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A WEEKLY MEDIUM OF INTERCHANGE FOR FLORISTS, NURSERYMEN, SEEDSMEN AND THE TRADE IN GENERAL.
fOL. IX. HO. 3..
NEW YORK, JANUARY 16. 1897.
One Dollar Per Year.
MEW SEEDS NOW READY
FRESH CROPS OF THE BEST VARIETIES FOR FLORISTS.
WE have always supplied and will continue to offer only the MOST SUPERIOR
STRAINS of Florists' Flower Seeds. Every important Florists' variety
we have grown for us by specialists of long experience, whose crops are as near
perfection as it is possible to attain. All our seeds are fresh, from the crop of 1896,
and certain to give satisfaction, if properly treated.
SPECIAL LOW PRICES to the trade will be found in our Wholesale Catalogue
■which has just been mailed to all Florists' on our register. Make up a list of your
requirements and order at once.
A FEW LEADERS:
Olant Comet Asters. Sometbiag new. Scolorsseparate. . each, 25ct8. pertrade packet.
P. & M.'s Prize Exiilbltlon Ctarysanttaemnm Seed. The finest strain in
cultivation 50 cts. per trade packet ; 5 packets for $2.00
91 actiet Mignonette 50 cts. per oz.
Masturtlam, Tom Thumb and Tall Mixed 60 cts. per lb.
P. & M.'s Unsurpassed Pansy, mixed 50 cts. per trade packet ; $8.00 per oz.
S'WEEX PEAS. Blanche Ferry, 30 cts. per lb. Emily Henderson, 25 cts. per lb. Eckford's
Mixed, 25 cts. per lb. : 10 lbs. tor $2.00. Fine Mixed, 20 cts. per lb. ; 10 lbs. for $1.75. All the
best varieties In cultivation at similar prices.
Vertiena, Mammoth $1.75 per oz
^r I I jj p r% ^% ^ CT C Order now for Spring delivery. We have the
ighest grade and largest stock in the country.
RETAIL FLORISTS should write for Price List and advertising matter of our
celebrated True and Good Flower and Vegetable Seeds in packets; Lawn
Grass Seed in small boxes ; etc.
PITCHER & MANDA, Short Hills, N. J.
JOHN N. MAY, Receiver.
PaESIDEUT GfHtHOT aosE
This is having an unprecedented sale. In order to make sure of your supply we advise
the early placing of orders. Orders booked now will be shipped as customers may desire— Urst
come, first served. $16.00 per 100 ; $126.00 per 1000.
TUBEROUS BEGONIAS.
Now Ready. Very finest strains ot both. SINGI,E, $3.00 perlOO ; DOUBLE. $8.00 per 100
GLOXINIAS.
Crasslfolla Erects Hybrida Grandiaora. We have just received fronl one of the best
European growers a splendid lot of bulbs, which we are enabled to offer at an unusually low
price. Let us have your order before they are gone. The only cheap thing about them is the
price. Price, $4.00 per 100: $3a0O per 1000.
LILY OF THE VALLEY.
Finest Selected German Pips $9,00 per 1000. Per Case, 3000 Pips, $2.5.00
Special Quality Finest Berlin Pips $12.00 per lOOO. Per Case, 2500 Pips, $25.00
NEW CROP TUBEROSE AND CALADIUM
BULBS NO-W RBADV.
Tnberose Pearl, extra quality, very fine bulbs $1.00 per 100 j $7.50 per 1000.
Caladlum Esculentnm, 6 to 9 inches in circumference 3.00 per 100.
9tol3 '• '• e.OOperlOO.
JUST RECEIVED A NEW CONSIGNMENT OF
SPIR/EA ASTILBOIDES FLORiBUNDA.
We offer as long as unsold, fine clumps, $10,00 per 100 i per case of 250 clumps, ji'^.OO.
F- R- PIHRSOXT CO.
TARRYTOWN-ON-HUDSON, NEW YOR.K.
nm o;::. decoritiiie punts.
SEND FOR OUR
SPECIAL LOW OFFER
RITING MENTION THE FLORIST*'
OUR PRICE LIST OF
Will be found on Pages 27, 28 and 29, of
the FLORISTS' EXCHANGE, January 9.
QUR Asters are grown for us by the leading European Aster seed
^-^ grower, and the results obtiiined from our seed will prove true to
variety and color.
Semple's Superb Strain, Long Stemmed Chrysanthemum
Aster, colors white or pink. Price per packet, 25c. ; per ez.-, $2,00.
Giant Comet Aster. Price per packet, 25c. ; peV'cz., $2.50.
■White Jewel or Ball Aster. Long sought for color of
this popular class. Price per packet, 35c.
Dwarf Pearl Tuberose Bulbs, 4 to 6 inches in cir.,
$7.50 per 1000.
Tuberous Rooted Begonias, sound stock, 6 colors,
separate, $3.00- per 100. •
Gloxinias, named varieties, $5.00 per loo.
In Making Up Your Order Don't Fa
mn D[riiiicE miGiioiimE i
Offered this Season at
S1.50 per ox., and 33 cts.
packet, containing
F. I miiUilEB II.'KSr 61 tinilM si 1. 1.
TUBEROSES.
HALLOCK'S TRUE EXCELSIOR PEARL. Strictly select
bulbs, per 100, $1.00; per 1000, |7.50; in Chicago, $8.00. Second size, per 1000,
$4.50; in Chicago, $.5.00.
GLADIOLUS
XXX Florist Mixture, per 100, $2.00; per 1000, $18.(
CANNA BURBANK
Each, prepaid, $1.00; per dozen, $9.00. (With brilliant colored plate.)
CANNAS
Full stock of the best. Highest endorsement by Canna Committee, S. A. F,
FLOWER SEEDS
Choicest strains for Florists.
NEW CROP.— TRADE PRICE LIST READY.
VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE,
NEW YORK, 14 Barclay St. P. 0. Box 688, CHICieC.
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FLORISTS' Exchange.
BOUKD TO G-ROIXT
Under the Most Adverse Gircnmstances.
Fringed,
Petunia, SiDjrle Large Flon
Single Large Fl
*' Double Large Flowering, Mixed-
*' Double Large Flowering, Fringed,
Mixed.
Each of above in trade pkte., at 50c. and $1.00.
Trade pkt. Oz.
Petunia, Fine Mixed $0 15 $0 50
" Choice Mixed, Striped
and Blotched S6 1 00
Dwarf Inimitable, Mixed,
Star Petunia 25 8 00
Salvia splenaens, select stock.. 26 150
Verbena, Elliott's Mammoth, Mixed 25 175
Nlkoteen, the coming inseciicide, pint bottlee,
$1.60.
Vaporlzlnic Pans for Nikoteen, $1.10 each ;
set of three, $3.00.
& SOXS, NEW^ YORK.
I BURPEE'S :
I SEEDS :
I Philadelphia. ♦
X Wholesale Price List for Florists A
^ and Market Gardeners. ^
WHEN WRiriNQ MCNTJON THE ruORISTS* EXCHANCr
J. L. SCHILLER. Rutherford, N. J.
Ister and Other Seed
Send y
l*i-ices on Application. ...Money
H. BEAVLIEV, ^Voodliaven, K. V.
WHtH WRITIWO MEWTIOH THE n.ORISTS' EXCHANGE
FARQUHATS SEEDS
"ONLY THE BEST QUALITY."
BOSTON
1897 CATALOGUE READY— WRITE FOR IT.
TOBaCCO STEMS
Large Bales..
8t, 3c. per lb.
Cblnese Sacred lollies per basket 30
bulhs, 76c.
Karclssus Paper 'Wrblte, 50c per 100.
H. G. FAUST & co.,«p\t,«Se=iifra?i.f:-
Gladiolus Shakespeare
For Forcing.
S5.00 per 100; 540.00 per 1000.
CHA8. H. ALLEN, Floral Park, N. Y.
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SPECIAL LOW PRICES |
[ oN^ALL^Spring Bulbs "^JL^^^ I
F. W. 0. SCHMITZ, ETC etc. jebSeY CITY, N. J. ♦
iGET THE BEST:
ASTER SEED
of the celebrated SciTiple AstCf, separate colors, pink,
white and lavender, also mixed. Seed well cleaned, plump
and good. Crop of 1S96. For sale in any desired quantity by
JAMES SEMPLE, Box 2, BELLEVUE, PA.
Printiog of Any and Every Description.
In .short, Job Printing — wliich term covers every variety
and species of printed matter known, from the printer's
proverbial "business card to a poster, book or newspaper."
Here, again, v^e are at your service, and we can truthfully
say that our facilities for this class of work are unsurpassed.
To printers at a distance we would advise an estimate cover-
ing not less than $5.00 to $10.00 on account of express rateF
-i— A. T. DE LA MARE PTQ. and PUB. CO. I
p. O. Box 1697, New York.
mm.
THERE IS MONEY IN BULBS AND PLANTS.
AT FOLLOWING PRICES FOR CASH WITH ORDER.
1000 EXCELSIOR DWARF PEARLTUBEROSES,34in. $4 00
I500 " " " " 3-4 in. 5 00
1000 " " " " 4-6 in. 6 50
Also a few SURPLUS BULBS which will come In right for Easter.
2000 WHITE ROMAN HYAC, H-IS Centimeter for $20 per 8000
2500 " " " 12-12 '• " 20 •' 2500
1000 Common Paper White Narcissus for $3 75
1000 Narcissus von Sion, 2d size for 6 00
1000 White Italian Hyacinths, 2d size for 6 00
100 Cyclamen Persicum Ciganteum for 4f
150 CHINESE NARCISSUS (SACRED LILY)for $200
Only limited quantity of the above to offer.
I Offer DORMANT H. P. ROSES, Spring Delivery, in best
trade sorts for forcing and potting per lOO, $8. PER
CASE OF I500, $1 00.
Send for Special List of Spring Flowering Bulbs and Plants.
i. I JOOSTEN, IMPORTER, 193 GREENWICH ST.. New York.
Qladioli . . .
THE BEST IN AMERICA.
Geraniums, 'Mnnis, Carnations, etc.
Write for price§.
BETSCHER BROS.,
M /----■ Dover, O.
R. W. CLUCAS,
Purchasing and Selling Agent for the
SEED TRADE.
«^3'r.?:;e,SEEDS, BULBS, Etc.
501 &, 503 W. IStli street.
Telephone Call, 403-18th St. NEW YORK.
WHEN WRrriNO MENTION THE rtOIII8T8' CXCHAHCC
Valley Pfps • ■
$8.50... S
PER 1000 fl
EDWIN A. SEIDEWITZ,
36 W. Lexington SI., BALTIMORE, MD.
VKEN WRITINQ MENTION THE FLORIST'S CSCHANOC
TDBEItODS BEBOmil SEEDS
All Colora. Frinffed and FrHgrant.
BEGONIA VERNON PLANTS.
6 Varletiea, 84.00 per 100. Now
Rend; for ShIppinE.
BEGONIA ERFORDII.
Ready March let, S6.00 per 100.
OASIS NURSERV CO.,
WESTBURY STATION. L. I.. N. Y.
WHEN WRrrlHO MENTION THE n^RlaTS- IXCHANOt
NEW CROP
' '^ENASEED
7*T' . Jowers, handsome, showy,
yright colors only.
liai:
C mense suiv ' "loney to sustain it. This
/ money c — . every man that is pro-
tected by the Government. Every Industry
is taxed, directly or indirectly. Every
place of business, every trader, every
DREER'S RELIABLE FLOWER SEEDS!
A FEW OF OUR LEADING SPECIALTIES FOR PRESENT SOWING:
CARNATION Murg
CENTAUnEA Candidissimi
seeds, 25c
Gvmnocarpa, lOPO seeds, 20c
CINERARIA Maritii
COB/EA Scaiidens
DRAC/ENA Indivisa...
GERANIUM, .^pplescei
GREVILLEA Kobu
LANTANA, mi.xed.
LOBELIA Spe
VERBENA, Mammoth
Choice raij
VINCA "
HENRY A. DREER, "'..
CHESTNUT
STREET,
PHILA., PA.
farmer, has to contribute his share. As
with the laborer on the farm, our
mechanics, our merchants of all denomi-
nations, and their employes, are living on a
higher plane than those of other countries.
It therefore tollowsthat if the seed growers
of other countries wish to avail themselves
of the advantages that our markets afford,
they are under obligations to contribute a
proportionate share of the expenses of our
Government. Our seed growers are taxed
for the support of the Government. Why
should not their competitors be ? The
advocates of free seeds, or seeds free
from duties, say this is a tax that bears
heavily on the consumer. We say no ; the
consnmerdoes not pay it; on the contrary,
the duty is paid by those who get the seed
grown for one-halt the price paid the
American grower. To be sure, the im-
porter pays It, but it virtually comes from
the European grower. Let us take off all
duties and see how quickly the price
would advance in Europe.
Every man familiar with seed growing
in this country knows that seed cannot
be produced here at a less price than at
present. It ought not to be as cheap as it
is. For that reason, a duty should be
placed sufficiently high to make foreign
seed the same price as that of our own
production. That would not in any way
increase the retail price of seeds ; on the
other hand, it would add materially to the
industries of our country.
For many years the seed growers of
Europe have looked upon America as a
valuable mine, and they have worked it
for all it was worth. They got to regard
it, too, as a dumping ground tor worthless
stock, and they used it well. That time
has passed, and the European growers
have learned that America must have the
best Instead of the poorest. Our market
gardeners do not want cheap seed ; they
may wish to buy good seed cheaply, but
they do not wish poor seeds at any price.
There is another feature in the case it is
well to consider, viz .some of the European
seed houses are doing a very large retail
trade in this country, which our postal
regulations permit. Goe of the largest
growers on the continent told the writer
but a few years since that they were deter-
mined to have the American trade, and if
they could not sell to the dealers they
would to the consumers. This applies
largely to the sale of flower seeds, which
are now free. The interest of the American
seed trade demands a duty on all seeds,
and that all seeds must be passed through
our custom house, no matter how large or
small the quantity. This would keep the
retail trade at home, where it justly be-
longs. Our seedsmen are at an enormous
expense for catalogues, advertising, rents,
etc., which entitles them to the business
of our country.
Our Dutch bulb trade Is greatly injured
by competition from the Dutch bulb grow-
ers, who make retail prices t. o. b. New
York but a little higher than the regular
wholesale rates. This custom is ruinous
to our trade and should be stopped. One
firm boasts of 35,000 retail customers in
this country. All these have their goods
come as one entry. These small orders are
put up in Holland with relatively but little
expense, as the cost of labor does not ex-
ceed 30c. per day.
You ask my opinion on the tariff ques-
tion, and I have given It, in part only.
C. L. ALLEN,
Grass Clippers Not Lawn »Iowers.
—Before the United States General Ap-
praisers at New York, December 7, 1896,
in the matter of the protest of J. J. Buchey
& Co., against the decision of the collector
of customs at Philadelphia, Pa., Wilkin-
son, General Appraiser, gave the following
opinion :
" The merchandise is a small hand grass
edge clipper which was assessed for duty
at 35 per cent, under paragraph 177, act of
August 28, 189i, and is claimed to be
exempt from duty under the provision of
paragraph 591, for lawn mowers. The two
lawn mowers on the invoice were given
free admission under paragraph 591, but
the clipper, although an agricultural In
strument. Is not of the character of any of
the articles enumerated in paragraph .591,
nor Is it a part of a lawn mower. The
protest is therefore overruled."
European Notes.
The new year has opened with the mild-
est possible conditions of weather, but un-
fortunately accompanied by a continuance
of cloud and rain. Hardly a day passes
without a heavy downpotir, and the labors
of those who are trying to get some of the
late ripening seeds, such as tropaeolums,
cannas and riclnus, into condition are in-
creased tenfold thereby. In this respect
Western France appears to be the greatest
sufferer.
Were It not for the heavy rains the plants
now standing In the open fields might
make some growth under the influence of
present hliih temperature, but the land is
so full of water that the plants have not
the spirit to move. If, however, we are in
for another green Winter many very back-
ward lots may yet be saved
In market seeds nothing is being done,
but a few inquiries have elicited the fact,
that when trade does begin to move higher
prices will easily be obtained. Mustard,
which has been flrm throughout is now
rising in value, and really good samples
are hard to get. Ripe is in the same con-
dition and only needs a few sharp frosts to
putitoutof reach. Italian rye grass has
maintained the recent advance, and the
better qualities of perennials have moved
up in sympathy. Bird seeds of all kinds
are a drug, and blue boiling peas and
haricot beans are entirely neglected.
Onion seed growers are truly to be pitied
this season, tor after all the extra labor
and expense unavoidably Incurred through
the deplorable weather, they find their
labor has been in vain, for no buyers are
forthcoming even at the very tempting
prices now quoted. The fact Is, the onion
growers in Northern Europe are unable to
VIPOmZETOBlG-OILFORlPHIS
compete with the poorly paid labor of
Egypt and the neighboring countries, and
have resolved to discontinue this culture
which has tor several years past involved
them in heavy losses. It is possible that
a sharp spell of Winter might mend mat-
ters a little, but the prices obtained for the
best bulbs just now do not cover the coot
of the manure.
The old established and highly respected
firm of J. Veitch & Sons, Chelsea, London,
has been converted Into a limited com-
pany, but the family bold all the shares.
European Seeds.
An Able Contributor.
Editor Florists' Exchange:
Having just received the annual report
of the Seed Trade Association, and noticing
in it the very able paper of Mr. C. L.
Allen on "Plant Variation," which we
listened to with so much Interest at the
time of Its delivery, we consider It one of
the best of its kind we have ever read. We
ticultural subjects on your staff, and also
on the grand success you have made of
your paper, which grows better every
issue, and is now indispensable.
The John H. Allan Seed Co.,
per E. M. Parmelee, Pres.
Picton, Ont.
RELII3LE HOLUmD GIBBIGE
AND OTHER VEGETABLE SEEDS.
Grown by VAN NAMEN BROS., HOLLAND.
C. H. JOOSTEI«f, Sole Agrent,
193 Greenwich St., New York.
SEEDS FOR PROFIT !
SWEET PEAS
SEED FOR FLORISTS
vars. mixed; pkt..
WATER LILIES—
Nymphtea Devonlensis (red), BOO seeds..,
Dentata (white), r"
Above, si .OO.
All Kinds of Hardy Aquatic Plants.
:«■•• Send for List.
EDW. S. SCHMID,
'l~' IJtIi St., N. W., W.V.SHINGTON. D. C.
WHEN wnirmo mcntion thc fvohists' tx?H»n«E
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The F=i-orists' Exchange.
ODESTION m.
OPEN TO ALL FREE TO ALL
Answers Solicited from Those Who Know.
(16) Baltimore Florist's Club — G. A.
T., Maryland. This Club meets every second
and fourth Monday In the month. Non
members pay 20 percent, of first premium
as an entrance fee for exhibits shown at
the exhibitions. The Club membership fee
is 50 cents per quarter, with II initiation
for Benefit Fund.— E. A. S.
(17) Black Plies on Violets.— J. P. G.
The specimens are badly infested with fly.
All that can be done now is to place to-
bacco stems around the plants, also fumi
gate lightly several evenings in succession.
This will probably spoil the present crop
of bloom, but so will the fly if not checked,
so it is better to apply the remedy. It is
very probable that the plants are being
kept much too warm.
(18) Worms in Violet Beds — X Y. Z.
— Worms are removed more readily by
lime water than by dressings of lime. The
latter, when exposed to the atmosphere,
soon becomes chalk, and in that stage doee
not so quickly injure the skin of the worm.
Pure lime water generally irritates the
worms : soot water, also, has partly the
same effect. In the lime water there should
be no secretion or lime ; it should be per-
fectly clear.
(19) Smoting in Daytime.— Is there
any foundation for the belief that tobacco
smoke put into greenhouses while the snn
is shining tends to burn foliage worse than
it applied at night ?— Ontario.
— No experienced grower would ever
think of smoking in sunlight or during
bright weather; first, because the smoke
will almost to a certainty burn foliage
and, positively so, if any moisture He on
Same ; next, with the strong light, the
offop.t to a large extent. Is nullified.
. may be necessary to ventilate,
all is lost ; besides, the evening is
quieter.
(.. lilax Caltnre.— M. V. K. Seeds
of s : may be sown any time from now
•■"' Spring. A good time to sow is
from the middle to the end of February.
Sow in a fiat, using nice, light soil, barely
covering the seeds. Shade the flat with
brown paper, and place In a warm spot; if
no other convenience is at hand place on
pipes ; but see that the soil does not dry
out. As soon as the plants are ready to
handle pot them up into 2'. inch pots;
grow on quickly and when ready move
into pots a size or two larger. The house
and temperature given to Spring bedding
stock suits smilax very well. Take gocd
care of the plants during early Summer
and plant into permanent quarters in
August. Place green twine In position
Immediately afterwards. The strings
should be ready for cutting in October.
(21) Mildeived Rose Leaves.— A. & F.
Apparently the plants are still suffering
from a form of mildew, which has been
brought about by a check and chills. If
leaves submitted are fair specimens,
stock must now be in very bad shape,
■: :■■: action almost suspended, and in no
f.'juiiition to receive stimulants of any
tlci' or in any form. AH that can be done
nov is to keep the house moderately
',<■ 1, say not less than 50 degrees at
.. Keep the soil at the roots as dry as
i)le, only applying enough water to
nt the wood ripening up. Much of
■esent foliage may drop off, but with
-poi days, more sunshine and frequent
syringings on bright mornings new growth
may be created. At the same time stir up
the surface of the soil a little, so that it
may be benefited by the warmer and
brighter atmosphere. Afterward, feed a
little when new growths are well de-
veloped.
(23) Heating by Coil Boiler.-How
large a coil boiler will be required to heat
a greenhouse 16x50 feet, J^ span ; and how
many runs of 2-lnch pipe will it need to heat
it to from 50 to 60 degrees at night. The
boiler is to be made of IJiinch pipe.
— Foq a greenhouse of the size mentioned
the heater should have a grate about 18
inches square if hard coal is to be used,
and it should contain about 75 linear feet
of l'ir:-TniB la to certify that 1 hare examined
a lartie number of trees aud plants Id your nuraeriee
for peach yellowa, peach rosette and Sau Joae scalp,
culttes or any other injurious Insects or diseases.
''"o. HARi>" D POWELL,
HORTICtTLTDRIST ANH KNTOMOI.OOIST,
Dataware ColleKe Agricultural Bxperimeut Siation
PEACH -PLUM TREES
FOR SPRING DELIVERY, 1897.
Reliable and clean aCack at low whole-
>ule rates. Seod for Surplus LUta.
ASPARAGUS ROOTS.
a and 3 Years, Strong.
ALEXANDER PULLEN,
Milford Nurseries. MILFORO, DEL.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS' E«CHaWQ»
ORDEB HOOTED GDTTIIiliS.
Per 11100 Per ino
REX BEGONIA $2 UO
MRS. POLLOCK GERANIUM.... 2 00
GERANIUMS, Double White, Bed,
Pink, S. A. Nutt $15 00 2 00
GERANIUMS, mixe.l 13 M) 1 50
VIOLETS 6 00 100
ALTERNANTHERA 7 50 1 00
HELIOTROPE 12 SO 160
SWEET ALYSSUM 1 0(i
VINCA VAR 12 60 160
SALVIA 1000 125
LEMON VERBENA 12 50 150
COLEUS 8 00 100
SMILAX, 2Xin. pots, atrong 2 50
REX BEGONIA, 2H In. pots 4 00
BEGONIA, LOUIS CLOSSON,2^i
VINCA VAR., $4 00, $5 00, $10.00, $15.00 per lOU
Write for prices on other Hooted Cuttings.
Terms, Cash or 0. O. D.
GREENE a UNDERBILL, Watertown, N.Y.
WHEN WRrTINa MENTION THF rtORISTS' EXCHANGE
FORCE
Pot Grown : Per;iOO.
Lilac, different vars . . . $40 00
Staphylea colcliica .... 50 00
Deutzia gracilis 12 00
Snowball, Japanese. . . . S.") 00
opulus fl. pi. . . 30 00
Amygdalus 30 00
Weigela, different vars . . 35 00
Wistaria 75 00
Roses, H. P. and others. . 8 00
Tree form ... 30 00
Mountain Laurels .... 75 00
Clematis in var 20 00
" extra heavy . . 30 00
English Ivies 15 00
Bleeding Hearts 5 00
Tree Ptconies 60 00
Hardy Azaleas, Rhododendron,
Hydrangea paniculata, bushy and
standards, etc.
Lnii,MUiu.j.
Branch ilorliculturni Co.,
Boskoop, Holland-
Xhe Plorists'
rXCHKNGE.
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IF YOU IMPORT ANY
FLORIST OR NURSEHV STOCK,
LOUIS VAN KOERT, General Agent,
295 Oorchastar Strsot. - So. Boston, Mai
VEGETABLE PLANTS.
L.ETTCCE. Big Boston
11.00 per 1000.
CABBAGE. Jersey
and other
R. VINCENT JR. S SON, Whits Marsh, Md.
P. OUWERKERK,
1 1 23 Summit Avt., Jarsiy City, N.J.
Just received from our Holland
Nurserits :
RHODODENDRONS, AZALEAS,
SPIRCA JAPONICA, LILIUM SPECIOSUM,
PCONIES, BLEEDING HEART,
POT GROWN LILACS, HYDRANGEA IN SORTS.
CLEIMATIS and H. P. ROSES, m the be.t sorts
PRICES MODERATE.
"MEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORIST'S EXCHANGT
rSTORRS& HARRfSON CO., Painesvnie, Ohio. \
' Wholesale Narserjrmen uid Florists, '
Can ahow aa fine blocks of Fruit and Ornamental Treec, Vinea, Sbruba, Bout ai can be ]
found In the U. S. We grow ] million Boaes and million of planta aimuallr. Trade list ,
free. Correspondence solicited. *• — ■
ligh, 6 to 6 leaves..
CHRYSANTHEMUM FRCTE8CENS HALLERII ACBEA, the new yellow
Paris Daisy. Pine color, free bloomer ; a grand seller. Strong plants
from 2!^ inch pots 1 fl
CTCLAMEN PERSICUM, 3 in. pots 07
DRAC^NAFRAGRANS, 6 in. pots 8 C
pots, 12 Inches high, 6 to 6 leaves 2C
LATANIA BORBONICA,
MOO
10 00
800
600
20 00
COLEUS OUR SPECIALTY.
We will have 100,000 eitra strong clean rooted cuttings of Coleus, Golden Redder, and
VersohafTeltll. good for 2'^ or 3 in. pots during the months of February, March and April at
$1.00 per 100 $7.60 per 1000, $6.00 per 1000 in 6000 lots and over; 2K in. pots, $2.00 per 100.
20,ooo CANNAS.
Oapt. P. de Suiionl. Chas. Henderson, Explorateur Crampbell,
e. Crozy, Miss Sarah Hill, Eldorado, (ineen Cliarlotte, Admiral
Avellan, Souvenir d'Atolne Crozy, Comte de Bouchaud, Mme. Monteflore, Helen
Gould, Sunshine, Sunbeam, J. R. Plerson, Oriole, Mme. Alphonse Bouvier, Columbia,
Van der Berg, Miss Chas. Molin, Ehemanni and Professor.
BEDDIPiG PLANTS,
Orders booked now for rooted cuttings of all kinds of bedding plants. Write for prices.
ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS,
Strong 3 year old plants from bed, $6.50 per doz., $60.00 per 100.
SEAWANHAKA GREENHOUSES, Oyster Bay, Queens Co., N. Y.
JAS. C. OLARK, Snpt. P. O. BOX 34. WH. I,. SWAN, Proprletar.
dbqu's spem offeb of seople snmi
DOUBLE PETUNIAS.
Our stock of these is loo well k
good healthy plants from 3-inch po
varieties for $1.60.
TUBEROUS ROOTED BEGONIAS.
$2.50 per 100: $20.00 per lOOO
irimson, white, yellow, orange and rose,
$3.00 per 100 ; $26.00 per 1000
$1.00 per dozen ; $7.00 per 100
Thlte, rose, yellow, $1.25 per doz.; $8.00 per 100
GLOXINIAS.
} Cnissifolia type in fine i
$4.()0 per 100 ; $30.00 per 100.
SPECIAL VALUE IN YOUNG PALMS.
mA
KENTIA BELMOREANA.
h pots, $3.00 per doz.; $15.00 per 100 ; $140.00 pe
;LUHSIA TBIPHTLLA HYBBIDA.
KENTIA FORSTERIANA.
2W-inch pots, $1.50 per doz.; $10.00 per 100 ; $ 90.00 per 1000
3 •• •• 2.00 " 1,6.00 '• 140.00 "
4 •' " 4.50 " 35.00 " 300.00
LATANIA BORBONICA.
2)4-inch poU, $ .75 per doz.; $ 5.00 per 100; $ 40 00 per 1000
3 •• " 1.25 " 10.00 " 70.00 ■•
4 '• " 3.00 " 25.00 '• 200.t0 "
We are as usual carrying an immense stock of the usual decorative i
description of which will be found in our current Trade List.
A FE^V GOOD NEIJV OR RARE PLANTS.
pots, $1.25 per
Mew Asparagus SpreuKerl.-2>4
doz.; $8.00 per 100.
Allamanda 'Wllllamsl.— 3-Inch pots, $2.00 per doz.; $15.00
per 100.
Mew Carnation Victor.— Rooted cuttings from soil,
ready March 13; $1.50 per doz.; $10.00 per 100.
Fuctasla Tripliylla Hybrlda.— Entirely distinct, a va-
riety that is sure to please. 20 cts. each ; $2.00 per doz.
Ne-w Red Spiraea Anthony 'Waterer.— One year old
plants, $1.50 per doz ; $10.00 per 100.
Me-w RudbecUla Golden Glow.— Good divided
crowns, $1.00 per doz.; $B.OU per 100.
P*e-»v Pelargonium Dorotliy.— A very choice variety,
2H-inch pots, 30 cts. eacli ; $3..60 per doz.
Irl9.-A collection of 24 of the <
• I, impoi
$10.00 per 100 ; set of 24 for $2.50.
Kcw Sw^ord Pern, Meplirolepls Cordata Com.
pacta.— We consider this the most valuable addllion to our list of
lerus for many years and the most desiralde sword fern in cultiva-
tion. 3-inch pots, $2.00 per doz.: $1.5.00 per lOO.
For a full line of Novelties as well as a full standard
collection of seasonable stock, see our Quarterly Trade List,
which will be issued about January 12th.
We are Sole Agents for Mr. Crozy for the distribution of
his new Canna.s in the United States. A descriptive circular
of his latest novelties will be mailed upon application.
HENRY A. DREER, 7!li.!l?.sH,.-.§E?'' PHILADELPHIA, PA.
50
The F=i-orists' Exchmnge.
Novelties for 1897.
Our Collection of Certificated
GHHYSflllTHEIIIUinil
MIDGE,
MERULA, jjjjilj
Mrs. JOHN J. GLESSNEE,
cHiTo. Hirch
Mrs. MARTIN A. EYERSON,
SUNSTONE, III
WESTEEN KING,
50 cts. each. $5.00 per doz.
$35.00 per 100.
NATHAH SMITH & SON, 'SrH^
A Business Map.
I would as soon start on a voyage around the
ivorld without a map as to try to run my business
jfithout the Exchange. mcLEAN, the Florist.
St. Thomas, Ont., Nov. 30, 1896.
Chrysanthemums.
strong, Healthy Stock Plants
it's "Benj. Giroud." A beautiful early
, dwarf habit, good foliage, fine stem, color
Liberty, Duchess of York, Triomphi
Laurent, Lottie Alter, Chebeague, Wm
Rath Ellis. 40 cts. each, $4.00 per doz.
IMoiesto, Sunclad, Violescent, Yanoma, Autumn
Bride, Mrs. Perrin, Helen Wright, Glory of the
Pacific, Pink Ivory, Betty Bock, Mrs. E. Bnettner,
Gr. Buettuer, Florence Pullman, Merry Monarch,
Geo. S. Conover, Marq. de Montmort. C. H. Curtis,
Mrs. R. C, Kingston. Mme. Carnot, M. Panckoucke,
MUe. Th. Panckoucke, Mrs. W. 0. Egan, Pluto, Rin-
aldo, Lily Love, Golden Wedding, H. W. Rieman, H.
L. Sunderbruch, and others. 26c. each ; $2.60 "
Mrs
McK. Twombly, Mrs. J. Jones. Mayflower, Ni'
Wanamaker. Ivory,K. Leech, Maud Dean.Erminilda,
Helen Bloodgood, " _ - .
Marion Hendersc
Queen. Mrs. W, B
delphia.Brigand, Fisher's rorcu. wm.aewara, n. £;.
Wldener, W. W. Coles, E. Dailiedouze, 16 cts. each;
$1.60 per doz.
FABQUHAR VIOLETS— Early, largo, good
color and productive, from 2^ in. pots, 76 cts. per
-Morel. M
Hiss M. M Johnson, Tellov
. Band, Major Bonnaffon, Phlla
$5.00 per 1
--GAINV
]«-TEI!MS, CASH WITH ORDER.
THEO. F. BECKBRT,
Nbtille Islam
9 miles below Pittsburg, Pa.
,$!.(
«LINPIELD, PA.
mum piuMosos Nmus,
VT". H. ELLIOTT, - B3r±glx-boxL
Cnt Strings, 8 to 10 feet long
50 cents each.
Shipped to any part of the
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS* CXSHANGE
VIOLETS MY SPECIALTY!
On and after March Ist I will be ready to supply,
in any quantity, stock of the following varieties :
PRINCESS de GAI.Iline.Chaii. Wood
CountesBdeniurioaU Ball of i-now
73 ctK. per doz.i 86.00 per 100.
SO.OOO Young Roses from 21^ inch pots,
S2.50 per 100 ; SSao.OO per 1000.
J. A. DOYLE, - Springfield, Ohio.
ROSES.
HIBISCUS AND GERANIUMS.
Roses. StrODE plants. 2U In. pots. t2.25 per II
ir 100 additional.
Bod Silene
Bride
Bridesmaid
d". olTlbli'ny
UeTonlensIs
Dr. Grill
Duch. do Braban
Eraest Melz
EtoiledeLjon
Folkealone
Gen. Tanas
Henry lU. Stanle
l.a Pactole
La Princess Vera
M. NInl
Cochet
Marie
nieteor
I'Cecile Bertbod
Schwi
ibard
, IVlai
IVIme
Papa (Jontler
Princess oi Saga
Pros. Gaulain
Queen's Scarlet
Snow Flake
Sombreull
THo'qu
. Camilla
CecileB
Mme.Jos. Schwa
time. I.ombar-
Mme. Marirolt
ItlarleG
IIUKO
White l.a Fran
TERMS CASU WITH ORDER,
R.H.MURPHEY,Urbana,Ohio.
...CARNATIONS...
E. G. HILL'S Plora Hill. Keceived
tiflcate Febrnary. 1896. Grass moderately h
free and healthy lu srowth and very free in blu
,m Stn.nk
'I'hf l.irtt-eat
til
KRKI). DORNKKS C.
rnationi!™'l'L'p.T'lni'>!
KRF.n. nORlSKR'S ^Ir
A. I>aiia
nvW .l.,l,ii.
10 laiwHo
c-.vceptlonal
>. Ch.Ti. It
vcr'Su'stiff
V plenHlng
•active pink
Iltihtiic.
I.I
ti
r (ioz.; $10 per 10(V'$7n"i)i'-r l"o
iri-'h'i'laiu'lp
10.
,i.r *....
John Harrison's White Sport
from Wm. Scott.
Harrison's 'White. A snow while Bi)ort from
Wm. .Scott, haviiifi: all the ^ood qualities of ita parent,
Probnbly the ideal white commercial carnation. Every
florist should try it. ^2 per doz.: $10 per 100:
ntr'-iK-
THE COTTAGE GARDENS, Queens, N. Y.
C. W. WXtLD, Manager.
52
The F='i-orists' Exchange.
BOSES.
Varieties, Etc.
I have often beeu asked the best varieties
of roses to grow. This is rather a hard
question ; because, as mentioned in my pre-
vious notes, some kinds do well in one
place and poorly in another. Then, again,
varieties differ in popular favor in different
localities.
However, I will enumerate the varieties
I have grown the past three years and tell
how they have succeeded with me.
American Beauty. — This most beautiful
of all roses is a very rank grower, but at
the same time it is very susceptible to black
spot and red spider. It is the rose for the
upper ten, mostly bringing a big price,
always in good demand, and very profitable
when well done.
Meteor is without a doubt the finest dark
red we have — ver}' free blooming, easy
grower, brings good prices, and sells on
sight. To get the best results from this
rose it should have a house to itself, on ac-
count of the high temperature it needs to
get good, bright color into the flowers, in
stead of black ones with incurved petals ;
e.') degrees to 6*1 degrees nights, 73 degrees
dull days, and 80 degrees to So degrees with
sunshine is right. This variety also needs
watching closely for cutting the blooms.
Bridesmaid is the best pink rose of to-
day, its color being much brighter and
clearer than the once most popular Mermet;
it is also a money-maker.
Mme. Hoste with me is a very remuner-
ative variety, bearing good flowers on long
stems. When 1 look at the tally board I
find it gives more flowers to the square,
foot than any other kind. It is largely
called for when well grown, and is an
excellent keeper.
Papa Gontier we don't hear much about,
but it still sells well with us. 1 have one
house entirely devoted to this variety, and
would not be without it. It needs a" liltli-
cooler temperature than most others, .io
degrees nights being about right; it also
requires more liberal watering.
In whites Bride cannot be beaten for
fine use, and Niphetos for every thing that
comes along; it is also a good paying kind.
Mrs. Pierpont Morgan is,without a doubt .
the finest rose of recent introduction, put-
ting that good old variety, Mme. Cusin.
in the shade ; its large fiowers, fine color,
habit of growth, and floriferousness, being
of the first order.
Perle and Sunset are two good ones in
the yellow class, and in my opinion we will
have to wait a long time to produce their
superiors.
Kaiserin does well and cannot be super-
seded for a white Summer rose. It has a
little drawback in the Winter, however, on
account of its flowers coming with a weak
neck : also being a little shy in opening ;
its substance and luster are entirely lost at
this season.
Watteville don't seem to do as well as
formerly, and is not called for so much, so
we grow less and less of it every year.
Belle Siebrecht has something charming
about it ; its brilliant color and lovely
foi-raed bud being very attractive, but it
lacks strength and length of stem and is
also very susceptible to black spot. I will
still give it another trial on a small scale.
The varieties I have discarded are La
France and Duchess of Albany ; with me
these two kinds, after the Fall crop was
cut, went into a semi-dormant state for the
remainder of the Winter ; they are never-
theless good ones to grow for Summer
flowers.
American Belle never grew half asstrong
as Beauty with me, and the last named al-
ways sold better.
Mrs. Whitney has a delightfully fragrant
^flower of good form and substance, but is
^uch too slow a grower to be profitable.
Souv. de Wootton is a very easy grower,
but a very poor keeper, especially in the
stores.
Mme. Caroline Testout has a most beau-
tiful color, but the blooms are too sing e
and the p ant is not productive enough.
The CO or quick y fades after the fiowers
are cut.
Senator McNaughton, the White Perl
as it is called, seems to have a very weal
constitution, and taking it all in all, is no
a desirable kind by any means. Cusin i_
superseded by Morgan and Mermet by
Bridesmaid.
With the great changes in the atmos-
phere we are now having, greenfly is very
apt to put in an appearance. It is also
about time the tobacco stems that were put
in the houses in the Fall were replenished.
Greenfly should never be allowed to get a
, in the houses, and at the same time
remember it is very harmful to fumigate
peeially when your plants are bearing
flowers. It not only injures the plants,
but the flowers will surely lose their color
and the petals come crumpled up. I have
it turn the centers of the flowers in
! varieties, more especially the Mermet
family, a decided brown, making the cut
■ r about two weeks unsalable.
Ventilation in excessive cold and bright
weather should be put on with great cau-
tion. If the plants are vigorous and
;hy they will now begin to throw up
flne shoots from the bottom, and if a chill
ikes them they will surely blight. Don't
ve the thermometer on the highest
bench, but on the lowest and completely
sheltered from the sun, and you will find
the least crack of air in these times will
have the effect of sweetening and bright-
ing the atmosphere. The temperature
night should not be kept up to the top
notch or both flowers and plants will soon
their substance. If they stand 68 de-
s in the early part of the night and the
temperature drop to 53 degrees or .54 de-
grees by morning, it is all right, with, of
course, the exception of Meteor.
With strong, fire heat and the sun gain-
American Horticultural Society.
This is the new title which has been be-
stowed upon the recently formed " Ameri-
can Gardeners' Society." The E.xecutive
Committee of that body recommended the
change of name, and at a meeting of dele-
gates from outside societies called by the
secretary of the National Society, held in
the Mott Memorial Hall, New York City,
on Monday last, Jan. 11, the new title was
unanimously adopted. President J. M.
Hunter occupied the chair at the meeting
referred to, and stated its objects. He
pointed out the need of such a society in
America and the elevating influence it
would exert on the cause of horticulture
generally ; he addressed himself more par-
ticularly to the gardeners, who, he said,
" had made but a sad markin the world up
to date," amd urged them to assert their
rightful position. The gardener was " the
pulpit of the horticultural world." He
charged the horticultural press with not
having rendered that assistance to the en-
deavor to form a national society to which
it was entitled. In his closing remarks he
asked those interested to set aside petty
jealousy and guard against self-aggrandize-
ment in the carrying on of the work of the
newly formed society.
The time of the meeting, which lasted over
three hours, was taken up by adiscussion of
and by-laws, in which dele-
Specimen Hydrangea Otaksa in Garden of Hon. J. S. Fay, Wood's Roll, Me
ing more power, syringing can now be
done with more safety. It is not a good
plan to start to do this work from the
same place every time. A good many
houses have a narrow path in the middle
of the two center tables ; it isn't very con-
venient to syringe from them, I know, and
ynur shirt sleeves get wet, but put on an
old coat and you will find excellent resubs
will be derived from this direction, once in
a while.
If the day promises to be very bright,
don't let the fires go down too early, let
them help the day along. At this season it
is quite 9 o'clock before the sun begins to
warm up the houses.
We always make it a point to go round
the houses the first thing and examine the
soil thoroughly, and when water is needed,
it is given before syringing, as, after that
is done, it is next to an impossibility to find
out the dry spots. H. H.
Central New York.
Hydrangea Otaksa.
The handsome specimen of above shown
in ourlllustration was Brown in the garden
of Hon. Jos. S. Fay, Wood's Holl. Mass.,
(M. H. Walsh, gardener). The photograph
was taken August 23, 1896. Height of the
plant is 6'^ feet, and the circumference 36
feet. There were 268 blooms on the plant,
and each would average 8 inches in diam-
eter. It was grown In full exposure to
Che sun. These plants are easy of cultiva-
tion, and should be more extensively
grown. M. H. Walsh.
gates from Pittsfield, Mass. ; Morris County,
N. J.; Monmouth County, N. J.; Dutchess
County, N. Y.; Westchester Comity and
Floricultural Society of New Jersey, took
part. About sixty persons were present.
'The preamble sets forth the objects of the
society as follows: " To provide a more per-
fect organization for the advancement of
all branches of horticulture, to establish a
national bureau of information and regis-
tration in all horticultural matters, to pro-
mote the interest of its members individ-
ually and collectively."
All interested in horticulture are eligible
to membership.
The affiliation of auxiliary societies shall
be by delegate. Each auxiliary shall be en-
titled to elect one delegate to every twelve
members in good standing, and shall pay
to the national treasurer an annual fee of
^ for each delegate.
It shall be the duty of the National Board
to furnish the auxiliaries, whenever possi-
ble, with lecturers and essayists and other-
wise assist in disseminating useful informa-
tion in horticultural matters, any reason-
able cost to be borne by the society before
which the essay is read.
The secretary shall keep a directory of all
gardeners and an employment registry
whereby members may be alile to procure
assistants, and patrons and others provided
with capable gardeners, and also conducts
bureau of information for the use of mem
bers of the society.
The national officers and Executive Board
shall be elected by ballot at the am
meeting in November of each year.
The society shall ho d an annual exhibi-
tion and public convention for the purpose
of discussing and creating a greater inter
est in American horticulture, to which all
members of auxiliaries of the society shall
be invited.
The life membership fee was fixed at *.50.
The present officers of the society are :
President, John M. Hunter; Vice-President,
Wallace G. Gomersall ; Secretary, James I.
Donlan , Treasurer, Nicholas Butterbach ;
Executive Committee: Arthur Herrington,
Charles Webber, William Plumb. Peter
Duff, William Anderson, I. L. Powell,
James Blair, William Duckham and George
Hale.
Let'ers were read from the secretaries of
various societies, acknowledging the receipt
of the call for a meeting, several of them
expressing a desire to co-operate in the
movement.
After adjournment the delegatesat tended
the "smoker" tendered them by the New
Y^ork Florists' Club, which was thoroughly
enjoyed.
COBBESPONDEHGE.
insertion, will be given in this column
to all communications free from, animus;
(mt the opinions expressed do not neces-
sarily reflect our own.
A Yellow Self Carnation.
Editor FlorisW ExcJumae :
I mail you the following carnations :
Three flowers of Buttercup ; six of Bouton
d'Or; and six blooms of a yellow self, a
seedling of mine, cross between Buttercup
and Bouton d'Or. I think I do not say
too much when I state that it is a deep
yellow, clear in color, true self without
stripes, does not easily burst, and answers
very well for what the market has been
long looking for. The flowers were cut
from pot plants, and can be Improved by
bench culture. The seedling is yet un-
named. Albert Knapper.
Frankford, Pa.
We sent a flower to Mr. Weber for his
opinion. He replies as under :
" The bloom arrived In a shriveled up
condition ; It evidently had been froz-n.
Under these circumstances, I could scarcely
venture an opinion as to size, form, etc. So
far as I =an see, it is a pure yellow ; and
even if it should not be first class in every
respect, I would consider It an acquisition
to the extent that it may prove, through
further crossing, a stepping stone for what
bas long been sought after— 1. e., a flrst-
class pure yellow carnation."
H. WSBER.
Woman 's Fastidiousness.
•• Orchids! Thev are too uncanii.v. I ni'vi'r
are much for orchids, exceptinK for a little
.'hile. A momentary glimpse is fa.scinating-,
ut there is nothing sympathetic about
formed
••? don't ci
s. either.
While
piuks suggest
,ride. lose.s
e sym-
bolical of a dis<
ainful haul
unworthy."
something
retiring and quiet
to speiik
let me
something flne
n the way i
she sishcd. "I
'hey take i
le liiiek t
1 other
^^llt,
I fade
you're aettiii;:? as sttod )is
rtrket when you come to us;
erything exactly as repre-
-Washington Star.
Jan. i6, r8g7.
The Plorists' Exchange.
53
New York Florists' Club.
The meetins; of the Club on Monday
night last was certainly a success In point
of attendance, it being honored by the
presence of some fifty odd members of the
newly-formed American Horticultural So-
ciety, and of the New York Gardeners'
Society, who paid a visit fresh from their
labors in connection with the adoption of
Constitution and By-Laws, and the launch-
ing of the new National Society, and in
response to the invitation which had been
given them to be present at a smoker and
reception prepared in their honor.
President Allen took the chair for the
last time in his executive capacity. Mr.
Darlington, of Flushing, N. Y., acted as
temporary secretary in the absence of
John Young who, as a member of the com-
mittee on entertainment, was then busily
occupied.
President Allen made a farewell address
in his customary trenchant manner. He
spoke feelingly of the death of Harry L.
Sunderbruch, President of the American
Carnation Society, characterizing him as
a gentleman well known and esteemed by
all in the trade, and moved that the secre-
tary be instructed to express the Club's
sympathy and condolence to his bereaved
family and the Cincinnati Florists' So-
ciety. Mr. Allen said the sad duty had
fallen to his lot of announcing more deaths
of members of the Club and prominent
gentlemen outside of it connected with the
trade, than had been the lot of any previ-
ous president of the Club. Of the incom-
ing president, Samuel Henshaw, Mr. Allen
believed he would make one of the best
presidents the Club has ever had.
The newly elected president, being Intro-
duced to the members, said that he had
always experienced a peculiar difficulty in
talking. His mother had intended him
to be a parson, but he thanked goodnet-s
he had escaped that fate. He felt highly
honored by his election to the position he
now occupied, and would use his best
efforts to promote the welfare of the Club.
In connection with the presence of so
many private gardeners, he told the
assembly that he was one of the oldest
gardeners in the country, and belonged to
a race of gardeners; that he was just as
enthusiastic as ever over plants and horti-
cultural literature, nni he trusted he
would ever remain so. No man could
possibly ever obtain too much knowledgf
in this line, and he always bore in mind
the advice given him by his father who
said: "Sam, if you ever get alongside a
fellow who says he knows it all, get awaj
from him as quickly as you can." He said
he was glad the day of secrets had passed.
We have arrived at more liberal days and
the gates are unlocked. Gardeners art
now willing to give freely of their experi-
ence. In closing he welcomed the mem
bers of the American Horticultural So-
ciety.
Mr. Allen now Introduced Mr. Plumb,
the newly elected vice-president, remark
ing that the latter also was a private gar-
dener, and the officers seem to run that
way this time. Mr. Plumb briefly returned
thanks to the members of the Club for his
election. He was always willing to do his
share of the work to be done, and trusted
he would ever be found to continue faith-
ful. Treasurer Weathered was next intro-
duced, and received quite an ovation. He
said he wished he could fiod words to ex
press his thanks for the confidence which
had been placed in him during all the past
years, and was now again renewed. He
heartily thanked the members for the
honor conferred on him. Of the newly
elected trustees only W. J. Stewart, of
Boston, was present, Lawrence Hafner
being unavoidably absent through a death
in his family, and A. L Don, the third
member, not having reached the hall, Mr.
Stewart said he was glad to be elected a
trustee of the Club, and would fulfil the
duties of the olBce with pleasure. He
thought it was the first time that a trustee
of the New York Florists' Club had come
220 miles to attend a meeting. He was
visibly reminded of the Infiuence possessed
by the gardeners of America, and proposed
to exert his influence to ally the florists
and gardeners so all might work together.
It was very easy for every gardener to be a
good florist, and for every florist to be a
good gardener.
President Henshaw formally welcomed
tb« delegation. President Hunter, of the
American Horticultural Society, replied.
Mr. Weathered announced that the an-
nual dinner of the New York Florists'
Club would take place at the Arena on
Satur Jay, January 30, and that applica-
tions tor tickets should be put iu at once
in order that the committee may complete
arrangements. To this end he requested
that all who intended to be pref^ent should
notify the committee not later than Wed-
nesdav, January 20.
Adj )urnment was then taken to the floor
below, in which had been spread a bounti
ful feast for the delectation of the mem-
bers.
The smoker was a treat, and the gar-
deners and fiorists thoroughly enjoyed it.
The artists, under the direction of John
M. Turner, did their parts in a most satis-
factory manner, Dick Gorman's imper-
sonations being vigorously applauded and
encored.
The " old, familiar airs," rendered by
Mr. Turner on the banjo, were a source of
great delight, and as each familiar national
air echoed from the trembling strings, the
representatives of the different nations
present joined heartily In singing the
chorus of each national song. Andy
Hunter, as purveyor, is a past master.
Pipes of all sorts and sizes, and plenty of
good tobacco, furnished smoke enough to
kill all the greenfly in the United States.
Smoke evidently has an irresistible mag-
netism ; faces of members were seen on
Monday evening which rarely greet an
ordinary meeting.
The assemblage broke up at a late hour.
Cincinnati.
The funeral of the late Harry L. Sunder-
bruch was held at his late residence, Rose-
bank, on Saturday afternoon last. The
floral tributes were many and beautiful.
Toe services were in charge of the Masonic
fraternity. The Cincinnati Florists'
St. Louis.
iriioleaale Notes.
Trade was good last week. There
was a large supply of roses, carnations,
and violets, but the social affairs of the
week and several large funeral orders kept
the market clear of accumulation. The
supply of reallychoice roses was light, and
those received brought good prices, some
very choice Bridesmaid bringing 12c.
From that price Bridesmaid graded down
to $4 per 100. A few extra fancy Meteor
sold at 15c., but flowers of that description
are so scarce that this price cannot be
named as a (air market quotation. Fancy
Meteor brought lOc; first selection, 6c.;
second selection, 3c. Tnere was some call
for Bride and Kaiserln, but they moved
laggard ly at t8 for fancy, and from that
down to $3 for seconds. Perle sold well,
fancy stock bringing $6 per 100, and sec-
onds J3. Perle was in greatest abundance,
but sold out clean. Testout, Slebrecht,
Whitney, and Morgan were not In demand,
and sold at low figures, some fancy Test-
out going as low as $5 per 100.
Carnations were in great supply, but the
close of the week found the market clear
of stock, and but few were lost. There
is no longer the demand for red carnations
noted in previous reports, and they are
now sharing the same prlceof other colors.
White are most abundant, with Scott a
Delivery Wagon of Gude Bros., Washington, D. C.
S iciety attended the funeral in a body.
The business of the deceased will be con-
ducted as usual, for a time at least.
At the annual meeting of our society,
held S iturday evening, resolutions of con-
dolence and sympathy with the bereaved
family were presented and ordered spread
upon the minutes.
Owing to the funeral, and out of respect
to the memory of our late brother mem-
ber, there was no exhibition at the club
rooms Saturday afcernoon, but the usual
meeting was held in the evening. A com-
mittee was appointed to select a floral de-
sign to be used as the "club's emblem"
upon funeral occasions. Various com-
mittees were appointed to look after the
details connected with the coming meeting
of the American Carnation Society. In
this work we shall sadly miss the late
president. K. WItterstaetter will now as-
sume the duties, and we expect to have
the best meeting ever held by the Society.
The election of directors resulted in the
old board being returned, viz., Wm.
Murphy, Theo. Bock, Fred. Walz, Ben.
George and E. G Gillett. The directors
then made the following elections : E G.
Gillett, president ; Fred. S. Walz, vice-
president; Wm. Murphy, secretary, and
Ben. George, treasurer.
John A. Evans, Richmond, Ind., was a
visitor. E. G. GiLLBTT.
A Costly Bloom.
The florist who got a judgment for if318
against John L. Sullivan recalls the fact
that the ex champion has a single blossom
which probubly co-t him $200,000. It's
on John's nose.— Norfolk ^'irglnian.
close second. Some fancies sold at t2,
but they were forced down at $1 in several
days.
Violets are plentiful, double selling at
$1 ; single at 2,5c. per 100.
Romans and narcissus are a drug, and
sell at 75c. to $1 per 100.
Valley is scarce, and at 13 to $5 per 100.
Harrisii aud calla are also scarce, and
wanted at $10 to $12 50 per 100.
Smllax is in fair request at $8 to $10
per 100.
Retail Notes.
The early part of last week nearly
all the florists had decorative work on
hand, some of them so much of It that
they were kept busy night and day.
The cut fiower trade was not up to ex-
pectation. The fakirs, heretofore com-
paratively an unknown quantity here, are
making their preFence felt by selling good
stock at ruinously small margins. Their
latest move is to deliver flowers to the
residence of the purchaser. This is com-
petition with a vengeance.
Jottings.
The decoration for theMeyer-Kirsch'
baum wedding, at both the church and
Columbian Club, was furnished by the
ATREs Floral Co.
OSTKRTAG Bros had the decoration of
Mahler's Hall for the Catlln ball last
Mondav. and the Tennessee banquet at
the St. Nicholas Hotel last Wednesday.
The much talked of "smoker" of the
St. Louis Florists' Club takes place Thurs-
day afternoon, the 14th Inst.
C. G. F-
The publication In your last week's Issue
of the statement that the E. H. Michel
Company, wholesale florists, has filed
articles of incorporation, is true. A tech-
nical objection to the name, however, has
been made by the Secretary of State, and
it has not yet been incorporated. It is a
little premature, therefore, to publish as
you have done. As to the statement that
this new concern had absorbed the busi-
ness of E H. Michel, this statement la
also, for the present, at least, unwarranted
by fact. Your correspondent has certainly
arrived at this conclusion from hearsay
evidence, for no such statement has been
made by us. I will ask you to kindly
make explanation of it, and oblige, and
when a charter has been granted I will
notify you or your correspondent. Until
then I do not care to be receiving mall
addressed to the E. H. Michel Floral Co.,
hen such an organization may never
' ' — ' ' " H. Michel.
come into existence.
Baltimore.
Harket Notes.
How quickly the prices of cut
flowers rose previous to, and how quickly
did they fall after, Christmas. Every other
class of business offers bargains at the
holidays, but we florists put on the
" tariff." What is the consequence? — trade
after the holidays dull.
There is no scarcity of good stock at
present, all growers are sending In a fair
lot of flowers. Carnations, unlike last
year, are plentiful. It is with difficulty
that 3c. can be obtained for fancy ones.
Roses are abundant and selling at low
flgures.
show, provided a guarantee fund of $500
can be secured. Mr. Burger appointed the
following committee to solicit subscrip-
tions : Messrs. .lohn Donn, Robert Graham,
P. Welsh, E. Montgomery, and H. Fisher.
A motion to make the guarantee fund
$1000 was voted down.
Pres. Burger's stand. In refusing to read
an anonymous communication before the
Club, was the means of bringing out a lot
of oratorical talent.
Jottings.
Some comment was made by the
members on the practice of some cemeteries
selling ivy leaves to the trade ; these leaves
being plucked from the graves.
Bernheimkr & Co., adepartment house,
sold primroses at two for 25c. at Christmas.
E. A. S.
Washington.
A new wagon, the latest creation of the
builder, the joy of the liveried darkies
who drive it, and the pride of Gude Bros.,
is the handsomest production yet seen ; it
is also the most useful, being equipped
with a hot- water boiler and made airtight.
No more fears of frost, remarked Will
Gude, as we had at Christmas when the
thermometer showed 24 degrees of frost,
and many plants were spoiled in conse-
quence. JBy the way, friend Will has been
appointed upon the executive committee
S. A. F. by President Graham ; 'tis a wise
move to utilize some of the young and
useful blood. W. M.
Poughkeepsie, N. Y.
The annual meeting of the Dutchess
County Horticultural Society was held
January 6. The following officers were
elected for the ensuing year : President,
George Siltford ; vice-president, Herman
Asher ; treasurer, James Sloan ; secretary,
Wallace G. Gomersall; assistant secretary,
William G Saltford. Sixteen new mem-
bers were elected, making an addition for.
the year of forty-seven. The number of
members now on the roll is ninety-nine.
The treasurer's report showed a good
credit balance. During the year a beauti-
ful inlaid gavel and marble slab was pre-
sented to the society by Mr. John C. Galvin.
The secretary's report showed that the
chrysanthemum exhibition had been most
successful. Tnere were 157 exhibits staged
tor competition, besides a number of splen-
did displays for exhibition only. It was
suggested that more classes should be
made for private gardeners; that a chal-
lenge trophy should be offered for compe-
tition among regularly constituted so-
cieties, to be the property of the society
winning it three times in succession ; also,
that where chrysanthemums were ex-
hibited six to one vase, ferns and foliage
be used In arranging the blooms. The
vases of twenty-flve blooms, arranged for
effect with foliage, was considered the
most attractive exhibit In the last exhibi-
tion. It was suggested that this exhibit,
be made a private gardeners' class as well
as an open class.
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Contents.
Books Received
Carnations
Catalogdes Keceived
Changes in Business
Clematis, Propagating . . . .
Correspondence
Delivery Wagon, New (liius.) .
Horticdltdral SOCIETV, A Nationai, .
Hydrangea Otaksa (lllus.)
New York Florists' Cldb ....
Obitdary :
Harry L. Sunderbruch ....
QOESTION Box
Roses
Seed Trade Report
Solid Bed Method, The
Trade Notes :
Providence
Baltimore, Cincinnati, Pouahlieepsic
N.T., St. Louis, Washinsfton .
New York, PhiUdeiphia, Pittsburg,
Boston, Chicago, Cleveland, Louisville
Grand Rapids, St. Joseph, Mo.
For the Busy Man.
Louia now deliv
Several societies are considering the advis-
ability of holding Spring exhibitions.
The New York Florists' Club dinner will be
held at the " Arena," on January 30. Those
intending to be present should notify the com-
mittee.
Judging from our reports, business all over
high Christmas
A new National Society has been established,
to be known as "The American Horticultural
Society." Its aim is to affiliate all existing
clubs and sooietles under one governing head.
A National Horticultural Society.
The newly organized body which has
assumed the title of an association that at
one time existed In this country, but re-
garding which no Information can now be
obtained (although Inquiries have been
made), as to whether or not it is defunct —
The American Horticultural Society— has
undertaken the task of cementing together
under one head the many organized clubs,
etc., devoted to the advancement of hor-
ticultural interests now existing, a task
that is herculean in its nature, but one
which the promoters of the new society
look upon very optimistically.
The endeavor just mentioned, to a very
great extent, forestalls any attempt on
similar lines, which it has been proposed
should be made by the Society of American
Florists, with the end in view of making
that Society the governing body— the
position which the new American Horticul-
tural Society now seeks to arrogate to
itself.
It is plainly evident that both associa-
tions cannot occnpy one and the same
position ; and it is also equally clear that
an attempt by both to secure one and the
same end can only result in ultimately
tangling matters up and In frustrating
what both set out to accomplish— the
union of all the hortlcnltural forces under
one governing head.
The proceedings at the meeting held last
Monday in New York City, a report of
which appears elsewhere in this issue. In-
dicated that the new Society is in earnest
in its endeavor to carry out what it has
undertaken, and that there is a certain
sympathy abroad with the movement.
This desire to co-operate would seem to
emanate from organized bodies where gar-
deners are in the ascendency in member-
ship, the replies received from florists'
clubs — and they were few in number —
being somewhat Indefinite, as portraying
the feelings of these bodies in the matter.
There is now presented to the S. A. F. a
problem for its consideration : It the
S. A. F. be sincere in its intention to stand
at the head of all organized clubs in the
country, will It enter the race with the
American Horticultural Society for the
honor, or what action shall It take ? That
the country needs a society of the kind Is
apparent, and with existing conditions it
is likely the want will be supplied.
There are several items mentioned in
the constitution of the new American
Horticultural Society that will at once
commend themselves to those having the
best Interests of horticulture at heart ;
these are— the holding of an annual exhi-
bition by the society ; the desire to help
auxiliary societies in the matter of essay-
ists and lecturers, and the keeping of a
Bureau of Registration and Information.
The best minds In the business have seen
the advantage, and urged it, of holding an
exhibition as a creator and malntainer of
enthusiasm, and those who have had the
drawing up of a programme will readily
appreciate any assistance, so far as the
furnishing of essayists Is concerned. The
Bureau of Registration, as we see it, is
more in the line of aiding gardeners in
securing positions, and employers worthy
help, than otherwise ; however, the intent
of the promoters in this direction did not
manifest Itself at the meeting referred to,
nor was an explanation of same sought.
New York.
that is appalling has hung over the
flower, fancy vegetable and fruit markets.
(We mention the latter in order to show
that flowers are not alone in the existing
condition) Individually, the various com-
mission houses and distributing centers
report the supply as being very light, but
these sources are so numerous and varied,
that, taken as a whole, the aggregate
makes an enormons quantity ol stock,
with the bulk never to be seen at one
time. As a consequence, such a thing as
a clean market Is no longer possible. It Is
rarely, if ever.now thatacommisslon house
doing a large trade can absolutely clean
out at any price, and never at brisk or
firm figures.
After the stores or best trade have se-
lected their goods, which by the way is
now bought In very small parcels, for they
retrain from stocking up prospectively,
the commission agent, broker or market
is at the mercy of bargain seekers and
the Greeks, and the condition of business
is snch generally that the purchasers have
the best of it In the end, and buy at their
own offers.
The weather has been unfavorable to the
Greeks getting on the streets, and, further-
more, in some parts of the city the police,
under the orders of the Bureau of Incum-
brances, has prevented the fakirs selling,
even in some cases when privileges had
been granted by storekeepers on their own
fronts.
Roses in large bulks, or, as Is described,
straight slips, meaning that the purchaser
takes the boxes as they are without any
sorting, have sold as low as $25 prr 1000,
and, generally, $30 per 1000. In smaller
lots No. 1 sold at $4 and $5, but $4 50 per
100 was about the average. Extra Bride
and Bridesmaid realized $6 to $8 per 100 ;
Meteor about the same, a few bringing
tlO. Beauty varied from $5 per 100 to 50o.
each.
Carnations in 1000 lots sold as low as 13
per 1000, and quite a number went at $4
and $5 per 1000. Select stock only realized
75c. to $1.50 per 100, and specials, fancies
and novelties from $2 to $3; when kept
over a day these shared the fate of lower
grades.
Violets have had a hard time of it, and
for the week will not probably average
more than 40c. per 100 for extra good stock.
In thousand lots prices ruled at from $3 to
$3 50 per 1000.
Lilac Is very plentiful and sells at from
75c. to $1 per bunch, six heads to a bunch.
Cypripedlums have short'^ned up in
supply ; these are quoted at $8 and $10 per
Cattleyas have taken a tumble and are
very plentiful; $35 to $50 is quoted from one
source, but others are realizing only $25 to
$35 per 100, and buyers contend that they
can get all they need at those figures.
Llliums, longiflorum and Harrlsil realized
only $4 and $5 per 100; a tew In small lots
sold at $6 and $8; on the other hand, $3 per
100 was taken for several lots.
Valley, Romans and narcissus are selling
lower than last week ; the first named Is
very plentiful.
J. K. ALLEN has been receiving Jacq.
roses for the past two weeks.
Tbaendlt & SCHENCK are receiving
sweet peas dally, and have been since New
Year's.
Jolting!.
PAtTL PiERSON Is confined to his
bed with a very severe cold.
Jnnus RoKHRS Is also confined to the
house, suffering from a similar cause.
Cards are out announcing the eneage-
ment of L C. Bobbink, Rutherford, N. J.,
to Miss Gertrude Schmidt, sister-ln-law
of Fritz Dressel, of Bonn & Dresstl.
ALEX Warendorff will join the ranks
of the benedicts February 10.
It is reported that the sheriff, on Thurs-
day last, took charge of the store of S. J.
Burnham & Co., at No. 786 Fifth avenue,
on an execution for $1692, in favor of their
landlord.
J. Austin Shaw, Brooklyn, has dis-
posed of his retail business at 926 Fulton
St., and intends devoting his attention ex-
clusively to wholesale work In the future.
Toronto.
Market Newa.
Trade has been fair tlnce New
Year's, but cut flower stock has been very
plentiful. Wholesale prices, in many
cases, have been low lor this time of the
year. Roses are good, and while the best
sell fairly well, medium and poor stock
goes very slowly. Prices are: For select
Bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor and Mermet,
15c.; No. 1, 12c., and from that down to 2c,
other varieties sell at from 10c. down to Ic.
each; carnations from Ic. to 3c.; violets
from 75c. to $1.50 per 100.
Roses are offered at retail at from 50c. to
$3 per dozen ; carnations from a5c. to 60o.
per dozen.
Club Notes.
The January meeting of the Hor-
ticultural Society was held on Tuesday,
the 5th. In the absence of the president,
Mr. Geo. Vair was elected to the chair.
Mr. Attley read an
" How to Increase on
paper and the subject were discussed by
the members.
Some matters connected with the tariff
were also discussed, several of the mem-
bers being of the opinion that It would be
better if all duty were taken off all dor-
and greenhouse plants ; but It
the
discussion.
At a meeting of the executive commit-
tee of the Gardeners and Florists' A-so-
ciation It was decided to hold the annual
dinner at Webb's, on February 9.
Thob. Manton.
Philadelphia.
HortlCDltaral Society.
The meeting of the Horticultural
Society on Tuesday next, promises to be a
very large and interesting one. Professor
Rothrock will deliver an illustrated lecture
entitled, "Fire and Flood, the Scourge of
Pennsylvania." This lecture is given
under the auspices of the Pennsylvania
Forestry Association, which will be asso-
ciated with the Horticultural Society on
this occasion. Invitations have been sent
to members of the Civic Club, the trustees
of the University of Pennsylvania, and to
the Drexel Institute.
Market Notes.
During the past week, business
was very quiet. The retail stores are not
doing anything worth mentioning. There
have been a few wedding orders only.
Flowers are very plentiful ; the wholesale
houses are filled up, and although fair
prices have been obtained for good stock,
most of the flowers have been sold for
what could be obtained. Prices for good
stock were : for Beauty, $3 to $6 per dozen,
a few extra good flowers have sold at $7.
Teas such as Bride, Bridesmaid and Meteor,
have sold at from $8 to $10.
Carnations have been very plentiful, the
bulk of the stock having sold at from 50c.
to $1 per 100, although $2 and $2 50 has
been paid for some extra good flowers.
Violets are going slow at $1. The best
local violets now coming In are from
W. H. Phillips, Kennett Square.
All kinds of bulbous stock continue to
sell slowly. Quite a lot of myosotls has
been received lately; this sells at $1 to $1.50
per 100, but there Is no great demand tor
It. Stephen Mortensen has been sending
In some extra fine mignonette to S. S. Pen-
nock ; the fiower spikes are 4 to 6 inches
long; $1.50 per dozen has been obtained
for this, and it is in demand.
News Items.
A. J. Pennock has taken possession
of his father's establishment at Lans-
downe, the change occurring on January
1 ; he has for some time past been manag-
ing the business.
John Hughes has been appointed Park
Forester in Fairmount Park and assumed
his new duties on January 1.
The bowling alleys are now being hnilt
in the Florists' Club-room, and will be
finished before the next meeting night.
The committee has visited the best alleys
in the city, and will adopt all new and Im-
proved methods of construction.
Edwards, of Claymont, continues to
send extra good roses to this market ; these
are grown mostly on budded stock, and
give a continuance of bloom.
At the Gun Club shoot on Tuesday last
the Donaldson medal was won by A. B.
Cartledge. This makes the third time
that he has won It. George Craig yet
heads the list, having won the medal four
times. The Gun Club is in a prosperous
condition ; several new members were
taken In at the last meeting.
The Civic Club, which is composed
mostly of society ladies, is doing good
work in this city by holding semi weekly
meetings in the localities in which the
poorer class of people live. At these meet-
ing addresses pre made on the care and
growing of house plants, and plants are
distributed to those who make application.
John C. Lewis, the city forester, has
charge of the distribution. At the last
meeting 140 applications were made for
plants. Soft wooded plants are used for
this purpose. The movement should prove
beneficial to the trade In many ways.
David Rust.
Pittsburg.
Trade since the holidays has been fair ;
stock is very abundant, excepting roses, of
which the home growers are somewhat
short at present. Prices have not changed
to any extent, being still high. Carnations
are a little lower. Harrlsil I,>i more plenti-
ful, and quoted at $10 per 100 Violets re-
main In good demand. I cannot see why
"ome ot our firowers persist In handling
Romans and Paper Whites, losing money
thereby; there is hardly any demand for
them, and prices are so low that scarcely
the cost 'if bulbs Is realized. The price per
1000 tor Romans is about the same as was
obtained per 100 about 15 years ago.
John Bader reports trade In plants,
particularly palms, good. Latanlas aie
selling very well, also araucarias.
C. K. Hoffmeter, of Carnegie, has been
quite ill lately, and is still confined to his
bed. E. C. Reinbmam.
Jan. 16, 1897.
The F=lorists' Exchange.
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Chicago.
state of Trade.
Bkibiuess io the wholeaale houses is
anything but satisfactory for the time of
year, and there is no doubt if roses were
in full crop very low prices would rule.
As It is, extra long stem teas fetch $8 per
100, but there are few of them, $4 to $C
I'slng a more general price for those next
in grade, and from that down to $3, for a
good deal of the stock. So much cloudy
weather induces a poor quality. Carna-
tions are dull in color ; Meteor is off color;
Beauty opens up poorly, remaining too
long in the bud. Very long stemmed.
Beauty bring $4 50 to $6 per dozen.
Carnations are surely too plentiful for
the call. Few sell above 12, and lots of
fair and medium stock goes at from $1 to
$1.50, being even hard to sell at that.
Valley is also very slow; but little is sold
above 13, and from that down to $1.50 and
an. While there is no glut of violets they
sell slowly; it is hard work to get above
II, Harnsii is similarly situated ; there Is
no great quantity of these but low prices
are being obtained for the time of year,
$8 to $12. Callas sell as well as anytulng.
Disease and low prices, a few years ago,
caused many growers to drop callas.
The call for bulbous stock is also light
A change to bright sunshine and colder
weather opens up this week, and it is to
be hoped that with it roses will improve,
but without a larger demand than now
exists, a heavy shipment will surely mean
lower prices.
Smilax ands dull sales, some being offer-
ed as low as $6 to $8 per 100 ; $10 to »12 is the
very highest figure. Maidenhair fern
keeps up as well as anything; it has hardly
been below 75c. to $1 this year.
Horticultural Society.
The annual meeting of the Horti-
cultural Society for the election of officers
and other business was held Saturday,
January 9. President VV. H. Chadwlck
delivered his annual address, giving words
of cheer; he believed with a little effort
the membership could easily be trebled.
The formal reports of the treasurer and
secretary were read, showing the total
receipts for the year to have been $5,914 75
and expenditures $5,352, leaving a balance
of $502 75 in the treasury. The total mem-
bership was 354, to which 19 were added at
this meeting, including Henry Hilmers,
Mrs. Hilmers, Geo. Stollery, and N. P.
Mueller, florists. Strong resolutions were
passed against the gratuitous distribution
of seeds by the Government. Names of
gentlemen were suggested to Gov. Tanner
as suitable candidates for Commissioners
of Lincoln Park. It was also asked that
E. G. Ulhleln be reappointed as one of the
Commissioners of the West Side Parks, an
office he has so ably tilled.
The following offiuers were re-elected for
the ensuing year: President, William H.
Cbadwlck; first vice-president, Edward
G Uihleln; second vice-president, E A.
Kimball ; third vice-president, Ernst Wein-
hober; secretary, William C. E^an ; a sist-
ant-secretary and treasurer, Willis N.
Rudd.
James Jensen, superintendent of Kum-
bolt Park, read an excellent paper on
" Tree insects," illustrated by well pre-
served foliage, and mounted specimens of
the most injurious insects.
At the special request of the Society,
your correspondent was requested to pre-
pare a paper on the condition of gardens
as I found them In this city forty years
ago, to be read at the next stated meeting
in April.
The meeting also authorized the Execu
tlve Committee to hold the annual dower
show In November of thla vear, and a
Spring fiower show in 1898', if in their
.judgment they found it advisable.
JottlDga.
Henry Patnb, of Payne Bros.,
Hinsdale, 111., while attending to some
H. P. Halle, 548 W. Madison st., had
three weddings and four receptions the
past week, an unusual good thing as times
go. One of his plants of Cattieya Trlai set
proves to be a white, and is just now in
Bower.
tions, also excellent Triur
G. Washborn, of Bassett & Washburn,
is back at his desk again, after a long
siege of slcknets.
Boston.
Trade Notes.
Last neek was phenomenally poor in all
the branches of the florist's business for
the Winter season. The holidays are gen-
erally followed by a relapse in the flower
trade, but this year it was particularly
marked, and complaints were universal,
wholesalers, retailers and growers all con-
tributing to the general wail.
The greatly increased supply coming
Into this market becomes more evident
under such conditions, and the cold
weather prevents the fakir from success-
fully plying his vocation, so that, with a
decrease in retail demand, the wheels soon
become blocked with an immense quan
tlty of immovable stock. This week, how -
ever, conditions have improved, and,
though prices still range low for mid-
winter, stock is moving more readily, and
the spell of cold weather which is now
upon us will shorten the supply, so that
normal conditions in the market may soon
be expected.
The general average of roses offered is
good ; it is thought the rose growers have
seen the hardest part of the season, and
that for the next month or so at least bet-
ter prices will prevail than the average
of the Winter up to date has teen.
For the carnation growers things do not
look quite so bright, and for Scott there
seems no hope, as this market is actually
Hooded with them. Good whites are more
In demand, and anything tending to fancy
sells readily, but at a comparatively low
figure, while no grade sells at a figure
which compares favorably with past sea-
sons.
A New White Carnation.
Welch Brothers have taken the
agency for the sale of the stock of Cook's
already famous seedling white carnation,
"Nivea." This concern has handled the
entire output of the cut flowers of this
variety, and It has proved more than
satisfactory as a commercial white, selling
easily at $1 per 100 more than the other
whites in this market. On Friday, P.
Welch conducted a party of Boston grow-
ers to Shrewsbury to see the Nivea at
home. This variety promises to fill a long-
felt want. The flower is large, clear
white, with extra strong calyx and a long,
stiff, wiry stem. It requires nodlsbudding
in Winter. The plant is of open, erect
growth, with rather short grass, and
planted 9 Inches apart each way they re-
ceive sufficient light and air. The variety
is clean and healthy, never having shown
any signs of rust or bacteria, and Is a very
proliflc bloomer, having proved even more
so than Scott on trial for two seasons.
A. P. Calder is Insolvent.
Joseph Fuller, of Leominster, was a
visitor to this city the first of the week.
Prof. George L. Goodale, of Harvard
University, opened the Winter series of
•lectures before the Massachusetts Horti-
cultural Society on Saturday last, before
one of the largest audiences ever present
on a similar occasion. Ou next Saturday,
January 23, Mr. E. M. Wood, of Natick,
will lecture on the " Chrysanthemum : its
Past, Present and Future." W. K. W.
The schedule of prizes offered by the
Massachusetts Horticultural Society for
the year 1897, has been Issued ; also the
list of prizes offered by the Society for
school gardens, school herbariums and
children's herbariums.
Cleveland.
Trade Notei.
Retail trade has fallen off most
decidedly since the holidays, and a periid
of unusual dullness now prevails; the
outlook for any improvement In the near
future is far from encouraging.
Trade in plants and cut flowers is very
quiet, and orders for funeral work or
decorations are few. Stock is offered In
abundant quantities. Roses are plentiful
and demand light; Beauty especially, for
which there is very slow tale.
Carnations and violets find better sale
than almost anything else. Tulips are
plentiful, but do not sell well; all stock
offered Is very short stemmed.
Prices realized at this writing are as
follows : Carnations, 25c. to 35c a dozen ;
violets. $1.50 and $2 per 100 ; valley, 75c.
and $1 per dozen ; Paper Whites and
Romans, 50o. and 753 ; freesias, 50c. and
75c.; HarrisU, $2 per dozen ; Beauty, $6 to
$10 a dozen ; tea roses, $1, $1 50, and $2.
In the wholesale line trade remains very
quiet, and prices ruling at this time are :
Beauty, 20c. to 30o.; Per'e, Bride, Met'or,
and others $4 to $6 per 100 ; carnations. 75u.
to $1.25; violets, $1 and $1.50; valley, $4 per
100 ; Harrisil, $1 per dozen ; Romans and
Paper Whites, $2. G. A. T.
Wilmington. N. C.
This city Is unique In possessing three
lady florists who hold the fort against all
male competitors.
Mrs. Henry Rehder is the oldest estab
lished, and conducts a flrst class business,
in which she Is ably assisted by the Messrs.
Rehder, father and son. While sojourning
in Europe during the past Summer, they
visited the late Mr.' Anthony Waterer, of
Woking, England, who conducted them
through his famous rhododendron and
hardy azalea garden, which at that time
was in its full beauty. If Mrs. Rehder will
give us an account of what she saw there
it will prove most interesting reading.
Miss Fanny Johnson is second in length
of time, and has built up a snug business.
Miss L. B. Moore commenced quite
recently and has already seen the fruits of
her efforts in a rapidly increasing bust
ness. She says the Exchange has been of
great aid to her ; she could not do without
W. M.
Long Island City, H. Y.
The greenhouses and ground (which
comprises an acre) belonging to the Astoria
Nuroeries— estate of Annie E. Crlssey
will be sold, January 26, on the steps of
the County Court House here, at 13 n
Index to Advertisements.
Aaparagua
Blanc A & Oo C
Elliott Wm H 6
Seawaubaba Onhe,. 4
Auetioneers
McCarthy N F i Co. 6
NeffLI 6
OaBls Nursery Co.. . 4
Board of Tracte
National Florists... C
Books ami Peri-
Cluoas R W 16,
Dreer Henry A
Faust H a & Co.
Gardiner J & Co. ...
Oulf Coast Nurseries
HulsebuBch Bros
Joosteu 0 H
UcAlllster F E Oo.
Ouwerkerk P
Piersou F R Oo. ...
Pitcher k Mauda
Rolber Aug & Sons. .
SeidewitzEA
Schmitz F WO
Tell Wm
Vaughan's SeedStore
BreitiLcyer J &. Son
Cloud EJ
Coles WW
Cottage Gardens
Dorner Fredft Bon..
Dreer Henry A
EiseleC
Ellis 4 Pollworth...
Herr AM
Hopp & Lemke .
Logan av tireei
Meadow View Ui
TajIorE J
Waverly O'Lousi
Weber H & Sonn
Wood Bros
Chrysantliemunis
Beckert T F 50
BetflcherBros •le
Bieitmeyer J & Son. 67
EiseleC 64
Ellis S Pollworth... 63
Garrett & Rose 64
OrallertiCo 6J
Seawaufaaka Obs... 4tl
Smith Ni Son 50
Snow H B 60
SoltauCi Co 68
WillmoraWW 50
Whltton 4 Sons.
Vincent R Jr & Sons
Baker W J
Bassott k Washburn
Dumont&Co
Ellis* PoUworlh...
Eyenden Bros
Ford Bros
Fleckenstein Ohaa O
Horan E O
Easting Wm F. ...
Kenulcott Bros Co.
Kuehn O A
Lang Julius
Lynch WE
McCarthy N F & Oo.
McKeUar Chas W...
ReldEdw
Reloberg Bros
Rogers Park FI Co.
Welch Bros
Young John
BeawanhakaOrbs..
Brague L B
ElUo I Wm H
Evenden Bros
Highlands Nursery . .
Renard Jos.
Shelmire W R
Swayne Wm.
Decorative Plants
BakerOhasF 69
Bader John 59
Beach * Co 69
BerckmanaPJ 69
1 BergerHH&Co.... (9
DreerH'y A 49
BiaeleJO 69
Elliott 4 Ulam 69
' Elizabeth Kurt Co.. . 69
Foster L H
Hanford R O. . . .
Helnl G 4 Son
Hester W J
Plerton F R Co. .
Redfleld H
Roehrs Julius ..
Scott Jno.
Search Wm H .
Fertilizers
Ellis iPollwcrlb...
Peters John J Oo
Flower Pots, et<
Blanc A 4 Co
Hews A H 4 0o
Hlianger Bros
Keller Bros
McCarthy N.F. 4 Oo.
Bolker 4 Sons Aug.
Syracuse Pottery Oo
Whllldln Pottery Co
Fruit Plants
Harrison's Nurseries
Felthoi
Ne«f L, I.
Oarmody J D
Ooldwell-Wllcoi Co.
Oowen's N Sons
Deitsob A 4 Co
DeLaMater IronWks
Ultchlnes 4 Oo ... til
Jackson John H... 61
Lockland LumberCo 6'i
Lord 4 Bnrnham Co 6t
Monlnger John 0 Co 61
Pierce F O 4 Oo . . . 61
Plenry's Horticul-
tural Works 61
Quaker CityMaob Co 61
ScoUayJ A 61
WoIfAQ4Bro ea
& Pollworth ...
HlIlEU&Co
Jackson SPerklnsCo
Moore Frank 1
"lurpbey R H
Ouwerkerk P
Pterson F R Co
Roehrs J
Scott Eobt& Son....
Storrs 4 Harrison Oo
Strausa C & Co
Joosten OH
McAIIlsterF ECo...
Moore 4 Simon.....
s Nurs. Co
Iier4 Manda....
Rolker Aug4 Sons.
RuppJ bnF
Schiller J L
Scbmid BS
Semple Jas
SolUuC 4 Co
So. Cal. Seed Co
Shrubs. Flon ering
and Ornainenlal.
BerckmansPJ 61
BergerHH4Co 69
Bobblnk L C 19
Jackson* PerklnsCo 61
Ouwerkerk P 49
Piersou F R Co 45
Storrs 4HarrIson Co. 49
Pla
Boerner Fred
SoltsuO 4 Co
lupplles a
Roiulaltc
Bayersdorfer H 4
Conley John & Son.. 60
De LaMareCo 46
Elliott Wm 4 Sons.. 16
Ellis 4 Pollworth... 63
KuehnCA
Lone Dan'lB .. .
McCarthy N F 4 Oo.
Meyer Jno 0 i' "
Elliott Wm
Faust G
Mis
clla
Dreer H. A
Greene* Underbill.
HarrisC A&Co
Herr Albert M
Hughes Geo J
Shepherd MrsTB..
Waverly G'houses...
Wood Bros
Mnsllronni Spav
Berger H H 4 I
Panxr
Herr Albert M,
Reed 4 Keller
RloeM40o
Rolker A 4Sone....
ad Geo A.
;eP0 4Co. ... 61
(etable Plania
Ison'sNurserlea 49
»n Alex 49
Vincent R Jr 4 Son. 19
Vrrlienna
Davis A B 4 Son 64
Beckert. T.r
Berger H 11 4 Co . . .
Bobl'ink LC
Elsele 0
JackBon* Perkins Co
Ouwerkerk P
grorrs * Harrison Oo
StudorN
Violets
Beckert Theo F
Benedict Geo H
Boulon Fd
Cloud EJ
Grallert4Co
Renard Jos
Search Wm H
Shelmire WR
Dreer Henry A.
HerrAM
Hughes Geo J .
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THe F=LORisxs*
jXCHHNGE.
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Read what Prominent Carnationists say about it
John Harrison's Place, Bergen Ave., near Bidwell Ave.,
Jersey City, N. J., January 5, 1897.
We, the undersigned, are satisfied that (he carnation John Harri-
son is now growing under the name of Harrison's White is what he
claims it to be, namely, a sport of Wm. Scott, and is a really good
tiling. This conclusion we have arrived at after a careful examination
of the stock he has now growing on his place at above address.
(Signed) jqhn N. May, Ernst Asmus, Henry Dailledouze.
£,///«• F/oHsts' Exchange: Qdeens, N. Y., January 7, 1897.
Regarding the white sport from Wm. Scott, which is offered by
Jlr. John Harrison, of Jersey City, and which I recently stated to you
that 1 was of the opinion that the variety was identical with Puritan,
I desire to say :
Yesterday, in company with Mr. L. E. Wood, the originator of
Puritan, I visited Mr. Harrison's place, taking samples of Puritan and
comparing the growths of the two varieties. After careful examina-
READY MIDDLE OF JANUARY.
Mention paper. All orders filled
tion, Mr. Wood pronounced Mr. Harrison's variety as distinct from
Puritan, and I am now convinced that my first impressions were wrong.
There is a certain difference in the growth of Mr. Harrison's sport
from the growth of Scott as usually seen, which resembles much the
growth of Puritan as I have seen it at times, which difference can be
accounted for by their being grown dry (as the plants were too deeply
planted), and this resemblance, coupled with the knowledge that I had
once mistaken a plant of Puritan, which was growing by accident in a
bench of Scott, as a sport from Scott : also the fact that a portion of
Mr. Harrison's original stock of Scott was propagated by us from the
same bench in which the Puritan plant was growing, caused me to
think that Mr. Harrison had fallen into the same error that I had made.
I a^i very much pleased to find that I have been mistaken, as a
clear white sport of Scott, such as Harrison: White is, certainly will
prove one of the most valuable commercial carnations that could be
originated, and I hope you will allow me to say in this column that if
any florist has $10 to spare, I believe he can do no betiir with it than to in-
vest in a hundred of Mr. Harrison's White Scott. C. W. WARD.
PRICES: $l.50 per doz.; $IO.OO per lOO; $40.00 per 500;
S70.00 per lOOO. Cash or satisfactory reference required.
rotation. Qnantlties less than one bundred at dozen rates.
Near Bidwell Avenue,
GREENVILLE,
JOHN HARRISON, 739 Bergen Ave; "^^'.r^r JERSEY CITY, N.J.
Jan. 1 6, 1897.
'LORiSTS' Exchange.
GHBIfllTIOIIS
An Experience with Alaska.
In my remarks last week I made men-
tion of an experience we are having with
Alaska, and which It seems is in direct
oppositlou to what I then said. I refer to
the time of starting the cuttings.
Last season, Alaska being one of the
new Introductions, we began taking cut-
tings very early— I think the latter part of
November. Toe first batch, as soon as
rooted, was planted on a bench, several
inches apart each way, as described by
me in a former article ; here they remained
until April, when they were transferred to
flats and removed to the cold frame. Dur-
ing this time there had been several crops
of cuttings taken from them, and it could
hardly be said that they looked very
promising when placed beside the younger
and thriftier plants, which had been
started the latter part of February and
throughout the month of March.
They were planted in tlie field in May,
on a rather low piece of ground, which
was not very well ilrained ; in fact, to-
wards the end of Summer the soil had
become completely covered with a green
mossy growth, which is a never-falling
sign of moisture and poor drainage. In
addition they were completely covered
with water several feet de?p in the latter
part of July. Up to this time the season
had been almost constantly wet : after
this, the weather was all that could be
desired.
The younger plants were planted on a
higher and better drained piece of ground,
otherwise the soil was the same. These
made more growth and altogf^ther looked
thriftier than the old ones. Naturally we
chose the younger plants when housing
time came. Having selected the best of
these, and requiring between twoand three
hundred more to finish a center bench, we
took enough of the older plants to fill out,
selecting the best ones. The younger ones
started out without any apparent check,
while the older ones which had made a
rather slow growth In the field, did not
start so well. The difference for some
time was in favor of the younger plants,
so far as growth was concerned, but
gradually a change began to t»ke place,
and I could easily see that the old plants
were forging ahead, and at the present
writing the difference in their favor is so
marked that the most casual observer
would notice It at a glance The younger
plants still show some signs of bacteria
older ones are practically free from both
I was at first puzzled as to how this
could be, as it seemed to be directly con-
trary to all our former experiences, and
my conclusion is that the young plants,
having a more rapid and succulent growth,
■ took up a much greater amount of molf-
ture during the wet part of theseason than
did the older ones, which grew much slower
and consequently took up less moisture.
I am convinced of this, not only from the
larger growth of the younger plants, but
also the distinct difference in the color of
the foliage, that of the young plants being
a dull shade of green, while the older ones
showed a bright lively bluish shade. This
indicated a rich coating of the natural
bloom of the foliage, without which no
carnation can be healthy. It i.s the herald
of health, and the plant's best safeguard
against disease.
Next to Alaska, Uncle John shows the
greateBt dIfferencF. As with the former,
the difference is decidedly in favor of the
old plants. The same ditiferencB is notice-
able In nearly all of the other varieties. I
am satisfied, however, that had we had an
ordinary season, or one Inclined to be
rather dry. the young plants would have
come out best.
The lesson that I draw from this is that
it Is not safe to trust entirely to late cut-
tings, but to plant out some of each, and
thus be on the safe side.
From my notes last week, it might be
Interred by some that I advised not to
pinch back in the field. If what I said con-
veyed this impression. It was unintentional,
as there are many rapid growing varieties
which must be pinched back. I referred
particularly to the slow-growing and late-
blooming strts, which we rarely pinch
hack more than once. H. Webek
MINNIE COOK!
Lai gest stock Id the country of Ibis finest
of variejfated carnations. Strong, liealthy.
Have also other varieties, including' Storm
King, Delia Fo.v, Bridf smiiid, Scott etc.
WHITE F(»l£ I'KICKS.
Meadow View Greenhouses
PARNATinNQ —della fox and....
uAnnaiiuno annie h. lonsdale.
MYERS & SAMTMAN,
WYNDMOOR, CHESTNUT HILL, PHI. A
t n-OBIST-R exCHANGF
GEO. HANCOCK & SON,
CARNATIONS.
GRAIVD HAVEN, MICHIGAIS
, PiESIPPAH?, H. J.
WHCN WBrriMO mHTlCMI T»« »
CARNATIONS
Violets and Aiyssmn.
Taken from healthy stock; well rooted.
Send for Trade List.
E. J. BLOllD, Lock "01 3a ivondale, Pa.
The New Scarlet Carnation
MORELLO
KapldM, i^llch.
ENTION THE n,OR"f«T'S
CARNATIONS
ROOTED CUTTINGS
WM. SWAYNE, Ksnnett Square, Pa
. O. Box Zie
ELDORADO
The finest Yellow Carnation in cultiva
Rooted cuttings, $200 per 100; $15.00 per
LADY CAMPBELL VIOLETS - Rooted rum
60 cts per 100 ; $5.00 per 1000.
GIANT DJU8LE ALYSSUlVI.-$i.oo per 100;
for (
Jlar.
W. R. SHFLMIRE, Avond.^le, Pa
DORNER'S
liEW GOBUPTiOIIS
....FOR 1897....
MRS.CHAS. H. DUHME T,:.f'^„l%
lively delicate pink, large flower, fra^irant,
with good calax on strong stiff stem. Plant
any of the light pink varieties, rivaling in
productiveness with Scott. This promises
varieties. Certificated at Indianapolis and
Philadelphia. We have grown this variety
now for five years and it isindcspensable at
MRS. GEO. M. BRADT
Colo
clear white, heavily edged and striped
bright scarlet, giving it a very bright and
cheerful appearance. Flowers large and
full, with center petals standing erect, giv-
ing the bloom a well rounded form. Calyx
resembling Mme. Albertini. Habit strong
and vigorous This variety is now in its
fourth year and has proven the most even
and constant bloomer from earlv lo late.
We received for these flowers the highest
prices paid in the market. Received gold
medal at Atlanta, certificate at same place
ry grower. Medii
exceptionality "^ple
keeper. Oneoftht
Kooted cuttinKs ready March J, 1897.
SilO.OO per 100; $75.00 per 1000.
Plants from soil at same price four weeks
F.CORNER&SONSCO.
LA FAYKTTE, IM).
Rooted Cuttings
Rooted Cuttings, Carnations,
, Wlfl.SGOll,
Lizzie iGiiowaD,
'' I TIDAL WAVE, PORTIA^ ANNA WEBB,
CARNATIONS.. '^'" ' ' '
MlOowem. Scott, Puritan, Meteor, Kresken. Day-
■ICKJfl. Jubilee,
PRES. CARNOT ROSE. i;ood strong grattea
>lants from 3 lu. i.ots; reaJy Keb. 15. «0 per 100.
w. w. COLES li^ftT^zr
tiaple Hill Roae Farm, It OIv(>nlO. IKD
MRS. FISHER.
)w the above named v;
3uced. Having fifteen
EDW. J. TAYLOR, Southport, Conn.
WHEN WRrriNQ MENTION THE FLORISTS* EXCHANGE
SEEDLING CARNATIONS for 1897.
early and conttnuouB bloomer, very fragrant and a Kood
stiff, an exceedlDBly attrac-
showy flowe
CAPT. KING. ^;;;vT,'ifeSl";'x?ra
ineCDU ICCCCDCnU Oeev Pmk. verylaree and show; Sowers, on long, stilt atems,
llUSCrn llCrrCnOUni color resembling Ttios.Canledge. much larger Oower
Sesd For Wbolosile List of Kew iid Sttndud Cariations. Stool Strong »d Eealtby. NO RU ST.
C. J. PENNOCK, The Pines, KENNETT SQUARE, PA
New Yellow Carnation
MAYOR PINGREE.
Without doubt the Best Yellow Carnation in commerce to-day.
Orders booked and filled in rotation. Delivery March ist, 1897.
$1.50 per dozen ; $10.00 per hundred I $75.00 per thousand.
STRONG STOCK PL&NTS OF IVOIRE ROSE CHRYSANTHEMUM, $3.00 PER DOZEP.
Gratiot Aves.,
ETROiT, MICH.
JOHN BREITIIItyEli I SOUS, '"—"^,— «
ateecl to reach yoa safely and be satiarac-
cpresa paid on all orders for one
»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ Gu
:♦ tory
I I 9 ♦ Ex
J lltllO ♦ Unlimited quantities and reasonable prices.
^ ^^^ # McGowan, Alaska, Storm King, Davbreak, Scott
• l^ rk4^t^r%4-%^^t^c ♦ Wave, Portia, Dorner, Buttercup, Helen Keller, and
tl^arnailOnS; ^ f ? „„p. Abundance, D
, Delia Fox, Jubilee,
Lonsdale, Crimson Spor
Eldorado.
3 ; send for prices ; son
t varieties, strouR rooted
Other varieties from other gr
(JERANlU.MS-Up-to-datebeddersa
lOJO. Scarlets in lots of 600. »5 00.
DOUBLE PETUNIA, VETERAN-Dwarf, bushy growth. Immense fringed blooms, white, strip
rose. Hue plants at 60 ctB. per doz.; »3.50 per 100.
r(H,ElIS-Allthele«'llnBsorl8at75cts. perlOO. or »«.00 oer 1000.
" "' Keralum, GuDtlier Hybrid Tropteolum (ten colors). Robnat Mammo
tter, 76 cts. per 100 or $5.00 per 1000.
ALBERT M. HERR, L. Box 496, Lancaster, Pa.
NEW-
CARNATION
VICTOR
THIS is a sport from Daybreak and has been
grown by us for the past three years. In
color it is a .clear brilliant pink. The colo
improves under artificial light. It has been
thoroughly tested in every respect. It is a strong-
grower and as free a bloomer as an\-. Wherever
sent the flowers have been pronounced good keep-
ers, of beautiful color, with strong stems. There
is no better pink Carnation in the market to-day.
Awardvd Ccrlifmdr of Merit by P,„nsi/h-.
ll„rlin,nural Soriehi:
Rooted Cuttings from soil.
Ready March 15th, 1897,
$10 per 100; $80 per 1000.
HUGH GRAHAM, 104 S. 13th S(., Philadelphia.
wnrriNa mention the florists- exchange
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The F='l-orists' Exchange.
SITUATIONS WANTED.
Rate, 10 cents per line (8 words), each I
" ' '■" order. This rate applies or
d when i
10 ceuti'te ooTer expense of forwa
Cash
Ion wantea aavertisenieuii
solid, without display. When letters
W^
pLORlST. 17 years' e
everything. Florist, (
Hoffmann. 54 W. 28Lh
gITUATION ^
Stenographer, i
>rHCticaI linowiedee o
I beueneraliy useful;
I Florists' Exchange.
CITUATION wanted
^ younu man oapabl<
Captatn. 412 Pleasant e
, Worcester. Mass.
CITUA
^ assl
JATION wanted by experienced greenhouse
asslstaotln Ruses. CarnaLiona.etc. English Age
28. single, thoroughly reliable, wages f25 and board.
H., care Florists' Exchange.
■pLORIST understanding the commercial busi-
-•■ ness in all its branches wishes uituation as
foreman; can furnish best of references. Please
state full particulars and wages, A. A., care of
Florists' Exchange.
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perlence i
St.. Brooklyn. :
eferences. Dahlberg,
small com-
CITUATION V
ut Oo vers and plants. Trustw*
and ambitious. Good propagator aiid maker-u
decent boss will dad me a good and useful ma
years of age. Duhlols, Lock Box TO, Madison. I
the United States. (
in commercial place. United Sla
Short Hills. N. J. Anderson.
TRAVELING SALESMAN
Is open for an en^-'ajfement with flrst-class
hmiBe, moderate salary. B. ^W* B., care
Florists' Exchange.
SITUATION TV ANTED
As foreman, by first-class grower of cut flow-
ers; thoroughly posted in all branches; Eastern
States preferred; life experience, Europe and
America; single; age 31; total abstainer; first
class references.
SITUATION ^VANTED.
By an honest, sober, industrious man, long
; full charge, acting as foren
STOCK WANTED.
Roses Wanted. il'^o'^^E^^S^S
■ ■WJWJ »»MIHV11. ^^1^^^ FLOWER8
WANTED
1000 Var. VINCA, strong pi
ALEXANDER MEAD, Greenw
TV ANTED TO RENT
aised is sold at
Charleston, S. C.
W. MclNTOSH & Son report an Increas-
ing business in their truck or vegetable
seed department, which Is under the
charge of Mr. Mcintosh, Jr. This la a big
item In this section, and was formerly sup-
plied entirely from the North. They have
increased their warehouse space and by
carrying a glass roof have formed a combi-
nation continuous greenhouse or roof
garden, where a large stock of plants Is
carried, the demand for which at Christ
mas was greater than at any holiday
period hitherto. W. M.
Savannah, Ga.
George Wagner graphically describes
the storm of September 29, and which was
noted In the Exchange soon after the dis-
astrous occurrence. The damage he sus-
tained was considerable, much of the stock
being spoiled entirely In addition to broken
roofs. As part compensation business has
been very good since that time.
A. C. Oblschiq was more fortunate,
still his loss was considerable. He has
added a capital propagating house, and in-
tends growing specialties Instead of a
variety of stock as he has been doing. La
France Is one of many roses that do well
here, and is always In demand. W. M.
Bellevile, III.
Trade for the holidays was about the
same as last year, there being an increased
call for blooming plants, and a slow sale of
bulbous stock.
A. 6. Fehr Is on the sick list.
Wm. L. Hucke, St. Clair Floral Co , and
. W. Gut are cutting plenty of carna-
tions; West End Floral Co. will be in with
heavy cut of roses about the last of the
month.
Nearly all of the florists here will attend
the smoker, to be given by the St. Louis
Florists' Club on the 14th lust.
E. W. G.
HELP WANTED.
^VANTED
On commercial place in neighborhood
of New York, an experienced rose grower.
Address, with full particulars, E., care
of Florists' Exchange.
■WANTED
A Florist and Gardener, German pre-
ferred, who tborouglily understauds the grow-
ing of sreneral stock, roses, carimtiODS, palms,
ferua, etc.; only tbdse who can give the best of
refereoce frtim commercial places as to char-
acter aud ability need apply: must have expe-
rience in making up; slate wages, etc.; single
WM. A. BOCK, North Cambridge, Mass.
GREENHOUSES WANTED
York,2greenho
(120x20 each), 3 smaller greenhouses, all
stocked; dwelling (7 rooms), stable, all in
repair, grounds over one acre. Price. 5
half cash. Inquire G. Riedel, 9-11 Hanovei
New York.
DRQWE"^ FLORAL ""^^'GN^
M 3 ^ VOLUME I. ^^J
...Containing Twelve Illustrations...
PRICE, $l.50.
arE%%V?^h^'r*il ••• ^-^- AGENTS WANTED.
For Full Particulars Apply to
1. BROWER, 955 BROADWAY. NEW YORK.
WM.
WRITING WEWTIOM THE FLORISTS' EXCHA
Richmond, Ind.
Ed. BIS3ELL, who for time past has been
with E. G. Hill & Co., has resigned his
position and accepted a similar one in
Nashville, Tenn.
Pleasant Hill. Mo.
Alfred Browman, who has been fore-
man for nearly four years at the Maple-
wood greenhouses here, has resigned his
position on account of failing health.
G. E. Schwartz, who suffered a loss by
Are during December, has his house re-
paired. The plants that were injured by
smoke are coming on nicely.
EijIliES m BDSISS.
West DERRr, N. H.— N. G. Plllsbnry
has opened a flower store here.
Meriden, Conn.— John Gaiilvan is to
close his greenhouse on Kensington ave.,
February 1.
He win contl
ereenhouse on Union st. and the store on
West Main st.
FOR SALE.
Country place, about three acres. 85 miles from
New York, very desirable for gardener and flower
railroad, adjoining station; houae large. arraoKed
and productive liarden. sprtnK water under pre;
market in neinhborhood. Address
H*nry S.Concklln. 26 Court St., Brooklyn
TO I.BASE.
PEA GROWERS!
Will some of our Canadian friends favor us
oE this stock for seed. Information wanted on
behalf of a foreign firm intending to place their
future orders in that country. Address :
** Baslness Manager," Florists' Exchange.
i THE rtORISTS' CXCHANQE
Will leaae to a responsible party their property
at Flushiug, L. I., consistloff of 63,500 square
feet of glass, seven acresof land,threedwelliiiff
houses, stables, horse, wagon. &c., for aterm of
years. For all particulars apply to
JOHN HENDERSON CO., Flushing, N. Y.
FOR SAI.B.
offices. Good
JOHNSON, (
OBITUARY.
Harry L. Sunderbruch.
The announcement made In our last
issue of the sudden and untimely death of
Harry L. Sunderbruch, of Cincinnati,©.,
will have created a feeling of profound
sorrow among the thousands In the craft
whom Harry numbered as his friends.
Our Cincinnati correspondent, E. G.
Gillett, writes us as follows :
" H. L. Sunderbruch Is dead. To make
this announcement is the saddest duty
that has ever been mine to perform. He
was sick only a short time; but Bright's
disease was the Immediate cause of death.
He passed away at 3 P. M , on Wednesday,
January 6. Deceased was 41 years of age,
married and leaves a widow and two sons
— Gus, and Harry Jr.
" Probably no man was more widely
wn among the craft in the United
States than Harry Sunderbruch, and to
know him was to love him. His profes-
sion had always been that of a florist. He
was born In this city, and early in life
started in the greenhouse business with
his father. About 1877 he bought out Cook
& Vandervender and entered on a busi
career as a retail florist at West
Fourth St. He continued in this capacity
until the Fall of 1890, when, by consent, he
turned over the store to his brothers and
brother-in-law, and with his family moved
out to his farm at Williamsburg, O. In
the Fall of 1891 he opened a wholesale com-
mission cut flower estabiishmentat Fourth
and Walnut sts. After the death of John
Rose, he leased the range of greenhouses
koown as Rosebank, formerly run by the
late F. T. -McFadden, which place Mr
Sunderbruch was conducting at the time
of his death."
Mr. Sunderbruch took a lively Interest
in whatever tended to advance the trade.
He was a regular attendant at the meet-
ings of the S. A. F. and the American
Carnation Society, having been elected
president of the latter body at Its meeting
held in New York last February, and It is
sad to think he has been removed from our
midst before the consummation of those
plans for the reception of the Society next
month, in the perfecting of which he so
diligently worked
He was a member of Lafayette Lodge,
F. and A M., a Shriner and Scottish Rite
Mason. He was also at one time a mem-
ber of the Board of Park Commissioners.
The funeral took place from his late resi-
dence at 1:30 P M. Saturday, January 9,
and was very largely attended.
' Florists' Bzobacge.
PANSIES WORTH RAISING.
Seed, Ji.oo per package, 3-1
DWARAF WHITE STOCKS and CHRYSAN-
THEMUM CLUMPS as advertised before.
Cash with Order.
a. soLrr.A.-u- sz oo.,
199 Grant Are., Jersey City, N. J.
Galax Leaves.
CHAS. H. RICKSECKER, Linville, N. C.
HARDY GUT FERNS
Sl.OOIper tOOO. Discount on InrKPOrdes.
L. B. BKAGUE, Hinsdale, Mass.
ENTJON THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGI
HENDERSON'S JLB CULTURE.
THIS is a large twenty-four page book, with
Special Culture directions for over 200
varieties of Bulbs. It has been compiled with
great care, and its information is accurate, re-
liable and up to the latest date. This book
should be In the hands of every FlorUt.
POST.PAID «or 26 e««.
THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
p. O. BOX. 1697. NEW YORK.
New Bedford, Mass.
At the annual meeting of the New Bed-
ford (Mass.) Gardeners and Florists' Club,
held January 11, the following officers'
were elected for the ensuing year : Presi-
dent. Jas. Garthley ; vice president, Robert
Mitchell; secretary, A. J. Fish; treasurer.
Chas H. Waite ; assistant secretary, A. S.
Dunham; Expcutive committee ; Chas. J.
Wood, Thos. White and Jas. A. Russell.
A. J. Fish, Secretary.
Business Advice.
Never look for a "bargain" in an em-
Dloye. If a man is not worth fair pay he
is not usually worth having at all.
Keep vour book account as small as pos-
sible. Have frequent settlements with
your customers, and at stated times. Have
them understand this is a part of your
business, and they will resoect you more
and increase their trade.— Exchange.
CATALOGUES RECEIVED.
Cole, Pella, la.— Garden Annual for iSc,?.
Illustrated.
F. C. Heinemann, Erfur
eral Seed Catalogue.
T. W. Wood & Sons. Richmond, Va.— Illu
trated Seed and Plant CataloKue.
ny.-Gc
alogne (
The GEO. A. Weaver Co., Newport. R.
J
nil
Garden and Lawn Supplies.
Mass.-Sweet Pea Annual for 181)7; coma
ture. The Annual is illustrated ; among
pictures shown are photographs of sev
Sweet Pea specialists.
8 J Cts. worth Tobac-Oll kills 3.000,000
2 Green Flies. BUY IT. TRY IT.
FOiGlTETUBlG-OILFORlPHIS
Jan. i6, 1897.
DEUTZIA GRACILIS,
The F^i-orists* Exchmnge.
59
Cyperufl Alternlfollua t
i-ln. pots, S3. 00 per 100.
Cash with order.
clU8, from
PALMS!
LATANIA BORBONICA,
$3.00 per 100 ; $30.00 per 1000.
Qrevillea Robusta.
(Silver Oak.)
Heavy 3 in. pots, 15 to 20 ins., stocliy and
clean, per 100, $3.00. Cash with order.
BEACH & CO., Richmond, Ind.
I WBITINQ MENTION THE FLORrSTS- EXCHANGE
IDIINTUM CUNEIIUM.
STRONG AND BUSHY.
3 in. $6 per 100; 3M in. $3 per 100 : $25 per lOCO.
Cash with Order.
CHAS. F. BAKER, Utica, N. Y.
CHEAP PALMS!
Corypha Austr
2s-m
Phoenix CaDaHeDsla
;; Kecljnat
SeDd for list of other varieties and prices.
6-8 2-3 .(6 6C
0-12 3-4 .10 8.0
a 36-10 6-6
W. J. HESSER, o,rX-R.. Plattsmouth, Neb.
SIEBRECHT & SON,
The Largeat and Finest Coileclion of
DRAC.ENAS, FICUS and FERNS,
ARAUCARIAS, etc., in ali sizes.
Prices to suit all. One visit and you
wili always come here
STOCK HOME-OROWN.
WRITE TELEGRAPH OR TELEPHONE, AND
NEPHROLEPIS
Davatlioides Furcans.
, all :
Primulas, none better, fine colors, 4 and 5 in.
pots, 10 and 12'.. cents.
Selaginella Kmiliana, 2^2 inch, extra, yds.
X. exaltata Bostoniensis, Araucaria ex.
glauea, Aaiantuni cuneatuiu, Latanias,
R. G. HANFORD, Norwalk, Conn.
THE BOSTON DROOPING FERN
NEPHROLEPIS EXALTATA
....BOSTONIENSIS....
$35.00 per 100 ; $5.00 per dozen; $50 00 per 1
$7 00 per dozen. Smaller plants, at $15.00 j
$20 00 per 100, not less than 25 at 100 rate. C
Orders tilled!
per 100. not less than ^
100 rate. Order now and don't get lef
L. H. FOSTER.
46 KINa ST.
Decorative Plants
ARAUG&RIAS
PALMS
PANDANUS VEITCHII
All sizes. Write for Prices.
assorted, from
pots, $3.50 per
JOHN SCOTT,
Keap street Grcenliouses, - BROOKLYN, N. Y.
Telephone Call 12(17 Willlamsburgh.
WHEN WRrriNO MENTION THE
HEADQUARTERS FOR ^
Palms & Decorative Plants :
NOTICE.
Standard Roses sold out, but another
2000 will arrive February l,j. LIST
XOW READY.
J
: JULIUS ROEHRS, Rutherford, N. J
i p. O. Carlton Hill, N. J. 2
♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦
NEPHROLEPIS
CORDATA COMPACTA.
Y\,'E consider this tlie most useful and
»■ desirahle Nephrolepis yet intro-
duced. FINK STOCK.
2 in. Pots, Sl.SOdoz; SIO per lOO.
3 In. Pots, Z.SOdoz; 18 per 100.
GYCAS REVOLUTA.
All sizeg from 25c up. Address
Jno. G. HeinI & Son,
Terre Haute, Indiana.
GALAX thO
LEUGOTHOE
Write the INTRODUCER of
of these two moat beautiful
new Decorative Greens for
samples and information.
Address
HIGHLANDS NURSERY,
Kawana, N. C.
THE llnquestioned Novelties of M.^*-
...Cannas Austria and Italia.
As recently appointed agent for t
the originators of these grand New Cannas,
trade when quantity is wanted, and book orders for February deliv
grown bulbs, at the following low prices :
AUSTRIA, 35o.each; $3.50 Per Doz.; $25.00 Per 100.
ITALIA, 60c. each; $6.00 Per Doz.; $50.00 Per 100.
Descriptive Circular of these and other grand new Cannas, by the same originator^ free
upon application to
R. W. CLUCA5,
501 & 503 West 13th Street, NEW YORK.
TELEPHONE CALL 403 18th STREET.
il DECORATIVE PLANTS.
LL^ • . . . SPRING DELIVERY . . .
We book orders now; giving extra favorable figures for immediate orders.
Cycas Revoluta Stems— Delivery February to May. True long leaved variety.
Write at once for prices.
Tree Fern Stems— Cyatheas and Dicksonlas. Have to be ordered in Australia by
February latest. Delivery, May. $1.00 per ft.
Aspidistra— Green or variegated ; leaves cut off. From 5 to 10 young shoots to the
clump ; to grow on for Summer. Delivery, March to May.
Orchids— From Central America and Mexico. Orders must be in by February 1st.
Tree Paeonias— Grand for Easter forcing. Delivery, .January to March.
IN STOCK FOR iniraeDIATE DELIVERV.
Fresh crop, PhCBnix Canariensis. 100 seeds, 50 cts. ; 1000 seeds, $3.50 ; delivered.
Eucharis Amazonica— 3x4 in. per 100, $1.00; per 1000, $7.50 delivei-y included
" —4x6 " " 1.25; " 10.00
Finest New Hybrid Gladioli— per 10, 1.00; per 100, 8.00
Strong roots, Cannas, Austria and Italia, each $1.25; per 10, $10.00;
Surplus Auratum, Rubum, Album. For immediate application, stating number of
bulbs wanted, extra inducements.
. . . NOVEI.TIES . . .
Physalis Franehetti— Send 25 cts. tor picture taken fro
plant, 50 cts.
Lygodium Japonicum— Finest climbing Fern, better than Smilax, most beautiful vivid
green ; invaluable for Florists. Try it. Trial Plant, 50 cts. delivered.
H. H. BERGER & CO., San Francisco, Gal.
iture. Price, strong
Ready to shift from 2 inch pots.
Blechnum occidentale, P. senalatacrlstaladensll
rterls major, P. Aibo lineata.
P. adlantoldes, Adiantom cuneatum,
P. serrulata, Adiantom pnbesceiig,
P. serrulata cristata, Onychlum .laponk-um.
At *25.00 per 1000 ; 83 00 per 100.
Complete list of all ferns on application. Terms cash.
BRADLEY REDFIELD, Glenside, Pa-
Eucharls Amazonicai A splendid lot for sate
at extremely low prices, as follows: Small bulbs.
ll.oO per 100; medium size bulbs. $1.00 per 100; flue
large bloomlne bulbs. *8.00 per 100.
L.atanla Borbonlcii. in ane c^irdition. from
4 inch pots, $2.00 per dox.; 5 inch pots. $5.00 per doz..
$40 00 per 100. 5 to tt leaves; 6 inch pots. $10.00 per doz
$75.00 per 100. e to 7 leaves; 6 inch pots, $12.00 per
dot. $100 00 per 100. 7 to 8 leaves.
Keiitia Belmoreaoa and PorBterUna. fine
plKUtBL 4 inch pots. $36.00 per 100 ; 5 Inch potfl. $75.00
Pbcenlx reclinata* strong plants, 5 inch pots
$50.00 per 100 ; 6 Inch pots. $75.00 per 100.
Coco« Weddellana, fine, from 3mch pots. $3.00
Areca Lutescena, 4 inch pots. $25 00 per 100.
Araucarlaa. 5 inch pots, about 12 to 14 inches
nigh. $12 00 per doi.
FicuHElaBtlca,5in. pots. 15 In. high. $36.00 per 100
„" " fi " ■• flneplaots. 5000 " *'
Ferns, assorted ; splendid stock from 2M in. pois.
$i.50perl00. "* ^ '
Cas'i or satisfactory reference.
JOHN BADER, Allegheny City, Pa.
WHEN WRITINO HCNTION THC rLORISTS* EXCHANOt
600 Good strong bulbs just through blooming
WILL TRADE FOR SMALL FERNS
Rooted Cuttings SCOTT CARNATIONS
Will trade for MoGOWAN and
ALASKA or other good whites.
ELLIOTT & ULAM, - CHESWICK, PA.
WHENWRmWGMFWnOW-Hg PU>RtyT'e EirCHfl^"'^-
SPECIALTIES FOR THE TRADE.
Inches. 100
Azalea, own roots, bushy 8- 8 $10 00
Maenolla Fnscata. 1 13-16 12 00
stookyand well branched.. 1 18-20 16 00
Olea Fragrans, " "...13-16 12 00
„ " ^, " "...18-20 16 00
Oranges and Lemons, best vars., 1 10-12 26 00
grafted on Trifoliata, bushy. | 15-18 40 00
Oranges, Otahelte, bushy 8-10 8 00
Marechal Nlel Roses, strong.* "field
grown, budded on Manetti. a-4
feet $125.00 per lUOO 16 00
Marechal Niel Roses, strong, 18-24
Inches $100.00 per 1000 12 00
Sonpert, FaTle and Illgnonette
Roses, on own roots, $60.00 per 1000 7 OO
Ficus Elastlca lo 20 00
Biota Aurea Nana 8-10 15 fO
" -12 20 00
I.atania Borbonlca, 3-4 character
leaves. 4 in. pots -12 20 00
Oocos (reddellana, fine plants. 3
In. pots 6-8 16 00
Pandanos UtIIls, 4 in. pots. -12 20 00
Phcenix Canariensis, and Reoll-
nata, 3 in. pots -12 12 00
Phoenix Reclinata, Leonensisand
Sylvestris. well formed, 4 in. pots 12-16 26 00
PhainiiSylve»tris.veryflne,6in." 18-20 40 00
Paiking at cost. Above rates do not apply to
less than 60 of a sort. Send for trade list. Address
P. J. BERCKMANS, Augusta, Ca.
STUOER OFFERS
I)ECt»K.\TIVE IM.ANTS. For full de-
of December 12th and I'.tUi. 1S90. reVpectlvely.'
n?.'.'i^£'^'lT,?,"« "pecimen plants of I^ATANIA
BOKBOMCA, fromainch pots..at fS.OOeach.
ASPIDISTRAS, with. 1 feet long leaves.m-etD,
5 cents : variegated. 10 cents, each leaf.
For Immediate nee or to btow on for Raster or
Sprlnn.
CROTON9. Fine Tarietles, from l^i. 4 and 5
Inch pots, 75 cents, H.60 and 12.00 per dozen.
OTAHEITE ORANGES, with fruit, from («
Inch potB, 25 and 30 oeniB each ; 3. iH aid 5 Inofi
prtt plants, without fruit, will be in bloom by Easter
J.'i cents. tl.60 and »2.eo per doien.
Sprlnnand Summer bloomlni/ Climbers will also be
„ hloombT Easter. A I.I.AItl A NBA, ri.EltO-
BENDRON and BOIIGA IN VII.LKA. tYll
plants, from 3 and i'i Inch pots. tl.5(l and 12.00
I beautiful new hardy pink CANDYTrFT,
2« Inch pots, tw cents per doien.
If'ES^a'id all sorts of BEDDING PL ANTS
OA8H WITH ORDER, PLEASE.
N. STUDER, Anacostia, D. C.
WHETN WRITING MtNTIONTHE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
60
JOHN GONLEY & SON,
TIN FOII.,
S and i Dominlck Street,
NEW YORK,
The F=i-orists' Exchange.
STANDARD ♦ POTS
We are now ready to supply a superio'
quality of Pots in unlimited quantities
Catalogues and price lists furnished ot
application.
A. H. HEWS & CO.,
*iORTH CAMBRIDGE. • MASS
Staodafil PolL....
"°°Fo?sh'ppi„J''°'"'""' KELLER BROS.
Special AttPi ' ~'
Orders. .
Price Lists Fnrnislii
/HEN WRrriNG MENTION 1
Norrlstown, - Pa,
on Application.
STANDARD FLOWER POTS.
fl " S2 00 Saucers ^ price of pots
LO per cent. ofTforcaitb with order P.O.B.
t Fort Edwnj-d. Send for price list of HauKln*
, Jardlnlerea, Seed Puns and
VaseB. Garden
Hlinnffer Bros., ManTra. Fort Edward, N. T.
Neponset Flower Pots
of Waterproof Paper, are sold
as follows:
TermB~Net_caBh wLch order. If ordered shipped by
F. W. BIRD & SONS, JHanufacturers.
Address orders to our General Agents*
August Rolker & Sons
New York. P. O. Station E.
or E. & I. FASaUHAS li CO., Boston,, Uase. Eiitera Aeest
TO
TAKE
PLACE
OF
WIND
MILLS
The DElAMiTER-RiDER and the DELiMiTER-
ERICSSOH HOT-AIR PUMP.IHQ ENGINES
Grand Rapids, Mich.
The second annual meetlnar of the Flor-
ists' Club was held, January 5, and officers
were re-elected with the exception of the
treasurer, James Schols. The officers now
are: President, Henry Smith; vice-presi-
dent, William Cunningham ; secretary.
N. B. Stover; treasurer, Henry Van Vel
den ; press reoorter, Wencel Cuklerski.
George F. Crabb, chairman of the com
mittee, announced that the annual ban-
quet will be held in the Eagle Hotel,
on the evening of January 26, with the
Hon. Charles W. Garfield as toastmaster
Short speeches will be expected from each
member, and music and recitations will
be provided for from the treasury.
With a few important changes, the
schedule ot the last show was recom-
mended. A few variations were suggestfd
in bush chrysanthemums, and more miv-
cellaneous Bowers will be exhibited. The
roses will be shown by name rather than
by color alone.
The treasurer's report showed $44 87 col-
lected during the year, with $29 47 remain
ing in the treasury. Mr. Crabb annonnred
that at the next meeting of the Club,
January 19, a change will be recommended
in the by laws, suggesting that before tht
report of the next chrysanthemum show
shall he sent to the trade. It shall meet the
approval of the exhibitors. Mr. Crabb
brought some fine specimens of seedling
carnations, and Mr. Stover a handsome
collection of carnations.
St. Joseph, Mo.
The florists all seem to be well pleased
with Christmas trade. Prices ranged
about the same as last year's, and the
supply was about equal to the demand.
One or two were short on roses and violets.
Romans and narcissus were plentiful ;
Beauty scarce. Sales on Christmas green
and trees fell below last year; the town
was flooded with the latter, and loads of
them were unsold. Holly, as usual, sold
Trade during the week kept np very
well, but on New Year's the demand was
rather light. Plant sales were not so
good as last year. X Y.
E ."^nPER reports that Christ mso and
New Year's trade was splendid. Ewa'd
Suder has added another green house,20xlOO
feet.
STOTTS' FIR TREE OIL SOJIP
For kllllnelnaec
end.Tsenient of i
costly, requiring i
It is not
1 Ballon of
edsmen In
Philadelphia. ChlcaKo,
ClevelHnd. Ohio, and San 1
Newa.k. New Jor.o,. J. C. PIERSON
Tt ooBtt 4 oentt for s&cb 6
DoM not tajnra tht mott iniiHIv, pUots, Ewtoried
Nikoteen
ly prominent florlBta. Tied for fumigation or spraying
iDdoori or oat. 200 ponnda of tobacco In one pint of
NUoteen. Boldtij ieedsmen. CircaUrfreo. BEABCURA
SIP 00., OHIOAaO. .
Mq[uiekiyMooesi«^it--4toi
any helRht and distance. Simple, safe and free
from care. The only attention required is to
start a fire and keep it burning. Any kind otfutl
They are supplantinc wind mills everywhere, as
well as Bteam and hand pumiis, rams and all other
means of supplyinu water. Hot Am PuMi-lNti
Knoinks possess advantages over all of them.
Send for catalogue to ,
TIIK DELA.mVTKR IKON -WOKKS,
46T West llrnadway. New Vork City. [
KHOf VrTIHO MENTION THE FtORISTS- EXCHANGC
STANDARD
FLOWER POTS
In any quantity, and of the best
quality.
Get ray price list before ordering
elsewhere.
W. H. ERNEST,
Station M, N. E., WASHINGTON, D. C.
"AHCN WRITING MENTION THE F
Butted Glass
This is no longer an experiment, i'
ere are various ways of making Bu
i Roots, hut the
Clipper Bar.
With this bar you can make a root that is absolutely free
from drip, and (rlass cannot be torn out by the wind. Butted
glass makes a tight roof, a warm house and saves fuel. It
lasls lonirer, looks better and costs hss than the old-fashioned
roc.f. But do not think that this is the only bar we sell, for
it is not ; we furnish what people want and there is nothinfr
in greenhouse material that you cannot ge
of open-air-dried Cypress clear ot bright ;
knots and all other detects.
eVERV FI.ORIST OUGHT TO
Satisfied Wdh Results.
your valued paper. Tlie returns in our somewhat
For pirtlonUrs address
lOIING. EriLER.Seo'y.Saddleaiver.N.J.
pecnhar position in endeavoring to mtrodnce ii
comparatively uew article were more than could be
WHEN WHirmG MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
Chicago. May 29, '96.
■tSLia.€Lsk.ir€L
'lo'iwr^r
*ots.
. and upwards, have
Sand «or our New Pric* List with •ilra discounts. All our Pots,
our Patent Elcslslor Bottom, which is a great advantage, as it insures perfect d
A FULL L,INE OF BULB PANS.
THE WHILLDIN POTTEEY CO., 713 to 719 VTharton Street, PHILADELPHIA,
BRANCH HO. o-.^; i Jackson
FLOWER POTS^-
We nre Manufacturing a Full Line of
STANDARD FLOWER POTS and HANGING BASKETS
OF THE BEST QUALITY.
Shipping Facilities First-Ciass, thereby Securing Lowest Freight Rates.
Our goods are well packed, and breakage is nominal. Give us a trial. Send for Price List.
Address THE SYRACUSE POTTERY CO., 403 N. StLINt ST., SYRACUSE, N. Y.
THE JOHN J. PETERS
PULVERIZED
A Quick Germinator
and Crop Forcer.
FACTORYl
Little Ferry, New Jersey.
OFFICEl
Long Island City, New Yorjf.
NATURAL. ODORLESS
COMPANY
COMPRESSED
Beats Every Chemical
Fertilizer on Earth.
Pure Sheep Fertilizer
permanently improves
the soil.
Matures the largest and
best crops. Quick and
lasting in its action.
CLEAN TO HANDLE.
THE BOSTON FLORIST
Manufacturer
FLORISTS
LEIIERS.
LETTER CO
DimeDsJoDS of tbis box.
ml varnished, 18x30x1
first order c "
etters, U CO
nhlH wooden box nicely Stan
Block Letters, \H or 2 Inch size, per 100, » 00 Sci
Patent Fastener with each letter or word.
N. F. McCarthy, Treasurer and Manager,
aotory, 13 Green Street, BOSTON, MASS. Office, 84 Hawley Street
Jan. i6, 1897.
Thb F=i-orists* Exchange.
LORD & BURNHAM CO.,
HORTICULTURAL ARCHITECTS AND BUILDERS,
SXKA9I AP«D HOX liVAXHR UCAXING BNGIPiKHRS.
Plans and Estimates furnished on application.
EBEEIHOUSE HE|ITI|lli m VE|ITIL|ITI|II!.
Horticultural Architecture and Building.
pitching^^Go
ESTABLISHED 1644.
233 Mercer Street, NEW YORK
FIVE PATTERNS OF BOILERS.
NINETEEN SIZES,
I'eifect Sash Baising ipparatus.
4RCH1TECTTJKAI. OFFICE, 160 FIFTH AVE., COR. 21»t STREET, NEW YORK.
Factom Irvlnarton.on.IlndsoD, New York. Mention paper
luses, Etc., of Iron
erected complete
^Vork ship-
ped ready for <
Iron Frame Benches with the
'Perfect Drainage Bench Tile'
•AC.1-, FOR ICLUSTRAXEO CAXAUOGVE.
For Greenhouses, Conserratories,
Graperies, Hotbeds and all other
purposes, at Lowest Rates.
N. COWEN'S SON 392 & 394 West Broadway, New York.
FormerlT 1S4 and 156 So. Fifth Avenae.
Oet our Figures before buffing Olaaa. - • . Ettimates freely Gi»e».
GLASS!
GLASS!
Mung Fire.
Have had very satiafactory results from my adver
tisement considering hard times. Thought at first
I would not get any returns but tbe advertiFement
only " hung fire " a while and Ihen went ofl' with a
good report, as it seems always sure to do.
C. M.GROSSMAN.
Wolcottville. Ind., Oct. 3, 1896.
IF" YOXT W^AT«JX
GOOD SASH LIFT
For a Very Uttle Money Oet
For Descriptive Catalogue Send to
). CARMODY, Evansvllle, Ind.
i VALVES,
FITTINGS
AND
VENTILATING
APPARATUS.
cornwEzz-
WIJ.COX CO.,
Newburgh, N.Y.
Mention paper.
For Glaring Greenbouses. A sub-
stitute for putly. Superior in everv wav.
M ASTICA and MASTICA GLAZING
MACHINES were given HietaeBt Award of
S. A. F. at Pittaburg . Address tor circular,
F. 0. PIERCE CO., 170 Fulton St., H. Y.
Sole Manufacturers.
Srass' Inproved Chllenge.
LBNOB the :
Write f
before placing your
Quaker City Machine Co.,
BIOUMOND, IND.
CNTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGl
SUMMER IN WINTER
By Usini;
Standard Greenhouse Boilers
One cent gets onr Catalogue,
GIBLIN & CO.. - Dtica, N. Y.
Modern Greenhouse
Heating.
One of our boilera, 10,880 feet of two
inch pipe, and sixty tons of coal will heat
22,400 feet of glass (four 20x200 feet
double prable houses ) to fi.5 degrees in
coldest Winter weather ; they have done
it, and will do it for you — we guarantee
it. Our boilers are not only the best of
their kind, but the best made. They have
the largest "firebright" direct surface,
are the easiest cleaned, handled and set
up ; and from engineering facts, they are
the ideal frictionless, economical water
heating boilers of our day.
Plenty's Horticultural Works,
148-156 Randolph, Ave.,
JERSEY CITY, N. J.
JOHN H JACKSON
M BROS. Established 1825
nORKN Bnlii OfflM. ti Tiiinn AVR.. AI.RANV. N. V_
Manufacturer of and
■ ' d Sewer Pipe Red Pressed 1
0\ea Tile Chimney and Flue Lining. Chimnev '
Clay sto\e Pipe, Fire Clay. Kaolin, Encaustic Side
Tile Rosendale and Portland Cement, Lime. Plaster,
GLASS
FOR GREENHOUSES, CONSERVATORIES, GRAPERIES. HOTBEDS AND
AND FLORISTS' USE GENERALLY. AT LOWEST RATES.
L. HKRRIS St SON.
497 W. BROADWAY, NEW YORK. 89 LIBERTY ST.. NEW YORK
mt. Homton .nd Binekir Sti. B«l. Brotdw.; iid Cliiirek Ut.
t
CALIFORNIA RED CEDAR
A. DIETSCH J GO. 619 Sheffielil Avenue, CHICAGO.
RED CEDAR AND CYPRESS GREENHOUSE MATERIAL
WHEN WRITINS MENTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHANGE
1
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•l(ns.
2744 Franklin Ave., ST. LOUIS, MO.
CflAS.G.FLECKENSTEIN,
Wholesale Flowers,
1323 Pine street,
...ST. LOUIS, MO.
C. W. MTORS,
Wholesale Florist,
313 N. LEFFINOWELL AVENUE,
ST. I.OVIS, MO.
PrrTE BOSES— Shipped carefully to all
parts of the country.
A Profitable Convenience ^
DELlv"lR;^A''sTIJfATl'oV"A'V;;!SSl'-el^n'd"u«p?t''o'!
date Florist WANTED IN EVERY CITY for
correspondent. For particulars, apply to
C. B. -WHITPKAI.!., Box 87,
MILWAUKEE. WIS.
WHEN W*mHa MIimON THC FLOdirrs- CXCHAHOC
Ellis & Pollworth .
IF YOU NEED
WIRE WORK
It Would Pay You to Get
Our BUYERS GUIDE
Before Ordering. . . .
X
OUR SPECIALT1 IS TO SUPPLY A
THINO IN THE FLORISTS' LINE.
YOUNG ROSE, CHRYSANTHEMUM and CARNATION
STOCK NOW READY. SEND
FOR COMPLETE LIST. . .
we are^WESTERIs^AGENTS p^^^ CamOt ROSC. SEND FOR PRICES
SHEEP FERTILIZER
PULVERIZED, $1.25 Per 100 lbs, write for special prices
NATURAL, $1.00 Per 100 lbs. in large quantities. . .
ELLIS & POLLWORTH,
^ Box 75, Milwaukee, Wis,
PALMS, FERNS, CUT FLOWERS,
WIRE WORK, and all Supplies,
"The Dahlia."
By Laurence K. Peacock. A practical
Treatise that should be catalogued by every
seedsman and florist offering Dahlias for
Carnations = Cut Blooms
Of all Leading Varieties, $160 per 100.
Short White, $1.00 per 100.
.Special prices on large quantities.
Smilax— No. I at 15 cents.
EVENDEN BROS.,Williamsport,Pa.
E. G. HILL & CO.,
Wholesale Florists, ♦
RICHMOND, INDIANA. «
I MKwnow Twg wxjammnr ctcmangc
f UT SMILAX
^^J 10 cts. per String
THE NATIONtL PLANT CO.,
DAYTON, O.
M. RICE &CO.,
Importers and Manufacturers of
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
25 N. 4th St., Philadelphia, Pa.
NEW FALI. CATALOGUE NOW READY.
Have Your Collections Made
^WEI^CH BROXHERS,
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES
JOHN C. NEVER & CO.,
87 Summer Street. BOSTO^, MA»8., IT. S. A.
! Beacon Street. - BOSTON.
WRITIHQ MENTION THC fLORISTa'
S 1 .75 or of $3.00
$5.00 or of $5.75
SlO.OOor of $|0.50
bhiivestiheiitof
flu IIIVESTIllEllToF
S5.
W INVESTPIEUT OF
$10.0
Hq Iqvestnieiit of
$l4.50or of $(g.00
Or $20, or $86, or $27,50, or $4|,
Or more if you wish, In a
STOCK SET OF
ID'S MISTS' mmm
WILL PAY I
DAN'L B. LONG, Publisher, BUFFALO.
Before purohasinp tend for free sample aod oatalOKua
and compare with aoy other letter on the market^
For aale by all Florlits' Supply Dealers.
Perfect Flower Pot
Rmdle and Haneer
for lifting
TOBACCO STEMS
75 Cts. per ICO lbs.
Bales weigh aboat 450 lbs.
THE BEST kSD STRONfiEST BUST BE FRKSH,
MadtBon Ave.. N. Y.
W.C.KRICK, 1287 Broadway, Brooklyn,N.Y.
64
The F=i-orists* Exchange.
OUR GANNA COLLECTION WILL BE INCOMPLETE
To see it will rivet
tlie -WANT
YA:,SI'Sff •"■• WITHOUT THE NEW VARIEGATED VARIETY
Seutl for Circular and Colored C£ ■ ^% ■ l^l %A# ■ ■ ■ "IF ^" 93 Strong Plants, ready Feb. 15th, 75c. each;
■ — — IC^ JP4I\I WW t"!! I B_ $7.50 per dozen; $50.00 per 100
Plate, if not yet received. . . . %0 \^ I I iW Wwlll ■ ■■ ■ 0»sli or Satisfactory Etfsrsiues rum Unknown Corrospondonts.
Remember it is thoroughly tested, and its future as a decorative bedder and pot plant is as bright as the morning.
OR1GI1T.A.TEID .A.3srx) insTTROXSTJCEiD B-z" J" O H MT "W H IT? EI . lESll^ctloetls., 3Sr. jr.
^*1 ■ » "^ ■ i^ Small Fruits.
All old and new varietine. Extra quality. Warran-
ted true. Ln.r^^t rat^K. Descriptive Catalopue Free.
T. S. ntlBBARI) CO., FIIEDONIA, N. Y.
3f some Grand New Be-
llas, New Abutllons, and a New Dwarf
Lible Fuchsia. Correspondence solicited.
Ventura by the Sea, California.
I THE n.ORI«T'« CXCHANOE
50,000 SMI LAX, S^r?oS"i4?e°r
woo. 'From 2 In. pot». 11.60 per 100, $13.00 per 1000.
Geranlnma, 2 In pols. t3.50 per lOO, $20.00 per 1000.
Hydrans eii , :un.. dormant, $5.00 per 100. Send for
Samples. Cash with the order.
FRED. BOERNER, Cace May City, N.J.
■HtH wMTim MermoN the florists- cxchanu
... CINERARIAS ...
Do you want the best strain on eartb? We are
the largest growers in the country; we grow noth-
ing but the or«am. 3 loch, $4.00 per 100.
4 •• 7.00 "
California Violet Runners 1.00 "
WHITTON & SONS, ^''itfeet..''" Utica, H. Y.
VVtaolesale Florists.
Giant and Dwarf Double Alyssum.
Lantana, Dwan. Vellow orange.
Dwarf Blue Ageratum,
GUphea, -'^^ "> Po's- »200 per 100.
R.VINCENT, Jr., S SON, White Marsh, Md.
: FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
Qeraniunis=|B3??rr^i
Glorle ae France, m separate colors,
out of 2 in. pots, «i' per 100; $18.00 per 1000.
0. O. D. tiy express. Also a few thoi]
EDWARD LiPPE, - Woodlawn, N. Y. City.
A SPLENDID STOCK OF
Alternanlhera P. M.
From a'j in. pots. $2.5oper loo; $20 per 1000.
WM. SCOTT CARNATIONS. -Clean stock,
$10.00 per 1000. Also
Violets, Pansies. Ferns, Aspidistras,
WAVERLYGREENHOUSEVruckahoe.N.Y.
WHEN WRITINQ MENTION THE FIORISTS-
ROOTED CUTTINGS
COLEUS, 50 of the best kinds at 60 cts. per 100
$5.00 per 1000.
FEVERFEW, Little Gem, $1.50 per 100.
PARIS DAISIES, white and yellow, $1.00 per 100.
GERANIUMS, leading sorts, $1. .50 a 100; Silaiooo
MME. SALLEROI. $1.25 per 100 ; $io.oi per looo.
Satisfaction 6ueranteed.
C.A.HARRIS&CO.,Delanson,N.Y.
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA.
DEPARTHENT OF AGRICULTURE
HAOISTER
SEASON 1897. 1
Trade List of Select Z
f FLOWER SEEDS, |
^ SPRING BULBS AND SUNDRIES, T
X Just issued and mailed to .-ipplicants ; send X
I August RoTkerl Sons,^lE''«4*.i''lt.. |
J p. O. station E, NEW TOKK. J
i MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE WHeHWIimNa
LITTLE BEAUTY
FUCHSIA.
The best eellerever introduced. Has no equal
as a money maker; begins to bloom profusely
in February. Strong plants from 2H in- POts,
$5.00 per 100.
GERANIUMS.
Silver Clond, MoMabon, Happy Thought,
SJ^in. pots, $4.00 per 100,
Mrs. Pollock, from 2% in. pots, $6.00 per 100.
Da Favorite, the only good white, 25^ in. pots,
$4.00 per 100.
BEGONIAS.
Rex, C. l. Erdody, 2H in. pots. $7.00 per 100.
•• in variety, 2ii in. pots, $5 00 per 100.
The goods are all ready to shift into 3 and 4
in. pots. Strictly cash with order.
LINCOLN I. NEFF, FLORIST,
0010 Butler St., PITTSBURG, PA.
100,000 VERBENAS
Fine pot plants, $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1000. Rooted Cuttings, $1.00 per 100; $8.00 per 1000.
•»! NO RUST OR TU^ILDEini »
Packed light and satisfaction g:uaranteed. Send for circular.
iVe are the lareest growers of Verbenas In the country. Our plants cannot be surpassed,
;,rp'ir J. I*. DII^LON, Bloomsburg, Pa.
II
LEMATIS ^_
ARNATIONS
HRYSANTHEMUMJ
For special prioes addrees
G.EISELE.IIthS Jefferson Sts.PhJla. Pa.
WHEN WRITING MENTION 1
COLEXJS.
, Ciolden Medder, the leaders, f
i, strong, well rooted cuttings. M
ieties, at $5.- "" — - '■"'■ ••
ine-halfwith
Cash with orde
der balance C. O. D.
GHAS. L. MARSHALL, Lowell, Mass.
20,000 VERBENA Cuttlngs.-3o improved vari
eties, no rust or mildew, strong, well rootec
and thrifty, labeled true, 75 cents per 100,
postpaid ; $6.00 per 1000, by expresi
8000 EMPRESS OF CHINA, well-rootec
Theneweverbloomingh '
pink CLIMBING ROSE.
rose for the retail trad.. , ^_. ._., _^
mail, postpaid ; $17 ^o per 1000, by express.
SATISFACTION titJARANTEED.
A. B. OAVIS & SON,
(Near Washington, D. C.) PtlRCELLVILLE, V«
rooted cuttings.
, . pple blossom
Immensely popular
TXT'.
Largest Stock in the Country.
All goods up to date, and of
superior quality.
Send tor Illustrated Catalogue.
H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.,
56 N. FOURTH STREET, PHILADELPHIA, PA.
HEN WRITING MENTION THE
Floiists' SDpmieii.
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I NEW ASPARAGUS SPRENCERI
new plant introduced by 1
Price, 2« Inch
recognized
12. $25.00 pir
novelties
$2.00 per 12, $12 00 p
CANNAS Italia and Austria at low prices. i
HavluK a large stock of these Cannas now we can reduce the price for Italia to $1.00 each, or T
$10 00 per 12:and for Austria, 75 cts. each. $8.00 per 12 or $50.00 per 100. J
Send tor List of Novelties for Florists. New Cannas. New Roses. T
Jardinieres and Flower Pots. We are selling out a stock of $5000 worth at Just one- T
half list prices. f^ BLANC & CO., Philadelphia, Pa. S
, MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCH»NO»
IF YOU HAVE NOT COT ONE, SEND FOR ONE.
WHAT?
GRALLERT & CO.'S
CARNATIONS
VIOLETS . .
. . NEW . .
TRADE LIST OF
CHRYSANTHEMUIVIS
PELARGONIUMS . .
COLMA,- SAN MATEO CO., CALIFORNIA
/ £^ When WRirma mention the florists* cxchangc
Btock of C. L. Lorife'sdorf.
Floradale, County t
50.000 PEACH JoVsftric
C. L. LONGSDORF, Floradale, Pa.
MY .USINE55 "'""'"' '^''^
year-
i>.. ,ase you caauot buy better or cheaper than ol
A. HERRMANN, 404-412 E. 34th St., New York, near Ferry
MANUFACTURER OF METAL FLORAL DESIGNS, IMPORTER AND DEALER IN FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.
Write for Catalogue. Free to the trad*.
THE JEKMIKOS STRAIIX Of
Finest American Gro'wn Panalea.
Pine plants from onld frames, 75 ota. per luO
y mall ; $4 00 per 1000 by express.
SEED of above strain $1.00 per pkt. of 8600
!eds ; $6.00 per oz.
. 0. JENNINGS,'"'l'5l," Southport, Conn.
SHOWER OP THE FINEST PANSIBS.
WHEN WRITINQ MENTION THE FLO ISTS- EXCHANal
OIGANTIC
NEW GlllFOIINIIN DIISV
(Chrysanthemum frutesceus giganteum)
Individual flowers of this superb variety ■
neasure 3M inches in diameter. Was awarded
Irsl-class Certificate by New Jersey Floricul-
;ural Society, November, 10th, 1896. Beady
'..r distribution March 1st, 1897.
Price in 2 inch pots $1.76 per doz.
" 3 " 2.26
GARRETT & ROSE,
200 West Side Ave. JERSEY CITY. N. J
VERBENA KINO
600,000 Rooted Verbena Cuttings, the finest
per 100 ; $5.50 per 1000 ; 6000 for $25.00 ; 10,000 tor
$45.00, express prepaid No Rust or Mildew.
Satisfaction guaranteed in every way. We are
the largest Verbena growers in the world.
C. HUMFELD, Clay Center, Kansas.
LOOK BOX I6S.
FeiilioosfiD ol SciieiiGiJlailii
Rooted Cuttings of the
dition, and is in shape to
ide can or will demand :
HELIOTROPE,
COLEUS, noe
AGERATUM, b
FUCHSIAS, in
) at looo rates ; by t
J. E. FELTHODSEN, Schenectady, N. Y.
vigorous plant,
A WEEKLY MEDIUM OF INTERCHANGE FOR FLORISTS, NURSERYMEN, SEEDSMEN AND THE TRADE IN CENERAU
YOL IX. NO. 4.
NEW YORK, JANUARY 23, 1897.
One Dollar Per Year.
A BIG DROP
Extra Fine Sample Berlin and Hamburg Pips, in cases of 2,500,
TTUBEROUS BEGONIAS, single, separate, $25.00 per thousand ; mixed,
$23.50 per thousand.
FLORISTS' FLOWER SEEDS and all SPRING BULBS now ready. See
our new Wliolejale Catalogue. A copy mailed free to all Florists upon
request.
LATANIA BORBONICA.
Of this exceedingly popular Palm we have an exceptionally fine stock in
S inch pots, which we offer for immediate delivery, at $25.00 per 1000.
WHITE ORCHID FLOWERS.
For the next four to six weeks we will have a fine supply of C(ELOGYNE
CRISTATA, which we offer in sprays containing from 7 to 10 flowers, at
lOcts. per flower.
PITCHER & MANDA, Short Hills, N. J.
JOHN N. MAY, Receiver.
WHtN WRrTINO MFNTION THE rLOHISTS" EXCHANQg
paEsiDEiJT emtnoT dose
This is haviojf an unprecedented sale. In order to make sure of j'our supply we advise
the early placing of orders. Orders booked now will be shipped as customers may desire— lirst
come, first served. $15.00 per 100 ; $126.00 per 1000.
TUBEROUS BEGONIAS.
Now Ready. Very finest strains of both. SINtil^E, 83.00 per 100; DOUBl,E, $8.00 per 100
GLOXINIAS.
Crasslfolla Erecta Hybrlda Grandiflora. We I
European growers a splendid lot of bulbs, which we
price. Let us have your order before they are gone.
price. Price, $4.00 per 100; $30.00 per 1000.
3 just received from one of the best
i enabled to offer at an unusually low
IB only cheap thing about them is the
LILY OF THE VALLEY.
man Pips $9.00 per 1000. Perl
est Berlin Pips $12.00 per 1000. Per (
NEW CROP TUBEROSE AND CALADIUM
BULBS r«0"W READY.
$1.00 per 100 J $7.60 per 1000.
a.OOperlOO.
e.OOperlOO.
JUST RECEIVED A NEW CONSIGNMENT OF
SPIR/EA ASTILBOIDES FLORIBUNDA.
We offer as long as unsold, tine clumps, $10.00 per 100 ; per case of 250 clumps, $20.00.
F^- R- PIERSOlSr CO.
TARRYTOWN-ON-HUDSON, NEW YORK.
PllMS
DEGORtTIVE PUNTS.
SEND FOR OUR
SPECIAL LOW OFFER
: MENTION THE FLORISTS-
OUR PRICE LIST OF
Will be found on Pages 27, 28 and 29, of
the FLORISTS' EXCHANGE, January 9.
/^UR Asters are grown for us by the leading- European Aster seed
^^ grower, and the results obtained from our seed will prove true to
variety and color.
Semple's Superb Strain, Long Stemmed Chrysanthemum
Aster, colors white or pink. Price per packet, 25c. ; per oz., $2.00.
Giant Comet Aster. Price per packet, 25c. ; per oz., $2.50.
"White Jewel or Ball Aster. Long sought for color of
this popular class. Price per packet, 35c.
Dwarf Pearl Tuberose Bulbs, 4 to 6 inches in cir.,
$7.50 per 1000.
Tuberous Rooted Begonias, sound stock, 6 colors,
separate, .$3.00 per 100.
Gloxinias, named varieties, §5. 00 per 100.
In Making Up Your Order Don't Fail to Include Some
this Season at
• oz., and 35 cts.
packet, containing
\M\ D[fl»HOIfill|ll[TT[ m
F.E.iocBiiiiiTEBrj:r::r6uorwtst.ii.y.
Rose Hill Nurseries.
THE LARGEST AND FINEST STOCK IN AMERICA.
ARBCA I.17XESCEJJS.-3H in. pote, busily, 12-15 in. high, $3.00 per doz.; $20 00 per 100.
4 in. pots, bushy, 18-30 in. high, $4.00 per doz.: »30 per 100. 6 in. pots, bushy, 20-22 in. high,
$6.00 perdoz.; »5il.03 per 100. 8 and 9 in. pots, bushy, 3 to 5 ft. high, $4.00, $5.00 and $6.00 each.
COCOS 'WEDDBL.IAN ^.— 3^ in. pots, extra flne, 5 and 6 leaves, $2 00 per doz.; $15.00^er
100. 3 in. pots, extra Hne, strong, $2.50 per doz.: $20.00 per 100. 3 in. pot«, extra flne, very
strong, selected, $3.50 per doz.; $25.00 per 100. 3K in. POts, extra flue, very strong, selected,
$4.00 per doz.
KENTIA BEL,1tIOREAI«A.— 5 in. pots, extra strong, bushy, 5 and 6 leaves, 18-20 in.
high, "5 cts. each : $8.00 per doz. 6 in. pots, heavy, 2 to 2H ft. high, $1.50 each ; $18.00 per
heavy, 3 to 2)^ ft. high, $3.00 each ; $24.00 per doz. 8 in. pots, 38 to 40 In.
) $6.00 each.
high, decorative size, $3.60 to 1
KENXIA EOR9XEIlIA]SA.-3
4 in. pots, 15 to 18 in. high, $4.50 per doz.; $35.00 per 100, 6 in. pots, 2 to 2H ft- high,
7 in. pots, 2 to 3!^ ft. high, $3.00 to $3.50 each.
I^AXASJIA BORB09(ICA.-4 in. pots, 10 to
6in. pots. perfect8pecimen9,7 to 9 leaves, $18.00 per doz. 7in,
leaves. $2.00 to $3.50 each.
HVISXOISA ROXUr«DIEOl,IA.-4 in. pots, 10 to 13
doz. 6 in. pots, 13 to 15 in. high, $1.50 each ; $18.00 per doz.
PHCENIX RECLINAXA.-6 in. pots,!15 to 18 in. high, $1
•100.
DttACENAS.-CIu variety.)
country. Open fur inspection,
and coloring.)
or exception
I per doz. 5 ir
K) each : $10.00 per doz.
■e have the grandest lot in the
pots, $6.00 per doz. (Colored
PERNS. EERNS. EER»J9.-lf you are going to buy. It will pay y(
of our ifrand stock. 2^ in. pots. In Ave varieties, $3.50 per 100 ; $30.00 per
pU Cordata Cotnpaota — The largest stock of this grand variety. 3 in. pots, flne stock
$15 00 per 10). 6 In. pots, fine speolmens. 15 to 18 in. high, $4.00 per doz.; $36.00 r
Klg»nteuni.-4 in. pots, $35.00 f
EICWS El,.*.SXIC A.-6 In. pots, $-50.00 per 100 ; 7 i
^"All measurements taken from top of pots.
J per doz.; $36.0(1 per 100. Pterl»
pots, $5.00 per doi. 6 lu. pots, 66o. en
pots, $75.00 per lOa
vholesale list, giving description of all
soon. Do not order till yo
Write, Telegraph or Telephone us and our Carriage will meet you.
SIEBRECHT & SON.
N y. Offiok:
NEW ROCHELLE, N. Y.
laCNTION T»l VVORiaTS- UCHANOC
66
Thi
F=I-ORISTS' EXCHHNGB.
BOXJITD XO CrRO^RT
Under tbe Host Adverse Circnmstances.
Petunia, Single Large Flowering, Mixed.
" Single Large Flowering, Fringed,
Mixed.
" Double Large Flowering, Mixed.
" Double Large Flowering, Fringed,
Mixed.
Each of above in trade pkts., at BOc. and $1.00.
Trade pkl. Oz.
Petnnla, Fine Mixed $0 15 JO BO
" Choice Mixed, Striped
and Blotched 25 1 00
" Dwarf Inimitable, Mixed,
Star Petunia 25 2 00
Salvia splenaens, select stock,. 25 150
Verbena, Elliott's Mammoth, Mixed 25 1 75
Mlkoteen, the coming insecticide, pint bottles,
$1.60.
VaporlzlnK Pans tor Nikoteen, $1.10 each;
^VII^LIAIII ELLIOTT &' SONS, NEW YORK.
Write
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHANGE
I Live Sphagnum Moss and Orchid Peat
[ BEST QUALITY.
For Prices, etc., address,
Bernhard Lapp, New Providence, N. J.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
► ♦♦»»♦♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦
I SPECIAL LOW PRICES I
ON ALL... W«^<«i«^rk- l-C< 4 IKc; ...PLANTS
Spring Bulbs
F. W. 0. SCHMITZ, ETC., etc. jerseY CITY, N. J.*
►♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»♦♦»♦♦♦••♦♦•♦♦♦♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦»
Gladiolus Shakespeare
For Forcing.
§5.00 per 100; §40.00 per 1000.
CHAS. H. ALLEN, Floral Park, N. Y.
:GET THE BEST=
ASTER SEED
of the celebrated SeiTiple Aster, separate colors, pink
and white, also mixed. Seed well cleaned, plump and good.
Crop of 1S96. For sale in anv desired quantity by
JAMES SEMPLE, Box 2, BELLEVUE, PA.
Single Begonia Bulbs
in separate colore
TimerosGs
HULSEBOSCH BROS., Englewood, N. J.
00, $2.50 ; per
-the Pearl, Ai. Per
000, §7. Allothe
bulbs on hand.
k for price list.
REED FOR FLORIST^
Clematis Panlcnlata, 500 seeds 25c
Ampelopsls Veltchii, pkt. 10c.; oz 25c
Perennial PUlox, new vars. mixed; pkt.. 10c
Vinca Alba and Roses, 500 seeds.,
WATER LlilES-
Nymphosa Devoniensis (red), 600 seeds. . . 16c
Dentata (white), 500 seeds.... 15c
Zanzibarensl8(blue), SOOseeds 15o
One Packet Each of the Above, $ | ,00.
All Kinds of Hardy Aquatic Plants.
tS~ Send for List.
EDW. S. SCHMID,
718 13th St., N. W., WASHINGTON, D. C.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
TDBESODS BEGOVIH SEEDS
All Colors. Fringed and Franrant.
BEGONIA VERNON PLANTS.
6 Varieties, 84.00 per 100. Now
Ready for SlilppiiiK.
BEGONIA ERFORDII.
Ready Marcb let, S6.00 per 100.
OASIS NURSERY CO.,
NEW CROP
VERBENA SEEO
Very large (lowers, liandsorae, showy,
bright colors only.
Large trade pkt., $1.00; ounce, $3.00.
Fresh Flower Seed for Florists
MOORE & SIMON,
FLOWER SEED GROWERS,
PHILADELPHIA, PA.
DREER'S RELIABLE FLOWER SEEDS!
A FEW OF OUR LEADING SPECIALTIES FOR PRESENT SOWING
Trade pkt. Oz.
AGERATUM, Cope's Pet $0.16 $0.40
ALYSSUM, Little Gem 10 .30
Tom Thumb 10 .25
AMPELOPSIS Veitchii 10 .20
ASTER, Pseony Perfection, white 40 2.00
•• " pink. ■/>««/>
.40 2.00
Aster, Paeony Perfection finest mix $0 30$loO
" Comet Giant White 50 2 oO
" finest mixed 40 2 00
" Victoria, white 50 2 2o
" " pink 50 2 25
" " scarlet 50 2 25
indigo 50 2 25
light blue 50 2 25
•* ' finest mixed
Trade pkt. Oz.
Aster, Queen of the Market, fine
early white with long stems. ..$0.25 $1.00
BEGONIA Vernon 50
CANDYTUFT, Empress 10 .25
CARNATION Marguerite, mixed 30 1.25
CENTAUREA Candidissima, per 1000
seeds,25c 1.00
Gymnocarpa, 1000 seeds, 20c. . . .50
CINERARIA Maritima 10 .25
COB/CA Scandens 15 .40
DRAC/ENA Indivisa 15 .40
GERANIUM, Apple scented, true, per
100 seeds, 25c
GREVILLEA Robusia 16 .60
LANTANA.mixed 10 .25
LOBELIA Speciosa 80 .75
Crystal Palace Campacta,
true 50 2.50
MAURANDYA mixed 30 1.25
VERBENA, Mammoth i
) seeds SI 60
Trade pkt Oz
MIGNONETTE Machet select stock |0 16 $0 60
MUSA Ensete, per 100 seeds $1 26
PETUNIA, Dreer's Large Flowering
single
Dreer's Large Flowering, dbl
per 100"— "- - '"
PHLOX Dru
pacta, mixed
PYRETHRUM
laciniatum
SALVIA Splendens
Bonfire
*' '* Burning Bush
SMILAX, per lb.. $4 00
TORENIA Fournieri
VERBENA, Mammoth white
HENRY A. DREER/'^
CHESTNUT
STREET,
■ING MENTION
■ELItlLE HOUUD GIBBIGE
AND OTHER VEGETABLE SEEDS.
Grown by VAN NAMEN BROS., HOLLAND.
ContractB for future delivery booked.
For catalORues address
C. B. JOOSTEK, Sole Agreut,
193 Greenwich St., New York.
WHtM WRITINa MENTION THE FLORISTS' rxCHAHM
VERBENA SEED .To^.^^V
An exceedingly flnecollection of Giant flower-
ing varieties, florets one inch in diameter, of
the most showy colors. My customers write
" " ■ of Verbenas they
of tested novelties added I
JOHN F. RUPP, Shiremanstown, Pa.
WHITING MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCH*
TOBAQCO STEMS
"""''' ""'" *' °" 1 anS fresh
Xotvacco Dust, '2c. per lb.
Chinese Sacred Lilies per basket 30
Philadelphia, Pa.
SHED FOR SALE.
10 ounces Victoria Aster, white; 6 ounces Giant
Comet Aster, white; 1)4 ounce Giant Aster, pink;
1 ounce MignoD Aster, snow, with 1 ounce in two
good market varieties. 'A separate colors; the seed is
color clear from '96; all together for net $14.50.
H. SCHUBERT, Aster Grower,
LITTLE FERRY. N. J.
FABOUHAB'S shps
"ONLY THE BEST QUALITY."
BOSTON
1897 CATALOGUE READY-WRITE FOR IT.
RrriMO MEHTKIH TWr FLORIBT-S
GLUCIS i BODDmeTOII GO.
Wholesale Seed and Bulb Merchants.
SEEDS, BULBS, Etc.
501 & 503 W. 13th Street,
one Call, 403-18th St. NEW YORK.
Gladioli . . .
THE BEST IN AMERICA.
Geraniums, 'Xiims, Carnations, etc.
Write for prices.
BETSCHER BROS.,
■^ Canal Dover, O.
»♦»»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»
♦ WE ARE HEADQUARTERS ON ♦
I BULBS FOR FORCING, ;
I FLOWER SEEDS FOR FLORISTS,!
I ENGLISH MUSHROOM SPAWN.|
X BPEOIAI, PBIOBS ON APPUOATION. ^
JOHN GARDINER & CO., Seedsmen,
Box 1306, Fliiladelpliia, Pa.
Coco. Weddcllano 31 '^6 SIO.OO $2. .;ii>
Pandonu.utUU 1.60 12.60 >■•■'»
Oofl'eo nrablea 1-50 12.60 ^^ ^^
A.i.arnBu?riiimo.'urNaiiu«',(truey. i:60 12.60
J. L. SCHILLER, Rutherford, N. J.
WHEN WRmNQ MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANSS
The Fi-orists* Exchange.
67
SEED TBIIDE REFOBT.
Points and Informatlou from aeedsmeu.aod all
interested In this column, solicited. Address
Editor Skbd Tradk, care of Ploribts' Ex-
CBANOE. p. O. Boi 1897. New York.
American Seed Trade Association.—
Secretary Don informs us that the exec-
utive committee of this Association will
meet at the Cosmopolitan Hotel, Cham-
bers St., New York, at 10 A.M., Tuesday,
January 26.
New York.— The bn-siness of W. Elliott
& Sons, 54 and 56 Dey street, will be
carried on as heretofore under the same
title by Mr. Elliott's two sons, William J.
and Carroll S. W. J. Elliott takes his
father's place on the rostrum, the auctions
of the past season having been conducted
by him during the senior partner's illness.
J. Rogers of Chaumont, N. Y., was a
visitor this week.
E C. Parmelee, representing J. H. Allan
Seed Co.,Picton, Ont , and W. H. Lang-
bridge, of .lerome B. Rice & Co., Cam-
bridge, N. Y., were also in town.
European Notes,
For the past twenty-six hours It has
rained incessantly, and there is at present
no appearance of a cessation. Already
from the outlying districts reports have
come to hand respecting the injury done
to crops 5y the flooded state of the land.
Should present conditions be succeeded by
an even moderate spell of frost the destruc
tion of young and sappy plants will be
very great.
The markets have been in quite a flutter
of excitement during the pret-ent week on
account of the reported receipt of large
orders from your side for red, white and
alsyke clovers. No doubt there is con
siderable exaggeration in these reports, a.«
there has been a very general impression
in Europe that you had a considerable
surplus of these, or at any rate of two of
them, to dispose of. As a result of the
movement, prices have been firmer, but
sales have been very slow. Sdnfoin is
undoubtedly very scarce, which is much
to be regretted, for it is one of our most
reliable and valuable forage plants, and its
good qualities are now more generally
recognized.
The pea and bean trade is in a state of
stagnation, and will remain so until the
land gets dry enough to be tilled.
The later arrivals of Lilium auratum
«re a veritable disaster for the importers.
One Arm reports 6000 cases arrived rotten
during the past few days. As these con
signments consisted of the cultivated bulbs
the loss is much hea\ier than it would
otherwise be. Something must be wrong
wiih the cultivation.
European Seeds.
CATALOGUES RECEIVED.
C. N. FLAN
.E, Denver, Col.-Price List of
RGH, Leslie, Mich.— Price List
vrberry Plan
J. A. McDowell & Co., City of Mexico. -
Trade Catalogue of Cacti, Orchids, Bulbs, etc
The Geo. H. Mellen Co., Springfield. Ohi<
—Illustrated Catalogue of Roses and othe
W. Atlee Burpee & Co., Pbiladelphia.-
Price List for Market Gardeners and Florist
Iowa Seed Co., Des Mo
illustrated and
Seed!
criptive.
The Lenox Sprayer Co., PittsHeld, Mass.
-Illustrated Catalogue of Sprayers, Insecti-
A. Blang, Philadelphia. —Supplementary
Catalogue of Electrotypes of Flowers Plants,
W. W. Rawson & Co., Boston, Mass.— Illus-
trated and Descriptive Catalogue of Vegetable
and Flower Seeds, Bulbs, etc.
D. M. Ferry & Co., Detroit, Mich. -Seed
Annual for 1897. A descriptive catalogue of
■ ■ * ,d flower seeds, etc., fully illus-
Thos, H. SpaULDING, New York City. —
Illustrated Catalogue of Chrysanthemums,
Cannas and Begonias; contains an extensive
list of novelties.
Bassett & WashkurN, Chicago.— Flori.sts'
Price List. A weekly publication giving
wholesale prices of flowers and florists' sup-
FUMIGtTETOBiyiLFOIIlPIIIS
PITCHK
N. Ma
& MAN
Plant:
^- ' "■ ■ and Bulbs, with seie
profusely illustrated.
H. CANNELLtS: Sons, Swanley, Kei
Complete Seed Guide, illustrated;
scriptive List of Chrysanthemums.
"thographs accom;
alogu
lustrated
ling vah
sr, hard
N & Co., New York. -Ninety-
descriptive catalogue of seeds,
complete catalogue.
plants,
.n, Eng.
catalogu
and beautifully got
Tested Garden Seeds, co]
irations, the greater portion of which are
nature. A handsome colored plate of single
and double primulas accompanies this cata-
Henry a. DREER, Philadelphia, Pa.- Garden
Calendar for 1897. This is a very complete
descriptive catalogue, profusely illustrated,
with a large list of novelties and specialties in
vegetable and flower seeds and plants. The
covers are extremely handsome, being em-
bossed in gold, and bearincr representations
of the new dwarf early flowering cosmos
"Dawn," and Clematis panicuiata. The
firm's Quarterly Price List has also been
Annual we learn that t
" become of age "—in other wor(
its 2ist year; and a glance at the
)rity under the most favor
[ the healthiest possible co
ual is. as usual, replete v
ibject of seed growing, bes
jmplete lists of the newest
) grow. Full descriptions j
that most potent factor—
& Co., New York City.
the principal 1
:s it contains, j
plates that further
New Self-blanchi
Tubilee Collection
Imperial Japanesi
Other colored
he Manual are of
V Golden Rose.
fly Pansies. Giant
.g Glories, Gold
Medal Rose Jubilee, and Collection of Cannas ;
o these, the catalogue is profusely
and the large lists of plants and
rery fully described. On page 2 is
d founder of the firm-Peter Hen-
VEGETABLE PLANTS.
LETTUCE. BlK Boston and other varietlei
tl.OOperlOOP.
CABBARE. Jersey Wakefield and othe
Cash with order, please.
R. VINCENT JR. I SON, White Marsh, Md.
ALL the leading;orchid
people are using . .
ORCHID PEAT
From THE SMILAX KING.
Price One Dollar per Barrel.
WANTED IN EXCHANGE
^'nr stock olTered by me in the isBueaof Dee. 12 ant
9, ia%. and Jan. 9 and 16. Ift97. Plants or Rnotec
^ntUniTH. Bulbs and Tubers of Bpecially newer vari
ities of Roses, f'ftrnatlona. ChrTsanthemuma. Pelar
tlirjinde tvpe, sweet scented, except, rose; FurhsUs
. Hardy pla^nts.^1
, Helleborns. Pyrelh
_ .AnipelnpslsVettchli
Honevsuckles Wtstorlaa. Clematis. MannoHa Brand I
flora, Norway Spruce. AucubaJaponica, etc.
Sfnt.p varieties, olzes and prices of stock you hav<
to exchanjre, also what Is wanted.
N. STUDER, Anacostia, D.C.
WHOLESALE FLORIST.
There is Money in Bulbs and Plants.
AT FOLLOWING PRICES FOR CASH WITH ORDER.
I500 Dwarf Pearl Tuberoses. 3 i in. for $5 00
'1 000 " " " 4-6 in. tor 6 50
150 Chinese Sacred Lilies for 200
Also a few SURPLUS BULBS which will come In right for Easter.
2000 White Roman Hyacinths, 1 i-i 3 Centimeters, tor . . . .$2000
2500 " " " 11-12 " ■'.... 20 00
1000 Double Jonquils for 5 00
1000 Italian White Hyacinths, red skinned, for . 6 00
1000 Narcissus von Sion, 2d size, for *> 00
100 Cyclamen Persicum Ciganteum for * 00
100 Calla Lily Bulbs, white, for « 00
250O LILY VALLEY Berlin Pips, THE B^ ST, for 23 50
1000 Holland Hyacinths, mixed, for 1^00
1000 Select Freesia Refracta Alba 5 00
1000 Small " " ** 2 00
Only limited quantity of the above to offer for Spring delivery.
DORMANT H. P. ROSES, iBest Trade Sorts such as
Alfred Colomb, John Hopper, Paul Neyron,
Anna de Diesbach, Jules Margottin, PcBonia,
Abel Carriere, La France, Persian Yellow,
Baroness Rothschild, Magna Charta Ulrich Brunner.
Baroness Hausman, Mrs. John Laing,
Coquette des Alpes, Mme. Gabriel Luizet, MOSS ROSES
DukeofTeck, Mme. Plantier, mw*j« nwat*».
Duke of Edinburgh, Marshall P. Wilder, tea Dn«r«
Fisher Holmes, Marie Baumann, '^^ ROSES.
General Jacqueminot, Monsieur Boncenne, Caroline Testout,
Gloire de Margottin, Mme. Chas. Wood, Compte de Paris,
Giant of the Battles, Perle des Blanches, W.A.Richardson,
Gloire de Dijon, Prince C. de Rohan, Etc., Etc.
STANDARD OR TREE ROSES, STRONG HEADS,
Hardy Azaleas, Rhododendrons, Clematis, Hydrangeas,
Snowballs, Magnolias, etc.
Just received fresh importation NEW CROP CAB
BACE SEED, HOLLAND DUTCH, Late Round White,
Large Solid Heads
Send Estimate of your wants. For Prices address
C. H. JOOSTEN, IMPORTEH, 193 GREENWIGH ST., New York.
Sells So Fast.
inge my ad. as per copy enclosed, yo
I so fast for me that it takes cODStaB
ALBERT M. HERR.
Pa., Jan. 20. 1897.
IF YOU IMPORT ANY
FLORIST OR NURSERY STOCK.
Don't fort^et to ask for Van Pruissen and
Kersbergen'B (Boskoop, Holland) price list.
LOUIS VAN KOERT, General Agent,
295 Dorchester SIrsel. • So. Beaton. Mass
"The Dahlia."
By Laukence K. Peacock. A practical
Treatise that shoold be catalogued by every
seedsman and florist offering Ualilias for
sale. Correspondence eolicited. Descriptive
Trade List of leadinjt new and old Dahlias
mailed on application.
W. P. PEACOCK, Dahlia Spsclallsi. Aloo, N. i
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS' CXCHANGC
SEEDS for Profit
, EF Sweet PcasI
f Wholesale Catalogue on application. X
I WEEBER & DON, '^^d^r-fe^r *
■$ (14 Chambers St., New York City. .i)I
Our New Onion
"Up-to-date" Yellow Globe Danvers
Positively the best market onion in cultiva-
tion. Perfect in shape, finest in quality and
an immense cropper. Write for circular.
FRANK BANNING, Kinsman, Oliio.
TUBEROSES
HALLOt^K'!
TRUE EXrEI.SIOK PEARI,.
Chicago,
ChlcBBO. J5.C0.
GLADIOLUS— -^-'^-''^ Florist MixluTe. perlOO. $2.00; per
CANNA BURBANK-''»'^''''>'-'""'"^-"'=-'''"''""%VVt'i. bniiian
CANN AS — ITAMA. per 1(10. »50.00
^AnnnS aILSTKIA. perl00.»25.00.
FLOWER SEEDS— ''E?*T STRAINS FOR fi.orj.sts^
BECONIAS-^'""'?"
GLOXINIA S— "p'""''''' >>"""■ I"" ""'• *''^-
CALADiUM ESCULENTUM-" " p""»««i
PQ5£— SOIIV. I'UES. CARNOT, March Isl. 24 In . per lOO, »15.00: 600 for $f
MAYOR PINfiREE, yellow
"NEW CROP.
. (18.00.
TKAOE PIUCE LIST READY.
11.60.
CARNATIONS-i-iL^voEAN.
With flne i
per doz.. f2.00;
YAUGHAN'S SEED STORE,
NEW YORK, 14 Barclay St.
P. 0. Box, 688 CHICAGO.
68
The Professional Gardener's
Mission in Horticulture.
Paper read hii Pntridi O'Mara (of Peter Hender
sun S- Co.) befnrethe Lenox (.ilasn.) Horticul-
tural Society, January 16, 1897.
When your secretary communicated to me
your desire that I would come before you
and talk to you on some topic pertaining
to our calling, I very naturally felt compli-
mented at the honor you had conferred ou
me by issuing the invitation. Pleased
though I was, yet was I loath to accept it,
for in this community of gardeners, second
to none on the continent, he who would
come before you as instructor should have
some special fitness for his taek, and such
a fitness I do not claim. The certainty,
however, of meeting men whose friendship
I esteem, of mingling with men who occupy
an enviable position in horticulture, the
knowledge that I would be your guest for
a time and partake of your hospitality, that
I would have the pleasure, ever new. of
looking at your beautiful hills in their win-
ter garb — these were potent allurements,
and not to be resisted. The feeling also
that in my ov,'n way I might be able to say
something to you which would be the means
of urging you to renewed efforts in your
chosen calling, that horticulture might be
benefited by my words, and that I probably
would learn more than I would impart, were
good reasons why I should, and did, accept
the invitation.
It is a few years since I was daily en-
gaged in the working department of our
business, and, therefore, did not feel justi-
fied in choosing as a theme any line of
active operation. You will have before you
from time to time, I am Informed, men
who are qualified to speak on these lines,
and you will have a variety of subjects.
Being in daily contact with men represent-
ing all branches of the profession, also
with the class who may properly be called
the patrons of horticulture, people who
own broad acres and employ gardeners; in
daily contact, too, with the amateur gar-
dener who cultivates his or her own little
plot of ground, whose facilities for winter
gardening are a small conservatory, an ei.-
closed piazza, or, more frequently, a sunny
window, it is natural that I should see
many phases ot the question, that I should
sometimes ask myself it the gardener was
filling the place which is his by right of
environment and technical education, if he
was using both to their full advantage for
the benefit of ail concerned, and t'was thus
I came to choose as my tlieme "The Pro-
fessional Gardener's Mission in Horticul-
ture."
To begin with, what is a gardener?
Webster says: "One who makes and tends
a garden; a horticulturist." He defines a
horticulturist as: "One who practices the
art of cultivating gardens." Before pro-
ceeding further, it is well to bear in mind
that he distinctly calls cultivating gardens
an art, and he is an authority who is careful
in selecting words to convey his meaning.
In this country the man who grows veg-
etables for a livelihood is called a gardener,
a market-gardener, and, in some sections, a
trucker and a truck-farmer. We also have
the florist, which embraces the man and
woman who keep a flower store, as well as
those to whom the title properly belongs,
flowers. We have also the nurseryman, a
calling separate and distinct from these,
and yet the three must be combined in one
individual to make a qualified gardener,
or what is generally known as the "pri-
vate" gardener.
Occasionally the so-called "private" gar-
dener is known as a "manager" or "super-
intendent," but it may well be questioned
if he gains honor thereby. When he leaves
the place where the title was assumed or
thrust upon him, it very frequently is left
behind, but he still remains a gardener.
It also tends to create an artificial distinc-
tion between many who are equals and
many in and out of the ranks believe it
should be discouraged. Gardeners who have
charge of public parks, cemeteries and bo-
tanic gardens, it has always been admitted,
may with perfect propriety assume the
name of superintendent, but the fact re-
mains that no man who loves his craft
need be ashamed to be known profession-
ally by the "grand old name ot gardener."
Thb Pl-orists' Exchange.
It was a title good enough for Sir Joseph
Paxton, and his claim to fame rests largely
on his work as the gardener at Chats-
worth. It was a title good enough for
Peter Henderson, who claimed it as an
honor to the last of his days. It was good
enough for his son, who, in writing his
memoir, inscribed upon the title-page:
"Gardener— Author— Merdhant," the gar-
dener being the foundation stone. With two
such honorable examples on two continents,
even if there were no others, it may well
be said that no man entitled to bear it
should hesitate to be called by the simple,
dignified title ot gardener. However, as
there may be some danger of a man's true
position in gardening not being defined in
that word, I would suggest that the word
professional be used to qualify it. In
the eyes of some outside the ranks, it might
have weight, and it would certainly be a
proper distinction from the amateur garden-
er, the trucker, the nurseryman and the
commercial florist. It would be well also
to have all gardeners' societies known as
an association of professional gardeners. It
might operate to properly classify those who
are entitled by education, experience and na-
tural ability to bear the title from those
who, lacking all these, are yet bold enough
to call themselves gardeners and to become
candidates for positions which they are un-
able to All with credit to themselves, with
justice to their prospective employers or
with a proper regard for the responsibili-
ties they are so willing to assume. That
class would he bolder than I imagine them
to be it they would, under such circum-
stances, assume the title of professional
gardener, and the well-merited ridicule
which would inevitably follow the discovery
of their false pretences would be a salu-
tary check upon others.
To have a claim upon the title, a man
should be able to grow flowers, fruits and
vegetables both outdoors and under glass,
care for trees and shrubs, lawns and roads,
in short attend to every detail connected
with his calling. If in addition he knows
how to attend to the details of gentlemen's
farming, his services should be all the more
valuable. He could then assume entire
charge of a place where both farming and
gardening are done, and we would, if more
men were capable of this, be spared the
pain ot seeing one or both suffer either
from incompetence or want of co-operation
between the gardener and farmer.
It is to that class, then, who may prop-
erly claim the title of professional gardener
that I address myself; it is to them that we
must look for developments ot an upward
tendency and they will be held responsible
for any retrogression In ornamental horti-
culture, tor they are before all others the
recognized exponents of the art. It is
their mission to improve, and the general
opinion is that there is room tor improve-
ment, more especially in indoor horticul-
ture. The overwhelming tendency during
the past ten to fifteen years has been to
make the so-called "private place" nothing
more nor less than a cut flower establish-
ment and a hospital for the decorative
plants which are used in the dwelling house
and for outside decoration in summer; so
pronounced has this become that the only
difference between the commercial estab-
lishment of to-day and the average private
greenhouse is one of size and architecture.
The latter instead of being maintained, as
it should be, purely to gratify aesthetic
tastes, is devoted to an utilitarian purpose
mainly. The product is counted and reck-
oned at so many dollars and cents. The
most the average owner sees of them is the
daily or semi-weekly cut which is sent to
the house. This is not as it shouli be, and
while it is not the gardener's fault, ana
may not 'be within his power to control,
yet by well-timed suggestion and persist-
ence, he should be able to effect a gradual
and much-to-be-desired chanse.
The greenhouses should be a place of rec-
reation for the owners, who should be in-
duced to visit them daily, to look forward
with pleasure to that visit, and the best
way to accomplish this is to induce them
to get a good collection of plants. A house
of roses, carnations, violets or chrysanthe-
mums has not the attraction of a varied
collection, a collection, too, that embraces in
their season gloxinias, tuberous begonias,
cinerarias, cyclamens, caladiums, ixiaa,
sparaxis, primulas, and other seasonable
pot plants, both flowering and ornamental
foliage. The late A. W. Bennett set a
brilliant example in this line among our
latter day gardeners, both at Platbush and
Schenley Park. It is freely admitted that
variety is the soul of gardening and not less
so in small than in large places. The in-
dividual preferences of the proprietor or
gardener should therefore in some measure
be rendered subservient to the amount ot
pleasure which visitors are sure to obtain
from a variety of plants. I am well aware
that ir many places the proprietor's resi-
dence is of short duration and very often
during the summer months only, so that it
is difiicult, nay, well nigh impossible, for
foe gardener to influence him in the right
direction; but if all earnestly try, some are
sure to succeed, and the example once set,
it will soon become general. It must not
be understood that I advocate an entire
abandonment of growing cut flowers, far
from it; what I urge is a wider scope for
purely ornamental indoor horticulture than
obtains at present.
I once felt it necessary to call public at-
tention to the monotony ot our flower
shows ot the present time and to suggest
some remedies. That monotony still exists
is patent to most people, who have visited
many ot them. At Millbrook last fall, a
new departure was taken, somewhat on the
lines then suggested and with flattering
results. The exhibition in itself was as a
whole equal to any I ever saw and superior
in some points, but attractions outside the
flowers brought people who otherwise
would not come. Now, if good collections
of plants were more plentiful, much of the
monotony complained of could be done
away with, and it behooves the gardener
for his own sake and the future of horti-
culture to strive to get them.
This thought suggests another. It was
once said that: "A garden ot plants with-
out names is like a library of books with-
out titles." There is food for thought in
that observation. Have your plants dis-
tinctly labelled so that your employers may
become acquainted with them; acquaint-
ance begets friendship and will ripen into
love. How often do we see a greenhouse
where the labels are few and far between
and that few partially obliterated. How
embarrassing for the proprietor not to be
able to tell the visitor what a plant is
called, and how very awkward, as is often
the case, that when the gardener is ap-
pealed to, he has the name "on the tip of
his tongue" and can get it no farther.
An annual prize should be offered by
every horticultural society for the best
labeled collection of plants in the green-
house and grounds and persisted in until
its need should disappear. Not only should
the botanical name be given, but the ver-
nacular also, when the subject has one.
"What's in a name?" Why even the stars
in heaven have a deeper interest for us
when we know their names. But to know
the names of plants alone should not
suffice. The gardener should know their
history and should know how to tell it
w^hen asked. An hour should be set apart
at every meeting wherein the president
should call upon members to tell what
they know of plants in their collection,
no matter if it be only a China aster (or
Callistephus.) Let the man get up and
give the history of its introduction, the
efforts made to improve it, who did it, etc.
It will at all events give him practice in
telling what any visitor may ask him and
will encourage study in the young men.
Let the president be asked questions, too.
his position should not exempt him. Try
it. Many a meeting can thus be made in-
teresting which otherwise would be un-
eventful.
These then would be steps in the right
direction and the gardener should take
them.
Another thing, study the habits of your
employers and at the time they may be
expected to visit the greenhouses see to it
that these are fit to be inspected. Just af-
ter, or while watering is being done, is
not a good time, neither is the odor of
liquid manure an inducement, particuarly
to ladies, to visit the greenhouses, and it is
largely owing to these two causes that they
are often associated in their minds with
the stable or a malodorous swamp. Re-
member that the love you bear for plants
is born of intimate association, and that
you have it in your power to communicate
it, but remember, also, that it cannot, ex-
cept in rare cases, be communicated on
sight. Be patient, therefore; an enthusiasm
is contagious, but a sustained enthusiasm
is convincing. Loudon says: "Delicacy and
intensity depend principally upon organiza-
tion, and refinement conjointly upon or-
ganization and intellectual cultivation;
they cannot be communicated by instruc-
tion except in a very limited degree, and
yet the influence which education may have
in giving a bias to taste is so obvious as
hardly to require illustration." It is surely
the mission of the professional gardener to
provide education and so direct taste. He
should, to properly fulfill his mission, be so
imbued with the lore and love of his art
as to be able to say with Horace Smith:
FJoral apostles! that in dewy splendor
Weep without woe and blush without a crime.
Oh! may I deeply learn and ne'er surrender
Your love divine.
A tendency born of the dominating in-
fluence ot the commercial cut-flower grow-
er on horticulture at the present time is
to measure the beauty of a flower by its
size. We may well pause and ask with the
lady who, with Attic wit, inquired: "Do
we measure beauty by the square yard?"
It seems so. If Burns thought thus, the
world would be the poorer by the loss of
his exquisite lines, "To the Daisy." The
poet in all climes and all ages has ever
been the oracle who proclaims the merit of
true beauty, and delicacy rather than exub-
erance has ever been his theme in flow-
ers. It is the mission of the gardener to
preserve varieties having delicacy of color,
daintiness of perfume and beauty of con-
tour, even though they lack mere bulk.
True beauty is imperishable, the rage for
size is sporadic. The Colossus o< Rhodes
is almost a mere myth, the Apollo Belvl-
dere is a living reality. The Venus de
Milo and de Medici will endure when Miss
Liberty and Germanla are only memories.
(.To be continued )
San Francisco.
The following officers have been elected
for the ensuing year ; President, Professor
E J. Wickson ; Vice-president, Mrs. L. O.
Hodgkins; Secretary, Professor Emory
E. Smith ; Treasnrer, John Henderson ;
Accountant, Mrs. F. L. Bruns ; Directors,
John Hlnkle and Mrs. J. R. Martin.
The proposition of the carnival committee
nenses are to be borne by the committee.
Ribbons and carnival medals will be
awarded Instead of premiums, Inasmuch
as there will be no receipts for admissions.
The February meeting of the Society will
be addressed by Professor Kellogg, ento-
mologist of Sauford University.
Taporhins Toko IMi
easy and sure by using the TOBAC-OIL
VAPORIZER— $3.50 each. Money back if
not satisfactory. Particulars by writing
H. A. STOOTHOFF.
31.5 Madison Ave., N. Y. C.
8
1^ Ct$.WORTH OF TOBAC-OIL FOMIGATES
2000
SQ.FT.
OF FLOOR SPACE, EXTERMINATES AT ONE APPLICATION ALL GREEN FLIE«, IS NON-INJURIOUS TO MOST
DELICATE BLOOMS, PERFECTLY PURE, WHITE IN COLOR. VAPORIZES COMPLETELY, LEAVING NO STICKY,
DIRTY MASS TO BURN AND SMOKE. IT IS OIL OF NICOTINE. IP NOT PERFECTLY SATISFACTORY,
YOUR MONEY BACK. BOOKLET FREE. H. a. StootHOFF, 3.5 Madison Ave., N. y.
The FiLORisxs' Exchange.
69
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...NeiAZ ROSE...
Souv.du President Carnot
ADHIRED BY EVERYBODY. IT GROWS IN FAVOR DAILY.
President Carnot is witliout doubt a grand acquisition to tiie list of forcing
Eoses. It has all the good qualities, being a remarkably strong, quick grower, ex-
tremely healthy, and a constant bloomer. It produces long, stiff stems, with hand-
some foliage; the color is an exquisite sea-shell pink, with the edge of the petals
ivory white. The blooms are larger than either Bride or Kaiserin Augusta Victoria,
and of perfect shape ; even upon small plants the blooms are large and show the
same character as one year old plants.
Um WIDE-lWlllE FLOmST SBOOLD PLUT IT.
How many florists have purchased new Roses during the past few years, and after
growing them for a year or two have been disappointed and dropped the new Roses
as unprofitable?
We recommend with full confidence President Carnot, both for forcing and open
air culture. We know it will be both profitable and popular as a cut flower. It has
been tested in the West, in Boston, in New York, and Washington, and from all these
different localities with their varied soils comes but one report— it is the Rose of the
year. It has taken more medals and certificates of merit than any other variety
ever introduced in this country. All these reasons, we think, should induce florists
to plant it largely this year, as the price is exceptionally low for such a sterling novelty.
A Perfectly Hardy Garden Rose.
We have tested President Carnot in the open ground and it produces as many
flowers as Maman Cochet. At this date it has stood three degrees above zero with-
out protection, and every plant is perfect to the top of the stem. We are convinced
that it is perfectly hardy.
ALL ORDERS BOOKED FOR MARCH I5fh.
STRONG PLANTS, from 2^ inch pots, $3.00 per doz.; $15.00 per 100;
$125.00 per 1000. 50 sold at 100 rates. 500 at 1000 rates.
ORDERS niAV BE SENT TO
ROBX. SCOTT & SON, - - Philadelphia.
E. G. HILL & CO., - - - Richmond, Ind.
STRAUSS & CO., - - ^Washington, O. C.
ERNST ASMUS, - - ^West Hoboken, IS. J.
ROBT. CRAIQ, Philadelphia.
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70
The Pl-orists' Exchange.
50,000 SMI LAX, tlrfA^i
1(100. From 2 In. pots. J1.50 per 100. H3.00 per 1000.
eernnlums, 2 111 pel s, $2.50 per 100. »20.00 per 1000.
HFdranEeri , » in., dormant, »5.00 per 100. Send for
Samples. Cash with the order.
FRED. BOERNER, Cape May City, N.J.
•rHEN wnmNO MCNTION the florists- EXCHANOt
BRIDESMAID l%\:i.
wide reputation. P.\RENT STOCK still exists
in perfect condition at lUe Sunnywoods Green-
houses. Orders for 2}- inch plants booked now
for 1897. Also Bride, Beauty, Testout, Meteor,
and Perle rose plants.
FRANK L. MOORE, Chatham, New Jersey.
WHEN WRITIWC MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
ROOTED CUTTINGS
COLEUS, TO of the best kinds at 60 cts. per 100
$5.00 per 1000.
FEVERFEW, Little Gem, $1.50 per 100.
PARIS DAISIES, white and yellow, $1.00 per 100.
GERANIUMS, leading sorts, $1.50 a 100; $14 a 1000.
MME. SALLEROI. $1.25 per 100 ; lio.oo per 1000.
SiitlBfBctlon (JimrBntocd.
C. A. HARRIS &CO.,Delanson,N.Y.
20 GHRVSANTIIEMUMS
(IRIETIES
THE WONDEUFBL NEW KOBE
YELLOW RAMBLER (AGLAIA)
l8 the hardiest Yellow Cl'mbiDB Rose yet Intro-
duced. The moat valuable novelty of many
years. Strong plants, from 'IH in, pots,
»5c. each I S7 per lOi »50 per 100.
" "' i full description
f the Yellow Rambler a
of Hardy Reaes, Clematis,
JACKSON & PERKINS CO., Newark, New York.
OHEH WrnnWO WENTIOH TT)« rwomgTg- C«CH«WO»
Try my leader— John Elitch.
CAT.4LOGUE FREE.
, Box 382, Denver, Colo.
; rLOniST-S EXCHANGE
. . . ROSES . . .
From 2M in. pots. stronK and in excellint shape,
$2.50 per 100; 120.00 per 1000.
Bride, Rridesmaid, U. M. Stanley, IVI. Niel,
Marie Guillot, Itlory Washington,
Louis Richard, Pink Sonpert.
EMPRESS OF CHINA-Theneweverbloomini!
hardy pink Ciitnbine Rose, grows as rapid)
...GERANIUMS ...
ery best varieties, stronti plants. fromSJi^ln.
, ready to shift to* in., |12 50 per 100: J20 per lOUO.
ranth, I.e Piolet, J as. V. Murkland,
^ J „.,- .,__ . ... ^j,^_
'ease, calllornf
"the p"
e up the ideal Bedding Ger-
.35.00 per 1000.
Springfield, Ohio.
Chrysanthemums Js
Strong, Healthy Stock Plants
Calvat's "Benj. GIroud." A beautiful early
crimson, dwarf habit, good foliage, flue stem, color
as rich as G. W. Childs. and does not burn or scald.
4i> cts. each; $4.00 per doz.
Liberty, Duchess of Tork, Triomphe de St.
Laurent. Lottie Alter, Chebeague, Wm. Simpson,
Rath Ellis. 40 cts. each, $4.00 per doz.
Modesto, Sunclad, Vlolescent, Yanoma. Autumn
Bride, Mrs. Perrin, Helen Wright, Glory of the
Pacific, Pink Ivory. Betty Bock, Mrs. E. Buettner.
Gr. Buettner, Florence Pullman, Merry Monarch,
Geo. S. Conover, Marq. de Montmort, C. H. Curtis,
Mrs. R. C Kingston. Mme. Carnot, M Panckoucke,
Mile. Th. Panckoucke. Mrs. W. O. Egan, Pluto, Rin-
aldo, Lily Love, Golden Wedding, H.W. Rieman, H.
L. Sunderbruch, and others. 25c. each ; $2.50 doz.
Mme F. Bergmann, Mrs. H. Robinson, Mrs H.
McK. Twombly, Mrs. J. Jones. Mayflower, Niveue,
Wanamaker. Ivory.K. Leech, Maud Dean.Ermiuilda,
Helen Bloodgood, Viviand-Morel, Mrs. P. Palmer,
Marion Henderson. Miss M. M Johniion, Yellow
Queen, Mrs. W. H. Rand, Major Bonnaffon, Phila-
delphia, Brigand, Fisher's Torch Wm. Seward, H. E.
Widener. W. W. Coles, E. Dailledouze, 15 cts. each;
$1.50 per doz.
FARQUHAR TIOLETS-Early, large, good
color and productive, from 2J in. pots, 76 cts. per
$5. on per ]
BOUGAINVILLKA GLABRA. &0c. t
ach; B. Sanderiana. 26c. to $1 no each.
,8S*TERMS, CASH WITH ORDER.
xhe:o
Neville Iblani
9 miles below PittsburR. Pa.
BKCKHRX,
«LBNFIELD. PA
HovGltles (or 1807.
Our Collection of Certificated
GHRYSflllTflEPIDinS
MIDGE,
MEEULA,
Mrs. JOHN J. GLESSNER,
CHITO,
Mrs. MAETIN A. EYEESON,
SUNSTONE,
WESTEEN KING,
SO cts. each. $5.00 per doz.
$35.00 per 100.
NATHAH SMITH & SON, 'SrH^
Ready
Uarch
1st.
ROSES.
HIBISCUS AND GERANIUIVIS.
, 2}i in. pots, 12.25
!, 12.2
additional.
Honttel
Media
Jlerm
Meteor
Mme. C
Mme.Ceciie Bertha
.Camille
Ce ■■ -
Ducb. de Brabaii
Eraeat Metz
I Etoile deLyon
I Follieatone
; Gen. Ta
mi
Scbwaller
Kontler
989 of ISairan
J. A. DOYLE,
ley
Ca PilnceVa Vera
Cochec
M. Nie
Mama
Marie Gulilot
Queen's Scarlet
Snow Flalte
Sombreull
Striped L,a France
■^"r.
TERMS CASH WITH ORDER.
R.H.MURPHEY,Urbana,Ohio.
DEFEPEB
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
KE0.8.KIILB
DEFENDER. Bright Dark Crimson, reflexed, does not show under side of
petals. 3}^ ft. size, 9 inches stout stem, good foliage up to the bloom, easy to
grow. Best Crimson to date, N. C. S. Certificate. 50c. each ; |5.00 per doz.;
$35.00 per 100.
GEO. S. K ALB. Early White, Oct. 2d. Slightly reflexed, 8 ft. size, 6 to 7 inches
stout stem, good foliage to the bloom. We have grown this 3 years and find
it best all around Early White we have seen, N. C. S, Certificate. A mont- y
maker for you. 35c. each; $3.50 per doz. ; $25.00 per 100. Distribution March 1.
CASH OR SATISFACTORY REFERENCE.
FiSHei k M, Toll Gate, Belair Ave., BalllOFe, l.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE Pg.ORIST'8 EXCHANGE
MRS. THEODOSIA. B. SBEPHERD,
Hybridizer and Grower of Novelties, offers
he entire stock or some Grand New Be-
, New Abutilons, and a New Dwarf
Double Fucbsia. Correspondence eoiicited.
Ventura by the Sea, California.
nOHlST-S EXCHANGE
x> .A. ixr ^ X ZS S5.
THE JENKINGS STRAIN of
Finest American Grown Pansles.
Fine plants from old frames, 75 cts. per 100
by mail ; S4.00 per 1000 by e.\pres8.
SEED of above strain $1.00 per pkt. of 2500
seeds ; $6.00 per oz.
E. B. JEHNIH6S,'-"?5r." Southport, Conn.
GROWER OF THE FINEST PAN3IE8.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLQ I
...PRIMROSES...
Beauti ul plants, full of buds and commenc-
ing- to bloom, 3!^ and i in. pots, $5.00 per 100.
Post OfBce or E.\press Money Order with order.
PANSIES WORTH RAISING.
Seed, $i.oo per package, 3-16 oz. Extra good
plants, $4.00 per 1000. F. O B. express.
DWARF WHITE STOCKS and CHRYSAN-
THEMUM CLUMPS as advertised before.
Cash with Order.
a. SOLT-A-TT SZ CO.,
199 Grant Ave., Jersey City, N, J.
THE FARQUHAR-QUEEN OF VIOLETS
HEADQUARTERS STOCK. TRUE AND PERFECTLY HEALTHY.
Earliest, Freest, Darkest s
: Double Planted 1
C. E. WELD, VIOLET SPECIALIST, ROSLINDALE, MASS.
IF YOU HAVE NOT COT ONE, SEND FOR ONE.
WHAT?
QRALLERT & CO.'S trade^ust of
CARNATIONS
VIOLETS . .
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
PELARGONIUMS . .
COLMA, SAN MATEO CO., CALIFORNIA.
I WRrriNG MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
GRHT BIRGIIIIS III im
quicli. This ofler i
son Mme. Jos. Dubois.
lUOO Ball ot Snow.
11100 Sombrenll.
500 The Queen.
3000 Clothllde Soupert.
Per lOO; SIS
s, and to malte
n away. Fine
•y of theloilaw-
PerlOOO. Buy
surplus is sold.
300 Champion of 1
1000 Duchess .■ -
500 Dlnsmon
1000 Hermosa.
500 Isabella Sprant.
500 La France.
1000 White La France.
1000 Striped La France.
500 Mme. Hoste.
1000 Marie Guillot.
Terms Cash. Samples Postpaid for 10c.
C. YOUHG i SOUS CO., 'V^\^i!!fS:
REINBERG BROS.
Strong, Healthy I^OSES From 2^ inch pots.
AINERICAN BEAUTY and TESTOUT S6.r0 perlOO ; $140.00 per 1000.
GOLDEN OATE, PERLE, BELLE SIEBRECHT, METEOR. BRIDE, BRIDESMAID, KAISERIN
and LA FRANCE, tS.UO per 100 ; $26 00 per luOO. No orders tor leas than lOOof one variety accepted.
I the largest Rose grow
1 the very best stock
CARNATIONS— Rooted Cuttings.
IVORY and DELLA FOX $3 00 per 100; $26.00 per 1000.
ROSE QUEEN 2.50 •• 20 00
WM. SCOTT, DAYBREAK, NANCY HANKS, TIDAL WAVE, ALBERTINI, PORTIA, LIZZIE
GILBERT, CORSAIR, LIZZIE MoGOWAN, STORM KING and SILVER SPRAY,
$1.00 per 100 : $8.00 per l(Ot). No orders for less than 100 of any one variety.
The above stock is well rooted and free from rust. Send orders to
51 IJV ABASH AVE., CHICAGO, ILLS.
VIOLETS MY SPECIALTY!
On and after March Ist 1 nil] be ready to supply,
in any quantity, stock of the following yarletles :
PRINCESS He GAI.I.ES. The Queen of single
Violets. Per 100 rooted runners, good plants, $10.00.
MARIE LOUISE. Per 1000 rooted runners, good
plants, $4.00.
l,WXOI>JI«E. Per 100 rooted runners, good plants, $4.00.
CALIPORKIA. Per 100 rooted runners, good plants,
$3.50. 1000 prices on application.
FIVE FRENCH MEDALS. TWO AMERICAN MEDALS.
...THREE DIPLOMAS-
FIRST PREMIUM, Grand Central Palace, New York
Under the auspices of New York Florists' Club.
Send
jrflers no'w.
FERD. BOULON. Sea Cliff, L I., N.Y.
Jan. 23, i8g7.
The Plorists' Exchttnge.
71
DELAWARE COLLEGE AGRICULTURAL
EXPERIMENT STATION.
lEPARTMENT OF HORTICULTURE
U. HAROLD POWELL.
Horticulturist j - "
Dear Sir: -Toll
, Del , Deo. 15. 1696.
lows, peach rosette and 8an J
n uiiabletoaridanf of the a
r otber Injurious Insects or d
°"g. hZroi.d' POWE
PEACH -PLUM TREES
FOR SPRING DELIVERY, 1897.
ASPARAGUS ROOTS.
ALEXANDER PULLEN,
miford Nurserlen. BflLFOBD, 1>EL.
> MENTION THe FLORISTS* e«CH*NQ»
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA.
DEPARTHENT OF AQRICULTURE.
r Concern : -This
stock of C. L. Long'stiorf,
50.000 PEACH fow^fpH.
C. L. LONGSDORF, Floradale, Pa.
Giant and Dwarf Double Alyssum.
Lantana, D>vurf, Venow orange.
Dwarf Blue Ageratum,
Guphea, ^^ m. pots, $2.00 per 100.
R.VINCENT, Jr.. S SON, White Marsh. Ml
ROOTEDCUTTINGS
n, yellow aud re<
n MarKuerite,.
CA8H WITH ORDER PLEASE.
Henry Keener, Gouverneur, N. Y.
WHEN WRITINO MEHTIOW THE rtORISTS' tXCHANCt
CIIVERARIAS
; the beet strain
California Violet Runners.
Galax Leaves.
CHAS. H. RICKSECKER, Linville, N. C.
tDlillTUM CUNEITUM.
STRONG AND BUSHY.
CHAS. F. BAKBR. Utica, N. Y.
Geraniums, double Grant and others, flne
plants, 21^ in. pots, ready to move, $-2.00 per 100,
Marie Louise Violet Runners, 60c.
per 100; from 2)^ in. pots, $2.00 per 100.
Sniilax, from flats. 80c. per 100.
Hyacinths, in bud and bloom; all coUrs.
Doul>le bafTodils, 6 in. pots, in bud and
bloom, $1.00 per doz. Cash with order, please.
EVERITT & INSALL, Hackettstown, N. J,
\m -' \m SPORE
OF ALL LEADING SORTS.
.Spore, 35C. per pkt.; 3 for $1.00.
Ferns, 2 in., $3.00 per 100 ; 3 in., $5.50 per .00.
All good value for cash with order.
EDWARD D. DROWH, Weldon, Pa.
ADIANTUM CUNEATUM.
FINE STRONG PLANTS.
Grown February, from 2 in. pots, $5.00 per looj
.$40.00 per icxjo.
{dT" Samples sent by mail on receipt of 10c.
in stamps.
F. L. HART, Bayside, L. I.
WHEN WRmNO MENTION THE FLOHISTS- EXCHANOr
FERNS! FERNS!!
A fine stock of mixed Perns, from 2K ui ro's,
and good plants, 1S3. 50 per'ioo ; $30.00 per 1000.
Large plants from fiats, ready to pot, «1.50 per
100; »12 per 1000. Express paid to N. Y City.
Palflis&jlowenDiiPMs
^^";!,"" I JUST WHAT I 'wilS;
A"I,',V,'.',!'rtn. I YOU WANT! I ^Met^ro.ldero.,
Cycliiineii, 'll;ui'liith>. Dnlales, Lilac, bl'iio and
wblle, Kalmliis, Boiienlnvlllea Saudcrlanu,
AT ALL PRICEB.
ANTON SCHULTHEIS, co^ej^pom'tr l. l
WHITTON & SONS, ""JtJ.c?.."" Utica, N. Y.
Qeraniuins=|H.S?f\^a
Glorie de France, in separate colnrs.
rooted cuttings of Alternau-
ttaera aurea nana, at 60 cis. per luu
by mail, $4.00 per luou liy express.
EDWARD LAPPE, - Woodlawn, N. Y. City.
0[
raise any or all the trade
HELIOTROPE, in variety..
COLEUS, no end to them.
AGERATUM, blue and whil
FUCHSIAS, in variety
GERANIUMS, in flats, all the leaders 5.00
500 at 1000 rates ; by the 100 add 15 cts. per loo.
All named and true to name. Correspondence
solicited on large orders. Cash with the order.
Selection of sorts to remain with us.
J. E. FELTHOUSEN, Schenectady, N. T.
WHEN wniTiNO MIHTIOH THE rtORIST'S EXCHANGE
(1.50 I
6 inch pots. $10.00 p
»5.0O per doz
. .$10.00perdoz..
inch pots. $12.00 per
Forsterinna, flne
■ - • ■ ts, 175.00
Is Amazonica, A splendid lot for
00; medium size bulbs. $1.00 per 100; fine
lartie Dinomlnn bulbs. 18.00 per 100.
l.ntanla Borbonlcn, In flne cordition. from
1 inch pots. «2.00 per doz.; 5 ' '
l«0 00 per 100. 6 to 6 lei
«76.00 per 100. 8 to 7
doz. »100 00 per 100, 7
Keiitia BelnioT
plants, t inch pots. $35 00 per 100
per 100.
PhiBnlx reclin
»50.00perl00; 6 Incl _ __.
Cocos Weddelinna, flne, from Sinch pets, $3.00
Areca LilteBceps, 4 inch pots. $25 00 p
j.OO per 100
Caa'i or satlsfaci
JOHN BADER, Allegheny City, Pa.
WHEN WRITIHO MENTION THE FLORIST*- EXCHXHOt
. $75.00 per 100.
GALAX iND
LEUGOTHOE
Write the INTRODUCER of
of these two most beautiful
new Decorative Greens for
samples and information.
Address
HIGHLANDS NURSERY.
Kawana, N. C.
DECORATIVE PLANTS.
. . . SPRING DELIVERY . . .
We book orders now ; giving extra favorable figures tor immediate orders.
Cycas Revoluta Stems— Delivery February to May. True long leaved variety.
Write at once for prices.
Tree Fern Stems— Cyatheas and Dicksonias. Have to be ordered in Australia by
February latest. Delivery, May. $1.00 per ft.
Aspidistra — Green or variegated; leaves cut off. From .5 to 10 young shoots to the
clump ; to grow on for Summer. Delivery, March to May.
Orchids— From Central America and Mexico. Orders must be in by February 1st.
Tree Peeonias — Grand for Easter forcing. Delivery, January to March.
. . . NOVELTIES . . .
Physalis Franchetti— Send 25 cts. for picture taken from nature. Price, strong
plant, 50 cts. Seed per pkt., 25 cts.
Lygodium Japonicum — Finest climbing Fern, better than Smilax, most beautiful, vivid
green ; invaluable for Florists. Try it. Trial Plant, 30 cts. delivered.
Bstablished 1878.
Nephrolepis Exaltata Bostonieiisis.
In large and small quantities for Spring delivery, from $40.00
to $80.00 per 1000. Mine i.s the genuine .stock.
FRED. C. BECKER, 1730 Cambridge Street, CAMBRIDGE, MASS.
P. serrulata cristata densii
P. Albolineata,
P. adiantoides, Adiantom caneatom,
P. serrulata, Adiantum puhescens,
P. serrulata cristata, Onychium japonicum.
At *26.00 per lOOO ; 83 00 per IW.
Complete listof allfernsonapplication. Termscash.
BRADLEY REDFIELD. Glenside, Pa.
3kc. FERNS
PTERIS SERRULATA. .
PTERIS ARGYR/€A. . .
ADIANTUM PUBESCENS.
$3.50 PER 100, CASH.
EDWIN A. SEIDEWITZ.
36 W. Lexington St., BALTIMORE, MD.
WHEN WRrriNO MENTION THE FtORISTS- EXCHAHCE
PALMS!
LATANIA BORBONICA,
$3.00 per 100 ; $30.00 per 1000.
¥
ERNS! FERNS
8.000,000 hardy cut Fern
Mom, fhe
jbuyitcheaperf Don'
promptlyal
A SPECIAL DISCOUNT
Of 10 per cent, from last
■n;{'8 Wholesale list nf
ms, etc., on all cash
HARDY GUT FERNS
$I.OO:per lOOO. Discount on larite orders,
L. B. BRAGUE, Hinsdale, Mass.
WHEN wnrriNa mention the florists* exchanoi
DEUTZiA GRACILIS.
Gracilis, from
.on per 100.
Cash with order.
Address, JOHN C. EiSELE,
20th & Ontario Sts.. PHILADELPHIA, PA.
Decorative Plants
ARAUCARIAS
PALMS
PANDANUS VEITCHII
JOHN SCOTT,
Keap Street Greenhouses,
BROOKLYN, N.
♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦
♦ HEADQUARTERS FOR
I Palms & Decorative Plants
NOTICE.
standard Hoses sold out, but another
2000 will arrive February l.i. LIST
NOW READY.
♦ JULIUS ROEHRS, Rutherford, N. J. <
2 P.O. Carlton. Hill, N. J. i
«♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ i
NEPHROLEPIS EXALTATA
....BOSTONIENSIS....
THE BOSTON DROOPING FERN,
Plants at $10. tl6 and $20 per 100. Potted now
will make line plants for East^jr.
The $6 to $10 per dozen size potted now will
make flne decorative plants for Easter.
Orders booked now for June Ist to August deliv.
ery. in rotation, for from tSil to $120 per lOOO; $8
to $16 per 100.
> at luO rate, or 260
100. Now I
L. H. FOSTER,
4B KINO ST.
DOR0HE8TER. MASS.
72
The Pl-orists* ^xChknge.
QDESTIOH BOX.
OPEN TO ALL FREE TO ALL
Answers Solicited from Those Who Know.
(36) Green String- for Smilax, etc.—
In one of your issues was an article about
using green string instead of white. I
never yet got green string which would
not be bleached white at the time of cut-
ting the smilax. Can you recommend a
place where I can get string which will
not fade ?
— We would refer you to John C. Meyer
& Co., of 87 Summer St., Boston, Mass..
whose ad. of Sllkaline may be found in
this issue. They carry a large stock of this
silkaline in the different sizef, in green as
well as in fancy colors for tying purposes,
and are always pleased to furnish samples
and prices on application. They claim
that silkaline will be found superior to
any other cord on the market for stringing
smilax, asparagus, etc., as well as for
general florist work.
ing ■Wood.— A bet B a cutting made from
the blind wood equalled that made from
flowering wood. What is your decision ?—
Rose Cutting.
—In giving this decision I most decidedly
shall give it to A. In my recent notes od
propagating I said cuttings from below
where a flower had been cut were the
ideals, and that good plants also could be
got from good blind wood. As a result of
an extensive trial I made between these
two kinds of wood— flowering versus blind
—when the cutting of the flowers com-
menced, I could not see the least difference
in the whole lot ; while If the largest and
best plant of all was to have been picked
out, it would have been in favor of a blind
wood cutting. Now, I don't want to be
misunderstood in this matter, as it may
seem curious to some why I should say one
week flowering wood cuttings were the
Ideals, and another that blind wood was
equally as good. To this I will say that
from the former you are always sore of a
good percentage of strong plants, while
with the latter, if the utmost care is not
Insertion will be gtvtn, in ttiis column
to all communications free from animus;
but the opinions expressed do not neces
sariVu reflect our own.
Seedsmen and the Tariff.
Editor Floriati^ Exchange :
Mr. Allen's letter in last issue reminds
me of an anecdote of the late Mr. Henry
Ward Beecher. One Friday evening, at
the regular prayer meeting, one of the
brethren got up and requested the congre-
gation to join with himin thanksgiving, for
the wonderful escape he had had. While
walking along Nassau street. New York, he
said a cake of ice fell from a high building,
and struck down a man at his side. Mr.
Beecher listened patiently, and then very
quietly remarked, " How about the other
fellow ? " and proceeded to deliver a match-
less extemporaneous exhortation saying
we were always thinking of the fellow who
escapes, rather than the one who is hit.
Mr. Allen is praying for the seed
grower, forgetting the other fellows —
the florist, the gardener and the farmer.
What compensation have they for the
-- Fig. 7. — Design (or "Fourth of July," made by Searl & Sons, Sydney, Australi:
(27) Yellow Queen Chrysanthemam.
—Please let me know, through the Ques-
tion Box, it Yellow Queen chrysanthe-
mum is a sport from White Queen, or If it
is a seedling ? I have a sport from White
Queen, with yellow center, shading to
cream at outer edges, and would like to
know if that is similar to what is called
Yellow Queen.— J. W. A.
—Chrysanthemum Yellow Queen is very
distinct in foliage and habit, and is un-
doubtedly a seedling. It was distributed
by John N. May, Summit, N. J., Spring of
1893. It certainly is not a sport from The
Queen. Mr. May could inform your cor-
respondent, J. W. A., on this point. The
only sport from The Queen I know of is
Gov. Budd, sent out last season by Domoto
Bros. It Is a light yellow.— Elmee D.
Smith, Sec'y Chrysanthemum Society of
America.
—Yellow Queen chrysanthemum was a
seedling of 1891, exhibited in New York at
the New York show In 1893, at which show
it received a certiflcate of merit, and was
sent out by me in 1894. It is in no way,
shape, or form related to The Queen ; in
fact, the seed from which it was obtained,
was sown a year before that which pro-
duced The Queen— John N. Mat.
exercised in selecting the wood, there wil
be a much larger percentage of weaklings
when the time comes to pot them Into a
3i-Inch pot. It necessarily follows that
there will be more anyway. As for the
impression some may have, because a cut-
ting Is made from blind wood that the
plant grown from it will be more liable to
grow to blind shoots, is nonsense. I shall
try to explain what is the most desirable
kind of blind wood to be taken forcuttings.
Let us take Bridesmaid, for Instance.
When looking over the plants you will find
lots of good shoots that have failed to set
buds, most probably due to the dull
weather, and, having ceased growing, are
good and solid. This is the right kind, and
lam positive is just as good as any. At
the bottom of the bushes always will be
fonnd wood that was made before they
were planted ; also some thin stuff that
was made shortly after. This Is the un-
desirable kind.
Years ago I held the smaller the rose
cutting the better, as you did not have so
much wood to sustain during rooting time,
and I grew good roses then too ; but ex-
perience has proved that a big one made
the largest and strongest plant quicker.
It is often necessary to make a blind wood
cutting with three eyes, leaving the top
leaf and half the second on it. H. H.
Central New York.
doubled price which Mr. Allen says
they will pay for their seeds 1 If you
protect the florist from all forms of
foreign competition, the gardener from the
competition of tropical vegetables and
fruits from the West Indies, Bermuda, and
Europe, and put an export bounty on
agricultural products, then I say amen to
a prohibitive tariff on seeds; but don't pro-
tect the seed grower and leave the florist,
farmer, and gardener to flght his battles
alone. If the Government is going into
the business of protecting or fostering
special industries, like seed growing, let
all be treated alike. Shut out tropical
fruits and nuts of all kinds, canned goods,
flowers, nursery stock, vegetables, English
grapes ; in fact, everything that is Im-
ported that competes with American
growers. Let us all stand on the same
level. Don't make flsh of one and flesh of
the other. Furthermore, if you are golog
to follow the theory to Its logical con-
clusion, you must stop immigration. It a
seed grower in Holland only gets one-half
the wages he can get here, he will not be
long in flndlng it out. In short, build a
Chinese wall along our coast, and shut up
our seaports, then we can advance prices
until we are all millionaires, and live on
the interest of our investments. Pile on
the tariff, but pile it on equitably ; let no
guilty man escape. Protect everybody,
and make us all rich. Equitable.
Editor Florists' Exchange :
I would like to say just a word on C. L.
Allen's article on "Seedsmen and The
Tariff." It is very good when you cannot
look but one way, but there are always two
sides to a question. He don't like to
compete with foreign goods, but he does
not say a word against the hordes of cheap
help coming over to compete against our
laborers. F. S. Spbncer.
Conn.
About Delivery Wagons.
Editor Florists' Exchange:
We were very agreeably surprised to spe
in last issue of the Exchange the ele^-aut
cut of our latest delivery wagon so nobly
executed, accompanied by theexplanatioii,
and trust it will be of some advantage to
the craft in general. It costs very little
more to have and keep a good tasty
turnout for delivery than the common
delivery wagons so generally used, and
which we consider a detriment to our
business, or rather the profession; whereas,
a turnout like the one shown In your last
issue, not only enables us to deliver
flowers and floral designs in better shape,
but naturally draws trade and elevates the
standing of florists. A. GUDE & Beo.
Freaks of Nature.
Editor Florists' Exeha7ige:
The past year seems to have been
prollflo in sports in several places in Ger-
many. White roses have appeared on the
VIermet identical with the Bride, while in
Ireland a yellowish shade appeared. Two
shoots on a Marechal Niel rose in Germany
produced perfect Gloire de Dijon roses.
Now. the question is asked: Is the Mare-
chal Niel a sport from Gloire de Dijonf as
r.he origin of this rose was never given.
Here, in Baltimore, we have a pure white
sport from Maman Cochet, while a seed-
ling and cross of Souvenir du President
Carnot and Mme. C. Testoot has no trace
left of any tea blood, but looks like a
hybrid perpetual, and has not shown any
flowers yet. Senex.
American Horticultural Society.
Editor Florists' Exchange.
In your issue of January 16 I note your
remarks regarding the newly formed
association, the " American Horticultural
Society." Having made inquiries regard-
ing the original society bearing this name
last Spring, I now beg to enclose the reply
I then received from its late secretary.
Prof. E. A. Popenoe, of Manhattan, Kan.
ALEXANDER MACLELLAN,
Secy., Newport Hort'l Socy.
Manhattan, Kan., April 3, 1896.
Dear Sir: I think that the horticultural
society of which you inquire may be the
"American Horticultural Society." which is
now no longer active, having lacked the funds
• publicatlo " ■ ' *■
meetinfT
was held in Chicago in 1893, and the last publi-
cation was of the meeting In California in
1888.
The American Pomologieal Society, of which
Mr. Geo. C. Brackett, of Lawrence. Kan., is
secretary, is practicttlly the National Horticul-
tural Society, and is properly endowed.
An Australian Design for the
"Fourth, "
The accompanying illustration (Fig. 7)
shows a floral design made for the occasion
of the celebration of the Fourth of July in
the Antipodes, by SEARL & SONS, florists,
of Sydney, New South Wales. The design
was the subject of several complimentary
notices in ttie Australian press ; and the
Arm kindly furnishes us with a full
description of It. "The floral design was
5 feet long by 3 feet 4 inches deep, and was
composed of the following : The shield in
center of the design was made up of blue
cornflowers on the upper half, dotted over
with white Marguerites to represent the
stars, and the stripes on lower half were
of holly berries and white chrysanthe-
mums alternating. The four draped flags
were composed of blue cornflowers with
white Marguerites to represent stars, and
underneath the shield is a row of holly
berries and white chrysanthemums. The
scroll underneath the whole is composed
of white chrysanthemums, with the words
' E Pluribus Unum,' written In red letters,
the whole making a very striking design,
that called forth a lot of admiration."
Jan. 23, 1897-
The F=l.orists' Exchange.
HOSES.
Fertilizers, Hybrids, Etc.
A good many roses that have been doing
their best rl^ht along will now begin to
need some nourishment, especially those
on very shallow benches. The thorough
waterings they now get will wash a lot of
the nourishment out of the soil, and If the
flowers begin to get below the standard
It is a sign they are in need of some
stimulant; that is, as long as temperature
and other details have been carefully at-
tended to.
As it is yet too early to put on a top
dressing of manure with prudence, some-
thing else must be applied. Fir years I
have made careful experiments with about
all the artificial fertilizers and so-called
plant foods I know of, and must say they
have been anything but satisfactory, some
very bad results having occurred from
quite a number of them. I may mention
that after using them faithfully according
to directions, in some instances I have
found even half the quantity advocated to
work injury. In most cises a very soft
growth, that was easily affected by the
sun, was the result, and :n others they
surely killed the young feeding roots, as
the plants thus affected ceased growing,
and lost at least two-thirds of their foUage.
I never git caught and lost a whole
house; one or two rows is quite enough for
me to risk. The only exceptions I have |
found beneficial were nitrate of soda and ]
bone. The last named is an excellent food
for the rose, building up a strong and ;
sturdy constitution, while the former acts j
as a tonic and gives a rich color to the j
foliage. Some bone is injurious if used
too freely— that in which acid has been
used in its manufacture; therefore I apply
what is called steamed bone. That thl^
process takes some of the virtue out of the
bone is conceded, still it makes it safer to
use, is much more easily made soluble,
and is, therefore, taken up by the plani
quicker. Bone meal I use in the soil when
taken in the houses, as it lasts longer than j
the flour. For top dressing the latter i»
used. This should not be exposed to the 1
sun for any length of time after It is put ]
00 the beds ; it should be covered lightly
with fresh loam as soon as possible.
There Is no doubt in my mind but what
cow and sheep manure is the best to use
for feeding roses, and that to use these in
a liquid form at this time of the year is
preferable, alternating with nitrate of
When using such a powerful stimulant
as the last named, be careful not to overdo
the thing. I use one-half pound to the
barrel, and find it quite plenty. In my
previous notes I gave the quantity of
animal manure that I had found produce
the best results, and how to distribute the
frame and puts it to one side for the time
being. An 8-Inch pot of bone meal is
strewn over the top, also a wheelbarrow
load of rotted cow manure. The whole is
then thrown up together, and is ready for
use any time. This may seem extra
trouble, hut I do not find it so, and
furthermore I know exactly what there is
in the heap. The carting and taking into
the houses mixes it up thoroughly; some
soils need more manure than others, and
whatever quantity has been found to give
the best results, if It be a 5th, 6th. or a
wheelbarrow full, it can easily be propor-
tioned to the soil in this way.
By the time you read these notes it will
he twelve weeks to Easter. Those who
tsrow hybrids In pots for that trade should
now give them their attention, as it gener-
ally takes about twelve weeks to get them
in nicely. A great deal of the success
with these lies in proper treatment from
the start. They should be put into a light
house and kept cold for about two weeks
or a few days over that time, a tem-
perature of 40 degrees nights, 45 to 50
degrees day time being about right. They
will soon start to swell their buds, and the
temperature should then be raised gradu-
and keeping a watchful eye on them
generally brings them in all right. Easter
Sunday comes late this year, April 18, and
at that time of the year It Is surprising
how quickly the buds open. H. H.
Central New York.
OBITUARY.
William Elliott.
William Elliott, seedsman and auc-
tioneer, 54 and 56 Dey st.. New York City,
died at his home, 149 West Tlst St., on
Saturday morning, January 16, 1897, after
a .somewhat protracted illness. Dropsy
was the immediate cause of death.
The death of Mr. E'liott removes from
our midst the last of the old schcol of
seedsmen in the East, that linked the past
and the present of the Industry, men, who
by honorable work, indefatigable push,
energy and application helped to bring the
business to the status it holds to-day ; and
of the past generation of seedsmen we do
not believe there was a name more famili-
arly known, or one that carried with it the
incarnation of integrity, more than that
of William Elliott.
The compost heap is sometimes a source
of failure owing to such enormous quanti-
ties of manure, artificial and animal, put
Into It. In view of the fact that so mucli
has been written about the rose it is a
wonder to me there are still some who do
not exercise more common sense than try-
ing to get ahead of their plants. A case
came to my notice a few years ago, where
a grower used night soil In the soil pile,
which resulted in a total failure. This
was probably due to the disinfectants that
were in it, as this manure is a good one
when properly used ; but thanks to the
various health departments it is not al-
lowed to be used in a good many places.
There are also times and places where dis-
infectants are used in cattle sheds and
oars. My advice would be not to procure
manure from these sources.
To refer to the compost pile again will
not be out of place. My method after
planting out is done. Is to draw sod which
has been plowed about 4 Inches deep and
stack it up, a few pieces of board here
and there being put in the pile from the
outside to keep It from sliding. This
should be drawn in dry weather, and if
covered with an open shed is all the better.
It will be found very easy to work up in
the Spring time, and again in hot weather.
An excellent plan I have adopted to get
the exact proportion of soils and manures to
my liking. Is to have a wagon box without
a bottom, and with two handles on each
end ; this is put about 5 feet from one end
of the pile, and as the soil is chopped
down and broken up it is put into this
measure. When full it, of course, holds a
wagon load. A man at each end liftsup the
t^
THE LATE WILLIAM ELLIOTT.
ally 3 or 4 degrees a week until the desired
•ne is reached, which is 56 degrees nights,
and 6'3 to 65 degrees dull days ; 75 degrees
with sunshine. Plenty of syringing Is
needed to make them break good. When
they begin to grow it often happens more
buds than are needed breakout ; the plants
should be gone over and the superfluous
buds rubbed off, leaving from six to ten on
each plant, or whatever number you deem
best. When they are growing well and
have got into their high temperature,
very liberal feeding with manure water
will be found beneficial. Keep them free
from green fly, red spider, etc. Going over
them once every two weeks, resetting
them and turning them around, picking
out the smaller ones that will be weakened
by some that have grown stronger, setting
them together and also allowing them
enough room, will bring about the results
that are aimed for— viz , a uniform batch.
The sun fades the color in some varieties,
such as Magna Charta, and it pays for the
last few days to shade just enough to keep
the direct rays off them. Tney are not
very easy plants to bring in just In the
nick of time, but by Btudying the weather
Mr. Elliott came of a race of gardeners,
his father, grandfather and great grand-
father having been in the business. He
was born on October 10, 1824, at the village
of Graining, near Jedburgh, Roxburgh-
shire, Scotland. After having received an
elementary school education he was ap-
prenticed at the Earl of Minto's gardens,
near his home. His apprenticeship over, he
went to Wallington, near Newcastle,
England, where he was employed as gar-
dener to Sir John Trevelyan, then as fore-
man for four years at Ripley Castle, York-
shire, the seat of Sir Wm. Ingleby, leaving
which he worked for several nurserymen
in the north of England, and afterward
with John & C. Lee for two years, at their
nursery at Hammersmith, a suburb of
He then returned to Scotland, where he
engaged In the sale of fruit at wholesale.
This venture proving unsatisfactory he re-
turned to his flrst occupation as gardener,
being employed at various places in the
neighborhood of Liverpool. In 1851, on
the advice of an old friend, he came to the
United States. On his arrival he readily
secured employment with the late Andrew
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Held, at 807 Broadway, where he remained
tor some time; substquently he tried
market gardening, and leased a place on
Bergen Hill, N J., but succeeded in losing
all his money. He then turned his atten-
tion to farming, and went to Canada for
that purpose, but a cursory examination
of the advantages offered by the back-
woods proved so uninviting that he relin-
quished the idea and returned to New
York, and to his first vocation, that of a
gardener.
Mr. Elliott had not yet succeeded in
finding his proper sphere. He had con-
ceived the idea of becoming a seedsman
atd, about 1854, bought the establishment
of Hugh Orr, located at 31 John st.
He was then approached by Mr. Itaac H.
Young to go into partnership as seedtman
with him, which be did, under the firm
name of Young & Elliott, at No. 9 John St.
In 1858 Mr. Elliott added to his seed
business that of auctioneer of plants,
which business had previously been carried
on by Mcllvaine & Young, the former of
whom retired when Mr. Elliott started in.
The flrst auction sale Mr. Elliott ever held
was for Andrew Drybnrg, of Philadelphia,
Pa. In 1889 Mr. Isaac Young died. The
flrm left John st. for 13 Cortlandt st.,
where it was located for 15 years, subse-
quently moving to the present location.
After the death of Mr. Young, Mr. Elliott
took his two sons, Wm. J. and Carroll S.,
into partnership with him, and the busi-
ness has since been conducted under the
flrm name of Wm. Elliott & Sons.
Mr. Elliott was one of the most popular
men in the seed business in New York,
and as a plant auctioneer had few, if any,
equals. His manner to those who did
not know him seemed at times brusque
and incisive, yet no more genial soul ever
lived. He had the courage of his convic-
tions at all time.a, and spoke his opinion
on matters openly and frankly without
fear or favor. He was extremely fond of
a joke, and his characteristic Scotch humor
otten proved a helpful aid when bids were
lagging, in enlivening the sales and
accomplishing the desired object.
Mr Elliott was a leading member of the
old New York Horticultural Society in its
prime, a member of the Society of Ameri-
can Florists, and also of the New York
Florists' Club. He has left behind him
hosts of friends and few, if any, enemies.
The funeral took place Monday, January
18, and was largely attended. Many beau-
tiful floral pieces marked the esteem and
respect in which he was held by his fellows.
The interment was in the family plot at
Woodlawn Cemetery.
A widow, the two sons before mentioned .
and two daughters survive him.
Albert T. Jackson.
Albert T. Jackson, florist, died at his
home at Bowmanville, Chicago, 111., on
Thur.-day, January 14 1897 He was born
at the garrison, old Fort Dearborn, Chi-
cago, August 30, 1841. and had been a
resident of the city since his birth. He
served his country as soldier in the war of
the rebellion, and at the close of the war
was mustered out July 17, 1865, when he
returned to his home in Chicago. He had
since been engaged In flower growing,
and was well and favorably known by all
the old residents of Bowmanville. De-
ceased was a member of Grand Post No.
28, G. A. R. He leaves a widow and two
sons, Harry E. Jackson and Albert T.
Jackson, Jr.
PLBHTS aim FLOWERS.
Carnation Mme. Albortin).- A great
deal has been said in the last few years
about large carnations, and we remember
reading some years ago a statement made
by John Thorpe that he expected to see the
carnation the " queen of flowers," and that
before many years we would have single
blooms measuring 3 inches in diameter.
We think the time has come ; anyway, as
far as Mme. Diaz Albertini is concerned,
you will flnd that very few of the samples
sent you measure less than 3 inches unless
they shrink on the way. We do not dis-
bud our carnations, but give them plenty
to eat. The stems are not as stiff as they
were at Christmas, as we have kept up a
higher temperature since then.
Gkkkne & Undbrhill.
[The blooms were very large, somewhat
oft color, and rather weak in the stem.
We would correct our correspondent's con-
ception of John Thorpe's Ideal carnation-
It was to measure "four" Inches In
diameter.- Ed.]
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Contents.
American Carnation SociETy .
Australian Design for the " Fodrth "
(Illus.)
Carnations
Catalogues Received
Correspondence
Gardener's Mission, The Professional
Obituary:
William Elliott (Portrait), Albert T.
Jaciison
Orch,ds in U. S. op Colombia .
Plants and Flowlrs
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Seed Trade Report
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Trade Notes :
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Chicago, Newport, New Yorl£
Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Cincinnati,
Indianapolis, Philadelphia .
Providence
Brooklyn, Louisville, Pittsbuig, St.
Louis, Washington
For the Busy Man.
Look out for our Novelty Supplement
week.
Wm. Elliott, of New York, the well-known
seedsman and plant auctioneer, is dead.
Several consignments of Lilium auratum
were found to be rotten on arrival in England.
The E.\ecutive Committee of the American
Seed Trade Association meets In New York,
Tuesday next.
J. H. Small & Sons have been awarded the
contract for the decorations connected
the Inaugural Ball at Washington.
The American Carnation Society will me
theGibsiin House, Cincinnati, O., February 18
and 19, 1897. See page 76 for further particu
of the meeting.
The members of the Chicago Florists' Club,
by a unanimous vote, decided that retail
florists should not buy flowers of wholesalers
who sell at retail.
John E. Lager, who is collecting orchids in
the United States of Colombia, writes : "The
day is not far off when these beautiful plants
will be exiinct and things of the past."
The annual meeting of the Executive Com-
mittee S. A. F. will be held in Providence on
Tuesday, March 9 next. Secretary Stewart
calls for suggestions to help along the work of
Newport, R. I,
The Newport Horticultural Society has
elected the following cfflctrs; President,
Dr. Frederick Bradley; vice presidents,
John J. Butler, James A. Hovey ; record-
ing secretary, Alexander MacClellan; flnan-
cial secretary, Andrew S Melkle; treasurer,
Richard Gardner; executive committee,
Dr. Frederick Bradley, Andrew K.
McMahon, James McLeish, Richard Gard-
ner, Andrew S. Melkle, Alexander
MacClellan, Joseph Gibson, 2d ; Hnance
committee, Andrew S. Meikle, Andrew K.
McMahon, James A. Hovey, Thomas
Seattle, Henry J. Hass; auditing com-
mittee, Joseph Gibson, 2d, John J. Butler,
Andrew Ramsey ; nominating committee,
Thomas Beattle, George Taylor, Charles
D. Stark, Richard Gardner, Alexander
MacClellan, Andrew S. Melkle.
The membership numbers 77, and the
Society is in a healthy condition flnaucl-
ally. ALEXANDER MacLellan, Sec'y.
The Society of American Florists.
President Adam Graham has appointed
the following gentlemen members of the
Executive Committee for the term of three
years, beginning January 1, 1897: Elmer
D. Smith, Adrian, Mich. ; W. F. Gude,
Washington, D. C. ; and J. Chas. McCul-
lough, Cincinnati, O. The annual session
of the executive committee will open at
Providence on Tuesday, March 9. Mem-
bers of the Society are earnestly requested
to forward to the secretary any suggestions
as to the program for the next meeting
or the general work of the Society which
would be likely to increase the efficiency
and usefulness of that organization.
Wm. J. Stewart, Secretary,
67 Bromfield St., Boston.
Orchids in U. S. of Colombia.
The following interesting and at the
same time startling information is fur-
nished by John E. Lager, of Lager &
Hurrell, orchid growers. Summit, N. J.,
who is now on an orchid collecting tour in
the United States of Colombia.
Orchid collecting in these regions is get-
ting more difficult and expensive every
day for several reasons. In the first place
the plants, without exception, are fast
becoming scarce, on account of the con-
stant drain upon them. Secondly, on ac-
count of the coffee industry, which has
assumed gigantic proportions here these
last three or four years, and for which
purpose large tracts of forest are cut down
and as it happens that the coffee region ii
exactly the orchid region, comprising as II
does a belt of from 2000 to TOGO feet abovi
sea level, the constquences are so much
the more serious.
Below and above said elevations few
useful species of orchids are found, and if
matters continue as they have commenced,
we win very shortly have to pay high
prices for orchids, and then probably not
be able to secure any In quantities.
Only four or five years ago I myself
thought that the region where Cattleya
TrianEB occurs, and also that of C. glgas
were Inexhaustible ; however, this "
proved to be incorrect, since now, in the
very best districts, the plants are very
much retired, causing heavy expenditures
in the work of extracting them. Freight!
have increflsed 100 per cent, on account of
scarcity of beasts to move the coffee crops.
The Department of Antioquia is still
the best and most interesting to the col
lector, as a great number of species are
found here, although they are getting
scarcer every day. In the northwestern
part of this Department we find Cattley
glgas and the beautiful C. aurea— th
latter in very limited numbers— and also
C. Skinnerii, betides a lot of miscellane-
ous plants, among which are: Oncidlum
papillo, houlletias, anguloas, pescatoreas,
peristerias, acinetas, etc. Miltonla vexil-
laria still occurs plentifully in certain dis-
tricts, also owing largely to the decrease
in exporting this beautiful orchid of late.
In the Department of Tollma there are few
things worth collecting except Cattleya
Pacho In Cuudinamarca Is still th
center of Odontoglossum crispum, in the
collecting of which great difficulties have
arisen lately. Greed and over-zeal prac-
ticed hera by some European firms, is the
principal reason for this state of affairs.
Men are sent out with instructions to re-
main in one place three and four years,
or even more, the consequence of which is
that the owners of the forests simply, and
very naturally, think there are millions to
be made in the business, and prohibit the
extraction of the plants, unless the col-
lector is willing to pay tribute or submit
to the conditions imposed by the owners,
which are very often excessive, though
the principle is by no means unjust.
It is generally imagined that most of the
forests here belong to the one that first
comes, or at the best that they are owned
by a lot of savages. Nothing can be falser.
Most of the accessible forests and moun-
tains, with but few exceptions, are taken
up, and a great many of the people here
are well educated and of good standing
financially.
Another practice worth criticising here
is that some parties solicit their plants
through natives, who do not know the
plants well enough, besides which they are
ignorant of how to treat and pack them.
The consequences are bad for all parties
concerned, although I am happy to say
latthe shipper is generally the loser in
hatever state the plants arrive. How-
ever, this state of affairs is not the rule,
but it Is unfortunately too often practiced.
Cattleya Chocoinsis still occurs plentl-
illy in the State of Cauca, though its
district is comparatively limited ; the
forests here in the proper valley are on
'" "■* ' " ■ progress-
ing in the clearing of tracts for pasture
lands.
In the Department of Santander, we find
Cattleya Mendelii fast disappearing, while
Cattleya SchroederaB is comparatively
abundant, but its extraction is expensive
on account of the long distances the plants
have to be transported.
In short, the day is not very far off when
these beautiful plants will be extinct and
things of the past.
level land, and its destruction 1
New York.
Wholesale Market.
It is refreshing to be able to report
a clean market for this city, at least as far
as roses and carnations are concerned.
The week started in with decreased ship-
ments, but the demand was also light.
Tuesday also brought light supplies,
with a slightly Increased call, especially
for very fancy stock. Wednesday morning
demonstrated beyond question that grow-
ers everywhere were off crop. The demand
also improved, and prices which had been
slowly rising began to stiffen, and finally
became remarkably steady for this fluctu-
ating market. They have so remained
since. The shortage is only felt in roses
and carnations, all other stock being fully
equal to the demand. But, so far, ex-
travagant or fancy prices are not being
realized. Thursday, perhaps, was the
stiffest day of all, and then special Beauty
only brought 75c. each, and that for a
very limited number.
Good Bridesmaid sold quickly at fair
figures, No. 1 ranging from 60. to 8c.,
fancies and specials, 10c. to 15c. Attempts
that proved futile were made to force
these up to 20c. each. Bride did not realize
nearly so high figures.- Meteor, when
good, did well, ranging from 4c. to 15e.
each. No. 2 of all these sold at $3 per 100,
and among them were a good many
Beauty, culls and ordinary. Hybrids
benefited by the call on fancy Beauty, and
did better than at any time so far this
season.
Carnations advanced to 75c. per 100 for
ordinary, and to $1 and $1 50 per 100 for
regular stock, a few extra fine bringing
$2. Other fancies and novelties moved
better than In previous week.o, and again
realized the former price of J2, $3 and $4
per 100.
Sales of violets lacked vim barely
managing to clear, and some days this did
not happen. Prices varied from 50c. to$l
per 100. A few hundreds made $1.25, but
buyers kicked at that figure and usually
got the reduction.
Cattleyas sold freely at $35 and $40 per
100.
Tulips have Improved in quality, and
from some growers, long stemmed bright
stock— yellow and white— brought $3 and
$4 per 100; but there were quantities sold
as low as $1 and $1.50 per 100. Romans re-
quired a good deal of pushing to effect
clearance, with but little improvement In
price.
Lillums Harrisii and longiflorum cleared
out a little better toward the end of the
week, at $6 per 100. Early in the week
stocks of these changed hands at $3, $4 and
$5 per 100.
Valley failed to advance over the flg
of the past few weeks, and could be bought
for $10 and $15 per 1000, and at best only
$2 and $3 per 100 was obtained. Maiden-
hair tern sold out ; asparagus also went
well, but smllax dragged.
Friday's supply of every kind of stock
was light. Demand eased up, and prices
were stationery. The predictions for to-
day, Saturday, are a good business all
round.
Retail Trade.
There has been considerable im-
provement In this branch during the past
week ; society events have been numerous
in the way of dinners, weddings and balls,
and business has been well distributed
among the retailers all over the city. The
most popular and expensive flowers used
were cattleyas and Beauty roses. Both of
these were extensively called for by the
most fashionable set.
A very noticeable orchid decoration took
place at the residence of Mr. W. C. Whit-
ney, on Tuesday evening. The dining
table was nearly circular, and covers were
laid for 24 guests. In the center of the
table was a flat decoration 8x14 feet. This
space was first covered with Adiantum
Farleyense, over which were distributed
500 specially selected cattleya flowers,
together with 850 dendrobium blooms, and
. number of spikes of Lailla anceps. The
ombination produced a most exquisite
ffect. A dance followed, and for this, in
ther parts of the house were some exceed-
ingly attractive groups of plants and
flowers.
n the ballroom a charming effect was
made at the base of the three mirrors and
in the two flreplaces with Nephrolepls
exaltata var. bostoniensis and Magna
Charta roses. The above decorations were
the work of the Rosary Flower Co., 365
Fifth avenue, J. H. Troy, manager. This
same company made an attractive window
display this week in the form of a tree,
showing the natural growth of dendrobi-
nms. The tree itself was the top of a large
ailantus, about 11 feet in height, with 10
branches, making a spread of 10 feet, and
on these limbs and on the trunk were at-
tached whole plants, which had been taken
out of the pots or rafts to be so utilized.
They were wired on, and afterwards
covered with Florida moss, producing
a most natural and realistic effect. In all
there were on the plants so distributed
1100 blooms. The varieties were Dendrobi-
um Wardianum and D. noblle and its
varieties. Mr. Troy was very proud of this
masterpiece, and well he might be.
The Bridgeman Co. had the Astor
decorations, and G. M. SXUMPP had a
number of wedding and dinner orders, as
also had Sieerecht & Son. J. H. Small
& Sons had several very large dinner
decorations ; for the centerpiece of one
they used SCO Beauty.
R. W. Clucas has entered Into partner-
ship with A. T. Boddington, who for a
number of years has been in the employ of
Pitcher & Manda as traveling salesman ;
and, under the firm name of Clucas &
Boddington Co., they will conduct a gen-
eral seed and bulb business at 501-503
West 13t,h St.; also acting as agents for
several of the leading European firms.
Mr. Boddington will go on the road for the
new concern.
Chicago.
Florists' Club.
The question of the evening, " Should
Retail Flori-ts Buy Flowers of Whole-
salers who Sell at Retail," brought out
from 75 to 100 people at the regular club
meeting on the night of the 14th. Nearly
every wholesale house in the city was
represented by one or more, to hear what
the retailers had to charge against them ;
the balance being made up mostly of retail
men and a sprinkling of growers. After
the usual routine business, which Included
a proposition to Invite the American Car
nation Society to hold its meeting in 1898
in this city, the fun of the evening began.
Some lively charges were made, the re-
tailers claiming that their business was
materially Interfered with by the practice
that has grown up of selling cut flowers at
retail to others than those in the trade,
and also that considerable funeral work
was being done by wholesalers. It was
suggested that some means be found to
stop these practices by mutual agreement,
and if that could not be accomplished re-
tailers should patronize only such houses
as did this kind of work in a way as to be
the least objectionable.
Several wholesalers insisted that they
did not want nor did they handle a retail
trade, but that at times their out-of-town
customers sent such orders to be filled,
and they could not well, refuse them, also
that family or friends occasionally got
accommodated. The question was often
put by those present: Would the retailers
stand by and aid all wholesale houses that
declined to do a retail trade ? Some lively
repartee was Indulged in during the dis
cussion, and there was a pretty general
feeling that the question was hardly one
the Club Itself could settle, but that it lay
rather between the retailers as a body and
the wholesale houses. The discussion
ended harmoniously on a rising vote, that
appeared unanimous, to the effect that
"retail fiorists should not buy of whole-
salers who sold at retail."
John C. Ure's grower, James Harts-
horn, showed a splendid vase of Albertini
carnations.
State of Trade.
The general state of the flower
trade has been as gloomy as the weather.
It is useless to deny the fact that all are in
the same boat— wholesalers and retailer.—
while the growers must very often have
poor returns, probably 25 to 50 per cent,
of last year's prices. The only consola-
tion the growers have, so far, is that the
coal pile lasts well.
Even mushroom growing, that heretofore
helped out somewhat, seems overdone; 10c.
per lb. was the price touched in South
Water st. the past week.
Jottings.
There are still excellent California vio-
lets in the market ; they sell as well as the
doubles.
Charles H. McCAULEr, for 11 years
ith J. C. Vaughan, as bookkeeper atd
credit man, severs his connection Febru-
te has purchased and will remove
to a fine fruit farm in South Missouri.
Edgar Sanders.
!••:
Jan. 23, 1897.
Thb Plorists' Exchmnge.
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Boston.
Market !(atei.
The Bower trade in this city re-
mains in an uncertain and far from natis-
factory condition. Prices are low and the
demand is fluctuating. The wholesalers
are doing a very good .shipping trade,
which denotes that business in other sec-
tions of New England Is comparatively
better than in this city.
Good white carnations and white roses
have been in better demand than most
flowers, but other lines in season are
abundantly supplied. Von Sion, Trum-
pets, tulips and other bulbous stock, is
becoming quite plentiful, but prices are
lower than in previous years for the early
stock. Violets are abundant, though
many of them are of inferior quality.
Jacq. roses have made their appear
ance in this city, and are bringing |6
per dczen for first quality.
Here and There.
Mr. Hollis Webster, of Cambridge,
deli vered a lecture before the Massachusetts
Horticultural Society, on Saturday on
"Structure and ClassiHcation of Mush-
rooms." The lecture was very interesting
and was accompanied by stereopticon illus-
trations. Next Saturday, January 30, one
of the most interesting lectures of the
season will be given by Mr. Henry T.
B.^iley, Massachusetts Slate Supervisor of
Drawing, upon the subject, " Plant
Beauty," with blackboard sketches. Mr.
Bailey's lectures in the past fevf jears
have attracted national attention, and it
is safe to promise a great treat to the horti-
culturists who attend the meeting next
Saturday at 11 o'clock.
The annual dinner of the Boston Gar-
deners and Florists' Club, is announced to
occur at the American House, on the
evening of Thursday, February 11. All
interested are invited to attend, and
tickets, at $2.50 each, will be on sale at the
various markets, wholesale houses and
seed stores of Boston, or may be procured
from the officers of the Club.
D. L. Taylor, Jr., of Melrose, has the
sympathy of the trade in the loss of his
wife, who was buried on Wednesday last.
The lease and fixtures of DooGUE & Co 's
store are offered for sale.
W. D. Philbrick & Co. have opened a
retail flower store at the corner of Centre
aud Beacon sts., Newton Centre.
The Cottage Gardens, Queens, N. Y.,
through their representative, H. L. Little-
field, will make an exhibition of new car-
nations at the Co-operative Flower Market,
on Wednesday morning next.
Welch Brothehs will place specimens
of the new white carnation, Ntvea, on ex
hibition at the flower market next Wednes-
day morning. W. K. W.
Philadelphia.
HortlCDltaral Society.
The monthly meeting on Tuesday
last was a great success. The attendance
was very large. The lecture of Dr. Roth-
rock on Forestry was listened to with
marked attention.
At the business meeting of the Society,
Sidney W. Keith was elected a vice-presi-
dent, and John Westcott a member of the
executive council. There were nine mem-
bers elected and seven proposed. The
Clark premiums for vase of 100 carnations
were awarded, first to Hugh Graham, for
a grand vase of Victor; second to H. Weber
& Son, Oakland, Md., for a vase of Uncle
John. Messrs. Weber also made a display
of eleven unnamed varieties, among which
were many good ones, the one attracting
most attention being a flue red, of good
promise.
A feature of the exhibits was a grand
display of mushrooms from Wright &
Ward. No premiums were offered for
these, but the judges made special men-
tion of the di.-piay, stating that it was the
best of the kind ever exhibited before the
Society.
Market Sews.
The condition of trade has not
changed very much during the past week.
Flowers have not been so plentiful, aud
growers have had no trouble to dispose of
their stock. Roses have been much in de-
mand, in fact, large roses were very scarce
during the early part of the week. Prices
have not changed from last week's al-
though somewhat flrmer.
Carnations have not been so plentiful,
aud have been moving much better; the
quantity of fancy liowers is much larger
then for several weeks [last ; some excel-
lent Daybreak aud Albertini and Scott are
now coming in.
Violets have been more In demand, and
very tew have had to Ije sacrificed ; the
large single varieties, such as Luxonne
and California, are more largely called for
Harrisii lilies are very plentiful, but so
far the demand is limited, aud prices range
from $1 to $1 50 per di z-n. Bulbous stock
of all kinds is in poor demand, and what is
sold goes at low prices.
Plant trade has been unusually quiet
tbi's past three weeks ; growers have much
diflicnlty in disposing of azaleas, only
sufficient being sold to decorate the store
windows. Small ferns are about all in
this line that Is moving In any satisfactory
quantity.
Oan Club.
A team of twelve went out to Nor-
ristown on Wednesday last to try conclu
sions with the Penn Club of that town.
The florists got the worst of the deal by
39 points, the score being 240 to 201. An
all-day shoot has been arranged to take
place on the grounds at Wissinoming on
February 22, and promises to tte the best
yet held by the Club. David Rdst.
Baltimore.
The Market.
Carnations this year are not the
sellers they were last season. Roses are
holding their own. Violets are often a
dt-ad issue. Bulbous flowers sell orly
when other stock is gone, or to supply a
shortage cheaply.
The stock coming in now Is very fair,
with plenty on hand to meet general de
mands ; this holds good, with the excep-
tion of Beauty and fancy roses.
Notes.
Philip Welsh has opened a store
on Linden avenue. His well-known energy
«lll no doubt make this new venture a
while In use as such.
The Gun Club is making wonderful
records here now. The shoot at Mr
Binder's place the other d^y was a record
breaking one. Moss and Halliday overdid
themselves.
Mr. Boas, of Edwards & Docker, Phila-
delphia, was in town this week.
Edwin A. Seidewitz.
Buffalo.
The weather in this city has been remark-
ably pleasant for Winter time— open and
bright— which favorably helps the blossom-
ing of flowers.
Trade in general is between moderate
or rather slow and normal ; occasional
calls for funeral work making a little spurt
in a demand for certain lines of flowers.
Stock continues plentiful all around,
carnations being in rather larger supply
than needed, with quality way up, while
Harrisii lilies are showing up in fine con-
dition now from a number of local growers,
and, to a limited extent, are selling well.
Roman hyacinths seem to be a drug.
No club quorum again at the last meet-
ing night, set down for the 12th inst.
What is to be done ?
Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Rebstock are sojourn
ing in New York City and New Haven,
Conn.
Recent visitors were A. L. Vauehan,
Chicago ; J. Austin Shaw, New York ;
Charles L. Dole, Lockport, and E A.
Butler, Niagara Falls. ViDi.
Cincinnati.
Trade Items.
During the past week trade has
been quite steady and prices fair. Bride
and Bridesmaid sold at 4c. to 7c.; Perle,
3c. to 4c.; Beauty, 50c.; Meteor, 6c. to 8j ;
carnations, medium, Ic. to I/2C. ; fancy, 2c.
to 3c.; valley, 3c. to 4c;.; Romans, Ic. to 2c. ;
narcissus, 2c. to So.; Adiantum cuneatum,
Ic. to IJio.; smilax, 10c. to 15c. : fancy ferns.
153. per 100 ; calias, $1 per dozen. We have
seen very few Harrisii this season. Von
Sion narcissus sell at 50c. per dozen, and
Trumpet Major at 36c. Only a limited
quantity Is being received.
Stock, owing to the unusual cloudy
weather, is a little scarce, and everything
in the shape of flowers is readily disposed
Several of our carnation growers have
pink sports of Daybreak. A. R. Aldrich,
of Springfleld, O., sent to the writer two
perfect blooms of one sport ; it Is identical
with the parent, except in color, but it i.s
of no special value in comparison with other
pink varieties which we already have.
T, WiNDRAM and C. C. MuRPHT, of this
city, both have sports from Daybreak.
R. J. MnRPHThas been couflned to the
house for several days with the grippe,
but Is getting better. E. G. Gillett.
Indianapolis.
The Society of Indiana florists held its
annual meeting on January 14 last. Treas-
urer J.T. Huntington reported sufflcleat
money In the treasury to meet all obliga
tions, including the deficitof $500 resulting
from the chrysanthemum show last year,
with a very satisfactory balance on hand.
After a very full discussion it was decided
to hold a flower show next Fall, the motion
to that effect being carried by a small
majority only.
It was decided to hereafter hold the
meetings of the Society in the horticul-
tural rooms at the State house, as was
formerly done.
Olficers were elected for the ensuing year
as follows : President, J. S. Stewart,
Anderson ; vice-president, Henry W. Rie-
man, Indianapolis; secretary, Robert E.
McKeand, Garfield Park; assistant secre-
tiry, John Hart j,--, Indianapolis; executive
committee, Fred. Dorner, Lafayette; E.G.
Hill, Richmond ; Henry Rieman, William
G. Bertermann, Anthony VN Icgaud, In-
dianapolis.
Index to Advertisements.
;KJr SSons,. 71
^RJriSoDB 71
Auctioneers
McCarthy N F & Co.
Begoni»»
Nefl LI
Oasis Nursery Co...
Boar4l or Ti'aer 100- Alaska. Rose Queen, Storm
MINNIE COOK!
Largest stock io the country of this finest
of variegated carnations. Strong, healthy,
rooted cuttings, ready middle of January.
Hare also other varieties, including Storm
King, Delia Fo.\, Bridesmaid, Scott, etc.
WRITE Fr)R PRICES.
Meadow View Greenhouses, fiisiffa^tt.it.j
CARNATIONS
Violets and Aljssn.
Taken from healthy stock; well rooted.
Send for Trade I,,lst.
E. J. CLOUD, Lock Box 32, ivondale. Pa.
The New Scarlet Carnation
MORELLO
$76.00 per lOuO.
CARNATIONS
ROOTED CUTTINGS
WM. SWAYNE, Kennett Square, Pa.
ELDORADO
Rooted cuttings, $2.00 per 100; $15.00 per 1000
LADY CAMPBELL VIOLETS.- Rooted runners
fc cts. per 100 : $5 . 00 per 1000.
GIANT DOUBLE ALYSSUM.-$i.co per 100; $8.o<
per KK^..
Send for Circular.
W. R. SHELMIRE, Avondale, Pa.
CARNATIONS ^^^^'^•4^^;^. T.U'/J
100: »1-' 50 per 1000.
Tho». Cartledue, Kobinoor, Hose Queen
Bride of brleacourt, t'J.OO per 100: $15.00 iier 10(1
VIOLETS ^i^i^Hlr'f^l^S"*
JOSEPH RENARD, Unionyjiie, '\t" Pa,
Rooted Cuttings^. .
, Meteor. Kr'
CARNATIONS.
McGowan. Scott, Purita
Dean Hole. $.
PRES. CARNOTROSE. flood stronggraftca
planu from 3 In. pots; ready Feb. 15. HO per 100,
WUf r«rkl Ce Let me Bgure on
. V». OULBS what you need.
maple Hill Rose Farm, hOKOMO, IND
,T^HE BEST COMMERCIAL .
WHITE CARNATION
.^^ON THE MARKET.
NIVEA
NO RUST. NO BACTERIA.
CLEAN AND HEALTHY.
A FREE BLOOMER. A READY SELLER.
Side by side for two seasons and under tire same
treatment Nivea has proved itself more floriferous
tlian Scott.
Thie flower is large, clear white, with extra strong
calv-x, and has a long, stiff, wiry stem.
The plant is of open, erect growth, and when
planted 9 inches apart each way they receive plenty
of light and air.
The stock has never been exposed to rust, nor has
it ever shown any signs of bacteria.
The originator, Mr. H. A. Cook, Shrewsbury,
Mass., has a large stock of Nivea, and it has never
been overpropagated.
It has all the necessary qualifications of a stand-
ard commercial white carnation :
SELLS WELL.
KEEPS WELL.
SHIPS WELL.
The undersigned have handled the entire output
of cut blooms of Nivea, and they have sold readily
at an advance over other white carnations in the
Boston market.
ROOTED CUTTINGS
READY FOR DELIVERY
MARCH 1st.
Per 100, $10
Per 500, $35
Per 1000, $60
WELCH BROS.
SOLE AGENTS.
CITY HALL FLOWER MARKET,
NO. 15 PROVINCE STREET,
BOSTON, nA5S.
CORNER'S
HEW GHBKPHS
....FOR 1897....
MRS.CHAS.H.DUHME.!,!^
^^^ , Color
,^, large flower, fragrant,
3 strong stiff stem. Plant
vigorous, erect grower, a very early, free
and constant bloomer, much more so than
any of the light pink varieties, rivaling in
productiveness with Scott. This promises
to be the best of the light pink r"™'— ■"■-'
varieties. Certificated at India
Philadelphia. We have f
V for fi\
andi
lapolisand
ndespensable at
MRS. GEO. M. BRADT If^r^L^?
clear white, heavily edged and striped with
bright scarlet, giving it a very bright and
cheerful appearance. Flowers large and
full, with center petals standing erect, giv-
ing the bloom a well rounded form. Calyx
resembling Mme. Albertini. Habit strong
and vigorous This variety is now in its
fourth year and has proven the most even
"---"year.
omer trom early to late.
these flowers the highest
prices paid in tne market. Received gold
medal at .\tlanta, certificate at same place
and at Chicago.
C A DANA Delicate shell pink vigorous
V* /\« L/riliri wiry grower. Medium to
large flowers on strong, stiff, wiry stems,
color soft and exceptionally pleasing.
Flower a splendid keeper. One of the most
attractive colors in pink carnations. Stoc k
limited.
Rooted cuttings ready March 1, 1897.
$10.00 per 100; STS.OO per 1000.
Plants from soil at same price four weeks
later.
F.DORNER&SONSCO.
LA FAYETTE, LND.
Carnations, Etc,
All the best NoTeltles of 1897,
and the cream of standard
varieties, in the very best
condition
Look out tor our Wholesale
List, which will appear shortly
in the Florists' Exchange. . .
H. Vt'EBER & SONS,
Boi 67, Floral Park OAKLAND. Md
NOW READY
50,C
Healthy, Well Rooted
— Carnation Cuttings
William Sc
Wave, Porti!
1000.
Daybreak,
ott, Liizle McGowan. Tidi
, at «1.50 per 100, jlO.OO pi
Anna Webb, J. J.
Daiz Albertini, Alai
<;ilbert, Kohinoor, and Jactiue
S3. 00 per 100. *15.00 per 1000.
James Horan i Son, Bridgeport, Conn.
Carnations.
Healthy, w,vU-n.ulid cultiiits. ISutlercup,
Kldorado, Helen Keller, Scott. McGowan,
Lola C. Haettel, Grace Wilder Portia, Cart-
ledge. Anna Webb, Kitty Clover, Hawaii,
Tidal Wave. Send for prices. No rust.
Pnloiic Hooted cuttings. Nn mealy bugs.
UUICU9. 76 varieties, ready Feb. 1. 70c. per
1110, liy mail ; $5.1iO per 1(H»I, by e.xpre68.
Strobllanthes Dyerianus.
Kont. d culIinKS. $1 All per 110, by mail.
Giant Double Alyssum.llC^^'i'oX
per liKi, by mall ; $.o uo per KOO, by eiprefs.
Lady Campbell Violets. rrn:"."^:
per 110 liy iiiuil I %^ l«i |"T 10(10. by express.
Wm. H. Search, Avondale. Chester Co., Pa.
CN-r:ONTHrf
78
The F=lorists' Exchange.
Famous Carnation Delia Fox
Sbonld be Krovrn toy everybody. The past season must have taught all
growers that the high-gr.de Carnations are the only o es that were profitable,
and Delia Fox stands above them all for srze, color and stems. Kooted cuttings
now ready. MYKRS & SAMT.VIAN, Wyndmoor, Chestnut HUl, Phi]
GERANIUMS ...
Pelargoniums, best varieties, 1
Ivy Geraniums, $2 00 per 100.
The Farqahar Violet plants,
GERANIUMS!
ROOTED CUTTINGS.
Bruant, La Pilote, S. A. Nutt, Vfhite Swan.
Named, assorted, $1.50 per 100 : $16.00 per lUOO.
Pjrethrum.'''"'«ca°sh"'it''h'order.*''"-
WM. J. CHINNICK, Trenton, N. J.
COLEUS.
Here is your chance! Red Yer6ciiafi*e1tll
and Golden Bedder^ the leaders, for $7.00 per
1000, strong, well rooted cuttings. Mixed choice
or oue-balf with order balance C. O. D.
GHAS. L. MARSHALL, Lowell, Mass.
67 MERRIM&C STREET.
Della Fox
25.000 '*" n*„t^„.,? Vi*ii,?p
deVoechtadeWiidB, Wilmington, Del.
BALTIMORE
A New Pink Carnation. Color of Craig,
large, tight, fragrant : stiff stem, good keeper.
Ready January 2.5. Rooted Cuttings,
SI. 50 per doz.; SI 0.00 per 100.
CONRAD HESS,
329 Friendship Ave., BALTIMORE. MO.
ROOTED CUTTINGS.
CARNATIONS.
50,000 Scott $1.00 per 100
50,000 McGowan .... i 00 " 100
50,000 Daybreak 1.25 " lOO
10,000 Storm King .... 1.25 " 100
10,000 Portia 1. 10 " 100
10,000 T. Wave I.io " 100
10,000 Anna Webb . . . . i.io " 100
10,000 Mrs. Fisher .... i.io " 100
5,000 Meteor 1.25 " 100
5,000 Eldorado 3.00 " 100
EDW. J. T.WLOR,
TERMS: Wholesale Catnation Grower,
Cash or Reference. SOUTHPORT, CONN.
Providence.
The market.
During the past week business has
shown a slight improvement over that of
last week. The weather has been very
much against any great advance, there
being a drop in temperature of 42J degrees
in 24 hours. Carnations still hold the
market, white being more plentiful than
for the fortnight previous. A few Della
Fox are being brought in, but they do not
show the perfection that was expected of
this variety. Eldorado is thought well of,
and what tew have come in And ready sale.
The demand for violets is not so brisk as it
has been, although few are left over.
Roses sell well on sight; Bride and Brides-
maid at $2 per dozen ; Perle and Wootton,
$1.50; Bon Sllene, 75o. to II. Yellow
tulips and narcissus appeared the past
week and sold well at $1 per dozen.
Jottings.
A slight blaze Tuesday night oc-
casioned small damage to the greenhouse
and contents belonging to Chakles T.
Wright, 397 Washington st.
Francis Cassidt, assistant at the Rhode
Island Greenhouse, Pawtucket, has severed
his connection therewith.
William Maxfikld has recently put In
an eleven-section Exeter boiler at his
greenhouses at Barriugton. During a
recent cold snap his boilers gave out, and
it was only by kindling log fires In between
his benches that he succeeded in saving
Johnston Bros, have removed from 214
Union St. to better quarters at 82 West-
minster St. They report an increase in
business since their removal.
Robert Hogg is expected home about
the231in8t from a three months' trip to
Eagland and Scotland.
William Lewis Smith, a well-known
veteran nurseryman, died the 13th inst. at
his home in Johnston. He was born 80
years ago in Warwick, R. I.
W. H. Mason.
Tobac-Oil Kills Iphis
MONEY BACK
IF IT FAIL.
$25.00 REWARD
Will be paid to any person securing a good po-
sition to a good gardener. (Gentleman,s place.)
Address, C. O. D., care Florists' Exchange.
WHEN WHITINOMENTIOKTi:: FLORISTS- EXCHANGE
WANTED.
A first-class orcliid grower ; must
have the best of reference ; state wages.
Address
J. T., care Florists' Exchange.
^V ANTED TO RENT
lat is raised is sold at
take place about May
Greenhouses. Stores, Etc.
$500 C^SXX
Lady preferred. Address
Mrs. Hulonce, Florist, Jacksonville, Fin.
WHEN WRmNO MENTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHANGE
FOR SALE ^?JrewYi
New York.
FOR SAIt. ^ The Newest.
eaBou my orders so far exceeded my
■ , I was three or four weeks
Inp. and in the hurry perhaps
sent out before beiiifZ proper-
lar 1 think 1 have ample stock
th atroDB well rooted plants
ludlng Pink Beauty and De-
plants, many flowers over 4 inches dlamete
100, »1.25.'
Geraniums, 24 choice double and single
Abutilona, white, scarlet, yellow, and
Souv. de Bonn
Heliotrope
Slrobllantl
AKerntnm, white ai
Genlaiii Ki
BrK
BOK
SScarlec Sage,
" " Cluai
t,laveR
nob lndl»m..3lnch pots '.'. 6.00
GEORGE J. HlieHES, Berlin, M. J.
IHCN WRrTINQ MENTION THE fLORISTS' CXCHANOr
BOKODlns, in variety..
arlet Sage, Wm. B
ipheo, Cluar I
DOUBLE PETUNIAS.
Our stock of these is too well
good healthy plants from 3-inch 1
varieties for $1.50.
TUBEROUS ROOTED BEGONIAS.
Now Is the time to plant for
Singles in separati
$2.50 per 100: $20.00 per 1000
te, yellow, orange and rose,
$3.00 per 100 ; $26.00 per 1000
$1.00 per dozen; $7.00 per 100
, white, rose, yellow, $1.25 per doz.; $8.00 per 100
GLOXINIAS.
1 of the Crassifolia type i
t.tW per 100 ; $30.00 per
SPECIAL VALUE IN YOUNG PALMS.
KENTIA BELMOREANA.
Having ai
to supply the
by laying in t
21'4-incli pots.
1 $15.00 per 100 ; $UO.OU per
25.00 ■• 240.00 •
45.00 •' 400.110 '
KENTIA FORSTERIANA.
;h pots, $1 50 per doz.; $10.00 per 100 ; $ 90.00 pc
LATANIA BORBONICA.
2M->och pota, $ .75 per doz.; % 5.00 per WO ; $ 40 00 per 1000
FUCHSIA TEIPHTLLA HTBRIDA.
A FEW GOOD NEW OR RARE PLANTS.
Ne-w Asparagus Spreiigerl.— 2!4-inch pots. $1.25 per
doz.; $8.00 per 100.
Allainauda ■wrilllainsl.-S-lnch pots, $2.00 per doz.; $15 00
per luo.
New Carnation Victor.— Hooted cuttings from soil,
ready March 15; $1..50 per doz.; $10.00 per 100.
Fuchsia Tripliylla Hjbrlda.-Entirely distinct, a va-
riety 1 hat is sure to please. 20 cts. each ; $2.00 per doz.
New Red Spiraea Antliony IVaterer.— One year old
plants, $1.50 per doz ; $10.00 per 100.
New Rudbecfela Golden Glow.— Good divided
crowns, $1.00 per doz.; $0.00 per 100.
Ne-w Pelargonium Dorotliy.— A very choice variety.
.. collection of 24 of the choicest Kii-
u. importation from J&pan, $1.50 per <
: $2.60.
Japanese Iris.
feri varieties in cultivat
$10.00 per 100 ; set of 24 f
New Sword Fern, Nepurolepls Cordata Com-
pacta.- We consider this the most valuaiilo addition to our list of
terns for many year* and the most desirable sword fern in cultiva-
tion. 3-inch pots, $2.00 per doz.; $15.00 per 100.
For a full line of Novelties as well as a full standard
collection of seasonable stock, see our Quarterly Trade List,
virhich will be issued about January 13th.
We are Sole Agents for Mr. Crozy for the distribution of
his new Cannas in the United States. A descriptive circular
of his latest novelties will be mailed upon application.
2H.inchpots,30ct8reachi$2..iOpcrdoz. I "' uis micoL .mvc.,-.c= ^ .......>... „, ,.,
HENRY A. DREER, Ili.Ch??.!?HL. ?![??'' PHILADELPHIA, PA.
80
The Florists'
:XCH2=CNG1
Pittsburg,
CiDb Notee.
The first regular meeting of the
Florists' Club this year was very gratify-
ing, about thirty members being present.
Wm. Faulk wasproposert for membership.
The nominations for officers resulteri as
follows: for President, John Bader ; Vice-
president, Geo. Oasterle; Treasurer, J.
Semple ; Secretary, L. P. Langhans, A.
Dilxeli and E. C. Beineman ; Assistant
Secretary, E. C. Ludwig ; Executive Com-
mittee, three to elect, Geo. Burke, G.
Ludwig. F. Burki, S. McClements and
P. S. Randolph. Messrs. Oesterie and
Langhans were appointed to audit the
books of the Club and report at next
meeting.
Trade Net«8.
Trade was very slow the past week
and stock very abundant. Funeral work
was scarce, and if it had not been for a few
social affairs, which gave a little work for
several firms, the business would have
been very unsatisfactory. No change in
prices of stock from those of last week is
to be reported.
Jottings.
Elliott & Ulam had a fine display
of orchid blooms in their window last
week, which attracted the passers-by.
H. Weber, the carnation grower from
Maryland, spent a day in the city.
Mrs. Mary Herron, mother of John Her-
ron, foreman of the Allegheny Park Con-
servatories, died January 19, aged 82 years.
The Bureau of Parks, of Pittsburg, Is
receiving bids for 150 000 trees which are
to be planted this Spring.
The grand entrance to Highland Park is
almost completed, and is a fine piece of
work, although costly ; but there is nothing
slow about Pittsburg in spending money
for any Park purposes.
E. C. Reineman.
Toronto.
Hsrket Kens.
Trade continues fair with stock
still plentiful and prices about the same as
last week. Carnations and violets are very
good and more abundant ; valley is also
coming in in good shape ; daffodils have
made their appearance, and the demand
for them is good ; they sell at $3 and $4 per
100.
There have been several weddings during
the week, but none of them very elaborate.
Tidy bad one out of town at which a con-
siderable quantity of stock was used ; the
bride's bouquet was a very handsome one,
made with white orchids, valley, white
lilac and asparagus.
Horticultural Society.
The annual meeting of the Horti-
cultural Society was held in the City Hall,
January 13 The directors' report was
adopted and officers for the coming year
elected. They are: H. Simmers, president;
E Uttley, first vice-president ; G. D. Man.
ton, second vice-president; C. Chambers,
secretary-treasurer; directors.J. Chambers,
Dr. J. O Orr, A. H. Ewing, B. Crossland,
Mr. Merry, G. Vair, G. Reeves, T. Mc-
Queen and C. McP. Ross. Dr. Orr and
T. Manton were selected as representatives
to the Industrial Exhibition. The presi-
dent and officers, in short speeches after
their election, promised to push the-work
of the Society with all their ability, and
there is every prospect of a very successful
year. Many amateurs have signified their
intention of joining the Society. Four of
the new directors and the first vice-presi-
dent are amateurs, and the balance of the
officers are professionals, who represent
nearly all branches of the trade.
Thos. Manton.
Washington.
The floral work In the decorations tor
the Inaugural Ball has been awarded by
the executive committee of the inaugura-
tion committee to Messrs. J. H. Small &
Sons. Over twenty firms submitted bids,
and some of them were considerably under
that of the successful firm. The decora-
tions, according to the plans, are to be on
a more extensive scale- than hitherto. In
the main hall foliage and plants only are
to be used ; the fiowers are to be confined
to the President's reception rooms.
At the State dinner last week the table
was decorated with Golden Gate roses,
furnished by A. Gude & Bro. The firm is
cutting some remarkably large blooms of
this popular variety ; they are also taking
the lead with La France this season. The
President Carnot rose is fulfilling all ex-
pectations ; it seems to be a magnificent
flower in every respect.
A florist here has a nice lot of the Carnot
rose, and by planting out time will have
in the neighborhood of 2000 plants. He
came Into possession of a plant when it
was offered by some northern nursery-
men last Spring. Every bud from it was
put on to seedlings of the Prairie rose.
turn put on to other seedlings, so that
there is now no lack of wood from which
to strike cuttings. G. W. O.
Brooklyn, N. Y.
Trade here has been extremely quiet
since the holidays, and although the sup-
ply of flowers coming in is not large,
there is sufficient for all demands.
G. W. Crawbock has moved into the
store formerly run by J. Austin Shaw, at
926 Fulton St. Mr. Shaw is now devoting
all his attention to the wholesale branch.
Dazet & Makenos have opened up a
new flower store at 191 Washington St.,
and make a very tasty window display.
Peter Mallon, Court St., who has been
laid up for a couple of weeks with sore
eyes, is now around again.
PIPEl
Wreu(hl Iron Pip*. Valvaa, Oeoka,
He**, Pump* and W*ll Point*.
, K&y, 42 Dey St., New York.
VALVES
GLASS
FOR GREENHOUSES, CONSERVATORIES, GRAPERIES, HOTBEDS AND
AND FLORISTS' USE GENERALLY. AT LOWEST RATES.
L. HKRRIS 8£ SON.
497 W. BROADWAY, NEW YORK, 89 LIBERTY ST., NEW YORK
I RAFFIA
\ FOR TYING BUDS AND GRAFTS
Acknowledged superior to all other materials used
for similar purposes. "Sold by the pound. If you
never saw it, get a sample and quotations.
THOMAS MEEHAN & SONS.Germantown.Pa.
>'t^xi.-
stitule for putty. Superior in everv wny.
M ASXICA and HASXICA GLAZING
SIACHINES were given Hiichest Award of
S. A. F. at Pittsburn. Address for circular,
F. 0. PIERCE CO., 170 Fulton St., N. Y.
Sole Manufacturers.
SCOLLAY'S
I.MPROVED
PUTTY BULB,
For Olazlng Sash, Etc,
-ALSO THE—
PATENT PUNT SPHINKLER
For sale by your Seedsman,
or sent, post-paid for 81.00.
JOHN A. SCOLLAT,
74 ft 76 Myrtle Ave..
BROOKIiVN, - N. V.
89 & 91 Centre St.,
NEW YORK.
?END STAMP FOR CATALOCUC
WHEN WRrriNO MENTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHANGE
IK YOU W^ANX
A GOOD SASH LIFT
For a Very Uttle Money Get
TH£
••NEW DEPf\RTURE,"
'VENTILaTING f\PPl.)f\NCE.^
For Descriptive Cataloiruo Send to
). CARMODY, Evansvllle, Ind.
Modern Greenhouse
Heating.
One of our boilers, 10,880 feet of two
inch pipe, and sixty tons of coal will heat
22,400 feet of glass (four 20x200 feet
double gable houses ) to 65 degrees in
coldest Winter weather ; they have done
it, and will do it for you — we guarantee
it. Our boilers are not only the best of
their kind, but the best made. Thev have
the largest "firebrigbt" direct surface,
are the easiest cleaned, handled and set
up ; and from engineering facts, they are
the ideal frictionless, economical water
heating boilers of our day.
Plenty's Horticultural Works,
148-166 Randolph, Ave.,
JERSEY CITY, N. J.
82
The Plorists* Exchange.
Out . Flower • Commission • Bealers.
J. K. ALLEN,
CUT FLO'WERS,
to. Telephone Call, 382 38th St.
ROSES AND VIOLETS SPECIALTIES.
FORD
BROS.
WHOLESALE
FLORISTS,
111 West 30th Street, |
NEW
YORK.
CoBsietmonts SoUcitod.
TeUpluae 260 3Sth St 1
WM. H. CUNTHER,
Wholesale Florist
MICHAEL A. HART,
Wholesale & Commission Florist,
118 W, 80th St., New York.
Telephone Cali. 1807 38th St.
An Jrmas of Roses, Vloiets and Carnations 1
a specialty.
ORDERS PROMPTLY ATTENDED TO.
H. A. HOFFMANN,
Wholesale Florist
54 W. 28th St., NEW YORK.
Telephone Call, 1847 18th St.
American Beauties. Carnations, White Violets
Specialties. CONSIGNMENTS SCLICITED.
I JULIUS LANG,
I Formerly with Theo, Roehra,
Wholesale Florist
53 WEST 30th ST.
Consignments Solicited. NEW YoRK.
FRANK niLLANQ,
Wiiolesale Gommission Dealer
....in Gut Flowers....
THE NEW YORK GUT FLOWER GO.
119-121 West 23d Street,
112-114 West 24th Street,
leleptone 733, IStli St., NEW YORK.
WliolGsale Dealei it Gut Flowers.
We are Headquarters for FINEST CARNATIONS and ROSES, ,
VIOLETS, VALLEY, ROMANS, SMILAX, ADIANTUM. KeJ^rvtdf^.'lh'ppi'ne
■ ■OUUER!*. . I
19-21 RANDOLPH
ST., CHICAGO.
NC MENTION THE FUORISTS- EXCHAWQE
Qrowers and Wholesale Dealers In CUT FLOWERS.
We grow the finest of American Beauties and other Roses. Also choice
selected Valley all the year round. Carnations, Smilax, Adiantum, etc.,
fresh cut. I^ong: Distance Xeleplione, main 223.
88, 90, 92 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO, III.
MENTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHANGE
Hutu kSD Ti;
, fancy and special .
" No.l
" Culls and 3rdlnu7 .
Bennett, Onsin
Bridesmaid
Jacqueminot
K. A. Victoria
La France, extra
" ordinary..
Magna Charta
Mme. Toitout
Meteor ,
Mrs. P. Morgan
NipbetoB, Hoste
Papa Gentler
80UV. de Wootton.
Ulrich Brunner...
Watte vUle.. ,
5 (Yel.iVarie
5 »Fanot (White....
e (The hltrhest J Knk
< IfradesofHtand- J Red
O ard varieties.) (Yel.iYari
[ N0VKLTIK8
OTPBIPBDIUim
liUjiss, Longiflorum
LlHOFTHE VaLLKY
MlOHONETTW .
Naboisstjs, Von Sion
Paper White
Roman Hyacinths
N»W lOBI BOSTOH
Jan. 22, 1887. Jan. 20, 1897
50.00 to 66.00 36.00
30.00 to 40.00
12.60 to 20.00
30.00 to «0.00
20.00 to 26.00
1.00 to
)!oo to £
Ohioaoo ST.Lotns
Jan. 20, 1897 Jan. 20, 1897.
?narantee 1
! found praoticaU:
! otherwise noted,
inquiry, and while we do
ct up to the date mentioned.
Wholesale Growers of Cut Flowers.
., . . . . . 500,000 Feet of Glass.
^ A S^t';'^" ' ^' orders on short notice with all leading varietiea of ROSES and
CARNATIONS. We are headquarters for fine AMERICAN BEAUTIES.
Give us a trial and convince yourself.
SALESROOM 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO, III.
__-^ WHEN WBITINO MENTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHANGE
SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, "prolP/T"
™«;S^ KAISERIN IS" NIPHETOS S---
Also Good Stock of BRIDE, BRIDESMAID, METEOR, &c.
We are still headquarters for finest and best varieties of CARNATIONS.
1612-1614 Barker St. Bet. chestnut & Market sts. Philadelphia, Pa.
KENNIGOTT BROS. GOMPANV,
Wholesale 'Cut -Flowers
88 -Wabasb Avenue,
CHICAGO, ILL.
WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY
J
CHARLES W, McKELLAR
Cut • Flowor ' Commission . Dealers.
PURDY & BLAUVELT,
Wholesale and Commission Dealers in
CUT FLOWERS
MAIDEHHAI2 fZEH FEONDS A SPESIALTT.
57 WEST 30th STREET,
Bel. Broadway & 6th *yo. NEW YORK.
A. & F. ROLKER,
CUT FLOWERS
53 "West 28tH St.
Telephone 2379 38th St. NEW YORK.
lni.F=. SHERIDKN
Wholesale Comml^tlon Dealer In *
CUT FLOWERS
39 West 2Sth St., New York.
Telephone, 2U-38th St.
PRICE LIST SENT ON APPLICATION.
FaAlfX H. T&ASNSLT. 0HAB1.KB 8CEXNC2.
TRAENDLY & SCHENGK,
Wholesale Florists,
38 W. 2Bth St, and CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE.
NEW YORK.
Telephone 961-18th St.
I ^CniisiB-nmoiits Rollc
JOHN YOUNG,
Wholesale Florigt,
WM. J. BAKER,
Wholesale Florist
1432 So. Penn Square,
Philadelphia, Pa.
EDWARD REID,
Wholesale Florist,
Finest varieties, Roses, Carna-
tious, Violets and Chrysanthemums.
No. 40 South Sixteenth Street,
Local nnd Lone
Philadelphia.
DUMONT
& CO.,
WHOLESALE FLORISTS |
CAHNATIONS A
SPECIALTY.
No. 130.5 Filbert St
, Phila^ and 3 inch $2.00 per 100.
Best Script I.etter In the World, S4 a 100.
See cut of wooden letter bo.x we give away,
in next week's E.vchange.
BOSTON FLORIST LETTER CO .
B* Hawley Street, BOSTON, MASS.
THE NINTH VOLUME
; ^
of The Florists' Exchange has
just begun. To keep all the
copies in order and ready
for reference you should[have
one of our binders. We have
them in two styles,
Cloth leather back and corners, 75 cents.
Plain Cloth 45
The Florists' Exchange.
P.O. Box 1697. New York.
WHEN WRITIWQ MEHTIOW THE rtORI
WHOLESALE FLORISTS
JOBBERS IN FLORISTS' SUPPLIES. /'P BEIDES
Janli.neres Pe.l«l»N Umb.flla (/ BBIDESMAIIS
Si;Idr an/ iu^i°tV'\^5ej^|a^__^(/ ^^
84 HAWLEY STREET, BOSTON, MASS.
TOBACCO STEMS
75 Cts. per 100 lbs.
THE IIEST AND STRO\TJD iiTTKOXJ-crCEiD B-^" J" O XZ SiT "V^ H IT? E5 . EJllzaloetli, la". O".
and FIHEST Vr^l^KHNA^ VIGOROUS
FLOWERS ▼ l^iyi-Fl^ilrVO STOCK
BEST MAMMOTH, rooted cuttings
OLDER MAMMOTH, rooted cuttings....
BEST MAMMOTH, strong pot plants
OLDER MAMMOTH, strong pot plants .
.per iro, Jl 35; perl
STRONG
HEALTHY
CiRNIIIOIIS
ROOTED
CUTTINGS
Per 100. 1000.
Jubilee
Armazindy, iTOry, Delia Pox
aph.
Buttercup, M. H. Stanley 3 1
Bridesmaid, Meteor, Storm King,
Eldorado, Albert ini, Alaska, Day-
break, Puritan 2 I
Dean Hole, Ronton d'Or 2 !
Thos. Cartledje, E. A. Wood 2 I
Ijizzie .McGowan, Portia, Wra.Scolt. 1 i
:STRONG ROOTED CUTTINGS.
(Fucbutao, double an
*'everfew. Dwarf a
ropagation we
I can now make
One-half Size.) our price on
AI1^X[7IA atSSc. each ; S3.60 per doz. ; mUB.OO per
/AUO 1 rvin, 100 ; $200.00 per 1000.
I T A I I A at 60c. each ; $6.00 per doz.; $15.00 per 100 :
I I rVLin, $400.00 per 1000.
The prices tor Immediate delivery, and flne, large, home-
grown roots. Send for list of ALL THE NEWEST CANNAS at
popular prices.
»1 I '«ni n O"' entire stock of ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI, consisting of nearly 10,000
Al/l/^aUl/U. plants, was sold to Mr. Robert Craig— he knows a good thing when he sees it.
doz.; $10.00 per 100.
Philadelphia!
NEW ROSES, eUMBINO WOOTTON, OARMINE PILLAR, $2.00
•«• Send for oatalogue of novelties.
A. BLANC & CO., H^'iV
CLEMATIS ,,,
ARNATIONS "'
HRYSANTHEMUMS
For special priceH address
G.EISELE, (1th S Jefferson Sts.Phila. Pa.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
'WELCH BROTHERS,
DEALERS IN
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
No. 2 Beacon Street. - BOSTON.
aud all other i
petition.
WHEN WtllTINO MCNTION THE FLORISTS* EXCHANGE
r*S*TORRS & HARRISON CO.. Painesvllle. Ohio.
* Wboleasle Nurserymen and Florlsta, ^
^ Can ghow as flne blocks of Fruit and Ornamental Treea, Vines, Shruba, Rotei u can be 2
^ found in the U. S. We grow } million Roses and million of plants annually. Trade list Z
X free. Correspondence solicited. Mention paper.
100,000 VERBENAS.
Fine pot plants, $2.60 pertOO; $20 per 1000. Rooted Cuttings, $1.00 per 100; $8.00 per 1000.
■J'l- NO RUST OR TUYILDEJni*
Packed light and satisfaction guaranteed. Send for circular.
We are the largest growers of Verbenas lu the country. Our plants cannot be surpassed.
'l,l"p'e'r J. L. DILLON, Bloomsburg:, Pa.
Florists' Supplies.
Largest Stock in the Country.
All g-oode up to date, and of
superior quality.
Send for Illustrated Catalogue.
H. BAYERSDORFER
FOURTH STREET.
& CO.,
PHILADELPHIA,
THE FLORISTS* EXCHANGE
MY BUSINESS '^^»'"'"^'^">
year-
Because you canuot buy better or cheaper than ol'
A. HERRMANN, 404-412 E. 34th St., New York, near Ferry
MANUFACTURER OF METAL FLORAL DESIGNS, IMPORTER AND DEALER IN FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.
Write for Catalogue. Free to the trad*.
'^.
NE ATUM, 3 in. pots
3 inch pots, 12 to 16 In. high, 5 to 6 leaves
I'HBMUM FKUTESCENS HAI,LERII AUBEA, the new yellow
Daisy. Fine color, free bloomer ; a grand seller. Strong plants
2^ inch pots
„. pQjg
,AMEN FBRSICUM, 8
itAC^NA FRAORAN8, 6j
I.ATANIA BORBONIOA, i
) 6 leaves.,
COLEUS OUR SPECIALTY.
extra strong clean rooted cuttings of Colens, Golden Bedder, and
tod for 2% or 3 in. pots during the months of February, March and April at
n 6000 lots and oven 2"^ in. pots, $2.00 per 100.
!lOO,(
ots and oven 2"^
20,ooo CANNAS.
Alphonze Bouvler, Capt. P. de SuzzonI, Chas. Henderson. Exploratenr Orampbell,
Florence Vaughan, Mme. Crozy, Hiss Sarah Hill, Eldorado, Queen Charlotte, Admiral
Avellan, Souvenir d'Atoine Orozy, Comte de Boachaud, Mme. Monteflore, Helen
Gould, Sunshine, Sunbeam, J. R. Plerson, Oriole, Mme. Alphonse Bouvier, Colnmbla,
Tan der Berg, Miss Chas. Molin, Ehemanni and Professor.
BEDOING PLANTS,
Orders booked now for rooted cuttings otjall liinds of bedding plants. Write for prices.
ASPARAG17S PLUMOSUS,
Strong 3 year old plants from bed, $8.60 per doz., $50.00 per 100.
SEAWANHAKA GREENHOUSES, Oyster Bay, Queens Co., N. Y.
JAS. O. OI.ABK, Snpt.
. O. BOX 34..
WM. L. SWAN, FroprU
NOVELTY NU7VYBER.
We are a straight shoot and aim to grow into a vigorous plant.
A WEEKLY MEDIUM OF INTERCHANGE FOR FLORISTS, NURSERYMEN, SEEDSMEN AND THE TRADE IN CENERAU
m. IX. NO. 5.
NEW YORK, JANUARY SO, 1897.
One Dollar Per Year.
$ 1 7.52 PER CHSE
EOR
Lily of the Valley
QUALITY SUPERFINE. Berlin or Hamburg Pips.
A FEW CASES YET ONiHAND. ORDER QUICKLY.
NEW CHRYSANTHEMUM,
MISS LOTTIE D. BERRY.
(Certificated Under Name of Garret A. Hobart.)
This is a large pure white, incurved Japanese ; very full and double, borne
on a good, strong; stitf stem, well furnished with foliage up to the flower.
Blooms in mid-season, and is a first-class keeper. Certificate Chrysanthemum
Society of America, November 7, 1896. For illustration see Novelty portion
«f this issue, page II.
Price, 50c. each ; $5.00 per doz.; $35.00 per 100. Ready for delivery March 1st.
TUBEROUS BEGONIAS, single, separate, $25 per 1000 ; mixed, $33.50 per 1000.
FLORISTS' FLOWER SEEDS and all SPRING BULBS now ready. See our
new Wholesale Catalogue. A copy mailed free to all Florists upon request.
PITCHER & MANDA, Short Hills, N. J.
CHNNHS.
We oEfer a splendid collection In strong started growing plants. These are much better than dorma
its, a8 they are sure to grow, and are ready for immediate potting to grow on, and will give consldf
' ■"" ■ "■ 'of some of the finest varieties are quite limited, ai
■ " I many kinds will undoubtedly '
Spring
orders for these should be placed before It is too
«xhau8ted before the season is over. While there are large
is a great demand for the newer and scarcer sorts, and buyers will find it to their advantage to place
orders for these sorts early,
THE TWO NEW ITALIAN CANNAS.
Italia $6.00 per d z.; $40.00 per 100
Austria »4.00 per doz.; $25.00 per 100
NOVELTIES OF 1896.
Pierson-B Premier, Piipa, Black Beaiit.v $3 00 per doz.; $20.00 per lOj
CHOICEST SORTS OF RECENT INTRODUCTION.
F. R. Piernon, Cliicago, Columbia, Eldorado, Souv. de Autoiue Crozy and Queen
Charlotte. $2 (JO per doz.; Sl'J.OO per 10(1.
THE VERY CREAM OF THE OLDER SORTS.
Cro7.y, Cli
„, Paul Marauant. Pres. Carnot. .1. " " ■
$8.00 per
SEND POR OUR SPECIAI, l,0«V OFFER OF
PALMS or„ DECORATIVE PLANTS,
We offer for imn
ery an e3pecially fine lot of
ADIANTUM CUNEATUM.
SMALL FERNS FOR FERN PANS.
strong plants, iVi inch pots, assorUnl $6.00 per lOO
NEPHROLEPIS EXALTATA BOSTONIENSIS
Pine specimen plants grown in largo pans $2.00 each.
F'- R. PIERSOIT CO.
TARRYTOWN-ON-HUDSON, NEW YORK.
OUR PRICE LIST OF
0
Will be found on Pages 27, 28 and 29, of
the FLORISTS' EXCHANGE, January 9.
UR Asters are grown for us by the leading European Aster seed
grower, and the results obtained from our seed will prove true to
variety and color.
Semple's Superb Strain, Long Stemmed Chrysanthemum
Aster, colors white or pink. Price per packet, 25c. ; per oz., $2.00.
Giant Comet Aster. Price per packet, 250. ; per oz., $2.50.
"White Je'wel or Ball Aster. Long sought for color of
this popular class. Price per packet, 35c.
Dwarf Pearl Tuberose Bulbs, 4 to 6 inches in cir.,
$7.50 per 1000.
Tuberous Rooted Begonias, sound stock, 6 colors,
separate, $3.00 per 100.
Gloxinias, named varieties, $5.00 per 100.
In Making Up Your Order Don't Fail to Include Some
mn DEFimCE MIGNONEm
Offered this Season at
SI. 50 per oz., and 35 cts.
per packet, containing
F. E. mciiLLisTEB Tt^::
i)enDiiti)t.ii.Y.
Canna "YELLOW CROZY."
VAUCHAN'S No. I .>
WO yeare, ta a clear, pure canary yell
lower petal. The effect produced t
tbetlower petals are IH iQChea broad, thee
foliaee green. It has a re
spike-often as many ac
V canna we have seen, owlug to its good substance, it is. in an
1 has been sought for the past Ave years, a pure " Yellow Crozy.'
foliage. hei«
I habit of throwing >
Price prepaid, March 1 5th delivery, from 3-inch pots, $ 1 .50. Stock limited.
Canna BURBANK.
THE AMERIGAN SEEDLING, WITH GliNT ORCHID-LIKE FLOWERS.
SEEING IS BELIEVING.
Lines, says: "Yellow Bitrbank is the best yellow la cultivation now, very large tluuttw ut a handsome,
bright stiade of nearly pure yellow,"
Mr. J. T. Templb. of D ivenport, I
I much admired
• Jiurhank c
t'hlcago. $8.00. Second
TUBEROSE S-'.j--'.- -^,„io^j.* ^_
GLADIOLUS— '^-^•'^ Florist Mixlure. perlOO. $2.00; per 1000, »18.00.
C ANN AS— '■■"^I'lA. per 100. jiiO.oo.
\«Mr«r«MO AUSTRIA, per 100, »25.00.
pi_n\VER SEEDS— nr-'^'r STRAINS KOit florists.
r kwwKK acKus nkwcrop. tradk prick, list readi
BPf^ n N I A S Tuberous. »ep. culor«. 8liiBle.flr.st size. 100, 12.60.
blaUrilAS •.,»■ .I* medium, 100, »1.60.
C LOX I N I AS— 'P'endia bulb., per 100, MM.
CALADIUM ESCULENTUM--' " p"ioo.»s.oo.
ROSE — '^"''^- I'ltES. CARNOT, March Isl. 2l< In., per 100, »16.00; 500 for fiVJ.OO.
MA nu A1-IAMO MAYOR PIXGREE, yellow, per doi.. »1.60; per 100, IIO.OO.
CARNATIONS— I.II.V dean, very large, white, with Hue pink Hues, per do.,. »2.i
per lUO. rio.oo.
SHEEP MANURE-'-"'"" ">••■ »'-25 ■■ p" «» ibs.. »io.oo.
YAUGHAN'S SEED STORE,
NEW YORK, 14 Barclay St.
P. 0. Box 688, CHICAGO.
86
The Ri-orists' Exchhnge.
BOUND XO CrROM^
Under tlie Most Adverse Gircnmstances.
Petanla, SicRle Large Flowering, Mixed.
Singrle Large Flowering:, Fringed,
Mixed.
Double Large FIf.wering, Mixed.
" Double Large Flowering, Fringed,
Mixed.
Each of above in trade pkts., at 50c. and $1.00.
Petunia, Fine Mixed $0 15 $0 50
Choice Mixed, Striped
and Blotched 25 ICO
" Dwarf Inimitable, Mixed,
Star Petunia 25 3 00
Salvia spleiideiis, select stock.. 25 150
Verbena, Elliott's Mammoth, Mixed 25 175
Pilkoteen, the coming insecticide, pint bottles,
tl.50.
Vaporlzlnsr Pans for Nikoteen, $1.10 each ;
set of tliree, Si-.OG.
& SOXS, NEW^ YORK.
A Prize Taker.
Your paper is a prize taker to Bell atock. 1 h
hooked enough orderB for cannaB and rooted i
natloDB to last me for two months.
A*J * ■-•■Vi 7fc ; separate colors,
pink, per oz.. 85c; Giant Comet, pure
oz., f 2; and all leading kinds at lo'
Write for SAMPLE. ■■ " -
ON ALL...
SPECIAL LOW PRICES
Spring Bulbs ''^■^^^^
F. W. 0. SCHMITZ,
ETC., ETC.
JERSEY CITY, N, J.
Gladiolus Shakespeare
For Forcing.
S5.00 per 100; S40.00 per 1000.
CHAS. H. ALLEN, Floral Park, N. Y.
:GET THE BEST=
ASTER SEED
of the celebrated SeiTiple Aster, separate colors, pink
and white, also mixed. Seed well cleaned, plump and good.
Crop of 1896. For sale in any desired quantity by
JAMES SEMPLE, Box 2, BELLEVUE, PA.
NEW CROP
VERBENA SEED
Large trade pkt., $1.00; ounce, $3.00.
Fresh Flower Seed for Florists
MOORE & SIMON,
SEED GROWERS,
PHILADELPHIA, PA.
VALLEYS!
rue Berlin pips, AI quality, and ve
evenly asHorted, in case lota only.
J. h, SCHTLLER, Kutlierford, N. J.
Sole Aerent for F. C Ponirencke. Hambur
|l||CApFOR CASH
HOEfiL WITH ORDER.
1 (inn DWARF PEARL TUBEROSES,
I W^^X^ 3.4 INCHES, 85.00.
1 50 CHINESE NARCISSUS, $1.50.
For Spring delivery. H. P. Dwarf and Standard
Roses. Send an eatimate of your wants.
C.H.J00m,Inporter,!93EreenwichSt,N.V,
J. L. SCHILLER, Rutherford, N. J.
TION THE FLORISTS- EXCHANGE
¥" »£ ARE HEADQUARTERS ON ]
; BULBS FOR FORGING, \
I FLOWER SEEDS FOR FLORISTS,]
I ENGLISH MUSHROOM SPAWN.
X 8PBCIAI* PRICES ON APPLIOATION. J
♦ JOHN GARDINER & CO., Seedsmen, 4
T Box 1306. Philadelphia, Pa. 1
DREER'S RELIABLE FLOWER SEEDS!
A FEW OF OUR LEADING SPECIALTIES FOR PRESENT SOWING:
" Tom Thumb
AMPELOPSIS Veitchii
ASTER, Pffiony Perfection,
Trade pkt. Oz.
Aster, Queen of the Market, fine
early white with long stems. ..$0.25 $1.00
BEGONIA Vernon 50
CANDYTUFT, Empress 10 .25
CARNATION Marguerite, mixed 30 1.25
CENTAUREA Candidissima, per 1000
seeds, 25c . . 1.00
Gymnocarpa, lOCO seeds, 20c... .60
CINERARIA Maritima 10 .25
COB/EA Scandens 15 .40
DRAC«NA Indivisa 15 .40
GERANIUM, Apple scented, true, per
lOO seeds, 26c
GREVILLEA Robusla 16 .50
LANTANA, mixed 10 .25
LOBELIA Specie
Aster, PtEony Perfection, finest mi
Comet Giant White
finest mixed
" Victoria, white
scarlet
" '* ludigo
light blue
" ■' finest mixed
Trade pkt Oz
MIGNONETTE Machet, select stock $0 16 $i 50
MUSA Ensete, per 100 seeds $1 26
PETUNIA, Dreer's Large Floweilng,
lingle
Crystal Palace Campacta
Dreer's Large Flowering, dbl.,
per ICOO seeds, $1.60.
PHLOX Drummondii nana com-
pacts, mixed 40
PYRETHRUM Aureum 16
laciniatum.. .15
SALVIA Splendens 30
" " Bonfire 60
" " Burning Bush 60
SMILAX, perlb., $4.00 15
»hite..
pink 40 2.00
MAURANDYA mixed 30 1.2
Trade pkt.
VERBENA, Mammoth mixed $0.40
Choice mixed 26
VINCA Rosea 20
HENRY A. DREER, ''\
I'.Ofll
.Tsl
CHESTNUT
STREET,
PHILA.
TOBflCCO STEMS
Paper Mrhite, 5'tc
arielphia, Pa,
EEDS for Profit
SwcctPcasI
SI
FLORISTS'
FLOWER
SEEDS
Wholesale Catalogue on application. S
WEEBER & DON, '^i^.^^^t^T f
114 Chambers St., New York City. 5)1
SHED FOR SALE.
rfrom '96; all togelher tor net SI4.50>
H. SCHUBERT, Aster Cr
LITTLE FERRY, f
FABOUHAR'S seeds
"ONLY THE BEST QUALITY."
BOSTON
1897 CATALOGUE READY-WRITE FOR IT.
gFlORIBT'SEXCHAWCC
Single Begonia Bulbs
$2.50 ; per
-the Pearl, Ai. Per
, $7. All othe
ToJeroses^li
HULSEBOSCH BROS., Englewood, N. J.
Gladioli . .
THE BEST IN AMERICA.
Geranioms, 'Mums, Cai-Dations, etc.
Write for prices.
BETSCHER BROS.,
-^^^Ki^^.^Canal Dover, O.
BULBS! BULBS!!
25»ooo Tutieroses, taU double, 4 to 6 la.
200,000 * ' dwarf Pearl, 3 to i iu.
75,000 ** extra dwarf Pearl, 3 to 4 in.
io»ooo OratiK:e,or siogle flower, 3 to 6 in.
5tOoo Varleg^atedlFolia^etS to 6 in.
5,ooo " " '"-" "
Now ready; must go. first com
in il gone. Writ.*
JNO. F. GROOM i BRO., ci?l
MAONOLIA. N. C.
first
Our New Onion
"Up-to-date" Yellow Globe Danvers
quality and
, postpaid ; lo
FRANK BANNING, Kinsman, Ohio.
Seedsman and Florist.
Jan. 30, 1897.
The Plorists' Exchkngo.
87
SEED TiDE REFOBT.
f oinuj Ukua luiurmauon 1
interested in this column, aoilolted. Addr
Kditor Skbd Trade, care of Florists' I
OBANQE. P. O. Boi 1697. New York.
To Regulate the Importation and
Sale of Agricultural Seeds.
In our issue oj: Dec. 19, 1896. page 114U,
we gave a summary ol House ±iiU ^b'SA,
wnicn watS introduced by Mr. Cook, of
Wisconsin,- in the House of Represeuta-
tiv&s, and which haa Deen referred to the
Committee on Ways ana Means ana or-
uerea to De printea, having tor Us object
tne regulation of the Importation ana tale
of agricultural seeds. The following is the
lull text of the bill referred to:
Be dl enacted by the Senace and House ol
Hepresentative« of the United StaLCS 01 Amen-
gi'B.'Sses,- Clovers, or other forage plants shall
De admitted into the United btates, either m
bulk or package, which contain any seeds of
dodder ((juscuta speciesj, Canada tUisLie (.Car-
duus arvensisj, Hussian thistle (.aalsoia kali
tragusj, the bulbleu of wild onion tAllium
viuealej or ergot (Claviceps), or more tnan one
per cent, of the seeds ot wild Uax (.Uamelina
aativa), wild carrot (.Daucus carotaj, plantain
(PlanUgo speciesj. wild cress iLepinium
species), cockle (Agrostemma guhagoj, chess
tBromua secalinusj, quack grass (.Agropyrou
repens), pennycress (Tiilaspi arvense), prickly
lettuce tLactuca scarioia), or wild mustard
(Brassica species), or which have, either in-
advertently or inteutionally, been mixed with
To carry out the provisions of this Act,
seeds of grasses, clovers, and other forage
plants from foreign countries shall be allowed
eutry into the United States only at the ports
of Boston, New Y-ork, Philadelphia, and Balti-
more, under such regulations as may be pre-
scribed by tihe Secretary of Agriculture m
concurrence with the Secretary of the Treas-
ury. The inspection of such seeds at said
porta shall be made, under the direction of the
Secretary of Agriculture, by skilled experts
who shall have passed an examination showing
them to be thoroughly competent in the work
of seed inspection.
Sec. 2. That no seed shall be sold, offered.
Canada thistle (Carduu* ai
Thistle (Salsola kali tragus), the bulblets of
wild onion (Allium vineale), or ergot (Clavi-
ceps), or more than one per cent, of the seed
of wild flax (Camelina sativa), wild carrot
(Daucus oarota). plantain (Plantago species),
wild oress (Lepidium species), quack grass
(Agropyron repens), pennycress (Thiaspi ar-
vense), prickly lettuce (L.aotuca scarioia), or
wild mustard (Brassica species).
Sec. 3. That every lot of the seeds of agri-
cultural plants, whether in bulk or in pack-
age, containing one pound or more, and in-
cluding the seeds of cereals, grasses, forage
plants, vegetables and garden plants, but not
including those of trees, shrubs and ornamen-
tal plants, which is sold, offered or exposed
for sale in^ t^e United States by any firm or
dealer in seeds, shall be accompanied by a
written or printed guarantee of its percentage
of purity (freedom "from foreign matter) and
germination: Provided, that mixtures may be
sold as such when the percentages of the
various constituents are stated.
Sec. 4. That any person or persons who
shall sell or offer for sale any agricultural
seeds, not including those of trees, shrubs
and ornamental plants, in packages or bags of
bag containing such seeds, -with the
name of the seed contained therein, also with
a guarantee of the percentage of purity and
germination of the same, shall be guilty of a
misdemeanor, and upon conviction thereof
shall be fined not less than fifty dollars nor
more than one hundred dollars, or imprison-
ment for not more than six months or less
than thirty days for each and every offense.
Sec. 5. That an allowance of two per cent,
below the guarantee shall be made for
nd for
the purity of seeds
age plants and five per C( . _
the germination of all seeds Included by th(
nducted by themselves,
by the United States Department of Agrrin
ture under sudi conditions as it mav p
ecrlbe. or by any of the Stat.
AffTlcuUupal Colleges and Experi-
ment Stations Persons not engaged in the
sale of seeds as a business and residing with-
in the United States may have seeds pur-
' ' ■' " ■' ■ planting tested
tur
■ United States Depan
Uf^h
station, undpi
prpsprlbed for
e: Provided. That all tests and condltit
shall be fair and reasonable.
Sec. 7. That the result of all tests mado fni
purchasers mav be published bv the station
together with the names of ttie firms oi
ftp^lers from whom the seeds were hnught
The stations shall publish equitable standard-
or purity an-a germination together
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two hundred dol-
lars nor more than five hundred dollars and
be imprisoned for not more than one year for
Sec. 9. That any person or persor- -■-'-*
thr
shall be -
gu:Uy
nisdemeanor and
dollars nor more than three hundred dollars
and imprisonment for not more than six
months for each and every offense.
Sec. 10. That any person or persons who
shall with Intention to deceive, wrongly mark
or label any package or bag
den or vegetable seeds, or
ing gar
eluding those of tre
tural seed
shrubs
guilty of a misdemea
thereof shall be fined not less than fifty dol-
lars nor more than one hundred dollars, or
imprisonment for not less than thirty days nor
Sec. 11. That the provisions of this Act
shall apply to regular dealers in seeds, and
other seeds for the market.
Sec. 12. That no provision of this Act shall
be construed to require the guarantee ot a
crop, or of seeds already planted, except what
may ^ave been necessary for making tests.
—In an Interview which our Washinprton
correspondeDt bad, on January 27, with'
Representative Cook, of WIpcodsId, wbo
introduced this bill into Congress on
December 10 last, the followinK Informa-
tion was ohtnlned. Mr. Cook eays he does
not expect bis bill to pass this season It
has not yet been confidered by the Ways
and Means Committee, to which It was
referred, nor has he had a hearlne before
the fommlttee. This bill was drafted by
Mr. Cook In conjunction with the botanist
of the Department of Asjrlculture, and the
Secretary of Agriculture Is now preparing
an amendment to the hill. So soon as tbl«
amendment is in his hands, Mr. Cook will
Hsk for a hearing before the Ways and
Menns Committee.
Mr. Cook says be has had hundreds of
letters recommending the measure, and
very few condemning It. His desire Is to
elevate the sefd trade and guarantee that
the farmers get good seed. Although Mr
Cook goes nut with the present Congress,
he says the hill has aroused so nnich
interest that It will he taken up next year
If it fail to pass this year.
American Seed Trade Association —
The executive committee of this A^oocia-
tion met la tho Coimooolitan Hotel, New
Vork, on Tuesday laib. Among those
present were: Presld.'nt T. W. Wood,
Richmond, Va.; S. E. Briggs, Toronto,
Can ; S F. Willard, Wether-.nHld, C.mn.;
S. D Cro.bv, W. J. Elliott, H, Niingesser,
F. E. McAllister, and Secretary A. L.
Don, ot New Y.>rk CItv ; C. L. Allen and
John Lewis Cnllds, of Floral Pa.k. N. Y.
The next annual meeting of the Associa-
tion will be held In Washington, D C.
secoQd Tuesday in June (8th), and will last
for three days. The bill recently Intro-
duced into Congrefs by Mr. Cook, ot
Wisconsin, to "regulate the importation
and sale of agricultural seeds," was taken
up and discussed, and as the greater por-
tion of the bill, in its present form, was
considered Inoperative, and some sections,
it carried out, would he an injustice to the
seed trade, a committee was appointed to
exercise its utmost endeavor to have the
terms of the bill modified.
The Bermuda Bulb Crop.— The bulb
crop of Llllum Harrisii the coming season
will be very limited. The fact is the low
prices obtained on the crop of bulbs in 1896
forced many small growers toabiDdon the
industry. Much ot the land fcrtnerly used
for this purpose has been used tor onions
and potatoes, and that which has been de-
voted to Harrisii is planted with very
small bulbs. We also have had excessive
rain and cloudy weather for two months.
In view of tbo«e conditions, there cer-
tainly will be a very short supply ot the
large-sized bulbs for the trade the coming
season, and It will he necessary that some
advance in price be fixed on the crop ot
1897 to bring the growers out straight.—
F. W. Stephens, Puget.
Chattanooga, Tenn —It is reported that
C. A. Moross & Co.,theolde8t local dealers
in farm and garden seeds, failed .January
26, with liabilities of $5,527. The report
says the assets are largely In excess of the
indebtedness.
European Notes.
At last we are favored with a few
glimpses of sunshine, and nature apoears
to be making an effort to throw oft the
effects of a solid three days' rain. So
far as we e-iu at present judge the mild
weather, which is keeping us provided
with a variety ot outdoor flowers. Is not
helping the plants for 1897 crcps. Brocco-
lls in northern Europe are worthless where
not already destroved, and some other
round seed crops will soon be in the same
category.
A few brighter days has helped trade
very much, and this, combined with the
maintenance of high prices for all kinds ot
grain, inspire us with the hope ot a fairly
good season after all.
Eirly peas and beans are bound to hang
tire, but second early and later sorts may
help us out all righl in the end.
I'be usual displav of cyclamens graced
the first Tr eeting of the year at the Royal
Horticultural Society. Another striking
example of the "Synchronism of Varia-
tion " was afforded by the display ot some
beautifully fringed varieties from an Eng-
lish and a Belgian grower. In the case
of the first named only two colors were
shown— pure white, and rose. The habit
of both plants was perfect; the form of the
flower good, and the leaves very orna-
mental ; each flower had more than the
proper number ot petals, and in this re-
spect resembled theso-CHlled double strain
sent out by one of our southern growers
this season.
The exhibit of the Belgian grower con-
tained a more numerous collection of
colors, but the form of the flovrers was
not so good, as they were only reflexed to
a horizontal position. The petals were
almost round, broad and fringed after the
manner of a Chinese primrose. A brilliant
crimson variety named Cyclamen papillo
Brussels Gem" was decidedly the most
effective. It the merits of the two strains
could be combined in one we should have
a really beautiful and useful novelty.
While we hear on every hand of the nn-
profttable nature ot the seed trade there
appears to be some money in plants, for
the estate of the late Anthonv Waterer
has been vslue ri for probate at i'128,736, 6s,
lid ; roughly, $624,370.
Mr. Fell, proprietor ot the business
founded by T. S. Ware, has just died at a
comparatively early age. He was a bright,
active, genial man, and the news of his
death will cause regret to many friends on
your side and ours.
European Seeds.
88
Washington.
The carnations at the propagating gar-
dens have turned out exceptionally flne
this Winter, 30,000 blooms having been
cut frona one of the houses thus far.
Owing to insufficient appropriations, the
benches were put up and planted about
the end of April last year, several months
before the root was put in position. This
peculiar treatment seems to have gone
well with them, as the plants are, and
have been, in a very healthy condition.
This particular house is a half-span struc
ture, facing south. The north side, above
the bench, has been utilized in growing
pansles. Several narrow shelves, oneabove
the other, with about two inches of rich
soil in each, were planted early in the
Fall, and ever since they have given an
unceasing supply of very fine flowers.
At this establishment they are hanging
on to the California violet, and as the
plants appear now, covered with large
flowers with long stems, one would think
it to be much better than it really is. No
later than six weeks ago, however, the
plants looked as if they had decided to
carry a huge crop of foliage instead of
flowers; runners were being developed
from every plant in great numbers, so
that heroic measures were decided upon.
All the large leaves were cut off, and the
beds allowed to get pretty dry for a week
or ten days. Now they are looking in the
best of health. G. W. Oliver.
Providence.
Ing of the week, but gradually Increased,
so that on the whole the week aggregated
better than the average. Bulbous stock is
plentiful and finds very good sale, being
of excellent quality. Carnations still hold
in favor and command good prices. Whites
are scarce, but colored ones are displayed
in numbers. Al roses are scarce and bring
fancy prices, while second grades go at
from $1 50 to $3 per dozen. Violets are
popular and continue in good demand.
Club Notes.
The regular monthly meeting of
the Club was held on the 22d inst., Presi-
dent Macrae in the chair, and about thirty
members in attendnnce. Among those
present was Editor F. Fletcher, of the New
England Florist.
The treasurer rendered his semi annual
report, showing that the Club was In an
excellent financial condition at the end of
the first year. The receipts were $166 78;
theexpendltures $100.58 for the six months,
leaving a balance on hand (without any
liabilities) of $66 28, with nearly $50 owing
to the Club by members for dues.
President Macrae spoke of the desire of
the convention committee to have as
many plants as possible for decorative
purposes during convention week in
August next, and urged the members to
give this matter attention. A communi-
cation was read from William J. Stewart,
secretary of the S. A. F., to the effect that
the executive committee would meet in
this city on March 9.
It was voted that a committee of there
sliDuld be appointed to make awards on
any meritorious displays of new varieties
exhibited before the Club. President
Macrae, William B Hazard and Matthew
J. Leach were so appointed.
Mr. Hazard suggested that a dance be
held under the auspices of the Club in the
near future and offered the use of his new
hall and dairy house for this purpose. A
committee consisting of Messrs. W. B.
Hazard, N. D. Pierce, Jr., A. M. Rennie,
T. Johnston and Walter Nichol was ap-
pointed to make the arrangements.
Carnation Exhibits.
During the week there have been
two flne exhibitions of new carnations at
the store of E J. Johnson— one, a flne large
bunch of the new yellow Mayor Pingree,
sent by John Breitmeyer & Sons, Detroit,
Mich., and the other, of Narragansett, a
handsome, promising pink, shown by J. F.
Schellinger, of Riverside, R. I.
Here and There.
T. O'Connor, who is forced to re-
move from 238 Westminster street by the
tearing down of the building, has secured
temporary quarters at 38 Dorrance street.
William BnTCHER, who has been con-
fined to his house by illness. Is convalescing.
Mrs. Catherine A. Nisbet, widow of
William N'sbet,an old-time florist. died in
this city on the 25th inst.,ag.d 76 years.
John Nisbet, of this city, and James Nis-
bet, of Pawtucket, both well known
florists, are sons of the deceased.
W. H. Mason.
The F^i-orists* Exchkngi
THEGRAND f SOUVENIR dii
NEW
...ROSE...
PRES. CARNOT
Strong, Healthy Plants, out of 2i^ inch pots,
READY MARCH 15, 1897.
S3.00 per doz.; $15.00 per 100; $125.00 per 1000.
60 AT lOO RATES: BOO AT lOOO RATES.
Read a few of the many testimonials received of tliose who bought
of the early propagated stock:
The Westerly Greenhouses, )
S. J. Reuter, Propr., y
Westerly, R. I., January 9,1897. I
Mr. E. Asmcs.
Deal- Sir: The plants of Sunt). (!u President
CariiDt arrived in excellent shape, and an
an pleased with same. They
cellent plants, better
ever bought. Had
ay new stock
ts from another
d not ordered all from
well worth double the
money. If all your stock of this rose is as good
as those you sent us, no doubt you will get
nothing but praise from all your customers.
Amsterdam, N. Y., Jan. 12, 1897.
Mr. E. Asmus.
Dmr Sir: Rose Souv. du Pres. Caniot have
been received, and we thank you for sending
us such nice plants. They are very satis-
factory. Yours truly,
JOHN C. HATCHER.
WATERBnBY, CoNN., Jan. 9, 1897.
Dear Si
in flne o<
appearat]
W. M. COTTLE, Manager.
TUFF STUFF ON GREEN FLY
IS TOBAC-OIL.
ilR. B. ASMOS.
Dear Sir: Rose Pres. Carnot arrived yester-
lay In very (rood condition, and am very much
atisfled with the stock.
Yours trulv,
W. C. KRABER.
Wellesley, Mass., Jan. 9, 1
Mr. E. AsMns.
Dear Sir: New rose Pres. Carnot ar
here all O. K., and we are satisfied with I
Thanks for good conn
Chatham, N. J., Jan. 7 1897.
Mr. E. ASMns.
Dear Sir: The Carnot plants arrived here in
good condition. Fine plants, full count.
Thank you. Yours truly.
FRANK L. MOORE.
Glenfield, Pa., Jan. 9, 1897.
Mr. E. Asmos.
Dear Sir: Roses received here this day in
very flne condition. Thanks for quality and
careful packing.
Yours truly,
THEO. F. BECKERT.
Belmont, California, Jan. 13, 1897.
Mr. E. Asmue.
Dear Sir: The Pres. Carnot rose plants ai
rived here In a good condition.
Yours truly,
McLELLAN BROS.
Franklin, pa., Jan. 8, 1897.
Mr. E. ASMUS.
Dear Sir; Plants of Carnot were very satii
W. T. BELL.
Orange, N. J.. Jan. 11, 1897.
Mr. E. Asmus.
Dear Sir : Received the Pres. Carnot rosea i
good condition. Yours truly,
R. McARTHUR.
£iear Sir: The roses of Smw. du Pres. Carno
rrived to-day in excellent condition, and
i-ish to thank you for the liberal •
varieties as put on the market.
Tours very truly,
P. H. THERKILDSON,
Manager.
Adrian, Mich., Jan. 8, 1897.
Mr. E. Asmus, West Hobokeu. N. J.
Dear Sir: The Carnot roses reached us in
very best of condition. They were very nice
plants, much better than most of the new roses
re well pleased.
Bayside (L. I.), N. Y., Jan. 15, 1897.
Mb. E. asmus, West Hoboken, N. J.
Dear Sir: The President Carnot ordered of
you arrived in perfect condition, and are as
strong and healthy stock as I have ever re-
ceived of a
North .
9,1897. I
Mr. E. Asmus.
Deor Sir: The rose, Pres. Carnot. arrived
here in excellent condition, and the plants are
first-class stock. I was surprised to see them
so good, and more so being a new rose.
Yours truly,
WALTER ANGUS,
Gardener to Hon. M. T. Stevens.
MALDEN, MASS., Jan. 7, 1897.
Mr. B. Asmus.
Dear Sir : I received rose President Carnot
in flne shape. Nnl a hall hrolien. I think they
are extra ftneplanls; certainly belter than I ex-
pected at this time of the year.
PETER BOLL.
Jamestown, N. Y., Jan. 12, 1897.
Mr. E. Asmos.
Dear Sir: Your plants of Pres. Carnot re-
ceived all in good condition. We have polled
Dubuque, Iowa, Jan. 11, 1897.
IR. E. Asmus.
Dear Sir: Carnot roses came promptly t
and, well packed, in flne order. They ar
" ! thritty plants ineood growing condition.
^RKETT.
Yours I
Bath, Maine, Jan. 8, 1897.
Mr. E. Asmus.
Dear Sir: The Pres. Carnot roses cam
flrst-class shape, and are good, nice, thr
Lansdowne, Pa., Jan. 8, 1897.
Mr. E. Asmos.
Dear Sir: The Pres. Carnot rose plants ai
rived here in good condition
E.II.HILLSi;0.
RICHMOND, IND.
TWO NEW CARNATIONS.
Both awarded A. C. S. Certificates.
FLORA HILL,
Enormous White Ever-bloonier.
nRS.McBURNEY
Largest, Long-stemmed
Salmou-pink.
SELECTED CUTTINGS,
$12.00 per 100; $100 per 1000.
Yours truly.
A. J. PENNOCK.
ERNST ASMUS,West Hoboken, N.J.
NEW ROSES.
Souv. du Pres. Carnot,
The Grandest Forcing Rose
of recent years.
Climbing Wootton.
RABIBLERS :
AGLAIA-Yellow,
EUPHROSYNE-Pink,
THALIA— White,
All the other New Roses of the year.
NEW EARLY MUMS.
BRIGHT YELLOW,
GOLDEN TROPHY
TWO NEW BEGONIAS.
REVOLUIION,
Double-whorled Rex, a decided
Novelty.
BEIUTY OF RIClOi,
Very free-growing Hybrid Rex.
ALL THE NEW CARNATIONS.
HARRISONS WHITE,
MAYOR PINGREE,
JUBILEE, TRIUMPH,
ARMAZINDY, Etc.
WHEN WRrriNu MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
Send for
E.G.HILL&C0.
RICHMOND, IND.
Jan. 30, 1897.
The F=lorists' Exchange.
Trade Notes.
Chicago.
The past week stock has been
fairly cleared ofif, and of good roses there
was barely enough sometimes to go around;
hence prices have kept up tolerably well.
This, however, does not mean increased
business so much as a decidedly short cut.
No. 1 of all the teas bring 16, and from
that down to $3 for No. 3. American
Beauty still holds up to $6 per dozen for
extra long stemmed Qowers, and not many
of these are coming in; $10 to $25 is the
price for the larger portion, down to $6 for
shorts.
Carnations slackened up in supply some-
what, but they are plentiful enough for
all demands, excepting now and then good
whites. The general price Is $1 to $1 50 ; a
few bring $2, and we did hear of some
very large, stiff, long-stemmed Daybreak
from Buettner that sold at $3. The same
party also had extra Russian valley that
sold at $4, bat $3 to $3 is the common
price.
Tulips are now better in quality ; the
readiest sellers are pinks and yellows, $4 is
obtained for the best. $2 for seconds.
Harrisii and longlBorum lilies are
plentiful for all calls, and the price ranges
from $6 to $13. Quite a goodly number of
these flowers is coming In small and
flabby, and do not bear shipment or rough
handling. Von Slon are now abundant
and hard to clear off at $3 to $3.
The quality of violets la improvlne, but
prices still range from 75c. to $L Excel-
lent California are being sentin from Blue
Island, and they sell fully as well as the
doubles.
We have been having more sunny days,
but on Wednesday rain and snow was with
US ; Thursday and Friday were sunny and
the weather moderate. On Saturday, how-
ever, came a blizzard unequaled in severity
since 1873. Sunday and Monday the ther-
mometer stood at 10 degrees below z»ro all
day, mornings 20 to 25, and even lower,
was reported by some. The result was
that a good deal of the stock came into the
market touched by frot-t, some .'-amples
being badly enough spoiled to prevent
their sale. While this extremely low tem-
perature prevails, ealea will hardly be Ini
proved, and It seems to be general all over
the country. Previous to this a decidedly
open Winter has ruled here.
Jotting!.
Otto Spiedel, who eince the
World's Fair has been in the greenhouses
at Lincoln Park, on February 1 will take
the position of gardener to P. D. Armour,
Jr., Oconomowoc.
On January 23, at Hinsdale, O. P
BA88ETT met an irreparable loi^s in the
death of his wife, aged 50 years. The im-
mediate cause of death was blood poison-
ing, but she had suffered from cancer for
some time. Everybody who knew Mrs.
Bassett spoke in high terms of her most
estimable character, and all deeply sym
pathlze with Mr. Bassett in his bereave-
ment.
On Wednesday the jolly fice of Flint
Kennicott was once more seen at his office
after a seven-weeks' siege of musculai
rheumatism. He appears now to be on a
fair way to complete recovery.
Robert Spero, of Charles Zinn & Co,
florists' baskets, etc., of New York, wai=
around among the boys the past week.
Miss Stella Kanst, daughter of Fred.
Kanst, of South Park, was married the
past week to James Gurney, Jr., and will
be "at home" after February 1, at Tower
Grove Park, St. Louis, Mo.
The Cook County Agricultural and Hor-
ticultural Society, at the annual meeting,
January 25, elected the following offlcerc :
President, Andrew Dunning; vice-presi-
dent, John C. Ure ; secretary and treasurer,
C. J. Llnde-
^t* LdMih/jUi^ullM
Salle street.
Kansas City.
The Florists' Club has elected the fol-
lowing officers: S. Murray, pre.«ident;
James Payne, vice-president; W. J.
Barnes, secretary ; William Sharp, assist-
ant secretary ; A. Newell, treasurer; C A.
Heite, A, Barbe and Paul Duoret, trustees.
The Club wa.s given a dinner by C. C Rip-
ley after the business session of January 20.
Mr, Ripley was presented with a handsome
testimonial by the members to show their
appreciation of his services.
TUFF STUFF ON GREEN FLY
IS TOB AC-OIL.
YOU GPri PFFOUD
A POOR BOILER.
WASTE
COAL
jn a greenhouse V
time is money
EXPLAIN
SPECIAL PRICE.
produces less heat. You
run the risk of having
your stock
Improperly heated
and never produce flrst-
class stock. With a good
lioiler your savings one
year in these particulars
will pay for the boiler.
a boiler delivered at any
station in the United
States, that will answer
your requirements, and
surprise
suits. ■"
We make a
upon Inquiry.
CIBLIN & CO., Utica, N.
Latania Borbonica
Speclnieu Plants, fi
ligh.aml l,roail;10tollleav
. pots.
es. $2.00 each ; 6 for
high, and broad, 11
2 leaves, $3.00 each ; 6 for $15.00.
DRAC/ENA RECURVATA.
A fine bushy pot plant, with broad, green and
bronze recurved leaves, 18 to 20 in. high, 16 to 18
leaves, 35 cents each ; $3.00 per doz.
For other stock, see my ad. of the 9th, 16th
and 23d of this month. Cash with order.
N. STUDER, .... Anacostia, D. C.
i*fHErt_yenmiio M^iynow the 9\fimmfv cxchan(^
Wil LEiTES!
CHAS. H. RICKSECKER, Linville. Mitchell Co., N. C.
WHEN WRmNO WENTIOH THE FLORIST'S C
ELL^^&^POLLVrQBffl-^
IF YOU NEED
WIBE WOIIK
It Would Pay You fo Get
Our BUYERS GUIDE
Before Ordering.
YOUNG ROSE and CARNATION STOCK
A LIST WORTH YOUR ATTENTION.
Per 100 I
Pres. Carnot, ready March 15th, 2% inch stock $15 00 Meteor, ready now, 2\i inch stock.
Bride, ready now, 2H Inch stock 3 00 Belle Slebrecht, ready
Bridesmaid, ready now, 2^ Inch stock 3 00 | Wootton, ready now, 2H men stocK
Perle, ready now, 2)4 inch stock 3 00 American Beauty, ready now, 2H inch stock.
now, 2H inch stock.
CiLRITJLXIOMS. VERY CHOICE STOCK, FREE FROM DISEASE OF ANY KIND.
Mrs. Chas.
Mrs. Geo. Bradt, ne
Harrison's White, I
clear delicate pink,
rnite, marked scarlet..
J sport from Scott
Triumph, piuk
Armazlndy, variegated.
Bridesmaid, pink
Silver Spray
Llzxie MoGowan .
Wm. Scott
Daybreak
Rose Queen
Lizzie Gilbert 1 1
We will exchange CANNA STOCK for TIDAL WAVE, DAYBREAK or STORM KING CUTTINGS.
ELLIS & POLLWORTH, "'■•J^bRlirs^ supplies, 137 Oneida St., MILWAUKEE,
15 00
15 00
16 00
15 00
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THREE NEW RAMBLERS
COMPANION ROSES TO CRIMSON RAMBLER.
One of them (AGLAIA) is the first and only Hardy Yellow Climbing Rose and
is therefore an immensely important introduction.
DESCRIPTIONS.
AGLAIA, or YELLOW RAMBLER, ^ Tf''^ ^"^^^ R°^^ P°^y
antha Sarmentosa (Siebold)
crossed with Reve d'Or. Has
withstood unprotected and without
injury a continued temperature of
from zero to two degrees below,
and, with slight protection in win-
ter, will do well anywhere that
other roses succeed. Color, a clear
decided yellow. The flowers are
borne in immense pyramidal clus-
ters, after the manner of Crimson
Rambler, often 120 to ISO in a
bunch, and last three to four weeks
without fading.
ELPHROSVNE, o. -- ,,,
A seedling from the same Rosa
Polyantha Sarmentosa (Siebold)
crossed with pollen from Mignon-
ette. Color, a clear bright red
with numerous golden anthers. A
very strong grower and profuse
bloomer. Much like Aglaia in all
characteristics but color.
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AGLAIA.
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THALIA, or WHITE RAMBLER,
A seedling from the same
Rosa Polyantha Sarmentosa
(Siebold) crossed with pollen from Pacquerette. Pure white. In
other respects very similar to Aglaia.
All three of these Roses are exceedingly vigorous growers,
making shoots eight to ten feet high in a season, and they all
bloom in handsome big clusters after the fashion of Crimson
Rambler, to which, through the Rosa Polyantha Sarmentosa, they
are related.
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this to handle these valuable new roses, W
especially "Aglaia" of which we have w
: and large stock. We will supply at very small cost hand- «
i describing the" Aglaia," or will supply a moderate quantity a
FREE. Will also send FREE several copies of a fine Color- ^
' Aglaia " to all florists and dealers who {
i will put them up in their stores or offices and handle the plants among J
J their customers. Electrotypes of any of our " Aglaia " cuts will be ?
J loaned FjREE to seedsmen and dealers for catalogue use. These roses f
J are most important introductions and will be quick sellers. Secure your W
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i0 Our trade is wholesale only. ^
STRONG PLANTS FROM DEEP 2 1-2 IN. POTS FOR DELIVERY AFTER MARCH 1.
40 cts. each,
$30 per 100.
$3-50 per 10.
$250 per 1000.
JIII!l[SO|IHEi|KI|SIIO.JEWIIRKJEWYOIiK.
^©"Our Trade List of Field Grown Roses, Shrubs, Trees and General Nursery Steele
will be mailed on application.
BOSES.
The American Beauty.
I have just finished making my last
batch of Beauty cuttings, and while doing
80 have been thinking that for this week's
notes a little talk about this rose will be in
order, not that I expect to teach large
growers anything about it; and if there
are some who have had good results grow-
ing it differently from me, It certainly
would be their policy to still pursue their
own course.
Plenty of good wood can now be got,
providing the plants have done well, from
canes that have run up to the roof without
setting buds. These I cut down to within
two feet of the beds, as long as they are
feathered below that, and use for propa-
gating. Although this wood may be
termed blind, it answers the purpose ad-
mirably, at the same time my experience
Is, that from where the canes are cut off,
they throw a shoot that will surely flower
after growing from one to two feet.
Those who have not got their cuttings of
this variety In before this time should lose
no time in doing so, as a strong plant and
early planting is needed to give the best
results.
The making of the cuttlDgs, and how to
propagate them I have told you about
oefore, aud remember from the time they
are ro( ted to being planted out, they should
never have the least check, or black spot
will surely make its appearance, which
>Till cause you a good deal of uneasiness.
For the past two years I made quite a
number of trials with the ammonlacal
solution of copper for this disease, and
found that It aggravated rather than ar
rested its progress — that was after It
had attacked the plants. Still, I have had
good results using it as a preventive. The
spraying of this solution should be care-
fully done, the idea being not to drench
the plants, but to cover the foliage with It
as finely as possible. It should resemble
dew. The whole foliage will not he cov-
ered with one application, but it will by
two or three. This solution takes a much
longer time to dry off than ordinary water,
and therefore should only be applied on
bright days, and when conditions are most
favorable for drying off.
This fungicide is also a good remedy for
anthracnosB. If this disease makes its
appearance on a plant or two, the solution
should be applied at once, as In some in-
stances, if neglected, the trouble will soon
spread.
Temperature plays a very Important
part In the production of good colored
flowers, and a remunerative quantity
With a high temperature at not less than
60 degrees at night, spot will not be
troublesome, but with such a temperature
my experience Is that k makes the plauts
grow too fast, and a large percentage of
them comes blind ; 56 degrees nights Is the
top notch for me to get the best results —
that is, when firing is being done.
Daring the last holidays I was lucky to
be on time with a crop of Beauty. Tbat
weather conditions form an Important
part as regards a crop coming In at a
certain time, I am aware, but still good
judgment also has a lot to do with It as
to when the first crop is out and last dis-
budding done. Last season, contrary to
what I had done before, I commenced to
cut from two to three weeks earlier— Sep-
tember 20. My reason for doing this was
that when the next growths started they
would get a much stronger sun to develop
flower buds in them than if cut later, and
at the same time be In about right for
TUFF STUFF ON GREEN FLY
IS TOB AC-OI L.
BRIDESMAID ^c,/
wide reputation. PARENT STOCK still exists
in perfect condition at the Sunnywoods Green-
houses. Orders for 2}4 inch plants booked now
for 1897. Also Bride, Beauty, Testout, Meteor,
and Perle rose plants.
FRANK L. MOORE, Chatham, New Jaraey.
WHEW WRrriHO MtNTIOH THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
WHEN WnmNO MENTION THE FLOKWTS- EXCHANGE
Christmas, which they were, and almost
every shoot, with the exception of a few at
the warmest end of the house, flowered.
The plants are not quite so large as
formerly, but still I am satisfied with their
It may be remarked that cutting them
at this early date brings them along with
chrysanthemums, but I find they sell well
even if chrysanthemums are all the go.
In tyiug up I find the least expensive
and best method is to put up a standard
made of 1-inch pipe at each end of the
bench for each row, running to the roof,
then stretching a wire from one end to
the other immediately over the top of the
plants. The first line will be about a foot
from the bed, and as the plants grow
taller, others are stretched along a foot
above each other until the top is reached.
It is very important that the growths
shonld be kept tied up straight ; bending
down, and then starting tbem up again
from the bottom, I don't like, as with me
it has always resulted In short stemmed
flowers that are not of a good quality; It
also has caused the foliage In some places
to become too much matted, thereby
shutting out light that belongs to other
plants.
If there are more shoots that grow to the
roof without setting buds than I need for
propagating, rather than turn them down,
I cut them off to within 2 feet from the bed,
when they most invariably give a fine
flower after growing a stem about 18
inches long.
In looking over the plants for cuttings
just now you will find quite a number of
canes tbat have attained a height of about
3 feet and then stopped growing, but are
good and healthy In every other respect.
Don't cut these off for cuttings If you can
do without them, as in two weeks' time,
when the sun gets more power, you will
find they will make three or four more
leaves and then fiower.
This rose being a very strong grower,
needs a little more depth of soil than most
others, and also likes a very liberal amount
of feeding in the shape of cow and sheep
manure water.
In carrying over plants the second year,
about the beginning of June, or a little
earlier. Is the time to commence If the
flowers are not needed ; the plants should
be gradually dried off, just enough syring-
ing being done to keep the wood from
shrivelling. The soil will get so dry that
it will crack all over, but this will not
hurt them. A few plants will be found,
especially In the Inside row, that are not
as healthy as the rest ; these should be cut
off and thrown away. It is better to do
this when drying off is started, as they can
be selectfd much easier than when the
foliage is nearly all gone. Not later than
the first of July they should be replanted ;
prune down to within a foot of the ground,
run a spade along the bottom of the bench
under each plant and lift up. The soil
will be found very hard, but should be all
taken off clean with the least possible In-
jury to thf roots. When in this state
they should not be exposed to the sun and
air for any length of time, so for the
time being, while the benches are
being got ready to receive them again,
they should be carried to the shed or
wherever convenient and heeled in. Pre-
pare the benches same as for young stock
and replant. It will be found necessary to
prune the roots a little, and ereat care re-
quires to be exercised In planting them
properly. Don't make a small, deep hole
and jam the roots into It anyhow, that
won't do. Msike a large one, not very
deep (the plant will tell you the depth, as it
should not be planted deeper than It was
before), then spread out the roots evenly,
cover up, and firm the soil by treading it,
and water thoroughly to the bottom.
After this they should be left alone with
the exception of fyringing until the bed
begins to get on the dry side. Water then
judiciously uulll the plants have begun to
make a fairly good headway, increasing
the quartlty as they grow and need It.
Wheu treated in this way they start to
make new roots in a very few days. They
should never be shaded and have all the
air possible day acd night.
I have seen a good many fine beds grown
in this way and have done the same vaj-.
.self. Although some of the finest blooms
I ever saw were grown from two-year-olds,
I still have a preference for young stock,
if strong and healthy, inatmuch as you
feel safer with It and it invariably turns
out to he a more uniform lot,
A little trouble experienced with two-
year-old plants is that some will not grow
quite as strong as others, and the first
Bowers that come are mostly Inacropthat
Is of short duration and short-stemmed. It
I had not got good young stock and the old
ones were in flrsr class condition I would
not hesitate one minute about planting the
latter. H. H.
Central, N. Y.
The F=i-orists* Exchmnge.
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IT GROWS. IT BLOOMS. IT SELLS.
President Carnot.
♦♦ SEE OUR ADVERTISEMENT IN NEXT ISSUE. ♦♦
President Carnot Rose.
1 with this rose at I
show last Novemti
ft. long. We h«v(
Qd {^rafted plants.
We woo First Premiu
great Indianapolis 'Muc
with stems from 3H to -
fine stock of own roots
Write for prices.
W. W. COLES,
Maple Hill Rosa Farm. - ■ KOKOUO, IND.
WHCN WlimNa MtNTION THE FLORISTS' CXCHANGt
CARNATION AND COLEUS CUTTINGS.
Gowan.il.lO per 100. Alaekn. Rnse Queeo. Storm
KinE, Peach Blow, Ueleu Keller. Minnie Cook. laao,
Lizzie Qllbert. Meteor and Daybreak f2.00 per 100.
Delta Fox. Eldorado and Bouton d'Or. $i.O0perl00.
Geraniumn. 2}^ In. pot. $2 bO p r 100.
ColeUH. uo mealr bug, Versobaffeltll and Colden
Bedder. $1 00 per 100. Cash or BatlBfactory reference.
CEO. M. EMMANS, Newton, N.J.
Novelties of Malmaison Carnation.
Self Color«.-3 to 4 Inch acrns«, verr franrant.
Mlsa Ererard Hambro. Princess May, The Church
Warden, Madame Ed. Pynaert. Pride I'f Great Brit-
ain. Each at 25: the set. 5 of each H.OO. Price in
Bngland ahllHniis. 100. The old Souv. de la Malmai-
son, in Ki inch pois. per 100. »5.00
-Hardy.such as Gera
jer 100. »2 00. Cash with order, please.
ALBERT KNAPPER,
- - PHILADELPHIA. PA.
....ROOTED....
Rose Cuttings.
Haallhy. well- rooted ciitlings from Ihe bes(
flowering wood.
METEOR, - - ^
SIEBRECHT, -
WOOTTON, -
SUN5>ET. - - Sl.SOper 100.
PERLE, - - -
BRIDE. - - - !
BRIDESMAID, |
TESTOUT, S2.00perlOO.
BEAUTY, S2.50 per lOO.
L L MAY & GO., ■ St. Paul, Minn.
I NOTICE.
Grafted Roses
I And on their OWN ROOTS, |
♦ Carnations, Chrysanthemums and Violets ♦
I WILL BE CROWN TO ORDER ONLY. T
i if You Want Fine, Strong Stock, Send for Price List. J
!A. N. PIERSON, Cromwell, Conn. |
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t German Farmers, German Gardeners and Amateurs
jrs ^
'Are cotiaidered very D*slrabl* Cu«tom«r« by all Seedsmen, Florists
and Nurserymen.
Vou can reach almost THIRTY THOUSAND of them in all parts of the United
States by advertising in
HER OLD DES G LA U BENS
CATHOLIC GERMAN WEEKLY JOURNAL.
Published at 309 Convent Street, St. Louis, Mo., Since 1850.
NET ADVERTISING RATES PER INCH
From Which There is No DeTiation :
• paper as being "Must as good,'
Hew Rose, Yellow vaDiiiiei
D Crimson Rambler. Bound to hecome popular
Thile the stock lasts. Fine 2M in. plantB.
0 per 100. Address
THE DINGEE & CONARD CO.,
«e Gro-wers, 'wrest Grove, Pa.
...ROSES...
From iH In. pots, strong and in excell. nt shape,
»2.50 per 100; $20 00 per 1000.
Bride, Rridesinatd, H M. Stanley, M. Nil I.
narie Guillot, Alary WasliinKton,
Lonis Richard, Pink irioupert.
EMPRESS OF CHINA-Theneweverbloominif
hardy pint Clinjblnc Rose, grows as rapidly as a
Morning Glory: bound to become popular. »3.00per
.. .GERANIUMS . . .
The very best rarietles, stronc plants, from ij^ In.
pots, ready to shift to 4 in.. $2.50 per 100: »20 per loi 0.
Heleranlb, I.e Plolet, Jas. V. Itlurkland,
Grand Chancellor, I,» Favorite.
Mrs. Choa. Prase. California.
Oar New Seeilllng; Geranium, John A.Doyle
J. A. DOYLE, - Springfield. Ohio.
ROSES.
HIBISCUS AND GERANIUMS.
Roses, Strong plants, 2!^ In. pots, »2 25 per |i
Archduke Charles
Bon Silene
Bride
Bridesmaid
C. Souperc
Jt. ot Albany
UeTonlensIs
Dr. Grill
Ducb. de Brabant
Ernest Metz
Einlle deLyon
Folkestone
Gen. Tanas
La Paclole
I.a Princess
M. NIel
nime. Scbwaller
Pnpn Gonller
Princess of Saira
Pres. GaulBin
SnowFlike
Vera
Cochet
TERMS CASI
R.H.MURPHEY,Urbaiia,Olilo.
REINBERG BROS.
strong. Healthy ROSES From 2^
pots.
Rose Cuttlnies upon application.
CARNATIONS— Rooted Cuttings.
IVORY and DELLA FOX $3 00 per li,0 ; $2B.0l' per KOO.
ROSE QUEEN 2.50 " 20 00
WM. SCOTT. DAYBREAK, NANOY HANKS. TIDAL WAVE. ALBERTINI. PORTIA. I
OILBERT. CORSAIR, LIZZIE MoSOWAN, STORM KINO and SILVER SPRAY.
$1.00 per I'lO ; $8.00 per InOii. No orders for le^s than 100 of any one variety accepted.
The above slock is well rooted and free from rust .lend orders to
51 WABASH AVE., CHICAGO, II^LS.
GREII BIRGIIIIS III ROSES
I, Irotii '2 l-'i inch pots, iu any orthe lollow-
inK variptirs. S2 Per I OO : SIS »erlOOO Buy
•luick. This oiler nnl snnil nfler nurpluH is sold.
800 Mme. .los. Dubois. I imxi Au'ripplim.
1000 Ball of Snow. I 2IHm Clothllde Soupcrt.
1000 Sombreull. IIKKI Duclussde Itrahant.
1000 Safrano. , sM Isabella Siinint.
500 The Queen. 1000 White t.ii Kr-ime.
Terms Cash,
' IIKIO Marie llii
■ mplcs Postpaid
ST. LOUIS, MO.
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NEW CARNATIONS
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Maud Dean.
* • I r^ A very large, bold, handsome flower,
I ^1 1 V l^earl • P"!'^ white ground, with very delicate
*^ margin and penciling of clear pink,
making it exceedingly beautiful and attractive. One of the very freest
blooming varieties known. Should be grown in a temperature of not
over 50 degrees at night, otherwise the very large flower is too heavy
for the stem. The plant is a strong vigorous grower. It has been
certificated wherever shown. Price $3.50 per doz.; $10.00 per 100;
$75.00 per 1000.
The flowers of these two varieties have sold in New York market at 200 to 300 per cent, above any
others for the past two years. Commissions for cataloguing above Carnations, 15 per cent.
Delicate blush white, gradually
deepening to center, making it
the most distinctly beautiful
and attractive flower ever sent out ; it is also one of the most delight-
fully fragrant carnations known; its keepingqualities are remarkable; an
extra well built flower with good stiff stem which always carries it erect,
making it an ideal flower. It hasreceivedcertiflcatesfrom the A. C. S.,
Philadelphia, New York, Orange, Springfield and many other societies.
Price $2.50 per doz. ; $10.00 per 100 ; $75.00 per 1000, ready March let.
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|-^| A very beautiful soft silvery pink throughout, of a
t^l vend, very pleasing shade ; the most valuable early pink
to date; broad, incurved petals, extra good stem
and foliage. Season October 10th to 15th. Certificate C. S. of A.
Price 50 cts. each ; $5.00 per doz.; $35.00 per 100.
j-^l . Deep pink, reverse clear rose ; large bold hand-
Cld-inOrd.. some incurved flower with good stem and
foliage ; second early. Certificate C. S. of A.
Price 35 cts. each ; $3.50 per doz.; $25.00 per 100.
Evangeline
Pure white of Kioto form; the greatest
novelty of the year. Six Certificates in
1898. Altogether one of the very best ever
cts. each ; $0.00 per doz.; $40.00 per 100.
I .i-*| Bright clear red, very early and large; flat
L.0B.nilK3.. petalled, reflexcd, but very full. The best
early of this color. Season 10th to 15th of
October. Price 35 cts. each ; $3.50 per doz.; $25.00 per 100.
I . • Amaranth, shaded maroon, very large, with
l_4eOniQO.S. straight flat petals forming a bold imposing
flower. A very fine exhibition flower. Certfi-
cate C. S. of A. Price 35 cts. each ; $3.50 per doz. ; $25.00 per 100.
^ « . A very beautiful shade of carmine pink,
SympnOnio.. reverse soft silvery pink, incurved and
very compact ; Ivory form of medium
size. A fine bench variety, 18 to 24 inches high. Price 50 cts. each ;
$5.00 per doz.; $35.00 per 100.
NEW CLIMBING ROSES FOR 1897.
A sport from
Souvenir de
Wootton and
Climbing Wootton.
identical with it in color, size of flower and fragrance, but an exceedingly
strong, vigorous grov?er, producing canes 10 to 15 feet long in one
season. It is perfectly hardy in this section, and will prove a grand
addition to this class ; where the canes are well ripened, if slightly
bent over in the Spring, it will produce an abundance of flowers
covering the whole stem. Good, strong plants, from 3 inch pots, $2.00
per doz.; $10.00 per 100. Extra strong year old plants, $4.00 per doz.
Yellow Rambler.
The sensational
rose of the
Souv. du Pres. Carnot.
grand forcing variety in every way. No live florist can afford to be
without it for next season. My advice is to order early if you want the
best stock. Extra fine healthy plants, from 23^ inch, $15.00 per 100;
$125.00 per 1000. Can be shipped as required.
Clara Watson.
Identical with the
Crimson Rambler,
except in color,
which being a pure yellow will fill a long felt want, and as such will
be a great acquisition to this class of roses ; for all purposes it is
equally vigorous, hardy and floriferous. A grand new variety Price
45 cts. each ; $4.25 per doz.; $30.00 per 100. Ready March 1st.
And all the Standard Varieties of ROSES in Teas. Hybrid Teas, and Hybrid Perpetuals for forcing,
bedding, etc., at bottom prices. See my Trade List, now ready.
This is one of the most
beautiful H. T. Roses, of
the largest size, very
fragrant and fine form. The predominating color is salmon pink,
blended with blush pink on the outer edge of the petals, with just
enough yellow at the base to bring out the whole, making it a very
artistic and distinct flower. It is a very strong grower and very free
flowering, qjjd will become a general favorite when better known. It
is also a gi-and Summer bedding rose, good strong plants. Price $3.00
per doz.; $15.00 per 100.
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Jan. 30, 1S97.
The Plorists' Exchange.
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Famous Carnation Dolla Fox
Should be grrovrn toy everybody. The past season must have taught all
growers that the high-gr.ide Carnations are the only ones that were proBtable,
and nella Fox stands above them all for size, color and stems. Kooted cuttings
now ready. MYERS & SAMTMAN, Wyndmoor, Clieatnnt Hill, Fhlla.
ClRNiTIIIII CUITINGS
strong and well rooted, of the following v.ir-
ietfes: jubilee. Triumph, Armazindy, Alaska,
Bridesmaid. Dean Hole, Goldfinch, Lizzie
McGowan, Mme. Albertini, Meteor, Peachblow,
Rose Queen, Silver Spray, Wm. Scott, Uncle
John.
PRIMULAS, 2)4 inch, $2.00 perlOO.
Send for list and prices on large lots.
Logan Ave. Greenhouses, - Danville, III.
NOW READY
50,000 Healthy, Well Rooted
-— ^ Carnation Cuttings
Daybreak, Anna Webb, J. J. Harrison,
Bridesmaid, Dalz Albertini, Alaska, Lizzie
Gilbert, Kohinoor, and Jacqueminot, at
»2.00perl00. «15.00 per 1000.
The Rose Queer at »3.50 per 100, or
830 per 1000.
By mail 10 cents per ICOadditional. Cash with
James Horan & Son, Bridgeport, Conn.
BATH'S CARNATIONS Carnations!
The following selection of Winter Flowering Carnations contains all the new-
est and most profitable market varieties yet introduced, they are all exceptionally
vigorous, the flowers are large, with perfect calyx, and most profuse bloomers.
CANARY BIRD, l^^f]^:^^'^^?']^
DUKE OF YORK. ^
rs very large and
ID long- stiff steras,
oior very rich velvety
perfumed. Tlie plant is
HENRY GIBBONS.
LEONIDAS.
MLLE. THERESE FRANCO. f^V^^il
full flowers, petals slitrhtly frioged. This is un-
doubtedly the flnest Pink Carnation In culti
vation. Certificated K. H. S., London. 4s. per
doz.; 308. per 100.
The
flowers are the largest of
y in the winter blooming section: the color
I full deep yellow. It is of exceptional vigoi
v.i«icbv;iiiu. i very free bloo ^--.^^ . .. x, ..
""'"""°°- iflLLIAM ROBINSON. l^V^^n'^iJi
formed flowers;
ety, bright plant very vigorous and free. This is much the
rge flower; finest Scarlet Carnation yet intrfiduced. Certi-
[i very free, floated R. H. S., Loudon, December 16, 1896.
7s.6iJ. per doz,; 553. per 100.
The above are all strongly rooted plants from 3K in. pots. Packing free, and freight paid
to New York, Boston, or Philadelphia.
Casli with Order, or Satisfactory Reference.
R. H. BATH,
THE FLORAL
FARMS,
WISBECH, ENG,
WHITING MENTION THE F1.0RIBTS' EXCHAW
(Hooted cuttings now ready.)
Mayor Pinsree. Meteor, McGowan, Day-
break. Scott, Portia, and other good ones.
Good Heallliy D ^\ C P C *" Spring
Stock r% \J «> b O Delivery.
Send for price list.
CUT ROSES and CARNATIONS always in slock.
H. DALE, - - Brampton, Ont.
ROOTED CUTTIXGS.
CARNATIONS.
50,000 Scott $1.00 per 100
50,000 McGowan .... i 00 " 100
50,000 Daybreak 1.25 " 100
10,000 Storm King .... 1.25 " 100
10,000 Portia 1. 10 " 100
10,000 T. Wave i.io " 100
10,000 Anna Webb . . . . i.io " 100
10,000 Mrs. Fisher. . . . i.io " 100
5,000 Meteor 1.25 " 100
5.000 Eldorado 3.00 " 100
EDW. J, TAYLOR,
tebmb: Wholesale Carnation Grower,
Cash or Reference. SOUTHPORT, CONN
FtOBIBT'S tXCH«Ha«
CARNATIONS
NOVELTIES FOR 1897-^^-
NEW SEEDLING CARNATIONS.
BREITMEYER'S Mayor Pingree.
to J Indies and
rked with pink
ery sirous; ro
cropper. Bio
i tlie sea««oii acl^
Color clear lemon yellow, llg:litly
occasionally splasbed with wlilte,
Rrower, continuous bloomer, and not
diameter. Stems extraordinarily stiff, and from _
Excellent keeper, very productive. Cuttings strike readily, and pro
inmerclal carnation. Certificated wherever shown. $2.30 per d
1000.
FRED. DORMER'S Geo. M. Bradt. (Seedling 1893.)
ir clear white, heavily edsed and striped with bright scarlet, giving
d cheerful appearance. Flowers large and full, with
"-- rect, giving the bloom a well-rounded form.
Albertini. Habit strong and vigorous. This
rth year, and has proven the most even and
irly to late.
at Atlanta. Certificate at same place and at
; $10 per 100; $75 per 1000.
it a very bright j
center petals standing
Calyx resembling Mme.
variety is now in its fou
constant bloomer from ei
Received Gold Medal
Chicago. S2.50 per doz.
FRED. DORNER'S Mrs. Clias. »
1802.) Color Uvely delicate pink; large flowe
calyx on strong, stiff stem. Plant vigorous,
early, free and constant bloomer, much more s
Kink varieties, rivaling in productiveness ^
e the best of the light pink commercial varieties.
Certificate at Indianapolis and Philadelphia
.IflOperlOO; $75 per 1000.
JOHN K. MAVS Wly Dean. A very la
flower, pure, white HToiinfl. with vnrv flrlicntt- m.Tr
?2.50 per doz.;
Well I Should Smile!
HIL,C*S Flora Hill. Received N. C. S. CerUfieate
1896. Grass moderately heavy. Very free and healthy in
(\ very free in bloom. Strong calyx, moderately stiff stem,
ic nmst ordinary culture bnngs
) ni.st. .52. .".o per doz.; $12 per
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er sent out. It is
ping qualities are
center, making it t
also one of tne most delightfull.v fi-agr_
remarkable; an extra well-built flower, with good, stiff st«m, which always carries i
making it an ideal flower. It has received certificates from the A. C. S.. Philadelphi
York, Orange, Springfield and many other societies. $2.50 per doz.; JIG pe
S75 per 1000.
John Harrison's White Sport from Wm. Scott.
Harrison's IVhlte. A snow white sport from Wm. Scott, having all the good
qualities of its jiarent. Probably the ideal white coiiunercial carnation. Every florist
Should try It. ?2 per doz.: $10 per loo; .«;T(i iier IDOO.
E. G. HIL,L'S Mrs. McBurney. Received N. ('. S. Certificate February, 18D6.
Especially noted for Its large flower on stiff stems over 2 feet long. Grass moderatel.v
heav.v. A ver.v free, healthy grower; never rusts. The color is pure salmon. Shape of
flower camellln-like. Very thick waxy jietals and very strong calyx. $2.50 per doz. ;
$12 per 100; $100 per 1000.
CANNAS.— A fine stock of new Yellow
Burbank. Al o Austria, Italia, Sunbeam,
Mme. Crozy, Queen Charlotte, Chas. Hen-
derson, Bouvier, and other standard 8ortB.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.— All of the leading
novelties. Glory of the Pacific, Nanshon,
Mrs. W. P. Raynor, Ruth Ellis. Mrs.
Perrin, New York, Yanoma, Mrs. R.
Crawford, Francis B. Hayes, Liberty, and a
full line of standard coinnieicial sorts.
SEHSriD FOR leiilOE LIST:
BOSTON FERN.— Stock jilants, from ,5 and 6 inch
pots, at |:i.0() to $4.00 [ler dozen.
WHITE LILAC Mary Le Gray.— Fine plants
at $i0.00 to if40.00 per 100 ; $4.0o to 15.00 per doz.
GERANIUM.— A select list of 40 varieties for
bedding purposes.
THE COTTAGE GARDENS, c w ward. Manager, Queens, N.Y,
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The F=5l-orists* Exchange.
PESTIOH BOI.
OPEN TO ALL FREE TO ALL
Answer! Solicited from Those Who Know.
(29) Disbudding Pansies — B. Sisters.
The size of pansy blooms is created by the
strain rather than by removing the buds.
(30) Tying Material for Sweet Peas.
— B. SiBTEKS Any kind of soft, cheap
string (usually either white or green), or
florists' twine, similar to what is used for
smilax strings, etc., will do.
(31) Lilium Longiflorum for Easter.
— B W.— It should be very easy to bring
the^e into bloom for Ea'fter with only a
normal temperature. That event being so
late this year (April 18), there will be more
difficulty in keeping lilies back than in
forcing them.
(32) liicense to Peddle Seeds, Plants,
etc , in Maryland — Wm. M. Whitefurd
According to the laws of Maryland, any
person buying seeds to peddle or sell them
again Is required to pay a license of $13 10.
The same holds good for plants, but I am
not aware that this law is strictly en-
forced.—E. A. S.
(33) McGowan Carnation.— The sped
mens arrived in bad condition ; those for
name were beyond recognition. The
McGowan buds and flowers appear to be
suffering from an overdose of some nitrog-
enous matter. The roots and growths
were perhaps not In a condition to assimi-
late so much, and this led to the trouble in
the flowers. From your Information the
temperature was all right.
(34) Red Spider. — iNQniRER, Mass.
Water Is the foe of red spider. Dry heat
creates the pest ; moisture and ventilation
prevents its breeding. Use your judgment
and get in between. If the pest has got the
best of yon, choose a bright morning and
turn a strong spray on the foliage, using
all the force you dare. Do it thoroughly.
You may lose some flowers of present crop,
but that Is better than losing the plants
entirely.
(35) Field Mice in Oarnatlon House.
—Can any of your readers give me informa-
tion how to destroy field mice ? I have
been pestered all Winter with them in my
carnation houses ; have tried all the means
I can think of in the shape of poisons but
they prefer cutting off the buds, chiefly of
the white varieties. From 100 to 300 blooms
are thus destroyed in a single night. I
have tried cats, but the mice are too nu-
merous for them. — A Reader.
(36) Propagation of Pandanus
Veltchii.-J. W. C— Pandanus Veitchli is
propagated solely from off-shoots, large
plants being grown specially to produce
these. The off-shoots are taken when
small, and either rooted In sand or each one
is placed in a small pot and rooted in that
way. The last methoil is preferable. They
require a strong bottom and top heat to
propagate them quickly, and an average
stove heat afterward. Green off shoots
are useless.
(37) To Sow Seed of Asparagus Pln-
mosus Nanus.— B. Sisters Sow in shal-
low boxes in loamy soil ; cover the seeds
slightly with a lighter mixture, and give a
little higher temperature than is given to
the growing plants. Cover the flats with
glass and brown paper to withhold light
and prevent evaporation. Remove the
coverings occasionally to avoid condensa-
tion and mold. Seeds frequently germinate
freely on the beds where grown.
(38) Sowing Latania Borbonica Seed.
— H. B., Jr.— Sow in shallow boxes or put
each seed in a 3 inch pot. When large
quantities are being handled, the seed is
usually placed quite thickly in small flats
and covered slightly with light soil, and
the boxes kept on or near the pipes under
out and potted up In small pots.
Owing to the seed germinating irregularly
the seedlings have to be gone over at inter-
vals, and those which have started taken
out.
(39) Changing from Carnations to
Violets.- 1 have a north and south house,
12 ft. X 50 ft., even span, 8x10 glass in
sash, sides 3 ft. Present heating arrange-
ment will carry a night temperature of
45 to 50 degrees, when mercury shows 15
degrees below zero outside. The house is
now planted with carnations, which are not
doing well, I suppose on account of lack of
proper heat and light, other conditions
being, apparently, favorable. Would
this house be suitable for violets under
above conditions ? It not, what changes
would be necessary ?— E. S. H.
—Apparently, there is not light and heat
enough in your house to flower carnations
In midwinter. The house may do well
though for Fall and Spring, or Summer.
The house Itself should do first-rate for
violets. If your soil, etc., Is equally
favorable.
(40) Annex as a Pern House.— Wm.
Stephan.— We would think the.house you
describe well adapted for ferns of almost
any kind. If used for Adlantnm Farley-
ense, a night temperature of 68 to 75 de-
grees Is needed ; all other commercial ferns
will do with 65 degrees night, and some
with even a lower temperature. The
question of kinds and how to grow them
depends entirely upon local requirements,
and that is a point yon must settle your-
self. If only cut fronds of Adlantnm
cuneatum are wanted, to plant them out
may be wise, and they In all probability
would do well, but the advantage of pots
would be apparent If you needed at any
time to store anything else in the bouse,
or make a change.
(41) Vaporizing Ammonia in Rose
House.— Will some grower enlighten me
as to the slightest injury that could result
it three quarts of water containing 2 per
cent, of ammonia were vaporized in a 100x18
house containing roses In full bloom ?—
A.Z.
—I have never tried this, and further-
more would not like to venture it, as I
have found there is enough ammonia In
the ammonlacal solution of copper to spot
the petals, no matter how carefully it Is
sprayed. A drop less than the size of a
pin's head will cause a brown spot.-H.H.,
Central N. Y.
—In a house of the dimensions given,
the danger to foliage and flower is dimin-
ished by applying the percentage of am-
monia stated, especially if the houseshould
happen not to be quite tight. On the other
hand, we fall to see what benefit could
accrue from the practice named. Am-
monia vaporized. In other words, free am-
monia, is so volatile that the bulk of what
should be food value goes out through the
ventilators.
(43) Heating by Coil Boiler.- Which
would be best, a box coll of IJi-inch or
2 inch pipe for a house 100x50 feet, " slope
house," and what siza of coil would it re-
quire f The greenhouse pit for the coil will
be just 20 feet from the chimney to the
dwelling. Would it be advisable to con-
nect the furnace to this chimney, which is
35 feet high. My fuel will be slack.— J. L.
M0LFORD.
—For a house of the size given, I would
prefer to use 3-inch pipe, although l^-inch
could be used. Without data as to locality
and the temperature to be maintained, I can
only give an approximate estimate as to
the size of coil required. For 50 degrees I
should use about 150 square feet, and for
60 degrees, 200 square feet would be re-
quired. This would require a box coil five
feet long, and with six ranks wide in the
one and eight in the other, each consisting
of eight pipes. If the flue in the chimney
at the dwelling is 13 Inches or more in
diameter and has no other opening, it may
be used, but, as a rule, it will be better to
have an Independent chimney for the
heater when the distance is as great as that
given, and especially when slack coal is
used.— L R. Taft.
(43) Changing from Hot Water to
Steam Heating.— We would like to get a
few ideas on heating an addition to our
plant, and would like to be sure If our
arrangements would be sufficient. We
use at present the hot water system, and
heat about 20,000 feet of glass, but we
want to try steam. We are erecting four
i-span rose houses, 20x100 feet, 6 feet at
eaves and 13 feet at rkige, about 12,000 feet
of glass, 16x24. Houses have southern
exposure and are brand new. We want to
run one 2-lnch supply pipe at ridge, and
drop down to ten 1-Inch single returns, in
colls of five pipes each. Would that be
sufficient to heat the houses with 30 horse
power boiler ?— Phillips & Co.
—The heating plant seems well arranged,
and the boiler should be ample for the
purpose, while the size and numberof pipes
are the same as are generally used In
houses 30 feet wide. Owing to the size of
the sash in the side wall, the amount of
glass (3060 square feet) is considerably
larger than is usually found In houses of
this size, and one or two more pipes might
be desirable in very severe weather for
houses designed tor Meteor, Perle, and
similar varieties. For ordinary Winter
weather the ten returns would be ample.
— L R. Tapt.
Heating by Coil Boiler.
I have recently erected three greenhouses,
each 16x50 feet, three-quarter span, short
span to the south, and I find they are very
easy to heat, more so than equal span
houses. I am heating with a coil boiler of
my own make. The construction of this
boiler is very simple : In making it, cut
a piece of 3-lnch pipe 19 inches in length ;
have your return bends ready to screw
together, then cut the next pipe so that
the succeeding return bend will miss the
first, or where you leave off, and so on
until you reach the top. I have used In
my coil six return bends. The last pipe
will be about 30 inches in length. Pat an
elbow on the short pipe, also on the long
one.
To set the coil lay the short side down,
on brick, over your grates, there being two
coils of the same size. Let these two colls
come together at the top, like the roof of a
house, over the grates (the longest pipes at
top), then take your flows from each coil,
and the bottoms for cold water. 'This
system runs down hill.
I keep my rose house at 65 degrees in zero
weather with a low Are, grate surface
being 30x20. This is a cheap, durable hot
water heater. I have two flows and eight
returns of 2-inch pipe. This heats one
house 16x50 feet.
I will be pleased to furnish all informa-
tion regarding this heater to those in-
terested. D. W. PATNE.
Pt. Clinton, O.
Hail Association,
Among recent members of the Florists'
Hail Association is the New Jersey experi-
ment station located at New Brunswick,
N. J. Those who become members of the
F. H. A. now are exempt from the seventh
assessment, which will be levied March 1,
1897. Notwithstanding the hard times the
Hail Association Is still steadily grow-
ing. John G. Eslkr.
made
%}mi Toko IMi
easy and sure by using the TOBAC-OIL
VAPORIZER— $3. .50 each. Money back it
not satisfactory. Particulars by writing
H. A. STOOTHOFF,
316 MADISON AVE., N. Y. C.
± CIS. WOIinoiHIBIKI-OILFOIIIIoale!! 2000
Square
Feet
Of floor space, exterminates at one application all GREEN FLIES, is non-
injurious to most delicate blooms, perfectly pure, white in color. Vaporizes
completely, leaving no sticky, dirty mass to burn and smoke. IT IS OIL
OF NICOTINE. If not perfectly satisfactory, your money back. BOOKLET
FREE.
WRmNO MENTION THE FIORISTS- EXCHANOE
H. A. STOOTHOFF, 315 Madi
JSD. 30, 1897.
Thb F=i-orists' Exchange.
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H.WEBER S SONS' PRICE LIST
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OAKLAND, MARYLAND.:
CARNATIONS— Rooted Cuttings.
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Announcement to our many friends and customers:
V special arrangements with most of our friends who have new carnations to offer for 1897, we can
till your orders at their catalogue prices. No live florist can afford to do without these grand
novelties, such as Flora Hill, Mrs. McBurney; Mr. Dorner's two novelties Mrs. Chas. Duhme,
Mrs. Geo. M. Bradt; and Mr. Brcitmcyer's Mayor Pingree. For more particular description see the
introducers' ad\ertisements.
INTRODUCTIONS OF 1897.
Flora Hill
Mrs. McBurney.
Mayor Pingree.
$v! . 50
2.50
1.50
Per 100
$12.00
12.00
10.00
$100.00
100.00
75.00
Mrs. Chas. Duhme.
Mrs. Geo. M. Bradt
C. A. Dana
Per D iz.
$t.00
2.00
2.00
Per 100
$10.00
10.00
10.00
$75.00
75.00
75.00
Standard Varieties of our own growing, we believe, are as fin
been taken that no cuttings were taken from any plants that were
assured that they will give perfect satisfaction.
as can possibly be obtained, every precaution having
n the least diseased in any way. Therefore we feel
STANDARD VARIETIES.
Alaska $2.00
Storm King
Lizzie McGowan.
Uncle John
VARIEGATED.
Armazindy
Helen Keller
Minnie Cook
Chester Pride
2.00
2.00
2.50
5.00
2.25
2.00
2.00
$15.00
15.00
15.00
20.00
15.00
Delia Fox $5.00
Abundance
Triumph
Peachblow
Wm. Scott
Thos. Cartledge.
Daybreak
Albertini
Tidal Wave
5.00
5.00
2.00
2.00
2.00
2.00
2.00
2.00
$15.00
15.00
15.00
15.00
18.00
SCARLET.
Dazzle $3.00
Jubilee
Portia
Hector
Meteor (crimson). ,
YELLOW.
Buttercup . . .
Bouton d'Or.
Eldorado
.00
2.00
2.00
2.50
$15.00
15.00
15.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
We desire
30.00
30.00
standard varieties of carnations are somewhat higher than a great many others.
" " ^ " MAINTAIN, we can say from experience that
It will be noticed that our prices for
state that in order to adhere to the HIGH STANDARD we have DETERKINED TO
to sell at lower figures would mean no profit for our labor, etc. We believe that the number of STRICTLY FlRST-CLASS cuttings
that can be taken from a plant is LIMITED, and that in order to get the best results, aud to continue to improve the carnation, the
adoption of a HIGH STANDARD rigidly maintained is an absolute necessity. We have therefore decided to produce only the best at
living prices, and assure our friends and customers that if they decide to trade with us they will be more than pleased with the QUALITY
of our goods. We will be candid in saying that our stock is LIMITED, and that we could not fill an order for 100,000 cuttings,
although we could root several millions if we would take every cutting.
We would advise to let us have your orders early as long as our stock lasts unbrol^en.
We insert a few of the many testimonials received from our many customers for the benefit of those with whom we have not had the pleasure to deal.
Platbcsh, Brooklyn, N. T. ] H. Weber & Sons.
"''"'*" ''DAILLEnn'ny.R HHOS ! yourflrm were very flBeJ..deed,_&c. C. W. WAKD
H. Weber & Sons.
Gentlemen
LEDODZE BKOS.
Fairfield, Conn.
The carnation cuttinKS you sent m
ne condition. I am well pleased wit
Thanking you foryour promptness i
I am very respectfully yours.
W.H. EVERETT.
balance
Cottage Gardens, Queens, N.
West Tboy, N. Y.
H. Webee & Sons.
Gentlemen: Received carnations this morning,
am well pleased with them. They are extra nice plant
Please accept thanks. Yours truly.
T. S. STHICKLBR.
H. Weber & S
North Graf
7ed in flue condition, and were
better than I expected to receive. Would have made my
order 1,600 it' 1 had known what your stock was. T have
received cuttings from a great many parties and got
nothing but old rubbish. Yours truly,
J. OSGOOD NICHOLS.
Park Uidoe, near Chicago. III.
OenUemen: Carnation cuttings received. They
arrived In good condition, and are very satisfactory.
Yours truly" G. BCETTNEK.
CHRYSANTHEMUM PLANTS
2 Inch, Sl.OO Per Dozen;
$5.00 Per too.
WhIte-MRS. H. ROBINSON. MERRY
MONARCH, RUSSIA, DAY DAWN, SNOW
FIELD, GRACE .S. YOSHIIKE, ROTH
ELLIS. Yellow MARION HENDERSON, C. H. CURTIS, MRS. K. UUETTNER, GOLDEN PLUME. Bed-COL. C. T. BOURNE, DRAGON FIRE. PInk-M. d(
MONTMOBT, WM. SI3IPSON, MRS. PERRIN, MBS. W. C. EGAN, INDIANA, MBS. 8. .J. FARRINGTON. Bronze-COREA, OWEN'S BRILLIANT.
^ Collections of 50 of the above and standard varh ties, $2.00. Collections of 2^ of Ihe best commercial varieties, $1.00. All the standurd varieties at $3.00 per 100
^ Rooted cuttings of all the above nientioued varieties at oue third less than price named. For nicire complete list send for circular which will lie out in a short time.
^ All orders from unknown customers will have to be accompanied with cash or satisfactory reference. All orders accompanied with cash will
j^ be allowed 5 Per Cent. Discount, except for new varieties.
* H. WEBER & SONS, floral park, box 57, OAKLAND, MD. ^
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HARRISON'5 WHITE!
NEW CARNATION, SPORT FROM WM. SCOTT.
40,000 SOLD UP TO DATE. ALL LEADING CARNATIONISTS ARE PURCHASERS.
Strong, Vigorous Grower.
Read what Prominent Carnationists say about it
John Harbison's Place, Bergen Ave., near Bidwell Ave.,
Jbeset City, N. J., January 5, 1897,
We, the undersigned, are satisfied that the carnation John Harri-
son is now growing under the name of Harrison's White is what lie
claims it to be, namely, a sport of Wm. Scott, and is a really good
thing. This conclusion we have arrived at after a careful examination
of the stock he has now growing on his place at above address.
(Signed) John N. May, Ernst Asmds, Henry Dailledouze.
£M/or Florists'' Exchange: QOEENS, N. Y., January 7, 1897.
Regarding the white sport from Wm. Scott, which is offered by
Mr. John Harrison, of Jersey City, and which I recently stated to you
that 1 was of the opinion that the variety was identical with Puritan,
I desire to say :
Yesterday, in company with Mr. L. E. Wood, the originator of
Puritan, I visited Mr. Harrison's place, taking samples of Puritan and
comparing the growths of the two varieties. After careful examina-
tion, Mr. Wood pronounced Mr. Harrison's variety as distinct from
Puritan, and 1 am now convinced that ray first impressions were wrong.
There is a certain difference in the growth of Mr. Harrison's sport
from the growth of Scott as usually seen, which resembles much the
growth of Puritan as I have seen it at times, which difference can be
accounted for by their being grown dry (as the plants were too deeply
planted), and this resemblance, coupled with the knowledge that I had
once mistaken a plant of Puritan, which wa=i growing by accident in a
bench of Scott, as a sport from Scott : also the fact that a portion of
Mr. Harrison's original stock of Scott was propagated by us from the
same bench in which the Puritan plant was growing, caused ine to
think that Mr. Harrison had fallen into the same error that 1 had made.
I aai very much pleased to find that I have been mistaken, as a
clear white sport of Scott, such as Harrison s White is, certainly will
prove one of the most valuable commercial carnations that could be
originated, and I hope you will allow me to say in this column that if
any florist has $10 to spare, I believe he can do no belter with it than to in.
vest in a hundred of Mr. Harrison's White Scott. Q, Tff_ Ward.
DPAnY MIDDLE OF JANUARY prices: $1.50 per doz.; $10.00 per 100; $40.00 per 500 ''
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Mention paper. All orders filled In rotation. Quantities less thau one hundred at dozen rates.
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JOHN HARRISON, 739 Bergen Ave.
Take Bayonne or Creenville Car from PennsyT
Near Bidwell Avenue,
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American Carnation Society.
In addition to the premiums already
mentioned, W. A. Manda, South Orange,
N. J., offers twelve orchids for carnation
house, for best twelve blooms, any color,
any variety. Albbrt M. Hbrr, Sec'y.
Rust
With spraying a failure and hand-plcli-
ing of little value when used alone, it oc-
curred to me that by studying and ascer-
taining the conditions which were most
conducive to the development of rnst, and
reversing those conditions as far as possi-
ble, would be the mcst logical course to
pursue. It seems strange, indeed, that we
should try to cure with medicines plants
troubled with this disease, and at the same
time keep them surrounded with condi
tions which were undoubtedly the first
cause of the appearance of rust; this in
substance is what we, and doubtless all
others, did who were trying to rid their
stock of this pest with fungicides.
My observations soon convinced me that
moisture and poor ventilation were the
main factors in producing rust. We had
an excellent object lesson in this three
years ago. The previous Spring we had
purchased 500 cuttings of a novelty which
arrived well covered with rust. They were
given a place to themselves in the field
where they made a splendid growth in
spite of the disease. When housing time
came, they were farly clean, considering
the condition in which they were when
planted out. These were the last to be
housed, and the only available place for
them was a side bench in a bouse planted
with Gontier roses. The frequent syring
ing and heavy waterings required to keep
Gontier in proper condition kept the house
continually moist. That this was a most
ideal propagating place for rust was soon
made manifest by the plants. They bad
been housed but a short time when rust
could be seen on almost every leaf. We,
however, entertained hopes that tht
disease would die out to a large extent, as
was our experience with other varie
but as time passed on it only flourished
the more. Alarmed that such an epidemic
might cause a general spread of rust on
our stock, the great majority of which was
clean, we removed every plant and burned
it. The soil, too, was hauled away, and
the bench thoroughly whitewashed. This
experience convinced me that a moist
atmosphere, particularly a close one, was
the chief cause for the existence of rust.
This explains, then, why a wet season is
more conducive to the trouble than a dry
one, and the fact has doubtless been no-
ticed by every one who has had any ex-
perience with rust.
Occasional rains, not lasting long, and
followed by clear, bright weather, do very
little harm; on the contrary, I believe that
such rains assist very materially in destroy-
ing the spores by washing them to the
ground ; once there, they can be considered
harmless. It Is the cominued wet weather
and damp atmosphere which causes the
spores (which are wafted aboul^and find
lodgment on the damp foliage of the
plants) to germinate very rapidly. The
oonditlons in the greenhouse resemble
more nearly that of a wet season. This is
the case particularly where overhead water-
is practiced, and where there Is a great
deal of drip, syringing under the benches,
and so on.
The above, then, are theconditions which
I am satisfied are responsible for the
presence of rust, and for its development
and spread.
All authorities on rust, I believe, agree
that it is a fungus in nature. A difference
of opinion, however, seems to exist as tc
whether or not the disease is constitu
tional. Daring my (our years' experience
with it I have had abundant opportunity
to see it in all its forms. I have made a
special study of it, and after close obser
vation I am free to state to the best of my
knowledge, it is in no way constitutional.
We have, by careful selection of cuttings,
gotten rid of rust on several varieties,
some of which were badly aflfeoted. This
I believe, would be an impossibility if rust
were constitutional, for if the disease were
In the system of a plant, it would certainly
Impart it to any cuttings taken from it.
The argument advanced by some, that
the finding of rust pustules high up on the
fiowering stems, on the tips of leaves, etc.,
cannot be considered as evidence that rust
is constitutional. Such findings are the
exception and not the rule, and where
proper atmospheric conditions are ob-
served, it is confined almost entirely to
such varieties as are very susceptible to
♦he disease. The tip of a fiowering stem
which is only partially developed is very
Say, Boss
Tbo Cottage Gardens Price List
is now ready, you will want to see
it, you will want some of the new
things it has to offer. If you have
not received it send your name and
address on a postal card to
The COTTAGE GARDENS, Queens, LI.
CLOUD'S
i CARNATIONS,
IVIOLETS, \
[giant ALYSSUM^f.
I and COLEUS .. .. P '
X Eldorado, the Oestcommercial jellnw
m Caniaiinu tu ki"w, Boing at S2 per 100;
• ^ gl5 per ItiOO. Snme other varieties, as low
»- as »7.SO per lono. by express.
Violets, Campbell and Louise,
75c. per I' 0, bv mail' $5 per IDUO, by exprest.
California, ZH in. pot plants, $ia> per
Giant Alys
, 750. per 100 by
?s wishiny: Carnation cuttings sen
please add 10c. per 100 additional.
Send for trade list.
E. J. CI.OUD,
WILL STAND TESTING. L. B. 32, AVONDALE, PA
97
ELDORADO
The finest Yellow Carnation in cultivation.
Rooted cuttings, $2.00 per 100; $15.00 per 1000.
LADY CAMPBELL VIOLETS - Rooted runners,
GIANT DIUBLE ALy'sSUM.-Ii.oo per tool $8.00
per 1000.
Send for Circular.
W. R. SHELMIRE, Avondale, Pa.
WHEN WBITINO MIHTIOfl TMC rUMIgTS' EXCHAWaC
Vi. ve. S. (!|lprB;a, l.iz
IcGonan, ForllB, »U0
I 5J per 1000.
s. CarlledKe, Kohin
urine 01 Krlencaiiri. (2.00 per 100; tislooiier 1000
VIOLETS [:!;i^oo*it7Vfoo^!>'eV^^o1°,?So'pTAooo.
tlULLia AdiiilrarAvellao. M CO per 100.
JOSEPH REHIRD, Unionville, '"S'" Pa.
EXCHANGE
CARNATIONS
ROOTED COTTINOS
WM. SWAYNE, Kennett Square, Pa.
p. O. Box 826.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
Herr's
♦ f~^ ^^■£^4^rk4-*r\.*^cr' ♦ Wave, Portia, Dorner,
♦ Carnations ♦ i?;„„p, ^, „,,„,
t»* ♦♦♦♦♦*«♦ »♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»»*
ted quantities and reasonable pric
McGowan, Alaslca, Storm King, Davbrealc
Buttercup, Helen Kell
Eldorado.
s ; send for prices ;
plants at 50 cts. per doi.; $3.60 per 100.
CO l,EU8-All tlte leadiDB norts at 76 ctB. per 100. or »6 00 per 1000.
Heliotrope, 2 kinds; Dwarf Agon
plai.tB at »1.20 per 100 ; rooteo cutt
PANSIES-Herr'. strain, none be
ngs at 70 CtB. per 100.
ter, 75 cts. per 100 or »5.00 per 1000.
ALBERT M. HERR, L. Box 496, Lancaster, Pa.
New Yellow Garnation MAYOR PINGREE
Wl
ubt I
VEI.LOW GARNAT.I
to-day. Ordc
booked and fliird in loialiou. Delivery March lut, 1897.
$1 50 per doz.; $10.00 per 100 ; $75.00 per 1000.
DEi;EMBER 14, 1893, CertmcateatrincinnatiMeetinB. <,,,„., „, .
FEBRUARY 21. 1896. CertiBoate at New York American Carnation Society Meeting. Only f
B received Certlticalea at tb.B meeting- .May. ir P n.ree beinit oi.e of them.
NOVE.MBEB E.VHIBITIONS, 1S96.
CRAIG SILVER CUP. Phlladelpbla, Pa. CERTIFICATE. Louisville, Ky.
COMPLIMENTARY NOTICE. Boston. Mass. CBKTIFICATE. Milwaukee. Wis.
HONOKABLE MENTION, St. Lo lis. Mo. CERTl. IfATE, Poughkeepsie. N.
CERTIFICATiS. Indianapolis, Ind. CERTIHOATE. Worcester. Mass.
CERTtBlCATE.CbicaKO, 111. CERTIFICA 1 E. Toronto, Ont.
H.OO per dozen; 16.00
Carnations.
Healthy, well-rooted ciittinns. Buttercup,
Eldorado, Helen Keller, Scott, McGowan,
LolB C. Haettel, Grace Wilder Portia, Cart-
lodge, Anna Webb, Kitty Clover, Hawaii,
Tidal Wave. Send for prices. No rust
PnloilC Koolert euttiiiKS. No mealy bugs.
IjUIcUo. 76 varieties, ready Fel). 1. 70o. per
100. liy mail ; $5.00 iier 1000, by express.
Strobilanthes Dyerianus.
Giant boubleAlyssum'. ll°°^^Vct
per 1011, by mall ; $5.00 per lliOO, by express.
Lady Campbell Violets.'jre'ireo'cTs:
per 100. by mail : «4 00 per 1000, by express.
Wm. H. Search, Avondale, Chester Co., Pa.
-ts. K&TE WASHBURN AND IVOIRE ROSE 'MUMS,
JOHN BREITWIEyEfi I SOUS. "'""'"^e^-^'oV^Ich.
tender, and will afford abundant oppor-
tunity tor rust spores to germicate, it there
be enough moisture surrounding the
plants, either trom drip or trom the atmos-
phere. A drop of water on the end of a leaf
will also afford ample opportunity for a
stray spore to lodge and germinate.
Again, it the disease is constitutional, it
would seem that it should affect all plants
alike after once getting into the system,
but we find that a variety most liable to
be attaclied by it will develop twice as
much rust as one that Is not very sus-
ceptible to it, although they may be grow-
ing side by side, and under the same con-
ditions. This is abuLdint evidence that
rust propagates by spores alone, and it de-
pends to a large extent on the nature or
habit of a plant whether or not it will fall
an easy victim to rust.
It is from such observations as these that
I draw the conclusion that ru- A
FaUBtHO4 0o...8(i-
QardlDorJiOo. .
HulseboBch Bros ....
Joosten 0 H
UoAlllBter T E Oo.
Ouwerkerk P
PlersoD F R Oo. ...
Pltober^ Mauda
Reasoner Bros
Rolker Aiip & bona..
■ J L..
Scbmltz F WO
Yaugban'e SeedStore
Plerson F R Co
Seawanbaka dubs.
Vaugban'sSeedSlore 86
WblteJno '"
A Golden Anniversary.
We have received from Messrs. Peter
Henderson & Co., New York, a copy of the
Edition de Luxe, of their "iManual of
Everything for the Garden," Issued lu
celebration and asa memento of the golden
anniversary of the firm, which was estab-
lished by the late Peter Henderson in the
year 1847. This work cf art, and it fully
deserves to be so classitied, is printed on
heavy plated paper, with handsome stiff
covers and cloth back. The white paper
selected has enabled the printer to show
the full beauty of both illustrations and
letter-press, and the spirit which gave rise
to the idea, as well as the execution there-
of, is to be highly commended.
Balb B H
Beach Jaa E
Betscber BroB
Black Chas
Breitii ejer J & Son 97
- 1 E J 97
ge Gardens.. 93-102
DaleH 93
Dorner F&SocB Co. 97
Dreer Henry A 106
EiseleC 112
EUlBi Pollwortb... 89
Emmans Geo M 91
Foster LH 101
Garrett 4 Rose li 3
QraUertaCo lis
Hancock* Son 102
Harrison John 96
HerrAM 97
Hill EG* Co B8
Hopp & Lomke 97
Meadow View Ore
Morris Floral Co.,
Myers & Samtmai
Pennock C J
Pieraon AN
Reioberg Bros. ..
Taylor E J 9a
Vaugban's Seed Store 8.'
Weber H &Sons.. .. 9i
WoodBros 1U(
106
l^i Jackson John H... 1
112 LocklandLum.C« 111',]
Lord * Burnbam Oo ]
Monlnger John C Co 1
105 Pierce FO* Oo.... !
Plenty's Horticul-
,„. tural Works
"° Quaker CltyMach Co :
;"; Scollay J A !
;;'? Wolf AQ*Bro 1
Horan EO
Easting Wni F
Eennlcott Bros Co.
KilbournK
Ruehn O A
Lynch WE
McCarthy I" " ~
McKeUa '
Chas W.
N t Out Flower Oo.
Pennock Samuel 8
Purdy & Blauvelt. . .
RoldEdw
Relnberg Bros
RoKers Park Ft Oo. . .
Sheridan W y'.
Sutherland G A ....
Traendly & Schenck
Seawanhaka Orbs
Garrett* Rose 10
Harris C A & Co. . . . lu
Decorative Gouliro»m spawr
Gardiner John k Co. 8(
Elizabeth Nurs Co 100
Harrison's Nurseries 101
LongsdorfCL 104
Pullen Alee 104
Reasoner Bros 109
Sanders Nurs Co. 102
Storr» « Harrison Oo 101
Van Koert L 109
Bath R H.
Herr Albei
Dreer Henry A. .
Hughes Geo J .
Oarmody J D 1
Ooldwell-Wllcoi Oo. ]
Oowen's N Sons ]
Deltsob A ft Co. ... 1
DeLaMater IronWka :
Blanc A ft Co
berckmaiisPJ
Bobbluk L C
OolesWW 91
Craig Robert 91
DaleH 93
Davis* S ns A B... 109
Diugee ftConardCo.9U, 91
Doyle J A 91
Bailer FA. 19
BerckmansPJ. .101. 103
Bobbmk LO lou
Cot age Gardens 93
Dreer Henry A ... 106
Elizabeth Nurs Co... 100
Ouwerkerk P lOo
Pierson F R Co 65
Reasoner Bros 109
Scbultbels A 100
StorrB ftHarrlBon Co. 101
Sinllal Plants.
Bailer, F. A 109
Boomer Fred ll'i
Everltt ft Insall 105
Kilbourn. R 102
SoltauOft Oo 10*
SIrub.lanllies.
Search WmH 97
Suuulles and
Requisites
Bayersdorfer H ftCo 113
Boston Letter to... 107
Conley John &8on.. 110
De La Mare Ptg and
Pub Co Ltd 110
Elliott Wm ft Sons.. 86
Ellis* Pollwortb... 69
Ellison W 107
Faust HO* Co 102
HerrmannA lU
Johnson ft Stokes ... 87
Kennlcott Bros Oo . . lo6
Krlck W C 107
KuebnOA Iu7
Lone Dan'lB .. ..108
McCarthy NFft Co.. 107
Meyer Jno 0 ft Co. .. 107
Reed 4 Keller 107
Rice M 4 0o 107
Rolker A 4Sone lu8
Stootboff HA 91
Sutherland Geo A... 107
Welch Bros Uu
Telegra|il> Deliv'ir
Florists' ABs'n 107
Tools, etc.
Demlug Co 108
Pierce PO ft Co. ... 110
Vegetable Plants
Harrison'!, Nurs 101
Hullen Alex ID*
rincent B Jr ft Son . lOt
Verbenas
Davis A B* Son 119
Dillon JL .... 106
Humfeld C 112
Wood Jlros. 106
BallerFA
Beckert, T.F
BobblnkLO. ...
Eisele O
tllrabolb Nurs. I
Ouwerkerk P
StorrB ft Harrtsoi
Beckert Theo F.
Benedict Geo H
Boulon Fd
Cloud E J
EbleChas
Grail
Search Wm H . ,
Sbelmlre WE.,
WeldCE
TTante.
100
The Pl-orists' Exchange.
Cincinnati.
Weather and Trade Conditions.
The weather has been very un-
settled—raiDy, dark, and changeable— and
(lowers simply stand still, roses especially.
To day (Monday) we are having a hard
»now storm, and the Indications are that
htock win not be over abundant the ocm-
ing week.
Trade, while fair, is nothing of which to
he especially proud, a little funeral work
and loose bunches being about all there is.
Vi»lets for the first time seem to drag.
Prices remain about the same as last
quoted, and are low for this time of year.
Joltings.
The will of the late Hakrt L.
SiJNDERBBUCH leaves $20,500 to the widow;
she Is executrix.
On Tuesday, January 19, a party of
florists, consisting of Edward Freis, Wm.
Murphv, E. H. Giesy, C. C. Murphy,
E Hoflfineister, R. Witterstaetter, Fred.
Walz, J. W. Rodgers, Ben. George, Julius
Schuman, J. A. Peterson, J. T. Conger,
Mr. Barnes, and the writer, made a trip to
Richmond, lod. At Hamilton we picked
up Theodore Bock. We were met at Rich-
mond depot by E. G. Hill, J. A. Evans,
Geo. Ganse, and Bro., and Mr. Fulle, who
escorted the party to the Hotel Wescot,
where we were entertained to dinner.
The bouses of G. R. GAUSE & Co. were
visited. This concern is busy getting
Spring stock into shape. Everything is
looking well. Rex begonias are a certain
specialty here. This firm does a large re-
tall catalogue business, and for the cata-
logues already sent out reports the returns
as being very satisfactory.
At E. G. Hill & Co.'s a choice lot of
wholesale stock is raised ; cannas, Italia
and Austria, are especially good. There is
a grand stock of small palms — arecas,
kentias and latanias, in two and three inch
pots — in another house a choice lot of
geraniums of the newer types, some with a
single flower larger than a silver dollar,
and the shades are beautiful. Rex and
other begonias are here in profusion, also
ficus, and Pandanus Veitchil Roses of all
styles and nationalities were also noticed.
Souvenir du President Carnot, of which
the firm has one large bouse, will be in
good shape for cuttings later; and of
chrysanthemums— there is simply no end to
them. Among carnations many new
seedlings were seen and admired, but the
center of attraction was Mr. Kill's new
white seedling. Flora Hill ; it Is without
doubt a splendid carnation, and from the
way our party invested they certainly con-
sider it the "queen of whites." During
the Summer the plants were nearly
drowned, and I must say, taking Mr. Hill's
carnations as a whole, they do not look so
well as I have seen them ; but they will re
cover rapidly and you will all see some
grand blooms on the tables at the exhlbl-
bltlon ol the American Carnation Society
next month.
Of course, the party was interested In
ventilating machines and we were con-
ducted through the works of the Quaker
City Machine Co. by John A. Evans. This
concern seems to be in a very healthy con-
dition ; they sold over 600 machines last
year, and from the looks of the stock
around the shop I should say they must in-
tend to sell a thousand this year.
These little trips are productive of a
great deal of good ; they bring members of
the craft closer together, create sociability
and are always instructive in many ways.
To the craft in general let me say,
whether you are a member of the American
Carnation Society or not, we shall expect
to see you here on February 18 and 19.
We extend to all a hearty welcome.
E. G. GILLETT.
TUFF STUFF ON GREEN FLY
IS TOBAC-OIL.
FERNS! FERNS'!
1 Ferns, from 2M ui r
use ; all sood varie
per 100; »30.00peri
H. WESTON. Hempstead, N. Y.
P. OUWERKERK,
1 1 23 Summit Ave.. Jersey City, N.J.
Just received from our Holland
Nurserias :
RHODODENDRONS, AZALEAS,
SPIR/EA JAPONICA, LILIUKI SPECIOSUM,
PCONIES, BLEEDING HEART,
POT GROWN LILACS, HYDRANGEA IN SORTS.
CLEWATIS and H. P. ROSES, m the be.t sorts
FOR EASTER
FORCE FLOWERING SHRUBS:
Lilacs, Staphyleas,
Deutzias, Snowballs,
Kalmias.
ROSES, H. P. and others.
Tree-roses, Clematis,
Paeonias, Hydrangeas,
Hardy Azaleas.
L C. BOBBINK, Rutherford, N. J.
Branch Horticultural Co., Boskoop, Holland.
EuchtirlB AmazoDica, A splenaid lot for Bale
at extremely low prices, as follows: Small bulbs.
(1.50 per 100: medium size bulbs. tt.OO per 100: fine
laree bloomlus bulbs. I^S.OO per 100.
LalaDla Borbonlcii, In fine cordltlon, from
HO.OO per lOO. 6 to 6 leaves': 6 inch pots'. JIO.OO per doz.',
100. 6 to 7 leaves: 6 inch pots. »12.00 per
$75.00 per
doz., 1100 0
Belmoreana and Porsterlnna, fine
ilHuts. « Inch pots, »35 00 per 100 : 5 Inch pots. »75.00
.er 100.
Pbcenix recUnata, stronK plants. 6 Inch pots,
50.00 per 100 ; 6 inch puts. »76.00 per 100.
Cocoa Weddeilana, fine, from Slnch puts, 13.00
' Arec'n Lutescena, 4 Inch pots. $25 00 per 100.
Araucarlaa, 5. inch pots, about 13 to U Inches
ilRh, I12.0O per doz.
Elaatlca, bin . pots. 15 In. bleh, S:i5.00 1
, assorted ; splendid stock from "ZH in
100.
Casli or satisfactory reference.
JOHN BADER, Allegheny City, Pa.
[NTION THE rtOBiyre- CXCHAWGI
Decorative Plants
ARAUCftRIAS
PALMS
PANDANUS VEITCHII
All sizes. Write for Prices.
r^DiyiC Assorted, from 2!i inch
r C. n IN O , pots, $3.50 per 100.
JOHN SCOTT,
Keap Street Greenliouses,
Telephone Call 121
BROOKLYN, N. Y.
kVilliamsburgh.
• eXCH«WGC
PaiiDs & \\mm Piaots
ANTON SCHULTHEIS,
I College Point, L.
PAIMS
Latania Borbonica, '^^,',°- $2.50 per 1 00
100,000 Privet, IJaC. up.
20,000 Ampelopsis, '■|j'^„^^","'' 5c. &, 7c.
25 varieties of field grown Phlox, 6c.
2,000 Japan Maples cheap. li'pp\'f,?„?i°n.
30,000 Peach Trees, fine vars., prices low.
Shrubs, $5 per 100.
Bearing Age Fruit Trees.
Large Shade Trees.
American Arbor Vit«, 12 to 18 in. $3 per 100
THE ELIZIBETH HURSERV GOMPmy
KELSEY'S
NOVELTIES IN
Florists' %
m Decorative,
KELSEY'S
NE'W SOUTHERN
LEUGOTHOE SPRAYS,
BIIILlllllT GBEEII tllD BROHIE GlUX LEIVES.
These Novelties are introduced e-xclnsively and supplied the
wholesale and retail trade by HAKLAN P. KELSEY.
FLORISTS now use them universally. Since introducing these trnlv
"Novelties" several seasons since, vfe have sold MILl/IONS
annually. For Funeral work and all large and small Decorations
they are especially Invaluable.
Special Packing— Used as needed out of our original cases.
Special low Express rates.
SPECIAI< PRICES XO -WHOI^ESALERS.
We want every Florist in U. S and Canada, who hss not already
done so, to write at once for SAJWPLiES and full information— free
for the asking.
Telaeraph "KELSEY, Cranberry, N. C," and write
HIGHLANDS NURSERY, Kawana, N. C.
DEUTZIA GRACILIS.
Cyperm AlternlfoHus Gracilis, from
2!^-ln. pots, S3. 00 per 100.
Caeh with order.
Address, JOHN C. EISELE,
20tt! & Ontario StS.. PHILADELPHIA, PA
ERNS! FERNS!
8,000,000 bardy cut Ferns
cts. per 1000. Laurel Wrenths!
I yds. Sphagnum BIou, the
est living moss in the
Qyoubuy itcheapert Don't
rget me if you need any.
My goods are flrst-class. All
prom ptl y attend ei
I MENTION THC njORt8T8LCXCHANGV_
xs:
Ready to shift from 2 inch pots.
Blechnnm occidentale, P. senulata cristata densii
Pteris major, P. Albo lineala,
P. adiantoides, Adiantum cuDeatum.
P. serruiata, Adiantum puhesceiis.
P. serruiata cristata, Onychium japonifum.
At $25.00 per 1000 ; S3 0() per 100.
Complete listof all ferns on application. Terms casli.
BRADLEY REDFIELD. Glenside, Pa.
3.C. FERNS
PTERIS SERRULATA. .
PTERIS ARGYR/EA. . .
ADIANTUM PUBESCENS.
$3.50 PER 100. CASH.
EDWIN A. SEIDEWITZ,
36 W. Lexington St., BALTIMORE, MD.
Nephrolepis Exaltata Bostoniensis.
In large and small quantities for Spring delivery, from $40.00
to 180.00 per 1000. Mine is the genuine stock.
FRED. C. BECKER, 1730 Cambridge Street, CAMBRIDGE, MASS.
ADIANTUM CUNBATUM, 3 in. pots $100 $8 OU
CHRYSANTHEMUM FRCTE^CENS HALLERII AURKA, the new yellow
Paris Daisy. Fine color, free bloomer; a grand seller. Strong plants
from 21^ inch pots 100 8 00
CTCLAMEN PERSICUM, 3 in. pots 0 75 5 00
DRAC^NA PRAGRAN8, 5 in. pots 3 00 20 00
LATANIA BORBONICA, 4 in. pots, 12 inches high, 5 to 6 leaves 2 00 15 00
3 " 10 " 4to6 " 126 10 00
LIBONIA PBNRHOSIENSIS, 4 in. pots 125 10 00
PRIMULA OBOONICA.Sin. pots 75 5 00
COI.EITS OUR SPECIALTY.
We will have 100,000 extra strong clean rooted cuttings of Coleus, Golden Bedder, and
Versohaffeltil, good for lYt or 3 in. pota during the months of February, March and April at
$1.00 per 100, $7.60 per 1000, $6.00 per 1000 in 6000 lots and over; 2% in. pots, $2.00 per 100.
20,ooo CANPfAS.
Alphonze Bouvler, Capt. P. de Suzzonl, Chas. Henderson, Exploratenr Crampbell.
Florence Vaughan, Mme. Crozy, Miss Sarah Hill, Eldorado, Queen Cliarlotte, Admiral
Avellan, Souvenir d'Atolne Crozy, Comte de Bouchaud, Mme, Montefiore, Helen
Gould, Sunshine, Sunbeam, 3. R. Pierson, Oriole, Mme. Alphonse Bouvier, Colnmbla,
Van der Berg;, Miss Chas. Molln, Ehemanni and Professor.
BEDDING PLANTS,
Orders booked now for rooted cuttings of all kinds of bedding plants. Write for prices.
ASPARAGUS PLUMOSITS,
strong 3 year old plants from bed, $6.60 per doz., $60.00 per 100.
Stock is in good condition. CASH with order from unknown customers or C. O. D.
Orders amounting to $6.00 and over F. O. B., N. Y. City.
Special Trade List Free on Application.
SEAWANHAKA GREENHOUSES, Oyster Bay, Queens Co.. N. Y.
JAS. C. CLARK, Snpt. P. O. BOX 34- ^?yM. T 5WAN, Proprlatar.
The Plorists* Exchange.
101
IDIINTOM CUNllTUM.
STRONG AND BUSHY.
3 in. $6 per 100; 2"-4 in. $3 per 100 : $25 per 1000
CHAS. F. BAKER, Utica, N, Y.
CHEAP PALMS!
. hlKh. leaves, each. 100
canla Borbonlca.
Send for list of Other va-rieties aud prices.
W. J. HESSER, ^^1., Plattsmouth, Neb.
SPECIALTIES FOR THE TR;iDE.
Inches. 100
Magnolia Fnscata, stocky and well
branched 12-16 $12 00
Olea Frasrans, " "...12-16 12 00
"...18-20 16 00
Oranges and Lemons, best vars., I 10-12 25 00
grafted on Trifoliata, bushy. 1 15-18 40 00
Oranges, Otaheite, bushy 8-10 8 00
" 12-16 16 00
Hareclial Niel Roses, strong, field
grown, budded on Manetti, S-t
feet $125.00 per loOO 15 00
Slareolial Niel Roses, strong, 18-24
Inches $100.00 per 1000 12 00
Soupert, Favie and Mignonette
Roses, on own roots, $60.00 perlOflO T 00
Ficus Elastlca 10 20 00
Biota Aurea Nana 8-10 12 00
12-15 1500
Latania Borbonlca, 4 in. potB,
2-3 leaves showing character.. 12-U 20 00
Psndanns ntllls, 4 in. pots. -12 20 00
Phcenix CanarlensU, and Beoli*
nata, 3 in. pots -12 13 00
Pbcenix Recllnata, Leonenslsand
Sylvestrls, well formed, 4 in. pots 12-15 25 00
Ph06nlxSylveBtrls,veryttne,6in." 18-20 40 00
Packing at cost. Above rates do not apply to
less than 50 of a sort. Send for trade list. Address
P. J. BERCKMANS, Augusta, Ca.
Rose Hill Nurseries.
THE LARGEST AND FINEST STOCK IN AMERICA.
ARBCA I,UTB8CENS.-3!^ in. pots, bushy, 12-15 in. high, $3.00 per doz.; $20 00 per 100.
4 In. pots, bushy, 18-20 in. high, $4.00 per doz.; $30 per 100. 6 in. pots, bushy, 20-22 in. high,
$6.00 perdoz.; $50.00 per 100. 8 and 9 in. pots, bushy, 3 to 6 ft. high, $4.00, $5.00 and $6.00 each.
COCOS ■WEDDEl.IAPJ A.— 2>^ iu. pots, extra fine, 5 and 6 leaves, $2,00 per doz.; $15.00 pei
100. 3 Ml. pots, extra Bue, strong, $2.50 per doz.: $20.00 per 100. 3 in. pots, extra fine, very
strong, selected, $3.60 per doz.; $25.00 per 100. 3% In. pots, extra flue, very strong,
$4.00 per doz.
KENTIA BEL,1WOREANA.— 5 in. pots, extra
high, 75 cts. each; $8.01) per doz. 8 in. pots, heavy,
doz. 7 in. pots, heavy, 2 to 2)^ ft. high, $2.00 each ; $24.00 per doz. o in. pots, bo to v
high, decorative size, $3.60 to $6.00 each.
KENTIA EORSXERIAI>l.\.-3 in. pots, 12 to 15 in. high, $3.00 per doz.; $15.00 per
4 in. pots, 15 to 18 in. high, $4.50 per doz.; $35.00 per 100. 6 in. pots, 2 to 3)^ ft. high, $1.25 e
7 in. pots, 3 to 2)^ ft. high, $3.00 to $2.50 each.
l,AXASJIA BOR.BONICA.— 4 in. pots, 10 to 12 in. high, 7 and 8 leaves, $15.00 per
6 in. pots, perfect specimens, 7 to 9 leaves, $18.00 per doz. 7 in, pots, perfect specimens, 8
leaves. $2.00 to $3.60 each.
LIVISXOPJA ROT(;f(DIPOL,IA.— 4 in. pots, 10 to 12 in. high, $1.25 each ; $15.00
doz. 5 in. pots, 13 to 15 in. higli, $1.50 each ; $18.00 per doz.
PHCENIX Il.ECl,IIif AXA.— 6 in. pots, 16 to 18 in. high, $1.00 each ; $10.00 per doz.
DRACE N AS.— CIu variety.) Without doubt or exception we have the grandest
country. Opan tor inspection. 4 in. pots, $4.00 per doz. 6 in. pots, $6.00 per doz.
and coloring.)
FERNS. EERKiS. FERPJS.— If you are going to buy, it will pay you to get a sample
of our 1,'rand stock. 2'A iu. pots, in five varieties, $3.50 per 100 ; $30.00 per 1000. Nephrole-
pis Cordata Compaota — The largest stock of this grand variety. 3 in. pots, flue stock,
$15.0U per lOJ. 6 In. pots, line specimens, 15 to 18 in. high, $4.00 per doz.; $35.00 per 100. Pterls
umbrosa gigaateum 4 in. pots, $35.00 per 100. 5 in. pots, $6.00 per do». 6 in. pots, 66c. ea.
FICUS Et,ASXICA.-8 In. pots, $50.00 per 100 ; 7 in. pots, $76.00 per lOtt
|^~A11 measurements taken from top of pots.
The above is a brief list of our specialties. Our new wholesale list, giving description of all
new novelties, will be ready soon. Do not order till you see IT.
Write, Telegraph or Telephone us and our Carriage will meet you.
(Colored
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3 to I
SIEBRECHT & SON,
N Y. Office:
NEW ROCHELLE, N. Y,
HARDY CUT FERNS
$ I .OO per I OOO. Discount on large orderf.
L. B. BRAGUE, HiusUiilc, Mass.
♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦
I HEADQUARTERS FOR |
: Palms & Decorative Plants i
t NOTICE.
♦ Standard Rosses sold out, but another
X 2000 will arrive February 1.5. LIST
♦ NOW READV.
t JULIUS ROEHRS, Rutherford,
X p. O. Carlton Hill, N. J
N.J.I
{"sTORRS & HARRISON CO., Painesville. Ohio.
♦ Wholesale Nnrserymen and Florist*, J
T C*D aho\r u fine blookg of Fruit and OrnamenUl Tree*. Ylnea, Bhrubi, Boiei u can b« Z
X found In the U. 8. We grow } million EoBes and million of plant! annually. Trade list Z
NEPHROLEPIS EXALTATA
....BOSTONIENSIS....
THE BOSTON DROOPING FERN.
Plants at $10, $15 and $20 per 100. Pofed now
will make fine plants tor Eastc-r.
The $6 to $in per dozen size potted now will
make fine decorative plants for Easter.
Ordf rs booked now for June 1st to August deliv-
ery, in rotation, for from $6u to $1*2 I per 10' 0; $8
to 115 per 100. Not less than 60 at 100 rate, or 260
at 1000 rate.
Ranted Cuttings Daybreak Carnatlonit. at
$15 perlOJ-i; $2 per 100. Now ready. Order early.
L. H. FOSTER,
46 KINS ST. - DORONESTER, MASS.
CPECIAL OFFER FOR SPRING DELIVERIES
^OBimniEIITIIL PLnilTS, oughids, EIG.
6 00 35 00
25 00
6 00 40 00
5 00 30 00
Barkeria elegans $0
Brassavola glauca
Cattlejra citrina 1
Cattleya Dowiana 3
Cattleya Skinneri
Chy sis aurea
Cypripedium caudatum roseum 2
Lselia albida 1
Lselia anceps
Lmlia majalis
Lycaste cruenta 1
Lycaste Deppei 1
Lycaste Skinneri 1
Odontoglossum citrosmum 1
Odontoglossum nebulosum
Oncidium Cavendishi 1
Oncidium Krameri (the grandest Butterfly
orcliiil) .3
Oncidium tijsrrinum
Peristaria elata (Holy Ghost flower) 1
These Orchids are all extra strong flowering plants
bulbs, or 3 to 4 strong growths. Delivery can be made
than March 1st, during May. Prices include delivery.
CYCAS REVOLUXA.
CL,oag Leaved Sort, Choice Stems.)
Our importations will arrive February, and delivery can be made any time
after danger of frost is over, midtlle of March, by freight safely to any point in the
United States. Write for " special prices."
ASPIDISTRA LURIDA,
Green or Varieijated.
We will, on order, import these with Leaves cut off in clumps, young shoots
starting to grow on for Summer. Delivery March to June.
Address all communications to
75
6 00
35 00
00
7 50
40 00
25
10 00
25
10 00
00
7 50
40 00
75
6 00
30 00
00
7 50
40 00
no
25 00
75
6 00
40 00
25
10 00
, w
th from 5 to 10 pseudo
on
orders, given
not later
TREE FERN STEMS
F'roin Australia.
There is only one time in the year that these stems can be ordered in Australia
and imported dormant. Order January to March, delivery June to August. All
sorts of Cycatheas aud Die i;sonias. On orders received by March 1st, price $1.00
per ft. ; $90.00 per 100 ft. We recommend Dicksonia antarctica as " the best Tree
Fern known." Send your orders now.
S^WEET PEA SEED.
No. 1.— Alha magnifica, Apule Blossom, Black, Blanche Ferry, Borreaton,
Bronze King, ButterHy, Blushing Beauty, Cardinal, Captain Clark, Captain of Blues,
Countess of Radnor, Crown Princess of Prussia, Carmen Sylva, Delight, Duchess
of Edinburgh, Duke of Clarence, Duke of York, Emily Henderson, Etna, Fairy
Queen. Firefly, Gaiety, Grand Blue, Her Majesty, Ignea, Isa Eckford, Invincible
Scarlet, Lady Beaconsfield. Lady Penzance, Lemon Queen, Lottie Eckford, Mrs,
Eckford, Mrs. Gladstone, Mrs. Sankey, New Lottie Eckford, Ovid, Orange Prince,
Peach Blossom, Primrose, Princess Beatrice, Princess Louise, Princess of Wales,
Queen of England, Royal Robe. Senator, Splendor, Stanley, The Queen, Venus,
Vesuvius, Waverley. Largest Mixed Eckford's.
No. 2.— America, Blanche Burpee, Celestial, Daybreak, Eliza Eckford, Empress
of India, Gray Friar, Juanita, Mrs. Jos. Cliamberlain, Novelty, Oddity, Raiuona.
NOVELTIES, Z896.
No. 3. — Alice Eckford, Captivation, Crown Jewel, Cupid, Little Dorrit, Mikado.
NOVEI.TIES FOR 1897.
No. 4.— Coquette, Countess of Shrewsbury, Lovely, Jlars, Prima Don^a, Royal
Rose. Send for special quotations l)y oz., lb. or 100 lbs., delivered.
Physalis Franchetti.
NOVELTIES.
Sample plant, 50 cts.
LYGODIUM JAPONICUM
iClimbliiK; ■•"ern.)
Shoots 8 to 10 ft. long
H. H. BERGER & CO., SAN FRANCISCO, CAL.
108
The F=l-orists' Exchange.
SITUATIONS WANTED.
p«r line (6 worda), eacb in
a order. Tbts rate applies onlj
"W ANTED
Complete set of Ptlcliolson's Diction-
ary of Gardeiilngr. Send price aud
condition, if mutilated at all, to H 3, cure
Florists' Exchange.
ter. Address I
glTUATIDN wanted by yuuni; unma
Violet house preferred. Box 206. Brew
giTUATION wanted, German, 27, sioKle, 13 years'
York. Q. Kietner, 623 Ulgli Point Ave,, West Hobo-
OITUATION wanted by experienced sreenho
^ assistant on halms. Stove i'lants. Ferns, R"
etc. Ace 25, siople, A 1 references. Delioker, 7J)9
Ave.. New York City, care A. L, Bock.
$25'
and KFOunds. or as Kood second. Thorou
"' t. English, age :-i2 married, exce'l
Address Gardener, 4 Delancy St., N
gITUATtON wanted
FORB]»IAN.
A successful rose grower and general florist
Tants to make a change from present position
18 foreman of large place. Parties needing
lervice of an experienced commercial florist
IS foreman to take entire charge, and can offer
I permanent position with good pay, will please
I'ldress, stating lull particulars,
New York, care Florists* Sxctiange.
HELP WANTED.
W^ ANTED.
A good capable man understanding
rose growing, and competent to take
charge of commercial place. State ex-
perience and wages.
A. G., care Florists' ICxchange.
1!V ANTED.
Salesman for Pennsylvania and New Jersey ;
must understand the seed business: one ac-
quainted with Philadelphia local trade pre-
ferred. Address
H. G. FAUST & CO.,
64 aud 60 N. Front St., Phila., Pa.
^V ANTED.
A first-class orchid grower ; must
have the best of reference ; state wages.
Address
J. T., care Florists' Exchange.
STOCK WANTED.
Cut Flowers Wanted !
Leading varieties of Hoses, Lilies,
Carnations, etc
Frank S. Hicks/XSfn^irit Brooklyn, N.Y.
Mixed, all shades. Send samples 1st and 3d
siZHs, with price per 1000.
GEO. R. KNAPP, Asbury Park, N. J.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHANGE
WANTED IN EXCHANGE
(•'or stock offered by n
Pblox. Delphi!
rums and OrnameDtal G
Honeysuckles. Wiaturla
flora. Norway Spruce. A
Stat« varieties, sizes i
to exchacKe, alao what is warned.
N. STUDER, Anacostia, D.C.
WHOLESALE FLORIST.
1 MENTION THE PLORlST'e EXCHANGE
is, Anipelopsls Velti
matls. MaKnoliaKra
i Japonica, etc.
^W ANTED TO RENT
For a term of years; greenhouses in some
rge town where all that is raised is sold at
•me. Everything must be in first-class run-
ng condition ; would take place about May
i8p7. As I mean business I would be pleased
receive particulars in fuU. Address
Goodman, care Florists' Exchange.
SECOND HAND MATERIAL.
t& /? ff Buys a 25 horse power steam boiler,
?b O O ^'^'^ ^^' necessary attachments, used
^^ only three months and is in the beat
of condition (for steam or hot water). Address
FOR SALE.
Two Nolan Boilers
IN GOOD CONDITION.
One No. 16 and one No. 36 Cheap, at
PANKOK & SCHUMACHER,
r"cr'e'»Miu's't"eet. Astopia, L. 1. City.
Greenhouses, Stores, Etc.
will buy
establlsl]
Lady preferred. Addi
Mra. Ilulonce. Florist. JacUsouville, Fin.
WHCN WBmHQ MENTION THE FLOBIgm' gXCHANGE
FOR SAI.E.
J188, double thick; In the center of a beau-
axe in the lavored Hudson River Violet
nd set mostly with Violets. Ten room
Post OfBce, Telesraph, telephone, and two expres
ofQceB. Good shipping point for New York o
Boston for cut flowers or plants. Hot water heat.
JOHNSON, care of Florists' Exchan
FOR SAIIayor Piogree, light yellow,
largehloom 10 00 75 00
Mrs. Chas. H. Duhmo, delicate
pink, very early 10 00 75 00
Mrs. George M. Bradt, white,
marked scarlet 10 00 75 00
We have also a large stock of all the leading
GErHlNGOGrrsONrGrand Haven, Mich.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORIST'S EXCHANQC
LOOK HERB.
Carnation Cuttings
From healthy and well-grown stock.
William Scolt, L. McGowan, Portia, $1.2.5 per 100=
$10 per UK 10.
Daybreak. Anna Webb. Alaska. Albertini, Tidal Wave,
Storm King, Bouton d'Or, Bridesmaid, $:^ per
100; $15 per 1000.
Delia Fox, Ivory, Gold Finch, $t per 100.
Order of SO) cuttings filled at 1000 rates, not
less than 100 of a kind. Cash with order.
JAMES E. BEACH,
Successor to J. H. Beach & Son,
617 Park Ave., Bridgeport, Conn.
____
AT THE BOSTON FLOWER
MARKET, PARK STREET,
On THURSDAY. FEB. 4th.
...THE CARNATIONS...
C. A. PANA, GEO. M. BRADT.
KLDORADO. HARRISON'S WHITE,
STORM KING. ALASKA,
ABUNDANCE.
NO POSTPONEIVIENT,
THE COTTAGE GARDENS, Queens, N.Y.
WHEW WRfTINQ MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
RASTER COMES^
"-^^V^^^ BUY BULBS ?
at Half I»rlce and make more
money. Our Bulbs have been
kept in soil aud Are lu Fine
Condition. M
Cbiueae Sacred Lilies, Baekets, 30 bulbs. BUC'
Tulips, D.uble white PerlOOMJS
SiDKle Scarlet 35
■• WhIteaiidRed 35
" Red and OraDue..., 60
'• White Pottebaker 60
•\ W Yellow ■• 60
" Pall Late Striped."./'.".','.'.'.*.".".'.".! 60
NnrciaHUa, Paper White 40
Lily Valley. Extra Fine 70
SpirEea, As. Jap. I> irge Clumps 3 00
Hyncintlis, White Itoman i no
SlnBle Red l 75
" Blue I 75
Pink Hodson 2 26
'■ Mixed 1 75
Cailas, Larpe t lO
ExtraLarge 6 00
" Mammoth 8 00
RAFFIA, thebesi material for tylne. does not in-
jure the plants; It ftoes farthest and Is cheapest:
first quality long fibre at lie. a lb ; »9 00 a 100 lbs.
TOBB A ceo STEWS, bales 300 lbs., 11.60.
I Hi tAUdl & LUi, Philadelphia, Pa.
WHEN WRITINQ MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
Jan. 30, 1897
The F^lorists* Exchange.
103
Pittsburg.
The cold wave, which reached us January
23 with a strong wind and snow storm,
continues at present writing, January 27,
and during that time the mercury has
registered as low as 10 degrees below zero
in some places, and for several days has
been hugging the zero point. It is tough
weather for the growers, and requires tons
of coal to keep up the desired temperature
for plants under glass. So far I have not
heard of any damage by frost, nor of any
great shortage of stock of cut flowers, but
the demand was very light. As few people
ventured out-of doors, trade has been no
better than last week's, excepting that a
little more activity occurred in funeral
work. Prices remain about the same.
Tulips are coming in, but the quality is
not of the best— too short in the stem.
Harrisii is quoted at i~ per 100, and seem
plentiful, but they are onlvin fair demand.
Callas are herd to sell. The demand for
valley is very light this year ; few are sold
loose, and the flowers must be used in
work to get rid of them.
A. L. Vaughan, representing J. C.
Vaughan, of Chicago and New York, spent
several days in our neighborhood ; S. S.
Skidelskt, of M. Rice & Co., and W. J,
Boas, of Edwards & Docker, Philadelphia,
were also in town during the week.
E. C. Reineman.
Cleveland.
Trade Notes.
O wing to the extreme cold weather
trade In all its branches is almost at a
complete standstill. Funeral work is about
the only thing that occasions any move-
ment, and orders in this line are few. Of
late, very few society events, weddings
and receptions have occurred, and, of
course, the usual work In the decorative
line that such functions call for, is of very
little consequence. In spite of the quiet
conditions of trade, stock in some items
remains scarce. Short supply of roses Is
most noticeably felt ; Beauty, of which
very little stock Is offered, are very hard to
obtain. Other varieties are offered more
freely, and prices realized are $1 per dozen
for ordinary to $2 50 for best.
Carnations are more plentiful, and sell
ar 25c. to 50c.; wholesale, 75. and tl.
Harrisii is in fair supply, and sellat$l 50
per dozen to $3 for best stock.
Valley and violets hold their own, and
bring $1 and 12 respectively.
Hyacinths are in poor demand ; a great
deal of good stock goes to waste before It
can de disposed of. Tulips flnd ready salt
and realize from 50c. to $1 per dozen. In
Von Slon good stock is scarce and brings
from $4 to $5 at wholesale, retailing at $1
per dozen.
All other flowers sell at prices previ
ously reported ; lllace, 25o. per spray, proi
sale; freesias, 50c. to 75(;.; cyclamen, 50c.
Romans flnd very poor sale.
Florists' Cln
eetlne.
At the Florists' Club meeting,
held on Tuesday evening, there was but a
fair attendance, the weather being such
that it prevented many members from
attending.
It was decided to hold a social in the
near future, and a committee was ap-
pointed to make necessary arrangements.
Another committee has in hand the ar-
ranging of a premium list for the chrysan
tbemum show next Fall.
Mr. J. M. Gasser has just returned
from an extended trip through the east
and lower Canada.
L. J. Leopold, a retail florist at 166
Euclid ave., made an assignment on the
15th Inst. Assets, $400 ; liabilities, $700.
Late Tuesday night the heavy plate
glass doors of CHA8. Erhardt's store and
that of E J. Paddock immediately adjoin-
ing on Erie St. were broken Into. It it was
done by burglars their efforts were fruit-
less, as nothing was secured at either
place. As near as the writer could learn,
the perpetrators were found and placed
under arrest.
(j. A. TiLTON, tor eight years past in the
seed and bulb business In this city, will on
February 1 enter into partnership with
bis father, the firm name to be A. Tllton &
Son.
A. RINGIEB, representing W. W, Bar-
nard & Co., Chicago, was a visitor this
TUFF STUFF ON GREEN FLY
IS TOBAC-OIL.
Chrysanthemums.
Strong, Healthy Stock Plants.
Calvat's "Beiij. Glroud.*' A beautiful early
crimaon. dwarf habit, good foliage, flue stem, color
as rich as G. W. Cbilds, and does not burn or scald.
iO cts. each; $4.00 per doz.
Libeity. Duchess of York, Triomphe de St.
Laurent, Lottie Alter, Cbebeague, Wm. Simpson,
Ruth Ellis. 40 cts. each, t«.i)0 per doz.
Moiesto, Sunclad, Violescent, Tanoma. Autumn
Bride, Mrs. Perrin, Helen Wright. Glory of the
Mile. Th. Panckoucke, Mrs. W. O. Egan, Pluto. Hin-
aldo, Lily Love, Golden Wedding. H. W. Rieman, H.
L. Sunderbruch. and others. 25c. each : $2. BO doz.
Mme. F. Bergmann, Mrs. H. Robinson. Mrs H.
McK. Twombly, Mrs. J. Jones, Mayflower, Niveus.
Wananiaker. Ivory, K. Leech, Maud Dean.Erminilda.
Helen Bloodgood, Vivland-Morel, Mrs. P. Palmer,
Marion Henderson. Miss M. M Johnson. Yellow
Queen. Mrs. W H. Rand. Major Bonnaffon, Phlla.
delphia.Brigand.Pishpr'sTorch Wm. Seward. H. E.
Widener. W. W. Coles, E. Dailledouze, 16 cts. each;
$1.60 per doz.
FARQUHAR VIOLETS-Early. large, good
d productive, from 2^ in. pots, 76 cts. per
$5.11
100.
BOHOAINVILLEA GLABRA. 60c. to $1.00
'«a-TERMS. CASH WITH ORDER
THEO. F. BECKBRX,
"'I',i!',L'2i^,^"i.,„.K„„ P. 6LENFIEL0. PA
les [or I8e7.
Our Collection of Certificated
MIDGE,
MERULA, IJjjjy
Mrs. JOHN J. GLESSNER,
CHITO, JJjfjli
Mrs. MARTIN A. RYERSON,
SDNSTONE, jjj
WESTERN KING,
SO cts. each. $5.00 per
$35.00 per 100.
doz.
NATHAN SMITH & SON, ^£7^^
i liji
1 am
_^S^
again
ready
to
TRADE ^^^a}^^ MARK.
quote
prices
and
bo k
nrtlora
OVELTIES AND STANDARDS
n ever. Try my leader—John Llitch.
CATALOGUE FREE.
W. W. WILMORE, Box 382, Denver, Colo
EN WBITIN'S MENTION THE FtORIST'S EXCMANGC
400,000
Pansy Plants s&^^^v^
100,000
PnrnnHnnn Hooted Cuttlnes, no lust $12'
barNdllflnS PerlOO;$IO.UOperl.O(XI f,o„:
UUI1(U11UI|U 8an4_ jo,qq iqo; $i-,oii p, ,
1,OUO, from Hats.
WANTED IN EXCHANGE.
100 Petunias, 2 in.; 60 Azaleas, 13 in hciids
600 Caniias, dry roots. 500 Flowering and
Rex Begonias, 2 in.; and 200 Fancy
Trade List of HSw Reldy
MORRIS FLORAL CO., Morris, III.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE
Grand Hesults.
Your paper gave grand results from its use last
ea-on. 0. E. WELD.
Boslindale, Mass., Sept. 1. '96.
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NOTICE!
CUT WHITE ROMAN HYACINTHS.
20 CJillYSlllTiJEmS
VARIETIES
! price. Si.OO per
J G. ASCHMANN.
5 1012 Ontario St.. - - - Rising Su-. F
♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ HARVEY
2% inch pots,
SNrW, Camden, New York.
WRrriNO MENTION THE FIORISTS- EXCHANCE.
SEEDLS^G CARNATIONS for 1897.
CAPT. KsNG. :;;;;;;;;
nd prufltabk
JOSEPH JEFFERSON CeepH.rk.rerylKree and showy flowers, on Inng, stiff .teius.
uUdCrn tlCrrcnOUIIi col'.rreeemblniKThop. Cartlease. imicti larger aower. . . . !
Seiil For Wholosilo List of Hew jnii Stjudirii Camitlons. Stock Strcng and Eeiltty. NO RUST.
C. J. PENNOCK, The Pines, KENNETT SQUARE, PA.
DEFEPEB
NEW
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
i!£O.S.P
DEFENDER. Bright Dark Crimson, reflexed, does not show under side of
petaU. 3;.; ft. size, 9 inches stout stem, good foliage up to the bloom, easy to
grow. Best Crimson to date, N. C. S. Certificate. 50c. each ; $5.00 perdoz.;
135.00 per 100.
GEO. S. K ALB. Early White, Oct. 3d. Slightly reflexed, 3 ft. size, 6 to 7 inches
stout stem, good foliage to the bloom. We have grown this 3 years and find
it best all around Early White we have seen, N, C. S. Certificate. A money
makerforyou. 3.ic.each; $3 50 per doz.; $35.00 per 100. Distribution Marclil.
CASH OR SATISFACTORY REFERENCE.
FlSler & [KaS, ToM Gate, Belair Ave., BaltlOII!, PIl
4IBICCER THAN EVER^
THe W pi M Californiao Daisi
fChiysanihemum frutescens gmanteum ) CERTIFICATl 0.
20c. Each; $1.75 Per Doz.; 2-in. Pots, $12.00 Per 100.
W^ Price List of Hesl Varieties of Chrvsantliciminis, Roses,
Carnations, Etc., Forwarded on A])plication.
GARRETT & ROSE,
200 WEST SIDE AVENUE,
NEW JERSEY, N. J.
104
St. Louis.
Market News.
I am able to report a clean market
for St. Louis for last week. Receipts were
lighter than in the week previous, and
there was just enough demand to keep
prices moving upward. As the week pro-
gressed, it became apparent that both
roses and carnations were off crop, and
each following day's call put prices up an-
other notch. The zero weather of Sunday
took an additional twist at prices, and
sent them up to Christmas figures almost.
One lot of American Beauty roses sold at
75o. each. A lot of Kaiserin brought 15c.
All varieties and selections advanced from
2c. to 3c. each, and the light receipts to-day
(Monday) are firmly held at the advance.
Good Bridesmaid are selling at 8c. to 10c :
fancy selections at 12Jc. This rose seems to
have been in best demand during the past
week. Meteor came next in call and sold
at about the same figures. Bride and
Kaiserin were not as much in demand, and
did not command as good prices. Perle,
when good, brought from 4o. to 6c., aLd
were scarce. Good Beauty were not plenti-
ful, and those received brought full value.
There was a good supply of 12 to 20 inch
stem, off color Beauty, which sold fairly
well, quality considered, at prices ranglDg
from 10c. to 20c. each.
The carnation glut reported the previous
week gave way early last week under the
double pressure of light receipts and fair
demand. Prices of ordinary blooms ad-
vanced gradually from SOc. to $2 per 100
yesterday, and to $3 to-day, at which a few
are selling. Fancy carnations brought $3
last Thursday, and would bring $4 to-day
if they could he had.
Double violets advanced from 50c. to $1
per 100. Of course there were all sorts of
kicks and threats on part of the florist, but
the wholesaler who had the violets got $1
per 100. Single violets sold at 35c. to 35c.
per 100 ; California violets sold well at 75o
The glut of Romans and narcissus is off,
and bulbous stock is again commanding
attention. Poor quality Romans sold for
a few days at $2 per 100. At present writing
the supply is equal to the demand at *1
to $1 50 per 100.
Lilium Harrisii is scarce, and receipts
sold out clean at $12 50 to $15 per 100.
Callas are in fair supply and good re-
quest. The price is now stationary at $10
per 100.
Jonquils are still scarce and bring $4 per
100.
Smilax is abundant and not in request.
It is sold as low as $8 per ISO. Wild
smilax seems to be superseding it here in
use for decorative work.
The demand is light to-day, but as there
is little stock on the market, indications
point to steady prices at the figures named.
Retail Nates.
Trade was stimulated by a number
of social events at which one or another of
nearly all the florists had a share. Funeral
work was plentiful, and as the sale of cut
flowers in the stores improved the week
closed was satisfactory.
The Fallr.
There was considerable agitation
last week on account of the fakir, for
whose existence here the wholesalers are
blamed. Some retailers urge that the
florists should not buy of wholesalers who
sell to the fakir. If St. Louis was the only
flower market on earth it would be an easy
matter to freeze the Greek out of the
business, but as long as there are other
sources of supply within a night's ride of
us, and men at those places of supply who
are willing to exchange second class roses
for first-class cash, and as long as the
municipal authorities at St. Louis con-
tinue to grant permits to fakirs gratis, so
long will we have to bear his presence.
Syracuse, N. Y.
Business here, which was quite dull for
some time after the holidays, has revived
within the last ten days. There has been
quite a scarcity of cut fiowers. The
weather, with the exception of the first
three days, has been most disagreeable
during the month, and very unfavorable to
the production of high grade blooms.
Notwithstanding the untoward condi-
tions carnations were never better at L. E.
Marqdiske's; benches of Scott, Alaska
and McGowan being excellent, the fine
color of Scott being especially noticeable.
Mr. Marquisee is so pleased with Alaska
that he intends to plant no other white for
The Florists' Exchange.
TUFF STUFF ON GREEN FLY
IS TOB AC-OIL.
At P. R. QuiNLAN Co.'s greenhouses was
noticed a very fine batch of Harrisii, which
will be just right for Easter; also a grand
lot of callas, which latter are In demand
here for funeral work and still pay well.
It is almost superfluous to mention roses,
which are always in elegant shape here,
under the fostering care of Mr. Bard, but I
may say that a house of Perle and Sunset
is worth a little journey to those inter-
ested. C. Barson.
l^Ti
THE JEKKII3SG8 STRAIK of
Finest American Gro-vm Paneles.
Fine plants from cild frames, 75 cts. per IOC
by mail ; $4 0(1 per 1000 by e.\ press.
E. B. JENNINGS,'
Southport, Gonn.
OROWER OF THE FINEST
WHEN WRITING MCNTION THE FLO IBTS- tXCHANQI
PANSIES WORTH RAISING.
Seed, $i.oo per package, 3-16 oz. Extra good
plants, S4.00 per icxx>. F. O- B. e.xpress,
DWARF WHITE STOCKS and CHRYSAN-
THEMUM CLUMPS as advertised before.
Cash with Order.
a. SOLT-A-TT SZ CO.,
199 Grant Ave., Jersey City, N. J.
VEGETABLE PLANTS.
LETTUCE. Big Boston and other varieties
11.00 per 1000.
CA'BBAGE. Jersey Wakefield and other
best yarle* 'es 11.00 per 1000.
Cash with order, please.
R. VINGE*JT JR. S SON, White Marsh, Md.
WHCNWRI
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA.
DEPARTHENT OF AGRICULTURE.
FLOEiDALE. Pa., Oct. 17, 1896.
To Whom it May Concern :— This is to certify that I
have this I7th day of October, 1896, inspected the nursery
"'"-k of C. L. Longsdorf, grown at Floradale. County of
50.000 PEACH L°.;.fpri,
C. L. LONGSDORF, Floradale, Pa.
,. CITY
^ vStrawberry
flavor; largo and solid. ^
ously.
H&RBI80IV'B NDUSEULES, BEIUJH, UI>.
DELAWARE COLLEGE tGRIGULTURAL
EXPERIMENT STATION.
G. HAROLD POWELL.
HORTIOULTUBIST AUD ENTOMOLOGIST.
Newakk. DHL., Dec. 15.
MR. A. PiTLLEN. Milford. Delaware.
Dtar Sir: -TniB ts to certify thati have eiai
1 San Jose Bcate,
PEACH: PLUM TREES
FOR SPRING DELIVERY, 1897.
Reliable and clean ntock at low whole-
sale rates. Send for Surplus LUta.
ASPARAGUS ROOTS.
'i and 3 Years, Strong.
ALEXANDER PULLEN,
SlUford Nurseries. HILFORD, DEI..
WHEN WRITINO MENTION THE FLORISTS- tXCMXHOt
WATER LILIES
GEO. B. MOULDER,
and eqUATICS. .VA..
WE ARE GROWERS.
Stock fresh and reliable. Prices
rock bottom. Catalogue free.
Lily Park, Smith's Grove, Ky.
STERLING NOVELTIES IN DAHLIAS.
The Following Were Leaders in our FIRST PRIZE COLLECTIONS in 1896.
APPLE BLOSSOMS. The most beautiful and distinct variety, varies from deep
pink and carmine to pure white, veined pink. Field roots. $1.00 each ; pot plants 50 cts •
$6.00 per doz.
CLIFFORD -W. BRUXON. Finest yellow ever introduced. Fall 1897
delivery: strong roots. 40 cts. each; $4.00 per doz.; $7.50 per 25; $14.00 per 50; $26.00 per 100 •
$200 per 1000.
MISS MAY LOMAS. Purewhite, delicately suffused, and edged soft rosy lavender'
NEW POMPON or BOVQITEX DAHLIAS. Usuperb new Pompons
that have taken first prizes repeatedly and are without equals. Allie Mourey, Beauty
Inconstant, Daybreak, Eleifanta, Fairy Queen. Le Petit Jean, Little Bessie, Little Cactus,
Little Diavolo, Miss Lou Kramer, Prince Charming, Red Piper, Snowclad and Sprig.
NEW DOUBLE TOM THUMB. Grows but 12 to 15 inches, yellow, tipped
red ; profuse bloomer and beautiful. Valuable for bedding or pot culture.
RED and BLACK. Deep wine red, margined jet black ; beautiful and distinct.
WM. AGNE'W. The grandest red Cactus Dahlia ever introduced; intense dazzling
red, 7 inches in diameter, twisted petals ;
All above, except ootel
Send for
J Trade I
....W. p. PE«ACOCK, Dahlia Specialist, ATCO, N. J.
PANSIES! PANSIES!!
Being the largest grower of Pansies in Europe, I can offer carefully selected seed of my
choice strains at a very moderate rate. The quality is quite equal if not superior to that of any
other Euiopean house.
BATH'S EMPRESS. My own strain of Fancy Pansies, comprising the
DM I n 9 KIWII-nEiOai magmflcent varieties specially selected for the
Queen, the flowers are large, of good substance, and the colors very bright and varied In
sealed packets, 63 , 98. and 15s. per doz.; (retail. Is., Is. 6d. and 2s. 6d.)
OATH'S MONARCH. "^^^ largest Pansies grown. In a variety of rich
DM I n a IWI\^H#*ri\^ni colors. In sealed packets. 6s., 9s. and 153. per doz ■
( retail, Is., Is. 6d. and 2s. 6d.)
BATH'S FANCY EXHIBITION PANSY. fJ-g^Zt
ind2B.(
shibition t
nly.
sealed packets, 63., 98. and los. per
BATH'S IMPROVED GIANT YELLOW. ];rto^r.X
stance. 43. per oz.; 508. per lb.
LORD BEACONSFIELD. Pui'P'f.', to,P petals shading to white,
la\^nk# ^K#«X«%^ Ivor ■ bbk'. splendid. Is. 9d. per oz.; 2B3. per lb.
GIANT PURPLE. Large veUety purple. 3s. per oz.; 408. per lb.
CLEVEDON YELLOW. G.°'^«5ye"o«',sllghtlyrayedbIack,asplen-
*'»-^*^''*'" l«il-wvr»». did bedding variety. 3s. per oz.; 25s. per lb.
Cash with order or satisfactory reference.
R H. BATH, THE FLORAL FARMS, WISBECH, ENG.
Biota Aurea
Nana.
This is a seedling of Biota
Semper Aurea,
origi-
nated 10 yeais ago in our
grounds. The original plant
measures only 36 inches in
height, is of most perfect
form, and surpasses all the
other varieties of Biota
Aurea so far introduced.
During Fall and Winter
the foliage assumes a beau-
tiful golden color, and In
Summer is of bright green.
It has also the merit of being
perfectly hardy in the lati-
tude of New York. Nothing
is more desirable in the way
of a dwarf conifer. It has
also proven valuable as a
pot plant. Price
8 to 10 inches, |2 per 10;
|12 per 100.
12 to 15 inches, $3 per 10;
$15 per 100.
F.JBCRCmNMiigasiaa.
Jan. 30, 1S97
NEW GERANSUM
Thb Florists' Exchhngb.
EXTRACTS FROM A FEW LETTERS.
tl
MARS"
Special Certificate of Merit.
PRICES:
Perdoz. Per 100
Rooted cuttings $100 $5 00
2 inch pots 160 8 00
3 inch pots 2 35 12 00
Cash with order. Orders filled strictly in
shall be very pleased 1
3\ sailsOed that it ha" a f
Edwin Lonsdalk. Che
elve plants 01
, called "Mars." 1
Hill'. Philadelphia
udpes at ReadlDK, who could
a Special Certiflcate of Merit
HENRY EICHHOLZ, FLORIST,
Waynesboro, Franklin Co., Pa.
100,000 VERBENAS.
Fine pot plants, S2. 1
■SI ISO RUST
Packed light and satisfactic
OR 7UYILDESni-t«-
1 guaranteed. Send for circular.
itry. Our plants cannot be surpassed.
. . J. L,. DlI4 in. pots, $2.00 per 100.
Suiilax, from flats. 60c. per 100.
Hyacintlis, in bud and bloom; all colors.
Douttle DaflTodils, 5 In. pots, in bud and
bloom, $1.00 per doz. Cash with order, please.
EVERITT &. INSALL, Hackettstown, N. J.
ROOTED CUTTINGS
COLEUS. 50 of the best kinds at 60 cts. per 100
$vu:. per loto.
FEVERFEW. Little Gein, $■ 50 per 100
PARIS DAISIES, white and yellow, $i.co per 100.
GERANIUMS, leading .sorts. $1.50 a 100; $14 a loo^..
MME. SALLEROI. $..25 per 100 ; $10.00 per ,000.
SotlsI'DCtliiii Oiiaranteed.
C.A.HARRIS&CO.,Delanson,N.Y.
MRS. THEODOSIA B. SHEPHERD.
Hybridizer and Grower of Novelties, ofl'era
the entire stock! of some Grand New Be-
Conlas. New Abutilons. and a New Dwarf
Double Foclisia. Correspondence solicited.
Ventura by the Sea, California.
WHEN WnrTING MENTION THE flORt
GRAPEVINES
^•" ■ »*^B ^^ Small Fruits.
T. .s. ii(rRll.\ltl> a
Small Fruits.
LARGEST
and
-VERBENAS
105
HEALTKY
VIGOROUS
STOCK
BEST MAMMOTH, rooted cuttings.
OLDKR MAMMOTH, rooted cuttili
BI';ST MAMMOTH. Mrong poi plant
OLDER MAMMOTH, strong pot p
.per no. $1 25: per 10 K
C1IIII1II0IIS<
Armazindy, Ivory, Delia Fox, Ti i-
umph 5
Buttercup. M. H. Stanley 3 1
Bridesmaid, Meteor, Slorm King,
Eldorado, Albert ini, Alaska, Day-
break, Puritan 3 i
Dean Hole, Ronton d"Or 2i
Thos. Cartled^e, E. A. Wood 2 1
Lizzie .VlcGowan, Portia, Wm.Sco't. 1
STRONG ROOTED CUTTINGS.
ROSES
Polyantha, strong pi
Hybrid Perpetual. s
Hardy llimbers, sti
DORMANT
PLANTS.
Per 100
■ieties....S4.(
3ng plants, 6 vars. 6.00
Ulrich Brunner, I
Magna Charta, Paul Neyron. [■ 10.00
strong plants )
ROOTED CUTTINGS. POTTED PLANTS
Spaulding. Mme. Fred.Bergn
>U8, M. M.Johnson
Bloodgood, Eiin
land. Olympi
M. Richard Dean, Gladys Spaulding,
Henry Robinson, Nemesis, Pink Ivory.
Twombly, Niveus, Potter J'ali
Mrs.
McK.
Mrs. S. Humphreys, J. E. Lager, J.H.Troy,
Harry May. Mrs. J. B.Crane. FrankThi.mpsoii.
Dorothv Toler. J. H.Starin, Pitcher & Manda,
Viviond-Morel. Marg. Graham.
Hooted Cuttings, 83 00 per lOO: $17.50 per 1000.
From 3K in. pots, 4.0O " 35.00
Pres. W.R.Smith, Eugene Dailledouze,Ivory,
Thos. H. Brown, Cullingfordii, Minnie Wana-
■' May Wheeler, Mrs. J. G. WhiUdin,
iker. Miss May Wheeler, Mrs.
H. Lincoln. Mrs. Jerome Jor
M^OOT) BROS., FistLk^ill, IST.Y.
blesi
OFFEB OF SBISOPLE WL
DOUBLE PETUNIAS.
Our stock of these i
good healthy plants fro
varieties for $1.50.
TUBEROUS ROOTED BEGONIAS.
Kowr Is tlie time to plant for early flowerii
been sent out by us for several "
We offer
Singles in choicest mixture
Singles in separate colors a
scarlet, orimaoD, white, yell
$1.00 pel
, rose, yellow, $1.25 ]
GLOXINIAS.
at the Crassitolia type in fine
per 100; $30.00 per 1000
5.00 per 1000
$7.00 per KiO
per doz.; $8.00 per 100
$4.00 per 100 ; $30.00 per
SPECIAL VALUE IN YOUNG PALMS.
KENTIA BELMOREANA.
2M-inch pots, $3.00 per doz.; $15.00 per 100 ; $140.00 per 1000
3 " •• 3.00 •' 35.00 " 240.00 "
4 " " 6.00 " 45.00 " 400.00
KENTIA FORSTERIANA.
2^-inch pots. $1.50 per doz.: $10.00 per 100 ; 8 90.00 per 1000
3 •• •• 2.110 " 1.5.00 •• 140.00
4 •• '• 4.50 " 35.00 ■' 300.00
LATANIA BORBONICA.
2M-ioch poW, $ .75 per doz.; $ 6.00 per 100; $ 40 00 per 1000
3 •• •■ 1.25 •■ 10.00 " 70.00 ••
4 " •• 3.00 " 25.00 " 200.W "
as usual carrying an immense stock of the usual decorative f
of which will be found in our current Trade List.
5FUCHSIAJjTEIPHYLLAJ,H\liiaD\ description of which w
A FE^W GOOD NE^W OR RARE PLANTS.
Japanese Iris.
$10.00 per 100
New Asparagus SprenKeri.-2;4-inch pots, $1.35 per
doz.; $8.00 per lUO.
Allamanda -^VilHamsi.— 3-inch pots, $3.00 per doz.; $15.00
per 100.
New Carnation Victor.— Hooted cuttings from soil,
ready March 15; $1..50 per doz.; $10.00 per 100.
Pnclisia Triphylla Hytorida.— Entirely distinct, a va-
riety that is sure to please. 30 cts. each ; $3.00 per doz.
ISew Red Spiraea Anttaony 'Waterer.— One year old
plants, $1.50 per doz ; $10.00 per 100.
New Rudliecfeia Golden Clow.— Good divided
crowns, $1.00 per doz.; $6.00 per 100.
Ilectlon of 24 of the choicest Kii
Itivation. importation from Japan, $1.50 per
of 24 for $2.60.
New S'word Pern, Neplirolepls Cordata Com-
pacta.— We consider this the most valuable addition to our list of
lerns for many year-» and the most desirable sword fern in cultiva-
tion. 3-inch pots. $2.00 per doz.: $15.00 per 100.
For a full line of Novelties as well as a full standard
collection of seasonable stock, see our Quarterly Trade List,
which will be issued about January 12lh.
We are Sole Agents for Mr. Crozy for the distribution of
his new Cannas in the United States. A descriptiTe circular
plic
of his latest novelties '
iled upon application.
HENRY A. DREER, 714 Chestnut Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA.
106
Cut • Flower • Commission • Dealers
XHE PLORISTS' EXCHT^NGE.
FORD
BROS. 1
WHOLESALE
FLORISTS,
111 West 30th Street, ||
NEW
YORK.
CoBsigraentB So'icitod.
T8lepl0B6 260 38tliSt i
WM. H. CUNTHER,
Wholesale Florist |
VIOLETS AND CARNATIONS A SPECIALTY.
ConsiKnments Solicited.
30 West 29th St., New York.
Telephone, 2.i00-38th Slreet.
MICHAEL A. HART,
Wholesale & Commission Florist,
118 W. 80th St., New York.
If Telephone Osli. 1897 38th St.
kinds or Eoses,
and Carnatloni ]
specialty.
ORDERS PROMPTLY ATTENDED TO.
H. A. HOFFMANN.
Wholesale Florist
54 W. 38th St., NEW YORK.
Telephone Call, 1847 18th St.
American Beauties, Carnations, White Violets,
Specialties. CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED.
EDWARD C. HORAN,
WHOLESALE • FLORIST,
Ho. 34 W. 29th St., New York.
JULIUS LANG,
Formerly with Theo. Roehra,
Wholesale Florist
53 WEST 30th ST.
Consignments Solicited. MEW YoRK.
FRANK niLLANQ,
Wliolesale Commission Dealer
....in Cut Flowers....
408 East 34ih St., New York Clly.
Telephone Call, 1064-38th.
WHolGsalG Dealer in Cut Flowers,
ATe are Headquarters for FINEST CARNATIONS and ROSES,
VIOLETS, VALLEY, ROMANS, SMILAX, ADIANTUM.
19-21 RANDOLPH ST., CHICAGO.
Beat Selected !<
Aeservpd for Shi
...ORDERS..,
THE NEW YORK CUT FLOWER CO.
119-121 West 23d Street,
112-114 West 24th Street,
Iek;lioie733,18tliSt., NEW YORK.
BiL3SEXX 3c ^WTASHBXJMN,
Growers and Wholesale Dealers in CUT FLOWERS.
We grow the finest of American Beauties and other Roses. Also choice
selected Valley all the Year round. Carnations, Smilax, Adiantum, etc.,
fresh cut. Long; Distance Xeleptione, Main 223.
88, 90. 92 Wabash Avenue. CHICAGO, III.
g FLOmSTS- CXCHAWCE
. Beanty, fancy and special
K. A. Victoria
•• ordinary.
Magna Charta
Meteor '.
Mrs. F. Uorgan
NiphetOB, Hoite
Papa Gentler
80UV. de Wootton
Ulrlch Brunner
WatterlUe
Adiamtumb.
AaPjLBAGna
OAIiiB
r All colors, inferior gradt
« (White
; Standabd J Pink
2 Vabiitms 1 Red
I- ( Tel. 4 Varie
White
adeaof Btand- J
1 varieties.) (Yel.&Vari
LnjXfl, Longlflornm
lilLY OF TBS VaLLBT
MlOKON^TTP .
Naeciissu*, VonSion ....
Paper White.
Roman Hyacinths
N»W YOBI
Jan. 29, 1897. Jan. 27, 1887
3.00 to «.00
8.00 to 12 00
St . Louis
1887. Jan. 27, 1887. Jan. 20, 1887.
76 to 1
60.00 to 76
6.00 to 10. OC
.60 to
For Prices ol
Prices 1
Prices quoted ab
I Special Stock Bee our CorreBpondence Col
itities ot one hundred unless otherwise noted,
en only after very careful inquiry, and whi
ill he found practically correct up lo the date m
(ElKBEItl} BtOS.,
Wholesale Growers of Cut Flowers.
. . . . . 500,000 Feet of Glass.
We can fill all orders on short notice with all leading varieties of ROSES and
CARNATIONS. We are headquarters for fine AMERICAN BEAUTIES,
Give us a trial and convince yourself.
SALESROOM 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO, III.
Cut • Flower • Commission • Dealers.
PURDY & BLAUVELT,
Wholesale and Commission Dealers in
CUT FLOWERS
MAiDEsnAiB TESN rs:N:3 A 3pe:ialty.
57 WEST 30th STREET,
k6(h Ave. N-W YORK.
A. & F. ROLKER,
CUT FLOWERS
53 West 28tli SI.
Telephone 2379 38th St. NEW YO^K,
1 iAZ.F=.
sheridhnI
CUT
FLOWERS
1 39 We
1 2Sth Si., New York.
1 Telephone, 2U-38th St. {|{|
1 PRICE LIST
SENT ON APPLICATION, i
FRAlfS H. THABNDLT. CHABLBS 8CHENCK. ,
TRAENDLY & SGiTENGK,
Wholesale Florists,
38 W. 28th St, and CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE.
NEW YORK.
Telephone 961-18th St.
O-Consignments Solicited.
JOHN YOUNG,
Wholesale Florigt,
61 WEST 28th ST.,
NEW YORK.
WM. J. BAKER,
Wholesale Florist
1432 So. Penn Square,
Philadelphia, Pa.
DUMONT & CO.,
WHOLESALE FLORISTS
CARNATIONS A SPECIALTY
No. 130.) Filbert St., Philadelphia
: FLORISTS
\ SPECIALTY.
;t., Philadelphia.
MIGNONETTE
MYOSOTIS;:
WELL
FLOWERED
We are still headquarters for finest and best varieties of CAR^NAXIONS.
I6I2-I6I4 Barker St. Bet. chestnut i Market sts. Philadelphia, Pa.
KENNICOTT BROS
COMPANY. 1
Wholesale -Gut
* Flowers,
88 -Wabasli Avenue, ||||
CHICAGO.
ILL.
WIRE WORK A
SPECIALTY. 1
CHARLES W. McKELLAR,
Wabash Ave., CHICAGO,
WliolesalsUssion Florist.
f ul attention.
EDWARD REID,
Wholesale Florist,
Finest ■Varieties, Roses, Carna-
No. 40 South Sixteenth Street,
''°'°!>i''.Vu'n!r°-;^„oNE. Philadelphia.
ROGERS PARK FLORAL CO.,
WyesdsSrmsofCuirkrs
41 WABASH AVE., CHICAGO.
Headquarters for AMERirAM BEAUTIES.
Jan. 30, 1897.
Xhb F=I-0RISTS' Exchhngb.
107
TOBACCO STEMS
THE BEST AND STRONGEST
TSCeper lOOIbs.
. STOOTHOFF. 315 MADTSON AVENUE, NEW VOHK CITY.
WH O LESALE FLORISTS
IWLEY STKEFT, ISO.'TON. MASS.
CEORC^ MULLEN,
Whol^Halp and ConimisRlon Dealer in
Best stnck and lowest prices. Orders by
gfapb promptly attended to.
GEORGE MULIEN. 18 Chapman Place. Boston
GEO. A. SUTHERLAND,
CUTFLOWEHSandrLOmSTnurFLIES
WHOLESALE.
67 Bromfield St., Boston, Mass.
City Hall Cut Flower Market
WELCH BROS., Props.
ii[iDoyieT[fs'=£-=
ROSES, CARNATIONS,
AND VIOLETS . . .
WM. F. HASTING wholesale
495 Washington SIrccI,
BUFFALO. M. Y.
Wholesale Gut Flowers,
Florist i
2744 Franklin Ave.,
ST. LOUIS, mo.
CBAS.G.FLECKENSTEIN,
Wholesale Flowers,
1323 Pine Street,
...ST. LOUIS, MO.
C. A. KUEHN,
3ucc».ioMf. ELLISON & KUEHN.
WHOLESALE FLORIST,
Wli Pine St., St. Louis, Mo.
A COMPLKTE LINE OF WIRE DESIGNS.
C. IV. WORS,
Wholesale Florist,
313 N. LEFFIN6WELL AVENUE,
ST. LOUIS, MO.
■ PINE BOSES— Stiipped carefully to all
I parts of the country.
HSPIIBIISDII PLIIIQOSIIS PHOli,
But StrlDf
5
Shipped
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3 any part of the
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is worth knowing. It shows the profits to be obtained from
Fruits, Vegetables and Plants
By Intensive Cultivation
Under Glass and In The Open.
The man who tills the soil tor a living must now look to the close and
careful cultivation of Choice Fruits and Vegetables on small areas of
ground — /«-tensive cultivation as against f.t-tensive cultivation.
AMERICAN GARDENING is the only paper puhUshed
which is cxdusivciv devoted to Intensive Ciillivntion.
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WHEN WRtTING MENTION THE nORISTS- CXCHkNGC
AMERICAN QARDENINQ, = P. 0. Box 1697, NEW YORK.
NOTE-WewUlallow2
r snljscrlpt ona at $1.00 toiwi
FLORISTS' EXCHANGE.
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CHOCOLATE COOLER CO.
GRAND RAPIDS. MICH.
Uuafactiu«n o(
FlOniST'S DEFRieEIUfORS.
Send for ClroiAar.
Boston Letters.
B**« and Ch«apa«l In Iha Markat.
1« and 3 inch $3.00 per 100.
Beat Script Letter In the World, S4 a 100.
See cut of wooden letter bo.v we (giveaway,
in next week's E.xchnnge.
A Profitable Convenience ^
THE FLORISTS' IMTERNATIONAL TELEGRAPH
DELIVERY ASSOCIATION. A reliable and up-to-
date Florist WANTED IN EVEKY CITY for
correspondent. For particulars, apply to
C. B. 'WHIXKAI.C, Box 87,
MILWAUKEE. WIS.
WHEN WRrriNQ MCNTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
Cut Smilax.
GEO. L MILLER, Newark, 0.
fUT SMILAX
^^J lO cts. per Strlc
THE N&TIONJiL PLANT CO.,
DAYTON,
Have Your Collections Made
BV THE
NATIONAL BOARD OF TRADE.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORIST'S EXCHANGE
MEYER GREEN SILKALINE.
Used tor Stringing 3MILAS md ASPAEAQUS.
M. RICE &,CO.,
Importers and Manufacturers of
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
25 N. 4th St., Philadelphia, Pa.
NEW FALL CATALOGUE NOW READY.
Will not fade, or rot like other cords.
colors for tying purposes. Send for samples and prices,
JOHN C. 9IBVER & CO.,
87 Summer Street, BOSTON, MASS., U. S. A.
Liettera. Bmblems t
PofliaKB, 160. per 100. For other etyles of
iblems and Designs. Bflnd for catalOKue.
Before purchaslnK send for freesamplt
Florists' Supply Deale:
Perfect Flown Pol
Handle md Mm
W. C. KRICK, 1287 Broadway, Brooklyn.N.Y.
MENTION THE FLORISTS'
108
The Plorists' Exchange.
Have you bought
YOUR STOCK OF
THE TWO NEW CANNAS
ITALIA and AUSTRIA?
If not, DON'T !
UNTIL, YOU GET OUR PRICE.
We are the sole aueats iQ this cmintry and Canada for Messrs. Dammano & Co , Italy, tli
originators of these Grana movelties, and can sell the true ttalns at a price withi
the reach of everyone, for February 1 "' " ""''
When buying fronr ' ""'
d forced " '- ' "
iree ej
Say
Clucas & Boddington Co.,
Purchasing and Selling Agents for tiie Seed Trade,
501 and 503 W. 13th Street, = New York City.
Telephone Call, 403-i8th St.
THE FARQUHAR-QUEEN OF VIOLETS
HEADQUARTERS STOCK. TRUE AND PERFECTLY HEALTHY.
C. E. WELD, VIOLET SPECIALIST, ROSLINDALE, MASS.
IF YOU HAVE NOT COT ONE, SEND FOR ONE.
WHAT?
QRALLERT & CO.'S trade'ust of
CARNATIONS
VIOLETS . .
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
PELARGONIUMS . .
COLMA, SAN MATEO CO., CALIFORNIA.
WH£H WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHANGE
VIOLETS MY SPECIALTY!
On and after march ist I will be ready to supply. In any
quantity, stock of the foUo-wln^ varieties
ROOTED RUNNERS, ALL FROM GOOD PLANTS.
PRINCESSE de GALLES, the queen of
single violets. The largest and most
fragrant ; strong grower and productive.
LUXONNE.
Prices of these two on application.
MARIE LOUISE. Per ]00,.50c.i per 1000, $4.00.
SEND IN YOUR ORDERS NOW
LADY CAMPBELL. Per 100,
50c.; per 1000, $i.0O.
FAROUHAR. Per 100, $1.60;
FERD. BOULON, Sea Cliff, L I., N.Y.
Boston.
Trade Notes.
" Oae good day and then several
pooronea," is the verdict of nearly all of
the retail florists in this city on the condi-
tion of basiness. Balls and parties, dinners
and other festivities are occarring in con-
siderable numbers, and yet the rush of
business looked for at this season of the
year is noticeable only by its absence.
Roses have shortened up a little, and the
demand is very good, while all other lines,
with the exception of white carnations,
are abundant at moderate prices ; in fact,
at prices that would have been considered
cheap in preceding years.
Here mnd There.
E. M. Wood was greeted by a large
and appreciative audience at Horticultural
Hall on Saturday last, when he lectured
before the Society on "The Chrysanthe-
jQum ; Its Past, Present and Future."
The upper hall whs well filled by the aurii
ence, and Mr. Wood's paper, which was
carefully prepared and of marked Interest
to all admirers of the chrysanthemum.
was admirably delivered from the plat-
form. Next Saturday being the first
Saturday of the month, on which the
Society's meeting is held, there will be no
lecture.
H. A. Cook, of Shrewsbury, was awarded
a first-class certificate of merit by the
Massachusetts Horticultural Society on
Saturday last, for his new seedling white
carnation, Nivea. J S. Bailey exhibited
two fine pots of cyclamen, the fiowers on
one of which were double; and James
Comley showed a very good seedling yellow
carnation.
A. G Hknning, who now represents the
F. E. McAllister Company, New York,
visited Boston and vicinity a few days
since.
A number of growers from different sec
tlons of New England, as well a- all the
local and snliurban representatives of the
trade, went to the flower market on Wtd
nesday morning last to see the exhibition
of Ward's carnations, which was an
nounced in the Exchange last week. All
were disappoiuted, however, as word was
received from Mr. Ward that the exhibit
conlri not be made until Thursday, Feb. 4.
John Galvin, the veteran florist of this
city, will .shortly celebrate his golden wed-
ding anoiversary. W. K. W.
Montgomery, Ala.
W. B. Patterson has recently ad.ted two
bonsea each 90 x 22 fr., with shed attached.
He reports a capital season, and is well
pleased with his investment. His position
as principal of the high schools, and being
the only florist here, places him in an
enviable position. W. M.
Norwich, Conn.
STEPHEN Crane, nurseryman, hasopened
apanewplo, of land nearly as large as
his present grounds, and has ordertd from
France nearly 30,000 seedlings and choice
ornamental stock to fill up the new
grounds the coming Spring.
Elizabeth, N. J.
John Bahr has been awarded by a jury
in the Union County Circuit Court 1250,
with costs, in his suit against the EUza-
bethtown Gasllglrt Company, for damages
he declared be bad sustained through
injury to his plants from escaping gas.
TUFF STUFF ON GREEN FLY
IS TOBAC-OIL.
EBLE'S
GIANT VIOLET
THE LARGEST SINGLE VIOLET TO GATE
Larger than the California, darker color,
better bloomer strong grower and sweei
For further information address
CH/NS. EBLE,
114 Barunne St., New Orleans, La.
BLOOMINOOALE NURSERY.
WE TAKE PRIDE
in OUR NEW CATALOGUE,
Just issued, of
LONG'S
Florists' Photos
In its scope (a descriptive list of nearly 300
subjects), being freely illustrated and finely
printed, it becomes a "mcltom in parvo" of
sug-gestions and Ideas for the makerup and
designer.
APPLY TO THE PDBU8HEB.
OAN'L B. LONG, Publisher, BUFFALO.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORIST'S EXCHANGE
PROlT
WE MANUFACTURE \,
^PUMPS FOR ALL PURPOSES,
r Pumps and Nozzles are u.sed by the
stations and all leading horticultur-
. 36 Page Book on Spraying, FREE,
THE DEWIING CO.
5HIO. ^i
WRrriNG MENTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHANGI
r each 600 feet of floor Bpmo*.
Does not liijare the most Eensltlve plants. Endorsed
Nikoteen
»y prominent Ooristi. tjBod for famlgaOon or ipraylng
IndoorB or out. 200 ponnd* of tobacco In one pint of
Hlkoteen. Bold by leedtmon. Circular free. BKABOUBA
DIP CO.. CHICAGO.
^QuicklyMDocsg^lt.^
t FLOWER SEEDS, i
T SPRING BULBS AND SUNDRIES, T
X Just issued and mailed to applicants ; Bend ^
I lugustRoTkTrlsonsrwH-^i.i^lt.. ♦
I p. O. station E, NEW VOIIK. ^
»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦•
WHEN WRITINO MENTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHANGE
Jan. 30, 1S97.
The Florists' Exchange.
109
IF YOU IMPORT ANY
FLORIST OR NURSERy STOCK, i
►mmmiirflfflrmfflmmmmMrmmnfmnfnrK
Don't for
Kersbergen'
et to ask fc
8 (Boskoop,
r Van Pruissen and
Holland) price li«t.
LOUIS VAN KOERT,
General Agent,
29S Dorohsstsr Str*e«. - So. Bo«»on. Ma«».
MHCN •mXINO HtNTK* THI HORISTS" EXCHANGI
CYPERUS
ALTERNIFOUUS.
NOW RKADY.-From 1% inch pots, post-
paid. J! (Kl per luu : by e.tprets, $2.00 per 100.
GEO. E. TALBOT, Box 367, Putnam, Conn.
WHEW WRtTIWO MtHTlON THt rtORISTy EXCHANCt
CLEMATIS-;
Special offe
pots; good
$20 per 100.
ve leading
B,$3perll0.
CUn l¥_Strong plants from last year, 2^ in.
OmiLBA p„(,^ j(3 00 per 100. Transplanted,
$1.00 per lliO; $7.50 per 1000.
cniiO DCnyV Ten nai
$».00 per
white, $10.00 per 100.
A. BALLER, Bloomington, III.
CN WRrriNG MENTION THE n.ORlSTS' EXCHANGE
PELARGONIUMS.
make tine plants for Easier sales. Varieties
Mabel, Lord Napier, Dr. Andry and Criterion.
75c per doz.; 85.00 per 100.
Strong Rooted Cuttings
BKING BIO PROFIT.
Aeeratum. Coleue. Paris Daisy. - . - per 100, II 0'
Doutile Dwarf AlysBum, Fuchsias. - " 1 50
Geraniums. Vlnca .Major. " 2.00
Ivy Geraniums. Kex Beponlas, - - . " :
Money with order, please. Mail us your wants
C. W. TURNLEY, - - - Haddonfield, N.
Rooted
per :
uttings. Verse
XX3. by express.
affeltii. Golden Bed.
20,000 VERBENA Cuttings.— 30 improved vari-
eties, no rust or mildew, strong, well rooted
and thrifty, labeled true, 75 cents per 100,
postpaid ; $6.00 per 1000, by express.
8000 EMPRESS OF CHINA, well-rooted cuttings.
The new everblooming hardy, apple blossom
pink CLIMBING ROSE. Immensely popular
rose for the retail trade. $2.00 per 100, by
mail, postpaid ; $17.50 per 1000, by express.
I, Bruanti, Margaritae, Diade
1 and 20 other good sorts. $1.50 per 100, b
ail, postpaid ; $10.00 per 1000, by express.
SATISFACTION GUARANTEED.
A. B. DAVIS & S09i,
ir Washington, D. C.) PURCELLVILLE, Vi
\mm\ \mm\\
Rooted cuttings, in flats, all the latest and
best varieties, at least ten variet es, $15.00
per 1000. Same in 2>i in. pots, $25.00 per loOO.
GERAJJUJMS.— The best and latest varie
ties of the tlowerintr sorts, in flats, S15.WI pei
10(10. Rose Geranium, $2.00 per loO.
pots, $2.50 per 1
BIEI.IOXROPE.— At least
$10.(0 per lUOO.
AGERAXUM.-Dwarf blue
FEVEREEW.-Llttle Gem, in flats,
$16.00 per 1000.
SALVIA SPLE?er doz. per 100
^:
Achraa sapota (Sapodilla)
... 6-8
2\
$1 .50 $10 00
^
Anona squamosa (Sugar Apple)..
..15-18
3
" muricatal our sop)
...30-48
S^
Chrysophyllumt^ainito (Star Apple) 12-18
3
125 8 00
£=
Coccoloba uvifera (Sea Grape) . .
...10-15
3
125 »no
r:
Citrus trifoliata (Hardy Orange).
. . 6-12 open gr
35 2 00
Eriobotrya Japonica (Loquat)....
.. 4-6
2i
B
Eugenia .Michell (Surinam Cherrj
1.. 12-15
3
...16-21
4
Mangifera Indica (No. II Mango)
...10-15
3
3 00 20 00
fc:
Myrtus tomentosus (Downy Myrt
ei..8-12
3
75 5 00
£=
Psidium Calcutta Apple guava..
...12-15
3
...15-18
3
115
fc
...18-30
4
2 25
Triphasia trifoliata (Bergamot)..
...12-16
4
400
Orange and Lemon Trees, etc
.send for Special List.
^
All members of foregoing li
Bt are o
namental and may be
fc=
readily fruited under glass, or outdoors i
n Southern California
^
and Florida.
fc:
Economical or
Useful Plants.
fc:
Mostly of great beauty
and capal>Ie of beinK
fc:
used In flecoratlons.
^
Acacia Arabica
...18-24
$1 60 $11 00
Agave rigida, var. Sisalana, 2 jei
rs. 8-10
jpeng
fc
Cedrela odorata (Odar of Brazil)
;::24-4o
175 12 50
^
1 50 12 00
Sanseviera Zeylanica and Gulne
n-
S=:
sis ( Bowstring Hemp) strong.
"iR-sn
4 mi
Oreodojta regia.
Single stem..
2 or 3 stems .
farinifera
Leonensis
.36-48
..12-15
.10-14
.15-18
.10-12
Salial Adansonii
longipeduncult
Serenoa serrulata, le
)5ft..
2 50 20 00
300
Conifers.
1-12 open gr. $1 50 $12 00
Hetinospora plumosa..
Thuya Occidentalis...
•• Orlentalis, from
.24-36 open gr. 1 .50
Palms and Cycads.
All pot jfTO'wn.
Ireca lutescens.
Cycasi
No.
svoluta. Seedlings 1-3 7-10
Stems. 11-2 in.
diam. 1-3 7-10
21-3 '• 2-4 12-18
8-4 •• 2-5 I5-«
•' " 4-4J " 3-6 18-24
Chamierops eicelsa 5-7
Latania Bortjonica 6-10
$0 60
10 OO
15 00
Bamboos and Grasses.
sria falcala, from open,
leet .... $300
donax var. from open,
)ng roots 1 OO
largenfea, from open, 3 feet
arundinacea..
3 00
ana, from open. Heavy
Bambusavuigari'sV.V .v.' .■.'.'.'.■.■.'.■.'!■.!'. !24-36
sp. with yellow stems.
From open, 2 feet
Eulalia gracillima (Plume Grass)
Eulalia Japonica varieeata, strong
Miscellaneous Plants and
Bulbs of Value.
3li.40
.24-30
plan
Japonica, siogli
Canna flaccida
Crinum flmhriaruliim.
bulbs. (Milk and V
Crinum £irkii (nobile).
bulbs
Crotons.
Crotons
Duranta Plumierii
Eichornia azures, grand
Very strong
Ficus aurea
i;oldfus.siaani«ophylla....
Hedych
Fine sorts.
ronarit.m. Strong
'.'.'.'.'.'.'.'.'.'..V.
Beautiful
Sambac.
Murraya exotica —
Myrti ---■-
.12-15 open gr. 1 00
Dine).
Per
Nepbrolepis exaltata. Collectjed.
Very fine, large plants.
1000 $15 00
Pancratium Carlbbajum. (S
lily). Blooming bulbs. . . .
Pancratium rotatum.
bulbs
Pandanus utilis 4
Prunus Caroliniana. (Carolina
Laurel) 12
Haphiolepis ovate 15-18
Spliiea Reevesii 38-48
Blooming
We ask a trial of our plants and can convince you that quality and quantity are 0. K. in every way, and prices very low.
fc 'rs^V'' REASONER BROS., Oneco, Florida. ?a%r
^ 1897.
^iUiUiUiUiUiUiUiUiUiUiUiUiUiUiUiUiiUUU^
$3 5U $25 00 -^
110
JOHN 60NLET & SON.
TIK FOIL,
2 and i Domlnlck Street,
NEW YORK.
The Pi-orists* Excht^nge.
KLASTICA
For Glazing- Greeuliouses. A sub-
stitute for putty. Superior in everv way.
M ASTXCA and HASXICA GI.A7I?«G
MACHINES were given Hiifhest Award of
S. A. F. at Pittsburn. Address for circular,
F. 0. PIERCE CO., (70 Fulton St., N. Y.
Sole Manufacturers.
STANDARD ♦ POTS
We are now ready to supply a superio
quality of Pots in unlimited quantities
Catalogues and price lists furnished ot
application.
A. H. HEWS & CO.,
•«ORTH CAMBRIDGE. • MASS.
VIIHEN WnrriHa MtNTION THE fl.ORISTS' IXCHAWOC
StaDiiaril Pot!i„.„.
Augusta, Ga.
Traces of the destructive December
storm are very evident here, a large num
her of the finest epecimen trees upon P. J
Berckmans' place were destroyed ; havoc
was played with smaller stock, particularly
roses, which were very soft, owing to the
exceptionally warm Fall. Following in
the wake of the storm a sharp frost fell,
which cut all tender stock back. At
present, the weather is favorable for shi]
ping, and <
- hands
being employed
Good Railroad Faeilit
For Shipping- . . .
Special Attention Gi\
to Mail Orders . .
KELLER BROS.
Norristown, - Pa.
STANDARD
FLOWER POTS
In any quantity, and of the best
quality.
Get my price list before ordering
else-where.
W. H. ERNEST,
station M, N. E., WASHINGTON, D. C.
Neponset Flower Pots
of Waterproof Paper, are sold
as follows:
Terme— Net cash with order. If ordered shipped by
freight, add 60 cents cartage.
Packed In Gross Weight
sue Crates of per 1000 pots
2H IhCh 1000 about 20 lbs (0 35
2H ■' lOOO •' 23 " 30
3 •• 1000 " 34 •• 36
3H '• 1000 ■' «6 " 60
Per 100 Per 1000
Standard Pot Measure.
August Rolker & Sons
New York. P. O. Station E.
OP S. 4 J. FAEaUHAE S CO., Boatoo,, Hijb. Eiatem Agsnt
A Good Paper.
good paper to advertise in for ou
HENKY S. EUPP 4 SONS.
Pa., June 1. '96.
porklng night and day to catch up with
■^rders, A very gcod season is reported
The demand, which, owing to disturbances
in Cuba and at the Cape, declined some-
what this season, has been compensatf-d by
an extraordinary call f om Mexico. Prep-
arations for growing roses on a larger scale
are being made; some fifty thousai d
Manetit stocks are just planted for work
Ing, next seafon. All the new varieties of
roses are tried before being sent out, to
test their adaptability to soil and
climate. Mr. Berckmans is very success-
ful In the culture of camellias, and believes
that with a tariflf of .'JO per cent, enough
can be raised right here to supply home
and southern trade. It looks that way,
with a fine thrifty stock of 25,0C0 two-year-
old plants. Azaleas thrive here, and beii g
grown chiefly under slats, do not make
such rapid growth as does the Belgian
stock, requiring fully one season longer ;
still It Is believed these can also be raisf d
with profit with a duty of 50 per cent. A
splendid stock of one-j ear-old plants, ready
to be pinched back, is in frames to be
planted out in houses with slat roofs. It
has been found that crotons, acaljphas and
strobilantheB succeed beautifully in this
climate, making remarkable growths, both
Indoors and out, the colorings are superb,
surpassing what Is Ufually seen in the
north. Coleus. elc , has been entirely dis-
carded for bedding purposes. A big stock
ot orange is raided, both for bli.ssoms and
fruit. A capital substitute for orange
blossom Is Murraya exotica, which bears a
flower very similar to that of theorante,
both in form and fragrance. It Is very
free-fiowerlng, and has a pretty habit
Considerable stock has been worked up of
the everbearing peach, which was de-
scribed in the Exchange at this time last
season. Stock will be sent out next Fall,
which will Introduce a new class of stone-
less fruits. W. M.
TUFF STUFF ON GREEN FLY
IS TOB AC-OI L.
Hot=Bed
Sash
Tenons vv'hite-leaded. Corners se-
cured with iron do-wel pins. Every
detail of construction perfect.
Made of Clear Cypress Lumber.
Quick Shipments.
stock and can i
ft. X 6 ft., 5 " Sin. "
Not glazed, 1% in. thick.
Delivered Prices
Quoted on application. State size
and quantity wanted. No order
too email to receive careful atten-
tion, and none too large for our
facilities.
LOCKLAND LUMBER CO., *
V Lockland, Ohio. J
STANDARD FLOWER POTS.
Our Specialty is ready packed crates of Florists'
iH " ^ 25 13 •• aeon
4 •• 900 II " 408i
6 •• 13 80 1« " 7600
« " J200 Saucers X price ot potf,.
10 per cent, off for cash with order F.O.B.
at Fort Edward. Send for price list of HanglDg
Vases, Garden Vases, Jardinieres. Seed Pans and
Glazed Cyllndera with Handlea for out
HIlBnKer Br<
. Fort Edward,
AUGUST ROLKER & SONS.
136 k 138 W 24.lh St.,
' YORK CITY.
WATER FOR
HOME, FARM
AND RANCH.
Everything on. a farm or ranch
dependent -upon water can be sup-
plied with the celebrated
DKLiAUATER-RIDKR AND THE
DBLAMATER-BKICSSON
HOT AIR
PUMPING ENGINES.
■WELCH BROTHERS,
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
No. 2 Beacon Street. • BOSTON.
Wire Desiffns, Wheat Sheaves, Baskets, Im-
mortelles, Cape Flowers, Out Flowers. Boxes,
and all other supplies, at prices to meet com-
id mill, or any other
lat sometbing is tUe DeLamater Rider
,lPr-Ericsson Hot Air Pumping En-
lel. Write for catalogue to
THE DELAMATER IRON WORKS,
467 West Broadway, New York Clty^
, MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
t ^ XX d a, XT d.
'l.o^%jv^Tr X*ots.
r New Price I
B* with extra dieoounte. All our Pots, from '
hlch is a great advantage, as it insures perfect drainage.
A FULL, LINE OF BUbB PANS.
THE WHILLDIN POTTERY CO., 713 to 719 Wharton Street, PHILADELPHIA.
Kearney and Westside Ares^. Jersey City. N.J.
BRANCH HODSBS:
Ijins Island City. N.T.
FLOWER POTS^-
We lire SlnniiracliirinB a Full Line ol
STANDARD FLOWER POTS and HANGING BASKETS
Our goods are well packed, and breakage ii
Address THE SYRiCUSE POTTERY CO , 403 N. StLINt ST., SYHtCUSE, N. Y.
PULVERIZED
A Quick Oerminator
I and Crop Forcer.
FACTORY 1
Little Ferry, New Jersey.
OFFICEl
Long Island City, New York.
(liTcoiaroisj^i'EX).)
THE JOHN J. PETERS COMPANY
COMPRESSED
Beats Every Chemical
Fertilizer on Earth.
NATURAL. ODORLESS
Pure Sheep Fertilizer
permanently improves
the soli.
Matures the largest and
best crops. Quick and
lasting in its action.
CLEAN TO HANDLE.
Where do you "^Vour catalogues printed ?
'T'hb publishers and proprietors of The Fiobists' Exchange and American Gakdenino pos
the largest and most modern plants in the country tor the manufacture of Horticultural (
i one ot
plants in the country tor the manufacture ot Horticultural Catalogues.
Their men are specially trained to the work ; their prices are very moderate, and estimates -will be
promptly forvparded on application. First come, first served.
The illustration of Novelties in Color a Specialty. Our process equals litliography in effect; surpasses it in detail, and is mucli cheaper.
Address, A. T. DE LA MARE PTG. & PUB. CO., Ltd., 2, 4, 6 and 8 Duane St. (P. 0. Box 1697), New York.
Jan 30 isg7
The F=lorisxs' Exchknge.
Ill
LORD & BURNHAM CO.,
HORTICULTURAL ARCHITECTS AND BUILDERS,
SXEAM AKiD HOT -«VAXER HEATING BIXGIMEERS.
Plana and Estlmatea furnished on application.
BBEEPOUSE HEITIHK HP VENTILIITIIIIi.
Horticultural Architecture and Building.
pitching^^Go
ESTABLISHED 1844.
233 Mercer Street, NEW YORIC
[Ui FIVE PATTERNS OF BOILERS.
ir I NINETEEN SIZES,
llfeafL^ f^ Perfect Sash Raising Apparatus.
tosehousea, Greenhouses, Etc., of Iron
Lartnt BHildars of Onanhous*
Frame Construction e
iron Frame Benches with the
Perfect Drainage Bench Tile'
paper or Slate Tops.
posxage: kor ii.i,usxiiaxei> catalogue.
Eraas* laprored Challenge.
Roller beaiinff, Belf-olllnR devise,
autom&ilo stop, solid link chalH,
makes Lhe IMPROVED CHAL-
LENUB the most perfect appa-
orders else-
Quaker City Machine Co.,
RICHMOND. IND.
NTION THE rUORISTS- CXCHANQf
Modern Greenhouse
Heating.
One of our boilers, 10,880 feet of two
inch pipe, and sixty tons of coal will heat
22,400 feet of glass ( four 30x200 feet
double gable houses ) to 65 degrees in
coldest Winter weather ; they have done
it, and will do it for you— we guarantee
it. Our boilers are not only the best of
their kind, but the best made. They have
the largest "firebright" direct surface,
are the easiest cleaned, handled and set
up ; and from engineering facts, they are
the ideal frictionless, economical water
heating boilers of our day.
Plenty's Horticultural Works,
I48-IB6 Randolph, Ave.,
JERSEY CITY, N. J.
eVERV PLORIST OCGHT TO
IMSVRE HIS GL,ASS ACAIK8T
HAII>.
For pftrtloulan addreaa
JOHNG. E!4L.ER,8ec'j, Saddle River. M.J.
VALVES,
FITTINGS
WIZCOX CO.,
Newburgh, N. Y.
Mention paper.
IK YOr -WAKJT
GOOD SASH LIFT
For a Very Little Money ;Oet
GLASS
For Descriptive Catalofrue Send to
D. CARMODY, Evansvllle, Ind.
i MENTION THE FIOBIST'
FOR GREENHOUSES, CONSERVATORIES, GRAPERIES, HOTBEDS AND
AND FLORISTS' USE GENERALLY. AT LOWEST RATES.
L. HT^RRIS Si SON.
497 W. BROADWAY, NEW YORK, 89 LIBERTY ST.. NEW YORK
JOHN H. JACKSON. S
to JACKSON BROS.
jM^;t»!i|?i.iaMlI^
PIPE WORKS.
'acturerof and Dealer in Agri'
1 Sewer Hpe. Red Pressed Brick, Mortar Colors, Fire
~ ' "' ■ ■ Flue Lininp, Chimney Tops
Established 1825
) ATE., ALBANY. N. Y.
Tile, Salt
\ Brick, Oven Tile, Chimney t
) Fire Clay Stove Pipe. Fire Cla
' Tile.Rosendale and Portland
GUSS!
For Greenhouses, Conservatories;
Graperies, Hotbeds and all other
purposes, at Lowest Rates.
N. COWEN'S SON 392 & 394 West Broadway, New York.
Formerly 134 and 136 So. Fifth Avenne. _ _.
Qet our Figureg before buying Glaaa. • •
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CALIFORNIA RED CEDAR
A. DIETSGH I GO. 619 Sheffield Avenue, CHICAGO.
MANUFACTURERS OF
RED CEDAR AND CYPRESS GREENHOUSE MATERIAL.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE rtORISTS' EXCHANGE
i
STANDARD VENTILATING MACHINE.
NONE
EQUAL IT
IN
Strength
AND
Durability
Send (or Catalogue.
NOTHING
Flimsy
OR
Complicated
about it.
mENTioii, \\mm
It will be to your advantage to look
into the merits of the Scollay
"Invincible" Hot Water Boiler.
It IS all that its name implies, and
don't forget it.
Cuts and full information mailed
on application.
JOHN A. SCOLLAY,
89 & 91 CENTRE ST., NEW YORK,
U & 76 MYRTLE RVE., BROOKLYN, H. Y.
I prices with a guarantee that each
e sent out will operate your bouse succesafnlly.
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WHEN WRrriNG MENTION THE rU>RIST«- CXCHANOf
Clear Cypress
Greenhouse flaterial.
This with us means the best growth of Cypress Lumber and
the best grade of that growth; and from this grade all the sap-
bright sap, which only experts can detect — as well as stained sap,
knots and other defects cut out. Others do not equal our quality
if they do beat our prices. It is not hard to see the reason : You
can not buy gold dollars at fifty cents each. Experienced growers
know that the best is not too good and cheapest in the long run.
Lockland Lumber Co.,
LOCKLAND, O.
112
The F=lorists' Exchange.
OUR GANNA COLLECTION WILL BE INCOMPLETE
£SS:f"'^":'" WITHOUT THE NEW VARIEGATED VARIETY
Send for Circular and Colored CC |^\L1IWI %A/ ^J I T ET* "
Y
H Plate, if not yet received
^^k Remember it is thoroughly tested, and Its future
decorative bedder and pot plant
: FLORISTS- EXCHANGE
Xo see it will rivet
the ^WANT
Strong Plants, ready Feb. 15th, 75c. each;
S7..50 per dozen ; S50.00 per 100
Cish OP Satisfictopy nefereiiMS From Bnhiowi Coirespcadents
s as bright as the morning.
Silliz^loetla, 3M. J".
c
-t-
LEMATIS
ARNATIONS
HRYSANTHEMUMS
G.EISELE, 11th X Jefferson Sts.Phila Pa.
ROOTED CUTTINGS.
ilants. Perfectly healthy stock
YerbeDas, Mammoth.— 11.00 pi
■' nmoth
all; f 6 00
Kir 1000. by express. Mi
0. by mail; tS.OO per 1000.
Caruatlons, Scott an
Mammoth seedlings,
McGowan.-tl.lO per 100.
ny mall; (10.00 per 1000. by express.
Violets, Lady H. Campbell.— Strong, well-rooted
runners, by mail. 75c. per 100; »5 00 per 1000. English
Ivy. strong. $3.00 per 100.
ChryBantbemams.— Finest standard varieties.
VInca Variecala, Glecboma Varlenata.
—Bach «1.50 per 100.
Feverfew. -Dwarf Gem Sweet Alyssum, double
Cannn,' hlnrence VauBhan.-»5.00 per 100.
OtHheite «rani£e.-3ln. pot plants. «5 per
E. FRYER, Railroad «vc. and Hill St , Brooklyn,
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCH;
Prize-Winning
DAHLIAS
AN UNPRECEDENTED RECORD.
23 First Prizes, Certificate of Merit, 2
Diplomas, and highest mention everywhere.
Trade List will be ready
t, and win be mailed to all who
■a r's list without application. If
best Dahlias that bloom, address
W. p. PEACOCK.
per 100 lier 1000
GERANIUMS, named, - . $1.50 $12.50
VERBENAS, '■ - - - .90 8.00
COLEUS, 30 varieties, - .60 5.00
HELIOTROPE, 3 " - - 1.00 8.00
CYCLAMEN GIGANTEUM,
- - - - 3 in. pots, 6.00
TEK.MS: Cash ivith order.
CHAS. E. SMITH,
Cor Jefferson and Jackson Aves., YORK, PA.
IWHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS
For Sale or Exchange
Live Sphagnum Moss and Orchid Peat
BEST QUALITY.
For Prices, etc.. address.
Bernhard Lapp, New Providence, N. J.
VERBENA KINO
500,000
ALL the leading orchid
people are using . .,
ORCHID PEAT
From THE SMILAX KING.
Price One Dollar per Barrel.
I THE FLORISTS' EXCHAHGt ^
Rooted Verbena Cuttings, the
finest varieties in cultivation, true
to name, 60 ots. per 100; $5.50 per 1000;
5000 for $25.00 ; 10,000 tor $45.00, express prepaid.
No Rust or Mildew. Satisfaction euaran-
teed in every war. We are THE LARGEST
VERBENA GROWERS IN THE WORLD.
G. HUMFELD, Clay Center, Kansas.
SEND FOR LIST.
ists' Surq?
^•^' Main
H. BAYERSDo.
FOURTH STREET,
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS'
for Illustrated Catalogu
& CO.,
PHILADELPHIA,
MY BUSINESS '^^'"'■'"^^^^''
year-
Because you canuot buy better or cheaper than ol
\. HERRMANN, 404-412 E. 34th St., Mew York, near Ferry
MANUFACTURER OF METAL FLORAL DESIGNS. IMPORTER AND DEALER IN FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.
Write for Catalogue. Free to the trade.
WE MEET THE PRICES OF ALL COMPETITORS
Ca¥nas " Italia "and "Austria."
fff'i^^^ 500
DOLLARS
WORTH
FOR
25 CENTS
nthes.-l va
Irs. Pollock, Bi>
■s. Beal.-2)iln.
ts. MOO per 100.
. pots. $3.00 per
nd other Tarle-
cated Geraniums, 2ii In. pots.
Geraniums. — Best bedding
General Grant. La Favorite, PoitevM
, Ma-
donna, Dr. (;ienet. .
Faidherbe, Jules Wernke and other good varieties :
2«ln. pots. »3.00 per 100; $5.00 per 200; $18.00 per 1000.
BeEoniaH.— Fl. varieties ; a good assortment. In.
cladlug Nymphasa. 2ii to 4 In. pots, $3 00 to $5.00 per
. Fuclisias.-SlnKle and double. 2 In. pots. J3.00 per
Carex Js
rooted cuttli
Cannas.-
.2«1
. $1.60 per
. per 100; tl.i
uvier, Chas.
50,000 SMILAX, Se^Si
1000. ^rom 2 in. pots. $1.50 per 100, $13.00 pet
lOO. $20.00 per 1000.
nynransen, .i in., aormant, ja.wl per 100. Send for
Samples. Cash with the order.
FRED. BOERNER. Cape May City, N.J.
WHEW WRITiHO MtNTION THE FLORISTS' tXCHAHM
LITTLE BEAUTY
FUCHSIA.
The bestsellereveriutroduced. Hasnoequal
as a money maker; begins to bloom profusely
in February. Strong plants from 2^ In. pots,
$5.00 per 100.
GERANIUMS.
Silver Cloud, MoSIahon, Happy Thought,
2>4in. pots, $4.00 per 100.
Mrs. Pollock, from i'A in. pots, $6.00 per 100.
La Favorite, the only good white, 2i4 in. pots.
$4.00 per 100.
BEGONIAS.
Rex, C. I.. Erdody, 2J^ in. pots, 47.00 per 100.
" in variety, 2H in. pots, $5 00 per 100.
The goods are all ready to shift into 3 and 4
in. pots. Strictly cash with order.
LINCOLN I. NEFF, FLORIST,
^OIO Butler St., PITTSBURG, PA.
(Flower One half -^
AUSTRIA, "'rou^^^oo..
Cannas
1000 DOLLARS
for one plant of
six months ago.
Owing to rapid
propagation we
our price on
r doz.; $35.00 per
Henderson. ExpTor-
Caladium Esculentum.-All sizes at low fle-
nres. Will excbanse part tor sood 3 and 4
in, pot Palms, Ferns or eood rSs?s. *
C. C. NANZ, - - Owensboro, Ky.
The prices for immediate delivery, and fine, large, home-
grown roots. Send for lis* -' *' ' -"- "—"- - •
popular prices.
THE NEWEST CANNAS
*r r cnf n Our entire stock of.5ASPARA.GUS SPREngBRT, consisting of nearly 10,C0(
Al/U aul/U. plants, was sold to Mr. Robert Craig— he knows a good thing when he sees it.
HEW ROSES. OLIMBINO WOOTTON, CARMINE PILLAR, $2.03 per doz ; $10.00 per 100.
•«• Send for catalogue of novelties.
A. BLANC & CO., h^'iVS?r^eIt. PHILADELPHIA.
OBDER lOOTEO GOTnHliS.
Per 1000 Per 100
REX BEGONIA Ja 00
MRS. POLLOCK GERANIUM.... 2 00
GERANIUMS, Double White, Ked,
Pink. S. A. Nutt $15 00 2 00
GERANIUMS, mixed 12 50 1 50
VIOLETS 6 00 100
ALTERNANTHERA 7 60 1 00
HELIOTROPE 12 50 160
SWEET ALYSSUM 100
VINCA VAR 12 60 150
SALVIA 10 00 125
LEMON VERBENA 12 60 150
COLEUS 8 OC 100
SMILAX, 2X in. pots, strong 2 50
REX BEGONIA, 2!^ In. pots 4 00
BEGONIA, LOUIS CL0SS0N,2K
in. pots 6 00
VINCA VAR., $4.00, $5.00, $10.00, $15.00 per 100
Write for prices on other Rooted Cuttings.
Terms, Ouh or 0. O. D.
GREENE & UNDERHILL, Watertown, N.Y.
THr FLORISTS'
•■';;;»&
DOUBLE PETUNIAS.
.t. The 1
ver eO Named Vnr
exceeded my
that I was three or four weeks
dellverinc, and in the hurry perhaps
50 varieties, including Pink Beauty g
tender, per 100, $1.25. 10 new varleti
lected large flowering
Whites, reds and varieKated,
00, $1.25.
[geraniums, 24 choice double and single
Ivy GeraDium's.'Vvi
\bulllo
white.
yellow, and
Scarlet Sage,
Cupliea, Cigar
Cnmpanul'a, c
GEORGE J. HUGHES, Berlin, N.J.
MENTION TMC FLORISTS* CXCHANGr
straight shoot and aim to grow into a vigorous plant,
A WEEKLY MEDIUM OF INTERCHANGE FOR FLORISTS, NURSERYMEN, SEEDSMEN AND THE TRADE IN CENERAU
YOL. IX. NO. 1.
NEW YORK, FEBRUARY 13, 1897.
One Dollar Per Tear.
A PEARL of GREAT PRICE
Mn I the PRICE is small
compared with the Vc^^^' I ■■
EXCELSIOR DWARF PEARL TUBEROSES.
"Every ba1b*9 a pearl.** Our Tuberose bulbs are scientifically cured and cannot
be surpassed in quality, while the price is no higher than charged for the ordinary strains
$7.60 per 1000, for immediate or Spring shipment.
DON'T FORGET that we carry FRESH STOCKS of all Florists' Seeds and Spring
Bulbs. Quality the BESr MONEY WILT, BUY and prices low.
NEW MARGUERITE GIANT PEARL.
This Dew varietv is superior in size and habit to
ze, the Individual flowers often measuring 3 inches
Jtalsare arranged in two rows around a dazzling y
abit of the plant is very compact, being much more
der varieties now in cultivation. Ready
in diameter The snowy-wb
iter, and are of good subetan
■ical in growth than some of
mmedtate delivery. $2.:;5 per doz. ; $12.00 per:
OUR PRICE LIST OF
NEW CHRYSANTHEMUM
MISS LOTTIE D. BERRY.
(Certificated Under Name of Garret A. Hobart.)
This is a large pure white, incurved Japanese : very full and double, borne
on a good, strong, stiff stem, well furnished with foliage up to the flower.
Blooms in raid-season, and is a first-class keeper. Certificate Chrysanthemum
Society of America, November 7, 1896.
Price, 50c. each ; $.5.00 per doz.; $35.00 per 100. Ready for delivery March 1st.
PITCHER & MANDA, Short Hills, N. J.
JOHN N. MAY, Receiver.
We Have an Exceptionally Fine Stock of
LARGE SIZED ARECAS.
Very busby plants, 9 in. pots, .3i ft. high above pot, $4 each; larger plants, 9 in. pots,
4 ft. high above pot, »5 each. These plants are in perfect shape, very bushy, and are
exceptionally good value for the price.
LARGE SIZED ARECAS ARE SCARCE.
For price of smaller sized Arecas and other
Palms and Decorative Plants
See our wholesale list, which will be mailed free on application.
TUBEROUS BEGONIAS
VERY FINEST STRAINS OF BOTH.
Separate colors, white, pink, scarlet, and yellow.
inK, scarlet, ana yellow.
SINGLE, $3 per 100; DOUBLE, $8 per 100.
GLOXINIHS
Finest strain, Crassifolia Erecta Hybrida Granditiora, $4 per 100.
Tuberose Pearl """""'"isr;™""- '"*"""
F. R. PIERSON CO..
Will be found on Pages 27, 28 and 29, of
the FLORISTS' EXCHANGE, January 9.
r^UR Asters are grown for u.s by the leading European Aster seed
^^ grower, and the results obtained from our seed will prove true to
variety and color.
Semple's Superb Strain, Long Stemmed Chrysanthemum
Aster, colors white or pink. Price per packet, 25c. ; per oz., $2.00.
Giant Comet Aster. Price per packet, 25c. ; per oz., $2.50.
White Jewel or Ball Aster. Long sought for color of
this popular class. Price per packet, 35c.
Dwarf Pearl Tuberose Bulbs, 4 to 6 inches in dr.,
$7.50 per 1000.
Tuberous Rooted Begonias, sound stock, 6 colors,
separate, $3.00 per 100.
Gloxinias, named varieties, $5.00 per 100.
In Malting Up Your Order Don't Fail to Include So
mn m\\m MiGiioNmE
Offereil this
SSI. 50 per oz
per packet.
F. E. PlGflLllSTEB 60.
Ssed and Bulb
Merchants,
6e m\M\ St. 1 1
Canna "YELLOW CROZY."
This valuable Novelty, proven by us for two years, is a CLEAR
CANARY YELLOW, petals 1 % inch wide, plant 3 feet, flower spike
large, full and well rounded, often containing 20 to 26 full open perfect
blooms at one time. Fine 3-inch stock March 15, at $1.50 each. A
bargain.
Canna BURBANK.
THE AMERICAN SEEDLING, WITH GIANT ORCHID-LIKE YELLOW FLOWERS.
Splendid colored plate free, shows actual natural size. It excels all others of
this new class in style and texture of its leaves.
sider BuThank one of the beat
ixpert judge of Cannas at the
summer. The foliage Is like
PRICE. MARCH I. EACH 76 ets. : SIX FOR $4.00.
handsome. briBbt shade of i
The very best are quoted in our jj
Write for a copy. Ask for
V^r% 111 1^ /\0 colored plate of BURBANK.
CANNA ITALIA, doz., $6 ; per 100, $40. CANNA AUSTRIA, doz., $4; per 100, $25.
IIAH.OCK'H TRUE EXCELSIOR PEARL.
■ ■ 1)ulb». per 100. »1.00: per 1000. 17 00;
e, per 1000. »4.00; In Chlcauo. ».^ 00.
St Mixture, per 100. »2.00: per 1000, «18.00.
t8.00.
TUBEROSES- g'r'^ty :«!«
C L A D I O LU S-xx.Y "fu
PI nuuep CpeOQ— BEST STRAINS FOR FLORISTS.
ruumcrc sbbus new crop. trade price list ready.
CALADIUM ESCULENTUM-'"" p^'ooKO"
ROSE— '^"l'*'- PRES. CARNOT, March Isl, 2H in., per 100. $16.00; 600 for »6'->.50.
r«*nu AviOMo MAYOR PINGREE, yellow, par doi.. »1.60: per 100. »10.aO.
CARNATIONS— LILV dean, very large, white, with flne pink lines, per doi. 13.00;
per 100. »10.00.
SHEEP MANURE-''" '»» "»■• »2-26 : per 600 Ibs., J10.00.
VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE,
NEW TORK, 14 Barclay St. P. 0. Box tSS, CHICtBO.
138
FLORISTS'
■XCHKr^GE.
A FEBRUARY TRADITION
Says the trround hog coraes out to g
shadow and then if the sun shines hi
frightened at his form and crawls back
! the following
tngth of 1
ibe
ASTER, Queen of
Market, White $0 15
" ■Victoria, separate
" Xruffaut's, sepa-
CARNATIOM Marguerite,
ELLIOTT & SONS, NEW YORK.
>ifHEN WHmWv, MEWnON 1
W£ ARE HEADQUARTERS ON ^Z
BULBS FOR FORGING, «
FLOWER SEEDS FOR FLORISTS,!
ENGLISH MUSHROOM SPAWN.!
SPBCIAL. PRICES ON APPLICATION. I
JOHN GARDINER & CO., Seedsmen, ♦
Box 1306, Philadelphia, Pa. J
BULBS! BULBS!!
rUBEROSES.
200,000 dwaif Pearl 3 to 4 in.
75,000 extra dwarf Pearl 3 to 4 in.
10,000 Orange, or single flower, 3 to 6 in.
5,000 Variegated Foliage, 3 to 6 in.
3,000 "Albino" 3to 6in.
30,000 CAI^ADllTM Esc.,...6tollin.
Now ready ; must go, first come, first served,
iniil gone. Write
JNO. F. GROOM & BHO., cI:^ylZ%rVl%.,.
MEINTION THE n.OHIST'8 EXCHANCr
Gladiolus Shakespeare
For Forcing.
S5.00 per 100; S40.00 per 1000.
CHAS. H. ALLEN, Floral Park, N. Y.
SPECIAL LOW PRICES
ON A
hlmiSpring: Bulbs
...PLANTS
|F. w. o^scHMiTz, f 7f: r?: J!^!!T .^'JTi ,*!•, J: %
:GET THE BEST:
ASTER SEED
of the celebrated 3em pie Aster, separate colors, pink
and white, also mixed. Seed well cleaned, plump and good.
Crop of 1S96. For sale in any desired quantity by
JAMES SEMPLE, Box 2, BELLEVUE, PA.
ORDER YOUR GOODS FOR SUMMER DELIVERY IN TIME
Early Orders ::: BEST, it BEST STOCK, it BEST PBIOES
Delivery from MARCH to JUKJE.
Iris Kaempferl,
Japan Maples,
Aspidistra lurlda clumps
Lygodium Japonicum,
Physalis Franchetti,
Japan Bulbs.
^Ve quote you iic
for delivery in JULY to SEPTEMBER.
Freesia refracta alba,
Calla Ethiopica,
Li. Longiflorum,
Chinese Narcissus,'
Tree Fern Stems,
Palm Seeds,
California Forcing
Bulbs.
ROOTED CUTTINGS OF ALL THE CHOICEST AND RAREST | SI
CHRYSANTHEMUMS, PRIZE WINMERS IN JAPAN.
Write for prices and information. " 'Address allTc
H. H. BERGER & CO., C'^'^'
') San Francisco, Gal,
B
10 FARM ANNUAL mt
-Telia the plain truth abou
The BEST SEEDS that Growl
Handreds of illnstrations ; remarkable Novelties, painted from nature. It is known as
"Tlie iMstAias Amerlean Seed Catalogue." 4es> Mailed FREE to all.
" W. ATLEE BURPEE 6. CO., PHILADELPHIA, PA.
CTPCD Queen of market, mixed,;
, *^ • t:i*V» itc ; separate colors, \vhit(
FROSTED PEACH SEED.
: FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
Gladioli . . .
Also Jersey Yell<
Seed in their seasc
3 huahelB. Packed
class condition.
7 and Red Sweet Potato
, at $1.50 per barrel of full
) carry safely. All in firat-
THE BEST IN AMERICA.
Geraniums, 'Mums, Carnations, dc.
"Write for prices.
BETSCHER BROS.,
II Canal Dover, O.
CHARLES BLACK, HIghlstown, N. J.
CHOICE CELERY SEED.
iirpliis of White Plume, Golden
RASTER COMES^
ISitC F. TILLINGHIST, Ag't, La Plume, Pa.
^^ *.^wHY Noi\." BUY BULBS?
BULBS IN FINE CONDITION.
Chiuefie Sacred Liilie., Q/\ .1.
Basliets. 30 bulbs, 8U ClSi
Per 100
Tulips, Double Wh
Clumps..
Dutch Mixed..!!"!!!
■ ■ ! White
GLADIOLUS BULBS.
E.xtra White and Lixht, for florists. 12 per 100; »IS
per 1000. White ard liKht «1 60 per 100; »10 per ItOO.
Very line mixed, »7 50 per 1000. Good mixed. IS ■ er
1000. tuperh sepdllnBS, IS per lOtO. Eugene S-ribe,
$2.50 per 100. Isaac Bucbanan.t 2 per KO. MaTle
I^emolne, orrhid maiked, »5.0O per 1000. M-rie
l.etnnine, hulbleta, (should nesrly all bloom this
season) II per 1000; oOflOforll; 10.000 for 17.60.
Cash with order. Reference if requested.
Ptalladelpbia
WHEN WRITINR MENTION THE F
pUCApFOR GASH
zEHLL WITH ORDER.
1 500 DWARF PEARL TUBEROSES,
■ «^«^X^ 3.^ INCHES. S3. 00.
1 50 CHINESE NARCISSUS, $1.50.
Rosea. Send a
Single Begonia Bulbs
in separate colors. Per loo, $2.50 ; per 1000, $20.
X..t**-ijkjfc-»-the Pearl, Ai. Per loo, Sr.oo;
Tflfie OSBS-i-.A'on^^Lnd----"
1 UUWtWWUW j^^^ f„r price list.
HULSEBOSCH BROS., Englewood, N. J.
TORACCO STEMS ^^
Tobacco Dust, 2c. per lb.
Raflia, the licst material for t.ving, does not
injure the plants; it goes farthest and Is
cheapest; flist quality long fibre atllo. a lb.;
C, H. JOBSIEN, ImpsrtEr, 193 Greenwich Ml j h. g. faust & GO..«Atiafi.T/e"."{.i:-
— ™™^—
Prize-Winning
DAHLIAS
AN UNPRECEDENTED RECORD.
23 First Prizes, Certificate of Merit, 2
Diplomas, and liighest mention everywiiere.
February Ist, and
received our last year's list without application. It
you want the very best Dahlias that bloom, address
W. p. PEACOCK.
Dahlia Specialist, ATCO, N. J.
WHEW wmriNQ MENTION THE rtORISTS- EXCHANGE
eiiiflspDws.
,$4.60 per 1__.
e Bouvier, $3.00 per 100;
Grand RouBe, RohiisfB. «2
: for prices on large quantitie
DAHLIAS,
inj^ood. large, field-grown, divi-
ded, salable clumps; all good,
long stemmed flowering varieties : good for
cut flowers. Our selection, $3.00 per inO;
less than 60 of a kind. S4,00 per 100. Special
prices on large quantities.
CASH WITH ORDER. Please address all
orders to
pie's '^rblte and Plnlc. $1.50 per oz.
Sno-n-taall. $l.i U per oz.
Seed well cleaned. Crop of 1898. Pound rates
on application.
J, U HEELER, SS7 tee Ave,, kbester.N,?,
EEDS for Profit
'SFSwcctPcasI
Wholesale Catalogue on application.
I and Growers. ^
S 114 Chambers St., New York City, .f
ROWEHL I GRANZ, Hicksvllle, L. I., N.Y.I J. L SCHILLER, Rutherford. N. J.
WHEN WIUTINa MENTKm THE nORBTa- EXCHANOi WHEN WRITINO MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANOS
Tme Florists' Exchmnge.
139
DOUBLE PEARL TUBEROSES
4 to 6 inches circumference, choice and perfect BULBS,
AT $5.50 PER 1000.
Lots of 5000 and over, at $5.00 per 1000.
ROBERT BUIST CO., Seed Crower, • PHILADELPHIA, PA.
■4tN WRITING MENTION T
SEED IDE REPORT.
Points and information from
interested In ttaia column, solicited.
Bditor Sbhd Trade, care of Florists' Kx-
OHANGE, P. O Box 1697. New York.
European Noret.
The cold spell continues to affect the
whole of western Europe, and sharp frosts,
combined with heavy falls of snow, extend
from Madrid to the Highlands of Scotland,
with about equal severity in each place.
In Germany, also, especially
try
athe
Whil
the readings of the thermometer are not
very low. the cold is intense, owing to the
damp condition of the land. It is hardly
likely that our plants are now being in-
jured to any great extent, as they are well
protected by the snow.
All outdoor work is at a standstill and
trade is, consequently, very slack. Europe
is now so thoroughly provided with means
of rapid transit that the old style of order-
ing the probable requirements of the sea-
son in one lump has given place to a
"hand-to-mouth" system of buying, which
indefinitely prolongs the season and im-
mensely increases the responsibilities and
expenses of the wholesale dealers.
The "Gardeners' Chronicle" lor January
30 contains some fairly good illustrations
of the new fringed and crested forms of
cyclamen persicum, referred to in these
notes two weeks ago.
In this connection it is interesting to
note the great advance made by modem
florists in their methods of cultivation over
those employed during the eighteenth cen-
tury. In the "Scots Gardeners' Director,"
published in 1759, the advice is given "to
sow the seeds of the Persian Cyclamen as
soon as they are ripe • • • and in six
years after their sowing their roots will
show all their beauties in blossom, observ-
ing to shift them every two years into fresh
The French Society of Psychologists as-
sert that a fatal influence is exercised by
tulips on those who tend them. It is said
that in Holland gardeners who cultivate
tulips invariably die in a violent manner
or are overtaken by disaster. More than
twenty instances were put forward to cor-
roborate this strange statement. This
seems rather rough on Mynheer Due Van
Thol. EUROPEAN SEEDS.
New York._A. Goflerje has succeeded to
the seed business of G. Herrmann, at No.
413 East Thirty-fourth street.
Dahlia Tubers — Before the United
States General Appraisers at New York,
Dec. 22, 1896. In the matter of the protest
of W. W. Barnard & Co., against the .de-
cision of the collector of customs at Chi-
cago, 111. The following opinion was given
by Lunt, general appraiser:
"The merchandise consists of the tubers
of dahlias, imported into the port of Chi-
cago, Feb. 29, 1896, by W. W. Barnard &
Co., and upon which duty was assessed at
10 per cent, ad valorem under paragraph
234y2 of the tariff act of Aug. 28, 1894. The
importers claim free entry for the same un-
der paragraph 611 as bulbs or roots not
edible. We find that dahlias are not plants
chiefly used for forcing under glass for cut
flowers or decorative purposes. That the
tubers in question are not known as plants,
. edible. The pro-
.ined.'
The Fr
Dlstrili
-We
m receipt of a pamphlet, from the De-
partment of Agriculture, entitled "Report
of the Special Agent on Seed Distribution
tor 1S96." being a reprint from the report
of the Secrstary of Agriculture for the
same year. The pamphlet gives a full ac-
count of the history of seed distribution
for the past year, among other things show-
ing by whose order the seeds wi-re mailed
and to whom sent. It is Interesting to
note the methods of distribution elected
by the various disbursers of the gifts which
cost them nothing. Somr. have chosen to
send them to private individuals direct,
including parsons, doctors, professors and
lawyers; others have sent them to county
judges, again postmasters have been the
outlet for this magnanimity (?); othere
have selected powder works; others the
daily and weekly newspapers. Chairmen
of Democratic executive committees have
been the choice of some, while G. A. R.
Posts and Women's Relief Corps, G. A. R.,
have b.en the favored recipients in other
■ the Gov
The total e
$149,520.
When will the folly and unrighteousness
of this perverted law arouse that spirit of
indignation, among not only th-. men most
affected in their pockets, but as well all
who have the interests of fair government
at heart, which will at one. and forever
put a stop to the iniquity? We contend
that it is within the power of the seedsmen
of the country to start the agitation and
to keep it going, too, until success crowns
their efforts.
The following corespondence is self-ex-
planatory. The view of the subject taken
by Mr. Burpee is highly commendable:
Editor "Florist's Exchange":
Inclosed please find copy of a letter re-
ceived from Secretary Morton to-day (Feb. 5).
Although we are now filling the contract tor
two seclions in the present distribution of
seeds we approve heartily of Mr. Morton's
earnest endeavor to abolish the present free
? given wide circu-
horticulture by its
publication in the "Florist's E.xchange."
Philadelphia. W. ATLEE BURPEE.
United States Department of Agriculture,
Office of the Secretary,
Washington D. C.
February. 4, 1S97,
W. Atlee Burpee, Esq., Philadelphia. Pa.
Dear Sir: I reply to your letter of Feb. 3
of the "Cost of Seed
Th.
iverlastin;
the bono;
desire of
■iX'
thei]
of the public pocket
to be legally irrepressible. That generosity
^hich costs one no self-denial is easily grati-
fied, and it seems to be a great satisfaction
to give away things that belong to other
people.
If the promiscuous and gratuitous distribu-
tion of seeds is to be continued, there should
also be an appropriation for the gratuitous
distribution of garden implements and fer-
tilizers. The parent who will bestow upon
his landless child seeds to plant, ought to
also furnish implements and utensils with
which to plant. Practical paternalism in
Government has already furnished the land
in many cases, now furnishes the seeds, and
logically it ought to furnish likewise the
plows and the harrows, the mowers and reap-
ers and threshing machines.
The friends of this system no doubt look
forward to a time when the Government will
distribute, through its Congressmen and the
Agricultural Department, sittings of the eggs
take
i purchase 1 ounce of gold,
in bullion, why can not its creative power be
utilized in enacting crops? Instead of this
trouble of circulating seeds, planting, plow-
ing and cultivating, why not say "Be it En-
acted" that oats, peas, beans and barleycorn
shall grow on the grounds of all citizens of
the United States, and that there shall be
just enough rain, just enough sunshine and
just enough dew to make the crop abundant
and satisfactory? Yours respectfully
(Signed) J. STERLING MORTON,
Secretary.
United States Department of Agriculture.
Office of the Secreta
Washii _
irpee, Esq.. Philadelphia
Feb.
that the seeds-
men of this country— those who grow and
prepare seed for sale— ought to call the at-
tention of the party coming into power to
the fact that the free and promiscuous dis-
tribution of seed antagonizes the principle of
protection.
Do not the advocates of protection declare
J^^3Iq ^^■^ miAi nopnadraoo raojj joq^i n^ed
-oang jo sjonpoad (..jodn'od,, eq? 'moqi \\vo
A9H1 SB 'JO) d^eqo aqj ino mqs Xoq^ ^-eq?
paid labor products of Americans, in order
that vast assortment of law makers, who
simulate Moses, Solon and Lycurgus, howl
so loudly for legislation which enables them
to distribute, as public alms among their
puiitical and personal friends, the pauper
seeds developed by Congressional appropria-
tions. LO the detriment, injury and demoral-
ization of the infant industry of seed grow-
ing and seed selling, which large
of Americans are engaged in, and
Why
uld the
learned pater:
selling industry, while they yell so lustily in
favor of building up all other industries by
shutting out pauper competitors— by exclud-
ing labor, which they decla ' "
away in Europe, from con
priced labor in the United
apeting with high
States? Why this
crush out the seed business, by
compelling it to compete with Congressional
charity, that gives seed
seedsmen done that your infant indu!
should be thus singled out as the so
npetitor to race with_Governmental_gifts''
Feb. 9, 1897
Hon. J. Sterling Morton, Secretary of Agri
culture. Washington. D. C.
Dear Sir: I acknowledge, with thanks,
ceipt to-day of both your le
I agree thoroughly with you in uie ct.
sion that "the attention of the party
ing into power should be called to th(
that the free and promiscuous distributi
seed antagonizes the principle
Protect! '
yesterday
the seed growing industry of
the interests merely, or particularly, of wealthv
are produced by small farmers throughout
the country, and the very fact that they are
produced at home insures a much higher
grade in quality than when grown in Europe.
where the crops cannot be subject '
stant inspection
TUFF STUFF ON GREEN FLY
IS TOB AO-OI L.
SELIllLE HOILIND GIBBIGE
AND OTHER VEGETABLE SEEDS.
Grown by VAN NAMEN BROS., HOLLAND.
Contracts for future delivery booked.
C. H. JOOSTEN, Sole Agrent,
193 Greenwich St., New York.
WHEN WRrriHO MENTION THC TLORISTa- rxCH«HOI
FLORISTS!
Attention.
CINNAMON VINE ROOTS
For Potting, Etc.
BEAUTIFUL and LIFE-LIKE COLORED PLATES
FREE WITH EVERY ORDER.
I have a Kood supply of strong roots
of this popular vine especially suited to
Florists' Use Tins beautiful fragrant
climber finds a
ready sale every-
where Two or
three roots planted
in a pot will make
a dense mass of
bright vines, com-
pletely surrounding
a window, etc.,
making it a perfect
bower of beauty.
Now is the time
to lay in your
root's I supply
many of the largest
Florists in the'
United States and
Canada. Try a
thousand or bo.
The colored plates
save time and talking and make them
go off "like hot cakes."
r,ss^
■Inied with orders.
HARDY CUT FERNS
SI.OO per I OOO. Discount on larue orders.
L. B. BKAGUE, Hinsdale. Mass.
WHEW wwrriNO miwtioh the njmsTs' cxchamm
PRICE OF CINNA-
MON VINE ROOTS
1000 for S8,50 | only half
500 for 4.50 J usual phices. j
250 for 2.50 ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦
EXTRA LARGE TWO YEAR ROOTS.
For Counter sale, double the above rat(s.
Terms cash, to accompany all orders, or will
send C. O. U. on receipt of 10 per cent. Hefer-
eaces. Commercial AKenciesand Pciughkeepsie,
N. Y.. Naf. Baok. Send your orders at once.
I am Headquarters. The largest grower in the
world. Address
A. T. COOK, Hyde Park, N.Y.
THE rLOBISTB'
Tubes for Mailing Plants.
The Mailing Tube does away with all
outside wrapping, saves much time, and
makes a secure package which cannot
be smashed in the mails. It is made of
stiff pasteboard, is light, economical and
the best device that can be secured by
the florist for mailing purposes.
The above cut shows tube closed at
one end by cap, which is firmly
attached and perforated to allow ven-
tilation ; the open end is generally stop-
ped up with paper but extra caps can be
furnished.
Many mailing tubes are being used
this season for both plants and bulbs and
they continually grow in favor.
SEND STAMP FOR SAMPLE.
PRICE LIST.
$L46 $2.63 $4.60 {8.46
1.60 3.00 5.25
3 " 2.36 6.00 8.60 17.00
Above prices are F.O.B. New York,
other sizes on application.
Extra caps for closing open end, 2 in.
diameter or less, $1.25 per 1000; over 2
in. diameter, $1.75 per 1000.
We will furnish yoi
business address etc., i
75 cents ; 500 labels, $l.i
with labels, to be pasted on these tubes, giving your name,
t the following rates: 100 labels, 50 cents; 250 labels,
0 ; 1000 labels, |1.50.
A. T. DeLaKlare Ptg. and Pub. Co., Ltd.. Vobfr^ New York.
RHINELANDER BUILDING. ROSE AND DUANE STREETS.
140
The Plorists' Exchange.
PRESIDENT CARNOT.
Stock in Perfect Condition,
Send Your Orders In.
SEE OUR ADVERTISEMENT
First Come, First Served,
HOSE PTES.
Wbat a delightful change in the weather
we rose growers have had since my last
notes— not alone the temperaiure rising
above freezing point in mid-day, but fine,
successive, bright, sunshiny days with it.
I have been buc5y with the hose, also my
standby invigorator, pure air, and, I may
say, cutting fine blooms that I did not try
to burst open in the bad spell.
There is no question in my mind but
that it is very unwise to try and got a
Sarge quantity of flowers in bad weather.
Fifst, trade is not so good, and then, again,
when business does open up, you will find
a scant supply of inferior flowers; while,
on the other hand, if you refrain from
cutting you will be able to supply your
customers with a fine quality, and likewise
have the quantity at your disposal.
The theory of not cutting so many blooms
1 cannot underst-and; roses don't grow at
this season the same as a tulip. I con-
tend the most flo-vers and best returns are
got from plants that are kept in a healthy
and vigorous condition; whereas if forcing
'(which is not growing) is resorted to health
and vigor becomes very seriously impaired.
In other words, the future is what we
•should always .strive to look to.
To-day a brother florist dropped in to
have a little chot about roses, and as h s
Farm, - - KOKOMO, IND.
WHEN WWITlHa MtMTlOH THE FLORISTS' EXCHtMOE
THE WONDEHFCI. NEW KOSE
YELLOW RAMBLER (AGLAIA)
Is the hardiest Yellow t'luubiiiK Rose yet Intro-
duced. _Tbe mo
Send for our trade 1
of the Yellow Rambler and prices upon a splen-
did assortment of Hardy Husea. Clematis,
JACKSON & PERKINS CO., Newark, New York.
READY NOW!
Giant Flowering PansaS —
$2.00 per 500 ; $3.(0 per 1000 ; $U.uO per 5000.
Giirysaijltieinuiiis
of E.iinoutb nnd Adelaide
Onrnotinnn P'°™ f^'"- ''•™- McBurney,
carnations fz^i^^^/j^^hj^'^'^Ft
Alaska, McGownn, Puritan, Wm. Scott, Day-
break, Bridesmaid, Tidal Wave, Meteor, Gold-
finch, Helen Keller and E. A. Wood.
No rust. We pay Express charges to every
part of the United States. Send for list.
MORRIS FLORAL CO., Morris, III.
. . . ROSES . . .
From 2^ In. pots. Btronp and in eicelltnt shape,
$2.50 per 100; J20.00 per 1000.
Bride, Bridesmaid, II M. !«taDley, 1)1. Niel,
Marie Guillol, nlary WaHhinKlon,
l,ouis Richard, Pink Moupert.
EMPRESS OF CHINA-Theneweverbloomini!
hardy pin^ Climbine Rose, Krows as rapidly aa a
Mornintt Glory: bound to become popular. t3.00 per
100; 125.00 per 1000.
...GERANIUMS ...
pots.ready to shift to* in., »2.60per 1001120 perlouO. '
Helerauth, Le Piolet, Jas. V. Murkland.
Grand Chancellor, L,ii Favorite,
Mrs. Olias. Prase, CallforDia.
Our KeivSeedlInc Geranium, John A. Doyle
—Bound to take the place of ileteranth and other
Bizeot flower, freedom of bloom, and Isof a dec'l'ded
branchlDK hab t; id short it has all the sood qual-
ities that eo to make up the ideal Bedding Ger-
anium. »1.00 por 100; »35 00 per 1000.
J. A. DOYLE, - Springfield, Ohio.
ROSES.
ilSCUS AND GERANIUMS.
DeTonieoslH
Dr. Grill
I met
Elolle deLro
Folkestone
Gen. Tanas
Henry M. Sti
La Paclole
L,a Princess ^
M. Mel
Maman Coch
Marie Gnlllo
iDcess ol Saira
BS. Gaulain
een's Scarlet
»w Flake
ROSES!
HIGHEST GRADE
LOWEST PRICES
QUALITY OF STOCK GUARANTEED.
All Prices on Strong Young Plants from 2'2 inch Pots.
rr FOLLOWING
Bride
Brictesniaid
Bratoatit
niine. J. Schwartz
Marie Laiubert
Coc|uette de l.you
Clottiilde Soupert
Pink Soupert
Mermet
Itlitie. K. Kruser
AKrippiiia
Mary '^Tasliiiiifton
C. La France
C. Devonleusls
Prairie Queen
LIST, $2.75 per 100;
Lucullus
Purple China
Ctaroniatella
C. Cook
Snow Flake
marie Van Houtte
Marie Guillot
Etolle de Lyon
Louise de La Rive
Mnie. IVelche
CLIMBERS.
R. M. Henriette
Mareclial Pilel
Mme. C. Custer
$25.00 per 1000. :^
J. B. Varrone ^^
Folkestone ^^
Crown Princess ^^
Victoria z^
Sen. McNauKhton r::^
Manian Cocliet -^
The Queen ~^
Ruliens ^S
Yellow^ Herniosa ^^
Miss Wenn ZS
W. A. Richardson
Solfaterre
AuKusta
FOLLOWING LIST, $3.25 per lOO: $30.00 per 1000.
Herniosa La France IXiphetos
Mme. Hoste Perle des Jardl us Christine de Pioue
Bonsilene Sunset Duchess of Albany
Golden Gate Me.eor 3^,,^ siebrecht
Mrs. DeGraw IVootton Ainrt i»
Beautelnconstant Kaiseriu Augusta AlPd Rousemont
Gontier Victoria Mme. Plantler
Malmaison Mme. C. Testout Mine. P. Morgran
CLIMBERS.
ClinibiUK Perle Sj.zs per 100; »3o.oo per 1000
Empress of China .... 3.23 " 100; 30.00 *' 1000
Glolre de Dijon $4.00 per 100
Crimson Rambler 4.00 ** 100
ta Canariensis, In bud and bloom. 1
iches hluh, (1 51) per doz.; HO CO per 109.
nd FlotverinE Begonias, 3 and 1
i. $1.00 aud $1.60 per dux.
fuchsias. 6 best varieties: Heliolro
lelies; Floweriue Besroolas. 10
Also Cuphea, Daisy, Feverfew, salvia,
etc.. nice plants. 2 inch pols. »2.00 per 100.
t^-Lots of other FLORISTS' STOCK at
ccordiiiKly low prices.
EP~CASH with order. ASK for particulars.
GREENE COUNTY FLOR&L NURSERY,
^Vhlte Hall, III.
LITTLE BEAUTY
FUCHSIA.
$6.00 per
GERANIUMS.
Silver Cloud, McMahon, Happy Thought,
3H in. pots, $4.00 per 100.
Mrs. Pollock, frotn i'A in. pots, $6.00 per 100.
La Favorite, the only good white, 2% in. pots,
$4.00 per 100.
BEGONIAS.
Rex, 0. L. Erdody, 214 in- pnte. $7.00 per 100.
" in variety, 2!^ in. pots, $5 00 per 100.
The goods are all ready to shift into 3 and 4
in. pots. Strictly cash with order.
LINCOLN L NEFF, FLORIST,
4010 Butler St., PITTSBURG, PA.
MENTION THE FtOBIST-S EXCHANGE
rumiisi \mm\
best varieties, s
per 1000. Samel
GERANIVMS.-
l3}i
flats, all the latest and
St ten varietes, $15.00
pots, $25.00 per 1000.
^ $3 00 per 100. GERANIUMS $3.0Oper1OO.
Heteranthe
Le Contable
Emily de Glrardin
■\Vliite Swan
Mountain of Snow-
Harriet Thorpe
Gold Dust
De Braizee
Re Vmberto
Gripper Banks
S. A. Nutt
^ $3.00 per 100.
per (00. ^
Piiveus The Queen — ^
Major BonnalTon Enfant des deux — ^
Titian Moiides -^^
Inter-Ocean Col. W. B. Smith =^
riety, our own selection $2.00 per 100. -^
^
HELIOTROPES $300perl0O ^
Albert Deleau
White Lady
$4.00 per 100.
President Carnot
^evettsteinii
Robert Georc^e
Dark BouQue
BEGONIAS «4.00perl00. ^
isre
Thurstonl
Clementina
Mme. Treyoe
$3.00 per lOO.
nertha C. Rocher Sandersoni
Alba Perfecta Multiflora
Rex Begonias in variety, $4.1
MEX^ICAN PRIMROSES .
MOOI<« VINE
SANSEVIERA ZEVLAKICA, 2ii i
S2.50 per 100
2.50 •' 100
t large plants, 4.00 ** 100
6.00 ** 100
iVa-^-r
TERMS :CA8U WITH OKDER.
R.H.MURPHEY,Urbana,Ohio.
TERMS: Cash with Order.
THE NATIONAL PLANT CO.
DAYTON, OHIO, U. S. A.
The best and latest varle-
! sorts, in flats, $15.00 per
10(0. Rose Geranium, $2.00 per lUO. Mme.
Sallerol. $1.25 per 100. Mt. Snow, 2)^ in.
pots, $2.50 per 100.
HELIOTROPE.— At least six varieties,
$10.00 per 1000.
AGERATUM.-Dwarf blue and white,
1000.
Gem,
flats.
FEVERFEW.-Llttle
$15.00 per 1000.
SALVIA SPLEISDEJSS, $10.00 per 1000.
HE^O^QUARTHRS ©OLE US
Crimson VersehafTeltli and Golden Qneen,
$6.00 per KOO.
COLEUS in variety, $5 00 per 1000.
Correspondence solicited on large orders.
600 at 100 rates; by the 100 add 15 cts.
Cash with the order. Selection ol sorts to
Choice New Double and Bruant
GERANIUMS
M. A. Borie Alue. Decidedly the
itark variety up to date. 3 in. pots, 25c. 1
Claire Fromont. Best pure pink.
Mme. Buchner. Best white to date. 15c.
each: $1.0(1 per doz
Montesquieu 2. Heali hier habit and deeper
De Lacepede'2. Hosy pink.' This and the
prccedintf \'urielv uere -elected from a
number of seedlirinB of IslHas improvements
on ihe piiiont sorts. 10c. each ; $1.00 per doz.
M. Alphouse Rlcard. Orange red;
immense trusses, holding perfect for a long
time. A splendid naarket sort. lOe. each;
$1 00 ner do/,.
J. J. Harrison. Very large florets and
trusses, intense soail^t, and dwarfer in
liHbit than Double Gen. Grant. 10c. each ;
ilOflperrtoz
Margaret Plnon. Clear rose, dwarf
haoit, and a very profuse bloomer, lOc.each ;
$1.00 per doz.
20 Select Standard Varieties, StroDg
Plants, mostly from 3 In, pots. 1^4.00
])er 100. Special prices on large lots
from 2J4 in. pots.
ALSO A FINE ASSORTMENT OF
FLOWERING and REX BEGONIAS
AND GENERAL BEDDING PLANTS.
Cash with the Order.
J. NICOL, Oak St., Jersey City, N. J.
144
IThe Pl-ORISTS' ^XCH5^N6fe.
Baltimore.
I'he Trade,
There is a general complaint of little
doing. Price of stock is low, and goods do
not pass oft rapidly. Very few large enter-
tainments have teen given, and in conse-
quence much ot the stock grown in ex-
pectation of such affaire is wasted. Lily
of the valley is a drug on the moi'ket;
strange to say, very little call is made tor
this beautiful flower; two cents is the price
wholesale, and little or no sale at that.
Violets still hold up and seem to be pro-
fitable for the grower. Roses and carna-
tions have been in fair demand.
Sutton's greenhouses, on the Pimlico
road, have been given up by him.
Th« Clnb.
The ideal carnation was under dis-
cussion by the members of the club. It is
not necessary to say the conclusion was
that we are still on the hunt tor this car-
nation. EDWIN A. SEIDEWITZ.
St. Louis.
Market Notes.
The cloudy weather ot last week
caused a shortening of the supply of roses,
but receipts were sufficient to fill all de-
mands and values dropped a notch in all
selections. The heavy snow storm and sub-
sequent slush had a disastrous effect upon
the store trade. A visit among the retail-
ers elicited the fact that sales were down
to low water mark. The few weddings
and decorations for ballroom receptions cre-
ated what demand there was. The ship-
ping trade was normal. Altogether, the
week closed was the most unsatisfactory of
this year.
Carnations were as abundant as ever.
Very fancy stock brought $2.50 to $3 per
100; ordinary quality brought $1 to $1.50
per 100, and good medium stock: about $2.
Scott was most in evidence with fair sales
at reduced prices. White carnations were
very plentiful, and had no demand. Day-
break sold readily. Red carnations were
not plentiful, but prices did not advance,
owing to the cheapness of roses.
Violets were scarce, and sold at 75 cents
per 100 for double and 25 cents to 35 cents,
according to quality, for single. Califor-
nia violets are fast becoming favorites, and
sold well at 75 cents per 100.
Fancy grades of Bridesmaid, Bride and
Meteor brought $8 per 100, the heaviest de-
mand being for Bridesmaid; first and sec-
ond selections sold at $4 and $2 per 100,
respectively. Perle was not as abundant
ai3 other varieties. Wootton and Morgan
as other varieties. Wooton and Morgan
were plentiful, and the call limited. Tes-
tout La France and Siebrecht attracted no
attention, and sales ot these were made at
low figures. There was a supply ot de-
formed bud poor color Beauty, but they
were not in request, and sold on a leVel
with other poor roses. A tew fancy Kais-
erins brought 10c. , but ordinary Kaiserin
did not sell as well, nor at as good price
as was obtained for Bride.
Valley sold slow. Harrisii were plentiful
and Callas were slow sale, and prices
dropped as low as $6 per 100 for good stock.
Wild smilax was in demand. Boxes con-
taining 25 to 50 pounds are quoted $3.75 and
$1, respectively.
Club Notes.
The executive committee appointed
for this year's chrysanthemum show held
a meeting last Friday in the Exposition
Building, and has under advisement the
large Music Hall and the East Nave. Pop-
ular opinion favors the use of the hall, but
as the daily rental is very heavy the com-
mittee is undecided. Some very liberal
subscriptions have been made, and the out-
look tor a large premium list is most
promising.
Jottings.
W. E. Kennedy ot Lake Forest, 111.,
paid a flying visit last Friday. William
Lingenbrink, the popular Olive street re-
tailer, contemplates a trip through Europe
this summer. C. G P.
Pittsburg.
Trade Notes.
If it had not been for funeral orders the
last week, trade would have been very
dull indeed. It seems as if flowers are
more in demand than ever for funerals, and
it certainly is a most profitable trade for
the florist, as prices are very fair and
generally remain steady. Stock, as regards
quality and quantity, is about the same
as for the preceding week. Roses are quot-
ed as high as $10 per hundred for choice
stock; the average price for ordinary is
from $6 to $8; $2 per dozen seems to be
the best figure retail. Beauties range from
$6 to $10 per dozen. Carnations hold up
well in price. Harrisii are still dropping,
$4 per hundred being demanded, but sales
are made at lower figures, and even then it
is impossible to move all the stock on
hand. The demand for violets is very
Pot plants are coming in stronger, but
sell slowly, although the weather is moder-
ate enough at present.
Here and There,
S. McClements of Randolph & McClem-
ents, who was quite ill a few weeks ago, Is
about again looking as well as ever, and
reports trade in the East End satisfac-
tory.
C. T. Siebert contemplates making a big
change on his place, and will likely tear
down the range of glass first erected and
put up a new range which will be up-to-
date in every respect. At present he is
working on a large house, which is almost
ready tor glazing, and when completed will
make a fine house. Mr. Siebert is one o£
the few florists, perhaps the only one now,
who uses natural gas for heating exclusive-
ly—undoubtedly the best fuel in existence,
particularly when used economically, with
improved appliances, as he does.
W. Butz ot New Castle and J. W. Glenn
ot Kittanning, Pa., were visitors during
The
s and shrubbery for
divided among the
on them.
E. C. REINEMAN.
Cincinnati.
Market Ne-ws.
Trade is only moderate; still all the
good stock in the market is well cleaned up.
with the exception of violets, which are a
drug. The weather during the past week
was miserable.
Visitors during the week were A. L.
Vaughan. and Henry Kroder ot Chicago,
and Frank Snyder of Gallipolis, Ohio. He
says they will build quite a range of glass
the
Sea Cliff, N. Y.
Ferd. Boulon has signed contracts for
the erection of three new houses and the
extension of others, which, when completed,
will give him one full acre under glass.
Construction will be commenced as soon
as the ground is in condition. The new
range consists of three houses, running par-
allel to each other, two of them being 10
feet wide and the third 21 feet wide; in
length each being 150 feet. The wide house
will stand in the center, and rise to a
greater height than the others. This range
will be erected on the north side and com-
municating with his large house, 30x90 feet.
which runs east and west. On the south
side ot this latter and some few feet away,
running north and south, are five houses
which will be extended to join the 30x90
structure, thus giving Mr. Boulon nine
houses in all in one complete set. The
new houses are from material supplied by
the Lockland Lumber Company, and will
be used for growing violets, for the choice
product of which Mr. Boulon is justly
famous. The boilers will be so arranged
as to furnish greater heat should it be
needed for other crops.
Toronto.
Horticnitnral Soelety.
The February meeting of the Hort.
Association was a good one, about thirty
members being present. There was consider-
able discussion on the proper names for the
different forms of roots of plants and some
talk on the tariff. A committee was ap-
pointed to look into the tariff matter and
report at next meeting, and, if thought
advisable, the Government will be asked
to so change the tariff as to meet the
wishes of the growers ot the country. Mr.
Uttley's daughter w3ls made an honoiury
member of the society, being the first lady
Dr. J. O. Orr has promised an illustrated
lecture on the effects of coal gas on house
plants at the next meeting. Nearly all
our daily papers published a short notice
ot the meeting.
Trade Items.
Trade is still fairly good. Stock
has been more plentiful, but the demand
has about kept up with the supply. In
flowering plants some nice dwarf cine-
rarias and azaleas are seen. Small terns
are rather scarce.
The weather has been mild for the last
week. Daffodils are coming in plentifully
now. Violets are not very abundant; most
of those offered an; good. Tulips are not
so plentiful as in former years, and there
is not much demand for them. Narcissi
are good and in supply. Callas are rather
a drug in consequence. Freezias are
plentiful and sell fairly well. Good Day-
break carnations sell very well; poor car-
nations are in oversupply.
THOMAS MANTON.
Westerly, R. I.
While a little previous, still, to call at-
tention to some of the prominent growers
residing within the "suburbs" of Boston
should not be out ot place, as those who
intend visiting Providence in August next
and who are unfamiliar with the various
sources from which the Hub draws its
floral supply can make a note of this as
being one of its main arteries.
S. J. Renter has completed one of the
most model establishments in New England,
and those who are either on the search
for pointers or who pri.le themselves as
critics should not fail to include this place
in theii
The
visitationa.
Greenhouses at Paw'tucket
TUFF STUFF ON GREEN FLY
IS TOBAC-OIL,
another model o£ its class. Alex. Miller is
in charge and does not intend to let the
next man surpass him.
William S. Nicholson, of South Framing-
ham, can make it interesting, judging by
tho splendid stock he had on exhibition at
Horticultural Hall, Boston, on Saturday last,
and there are others to be added to this.
W. M.
THE EXPERIMENT ST A TIONS.
Analyses of Manurial Substances.— Bul-
letin 42, Hatch Exp. Station, Amherst, Mass.
Extension Work in Horticulture.— By
Prof. L. H. Bailey. Bulletin 122, Cornell, N. Y.
Green Fruit Worms. — By Prof. M. V.
Slingerland. Bulletin 123, Cornell, N. Y.
Three Troublesome Weeds — Orange
Hawkweed.'Wild Carrot, Buffalo Bud.-Bul-
letin 32, Maine State College, Orono, Me.
SEEDS.-By George Vestal. Bulletin 20, New
Mexico College of Agriculture, Mesiella Park,
N. M.
DON'T
MISS
See full ad, pageU5.
VEGETABLE PLANTS.
L.ETTUCE.
5 ctB. per 100; $1 v
CAfiBAUE.
■arietie.^. ISc. per . .
TOMATOES. No
Grand Rapids,
aall plants for
Extra EarlyRed! Royal Red. Store
^rlOOO.
CAIJl.IFI,OWER
R. VINCENT JR. a SON, White Marsh, Md.
< WRITING MCNTION THC rUOnm-S EXCHAHOe
EGG, PEPPER an
PLANTS. Price list on ar
Cash Willi orde
JUST RECEIVED FROM JAPAM
JAPANESE IMPERIAL
CONVOLVULUS SEED.
Very bright, plump and well cleaned. Grown by
H. E. Amoore, an American, resident in Japan for
25 years. A mixture of the finest and most carefully
selected strains. $4.00 per lb.: *30 00 per 10 lbs. Order
at once. Supply limited. Terms net cash 10 days.
JACKSON & PERKINS CO.. Newark, New York.
WHEN WKTTING MENTION THE FLORISTS' EKCHaWOr
TUBEROSES.
Good 3 to 4 inch Pearl Excelsior. $3.00 per
1000 ; 3000 for $5.00 cash.
S. S. rate to New York, 87c. per 100 lbs.
GULF COAST NURSERIES,
Dickinson, Galveston Co., Texas.
A FEW SENSATIONS
Acnoi*oniic Cnf onnori J^st received advices from the disseminatorsof this grand
Hopal ayua 0|JI CliyCI l. plant in Europe to otfer the American trade large Im-
ported plants from the open ground, for March delivery, as follows:
1 year old, strong_plante $5 00 per 100 i g^^^.^, ^^.^^^
3 " " ! 15.00 " f . fof ..,,
4 " " 35.00 " J Larger Quantities.
Cannas, Austria and Italia. ry"^a1l;%^?s'trfa!j2'5^rpe%ToS.'%'t"a'Sa%%'o
per 100. When buying from us you get the originator's stock, which has not been ever propa-
gated and forced to its lull limit, but sound field-grown bulbs containing numerous eyts.
Special prices for larger quantities.
Cocos Weddeliana Seed. r„r6Sot,''stir$3o.S)'''- *«-^'"'"i°«'- bo. <=<>-"--
LilV of the ValleV choice selected forcing pips. 17.50 per 1000, or box of 26C0
TiihoKnoa Diilho " Dwarf Pearl." As fine a sample as eyer Been. Hard packed,
I UDerOSe DUIOS. guoinabbl. $6.00 per bbl , or 6 bblB. f or $29.00.
roloHiiim rcpiilontiim "Elephant's Ears." Any size bulb you want from 6 to
baiaaiUm LSCUIBniUm. 9 inches in circumference; clean and sound. $8.50 per bbJ.
Gladiolus, Begonias, Gloxinias, Cannas and Lilies. X^oniinT'"
Asparagus Plumosus Nanus Seed. $10.00 per looo seed.
GLUCAS I BODDINGION CO.. PLrNTsr^EEos Tno'Iulbs
Telephone Call, 403.18th St. 501 and 503 W. 13th St. New York City.
WHEN WRITINO MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
Where do you h'^Vour catalogues printed ?
T^HE publishers and proprietors of The Flokists' Exchange and Amekioan Gakdening possess one of
.^^^ the largest and most modern plants in the country for the manufacture of Horticultural Catalogues. ^^^
^9F Their men are specially trained to the work ; their prices are very moderate, and estimates will be ^W^
'^ promptly forwarded on application. First come, first served. ^
The illustration of Novelties in Color a Spacialty. Our process equals lithography in effect ; surpasses it in detail, and is much cheaper.
Address, A. T. DE LA MARE PTG. & PUB. CO., Ltd.
2, 4, 6 and 8 Duane St. (P. 0. Box 1697), New York.
Feb. 13, 1897.
The F=i-orists* Exchange.
145
LOOK FOR THE POPULAR SHELL PINK CARNATION
Miss Emma Wocher
That will be shown at the coming EHIBITION of the NATIONAL
CARNATION SOCIETY, which will be held at College Hall,
Cincinnati, Ohio, February 18-19
Undoubtedly the Finest Pink Carnation on the Cincinnati Market.
R. WiTTERSTAETTER, Sedamsville, Ohio.
THE CARNATION NOVELTIES,
MAYOR PINGREEinbMORELLO
Other new sorts, also noted introductions, and well-known standards.
Our Fine New Illnstrated Catalogue Now Ready. FREE.
DAN'L B. LONG,
Jobbing Florist and Growers' Agent, BUFFALO, N. Y.
r BfTINO MENTIOW TM gJF^OWISTa' EXCH A N G E
w
ERNS! FERNS
JuBt think of It'
s. a thousand cash
quality. All orders
mail or dispatch
aptly attended to
HOMAS COLLINS
Hinsdale Mass
oxjrrmiNros
;,00 per 1000
Verb'eoa, stronK growi
76c. per lUO;
75c. perluO: 10 00
PLANTS.
Dwarf AKeratum, blue and white; Heliotrope
vlulet and white, Tropffiolum, 111 culora. 91 00 per ICO
Petunia Veteran, new to the trade, dwarl bushy
lirower, ImmenBe double fringed flowers white
striped rose. 60c. per doz.; »3.00 per 100. tutlliiBS
«2.00 per IOC. Terms cash. Orders tor HO 00 and
O. K. HERR, Rld»r Avanu*. Lancaster. Pa.
varieties: Anna Webb, lielen Keller. I>;iybr
Albertlnl, Thos. CartledKe ( Van Leeuwen), Oph
»1.50 per 100; »12.00 per 1000. Alaska. K ilorndo. t
Vueen. Mini ie Cook, Meteor. Storm King
100; »15.00 per 1000
Bridesmaid
Dean Hole. Annie Lonsdale. $)
lOuO. Delia Fox. tl.OO per 100.
Sweetbrier, " "
flnch,
100; $26.00 per
Scott. Portia and
er 1000. McOowan.
tl.26per 100; tlO 00
I) ijbrealt. o'riuinated with Hugh Graham.llO 00 per
100; f2 00 per doz.
A Liberal Discount on Large Lots ; 250 at 1000 Rates
CHRYSAlNTHKinUMSin new and standard
varieties a '■"^^"^''^ ,Tli'h"ord™rf'' "'"'''
JOHN HACKETT & CO.. 62d near Elmwood Ave. PHILA
CARNATIONS
Mrs. Chas. H. Biihme, delicate
pink $10 |75
Mrs. Geo. M. Bradt, white,
striped scarlet 10 75
C. A. Dana, shell pink 10 75
Flora Hill, white 12 100
Mrs. McBumey, salmon pink. . . 13 100
Mayor Pingree, yellow 10 75
Morello, scarlet 10 75
Maud Dean, blush 10 75
Lily l>eaii, white, striped pink. . 10 75
Harrison's White, white 10 70
F. DORNER S SONS CO., La Fayette, Inil.
THREE HEW RiBLEHS
Companions to Crimson Rambler.
AGLAIA, or YELLOW RAMBLER.
EUPHROSYNE, or PINK RAMBLER.
THALIA, or WHITE RAMBLER.
Send for free colorltype plate and descriptive
circular of Airlaia. Every florist should handle
these three important novelties. Strong plants
from 2% Inch pots, ready March Ist. $2.00
per 10 ; J15.IXI per 100.
Send for Trade List of hardy, flelrl-grown
Koses, Shrulis, Ornamental and Fruit Trees,
small Fruit Plants, etc.
JACKSON & PERKINS CO.,
NEWARK. NEW YORK.
VIOLETS MY SPECIALTY!
On and after IVIarcli Ist I wHI l>e ready to supply,
in any quantity, stoclt of tlie following varieties :
PRII<(CESS de GALLES. The Queen ) Prices of
of single Violets. The largest and most fra- ^ these two
Krant: strong grower and productive ( on
LUXOKJBJE ) applicaiion.
CALIPORNIA... per 100, $1.00; perlOOO. $8.00.
MARIE LOUISE " 60; " 4,00.
I.ADV CAMPBELL •' 50; " 4.fO.
KARQUHAR " 1.61'; " 10.00.
All from good plants, rooted runners.
Five French Medals; two American Medals; three Diplomaa.
First Premium, Grand Central Palace, New York, under
the auspices of New York Florists' Club.
Send In your orders no'w. Cash with order or
satisfactory reference.
FERD. BOULON, Sea Cliff. L I.. N.Y.
THE FARQUHAR-QUEEN OF VIOLETS
HEADQUARTERS STOCK. TRUE AND PERFECTLY HEALTHY.
Earliest, Freest, Darkest
runners for stock. From 2Jj
100, by mail ; $20.00 per 1000.
C. E. WELD, VIOLET SPECIALIST, ROSLINDALE, MASS.
SUPIOT-THE VIOLET KING
delivery. All pla
Offers the following varieties of Violets for Ma
health, having been grown cold.
None of my Violet houses are heated, thus insuring perfect health and vigorous c
Princess of 'Wales (Princesse deGalles), introduced byr '
$1.00 per doz.; $7.00 per 100.
Princess Beatrice, new. $1.00 per doz.; $7.00 per 100.
" -• " r doz.; $7.00 per 100.
1 from France four
Admiral Avellan,
Lusconiie.
Petite Bill
1 per 100.
FRANCIS SUPIOT, 57th St. and
Lancaster Ave., PHILADELPHIA, PA.
THE FVORISTS- EXCH«NGI
IW!
seeds ; $6.00 per
E. B. JENNINGS,''°^'54?' Southport, Conn.
OROWER OF THE FINEST PANSIES.
PANSIES WORTH RAISING.
.Seed, $i.oo per package, 1.16 oz. Extra good
plants, $4.00 per loco. F. O B. express.
DWARF WHITE STOCKS and CHRYSAN-
THEMUM CLUMPS .IS advertised before.
Cash with Order.
O. SOLT^^TJ 6Z CO.,
199 Grant Ave., Jersey City, N. J.
NYMPH£A ODORATA CIGANTEA,
60c. per doz.; $3.B0 per 100.
Giant Oouble and Dwf . Ooubia Sweet Alyssum
LANTANA, Dwarf, YcI1„w orange.
DWARF BLUE AGERATUM, Um,^l^
Also Chrysanthemuma, Roses, and other
plants. Price list on application, cash with order
R.VINCENT, Jr., S SON, White Marsh, Md.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
20 GHnYSlNTIIElMS
VARIETIES
IF YOU WANT„'^
Scott, Cartledtre, McGowno. and others. In
violets, t'aliloriiia, Campbell and Snauley
White. No trouble to answer sour inquiries.
RONEY BROS., Florists, West Grove, Pa.
Dailledouze, Major Bonnaffon, and 15 other
varieties. Send tor List.
PRIMROSES from 2H inch pots,
$2.25 per 100.
DOUBLE PETUNIAS.
The Bent. The Newest.
Over 60 Nainrd Varieties.
60 varieties, tncludlne Pink Beauiyand De-
fender, per 100. $1.26. 10 new varieties, per
100. »1.60.
100. »1.26.
Grranluroa, 24 c
Hirobilanlhes 100
(ienlata Racemona llio
BeffODia Vernon, seedlings, strong'.-.. 1 00
Cash with order, please.
GEORGE J. HUGHES. Berlin, N.J.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
Indiana, Gretchen Buettner, Mrs. Perrin,
6 cts. each. Mrs. H. Robinson, S. T. Miirdock,
F. L. Ames, Higglnbotham, Bergmann. Miss
Florence Pullman, Georgiana Pitcher, Pliiia-
60 other varieties. Send for list.
E. V. MYERS, St. Joseph, Mo
c
ANNAS and
HRYSANTHEmUMS.,.
Hew Rose, YiillowEaiDiilei
(AGLAIA. I
The only hardy yellow rose. A splendid compan-
ion to Crimson Ramhier. Bound to become popular.
»;ia!oO "tier 100. Address"
THE DINGEE & CONARD CO.,
Rose Gro-n-ers, "West Grove, Pa.
Geraniums, double Grant and others, 2>^
in., $i.0operl00.
Marie I.oulse Violets, fine healthy
plants. $2.00 per 100.
Caladluni Bulbs, 6 to 7 In., ready for 4 in.
pots, $2.00 per loO.
Geraniums, Coleus, I>ayt>reak and
Scott Carnation Cuttings, all
$1.00 per 100, free by mail.
EVERITT & INSALL, Hackettstown, N. J.
For Sale or Exchange.
Large stockclumps I^. Huiue Campbell
Violets, also Smllax Seed. For Roses,
Pausies, Verbenas, etc. Write what you have.
R. E. SHUPHELT, Chatham, N. Y.
WHEN WRfTING WENTION Tnr ot.oB-5TS EXCHANCI
Pick, d in Oc
ber, 130,000; in December. 1.50,000; in January,
110,000. Call be proven by my commission men.
Will more than twice double this before Easter.
$4.(10 per 1000; cash with order.
GEO. T. SCHUNEMAN, Blue Point, N.Y.
1,000 VIOLETS 50,000
LADY CAMPBELL
Rooted Cuttings, Strong Stock,
WHFN WRITINO MeNTIOh THt fWlflHTS EXCHANGE WHEN WBrTINO MENTION 1
BEN. MAINS CO., New Albany, Ind.
wNiiw viTRmNa HCNTiOH •n.i rtORisT's exchanoe
VIOLET CLUMPS
MARIE LOUISE. Per 100, $3.00.
ROOTED CUTTINGS
Per 1000 Per 100
GERANIUMS, Double White, Pink
"od Ited $15 00 2 00
GERANlUMS.miJted.Mmc.Salleroi,
Lemon Verbena, Vincas Var.,
Vai.Slevia 12 60 160
MRS. POLLOCK, GERANIUM,
REX BEGONIA 2 00
STROBILANTHES 16 00 2 00
ALTERNANTHERA, VIOLETS.. 5 00 1 00
SWEET ALYSSUM, double 100
SALVIA, scarlet, HELIOTROPE,
CARNATIONS 10 00 126
COLEUS, separate varieties 7 60 100
miied 6 OO 76
ABUTILON.Souv.de Bonn 2(10
SNOWCREST DAISY.CYPERUS
ALTERNIFOLIUS 8 00
ROSE. Miiuiot, Bride, Wootton,
lirl
ISO
RAILING QUEEN FUCHSIA
and Double White 2 00
VI NCA VARIEGATA, $4,00, $6.00, $10.00, per 100
Write tor prices on other rooted cuttlnns. Stock
Terms. Cash or 0. O. D.
GREENE i UNOERHILL. Watertown. N.Y.
14:6
The F=l-orists' Exchange.
COBBEIIPORBEICL
Insertion will be given in this column
to all communications free from animus;
but the opinions expressed do not neces
sarily reflect our own.
Seedsmen and the Tariff.
Editor J'TorisfK' Exchange :
I cannot refrain from refuting the asser-
tion of B. in regard to American agricul-
tural labor which he certainly miisrepre-
sents as a whole, and especially the part
that is employed on seed farms. In early
life I was a wage-earner myself, but since
1865 I have been a large employer of labor
and never have been able to procure labor
so cheaply, or have it for board. Misquot-
ing the negro labor of the South does
not represent the farming community of
this country. If B. will take the trouble
to investigate this matter he will find that
over a large portion of our country, the
biggest proportion of agricultural labor is
employed by the month or year, and that
at an average wage of $15 or more per
month, with board (this is a low estimate,
as I do not wish to exaggerate), from $20
to $30 per month, without board, and at
$1 per day, without board. We pay our
men $1.25 per day for the open season, and
not for six months. In all of the Middle
and many of the Western States, the
farmer begins his operations as soon as
spring opens, and cannot end them until
after the gathering ol his corn crop, which
would take eight months at lejst.
We have been able to pay these wages at
a profit until this tariff tinkering began,
four years ago. Now, our men have the
best of the bargain.
Your correspondent B. speaks of the
working men on French farms as being
better paid than our laborers. If I am
rightly informed, the majority of the
French peasantry own or work small farms
of their own, and by hard work and fru-
gality, eke out a subsistence that would in
no way satisfy the greater part of our
Northern agricultural laborers.
I say amen to Mr. Allen's views on this
question of protection on seeds and every
other Americftn production. It is a direct
protection to our farmers and laborers, and
not to the seedsman, as he gets his proflts
no matter where he gets his goods. Our
own markets are the best in the world and
protection will not create monopoly, as
competition will govern the prices. If it
does make prices low, our farmers and
wage-earners and not the dealers in the
Old World, will get what there is. Pro-
tection gives us our market and enables us
to pay our labor living wages. It Is the
better paid labor of this country that made
it what it was and should be now. He earns
fair wages, keeps money in circulation and
makes business better for every one. We
cannot expect better times until we pay
our money to our own people and not to
the pauper labor of Europe and elsewhere.
CHARLES BLACK.
The Nursery Tariff Question.
Editor FlorUlis' Exchange:
In my letter of Jan. 26, as printed in the
last issue of the "Exchange," a typographi-
an erroneous
cal error appears
statement, as tolloi
roses is equivalent to 6 per cent? on
Manetti, Multiflora and Dog Rose stocks at
$5 per 1,000"; which should read: "3 cents
each on roses is equivalent to 600 per cent.
on Manetti, Multiflora and Dog Rose stocks
at $5 per 1,000. while roses worth $25 per
100 would pay 12 per cent, under the same
classification and specific rate."
The anticipation that the results of such
rates of duty will infuse lite and pros-
perity into the depressed condition of the
nursery business will result, it seems to
me, much as did the exuberant anticipation
of an immediate and widespread revival of
general business after election.
The causes of the present depression are
far deeper and more widespread than the
collateral question of tariff, and I do not
believe there will be that revival and im-
provement in business generally that all
hope for, whatever the new tariff may be,
until the currency and financial conditions
of the country are in better shape as re-
gards permanency and stability than at
present. When the facts are better un-
derstood and the logical conditions applied,
I believe there will be less barking up the
wrong tree on all these important matters
than appears to be the case at the present
time, in the effort to apply a forced remedy
to existing conditions.
PREP'K. W. KELSEJY.
fESTim
OPEN TO ALL FREE TO ALL
Answers Solicited from Those Who Know.
(47) Hot Water Heating.— Last Septem-
ber I determined to heat my two greenhouses,
70x18 and 60x14 feet, with hot water, pro-
cured a No. 7 Dasey boiler with 2-inch
wrought iron pipe; adopted the downhill
system, five 2-inch leaders (or fiows) running
into a coil under the benches; coil of seven
2-inch pipes returning under the walk down
hill back to the boiler each side the even
span 70-toot house, and on the same prin-
ciple in the other 60x14 house. My plumber
claimed that there was no better principle
of heating than this. My own idea is that
there should be more returns than flows.
Although the heating is good, it is ten
degrees lower at the end farthest from
boiler. The 70x18 house keeps at a tem-
perature—lower end say 40 to 45, end near-
est to boiler 65 to 60. The house 60x14 con-
tains roses, temperature at warm end being
65 to 70 degrees, further end 50 to 55 de-
grees. What I want to know is it the prin-
ciple is as good as could be arranged, or
would more returns have given a quicker
circulation ?— CANADIAN.
—The difference in the temperature at the
ends of the houses is due primarily to the
fact that there are seven 2-inch pipes in
each coil supplied through one 2-inch flow
pipe and with a 2-inch return. Had there
been not over four pipes in the coil the
'emperature would have been more even,
and that is all I should care to have in
coils of the above length tor single flows
and returns. Even with this arrangement,
when the water in the coils flows away
from the heater and is brought back in a
single pipe from the farther end, it is
seldom that the end of the house farthest
from the heater will be as warm as the
o'her, unless there is a short coil across
the end ot the house, as the water in the
coils cools ten or more degrees before it
reaches the end, and, of course, a smaller
amount ot heat will be given off at the
end furthest from the heater than at the
first. If the flow pipe runs overhead to the
farther end and the coils serve as returns,
the heat will be comparatively even. I do
not quite understand as to the number ot
coils used by "Canadian" in hia houses.
He speaks of having flve flows, and as he
t looks ■
have two flows and two
and three in the other,
narrow one) is to be kep
the other at 50 degrees,
me that he must
3ils in one house
[f one house (the
at 60 degrees and
should use about
ber of pipes in each, and al-
though no minimum outside temperature is
stated, I am confident that three flow pipes,
each supplying a coil of four pipes, will be
sufficient tor either house. This will re-
quire thirty runs, instead of the forty now
ulation
5 will gi
md the pipes
and there will be much 1
the temperature at the e
than when seven pipes are
While it will not give a
will be easier to make tl
rapid
ss difference in
ds ot the coils
iupplied by one.
good results, it
! change it the
present
are not disturbed, except to
reverse the slope so that the boiler end
will be lower than the other. Then carry
the flow pipe overhead and connect with the
coil at the farther end. By connecting the
lower end ot each coil with the heater the
circuit will be completed.
While a coil of seven pipes is rather more
than should be carried by a single flow pipe,
the excess of radiating surface in the coil
will admit of this arrangement. As the
coil will be hottest at ihe farther end
there will be but little difference in the
temperature ot the ends of the houses. '
L. R. TAFT.
r48) Heating by Box Coil.— Kindly tell
me the size box coil required for a rose house
8x32 feet, faces south, long slope to south,
6 feet height in back. 3% feet front and
9 feet to peak. Also state number ot pipes
necessary for flow and return. Building is
unprotected.— FLETCHER PLACE JR.
- — For a rose house ot the above size about
128 square feet of pipe will be required.
This can be secured by using two flows and
six returns of H4-inch pipe. The flows may
be overhead and returns under the benches,
or both may be under the benches.
It will be well to have a grate about
12x18 inches, and the box coil can be made
ot 1%-inch pipe, using three coils ot six
pipes each, cut 3 feet long. This coil is
rather larger than will be ahsolutelv neceis-
sary, but if the house is to be left at night
it will be safer than a smaller size.
U R. TAFT.
iQHot Water Heating. — i have a green-
house 87 feet long, 10 feet wide, standing
east and west, door at each end; a five
foot north wall double board; south wall
2 feet, with 20 inch glass tront, facing
south; about equal span; ridge 8 feet. To
this I have a frame the whole length of the
house, 87 feet long, 6 feet wide and 2 feet
high. I want to heat the house and frame
with hot water, the former to 65 degrees
and the latter to 40 degrees. The coldest
we ever have it is about zero. Please tell
me how to lay my line of pipe and how
many 2-inch pipes it will require with an
open system, to have a free circulation?
A SUBSCRIBER.
For a house like that described to
be heated to 65 degrees with 2-inch pipe, I
would use two flows and eight returns. The
flows can be carried on the rafters about
two feet down from the ridge (one on each
side), with a slight downward slope and the
returns in two coils of four pipes each,
which con be on the walls, under the
benches or in the walk as will be most con-
venient. If for violets or other low plants
that will not be injured by the heat from
the pipes, one of the returns could be car-
ried on each of the plates.
For the pit three pipes will be required,
which can be arranged with the flow along
the north wall, and two returns along the
south side. L. R. TAFT.
(.50) Heating by Hot Water.-We intend
to build a greenhouse 32x100 feet, to be
heated by hot water, IVi-inch pipe to be
used and a box coil for boiler. How many
rows ot IVa-inch pipe will it take to heat
to 60 degrees outside temperature below
zero? Also state the size of flow pipe
required, and what would be the best size
ot piping and how much ot it would be
required to make the box ooil? Hard
coal will be used. Also give size of grate
and funnel.— S. BROS.
—To answer the above requirements the
house should be piped with six 2-inch over-
head flows and eighteen iy2-inch returns.
One of the coils should be on each
of the side w:alls. The grate should be
about 30x36 inches, and the box coil could
be made of six coils of 2-inch pipe 5 feet-
long and with eight pipes in each coil. The
funnel should be 12 inches in diameter.
L. R. TAFT.
(51) Peat.— Subscriber. — The material,
sample of which you send, is no good for
pot or bench purposes; it lacks the char-
acter of peat, being entirely deficient of
fibrous matter; and when water is applied
the material dissolves. It may make good
garden soil, if mixed with some other that
is stronger.
(,52) Gloxinias.— John Kniveton— A favor-
ite temperature in which to start gloxinia
bulbs is 58 to 63 degrees. They can be
started any time now, or in batches up to
May.
(o.SiHart-esting Moss.— Sphagnum should
be delivered to orchid growers and others
who use it in as fresh a state as possible.
What is needed is what is termed "live
sphagnum." so the period of collecting
must be determined by the time the ma-
terial can be best disposed of. If accessible,
the present should be a good time.
(54) Fumigating Violets with Niko-
teen.— Will say to A. B.C. in answer to hlf-
question in issue of .January 2 1 : Use three
table-spoonfuls of Nikoteen In three pan?,
with li pints water in each ; drop a hot iron
into each pan. In one hour the fumes will
have left the house entirely. Vaporizing
with Nikoteen can be done in the daytime
as well as at night, without damage to
flowers.— J. V. M.
(55) Worms in Rose Beds. — Wm.S.
YouNO. — Worms and grubs of several
kinds can ije oftentimes driven out of a
bed by drying it out. The grubs will
ascend to the snrfnee and can be picked,
and many will fall over the side ot the
bfDch. But it is not always possible or
expedient to submit roses to such extreme
dryness. The next best method to adopt,
as far as we know, is to drive the worms
out with pure lime water. This, properly
made from quicklimeand thoroughly c4ari-
fled, does not hurt the plants, but is dis-
tasteful to these pests, and usually they
try to squirm out of the soil while the
lime-water is passing through it; some
kinds being killed outright. It the lime is
at all dead, it is not possible to clear the
water properly, and It is not then so effect-
ive. Soot water will also drive worms
out, especially earth worms ; but with
strong soot water, especially from anthra-
cite coal, there Is more danger of injury to
the roots than there is from the applica-
tion of lime water. Soot water from soft
cnal is not quite so dangerous : in fact. It
often proves beneficial to the plants them-
selyep.
-In reply to question 35 In January 8
balls of cotton with this material, and
roll them Into the holes ; stop up all holes
with earth, making them as nearly air-
tight as possible; keep a close watch for
new holes, and treat them likewise. The
cheapest form in which to get this article
Is Taylor's "Fuma" carbon bisulphide.
It can be had in 10 lb. cans at 12e. per lb., of
Edward R. Taylor, Cleveland, Ohio.—
R. H. COMSTOCK.
Indianapohs.
The February meeting of the Indianapolis
Florists' Club was held at the residence of
John Berterman on the 3d inst. The new
officers taking their seats were: R. A. Mc-
Keand, president; Alvin Schreibers, vice-
president; H. W. Rieman, Morris and East
streets, secretary and treasurer.
The matter ot a spring show was up lor
discussion, and it was decided that as we
are to hold a fall show, the idea of a spring
exhibition should be abandoned tor the
present, two shows in one year not being
advisable.
Red Spider on carnations, especially Day-
break, and the eel worm in roses, were top-
ics brought forward by Herman Junje, and
are made a special order tor next meeting,
Mr. Junje -o read a paper on the action of
the eel worm, and J. J. B. Hatfield to make
a microscopical examination of the pest,
and furnish his views as to treatment tor its
Several ot the local florists lost more or
less by the recent severe weather.
H. W. Rieman and Fred Rieman have dis-
solved partnership, Fred retiring.
Florists report business slow, there being
no large jobs and small ones scarce. W. J.
Hasselman has added two houses to his
plant. He has been growing only roses and
carnations, but will now enter into a gener-
al plant and cut flower business. His place
will be known as "The Indianapolis Plant
and Flower Company,"
Visitors in the city were: J. C. Moninger
Company's agent. Chicago, and W. W. Coles,
Kokomo, Ind., who was here attending the
dog show.
The Marcn meeting of the club will be
held at H. W. Rieman's place, first Tues-
day in March.
Florists will meet at Huntington & Page's
seed store, on the 13th inst., to form a
delegation to the Cincinnati Carnation
Meeting. At least ten florists will attend.
R. A. McKeand has been confined to his
bed tor four days with kidney trouble.
R. C.
Orange, N. J.
The Floricultural Society of New Jersey
held its regular monthly meeting Monday,
Feb. 1, President McRorie in the chair, and
about sixty members were present. The
proposition to hold a fall show received
attention. Dr. Kitchen thought it was very
desirable that a show be held, and fully
realizing the necessity of calling in outside
aid. suggested that the executive of the
Memorial Hospital Committee, the ladies of
the Improvement Society and the Com-
mittee of the Home for Orphans be ai9ked
to co-operate, allowing them a third of the
net receipts and a flower booth. This would
induce all the society people of the district
to support the exhibition, and success would
be assured. He also suggested that a dance
be hell each evening. Messrs. O'Mara,
Withers and May supported Dr. Kitchen,
and the Exhibition Committee was instruct-
ed to see these various bodies and report
at the next meeting.
It was decided to reduce dues for asso-
ciate membership from $3 to $1, and that
all those who were not active members and
had paid $3 or more be called sustaining
members.
Joseph A. Manda read a paper on the
culture and care ot a limited number of
popular orchids.
At the close ol the regular meeting about
sixty members and friends adjourned to a
nearby hotel and sat down to a cold colla-
tion, a very enjoyable time being spent.
Speeches were madr. by representative men.
The tables were adorned with flowers, which
included a very flue Cattleya Trianae from
Lager & Hurrell, Summit, N. J., and Lily
Dean and other choice carnations from
Summit. Malcolm McRorie presided, and
was supported at other tables by Dr. Kitch-
en and John Hayes. The Orange boys
are to be congratulated upou the success ot
the affair.
Thb F=lorists' Exchange.
147
Fumigating Greenhouses With
Hydrocyanic Acid Gas.
In the course of work on the fungous
diseases of greenhouse plants we have been
forced to take notice of a number of insect
pests, which if left alone or destroyed by
some of the usual methods proposed would
seriously interfere with the progress of the
main work In hand. Tobacco, for instance,
in any form is not always safe for some
crops, as under certain conditions It may
render the plants more susceptible to dis-
ease.
With a view of finding an effectual
means of destroying some of the more com-
mon Insect pests, especially aphides, hy-
drocyanic acid gas has been used under the
direct'o i of Mr. Alb rt F. Woods, on a
su (H 3lent scale to show Its entire practica-
bility, at least In the case of violets. We
recently called attention to this matter In
the columns of The Florists' Exchange
(December, 1896, page 1132), and since this
note we have received a number of requests
for more details as to the methods employed
In calculating the space In greenhouses,
amounts of materials to use, etc. For the
beneflt cf those making the Inquiries we
take this opportunity of answering the
questions as far as ne are able.
Figures 1 aod 2 show cross sections of the
two styles of greenhouse structures now in
general use. The house shown In figure 1
Is an even span, 75 ^et long,9 feet 6 Inches
wide, 10 laches on the sides, and 4 feet 2
Inches from the beds to the ridge, with a
walk 20 Inches wide and 2 feet 10 Inches
deep. Now it is desired to determine ac-
curately the number of cubic feet of space
in this house, and to do this draw lines
from the ridge and gutter plates, as shown
in the sketch, and mark the respective
lengths in feet and Inches on (aoh. The
space is now divided into triangles and
rectangles, and from these the cubic con-
tents of the house may be computed. For
example, the number of cubic feet In the
walk (figure l)ls found by multiplying the
depth, 34 Inches, by the width, 20 Inches,
and then by the length, 75 feet, or 9001ncl es,
and dividing the product by 1,728, the num-
ber of cubic Inches In 1 cubic foot, as fol
lows: 34x20.1900+1,728—354.16 cubic fctt
Second, to flod the number of cubic feet In
the space between the bedand gutterplate.
multiply 9 feet 6 Inches by 10 inches, thtn
by 75 f .et, and finally divide by 1,728, which
win give 593 75 cubic feet. It will, of course,
be understood that in making this calcu-
lation the feet mu&t all be first reduced to
Inches.
The rule generally given to find the area
of a triangle Is to multiply the perpendicu-
lar by the base anil divide the product by 2
The quotient will be the area of the tri-
angle. Thus, to find the contents of the
space abc, multiply be by ac and divide the
product by 2. as follows : 57 inches x 40
inches •*- 2, x 900 Inches, or 75, feet equals
102 600 cubic inches, divided by 1,728 cubic
inches equals 593 75, the number of cubic
feet in the house space abc. Since the two
triangles are equal the contents of one
multiplied by 2 will give the total number
of cubic feet contained in the roof. Thus,
593.75 cubic feet multiplied by 2 equals
1,187.5 cubic feet. We therefore have in the
honse of the dimensions given as follows:
354.16 cubic feet + 593.75 + 1,18.75—2,135 41
cubic feet.
For fumigating violets use 0 15 gram of
potassium cyanide per cubic foot. Thi
to ounces divide by 28 35, the number of
grams In an ounce. This will give 11 29
ounces, the amount of potassium cyanide
required. For every part of cyanide use
li parts of commercial sulphuric acid and
1 part water. That is, where 11 29 ounces
of cyanide are used, it would require 16.93
ounces by weight of sulphuric acid, and
lof '
At fli^ure 2 is shown a section of a differ
ent style of house, the cubic contents of
which may be determined as In the pre-
ceding case. This house Is a Jspan, 50
feet long, 18 feet wide, front wall 5 feet,
back wall 7 feet, and 12 feet to the ridge.
It will thus be seen that the siz^ of a house
of any given shape or style can be figured
out, an(J the amounts of materials neoes-
gary to fumigate it ascertained.
After (let«raiiqiBg the number of Oflbic
feet the house contains, and the amounts
of materials necessary to make the ttimiga
tion, arrange the ventilators so that they
can be easily and quickly opened from the
outside. This is abiiolutely necessary, as
the house should be thorouKhly ventilated
as soon as possible after exposing the
plants to the gas the desired length of
time, and it would be almost certain
death to enter the house to open ven-
tilators. All having been arranged, look
over the house and stop all large cracks
bag in position, taking care that the bag
does not fall into the j^r before reaching
the door. If, however, it should fall, hold
your breath and make a rush for the door,
for it will mean death to breathe the gas.
Everything being in readiness when the
door is reached loosen the string, allow the
bag to quickly descend Into the j«, and
immediately step outside and close the
door.
The plants should be left exposed to the
gas for exactly twenty-five minutes, and
through which the gas might escape. It
will also be well towetdown the roof from
the outside. The water will fill the cracks
between the glass and make It nearly air-
tight.
Everything being in readiness, get a IJ
or a 2 gallon earthen jir, of as small a
diameter as possible, so that when the acid
and water are added .the potassium cyanide
will be covered. Place the jir about the
center of the house, provided the latter is
not over 75 or 100 feet long. If longer than
this. It will be best to use two jirs, placed
In the walks about an equal distance from
each end of the house. Tack a small stick
or lath across the walk to the edges of the
beds, directly over the jar. If, however,
the sides of the walk are not of sufficient
height to allow the bag to hang above the
jar, tack a piece of board to each side of
the walk, and the lath across these, as
shown In figure 3 Run a string from the
j ir over this stick to the door, and fasten
one end of It there where it can ba easily
reached. Procure a small paper hag (cwo
pound bag), large enough to hold the
Shon
then the doors and ventilators opened.
This should be done from the outside, all
arrangements for doing It having been
made beforehand. When the doors and
ventilators are opened wait 30 to 50
minutes before trying to enter the house,
and even then enter with caution.
The gas should be used at night or after
the sun goes down, as the increased tem-
perature during the day causes it to pene
trate the tissues of the plant more quickly,
first on account of its Increased diff iislbli-
ity, due to a rise of temperature, and
seond, because the plant has its stomata,
or breathing pores, open, and is taking In
the gases of the air in order to make sugar.
It is quite possible that if the temperature
were low and assimilation could be stopped
this gas could be used In daytime. It is
decomposed by light, but it appears from
experiments so far that the gas resulting
Is probably more effective In killing insects
and not so dangerous to plants However,
additional experiments will be necessary
before the gas cin be used in this way with
safety.
Ready for fvimig.itinj,', showing arrai;geraeut
potassium cyanide. After placing the
cyanide in the bag, tie it to the end of the
string at the jar, so that It will be sus-
pended over the lath and justabove the jar,
as shown In figure 3. In this way when the
string is loosened at the door, the bag and
contents will sink into the jar. After this
Is properly arranged, move the bag of
potassium cyanide fastened to the string
to one side, so that it will be out of the
way when putting the other materials into
the jar. Then pour in the required amount
of water and add the acid slowly. When
the aoid is all added, a considerable amount
of steam should arise from the jar, show-
ing that the water is quite hot. If, how-
ever, this clQes not occur when all the acid
Is added, enough more should be poured in
to cause the desired evolution of steam.
4fte|- fble, carefully place the fjlrlng and
of pot
When using the gas endeavor
the plants a little on the dry side and the
temperature relatively low. Use potassium
cyanide. 98 per cent, pure, and commercial
sulphuric acid. The former can be pro-
cured for about 32 cents per pound, and
the latter for from 3 to 5 cents per pound.
At these prices the gas can be made very
cheaply— that Is, at about 13 to 15 cents per
1000 cubic feet of space to be fumigated
In conclusion, it may be said that, follow-
ing the above method, we have found the
gas very effective in killing both green
and blHck aphis on violets. One funiiga
tion was suflScient to thoroughly eradicate
the pests from badly infested plants, and,
what is just as Important, the houses one
hour after the work was done were as
t £
New Orleans. La.
A brief visit from Old Boreas will be
gladly welcomed here to kill down some
and check other outdoor stock. Owing to
the continued warm weather (which capped
the climax on the 14th ultimo, when the
thermometer stood at 80 degrees at noon),
roses especially have been in abundance,
affecting Indoor stock, the bulk of which
Is supplied from outside cities, and when
received Is of but little service.
The experiment of producing roses under
glass Is not entirely new here, having been
tried by an expert ; but the encouragement
received did not warrant the continuance.
U. J. Virgin has recently put up some
houses, and Intends growing for his own
consumption, which is extensive and takes
in the bulk of the cutflower trade. M.
Cook, Hy. R'lhm, J. H. Menard, and Chas.
Eble do considerable store business, but
under existing conditions it is an open
question if rose growing under glass, to
any extent, can be made profitable here.
C. W. ElCHLING is cutting some superb
.Maman Cocbet, grown in a cool house in
solid beds. JAS Bradt is doing likewise.
M. Cook has a magnificent crop of Mare-
chal Nlel and Reine Marie Henrlette, while
Bride and Testout do well under similar
conditions ; so that I would not have some
of our friends further north believe there
is a fortune awaiting anyone who thinks
of taking such a venture as has been ad-
vocated so strongly (well Intended, no
doubt) by your correspondent here.
It is contended there is money in raising
aquatics for their bloom, even in the face
of the prevalence of the water hyacinth,
which is a pest in this section. Mr. Virgin
intends going into the raising of aquatics
for his store, and as the nymphse is ger-
minate quickly from seed, he will soon
obtain a stock of these. His decision was
arrived at after the admiration expressed
by visitors during the season at Audubon
Park, where Mr. Fonta experimented
largely; and although this has hardly
been a fair test season, he reports N zinz'-
burenals as being quite hardy. He has
left this variety, with N. Davonlensis, out-
doors all Winter. These were planted
early last Soring and survived a cold spell.
A large tract is being converted into a lake
for aquatic purposes. In the houses, every
kind of palm which will thrive here is
being raised, and the result must be
creative of an Increased demand from the
local market, which is well equipped with
a superior stock, well and creditably
E. Valdejo is a highly successful grower
of palma and ferns.
C. HoLST is cutting some very good
chrysanthemum Hy. Cannell. This vari-
ety has been most profitable to him this
season. W. M.
Atlanta, Ga.
The hotest Fall experienced in this city
in many years places the boys, who are all
northern men, in a quandary ; it was a
difficult task to keep stock alive after
being planted and only now are heavy cuts
being recorded.
West View Floral Co. were earli-
est with their supply and filled all
orders satisfactorily. Mr. McB irney in-
tends demolishing one range, and by
lengthening several houses will give them
a fine block, each 200 feet long.
Brookwood Floral Co. are cutting flue
stock ; in fact one could hardly realize the
plants had had such a set back, and with
the experience of the past season It is
positive as good results can be obtained
here as anywhere.
Mr Seals Is justly proud of his house of
violets and can claim the dlstinctlou of
being the first to make a success In Ihei-e
parts. Both the California and Marie
Louise are first-class. He will go into this
branch heavier next season.
Carnations have done but fairly ; plants
failed to recover, as did the roses.
Business up to time of writing has been
very fair.
C. A. DAHL Co have had a very good
season of decorating and funeral work.
W. Lawrkncs, of the West View Co.,
who recently lo.st his wife, has tailed for
Europe for a brief visit. Mr. Ross, of New
York, has charge of the store in his
absence.
Jersey City.
George Krcse, New York Bay Cenu-
tery, recently erected a double slory office.
His store is nicely fitted up In every way,
Its size is 22x20 feet. To connect the above
with other greenhouses, Mr. Kruse has had
built an annex house, 20x49 feet. The
work Wft« dpne by HUchlngs & Co,
148
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Louis, Toronto
Indianapolis, Oranfre, N. J. .
Atlanta, Ga.; New Orleans, La.
New York
Boston, Philadelphia
Bulfalo, Providence, Sandusky
Grand Rapids
For the Busy Man.
A bare quorum attended the meeting of the
New York Florists' Club on Monday last!
The program for the American Carnation
Society's meeting next week is printed on
page 160.
M. H. Walsh's new white seedling rose, Lillian
Nordica, was certificated by the Massachusetts
Horticultural Society last Saturday.
The Agricultural Appropriation bill was
passed by the Senate on Wednesday, February
10. It appropriates $3,312,903, being an increase
of $57,200 over the bill as passed by the House.
The principal item to the increase is $30,000 for
the purchase and distribution of seeds.
Plants and Flowers.
Violet, Mrs. J. J. Astor.— We have re-
ceived from George Saltford, Rhinebeck,
N. Y"., a bunch of this new violet. The
color is a distinct break, being of a red-
dish heliotrope. The flowers are very large,
double, and are borne on long stems. Mr.
Saltford says he guarantees it to be a
strong, vigorous grower and a free bloom-
er. It has received two certificates of
merit. As a novelty in violets it is unique.
Expensive Decorations.
So far, the present year has witnessed a
greater tendency than ever before among
the richest flower consumers, it we may use
the expression, to select the very choicest
and most costly blooms for use in the vari.
ous decorations. For this purpose orchids
have been largely in requisition, and sev-
eral exceedingly handsome displays have
been effected, particularly as regards din-
ner table decorations. Costly orchid blooms
have been interspersed among the green
foliage of Adiantum Farleyense, plants
of the latter having been taken from the
pots, thus assisting the fronds to retain
their original freshness and beauty. One
of the most elaborate decorations of this
nature was that carried out for the Brad-
ley-Martin dinner last week. A large table,
set for 33 covers, was decorated with 500 cat-
tleya blooms, a,200 dendrobium blooms,
and 200 spikes of Lfelia anceps; these were
laid on a foundation of Adiantum Farley-
ense. In the center was a raised mound of
cattleyas, working down from which was
a bed of Farleyense. covered with cattleya
blooms. Corner mounds were made with
Dendrobiums nobileand Wardianum,with
sprays of Lfelia anceps tracetuUy laid
around. Another feature of the table was
the designs of the same flowers worked out
on each corner.
Such decorations, though in keeping with
the wealth and status of the society people
desiring them, have been the subject of
some adverse criticism, largely uncalled
for, by several conservative social econo-
mists, both lay and clerical, who denounce
this so-called extravagance, in view of the
prevailing hard times. They even go the
length of saying that only two or three in-
dustries are beneficiaries by this cxpendi
ture of money, one of which is the florist,
and that he already has sufficient fortune ;
in fact, that he needs no augmentation
thereof, being, if not now on the way, soon
to become a millioDaire.
Every one possessing wealth is, so far as
we know, entitled to dispose of it as it
seemeth unto him meet, and there is no law
which forbids a man, by honest means, to
add to the wealth which is already his. The
prevalent hard times arise from a lack of
work, and as a corollary, an insufficiency of
money among the working classes, while,
on the other hand, good times come from
conditions the reverse of those just men-
tioned. To distribute money among the de-
serving poor, as the aforenamed critics ad-
vocate, is a laudable action ; to scatter it in-
discriminately among those who are suffer-
ing, many through indolence, can only tend
to propagate that defect. But to provide
work, whereby money may be earned, is the
worthiest action of all, and one that will be
appreciated more than charity by every
honest, self-respecting artisan. And this
latter condition is just what such disburse-
ments as those now being criticized lead
up to.
So far as concerns the florist, the indus-
tries are numerous that will (or should)
share both directly and indirectly in any
benefit he may reap from such. We have
not yet heard of any florist retiring with a
fortune, his is a trade where wealth is diffi-
cult to hoard ; and we only know of one
millionaire in the business ; but his millions
were made before he entered it.
There is an old saw that money " was
made round to go 'round ;" and the more
of it that circulates and the greater the
bulk that revolves the better will be the
times. So let it whirl, say we.
Free Seed Destribution.
We print in the "Seed Report," in thia
issue, some very interesting correspondence
had between Secretary of Agriculture Hon,
J, Sterling Morton and W, Atlee Burpee,
Beedsman, Philadelphia,
We apprehend there ie no question as to
the fact that the free distribution of seeds
by the United States Government is a di-
rect violation of the principles of the Amer-
ican doctrine of protection, the principal
object of which is the protection and devel-
opment of infant and deserving industries.
The seed-growing industry in this country
is as yet in its swaddling clothes, so to
speak. It is a healthy, honest and honor-
able business. The labor employed in the
industry Is necessarily fairly intelligent, and
should receive so-called American wages.
It may be said that hereafter, with a
prohibitive tariff on seeds, those distrib-
uted by the Government will necessarily
be grown on our own soil, and that our
growers will have the benefit and profit of
a home market. This might be an argu-
ment, it the seeds were purchased directly
of the growers or wholesale dealers at mar-
ket prices, but when the contract is given
to the lowest bidders it leaves the growers
at the mercy of the contractors.
The fact is the free seed distributed
demoralizes the seed and plant business and
hurts everybody connected with it. As
an evidence of how the seed trade is af-
fected, it may be stated that the Govern-
ment eats into its very vitals by distribut-
ing those seeds which during times such
as the present form the stand-by of the
business— viz,, those from which culinary
products are obtained. Vegetable seeds
form the bulks sent out by Government,
During hard times luxuries are dispensed
with, and only bare necessaries are pur-
chased. Flower seeds are considered lux-
uries, and in times like these are not in
request, and the seedsman must look to
a trade being done in vegetable or farm
seeds to enable him to carry on his busi-
ness; and here the Government steps in and
frustrates him in the attempt.
The American farmer or gardener is not
a pauper. He would be abundantly able
to buy what seeds he wants if he were
barely compensated for his products.
At this time thousands of planters are
holding off, waiting to see what seeds they
will get from Washington before placing
their order with their florist or seedsman.
In fact, we are not sure but that there
is more harm done to the seed trade in this
way than from the actual competition from
the seed distribution. It is a fact, that
last year many country people made up a
list of the seeds they required and sent
it to their Congressman, and when they re-
ceived the illy-assorted packets, it was too
late to purchase and plant many of the
vegetables, etc, actually needed in the
family garden.
The only good thing, if it is a good thing,
accomplished by the seed distribution, is
the possible capture of votes by Congress-
men from country districts. The bad re-
sults are the demoralization of a legitimate
infant home industry, the degradation of
one of the best forms of American labor
and the catering of a large class of other-
wise independent citizens to one of the
worst forms of paternalism— the assump-
tion of pauperism and the practical forcing
of alms upon those who neither need nor
desire them. What farmers, florists, gar-
deners and fruit growers want are novel-
ties, advice and the assistance of the gov-
ernment in developing profitable markets
for their surplus products.
New York.
Cinb News.
The meeting of the club on Mon-
day evening last failed to draw more
than a quorum. In the absence of Presi-
dent Henshaw, through sickness, the chair
was occupied by Vice-President William
Plumb. N. Butterbach, Oceanic, N. J., was
elected to membership.
It was announced that the competition
for the Plumb cup had been postponed till
the March meeting, by which time it is
hoped the Committee of Judges now ap-
pointed will have framed a set of rules
and regulations governing the competition.
The Board of Trustees appointed the fol-
lowing gentlemen to take this matter in
charge: M&Bsrs. Donlon, Hafner and Stew-
The following were appointed members
of the Essay and Publication Committee
for the ensuing year: Messrs, Withers, Es-
ter and McCrowe,
Mr, Plumb spoke feelingly of the loss the
club had sustained through the death of
William Elliott, and the secretary was in-
structed to send a letter of condolence to
the bereaved family, Mr, Cottam also said
a few words eulogistic of the deceased. "He
was one of nature's noblemen, and his ac-
tions all through his life proved it. He
was in every sense of the word a man,"
Treasurer Weathered read his report,
which showed that there was a balance of
$812 at the clubs credit,
W, A. Manda had on exhibition plants
of his new golden-leaved salvia in vari-
ous stages; one, a seeding, showing that
the coloration was fixed. He also showed
a variegated canna, identical with conna
John White. Hugh Graham, Philadelphia,
had blooms of new carnation, Victor, which
were very favorably commented upon. The
committee appointed to examine these ex-
hibits considered them meritorious, and
recommended that the regular Exhibition
Committee of the club follow them up.
An invitation to th© dinner of the Boston
Gardeners and Florists' Club, to be held
Thursday, Feb. 11, was read by the secre-
tary, after which the meeting adjourned.
On Tuesday night H, A, Siebrecht lec-
tured before the Torrey Botancial Club on
"Orchids," dealing chiefly with their collec-
tion and transportation. The lecturer hu-
morously remarked: "There are two ways
of collecting orchids; one is to go in search
of them in their native habitat, the other
is to collect them by the aid of dollars."
After enumerating the achievements of cer-
tain collectors, who were specified by name,
Mr, Siebrecht narrated some of his own ex-
periences in the haunts of the orchids. The
superb display of stereopticon portraits of
orchids and views of houses shown by Cor-
nelius Van Brunt were marvels of coloring
and added materially to the interest of the
The spring auction business will begin
about March 1 ne.xt. Cleary & Co, will
open on that date at No. 60 Vesey street,
and R. M. Gardner has secured very com-
modious premises at No. 119 Fulton street,
between Church and Greenwich, and will
open about the same time. The auction
branch of the business of William Elliott
& Sons will, as previously announced, be
continue.! at the old stand. No, 54 Dey
street, by William J. Elliott.
Wlioles.-ile Market.
The much talked of balls and decorations
during the week so far have tailed to im-
prove the market. In fact, their existence has
been scarcely felt, despite the reports of the
daily press to the contrary, which, as usual,
have grossly overrated the whole affair. Busi-
ness generally this week UD to Thursday
shows no improvement over the report in our
last issiue, consequently quotations remain
practically the same. The low grades of roses
are largely in the majority and figures are
extremely low. Frequently the Greeks contend
these flowers are not good enough for their
trade, so they leave them alone. Special and
ore freely, especi-
stock than ever
-he grower he wil
! doing well, according I
- ■ " ■ ■ the
Romans.
narcissus, tulips and
other yellows have U , . ,
52.00 as top price. Select Valley, it sold at
$20.00 per 1,000 realizes extreme figures.
Lilac is selling at three bunches for $1,00,
The demand for cattleyas is restricted.
The description of the Bradley Martin ball
vlU appea
Thii
we give the actual quantities of stock
used. The decorations were executed by J. H,
Small & Sons In their usual masterful man-
ner and in their work they used 11,000 Bride
and Bridesmaid roses: 600 Beauty, 1,700 catt-
leya blooms; 250 complete spikes of Dendro-
biums, Noblle and Wardlanum. 60 spikes of
Laelias, a quantity of lilac, Mrs, John Lalng,
Magna Charta. and Br
■ igs of asparagus; :
and 35,000 galax
ases of wild smilax,
Outside of the ball
upon each of which
or basket, the body of the
same being made of galax leaves, and in the
center was used, alternating, lilac, Laing,
A Warendorit was married on Thursday
night at the Harlem Casino to Miss Sophie
Spellman, Tlie decorations were very elabor-
ate one of the prevailing features being a
very liberal use of lily of the valley,
Cromwell, Conn.
Of 50,000 manetti stocks to be budded this
season,' 13,000 are already worked. Varie-
ties which did so well last year and which
will be treated in the same manner now are
Kaiserin, Hoste, Bride, Bridesmaid, Belle
Siebrecht, Meteor, Beauty and Morgan.
In addition A. N. Pierson will grow Car-
not, which promises so much. At time of
my visit a batch of Kaiserin that had
been in the frame three weeks were ready
to harden off. A batch of Bride even bet-
ter, having been in but fourteen days. The
bed is made in the center of a house, a full
span frames made airtight, containing
twelve sash, each holding 1,000 2-inch pots.
As this is arranged, by the time the frame
is filled the plants first set in are ready to
be taken out. When plants are first taken
out shading is necessary, although the
growth is vigorous. It is claimed that
plants raised by this method are hardier
-and can stand more abuse, but the idea of
producing 3-inch stocks to sell at $25 a
thousand is erroneous, as the amount of
labor and t^are required is much more
than if produced by the ordinary method.
It is noticed that varieties of slower growth
suffer the least, in any case the percentage
of loss is nominal. One objection is made
to the suckers thrown up by the stock
after planting out; for some time it is
necessary to remove these, but eventually
the plant outgrows the habit. As the
manetti quickly esblblishes itself when
potted but little time is necessary for the
purpose of preparation. White string is
used for tying. It is found to loosen nicely
by the time the graft has united with the
stalk. Still, raffia may be even more de-
sirable. The solid bed system already noted
in tho Exchange will be .adopted entirely
next season. Superb stock is being cut. of
Carnot especially. W. M.
Feb. 13, 1897.
The F=i-orists' Exchange.
149
Boston.
Market Notes.
The general tone of the flower busi-
ness this week is an improvement of the
past few weeks, and without any great rush
in any quarter, there is still a very fair
business being done at all the retail stores.
It is hoped the improvement may continue.
In the market stock moves a little more
re.iclily, though prices continue low. There
is yet nearly a month before Lent, and we
should all like to see a good, hustling busi-
ness during that time.
Mortlcnltnral Society.
The prize e.\hibition of the Massa-
chusetts Horticultural Society on Saturday
was not exceptionally large, but was re-
markable tor the e.xtra quality of the ex-
hibits. Two collections of orchids com-
peted tor prizes, and other fine and inter-
esting specimens were tabled for inspection.
The prizes for the collections called for not
less than twenty bot;ies of named epecies,
and the exhibitors were Mr. E. V. R. Thay-
er (E. O. Orpet, gdr.) and Mr. John L.
Gardner William Thatcher, gdr.), who re-
ceived first and second prizes respectively.
.Mrs. J. C. Whitin (W. McAllister, gdr.)
showed two magnificent specimens of Den-
drobium nobile. George McWilliam, gar-
dener to Mr. George M. Whitin, received
honorable mention for seedling cypri-
pediums and first class certificate of merit
for seedling cypripediums. J. E. Rothwell
also showed some fine seedling and other
cypripediums. On carnations, William
Nicholson had the entire field, with no com-
petition, and received first prize on a fine
^display, comprising Daybreak, Mangold.
Scott, Edith Foster, Delia Fox, Freedoim,
Hector, Eldorado, Thomas Cartledge and
Nicholson. Alexander McKay, gardener to
David Nevins, carried off the honors, as
usual, on violets, with a collection of su-
perb flowers, including Farquhar, Mar.e
Louise, Swanley White, Lady Campbell.
Czar and California. James Comley male a
line diisplay of cacnellias, named varieties,
and received first and second prizes. He
also made a fine display of cut flowers,
among which were noted some extra fine
California violets, lilac, Stenocarpus, Cun-
ninghamli, Polygala Cordifolia and Coe-
logyne Cristata. A. Roper showed two
vases of seedling carnations, E. Sheppard
and Roper's seedling, receiving a compli-
mentary notice on the latter. Other ex-
hibits included Bride and Bridesmaid roses
from Joseph J. Comley, freesia from Bus-
sey Institution (Charles J. Dawson, gdr.).
Acacia pubescene from John L. Bird and
cut flowers from Mrs. E. M. Gill.
One of the most interesting features of
the show, and one well worthy of mention
was an exhibit by M. H. Walsh, of Wood's
Holl, of a dozen specimens of his new
seedling hardy white rose, Lillian Nordica.
Mr. Walsh received a first class certificate
of merit from the society for this rose last
summer, and the flowers which he showed
last Saturday were from plants which were
dug upon Dec. 10 and forced under not the
most favorable circumstances. However,
they presented the characteristics of the
variety to a marked degree, with their long
straight stems, rich dark green foliage close
up to the flower, which is endowed with
remarkable fragrance. This seedling, which
is pure white, is from Margaret Dickson,
by Mme. Hoste, and is a free bloomer.
Jottings.
A vase of Burton's white seedling car-
nation was sent on from Philadelphia last
week and exhibited at the flower market.
It showed up in good shape,
M. C. Fatten ' '
his retail business.
Dan McRorie came on from New Jersey
last Saturday to see the orchid show and
incidentally to book orders for his con-
cern.
Sammy Burns of New York, represent-
ing Weathereds Sons, was in town the first
of the week. A number of years ago he
made occasional trips to this section, and
evidently enjoyed renewing old acquain-
tances. His son, Charles E. Burns, is
temporarily located here in the interest of
the Roberts' Safety Water Tube Boiler Co.
of New York.
Martin Renkauf has been in this city
this week looking up trade for H. Bayers-
dorfer & Co. of Philadelphia.
W. A. Ingram was in town Tuesday
and reports a very good business in Man-
chester. N. H.. where he is now located.
Walter Mott has been looking up busi-
Lowell has sold
Philadelphia.
thii
veek.
vn Marlboro
Roberi
ing more
Mteks & Samtman are now busy
propagating Delia Fox carnation forepring
delivery. This variety continues to do very
well with this flrm. At the time of my
visit, ten days ago, the plants were in per-
fect health, full of graud flowers, with
stems three feet long, and showing strong
growth. The batch of cuttings now in the
sand is a vigorous, healthy lot. The roses
of this firm, while now off crop, show per-
fect health and good promibe. The lull
span Beauty house, built last spring, has
given every satisfaction. Every shoot has
flowered. The hou^e has ample head room,
the pitch of the root being very sharp.
John Bdi£T0N haseight houses of Beauty
this season, and thus at all times has had
a plentiful supply. All these promise
well, showing perfect health. American
Belle is still doing well here, and is as pro-
ductive as Beauty, while the flowers are
more salable, being of a more delicate
shade. Meteor continues to pay well, and
is largely grown. All roses look promis-
ing. Cusin is still grown and pays well
tor a shipping rose. The new white carna-
tion is in tine shape ; this Is undoubtedly a
grand acquisition, bnt will be given
another year's trial before being put out.
Edwin Lonsdale
American Beauty this season, am
his houses were planted late, they look
promising. The familiar sight of largt
arecas is no more, the recent demand
having used all available stock. Orchids
are grown as successfully as ever, tbert
being a nice lot of Cattleya Trial ae now
coming on. Carnations are but sllmlj
repres-nted this year, and will bo dropped
another teason.
Market Notes.
The scarcity of flowers of the past
few weeks is at an end. All kinds are^now
in plentiful supply; in fact, in some things
almost a glut is noticed. Beauty roses are
in good supply and are now selling at from
$3 to $7.50 per dozen, but only a few extra
ure. Of other roses Bride and Bridesmaid
are selling best at from $6 to $S, while a
few extra good flowers sell at $10. Meteor
has been moving slowly. All kinds of bulb-
ous stock are very plentiful. Valley has
dropped in price, $3 to $4 is being asked, but
most of this stock 1,3 sold at $3. Violets
are almost a glut; 75 cents to $1 is ob-
tained for extra good flowers, but it is
very difficult to get these prices, there being
so much stock on the street. Von Sion Nar-
cissus is plentiful and sells at from $3 to
$4. Much of the stock has been used for
window decoration, thus making sales gojd.
Carnations are in supply, and no steady
price prevails except for extra good stock.
Protective Association.
A meeting was held last week at Hor-
ticultural Hall with the view of establish-
ing a protective association. A committee
ited
the
of similar association
plan to be submitted to a mee
held on Friday, Feb. 19. The co
has held several meetings. It has
inent lawyer engaged and expects
Drkii
prepare
sub-
ilti
I Society.
The meeting on Tuesday next will be
a very intereating one. Joseph Meehan will
read a paper on "Herbaceous Plants." Mr.
Thilow, of HenryA. Dreer, will explain the
various plans submitted in the contest for
the Ridgway prize. Mr. Ridgway, of Lum-
berton, N. J., offered a prize of $10 for a
flower bed design suitable for his place.
Some flfty designs were sent in from all
parts of the country. The prize was
awarded to Hans Hansen, of .\ltoona. So
second and third prize was given of $7'60
and $5. respectively. At this meeting the
lew and explanations
the unsuccessful one
made sho
failed to scor
Flori.sfs' Club.
A very enjoyable evening was spent on
Tuesday last, it being the first smoker given
in the new club room. X splendid pro-
gramme had been provided, which gave
every satisfaction. Many members of other
club,3 were present from Baltimore and New
York. The attendance was large. No doubt
these gatherings will be made a special
feature in tlie future. The room was suit-
ably decorated for the occasion, and several
vases of new carnations were on exhibition.
Hii: & Cc
Flora Hi
iton, N. J
aleij and Lud.v
Index to Advertisements.
Seawaohaka (
GreeneOoFloralNuFB I
NatloualPlantCo... 1
Neff LI 1
NicolJ 1
Storrs & Harrison Co I
BergerH H & Co.
Betacber Bros ...
Black Cbas
Morris Floral Co. .
MversD V
N»lioi,aI Plant Co.
Everitt 4 Ineall..
Felthouseu J E..
Oaskill G W. . ..
Search W H.
Seawanbaka Onb
SmltbC E
Alien J K.
Klo
Bassett
Dale H
Dumont&Co
Washburn lfi6
Ellis t Pollwortb ... 167
Flla'aldiHammoLd. 166
rieckpnsteln Uhaa G 167
Ford Bros . lf.G
Guutbur W H 166
Hart laichaelA .... If 6
HA \f.f,
Toosten 0 1
1 J F
acAUlBter F E Co. 137
Ouwerkerk F 154
PlersonF ROo. ... 137
Pltcber& Mauda.... l:i7
Rowohl&Granz loS
BolkeriuB* Sons.. 160
Scbmitz TWO 138
Storrs & Harrison Co 166
Vaugban's SeedStore 13»
Uuaiocaa Oarila
Hill E Q & Co..
Blanc A 4 Co.
[ Boddlngtoi
Cottage Oardene 150
HaiisBenCo 146
Seawanbaka Gnhs.. 163
ShellroadG'botiBcOoieO
S orrs h Harrison Co 165
Vaughan'B Seed Store 1.37
White Jno 160
Car
>.tl1
Cloud EJ 160
OonovnM 151
Cottage Gardens 1 60
DaleH 151
Donier V h Sons Co . U6
ElseleC IfiO
EmmansGeo M.... 143
Everitt& In«all ... 145
Foster LH 155
Garrett & Rose 153
Grallert * Co. ... 151
Hackett John 146
Hancocks Son 150
Harrison John 151
Herr AM 161
Hess 0 16U
Hopp & Lemke
Horan Jas i
Rnapper i
161
Honey Bros
Search WH
Shelmlre W R
Smith N h Son
Smith Geo
Summit Gardens . . .
Swayne Wm
Taylor E J ...
Weber H k Sons . ..
Wood Bros
Ghryaanlheniui
Beckert T F
BergerH H&Co ...
Betacber Broe
Breitmeyer J & Son.
Cottaae Gardens . . .
ElseleC
Fisi-ber k Fkaa . . .
rtarpHlt A UoBe - . .
HMkelt,Iobu
Cluoasi Boddingiou U4 |
Cook AT - -
Croom J F & Bro. . . ,
EUisft Pollwori'h.'!!
Everitt & Insall
Faust HGl: Co
liardlner J ft Co.
Gulf Coast Nursery.
167
cott Bros Co. 156
McKellar Chas W...
MUlangF
Mullen Geo
N Y Out Flower Co.
Pennook Samuel 6
Purdy * Blauvelt...
ReldEdw
Reinberg Bros
Rouers ParkFlOo...
Sheridan W F
Sutherland Q A
Traendly 4 Schenck
Welch Bros
Wors C. W
Toung John
BeawanbakaGrha.. .
Rowebl & Grau
BriigueL B
Co.liusTbos
Ellio t Wm H
Higblauds Nursery . ,
Baker Chas F
Becker Fred C...
Berckmana P J...
BergerH H & Oo.
DreorH'yA . ...
EiieleJO
Ellzabetb Nurs Co
Foster L H
Scott Jno. ...
Seawanbaka G't
Seldewllz E A...
Weaton H 160
Eitmrr Plaiitii
BobbinkLC 154
Dreer H. A 166
Eisele J G 164
Greene Co Floral
Nurs 143
Natl Plant Co 143
Ouwerkerk P 164
SohuUbels A 161
Storrs&HarrisonCo. 166
Bichange
SchupbeltR. H .... H6
SbellroadG'houseCo 160
Exiiili lion
International Hort.. 160
WiiterstaitterR 145
Fcrlillzera
Potari John J Oo 168
Vaugban's .Seed Store 137
Vrxi-ttrvt
FeltbouBen J E 143
Flower Pots. ilr.
Ernest WH 16S
HeWB A H&Oo 168
HiinngerBroi \bl
Keller Bros IBS
McCarthy N. F. » Co. 167
163 Nixon Ed 145
1.^3 Rolkor ft Sons AnK. 167
Black Chas 164
HarrlBon'sNurseries 164
Hubbard TS Co.... 164
Storrs ftHarrlsonOo 156
Healing nntbousen J E 143
National Plant Co.. 14 J
LoulBTllleTob'oo Co 161
Stoothotr HA.. 139. U2,
144, l;"i4, 167, 168
DaleH
Davis ft Soi
Doyle J A
JackBon & Perkins
Co 143,
Joosten CH
Moore Frank 1-
Murpbey R H
National Plant Co...
Ouwerkerk P
berg Bros
Roebn
Storrs ft HarrlaonCo 166
Strauss 0 & Co 140
Vincent R Jr ft Sons 146
WoodBroB 140
Lockland Lumber Co 158
Banning Frank . ... 138
Beaulieu H 139
BergerH H 4 Co.... 13*
Black Obaa 138
Burpee W A ft CO... 138
Clucasik Boddington 144
Elliott Wm ft Sous 138
Faust H G & Co.... 138
Gardiner John ft Co. 138
Hariison'sNUTseries 154
Jacksou & PerkinsDo 144
JeuuingB E B 146
Joosten O H 139
Keeler J G 138
McAllister FE Co.. . 137
Pitcher ft Manda.... 1S7
Rolker Aug ft Sods. . 160
Schiller J L 138
ScbupbeltRH 146
Semple Jas 138
Soltau 0 ft Co 146
Tillingbast. IF 133
Vaugban's SeedStore 137
Weeber& Don 138
BallerFA
berckmansPJ. ..
BergerH H ftOo.
p & Sons 145 ElUs
Bobbli
Elizabeth Nurs Co... 151
JackBon ft PerkinsCo 14:
Ouwerkerk P. . 16
Storrs ftHarrlson Co. 16,
Smilai PlanlK.
Bailer, F. A 141
Boerner Fred 161
Stocks
SoltanO ft Co
Search Wm H '
Supplies and
Reer 11 OO, by express-
Lady Campbell Violets.'^.reTeoTs:
per 100 by mail : $4.00 per 1000. hy express.
Wm. H. Search, Avondale, Chester Co., Pa.
Valuable Paper.
Am well satisfied with reeults obtainfd frrm «
HR your valuable paper. JOHN A. DOYLE
SpringllBid, Ohio. July 3". 1899.
SEEDLING CARNATIONS for 1897.
n A DT VIUR Varlenated VVhileand Pink, an early and continuous bloomer, very fragrant and aBOOd
WHrli IVinUa shipper, stems extra long and stltr, an ejceediUKly attractive and profitable varietj
inCCIIIJ ICCCCDCnil Deep Pink, very large and showy flowers, on long, stiff stems,
JUSCrn JCrrCnoUlli colurresembliijgTbos,Cartledge, much larger aower
Sesd For Wholesale List of New aod Standard Carnations, Stock Sticng and Health;, NO RUST.
C. J. PENNOCK, The Pines, KENNETT SQUARE, PA.
WHBH WRrrma mention the florists- cxchangc
BATH'S CARNATIONS
The following selection of Winter Flowering Carnations contains all the new-
est and most profitable market varieties j et introducetl, they are all exceptionally
vigorous, the flowers are large, with perfect calyx, and most profuse bloomers.
full
; 40s. per 100.
ell for
nilVr nC VnPlf Flowers very large and
UUhL Ur lUnn. run, on long stiff stems,
color ^ery rich velvety
scarlet crimson, clove perfumed. The plant is
exceptionally vigorous, CertittcateU K, H, S ,
London, 4s, per doz.; 308. per 100.
(loubtedly the finest
vation. Certificated K. H. S., London. 4s. 1
doz.; 30s. per 100.
PRIMROSE DAY. S:;^n?eTf,',tT.ti'uTeo^"^
flowers are the largest of
any in the winter blooming section; the color
UCUDV PIRnnUC Flowers large and full, i^3 a full deep yellow. It is^of exceptional vigor
HtNHY blDbUNO. very bright claretcrim:?°lr.>;y
CARNATIONS
YOU RUN NO RISK.
If the cullinitn are nol xatisfnclory jou
Unlimfted quantities and reasonable prices.
Send me a list of what you want.
Varieties. — McGowan, Alaska, Daybreak,
Scott, Portia, Buttercnr, Keller, and lago.
Triumph, Abundance, Delia Fox, Jubilee,
Sport, Eldorado and Cartledge.
ALBERT M.HE^R, LB. 496. Lancaster, Pa.
•y bright
free bloomer, and of vigorous «
Bs. per doz.; 459. per 100.
nd very
LEONIDAS. ^r
deep yellow.
y free bloomer. Certificated K. H. S.
London. 7j. per doz.: 47s. 6d. per 100.
WILLIAM ROBINSON. l^^^^T^^
formed flowers
flc,
7s. fid. per doz,; 55s. pe:
1 plants from 3)4 in. pots. Pacliing free, and freight paid
Casta witta Order, or Satisfactory Reference.
R. H. BATH,
THE FLORAL
FARMS,
I wRrriHo mention the florists- exchange
WISBECH, ENG.
Harrison's
White.
m
COME AND SEE
JOHN HARRISON,
739 Bergen iyB.,Av''e'"[™e;,''.1i',
JEHSEY CITV, N. J.
Tnlie Bnyonne or Grernvllli
Cnrlrom PenunylTaDi" B.K,
Ferryiselon al BidwrllATe,
NOW READY
50,000 Healthy, Well Rooted
■'»-- Carnation Cuttings
Of tlie PoliowinE Varietiea:
William Scott, Lizzie McGowan, Tidal
Wave, Portia, at SI 50 per 100, $10.00 per
, Dalz Albertini, Alaska, Lizzie
)li]nonr, and Jacqueminot, at
«2,00 per 100, .«15.00 per 1000.
The Rose Queer: at »2.60 per 100, or
James Horan S Son, Bridgeport, Conn.
ROOTED CUTTINGS.
CARNATIONS
Per 100 Per 100
Wm Scott $i.oo $10 o<
Lizzie McGowan .... i oo lo.oi
Daybreak 1.50 12.51
Storm King 1.50 12.51
Portia 1. 10 10.01
T. Wave i 10 1001
Mrs. Fisher 1.25 11 01
Meteor i 50 12.51
Eldorado 2.00
Alaska 1.50 12.51
Anna Webb i 50 12.51
EDW. J. TAYLOR,
Cash or Referenc
: FLORIST'S EXCMANC*
95,000 CARNATIONS
ROOTED
CUTTINGS
Brideof Erlescourt, HoseQucen.SilverSpray,
$1.60 per 100; Meteor, Storm King, $2.00 pi r
100; William Scott, Daybreak, Lizzie McGowmi
J3.00 per 100; Hinze's White, $1.00 per It":
Portia, $1.'>0 per 100: Delia Fox, Ivory White.
$3.00 per 100. 20,000 Rooted Boge CuttlDfiil.
hest varieties. Send for names and i>rice..
15.00O White Mammoth Terbenaa. $2.00 p. r
100. 15.000 Mixed Collection TerhenHx, $3.1 li
per 100. 20,000 White Self- brHnrhin);
Asters, $1.50 per 100, SOOOChrysanlhenninix.
30 varieties from $3 .10 to $5 per irO. 20,000
Lettuce Plants. .Wc. per 100. Ready now.
ROOTED CUTTINCS.
20 000 Double While Violet » »S per 100; 20,000 Double
- ■ ■ Vlolet!i.»5.00 per 100; 25.000 SlnBleCalllnrnlii
M. OOMOVU,"'ir;:i:s!.r..';'."" Newtown, Pe.
Famous Carnation Dolla Fox
Sliouici be sro'wu by everybody. The pBBt season must have tantiht > D
growers ihut the high-wrr de Caruatinns are the only o es that were profltflMe.
and Delia Fox stands above them all for size, color and stoms. Hooted cuttlDgs
now ready. IVXTEKS & 9ANXAIAN, WyiKlmoor, Chestunt Hill, Fhlla.
152
SITUATIONS WANTED.
The F=iL-ORiSTS' Exchmnge.
Rate, 10 cents per line (8 wurds). e«
.rt.ion. Caah with order. This rate applU
wanted advertlBements and wl
:hout display. When letter
add 10 cents te cover expense of forwarding.
SITUATION
grower, bes
Bxcbanee.
riAKDBNER. G<
*J branches, 25 j
Y. Florists' Excha
gITUA
1 H. T., 36, Newark, N.
place preferred. Ad-
CITUATION
aKe 41), married.
flowering, bedding and
SITUATION wanted .
>-> Ist, 30 years otaiie, married. 15 ye
in United States ana Europe. Understands how tu
crow cut flowers and tieoeral stock, can show flrst-
class references. Address, stating waes, to C.B.B.,
American Hotel, iU Kdflt23d 8t., New \ork, N. \.
EXPKBT florist I
ecullTeaDllity, posted
merclal place, and general 1
HELP WANTED.
-WANTED.
A good man to work about 7U00 feet gli
shares. For pai ticulars addrees
Florist 3. Florists' Excliange.
-WANTED.
An experienced active plant clerk,
with good appearance ; must be conver-
sant witli shinping, and a hustler with
men. Address
plantsman, care Florists' Exchange.
WANTED.
A competent person with sinall capital to
start hothouse business in country town, 20
miles from city. An excellent chance for
permanent business to a steady, practical
party. Apply by letter only, to
S. W. A., Florists* Exchange.
GREENHOUSES and LAND.
For Sale
18xl50
13x150
16x 60
F/res.
Batonne, N. J.— a blaze oceurred in
the establishment of F. Crane, on Janu
ary 28, destroying the gretnhouses and
other buildings. It originated in the fur
nace room, where a big Are was being
maintained to keep the greenhouses at the
proper temperature, Mrs. Crane was
burned slightly about the head and hands
while re.ecuiug the family cow from the
blazing shed. Owing to the heavy fall of
pnow the local volunteer Are department
was delayed In getting to the fire. Hun
dreds of plants which escaped a scorching
were killed hy the deluge of icy water.
Mr. Crane estimates his loss at J5000. He
had Inadvertently permitted the insurance
to lapse.
FOR SALE CHEAP.
-a (rood second-hand 3 and 4 inch pipe
FOR SAI.E.
40,000 FLOWER POTS, 2 inch, good as
ew, $2.00 per lOllO.
V.O. NIXON, Cbnttnnooga, Tenn.
GREENHOUSES and LAND.
FOR SALE.
of ill health. Onlv preenhou'ses in city of ! NO R\JST OR TUVILDEinZ*
J. L. DILLON, Bloomsburg, Pa.
PANSIES! PANSIES!!
Beiug the largest grower of Pansies in Europe, r can offer carefully selected seed of my
choice strains at a very moderate rate. The quality is quite equal if not superior to that of any
other Euiopean house.
R ATH'fi EMPRESS. ^y ^^^ ^*^'"^'" °^ ^Ancy Pansies, comprising the
DM I n O KITII-nCOOi maguitlcent varieties specially selected for the
Queen, the flowers are large, of good substance, and the colors very bright and varied.
sealed packi-ts, 6s ,
; (retail, la.,
BATH'S FANCY EXHIBITION PANSY. ?,-^g„S
named exhibition Bowers only. In sealed packets, 6s., 98. and loj. per doz.; {retail. Is., Is. 6d.
BATH'S IMPROVED GIANT YELLOW. ^IZT.X
stance. 43. per oz.; 60s. per lb.
LORD BEACONSFIELD.
Qiy^l^^ PURPLE. Large velvety purple. 3s.peroz.;4
I e\\U Golden yellow, sltghtl
variety. Zs. per oz.; 85s. per lb.
Cash with otder or satisfactory reference.
R H. BATH, THE FLORAL FARMS, WISBECH, ENG.
^BICCER THAN EVER«
Ttie Granil |lew M\ WMm Daisy
(Chrysanthemum frutescens giganteumj CERTIFICATED
bcs in diameter.)
2-in.Pots, 20c. Each; $1.75 Per Doz.; $12.00 Per 100.
W^ Price List of Best Varieties of Chrvsaiithcniuiiis, Hoses,
Carnations, Etc., Forwiirdetl on Application.
GARRETT & ROSE,
200 WEST SIDE AVENUE, JERSEY CITY, N. J.
154
The Florists' Exchange.
Grand Rapids, Mich.
At the last meeting of the Florists' Club
the entire evening was devoted to carna-
tions. The attendance was large, every
member being present. Many growers re-
sponded to the invitation of the secretary
George Hancock & Son of Grand Haven,
Mich., exhibited the following:
Delia Fo.x, Jubilee, Dazzle, Bridesmaid,
Armazindy. Ivanlioe, riid seedling very
large. C. A. Dana was also exhibited by
this firm, having traveled all the way from
New York, and although it had been in
storage seven days before the meeting it
was just as fresh and crisp as the day it
was cut. Mr. Hancock also had on exhibi-
tion a yellow seedling which promises to
be a very fine variety and is the nearest
to a clear golden yellow yet seen here. He
gave the Club a very interesting talk on
all the varieties, which was received with
applause.
E. G. Hill & Co., Richmond, Ind., exhib-
ited their new white, Flora Hill; there
were fifty blooms which were remarkable
for their size. This is a perfect flower,
having good calyx, good stiff stem, and is
claimed by the introducer to be the most
proliflc carnation grown.
F. Dorner Sons & Co., Lafayette, Ind.,
exhibited a pink variety, Mrs. C. H. Duhme.
This is a very fine, large flower and the
color is all that is desired in a pink; good
stem and very fragrant. They also sent
Mrs. George M. Bradt, which, as a varie-
gated carnation, seems to be the finest
striped thus far introduced. It is a large
flower, having a good stem and was ad-
mired by all present.
Hoppe & Lemke, Bast Grand Rapids, had
fifty blooms of their new scarlet Morello;
the flowers were very large, and this be-
ing a Grand Rapids variety, of course,
we think it the best scarlet in carnations.
Breitmeyer & Son, Detroit, Mich., exhib-
ited their new yellow Mayor Pingree.
Crabb & Hunter of Grand Rapids, had
several varieties of red, pink and variegat-
ed, being flrst year seedlings; they were
very good and promise excellent results.
Mr. Crabb read a paper on new carnations,
naming the varieties which he thought best
adapted for Grand Rapids growers. His
paper brought out an extensive discussion,
which was very profitable and interesting.
Henry Smith and the Grand Rapids
Floral Company had a good display of Rose
Queen, Bridesmaids, Scott and other varie-
All the exhibits were fine and the Flor-
ists' Club took it as a compliment that
florists from other cities went to the
trouble and expense of sending their pro-
ductions to the meeting.
J-ames Hancock tendered the club an in-
vitation, which v/as accepted, and the club
will hold its first meeting in March at
Grand Haven.
The Stover Floral Company have traded
their city place for six acres of land, and
15.000 feet of glass at Grandville, Mich.,
and will take possession on or about July
1. They expect to do a wholesale business,
principally in carnations, violets, and
chrysanthemums.
The next meeting of the club will be a
violet meeting. WENCIL, CUCIERSKI.
The annual banquet of the club was held
in the Eagle Hotel Jan. 26. There were
sixty guests present and the affair was one
of the happiest ever enjoyed by the club.
The table decorations were, of course, all
that good taste and a profusion of the
choicest of flowers could make them.
Charles W. Garfield was toastmaster and
performed the duties in his happiest man-
ner. Henry Smith, the president of the
club, responded to "Catching the Train,"
William Cunningham to "Benefits of Play-
ing Ball," George F. Crabb. "It Never
Rains But it Pours;" Wencil Cucierski,
"The City Parks as an Educator of the
People;" Henry Van Velden, "How to Boss
the Boys;" James Schlos, "Night Firing;"
P. A. Chapman, "How to Please the
Ladies;" Jean Goble, "The Fortune in
Selling Plants;" N. B. Stover, "Who Com-
pose the Florists' Club?" J. A. Creelman,
"Fun in Working All Night;" J. K. John-
ston, "How to Beat a Board Bill;" Mrs.
Sarah Smith, "Woman as a Florist;" Mrs.
Evelyn Arnold, "Pleasure in Reporting;"
Fred North, "When the North Wind Doth
Blow." Miss Lena Belle Bridgeman sang
and recited; Miss Bessie Gibbs gave two
humorous recitations; Professor Cornelius
played a piano selection, and little Gracie
Hogan, a beautiful little five-year-old mu-
latto girl, gave a series of Delsarte posings.
TUFF STUFF ON GREEN FLY
IS TOBAC-OIL.
DELAWARE COLLEGE AGRICULTURAL
EXPERIMENT STATION.
HORTIOXJI-TUIHaT AND Ek:
Di-L. Dec. 15.
K A. Pollen, MlUord, Dulaware.
Dear Sir: Tuis is to certify ihat I hi
Urue number uf treea and plants in y
•r peach yellows
1 any of the above diffl-
PEACH: PLUM TREES
FOR SPRING DELIVERY, 1897.
sale latCB. Send for Surplus Lletii.
ASPARAGUS ROOTS.
ALEXANDER PULLEN,
Hllford Nunertea. Mil FORD, DEI,.
GRAPEVINES
^'B ■ ■.*^ ■ ■■ Small FrnltB.
ifB. Extra quality. Warran-
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA.
DEPARTHENT OF AQRICULTURE.
FLOEADALE, Pa.. Oct. 17, 1896. _
the ptesence of "San Jose Scale, Rosette. Yellows, or
other injurious insects or diseases" that mipht be trans-
ferred on Nursery Stock from the nursery to the orchard
50.000 PEACH .oV.fpr'iee%^
C. L. LONGSDORF, Floradale, Pa.
IF YOU IMPORT ANY
FLORIST Oil NURSERY STOCK,
LOUIS VAN KOERT, General Agent,
295 Dorchester street. - £o. Boston, Mass.
STRAWBERRY PLANTS ™[7tL'|^
No. I plants, cheap. Golden Queen Raspberry.
extra strong, $i co per loo ; $7 oo per 1000. 5000
Moore's Early Grape. 2 year. No i,at$2 00 per 100;
$15.00 per 1000; 5000 Moore's Early, 1 year. No. i
(extra) at $1.50 per 100; $10.00 per looo. Rasp-
berry-Blackberry and other small fruits, best
quality, at low prices. For price list address
GHAS. BLACK, Hightstown, N. J.
THE MONEY MAKER.
U/ORTH $100.00 a year and more to all who cultivate Land, a Garden,
Orchard or Greenhouse ; covers, in plain language, by practical men,
the raising of Fruits, Vegetables, and Plants generall}', for table and market
purposes, and tells how to make Home Grounds attractive.
An Illustrated Weekly Journal devoted to Gardening and Fruit
Culture in the Open and under Glass, and Record
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American Gaedenino fills all wants in this direction and includes all that
is worth knowing. It shows the profits to be obtained from
Fruits, Vegetables and Plants
By Intensive Cultivation
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The man who tills the soil for a living must now look to the close and
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ground — /^-tensive cultivation as against ^.i-teusive cultivation.
AMERICAN GARDENING is the only paper published
which is exclusively devoted to Intensive Cultivation.
Read Our Unsurpassed Offer:
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NOTE-We wlU alio
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AT ALL PRIOBX.
S| College Poini, L.
LARGEST STOCK OF
Peach Trees
R. S. JOHNSTON, Box 50, Stockley, Del.
DEUTZIA GRACILIS.
Cyperns Alternlfolius <
21^-in. pots, S3. 00 per lOU.
Cash with order.
CEA
NCITY
strawberry
I Finest flavor;__.
I Bear enormously. Donald's
f Elmira Asparagus Roots; a
T new prodaction of rare merit.
^Oreensboro Peacb, Japan
_ Plums, Small Fruits, Tenn.
Peach Seed. Catalogne FREE.
HABRISOfii'S KiUUSKKIES, UEULi^. AL1>.
mwm GLEiTIS.
strong Plants for Express Orders.
Also Plants, From 3 Inch Pots, Fine for Mailing.
WRITE FOR PRICES.
GEORGE BROS., - East Penfield, N. Y.
10,000 California Privet, TiSs^'U' J,?
more 1. ranches, at J1.60 per 100; $10 per 1000.
12 to 15 inches, $1 per 100, $8 per ICOO.
Double Pearl Tuberose Bulbs. ^°oei;^j%S
per lOOi $7 per 1000. No, 2—3 to 4 (rood flower-
ing bulbs, 60c. per 100; $3 per ICOO; all packed
to carry safely without extra charge.
CHAS. BLACK, HIghtstown, N. J.
FOR EASTER
FORCE FLOWERING SHRUBS:
Lilacs,
Deutzias,
Kalmias.
Staphyleas,
Snowballs,
ROSES, H.P. and others.
Tree-roses, Clematis,
Paeonias, Hydrangi^as,
Hardy Azaleas.
L. C. BOBBINK, Rutherford, N.
Branch Horticultural Co., Boskoop, Holland.
J
P. OUWERKERK,
1 1 23 Summit Ave., Jersey City, N.J.
Just received from our Holland
Nurseries :
RHODODENDRONS, AZALEAS,
SPIRCA JAPONICA, LILIUM SPECIOSUM,
P/EONIES, BLEEDING HEART,
POT GROWN LILACS, HYDRANGEA IN SORTS.
CLEMATIS and H. P. ROSES, m the be.t.orts
Feb. 13, i6q7-
The Plorists* Exchange.
155
AZALEAS FOR EASTER!
FINE SHAPELY PLANTS, WELL SET WITH BUDS.
10-12 in. crowns, $35 a 100; 12-13 in. crowns, $50 a 100; 13-15 in. crowns, $65 a 100
Q A MM AC New Giant Flowered AUSTRIA, strong, 4 in. pot plants,
*"*'"'"**^' $3.50 per doz.i 125 per 100. A large stock of the cream of the
older varieties, such as Florence Vaughan, Queen Charlotte, Eldorado, Sunbeam,
Alphonse Bouvier, Charles Henderson, Madam Crozy, President Carnot,
Admiral Avellan, Edward Mieg, etc. I>o not fail to get our prices before buyi-og
CALADIUM ESCULENTUM. g^Z'ceme's yJ •
to 10 in., I5 per 100. 6 to 7J2 in., I3 per 100. 5 to 6 in., fa per 100.
BEGONIA PURITY
A new pure white of the seniperflorens
type, very free flowering, $2 per doz
bedding sorts, .$25 per 1000.
1^ OS E Sa Strong, field-grown, in large assortment, $g per 100; f8o per 1000.
Immense stock of Fruit Trees, Nut Bearing Trees, Grape Vines, and
Small Fruits. One of the largest, if not the largest, assortment of Ornamental
Trees and Shrubs, Climbing Vines, Bulbs, Hardy Perennials, etc., in
America. And 32 greenhouses filled with what the average florist is most likely to want.
Correspondence solicited. Catalogues and trade lists free.
THE STORRS & HARRISON CO., Painesville, Ohio.
WH CW WBITIWO MEMTIOH THt fU>RISTS' CXCHAWOt
SPECIALTIES FOR THE TRADE.
Magnolia Fnscata, stocky and well
branched 12-lB $12
Olea FragranB, " '" "' ""
Oranges and Lem
grafted on Trifoliata, bushy. 1 15-18
Orangea, Otahelte, bushy 8-10
12-16 12 00
18-20 16 00
best vars., J 10-12 26 00
40 00
Marechal Niol Rosea, strong, field
grown, budded on Manetti, 3-4
feet $125.00 per 1000 IB 00
Marechal Nlel Roses, strong, 18-24
■ aches. . _$l«l.00 per 1000 12 00
•1000 T 00
Fious Elastica 10 20 00
Biota Aurea Nana 8-10 12 CO
12-15 15 00
l.atanla Borbonica, 4 in. pels,
2-3 leaves showing character. .12-14 20 00
Pandanns ntllls, 4 in. pots -12 20 00
Phcenix Canariensis, and ReoU-
nata, 3 in. pots -12 12 00
Phcenix RecUnata, Leonenslsand
Sylvestris, well formed, 4 in. pots 12-15 25 00
PhoBnljtSylvestrls.veryflncOin." 16-20 40 00
PackiDR at cost. Above rates do not apply to
less than 50 of a sort. Send for trade list. Address
P. J. BERCKMANS, Augusta, Ca.
WHrN WRrriNG MENTION THE FLORIST'S EXCHANGE
NEPHROLEPIS EXALTATA
....BOSTONIENSIS....
THE BOSTON DROOPING FERN.
Plants St $10, $16 and $20 per 100. Pot'ed now
-will make fine plants for EaBter.
The $6 to $10 per dozen size potted now will
make fine decorative plants for Easter.
Orders booked now for June 1st to August .deliv
ery, in rotation, for from $60 to $120 per lOoO; $8
to $16 per 100. Not less than 10 at ICO rate, or 260
at 1000 rate.
Rooted Cuttings Daybreak Carnations, at
$16perl00'J;$2perl00. Now ready. Order early.
L. H. FOSTER,
GALAX .ND
LEUGOTHOE
Write the INTRODUCER of
of these two most beautiful
new Decorative Greens for
samples and information.
AiUlress
HIGHLANDS NURSERY,
Kawana, N. C.
Decorative Plants
ARAUGARIAS
PALMS
PANDANUS VEITCHII
All size.s. Write for Prices.
CCDMC Assorted, from 2j< inch
r t. n IN O, pots, $3 50 per ,00.
JOHN SCOTT,
Keap street Greenhouses, ■ BROOKLYN, N. Y.
Telephone fall 1207 Wllllamsbiirgh.
46 KINS ST.
DORCHESTER, MASS.
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; HEADQUARTERS FOR |
j Palms S Decorative Plants |
X NOTICE. i
♦ Standard Koscs sold out, but another ♦
Z 2000 will arrive February 15. LIST 1
* NOW UEADY. «
I JULIUS ROEHRS, Rutherford, N. J. I
4 P.O. Carlton Hill, N. J. Z
mm
Latania Borbonica, "JJt'.?' $2.50 per 100.
100,000 Privet, IJ^c. up.
20,000 Ampelopsis, ij'i'/j ■;?.'' 5c. & 7c.
23 varieties of field grown Piilox, 6c.
2,000 Japan Maples cheap, ipp\"„°i°„.
30,000 Peach Trees, fine vars., prices low.
Shrubs. $5 per 100.
Bearing Age Fruit Trees.
Large Shade Trees.
American Arbor Vitae, 12 to 18 in. $3 per 100
THE ELIZABETH NURSERY COMPANY
ELIZABETH, N. J.
Nephrolepis Exaltata Bostoniensis.
Ill Urge and small quantities for .Spring delivery, from |40.00
to $80.00 per 1000. Mine is the genuine stock.
FRED. C. BECKER, 1730 Cambridge Street, CAMBRIDGE, MASS.
Galax Leaves.
CHAS. H. RICKSECKER, Linville, N. C.
50,000 SMI LAX. ll.'iAf^r
llOJ. iTDm 2 ill. puis. 11.60 uet lUl). IIVOO per 1000.
(ieranluinii, 2in p„n, »3 M ner ICO, »20.llO per 1000.
Ilydrauiie •, :i m.. dormant, »5.00 per 100. Send for
Sampiea. Cash with the order.
KREO. ROERNER. Cape may City, N.J.
WHEN WRmwo MENTIOW THE FtOHISTS- tXCHANO
HAVE YOUR COLLECTIONS MADE
NATIONAL FLORISTS'VorRD OF TRADE,
271 BROADWAY NEW YORK.
MRS. THEODOSIA B.
Hybridizer and Grower of Noyeltles, offers
ihe entire stock of some Grand New Be-
Eonlas. New Abutllona, and a New Dwarf
Double Faclisia. Correspondence solicited.
Ventura by the Sea, California.
3.^c, FERNS IDIINTOM CUNEITUM
2C.
PTERIS SERRULATA.
PTERIS ARGYR/EA. . .
ADIANTUM PUBESCENS.
$3.50 PER 100, CASH. cash with Order.
36 w. Le^x!^gYol V" ^^'"^^J'Sre, MO. CHAS. F. BAKER. Ulica. N. Y.
WHEN WRrriNO MENTION THE FtOBISTS- EXCWAHCt WHEN WRITlMG MENTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHANGE
STRONG AND BUSHY.
$6 per 100; 2M in. $3 per 100 ; $25 per
DREER'S SPECIAL OFFER
FOR FEBRUARY.
AZALEAS FOR EASTER
Wei
ally
ason carrying an ui
zaleasln the best varieties
and in fine condition for Easter. As these
plants can be shipped more safely when in
bud, we wish to impress the importance of
early orders. We will not be responsible
for Injuries arising from late shipment
wheo the buds are developed. 5 inch pots,
with fine bushy crowns, 10 to 13 inches in
diameter, well set with buds, $5.00 per doz.;
$40.00 per 100. 6 inch pots, fine plants, well
set, 12 to 15 inches in diameter, $9.00 per
doz.; tVO.OO per 100.
Specimen plants, $2.00, $2.50 and $3.00
TUBEROUS ROOTED
BEGONIAS.
Pioiiv is tlie time to plant for early
flowering : the Btruln is the game as has
been sent out by us for several seasons, the
best tbat can be procured.
.$2.50 per 100 ; $20.00 per 1000
Singles in separate colors as scarlet, crimson, white, yellov
Doubles in choicest mi.\ture
Doubles in separate colors asscarlet, white, rose, yellow...
G I O X I N I A S ^ ™™t select strain of the Crassitolia type in fine mixture, $4.00 per 100 ;
O U W A 1 I'll 1 n O. 130.00 per lOliO.
ARAUCARIA EXCELSA. a grand lot of plants of fine perfect form, of
excellent value, 6 inch pots, 15 to 18 inches high. 4 tiers, $1.50 each.
ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI, a really Urst-class novelty that is certrin to
become popular when better known, 2'.; inch pots, $1.25 per doz.: $8.00 per ICO.
SPECIAL GOOD VALUE IN PALMS.
! all Uiie deco
i stock suitable for i
nediate use, well grown
ARECA LUTESCENS.
KENTIA BELMOREANA.
20 inches high
KENTIA FORSTERIANA.
LATANIA BORBONICA.
1 pots, 4 to 5 leaves, 12 to 15 inches high $3 00 per doz.
5to6 •• 13tol5 " 6 00
0 " 18 " 9 00
HENRY A. DREER, '".= ■' PHILADELPHIA, PA.
156
Out • Flower • Commission • Dealers.
I J. K. ALLEN,
Wholesale Commission Dealer m
CUT FLOW^ERS,
57 W. 28tli St., New York.
Orders by mall or teleeraph promptly attended
to. Telephone Call, 382 38th St.
ROSES AND VIOLETS SPECIALTIES.
FITZGERALD & HAMMOND, |||||
with Theo. Roehrs),
Wholesal* Commission Dealers in {|||
Cut
Flowers,
115 West 30th Street, l|
Consignment
aSoliciie.i. NEW YORK. |!l
FORD BROS.
WHOLESALE FLORISTS,
111 West 30th Street,
NEW YORK.
Oonngmonta Solicited. Telepions 260 38tli St
WM. H. CUNTHER,
Wholesale Florist |
VIOLETS AND CARNATIONS A SPECIALTY.
Consipnmeats Solicited.
30 West 29th St., New York.
Telephone. 2^0-38th Street.
MICHAEL A. HART,
Wholesale & Commission Florist, |
118 W. 80th St., New York.
V Telephone Call, 1807 38th St.
All kinds of Roses. Violets and Carnations
a specialty.
ORDERS PROMPTLY ATTENDED TO.
H, A. HOFFMANN,
Wholesale Florist
54 W. 28th St., NEW YORK.
Telephone Call, 1817 ISth St.
tnerican Beauties, Carnations, Wiiite Violi
Specialties. CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED
JULIUS LANG,
Wholesale Florist
FRANK niLLANQ,
Wliolesale Commission Dealer
....in Cut Flowers....
The Plorists' Excht^nge.
Send us your name for
our Semi-Monthly Price
List.
3. XM-vrrcsix,
WlolesalG Dealer In Cut Flowers.
We are Headquarters for FINEST CARNATIONS and ROSES,
VIOLETS, VALLEY, ROMANS, SMILAX, ADIANTUM.
9-21 RANDOLPH ST., CHICAGO.
WHeN WRITIHO MtHTIOH THC fLORISTS' EXCHANOE
BASSEXX & -WTASHBURN,
Growers and Wholesale Dealers in CUT FLOWERS.
We Krow the finest of American Beauties and other Roses. Also choice
selected Valley all the year round. Carnations, Smiiaz, Adiantum, etc.,
fresh cut. Long Distance Xeleplione, Main 223.
88, 90, 92 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO, III.
WHEW WBiTIWO
, Beautj, fancy and special
Bridesmaid
Jacqueminot
K. A. Victoria
La France, extra
ordinary.
Magna Charla
Meteor
Mrs. P. Morgan .
Nlphetos, Uoste.
Papa Gontler
Perle.
Bonr. de Wootton..
UMch Bninner ..
WattevlUe
All colors, inferior grades
Pink.
* Standabd
S Vabistheb
t- ( yel. i Varie
5 •FiUOT ( White
It (Ths hlKhest } Jink
^n
Tel.iVari
r.lLiJs^, Longiflorum
LTLy OF THtt Valley
MiONONRTTv .
Nabcissus, Von Sion
Paper White .
Maw ToBx Boston peHaahklpsia Ohigaoo ST.Loais
•eb. 11 18B7, Feb. 3,1897 Feb. 10, 1887 Fob. 10, ID97. Feb. 2,1897.
I 00 to 36.00 20
12.50 to 25,0 J
to 1.00
lo 60. 0<
I to 10.00
1 60 to 2.1
2.01 to 2.1
2 CO to 1.1
1.60 to 3.00
1.60 to 3.00
1.60 to 3.00
Cut • Flower • Commission • Dealers.
For Prloea ot Fancy and Special Stock see our Correspondence Columi
Prices are tor quantities of one hundred unless otherwise noted,
rices quoted above are siven only after very careful inquiry, and while we do not
intee tlieir accuracy, tb ...--- > -■ ■■ ...
! found praotioally (
I the date mentioned.
Wholesale Growers of Cut Flowers.
. .^ . . 500,000 Feet of Glass.
We can fill all orders on short notice with all leading vaiieties of ROSES and
CARNATIONS. We are headquarters for fine AMERICAN BEAUTIES.
Give us a trial and convince yourself.
SALESROOM 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO, III.
WHEN WRITING
SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, Tl!."!!*"
S.«t. MIGNONETTE IFSS MYOSOTIS !£--
We are still headquarters for finest and best varieties of CARPiAXIONS.
I6I2-I6I4 Barker St. Bet. chestnut & Market sts. Philadelphia, Pa.
KENNICOTT BROS. GOMPiNY.
Wholesale -Cut -Flowers,
88 MTabasb Avenue,
CHICAGO, ILL.
WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY.
CHARLES W. McKELLAR,
59 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO,
lolesalsComsiissioii Florist.
All consisnments iind orders intrusted
to our care will lie -iven rn.mpt and care-
THE NEW YORK CUT FLOWER GO. Ill
119-121 West 23d Street,
112-114 West 24th Street,
Telephone 733, IStiBt., NEW YORK.
PURDY & BLAUVELT,
Commission Deaiera In
CUT FLOWERS
MAIDEHHAIB FEEH FEDNIS A SPEJIALTT.
57 WEST 30th STREET,
Bel. Croadway « 6tl, Ave. NEW YORK.
A. & F. ROLKER,
CUT FLOWERS
53 "West aSth St.
Telephone 2379 38th St. NEW YO^K.
in£. F=. SHERIDMN
Wholesale Commlttlon Dealer In •
CUT FLOWERS
39 West 3Sth St., New York.
Telephone, 2U-38th St.
PRICE LIST SENT ON APPLICATION.
PBAm H. TRAKin>I.T. Ohablbs f
TRAENDLY & SGHENCK,
Wholesale Florists,
38 W. 28th St, and CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE.
NEW YORK.
JOHN YOUNG,
Wholesale Florigt,
61 WEST 28tli ST.,
NEW YORK.
WM. J. BAKER
•Wholesale Florist
1432 So. Penn Square,
Philadelphia, Pa.
isl
DUIMONT & CO.,
WHOLESALE FLORISTS
CARNATIONS A SPECIALTY.
No. 1305 Filbert St., Philadelphia.
EDWARD REID,
Wholesale Florist,
Finest Varieties, Eoses, Carna-
tions, Violets and Chrysanthemums.
No. 40 South Sixteenth Street,
'""■°J.r.V'nh°"!^iioNE. Philadelphia.
Feb. 13, 1897
The F^lorists' Exc
HT^NGl
157
WHOLESALE FLORISTS
JOBBERS IN FLORISTS' SUPPLIES. /J* BSIDES
J»i Juileres. Pede.l«ls, UmbiHla (/ BEIDELSSAILS
Stands, and Florists' Vasrs a \J OiBHATIOHS
84 HAWLEY STREET, BOSTON, MASS.
GEORGE MULLEN,
Wholesale and Commihslon Dealer in
Best Btnek and lowest prices. Orders by
■ MULLEN 18 Chapman Place. Boston, j
GEO. A. SUTHERLAND,
CUT FLOWERS aadFLOmnUFFLIES
WHOLESALE.
67 Bromfield St., Boston, Mass.
TOBACCO STEMS
75 Cts. per 100 lbs.
THE REST A.\D STRONGEST MUST RE FKESII,
AOT Oil) DKlEUrr STUFF. Von ain gel the be.1 of
H. A. Stoothoff. 315 Madison Ave., N. Y
MENTION THr FLORISTS- EXCHANGC
JOHN CONLEY & SON,
But "I^^;,*''*
c.H.nuNT. — ^^IK
e«N SuPPur''ALL''WANTS '-
AND ALL FLORISTS SLPPLIU
City Hall Cut Flower Market
WELCH BROS., Props.
to sell their own goods.
Flowers Shipped to all Points.
...SEKD FOR PRICE USX...
'W. ELLISON,
Wholesale Cut Flowers,
Floriat Supplls*. WIr* Dealgna.
2744 Franklin Ave., ST. LOUIS, MO.
CHAS.G.FLECKENSTEIN,
Wholesale Flowers,
C. A. KUEHN,
Succetiorto ELLISON & KUEHN,
WHOLESALE FLORIST,
1122 Pine St., St. lonis, Mo.
A COMPLETE LINE OF WIEK DESIGNS.
C. W, IVORS,
Wholesale Florist,
313 N. LEFFINOWELL AVEflUE,
ST. LOUIS, MO.
FINE HOSES— Saipped carefully to all
parts of tlie oountry.
HfiDOOllinBFf::.
ROSES, CARNATIONS,
AND VIOLETS . . .
WM. F. HASTING wholesale
495 Washington Street, Commission
BUFFALO, N. Y. Florist.
ROGERS PARK FLORAL CO.,
lolssuleErowsrsofCiilFlowers
OFFICE .
WABASH AVE., CHICAGO.
.dquarters tor AMERICAN BBAUTIES.
• ♦♦♦♦»♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦ ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦<
E. G. HILL & CO.,
^Wholesale Florists, I
♦ RICHMOND, INDIANA.
♦ ♦♦♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦<
fUT SMILAX
^^ 10 cts. per String.
THE NATIONAL PLANT CO.,
DAYTON, O.
A Profitable Convenience ^
THE FLORISTS' IMTERNATIONAL TELEGRAPH
DELIVERY ASSOCIATION. A rt-lialili- and np
date Florist WANTED IN KVEKY CITV
correspondent. For particulars, apply 1
C. B. WHITNALL, Box 87,
MILWAUKEE, WIS.
1MIW WWITlNa MEWnoW TMt FmRISTS-
ALL the leadingorchid
people are using . .
ORCHID PEAT
From TH£ SMILAX KING.
Price One Dollar per Barrel,
CHOCOLATE COOLER CO.,
GRAND RAPIDS, MICH.
FLOniST'S IIEFRIGEIIITORS.
Send for Clroalar.
WHEN WRfTINQ WCNTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
M. RICE &CO.,
Importers and Manufacturers of
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
25 N. 4th St., Philadelphia, Pa.
NEW FALL CATALOGUE NOW READY.
MEYER GREEN SILKAUNE.
Used for Strilgins SMILiI and ASPABAOUS.
2 and 4 Dominlck Street,
NEW YORK.
te other cirds. Made also in fancj
^es. Send for samples and prices
MEVER Sc. CO.,
BO.STIO, MAtiS., U. S. A
Sire. Per 1
STANDARD FLOWER POTS.
20 00
Saucers yi price of pots.
ita with order F.O.B.
Hit of HanKln.
Seed Pana and
adiea for out
10 per cent. olTfo
It Fort Edward. Bend for
Garden Vaaes, Jardlol
Hllflnger Broi.,Maa'rra, Fart Edward, N. T. or
AUGUST RdLKER & SONS. "11.1^
136 A 138 W 24lh SI.,
W. C. KRICK'S
W. C. KRICK, 1287 Broadway, Brooklyn.N.Y.
N WRrriNQ MENTION THE FLORISTS*
niiFiiBfliiUii PLVjnosiis mips. 2
■W", H. ELLIOTT
Strlucs, 8 to 10 feet long,
Shipped to any part of the
IB^rxglx-bom., Is/Lass.
I THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
Stalioneiy lor Floristii.
Every florist in the land should
have a complete supply of printed
matter wherewith to conduct his
business in style. We have the
largest outfit in America devoted
solely to horticultural printing,
and we understand the wants of
the trade. Below we quote two
combination offers and would be
pleased to supply you.
GO Combination offer
• — " includes....
250 Noteheads, .IJ^xSH ins.
250 EiiTelopes, 8ize6^.
250 Billheads, 7 ins. wide, 55s ins. deep.
250 BuBiness Cards, iUxi^i ins.
250 Tags, size 2^x6^4 Ins.
Cash with order. Delivered P. O. B., N. Y.
$5.22
$
I A 00 Combination offer
includes....
500 Noteheads, 6^x8^ ins.
600 Envelopes, size 6^.
600 Billheads, 7 ins. wide, 65^ ins. deep
500 Monthly Statements, 6^x8^ ins.
500 Business Cards, 2ai.x4W ins.
500 Tags, 2^x6^ Ins.
" iy Book. I It these are not wanted
idger. f subtract $1.60.
One Day Book. I It
One Ledger.
Cash with order. Delivered F.O.B., N. Y.
PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE YOU ORDER,
Noteheads will be furnished in smooth
writing paper with ruled lines. Linen
paper, ruled or unruled, can be had in-
stead if 80 ordered.
Envelopes are full commercial size and
of good quality.
Billheads will be furnished as above,
but size 8}^ ins. wide and i% ins. deep
will be substituted when so ordered.
Cards are of good quality and ample
proportions.
Day Book and Ledger are large enough
for ordinary purposes. Ledger is in-
dexed and will hold 200 accounts.
Special designs, trade marks, etc., en-
graved to order. A rose, violet, or other
flower will be printed on your letterheads
and billheads if you so order.
The quality of all the above work is
guaranteed.
We can forward any of these
combination offers with advantage
to the purchaser, but it will not
pay from a distance to order a
single item on account of the ex-
press charges.
Address all orders to
A.T. DELAMAREPTG. ANDPUB. GO. Ltd.
p. O.Box 1607, New York.
158
The Florists' Exchange continues all the timelo
>e indispensable in a. florist's businees. especially
or its advertisement-. ARTHUR BOYLE.
Santa Fe. New Mexico, Jao. T, '97.
THB f=L-ORISTS' EXCHMNGE.
I CATALOGUES RECEIVED.
Many Good Hints.
nany good 1
, SIEBENHELLEE.
Port Richmond,
• t a. zx d £1. XT d.
'loiwr^zr
>o-ts.
List with CMtra disoounts. All onr Fots, (ram T in. and tipwuds, have
, which is a great advantage, aa it ineures perfect drainage.
A FULt LINE OF BUL.B PANS.
WHILLSm POTTERY CO., 713 to 719 Wharton Street, FHILABELFHIA.
i Kearney and Westslde Atob., Jersey City. N.J.
i Jackson Ave.ar" " "" ' '-' — -■ "'
WBITINO MENTION
BRANCH HOUSES:
Pearson St., Look Island City, N. Y.
FLOWER POTS^-
We are ItlannfaccuriDK a Full Line ol
STaNDARD: FLOWER POTS and HANCING BASKETS
OF THE BEST QUALITV.
. . _ i First-Class, tli
Our goods are well packed, and breakage i
Address THE SYRACUSE POTTERY CO., 403 N. SUINi ST., SYRACUSE, N. Y.
THE JOHN J. PETERS COMPANY
PULVERIZED
A ({nick Qerminator
and Crop Forcer.
FACTORY!
Little Ferry, New Jersey.
Long Island City, New Yerk.
NATURAL. ODORLESS
COMPRESSED
Beats Erery Chemical
Fertilizer on Earth.
Pure Sheep Fertilizer
permanently improves
the Boil, ,
Matures the largest and
best crops. Quick and
lasting in its action.
CLEAN TO HANDLE.
THE BOSTON FLORIST LETTER CO
'Dimensions
FLOBISTS
LETTEBS
E. Jackson, Gainesville, Ga,— Catalogm
ieful Greenhouse and Bedding Plants-
3LES1DE FLORAL Co. Alhambra, Cal.-
; List of Hybrid Gladiolus and Cannas.
Thia wooden box nicely stained andTarnlahed. 18x30x12
each size letter, given away with flret order of 500 letters.
Block Letters, 1« or 2 Inch slie. per 100, J2.00. Script Letters, H.OO.
Patent Fastener with each letter or word.
The Standard, used by the leading florisbe everywhere and for sale by all wholesale florists and
supply dealers.
N. F. McCarthy, Treasurer and Manager,
Faclory, 13 Green Street, BOSTON, MASS. Office, 84 Hawley Street
Beware of Him.
A customer wrote us on Dec. 10th, 1896, as follows :
"What is the trouble with you and of
He claims credit of having turned about a dozen contracts from you. Your
lumber is too good to be worked against that way."
The person referred to grows flowers. He also manufactures and sells a
specialty that other florists use You are likely to hear from him at any time.
When we sold him our Building Material on credit he recommended it, but
when we found it necessary to ask him for cash or security his attitude toward
us and our material changed. Our
Clear Cypress Greenhouse Material
is superior to any greenhouse woodwork furnished by others, and we will be
glad to back up this claim by the testimony of many Growers in all parts of
the country.
Lockland Lumber Co.
Lockland, Oliio.
John C. Moninger Co., Cliicago, 111.
Catalogue of Greenhouse Lumber, Ventilatii
Machinery, etc.
THE Cleveland Seed Co., Cape Vincent
N. Y.— Wholesale Price List of Peas, Beans'
Corn and Vegetable Seeds.
W. N. SCARFF, New Carlisle, 0.— Catalogue
of Small Fruits, etc.; contains a handsom<
colored plate of the Eureka raspberry.
E. E. BURWELL, New Haven, Conn.— Pric<
List of Choice, Select Vegetable Seeds; Bur
well's X-tra Flat Dutch cabbage a specialty.
R. & J: FARQUHAR & Co., Boston, Mass.-
Illustrated Descriptive CataloEUe of Reliable
Tested Seeds, Plants, Bulbs, Fertilizers, etc.
THOMAS S. Ware, Tottenham, Eng.— Cata
logue of Chrysanthemums, Lilies, Begonias
Gladiolus, etc.; also Catalogue of Flowei
Seeds.
RovAL Palm Nurseries (Reasoi
Oneco, Pla.-A Ve
Descriptive Catalo)
Hot=Bed
■%/%/%^%/%/%'t
Sash
Tenons white-leaded. Corners se-
cured with iron dowel pins. Every
detail of construction perfect.
Made of Clear Cypress Lumber.
Quick Shipments.
3 ft. X 6 ft., 3 rows 10 in. glass.
3ft.3in.xl)ft.,4 " Sin. "
4 ft. X 6 ft. ,5 " Sin. "
Xot glazed, 1% in. thick.
Delivered Prices
Quoted on application. State size
and quantity wanted. No order
too small to receive careful atten-
tion, and none too large for our
faciUtiee.
LOCKLAND LUMBER CO.,
Lockland, Ohio.
P THE FLORISTS- EXCHANGE
StaDHatd Pots
Good Railroad Facilities KELLER BROSt
For Shipping . . .
Special Attention Given |u„--ic«nu/n Po
to Mail Orders . . NOmStOWn, ■ Ka.
Price Lists Furnished on Application.
WHEN WRrriNO MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGC
STANDARD ♦ POTS.
We are now ready to snpply a superior
quality of Pots in unlimited qtiantities.
Catalogues and price lists furtiished on
application.
A. H. HEWS & CO.,
NORTH CAMBRIDGE. • MASS.
Very Complete Illustrated
ilogue of Tropii
Orchids, Cacti and Miscellar
i Stock.
Plants
Weeber & Don, 114 Chambers st., Ne
York.— Illustrated and Descriptive Catalogi
• • " ■ Plants, et
Vegetable Seed
velties is given, the best
A colored plate of canna John
Sunset Seed & Plant Co., San Francisco,
Cal — An Attractive Catalogue of Seeds, Plants,
Bulbs, etc. One feature is the photographic
reproductions of plants from life. There is a
full list of novelties, particularly of sweet
peas. The open golden gate cover illustration
iful c
The Dingee & Conard Co
Pa.— New Guide to Rose Culti
teresting catalogue of roses at
the list of novelties of the fo
pecially valuable. The cover;
earing represent; '
West Grov
e; a very ii
other plant
"Princess Bonnie"
and "Pink Soupert." Charming colored plates
lOHNSON & Stokes, Philadelphia.— Garden
and Farm Manual. This is a handsomely
gotten-up catalogue of vegetable and flower
seeds, etc.; especially attractive are the photo-
feraphic reproductions of the products, which
embrace among others the Black Boulder
watermelon, New Winter Queen celery, and
the new branching asters and fringed holly-
hocks. The list of novelties is very complete.
STANDARD
FLOWER POTS
In any quantity, and of the best
quality.
Get my price list before ordering
elsewhere.
W. H. ERNEST,
station M, N. E., WASHINGTON, D. C.
»HEN WRrrmo mention the florists- exchange
Neponset Flower Pots
of Waterproof Paper, are sold
as follows:
Terms-Net cash with order. If ordered shipped by
freight, add 60 cents cartage.
Packed In Gross Weight
sue Crates of per 1000 pots Per 100 Per 1000
2Mlnch 1000 about aJlbs »0 36 »2 00
" 28 " 30 2 80
" 34
6 " 600 " 150 " 160 isae
standard Pot Measure.
Less quantities than full crates at 100 rates.
P. W. BIRD « SONS, Mannfacturera.
Address orders to our General Ag;ents,
August Rolker & Sons
New York.
s. i ;. FAsauBAS k
P. O. Station E.
., Boston,, Uasa. EiEten Agent
The Plorists' Exchange.
159
LORD & BURNHAM CO.,
HORTICULTURAL ARCHITECTS AND BUILDERS,
STEAM AMD HO-r -«VAXER HEATING ElNGIPiEERS.
Plans and Estlmatea fnmlBbed on application.
&REEIIHODSE HERTIiH m VENTILHTIIIIi,
Horticultural Architecture and Buiifling.
pitcfiing^^Go
ESTABLISHED 1844.
233 Mercer Street, NEW YORK
FIVE PATTERNS OF BOILERS.
NINETEEN SIZES,
Perfect Sash Raising- ipparatus.
Send four cents postage for Illustrated CataloRue.
LoniD sc B"criiisri3:-A.]Sd: co.,
ARCHITECTCRAI, OFFICE, 160 FIFTH AVE., COR. 21»t STREET, NEW YORK.
Faccoryi Irvlnston«OD-Hudaon, New York
Mention paper
Rosehousea, Greenhouses, Etc., of Iroi
Frame Construction erected complete
■ or the Structural Iron "Work ship-
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VERBENAS, •■ - - . .90 8.00
COLEUS, 30 varieties, - .60 5.00
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CYCLAMEN GIGANTEUM,
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i. HERRMANN, 404-412 E. 34iii St., New York, near Ferry
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CANNAS " Italia "and "Austria."
500
FERNS! FERNS!!
A fine stock of mixed Ferns, from 2\{ in. Dots,
ready for immediate use; all good varieties,
and good plants, IS3.50 per loo ; S30.00 per looo.
Large plants from flats, ready to pot, $1.50 per
loo ; !»13 per looo. Express paid to N. Y City.
H.WESTON. Hempstead, N.Y.
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ARNATIONS '~
HRYSANTHEMUMS
tlternantheras, Begonias and Geraniums.
AlternantberaM, A. Nana. R. Nana, P. Major and
Versicolor. 75c. a 100. by mall ; K.OOa 1000. eipress.
Beuonia, Thurstonl.SOc. adoz.; B. Argentea Gut-
tata. JOc. a doz.; Mlied Varieties, 40o. a doz.
Geranlnms, Mt. Snow. 50c. a doz.: Paul Bruant,
$2.60 a 100; $18.00 a 1000; Mrs. Parker, 60c. a doz.;
Mme. Sallerol, 40o. a doz ; $3.00 a ICO.
These are all extra fine grown plants, and readr
Heliotropes', Florence Nightingale. Snow Wreath,
«o. a doz. Will pack light. Cash with order.
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.000 Pansy Plants. ?Sr'deaIOREAI«A.
$0.75 $8 0(
1..W 18.0:
6 In. pots, extra strong, bushy, 5 to i
leaves, 18 to 20-inohes high. . . .
6 in. pots, heavy, 2 to 25^ ft. high...
71a. pots heavy, 2 to 2S ft. high
8 in. pots, 36 to 40io., decorative size
$3.60 to $6.00 each.
KENTIA FORSTERIABiA.
3 lu. pots, 12 to 15 Inches high $2.00
I.ATAMIA BORBONICA.
5 in. pots, 2 ft., specimens
6 ** perfect specimen]
perfect specimens, 7-(
PHCENIX RECL,IIl(ATA.
, pots, 15 to 18 in. high, $1.00 each; $10.00doz.
DRAC>EJ*A8.-(Iu variety.)
xception
ithe<
ntry. Open for inspcc-
. pots. $4-00 per doz.
(colored and coloring).
FERNS. FERNS. FERNS.
If you are going to buy, it will pay you to get
2)^ in. poto, in 5 vara., $4.00 per 100; $35 00 per 1000.
Neptarolepis cordata conipacta.
The largest stock of this grand variety.
Bin. pots, fine stock $15.00 per 100.
6 " tine specimens. l.'i-18 la. high, $4.00
per doz.; $35.00 per 100.
Pteris llnibrosa GlKanteutn.
4 in. pots $85.00 per 100
6 •' S.W)perdoz.
6 " 65 each.
ives, 18.00
" $2-$2.50each
from top of rots.
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PICCS ELA8TICA.
$50.00perl00
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The Florists' Exchange.
A FEBRUARY TRADITION
Says the ground hog com.
shadow and then if the si
frightened at his form and <
out to see his
iwls back fo:
ngth of time
Trade Pkt. Oz
ASTER, Qneen of tbe
Market, White $0 15 $0 f
** Victoria, separate
" Truffant's, sepa-
CARNATIOIX Marsuerlte,
Mixed
ntLXCJEJ^A. Indivlsa
PETUNIA, choice Blotched and
Striped
SALVIA splendens
PHtOX Kana Compacta,
Mix
VERBENA, extra choice Mixed. 25 135
WM. ELLIOTT & SONS, NEW YORK.
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CANNAS
BURBANK eac
AUSTRIA per doz., M.60; perlOO. »25.(0.
All standaid varieties at bottom prices. Send t
Florist Catalogue just out. Tells you what Flow
CALADICM ESCUI.ENTCM 7-9 in.. tS.OO per
lOO.
ROSE. President Cnrrot, »15,00 per IM.
CARNATION, Mayor PiPKree, IW.CO per ICO.
LilT Dean, HO.UO per 100.
VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE,
NEW YORK. CHICAGO.
14 Barclay Street. P. O. Box ti8S.
SHEEP MANURE 12.25 per ICO lbs.
CANNAS and DAHLIAS
See our advertisenjent, pape 138, Feb. 13th issue.
ROWEHL &. GRANZ, - Hicksville, N. Y.
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SEEDS for Profit
, SFSwcctPcasI
T Wholesale Catalogue on application, X
I WEEBER & DON, '^^a^u^d??;o^''/rr V
5)i 114 Chambers St., New York City, .ij)
pUCAp FOR GISU
H£!=£!L WITH ORDER.
1 500 DWARF PEARL TUBEROSES,
■ V^^^Vr 3,4 INCHES, S3. 00.
1 50 CHINESE NARCISSUS, S1.50.
For Spring delivery. H. P. Dwarf and Standard
Rosea. Send an estimate of your wants.
C.II.J00mS,Iiipirt(r,l9iEmink!tiJ,
ASTER SEED
s White ana Pink. $1.50 per c
Sno-n-ball. gl.tUperoz.
Seed well cleaned. Crop of 1896. Pound rates
on application.
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DAHLIAS
AH UNPRECEDENTED RECORD.
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RELIllLE ROLLillD CIDBIOE
AND OTHER VEGETABLE SEEDS.
Grown by VAN NAMEN BROS., HOLLAND.
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IntitollnMiiperbn,
Chamierop. and Plia-iili, all virietles now in "stock,
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Single Begonia Bulbs
in separate colors. Per loo, $2,50 ; per 1000, $70.
Tiiliiirosiisf
: Pearl, Ai. Per
, $7. All othe
Ask for price list!
HULSEBOSCH BROS., Englewood, N. J.
PALM SEED.
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Freesia refracta alba,
Calla Ethiopica.
Li. Longiflorum,
Chinese Narcissus,
Tree Fern Stems,
Palm Seeds,
California Forcing
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:GET THE BEST:
ASTER SEED
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and white, also mixed. Seed well cleaned, plump and good.
Crop of 1896. For sale in any desired quantity by
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BEGONIAS, TUBEROSES and GLADIOLI
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■ -■"- iriKlOfor$2,="
SE BU
ft for $1.
r $2.60.
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Ize, snretouowertnia summer, 50 cents per 100; 600 for $2.00 ; 1^000 for $3.00,
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' special quotations
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Gladiolus Shakespeare
For Forcing.
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163
Free Seed Distribution Must be Abolislied.
The Senate's amendments to the Agricultural Bill (incorporating a proviso tor
the expenditure of $150, OOU for the purchase of seeds for free distribution) will not
be agreed to, if at all, until approved by the Conference Committee to which it must
be referred. Aleantime, there is fair opportunity for making assaults
upon the whole system of gratuities.
Free Seed Distribution.
Through the courtesy of Mr. Burpee, we
are permitted to pnblish some further
communications which have passed be-
tween him and the Secretary of Agrlcul-
tare, Hon J. Sterling Morton, relative to
the subject of free seed distribution by the
Government.
United States Department of Agriculture,
Office of the Secretary,
Washington, D. C,
Feb. 10, 1897.
W. Atlee Burpee. Esq., Philadelphia. Pa.
Dear sir: Is it not possible to unite the
eeed growers and dealers of the ITnited
States in a protest against the system of
gratuitous distribution of seed through
Governmental agencies? Can they not
show the Injustice of taking money from
the National Treasury, which belongs to all
of the American people, for the purpose of
buying seeds to donate to relatively a few
of the .\merican people? Why should noi
such a protest plainly state the fact that
the seed purchased with public money and
distributed at great carrying cost to the
Government, comes in competition with
people who are ill able to contest for trade
with seed thus bought at wholesale and
given away and delivered throughout the
whole country at retail?
Why
by
Government tiia year amounts to 20,359,-
264 packets, which at 5 cents a packet (ihe
retail price) would be more than a million
of dollars? But in the above number of
packets there are many which at retail sell
for 10 cents, or more, each. Therefore, it
Issafetosay that the retail seed trade of the
United States is beaten by this eleemosy-
nary dissemination out of something like
two millions of dollars of trade in a single
year. And the evil is growing.
The American people like lair play.
Yours respectfully,
(Signed) J. STERLING MORTON,
Secretary.
Editor Florists' Exchange:
Permit me to thank you most heartily
for the admirable editorial in to-day's
(Saturday, February 13) "Exchange," which
I have sent to the Hon. J. Sterling Morton,
with letter, as per copy inclosed.
I think we should keep hammering on
this subject so thoroughly that Mr.
Wilson, who is to become the new Secre-
tary of Agriculture, whatever may be his
present views, will realize that this meas-
ure is deserving of the condemnation which
Secretary Morton has so continuously and
vigorously given it.
I have pleasure in inclosing you a copy
of a letter of Feb. 12, received to-day from
Secretary Morton, which I have no doubt
you will publish in next week's "Ex-
change." I also inclose copy of my letter
of the 11th Inst., which brought this reply
from Secretary Morton, also a copy of my
letter of yesterday, which crossed the Sec-
retary's. W. ATLEE BURPEE.
Hon. J. Sterling Morton, Secretary of Agri-
culture, Washington, D. C:
Dear Sir— I was very much pleased to re-
ceive your favor of the 10th Inst. Unfortu-
nately the American Seed Trade Association
holds its annual meeting in June, and it
would be Impossible to now secure concert-
ed action upon the part of the seedsmen
generally in time to have any effect in
consideration of the bill in the Senate.
W. ATLEE BURPEE.
Philadelphia, Feb. 11, 1897.
Hon. J. Sterling Morton, Secretary of Agri-
culture, Washington, D. C:
Dear Sir— When I wrote you yesterday I
was really tn hopes that the Senate of the
United States, having had so much data
presented by you, would refuse to pass the
Agricultural bill again, containing the ap-
propriation for the purchase of seeds. You
can Imagine my disappointment, then, when
I find that this bill had already been passed,
even with an increased appropriation for
the purchase of seeds.
While I regret extremely that you can-
not see the fruit of your work to abolish
this promiscuous distribution of seeds be-
fore leaving your office, and while I have
no means of kncwing what position Mr.
Wilson will take in the matter, yet I
really think that if properly followed up
your efforts can yet meet with success.
It is my present intention during the
summer to prepare matter for the press,
which, by mailing to probably 10,000 papers
in the United States, will, I think, result
In getting thousands of protests from the
readers of these papers addressed direct to
their members of Congress,
I know, of course, that all leading horti-
culturists, as well as seedsmen, will gladly
co-operate to present a solid front against
a further continuance of this promiscuous
distribution of seeds.
I am convinced that the strength of the
advocates of tree seed in the House of
Representatives rests largely upon a mis-
conception—that is, that the members of
Congress think their rural constituents feel
flattered and honored by the receipt of a
package of seeds. Now, from our own
knowledge in filling the Government con-
tract this year, I believe the majority of
recipients, instead of being pleased, will
ending June 30, 1897, will compactly load
77 of the largest United Sutes mail cars.
The Senate has now determined that there
must be $150,000 invested in seeds for the
next distribution, and if the same quan-
tity of the same sort of seeds is bought
for next year's distribution, at the same
price, they will fill nearly eighty-nine cars.
In 1839, $1,000 were appropriated for the
purchase of "rare, valuable and improved"
seeds, not common to the country, to be
distributed for experimental purposes
among intelligent gardeners and farmers,
with the instructions to report their in-
dividual successes In the cultivation there-
of. But the law as now amended Ignores
the original purpose of its Inception and en-
actment. Only common varieties are dis-
tributed. Instead of $1,000, there is ap-
propriated in the year 1897, $150,000. If,
during the next fifty-eight years, the sum
increases in the same arithmetical propor-
tion as it has since that first $1,000 was In-
vested In seeds for gratuitous distribution,
it will aggregate the enormous sum of
$22,500,000. Very respectfully yours.
(Signed) J. STERLING MORTON,
Secretary.
Hon. J. Sterling Morton, Secretary of Agri-
culture. Washington, D, C. :
Dear Sir— I acknowledge wilh thanks re-
ceipt of your favor of the 12th Instant. .\s
stated in my letter of yesterday, I feel quite
confident that by thorough publicity in the
papers throughout the United States next
wintei', the promiscuous distribution of
ONE MEMBER'S QUOTA.
(Keproduced from the "Philadelphia Ledger.
be disappointed, because they will In many
cases obtain seeds of varieties which they
do not care to grow in their gardens.
W. ATLEE BURPEE.
Philadelphia, Feb. 12, 1897.
United States Department of Agriculture,
Office of the Secretary,
Washington, D. C,
Feb. 12, 1897.
W. A. Burpee, Esq., Philadelphia, Pa.:
Dear Sir- 1 have yours of the 11th with
enclosures. The action of the Senate seems
tor the time to perpetuate and increase the
disbursement of public funds for the gratu-
itous and promiscuous distribution of gar-
den and flower seeds through Governmental
agencies in the United States. However,
this does not change my views of the duties
of men In public and private life who de-
sire the return of the Government to some-
thing of the frugality and economy which
was practised by Its founders. They never
believed It the duty of the Government to
give gratuities to its citizens, but they all
taught that the citizens should gratuitous-
ly give their best energies and services to
the Government for its maintenance and
economical administration.
Unless a full stop can soon be put to
this gratuitous distribution the practice
win grow to an enormity, which will even-
tually destroy the retail seed trade of the
United States. No branch of Industry can
succeed financially as a competitor with
gratuities.
The seeds distributed for the fiscal year
seeds can be made so unpopular that mem-
bers of Congress will begin to realize that
the majority of the American people are
not of the pauper class who desire something
for nothing. Inclosed I hand you editorial
from "The Florist's Exchange," to-day,
and think you will agree with me that the
editor has "sized up" the whole situation
in the sentence: "The only good thing, it it
is a good thing, accomplished by the seed
distribution, is the possible capture of
votes by Congressmen from country dis-
tricts." W. ATLEE BURPEE.
Philadelphia, Feb. 13, 1897.
United States Department of Agriculture,
Office of the Secretary.
Washington, D. C,
February 13, 1897.
W. Alice Burpee, Esq.. Philadelphia, Pa. :
Dear Sir- 1 have yours of the 12th in-
closing excerpt from the Philadelphia
"Times" of that date, and also copies of
telegrams and letters.
The Agricultural bill will have to be re-
ferred, of course, to a conference committee.
The Senate's amendments will not be
agreed to, except after that committee's
action. If at all. Meantime, there Is fair
opportunity for making assaults upon the
whole system of gratuities. Yours re-
spectfully,
(Signed) J. STERLING MORTON.
Mr. T. W. Wood, President American Seed
Trade Association, Richmond, Va.:
Dear Sir — You have doubtless seen al-
ready by the trade papers that I am trying
to use several vigorous letters received
from Secretary Morton in such a manner
that the Seed Clause of the Agricultural
-ippropriaiiou bill may yet be defeated.
I inclose a clipping from yesterday's
Philadelphia "Times," and am quite sure
that a number of papers this week will
have further protests.
Now. as this work was only begun after
the bill had passed Congress this year, I
fear it may possibly fail of immediate
results.
I am, however, convinced that with
proper co-operation, we can make the meas-
ure so unpopular that the first year of the
new Administration will be the last year of
the Governmental distribution of seeds pro-
miscuously.
As I was unable to meet you with the
Executive Committee in New York, I will
write now to ask if it would be agreeable
to you, in the event of the bill passing this
year, for me to read a paper before the
of the
Trade
tion in June. 1897. when I think we could
secure the co-operation of ail seedsmen in
a determined effort to defeat this form of
Governmental paternalism.
Kindly consult your Executive Commit-
tee, and advise me early, as I would want
to prepare the paper before going to Cali-
fornia. W. ATLEE BURPEE.
Philadelphia, Feb. 15, 1897.
Richmond, Va., Feb. 17, 1897.
W. Atlee, Burpee, Esq , Phila., Pa.
Dear Sir.— I received yours of the 15th
inst. We regret that we did not have you
at our executive committee meeting.
We made a program, and in it we allowed
time for the consideration of the govern-
ment seed distribution and we were in-
clined to think it would be desirable to
have another paper: so, as you have so
kindly offered to snpply one, I am quite
sure that the Association will be glad to
hear you upon the subject indicated ; that
is favoring an opposition to the free dis-
tribution of seeds by the Government. I
have been thinking of writing to the prin-
cipal seedsmen before the convention oc-
curs in Washington, inviting the large
seedsmen outside of the Association, as
well as others, to join and cooperate with
us, with a view of killing the Govermental
distribution of seeds.
I think that probably this could be ac-
complished by the employment of an ener-
getic secretary to get up the opposition to
the appropriation, by co-operation with
the seedsmen, and In inducing all the
small dealers throughout the country to
write to their congressmen, opposing the
appropriation, as unquestionably it inter-
feres with all small handlers of seeds, as
well as the larger seedsmen. These peti-
tions would undoubtedly have their effect,
in addition to the work that could be done
through newspapers. I do not fear but
that if we take energetic measures in re-
gard to the matter, the appropriations
will cease.
Shall be glad to have any views from you
in reference to the matter, and hope yoa
will prepare the paper, which I will advise
Mr. Don to have announced in the program.
T. W. Wood.
against the continuance of Free Seed Dis-
tribution by Government. The Congress-
men from Massachusetts, a banner State
In all that tends to the development of
horticulture, have acquitted themselves
nobly by refusing their sanction to the
measure. Men In all walks of life, to
whose attention this measure has been
brought, denounce it with vigor. Spread
the facts broadcast, arouse the people to
the danger which this bill threatens to
every business man, and It will be stamped
out as would a plague.
The subjoined editorial from the "Mall
and Express" (New York), of Feb. 17, Is a
fair expression of the manner in which free
seed distribution Is looked upon by those
leading papers whose editors have given It
attention:
STOP THE free: SEED DVSINESS.
It is sincerely to be hoped that the Agri-
cultural Appropriation bill, which has Just
passed both houses of Congress, will be the
last to contain an appropriation for the
free distribution of seeds. The spending
of $160,000 of the people's money tor any
such purpose Is a mistaken and extrava-
gant policy. The custom of supplying Con-
gressmen with vast quantities of garden
and Sower seeds at Qovernment expense
for gratuitous distribution among their
164
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conetituents has developed into an abuse
of the most indefensible character, and the
sooner it is abolished the better for all
reputable interests.
Theoretically, the plan to provide free
seeds for those who cannot afford to buy
them, or whose crops have been destroyed
by frost, fire or other causes, may be all
right, but practically it is all wrong. The
distribution is ineffcient and frequently un-
just. The seed too often goes to those who
neither need nor deserve it, while those to
whom it would be of real assistance get
none. A Congreseman's allowance of seed
is generally regarded by him as a part of
his working campaign material, and he
rarely tails to put it where it will do the
most good for his own political interests,
without considering the real needs of his
constituents. In this way the seed allow-
ance virtually becomes a portion of the
party machinery, and the appropriation
which supports it is little more than a cam-
paign fund under Congressional direction.
This sort of thing should be stopped.
The free seed custom is a species of petty
peternalism of the worst kind. Its entire
abolition would be indorsed by an over-
whelming majority of the farmers and other
people who buy seeds from year to year,
and would be opposed by nobody but a few
persons here and there who have profited
by its favoritism. The system is unbusi-
nesslike, pernicious and demoralizing, and
it should be crushed once for all by the in-
coming Congress.
Free Seed Distribution.
In view of the pressing importance of the
subject we reprint editorial from the Flor-
ists' Exchange, issue of 13th inst. :
"We apprehend there is no question as to
the fact that the free distribution of seeds
by the United States Government is a direct
violation of the principles of the American
doctrine of protection, the principal object
of which is the protection and development
of infant and deserving industries. The
seed-growing industry in this country is as
yet in its swaddling clothes, so to speak.
It is a healthy, honest and honorable busi-
ness. The labor employed in the industry
is necessarily fairly intelligent and should
receive so-called American wages.
"It may be said that hereafter, with a
prohibitive tariff on seeds, those distributed
by the Government will necessarily be
grown on our own soil, and that our grow-
ers -will have the benefit and profit of a
home market. This might be an argument
if the seeds were purchased directly of the
vholesale dealers at market
pri(
but
the
giv
the lowest bidders it leaves the gro
the mercy of the contractors.
"The fact is the free seed distributed de-
moralizes the seed and plant business and
hurts everybody connected with it. As an
evidence of how the seed trade is affected,
it may be stated that the Government eats
into its very vitals by distributing those
seeds which, during times such as the pres-
ent, form the stand-by of the business, viz.,
those from which culinary products are ob-
tained. Vegetable seeds form the bulk
sent out by the Government. During hard
times luxuries are dispensed with, and only
bare necessities are purchased. Flower
seeds are considered luxuries, and in times
like these are not in request, and the seeds-
man must look to a trade being done in
vegetable or farm seeds to enable him to
carry on his business; and here the Govern-
ment steps in and frustrates him in the at-
tempt.
"Tho American farmer or gardener is not
a pauper. He would be abundantly able
to buy what seeds he wants if he were
barely compensated for his products.
"At this time thousands of planters are
holding off, waiting to see what seeds they
will get from Washington before placing
their orders with the florist or seedsman.
In fact, we are not sure but that there is
more harm done to the seed trade in this
way than from the actual competition from
the seed distribution. It is a fact that
last year many country people made up a
list of the seeds they required and sent it
to their Congressman, and when they re-
ceived the illy assorted packets it wa,3 too
late to purchsse and plant many of the vege-
tables, etc., actually needed in the family
garden.
"The only good thing, if it is a good thing
accomplished by the seed distribution is
the possible capture of votes by Congress-
men from country districts. The bad re-
sults are the demoralization of a legitimate
infant home industry, the degradation of
one of the best 'forms of American labor
and the catering of a large class of other-
wise Independent citizens to one of the
worst forms of paternalism— the assump-
tion of pauperism and thefractical forcing
of alms upon those who neither need nor
desire them. What farmers, florists, gar-
deners and fruit growers want are novel-
ties, advice and the assistance of the Gov-
ernment in developing profitable markets
for their surplus products."
European Notes.
Hardly had last week's notes been dis-
patched before a complete and most dis-
agreeable change set in, and with the
exception of the north of Scotland, where
the thermometer has just touched zero, we
are enveloped in continuous warm and
drenching rains. In England the Thames
has already risen 42 inches above its proper
height, while many of the growers report
the land containing their plants for next
season's crops as completely, submerged.
While this primarily affects the European
seedsmen, it will also affect some of the
large growers of peas on your side. It
is well within the mark to say that it has
not been possible to sow peas with any
reasonable prospect of success since the
beginning of last October; it is now too
late to sow first early varieties, and the
surplus of these to be carried over is very
large. In view of existing conditions grow-
ers are already turning their attention to
such sort's as Telegraph, Cooper's Goliath
and Fillbasket, for all of which the de-
mand is fairly active.
The anticipated rise in the value of blue
boiling peas and haricot beans has not
been realized, owing to the return of milder
weather. Judging by the prices realized
here, the Wisconsin growers must be losing
money fast.
In market seeds clovers have gone down
with a rush. Rape and mustard, that will
have to be relied upon for catch crops,
have risen in value, and In bird seeds
canary is fetching a rather better price.
Hemp is practically unsalable. Tares and
Saintfoin are in good demand at fairly re-
Followjng the example set by the Flor-
ists' Exchange, the Gardeners' Chronicle,
which is the leading trade paper in West-
ern Europe, has started a weekly column
of American notes, embracing all matters
of interest to the plant and seed trade.
This is undoubtedly a step in the right
direction.
Deisoite the unprofi-table conditions of the
seed trade in Europe the catalogues issued
by the leading retail houses have been
more elegant and elaborate than ever;
but they are all eclipsed by the superb
jubilee catalogue just received from Peter
Henderson & Co. A fac-simile reprint of
the first catalogue issued by this firm would
be a most interesting souvenir of its his-
tory.
The account of the death of William
Elliott is sad reading to the writer.
EUROPEAN SEEDS.
hardy Japanese i
NAMON VINE,
treeflowetlncJlO a 1000. Cash withe
E. Y. TEAS, ,s„,S>,,is Irvington, Ind.
WHEN WRITING MENTIOW THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
TUBEROSES.
Good 3 to 4 inch Pearl Excelsior. $3.00 ner
1000 ; 2000 for $.5.(:0 cash.
S. S. rate to New Yoik, 87o. per 100 Iba.
GULF COAST NURSERIES,
Dickinson, Galveston Co., Texas.
"THCFIOB18T-8 exCHO
POND LILY ROOTS
Large, white-1
roots. J1.50per(
Address, c. L. HACAR,
Florist and Gardener.
Lock Box 53. RANDOLPH, MASS.
Asters, Giant White Comet, pkt., 26c.; oz
$2.00. Tall Victoria, mixed, pkt., 15c.: oz.,
$1.00. Truflaufs Pieony Perfection, pkt.,
loc; oz., 75o. Queen .if the Market, mixed,
all colors, oz., 75o. (Separate colors all sold.)
Dalilias, Double Caoi us, pkt., 10c.
GypsopliIIa, White, pkt., 10c.
Marguerite Carnations, trade pkt., lOo.
Phlox Drummondll, Dwarf, mixed,
pkt., 10c ; Hoz.,60c.
'Verbena, Mammoth, oz., 40'c.
Cauliao-vver, Eclipse, novelty, pkt, 15c.
Write for sample and get your orders in be-
. dutii
CHOICE CELERY SEED. |^*^
HaviDK a surplus of White Plume, Goidrn *
Self BlaiichiDB, New Giant Pascal, and
Dwarf Golden Heart, I will mail at 11.00 per lb.
Thesearestrictlynrat-rlnsH. 1805 crop aiici testeci
ISAAC F. TILLINGHtST, tg't, La Plume, Pa
WHEN WRITIWO MENTION
H. BEAULIEU, Woodhaven, N. Y.
WHEN WRITINa MINTMM 1
t mOWSTS- EXCHANGE
FROSTED PEACH SEED.
I am prepared to supply No. 1 Natural Sown
Seed, ready for spring planting, at $1.50 per
bushel ; one barrel of 3 bushels for $4.00. Sam-
ple by mail to those who want to purchase.
Also Jersey Yellow and Red Sweet Potato
Seed in their season, at $1.60 per barrel of full
3 bushels. Packed to carry safely. All in first-
class condition. Address
CHUIES BUCK, HI{htsto.n, N. J.
A MONEY MAKER!
Sweet Peas,
special ofTer
t AlFBium. Pan
»I2 60 Thfs 1!
^3.00, prepaid, to your address.
H. G. PAVSX & CO.,
64 & 66 N. Front Street, FBII.A., PA.
CLDCAS & BODDINGTON CO,,
\ Importers, Exporters and growers* Agents
I Plants, Seeds and Bulbs,
d 503 W. 13th St..
Telephone Call. 403 ISth St. NEW YORK CITY
I WRrriNO MEHTIOW THE ftORIBT-o EXCHAHOC
Gladioli
THE BEST IN AMERICA.
Gfraiilniiis, 'Minns, Carnations, etc.
Write for prices.
BETSCHER BROS.,
'^ Canal Dover, 0>
JUST EECEIVED FROM JAPAN
JAPAHESE IMPERIAL
CONyOLVULUS SEED.
H. E. Amoore, hu American, resident in Japan for
25 years. A mixture nf the finest and most carefully
selected strains. $4.00 per lb.; J30 OO per 10 lbs. Order
at once. Supply limited. Terms net cash 10 days.
(SON & PERKINS CO.. Newark, New York.
WKiriNQ MENTION THE r«)RI3TS- CXCHAHaE
H
In same size packets, the Seven Superb Sweet
Peas described below would have cost $3.10
In 1896, but are sold now for only 25 cents.
'^C Cts. buys these Seven
Z/D Superb Sweet Peas:
CROWN JEWEL.
being on the back of standard. The flowers, of hooded form
and large size, are borne three and four
LITTLE DORRITT. Carmine-tinted pink ; standard of flnest
form, large white wings, sligtitly tinted, the colors beautifully
Ized ; a 8
; v.iriety. Btanaaras Dngni
yith slight veins of purj>le.
MRS. JOS. CHAMBERLAIN. The flowers are truly
and produced generally three to four on a stem. The color
effective,— a white ground
of hue form, very striking,
RAMONA. Grand flowers of very large si
'^ ■■ """
ily striped and flaked bright
; color creamy-white, daintily splashed with pin
'I89r " Special Superfine Mixed.
}-osc(I of Twenty-
three of the finest New Large°Flowered Sweet Peas. It
,' blending (each grown sepr '- ' ---- ' •
:oguized wh(?i
Buys all the above,
^Q ^ r*4-c Buys all the above,— Sev«
^O V/IS. Superb Sweet Peas, each
full-size, separate packet, true to name as described,
and mailed, postpaid, to any addr
For ONE DOLLAR
ftORA,— provided,
-riease try to get up a club of Five for One Dollar.
-With every collection we enclose a copy of "How to Grow I
■■ Tells plainly j«5/ ^
I growing to full perfection the finest High-Gr ' " '"
'■ ' ■ unequaled collection.
BURPEE'S SEEDS GROW!
We will mail FREE to any address
BURPEE'S
Farm Annual
For 1897.
The Leading: American Seed Catalogue.
A handsome new hook written at Fordhook Farm.
Tells all about the BEST SEEDS That Orow.
Hundreds of illustrations; grand new vegetables and
beautiful rare flowers painted from Nature.
8@~ Send a postal card for it T0=DAY !
W. ATLEE BURPEE & CO., ^'^^
Seed Growers,
PHILADELPHIA. ^..l^^^Ur..
WHEN WRmNQ MENTION THE n.ORISTS- EXCHANGC
The Pl-orists* Exchknge.
JUST EXACTLY HOW TO FORCE VEGETABLES UNDER GLASS
Is Fully Explained, with Illustrations In
THE FORCING-BOOK
IN THE
GARDEN-CRAFT SERIES
By Prof. L. H. BAILEY,
u/ VonuU Vniivrttty,
The results of extended experiments at Cornell are added to the
experience of successful growers.
THE FORCING-BOOK tells in plain language :-
How to build, heat, light, ventilate, and manage Forcing-houses economically
How to pollinate, water, fertilize or use electric light for " hurry " crops.
How to successfully force for early market Lettuce, Radishes, Cauli-
flower, Asparagus, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Melons, etc
[>th, for pocket
on receipt of pr
2<>6 pp. 16mo. Well be mailed
rice, »l.O0. Send for a circular
this series.
by th
of othe
THE MACMILLAN COMPANY, 66 Fifth Ave., New York
GERANIUMS and VIOLETS.
Geraniums.— Best alnsle. double and semi-
double varieties for bedding purposes; our selec-
tinn rooted ruttinga, *l 35 per 100 labeled.
planted pfante from flats at $1.25 'per 100. or from
sand in a few weeks at $T.OO per 1000.
H. B. WEAVER & BRO., Wheatland Mills. Pa.
Money Order office. Lancaater, Pa.
WHEN WRITING MENT'ON THE FLORISTS' CXCHANCE
Selaginella Emiliana. f^l%lZ%^c'
iVi iiicli, ready for shift, 2i^.
Nephrolepis davallioides^ furcans.
N. exaltata Bostonensis. 'oc'^^'iS
stock, 20c. All good salable stuff, cheap loi
R. G. HANFORD, Norwalk, Conn.
HAVE YOUR COLLECTIONS MADE
THROnOH THE
NATIONAL FLORISTS' BOARD OF TRADE,
271 BROADWAY. NEW YORK.
EVERV PLORIST OVGHT TO
INSURE HIS GLASS AGAIMSX
HAIL,.
For pftrtlonlftra address
JOHN G. E>«».
TOMATOES. Now ready, small plants for
transplantlns. Extra Early Red. Royal Red. Stone.
and Pamcon. lSi>. per 100; |;l per lOOO.
,,AN^-^F^J(J, PEPPER_njidCAUI,IFLOWElt
Cash with order, please. '
R. VINCENT JR. S SON, White Marsh, Md.
Indispensable.
The Flobisis' Eichanoe conlin-aps all the time lo
he indispensable in a florlsfa business, especially
for Us advertisement,. ^r^U^j, ^^^^^
Santa Fe, New Mexico, Jan. 7, '97.
A BARGAIN.
We have the tollowinsr Rooted Cuttings Car-
nations from flats, strong?, healthy and no rust ;
15110 I,lzzle IHcGowan $1 00 per 100
600 E. A. Wood 1 00
3000 Puritan 1 00
4000 Robin Hood, new scarlet... 3 00
200 A laska 1 25 "
500 Triumph 3 00
500 Armazindy 3 00 "
300 Abundance 8 60
300 Meteor 15* "
200 Bridesmaid 1 60
We prepay express charges.
Terms, cash with order.
9IORRIS FLORAI, CO.
MORRIS. ILL.
PLORISTm* EXCHANCr
per 1(X) per 1000
GERANIUMS, choice named, $ 1 .50 $ I 2.50
VERBENAS, " .75 6.00
COLEUS, 30 varieties, - .60 5.00
HELIOTROPE, 3 " . . 1.00 8.00
AGERATUM,Dwarf,whiteandblue75 6.00
CHRYSANTHEMUMS, 20 finest
standard varieties. - - l.'O 12. 0
TERMS: Cash with order.
...ROOTED...
ROSE CUTTINGS.
Meteor, Sie1>reclit. Wootton, Sunset,
Perle, Bride, Bridesmaid, $1 .50 per 100.
Testout, $3.00 per 100. Beauty, $3.50 per 100.
CARNATIONS.
strong, healthy, well-rooted cuttinKS, $1.,50
per 100. Portia, Silver Spray, Daybreak,
Tidal Wave, Scott, Rose Queen, $2.00 per 100.
L L MAY a CO., - St. Paul, Minn.
WHtii wmnwo mchtion the rtomsTs- EXCHAHoe
WE MAKE A SPECIALTY OF GROWING
A. W. SMITH'S
HYBP iOEOWERS
(Ipoijwa Noctiflora.)
The above are strictly the best Moonllowers
in cultivation; blooming- from 30 to 48 days
earlier than the old variety; producintf four or
Hve different shaped bloomg, and blooms from
five to seven inches in diameter. The flowers
Plants now ready to sell from 2% inch pots.
at $1.00 per doz.; $7.00 per 100. No less than 50
plants at 100 rates. Cash with order. Orders
for May will be booked now.
GODFREY ASCHMANN,
1013 Ontario St., Rising Sun, Philadelphia, Pa.
WHIN WRmNO HINTION THE PIORISTS- EXCHANOC
American Carnation Society
SIXTH ANNUAL MEETING,
The Exhibition.
At the exhibition, held In Collei?e Hall
on Thursday forenoon, there was a large
attendance, with the Middle States well
represented. Marked improvement in
every respect was noticed in the flowers
shown. There were twenty six individual
exhibitors.
The judges appointed were:
On seedlings: E. H. McCaul, Adam
Graham, Wm. Scott.
Vases of 1(10 Blooms: Theodore Beck
J. B. Deamud, G. L. Grant.
Special Premiums: H. A. Hart, George
Beyer, Wm. Hall.
PRIZE LIST— SPECIALS.
E. G. Hill's Mars (scarlet) took the Wei
mar prize for best seedling, any color, nol
yet named and not In commerce.
J. M. G.isser took the'Soott prize for best
100 blooms of that name.
E. G. Hill took the Hlppard prize for
best 100 white on exhibition with Flora
Hill.
Wm. Murphy took the Witterstaetter
prize for best 100 blooms of Emma
Wocher.
Weber & Son took the Myers & Samt-
man prizs (or b"8t Delia Fox.
Weber & Son also captured the Betscher
Bros, prize for best exhibit of standard
varieties, not less than twelve of a kind,
W. N. Rudd won the Dailledouze prlz
tor best 100 scarlet.
R, Witterstaetter took the Ward cup fo
best white seedling with Evelina.
PREMIUMS.
Best 100 blooms, white— E. G. Hill first,
with Flora Hill ; Dorner & Son, second and
third.
Best 100 blooms, light pink— R. Witter-
staetter first, with Emma Wocher; Hugh
Graham, second; A. Sunderbrucb. third.
Best 100 blooms, dark pink— W. N. Rudd
third, with Rose Queen.
Best 100 blooms, scarlet— W. N. Rudd
first, with Jubilee: E. G. Hill, second;
Dorner & Son, third.
Best 100 yellow variegated — Breitmeyer
& Son first, with Mayor Pingree ; W. R.
Shelmlre. second ; W. N. Rudd, third.
Best 100 white variegated— Dorner &
Son first, with Geo. M. Bradt ; Stuart &
Haugh, second.
Collection of 500 assorted blooms, judged
by variety and quality— Dorner & Son
first, with a magnificent exhibition. In-
cluding many promising seedlings.
Dorner & Son. certificate for White
Uloud and Storm Queen.
Hugh Graham, certificate for Victor.
W. J. & M. S. Vesey, of Fort Wayne,
was awarded a preliminary certificate for
Wayne, a scarlet variety.
A number of very excellent seedlings,
only lacking a few points for a certificate,
were also shown.
Thursday Evening Session.
The opening session was on Thursday
evening, at 8 o'clock, in the Gibson House,
There was a very large audience present.
His Honor, Mayor Caldwell, made the ad-
dress of welcome to the delegates and paid
a high compliment to the moral standing
of fiorists as citizens. He offered the ser-
vices of himself and the municipal officers
in any way that might help them, and
tendered the guests the freedom of the
city. His speech was interspersed with
humorous remarks and was well received
William Scott, of Buffalo, delivered n
telling response, saying in part: "It Is
not for your commercial wealth we admire
Cincinnati, but Itls for your free hospitals,
free libraries, your colleges of learning,
your works of art, your parks for recrea-
tion, and numberless other Institutions
which tend to mend the body and cultivate
the mind." Mr. Scott referred to Cincin-
nati's hospitality to the National Society
at its first meeting there; also to the ad
vance made In carnation culture, humor-
ously coupling names of varieties. He
spoke feelingly of the society's loss through
death of President Harry L. Sunderbrucb,
to whose memory he paid a glowing trib-
ute. After touching on the value of con-
ventions, Mr. Scott closed with an apt quo-
tation from Thomas Grey.
Mr. E. G. Glllett. president of the Cin-
cinnati Florists' Society, welcomed the
guests In a neat speech.
Mr. E. H. Michel, of St. Louis, replied
for the delegates In his characteristic good
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equal importance and almost of as great
vitality as the parent association. He re-
ferred to the city's enthusiasm in carna-
tion culture as surpassing that of growers
in larger centers and thanked the visitors'
hosts for their hospitality.
Secretary Albert M. Herr, of Lancaster,
Pa., reported little change in membership,
and endorsed the suggestion of the Ex-
ecutive Committee to send out circular
bulletins to members, which has been done.
Treasurer Charles H. Allen was unavoid-
ably detained from the meeting, owing to
the illness of Mrs. Allen.
The Nomenclature Committee reported
forty-seven new varieties as having been
registered during the past year, but com-
plained of their work having been much
hampered by many varieties being named
but not registered, and advised the society
not to recognize such.
This Committee also recommended that
originators obtain consent before naming
a variety after individuals.
The President's address was discussed
by Messrs. Ward, Scott, Hill, Michel and
Dorner. Recommendations were made
looking to a fixed scale of points, Inspec-
tion of plants of new kinds growing in
house of originator, reduction of number
of blooms necessary to obtain a prelim-
inary certificate to one dozen, and to have
classes for collections of one hundred, so
as to give small growers every opportunity
to exhibit.
Adam Graham suggested that a larger
display of plants in pots be called for to
aid judges in their work.
There was a general opinion that two
.scales could be adopted, one for exhibition
and one for commercial sorts. A com-
mittee was appointed to revise tlie scale
.and report same on Friday ; also to draw
up a set of resolutions on the death of
President Harry L. Sunderbrucb.
A motion was passed to charge a regis-
tration fee of $1 00 for each new variety
registered, and that the Secretary and
Nomenclature Committee revise the pres-
ent list of varieties with a view to showing
those that had been disseminated and those
which had not.
Mr. Shelmire's paper was read by Mr.
E. H. Giesy. '
Chicago was selected as the next place
of meeting.
At the election of ofiicers, which took
olace on Friday afternoon, Mr. W. N.
Rudd, of Chicago, was elected President,
Mr. Fred. Dorner, Jr., Vice President;
Chas. H. Allen, Treasurer, and Albert M.
Herr, Secretary.
Mr. Richard Witterstaetter, acting presi-
dent, delivered hia address as follows:
nd friends of the
conventlo
Carnation Society; It is
sincere regret that I ansi
make the address in place i
chosen at our last annua
New York.
In the death of our president. Harry L.
Sunderbrucb. I feel that we have sustained
a loEB almost irreparable. He was a man
who always showed the greatest interest
in the love for horticulture, particularly
floriculture. He wae an honor to our pro-
fession; foremost and untiring in his ef-
forts to promote and elevate it to that
higher plane where all who love it wish to
see it placed.
He was as conscientious in executing all
duties intrusted to him as though they were
his own. His genial disposition endeared
him to all who knew him. Those who were
so fortunate as to possess his friendship
cherished it as a pearl without price. His
generous hand was ever ready to help thoise
in need. Why he was taken from our midst
at this seemingly inopportune time we shall
only comprehend when we. too. have passed
through the valley of the shadow of death.
His interest in this society, and his love
for the carnation was well known, attend-
ing, as he did. all the annual conventions
and exhibitions of this association. He
had often expressed the wish to make thi,5
exhibit and meeting the best in the history
of the society, and he looked forward with
joyful expectation to the prospect of view-
ing the new and meritorious varieties that
would be placed on exhibition here to-
day.
This being our sixth annual convention,
we can look backward with pardonable
pride at the results accomplished by this
association, and look forward to the greater
love, interest, popularity and improvement
of our favorite — the Divine Flower.
As for improvements. I will venture to
predict that you will be pleasantly sur-
prised. You will not regret that you have
eecriflced your time, and come long dis-
tances, to help by your presence to make
this, our sixth annual convention, & suc-
cess, both by your exhibits and by generous-
ly giving your experiences of the past year.
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The F'i-Orists' Exchange.
cross-fertilization, and these, in time, make
their appearance at our annual exhibitions
to compete for the society's certificate of
At our meeting in Cleveland last Au-
gust we adopted a scale of points to he
used at this exhibition in judging new
varieties that come in competition for this
certificate. It remains to be seen whether
this scale will muster more or less desir-
able commercial varieties than heretofore.
Should we not also adopt another scale
to judge varieties for exhibition? Such va-
rieties as produce large, first class blooms,
but sparingly; I would include IMme. Diaz,
Albertini and Storm King in this class;
these are not generally cultivated as com-
mercial varieties.
Thus tar our society has not used the
same scale at two successive meetings.
Should this scale prove satisfactory let it
remain in force; should the contrary be the
case, let us have your opinions freely as to
wherein lies its weak points. This should
be given your most careful consideration.
Have it as perfect as possible and then
adopt it permanently. We certainly should
adopt a scale to be used in judging our
standard varieties, which we call for an-
nually. It would be more satisfactory to
those competing and would help place their
exhibits more intelligently; it would prob-
ably increase the number of our exhibitors,
which is most desirable. We should re-
quest committees, who have the manage-
ment of our Fall exhibitions, to use our
scale in judging new varieties, where a
schedule calls for them, for a certificate or
special prize, and report the results to our
society. These should be recorded in our
annual report, and by this means members
would be enabled to become better ac-
quainted with the behavior of the flower in
the early Winter months.
The action of this society in Boston, in
requesting the different florists' clubs to
appoint committees to pass on all new
carnations in their vicinity, was an im-
portant one, and we should encourage
special carnation exhibits at the December
meetings, by contributing to such displays.
This would not only help to make our an-
nual report more valuable, but would in-
crease the demand for high-grade blooms
and be a benefit to those in the trade in
general, where these exhibitions are held.
Here, in Cincinnati, we held our second
annual carnation display in December, and
if those interested could but realize what
a benefit these exhibits are, they would not
hesitate to undertake them at that time in
their own cities.
At our meeting at New York your presi-
dent, in his address, touched upon the sub-
ject of registration, and the number that
our list contains that have never passed
beyond their place of birth, and most of
which are now entirely extinct.
In our last report we find eighty new
varieties registered, of which seven have
been disseminated and six more are of-
fered; and if we add twelve more it will
amount to about all of that list of eighty
that will ever be heard from. Of what
value is so large a list of names when we
have so few now in existence? The only
benefit derived is that it will prevent the
duplication of names. But of what benefit
is it to him who consults its pages with
a view to finding those in cultivation?
It has been the custom of growers of new
varieties to send in the names of their sec-
ond year seedlings. When the time arrives
for Its dissemination something comes to
light in its nature which proves the variety
worthless. It is then consigned to the rub-
bish heap, regrets, variety and all. Nothing
remains but the name in our register to
indicate that such a variety really existed.
Why should this name be left there? If
we cannot by some system prevent these
names from multiplying, let us at least
keep them from our disseminated list.
What shall we do to increase our mem-
bers? We are not growing as fast as we
should, or might wish. Unfortunately, we
have been named the "Rooted Cutting So-
ciety." If such impressions still exist, we
can say that no society of tradesmen meet
in convention but what they transact more
or less business. Let us show by our con-
duct why we attend these conventions. Let
us be prompt at the opening of our meet-
ings and invite non-members to come with
us, and infuse them with the same en-
thusiasm that is possessed by ourselves.
Another opportunity would be at the ex-
hibitions of the different Florists' Clubs,
where quite a number visit that do not
come to our annual exhibition. All those
who are engaged in the cultivation of the
carnation, should be impressed with the
duty of becoming members and of sharing
the burdens of this society, for they are
reaping the benefit.s of the popularity of
the carnation, which can justly be attrib-
uted to this society.
Do not let us become over-confident in
our strength, as therein lies our danger.
Let us be active in soliciting new members.
Our society is not unlike a strong shoot,
which requires constant care and watch- |
fulness to develop it into a vigorous plant.
Let each and every member suggest
something for the welfare of this assoeia- I
tion, no matter of how little importance it
may seem. It may be the means of bring-
ing to light considerable that may he of
benefit to us. Discuss freely and thoroughly
the papers and questions which are brought
before our meetings. Give generously your
experience of the past year, thus helping
to make our report of utmost value.
Again, fellow members, I earnestly re-
quest you, every one, to aid us by your
prompt and regular attendance; by enter-
ing heartily into the spirit of the meetings,
to make this, otir sixth annual convention,
the success so earnestly desired by our
dead friend and president, Harry L. Sun-
derbruch.
The Carnation, from the Taking
of the Cutting to Planting
in the Field,
Paper prepared by W. R. Shelmire of Avo-nrlalf,
/*a. and read before the American Carna-
iiiin Society at Cincinnati, Feb. IS. 1897.
The old-fashioned way of propagating the
carnation was by layering, a method still
ufed largely in Europe. Of layering. Nich-
olson's "Dictionary of Gardening" says:
"This method is far more generally adopted
than any other, whether the plants are
growing in pots, borders or beds. The
end of July or beginning of August is the
best time for layering. Before commencing
a compost of leaf mould, loam and sharp
sand in nearly equal proportion should be
prepared. Some pegs can be made of
broken stems or other material of a like
nature, which will decay in the soil, A
layer of compost, about two inches in
thickness, should be placed around each
plant, as in this the young plants will root.
The shoots selected should be denuded of
a few of their leaves at the base of the
young w^ood, and a slit mtist be made from
this point upwards, extending through a
joint of the bare stem, so that a tongue is
formed. The layers should next be care-
fully pegged down in their place, keeping
the incision open. About one inch of soil
must then be placed over the layered part
to a little beyond the peg,
well watered. If dry weathe
be
it will
but care must be taken that the shoots are
not denuded of soil. Plants layered in
pots should be placed in the open till they
are rooted, which usually takes a month
I make this quotation to serve as a com-
parison with the mode of propagation uni-
versally employed in this country, and it
may also he of some service to those who
may have a belated seedling, or may wish
to gain time in the increase of valuable
The method of increase by pips in
reality originated in Europe, but has
reached its highest development and great-
est perfection in this country. It is prac-
tically the only method in use by com-
mercial growers. The stock can be in-
creased by pips much more rapidly, chiefly
and efficiently than by layering, and the re-
sulting plants will he just as good, healthy
and thrifty if the proper care has been ex-
ercised in selection. And for the purpose
of winter bloom very much superior, be-
cause they can be rooted so much earlier
in the season.
The plants should be well established in
the benches, and making a strong, healthy
growth before propagating operations be-
gin. Of course this will depend very much
on the time the plants were housed. But
independent of that, one will hardly wish
to set the first lot of cuttings before De-
cember. If he does it would be better to
take the cuttings from the plants in the
field. For summer bloom for the following
season this latter plan is probably the
best. For this purpose I take cuttings dur-
ing October and November from the stock
that has bloomed during the preceding
summer, and which will be found very full
of stout and healthy pips. As soon as they
are rooted they are heeled in rather thick-
ly in a bench in a moderately cool house.
They are carried here till the latter part
of February or in March (cutting back once
only), when they are potted and placed in
a cold frame, and there held until time to
plant out, which will be as soon as the
ground can be made ready in the spring.
In potting this kind of stock, I use 214-inch
pots and place two, sometimes three, plants
in a pot. This saves a great deal of room
in the field and reduces the labor of cul-
J
tivation and in picking the flowers. The
rooted cuttings may be potted or frayed at
once from the sand and placed in cold
frames, but having the coldest part of the
winter to go through, the frames should be
deep and well protected by both sashes and
covers. But I don't believe they will make
so good plants as when they have been
kept growing gradually without check, and
they are pretty sure to receive a severe
check in our climate if carried all winter
in frames.
This method of fall propagation has been
recommended for the general increase of
the stock of winter bloom. For that pur-
pose I see no advantage In it. The plants,
in all probability, will be too large and
coarse; they will cost more to raise in
labor and expense; they will take up too
much room when planted indoors, and will
not yield as many flowers, nor as good, as
thrifty young stock of half the size. As to
the question of health, there is no reason
whatever why cuttings struck during the
latter part of winter, from properly grown
stock, should not be just as healthy aud
vigorous as cuttings kept shivering in cold
frames all winter, and I am inclined to
think very much healthier. If a house be
devoted to them, where they can be kept
growing condi
for
tha
The time to select stock for the following
winter's bloom is from December to April.
After the latter date they may still be
rooted, but with increasing difficulty as
the outside air gets warmer and the days
grow longer. Varieties that bloom late I
should prefer to propagate early (Decem-
ber and January), and those that grow-
quickly, say during February and March.
I prefer to take my pips from the bloom-
ing shoots or canes, and from healthy and
vigorous plants only. Selecting short,
well developed pips, avoiding those
vards the
the stem, which
run to bud and make plants totally worth-
less, and leaving one or two on the lower
part of the stem for the next crop of flow-
ers. Thus from one to half a dozen or more
good pips can be obtained from every cane,
which will give ample stock for one's ow-n
use and a good deal to spare. One can go
further than this and take ail the cuttings
in sight, both pips and ends of shoots not
yet budded. And perhaps to rapidly in-
crease the stock of a scarce variety this may
be excusable. But I do not recommend
this robbery in any case, and the plants
will, in my opinion, certainly suffer if
the practice is persisted in.
I prefer, in most cases, to take cuttings
by the method called "pulling." Grasp
the pip with thumb and finger about or be-
low the first joint and give a sharp pull,
holding the lower part of the plant with
the other hand if there is any danger of
loosening it in the soil. The cutting will
part with a snap, leaving the stub end on
the stem. Where the pip breaks will be
found to be the very best place for it to
take root. Cuttings thus pulled will need
no trimming or further preparation of any
sort, and are ready at once to set in the
sand. It used to be my practice in com-
mon with others to break the pips out side-
wise from the joint, trimming off the lower
leaves and usually cutting oft the lower
point of the heel. This made an extra
handling and took considerable time, and
they seldom rooted as well as they do by
the method above described. Indeed, my
first experience with carnation cuttings was
to trim all the leaves to the top severely.
By experimenting I soon found this was not
only unnecessary labor, but the cuttings
so trimmed never rooted so well. While
this has been my experience there may be
3 the
tell
lath as a guide. The pips are inserted in
ho furrow about two to the inch, a little
tliicker or thinner according to their size.
The lath is laid along the outside of the
and tamped hard with a piece of iron.
The lath remains for a guide for the next
Dw; and so on along the bench. Lastly,
le cuttings are given a thorough watering.
The best place to have the propagating
bench is where it vrill be the most conveni-
ent to have It, and securing for it at the
same time tie coolest and shadiest part of
the house. Of course. It Is always best to
have a house specially devoted to propaga-
on, and where the business is carried on
n a large scale the propagating house is
idispensable. Bottom heat can be used or
ot, as thought best. For my part I prefer
1st a little, and use two 1%-inch hot water
pipes under my propagating benches, which
ire 31/2 feet wide.
There are three Important matters to be
ittended to in the management of the cut-
Ing bench. The regulation of the tempera-
ure, moisture and shading. The pips will
■oat best in the same temperature in which
.he plants themselves were growing, avoid-
ng, ot course, the higher temperature of
the flowering houses during clear days.
; temperature Is from 55 to 65 degrees,
at that degree of heat steadily maln-
ed the cuttings will root in a month or
less time. But there are good reasons why
ii5 not the best temperature (an aver-
ot 60 degrees)— the main reason being
the danger of cutting bed fungus. At 60 de-
grees and over this dreaded disease is al-
ost sure to make its appearance, while
ider 60 degrees it will seldom be seen.
Id at 55 degrees there is little danger in-
deed to be apprehended from it. Then I
think we obtain a more robust plant by
lowering the temperature a little. I would
then select 50 to 55 degrees as the proper
degree of heat (of the air, the sand may be
very slightly warmer) for rooting a carna-
tion cuttings. If they go a little below 60
degrees at night (even to 45 degrees), or a
little above 60 degrees in the daytime for a
short time, no harm is done. Still I woUld
keep the temperature as regular as possible.
At this temperature they will root in from
four to five weeks, and will not be troubled
with fungus. At least that is my experi-
ence. As to moisture, I would say, observe
by all means the rule to keep the sand
thoroughly wet until they begin to si.ike
root, when the sand may be allowed to dry
out somewhat, but never to become so dry
as to hurt the roots. If bottom heat is
used the bed will dry out faster, and they
must then he watched more closely. The
cuttings should be syringed more or less,
according as to whether they dry off quickly
or the contrary. When they need syring-
ing or watering I would not hesitate to ap-
ply the water even at nightfall. In fact.
ever, I consider the proper "pulling" of the
cutting a very Important matter, not only
saving time, but giving us cuttings in the
best possible shape to root.
I think it is useless to give any minute
instructions as to the preparation of the
cutting bench. Let such materials be used
as are ready at hand. Any kind of good
clean sand is admissible— road sand, rotten
rock, limestone sand, coal dust, silver sand,
even soil itself, in fact anything that will
retain water. Whatever material is used
simply serves to hold up the cutting and
supply it with the necessary moisture.
This is easily proved by the fact that cut-
tings will strike readily over a tumbler ol
water if supported by inserting them
through holes in a card, the proper condi-
tions being supplied in other particulars. 1
prefer to use the cleanest and sharpest
sand I can get. Not too fine, as it then
packs too hard, and the roots ot the cut-
tings are difficult to remove from it. Not
too coarse, as then it will not hold mois-
ture. About three inches of sand is placed
on the bench and well firmed and levelled
by pounding. It Is then well watered. A
furrow is made across the sand by pressing
into it the edge of a piece of glass, using
the
for :
two at least after being placed In sand.
After that time has elapsed they had better
not be watered unless the sand is really
The cuttings must not be allowed to wilt,
and to prevent this shading will be re-
quired, unless the propagating bench is so
situated that the sun never shines upon it.
After the trial of many things I have set-
tled down to the steady use of newspapers
for shading. This may seem like a homely
and even slovenly makeshift to use for this
purpose; but there is nothing I have ever
tried that answers the purpose better, or
nearly as good. Newspapers are alwayi? at
hand, cheap, effective, and what is more
important suit the case exactly. The large
sheets are the best, and of course, they
should be kept clean and changed it need
be frequently. One thickness is sufficient-
one and no more— that casts just the re-
quisite amount of shade. As soon as the
sun strikes the cuttings the papers
are placed over aud resting directly
on them, and so that no air will
pass under them. It is just as im-
portant to keep the air from them in
case of ventilation, as to shade them from
the sun. As the sun passes off the pape s
are removed and laid away under the
bench. Not only is it necessary to shade
from the sun, but there is often a diffused
bright light from a cloudy sky that will wilt
the cuttings almost as badly as the full sun.
They should be shaded during such cloudy
days. also. The shading must be kept up
until the cuttings are starting to root, w'nen
they can by degrees be allowed to have
more sunlight.
The house should be ventilated when 60
degrees is reached, and kept down from GO
to 65 degrees on bright days. As above
stated, the cuttings are covered during
ventilation to protect them from the drafts,
and laths may then be laid across the pa-
pers to keep them from blowing oft. The
object is to Veep the cuttings from wilting.
They may get a little soft or flaggy at
times, but when once really wilted they are
The Plorists* Exchmnge.
167
"done for," to use a handy phrase. As the
season advances it will be found to be more
and more difficult to lieep down the tem-
perature of the house. Shading should
then be placed on the glass— say a light
stripe' of whitewash down ench flight of
glass, and the shading over the cuttings
regulated accordingly.
A word as to the second or continued use
of the sand. If the proper temperature has
been observed no fungus or green mold
will appear, and the sand will be good for
the season. It is my practice, however, to
remove about an inch from the top and re-
place with fresh sand for every batch of
cuttings. If fungus appears the only sate
plan is to change the sand entirely, clean
, the bench out and give it a good coat of
thick whitewash.
When the cuttings are well rooted (it
is not well to take them out until they are)
they should be taken from the sand, and
if not wanted for immediate shipment,
potting or fraying, they can be heeled in
dirt in a cool bench about half as thick as
they stood in the sand, the rows being a
little wider apart. They can thus be held
for another month, and will improve won-
derfully in that time.
The young plants may be potted or tray-
e<3 at once. In potting use 2x3 rose pots,
and the pots may be set to break joints.
In traying place the plants about one and a
half inches apart each way. Use good
potting soil, as one would use for other
plants. .Another plan is to prick them out
at once in the bench, letting them stand
the same distance apart as they would in
the trays. They can be thus held till
planting out time.
All this young stock should he held in a
cool, well ventilated house, where the tem-
perature can be kept at 40 to 45 degrees at
night. It is a great advantage to move the
plants into cold frames during March and
later, but I would recommend that they be
not placed in the frames until well estab-
lished. Plants that are potted must be
watched that they do not become pot bound.
Thrifty, strong growing kinds will soon
fill the pots full of roots and the balls will
become so hard as to make the plants
worthless. Before this happens knock the
plants out of the pots and set the balls in
flats, using a little fresh dirt on bottom
and in the interstices. Many object to the
use of pots because of the great liability
to injury by becoming pot bound. I think
there is no danger if the precaution is
taken to shift them as stated. With that
been
It the
potted plants do the best. Plats are much
less objectionable in that respect, though
the plants should not stay too long in them.
Of course, during all these stages care must
them, and set, not directly on the dirt,
but on slats a little raised from the sur-
face—a precaution particularly to be ob-
served when setting the flats in the trameis.
The young plants will no doubt need some
weeding, which must be attended to in
time; and if they are making a good growth
many of the plants may be topped once be-
fore planting out, which follows as the next
operation as soon as the weather will per-
The Carnation from the Time it is
planted in the Field Until its
Usefulness has Expired.
Paper prepared and read bii Mr. Henry Weher,
of OdWaiid, Md, before the Americnv r„r-
natum Sucietu. ai CiiiHniiati, Feb 19.
In taking up the subject where Mr.
Shelmire has left off, I will say that my
own experience will furnish the basis of
my remarks, and if I relate anything here
which is contrary to the experience of any
of you present, please make due allowances
for any peculiarity which our soil or cli-
mate may possess.
To go into details would furnish matter
sufficient to fill a volume. I will not tax
your patience by repeating over again the
hundred and one little things that might
be mentioned in connection with the care
of the carnation in the field and house, but
will confine my remarks to a few of what
I regard as the most essential prerequis-
ites to carnation culture, and will treat
each separately in its own turn.
First on our list is planting in the field.
Before we can plant, however, we must
have a suitable soil. I might say here that
we have many kinds of soil on our place,
varying from light, swamp muck to heavy
clay. We have tried them all for field cul-
vith
of :
best results have
soil, and what I may term a medium-light
loam. We get splendid plants from both
these, but on account of the plants lifting
so much better in the lighter soil, I give it
the preference. There are a few excep-
tions, however, in the varieties. Among
these are Buttercup and McGowan. They
will not flourish in a light soil; at least,
they do not with us. A heavy timothy
fall
le our carnation field the coming summer.
. fair coating of rough stable manure be-
ng added. As all of our land is deficient
n lime a liberal amount of it is also added
uring the winter.
In the spring, at the approach of plant-
ng time, which, in our locality, on ac-
ount of our naturally late seasons, is
liddle of May, we plow again
small
this
this
thor.
dressing of pure grot:
oughly worked in with a revolving-disc
harrow, after which the finishing touches
are put on with the leveling harrow and
drag, and we are ready to plant.
Two methods of planting present them-
selves: first, in rows about two and one-
halt feet apart and eight or ten inches in
the row; second, in beds of from eight to
twelve rows each, the plants being four-
teen inches apart each way. Both systems
have their advocates. Those planting m
wide rows claim a considerable saving in
labor, as the cultivating is all done with
the horse. In spite of this I prefer the bed
system; first, on account of the value of the
soil as prepared for planting— soil treated
half of
been is too valuable for one-
I be used simply for a horse to
and forth upon; second, we
have, on our place, a good supply of boys
just the right age to run the hand culti-
vators, so it furnishes employment for the
bovs; third, a crop of something which
might be grown on the other half of the
piece will doubtless more than pay for the
extra labor required. To sum it up. an I
see it. the advocates of the wide rows ex-
pend about double the amount of labor in
getting the soil ready, fertilizers, etc.,
used, that I do, to obtain the same results:
however, it matters very little which sys-
tem is used so far as the plants are con-
cerned.
In removing the plants from the flats we
cut them out in squares, and as our soil
is very pliable and mellow we experience
no difliculty in putting them in with the
ordinary planting stick. Place the roots
just deep enough to be covered nicely, only
slightly deepe
nly.
Thi
con
Deep planting is the incubator
of stem-rot. The fact that the carnation
makes a great many surface roots is
abundant evidence that it requires a cer-
tain amount of air, and, possibly, light. I
have on different occasions examined
plants affected with stem-rot, and found
that where plants seemed to partially re-
cover, new roots had formed further up
the stem near the surface of the soil— a
most decided protest against deep plant-
ing—and a better illustration than this I
would not want.
Stem-rot is a constitutional disease,
therefore, plants affected with it will im-
part it to any cuttings taken from them.
It will certainly sooner or later kill a plant
that is affected with it. I regard this as
a dangerous disease. Deep hoeing and cul-
tivating should never be resorted to.
All that will be needed from now until
the first of August is to keep the beds free
of weeds and the surface of the soil loose.
After this the plants will ha^e become so
large that working between them will
cause more harm than good.
Pinching back will demand its share of
attention. This must be done carefully and
not kept up too long. The late bloomers
and slow growers should never be pinched
back more than once; it this has been done
in the greenhouse so much the better. I
am not avense to all plants showing a few
being housed; it will not
the
the
We
to the
history; that
forgot te
qua
leas
tho greatest essentials of plant life— light
and air— are to a large extent lacking.
These are the main factors which aid the
plant to take up the nourishment from the
sell. With these two important factors
impaired, it behooves us to have such a
soil as will not only contain plant food in
good proportions, but it also must be of
such a texture as will induce perfect root
action. I care not how evenly balanced a
soil may be in plant food, if it does not
produce perfect root action the best results
cannot be obtained. Such a soil may be
found anywhere, from what I will term a
heavy light to a light heavy soil; either ex-
treme I regard as Incapable of the best re-
sults.
ow under a good heavy sc
ut not as deep as for field
d I regard as the best pos
)n for a carnation soil; its
ots and heavy crowns insu
pply of^humus, in which the
ble manure and Hi
5 for field culture.
Ight
plentiful
[lation de-
re added.
little more cow manure is added, and a
heavy dressing of pure ground bone. Bone
I consider as practically indispensable in
carnation culture. With the addition yet
of a liberal dressing of wood ashes, the
soil contains all the ingredients necessary
to insure a well-developed plant and flower.
The most prominent of these are potash,
icid. From wood
pota
this
subsi
id fr(
of potash IE
nswer very well. Nitrogen
d stable manure, and phos-
bone. There are a great many brands of
bone meal and ground bone on the market,
of various degrees of purity, a good many
of which contain a greater or lesser
amount of injurious acids. Of the many
find !
ned
The steamed bone, as plant food, be-
comes available almost immediately; for
this reason we prefer it for out-door use,
which permits of it being added to the soil
a Short time before planting. For in-
doors we use the raw bone entirely. It
must, however, be mixed with the soil
about two months before it is wanted for
use, as, being rather coarse, it does not
become immediately available, but when
used in this way it is just about right. I
am sure that all of you will agree with
me that a thorough preparation of the soil
which we are about to use is one of the
cornerstones of successful culture of the
Divine Flower, and If we fail to give it the
attention and study it should have, our
chances of obtaining the best results will,
to say the least, be greatly impaired. I
would not for an instant think that our
method of preparing the soil is the best, or
could not be improved upon. On the con-
trary. I recognize the fact that there are
many other ways which are as good, and.
possibly, better. If the desired results are
obtained it matters very little as to the
method of preparation.
are
ily one
make a practice of reir
half of the soil from the benches. I would
just as soon think of using it entirely as
oniy half of it. This practice, if it still
exists, should be relegated to the rear
and rememhered only as a relic of the
past.
Lit us suppose now that the hDuses have
been emptied and thoroughly disinfected
with lime, which has been well sprinkled
under the benches, and used freely as a
wash on all woodwork which is not painted;
the soil is now hauled in and placed on the
benches four inches deep and lightly firmed
down, and we are ready for the plants.
We commence housing about the 20th
of August. There are two reasons why we
commence so early, the first and most
important one being to give the plants an
opportunity of becoming thoroughly estab-
lished before cold, dark weather sets in.
Tho
pla
they
n-ill find it quite an item
tting flowers tor the holi-
days. The second reason (and a very
good one, too), is that we can always look
for light frosts to commence after the first
week in September.
The Ideal time for lifting is in a dry
spell, on a cloudy day; however, we never
wait for the latter when we are ready to
plant. In lifting some advocate retaining a
ball of earth, while others say shake it off.
A hard chunk of clay adhering to the roots
will, throughout the season, prove a draw-
back to that plant; on the other hand, to
shake the soil off entirely must necessarily
tear off many of the roots of the plant;
this, in addition to the serious check given
the plant by removing all the soil, stamps
it as pertaining to an imperfect method.
In my opinion, the proper method
the
to ad-
Is the
here to the roots. Our experlem
to me that this conservative com
right one. One man with a spade can lift:
a plant very nicely In our soil by placing
the spade a few inches away from the plant,
holding it almost perpendicular and driving
it well Into the soil, prying the pl.int up
with one hand and pressing the soil on the
opposite side with the other, causing It to
break. Others oome behind, remove a por-
tion of the soil, and place In boxes deep
enough to prevent toppling over, when the
plants are hauled directly to the house.
rieties like Uncle John. Hector and
mph should be planted at least from
13 inches apart each way. McGowan
be planted as close as eight inches,
ing very deficient in foliage. Many err
lanting too close. Close planting is
jpagating bed for all sorts of diseases
Insects, and whenever it is practiced
Impossible to get fine cuttings.
. hole large enough
the
tha
in
appened to be too deep the
the roc
do not plant it
and press firmly and the job is well done.
Water thoroughly until the soil Is wet
through; if a single watering will not ac-
complish this, follow it up in a few min-
utes with another. By all means get it wet
through. After this give no more water
until the soil shows signs of getting dry.
Meantime spray lightly several times a day
to take the place of shading, which is an
injury rather than a benefit to the plants.
After the plants have become well estab-
lished all EPiaylng should ceise, and the
foliage be kept dry from then on until
spring. Apply the water direct to the soil
between the rows. I believe this Is fast
becoming recognized as the only proper way
to water Overhead watering has seen Its
day;
the
chief it 1
sed
By this practice
Id fill
the foliage bloom-
against diseases- has been continually
washed off and weakened, thus making the
plants far more susceptible to diseases.
But we are advancing continually, and I
am happy to state that this, too, will soon
belong to the past.
To faciliUte watering the V-shaped wire
netting amounts to almost a necessity. It
not only affords convenience in watering,
but secures a good circulation of air under
the plants, which Is In Itself no small con-
sideration. This netting should not he
placed in position until a month or six
weeks after the plants have been housed,
so that opportunity may be afforded to re-
move any weeds which may appear.
Ventilation is a whole study In Itself.
Now that we have the plants transferred
to the houses, what authority shall we
consult on this most important subject?
Where shall we find a precedent for the
Could we find a better illustration than
the fresh, bracing air of autumn and the
cool nights? Why this increased growth
now when all nature is preparing to go
asleep? This is proof positive that the car-
nation delights in an abundance of cool,
fresh air. If not, why does it not thrive
as well during the warm, sultry season of
summer? We must remember that our
newly transplanted plants are still outdoor
plants, and that the process of changing
pla
spelled by
gradual. Give fresh ai
titles. Any dampnesi
weather be not cold, s
a little fire heat. As the season advances
and we settle down to steady firing, re-
member we want to maintain that bracing
autumn air as faithfully as possible; to
accomplish this the ventilators will have
to be looked after with a perseverance that
never tires. There are not many days in
the course of a winter when some ventila-
tion may not be given. There are also
many mild nights when a little ventilation
would he verv beneficial, and the night
man should have particular instructions
to regulate the matter. A night tempera-
ture of 53 to 55 degrees will suit most va-
rieties; on cloudy days, during winter, it
should not go above 60; bright days 65 to
70 degrees. Have the thermometers turned
away from the sun. You cannot get the
correct temperature of the house with the
sun shining on the face of the glass.
I am not an authority on supports and
wiring. You have already heard, or know,
more about this than I can tell you. Our
carnations grow unusually erect and we
have therefore not made the same progress
In this direction as others have.
About the first of December commence
giving a little weak liquid manure. Re-
peat the dose in two weeks, and as the
days lengthen Increase a little in strength
and give oftener.
With us the c
of usefulness does not
R-ant to clean the houses
to receive the new stock.
I might say that summer treatment con-
sists of plenty of ventilation at the top
and sides, copious waterings, an applica-
tion of good llQuld manure once or twice
a week and Judicious shading. I do not be-
lieve that frequent syringlngs will answer
as a substitute for shading in summer. We
find shading a necessity, if we would have
well colored flowers. With summer treat-
ment, as I have given it, many of our plants
look so thrifty and vigorous at the end of
the season that we are loth to throw them
168
The F=i-orists* Exchange.
QERAMIUMS
UP-TO-DATE
..VARIETIES..
Coleus in variety. Verbena. Mammotti. most
pleasinc colore. etroDp. 75c, per 100; $6 per 1000.
Dwarf Afferatum. Heliotropes, plants $1.00
Herr'B Select Verbenn, PaDsy* Giant Pet-
unia, transplanted Beedling9 65c. per 100.
Write for Cash Discounts and prices on other
D. K. HERR, Rider Avenue, Lancaster, Pa.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
aker, L. CanDins*
Maud Ddan. Pink Ivory, a_
E. Daillednuze, L. Brehmer. Niveus, Tbe Qi
~ Ivory. lora, at »:<.lO
y. W. H. Lii
Ids. Golden
son. at $4.00 per 100. Casb with order.
JOHN C. EISELE,
20th & Ontario Sts., PHILADELPH A. PA
20 cmivsiNTiiEms
ViniETIES
For SI. 00, Po§tage Paid.
HARVEY B. SNOW, Camden, New York
CHOICE STROSG ROOTS, $6 Per 100.
I am
NOVELTIES AND STANDARDS
jr. Try iny'len'der-Jolin°El"it"cli. "
CATALOGUE FREE.
Box 382, Denver, Colo.
n-QRIST'S EXCHANGE
Chrysanthemums
Trade uir" CamatJOHS
has been mailed.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
MARCH 1st.
All the I.eading NoTelties, also strong
sturdy Booted Cattingg of followiDg splendid
varieties of 896.
Modesto, Mrs. Perrin, Glory of the Paciflc,
"' ' ' ory. Wm. Simpson, Kuth Ellis, Liberty,
mercial sorts, in fine healthy cocdition.
CARNATIONS.
March 1st. All the Leading NoveltL
Keady now, 10,000 Alaska, at $2.00 per 100
$15.00 per 1000. 10,000 Wm. Scott, at $1.50 per 100
$10.00 per lOOO. These are nice sturdy cuttings
XHEO. F. BECKERX,
Nkville island,
9 miles below PIttsburK. Pa.
GERANIUMS!
ROOTED CUTTINGS.
Best named sorts, $1.50 per 100 ; $15.00 per lOOO,
Pyrethrum.^'"'^3'lh°v'itPh'Sr™r.*'-'"'
WM. J. CHINNICK. Trenton, N. J.
EXCHANGI
...NEW GIANT...
CALIFORNIAN DAISY.
Very strong rooted cuttings (now ready),
$1.00 per dozen ; $6.00 per 110.
CASH WITH ORDER.
RUDOLPH FISCHER, Great Neck, L. I.
STRONG PLANTS OF LILIUMHARRISII
Sal.OO per 100.
CERANIUIHS.
Mostly double, extra 13ne beddiiie varieties. llk<
■iii.M per ICOi $20.00 per lOOO'. ' ' " . 'n var ety
Ceo. H Benedict, Yorkville, N. Y.
WHEN WWITIWO MENTIOH THE FLOIIISTS- IXCMAHCl
COJL.ESX7f
from flats. $I 35
1 50 per 100. by mall.
Wine. i*SRllerol Ger
per 100. by mail ; lIO.i'U py 1
Feverfew, Lnt ~ '"
Cash or reference wilh order."' ' '""" *'""
C. A. HARRIS & CO., Delanson, N. Y.
rUBIBT-S EXCHANGE
NYMPHCA ODORATA 6IGANTEA,
oOc. per doz.; $3.60 per 100.
Giant Double and Dwf . Double Sweet ilyssum
LANTANA, Dwarf, Yellow Orange.
DWARF BLUE AGERATUM, If;-^,
Also Chrysanthemums, Roses, and other
If it has not been received
THE ASKING
will place it on your desk. I^OSCS
Violets I "• '"'"'^''^' ^^- * ^'"'' *•''*'' "arsh, Md.
HI. B.—200 SOUV. du PRESIDENT
CARNOT Roses, from 2yi in. pots,
in the best of condition, ready to
sttift. Price for immediate delivery
on application.
NATHAN SMITH & SON,
ADRIAN, MICHIGAN.
GERANIUMS!
Double Grant. La Favorite, S. A. Nutt out
ot2>iinch pots, fine plants, $2.50 per 100; 4'inch
pot plants, extra strong, $6 00 per 100.
DORMANT CANNAS. Mine. Crozy, $2.00 per
100, line ; mixed, $2.00 per 100.
CUTTINGS of Double Grant, La Favoiite
Geraniums. Daybreak, Wm. Scott, McGowan,
Portia Carnations, $1.00 per 100, free by mail.
HARRISM LILIES, fine plants, Sots, per bud.
PAUL MADER, East Strondsbnrg, Pa.
DEFEPEB
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
mim
DEFENDER. Bright Dark Crimson, reflexed, does not show under side of
petals. Z% ft. size, 9 inches stout stem, good foliage up to the bloom easy to
grow. Best Crimson to date, N. C. S. Certificate. 50c. each ; JS.OO per doz ■
$3.5.00 per 100.
GEO. S. KALB. Early White, Oct. 2d. Slightly reflexed, 3 ft. size 6 to 7 inches
stout stem, good foliage to the bloom. We have grown this 3 years and find
It best all around Early White we have seen, N. C. S. Certificate A money
maker for you. 35c. each; $3.50 per doz.; 125.00 per 100. Distribution Ma-ch 1
CASH OR SATISFACTORY REFERENCE.
FlSHer & ERaS, TollGate,BelairAve., BallliDOFe, Dili.
Trade List for 1897
FREE ON APPLICATION.
SEAWANHAKA GREENHOUSES
Oyster Bay, L. I., N. Y.
50,000 S M I L A X . lLm%T.,
moo. From 2 in. pots, »1.50 per 100. $13.00 per 1000.
^ „,j, pots. $2.50 per 100, »20.00 per 1000.
Hydrant
Sampes. Cash with the or<
KREn. BOERKER. Ct
pe Mar Clt
goniaa. New Abutllons, and a New Dwarf
Double Fuchsia. Correspondence folicited
Ventura by the Sea, Californ
VERBENAS==
rooted cuttings.
ROOTED CUTTINGS
PLANTS. Finestock,
paid.
Send for PRICE LIST of
St Charles
WXIHTS- EXCHANGE
BRIDESMAID ^oid^
wide reputation. PARENT STOCK still exists
in perfect condition at the Sunnywoods Green-
houses. Orders for zj^ inch plants booked now
for 1897. Also Bride, Beauty, Testout, Meteor,
and Perle rose plants.
FRANK L. MOORE, Chatham. New Jersey.
WHEN WRfTINC MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
GREEN AS CRASS
IQammolii VemeDes
Rooted Cuttings. In separate cclors. Per ICO. SOc;
per 1000. f 7.50.
Cash with Order.
FRANK S. PAYNE, Barnard Crossing, N.Y.
Beauti'ul plants, full of buds and bloom. Zy
and 4 in. pots. $500 per 100. Alba MagniflcB"
lovely white, for Easter. Same size and price.
Also Cinerarias, best strain, 4 in pots,
commencing to hud. $5.00 per 100.
Colens CnttiiiKS, 50c. per 100.
Besronlas, Coleus, Geraniums at
$2 00. Cash with orders.
Mrs. M. Cavanaugh, Millers Corners, N. V.
HEADQIIARTEIJS FOR
Hardy Moon Flower IpomiEa Pandurata
Al.oaflnelot of stronir fleld-erown IPO.tlffiA
PANIC0LATA (Mexlcana). Prices low and
sample sent if desired.
Aflnelotot PELAGONIIIMS. Mostly Victor
»6 00 per 100; 6 in. pots, $10.00 per 100,
JAMES FROST, Greenville. Ohio.
INERARIAS.
Fine Strain from 3-i
m,TH0UAWMCE,CCDENMU,7,
WHEN wamNQ MENTION THC FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
$20 per 100,
Special offer to Florists—Twelve leading
kinds, one each: several new ones, $3 per doz.
«U|| iV Strong plants from iiist year, 2H in.
OmiUnA potj^ ,3 00 per 100. Transplanted,
$1.00 per HO; $7.60 per 1000.
HERBACEOUS P£OHY-JapTr"Jo^o' ,XS^^
white, $10.00 per 100.
F. A. BALLER, Bloomington, III.
THE FLORISTS- EXCHANGE
VERBENA KINO
Enn nnn Rooted Verbena Cuttings, the
uuu,uuu gjjggj varieties in cultivation, true
to name, 60 cts. per 100; $5.50 per 1000;
5000 for $35.00 ; 10.000 tor $45.00, express prepaid.
No Rust or Mildew. Satisfaction guaran-
teed in every way. We are THE LARGEST
VERBENA GROWERS IN THE WORLD.
C. HUMFELD, Clay Center^ Kansas.
SEND FOR LIST.
Brook/me, Mass.
James Quinn is
bulbous stock, whii
factorily.
Miss Vass is cut
and roses. The li
beds.
grown
UraftinK Roses— Mr. PalmerVs Method
P. E. Palmer has made a hit in grafting
roses which is worth relating tor the beneflj
of those interested in the subject of grafted
stock vs. cuttings. Owing to the ravages
of the eel worm Mr. Palmer decided to im-
port a tew thousand Manetti stocks and
see if these would defy the pest. It being
May when the stock arrived, the first batch
could not be expected to prove entirely sat-
isfactory, owing to lateness of the season.
However, the result wa^ excellent and very ,
encouraging even at that late date. This
is his method of procedure: The stock is
first trimmed, then the graft is put on. tied
with raffla, and the whole dipped in a solu-
tion of the stick grafting wax. This does
not hurt the plant in the least, as in about
two weeks the tying material rots and falls
away. After grafting the plants are potted
in four-inch pots and kept in that state
me of planting into the beds. Side
earn
utili;
to stage the plants after being potted. No
special treatment is required. With a little
moss spread over the pots to retain the
moisture, a percentage of 95 per cent, can
be guaranteed, as there is no damping oft
or shriveling. The wood is obtained from
old plants which, instead of being dumped
after spring use, are taken from the bench
and heeled In outdoors, together with the
Manetti stocks, which have been already
imported during the winter. The stock is
kept in this condition until danger of frcist
compels the transfer to cold frames, eo a?
to be able to commence the work of graft-
ing early. At time of writing the stock
tor next season's use is being prepared.
.\n early batch, now in four-inch pots, is
immense, having four or five stout shoots
and the red stems that denote vigor. But
few suckers are seen, and these are soon
crowded out when trimming the Manetti:
made may be planted
that the
save buying a second supply. It will be
seen that the cost by this system is prac-
tically nil. and the result is testified to by
the splendid crops that have been cut and
the repelling of those arch enem'.i
grub and eel worm. 'W
the
Indianapolis.
The dark weather of the pa^t few days
has caused some complaining among flor-
ists; they say plants won't bloom. Their
reports vary In regard to business. Prices
are: Growers, violets. SOc. to SI; roses, $3.
$4 and $6; oirnations, .$1.50, $2; smilax,
10c. to 121/20.
Retail prices are: Roses, $1 to $2; Beauty,
$3, $7 and $9 per dozen; carnations, 50c.
to $1; callao, $2 to J3; Harrisii, $2.50 to $3;
valley. SOc. to 75c.; Romans, 50c,; tulips,
SOc. to ?1; narcissus, 50c.; daffodils 75c,
to n.
■ John Grande is building a cottage ad-
joining his greenhouse.
E. G. Hill and J. S. Stuart were in the
city a few days ago attending a commit-
tee meeting ot florists in conjunction with
the Finance Committee of the Legislature
concerning the appropriation tor the bene-
" " iety. R. A.
fit of State
Providence.
T. O'Connor has a model plant, and with
an eye to the future has built a handsome
store upon the Boulevard, which promises
to be the Euclid avenue of this city. The
report of the indisposition ot Mr. Butcher
was incorrect. Mr. Butcher expresses him-
self as being tip-top. It is hoped he will
prove a formidable antagonist to visiting
howlers at convention time. William Flan-
agan knows a thing or two about Rocky
Point dinners, and will prove of great value
to the members in search of the toothsome
clam. George Johnson will postpone his
projected trip to Europe this season so as
to be able to meet old time members of the
craft. W. Hazard will be master ot cere-
monies at the big ball to be given in the
near future. W. M.
Salem, Mass.
McGee, Geary & Co. are already hooking
advance orders tor Easter, else business has
been rather quiet; quite a dearth ot funeral
work, which is a leader with them. Mr.
McGee has the sympathy ot his friends in
the loss ot a close relative. W. M.
TUFF STUFF ON GREEN FLY
IS TOB AC-OI L.
XhE F=L0RISTS' OXCH75NGE.
169
MINNIE COOK!
Largest stock in tt
rooted cuttioKS, ready
Meadow View Greenhouses, faesipfam.k.;
TMC ITORICT-SOtCHA :/
CARNATIONS
!nk, Scott, TlilB
8. 8pTnys, l.izz
■■ .rlla. (\.tO p
nicGoni
. CartledKC Kobinoor, Rose Queen.
ot'ErleBCOurt, «2.U0 per lOU: 115.00 ver 1000
JOSEPH RENARD, Unionville, '"ct" Pa.
CARNATIONS
ROOTED
CUTTINGS
per 100. 1 per 100.
, S3.00 I Daybreak SI. 50
• ''•SO Tidal Wave... 1.50
Scott 1.50
1.25
Buttercup.
Helen Bell
Albertiui 2 00 I ^
Goldfinch 2.50
Rose Queen... 2.00 j Silver Spray
1000 Rates Lower.
GEORGE SMITH, Manchester, Vt
25,000 Flowering Begonias
ROOTED CUTTINGS.
Argentea Guttata, Metallica, Nitii
Decora, Alba Picta, Bruanti. M£
Diadema and 20 other good g
$1.50 per
8000 EMPRESS OF CHINA, well-rooted
The new everblooming hardy, apple
pink CLIMBING ROSE. Immensely popular
rose for the retail trade. $1.50 per 100, by
mail, postpaid
Will Exchange for Pri
(Near Washingt^
ndOb<
Obco
NOW READY
50,000 Healthy, Well Rooted
-*— Carnation Cuttings
Daybreak, Anna Webb, J. J. Harrison,
Bridesmaid, Daiz Albertlnl, Alaska, Lizzie
Gilbert, Kobinoor, and Jacqueminot, at
S2.00 per 100, «15.00 per lOUO.
The Rose Queer at S2.50 per 100, ot
S20 per 1000.
By mi
orders 1
) cents per 100 addil
rrespondents.
Cash witb
James Horan i Son, Bridgeport, Conn.
Clioice New Double and Bruant
GERANIUMS
Varieties that have b
sure to prove good sellii
M. A. Borle Alue. Decid
Claire Frbniont. Best pu
n tested, and
illing sorts.
cidedly the bes
shade of orange.
?hite to date. 15c.
mme, Buchner. Best white to
each; $1.00 per doz.
Montesquieu 2. Healthier habit
M. Alplionse Ricard. Orange red;
immense trusses, holding perfect tor a long
time. A splendid market sort. lOe. each ;
$1 a) ner doz.
J. J. Harrison. Very large florets and
trusses. Intense scarlet, and dwarfer in
habit than Double Gen. Grant. 10c. each ;
$1,00 per doz,
Margaret Plnon. Clear rose, dwarf
hat>it, and a very profiise bloomer. 10c. each ;
$1.00 per doz.
20 Select Standard Varieties. Strong
Plants, mostly from 3 in. pots. W4.00
per 100. Special prices on large lot*
FLOWERING and REX BEGONIAS
AND GENERAL BEDDING PLANTS.
Cash with the Order.
J. NICOL, Oak St., Jersey City, N. J.
25.000 GEIimOHIS 2S,000
Also bedding and basket plants later.
Coleus Rooted Cuttings. T5c. per
100; $6.00 per 1000. Cash with order.
GEO. W. GASKILL. WARREN, OHIO.
CARNATION AND COLEDS CDTTINGS.
, »i.i
Portia and Mt-
B Queen, St(
cnieCok. Ii
Alaska. Rose Queen, Storm
KlDfT. Peach Blow, Helen h
Lizzie Gilbert. Mete
Delia Kox. Eldorado
Geranlumn. 3^ In. pot. $2 00 P' rlOO.
t'oieus, no mealy bUK. VerBCbafTelttl
Bedder, »1,00 per 100. Cash orsntlffactor
CEO, M. EMMANS. Newton, N.J.
THE FLORIST'S CXCHANGr
PARIllATinMQ -DELLA FOX AND....
bAnnAMUnO ANNIE H. LONSDALE.
CARNATIONS
ROOTED
Jgetv
$1.50 per 100; »12.00 per 1000. Alaska. E dorado.
Queen. Minnie Cook. Meteor, Storm King a:
Bridesmaid. M.OOper 100; $15.00 per 1000 Goidflnt
Dean Hole. Annie Lonsdale. $1,00 per 100; $15.00 p
1000. Delia Fox. $4.r --- — "■• '■
Graham. $10 00 per
CARNATIONS
ROOTED CUTTINGS
healthy stock.
Send for price list.
WM. SWAYNE, Kennett Square, Pa.
ELDORADO
The finest Yellow Carnation in cull
Rooted cuttings, $2.00 per 100 ; $15.00
LADY CAMPBELL VIOLETS — Rooted i
60 cts, per 100 ; $5 ,00 per 1000.
GIANT DIUBLE ALYSSUM.-$..oo per to
per 10,50.
Send for Circular.
BALTIMORE
A New Pink Carnation. Color ot Craig,
large, tight, fragrant ; stiff stem, good keeper.
Ready January 25. Rooted Cuttings,
SI. 50 per doz.; SIO.OO per 100.
CONRAD HESS,
329 Friendship Ave., BALTIMORE, MD.
WHEW WIIITIWO MtHTlOM TMC mRHTS- CXCHAHCt
per 1000.
Daybreak. orisiDated with
100; $2 00 per doz.
A Liberal Discount on Large Lots ; 260 at 1000 Rates.
CHRYSANTIIKraUKlSln new and standard
Carnation Cuttings
strong and well rooted, of the following var-
ieties : Jubilee, Triumph, Armazindy, Alaska,
Bridesmaid. Dean Hole, Goldfinch. Lizzie
McGowan, Mme. Albertini, Meteor, Peachblow,
Rose Queen, Silver Spray, Wm, Scott, Uncle
PRIMULAS, 2^4 inch, $200 per 100.
ist and prices on large lots
Logan Ave. GreenliousBS, • DanYillB,
Carnations!
(Hooted cuttings 1
Mayor Plngree. Meteo
ireak, Scott, Portia, am
McGowan, Day-
Iher good ones.
Good Healthy lO f\ C C C 'O' Spring
Stock rC \J a b O Delivery.
Send for price list.
CUT ROSES and CARNATIONS always in (lock.
H. DALE • - Brampton, Ont.
Carnations, Etc.
HIGH GRADE ROOTED CUTTINGS.
See our Price List, Florists' Exchange, Jan. 30
H. WEBER & SONS,
Novelties of Malmalson Carnation.
Warden. Madame Ed. Hynaert. Pride uf Great Brll
ain. Each at 25; the sel. 5 of «ach M.OO. Price I
England Bhlljiuifs. 100. The old Souv de la Malma
son. in m Inch pots, per 100, $6.00
Border Carnations.— Hard y.such as Germanii
Comtease de KariB. etc.. 10 self colors. lOof each, pe
O. Box 67,
OAKLAND, Md,
The New Scarlet Carnation
MORELLO
Rapids. IHl cb.
are not worth the room you give Ihem. Grow
quote you prices. Send for our list.
GEO. HANCOCK i SON. Grand Haven, Mich.
(WHEN WRITINO MENTION THE FLORIST'S EXCHANGE
100 $5,(0.
Plnka.
100. $5 00. Old varieties. Majesty. Slnkins. Ju
etc.. per 100. $1.00.
Monthly. Bail
FInki*.— Souvenir de
-- ■■ 1. Old van ■
■ 100. $1.00.
hly. Buttercup and Bouton dl
. per 100. $2 00. Cash with order, pi
ALBERT KNAPPER,
CARNATIONS
YOU RUN NO RISK.
If the cuttlDB" are not satisfactory )OU
Send me a list of what you want.
Varieties. — McGowan, Alaska, Daybreak,
Scott, Portia, Buttercup, Keller, and lago.
Triumph, Abundance, Delia Fox, Jubilee,
Armazindy. Ivory, Annie Lonsdale. Crimson
Sport, Eldorado and Cartledge.
ALBERT M.HEIiR, LB. 496 Lancaster, Pa
NOW the proper time comes
McKINLEY will meet his chums
AFTER
snow goes away
SIEBERT'S CARNATIONS
ill grow gay.
re. McBnrnev,
r>. Chas. Huh
A Good Brand-new Sets at ReKular Price.
Per 100 ,
$12 00 1 Morellq, scarlet
12 00 I Mayor Plnaree, yellow
10 00 llnrrlBOn's While
ed 10 00 Jubilee, scarlet
CHAS. T. SIEBERT, Stanton Avenue, PITTSBURG, PA.
TO EXCHANGE.
ROOTED CUTTINGS.
Scott and McGowan, CarnatiocB ; Wanambker. Boi -
naffon and Dailledouze, Chryaauthemums; for
Mine. Fred. BerKmann, Chrysanttienium ; Double
Alysflum: Heliotrope or Coieus, Rooted CuUiiikh
J. & W. LEACH,
De BevoiBc and Ditmar Aves,, L. 1. City, N. 'i .
FiFn nousw
Rooted cuttings of tlie new Seedling
Carnation, originated by Mr. H. A.
Cook, of Shrewsbury, Mass., grown
by the subscriber, and now being
put upon the market as , . , .
...NIVEA...
Cuttings now ready. SI 0.00 per 100;
.»35. 00 per 500 ; SCO. 00 per 1 000.
DAYBREAK, SCOTT, STORM KINfi,
PURITAN, METEOR, GOLDFINCH,
HECTOR, ALBERTINI, and others,
$1.'2.-. per 100; $10.00 per 1000.
A. W. HOYLE, Florist, Spencer, Mass.
Why bother with Helen Keller if you cannot
gel the flowers to open properly.
PLANT INSTEAD
Tlie Finest Variegated Carnation
Up to Date.
FINE HEALTHY CUTTINGS NOW READY.
$2.00 per 100; $15. 00 per 1000.
Plants from soil, $3,00 per 100; $35.00 per lOCO.
GRALLERT & CO.
COLMA, SAN IVIATEO CO., CAL
NO RUST.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS* EXCHANGE
Three }m hwm
FOR 1897.
uthef
1111^1111 The most protltab'e_wh
Imm ^xiK sfi^'^r
Very early and abundant bloomers,
keeper aud shipper. StroDR rooted ci
fl,50; $10.00 per 100.
QIVCTV Flowers'^ of the McGowan type. Dean
UfllLII >>(»lly Tarlegated pink and white.
unikl ■ t.|„„„„,.„„ .tronncalyl, Sterne Btlir
SB unsur-
on Bliibt
. sscrlption
uly. Stock llnilted.
ItbiBs. $200 pe
8eedllnff of lilnze's White x Tidal
pencilled with brlsht rose. Makes a
beautiful and lltibl
uf Tidal Wave J
Seedling of L. McOowan x Tidal Wave
Flowers of the McG
tifully variegated
I wiry. Plant robust, btooraii
sed. Is admired bveverybo ., . _ _ __.
jlng cut. The description
Stock limited.
; $12.00 per 101,,
SIGINIW
} and an abundant bloomer. StroDff
very
Pier.
irnVs.iir.Wperdoii.TYib.bo'lJ
third Winter and dive entire sallsfaotlon in every
ordinary soil andjiot over propBgated, which Is very
My stock I
! Oariif
nd health
SUMMIT GARDENS.
Albert Hake, Mgr. MANCHESTER. PA.
170
Xhe F=l-orists' Exchange.
St. Louis.
Florists' Clnb Cnrnation Meeting.
The annual carnation meeting of the club
was held last Thursday afternoon (11th
inst.) at their rooms. Fifty members were
present, making this meeting the largest
in attendance in the history of the club.
It was pleasing to see so many old faces
among the members present. The carna-
tion exhibits were the attraction, but the
good feeling created at the smoker a month
■ago is evidently living on, and had much to
do toward bringing in the heretofore in-
different members.
In point of attendance the meeting was
a success, but there was considerable di,5-
appointment on account of the small num-
ber of exhibits from other cities. Of course,
we had the flowers of Halsted, Steidel, Aue
and the Udes. local growers, who hold
high places in our appreciation, and enjoyed
their ftne blooms, but we see their flowers
every day, and had hoped to have awakened
enough interest among outside growers to
bring out West for exhibition more carna-
tions grown by the crack carnation spe-
cialists of the East. But what was missed
in number of exhibits was made up in the
quality of the stock exhibited.
The only Eastern exhibitor was Hugh
Graham, of Philadelphia, who sent a
magnificent vase of Victor. It deserves
special mention. Messrs. E. G. Hill & Co.,
of Richmond, Ind., sent a vase of the peer-
less Flora Hill. Fred. Dorner & Son had
three exhibits— a vase of seedling, one of
Duhme and one of Mrs. Bradt. The im-
mense proportions of the latter created a
sensation. Messrs. Hopp and Lemke, of
Grand Rapids, Mich., sent a plant of Mo-
rello; also a lot of cut blooms of that va-
riety. The plant was in fine shape, but
the out blooms had suffered in transit, and
did not show their beauty. Messrs. Breit-
meyer & Son, of Detroit, Mich., exhibited
Mayor Pingree. Nearly all our growers and
florists are familiar with the quality of this
variety, as it was exhibited here last fall,
and it is well that they were, for this lot
was not in good form.
The St. Clair Plor-al Company, A. S.
Halsted manager, exhibited a fine vase of
Wocher. Storm King, Daybreak and Dazzle.
The latter was the finest red exhibited.
Henry Aue, of Lindenwood, Mo., exhibited
Eldorado and Ivory, both of which were
much admired. H. G. Ude, with Uncle
John; F. W. Ude Jr., with D-aybreak, and
J. Steidel, with a lot of mixed blooms, all
three exhibits being of good quality, as-
sisted to make the show attractive.
Market Notes.
The old adage that "it's always darkest
before dawn" seems to have been verified
by the conditions of our flower market last
week. My previous letter was "a wail from
the heart," the result of a succession ot
days of disappointment in awaiting the
predicted and hoped for improvement of
the flower business. Monday week trade
was as dull as gloomy weather could make
it, and so continued until Thursday, when
it brisked up. Since then there has not
been enough stock to supply the demand.
St. Valentine's Day brought some orders,
but the big, steady demand came from
funeral work. Owing to the increased de-
mand prices advanced, but there was no
"squeezing" on the pan of the whole-
salers. Carnations were most in demand,
and red varieties had first call. The Val-
entine orders were mostly for violets and
red carnations. In roses everything sold
well, barring Meteors, which hung fire
until there was nothing else on hand. The
market Is now clear, with prices on a sat-
isfactory basis.
TVihoIesale Notes.
Roses are off-crop, and the cloudy weather
keeps the supply limited. Fancies were
very scarce and brought good prices.
Bridesmaid was again in best request, and
fancy buds commanded from six cents to
ten cents. Brides were in good demand
and sold at six cents to eight cents. Perle
was short of demand and good quality ad-
vanced to six cents. Meteor was affected
by the cloudy weather. Good color stock
brought from six cents to eight cents. La
France was not in request, and the few
received were of poor quality. There was
some demand for fine, long stem Kaiserin,
with supply limited. Beauties are still
poor, and those received have but little
commercial value. Carnations sold well,
with reds scarce, but other colors plentiful;
stocks advanced with the general improve-
ment of the market. Good quality is now
selling at $3 — ordinary at $2. Violets were
slow sale until Friday, when the demand
for Valentine's Day became active. Singles
sold at 25 cents to 50 cents; doubles at 75
cents. Romans were scarce, and sold at
$1.50 to $2. Von Slon sold clean at $4;
Harrisii dropped to $5, and callas, in sym-
pathy declined to $6 per 100.
plentiful, and sold at $2.50 to $4. Smilax
was abundant and low, $6 to $8 per 100
being the price in lots. Quotations of
unchanged.
Valley was and Theodore Richter, of Kirkwood, were
in town this week.
Mr. G. T. Philcox, formerly of Stamford,
Conn., is now located here, having charge
of J. Kaufman's private green house, corner
Lindell Boulevard and King's High'
Hill, Mo.,
C. G. F.
A6EBATUM, blue,2^in. pots $3 BO
ACHYRANTHES In three varieties, 2J^ in. pots 3 00
BEGONIA, Kood assortment, 3!^ in. pols i HO
" Veruon, 2i^iu. pots 3 50
CANNAS, dry roots.
'* Alphouse Bouvier 3 tu
Charles Henderson 8 60
' ' Florence Vaughan 4 ui
" Mme. Crozy 2 f,0
Queen Charlotte 8 00
Prices ot newer varieties on application.
CHRYSANTHEMUM FRUTESCENS UALLERII AUBEA, new yellow Paris Daisy,
^ in. pots 8 00
COLEUS, 10 leading- varieties. 2}^ in. pots 2 00
" Hooted Cuttings, extra strong. Golden Bedder and Verschaffeltii, our
specialty. |7.5o per 1000. $6.00 per lOOO in lots ..f POOO and over 100
ECHEVERlAsecundaglauca .. .. 4 00
DAIRIES, Hardy English from cold frames '. . . .".'.'. 2 OU
FORfiBT-MB-NOT, floe plants from cold frames 2 BO
FUCHSIAS, grand assortment, 2H in. pots 2 50
10,000 GERANIUMS, Bruant. La Favorite, Celestial and Gen. Gram, 3}s in. pots,
$25.00 per 1000 .... SCO
5000 GERANIUMS, best new and old varieties, $30.00 per 1000 3 25
1000 •• IVY, good mixture 3 00
HELIOTROPE, 4 in. pots, very strong 6 00
500 MUSA ENsETE, fine plants from 5, 6 and 10 in. pots. Piices on appllcaiiou.
PRIMULA O BCONICA, 3 in. pots, fine plants ; B 00
SWAINSONA galeglfolia alba, 2j^ in. pots 4 00
rosea, " " 4 00
ROOTED CUTTINGS. Let us price your wants
Xrade List Free on Application.
CASH with order from unknown customers or C. O. D.
Orders amounting to $6.00 and over F. O. B., N. Y. City.
SEMNHAKA GREENHOUSES, Oyster Bay, Queens Co., N. Y.
/AS. C. OLARK, Supt. P. O. BOX 34- WM. L. SWAN, Froprlet«i .
CLEMATIS
ROOTED
CUTTINGS.
READY IN MARCH.
Ciipsy Queen, velvety purple... 3 50
Gem, deep blue 3 50
Henryi, white, very large 3 50
Jackmauni alba, white 4)0
Lawsoniana, lavender, very lari^e 3 50
Lanuginosa Candida, white 3 50
Lady Caroline NeviUe, lavender 3 50
Lilacinarloribundi, dark purple 3 50
Madame Grange, claret red...
Miss Bateman, white
Mrs. Baker, white
Itfrs. Howard Wyse, white
Protaeus, rosy lilac
President ,dark blue, half dout
Ramona dark blue
Stella, light blue
Velutina Purpurea, rich purpl
Viticella Rubra Kermesin
( g^ettiiiK kinds wanted.
^W. S. I.ITTLE & CO., Rochester, N. Y.
: rtORISTS- EXCHANGE
AZALEAS FOR EASTER!
FINE SHAPELY PLANTS, WELL SET WITH BUDS.
10-12 in. crowns, $35 a 100; 12-13 in. crowns, $50 a (00; 13-15 in. crowns, $65 a 100
CANNAS ^^'^ *''*"' Flowered AUSTRIA, strong, 4 in. pot plants,
■■■'**" 13-50 per doz.; $25 per 100. A large stock of the cream of the
older varieties, such as Florence Vaughan, Queen Charlotte, Eldorado, Sunbeam,
Alphonse Bouvier, Charles Henderson, Madam Crozy, President Carnot,
Admiral Avellan, Edward Mieg, etc. Do not fail to get our prices before buying.
CALADIUM ESCULENTUM.
to 10 in., $5 per 100. 6 to 71^ in., $3 per 100. 5 to 6 in., |2 penoo
BEGONIA PURITY.
Sound bulbs with
A new pure white of the semperfiorens
type, very free flowering, $2 per doz.
CPDAM|U|U|C Strong 2'/i in. pot plants, large stock of S. A. Nutt,
'^ ■■ "^ ** '^ ■ **'" ^^^ Marvel. Heteranthe, La Favorite, and other best
bedding
$25 per 1000.
ROSES. Strong, field-j
I large assortment, $9 per 100; $80 per 1000.
Immense stock of Fruit Trees, Nut Bearing Trees, Grape Vines, and
Small Fruits. One of the largest, if not the largest, assortment of Ornamental
Trees and Shrubs, Climbing Vines, Bulbs, Hardy Perennials, etc., in
America. And 32 greenhouses filled with what the average florist is most likely to want.
Correspondence solicited. Catalogues and trade lists free.
THE STORRS & HARRISON CO., Painesviile, Ohio.
THE FLORISTS- tXCHANQC
10,000 California Privet, ^o'lS^'two "
more branches, at $1.60 per 100; Slil'per lOOO.
12 to IB inchcB, $1 per 100; $8 per lUOO.
Double Pearl Tuberose Bulbs. ^UlstsiVo
per 100; $7 per 1000. No. 2-3 to 4 (rood flower-
ing bulba, 6O0. per 100; $3 per 1(J00; all packed
to carry safely without extra charge.
CHAS. BLACK, Hightstown, N. J.
JBGiflHIII GLEPIHTIS.
strong Plants for Eipress Orders.
Also Plants. From 3 Inch Pots, Fine for Mailing.
WRITE FOR PRICES.
GEORGE BROS., - East Penfield, N. Y.
NEW, RARE AND BEAUTIFUL PLANTS.
Lord Penzance's New Hybrid Sweetbrlei-s,
PhiIadetphu8°LeiiioTneirN'e*w'LiYaoB,'''£oii.
andtii. — =— »—.—.-
Weieela
lildebrandtii.
Urcbidn, New Cnnnns &c.
Rare t onifera, and othtr
utner choice Trees an. •■
PjEONIES.— A large!
5 Maples
ltd Standard
Slirnh
cultivation. Bardy^i^erennialB.
Iris. Rosee, Clematis, etc. Ni
Fruits, elo. C::^Catalogue8 on application.^:!
JOHN SAUL, Washington, D. C.
WHEW WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHKHGE
P. OUWERKERK,
1 1 23 Summit Ave., Jersey City, N.J.
Just received from our Holland
Nurseries :
RHODODENDRONS, AZALEAS,
SPIRAEA JAPONICA, LILIUM SPECIOSUM,
Pf ONIES, BLEEDING HEART,
POT GROWN LILACS, HYDRANGEA IN SORTS.
CLEMATIS and H. P. ROSES, in the best sorts
FOR EASTER
FORCE FLOWERING SHRUBS:
Lilacs, Staphyleas,
Deutzias, Snowballs,
Kalmias.
ROSES, H. P. and others
Tree-roses, Clematis,
Paeonias, Hydrangeas,
Hardy Azaleas.
L C. BOBBINK, Rutherford, N. J.
Branch Horticultural Co., Boskoop, Holland.
"T0P3EIHIP0T"
Both in Size and Quality.
The followiog "Specialties" now ready:—
Inches. 100
Olea Fragrans, stocky and well i lS-15 $12 00
branched 118-20 16 DO
Oranges and liemons, best vars., 1 10-12 20 00
grafted on Trifoliata, bushy. 1 15-18 30 00
Oranges, Otaheite, busby 8-10 8 00
" 12-16 IB 00
Alarechal Nlel Roses, strong, field
grown, budded on Manetti, 3-4
feet $126.00 per 1000 16 00
Karechal Niel Roses, strong, 18-24
inches $100.00 per 1000 12 00
Soupert, Favle and Mignonette
Roses, on own roots, $60.00 per 1000 7 00
Flcns Elastica 13 20 00
Biota Aurea Nana 8-10 12 00
12-16 15 00
Latania Borbonica, 4 in. pots,
2-3 leaves showing character.. 12-14 20 00
Fandanus Utilis, 4 in. pots 12-14 20 00
Phoenix Canariensis, and Becll-
nata, 3 in. pots 12 12 00
Phoenix Recllnataand Leonensls,
well formed, 4 in. pots 12-15 26 00
Phoenix .Sylvestris, very fine, 5 in. 18-20 40 00
Pacliing at cost. Above rates do not apply to
less than 60 of a sort. Send for trade list. Address
P. J. BERCKMANS, Augusta, Ca.
Feb. 2o,"i897.
The Florists* ExcHTtNce.
171
Harrison's
White.
m
BATH'S CARNATIONS
The following selection of Winter Flowering Carnations contains all the new-
est and most profltable market varieties yet introduced, they are all exceptionally
vigorous, the flowers are large, with perfect calyx, and most profuse bloomers.
Strong, vigorous grower, requiring
no support.
Described and illustrated In Florists'
tjtchange, Nov. 21, page 1044.
COME AND SEE IT.
JOHN HARRISON,
739 Bergen i¥B.,A>Xr&rie;;i;
JERSEY CVtY, N. J.
Take Bayonne or Greenvil
Or trom PrnnBTlvanin R. I
FerrytKetoOat Bidwrll Ai
CARNATIONS
CHEAP ONLY IN PRICE.
Well Rooted Healthy Cuttinss of
SCOTT, McGO WAN and PORTIA,
per 100 by mail ; IS7.00 per 1000.
DAYBREAK, «S.OO perlOOil.
FEOn THOSE WHO HATH JTJST PIUHIUSED
CHAS. BLACK, HIGHTSTOWN, N. J.
New Seedling Carnation
FRED
CODEY
A large white carnatio
mine. It measures thr*
b»time habit of growth
You( -
siuwiii us me Lizzie McGowftn.
the differeoce excepting by its
I have grown It for six years and have found
It as free a bloomer as the Lizzie McGowan.
'■ ' ved Certificates from Hampden
Society and the New
r'ounty Hortic
York Fl
Will only put 5000 rooted cuttings on t
market as the main crop was destroyed by fl
810.00 per 100.
JOHN McGOWAN, ■ Orange, IJ.
WMEII.WBITIHO HeitnON JKE rUIRISTSL.CXCHAHGC
CARNATIONS
Mrs. Chas. H. Diihme, delicate
pink $10 $75
Mrs. Geo. M. Bradt, white,
striped scarlet 10 75
C. A. Dana, shell pink 10 75
Flora Hill, white 12 100
Mrs. McBiirney, salmon pink. . . 12 100
Mayor Pingree, yellow 10 75
Morello, scarlet 10 75
Maud Dean, blush 10 75
Lily Mean, white, striped pink. . 10 75
Harrison's White, white 10 70
It not already received send for our price
list, which contains all the leading standard
varieties at moderate prices.
F. DORNER & SONS CO., La Fayette, Ind.
GA ARYBIRO.
per doz.; 40s. per 10
DUKE OF YORK.
full and well formed.
Flowers very large aui
full, on long stiff stemf
color very rich velvet
■let crimson, clove perfumed. The plant i
?ptionally vigorous. Certificated R. H.
very bright
son.continuous and very
free bloomer, and of vigorous constitutioo.
68. per doz.; 453. per 100.
IMLLE. THERESE FRANCO. ?etr^\^^:
full flowers, petals slightly fringed. This is un-
doubtedly the finest Pink Carnation In culti-
vation. Certificated E. H. S., London. 4s. per
flowers are the largest of
■blooming section; the color
" " eptional vigor
LEONIOAS.
liflcent variety, bright
scarlet, large flower;
vigorous and very free.
plant
very vigorous and free. This is much the
Scarlet Carnation yet introduced. Certi-
December 16, 1896.
100.
: free, and freight paid
Casta witta Order, or Satisfactory Reference.
ficated R. H. S., London
78. 6d. per doz,; B5s. per 10(
pots. Paokii
R. H. BATH,
THE FLORAL
FARMS,
WISBECH, ENG.
MENTION THE
LOOK HERE.
Carnation Cuttings
From healthy and well-grown stock.
William Scott, L. McGowan, Portia, $1.25 per 100
$10 per 10(X).
Daybreak. Anna Webb. Mrs. Fisher. Alaska. Albertinl,
Tidal Wave, Storm King, Bouton d'Or. Bridesmaid,
$1.50 per 100; $13.50 per 1000.
Delia Fox. Ivory, Gold Finch, $4 per 100.
Order of .50J cuttings filled at 1000 rates, not
less than 100 of a kind. Cash with order.
JAMES IS,, BEACH,
Successor to J. H. Beach & Son,
617 Park Ave., Bridgeport, Conn.
I ROOTED CUTTINGS.
CARNATIONS.
$1.50 per doz.; $10perl00; $75 per 1000.
Lily Dean (May), Maud Dean (May).
" '" " ' " - --^ per 1000.
Per 1000
10.00
$J.00perdoz.;$10per 100; $7
SEEDLING CARNATIONS for 1897.
ary fragrant and a Rood
and profltable variety
ahowy flowers, on long, stiff eteniB,
AjiDT VIUIS VarleRatedWhlteand Plnb.anearl]
UAM iKinUi shipper, stems extra long and stiff,
JOaCPH JCrrtHdUNi color reBerDb)inp ThoB.Cartledge, much larger flower
Send For Wholesftle List of ITew aad Standurd C»Q»tloiL8. Stock Strong and Eaaltby. NO RUST.
C. J. PENNOCK, The Pines, KENNETT SQUARE, PA.
WHBN WRrriNO MENTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHANQE
THE CARNATION NOVELTIES,
MAYOR PINGREEiNo MORELLO
Other new sorts, also noted introductions, and well-known standards.
Our Fine New Illnstr.ated Catalogue Now Ready. FREE.
DAN'L B. LONG,
Jobbing Florist and Growers' Agent, BUFFALO, N. Y.
Wm. Scott
Lizzie McGowan ....
Daybreak & Storm King
Portia & T. Wave . . .
Mrs. Fisher
Meteor
Eldorado
Alaska & Anna Webb .
Thos. Cartledge ....
i-So
2.00
I. SO
i.So
12.50
10.00
11.00
12.50
EDW. J. TAYLOR,
■KBMs: Wholesale Carnation Grower,
r Reference. SOUTHPORT, CONN.
Carnations.
Healthy, well-rooted cutting!!. Buttercup,
Eldorado, Helen Keller, Scott, McGowan,
Lois C. Haettel, Grace Wilder, Portia, Cart-
ledge. Anna Webb, Kitty Clover. Hawaii,
Tidal W^ave. Send for prices. No rust.
PnloilC Rooted cuttings. No mealy bugs.
IrlimUa. 76 varieties, ready Feb. 1. 70c. per
100, hy mall ; $5.00 per 1000, by e.xpress.
Strobilanthes Dyerianus.
Kooted cuttings, $l.t'0 per 110, by mail.
per 100, by mail ; $5.00 per lUOO, by express.
Lady Campbell Violets. ^re^^eoTs:
per 100, by mail ; $400 per 1000, by exprefs.
Wm. H. Search, Avondale, Chester Co., Pa.
r:ON THr W.OHIgT'8 mCHAWG.
'PWO QRAND NEW CARNATIONS
Lily Dean and Maud Dean
The most artistic and attractive varieties ever offered.
$10.00 per 100 ; $75.00 per 1000 for extra well rooted selected stock.
JOHN N. MAY, Summit, New Jersey
: F1.0RIST S' EXCHANGE
New Yellow Carnation MAYOR PINGREE,
WIttaout doubt I
. best YEI-LOW (
- Jiy. Orde
oUed and filled In rolatlou. Bellverr IHarch l»l, IS97.
$1.50 per doz.; $10.00 per 100 ; $75.00 per 1000.
ji. Tw -a. la X! s .
DECEMBER U, 1S95, Certlflcate at Cincinnati Meetlnn.
FEBRUARY 21,1896. CertlBcate at New York American Carnatl(
-Mayor Pin
Society MeetlDfc. Onl]
tXHIBITlONS, 1896.
CERTIFICATE, LoulST
COMPLIMENTARY NOTICE. Boston, Mass. CERTIFICATE.
HONOUABLE MENTION, St. Louis, Mo. CERTIUCATE,
CERTIPICATtt, Indianapolis. Ind. CERTIUCATE.
CERTIFICATE. Chicago, 111. CERTIFICAl E. Toron
.Plants. KiTE WASHBURN AND (VOIRE ROSE 'MUMS. *''^ '\^rVr^,l
CERTIFICATE. Mllwankee. Wis.
-ERTIUCATE, PoUKhkeepsle. N.
ERTIUCATE. Worcester, Mass.
JOHH eREITMEVER I SONS,
Miami and Gratiot Aves-,
DETROIT, MICH.
I WRrriNO MENTION THC FLOHISTS- CXCHANGC
Famous Carnation Delia Fox
Stiould be Kro^n-n by everybody. The past season must have taught all
jfrowers that the high-Kr. tie Caruations are the only ones that were profltable,
and Delia Fox stands above them all for size, color and stems. Hooted cuttings
now ready. MYERS & 8AMTMAN. Wyndmoor, Chestuat HIU, Phlla.
172
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American Carnation Society, Procked-
INQS OF SIXTH Annual Mkbtinq 165, 166, 1
Busy Man, For The 1
Exhibition, The Hamburq . . . 1
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Caution.
Our readers in the West, and more
especially those on the Pacific Coast, are
hereby notified that Daniel W. Crane
has tor some time back ceased to have any
connection with this paper or American
Gardenino.
For the Busy Man.
An improved market in the large cities seems
Wego to press just as the Carnation Society
is concluding its deliberations. The partial r
port given this week will be followed by
Free seed distribntion is a leading topic this
issue ; the iniquity must be abolished, and it
now begins to look as if both trade and public
tlast going to be aroused in
Erratum.
Greenhocsb Heating by Hot Water
—Page 141. The word " lower " in second
line of fifth paragraph should read
'■ power."
Free Seed Distribution.
The Agricultural Appropriation bill was
passed by the Senate on Wednesday, February
'" ■ t appropriates $3,212,902, being an increase
of $57,200 over the bill as passed by the House.
The principal item to the increase is $30,000 for
tlie purchase and distribution of seeds.— Flor-
ists' Exchange, Feb. 13, 1897.
The action of the Senate seems for the
Ime to perpetuate and increase the dis-
ursement of public funds for tlie gratui-
ous and- promiscuoas distribution of gar-
en and llower seeds through Governmen.
tal agencies in the United States. * ♦ *
Tlie founders never believed it the duty of
the Government to give gratuities to its
ens, but they all taught that the clti-
should gratuitously give their best
energies and services to the Government
for its maintenance and economical admin-
istration.
Unless a full stop can soon be put to this
gratuitous distribution, the practice will
T to an enormity which will eventually
destroy tlie retail seed trade of the United
States. No branch of Industry'can succeed
icially as a competitor with gratni-
1839 there was appropriated; Sl.OOO
for the purchase of "rare, valuable and
mproved seeds" not common to the
ountry ; * * * In the year 1897 there
las been appropriated :S150,000. If, dur.
ing the next 58 years, the sum increases in
the same arithmetical proportion as it has
nee that first S1,000 was invested in seeds
for gratuitous distribution, It will aggre-
gate the enormous sum of S33,SOO,000.00.
(Signed) J. STERLING MORTON.
Feb. 12, 1897.
The Florists' Exchange has, time and
again, and for several years, drawn public
attention to the iniquity of the free seed
distribution as practiced in recent years.
When Secretary Morton retires from
office, the seedsmen of the country will
have lost their strongest official champion.
What do they propose to do thenf Grin
and bear it, or, by uniting, force Congress-
men to cease their interference with, and
oppression of, a legitimate business.
There is always hope "that right shall
prevail " even in countries governed by a
despot and where the aid of enlightened
public opinion cannot be enlisted in its
behalf. In this country, where the press
moulds public opinion, and, with whatever
faults it may be charged, is singularly
unanimous on behalf of fair play, it need
not be the most difficult of undertakings
for the seedsmen, through joint endeavor,
to Interest the Fourth Estate in their
cause, and through the press to lay before
the masses a vivid picture of the evil n(
being wrought by this wanton injury
one of the most important industries of
the country, and also, and of still far more
reaching consequence, to set before thi
people the train of evils into which all In
dustries may find themselves involved if
this free seed distribution is allowed to be
persisted in.
If our lawmakers cannot be reasoned
into ceasing from Interference with the
seed business, they must be shamed into
it ; otherwise, and with the same liberty
to continue giving away the people's money
it will not be long before, by force of bad
example, the American citizen will expect
this Government to supply him free
gratis, on demand, with all the necessaries
of life; after which, and quite naturally,
he will kick if some of the luxuries are
also thrown in.
But enough words have been used in
proving the wrong. The seedsmen
must now turn to the people for rep-
aration. At the rate at which the ap-
propriations for free seed are annually
increasing, the vitality of the trade will
soon be sapped, the work of the founders
of the industry neutralized, and the United
States farmer and gardener relegated to a
minor position In the world of agriculture,
for the reason that competition has been
crushed, and the incentive to development
and the raising of good seeds utterly
thwarted by governmental paternalism.
Educate the lay pret-s, which in tuin
will educate the people, who in their turn,
not desiring to be classed as paupers to be
fed at the public crib, will put a quietus
to the political career of every Congress-
man who thinks he is doing a good thing—
for himself— when he votes "yea" to a
free seed distribution.
The Agricultural Hill will have to be
referred, of course, to a Conference Com-
mittee. The Senate's amendments will not
be agreed to, except after that Commit-
tee's action, if at all. Meantime there is
fair opportunity for making assaults upon
the whole system of gratuities.—
(Signed) J. STERLING MORTON.
Feb. 15, 1897.
H. R. 9532.
My attention has been called to an edi-
torial in your journal (Vol. ix., page 98) on
the bill to regulate the importation and
sale of agricultural seeds recently intro-
duced into Congress. We do not care to
discuss this bill here, but wish to ask why
you make such a misleading statement as
the following: "The bill, however, goes
further, and with an assurance born of
ignorance of the subject, undertakes by
grain inspection to regulate the purity,
etc., of vegetable seeds, which, to the prac-
tical mind, is an impossibility; tor it is
quite impossible for even the most expert
to tell by examination of the grain whether
celery seed will produce golden self-
blanching or a red variety," etc. You as-
sume and ridicule the idea that the bill
undertakes to decide the genuineness of a
variety of vegetable from its seed, a very
absurd idea indeed.
Said bill expressly states that by purity
is meant "freedom from foreign matter;"
and, as every one knows, in the case of
vegetable seeds the amount of foreign mat-
ter present is generally very trifling, if any.
I submit that aside from any merits or
demerits of the bill this is a very unfair
and misleading statement for an intelligent
journal to make. Respectfully,
GILBERT H. HICKS,
In charge of Pure Seed Investigations.
It may appear to the theorist as though
our interpretation of the Bill above re-
ferred to was an "absurd idea," but eveL
if we grant a misunderstanding, it is ex-
cusable, notwithstanding the parenthetical
"freedom from foreign matter;" for we
looked upon this Bill notfromatbeoretlcal
but from a practical point of view; and to
the practical mind, when purity of vege-
table seeds is spoken of, it means purity of
stock and nothing else. Who ever heard
of purity, referring to grain in connection
with vegetable seeds? What does a gar-
dener mean when he says to a seedsman ;
" Have yon any pure Golden Self-blanch
ing celery and Drumhead cabbage?" He
means purity of stock, of course, and we
can imagine his astonishment if the seeds-
man replied: "My Self-blanching celery
is 95 per cent, celery, 2 per cent, parsley,
1 per cent, cabbage and 2 per cent, carrot; "
or " our Drumhead cabbage is 95 per cent,
cabbage, 3 per cent, broken stems and
pods, 1 per cent, cockle and 1 per cent,
pennycress," or any other " foreign mat-
ter." Vegetable seeds are the product of
cultivated and, in most cases, transplantid
crops. They are grown clean and require
but little machining to make them abso
lutely 80. Mr. Hicks himself says : " And
as everyone knows, in the case of vegetable
seeds, the amount of foreign matter present
is generally very trifling, if any." Then
why burden the statutes with useless
legislation or impose needless labor and
expense upon the seedsmen. To comply
with this part of Section 3 alone would
cost the seedsmen of the United States
many thousands of dollars which m
eventually come out of the purchaser's
pocket without any attendant benefit
whatever to be derived therefrom I M:
Hicks' explanation does not improve this
Bill in any respect, and the more we read
it the more absurd and iniquitous it seemt
to be.
The most advisable thing to do with this
Bill would be for its author to recall it ; it
is too vague in Its construction, and toi
loosely worded in its phraseology to merit
the attention ot our law-makers.
The Hamburg Exhibition.
Thie coming great event, which takee
place at Hamburg, Germany, extending
from May to September, has been several
times mentioned in the columns of the
"Exchange," but it seems there is very lit-
tle interest manifested in it by the florists
of this country. An opportunity like this
should not be neglected, to show the pro-
gress horticulture has made of late years
in America.
It the Society of American Florists has
not seen fit to be represented, the indi-
vidual firms (those that are able) should
take the matter in hand, and show their
products at this great International Flower
Show. The committee in charge has made
very liberal arrangements to induce the
florists ot the United States to participate
in the exhibition. The Hamburg-American
Line steamboats will carry plants from New
York to Hamburg tree ot charge; they will
also be returned, if desired, by the same
company after the exhibition tree. The
committee has also provided for the care
and nursing ot the plants during the ex-
hibition. The most desirable plants would
be roses, carnations, cannas ot American
origin, but anything else interesting would
eloon
Information regarding the rules, etc., of
the exhibition can be obtained by address-
ing the Exhibition Committee— Comitte der
Allgemeinen Gartenbau Austellung. Ham-
burg, Gr. Reichenstrasse 3, Germany.
READER.
National Florists' Board of
Trade.
We are in receipt ct the Credit and In-
formation Sheet, embracing some 300
names, just issued by this institution, which
has now passed the first and crucial year ot
its existence, and is already conceded a
permanent tactor tor good in the interests
it seeks lo protect, by virtue of the fact
that its membership embraces a goodly pro-
portion of the largest dealers in the coun-
try, men who by reason of their extensive
business are in position to be acquainted
with and to expose that portion of the fra-
ternity who are a detriment to the trade in
general.
At the beginning of its second year it has
adopted certain changes in its system
whereby it will be enabled to better meet
the requirements ot all concerned, in that
membership need not be taken out in full
at the maximum price, but subscription
may be made to that department only in
which their customer is most interested,
A live, active and energetic protective so-
ciety is absolutely needed by florists and
seedsmen, and we think the National Flor-
ists' Board ot Trade comes nearer to filling
this want than any organization we have
yet had. It all who sell would use this as-
sociation as it is intended to be used, their
percentage ot losses through frauds would
be reduced to the 0 mark, and the incur-
ring ot bad debts brought down to the min-
OBITUARY.
after
David Fisher, of Montvale, Mass., died
. his home on Wednesday morning last,
less of about ten days, during
which he suffered from a complication ot
diseases, ending with pneumonia. Mr.
Fisher was born near Dunkeld, Perthshire,
Scotland, on the 12th of August, 1855, and
when a lad was apprenticed to the Mill-
earn Gardens. After serving his time he
entered the employ of Dickson & Co.,
Edinboro', and from there went to the
Duke of Roxpurgh's place, known as Floors
Castle. From there he went to the estate
of the Dowager Duchess ot Athol. where
he served as foreman. About 1880, he
came to Boston and worked on the Pratt
place, in Watertown, under David Allan,
ined the
thr.
St work was in Newport,
where he took charge of the laying out of
Miss Wolfs "Vinland." remaining in her
employ until her death, after which he
was employed on the Lorillard estate.
After living in Newport about eight years
he returned to Boston and went into busi-
ness with his brother, Peter Fisher, and
the late David Allan, under the firm name
ot Fisher Brothers & Co. A few years
later he succeeded to the business through
the withdrawal ot the other partners, and
built up a profitable business. He was an
experienced plantsman and successful in a
wide field, though at the time of his death
he was devoting all his energies to the
growing ot terns and asparagus tor the
Boston market. He was a good business
man, enjoying the thorough confidence ot
all with whom he associated. He was a
prominent figure in the co-operative mar-
ket, and was a director of the New Eng-
land "Florist." He leaves a widow and
three children— two girls and a boy. The
funeral took place on Thursday afternoon
from his late residence, and was largely at-
tended by a goodly representation of the
profession, and several beautiful floral de-
signs expressed their love and admiration
ot the deceased. W. K. W.
The F=lorists* Exchj^nge.
173
New York.
\\\
Miirk<-t.
Business for the past week has averaged
better than in two previous reportis. While
there has been but little vim to it, tJiere
lias been an absence of that abject des-
pondency which had previously settled over
the wliole flower nijarket. Considering we
are now only two weeks from the Lenten
season, it is to he hoped there will be a
revival, amounting to a rush, to make up
for .past losses. Certain it is, the season
considered, the average 0f prices is low,
very low, when we consider the fact that
this week the top notch for special beauties
is only 40 cents each, and special brides-
maid roses, that only two and three yeans
ago realized $4 per dozen, are now going
at J15 per 100. Fancy carnations, which at
the same date would have readily sold at
6c. and Sc. each, are this past week con-
sidered well sold at 3c. and 4c. Thfe supply
of stock for the week has been normal and
in quality fair. Bridesmaid roses were
especially fine.
Fancy and high grade stock roses sold
readily at prices ruling from $6 to $10 per
100; a few very special bridesmaids, met-
eors and teetouts making $15. Brunners
and Mrs. Morton brought from Sc. to 26c.
each. Jacqs sold at Sc. each. Special and
fancy beauty, $4 to $4.50 per dozen.
Standard stocks of carnations moved more
freely, and prices are better than previously
quoted; $1.50 seemed to be the pre-
vailing figure. For special Scotts
and McGowans, $2 per 100 was
the limit which buyers would stand.
Fancies and special novelties, $3 per 100,
while now and again $4 per 100 was realized
for some, notably Minnie Cook. This vari-
ety now leads Helen Keller. i
Saturday helped the sale of violets slight-
ly, but some light was thrown on the sale
of this stock when a dry goods house of-
fered for Monday 15,000 at 15c. per 100.
Fortunately for growers, this did not reflect
the entire state of the market, better prices
having been obtained in straight trade.
Our quotations remain as in last issue.
Bulbous stock is ruling very low, valley
especially so, quantities having been sold
as low as $7.50 and $10 per 1,000; Narcis-
sus von Sion. $10 per 1,000, in small quan-
tities. Buyers were getting six bunches
for $1. Romans, $7.50 per 1,000 to $1.50
per 100; lilies, $3 to $5 per 100; Sweet Peas,
25c. to 40c. per bunch.
Retail Trade.
W. P. Sears, made some very hand-
some pieces for the Fish funeral, Tuesday,
chief among these a very handsome up-
right cross, five feet in height, the base of
Galax leaves with long-stemmed Brides-
maid roses and lilies, the standard of Bride
roses, valley and a wreath of cattleya
blooms, with a setting of highly colored
Galax leaves, bunches of violets on the
cross, relieved with valley, cattleya blooms
and adiantum; a most exquisite piece of
workmanship.
With the advent of spring flowers there
has been quite an increase in the window
displays of the stores. Azaleas, tulips and
hyacinths have been very freely used, also
prunus and double cherries. Thorley made
one fine window of Lilium Harrisii in pots,
simply skirted with green plants. Scallen
made a gorgeous display of spring flowers
and orchids. Fleischman eclipsed anything
he has done before in his new store with a
group of Coelogyne cristata plants, splen-
didly flowered, with Adiantum Farleyense
fern to assist the grouping. This charming
orchid also showed to good advantage,
hung on a trunk of prepared palm stems.
Here and there throughout the store were
gayly bedecked pots of azaleas and Mar-
guerite daisies.
G. M. Stumpp displayed some exceedingly
fine plants from his own greenhouses. Two
special exhibits were a plant of Cycas
Circinalis, with forty fronds, in a 14-inch
pot, and a grand plant of Pandanus utilis in
a 12-inch pot, leaves of which were so
dense and so evenly arranged that the pot
was hidden. This plant had a diameter of
about 5 feet and stood 4 feet 6 inches in
height. Mr. Stumpp made a center piece
for a dinner table on Thursday night in
the shape of a heart. 6 feet in length, with
width to correspond; in this he used 600
Bridesmaid roses, and. as green, plants of
Selaginella Emiliana.
Hanft Brothers had the Doelger wedding
on Tuesday, which was a very elaborate
affair indeed. Five rooms were decorated
in pink and white; several large plants of
white lilac were used, and at the base of
these were arranged either light-colored
azaleas or plants of Marguerite daisies. On
a mirror in one room was hung a wreath
containing 100 cattleya blooms, and on an-
other a star, composed of 1.000 Roman
hyacinths. The wedding canopy was made
of 500 Bridesmaid roses, 1,000 valley and
300 Lilium HarrlBil. . i.
City News in Brief.
Arthur Wise, employed by J. K. Allen,
has been dangerously 111 with hemorr-
hages. Lacking any Society fund, the em-
ployes of the wholesale houses have put
their hands in their pockets nobly to help
their confrere in the time of his trouble
and have secured a goodly sum.
The first floral meeting of the horticul-
tural section of the American Institute will
take place on March 9. at their own rooms,
Nos. 111-116 W. Thirty-eighth street. This
will afford an excellent opportunity for those
who have seedling carnations or other nov-
elties to exhibit to put them before the
public. Certificates will be awarded to
meritorious varieties. The president. Dr.
Hexamer, solicits exhibits of every kind,
and anticipates a very successful meeting.
.A. Gofferje, No. 1669 Second avenue, who
has succeeded to the seed business carried
on recently by G. Herrmann, at No. 413
East Thirty-fourth street, will keep his
Second avenue flower store going as usual.
A competition for Floral Funeral Design,
to be adopted as the oflicial design of the
New York Florists' Club, will be held in
the club's rooms. No. 19 West Twenty-
seventh street. New York city, on Monday,
March S, 1897.
First priz(^Silver cup (value $25). of-
fered by the Vice-President of the club,
Mr. William Plumb.
Second prize — New York Florists' Club's
silver medal.
New York Florists' Club's Certificate of
Merit will be awarded to meritorious de-
Index to Advertisements.
He
Baldwin i
Woodruff,
As
166 Snow H B...
Vincent K J I
Smith Cbas E 166
Vincent BJr& gona .US
Cloud B J...,
Search Wm E
Shelmlre W I
Vlucent R Jr
Vincent B Jr 4 Son.
Lawranoe. Mrs Thos 1C8
■ iBIln
ig tti
Vn.
Dreer H A...
lilliott Wm I
Merkel C &
McCarthy N F & Co. 181
Begonlia.
' Everitt k Ineall...
Feltbousen J £...
I Oaskill O W
' Harris C A 4 Co..
Lawrance Mrs The
Smith C E..'..'
Woodruff WB
Cut Klowe
ill be governed by the
The competitii
following rules:
1. Competition open to all florists.
2. Designs entered in competition must
be accompanied by some initial or mark
other than that of the designer's name;
names or addresses of competitors attached
to design will debar such from competing;
names may be attached after the judges
have passed upon the designs.
3. Each design must be such as C'an be
reproduced in effect at any time of the
year, at a cost not to exceed $15.
4. Designs must be staged at above ad-
dress at 5 P. M. sharp, on Monday, March
8, and no one but the judges will be allowed
in the room during examination.
5. The first prize will not be awarded
unless there be more than four competitors,
and the committee reserves the right to
withhold the prizes, if, in their opinion,
the designs offered are not worthy of
6. It is earnestly requested that the
tists of New York will enter this c
ion, and the committee guaranteei
1 will be judged according (
floral
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JAMES I. DONLAN,
Committee; LAWRENCE HAFNER,
WILLIAM J. STEWART.
For further information, address J. I.
Donlan, No. 101 West One Hundred and
Eighth street. New York City.
On Wednesday, Feb. 17, in the City Court,
before Judge O'Dwyer. a suit was decided
in favor of Messrs. Siebreoht & Wadley.
of New York and New Rochelle, against the
Pennsylvania Railroad, brought for dam-
ages to a stock of palms, comprising mainly
Arecas and Kentias, which had been con-
signed to the above concern by John Bur-
ton, of Philadelphia, on Feb. 22. 1895. The
plaintiffs were awarded damages in the sum
of $267.89, with interest from February,
1S95.
This cose has quite a little interest for
florists and shippers, in that it clearly
proves that a common carrier can be
brought to account without a costly trial,
when neglect can be proven.
Mr. Burton testified to the date of ship-
ment, and proved that the goods were prop-
erly packed for the time of year, anl would
have reached consignees in good order had
they been forwarded directly through by
the fast freight on which they were shipped,
the usual time by this train between the
being twenty-fo
Mr. R. M. Gardner gave evidence to prove
the time which shipments by fast freight
from Philadelphia to this city occupy in
transit, and from his testimony it appears
the goods should have been receive! on
Saturday, whereas they were not delivered
until the Sunday morning.
From other testimony produced it appears
that the car oonuining the goods was, for
some reason, detached from the other cars
comprising the fast freight train for that
day, and allowed to stand near Mantua over
night, thus exposing the plants unduly and
Inflicting the Injuries complained of. The
jury remained out but ten minutes, and
promptly returned with a verdict in favor
of Messrs. Siebrecht & Wadley as above
stated.
Davis A B « Son 169
GreeneCoFloralNorB 184
Neff LI 178
NicolJ 169
Storrs & Uarrison Co 165
Board thing when they see it. We thin
I prove quite popular in the future.
J. M. GASSER.
Wm. Scott, Florist,
Cor. Main and Balcoms
The rose, Pres. Carnot
Kood shape. The color 1
ful, and lasting qualitiei
asked. After the third
out beautifully
hird day they opened
hung well.
KespectfuUy,
WM. SCOTT.
P. L. BoGART,
Si.\th ave., New York.
In regard to the new rose, Sonv. du Pre?.
Carnot. it has a gond stiff stem and a large
flower. It is certainly a beautiful thing,
flowers are
its beautiful pink
center. Its keepingqualitiesareexeellent.
I had a vase of them standing in my win-
dow from Tuesday afternoon until Satur-
day night, a " ' " ^
P. L. BOGART.
)Avui Clarke's Sons,
Boulevard, 78lh and 70th sts., I
We find the new rose, Pres. Carnot
ill that IS claimed for it. Its rieliciitc
md strong stiff stems, togellier w
xcellent keeping qualities, make it
to-dsy.
> best I
;ruly.
DAVID CLARKE'S SONS.
JOBN V. Pnn.Lips,
372Fultonst.&7Cllntonet.,Brooklyn,N.T.
The Pres. Carnot roses sent me I dis-
tributed among my best customers for
""' ' ■ being so exceedii '
ved
Mrs. E. Miller, Florist,
Ironton, Ohio.
The Pres. Carnot roses were received by
ne in excellent condition on the afternonn
)f jHnuaryl4. We have many visitors to
;eetliem. They were very much admired
1514 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, Pa.
andled cut Sonv. do Pres-
had no bett
verv few Ho
the best r(
roses. Thin
strong stems and foliage,
favorite this Winter.
of about the same class of
will be one of our staple
quantity. Good
Very truly,
PENNOCK BROS.
Norton Bros., Florists,
Hotel Berkeley, Boston, Mass.
Its delicate color, shading to pink and its
long, strong stems, its fragrance and rt-
raarkable keeping qualities should place
the new rose, Souv. du Pres. Carnot, with
our most desirable roses.
Very truly,
NORTON BROS.
Plants of strong, healthy, guaranteed stock, out of 2 1=2 inch pots, ready for delivery March 15lh,
can be had of the undersigned at
$3.00 PER DOZ.; $15.00 PER lOO; $125.00 PER 1000.
50 at lOO Bates. 500 at lOOO Kates.
STRAUSS & CO.
WASHINGTON, D. C.
ROBT. SCOTT & SON, E. C. HILL & CO.,
PHILA., PA.
Mention paper.
ROBT. CRAIG,
PHILA., PA.
RICHMOND, IND.
ERNST ASMUS,
WEST HOBOKEN, N.J.
176
The Plorisxs' Exchange.
SITUATIONS WANTED. GREENHOUSES and LAND.
solid. Without display. Wheoh
applies only
e addressed in
>t forwarding.
Roaee. Carnatio
atlsfaciory terms. Addn
Address 32, care this paper.
take charife of
glTU
ITUATION?
. Haubt, 135 Wyona !
establinhmeuti
foreman in Belulum
;. Van Eepoel, Short
1 up to date successlul growe
3t stock; age 40, married, arat-class refer
ArrhurB. Wheeler, care Geo. E. fc-ancourl
, Wilkes Barre. Pa.
Keneral. Capable of taking entire charge
man's place. Best references. Address .
. Madison,
GITUATION wanted b'
*^ gardener, commerci^- _.
with present employer as
nursery stuck. Understands j, „, ._^ „, ._
arching, etc: good reference ; disengaged April Ist.
Address stating wages. F. Jackson. MorrisvlUe, Pa^
f'ile°|fift
HELP WANTED.
WANTED.
Address, stating wages wanted, age, nation-
ality and experience, and giving references,
I. L. POWELL, Mlllbrook, N. T.
WANTED
BY A SEED P-XRIW IIS N. Y.
Two or Three Young Men, with a good
knowledge of the business.
Address, giving full particulars,
P. O. Box 2694 - - New York City.
WANTED.
perience not necessary. Give reference am
wages expected.
DB. J. 8. HINNEBSeOTS, Beading, Pa.
WANTED.
A competent person with small capital (o
start hothouse business in country town, 20
miles from city. An excellent chance for
permanedt business to a steady, practical
party. Apply by letter only, to
B. W. A., Florists' Excbange.
SECOND HAND MATERIAL.
FOR SALB CHEAP.
Extra good second-hand 3 and 4 incli pipe
GREENHOUSES and LAND.
FOR SALE.
FLORIST ESTABLISHMENT and LAND
L,ocated at Elm Grove, 'Wis,
ConBists of 35 acres of land, 15 acres partly oak
i'°7.t-. 'iPJl'S^ ??""'• ^ "=™* '"'o' '»""'• 6 ereeu-
Paul Railway. Pla
and aD ideal place
t. The oak Brove
tionH- The leTel laod is flne for gardening. The
greenhouses are built specially for rose and carna-
tion culture and are m best repair. Residence and
land are alone worth the price asked.
Nearly $7,000 Insurance is carried on buildings.
Land here is valued at 1200 to HOO per acre. A rare
Price, $14, OUO. Terms', $6,000 cash, bal-
ance on inorteane. Perfect title. Address
HERMAN STAEP8, Elm Grove, Wl
FOR SALE
An old and well establiBhed Florist's
Store consisting of fixtures, stock. Good
?ill. Cheap for cash. Address
MRS. 0. P. FAIRCHILD, Covington, Ky.
TO LEASE.
On account of owner going- abroad for a
number of years the John Henderson Co.
will lease to a responaible party their property
at Flushing, L. 1., consisting of 62,50U gquare
feet of glass, seven acresof land, three dwelling
houses, stables, horse, wagon, &c., for a term ol
years. For all particulars apply to
JOHN HENDERSON CO., Flushing, N. T.
FOR SALE.
A Valuable Property in City of Eimira, near
he beautiful Cemetery of Woodlawu, in eas}
ccess of its gates. Residence of 9 rooms,
ewly painted. Greenhouse with a business ol
20 years. Fruit, Berries, Shrubbery and Ever-
greens, with i'A acres level land. Price $5,600.
Keasona for selling, poor health , wish to
change climate. Address C. COMPTON,
1157 Hoffman St., Eimira, N. Y.
FOR SALE AT A BARGAIN.
ith everythlDg found i
und, telepboDt
a city of 30,010
tyliO.OOO; good
IOWA, care The Florists' Exchange.
W^ ANTED TO RENT.
Three or Four Greenhouses in or near
Philadelphia.
Address, with full particulars,
FLORIST, care of Henry F. micliell,
1018 Market st., Philadelphia.
Cincinnati.
Trade during the past week has remained
normal; nothing to brag of and very lit-
tle to complain of. The shipping trade is
improving and I really think that a gradual
return of prosperity is slowly coming our
way. Roses are scarce in this market now,
and so also are carnations; we. of course,
lay it all on the weather, but the sun is
now smiling on us and it will not be many
weeks before we shall have plenty of stock
of all kinds. Bulbus stuff is quite plenti-
ful and some good La Reine and Kaizer-
kroon tulips, von Sion narcissus and Dutch
Romans, are now seen in this market and
sell quite readily at 3c. to 4c. Saturday, in
this market, stock moved very rapidly, and
by 6 P. M. all good cut flowers were sold
and at good prices. Plants moved a little
slow.
The Club iind Its Work.
Our regular monthly meeting was held
Saturday evening, and all arrangements
perfected tor entertaining the Convention
during the coming week. Owing to the
carnation exhibit here during this week
our monthly exhibition, which is staged in
our club rooms, was not so large as usual.
Huntsman & Co. staged American Beauty,
Bride. Bridesmaid, Morgan, Cusin, Sunset
and Perle Roses, also paper white narcis-
,3us'. Romans, freesia and Harrisii, all: of
which were well grown and received cer-
tiflcates. R. Witterstaetter had a vase of
Emma Wocher and Buttercup carnations.
William Murphy had Bridesmaid, Jubilee,
Armazindy, Scott, Grace Wilder, and Por-
tia, the latter the finest lot of that var-
iety I ever saw, and for a red it will not
do to discard old Portia yet, as we have no
fixed scarlet that will take its place. Hugh
Graham had a vase of fifty Victor on ex-
hibition; the same arrived in splendid con-
dition, and certainly looks like a good car-
nation. It has many earmarks of the par-
ent (Daybreak), it is perfect in stem and
foliage, but in form, calyx, color and frag-
rance, it falls a little short of the require-
ments; still, with all this, it sc.iled 76
points. And I wish to say right here that
a carnation that will scale 85 points is
about as near perfection as you can get it.
TUFF STUFF ON GREEN FLY
IS TOBAC-OIL.
St. Paul.
Trade this month has recovered some-
what from the dullness caused by the severe
"cold wave," but is not up to the average.
This can be accounted tor in part or in
whole by the financial depression incident
to several bank failures. Funeral work
constitutes the greater part of sales made.
Flowers are becoming quite scarce, rose.s
and carnations, especially white, being very
scarce indeed. Some very fine daffodils
are being brought in from May & Co. and
Swanson.
In the plant line stock moves slowly.
Azaleas sell quite well, but cyclamen, prim-
rosee, begonias, etc., are not in great de-
mand.
For several months during the past year
the greenhouses connecied with the State
Reform School at Redwing have been sell-
ing cut flowers to a Minneapolis department
store, interfering more or less with the
florist trade in that city. The sentiment of
the tax paying floris's has been made public
in formal resolutions, addressed to the
Board of Managers of that institution and.
Legislatur
oduc
to prohibit the custom.
The committee in charge is composed of
-Messrs. E. Nagel, R. Wessling and Gust.
Malmquist.
It i.3 to be hoped that the practice will
be prohibited and that criminal labor ii.
the florist line will not be allowed to com-
pete with the wage earners.
Fred Bussjaeger, of this city, met with
a severe loss on the morning of the 10th.
His heating apparatus in some manner ig-
nited the joist and floor overhead, and the
smoke killed all of the plants, including
about 1,000 Harissii, 250 cinerarias, 350
primroses, a bench of carnations and all
his spring bedding stock. This is Mr. B.'s
first year in the business, he having built
his house (115x20) last spring. He is badly
in need of cuttings of bedding stock. Any
of the brethren having any to sell cheap
would do well to write him. He feels his
loss keenly, and realizes that he must get
new stock growing at once in order to
have it large enough for bedding out the
last of May.
L. L. May & Co. have a fine bench or
rooted rose cuttings, and report a very
gratifying trade in that line.
Mr. E. B. Weatherly, of the Sioux City
Seed Company, was a recent caller.
Elbridge S. Cook, assignee of the in-
solvent firm of Northrup, iBraslan, Goodwin
Company, has filed a partial report of the
condition of the estate. The report says
that practically all the assets have been
turned into cash and that the total receipts
amount to $25,104.16 and disbursements
$6,782.66, leaving a balance in cash on hand
of $18,321.90. Claims allowed aggregate
$151,093.18, and disallowed aggregate $46,-
040.83. These disallowed claims may be
allowed by the court later.
Cleveland.
Trade Notes.
Trade has been very quite for some
time past, but at this writing ccnsiderable
improvemeDt may be noted. Store tradt-
is reported good on all sides, and orderf
for funeral and decorative work are cominp
in freely. Stock continues In good supply,
no particular shortage in anything except
American Beauty, and some other ro^ee.
All stocks of Beauty offered are very poor;
some very flne Bride and Bridesmaid
were seen. Prices remain about as previ
ously reported. Carnations are plentifal
»nd storks very good, prices range from
25c. to 50c. per dozen. Dutch bulb stock
finds very poor sale, much of the >tock
iffered going to waste. Harrisii brings
12 per dozen. Valley and violets sell at
same prices as last reported.
ClorlBta' Clnb Baniioet.
This affair will take place on
Thursday evening, 25th inst., snd will be
free to club members, their families and
friends. Army and Navy Hall has been
secured, and a program arranged.
H. A. Hart, J. M. Gasser and sev-
eral other florists from this city left on
Wednesday last for the Cincinnati meet
ing of the American Carnation Society.
A. Graham had expected to leave with
this party of Cleveland florists, but owing
fo the illness of his son, Adam, did not
«tart. Mr. L. J. Darnell, who, with J. M
Gasser, returned two weeks since from an
extended trip throngh the .''outh, has been
confined to his home by illne.ss.
H. P. Winter, doing a retail business as
the H. P. Winter Seed Company, at Glen-
vlUe, O., filed a deed of assignment on
Wednesday afternoon, 17th inst. Harris
Creech was named as assignee. Assets
$1,200, liabilities $1,800. "Hard times"
was given as the cause of the assign-
ment. G.
Prov.dence, R. I.
The Market.
There has been but little change in
the condition of business during the week,
although as a whole satisfactory. Funeral
work has been brisk, and white carnations
have been close in supply. Otherwise sup-
ply is abundant; and In violets a glut was
approached. The first sweet peas of the
season came in last week from W. Nichol,
Barrlngton, and were unusually flne.
They brought a fancy figure at retail.
lu Town and Out.
Farquhar Macrae and William B.
Hazard of this city, Matthew J. Leach and
Alex. Miller, of Pawtucket; N. B. Pierce,
Jr., of Norwood, paid a visit to S. J. Ren-
ter's, at Westerly, where they remained
over night, and the following day con-
tinued to A. N. Pierson's, at Cromwell,
Conn. Wiillam Appleton and A. M.
Rsnnle, went to Boston last week as repre-
sentatives from the Rhode Island Florists
and Gardeners of this city at the Boston
Florists' Club banquet. George F. Ruby,
of the George N. Seaman Company, 33 John
rftreet, Boston, was in town selling cut-
flower vases last week. Mr. Murphy, of
N. F. McCarthy & Co.; Charles Atkins,
of Pitcher & Manda, and Martin Bernkopf,
of H. Bayersdorfer, were in town.
James B. Cdnning decorated In-
fantry Hall for the ball of the Locomotive
Engineers on Wednesday night.— William
Haoey, the veteran gardener, has been
sent to the hospital tor treatment.— Lou
Williams is cutting some of the finest
Bridesmaid coming into this market.—
James Murphy has entered the employ of
E. J. Johnson, in the retail store.- The
General Assembly has appropriated $45,000
for new buildings to be erected at the
Agricultural College at Kingston.— John-
«on Bros, opened a branch store at 167
Weybosset street on the 18th.— Secretary
W. H. Mason has received a quantity of
seed from Senator Ball, Washington, DC,
be distributed by him among the Flor-
Springfield, Mass.
Rev. W. T. Hutchine has been elected
president of the Amateur Horticultural So-
ciety, in place of Mr. Wills, who declined
C. H. Beckwith, attorney, wa^s appointed
assignee of C. R. Miller & Co. at a meeting
o£ the creditors, held last Saturday. Busi-
ness is being conducted under the name of
Mr. Leonard.
C. F. Fairfleld has laid off nearly all his
help. Business is quiet, nothing but funeral
work to demand flowers. Good roses in va-
riety retail at $1.25 to $2 a dozen; carna-
tions, 35c.; daffodils, 75c.; Harrisii and
callas, $2; violets, $1.40 for 100, except with
one dealer, who cuts prices with a view to
unloading, regardless of the financial re-
sult.
W. F. G.
Hempstead (L. I.} Hart. Sociey.
The above society held its regular month-
y meeting in the Kings Daughters House,
iempstead, on Monday, February 8, to
vhich the most prominent residents of the
ip wc
ited. The
successful one. The e.xhibits of plants
cut flowers, and the interesting discus-
i on same, created a lasting impression,
the local florists look forward to good
Mr. Mi
Oasis Nur
ry, exhibited i
well grown Lor
difl'erent brands of mushrooms. Chris Bes-
old, of Mineola, showed a fine display of
carnations, including some new seedlings.
J. Sidenburg, Hempstead, made a display of
flowering plants and cut flowers; Weston
Brothers, a group of ferns and cut carna-
tions; C. W. Ward, Queens, sent a vase of
Scctts; Mr. Kindsgrab put up a flne bunch
of the California violet,"an(3 John M. Hunt-
er a pan of Begonia Brfordii. The society
intends to hold an exhibition in April for
the purpose of encouraging the purchasing
of Easter plants.
J. I. D.
Ciirnatioii Pre.l Codey — John McGow-
an, Orange, N. J., sends us sample blooms
of this new carnation. It is a large flower,
color white, pencilled with carmine, with
a long, stiff stem. Mr. McGowan says he
has tested it for six years. The habit is
the same as that of Lizzie McGowan, and
it blooms as freely as that variety. It has,
lie says, received certiflcateis from the
Hampden County (Mass.) Horticultural So-
ciety and the New York Florists' Club.
Cedar Oil Inseptieide.
Messrs. August Rolker & Sons, New
York, are introducing this article as a sub-
stitute for Fir Tree oil. The price is much
lower than that of the latter, on account
of its being a domestic manufacture, and
the introducers claim it is quite as effec-
tive It is put up In liquid and also as a
soap.
The Pl-orists* Exchange.
177
JAPAN IVY
strong 2-.venr fleld-
grown, $4.00 per 100.
Shmbtory at i Biigain.
E. s PETERSON, ?:r;:;, v,*'^:^^^!'?^:,^;,^-
LARGEST STOCK OF
PEACH TRE ES
In tbe State of Delaware.
Fi>r tbe spriiiK trade one year from biiil.
San .lo8e Scale and Yellows have never
been known in this part of tbe State.
R. S. JOHNSTON, Box 50, Stockley, Del.
..PRIVET..
lUO.UOO I'rivel, I'aCts. up.
20,000 AMPELOPSIS VEITCHII.
THE ELIZiBETH NURSERY CO.^"Ti^^^"'
IF YOU IMPORT ANY
FLORIST OR NORSERV STOCK,
LOUIS VAN KOERT, General Agent,
STRAWBERRY PLANTS ^'e^nls!
No. I plants, cheap. Golden Queen Raspbeny.
Moore's Early Grape. 2 year, No. i,at $2 00 per icxn ;
$15.00 per 1000; 5000 Moore's Early, i year, No. i
(extra) at $1.50 per 100; $10.00 periooo. Rasp-
berry-Blackberry and other small fruits, best
quality, at low piicer.. For price list address
CHAS. BLACK, Hi^htstown. N.J.
F.&F.Nurseriesgfg%r'
We grow and keep in stock the most complete
assortment of hardy Nursery Stotk. Catalogue free.
WHCN WRrriNO ME.-4TIOK r>^ «r d oA-f-T » evcHi^ac
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA.
DEPARTHENT OF AGRICULTURE.
Floradals, Pa., Oct. 17, 1896.
To Whom it Mat Concern :— This ia to certify that I
have this 17th day of October, 1896, inspected the nursery
stock of C. L. Longsdorf, grown at Floradale. County of
Adams, State of Pennsylvania. and found no indicAtion of
the presence of "San Jose Scale, Rosette, Yellows, or
other injurious insects or diseases" that might be trans-
ferred on Nursery Stock from the nursery to the orchard
or garden. (Signed) G. 0. GROFF. Special Agent.
50,000 PEACH fo.c^fr.r.ee»s!
C. L. LONGSDORF, Floradale, Pa.
...I HAVE A...
FINE STOCK
Fears, Cheriies, Feaches,
Apples, Ouinces,
MANY IN BEARIN8 SIZES.
* 2,000 Elms U to 16 feet.
.3,000 Elms 10 to 14 "
6,000 Norway Maples 9 to 11 "
6.0(10 Sugar Maples 10 to 12 "
700 Cut-leaved Birch 8 to 10 "
500 Golden and Scarlet Oaks. . 8 to 16 **
600 Blood-leaved Maples 9 to 12 "
.600 Lindens 10 to 12 "
700 White Fringe 4 to 8 "
1,200 Purple-leaved Beech 3 to 8 "
15,000 California Privet 2 to 0 "
15,000 Evergreens, all sizes.
10,000 Boses, XX stronif.
lO.nOO Shrubs and Climbing Tines. XX fine.
3,000 Azaleas and Rhododendrons, X nice.
SuoerlntendentB of Parks and Cemeteries, and
Florist? wantlnE Block tor their customers should
call ou me or write. Two Railroads, two Express
Co. '8 and Steamboats to New York City. Address
STEPHEN CRANE, Nonvicli, Conn.
Proprietor of Norwich Nurseries.
rLORISTS- eXCHANOt
JULIUS ROEHRS,
Headquarters for
and
I Palms
I Decorative Plants, |
I RUTHERFORD, N. J. t
J p. O. Address, - Carlton Hill, N. J. 2
mW WKITIHa MINTION THt
NEPHROLEPIS EXALTATA
....BOSTONIENSIS....
THE BOSTON DROOPING FERN.
$rj, |f8,Vi.''ISl™Bn"d J36"per°d.;z.%lanu that wfll
"^^Sman "ants at jio! m. iS and $100 oerlOOO. U. »7,
JIO and 115 per ICO Ready now. or orders booked for
.Juneto August delivery. 50 at 100: 250 at 1000 rate.
HEATH PLANTS.
100 pbints ill flower and bud, in i and 5 inch pots,
at $2 Hud $.1 per doz. Now ready. Very fine plants.
Always self well.
ROOTED CUTTINGS, DAYBREAK CARNATIONS.
L. H. FOSTER,
4.6 KINO ST.
DORCHESTER, MASS,
Decorative Plants
ARAUCIRIAS
PALMS
PANDANUS VEITCHII
Write for Pric
JOHN SCOTT,
Keap street Greenhouses, ■ BROOKLYN, N. Y.
Telephone Call 1207 Williamsburgh.
*HEN WRrriNO MCNTION THt FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
SURPLUSSTOCK
Uerberls TulKans :)to3!i5ft..
Thunbergii 2t'o'>'-. ft'!
(MetUrnafDitollal to 1'.. ft
European Beech 5 to ti ft.... ..
lUyrica Cerifera (
Rosa Liurida 2 ft.
Cut I^eaved Eldel
Symphoricarpns ^
1 2 ft.
Viburnum Opul
T. R. WATSON
OldColooy Nurseries
ujHEN wRrriNa mention
Plynioutli, Mass.
DELmRE COLLEGE AGRICULTURAL
EXPERIMENT STATION.
G. HAROLD POWELL.
nOKTlCtn-TTjaiST AND ENTOMOLOGIST.
Newark, Del., Deo. 15. 1896,
MR. A. Puli.es, Milford, Delaware.
Dear Sir:~This Is to certify that 1 have examinee
a large number of trees and plants in your nurserlei
for peach yellows, peach rosette and San Jose scale
rof t
inju
°"q, ha'^roi.d'i
Delaware ColleKC Acrlcultural Experin
PEACH: PLUM TREES
FOR SPRING DELIVERY, 1897.
Reliable
lie rates. Send for Su
ASPARAGUS ROOTS.
■i and 3 Years, Stionn.
ALEXANDER PULLEN,
Hlirord Nnrseries. MILFOBD, DBI,.
WHEN WRrriNO MENTION THE FtORISTS' EXCHANGE
DREER'S SPECIAL OFFER
FOR FEBRUARY.
AZALEAS FOR EASTER
AZALEA
We offer
Singles in choicest mixture
Singles in separate colors as scarlet.
Doubles in choicest mixture
Doubles in separate colors
GLOXINIAS. ^J°rL-'TSl
We are this season carrying- an unusually
large stock of Azaleas In the best varieties
and in fine condition for Easter. As these
plants can be shipped more safely when in
bud, we wish to impress the importance of
early orders. We will not be responsible
for injuries arising from Inte shipment
when the buds are developed. 5 inch pots,
with fine bushy crowns, 10 to VZ inches in
diameter, well set with buds, $5.00 per doz-:
$40.00 per 100. 6 inch pots, fine plants, well
set, 13 to 15 inches in diameter, $9.00 per
doz.; $70.00 per 100.
Specimen plants, $2.00, $2.50 and $3.00
TUBEROUS ROOTED
BEGONIAS.
Mo'w Is tbe time to plant for early
flowering; the strain is the same as baa
been sent out by us for several seasons, the
best that can be procured.
$3.00 per 100; $35.00 pe
$1.00 per doz.: $7.00 p
e, yellow $1.25 per doz.; $8.00 p
the Crassitolia type in fine mixture, HM per 100 ;
$30.00 per 1000.
ARAUCARIA EXCELSA. a grand lot of plants of fine perfect form, of
excellent value, 6 inch pots. 16 to 18 inches high, 4 tiers, $1.50 each.
ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI. a really llrst-class novelty that is certrin to
become popular when better known, 2'4 inch pots, $1.26 per doz.; $8.00 per ICO.
FUCHSIA TRIPHYLLA HYBRIDA. ^S^^%^^^^1 1?^^^^^'
SPECIAL GOOD VALUE IN PALMS.
The following are all fine decorative stock suitable for immediate use, well nrown, clean and
vigorous.
ARFTA I IITFSCFNS 4 inch pots, 16 inches high.... $3.50 per doz; $25.00 per lOO
rtKCVvrt LU 1 i::.0».>Ll-«0. g .. .. j^ .. bushy, made up stock, $1.00 each
KENTIA BELMOREANA.
5 inch pots, 5 leaves, 18 to 20 inches high $0 75 each
KENTIA FORSTERIANA.
ad it, nice shapely pla
LATANIA BORBONICA.
ch pots, 4 to 5 leaveSt 13 to 15 inches high . .
, $3 00 per doz.
Quarterly Trade
HENRY A. DREER, " — PHILADELPHIA, PA.
tDimUM CyilEITUM.
STRONG AND BUSHY.
3 in. $6 per 100; 2^i in. $3 per 100 : $25 per 1000,
Cash with Order.
CHAS. F. BAKER, Utlca, N. Y.
FERNS
Please Remit When Urderine.
JOHN WELSH YOUNa, (Jemantown, Pa.
A SPECIAL DISCOUNT
320. FERNS
PTERIS SERRULATA. .
PTERIS ARGYR/tA. , .
ADIANTUM PUBESOENS.
$3.50 PER 100. CASH.
EDWIN A. SEIDEWITZ.
36 W. Lexington St.. BALTIMORE, MD.
WHEN WRrriNO MENTION THE FLORISTS* CXCHANSCWHEN WRrriNO MENTION THE rvORISTS* EXCHANOf
Nephrolepis Exaltata Bostoniensis.
Ill large and small quantities for Spring delivery, from $40.00
to $80.00 per 1000. Mine is Hie genuine stock,
FRED. C. BECKER, 1730 Cambridge Street, CAMBRIDGE, MASS.
178
The F^l-orists' Exchange.
Chicago.
Sta.A.iir:
per pkt. of 2500
E. B. JENNI[(GS,n'5!!" Southport, Conn.
OROWER OP THE FINEST PANSIE8.
100 000 Pansy Plants. Sr/dea'uXu
tier's Mammoth, $4.00 per 1000.
10,000 Cann; s.^?'a''uP'T„v^uTo,""'S
Leclerc,yellow,$4 00perl00. Queei
Charlotte, $8.00 per 100.
I ExchHnse-Petunla. double; Helio
Verbena, Roaea. 2 inch.
SHELLROADGREENHOUSEC
.North Point P. (
President Carnot Rose.
We won First Premium with this rose at the
great Indianapolis 'Mum show last November,
with stems from 3)^ to 4 ft. lonK. We have a
fine stock of own roots and grafted plants.
Write for prices.
W. W. COLES,
Maple Hill Rosa Farm, ■ - KOKOMO, IND.
MHCN wnmna mcntion the noRisrs- cxchangc
ROSES.
HIBISCUS AND GERANIUMS.
KoHes. Str(.n« planta, 'ij^ In. pots, 12 25 per 10(
BrldeHmald
It me. Camllle
Mme.' Marc^ttln
Mme. H^cliH'aller
Papa (iouller
PrlDcesa ol Hagan
Preii. Gaulain
n Corliet
Ciu lloi
TERMS CA8U
Vlc'or HuBo
White l.a Fra
WITH OKDER.
R.H.MURPHEY,Urbana,Ohio.
LOOK HERE! This Stocli Must be Healthy.
Picki-d in October 70,000 flowers; in Novem-
ber, 130,000; in Decemlier. 150,000; in January,
110,000. Can be proven by my commission men.
Will more than twice double this before Easter.
$4,00 per 1000; cash with order.
GEO. T. SCHUNEMAN, Blue Point, N.Y.
I.arge9t grower of Marie Louise Violets in the world.
Winner of the largest prizes ever offered for Violets.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS EXCHANGE
TIBEE NEW Rll VHS
Companions to Crimson Rambler.
Hew Rose, Yellow RanlilGr
(ACLAIA.l
The only hardy yellow rose. .\ splendid roinpan.
ion to Crimson Rambler. Bound to become popular.
Buy while the stock lasts. Fine a>5 in. plnulH,
SI,). 00 per 100. Address
THE DINGEE & CONARD CO.,
Rose Gro'wers, ^Vest Grove, Pa.
LOOK HERE!
AGLAIA, or YELLOW RAMBLER.
EUPHROSYNE, or PINK RAMBLER.
A clear light red,
THALIA, or WHITE RAMBLER.
Send for free coloritype plate anddescripti\e
lircular of Aglaia. Every florist should handle
hese three important novelties. Strong plants
rom 2J4 inch pots, ready March let. $2 00
)trlO; «15.0t) per 100.
Send for Trade List of hardy, field-prown
JACKSON & PERKINS CO.,
NEWARK, NEW YORK.
»2 5U par 100; »J
«3.00 per mil: »2--
AsparaKUs Piiii
r„"p-oiiv^3'^p"-?'
...ROSES...
RichHrd, Pin
Uanibleran
EMPRE8SnP CI
hardy pink OlimblUB Roue. iin.wB
MorninK Glory: bi>und to become po
lOO; 125.00 per 1000.
...GERANIUMS .
VIOLET CLUMPS
MARIE LOUISE. Per 100, $3.00.
ROOTED CUTTINGS
Per 1000 Per 100
GERANIUMS, Double White, Pink
MRS. POLLOCK, GERANIUM,
REX BEGONIA
STHOBILANTHES
ALTERNANTHERA, VIOLETS
SWEET ALYSSUM, double
SALVIA, scarlet, HELIOTROPE,
CARNATIONS
COLEUS,
, 15 00 2 (
.xed.
I.M Favo
c, I'allfoi'D
.Doyle TRAILING QUEEN FUCHSIA
f flower, freedom of
J. A. DOYLE,
e op Ihe ideal Bedding Ger
(35 00 per 1000.
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Whil
VI NO A VARIEGATA, $4.00, $6.00, $10.00, per 100
I true to name and extra care in aelectloK,
j Terms, OMh or 0. O. D
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: rU3RISTS* CXCHANGE
Pansies Worth Raising .
C. Soltau i Go. ''It'uT Jersey City, N. J.
LBDT GiPeEll vioins
strong Runners, 75c, Per 100.
KarQubar Violets $1.50 per lOO
Frank W. Poore, Florist, Haverhill, Mass.
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MARIE I.OITISE ....
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FARQITH AR
All from good p
Five French Medals; two A
60; " 4.(10.
1.6C: " lo.oa
!an Medals; three Diplomas,
First Premium, Grand Central Palace, Nev
• he auspices of New York Florists' Club.
Send In your orders nofv. Cash
satisfactory reference.
York, under
FERD. BOULON. Sea Cliff, L I., N.Y.
PANSIES! PANSIES!!
Being tlie largest gr
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BATH'S EMPRESS.
Queen, the flowers a
sealed packetB, 63., 9s.
BATH'S MONARCH
(retail, Is., Is. 6d. and 2s. 6d.)
My own st
magniflcen
substance, and
(retail, Is., Is. 6d
n of Fancy Pansies, comprising the
varieties specially selected for the
le colors very bright and varied. In
■ ^^^w% ^BA/^^^M&dPI n Purple, top petals shading to white,
LORD BtAOtFWor I tl-U. splendid, is, ad. per oz.; 25s. per Ib.
^■•Kiv PMBPLE Large velvety purple, 3s. per oz.; iOs. per lb.
CLEVEDON YELLOW. ^;;:lt"Ju"/7Jo^y]''''::Tef olTl^s'pir lb:
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(Late with Theo. Roehrs),
WholasaU Commission Dealers In
Cut Flowers,
115 West 30th Street,
Consigaments Solicited. NEW YORK.
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WHOLESALE FLORISTS,
111 West 30th Street,
NEW YORK.
Consignments So'icited. Telepions 260 38tli St
WM. H. CUNTHER,
Wholesale Florist
VIOLETS AND CARNATIONS A SPECIALTY.
ConsiKnments Solicited.
30 West 29th St., New York.
Telephone, 2<)00-38th Street.
MICHAEL A. HART,
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j 118W.80thSt.,New Tort.
I ^ Telephone Call, 1807 38th St.
I All kinds of Roses. 'Vloletfl and Carnations
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ART, ■
ion Florist, i
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ith St. I
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TENDED TO. |||
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Telephone Call, 1847 18th St.
American Beauties, Carnations, White Violets,
Specialties. CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED.
Send us your name for
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Ho. 34 W. 29th St.
Wlolesale Dealer in Get Flowers.
We are Headquarters for FINEST CARNATIONS and ROSES, , — ..„ , ,,,,
VIOLETS, VALLEY, ROMANS, SMILAX, ADIANTUM. Reserved
19-21 RANDOLPH ST., CHICAGO. ' ^^^
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Ce grow the finest of American Beauties and other Roses. Also choice
selected Valley all the year round. Carnations, Smilaz, Adiantum, etc.,
fresh cut. I^ong: Distance Teleplione, Main 223.
90, 92 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO
r IOB« .
Feb. 19, 1887
. Beauty, fanoy and special.
.Victoria
La France, extra
" ordinary.
Magna Charta
Urs. F. Uorgan . . .
Niphetos, Hoste...
PapaOontler
Pefle
Sony, de Wootton..
tJlrich Brunner...
WatteviUe
Oaluui
f All colors, inferior fradi
n (White
5 Stamdabd j pink
2 Tabiitmb 1 B«d
I- ( lel. * Var
J •Fahot (White..
K (The hlithert J 5*°,*
4 ETadeBof stand- ) Red
O ardTarietlee.) (Yel.iYa
L NOTRLTIBS
Jattutas
OrpBiPEDiniiB
LllilBs, Longlflorum
Lilt of thi Vallby
Naeoissus, Von Sion
Paper White.,
Roman Htaoinths
3.00 to 40.00
6.00 to 15.00
8.00 to 12.00
,76 to
to I
3.00 to
.76 to
.76 to
.76 to
, 18, 1897, Feb, 17,
8.00 to 12 00
St. Loins
Feb. 17, 1897. Feb. 16, 1897.
76 to 1.1
60.00 to 76.1
6,00 10 8.1
.25 to
.26 to
26 to
2.00 to
1.60 to
16,00 to 20.00
see our Correspondence Colnmos.
ndred unless otherwise noted,
only after very careful inquiry, and while we do
' " ^ " " te mentioned.
JULIUS LANG,
Wholesale Florist
53 WEST 30tli ST.
Consistnments Solicited. NEW YORK.
FRANK niLLANQ,
Wholesale Commission Dealer
....in Cut Flowers....
408 Bs.< 34«h St., New York City.
Wholesale Growers of Cut Flowers.
500,000 Feet of Glass.
We can fill all orders on short notice with all leading varieties of ROSES and
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Give us a trial and convince yourself.
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WHOLESALE DEALERS IN
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53 "West 28tli St.
Telephone 2379 38th St. NEW YORK.
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Wholesale Flodigt,
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1432 So. Penn Square,
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DUMONT & CO.,
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CARNATIONS A SPECIALTY.
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: H^EST VARIETIES:
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The Cultivation of Phalaenopsis.
In early boyhood I made up my mind tc
study the nature of the phalaenopsis, and
believe I was fairly successful with the
collection which was under my care at Sum-
N. J.
say
tlon of a very short time when we will
have the phalaenopsis on the cut flower
marketis of the United States, as plentiful
as is the cattleya to-day. Who of us would
have thought, ten years ago, that the de-
mand for cattleya blooms would have
reached the proportion it has assumed at
the present time? Fifteen— yes, or even
ten— years ago there was little indication
that the love for orchids and orchid flow-
ers would grow 60 rapidly.
I do not deem it expedient to go into the
history of the phalaenopsis. in this or any
other country, for the simple reason that it
is not yet well enough known to have any
really authentic history. There is now, I
believe, only one noteworthy collection of
this orchid in the country, since the sud-
den and untimely ending of Mr. G. Am-
sinck's collection at Summit, N. J., which
was the healthiest ever seen, according to
the unanimous opinion of orchid experts
on both continents.
In treati"ng of the cultivation of any
plant grown under glafis, we must begin
ith
hich
grow
it. It is not necessary to have a house
specially built for phalaenopsis; any ordi-
nary stove house will do. Neither does it
make much difference whether the house is
built north, south, east or west, providing
you have the desired temperature, which is
65 degrees; nothing more nor less; no varia-
tion from that in the winter.
The next thing necessary about the house
is a full supply of pure air. Ventilation is
one of the greatest essentials to their
well being. I have often been told by
orchid growers never to put air on the
phalaenopsis when it was freezing hard
outside. Weil, contrary to advice, I have
put it on, and kept it on all the time,
whether the temperature was above or be-
low zero; but when the weather was damp
or cloudy, down came the ventilators
tight, to remain so until the outside at-
mosphere became purified, when I would!
put on air again very gradually. |
Heating is another factor which is too^
often omitted when required. It is abso-'
lutely necessary to have a little Are heat
in summer to keep the inside atmosphere
purified. The fires, therefore, should never
be allowed to go out during the summer
months; so that when the day is damp or
cloudy, you are always prepared to get
the best of the fungi which are sure to ac-
cumulate on the compost in such weather—
a disease which, if allowed to grow and
reach the roots or foliage of the plants, Is
bound to bring dire results. An excessive
dampness in the house will bring black or
yellow spot on the foliage — the worst dis-
ease of all to get rid of. In this case, I
know of only one course to pursue, and
that is a continual watch over every indi-
vidual plant. When this trouble is dis-
covered the remedy is simple, viz.: As
soon as observed on the leaf, take your
knife and cut off that portion of it where
the disease has manifested itself, cutting
at least half an inch below the spot, though
it may be the top leaf. It seems hard to
do this, but you will find by continuing this
course right along in every case, and then
using plenty of sulphur on the part of the
leaf you have cut through, that you will
have no more trouble with spot.
Another mischievous imp that brings
about a great deal of vexation, and proves
a great drawback to this magnificent or-
chid, is yellow thrip— the most desperate
little insect that I have ever had to contend
with. To get rid of him, as usual, keep a
close watch and use tobacco in all forms:
have some fresh stems on j'our pipes, and
always keep a little fresh stems in water
to sponge with; give a light fumigation
three times a week. If this is done regu-
larly, it will keep the thrip within bounds.
Phalaenopsis requires to be shaded from
the direct rays of the sun at all times.
Watering is another of the most essential
duties connected with the growth of this
orchid. I seldom used any other than rain
water, and that always of the same tem-
perature as the house. In watering baskets
or pans (the plants are generally grown in
such), the best way is to have a barrel or
tank In the same house, as near to the pipes
as you can get it, and dip your plants at
least once a week. By this I don't mean
the foliage of the plant, but the compost
and roots and up as tar as the bottom
leaf. This done, they require to be looked
after with the watering pot every morning.
They require this treatment only when
growing.
When resting, i. e., drying them off a
little, in order to get their flower spikes
through the hard skin in their natural way,
one has to be very careful; because on this
depends principally general results. You
have to study and know at what time your
plants are through growing, and whether
it is wise to get them into flower. To stop
a plant from growing in order to get it
into flower, you should lessen the watering
gradually, and when you see the flower
spikes appear, increase the amount of wat-
er very slowly until the flower spikes are
fully expanded.
Do they need to be fed? Well, yes, they
do. I don't know what they get to eat in
their native home, but I do know that under
cultivation they will take a good meal once
a week when growing. Fresh cow manure,
diluted in water about one peck to the bar-
rel, ii) what I used; and although I have
also used several fertilizers I have found
this liquid manure to be the best. But
they should never be fed while in flower.
Tho same course should be observed after
they are through flowering, for at least two
months. It is bad policy to let them flower
too freely. I always made it a point to
pinch out all flower spikes from weak
plants, and prevent them flowering at all
that year. The following year you will get
a flower spike twice as strong and the
plant will almost be double In size as a re-
sult of stopping it from flowering.
Now there are a great many little details
which I do not consider necessary to men-
tion here; these can be found In several
orchid books. Suffice it to say that you
have In this paper the principal points nec-
essary to proper cultivation in order to ob-
tain best results with phalaenopsis.
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LEMATIS ^
ARNATIONS "
HRYSANTHEMUMS
C.EISELE, I IthS Jefferson Sts.Phila Pa.
MENTION THE ruOBIBTS- EXCHAHGt
WE MEET THE PRICES OF ALL COMPETITORS
C a¥n AS " Italia "and " Austria."
(Flower One half Size)
DOLLARS
for one plant of
ITALIA and one
of AUSTRIA.
The 0 f
refused-t8,60O
asked for a part of
fully worth
the price asked
was proved by
SIX months ago.
Owing to rapid
propagation we
can now make
our price on
100, $200.00 per 1000.,
• I/lt^lll. $400.00 per 1000.
The prices for Immediate delivery, and fine, large
grown roots. Send for list of ALL THE NEWEST CANNAS at
popular prices.
iSPARA , „ ,. .„,
I Mr. Robert Craig— be knows a good thing when he sees I
NEW ROSES. OLIMBINa WOOTTON, CARMINE PILLAR, $2.00 per doz.; $10.00 per 100.
' Send tor catalogue of novelties.
3i*AN.... PHILADELPHIA.
A. 3LANC&C0.
R01.KERS'
Soluble
Cedar Qiv
Insecticide
ft slg5
. The peer of any foreign soluble insecticide oil thus far introduced; it dissolves readily in any water, soft
Specially Prepared for AVavHT R61.KER & SOI«S, New Vork.
. Who offer it to the American Horticulturists as the Best American Remedy for destroying scale, aphis'
Used "' ^ "^ '''^"' ''"''■ -^"^ "°' '"'''""' * ''**"''^ ''''°- °°'^^ '^"'^ Always
Directions : For s. -ii? plants dissolve one piLt in fifty gallons of water; for hardwood plants and hard-
uart in thirty gallons of water, gauging by experience and by obstinacy of each
nts, or spray with a fine rose-greenhouse syringe, or with the knapsack sprayer
shell insects increase U]
case; stir well, then di
(capacity six galli
I " 0 •=«!- "
I g ^ assf o
M « gSsSg c
cask or tub.
Sfft,^ r $2.50 the gallon tin ; $1.00 the quart tin.
Sold by SEEDSMEN AND FLORISTS.
To Florists !
'S M
as* «
Jliii
: We sell the Oil for $1.50 per gallon; 60 cents per quart. The soap for 30 1
Trial Tins of soap sent by mail on receipt of .50 cents for pound tins; 35
; a pound tin; $13.50 the 50 lb. tub.
s for half pound tins. Address
AUGUST ROLKER & SONS, 1 36 and 1 38 West 24tli Sf, New York.
Importers of and^Dealers in FLORISTS' SEEDS, BULBS AND SUPPLIES. — ^
A WEEKLY MEDIUM OF INTERCHANGE FOR FLORISTS, NURSERYMEN, SEEDSMEN AND THE TRADE IN GENERAU
m. IX. NO. 9.
NEW YORK, FEBRUARY 27, 1897.
One Dollar Per Year.
NEIAT:
Wmpil V PUmiillEIIITEWiiBnDE SEEDS W BULBS
(GIANT PEARL.)
over in diameter.
variety is truly a giant in siz
The snow white pe
d are of good sulistaiice. Hal
I beauty to any other varietii
suring 3 inchi
nd a dazzling :
rieties introduced up to the present l
3n all varieties of Marguerites in cuiti
Pearl In size of flower and profusion i
The orlKinat
3, and there a
mm. NoFlori
Toung Stock, 2 inch pots, 1S1.75 per dozen; Sia.OO ]
"Every Bulb's a Pearl."
EXCELSIOR DWARF PEARL TUBEROSES.
fereoce, $7.50 per lOtlO. Ut cuur.e: Quantity effects the Price. If you
write for sample and special quotation.
JAPANESE LILIES
this SpiinK, owing to the enorm
L,ilium Auratnin
Lllluiu Speclosuin Rubruiii,
Llliuni ^peciosum Albu;
Selected, 4
New Importation. Re-packed— Bulbs guaranteed
perfect condition. Note: Japanese Lilies will be sea
proportion of bulbs arriving worthless.
Per 100 Per
inches in circumference $4 50 $41
, inches in circumference 6 00 51
ches in circumference 5 60 61
inches in circumference 8 00 7.
7 to 9 inches in circumference 8 50 »
9 to 11 inches in circumference 11 00 W
PITCHER & MANDA, Short Hills, N. J.
JOHN N. MAY, Receiver.
WHEN WBITIHQ MEWTIOW THE FLOP
We Have an Exceptionally Fine Stock of
LARGE SIZED ARECAS.
Very bushy plants, ',) in. pots, :U ft. bigh above pot, U eacb; larger plants, 9 in. pots,
4 ft. high above pot, fr, each. The.se plants are In perfect shape, very bushy, and are
exceptionally good value for the price.
LARGE SIZED ARECAS ARE SCARCE.
For price of smaller sized Arecas and other
Palms and Decorative Plants
See our wholesale list, which will be mailed free on application.
TUBEROUS BEGONIAS
VERY FINEST STRAINS OF BOTH.
, white, pink, scarlet, and yellow.
SINGLE, » per 100; DOUBLE
GLOXINIMS
Finest strain, Crassifolia Kreeta Hybiida Grantliflora, $4 per 100.
Tuberose Pearl '=>"«™»"-,s'_,'~j;""-'p"«
F. R. PIERSON CO..
TARRYTOWN-ON-HUDSON, NEW YORK.
SEND FOR OUR PRICE LIST OF
If You Have Not Received One.
FLOWER AND VEGETABLE SEEDS IN PACKETS.
We Do Not "Commission" or Place Seeds Out "On Sale.'
Iv l<'lori
HO.ua pe
,[aniciil
directions on the back and .. _
if ordered in 1000 lots or more. SEND FOR SAMPLE.
Price of Peas, Beans and Corn in Packets, $4.00 Per 100.
DWARF PEARL TUBEROSE BULBS, 4to6inchesin
circumference, $7.50 per 1000.
TUBEROUS ROOTED BEGONIAS, Bound stock, 6
colors, separate, $3.00 per 100.
GLOXINIAS, named varieties, $5.00 per 100.
In Making Up Your Order for Florists' Flower Seeds, Don't Fail to Include Soma
UlEII'S DtflillC[ MlfillOlltm ^W^^£
F. E. PIGIILLISTEB GO
,ir..r6BC0rtMt!lt.|l.!.
I
%%
We control by contract nearly
half a million of the best bulbs
grown on the Island of Bermuda.
Growers whose stock has proven
relatively free from disease.
PRICES ON APPLICATION.
— %% —
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VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE,
14 Barclay St., NEW YORK. 84 & 86 Randolph St., CHICAGO.
186
DO NOT JUMP
to hasty conclusions before
comparing; our figures . . .
Tuberoses, 4 to 5 1000, $7 25
Caladium Esculentum med. 100, 8 00
Gladiolus, red and scarlet
mixed 1000, 8 00
Cinnamon Vines 100, 3 00
Kadeira Vines 100, 1 50
Bamboo Canes 1000, 7 00
Clay's Fertilizer 56 lbs., 3 50
WM. ELLIOTT & SONS
]SEMr VORK.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THI FIORIST-S EXCHANGE
rWE ARE HEADQUARTERS ON
.BULBS FOR FORCING,
I FLOWER SEEDS FOR FLORISTS
I ENGLISH MUSHROOM SPAWN.
X BPEOIAI. PRICES ON APPUOATION.
♦ JOHN GARDINER & CO., Seedsmen,
T Box 1306, PWladelpWa, Pa. T
•♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»I
Asters, Giant White Comet, pkt., 36c.; oz.
$2.00. Tall Victoria, mixed, pkt., 15c.; oz.,
$1.00. Trutfaut's Pasony Perfection, plst.,
15c.: oz., r5o. Queen of the Market, mixed,
all colors, oz., 75c. (Separate colors all sold.)
Dahlias, Double Cactus, pkt., 10c.
Gypsoplilla, White, pkt., 10c.
Ulars^uerlte Carnations, trade pkt., 10c.
Pblox Drumniondll, Dwarf, mixed,
pkt., lOc; H oz., 50c.
irerbena. Mammoth, oz., 40c.
CanllflOTPver, Eclipse, novelty, pkt., 15c.
Write for sample and ^et your orders in be-
fore the 60 per cent, duties are in force.
H. BEAULIEU, Woodhaven, N. Y.
WHEN WRITINa MIHTKia T1K (XOmSITS- EXCHANCE
WORLD'S FAIR, CHICAGO, 1892.
THeODijjOlploDiaiiDiiliieiiei
Awarded by the Committee
was given to us for
SWEET PEAS
(In Variety)
GROWN AROUND
THE WOODED ISLAND
SUNSEI SEED AND PLANT CO.
(SHERWOOD HALL NURSERY CO.)
...Pioneer Sweet Pea Specialists...
San Francisco, California.
Send In eBtimate of next seaBon's needs NOW
so that we may quote you favorable prices for
prime stocks.
The Florists* Exchkngb.
A FEW SENSATIONS
Asparagus Sprengeri. •'"'"
ported plants from the open gr(
^ year old. strong plants.
Cannas, Austria and Italia.
buying fron
ived advises from the disseminators of ttiis grand
plant in Europe to offer the American trade large im-
nd, for March delivery, as follows :
$5 per 100/ Special Prices for 1 3 year old, strong plants. . $15'per 100
10 " f Larger Quantities. U " '• .. 35' "
Send $1.00 and get a large sample bulb of each
by mall. Austria, $35 00 per 100 ; Italia, $60.C0
. _ . _ originator's stock, which has not b
gated and forced to its full limit, but sound field-grown bulbs containing numerous eyes.
Special prices for larger quan^'"'""
COCOS Weddeliana Seed ?''^<'»Aieed lust arrived. ISSOpenOOO. Box
Lily of the Valley.
Tuberose Bulbs. ;
box of 250O
Hard packed
ing 6000 seeds, $30.00.
Choice selected forcing pips. $7.50 per 1000,
pips, $17.00.
Dwarf Pearl.** As fine a sample as ever seen
) in a bbl. $0.00 per bbl., or 5 bble. for $29.00.
Caladium Esculentum. '^^]^^^tT:il.^^7.\l.tJll^fi^T^^^^^^
Gladiolus, Begonias, Gloxinias, Cannas and Lilies. ^?o"por^io°n" "
Asparagus Plumosus Nanus Seed, jiocopenoooseed.
i^WPPt PpaQ Emily Henderson. 35c. Camnlo'c Actaf white, pink, all mixed
OWCBl redb. per lb.; ,5 lbs. f or $L00. OBmpie S MSier, trueandgood. $lperoz
CLUCilS X BODDINGTON CO..PL;NTs;rEEDirNDB^^^^^^
Telephone Call, 403-1 8th St. 501 and 503 W. 13th St., New York City.
:■ EXCHANGE
FROSTED PEACH SEED.
I am prepared to supply No. 1 Natural Sown
Seed, ready for spring planting, at $L50 per
bushel ; one barrel of 3 bushels for $4.00. Sam-
ple by mail to those who want to purchase.
Also Jersey Yellow and Red Sweet Potato
Seed in their season, at $1.60 per barrel of full
3 bushels. Packed to carry safely. All in flrst-
class condition. Address
CHARLES BLACK, Hightstown, N. J.
GLADIOLUS BULBS.
Extra White and LiEht,
■ 100; tiOperlCOO.
$2.50 .
Lemoine, orchid
Lemoine, bolbleis,
nearly all bloom thi
iasonj ^v per luuu: outu tor^l; 10,000 for $7 50.
Cash with order. Reference if requested.
JOHN FAY KENNELL, Grower,
Box 405,
Gladiolus Shakespeare
For Forcing.
S5.00 per 100; S40.00 per 1000.
CHAS. H. ALLEN, Floral Park, N. Y
BEGONIAS, TUBEROSES and GLADIOLI.
1 have to offer an Extra Choice lot nt Tuberous Rooted Besouias. Sinelc. laru. siz,-. ir, 4
GLADIOLI— Finest mixed colors on the market. Large size, $1.0U for loO; 600 for S4.00
1,000 for $7.00. Second size, snre to flower this Snmmer, oO cents per 100 ; 500 for $2.00 ; 1,000 for $3,011.
All these Bnlbs. are the best on the market, and I guarantee satisfaction. Prices qnoted
are for bnlbs to be sent by express or freight. If larger quantities are wauted, ask for special qnotations
htock limited, but all orders will be filled promptly aslong as it remains unsold. Address
F. B. ^III^I^S, Seedsman, Bos: 200, Rose Hill, I«ie^v Vorfe
:GET THE BEST=
ASTER SEED
of the celebrated Semple AstCt, separate colors, pink
and white, also mixed. Seed well cleaned, plump and good.
Crop of 1896. For sale in any desired quantity by
JAMES SEMPLE, Box 2, BELLEVUE, PA.
Early
ORDER YOUR GOODS FOR SUMMER DELIVERY IN TIME
Orders ::: BEST, r BEST STOCK, ^: BEST PRICES
Delivery from MARCH to JUJJE.
Iris Ksempferl,
Japan Maples,
Aspidistra luridaclumps
Lygodium Japonicum,
Physalis Franchetti,
Japan Bulbs.
■«Ve quote you now for delivery in JITI.Y to SEPTEMBER.
Freesia refracta alba,
Calla Ethloplca.
Li. Longiflorum,
Chinese Narcissus,
ROOTED CUTTINGS OF ALL THE CHOICEST AND RAREST
CHRYSANTHEMUMS, PRIZE WINNERS IN JAPAN.
Tree Fern Stems,
Palm Seeds,
California Forcing
Bulbs.
Write for prices and i
Address all commuD
\ MEftnON THE FLORISTS* EXCHANGE
') San Francisco, Gal.
ASTER SEED
pie's -Wliite ;
Snowball. $1.1
Seed well cleaned
Plnfc. $1.30 per
> of 1896. Pound ra
on application.
J, & HEELER, S87 Monroe Ave,, Rcckin J,?,
EEDS for Profit
Sweet Peas I
I
■ FLORISTS'
W FLOWER
' SEEDS
Wholesale Catalogue on application.
Merchants
t WEEBER & DON,
$ 1(4 Chambers St., New York City.
ASTER SEED!
White Branching and Semple's Wliite
and Plnlt, $1.25 per oz.
Seed Well Cleaned Crop of I89e.
HENRY WINDHEIM, Avondale, N. J.
Single Begonia Bulbs
in separate colors. Per too, $2.50 ; per 1000, $20.
XllflAPnnftA"^^^ Pearl, Ai. Per 100, $1.00;
1 UDurDSuS ^liSyS'S" '"'""
HULSEBOSCH BROS., Englewood, N. J.
PALM SEED. I
GALIFORNIi NURSERY GO., Niles, Cal.
ENTION THE PLORII
Prize-Winning
DAHLIAS
AN UNPRECEDENTED RECORD.
23 First Prizes, Certificate of Merit, 2
Diplomas, and highest mention everywhere.
It you want the "Very best Dahlias
that liloom. send for our 1897 descriptive trade
list now ready. Address
Ml. P. PEACOCK,
Dahlia Specialist, ATCO, N. J.
«HEN WRrriNO MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANCE
J. L. SCHILLER, Rutherford, N. J.
1 THE FLORISTS' EXCHAHOt
THe Plorists* Exchange.
187
American Carnation Society,
SIXTH ANNUAL MEETING.
HELn AT CiNC
:ATI, Kkbruary 18 and lO, ISQ:
Our last week's number contained a
brief summary ot the first day's proceedings
at the sixth annual meeting of the above
society, held at Cincinnati. In this issue
we present a complete report ot the trans-
actions. A full account of the exhibition ia
also given. As mentioned in our last, the
improvement noticed in the quality of the
blooms shown was most marked, the Mrs.
Bradt exhibited by Fred Dorner & Sons'
Co., Lafayette, Ind., and Jubilee by Mr.
Rudd and B. G. Hill & Co., being marvels
of good cultivation.
All the meetings were well attended, and
the business was conducted with a vim
which was most gratifying, demonstrating
the enthusiasm which pervaded the dele-
gates. At no time was there a lull in the
proceedings, and the Cincinnati gathering
will pass into history as one of the most
successful in the annals of the American
Carnation Society,
EVESIING SESSION, THIRSDAY,
FEB. IS.
The sessions were held in a room in the
Gibson House, and by a change in the
methods of procedure from that adopted at
previous meetings the first session occurred
at 8 P. M., on Thursday, Feb. 18, acting
President Richard Witterstaetter occupying
the chair.
The chairman introduced His Honor,
Mayor Caldwell ot Cincinnati, who spoke as
follows:
"Mr. Chairman, Ladies and Gentlemen;
I have never known a florist, or one who
was engaged in propagating the beautiful
flowers, to be other than a good citizen;
In tact, with one exception, I have never
known of one of them being in trouble and
having to be dealt with by the officers ot
the law; and that one exception is a dis-
tinguished member ot your society. (Great
laughter.) I will explain his troubles at
some other time. (Renewed laughter.)
Those who are engaged in beautifying the
world and making it better and sweeter,
whose whole life and sole ambition tends to
the world's improvement, cannot be other-
wise than good citizens and good people.
(Applause.) Therefore, it is an exceeding
great pleasure to me to welcome you to Cin-
cinnati, and to offer to you the right hand
of fellowship; to say to you that our peo-
ple feel complimented that you have se-
lected our city as your meeting place, and
that they are ready at all times to do what-
ever they can to make your stay pleasant
and profitable. And, as for the officials ot
the city, at any and all times while you
are here, gentlemen, feel at liberty to call
upon them for whatever they can do to add
to your comfort and your pleasure. (Ap-
plause.) I assure you, gentlemen, that
while you are here in Cincinnati you can
do what you please, say what you please
and think what you please." (Applause.) A
Voice: "Does that also refer to those who
live in Cincinnati?" Great laughter, in
which His Honor heartily joined, and an-
swered "Yes. to those who live in Cincin-
nati, too. Now, you can guess why he
asks that question."
A voice— He has been in trouble before.
(Renewed laughter.)
The Mayor, continuing: "Is it not amus-
ing that those fellows who have been in
trouble always have to speak before they
are accused of anything. (Roars of laugh-
"But, gentlemen, I sincerely trust that
you will have a pleasant and profitable
meeting, and that you will find it of inter-
est to make Cincinnati your future meet-
ing place. Remember, gentlemen, that I
have a telephone in my office, a telephone in
my house; the telephone in my office rings
at any hour of the day, and the telephone
in my house at any hour of the night."
(Loud and continued applause.)
The chairman then introduced to the
assemblage 'William Scott ot Buffalo, who
responded to the Mayor's address. He said,
in part;
Mr. Mayo
generalities
birth of our
Society of
you will be tired of hearing
Twelve years ago, at the
ational society, known as the
Florists, Cincinnati
t meeting place, and
loyally were the florists treated. The i;o-
ciety conceived with enthusiasm, and born
with best intentions, has prospered, and is
still the association around which we all
rally. The Carnation Society, which you
have 60 cordially welcomed to-night, is an
off-shoot ot the parent, and such has our
business grown that many men throughout
the country devote their entire time and
energy to the cultivation of the carnation
alone, and by their skill and untiring ef-
forts have produced varieties ot this ever-
popular flower, the attributes of which were
never dreamed of thirty years ago.
I must leave to the able president of the
society the pleasant duty to tell us of the
progress that has been made in the devel-
opment ot the carnation. And I can only
say they are a cosmopolitan set ot individ-
uals. The strict rules of social etiquette
are by them entirely ignored. You will
find Lily Dean flirting with Charles A.
Dana: Lizzie McGowan hobnobbing with
the Rev. Dean Hole, even at the uniseem-
ly hour ot Daybreak. Helen Keller sits
meekly by and smiles with compassion on
.\rmazindy; Delia Fox and Uncle John have
gone oft on a trip together; Mayor Pingree
is looking out for reforms and will do his
best that no unworthy aspirant enters the
field, while Emma Wocher, Mrs. Bradt and
many other more or less famous ladies,
consider this occasion a regular Jubilee.
grief that the sad tidings of the death of
the president of this society and your be-
loved citizen, Harry L. Sunderbruch, passed
over the country. Modest, unassuming, big-
hearted man, respected and loved by all
who had the pleasure to know him, he
was never absent from our annual gather-
ings, and was always ready to help a good
cause. We sympathize with the florists of
Cincinnati in their great loss. We had all
loofod forward to this d-jite, when the
cheery face and beaming good nature of
.Mr. Sunderbruch would smile upon us, but
it was not to be. and all too soon he was
taken from us.
You will find, Mr. Mayor, that your florist
visitors are a harmless and well-behaved
lot of men. It is impos.5lble that a florist
who really loves his business can be a bad
man. Their business ia elevating in both
mind and body; many of them are convivial,
some to a fault, but that has been an attri-
bute ot genius since the dawn ot history.
Many of them are philanthropists in their
humble way. and I am glad to tell Your
Honor that if my memory serves me right.
I do not remember a prominent gardener or
florist who sinned but against himself.
These conventions are productive of the
greatest good ; we learn to know each other,
and one of the greatest pleasures of lite is
an exchange of ideas with your intelligent
fellow man. Conventions have brought to
light many a bright man, who was hiding
his light under a bushel. Though so univer-
sally known, how can this be as well ex-
pressed as by Grey's immortal line?—
"Full many a gem of purest ray serene
The dark unfathomed caves of ocean bear.
Full many a flower was born to blush unseen.
And waste its sweetness on the desert air."
(Great applause.)
The chairman next introduced the presi-
dent ot the Cincinnati Florists' Society, E.
G. Gillett, who, on behalf ot that body, wel-
comed the visitors as follows: "Mr. Presi-
dent, Ladies and Gentlemen of the Ameri-
Car
ittle preten
jid
iddre
of
ceived from His Honor the Mayor, to say
anything; but, on behalf of the Cincinnati
Florists' Society, I want to extend to you
a most hearty welcome. We consider it
a great honor to have the pleasure ot en-
tertaining this society— a society so re-
nowned throughout the whole country; a
society which, though only a tew years
old, has made more progress than any
other society in America— and we are
proud of it. (Applause.) We only wish
that the Cincinnati Florists' Society were
possessed of a little more wealth, that we
might have the pleasure ot entertaining
you as royally as you have been enter-
tained heretofore; but we trust that your
visit will be a profitable one and that when
you return to your homes you will have
pleasant recollections of this meeting and
a good word for the Cincinnati Florists'
Society." (Applause.)
The chairman next introduced E. H.
Michel ot St. Louis, who responded to
President Gillett's address of welcome. He
said, in part:
Carnation growers come here, of course,
chiefly for business reasons. But our
friends have not forgotten that in our
makeup there is a vein, which, when
touched, will respond most quickly, and
bring pleasure as well as profit to all. It
is this vein of goodfellowship to which I
have already referred. And while our busi-
ness is the principal cause of our presence
here, we do not forget that in many in-
stances this short vacation is the only one
we take throughout the busy winter sea-
son. It is our only short period of recrea-
tion, and the entertainment which you
provide for us here, I assure you, gentle-
men, is most thoroughly appreciated.
To hold these annual gatherings in places
where good attendance and favorable sur-
roundings are insured, requires consider-
able care, and upon the proper selection of
such places depends also the success ot
the meetings, and consequently the pros-
perity ot the society. Meetings in the past
have been held in many different sections
of the country, and the attendance has al-
ways been satisfactory to such a degree
that the society, once looked upon as mere-
ly a small branch of the great national
society of florists, has now grown to be of
equal importance and is possessed of
greater vitality than the mother organiza-
tion. This year's meeting place I am sure,
has been selected with great judgment.
Cincinnati is not only centrally located, but
we find it a most fitting place tor the meet-
ing of the Carnation Society because the
roll ot its florists contains the names of so
many who have done important work in
the advancement ot the divine flower, and
the interest of the society, which is or-
ganized and conducted to encourage im-
provement and increased popularity of the
carnation. The great metropolises of the
West, Chicago and St. Louis, have more
growers in their immediate vicinity than
Cincinnati, and at first glance one would
think it most natural that these places
should present at such a meeting as this,
far better delegations than Cincinnati; but
the experience of the past few years has
shown that these large cities, while they
mav supply superior blossoms, have not
within their lines such a number of en-
thusiasts who sacrifice their time to the
improvement of the varieties, and the wel-
fare of the society, as Cincinnati; therefore,
I feel that the selection has been wisely
made. And the meeting ot this society in
Cincinnati will mark another step forward.
Again referring to your hospitality, I
want to say that
lice the
Qts ot
anticipated just
here assembled
cordiality as you are showing us. Any
one who has known the members of the
craft here in Cincinnati and has enjoyed
association with them, knows that they do
not do things ot this kind by halves. We
knew when you invited us to come to Cin-
cinnati that we would have a rousing re-
ception; that there would be no flaw in the
arrangements tor our entertainment and
tor the work to be done by this society.
If we had not personally met. then we
knew by reputation that the Murphys. Wit-
terstaetter. Gillett. Huntsman, Walz, and
that peer of all good fellows, whose lamen-
table ..ailing away leaves such a terrible
gap in the solid front of those who have
pushed forward the interests of this So-
ciety, and have worked so energetically in
its behalf ever since its inception. The
Carnation Society and the florists of Cin-
cinnati have suffered a terrible loss in the
death of Harry L. Sunderbruch. His mem-
ory and the hospitality of his recent co-
laborers in this fleld should lead us to
make extraordinary efforts at this meet-
ing of the society, that it may be known
as a banner year in our history. And,
gentlemen, I know of no other means by
which we can show our appreciation in a
manner that should convince you of our
sincerity than by close and careful atten-
tion to the interests and welfare ot the
Society at this meeting, for the success ot
which you have made such thorough and
unselfish preparations. (Applause.)
St'cretary's Report.
rv Herr read his report.
tol-
ident and Genth
secretary reports having issued the pro-
ceedings ot our last meeting in due time
and having mailed them to all members
who have their addresses in the list ot
member.5hip. There are a few whom it is
impossible to find.
Following the suggestion ot the Execu-
tive Committee, a number ot circular bulle-
tins have been sent to all the members.
This could be made a very important fea-
tm-e with the co-operation ot the members.
There were few delinquents for 1896 and
not many additions, so there is little change
in the membership. There is room for a
little work in this line, as our member^ip
should be larger, with the number of grow-
ers we have interested in carnations in the
United States.
I cannot refrain from adding to this re-
port the fact that our lamented president
did noble work tor this meting, and that
his successor has followed it up to this
present day. Respectfully submitted,
ALBERT M. HERR, Secretary.
Treasurer Allen's report showed a bal-
ance in the treasury to the society's credit
ot $141.18,
Dlsuii.ssiou of President's Address.
(See pages 165 and 166 ot last week's
issue tor full text of this address.)
A Fixed Scale o( Points.
C. W. Ward, Queens, N, Y.. consid-
ered the suggestion to have a stable scale
of points a most important one. Intending
e.xhibitors should know five or six months,
even a year, ahead, what rules and regula-
tions for exhibitors were to be enforced.
Last year the preliminary certificates were
awarded to a dozen flowers ot seedlings,
and last Fall he benched his seedling-car-
nations with that fact in view. When the
rules tor exhibition for this meeting were
disseminated, after his plants were all
benched, the number of blooms had been
increased from a dozen to twenty-five. With
many varieties he did not have the number
ot plants from which he could pick twen-
ty-five blooms, and was therefore unable
to exhibit for a preliminary certificate. If
the society expected its rules and scale ot
points to be accepted by the judges at Fall
exhibitions, the scale has got to be fixed,
and not changed unless some cogent rea-
son should arise necessitating that being
done. He suggested a committee be ap-
pointed to draw up a fixed scale, which
should be adopted by the society.
William Scott thought the suggestion to
have a separate scale tor judging commer-
cial and exhibition varieties a most valu-
able one. He said; "We know very well
that the fiowers we have seen to-day are
simply marvels; something not dreamed ot
ten or a dozen years ago." He would not
like to accuse the exhibitors of having
overstimulated a certain number of plants
to produce such flowers; the gentlemen
were too conscientious for that. At the
same time there was on doubt that the
blooms had been grown for effect. If it
were possible to have a committee, say
twice a year, to visit the houses where the
different varieties were grown, where
could be seen the habit of the plant and
the number of flowers each was producing,
it would be a valuable guide for commercial
men. It was disappointing to buy a vari-
ety, specimens ot which had been seen
with stems three feet long and heads as big
as a sunflower, and then find, after they
have been one year under your care, that
they have gone back. By the means he
suggested it would be possible to learn, re-
liably, what were really good market carna-
E. H. Michel. St. Louis, said Mr. Scott
had proposed something that left room for
argument. He did not think it quite prob-
able that an organization, with the object
in view to pass judgment on fancy stock
such as horses or cattle, would send its rep-
resentatives around to the various farms to
inspect the stock at different times when
the persons were not expecting such visits;
and if the committee were to visit the
grower at times which he would designate
his opportunities for making a favorable
impression with a variety would be even
better than when he had to grow it for an
exhibition given at a fixed date. The so-
ciety would not be any better informed as
to the variety's merits than under present
conditions. The best way to get at the
records of particular horses or cattle was
to judge them on the circuit, at the vari-
ous shows as they went around; and the
best way to ascertain the merits of a carna-
tion is to watch it wherever the flowers are
exhibited, either before the Florists' Clubs
ot Cincinnati, Chicago, New York, before
the American Carnation Society, or where-
ever it is possible to show them. If carna-
tion blooms win laurels everywhere it is a
sure evidence that they are worthy. One
cannot judge except by personal observa-
tion, of prolificacy. He thought the word
of those who were in close contact with the
plants should be taken in that respect. The
scheme as suggested by Mr. Scott, the
.speaker considered impracticable.
E. G. Hill, of Ridimond, Ind.. thought,
with Mr. Ward, that there should be estab-
lished a fixed programme or line of work In
regard to judging carnations and the num-
ber of flowers of different varieties re-
quired. He considered it a mistake that
the premium list should call for 25 flowers
in connection with a preliminary certificate,
because a great many growens of second
year's seedlings cannot afford the space to
grow a sufficient number of plants to pro-
duce 25 blooms at one time, from the fact
that their value is problematical. He con-
sidered 12 flowers sufficient for all purposes.
As regards a scale ot points for Judging.
Mr. Hill believed if the society could get all
the florists' clubs throughout the country
to adopt these points at the meetings when
carnation exhibits were given, a uniform
method of judging would thus be estab-
lished which would be very valuable.
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The Plorists* Excht^nge.
With reference to new varieties Mr. Hill
said "they may be brought here and ex-
hibited—put up in good form and shape —
yet after all you have to depend, in a
measure, upon the statements of the men
who produce them. Now, of counse. we are
all liable to err in judgment and make mis-
takes— I know there is no one regretts com-
mitting a mistake in regard to new varie-
ties more than myself— and yet, I believe,
we are making notable progress along this
line. I believe the men who are striving
and seeking to introduce new varieties of
carnations are conscientious in their en-
deavors and conscientious In regard to the
statements they make concerning such va-
rieties. I some times think the originator
of a new carnation ought to be excluded
from judging that particular variety, and
yet, if he grows the variety, lives with it,
and watches its development, he knows
more about it than anybody else. I believe,
that before long, we will arrive at a method
of dealing with this particular subject that
will be much more satisfactory than ob-
tains at the present time; but I think we
are making progress along the right lines
in our Carnation Society."
In response to the chair, Fred Dorner,
of Lafayette, Ind., said he indorsed what
had been stated by Messrs. Ward and Hill
respecting new varieties. He considered
twelve blooms sufficient in the preliminary
certificate matter. If one wants to cut
twenty-five flowe
time he has to g:
that particular kind. Carna
like chrysanthemums, where the whole
crop came in at once; if they were, such a
crop would bring the grower into trouble;
he did not want it. If obliged to show
twenty-five flowers tor a preliminary cer-
tificate a grower would have to cut the life
out of the seedling plants to begin with,
and that was all wrong. Mr. Dorner thought
twelve blooms quite sufficient for the so-
ciety's purposes.
Touching on the registration of new car-
nations, the speaker considered it a nuis-
put I
It only swelled the list and confused those
who wanted to select varieties from it. He
had made up his mind not to name a va-
riety unless he intended to send It out, and
then he would register it.
He was of the opinion that two scales
were desirable— one for commercial and
the other tor exhibition varieties. The
points suitable for the latter were not avail-
able for a commercial variety. The judges
could only judge what they saw before
them. They might know something of the
standard varieties shown, but they were
unfamiliar with the special treatment which
growers might have given these varieties.
Mr, Dorner thought at this time of year
they ought to have exhibits of a less num-
ber than one hundred. The schedule called
for the latter number only in the general
premium class, and there was thus no show
for the smaller growers. The premium list
aid be so arranged that everybody would
chance to exhibit, and especially
have
the
;ial
grow these flowers well by different meth-
ods. If these men had an opportunity to
exhibit, it would bring them to the meet-
ings and tend to a helpful exchange of
ideas. It the premium list calls for 500
and 100 flowers only, the number of ex-
hibitors is restricted to a few.
George Beyer, Toledo, Ohio, asked it the
judges had experienced any trouble with
the present scale of points.
Secretary Herr explained that the scale
of points used this year was approved by
the Executive Committee, and submitted
for final adoption at this meeting.
Mr. Hill thought it would be a good thing
to hear from the judges. If there wais any
objection to the scale of points, the meeting
ought to hear of it, also as to whether the
scale could be changed or modified.
In answer to the chair. Adam Graham, of
Cleveland, one of the Committee of Judges
on Seedlings, said the cordmittee had no
difficulty in coming to a conclusion, or
forming an opinion, so far as the scale of
points gave directions. The only difficulty
the committee met with was in deciding,
where there was a very close competition,
as to which variety was entitled to a cer-
tificate—one in preference to the other.
In a number of instances the flowers shown
were of such wonderful excellence that it
really was a very difficult matter to arrive
at a conclusion that would be satisfactory
to the committee as being just, and such a.3
would be proper to recommend 'o the trade.
In conferring with his co-work«rs on the
committee they had thought it would be
well for the society to call for a larger dis-
play of blooming plants in pots. The com-
mittee had noticed in one or two instances,
that the cut blooms did not compare favor-
ably with those upon the plants. The ex-
cuse was the length of time the flowers had
been cut and In transit, and so on. But
they could not judge intelligently of the
real merits of these varieties. The speaker
thought that for commercial growers, the
habit of the plant, its strength, vigor and
general health could be better judged if
more plants were before the judges than
were shown at this exhibition.
Mr. Scott was of opinion that the scale
could be modified in one respect, and that
in the matter of stem. The present scale
starts off with 20 points for color, 15 for
size, 15 for calyx and only 10 for stem.
He thought a good stem was one of the
most desirable qualifications of a carna-
tion; he did not believe there was room
in the market for a variety unless it pos-
sessed an excellent stem. He thought 15
points should be required for the stem
and 10 tor the calyx; he could not see
that the latter was nearly as important
as the former.
Mr. Ward asked for information. He
understood when judging a chrysanthemum
that if it scaled up to S5 points it was
entitled to a certificate. He had informa-
tion that the sealing for certificates at this
carnation exhibition had been a competi-
tive one— that is, that one seedling had
been placed in competition against another.
He asked whether the judges had awarded
a certificate to every variety that had
scaled 85 points.
Mr. Graham— Certainly. Mr. Michel did
not think the committee of judges was the
proper tribunal to pass upon the merits of
the scale of points. His committee on
seedlings had bad no difficulty in judging
according to the scale in question; in fact,
could have judged according to any scale
of points given. If it had been said that
50 points should be given to size, 25 to
color and 5 each to the five other attributes
the committee could have judged just as
easily according to these points. It was for
the exhibitors to state whether the scale
w^as satisfactoi-y, so that when the work of
the judges was completed in accordance
with the scale the final judgment reached
would also be satisfactory. He believed
that had the Committee on Seedlings been
confined to no scale of points it would have
come to about the same conclusion that it
did arrive at with the scale, with the ex-
ception of perhaps one variety. This, to
his mind, was almost conclusive evidence
that the scale of points was approximately
right. A slight modification might be
made. He thought the calyx of as much
importance as the stem. We might add
a few points to stem, and take a few from
°ize, for very often precious articles are
done up in small packages.
W. N. Rudd, Mount Greenwood, Chicago,
was inclined to think a scale of points a
relative matter. He did not believe a
committee of judges after scaling a variety
and having found it lacked but a couple
of points, would sit down on it on that
account and withhold a certificate. The
•■cale of noints. in the majority of cases,
was simply an indication to the judges not
to overlook these things, also to mark the
relative value of them. He did not believe
that a judge, under any circumstances,
would pass a variety which, on examina-
tion, be found to be manifestly unworthy.
One gentleman had asked what the ob-
jections to the present scale were. The
speaker thought there was no very serious
objection to the scale; but another scale
was wanted for standard varieties. This
society should be the head of the carnation
interests in this country, and should adopt
a scale that will be employed by all the
other exhibitors throughout the country.
He thought it would be wise to have a com-
mittee suggest a scale of points for the
consideration and approval of the meeting.
.\ motion to this effect was made by C.
Betscher, Canal Dover, Ohio, and the chair
appointed as members of this committee
Messrs. Rudd, Ward and Nicholson.
The reports of the various committees of
judges were here read (see page 166 last
issue for particulars). In connection with
the competition for 100 blooms scarlet, Mr.
Grant, who read the report, remarked that
he considered it no more than fair to state
that the difference between the two lots of
Jubilee shown by Messrs. Rudd and Hill
was only one point.
Report of Nomenclatiire Comiiilttee.
This report was read by Secretary Herr,
as follows:
This committee is considerably hampered
by the fact that many carnations are named
and never registered, and while your com-
mittee watches the trade papers tor such
varieties, it is impossible to get them all.
We would suggest that in order to bring
this before the originators of new varieties
In its proper light that this society does not
recognize any carnation the name of which
has not been registered previous to its in-
troduction to the public under a name.
Immediately after the fall election there
were some three or four different growers
who wanted to register the name of Mc-
Kinley, which had been taken the previous
year by Betscher Brothers of Canal Dover,
O. Mr. P. H. DeWitt of Wooster, O., had
v/ritten to Mr. McKinley and secured hie
ammg i
This, according to law, would give him the
right to the name over all others, no mat-
ter how many years before the name had
been taken, unless it had also the consent
of the party it was named after, in which
case the first one would have the priority.
This committee, therefore, recommend
that originators naming a carnation after
any individual, no matter whom, first se-
cure their consent to the use of the name,
Niinies.
Augusta Williams, white; Bertha Rath,
white; Laura Degenhardt, yellow variegat-
ed scarlet; William I. Burke, canary yel-
low; Margaret Rath, rose color; Emma
Quinlan, rose pink; Augusta Rath, rose
pink; Dr. E. P. Lawrence, cream white
marked carmine; Flushing, purple (see
page 66); Cecilia Schwenke, dark Day-
break (Sport); by Henry C. Rath, Flushing,
L. I.
Miss Blanche Payne, by George W. Carr,
Kingston, Pa.
Mark Hanna, by George F. Christie,
Clifton Heights, Pa.
Vice-President Garret A. Hobart, striped
variety, by Carl Hagenburger, Mentor, O.
Northern Light, yellow marked pink;
Thomas Caird, dark pink; Wllhelm. pink
variegated white, by P. H. DeWitt, Woos-
ter, O.
Antonio Maceo, Bridesmaid pink, by Cot-
tage Gardens, Queens, N. Y.
Elizabeth Skinner, by George Smith,
Manchester, Vt.
Nivea, white, by H. A. Cook, Shrewsbury,
Laura E. Doly, light pink; Mrs. Charles
M. Fick, pink; Kathryne, white, by C. M.
Fick, Philadelphia, Pa.
Freedom, white; Morning Star, white;
Jahn's Scarlet, scarlet, by Peter Fisher,
Ellis, Mass.
Mrs. Pauline Gussman, rose pink; Lucy
Brenner, pink and white; Villisca, purple
and white, by Aug. Rahner, Villisca, la.
Princess, by Milton Barnard, Northbrook,
Pa.
Snow Drift, by Thomas Carrol, Sutter,
Mo.
Sebec by Sewall Fisher, Framingham,
Ivanhoe, by George Hancock & So»,
Grand Haven, Mich.
White Daybreak, by J. M. Gasser, Cleve-
land. O.
Pike's Peak. Mrs. Mary Hallock Foote. by
Harrison H. Given, Denver, Col.
Joseph Jefferson, Clio, light pink; Hia-
watha, cardinal, by C. J. Pennock, Ken-
nett Square, Pa.
Saginaw, and Gayety, pink and white
variegated; Amazon, white, by Albert
Hake, Manchester, Pa.
Storm Queen, white; White Cloud, white,
by F. Dorner & Sons Co., Lafayette, Ind.
Oneida, pure pink; Red Jacket, scarlet;
Utica, white, by Charles F. Baker, Utica,
N. Y.
Fort Wayne, red, by M. J. & M. S. Vesey,
Fort Wayne, Ind.
With a view to reducing the number of
names on the list, Mr. Hill suggested that
the society pass a resolution to charge 50
cents for each name registered. Mr. Hip-
pard, of Youngstown, O., seconded by Mr.
Scott, moved as an amendment that the
registration fee be made $1. The amend-
ment was accepted and carried.
Considerable discussion occurred and
various suggestions were made as to the
best means of indicating whether or not
the varieties included in the society's list
had been disseminated. The matter was
finally left in the hands of the secretary
and Nomenclature Commitee, with power
Mr. Shelmire's paper was then read by
Mr. Giesy of the Lockland Lumber Com-
pany, after which the meeting adjourned
at 10.30 P. M.
Morning: Session, Friday, Feb. 10.
The delegates convened at 10 A. M. this
morning. The report on special premiums
was read by William Hall of Clyde, O.
(This report appeared on page 165 of last
week's issue.)
A resolution was presented by Mr. Rudd.
setting forth that "no variety eligible to
compete as a seedling shall be allowed to
compete in the general classes." In sup-
port of his resolution, Mr. Rudd stated that
he had found the matter of considerable
importance in connection with the exhibi-
tions in Chicago, where they had been com-
pelled to adopt this rule. Growers of good
commercial kinds had become dissatisfied
at having to compete against new seed-
lings, which had knocked older kinds into
a "cocked hat," and had refused to enter
on that account. By keeping the two
classes distinct and separate the exhibi-
tions had been made larger and the com-
petition much more general.
Mr. Hill, after humorously referring tr.
the Indorsement Mr. Rudd had given new
kinds, said he did not believe there was
anything in the resolution. If seedlings
were put up in competition with leading
standard sorts, it was the most crucial
test seedlings could be subjected to, and if
they run the g.iuntlet of a contest with,
say. Daybreak. Albertlni, Bridesmaid and
other established kinds, it was a sign they
were good, and a guarantee to prospective
buyers that they were getting something
worth growing. To the speaker It did not
seem to be hardly fair to exclude seedlings
from the general classes. Another thing,
it fifty or a hundred blooms of a new va-
riety were put up, it would enable those
attending the shows to make a critical
analysis of the new varieties and afford
them a most excellent opportunity to size
up their merits to advantage.
Mr. Michel thought, in order to know
the worth of any new variety, it must be
placed in competition with those it seeks
to supersede. A class could be made for
seedlings and one for standard varieties,
and then separate classes open to all com-
petitors, these open classes to include
novelties as well as standard sorts. As
Mr. Dorner remarked, do not restrict
classes to one hundred blooms; have pro-
vision made so that a grower can show
twenty-five or fifty blooms of a variety. In
the same way. do not put a grower of
standard varieties in a position where he
must compete against those new comers
and undissemlnated seedlings; have special
classes where the seedlings will be barred
out and the competition will be between
varieties that have already been dissemi-
nated, and which everybody has had an
opportunity of purchasing.
Mr. Ward said it seemed to him as if the
gentlemen had an inclination to sit down
on the seedling grower. He had been ac-
cused of over-stimulating his products, of
pampering them, petting them and bringing
them to the exhibition table in a condition
that it was impossible for the ordinary
florist to grow them. In the speaker's opin-
ion it looked as it they were endeavoring
to put to one side the commonest princi-
ples upon which business is conducted, viz.,
that the true test of the commercial value
of any article Is measured when that arti-
cle is placed upon the market and there
meets Its fate. Committees may make
representations, certificates, medals and
prizes may be awarded, but when a variety
is disseminated and it does not meet the
requirements
and the flower-buying ]
Ural death— as most <
have died within the
The fact is. that variet
of the greatest commer
commercial grower
ublii
a nat-
ficated varieties
St three years,
hat have proven
value have been
those that were not certificated at all. such
as William Scott and Lizzie McGowan,
while many varieties that have been re-
commended and sent forth with flying col-
ors and numerous certificates have proved
complete commercial failures. He com-
pared the introduction of a new carnation
to that of a new locomotive, the efficiency
of which must first be determined before
being generally accepted. He did not think
Mr. Rudd's resolution would be of any
practical benefit, or that it would attract
any more exhibitors than it would drive
away. Everybody's prejudices cannot be
overcome by changing the premium list;
there will always be some dissatisfied ones
no matter how that list may be changed.
The best test of a new variety was to place
it in competition with standard sorts. The
premium list at New York last year was a
good one and covered the ground well.
There are perhaps two or three standard
varieties in each color grown all over the
country. At New York prizes were of-
fered for a vase of best 100 Scott, best BO
Scott, best 25 Scott, and so on, for Brides-
maid, Storm King, McGowan and other
standard sorts. Then there was a prem-
ium for best 100 light pink, open to all
varieties; best 100 dark pink, and so on
through the range of colors. There was no
restriction in any of these classes as to
seedlings. If there is an open class where
any one is allowed to go In he might enter
his variety and win a prize, and this might
induce him to bring out that variety and
place it on the market; thus a new and
valuable kind would be added to our list.
A man may have a seedling, it may be a
first-class commercial variety, and yet may
fail on certain points so that it does not
come up to the standard set by the scale
and the judges cannot award it a cer-
tificate. Though a good commercial va-
riety it thereby gets a black eye.
Mr. Rudd held that it was unfair, after
one had bought a new variety, grown it
successfully and entered it in competition,
that it should he placed against something
Feb. 27, 1897.
Thb Florists' Exchknge.
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better which could not be generally ob-
tained until the following year. A mo-
tion was finally put and carried to the
effect that it was the sense of the meeting
that the committee in preparing the prem-
ium list for next year make some provision
for varieties in commerce or standard
varieties e.xclusively ; that is, that undis-
seminated seedlings be excluded from these
A vote of thanks was tendered to Meesis.
Shelmire and Weber for their able essays.
Stem Rot and Overlieml Wuiering.
Mr. Betscher said he would like to hear
from Mr. Ward, Mr. Hill and other veter-
ans in carnation growing as to their ideae
of stem rot, and whether they syringed
their plants over the foliage.
Mr. Ward stated he had found that deep
planting increased this trouble. Sometimes
cuttings put in cold frames and wintered
there will harden and get the rot. Under
a microscope plants attacked with stem rot
showed spores of the cutting bed fungus.
He had also noticed that those people who
had
rot
the past two years have frequently been in
the habit of rooting their cuttings early
and putting them out in cold frames during
the winter. One man lost two-thirds or
three-fourths of his stock who had been in
the habit of doing that. He had also no-
ticed the cuttings that had a long heel or
neck — those taken from the top of the
plants — were more apt to be planted deeply
and, consequently, to suffer moi-e from stem
rot. These cuttings are placed deep in the
saud, and when put on the bench, if set
deeply there also, the base of the plant
will rest upon the soil, thus inducing stem
rot. With short cuttings one is less liable
to plant deep, and thus, in a measure, over-
come the trouble in question.
As reg-ards overhead syringing, be had
formerly advocated it, but found that it de-
veloped spot. He had now decided to give
the plants one good syringing when put in
and no further overhead watering until
spring, but to water the soil carefully.
William Murphy asked for a remedy to
keep down red spider.
Mr. Ward said red spider did not bother
him until spring, when the days begin to
get long and warm. If it did, he would
keep it down by syringing, putting sulphur
on the pipes or by smoking. He had found
smoking thoroughly with extract of to-
bacco to be effectual. Would rather stand
the chance of having red spider than losing
an entire crop of flowers by syringing heav-
ily in the fall.
William Scott asked Mr. Ward if. he ad-
vocated watering in the field during the
Mr. Ward — No, unless you can keep it up.
got to do as they do in California. If you
supply the plants with a certain amount of
water and start them into growth in a hot
season, then withhold the water; it will
produce a check just the same as in the
greenhouses if you water the benches end
then dry them off; the stems come short
and the whole plant is seriously impaired.
Mr. Hill said he had entirely discon-
tinued overhead watering in the winter
time; he did not even syringe his plants.
Overhead watering and syringing in winter
was productive of rust. If water is with-
held from a good many varieties it hardens
the texture of the skin of the leaf, and
this "bloom," which Mr. Weber speaks of,
will have a chance to develop, and the
plants thus be enabled to withstand the
germs of the disease.
Regarding red spider if plenty of fresh
air were given on bright, sunny days there
would be no trouble from this pest. It
spider came in March it could be got rid
of by using sulphur mixed with a little
linseed oil on the pipes.
Referring to the damping off process, Mr.
Hill thought that the trouble came from
using too much humus or manure in the
soil; that is, the manure applied to tha
soil may be rank and coarse, where the
fungus spores will germinate and cause
stem rot. This was his theory, but he did
not know whether it was correct or not.
The speaker was pretty sure that deep
planting was the cause of stem rot. He
paid a high tribute to Mr. Weber's paper,
stating there should be very little excuse
for failure in carnation growing, if grow-
ers followed Mr. Weber's cai-efully laid
down instructions.
William Nicholson had found, as a pre-
ventive for spot and other fungoid diseases,
that spraying with a salt solution— four
ounces of salt to three gallons of water —
was very beneficial. He commenced spray-
ing about two to three weeks after plant-
ing in the house, and kept it up once in
two weeks, until about the 1st of March,
when, if any spider showed, the syringing
was done regularly. The solution would
affect halt open blooms of Daybreak and
dark scarlet and crimson varieties, but
he made it a point to pick his flowers be-
fore syringing. White varieties, and also
variegated kinds, it did not hurt.
Henry Kroder remarked he had seen
Red Precipitate of Mercury or English
Vermilion used on the pipes in combinatiou
with sulphur, with good effect. This was
made into a light lime solution.
Mr. Ward had used salt solution stronger
than Mr. Nicholson did— three to five
pounds to ten gallons of water. This was
sprayed by means of a force pump having
40 to 5U pounds pressure. He found it had
been very efficacious tor red spider, but he
had discontinued using the solution as it
seemed to induce spot. This salt water
spraying stiffened up the stem greatly, and
ch darker green In
ver seen spot result
alt solution, which
safeguard against
the foliage bee
Mr. Nicholson had n
from the use of the
he considered the bes
fungus
Afle
[luon Session, Friday, Fe
10.
^ indebted
! two days
happiiy
ot life
yet.
rily
comfort
death.
ly planned for
Thoughts, strange and wonderful, fill my
mind to-night as I ponder over this un-
timely death. Thoughts profound in their
character demand to know the answer to
questions deep and mighty regarding the
possibilities of existence, hereafter, the
complex nature of our being and other
questions pertaining to life, thoughts which
have compassed the minds of thinking men
since the world began. There is produced
upon my mind a photographic Iikenes.3 of
our friend. I seem to see him as he was
known to all of us— strong looking, stal-
wart, with apparently the ruddy glow ot
health upon his cheeks, and the sweet
music of his soul gleaming through his
eyes. No camera was used, no photographic
instrument was employed, and yet the im-
press is there, as It graven upon the mind.
How wonderful are all these things, and
yet we know that the mysteries ot life are
unfathomable to us at present; still, in the
inner consciousness of our being we
know that we have within this tenement
something living, real, dominant, which in
its essence U the real life. I look into the
faces of my friends who are sittting at this
board. I think I know them, but do I
know the real man? No. The real man is
that mysterious thing which uses these bod-
ies as its tenement. These mysteries are
already solved to the intelligence of him
who was with us. The spirit of man is the
real personage. The question asked by one
of old is still a vital and serious one: "It a
man die, shall he live again?" I believe the
answer comes to every honest thinking man,
it is, yes, "That which thou sowest it is
not quickened except it die," referring to
the planted seed. Our friend, Harry, un-
derstands perfectly these mysteries of ex-
istence. Let us try to emulate his exam-
ple; let us be patient, forgiving and kind,
as was Harry. Let us show the same
thoughtfulness for others that he did. Let
us be charitable in our judgment, pleasant-
.•nannered in our relationship with our
brethren in our profession. So shall our
lives be like his. a blessing unto others; a
friend to those in need. His interest in
the show, his earnestness and zeal to pro-
mote our profession and to further its in-
terests, was something wonderful.
He said to me: "If we can get the Cin-
cinnati people to attend our exhibition to
see the beautiful flowers I shall be satis-
fied. I shall not be satisfied with a
sumptuous feast, but I want us to improve
the occasion," and the public has shown its
appreciation of the efforts of the Florists'
Society, and, I am glad to say, of him who
has gone on before. (Applause.)
C. W. Ward handled the toast "Florists'
Clubs" in an able manner, touching on the
good work done by these organizations and
the grand manner in which they had sev-
erally entertained the Carnation Society.
He jocularly stated that the Neiv York
Club enjoyed certain privileges from law
makers and law officers, that when certain
bachelors gave a dinner and tried to emu-
late the club by having a little dance at the
close of their feast, they got pulled.
(Laughter.) He paid a tribute to the Cin-
cinnati Florists' Society, which he said had
provided an enjoyable entertainment and
left out some objectionable things.
Fred Dorner spoke of the "carnation as a
popular flower," mentioning its several at-
tributes as claiming public attention.
The toast of the evening was "A Double-
Barreled Gun," responded to by William
Scott. He kept the assemblage convulsed
with laughter for fully halt an hour by his
humorous treatment of this rather unusual
subject. A very pleasant task fell to the
lot of this speaker, to present to Secretary
Herr a token of the esteem in which that
gentleman is held by the society, also in
view ot his approaching wedding. But be-
fore doing so Mr. Scott had a little fun at
the secretary's expense. In the midst of
his discourse a colored boy brought from
the rear ot the dining hall a small cradle,
rose-bedecked, from which Mr. Scott drew
forth a doll, c'lasp-ing a sucking bottle. This
he placed in Mr. Herr's arms amid yells of
delight. Then came the genuine present—
a silver pitcher, tray and two cups, suit-
ably inscribed — which Mr. Scott handed
over with a tew words eulogistic of the
secretary's good work done for the Carna-
tion Society, in appreciation of which they
desired him to accept the gift tendered.
(Great applause.)
Mr. Herr acknowledged the present in a
short but graceful speech.
"The Ladies" was the toast allotted to
Mayor Caldwell. "Like the heautiful flow-
ers you raise, but more beautiful and
sweeter than they, the ladies are the true
blessing and joy of our lives. Cincinnati,"
he said, "wishes you each and all, indi-
vidually and collectively, all possible suc-
cess and happiness."
President Witterstraetter responded to the
toast, "Seedlings," and pointed out what a
great factor they were in maintaining en-
thusiasm in the society's affairs.
Ben George recited "Buttery Dick,"
which was well received.
R. H. Warder, in response to "S. A. F.,"
gave the growers some good advice. He
asked them to be truthful in descriptions
and not to overcharge for their products, to
endeavor as far as possible to foster a love
of flowers among the people.
President Graham of Cleveland replied to
the toast, "The Future of the S. A. F."
He traced the society's past history in a
humorous way, likening it unto a child
handed over by one city to another. It was
now the parent of at least three societies.
Hail Carnation and Chrysanthemum, and
these have begun to display a great deal
of the American nature, viz.; to jump upon
the old man. He protested against their
doing this. Each and every one should
consider it a duty to support and encourage
the work of the S. A. F.
W. Weber ot Oakland. Md., replied to the
toast "The Probability of a Golden Yellow
Carnation." He predicted that the near
future had such in store for the persever-
ing hybridist.
William Nicholson spoke a tew words,
stating the pleasure the meeting and enter-
tainment afforded him), and commented
upon the proffered honor of vice-president
which the society had asked him to accept.
He thought in view ot the amount of work
to be done in connection wtih such gath-
erings it was well that the vice-president
should be resident near to the seat ot ac-
tion and tor that reason he had deemed it
wise to decline the office, the offer of which
he fully appreciated.
W. Langstaff ot Indianapolis made a few
entertaining remarks. He never knew, he
said of a florist having been in jail, while
other professions had contributed their
quota to that institution.
Other speakers were G. L. Grant of the
"American Florist," J. S. Stuart ot Ander-
son Mr. Parker of Indianapolis and D. B.
Long ot Buffalo. Alex Wallace of the
"Florists' Exchange" sang a Scotch song.
A telegram was received from Mr. May
stating his party had unfortunately missed
the train at Lafayette, thus preventing
their presence at the banquet. The hoeta
were very much disappointed.
This pleasant affair was brought to a
close about 1 A. M. by the party singing
Ed Lonsdale's favorite ditty, "The Grand
Old Duke ot York."
The Car Ride.
The ride on the palace cars of the Con-
solidated on Thursday afternoon was Uken
in by a large number of the delegates. They
thoroughly enjoyed the trip, a splendid op-
portunity of viewing the "Queen City of the
West," being afforded them. The trip lasted
nearly three hours.
The F=i-ORisxs' Exchange.
191
SEEDLING CARNATIONS for 1897.
piDT irillR Varieuated White and PiDk. an early and continuous bloomer, very traerant and acood
l/Arli KIHUi thli.per. stems extra Iouk and stllT. an eiceedinsly attractive and profitable variety
inCCDU ICCCCDCnU "eep Plnk.very laree and showy flowers, on long, stiff stems,
tlUSCrn dCrrCnOUni color reBemblinBThos.Cartledge, much larger aower
Ssnd For Wkolesilo List of Hew »iid Stindird CarLjtlona. Stock Strong and Heiltky. NO RUST.
C. J. PENNOCK, The Pines, KENNETT SQUARE, PA.
t FLORISTS* E
NEW WHITE
CARNATION . .
^ONTARIO"
ley maker; prolifle
aud free from disease.
$8.00 per 1 00; $50.00 per lOOO
New Rose WHITE BOLGERE,
a sport from the old variety "Bougere," a prolific bloomer, good grower and clear
white in color. Just the thing where a florist needs a good supply of white roses.
Per dozen, $3.00; per lOO, $I2.00; per lOOO, $100.
JOHN H. DUNLOP,
- Toronto, Canada.
m^/Vw the proper time comes
IVICKINLEY will meet his chums
AF I ElT the snow goes away
SIEBERT'S CARNATIONS wm ^row ga,
Good Brand-n
Re){Ular Pric
Flora Hill, white »l! 00 Hlorello, scarlet
Mra. McBnrney, pink 12 00 AInyor Piugre< , yel:
Mra. Chas. Duhme, pink 10 00 llnrrisOD's White
CHAS. T. SIEBERT, Stanton Avenue, PITTSBURG, PA.
New Yellow Carnation MAYOR PINGREE.
Witkoilt doubt Ike beat VELLUW CARNATION in comnieTce to-day. Orders
booked aud filled in rotation. Delivery March Ist, 1S97.
$1.50 per doz.; $10.00 per 100 ; $75.00 per 1000.
DEI^EMBKR It, 1S95. Certifloate at rinclnnati Meeting.
FEBRUARY 21.1896. Certidcate at New York American Carnation Society Meeting. Only two varie-
ties received Certificates at this meeting— .Mayor Plnwree being one of them.
NOVEMBER EXHIBITIONS, 1896.
CRAIG SILVER CUP. Philadelphia, Pa. CERTIFICATE:, Louisville, Ky.
COMPLIMENTARY NOTICE, Boston, Mass. CERTIFICATE. Milwaukee. Wis.
HONOKABLE MENTION. St. Lo.iis, Mo. CBRTO ICATE. Poughkeepsie. N. Y.
CERTIFICATB). Indianapolis, Ind. CERTIUCATE. Worcester. Mass.
CERTIFICATE, Chicago, 111. CERTIFICA IE. Toronto, Ont.
v...,.,..,i UTE WlSHBllllll IND l»tlRE ROSE 'milS, ""•«,•.•.%■««.•!,'■""
JOHII BREITMEyEli i SONS. "'•"'•d'e°t'r'St',"SIch.
WRrriNG HiermoN the fi.orists' exchange
Harrison's
White.
m
strong, vigorous grower, requiring
no support.
Dt'sciibed and illustrated in Florists'
^change, Nov, 21, page J 044.
COME AND SEE IT.
Price: $10 00 per 100,
$40 00 per 500. $70.00 per 1000
Cash or satisfactory reference.
"Vol' HARRISON,
739 Bergen ive., Av^'^ol'ie";!'!, ,
JERSEY CITY, N. J.
...THE JUDGES' DECISION OF...
MISS EMMA WOCHER CARNATION
At the A. C. S. Show was that it was the best vase of light pink at the Exhibition.
WINNING BY "11 POINTS," SCORING "04 POINTS," out of a possible 100. The
popularity of this variety assured. Price for strong, well-rooted cuttings, per 100, S5.00 ;
per 1000, 18140.00. Terms Cash, or siitlsfactory relerence must accompany all orders.
Address R. -WIXXERSXAETTER, Sedamsville, O.
THE CARNATION NOVELTIES,
MAYOR PINGREE 1N9M0RELL0
Other new sorts, also noted introductions, and well-known standards.
Our Fiue New Illustrated Catalogue Now Ready. FREE.
DAN'L B. LONG,
Jobbing Florist and Growers' Agent, BUFFALO, N.Y.
npHE BEST COMMERCIAL
WHITE CARNATION
ON THE MARKET.
NIVEA
Trade Mark.
CLEAN AND HEALTHY.
The originator, Mr. H. A. Cook, Shrewsbury,
Mass., has a large stock of Nivea, and it has never
been overpropagated.
Nivea has received First Class Certificate of
Merit from the Massachusetts Horticultural Society.
It has all the necessary qualifications of a stand-
ard commercial white carnation :
SELLS WELL.
KEEPS WELL.
SHIPS WELL.
The undersigned have handled the entire output
of cut blooms of Nivea, and they have sold readily
at an advance over other white carnations in the
Boston market.
Rooted Cuttings Ready for Delivery March 1st.
Per I03, SIC. Per 500, $35. Per I GOO, $60.
WELCH BROS.
Sole Agents,
DOSTON, MASS.
Famous Carnation Delia Fox
Slianid toe grro'wii toy everybody. The past season must have tauitht all
growers that the high-gr de Carnations are the only o'les that were prollfable,
anil Delia Pox stands above them all for size, color and stems. Kooted outtlng,s
now ready. DITEBS & SAMTMAN, Wyndmoor, Clieatnnt Bill, riilla.
192
Xhe F^lorists* Exchange.
Bench of John H. Dunlop's N
Single bloom at right corner.
Cutting Bench Fungus
Now that propagating is at its height, a
few words concerning what the average
propagator regards as the most dangerous
and destructive agent he has to deal with,
will not be out of place. I, in common with
almoee everybody else, have had my share
of experience with this wholesaie destroy-
ing disease, known generally as cutting
bench fundus.
I have long since realized the fact that
there is but one way to cure or eradicate
any diiaeaee peculiar to the oarnation, or to
use a broader phrase, plant life, and that is
to first ascertain the source or conditions
which cause its appearance, and for the
cure, to reverse these conditions as far as
possible. This rule will hold good for every
disease to which the carnation is subject.
That this particular one is a fungus we all
know; and. like many other forms of fun-
gus, it revels in a close, moisture-laden at-
mosphere. Heat also aids very largely its
formation and destructiveness. Proper
ventilation is certain death to cutting
bench fungus, and whenever the disease is
present this most important life-giving
principle (fresh air) has been withheld.
The idea that carnation cuttings when first
put in the sand are not able to stand any
considerable amount of fresh air. is not
worthy of serious consideration. True, they
will resent cold or heavy draughts, but this
is not what they want. Sufficient ventila-
tion can he given at all times to keep the
atmosphere dry, invigorating and sweet
without jeopardizing their chances of root-
ing nicely; in tact, where these conditions
are maintained, the result will be larger,
finer and healthier roots and cuttings than
can be produced by any other known
method.
Various reasons have been assigned for
the appearance of cutting bench fungus,
among which are decayed benches, poor
drainage, excessive heat, the continued use
of the same sand, etc. All of which, with
the exception of the latter, are responsible
to a certain extent in bringing on this dis-
ease, excessive heat more so than the oth-
ers. Bottom heat, too, is responsible for
Its share of mischief, and should never be
.■esorted to except for such varieties as
prove difficult to root without it. Bottom
heat does not include a higb temperature
overhead. Such varieties as need bottom
heat must be kept just as cool
those which do not need it.
The temperature of the propagating house
has been given in these columns often be-
fore, but it will doubtless bear repeating-
verhead i
Nights. 50 to 65 degrees; day, 55 to 60 de-
grees. The weather must be our guide in
maintaining it. These figures cannot al-
ways be adhered to, but will serve as a
Of all the reasons advanced as assisting
in the formation of cutting bench fungus,
I regard that of the continued use of the
same sand as the least worthy of considera-
tion. Our sand lasts us for a whole season,
and the last cuttings rooted are no more
affected with fungus than the first ones. I
would regard the frequent changing of sand
a5 so much unnecessary labor. If the ven-
tilation is properly looked after, there will
not be one iota of trouble arising from this
Mr. Ward in giving his opinion on stem-
rot at the meeting of the American Carna-
tion Society in Cincinnati, stated that under
the microscope plants affected with stem-
rot showed traces of cutting bench fungus.
If thi.3 is true (and it seems very reasona-
ble) stem-rot and cutting bench fungus are
identical to a certain extent. This sustains
me in my claim that close and deep plant-
ing, excessive moisture and a lack of fresh
air are the main factors in developing stem-
rot. These factors need not be all pres-
ent at one time to induce stem-rot. This
is in line with Mr. Wards idea that it is
often generated in cold frames where young
stock is being held. There are often many
days in succession when no ventilation can
be given, the sash may be covered with
snow thus shutting out the light; in addi-
tion to this they are apt to be neglected,
causing extremes in temperature and thus
stunting the plants, causing, as Mr. Ward
says, a hard, woody stem so common in
cabbage and cauliflower plants that have
been wintered over In cold frames, which
is practically one and the same disease.
This would seem to explain in part why
some plants develop stem-rot in the field,
when to all appearances none of the condi-
tions exist which are supposed to bring it
on. The cold frame, however, is not the
only place where young plants are liable
to contract stem-rot. Similar results can
be brought about in any greenhouse, such
as over watering, poor ventilation, putting
the flats in dark out-of-the-way corners, un-
der benches, &c.
Thus it appears that all of the practises
which tend to induce cutting bench fungus
and stem-rot are directly contrary to the
conditions we must maintain if we would
be free from either.
To banisi cutting bench fungus is very
simple. Good ventilation and a proper re-
gard for congenial temperature will ac-
complish this without difficulty. Stem rot
is more complex in its nature, and there-
fore more difficult to manage.
If proper care is exercised in selecting
the cuttings, seeing to it that none are
taken from plants already affected, the cor-
rect steps will have been taken to guard
against it. The next is to root them in a
cool, well ventilated house; from here, they
must go to a light, cool house. Either box
off or plant on benches in soil fertile enough
to induce a good growth kept firm and
healthy by plenty of ventilation. It cut-
tings are so treated, I am satisfied that
stem rot will not make its appearance dur-
ing this time.
When this disease originates in the field,
several causes may at'sist, either collec-
tively or Independently, to generate it. Of
these, deep planting and poor drainage are
the principals; either alone will suffice to
bring it on, and are, or are not, as the case
may be, largely assisted by continued wet
weather and a heavy murky or humid at-
mosphere. Stem rot. like all other diiseases.
is the result of Irregularities; we can. if
we will, control all these save one. Those
which we can control, I might say, are, se-
lection of cuttings, watering, ventilation,
quarters for the young plants, well drained
land and planting in the field; when these
have been looked after properly, we will, I
believe, have done all in our power to guard
against its appearance. The rest we will
have to leave to Nature. We cannot con-
trol the weather. If we do this much, how-
ever, we can be reasoi^ably sure of but lit-
The above is my opinion of cutting bench
fungus and stem rot at the present time.
I feel sure that I am in the main correct,
but a-s we are never done learning, I may.
perhapsi. through further observation and
ctudy have reason to change my mind on
thi-j subject. H. WEBER.
Carnation Dominion.
The new white carnation. Dominion,
■.vliich John Dunlop. Toronto, is sending
vit tins year, was raised by him five years
ago. He has grown it steadily ever sincf^
and it has proved to be the most prolific
variety he has had during all that time.
I have seen it growing at his place several
recommend it to my brother florists who
are looking for a prolific white carnation
that has been thoroughly tested, and which
is [lee from disease. The calyx does not
burst. The variety is a continuous bloomer
all the season. The grass is something
after the style of McGowan, but the plant
figor^
tha
that fine
riety here. It has proved to be easy of
propagation. The flowers are large and the
plants are easily handled. I saw the house
some time after the photograph was taken
in December, and I think it was even bet-
ter then than the picture shows. I visited
the house again about a week ago and it
was still apparently in the same condition
and as clean and free from disease as
At the last meeting of the Toronto
Gardeners' and Florists' Association the
committee that was sent out by that body
to Mr. Dunlop's reported that they con-
sidered his a first-class variety and award-
ed it the society's certificate of merit. I
may say that the committee made a very
careful examination, as the society has
decided to give no certificates except to
meritorious subjects. THOS. MANTON.
OIRNAIIONS ANNIE H. Lonsdale:
Are being advertised :
by parties who never i
original stock, we wouli
parties to get their
The New Scarlet Carnation
MORELLO
will be disseminated March 1. 1897. Get your orders
in now. $1 50 per 12, $10.00 per 100,
$75.00 per 1000.
H0PP&LEMKE,""'i=:p."a1.M.c..
ITS A GOOD THINQ
MINNIE COOK
»3.oo per loo ; $23.00 per 1000.
Meadow ifiew Greenhouses, faesiffaht.n.j
THE COTTAGE GARDENS, Queens, L. I.
SPECIALISTS IP*
Carnations, Cannas, Chrysanthemums,
r^pir Geraniums and Dahlias. i^rIJPeIIsV""
A SPECIAL BARGAIN^-^
Two Dollars 'Worth for One or Your Money Back.
GUARANTEED CLEAN, HEALTHY STOCK, WELL-SOOTED, NO RUST.
carnations, COLEUS, ALYSSUM, violets dder, ^I'oOperlOO. Caahorsatiefactory reference.
CEO. M. EMMANS, Newton, N.J.
WHEN WR -riNQ MENTION THE n.OR1ST'S EXCHANGF
■lITTlNtJS.
carielies:' Anna Webb. Helen Kel'ler, Daybreak.
Ali'ertinl, Tbos. Tartledae (Van lieeiiw^n). Ophelia.
tl.50 per 100; »12.0n pcrlOOO. Alaska, E dorndo. n.'Sf
(Jiieen, Mln' le Cook. Meteor Storm King and
Bridesmaid. 12.00 per 100; «15.00 per 1000 Goldfinch
[Jean Hole. Annie Lonsdale »:00 per lOO; »?5.00 per
lOOO. Delia Fox. »1.00 per 100. Scott. Portia and
"" "" McUowaii.
SOOp
atedt
1 HuBh Graham. »10 OOP
LILY DEAN ZEE
...IVIAUD DEAN
These are indispensable to all growers who
want the best flowers.
GOME AND SEE THEM FOR YODRSELF.
JOHN N. MAY, Summit, N. J.
LOOK HHRH.
Carnation Cuttings
From healthy and well-grown stock.
Williatn Scott, L. McGowan, Portia, $1.25 per 100
$1(1 per 1000.
Daybreak, Anna Webb. Mrs. Fisher. Alaska, Albertini,
Tidal Wave, Storm King, Bouton d'Or, Bridesmaid,
$1.50 per 100; $13.iJ0 per 1000.
Delia Fox, Ivory, Gold Finch, $4 per lOO.
Order of 50J cuttings filled at 1000 rates, not
less than 100 of a kind. Cash with order.
JAMES E. BEACH,
Successor to J. TT. Beach & Son,
617 Park Ave., Bridgeport, Conn.
A BARGAIN.
.$1 00 per 100
1300 Lizzie McGowan.
.WO E. A. Wood
3000 Puritan 1 00 "
4000 Robin Hood, new scarlet... 3 110 "
200 A laska 1 2.i "
.500 Triumpli 3 00 ''
500 Armazindy 3 HO
300 Abundance 3 50
sot) Meteor 1 51
200 Bridesmaid 1 60 "
W"e prepay e.vpress charges.
MORRIS FLORAL CO.
MORRIS. ILL.
TtiG Hew HiliiiiDislraiiOD
rKreeuhouse «l80. Tt
CARNATIONS^
Inrrl-on'KWhil
Inyor Pineree, y
Irs. Clias. Dull III
Daybreaii.,
Tidal WaT<
Gold fin
., . Wni. .Scott 1.5(
o 00 ' Silver Spray... 1.2i
1000 Rates Lower.
GEORGE SMITH, Manchester Vt
Carnations!
Mayor Plngree. Meteor, McGowan. Day-
lireak, Scott, Portia, and other good i.ins.
Good Heallliy D f\ C CT C '""• Sp''"e
Stocic IX \J 9 E^ 9 Delivery.
Send for price list.
CUT ROSES and CARNATIONS always In ttock.
H. DALE - - Brampton, Ont.
ROOTED CUTTINGS.
CARNATIONS.
Mrs. Chas. Duhrae (Dorner '93).
Mrs. Geo. M. Bradt (Dorner '93).
*1.50perdoz.;$10perl00; |75 per 1000.
Lily Dean (May), Maud Dean (May).
$■3.00 per doz., $10 per 100; $75 per 1000.
Per 100 Per 1000
Wm. Scott I. CO 10.00
Lizzie McGowan .... i oo lO.oo
Daybreak & Storm King 1.50 12.50
Portia & T. Wave . . . i.io 10.00
Mrs. Fisher 1.25 11.00
Meteor 1.50 12.50
Eldorado 2.00
Alaska & Anna Webb . 1.50 12.50
Thos. Cartledge .... 1.50 12.50
EDW. J. TAYLOR,
teems: Wholesale Carnation Grower,
Cash or Reference. SOUTHPORT, CONN.
MHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORIST'S EXCHANOI
CARNATIONS
Mrs. Chas. H. Dnliuie, tlelicate
pink |10 $75
Mrs. Geo. M. Bradt, white,
striped scarlet 10 75
C. A. Daoa, shell pink 10 75
Flora Hill, white 12 100
Mrs. McBumey, salmon pink. . . 12 100
Mayor Pingree, yellow 10 75
Morello, scarlet 10 75
Maud Dean, blush 10 75
Lily I'ean, white, striped pink. . 10 75
Harrison's Wliite, white 10 70
If not already received send for our price
vhich
F. DORNER & SONS CO., La Fayette, ind.
GEO. HANCOCK & SON, Grand Haven, Mich, j
THE FtORIBT'S EXCHANGE
Kitty Clover,
Eldorado,
Eulalie.
Three yello w varieties thai fill the bill.
\Vc have a fine stock of these
YELLOW FELLOWS,
and should bo pleased to part with n tew thou-
SILVER OR COLD.
Rooted Cuttings. $2.00 per 100 ; $15.00 per 1000.
Prom Soil, - - $3.C0per 100; $2.1.00 per 1000.
GRALLERT & CO.
COLMA, SAN MATEO CO., CAL.
ISO FJVJST.
WHEN WRITINO MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
CARNATIONS ?^^
lledcF, Kotaiiioor. Re
• - -2.U0perl00; t
pbell, »5.00 per 1000.
100; J26.00 per 1000.
!r ICO.
JOSEPH REHARD. Unionvilla, '"''IT Pa.
WHEN WRFTINO MEWTWN THE W PRISTS' EXCHANOE
New Seedling Carnation
FRED *
CODEY
same hahit of growth as the Lizzie McGowan.
You can't tell the ditTerence excepting hy its
1 have grown it for six years and have found
it lis free a bloomer as the Lizzie McGowan.
It has received Certificates from Hampden
rountv Horticultural Society and the New
York klorists' Cluli.
Will only put 5000 rooted cuttings on the
market as the main crop was destroyed by fire.
Cuttings will be SIO.OO per 100.
JOHN MgGOWAN, - Orange, .'.J.
Fimii
Rooted cuttings of the new Seedling
Carnation, originated by Mr. H. A.
Cook, of Shrewsbury, Mass., grown
by the subscriber, and now being
put upon the market as ... .
...NIVEA...
Cuttings now ready. »10.00 per 100;
»35.00 per5'00; SiOO.OO per 1000.
DAYBREAK, SCOTT, STORM KING,
PURITAN, METEOR, GOLDFINCH,
HECTOR, ALBERTINI, and others,
?1.'2.-. per 100; $10.00 per 1000.
A. W.HOYLE, Spencer, Mass.
And 61 Witliiugton St., Sla. O,
DORCHESTER, MASS.
ENTION THE FIOHI
Tmee )lew GaiDalioiiii
3 hand hybridized. Have ma
i.f labor
ands of seedllnifs in
. early and conttnu-
lllimil The most prolltab
RMIfllN date. Aseedllni.' o_
fllflflLUn f{;.y,»'/,r-'"- '"-'""
Very early ftnd abund
«l.5o!f 10.00 per 100.
of Tidal
sitff and lonit
plendld
mm
Seedllnc.if T,
X Tidal Wave
k 'and while.
\. atemsstlfr
»ed. 'la iidniired l,y ,'v,ri h.uly. »elH on »lBht
a.s but a faint Idea of its beau'tT. Stork limited,
iim rooted cut tines. 13.00 per doz ; $12.00 per 100,
Seedling of Hlnie's White x Tidal
e, beautifully
SIGINIW
Iful and llfiht
uaiyx very Htroni:, Rienis looirand stiff, trnwere very
iarice and full, pettilB TerystlflT. A nplendid shipper,
keeps a Iodk time after belnn cut. Plant robust,
early. continuous and an abundanthloomer. StroDK
rooted cuttlnKs, Sl.&O per doi ; $10.00 per IQO.
The above rarletles ar
third Winter and Klve ent
respect. My itock Is Rrovrn In
ordinary soil and not over proi
Injurious. It will brlnK on dispi
""""s UM M 1 T 'g A R D E N S.
Albert Hake, Mgr. M ANCHESTER.P*.
194
The F=i-ORists*
iXCHKNGl
John Burton's Seedling,
COBBESFONDEHeE.
Insertion will be given in this column
to all communications free from animus;
hut the opinions expressed do not neces
aarily reflect our own.
Seedsmen and the Tariff.
Editor Flnrititii^ Exchange:
■'Protection gives us our market and en-
ables us to pay our labor living wages,"
declares Charles Black, contributing to the
"Tariff on Seeds" discussion in your issue
of Feb. 13. Who are the other fellows in
the pool with Mr. Black, to whom he refers
as "us"? Are they workingmen?
That a protective tariff which operates to
give an e.xclusive market to "Uis" or to any
other set of individuals is profitable, and
"enables us to pay our labor living wages,"
there can be no manner of doubt; just as a
crib full of corn in a farmer's dooryard
"enables" him to feed his neighbor's hogs.
But farmers are not feeding their neigh-
bor's hogis. and by that eame token gen-
tlemen interested in special tariff legisla-
tion are not increasing wages simply be-
cause a protective tariff "enables" them to
do so.
"We," Mr. Black, or any other combina-
tion of interests, never did and never will
pay more than the market rate of wages, a
rate which is determined by the same law
recognized by Mr. Black when, referring to
labor products, he says: "Competition will
govern prices."
Workingmen sell the only thing they have
to sell— their labor— for the best possible
price they can get. Just as Mr. Black sells
seeds. But the American workingman
sells his labor in an absolute tree trade
market, in open competition with the labor
of the whole world. Not so with combina-
tions of capital, who. protected by tariffs,
markets, and do
1 them, in limiting the output by clos-
ing mines, mills and factories, which in
turn throws thousands of Idle workmen
into the tree market to make more in-
tense the competition among them for the
remaining opportunities to labor left open,
and down goes wages. Foreign pauper la-
bor jostles and elbows American pauper la-
bor in the bitter fight tor "a job," and that
workman, be he foreigner or American
born, all else being equal, who will sell his
labor cheapest gets the "job." Free trade
in the sale of labor compels the lowest
prices, while protection In commodities en-
ables monopolists to compel the highest
price, and thus we have the spectacle of
American w^orkmen burning their candle at
both ends; paying a high price for what they
consume and gelting pauper prices for what
they sell. The iron law of supply and de-
mand fixes the price of wages, but pampered
comhinat'ons of capital under a protecting
tariff law fixes the price of commodities.
By all mears let "us" control the Ameri-
can seed market for the benefit of (us) the
dear home workingman. Pile on the du*v.
heap up the tax, there is no limit when the
fool is in harne!?s and he has no rights
"we" are bound to respect.
Come again, brother Black, the subject
needs all the airing we can give it.
H. B. BUDDENBORG.
Lady Hume Campbell Violet.
I have read with Interest the words of your
several writers on temperature for violets.
Last year we tried Lady Campbell for the
first time, M. Louise up to that time having
been our standby. We planted a large
house, one-half to each variety, using for
all the same sell— a. rich sandy loam virgin
soil with no manure of any kind. The
plants started out finely and showed great
prospects until it came to the time to use
artificial heat. We gave a night tempera-
ture of 40 to 46 degrees. M. Louise bloomed
freely and gave good flowers; Campbell
stood still, but the plants were literally
siudded with buds, which would not open,
and what few did open were of a pale,
sickly color and not salable.
We were disgusted with Campbell and
were ready to consign it to the dump. We
said all the mean things we could about it
and would have sold the whole pack for a
"yaller dog," when all at once we noticed
that the plants were throwing up buds in
great shape, and a couple of days of good
sunshine made that bench look covered with
popcorn of a royal purple. What was the
cause? Well, about that time we had found
It necessary to hire a new night fireman,
the old one being of a sleepy nature. The
new man informed us. when we spoke to
him of the improvement in Lady Campbell,
that he had been running the house at
night with a temperature of 50 to 55 de-
grees and allowing all the fresh air the
weather would allow, leaving the venti-
lators up more or less all the time. The
consequence was M. Louise went back and
Lady Campbell came to the front, giving us
a far larger cut of flowers than we had
ever had from M, Louise, and. we think, a.
better flower.
This season we are growing Campbell,
and we are free to confess we are de-
lighted with it. Two houses have given us
a profusion of good flowers, stem and color
all that could be desired, and not one par-
ticle of disease has shown itself. We use
no water on the foliage in dark, cloudy
weather, but syringe on bright days, leav-
ing on all the air possible when the outside
temperature will permit.
We are well pleased with Campbell as a
violet for forcing, and we believe it will
P-ove the best variety to all who give it
the proper treatment. We trust those of
readers who have failed with Camp-
will give it another trial and follow
method of culture, and we know they
reap good results.
F. W. B., Richmond, Ind.
Sweet Pea Sensationalism.
For fair play, even more than in self-in-
terest, we wish you would be good enough
to allow us to correct a false impression
apt to be conveyed through statements made
by a seedsman of some prominence to the
effect that he "received the only award on
sweet peas at the World's Fair." This is
downright humbug and misrepresentation,
which must have been written by some
clerk unaware of the facts. It is time the
world knew, if it does not already, that at
considerable expense and with considerable
foresight the writer made a special trip to
Chicago to arrange with good friend Chief
Thorpe for the planting of our California-
grown sweet pea seed around the entire
circuit of the Wooded Island, where they
grew and were admired and were written of
considerably in the horticultural and gen-
eral press. As pioneers in sweet pea seed
growing in the United States, we submit
that in the early part of 1892 sweet pea seed
was quite valuable, and that in addition
to the "taking of time by the forelock" and
"stealing a march" on the seed trade of the
world, the expenditure of good money In
the Interest of the seed trade and our en-
thusiasm for sweet peas and improvement
of these stocks deserve substantial recog-
nition, of which we are sure your excellent
paper would not see us robbed.
At my elbow hangs the World's Fair di-
ploma, reading: "Medal for Special Merit,
etc. H' * • Exhibit Collection of Sweet
Peas. Consists of a fine collection of twenty
varieties of sweet peas. They are remark-
ably vigorous In growth, have bloomed pro-
fusely, and are of excellent colors." And
on my desk stands the fine alumli
containing the medal referred to. Yours,
with thanks for courtesies.
JAMES SPROULE,
Manager Sunset Seed and Plant Company.
Mrs. George M. Bradt.
Feb. 27, 1897.
The Florists* Exoht^nge.
195
Lily Dean.
Carnations at Richmond, Ind.
A number of the delgates who attended
the carnation meeting at Cincinnati
the city Saturday morning by an early
train tor E. G. Hill & Co.'s place at Rich-
mond, under the pereonal guidance of Mr.
Hill. A sumptuous dinner was provided foi
the visitors at the Westcott Hotel, aftei
which a trip was made to the greenhouses
The carnation plants in some cases yei
showed that they were suffering from the
recent deluge, but, generally speaking, ev
erything was in good sh-ape. Parti
attention wae paid to Jubilee, which had
showed up in such elegant form at ths
the plants was a noticeable feature. Those
seen on the benches were rooted in Juue
and planted out of thumb pot-s Aug. 1.
Mr. Hill says he will plant in this variety
in future June 1, thus insuring flowers at
an earlier date. Jubilee does best both
with Mr. Rudd and Mr. Hill in a night
temperature of 52 to 54; 60 on dull days
and 60 to 63 on clear days. Mr. Hill ad-
vises those who would adopt hiis method to
give plenty of ventilation and to put a
mulch of about three-quarters of an inch
of old stable manure, not as a fertilizer,
but as a screen from the sun.
Flora Hill was, of course, the great at-
traction. The admirable showing it had
made at Ciucinnati winning for It many ad-
mirers. Mr. Hill tells me that this variety
commences to blcom very early in the sea-
son, even oefore it is lifted from the ground
in the autumn. It is very prolific, and in
freedom of bloom takes after Its parent Mc-
Gowan. As seen at this place, it is a strong
rampant gro^wer, with good constitution,
making no useless growths, every shoot
terminating with a flower bud. The blooms
measure from 3 to 3% inches in diameter,
and their keeping qualities could be well
judged at tbe show, where it was among
the two or three varieties that stood out
prominently at the close as being good
keepers. It may be remembered it was
certificated at New York last year. All
things considered, it takes a foremost place
among the white carnations of to-day.
Whi'tcomb Riley Is a very pretty improved
Armazindy, having a much stronger growth
and a larger flower.
Salmon Gem is a Daybreak seedling with
a flower as lai'ge a& that of Mrs. George M,
Bradt. The color is a bright lively salmon,
and the plant has the same general char-
acter as Daybreak.
Mars is the winner of the Weimar prize
for best seedling, any color. It is a cross
between Jubilee and Portia, seeded from
the la'ter. It partakes of the general char-
acter of Portia in the production of Its
flower stems and blooms, the latter being
larger. The color is a most intense, rich
scarlet. This is the second year's trial, and
the stock of the variety is limited a-s yet.
Triumph was sent out last year. It is a
strong rampant grower. Mr. Hill says it
must have good culture, rich soil and
plenty of water in order to keep it in suf-
ficient vigor to produce quantities of flow-
ers. When its cultural requirements are
understood it should come into general
Mrs. McBurney is a pleasing salmon,
carrying a good, strong stem; we think this
variety has a future.
Psyche.— Of this variety William Nichol-
son was heard to remark: "It comes as
near being the ideal carnation in form,
contour, arrangement of petals and gen-
eral make-up of floiwer" ai3 any he knows
of. The color is a satiny white ground,
with slight pencillings of carmine. It
is the result of a cross between Armazindy
and Helen Keller, but the flower comes a
third larger than that of either of those
two. Mr. Hill says of it; "I look upon
this as the most valuable seedling of this
particular type thus far produced."
Among the new roses Souvenir du Presi-
dent Carnot was looking grand. Mr. Hill
had an experience with this rose worth
relating. Said he: "In the new craze tor
grafting plants, do not gi-att Carnot, or
the European dog
any other variety
rose, Rosa canina. unless you want them
to go dormant all winter, despite heat,
water and kind attention. Carnot, on
own roots, continues to produce beautiful
blossoms throughout the winter, but with
our large house, where we worked on
European imported stock, the plants went
dormant in spite of all we could do. We
allowed them to rest for a week then
started them into heat, and have now
nothing so beautiful in a rose house. In
about three weeks' time we expect to have
a most magnificent display of Carnot flow-
ers again."
Muriel Grahame was also noticed in
flower. This is Hugh Dickson's sport from
Mermet. It received the gold medal from
the National Rose Society of England. It
is distinct from Catharine Mermet and evi-
dently possesses all the good qualities of
Bride and Bridesmaid as to size, substance
and free flowering. Mr. Hill thinks it well
worthy of trial.
The showing of geraniums was a grand
one, a great improvement being noticed in
color and size of the English round-flowered
class. Notable among the varieties were
Trilby, a reddish-crimson, with extra large
florets; General Wolsley, light scarlet;
Phyllis, light salmon scarlet; Cecilia,
white, with golden salmon center. Others
of this class notable for size are Florence
Farmer, salmon; John Forbes, scarlet;
Lucrece, pink; Snowdrop, pure white; Mid-
summer, one of the finest, cream white,
with a large salmon center.
Mr. Hill is endeavoring to raise varieties
at Richmond that combine the large size
of the English round-flowering varieties
by crossing with our American bedding
geraniums; and while progress has been
very slow, the improvement is quite
marked. A variety named Indiana is likely
to come to the front as a bedding geranium
on account of its large size, brilliant color
Another section seen here that is very
popular in Europe, especially on the Con-
tinent, is what the French call the
"Coroune" section. They are of the
Mirande type and are strikingly beautiful.
Of these Mme. Hoste and Marie Hoste,
both of which originated at Lyons, are
handsome varieties. Renomee and Menilek
I., two of Lemoine's productions, are also
grand.
Among those of a new type after the
style of the striped Mme. Bruant, are Le
Vienne and Dr. Marmoteck, two of Bry-
ant's productions of last year, that are
very pretty and great improvements over
the flrst of this type.
Mr. Hill has tried the new calla, intro-
duced by Godfrey, and named Devoniensis.
The color is strikingly pure, size not too
gross nor too small, and it appears to be a
free bloomer. It has given satisfaction
here.
The general stock— palms, begonias, pan-
dition!
Cinders from locomotives are used here
on the benches instead of sand, on which
to stand the pots. This material is cleanly
and has the advantage of being obnoxious
to sow bugs and other vermin that do not
relish crawling through the cinders.
Among the gentlemen of the party were
Messrs. Ward, Scott, Long, Nicholson, Dor-
ner, Breitmeyer, Betscher. Patten, Spille-
bury, Hoppe, Johnson, Hitze, W. Weber
and the "Exchange" man.
The party then paid a visit to Quaker
City Machine Works, where, under the
guidance of the genial John A. Evans, they
were initiated into the construction of the
double steel linked chain, which for
strength surely cannot be beaten, and the
Challenge ventilating machine, generally.
Evidently the Arm anticipates or possesses
many orders, judging from the number of
machines in preparation.
This trip was enjoyed by all who par-
ticipated in it, and was very entertaining
and instructive.
196
Thb Florists' Exchknge.
LOOK
Picked in October 70,0
Decemljer,
ber, 120,000
110.000. Canb
Will more tha
I liy myc
before Easter.
$4.00 perlOUO; cash with order.
GEO. T. SCHUNEMAN, Blue Point, N.Y.
Largest grower of Mane Louise Violets in the world.
Wiuner of the largest prizes ever offered for Violets.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORIST'S EXCHANGE
VIOLET CLUMPS
MARIE LOUISE. Per 100, $3.00.
ROOTED CUTTINGS
Per 1000 Per 100
GERANIUMS, Double White, Pinls
and Red $15 00 2 0
GERANIUMS, mixed, Mme.Salleroi,
LemoD Verbena, Vincas Var.,
Var. Stevia 12 60 160
MRS. POLLOCK, GERANIUM,
REX BEGONIA 2 00
STROBILANTHES 15 00 2 011
ALTERNANTHERA, VIOLETS,. 5 00 ICO
SWEET ALYSSUM, double 100
SALVIA, scarlet, HELIOTROPE,
ixed.
ABUTILON, Souv. de Bonn
SNOWCREST DAISY, CYPERUS
ALTERNIFOLIUS
ROSE, Mermet, Bride, Wootton,
Bridesmaid
TRAILING QUEEN FUCHSIA
Terms, Oaah or 0. O. T>.
GREENE & UNDERHILL, Watertown, N.Y.
WHCN WRITINO MENTION THE rLORISTS- EXCHANGE
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
MARCH 1st.
All the liCading Novelties, also stronp;
sturdy Rooted Cuttings of following: splendid
varieties of 89S.
Modesto, Mrs. Perrin, Glory of the Pacific,
Pink Ivory, Wm. Simpson, Ruth Ellis, Liberty,
Helen Wrig-ht, Yanoma, Violesoent, Benj.
CARNATIONS.
March Ist. All the Leading Novelties.
Ready now, 10,000 Alaska, at $2.00 per 100
$15.00 per 1000. 10.000 Wm. Scott, at $1.50 per 100
$10.00 per lono. These are nice sturdy cuttings-
Cash with order.
THEO. F. BECKBRT,
■ILLE ISLANn
«LENFIELD, PA
JWEVEGOTEMI
Not "Snakes," but
LADY CAMPBELL
VIOLETS.
THE FARQUHAR-QUEEN OF VIOLETS
HEADQUARTERS STOCK. TRUE AND PERFECTLY HEALTHY.
Earliest, Freest, Darkest and moiit Double. Planted now will Sower and give a quantity ol
runners for stock. From Z'4-inch pots, in bud, «3.00 per 100. Strong Rooted Runners,
«1.50 per 100, by mail; SIO.OO per .«100a. Cash with order
C. E. WELD, VIOLET SPECIALIST, ROSLINDALE, MASS.
SUPIOT-THE VIOLET KING
Offers the following varieties of Violets tor March delivery. All plants are in perfecl
health, having been grown cold.
None of my Violet houses are heated, thus insuring perfect health and vigorous trrowlh.
Princess of "Wales (Princesse de Galles), introduced by me from France four years ago
$1.00 per doz.; $7.00 per 100.
Princess Beatrice, new. $1.00 per doz.; $7.00 per 100.
Admiral Avellan, new. $1.00 per doz.; $7.00 per 100.
I.u:coniie. 75c. per doz.; $5.00 per 100.
Petite Blue. T6c. per doz.: $5.00 per 100. Also a large stock of older varieties, such at
Chambron, etc. Prices on application. Cash with all orders.
FRANCIS SUPIOT, 57th St. and Lancaster Ave., PHILADELPHIA, PA.
NEW SINGLE VIOLET-
..PRINCESS OF WALES
The Queen of all the Violets.
2 inch plants (grown cold) .$6.00 per 100. WE AEE HEADaUAETEES.
Cash yvith Order. JNO. G. HEINL & SON, Tcrrc Haute, Ind
VIOLETS MY SPECIALTY!
On and after March 1st 1 will be ready to supply,
in any quantity, stock of the following Tarietles :
jiJ ^iP'g* -.V PRINCESS de GAr,IL,ES. The Queen ) Prices of
>% J. .-.Ji. CO., FREDONiA, N. Y.
ni CH1TI9 Both dorniantand in potE; (.'ood
bLtmaili piauts. $2.50 per duz.;$2U per 100.
Special offer to Floristn— Twelve leading
liinils. one each; several newones, $3 perdoz.
CUM «¥ Strong plants from last year. 2>^ in.
OmiLHA po(g J300 pgr lOQ. Transplanted,
$1.00 per IHO; 17.50 per 1000.
HCRRtRFflIK PiFRNY '•'en named kinds.
•.nDflbCUUa riUm .g.OOperWO. DouWe
white. $10.00 per 100.
F. A. BALLER, Bloomington, III.
wHcw WRrriwc mention the n.oRrsTS' exchange
CINNIS m CROTONS.
1000 Canuas for March delivery, in strong
Alba Rosea. Bouvler, Chas. Henderson, Capt.
de Suzzoni. Exandale, Ehemanni, Enfant du
Hhone, F. Nenvessel Florence Vaughan,
Geoffre, St. Hilaire, Jacquemet-Bonnefond,
Maurice Mussy, Madame Crozy, P. J. Berclt-
mans. Paul Bruant, Queen Charlotte.
Purchasers selection as far as practicable, but
in no case in excess of any variety.
lOOCrotonsin 10 to 15 varieties, 2 inch
pots, $10,110.
100 Crolons in 10 to 15 varieties. 4 inch
pots. $16.00. Ourstocli of Crotons is remarkably
large.
P. J. BERCKHiNS, Sl^!:^?^. lugusla, Ga.
WHEN WRmNQ MeWTION THE rtORISTS- IXCH«NGE
P. OUWERKERK,
i 1 23 Summit Ave., Jersey City, N.J.
Just received from our Holland
Nurseries :
RHODODENDRONS, AZALEAS,
SPIR/EA JAPONICA, LILIUM SPECIOSUM,
PCONIES, BLEEDING HEART,
POT GROWN LILACS, HYDRANGEA IN SORTS.
CLEMATIS and H. P. ROSES, m the best sorts
PRICES MODERATE.
FOR EASTER
FORCE FLOWERING SHRUBS:
Lilacs, Staphyleas,
Deutzias, Snowballs,
Kalmias.
ROSES, H. P. and others.
Tree-roses, Clematis,
Paeonias, Hydrangeas,
Hardy Azaleas.
L C. BOBBINK, Rutherford, N. J.
Branch Horticultural Co., Boskoop. Holland.
"TOP^nHipOT"
Both In Size and Quality.
The following "SpeciKlIies " now ready;—
Inohea. lOO
Olea Fragraos, stocky aud well . 12-15 $12 00
branched 118-20 18 00
Oranges and Lemons, best vars., I 10-12 20 00
grafted on Trifoliata, bushy. ) 15-18 30 00
Orange», Otahelte, bushy 8-10 8 00
" 12-16 16 OO
Marechal Nlol Rosea, strong, field
grown, budded on Manetti, 8-»
feet $126.00 per 1000 16 00
Marechal NIel Roses, strong, 18-24
Inches $100.00 per 1000 18 00
Soiipert, Favle and Mignonette
Roses, on own roots, $60.00 per 1000 7 00
FIcns Klastica 12 20 00
Biota Aurea Nana 8-10 12 00
12-16 15 00
Latania Borbonica, 4 in. pnlB,
2-3 leaves showing character. .12-14 20 00
Pandanos Vtllls, 4 In. pots. 12-14 20 00
Phcenlx Canarlensls, and Beoll-
nata, 3 in. pots 12 12 00
PhcBulx Recllnataand Leonensls,
well lormecl, 4 In. pots 12-16 2fi 00
Phcsnli Sylvestrla, very line, 5 in. 18 20 411 00
Packinjr at cost. Above rates do not apply to
lesathanSllcif a sort. Send for trade list. Address
P. J.BERCKMANS,AugU8ta,Ca.
VWHPNtVRITIWG MENTION THE n.ORIST-8 EXCHANGE
CLEMATIS.
MEXICAN BULBS and others, at
low prices. WHITE FOR PUICK MS T.
Cacti Plants and Seed.
WM. TELL, Austin, Texas.
10,000 California Privet, "SfinXs"'
more hranchi-!', iit f 1.60 per 11 " "
12 to 15iucheF, $1 per
Double Pearl Tuberose Bulbs. "^^J-* H'Z
per 100; $7 per lOOO. No.2-3to 4ko.m1 a,,wer-
iug bulbs, .50c. per 100; $3 per 1(00; all pHcked
to carry safely without extra charge.
CHAS. BLACK, HIghtstown, N. J.
pmRiffii
W. p. BRINTON,
Christiana, Pa.
■HE FLORISTS- EXCHANGE
MKil eLEPS.
strong Plants for Express Orders.
Also Plants. From 3 Inch Pots. Fine for Mailing.
WRITE FOR PRICES.
GEORGE BROS., - East Penfield, N. Y
CEAN
. CITY
vStrawberry
Finestflavor;largeandBolid. ^^
Bear enormcjasly. Donald's
Blmira Asparagns Roots; a
lew prodaction of rare merit.
^ ireensboro Peach, Japan
^Plums, Small Fruits. Tenn.
Peach Seed. Catalogue FREE.
HARRISOM'S NCK6EKIES. BERLLN, AU>.
WHEN WnmNO MENTION 1
r n.ORISTS' BXCHANGI
WE MAKE A SPECIALTY OF GROWING
A. W. SMITH'S
HYBP iOHFLOWEBS
(Ipoiaoea Noctitlora.)
i are strictly the best Moonflo
The
;pur
ady to sell from 214 inch pots,
at $1.00 per doz.; $7.00 per 100. No less than .5t
plants at 100 rates. Cash with order. Orders
for May will be booked now.
GODFREY ASCHMANN,
1012 Ontario St., Rising Sun, Philadelphia, Pa.
WHEN WRrriNO MENTION THE n.ORISTS* EXCHANGE
DELAWARE COLLEGE AGRICULTURAL
EXPERIMENT STATION.
Department op Horticttltueb
O. HAROLD POWELL.
HOKTICm.TUKiaT AND El
Newahk. Dkl., Dec. 15.
Mr. a. PnLLEN, Miltord. Delaware.
Dear Str:-Tdi8 ia to certify tjiat. I liave exai
a larKe number of trees and plants in yuur n ur
for peach yellows, peach rosette and 8an Jose
"' ^a'Very truly.
O. HAROLD POWELL,
°"o.
nORTICULTUH
Ex peri
PEACH 5 PLUM TREES
FOR SPRING DELIVERY, 1897.
Uellnble and clean ntock nt low whole-
».,le rotcn. Send for Surplus Lint..
ASPARAGUS ROOTS.
ALEXANDER PULLEN,
IHllford Narserles. MIIFORU, DBI..
, MENTION THE FtORISTS* EXCHANGF
I A P A M IVY Irow^' $1 S'peflW :50,000SIVIILAX, SLffi.^e"r
JUrU|>l It I Brown, »10« per lOO.j^^j 'From 2 in. pots. $1.60 perlOO. '«13.00 per 1000.
*•** nil It I ehtobtery »t » Bareaia. Geranluma, 2ln polB. M.SOperltO. »20.00per 1000.
' -• ■ :e:i,:nn.. dormant. M.OO per 100. Send for
Cash with the order.
Slirnbfeery at a Bargain.
E. S. PETERSON, ?:r^; ^{»^I«»?£S
*HEN WBmWQ MEHTIOH TMC nOMWTS- CXCHANGC WHEN 1
IT CltT. N.J.
CLEMATIS
ROOXHD
CUTTINGS.
READY IN MARCH.
<;i|>sy Queen, velvety purple... 3 50
Heiir.vi, wtiitp, very iarge. .. .*.*."." 3 50
Lawsoniaiiii. lavenrier. very laryre 3 50
Lamiffinosa Candida, white 3 60
Madame Grange, claret red.
Miss Bateman. white
Mrs. Baker, whire
Mrs. Howard AVyae, while..
. regardless of quantity
y to insure getting kinds want
W. S. LITTLE & CO., Rochester, N.
WHCN WRtTING tlENnON THE FIOIIISTS' EXCHANGE
DREER'S SPECIAL OFFER
FOR FEBRUARY.
AZALEAS FOR EASTER
AZALEA INDICA.
We ofTer
Singles in choicest mixture
Singles in separate colors as scarl
Douhles in choicest mixture
GLOXINIAS. Amostaelect
We are this season carrying an unusually
large stock of Azaleas in the best varieties
and in fine condition for Easter. As these
plants can be shipped more safely when in
bud, we wish to impress the importance of
early orders. We will not be responsible
for Injuries arising from late shipment
when the buds are developed. 5 inch pots,
with tine bushy crowns, 10 to 12 Inches in
diameter, well set with buds, $5.(K) per doz.:
$40.00 per 100. 6 inch pots, fine plants, well
set, 12 to 15 Inches in diameter. $9.00 per
doz.; $70.00 per 100.
Specimen plants, $2.00, $2.60 and $3.00
TUBEROUS ROOTED
BEGONIAS.
Kow is ttae time to plant for early
flowering; the Btrtiin is the same as has
been sent out by us for several seasons, the
best ttiat can lie procured.
$2.50 per 100; $30.00 per 1000
, yellow, orange and rose,
$3.00 per 100 ; $26.00 per 1000
$1.00 per doz.; $7.00 per 100
How $1.25 per doz.; $8.00 per 100
xture, $4 00 per 100 ;
of the Crassifolia type ii
$30.00 per lOilO.
ARAUCARIA EXCELSA. a grand lot of plants of fine perfect form, of
excellent value, 6 inch pots, 16 to 18 inches bl^h, 4 tiers, $1.50 each.l
ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI. a really flrst-class novelty that is c,
become popular when better known, 2',; inch pots, $1.25 per doz.; $8.00 per ICO.
FUCHSIA TRIPHYLLA HYBRIDA. ^',°.;,';e''%J''S' $ "oo ,,<
SPECIAL GOOD VALUE IN PALMS.
The following are all ane decorative stock suitable for immediate i
KENTIA BELMIOREANA.
ves. 18 to 2il inches high
0 per doz ; $23 00 per 1
ade up stock. $1.00 eai
KENTIA FORSTERIANA.
ienter. with 3 small plants around it, nice shapely planti
LATANIA BORBONICA.
i inch pots, 4 to 5 leaves, 12 to 15 inches high
HENRY A, DREER. '"«=•■
PHILADELPHIA, PA,
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Contents.
American Carnation SociETV . . 187-1
Books Received i
Carnation Illustrations . . . 194-1
Carnation, Dominion (Illns.) . . . 1
Carnations at Richmond . . . . 1
Catalogues Received . . . . 1
Changes in Business 1
CuTTiNQ Bench Fungus . . . . 1
Epiphyllums i
Hail News i
HoT-AiR Engine Manfrs. Combine . i
Imported Trees, Inspection of . . 1
Legal Queries ;
Pipe-joints, To Make Tight . . . S
Question Box i
Seeds, Free 198, 203, '.
Society of American Florists . . ]
Statistics, Export and Import . . ]
Trade Notes :
St. Louis ]
New York 1
Philadelphia, Terra Haute . . . 1
Grand Rapids, Montreal . . . . i
Chicago i
Baltimore, Boston, Buifalo, Cincin-
nati, New Orleans, Providence . . i
For the Busy Man.
The Baltimore Club is endeavoring to estab-
lish a protective association on the lines of the
Philadelphia one.
R. J. Murphy, whom the delegates to the
Carnation Convention met at Cincinnati, died
Wednesday from a stroke of paralysis.
The Executive Committee S. A. F. meets in
Providence, R. I., on March 9. Send your sug-
gestions for the good of the Society to the
Secretary.
Government Free Seeds.
From an early period in its existence
The Florists' Exchange has, on principle,
and from a sense of the uDrighteousuess
of the thing, whenever the time seemed
opportune, vigorously and conscientiously
attacked Government Free Seed Distribu-
tion.
In all its endeavors it has had the hearty
sympathy of the seed trade, and also that
of the Hon. J. Sterling Morton, Secretary
of Agriculture, than whom no man has
had better opportunity to realize and ap-
preciate the magnitude of this abuse, and
the open door it presents for future and
enlarged spoliation.
Secretary Morton has sought, from the
very first month of his assumption of
office, with all the official and personal in-
fluence at his command, to legislate the
evil out of existence, and his earliest views
on the subject were clearly expressed in a
letter to The Florists' Exchange, pub-
lished in our issue of April 22, 1893.
The publication of the Hon. Secretary's
letter at that time evoked a general denun-
ciation of Free Seed Distribution by every
prominent seed concern in the country.
The time is again propitious for a general
assault upon this iniquity. The bill pro-
viding for next year's Free Seed Distribu-
tion is to-day in the hands of a Conferenct
Committee, consisting of Senators Call,
Cullom and Quay, and Representatives
Wadsworth, Henry and Clardy.
The Bill, when presented, may receive
President Cleveland's signature. And ii
may not. Judging from his previous
course it will not. And if the latter is tht
c&se, more time will be ours in defence of
the right, and, through public agitation, h
new Congress with a new Secretary of
Agriculture, may be impressed with s
sense of the injustice of the measure, and
decline to become parties to the furthtr
and permanent injury of the seed industry .
Mr. W. Atlee Burpee, of Pbiladelphis.
a noted seedsman, despite the fact that he
is a Government contractor this year, as i>.
evidenced in our columns is wholly oppcset'
to the continuation of the system. He has
taken a prominent position in the agitation
for a repeal of this unwise provision of
law, and in the fact which he states to ui-
that every seedsman who has received a
contract from Government this year i-
heartily opposed to the continuation of
Free Seed Distribution, possibly lies the
strongest argument that can exist for itt
abolition. To be in receipt of Government
patronage and yet unanimous on the sub
ject, these gentlemen must realize, to *
greater e^^tent than others not in posses-
sion of so thorough an insight into the
very heart, as it were, of the Free Seed
Distribution, the absurdity and farceful-
ness of the whole procedure.
The thin end of the wedge which has
been inserted by our legislators into the
seed industry, and which threatens its fur-
ther existence, must be w itlidrawn.
Congressmen must be made acquainted
with the fact that Free Seed Distributioi
is not favored by farmers, seed growers,
seed sowers, or any class of commercial
cultivators.
The people must be given to understand
that Free Seed Distribution exists becaus t
Congressmen either mistakenly believt
they are doing good to the country at
large by its promiscuous distribution, or
else, and what is more probable in tl;e
light of the information which has been
freely shed upon them in recent years, for
the reason that through these petty offer-
ings to individual constituents, they create
an influence at home which will stand
them in good service when needed.
All who have studied this question know
that Congress is perpetuating a wrong
and inflicting injury on a great industry.
Worse yet, setting an example, the out-
come of which may be fraught with disaster
to our institutions.
We advise, and earnestly ask, every sub
scriber to the Flokists' Exchange, be
he seedsman, florist, nurseryman, or culti-
vator of any class, so long as he has the
good of all at heart, to immediately, and
without an hour's delay, write a concise
and vigorous letter of protest to his
Congressman against the further ladling
out by Government of free seeds, stating
the injury it is creating, the injustice of
the measure, the pettiness of the distribu-
tion, and the fateful precedent it estab-
lishes for still more harmful legislation,
and the fact, most potent cf all, that the
very men in whose behalf the measure is
ostensibly said to be introduced, condemn
it the most severely.
The intention of the original framers of
a wise measure having been completely
negatived and frustrated by a recent Act,
it is time for the trade and the people to
call a halt and bring the farce of Free Seed
Distribution to an end.
Society of American Florists.
The Executive Committee of the Society
of American Florists will meet at Provi-
dence, R. I., on March 9, to discuss plans
for the society's future and to perfect ar-
rangements for what promises to be one
of the most interesting meetings of this
organization, the coming convention at
Providence.
The B.xecutive Committee earnestly solicit
suggestions on the above lines from every
member of the society. Flower grower,
plantsman, wholesale or retail dealer,
nurseryman, seedsman, whatever you may
be, the society is for you. How can it
serve you best? What can it do, what
should it undertake for the general benefit
and advancement of our profession? All
can help a little and the greatest good for
the largest number should be our aim.
The S. A. F., like its members, has felt
the effects of the years of depression, but
confident predictions of coming revival are
heard on all sides and the society will share
in it when it comes. You have opinions as
to how this may best be accomplished.
Attentive consideration will be given to ell
communications and your interest and as-
sistance will be appreciated.
The committee consists of the following
gentlemen: Adam Graham, Cleveland, O. ;
William Scott, Buffalo, N. Y.; Farquhar
Macrae, Providence, R. I.; H. B. Beatty,
Oil City, Pa.; Jackson Dawson, Jamaica
Plain, Mass.; Grove P. Rawson, Elmira,
N. Y.; J. F. Cowell, Buffalo, N. Y.; W. K.
Harris, Philadelphia, Pa.; J. G. Bsler, Sad-
dle River, N. J.; W. N. Rudd, Mt. Green-
wood. 111.; Elmer D. Smith, Adrian, Mich.;
W. F. Gude, Washington, D. C, and J.
Charles McCullough, Cincinnati, Ohio.
Communications may be addressed to any
of these gentlemen or may be sent to the
secretary, William J. Stewart, No. 67
Bromfleld street, Boston, before March S,
Export and Import Statistics.
ng the la^t flsca
The Treasury Departme
the computation of the £
export.3 and imports duri
year. The under-noted figures will doubt-
less prove interesting to the ti-ade.
The total value of cut flowers exported
was $798, the major portion of which went
to the Dominion of Canada.
The value of plants, trees and shrubs ex-
ported was $133,735. the customs districts
forwai-ding the greatest quantities and the
values sent from each being: Bangor, Me.,
$3,023; Boston and Charlestown, Mass.,
.$5,035; Newport News, Va., $SGO; New
York, $42,446; Passamaquoddy, Me., $688;
Brazos de Santiago, Tex., $615; Paso del
Norte. Tex. $2,106; Saluria. Tex., $1,107;
Puget Sound, Washn., $1,692; Buffalo
Creel;, N. Y.. .$4,118; Cape Vincent, N. Y..
.$o02; Champlain, N. Y., $4,721; Detroit.
Mich.. $4,678; Niagara, N. Y.. $50,857;
North and South Dakota, $1,839; Osne-
gatchie, N. Y.. $1,053; Vermont. .$7,196.
The countries to which the largest sup-
plies were sent were: Germany, $10,463;
Netherlands, $566; United Kingdom of Great
Britain, $12,712; Dominion of Canada— Nova
Scotia, New Brunswick, etc., $8,577; Quebec.
Ontario, etc., $75,199; British Columbia,
$1,806; Guatemala, $4,519; Mexico. $7,686;
British West Indies, $1,148; Hayti, $1,934;
Santo Domingo, $2,335; Puerto Rico, $1,970;
Argentina, $965; Uruguay, $500.
The total value of plants, trees, shrubs
and vines, known as nursery stock, duti-
able, imported, was $265,854. Of this, the
following customs districts receiving the
largest values were: Baltimore, Md., $471;
Boston and Charlestown. Mass., $11,661;
Georgetown, D. C, $725; New York, N. Y.,
$215,318; Philadelphia, Pa., $20,611; San
Francisco, Cal., $1,489; Buffalo Creek, N. Y.,
$926; Chicago, 111., $6,020; Cuyahoga, Ohio,
$972; Detroit, Mich., $399; Genesee, N. Y.,
$926; Milwaukee, Wis., $659; Minnesota,
Mmn., $509; Niagara, N. Y., $1,353; Cincin-
nati, Ohio, $1,738; Indianapolis, Ind., $976.
The countries sending us the largest val-
ues were:
Belgium, $131,768; France, $9,046; Ger-
many. $58,877; Netherlan*3, $27,684; United
Kingdom of Great Britain. $27,164; Quebec,
Ontario, etc.. $1,480; Mexico, $1,850; British
West Indies, $1,886; Brazil, $427; Colombia,
$1,553; Japan, $3,006.
The total values of plants and flowers
imported, duty free, was $689,453.
Of this the districts receiving the larg-
est supplies were:
Boston and Charlestown, .Mass., $22,869;
New York, N. Y., $508,761; Philadelphia.
Pa., $48,204; St. Augustine, Fla., $2,397; San
Franciisco, Cal., $6,257; Buffalo Creek Jvf. Y..
.$4,970; Chicago, 111., $16,454; CuahogC Ohio.
$18,092; Detroit. Mich., $5,847; Genesee, N.
Y.. $14,853; Huron, Mich., $6,544; Milwau-
kee, Wis., $6,768; Minnesota, Minn., $549;
Niagara, N. Y., $7,239; Vermont, $2,118; Al-
bany, N. Y., $913; Cincinnati. Ohio, $4,826;
Colubus, Ohio, $1,372; Indianapolis, Ind.,
$5,291; Louisville, Ky., $614; Pittsburg, Pa.,
$515; St. Louis, Mo., $588; Springfield, Mass.,
$295.
The countries from which the largest
quantities were imported were:
Austria-Hungary, $2,435; Belgium, $11,-
263; France, $169,519; Germany, $18,806;
Italy, $3,466; Netherlands, $279,678; United
Kingdom of Great Britain, $40,115; Bermu-
da. $105,682; Quebec, Ontario, etc., $22,644;
Mexico, $1,426; British West Indies, $2,766;
China, $5,215; Hong Kong, $953; Japan, $19,-
898; Hawaiian Islands, $1,129; British Af-
rica, $3,580.
Inspection of Imported Trees.
A Bill has been iutroduced into Con
gress to provide for the inspection of im-
ported trees, plants, buds, cuttings, grafts,
cions, nursery stock and fruit imported
into the United States, and for the inspec
fion of nursery stock grown within the
United States, which becomes a subject of
interstate commerce. Fuller particulars
next week.
Secretary Herr Married.
Albert M. Herr. Lancaster, Pa., the
energetic and popular Secretary of the
American Carnation Society, was married
on Wednesday, February 24, to Miss Eliza-
beth A., daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew
Irwin, of Philadelphia. The Exchange
wishes the young couple long life, pros-
perity and happiness.
New York.
WholesMe Market.
Washington's birthday (Monday)
as a business day was most disappointing.
Abundance of stock of every kind was on
hand, but demand proved lacking. This
left a heavy supply on hand for Tuesday.
In addition, shipments of new stock were
also heavy, the outcome being a general
slump of prices. Roses sold at $1.50 to
i% CO per 100 to buyers who would take the
slip straight. Wednesday and Thursday,
fortunately, shipments lightened up ; this
improved the tone of the market. But the
demand was not brisk enough to warrant
any advance in figures. The corresponding
week of 1896, viz , the week before Lent,
was one of the best of the whole season for
trade, and averages were high ; alas, this
week will in no way compare with that,
probably in some lines stock did not realize
the half of what it did then.
Roses have fallen off in quantity and
quality ; in specials, Beauty make 40c. to
50c.; Hybrids aSc; Bridesmaid Via. with
many lower. Baroness de Rothschild,
Mabel Morrison and Merveille de Lyon
have made their appearance, but most of
the stock is short-stemmed and poor so
h the better. The outlook is that this
crop will not be heavy again for some
time.
Violets are more abundant than ever,
and prices are low. Monday morning they
moved freely until mid-day, after which
they tumbled, and since then have been
getting lower and lower. Quantities of
stock changed bands at $2.00 per 1,000;
toward the end of the week $3.50 and $4.00
The f^LORisTS' Exchange.
19a
per 1,000 were top prices. For special lots '
o£ one hundred only 50c., 60o. aud 75c. was
obtainable, tbus making the average per
100 less than 50c. against tl.OO and $1.50 a
year ago. j
Smllax improved in demand and prices
moved up 2c. and 3c. |
Bulbous stock of every kind was in over- ^
supply; valley realized only $10, $15 and
$20 per 1 000.
Kennett Square, Pa., is supplying the
largest quota of carnations just now for
this market ; Eldorado, Thos. Cartledge
and Lizzie McGowan are the principal
kinds ; some growers, though, are sending
good reds.
New Stock on the Market.
M. A. Hart Is receiving quantities
of Jacq. roses; J. I. Raynor, trailing ar-
butus; Traendly & Schenck, sweet peas
and gardenias ; the Cut Flower Company,
hybrid roses, several kinds ; W. S. Allen,
Golden Spur and other narcissus.
ADCtlon Sales.
The first sale of the season will be
heW^on Tuesday, March 3. by William
Elliott & Son, Dey street. Roses, nursery
stock and bulbs will be offered. Sales will
be held regularly after that date every
Tuesday and Friday.
J. P. Cleary arrived from an extended
European trip on the steamship " Mo-
hawk," from London, Friday.
Notei Here and There.
Alfred Dimmock, representing P.
Sander & Co., St. Albans, England, ar-
rived on steamship " Lucania," Sunday
last ; Mr. Dimmock says that this makes
his thirty-third trip on the water, and that
it was the worst he has yet experienced,
the sea being like a boiling cauldron all
the journey.
TIsitors.
G. Cook, Danville, Pa.; R. E. Shup
belt, Chatham, N. Y. ; W. Nicholson,
Framlngham, Mass.; M. A. Patten,
Lowell, Mass., and W. Spillsbury, Wo
burn, Mass.
Index to Advertisements.
lago hdd paid well
ieason. Kitty Clover is grown tor yeujw.
^polt aii.l Thompujon pink have both paid
,vell. DAVID RUST.
Terre Haute, Ind
The Princees of Wales violet has appar-
ently come to stay. It rumors be true, the
violet growers in California are simply en-
chanted with this new variety, po much so
indeed that the once popular California—
their "ownest own"— has been a. ready rele-
gated to a back seat. However that be,
there is no denying the fact that the Prin-
ce,3a of Wales is a most excellent variety.
igorou
rowth being all that c
this section John G. t
ily grower who grew
Philadelphia.
Noli
of
As is usual at this sea
year, the week before Lent, business in cut
tlowers has been very good, and many
kinds have been scarce, so much so tbat
the store men have been sending out to the
growers for extra supplies. Roses have
all sold well. Beauty brought $7 per dozen
for the best flowers. Brunner has sold at
$5 per dozen. Anderson, Heacock and Red-
field have sent in most of these. A few
Laiog have been around, but not so many
aa in past years. Among other roses Brides-
maid leads m selling, the best bringing
$10, general price being $6 to $S. Some
good Bride are coming in which are dis-
posed of at the same prices as Bridesmaid.
Meteor continues to sell well, but has not
been quite so plentiful. Perle have been
.scarcer this year, and are liable to be more
so.
Carnations have sold very good, and on
Wednesday shipping orders were difficult to
fill. The principal demand has been tor
pink and white; prices have ranged from
$1.50 to $2.50. with a tew extra gooj flow-
ers selling at $3. &ood reds are very scarce.
Occasionally one sees a few fine Portia, but
so far local growers have not succeeded
with any other red to take its place.
Extra fine mignonette has found a good
market here this seaison; at present it
brings $4 to $6. Valley has been moving
much better — $5 has been obtained for
same that were extra large. Bulbous stock
is very plentiful, yet it has done better th s
past week. Freesia has been more largely
used, selling at $1.50 to $2. Good smilax
is scarce; many growers are benching the
bedis over preparing for spring stock.
Itetiiil StorpN.
These have all done a very good busi-
ness, and there has been a noticeable de-
mand for first-class stock. Weddings have
been numerous, and some of the decora-
tions have been elaborate.
Florists' C'lnb.
The meeting next Tuesday will no
doubt be a large one. R. M. Eisenhart will
read a paper on violets. The clubroom now
has a regular attendant, and the patronage
i.5 increasing.
The Floristis' Protective .Association held
a meeting on Friday last, and adopted by-
laws, etc. A meeting for organization and
election of officers will be held on Tuesday,
March 9, at 8 P. M.
Charles F. Evans has had a fairly
good season -with cut flowers. Carnations
have done very well; those planted inside
all summer have paid the best, giving bet-
ter stem and flower. Roses have done very
Piull Plitnia DoyleJA
Black CljaB 204 Dunlop Jno H
.,liq Harrison's Nurseries 197 Hill E a & Oo
^X Hubbard T 8 Co... . 197 , Jaokaon & Perkins
jgg Storra AHarrisou Co iiol Co
205 Pucl.siaa. ^'■^.W.K^J'
193 DreerHA 197 J'*'''""' ? * ^on
193 FelthouBen J E. ... 201 JI^^,.^o
209 , Neff L. I
but what shows healthy growth and de-
J. G. Heinl is growing also lilacs, Charles
X. A house covering 60x12 is given to the
cultivation of these plants. As a novelty
here it commands a ready market as well as
a fair price.
L Heinl intends rebuilding three of his
rose houses the coming spring, and will
give hia entire plant some overhauling.
Business is fair and the outlook encour-
aging.—ITINERANT.
Hartford, Conn.
The annual meeting of the Connecticut
State Pomolottical Society took place
Tuesday and Wednesday of last week.
The following officers were elfcted : J. H.
Hale, South Glastonbury, president ; J. H,
Merriman, Southlngton, vicepres-ident ;
H. C. C. Miles, Mllford, secretary ; R. A,
Moore, Kensington,
Waltham, Mass — Jas. T. Silman & Co.,
have opened a florist store at 171 Moody St.
Richmond, Va.— John Laird, who form-
erly conducted the business of the Rich-
mond Floral Co., is to continue the buti-
ness under the name of Magnolia Floral
Gurdens.
Nazareth, PA.-Geo. R. Geiger, senior
member of the firm of the Gelger-Leehe
Floral Co., has purchased Mr. Lecbe's In-
terest, and will continue the businei-s
under the name of Geo. R Geiger
gPARKHILL, N. Y — Otto Rice, who was
foreman of the Sparkhill Roseries, for-
merly run by Germond & Co^grove. has
leased the greenhouses of that concern
He entered into possession J.^nuary last.
Clucaa & Boddington
MerkelC & Son.... 201
AiK'llnnrei'S
McCarthy N F S Co. 20'
Baldwin AJ 201
Davis A B & Son.... 20:
QreeneCoFloralNurs 201
Nett LI 20i
NicolJ 21
Storrs & Harrison Co -0
Boaril of Tiailf
National Florists... 20
Bulbsa
Allen Ohas
Berckmans P J
Berger H H
; K J * Son .. 206
Whltton & Son .
Emmane Qeo '
Everitt & Inaal
FeltbouBen J 1
Oaskill a W. .
Hams C A 4 <
Bassett 4 Washburn 1
Ellison Wm 20;
Ellis & Pollworth . . . 207
Fltz'ald&Hammona. 206
Fleckenatein Ohas Q 207
Ouwerkerk P
Pierson AN
Rackham Geo A
Reinberp Bros
Scott Robt A: Son —
Coldwelj-Wllooi 00. 211 Smith N & Sons
Oowen'BNSona 211 storrs 4 Harrleon Oo
Oarmody
Ing M
)dyJD..
Deitsoh i
; Co.
DeLaMater IronWks i
Hitohlnes 4 Co.... 211
.lacksou John H. . . 210
LocklandLumberOo 210
Lord 4 Burnbam Oo 211
Moninger John 0 Oo 211
Pierce FO 211
Plenty's Horticul-
tural Works 211
Quaker CltyMach Oo 211
Scollay J A 211
Wolf A04Bro 211
Second Hand 208
Baldwin A J 206
Benedict Geo H 206
BetBcherBros 204
BoemerFred 197
Cottace Gardens... 192
DoyleJA 201
Emmane Geo M 193
Everitt 4 Insall 205
Felthoueen J E . . . . 2!>1
GaBkill Geo W..
:&Oo.
Vincent RJr 4 Sins 206
Wood Bros 2j6
Salvia..
Felthousen, J E 201
Su h
Lockland LumberOo 210
Seeda
Beaulleii H 186
BereerH H 4 Co.... 186
I Black Ohas 186
' Burpee WA * Co.... 186
Cal Nursery Oo 186
Clucasi Boddlngton 186
Elliott Wm 4 Sons 186
Gardiner John 4 Oo. 186
Harrisons' Nurs 197
Jackson 4 PerkinsCo 21 9
Jennings E B 206
Joosten O H 209
Keeler JG 186
McAllister FE Co... 18B
Rolker Aug 4 Sons. . 212
SchillerJL 186
Semple Jas 186
Sunset Seed 4 P Co. 186
Weeber& Don 186
BetBcher Bros .
Black Cbas
ClucaB4Boddingtc
Dreer Henrv A
Ellis 4 Pollwonh.
Elliott Wm 4 Sons
Everitt 4 Insall...
Gardiner J 4 0o. .
Hiilsebosch Bros..
Joosten 0 H
Kennell J F 1
Mader, Paul '■
McAllister F E Oo . I
MIIIsFB 1
Ouwerkerk P I
PiereonF ROo. — 1
Pitcher 4 Manda.... 1
RowehliGranz ;
KolkerAugS Sons.. '.
Storrs 4 Harrison Co :
Tell Wm
Taughan's SeedStore !
BuaiiiesB Carili
Hill EG 4 00 '
Kasting WmF. ... 207 o„ene Oo FloralNur 2116
Co 186 Eennlcott Broe Co. 206
, 204 I Kuehn OA 207
. 197 Lang Jabus 216
I 186 Lynch " "'"'
CATALOGUES RECEIVED.
UFFERN, Voorhies, 111.— List of Field Se
JU RENNIE. Toronto. — Illustrated C
of Seeds, Plants, etc.
FREDERICK W. KELSEV, New York.-l
; Catalogue of Fine Nur
shberg. Mo.—
1, Mich. -De
trated Desc;
Stock.
BUSH & SON & MEISSNER, 1
List of American Grape Vines.
Nathan Smith & Son, Adr
scriptive Trade List of Chrysanthemums.
Wm. P. PEACOCK, Atco, N. J.— Descriptiv
Trade List of Dahlias.
CHARLES BLACK, Hightstown, N. J.— Whole-
sale Price List of Nursery Stock.
Stuart & Haugh, Anderson, Ind —Price
List Carnations. Roses, Chrysanthemums, etc.
C. L. Brunson, Paducah, Ky.— Price List of
Cut Flowers and Plants.
Wood Bros., Pishkill, N. Y — List of Plants
and Rooted Cuttings.
T. R. Watson, Plymouth, Mass.— Trade List
of Old Colony Nurseries.
G. Hancock & Son, Grand Haven, Mich.—
Trade List of Rooted Cuttings, Carnations.
VICK & HILL, Rochester, N. Y.— Wholesale
Plant Catalogue, illustrated.
J Jerome SMITH, Wilmington, Del.— Descrip-
tiveCatalogue of Seeds.
H W. Landreth, Battle Creek, Mich.-Seed
Dkming CO , Salem, O - Illustrated Catalogue
of Spray Pu;
McCarthy NF 400. 207
McKeUar Ohas W... 206
MUlangF 206
N Y Cut Flower Oc
1S6 ' Pennook Samuel t
209 I Pnrdy 4 Blauvelt. .
Berckmans P J ..
Dnhliaa,
Cottage Gardens. .
Canna Plantt
Blanc A 4 Oo
Cottage Gardens
HaiusBen Co
Storrs 4 Harrison Co
Vaughan's SeedStore 186 | Decorative
White Jno 212 Evergreen
Moon Wm I
Rowehl & Granz.,
Daisies
Pitcher 4 Manda..
Beach Jas E
Beckert T F
Betscher Bros
Black, Ohas
Breitmeyer J 4 S
OloudEJ
Cottage Gardens.,
DaleH
Dorner F 4 Sons C
Dunlop Jno A. . .
EiseleO
EmmansGeo M.
Everitt & Ineall .
Foster LH
Orallert4 Oo
Hancock 4 Son. .
193
BaBCOCK. Bridgman
CataloKue of Fruits and 1
.LIFORNIA NURSERY CO.
jtive Catalogues of Fri
Mich.— Descrip-
Niles. C.il. -De-
Greenhouse and Bedding Stock.
D M. ANDREWS, Boulder, Colo
of Hardy Perennial Plants of R
Hess 0
Hopp 4 Lemke
HoyleAW
Leach J4W _..
Lone Daniel B
Mader Paul
May Jno N
McGowan. .Ino
Meadow View Green -
Morris Fiorai Co....
Myers4Samtman 191,
PennockO J
Rackham G A
Ragan H L
Reinberg Bros
Renard Job.
Shelmlre W B
Siebert CT
Smith Geo
Summit Gardens .
Swayne Wm
Wood Bros
Cliryaanllirlnui
Berger II H&"co '.'.'.'
Betscber Bros
Bieitmeyer J 4 Son.
Cottage Gardens
.ItWn
207
Highlands Nursery
National Plant Co. . . 207
Rlckaecker Ohas H. . .
Decorative Pla
Baker ChasF.^ 201
Becker Fred
sPJ..
Berger H H & Oo
DeSmetBros....
Dreer H'y A . . .
Foster L H
Merkel 0 4 Son.
Pierson FB Co..
Rackham G A —
Baean H L
Roehrs Julius ..
Schmilz F W O.
Scott Jno
SeidewltzE A...
Slebreobt 4 Son
Young J W
197
Mader Paul .
Mnrpbey B H
NeCfLI
Nicol J
Smith Cbas i
.To Lease... 208
Smith ChasE 205
Hibiscus
Murphey R H 201
Hydrangeas
Boemer Fred 197
Inaectioides aud
Fnngl<'idea
Faust H G 4 Co 210
iTob'oo Co 210
Dip Co.... 210
20;!, 207. 208. 210
Greene 4 Underbill. 196
Greene Co. Floral
Nurs
SeawanhakaGhseB201 206
Bros 20
Mushroom Spawi
Gardiner John 4 Co. IS
Myosolis.
Search W H 2G
Black Chaa
Brinton WP
Elizabeth Nurs C
F 4 F Nuraeries
George Bros
Greene Co Floral
Mader Paul
Ouwerkerk P
Storr84HaTrlson0o.
Whltton 4 Son
Eriieveria
Baker J B
Davis A B 4 Son
Waverly Gr'nbouBea
Ferlillzers
ElUott Wm 4 Sons..
Peters John J Oo
FevelTevv
Felthousen J E
Pots, e
arrison
I Johnston R S.
Longsdorf 0 L
Ribsam 0 & Sons... i
1 StorrR 4 Harrison Oo '.
I Van Koert L '.
WatsonTR !
... 19T
Slirnbs. Flov
BallerFA
Berckmans P J..
Berger H H4 0o 186
Bobblnk LO 197
Elizabeth Nurs Co... 204
Moon W H Oo 209
OuwerkerliP 197
Peterson E S 197
Ribsam C 4 Sons... 209
Storrs 4Harri8on Co. 201
Watson TR 209
Plant
Smtlai
Bailer, F. A 197
Boemer Fred 197
Strobllanlhes.
Search WmH 209
SuppHes and
Reqalallea
Bayersdorfer H 4 Co 212
Boston Letter Oo . . . 207
Clark Bros 207
OonleyJohn &8on.. 207
Elliott Wm 4 Sons. 186
Ellis 4 Pollworth... 207
Ellison W 207
Faust HG 4 0o 210
Herrmann
lEH.
Kennlcott Bros Oo . .
Krick W E
EuehnOA
McCarthy NF400.
Meyer Jno 0 4 Co. .
Beed 4 Keller
RloeM40o
BolkerA4SonB
Stoothoff H A
Sutherland Geo A..
Welch Bros
Tools, etc.
Denning Co
PlerceF0 4Co. ..
Vegelabie Pla
Harrisons' Nurs...
HumfeldC
Payne Frank S.
Pike S W
Fio»
Logan Av G'tiouses.,
Rel'rl :erator
Obooolate Cooler Oo.
BallerFA 197
BobbinkLO 107
EiseleO 212
Elizabeth Nurs. Co.. 204
George Bros 197
Littl6WS4Co 197
I Moon WHCo 2i 9
1 Ouwerkerk P 197
PeterBon E .S 197
dtorrs 4 Harrison Oo 201
1 TellWm 197
Cloud E J
Everitt 4 Ineall
Greene* Underbill.
McCarthy NF.
Rolker 4 Sons
Svraonse Pottery Oo 210 Davi
PotlsryCo '
... 210 BobbinkLO
.210 ColesWW 201 SmlthN&Son.,
00.207 Craig Robert 201 SiiplotF..
, mII W°el7cB.
{ Dingoe 4 Conard Oo. 201 Wat
200
The Florists* Exohknge.
OPEN TO ALL FREE TO ALi
Answers Solicited from Those Who Know.
(5«>J Diameter of Pipes.— I have 16,000
feet ol glass whic-h 1 waut to heat by steam
boiler, at a temperature of 50 degrees in
coldest weather. Would a 40 H. P. boiler
do it .ea.5ily, piped with 2-inch pipe, or
would it be a saving to use 114-inch. Our
houses are 175 feet long, and have a rise oi
5 feet from the top of the boiler. And
would prefer to use the one pipe system,
steam to flow and water to return in, same
pipe. I would prefer to use 2-inoh pipe as
we have plenty of that size on hand, provid-
ing it was ai3 economical. A. G. H.
—It would be all right to use the 40 H. P.
boiler and to pipe the houses as proposed,
but it would be more economical to use
smaller pipe. Rather than use the 2-inch
pipe for steam. I would have the house
so piped that it could be heated with hot
water under pressure, at leaist in all but
zero weather. While it would be better to
have larger flow-pipes, it will be possible to
use a 2-inch pipe with two 2-inch returns.
Each coil of one flow and two returns will
then provide nearly two square feet of radi-
ating surface for each foot in its length.
This will be sufficient for nine feet of glaes,
measuring over the ridge, and for a house
20 feet wide, with glass in the side wall,
three such coils would be required. It will
be best to run all the pipes downhill, and.
it it can be arranged, to connect the main
feed pipe with the expansion tank, and have
a vacuum valve and safety valve connected
witli the top of the pipe.— L. R. TAFT.
(57) Primula Oliconica.— Peter Beers.
This plant was introduced in 1882. It is a
native of Central China.
(58) Averag-e Cnt.— Will you kindly tell
me what should be the average cut of
flowers per plant from the following when
grown for cut flower purposes; Carnations,
Beauties, Brides, Bridesmaids, Mignonette
and violets? W. M.
— It is next to impossible to answer this
question intelligently, so much depends
upon the grower and local circumstances,
conditions of houses, heating arrangement,
etc. Supposing all these are favorable, the
number of blooms cut will then depend
largely upon what he grows for. For in-
stance, a man who sets out to have extra
special Brides or Bridesmaids will perhaps
get them, and they may realize $4 per
dozen; but in thi,5 case his cut will be very
light, and may not average more than six
or ten blooms of any kind, whereas an-
other grower may average thirty blooms,
but many of these would be of such a
grade that they would not bring more than
$1.50 per one hundred. Beauties may run
from one to four specials, or there may not
be an extra or special on the plant; on
the other hand, there may be a dozen
shorts, crooknecks. or blind buds. Carna-
tions vary so much with the grower and
how close he plants that the average of
marketable blooms may be ten, fifteen or
thirty. Violets may vary, if in health, from
thirty to fifty.
(59) Smilax— What Constitutes a
String? — Quotations of smilax in your mar-
ket report are always so much per string.
Kindly inform us what constitutes a string;
what length and what weight? Does the
grower who sends in strings ten feet long,
with several strands, have to sell at the same
price as the grower who sends in single
strings, three feet long? What should a
florist expect when he orders smilax, a
three foot or a ten foot string?
SUBSCRIBER, Mass.
— Our market quotations are usually
given for the average strings of smilax on
the market, not taking either extreme.
Speaking generally, it would mean strings
from tour to eight feet; anything below
tour feet would be treated as shorts, and it
would be diflScult to give a price on such
interior stock. Such a grade would sell at
a catch price, and usually there is more of
that quality thrown away than sold. A
ten-foot string, with six strands, would also
be difBcult to quote, tor that would be
strictly fancy, and would command a much
higher flgure than the average market
price. For instance, if our highest quota-
tions should be 10c. and 12c., such a string
would be worth at least 15c. The average
of marketable strings is six to eight feet.
(ti ) Hot Water Heating.— please tell
me what heat two 2-mch flows and eight IVi-
inch leturns will create in a house 40 feet
long, 15 feet wide, 8 feet ridge, 5 feet side
walls, which includes 26 inches of glass in
the sides? It is 20 degrees below zero here
i.i the coldest weather, and house is well
built. Hot water heating.
A. D. TURNBULL.
It is impossible to give a definite
answer, but should regard the piping suffi-
cient to maintain a temperature of 40 de-
grees in severe weather, and perhaps 50
degrees in mild weather, if the heater is of
ample capacity and the piping properly ar-
ranged. L. R. TAFT.
(Hlj Hot Water Heating.— I have a
greenhouse 10 feet by 20 feet that is not
now in use and desire to heat it by hot
water, and make a box coil boiler. How
much pipe must I have in boiler and how-
much and what size must I have in green-
house to heat same to 65 or 70 degrees?
GEO. N. LELAND, Illinois.
Without more data as to the amount
of glass in the roof it will not be possible
to give a satisfactory answer, but if the
amount of glass is not mo:e than 350 square
feet, and if the wooden exposed wall sur-
face does not exceed 200 square feet, the
house can be heated if about 50 linear feet
of ll^-inch pipe are used in the heating
coil, and from 300 to 350 linear teet in the
radiating pipes. For a house of tbis size it
will be well to get a second-band car heater,
or a small hot water heater of some kind
rather than to make a coil and brick it in.
L. R. TAFT.
(62) Hot Water HeatiDg.— 1 navo i«.
greenhouses, 10x48 feet, equal span, and
one 20.\56 feet, with slope to the east; the
sides are 4 teet high and unprotected. How
many 2-inch pipes for flows, and how many
IVz-inch pipes for returns will it take to
heat it to 70 degrees? The coldest weather
size box coil and grate, also smoke flue,
will be needed to run through a house
20.\56 feet, under the bench and up through
the roof at the farther end of house; the
heater to stand in the center, the pipes
running each way, and to be left over-
night. SUBSCRIBER.
N. Y.
If the houses are well built, of the
usual height, and, without glass in the side
walls, the houses 10 by 4S feet can be
heated with two 2-inch overhead flow pipes
and from ten to twelve 1%-inch returns.
It the flows are under the benches, or
lower down than the plates, it will be
best to use four 2-inch flow pipes and eight
or nine H4-inch returns. In the house 20
teet wide run four 2-inch overhead flows
and twenty l^^-ineh returns. The grate
surface required will vary from eight to
feet, according to the kind of fuel
d it a box coil heater is used the
ting surface will be provided
by forty-eight pieces of 2-inch pipe five teet
long. Tliey can be arranged in six coils
of eight pipes each over a grate 2'^ by 3^
feet.
In the above estimate no allowance is
made for the heat from the flue, as al-
though it may be sometimes used in cool
houses to supplement the heat from the
pipes, the effect upon the draft is often
so great as to make the heat uncertain,
•particularly if the two systems are com-
bined, and it will be better to rely on hot
water alone in tropical houses.
L. R. TAFT.
(63) Propagating Ipomea Pandnrata.
—What is the best method of propagating
ipomea pandurata? Has any one suc-
ceeded in sprouting the tubers, drawing
the sprouts and planting them as is done
with the sweet potato? R.
(64) Blaeli Beetles on Elms.- j. M.:
We cannot help you in regard to the elms.
It seems to be a matter of waiting till
nature will do the coloring. Was it good
practice to scrape the bark to such an ex-
used.
(65j Dwarf Double Tuberose — j. M.
Pot up in late spring in good, sound loam,
place in cold frames and bring on ir
batches. At this season no bottom heat i,:
needed.
nas.— What are
gin?
Name— E. Lapp.
(66) Best Americ
the best cannas of
(HT) Plant
The specimen sent for name is one of the
old class of pelargoniums, many of which
are very handsome and floriferaus, but
which are seldom seen in these days. Pos-
sibly the one you have is P. Stenopetalum,
which wats introduced in 1800, or it may be
a garden form of that variety.
lUsl imperfect Von Sion Blooms— E. E.
S-— The color of Von Sion blooms is a ques-
tion, first, of strain, and next the system
under which the flowering bulbs are grown
when in the fields, and whether they are
well and properly ripened. Different locali-
ties also give different results. There is
also a difference in price to the importer.
(69) Patliing anil Growing Carna-
tions.—Will some one tell me the best way
Are solid beds just as good for raising
carnations as raised benches?
What is the amount received per plant
when sold at wholesale for whole season?
What distance apart should the plants be
set in the beds under glass with such va-
rieties as Scott, Daybreak. McGowan and
Meteor? G. W. S.
There are different methods of
packing carnations and usuJly this work
depends upon the quality of the stock.
Sometimes a grower who is tending in
special and fancy blooms will go to the
trouble and expense of packing them in
trays with each bloom resting in a wooden
frame. Others simply tie them up in bun-
dles of fifty and ship in large boxes,
packed full. Generally speaking carna-
tions are bunched in fifties, evenly graded,
and shipped in shallow boxes, just one layer
deep. A few choice blooms may be put
up twenty-five to a bunch. Care is taken
that they have been cooled before ship-
ping and have stood some hours in water.
It L3 impossible to state the amount to
be realized per plant. It depends upon
how well the plants are grown, the market
you have to dispose of them and the price
it is possible to get locally. Except to a
few special growers, the average value of
thi!
be
than 65c. per 100, and in many cases not
that. Figure this out at an outside aver-
age of fifteen blooms to a plant, the latter
standing ten inches each way. Solid beds
are not so good as benches. McGowan can
bo planted closer than either of the oth-
ers, say 8 by 8, but this depends upon the
size of the plants. (See Mr. Weber's pa-
per, .page 167 of last week's issue, for full
cultural information regarding carnations.)
Lega/ Queries.
Taxes, Galesburg, III.— A pr
>o well established as to be
.-ailing" is that annual crop
of :
.Ity.
be
as lending to the value of the land for real-
ty taxes. This is so well established that
they pass into the hands ot an executor of a
n-ill disposing ot real estate, and form no
part of the personalty.
Greenhouse products cannot be classed
as "annual crops," and so partake ot the
nature ot personal property, amenable to
all general and local laws affecting personal
property.
Water Meters, West Collingswood. N.
J.— The contract signed must govern. Cus-
tom (N. Y.) makes the user of water buy
the meter, subject to inspection from time
to time by the company. Any violation of
contract puts it in power ot company to
shut off water. Interpretation ot contract
would involve knowledge of local laws gov-
erning such corporations.
Defective Heater, Wilmington, Ohio.—
It facts are as stated, and there was no
negligence on your part (or your servant's),
we should say that heater company is
liable — even if no guarantee by them.
Epiphyllums.
These plants, owing to their exceedingly
attractive flowers and the comparative sim-
plicity of their cultivation, ought to have a
place in the list of plants grown for winter
bloom. They can be turned out in a salable
state just as easily and in as short a time
as the azalea and command perhaps even a
higher price besides helping to furnis-ii
greater variety in what is offered tor sale.
-\s the plants have a procumbent or droop-
ing habit of growth, they are only used
when grown in this manner for basket
work, therefore we usually see them grown
■as standards, that is, grafted on the stem
of some other plant, so that the branches
are well above the flower pots. The best
stocks for this purpose and the ones most
in use are Pereskia Aculeata and P. Bleo.
To have these in condition for the recep-
tion of the grafts they should be grown on
from cuttings to the desired height; six or
eight inches is a useful size, although they
can be successfully worked on stocks of
pereskias much taller. When the wood of
the stock is sufficiently firm, cut off. the
top part; make a split down the middle tor
three-quarters of an inch or so, then insert
a piece of the ripened growth ot epiphyl-
lum, and either run one of the pereskia
spines through the whole, to keep it firmly
together, or tie with raflia.
It a nice growing atmosphere be given,
they will not be long in uniting. An im-
portant point is to have the pereskias in as
small pots as possible at the time of graft-
ing, so that when the union between stock
and scion takes place, the plants w-ill get
a fresh impetus by being shifted into larger
sized pots. From now on the most favor-
able position in which to make their growth
is near the glass in a rather warm house.
They like a moderately humid atmosphere
while growing. They may be had in flower
anywhere from November till late in spring;
in fact, so tractable are they, that flowering
plants may bo had all during the flowering
reason ot the azalea. The potting mixture
to be used should be exceedingly porous; the
least stagnation is fatal to the roots. Sandy
loam, broken brick, old manure and a little
leaf soil will be found best. G. W. O
HAIL NEWS.
The latest addition to the ranks of the
membership ot the Florists' Hail Associa-
tion is the Missouri Botanical Garden.
SARATOGA, N. Y.
T. J. Totten is sending a fine seedling car-
nation to Welch Brothers, but if it does not
do w-ell upon further trial he will discard
it. He has a grand lot of Cartledge. which
seems to take well. Cyclamens are strong-
ly in evidence here. Some very well grown
plants find ready sale in Albany stores.
W. M.
\]mi TkM Mrads -de
easy and sure by using the TOBAC-OIL
VAPORIZER— $3..50 each. Money back if
not satisfactory. Particulars by -writing
H. A. STOOTHOFP,
315 Madison Avb., N. T. C.
8
^
Ct$.WORTH OF TOBAC-OIL FUMIGATES Iq'^t'!
OF FLOOR SPACE, EXTERMINATES AT ONE APPLICATION ALL GREEN FLIES, IS NON-INJURIOUS TO MOST
DELICATE BLOOMS, PERFECTLY PURE, WHITE IN COLOR. VAPORIZES COMPLETELY LEAVING NO STICKY
DIRTY MASS TO BURN AND SMOKE. |T IS OIL OF N ICOTINE. IF NOT PERFECTLY SATISFACTORY.'
YOUR MONEY BACK. BOOKLET FREE.
Mention paper.
Stoothoff, 31S Madison ,
N. Y.
Feb. 27, 1897.
Thb Florists* Exchange.
201
IT 15 A WINNER!
FRSSIDENT CARNOT,
SIZE
FORM
STEM.
FOLIAGE
Continuous and abundant in blooming. There is an indescribable charm in its delicious coloring.
No one will regret Investing in this Rose.
SEE OUR ADVERTISEMENT IN NEXT NUMBER.
Hew Bose, Yellow Kanmiei
(AGLAIA.)
The onlv hardv yellow rose. A splendid compan-
ion to Crimson Rambler. Bound to tieeome popular.
Buy while the stock lasts. Fine -i'^i in. plants,
!!«1.>.U0 per 100. Address
THE DINGEE & CONARD CO.,
Rose Growers, West Grove, Fa.
President Carnot Rose.
1 stems from 3H to 4 ft. 1
We 1
Qd grafted plants.
W. W. COLES,
Maple Hill Ros« Farm, ■ - KOKOMO. IND.
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$2.6U per 100; $.'0 00
»3.00 per lOO: J2.i.O0 [
Aspara,
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25,000 Flowering Begonias
KOOTED CUTTINGS.
Argentea Guttata, Metallica, Nitida Alba,
Decora, Alba Picta, Bruanti, Margarita,
Diadema and 20 other good sorts. $1.50 per
8000 EMp'rESs'o1= CHINA, well-rooted cuttings.
The new everblooming hardv, apple blossom
pink CLIMBING ROSE. Immensely popular
rose for the retail trade. $1 50 per too. by
mail, postpaid; $1300 per looo, by express.
Will Exchange for Primula SinensisandObconica
and small Hybrid Perpetual Roses
SATISFACTION GUARANTEED.
A. B. D.^VIS & SON,
(Near Washington, D. C.) PUROELLVILLE. ¥«.
rumitsi ruciisiisil
Hooted cuttings, in flats, all the latest and
per lonu. Same in 2)^ in. pots, $25.00 per ItlilO.
GERANIUMS.— The best and latest yarle-
ties of the flowering sorts, in flats, $15.00 per
lOfO. Rose Geranium, $2.00 per lUO. Mnie.
Sallerol, $1.25 per 100. Bit. Snow, 3^ in.
pots, 12.50 per 100.
HELIOTROPE.— At least aii varieties,
$10.|iO per WOO.
AGERAXITM.— Dwarf blue and white,
$6.00 per li 00.
FEVEREEW.-Llttle Gem, in flats,
$15.00 per 11)00.
SALVIA SPLEJSUENS, $10.00 per 1000.
"VoT*"""' COLE US
Crimson Veraciiaffeltii and Golden Qneen,
$6,00 per 1100.
COLBUS in variety, $6 00 per 1000.
Correspondence solicited on large orders.
600 at 100 rates: by the 100 add 16 cts.
Cash with the order. Selection of sorts to
remain with us.
J. E. FELTHOrSEN, Schenectady, N.T.
WHCH wnmMa MINTIOM THE PtORIST'8 CXCHANOr
YOUNG ROSES.
100. 200 Pteris Tremala, i
for 5 in.
Young Carnations, from Flats,
of Seott, Daybreak, Wave, Alhertini, Meteor,
Garfield, Alaska, Puritan, Storm King and El-
dorado, at $2 per 100. Clean strong stock.
OEO. A. RACKHAIW,
880 Van Dyke Ave., - DETROIT, MICH.
...ROOTED...
ROSE CUTTINGS.
H*allliy,
Meteor, Siebrecbt, Woottoii,
Sunset, Perle, Bride, Bridesmaid,
*1..5U per 100.
Testout, $2.00 per 100.
Beauty, $2.50 per 100.
L L MAY i CO., - St. Paul, Minn.
mnai WRITIBO MEWnOH THE rtORISTa' EXCHAHGe
REINBERG BROS.
strong. Healthy J^OSES From 212 inch pots.
AMERICAN BEAUTY and TESTOUT $5 00 per 100 ; $40.C0 per 1000
G3L0EN GtTE. PEHLE 8SLLE SIESRECHT. METEOR. BRIDE. BRIDESMAID, KAISERIN
and LA FRANCE, $3.01) per 100; $;5 00 per IIMO. No orders for less than 100 of one variety
accf-pted. We are the largest Hose growers in the United States, and can flll all orders with the
Rose CuttitiKS, Si.so per 100; American Beauty, $2.30 per 100.
CARNATIONS-Rooted Cuttings.
IVORY and DELLA FOX $3.00 per 100; $35.00 per lOOO. ROSE QUEEN, $2..'iO per 100; $20.00 per 1000.
WM. SCOTT, DAYBREAK. NANCY HANKS. TIDAL WAVE, ALBERTINI, PORTIA, LIZZIE
GILBERT. CORSAIR, LIZZIE MoGOWAN, STORM KING and SILVER SPRAY.
$1 CO per 100; $8.00 per lOUO, No orders tor less than 100 of any one variety accepted.
Special Prices on large lots. The above stock is well rooted and free from rust. Send orders to
51 IJVABASH AVE., CHICAGO, lELS.
ROSES! ROSES!!
STRONG FIELD-GROWN DORMANT PLANTS.
Large stock Gen. Jacqueminot, Paul Neyron, Ulrich Brunner, Magna Charta,
Baroness Rothschild, and other leading varieties of Hybrid Perpetuals, $9.00 per loo ;
MOSS ROSES in th
Baltimore Belle, Prairie Q
Sfi per 100.
Wichuraiana (Memorial Rose) field-gi
best sorts, tg 00 per 100. CLIMBING ROSES,
Tennessee Belle, and Seven Sisters, strong, 2 years,
$S.oo per too.
O ANN A^ New Giant Flowered AUSTRIA, strong. 4 in. pot plants,
^''*'"""'*^" $3.00 per doz,; $20 per too. A large stock of the cream of the
older varieties, such as Florence Vaughan, Queen Charlotte, Eldorado, Sunbeam,
Alphonse Bouvier, Charles Henderson, Madam Crozy, President Carnot,
Admiral Avellan, Edward Mieg, etc. Do not fail to get our prices before buying.
CALADIUM ESCULENTUM. ^,^^:";^
to 10 in., $5 per too. 6 to 7j^ in., I3 per 100. 5 to 6 in., $2 per 100.
BP/^^MIA DIIDITV A new pure white of the semperflorens
E.L«UraiA KUKIIT. ,j,pe, very free flowering. $2 per doz.
CITDANIIIMQ ^"■ong ^'A ''"■ PO' P'=»"'s, '^rge stock of S. A. Nutt.
^ ■***■"■ ** l»l *». Marvel, Heteranthe, La Favorite, and other best
bedding sorts, $25 per 1000.
Immense stock of Fruit Trees, Nut Bearing Trees, Grape Vines, and
Small Fruits. Cine of the largest, if not the largest, assortment of Ornamental
Trees and Shrubs, Climbin;;^ Vines, Bulbs, Hardy Perennials, etc., in
America. And 32 greenhouses filled with what the average florist is most likely to want.
Correspondence solicited. Catalogues and trade lists free.
THE STORRS & HARRISON CO., IPainesville, Ohio.
THC rtomsTS'
. . . ROSHS
From IH I
Bride, B
UarieGuillot, Mary WasblnKlo
Richard, Pink Sonpert. Cm
Uanibler and Clotliilde Sonpc
EMPRESS OP CH IN A-Thenew eve
hardy pink ClimbiDtr Rose, grows as ri
MnrnluB Glory; bound to become popula
100; »25.00 per 1000.
...GERANIUMS...
Chancellor. L,i..Pavo
anium
iotlle
geraniums ot that class as It is far superior In color,
size of Qower. freedom of bloom, and isof a decided
brauchlne habit; in short it has all the Kood qual-
ities that BO to make up the ideal BeddiuK Ger-
anium. $1.00 por 100; 136 00 per 1000.
J. A. DOYLE, - Springfield, Ohio.
ROSES.
ISCUS AND GERANIUMS.
$211.1)0
Agrippi
Archdul
Bon SIL
ArchdulieCharlea
!?:rr'.!P
Etfile deLyon
Folke.toDe
Gen. Tartaa
Henry lU. Stanley
I. a Paclole
I>a PrIncFiia Vera
Itl. Mel
Maman Cocbel
>luie. I,uinbard
Mnie. ItlarKottIn
mme. Schwnller
Princess ol Savai
Ouee'n'a Scarlet
Snow Flake
Sombreull _
Sirlppd La Fran
The Queen
Victor Huio
White l.a Franc(
WITH ORDER.
R.H.MURPHEY,Urbana,Ohio.
THREE HEW RiBLERS
Companions to Crimson Rambler.
AGLAIA, or YELLOW RAMBLER.
EUPHROSYNE, or PINK RAMBLER.
THALIA, or WHITE RAMBLER.
Send for free colorltype plate and descriptive
circular of A^laia. Every florist should handle
these three important novelties. Strong plants
from 2^ Inch pots, ready March 1st. $8.00
per 10 ; $15.00 per 100.
Fruit Plants, etc.
JACKSON & PERKINS GO.
Thanks,
Yellow Marpuorite all soU
Thanks to the Exchange.
Oouvornenr, N. Y., Feb. 3, I!
HENRY NEENER.
202
Tub Florists' Exchhngb
Every florist, as well as every seedsman, every seed grower as well as
every man who plants seeds for a living, should make it his duty, immedi
ately on receipt of this copy of the FLORISTS' EXCHANGE (if he has not
already done so), to write a concise and pointed protest to his Congress-
man, against the further distribution of Government Free Seeds.
As pointed out in previous issues, the distribution is a startling and
serious menace to an industry which, more than any other, has contributed
to the advancement and welfare of the nation.
A unanimous and indignant protest AT THIS TIME, will have its effect.
Write to the home address of your Senators and State Congressmen
as published in this issue. Write now.
A joint meeting of all seedsmen bas been
convened to meet in Washington, Marcb 2,
to discuss legislation now before Congress
affecting their interests.
PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 24.
Editor Florists' E.xchange:
Dear sir: — In replying to yours of Feb.
23, would say that I have already sent you
copy ot telegram from T. W. Wood, presi-
dent of the American Seed Trade Associa-
tion, who, next to ourselves, is the largest
Government contractor, showing his opposi-
tion to the continued free distribution o£
seed. I have also previously forwarded to
you copy ot telegram received from L. L.
May & Co., and have received a letter from
H. W. Bucltbee, another contractor, who is
liljewise thoroughly opposed to continuing
the Government Seed Distribution.
This morning I received another vigorous
letter from the Hon. J. Sterling Morton,
copy of which I inclose to you, together
with a copy of my answer. We, seedsmen,
and agriculturists generally, should cer-
tainly feel gratified that we have such a
powerful "friend at court." From the fact,
ae stated in the inclosed letter from Mr.
Morton, that "the President declined to
sign the last agricultural appropriation bill,
containing the gratuitous and promiscuous
seed distribution feature, last year," I
thinlt we may hope that he will also de-
cline to sign the present bill. Hence there
is time to malte an immediate and vigor-
ous protest to the members of Congress, and
I would suggest, as mentioned in my letter
to Secretary Morton, that you urge every
florist, as well as every seedsman, to write
immediately a letter of protest' to their
members of Congress at Washington. You
can readily show to the florist readers of
the "Exchange" that this system of Gov-
ernpient paternalism, while not yet affect-
ing them as disastrously as it does the
seedsmen, MUST BE STOPPED, or we can-
not tell where it will end.
W. ATLEE BURPEE.
Messrs. L. L. May & Co., St. Paul, Minn.,
telegraphed Mr. Burpee their opinion as to
Free Seed Distribution as follows: "Strongly
opposed to it. Continued Government dis-
tribution means ultimate ruin to the seeds-
men of America."
United States Department of Agriculture,
Office of the Secretary.
Washington, D. C,
Feb. 23, 1897.
W. Atlee Burpee, Esq.:
Dear Sir: Replying to your several com-
munications of the 21st and 20th in-n.. 1
have to acknowledge the receipt ot proof
sheets from the "Florists' Exchange," en-
titled "The Free Seed Distribution Must Be
Abolished." Likewise a copy of a letter to
the Hon. Wilkinson Call, fac-similes of
which have been sent to Senators Cullom
and Quay and the Representatives cocsti-
tuting the Conference Committee.
You may remember that the President de-
clined to sign the Agricultural Appropria-
tion bill containing the promiscuous and
gratuitous seed distribution feature last
year. He has not yet signed this bill.
The next Congress will convene before the
1st of July, and no harm could come to
the country it the bill should not be
signed, though, of course, I have no inti-
mation as to whether it will be or not, nor
am I authorized to speak upon that ques-
tion.
Tbei "Florists' Exchange" bas taken the
matter up earnestly and sensibly, and pre-
sents the case with great terseness and
lucidity. Its editor is evidently a gentle-
man of ability who knows how to state his
case vigorously and clearly. Very respect-
fully yours,
[Signed] J. STERLING MORTON.
Secretary.
February 24, 1897.
Hon. J. Sterling Morton, Secretary of Ag-
riculture, Washington, D. C.
Dear Sir: In acknowledging receipt to-
day of your courteous favor of Feb. 23, I
cannot do better in expressing my appie-
cidtion and the appreciation of the seed
trade generally of your continued efforts
to do away with the promiscuous seed dis-
tribution than to quote the following from
a letter just received from your friend.
Hon. Robert W. Furnas, president ot the
Nebraska State Board of Agriculture:
"I have been from home in agricultural
work tor the past two weeks. Returning
I And yours ot the 11th inst. with clip-
pings relating to my forty-two-year friend,
J. Sterling Morton. Jealous rivals may prod
him all they please; he will leave the Cab-
inet office of Secretary ot Agriculture hav-
ing accomplished more practically than all
hi(3 predecessors combined."
I remember distinctly that the last two
agricultural bills containing the promis-
cuous and gratuitous seed distribution fea-
tures were not signed by the President,
and am very glad to learn that he has not
yet signed this bill- From the tact that
the President declined to sign the two pre-
vious bills I think that we have reason to
hope that this bill will not be signed, al-
though of course, as you say, you "have
no intimation as to whether it will be or
1 am very glad that you approve of the
presentation ot the case made by the ed-
itor of the "Florists' Exchange," to whom
I am sending a copy of your letter to-day,
with the request that he urge his readers
to write imimediately to their members of
CongreEs protesting against the continued
free distribution of seeds. As the "Flor-
ists' Exchange" reaches not only all seeds-
men ,but also thousands of florists and
borticulturishs throughout the country, 1
am in hopes that by a vigorous editorial
urging the immediate writing ot such let-
ters the majority of members of Congress
may be convinced that the free seed dis-
tribution is not the popular measure which
they seem to conceive it to be.
Basides leading editorials from papers
already forwarded to you I bave noticed
quite a number published in local papers.
The "Daily True American" of Trenton,
N. J., Feb. 12, devotes nearly a column
editorially to the subject, and its editor
expresses tersely the situation in the fol-
lowing sentences: "The whole business is
the outgrowth of the Populist idea of pa-
ternalism. The sooner the Government
gets back upon the old Jacksonian founda-
tion ot confining the business of the Gov-
ernment to the strict lines prescribed by
the Constitution, 'caving the people to buy
their own seeds, to bu.Id their own roadt*
and provide their own banking facilities
the better it will be tor the Government
and for the people who have to put up the
money to support the Government."
W. ATLEE BURPEE.
ThefoUowiDg suuiniary of the situalion
to date calls for careful readina: and In
atant action. The home Hddrtsses of the
Representatives who will constitute the
i'ifty-flfth Congres-s is uWen In another
column, and these gentlemen are the ones
who should be written to :
Washington, February 24, 1897.
Editor Florists^ Exchaito^ :
The Agricultural Appropriation Bill will
not be decided, as the President has not
yet received the bill, and the Constitution
prescribes that a bill may become law
without iiie »i_u.»iiuc i/t the frfsuleut
ten days — if he does not sign it or retu
it to the Senate inside of that time with
his veto.
Now, the ten days will not expire before
the end ot the present administration, and
even should the President receive this bll
to-morrow, it Is most likely, judging from
his action with reference to the two pre-
vious Agricultural Appropriation Bills,
that he will neither sign It nor return it
with his veto. Thus, the bill will die with-
out action, and the new Congress will be
obliged to pass another bill. Therefore,
now is the time for the seed trade to besti:
themselves and work the new Congress to
turn down the Seed Appropriation.
Will you kindly urge vigorously that
every reader ot the Florists' Exchange
can iielp by writing immediately a letter
of protest to his new IMembers of Congress,
insisting that they vote against this seed
appropriation when it comes up for con-
sideration.
A special effort could certainly be made
with the said members in all the large
cities where there are any seed houses
For instance. New York has sixteen city
districts, and if the seedsmen of New York
and other cities will go to the Congress
men and Senators and insist, that as they
have no use for seeds, they vote against
the bill, and request that they work
against it, it Is quite likely that we will
be able to get enough votes. In addition to
the members who voted against It in the
present Congress, to kill it completely.
You are probably aware that the new
Bill provides that a member can have any
kind or variety of seed that he asks for
Thus, If this is carried out, we will practic
ally have a regular Saed Shop where a
man can send to his Representative for
just what he desires and get It. This will
make the burden for the seedsman a great
deal worse than It is now, and may com-
pletely ruin the trade.
W. Atlke Burpee.
Bufbs to be Dutiable.
Rumor has It, on pretty good author-
ity, that bulbs and all bulbous roots will
be included in the new tariff bill among
dutiable articles to the tune of at least
'30 per cent., if not more. Let florist-
and dealers take a timely warning wheu
aporoached by the Dutch bulbman to
pUce new orders. Will the Dutchman pay
the duty for the florist and advance the
funds for him, or will he shade his quota
tlons 20 per cent.!' And how will the
dealer like to pay 20 per cent, or more on
stock ordered that may, In a surfeited
market, have to be slaughtered for less
than the duty ? Order gently, gentlemen,
will ba the right motto. R. W.
Rocbester, N. Y.
Charles and George F. Grossman, com-
prising the seed firm of Grossman Bros.,
to-day {Feb. 24) made a general assignment
to Henry B. Hathaway. Preferences named
aggregate $26,000. Aside from these, the
; of I
abilil
kno
Tariir Catechism.— This is an exceed-
ingly interesting pamphlet, containing
fifty-eight questions and answers upon the
tariff on seeds, which has been distributed
by D. Landreth & Sons, Philadelphia. Those
who are interested in this subject will And
the pamphlet well worth reading.
European Notes.
Now
the
cleared away the snow we are able to form
a fair idea of the mischief that has been
done to our growing plants. Unfortunately
early turnips appear to have suffered more
than anything else. Several growers report
their plants as entirely perished, and where
tiiey are not completely destroyed those left
standing are so weak as to be practically
useles?. Such varieties as the Milan,
Munich and Strap-leaved cannot by any pos-
s.bili y produce more than one-fourth of the
crop arranged for, and unless a change lor
tho better speedily takes piace this will
prove to be a tar too liberal estimate.
Rutabagas are also looking very sickly, but,
at prasent. the loss of these does not cause
us quite so much anxiety. Cabbages, sa-
voys and broccolis have also suffered grea -
ly. and with the short breadth left standing
there need be no fear ot a surplus ot any
Tho later consignments of Lilium aura-
tum are arriving in splendid condition,
while the roots are unusually large.
Reports on the new yellow Chinese L.
speciosum Lil. Henryi are of the most fav-
orable character; and when it can be fur-
nished at a reasonable figure the florists
will quickly help to increase the sales.
Tho yellow-anthered Lil. speciosum alb-
um is clearly a distinct variety and can be
easily distinguished by the shape of the
roots.
Whether it will be as valuable to florists
as the introducers claim is an open ques-
tion, as it is the custom of European florists
to remove the anthers before exposing the
flowers for sale. EUROPEAN SEEDS.
James VeitfU & Sons, Limrtel.
Chelsea, England.— This company has been
registered by Vallance & Vallance, No. 20
Essex street. Strand, with a capital ot
£100.000 in £10 shares— 3,000 preference and
7,000 ordinary. The object ot the company
IS to acquire the goodwill ot the bus.nei-.-;
ot nurserymen, seedsmen, horticulturists
and other connected businesses carried on
at King's road, Chelsea, Fulham, Coombe
Wood. Kingston Hill. Surrey and Langley.
Buckingbanshire, or elsewhere, under the
style cr Arm ot Jame,3 Veitch & Sons.—
Engliish Paper.
Tue following is a list of the
and Representatives composing the new
PIfty-flfth Congress. We advise every
reader to write a letter of protest, each to
his own Senators and Congressmen at the
home addresses herein famished.
SENATORS.
Alabama John T. Morgan, Selma,
E. W. Pettus. Selma.
Arkansas James H. Berry. Bentonville.
Jas. K. Jones, Washington.
California Stephen M. White, Los
Angeles.
George C. Perkins, Oaliland.
Colorado Edward O. Wolcott, Denver.
Henry M. Teller, Central
City.
Connecticut Joseph R. Hawley, Hartford.
Orville H. Piatt. Merlden.
Delaware George Gray, Newcastle.
Florida Samuel Pasco, Monticello.
Georgia Alexander S. Clay. Atlanta.
Augustus O. Bacon, Macon.
Idaho George L. Shoup, Salmon
City.
Illinois Shelby M. Cullom. Spring-
field.
William E. Mason, Chicago.
Indiana David Turpie, Indianapolis.
Charles Warren Fairbanks.
Indianapolis.
Iowa •. William B. Allison, Du-
buque.
John H. Gear, Burlington.
Kansas Lucien Baker, Leavenworth.
William A. Harris. Linwood.
Kentucky William Lindsay, Frankfort.
Louisiana Donelson Cattery, Franklin.
Samuel Douglas McEnery.
New Orleans.
Maine Eugene Hale, Ellsworth.
William P. Frye, Lewiston.
Maryland Arthur P. Gorman. Laurel.
George L. Wellington, Cum-
Massachusetts George F. Hoar, Worcester.
Henry Oabot Lodge, Nahant.
Michigan James McMillan. Detroit.
Julius C. Burrows, Kala-
Minnesota Cushman K. Davis, St. Paul.
Knute Nelson, Alexandria.
Mississippi James Z. George. Carrollton.
Edward C. Walthall. Gren-
ada.
Missouri Francis M. Cockrell, War-
George G. Vest, Kansas City.
Montana Lee Mantle, Butte.
Thomas H. Carter. Helena.
Nebraska William V. Allen, Madison.
John M. Thurston, Omaha.
Nevada William M. Stewart. Carson
City.
John P. Jones. Gold Hill.
New Hampshire.. William E. Chandler. Con-
Jacob H. Gallinger. Conc;rd.
North Dako
L-hard. Marshall.
Henry C. Hansbrough. Dev-
il's Lake.
Ohio John Sherman, Mansfield.
Joseph B. Foraker. Cin-
Oregon George W. McBride, St.
Helens.
Pennsylvania Matthew S. Quay, Beaver.
Boies Penrose, Philadelphia.
RJlode Island Nelson W. Aldrich, Provi-
dence.
George P. Wetmore, New-
South Carolina. .. Benjamin R. Tillman, Treu-
Josep'h H. Earle, Greenville.
South Dakota.... Richard F. Pettigrew. Sioux
Falls.
Tennessee Isham G. Harris, Memphis.
William B. Bate. Nashville.
Texas Roger Q. Mills, Corsicana.
Horace Chilton, Tyler.
Utah Frank J. Cannon, Ogden.
■Vermont Justin S. Morrill, Strafford.
Redfleia Proctor, Proctor.
r
Virginia JoliD W. Daniel, Lyncliburg.
Tliomas S. Martin. Scotts-
Wasliington John L. Wilson. Spokane.
West Virginia Charles J. Faulkner. Mar-
tinsburg.
Stephen B. Elkins. Elkins.
Wisconsin John L. Mitchell. Milwaukee.
John C. Spooner. Hudson.
Wyoming Francis E. Warren, Chey-
Claren'ce D. Clark, Bvan-
RBPRESENTATIVBS.
Alabama George W. Taylor, Dcmopolis
Jesse P. Stalling.s. Green-
ville.
Henry D. Clayton, Bufa\ila,
T. S, Plowman, Talladesa,
Willis Brewer. Ha.vncvill...
John H. Bankhead, VnylU:
Milford W. Howard. i''iirl
Payne.
Joseph Wheeler, Wheeler,
Oscar W. Underwood, Ilir-
Arkansas Philip D. McCulloch. Ma-
John S. Little, Greenwood.
Thomas C. McRae, Prescott.
William L. Terry, Little
Rock.
Hugh A. Dinsmore, Fayette-
Stephen Brundidge Jr.,
Searcy.
Oalifornia John A. Barham. Sonoma.
Marion De Vries, Stockton.
Samuel G. Hilborn. Oakland,
James G. Maguire, San
Francisco.
Eugene F. Loud, San Fran-
C. A. Barlow. San Mignel.
G. H. Castle, Merced.
Colorado John F. Shatroth, Denver.
John C. Bell. Montrose.
Connecticut E. Stevens Henry. Vernon.
Nemehiah D. Sperry, New
Haven.
Charles A. Russell, Killingly,
Bbenezer J, Hill, Norwalk.
Delaware .Levin Irving Handy, New-
Florida Stephen M. Sparkman.
Tampa.
Robert W. Davis, Palatka.
Georgia Rufus E. Lester. Savannah.
James M. Griggs. Dawson,
E. B, Lewis. Montezuma,
William C. Adamson, Car-
Leonidas F. Livingston.
Kings.
Charles L. Bartlett. Macon,
John W. Maddox, Rome.
William M. Howard, Lex-
Farish Carter Tate, Jasper,
William H. Fleming, Au-
gusta.
William G. Brantley, Bruns-
Idaho James Gunn, Boise City,
Illinois James R. Mann, Chicago.
William Lorimer, Chicago.
Hugh R. Belknap, Chicago,
Daniel W. Mills, Chicago,
George E. White, Chicago,
Edward D. Cooke. Chicago.
George E. P"oss, Chicago.
Albert J, Hopkins, Aurora.
Robert R. Hitt, Mount Mor-
Geor'go W. Prince, Gales-
Walter Reeves, Streator.
Joseph G. Ca.nnon, Danville.
Vespasian Warner, Clinton.
Joseph V. Graff, Pekin.
Benjamin F. Marsh, War-
William H. Hinrichsen.
Jacksonville.
James A. Connolly, Spring-
field.
Thomas M. Jett, Hillsboro.
Andrew J. Hunter, Paris.
James R. Campbell, Mc-
Leansboro.
Jehu Baker, Belleville.
George W. Smith, Murphys-
boro.
Indiana James A. Hemenway, Boon-
ville.
Robert W. Miers, Blooming-
William T. Zenor, Corydon,
William S. Holman, Aurora.
George W. Faris, Torre
Haute.
Henry U. Johnson, Rich-
Jesse Overstreet, Franklin.
Charles L. Henry, Anderson.
Charles B. Landis. Delphi.
E. D. Crumpacker, Valpa-
David
Mc-
Updegraff,
Robert G. Cousins, Tipton.
John F. Lacey, Oskaloosa.
John A, T.Hull, Des Moines.
William P. Hepburn, Cla-
rinda.
The F^lorists' Exchange.
203
George D Perk i
ford.
Samuel J. Fugh, Vanceburg.
Thomas Y. Fitzpatrick, Pres-
tonburg.
David G, Colson, Middles-
Robert Broussard, New
Henry W. Ogden, Benton.
S. T, Baird, Bastrop.
Samuel M, Robertson, Baton
, Thomas B. Reed, Portland,
Nelson Dingley Jr., Lewis-
Seth L. Milliken. Belfast.
Charles A. Boutelle. Bangor.
. Isaac A. Barber, Easton.
William B. Baker, Aberdeen.
William W. Mclntire, Bal-
Sidney E. Mudd. Laplata.
John McDonald, Rockville,
Massachusetts,.,, Ashley B. Wright. North
Adams.
Frederick H. Gillett, Spring-
field.
Joseph H. Walker, Worces-
George W. Weymouth, Fltch-
burg.
William S. Knox, Lawrence.
William H. Moody, Haver-
hill.
William E. Barrett. Mel-
Samuel W. McCall, Win-
chester.
John F. Fitzgerald. Boston.
Samuel J. Barrows, Boston.
Charles F. Sprague. Boston.
William C. Lovering, Taun-
John Simpkins. Yarmouth.
Michigan John B. Corliss. Detroit.
George Spalding. Monroe.
Albert M. Todd, Kalamazoo.
Edward L. Hamilton, Niles.
William Alden Smith. Grand
Rapids.
Samuel W. Smith, Pontiac.
Horace G. Snover, Port Aus-
Un.
Ferdinand D. Brucker, Sag-
Rosweil P. Bishop, Luding-
Rosseau O. Crump, Bay City.
William S. Mesick, Manee-
Carios' D. Shelden, Hongb-
Minnesota lames A. Tawney, Winona.
James T. McOleary. Mankato.
Joel P. Heatwole, Northfleld.
Frederick C. Stevens, St.
Paul.
Loren Fletcher, Minneapolis.
Page Morris. Duluth.
Frank M. Eddy, Glenwood.
Mississippi John M. Allen. Tupelo.
Will V. Sullivan, Oxford.
Thomas C. Catchings, Vicks-
A. F. Fox, West Point.
John S. Williams. YazooCity.
W. F. Love. Gloster.
Patrick Henry, Brandon.
Missouri Vacant. .
Robert N. Bodiue, Pans.
Alexander M. Dockery, Gal-
latin.
Charles F. Cochran, St. Jo-
William S. Cowherd, Kan-
sas City.
David A. DcArmond, Buf.er.
James A. Cooney, Marshall.
Richard P. Bland, Lebanon.
Champ Clark, Bowling
Itirliard Bartholdt, St.Louis.
riiarlcs F. Joy. St. Louis.
Charles E. Pearce. St.Louis.
Edward A. Robb, Perryville.
Willard D. Vandiver, Cape
Girardeau.
M. B. Benton, Neosho.
Montana Iharles S. Uartman, Hoze-
man.
Nebraska ..Jesse U. Strode, Lincoln.
David H. Mercer, Omaha.
North Carolii
North Dakota.
\ Ha L Greene. Kearney.
G Newlands, Reno.
u A bulloway, Man-
a k G Clarke, Peterboro.
He y C Loudenslager.
Paulsbo 0
ohn J Gardner, Atlantic
Cty
Be jam n F Howell, New
Brunsw ck
lahlo P ey, Morristown.
an F Stewart, Paterson,
11 d W Parker, Newark,
I M Fwan Jr,, Jersey
1 1 N Fowler, Eliza-
I ph M Belford, River-
De s M Hurley, Brooklyn.
Franc s H W Ison, Brooklyn,
Israel F F scl er, Brooklyn.
Charles G Bennett, Brook-
James R. Howe, Brooklyn.
John H. G. Vehslage, New
York city.
John Murray Mitchell, New
York city.
Thomas J. Bradley, New
York city.
Amos J. Cummings, New
York city.
William Sulzer, New York
city.
George B. McClelland, New
York city.
Richard C. Shannon, New
York city.
Lemuel E. Quigg, New York
city.
Philip B. Low, New York
city.
William L. Ward, Port Ches-
ter.
Benjamin B. Odell Jr.. New-
burg.
John Henry Ketcham, Dover
Plains.
Aaron V. S. Cochrane, Hud-
George N, Southwiek, Al-
David F. Wilber, Oneonta.
Lucius N. Littauer, Glovers-
Wallace T. Foote Jr., Port
George W. Ray. Norwich.
James J. Belden, Syracuse.
Sereno E. Payne, Auburn.
Charles W. Gillet, Addison.
James W. Wadsworth, Gen-
Henry C. Brewste
Warren B. Hooker, Fredonia,
, Harry Skinner, Greenville,
George H, White, Tarboro,
John B, Fowler, Clinton.
William F. Strowd, Pitts-
William W. Kitchin, Rocks-
Charles H. MarUn. Polkton.
A. C. Shuford, Hickory.
Romulus Z. Linney, Tay-
Richmond Pearson, Ashe-
Jacob H. Bromwell, Cin-
John L. Brenner, Dayton.
George A. Marshall, Sidney.
David Meekison, Napoleon.
Seth W. Brown. Lebanon.
Walter L. Weaver, Spring-
field.
Archibald L^brand, Dela-
Ohas. H. Grosvenor. Athens.
John J. Lentz. Columbus.
James A. Norton. Tiffin.
Winfield S. Kerr. Mansfield.
Henry C. Van Voorhis.
Zanesville.
Lorenzo Danford, St. Clairs-
John A. McDowell, Millers-
burg.
Robert W. Tayler, New Lls-
. Thomas H. Tongue, Hills-
Willlain R. Ellis, Heppner.
. Galusha A. Grow (at large).
Glenwood.
Samuel A. Davenport (at
large).
iiry H. Bingham, Phlli
adclphia.
Rhode Island,,.
South Carolina.
William McAleer, Philadel-
phia,
James R. Young, Philadel-
phia.
Alfred C. Harmer, Philadel-
phia.
Thomas S. Butler, West
Chester.
Irving P. Wanger, Norris-
Wm. S. Kirkpatrick, Easton.
Daniel Ermentrout, Reading,
Marriott Brosius, Lancaster.
William Connell. Scranton.
Morgan B.Williams, Wilkes-
Charles N. Brumm, Miners-
ville.
Marlin E. Olrastead. Harris-
James H. Codding. Towanda.
George J. Benner.Gettysburg.
Josiah D. Hicks, Altoona.
Edward E. Robbins. Greens-
John balzell. Pittsburg.
William A. Stone, Allegheny. "
Ernest F. Acheson, Wash-
John C. Sturtevant, Con-
Charles W. Stone. Warren.
William C. Arnold. Du Bois.
. Melville Bull, Middletown.
Adin B. Capron, Stillwater.
..William Elliott. Beaufort.
W. Jasper Talbert, Parks-
Asbury C. Latimer, Belton.
Stanyarne Wilson. Spartan-
J. Wll
Stokes, Orange-
,John E. Kelly (at large).
Flandreau.
Freeman Knowles (at large).
Deadwood.
.Walter P. Brownlow, Jones-
Henry' R. Gibson, Knoxville.
John A. Moon. Chattanooga.
Benlon McMillin. Carthage.
James D. Richardson, Mur-
John Wesley Gain
Nash-
Nicholas N. Cox, Franklin.
Thetus W. Sims. Linden.
Rice A. Pierce, Union City.
E, W, Carmack. Memphis.
R. C. De Graffenreid, Long-
John W. Cransford, Sulphur
Joseph W. Bailey. Gaines-
R. E. Burke. Dallas.
Robert L. Henry. Waco.
Samuel W. T. Lanham,
Weatherford.
Joseph D. Sayers. Bastrop.
R. B. Hawley. Galveston.
Rudolph Kleberg. Cuero.
James L. Slayden, San An-
John H. Stephens, Vernon.
. William H. King, Prove.
. H. Henry Powers, Morris-
ville.
William W. Grout, Barton.
..William A. Jones, Warsaw.
William A. Young. Norfolk.
John Lamb. Richmond.
Sydney P. Epes. Blackstone.
Jan
ville
J. Otey.
Hay. Madison C. H.
F. Rixey, Brandy.
A. Walker, Wythe-
Jacob Yost. Staunton,
lington James Hamilton Lewis (at
large), Seattle.
William C. Jones (at large),
Spokane.
Virginia.... Blackburn B. Dovener,
Wheeling.
Alston G. Dayton, Philippl.
Charles P. Dorr, Addison.
Warren Miller. Jackson.
onsln Henry A. Cooper, Racine.
Edward Saucrhering, Mays-
ville.
Joseph W. Babcock, Nece-
dah.
Theobold Otjen, Milwaukee.
Samuel S. Barney, West
Bend.
James H. Davidson. Oshkosh.
.Michael Griflln, Eau Claire.
Edward S. Minor. Sturgeon
Hav.
vart. Wausau.
TUFF STUFF ON GREEN FLY
IS TOBAC-OIL.
204
The FiLORiSTS* Exchange.
Grand Rapids, Mich
The last meeting of the club was devoted
to violets, as advertised, and the sweet
flowers reigned supreme, from royal blue
to white. The gathering, as a whole, was
entirely satisfactory and instructive. Such
meetings bring the members closer to-
gether, and we have better attendances.
The following varieties were on exhibition:
Marie Louise, Lady Hume Campbell. Swan-
ley White, Neapolitan and California.
Henry Smith read an able paper on the
violet from the runner to the picking sea-
son, which was freely discussed.
The writer had the pleasure of visiting
Mr. Smith's violet houses. He grows noth-
ing but Marie Louise, and they are a grand
sight. He is cutting about three thousand
a week from, three houses, each sixty feet
long. He advocates solid benches, takes
the saeh off in June and plants his violets
in the benches, putting the sash back when
the weather gets cool in the fall.
The Grand Rapids Floral Company and
Crabb & Hunter exhibited Lady Hume
Campbell, very large flowers.
Harry Stover, of Muskegon, Mich, died
very suddenly, Feb. 18, of paralysis. Ho
was 65 years old, and had been in the florist
business at Muskegon about four years.
He started in the florist trade with E. Y.
Teas in Richmond, Ind., about 1874, mov-
ing to Grand Rapids in 1883. Ten years
later he went to Muskegon. Deceased
leaves a widow and six children.
Weneil Cuikerski and F. A. Chapman
have had a severe attack of grip, but at
present are out of danger.
I'Yade has been very good the past two
weeks. Downtown stores report they can-
not get sufBcient flowers to supply the de-
mand. Carnations have been coming in in
very fine condition. Roses have been off
crop, but are looking fine and will soon be
plentiful.
March 2 the club goes to Grand Haven,
and will discuss roses. The members will
be the guests of George Hancock & Son.
the veteran carnation growers of Michigan.
N. B. STOVER, Sec.
Montreal.
Your correspondent here has had a long
spell ot sickness, which will account for
the dearth of news for some time past
from the metropolis of the Dominion.
Members of the craft here are very much
alive and were kept busy during the sum-
mer rebuilding and adding to existing
plants and stocks generally.
Joseph Bennett looks in capital health
and has completed a block of houses at La-
chine, but, as with all others, both small
and great, thinks he has not enough and
will extend this coming spring.
A. Martin has purchased a new property
and will erect a range of houses thereon,
vacating his present location.
Walt Wllshire is cutting some good
stock. He is to be congratulated upon the
fact ot winning his suit against the Water
Company, but the damages assessed, even
if paid, will hardly compensate for the
loss in stock and time involved.
Wilshire Brothers are bringing in some
fine bulbous stock. ■
S. S. Bain and Colin Campbell are hav-
ing a goodly share of decorative orders. The
former gentleman reports an exceedingly
brisk run on funeral work ot late.
Miss Murray continues to preside over
the busy store of J. S. Murray, who takes
great pride in raising old-fashioned stock.
Hia garden in summer is a picture.
R. Girdwood says that while kingships
are being so freely claimed just now, he
feels entitled to be called the Violet King
of Canada. Certainly he is raising magnif-
icent violets, both double and single.
B. T. Greaves reports heavy sales of
primulas and cinerarias, ot which he raises
large numbers, and does them well.
P. McKenna & Son have a corner on
shamrock, the true variety of course, and
do a heavy business annually on St. Pat-
rick's Dey. They have had good success
with a trial bench ot M. Louise violets
on the shady side of a carnation house.
They raise some of the finest carnations
grown in this city. While business has
been fairly good this season, undoubtedly
there is a sympathetic feeling with the
United States, and just so soon as business
recovers across the border the boys in this
live and pretty place will feel the benefit of
the improvement. W. M.
St. Albans, Vt.
Henry Bryant finds he can buy roses
cheaper than he can raise them, so will
throw out his stock and increase the area
of carnations. He has considerable ship-
ping business. W. M.
CYCAS REVOLUTA.... |
The trup lonsr leaf vnriety. Just flrnvcd. Ste
wards, S^o.oo per loo lbs.; trrcHt
Prices on all bulbous aiii 6-8 2-3
t of other varieties a
W. J. HESSER, r..';d;;;:,. Plattsmouth, Neb.
WHEN wnrriNO mention the florists- exchange
NEPHROLEPIS EXALTATA
....BOSTONIENSIS....
THE BOSTON DROOPING FERN.
KlPBanl Specimen Plants in G, 7 and 8 Inch nets, at
H2, »18. $24, »30 and »36 per doz. Plants that will
' Smafl plants at (i'o. *60. |80 and »ICO oerlOOO. U. »7
tlO and $15 per ICO Re,.dy n„w. or orders bn„ked for
JunetuAusust deliver?. 50 at 100; 250 at 1000 rale.
HEATH PLANTS.
lOOOpl.intsin flower and bud. In t and 5 Inch pots,
at $2 and J! per doz. Now riadr. Very fine plante.
ROOTED CUTTINGS, DAYBREAK CARNATIONS.
♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦
\ JULIUS ROEHRS, I
♦ ♦
Palms
Headquarters for
and
{Decorative Plants,!
RUTHERFORD, N. J.
p. O. Address, - Carlton Hill, N. J.
Decorative Plants
ARAUCARIAS
PALMS
PANDANUS VEITCHII
JOHN SCOTT,
Keap street Greenhouses, - BROOKLYN,
Telephone CaU 1207 Willlamsburgh.
WHEN WRITINO MENTION THE
LARGEST STOCK OF
Peach Trees
Im tlie State of Dela-ware.
For the sprins trade one year from biKl.
tSan Jose Scale anil Yellows liaye never
R. S. JOHNSTON, Box 50, Stockley, Del.
..PRIVET..
100,000 Privet, lt,jCt8.up.
20,000 AMPELOPSIS VEITCHII.
HVELIzTBETrNURSERYCO.''-"\^.Y^"'
IF YOU IMPORT ANY
FLORIST OR NURSERY STOCK,
LOUIS VAN KOERT, General Agent,
295 Dorchester street. - So. Boston, Mats.
WHEN WRIXINQ MENTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHANGE
STRAWBERRY PLANTS ™f7tl
No. I plants, cheap. Golden Queen Raspbc
berry-Blackberry and other small fruits, best
quality, at low prices. For price list addrtss
CHAS. BLACK, Hightstown. N.J.
F.&F.Nurseriesgsa
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA.
DEPARTHENT OF AGRICULTURE.
Floradale, Pa.. Oct. 17. 1896.
To WnoRi IT Mat Concern:— This Is to certify that I
I7th day of October, 1896, inspected t
• ' sdorf, grown at Flc " '
nnsylvanla,and four
SaQ Jose Scale, Ro!
sea" thai mipuc oe trans
le nursery to the orchar*]
GROFF, Special Agent.
(Signed)
50,000 PEACH We'Lf prices!
C. L. LONGSDORF, Floradale, Pa.
HARDY CUT FERNS
$ I ,00 per I OOO. DiscountonlarKe orders.
L. B. BRAGUE, Hinsdale, Mass.
■■HEN WRmNO MENTION THE FLORISTS' CXCHUNOt
GALAX mo
LEUGOTHOE
Write the INTRODUCER of
of these two most beautiful
new Decorative Greens for
samples and information.
HIGHLANDS NURSERY,
Kawana, N. C.
THe F=lLORISTS'
■XCHHNGl
20R
JE> .A. 3V ^ X ES ^.
THIi: JljMNINCS STRAIN of
1-luest American Gro-wu Pausles.
Imm I! Ill Irames, 75ct8 per UIO
b.Vi
$1.(X) per plst. of
■iEEDolHhlUK 81
seeds ; $6.10 per fz.
L B. JEt]NU;GS,''°2^" Southport, Gonn
SROWER CF TME FINEST PINSIES.
Pansies Worth Raising
1(100, f.".l>. express heie. Now l9 the lime ui
buy if QfTlCK RETURNS lire wanted.
Ca»h ,virli Older.
0. Soltau S Co. 'T, ';.','"" Jersey City. H. J.
STRONG PLANTS OF LILIUMHARRISII
*;0 00 per 1(10.
t.rr, per 1(0. »il.iO.'er lOuO.
Geo. H Benedict, Yorkville, N. Y.
■WMCH WRrriHO WEMTION THE F1.0RI3TS' exCM>HG«
lillOpe'r'icOir'" "^ '" '"'- ■"- V^ .)jmai.,
.Uiiie. Solleroi Geraiiiiiiiii), fruui Hats. »! 35
uerlOO, by .u»il; fio.wp per MOO.
PiicliKlnH, lendiiiKSnrls.tl ;0 per 100, by mail.
Foverfew. l.u tie Gen), »1 50 per ICO. by niah.
I.'ei'aiiiiim>, I.ii Fnvorite „nly. f I.COper 100.
C^A. HARRIS & CO., Delanson, N. Y.
NYMPHC4 ODORATA GIGANTEA,
,iilc perdiiz.: $-iM per 100.
Giant Double and Dwf . Double Sweet ilyssum
LAMTAHA. Owurf, VellowOraose.
D«ARF BLUE AGERATUM, Um,A
Also ChrysantUemuiiis, Roses, and other
plants. Price li^t mi application, cash witb order
fl. VINCENT, Jr.. & SON, White Marsh, Ml
ilternantheras. Begonias and Geraniums.
. R. Nnna. p. Maj'
. ..«.coli.r 7.C. a 100. bv njHi- "■
Beg.
. 'oOc."a* doz";""paiii "Bn
-. . -.0; Mrs Parker, tfflc. a
ilme Sailer..!. lOo a doz; »3.00alCO.
s.coL.r 7.C. a 100. by n.Hil ; »(.00 a 1000.
. lOc.'a duz
!:5li"a'lo"'r»l'8.00 a lUOO ;
Tliese are all' extra fine' grown plants, and
Heliotropes, Florence Nintitinirale. Snow Wreath,
40c a doz. Will pack Uphr. Cash with order.
NoC.O.D. A.J. BALDWIN, Newark, Ohio.
Geraniums, double Grant and others, 2^
in., ta.U.iperlOO.
marie I.oulse -Violets, fine healthy
plants, $2.00 per 100.
Calaclluin Bulbs, 6 to 7 in., ready for 4 in.
prta, $i.00 per 100.
Geraniums, Coleus, Daybreak and
Scott Carnation Cuttings, all
$1.00 per 100, free by mail.
EVERITT & INSALL, Hackettstown, N. J.
VERBENA KING
inn nnn Rooted verbena Cuttings, the
JUU.UUU ^,j,.gj varieties in cultivati.i.i, true
to name, HO cts. per 100; $5.60 per 1000;
5000 tor $2.5.0) ; 10,000 f )r $45.00, expree3 prepaid.
No Rust or Mildew, Salisfaotion Kuuran-
teed In every wav. We are THE LARGEST
VERBENA GROWERS IN THE WORLD.
C. HUMF£LD, Clay Cenfer, Kansas.
SEND Full LIST.
GERANIUMS, clioicenainet^l, $ 1 .50 $ I 2.50
VERBENAS, " .75 6.00
COLEUS, :ii) varieties, - .60 5.00
HELIOTROPE, 3 ■' - - 1.00 8.00
AGERATUM, l>warl,wliiteai,dl,lue75 6.00
CHRYSANTHEMUMS, 20 finest
Ftamlaid varieties, - ■ 1.50 12.50
TEltMS: Casli with order.
CHAS. E. SMITH,
Cor, Jeffereou and .lackson Ayes., YORK, PA.
ROOTED CUTTINGS
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
m.um
BKFKNDER. Bright D.irli Crimson, reflexed, does not sliow under si.1e of
l,jtalo. aj^ ft. size, 9 inches stout stem, gooJ foliage up to the bloom, easy to
. Best Crimson to date, N C. S. Certificate. 50c. each ; $5.00 per doz.;
*35.00 per 100,
GHO. S. KALB. Early White, Oct. 2d. Slightly reflexed, 3 ft. Bize, 6to7inches
stout stem, good foliage to the bloom. We have grown this 3 years and find
it b.'st all around Early Wliite we have seen, N, C. S. Certificate. A money
maker for ynu. 3.5c. each ; |3.50 per doz. ; $25.00 per 100. Distribution .March 1.
CASH OR SATISFACTORY REFERENCE.
FiSlldr & EKaS, Tollflate,BelairAve., BaKlOni, PIlI.
AGKR.tXtlM, hlne
ACHYBANTHESi
BEUONIA, iroo.lai
varieiiee, SJ^i
1.1, 2!^ in. pots
Charles Henderson
" Flo. ence Vanghan
" Mine. Crozy
Queen Clmrlolte
Prices ol newer varieties on applicati
CHRYSANTHEMUM FRUTESCENS HALLERII AUREA,
2Klu. p.its
COLKUS, 10 leadiiiK varieties, 2!4 in. pots
Hooted Cuttinfjs, extra stroner,
$7.50 per 1000. $6.00 per 1000
;t.;s. Hardy EoKllsh trom'oold "t'raraes
ET-MK-NOT, fine plants from cold fi
Golden Bedde
r yellow Paris Daisy,
' Verse liaffeiti'i',' our
KCHKVEKIA
^lUHMAo, irrand aasortrae:
10,000 GEK.iNinMS, Brtii
$25 -
La Favc
5000 GERANIUMS, best new and old
1000 •• IVY, good mi.\tii
HELIOTROPE, 4 in. pots, very strong.
500 MUSA EN>ETE, fine plants from
PRIMULA OUCONICA, Sin. pots, fine
SWAIN80NA galegifolia alba,2!^in. [
e, Celestial and Gen.
etiVs,' '$30.00 per 1666'. '. '.
ROOTED CUTTINGS. LetuBp,ieey<
Trade List Free on Application.
CASH with order from unlinown customers or C. O. D.
Orders amounting to $5.00 and ovei
SEAWANHAKA GREENHOUSES, Oyster Bay, Queens Co., N. Y.
.JAS. O. CLARK. Snpt. P. O. BOX 34 WM. L. SWAN. Proprietor.
SS.VERBENAS
LARGEST
and
FLOWERS
BEST lUAMMOTH, rooted cuttings...
OUDER 9IAMIMOTH, rooted cuttings
BEST MAMMOTH, strong pot plants.
OL,DER MAMMOTH, strong pot plai
CIRNITIONS.
HEALTHY
VIGOROUS
STOCK
STRONG
HEALTHY
ROOTED
CUTTINGS
Per 100. 1000.
Jubilee $6 00 $50 00
Armazindy, Ivory, Delia Pox, Ti i-
Buttercup, M. H. Stanley 3 50 30 00
Bridesmaid, Meteor, Storm King,
Eldorado, Albertini, Alaska, Day-
tireak, Puritan 2 00 15 (d
Dean Hole, Routon d'Or 2 .W
Thos. Cartled.^'e, E. A. Wood 2 00
Lizzie McGowan, Portia, Wm. Scolt. 1 60 12 60
STRONG ROOTED CUTTINGS.
rer 100. WOO.
, blue and «h
ROSES
Polyantha, strong plants, 7
Hybrid Perpetual, strong p]
Hardy Climbers, strong pli
I Jacqueminot, Ulrich
.S4.00
s 6.00
;. 6.00
Charta, Paul Neyron, }
CIIRmilIII[MUMS
ROOTED CUTTINGS. POTTED PLANTS.
Ada Spaulding, Mmo. Fred, Bergmann, Helen
Uloodgood, Elinor D. Smith, Harry Man, Oak-
land. Olympus, M. M. Johnson. Jennie Falkner,
.M. Richard Dean, Gladys Spaulding, Mrs.
Henry H nson. Nemesis, Pink Ivory, Mrs.
McK. Twoiubly, NiveuB, Potter Palmer,
8. J. E. Lager, J. H.Troy,
Harry Ma
100; $17.50 per 1000.
36.00 "
cDallledouze,Ivory,
irdii, Minnie Wana-
Mrs. J.O. Whilldln,
MsTOOU BROS., Fislnkill, IT.Y.
SWENTIUNTHCFLORiaT'S
GREEN AS CRASS
IQanolli VertieDa!!
FRANK S. PAYNE, Barnard Crossing, N.Y.
and rioweriiiff Beffo
ut», »l.U0aud*15Uperdo'.
anlums. 40 leadit
$2.00 per 100.
Puchainn. 0 best varieties: Heliotrope, 3 var-
ieties; Fiowerins BeirnnlnB, lu varieties.
Also Cuphea, Daisy, Feverfew. Salvia,
^Lots of other FLORISTS' STOCK at
accordingly low prices.
I^-OASH with order. ASK for particulars.
GREENE COUNTY FLORAL NURSERY,
Wblte Hall, III.
QERAMjUMS
UP-TO-DATE
,, VARIETIES..
labelled.
lOOt SfJ.OO per 1000.
lew. Immense double fringed
Dwarf AKeratum, Heliotropes, plants $1.00
H"err'8' Select Verbena, Pansy, Giant Fet-
unln, transplanted seedliiiB8 65c. per 100.
Write for Cash Discounts and prices on other
D. K. HERR, Rider Avenue. Lancaster, Pa.
ROOTED CUTTINGS, ca.i. price..
plants. Perfectly healthy 'stock.
Verbenas, Mammoth.-»1.00 per 100. by mall; »6 CO
p«r 1000, by express. Mammoth seedlings. 75c. per
Carnations, Scott and McGowan.— tl.QO per 100,
by mail; tS.OO p.-r lOOO. by eipres.s
Violets, Lady H. CampbelL-Stronu. well-rooted
runners, by mai'. 75c. per 100; U 00 per 1000. Bullish
Ivy. strouE. »1.00 per ICO.
Cliry,iln. pots,
$6.0U per 100.
GERANIUMS.
Silver Cloud, McMabon, Happy Tlioug;]lt,
■mUt. pots, $4.l'
La Favorite, the
per
. pots.
LINCOLN I. NEFF, FLORIST,
aoiO Butler St., PITTSBURG, PA.
IMHEN WRmNQ MENTION THE nORISTB EXCHANQt
206
I J. K. ALI.EN,
j Wholesale Commission Dealer m
ICUT FI.OWERS,
The Plorists' Exchmnge.
57 W. ZStli St., New Tork,
FITZGERALD & HAMMOND,
(Late with Thko. Hoehrs),
Wholesale Commission Dealers In
Cut Flowers,
115 West 30th Street,
ConaisnmentsSolioiled. NEW YORK.
FORD
BROS. 1
WHOLESALE
FLORISTS,
HI West 30th Street, |||||
NEW
YORK.
CoMignmonts So'-iciled.
Telephone 260 33th St
WM. H. CUNTHER,
Wholesale Florist
VIOLETS AND CARNATIONS A SPECIALTY.
ConsiKnments Solicltea.
30 West 29th St., New York.
Teiephone. 2.«0-38th Street.
MICHAEL A. HART,
Wholesale & Commission Florist,
118 W. 80th St., New York.
V TeleptiODe Call, 1807 38th St.
AU klndi of Rosea. Yiolets and Carnatloiu
H. A. HOFFMANN,
Wholesale Florist
54 W. 28th St., NEW YORK. 1,1
Telephone Call, 1847 ISth St. |
American Beauties, Carnations, White Violets,
Specialties. CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED.
EDWARD C. HORAN,
WHOLESALE • FLORIST,
No. 34 W. 29ihSt.. New York.
JULIUS LANG,
Wholesale Florist
53 WEST 30tl» ST.
CoDsignmenta Solicited. NEW YORK.
FRANK niLLANQ,
Wliolesale Commission Dealer
....in Gut Flowers....
408 ess« 34«h St., New York City.
Telephone Call. 1064-3Sth.
wnolGsalG Dealer in Got Flowers.
We are Headquarters for FINEST CARNATIONS and ROSES,
VIOLETS, VALLEY, ROMANS, SMILAX, ADIANTUM.
19-21 RANDOLPH ST., CHICAGO.
...OKDRRS.,
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Growers and Wholesale Dealers in CUT FLOWERS.
We grow the finest of American Beauties ami other Roses. Also choice
selected Valley all the year rounii. Carnations, Smilaz, Adiantum, etc.,
fresh cut. L,oiig: Distance Telephone, main 223.
88, 90, 92 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO
. Beanty, fancy a
No.
• ' CullB and ordinary .
Bennett, Oasln
Bride
Bridesmaid
Jacqueminot
K. A. Victoria
ordinary.
Mrs. P. Morgan ...
NiphetoB Host«...
Papa Oon tier.
Perle
8ouv.de Wootton..
iTIrich Brunner ..
WattevlllP
&DIAJ4TUM8
f All colors, inferior grade?
m ( White,
* Standabd J Pink.,
2 Vabietiks
[ Yel. & Varie
( White
1 Pink..
O ard varietieB.) ( Tel.J
i, n0vkltik8
Jattlktas .
OYPBipfiaaruMS
LiLiEH, Longlflomm
Lilt of thk Vallbt
MiGUONF.TT*' .
Narcibsus, Von Sion . .
Golden Spu
Roman Hyacinths
Smilax
15.00 to 25.00 20.00
.50 to
.00 to
.00 to
.76 to
).00 to \
t 00 »o
For Prices of Fancy and Special St<
Prices are for quantities of one
Pric©8 quoted above are given only after ve:
pnarantee their accuracy, they will be found praotii
correspondence Colamna.
388 otherwise noted,
careful inquiry, and while we do
y correct up to the date mentioned.
Wliolesale Growers of Cut Flowers.
■ . . ■ . 500,000 Feet of Glass.
We can fill all orders on short notice with all leading varieties of ROSES and
CARNATIONS. We are headquarters for fine AMERICAN BEAUTIES.
Give us a trial and convince yourself.
SALESROOM 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO, III.
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SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, "^^Hfi^^
S.. MIGNONETTE i'0S MYOSOTIS S-
We are still headquarters for finest and best varieties of CARPiAXIONS.
1612-16 14 Barker St. Bet. chestnut & Market sts. Philadelphia, Pa.
Gut ' Flower • Commission • Dealert
THE NEW YORK CUT FLOWER CO.
I f 9-1 21 West 23d Street,
I 12-1 14 West 24th Street,
733, ISti St., NEW YORK.
PURDY & BLAUVELT,
Wholesale and Commission Dealers in
CUT FLOWERS
MAiDEHEAiE tzss rs:K:3 A 3?e:ult?.
57 WEST 30th STREET,
Bot. Broadway & 6th Ave. N^
A. & F. ROLKER,
WHOLESALE DEALERS IN
CUT FLOWERS
53 "West 28tU St.
Telephone 2379 38tli St. NEW YORK.
iA£.F5. SHERIDKN
Wholesale OommUloii Dealer In *
CUT FLOWERS
39 Weat 28th St., New York.
Telephone, 21«-38tli St.
PRICE LIST SENT ON APPLICATION.
raim H. Traxhdlt. Obablks E
TRAENDLY & SCITENGK,
Wholesale Florists,
38 W. 28th St. and CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE.
NEW YORK.
JOHN YOUNG,
Wholesale Flor'igt,
51 WEST 28th ST.,
NEW YORK.
WM. J. BAKER.
Wholesale Florist
1432 So. Penn Square,
Philadelphia. Pa.
DUMONT
& CO.,
WHOLESALE FLORISTS 1
CARNATIONS A
SPECIALTY.
No. 130.5 Filbert St
, Philadolplifa. i
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The Pylori sts' Exchkngi
207
WHOLESALE FLORISTS
EBIDESUAUS
._ OAEHATIOSB.
84 HAWLEY STREET, BOSTON, MASS.
CEORCE MULLEN,
Wholesile and CommiMlon Dealer In
CJ-uLt r'lo-^p^T-ors.
Best Btnck and loweat prices. Orders by
Brapb promptly attended to.
GEORGE MULLEN. 18 Chapman Place, Boston.
I GEO. A. SUTHERLAND,
' SUCCESSOR to WM. J, STEWART,
CUT FLOWERS udFLOmnUFFLIES
WHOLESALE.
67 Bromfield St., Boston, Mass.
TOBACCO STEMS
75 Cts. per 100 lbs.
Bales welph about 150 lbs.
EST AND STHO\GEST MUST BE FRESH,
,D DRIED rp STUFF. Yon can fel Iht I.Ml ol
Stootboff. 316 Madison Ave.. N. Y,
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fUT SMILAX
^^ 10 cts. per String.
THE N&TIONtL PL&NT CO.,
DAYTON, O.
E. G. HILL & CO
Wholesale Florists
RICHMOND, INDIANA
C. W. WORS,
Wholesale Florist,
313 N. LEFFINSWELL AVENUE,
ST. LOUIS, MO.
PINE ROSES— Snipped carefully to all
parts of the country.
HElDOUlllTEliS
In Western
ew York.
TRY US
ROSES, CARNATIONS,
AND VIOLETS . . .
WM. F. KASTING «"<""''«
495 Washington Street, Commission
ROGERS PARK FLORAL CO.,
WesaleCpsrsoHiiirkrs
OFFICE AND SALESROOM.
41 WABASH AVE., CHICAGO.
Headquarters for AMBRICAN BBADTIE8.
CLARK BROTHERS,
Minafictiitm md Printer! cf
PAPER SEED BAGS
Of evsry Do3::lpti:ii ezsepl Llthoeraph Bags,
61 ANN STREET, NEW YORK.
MEYER GREEN SILKALINE,
Bsed tor Sttlnelng SMILAX and ASPAEAanS.
of '
Chicago.
The supply of roses in this market for
the past week was still far from sufficient
to flU all orders. The consequence was that
prime .\1 long stem Bride and Bridesmaid
went at $7 to $8, but there were few of
these, the general price being ?4 to $6.
The best sellers were Bride, Bridesmaid and
Meteor. In spite of this condition many
growers complain that they rarely average
the lowest figure for all sent in, while some
a.ssert the average did not go beyond $3.
This winter, taken as a whole, has been
exceedingly unsatisfactory to consignors,
and, as a result, lots oI grumbling has been
indulged In. Where the blame lies is not
easy of explanation. One thing is sure —
let the stock be ever so scarce, fancy prices
could not be obtained. The light cuts, ow-
ing to a very mild winter, which always
means cloudy weather, seem to be a
possible reason, coupled with a dispo-
sition on the part of the best buyers to
spend much less money than usual in dec-
orations for receptions, parties, etc. But
tor the funeral demand matters would be
much worse.
Howe
there
signs of plenty of
grades.
Viole
best sel
nations also get cleared out fairly;
is rather light and is selling at from
th concessions for inferior
becoming abundant. The
to $1. but poor stock goes as
low as 30c. to 60c. Some are offered on the
streets at 5c. per bunch, but nobody seems
to know, or admit, where they come from.
Lilies are plentiful, selling at $6 to $8.
There is a feeling that much of the stock
designed for Easter will be in before that
'ime.
Other bulbous stock is plentiful enough
for the demand, except Romans, which are
now getting scarce and poor. Daffodils are
abundant and sluggish at $1 to $2. The
best long-stemmed tulips bring $3 to $4,
with shorts at half these figures. Dutch
hvacinths are Increasing in quantity; the
light colors are fair sellers at $3 to $5.
Maidenhair fern is scarce, going at 75c.
to tl.
Eastern Visitors.
A flying squadron from the carnation
meeting at Cincinnati, consisting of John
N May, Ernst Asmus, Frank McMahon,
E Dailledouze and H. Rath, after visiting
E G. Hill & Co.'s place at Richmond, Ind.,
Fred Dorner & Sons Co., at Lafayette, Ind.,
landed here Saturday morning. They were
taken in tow by Mr. Washburn and vis-
ited Hinsdale, where the establishments of
Baiisett & Washburn and Pain Bros,
inspected.
They afterward visited Klehm's nursery
at Arlington Heights. Reinberg Bros., Rose
Hill, and E. Buettner's. They left Chi-
cago Sunday on their way to John Brelt-
meyer's at Detroit.
Tlie
>f Car
Society.
The Carnation Society ha,5
seeing it is to come to this city
selecting as its president W. N. Rudd. He
has shown himself, as manager of the Chi-
cago Horticultural Society's exhibitions, as
a bright man in this kind of work. He is
a noted grower of carnations for this mar-
ket. Chicago used to do well in looking
after florist gatherings, and now is a good
time to begin to create an enthusiasm, eo
as to be ready next February. It will take
work and willing hands among the frater-
nity generally— that is all.
Uepartment Store Fight.
Just now a lively flght Is on in this city
against the department stores, and a bill
of a severe nature Is pending in the Legis-
lature to regulate them. So far the florists
and others of the trade have not shonn
their hands as a body, but may do so later
The seed trade in this city is very serious-
ly injured by these stores, and there h,i.-
at times been a good deal of grumbliiii;
among the florists also. These huge afl'airs
seem to grow, while the smaller business
houses suffer from them.
EDGAR SANDERS
JOHN OONLEY & SON,
tiAinrwAOitiiLsaa or
TIN FOIL,
2 and 4 Dominlck Street,
NEW YORK.
HAVE YOUR COLLECTIONS MADE
THBUnClH THE
NATIONAL FLORISTS' BO&RD OF TRADE,
271 BROADWAY, NEW YORK.
eVERV KLOmSX OITOHX TO
IISSVRE HIS GI^ASS AGAIH8T
HAIL.
For partlonlars address
JOHN G. E8I,ER,8eo'r. Saddle River. M.J.
CHOCOLATE COOLER CO.,
GRAND RAPIDS, MIOH.
FLORIST'S REFIIIGEIUTOiiS.
M. RICE & CO.,
Importers and Manufacturers of
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
BUY
Boston Letters.
Best and ClieapesI In tlie Marliet.
IH and 2 inch $2.00 per lOO.
Best Script I,etter In the World, 04 a 100,
See cut of wooden letter box we give away,
in next week's Exchange.
BOSTON FLORIST LETTER CO,
84. Hawlsy Street, BOSTON, MASS,
USE . .
W, C, KRICK'S
HSPIieHlillS PLUPIOSUS IflPS,
"V^, H. ELLIOTT,
Cut StrlnRS, 8 to 10 feet long
Shipped to any part of the
Bi?±gla.-fcoi3., Is/Lass
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3 will flt from 8 I
12 In. pots, per d
60c. PoBtsne lOe.
doi. San
postpaid.
W. C. KRICK, 1287 Broadway,Brooklyn,N.Y.
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208
THB f=L-ORlSTS' EXCHKWGE.
SITUATIONS WANTED.
Hate, IV ccuiB per line (8 words),
•ertlon. Cash with order. Tbts i
wanted advertls
■olid, without display. V
gITOATION
Best of referen
Road^ N. E..
, YounKmarriedQe
CITUATION wanted aefc
^ tabliehmenl, by an up t
of florist stock; a^e 40, n
ences. Arthur B. Wheeler,
Box 868, Wilkes Barre. Pa.
PERMANENT poslti^
■^ flower Ktower and
full charge. Age 29^married^ strict^
Permaneut.
flower Ktower and deBigoer; capable of taking
le. Age 29, married, strlctl> sober, reliable
good references. State wages. Address
3 Florists' Exchange.
G^
irclal place, successful gi
orchids'and other flowering and decorative [
leiceptlonal references. Aadress S. E. J.,
GARDENER!
place, has 19 years' experience in all branches,
(food rose, carnation, palm, and fern grower ;
good maker-up. 34 years old, married, I j ears
in this country . Address Charlie N. Eokbardt,
339 VV. 44tb St.. New York City.
Situation Requireci.
Head Gardener. Large private place,
putjlic institution. English, widower,
thorough horticulturist, fruits, flowers, vi
tables and rustic work, 414 yea:
Address, full particulars, wages, etc.
G. M. STRATTON,
15 Aldine St., - San Franci
SITUATION WANTED
euce from Germauy and thia Count
Address, Gardener, V. I.,
HELP WANTED.
florist. Perkins Street, Roslii
Morristown, N.'j.
WANTPn ^y March Ist. working fore
YVMIl I tU man, single man preferred
must be honest, temperate, not afraid to work
A good grower of roses, carnations, smilax
^murns; a good plant propagator and grower.
State experience, etc., lowest wages per month
boih with and without board, W. H.tepangler
Experienced Man as Workinsr F
of general stock; roses, 'miima. carnation
ferns, cyclamena etc., also make uo deaicn
essary. None but a wIIHe
apply. Also want a guod
le second man. e
ie works. State
-eferences. Add
Room 20, Music Hall
GREENHOUSES and LAND.
FOR SALE AT A BARGAIN.
Six greenhouses. U.OOOfeet of glass, flrst^claae re-
pair, well stocked with everything found in a flret-
class house, all in good healthy condition. Twin
water throughout, three acres of ground, telephone
In office, packing room, sheds, eight room residence
and stables, all mside city limits, of a city ot 30.01jU.
140.100; nood
offer. Addrees
IOWA, care The Florists' Exchange.
1 railroads, 16 minutes' ride from clt
.de in both cities, and Burroundinif
isona for selling. Anyt
inot afl'ord to overlook
FOR SAI.E OR RENT.
Thirty acres of the finest market gar-
den laud in Orange County. Expressly
adapted to the raising of celery and
onions. Terms easy. Address
MARKET GARDEN.
P. O. Box -i-ZS, Newbargh, N. Y.
GREENHOUSE TO LET.
STOCK FOR SALE.
On account of other business I will lease my
greenliouses, land, and buBiness, located
Van Sickle Station, Couey Island. N. Y., (ine
only greenhouses on Coney Island ). Four green-
houses, each 8Uxl8 feet. Stock consists of mis-
cellaneous plants for bedding and cut flowers.
August Lindeman, Van Sickl
Island, N. Y.
SECOND HAND MATERIAL.
FOR SALE CHEAP.
Extra good second-hand 3 and 4 inch pipe
for hot water heating.
VV. H. SALTER, Rocbealer. N. Y.
WANTED.
A competent persoQ with small capital to
start hothouse busineES in couDtry town, 20
miles from city. An excellent chance for
permanent business to a steady, practical
party. Apply by letter only, to
8. W. A., Florists* Exchange.
GREENHOUSES and LAND.
Tfl I CT ^'ithin 30 minutes of New York, two well-
lU LLI stocked carnation bouses, covering about 1000
feet, and . a low house for other growtba. The plant is
capable of indetinite extension, and baa plenty of eroiind
3 EQ^TTAm
TO EEASE.
of years
r going abroad for a
John Henderson Co.
. _ jle party their property
at Flushing, L. I., consisting of 63,500 square
feet of glass, seven acres of land, three dwelling
bouses, stables, horse, wagon, &c., for a term of
years. For all particulars apply to
JOHN HENDERSON CO., Flushing, N. Y.
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Providence.
The .Market.
Trade the past week was generally
fair, mostly on funeral work. There were
a few social events, so that taken as a
whole the week was a satisfactory one.
Carnations have always sold well here.
During the past two or three winters,
however, violets have been increasing in
favor and this season large quantities have
been sold. The prices have remained good.
The dark double varieties take the lead,
the singles moving only when the others
Bulbous flowers arrived in immense
quantities during the past three weeks and
found fairly good demand both as potted
or cut stock. All but tulips, and these
were disappointing in sale, although excel-
lent in quality. American Beauty are a
luxury rarely known in this market, and
consequently Wootton take the lead. Fine
ones are supplied by Martin J. Edmonds
of Bristol. Carnations continue fine in
quality and plentiful in supply.
Round and Abont.
William A. Forbes, Jr., for fourteen
years a resident of North Attleboro, Mass.,
has accepted the position as head gardener
for F. C. Sayles, Esq., multi-millionaire of
East avenue, Pawtucket.
Charles P. McCullagh has opened a store
in the Infantry Hall Building, No. 132
South Main street.
The Executive Committee of the S. A. F.
will meet in this city on March 9 to make
the preliminary arrangements for the com-
ing Convention of the Society in this city
in August.
Horticultural Society.
At the regular monthly meeting of
the Rhode Island Horticultural Society last
Wednesday evening. Rev. W. T. Hutching
of Indian Orchard, Mass., read a paper on
his specialty, "Sweet Peas," which was
very interesting. On the speaker's desk
was a beautiful vase ot sweet peas ex-
hibited by Walter Nichol of Barrington.
Other exhibitors were Nathan D. Pierce,
Jr., ot Norwood, seedling carnations;
James Palmer, carnations; Edgar Nock,
orchids; Prank L. Gay, Roman hyacinths;
William Hill, orchids and hyacinths.
During the business meeting which pre-
ceded the reading of the paper of the even-
ing, William H. Mason of Riverside and
Mrs. Mark C. Bennett of this city were ad-
mitted to membership. A communication
was read by Secretary Smith asking the
society to send delegates to a National
Convention to be held in Washington on
March 5 to consider the means of prevent-
ing the spread of noxious insects and fungi
among flowers, potted plants and vegeta-
tion, and the matter was referred to the
president ot the Society. The communica-
tion was from the Ohio State Horticultural
Society, and asks tor the co-operation of all
similar associations in securing such na-
il legislation and s
form State legislation.
On April 10 the Society will hold an
afternoon meeting in conformity with the
plan of work recently laid out, and on
this occasion Professor Henry Bailey ot
Massachusetts will give a talk
itary uni-
•Plant
onu and Out.
William J. Boas, with Edward &
Docker, Philadelphia; Mr. Bryant, ot A. H.
s. North Cambridge, Mass.; John Bar-
clay, representing William Elliott & Sons,
ana A. T. Boddington, of the Clucas &
Bcddington Company of New York, are
visuurs. William Stewart, Secretary of
the S. A. F., was in town on Saturday.
W. H. M.
Boston.
Market IVcvrs.
There is little to be added to the
report of the past two weeks from this
section. Business continues good, with the
pply about equal to the demand in most
lines. White roses are a trifle scarce, with
other varieties selling well, at fair prices.
Bulbous stock is rather plentiful, but large
quantities of it are being used.
Good white carnations are in limited
supply, with a good demand, and the car-
nation market generally is in a fairly sat-
isfactory condition. Antirrhinum is com-
ing in in limited' quantities, and finds a
ready sale.
Jottinss.
Mr. T. Greiner, editor of the New
York edition, "Parm and Fireside," was
unable to appear at Horticultural Hall on
Saturday last, and his paper on "Market
Gardening"— an interesting and valuable
document— was read to the audience by a
member ot the society. A lively discussion
followed the paper. Next Saturday being
the first Saturday in the month, there will
be no lecture.
Next Tuesday evening Charles J. Dawson
will read a paper before the G. and P. Club,
which will contain valuable and instructive
points to horticulturists, and all members
should honor the secretary with their pres-
ence on this occasion.
P. Welch is receiving congratulations
on the arrival of a young lady at his home
on Sunday last. Mother and child are get-
ting along nicely.
The news reached Boston Tuesday of the
sad and tragic death of Charles E. Weld
of Roslindale. which occurred on Monday
about noon, at his home on Hyde Park ave-
nue. Mr. Weld was seen by his wife at
about half-past eleven and a little later a
neighbor found his body on the floor of a
shed under the barn, with the throat ter-
ribly slashed with a pruning knife. The
cauoB ot the suicide was probably tempo-
rary insanity, due to a protracted sickness.
Mr. Weld was about 42 years old and was
well known to the florists and gardeners as
a violet specialist, in which line he had
met with more than ordinary success.
W. K. W.
Toronto.
We have had some very fine weather and
a good share ot sunshine, so that stock
coming in now is generally ot extra quality.
Roses ot large size, with special stems and,
foliage are to be seen in nearly all our
florists windows. Trade has been good.
Some very good carnations are also to be-
seen. but generally they are not of such
excellent quality as the roses. Scotts and
Whites are in supply, but good Daybraks
and scarlets are scarce.
Violets are now very plentiful; most o£
them are good, and, until this last week,
brought a fair price at wholesale. But this
week a large quantity of poor quality were
thrown on the market at 50c. per hundred,
and that has brought down the price of good
stock somewhat. Valley is very abundant
and good, and is selling at $3 per hundred.
Bulbous stock is not nearly so plentiful as
in former years, but there appears to b»
plenty to supply all the demands.
A tew plants were seen on St. Lawrence-
market on Saturday last, but the weather
was too cold for much business to be done.
THOMAS MANTON.
Buffalo.
The weather inclines to continue moder-
ate, more March like than wintery. Trade
seems to run somewhat apace, though not
at all active. Flowers are inclined to be
scarce, carnations being not nearly as
plentiful as noticeable some weeks ago,
while roses are picked up pretty well.
Roman hyacinths still hold evidence as
being the most populous and probably un-
popular flower that is placed on sale this
season, and nearly every day go begging
tor purchasers at any price.
W. J. Palmer returned on Tuesday ot this
week from Cambria, Pa., whither he had
repaired for his health, and is very much
improved over his rheumatic troubles.
Messrs. Scott and Long returned from the
Carnation Society's Convention very en-
thusiastic over the general features and
display at that meeting, and are pretty
thoroughly "loaded up" with carnation
lore. They even talk ot a spring exhibition
here this year.
Charles Keitsch was confined to his home
the past week with sore throat, but is out
Cincinnati.
Market News.
Business in this city is holding its
own and stock is now in fair supply. Roses
■and carnations are more in demand than
anything else, especially carnations. The
show during the week, which, as you all
know, was free to the public, created quite
a demand tor the Divine Flower. Harrisii,
callas, tulips, violets, von sions and Romans
are very plentiful, and it is often found
necessary to make a special price to move
this stock. Smilax is also plentiful and
sells slowly.
The many friends of Robert J. Murphy
will be pained to learn that he experienced
a stroke of paralysis while in his green-
houses on Monday morning.
The sad news has just been received that
Mr. Murphy died on Wednesday forenoon,
February 24. He was 50 years of age.
Full particulars next week.
Two ot the Brunner Brothers have also
been on the sick list, and B. P. Critchell Is
also indisposed.
Convention Echoes.
We were much pleased to see so
many visiting brethren at the convention,
but I am sorry that more ot our neighbors
did not show up. Take, for instance, Day-
ton and Springfield. I did not see a florist
from either city, except one. Prom Dayton
we had H. M. Attick. ot the Highland
Floral Company, and William Hitter & Son,
seedsmen. We also had James R. Gold-
man, of Middletown, O., a deaf and dumb
mute, who is a florist and doing a nice
little business; he is the only mute that
I know of now in the business.
E. G. GILLBTT.
agau
VIDI.
New Orleans.
James Brady died hereon Feb. 9. He had
been ill tor some time. Deceased was born
in Ireland sixty-eight years ago. He com-
menced business in truck farming here, and
a few years later he built houses for grow-
ing palms and ferns. He was a noted
grower ot Adiantum Farleyense and Cocos
Weddeliana. He leaves two daughters and
a son, who will continue the business.
R. E. Simons' establishment, consisting
of dwelling house, ground, glass, heaters,
etc.. was sold by auction Thursday, Feb. 11.
Mrs. R. E. Simons bought everything in at
a low figure. Mr. Simons will be able to
get his place back again, and in a short
time to re-establish his business.
We are having very wet weather now,
which makes it very disagreeable tor the
carnival balls. The city is filling up with
visitors from all parts; large dinners and
balls are now in order.
HARRY PAPWORTH.
Manchester. N. H.
A. G. Hood reports good business. He
raises chiefly carnations for his store, but
intends in the spring adding rose houses
with a palm house 115x15 feet. W. M.
Baltimore.
The Market.
There has been a very steady call tor
stock the whole week. Violets and carna-
tions were especially in demand. Stock as
a whole is very good. Bulbous flowers,
however, seem to drag. Violets are selling
for 56c. per 100; carnations, $1.50 to $2.
Notes.
The club at its last meeting decided
to organize a protective association. The
secretary was authorized to find how the
one in Philadelphia is working.
The annual banquet ot the club will be
held on the night of the election ot officers,
which takes place on the second Monday in
March.
Henry Ekas is confined to his bed with
the grip, and is In a very bad condition.
Good prospects tor Easter trade.
E. A. SEIDEWITZ.
TUFF STUFF ON GREEN FLY
IS TOBAC-OIL.
The F^lorists* Exchfcnge.
209
100,000 VERBENAS.
Fine pot plants, $2.60 p
■» NO RUST OR TUYILDEini*
Packed light and satisfaction guaranteed. Send for circular.
B are the largest growers of Verbenas In the country. Our plants oannut be surpassed.
°p*" J. L,. DILLON, Bloomsburg, Pa.
ECHEVERIAS, in flats, $=.00 pe
J. B. BAKER, Aberdeen
JUST KECEIVi:l> FROM JAPAN
JAPANESE IMPERIAL
CONVOLVULUS SEED.
Very brlKht. plump and well cleaned. Grown bj
FOR EASTER BLOOMING.
HarrlslI Lilies, strong short
ape perfe'-t ; buds about t'> eho
Azalea Indlca, 13 to 16 inc
$7.00 per cioz' n.
Azalea Mollis, large plants
$4.60 per '
1; 65c. each,
40c. each,
3.00 per 100.
Cinerarias, 4 In. large plants, $8.1
WHITTON & SONS.
Wholesale Florists, City and Green Sts., Ullca. N. Y.
WHEN WRrriWO MCWTIOW THE FLORISTS- EXCHAWCt
Rooted Cultings, »>c(
lealthy atock from sand
onn.
Will ExcbniiKF
Double Grant Ge
a-ln
able Petu
EarlT
Beau
Alt
theras. P. HI. First
per 100, »20 per lOOO. Violet Kunner>, 1. H. i: ,
W.OO per 1000. Fansies. Unest strain. t-lOO per 1010
Aspldlalraa, ISc. each, nice stock Genistas,
standard, cheap. Cash with order.
WAVERLY GREENHOUSES, Tuckahoe.N.Y.
ROOTED CUTTINGS.
Dreer's Strain. »i
fl.OOper 100 Ginri
Carnalional>lnk>
Loa"™"vi'olet«.'"n
RNS! FERNS!
Hardy cut feirs 75 cts
per thoupand. cueh
Laurel roping,
first quality, hand made
yard. Sphagnum
Moss, 50c. per h
— ^-- by mail
h promptly at-
ROOT£DGOLEUS CUTTINGS.
Beauty, Mulniifht, Chicago Bedder. Charm. Sport
Flrecrest lli>watha Glorlnsa. Royal Mantle. Shy.
lock. Firebrand, Rob Roy. Othello, rharminc. Robt,
Buist. Harry Harold Yellow Boy. Whitelaw Reid,
PmRress, Charles Dlcksne. Pink Gem. Pro«re9sion
Electric Livbt. The Belle. Speculata, Mars, Yeddo.
Penn Royal. Mhfoou Velvet. Attraction. Corsair
Spotted Gem, Kaotasie, Miss Bliss. Amoretta. Dors
Clapp. Asa Gray. Varibilis. Ptitzpatrick. Bronze
Queen. Exquisite. Beckwith Gi>m. and 26 ntbei
-arietieB. 7U cts. per 100 by n
SirobilnntliPfl. rootfd cut
Ginnt Oouble Alya^um.
$1.00 per 1000 b
I, tl.OOperlOO.
[Iper 100 by mall.
Glenwood Nurseries Spring of '97.
10,000 Ampelopsis Veilchil. Grown in 3-in pots'
S.W |)er 1110.
5.000 Clematis Paniculata, From $6 to $1(
5,000 Rosa Wichuraiana. 1, 2 and 3 years old, $6
10,000 Honeysuckles in variety. $60 per ICOO.
10,000 Dahlias, undivided, fleld grown roots
name and color, $7 per 100; S60 per lOOO.
300,000 California Privet. 1 to 5 feet. Samplesam
prices on application.
Trade List for Spring containing full assort
mem of Trees. Shrubs and Vines, now ready
Send for one. Correspondence solicited.
THE wn. H. nOON CO.,
Morrisville. Pa.
«%'V»WV»'«'WV%«««'VWWVt/\g
25,000 OERimilMS 25,000
JJO-W READV. Strong plants, i'A inch
pots, $3.U0 per 1110 ; $25.00 per 1000.
Also bedding and basket plants later.
Coleus Rooted Cuttings. 75c. per
100; $6.00 per 1000. Cash with order.
GEO. W. GASKILL. WARREN, OHIO.
CUSTOMERS WANTED
For Russian Violet blooms at 25c. per
100. Special Diices on large quantities. Also
larire lot of 9Inie. Crozy Cannas.
IVant to buy 60 to loo clumps Field
Daisies; % aoz. Standard Hydrangea Paniculata
Grandiflora, 2 or 36 to 7 ft. Areca Luteecens,
single stems; 2 or 3 6 to 7 ft. Seaforthia Gtegans;
2 or 3 20 in. Latania Borbonica; plants that are
Address Sacrifice, care Florists' R.xchange
SURPLUSSTOCK
Berberls vulifaris
;uo3s^ft.
Sto.lJ^ft,.
Tbanbemli 2to2^^ft .
:;iethraa1n1fol1alto tHtt
European Beech 5 to 6 ft
Myrica Cerlfera 61i
Rosa L.urlda 2 ft..
Vlburnnm Opnlna 3 to I ft e OO
T. R. WATSON.
Old Colony Nurseries, ■ Plymouth, I>laa..
WHIN wmrma mcntmn tnc Pionnrra- cxcHANof
The Best in Trade. Packing 75c. ea.
C'a.sh with order or good i
DE SMET BROS., Kurserymen,
Pansies! Pansies!
60 cts. per 100; $4.50 per 1000
^WHITTON & SONS
PUIS
.IS. He
I Adi
from 3 and SU-inch pots.
lioiivierand Paul Mar.iuant,
rd Miej!. J. C. Vaughan, Pres.
linn, at $4.00 per 110;
r, at $5.U0 ; Florence
te. Rose Unique, Evfandale
, T. Murdock, Marion Hend
md other standard sorts, at
hss A. L. Drtlsk
Peabndy - -
on per 100.
Indian
Mme. F. Berg-
jt S2 0U per 100; Phila-
v, Lenawee, Gretchen
per 100; Modesto and
Guaranteed STRICTLY FIRST-CLASS STOCK or may be returned al OUR EXPENSE.
Cash Write NOW If you want then
BEN HAINS CO.,
-Five at 100 :
New Albany, Ind.
NOTIC
♦
I GRAFTED ROSES 1
t And on their OWN ROOTS, J
I Carnations, 'Mums and Violets, I
t WILL BE CROWN TO ORDER ONLY. J
• If You Want Fine, Strong Stock, Send for Price List. ♦
: A. N. PIERSON, = = = Cromwell, Conn, t
ON ACCOUNT OF SEhlOR MEMBER RETIRING
75 ACRES
OF NURSERY STOCK, consisting of Fruit, Shade and Ornamental
Treec, Slirubbery, etc., all young and vigorous stock. We have about
100,000 Shade Trees.
200,000 Evergreen Trees.
50,000 Privets.
Will be sold at great sacrifice. Send for list.
C. RIBSAM & SONS,
Nursery 10 minutes from Depot. TRENTON, N. J.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS* EXCHANGE
SPRING AND SUMMER
FloweriDQ Plants, Boots anil Bulfis.
DOMESTIC AND IMPORTED
GROWN RELIABLE SEEDS.
VAN NAMEN'S EXGELSIOR HOLLAND DUTCH WHITE GAiBAGE.
Late, Large, Round, Solid Heads.
with
Y., writes under date of
■er raised and I have been
18 pounds, and they often
■" ften do. The quality
A word from an American Market Gardener, who has been supplied by
seed of the above Cabbage, Cauliflower, and other vegetables.
Mr. Jacob Wride, Florist and Market Gardener, of Auburn, N.
January 2i*, 1897 :— " In regard to the Cabbage, they were the best I ei
raising cabbage for 20 years. The average weight was from 13 to
weighed L'.", pounds. They arc good keepers and do not rot as other k
was of the best and the cnl.ir ce.
Note.— Variety of Cauliflower alludi
Special price Hal
E;irlv Erfurt Dwarf.
snl on appllcallo
C. H. JOOSTEN, IMPORrFR, 103 Greenwich St., NEW YORK.
210
The Plorists' Exchange.
STANDARD ♦ POTS
We are now ready to supply a superb
quality of Pots in unlimited quantities
Catalogues and price lists furnished ot
application.
A. H. HEWS & CO.,
NORTH CAMBRIDGE. • MASS
STANDARD FLOWER POTS.
20 00
<0 00
« " 32 00 Saucers X price of pote
10 per cent. olTfor casta wUb order F.O.B.
at Fort Edward. Send tor price list of HsoKlnd
Vases, Garden Vases. Jardinieres. Seed Pans and
Glazed Crllnders with Handlea for oul
MADE BY.
Stanilaiil Pots
Good Railroad Facilities Kit^LLER BROSi
For Shippinf^ . . . —
Special Attention Given M„rpio»nu/n . Pa
to Mail Orders . . womstown, ra.
STANDARD
FLOWER POTS
In any quantity, and of the best
quality.
Get my price list before ordering
elsewhere.
W. H. ERNEST,
station M, N. E., WASHINGTON, D. C.
JOHN H. JACKSON. Successor 1
^;Wi|?S.a^ai:*
Established 1825
I Brick. Oven Tile, Chimney and Flue Llnine, Chimney Tops
f Fire Clay Stove Pipe, Fire Clay, KaoUn, Encaustic Sidewalk
Tile.Rosendale and Portland Cement, Lime, Plaster, etc.
Send far our New Price List with eitra dlsoounts. All our Pots, from 7 In. and upwards, have
onr Patent Eloelslor Bottom, which Is a great advantage, as it insures perfect drainage.
A FUI.l. LINE OF BULB PANS.
THE WHILLDIN POTTERY CO., 713 to 719 Wharton Street, PHILADELPHIA.
— J Kearney and Westalde Ayes., Jersey City, N.J. _
i Jackson Ave. and Pearson St.. l.onB Island City. N.T.
FLOWER PgjS^-
STANDARD FLOWER "pofrandHAMGSN^ BASKETS
OF THE BEST QUALITY.
! First-Claes, thereby Securiog Lowest Freight Kates.
and breakage is nominal. Give us a trial. Send for Price List.
Shipping faciiitie
- goods are well packed,
-s THE SYR4CUSE POTTERY CO., 403 N. SALlHi ST., SYRACUSE, N. Y.
} MENTIOW TMt n.OniST-9 EKCHAWM
THE JOHN
PULVERIZED
A Quick Germinator
and Crop Forcer.
FACTORY 1
Little Ferry, New Jersey.
OFFICE!
Long Island City, New York.
J. PETERS
(iiTcoRFOia^'xx:!).)
NATURAL. ODORLESS
COMPANY
COMPRESSED
Beats Every Chemical
Fertilizer on Earth.
Pure Sheep Fertilizer
permanently improves
the soil.
Matures the largest and
best crops. Quick and
lasting in its action.
CLEAN TO HANDLE.
^m^^^^^m^mmmmWMMmmmmmMi,
GREEN-HOUSE CONSTRUCTION.
This has been a specialty with us for many years and to us is ^j
due the credit for many of the great improvements that have been
made in the construction of wooden green-houses. To those that
buy our
Clear Cypress Building Material
we furnish, free of cost, complete detail drawings from which any
intelligent workman can put up the material correctly. We have
plenty of time to write letters ABOUT OUR BUSINESS, and we will |||!|i
be glad to hear from those contemplating building. ^
LocKLAND Lumber Co.
To Make Pipe-Joints Tight.
Rust joints in ca.st iron pipes used for
greenhouse heating, says Metal Worker,
are by many considered most serviceable.
These joints are made with what are gen-
erally called iron filings, but these should
uot be too fine or resemble dirt. It is bet-
ter to have the iron filings coarse, or. more
correctly speaking, machine cuttings.
Those best adapted for these joints are
from castings made from soft, strong iron,
entirely free from grease. They should be
prepared for use by wetting down with
water that is slightly salt. Too much salt
is objectionable, as tile resulting expansion
may break the hub end of the pipe. In or-
der to prevent the filings from getting in-
side of the pipe, the bottom ot the joint
should be packed with oakum and the fil-
ings packed on top ot it. Another method
ot joining these pipes is to use oakum and
red lead applied alternately in several
layers. Success in this work depends upon
the quality of the red lead used and the
care with which the joint is made. Some-
times Portland cement is used instead ot
red lead between the layers of oakum. Sal
ammoniac is also employed for mixing with
the iron filings, but there is danger, when
too much sal ammoniac is used, owing to
the excessive expansion that ensues and
which may break the hub.
Hot- Air Engine Manufacturer's
Combine.
The De Lamater Iron Works Company,
No. 467 Broadway, New York, and the
Rider Engine Company, No. 37 Dey street.
New York, two of the largest manufac-
turers ot hot-air engines, have conBclidated
under the name ot the Rider Ericsson En-
gine Company, at the former address.
After April 1 they will occupy new quar-
ters at No. 23 Cortlandt street. By this
combination it is expected that by increased
facilities a better engine can be put on
the market at lesis cost. There are many
hot-air engines used by fiorists where it is
necessary for them to provide a private
water supply, and they are most effective
and economical for this purpose.
BOOKS RECEIVED.
Tbe Poroingr Boole, by Professor L
H. Bailey. Publishers, the Macmillan Com-
pany, No. 66 Fifth avenue. New York.
Price $1. In this volume the author has
compiled in handy form the cream of all
the information available on the subject of
forcing vegetables under glass, as applic-
able to American conditions. Especially
valuable is the chapter dealing with the
construction of the forcing house, methods
ot heating same, etc. A goodly part ot
the text is culled from the bulletins of the
various experiment stations, and from writ-
ings on the subject in the horticultural
press, but there is also given the experi-
enc&s of practical growers in various parts
of the country. Many florists are inter-
ested in vegetable forcing, and all such will
find in this manual a deal of very useful
information.
TUFF STUFF ON GREEN FLY
IS TOBAC-OIL.
Hot=Bed
Sash
Tenons white-leaded. Corners se-
cured with iron dowel pins. Every
detail of construction perfect.
Made ot Clear Cypress Lumber.
Quick Shipments.
We have in stock and can ship
immediately :
ft. X 6 ft., 3 rows 10 in. glass.
.3 ft. 3 in. X 6 ft., 4 " Sin. "
ft. X 6 ft., 5 " Sin. "
Not glazed, 1% in. thick.
Delivered Prices
Quoted on application. State size
and quantity wanted. No order
too small to receive careful atten-
tion, and none too large for our
facilities.
LOCKLAND LUMBER CO.,
^ Loclcland, Ohio, i
WHEN WHITING MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
TOBACCO STEMS
Large Bales (300 lbs.).. $1 50 j -^"^ FRESH
Xobacco Dust, 2c. per lb.
Rafiia« the best material for tying-, doea not
injure tbe plants; it goes farthest and is
cheapest; first quality long fibre at lie, alb.;
^9.00 a 100 lbs.
H. G. FAUST & CO.AJi.t.;?Je'^pf'r^f!-
The Biggest Little Thing on Eartb
THE LIGHTNING
BUQ Exterminator.
». 41.26 De-
""j'. a'^EVEBITT. Soeds-
1. INDIANAPOLIS. IND.
"N B.-For florists' uae it is perfection The poison
B put on the plants llkea fine niijtor Ueht dew. The
nost delicate plants will not be Injured. Return If
1 for each 600 feet of floor I
k^ltelt^!
not Injure the i
plants. Endorsed
Nikoteen
*y prominent fiorlBts. Used for famlgatlon or spraying
Indoors or oat. 200 ponnds of tobacco In one pint of
KIkoteen. Bold by seedsmen. Olrcnlar free. BKABCTTEA
DIP CO., CHICAGO.
^QuickbrMDoesg^lt.^^
I THE n.ORI5TS' EXCHANGr
Neponset Flower Pots
of Waterproof Paper, are sold
as follows:
TermB— Net cash with order. If ordered shipped by
treielit. add 30 centH cartage.
Packed In Groaa Weight
Crates of per 1000 pots
t26lbB..
.about 2
pots Per 100 Per JOOO
, 1 60 13 3fi
Standard Pot Measure.
Less quantities than full crates at lOOratei
W. BIRD & SONS, ManufacturerB.
Address orders to c
- General Agents.
August Rolker & Sons
New York. P. O. Station E.
or S. t J. FAEaUEAB it CO., Boston,, llasi. Sistera Agent.
I
Feb. 27. 1897.
ThB F=I-0RISTS' EXCHHNGl
211
LORD & BURNHAM CO.,
HORTICULTURAL ARCHITECTS AND BUILDERS,
STEAM AND HO-r ■WATER HEATING ENGINEERS.
Plans and Bstlmates furnished on application.
DREEpoosE mwn m vEiTiLPTim;,
Horticultural Architecture and Building.
Larc*«t Bulldars
I pitching^^Go
*^ 1. \.
ESTABLISHED 1844.
233 Mercer Street, NEW YORK
FIVE PATTERNS OF BOILERS.
NINETEEN SIZES,
Perfect Sash Raising ipparatus.
:s, Greenhouses, Eto., of Iron
or the Structural Iron Work ship-
ped ready for erection.
Iron Frame Benches with the
Perfect Drainage Bench Tile '
SEND 4C.
ABOUT
PUMPING ENGINES
The best engine for supplying water
on a farm or suburban place, a ranch,
dairy, or stock farm, for green house,
nurseries, etc., is one that can be easily
and economically operated, and the
DeLamater Rider and tlie DeLamater
Ericsson Hot=Air Pumping Engines
have become celebrated for their supe-
riority to any other means of procuring
water for all purposes. These engines
will bum any kind of fuel. They are
perfectly safe and require very little care.
Will pump water from any source and
send It to any height and distance. They
are supplanting the ungainly windmill,
rams, steam and hand pumps, because
the hot-air engine possesses advantages
over all of them.
For catalogue, address
The DeLAMATER IRON WORKS,
467 West Broadway, NY. City.
GLASS!
For Greenhouses, Conservatories.
Graperies, Hotbeds and all other
purposes, at Lowest Rates.
N.COWEN'SSON 392 & 394 West Broadway
GLASS!
, . New YorU.
156 8a. Fifth Avenbe.
£aHmatea Freely Given-
GLASS
FOR GREENHOUSES. CONSERVATORIES, GRAPERIES, HOTBEDS AND
AND FLORISTS' USE GENERALLY, AT LOWEST RATES.
U. HKRHIS Si SOIS.
497 W. BROADWAY, NEW YORK, 89 LIBERTY ST., NEW YORK
t
CALIFORNIA RED CEDAR
A. DIETSGH i GO. 619 Sheffield Avenue, CHICAGO.
1
r ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦
•tEND FOR OUR NEW CATAI,0<;UE, WHICH SHOWS J
ITleliewMatiGDalJleVeiitllatorj
machine aent out will operate your houae succeeafully. Soil machinea n
WHEN WRrriNO MEtmOH THC nOMBtV EXCHAMQt
U
STANDARD VENTILATING MACHINE.
none:
EQUAL IT
IN
Strength
AND
Durability
S«nd for Catalogue.
NOTHING
Flimsy
OH
Complicated
about it.
mENTIOII, riOfllSTS
It Kill be to your advantage to look
into the merits of the Scollay
"Invincible" Hot Water Boiler.
It IS all that its name implies, and
don't forget it.
Cuts and full information mailed
on application.
JOHN A. SCOLLAY,
74 & 76 MYRTLE AVE.,
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK,
WHEN WRITINQ I
Evais' loproved Challenge.
Boiler bearing. «elf-oillnK devlae.
autom&ilo Btop. aoltd ItokcbalB,
makes the IMPROVED CHAL-
LENQE tbe moat perfect appa*
ratus in tbe market.
Write for catalORue and prices
before plaotoK yonr orders else.
where.
Quaker City Machine Co.,
BIOUUONn, IND.
THC rUOBISTS- CXCHAHOt
SUMMER IN WINTER
By Usingr
Standard Greenhouse Boilers
One cent gets oar Catalogue,
GIBLIN & CO., . UUca, N. Y.
IX/IASTICA
For Glazing: Greentaouses. A sub-
stitute for putty. Superior in everv way.
M ASTICA and HASTICA GI.AZIIXG
MACHIBiES were given Hiichest Awardot
8. A. F. at Pitt9bur». Address for circular,
F. 0. PIERCE CO., 170 Fulton St., N. Y.
Sole Manufacturers.
IF" YOU MTANX
A GOOD SASH LIFT
For a Tery I.tttle Honey Get
For Descriptive Catalogue Send to
J. P. CARMODY, Evansvllle, Ind.
Modern Greenhouse
Heating,
One of our boilers, 10,880 feet of two
inch pipe, and sixty tons of coal will heat
22,400 feet of glass (four 20x200 feet
double gable houses) to 65 degrees in
coldest Winter weather ; they have done
it, and will do it for you — we guarantee
it. Our boilers are not only the best of
their kind, but the best made. They have
the largest "firebright" direct surface,
are the easiest cleaned, handled and set
up ; and from engineering facts, they are
the ideal frictionlese, economical water
heating boilers of our day.
Plenty's Horticultural Works,
148-156 Randolph Ave.,
JERSEY CITY, N.J.
WHIN WRrriNQ nCNTION THE nORIST'S EXCHANGI
212
The F=i-orists' Excht^nge.
"GOLDEN BEAUTY." NFW C ANN AS "JOHN WHITE."
New Yellow Canna, clear, bright i ^ L^ ? T ^ l\ i ill ILA^ The beautiful new variegated
color, massive flower, continuous
bloomer, vigorous grower, dwarf habit. As good as the best.
READY NOW.
50c. each; $4.00 per doz.; $35.00 per 100.
leaf variety. Finest plant for all
decorative purposes produced in years. Stock in superb condition and
READY NOW. 75c. each; $7.50 per doz.; $50.00 per 100.
Also QUEEN CHARLOTTE, ALPHONSE BOUVIER, MME. CROZY, J. C. VAUGHAN, J. D. CABOS. EX. CRAMPBBL.
$1.00 per dozT $6.00 per 100. All from 4 inch pots. Cash or reference with orders. Circular and colored plate tor the
CLEMATIS ,.,.
ARNATIONS
HRYSANTHEMUMS
For special prices address
G. EISELE llthX Jefferson Sts.Phila Pa.
WHEW WBITIWO MENTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHAWCE
Choice New Double and Bruant
GERANIUMS
Varieties tliat have been tested, and
sure to prove good selling sorts.
M. A. Borie Aliie. Decidedly the best
dark variety up to date. Sin. pots, 25c. each.
Claire Kromont. Best pure pink. 3 in.
pots, 25c. eacli ; $300 per doz.
Blarquls tie Galard. A fine, new variety.
Color a very attractive shade of orange.
15c. each.
Mine. Buchner. Best white to date. 15c.
each; Jl.Oll per c
Montesquieu 2
Healtliier habit and deeper
n the original.
De l,ace'pede 2. Kosypink. This and
preceding variety
OUfc'
10c. each;
selected from
nber of seedlings of 1894 as improvemei
on the parent sorts. 10c. each ; $1.00 per d(
M. Alplionse Ricara. Orange re
immense trusses, holding perfect for
time. A splendid market sort. 10c,
$1 00 ner doz.
J, J. Harrison. Very large florets an
trusses. Intense scarlet, and dwarfer i
habit than Double Gen. Grant. 10c. eacli
$1.00 per doz.
Margaret Piuon. Clear
bahit, and a very profuse blooi
81.00 per doz.
80 Select Standard Varieties, Strong
Plants, mostly from 3 in. pots, Si4.00
per 100. Special prices on large lots
from 3H in. pots.
ALSO A FINE ASSORTIVIENT OF
FLOWERING and REX BEGONIAS
AND GENERAL BEDDING PLANTS.
Cash with the Order.
J. NICOL, Oak St., Jersey City, N. J.
WHEHWHrriNG
GERANIUMS!
Double Grant. La Favorite, S. A. Nutt, out
of 3J^ inch pots, fine plants, $3.50 per 100 ; i inch
pot plants, extra strong, $6.00 per 100.
DORMANT CANNAS. Mme. Crozy, $2.00 per
100, tlae ; mixed, $2.00 per 100.
CUTTINGS of Daybreak, Wm. Scott, Mc-
Gowan, Portia Carnations, $1.00 per 100, tree
HARRISII LILIES, fine plants, 8 cts. per bud.
PAUL MADER, East Stroudsbnrg, Pa.
WELCH BROTHERS,
DEALERS IN
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
No. 2 Beacon street. - BOSTON.
Wire Designs, Wheat Sheaves, Baskets, Im-
mortelles, Cape Flowers, Cut Flowers, Boxes,
and all other supplies, at prices to meet com-
petition.
MAGISTER
<^*
SEASON 1897. I
List of Select 4
t FLOWER SEEDS, \
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» Near Ferry.
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WE MEET THE PRICES OF ALL COMPETITORS
Ca¥n AS " Italia "and" Austria."
500
DOLLARS
WORTH
;for
25 CENTS
wo years ago
offered the orl-
ator of these
Cannas
1000 DOLLARS
ITALIA,
$200.00 per 1000..
1.00 per doz.; $45.00 per 100 I
$400.00 per 1000.
The prices for immediate delivery, and fine, large, home-
grown roots. Send for list of ALL THE NEWEST CANNAS at
popular prices.
I stock of ASPAKAGUS SPRENGERI, consisting of nearly 10,000
3 sold to Mr. Robert Craig— he knows a good thing when he sees it.
NEW ROSES, CLIMBINO WOOTTON, CARMINE PILLAR, $2.00 per doz ; SIO.UO per 100.
' Send for catalogue of novelties.
^'**S?R-EiT PHILADELPHIA.
Plants, \
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A WEEKLY MEDIUM OF INTERCHANGE FOR FLORISTS, NURSERYMEN, SEEDSMEN AND THE TRADE IN CENERAU
?0L. IX. SO. 10.
NEW YORK, MARCH 6, 1897.
One Dollar Per Year,
A FEW LEADERS!
Stock guaranteed in Sound, Perfect Condition.
Fully up to Size as represented.
TUBEROUS ROOTED BEGONIAS. Single, extra large bulbs, $2.50
per hundred ; $22.50 per thousand.
TUBEROSES, " Every Bulb's a Pearl." Selected 4 to G in. bulbs,
$7.50 per thousand ; special prices on large quantities.
Y^PANESE LILIES. New crop now ready for delivery. Our. bulbs are
in superb condition, quantity limited. (See last number of Florists'
Exchange for prices.)
ASTER SEED. New crop seed of all varieties, in separate colors and mixed ;
Comet, Victoria, TruffaMt's, Chrysanthemum, Semple's,
&C. Write for our Trade Catalogue, if you have not a copy.
SEEDS IIS PICTORIAL PACKETS, FOR RETAILING.
$10.00 per 1000, assorted Flowers and Vegetables. Colored Hangers free with
all orders.
WE CARRY ILL KIRPSJF SEEDS tND BULRS.
SPIR/EA ANTHONY^ WATERER
FOR EASTER FORCING.
We offer a fine lot of this beautiful new Spirioa, which is excellent for Easter
forcing. The plant is of a dwarf, compact habit, producing a profusion of bright,
crimson flowers, and will command a ready sale owing to its showy trusses.
PITCHER & MANDA, Short Hills, N. J.
JOHN N. MAY, Receiver.
We Have an Exceptionally Fine Stock of
LARGE SIZED ARECAS.
Very bushy plants, 9 in. pots, 34 ft. high above pot, $4 each; larger plants, 9 in. pots,
4 ft. high above pot, »5 each. These plants are in perfect shape, very bushy, and are
exceptionally good value for the price.
LARGE SIZED ARECAS ARE SCARCE.
For price of smaller sized Arecas and other
Palms and Decorative Plants
See our wholesale list, which will be mailed free on application.
TUBEROUS BEGONIAS
VERY FINEST STRAINS OP BOTH.
Separate colors, white, pink, scarlet, and yellow.
SINGLE, t3 per 100; DOUBLE, $8 per 100.
GLOXINIHS
Finest strain, Crassifolia Erecta Hybrida Grandiflora, $4 per 100.
Tuberose Pearl ^^-'^'--^^y-^i^i::,^^-^^^"^-^--
F. R. PIERSON CO..
TARRYTOWN-ON-HUDSON, NEW YORK.
SEND FOR OUR PRICE LIST OF
If You Have Not Received One.
FLOWER AND VEGETABLE SEEDS IN PACKETS.
We Do Not ''Commission" or Piace Seeds Out "On Sale."
But we supply Florists with seeds put up in handsome colored packets for retailinR
at $1.35 per lOO, or $i0.00 per 1000. These Packets, besides havlnsr a htliogrraph of the Flower
the comtnoQ and botanical name on the front, have a descripti>jn of the flower and oullura
directions on the back and a blank space for name and address, which will be printed on same
it ordered in 1000 lots or more. SEND FOR SAMPLE.
Price of Peas, Beans and Corn in Packets, $4.00 Per 100.
DWARF PEARL TUBEROSE BULBS, 4 to 6 inches in
circumference, $7.50 per 1000.
TUBEROUS ROOTED BEGONIAS, sound stock, 6
colors, separate, $3.00 per 100.
GLOXINIAS, named varieties, $5.00 per 100.
In Making Up Your Order for Florists' Flower Seeds, Don't Fail to Include Some
UlEH'S D[fl»IIOIGII|ll[TT[ ms^m^
F. E. PIcaillSTEB l!0.^'Cir 69 BortlaoJt St. 1 1
Rose Hill Nurseries.
THE LARGEST AND FINEST STOCK IN AMERICA.
ARECA LUTESCEKtS.
DOZ. BON.
3t4in pots, bushy, 12 to 15 in. high.. .$3.00 $30.00
4 '• " 18 to 20 in. high... 4.00 30.00
COCOS 'WEDDEtlAKJA.
DOZ. HUN.
. pots, extra fine, 5 and 6 leaves.$3.00 $15.00
.pots, extra fine, strong 3.60 30.00
. pots, extra fine, very strong
3.50
3^4 i
selected
KENXIA BELMOREANA.
EACH DOZ.
5 in. pots, extra strong, bushy, 5 to 6
leaves, 18 to 20 inches high $0.75 $8 00
6 in. pots, heavy, 2 to 2J^ ft. high 1..50 18.00
7 in. poLs heavy. 3 to 3!^ ft. high 2.00 34.00
8 in. pots. 36 to 40 in., decorative size
^3.60 to $6.00 each.
KEISTIA EORSTERIAKJA.
DOZ. HUN.
3 in. pots, 12 to 15 Inches high $3.00 15 00
4 '• 15 to 18 " 4.50 33.00
6 " 2to2J^ ft. hiBTh.Sl.SSeach.
7 '• 2 to i'A " $3 to $2„50 ■'
PHtENIX RECI.INAXA.
6 in. pots. 15 to 18 in. high. $1.00e.ich; $10.00 doz.
L,ATAMIA BORBONICA.
5 in. pots, 3 ft., specimens $15.00 d.,z.
6 " perfect specimens, 7-9 leaves, 18.00 "
7 •• •• " 8-9 " $3-$2.50each
I.IVISXOMA ROXl7I«DIFOI.IA.
4 In. pots.
grandest lot in the country. Open for inspec-
4 in. pots, $4.00 per doz.
6 '* 6.00 " (colored and coloring).
FERNS. FERNS. FERNS.
If you are going to buy, it will pay you to get
a sample of our grand stock.
•iVi in. pots, in 6 vars., $4.00 per 100; $35.00 per lOflO
Neplirolepls cordata conipacta.
The largest stock of this grand variety.
3 in. pots, fine stock $15.00 per 100
6 " Hne specimens, 15-18 in. high, $4 00
per doz ; $3.').0II per ino.
Pteris Vmbrosa GiKanteuin.
f holeiale li*t, giving deicription of all
J^-All measurements tnken from top of pots.
The above is a brief list of our specialties. Our ne?
w novelties, will be ready soon. Do not order till you see i i .
Write, Telegraph or Telephone us and our Carriage will meet you.
SIEBRECHT & SON.
NEW ROCHELLE. N. Y.
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The F=!i-ORiSTS' Exchange.
DO NOT JUMP
to hasty conclusions before
comparing our figures . . .
Tuberoses, 4 to 5 1000, $7 25
Caladium Esculentum med. 100, 8 00
Gladiolus, red and scarlet
mixed 1000, 8 00
Cinnamon Vines 100, 3 00
Madeira Vines 100, 1 50
Bamboo Canes 1000, 7 00
Clay's Fertilizer 56 lbs., 3 50
WM. ELLIOTT & SONS
NEW VORK.
WHIN WRITING MENT10H THt rLGRIST-a EXCH«NOE
Gladioli . . .
THE BEST IN AMERICA.
Geraninms, 'Mnms, Carnations, etc.
"Write for prices.
BETSCHER BROS.,
-^■^^^_^Canal Dover, 0.
JDST RECEIVED FROM JAPAN
JAPANESE IMPERIAL
CONVOLVULUS SEED.
Very brlKbt, plump and well cleaned. Grown by
H. E. Amoore, an American, resident in Japan for
23 years. A mixture of the flnest and most carefully
selected strains. H.OO per lb.: 130 Ou per 10 Ib3. Order
at ODce. Supply limited. Terms net cash 10 days.
JACKSON & PERKINS CO., Newark, New York.
WHCH WMTING MENTION THE F1.0RISTS- EXCHANGE
Asters, Giant White Comet, pkt., 25c.; oz.
J3.U0. Tall Victoria, mixed, pkt., 15o.; oz.,
$1.00. Truffaut's Peeony PertecUon, pkt.,
16c.; oz., 75o. Queen or the Market, mixed,
all colors, oz.,75c. (Separate colorsall sold.)
Dalillas, Double Cactus, pkt., 10c.
Gypsoplilla, White, pkt., 10c.
Marguerite Carnations, trade pkt., 10c.
Ptilox Drunimondll, Dwarf, mixed,
pkt., lOc; i^oz.,5UC.
Verljena, Mammoth, oz., tOc.
Cauliflower, Eclipse, novelty, pkt., 15c.
Write for sample and uret your orders in be-
fore the 60 per cent, duties are in lorce.
H. BEAULIEU, Woodhaven, N. Y.
• EXCHANGE
ASTER SEED
of the celebrated SeiTiple AstCr, separate colors, pink
and white, also mixed. Seed well cleaned, plump and good.
Crop of 1896. For sale in any desired quantity by
JAMES SEMPLE, Box 2, BELLEVUE, PA.
ALM
■
'<^yt:^<>C€^. ON HAND
eannrlenrlH, . gO.60 $3.60
ICocoR Weadeliiinu,* . * .' \.^ lo!oO $37.
Phoenix leoneiiHln, . . . *I.'oO 7^50 20.
PhceiilxpumllB, 1,00 7.60 20
•' rccllnatn, 1.00 7.50 20.
A«paraKu>pliiinoHiiMnnniiH(tru'e}.' 1.60 12;50 35!
Ooffca uroblcu, 1.50 18.60
J. L. SCHILLER, Rutherford, N. J
I MENTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHANGE
EEDS for Profit
Sweet Pcasl
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V ^ FLORISTS'
t^W FLOWER
^^ SEEDS — .- -
T. Wholesale Catalogue on application. Jj
c WEEBER & DON, Mdo'owers, ° ; GREEN PLANTS READY NOW : f\m S. DIIE3ITV A new pure white of the semperflorens
&*-«*'■'■** I^WIXII ■■ type_ very free flowering, f 2 per doz.
bedding sorts, I25 per 1000.
Immense stock of Fruit Trees, Nut Bearing Trees, Grape Vines, and
Small Fruits, t ne of the largest, if not the largest, assortment of Ornamental
Trees and Shrubs. Climbing Vines, Bulbs, Hardy Perennials, etc., in
America. And 32 greenhouses filled with what the average florist is most likely to want
Correspondence solicited. Catalogues and trade lists free.
THE STORRS & HARRISON CO., Painesville, Ohio.
SEED TBBDE HEPOfil.
CHANGE. P. O. Boi 1697, New York.
Free Seed Distribution.
As announced In "The Florists' Ex-
change" of Feb. 27, a joint meeting of
seedsmen was held in Washington at noon,
March 2, to discuss the legislation now be-
fore Congress affecting the seed industries
of this country, and particularly the best
method to pursue with a view to stopping
further promiscuous distrihution of eeeds
on the part of the Government.
The first action of the informal meeting
was to agree upon a letter to be presented
to the President, as per copy printed be-
neath. Notwithstanding that it was Cab-
inet Day, upon which the President's pri-
vate secretary, Mr. Thurber. as a rule de-
clines to receive callers, an exception was
made in favor of the Committee of Seeds-
men. Mr. Thurber stated that he would
attach this protest to the Agricultural Ap-
propriation bill, so that when the Presi-
dent tooli up the Appropriation bill he
would at the same time have the letter be-
fore him.
After the return of the committee from
the White House the meeting, upon motion
of Mr. Burpee, unanimously elected Mr. T.
W. Wood of Richmond. Va., chairman.
After the reading by the chairman of a
number of letters, which he had received
from seedsmen who could not be present,
but who offered hearty co-operation and
promises of subscriptions from firms pres-
ent and other firms represented, a full and
free discussion followed. It was decided
finally that the best plan would be to elect
an Executive Committee to represent the
seed trade generally, with full power to
take such prompt action as might most
likely result in the killing of the Appro-
priation bill in the new Congress, for it
was believed by every member present
that the President would not sign the pres-
ent bill, hence the whole question of the
Agricultural Appropriation bill must nec-
essarily be taken up anew by the Fifty-
fifth Congress, which it is thought will
convene within two or three weeks. On
motion the following Committee of Seeds-
men was elected unanimously; T. W. Wood,
chairman; Jerome B. Rice, Burnet Land-
reth, J. A. Severens and W. Atlee Burpee.
Upon motion of Mr. Brothertou it was
resolved that the chairman of the com-
mittee employ a secretary immediately and
that the committee be empowered to ex-
pend all funds raised by voluntary contri-
such
the
tee might deem best. Any funds remain-
ing in the treasury after the work is done
to be returned pro rata to subscribers.
It was the sense of the meeting that
seedsmen generally throughout the United
States, including all local merchants hand-
ling seeds, should be notified immediately
of the necessity of writing personal pro-
tests to the members of the new Con-
gress, as printed in the "Florists' Ex-
change" of Feb. 27. To enable the com-
mittee to use every endeavor to "mould
public opinion" in the short time it is neces-
sary that funds be subscribed quickly and
liberally.
The meeting adjourned shortly after 4
P. M.. then a number of seedsmen called
upon Secretary Morton and Dr. Dabney,
both of whom have done so much to en-
courage seedsmen in their fight against
this continued competition of Governmental
gratuities.
The Hon. Mr. Morton gave the welcome
information that Dr. Dabney had written
a protest against the appropriatiou of $150,-
000 for the purchase of seeds, as contained
in the present Agricultural Appropriation
hill, that he had strongly Indorsed thiiS
protest which would be received by the
President, with the protest of the seedsmen
as mentioned above, when the Agricultural
bill came before him for his consideration.
Copy of Letter to President
Cleveland.
To the President of the United States:
We. members of leading firms of
seed merchants, and voicing the unani-
mous oDinion of seed growers and dealers
throughout the United States, assembled
to consider means for further arousing
public indignation against the continued
promiscuous distribution of seeds by Con-
gress, desire to express our hearty appre-
ciation of the fact that you declined to sign
the Agricultural Appropriation bill last
\r:v:. ii'ntaining this objectionable feature.
W'l- venture to express the hope that you
will alui) decline to sign the present bill.
Should you decline to sign the present
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bill, as we earnestly petition, we believe it
is possible to convince a majority of the
rr^rabers of Congress that the promiscuous
d tribution of seeds means not only unfair
competition with an important, legitimate
business, but is also, as has been so ably
expressed by your Secretary of Agriculture,
the Hon. J. Sterling Morton, a most offen-
sive form of governmental paternalism.
American people love fair play. Our
farmers and gardeners are not paupers,
whose itching palms are outstretched for
the paltry gift of five packets of common
seeds, which could he purchased tor ten
cents (more or lees) of any seedsman, or at
nearly any village store,. With high
esteem, respectfully submitted,
W. ATLEE BURPER,
T. W. WOOD,
W. BROTHERTON,
M. S. GRIFFITH,
Committee.
Hon. Grover Cleveland, President of the
United States, Washington, D. C.
The subjoined correspondence proves that
free seed distribution has one firm advo-
cate at Washington. We omit that por-
tion of the correspondence of both gentle-
men which, although perhaps leading up
to the formation of their opinions in the
matter discussed, has no bearing on the
present controversy;
U. S. Botanic Gardens,
Washington. D. C, Feb. 20, 1897.
Mr. Atlee Burpee, Contractor for the Sup-
ply of Useful and Ornamental Seed for
the Agricultural Department.
Dear Sir; I received the copies ot the
Philadelphia "Ledger" and "Times"
marked. Your picture and the compliments
to you and your great establishment are
all right, but you will excuse me if I object
to the opinion of both you and SecreUry
.Morton. HOW either of you can accept
money for doing what you think wrong
needs some explanation. I think the dis-
tribution of seed has made your and kin-
dred establishments a possibility. It is
your best evolving agent.
I think it has improved the dietetics of
the industrious farmers and struggling
artisans all over the Union, but especially
in the South and West. That there have
been great mistakes made in the matter is
true. None has made more than the pres-
ent incumbent. He has tried to belittle
the business in every way. I regret to think
ith hii
The un-
patriotic endeavor of the "would he's" and
"and can't get there's" to belittle the
high office of national legislator is a sin
against the people, who are, in my opinion,
amply qualified to select their agents. It
goes without argument that our Govern-
ment is for the people. To the sneer ot
the Secretary in his letter to you about
paternalism I would like to suggest an
amendment, viz.; call it "maternaiism,"
using paternalism for the expenditures at
West Point and Annapolis in the Interest
of war; the building of large shps and
g up Hell Gate and other expendtures
the
.Agriculture needs a motherly interest.
The diffusion ot knowledge among the toil-
ing millions is all important. Increase will
follow as a consequence. The remark I
made to you and our good friends, Landreth
and Dreer, when we met a short time ago,
"that seed was the beginning ot all
wealth." seemed to please you. It is true
.\ man might die for want on a bed ot gold.
Empty silver dishes would not help the
hungry
The great Giver of all good must have
inspired President-elect McKinley and Sen-
ator Allison to select James Wilson of Iowa
as Secretary of Agriculture. No superheat-
ed partisanship will disturb his relations
with the people's legislators. When a
member of the House from Iowa, he had
the frienship and respect of Randall, from
your city; Kerr, the Speaker; Milton Say-
ler. Speaker pro tempore, and many others
on the Democratic side of the House, in-
cluding his countryman, James B. Beck of
Kentucky, who frequently declared to the
writer that he never could master the rules
like Wilson, his practice in courts of law
interfering. I am safe in saying that Wil-
son was the best equipped man, as to the
rules, on the floor of the House. As a
member of the Committee on Agriculture,
his masterly report on "Transportation of
Cattle to the Seaboard," remains a monu-
ment to him as an original investigator.
What other member would have spent elgllt
days on a cattle car from West to East as
he did to get all the facts? The results are
worth untold millions to this nation.
As to his patriotism, this thoroughly
Americanized Scotchman cast lots with his
brother as to who should go to the war or
stay home and manage the farm. For fam-
ily reasons both could not well be spared.
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The Florists* Exchange.
His brother, Peter, drew the prize, as he
phrased it, and went. When Peter return-
ed James divided equally with him lands
acquired, cattle, and everything, to the last
cent, he having been wonderfully successful
as a farmer during the four years war.
His success in raising the standard of the
Agricultural College of Iowa and its experi-
mental station to the first rank is his latest
accomplishment.
Such is the man God's providence and
Major McKinley has selected to preside
over the great agricultural interests ot this
nation.
The seedman's society, of which you are
or were the honored head, together with
the great seed and bulb farms of the whole
ntry.
gua
be
fully considered, and what is best in the in
terest of the greatest good to the greatesi
number will be recommended to the nexl
Congress, and by them will receive due at-
I have no personal acquaintance with Mr,
Morton. I never looked on the light of his
countenance. His public acts and utter-
I am, with great respect and kindness
yours, W. R. SMITH.
P. S. "O wad some pow'r the giftie gie us
To see oursel's as ithers see us!
It wad frae monie a blunder free us
And foolish notion."
Mr. Wm. R. Smith, V. S. Botanical Gar-
dens. Washington, D. C.
Dear Sir— Returning to Philadelphia to-
day, this is my first opportunity to answer
in writing yours of the 20th ult. A week's
absence has allowed so much personal cor-
respondence to accumulate that I cannot
answer as fully as might be desirablt^-
yet from our conversation on Friday last,
after your letter had been received by me
in Washington. I fear that nothing would
change your opinion now as to the pro-
priety of the promiscuous distribution of
seeds by the Government.
In Richmond on Sunday I saw Mr. Alfred
Henderson, the son of your old friend Petei
Henderson, and he was equally as surprised
of the Cougres-
lon seeds, which
al distribution c
be purchased
village
You are quite right in stating that, with
our friends Landreth and Dreer. I was par-
ticularly pleased with your expression that
"Seed was the beginning of wealth." when
we had the pleasure of calling upon you in
January. I must maintain, however, that
you are altogether wrong in thinking that
the Government, after doing so much for
agriculture in giving in the first place, in
many cases, land, then an annual appro-
priation for agricultural colleges and ex-
perimental stations (of which I heartily
approve) should donate also seeds of com-
mon varieties of vegetables and flowers,
the packets of which bear, as if in bur-
lesque, the request "Please report the re-
sult of your trial to the United States De-
partment of Agriculture."
Coming into close contact with farmers
and gardeners throughout America I know
that the great majority are not the men-
dicants that some members of Congress
seem to consider them— standing with out-
stretched hands, begging for five packets of
seed worth
I do not know how you became so preju-
diced against Secretary Morton, but I feel
sure that the animus of the bitter censure
to which he has been subjected by men of
his own party is due largely to the Arm
■stand which he has maintained so conslsl-
ently for right and truth. He does not want
our farmers, laborers or merchants to be
paid in depreciated currency. No other
has done so much
You think it inconsistent for me to take
Government money for doing what I do
not approve of the Government ordering tj
be done. We are faithfully fulfllling our
chasable— the contract calling for seeds
only.
Only last week I said to Secretary Morton
that should the appropriation for the Gov-
ernmental distribution of seeds be passed
this year, we would bid so low that we
would be likely to secure the order again.
I purpose to continue the fight, and am not
willing to be placed in a position where
the motive of jealousy could be attributed
to my action. You can certainly see that
it would have been unbecoming in me to
attack this system last season, when our
friends D. Landreth & Sons had the or-
der. Sincerely yours,
W. ATLEE BURPEE.
Editor FlririMii'' Exchavge:
glance hastily over the magnificent attack
you have made on that colossal humbug,
"The Government Free Seed Distribution."
With the limited time at my disposal, I
can only thank you, as a seedsman, for the
work you are doing, as well as for what you
have already done, to stop this iniquitous
practice, degrading alike to the recipient,
the sender and the great mass of our peo-
ple, who while cognizant of the fraud yet
remain supine and allow it to be perpetrat-
ed at their expense, and in their name.
The lethargy of the people at large may
be excused on the ground of want of per-
sonal interest and a consequent lack of in-
timate knowledge: but the same can hardly
be said of the seedsmen, and the call of
Secretary Morton for them to take the mat-
ter in hand is timely. It only needs a full
tree di
of the
(ider dis:
their true light, I be-
lieve, to puncture this glaring fraud so
thoroughly that it will be forever laid low.
In justice to ourselves, in common with
other representative seed houses, it may be
said that only recently have we realized
what a menace to the seed business of the
country this "Government Free Seed Dis-
tribution" has become. With one notable
exception, we seedsmen have been too
apathetic on this question, the one excep-
tion referred to — there may be others I can-
not now recall— was the late James Vick
Senior, to whose lasting honor it should be
said that beginning over a quarter of a
century ago in his annual catalogue, he not
only pointed out the wrong that was being
done to the seed trade by the "Government
Free Seed Distribution," but went farther
and pointed out the tendency this practice,
if persisted in and enlarged, would have in
debauching the moral sense of a large por-
tion of the rural community, by leading
them to expect something for nothing,
making of them as it were national men-
dicants. If we had all of us taken the same
view then that Mr. Vick did, the wrong of
which we now complain would not have
reached the proportions it has attained to-
day, and it would, therefore, have been the
more easily strangled.
It cannot be too often or too strongly
emphasized that this "Government Free
Seed Distribution" as carried on for the
last twenty-five years at least is a clear
violation of the original statute that cre-
ated it, and that the original purpose is so
distorted that its author would in all proba-
b.lity be the first to raise his voice againat
it, were he alive to-day.
The gallant flght which the present Sec-
retary, Mr. Morton, has all through his
term made against this unjust practice is
a matter of recent history; and yet, bold
and persistent as his warfare has been,
we have seen how even he had finally to
succumb. In our own experience, every
one of the heads of the Agricultural De-
partment with whom we have come in con-
tact from time to time have deplored the
fact that owing to Congressional pressure,
they were unable to carry out either the
spirit or the letter of the law, i. e., to send
out "rare, valuable and improved seeds,
bulbs, plants, etc." Such being always
scarce are naturally high priced, and as it
is QUANTITY and not QUALITY that the
average Congressman looks for in seeds, to
advance his political fortunes, the heads of
the Agricultural Department, whether they
have been commissioners or Secretaries,
in order to secure necessary appropriations,
have had to purchase old and time-worn
varieties, most of which were already vet-
erans when we who are now seniors in
our respective establishments were still in
short clothes. It would only be a logical
conclusion for our paternal lawmakers to
send out with the seed they now distribute
free the necessary fertilizers and tools to
completely round out their gift. Happily
for the dealers in these, our sagacious leg-
islators have not as yet entered into com-
petition with them, but why they should
not we fail to see; for it is just as fair
for this great government of ours to dis-
tribute the articles named, or in fact any-
thing else free, as to give away as they do
up to this hour, I conside:
propriation of $5,000 a year, or to strain a
point, $10,000 a year, would have been all
sufficient, that is if the head of the De-
partment had at all times been permitted
to use his own judgment as to purchase and
distribution. The department would not
only then have kept within the letter and
the spirit of the law but would also, I be-
lieve, have been a real benefit to both our
agricultural and horticultural communities.
PETER HENDERSON & CO.,
By Alfred Henderson, President.
New York, Feb. 21. 1897.
Editor Florists* Exchange:
We cannot say more in disapproval
the governmental seed
it will
time
every seedsman in the United States.
The large surplus of stocks from the
past two years and the anxiety of seeds-
men to dispose of them has enabled the
government to distribute several times the
quantity they were wont to do when the
seeds were purchased and put up by gov-
ernment employes. If to this should be
added the privilege of selection ot seeds by
individuals, what firm can stand such com-
petition?
One firm claims their loss by free dis-
tribution last year was $50,000, and the
storekeepers lost their commission, which
was quite as much, making $100,000 loss
through one firm, and all the seedsmen in
the United States felt this outrage in like
proportion.
It was most aptly expressed by Mr.
Frank A. Munsey of "Munsey's Magazine,"
in a letter to us, which reads:
"It is rather a cold proposition to have a
competitor who is willing to work for noth-
ing and find the stuff. Ordinarily a busi-
hin
ith th(
thought that this sort or a game cannot
last long, but when the resources of the
United States government are at his com-
mand it is rather too slow a process to wait
for the inevitable reaction. The writer has
been interested in watching the fight that
the seedsmen of the country have been put-
ting up to stop this practice of free dis-
tribution of seeds on the part of the gov-
ernment, and hopes to see them win. Is
it your opinion that the response from seed
advertising in general mediums has fallen
off by reason of the government's having
gone into the seed business?"
In checking up our advertising the p-ast
week, we found immediately under our ad-
vertisement in a country paper a free no-
tice of the Congressman requesting all
who wanted seeds free to send their names
and addresses to him.
Is it coming to this throughout the
United States? It so, then, the publishers
will lose the seedsmen's advertising. The
storekeepers will lose the profit on seeds
which they might have sold. The growers
or farmers will lose the living prices paid
by competing seedsmen for the best stocks.
The seedsmen will invest their capital in
a business in which the Government will
not compete. The people will lose the bene-
fit of pure seeds of the highest types, as all
stimulus and rivalry between seedsmen to
furnish only the best ia taken away and the
business will degenerate.
Who will be the gainer? Something must
be done by seedsmen for self-preservation
at once. Not a man in the business would
complain it the government would confine
its work to the testing of all varieties ot
seeds and issuing bulletins ot educational
The past has proven that seedsmen and
nurserymen who make a business of study-
ing their lines ot trade always secure the
new and better varieties, and their facili-
ties tor introducing them are tar superior
to those ot the government. There has
never been a new variety introduced by the
government.
The seeds sent out by the government are
as staple to the seedsmen as sugar to a
grocer. This has been endured too long
and a stop must be called.
A very large majority ot the present
Representatives in Congress were elected
by the people to protect business industries,
one of the foundation stones of which is
agriculture, and these protecting Repre-
sentatives by their first act have nearly an-
nihilated this industry.
We thank you for the good work you
are doing. Keep it up, and get every
paper in the United States to help you.
JAMES VICKS SONS.
President Cleveland having de-
clined to sign the Agricultural Bill,
which contained the free seed pro-
viso, gives the seed trade time and
opportunity to conduct an aggressive
campaign of education, leading to
its abolition forever. The new Con-
gress convenes March 15, and every
reader of the Exchange should pro-
test vigorously and at once to his
Congressman.
Tariff on Seeds.— Recently in this city,
committees from all the commercial or-
ganizations ot California met in conference
on tariff matters. Our people went be-
fore the Committee on Report and recom-
mended a scale ot duties on seeds which
we are pleased to say was accepted, and
I made a part ct the report of proceedings,
a copy ot which we take pleasure in mail-
ing to you to-day under separate cover. 1
am sorry to say, however, we were the only
firm or party who took an interest, localh-.
1 in the matter, notwithstanding California's
pre-eminence in seed-growing. If only the
people of the United States would learn to
be more wakeful and watchful, commer-
cially, the cry ot hard times and surplus
stocks would surely become an echo of the
past. Let us all stand solid on this line
of effort for just duties and living prices.
Undernoted is the
ferred to in the foregoing c
"The seed growers of this State suggest
the following, which we approve, except in
the case ot beans and peas:
"5 cents per pound on all tui^ips, rape,
spinach, parsley, beet, mangold.
"10 cents per pound on carrot, leek and
radish.
"15 cents per pound on celery, lettuce
and endive.
"20 cents per pound on cabbage, kale,
onion, tomato.
"20 cents per bushel on peas and beans.
"40 cents per pound on kohl-rabi, brac-
coli.
"50 cents per pound on cauliflower.
"All flower seeds 60 per cent, ad valorem.
"All seeds not enumerated 60 per cent, ad
"Beans and peas are grown largely as a
farm product and form one ot the special
industries ot California. This committee
believes that the duty of 40 cents per bushel
as given in the Act ot 1890 should be al-
St. Paul.— Mr. Parmelee, of the Allan
Seed Company, and Mr. Cheeseman, repre-
senting Joseph Breck's Sons, were recent
callers.
Onion sets have advanced rapidly in
price, owing to the heavy Southern demand
ot late, and will go as high as $2.50 to $3
per bushel in large lots, according to the
The
a good strong demand tor seed
wheat and seed
of field seeds.
Catalogue sale
the average in
and. in tact, all kinds
; reported nearly up to
section. With a gra-
by Uncle Sam ot 20.-
000.000 packets of seeds, it is a wonder that
there is any trade left. This infamous
practice, if continued a few years longer,
will ruin the seed trade ot .America, and
instead of seeking protection from foreign
labor we will be compelled to seek protec-
tion from our own law makers.
VERITAS.
European Notes.
A slight change for the better in Euro-
pean weather during the past week has
caused an influx ot orders of a most satis-
factory description, and if the present im-
proved conditions continue the returns for
the month ot February will be exceptional-
ly good.
The time has now arrived for sowing the
stock seeds ot our annual crops, such as
radish, cress, spinach and sweet peas. In
every case the breadth sown will be much
below the average. This is owing to two
causes: First, the unremunerative prices
obtained for last season's crops; a loss
largely increased by the uncertainty attend-
ing the present tariff legislation on your
side.
Unless a definite decision on this latter
subject is speedily reached it is probable
that some people will reap a rich harvest
and others will have to be content with
very scanty gleanings from the odd corners
of the field.
The latest reports from your side re-
specting sweet peas confirm the prediction,;
often set forth in these notes. It is all
very well to "enthuse" the growers until
they are led to produce an immense supply:
but, unless the public is enthused to an
equal extent, and the financial condition of
the country is good, somebody (usually the
grower) has got to lose money. But for the
commendable caution and prudence dis-
played by the whole body of European
growers the losses on these would have
been enormous. As it is, growers on this
side are fairly well satisfied.
The supply ot cut bloom from the South
of Europe is deluging the northern markets
to a greater extent than ever, and it is
certain to affect the sale ot Roman hya-
cinths next season. Many of the largest
consumers of this article have definitely de-
cided to close up that branch of their trade.
The plentiful supply of rains should pre-
vent any scarcity of first size bulbs for 1S97.
American tuberoses are better than we
have seen them, but the florists are not
eager to buy. EUROPEAN SEEDS.
Mirch 6, 1897.
The Pl-orists'
•XCHKNGl
217
BO AT 100 RATE. O U A Q lAf
BOO AT 1000 RATE. V^flMkWa Wf
Strong', healtliy ROSES
Per ICO Per 1000
e,n,ald ..'. » 0" 2^00
mosa. jime. Hoate. CInthllde Soupert. Aiinp-
plna, Duchess of Albany. $3. per 100.
Kwst CARNATIONS, 2H-iaBb pots.
Per 100 Per 1000
.Scott »200 fIBOO
'^'°""!^"::::.:::::::.::. ■::.::.:::!% um
WHEN WRITINO MENTION
eVERV ri^ORIST OUGHT "TO
II^UHE HIS GLA88 AGAINST
For partlonlari addreaa
JOHN G.ESLKR.Seo'y, Saddle RiTer. N.J.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHANGE
GOOD STOCK IT LOW PBIGE.
Cnue .le§Hniiiln'>H. Gardenia Florida, strong nnd
s.orky.Sto 12 inches 50c. a dcz. ».-!.00 a 100. »25 00
a 1000: .1 to fi inches. «1.50 a 100, »12 50 a ICOOl 1 to IH
n.. »5 00 a 100; 2 to 3 ft., flO.OO a ICO.
Cnllfornia Pi-lvet, 3 to 4 ft.. »2.00 a 100: 2 to 3 ft.,
»1 60 a 100: 1« to 2 ft.. Jl.OO a 100. $7.50 a lOOO.
Arbor VitK f'orapncta.l 1 to 1« ft.. »5.00a 100; 8
to 6 Inches. $1,00 a 100.
JOHN mONKHOUSE, Caddo Nursery,
REIIVIERS, LOUISVILLE. KY.
25 at 100 rate. PALMS.
Stronn. 2-lnch pots. Per 100
Latanla Borbonlca $ 5 00
PhosQlx recllnata 15 00
Keutia Belmoreana U 00
Chamferops excelsa 6 00
3J^and4-lnch pots.
Latanla borbonlca, 4 to 5 characterized leaves 28 00
Plueulx recllnata. IS inches high, 3 characterized
leaves 25 00
4 in a pot 50 00
THE rLORISTB' EXCHANGE
Galax Leaves.
CHAS. H. RICKSECKER, Linville, N. C
FERNS
pots, $6.00 per 100 ; $50.00 pel
Please Remit When Orderine.
JOHN WELSH YOUNG, Gemantown, Pa.
IDIIKTUM CUNEITUM.
STRONG AND BUSHY.
3 in. $6 per 100; 21-4 in. $3 per 100 ; $25 per 1000
Cash with Order.
CHAS. F. BAKER, UUca, N. Y.
WHEN WHITING MENTION THE_ FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
FOR EASTER BLOOMING.
. *8.00 per 100
. Scott 4 MrQ
deBnialfl,»2.0Oi.
rOovta
--- - .-M per 11
ers, »1.00perlOO; »8
WHITTON & SONS,
Wholesale Floiists, City and Green Sts., Ulica. N. Y
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
NEPHROLEPIS EXALTATA
....BOSTONIENSIS....
THE BOSTON DROOPING FERN.
all for df.ub
Small nlantsat $10. *C0. JSOand »1C0 per 1000. »5, »7
»I0 and J15 per ICO Read j now. or orders booked f 01
Junetii Augual de'lverv. 50 at 100: 20 at 1000 rale.
HEATH PLANTS.
at $2.ind (Iperdoz. Now ready. Veiy'dne plantt!
Always sell well.
ROOTED CUTTINGS, DAYBREAK CARNATIONS.
»! per ICO; $15 per 1000.
L. H. FOSTER.
4B KINO ST. - DORCHESTER, MASS,
♦♦♦♦«♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦
I JULIUS ROEHRS, |
^ Headquarters for jX
I Palins_fi:f
: Decorative Plants, |
^ RUTHERFORD, N. J.
P.O. Address, • Carlton Hill, N. J.
F.&F.Nurseriesgf|^|i;
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
DEPARTnENT OF AQRICULTURE.
ferred on Nursery Stock f
. GROFF, Special Agent.
50.000 PEACH i»w°sf;r'ic
0. L. LONGSDORF, Floradale, Pa.
DELAWARE COLLEGE AGRICULTURAL
EXPERIMENT STATION.
Department of Hobtictjltdrk
Mk. a. Pullen. Milford. Delaware.
a iarife number of trees and plants in your nurs
for peach yellows, peach rosette and San Jose a
and have b^en unable to fltid any of the above
|r^n^u^nous^^n8ec sor
G. HAROLD POWELL,
HORTICCLTDRI8T AND ENTOMOLOGIf
Delaware CoUejte AKrlcultural Experiment Su
PEACHY PLUM TREES
FOR SPRING DELIVERY, 1897.
Reliable and ciran "tock at low fvhole-
ASPARAGUS ROOTS.
•i and 3 Years, !>tvODE.
ALEXANDER PULLEN,
llfMord Narserlea. MU FORD. UEI.
20,000 AMPELOPSIS VEITOHII.
to 12 In., 3c.; 12 to 18 in., 4c.; 2 to 3 ft., a
ivy, 8c.
lit Trees
ppllcatioo.
.lapan Maples, IH to 2 ft., 30c,; 2 to 3 ft., 46c.;
3 to 4 ft.. 76c.
Tree Paeonlas, 30 varieties, 3 years, 70c.
Itambusa, 10 new varieties, 40c,
Hardy Phlox, large clumps, 5o.
I.atania Uorbonira, 3-inch pots, 6c.
HTdrangea Otakaa, $3.00 per 100.
Mlinm Harrlsll, inbnd for Easter, at 4c. per
bud.
THE ELIZABETH NURSERY CO."'?.:'jr^"
Dreer's Special Offer
FOR MARCH.
AZALEAS FOR EASTER.
We are this season carrying an unusually
large stock of Azaleas in the best varieties
and in fine condition for Easter. As these
plants can be shipped more safely when in
bud, we wish to impress the importance of
early orders. We will not be responsible for
injuries arising from late shipment when the
buds are developed. 6-inch pots, with fine
bushy crowns, 10 to 12 Inches in diameter,
well set with buds, $6.00 per doz.: $40.00 per
100. 6-inch pots, fine plants, well set, 12 to IB
inches in diameter, $9.00 per doz.; $70.00 per
100. Specimen plants, $3.00. $3.50 and $3,00
Now is the time to plant for early flower-
ing; the strain is the same as has been sent
out by us for several seasons, the best that
can be procured.
WE OFFER.
Sin!?les in choicest mixture $3,50 per 100; $20.00 per 1,000
" separate colors, scarlet, crimson, white, yellow,
orange and rose 3.00 " " 25,00 "
Doubles in choicest mixture 1.00 "doz; 7.00 '_| 100
" " separate colors as scarlet, white, rose and yellow. 1.26 " '* 8.0O
PTnYTMIAC A most select strain of the CrassI- _„.
uLUAliMAo. folia type in flne mixture 4,00 " 100; 30.00 " 1,000
SEASONABLE HERBACEOUS STOCK.
Alltbetnls Tinctorla, 1 year old clumps $1.00 per doz.; $7.00 per 100
Aquiletfla Coerulea and Ctarysantba, 3-incb pots 75 " 6 00
Aster Grandiflorus, Bni st of all the hardy varieties, with large
violet tlowei-s 35ct8. each; 3.50perdoz.
Boltorla Asteroldes 75 per doz.; 6.00 " 100
Coreopsis I^aiiceolata, strong 1 year old clumps 1.00 '• " 6.00 "
Campanula Aliarliefolla, 3-inch pots 76 •' " 6.00 " "
Carpatica, " 76 " " 6.00 " "
♦* Grossekl, clumps , 75 " "6 00 " "
Clematis Davidiaiia, strong 3-inch pots 75 " " 6.00 " "
Delpliliiium Formosum, 1 year fleld grown 60 " " 4.00 " ■■
Dlanttans Plumarlus Stanislaus, strong clumps 76 " " 6.00 " •'
nieljtraSpectabllis, strong clumps 60 " " 6.00 " "
DlRltalls I ho .xBlove), strong clumps 75 " " 6.00 " "
Doroiilcum Ivxcelsuni, strong clumps 1.00 " " 8.00 " "
Rplmedlum niacranttaum 60 " " 6.00 "
Funkla Japonlca Alba 1.00 " " 8.00 " "
" " Coerulea 60 " " 4.00 "
GalllardlaGrandlflora.l year old plants 100 " " 8,00 " "
Hellopsis Pitcberianus, 1 yesr old clumps 75 " " 6,00 " "
HeucheraSanKUinea,8trong.3.inch pots 100 " " 8,00 •• "
Henierocallis, fl. pi. Double Orange Lily 75 " " 6.00 " "
Hibiscus, Crimson Eye, strong 1 year old 60 " " 4.00 "
Japanese Iris, 24 flne varieties 1.60 " " 10.00 " ••
German Iris, 10 choice varieties 76 " " 6.00 "
Hellanttaus Itlaxlmilllana, strong 100 " " 8.00 " "
** Riifidus, strong clumps 75 " ' 6.00 " "
Hypericum Moserlanum, strong 2 year old plants 100 " " 6,0n " ■•
Lycbnls Semperflorens Pleulsslma, 1 year plants 1.00 " " 8.00 " "
Vlscarla Alba Plena, 1 year planta 1.00 " ' 8.00 " "
IberisGlbraltarica, hardy Candytuft, ZM-inch pots 80 " 4.00
Lobelia Cardlnalls 76 " " 6.00 " "
nionarda Dldyma, clumps 75 •' 6.00 " "
Oenothera Fraserl and Splendens,2;<^-incb pots 60 " " 4.00 "
Pardantbus Sinensis, Bhukberry Lily 30 " • 2.00 ' "
Platvcodon Grandlflorum, 1 year old clumps 75 " 6,00 "
Hardy Pinlis-Her Majesty, Mrs. Sinkins, Laura Wtlmer,
.T'lliPtip and Prince Arthiii-, strong clumps 7.'i " " 6.00 "
Herbaceous Paeonlas, 13 choice viirietles, strong 2.00 " '' 1.5.00 " ■'
Hardy Pblox, 25 varieties, 3-tnch pots 60 4.0O
PrimulaRosea 75 " ' 6 00 " "
»>eduni Acre 60 " ' 4.00 "
Statice Armeria (Sea Pinkl. clumps 76 6i«i
Tritoma Vvaria Grandlflora, strong 1.25 " 10.00 " "
HARDY VINES AND CREEPERS.
Ampelopsls Veltcbli, strong pot-grown. 3-ineh pots^^^ ^^^ ^^ ^ ^^^ ^^ ^^ ^^^ ^^
Clematis, Hardy Hybrids, all leading varieties, 2 year old, euchaa Jnckmannl. Henryi.
Duchess of Edinburgh, etc., etc $3.76 per doz.: $30.00 per 100
Clematis Paniculata, sirnnp 3-it>ch pots $0,76 per doz.; $6.f0 per 100; $6000 per l,mO
Clematis Coccinea and Crlspi, strong 2 year old $1.00 per doz.; $7,00 per 100
For a full line of General Florists' Stock and especially Dec-
orative Plants for which we 'are headquarters, see our Current
Trade L,i.st, new issue of which will be ready about ]>Iarch 25tli.
HENRY A. DREER, 714 Chestnut St., Phila.
218
The Plorists' Exchhnge.
REINBERG BROS.
Strong, Healthy R^OSES From 2Ji inch pots.
AMERICAN BEAUTY and TESTOUT $5.00 per 100 : $40.00 per 1000
GOLDEN GATE, PERLE BELLE SIEBRECHT. METEOR, BRIDE, BRIDESMAID, KAISERIN
and LA FRANCE, $3.0U per 100; $25.00 per 1000. No orders tor less than 100 of one variety
accepted. We are the largest Eose growers in the United States, and can fill all orders with the
very best stock.
Rose CuttinKS, $i.So per lOO ; American Beauty, $2.50 per 100.
CAR NATION S-Rooted Cuttings.
IVORY and DELLA FOX $3.00 per 100 ; $35.00 per 1000. ROSE QUEEN, $2.60 per 100; $30.00 per 1000.
WM. SCOTT, DAYBREAK, NANCY HANKS, TIDAL WAVE, ALBERTINI, PORTIA, LIZZIE
GILBERT, CORSAIR, LIZZIE MoGOWAN, STORM KING and SILVER SPRAY.
$1.00 per 100; $8.00 per 1000. No orders for less than 100 of any one variety accepted.
Special PriceB on large lots. The above stock is well rooted and free from rust. Send orders to
51 ^WABASH AVE., CHICAGO, ILLS.
Carnations! looteil Cflttlngs.
(Hooted cuttings now ready
Mayor Plngree, Meteor, McGowan, Day
break, Scott, Portia, and other good ones.
Good Hoallhy D f\ C IT C "" Sprlns
Stock K V^ a C O Deliver/.
Send for price list.
CUT ROSES and CARNATIONS always In stock.
H. DALE - - Brampton, Ont
Hew aose, Yellow nanmiiir
(AGCAIA.)
The only hardy yellow rose. A splendid compan-
ion to Crimson Rambler. Bound to become popular.
Buy while the stock lasts. Fine -iH in. plants,
$13.00 per 100. Address
THE DINGEE & CONARD CO.,
Rose Growers, -WTest Grove, Pa.
YOUNG ROSES.
__j have taken
them for »3 per 100. A Iso 1
100. 200 Pteris Tremula, t
Young Carnations, from Flats,
of Scott, Daybreak, Wave, Albertini, Meteor,
Garfleld, Alaska, Puritan, Storm King and El-
dorado, at $3 per 100. Clean strong stock.
GEO. A. RACKHAm,
880 Van Dyke Ave., - DETROIT, MICH.
ROSHS . .
From 2H
Bridi
»2.50 per 100; »20.0
Bridesmaid, II M
sGuilloI, Mary W
Rickard, '
nley, M.NIel,
hardy pink Climbioir Rose, prows as rapidly as a
Morning Glory: bound to become popular. 13.00 per
100; »25.00 per 1000.
...GERANIUMS...
»2.50 per 100; »M per lOUO.
leleranth, Le Piolet, .Jas. V. Murkland
"^Mrs. Clins. Ppaae, California.
urNen8eeillinEGeraniuni,JolinA.Doyli
—Bound to take the place of Ileteranth and othe
geraniums of that class aB it is far superior incoioi
" .,„ ..._.. 1 bloom, and Isof a decided
all theEoodqui
dingGi
size of dowel
I ideal I
ai'iTSm. "11.00 po°r lOo" ti"w p
J. A. DOYLE, - Springfield, Ohio
ROSHS.
HIBISCUS AND GERANIUMS.
. pots, 12.25 per 100
. Grill
__ch. de 1
Eraest Metz
Dncb. de Brabant
Marie Van Hout
aitimet
Meteor
Mme. Camllle
Mme.CecileBerthod
Mme. Jos. iScbwarti
>ime. I.ombard
Mme. Marirottin
Mnje. Sch waller
Papa Gentler
Princess ot 8agan
Pres. Gaulain
SnowFlak"'"'
Sombreull
Striped l,a France
Tbo Qaeen
Vioior Hugo
White La Trance
TERMS CASH WITH ORDER.
R.H.MURPHEY,Urbana,Ohio
La Pactole
La Princess Vera
M. Niel
Maman Cochet
Marie Gaiilot
VERBENAS,
COLEUS, 30
HELIOTROPE,
AGERATUM.D
.75
.60
- 1.00
]blue75
6.00
5.00
8.00
6.00
CHRYSANTHEMUMS, 20 finest
standard varieties, - - 1.^0 12. £0
TERMS: Cash with order.
CHAS. E. SMITH,
Cor. Jefferson and .lackson Aves., YORK, PA
President Carnot Rose.
We won Fir*t Premium with this rose at the
great Indianapolis 'Mum show last November,
with stems from SH to 4 ft. lonpr. We have a
fine stock of own roots and grafted plants.
Write for prices.
W. W. COLES,
Maple HIM Ross Farm, - - KOKOMO, IND.
TIBEE m RiBLEHS
Companions to Crimson Pamblar.
AGLAIA, or YELLOW RAMBLER.
EUPHROSYNE, or PINK RAMBLER.
A clear light red.
THALIA, or WHITE RAMBLER.
Pure white.
Send for free coloritype plate and desoriptivf
circular of Aglaia. Every florist should handh
these three important novelties. Strong plants
from 214 inch pots, ready March 1st. $2.00
per 10 ; J16.00 per 100.
Send for Trade List of hardy, fleld-
uhs, Or
; Plants, i
ait Trees,
JACKSON & PERKINS CO.
NEWARK, NEW YORK.
Chrysanthemums
"traTe lS^ Carnations
has been mailed.
If it has not been received
THE ASKING
will place it on your desk.
Violets
Roses
fl. B.—200 SOUV. du PRESIDENT
CARNOT Roses, from 2yi, in. pots,
in the best of condition, ready to
shift. Price for immediate delivery
on application.
NATHAN SMITH & SON,
ADRIAN, MICHIGAN.
KEEP THIS. WE ISSUE NO CATALOGUE. ^
ROSESII
HIGHEST GRADE i
LOWEST PRICES ^
»_ QUALITY OF STOCK CUARANTEED. ^
^ All Prices on Strong Young Plants from 2M> inch Pots. ^
—
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FOLLOWING LIST, $2.75 per 100
$25.00 per 1000.
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Bride
Lucullus
J. B.Varrone
^
»—
Bridesmaid
Purple China
Folkestone
^
^
Brabant
mine. J. Schwartz
C. Cooli
Victoria
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Coquette de Lyon
Clothilde Soupert
Snow Klafee
Marie Van Houtte
Sen. MclSaURhton
Maman Cochet
3
Pink Soupert
Marie Gnillot
^
Etoile de Lyon
Rutiens
E
nime. P. Krugrer
Louise de La Rive
Yellow Hermosa
— •
AKrippina
Mme. ^Velche
Miss Wenn
=s
CLIMBERS.
^
1
Mary ^Vastiinicton
Lamarque
■W. A. Richardson
C. ta France
C. Devonieusls
R. M. Henrielte
Marechal KJlel
Solfaterre
i
Prairie Queen
Mme. C. Custer
AuKUSta
s=
=3
^ FOLLOWING LIST, S3.25 per lOO;
Jp: Hermosa La France
^= Mine. Hoste Perle des Jardlns
g^ Bon Sllene Sunset
^ Golden Gate Meteor
fc: Mrs. Ue Graw Wootton
^Z Beautelnconstant Kalserln Augusta
^ Gontler Victoria
fc: Malmalson Mme. C. Testout
S30.00 per lOOO. =5
iMlphetos :^
Christine de None =S
Duchess of Albany -^
Belle Sletarecht 33
Aird Rousemont ^^
Mme. Plantler ^5
Mme. P. Morgan ;^
CLIMBERS.
y^ Climbing Perle
^ Empress of China
^ Gloire de Dijon
^= Crimson Rambler
xooj $30.00 per 1000
100; 23.00 " 1000
$4.00 per 100
4.00 " 100
^ Write for prices on 3 and 4-inch stock. ^
^ $3O0perl0O. GERANIUMS Sa.OOperlOO. ^
Heteranthe
Emerson
Le contable
Emily de Gtrardlr
■¥Vhlte Swan
Mountain of Snow
Harriet Thorpe
Gold Dust
De Brazzee ::3
Re Vmberto ^
Gripper Banks =^
S. A. ISutt Z^
B ne^.oo CHRYSANTHEMUMS '?e"r",oo a
Geo. Bramhall
Golden Gate
Ivory
M. Arlstee
Miveus
Major Bonnaffon
Titian
Inter-Oceaii
Enfant des deux =^
Mondes :S
Col. W. B. Smith 12
iriety, our own selection $2,00 per 100.
^ SS.OOper 100. HELIOTROPES Sa.OOper lOO. ^
^ $4.00 per 100.
^ President Carnot
^ Wettstelnii
g" Itobert George
BEGONIAS
M. de Lesseps
Argenlea
Monge
S4.00 per lOO. =^
Thurstonl ^
Clementina :^
Mme. Xreyoe ~^
^ $3.00 per 100.
^3 Bertha C. Rocher Sanderson! Robusta
^ Alba Perfecta Multiflora Feastii
^~ Rex Begonias in variety. S4.oo per 100.
t: MEXICAN PRIMROSES
g- MOON VIKE
»- SA3SSEVIERA ZEYLAISICA, i}4
$2.50 per 100 =5
2.50 " 100 z^
la large plants, 4.00 " 100 ^3
g— " " 3>^ " '• " " 6,00 " 100 I^
£= TERMS: Cash with Order. =S
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March 6, 1897.
The F=ii-ORiSTS' Exchange.
219
NEW
ROSE
best all round Rose introduced in the past five years, both for winter forcing and
open air culture. If you want the best plants for next winter's forcing, ORDBR
NOW. Plants will be sent out March 15th, and are now in splendid
condition. All are ready for either 3 inch or 4 inch pots.
i
pVEN in these
dull times
there has been
no better selling
Rose as a cut
flower than
President Carnot.
The price is so
low that every
one can plant it
largely.
IJNLIKE other
New Roses it
has been tested
and successfully
grown in all
sections of the
country.
ir
A
¥0 other Rose
has received
so many Medals
and Certificates
of Merit.
The strongest
imaginable
grower. Blooms
can be cut with
three foot stems
if desired.
♦
A PERFECTLY
hardy garden
Rose.
EVERY wide a=
wake Florist
should plant it.
KfiVJ is the time
1^"" to order.
Y
President Carnot has no weak points and by voluntarily restricting the production this
Spring, and sending out only guaranteed plants, the undersigned growers are determined that it
shall not be injured by over propagation. Plants are now ready to deliver in first-class condition.
Strong Plants from 2 1-2 inch pots, $3.00 per doz.; $15.00 per 100; $125.00 per 1000. iSo%°o^°orT,ro2STI:
STRAUSS & CO.,
WASHINGTON, D. C.
ROBT. CRAIG,
Mention paper. PHILA., PA.
ROBT. SCOTT & SON,
PHILA., PA.
E. G. HILL & CO.,
RICHMOND, IND.
ERNST ASMUS,
WESTEHOBOKEN, N.J.
220
Violets for Philadelphia Market.
The queen of violets, and, withal, the
most difficult to grow, is Marie Louise.
She is fair, but fickle. Trust her not; oh,
trust her not. I have seen plants the acme
of perfection when taken from the field
in the fall, but after being housed for a
short time were fairly covered with "spot,"
for which I have never found a remedy.
Shouia the plants become diseased later
in the season, say from the first to the
middle of February, after being well set
with buds, and not being too badly af-
fected, a tliorough picking of all infected
leaves should be done; the temperature
kept at 45 degrees at night and plenty of
ventilation given in favorable weather
during the daytime. A judicious m^anipu-
lation of the hose is necessary, which, by
the way. is one of the greatest secrets of
the fioristis' success in growing everything
under glass. Keep the plants on the dry
side and use no water on the foliage what-
ever. With this treatment I have picked
quantities of fair sized blooms after the
plants haai become spotted, but in no case
have they reached the dollar size. Plants,
too, must be perfect in every respect.
The variety Lady Hume Campbell has
superseded the Marie Louise to a certain
extent in our Philadelphia market, not
been so susceptible to disease; although
I have seen as badly diseased plants of
Campbell as I ever did of M'arie Louise.
In the case referred to the plants occupied
a position on the same bench with the
disea.3ed Marie Louise, and having only a
short time previously been lifted, and not
having yet made any fibrous or working
roots, became an easy prey to fungus germs
floating in the atmosphere. I have also
seen Swanley White grown side by sid»
with diseased plants of Marie Louise in
the field, and not a spot could be fouud on
Swanley White; at other times I have seen
that variety badly infected with spot, show-
ing that either a sudden check or some
atmospheric conditions, or both cause
them to be easily affected with this
fungus, which wben once started is very
contagious and will infest a whole bouse
in a very short time. It appears only in
the fall and winter. I have seen plants
that have been spotted kept until spring
m'ake clean bealthy looking foliage. I
think the reason Marie Louise is so sus-
ceptible to disease is on account of its
having been propagated for so many years,
which has impaired its constitution, for old
gardeners have told me that years ago this
popular variety was no more trouble to
grow than the older single Schoenbrunn.
Violets are troubled with another disease
worse than spot. In this diseajse the outer
edges of the leaves assume a dark color,
gradually dying until the leaves are en-
tirely eaten away, nothing remaining but
the naked orown. When once this disease
badly attacks the plants, there is but one
alternative— put them in the furnace.
The single violets, although subject to
the same diseases, are more hardy and ro-
bust, and therefore better able to cope
with adversities. The old single variety,
Schoenbrunn, "the fakirs' friend," is the
most productive and easiest grown of all
the cultivated violets. Give it any kind
of a chance and it will live, and with half
a chance it will bloom. An old grower,
in speaking of this violet, said that a few
years back fifty bunches would supply
Chestnut street; now the fiowers are sold
by the million!
There have been several valuable acqui-
sitions to the violet family in recent years—
the Prinoesse de Galles (Princess of Wales)
Luxonne and California. Princesse de Galles
is the largeist and coarsest grower of the
three, and from my first experience with
it on a small scale, I would pronounce it
the largest, with Luxonne next. Although
the Luxonne has not the body, and has a
bad habit of showing the green neck above
the flower, making it a difficult violet to
bunch, it produces an enormous quantity
of blooms when properly treated.
California is similar to Luxonne; although
distinct in foliage and habit, it holds the
blooms more erect, and the foliage is dark-
er green. All the single varieties above
The Plorists' Exghhnge.
mentioned are well adapted to cold frames,
but do better housed at a low temperature.
You have asked me which is the best
violet to grow, for the Philadelphia market.
It Marie Louise could be grown to perfec-
tion, it, by all odds, would sell the best
on account of its royal purple color and long
stems, and its great blooming qualities;
it even exceeds the Campbell in that re-
spect. The latter has taken the place of
Marie Louise in our market, and is cer-
tainly an excellent substitute, being, how-
ever, much lighter in color. Next to the
double the little Schoenbrunn is always with
us and can generally be depended upon
when all others fail. Some of the retailers
say it is practically out of the market, but
I notice in my rounds that when orders
are given. Schoenbrunn is always "in it."
Next in order come Princesse de Galles, Lux-
onne and California, with Swanley White
bringing up the rear for funeral orders,
or an occasional wedding. "There are
others," such as Admiral Avellan, which
is a new red; as a market variety it
is, as the boys say, "nit."
Summing up violet growing ain a whole,
I would advise beginners to go slowly, not
to place all their eggs in one basket, for
there is no specialty a person can take
up that is so precarious as the growing of
violets, unless it may be shooting, for
just the time you think the pigeon is yours,
you hear the too familiar word, "lost!"
Chicago.
state of Trade.
For the first time this winter, save
a few days at Christmas, fancy long-stem-
med Bride and Bridesmaid have touched
the $10 mark. There are so few, however,
in the market that one rarely catches sight
of them exposed. Another record-breaker
the past week was Rudd's Jubilee carna-
tion; they sold at $5— but they are beau-
ties.
The short cut of roses still prevails, hence
prices, so far, keep up well. The weather
the past week was decidedly wintery, the
thermometer going as low as 8 or 10 de-
grees below zero. March 1, at writing, was
warm and cloudy. There is evidence around
that for a week or two at least no great
crop of roses will be in. hence the early
days of Lent will probably find the price
for these fiowers $6 to $8 tor choice pink and
white, with poorer stock going at from $3
to $4.' Just now Meteor sell slowly, very
choice blooms scarcely reaching $6, while
poor stock brings $3 to $4, and is rather
hard to get rid of. Carnations are plentiful
enough for the demand; $1.50 to $2 is as
high as standard kinds will go.
Violets at last are something of a drug,
and prices have dropped to BOc. and 75c.
for the best, with lots sold below these
figures.
Harrisii is still rather plentiful and slow
at $6 to $8 for the best. Yellow Marguer-
ites are showing up in greater abundance,
but are hardly good sellers; they bring $1
to $1.50. From some cause or other pansies
are not much in evidence, and the price
quoted is 75c. to $1.
Aronnd Totfu.
Joe Craig had the decoration of Stev-
ens' silk store for their spring opening.
Asparagus was liberally used for draping,
and showed off well with the fancy colored
silks. The fiowers used were lilies and car-
nations. Souvenirs of violets were given
away.
Hills & Jacobson of Maywood have been
sending in extra fine Bride and Bridesmaid
to the Illinois Cut Flower Company.
Bassett and Washburn will try a thousand
of the Carnot rose.
B. G. Hill was in town with splendid
flowers of his Flora Hill and Jubilee car-
nations. Robert Craig ot Philadelphia is
in the city this week showing up the mer-
its of the Carnot rose. Mr. Cole ot Pekln,
111. was also a visitor.
EDGAR SANDERS.
Utica. N. Y.
The Prendergast-Mather wedding was the
society event of the month, and with the
entertainments preceding and after gave
the florists considerable business. The
church decorations were in charge ot Florist
Shaw. The main aisle was made a lane
ot flowers and greenery, with an arch ot
Southern smilax. four large crates of which
were used. Bunches of American Beauty
and Meteor roses and carnations were
placed at the heads ot the standards; in
front of the pulpit was a shield ot smilax,
on which was worked in red carnations the
monogram "P. M." It is said that the
Westminster Church never looked more
beautiful than on this occasion. The house
in charge of Florist Mathews, and the
decorations there were on just as generous
and elegant a scale as at the church.
Orchids, roses, camellias, ferns, smilax,
lilies and holly were used, giving the in-
terior a tropical appearance. Then the
many colored electric lights added much to
the artistic creations ot plant life.
On the same evening occurred the mar-
riage of Charles Soder, a salesman in Bach-
elor's seed store, and brother ot Joseph
Soder. florist, ot Deerfield, to Miss Jeannette
Brickman of Utica.
Riverton, N. J.
There is little to be seen here outdoors
at this season ot the year, but a visit to the
establishment of H. A. Dreer Co. is always
interesting. At time of my visit their man-
ager, J. D. Eisele, had just returned from
Cincinnati and gave a glowing report ot the
splendid exhibition of the divine flower
made there— well worthy ot a visit even by
those who do not raise this plant tor its
bloom alone, aside from its social features,
where the commingling with such bright
lights cannot but leave an enlightening
effect.
Here what a contrast; palms to the right
of us, ferns to the left ot us, azaleas all
around us, bays above us, and aquatics be-
neath us, many of the latter in bloom,
which makes this species so acceptable at
this season. Mr. Tricker is raising a big
stock of his pet lace-leaved plant, Ouvir-
andra tenestralis and nympheas without
number.
Considerable improvements are being
made outside in reclaiming and laying out
an additional area to conform with the
ponds already made. The background is
planted with weeping willows, flanked with
ornamental grasses. Cannas will figure in
the foreground together with an herbaceous
border, and will have a pretty effect.
The month of January was bad for ship-
ping, but February has been very favora-
ble; the volume of business has increased
and is fiowing along at a very satisfactory
rate. MAC.
Lancaster, N. Y,
The writer was one of a party on the
27th ult. who paid a visit to the veteran
grower, W. J. Palmer. We were the second
batch to pay him a professional call
within a week, part of the New York dele-
gation having stopped off on their return
from the Carnation Convention, where such
a grand display of blooms was staged.
Here, however, we saw the grandest sight
naturally staged it has yet been our
pleasure to behold. The unanimous verdict
was "immense," and although this opinion
had already been expressed by the New
York visitors, Mr. Palmer, who, by the
way, was prevented from attending thf
convention, owing to poor health, very mod
estly replied: "You should have seen them
last year." Well, it they could possibly
be any better we would like to see it done.
For instance, six large houses are de-
voted solely to carnation Daybreak in va-
rious succession ot crops, in growth and
color simply superb. Just for curiosity w
counted several bloom-buds on a plani
they averaged fourteen single crown bud:
standing erect, swelling with pride, thoug
not to burst. No dead wood was to t
seen, although one house bad had ru!
badly, tor which one of the party took
opportunity to recommend a remedy called
Cedar Oil. Mr. Palmer does not object to
a little rust, however, as by the treatment
given the plants quickly outgrow it. By
his method ot regulation big crops are ob-
tained early until late in the season with-
out intermission. Alaska and Tidal Wave
^
Cts. WORTH OF TOB AC-OIL FUMIGATES sTft.
of floor space, exterminates at one application all Green Flies, is
non-injurious to most delicate blooms, perfectly pure, white in color.
Vaporizes completely, leaving no sticky, dirty mass to burn and smoke.
It is Oil of Nicotine. If not perfectly satisfactory, your money
back. Booklet free. h. a. Stoothoff, 816 Madison Ave., N. Y.
wonder there is a big demand for such
stock both East and West, North and
South. Von Sions are simply grand. Vio-
lets are in the same category; and yet
with such successes Mr. Palmer is not
content, but proposes at no distant date to
tear down a portion and eventually the
whole ot the 75,000 feet range and build
plant, certainly not to produce
finer stock. W. M.
Cleveland.
Trade Notes.
Trade remains normal, with no
particular change since last writing. Stock
in good
f funeral
continues to come in, and trade in cut
may be reported brisk. Prices
remain about the same as at last writing.
Florists' Club Social.
The first grand social of the Club
was held at Army and Navy Hall on Thurs-
day evening, 3.5th ult., and was a very
pleasant affair. The arrangements were in
charge of a committee consisting of A.
Schmltt, Wm. Stade, T. N. Pentecost, H.
Kunz and C. H. Wilson. About '250 per-
in attendance— club members,
their families and friends.
On account ot the severe cold weather
hich prevailed on that evening, many of
the club members were prevented from at-
tending.
A pleasing program was presented and
thoroughly enjoyed by all.
At the conclusion of the first part of the
program dancing was indulged in until.
II P.M., when supper was served in the
dining hall. After supper, the balance of
the evening until 2 o'clock was spent in
dancing and at cards. G. A. Tilton acted
as floor director, and H. Kunz, G. Braund,
S. N. Pentecost and F. Williams as floor
managers.
Motes.
F. M. Smith, of J. M. Gasser
left Monday for Washington, D. C, where
he will remain during the inauguration
ceremonies ; he then expects to visit New
York, Boston and other points. Mr. and
Mrs. J. M. Gasser are enjoyingan extended
trip through the South. They are now at
St. Augustine, Fla., and will remain there
for some time.
We are pleased to learn that A. Graham,
Jr., who has been sick for two weeks past,
is again able to be about.
Martin Renkauf, representingH. Bayers-
— '— °- Co., Philadelphia, Pa. and A.
' ' 'sitors this week.
A Friendly Bowling Match.
On the evening of March 4th a very en-
joyable game of bowls was played between
the Flatbush Florists and North Hudson
Florists' Bowli' g Clubs, at Schwalb ch's
Hall, Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, the
former being the challengers, and two
games were played, both resulting in favor
ot Flatbush, whose champions, however,
wer< not in their usual good form. The
North Hudsn toeam is comparatively y( ung
at bowls, some of them having only en-
.rsged ia the favorite pastime since New
I'ears, but they made a worthy showing,
proving there is good metal among them,
and were warmly congratulated by their
victors. Riley's white hat was the Flat-
bush mascot, and to those who donned it a
" strike " was credited every time. Under-
noted are the scores :
Flatbush.
First Seconp
Rilev...
H. Dail
L..Schn
P. Dail
grov
vely.
splendid condition. Helen Keller is a crop-
per, but a noble flower.
In roses. Meteor arrests attention. This
variety Is grown in one and two-year-old
stock, and, contrary to usual course, the
older plants throw larger bloom.s. though
in less number than the younger. Bride
and Bridesmaid, grown to second year, are
very fine. Care is taken in watering, so
that clear water is applied between each
application of manure water. This pre-
vents coarseness ot root growth. Beauty is
making plenty of wood, but is scarcely so
profitable as Meteor, the demand for which
continues large.
BulboUiS stock is raised in large quan-
tulips are in all stages; the first batch was
brought in for Christmas with perfect even-
ness of growth and delicate tint. My
friend from Elmlra raised his hands in
admiration at the beautiful sight. Small
Bantle
131
187
Totals
1,647
North Hudson.
1'
FmsT
Sec
(iA^
H. Steinhoff..
ie Lnai
Bridesmaid and Bride
Id Perle
old. »1.S
Hardy Roses.
Spring Flowering Bulbs.
Reliable Flower and Vegetable
For Catalogues address
C. H. JOOSTEN,
IMPORTER,
193 Greenwich Street, NEW YORK.
Liliuffl Superbum.
SPECIAL SALE OF
BULBS
ORDER AT ONCE.
6,000 Uulbs, l8t size, $15.00 per 10(10; %'i.M per lOO
l.'i.OOO " 3d " 10.00 " 1000; l.BO " 100
32.0i;0 " 3d " 6.00 " lOOl).
Grand opportunity to buy. Address,
Assignee, Highland Nurseries, "nT'
WHtN wnrrma ■acNrioNTHCPLORisTs-cxCHANot
PRIMROSES FOR ||fSJER j_^PoWer''^w
Cine'rarias,' large plants, the 'same. Gerai
niiia.Beieoniaii and Coleus alS^.OO. Cole
ERNS! FERNS!
Hardy cut ferns 76 cts-
per thousand, cash.
Easter Laurel roping,
first quality, hand made.
4c. a yard. Sphagnum
Moss, 50c. per bbl. All
Hinsdale. Mass.
Rooted Rose Cuttings.
Healthy, well-rooted cuttings from
L. L. MAY & CO.,
St. Paul, Minn.
r WRrriNG mention the florist's exck \nge
GERANIUMS S^Lea.
4-lnch pots, double, white, pink or scarlets,
single, " •' " "
$1.00 per 100.
2i-inch pots, double, white, pink or scarlets,
•' .single, " " "
$3.50 per 100.
Hecla, new scarlet, single, SJ-inch $3.50 per 100.
JAMES FROST, Greenville, Ohio.
Geraniums, double Grant 2}^ In., $'2.U0 per 100
Marie L,oulse Violets, 2% In. pots, $2.00
per 100, Marie Louise Violet
$4.1
nod, healthy
per 100;
Caladium Bulbs, 6 to 7 in., $1.50perl00.
Carnatiou, Geranium, Golden
Bedder and VerschaBeltll Coleus
Cuttings, $1.00 per Ml, tree by mail.
Cash with Order.
EVERITT & INSALL, Hackettstown, N.J.
COLEUS. COLEUS.
Good clean stock of QUEEN VICTORIA, root-
ed cuttings, $5 per ICOO; from 2!4 in. pots, nice
short bushy plants, $10 per lOOff. GOLDEN
FEVERFEW, from flats, ready for 3 in. pots,
$8.00 per 1000. Cash with order.
J. McMULLEN, Maspeth, N.Y.
ROOTED CUTTINGS.
Coleua, 5 leading kinds $10 50 perlOO
Scarlet Saice 1 00
AKeratum. blue 50 "
Koae Leaf Ueraniuins 1 50 "
Alternantbera, 2 kinds, yellow
and red 83.50 per 1,000 40 "
Mrs. Pollocit Geraniums, 2>^ in.
pots 5 OO "
CASH WITH ORDER,
HENRY NEENER, Gonverneur, N. Y.
WHEN WRITINQ MENTION THE fLORISTS' EXCHANGE
FINE PLANTS.
400 Marcueritea (Paris Daisy), 5-lneh pots
BOOOSnillai, ready April l8t,3-lncb pots 160
CASH WITH ORDEII.
JOS. H. CUNNINGHAM, Delaware, O,
WHEN WRITINQ MENTION THE TLORISTS' EXCHANGE
ROOTED CUTTINGS.
Gerauiums. best named sprts.$1.50 per 100. »I5.0I
Heliotrope, t"?ee ?kr., 11.00 per 100. ' Agerntuin
Cope's Pet.. 750. per 100. I'yrellirnni, l.iltle Gem
ll.OOperlOO. Gla " — ■ "■" ""
Carnnlion Pinl
ninze's White, «l.(
aniumii. In 2^ li
l.ouiHe Violets. In 3 Incb pels In bud and bloom
»4 00 per 100. Cash with order.
WM. J. CHINNICK, Trenton, N. J.
WHEN WRrriNG MEHTIOH THE IXORIST-8 EXCMANCI
DOUBLE PETUNIAS.
Souv.de Bono l.W
ilellotropr, 4 varletieB 1.00
(Jlrobtlanthes 100
lieilanVa vSfr"",°s'eediln«.BtVonK'..::^^ 1 00
'TlW.'lS^OOand'MOO. "'
Cash with order, please.
GEORGE J. HUGHES, Berlin, N.J.
MENTION THE FVORIST'S EXCHANOC
JAPANESE VAR. HOP.
The best vine for rapid growing; beats
Coba3n, and is much prettier; JJ^-inch, $4.00
per 100. Put into 4-Inch pots, will make nice
gelling plants. „ ^ . ,
A few traarant White Lantana, 2H-inch,
$6.00 per 100.
CASH ONLY.
A. J. BINLEY, GLENS FALLS, N. Y.
Glenwood Nurseries Spring of '97.
10,000 Ampelopsis Vellchll. Grown in 3-in pots
$60 per 100.
6.000 Clematis Panlculata. From $5 to $10
per 1000.
6,000 Rosa Wichuralana. 1, 2 and 3 years old, $5
to $13 per 100.
10,000 Honeysuckles in variety. $60 per lOOO.
10,000 Dahlias, undivided, fleld grown roots
name and color, $7 per 100; $60 per 1000.
msm California Privet. 1 to 5 feet. Samplesand
prices on application.
Trade List for Spring containing full assort-
ment of Trees, Shrubs and Vines, now ready.
Send for one. Correspondence solicited.
THE wn. H. nOON CO.,
Morrisville. Pa.
WE MAKE A SPECIALTY OP GKOWING
A. W. Smitli's Hybrid liAoonflowers
The above are strictly the best Moonflowers
in cultivation: blooming from 30 to 48 days
earlier than the old variety ; producing four or
live different shaped blooms, and blooms from
Ave to seven inches In diameter. The flowers
No
n 60 plants at 100 rates. Orders for May
will be booked now. We also have a Boe lot of
Cinerarias, choice varieties, budded, in 4 in.
pots, will make fine plants tor Easter, at only
$6 per 100. Also about 75 Lilium Harrisii, in 4
in. pots, showing buds, at 8 cts. each.
Fine Geraninms, 4 in. pots, all colors, mixed
$6 per 100. We also carry on an immense stock
of Easter Plants, in 6 in pots, which we sell
cheap for cash; prices on application.
Byacintlis already budded (separate colors
or mixed), only $6 per 100.
CASH WITH ORDEB.
GODFREY ASCHMANN,
1012 Ontario St., Rising Sun, Philadelphia, Pa.
WHtN WRrriNO MENTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHANCg
BeedytoSiiipatODGe!
GERANIUMS.
%n\ pot
HeTeranthe"i;nd La Kavorite. John Doyle, bei
n date, far ahead of Uete:
$.16.00 per 1000. Ml. of Snov
(2.25 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. Larue
unthn Rnrt La Favo "
rlet In _da
13,00 per ioO.
OTAHEITE ORANGES
Sinch pels. $2 00 per do«.; 3 Inch pots, f.'i 00 per 100;
2W Inch rots. $3.00 per 100; $25.00 per 1000. Hooted
cuttlnss, $2.00 per 1C6; $16 00 per 1000.
PALMS.
Latanla Borbonica, 2 inch $2.75 per 100 : $25-00 per
lOCO. CbanjojropB Excelsa, 4;« In. pots. $2 50 per doz
ROSES.
Bride and BrIdcBinald, 1% inch pots, $2.25 perltO.
La^Kra_„ceand^n,|.^.^an^e,^^^^^^
Krom pots, $1.75 per IOO; »l.>00 per 1000. Ni.nistor
mildew.
CARNATIONS.
Mrs. Fisher, from pots, $1.60 per 100.
BEGONIA. _ ^__^__^__^
pe'l?iror*J5'.MU°°0M°'H*br^/$°'M'p"*0o!''' '
CALLA LILIES.
B and 7 inch pots. Ptronp, |'.'.00 per doz,; ♦I.'i.CO per
100; i Inch pols. ?G 00 per 100.
FERNS.
PteriB Serrnlata Cristata. IS Inch i>t>ts, $3 00 i>pr
100. From HatB. $1.26 per 100.
ACHVRANTHES LINDSOMI, $2 per 100.
,500 lo 1000 llronz.e (Jeranliiinii. What
GEO. A. MEAD,
Uaple Grove Greenhouses, Springfield, Ohio.
222
The Plorists' ExcHKNce.
HEW IHVEVTIDHS.
In this cohimn we shall be pleased to
illustrate and describe any useful new
invention, the drawing or photograph of
which, accompanied by a full dencription,
may be furnished us by our readers.
Carnation Supports
I have charge of half a dozen carnation
houses, containing about 20,000 plants,
nearly all of which are supported with
chicken wire or wire netting— a system I
don't admire much and would be glad to
dispense with.
In exploring the field of carnation sup-
ports I find in nearly all cases many weak
points, even in the best methods, and it
seems there ought to be some better sys-
tem when one takes into consideration the
quantity of carnations grown at the pres-
ent time.
I find several systems that are no doubt
better than the chicken wire method, and
the one adopted by C. W. Ward of Cottage
Gardens, L. I., which he calls the "Dorner
system," and which he has described and
illustrated in your paper, is one of the best
at the present time, although it has some
objectionable features, the principal one
being that it almost totally obstructs the
rays of the sun from striking the soil in
the benches, except merely on the front
edge.
The wire lathing is so placed on the
benches that the carnations grow com-
pletely over it, and as the mesh of the lath-
ing is also very small, it shuts off all
means for light and air to pass through
the plants freely, and prevents the sun's
rays ever striking the soil. And most of
us will agree as to the benefit derived from
sunlight and a free circulation of air
around the plants, especially in winter.
Another objection to this method, and one
that is also found to the chicken .wire is
that there is nothing to hold the plants
up between the rows of lathing or netting,
and if red spider makes its appearance and
strong syringing is required the plants are
knocked over, one on top of the other; and
as the currents of air are inferior the
plants don't dry out quickly, and the result
is a propagating garden for fungoid dis-
eases and insect pests, such as rust, bac-
teria, red spider, etc., necessitating the
skill and care of a Ward or a Dorner to
prevent calamity.
The wires running lengthwise of the
bench along the front, to keep the flowers
from hanging out over the walk, are also
an objection, as they form a barricade for
workmen when cleaning between the rows,
picking off dead leaves, top dressing or
other work.
The overhead system of wires is the most
valuable feature of this system, but that
only supports the flowers, and not the
ba^e of the plant, which is the point where
it should be thoroughly supported.
To secure the most light and best circu-
lation of air aiound the plant, the ring sup-
ports have the advantage of any others,
but their unwillingness to stay just where
you want them is their weakest point.
They require more or less tying with cord
or string also, and there is a good deal of
work connected with them in keeping the
flowering shoots inside the rings and hold-
ing them in position. When I first saw the
Horan support it struck me as being a
good thing, but it has the same fault as
the ring supports in being too easily dis-
arranged or pushed out of place.
Under the impression that the above
methods could be improved on, I invested a
little of my time in trying to improve on
them. The illustrations show the results
of my work. The end frames (a) of the
main support are made of No. 9 wire; the
end frames (h) of the extension are made
of No. 10 wire; the horizontal wires (c) are
No. 10 wire, but can be made of No. 9 when
a long support is required, such as for 5
or 6 feet wide benches. All the wire is
galvanized and the different parts are all
detachable.
Figure 1 shows the support with the
extension attached and the former fully
constructed. Figure 2 illustrates how the
support should be used and how it ap-
pears in the bench sustaining the rows of
plants across the bench; and figure 3 illus-
trates how it supports the plants in rows
lengthwise of the bench, also the advan-
tage of the cross hooks.
Figures 2 and 3 are from photographs of
some seedling carnations, supported with
this stake, and serve as a good descrip-
tion of how it holds up the plants both
lengthwise and across the bench, keeping
them in an erect and natural position and
giving them all the freedom tor growing
they require, as well as providing as much
Fig. 2. Illustrates how the support should be U3ed.
it appears in the bench s
light and air on the soil and among the
plants as can be obtained, thus allowing
the plants to dry out quickly after syring-
ing and proving the most natural and only
preventive against rust or bacteria. It also
keeps the plants in the best position for
fighting red spider, no matter how strong
you wish to syringe.
As the cross hooks (d) are not attached
to the horizontal wires they can be placed
at any desired point, and as they spring
down on to the wires they have a firm
grip, and will stay where you put them.
They also hold the horizontal wire,s in posi-
tion^ making the support much stronger
and more diflicult to disarrange, and allow-
ing the use of light wire for making it up.
The principal feature of my invention,
however, is that it is not easily disar-
ranged when once in the soil, and if the
workman leans against it when cutting
flowers or cleaning plants, etc., it springs
back to its original position as soon as he
takes his weight from it.
If the horizontal wires are put through
the coiled sockets about an inch, there is
no possibility of them falling out. as the
coiled sockets lock the wires in position,
each one assisting the other in holding
the support downward and in position.
When you want to take the support down
just pull up the end frames and the whole
thing will come apart with the greatest
sion part makes it adaptable for all car-
nations. This can be adjusted or detached
at will without interfering at all with the
main support, and as all the parts are de-
tachable, each part, or like parts, can be
conveniently separated and stowed way in
a very compact and small space ready for
The support has a very neat and sys-
tematic appearance in the bench, and al-
though it may appear, at first sight, ex-
pensive, in reality it is not, as one sup-
port will carry as many plants as there are
across the bench. It doesn't cost as much
as the best ring methods, and it is good
for years. . ROBERT IVIILLBR,
Assistant Foreman for C. Strauss & Co.
1 how it supports the plants
lengthwise of the bench, also the advantage of the oross-hooke.
The Plorists' Exchmnge.
223
BIIB|»T1I)|IS.
Red Spider.
As Spring approaches eplder is very apt
to become troublesome. Especially is this
the case where the temperature has been
kept up rather high, and where the ventila-
tion has not received proper attention.
There are a great many who etlU labor un-
der the mistaken impression that by allow-
ing the pipes to get cold, and thus
utilize the sun's rays. whether the
sua be obscured by light clouds or
not. and keeping the ventilators closed,
they are saving fuel. They may, indeed,
be uaving a little fuel, but it is at the ex-
pense of their own pocketbooks. For what
does it profit a man to eave a few hundred
pounds of coal or. its equivalent, and in
so doing undermine the health of his plants
by withholding from them the greatest of
all life-giving principles— fresh air? It
there is any one thing which spiders detest
above everything else it is fresh air. In
all cases where there is an unusual out-
break of spider in Spring, it can be safely
sot down that this has been witliheld to a
large extent. In cloudy weather thi.s ii5
more likely to be practised than In bright
weather, for then something near what is
supposed to be the correct temperature is
easier to maintain without resorting to ven-
tilation. A temperature of 65 degrees with-
out ventilation on a cloudy day will cause
far more mischief than 80 on a bright day
with plenty of ventilation.
Spider revels in a close atmosphere; it
may not make much visible headway dur-
ing the winter months, but at this time, it
proper precautions are not taken, it will,
by depositing its larvae, lay the foundation
for a general outbreak as soon as warm
weather comes on. It is a mistaken idea
that spider spring.^ into existence on the
approach of warm, bright weather. It re-
sents light almost as much as it does fresh
air. The most prolific breeding places are
such iKfsitions as are warm and farthest
removed from air and light. I always look
forward to the approach of Spring as a
time when we can most successfully com-
bat this pest.
We are not troubled to any great extent
with spider, excepting on one or two varie-
ties. This, I believe, is due to careful at-
tention to the ventilators, both day and
night. A tew kinds, however, seem very
hard to keep clean. This is especially true
of Daybreak. There is undoubtedly some-
thing in the sap of this and other varieties
palatable to the spider. In such ca.3es
where spider has a good foothold, some-
thing more than good ventilation Is needed
to check it. To spray carnations at any sea-
son of the year hard enough to dislodge
spider is productive of more harm than
good. The fact that this treatment is bene-
ficial to the rose does not imply that it is
also good for the carnation. The wide dif-
ference in the nature of the two will ac-
count tor this fact very readily.
During the past season we have been
spraying with salt water as a remedy for
spider, and find it most effective in eradi-
cating it. In response to an inquiry for a
remedy for spider at the meeting of the
American Carnation Society in Cincinnati,
Mr. Nicholson recommended the use of this
solution. He uses about two 2-inch pots
full of salt to three gallons of water, and
applies it with a force pump, using about
fifty pounds pressure. Mr. Ward had also
used It with good results, but claimed that
fully conptrucfed.
it induced spot. He also used a much
stronger solution than Mr. Nicholson. Our
solution is fully twice as strong as that ap-
plied by Mr. Nicholson, and in some cases
it may have been even stronger than that.
We apply it with a Meyer's hand spray
pump. This can easily be attached to a
bucket or small tub. It throws a very fine
spray, just what we want. The spray
should not be applied with force. The idea
is to thoroughly wet the foliage, particu-
larly down in the body of the plant and un-
der the leaves. One such spraying of salt
water will accomplish more than a dozen
with fresh water. We have never had the
least trouble from spot arising from this
practice. If spot makes its appearance ven-
tilation has not been attended to properly.
A close, moist, humid atmosphere and spot
go hand in hand.
I have also, as Mr. Ward stated, noticed
a better color in the foliage and a stlffer
otem as a result of spraying with salt wa-
ter. This is not due directly to spraying
the foliage, but rather to that portion ot
salt which finds its way into the soil.
Before cuttings which have been taken
from plants affected with spider are plant-
ed in the sand, the leaves most affected
should be stripped and the cuttings dipped
in a good solution of salt water. We have
tried dipping just the foliage and a portion
of the stem, leaving the tip of the stems
dry, and placing the cuttings, stems up,
in flats to drain off, aTso dipping the cut-
tings entirely, and while no serious injury
resulted from this latter method, I noticed
a difference in favor ot those treated by the
first method, they rooting some days sooner
than the others, and looking a little fresher.
I therefore give the first method the pref-
erence. Before placing the cuttings in the
sand it should be well watered, so that the
foliage may be allowed to dry for about
twenty-four hours, that the good effects of
the salt may not be lost by washing it off
before it has had time to accomplish its
mission. H. WEBER.
RICHMOND, Ind., March 1, 1897.
Mr. Edw. Swayne, Wawaset, Pa.:
My Dear Mr. Swayne — Mr. Dreer has just
forwarded your friendly challenge to a con-
test between your new white carnation
Jack Frost and our Flora Hill. Your terms
as to time, place, manner of judging, to-
gether with the very estimable gentleman
that you suggest as umpire, all meet our
hearty approval. The suggestion of weigh-
ing the carnations is decidedly novel, but I
have long thought that cabbages, eggs, etc.,
should be weighed, and why not carnations?
I would suggest that the interest ot the
contest might be heightened by having fifty
blooms as the number exhibited. Any time
with one week's notice will suit us.
It has been said that beauty cannot be
weighed by scales nor measured by the
yard stick, but we are willing to see it
tried in this case. Our only further sug-
gestion is that the loser set up a good din-
ner for the umpire and two contestants.
With kindest regards, yours sincerely,
E. G. HILL & CO.
A Carnation Challenge.
The following correspondence is self-
explanatory and will be read with interest.
The outcome of the contest will also be
eagerly watched for. It is seldom a lady
and gentleman meet in open combat. One
thing, however, is certain; No gore will be
shed, and among the gallants the lady will
doubtless be the favorite.
WAWASET, Pa., Jan. 29, 1897.
W. F. Dreer, Esq.
Dear Sir — Apropos of your claim in regard
to carnation Flora Hill I should like to
enter into a friendly contest with you as to
who has the largest white carnation, and
would match Jack Frost against Flora at
isuch time and place as you may choose on
not less than one week's notice.
I should like weight, with a specified
length of stem, as well as diameter of
As your claim has been made public, 1
had thought of sending out a public chal-
lenge, but concluded it would he more
friendly to write to you first, as I do not
wish the matter to have any unpleasant
Eeatui-es for you. Presuming that you will
accept and name some place in Philadel-
will say that both will be agreeable to me
if the day suits.
Edwin Lonsdale would please me as
judge, and I have no objection to and some
preference for making my challenge public
and inviting all other growers. Yours cor-
dially, EDW. SWAYNE.
Cilill»TIOIIS"''""^™««°'
ANNIE H. LONSDALE.
The New Scarlet Carnation
MORELLO
HOPP&LEMKE,
ITS A GOOD THINQ
MINNIE COOK
ow at liome, where you
«3.6o per loo ; ^zs-oo pe«" looo.
Meadow View Greenhouses, paesiffah?, s.i
WFN-nON THt FlOBl«>T'S excHA:*
CARNATIONS
BALTIMORE
A New Pink Carnation. Color of Craig,
large, tight, fragrant; stifl" stem, good keeper.
Ready January 35. Rooted Cuttings,
3t.50 per doz.; SI 0.00 per 100.
CONRAD HESS,
329 Friendship «vc., BALTIMORE, MD.
WHEN wnmNO HCNTION TNC VLORISTS- CXCHANGE
Carnations, Etc.
HIGH GRADE ROOTED CUTTINGS.
See our Price List, Florists' E.vchange, Jan. 30
H. ^VEBBR & SONS,
Carnation Cuttings
Bridesmaid, Dea
McGowan, Mme. A
Rose Queen, Silv.
PRiwiULAS,
Hole, Goldfinch, Lizzie
bertini, Meteor, Peachblow,
- Spray, Wtn. Scott, Uncle
Logan Ave. Greenhouses,
$3.00 per 100.
on large lots.
- Danville, III.
I THE FLORISTS-
CARNATIONS
ROOTED
CUTTINGS
per 100. j per 100.
. S3.00 I Daybreak S1.60
■ "-OO I Tidal Wave... 1.50
Scott 1.50
2 00
Hslen Kell
Albertini..
Ooldflncli..
Rose Queen... 3.00 | Silver Spray
1.25
1000 Rates Lower.
GEORGE SMITH, Manchester, Vt.
ROOTED CUTTINOS
WM. SWAYNE, Ksnnott Square, Pa.
p. O. Box 226.
WHEN WRrriNQ MENTION THE rLORISTS' EXCHANGt
ELDORADO
The finest Yellow Carnation in cultivation.
Rooted cuttings, $2.00 per 100; $15.00 per 1000.
LADY CAMPBELL VIOLETS.- Rooted runners,
focts. per 100; $5.00 per 1000.
GIANT DOUBLE ALYSSUM.-$..oo per .00; $8.00
per .000. ^^^^ ^^^ Circular.
W. R. SHELMIRE, Avondale, Pa.
WHEN WRmNO MENTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHANGE
CARNATIONS ?«"??ri?«
UeaUUy, strong, and well re
Queen, Minnie
;dge(V
1000. .
Meteor. Storm King
" "00. GoldBi
.tl.OO per 100; »26.00
Scott, Portia
rlOO; »15.00 per li
Sweetbrler.f 1.26 per 100: »10 00 per IOO6. MoOowan,
fl.OOperlOO; JSOOperlOOO. Victor, pink sport from
Diybrealt, oriuinated with Hugh Graham, $10 00 per
100: $2.00 per doz.
A Liberal Discount on Large Lots ; 250 at 1000 Rates.
CHRYSANTHE^IUMS in new andstandard
varieties after M»rch 1st at moderate prices.
CaBh wllh Order.
JOHN HACKETT & CO., 62d near Elmwood Ave. PHILA
WHEN WRniNa MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGt
ROOTED CUTTINGS.
CARNATIONS.
Mrs. Chas. Duhrae (Dorner '93).
Mrs. Geo. M. Bradt (Dorner '93).
11.50 perdoz.;$10per 100; $75 per 1000.
Lily Dean (May), Maud Dean (May).
|'i.00perdoz.;|10per 100; $75 per 1000.
Per 100 Per 1000
Wm. Scott 1. 00 10.00
Lizzie McGowan .... i 00 10.00
Daybreak & Storm King 1.50 12.50
Portia & T. Wave . . . i.io 10.00
Mrs. Fisher 1.25 11.00
Meteor 1.50 12.50
Eldorado 2.00
Alaska & Anna Webb . 1.50 12.50
Thos, Cartledge .... 1.50 12.50
KDW. J. TAYLOR,
tkbmb: Wholesale Carnation Grower.
Cash or Reference. SODTHPORT, CONN.
NEW WHITE
CARNATION . .
"ONTARIO"
grower, and tree from disease.
A money maker ; proUno m bloom ; gooa grower, ai
$8.00 per 1 00; $50.00 per iOOO.
New Rose WHITE BOUGERE,
asportfrom the old variety "Bougere," a prolific l)loonier, good growerand clear
white in color. Just the thing where a florist needs a good supply of white roses.
Per dozen, $3.00; per lOO, $I2.00; per IOOO, SIOO.
JOHN H. DUNLOP, - - Toronto, Canada.
ArriNO MENTION THE FICHISTB- EXCHA
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Contents.
Expositions ....
Heating by Coil Boiler .
New Inventions;
Carnation Support (lUus.)
Old Glass in Modern Gbeenhouses
(Illus.)
Plants and Flowers
Kose Notes
Seed Trade Report . . . .216
Seedlings and Certificates
Seeds, Government Free ....
Trade Notes :
Chicago, Cleveland, Lancaster, N. y.,
Kiverton, N. J
New York
Boston, Philadelphia, St. Paul.
~ jvidence, St.
Buffalo, Cincln
Bichmond, Ind.; Rochester, N. Y.
Baltimore
Violets for Philadelphia Market
For the Busy Man.
E. Herendeen, of the Herendeen Manufac-
turing Co., is dead.
Read the article on " Seedlings and Certifi-
cates," page 224, and let us have your views.
The fifty dollar cup, offered for best seedling
carnation, at the Boston Carnation Show last
week, was won by Dorner's C. A. Dana.
The American Institute will have a Carnation
show in New York, Tuesday next, March 9, at
S P.M. Judging will be done according to Amer-
ican Carnation Society's scale of points.
The Agricultural Appropriation Bill has not
been signed by the President; seedsmen should
embrace the opportunity thereby afforded of
vigorously fighting the Free Seed Humbug.
Our Boston contemporary, the "New Eng-
land Florist," has celebrated its first birth-
day by issuing an enlarged edition, pro-
fusely illustrated, and the efforts of the
publisher have been rewarded by a satis-
factory increase in advertising patronage.
Lnthcr H. Tucker, editor and senior
member o£ Luther Tucker & Son, publishers
of the "Country Gentleman," died Feb. 23
of Brlght's disease.
as given m our last issue.
Government Free Seeds.
The Free Seed Distribution humbug has
had more attention bestowed upon it by
the press of the country during the past
two weeks than had fallen to its share
hitherto. All papers unanimously con-
demn it as a direct violation of good law,
and a wide road which opens out the way
to the further and more costly taxing of
all the people for the benefit of a few — a
very few— of the people. No honest citi-
zen, understanding the subject, would give
Free Seed Distribution his support. It's
true that to the great public it is a very
small affair. But the question is not one
of size; it is one of principle; of the right
against the wrong; of the doing away of
a law which is so absolutely misapplied,
so grotesquely distorted, and so evidently
manipulated to curry favor, as to call
aloud for its swift repeal.
Would Congress dare appropriate $150,000
for a hit or miss distribution of any other
mercantile commodity to Tom, Dick and
Harry, well-to-do citizens able to pay,
nine-tenths of them for that which they
received? And further, use the United
States mail to frank the goods through to
the recipients. Emphatically, No! Then
why should the seedsmen of the country,
wholesalers and retailers, be discriminated
against? Is this justice? Is this right?
We are glad to notice the press taking
this matter up, and believe that it Con-
gressmen will give the subject their con-
sideration, note its injustice to a class of
men who deserve the country's highest
support (for it is through the efforts of
seedsmen to a very great extent that
America owes its proud position in agri-
culture), and further consider that this
appropriation sets a precedent for any
other form of free distribution which the
fancy of the unscrupulous legislator may
dictate, they themselves will be among
the first to take steps to hasten its repeal.
Those of our readers who have not yet
sent in protests direct to their Congress-
men and Senators, should do so at once,
using the home addresses printed in our
last.
Expositions.
The Tennessee Centennial and Interna-
tional Exposition opens May 1, 1897, and
closes Oct. 31, 1897. The New York State
Commissioners call attention to the fact
that the Western States thus far have se-
cured nearly all the space, and the com-
mission desire to have the name and ad-
dress of all its citizens who intend or who
desire to exhibit, with a view of obtaining
for them facilities and recognition, that
may be only received by co-operation and
by having a State representative ailtl head-
quarters upon the Exposition grounds. Al-
gar M. Wheeler, Gilsey House, New York,
The Exposition grounds comprise a park
of some two hundred acres, lying two
miles west of the State Capitol, and ap-
proached by three lines of electric cars
and a steam railway. Over $100,000 have
been expended on the improvement of the
property in the past few years, and from
its elevated plane a fine view of Nashville
is afforded. The central portion of the
site has been regraded at a large ex-
pense and prepared tor the edifices of the
Exposition. An elaborate system of walks
has been laid off and macadamized, and the
finishing construction will be of asphalt.
Thousands of roses and evergreens have
been set out, and the recently graded
places have been sodded or sown with blue
grass. Two lakes of pure water and many
fine shade trees add the final touch of
beauty to the energetic scene of construc-
tion.
The Trans-Mississippi and International
Exposition will be held at Omaha, Neb.,
from June to November, 1898. In class A
is included horticulture, viticulture, pomol-
ogy, beet root industry, etc. Awards will
be given to exhibitors on recommendation
of .an international jury, and in addition
prizes open to the world, consisting of valu-
able trophies, cups and gold medals for
special exhibits are offered.
Latest advices from Hamburg state that
some 40,000 tulips will be ready for the
opening of this exposition in May. Over
40,000 roses are entered already, and some
fine novelties are promised from the South
of France and Germany. Dahlias will be
a feature; they are becoming more popu-
lar yearly. It is said that W. A. Manda
will send his novelties across the sea, as
also will C. Eisele of Philadelphia.
American tools and implements will be
well represented by local agents, but none
have been sent over direct. Our corre-
spondent says it is a pity that the ventilat-
ing apparatuses and boilers of American
manufacture are not entered. "So many
heating appliances are introduced from the
United States, and they could readily be
exhibited here with profit commercially."
The committee has now agreed to pay
for the culture of such plants as may be
sent to the exposition, and which need
growing on in order to fit them for exhibi-
tion. "Growers of cannas especially should
take advantage of this," says our corre-
spondent. "If they send the roots we will
grow them on. Can you not induce Ameri-
can growers to send a few hundreds of dif-
ferent kinds?"
Seedlings and Certificates.
At the recent meeting of the American
Carnation Society at Cincinnati, possibly
what was the point of most vital interest
in the discussion arose on the subject of
certificating seedling varieties. Mr. Adam
Graham let fall a remark which was an
unfortunate choice of words, and which
raised up in the minds of some of those
present dangerous possibilities, unless the
matter was threshed out. And it is well,
indeed, for us now to ask; For what pur-
pose is a Judicial Committee on Seedlings?
Is that body to be selective, or is it
merely to express opinion as to the dis-
Tha
committee of experts to come with an ideal
of its own and adjudge everything before
it, good or bad, as it approaches or falls
short of that ideal, or is it to come with
an open mind and take the flower as it
stands and judge it simply on its merits?
Is the carnation fancy a close circle to
which only flowers modeled upon the lines
of those already popular can be admitted,
or is the field open to take up and adopt
freely any or all of novel characteristics,
trusting to the general public as a final
court of approbation or condemnation? And
be it remembered that whether or not this
last consideration have any weight, after
all, it is the test.
The adjudication of a novelty, upon a
scale of points can be easily defended; it
can also be as easily picked to pieces. A
delicate flower is not laid out by mechanical
means; its attributes cannot be transferred
to paper by written description so accurate-
ly as to enable any man to give a faithful
reproduction from such words. There is
an inexpressible something which may, af-
ter all, be the making in a popular light
of a variety that shall have failed to score
the requisite 85 points before the com-
mittee. Truly, as was pointed out by Mr.
Rudd, a scale of points is but relative, to be
used but as a guide to the relative value o(
each to the whole, and not as definite points
of value for mathematical analysis.
We can quite easily imagine the exist-
ence of qualities^ in a particular seedling
which may render it of immense practical
value to a grower, such, for instance, as
continuous tree flowering— no insigniflcent
point, either.
Assuming his seedling when before the
committee scores S3 points, it is damned
commercially, the while its owner knows it
to be of good commercial value. He can
and does still sell his crop of blooms, but
there is no sale at "novelty prices" tor
cuttings and plants— plainly an injustice
has been done. Again, it can be asked, how
many of the varieties certificated during
the past few years are to-day found in
commerce? Very few, indeed.
Such a sequence of circumstances com-
pels the thoughtful person to exclaim thai
something is wrong somewhere; but just
what and where, with the means to be
adopted to remedy the evils, are the ques-
tionis of the hour. What say others?
The purpose of the Novelty Committee
is assuredly the encouragement of the seed-
ling raiser. Nay, more, that is the pivot
on which rests the fabric of the entire
society; but it the present system of en-
forcing an ironclad scale of points be per-
sisted in the actual results are diametrical-
ly the opposite from what is Intended.
The seedling raiser, having a novelty of
average quality and merit, will not take the
risk which is involved in subjecting it to
the tender mercies of the Seedling Commit-
tee. He will rather persevere in raising
stock from it for the demands of his local
market, and, in the course of time, if the
buying public smile upon his carnation,
o her growers will be only too anxious to
pla
tron
certificate, notwithstanding. The commer-
cial growers will cultivate just what they
can sell every time, and the retail buyer,
the ultimate consumer, cares little for the
past history of what is offered. It pleases
his fancy and that is sufficient.
The purpose of obtaining a certiflcate is
to secure a quick sale of cuttings to other
growers, but it the contrary rule is to
work so powerfully, as is feared by some, a
man will bide his time a couple of years or
so. and sell on the verdict of the final
court from which there is no appeal— the
public.
New York.
Wholesale Market.
The Patriarchs' ball in this city
and the Inaugural ball at Washington
have succeeded in averting a total collapse
of the market this week. These events, to
a large degree, enabled dealers to m.-'_
tain the prices of last week during the first
three days of the present, but with the be-
ginning of. Lent, on Wednesday, the lead-
ing stores began to seek a reduction on
the price of fancy and special stock, and
from appearances on Thursday and Fri- i
day, they were gaining their point.
Roses are still in very light supply, but
fully equal to all demands. No increase of
figures was possible, the tendency having
been the reverse since Wednesday. Special
Beauty sell at 40c. each; special hybrids,
35c. to 30c.; Bride and Bridesmaid, 8c. to I
r3c. Meteor, 10c. to I2c. Cusin seem to be
off crop almost entirely, which makes
room for IVlrs. Morgan. Jacqs. are be-
coming very plentiful, and the best price
noted was lOc, but the majority sold at
from 5c to Sc.
Carnations are holding up to last week's
prices fairly well, but to-day (Saturday)
may bring a slump.
Violets are very plentiful ; apparently,
the average price will be equal to last
week.
Bulbous stock, except Harrisii lilies and
valley, has shortened up considerably.
Von Sions cleaned up well ; so did tulips ;
the first named at -isS.uO per 100, and the af-
ter at $-3.00 to *3.00, except a few double
pinks, which brought S4.00. Harrisii have
been p or stock for several weeks, and are
getting worse- J3.00 was the only flgare
ossible, and at that many were unsold.
Mignonette was a drug all round ; the
St' ck was good enough in quality, but
there was but little call for it.
Smilax fell again to the old figures ; the
rise was only short lived.
Sweet peas are plentiful, and sell at 25
cents per bunch of 12 sprays.
John N. May is first in the market with
moss roses ; what he has sent in so far have
disappeared quickly. Julius Roehrs is
sending in some grand valley just now.
Thorley has a nice lot of Shakspeare
gladioli in his windotv Thursday.
jRetail Trade.
1 J. H. Small & Sons decorated the new
ballroom at the Waldorf Hotel on Monday
•night tor the Patriarchs' ball. In this dec-
oration they used 6,000 Bride and Brides-
maid roses, together with several hundred
Beauty, the last named being disposed
among the groups of plants in dressing
rooms and on stairways. Southern smilax
and asparagus were freely used, also stars
of gilded lencothoe and andromeda leaves.
The roses were arranged in festoons and
loops, being broader on the great mirrors
than elsewhere. The effect produced was
a continuous chain of roses around the en-
tire room, this being made possible by the
use of the above mentioned stars and wall
baskets.
A Carnation SIiott.
The meeting at the American Institute
on Tuesday promises to be of more than
usual interest. A large number of the
trade have notified their intention of be-
ing present and to exhibit either standard
kinds or novelties. Prom the present out-
look it seems that New Yorkers will have
the opportunity of comparing all the leading
novelties, when staged side by side. There
will also be several exhibits ot single vio-
lets and new eanna blooms, and other
novelties ot the season. The meeting .be-
gins at 2 P. M., and the audience will be
addressed by members of the trade. The
judges will be Messrs. C. H. Allen, Ernst
Asmus and William I. Brower.
Anetion Sales.
These will now be held every Tuesday
and Friday during the season. William
Elliott & Sons sold on Tuesday and Friday
of this week; R. M. Gardner & Co. opened
on Friday at their rooms. No. 199 Fulton
street; the Cleary Company will hold their
first sale March 12, at their rooms. No. 6
Jottings.
The Florists' Club meets on Monday
night, when the floral funeral design com-
petition for the Plumb cup will take place.
It is hoped a large attendance will be pree-
Koffman, the Smilax King, shipped per
New York to England 300 strings of smilax.
This is the first ot a series ot regular ship-
ments, which will be made twice a week.
The North Hudson Florists' Club will
hold its fourth annual invitation hall, at
Heflich's Assembly Rooms, on Monday
evening, March 29.
F. E. McAllister, seedsman, has been laid
up for the past ten days with an attack of
the grip. He is getting over it and ex-
pects to be at his desk next week.
The F=ii-ORisxs* Exchange.
225
Philadelphi
Club.
The monthly meeting of the Flonsfs
Club was well attended, showing that more
Interest ia being taken now in club matters.
The essay on Violets, by K. M. Eisenhart,
proved very interesting. Members from out
of the city were present, among whom were
noticed Benjamin Dorrance, of Williesbarre,
and A. M. Herr, of Lancaster. The sub-
ject selected for an essay at the April
meeting is "Hot Water Under Pressure."
by J. D. Eisele. The membership of the
club is steadily increasing, .-imong those
present was Fr.mk Adelberger, with a very
pleasant countenance. A recent addition to
hia family, a boy, was the cauae of thi.s.
Murket Notes.
The good business reported last week
has kept up. Good flowers found ready sales
and the steady prices of ihe past few weeks
have been well maintained. But, as ex-
pected, the change has now arrived, and
although the prices of stock have not yet
gono down, there is not so much firmness
showing. Shipping orders to Washington,
no doubt, have kept up the demand some-
what. On Wednesday nearly all the com-
mission houses were busy in this line.
Roses have continued in good supply and
are of excellent quality. Carnations have
been scarcer, owing, no doubt, to the close
cutting of the last two weeks. Violets
are almost a glut, and it is diffloult to ob-
tain 50 cents for good doubles; in fact, on
Wednesday there were more violets on the
street than have been seen for some time
past. Not the small bunches of Schoen-
brunn, but large bunches of Marie Louise
ajid Lady Campbell, done up nicely in
waxed paper.
The plant growers report improved busi-
ness; orders from other cities have been
coming in much better, and the outlook is
altogether more encouraging.
A petition to the Director of Public
Safety, is being circulated amongthe retail
florists, asking that a license be imposed
upon street fakirs, who have recently be-
come so numerous on the streets. Nearly
all the retail florists have signed the pet
Seedlin
mention from
The Bos
Club met at H
ening, and list
committee was composed of S. J. Reuter
of Westerly, R. I.: A. H. Lange of Worces-
ter and Denys Zirngiebel of Needham, and
the competitors were Blush (Ward), Mrs.
G. M. Bradt (Dorner), C. A. Dana (Dorner).
General Maximo Gomez (Ward), Mrs.
James Dean (Ward), Nivea (Cook), Morello
(Hopp & Lemke), Tailby's Scarlet (Tailby),
Flora Hill (Hill). Morning Star and Seed-
ling 999 (Fisher). The scaling was by the
new schedule of the American Carnation
Society, but as plants were not shown the
scaling was on a basis of 90 points, and
the prize was awarded to F. Dorner & Son
3a with SO points. Blush and
scored 79, and received special
1 the committee.
)ston Gardeners' and Florists"
ticultural Hall Tuesday ev-
ed to a very interesting pa-
per on the "Winter Aspect of Trees and
Shrubs," by Charles J. Dawson.
The report of the dinner committee
showed that affair to have been a financial
as well as a social success. Two new mem-
bers were admitted, and an invitation re-
ceived from the Rhode Island Club to at-
tend their annual banciuet on Wednesday
Next Saturday, March 13, Professor Will-
iam Saunders, director of the Central Ex-
perimental Farm of Ottawa, Canada, will
deliver a lecture in the Massachuetts Hor-
ticultural Society's course on "Horticulture
in Canada."
John K. M. L. Farquhar will deliver his
interesting lecture on a recent trip through
Europe, with stereopticon illustrations, re-
cently given before the Boston Club, to the
Newport florists at their next meeting.
Robert McGorum of Natick has been ill for
the past two weeks.
W. A. Bock of Oimbridge has a fine lot
of flowering plants coming on for Easter
trade. Lilies, hydrangeas, etc.. all look
promising, and his specialty of palms are
receiving their usual careful attention.
James Delay left on Tuesday for Wash-
ington to be present at the inaugural cere-
monies. He will spend a few days also in
New York and Philadelphia. W. K. W.
BetBcber BroB
Black Ohas
Cavanaupb Mrs M. .
ClucasiBoddingloi
Cushnian Gladlolu
2H Kasting Wm V . 233
231) Kennlcott Broi Co. 232
214 KuehD 0 A 2:13
214 Lang Julius 232
Lynch WE 232
214 McCarthy N P * Co. 233
Everitt 4 iDBall
Oardlner J & Co. . .
Highlands Nursery . .
HiUsebosoli Bros —
.Tnosten 0 H
Keniston J A
Mader, Paul
UcAlUster F E Oo
MillsFB
Ouwerkerk P
PiersonFBOo. ..
Pitcher SManda...
Rlchter Max
Mullen Qeo
National Plant Co
N Y Cut Flower C
Pennook Samuel
Purdy & Blauvelt.
ReidEdw
Reinberg Bros
Rogers Park Fl Co
Rolker A* P
A meeting for electi
general organization will
Florisbs' Club room on
next. Florists, nursery)
on of officers (
be held in
Tuesday even
2n, seedsmen ;
dealers in florists' supplies are eligible to
membership. A large meeting is antici-
pated.
D.AVID RUST.
Boston.
Trade Notes.
The usual dull period which is sure
to visit us about the 1st of March, and the
short sales which accompany the advent of
Lent, have combined to overstock the mar-
ket and reduce prices during the present
week. Up to a few days ago business held
up in a very satisfactory manner, and in
all probability within another week things
will again be more favorable. At present
violets are particularly plentiful, as are
all kinds of roses and carnations, though
the better qualities find the readiest mar-
ket. Superior grades move slowly.
The "New England Florist" held an ex-
hibition of new carnations and novelties in
the Flower Market on Saturday last, which
proved a marked success and brought to-
gether a good showing of fine carnations,
and also several hundred growers and ad-
mirers of the divine flower from all parts
of New England. The exhibits were all of
a good or superior quality, and among
them were noted Edith Foster, Freedom,
Seedling 999, Morning Star, Jahn's Scarlet
and Daybreak, from Peter Fisher; Tailby's
Scarlet, from Joseph Tailby & Son; Jubilee
and Flora Hill, from E. G. Hill & Co.; El-
dorado, from M. L. Tirrell; Daybreak, from
J. L. Leach & Son; Harrison's White, from
John Harrison; Nivea, from A. H. Hoyle;
Delia Fox, from Charles Cummings; Mrs.
George M. Bradt and C. A. Dana, from
Fred Dorner & Son; a white and a scarlet
unnamed seedling, from John H. Newman;
Morello, from Hopp & Lemke; Burton's
Seedling, white, from John Burton;
Nivea, from H. A. Cook; Eldorado, from
W. R. Shelmire, and an extensive exhibit
from the Cottage Gardens, C. W. Ward,
manager, including Alaska, William Scott,
C. A. Dana, Glacier, Mrs. George M. Bradt,
Mrs. Duhme, Storm King, and several of
their new seedlings not disseminated, em-
bracing Thomas Young, Jr., Thorley, Lena
Small, Mrs. James Dean and General
Maximo Gomez. Joseph Breck & Son
offered a $50 cup, to be won for two con-
secutive years before awarded, for the best
seedling carnation, the exhibit to be twelve
blooms of each variety competiDg. The
Cnrnalions
Beach Jaa E .......
Beckert T F
Betscher Bros
Bool Floral Co
Breitn eyer J k Son
Cloud E J
Cottage Gardens.. 227
Dale H
Dorner P ft Sons Co.
Duulop Jno A
St Paul.
The weather, which has
ly dark and di'=agreeable sin
has brightened up the past :
the quality of stock has im
spondingly. Good flowers ha
scarce, but are more plenti
demand, however, seems to
the supply, and there is n
There was an unusual demand for funeral
flowers from country towns and shipping
trade has been quite lively.
In the plant line, azaleas seem to be in
most demani. There is a fiir sale for
hyacinths, cinerarias, etc., while there is
no call at all tor lilies.
Violets are in great demand and are more
popular than ever, notwithstanding the
large number of artificial ones which ore
worn so much nowadays.
On every hand we see evidences of com-
petition in the florist line, but "the more
the merrier." and as all the stores seem
to "make a living" and no one in any line
of business seems to make more, the "poor
florist's" lot is not to be pitied so much,
after all.
Here and TUere.
C. D. Elfelt is seriously ill at the hos-
.Anderson, the "Hill Florist," seems to
be doing a thriving business in his uptown
Swjnson, as usual, has all the choice
things of the season in his store. Tulips
cyclamen, amaryllis, ferns, etc., make hiu
place of business inviting.
VERITAS.
Index to Advertisements.
Achyranlhcs
Mead Geo A
221
Auction.ers
McCarthy N F & Co. 233
Alteinnntliei
Baldwin AJ
Peltbo'ufe"*E"!".
Smith ChaeE
Vincent KJrS Sons
*231
.231
213
.230
BaldwlnAJ 231
DavlsABSSon.... 2)1
Mead Geo A 221
National Plant Co... 218
NeflLI 231
Cloud E J*".""."' .
Shelmire W R. . . . .
Vincent B Jr S Sou
Z
Storre&Han-isonCo 216
National Florists... 233
Aquntica
Dreer HA
Vincent R Jr 4 Son
215
Book.aiKl Periodi-
cal.
American Gardening 233
Olucai&BoddiQgton
Co
ElUoUWmH. ...
MerkelC ft Son...
214
23.S
221
Bulbs and Rool.
Abel CC&CO 216
BerokmaDsP.1 ...215
BergerHHiCo.... 214
SutherlMid G A ....
Traendly & Schenck
Welch Bros
Wore C. W
Young John
Berckmans P J
Dahlias.
Cottage Gardens .
221
Peacock WP
Decorative Goods,
Collins Thcs
■221
Elliott WmH
ttickseokerOhasH..
21 ;
Decorative Pla
211
Becker Fred C
BoemerFred
Cottage Gardens.
Doyle J A
Mader Paul .
236 Rackham Geo A.,
131 Keimers Chas W.
DbergBros
Storrs h Harrison Oo 216
Strauss C & Co 2ia
Teas E y 280
Vincent R Jr i Sons 330
Wood Bros 231
DeSmetBros 23G
Dreer H'y A . .217
Nrsy. Co.. 217
Heacock Jos.
National Plant Co... 218
For Sale, To Lease..
Hail Insurar
FlorlstHailAss'n...
Heliotrope
Baldwin A J
Bocb Wm A
Felthousen J E
National PlantCo..
ith ChasE ,
Fangieide
FanstHOS Co....
LoulsTllloTob'oof
Rolker A & Sons . .
Skabcura Dip Co..
McGowan, Jno '22'
Mead Geo A 22
.Meadow View Green-
Morris piorai Co. ... 22'
Myer»*Samtman 223,22'
NewMeadowGardens 'i2'
PennockCJ 22
Rarkham G A.- ..21;
Reimers Chas W... 2t
Reinberg Bros 21
Shelmire W F
Siebert CT..
Smith N & Sc
Whitton & Son
Wood Bros
Cliry^anlhem
Beckert T P
Betscher Bros
Cottage Gardens .
Dailledouze Bros.
EiseleC
EluIeJG
Mead Geo A
Merkel C & Son. .
Pierson P R Co. . .
Rackham G A....
Reimers Chas
Roehrs Julius ..
Schmitz F W 0.,
Scott Jno
BobbinkLC
Elizabeth NursCo
Henderson P «iCo...
Mader Paul
Mead Geo A
Ouwerkerk P
Storrs&Harrison Co.
Van Houlte Louis...
Whitton 4 Son
Eciieveria
Baker J B
Kicliange
Davis A B & Son
international Hort.. 231
Elliott Wm ft Sons.
Peters John J Co ...
Vaughan'sS-edSton
Stoothoff H A..
Natl PlantCo 218
Sah
Lockland LumberCo 234
Seeda
Beaulieu H 214
BergerHH ft Co.... 214
Black Chas 214
Burpee WA ft Co.... 214
Cal Nursery Co «... . 214
Cluca8& Boddlngton 214
Gardiner John ft Go. 214
Jackson ft PerkinsCo 214
Jennings EB 229
Joostt-n C H 221
Keeler J G 2H
McAllister FE Co... 213
Newell Miss 1 214
Pitcher ft Man da. ..213
Rolker Aug ft Sons . . 2.16
Schiller J L 214
Semple Jas 214
Weeber& Don.... 214
Windhelm H 214
Slirul>s. FlaweriDK
Vino
r & Sons 230
AschniannO 221
Cavanaugh Mrs M. . 221
Ohlnnick W J 221
Ciinniugliam Jos H. 221
Dreer Hy A 217
Everitt ft Insall 221
Fryer E 231
Greene ft Underhlll. 226
Greene Co. Floral
Nurs 229
Harris C A ft Co.... 226
HerrD K 231
Hughes Geo J 221
N.-ener Henry 321
Pillsbury 1 L 226
Saul Jno 230
SeawanhakaGhs' 8204 2:u
Felthousen J :
MoMulleu J . . ,
Flower P.
Ernest WH...
234
Hilfloger Bros 234
Keller Bros 2 4
McCarthy N.F. ft Co. 233
Bice ft Co -234
Rolker ft Sons Aug 2)4
Svraonse Pottery Co 234
WhtUdln Pottery Co 234
Frn
Pla
Bailer PA 230
Black Chas 230
StorrsftHarrlsouCo 216
Fneliaia...
Felthousen J E. ... 231
Neff L. I '231
U'iiouse Building.
Healing and Ven.
Cilallne MaleriHl«
Oarmody J D 236
Ooldwell-Wllcoi Oo. 236
Deltsch Aft Co.!!.. 236
Hlppard E
Uitcblngs ft Oo I
Kay Wm H ;
LooklandLumber Co
234
Baker W J
Bassett ft
DaleH
IJumoul&Co
Ellison Wm
Ellis ft Pollworth . . .
Fitz'atdftHammond.
Fleokeostelu Ohas G
Ounlher WH.... !.!
Hart Michael A
Hoffmann H A 212 Geranii
Horan EO 2.32 BaldwlnAJ
Hunt EH 283 Benedict O-o 1
IlliuoisCutPlowerOo 332 Belocher Brra.
234, 336
Lord ft Burnham Oo 236
Monlniier John 0 Co 236
Pleroe F O 235
Plenty's Horticul-
tural Works 236
Quaker CltyMacb Oo 236
Co.,
Wolf A Q ft Bro .
. 236
ColUnsThos....
Lapp Bernhard .
lilyosoti
.It
Black Chas
Brinton WP
Crane S
Elizabeth Nurs Co .
Longsdorf O L...!!!
Monkhouse Jno
Moon Wm H Co
Pullen Alsi
Saul Jno
Btorrs ft Harrison Oo
Van Koert L
Watson T E
Orcliids.
Sander F ft Co
Saul Jno
Pansies
Dreer Henry i
Dreer H a'.'.'.'.'
Elizabeth Nun
Storrs ftHarrlson Co. 216
Watson TK 230
Smllax Plants.
Baller.F. A 230
Boerner Fred 231
Stroliilanlhes.
Search Wm H 226
Supplies and
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Parker Theron 229
Pierce PC 4 Oo. .. 235
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Scollay John A 235
Vegetable Plant.
Pullen Alex 217
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230 Verbenas
Dillon J L 231
.«G HerrD K 229
j^^S I HumfeldC 231
229
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Primulas
Cavanaugh Mrs M . . . 221
Logan At G'houses.. 223
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The F=i-orists* Excht^ngb.
GERANIUMS and VIOLETS.
Violets.-'. Miine Louise" aond, healthy trans-
planted plants from fiats nt tl.25 per 100, or from
sand in a few weeks at »T.OO per 1000.
Cash with order. AddresB
H. B, WEAVER & BRO.. Wheatland Mills, Pa.
Money Order ofHce. Lancaster. Pa.
I MENT'ON THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
20 GHRVSIIITIIEMS vtiims
For «1.00, PoBtage Paid.
Mrs. H. Robinson, Philadelphia, Queen, E.
Dailledouze, Major Bonnaffon, and 15 other
varieties. Send for List.
Double and Single Geraniums, $3 60 per 100.
HARVEY B. SNOW, Camden, New York.
WHEW WRITINO MENTiOH THE FmRIST3' EXCHANGE
CHOICR STRONG BOOTS, $0:Per 100.
I am
NOVELTIEb AND STANDARDS
. W. WILMORE. Box 382, Denver, Colo.
WEVEGOTEM
Not " Snakes," but
LADY CAMPBELL
VIOLETS.
30,000 Orders Wanted for 50,000
RootHd CutLluiis. Orders bonked for Aoril
. »3.00 I
BEACH & CO., Richmond,
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
MARCH 1st.
All the tieadlng Novelties, also strong
sturdy Rooted Cuttings o£ following splendid
varieties of 896.
Modesto, Mrs. Perrin, Glory of the Pacific,
Pink Ivory. Wm. Simpson, Ruth Ellis, Liberty,
Helen Wright, Tanoma, Violesoenl, Benj.
Giroud, and others. All the standard com-
mercial sorts, in tine healthy cocdition.
CARNATIONS.
March Ist. All the Leading Novelties.
Heady now, 10,000 Alaska, at $2.00 per 100
$15.00 per 1000. 10,000 Wm. Scott, at $1.60 per 100
$10,00 per 1000. These are nice sturdy cuttinjfs
Cash with order.
THEO. F. BECKERX,
Nkvillb island, clbnpielh pa
9 miles below Pittsburg, Pa. C^NP'tLD. P»
) RUNNERS
LOOK HERE! This Stock Must be Healthy.
Picked in October 70,000 flowers; in November,
130,000; in December, 1.50,000; in January, 110,000;
in February, 350,000. Con be proven by my com-
mission men. Will more than twice double this
before Easter. $4.00 per 1000; cash with order.
GEO. T. SCHUNEMAN, Blue Point, N.Y.
Largest grower of Marie Louise Violets in the world.
Winner of the largest prizes ever Offered for Violets.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
K. Dailledouze. L, Boeh
[aj.jr Bnnnair «. Philadelphia,
ory, M.Wanamaker, L. CaDDint'.
" " " us, TheQueeo. H.
G, Chllds. Golden Weddlne. Kda Prass, M, Hender-
son, at fJ.OO per 100. C«8n with order.
JOHN C. EISELE,
20th & Ontario Sts., PHILADELPHIA, PA.
ELVENi, ELAINO^l.
EynHGEiiiiE, Lomriy,
LEomoiis. sywPBfliin,
All Fine New Clirysantlie
For 1897.
JOHN N. MAY, Summit, N. J.
THE FARQUHAR-QUEEN OF VIOLETS
HEADQUARTERS STOCK. TRUE AND PERFECTLY HEALTHY.
E irliest. Freest, Darkest and nioit Double. Plant
runners for stock. From 2!^ -inch pots. In bud, S3
Sl.50 per 100, by mail; «10.00 per «1000.
ill flower and give a quantity of
00. Strong Rooted Runners,
Cash with order
C. E. WELD, VIOLET SPECIALIST, ROSLINDALE, MASS.
SUPIOT-THE VIOLET KING
OBTers the following varieties of Violets for March delivery. All plants are in perfect
health, having been grown cold.
None of my Violet houses are heated, thus insuring perfect health and vigorous growth.
Princess of ^Tales (Princesse de Galles), introduced by me from France four years ago.
Sl.OO per doz.; $7.00 per 100.
IPrlncesa Beatrice, new. $1.00 per doz.; $7.00 per 100.
Admiral Avellan, new. $1.00 per doz.; $7.00 per 100.
Luxoniie. 76c. per doz.; $5.00 per 100.
Petite Blue. 75c. per doz.; $5.00 per 100. Also a large stock of older varieties, such as
Cliambruu, etc. Prices on application. Cash with all orders.
FRANSIS SUPIOT, 57th Si. and Lancaster Ave., PHILADELPHIA, FA
I THE n.ORIST8' EXCHAHG,
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
GEO.S.P
DEFENDER. Bright Dark Crimson, reflexed, does not show under side of
pstala. 3i>^ ft. size, 9 inches stout stem, good foliage up to the bloom, easy to
. ci,«. Best Crimson to date, N. C. S. Certificate. 50c. each ; $5.00 per doz.;
135.00 per 100.
GEO. S. KAI^B. Early White, Oct. 2d. Slightly reflexed, 3 ft. size, 6 to 7 inches
stout stem, good foliage to the bloom. We have grown this 3 years and find
it best all around Early White we have seen, N. C. S. Certificate. A money
maker for you. 35c. each; $3.50 per doz. ; $35.00 per 100. Distribution March 1.
CASH OR SATISFACTORY REFERENCE.
FlStei & ERaS, Toll Gate, Belair Ave., 83111016,1011.
WHEN WRrriNC MENTION THE FLORIST'S EXCHANGt
CUlpOThen Die lie^t rnr florists,
Kelley's Florists' Shears
CinuiRr Itic. Fi.Oltl.sTS
2S,0D0 GEnmiUMS 2MO0
NOW READV. Strong plants, Z'A inch
pots, $3.00 per 1110 ; $25.00 per 1000.
Also bedding and basket plants later.
Coleus Itooted Cuttings. T5c. per
100; $6.00 per lOOl). Cash with order-
GEO. W. GASKILL, WARREH, OHIO.
ROOTED GUTTINQS. Good Ones
Verbenas, 24 varieties, 80 cts. per 100; 87,00 per 1000,
JS ew eiant'Alfssum & MiViiei tVo viiie,20 cts!
Ouphea Llevea OF OlgarPInnt 20 cts,
HalTlasand Mnrenerltea 20cts,
Mexican P'lmrnHee A Agerntum 20 cts.
Coleus. 12 cts. ChrjBnnthemuinii 20 c-
STRONG PLANTS OF LILIUMHARRISII
12 inches hlnh, right for Eister. at tUO per doz,;
$;0,00perl00.
GERANIUMS.
Mostly double, extra dne beddine varieties, Hfee
Gen. Grant. Whi'e Swan. S. A. Nutt. in variety.
$3.25 per 1(0; »20.CO per lUUO.
Ceo. H Benedict, Yorkville, N. Y.
WHEN WRrriNQ MEMTIOH THE FLORISTS' EXCH«WOI
C$03L-XSX7^ :
F.ichslns, leadlr
Keverfew, LutI
riO.OUper 1000,
'e G°em!'»l,56 p'eVl
; 65c. per 100. by mail
C.A.HARRIS&CO., Delanson,N.Y,
Trade List for 1897
FREE ON APPLICATION.
SEAWANHAKA GREENHOUSES
Oyster Bay, L. I., N. Y.
ROOTcD COLEUS CUTTINGS.
Beaaty, MidnlKht,
Flrecreet. Hiawatha, lilorloea. Koyai Mantle, snv-
lock. Firebrand. Rob Roy. Othello, OharminB. Robi.
Buist. Harry narold. Yellow Bny, Whltelaw Reid.
ProKress. Charles DickeoB, PiDk Geiu, Pronreasuin
Electric Liebt. The Belle, Speculata. Mara, Yeddo,
Penn Royal. Maroon Velver, Attraction. Corsair.
Spotted Gem. Faotasie. Miss Bliss. Amoretta, D .ra
Olapp. Asa Gray. Varibllis. Plitzpatrlck. Bronie
Queen, Exquisite. Beckwith tiem. and 26 other
varieties. 70 cts. per 100 by mall; $i.00 per lOGO by
Farqubar Violets, a few hundred rooted run-
ners. $:i 00 per 100 by mail.
Lady Campbell Violets, rooted runners, 5C
cts. per 100: J3.00 per 1000.
Alyosotii, $1.50 per 100 by mall.
WM. H. SEARCH. Ai/ondale, Chester Co.. Pa
VIOLET CLUMPS
MARIE LOUISE. Per 100, $3.00.
ROOTED CUTTINGS
GERANIUMS, Double White, Pink "^
and Hed $15 00 S 0
GERANIUMS, mixed, Mme Salh^roi,
. Stev
MRS. POLLOCK, GERANIUM,
REX BEGONIA
STROBILANTHES,
AUTERNANTHERA, VIOLETS..
SWEET ALYSSUM, double
SALVIA, scarlet, HELIOTROPE,
ABUTILON, Son v.rip Bonn 2 (10
SNOWCREST DAISY, CYPERUS
ALTERNIFOLIUS 2 00
ROSE, Mermet, Bride, Wootton,
Brldesmnid 1 50
TRAILING QUEEN FUCHSIA
and Donhle White 2 00
VI NC A VARIEQATA, $4.00, $6 00, $10.00, per 100
Write tor p> ices on other rooted cuttings. Stock
true to name and extra care in selecting.
Terms, Cash or 0. O. D.
GREENE S UNDERHILL, Watertown, N.Y.
MENTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHANOE
A Trip Down South.
In northern Florida, from Jacksonville
down to this point, I was not very mucti
impressed with the condition existing this
season, particularly as regards vegetation,
the frosts of several weeks ago having done
considerable harm to plant life. But here,
in Rockledge, the ideal spot on the eastern
coast of Florida, conditions are more favor-
able, and one enjoys outdoor life to its full
extent. The weather is grand, about what
we would call a nice summer day at home,
the thermometer ranging about SO to 85
daily, with a bright sun, which would be
pretty hot were it not for the stiff breezes
from the Indian River, which one greatly
appreciates. The evenings are nice, and
the moonlit landscape is a picture.
The beautiful river flowing by, the large
palmettoes and the live oaks covered with
southern moss, reminding me much of our
willows, funereal-like casting their shadows
across the splendid driveway bordering the
river, the wheels spinning noiselessly by
with their fair occupants, the fragrance of
the flowers in the gardens perfuming the
air, and last, but not least by any means,
the infernal mosquitoes which have been
pestering us for the past week — is some-
thing one does not soon forget, especially
the mosquitoes. I have met with mosqui-
toes in various parts of the world, but the
southern specimens are the most persistent,
ravenous and numerous I ever came across.
Talk about the Jersey "skeeters," they are
not in it at all.
The orange groves in this locality are, to
a great extent, recovering from the effects
of the severe frost of a few winters ago,
but it will require a few more years to get
any profit out of them. The loss to Florida
is inestimable, and the growers have felt
very much discouraged since that time and
are all anxious to sell out. It is bard for
those who have not seen it to realize the
damage. Trees spreading from twenty to
thirty feet across, and even more, with
stems six to eight and more inches
in diameter, were, in most cases,
These are now again sprouting and making
fair growth. A few growers escaped the
frost, and those orchards are a sight — trees
laden with the finest of oranges, which sell
at sight, at much better prices than we pay
tor them at home. The pi'ospects for a
crop for next season from those trees which
were not greatly injured are very promis-
ing, the trees being covered with buds.
Bananas were also cut down by the fi'ost.
but are again recovering — they are hard to
exterminate down here.
Early vegetables, strawberries and pine-
apples are doing well, particularly the lat-
ter, and I expect to visit the large pineries,
about 100 miles farther sijuth, in the neigh-
borhood of Jensen, a small village.
Travel through the South is somewhat
improved over last season, but it is not as
heavy as "mine hosts" of the palatial hotels
would like to have it, very few houses be-
ing filled with people.
In St. Augustine I had the pleasure of
meeting Mr. Carmody of EvansviUe, Ind.,
who, with his wife, was making an exten-
sive southern trip. Mr. Carmody has rent-
ed out his greenhouses and is confining
himself to the ventilating apparatus and
boiler specialties. He is a great lover of
the wheel and made good use of the splen-
did roads for miles and miles; in fact, this
is a paradise tor wheelmen. Fishing is also
e.xcellent in this locality, parties out for a
few hours returning with forty and fifty
good-sized fish. E. C. RBINBMAN.
Rockledge, Fla.
Heating by Coil Boiler.
I have received a great many letters
of inquirj- about the new coil boiler of
which I recently gave a description in the
"Exchange." The boiler has undoubtedly
been tested well this winter. My ther-
mometer outside stood at 24 below zero,
while the temperature inside, with movie-
rate fire, was 56 to ii5 degrees.
If a slack coal grate with good draft is
used, this heater will he-at more water with
less fuel than any coil boiler I've seen.
Any kind of fuel may be used, hard, soft
or slack coal, but I find slack the cheap-
est. After the fire is well started, in
twenty minutes I have the returns all hot
back to the boiler. One great advantage
with this coil is, it does not hold much
water. That is why the water heats so
rapidly. The smaller the volume the less
fire is required, and the quicker is a cir-
culation nromoted.
All information given to those inter-
ested. Send tor drawings, etc.
D. N. PAYNE.
P. O. Box, 153 Pt. Clinton, Ohio.
The F=i-orists' Exchange.
227
ROOTED GARNATIONGUTTIflCl
Scott and Portia,
$l.-'5i
■Uli; $10.1.0 1
Daybreak,
$1.50 per ICO; $13.50 per WOO.
Lizzie McGowan,
$1.(0 per 100; $8.00 per lOtO.
THE BOOL FLORAL CO., Ithaca, N. Y.
WHEN WRITiWQ MEWTIOW THE FLORISTS- EXCHANGE
LOOK HERE.
Carnation Cuttings
From healthy and well-firown stock.
William Scoll. L. McGowan, Portia, 8.126 per 100:
$10 per 1000
Daybreak. Anna Webb Mrs. Fisher. Alaska. Alberlini.
Tidal Wave, Storm King, Boiiton d'Or. Bridesmaid,
Emily Pierson, $1.6m per KlO; $1;J hu per luuo.
Delia Fox, Ivory, Gold Finch, $4 per 100.
Fellow'a New Red. Flower I « Ice the size of
Order of 50) cuttings filled at lOjO rates, not
less than 100 of a kiud. Cash with order.
JAMES E. BEACH,
Successor to J. H. Bea»'h & Sou,
617 Park Ave., Bridgeport, Conn.
NEW YELLOW
CARNATION^^
MAYOR PINGREE
Did you ever fry this Carnation variety?
IF NOT, WHY NOT?
It is a spleiKiid pink variegated pink variety,
large and lull tlowers, long and strung stem.
GOOD SELLER.
GRALLERT & CO.
COLMA, SAN MATEO CO., CAL.
Rooted Cult
ngs, $5.00 per 100
$40 0nperlM.I.
From Soli,
- - $6.1-0 per 100
ISO RWST
$50.00 per lOt/O.
MENTION THE FLOR
ISTS- EXCHANGE
GOOD TIMES
CARNATIONS
YOU RUN NO RISK.
Per lOU Per lOOli
alio, new scarlet, extra fine $10.00 $76.00
a Hill, white, large and free 12.00 lOO.Uli
McBurney, Unlit pink, large.
12.00 100.00
10.00
10.00 75.ro
HatiHfactory
Llaska, Daybreak,
Keller, and lago.
)ella Fox, Jubilee,
ALBERT M. HERB, LB. 496, Lancaster, Pa.
; rmRiBTs- cxchangt
A BARGAIN
Mayor Pingree, yellow, large, free..
Mrs. Duhme, clear pink, free, early, lu.uu vo.uu
Mrs. Bradt, white, marked scarlet.. 10.00 75.00
C. A. Dana, shell pink. One 12.00
Lily Dean, white, marked pink 10.00 7600
Maud Dean, white, blush center 10.00 75.00
Ivory, very productive, white 3.00 25.00
Delia Fox, beautiful pink 4 00 35.10
Jubilee, large, scarlet 6 00 60.00
Also large stock of standard varieties. Send
GeThAnToCK X SON, Grand Haven, Mich.
CARNATIONS
Mrs. Clias. H. Diilinie, delicate
pink.
.$10 |75
4000 Roblu Hood. lie
2011 Meteor
200 Bridesmaid
We prepay express charges.
MORRIS FLORAL CO
MORRIS. ILL.
m THODSimD
Rooted cuttings of the nevr Seedling
Carnation, originated by Mr. H. A.
Cook, of Shrewsbury, Mass., grown
by the subscriber, and now being
put upon the market as ... .
...NIVEA...
Cuttinga now ready and free from rust.
«10.00 per 100; *;)5.O0 per 500 ;
SCO.OO per 1000.
DAYBREAK, SCOTT, STORM KINO,
PURITAN, METEOR. GOLDFINCH,
HECTOR, ALBERTINI, and others,
^1.2.5 per 100; $10.00 per 1000.
A. W.HOYLE, Spencer. Mass.
Mrs. Geo M. Bradt, white,
striped scarlet 10
C. A. Dana, shell pink 10
Flora Hill, white 12
Mrs. McBurney, salmon pink. . . 12
Mayor Pingree, yellow 10
Morello. scarlet 10
Maud Dean, blush 10
Lily Ileal), white, striped pink. . 10
Harrison's White, white 10
It not already received send for our price
all the leading standard
Ready Now. $1.50 Per Doz.; $10 Per 100; $75 Per 1000.
-FOR SALE BY-
JOIIII BBEITMEVER i SONS, THE GOIIIGE GliDENS,
Miami and Gratiot Aves., DETROIT, MICH.
QUEENS, L. I.
SEEDLING CARNATIONS for 1897.
nd contlnuouabloomer. very fragrant and ;
sblpper. steniB extra long ana stin, an exceedlnnly attractive and profitable vi
ineCBU ICCCCDCnU Deep Pink, very large and showy nowera. on long, stiff steru
JDSCPH JtrrtnOUHi color resembling ThoB.Cartledge. much larger aower. . . .
Send For Wholesale List of New »sd Standard Cuofttions. Stock Strong and Eealtliy. NO RUST.
C. J. PENNOCK, The Pines, KENNETT SQUARE, PA.
THE CARNATION NOVELTIES,
MAYOR PINGREE >ND MORELLO
other new sorts, also noted introductions, and well-knovpn standards.
Our Fine New Hlustrated Catalogue Now Ready. FREE.
DAN'L B. LONG,
Jobbing Florist and Growers' Agent, BUFFALO, N. Y.
Harrison's
# White.
COME AND SEE IT.
JOHN HARRISON,
739 Bergen Ave., Av';':';™^'
JERSKY CITY, N. J.
Tnke Baynnne or <;reeDvl
rnr from PennnylvHulH K.
Ferry I set on ul Bid well A i
Famous Carnation Delia Fox
Staould be Krown by everybody. The past season must have tauuht all
growers that the high-gr de Carnallons are the only ones that were proOtable,
and Delia Fox stands above them all for size, color and stems. Hooted cuttings
now ready. MYEBS & SAMTMAN, W;ndmoor, Cheituut Hill, Phlln.
228
The Plorists' Exchkngb,
SITUATIONS WANTED.
Kate. 10 cents p«r line (8 words), eaoh
onion. Cash with order. This rate applies .
0 situation wanted advertisements and when
olid, without display. When letters are addresst
S^^flU
A^'^o^Jk?
S. S. J., 52 Thii
riARDENER wants a
)^ eneed in cut flow
Greenwich St.. New Yc
on, eepeclally experi-
?riag. i». Hanson. 132
up In seneral stock,
CITUATIONt
'^ bI«. flrsf-Rls
Rie. fl rst-cl ass B rower and maker-iip
Excliaoge.
OITUATION wanted by younff German ; 10 years'
^^ experience in this country, eapecially in rose
(trowlnB ; afte 26, best of reterences. Address W. J.
Kemiel.Madison, N. J.
OITUATION wanted by flrat-class Hardener and
*^ florist: 14 veara' eJCDHrlonfiO. hftst. nf vrarfrtrPta
MTUATION w
-^ tablisbment,
>f florist stock;
JoxStiS. Wilkes Barre
pL0RI3T.-A younK (married) i
seeks emploj
^and industry prominent trails.' Box 317
19i. VVashindton i
pERMj'
full charge. Age 29, married, striciij sober. reliable
and bas good references. State wages. Address
Permanent, care Florists' Exchange.
QITUATION wanted, single, German. 13 years' ex"
^ perleoue, all round man, commercial or private
place; best references Irom Europe and United
States; prefer near New York. G. Kiefuer, 523
Hlgbpoint Ave.. West Hoboken. N. J.
wanted by young
preferred; best of refe'rlsnc'es. Address
care Florists' Excha
gITUATION wanted by thoroughly practical florist
^* of lite experience; thoroughly posted in all
thoroughly
-~ - 'ts, 'mums, nower-
private. English.
QITUATION wanted on private place about Aprli
^ l6t. by young mfl" '" ' - . " -
vegetable gardening
grower of roses and all kinds of cut flo
Address P.O. BoxK. 18,G
W^ANTED.
A situation witli aoy lady or gentleman re-
quiring the services of a good gardener and
florist combined, to talie charge of their estab-
lishment. Has been in present situation 5
years. Time expires April 1. Age 42 years.
Two in family.
Philip Haynes, Tlie Gardens, Tantic, Conn'
HELP WANTED.
WANTED ^^^married man as foreman; mual
assistant, one that understands the business; stead^
work. Address, stating wages wanted. A. Leuth/
florist. Herkins Street. Roslindale. Boston. Mass ^
WANTED.
For a private place, Gardener, married pre-
ferred, house on place, (new house), good
wages to the right party; last.employer's name,
copy of reference. Address B. T., care of
Florists' Exchange.
IVANTED.
A good, thoroughly experienced fTorist for
growing outdoor flowers ; single mati pre-
ferred.
Address, BOX 42'J, WASHINGTON, D. C.
WANTED
xperienced I>lan as Workinr Foremai
iommerclal place, must understand the Krowini
eneral stock; roses, 'mums, carnations, palmf
Tj, None but a WilllnB. honest, sober man neci
lingle second man, mus
Large Carolina Poplars
3 TO 4 IKCH CAI,IPER.
Address, stating price,
D. B. EDWARDS,
Floral Hall, ATLANTIC CITY, N. J.
GREENHOUSES and LAND.
FOR SAI.E CHEAP.
New fi.\tures of florist store. Good place
72 Sixth Avenue, New York City.
FOR SALE CHEAP. L?a^'d'con?
N. Y, City, two story dwelling. 1* rooms, a
by steam. Good barn and dweillng for
Paying business established. &H acres (
cause for selling. Forfar
B. J., Florists' Exchange.
TO I.EASE.
On account of owner going abroad for a
number of years the John Henderson Co.
will lease to a responsible party their property
at Flushing, L. I., consisting of «2,50U square
houses, stables, horse, wagon, &c., for a term of
years. For all particulars apply to
JOHN HENDERSON CO., Flushing, N. T.
FOR SALE OR RENT.
Tliirty acres of the finest market gar-
den land in Orange County. Expressly
adapted to the raising of celery and
onions. Terms easy. Address
MARKET GARDEIK.
P. O. Box 2^3. NewbuiBh.N. y.
GREENHOUSE TO LET.
STOCK FOR SALE.
On account of other business I will lease my
greenhouses, land, and business, located
Van Sickle Station, Coney Island, N. Y., (ihe
only greenhouses on Uoney Island). Four green-
houses, each 6l)xl8 feet. Stock consists of mis-
cellaneous plants for bedding and cut flowers.
August Lindeman, Van Sickle Station, Coney
Island, N . Y.
FOR SALE AT A BARGAIN.
4.000fe6t of glass, flrst-cla
' ride from city HO.COO;
t afford to overlook t
IOWA, care The Florists' Exchange.
TO LET.
aid be entered Into.
Address EQUITABLE.
Care of Florists' Exchange.
Mount Kisco, N. Y.
The Westchester County Horticultural
Society held its monthly meeting on Feb.
26. Mr. J. M. Hunter of Hempstead, L. I.,
was present and addressed the meeting on
"Small Fruits." His address was benefi-
cial and highly commended by all present.
There was a fine exhibition of Begonia Er-
fordii, seedling cannas and Tidal Wave car-
nations by President A. L. Marshall of
Pawling.
HERBERT A. SPAVINS, See.
Allegheny, Pa.
A small fire that caused a trifling dam-
age occurred in the greenhouse of Richard
Geyer, on Fleming avenue, on Feb. 19.
Chester, Pa.
Shaw Brothers contemplate making alter-
ations in their greenhouses, also erecting
an additional one the coming spring.
Charles Buzby has been suffering from an
attack of grip.
Kennett Square, Pa.
William Swayue was the only representa-
tive from the "carnation belt" at the meet-
ing of the American Carnation Society in
Cincinnati. He was accompanied by his
family, and visited several Ohio towns,
also Richmond. Ind., before returning home.
Prov.dence, R. I.
Tlie Market.
C. C. Sullivan haa given up business
on Westminster street temporarily.
H. S. Anderson, representing Aug. Rhot-
ert. New York, was in town the past
On the first day oj April next Joseph W.
Baker will retire from the superintendency
of the North Burial Ground, and his suc-
cessor, James A. Warren, Jr., will take
charge.
Club IVotes.
The monthly meeting of the Florists
and Gardeners' Club was held last Friday
evening, with an unusually large attend-
ance. Matters in connection with the com-
ing Convention of the S. A. F. were en-
thusiastically discussed. So interesting did
the dLscucsion become that before the mem-
bers were aware of it the lateness ot the
hour precluded the reading and discussion
of an excellent paper on carnations by Hon.
Nathan D. Pierce, Jr., and it wa.3 laid over
until the March meeting. Messrs. William
King, John Macrae, William Maxfleld and
James Palmer made meritorious displays
ot carnations. W. H. MASON.
Cincinnati.
Si. Louis.
DInrket Notes.
Trade continues good and prices de-
pend upon the development of the seller's
nerve. Roseii are so scarce that good buds
bring any price the wholesaler has the
courage to ask. The continued lack of
sunshine decreased the supply. The steady
prices mentioned last week gave way under
the pressure ol demand, and the value ot
roses is now determined by how badly the
buyer needs them. Bridesmaid is again
the favorite, and brings the highest price.
On Saturday and Sunday extra fine Brides-
maids brought 15c. without a struggle.
First brought 12e. and seconds, which rep-
resent 75 per cent, of the receipts, sold at
Sc. Bride netted 12c. for fancy, Sc. for
for
the
large demand for funeral orders was short
of demand. Kaiserin received here now are
not of choice quality, and lUc. is the top
figure for the best ot them. Thi,5 rose is
a proverbially bad shipper, and unless
packed with great care comes to the mar-
ket bruised and is valueless. To avoid
this buds should be wrapped in soft wax
paper and placed in the shipping case in
single layers only. Perle is scarce, sur-
prisingly so, when we consider how pro-
lific it is. Fancy Perle brought, whole-
sale. $1 a dozen, and from that figure down
to 60c. per dozen, which is the lowest price
at which seconds were sold. Meteor are
mast plentiful and cheapest in price. Real
fancy Meteor are scarce and command 12c.,
but that class ot buds is very scarce, as
the dark weather is causing large quan-
tities of "bullheads" to form, which are
poor sale at $4 to 56 per hundred.
La Fi-auce, Testout, Whitney, Morgan and
all other usually neglected varieties sell
now and at good figures, too. At 7c. for
first and 6c. for seconds. There is a slight
improvement in the quality of Beauties.
They sell at $6 per dozen for fancy and
from that down to $2 per dozen for 12 to
15-inch stems.
Carnations are plentiful; Scotts most
abundant and Daybreak scarce. The de-
mand continues without interruption, but
the supply is too large to raise values
above $2 per hundred for average stock.
Fancy blooms command $2.50 and a few
novelties brought $3 per hundred. Prices
are well maintained and the demand is
fully up to the supply.
Violets are in great abundance. South-
ern violets sell at $2 per box containing
2,000 to 2,500 blooms. Home-grown flowers
sell at 10c. to 15c. per hundred for single
and 40c. for double. Double violets are rel-
egated to the past and California now takes
precedence, selling at from 50c. to 60e. per
hundred.
Bulbous stock is plentiful.
Smilax is very scarce and prime stock
sells readily at 15c. to 20c. a string.
Retail Note.s.
The retailer is having the market all
to himself. The supply ot roses is not
sufficient to meet his wants and so the
fakir is left without stock. Here trade con-
tinues good. The week before Lent is usu-
ally a good one. Weddings are numerous
and there is any number of balls, dinners
and receptions to wind up the society sea-
son. Funeral work continues to keep
store forces busy.
C. G. F.
Market Notes.
Business for the past week has been
all right. There were hardly enough
roses and carnations to go round. Bulbous
stock is plentiful, callas being a little too
much so and selling very cheap. Violets
are abundant and fetch 50 cents per 10
Jottings.
The recent flood caused three of our '
growers much loss and inconvenience. ,
Fred Walz will lose at least 52,000. At
sixty feet tlie water put out his fires, and
stoves of all styles, shapes and sizes were
called into service, but a severe cold night
or two froze many ot his plants. He
thinks that he will be able to save his
versally admired at the recent convention.
The water reached nearly up to his
benches in all but the palm house. B. J.
Glins and K. Wolf will lose nearly every-
thing, and, coming now, when Easter
stock is being got into shape, it is hard to
estimate what the loss will foot up. These,
I believe, are the only florists who suffered
by this flood. The places of the market
gardens all along the Mill Creek Valley are
ruined, being entirely submerged, and the
damage and loss will run into the thou-
sands.
On Sunday a large number of florists and
friends .attended the funeral services of R.
J. Murphy. The floral tributes were nu-
merous and beautiful. The Florists' So-
ciety emblem, a pair of cycas leaves and a
crseceut wreath composed of Robert's
favorite flower. Daybreak carnation, tied
with a wide pink silk ribbon, was espe-
cially beautiful. To his widow, sons and
daughters the sympathy of the craft is ex-
tended in this, their time ot sorrow. J. A.
Evans of Richmond, Ind., attended the
funeral, and several letters of sympathy
were received from friends who could not
The carnation once more occupied the
flrst place ot rank in decorating the car
which bore the "flrst gentleman and lady
of the land," Major McKinley and wife, to
the White House. E. G. Hill & Co. had
the distinguished honor of furnishing this
car. Good taste has been shown in se-
lecting the divine flower for the decora-
J. A. Peterson has a very handsome de-
livery wagon; the body is white, with
settings ot heavy plate glass bearing his
name. A fine bay horse, with silver-
mounted harness, completes this fine equip-
page. B. G. GILLBTT.
Buffalo.
state of Trade.
Some recent and rather cold weath-
er interfered with business, especially on
Saturday last when it almost completely
knocked out the market trade, as plants
could not be handled to advantage. It has
since moderated and business in an ordin-
ary way is coming on. There was no splurge
whatever at the close of the festive season,
and it seems doubtful whether the Lenten
trade can be any more humdrum than
business has been during the past six
weeks. The quantity ot flowers has not
been large, and has been pretty well called
for at ordinary going prices. Carnations
are inclined to be scarce this week.
This week "Bicycle Row" (as it is aptly
termed, and justly, too, there being more
than a dozen full fledged bicycle stores
within two blocks, a district where the
stores ot this class ot business are located
on upper Main street) seems to be mutually
interested in "openings," and in a moder-
ate way quite a number of the florists have
had orders for plants and flower decora-
tions.
S. A. Anderson has recently relinquished
his business and retail branch at No. 584
Main street, and is now devoting his atten-
tion exclusivelv to his downtown store.
It is now expected that the annual meet-
ing, election and banquet ot the club will
be postponed until Friday of next week.
On Wednesday of last week we had the
pleasure ot seeing on their return trip from
the carnation meeting and the West, Messrs.
May, Asmus, Rath, McMahon and Daille-
douze, of New York City. Walter Mott and
Joseph Rolker were here on Monday, and
Harry J. Millatt, ot Auburn, visited friends
in town over Sunday. VIDI.
Lockport, N. Y.
Thomas Mansfield reports a good season;
orders for designs have been quite heavy.
He is very successful with carnations.
Silver Spray and Daybreak. I notice his
cutting bed is composed of coal dust, finely
screened. He says it does not pack like
sand, will take lots ot water, and harbors
no fungus. Plants thrive in it and throw
out abundant roots. W. M.
The F=i-orists' Exchange.
229
SAMPLE HE
ORDER
RR'S Fine Coleus
and Verbena.
full ad. page 231.
THE n-ORISTS'
A BARGAIN.
HELEN KELLER, Rooted Cuttings,
SJ.OO per 100; SIS. 00 per 1000.
GEO. R. QEIQER, Nazareth, Pa.
Healthy Carnation Cuttings.
COOL GROWN. NO RUST.
Mizle McGowan. William Scott. Portia. Eries-
oourt. each. Jl.OO per lOOi Thomas Cartledse and
H. otor. »l.50 per 100; Lillian Abbe and Helen Keller,
NEW MEADOW GARDENS,
W. S. NICIIOI.. Prop.
CARMTION AND COLEUS CDTTIliGS,
mm. Alaska, Rjise Queei
King. Peach Blow, Helen Keller. Minnie Co
Utii'e Gilbert, Meteor and Daybreaii J2.00 per 100.
Delia Foi. Eldorado and Bouton d'Or. $3.00 per 100.
Geranium.. 2«ln.pot.J2C0p.rl00.
Coleua, no mealy bug, VerachaffeltU and ijolden
B.dder, »1.00 per 100. Cash orsatlstactorj reference,
CEO. M. EMMANS, Newton, N.J.
WHCN WB TING MENTION THE
MODEL CmHITIOII SUPPORT.
Afforris porfei-t support, admits plenty of
liirlit and fiLe circulation of air Combines
lishtneis stiength and liuiHlillity Adjustable,
easilj raised Kradusilh in the pliuit urows
Packs compactly in -.111 ilUl m A tlurd circle
je supplied foi t \tiii tn 1 i lantH
' \i Write for circularii and
V prici s.
THERON PARKER. 32S. Sixth st
PANSY PLANTS.
$4.1(1 per 1,(11,0 cash.
. KNGLK, Box Jl 1, Oayton, Ohi
RrrtNO MENTIOH THE nXttUSrg' CKftMA
WELL ROOTED CUTTINGS.
Violrts-
Callfornla. Carapheil, Marie Louise, Swanley. White.
Giant Double Alys8Uni-75 els. per lOO, by mail.
Prices and Trade List given for the asltinK.
X. JS. 32.
E.J. CLOUD, Avondale, Pa.
WHEW warriHO MENTWH the rLOBISTS- EXCHANGE
CARNATIONS
Daybrenit, Sco
Wii
Sprays,
McGonan, Por
ThoB. Cartledee, Kohinoor, Ko.e oaeen.
Bride of Erleecourt, $2.00 per 100; H5.0O per 100(
VIOLETS ^si^^3|^^teo:?^ooo
JOSEPH RENARD, Unionville, '"^^ Pa
FINE HEALTHY
CARNATION CUTTINGS
From Sand. $8 00 per 1000.
From Flats, JIO 00 per 1000,
Scott, McGowao, Portia.
Cash with Order.
A. ROTHAAR & SON,
654 Central Ave., BBOOKT.YN, N. I
T!a\
VIOLETS MY SPECIALTY!
on and after March ist I wUl be ready to supply, In any
quantity, stock of tUe following varieties
ROOTED RUNNERS, ALL FROM GOOD PLANTS.
PRINCESSE do GALLES, the qu. en
single violets. The largest and n
fragrant ; strong fjrower and product
Per 100, $5.00; per 1000, J45.00.
LUXOHNE. per 100, $3.00; per lOOO, $25.00.
SEND IN YOUR ORDERS NOW
LOUISE, Per 100,500.;
per 1000, $4.00.
LADY CAMPBELL. Per 100,
60c.; per 1000, $4.00.
CALIFORNIA. Per 100, $1.00;
per WOO, $8.00.
CASH OR SATISFACTORY REFERENCE.
FERD. BOULON. Sea Cliff, L I., N.Y.
THE JENMINOS STRAIN of
Plnest American Oro-wn Pansles.
Fine plants from C"ld frames, 75 cts per 100
by mail ; $4.00 per 1000 by express.
SEED of above strain $1.00 per pkt. of 2600
eTb.' JENNrHGS,nf,4"" Southport, Conn.
GROWER OF THE FINEST PANSIES.
Pansies Worth Raising
'QUICK RETURNS I
Cash with I
C. Soltau & Co. ' Tv™." Jersoy City, H. J.
PAIMSY PLANTS
I WRrriNG MENTION THE FLOI1I8TS' EXCHANGE
20,000 Well-Hooted Rose Cuttings.
. La Franci
.00; $13.00 per 1000.
Mermet, $1.25 per 100; $11.1.0
Bridesmaid, Meteor,
moaa, Gontier, $1
Bride, NIphel
CARNATIONS; Daybreak, Scott.McGowan,
Albertinl, Portia, $1.00; $8.00 per lOOO.
Cash with order. By mail, add 10c. per 100.
J.J.L&MPERT,S36NorthKingSt.,Xenia,0.
varieties.
^r Lots of other FLORISTS' STOCK at
accordingly low prices. Write for particulars.
Few Genista and Rex Begoniasleft.at JL.'iO
per dozen.
^-Strictly CASH ^Ylth order.
GREENE COUNTY FLORAL NURSERY,
-Wlilte Hall, 111.
international choice mixtur
ine large plants in bud or bl
ri; $10 per 1000. From seed bed, 60
; $4 per 1000; all grown in cold
J. C. SCHMIDT & CO.,
Wholesale Pansy Growers, Box 24, BRISIOI,, PA'
yl:«;;L».::r -Z- Vellow Monarch.
Japanese. Blooma certificated at New York and Boston, October 7, 1896.
Now ready, from 3J^ inch pots, excellent stock. Price, |3.50 per doz., $25.00 per 100.
DAILLEDOUZE BROS.,
(Klatbtish.) BROOKLYN, N. Y.
THE COTTAGE GARDENS, Queens, L. I.
SPECIALISTS IN
Carnations, Cannas, Chrysanthemums,
"fp^jr Geraniums and Dahlias. iirc^EllsV""
Pansies! Pansies!
WE ABE THE VANSY KINO.
got them yet, we've
got 'em and can
supply all Amer-
order received to-
day, IS filled to-
morrow. We pack
liKht and guar-
60 cts. per 100; S4.50 par 1000.
IJVHITXON & SONS
Wholesale F
City and Green Streets,
Dreer's Royal Exhibition Pansies
^E have in surplus l.e.
' ' yond our regular
requirements about 2.'),000
fine strong plants of our
Royal E.xhibition strain
of Pansies ; these are
seedlings that were trans-
planted into cold frames
in November, wintered
in that shape, and will
make fine strong stock
in a short time, and
must not be confounded
with small seedlings out
of seed bed.
We offer as long as
surplus hists at:
$1.00 per 100, or
$7.50 per 1000.
HENRY A. DREER, lu cbestnutst. Phila., Pa.
wRrrmo mention tms fiorists-
230
AZALEA INDICA.
The Pl-orists' Exchkngb.
AZALEK INDICH.
FOR EKSTER FORCING.
We offer a very fine lot of Azaleas, comprising the most distinct and beet
varieties in cultivation, embracing all shades of crimson, white, pink and rose
color They are chapely specimenp, well " headed" double and single flowered
and will make splendid plants for Easter decoration. It is almost impossible to
slup Azaleas when in bloom and have them arrive in good condition, hence the
necessity of procuring them in advance before the buds open. Order' tnrly.
These Azaleas have been grown especially for us by the largest grower in
Belgium, and tlie greatest care has been taken to ensure plants well set wiih
bud-i, carefully selected varieties that will be certain to please, and compact,
shapely plants. By special arrangement we are enabled to offer this grand stock
at the following very low rates.
sizes. Per doz. Per 100.
( 9 to 11 inch heads, established plants, in pots $.5 00 $40 GO
PRICE: Vl'olS " " " " " '^50 55 00
( 13 to 16 " " " " " 9 00 70 00
6 sold at dozen rates, 25 at 100 rates.
PETER HENDERSON & CO.,
35 CORTLANDT STREET, Mention paper. NEW YORK-
p. OUWERKERK,
1 1 23 Summit Ave., Jersey CIfy, N.J.
Just received from our Holland
Nurserits :
RHODODENDRONS, AZALEAS,
SPIR/EA JAPONICA, LILIUKI SPECIOSUM,
P/EONIES, BLEEDING HEART,
POT GROWN LILACS, HYDRANGEA IN SORTS.
CLEIKIATIS aod H. P. ROSES, m the best sorte
PRICES MODERATE.
AZALEA IKDIC*.
Soeclally Krown for American trade, from 8 to
to 15 Inch diameter. 115.00 to $35 00 per too.
KENTIA BELMOREANA.
Wltb (
,luh,|30 00to*200.00perl00.
KENTIA FORSTEKIANA.
Wltll4
IVi t
0.00totl26 00perl00.
LATANIA BORBONICA.
From 1« to V/i ft. hlEh. $25.00 to tlOO.OO per 100.
COCUS WEDOEI.IANA.
Frooi 1 ft. upwards, |2o.00 and upwards per 100.
ARECA LUTESCENS.
From \M 2 ft. and more »35-00 to $100 CO per 100.
ARAUCAKIA EXCEI.SA.
10. 12, up to 16 Inch hlsh, $50.00 to $150.00 per 100.
SWEET BAYS.
PyramldB and Standards, fine ehaped trees, f ronj
ASPIDISTRA LURID \.
Variegated. »T5.od per 1000 leaves.
BEGONIA, SiDKle-Separate olors.
1 m. and IH m. alanaeler. *8 and $16 per lOCO.
** Double-In Separate Colors.
Ha. and IXln diameter. $22 and $10 per 1000.
GLOXINIl ERECTA (Hybrids).
CAMELL I AS,_ RHODODENDRONS,
Cnsli, with
LI LACS. and all uth
Dknowi. <
ROYAL NURSERIES
LOUIS m HOUITE PERE
Ghent, Belgium.
NYMPH/E4 ODORATA GIGANTEA,
5Uo. per doz.; $3,K0 per 100.
Giant Double and Dwf . Double Sweet tlyssum
LANTANAi Dwarf, Yellow Orange.
JAPAN IVY
strong- 2-vear field-
grown, $4.00 per 100.
Sbrcbtery at a Bargain.
E. S. PETERSON, ;r;Z ^5;.'^I««fs?:.^:J-
IMCNTtONTHC
Roses, and
IF YOU IMPORT ANY
ya"L*:i.ll":.!!:"lS!;.?i FLOBIST OR NORSERV STOCK,
doz.; 820.00 per 100.
DOWNING GOOSEBERBIES f^.'Z.X.^r^.
apecial low prices.
Oil 1 1 IV StTODE plants from last year, 2^ in. pots,
OlfllLAA S2.50 per 100. Transplanted, gl-OO per 100;
87.50 per 1000.
H£RB4CE0US^P£0Ny Jl? '?^'\l^l' Ht
F. A. BALLER, Bloomington, III.
WHEN WRtTING MENTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHANGE
LOUIS VAN KOERT, General Agent,
296 Dorcheslar Street. - So. Boston, Mas*.
WHEN WRITINO MENTIOH THE rLORISTS* EXCHANGE
NEW. RARE AND BEAUTIFUL PLANTS.
Hybriil Swe.
ieirNe*yi"Lna
Lord PoDZa
Philadelphi
Icera Hil
Waterer, New Weieelns &
A iRrure collection of Har* " '
Anlhi
Ihoiiy
Horhouse and Green-
rinina. Alnciialaii.
oliaV Japanese Alaples^
I, Japa
DdShr
PjEONIES.-A
cultivation. Hardy Perennials. Ihloxes, Japanese
Iris, Roses, Clematu. etc. New and Standard
h rnlts. etc. tt:B^CatalogueB on appIicatiOD,^2
JOHN SAUL,, Wasbington, D. C.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE
FOR EASTER
FORCE FLOWERING SHRUBS:
Lilacs, Staphyleas,
Deutzias, Snowballs,
Kalmias.
ROSES, H. P. and others.
Tree-roses, Clematis,
Paeonias, Hydrangeas,
Hardy Azaleas.
L. C. BOBBINK, Rutherford, N. J.
Branch Horticultural Co., Boskoop, Holland.
CLEflATIS
ROOTED
CUTTINGS.
READY IN MARCH.
Gipsy Queen, velvety purple... 3 .TO
Gem, deep blue 3 60
Henryi, white, very large 3 50 30 (
Jackiuanni alba, white 4 I'O
Lawsoniana, lavender, very large 3 50 30 (
lianuginosa Candida, white 3 50
Lady Oaroline Neville, lavender 3 .50
LiilaciiiaFloribundi, darJt purple 3 50 30 (
looo, our selection,
eacb of Jackmann
Purchasers ordering 500 or more are enti
of any particular variety. Send orders early
Madame Grange, claret red.
Miss Bateman, white
Mrs. Baker, white
Mrs. Howard Wyse, white.
Raniona dark I
Stella, liirhthlue
Velutina Purpurea, rich pii
Vlticella Rubra Kerme
i 00 $28 00
160
,00
1 50 30 00
160 30 00
Inclndlng 2o per cent,
i and Henryl, 4I30.00.
tied to lowest Quoted rates, regardless of
;o insure getting kinds wanted.
^W. S. LITTLE & CO., Rochester, N. Y.
SURPLUSSTOCK
Berber.svnl.an. .,to3«tt %7^
purpurea 3to:iJ.ift 5 00
• TtiuDbersli 2 to 2!^ ft 10 00
cnethraalnif.ilialto IM ft 4 0(J
European Beech 5 to ti ft 25 00
I'urple Beech seedli
Viburnum Opnlu
T. R. WATSON.
STRAWBERRY PLANTS.
Stroiie, Toui.e, Ileallhj' Piiiiit., .Se.-urcly Packed.
Downing, Sharpless, Jessie, Haverland, Wil-
son, Splendid, Kentucky, Meek's Early, Middle-
Held, Van Deman, Ueecher, Greenville, Daytnn,
Beverly. Lady Thompson, Tennessee Proliflc,
Tubbs. Enhance, Shusier's Gem and Princeton
Chief— 50 cts. per lOO; SS.OO per 1000.
Marshall, Parker Barle, Marv, Belle, Elenor-
75 cts. per lOOj S3.00 per 1000.
Crescent, Beder Wc.od, Wnrfleld— 50 cts. per
100; SI 50 per 1000.
Michel's Early— 50 cts. per lOOj ISI.50 per
1000; W6.00 per 6000; Wll.OO per lO.flOU.
Special I*rices Given on Zarf/e Orders.
No. 1 CUTHBERT RASPBERRY 75
cts. per lOU; «5.0O per lOOO.
Golden Queen— SI. 00 per 100; »7.00 per
CHAS. BLACK, Hightstown, N. J.
...I HAVE A...
FINE STOCK
—OF—
Feifs, Cheriies, Peaches,
Apples, Oiiinces,
BEARING SIZES.
.Uto 16 feet
Norway Maples
8 to 10
600 Golden and Scarlet Oaks. . g to 16
500 Blood-leaved Maples 9 to 13
600 Lindens
700 White Fringe 4 to 8
1,200 Furple-leaved Beech 3 to 8
16,000 California Privet 2 to 6
15,000 Kvergreens, all sizes.
10,000 Roses, XX strong.
10,000 Shrubs and Climbing Tines, XX fln
3,000 Azaleas and Rhododendrons, X nic
of Parks and Cemeteries.
Co. '8 and steamboats tn New York City. Address
STEPHEN CRANE, Nonricli, Conn.
Proprietor of Norwich Nurseries.
WHEN WRITINa MINTION THK FLORISTS' EXCHANQC
Rochester, N. Y.
p. Scblegel & Sons were putting the fln-
isbing touches to a handsome design of star
and crescent on base at time of my visit.
Mme. Hoste rose, now so seldom seen, but
which is well grown here, was used with
Coelogyne cristata and Dendrobium War-
dianum, forming a rich combination. As
Fred says, there is not much money in
orchids, but a few dotted here and there
add considerable beauty and richness to any
design. This firm had a good decoration
recently where Meteor and Beauty roses
were used with orchids.
J. B. Keller & Sons have been very busy
of late, several good orders for decorations
coming in. Mr. Keller showed me speci-
mens of the Crimson Rambler rose budded
upon the .Manetti, and pot grown. As such
it makes a fine plant, of compact growth,
and flowers very freely. It stands well In
the house. On one plant, which had been so
kept for two weeks, the fine trusses ot
brilliant crimson, had not faded.
Ellwanger & Barry are growing their en-
tire stock in this manner. They say it re-
quires no stimulant with ordinary soil to
produce good plants. W. M.
Richmond, Ind.
Messrs. Beach & Co. contemplate making
extensive improvements on their plaht dur-
ing the coming Spring. They will rebuild
six of their houses, each to cover 75x22,
and will give their entire plant a thorough
overhauling.
Mr. Beach's enthusiasm on the subject ot
violets may be quite pardonable if one be-
holds his stock. His Lady Campbells are
decidedly the finest violet plants to be
seen anywhere — strong, bushy, clean and
well grown, with the flowers tar above the
average in size. This will about describe
their condition.
Funeral work, with now and then a dec-
oration ot some kind, constitute the bulk
of the business that is being done at pres-
G. R. Cause & Co. have things in good
shape. They report the catalogue trade as
having been satisfactory so far.
ITINERANT.
Lawrence, Mass.
J. B. Halley says he proposes to stay by
the ship, hoping that after the long period
of unrest things will improve from hence-
forth.
C. E. Wingate reports a good theater
business. Thornton Bros, did a first class
holiday trade. W. M.
aUSSELIA JUNCEA, MANETTIA
I BICOLOR, --'.. inch pots, $3,50 per .00.
ECHEVERIAS, in flats. $2.00 per 100.
J. B. BAKER, Aberdeen, Md.
ROSA \VICHUBAI\1>
100. GLADIOLUS, 25 chi.
■1000. OXA LIS, f
10,000 California Privet, TiSs^'iw'tf
per 100; $7 per 1000. No. 2—3 to 4 Bood flower-
ing bulbs, 60c. per 100; $3perl(:00: all packed
to carry safely without extra charge.
CHAS. BLACK, Hightstown, N. J.
PEHCHTREES,!
1 -^— ^^^^^^^ Die
W. p. BRINTON,
Christiana, Pa.
MENTION THE
VEGETABLE PLANTS.
LETTUI:E. BlB B.iBton and Grand Rapids,
15 ots. per 100; tl per 1000.
CABBAGE. Jerser WakeSeld and other
v»rletie». 150 per 100; 11 per 1000.
TO.MATOES. Now ready, small plann for
transplanting. Extra Early Red. Royal Red, Stoi e.
and Parsenn. 16c. Per 100: »1 ler 1000.
AlsoEGU, PEPPERandCAUI.IFLOWEB
PLANTS. ITlce list on application.
Cash with order, please.
R. VINGEHT JR. S SON, White Marsh, Md.
The Plorists' Excht^nge.
231
INTERNATIONAL HORTICULTURAL EXPOSITION,
.A.'T
:.a.]ve:^x7xcos-, 1807.
KROM MAY TILI. OCXO
titernantheras, Begonias and Geraniums.
Ben
1 100. by mail : ri.OOa
.600.
_ arieties. <0c. a doz.
, Mt. Scow. oOc. a doz : Paul Bri
tlS.OO a 1000; .Mrs Parker. 60c. a
me. Sallerol, tOc. adnz ; Hi.OOa ICO.
»-.!.50
Mme. Bai leroi, 4UC. a u'lz ; ».i.uu tt
Tliese are all extra flue grown planls. and
llelloCropeB. FloreDceNiBhtinyale, Snow Wreath,
nJ''c.O.D.°^A. j!"BAL,D'wiN, NcW'LrU, Ohio.
GREEN AS CRASS
inaMom vertteDas
Hooted Cuttings. In senarale cc.lorB. Per 100. 80c.;
per lOllO. »7 50.
Cash Willi OriliM'.
FRANK S. PAYNE, Barnard Crossing, N.Y.
25,000 Flowering Begonias
UOOTED CUTTINGS.
Argentea Guttata, Metallica. Nitida Alba,
Decora, Alba Picta, Bruanti, Mar(raritiE,
Diadema and 20 other good sorts. $1.50 per
8000 EM^RESs'oF CHINA, well-rooted cuttings.
The new everbloommg hardv, apple blossom
pink CLIMBING ROSE. Immensely popular
rose for the retail trade. J1.50 per 100, by
mail, postpaid ; $1^.00 per 1000, by express.
Will Exchange for Primula Sinensis and Obconica
and small Hybrid Perpetual Roses.
SATISFACTION GUARANTEED.
VERBENA KING
Cnn nnn Rooted verbena Cuttings, the
iJUU,UUU f^„g^i varieties in cultivation, true
to name, 60 eta. per 100; $5.50 per 1000;
5000 (or $2.5.00 ; 10,000 tor $45.00, express prepaid.
No Rust or Mildew. Satisfaction Kuarsn-
teed in every way. We are THE LARGEST
GROWERS IN THE WORLD.
C. HUMFELD, Clay Center^ Kansas,
QERANIUMS
UP-TO-DATE
..VARIETIES..
labeled.
81.50 per 100: 81-J.OO per 1000.
Petunia Veteran, new. Immense double (ringed
.'75c. p°?i00; «6 per 1000.
blooms, white, striped,
100.
Coleus m variety. Vi
pleasing colors, strong. . . ,, ,
Dwarf Aseratum, Hellotropen, plants »1.(
H-e^r'* select Verbena, Pa.
■100.
Write 1
D. K. HERR, Rider ivenue. Lancaster, Pa
GERANIUMS!
Double Grant. La Favorite, S. A. Nutt. out
otSi^inch pots, fine plants, $2.60 per 100 ; 4 inch
pot plants, extra strung, $6 00 per 100.
DORMANT CANNAS. Mme. Crozy. $2.00 per
100, line ; mixed, $2.00 per 100.
Gowan, Portia Caruatlt
by mail.
HARRISII LILIES, fine plants, Sets, per bud.
PAUL MADER, East Strofldsbnrg, Pa.
MRS. THKODOSIA B. SHEPHERD,
Hybridizer and Grower of Novelties, offers
Konlas, New Abutilous, and a New Uwarf
respoudenoe solicited.
Double Facbs
VERBENAS==
ROOTED CUTTINGS and
PLANTS. Finestock, low
ExpiePB prepaid.
Send for PRICE LIST of
, St, Charles, III
■HHCH WIUTINa MENTtOH THE PUMOtre- EXCHANCe
100,000 VERBENAS.
Fine pot plants, $2.E
•Jl NO RUST Ofif TUYILDEini-K-
Packed light and satisfaction guaranteed. Send for circular.
We are the largest growers of Verbenas In tbe country. Our plants cannot be surpassed.
Xc?" J. L. DILLON, Bloomsburg, Pa.
AGERATUM, blue, 2U in. pi
ACHYRANTHES in three vi
BEGONIA, Kood assortment
*• Vernon, 'ZW in. i
CANNAS, dry roots.
" Alphouse Bouvier
Charles Henderson
" Florence Vaughan
Charlotte
CHRYSANTHEMUM FRDTESCENS HALLERII ACREA,
2mn. pots
COLEUS, 10 leading varieties, 2^ in. pots
•• Rooted Cuttings, extra strong. Golden Bedder 1
$7.50 per 1000. $6.00 per 1000 in lots . f POOO and .
• gla
specialty
HEVERl,^
lES, Hardy En
from cold frames
ilantsfrom cold frames,
pots.
La Favorite, Celesti;
EOBRET-ME-NOT
FUCHSIAS
10,000 GERANIUMS, Brua
$35 no per lOIIO
5000 GERANIUMS, best new and old varietie
1000 •• IVY, good mixture
H ELIOTROPE, 4 in. pots, very strong
sno MUSA ENSETE. fine plants from 5, 6 and 1
PRIMULA OBCONICA, 3 in. pots, fine plants..
SWAINSONA galegifolia alba, 2J^ in. pots
ROOTED CUTTINGS. ^etuspriceyr
Trade List Free on Application.
CASH with order from unknOM
SE&WANHAKA GREENHOUSES, Oyster Bay, Dueens Co., N. Y.
C. CLARK. Snpt.
P. O. BOX 34
WM. L. SWAN, Propr
and FINEST \/|-^|^KI^MA^ VIGOBOUS
FLOWERS* ■^IVUlviliVO STOCK
ROOTED CUTTINGS. Casl. prices.
All transplanted In soil; as good us pot-grown
plants. Perfectly healthy stock.
Verbenns, Mammoth.-»1.00 per lOO. by mall; 16 00
per 1000 by express. Mammoth seedllnKs, 7jc. per
100. by oialMS.OOperlOOO byexoress.
CaruBllon«, Scott and McQowan.-»1.00 per 100,
by mail: »8 OO pt-r 1000. by expre
VIoletH. Lady H. Campbell,
"^i."r7.a"n.'
»'v'!n°c%'"^arle«a.a, Glecho.na Varie.a,
-Bach »1,60 per lOU. . ^ ,
Feverfew. -Dwarf Qem Sweet Alyssum, doul
1000. En
er 100.
uios.— Finest BlandArd varlt
Otnbelte Oranee.-S in. pot plants. »3 per luu.
E. FRYER, Railroad «ve. and Hill St., Brooklyn, N. Y.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHANQC
BEST niAMinOTII, rooted cuttings.
OLDER MAMMOTH, rooted •
BEST MAMMOTH, strong pot plants...
OLDER MAMMOTH, strong pot plant
STRONG riQUlTinUC ROOTED
HEALTHY tAnnAIIUnj CUTTINGS
Per 100. IIIIKI.
Jubilee $6 00 $,^i 00
Armazindy, Ivory , Delia Fox, Tri-
umph 5 00 40 00
Buttercup, M. H. Stanley 3 50 30 00
Bridesmaid, Meteor, Storm King,
Eldorado, Albertini, Alaska, Day-
break, Puritan 2 00 15 CO
Dean Hole, Bouton d'Or 3 60
Thos. Cartledge, E. A. Wood 2 00
Lizzie .McGowan, Portia, Wm.Scolt. 1 50 12 60
STRONG ROOTED CUTTINGS.
Afferatum. blue and white ..
Coleus, all leading sorts
FuchHlRfl, double and siDRle..
Feverfew, Dwarf Gem
Geranlama, double and Bingl
Heliotrope, IlKhtand dark...
ROSES'
Hybrid Perpetual, strong plants, 20
Hurdy Climbers, strong plants, 6 '
(Jacqueminot, Ulrich Brunn
H. pJMagna Charta, Paul Neyr
CHRYSINTIIIMUMS
ROOTED CUTTINGS. POTTED PLANTS,
Ada Spaulding, Mme. Fred. Bergmaun, Helen
Bloodgood, Elinor D. Smith, Harry Man, Oak-
land, Olympus, M. M.Johnson, Jennie Falkner,
M. Richard Dean, Gladys Spaulding, M
Henry Robinson, Nemesis, Pink Ivory. M
MoK. Twombly, Niveus, Potter Palmi
Humphreys. J. E. Lager, J.H.Troy,
g,. .._. . ,. ^ „_...,..,„-
orothy 'I
Viviand-Morel, Marg. Grnh
Rooted Cuttings, $21X1 per lUO ; $17.50 per 1000.
From 214 in- pots, 4,00 " 35.00
Pres. vf. R. Smith, RugeneDailledouze,Ivory,
Thos. H. Brown, Cullingfordii, Minnie Waua-
maker. Miss May Wheeler, Mrs. J. G. WhiUdln,
W. H. Lincoln. Mrs. Jerome Jones.
Rooted Cuttings, $1.50 per 100.
From 21.4 In. pots, 3.00
50,000 SMI LAX, llf^'i^T.r
' ~- Krom 2 in. pots. 11.50 per 100. IIVOO per lOCO.
■ nlums, 2 iii pols. $2,50 per ItO. $20.00 per 1000.
Hydrnnge •, ,1 in., dormant. $5.00 per 100. Send lor
" inipies. Cash wilh the order.
RED. UOERNER, Cnpe May ( Itv, N.J.
HEM WRrriNQ ijgWTION THE FLORISTS*
\mm\ rnrniw
Hooted cuttings, in flats, all the latest and
per 1000. Same in 2)4 in. pots, $25.00 pir luOO.
GERANIUMS.— The best and latest varle-
flowerlng sorts, in flats, $15.00 per
Geranium. $2.00 per ItlO. Mme
1.25 --■ --•
pots, $2.50 per 1
HELIOTROPE.— At least six varieties,
$10.00 per 1000.
AGERATUM.— Dwarf blue and while,
$6,00 per 1000.
FEVEREE^SV.— Little Gem, in fli te,
$15,00 per 1000.
SALVIA SPCENDENS, $10.00 per 1000.
"Vo°r'""""' coleus
Crimson Verschaffeltli and Golden Queen,
$6.00 per ICOO.
COLEUS in variety, $5.00 per 1000.
Correspondence solicited on large orders.
500 at 100 rates: by the 100 add 15 cis.
Cash with tbe order. Selection of sorts to
J. E. FELTHOCSEN, Schenectady, If. T.
LITTLE BEAUTY
FUCHSIA.
The bestsellereverintroduced. Hasnoequal
as a money maker; begins to bloom profusely
in February. Strong plants from 2>^ in. pols,
$5.00 per 100.
GERANIUMS.
Sliver Cloud, McMahon, Happy Thought,
3Kin. pots, $4.00 per lUO.
Mrs. Pollock, from 2% in. pots, $6.00 per 100.
La Favorite, theonly good white, 2}^ in. pots,
$4.00 per 100.
BEGONIAS.
Rex, C. L. Erdody, 2H in. pots. $7.00 |:
•■ in variety, 2i^ in. pots,
The goods are all ready to
, pots. Strictly cash with (
LINCOLN I. NEFF, FLORIST,
^010 Butler St., PITTSBURG, PA.
VHEN WRrriNO MENTION THE FLOHIST'a EXCH*NC>
Choice New Double and Bruant
GERANIUMS
M. A. Borle Alue. Decidedly the best
daik variety up to date. Sin. pots, 25c. each.
Claire Froniont. Best pure pink. 3 in.
pots. 25('. each : $2.tj0 per doz.
Marquis de Galard. A fine, new variety.
M. .mpll'
^WOOD BROS., Fislil5:ill, IT.ir.
riNG MENTION T
Color a very attractive shade of
15c. ei.
Mme. Bachoer. Best white to date. 16c.
each: $1.00 per doz.
Montesquieu 2. Healthier habit and deeper
De Lacepede 2. Rosy pink.' Thisandthc
pricediiig variety were >elected from a
Rlcard. Orange red;
holding perfect for a long
time. A splendid market sort. 10c. each :
$1 0(1 tier doz.
J, J, Harrison. Very large florets and
trusses. Intense soarl- 1, and dwarfer in
habit than Double Gen. Grant. lOo. each ;
$1,00 per doz.
Margaret PInon. Clear rose, dwarf
hatiit, and a very profuse bloomer. 10c. each ;
$1.00 per doz.
20 Select Standard Tarletles, Strong
Plants, mostly from 3 In. pots, 1S4.00
per 100. Spe'olal prices on large lots
FLOWERING and REX BEGONIAS
AND GENERAL BEDDING PLANTS.
Cash with the Order.
J. NICOL, Oak St., Jersey City, N. J.
I WHEN WRITING MENTION THK n.ORtST'1
232
The Plorisxs' Exchange.
Wloiesaie Un li M Flowers.
FITZGERALD
& HAMMOND,
(Late with '
HEO. ROEHHS),
WholetalsCom
mission Dealers in
CUT Flowers,!
115 West
30th Street, i
Consipnmt'iilsScilii
i.M. NEW YORK 1;
FORD BROS.
WHOLESALE FLORISTS,
111 West 30tli Street,
NEW YORK.
Consijnmenta So'iei-ed. Telephono 260 33tli St
WM. H. CUNTHER,
Wholesale Florist
VIOLETS AND CARNATIONS A SPECIALTY.
Conalgnments Solicited.
30 West 29th St., New York.
Telephone,
MICHAEL A. HART,
Wholesale & Commission Florist,
118 W. 80th St., New York.
^ Telephone Call, ISOT 38th St.
All kinds ot Roses, Violets and Carnations
ORDERS PROMPTLY ATTENDED
H. A. HOFFMANN,
Wholesale Florist]
54 W. 28th St., NEW YORK.
Telephone Call, ISir 18th St.
American Beauties, Carnations, White Violets,
Specialties. CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED.
We are Headquarters for FINEST CARNATIONS and ROSES,
VIOLETS, VALLEY, ROMANS, SMILAX, ADIANTUM.
19-21 RANDOLPH ST., CHICAGO.
...OKDEBS...
WHEN WRrriHO MtHTMH THE f«>mST8- EXCM»NCe
EDWARD C. HORAN,
WHOLESALE • FLORIST,
Ho. 34 VI. 29th St, New York.
JULIUS LANG,
Wholesale Florist
53 WEST 30tli ST.
Consignments Solicited, NEW YORK.
FRANK niLLANO,
Wholesale Commission Dealer |
....in Gut Flowers....
408 Bast 34ih St., New York
Telephone Call, lC54-S8th.
BiL3SEXX & IRTiLSHBXJRN,
Growers and Wholesale Dealers in CUT FLOWERS.
We grow the finest of American Beauties and other Roses. Also choice
selected Valley all the year rouml. Carnations, Smilaz, Adiantum, etc.,
fresh cut, L,ong: Distance Teleplione, main 223.
88, 90, 92 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO
. Beauty, fanoy and special.
BrldeBmaid .
Magna Cliarta .
Meteor .. . .
Mrs. P. Morgan . .
NlphetoB. Hoite..
LTe
Sony, de Wootton..
Ulrloh Brunner...
WattevUle
Abpabaocb.
f All colors, inferior grade
tf) / White
* Stanpabd 3 Pi°^
2 Vabieties ) Red . . . .
I- { Yel. & Vari
THE NEW YORK GUT FLOWER GO.
I 19-121 West 23d Street,
112-114 West 24th Street,
Telephone 733, 18th St.. NEW YORK.
I Novelties.,
C LTTI.BTAB
LlUES, Longiflor
pHn,in»i,Fmi Ohicaoo 8t. Louis
1897 Mar. 3, 1897. Mar. 3, 1897. Mar. 3. 1897.
.00 to 8.00
.00 to la. 60
.60 to .761 .10 to
16.00 to 20.00
.60 to 2 00
.60 to 2.00
.60 to 2.00
00 to 2.1
00 to 2.1
.. to 3.(
Wholesale Growers of Gut Flowers.
500,000 Feet of Glass.
We ean fill all orders on short notice with all leading varieties of ROSES and
CARNATIONS. We are headquarters for fine AMERICAN BEAUTIES
Give us a trial and convince yourself.
SALESROOM 5« Wabash Avenue,r;:CHICACO, III.
: FLORISTS* EXCHANGE
SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, T^^omsT"
PURDY & BLAUVELT,
WholeBaJe and Commission Dealerg in
CUT FLOWERS
IIAIDEHHAIB FEEH FROHLS A SPECIALTY.
57 WEST 30th STREET,
B*t. Broadway & 6th Ave. NEW YORK.
A. & F. ROLKER,
CUT FLOWERS
53 -West 28tli St.
Telephone 2379 38th St. NEW YORK.
inZ. F=. S H E RI DM N
Wholeealo OommUlon Dealer In ♦
CUT FLOWERS
39 West aSth St., New York.
Telephone, 214— 38th St.
PRICE LIST SENT ON APPLICATION,
TRAENDLY t SCKENCK,
Wholesale Florists,
38 W. 28th St. and CUT FLOWER EJ
NEW YORK.
Telephone 981-18th St.
4 «S-Con8ignment8
JOHN YOUNG,
Wholesale Florigt,
51 WEST 28th ST.,
NEW YORK. I
WM. J. BAKER, I
Wholesale Florist I
1432 So. Penn Square,
Philadelphia, Pa.
DUMONT
& CO.,
FLORISTS
WHOLESALE
CARNATIONS A
SPECIALTY. 1
No. l:$0.5 Filbert St
, Pliiladclpliia. 1
-^w^^--- — -
_^^ ■_ ==.1
EDWARD REID,
Wholesale Florist
Roses, Carnations, Violets.
No. 40 South Sixteenth Street,
. '■°"m".';u;r."piioNE. PhiladBiphia.
MYOSOTISH.'""
S=«t. MIGNONETTE li'J
We are still headquarters for finest and best varieties of CARPIAXIONS.
I6I2-I6I4 Barker St. Bet. chestnut & Market sts. Philadelphia, Pa.
Illinois Cut Flower Co.,
J. B. DEAMUD, IManager.
WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS,
59 Wabash Ave., Chicago.
ts; Solicited.
KENNICOTT BROS. COMPANY,
Wholesale 'Gut 'Flowers,
88 '^rabasb Avenue,
CHICAGO, ILL.
WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY.
HEN WRITINS MENTION THC FLORISTS- EXCHANGE
CHARLES. W. McKELLAR,
59 Wabash Ave.. CHICAGO.
WUs Commissioii Plorii
All consignments ami orders intrusted
to our care will be given protnpl and oar -
ful attention. Efl . F, Wintersoti, Jtitjr. \
ROGERS PARK FLORAL GO.,
Wiiolenlellrowsrsoflliiirhsrs
OFFICE AND SALESROOM.
41 WABASH AVE., CHICAGO.
Headqunriera lor AMERICAN BEAUTIES.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THC PtORIST^ OtCHANGL
The F=i-orists' Exghmngo.
233
WH OLESALE FLORISTS
JOBBERS IN FLORISTS' SUPPLIES, /jr,.,.,?,?!^?
Stands, and p'lorlRta' Vat^eB a ^^ GABNATlOtfo
84 HAW1.BY STREET, BOSTON, MASS.
CEORCE MULLEN,
Wholesale «nd CommisBlon Dealer In
GEO. A. SUTHERLAND,
Successor to WM. J. STEWART,
CUTFLOWEH^aadFLOIlISTnUFFLIESI
WHOLESALE.
67 Bromfield St., Boston, Mass.
City Hall Cut Flower Market
WELCH BROS., Props.
;o Bell their own Roods.
Flowers Shipped to all Points.
...SEKD FOR PRICE LIST..
Wholesale Cut Flowers,
Floriat Supplies. WIra Dealgna.
2744 Franklin Ave., ST. LOUIS, MO.
TOBACCO STEMS
75 Cts. per 100 lbs.
CHAS.G.FLECKENSTEIN,
Wholesale Flowers,
1323 Pine street,
...ST. LOUIS. MO.
C. A. KUEHN,
Succettor to ELLISON & KUEHN,
WHOLESALE FLORIST,
1122 Pine St., St. Lonis, Mo.
1 COMPLETE LINE OF WIRE DESIGNS.
C. W. WORS,
Wholesale Florist,
In Western
New York.
TRY US
ROSES, CARNATIONS,
AND VIOLETS . . .
WM. F. HASTING wi'oiesai,
495 Washington Street, Ctmroisslot
BUFFALO. •■ " '^'"""'
>♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦<
E. G. HILL & CO..
Wholesale Florists,
RICHMOND, INDIANA.
_WHCN WRmyQ^MENTIONJI
RSPflBHIiOil PlDmOSUS Piil,
Cut StrlncB, 8 I
50 cts.
Shipped to ac
1 10 feet long,
part of the
^W^, SI.
ELLIOTT, -
«»HEN_wiimNa_Mer(Ti9NJ
Baltimore.
The Market.
As is usually the case, the last week
of the season was a busy one with the
majority of the stores. Although there was
a good demand the supply met it. Violets,
particularly, have kept up this year, our
neighboring cities, especially Washington,
taking a great many. Carnations have
been of good quality and have sold very
readily, indeed; often when nothing else
sells the carnation is in demand. Roses
have also been good. Halliday Brothers
have grown some very fine La Reine tulips;
these have sold quickly with this firm this
Notes.
J. Austin Shaw of Siebrecht & Son
was in town this week.
The disease of Harrisii has shown itself
again this season; it is prevalent in many
John Gook has refused a good round sum
for his new rose, Mrs. Robert Garrett.
This rose is a most profuse bloomer, of a
pleasing pink shade. In all probability Mr.
Gook will introduce this variety very
shortly. EDWIN A. SEIDBWITZ.
OBITUARY.
Robert J. Murphy.
Robert J. Murphy died Feb. 24 at 11
A. M. of paraly.3is. He was fifty years of
age. Early on Monday morning "Bob," as
he was always called, repaired to his green-
houses and commenced cutting his favorite
carnation Daybreak. .Ait about S A. M. his
son found him stricken down speechlesi3
and helpless, but still grasping his divine
Bower. He was quickly c-jrried to his resi-
dence, and all that mortal handis could do
was done, but to no avail.
.Mr. Murphy was loved by all who knew
him; he was a kind and devoted husband
and father. A widow and four children—
Robert J. Murphy was well known among
the craft; he was a charter member of the
S. A. F., and never missed a meeting of
that distlnguiiehed body. He was a native
of Ohio, born on the farm upon which
he died. When a boy he learned the
moulding trade, and w
HAVE YOUR COLLECTIONS MADE
NATIONAL FLORISTS' BO&RD OF TRADE,
271 BROADWAY, NEW YORK.
CUT ROSHS.
Fine BRIDE, BRIDESMAID
and PERLE on short notice.
Give us a trial.
THE NATIONAL PLANT CO., Dayton, Ohio,
THE FLORIST'S EXCHANGE
at it for about
in the florists-
years, and had
business for over eight(
made a succests of it.
.-Vgain within a short time the Cincinnati
Florists' Society has lost a valued member,
■and we have all lost a good friend.
E. G. GILLETT.
Edward W. Herendeen.
The trade will be shocked to hear of the
sudden death of Edward W. Herendeen,
president o£ the Herendeen Manufacturing
Company, Geneva, N. Y., which occurred
at Geneva Feb. 23. Mr. Herendeen was
born July' 21, 1821, at Farmington, On-
tario County, N. Y. He w^as graduated from
Haverford College in 1851, and began his
career in the nursery business ac Mace-
don, Wayne County, as a member of the
firm of Thomas & Herendeen. In 1869, hav-
ing closed out hi.s business in Macedon, he
came to Geneva, where the firm of Heren-
deen & Jones, in the nursery business, and
later the firm of Herendeen & Van Dusen
were organized. Mr. Herendeen went out
of the nursery businciss in 1874, when he
formed the. Thomas Harrow Company, who
were succeeded by the Herendeen Manufac-
turing Company, established in 1886 and in-
corporated In 1888. Shortly after the or-
ganization of the new concern, the imple-
ment business was discontinued, and the
manufacture of steam heating app-iratu^
taken up. Mr. Herendeen was a prominent
man in Geneva, being a member of the
Board of Trade, and was interested as
trustee and stockholder in several important
institutions and business enterpri.-ies. He
leaves a widow and four sons, Edward G..
a lawyer, of Elmira; William L. and
Francis A., of Geneva, and Frederick W. of
Boston, the latter three being connected
with the Herendeen Manufacturing Com-
JOHN CONLET (k SON,
ILAHOTAOTCRBBS OV
Tin FOILs
8 and 4 Domlnlck Street,
NEW YORK.
CHOCOLATE COOLER CO.,
GRAND RAPIDS, MIOH.
FLORIST'S HEFBIGEIUTOIIS.
Send for Ciroalar.
IQ MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
M. RICE &CO.,
Importers and Manufacturers of
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
25 N. 4tli St., Philadelpliia, Pa.
NEW FALI- CATALOGUE NOW READY.
BUY
Boston Letters.
HEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORIST'S EXCHANI
Anything
"rosies"
CUT-FLOWERSyi^/ ''\-
Florists Seeds ^^ >' .^
E.H.Hunt., u uke st. CHieAGO.
1>^ and 2 inch $200 per
Best Script Letter in the World, S4 a 1
See cut of wooden letter bo-\ we giveawa
in ne.\t week's Exchange.
ENTION THE FLORISTS*
MEYER GREEN SILKaLINE.
Uied foi Stringliig SUILAZ aid ASPASA3?3.
tying purposes. Send for f
JOHN C. MEVER & CO.
87 Summer Street, IIOSTO.N, MA88., V.
50,000
♦ COPIES OF I
: AHERICAN :
^ GARDENING I
I 50,000 Buyers of Seeds and Plants |
SATURDAY, MARCH 13, 1897. \
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; advertisers gener.nlly will recognize the value of a thoroogh
in this Special Edition, and we herewith solicit your patronage.
We bel
representati
Advertising Pays
But Advei^ising in American Gardening Pays Best.
No advance in rates over our regular charge of 25 cents per agate
will be made. Copy for your advt. in this issue must be in our hands
later than March qth.
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The Florists* Exchange.
the South House.
Use of Old Glass in Modern
Greenhouses.
•IS a general thing the only objection
found against the old style of commercial
greenliouee is the smallness of the glass
dnd the useless size ot the wood members;
this combination causing plants to "draw"
and otherwise act to the disadvantage ot
the grower. Much of just complaint from
this source reaches us. V/hy not remodel
something on the lines of this twenty-two
foot, ehort-span-to-the-south house? The
width can be adjusted to suit, the degree of
pitch to the roof can be made more or less
according to requirements. The cut repre-
sents a twenty-two foot house of even
height to the eaves, with the rafter web
cut tor about 3 inches extended overhang.
Every alternate 3 foot by 6 toot ridge sash
is hinged for ventilation, using two vent
arms for each sash; the eash are secured
to the iron purlins by screws or bolts; the
joints ot sash are made tight by small bat-
tens laid in stiff white lead; the vent sash
battens are made fast on the vent only;
this will make that side ot the house free
from leak. The benches can be laid out so
that the inside drip will fall in the walks;
the south should be glazed with 18-inch
by IS-inch glass, the sash bars being set
without reference to the rear sash or sash
bars; the front sash bars to be placed im-
mediately under the roof bars, the side and
roof glass joining at the springline. With
this extended eave, and by lapping the root
glass only 1-16 of an inch over the side
glass, you will have a warm overhang that
cannot form ice and snow on the roof; or
icicles on the eave, and is absolutely non-
freezing. The bottom rail o£ the rear bot-
tom sash can be grooved to receive the
north side glass; or it it is intended to re-
move the roof sash during the summer sea-
.5on, a small cypress header can be placed
to receive the side glass at above mention-
ed point. This class of house has few, if
any, disadvantages, and many points of real
merit; among the latter is abundant sun-
light, adaptability to solid beds or benches,
ample head room, economy, as you use
much old material; and such a house can be
butft over the old site, and warmed by the
old heating system. The cut represents e.
frame rolled iron of moderate expense.
Locust posts, cypress rafters and iron pur-
lins can be substituted, but with little sav-
ing in cost and with considerable loss in
space, light and durability.
Jersey City. D. E. HOW ATT.
R cost! 1 cents for each 600 feet o( door space.
Does not lojara the most eensltive plants. Endorsed
Nikoteeii
fcy prominent florists. VbbA for fumigation or apraying
lodooTB or oat. 200 pounds of tobacco in one pint of
NIkotesn. Bold by soedBmen. Circnlarfree. BKABCTIRA
DIP CO., CHICAGO. a,
)H(iuicklyMD0€S^lt.^
R^F-FIJL,
Apply for quotations to
ANDRE L. CAUSSE,
05-107 Hudson St., New York,
SPECIAL OFFER
3000 5 1-2 in. STANDARD FLOWER POTS
For Sale at a Bargain.
Address,
RICE & CO., Sparkill, N. Y.
SUMMER IN WINTER
By Using
Standard Greenhouse Boilers
One cent gets onr Catalogne.
GIBLIN & CO.. . UUca, N. T.
STANDARD ♦ POTS.
Wc
ady
jpply
riled quant
s furnished
perio
quality of Pots
Catalogues and
application.
A. H. HEWS & CO.,
NORTH CAMBRIDGE, - MASS.
WHEN WRITINO MENTION THE FLO IBTS- EXCHAWOt
TOBfleaO STEMS
Large Bales (300 lbs.).. $1 50
matei ial for tying, does nol
injure the plants; It goes farthest and li
cheapest ; first quality long fibre at lie. a lb.
$9.00 a 100 lbs.
GFAIICT ft Pn S4&66N. FroiitSi
• rAUai « bU., Philadelphia, Pa.
Hot=Bed
•%/%/%^^%/%.'t
Sash
Tenons white-leaded. Corners se- ,
cured with iron dowel pins. Every
detail of construction perfect.
Made of Clear Cypress Lumber.
Quick Shipments.
We have in stock and can ship
immediately :
n ft. X 6 ft. , 3 rows 10 in . gla
3 ft. Sin. x(3 ft., 4 " Sin. '
4 ft.x6ft.,5 " Sin. '
Not glazed, 1% in. thick.
Delivered Prices
Quoted on application. State size
and quantity wanted. No order
too small to receive careful atten-
tion, and none too large for our
facilities.
LOCKLAND LUMBER CO.,
Lockland, Ohio.
staDflam Pot8„..
Good Railroad Facilities KELLER
For Shipping . . . ■^'■■■■•fcii
Special Attention Give
to Mail Orders . .
riNO MENTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHA
BUG Exterminator.
Norrlstown, - Pa.
Price Lists Furnished on Application.
MEN WRITING MENTION THE FtORISTS- EXCHANGC
STANDARD
FLOWER POTS
In any quantity, and of the best
quality.
Get my price list before ordering
elsewhere.
W. H. ERNEST,
station M, N. E., WASHINGTON, D. C.
AHEN WRITINQ MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
GLASS
STANDARD FLOWER POTS.
Our gpeol<r la ready packed orates of Floriatt'
Btandard Pots, a lame atook of irhlcb we keepoE
handreadjforBblpment on da; order 1b reoelved
Size. Per 1000. Slie. Per 100.
2!4 " 3 60 > ■• 7 60
iH •• < 00 10 •• 1000
> " 6 00 11 " 18 00
8H •• 725 13 •• aogo
i ■• 9 00 u •• utn
6 ■• 13 80 U " 76 00
0 " J2 00 Saucers ^ price of poti
10 percent. offforCKih with order P.O.B,
at Fort Edward. Send for price list of Hanfrlna
VaseB, aardeo Vases, Jardinieres. Seed Pans ana
Glazed CTlladere with Handlea for ont
flowers. Address
Hllflnicer Bros., ManTn, Fort Sdward, If. T. or
AUGUST RdLKER & SONS, ~IIeir
ISe k 138 W 24.|h St., NEW YORK CITY.
FOR GREENHOUSES, CONSERVATORIES. GRAPERIES. HOTBEDS AN
AND FLORISTS' USE GENERALLY. AT LOWEST RATES.
L. HHRRIS Si SON.
497 W. BROADWAY, NEW YORK, 89 LIBERTY ST., NEW YORK
PIPE
•or Steam and Hot Water ;
WM. H. KAY, 42 Dey St.. New York.
VALVES
;t£I.XX<].£LX-
OtS.
Send for OHr New Price List with eilra diaooiinta. All our Pots, from 7 In. and upwards, have
our Patent Eloelelor BoHom, which Is a great advantage, as it Insures perfect drainage.
A FULL LINE OP BULB PANS.
THE WHILLDIN POTTERY 00., 713 to 719 Wharton Street, PHILADELPHIA.
Kearner and Westside Ayes.. Jersey City, N.J.
BRANCH HOCSBS;
Jackso
FLOWER POTS^.^
We' are ninnufacturins a Full Line ot,
STANDARD FLOWER POTS and HANGING BASKETS
OF THE BEST QUALITY.
} First-Class, thereby SecurlDg Lowest Freight Kates.
Give us a trial. Se "' "
Shipping Facilities First-Class, tl. „ .
ar goods are well packed, and breakage is nominal. Give us a trial. Send for Price J
ress THE SYRACUSE POTTERY CO., 403 N. SiLINA ST., SYRACUSE, N. Y.
CEDAR OIL soifr
The best
lo DoriBtB, pounu HUH, ou CUB, nail puuua trial
tins, mailed on receipt of 25 cts. Address the manii-
August Rolker & Sons, New York,
136 West a4th St., P. O. Station E.
WHEN WRITING MCNTION THE FLORIST'S EXCHANCI
THE JOHN
PULVERIZED
A Quick Germinator
and Crop Forcer.
FACTORY I
Little Ferry, New Jersey.
OFFICE I
Longlsland City, New York.
J. PETERS COMPANY
(II:TCOX;,FOia.^TEXi. )
KATURAL. ODORLESS
COMPRESSED
Beats Every Chemical
Fertilizer on Earth.
Pure Sheep Fertilizer
permanently improves
the soil.
Matures the largest and
best crops. Quick and
lasting in its action.
CLEAN TO HANDLE.
Xhb Florists* Exchkngb.
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LORD & BURNHAM CO.,
HORTICULTURAL ARCHITECTS AND BUILDERS,
SXEAItl AB«I> HOX -WAXEK HEATING ENCINEERS.
Plans and Bstimatea furalshed on application
6REEIIH0DSE HEITIKE m mMWl
Horticultural Architecture and Building.
ARCHlTECTUKAIi OFFICE, 160 FIFTH AVE., COR. «l«t STREET, NEW YORK.
Factoryi Irvlneton-on-Hudson, New York. Mention paper
ESTABLISHED 1844.
233 Mercer Street, NEW YORK
FIVE PATTERNS OF BOILERS.
NINETEEN SIZES,
Perfect Sash Baising Apparatus.
Rosehousea. Greenhouses, Etc., of Iron
or the Structural Iron Work ship-
ped ready for erection.
Iron Frame Benches with the
'• Perfect Drainage Bench Tile'
POSTAGE EOR It,l,lJ8TI»ATE» CATALOGUE.
Q AgDEN, Etc^HOSE. ;;?'^^.";f';^|'! JiSc'^J^^y'.
coupled. Is the best Hose made at' any' price.
Florists try a fliniile leHKth. AKeuts wanted.
KmiBALIZED EBBBEE CO , 13 CHff Street. Kew lo-k.
cn»N WBITINO MENTION THE n.ORIBTW CXCHAWCt
MIJLSTICA
For Glazlns
F. 0. PIERCE CO., 170 Fulton St., N.Y.
Sole Manufaoturers.
COI^LAY'S
IMPROVED
PUTTY BULB
For Glazing Sash, Etc.,
PATENT PLANT SPRINKLER
For sale by your Seedsman,
or sent, postpaid for Sl.UO.
JOHN A. SCOLLAY,
7( * 76 Myrtle Ave ,
BROOKLYN, N.Y.
SEND STAIVIP FOR CATALOGUE.
Modern Greenhouse
Heating.
One of our boilers, 10,880 feet of two
22,400 feet of glass (four 20x200 feet
double gable houses) to 6.5 degrees in
coldest Winter weather ; they have done
it, and will do it for you — we guarantee
it. Our boilers are not only the best of
their kind, but the best made. They have
the largest "firebright" direct surface,
are the easiest cleaned, handled and set
up ; and from engineering facts, they are
the ideal frictionless, economical water
heating boilers of our day.
Plenty's Horticultural Works,
148-156 Randolph Ave ,
JERSEY CITY, N J.
For Greenhouses, Conservatories,
Graperies, Hotbeds and all other
purposes, at Lowest Rates.
N. COWEN'S SON 392 & 394 West Broadway, New York.
GLASS!
GLASS!
ETaos' Isprovei Chllengs,
136 So. Fifth Avenb
mgT.
Estimates Freely Oi
t
CALIFORNIA RED CEDAR
A. DIETSGH i GO. 619 Sheffield Avenue, CHICAGO.
RED CEDAR AND CYPRESS GREENHOUSE MATERIAL.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
r
tEND FOR OUR NEW CATALOGUi
Tlie|lew)iitoiiiati6GatileYei[tilatoii
nachine sent o
j£i^. Q. "^77"OIjI^ cSc BieO., r)a37-torL,
Olxio.
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WHEN WIUTINa MENTION THE nORn
J Simplicity in Greenhouse Construction.
T During our long experience we have not only made many improvements
J in greenhouses, but we have so simplified the coQStruction that building a
J greenhouse is no longer a matter so full of complications as to tax the
\ patience and the ingenuity of even the most intelligent meehanic. Our
Clear Cypress Building Material
is worked out in the best manner ready to be put up, and we furnish our
customers such complete detail drawings that any workman of only ordinary
capabilities_ can put it up correctly.
Lockland Lumber Co.,
LOCKLAND, OHIO
► V^/%^%/%^ ^/\/^^/%^'%^'%/%/%^^^%^%^^%/^^/%/%^%/%^/%,'%^
STANDARD VENTILATING MACHINE.
NONE
EQUAL IT
IN
Strength
AND
Durability
NOTHING
Flimsy
OH
Complicated
about it.
E. HIPPARD, YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO.
WHEN WRITINO MENTION THE rLOIIISTS- EXCHANGI
GREAT REDUCTION IN PRICE
nrDEii7'E'Ri7ss(irHoriiri>uiiijpiNG engiije
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XHE F^^^I-ORISTS' Exchkngb
JsPEClAL NOTICE TO THE TRADE ! !
The new seedling variegated leaf Canna, " JOHN WHITE," was originated by me and is controlled by ME ONLY. No one else
has any right to use the name, and the ORIGINAL STOCK can be obtained ONLY from ME or my AUTHORIZED
AGENTS, WEEBER & DON, 114 Chambers Street, New York, and the ELIZABETH NURSERY CO., Elizabeth, New Jersey.
the beautiful new variegated leaf Canna. Finest plant for all decorative purposes produced in yearp.
READY NOW. From 4 inch pots, 75 cents each ; $7.50 per dozen ; $50.00 per 100.
JOHN WHITE,"
Address the Originator, JOHN WHITE, EMzabeth, N. J.
HtW CAPE FLOWERS.
A. HERRMANN,
404-412 E. 34tli St., New York,
Near Ferry.
Manufacturer of Floral Designs.
Importer and Dealer in Florists' Supplies.
Write for Catalogue. Free
• the trade.
Fttis' Supplies.
Largest Stock in the Country.
All goodf
to date, and of
■qualitj'.
Send for illustrated Catalogue.
56 N.
H. BAYERSDORFER
FOURTH STREET,
& CO.,
PHILADELPHIA,
AUGUST BOLKER & SONS,
DEALERS m ALL
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
Seeds and Bulbs,
136 West 24th Street, NEW YORK.
Wholesale only. Trade Llets mailed on applica-
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS'
et/V»%%%Vt%^/»%%Vt«V'»W»«W%'VWVM«/»?
Height o
Height of pjrtmiide. 1
The Best in Trade. Packing 75e. ea.
DE SMEf BRbs.rNuVserymen,
GHENT, BELGIUM.
TOP
OF THE
POT
Both in Size and Quality.
The following "Specialties" now ready:-
• Inches. 100
Olea Fragrans, stocky and well , 12-16 $12 00
branched 118-20 16 00
Oranges and Lemons, best vars., 1 10-12 20 00
grafted on Tritoliata, bushy. 1 15-18 30 00
Oranges, Otahelte, bushy 8-10 8 00
" 12-16 16 00
Marechal Miel Roses, strong, field
grown, budded on Manetti, 3-4
feet $126.00 per lOOO 16 00
Marechal Nlel Roses, strong, 18-24
Inches $100.00 per lOOO 12 00
Floas Elastica
Biota Aurea Nana
Latania Borbonica,
■WELCH BROXHERS,
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
No. 2 Beacon Street. - BOSTON.
Wire Designs, Wheat Sheaves, Baskets, Im-
mortelles, Cape Flowers, Cut Flowers, Boxes,
and all other supplies, at prices to meet com-
(I
^
LEMATIS
ARNATIONS
HRYSANTHEMUMS
!. EISELE Hth a Jefferson Sts.Phila Pa.
: FLORrsTS- EXCHANGE
Live Sphagnum Moss and Orchid Peat
BEST QUALITY. •
For Prices, etc., address,
Bernhard Lapp, New Providence, N. J.
Decorative Plants
ARAUGARIAS
PALMS
PANDANUS VEITCHII
All sizes. Write for Prices.
»~P"0|V|C Assorted, from 2% inch
r ^r^l^^i pots, $3.50 per 100.
JOHN SCOTT,
A SPECIAL DISCOUNT
Of 10 per cent, from last
Spring's Wholesale list of
Palms, etc., on all cash
. H ESSER,
Platt.mouth, Neb.
THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGJ
ORCHIDS FOR GUTTING.
The Largest and Finest Stock|in the Woil
Agent, A. DIHSIOCK, care of Weeber & Don
, 114 Chambers St., N. Y. City.
■KNTION THE nORIST'S EXCHANCE
CYCAS REVOLUTA.... \
T The trup long leaf variety, just arrived. Stems from 2 inches long, up- »▼
T wards, $10.00 per roo Itos.; great reduction on quantities. }
T Prices on all bulbous and decorative stock given by correspondence. ?■
♦ F. W. O. SCHMITZ, - - JERSEY CITY, N.J. |
Nephrolepis Exaltata Bostoniensis.
In large and small quantities for Spring delivery, from $40.00
to $80.00 per 1000. Mine is the gennine stock.
FRED. C. BECKER,
1730 Cambridge Street, CAMBRIDGE, MASS.
FICUS ELASTICA
4 inch pots, lo to 12 inches in height.
$3.50 per dozen, $25 per 100.
ANDORRA NURSERIES
, Warner Harper, Manager.
CHESTNUT HILL, PHILA., PA.
srECIALTIES :
Large ^ ^P^'^''"^" Ornamental Trees,
{ Hardy Rhododendrons and Azaleas.
FINE
STOCK OF PALMS
UECA LUTESCENS
BROOKLV, C>\t^
Telephone Call 1207 Willlamsbi .(OLE, »3.oo per 100; S23.00 per 1000.
DOVBL,E, 8.00 " 70.00 •'
Write for our descriptive catalogue and complete wholesale .list, if you have
not already received same.
F. R. PIERSON CO.,
TARRYTOWN-ON-HUDSON, NEW YORK.
THE
BURBANK CAMNA.
The new giant yellow Orchid-Son-erfd variety with musa-like foliage. Un-
questionably the finest of the new Orchid-Howered class and a GRAND yellow.
Realizing the true merit of this grand California seedling, we placed plants
of it at once in the hands of members of the CANNA COMMITTEE of the
Society of American Florists. They say of it, unsolicited by us, as below:
Seeing
is
Believing
Needham, Mass.,
L handBome. brtRht
IR. Fred Kanst. head gardeuer of South Parh,
Ago. and an expert judge of Cannae at the World's
. Bays; "The flowers were much admired In the park
Summer. The foltaKe Is like rubber; it Is always
of the New Yt
a new cIbbs of t1
'One thing about
arm sunny window, thfv
hevb:
The buds i
Now ready, fine plants from 3J^ inch pota, each, 75c.: doz., $8; 25 for |15;
Doz. lots ppd. to London, 37s.; doz. lots prepaid to Hamburg, 38 marks.
CANNAS, WE CARRY LARGE WELL ASSORTED STOCK.
LILIUM HARRISII, PRICES NOW READY.
YAUGHAN'S SEED STORE,
NEW YORK, 14 Barclay St.
WHCN WRITING MCNTION 1
P. 0. Box 688, CHICAGO.
238
The F-l-orists' Exchknge.
OF
Are ill winds, and not in demand.
When Sowing ASTER SEED Plant Only
the Best German Strains.
BKANCHING, white 25 S
wnite and ruse
mixed 25 i
COMET, mixed 25 i
QUEEN OF MARKET, WHITE 15
BAMBOO CANES.
liled free to
WM. ELLIOTT & SONS
NEW^ YORK.
WHEN WRITINa MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
Liliuffl Superbuffl.
SPECIAL SALE OF
BULBS
ORDE R AT ONCE
6,000 Bulbs, let size, $15.00 per 1000; $2.50 per IOq
16,000 '■ 2d " 10.00 " 1000; 1.50 " 100
32,000 " 3d " 5.00 " 1000.
Grand opportunity to buy. Addros,
Assignee, Highland Nurseries, 'n*c""
WHEN WRITINa MEHTION THt PU>RISTS- EXCHANGt
CIHJIIS IHD CROTOIIS.
1000 Cannas for March delivery, in strong
dormant roots tor $30.00.
Alba Rosea. Bonvier, Chas. Henderson, Capt.
Maurice Mussy, Madame
mans. Paul Bruant, Queen Charlotte.
Purchasers selection as far as practicable, bu
in no case in excess of any variety.
100 Crotons in 10 to 15 varieties, 2 inc
pots, $10.00.
rieties, i
100 Crotons in 10 to 15 vn
pots, $16.00. OurstockofCroton
P. J. BERGKMiNS, ^'."r^^?&i lugusta, Ga.
IN THE njRISTS- CXCHANGE
Prize-Winning
DAHLIAS
AN UNPRECEDENTED RECORD.
23 First Prizes, Certificate of Merit, 2
Diplomas, and highest mention everywhere.
W. P. PEACOCK,
Berlin Lily of the Valley Pips
A.PPLV TO
IN CASES OF 2,500, FROM COLD STORAGE.
C. C. ABEL & CO.
CANNA AUSTRIA
it> : GREEN PLANTS READY NOW : -<|'
S40.00 per 100.
CHAS. H. ALLEN, Floral Park, N. Y.
itfHEH WRrriNC MENTION THE
BEGONIAS, TUBEROSES and GLADIOLI.
»„,«A^''f'-®'P5 PEARl- TUBEROSE BULBS-Large size at $1.00 per 100; 600 for «3.00: l.OOO
for $4.00. Second size at 60 cants per KKJ^ 60(1 Jor$l.oO; 1,1X10 for $3.60. v . .w.
, _„„ CLADIOLI-Pinest mixed colors on the market. Large size, 91.00 for lOOj MO for 84.00
1.000 for $7.00. Second size, Bnre to flower this Snmmer, 50 cents per 100 ; 600 for $2.00 ; 1,000 for $5.00.
All these Bnlbs. are the best on the market, and I guarantee satisfaction. Prices qnoted
are for bnlba to be sent by express or freight. If larger qnantities are wanted, asli for speoial onotationa
Stoclt limited, but all. orders will be filled promptly aslong as it remains nnsold. Address
F. B. mi^i.S, Seedsman. Bos. 200, Rose Hill, :Kew Vork
•'%/%^%^'%/%^V%^%^'%/%^%%^%/%'*
SWEET
PEAS
FOR
FLORISTS.
A surplus of the following varieties
enables us to name these low prices:
per lb.
GRACE MAY, white..... $.32
fhite.
HER MAJESTY
EMILY HENDERSON,
BLANCHE BURP E, .....
CAPT. OF THE BLUES, bl
COUNTESS OF RADNOR,!
ROYAL ROBE, pink -a,
VENUS, salmon color 28
LADY PENZANCE, rose 25
rimsoo 23
24
vender
PEACH BLOSSOM,
SENATOR, chooo ate and white.,
CALIFORNIA GIANT, mixed
1 cents per ounce postpaid,
uasn muai accompany all orders.
Mention our offer in this paper.
L.L MAY a CO., St. Paul, Minn.
:GET THE BEST:
ASTER SEED
of the celebrated SeiTiple Aster, separate colors, pink
aTid white, also mixed. Seed well cleaned, plump and good.
Crop of 1896. For sale in any desired quantity by
JAMES SEMPLE, Box 2, BELLEVUE, PA.
WHEW WRmWQ WEWTIOH THE FLORISTS' EXCHAWCE
ORDER YOUR GOODS FOR SUMMER DELIVERY IN TIME
Early Orders ::: BEST, l' BEST STOCK, t BEST PBICES
we: quote you now for delivery In JULV to SEPTEMBER.
RUMREY,
StouglitoD, Mass
ASTER SEED.
Tick's Branching, IThite and Semple's.
White and Pink, SI. 50 per oz,; Snowball,
$1.00 per oz.
Seed well cleaned and from selected stocky
For sale in any desired quantity by
587 Monroe Ave., Rochester, N. Y„
FROSTED PEACH SEED.
bushel ; one barrel of 3 bushels for $4.00. Sam-
ple by mail to those who want to purchase.
Also Jersey Yellow and Red Sweet Potato-
" at $1.50 per barrel of ful^
ry safely. All in flrst-
Seed
3 buahela. Packed to
class condition. Address
CHARLES BLACK, Hightstown, N. J.
ASTER SEED!
White Branching and Sample's TVhit»
and Pink, $1.25 per oz.
Seed Well Cleaned Crop of 1896.
HENRY WINDHEIM, Avondale, N. i
Single Begonia Bulbs
colors. Per i
Tyimrases'li .
HULSEBOSCH BROS., Englewood, N. J.
,$7. AUothe
bulbs on hand.
PALM SEED.
CALIFORNIA NURSERY CO., Niles, Cal.
WHEN WBITINO MENTION 1
JUST RECEIVED FROM JAPAN
JAPANESE IMPERIAL
CONVOLVULUS SEED.
H. E. Air
r lb.; ».10 on per 10 i
Freesia refracta alba,
Calla Ethiopica.
Li. Longiflorum,
Chinese Narcissus,
NEW PRICE LIST on above out NOW,
Address all oommuoications to
Tree Fern Stems,
Palm Seeds,
California Forcing
Bulbs.
Send for it.
H. H. BERGER & CO.. {^^''^fiX^^) San Francisco, Cal
WHEN WRITINC MENTION TMC nORIST-B CXCHANIU
GLADIOLI!^
DEALERS AND FLORISTS.
Not cheap stuflF to be gotten rid of at any price, but
HIGH GRADB,
at reasonable rates. Price List on application State
quantity desired. ^^ ' "
CUSHMAIT GLADIOLUS CO.,
Mention this Paper. EUCLID O
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Wholesale Catalogue on application. 5j
WEEBER & DON, '''^L^:it:T
St., New York City.
J. L. SCHILLER, Rutherford, N. J.
March 13, 1897.
The F=l-orists' Exchange.
239
SEED TPE REFOKT.
PolnuiBnd Information from seedsmen, ana al
interested in this column, solicited. Address
Editor Sebd Tradb, care of Flobibts' Bi-
OHANOB, p. O. Box 1897, New York.
Pliiladelphia.— More activity
ticed around the seed houses, bu
of bueinees of past years is not
ders are comiug in elowiy.
retail stores there is a large
a ted
buyers are going aroui
«S[ Arm, The catalogu
ably suffering the mo
find the cheap-
il trade is prob-
just :
Retu
are
poor
tar. and
really looka a
change th
ther mean
if the Urge firms will
present system and fin(
to secure patronage.
W. .^tlee Burpee & Co. have made splen-
did progress with the Government seed or-
der. They have now a force of eighty men
and girls working on this alone, and will
probably finish the order in two weeks.
Califoruia Seeds,— This has been a most
peculiar season for the growers in regard
to weather. Since crops were put In they
have looked very poorly, and the present
weather la helping to make a total failure
this year. During the Fall the weather
was very cold and held everything back.
Now the rain is " pressing the button and
doing the rest."
Ouions never looked more pitiful than
now. The tops are yellow and sickly, and
in spots the bulbs have rotted completely.
This is especially so in low spots on high
ground, and on the low lauds. For nearly
8i.\ weeks hardly any work was done.
This condition may be good for the trade
in general, as It will relieve the market of
some of its surplus, but the growers do
not like to put their money on a losing
speculation.
Lettuce and spinach have pulled through
In an apparently good condition. Both
are backward in regard to the season, and
some pieces of the former are becoming
very weedy.
Salsify is doing well. This year it was
planted on high ground and on top ol
ridges. The stand is very good, and pros
peots for a crop are flattering.
Gophers are getting in their work on the
carrot crop, otherwise it looks promising.
Some growers who were neglectful in get-
ting their crops in early are now in a hard
position. It will be some time before the
land can be worked, and then it will be
too late to be seeded. There are quite a
few acres of sweet peas to be planted, and
whether the late sowings will amount to
much is hard to tell. Eckford's latest
novelties are now arriving from Europe,
but whether they will produce anything
will depend on the weather of the next
few months. There is a dispositi
the part of the growers who make sweet
peas a specialty, to again send for M
Hutchlns, of Massachusetts, the authority
on this favorite flower, to look over the
crops. Two years ago, when he was here
last, the sweet peas were not in their
prime, and since then the progress
developing has been so rapid that a v
from that eminent gentleman seems almost
necessary. If arrangements can be made
to get him to visit the coast again, th
plans are to have several large exhibition
at San Francisco and San Jofe. The one
at San Francisco will probably be held
under the aut-pices of the State Floral
Society, and during the convention of the
Christian Ejdeavor Society, when over
50,000 visitors will be guests of the city.
Such a plan, if carried out, will not only
advertise the floral capabilities of the
*' golden state," but will also create a
demand for the newer varieties. — Cali-
fornia Seeds.
as well as productive, merchants and
rowers have every reason to be satisfied,
he stocks of pole and dwarf beans are
very heavy, but a few Spring frosts may
do much to bring these down to manage-
able proportions.
In market seeds the continued upward
tendency of rape and mustard and the
complete stagnation in clover seeds are the
most noticeable features. As regards the
latter nobody cares to break the ice, and
s some of the smallermen, having bought
eavily In anticipation of a rise, are under
the necessity of realizing very speedily, it
appears as though price* would go lower
still before a fair start will be made. With
the exception of tares and sainfoin, which
sell freely at remunerative rates, the de-
mand for all other seeds is practically nil
The report that the growers in California
have wisely decided to cut down their acre-
age of sweet peas this year has caused
much satisfaction among European grow-
ers, although it will not lead to an ad-
ditional acre being planted on this side.
It is hoped that the reduction that will
thus be effected iu the enormous stock"
now in the hands of the American growers
may also reduce the competition within
reasonable bounds, and thus enable the
growers on both sides of the Atlantic to
reap some benefit from their labors.
European SEfDS.
"No, I do not intend just yet to commli
myself as to what 1 think of publications
concerning 'Tapeworm in Poultry' and
other subjects of a kindred nature. It
would be manifestly improper for me to at-
tempt to be humorous on this or any other
subject connected with the Department of
Agriculture, especially before I have re-
ceived my appointment. Nor do I see how
I could with propriety foreshadow my atti-
tude respecting the distribution of seeds, a
question which appears to have been pretty
thoroughly hammered in both ways during
the present session of Congress. I've got
a good long summer atiead of me during
which to carefully review that matter. Sup-
posing you do me the honor to ask me all
about it— well, say some time next July or
August."
The correspondent adds:
"Although tjy birth a Scotchman, Mr.
Wilson is iu appearance a typical Ameri-
seeds.
;ided
far
agricultu
the sort
grossly
aricatured
in the
comic publica-
tions. b
tt a fine.
upright
gray-bearded.
sturdy-1-wking citi2
en, who
se actions and
of speech
yet hetc
ken an almost
life-long
contact w
th the
5oii. He talks
m rathe
a low to
e of vo
sionaliy
es of the trained par-
llamenta
rian, and while he
speaks there is
soniethii
g of palpable sine
rity in his ex-
press, on
and manne
r that is
convincing."
European Notes.
The weather prophets have foretold a
repetition of last year's experiences, and
preparations are consequently being made
to cope with the drought which will pre-
vail from March to June. As the land on
all but the low-lying districts is beginning
to break up nicely, the work of Spring
sowing proceeds apace. Sweet peas, radish,
spinach, and cress are going in well, and
unless the weather takes an unfavorable
turn, these crops should be ready for har-
vesting very early.
Quite a brisk trade has been done in
broad beans, and the anticipated surplus
has been reduced to very reasonable di-
mensions. In peas, the most remarkable
feature has been the extraordinary demand
for Prince of Wales and Telegraph. Both
these varieties succeeded very well last
year, and as both are peas of good quality,
tised three or four years agt
plants and bulbs, but was unsuccejs
his effort to procure them; hence he di
that the law could not be carried out in its
I;, so wished to discontinue the distribu-
of common varieties of seeds. The
bear me out in saying that the seeds-
and florists have been far more enter-
prising than the Government in obtaining
all new varieties of seeds and plants, and
they have been willing to pay more than
could be obtained from any other source,
hence they have been leaders in horticul-
The seed trade feel that they owe your
paper a debt of gratitude for the way in
which you have fought for their interest,
and no doubt they will reward you by lib-
eral patronage with their advertisements,
T. W. WOOD,
Chairman the Seed Trade Committee.
(COPY OF LETTER.)
I herewith send you a memorial which ex-
plains itself. This memorial we desire
that you get signed by every one in any
way connected with the seed trade, from
the highest to the lowest, even all the girls
that you employ filling bags, likewise grow-
ers and sub-growers. We desire to present it
to Congress as soon after it assembles, on
the loth of March, as we can get them to-
gether. We are aware that the number of
names attached to some of the petitions
will be small, so the headings of some will
be cut off -and the names pasted together;
therefore think it would be better if you
could get the names signed on each side of
the line pretty uniformly, so as to make
the names continuous on the memorial as
much as can be. Please get this signeU as
soon as possible and return it to me as
chairman at your earli&st convenience.
Will you please write to the newspapers
in your .!ection, likewise all that you have
any influence with by reason of your plac-
ing advertisements, and ask them to write
editorials against the free distribution of
seeds by the Government, which is so in-
jurious to the seed business, as it is impos-
sible tor seedsmen to compete with the Gov-
ernment, which is giving away such vastly
increased quantities every year, and which
is iu direct opposition to the spirit of our
Government? The people should be sup-
porters of the Government instead of the
Government supporting the people.
T. W. WOOD, Chairman.
Alemorial.
To the Fifty-fltth Congress of the United
States o( America, now holding Special Ses-
sion in the City of Washington:
We, the undersigned, engaged in the various
branches of the business of selling and grow-
ing seeds, would hereby respectfully petition
1 line of
)t legiti-
New Secretary of Agriculture.
In an interview with a '.epresentative of
the Washington "Star." Secretary of Agri-
culture Hon. James Wilson is reported to
have said;
"It would be mere idleness for me to
make any present attempt to outline any
changes that may be in Contemplation with
regard to the policy of the Department of
Agriculture. As a matter of tact, I sup-
pose that I know less concerning the meth-
ods at present employed In carrying on the
operations of that department than the very
newest of the new Congressmen now hold-
ing seats at the south end of the Capitol.
Although I believe I was the first Repre-
sentative In Congress to introduce a bill
providing for the creation of the Cabinet
office of Secretary of Agriculture (having
at that time not the vaguest notion that 1
myself would ever be Invited to accept that
position), that was 'way back in the Forty-
third Congress, and a good deal of the data
which I then had at hand in support of the
measure has escaped me. As a practical
agriculturist, I watched the workings of the
Department of Agriculture very closely
when I was in Congress, but, as I say, that
was a long time ago, and the department
has widened enormously in scope since that
time. I have just concluded six years of
the hardest work of my life in building up
the Agricultural College of the State of
Iowa, and I anticipate four years more of
exceedingly difficult labor and close study
In mastering the details of the Department
of Agriculture— for It Is perhaps needless
for me to state that I did not come to
Washington for tun.
The Seed Trade Committee.
/ mould Public Sentiment
Free Distribution of
■ Government.
Committee :
T.W.WOOL), Chairman J. A. Severens,
W. Atlee Burpee of D. M. Ferry & Co.
Burnet Landreth Jerome b. Rice
OFFICE OF CHAIRMAN,
Richmond, Ifa.
EdiUir Fl'iriulA'' Ercbanfjc:
I enclose you a letter and a memorial
which I shall be glad it you will publish.
We. as seedsmen, feel that the free distri-
bution of seeds by the Government is a
great injustice to all who handle seeds, and
it should be abolished, as it is impossible
tor the seedsmen to successfully compete
against such a large financial institution
as the Government, which has unlimited
means at its disposal and which is taxing
people and breaking down the seed interest.
It baa been remarked in other quarters that
Secretary Morton did not carry out the
spirit of the law. This, we believe. Is an er-
serves us right, he adver.
• United States
Fourth— Thn free distribution of seeds Is In
direnf opposition to our Constitution, which
conveys to all clearly that the people should
Pi'lh— That it is an Injustice to us to be
compelled to retrench our business methods
after years of hard work. No business can
compete with the gratuities of a Government.
Sixth— No other line of business would per-
mit of such paternalism, nor would Congress
think of InterferinE with other lines as they
have seen fit to interfere with the legitimate
seed trade. If the soed huslncss Is to be
made unprofitable hv O-ivernment competi-
tion, the vast sums which have been invested
ally expended by the seedsmen of the country
for maintaining
high standard of
field seeds will h
entire bortlenltur
Seventh— The s
nioys annually tli
but also gives c 11
the
' garden, flower am
iwn from the busl
r.iMe Injury to thi
which
of year
EV that seedsmen
the rieparlment
240
The Plorists' Exchhngb
Ninth— The seed trade of the United States
has done more for, and expended more money
In, the interests of horticulture and agricul-
Teuth— If the free distribution of seeds is to
grow proportionately during the next ten
years as it has in the past, it will bring
disaster to us all.
Eleventh— It is unjust to permit the United
States mails to be burdened with hundreds
of tons of seed transported free at the will
of Congressmen, causing a large yearly deficit
In the Post Office Department.
Twelfth— It seems inconsistent to us for our
Government to protect us by a proper tariff
■ foreign competitors, and
Give all a Chance at the Public
Crib.
That the most of us are overjoyed at
getting something for nothing goes with-
out saying— but there are some o£ us who
draw the line at seeds. We are not all
"farmers," however much our looks may
belie us, and those of us who are not in-
terested in potential growths, useful
her
call ourselv
of the Congresisman who has
the honor to represent us and our "dees-
trict" in Washington. We ask him to
make an innovation by sending those of us
who don't own any real estate which could
be utilized for seed purposes something
we can apply to our several necessities.
The partiality and discrimination shown
hitherto against those not addicted to the
seed habit has been most unjust and mani-
festly unfair. We who know a spade or a
harrow by hearsay only, and are in no way
interested in beets, turnips et al, do ear-
nestly protest and ask for a reformation
and something in the place of seeds.
We have intimated that the seeds do-
nated were given on a gratuitous plan. We
have been informed, -however, that there is
a medium of exchange, said medium being
But what's
vote?
■ trifle
a near-next-to-nothing; a paltry thing
which our statesmen, it would appear,
think exchangeable for "seeds which come
too late to plant and which don't come up
after they are planted." There may be,
however, those who do consider the price of
theii
fen
and
horses
feel that they, too, ought to have something
tangible in return for having given Mr.
Timothy Hayseed a help toward the marble
halls of the Capitol, and these helpers are
just as much entitled to consideration and
reward as he who is satisfied with two
packages of turnip seed, a package or two
of "Johnnie Jump Ups" and forget-me-nots
—a favorite of statesmen to their constitu-
ents— and one of cabbage clover and tim-
othy mixed. We are all prone, less or
more to hanker after "clover," even
though we have to solicit the statesman
who claims to represent us, to put us
Into It, but we ought to be allowed
to choose our own pasturage. There's
adage about taking the
the well— and the horse does
the rest. Now, those of us who have no
ta^te for seeds, yet who are willing to have
the Government do the patronizing and pa-
ternal, respectfully ask for a deviation from
the time-worn custom of distributing elee-
mosynary vegetable germs. A simple rem-
it our Congressmen are willing to listen to
suggestions, and the officers of the Cabinet
not averse to hearing something to their ad-
vantage, we would propose establishing an
Exchange Bureau tor those of us who don't
want seeds. By the proposed plan all
branches of trade would be benefHed and
the Government given the chance to be pa-
ternal some more. In the trrst place there
would be a new member in the Cabinet; sec-
ondly, there would be new clerks to be put
in office. The duties would be to return
for votes or vote that which the owners
might demand— the truthfulness of appli-
cant's request to be certified to by Con-
gressional representative.
Then let a schedule of prices be made —
so many votes to equal so many dollars-
one vote to equal a dollar, let us say, and
under the heading of the number of dollars
a list of articles.
For instance,
ONE VOTE— ONE DOLLAR.
Choice of
One bottle hair restorer,
One bottle "Old Crow" (useful in "Bour-
bon deestricts").
One pair blue jean overalls and shirt,
One pair butternut overalls and shirt,
Four boxes anti-fat pills.
One bottle Dood's Nervine,
One jackknife.
One safety razor. Observation. — The Pop-
ulist Congressman could cut the latter out
of his list.
Four packages chewing tobacco.
When work was slack in the Exchange
office the clerks might be put to hunting up
novelties to "trade" tor votes. This sug-
gestion, which really ls of value and can
be enlarged, ought to be w-orked out by
some one of executive ability. By so doing
no voter would feel obliged to take seeds
"or go without" and feel offended. Another
thing, it would be easy for a numbe
voters to pool their issues, make a reqi
tion for one good article — a bicycle, for in-
stance— and then raffle it off. Just think
how popular a statesman could become by
presiding at a raffle in the town hall. I
would also give him an opportunity to per
feet himself in diplomacy with a view t(
getting a foreign mission. The latter plai
could be elaborated so as to include pool
ing issues to exchange seeds for a fire en
gine, a free library or any needed village
improvement.
The dear paternalism of the Government!
Giving seeds right and left with an un-
stinted but misapplied generosity has a
more serious aspect than any yet touched
upon. Who can tell what thoughts danger-
ous to our institutions may be engendered
by the receipt of seeds by the man whose
only real estate consists of what adheres
to his feet as he, Coxey-Iike, wanders about
the country. A man with a pocketful of
Government seeds and no land to sow them
in is a menace to our country. Why, in the
names of Ceres, Flora and Horace Greeley,
do not the Solons give the seeds to tlie
professional agriculturist, pay him for grow-
ing them and distribute the produce? This
would be practical charity. We are tired
asking tor bread and receiving vegetable
pills in a more or less stage of deoonrposi-
Again, insult is added to injury when the
Department of Agriculture and its cousins,
the little State departments, issue bulletins
containing recipes for the extermination
of bug^ that, perhaps, nexer existed, or, if
they did exist, migrated to "fresh fields
and pastures new" before the proclamation
came, "Kerosene Emulsion," "Bordeaux
Mixture," "Persian Rug Powder," "Parish
Green," "Aunt Destroyer," "Ammonia Not
Shot," "Improved Caterwauler Lime," or
whatever was recommended tor them,
should be sent, and why not a Government
bug killer be sent? The army worm has it
all his own way as far as West Pointers are
concerned. Put them to some useful em-
ployment for board and clothes!
If the Government for the people feels
it incumbent upon itself to keep watch and
ward over the interests of the citizens of
these United States, let it do so thoroughly
and not discriminate in favor of one class.
There are others. Let those of us who don't
want seeds have something we do want or
call a halt in the absurd practice of doling
out embryo vegetation to the exclusion of
other and more serviceable wares. Let the
statesman give us free railroad passes and
obtain postage franks tor us, and thus put
us on an equality with himself, if he would
retain our esteem and secure our suffrage,
but don't— .for God's sake, don't— keep
thrusting seeds in our faces when we would
rather get what we want at the grocery
store or send to a seedsman tor them.
F. TURNER.
Following are a few letters written by
applicants for free seeds, which serve better
than any other form of expres.sion to dem-
seed trade, and the debasing influence of
the distribution itself:
The letter which follows is from the State
of Washington, in which the writer gives a
list of nearly forty (401 neighbors, and adds:
"Please send to myself and as manv of the
ntlon
the
tion, by Congressman Apsley. of Hud-
ss., were received O, K. If you have
■e, send them, please, of new and rare
Hon. J. H. Walker, Representative to Con-
gress, sent me labels to address In the dis-
tribution of seeds, and I addressed these
labels to practical gardeners and farmers of
this locality. Your seeds will go Into good
hands, and prove a paying investment for you,
I think. For my trouble I sent a list tor
perhaps $1.50 worth of seeds in packages to
Mr. Walker to forward to you to be sent to
me. Have you received such a list from
Secretary Morton? If not, are you willing
to send me a few seeds, in return for the
work done, as referred to above?
I have received some of your free Congres-
sional seed distribution, purchased from you.
and have you any flower seeds which you
different ' kinds as soon as possible, and
me some garden seeds, j
nd late cabbage, celery.
er else you wish to send.
large taxpayers, but
y of the free seeds,
might
President Cleveland having de-
clined to sign the Agricultural Bill,
which contained the free seed pro-
viso, gives the seed trade time and
opportunity to conduct an aggressive
campaign of education, leading to
its abolition forever. The new Con-
gress convenes March 15, and every
reader of the E.xchange should pro-
test vigorously and at once to his
Congressman.
Washington are so universally in favor of
it. You must admit that Secretary Mortoa
made a very strong fight to discontinue the
practice, but he was overwhelmingly de-
feated in his efforts. The system is bad,
and there can be no question of this, espe-
cially the way it has been conducted for the
past few years, when the Agricultural De-
partment has insisted upon getting seeds at
about half the cost of production, and the
firms that have filled their orders must
necessarily lose a great deal of mioney or
supply old or inferior stocks, a disgrace to
the Government to send out. even if giving
them away. We heartily favor the repeal
of the free seed distribution unless it can be
conducted as originally intended. Yours
very truly, ROBERT BUIST CO,
The government tree seed distribution
the way it is carried on to-day is a colos-
sal humbug. If the original intent of the
law were carried out it would be a bless-
ing to farmers, gardeners— yes, everybody.
JOHN A. SALZER SEED CO.
La Crosse, Wis.
Dear Sir— That the tree distribution of
seeds by the Department of Agriculture is
an example of pernicious paternalism and
an unjustifiable and most unfair injury to
the seed trade has been clearly shown by
Secretary Morton and others, but we think
if looked at from the standpoint of the al-
truistic horticulturist it will also be seen to
be an evil.
Our forty years' experience as seedsmen,
during which we have come into communi-
cation, in a horticultural way, with hun-
dreds of thousands of both professional
aud home gardeners, has shown us that
the great obstacle in the way ot every
home including a garden, and every
table being supplied with fresh vegetables
and flowers, is not the want of seeds, but
rather the want of disposition and skill to
plant and properly care tor the garden.
We are certain that furnishing every man,
woman and child with free seeds of the
best varieties would be no more effective
in increasing the quantity and quality ot
the vegetables grown and consumed by our
people than would the free distribution of
needles and thread lead to their being bet-
ter and more tastefully dressed. In both
cases it is the use of the essential means
to the end rather than their possession that
leads to profit.
Again, a careful study pf varieties of cul-
tivated flowers and vegetables propagated
by seeds, and the habits of ordinary plant-
ers of them convinced us that in just so far
as seed ot varieties selected and distributed
tree by the Government or otherwise take
the place ot seed of varieties selected and
procured by each individual, the personal in-
terest and care which are always essential
to success would diminish, and in conse-
quence our people would have fewer and
poorer vegetables.
Different lots of seed of the same variety
and of equal vitality vary immensely in
value, and the real value of seed cannot be
determined, like that of ordinary merchan-
dise, by inspection. Beyond mere appear-
ance and vitality the buyer of seed is al-
ways at the mercy of the seller and his
ability and disposition to furnish the best.
If the Government purchases large quan-
tities of seeds it must be by bids, and they
will either have to accept the lowest priced
lot which the seller says is of the quality
desired, without being itself able to prove
them to be so, or depend upon representa-
tion of the sellers. In either case, corrup-
tion and fraud might easily creep in.
No fair minded man can intelligently
study the subject without being convinced
that no real horticultural good can come to
our people through a tree distribution of
seeds by the Department of Agriculture,
no matter how honestly and carefully it Is
conducted, and that the continuance ot the
practice simply affords the distributors an
opportunity to give to whom they choose,
and at the e-xpense of the Government,
what, at the time, may please the recipient,
but which, in the end, is often a disap-
pointment and always a disadvantage.
Yours truly,
D. M. FERRY & CO.
We believe there has never been a sea-
son in which the free distribution of seeds
by the government has done the seed busi-
ness of the country as much damage as is
the one we are now going through. We
believe that it has been a potent factor in
assisting the demoralized condition ot the
seed trade, as we are all feeling it this
year. The proposed amendment allowing
each Representative to distribute just as
he desires would be a still further damage
to us. It should be opposed by seedsmen
and others interested to the utmost extent
of their ability. We can but believe that
this proposed amendment, showing, as it
will, on its face its injustice to seedsmen
and demoralizing influence, will arouse the
consciences of those who have been in-
different in the matter, and cause them to
vote against it. JOHNSON & STOKES,
Philadelphia.
We consider the free dlstribntion of
seeds by the Government an outrage on
the taxpayers In general, and on the seed
trade in particular. If the free seed dis-
tribution Increases In volume in the future
as It has done In the past, It will force the
seed dealers to close up shop, and join the
Cuban or Coxey's army; and will also
force thousands of country stores, now
selling seeds, to quit doing so, and rob
them of the profits of such sales. We be-
lieve In fair play, and hope that our
senators and members of Congress In
Washington will give us such by abolish-
ing the free seed distribution.
F. Barteldhs & Co.
Lawrence, Kan.
I am very glad, indeed, your paper is tak-
ing hold of this "free seed distribution"
matter, and you certainly deserve a great
deal ot credit for so doing. We have been
working for some time along this line with
our Congressmen and various others, and at
the present time am in close accord with
the work which will start in Washington
by the American Seed Association, of
which Mr. T. W. Wood, ot Richmond, Va.,
is the honored president. Mr. Wood has
our views in this connection, and no doubt
will appreciate any good which you may be
able to do while the committee is in session.
Shall be pleaised to be of any further assist,
ance to you, and again thanking you tor
the work which you have started and with
my very best wishes for its ultimate suc-
cess H. W. BUCKBEE.
Rooktord, 111.
We are ot the opinion that one of the
reasons for the great depression in the seed
business tor the past few years, which
has caused many ot the seedsmen to as-
sign, is the competition which they were
obliged to meet in the way ot the Govern-
ment free seed distribution, and until the
Government is ready to tax the people in
order to make a tree distribution ot flour,
sugar or beef, we will be opposed to the dis-
tribution ot seeds or any other article of
We hardly think it worth while to enter
any protest against this action by the Gov-
ernment so long as the representatives at
FRANK FORD & SON.
Ravenna, Ohio.
The practice of free seed distribution by
the United States Government has in it
so mu»h of the element of political jobbery
that It should be resisted by every self-
respecting member of Congress. Free dis-
tribution of stove polish, blacking, or
chewing gum would be just as sensible.
The whole thing is a discouragement to
an Important branch of trade and Industry
which needs rather to be fostered. From
the politician's point of view it is probably
a cheap and easy way of obtaining votes,
bnt the advantage to the consumer is so
slight that no reflecting statesman should
stoop to such a misuse of public funds.
Last season I refused the Government's
offer of a contract to distribute nearly
$10,000 worth of seeds In this way through-
out the nine Pacific Coast states.
San Francisco. E. J. BOWEN.
Xhb F=ii-ORiSTS' Exchange.
24:1
We are opposed to the free distribuiio
of seeds by the Government in any forn
and consider it a most pernicious practice
We cannot conceive how our Represent:
fives at Washington can justify their actio
in urging a continuance of the same.
be do
the
pleasing their
constituents at the expense
of the people.
and not with any idea of
helping them.
CURRIB BROS.
e have read with interest your remarks
le Florists' Exchange in relation to the
seed distribution, and although we
ped three carloads ot sweet corn to
ireth last winter for that purpose, we.
>ver, are not in sympathy with the prac-
and thinlc it will be a great injury to
seedsmen if it is allowed to continue.
as growers of garden seeds, sincerely
! that the new Administration will give
protective specific duty on seeds.
EVERETT B. CLARK & SON,
Iford, Conn.
W. Atlee Burpee, esq.
Dear Sir: The enclosed clipping from a re-
cent issue of the "Reading Herald." pub-
lished at Reading, Pa., will doubtless be
interesting to you. Evidently the seeds are
furnished by the Government, thus in an
indirect way aiding a sort ot "free gift"
concert. The thing grows in its power for
evil, and w^e heartily indorse the means
you and other members of the seed trade
have talien in the effort to stamp out this
gigantic fraud.
HOLMES & MacKUBBIN.
Saturday afternoon, there will be a free dis-
tribution of vegetable seeds, and the Road
law, now pending in the State Legislature,
will be discussed.
season (July and August), you would not.
I am sure, legislate against the business as
you now seem inclined to do.
Let me illustrate a little incident con-
nected with trouble incurred in breeding
any particular variety of vegetable to a
higher type. Some years ago I made a
selection from a crop of tomatoes for the
purpose ot obtaining a variety which would
give a rich crimson purple fruit, perfectly
round in shape, of good size, solid, con-
taining few .seeds and ot excellent quality.
1 worked hard for several years perfecting
the variety, and Anally had sufHcient seed
to plant four acres. The four acres, to be
plain, gave me fruits of all sorts and sizes,
and my work was in vain. My house is
not the only one having had such experi-
ence, but there are many others that fre-
quently have several crops fail after years
of earnest work and at great expense, not
only for laborers, but for land and manure.
As an employe of the trade and speaking
also for the other employes, let me urge
the
sity
ng again
ation for
(The following letter to Congressman
Wanger well states the seedsman's cause,
and our readers, in writing to their Sen-
ators and Congressmen, could not do bet-
ter.than follow on similar lines of reason-
ing in an appeal to the clear common
sense of the legislator addressed.)
Hon. Irving P. Wanger, Norrietown, Pa.:
My Dear Sir— I wrote you last week ask-
ing your influence to help me and my fel-
low employes prevent the further tree dis-
tribution of seeds. I have been connectej
with the trade for ten years, and have prac-
tically devoted my entire time to studying
the many details of the business, and to
find at this time, when I am getting to a
position where I can commence to reap
the benefits of my close study and hard
work, that I must submit to laws passed by
Congress depriving me of the benefits of
my work, I cannot help but think some-
thing is radically wrong with lawmaking
legislation.
There are, from time to time, brought Ui
in Congress bills to protect the .\merican
workingman, but what kind of legislation
is this which seeks to establish at the Na-
tional Capital a "seed shop," at which the
many constituents of the members of Con-
gress make known their requirements in
the seed line and have their wishes grati-
fied?
My ten years' experience has given me
sjme little theoretical and practical
knowledge of growing and selling
seeds, and each year has strength-
ened a theory long ago formed—
the business of growing and selling should
be fostered by our Government and not
throttled, ae it now seems the intention of
our highest legislative body to do.
I was very much surprised to learn that a
horticulturist of such standing as Mr.
William R, Smith of the Botanical Gar-
dens should go on record with a printed cir-
cular letter in favor of the continuance of
the tree seed distribution. Perhaps I am
not in a position to judge this action criti-
cally, as I have not yet experienced the
feeling which comes with giving away
things at the expense of others.
Let me try and tell you what the free dis-
tribution of seeds means:
Distress to all those employed in the busi-
ness of growing and selling seeds.
Financial ruin to our employers. A be-
ginning tor paternalism, which I understand
the Constitution forbids.
Greater depreciation in the value of
farm lands.
Irreparable damage to the high quality of
seeds as now obtained.
An end to all possibilities of the further
improvement of all vegetable, flower and
fleld products.
My position includes the management of
an experimental farm, on which is expended
thousands of dollars in the interests of
horticulture, and if you, or any of your fel-
low members ot Congress, could give me an
hour of your time during the height of the
The Free Seed Shop in Wash-
ington.
There is a fact connected with the origin
of the distribution of free seed ot valuable,
new or rare varieties of vegetables and
flowers by the Government that I do not
recall having seen sufiiciently emphasized,
viz., that at that date there were but two
or three seedsmen in the United States who
made a specialty of introducing theae, which
tact gave good ground tor the appropriating
of money by the Government to enable the
Commissioner of Agriculture, of those
days, to purchase and bring out from these
obscure localities new and improved varie-
ties to be distributed through the nation
for the benefit ot horticulture and agricul-
ture. But such a state of affairs no longer
exists, for now, instead of the introduction
ot new varieties being confined to a few
men of enterprise, of late years every
prominent seedsman is on the alert, eager
to catalogue whatever is new or valuable,
either in vegetables or flowers, and for this
end the whole resources of the globe are
examined carefully, without sparing pains
or expense. As a matter ot fact, therefore,
this function o[ the department is obsolete;
there being no opening in its legitimate
sphere to continue its action as a seed dis-
tributor makes necessary the utter sham
which now runs through its business, which
is but a perversion of the original intent of
the law.
Well and logically did our representative
propose, as an amendment to the bill then
before the House, that agricultural tools
and implements should be included, and
with a wise consistency did Congressman
Moody, the clear-headed representative
m my own district, who opposed the bill
every stage, send the parcel of seed —
ved by him undei
to enlighten public sentiment as to the
enormity of the free distribution of seeds
in its trespass on the right of a legitimate
business, establishing a strange principle
in legislation, the logical carrying out ot
which would require gifts all along the
line to supply all the wants of every class
of men, that it will compel its representa-
tives in Congress to keep their records
clean from contamination with such pitch.
Marblehead, Mass. J. J. H. GREK30RY.
The Cook BUI.
I have been much interested in the let-
ers that have been published in your
olmuns lately in regard to that national
raud, the free seed distribution, which I
lave been consistently denouncing for the
last thirty years. You are right, also, in
egard to that twin humbug, the laboratory
esting of vegetable seeds. When the gen-
iral reader reads a tabulated
the
of
the Overseer of
they were
then
Morton
curious report
to a call from
spondence that
nd the seedsmen
Whatever impression Secret
may have produced by that cu
of his, printed in response
Congress, giving thf
had passed between
ot the country relative to the new ana me
pare we all so admired the pluck he mani-
fested in his square stand-up fight with
Congress that we readily forgot some rather
ludicrous inconsistencies in his position.
Evidently the honorable Secretary had "lit
his taper from the master's lamp," tor he
certainly exhibited a brave manliness in de-
fending his department from a degraded
service as ever did President Cleveland in
some of his decisions as a great Executive.
I certainly believe that when the Govern-
ment of this, our country, is lifted ■- -
Wakefield Cabbage seed, and he notes in
one column "purity percentage" he at once
assumes that this means the percentage ot
pure Early Wakefield Cabbage seed in the
sample, when in fact the man who made
the test could not tell for the life of him
whether it was Wakefield or Flat Dutch
Cabbage seed. Then as to the germination.
Does this column inform him whether the
seed is American grown or imported from
England? Does it tell him anything about
the ancestry of the seed, the strain from
which it comes? I can imagine a case in
which I would give twice or more the price
tor a sample that showed but 50 per cent,
germination than I would for another of
the same variety that showed 100 per cent.
The gardener knows that the ancestry of
the seed is of the first importance in get-
ting what he is after, and laboratory test-
ing tells him nothing about this. While
seed of grass and grain may contain many
foreign seeds if not carefully recleaned,
there is little danger from weed seeds
among vegetable and flower seeds and the
laboratory testing of this class ot seed is
sheer humbuggery.
The trade in vegetable and flower seeds is
a matter of confidence and reputation, and
when a practical gardener has found that
he can get what he wants from a certain
firm witn uniform regularity, he will de-
pend upon the statements of that firm in
preference to any Governmental laboratory
test that can be contrived, particularly
when he knows that these tests are usually
made by men who are not gardeners, and
who have had no practical experience with
the various strains of seeds and the time
and care needed for their development.
What the gardener wants to know is
whether the seeds come irom a pure and
well developed stock of the variety he de-
sires, and whether it has been grown in
the climate best suited for the development
of the characters he is after. Of course
he wants as good a germination as possible,
but he would rather have the test for this
made in a greenhouse by a gardener than
in a laboratory by a dilettante who never
grew anything, and he will taite the state-
ment of a reputable seedsman in regard to
this sooner than the report of a Govern-
ment official. W. F. MASSEY,
Professor of Horticulture and Botany, N.
C. College of Agriculture and Mech.
Arts.
Raleigh, N. C.
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Sash
Tenons white-leaded. Curners se-
cured with iron dowel pins. Every
detail of coDstructlon perfect.
Made ot Clear Cypress Ijumher.
Quick Shipments.
We have in stock and can ship
immediately:
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.3 ft. 3 in. X 6 ft., 4 " Sin. "
4 ft. X 6 ft., 5 " 8 in. "
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Quoted on application. State size
and quantity wanted. No order
too small to receive careful atten-
tion, and none too large for our
facilities.
LOCKLAND LUMBER CO.,
Lockland, Ohio.
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higher
the intention of the
and this perversion of
law comes to be looked
back on in its true light, the manly record
the Secretary made in his connection with
it will be a grander badge of honor than
the office itself could ever yield him.
It is mortifying that so noble a depart-
ment of the Government has been degraded
into a mere tool to be used by Congress to
supply its members with material with
which they may be enabled to bribe or
placate the electors of their several dis-
tricts. It is understood that steps have
been taken by one of the largest seed firms
in the country to test the constitutionality
of the law under which the distribution is
made and until this is decided it strikes me
that it would be wise to hold all action in
abeyance that might invite larger outlay
of time and money. Certainly, action that
must be renewefl every session ot Congress
is not what is needed. What is wanted is
■ seed. I explained
_ cabbage
as much as imported seed
Mr. W. F. Mas:ey.
Dear Sir; I have read with much pleas-
ure your vigorous letter of opposition to the
continued free seed distribution, also show-
ing the nonsense of the "laboratory testing
of vegelable seeds." In reference to the
latter you will be pleased to learn that
week before last 1 had a long conversation
in Washington with the author of the so-
called "Cook bill," and he assured me that
he considered the great majority of
seed tr-ade ot .\merica honorable busil
meu. All that he intended was to prei
fraud in the sale of seeds, particularly
imported grass and clov
to Mr. Cook that
to produce and
same vitality by
I explained to hi
cauliflower seed would cost ten times as
much as Italian grown, yet would not show
on an average within 15 to 20 per cent, the
same germinating power. Therefore we
could hardly understand the justice of his
requirements, tor no gardener would know--
ingly plant Italian grown cauliflower seed,
as it almost invariably fails to head in
America. Mr. Cook replied that it was
just such expressions of opinion he wanted
to get. There is no doubt that a similar
bill will be introduced, and I think horti-
culturists and seedsmen generally want to
iwatch it closel:
proper lines.
TWINE.
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The F=i-orists' Exchange.
CHBPTIOHS.
A Carnation Meeting.
The special meeting called by the Chicago
Florists' Club, tor an exhibition ol carua-
tton.-», on March 4, was a pronounced sue
cess, both as regards high grade flowers
btiged and attendance. The hall was
packed with admirers of the divine flower,
and plainly showed that in )he matter of
exhibits the cirnation of all flowers is the
one to call out growers, retailers, dcale s,
and connoisseuTH at these club meetings.
It is generally admitted that, consider-
ing the quantity of Cirnations grown for
tms market, the grade of fancy flnwers is
hardly up to the average of other large
cities, and if so it is time a better condition
of things existed. Once the^e high grade
Sowers are plentiful enough to always be
obtainable in open market, the quality of
standard market kinds will be raised, and
trash be swept from the market altogether
as unsalable at any price.
Fred. Dorner & Sons Co., of Ltfayette,
Ind., were the largest exhibitors, their dis-
play embracing Mrs. C. H. Dahme, Mrs.
George M. Bradt, White Cloud, Dazzle,
Storm Queen, Uncle John, tiiree vases of
seedlings yet unnamed, but coming out
next year; No. 11 a light pink, No. 23 a
yellow, and No. 8 a scarlet. Also, six vases
of seedlings of 189-1-5 on further trial;
one of these had the color of the old clove
pink, without its fragrance, however, and
a pink had that quality to a charming
degree.
E. G. Hill & C3., of Rchmond, lad.,
had grand vases of Jubilee, Flora Hill.
Triumph, and Mrs. McBuruey.
Hugh Graham, of Philadelphia, showed
his flue pink Victor in good sbape.
Hopp cfc Lemke. of Ea^t Grand Rapids,
Mich., sent their Morello.
R. Witterstaetter, of Cincinnati, staged
Emma Wocher, and Evelina a perfect
white.
J. A. Peterson, of the same city, had a
scarlet. Outcast, so named from his retain-
ing this as a flue market kind after its
originator had discarded it without name.
John Breltmeyer & Sons, of Detroit,
showed Mayor Pingree.
John Burton, of Philadelphia, had a
Urge vase of a splendid new white seed-
ling.
Gdorge Hancock & .SDn,JGrand Haven,
Mich., exhibited Ivanhoe.
W. N. Rudd staged Goldflnch, Ro^e
Q leen, Dilia Fox and Jubilee.
TheStoliery Bros., Argyle; Helm Bros.,
Rose Queen, Tidal Wave and Daybreak ;
Hills & Jacobsen, Daybreak ; Otto Han-
sen, Century, which he has groA-n so well
for this market; Herman Strenning, a
scarlet seedling from L'zzie McGowan X
with Tidal Wave.
Geo. Souster, Elgin, 111., exhibited Sil-
ver Spray, Scott, Tidal Wave, Portia and
Daybreak.
Other flowers exhibited were by Ernst
Asmus, N. J., Souvenir du President Car-
not rose, hardly in as good condition as we
have seen it; J. C. Vaughan, an elegant
vase of Burbank canna and a smaller one
of yellow Crozy likely to be a useful bed-
ding variety; a vase of the pretty pea like
flower of Crotalaria longuistrata. and six
fronds, each 5 feet long, of Woodwardia
radicans, shipped in from New Mexico.
St;ollery Bros, had very fine Mrs. Morgan
roses, and J. A. Peterson, of Cincinnati,
the much talked of Princess of Wales
se as I
certainly
very flue, quite distinct in shape and build
of flower, but rather weak in stem as com-
pared with California as marketed here by
the Helm Bros. Charles Raupack. of
Park Ridge, a new grower with us, had
vases of Bride and Bridesmaid roses, the
flowers being of extraordinary size and
texture.
Hills & Jacobsen also sent very fine
Bridesmaid from young plants with 3 foot
stems; May's strain of mignonette, a foot
long in the stem, and the new California
white Marguerite.
Geo. -A. Kuhl, of Pekin, III., sent very
pretty Belle Siebrecht roses in the bud. '
After the exhibits had bten well lookfd
over, the meeting was called to order by
W.N. Rudd. He remarked be was simply
delighted with the show of high grade
Bowers, and said they compared favorably
with the exhibit at the CincinDatl meet-
lag, save, of course, in the quantity staged.
Go looking over such noble flowers, he felt
that the old varieties and style of growing
must go, and the sooner growers woke
up to that fact the better it would be for
them. He was thoroughly convinced,
while all might not grow the 3and8,'i-inch
flowers, as were those staged, it was time
the \}i inch flower of the day was ousted
from the market. OceHne of poor flowers
were sent to this market that bad to be
j )bbed off for anything they would fetch,
or relegated to the ash barrel.
Every good flower sells readily. He rec-
ommended a judicious purchase of novel-
ties, and stated they had paid with him.
One way, probably the safest, was to pur-
chase 25 or 50 for trial, but the most money
was made by larger purchases and a mar-
ket while kiof's were new.
E. G. Hill, being called on, sa'd on look-
ing around this city he was forced to come
to the conclusion that a much better aver-
p'er is to be
n Chicago. He
said he used to think, and still thinks, the
soil here can be made to grow good flowers.
He recommended house planting, especially
for Jubilee : said the flowers he exhibited
were rooted and potted off in 2-inch pots
in July, and set iu benches the first of
August. He thinks highly of a mulch of
2 inches of rotten dry manure in Summer.
Uses lime in the soil, which he thinks
beneficial, where lime is deficient. He is
of opiuion also that lime stiff-ns the stem.
It is a mistake to use too coarse a soil.
For temperature he grows as near 52 to 54
d greesat night as may be, and should not
go above 58 or 60 degrees in cloudy days ;
believes in plenty of air.
Fred. Dorner, Jr., being called on, said
he selects cuttings very carefully and
does not believe in placing them in cold
frames, so as to receive a check ; prefer-
ing to keep them in a growing condition
till planted out. He does not believe in
under-glass culture, but uses care in tak-
ing up; uses a mud wash on the glass as
shade for a tew days; the draught at this
time being very bad. if once the cuttings
wilt they suffer badly. For supports he
uses wire netting, A^haperi, in two tiers,
the top one, eighteen inches high, being
sufficient. Always place the blooms in
water in a cool place before marketing.
A. Mc.4.dam, a retailer, said the time
would come when the small trash wou'd
disappear. There would be no difficulty
in selling such flowers as were on exhibi-
tion, if they could be obtained regularly.
Mr. Hill, on being asked if Jubilee did
not suffer from rust, admitted if planted
out and rust was around, the variety was
sure to catch it ; but rust was not now the
bugbear it once was. He believed lime
sifted through a bag had a benefii^ial
effect. Both Messrs. D >rner and Hill
are non-believers in syringing, while the
home growers did not seem to endorse the
idea.
C. W. Johnson, who grew Mr. Rudd's
Jubilee, planted it in the house June 29;
the soil at first was too light, so he
pounded it, and found that beneficial. He
USPS sulphide of potassium for rust.
Among the dealers present the question
of selling high grade flowers was discussed.
F. Benthv said the difficulty here was that
one day flowers might be obtained and not
the next. Such flowers would sell if a
regular sunply could be had.
C. A. Samuelson was of the same
opinion. The few he had been able to get
at 60 cents per dozen retailed at $1.20.
Fragrance In a flower is very important,
as well as keeping qualities.
A question as to fertilizers being asked,
Mr. Hill thought highly of Clay's sheep
manure; he thought much good was
obtained through the use of manures in
stiffening stems. Mr. Dorner used nothing
but weak manure water — a mixture of
cow and hen manure fermented with bone
and horn shavings; u=ed this weak, say
every two weeks. He always added a
little salt. Edgar Sanders.
Carnations at American Institute
The show of novelties at the meeting of
the Farmer's Club, American Institute,
on Tuesday afternom last, was a decided
success, there being over twenty ex-
hibitors. Among the novelties in carua
tions were some exhibited for the flr.-i
time. The judges, as announced last
week, were Messrs. C. H. Alien, Ernst
Asmus and Wm. I. Brower; and the judg-
ing was done under the scale of points ol
the American Ciruatton Society. N'
plants were shown, so 10 points were iie
ducted from the total. There wou'd have
been a much larger display of standarr
varieties, but for the cloudy weather pre-
ceding the exhibition.
Dailledouze Bros., Flatbush, received a
certificate for their seedling No. 3; e
chaste variety, which scored the full num
her of points. The color is afascinatm
one, a delicate blush on a white groui d
shading gradually to a deeper salmon hi
the center, which lights up the whole
bloom ; the stem la rigid and lengthy, the
flower of good siz», the form being perffct,
and the fragrance is very pronounced.
This charming variety captivated the
ladies present, by whom it was greatly |
admired. The same firm showed Bay
Ridge, and a scarlet seedling No. 8; also
grand vases of Helen Keller and Lizzie
McGowan, the latter being especially fine.
Chas. H. Allen had a magnificent vase
of Scott.
E. Leavitt, Stamford, Conn., staged
Mrs. A. T. Plummer, a fine scarlet seed-
ling; It scored 79 points, losing on fra-
grance. Mr. Leavittalso put up some Span-
ish varieties. The petals of these are very
deeply fringed.
C, Besold, Mineola. staged a large vase
of Mrs. Joost and Nero. These scored 79
and 55 points respectively, the latter fall-
ing short in color and calyx.
Victor, a sport from Daybreak, was ex-
hibited by Hugh Gr.iham, Philadelphia.
The flowers wer* not so good as we have
seen them. Daj light, exiiibited by Joseph
Towell, Paterson, N J., was, in the opin-
ion of the judges, identical with Victor
It was staged in fine form. Mayor Pin
gree, after its long jonrney from Detroit,
Mich., appeared in excellent condition and
does the exhibitors, Breltmeyer & Sons,
much credit.
Gaiety, Saginaw and Amtzinwere ex-
hibited by Albeit Hake, Mau.-hester, Pa
J. N. May. Summit. N. J , had Maud Dean
and Lily Dean. B )th these were greatly
admired, being in excellent shape. This
exhibitor also put up a vase of President
Carnot roses.
A. Herrington, Madison, N J., made a
grand showing of caraations, Storm
King, Daybreak, Mrs. Duhme. Albertini,
Princess May (English) and Church
Warden (English) ihelattertwoof remark
able size. He also contributed a spray of
mignonette with nine spikes of bloom, all
rf great a'z' and vigor; also a vase of
N. reissue Hnrsfeldii.
Harrison Q ilnby, Parslppany, N. J,, put
up a vase ot Minnie Cook of great merit.
A cultural certificate was awarded to
this fine variety, with which Mr. Quinby
appears to have first rate success. As he
grows it, it is a very taking flower.
^ In violets, Ferd. Boulon, Sea Cliff, N. Y.,
received a certificate for Princess of Wales,
a most exquisite lot of violets, with stems
10 inches long and blooms nearly 2 inches
in diameter; bunches of Luxonne and
California came frrm the same exhibitor.
George Siltford, Rhinebeck, N. Y., exbib-
it-^d the new pink violet, Mrs. J. J. Astor.
F. G. Mense, Glen Cove, L I., put up
two large bunches of Marie Louise— one
lot grown in cold frames and the other in-
itoors ; both were superb.
John Lewis Childs, Floral Park, L.I. ,
showed Antirrhinum majus alba (very fine)
and Amaryllis aulica platvnetala.
John White, Elizabeth, N. J., exhibited
his variegated leaved canna, John White,
for which a certificate of merit was
awarded. From plants in a number of
small pots It was proven that the variety
comes true from seed.
Julius Roehrs, Carlton Hill, N. J., made
a nice exhibit of tulips, hyacinths and
Narcissus Golden Spur, In pans.
Messrs. Siebrecht & Son had palms in
variety.
Cultural certificates were awarded to
Messrs John N. May, Chas. H. Allen, H.
Quinby, Breitraeyer&Sons. Hugh Giaham,
Jos. Towell. Dailledouze Bros., A Her-
rington, C. Besold, F. G. Mense, and special
mention made of the displays of E. Leavitt,
Ernst Asmus, (Carnot rose), John Lewis
Childs.
There was a large attendance, both of the
trade and general public at the afternoon
meetinf , at which C. L. Allen, C. H. Allen.
Henrv Bird, J White, A. Harrington, J
Withers, A. Wallace and J F. J.^hn-oi
As spring approaches and the days
lengthen, we have many mild, sunshiny
ones. Embrace all such opportunities to
give plenty ot air; open the doors and
ventilators wide that the freest possible cir-
cul-ition may be obtained. There are not
many plants -which require as much fresh
air to bring them to perfection as does
the carnation. We have ample evidence of
this fact on all sides of us. Take, for in-
stance, any locality so situated that the
atmosphere tor the most part is -warm and
sultry. While such plants as coleus, can-
n,as, geraniums, terns and palms may flour-
ish, yet the carnation when planted here
i\'ill lag behind. Contrast such a locality,
then, with one where fresh breezes are
constantly blowing, and where the atmos-
phere is cool; a most decided ditference
will readily be noticed. While most of the
ited
y great extent here, yet the carnation
will be perfectly at home and thrive apace,
proving conclusively that fresh air is the
greatest factor in bringing it to perfection.
I believe that fully one-half of the fail-
ures and partial failures in the greenhouse
are directly due to a lack of fresh air. The
ventilators should not only be attended to
regularly during day time, but also during
the night. The night man should have
particular instructions to have some venti-
1-ation on whenever the thermometer out-
side stands above freezing.
Those who have kept their plants rather
wet or warm and have not given plenty of
ventilation, doubtless notice that on every
bright day their plants droop over badly,
causing them to have the appearance of
being very dry at the roots. Usually spray-
ing is resorted to to freshen them up.
When plants are in this condition, spraying
is not only not beneficial but is a positive
injury. This condition has been brought
heat, or by lack of ventilation. Either of
these will produce about the same results,
viz., cause the plants to grow soft and
show an entire absence ot that stiffness ot
stem so much desired in the carnation, and
without which there is little probability of
the flowers bringing remunerative prices.
Those -ft'ho have not practiced overhead
watering the past winter, should not be
in a hurry to begin it. The carnation does
not delight in shower baths until the
w-eather becomes positively warm, and it
IS impossible to keep the temperature in
to ;
able 1
up a clean stock of varieties' which are
affected with rust. If the foliage has been
kept dry, and the houses well ventilated,
rust will have confined itself almost entire-
ly to the lower portions of the plants,
leaving the tops quite clean. Select only
such pips as show themselves to be ab-
solutely clean, and which are not in touch
with any outhreakings of rust. Care must
be taken in removing pips that the hands
do not come in contact with the spores and
thus transfer them to the pips.
Removing the pips from the plants will
require the be.st efforts of a person whose
eyesight is keen, and whose judgment will
enable him to intelligently draw the line
between those pips which give promise of
being clean, and those which appear unsafe
to take. Remember, this selection, it well
done, is the first correct step in attaining
the desired result.
Before putting the pips or cuttings in the
sand, carefully strip off the lower leaves,
so that none will rest
absolutely necessary,
exist (and there are si
are most likely to be
near the bottom, and
moistur
m the sand. Thie ia
for if any spores
,re to be some) they
on the lower leaves
Ihere resting onthe
I give to the spores the one great
eces'ary to germinate them, viz.:
If the cuttings are thus trimmed,
ind ihe propagating house kept cool and
ivell ventilated, so that the cuttings may
li-y off rapidly after being watered, the re-
maining spores will find it very difficult
ivork to germinate.
The conditions which cause rust to flour-
ish having been removed, there is no other
course left it but to die out. A tew spores
may germinate, and as soon as noticed,
should be removed; but the majority under
this treatment will perish from lack of
moisture.
.\fter the cuttings are taken from the
sand, the lower leaves should be again re-
moved, if they are likely to touch the soil
after being boxed off; and the same pre-
cautiona taken as regards ventilation ana
ing.
tut, will eradicate rust.
Only in the cases of red spider and rust
would 1 recommend the trimming ot cut-
tings. In these two cases it is a necessity,
aiside from this I regard it as an injury.
The only advantage derived from it is that
it allows of the cuttings being placed closer
together in the sand. Careful observations,
however, have convinced me that the space
thus economized does not compensate tor
the loss ot vitality the cutting sustains in
having a portion ot its foliage removed.
The foliage, I believe, is recognized by most
authorities as being the principal source ot
nourishment for the cutting until it has be-
come rooted. It this is true (and my own
experience seems to sustain this idea), the
injurious effects of this treatment become
all the
appar
I neglected to st
week that any who
will find the salt w
feclive remedy for i
pest.
in my
troubled with snails
solution a most et-
wholesale destroying
nkDMJlTinUQ --DELLA FOX AND.,
UAnNAIIUno annie h. lonsdal
from reliable parties
The F=i-orists' Exchange.
243
Famous Carnation Delia Fox
Slioulil tie gro-mn toy everybody. The past season must have taught all
growers that the high-ffride Carnations are the only ones that were profitable,
and Delia Fox stands above them all for size, color and stems. Kooted cuttings
now ready. MVEBS & SABITMAN, Wyndmoor, Chestnut Hill, Fhila.
ROOTED ClRllilTIOIIGUTTIIIGl
Scott and Portia.
$1 26 i>er 100; $10.00 per 1000.
Daybreak.
Sl.M per 100; $12.50 per 1000.
Lizzie McGowan,
$1.00 per 1011; $8.00 per lOCO.
THE BOOL FLORAL CO., Ithaca, N. Y.
IHERR'S CflPHTIONS. I
YOU RUN NO RISK.
Varieties. - McGowan, Alaska, Ivory,
Harrison's White, Scott, Daybreak, Abundance.
Triumph, Bridesmaid Delia Fo.x, Victor, Emma
Wocher Portia, Fred Dorner, Cartledge, Wave,
lago. Crimson Sport, Buttercup, Eldorado,
Keller and Armnzindy.
Pansies. Smilax. Violets.
ALBERT M.HERR, LB. 496, Lancaster, Pa.
LOOK HERE.
Carnation Cuttings
McGowan, Portia, %\:,
William Scolt, L.
$10 per 1000
Daybreak. Anna Webb. Mrs. Fisher, Alaska. Albertini,
Tidal Wave, Storm King, Bouton d'Or. Bridesmaid,
Emily Pierson, $1.60 per lOO; $12.60 per lOOO.
Delia Fox, Ivory, Gold Finch, $4 per 100.
Fellow's New Red. Flower tvirlce the size of
Portia, same color and fine shape, $3.00 per 100.
Order of 50i) cuttings filled at lOOO rates, not
less than 100 of a kind. Cash with order.
JAMES E. BEACH,
Successor to J. H. Beach & Son,
617 Park Ave., Bridgeport, Conn.
Hard Times Are Going ! Good Times Are Coming !
25,000 Sold. 25,000 Standing for Sale.
. 8weerbrier, nillinni Scott
, Loin .r. Hnplleland Thoilia
: IIO.OO r
VIOLETS-Swnnley ^VhUe, 2«-ln. pots. »250
per 100; Californln. ".\4-m. pots. I1.T5 per 100;
rRinpbflland Louise. liO eta. per 100. by mail.
COLEUS-Golden BeilderandVerschnirellil,
»1.00 per 100. 10 leading varieties, my selection. 70
A LYSSnni-Giunt Double, from i
ner 100. by mall.
In wi^hiuK CaroationB sent by mail.adi
100. When sent I
paid, you run i:
risk. Terms, cash, C.
E.J.CLOUD, Avondale, Pa.
I. li. 32.
M/HCN WRITINa MENTION THE rtORISTS* EXCHANGE
mil
Rooted cuttings of tlie new Seedling
Carnation, originated by Mr. H. A.
Cook, of Shrewsbury, Mass., grown
by the subaoriber, and now being
put upon the luarliet as ... .
...NIVEA...
ELDORADO
Rooted cuttings, $2.00 per 100; $15.00 per jooo.
LADY CAMPBELL VIOLETS.— Rooted runners,
GIANT D3UBLE ALYSSUIVI.-$i,oo per 100; $8.00
'°°°' Send for Circular.
W. R. SHELMIRE, Avondale, Pa.
■UTTIX
Healthy, strnnB, and well rooted, the follow
iirieties: Anna Webb. Helen Keller. D^iybrf
Brldesni»id.|2 00per 100; tl5.00 per 1000. Golddncb.
Uean Hole. Annie Lonsdale. (1.00 per 100: (25.00 per
1000. Delia Foi. (4.00 per 100. Scott. Portia and
Sweetbrler. (1.25 per 100; (10 00 per 1000. McGowan.
»1.00 per 100; (8 00 per 1000. Victor, pink eporl (mm
Daybreak, originated with Hugh Oraham. (10 00 per
100; (2 00perdO2.
A Liberal Discount on Large Lots ; 2B0 at 1000 Rates.
CHRYSANTHEHIUMSln new and standard
"'cash wlfh™Ord'^rf''""'"'
JOHN HACKETT & CO., 62d near Elmwood Ave. PHILA
WHEN WRnriNG MENTION THE FLORISTS'
GOOD TIMES
will come if you jrrow jrood carnations. Your
customers want the best flowers, and we can
sell you the best varieties to produce them.
Per 100 Per 1000
Morello. new scarlet, extra fine $1000 $75.00
Flora Hill, white, large and tree 18.00 lOO.iiO
Mrs. McBurney, liiiht pink, large.... 12.00 100.00
Harrison's White. Sport from Scott.. 10 00
Mayor Pingree, yellow, large, free. . . 10.00 75.1 0
Mrs. Duhme, clear pink, free, early. 10.00 75 00
Mrs. Bradt, white, marked scarlet.. 1(1.00 75.00
C. A. Dana, shell pink, dne 12.00
LilyDean, white, marked pink 10.00 75 00
Maud Dean, white, blush center 10.00 75.00
Ivory, very productive, white SOU 25.U0
Delia Fox, beautiful pink 400 3.6.10
Jubilee, large, scarlet 600 50.00
Also large stock of standard varieties. Send
for complete list.
GEO. HANCOCK & SON, Grand Haven, Mich.
CARNATIONS
Mrs. CLas. H. Dulime, delicate
pink |10 |75
Mrs, Geo M. Bradt, white,
striped scarlet 10 75
C. A. Dana, shell pink 10 75
Flora Hill, white 12 100
Mrs. McBumey, salmon pink. . . 12 100
Mayor Pingree, yellow 10 75
Morello, scarlet 10 75
Maud Dean, blush 10 75
Lily Itean, white, striped pink. . 10 75
Harrison's White, white 10 70
If not already received send for our price
list, which contains all the leading standard
varieties at moderate prices.
F. DORNER & SONS CO., La Fayette, Ind.
.dy
SOO;
«I0.00 per 100; «3.5.00 pi
AGO.OO per 1000.
DATBREAK, .SCOTT, STORM KING,
PURITAN, METEOR, GOLDFINCH,
HECTOR, ALBERTINI, and others,
fl.25 per 100; $10.00 per 1000.
A. W.HOYLE, Spencer, Mass.
And 51 Withlngton St., Sta. O,
DOBCUBSTBB, MASS.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORIST'S CXCHANOE
Eve[gToiii,M am Harry
raises red, white and pink Carna-
tions; consequently you will meet
with much competition if you do
the same.
Raise something else ; for InRtance,
yEiiow aor^-^
I VIIIIE&IITED VBRIEnES.
They are Money Makers.
Minnie Cook.
Kiltv Clo
Kulalie.
(■ From Soil.
) $3.00 per 100; $25.00 per 1
innle. rooted cuttings $5.00
1000. Krom soil, $6.00 per
GRALLERT & CO.
COLMA, SAN MATEO CO., CAL
NO RUST.
WHEN WRrriNO MENTION THE FLORISTS" EXCHANGE
THE CARNATION NOVELTIES,
MAYOR PINGREE iND MORELLO
other new sorts, also noted introductions, and well-known standards.
Our Fiue New Illustrated Catalogue Now Keady. FKEE.
DAN'L B. LONG,
Jobbing Florist and Growers' Agent, BUFFALO, N. Y.
SEEDLING CARNATIONS for 1897.
I Plnk.snesrlTandc
CAPT. KING. 7„Cers\iri,'x'
JOSEPH JEFFERSON. c„l«We7e..b,iu>Tb-os.C»rt,ed«e.
Seal For Wholosile List of Mew >id StJtdwd CMnitloM. Btoei Dtiong Ml Etiltiy. MO RUST.
C. J. PENNOCK, The Pines, KENNETT SQUARE, PA.
Harrison's
White.
m
strong, vigorous grower, requiring
no support.
Described and illustrated In Florists
Exchange, Nov, 21. page 1044.
COME AND SEE IT.
JOHN HARRISON,
739 Bergen iv6.,.^.?;:S
JERSEY CITY, N. J
NEW YELLOW
CARNATION-^
MAYOR PINGREE
Ready Now. $1.50 Per Doz.; $10 Per 100; $75 Per 1000.
-FOR SALE BY-
JOHN BREITMEVER I SONS, THE GOTTIGE GIBDENS,
Miami and Gratiot Aves., DETROIT, MICH. QUEENS, L. 1.
244
The Plorists' Exchange.
The Ntvea Carnation.
I desire to state that since I oritinated
this seedling three years ago, I have grown
it for my own exclusive use, selling only
the cut blooms. I have not at any time,
up to the present, made any sale of plants
or cuttings, or given authority to any
PRIMROSES FOR EiSTER I p^„Ts';i,o'v«rd''4iVi
larfje, fringed, pure wlilte bluom, at. $5.00^per 100.
uiiis. Beeon'ias and CoieUB at S^.OO. Volpui
CutliuCB, 50 ct». P. O. 01 Ex. M. u. with orrter.
MRS. M. CAVANAUUa. Millers rarners, N. Y.
WHEN WRmwC MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
Alternantheras, Begonias and Geran urns.
Alt
aa, A.
,, P. Majo
Beffonia« Tburstonl, &0c. h doz ; B. Argentea Gut-
tata, 40c. a doz.; Mixed Varieties. 40c. a doz.
Gpranfums* Mt. Snow. 50c. a doz : Paul Bruant,
«2.60 a 100; »18.00 a 1000; Mrs. Parker, mc. a doz.;
Mme. aaller..!, (Oc. a doz : »3.00 a ICO.
Tbese are all extra fine grown plants, and ready
for 4 inf h pots.
)WIN, Newark, Ohio.
GREEN AS CRASS
IQaiiiniotli VemeDas
Itooted Cuttings, in separate colors. Per 100, 80c.:
per lOJO. V 50.
Cash with Order.
FRANK S. PAYNE, Barnard Crossing, N.Y.
GERANIUMS!
.Nutt. out
100: 4 inch
pot plants, extra strong, $6.00 per 100.
DORMANT CANNAS. Mme. Crozy, $2.00 per
100, Une ; mixed, $2.01) per 100.
CUTTINGS of Daybreak, Wm. Scott, Mc-
Gownn, Portia Carnations, $1 00 per 100, tree
HARRISII LILIES, fine plants. Sots, per bud.
PAUL MADER, East StFondsljnrg, Pa.
WHEN WHmwO MtHTiOM TMt HOBI«T'« exCH«H08
ROOTED CUTTINGS, ca,.. price.
AH transplanted in soil;
by mall; t6 00
Caruatlona, Seottand McQowan.-II.OO per 100,
jy mall; f S.OO per lOOO, by express.
VIoleta, Lady H. Cainpbell.-Strong, well-rooted
unners, by mail. 75c. per 100; W 00 per 1000.
CttryNaiubeniumg.— Finest standard varieties,
11.50 per 100
-Each 11.50 per 100.
Feverfew,— Dwarf Gem, Sweet Alyssum. double
"cao'na,' Florence Vaugbao.-|5.00 per 100.
;. FRYER, Railroad Ave. antl Hill St., Brooklyn, N.Y.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS* EXCHANGE
VERBENA KINO
5000 for $25.00 ; 10.000 tor $45.00, express prepaid.
No Rust or Mildew. Satisfaction guaran-
teed in every way. We are THE LARGEST
VERBENA GROWERS IN THE WORLD.
PETUNIAS.
Hooted cuttings, Dreer's and Hender-
son's latest strains; the finest on earth. $1.25
per lOU; $10.00 per lOOO, express prepaid.
C. HUMFELD, Clay Center, Kansas.
per 100 per 1000
GERANIUMS, choice named, $ 1 .50 $ I 2.50
VERBENAS, " .75 6.00
COLEUS, 30 varieties, - .60 5.00
HELIOTROPE, 3 " - - 1.00 8.00
AGERATUM,Dwarf,whiteandblue75 6.00
CHRYSANTHEMUMS, 20 finest
standard varieties. - - 1.0 12...0
TERMS: Cash with order.
CHAS. E. SMITH,
Cor. Jefferson and .Jackson Aves., YORK, PA
Trade List for 1897
FREE ON APPLICATION.
SEAWANHAKA GREENHOUSES
Oyster Bay, L. I., N. Y.
CARNATIONS
strong, healthy rooted cuttings.
LIZZIE McGOWAN, l S1.25 per 100 ;
WM. SCOTT, - ■] $10.00 per 1000.
&UG.DENKER,Secaucus,HuilsonGo.NJ.
WHEN WnrTING MENTION THE FLOHISTS' EXCHANGE
2000 fflcCowan. 3000 Scott,
4000 CAMPBELL VIOLETS, $4.00. Not old
divided crowns.
150 CINERARIAS, ready for 6 inch pots,
T. HrNORfoN. Hightstown. N. Y.
WHEN WRITINO MENTION THE ruORISTS' tXCHANOt
Carnations, Etc.
HIGH GRADE ROOTED CUTTINGS.
Write for price list.
H. WEBHR & SONS,
p. O. Box 67, OAKLAND, Md.
pARNATI0N5.
Good healthy Stock.
Qrown Cool...
Wm. Scott..
$1
Daybreak 1 25
E. A. Wood 1 25
Portia 1 00
Uncle John 1 00
Goldflnch 1 26
Prepaid by express when cash with order.
Mme. Crozy Canna, $2.60 per 100.
G. S. BiTTIN, South Charleston Ohio.
NEW
SCARLET
CARNATION
(HILI,)
We have grown Robin Hood two winters: it
gave uB 44 blooms to the plant; it is the most
rapid growing Carnation to date; full crop at
Xmas. 3 inch blooms; the coming light Scarlet
Carnation. Try a few plants, it does well for
us, why not for you. We have 3000 strong
healthy cuttings left at 9,«.oo per looonly.
(prepaid). Cash with order.
MORRIS FLORAL CO.
Morris, Illinois,
DOUBLE PETUNIAS.
35 varieties from 3-inch pots, per 100, $4.00.
P.r 100.
Gerauluma, 24 choice double and »lD|;le
AbutlioUB, white, scarlet, yellow, and
Greviilea Kobuma, 3 and 3 feel b
100. «5.00 and M 00.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
rooted, Benj. Giroud, Marq. de Montmort, M.
Henderson, Mrs. W. H. Rand, .vlerrj Monarch.
F. Pullman, Glory of the faolflc. MayOower,
RIoaldo W. W. Coles. Mrs. P Palmer. Maud
Ue.in, Pink Ivory. Krmlnllda. Miss M. M.
Johnson, Helen Bloodgood. .Mrs. H. McK.
»2.C0 per 100. The Queen. C. CDal-
fant. Maj. Bonnaffon. '
GEORGE J. HUGHES, Berlin, N.J.
> MENTION THE FLORIST'S CXCHANOC
The New Scarlet Carnation
IVIORELLO
will be disseminated March 1, 1897. Get your orders
in now. $1.50 per IZ "
$7S.OO per
HOPP&LEMKE,
|CHAS'.l5lEBERTi
ITS A GOOD THING
MINNIE COOK
Get your stock now at tiome, where you
know you are getting selected stock.
S3.00 per loo; $2S.oo per lOoo.
Meadow View Greenhouses, fas3iffai?7,».j
•Tte FIORIPT'9 exCH«lm
JOSEPH RENARD, Unionville, ^'ct'^ Pa.
FINE HEALTHY
CARNATION CUTTINGS.
From Sand. $8 00 per lOOO.
From Flats, $1000 per 1000.
Scott, McGowan, Portia.
Cash with Order.
A. ROTHAAR & SON,
654 Central Ave., JilCOOKLYN, N. Y.
WHEN WnmNO MENTION THE FLOMISTr EXCHANGE
Healthy Carnation Cuttings.
COOL GROWN.
Lillian Abbe and I
W. S. NICUOL. Prop.
CARHATIOH AND COLEUS CUTTINGS.
Delia Koi, Eldo
Geranlum». 2Mln. pot.t2 00 p-rlOO.
4'oleuH. no mealy bUK, Verscbaffeltli and Colden
B. dder, $1 00 per 100. Cash orsatlsfactory reference.
CEO. M. EMMANS, Newton, N.J.
iGROWSfeS^LLsl
BALTIMORE
A New Pink Carnation. Color of Craig,
large, tight, fragrant ; stiff stem, good keeper.
Ready January 25. Rooted Cuttings,
SI. 50 per doz.; StO.OO per 100.
CONRAD HESS,
329 Friendship Ave.. BALTIMORE, MD.
Carnation Cuttings
Strong and well rooted, of the following var-
ieties: Jubilee, Triumph, Armazindy, Alaska,
Bridesmaid, Dean Hole. Goldfinch, Lizzie
McGowan, Mme. Albertini, Meteor, Peachblow,
Rose Queen, Silver Spray, Wm. Scott, Uncle
PRIMULAS, 2>^ inch, $2.00 per 100.
Send for list and prices on large lots.
Logan Ave. Greenhouses, - DanviHe, III.
Carnations!
(Rooted cuttings now ready.)
Mayor Pingree, Meteor, McGowan, Day-
tireak, Scott, Portia, and other good ones.
Good Health/ ^ f\ C C C 'O' Spring
Stock Ix \J 9 b O Delivery.
Send for price list.
CUT ROSES and CARNATIONS always in tlock.
H. DALE - - Brampton, Ont.
ROOTED CUTTINGS.
CARNATIONS.
Mrs. Chas. Duhme (Dorner '92).
Mrs. Geo. M. Bradt (Dorner '93).
ll.SOperdoz.; $10perlOO; $75 per 1000.
Lily Dean (May), Maud Dean (May).
$2.00 per doz. ; |10 per 100; $75 per 1000.
Per 100 Per 1(X)0
10.00
Wm. Scott
Lizzie McGowan ....
Daybreak & Storm King
Portia & T. Wave . . .
Mrs. Fisher
Meteor
Eldorado
Alaska & Anna Webb . 1.50 12.50
Thos. Cartledge .... 1.50 12.50
EDW. J. TAYLOR,
TKEM9: Wholesale Carnation Grower.
Caah or Reference. SODTHPOET, CONN.
1. 00
I 00
ISO
1. 10
125
ISO
12.50
20,000 DELIA FOX CARNATIONS 20,000
de VOECHT & de WILDE, - Wilmington, Del.
NEW WHITE
CARNATION . .
"ONTARIO"
A money maker ; prolific in bloom ; good grower, and free from disease.
$8.00 per ICO; $50.00 per I COO.
New Rose WHITE BOUGERE,
a sport from the old variety "Bougere," a prolific bloomer, good grower and clear
white in color. Just the thing where a florist needs a good supply of white roses.
Per dozen, $3.00; per 100, $I2.00; per lOOO, $IOO.
JOHN H. DUNLOP, - - Toronto, Canada.
The F=i-orists* Exchange.
245
Boston.
S. W. TwoMBLT, of this city, presented
a bsaatltul Boral design to President
MeKinley at the Inauguration, as has been
his custom at the Inauguration of repub-
lican presidents for twenty years or more.
The design in this instance comprised an
artistically arranged collection of acacia,
white lilac, hybrid and other roses, mig-
nonette, and violets, backed by galax and
white carnations, and finished with Far-
leyense fern, all arranged in a circular
form 4 feet in diameter. In the center was
the seal and coat of arms of Massachusetts
Mr. Twombly's son, W. A. Twombly, ac-
companied the design to Washington.
J. H. Rolker, manager of the foreign
branch of the Massachusetts Benefit Life
Association, was on Tuesday elected presi-
dent of the company. He Is a member of
the family so well known to the florists of
the country.
There is not much to offer on the busi
ness situation differing from last week,
though it Is in some lines and with some
dealers Improving, and nearly all the re-
tailers report some busy days. S'ock con-
tinues plentiful, at moderate prices.
The Lily DUeue.
Complaints from the Illy growers are
very general this year, many having lost
50 per cent, of their bulbs from disease.
One grower alone Informs me that he has
thrown out In the vicinity of 4.500 bulbs,
many of which had set buds and looked
very promising up to a short time before
they were condemned. The total looses
would run up into many thousand plants,
and to the uninitiated it would appear that
a great scarcity of lilies at Easter Is in-
evitable. The more experienced, however,
say there is no danger but there will be
enough to go around, and that when the
time comes they will appear in the market
in large and small lots from all quarters
It this proves true, we can only consider
with dread the glut we would have had If
all that had been planted had turned out
well.
W. J. Kennedy, manager of the Flower
Market, returned Wednesday from a trip
to New York and Philadelphia.
Mr. Becker, of Cambridge, is bringing
Que lot of plants along for Easter, his lilies
being exceptionally strong and healthy.
Nephrolepis exaltata bostoniensis is re-
ceiving its full share of attention and look;-
very promising.
An important business change is a1
to be made on Beacon st. Welch Brothers
have given up their old store at N
which has been their headquarters
many years, and which, since the opening
of the City Hall Flower Market, a fei
months ago, they have used for their floris
supply business, and also as a retail cui
flower department. They have now moved
the supply business to the Province st
market, and no retail orders will be re
celved. On the 30th of this month Juliu
Zinn, who has been for fifteen years with
Newman— for several years as manager-
will open a retail store at No. 2 Bea-
con St.
A complimentary dinner was tendered
to Ed. Hatch on Friday afternoon by a few
of his many friends among the florists and
growers of this vicinity. It occurred at
the Hotel Savoy, and was an unusuallj
pleasant affair and participated In by sev-
eral prominent members of the professiou
from a distance. In addition to local talent.
Among the visitors were Messrs. Scott, oi
Buffalo; Graham, of Cleveland; Rudd,
of Chicago, and Smith, of Adrian, Mich
These gentlemen, after attending the meet-
ing of the Executive Committee of the S.
A. F. in Providence, spent a day or two in-
specting the points of interest in this vi-
cinity.
Among the Bostonians who attended the
annual banquet of the Providence Club on
Wednesday evening were Messrs. W. J.
Stewart. M'chael Norton, Jackson Daw-
son, F. W. Fletcher and E. A. Wood.
W. K W.
FINE FERNS. ^-^
strong^, bushy plants of best varieties,
P. cristata, P. hastuta, P. cretica albo-
llneata, A. Pnbescens, P. serrulata,
P. adiantlfulia, and a few others.
JOHN WELSH YOUN&, Germantown, Pa.
Galax Leaves.
CHAS. H. RICKSECKER, Linvllle, N. C.
tDIINTyM CUNmUM.
SIEBRECHT & SON,
Tho Lareeat and Fln»s« Colleotlon of
EASTER PLANTS. s
Hydrangeas^ Lilies, Kentias, Arecas,
Latan'as, Dracsnas.
Also the BOSXON FEIIIU (N. Exaltata
Bostoniensis) at from $6 to $20 per 100.
Now ready, a fine lot of SPECIMEN PLANTS
of Kentiap, Belmoreaiia, and Forsteriaoa, 4 to
6 feet high . at from $7 to $10 each.
Also GERANIUMS, HELIOTROPES, and R
general assortment of small plants for Easter
trade. Cash with order.
I WM. A. BOCK,
North Cambridge, Mass.
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Nephrolepis Exaltata Bostoniensis.
In Lirge and small quantities for Spring delivery, from |40.00
to $80.00 per 1000. Mine is tlie gpiiuine stoclt.
FRED. C. BECKER, 1730 Cambridge Street, CAMBRIDGE, MASS.
) per 100
rie Louise Violets '
per 100, Marie Louise Violet runners, trans-
planted, good, healthy stock, 50c. per lljii;
$4.00 per 1000.
Caladlum Bulbs, S to 7 in., 11.60 per 100.
Carnation, Geranium, Golclen
Bedder and Verschafteltll Colens
CuttlnffS, SI. 00 per lull, free by mail.
Cash with Order.
EVERITT & INSALL, Hackettstown, N.J.
MOSS AND BOUQUET GREEN.
We offer you fine moB9 at the f oIIowIdb prlcefl :
Green Sphagnum, SOcts.bbt.; 10 bbls.for $4.0C
Sheet Mass, - - - - '- $1.00 bb.
Bouquet Green (Fresh picked) - - 2.00 "
s'tnctly cadi with order.
A. LUSBY & CO., 2 II 6 Diamond St., Phila,
FICUS ELASTICA
4 inch pots, lo to 12 inches in height.
^3.50 per dozen, $25 per 100.
ANDORRA NURSERIES
Harper. Manager. CHESTNUT HILL, PHILA., PA.
SPKCIALTIES:
Specimen Ornamental Trees,
Hardy Rhododendrons and Azaleas.
FINE STOCK OF PALMS
ARECA lUTESCENS
7 in., I plant in pot, 36 in —
7 in., I plant in pot. 40 to 48 i
KENTIA BELMOREANA
strong Home-Grown Plants.
5 in., .0 to 22 in. high .5. c.>
5 ill., 24 to 30 in. high i so
6 in., 30 to 36 in. high -- 5a
LATANIA BORBONICA
STRONG AND BUSHY.
per 100; 2M in. $3 per 100 ; $2.5 per 1000
with Order.
CHAS. F. BAKER, UUca, N. Y.
NO MtNTION THE rLORISTS- EXCHAWG6
Ferns for Easter.
ASSORTED, 2;, CENTS.
;j^-inch pots. J2.50 per 100, Cash.
EDWIN A. SEIDEWITZ,
ORCHIDS FOR CUTTING.
The Largest and Fin
Agent, A. DIMMOCK, care of Weeber & Do
Seedsmen, 114 Cliamliers St., N. Y. City.
CHEAP PALMS!
2-3 $0 06 «5 50
aln Korbonlcn.
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THE BOSTON DROOPING FERN.
Elejrant Specimen Plants in 6. 7 and 8 Inch DOtfl, at
tvl. »I8. lU. «30 and »36 per dc.z. Plants that will
'^"smai'l plnnts at ti'o. »60. »80 and'$lCO per 1000. $5, »7.
tlO and »15 per 100 Ready now. or orders bonked (or
.luneto August delivery. 50 at 100: 250 at 1000 rate.
HEATH PLANTS.
1000 pliints In Hower and bud. In i and 5 inch pots,
at *2 and J^perdoz. Now ready. Very line plauts.
ROOTED CUTTINGS. DAYBREAK CARNATIONS.
»2 per 100; $15 per 1000.
L. H. FOSTER.
45 KINO ST. - DORCHESTER. MASS.
.join.high, 3fin.bn
PHIENIX RECLINATA
n., ..4t0 3uin.l,igli $1 00
d rrom Top of Pot.
JOSEPH HEACOCK, Wyncote, Pa.
CA I.UTESCBNS. rj in., 24 to ju in. iubi.
All Plants Measured from Top of Pot.
Decorative Plants
ARAUCIRIAS
PALMS
PANDANUS VEITCHII
All sizes. Write for Prices.
JOHN SCOTT,
Keap street Greenhouses, - BROOKI
I WRrriNO MENTION THE rtORISTS* EXCH«N
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OPEN TO ALL FREE TO ALL
Answers Solicited from Tbose Who Know.
(70) l-Ime for Asters.—The lime that I
use is that taken from the kiln and ground
up fine, like coarse flour. It is then put
in bags and used by the plasterers for
their work. It is fresh-burnt, fresh-ground
unslacked lime.
I have used hardwood ashes, "unleached,"
with indifferent results. I do not use
them now. JAMES SEMPLE.
(71) Hot Water Heating.— Last Fall I
put In a boiler of wrought iron containing
24 flues. As it had 2 inch openings for
flows I made inquiry of a steam fltter in
town if a 2-inch pipe would feed six 4 inch
and he answered in the affirmative, so I
used a 2-inch pipe to connect each of the
houses. The boiler (on account of my not
being able to drain the pit) Is so placed
that the returns at the boiler are 15 inches
below the bottom of the boiler ; still I was
told it would work all right, but after
firing I found no circulation. I then wrote
to a boiler firm, and they told me to use
4-inch flows, as a 2-inch pipe could not
feed six 4inch, but 1 had better lower the
boiler. I tapped the boiler on top with a
4-lnch opening, and used that in the rose
house, taking a 2 inch from it through the
rose house into the carnation house, then
dropping it into the 4 inch pipe so that the
carnation or mixed house was fed by two
2 inch pipes. At the same time I saw an
article in the Florists' Exchange, by
Prof. Taft, in which he advised the man
to raise the pipes under such a condition.
This I did as far as possible, but as it was
then December I did not see how I could
do it thoroughly, so let It go, and the
results are that I have burned coal
enough to heat two sets of greenhouses,
without sufficient heat to grow plants
as they ought.
When I purchased the boiler it had but
one 2Ji inch hole on the bottom, and I put
in a 4-lncb hole and did not use the other.
The pipes (returns) are so placed that the
doors open over them. What I would like
to ask is this :
1. If I lower the boiler 15 inches, will It
work as good as on the up-hill plan, using
the return into the rose house as a flow,
lowering the boiler and putting it in a
cement water tight cellar ? I forgot to say
that the flows run upwards 5 feet to escape
doors, then fall to the highest point In the
greenhouses.
2. If I use the up-hill plan will one
4 inch feed both the large houses?
3. Is the boiler large enough to do the
work easily?— A. J. Binlet.
— (1) If I understand your question,
of the two plans proposed, leave the con-
nections of the pipes as they are, with a
down-hill circulation, and sink the boiler,
raising the pipes, also, if possible. The
up-hill arrangement, at best, only applies
to the flow pipes, as no circulation can be
obtained unless there is a fall to the re-
turns. Even though you change the slope
of the pipes so that there will be a rise
at the farther end, the flows being joined
by a header and connected with a single
pipe to the returns, which are similarly
united, only one of the flow pipes will
work, the water, at best, having bat a
slow circulation, and the small flow neces-
sary will make its way through the pipe
that ofifers the least resistance.
I would suggest that you sink the boiler
as proposed and run the present pipes In
the rose and carnation houses as returns,
with a slope towards the boiler. Take out
the pipes running across the ends of the
houses farthest from the heater, so as to
form two distinct coils In each house.
As flow pipes run to each coll in the rose-
house, an overhead 2J< inch supply and
similar 2-inch pipes in the carnation house,
giving them a slight fall, they should be
about two feet below the level of the ridge,
and can be supplied by the 4-lnch main,
which should run along the ends of the
houses at the same height. This can grad-
ually be reduced in size, as each coil is taken
off, until it reaches the farther end of the
shed, where it can be run to the propagat-
ina house as a 2 inch feed.
Unless you wish to use up the 21nch
pipe, it will be better to put In two 2i inch
flows in the carnation house. If this is
done it will be suflScient to leave three re-
turns in the outer coil and two in the
inner. Under the best of conditions I
should not consider the six pipes you now
have in the rosehouse sufiicient to main-
tain a proper temperature, but the addition
of the two 2Jinch flows will correct the
The F=loristsv Exghtinge,
needed heating surface, but it will Im
prove the circulation in the returns.
(2) The 4inch feed will answer for both
houses if used as above, but as stated the
present pipes, being run uphill through
the entire circuit of the house, would
work at all.
(3) Yon do not state the size of the flues,
but I should judge that the boiler Is large
enough to heat the houses with the piping
properly arranged, although using the 4
inch returns a larger size would perhaps
be more economical of fuel.
L. R. Taft.
(72). Wood Ashes for Rosea.- 1 see a
good many articles in your paper about
using wood ashes on roses, but nobody '
stated what quantity, say to the cubic foot
of soil. P. T.
—If your soil lacks the properties which
wood ashes contain, a safe and good pro
portion to use Is one-fortieth. Wood ashes
are not very dangerous, but it used too
freely they have a tendency to keep the
soil from drying out, which will in time
become sour, especially on top. They can
be used to advantage applied as a top
dressing, sprinkling on a trifle heavier
than you would bone flour. H. H.
St. Louis.
The Market.
The arrival of the Lenten season
was accompanied by heavier receipts and
correspondingly lower prices. Trade, up
to Mardi Gras night was good, although
roses were in good demand, the supply
was more than sufficient to fill all orders,
and prices declined consequently. Since
Ash Wednesday, trade among the retail
florists has been very dull, and one would
think that the usual Spring glut had
already settled among us.
Bridesmaid are more plentiful, and are
going at 10c. for fancy to 5c. for seconds.
Meteor are coming in rather dark in color,
with plenty of bullheads among them, and
are ranging in price from 4c. to lOe. for
extra. Bride are looking fine, prices vary-
ing from 8c. for extra to 4o. for seconds.
Perle were plentiful, and range in price
from 3c. to 6c. for fancy. La France are
still very scarce as regards quality, and
are selling at from 4c. to 8c. Beauty are
arriving in fine shape, and are readily sell-
ing for 25c. for fancy to 6c. for extreme
short stock. Wootton are plentiful, sell-
ing at from 3c. to 6e. for fancy stock.
The carnation market was very good last
week. However, receipts were heavy and
prices dropped accordingly. Prices ranged
from Ic. to 2o. for fancy, valley was scarce
at 3c. to 4c.; Harrlsil lilies were plentiful,
selling at from Sc. to 6o. Callas, good
stock, were bringing 8c. to lOc.
Home-grown single violets sell at lOo. to
15c.; California, 40c ; doubles, 50c. per 100.
Southern violets were plentiful, and sell
ing anywhere from $1 to $2 per box. Dafo-
dils. Be; southern Trumpet Majors, 50e.
per 100. Romans at 2c.; Dutch hyacinths
at 8c. C. G. F.
C. G. Fleckensteln, wholesale commis-
sion merchant, was married March 2 to
Miss Olga, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wil-
liam Schaefer.
Chicago.
state of Trade.
So far Lent is lessening the demand
and prices are dropping, with Increased
supplies. Roses will not go above $4 to
$6 ; carnations, $1 to $2.
Visitors in town were E. G. Hill, J. A.
Evans and Fred. Dorner, Jr.,from Indiana
Charles Dannacher, Davenport, la.; George
Souster, Elgin, 111.; W. P. Craig, Phila-
delphia; W. L. Morris, Des Moines, Xa.,
American Dahlia Society.
The annual meeting of the American
Dahlia Society will be held at Hotel
Hanover, Twelfth and Arch sts., Phila-
delphia, Pa., on Wednesday evening,
March 17, 1897, at 8 o'clock. It is hoped
there will be a full attendance, as several
matters of importance are to be brought
up for the action of the Society, besldf s
the election of officers for the ensuing^
year. The schedule of prizes for the an-
nual September exhibition will also be
finally passed upon at this meeting.
Lawrbncb K. Peacock,
Secretary.
Decorative Effect of Trees and
Shrubs in Winter.
roughout the year, in going from
J to the scene of my daily work, I
through what is to me a very in-
ng part of the Arnold Arboretum. I
feel qu
all
lamiliar with the arboretum will agree
that the avenue leading from Forest Hills
to the superintendent's house and propa-
gating grounds, which has in the last year
sprung into such public prominence on ac-
count of its plantation o£ specimen lilacs
(.stretching for an eighth of a mile and
showing more than one hundred and twen-
ty disUnct varieties), is one of the most
beautitui sections in our Boston public
park system. Not only is this true auring
the spring and summer months, but the
year round, and it is from a daily walk
through this section of the arboretum that
I first learned to observe and to appreciate
the beauties of the trees and shrubs that
withstand our changeable New England
climate. Birches, viburnums, cornels, li-
gustrums, iorsythia, wild roses and a host
of other beautiful trees and shrubs which
are springing into favor on account of their
good qualities the year round are plalited
individually and collectively along the bor-
ders of the avenue, and it is not surpris-
ing that people are continually attracted by
the fascinations of the scenery.
It is not my object to speak at length
upon winter scenery from an artistic point
DUld
thi!
branch of my subject, but before I go on
to enumerate the plants which stand out
prominently I would like to draw your at-
tention to what makes our woody plants so
valuable in creating good effects in winter.
With the falling of the leaves of a great
many of our woody plants new beauties are
unveiled and a new interest is awakened
in the structural symmetry of the trunks,
limbs and smaller branches, and in the
beauty of form, texture and color of all
their parts. In fact the winter aspect of
trees and shrubs is as varied as when they
are in full leaf and flower. It is only
when the tree or shrub is stripped that we
are able to note fully its characteristic
beauties in the general structure which is
so distinct in the different classes. The
oak on one hand, with its massive trunk
separating into a few large irregular limbs,
and the maple on the other, with its skele-
ton branches radiating at a uniform angle
from a central stem. Thus we see that the
frame work of our trees which determines
their general contour is only fully revealed
by the falling of the leaves.
in the winter from all deciduous
ehrubs very many distinctive beauties of
detail which give them individual interest.
The bark may be extremely smooth, as iu
the case of the beeches; it may be rough,
broken and corky, as on some of the oaks;
or it may be ridged and broken, as in the
birches with the browns, grays, blacks and
whites ot their different portions which
have a richness and combination of colors
peculiar to themselves; while the back-
ground of boulder, hill or sky throws into
relief the delicate grace ot the clender
branches in a way which is never seen
until the forest has stripped them bare. A
recent writer says that from an artistic
point of view trees have three character-
istics which may be separately studied —
form, texture and color. The first element
is its general outline, its contour, the sil-
houette it makes -when relieved against the
sky or against masses of trees of other
colors, the outline in well grown indi-
viduals ot the same species being so nearly
alike that the typical shape may often he
expressed in a simple diagram on paper,
as an iso.5celes triangle with a broad basf
gives a typical outline of the spruce; the
white elm would fill a vase-like figure sup-
ported by a straight line for the stem, and
so on.
head of the list an ideal
effect is Berberis Thun-
bergii. In every respect it is desirable;
its general structure and outline are per-
fect. Its branch&s are short and thick-set,
without straggling branches, a sort of slat-
ish gray in color. It is admirably adapted
for all sorts of work in hedges or mixed
ins its
berries all winter; indeed,
occurrence to observe the berries still hang-
ing in the spring when the plant begins
to bud. It makes a splendid game cover,
as the quail appears to be fond of the
fruit, which by the way is not as desirable
eating as the common barberry, Berberis
vulgaris. Berberis Thunbergii is of Jap-
anese origin and was first grown in the
arboretum in 1875 from seed sent from the
Botanical Gardens, St. Petersburg, Russia.
Berberis vulgaris, or common wild bar-
berry, in all its many varieties is also very
pretty during the early part of the wintfi,
with its branches arching with the weight
of the clusters of red fruit. This specici^
does not hold the color in its berries su
well a^ the Japanese variety, but it is
well worth planting in large plantation.s
tor winter effect. The English sparrow
seems to be especially fond of the fruit,
and it is a very common and pretty sight
to see thirty or forty of these little birds
gather in one ot the bushes to dine on its
berries. Berberis artstata gives a peculiar
effect, its old wood taking a bluish red
tinge the new wood a yellowish red, while
the thorns have a decided though pale
Probably the cornels are used more ex-
tensively for winter plantations than any
other clas^ of shrubs; certainly they are
the most conspicuous on account of the
brilliant hue of their stems, varying from
a lemon yellow to a brilliant red. To at-
tempt to give a de.3cription of all the species
would be a long story, and I will confine
able varieties, noting the color ot their
bark. Cornus alba and its varieties ,rtand
at the head for brilliancy in color, having
varying shades of red and scarlet. The
varieties Siberica, atrosanguinea and varie-
gata are the most conspicuous. Cornus
Bailey is of a deep maroon color, and Cor-
nus circinata has its dull red branches
spotted' with dark purplish brown spots.
Cornus stolonifera shows a dull red, with its
yellow variety ot a pleasing lemon. Cornus
sanguinea is not so good as some of the
others because the bark loses its color a?
the seison advances, but its yellow-barked
variety is attractive to the eye.
Rosa lucida as planted in the arboretum
stands prominently with the first on the
list as a desirable shrub tor winter use.
Here a bed some two hundred feet long
and five feet wide has been one superb
•show all winter, the branches heavily laden
with bright red hips, which blend harmoni-
ously with the greyish red of its branches.
All things cons:dered, Rosa lucida is one of
the finest of our native shrubs, charming
in summer, with its dark green, rather
thick foliage .and its usually small clusters
ot single pink flowers. Care should be
taken when selecting for winter work to
take such varieties a.3 will produce fruit
profusely, for on this point there is a
marked difference in the varieties. Rosa
nitida. although bearing little or no fruit
in the winter months, is very desirable on
account of its bark and small thorns. The
effect of this low growing species is a sort
of bluish brown, the foundation being al-
most blue, while the numerous small spines
which completely cover the stem and
branches are of a decided brown. Rosu
setigera. the prairie or Michigan rose, which
deserves a projninent place in all planta-
tions on account of its grace, richness of
foliage and profusion of pink flowers in
July, gives a greenish red effect with its
arching
and br
Its
merits as an ornamental plant are many
and it is not surprising that the demand for
it is steadily increasing.
The Scotch roses. Rosa spinosissima,
though not quite so attractive in winter,
are well worth noting tor their late fall
beauty. The foliage turns to bright shades
of orange and scarlet, and the hips, which
mature in .\ugust, vary in color from red-
dish purple to deep maroon. The hips of
Rosa nutkana are brilliantly red, turning
to yellow as the season advances. Rosa
Carolina is also very attractive in the late
fall and early winter with numerous bright
red hips and brownish red stems. Rosa
alpina laevis has dull red stems, and with
its gray thorns is also a noticeable shrub.
Rasa multiflora as a pillar rose and its
hybrid, "The Dawson," sometimes called
the Pink Rambler, continue to retain the
pret-
hroughout the winter, makii
V scene when growing over large rocks
ind boulders. Other single roses might be
nentioned as having desirable features in
.vinter, but this list will give you an idea
)f the deisirability of this class of plants
'Viburnums. This very desirable class of
ilants is more marked for its great beauty
n the summer, when covered with its lai-ge
jyaies or heads of flowers, and during the
their
than for
display of
opulu
ble exception of 'Vibur
cranberry, which holds its red fruit
throughout the-winter, the only drawback
being that upon the approach of severe
veather the berries wither. Notwithstand-
ng this they are very bright during the
old mouths, contrasting nicely with the
ilvery gray stems and branches.
(To be continued.)
The Plorists' Exchmnge.
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HOBREliPDIIDEIfeE.
Insertion wtU be givtn itt t/tl« vuliimti
to all communicatiotis free from animus:
but the opinions expressed do not neces
sarily reflect our own .
Judging Carnations by Points.
Editor Florists' Exchaiitje :
I have read iu your valuable FldRISTs'
ExCHiNGE ahout the new scale adopted
hy ihe American Carnation Society, at it^
CiDclonali meeting, for judges to ^o hy iu
j,idj?ing carnations all over this bro«d
land. So far, so good. I believe tht
present scale is an improvement on the
last one; but it does not yet come up to
the scale we ought to have I was one of
three to judge the vases of 100 blooms in
Cincinnati, at the late convention, and
was frfquently askfd by the exhibitor,
" Why do you give the prize to so and so?"
Knowing full well that any exhibitor has
a perfect right to know the grounds on
which a judge bases his decision, would it
not be far better to adopt a scale that
comes closer to what we call the beautiful
in flowers, than to follow in the footsteps
of scales heretofore in vogue? Let me
explain ; I think the most important point
in a handsome flower is that the same be
well balanced ; that is to say, the size of
the flower must be in proportion to stem
and general make-up ; and the best bal-
anced flower ought to get a limit of 50
points for perfection. This is not alone
necessary in carnations, but in chrysanthe-
mums and other flowers as well.
How would it be possible for an Emma
Wocher, or an Arninzindy carnation to be
a prizewinner. If it were not for this very
point (well-balanced)? Some are far larger
than these varieties, hut cannot stand on
their own pedestals and thus show their
beautiful faces to an admiring public ;
instead, they have their eyes fixed on the
tablecloth, and turn the back of their
heads to the people. Others have grown
on strong stems, but their heads are not
much more In diameter than the stems.
The ladies asked me several times in Cin-
cinnati, "Why don't yon tie the Eowers
upsothat wecan see them? " or they would
remark, " That flower is entirely too small
to look well on that big stem." A flower
must have a stem to carry it erect, not too
stiff, but so that it will look graceful.
The remaining 50 points could be divided
so that my scale would read about as
follows :
Best balanced flower 60
Color IS
Fragrance'.'. '. '. '. '. '. '. '. '. '. '. '. '. '. '. '. '. '. '. '. '. . '. . ' ' . . 10
And, I believe that any good judge will
have plenty of room by the first 50 points
to place the prize where it belongs
Hamilton, O. Theo Boc
good
c^ljx,
large t
these qualific
Of course, no cut and dried rules can
etermineas a finality the merit or deslr-
hleness of a new variety, but suppose
hat a variety should possess an accumu-
iteil amount of beauty and real merit;
upposethat the jury chosen by the So-
iety should fail to fully appreciate all its
lidden charms; this jury, nevertheless,
fiih a d-.'-ire for absolute fnirness, goes on
nd marks down credits for the fine quali-
tem, plenty of substaLCe,
odor, a pleating color— all
ions it must have, to pass;
nd if.'in addition to these, it have also
those hidden beauties and high commercial
qualifications to which our critic is so
Highly susceptible, and of which he is so
keenly appreciative, then indeed we have a
novelty; the milleoium of the carnation
has arrived, perfection is tttained; there
is no further use for committees, points,
i-cales or competitive exhibitions. I fear
that if the writer of the article in question
were known he would be found to be, like
Abraham Lincoln's tailor— a man with a
grievance.
If the Carnation Society is so dull of
islon in criticising its own flower, or so
The article in questiju is a captious
criticism ; (it does not suggest a single
remedy, nor indicate a single improve-
ment, nor suggest the trial of a different
method ; it seeks only to undermine faith,
and to tear down that which our Society
has been slowly and with care building up,
and without even suggesting a foundation
stone for a new edifice.
Instead of weakening faith, we ought to
strengthen it, and, having faith, add to its
works, and this, supplemented by knowl-
edge, win make for the best interest of
this branch of our trade. E. G. HiLL.
by your correspondent in last week's "Ex-
change." F. W. B. Richmond, Indiana.
While the hou,3e of Lady Hume Campbell
was run cold enough for other kinds of
violets to bloom tliey «oul.l not produce
a flower, but in a - '- ■ '■ - ~ "mis more
heat they became n "I'l flow-
ers. It was late li-: i.very,
but I think now i, i-r lost
time by the iucri a i llowers
they are producing. Tlie CaniiiijcU with
me seems to be positively proof against di'S-
of any kind. I have tried Farquhar,
Seedsmen and the Tariff.
Editor Florists' Exchaiiae :
I have read with interest a correspond-
ent's reply to a recent article by Charles
Black on " Seedsmen and the Tariff."
The free trade calamity howl still lives
and rears its head, despite the experience
through which we are passing, with its
appalling Treasury deficiency, Its idle
mills, idle workmen, and starving citizens.
This correspondent's own line of reason
Pteris Serrulata Zelleri
Seedlings and Certificates.-
Editor Floristt' Exchanac:
Anent the article on this subject, pnge
224, March 6 issue, permit a word in reply.
We think that the writer has a bad focus
on his subject, to say the least.
Thesuhj'Ctot awarding certificates has
commanded the best and most careful
thought of the members of the Carnation
Society. The preseut system is the result c f
thecombiued wisdom of such men as Dor-
ner, Rudd, Diiiiedouzi, Lonsdale, Shelmire
and other fine growers. The syetem may
not have reached absolute perfection, but
the Society is aiming at and Hearing a just
and true standard. The point- laid down
in the rules are certainly indicative of an
earnest desire to safeguard the public
against worthless introductions, and to
raise the standard to the highest degree of
excellence possible to attain at the present
time. As Mr. Rudd so aptly puts it, "The
whole proceeding is a relative one, not
necessarily final as to a new variety, but it
certainly indicates and takes account of a
variety possessing an unusual number of
those points of excellence which go to
make up the ideal variety."
Itake issue squarely with thein'iinuation
that the method in vogue at present with
the National Society is with the intention
of "boosting" certain varieths, or of foist-
ing them upon the public by a sale of
cuttings or of stock ; such an implied sug
gestlon is a reflection upon the honor and
integrity of men who are the peers of any
In the trade.
The unusual care bestowed upon the
entries at Cincinnati by the committees
on awards, showed a very earnest desire to
arrive at definite facts and the exuct truth
regarding the candidates for awards.
lacking in grit as to be untqual to the task
of expressing its honest conviction, if its
sole function is to promote the interest of
the seedling raiser at the expense of the
trade at large, and of the public— if such
be the case the sooner the Society is dis-
solved, the better.
In what better way can we determine
the relative value of a new carnation than
through the medium of the Society ? Our
critic does not reply. One migi.t also in
fer that freedom of bloom, the first com-
mercial qualiflcation, other things being
equal, had been entirely ignored by the
Society in determining the value of a seed-
ling; but does not the Society insist upon
inspecting one or more plants of the va-
riety ; and this is not alone for noting its
habit, health, or lack of vigor, but also be-
ciuse it is a fair index, though not a per
feet one, of its power of throwing up
flower stems.
The inference to be drawn is that varie-
ties certlBoated by the Society have been
generally unworthy. This is not the case;
on the contrary, those holding high posi-
tion, among newer sorts, have been hon-
ored with the National certificate. In
looking over the list it is readily recog-
nized that errors of judgment have crept
in under former methods, but In the past
tew years errors, it any. have been on the
conservative side. At New York two cer-
tificates were awarded In the three-year
class, and only one to a second-year va-
riety. At Cincinnati certificates were not
numerous enough to please contestants,
and yet who would have withheld the cer
tiflcates awarded Mr. Dorner and Mr.
Hugh Graham on that occasion. And, on
the contrary, where is the variety that has
been exhibited before the National So-
ciety, has been Ignored by it, and has had
to fight for the prominent position which
it now holds before the trade ? Is there
such a one ?
at home.
Ing, If carried to its ultimate destinati
will convince him or any other free trader
that protection protects.
If our own mills, workshops, farmers,
and laborers are busy, then the price of
labor must rise. If a protective tariff
keeps out foreign goods, then the q
of goods kept out must be
If more are made at home, the law of sup
ply and demand will create a better mar-
ket for our home labor, and wages are
bound to rite.
If we pay our money to home producers,
we keep that much more in the country.
and instead of shipping gold to Europe,
we will be putting it into the pockets of
our own people.
Did this correspondent ever stop to con-
sider that "combinations of capital " have
built our railroads, opened up our vast
wheat fields, developed our coal mines,
harnessed the lightning, dammed up
Niagara to do man's bidding, all under a
protective tariff, while the price of wear
lug apparel, farm machinery, food, and
everything else steadily decrea.sed In value,
until the purchase power of a day's wages
was never so great as now.
Theory is one thing, my friend, but 20
years of prosperity, with " combinations of
capital protected by tariffs," knock all
your fine spun words into a broken jum-
ble. "Facts ar« stubborn things" wher-
ever you meet them, and our own farmers
and workingmen need protection against
foreign labor on foreign shores, just as
much as if that labor stood at our doors
offering to do work at half price
Veritas.
tar
. Campbell
healthii
I or gr-owti
PKYBK.
Sweet Pea Tests.
Editor Florints' Exchanae:
I desire, through your columns, to call
the attention of florists, seedsD,en, and the
horticultural public to the new and
original work that I am doing with the
sweet pea.
I have established a department for test-
ing unnamed sweet pea novelties, prior to
their introduction, by my method of cul-
ture and nomenclature, rendering a full
test report of each variety sent me, giving,
it so requested, a comparison as to points,
with the typical variety as known at pres-
ent, in each of the three types of the tall-
growing sweet peas (L. Vinii), expanded,
hooded and reflexed. These tests are sure
to be of the greatest value to the intro-
ducer of novelties, as they will be entirely
impartial, and be accurate in the extreme,
and will be free from the natural bias
which the novelty grower has for his pit
productions.
The plants from which tests are made
will all be grown by my expert methods
of culture, and, what is very important in
a new introduction, the exact shade of
color will be infallibly given by my " Cbro-
mometer." Every sweet pea grower has
been impressed with the various names of
colors given in different catalogues for the
.wame variety of the sweet pea.
No charge will bd made for these tests
to those regularly in the seed trade, but
varieties, which have been introduced will
not be tested after this year. I have some
thirty unnamed novelties so far for this
year, and some which have been named
out not yet introduced, among which is
the new dwarf (L. cupidas). Pink Cupid,
which will be Introduced by W. Atlee Bur-
pee & Co., in 1898.
I will be very glad to receive samples of
seed of novelties from any one in the trade,
or sweet pea specialists, on my word of
honor that not a single seed will be per-
mitted to go out of my possession, or be
allowed to produce seed, and no informa-
tion given to any one regarding the tests,
excepting what may be requested by the
.senders. I have been engaged by W. Atlee
Burpee & Co. to test their entire list of
sweet peas this year, in order to properly
place them as to color, type and quality,
which will be published by them in 1698,
with my methods of culture and testing,
as well as a full exposition of my nomen-
clature of the sweet pea, and "points" for
the guidance of committees on nomencla-
ture of the different sweet pea shows.
I will be glad to have any and all florists,
or seedsmen, visit my testing grounds on
any day, excepting Sunday, during July,
and will be glad to show them all the
noselties which will be offered to the trade
for some years to come, subject to the
restrictions of those owning them, which,
so far, permit of all being seen In the
flower by any one in the trade, although
of course no iuformation can be given as
to tests, excepting hy express permli-slon
of the owners. Sam A. Hamilton,
Sweet Pea Expert.
Roaring Spring, Pa.
Violets.
ibout the same experience
le Campbell as that related
Pteris Serrulata Zellerii.
This fern is said to be a most distinct
novelty by those who have eXMinined the
stock. It is of very dwarf and compact
habit, with slender arching fronds, measur-
ing about 9 to 13 inches each way. The
leaflets are very narrow, not crested and
but slightly serrated in places. Color of
matured leaves dark, and of new leaves
lighter green.
aluable addition
limited list of suitable ferns for
table jardiniere work. A clean and healthy
grower, this variety like all the pteris, is
very hardy. It has been given the name
of Zellerii in honor of Mr. Chas. Zeller, of
Flatbush, N. Y., whom everybody knows
and greatly respects. Mr. Zsiler raised it
from the spores of P. serrulata four years
ago, and he says It Is the hardiest of all
ferns. Our Illustration is drawn from
nature, and isa very faithful reproduction.
Messrs. Siebrecht & Sou have secured
the entire stock of this valuable fern, and
will Introduce It this season. The stoek Is
said to be In a most healthy condition.
248
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Contents.
Cannas IN Water, Growing
Carnations
Correspondence
Dahlia Society, Amkiiioan
Decorative Em-ects of Trees
I WI^
Imported Trees, In
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PterisSerrulata Zellbrii Jllus.) .
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For the Busy Man.
railroad collision
The seedsmen are m
against the free seed ^
239, 240, 211 tor particulars.
Read Mr. E. G. Hill's letter on "Seedlings
and Certiacates," page 247. We shall be pleased
to have the opinions of others.
The heavy floods of the past week in Ohio
have caused great damage to the establish-
ments of several florists around Cin ■
Enolkwood, N. J.— John Lange opened
a new store March 1, at 48 Palisade ave.
He will continue to operate the ereen-
houses at 31 Humphry st.
To Inspect Imported Trees.
As mentioned in last Issue a bill has
been introduced in Congress by Mr. Swan-
son of Virginia to provide tor the inspec-
tion of trees, plants, buds, cuttings, grafts,
scions, nursery stock, and fruit imported
into the United States, and for the inspec-
tion of nursery stock grown within the
United States, which becomes a subject of
interstate commerce.
The Secretary of Agriculture, under the
provisions of this bill, will be authorized at
the expense of the owner or owners, to
place and retain in quarantine all trees,
plants, buds, cuttings, grafts, scions, nur-
sery stock, ana fruit imported into the
United States at such ports as he may des-
ignate for such purpose, and under such
conditions as he may, by regulation, pre-
scribe, and he may appoint inspectors for
ex-iminlng such trees, plants, fruit, etc.,
tor the purpose of ascertaining whether
they are affected by injurious insects or
disease, the importation of which will be
prejudicial to the fruit interests of the
United States.
When such trees, plants, buds, cuttings,
grafts, scions, nursery stock, and fruit
shall be determined to be infested with
any injurious insects or disease, they must
be treated at the expense of the owner, or
be destroyed in case their condition is such
as to warrant such destruction.
When inspection shows that the trees,
fruit, etc., are free from injurious insects
or disease, a certificate of freedom, made in
accordance with the regulations of the Sec-
retary of Agriculture, will be issued to the
owner by the inspector, and the certificate
will operate to release all trees, fruits, etc..
when duly stamped or labeled with the
same, from further quarantine or restric-
tion either at the port of entry or in in-
terstate commerce.
The Secretary of Agriculture will cause
to be inspected at the expense of the owner,
prior to their shipment, all trees, buds,
cuttings, nursery stock, etc., which are
subjects of interstate commerce, and which
are about to be shipped from one State or
territory into any other State or territory,
and it will be unlawful for any person to
transport or deliver such stock as shall
have been declared by the inspector mak-
ing the examination, to be infested with in-
jurious insects. Any persons violating
these provisions will be liable to a fine of
$500, or imprisonment for a year.
When it appears to the Secretary of
Agriculture that any State or territory
shall have provided proper and competent
inspection, he may accept such inspection
performed by officers appointed by himself
which will relieve all trees, plants, buds,
cuttings, grafts, etc., when properly
stamped or labeled, from further quaran-
tine at ports of entry or restrictions in
interstate commerce.
The bill has been referred to the Com-
mittee on Agriculture.
Growing Cannas in Water.
The "Gardeners' Chronicle" is authority
tor the statement that "afitonishing results
have been obtained by M. Molin, nursery-
man, Lyons. France, by planting in spring
the rhizomes of cannas in baskets filled
with soil, and sinking these to the rims in
a vessel holding water, whereupon the roots
pass through the sides of the basket, and
originate an extraordinary luxuriant growth
of leaves and flowers; especially fine, it is
said, being the varieties Konigin Charlotte
and Madame Crozy."
It Is a great pity that such a charming
and interesting Carnation Show as was
held by the American Institute last Tues-
day could not have been better attended
by the flowerlovlng public. Unless we
bring the people to our exhibitions, we fail
in the main object for which they are held,
viz , that of Increasing the demand for the
product. We trust the managers will give
this point of view their consideration.
Fires.
Taunton, Mass.— On January 13 Bre iu
the greenhouses of Edwin F. Rose, 100 Bay
St , caused damage Co the extent of $3,000.
There was no insurance.
Nanuet, N. Y.— On Tuesday, January
19, the greenhouses of John Fehsal, of
Nanuet, caught flre and were burned to
the ground. It was impossible to save the
property, and it was entirely consumed.
Mr. Fehsal lost 4,500 violets : he had no in-
surance.
New York Florists' Club.
It was gratifying to see an increase in
the attendance at the Club meeting on
Monday night ; about 50 being present.
President Henshaw occupied the chair.
Professor N. L. Britton. of Columbia
College, and Mr. Thomas N. Cook, of
White Plains, N. Y., were nominated for
membership. There were nine exhibits
entered for the Plumbcup, but the commit-
tee of j adges appointed for I his display did
not consider any of the pieces as suitable
for the purposes of the Club. Chairman
Donlan, speaking for the committee, stated
that the majority of the designs displayed
exhibited too great a tendency on the part
of the makers to do away with flowers and
to introduce greenery, which, of course,
would have the effect of decreasing the
demand for flowers for this kind of work.
A certificate o£ merit was awarded to Wm.
H. Brower & Sons for a pretty standing
wreath of brown galax leaves, fringed
with Adiantam cuneatum, having a clus-
ter of Bridesmaid roses and a spray of
erica at the left ; the base was formed of
green galax leaves, with sprays of brown
leucothoe foliage springing therefrom.
The same Arm showed an olive branch, of
brown leucothoe leaves, with stem of
valley, the whole surmounted with a
wreath of violets, and resting on a base of
green leucothoe leaves : also a design re-
presenting a fallen leaf, made of ivy
leaves, with a cluster of three Mrs. Laing
roses and pink erica in the center ; the
stem of the leaf was tied with a broad
white ribbon.
M.Diimmett& Son, Mount Vernon,N.Y.,
exhibited what they called a " Rock of
Ages " ; the design was a standing, slant-
ing cross of ivy leaves, with a cluster of
Meteor roses tied with purple ribbon at
the head of the cross ; extending over the
arms was a garland of scarlet carnations
and smilax ; the base was composed of
brown galax leaves and Roman hyacinths,
the initials "F. C." being done in the same
flowers.
J. J. Foley, Bowery, New York, sent a de-
sign,representing apparently a broken tree,
composed of a plant of genista on a base of
mosses and terns, with initials "F. C." in
valley and violets ; sprays of Swainsona
galegifolia alba were Interspersed among
the genista foliage, a branch of the latter
lying on the base. The same exhibitoralso
sent a combination design, a pillow of
white flowers surmounted with a heart of
Bridesmaid roses, above which was a
sheaf of wheat tied with white ribbon ; a
pair of cycas leaves encircled the heart.
A design, sent by an unknow n exhibitor,
represented a square easel palette ; it was
composed of ivy leaves, having a spray of
white roses at one side and a pair of cycas
leaves at opposite side. The center of the
pilette was made up of white carnations,
and in this were the Club's initials done in
purple chenille lettering ; the whole was
surrounded by awreath of green leucothoe
leaves tied with white ribbon.
Otto Friedman, Chicago, sent an old
Roman wreath composed of ivy leaves, the
inner side made of valley, having a cluster
of Bride roses at the bottom of the wreath.
This design came nearest the committee's
idea, had more flowers been used and less
greenery.
The Plumb cup will again be competed
for at next meeting.
Ernst Asmus had, for exhibition only, a
magnificent wreath of Carnot rose, in a
setting of adiantum foliage, showing the
adaptability of this variety for funeral
work. It was greatly admired by all
present. Mr. Asmus was tendered a vote
of thanks for his exhibit, as was also John
N. May for a vase of Lily Dean and Maud
Dean carnations, which the committee of
judges — Messrs. Stewart, Logan, and
Burns— said were worthy of all the praise
that could be given them.being the greatest
acqui-itlons in the carnation line seen in
many years ; Maud Dean was one of the
best selling and best keeping carnations in
the New York market.
President Henshaw said he felt encour-
aged to see so many exhibits, but would
like to see more ; there was no reason why
a good display could not be made everv
meeting night.
W. C. Krick, Brooklyn, was appointed a
member of the design committee in place
of Mr. Donlan, who resigned.
Mr. Asmus was asked to give an account
of his western trip, but declined on the
ground that he had not yet gotten over it.
Alex. Wallace, of the Exchange, told of
the successful meeting and exhibition of
the American Carnation Society at Clncln
natl, and praised the enthusiasm and hos-
pitalityot the Ohio brethern.
Mr. Withers of the Essay Committee,
said he expected Mr. Esler would talk
before the Club at its next meeting, on the
subject of hail and flre insurance.
New York.
Wholesale Uarket.
The week has been marked with
real Lenten dullness. The supply of stock
was only moderate ; in fact, at times and
In some lines it was extremely light, yet
there was more than enough for the de-
mand, and by the middle of the week ice
boxes and cellars began to show signs of
heavy accumulation, even of high-grade
stock. Bridesmaid roses (specials at that)
bei;
of
Attempts were made to hold to existing
prices, but at times this was impossible,
and 2c. to 5c. reduction had to be taken on
extras and special roses.
Violets were very abundant, with slow
sales ; the best price was only 50c. per 100
for choice .stock in small lots; 20c. to 40c. •
was taken for sales of thousand lots. Light I
colored and deficient samples, as well as i
Lady Campbell, failed to attract any pur- j
chasers at any figure. One lady buyer i
showed her temerity by offering $1,50 per
1000 for a lot of good quality Campbell. |
It seems strange that growers will con- i
tinue to raise such a variety when the
market so persistently refuses to take it.
Valley could be bought for less than $3
per 100. Harrisii lilies were turned down
at t3 per 100. Tulips and narcissus held
their own fairly well at last week's prices.
Sweet peas have become general, and
could be obtained of a number of whole-
salers. White realized 2ac. and pink 25c.
per bunch when sales could be effected.
Moss roses were seen in several places.
Auction Sales.
These are now in full swing. Tues-
day's sales showed considerable improve-
ment over the previous week, and roses be-
gan to move upward in price. After this
week three rooms will be selling every Tues-
day and Friday— in Dey st., Fulton and
Vesey sts., respectively. Patrick Meehan
(the original Auction Room Pat), is selling
for himself atretail In Greenwichst. Sev-
eral other street stands in this vicinity are
already dispensing choice roses, bulbs,
seeds, etc. Evidently this class of trading
is much on the increase.
Visitors.
Robert Miller, Washington, D. C;
W. N. Rudd, Chicago; H. M. Bradley,
Derby, Conn.; J. Beach, Bridgeport, Conn.
C. W. Ward, Queens, NY., will lecture
to-night before the New York Gardeners'
Society, at Mott Memorial Hall, 64 Madi-
son ave., on the subject of "Carnations."
We regret to hear that Henry McCrowe,
Superintendent of Parks, Paterson, N. J.,
is reported to be dying.
Providence, R. I.
The Executive Committee of the S. A.
F. held a very successful meeting here on
Tuesday last. After the meeting the vis-
itors were entertained at a banquet by the
local club, at whicti the following toasts
were proposed and responded to: •* The S.
A. F ," by President Graham; "Gardeners'
and Florists' Club of Rhode Island," James
B. Kenny; " Rhode Island," Nathan D.
Pierce, Jr.; "Our Country," William F.
Gude; " The Ladies, " ex-President William
Scott; "Beneficial Organizations," John
G. Enler; " Carnation Society," John N.
May; "Chrysanthemum Society," Elmer
D. Smith: "Future of Horticulture in
America," W. A. Manda; " Florists' Or-
ganizitions of the Future," W. N. Rudd;
"Outdoor Beauty," Jackson Dawson;
"Spoita," William K.Harris; " Horticnl-
tnrai Press," F. W. Fletcher; "Seeds-
men," J. W. Williams; "Educational In-
stitutions," Professor Cowell; " Our Gen-
erous Hosts," M. H. Norton; " Our Sister
Clubs," T. Grey. During the evening
songs were rendered by Messrs. Wood and
Stewart. An original poem by J. Austin
Shaw was read by Mr. S'ewart, W. F.
Flsk told a funny storv, and William H.
Wing made a telling speech.
F-3rquhar Macrae has a good thing in
Edith Foster carnation. He finds it the
best white yet to succeed with him. Ho
is trying several ot the kinds of recent
introduction, but with the poor stock being
sent out in some cases the result will be far
from satisfactory. He is anxious to show
what can bo done in this section, but vis-
itors to the convention will have to take
into consideration the above mentioned
tact when passing judgment.
Portia is deteriorating, while E. G. Hill
is doing well. It is a fine scarlet.
Roses ore now off crop, but will be all
right tor Easter.
W. Hazard is picking some fine stock,
both In violets and carnations. W. M.
The FiLORiSTS' Exchange.
249
Philadelphia.
M»rket Neni.
Business has now settled down to
the usual Lenten basis, and inconsequence
there Is an over-supply of nearly every
kind of stock. Good roses continue to sell
fairly well, at prices as quoted during the
past few weeks, but second-class stock is
not moving. Carnations have dropped to
tl per 100; only good stock briuKing more
than this Bgure. The greatest glut just
now, is in violets ; these can scarcely be
given away, and on nearly every street
corner fakirs are to be seen with violets.
But even with them, sales are poor. The
seaside Lenten season is more in vogue
this year than ever, so that most of the
flower buyers are now out of the city.
The chief topic under discussion this
past week has been the large number of
palms sold by Wanamaker. The retail
stores are certainlyagainst thegrowersell-
Ing to these large department stores, but
itisevidently the judgment of the majority,
that such a transaction does good, as it
creates a love of plants among those who
would not go to the florist to buy, but
when once the desire is cultivated, may do
80 in the future. It certainly greatly
aids the grower in unloading a large quan-
tity of surplus stocks.
TUltorg In ToTTn.
James Delay. Boston ; J. L. Dillon,
Bloomsburg ; W. Kennedy, of Boston
Flower Co ; P. Pierson, Scarboro, N. Y.,
who has been visiting the oriacipal rose
growers. E. C. R^ineman, Pittsburg, ar-
rived here on Wednesday, from his south-
ern trip, and will remain three days.
Here ind There,
At the Pennsylvania Horticultural
Society's monthly meeting, on Tuesday
next, a very interesting paper will be read
bv P. Pederaen on "Spraying of Orchards.
What can be Accomplished by Spraying
and Some Serious Enemies of the Orchard. "
Henry F. Michell offers premiums for cin
erarias at this meeting.
Growers.
Joseph Heacock has made quite a
success of palm growing. He started this
branch three years ago, and was compelled
to build another house last Fall. He is
growing arecas, kentias, and latanias, all
of which are in perfect health. The arecas
are mostly in 7 and S-inch and of good size
These are growing standing on a bed of
ashes, keeping the roots cool and healthy,
and thus making perfect foliage. Of ken-
tias he has a good batch of K. Belmoreana
in perfect condition, showing that palms
can be grown successfully on a large rose
place.
The varieties of roses now grown here
have been sifted down to Beauty, a few
Brunner, Meteor, Bride and Bridesmaid.
Carnations will be almost entirely dropped
after this season ; among these were noticed
some very good seedlings, a pink one being
worthy of special notice, having perfect
form, good stem, and being of an exquisite
shade of delicate pink. David Rust.
Carnegie, Pa.
M. C. DUNLEVT took to Pittsburg over
3000 carnations which had been ordered for
decorating the special train that carried
President McKinley from Canton to Wash-
ington. On arrival, the President banded
a bunch of these carnations to the engineer
who had piloted him into Washington
safely, and which act created a loud de-
monstration among the crowd gathered to
meet the president elect.
Buffalo.
Every -day- trade is coming on apace
fairly well, though of course not large.
Flowers generally are inclined to be plenti-
ful, and sometimes at Kasting's wholesale
house, assume a " piled up" condition.
Much interest is being manifested at
present in the forthcoming annual election
and banquet of the Club, to occur on
Friday of this week. It is hoped to have
leading members from the executive com
mittee present on their return from the
meeting in Providence The afifair is to
be held at the Kelnzi Hotel. In connec-
tion with the same,D.B Long hasarranged
to occupy Parlor A in the afternoon with
a display of new carnations, which no
doubt will attract a great deal of general
Interest.
William Scott and J. F. Cowell have
gone East to attend the meeting of the
Executive Committee of the S. A. F
It is reported that Hughson & Co., of
352 William St., have sold out their retail
business to Mrs. Nussbaum, formerly head
clerk with them.
Vl«lter«.
H. B. Beatus, of Dayton, O : E. B.
Sage, Red Rock, Pa. ViDl.
Trade Follows Wherever the Florists' Exchange Qoes and the ^S
^ Florists' Exchange Spring Special Will Qo Everywhere. ^
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DATE OF ISSUE
I APRIL 3, 1897 1
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I THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE, P.O. Box 1697, N.Y. I
Index to Advertisements.
Vincent R Jr 4 Sons 266
Dreer HA 2*4
Vincent R Jr 4 Son. 256
McCarthy NFiCo. 267
Storra & Harrison Co 261
Itoai'cl of Trade.
National Florist.... 269
Berger H H 4 C
BetBCher Bros
Black Chaa. . . .
Hulaeboech Bros.
Ouwerkerk P...
Pierson F K Co .
Rolker Aiie & Snl
atorrs&Harr
White Jno. ..
BattinC S...
son Co 261
260
J Store 237
Beckert T F .
Bool Floral Co
Breitmeyer J
Cloud £J
Cottage Gardens.. 213,263
DaleH 244
Davis A B & Son ... . 263
de Vochti de Wilde V44
Denker Aug.
EmmansOeo M.
Everitt & Insall .
Foster LH
Fryer E
Logan av Greenh's :
Lonsr Daniel B
MaderPaul :
May John N (
Meadow View Green-
Morris Floral Co. .. . 244
MyerB48amtman 242,243
NewMeadowGardens v44
NortonTH 244
Clirygantlieniutns
Beckert T F 263
Cottage Gardens 263
Dallledonze Bros.... 253
EiseleC 260
EluleJG 263
Fischer & Ekas .... 263
OoddardCS 263
Greene Co Floral
Nurs 263
Hackelt Johi
May .1
Davis AB 4 Son.
Emmans Geo M.
Everitt & Insall..
Felthousen J E. .
Oaskill G W. . ..
Harris C A 4 Co.
He
Mrs.
Allen J E. .
Allen WS..
Baker W J
Basaett
Dumont & Co
ElliaoD Wm
Ellis 4 Pollworth .
Fltzg'ld4Hamn
d 256
Fleokenstein Chas G 267
Ford Bros 266
Gnnther WH 266
Hart Michael A 256
Hoffmann HA 256
Horan EC 266
HuntEH 267
UlinoisCutFIowerCo 266
Kasling Wm F,
Kennicott Bros
266
Lang Julius 256
Lynch WE 266
MoOafthy N F * Co. 267
McKeUar Chas W. . . 266
MIlIangF 266
Mullen Geo 267
National Plant Co.. 267
N Y Cut Flower Oi 266
Pennook Samuel S. 266
Purdy4 Blauvelt... 268
ReidEdw 2S6
Relnberg Bros 266
Rogers Park Fl Co. . . 267
Bolker A4 F 2B6
Sheridan W F 266
Q A 267
Sohenck 266
Smith Chas E.
Smith N 4 Son
Snow H B
Vincent R J ft
Oavanangli Mrs
Lawrence Mrl..
NortonTH
WhlttoniSon.,
Berckmans P J
Dnhlla
Cottage Gardens
Moon Wm H Co
Peacock W 1'....
Daisies.
251 I Fischer Rudolph..
Berckmans P J 264
Berger H H &Oo.... 238
Bock Um A 246
DeSmetBroB 254
Dreer H'y A .266
Elizabeth Nrsy. Co.. 264
Foster L H 246
Heacock Jos 246
Hesaer W J.. . 246
La Roche 4 Stahl Co 252
Rackham G A 251
Reimers Chaa 2.')1
RoehrsJuIiuB 246
Sohmltz F W 0 246
Scott Jno 246
Siobreohlfc Son.... 246
Young J W 246
Aschmann G 366
Benedict G H 266
BobbinkLO 266
Dreer H. A 255
Elizabeth Nurs Co.. 264
Henderson P 4 Co. . . 264
Mader Paul 244
OuwerkerkP 266
Pitcher 4 Manda 237
Storra4Harrison Co. 261
Whitton4Son 2'6
ETerlillzers
Allegheny Fert. Wks. 260
Peters John J Co 268
Flower Pots. etc.
Ernest WH 268
Hews A H 4 Co 258
Hllfinger Bros 25S
Keller Bros 268
McCarthy N.F. 4 00. 257
Rolker 4 Sons Aug. 268
Svraouse Pottery Co 2S8
ITblUdln Pottary Co 268
Fruit PlH
Bailer FA
Black Chaa
.244
Elllolt Wm n.
aioksecker Chaa I
262 Decorntiv
StorrsftHarrisonCo 261
Fuchsias.
Davis AB4Son 253
NeffL. 1 262
lilatlnK Malerli
Oarniody JD
Ooldwell-Wlloox Co.
Oowen's N Sons
DellBoh A 4 Co
Ullohlnes * Co.... 269
.lackson John H. . 2.''8
LooklandLumbor On
Lord 4 Bumham Co 269
MonlDger John 0 Co 269
puree F O 369
Plenty's Hortlonl-
Quaker Olt^Uach Co 269
Rider-Ericsson Co.. 268
SooUay J A 269
Van Home Oriffen
4Co 258
Wolf AQ4Bro 269
Oeraniuins.
Aschiuann 0 266
BaUwiu A J 244
Benedict Geo H 266
Betscher Br-s 252
Bock Wm A 246
BoemerFred 252
Cottage Gardens... 253
Doyle J A 251
Emmaus Geo M 244
Everitt & Insall 246
Gaskill Geo W 262
Greene Co FloralNur 263
Lawrence Mrs 252
Mader Paul 244
MurplieyRH 261
NeffLI 262
Smith Chas E 244
HnowHB 263
Storr34Harrison Co. 261
Weaver HB40o 26o
Slorea, etc."
For Sale. To Lease... 262
Hail Insurance
PloriatHallAes'n.... 2-51
Baldwin A J 2(4
Bock Wm A 245
Davis A B & Son 263
Smith ChasE 244
Hibiscus
Murphey R H 261
Hydrangeas
Boemer Fred 252
Insecticides and
Fungicides
Faust H G 4 Co 26'J
LouisTllleTob'oo Co 26M
Rolker A 4 Sons 260
Skabcura Dip Co.... 25S
Stoothoff H A... 262. 267
Binley A J 255
Vincent K Jr & Sons 258
Miscellaneous
BetsoherBrOB 245
Cavanaugh Mrs M.. 244
Chinnick W J 262
Cunuingliam Jos H. 262
Dreer Hy A 266
Everitt 4 Insall 246
Felthousen J E ... 241
Fryer E 241
Greene ft Underhlll. 260
Greene Co. Floral
Nurs 263
Harris O A 4 Co 241
Herr D K 253
Hughes Geo J 244
SeawanhakaGhses244 254
Shepherd Mrs T B. . 262
Wood Bros 263
Masiiroom spawn
Gardiner John 4 Co. 260
nioasand Peal
Lusby A & Co ..... . 245
Myosotis.
Search WH 211
Nursery Slock,
Trees, Fr..lt and
Ornamental
Black Chas 261
Brlnton WP 254
Elizabeth Nurs Co 264
F ft F Nu
Moon Wm H Co...
Pullen Alei .
Smith W iT Co ..
Storra 4 Harrlaon Oi
Van Koert L . . . .
Watson T R
Orchids,
Sander F 4 Co
Pansies
Dreer Henry A
Engle W J
Jennings E B
Schmidt JO ft Co..
BoltauO ft Co
Whltton ft Son
Petunias
HumteldO
Hughes Geo J
Cavanaugh Mrs M . .
Logan Av G'housea.
Refriueratoi
Ohooolate Cooler Co. 267
Aamua E JSI
Berckmans P J 254
BobbinkLO 266
ColesW W 251
Craig Robert 261
DaleB 261
Davis 4 Sins A B... 263
do Voeht 4 do Wilde 214
Doyle J A 261
Dnnlop Jno H 211
Hill KG 4 Oo 261
Jackaou k Perkins
Co 261
Joosten C H 261
Laltoche 4 Stahl
Flower Co 262
May LLft Co 252
May Jno N 261
Moon WHCo 266
MurpheyR H 361
Rackham Geo A 251
Reimers Chas W.... 261
Relnberg Bros 251
Storra 4 Harrison Oo 351
saC&Co 261
ml R Jr 4 Sons 260
$H>ll
Lockland LumberCo 241
Seeda
Beaulieu H 262
Berger HH ft Co.... 288
Black Chas 238
irpee WA & Oo 260
.1 Nurs-ry Oo 238
Clucas&Boddlngton 262
Elliott Wm ft Sons . 238
Iner John ft Co. 260
Harrisons' Nurs 261
Jackson ft PerkinsOo 238
Jennings E B 260
Joosten C H 251
Keeler J 0 238
May LL ftCo 238
McAllister F E Co. . 239
Pitcher 4 Manda... 237
Roikar Aug4 8on8.. 260
Schiller J L 238
SempIeJas 288
'ier& Don 238
Iheim H 238
ulis. Flowering
Bailer FA 266
berckmansPJ 264
Bobbink LO 266
Dreer H A 265
Elizabeth NursCo... 261
Moon WHCo 266
OuwerkerkP . 265
Peterson E S 266
Pitcher ft Manda.... 237
Smith WftT 260
Storra ftHarrlson Co. 261
Watson T R 255
Smilax Plants.
Baller.F. A 256
Boemer Fred 262
^rrAM 211
SIroliilanlhea.
irch WmH 211
Supplies and
Bayersdorter H ft Oo 260
Boston Letter Co . . . 267
Cau-se A L 260
Clark Bros 260
Conley John i Son.. 257
Elliott Wm 4 Sons 238
Ellis ft Pollworth... 267
Ellison W 267
Faust HG 4 00 360
Herrmann A 260
Kennicott Bros Co . . 266
Krick W C 267
KuehnCA 267
McCarthy NF400.. 267
Meyer Jno C ft Co. .. 257
Reed ft Keller 267
RIceM 4 0o 267
RolkBrA4SonB 260
SohlHA 211
Sutherland Goo A... 267
Welch Bros 360
Tools, etc.
Everitt J A 269
Florists' Shear Co. . . 360
PlerceFOftOo. ... 269
HarHson'sNurseries 261
Pullen Alex 364
Vincent R Jr ft Son. 261
Verbenas
DlUon J L.. .... 253
HerrD K 263
HumfeldC 311
Payne Frank S 214
Pike S W 2.'i3
Smith CE 211
Whltton ft Sons 253
Wood Bros 263
Vines andCllinbera
AschmannO 366
BaUerFA 36B
Binley A J 266
BobbinkLO 366
Dreer Henry A 3SS
Eisele 0 360
Elizabeth Nurs. Co.. 364
Moon WHCo 366
Ouwerkerk P 366
Peterson E S 365
Smith W 4T0o.... 260
Storra 4 Harrison Oo 251
Violets
Beckert T F 363
BoulonFd 360
Brenner J 363
Cloud E J 313
Everitt ft Inaall 216
Fryer E 314
Greene 4 Underhlll. 360
Hclnl J O ft Son .... 362
Herr AM 218
NortonTH 214
Pierce MJ 2611
Renard Jos 314
Search Wm H 311
Smith N k Son 353
SupiotF 2.-i0
Weaver HBft Oo... 260
Weld CE 260
Whltton 4 Sons 266
Wants 253
260
The F=i-orists' Excht^nge.
100,000 marie Louise iViolets.
strong, healthy.
otedt
' stock,
60 cts. per 100; S4.00 per 1000.
Cash, with Older, please.
Would exchange fur rooted Carnations.
M. J. PIERCE, Adrian, Mich.
GERANIUMS
VIOLETS.
Geraniums,— Best single, double »nd semi- I
double varieties for Deddiiiy purposes: our selec- I
tinn rooted cuttlngH, $1 36 per 100 labeled. I
Violets,-', Mane Louise " gond. healthy trans-
planted plants from tiatB at tl.25 per 100. or from ,
sand in a few week^ at $7.00 per iOQO. I
Cash with (jrder. Address i
H. B. WBAifER & BRO., Wheatland Mills, Pa. I
Money Order office. Lancaster. Pa. j
WHEN WRITINO MENTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHANGE
PANSY PLANTSi
Schmidt's international choice mixture of i
Pansies. Fine large plants in bud or bloom,
$1.50 per II 0; $10 per 1000. From seed bed, 60
cts. per 100; 84 per 1000; all grown in cold
J. C. SCHMIDT & CO., I
Wholf»alePatiKj(lrowers, Box 24, liRlSTOl, PA i
lAHM '
Pansies Worth Raising
We can still furnish- fe'ood plants, fall ;
and which may bloom in April, at $4 (
" ' icpresB here. " - ^ ».
0. Soltau & Co. • A^v.^n'e." Jersey City, N. J.
Brampton, Ont.
THE FARQUHAR-QUEEN OF VIOLETS
HEADQUARTERS STOCK.
Earliest, Freest, Darkest and mojt Dai
inera for stock. From 3^^-inch pots
■100, by mail; »10.00
TRUE AND PERFECTLY HEALTHY.
ri bad, 1^3.00 per 100. Strong Rooted Run
*1000. Cash with (
C. E. WELD, VIOLET SPECIALIST, ROSLINDALE, MASS.
SUPIOT-THE VIOLET KING
Offers the following varieties of Violets for March delivery. All plants are In perfect
health, having been grown cold.
None of mv Violet houses are heated, thus Insuring perfect health and vigorous growth.
rrlncess of "Wales (Princesse de Galles), introduced by me from France four years ago.
Sl.OO per doz.; $7.00 per 100.
Princess Beatrice, new. $1.00 per doz.; $7.00 per 100.
Admiral Avellan, new. $1.00 per doz.; t7.0u per 100.
Luxoniie. 75c. per doz.; $5.0« per 100.
retlte Blue. 75c. per doz.; $5.00 per 100. Also a large stock of older varieties, such as
Chambron. etc. Prices on application. Cash with all orders.
FRANCIS SUPIOT, 57th St. and Lancaster Ave., PHILADELPHIA, PA.
WHEN WRIT! <» MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGI
VIOLETS MY SPlCIALTY!
On and after March Ist I will be ready to supply*
in any quantity, stock of the following^ varieties :
PRINCESS de GALLES. Si 1a"5e"st VrJd '^r:^^/.?:
grant; strong grower and productive 100, $5; 1000, $45.
I,tJXOKtI>JE per 100, $3.00; per 1000, $25.00.
CALIFORIXIA •' 1.00; " 8 00.
MARIE LOUISE " 50; " 4.00.
^'^ijiliuSK..JI^B All from good plants, rooted runners.
Five French Medals; two American Medals; three Diplomas.
First Premium, Grand Central Palace, New York, under
the auspices of New York Florists' Club.
j /. • Send tin your orders no'w. Cash with order or
^ ' .- satislaclory reference.
FERD. BOULON. Sea Cliff L I., N.Y.
Greer's Royal Exhibition Pansies
w
'E have in surplus be-
yond our regular
requirements about 25,000
fine strong plants of our
Royal Exhibition strain
of Pansies ; these are
seed lings that were trans-
planted into cold frames
in November, wintered
in that shape, and will
mike fine strong stock
in a short time, and
must not be confounded
with small seedlings out
of seed bed.
We offer as long as
surplus lasts at:
$1.00 per 100, or; _ ;
$7.50 per 1000.
HENRY A. DREER, lu chestnut st, Phila., Pa.
WHEN WRrriNQ MENTION THE rLORISTS- EXCHANGE
Habrt Dale is experiencing a peculiarity
with his roses, especially was this the case
through the month of February. The bud
leaning over towards sunset makes a
growth during the night ; the rays of the
sun in the morning cause the bud to
straighten, but leaves a kink or bend in
the neck. This happens only to the heav-
iest and finest buds, and as the stem is in
proportionate thickness to the size of the
bud, it is a problem Harry is trying to
solve and which is causing him sleepless
nights. He has hit upon a partial remedy
by using a wire support, about 12 Inches
long, applied so soon as the bud Is a cer-
tain size. This answers admirably, and as
the blooms bring $5 per 100 more than
ordinary stock, he la nothing out by the
extra trouble. Bride, Bridesmaid, and
Mermet are the kinds most affected ;
Hoste, somewhat, but not to so great an
extent. Some grand stock is being cut.
At time of my visit a shipment was being
made— Bride and Mermet, with 5 feet
stems and heads in proportion. Woottcn
still keeps well. Perle and Sunset are
yet profitable. Cusin is indispensable.
There will be big crops of carnations for
Esster. California and Luxonne violets,
with Snow Crest daisy, are grown In large
numbers, and sell at all times. Here the
double violet really is not In it this season.
Mr. Dale believes in replanting his
asparagus bed with young stock annually.
He has become a disciple of the grafted
stock method of rose growing, and Intends
experimenting this season, arriving at this
decision after visiting the establishment
of A. N Pierson at Cromwell, and reading
Fred. Palmer's system, which he considers
much simpler and less expensive.
W. M
Milwaukee.
Martin Dorward, one of the oldest
Scotchmen of the city, died March 2,
aged 82. He was born in Montrose,
Forfarshire, Scotland, and came to Mil-
waukee in 1845. He was a shoemaker
by trade, but entered the employ of
the St. Paul road. About 25 years ago
he retired, and for many years devoted
his time to the business of a florist and
landscape gardener. He leaves a widow,
three daughters, and two sons.
Exeter, N. H.
Washington.
PANSY PLANTS.
My own Select Strain. Strong i
frames. $4. (JO per 1,0U0 cash.
W. J. ENGLE, Box 211, Dayt
, Ohi
X> .A. IW ^ I ZS ^.
THE JEMKilKiGS 8TRAIK of
Elnest American Gro'^vn Pansies
are up to date and sure to please. Fine stocky
plants from cold frames in bud and bloom. All
large flowering in great variety of colors.
By ei-press $2.00 per 100 ; $15.00 per 1000.
Seed, $1.00 a package.
Cash with order.
E. B. JENNIHGS,'-"?.]!" Southport, Conn.
OROWER OF THE FINEST PANSIES.
VIOLET CLUMPS
MARIE LOUISE. Per 100, $3.00.
ROOTED CUTTINGS
Per 1000 Per 100
GERANIUMS, Double White, Pink
andHed $15 00 2 0
GERANIUMS,mixed,MmeSallProi,
Lemon Verbena, Vincas Var.,
Var.Stevia 12 50 160
MRS. POLLOCK, GERANIUM.
REX BEGONIA 2 00
STROBILANTHES 15 00 2 011
ALTERNANTHERA, VIOLETS.. 6 00 1 00
SWEET ALYSSUM, double 1 00
SALVIA, scarlet, HELIOTROPE,
CARNATIONS 10 00 125
COLEUS, separate varieties 7 60 1 00
mixed 6 00 76
ABUTILON, Souv.de Bonn 2 (10
SNOWCREST DAISY, CYPERUS
ALTERNIFOLIUS 2 00
ROSE, Mermet, Bride, Wootton,
Bridesmaid 1 50
TRAILING QUEEN FUCHSIA
and Double White 2 00
VI NC A VARIEGATA, $4.00, $6.00, $10.00, per 100
Write tor prices on other rooted cuttings. Stock
true to name and extra care in selectiDK.
Terms, Cash or 0. O. D.
GREENE S UNDERHILL Watertown, N.Y.
WHEN WRITlNa MENTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHANGE
The Inangaral Ball.
The decorations at the Inaugural
ball diflfered from those of former similar
occasions In that everything in the way of
bunting and electric work was made sub-
servient to the work of the florist ; hereto-
fore flags and shields were used In very
lavish profusion, and their gandy colors
didn't always harmonize with the sur-
rounding vegetation. This time the flags
were few and tar between, just enough of
them to show that it was an American
event that was being celebrated.
An admirable backgroun \ of white and
yellow cloth for the greenery, was ar-
ranged in every available place on the
walls, balconies, and pUlari-; even the cell-
ing was shut out from view by three
colossal arrangements of white and yellow
challis. Southern smilax and sprays of
andromeda were used principally for spray-
ing. Perhaps the finest work was shown
in the decoration of the two music stands ;
the one in yellow at the east end of the
building was arched in imitation of the
golden doorway of the Transportation
building at the World's Fair. In each of
the upper corners of the structure were
three huge amphion wreaths, made of
gilded andromeda leaves. These wreaths
had a background of green. In the arch
were about a dozen rows of electric bulbs.
Asparagus was used in the treatment of
the groundwork. The front of the stand
had lesser amphion wreaths, with fasten-
ings of China silk. Immense garlands of
Meteor roses running aloDg the entire
front. The stand in the south of the
building, between the two rows of columns,
was draped in white. The spraying of
asparagus on this was very effective.
Bridesmaid roses were made up In gar-
lands and hung along the front and sides ;
at the back of the stand were silvered
amphion wreaths at each corner. Stretch-
ing across from each group was a thick
band of galax leaves, on which the elec-
trician got in some fancy work displaying
the names of McKinley and Hobart. Above
this, and reaching to the second balcony,
were two golden cornucopias which were
made to appear as if they had just been
emptied of their contents, consisting of
some two or three dozen nicely flowered
red azaleas done up in plaques, their roots
In moss and hid in greenery. This piece
of work was especially telling.
Around the front of the first balcony,
small silk flags with shields, alternated
with plaques of azalea plants in bloom ;
down each of the pillars hung long sprays
of electric bulbs.
The fountain in the middle of the court
was fixed np with cork bark, maiden hair
ferns, astllbe and other flowering plants,
the whole being lit up with myriads of
vari-colored electric lights.
In the President's reception room, the
mantel was arranged with Parleyense and
dendrobiums, above this a large mirror
was set In cattleya blooms, and Farleyenf e.
Long-stemmed hybrids and American
Bsauty fliled several good-sized vases In
out-of-the-way places. The walls were
sprayed with galax leaves, worked Into
irregularly-shaped sarlands.
In the Vice-President's room, Bridesmaid
garlands and asparagus were used freely
on the walls, with groups of flowering
plants in the window recesses.
The banquet room had a table set for 60
people; three tall vases were filled with
long-stemmed Beauty; these with Farley-
ense and a continuous garland of pink
roses a short distance from the margin of
the cloth, completed the table work.
In the Army and Navy room, roses and
liUc were the principal flowers. The
Diplomatic room was hung in white and
gold. The mantel was done up in ferns
and lilies, and the walls sprayed with galax
leaves. J. H. Small & Sons did the work.
G. W. Oliver.
Rochester, N. K
The large nursery and packing house of
the Green Nursery Company, situated on
the town line between Chill and Riga, was
burned March 1. The flre started in the
cellar of the packing house. The flames
spread rapidly and were soon beyond con-
trol, as no water was available. The en-
tire packing house and the adjoining barns
were destroyed. The loss is In the neigh-
borhood of $10,000, with an Insurance of
$4000.
Syracuse, N. K
A special meeting of the Central New
York Horticultural Society was held
recently to arrange the schedule for the
annual chrysanthemum show to be held
next Fall. The amount appropriated for
the premium list was $50.
The Plorists' Exchange.
251
IT IS A WINNER!
PnESISEHT CAHNOT.
SIZE. FORM. STEM. FOLIAGE.
Continuous and abundant in blooming. There is an indescribable charm in its delicious coloring.
No one will regret investing in this Rose.
SEE OUR ADVERTISEMENT IN NEXT NUMBER.
_WMeri_WRITINO MEWTIOH •tHEJaBISTSLEXCHUNCt-
EVERV Kl^ORIST OUGHT TO
IMSVRE HIS GLASS AGAINST
HAIL,.
For p^rtlotiUri address
JOHN G. ESLKR.Seo'y.SaddleBlver.N-J.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FtORISTS" EXCHANGE
YOUNG ROSES.
Young Carnations, from Flats,
of Scott, Daybreak, Wave, Alliertini, Meteor,
Garflelii, Alaska, Puritan, Storm King and El-
dorado, at $3 per 100. Clean strong siock.
GEO. A. RACKHAM,
880 Van Dyke Ave., - DETROI r, MICH.
■VHEN WniTINO KZNTION THE n.ORIST'S EXCHANOF
Hardy Roses.
Spring Flowering Bulbs.
Reliable Flower and Vegetable
-^SEKDS.H-
For Catalogues address
C. H. JOOSTEN,
IMPORTER,
193 Greenwich Street, NEW YORK.
...CLOSES.
From 1% in. pott
100^ $20 CO per 1000.
Bride, Brideaiiiald, II M. !«tanley, Itl. N'iri,
.UarieGiilllal, lUiiry WaslilnKlon, Louisj i
Richard, I'luk rsonpert. Ci'lmson
Kambler and Ciotliilde Soupen.
E.n PKES.'S O F C H IN A-Thenew everbloomlnii
hardy pinli ClimblDtr Rose, grows as rapidly as a
Morning Glory; bound to become popular. »3.00 per
lOOi rJ5.00 per 1000.
...GERANIUMS. ..
The very best yarieties, strong plants, from 2\i In.
pots, ready to sbi ft to « in., t2.50 per 100; »20 per lOuO.
Helerantb, I.e Piolet, Jas. V. IHurkland,
Grand Cliancellor. La Kayorlte,
lUra, Chna. Prase. Callfomla,
Our New Heedllnit Geranium, John A. Doyle
'. Ileteranlh and «
anium. »l.00 por 100; »35 00 per 1000.
J. A. DOYLE, - Springfield, Ohio.
President Carnot Rose.
We won First Premium with this rose at the
great Indianapolis 'Mum show last November,
with stems from 3!^ to 4 ft. long. We have a
fine stock of own roots and grafted plants.
Write for prices.
W. W. COLES,
Maple Hill Rose Farm, - - KOKOMO, IND.
ROSES.
HIBISCUS AND GERANIUMS.
I plants. 2ii In. pots. 12.25 per 1(
»2U.OO per 1000. B
Aurippina
Archduke Cha
Boo Sllene
Bride
Urldeamaid
C. Sonpert
i. ol Albany
ieTonlensU
'ucb.'^de Bral
rneat I>Ietz
_loi1o deLyoi
Folkealone
< Van Houtlel
lie. Lombard
»e. Itlarsottin
ee. 8chwaller
Prli
Prea. Gaulaln
M.'stanley Snow Flak"''"'
!tole Sombreull _
iceaaVera Striped La France
lu. iMoi The Queen
tinman Cocbet Victor Hugo
niarleGnlllol White La France
TERMS CASU WITH ORDER.
R.H.MURPHEY,Urbana,Ohio.
THREE HEW RHiLERS
Companions to Crimson
AGLAIA, or YELLGW RAMBLER.
EUPHROSYNE, or PINK RAMBLER.
A clear light red.
THALIA, or WHITE RAMBLER.
Pure white.
Send for free coloritype plate and descriptive
circular of Aglaia. Every florist should handle
these three important novelties. Strong plants
from 2M inch
per 10 ; $16.«l per luu.
Send for Trade List of hardy, field.
Fiuil
ready March let. $2.00
Trees,
JACKSON & PERKINS CO.,
NEWARK. NEW YORK.
BOOattOOORate.
CHAS.W.REIMERS
ROSES.
Bride, Itle
%i.m p
Heruioe
Acrippina, Duchenaof Al
CARNATIONS.
No rust. 2i,;-lnch pots.
Win. Scott, Lizzie illcGiiwan, (3.00
»16.00 per lOCO.
Puritan, «J 00 per 100; llt.OO per 1000.
Bridesmaid,
PALMS.
25 at 100 rate. StroDu. 2-Inch pots. Per I
Latnnla B>rbonfcn $ 5(
IMicenix reclltiKia 15 i
Kfutla ISelmoreana li <
ChnDiierops exceUa 6i
3^ and 4-mch pots.
l.ntania borbonica, 4 i
Plicenix reclVna'ta* is iuc
NEW AND CHOICE ROSES,
CARNATIONS akd
CHRYSANTHEMUMS,
All in A1 Stock, now ready at up-to-date prices.
JOHN N. iVIAY, - Summit, N. J.
REINBERG BROS.
Strong, Healthy I^OSES From 2\i. inch pots.
AMERICAN BEAUTY and TESTOUT .. .$5 00 per 100 ; $40.00 per 1000
S3LDEN O&TE. PERLE BELLE SIEBRECHT. METEOR. BRIDE, BRIDESMAID, KAISERIN
and LA FRANCE, $3.00 per 100; $25 00 per 1000. No orders for less than 100 of oi e variety
accepted. We are the largest Rose growers in the United States, and can fill all orders with the
>; American Beauty, $2.so per loo.
CARNATIONS-Rooted Cuttings.
91 and DELLA FOX $3.00 per 100 ; $2,5.00 per 1000. ROSE QUEEN, $2 ,50 por 100; $30.00 per 1000.
. SCOTT. DAYBREAK, NANCY HANKS. TIDAL WAVE, ALBERTINI, PORTIA, LIZZIE
GILBERT, CORSAIR, LIZZIE MoOOWAN. STORM KING and SILVER SPRAY.
$1.00 per 100; $8.00 per 1000. No orders for less than 100 of any one variety accepted.
1 large lots. The abov
I rooted and free from r
1 ^WABASH AVE., CHICAGO, ILI.S.
ROSES! ROSES!!
STRONG FIELD-GROWN DORMANT PLANTS.
Large stock Gen. Jacqueminot, Paul Neyron, Ulrich Brunner, Magna Charta,
Baroness Rothschild, and other leading varieties of Hybrid Perpetuals, fg.oo per loo ;
|8o.oo per looo.
MOSS ROSES in the ten best sorts, fg.oo per loo. CLIMBING ROSES,
Baltimore Belle, Prairie Queen, Tennessee Belle, and Seven Sisters, strong, 2 years,
$6 per loo.
Wichuraiana (Memorial Rose) field-grown, |S.oo per loo.
1^ A MM AC New Giant Flowered AUSTRIA, strong. ^ in. pot plants,
*"*'"'*'*^" |;3.ooper doz.; |20 per too. A large stock of the cream of the
older varieties, such as Florence Vaughan, Queen Charlotte, Eldorado, Sunbeam,
Alphonse Bouvier, Charles Henderson, Madam Crozy, President Carnot,
Admiral Avellan, Edward Mieg, etc. l)o not fail to get our prices before buying.
CALADIUM ESCULENTUM. ,^°r cemlrs T^^
to lo in., $5 per too. 6 to 7I.,' in , if3 per 100. 5 to 6 in., |2 per 100.
A new pure white of the seniperflorens
type, very free flowering, |2 per doz.
BEGONIA PURITY.
CP D A M I 1 1 lUI C strong 2;^ in. pot plants, large stock of S. A. Nutt,
H.r^**I«i W ■"*»• Marvel, Heteranthe, La Favorite, and other best
bedding sorts, I25 per 1000.
Immense stock of Fruit Trees. Nut Bearing Trees, Grape Vines, and
Small Fruits. One of the largest, if not the largest, assortment of Ornamental
Trees and Shrubs, Climbing Vines, Bulbs, Hardy Perennials, etc., in
America. And 32 greenhouses filled with what the average florist is most likely to want.
Correspondence solicited. Catalogues and trade lists free.
THE STORRS & HARRISON CO., Painesville, Ohio.
WRmna MermoN the i
252
The Plorists' Exchange.
SITUATIONS WANTED.
Rate, 10 cents per line <8 words), each 1d-
■ertlon. Caeh with order. This rate applies only
to situation wanted advertisements and when aet
solid, without display. When letters are addressed In
our care add lO cents t<-' cover expense of forwarding.
"' C.^W^.l c^a
ence. Address
T. G W
, Nyack.N.Y,
) Florists' Excha
-narried. with two children. Mac.
AKT-HO WANTS a practical florist nnd garden
** thorouphly experienced in commercial bui
nets or private olaces; American; "trictly sober ai
reliable. Geo. Letter. Millbrook N. Y.
eiTUATlON T
*^ oerianCG in
oare Florists' Exrha
PARDENEB, 26 years, single, wants situation i
"^ assistant In a commercial place: S years' espei
ence in ar^^enhnuaes, nursery, landscape and vea
table eardenine: uond references. Address F. ft!
care Florists' Exchange.
ClTUATION wanteri by flrst-class erower of
^. ^carnations, viniets./mums. eic : sjnple. i
Cromwell, Conn,
of reference from
weaen ; nave had charee six
mployer. Address Box 370,
HELP WANTED.
VU & IVTPTI ^^ experienced florist, who
»* Ai\ 1 EfU js capable of taking care of
palms, shrubs, bulbs, etc., in a retail store.
t, who is a worker and a good grower of
ral florist stock. Give full particulars as
cferencc, ability, etc. G. R. I , care
ists* Exchange.
-WANTED.
TV ANTED
Experienced man as working^ foreman, must
understand yrowing of roses, carnations and
chrysanthemum*!. Address, with references
and wages expected,
Brooklyn, N. Y.
R. McCULLOUQH, Fulton St., has gone
out of business.
Emil Zbllkr has removed to Fulton St.,
near Nostrand ave.
Mrs. James Robertson is conducting
the hu.siness lately carried on by M. Fuchs,
at 157 Bridge st.
Bnsiness here is moving slowly during
Lent. Flowers are not over-plentiful, but
are sufflcfent for all demands.
Peter Mallon & Co. had the decora-
tions for the Brooklyn Bicycle Show ; they
were in perfect keeping with the grand
display of wheels there made.
Wm. Krick hasjust received from Wash-
ington, the patent papers foi- his adjust-
able flower pot lifter, an article that, he
says, is having an Immense sale.
Me. Tract, of 266 Court st., recently
suffered a great bereavement in the death
of hin son, who was in business with him;
he will now carry on the store alone.
Woodhaven, N. Y.
Henri Beaulieu has been given the sell-
ing agency for the firm of Ch. Molin, of
Lyons, France, seed growers and horticul
turists.
Allentown, Pa.
John A. Losch, formerly engaged in the
nursery business here, died, March 6, In a
hospital for the Insane at Philadelphia.
He was 64 years of age, and a native of this
place.
CREENHOUSESandLAND.
TO I^EASE.
On
of <
goinir abroad for a
mber of years the John Hendergon Co.
will lease to a responsible party their property
at Flushing, L. I., consisting of 62,600 square
feet of glass, seven acres of land, three dwelling
houses, stables, horse, wagon, &o., for a term of
years. For all particulars apply to
JOHN HBNDEKSON CO., FlashlDg, N. T
FOR SALE AT A BARGAIN.
reenhouees. U.OOOfeet of f
ouse. all in good healthy
ind stables, all inside city Itmite. of t
.en railroads. 15 minutes' ride from clt
rade in both cities, and Burroundin.-
^k
I Cts. WORTH OF TOB AC-OIL FUMIGATES s'dTr.
of floor space, exterminates at one application all Green Files,
non-injurious to most delicate blooms, perfectly pure, white in color.
Vaporizes completely, leaving no sticky, dirt}- mafs to burn and smolie.
It is Oil of Nicotine. If not perfectly satisfactory, your money
back. Booklet free. h. a. Stoothoff, 315 Madison Ave., N. Y.
25,000 GERIHIOHIS 25,000
Also bedding and basket plants later.
Colens Rooted Cuttings. 75c. per
100; $6.00 per 1000. Cash with order.
GEO. W. GASKILL, WARREN, OHIO.
Pansies! Pansies!
Bugnot, Gassier, Odier, and Trimardeau.
Large stocky plants, transplanted last Novem-
$4.oo per looo.
Mammoth Verbenas, 70c. per 100; $5.50 per 1000.
Whltton & Sons, '^""'"FTit...,,
City and Green Streets, - UTICA, N. Y.
STRONG, HEALTHY ROOTED RUNNERS OF
MiRIE LOUISE VIOIETS.
$4.00 per iOOO.
Also fine lot of ANTHERICUM VITTATUM VAR.,
in 4 inch, at $6.00 per lOO.
J. BRONNER. 301 BeecherSt. Syracuse, N.Y.
R09TED CUTTINGS.
Heliot
.H.COr
miums. best named sorts, »1.50 pei- 100, »15.00
rain. »1 50 oer lOU.
100. Age
\ 76c.
White: »100ierlOO. MmerSal'le
». In 2« In •
ulse Violets. I
SI rail
.erlOO _ _
Pet-. 75c. per ICO. Pyrelhrnm, LittI
100. Giant Dbl. Alv>8i>ii -
Ion Pinks, McGowsn. Port
White. »l,00per 100. Mme. ^
im.. In 2« Incn pots. t2.(,0 pel
Ise Violets. "
1100 per 100. Cash
WM. J. CHINNICK, Trenton, N
i2i«i
Cinerarias, pe^m"'"'" "'°™ ^ ^""^ ^'^' ***'
illernanthera. ^^'^ an" yeiiow, 75 cts. per 100.
naraniiint Mrs. Parker, double pink, silver
ueraniUm, edged, 50 cents per dozen.
MRS.THOS. LAWRENCE, Ogdensburg, N.Y.
CLDCAS & BODDINGTON CO., |
nporters. Exporters and Oroners' Agentu of j
Plants, Seeds and Bulbs, I
501 and 503 W. 13t/iSt., S
BETSCHER BROS. OFFER
Fine Gernnlu
2-liiCh, per 1000..
Petunias. 2-lneh, per 100
Chrysanihenium.. 2-in., pe
Florist should plant GIndio
BETSCHER BROS.. C.
Another Batch ?; »"
WANTED.
A good, thoroughly experienced florist for
growing outdoor flowers ; single man pre-
ferred.
Address, BOX 433, WASHINGTON, D. C.
GREENHOUSES and LAND.
FOR SALE OR RENT.
On account Of owner's death, the Clinton Green-
Hiid tioriats' requisites; well establlBhed; in good
ApDly to QEORGe'sCOTT. Rom "n.**Y.'^"^'
FOR SALE CHEAP. LTk^^d^^^i^irenTfJ
N. Y. City, two story dweltlne. [* roomB. all heated
hy steam. Good barn and dwellinR for foreman
raying business established. 5!^ acres of choice
lTu% ?o'r8'emn'^i?'"Vor^f^nhe?''a'"rticuta*'®^'^^ ^^^
M. J., Florists' Exchange. ^^^^'
FOR RENT.
A flne greenhouse plant of 4000 feet of glass,
ilh one acre of ground, near live eastern city.
ine opportunity for right man. No dwelling.
Address G. H., Florists' Exchange.
FOR SALE OR RENT.
Thirty acres of the Bnest market gar-
'leu laud in Orange County. Expressly
adapted to the raising of celery and
onions. Terms easy. Address
JMA.RKET GARDEIS.
P. O. Box fiS, Newbureh. N. Y.
not atTord to overlook this otter. Address
IOWA, care The Florists' Exchange
FOR SALE.
Twenty-six miles from New York City, 4
greenhouses (5000 feet of glass); 15 acres of good
land, 3 acres planted to fine fruit, including
apples, pears, peaches, cherries and plums; a
large barn, 38 x 40 feet, in good order. Green-
houses were all rebuilt last fall, heated by two
Weathered Boilers and 4 Inch pipe. Price
$3,500 cash.
Address, McM., office of this paper.
FOR SALE CHEAP AND EASY TERMS,
One New BICYCLE and One Second-hand,
taken for debt.
Address for particulars, L. A., care Florists'
Exchange.
SMILAX FOR EASTER
Fine heavy strings, only 15c. per stiing. Get
in your orders early. Cash with order.
A. J. BA(.D^VI7«, Kewark, Oliio.
50,000 SMILAX, U.'SS%f^,
Hydranue.i, .1 m.. dormant. M.OO per 100. Send foi
Samples. Cash with the order.
KREn. BOERWER. Cape May < Itv. N.J.
MRS. THEODOSIA B. SBEPHERD,
Hybridizer and Grower of Novelties, offers
the entire stock of some Grand New Be-
gonias, New Abutllons, and a New Dwarf
Double Fuchsia. Correspondence solicited.
Ventura by the Sea, California.
FINE PLANTS.
15.000 Pansies from cold frames... . 150
angles from »eed beds, per 1000, »3.60. ...'!.! (in
Alternanthera. red and yellow . 2(0
HOdOSmilai.ready April let. 2-incb pots 150
JOS. H. CUNmNCHAMri^elaware, O,
WHEN wnrriNO mcntion the florists- exchange
Galiforflia liiaiil Daisy
Now ready. $1.00 per doz ; J6.00 per 100.
RUDOLPH FISCHER, Great Keck. N.Y.
Rooted Rose Cuttings,
Healthy, well-rooted cuttings from the besi
aowerlDft wood. Meteor. Slebrecht. Woot
ton, Perle, Bride, Bridesmaid. $1.S0 iier 100
L. L. MAY & CO.,
St. Paul, Minn
SMILAX BULBS
Two and three years old, $2.00 per W.
Heliotrope, dark, rooted cuttings, $1.00
iier 100. Standard varieties of Carna-
tions, 'Mums, California and M. Louise
Violets and Bedding; Plants, cheap
on application. CASH.
B. F. B&USM&N,
MillBrsville, Pa.
ASTERS
trade pkt.,25 <
H. BEAULIEU.
odhaven, L. I.,
NEW SINGLE VIOLET
SPECIAL FINE STOCK
»^ROSESN-
S-incli pots, ready for 3>iucli.
Per 100 Period
$4 00 $35 01
Bride
Bridesmaid
Perles des Jardlus
Kaiserin AuEusta Vict
Plerpont Morgan
Belle Siebreclit
Cash with Order.
WM. C. SMITH,
6ist and Market Sts., Phila.
WHEN WHITING MENTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHANGE
ADIANTUM CUNEATUM,
Pteris Gretica Albo Lineata,
Pteris Hastata.
t of 21^ in pots, BRUNNER, MAGNA
CHARTA, BRIDE, BRIDESMAID. PERLE.
SAFRANO. JACQ., KAISERIN. St 09 per IW;
130 00 per 10' 0. TEAS, $3.00 per 100, $25 00 per
000. Cash with order. 10 per cent, off for cash
The LaRoche & Stahl Flower Go. Ltd.,
COLLIHGDALE, DEL. CO., PA.
•HEN WnmNO MENTION THE rLORISTS* EXCHANGE
WE ARE HEADQUARTERS.
Fine stock in '2 inch pols $1.00 per doz.
$6.00 per 100. Casli with order.
Jno. Q. Heinl & 5on,
TERRE HAUTE, IND.
LITTLE BEAUTY
FUCHSIA.
The best seller ever introduced. Has no equal
!15 a money maker; begins to bloom profusely
in February. Strong plants from aj^ In. pots,
$5.00 per 100.
GERANIUMS.
Silver Cloud, McMabon, Happy Thouglit,
2^ii
•lOO.
pdlloeli, from 2ii in. pots, $6.00 per 100.
La Favorite, the only good white, 2^ in. pots,
$4.00 per 100.
BEGONIAS.
Rex, C. L. Erdody, 2i4 in. pots. $7.00 per 100.
■ ■ riety, 2^ in. pots, $5.00 per 100.
LINCOLN 1. NEFF, FLORIST.
^OIO Butler St., PITTSBURG, PA.
March 13, 1897.
The Plorists* Exchange.
253
ch (or 40c. by I
oAlVlrLC HERB'S Fine Coleus
ORDER seerarrro^.-.,,.
r ♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦
E.G. HILL & CO.. ♦
t Wholesale Florists,*
: :
♦ RICHMOND, INDIANA. ♦
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CHRYSANTHEMUMS!
name for t2 00 per 100 ; :t5c. per d
Mrs. II. Robinson. Mrs. Jen
Weddina, Major lionnaffoi), M
Johnson. Ladf Pla; '
Bood. J. E. Lager.
Nemesis, Helen Bk.
DAVID SCOTT, Fredonia, N. Y.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
E. Dallledouze, \,. Boehmer,
Balsley. W. H. Lincoln. Ivory. lora, at »:i.0O per 100.
G. OhildB. Golden Weddlnp, bJda PrasB, M. Hender-
son, at tl.OO per 100. Cnsb with order.
JOHN C. EISELE,
20th & Ontario Sts.. PHILADELPHIA, PA.
20 GHIiYSIIITHElMS mim
For SI. 00, Postage Fald.
Mrs. H. Robinson, Philadelphia, Queen, E.
Dailledouze, Major BonDEffon, and 15 oilier
varieties. Send tor List.
Double and Single Geraniums, SS.hO lier 100.
HARVEY B. SNOW, Camden, New York.
NEW
Chrysanthemums
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
»n WcCdiilK. Mriie. F. Perrin, Modesto. Fink Ivory.
Ituth Ellis, Vloiesccnt. Wm. Simpson. Yanoma, elc.
3tc. sturdy stock, grown cold. Standard eomnier-
''"' '"'"'carnations.
Fiora Hill, Emma Wocher, Lily Dean. Maud
liean. Mayor Plnwree. Morelio. Mrs Chas. H. Duhme
Mrs. Geo. M Brudt. Vlctorand others at trada prices.
10.000 Alaaka, sturdy cuttings from soil, »2.00
pfrldO; $16. per 10 0.
10,000 Win. Mcolt. sturdy, cuttings from soil,
»1 .'lOpprlOO: »10I0 per 1000.
FARQUHAIt VIOLETS, from 2 In. pots. 13.00
per 100: f 2J.00 per lOtO. Cash with order.
XHEO. F. BECKEItT,
II nilies be'low Pittsburg, Pa.
VERBENAS==E
ROOTED CUTTINGS and
PLANTS. Finestnek, low
!. Exp' ess prepaid.
for PRICE LIST of
PIKE, St. Charles, III
JAPANESE INCURVED CHRYSANTHEMUM
"CASCO."
A distinct shade of bright garnet. Stem
short and sti-ong. The beat selling daik colored
clirysiintheraum ever offered, eltiier for cut
llowers or pot plants.
CertiHcated by C. S. A., 1896.
Fifty cents each; «4.00 per dozeu.
CALVIN S. GODDARD,
MToodfords, - - Maine.
CHOICE STRONG ROOTS, |G Per 100.
Our Descriptive CarnationS
TRADE LIST vamanuuj
has been mailed.
Violets
If it has not been received ^ iv/i»>to
THE ASKING _
will place it on your desk. l^OSCS
NATHAN SMITH HON. Adrian, Mich,
NOVELTIES AND STANDARDS
vef°''Try''Mir'le«'<:• Yellow Monarch.
Earliest Large Flowering
Yellow Chrysanihemum.
Japanese. Blooms certificated at New York and Boston, October 7, 1896.
Now ready, from 3'| inch pots, excellent stock. Price, $3.50 per doz., $25.00 perlOO.
DAILLEDOUZE BROS.,
(Klatbush,) BROOKLYN, N. Y.
NEW
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
mim
ttEFENDER. Bright Dark Ciimson, refiexed, does not show under side of
petals. 3}^ ft. size, 9 inches stout stem, goo.i foliage up to the bloom, easy to
grow. Best Crimson to date, N. C. S. Cerlificate. 50c. each ; $5.00 perdoz,
$35.00 per 100.
GEO. S. K ALB. Early White, Oct. 2d. Slightly reflexed, 3 ft. size, 6 to 7 inches
stout stem good foliage to the bloom. We have grown this 3 years and find
it best all around Karly White we have seen, N. C. S. Certificate. A money
maker for you. S.'ic. each; $3 50 per doz. ; $25.00 per 100. Distribution March 1 .
CASH OR SATISFACTORY REFERENCE.
FlStlBF i ElaS, Toll Gate, Belair Ave., BaltlOrB, Pll
WHEN WRftlNG MENTION THE FVORIST'S EXCHANGt
GERANIUMS, i"ar^e1fe*s'."^
es; Heliotrope, 3 varieties:
iesi FloneriuE Begonln..
Stock in Line of Leading Varieties.
.rletles;
,2ifii
HRA'S%NTIIK.nUi1IS-15 standard varieties,
2H incli pots, 13.00 per 100.
^- Lots of other FLORISTS' STOCK at
30orcliiigly low pi-ices. Write for particulars.
Few GenJstaand Rex Begonias left,at $1..W
^-Strictly CASH with order.
GREENE COUNTY FLOR&L NURSERY,
^VUlte Hall, 111.
ColeuBt fine clean cuttin
beet fancy. 76c. per 100;
Transplanted, f
Verbena* Mammoth, fine
Jf.'oO per \m.
PansTt Buenot and Giant
Geranium, foi
AKcratiitn, tapia oiue. uuet
HeliolropeSj^S^i^lTn..,^
red. yello^i
1000.
rsc. perlOf;
D. K. HERR, Rider Avenue, Lancaster, Pa.
WHEN wnrriNO iinimew jww >ip«iaTS- exchanoe
100,000 VERBENAS.
•*h NO RUST OR TUYILDEJni*
Packed lieht and satisfaction guaranteed. Send for circular.
3 tlie largest growers of Verbena, in tlie country. Oar plants cannot \— -
, J. L. PlM^OJi, Bloomsburg, Pa.
WELL-KOOTED BVTTIUGS
That GROW and Give Satisfaction.
We have shipped thousands of Rooted Cuttings all through the Winter to every
State, and have not had a single complaint. We Pack Secure and guarantee
satisfaction. At hundred rates we ship prepaid.
5,000 GEBANIBMS, single and double. 25
Centaur. La Favorite, etc.
labeled, at $1.5U per 100; $12.50 per 1000
Mi.ved, in 15 varieties, $1.25 per 100 ; $11,011 pe
inoo. We grow such good sorts, as Erdody
King - ■■ .r........ o.., i.„,.i
, Cleraenti
8,000 FUCHSIAS. Black Prince,
der Strauss, Monarch, White Gi
other eqnally as good sorts, lal
$1.25 per 100 ; $10.00 per 1000.
10,000 FLOWERING BEGONIAS,
Argentea Guttati
$1.50 per 100 ; $10.00 per 1000.
20.000 HARDY PINKS. Her Majesty.
Juliette. Brunette, May, Gertrude, Earle of
CarlU'e, Laura Wilmer and Snnw. $1.00 per
lUO ; $8.00 per lOOO; 5O0O for $35.00.
4 000 EMPRESS OF CHINA, the new ever-
blooming hirdy apple blossom pink Climbing
".>«<■ Immensely popular rose for retail
$1.50 per 100; $13.00 per 1000.
1,000 HELIOTROPE,
IlicarDiadema, Berthe de Chateau
rocher, etc. $1.50 per 100; $10.00 per 1000.
4,000 COLECS, 35 sorts, 75o. per 100; $6.U0 pe
1000.
■WILl. EXCHANGE for small pi
a°l'dKa'mos^y8%1Lrs''HSdyaiSwn''ganrHybn-dP^^^^
Fe?n'^LophTpermu1n Scanlens.",^ Grande, and Clematis Paniculata, H
ESTABLISHED 1866.
Ampelopsis Veitchii, Primula
I..U o.uouo.,, ,- n. Hydrangeas, Otaksa, T.^Hpgg
u8'pTotu8rHardy'"c:"imbing and Hybrid Perpetua
ad .lackmanni.
A. B. DAVIS & SON,
Purcellville, Va.
«ENTIpN_TJHE_FLORJSTS!_
LARGEST
and
FLOWERS
BESX MAMMOTH, rooted cuttings.......
OLDER MAMMOTH, rooted cuttings. ..
BEST MAMMOTH, strong pot plants
OLDER MAMMOTH, strong pot plants
=■ VERBENAS "'is
STOCK
$1 26 ; per 1000, $10 00
STRONG
HEALTHY
CtRMtTIOIIS
ROOTED
CUTTINOS
irmazindy, Ivory.Della Fox, Tii-
yn,p,, 5(
Juttercup. M. H. Stanley 3 £
Jridesmald, Meteor, Storm King,
Eldorado, Albert ini, Alaska, Day-
break, Puritan 3 (
aeanHole, liouton d'Or 2(
rhos. Cartlertge 2 I
L,izzieMcGowan, Portia, Wm, Scott. 1 I
STRONG ROOTED CUTTINGS.
Fuchtttan, double and Bingle.
FeTerfew, Dwarf Gem
Heliotrope. Itghtand dark..
MISCELLANEOUS PLANTS.
Per 100
Geraniums, fragrant, from 2H in. pots... $4 00
Lantanas, 12 fine varieties, from 214 in.
pots * 00
Pelargoniums, 20 fine varieties, from
2y"in.pota 6 00
Pansies, fine strain, transplanted,
$10.00 per lOOO 1 25
Vincas Varlegata and Elegans, 4 in. pots,
Cauiias,' Dormant Tiibers! Send tor
list of varieties.
CIIRYS1IITII[M0MS
ROOTED CUTTINGS. POTTED PLANTS.
Ada Spaulding, Mme. Fred. Ilergmann, Helen
Bloodgood,ElinorD. Smith, Harry Man, Oak-
land, Olympus, M. M. .lohnson, Jeniile Falkner,
M, Richard Dean, Gladys Spaulding, Mrs.
Henry Kobinson, Nemesis, Pink Ivory, Mrs.
McK. Twombly, Niveus, Potter Palmer,
Mrs. S. Humphreys, J. E. Lager. J.H.Troy,
Harry May, Mrs. J. B.Crane, Frank Thompson,
Dorothy Toler, J. H. Starin, Pitcher & Manda,
Viviand-Morel, Marg. Graham.
Hooted Cuttings, $200 per 100; $17.60 per 1000.
From 25< in. pots, 4.00 " 35.00
Pres, W.K.Smith, Eugene Dallledouze,Ivory,
Tbos. H. Brown, CulUngfordii, Minnie Wan '
maker. Miss May Wheeler, Mr ■"•"•■ ^'
W. H.Lincoln, Mrs. Jerome Jr
Rooted Cuttings. Klil.n
From 2M In. pots, 3.0
. J.G. Whilldin,
-y^OOO BROS., FislilsLill, IT.Y.
ENTIONTHC FtOHIST'S EXCHANGE
254
The F=i-orists* Exchange.
BIT
STAKBARD8.
Height of stem 3)J to 4 I
DiEimeter of heads, 4 feet
liun
PYRAMIDS. E[
Height of pyramids, 10 feet gl(l
Diameter at base, 3>^ feet.
Height of pyrainidB, 8 feet 1
Diameter at base, 3 feet.
Heipht of pyramids, 6 to 7 feet 5
The Best in Trade. Packing 75c. ea. ; [
Cash with order or good references.
DE SMET BROS.. Kurserymen,
DELAWARE COLLEGE AGRIGULTURiL
EXPERIMENT STATION.
DEPAETMENT Off HORTICULTDBB
HOETI0UI.TUBI8T AND ENTOMOLOOlSr,
Newark. Del.. Dec. 15,
Mr. a. Pullen. Milford, Delaware.
for peach yellows, peach rosette and San Jose
and have been unable to find any of the abov(
cultles or any other injurious Insects or diseas
Yours very truly,
G. HAROLD POWELL,
Horticulturist and entomologi
el aware College Agricultural Experiment 8t
PEACH: PLUM TREES
FOR SPRING DELIVERY, 1897.
Reliable and clean >tock at low whole-
sale rates. Send for Surplus Lists.
ASPARAGUS ROOTS.
2 and 3 Years, Strone.
ALEXANDER PULLEN,
lirUord Nurseries. MIIFOKD, DEL.
: rt.OaiSTS' EXCHANGF
100,000 Privet, IJ^c. to 5c.
20,000 AMPELOPSIS VEITCHII.
to 18 in., 4c.; 2 ft., .5c.; 3 to 3J4 ft., 7!^c.
; Age Fruit Trees, Prices on
Application.
JAPAN MAPLES, 151.^3 fo'4V,''?5k' ">'"•■
Tree Paeonias, 30 varieties, 3 years, 70c.
Banibusa, 10 new varieties, 40c.
Hardy Phlox, large clumps, 5c.
Latania Borbonica, 3-incb puts, 5c.
Hydrangea Otalcsa, $3 00 per 100.
Lilium Harris! i, in bud tor Euster, at4c. per
bud.
THE ELIZABETH NURSERY CO. '="?,^'r'^"-
WATERLILIES
EGYPTIAN LOTUS and
VICTORIA RECIA.
We are specialiHts in this line and carry
a full line of Aquatic Plants suitable for
all purposes.
iir quarter!}' trade list and general cnta-
HENRY A. DREER, 714 Chestnut Street, PHILADELPHIA.
3 MENTION THE FLOROT'S EXCHANGF
F.&F.NurserJes
SPRINGFIELD, N.J.
station MILBUKN,
PEaCHIHEEU
free from scale
r thousand.
Write for Surplus
List, piving varieties,
ber of each, also other stock
W. p. BRINTON,
Christiana, Pa.
VEGETABLE PLANTS.
L.ETTCCE. BlB Boston and Grand Kaplds,
15 ctB. per 100; «1 per 1000.
CABBAGE. Jeree; Wakefield and other
varieties. 16c. per 100; *1 per 1000.
TOMATOES. Now ready, snail plants for
transplanting. Extra Early Red, Royal Red, Stone,
and Paracnn, 15c. per 100: *1 per lOOO.
Also EGG, PEPPERandCAULIFLOWER
PLANTS. Price list on application.
Cash with order, please.
R. VINCENT JR. i SON, White Marsh, Md.
GRAPEVINES
.^■^ ■ * '^ ■ ^ Small Fruits.
All old and new varieties. Eitra quality. Warran-
ted true. Zi(re.v/ ra/^N. Descriptive Cataloffue Frpi'
T. S. HUBBARD CO., FREHONIA, N. V.
10,000 California Privet, TiSs°"two "
more branches, at $1.60 per 100; Sio'per 1000.
13 to 15 inchef , $1 per inO; $8 per lUOO.
Double Pearl Tuberose Bulbs, ^f-^l-* .^f
per 100; $7 per 1000. No. 2—3 to 4 (rood fliwer-
ing bulbs, 50c. per 100; $3perlC00; all packet
to carry safely without extra charge.
CHAS. BLACK, Hightstown, N. J,
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA.
DEPARTHENT OF AQRICULTURE.
FLOEAnALH, Pa., Oct. 17, 1896.
"lis is to cert
inspected thL „
; Floradale, County of
found no indicati.
-. Rosette, Yellow:
• diseases" that might be t
stock of C. L. Lonirsdorf,
50,000 PEACH l*owe°sfpric
C. L. LONGSDORF, Floradale, Pa.
AGERATUM, blue,2KiQ- POts $3 50
ACHYRANTHES in three varieties, 2)^ in. pots 3 00
BEGONIA, good assortment, 3^ in. pots 4 00
■' Vernon, 3W in. pots 3 so
CANNAS, dry roots!
" Alphonse Bouvier 3 00
" Charles Henderson .» 2 50
" Florence Vaughan 4 co
** Mme. Crozy 3 ,cO
" Queen Charlotte 8 00
Prices of newer varieties on application.
CHRYSANTHEMUM FRUTBSCENS HALLERII AUBEA, new yellow Paris Daisy,
coLEus°i??eadinB Varieties! ■^'inrpot8.r.'.!!!i!r.i!;;!'.v.!!;!!!i'.;:;;;;!'!!!!!!!:!:!!.'^ loo
Rooted Cuttings, extra strong. Golden Redder and Verschafleltii, our
specialty. $7.50 per 1000. $6.00 per 1000 in lots of fOOO and over 1 00
ECHBVERIAsecundaglauca 4 00
D AI ■ilES, Hardy English from cold frames 2 00
FORGET-ME-NOT, fine plants from cold frames 3 BO
FUCHSIAS, grand assortment, 2J4 in. pots 3 50
10,000 GERANIUMS, Bruant, La Favorite, Celestial and Gen. Grant, 2H in. pots,
$35.00 per 1000 ...?! ^...' 3 00
6000 GERANIUMS, best new and old varieties. $30.00 per 1000 3 M
1000 ■• IVY, good mixture 3 00
HELIOTROPB,4in. pots, very strong 6 00
600 MUSA ENSETB. fine plants from 6, 6 and 10 in. pots. Prices on application.
PRIMULAOBCONICA. Sin. pots, fine plants BOO
SWAINSONA galegifolia alba, 2)^ in. pnts 4 00
" " rosea, " " 4 00
ROOTED CUTTINGS. Let us price yonr wants
Trade List Free on Application.
CASH with order from unknown customers or C. O. D.
Orders amounting to $6.00 and over F. O. B., N. Y. City.
SEAWANHAKA GREENHOUSES, Oyster Bay. Qus^ns Co., N. Y.
JA8. 0. OLABK, Supt. P. O. BOX 34 WM. L. SWAN, Froprl«t«r.
AZALEA INDIOA.
KZAL-EK INDICK.
F=OR EKSTEH POFeCINC
We offer a very fine lot of Azaleas, comprising the most distinct and best
vaiieties in cultivation, embracing all shades of crimson, white, pink and rose
culor They are shapely specimens, -well " headed" double and single flowered
ind will make splendid plants for Easter decoration. It is almost impossible to
bhip Azaleas when in bloom and have them arrive in good condition, hence tlie
necessity of procuring them in advance before the buds open. Order earfy.
These Azaleas have been grown especially for us by the largest grower in
Belgium, and the greatest care has been taken to ensure plants well set wilh
hud^, carefully selected varieties that will be certain to please, and compact,
shapely plants. By special arrangement we are enabled to offer this grand stock
at the following very low rates. '
Sizes. Per doz. Per 100.
( 9 to It inch heads, established plants, in pots $5 00 $40 00
PRICE: - 11 to 13 " " " " " 7 50 55 00
( 13 to 16 " " " " " 9 00 70 00
6 sold at dozen rates, 25 at 100 rates.
PETER HENDERSON & CO.,
35 CORTLANDT STREET, Mention paper, NEW YORK.
Baltimore.
The Market.
The glut in violets did not occur
until this week, when Saturday last they
were sold for 15c. per 100, the flowers being
the double varieties. No single ones are
grown here to any extent. Carnations are
still holding out. There was a slight over-
production of whites, but the finer colored
ones were In good demand. Good roses
are not over-plentiful. Harrisll are going
to waste ; this Is also the case with callas.
The Clab.
The annual election took place at
last meetine. Our venerable colleague,
James Pentland, received the highest
honor that the Club could confer. No
doubt the position of president will be
well filled this year. Mr. Moss was elected
vice-president. Brother Moss is always
ready to serve. His previous record as
president will enable him to act well In
times of necessity. Mr. Flitton as record-
ing, and Mr. Binder as financial secretary,
represent the private gardeners* interest.
William B. Sands is officiating for the
eleventh year as treasurer; none better.
John Wagner was elected librarian.
After adjournment the boys repaired to
the banquet hall, where 45 out of the 135
members of the Club participated In the
feast. As usual, Toastmaster Sands offici-
ated in that capacity. The brethren told
some interesting stories and made some
beautiful and funny remarks, and at a late
hour we dispersed.
Carnalion Heeling.
Monday. March 22, has been select-
ed for a carnation exhibit, especially of
novelties. All introducers are kindly re-
quested to send their fiowers for exhibl-
ciop, so that our growers may have an op-
portunity to see the quality of the novel-
ties that are bting introduced. Anyone
wif-hing to send fiowers for that day should
address them to Edwin A. Seidewitz, 38
West Lexington street, Baltimore, Md.
Sew Rose.
John Cook has a white sport of
Maman Cochet. It has all the good quali-
ties of the original, with the exception that
it is of a pure white color. It has a good
growth and is mildew-proof.
Jotting!.
Harry Ekas is about again.
Mr. Boas, of Edwards & Docker, Phila-
delphia, was in town this week.
Edwin A. Seidbwitz.
Dunkirk, Ind.
The Dunkirk Greenhouses, owned by
James R Johnston, and comprising 6,000
feet of glass, were hadlv dimaged by fire
the night of March 5. The stock, consist-
ing of one houFe of carnations, oneof roses,
one of potted rlants, is a total loss. The
plant will he rebuilt. Loss is estimatfdat
$2,000. It is supposed to have been started
by tramps.
CITY
V^ vitrawberrv
Finestflavorilargeandsolid. ^
Bear enormously. Donald's
Elmlra Asparagus Roots; a
Greensboro Peacli, Japan
Inn- '■ ■■ =- ~
ail Fruits, Tenn.
'■ FREE.
HDUSGRIES, UEULJLN, SlU.
"TopmHipOT"
Both in Size and Quality.
The following "Specialties'' now ready;—
Inches. 100
Olea Fragrans, stocky and well , 12-16 $12 OU
branched 118-20 15 oo
Oranges and Lemons, best vars., 1 10-12 20 00
grafted on Tritoliata, bushy . 1 16-18 3U 00
Orangea, Ocahelte, bushy 8-10 8 00
" 12-16 16 00
Mareclial Nlel Roses, strong, field
grown, budded on Manetti, 3-4
Icet $125.00 per 1000 16 CO
Marechal Niel Roses, strong, 18-24
inches $100.00 per 1000 12 00
Soupert, Favie and Mignonette
Roses, on own roots, $80.00 per 1000 7 00
Flous Elastica 13 20 00
Biota Aurea Nana 8-10 12 00
12-15 1500
Latanla Horbonlca, 4 in. pots,
2-3 leaves showing character. .13-14 30 00
Fandanus Uttlis, 4 in. pots 12-14 20 00
Phoenix Canarlensis, and Reoli-
nata, 3 in. pots 12 12 00
Phoenix RecUnataand Leonensts,
well formed, 4 in. pots 12-16 26 00
Phoenix Sylvestrls, very fine, 5 in.18-20 40 00
Packing at cost. Above rates do not apply to
less than 60ofa8ort. Send for trade list. Address
P. J. BERCKIMANS, Augusta, Ca.
WHFN WRITIBG MENTION THC FI.OHIST'B EXCHANGE
STRONG PLANTS OF LILIUMHARRISII
Gen. Grant. \Vh
{h, right (or Easter, at (:
GERANIVMS.
NYMPH£4 OpORATA ^ j^l'^i''^^'^'
Giant Double and Dwf. Double Sweet Aiyssum
LANTANA. Du.„rt, YcHow 0,aoge.
DWARF BLUE AGERATUM, tO^^lISi
Also Chry«anth.
R. VINCENT, Jr., S SON, White Marsh, Md.
THE FLOntSTS
CLEMATIS |J^l!;^;^;rVll™pe[M»
DOWNING GOOSEBERRIES ^^ "S
special low prices.
SMIL&X ISVr'S-
HERB4CE0IJS^P£0NY ^rr Z""%i^.^
F. A. BALLER, Bloomington,
year 2K in pot
IF YOU IMPORT ANY
FLORIST OR RORSERy STOCK,
LOUIS VAN KOERT, General Agent,
296 DorchasUr Sinai. - So. Boalon, Maaa.
■ exCHANGC
FOR EASTER BLOOMmO.
Harriall L.lli«a, strone, .4-inch pots
Cobelia Cardinalls
monarda nldyma, clomns
Oenothera Kraseri and Splendens, 2)^-inch pols....
Pardanthus Sinensis, nhukberry Lilv
Platvcodon Grandlflorum, 1 year old clumps
Hardy Pinlis-Her Mnie.sty, Mrs. Sinkins, Laura Wile
.Tiiliottc and Prince Arthur, stronif clumps
Herbaceous Paeonias, 12 choice varieties, strong
Hardy Phlox, 26 varieties, 2inch pots
Primula Kosea
Sedum A ere
Statice ArmeriaiSeaPinkl. .'hinips
"" aria Grandiflora, strong
HARDY VINES AND CREEPERS.
AmpelopsisVeitchii, strong pot-grown, 3-incli rots.
$1.(10 per doz.; $7.00 per 100; $60.00 per l.OOo
Clematis, Hardy Hybrids, all leading varieties, 3 year old, suchas Jackinanni, He
llncheasol Edinburgh, etc., etc $8.76 per doz.: $30.00 pi
Clematis Paniculata, strone 3-inch pots $0.75 per doz.; $6.00 per 100; $50.00 per 1,000
Clematis Coccinea and Crispi, strong 3 year old $1.00 per doz.; $7.00 per 100
For a full line of General Florists' Stock and especially Dec-
orative Plants for which we are hea«l, Telephone Call, ISW 38th St.
; AH kinds of BoBea, Violets and
' a speolalty.
I ORDERS PROMPTLY ATTENDED
H. A. HOFFMANN.
Wholesale Florist
54 W. aSth St., NEW YORK.
Telephone Call, 1847 18th St.
American Beauties, Carnations, White Violets,
Specialties. CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED.
The Plorisxs' Exchange.
Wlolesale Dealer in GDt Flowers.
EDWARD C. HORAN,
WHOLESALE • FLORIST,
FRANK niLLANQ,
Wiiolesaie Gommission Dealer
....in Gut Flowers....
I Batt 34lh SI., New York City.
Telephone Call,
We are Headquarters for FINEST CARNATIONS and ROSES,
VIOLETS, VALLEY, ROMANS, SMILAX, ADIANTUM.
Id -21 RANDOLPH ST., CHICAGO.
Heserved lor SbippinK I
...ORDERS... I
WHEN warriHa mnnoN thb fvohists' ExcHtHoe
BASSEXX & IRTASHBXJRlSr,
Growers and Wholesale Dealers in CUT FLOWERS.
We grow the finest of American Beauties and other Roses. Also choice
selected Valley all the year round. Carnations, Smilaz, Adiantum, (
fresh cut. Long- Distance Xeleplione, Main 223.
88, 90, 92 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO,
i. Beanty, fancy and special
Biidaamald .
K. A. Victoria
La France, extra
ordinary..
Magna Charta
mme. Testout
Meteor ,
Mrs. F. Morgan
Niphetos, Hoste
Papa Gentler
Perte
8ouy. de Wootton
Clrtoh Brunner
WattevUle ,
. colors, inferior grade
White.
St^ndabd 1 Pink..
Tabikties J Red . . .
4 grades of stand-
l N0TEI.TIX8..
LJUBS, Longlflorum
Lilt oj- the Vai,i,st
MioNONvna
Naboisbub, Von Sion
Golden Spur. .
ROUAN HTAOIMTHa
25.00 to 36.00
.00 to 10.00
.60 to 4
1.00 to 4
.00 to B.OO
...to ...
1.00 to 50.00
.00 10 1.1
.76 to 1.1
.75 to 1.1
.26 to 2.6i
.25 to 2.61
I to 30.00
I to 26.00
.76 to 1.00
>.00 to 60.00
1.00 to 10.00
.00 to 1.60
.26 to 1 60
pondence Column
Fancy and Special Stock aee o
ire for quantities of one hundred
3jy after very careful inquiry, and
1 found practically correct up to the date me
Wholesale Growers of Cut Flowers.
'? . ■ • • • 500,000 Feet of Glass.
We can fill all orders on short notice with all leading varieties of ROSES and
CAKNATIONS. We are headquarters for fine AMERICAN BEAUTIES
Give us a trial and convince yourself.
SALESROOM 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO, III.
WHEN W R ITIN Q_M ENTION THE
MYOSOTIS'S-
S... MIGNONETTE SS
We are still headquarters for finest and best varieties of CARPIAXIONS.
I6I2-I6I4 Barker St. Bet. chestnut & Market sts. Philadelphia, Pa,
Illinois Cut Flower Co.,
J. B. DEAMUD, Manager.
WHOLESALE COMMISSION ELORISTS,
59 Wabash Ave. , Chicago.
Conslgtiments Soli
KENNIGOTT BROS. COMPANY.
Wholesale 'Gut 'Flowers,
88 IVabasb Avenue,
CHICAGO, ILU
WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY.
THE NEW YORK CUT FLOWER GO.
119-121 West 23d Street,
112-114 West 24th Street,
lelspbone 733, IStli St., NEW YORK.
PURDY & BLAUVELT,
Commission Dealers In
CUT FLOWERS
MAIDEHHAIE FEEH FSONtS A SPE:IALTT.
57 WEST 30th STREET,
A. & F. ROLKER,
CUT FLOWERS
S3 "W^est 28tli St.
Telephone 2379 38th St. NEW YORK.
in£. F=. SHERIDKN
Wholesale Oommltlon Dealer In '
CUT FLOWERS
39 West 2Sth St.. New York.
F&AKX H. TEAKNBLT. OHAaLM SCHKNCTL ^ |||||
TRAENDLY & SGHENGK,
Wholesale Florists,
38 W. 28th St, and CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE.
NEW YORK.
Telephone 961-18th St.
^a-Consignments Solicited.
JOHN YOUNG,
Wholesale Floi'igt,
51 WEST 28th ST.,
NEW TORK.
WM. J. BAKER,
Wholesale Florist
1432 So. Penn Square,
Philadelphia, Pa.
DUMONT & CO.,
WHOLESALE FLORISTS
CARNATIONS A SPECIALTY.
No. 1.30.5 Filbert St., Philadelphia.
EDWARD REID,
Wholesale Florist
;H\EST ViniETIES:
Roses, Carnations, Violets.
No. 40 South Sixteenth Street,
Philadelphia.
l.t.nto TIIOJE.
CHARLES. W. McKtLLAR,
59 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO.
Wssale Wssios Florist.
All cousignraents and orders intrusted
to our care willbe g-iven prompt and carp-
ful attention. JSd. F, Winterson, Mgr.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS* EXCHANGK WHB
THB F^LORISTS' EXCHKNCe.
257
Wholesale Florists
JOBBERS IN
FLORIST'S
SUPPLIES.
FLORISTS' VASES.
84 HAWLEY STREET
GEORGE MULLEN,
Wholesale and Commission Dealer in
Best stock and lowest prices. Orders by
mail, express, teleplione. or tele-
GEORGE MULLEN 18 Chapman Place, Boston.
GEO. A. SUTHERLAND,
Successor to WM. J. STEWART,
CUTFLOWEHSandMISTnUFFLIESI
WHOLESALE.
67 Bromfield St., Boston, Mass.
City Hall Cut Flower Market
WELCH BROS., Props.
Regular Consignors Given Space Free
Of Charge. Space let to growers wishing
to sell their own goods.
Flowers Shipped to all Points.
...SEKiD FOR PRICE LIST...
II[1DQU1RT[II$
ROSES, CARNATIONS,
AND VIOLETS . . .
WM. F. KASTING wholesale
495 Washington Street, Commission
BUFFALO. N. Y. Florist.
Wholesale Gut Flowers,
Florist Supplle*. WIr* Design*.
2744 Franklin Ave., ST. LOUIS, MO,
CflAS.G.FLECKENSTEIN,
Wholesale Flowers,
1323 PINE STREET.
...ST. LOUIS, MO.
C. A. KUEHN,
Succencr to ELLISON & KUEHN,
WHOLESALE FLORIST,
COMPLETE LINE OF WIRE DBSIGNS.
C. IV. ^WORS,
Wholesale Florist,
313 N. LEFFINOWELL AVENUE,
ST. L,OI7IS, BIO.
PINE BOSES-Snipped carefully 1
parts of the country.
TOBACCO STEMS
75 Cts. per 100 lbs.
Bales weigh about 450 Iba.
WHEN WRrriNO MENTION 1
ISPflBfllillli PLUmOSUS NBiDS.
■\A7", H- ELLIOTT, - Bi?±glxtonn.
It strings, 8 to 10 feet long,
50 ctB. each.
Shipped to any part of the
Tiffin. 0.
U the present Improved business condi-
tions are to serve as a criterion, the near
future Is certainly full of promise. Louis
Uirlch is by no means an enthusiast, and
hence his report, that the past few months
were the best in point of sales, collections,
etc , that he had experienced for the long-
est while, may be regarded as significant.
Encouraged by the outlrok, Mr. Uirlch
contemplates some extensive improve-
mtnts. He Intends extending one of his
cold-storage houses and may erect a hand-
some conservatory for his palms and de-
corative plants.
One of the finest and most elaborate
wedding decorations ever attempted In
Tiffin was that recently put up at the Trin-
ity Protestant Episcopal Church, Mr. Ui-
rlch being master of ceremonies. The
imposing edlSce was profusely and hand-
somely decorated, the flowers used being
chiefly pink roses. Palms, ferns and Har-
risii plants were used with splendid effect.
Huge vases, holding long-stemmed roses,
were placed on the altar, in the pulpit and
in the baptismal font, while a bunch of
pink carnations, tied with pink ribbon,
adorned each seat in the auditorium. Over
the center a
ithefou
Chan
Hers, festooning of smilax and Asparagus
plumosus was suspended, same extending
to the carnation bouquets, and making a
bower of green and pink, under which the
bridal party passed. Itinerant.
Grand Rapids, Micfi.
The members of the Florists' Club were
the guests of George Hancock & Son, Grand
Haven, on March 2. A pleasant time was
spent in looking through the greenhouses,
after which the guests were escorted to
Ver Kuyl's parlors, where they were
served a sumptuous banquet by the
Ladles' Society of the Methodist church.
After the supper the Club returned to
Mr. Hancock's home and held its regular
session, which was a rose meeting. Crabb
& Hunter had on exhibition B;'lle Sie-
brecht, La France, Meteor and Brides-
maid. Henry Smith showed samples of
Bridesmaid, Meteor, Mme. Testout, Kais-
erin. La France and Souvenir de Wootton,
and the Grand Rapids Floral Company
contributed Meteor and Bridesmaid roses
and a few choice carnations. William
Cunningham read a paper on the '*Tea
Rose." At the next meeting, to be held at
the Eagle Hotel on March 16, it was decid-
ed to have a discussion on "Spring Bulbs."
James Schultz will prepare a paper on the
topic. Thanks were extended to Mr. Han-
cock and his son James for the delightful
entertainment. Mrs. James Hancock was
most courteous in her attentions to the
ladies of the party, and the day was happily
and profltably spent.
Toronto.
Harket Newl.
Business has continued good dur-
ing the last week ; a great many parties,
etc , were held, and quantities of cut
flowers were used up. Stock has been
plentiful, good bulbous flowers are more
abundant, but prices are generally very
low, flne spikes of Dutch hyacinths selling
for 60o, per dozen ; tulips, from $1.50 to $3
per 100 ; Daybreak carnations are still
scarce. Violets are very plentiful ; there
is no settled price for these now, each
grower having a different figure, and all
being low. There has been a better de-
mand for lilies, considerable funeral work
creating this. Cattleya blooms sell fairly
well, but not many are offered just now.
Trade is likely to be considerably quieter
now lent Is in. Cut flowers always sell
slowly in this city during lent, but nice
flowering plants generally go better, es-
pecially if the weather is warm.
Messrs. John N. May, Ernst Asmus, F.
McMahon, H. Rath, and E. Dailiedouze
called at J. H. Dunlop's place on their way
home from Cincinnati.
TH08. Manton.
Hackensack, N. J.
A Are at the Red Towers greenhouses
destroyed a portion of the two buildings
devoted to palms. The fire originated
from the boiler, hut no particulars as to
loss or insurance could be ascertained.
M. RICE 6lCO.,
Importers and Manufacturers of
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.
25 N. 4th St., Philadelphia, Pa.
NEW FAI.I, CATALOGCE NOW READY
QALAX LEAVES and
LEUCOTHOE SPRAYS . .
EASTER
WHOLESALE FLORISTS sbou
irnod supply now and be prepared for tht
Write the introducer at once for special
JOHN GONLEY & SON,
iLunrrlOTuasBS or
TIN FOII-,
2 and 4 Dominlck Street,
NEW YORK.
CHOCOLATE COOLER CO.,
GRAND RAPIDS, MIOH,
Manafacttu-era of
FlOmST'S REFRIGERITOBS.
Send for Clroalar.
WHEW WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
MEYER GREEN SILKALINEa
Csod tor Strlagia} SMILAX »nd ASPABAaoS.
Anything
"rosies"
CUT-FLOWERS
FLORISTS Seeds . ^
E.H.HuNT; 6« u«e 5t, CHICAGO.
; MENTION THE FLORjeT S EXCMAN
A Business Map.
I would as soon start on a voyape around tli
?orld without a map aa to try to run mv Imeines
rithout the Exchange. HcLEAN. the Florist.
St. Tliomaa, Out., Nov. 30, 1896.
these foods to be
superior to anv
In the mnrkel. 3
Eer 100. PoBtarfe. 16o. per 100. Fo'r other strle's of
etters, Bmblems and Deslgos. send for catalOKue.
Before purchasing send for free sample and oatalosae
--' th any cither letter on the market
ly all Florists' Supply Dealers.
Perfect Tlowep Pol
>) Handle md Imw
used fur lifting
W. C. KRICK, 1287 Broadway,Brooklyn,N.Y.
WHEN wnrriNo mention the rtoRisrs*
858
ft eeiti 4 centi for e&ch 600 feet of floor ip&oa.
Doei not Injure the most seuBltlve plants. Endorsed
Nikoteeii
by prominent florist!. Used for fumigation or spraying
Indoors or ont. 200 pounds of tobacco In one pint of
Nlkotesn. Bold bjr seedsmen. Circolar free. BKABCTTBA
DIP CO.. CHICAGO. 6
^^QuicklyMDoes^lt.*
STANDARD ♦ POTS.
We are now ready to supply a superior
quality of Pots in unlimited quantities.
Catalogues and price lists furnished on
application.
A. H. HEWS & CO.,
NORTH CAMBRIDGE, - MASS.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLO :6T3' EXCHANCg
Staoilafil Po(L..e.
^'"'FoflhippfnJ*''"'"^' KJ^LLEB BROS.
Special Attention' Given Mnp-i-*„u,„ p,
to Mail Orders . . NomStOWn, - Pa.
Price Lists Furnished on Application.
WHEN WHITING MENTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHANG£
STANDARD
FLOWER POTS
In any quantity, and of the best
quality.
Get my price list before ordering
elsewhere.
W. H. ERNEST,
station M, N. E., WASHINGTON, D. C.
1»HEW WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
STANDARD FLOWER POTS.
Our Spectaltr Is readypackedcratesof Florists'
Standard Puts, a larKe stock of whtob vre keep on
hand ready for shipment on day order l§ reoeivedv
Sire. Per 1000- SUe. Per 100.
l«lDCh $300 7lnoh »350
2 •■ 3 25 8 " 500
l^" ;::::::: 5 §8 iS '■: ;:::::;: ,;!
» " 6 00 11 " 15 00
»« •• 7 2S 13 •■ aogp
4 " 900 n ■■ MRl
6 " 13 80 16 •• 76 00
« " 32 00 8auoer» H price o( poti .
10 per cent, off for cash with order F.O.B.
At Fort Edward. Send for price list of HanRlng
yaees, Qarden VaseB, Jardlnteres. Seed Pans and
Glazed Cyllndera with Handlea for out
HUflDKer Bros., Man'fis, Fort Edward, If. T. or
AUGUST ROLKER & SONS, "l^.I^l^
136 ft 138 W a^lh St., NEW YORK CITY.
Neponset Flower Pots
of Waterproof Paper, are sold
as follows:
Terms-Net cash with order. If ordered shipped by
f reifflic, add 50 cents cartage.
Packed in Gross Weight
sue Crates of per 1000 pots Per 100 Per 1000
2S
^;t6i»i:8»jiaig^M
ACKSON BROS.
A PIPK WOKK(<.
Manufacturer of
Glazed Sewer Pipe. Red Pressed
n Tile, Chimney and Flue Lining, Chimney Tops
e Clay Stove Pipe, Fire Clay, EaoUn, Encaustic Sidewalk
?,Kosendale and Portland Cement, Lime, Plaster, etc
GLASS
FOR GREENHOUSES, CONSERVATORIES, GRAPERIES, HOTBEDS AN
AND FLORISTS' USE GENERALLY, AT LOWEST RATES.
!-• HKRRIS St SON.
497 W. BROADWAY, NbW YORK,
GLASS!
For Greenhouses, Consenratories,
Graperies, Hotbeds and all other
purposes, at Lowest Rates.
N. COWEN'S SON 392 & 394 West Broadway, New York.
Formerly 134 and 156 So. Fifth Avenae.
Oet our riguret before buying Olasa. ... EetimateB Freely Given.
GLASS!
PI AGG ^°' aBEENHOUSES, CONSESVATOBIES, A I AGG
ULHOO aHAFEEIES, HOTHOUSES AND HOTBEDS. ULHOO
VANHORNE, GRIFFEN & CO.
Agents for CHAMBERS & McKEE CO. . Jeannette Brands Amer.
Importers of French Glass.
3, IS 4. 17 LA1GHT ST , AND
52, 54 i 56 VARICK ST..
NEW YORK.
.da.x'd. E"l«>x;ir^xr
'ots.
>nd lor our New Price LIsI with eatra discounts. All onr Pots, from 7 In. and upwards, have
stent Eloelslor Bottom, which is a great advantage, as it insnres perfect drainage.
A FULl, LINE OF BULB FANS.
WHILLDIN POTTEEY CO., 713 to 719 Wharton Street, PHILADELPHIA.
i Kearney and Westslde Atgs., Jersey City, N.J.
1 Jackson Are. and Pearson St., Look Island City, N. T.
: FLORIS
BRANCH H0D8HS :
WRITING M^
FLOWER POTS^^
We- me WnniifactuTiDB a Full Line ol
STANDARD FLOWER POTS and HANGING BASKETS
OF THE BEST QUALITY.
Shipping Facilities First-Claes, thereby Securing Lowest Freight Kates.
Our goods are well packed, and breakage is nominal. Give us a trial. Send tor Price List.
Address THE SYRACUSE POTTERY CO., 403 N. SUINA ST., SYRACUSE, N. Y.
WHEN WBrriNO MENTIOM THE n-ORIST'e CXCMANQl
THE JOHN J. PETERS COMPANY
PULVERIZED
A Qnick Germinator
and Crop Forcer.
IlTCOISFOie.A.T'EXl.)
FACTORY I
Little Ferry, New Jersey, [p^
Long Island City, New York.
NATURAL. ODORLESS
COMPRESSED
Beats Eyery Chemical
Fertilizer on Earth.
Pure Sheep Fertilizer
permanently improves
the soil.
Matures the largest and
best crops. Quick and
lasting in its action.
CLEAN TO HANDLE.
The Plorists* Exchange.
259
LORD & BURNHAM CO.,
HORTICULTURAL ARCHITECTS AND BUILDERS
Horticultural Architecture and Building.
GREEIHODSE HEjITIil! IIP VE|ITIL|ITI|I6.
:ure and Building.
I pitcfiing^^Go
LOR3D &; ■BTJ:EllSrT3:^^l>a: CO
Mention paper.
ESTABLISHED 1844.
233 Mercer Street, NEW YORK
FIVE PATTERNS OF BOILERS.
NINETEEN SIZES,
Perfect Sash Raising ipparatns.
Rosehouses, Greenhouses, Etc., of Iron
Frame Construction erected complete ,
or the Structural Iron ^Vork ship-
ped ready for erection.
Iron Frame Benches with the
"Perfect Drainage Bench Tile'
or Slate Tops.
SEND 4C. POSTAGE EOR lI^tUSXRATED CATALOGUE.
HAVE YOUR COLLECTIONS MADE
NATIONAL FLCRISTS' BOARD OF TRADE,
271 BROADWAY
SNIPS K?Js...u:;:„^;;:.S:r'*'
Kelley's Florists' Shears
and FlowerCatherer.
Circular liic FLIIKISTS
»1IEAK CO., Fptmoiil, Ohio.
SUMMER IN WINTER
By Usingr
Standard Greenhouse Boilers
One cent pets c
GIBLIN & CO..
r Catalogae.
Utica, N. Y.
JSdJLSTICA
Kor Glazing: Greentaonses. A sub-
BIASTICA and MASTICA GLAJ^IBiG
MACHINES were given HigheBt Award of
S. A. F. at Pittsburit. Address fnr circular,
F. 0. PIEROc CO., 170 Fulton St., N. Y.
The Biggest Little Thing on Earth
THE LIGHTNING
BUQ Exterminator.
Modern Greenhousie
Heating.
One of our boilers, 10,880 feet of two
inch pipe, and sixty tons of coal will heat
22,400 feet of glass (four 20x200 feet
double gable houses) to 65 degrees in
coldest Winter weather ; they have done
it, and will do it for you — we guarantee
it. Our boilers are not only the best of
their kind, but the best made. They have
the largest "firebright" direct surface,
are the easiest cleaned, handled and set
up ; and from engineering facts, they are
the ideal frictionless, economical water
heating boilers of our day.
Plenty's Horticultural Works,
148-156 Randolph Ave.,
JERSEY CITY, N.J.
WHEN WRrriNO MENTION THE noaiST'S EXCHANSE
t
CALIFORNIA RED CEDAR
A. DIETSGH i GO. 619 Sheffield Avenue, CHICAGO.
MANDFACTOREBS OF
RED CEDAR AND CYPRESS GREENHOUSE MATERIAL.
i
J "^END FOR OUR NEW CATALOGUE, WHICH 8HOW8 J
jTliellewHaticGatileVeiitMoii
the bouse complete. We also give you prices with a guarantee t
ut.
succeeafully. Soil
miNTIOII, FLORISTS
It mil be to your advantage to look
into the merits of the Scollay
-Invincible" Hot Water Boiler.
it IS all that its name implies, and
don't forget it.
Cuts and full information mailed
on application.
JOHN A. SCOLLAY,
74 &. 76 MYRTLE AVE.,
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK.
Butted Glass
This Is no longer an experiment
There are various ways of making
best way is with the
Clipper Bar.
other defects.
LOCKLAND LUMBER CO.
LOCKLAND, O.
Write for Circulars
:ntion paper. ^^ Estimates.
Imi laprored Chillesge.
Roller bearlns, ielf.olltne devise.
makes tbe IMi»KOVKD° CHAL-
LENGE the most
Write for catsIoHue and prlCi
before pla^'lDg your orders els
Quaker City Machine Co.,
BIOIIMOMI. IND.
ppa-
mm
VALVES,
FITTINGS
WILCOX CO.,
Newhurgh, N. Y.
Mention paper.
W YOIT -WANT
A GOOD SASH LIFT
For a Very Little Money Get
For Descriptive Catalogue Bend to
J. D. CARMODY, Evansvllle, Ind.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORIST'S CXCNAHOB
260
The F=ii-ORiSTS' Exchange.
"GOLDEN BEAUTY." NFW TANNA^ "JOHN WHITE."
New Yellow Canna, clear, bright 1 1 A—^ T T ^^ Im. L ll ^/"V^J The beautiful new variegated
color, massive flower, continuous
leaf variety. Finest plant for
bloomer, vigorous grower, dwarf habit. As good as the best. I decorative purposes produced in years. Stock in superb condition and
50c. each; $4.00 per doz.; $25.00 per 100. READY NOW. I READY NOW. 75c. each; $7.50 per doz.; $50.00 per 100.
Also QUEEN CHARLOTTE, ALPHONSE BOUVIER, MME. CROZY, J. C. VAUGHAN, J. D. CABOS. EX. CR\MPBEL.
Sl.OO per doz ; $6.00 per 100. All from 4 inch pots. Cash or reference with orders. Circular and colored plate for the asking.
JO]
LTV 'W]
cn^gS, gSl±as£i,l3^-tlXs JXr^xjv J^r's^y.
'WELCH BROTHERS,
DEALERS IN
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
No. 2 Beacon Street. - BOSTON.
Wire Desiprns, Wheat Sheaves, Baskets, Im-
mortelles. Oape Flowers, Cut Flowers, Boxes,
aud all other supplies, at prices to meet com-
petition.
AUGUST RiiLKKR & SONS,
FLORISTS'" SUPPLIES,
Seeds and Bulbs,
i36 West 24th Street, NEW YORK.
Wholesale only. Trade Lists mailed on applica-
Of Best White Quality, Braided. Direct from
the Packers in Madagascar.
Apply for quotations to
ANDRE L. CAUSSE,
I08-107 Hudson St., New York.
CEDAR OIL INsieCTiciDE
K.-lla Scale, Mealy Bair, Thrip, Spider, Et^
Our American su jstitute for Fir Tree Oil. la
IE SroHlShHB''io°.lT
August Rolker & Sons, New York,
136 West 34tl. St., P. O. Station E.
„n WrNT.ONTUCn.OPIST-SCXCHANOr
H/t ARE HEADQUARTERS ON i
J* BULBS FOR FORGING,
aoWER SEEDS FOR FLORISTS,
ENGLISH MUSHROOM SPAWN.
SPECIAl, PRICES ON APPLICATION. 1
JOHN GARDINER & CO., Seedsmen,
Largest Stock in the Country.
Ail goods up to (late, aud of
. superior quality.
Send for Illu&trated Catalog-ue.
We are prepared to supply
GALAX * 1-EAVES
in any desired quantity.
H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.,
NEW CAPE FLOWERS.
A. HERRMANN,
404-412 E. 34tli St., New York,
Near Ferry.
Manufacturer of Floral Designs.
Importer and Dealer in Florists' Supplies.
Write for Catalogue. Free to the trade.
The Allegheny City Fertilizer Works
DR. EDW. L. CZARNIECKl & SON,
43 First Street, ALLEGHENY, PA.,
Guarantee their following brands of FERTILIZERS to be Absolutely Strictly
Pure and free from South Carolina Rock, or any other adulteration. Send for
SLimplesand catalogue, which will speak for tliemselves.
T uir wjrks are opjn at any ti:aa for the public'^ inspection and they make bu
one grade of goods, viz : Pure Raw Bone Heal, Pure Raw Bone Phosphate
Pure Potato rianure, and Special Lawn and Garden Fertilizer.
fil FMATIC 2 y®'"' o'"! plants, $2.00 per doz.
ULCmAIIO 8 year old plants, 3.00 per doz.
RARNATinNC ^ll the Novelties at ruling
UHnllHIIUno prices. Best Standard vari-
eties, from soil, $2.00 per 100.
G. EISELE 11th a Jefferson Sts.Phila Pa.
WHEN WRITINO MENTION 1
CLARK BROTHERS,
Maniifactarers and Ptinten cf
PAPER SEED BAGS
Of over? Desirlpti'n except lithograph Bags.
61 ANN STREET, NEW YORK.
TOBACCO STEMS
Large Bales (300 I
Tobacco Dust, ac. per lb.
HR FAIKT A Pfl <>4&66N.FrontSt.
• U. r AUa I a bUi, Philadelphia, Pa.
BISTS' EXCHANGE
Have on Lands that MUST BE CLEARED
FINE TREES at very low prices.
THE W. & T. SMITH CO.
ASH (Fraxinus). 7 to 15 feet.
BKHCHES. Assorted, 3 to 6 feet.
ELMS. Assorted, 8 to 10 ^^ct, and CAMPERDO^WN, e.xtra 2 year heads.
MAGNOLIA ACUMlJ aXA and TULIP TREES, 4 to 7 feet.
iuAPLES. Norivay, Silver ycamore and Sugar, 6 to 10 feet.
MOUNTAIN ASH. ;| f iropean. Oak Leaf and l^eeping.
POPLARS. Lomb^5 y, Carolina, Balsam and Bolleana, 6 to 1 5 feet.
"WILLO'WS. Ne^^ "" iierican, Rosemary, Babylonica and Kilmarnock,
CUT=LEAF BIRCH, very fine 8 to 2 feet
Nor-way Spruce, Arbor "vitae and other Evergreens.
A LARGE COLLECTION OF
GENEVA, NEW YORK.
^^ I I H^ m m m^ ^^ Largely Altheas, Almonds, Deutzias. Euonymus, Hydrangeas, Japan Quinces, Lilacs,
^^ kJ D I J CJ ^Z Spiraeas, Snowballs, Weigelas, &c., &c, DAHLIAS, Dry Roots. HERBACEOUS PAEONIES
^^ I I I 1 KJ UJ K^ and CLIMBING VINES. Send list of wants for Special Prices on above named stock,
and for our regular Spring Trade List.
WHENW«.,NO„ENr,o«X„Er.O„,SrS EXCH.NOE W. A T. SMITH CO., GENEVA, N. Y.
itm to grow
a vigorous plant.
A WEEKLY MEDIUM OF INTERCHANGE FOR FLORISTS, NURSERYMEN, SEEDSMEN AND THE TRADE IN GENERAU
m. IX. NO. 12.
NEW YORK, MARCH 20, 1897.
One Dollar Per Year.
"Every Bulb's a Pearl"
TiSETUgEBgSESPIIIIIIilliE SEEDS W BULBS
Beat anything I ever
saw; very large.
(Signed) W. A. Munkoe.
Pi-ovidence, E. I., March 10, '97.
"Every Bulb's a Pearl."
There is no douljt about it. We have
the finest stock in the country. Bulbs
are selected 4 to I5 inches in cireumfer-
eiiee— till' True, Dwarf Pearl, .-ind have
Tiili.-i'.>^r~, 111.. -1-owii oil nil.' plantatiou—
on new land eai-h sn.suii -s.-ientilically
cultivated, haivestcd aud cured. Tliey
cannot be surpassed in quality while the
price is no higher than charged for ordi-
nary strains. The general stock of Tube-
rose bulbs is getting scarce. Do not
delay ordering too long.
Per 1000 $7.50 I Per 10.000 $55.00
Per 6000 38.50 | 850 supplied at 1000 rate.
While we make Tuberoses a leader, do not forget that we carry select stocks
of all other Spring Bulbs, Seeds and Plants.
PITCHER & MANDA, Short Hills, N. J.
JOHN N. MAY, Receiver.
MENTION THE FtOHISTS- EXCHAWM
LILY OF THE VALLEY
. . FOR EASTER . .
We offer at a bargain stock remaining unsold at this date in order to close it
out. We have only 13 cases left unsold, which we offer as long as unsold at
$2o.oo per case of 2500 pips, net^casli.
This is the same grade of Valley that brought $-3.5.00 per case early in the season ,
but we now offer it at cost in order to close out the stock. Price is cheap, quality
the very best, highest quality selected German pips. Speak quickly if you want it.
TUBEROSE PEARL.
In order to close out our surplus of Tuberose
exceptionally low offer, viz :
make the following
Extra Quality Bulbs, :9i.oo Iper 100 ; $7.00 per 1000.
** ** '* 5.000 lots at 6.00 **
" 10,000 " 5.50
TUBEROUS BEGONIAS.
We are headquh,rter8 for Tuberous Begonias, and can supply the very finest
quality of these bulbs in any quantity. Large buyers should write us for special
prices. We can offer these bulbs in large quantity lower than you can import
them. We offer them in separate colors, white, pink, scarlet and yellow.
Write for our descriptive catalogue and comple
not already received same.
wholesale list, if you have
F. R. PIERSON CO..
TARRYTOWN-ON-HUDSON, NEW YORK.
SEND FOR OUR PRICE LIST OF
If You Have Not Received One.
FLOWER AND VEGETABLE SEEDS IN PACKETS.
We Do Not "Commission" or Place Seeds Out "On Sale."
1689 Packets, bea
-- - - the front, have - _.
directions on the back and a blank space for name and a
it ordered in 1000 lots or more. SEND FOB SAMPI,E.
Price of Peas, Beans and Corn in Packets, $4.00 Per 100.
DWARF PEARL TUBEROSE BULBS, 4to6inchesin
circumference, $7..50 per 1000.
TUBEROUS ROOTED BEGONIAS, sound stock, 6
colors, separate, $3.00 per 100.
GLOXINIAS, named varieties, $5.00 per 100.
In Making Up Your Order for Florists' Flower Seeds, Don't Fail to Include Some
uuii's DErimcE mignonette wm^^
F. E. PICBLLISTEB TtS^^! 60 COItlaDfft St. 1 1
Rose Hill Nurseries.
THE LARGEST AND FINEST STOCK IN AMERICA.
ARECA LVTESCENS.
3Hin pots, bushy, 12 to 15 in. high...»3.od $20.00
4 " " 18 to 20 in. high... 4.no 30.00
5 " " 30 to 32 in. hiKh... 6.00 50.00
8-9 " " 8to5ft. $4, $5and »6each.
COCOS ^VE;DnEI.IA?(A.
n. pots, extra fine, 6 and 8 lenves.$3.o6 $15.00
D. pots, extra flue, strong 2.60 20,00
selected .' .' 3.50 25.00
3H in. pots, extra fine, very strong,
selected 4.00
).75 $8
L,ATANIA BORBOMICA.
5 in. pots, 3 ft., specimens $15.00 d,jz.
6 *' perfect specimens, 7-9 leaves, 18.00 '*
7 " " " 8-9 " $2.$2.50 each
I.IVISXONA ROX1TNDIFOI.IA.
4 In. pots, 10 to 12 in. high, $1.25 each; $16.00 doz.
5 '• 12 to 15 " 1.50 " 18.00 "
DRAC^ENAS.-dn variety.)
Without doubt or exception we have the
grandest lot in the country. Open tor inspec-
4 in.'pots. $4 00 per doz
(colored and coloring).
FERNS. FERNS. FERNS.
If you are going to buy. it will pay you to get
2^ in. pots, in 6 vara.,' $4.(S per 100; $35.00 per 1000.
KENXIA FORSXERIANA , Nephrolepls cordata coinpacta.
KE3SXIA EORSXERIAN A. .j,,^ ,,^^^3^ ^.^^^ ^^ j,,;^ ^^^^^ variety.
nri ""Si 3ln. pots, fine stock $15.00 per 100.
. pots,
!hlgh.
PB(IX RECI^IMAXA. <
6 in. pots, 15 to 18 in. high, $1.00eich; $10.00 doz 6
iS^hW measu
Ligb, $4.00
Pterls Vtnbrosa GlKantenm.
Q.pots $&5 00perl00
■■ S.OOperdoz.
66 each.
)nts tnkeu trum top of pots.
■list of our specialties. Our new wholesale list, giving description of all
avelties, will he ready soon. Do not order till you see IT.
Write, Telegraph or Telephone us and our Carriage will meet you.
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The F-lorists' Exchange.
IDES OF PCI
Are ill winds, and not in demand.
When Sowing ASTER SEED Plant Only
the Best German Strains.
Trade Pkts. Oz.
TRCFFAUT'S, separate colors. . . $0 25 $3 00
mixed colors 35 1 50
VICTORIA, separate colors 60 3 00
•■ mi.xed colors 60 2 .W
BRANCHING, white 25 2 00
white and rose
miied 25 2 00
COMET, mixed 25 2 25
QUEEN or MARKET, WHITE 15 65
BAMBOO CANES.
1000, $7.00.
Our complete trade list will be mailed free to
all Florists upon application,
WM. ELLIOTT & SONS
-NUW YORK.
WHEN WRrriNG MENTION THE FLORISTS* EXCHANGE
Lilium Superbum.
SPECIAL SALE OF
BULBS
ORDER AT ONCE.
6,000 Bulbs, 1st size, $15.00 per 1000; $2.60 per 100
15,000 " 3d " 10.00 " 1000; 1.50 " 100
32,000 " 3d ■' 5.00 " 1000.
Grand opportunity to buy. Addr*S3,
Assignee, Highland Kurseries, '"r
WHEN WRITINa MENTION THt rtORISTS' EXCHANGt
I SWEET I
^ Jr l-*rTL*Z? FLORISTS ^
^ A SMiptus or the rollowing' varieties i
9 per lb.
^ GRSCE MAY, white S .32
^ APPLc BLObSOIW, pinkish 20
BLANCHt FERRY, pink and white... .20
HER MOJESTY. pink 24
EMILV HENDERSON, white 24
BLANCHE BURP E, white 27
CAPT. OF THE BLUES, blue 24
COUNTESS flF RADNOR, lavender 28
ROYAL RUBE, pink ... 2?
VENUS, "almoncolor £8
LADY PENZANCE, rose 25
MONARCH, bronze crimson 23
PRIMROSE, yellow 24
ALBA MAGNIFICA, white 22
STANLEY, dark maroon 28
LEMON QUEEN, pinkish lemon 35
PEACH BLOSSOM, salmon pink 28
SENATOR, choco ate and white 24
CALIFORNIA GIANT, mixed 24
At the above prices they will be sent
by express or freight at purchasers'
Add 8 cents perpound extra if desired
sent by mail.
Single ounces of any of the above
varieties at 4 cents per ounce postpaid.
Cash must Hccompariy all orders.
Mention our offer in this paper.
LLIVIAYKO., St. Paul, Minn.
WHCHWRITINO MCNTIOM mr n.ORr8T'S EXCHANGE
1 Tuberoses
Lilium Auratum
I John Gardiner & Co.
> p. O. Box 1306. Philadelphia, Pa
»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦<
Prize-Winning
DAHLIAS
AN UNPRECEDENTED RECORD.
23 First Prizes, Certificate of Merit, 2
Diplomas, and highest mention everywhere.
list now ready. Address
W. p. PEACOCK.
Dahlia Specialist, ATCO, N. J.
Berlin Lily of the Valley Pips
IN CASES OF 2,500, FROM COLD STORAGE.
^^ppLVTo C. C. ABKL & CO.,
p. o. box; ©so, nb-w york
CANNA AUSTRIA
>t> : GREEN PLANTS READY NOW : cn.ete, 1-26 10.00 27.60
" rofmeeo, . 1.60 12.60
J. L. SCHILLER, Rutherford, N. J.
i
■ 3Iarch 20, 1897.
THe F=i-ORiSTS' Exchange.
263
SEED nUIDE lEPOBT.
Points aad informitlon t
interested in this column, solicited. Addr
Bditor Shbd Tbadk, care of Flobists' 1
CHANQE. p. O. Box 1697. New York.
Free Seed Distribuiion.
The following telegram from Mr. T. W.
Wood, Chairman of the Seed Trade Com-
mittee, Is highly encouraging:
"Have .just returued from Wash-
ington. Seedsmen can kill the Vree
Seed Appropriation if the.v continue
the pressure upon Congressmen and
Senators. I urge them to renewed
efforts, and not let up uulll the work
is accomplished."
We take pleasure in reproducing the fol-
Jowing expression' of opinion from the Hon.
E. F. Loud, representing the Fifth District
of California, the author of the new Postal
Law bill, who expreesed himself during hie
canvass as being opposed to free seed distri-
bution. This gentleman carrias some
weight in Congress, especially as he repre-
sents the largest seed-growing section in
the United States. He believes all the
growers of California are opposed to this
system, understanding with them that much
of the seed distributed is bought abroad at
very low prices. This gentleman's letter is
forwarded us through Messrs. C. C. Morse
& Co. of Santa Clara, Cal., to whom it was
addreissed:
*'I have always regarded the distribution
of seed by the Government as business be-
yond the legitimate province of the proper
adminlstrdtion of law. Fully one-half or
two-thirds of the seed distributed is sent to
parties who never use it. As a rule they
are not of superior quality, neither are they
rare. Twenty-five cents would buy all that
is generally distributed to one person, and
it costs the Government, besides the trans-
portation and handling, which is a very
large item, one hundred and fifty or t.vo
hundred thousand dollars a year. As well,
I think, might we send flour or cornmeaJ or
clothing to people who might desire such, as
to distribute this very ordinary character
of garden seed."
From Hon. J. H. BroniTvell.
House of Representatives,
Washington, March 12, 1897.
Editor Florists* Exchange.
March 12. 1S97.
I am in receipt of your printed circular
concerning the Free Seed distribution. I
concur most heartily with the criticisms
on the Government distribution of ceed
contained therein, and assure you of my
most hearty support in endeavoring to cor-
J. H. BROMWELL, M. C.
Replying to your letter of the 15th Inst.,
I wish to say that you_ can most certainly
use my letter in the columns of your pa-
per, and that I will heartily co-operate in
breaking up the so-called seed distribution,
which is not only a source of expense to the
Government, but a rank imposition upon
the people themselves.
J. H. BROMWELL, M. C.
The Florists' Exchange would respect-
fully suggest that the Seed Trade Commit-
tee, through their chairman, address a
Btrong personal letter of protest to every In-
dividual Congressman and Senator, asking
him whether he favors continued tree seed
distribution or not; and if in favor of the
same his reasons therefor. The letter
should be a simple, logical statement of
the seedsmen's position, written in such
a manner as will command the attention
of the party addres-sed, and in
a way which will compel an an-
swer. This method would afford
opportunity for a personal discussion of
the case with many members who, despite
the facts presented, might still continue
to favor the appropriation, and enable the
committee, through further correspondence,
to meet and overcome the false beliefs un-
der which the members In favor of free
seed distribution might be laboring, and
perhaps finally awaken them to a sense
of that which is just and right. The let-
ter should be written with a view to meet-
ing the sentiments of the party addressed,
it being well known that Representatives
from certain sections are more in favor of
free seed distribution than are those com-
ing from other sections where the character
and wants of the people are again different.
As we understand it the greatest pressure
upon our Representatives comes from the
far West, South and Northwest States for
All .signs point to the fact that when the
appropriation bill for free seeds is again
brought up in the House it will meet with
more opponents than ever before. The
Florists' Exchange is in receipt of several
letters from Senators and Congressmen,
promising their support in the endeavor
to defeat further tree seed distribution, and
if the crusade is actively and intelligently
kept up there is no reason why the bill
cannot be defeated. We have received in-
timation that possibly a change may be
made in the character of the distribution,
but we sincerely trust that in whatever
form the hill be presented it will meet with
that defeat which it certainly deserves.
Retail seedamen when writing in protest
to their Congressmen should make a strong
point of the fact that the free gift, mailing
and distribution of seeds by Government is
vitally injuring their trade in seeds, be-
cause, as their neighbors can thus obtain
their supply free, they have no need to buy
of them; also, the appropriation made by
Congress is being constantly increased and
better seed sent out, and now that it is
under contemplation that Q constituent can
order from his Congressman any seed de-
sired, and in quantity sufficient to start a
of their trade; hence they desire their Rep-
resentative to vote against Government ap-
propriation for free distribution of seeds
in any form it may be presented, as the
measure is unjust and opposed to the spirit
of the Go
Editor Florists' Exchange.
.■Vs all the seed trade are interested in the
success of our undertaking to kill the free
distribution of seeds by the Government,
which is proving itself so injurious to the
seed trade, both wholesale and retail
throughout the country, I therefore think
they should know something of what we
a"i-e doing.
In addition to other work which has been
accomplished the past week, 5,000 copies of
extracts from the Florists' Exchange have
been mailed with a copy of the accompany-
ing letter to all principal newspapers
throughout the United States, and we have
reason to believe that it is having a good
effect from responses already received.
It is impossible for me, as chairman, to
write to all the seed trade personally, but
I should be very glad if they would keep
in touch with me, and make any sugges-
tions which they think would further the
obje
have
I think, further, that nearly all the seed
trade should aid in killing this appropria-
tion by promising what they are willing
to subscribe, and by remitting half what
they promise. The balance could be called
tor if needed; money left over will be re-
turned pro rata to the amount promised,
It is not fair that a dozen firms (which
is the number who have at present sub-
scribed) should bear the whole of the ex-
pense; therefore I hope that others will
consider this matter and be willing to sub-
scribe their share.
I inclose a few extracts of letters which
I think are interesting.
T. W. WOOD, Chairman.
Richmond, Va.
(Copy ot Letter to Newspajiers.)
I inclose you extracts from the "Florists'
Exchange." published in New York, to
which I ask your kind attention. The an-
nual free distribution of seeds Is a very
great injustice to and seriously injures the
seed business. This year there were given
away by the Government, about twenty
million packets of seed. Each Congress-
man and Senator had as his quota, forty-
two thousand five hundred packets of gar-
den, field and flower seeds, which were
mailed free to any addresses which the Con-
gressmen supplied. This free gift is very
injurious, both to the large seedsmen as
well as to every country store that handles
seeds, for if their customers can get their
seeds free, and make their own selection,
which was contemplated in the last bill, it
will ultimately destroy all dealers in seeds
it the appropriation increases as steadily
as It has done for the past tew years.
Seedsmen have been compelled to curtail
their advertising expenditures in newspa-
pers by this unjust and unequal competi-
tion.
The free distribution ot seeds is against
the spirit ot our government, which main-
tains that the people support the Govern-
ment, and not the Government the people.
It likewise fosters paternalism and beg-
garism.
The seedsmen of this country have in-
vested large amounts of money in advanc-
ing horticulture and agriculture, aud have
been so enterprising that they have really
become leaders in developing and dissem-
inating new and improved varieties of seeds
and plants, and have been willing to pay
far more for improved varieties than the
Government; hence when Secretary Morton
came into ofiioe and tried to carry out the
spirit ot the law, and advertised for seeds,
plants or cuttings ot rare, new or valuable
varieties, he received comparatively few of-
fers, none of which he considered worthy of
acceptance. It is an extravagant appropria-
tion, and burdens the mails with hundreds
of tons ot seeds, adding a very large
amount to the annual deficit ot the Post
Oflace Department.
I hope that you will give your editorial
support and influence in opposition to the
appropriation for the purchase and free
distribution of seeds by the Government,
and send a marked copy ot your paper con-
taining editorial on this subject to your
Congressman or Senator, which will be ap-
preciated.
T. W. WOOD, Chairman.
Messrs. N. W. Ayer & Son, of Philadel-
phia, well known advertising agents and
a firm which probably places more seed
trade advertising than any other agency
in this country, and who are therefore in
the best of positions to notice the effect
which the Free Seed Distribution has had
upon the business of their patrons, have
taken upon themselves at their own ex-
pense to distribute to 10,000 newspapers a
very strong personal letter calling atten-
tion to the abuse, together with numerous
editorial extracts from leading newspapers
on the subject. Their efforts on behalf ot
the seed trade are deserving of the high-
est praise, and the dissemination of this
matter will, we trust, result in increasing
the popular indignation against continued
free distribution. From their letter to the
newspapers we quote extracts which we
deem worthy ot reproduction:
Extract from letter sent to ten thousand
newsspapers by N. W. Ayer & Son, newspaper
advertising agents. Philadelphia.
De-ar Sir— The growing abuse ot the dis-
tribution ot free seeds by the Government
has reached a point where, in our judg-
ment, it should receive the condemnation
of all honest and fair minded citizens. It
is a tact that the seedsmen ot the country
are entitled to protection in business as
much as any other branch ot trade, and
it is equally true that in the aggregate
they probably spend as much money in a
given period ot time in adverti.^ing in the
newspapers as any other line of business,
and are therefore entitled to the friendly
otBc&s of the newspapers in securing their
just and reasonable rights.
To us these reasons seem sufficient to
justify our calling your attention to this
question; but strong as they are. the in-
terest of the American people at large, in
their individual and national capacities, is
yet greater.
The legislation that permits favoritism
to a certain class ot people is not only
wrong in principle and unjust in action.
fail
This
ot the question alone is sufficient to de-
mand the abolition ot the practice. Even
more damaging, if possible, is the oppor-
tunity tor its use for political effect, mak-
ing favors ot the Government depend upon
personal prejudice.
While costing the people of the United
States a very large amount of money an-
nually, it does not meet satisfactorily the
purpose for which it was provided. The
original intention was to obtain from
tho-se who received these seeds such re-
ports as would be useful in the advance-
ment of the agricultural and horticultural
interests of the country. The Government
record shows that there are absolutely no
returns ot any value whatever.
The implication that the iMrties to whom
these seeds are sent are objects of charity
is both degrading and humiliating.
With this we inclose a sheet containing
clippings from various newspapers touch-
ing upon the different phases ot the ques-
tion. We send this thinking that in addi-
tion to editorial writing of your own you
will be glad to quote more or less from
these articles as opportunity offers.
It seems to us that your subscribers
should he urged to write to their Senators
and Representatives at Washington urging
PROTESTS.
There is not much left to be said in re-
gard to this Government seed business, as
the subject has been well handled by the
trade in general; but it seems to me that
if our Congressmen and Senators persist
in running a Government seed store in the
face ot the many and strong arguments ot
tile able and wise seedsmen of this coun-
try, and cannot be convinced of the shame-
fulness of their acts, it would be best to
let them go ahead, appropriate money tor
the purchase ot seeds and advertise for
bids, as has been the usual custom.
Is there any law compelling seedsmen to
make bids tor the order, and would it be
disloyal to our beloved country it all the
seedsmen in the United States agree be-
tween themselves that they will not bid
tor a Government contract? Would this
not be the quickest way to convince our
able men at Washington that there was a
higher power than they, and that we are
not absolutely subservient to their will aud
demand? With the refusal ot seedsmen to
furnish seeds, what could they do but take
in their sign, pull down the blinds, lock
up and retire from business? Just as long
as they can find seedsmen who will fur-
nish the seed, just so long will this ne-
farious business be carried on. Let us he
loyal to ourselves, and let the Government
seed order alone.
I would suggest, however, providing the
Government seed business must be carried
on, that the expense ot the enterprise be
taxed against the landed property of the
United States. In this manner those who
received the benefit of free seeds will be
the ones to pay for them. Why should citi-
zens who pay heavy taxes and do not own
or control an inch of soil or sport even a
window box, and who cannot, by any pos-
sible means, receive a single benefit from
the free distribution ot seeds, be called
upon to pay tor their neighbors' seeds; or,
it this plan oannot be made to work, and
all must bear an equal burden, without re-
gard to benefit, why would it not be wise
to have the seeds put out, sent to the over-
seer of the poor in each town, he to be
under bonds to give them to the needy
only? In this way, we shall be doing a
charitable act, and feel as though we were
partially recompensed tor the outlay. There
is no doubt hut what the lavish distribution
of seeds throughout this country has been
the means of embarrassing the legitimate
seed trade to a great extent. Th*e are
able and efficient seedsmen enough in this
country to transact all the seed business
that is to be done, and these men are per-
fectly able to disseminate rare and valu-
able varieties to much better effect than
if undertaken by the Government.
S. M. PEASE,
General Manager The Cleveland Seed Co.
We are, it is almost needless to say, most
emphatically "with you" in your views re-
garding Government free seed distribution,
which is clearly a prostitution ot govern-
mental authority.
We apprehend that at the special session
ot Congress called by our new and worthy
President McKinley, no seed appropriation
will come up for indorsement and passage,
which will put the important problem in
suspense till the regular session. If you
will only give us a hint when the tinie
comes, we shall be most pleased to give
your opposition to the crime called "Free
Seed Distribution" our most unqualified
support, by word, deed and every means at
our command.
You, gentlemen, indeed, deserve the
greatest commendations from the whole
American seed trade upon the intelligent
and determined stand you have taken in
this matter. Mr. Burpee and his Philadel-
phia phalanx ot exhorters and crusaders
also come in tor a hearty vote of thanks
tor what they have done and are doing.
While remote from you geographically
we over here pulsate with you in your noble
efforts to secure lor our line of trade a talr,
square deal on the part ot "Uncle Sam."
SUNSET SEED AND PLANT CO.,
JAMES SPROULE. Mgr.
European Notes.
The warm, dry time has been followed
by a spell of cold and violent storms,
which have added greatly to the difficulties
under which seed growers In low-lying
districts at present labor. The French
crops In the Loire valley are In many
cases completely under water, while many
of the farms In the Fen districts of England
will not he workable for another two
months. This has checked business all
around, for even on the light lands, work
is at a standstill. The growing plants
which were beginning to make progress,
will not benefit by the check, for although
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The Florists* Exchange.
only a few dtgreee of frobt have been reg-
istered the winds are intensely cold.
Dealers who laid in large stocks of recent
importstions of Lillum auratum on ac-
connt of the splendid appearance of the
balbs, have reason to regret their par-
chase, for a very large percentage of the
balbs are rotting on their hands. The
disease resembles the " Are " which attack"
the Dutch hyacinths, and is probably du^
to some defect in cultivation, as only the
cultivated bulbs are affected in this way.
This is much to be regretted, as the collect-
ed roets, although sound, are reported to
go blind owing to their being taken up
before they are fully ripe.
The demand for the different varieties of
Lilium lancifolium, which fell off rapidly
a few years back, is now as rapidly increaa
Ing. Florists have found the monstrosuni
variety of L. Ian. album at once easy of
cultivation and profitable, and as the
bulbs are offered at a cheap rate, a brisk
trade is being done. Although this is t>
very floriferous variety, its monstrous
form renders it useless as a pot plant.
European Seeds.
New York.— Leon Hulsebosch will
travel in this country in the interests ol
Hulsebosch Brothers, buib merchants, im-
porters, etc., of Englewood, N. J.
J. J. Comont, representing Cirter, Dun-
nett & Beale, and A. Ingram, representing:
Hugh Low & Co , London, arrived in the
city this week.
IlHliZ
Insertion wiU be given In this column
to all communlcaUons free from animus,
but the opinions expressed do not neces
sarily reflect our own.
Seedlings and Certificates.
I have read your article on "Seedlings
and Certificates" with considerable Inter-
est, recognizing that it opened up a much-
needed discussion, which might eventually
show some of the fallacies of awarding
certificates which pretend in any manner
the
alue
new carnation.
I had made up my mind to eay nothing
upon this subject, but Mr. Hill's insinua-
tion that your paragraph was written by
some one with a grievance seems to cail
for sucli a reply as will demonstrate that
men with grievances do not, as a rule, hide
under the petticoats of an editorial article.
The unjust insinuation that the "Flor-
ists' Excliange" has fallen to the level of
farming out its editorial columns deserves
a rebuke that will henceforth be a warn-
ing to those who are inclined to question
the morale ol your editorial staff.
(The article which called forth Mr. Hill's
letter, and which was published on page
224 of March 6 issue, was not written by a
s-er
by
In this letter I will deal only with the
commercial values that the advocates of
certificates are endeavoring to invest their
certificates with, tor it is manifest that the
commercial feature is what proves so at-
tractive to certificate seekens, and it is
also the rock upon which the certificate
ship is destined to be wrecked.
There is danger that the granting of such
certificates may degenerate into an effort on
the part of a few growers and dealers to
dictate and control the introduction of
new varieties of plants to the end that
their own particular productions may re-
ceive special advantages over the produc-
tions of equally worthy members of the
fraternity who may be averse to "wire-
pulling" and who may be unable to stand
the waste of time and money necessarily
Incurred in following up and attending
the exhibitions.
Mr. Hill's somewhat strong denial of the
use of certificates tor the purpose of boom-
ing the sale of new varieties is rather
neutralized by an inspection of page 23 of
B. G. Hill & Co.'s spring trade list for
1897.
I quite agree with Mr. Hill that no fair
judge would have withheld the certificate
awarded to Mr. Corner and Mr. Graham
at Cincinnati, but there were several other
seedlings exhibited, to which almost any
unbiased carnation grower would have
awarded certificates. The damage done is
not by the certificates awarded, but by
certificates withheld from varieties fully
as meritorious, fully as profitable to the
grower, fully as satisfactory to the public,
and upon which the seedling grower has
expended fully as much time, care and
expense, which care and trouble are as
fully entitled to recogntion as was Mr.
Graham's selection and propagation of a
sport from Daybreak.
The difficulty with the whole certificate
business seems to be chat the "Peers" pro-
pose to_make the certificate affair a close
corporation, so saddled with rules, regula-
tions, expenses and other trills, that the
plaiu ordinary seedling grower may feel
that he is not wanted, that his produc-
tions are slighted, and as a natural conse-
quence he will drop out of the society, and
that body will peter out to a few who will
be engaged in a mutual admiration tantasie.
Witness the five-dollar entry lee (put on
for the avowed purpose of discouraging the
small grower from exhibiting his new seed-
lings), the dollar charge for registering
names, [he snap changes in the rules for ex-
hibition, which might appear to have been
made for the purpose of giving some one the
advantage. Would it not be better if the
"Peers ■ placed themselves more upon the
level of the ordinary florist and made him
feel that his efforts were fully as well
worth recognition as the efforts of the
"big guns," who can tickle each other
with favors? If this were accomplished,
would you not have little cause to complain
of the decadence of your societies?
Would it not be well to cease making
certificates "affaires commerciales," and
instead leave each seedling grower to intro-
duce his own productions upon his own
reputation, be that good or bad, and thus
reap the legitimate results of his own rep-
die the society with the responsibility of
vouching tor the commercial value of an
untried seedling?
Is not the opinion of the raiser who has
studied, during an extended period, the pe-
culiarities of the plant he offers of far
more value than the "opinion," i. e., "cer-
tificate" of any set of judges, when that
opinion of necessity is formed from an in-
.spection of a bunch of flowers, and a plant
especially grown tor the purpose of being
awarded a certificate?
Are the grand brotherhood of florists of
this country such children that they cannoc
get along unless the "Peers" make rules
and regulations, scores of points, etc.. by
which they must buy their new carnations?
Would it noc be well to let the grower who
brings a European carnation to this
country, saddles it with a new name,
and foists it upon his brother florists, reap
his just deserts? Would it not be well to
let the dealer who brings here a European
chrysanthemum and fools the trade by a
skillful clipping of its name — a mere jug-
gling with the languages— meet the re-
ward that is justly his due, and would it
not be well to let the honorable grower,
who does not deceive, who has been honest
and conscientious and dealt fairly, meet
with the just reward which his reputation
will surely bring him?
Is it fair that because we have had a few
"gay deceivers" among the trade we should
assume every grower to be untrustworthy
and to attempt to exact from honorable men
the procuring of a license to do business in
the way of a certificate?
While there may be some introducers of
veltii
vhos.
repri
believed, whose previous record is such
that they may stand in need of such a li-
cense, will such unscrupulous dealers long
succeed in fooling the trade even when
marching under a certificate banner?
Is there any known test of the commer-
cial value ot any plant save its introduc-
tion, its general culture and its general
sale to the public? Will ten thousand cer-
tificates either help or hinder a variety
which a florist cannot grow, which will not
produce sufticient flowers, or which his cus-
tomers refuse to buy?
Is it not a piece of brazen assumption for
any society, any jury of judges, to attempt
to either condemn or indorse the commer-
cial value ot a carnation without having
given it a practical test? It seems to me as
if all the certificates thus far issued have
been mere guesses, and that all the certifi-
cates that will be hereafter iseued will con-
tinue to be mere guesses. The certificates
issued in the past certainly have been no
practical guide to the florist as to the com-
mercial value of a flower, and I fail to see
wherein we are to be any better off in the
future.
The limits of this letter will not admit of
suggesting any remedies, but if Mr. Hill
cares to carry on the discussion I will en-
deavor in another letter to indicate such
a course of action by the society as will
avoid the impractical, dangerous road now
marked out by the "Peers." In the mean-
while, let us hear from Mr. Hill's clever pen
again. C. W. WARD.
Queens, March 18, 1897.
The New Tariff Bill.
The proposed new tariff bill fixes the
rates ot duty on all bulbs, plants, trees,
shrubs, vines, roots, etc., for growth in
the open air or otherwise, at 30 per cent, ad
valorem; thus, all raw material used by the
florist will in future pay a pretty steep rate
ot duty. .'\t a former time, not so very long
ago, the S. A. F. took united action to
have the old 20 per cent, rate removed un-
der the (much-abused) McKinley hill.
How does this intended return to the old
G. J. BENEDICT,
•^^ ...FLORIST... ^*^
Palms and Ferns of Extra Quality Always on Hand.
^■ii/.
Feb. 11th,
^ ft.. tS.OOa 100;
JOHN II0NKH0U3E, Caddo Nursery,
SURPLUS STOCK
BerberlsTulKarls 3to3Wft .^|6 00
purpurea Sto.^Wft 5 00
ThunberBli 2to2>llls, strong cl umps
Dlsltalls (Foxglove), strong clumps
Doronlcum Excelsnm, strong clumps
Eplmedlum Macranttaum
Funkia Japonica All»a
" " Coerulea
Galllardla Grandiflora. 1 year old plants
Hellopsls Pitclierlanus, 1 year old clumps
HeucberaSansrulnea, strong 3-inch pots
Hemerocallls, fl. pi. Double Orange Lily
Hltilscus, Crimson Eye, strong 1 year old
Japanese Iris, 24 fine varieties
German Iris, 10 choice varieties
Hellautbusniaxlmilllana, strong
RlKldus, strong clumps
Hypericum IHoserlanuin, strong 2 year old plants
Lycbnls Semperflorens Plenlsslma, 1 year planti
" Vlscarla Alba Plena, 1 year plants.
Iberls Glbraltarlca, hardy Candytuft, 2J4-inch pots
I.obella Cardlnalls ".
Itlonarda Dldyma, clumns
Oenotbera Fraserl and Splendens, 2K-inch pots..
Pardantbus Sinensis, Blackberry Lily
Platycodon Grandlflorum, 1 year old clumps
Hardy PlnUs-Her Majesty, Mrs. Sinkins, Laura Wi
.lulietteand Prince Arthur, strong clumps
Herbaceous Paeonlas, 12 choice varieties, strong
Hardy Phlox, 25 varieties, 2-inch pots
PrlmulaRosea
Sedum Acre
Statlce Armeria (Sea Pink), clumps
Trltoma Uvarla Grandiflora, strong
HARDY VINES AND CREEPERS.
Ampelopsls Veltcbll, strong pot-grown, 3-inch pots,
$1.00 per doz.; $7.00 per 100; $60.00 per l,OOo
Clematis, Hardy Hybrids, all leading varieties, 2 year old, such as Jackmannl. Henryi,
Duclifiosof Edinburgh, etc., etc $3.75 per doz.: $3 .00 per iOO
Clematis Panlculata, strnoe 3-inch pots $0.75 per doz.; $B.iOper 100; $.50 00 per 1,000
Clematis Cocclnea and Crlspl, strong 2 year old $1.00 per doz.; $7.00 per 100
For a full lino of General Florists' Stock and especially Dec-
orative Plants for which we are headquarters, see our Current
Trade tiist, new issue of which will be ready about March 25th.
HENRY A. DREER, 714 Chestnut St, Phila,
WHEN WHITING MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
VE MAKE A SPECIALTY OF GROWING
A. W. Smith's Hybrid Moonflowers
The above are strictly the best Moonflowers
in cultivation ; blooming from 30 to 48 days
earlier than the old variety ; producing four or
five different shaped blooms, and blooms from
five to seven inches in diameter. The flowers
are pure white.
Plants for stock now ready to sell from 2M
inch pots, at $1.00 per doz.; $7.00 per 100. No
lees than 60 plants at 100 rates. Orders for May
will be booked now.
We also have a fine lot of Cinerarias, choice
varieties, budded, iu 4 in. pots, will make fine
-'-■*- '-" " -' - ■ $6 per 100.
arrisil, in 4 in. pots.
$6 per 100. Wi
of Easter Pla
cheap for cash; prices <
for En8ter, at onl
Also about 75 Lllium 1
showing buds, at 8 cts. es
4 in. pots, all colors, mixed
carry on an immense stock
n 6 in. pots, which we sell
application.
Hyaointha already budded (separate colors
or mixed), only $6 per 100.
CASH WITH ORDER.
GODFREY ASCHMANN,
1012 Ontario St., Rising Sun, Philadelphia, Pa
THE
STRONG PLANTS OF LILIUIVIHARRISII
$20.00 per 100.,
GERANIVmS.
Mostly double, extra line beddlne varieties. Ilbe
t2.35'perl{0'; $20.00 per lOOo'. ' ' " • "" ^" « ?•
Ceo. H Benedict, Yorkville, N. Y.
WHEN WRITIHa MENTION THE rulRISTS- CXCHANOI
FOR EASTER
FORCE FLOWERINO SHRUBS:
Lilacs, Staphyleas,
Deutzias, Snowballs,
Kalmias.
ROSES. H. P. and others.
Tree-roses, Clematis,
Paeonias, Hydrangeas,
Hardy Azaleas.
L C. BOBBINK, Rutherford, N. J.
I Co., Boskoop, Holland.
P. OUWERKERK,
1 1 23 Summit Ava., Jarsay City, N.J.
Just received from our Holland
Nurseries :
RHODODENDRONS, AZALEAS,
SPIRCA JAPONICA, LILIUIH SPECIOSUM,
PCONIES, BLEEDING HEART,
POT GROWN LILACS, HYDRANGEA IN SORTS.
CLEMATIS and H. P. ROSES, m the best sorts
STANDARDS.
Height of stem 3){ to i (
Diameter of heads, 4 feet
" '■ 3 feet
Height of r
PYRAMIDS. Each
E pyramids, 10 feet 310 00
Diameter at base. 3J^ feet.
Height of pyramids. Sfeet 7 50
Diameter at base, 3 feet.
Height of pyramids. 6 to 7 teet 6 00
The Best in Trade. Packing 75c. ea. ; \
Cash with order or good reference?. ' [
DE SMET BROS., Nurserymen
«IIKNT, ItKLGirM.
The Plorists* Exchange.
267
THE W. & T. SMITH CO.
Have on Lands that MIST BE CLEARED
FINE TREES at very low prices.
ASH (Fraxinus). 7 to 15 feet.
BCHCHES. Assorted, 3 to 6 feet.
ELMS. Assorted, 8 to 10 feet, and CAMPERDO^WN, extra 2 year heads.
MAGNOLIA ACUMINATA and TULIP TREES, 4 to 7 feet.
MAPLES. Norway, Silver, Sycamore and Sugar, 6 to 10 feet.
MOUNTAIN ASH. European, Oak Leaf and W^eeping.
POPLARS. Lombardy, Carolina, Balsam and Bolleana, 6 to 15 feet.
WILLO'WS. New American, Rosemary, Babylonica and Kilmarnock.
CUT=LEAF BIRCH, very fine S to ,
feet.
GENEVA, NEW YORK.
Norway Spruce, Arbor vitae and other Evergreens.
A LARGE COLLECTION OF
Largely Altheas, Almonds, Deutzias, Euonymus, Hydrangeas, Japan Quinces, Lilacs,
Spiraeas, Snowballs, Wcigelas, &c., &c. DAHLIAS, Dry Roots. HERBACEOUS PAEONIES
and CLIMBING VINES. Send list of wants for Special Prices on above named stock,
and for our regular Spring Trade List.
wH.....,„<.„._«.H..o.s.s „CH.«.. W. & T. SMITH CO., GENEVA, N. Y.
SHRUBS
VEGETABLE PLANTS.
LETTUCE. BlB Buston and Grand Rapldi
15 018. per 100; «1 per 1000.
CABBAGE. Jersey Wakefield and other
Tarleties. 16c. per lOOi tl per 1000.
TOMATOES. Now ready, snail plants for
transplanting. Extra Early Red, Itoyal Ued, Stone,
and Paracnn, IS... per 100: |;1 per 1000,
Also EGG, PEPPEBandCAUl.IH.OVVER
PLANTS. Frlce list on application.
Cash with order, please.
R. VINCENT JR. i SON, White Marsh, Ml
FAY'S CURRANTS FOR SALE.
3-year, No. 1, $38.00
Packing free.
Clifton, Monroe County, N. Y.
How Gao You maKe $10
Easier than by buying and selling 100
Peacli trees. Best standard sorts, No. 1
size. Wo supply them, $4 per 100, F.O.D.
W. p. BRINTON, Christiana, Pa.
WHEN WRITINC MENTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHANGE
F.&F.NurseriesiK^M^llBfcU
D.I..AW. RK.
Andorra Nurseries.
Specialties: large specimen ORNAMENTAL TREES,
large hardy RHaOODENDRONS and AZALEAS.
NEW, RARE AND BEADTIFDL PLANTS.
Lord Penzance's New Hybrid Sweetbrlers,
Old Garden Roses, New Hoses. 8tandard Roses.
Philadelpbus I.emoinei, New Lilacs, Lon-
icera llildebrandtli. Spirsa Anthony
VVaterer, New Weicelaa &c.
A large collection of Rare Hoth,>use and Qreen-
houie Plants. AnthuriuniH, Alocnslas.
Orchlda, New Cnnnns, &.C.
Rare ( onifer», and oth ~
"JeVr"ey,"a';d^SK
P.S;ONIES.-A large collection of the finest In
cultivation. Bardy Perennials. Phloxes, Japanese
Iris, Roses, Clematis, etc. New and Standard
Fruits, etc. By-Catalogues on applicatlon..jSJ
JOHN SAUL,, Washington, D. C.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE TLORISTS- EXCHANGE
DELAWARE COLLEGE AGRICULTURAL
EXPERIMENT STATION.
DBPABTUENT of nOBXIOTLTOttE
for peach yellows, peach
Mllford. Oelawa
any other injurious Insects or diseasi
G. HAROLD POWELL,
lORTICULTDRIBT AND ENTOMOLOOIE
ColleKe AKFlcuttural Experiment Sti
PEACH: PLUM TREES
FOR SPRING DELIVERY, 1897.
Reliable and clean stoclt at low whole-
sale races. Send tor Surplus Lists.
ASPARAGUS ROOTS.
ALEXANDER PULLEN,
llfUord Nurseries. HILFORD, DEL.
WHEN WRrriNQ MCNTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
800 Schwedler Purple-leaved Maple,
16 feet; 2 to 3 inches caliper. rS
800 Sycamore Maple, 10 to 12 feet; IH to 2,"^ 50i
r50 ^yei^» Cnl-leayed Maple, 12 to 16 feet; IJ^
,500 WhUe-flowerinK Horse Chestanl, 10 to
12 feet; lU to 2M Inches caliper.
150 Purple Birch, 10 to 12 ft.; ISJ to2Hln.caliper.
WILLIAn WARNER HARPER, nanager,
THE
aliper. 'iOO Golden Catalpa, i:
to 2« caliper.
■.iOp Western Calalpa
Weepinc Beech, 8 tc
feet; lHto3JertiQi, Tbos. CartledKe (Van Leeuwen), Ophelia.
»1.60perl00; »12.00 per 1000. Alaska. E.dorMdo. itoae
Oueen. MInxie Cuuk. Meteor. Storm Kiiif; and
8rlde8mald.»2.00perl00: $15.00 per 1000 Goldlinch,
Uean Hole. Annie Lonsdale. $1.00 per 100: t?5.00 per
Delia Foi. $1.00 per 100. Scott.
■ -ier.fl.-iSper 100; «1000 per lOOC
■ 100; »8,00 per 1000. Victor, pin
Daybreak, originated with Hugh Qraham, |10 00 per
100; »2 00perdoz.
A Liberal Discount on Large Lots ; 260 at 1000 Rates.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS In new and staudaid
varieties after Mxrch Ist at moderate prices.
Cash with Order.
JOHN HACKETT & CO., 62d near Elmwood Ave. PHILA
Sweethrle:
McOo
YOU RUN NO RISK.
If the CuttlQgs are not yiitisfttctory, you re-
turu them at my expense. Unlimited qutinti-
ties at reasonable prices.
Varieties. — MoGowan, Alaska, Ivory,
Harrison's White, Scott, Daybreak, Abundance,
Triumph, Bridesmaid, Delia Fox, Victor, Emma
Wocher Portia, Fred Dorner, Cartledge, Wave,
laffO, Crimson Sport, Buttercup, Eldorado,
Keller and Armnzindy.
ALBERT M.HEUR, LB. 496, Lancaster, Pa.
LOOK HERE.
Carnation Cuttings
From healthy
1 stock.
William Scott, L. McGowan, Portia, JI.25 per 100;
$10 per 1000.
Daybreak, Anna Webb, Mrs. Fislier, Alaska, Albertini,
Tidal Wave, Storm King, Bouton d'Or, Bridesmaid,
Emiiy Pierson, $1.50 per 100; $ia.50 per 1000.
Delia Fox, Ivory, Gold Finch, $< per 100.
Fellow's New Red. Flower twice the size of
Portia, same c
Order of 500 i
less than 100 of a kind. Cash with order.
JAMES E. BEACH,
Successor to J. H. Beach & Son,
617 Park Ave., Bridgeport, Conr
Healthy b
Daybreak.
Hard Times Are Going ! Good Times Ar« Coming !
25,000 So[d. 25,000 Standing for Saie.
."Tnlby^'LoSesa and
; $16.00 |,er 1000.
Helen Keller, Sweelbrirr, William Scolt,
Tidal Wave. L,oia J. Haecteland Tliouias
Cartledee, $1.29 per loO; $10.00 oer 1000.
Golden Uate, McGowan, Wilder, Portia
and William F. Dreer, $1.00 per 100; $7.50 per
lOOO-from Sand or Soil.
VIOLETl!i-Swanlev Wblte, 2!^-in. pots, $2 50
per 100; California, 2>^.|n. pots, $1.75 per 100;
I'ampbell and Louise. tiOcts. per 100, by mail.
COLEVS-GoldenBeddersndVerscbnireltii,
$1.00 per lOO. 40 leading varieties, my selection, 70
ctB. per 100. by mall.
ALYSSUM-Giant Double, from soil, 75 cts'
in wishing Carnations sent by mall, add 10 cts. per
100. When sent by express, all orders over 5000 pre-
paid. You rnn no risk. Terms, cash, C. O. 1). or
good reference.
E.J.CLOUD, Avondale, Pa.
i. II. 32.
WHEN WRmiM MCNTION THC n.ORI8TS* I
FiFTi nsw
Rooted cuttings of the new Seeiiling
Carnation, originated by Mr. H. A.
Cook, of Shrewsbury, Mass., grown
by the subscriber, and now being
put upon the market as , . , .
...NIVEA...
Cutting;* now ready and free from rust.
SIO.OO per 100; $35.00 per 600;
SGO.OO per 1000.
DAYBREAK, SCOTT, STORM KINO,
PURITAN, METEOR, GOLDFINCH,
HECTOR, ALBERTINI, and others,
?1,25 per 100; $10.00 per 1000.
A. W.HOYLE, Spencer, Mass.
WHCN WRI^'NC MENTION THE FtORIST'S EXCHANOE
SEEDLING CARNATIONS for 1897.
CApT irilin VarleKatedWhiteand Pink. an early andcontlnuousbl
UHrli IVinUi thipper, stems eitra loDK and 8tiH. an exceedtUKly at
JOSEPH JEFFERSON. ^Sr,rr'r^lLll^i;\^S!.^S^.!^.°.:i I
Send For Wholssils list of Hew wS Standitd Caioatlons. Stock Strong
C. J. PENNOCK, The Pines, KENNETT SQUARE, PA.
ers, on long, stilT stem
:h larger flower. . . .
Hoilthy. NO RUST.
NEW WHITE
CARNATION . .
"ONTARIO"
iiiey maker ; proliflc in bin
'rower, and free from disease.
$8.00 per (OO; $50.00 per lOOO.
New Rose WHITE BOUGERE,
a sport from the old variety "Bougere," a prolific bloomer, good grower and clear
white in color. Just the thing where a florist needs a good supply of white roses.
Per dozen, $3.00; per 100, $I2.00; perllOOO, SIOO.
JOHN H. DUNLOP, -
Toronto, Canada.
^ .NEW YELLOW CARNATION. ^
MAYOR PINQREE
BESTCHER BROS., Canal Dover, 0.
Mr. FRED. BREITMEYER,
MT. CLEMENS, MICH.
Dear Sir : — Regarding the Mayor
Pingree Carnation, I have traveled ex-
tensively the few years past and have
viewed nearly all the new varieties intro-
duced in their original habitat, but none
have pleased me so well as M. P. as to
growth, freedom of bloom; in fact nearly
every essential factor that goes towards
making the perfect carnation. I have
THE CORNELL UNIVERSITY.
College of Agriculture.
L. H. BAILEY. Prof, of Horticulture.
ITHACA, N. Y.
Mr. FRED. BREITMEYER,
DETROIT, MICH.
My Dear Sir:— I am greatly obliged
for the photograph of the Carnations,
which is very good. We are growing a
picked lot of Carnations this year and
we have a pretty good show considering
CARNATIONS ^vV^T-^^^fr-V^. V.i'.".!
^— ^— ^— McGowan, Portia, (1.50 per
lllO; $13 50 per 1000.
OS. Carlledee. Kotainoor, Rose Queen,
le oi'Erlescourt, «2.00 per 100: (15.00 per 1000
mm rrO Lady Campbell, 15.00 per 1000.
V ULt 0 Lu xinne, 13.00 per 100; f2i.0O per 1000.
""'''•'" Admiral ATellan. «5.C0 per 100.
JOSEPH RENARD, Unionville, '\'^'" Pa.
NEW
SCARLET
CARNATION
We have grown Kobin Hood two winters; it
gave us 44 tiloomstothe plant; it is the most
rapid growing Carnation to date; full crop at
Xraas. 3 iDch blooms; the coming light Scarlet
Carnation. Try a tew plants, it does well for
ish with o
99-0O per looonly.
MORRIS FLORAL CO.
Morris, Illinois,
crossed it with many other kinds and for i that this is one of the dullest climates in
crossing it seems admirable. We have
some seedlings that doubtless will
give us something very fine, if vigorous
growth is any criterion upon which we
may pin our hopes, etc.
Any one who does not secure some
plants of it will make a mistake, doubly
so to those who are in the fascinating
part of plant breeding. Thanking you
for the plants you sent, etc.
CHAS. BETSCHER.
P. S. — As a pot-plant I know of nothing
that has the stamina of Pingree.
Ready Now. $1.50 Per Doz.; $10 Per 100; $75 Per 1000.
the North. Of all the varieties which
we have, the Pingree has attracted the
most attention. It is the best yellow
which we have ever grown, and if it
holds up everywhere as it has with us, it
seems to me that it is a coming variety.
The flowers are good shape, long keep-
ers ; the plant is exceedingly strong,
and the stems are long enough and
strong enough to satisfy John Thorpe's
idea of a typical flower.
Yours very truly,
L. H. BAILEY,
ROOTED CUTTINGS.
CARNATIONS.
Mrs. Chas. Duhme (Dorner '93).
Mrs. Geo. M. Bradt (Dorner '93).
^1.50 per doz.; $10 per 100; |75 per 1000.
Lily Dean (May), Maud Dean (May!
$2.00 per doz. ; 110 per 100; *75 per 1000.
Per 100 Per 1000
Wm. Scott 1. 00 10.00
Lizzie McGowan .... I.oo lO.oo
Daybreak & Storm King 1.50 12.50
Portia & T. Wave . . . i.io 10.00
Mrs. Fisher 1.25 11.00
Meteor 1.50 12.50
Eldorado 2.00
Alaska & Anna Webb . 1.50 12.50
Thos. Cartledge .... 1.50 12.50
EDW. J. TAYLOR.
TEBMS: Wholesale Carnation Grotwer,
Cash or Bef erence. SOOTHPORT, CONN.
WHEH WRITING MEWTIOM THE FLORISTS' CXCHANGE
-FOR SALE BY-
JOHN BREITMEYER I SONS, TRE COTTIGE GiiOENS,
Miami and Gratiot Aves., DETROIT, MICH. QUEENS, L. I.
WHEN WRrriNO MEMTIOH THE fU»RI»T8- IXCH«NGI
m
Harrison's
White.
OME AND SEE IT.
JOHN HARRISON,
739 Bergen i¥8.,.^;'::.?;S,.
JKRSBY CITY, N. J.
CARNATIONS
All the leading new varieties; good
clean, well rooted stock.
100 1000
Mrs. Chas. H. Duhme, delicate
pink *10 $75
Mrs. Geo M. Bradt, white,
striped scarlet 10 75
C. A. Daoa, shell pink 10 75
Flora Hill, white 12 100
Mrs. McBurney, salmon pink.. . 12 lOO
Mayor Pingree, yellow 10 75
Morello, scarlet 10 75
Maud Dean, blush 10 75
Lily Itean, white, striped pink. . 10 75
Harrison's White, white 10 70
If not already received send for our price
li8t, which contains all the leading standard
varieties at moderate prices.
F. DORNER & SONS CO., La Fayette, Ind.
Every Tom, DicUDimaFnj
raises red, while and pink Carna-
tions; consequently you will meet
with much competition if you do
the same.
RaUe Buuietliing else ; for instance,
YEILOW aDff^^
VeniEliHTED VHRIETiES.
They are Money Makers.
Eldorado."" ' j. $2.00 per lUil; $16.00 per 1000.
Kittv Clover, ( From Soil.
Eula'lle, ) $3,110 per 1011; $26 00 per 1000.
Princess Itonnle, rooted cultinifs $5,00 per
inO; $40.00 per 1000. From soil, $6.00 per 100;
$50.00 per 1000.
GRALLERT & CO.
COLMA, SAN MATEO CO., CAL.
NO RUST.
WHCN WRrriNO mention the florists- exchange
270
The Plorists' Exchange.
Decorative Effect of Trees and
Shrubs in Winter.
{Concluded from page S/t6).
Forsythia Fortune! is not generally
thougbt an ornamental shrub in winter,
but I have been especially attracted this
winter by a large clump of it in the arbo-
retum. It is quite bright, with branches
o£ greenish yellow. Planted In a mass it
is very effective; individually it attracts
less attention. Clethra alnilolia is notice-
able on account of its old persistent seed
pods, blue gray in color, with its bluish
slate stems. The staghorn sumac, Rhus
typhina, though a very naked shrub, is ex-
tremely showy on account of its large clus-
ters of reddish brown seed vessels, which
last until the plants start into growth in
spring time. Rhus aromatica is pleasing
to the eye on account of its speckled flow-
er catkins borne on the extremities of the
slender grayish brown stems. The same
might be said of all catkin bearing shrubs,
as carpinus, ainus, myricas, etc.
Pyrus nigra holds its black, huckleberry
like fruit all winter, the one objection in
noting this being that the berries wither
upon the approach of severe weather. Py-
rus betulaefolia has a cottony covering all
over its bark of a brownish dust color
which makes it stand out conspicuously in
winter. Among the other ornamental
shrubs Hamamel's Virginiana, or the witch-
hazel, is very noticeable in winter on ac-
count of its persistent deciduous leaves,
which, like those on some of the oaks, re-
main on the plant throughout the winter.
This persistent character of the leaves may
not be a desirable point in the estimation
of all, in that it couverys the idea that the
plant is dead; to me. however, it is desir
able in a limited quantity to vary the seen
ery. Ligustrum vulgare. the common Bu
ropean privet, is the best privet for win-
ter on account of its large terminal clusters
of thickly set black berries.
Rhodotypos kerrioides, when well set
with terminal clusters of four hard-shelled
blackberries, is very fine for winter. "While
Ilex verticillata, the black alder, does not
retain the bright color In its red berries
throughout the winter, yet it should not be
omitted from a list of this kind, as it is
still an effective plant during the holidays.
The same can be said of the Japanese form.
Ilex Sieboldi, which is vastly more pro-
lific, but bearing berries of a smaller size.
Celastrus scaudens and Celastrus articu-
lata are two of the best vines for running
over rock work or small trees, with the
idea of getting pretty winter effects, as
the small drooping clusters of orange col-
ored berries make them very artistic.
In trees the birches seem to stand in
front as the most beautiful in the winter,
and the least observant persons express
an admiration for this class of treee,
which seems to have a greater charm
when leafless. The varieties of the Euro-
pean birch, Betula alba, are probably the
most common, especially B. alba lacinl-
ata, all of which are very attractive and
graceful in winter, the white trunk marked
here and there by the blank connections ol
the larger branches and the drooping
habit of the slender branches, making it a
very beautiful tree. Betula papyrifera, or
the Canoe Birch, is very picturesque In
itfi native haunts; a broad-spreading tree
of medium size with smooth white bark
on the trunk. The larger branches of red-
dish tinge form a curious contrast with
its slender reddish bronze branchlets. Be-
tula nigra is distinct in character from this,
but no less desirable. When standing
alone it is singularly graceful. The stem
in matured plants is covered with a red
brown bark, very loose and torn; the trunk
ia dark gray, rough and with little resem-
blance to the bark of any other birch,
with the possible exception of the blue
black birch. The young shoots are brown,
dotted with light gray, but, as a whole,
the bark of the tree is very much broken,
Showing a great variety of color.
The willow Is of another class of trees
which produce fine winter scenery, espe-
cially so if It is pruned severely every year
or two, so as to produce strong young
shoots, keeping it more in the form of a
shrub than a tree. The other day I had
e of aiiving tnrougb
Ueaham. it wais ui
tne nay, the sun was
nil view 01 tnis oeautitui
auout niieen leet uisii
curv
luougn i canuoc mane Lnis scaLemeni, poisi-
oue a memory. lO attempt to enumerate
a.Lia ae^cnbe ail me species anu varieties
01 tnia large genuts oi plants in, regara tu
tne aia of an artist. Out the barks var>
in Diown, jeilow, ught green ana oaiii
gi een, ueepeuiug in color as tne season aa-
vaucfcs. jiue nail developed catiiins wnicn
iiB seen in the winter montbs aaa greaiiy
to tne otner gooa qualities of tnis ciafc^.
adiLiiL viteiiina nretzeninensis, baiix Iragius,
aaiix aurea (.itusjian variety;, aalix coruata
auu baux pttioiaris are a lew mat 1 notea
111 tne nursery rows oi the arooreium as
ueiug especially noticeable on account oi
tiie uruiiant color of the barK.
^muug our smaller trees, Acer Pennsyl-
vamcuui, or sU'iped maple, possesses many
cnurms to an aamirer oi winter scenes,
uiovvn ana Diue-white marKiug tnrough tne
enure plant, tne young growtn being Verj'
orignt reu. Acer spicatum wnen cut down
to tne ground springs up Irom tne base
anu tor tne nrst year or two aiterward
pi events a pleasing euect similar to some
ui tne oriiiiaut lorms of tne cornets, tne
puling snoots coming up very strong oeing
many 01 tne otber mapies, but not to so
mamea a uegree as in tne Acer spicatiun.-
i uiigut menUon others, as tne spiraea,
cratae&us, pnysooarpus, etc., but wniie
tne auove list is not complete it gives an
lata of the number ot our hardy wooay
plants which are decorative througn all tne
seasons, xne enect of any of tnem tnrougn-
ouc tae greater part of tne winter is charm-
ing, ana you win notice that the greater
number stand up well in the list ot our
mosL beautiiul and desirable plants for sum-
mer plantations, which proves that In se-
lecting for winter scenery we need not ae-
tract in the least degree from tne beauties
01 spring and summer. It is only necessary
wnue planting lor spring, summer and fail
results to bear in mind tne coming coid sea-
son wltn the deciduous trees ana shruDs
Dare against tne wnite backgrouua of snow,
and to plant to a certain extent suca ot our
woody plants whicn will produce a pleae-
mg comDlnation either by torm, truit or
color, iirom the length ol my list you will
note that there is no end to the varieties
presented lor enective comDinations, anu
althougn each added one makes our work
more complicated and dilhcult, yet it anords
an opportunity, when used aright, tor new
ana pretty enects.
I have spoken e.\clusively regarding
deciduous trees and shrubs as thougn they
coniain in winter all the out of door Deauty.
This IS not 60, and I am a great admirer
of the evergreens, but in treating this sub-
ject writers too often leave out of consid-
eration the beauties of our deciduous trees,
and therefore at this time call them more
especially to your attention, for while we
could not spare our evergreen trees it is
evident that ne could ill dispense with these
which have not the persistent green foliage.
There is a ceriain monotony in evergreens
which, though not tiresome, certainly does
not lend the variety to the scene as do the
deciduous plants, changing from month to
month, and Irom season to season, and
adding a lively interest in their transforma-
tions throughout the year.
In speaking of evergreens it is not my
purpose within this limited time allowed
me to enumerate all of our hardy trees and
shrubs which belong to that great and val-
uable family, coniferae. A visit to Mr. H.
H. Hunnewell's pinetum and Italian garden,
and to the pinetum in the arboretum would
be more instructive than anything that I
could say at this time. At these two places
you will And this class of plants very com-
plete. Abies, picea, pinus, taxus, thuya,
tsuga, retinosporas, juniperus, in fact every-
thing belonging to his noble family will be
found, and a careful study should be made
of them in considering what to plant for
ind winter work.
both s
A walk through any grounds in winter,
which has been under the skillful care of
a landscape architect will reveal to the
eye some plant which especially appeals
to him, which in turn will attract him to
some other equally beautiful though less
conspicuous shrub or tree. In giving you
my thought in relation to the trees and
shrubs which will withstand our New
England climate, and are highly attractive
for winter plantations, I trust that some of
my suggestions will prove of value In your
future work.
Diseases of Forcing House
Vegetables.
Bulletin 73 ot the Ohio Agricultural Ex-
periment Station is devoted to studies of
some of the more common plant diseases
of the forcing house and garden, especially
those encountered in the culture of vegeta-
bles under glass, an industry which is as-
suming very considerable importance in
Ohio and other Northern States. The bulle-
tin is illustrated with several plates.
Complaints are frequently received at the
Station of lettuce rot, a disease which af-
fects the head varieties especially, when
grown under glass. The Grand Rapids va-
riety seems to suffer least. Too high tem-
perature, especially at night, is conducive
to the rot. Thorough ventilation and care
in watering are the remedies suggested.
Other diseases of lettuce are leaf blight,
leaf perforation and downy mildew. Ex-
perience at the station and elsewhere has
demonstrated that when lettuce is watered
by sub-irrigation it is much less liable to
these diseases than when surface watered.
Another class of diseases, affecting more
especially roses, tomatoes, begonias, cucum-
bers and some other plants is caused by
small eel-worms or nematodes, microscopic
in size, which work In the roots of the
plants, causing minute enlargements or
galls. The symptoms of attack are stunted
growth, yellowing and dropping of leaves,
especially dying of the leaves at the point
or lateral margins, with a scalded aspect.
In roses, which are the most liable of all
plants to nematode attack, the disease is
often called "the yellows." Thorough
steaming of the soil before planting is tne
most promising remedy yet discovered at
the Station.
The powdery mildew o£ composite plants
has been successfully combated upon cin-
erarias, when taken in time, by spraying
with weak solution of potassium sulpnide
or copper sulphate. Probably the downy
mildew of the cucumber would yield to the
The sudden wilting of outdoor cucumbers
is due to a bacterial disease, which may be
carried from plant to plant by the cucum-
ber beetle. No effectual prevention is
known, but the burning of diseased plants
and the destruction of the beetles are in-
dicated.
A spot upon the leaf and fruit of cucum-
bers is found in the East and is likely to
cause trouble to pickle growers in Ohio.
Spraying with Bordeaux mixture is indi-
cated for this disease, as well as for a new
leaf-blight of the muskmelon, causing many
rather large, dried spots in the leaves, fol-
lowed by dying and curling under from the
tips to the margins.
Tomato leaf-mold is the most common
fungus disease of tomatoes grown under
glass. This caused serious loss in the Sta-
tion greenhouses in 1891, where it was in-
troduced in an old plant carried over, from
which it spread throughout the houses.
The disease first appears as rusty brown
patches on the under side of the leaves; as
these patches enlarge the leaf becomes yel-
low, wilts and finally dies. In cases of se-
vere attack the whole plant may perish, and
in any case its growth will be seriously
checked.
With leaf-mold, as with lettuce rot, thor-
ougb ventilation is required, and spraying
with diluted Bordeaux mixture is indicated.
Greenhouse tomatoes are subject to other
forms of leaf blight and spot, some of them
affecting fruit as well as foliage. All dis-
eased plants should be at once removed and
burnt.
The bulletin is a report of progress in the
study of plant diseases, many of them but
little known, and in case of serious out-
breaks ot such diseases gardeners are re-
quested to aid the Station in further study
by sending samples of diseased plants to the
Experiment Station at Wooster, with full
description ot s
OBITUARY.
Henry McCrowe.
Henry McCrowe, who for the past three
Tears had been Superintendent of Parks at
Paterson, N. J., died in that city on Sun-
day laBt, March 14, ot Bright's disease.
He was 50 years of age. Mr. McCrowe had
been In ill-health for more than two years,
and was incapacitated for work for the
past three months.
Deceased was born at Twickenham
Ferry, near London, and In his younger
days was apprenticed to Veitch. After
serving as a draughtsman in the Royal
Engineers, he became manager of the ex-
tensive parks surrounding the home of the
Marquis of Bath. Later, In Ireland, he
had charge of the park-like domains of
Lord Pike, Sir John Garnet, Capt. Wells,
and J. J. Murphy, the brewer and distiller.
He worked some time in Sander's nurseries
at St. Albans. He came to America ten
years ago as gardener to J. R. Pitcher,
Esq., and then went to Woodstock, Vt.,
where he gathered together an extensive
collection ot orchids. Substquently he
became gardener to Mr. J. E. Brown, of
Bellport, L. I. Later he did some land-
ecape work, among which was the laying
out of the grounds of Banker Lanier at
Westbury, L. I. After that, in partnership
with J. S. Parks, he commenced In the
florist business at Patchogue, L. I., which
he relinquished to accept the position he
held at the time of his death.
Mr. McCrowe had an intimate knowl-
edge ot plants, and was a vei:y successful
orchid grower. He was superintendent of
the New York Flower Shows for two suc-
cessive years, a post which he filled with
much acceptance. Obliging at all times,
he was well liked by all the exhibitors. At
The Late Henry McCrowe.
the last election of officers of the New
York Florists' Club, he was the unsuccess-
ful candidate tor the presidency. He
leaves a widow and six children— three
boys and three girls.
Ttefuneral took place Wednesday.March
17, Messrs. S. C. Nash, John G. Esler,
A. L. Don, A. Dimmock, W. J. Stewart,
and J. W. Withers, representing the N. Y.
Florists' Club, were the pallbearers. In-
terment was in the Holy Sepulchre Ceme-
tery, Paterson, N. J.
The Paterson Daily Press pays the fol-
lowing tribute to the deceased park super-
intendent: " Mr. McCrowe came into the
employ of the Commission and took charge
of the city parks on March 1, 1894. The
advance in the development and artistic
embellishment of the parks under his
skilled guidance was manifest to all, and
universal expressions of sympathy and re-
gret are heard over his untimely death.
That he was an artist cannot be gainsaid,
for every piece ot work he undertook
seemed to blossom into beauty. He was a
master hand In his profession, which he
carried out on a scientific basis. There
was no haphazard or guesswork in any-
thing he undertook, for he always knew in
his mind's eye beforehand how a piece of
work was going to look after it had been
completed. He was schooled in every root
and branch of landscape gardening, and
was an adept in the handling of surveyors'
implements, as he was also with the
draughtman's pencil. As a grower of
plants he was the peer of any one in the
business, and was regarded throughout
the country as an expert. He was In every
sense of the word an old-time gardener,
such as only England, the home of land-
scape gardening, produces. Mr. McCrowe
was honest, conscientious, and sturdy, dis-
playing a tireless activity. He was highly
esteemed by the Park Commissioners, who
feel that they have sustained a personal
bereavement. Mr. McCrowe was a re-
markably well informed man ; he was an
omnivorous reader; and seemed able to
thoroughly grasp and digest all that he
read, to the enrichment of his matured
mind."
March 20, 1897.
The F=ii-ORiSTS' Exchhngb.
271
The Sweet Pea.
A paper on "The Sweet Pea, the Flower
for Everybody," was read before the Masea-
chusetts Horticultural Society Saturday,
Feb. 13, 1897, by Rev. W. T. Hutehins of
Indian Orchard. Mr. Hutehins said in part:
"With regard to the history of the sweet
pea, Francois Copani. an Italian botanist
in Sicily, about 1700, wae the first cultivator
lies, tv
wer. The
of then
four
spe-
Ceylo
two of Sicily. De CandoUe, however, speaks
of two only, the other two being variation,!
of these. Mr. Eckford of England began
specializing this flower in 1885. Mr. Lax-
ton also introduced some valuable noveltieis.
but to Mr. Eckford must be attributed a
large part of the honjr of developing th:s
flower to its prasent beauty. To-day Cali-
fornia is the second great factor in isweei
peaa. That State is supplying the best trade
stock we have, and exports almost the bal-
ance of the world's supply. It seems to me
that England. France and Germany must
give preference to this California stock.
Some growers in California do not hesitate
to grow 260 acres of this flower so as to
supply every known variety.
"Those who failed in the culture of sweet
peas last year bad plenty of good company.
I bent all my energy to escaping the blight,
and succeeded only in seeing my vines go up
ten feet, blossoming in a scattering way
after they were five feet high. There were
two main causes, the first being that we had
no frost to check a rapid start, and this
wa« followed by an excess of rain during
the growing season. One of the worst vices
of the sweet pea is a tendency to rank vine
and no bloom. Last year we had ejactly
the conditions to produce that. Make the
plant work, if you want to increase the
bloom. The root is the part of the plant
that works, and the stiffer the soil the more
wholesome exercise it gets. The sweet pea
should not have a soft bed beneath it. a;
that induces a less hardy growth, indulges
the root and weakens it for its after- work.
It favors a top growth beyond the power
of the root to support. It stimulates growth
at the expense of bloom. We have been
following the trench system, that is, we
have .dug down and filled in with looi:e isoil
and fertilizer, and the very looseness of
this bed under our seed and vines has been
enough to make mischief. The soil shouki
be made firm by treading down. We have
weakened the plants by this soft treatment,
and then have imprisoned them at the ten-
derest age four inches below the sunny
surface of the ground and suffocated the, 11
still more by filling in the earth before
they were at all hardened. Hence the
blight. This firming should be done when
the soil is a light loam. Clay loam ought to
produce good flowers.
"We had better all of us fight shy of the
trench method. I have a soft, spongy soil.
I plow it in the Fall, going over each fur-
row twice. Then I hollow out about two
inches where my rows are placed, treading
the soil, if I find it soft. In the Spring 1
shall scratch lines an inch deep for my
seed and cover an inch, and roll the soil
above and along the sides. If you have a
clay loam, it will settle sufliciently. I be-
lieve in spading in the Fall for the pur-
pose of mixing, but I should let the frost
be my plow in the Spring. I believe this
'firming' of the ground and avoiding the
other things that have smothered our ten-
der vines will stop the blight.
"For ground moles I resort to tar paper,
setting pieces one by two feet in size into
the ground every few feet to prevent the
moles running lengthwise of the rows.
"Plant the seed as early as possible.
After the frost is out of the warmest part
of the garden is the time to plant the seed,
unless you continue to set apart Fast Day
for this purpose. Plant the seed liberally
enough to allow for various losses. I plant
in double rows at the rate of one ounce to
ten feet. Use more than that it it Is cheap
mixed seed. After all losses the plants
should not stand nearer than three incheis
apart. Some of the devils that did 'not go
into the swine went into the cutworm. It
I open my mouth to boast that I do not
have many of them I shall surely have my
pride humbled soon. I believe in going at
him in the Fall. Just as soon as the frost
has spoiled things, put on a good dressing
of salt, freeze him out by spading up as late
possible. I find virtue in bran and
s green; a pail of bran with a table-
spoonful of the poison stirred in, sweetened
tie, and sown on the surface or lightly
in in the Spring is a simple remedy.
Diverting the worms by planting something
> value for them to feed on helps. Go
jarly in the morning and kill them be-
fore breakfast.
"The last two seasons have brought an-
ther pest. I call it a louse. It colonizes
n the under side of the foliage, near the
base of the vine, and causes whitish trans-
lucent spots on the leaves. Go at it vigor-
ously with tobacco tea or a force of water
from the hose. I use the latter, but, with
the excess of rain, it caused the vines to
grow up at the expense of bloom last year.
The balance of the rules for culture are
simple and threadbare. Bush or trellis
strongly, and give the vines room to ram-
ble. Water freely after the blooming
Aboat 25 men are employed the year
around to take care of the place. The
palmetto and cocos palms are grand.
Plants of 2.'> feet and over In height were
t'Hntplanted with ease, and are growing
nlc»ly, partlcalarly the cocos, which are
very abundant, and look pretty with the
blossom and fruit of good size. The lawns
are well kept, and borders are planted
with blooming plants. Many beds of vari-
ous sorts of plants are scattered over the
grounds. Among the plants noticeable
for their thrift and beauty, were flne beds
of crotons, about 20 varieties, highly
colored ; acalyphas of great size, aralias in
variety, also coleua and bignonla. Olean-
ders and hibiscus grow to good size, and
look very bright, particularly the hibiscus
with Its large red flowers. Among the
larger plants and trees, the most conspicu-
ous and the grandest of these, according
to Mr. Hegens, is the Royal Poinciana, a
good sized tree bearing a floe large bloom
—a cluster of blossoms about 3 feet in
length resembling an orchid. It Is also
very fragrant. The graceful cocos, pal-
also multiply very rapidly, and could no
doubt be grown In this locality, as well as
In Bermuda.
The weather here is delightful, the ther-
mometer stands at about 85 degrees, but a
mid-ocean breeze makes one feel very
comfortable.
I was also astonished to see the grand
rnatlons and roses which are shipped
from the north to W. G. Foster, who has
control of the florists' trade from St.
Augustine to Miami. I must say I never
w any better carnations than the Scott
d C. A. Dana, one of Dorner's new seed-
igs, I believe, which were oflfered for sale
the hotel. The flowers were of splendid
size and color, and had strong long stems.
Mr. Foster stated that C. W. Ward, of
Long Island, was his regular shipper, and
he never saw anyone equal him In packing
carnations. They arrive in perfect condi-
tion, and he can keep them so tor almost
a week after he receives them. They bring
$1 50 per dozen, which is not too much,
taking Into account the heavy express
charges and other considerations. Ameri-
can Beauty from the North, shipped from
New York, were flne blooms; they bring
$1.50 to $2 00 per bloom. Bride and Brides-
maid do not ship so well. Mr. Foster says,
occasionally he gets good flowers.
E. C. Rkinkman.
A Standing Wreath.
The accompanying illustration la a rep-
resentation of the wreath exhibited by Wm.
I. Brower, New York, in the recent funeral
design competition for the Plumb cup, held
before the New York Florists' Club, from
which body the designer received a certlfl-
cate of merit. The wreath stood on a tri-
angular base, a point to which the com-
mittee of judges took exception, claiming
It to be architecturally wrong. The base
was formed of green leucothoe and androm-
eda leaves, springing from which were
sprays of brown leucothoe foliage. The
wreath itself was 23 inches in diameter,
made of brown galax leaves, fringed with
Adlantum cuneatum, having a cluster of
Bridesmaid roses, and a spray of white
erica to the left. The standard was
entwined with smllax.
Btower, New York, in
te of Merit by N. Y. Flo
period comes, but not too much before.
Run the rows north and south to give the
flowers both morning and afternoon sun
on both sides. You are favorably situated
here for early success with sweet peas.
Almost anywhere near the sea coast they
thrive."
A Trip Down South.
I have now reached the southern limit
of my trio— 1 beautiful spot, rich In tropical
vegetation, and grounds well laid out, sur-
rounding maeniacent hotels of which the
Hotel Royal Poinciana Is as flne and com-
plete as any found In the United States.
The gardens are in charge of Robert
Hegen, a native of Providence, R. I., who
has done much in the few years he has
been here, though at times laboring under
great difl[icnlties, the climatic conditions
I being 80 different from those in the North.
metto and date palms are very attractive.
Guano and sapodilla were In fruit and
about ripe; the latter resembles a pear in
size and color somewhat, is very juicy, but
p-rishable, consequently not often found
In northern markets. The tamarind tree
is great, also the Japan plum, and a few
other sorts. Screw pines grow rapidly
and attain good size. Fine specimens of
agave, perfect In shape and of large size,
generally bloom in about flve or seven
years.
here. I have seen them in the woods.
Alyssum is used for bordering, as Is also
alternanthera, phloxes and hardy pinks,
petunias are also plentiful. In cannas,
Crozy, A. Bouvier, and several other sorts
are grown, and doing fairly well.
Harrisii lilies thrive here, some of the
stems bearing from 40 to 60 blooms. They
Flower Catalogue Defense.
It must be with sorrow that Rochester-
ians see in the outside press slurring
allusions to those lovely prophetic pam-
phlets which anticipate the flowers that
bloom in the Spring ; for the weak jokes
and sad humor directed toward the flower
catalogues can be only a source of pain to
this literally blooming community whence
they emanate. Like the enterprising vine
of the pumpkin, we have observed this vein
of comment creeping far, and in a growth
more luxuriant this year than we remem-
ber having ever seen before. An editorial
in the Brooklyn Eagle is an example. It
likens a flower catalogue at the end of the
season to a patent medicine almanac as a
vehicle of promises unfulfllled. It says,
with a ring of scorn in its screech, that
without one of these catalogues one "can
have no idea of the size to which roses and
onions attain. And the colors— why, they
nearly make one weep with their bril-
liancy." Now flower catalogues is a sub-
ject on which Rochester is sensitive, and
It may be added that we know more about
them than Brooklyn and New York and
Buffalo and Syracuse know— all put to-
gether, and here there is a deep respect,
not to say love, for those brilliant periodi-
cals with their highly colored promise of
flowery Spring. May we not even claim
that in their dazzling chromo frontispiece
was found the suggestion of poster art,
and shall we permit these books of hopeful
message and benignant influence to be
Idly scorned ? No literature of the city is
so widely circulated as they, through them
"the Flower city" has become a house-
hold word. To turn the thoughts of
Innumerable Darbys and Joans to flori-
culture, to make them yearn for rose em-
bowered cottages, and backyards that are
living groceries, and to turn the thoughts
of weary housewives from dusting cloths
to lilies, is a triumph that might be envied
by the greatest poet who has high concep-
tions of his duty to raise the race. The
professed function of the flower catalogue
is to show us how to raise flowers from
seeds and slips, if, then. It errs In an
enthusiasm which makes it promise for its
wares more than they can do, let us for-
give the failure in the thought that It has
Incldently raised humanity, and when the
season closes, and we look back on the
pleasant hours spent in the transformed
garden, let us remember that In every
scheme for Eden's restoration we must
have not only mammoth flowers grown
with the ease promised in the catalogue,
I but a couple who will love them. — Roch-
ester Post-Express.
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Carnations
A Talk About ....
Catalogue Defense, Flower .
Changes in Business
Correspondence
Decorative Effects of Trees and Sh hubs
IN Winter
Diseases of Forcing House Vegetables.
Obituary:
Henry McCrowe (Portrait)
Seed Distribution, Probable Ending of.
Seed Trade Report
S. A. F. Medals
Society of American Florists
Standing Wreath, A (lUus.)
Sweet Pea, The
Tariff, Debate on
Trade Notes :
Providence, Toronto ....
Boston, Philadelphia ....
New York
Chicago, Cincinnati
Buffalo
Springfield, Mass
Milwaukee, Saginaw, Mich. . ,
Kansas City, Mo
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For the Busy Man.
Mr. C. V. Whitten, of Boston, is dead,
Henry McCioi
on, N. J., died £
The seedsmen
able to kill tht
tribution.
tore by President McKinley.
It has been suggested that the Exchange
obtain a vote of lis readers on the new tariff
bill, as far as it affects the trade. See this page
Society of American Florists.
The annual meeting of the Executive
Committee was held at Providence, R. I.,
March 9 and 10, 1897. The flr»t sebsiou
convened at 10 a.m., in parlor B. , at the Nar-
ra^ansett Hotel. On roll call it appeared
that all the members were present but
three, the absentees being Messrs. Beatty,
Rawson, and McCuUough. Their places
were filled by the appointment of Messrs.
May, Manda, and Wood.
The reports of Secretary and Treasurer
were of most encouraging character, and
indicated that the Society had undoubt-
edly passed the low water period, and Is
already feeling the effects of reviving
vigor. Pertinent communications were
received from several interested members,
the suggestions made therein proving
valuable to the committee In their deliber-
ations.
Among the most Important matters con
sldered was that of the best means of re-
claiming to membership In the Society old
members who are in arrears for dues.
That a recurrence In future of the large
delinquent list might be avoided, it was
decided to recommend to the Society for
its adoption at the next convention the
clause in the revised by-laws offered last
year.providlng that the admission fee for all
new members be raised from $3 to $5, and
that dues ($3) be payable annually in ad
vance thereafter. Failure to pay annual
dues shall terminate membership, but
•ame can be renewed at pleasure by the
payment of $5 as a new member. A special
clause will also be recommended whereby
those who so desire may become life mem-
bers by the payment of a certain sum, the
proceeds to form a reserve fund, the in
terest on which may be used annually for
such purposes as the Society shall decide.
In anticipation of the adoption by the
Society of the above clauses, the Executive
Committee voted to extend to all members
in arrears for dues the privilege of resum-
ing their membership at any time previous
to the Providence Convention by the pay-
ment of the sum of $2, In addition to the
dues for current year, or $5 in all.
It being apparent that the Society must
provide for its members some special and
tangible return for their annual payments,
in addition to the general benefits results
Ingfrom the Society's work, a beginning
was made in this direction by the adoption
of a resolution providing for the registra-
tion, annually, of all American novelties,
with name of originator and Introducer,
description, date and other available In-
formation; the same to be published in
the annual report for exclusive distribu-
tion among the members of the Society.
A step forward in the direction of the
establishment of more intimate relations
between the S. A. F. and the auxiliary
societies, was the adoption of a resolution
providing for the issuance of all certificates
of the Chrysanthemum Society of America,
hereafter, by concurrent action of com-
mittees from the two societies, said cer-
tificates to bear the signatures of the
president and secretary of both organlaa-
tions. It was also voted that the carna-
tion, chrysanthemum and other auxiliary
societies be tendered a reasonable amount
of space in the printed report of theS.A.P.,
for the publication of their reports.
Other important doings of the committee
were the appointment of a committee, con-
sisting of Messrs May, Manda and Harris,
to take measures to secure in the new
tariff laws, proper protection for the
products of American horticulture ; a com-
mittee to act In harmony with the various
Hatch Experiment Stations, and to devlee
a comprehensive plan for special Investiga-
tion of questions regarding plant growth,
fertilizers, etc., giving annual reports to
this Society; the adoption of measures to
facilitate the efforts about to be renewed
for the securing of a National Charter;
the official endorsement of the Hamburg
Exhibition; the postponement until August
of the proposition to recognize and officially
endorse the Florists' Board of Trade; the
adoption of a graded schedule of charges
for space at the annual trade exhibition;
the selection of Music Hall, and the hall
directly underneath it, for the purposes of
convention and trade exhibition : the ap-
pointment of W. E. Chappell as superln-
tendant of the exhibition ; and the setting
aside of six medals of silver and six of
bronze to be offered for special objects
exhibited at Newport, should the con-
templated horticultural exhibition in that
city at convention time be arranged.
The following were adopted as features
of the programme for the Providence Con-
vention. A President's Reception on the
first evening ; a Public Lecture by some
prominent lecturer on the second evening ;
one session to be devoted to the considera-
tion of A Year's Progress In Chrysanthe-
mums, Roses, and Carnations, these sub-
jects to be handled by representatives of
the special societies devoted to their re-
spective interests; A Year's Progress in
Decorative and Greenhouse Plants, in
Bedding Plants, and in the Retail Trade;
Trees and Shrubs such as should be grown
by every florist; The Beautifying of Parks
and Pleasure Grounds.
The Florists and Gardeners' Club of
Rhode Island presented an outline of the
entertainment and amusement features
with which they propose to make the
vL^Itors happy during the hours not de-
voted to business, among which are a ride
for the ladles, bowling and shooting for
the sportsmen, and an excursion to New
port for all. An Indication of the hospi-
table spirit animating the Providence fra-
ternity was seen In the courtesies extended
to the committee by the Providence Ath-
letic Association, through Mr. Wm. Wing,
and In the elegant banquet given the
visitors In the beautifully decorated dining
room at Tlllinghast's by the local Club.
The following report of the committee
on final resolutions was unanimously
adopted :
Whereas, The Executive Committee of
the Society of American Florists, which
has been In session In the city of Provi-
dence for the last two days, has been most
generously entertained and assisted by the
Rhode Island Florists and Gardeners' Club,
and
Whereas, We have had extended to us
by the Providence Athletic Association,
through Mr. W. H. Wing, the freedom of
their magnificent building, and also have
been so agreeably entertained by Mr,
Wing, and so kindly treated by the Press
of the city, be It
Resolved, That we most deeply appreci-
ate all their kind acts, and tender our
sincere thanks for the same.
John F. Cowkll,
Jackson Dawson,
E. A. Wood,
Committee.
The tables in the committee rooms were
handsomely decorated with vases of Lily
Dean and Maud Dean carnations and Car-
not roses from J. N. May, and of seedling
carnations from N. D. Pierce, Jr.
The great International Exposition of
1897 win open at Hamburg, on May 1, con-
tinuing until October 1. The managers of
this undertaking are desirous of having a
large and full representation of the
products of American Horticulture, and
have made arrangements with the steam-
ship companies granting liberal conces-
sions to those sending or accompanying
goods intended for exhibition. Premiums
aggregating nearly $40,000 have been pro-
vided. The Executive Committee of the
Society of American Florists at Its meeting
on March 9 and 10, 1897, voted to endorse
officially the above mentioned exposition,
and urges upon its members the desirabil-
ity of being well represented there by their
products. All possible assistance will be
rendered intending exhibitors by the of-
ficers of the S. A. F.
Wm. J. Stewart, Secretary.
S. A. F. Medals.
Growers and introducers of new plants
are reminded of the fact that the Society
of American Florists offers three medals
of gold, silver and bronze, to be awarded
to the originators of new hybrids or vari
eties raised from seed, or the discovery
and introduction of new species or vari-
eties that are decided improvements over
existing kinds. The awards to be made in
accordance with the following rules:
No awards shall be made for any plant
that has not been grown at least two years
In this country, and exhibited at least
twice before some regularly recognized
Horticultural Society, where it shall have
received a first-class endorsement in writ-
ing by said Society. Further, that it have
the endorsement in writing of three
members of the Executive Committee be-
fore It shall be considered by the full
Executive Board, and then only shall such
award be made by a two-thirds vote of the
Committee, such species or variety to be
shown in plant form, and cut state where
practicable. Not more than one medal
shall be awarded in each class, and not
more than three in all in each year.
Wm. J. Stewart,
Sec'y.
The Exchange begs to state once more
that it decidedly refuses to recognize
anonymous communications. It has little
regard for anyone who is afraid to father
his thoughts and opinions expressed in
writing. The writer's name is not neces-
sarily wanted for publication, but as an
evidence of good faith.
The S. A. F.
The report of the results of the meeting
of the Executive Committee of the Society
of American Florists, at Providence, last
week, is before our readers, and it Is full
of promise and bright with indications of
renewed life, vitality and sincere desire to
keep this society at the head and front of
every movement leading to the develop-
ment of horticultural interests.
This conclusion, supplemented by the
additional fact, that the annual meeting
is to be held in the very center where horti-
culture best thrives, leads us to predict that
In points of attendance, enthusiasm and
business accomplished, the coming conven-
tion will prove second to none ever held by
the society, even surpassing that held at
Boston, in 1890, which was the banner year,
and marks the largest attendance in the
Society's annals.
We invite all to read the report with
care and to lose no time in tendering their
allegiance to the Society, even though they
are unable to attend the meeting in person.
Probable Ending of Miscella-
neous Free Seed Distribution,
If there is truth in the reports which
have reached us, Secretary Wilson inclines
more to advance the real agricultural in-
terests of the country than he does to the
continuance of the haphazard distribution
of seeds, which creates no tangible benefit
to the recipients, and tends only to beget a
race of beggars and mendicants. Hia
policy, as outlined In an administration
journal, seems to point out that he will
use the resources of the Department of
Agriculture to build up and strengthen
the interests of the agriculturist, pure and
simple, through theenconragementof new
rgy, such as the promotion of
through scientific feeding and breeding,
and so capture the foreign beet food
markets!
If our information Is correct, we gladly
welcome the Innovation ; this is the proper
work of the Department, and In carrying
out these plans, Secretary Wilson will have
with him the best wishes and valuable
assistance of all who have the true welfare
of the agriculturist at heart.
A Subject for Debate.
THE TARIFF OUESIION,
Lei the Trade Decide.
The whirligig of time has brought about
the quadrennial seesaw of political faith,
and the changes consequent thereto have
Involved the business men of the country
into the consideration of an altered tariff,
deemed absolutely necessary to the health
of the country by our new staff of doctors.
Although great pressure Is being brought
to bear on passing a revised tariff at the
earliest possible moment, there will be
sufficient time afforded to Intelligently
discuss the measure as it affects seeds-
men, florists and nurserymen. In all Its
bearings, and to this end, following up the
suggestion of a correspondent, whose let-
ter appears elsewhere, we would outline
the following method of procedure:
Our Special Edition will be published
April 3, and will come Into the hands of
9,000 gentlemen, principally employers, so
that it will practically reach all concerned.
To appear in that Issue we Invite a short,
concise letter, for or against the proposed
new enactions, from every reader interest-
ed. As this is a subject which directly or
indirectly touches all pockets, we will ex-
pect many letters, and so caution the
writers to keep the debate free from ex-
traneous remarks. " Business policy, not
politics," must be the guide mark. All
communications should reach us not later
than March 29.
A coupon will be printed in our issue of
Aprils, on which all who receive the paper
will be expected to vote, and to return to
this office within ten days, when the re-
sults will be at once tabulated and for-
warded without delay to the Committee on
Ways and Means for consideration, before
their final action. Thus will be made
known the wishes of the majority, and
that they will carry due weight with our
legislators we have no doubt.
The following are the proposed tariff
provisions affecting onr readers:
The F=lorisxs' Exchange.
273
DUTIABLE. I
Plants, trees, shrubs, vines, bnlbs and
rof>ts of all kinds, for growth iu ihe
open Hir or otuerwise, not specially
provided for in this Act, thirty per
centum ad valorem.
Seeds * * * of all kinds not epeclally
provided for In this Act, forty per cen
turn ad valorem. [This includes all
vegetable seeds.J
FREE LIST.
Grasses and fibers; not dressed or man
ntactnred.
Moss, crude or unmanufactured. Plants,
trees, shrubs, roots, seed cane, and
seeds. Imported by the Department of
Agriculture or the United States Bo
tanlc Garden.
Seeds: Anise, caraway, cardamon, cotton,
cummin, fennel, fenugreek, hemp,
hore hound, mustard, rape, St. John's
bread or bene, sugar beet, mangel
wurzel, sorghum, or sugar cane, for
seed, and all flower and grass seeds;
all the foregaing not specially provided
for in this Act.
If the above paragraphs go through, all
bulbs, palms, orchids, and florists' stock
for forcing, will hereafter pay an Import
duty of 30 per cent, ad valorem:
All vegetable seeds will be taxed forty
per cent.
All flower and grass seeds will come In
free.
If the Free Seed Distribution Is to be
maintained, and dealers refuse to bid for
the Government contract, the Secretary of
Agriculture will have the power to import
all he wanti. free of duty.
^ Trade Follows Wherever the Florists' Exchange Goes and the ^
^ Florists' Exchange Spring Special Will Go Everywhere. ^
CIRCULATION i
9,000 COPIES. I
riiis edition will contain special features in reading matter ^
illustrations which will greatly enhance its value to 13
tisers. ^
DATE OF ISSUE 3
New York.
irket.
From the experience of former
years there has always been at least two
weeks of almost entire stagnation prior tc
Easter. Judging from the state of busl
ness during the last three days of the past
week, this year will prove no exception.
The leading retail stores have reduced
their purchases to very small lots, which
has had a depressing effect upon what
little high grade stock arrived. Beauty
holds its own fairly well, owing no doubt
to the market falling off in the supply of
hybrids this season. Jacqs. are also
small supply, so far, as compared with
other years. It seems that hybrids will
soon disappear from this market entirely.
As regards general stock of all kinds,
including carnations, bulbous material,
violets, valley, etc., last week's remarks
hold good, with quoted prices practically
the same.
It is difficult to find purchasers for mig-
nonette, and mach of it remains unsold,
even of high grade.
Smilax cleitred out again, and prices ad
vanced as high as $15.
Hybrid and Jacq. roses are coming in
more freely now to the cut flower market at
Thirty-fourth st.Ferry. Business generally
at this mart is also reported to be Improv
Nursery stock and roses are the
principal features in the rooms jast now,
and stock seems to be of high quality and
cjudltion. There is a large increase in the
quantityof shrubs and fruit trees offered
this season.
Retail Trade
J. H. Small & Sons made a
unique decoration in the ball room of the
Waldorf, on St. Patrick's day, in the shape
of an Irish tower, 18 feet high, and a Celtic
cross, 11 feet In height.
Fehdinan'D Schui'I", Union Hill, had his
horse and wagon stolen from outside of G.
M. Stumpp's store, at 58lh street, on Tues-
day. A general alarm was sent out with
the result that both were discovered by the
Brooklyn police the following day, but
minus the Jacqs., geranium leaves, etc.,
which the wagon contained when stolen.
G. M. STU.Mrr has taken the Burnham
store and will operate it In conjunction
with his own. The greenhouse at the rear
will be of considerable value to him during
the Easter trade.
Tllltorn.
Phil. Breitraeyer, Detroit, Mich.;
W. K. Harris, Philadelphia; Professor
Cowell, Buffalo, N. Y. ; Peter Crowe,
Utica, N. Y.
i APRIL 3, 1897 1
^ Advertisements should be sent in as early as possible in ^
g= order to receive best attention and most advantageous positions. ::S
^ Insertion cannot be guaranteed if copy reaches us later than ^
^ Wednesday, March ^i. First come, best served. =^
I THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE, P.O. Box 1697, N.Y. |
Index to Advertsements.
AlleinnnlUei
'•J7fi
DarliugO T
276
Ageratam
Vincent RJr& Sons
Alyssuni
27a
Vincent RJr& Sons
266
Aquatics
Vincent B Jr & Son
266
Craig Robert..
McCarthy N F 4 Co
281
Begonias
276
CavanaughMrs M.
McBetbTA
2,6
Neff LI
m
Slorrs 4 Harri-on Co iei
Bani'ti of Trail
National Florist. . .
266
BulbsandRoot.
Abel CC&Co
262
BergerHHiCo...
262
277
Clucas&Boddinglou 281
Co
262
284
Davis ABi Son...
DreerHenry A
266
HlghlandsNnrsery.
277
Mader Paul
284
McAllister F E Co
261
MlllsF B
266
Pierson F B Co . . . .
261
BolkerAugA Sons.
Smith W. 4 T. Co.
Storrs 4 Harrison C
284
267
Yaughan'sSeedStore 277
BiKlne.s Carii«
HillEOtCo
284
Cnnna Plan
Cotmge Gardens....
279
NiinzOG
Car
iC S.
265
Vaughan's Seed Store 277
Beach Jas E . 2C9
Beckert T F 279
Bool Floral Co 268
Breitu.eyer J A Son 269
ChinardL 266
CloudEJ 269
Cottage Gardens.. 269.279
Dale H 266
Uorner F ft Sons Co'. 269
Dunlop Jno A 269
EiseleO 284
Emmans Geo M 268
Foster LH 277
Fryer E 276
Grallertft Co. ... 269
Hackett Jolin&Co.. 269
Hancock ft Hon 265
Harrison John 269
Herr AM 269
Hess a 268
Hopp 4 Lemke 268
Boyle AW 268, 269
Enapper A 26.j
Lampert J J 265
Logan ay Greenh's 265
Lone Daniel B 268
Mader Paul 284
Meadow View Green -
MietoeyerH A 26.5
Morris Floral Co.... 269
Myers ft Samtman . . 268
NewMeadowGardens '^68
Piissmore B J 265
PennockC J 269
RackhamG A 274
Beimers Chas W... 274
Beinberg Bros 274
Renard Jos 269
ShelmireWB 268
Siebert CT 266
Smith N ft Son 278
Swayne Wm 268
TaylorEJ 269
Weber H ft Sons.. .. 265
WhittonftSon 266
Wood Bros 278
Wynings BP 276
Chrysantlieinuins
Beckert T P 279
Coltace Gardens .... 279
Dallledouze Bros.... 279
EiseleC 281
Eiiele JG 279
Garrett 4 Rose 277
Goddard C S 279
Greene Co Floral
Nurs 2S4
Hackett John 269
Hill EG ft Co 276
Hughes Geo J 279
May ,)noN 279
NanzCQ J76
Scott David 279
Smith ChasE 279
Smith N 4 Son , 278
Vincenllt Jrft Son. 268
Wells W 279
WillmoreWW 279
Wood Bros 278
Whitton ft Son
Csvanaugh Mrs M .
276
Felthousen J E...
OaskiU Q W
Harris C A 4 Co...
277
HerrDK ..278 279
SmlthCE
279
cm Klower
Allen JK
280
Allen W s.
Bider,.Tuo
277
Dale H
266
Ellison Wm
Fltzg'ldiHammonc
280
Gunlher WH
280
IlllnoisCutFInwerCc
Easting WmF ..
281
Kennicott Bros Co
2811
Kuehn CA
281
Lang Julius
2811
McCarthy N F ft Co
MlllangF
National Plant Co.
281
N T Cut Flower Oc
2811
Pennook Samuel S
2MI
280
280
BoUier A* F
280
Sheridan WF
2mi
Sutherland 0 A ...
281
Traendly ft Bchenck
28 1
Toung John
Ciolons
BerokmansPJ ....
281
Cottage Gardens . . .
279
Knapper Albert....
PeacockWP
262
Daisies.
FIsUerR
265
Ctorrett 4 Bose
277
Bader. Jno....
Baker Chas F..
Becker, Fred (
Berckmans P 3
Berger H H & I
DeSinetBros 261
Elizabeth Nrsy. Co.. 27
Foster LH , 27'
Heacock Jos 27i
Hesfler W J . 27'
La Roche 4 Stahl Co 27'
Beimers Cbas 27^
Boehrs Julius 27'
SeidewitzE A 27'
Schmitz F W 0 27
Bader Jno
BenedictOH
BobbinkLO
Elizabeth Nurs Co
Henderson P 4 Co...
Mader Paul
Ouwerkerk P.
StorrsftHarrison Co.
Wynings BP '.
Ferfilizers
Allegheny Fert. Wks. ;
Walker Fert
Plower Pots. eir.
Ernest WH 282
Hews A H 4Co 282
HUflnger Bros i'iz
Eeller Bros 282
Rolker 4 Sons Aug. 282
Syracuse Pottery Co 282
Lord ft Bamham Oo
Monlnger John C Co
Pierce PC
Plenty's Horticul-
tural Works
Kider-Ericsson Co..
ScoUayJA
Van Home Griffen
&Co
Wolf AQft Bro
Aschnjann G
Baldwin A J
Benedict Geo H
Bock Wm A
BoemerFred
Cavanaugh Mrs M..
Cottage Gardens. . .
Davis A B ft Son
Doyle J A
Emmans Geo M....
Everitt 4 Insall
Frost Jas 284
Gaskill Geo W
Greene Go FloralNur
HerzogWin
Mader Paul
MurpbeyR H
NeffLl 279
Smith Chas B
StorrsftHarrison Co. 267
Qreenhouses.
ForSale, ToLeass..'. 2
Hail iMsarance
Florist Hail Ass'n.... S
Heliotrope
Baldwin A J S
Bock Wm A S
Davis AB 4 Son 5
Smith ChasB 1
Murphey R H I
Hydrangeas
Boemer Fred '.
InseelieiUes an<
Fnngi.ides
FaustHO&Co :
LouisvilleTob'oo Co :
Eolker A ft Sons.... 1
Skabcura Dip Co.... 265
BetscberBros
Byer Bros 279
Chlunick W J
Cunningham Jos H. 277
Dreer Hy A "■"
Everitt 4 Insall....
Felthousen J E . . .
Fryer E
Greene ft tJnderhlll. 278
Greene Co. Floral
Nurs
Harris C A 4 Co...
Herr D E
Hughes tieo J
Eeiper Cbas
McBetbTA
Nanz CO
Pillsbury I L
Scott John
Seawanbaka Gbses .
Shepherd Mrs IB.
TimermanH H....
Wood Bros
Wynings B P 276
Ulu.hrooin Spaivn
Gardiner John 4 Co. 281
Mo-s and Peal
Lapp B
Lusby A ft Co
Myosolis,
Search WH I
Nursery Stock,
Trees, Fruit ai
Ornamental
And(rra Nurseries..
Black Chas 267.277
Brinton WP 267
Elizabeth Nurs Co
F 4 F Nurseries , .
Longsdorf C L
Monkhouse Jno...
Moon WmH Co...
Parsons ft Sons Co..
Pullen Alex
Saul Jno
Smith W4T Co ..
Storrs ft Harrison Co 267
Van Koert L
Watson T R
Orchids.
Sander F ft Co
Pansies
Brtwn P
Herr Albert M
277
Bardett F.
Storrs ftHarrlsonOo 267
Pnrlislas.
Davis A B 4 Son.... 2S4
Netr L. 1 279
a-liouse Bulldlne.
Healing and Ven.
t'lalinfj; Materials
OarmodyJD 283
Ooldwell-Wllcoi Co, 283
Oowen's N Sons .... 28J
Deltsch Aft Co 283
GIbllo ftOo '266
Hlppard E
HItchlnes ft Co
EayWmH...
LooklandLumb
t JC J
Whitton ft Son .
PetunI
Herzog Wm ....
H umfeld C
Hughes Geo J .
LogAU Av G'houses.. 266
R.-fri eralors
Chocolate Cooler Co. 281
D»leH 268
Davis ft Sons A B. . . 284
Dorrance Beiij 274
Doyle J A 274
Dunlop Jno H 269
Heacock Jos 274
H111EG& Oo 275
Jackson & Perkins
Co 274
Lampert J J 265
LaBocbe ft Stahl
Flower Co 277
May LLft Oo 274
Moon WHCo 277
Murphey R H 274
Ouwerkerk P 266
Backham Geo A.... 274
Beimers Chas W.... 274
KeinbergBroB 274
Scott Eobt 4 Son.... 275
Smith WC 274
Smith N 4 Sons.... 278
Storrs ft Harrison Oo 267
Vincent R Jr 4 Sons 266
Sa.ll
Locklaud Lumber Co 265
Seeds
Beaulieu H 262
Berger H H 4 Co.... 262
Brill F 262
Burpee WA ft Co.... 262
Cal Nursery Co .... 262
Clucas& Boddlngton 284
Elliott Wm ft Sons.. 262
Gardiner John ft Co. 284
Jackson 4 PerkinsCo 262
Jennings EB 278
Keeler JO 262
May LL4C0 263
McAllister FE Co... 261
Pitcher ft Man da. .. 261
Rolker Aug ft Sons. . 284
Schiller J L 262
Semple Jas 262
Weeber& Don 262
Slkral»s. Flowering
and Ornamental.
Bailer FA 266
BerckmansPJ 266
Bobbink LC 266
Dreer Ha!1. .!."!!! 266
Elizabeth Nurs Co... '277
MoonWHOo 276
Ouwerkerk P 266
SaulJm 267
Smith W4T 267
Storrs ftHarrlsonOo. 267
Watson T B 266
Smllax Plants.
Bailer, F. A 266
Boemer Fred 284
Herr AM 269
Slrol>iIanlhea.
Search Wm H 279
Supplies and
Refinisilee
Bayersdorfer H ft Co 284
Boston Letter Co . . . 281
Causse AL 281
Clark EPft Sons ... 231
OoDley John & Hon.. 281
Elliott Wm ft Sons. 262
Ellis ft PoUwortb... 281
Ellison W 281
Faust HG ft Oo 281
Herrmann A 284
HuntEH 281
EennicottBrosOo.. 277
KuehnCA 281
McCarthy^ P ft Oo. . 281
Meyer Jno O 4 Co. .. 281
Beed 4 Keller 281
81oeM4Co 281
BolkorA48on8 284
Sutherland Geo A.'.'! 281
Welch Bros 284
Tools, etc.
EverittJA 266
Florists' Shear Co. . . 266
Mineralized Rub Oo. 265
PlerceFOft Co. ... 266
ScollayJnoA 283
Vegetable Plants
Pullen Alex 267
Vincent R Jrft Son. 267
'Verbenas
DlUon J L 278
HerrDE 278
HumfeldC 278
Payne Frank S 278
Pike SW 278
Smith CE 279
■Whllton 4 Sons 27S
Wood Bros 278
Vines andCllmbrr-
AschmannO 266
BallerPA 266
Bobbink L C 266
DreerHenry A 266
Blsele O 284
Elizabeth Nurs. Co.. 277
Herzog Wm 276
MoonWHOo 277
Ouwerkerk P 266
Smith W &TCo.... 267
Storre 4 HarrlBOn Oo 267
Violets
BcokertT F 279
BoulonPd 278
CloudEJ 269
Greene ft Underhill. 278
Herr AM 269
Pierce M J 278
Benard Jos 269
Search WmH 279
Bhelmire WR 268
Smith N & Son 27s
SuplntF 278
Weld C E 278
Whllton ft Sons .... 266
37^
The Fl-orists' Exchange.
REINBERG BROS.
Strong, Healthy [^OSES From IVz inch pots.
AMERICAN BEAUTY $5 00 per 100 ; $40.00 per 1000
G9L0EN GATE, PERLE BELLE SIEBI^ECHT. METEOR. BRIDE, BOIDESMAIO, KAISERIN
apd UA FRANCE, $3.00 per 100; $M 00 per 1000. No orders for le88 than UIU of or,e variety
accepted. We are the largest Rose srower« in the United States, and can fill all orders with the
very best stock. TESTOUT, $:( 00 per 100; $30.00 per 1000.
Rose Cuttings, $1.50 per 100; American Beauty, $2.50 PC 100.
CARNATIONS-Rooted Cuttings.
IVORY and DELLA FOX $3.00 per 100; ,$>.5.00 per 1000. ROSE QUEEN. $2 .50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000.
WM. SCOTT. DAYBREAK, NANCY HANKS, TIDAL WAVE. ALBERTINI. PORTIA, LIZZIE
GILBERT. CORSAIR, LIZZIE McGOWAN, STORM KING and SILVER SPRAY.
$1.00 per 100 ; $8.00 per lOuO. No orders tor less than 100 of any one variety accepted.
Special Prices on large lots. The above stock is well rooted and free from rust. Send orders to
51 IJVABASH AVE., CHICAGO, ILLS.
CHAS. W. REIMERS
ROSES.
StroiiB, healthy. From 2>^-lnch pots.
PALMS.
25 at 100 rate. StroDR. 2.|nch
pots. Per 100
CARNATIONS.
K.n^.aKTmSreona.:.:....:;.:::
noo
,.„.aniaborb^„t?S.V?Sro'bar
acterized
Phoenix reclinata, is inches hiKh.
^^^1^^^:25 00
Areca lulesceng, 1 jn a pot. 22 inch
-'"^:::JS^S
and 23^ inch pots.
AM. BEAUTIES
rj A ¥ IKIK ^^ Arcx'a.«, Keutias, Latanias.
I rW-^L^\^ See large ad last week.
JOSEPH HEACOCK, iWyncote, Pa.
A FEW THOUSAND MORE
Brliles,'iaiilsandPii[ies
than I shall need for my own use.
Grand plants ia 33^ pots, at .$5.00
per 100. Who wants them?
CASH WITH ORDEI!.
BENJAMIN DORRiNCE, """/er.*"-
YOUNQ ROSES.
1500 each of Bride and 'Maid, out of 2;^ in.
pots, strong. I i?rew this stock to plant myself
hut have taken i he carnation fever so will sell
them for »3 per 100.
Young Carnations, from Flats,
of Scott, Daybreak, Wave, Albertini, Meteor,
G irfleld, Alaska, Puritan, Storm King and El-
dorado, at $2 per 100. Clean strong stock.
GEO. A. RACKHAM,
880 Van Dyke Ave., - DETROIT, MICH.
niST'SEXCHANGr
THBEE NEW BiBLEHS
GompaniQns to Crimson Rambler.
AGLAIA, or YELLOW RAMBLER.
The only hardy yellow climbing rose. Hos
withstuod 3 degrees below zero unprotected.
EUPHROSYtiE, or PINK RAMBLER.
A clear light red.
THALIA, or WHITE RAMBLER.
Send for free coloritype p'ate and descriptiv
circular of Aglaia. Every fluristshould handl
these three important novelties. StroMi- plant
from 2H inch pots, ready March 1st. S2.C
per ID ; J15.00 per 100. *
lACKSON & PERKINS CO.
NEWARK. NEW YORK.
WHFN WRITINO MENTIOK THE FUMtlST
. . . ^OSES . . .
From 2!^ in. pots. stronE and in eicelk'nt shape,
J2.50 per 100; $20.00 per lOOO.
Briile. Krideaniaid, H Itl. J^tauler. Rl. Kiel,
tlarle Guillot, lUarr WashinKlan. Louis i
Kicliard, Plak ^oupert. Oitm.on
Rambler and Clothihle !«onperl.
E.M I'll ESS OF CHIN A-The new everbloomlnK
hardy pink Climbintr Kose. grows as rapidly as a
MorninK Glory; bound to become popular. $3.00 per
laO; *25.00 per 1000. • "vpe
...GERANIUMS ...
The very best varieties, strong plants, from 2W In.
pots, ready to shilt to < in.. $2.50 per 100; »20 per lUuO.
Helerantb, Le Piolet, Jas. V. Murkland,
Grand Chancellor, La Favorite.
Airs. Clias. Pease, California.
Oil rNewSeedllDK Geranium, J obn A. Doyle
— Biiund to take the place of ileter,*rilh and utber
treramumsotthat class as it is far superior in color,
size of flower, freedom of bloom, and is of a decided
brancbiuK habit; in short it has all the (rood qual-
ities that Eo to make up the ideal Bedding Ger-
anium. tl.OO por 100; »35.00 per 1000.
J. A. OOYLE, - Springfield, Ohio.
SPECIAL FINE STOCK
-^ROSESH-
S-incli pots, ready for 3.iuch.
„ , , Per 100 Per lOCO
Bride $4 00 $38 00
Bridesmaid 4 00 35 00
Perles des Jardins 4 00 35 00
Kaiserlu Augusta Victoria 5 00 40 00
Pierpout morgan 5 00 40 00
Kelle Siebrecht 5 00 40 00
Meteor 5 00 40 00
Cash with Order.
WM. C. SMITH,
6ist and Market Sts., Phila.
ROBES.
HIBISCUS AND GERANIUMS,
lloses. Stroutr plants, 2}i in. pots. $2 25 per 100-
»2U.U0 per 1000. By mail. 26 CM. periooidditlonal.
Ajchdii'ke Charle. mSJiS ^^^ Houtlel
B?lde '"^ 'm It cor'
Bridesmaid Mme. Camllle
C. Soupert Mme Cecile Bertbod
p. ol Albiiny Mme. Jos. Schwartz
UeToniensis 'Ime. Lombard
Dr. Grill Mme. Alargattln
Duch. de Brabant Mme, Scbwaller
Ernest nietz Papa Gontier
ElniledeLyon Princess oi Sacan
Folkestone Pres. Gnuiain
Geu. Tanas Unepn's M.arlet
l!a".rjc^V.?'""'- SC-n^r^e-u-^!-'
La l-rincess Vera S.rlped^, a France
Mnman Cocbet Victor Hucn
Marie Guillol White La Prance
TERMS CASIl WITH ORDBR.
R.H.IVIURPHEY,Urbana,Ohio.
Cincinnati.
Uarliet News.
Should Lent continue as It has he-
Kun, we shall not complain. While high
prices for stock ot all kinds is a thing of
the past, yet we have been enabled to work
off considerable stock at reasonable figures.
J. W. Ewing had the furnishing of flowers
for an " opening " at one of our large dry
goods houses, which used up several thou-
sand carnations, tulips. Von Sion, etc.
Generally during this benton season car-
nations have been a drug, but from appear-
ances our growers will be strictly in it for
Easter.
The Kaster Outlook.
Easter is drawing near, and the
outlook for all classes of stock is very pro-
mising. I noted while walking through
the market Saturday evening last that
pot plants were selling quite lively. The
only thing overstocked was violets. It was
I find we shall have plenty to fill all
orders.
Club Items.
Saturday was our regular monthly
exhibition and meeting. The flowers
staged were flrst class, but the exhibitors
were few. Huntsman & Co. received cer-
tificates for freesia, Diybreak, Edna Craig
and McGowan carnations ; Roman hya-
cinths, narcissus, Adiantum cuneatum,
Lady Hume Campbell, Marie Louise,
Farquhar, and California violets; Perle,
Cusln, Bridesmaid, Beauty, Sunset, Mrs.
Morgan, and Bride roses. This exhibit
was a very creditable one, and from ap-
pearances the gold medal will probably
stay In Cincinnati, although a gentleman
from Oakland, Md., was in the lead for a
while. The last two meetings, however,
he has not shown up. We trust to see a
nice exhibit from him at our April meet-
ing.
The Hoffmeister Floral Co. staged some
good Beauty, Mermet, Bride, Meteor, and
Bridemaid roses, and a fine pot of Harrisii.
They received certificates for Meteor and
Harrisii.
R. Witterstaetter had a choice lot of
Emma Wocher. He received a certificate.
Mr. W. tells me that since the American
Carnation Society's meeting, his sale of
rooted cuttings of this variety has been
very large.
The meeting of the Florists' Society
was well attended, and considerable
routine business transacted. The em-
blem adopted for the Society Is a cres-
cent wreath made of flowers, and a pair of
sago palm leaves tied with ribbon. The
secretary was instructed to notify all
members who are in arrears for one year
or more, that unless the dues are paid
within sixty days after notice, their names
would be dropped from the roll.
Jottinsra.
Harry Edwards, of Newport, Ky.,
Is all smiles ; it's a girl.
John Lodder & Sons, of Hamilton,
suffered severely through the late high
water. In their lower house the water
stood 4 feet deep.
Fred. Klinqe, florist at the House of
Refuge, will soon become a Benedict.
The Qokkn City Floral Co. will close
their store and quit business.
There are whisperings In the air that
Cincinnati may have a chrjsinthemum
show this Fall ; it will not be on a large
scale, but will be used to put a little money
Into the treasury of the Society.
E. G. GlLLETT.
Chicago
r'OME early and avoid the rush.
Send your advertisement for the
" Florists' Exchange Spring Special "
by return mail.
President Carnot Rose.
RITING MtWTION THE FI,OR|ST'a EXCHANGE
Rooted Rose Cuttings.
Healthy, well-rooted cuttings from the best
flowerintr W(»od. Meteor Slebrecht, Woot-
ton, Perle, Uride, Bridesmaid. $1.60 per 100.
L. L. MAY & CO.,
St. Paul, Minn.
and prices are falling. Trade among home
dealers the past week was poor, and but
for the shipping business, which still con-
tinues good, prices for first-class stock
would have been worse. As the weather
becomes favorable and flowers cheaper,
the department stores and fakirs are show-
ing great activity ; it is evident they are
both to be big factors again in the sale of
flowers. The Sunday papers contained
advertisements from a department store of
" roses at 2c ; carnations, 10c. per dozen ;"
and as neither of these Is being sold at a
loss, if one went entirely by price lists, the
wonder would be who sold the flowers.
But the facts are, that after the principal
dealers get their pick, to clean off in quan-
tity the left-over flowers, low prices prevail.
One thing that lately has had a tendency
to cause a plethora of stock is that growers
from Indiana, Ohio, and Michigan are
shipping heavily to this market. Violets,
for example, came in in enormous quan-
tities, and 50c. was about all the very best
would bring, while one hears of plenty of
sales at from 20c. to 25c. per 100.
Few carnations now go above $1 50,
while those of very fair quality can be
bought for $1, down to 30c. to 50c. per
100.
The very best Harrisii sell at $6 down to
as low as $3. Dutch hyacinths are very
plentiful, but sell fairly well, the price
ranging from $4 to $6. Tulips are abun-
dant at $1 to $2; the same can be said of the
narcissus family.
Beauty, long stemmed, realize $4 per
dozen, and teas must be very fancy to
bring $5 to $6; $3 to $4 per 100 being the
general price, and to clear out stock $2 and
under Is taken.
S mi lax at last is scarce, and good strings
sell at $8 to $10.
There is some talk as to what Easter
prices are to be, but nobody likes to pre-
dict much. The lateness of the event this
year is not likely to encourage expectations
of high prices. All depends, of course,
upon the crop.
Roses are evidently now making up for
lost time, as the quality Is getting better
and flowers are in greater abundance.
Among OroiTers.
J. C. Vaughan is doing a lot of
shipping, and business bids fair to be very
good. The three great features at this
place are chrysanthemums, cannas and
roses. Burbank canna, planted in large
breadths, in benches. Is a sight to behold
In the way ot flowers. Austria, planted
at the same time, shows not the sign of 8,
flower stem. As seen here, side by side,
there is a decided difference in these two
varieties.
Burbank has a rounder and broader leaf,
is more sturdy, and has freer flowering
qualities; the blooms following each
other so that the head is always fine.
Yellow Crozy shows up well and will be a
taker as a bedding yellow. Italia is
showy, but flimsy. The variety Philadel-
phia, an improved form of Flamingo, la a
very taking flower here, It cleans Itself
perfectly and the bunch of blossoms at the
top is a veritable bouquet. J. S. Wilson,
the manager, estimates the stock of cannas
thus: for every plant taken up in the
Fall an increase of 1-10, so, if 25,000 Is put
away, it means a quarter of a million to
dispose of. This, of course, applies only
to stock kinds. New ones come under
another category. Geraniums, in quantity,
S. W. Pike, of St. Charles, is sending In
to Hunt the old' carnations Portia, Tidal
Wave, etc., with remarkably stiff stems.
NeiT Buildings.
One hears occasionally of new ad-
ditions going up, but John C. Monlnger
Co. and A. Dletsch & Co., state the past
three months have been rather quiet;
however, inquiries are getting more
numerous now.
Southern grown out-of-door daffodils,
and other bulbous flowers, have appeared
in this market.
E. E. PlESOR, of Kennlcott Bros., is
around again, after a ten days' attack of
La Grippe. Edgar Sanders.
Binghamton, N. Y.
J. B. Tully is adding a violet house. 140x
18 feet. He reports a capital season.
W. M.
Wilkesbarre, Pa.
W. M. Bldridge & Co. are adding a roee
house, ISxlOO feet. Business, especially in
funeral work, has been very good of late.
W. M.
March 20, 1S97.
Th]
F==i-ORiSTS' Exchange.
275
E. Q. HILL & CO., Richmond, Ind.
The three new Ramblers in large quantity, at $10.00 per 100.
AGLAIA (Golden Rambler) ; THALIA (White Rambler) ; EUPHROSYNE
(Pink Rambler.)
Meteor, Bride, Bridesmaid, Mrs. Morgan, Kaiserin, Belle Siebrecht.
and leading forcing Rosea, at lowest prices for fine stock.
BEDDING ROSES. The very finest sorts of Teas, H. T's, and
Polyanthus, |25.00 per 1000.
Our Celebrated Collection of GERANIUMS. A large stock of
S. A. Nutt, Mrs. J. M. Gaar, and other good bedders. PleaEe refer to
our trade list.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS. Best commercial varieties in quantiliea for
Florists' use. Fine dwarf early sorts that require no staking. Plant some Golden
Trophy, bright yellow, large, beautiful foliage, fine stem, a pure incurved. Ready
to cut October 18th. Bears close planting and needs no tying. Two fine early
whites are Barbara Forbes, and Queen of the Earlies. Special prices on
quantities for benching.
O^.
.9
i^xcxznaoiwi^, Xim*]
Souv. du...
President Carnot
THE ROSE OF THE FUTURE.
A SUPERB HYBRID TEA ROSE of delicate shell
pink color, blooms produced abundantly on stronjj stiff
stems, an Al forcer, as well as bedder for out of doors.
No wide-awake Florist can afford to be without it. Order
quick and get STRONG, HEALTHY PLANTS, out of
2V2 inch pots, the finest in the country. Ready now.
Price, $3.00 Per Ooz.; $15.00 Per 100; $125.00 Per 1000.
60 at 100 Rates.
500 at 1000 Rates.
ERNST G. ASMUS,WestBoboken,N.J.
NEW ROSE..
T GIIBIIOT
strong, healthy plants, from 2% inch pots,
i?1.5 per 100; i512.5 per 1000. Ready now.
AMERICAN BEAUTY ROSES.
We have this year an exceptionally fine stock of
ROSES, in 2% inch pots, ready now to shift into
$50.00 per 1000.
AMERICAN BEAUTY
J inch. $C.OU per 10((:
ULRICH BRUNNER ROSES.
Extra strong, from 2% inch pots, rooted from hard wooded cuttings. This
stock is gilt-edged, either tor growing in the greenhouse for forcing, or for planting
in the open ground. 84.00 per 100 ; *3.").U0 per 1000.
NEW BEDDING ROSE MOSELLA.
This grand new Rose will be as popular as Clothilde Soupert. It is always in
bloom, and produces medium sized double flowers of a creamy white color, shading
to apricot yellow in the center. We have a splendid stock, and have reduced our
price. Strong plants, from 2% inch pots, $5.00 per 100; $40.00 per 1000. Strong
plants, from i and 5 inch pots, $3.00 and $4.00 per dozen, according to size.
CLIiHBING METEOR, strong, from 2% inch pots, $6.00 per 100.
AGLAIA, or YELLO"W R.4I>IBLER, m inch pots, $10.00 per 100.
CRIinSOI>« RAMBLER, 2;/ inch pots, $3.50 per 100; $30.00 per 1000.
WE HAVE A SPLENDID STOCK OF WINTER FORCING ROSES.
Before placing your order, send in your list for prices. Address
ROBERT SCOTT & SON,
19th and Catharine Sts„ Phila., Pa.
THE NEW
ROSE
PRESIDENT CARNOT
FROM 2 1-2 INCH POTS. $15.00 PER 100; $125.00 PER 1000.
HEALTHY YOUNG STOCK.
READY NOW FOR DELIVERY.
Mosella, " Yellow Soupert," 2^ inch pots $5.00 per 100 ; $40.00 per 1000
Pink Soupert, 2i^ inch pots 5.00 per 100 ; 40.00 per 1000
Climbing; 'Wootton, a very vigorous climber, identical with Wootton
in bloom, perfectly hardy in this latitude $10.00 per 100 ; $70.00 per 1000
Carmine Pillar, 2}i inch pots, a fine climber, hardy $10.00 per 100
Cocos "Weddeliana, 3 inch pota, beautiful plants 20.00 per 100
Areca l,ute9cens, 3>< incli pots, ready for a shift ; .$15.00 per 100
Also fine stock of larger sizes, prices on application.
Cocos 'Weddeliana Seed, fresh crop, just received $8.00 per 1000
Areca Lutescens Seed, fresh crop 6.00 per 1000
Livingstona Rotundifolia, 2 inch pots. . . .$10.00 per 100 ; 80.00 per 1000
Asparagus Sprengerii, 21,2 inch pots, good stuff $10.00 per 100
A plant of great value for decorative purposes.
ROBERT CRAIG, -
49th and Market Streets, Philadelphia, Pa,
276
The Plorists' Exchange.
SITUATIOI«^S WANTED.
ertloD. Cash with order. This rate applleB only
Bof forwardiDs.
olid, without
Rauscher, "1 E. :
Barr. 307 E. King st., Lanciister, Pa.
lenrn florist business. J.
yOUNG man wishe;
I pot plants and two months
IRST-CLASS florist's landscaper. also maker-ui
Scandinavian; a2. single; Ui years' experience t
irope and U. S. Address Florist 32, Post Office
SITUATION wanted as Kardener on private pla(
^ with greenhouses, by a practical man. life e:
perience: age 3i. foarried. with two children. Ma
care Florists' Exchange
First St., West Knoxville. 'I
wages. Geo. Spencer, 2 No
CITUATION wanted as gardener
'^ 30, small family; general gr
roses a specialty; 12 years' expt
I. B.. P. O. Box 361. Madison. N. J.
rHO WANTS ;
Geo. Lester. Millbrook. N- T.
::;iTUATioN ^
' young man, first 0
) A. B., West <
OITGATION wanted by a single man. st
^ sober: six years' experience erowing roset
ling and
SITUATION wanted as foren
establishment, by an up t
grower of florist stock; age
Fancourt. Box 86S, Wilkes B:irre.
PARDKNER and
^J mftrciftl Dlaoe; c.
of taking full charge
married; Brooklyn
gITUATION wanted by flrst-claas grower of roses;
private place preferred; best' of reference from
this country and Sweden ; have had charge six
Cromwell, Conn.
maker-up and landscape gardener:
age 28: long experience; best <
dress T. G.. Florists' Exchange.
; German, married.
A YOUNG MAN (marned) having received his
■"■ edu-ationas a practical Fiurlst at the leading
iltural Institutions in Amsterdam. Paris and
supplemented by a long experience with
growers in Europe and this country, at
; superintendent of a large floral establish-
HELP WANTED.
palms, shrubs, bulbs.
I particulars to C.K.
WAlVTPri ^' foreiDHD, an experienced
'* -t^i* -1 Ju*^ rose-grower, sober and re-
liable, fully competent to take charge of a
commercial place. Address, with references,
Thompson, care Florists' Exchange, N.Y.City.
FLORISTS AND GARDENERS.
Joseph Brect
1-52 No. Market St.. Boston. Mass.
WANTEO.
A quick and steady man for a small com-
mercial place near New York City. Must be a
good designer. German preferred. Send
reference?. Address
T. T., care Florists' Exchange.
MAN -WANTED
Who can make himself useful with tools
around a greenhouse establishment; under-
stands steam fitting: can run steam pump, do
glazing, etc. Permanent position to the right
man. State wages expected.
HELP WANTED.
IV ANTED.
thoroughly competent decorator and
er-up of floral designs, of good address and
iu habit and appearance. Apply to
GREENHOUSES and LAND.
FOR SAI.E OR RENT.
tabll
One
SCOTT, Rome. N. Y
Clinton Gree
stock (It plat
tshed: in go
FOR SALE CHEAP. '^TdTc
GREENHOUSES FOR RENT.
dress Greeuho
FOR SAI.E OR RENT.
Tliirty acres of the finest market gar-
den land in Orange County. Expressly
adapted to the raising of celery and
onions. Terms easy. Address
MARKET GARDE?;.
P. O. Box -i'iS, Newburgh, N. Y.
TO Iiin. pots... $2 00
Begonia Vernou, fine, 2^-iu. pots 2 00
Coleus, 2H.in.pot8 2 00
Salvia Splendens, 2>^-in. pots 2 00
Rooted Cuttings, Coleus, Geraniums, Be-
gonias, Violets, Salvias, &c 75
CASH WITH ORDER.
NICHOLAS AMOS,
Keyslone Ooneervntory, Crestline, Ohio.
HHEN WRmNO MgWTlOW THE njaiSTB- eUCHAUM
10,000 ALTERNANTHERAS
(Red and Green.)
A. Amabilis and A. Nana, good, strong
plants, out of 2)j^X^]VCS
W. J . H E S S E It ,
Plattsmouth. Neb.
IMHCH WBITINa MENTION THE FLORISTS' exCHtNGE
BETSCBER BROS. OFFER
Very Fine GeranininB, 2-lDcta. per 100 <3 00
•• " 2-lnch, per 1000 2i 00
R. CpenOOO 15 00
neconiaB, Z-inch. per 1000 35 00
;; Helunlas. 2-lncb. per^lOO 4 00
Every I'loriat should plant Glndioti : lliej
BETSCHER BROS.. Can.l Dover, o.
FINE PLANTS.
lOOOGeranluijfl.
ISOOOPanslesfrc
200O Pans
ADIANTUM CUNEATUM,
Pteris Gretica Mbo Lineata,
Pteris Hastata.
) per 100; $35.00 pe
slants out of tin
Ov]t of "% iDch pots, ready for 3 inch pols.
BRUNNER. MAGNA CHARTA. BRIDE, BRIDES-
MAID. >IACO., PERLE, LA FRANCE KAISERIN.
$4.00 per lOO; $35 00 per lOiO. 10 percent, off
tor cash with order. These are from large
healthy plants from KOOd stock. AMERICAN
BEAUTY, out of 2^ in. pots, $10.00 per 100,
aoe plants.
The LaRoche X Stahl Flower Go. Ltd.,
COLLINGDHLE, DEL. CO.. PA.
STRAWBERRY PLANTS.
Strone, Toune, Ileollhr finiit., Secnrcli Packed
Downing, Sharpless, Jessie, Haverland, Wil.
son. Splendid, Kentucky, Meek's Early, Middle-
Marshall, Parker Earle, Mary, Belle, Elenor-
75 cU. per 100; S3.00 per 1000.
Crescent, Beder Wood, VVarlleld— 50 cts. per
100; SI SO per 1000.
Michel's Early— 50 cts. per 100; »l.iJ6 pe
1000; «3.50 perSOOO; 810.00 per 10.000.
Special Prices Given oh Large (.rtters.
No. 1 CUTHBERT RASPBERRY-75
ct.s. per 100; 85.00 per loOO.
en— 81.00 per 100; .*7.00 pel
List.
CHAS. BLACK, Hightstown, N. J
PRim.
100,000 Privet, IHc. to .'jc
20,000 AMPELOPSIS VEITCHII
12 to 18 in., 4c.; 2 ft., ."ic; 3 to 3^ ft., 7K>c.
Bearing Age Plum and Apple Trees, P
on Appllcatl'iD.
JiPiH MiPLES, iH^°;i'/;.*^'S-"3ft.,
Tree Paeonlas, 3
Bambuaa,
Hardy Pli
PEACH TREES.
rarletles. healtlty, true to name and th
7 reliable; none better; at reasonable pric
.OOO.UOO Reliable I
vberry P1ruI8.<
on nnleBted novelties. Kor price list, address
'HAS. BLACK. I1ielit»ifnwn. N. J.
' EUCHANGC
THE "YELLOW KID."
Canna Burbank
THE BEST OF THE NEW ORCHID
FLOWERED CLASS. A
PURE YELLOW.
Each 75c. ; 6 for $4.00.
SHEEP MANURE, perlOO lbs. $2.25; $10 per 500 lbs.
ViUGHlH'S SEED STORE,
FINE STOCK of PALMS
ARECA LUTES ENS, 4 in. pots $0 25 $3 75
5 " 60
LATANIA BORBONICA, tin. pots 20 2 00
KENTIA FORSTERIANA, 4 in.pols .... 30 3 00
BELMOREANA, 4 " 40 4 00
5 " .... 76
FICUS ELASTICA, good stock, from I60. to $1 ea.
FERNS, well grown, afsorted stock, 2J4 in. pols,
$3.50 per 100. Beddinir plants of all varieties
for sprins- trade. Immense lot of Bulbous
Stock for Easter Trade, Plants and Cut Flowers,
at moderate prices to the trade.
Cash or satisfactory reference.
JOHN BADER, Allegheny City, Pa.
CJOXjiXSXTS?
Mme.*"snMeroi Gerauiuiiis* from flats, »1 35
per 100. by mail; »IO.ltU per 1000.
Feverfe%v, Little Gem. $1 00 per 100. by mall.
Oath or reference with order.
C. A. HARRIS & CO., Delanson, N. Y.
n-ORi!
•THE
...NEW GIANT...
CALIFORNIAN DAISY!
Also the Best Collection of Florist Chrysanthemums.
Send for Price I.i8t.
GARRETT & ROSE,
200 West SidB Avenue, Jersey City, N. J.
6LENW00D NURSERIES
SPRING OF '97.
10,000 Ampelopsis Veitchii. Grown in 8-ia pots,
$50 per 100.
6,000 Clematis Panlculala. From $5 to $10
per 100.
6,000 Rosa Wichuraiana. 1, 2 and 3 years old
$5 to $12 per 100.
10 000 Honeysuckles in variety. $60 per 1000.
10,000 Dahlias, undivided, fleld-grown roots,
name and color, $7 per 100; 860 per lOOO.
200,000 California Privet. 1 to 5 feet. Samples and
prices on application.
Trade r,ist for Spring containing full assort-
ment of Trees, Shrubs and Vines, now i-eady.
Send for one. Correspondence solicited.
THE WM. H. MOON CO., Morrisville, Pa.
Nephrolepis Exaltata Bostoniensis.
In large and small quantities for Spring delivery, from $40.00
to $80.00 per 1000. Mine is the genuine stock.
FRED. C. BECKER, - - - 1730 Cambridge Street, CAMBRIDGE, MASS.
ICYCAS REVOLUTA*.*!.. *1
The trup \on^ leaf variety, just arrived. St
wards, Sio.oo per xoo lbs.; great
Prices on all buUjous and decorative stoe
F. W. O. SCHMITZ,
ras from 2 inches longr, up-
: given by correspondence.
JERSEY CITY, N.J.
GOOD STOCK.
Pandanua Utilis. 214-Inch pots, extra stroi
Veitchii
Areca XjOCe^cens, 2i^-inch pots, strong. 3 p
" *' 8-inch pots. strODK, 3 pla
nia BorbonicH,2K-lncli
1 Weddeliana, 3-Inch ]
LOW PRICES
tl.OO per 100
,. 11.50 and »4 00 each
La_ Favorite and
Heliotrope, darkblt
KalTia Splendent.
stronK. Double
.«3.00 per dozen
rf. blue, rooted cuttings.
.»2 coper 100
. 75c. per 100
»2 60 per 100
JOHIK SCOXX, Keap Street Greenhouses, BROOKLVIV, l«.
Galax Leaves.
CHAS. H. RICKSECKER, LInville, N. C.
IDIINTUM CUNEITUM.
STRONG AND BUSHY.
3 in. $6 per 100 ; 2M in. $3 per 100 ; $25 per 1000
Cash with Order.
CHAS. F. BAKER, Utica. N. Y.
4 WRITING WlgNTIQN THE FLOBISTS'
Ferns for Easter.
ASSORTED, 2L CENTS.
2!^-inch pots. $2.50 per 100, Cash.
EDWIN A. SEIDEWITZ,
FERIMS SPECIALOFFER.
JOHN WELSH YOUNG, Germantown, Pa.
ORCHIDS FOR GUTTING.
The Largest and Finest Stock in the World,
r.sAmi;ci!:.:rBiir'-
iber & Don,
Y. City.
EXCHAIMGE
♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦
: JULIUS ROEHRS, i
Headquarters for
I Palms_;2i
I
\ Decorative Plants, \
1 RUTHERFORD, N.J, {
J p. O. Address, • Carlton Hill. N. J 1
♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦«♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦
NEPHROLEPIS EXALTATA
....BOSTONIENSIS....
THE BOSTON DROOPING FERN.
,t »2ana $3per doi. Now ready. Very liue planti
llways sell well,
ROOTED CUTTINGS, DAYBREAK CARNATIONS.
L. H. FOSTER,
46 KINO ST. DORCHESTER, MASS.
HIGH DUTIES ON PLANTS
Do not prevent my ofTering a lull line of
Spring Flowering Bulbs
at very REASONABLE PRICES.
Latanla Itorboniea, 3
Hydrangea Otaksa, $3 00
1500 FINE TUBEROSES, ^* ^"s'^^SS!^"^
Gladiolus, Cannas, Paeonies, Madeira Vines, etc.
t^'.SEND FOR WHOLESALE PRICE LIST.
THE EUZ&BETH NURSERY CO '^'^"w']'^" I C. H. JOQSTEN, Importer, 193 Greenwich St., New York.
MENTION THC rU>RISTS- eXCHANCC
$4,0.1 per 100.
bud for Easter, at 4c. per
Charlotte Cannas, finely started, $6,00
EASTER PLANTS.
Hydrangeas^ Lilies, Kentias, Arecas,
Latanias, Dracaenas.
Now riM'l.v. H tine lot of SPECIMEN PLANTS
of Kt-nlia^. Ileimoreana, and Forstoriana, 4 to
6 feet liiyh.iit from $7 to $10 each.
Also eiRANIUMS, HELIOTROPES, and a
general assortment of small plants for Easier
trade. Cash with order.
WM. A. BOCK,
Piorth Cambridge, Itla<4s.
•HCN WRITINa MENTION THE FIARISTS- CXCHilNO.
278
Pansies Worth Raising .
C. Soltau S Co. 'l%fJ.T Jersey City. N. J.
PANSY PLANTS
Schmidt's international choice mixture of
Pansies. Fine large plants in bud or bloom,
J1.50 per IdO; $10 per 1000. From seed bed, 60
cts. per 100; $4 per lOOO; all grown in cold
J. C. SCHMIDT & CO.,
triiolesale Punsy Growers, Box 24, BRISTOL, PA
Pansies! Pansies!
Mammoth Verbenas, 70c. per 1
.TV:
Roemer*8 Prize Pansiee, extra tine
stock, plants from cold frames, in bud
and bloom, transplanted in Septem-
CASH WITH ORDER.
PETER BROWN, - Lancaster, Pa.
IM"!
XHK JHPi^IMGS SXRAIPi of
Finest American Groivn Pansies
are up to date and sure to please. Fine stocky
plants from cold frames in bud and bloom. All
large tlowering in great variety of colors.
By express $3.00 per 100 ; $15.00 per lOCO.
Seed, $1.00 a package.
Cash with order.
E. B. JENNIHGS,'-°SU" Southport, Conn.
OROWER OF THE FINEST PANSIES.
NEW
Clirysanthemums
"tradeS^ Carnations
has been mailed.
Violets
If it lias not been received
THE ASKING
will place it on your deslc. ^OSCS
NlTHtN SMITHS SON, Adrian, Mich.
VIOLET CLUMPS
MARIE LOUISE. Per 100, $3.00.
ROOTED CUTTINGS
GERANIUMS, Double White, Pink"'™'"'""'"
GERANIUMSimiiWdiMmaSaYleroi,*'^'''* ^ "''
Lemon Verbena, Vinoas Var.,
Var. Stevia 12 60 160
MRS. POLLOCK GERANIUM.
REX BEGONIA o on
STROBILANTHES '/, 15 QO 2 OlJ
ALTERNANTHERA, VIOLETS. 6 UU 1 Oil
SWEET ALYSSUM, double 1 nu
SALVIA, scarlet, HELIOTROPE,
CARNATIONS 10 00 136
COLEUS, separate varieties 7 60 100
•* mixed 6 LO 76
SNOWCREST DAISY, CYPERUS
ALTERNIFOLIUS 2 00
ROSE. Mermet, Bride, Wootton',
Bridesmaid 1 kq
TRAILING QUEEN FUCHSIA
and Double White 2 00
VINCA VARIEGATA, $2.60, $4,00, $6.00, per 100
^ Write tor prices on other rooted cuttlnKS. Stock
Terme, Oaah or 0. O. D.
GREENE i UNDERHILL, Watertown, N.Y.
WHBN WRITINa MCNTION THE FLORISTS- CXCHANGE
The F^lorists' Exchmngo.
VIOLETS MY SPECIALTY!
On and after March Ist I will be ready to supply,
'Jl''iilW^ "* *°^ quantity, stock of the foUowiD^ varieties:
/^'^mmk '•'"•'"" «•« "'■'•"• T£et"r1e"s?Vn'd°«^%Tr'f^rl^:
'-i' ^OnHP^>'!i£ni grant-, strong grower and productive 100, $5; 1000, $45.
I.lTXOI>JI«E per 100, $3.00; per 1000, $35.00.
CALIFORNIA " 1.00; " 8.00.
9IARIE I^OVISE " 60; " 4.00.
All from good plants, rooted runners.
Five French Medals; two American Medals; three Diplomas.
First Premium, Grand Central Palace, New York, under
I ,^ the auspices of New York Florists' Club.
;//' '1 llA' ' Sena In your orders now. Cash with order or
yf'i'tt I /ji ' / satisfactory reference.
FERD. BOULON. Sea Cliff L. I.. N.Y.
SUPIOT-THE VIOLET KING
of Violets for March delivery.
ants are In perfect
Offers the following vs
health, having been grown cc
None of mv Violet hous
Princess of 'W^ales(Pr
$1.00 per doz.; $7.00 per 1_ .
Princess Beatrice, new. $1.00 per doz.; $7.00 per 100.
Admiral Avellan, new. $1.00 per doz.; $7.00 per 100.
Luxonne. 75c. per doz.; $5.00 per 100.
Petite Bine. 75c. per doz.; $5.00 per 100. A\m a large
Chambron, etc. Prices on application. Cash with all orders.
FRANCIS SUPIOT, 57th St. and Lancaster Ave., PHILADELPHIA, PA.
WHEN WRIT! KJ MENTION^
s are heated, thus insuring perfect health and viRorous growth,
icesse de Galles), introduced by me from France four years ago
of older varieties, such as
THE FARQUHAR-QUEEN OF VIOLETS
HEADQUARTERS STOCK. TRUE AND PERFECTLY HEALTHY.
Earliest, Freest, Darkest and most Double. Planted now will flower and give a quantity of
runners for stock. From 2 J^ -inch pots, $3.00 per 100. Booted BuDners, S2.00 per 100;
S18.00 per SIOOO. Cash with order,
C. E. WELD, VIOLET SPECIALIST, ROSLINDALE, MASS.
SAMPLE
ORDER
25 of each for 40c. by mail.
HERB'S Fine Coleus
and Verbena.
See full ad. in page 279.
VERBENAS-
ROOTED CUTTING S and
^PLANTS. Finestock, low
prices. Express prepaid.
00,000 VERBENAS.
•>!• NO RUST OR TUtlLDEJAi*
Packed light and satisfaction guaranteed. Send for circular.
We are the largest growers of Verbenas In the country. Our plants cannot be surpassed.
%"p'er J. 1- mi«I.ON, Bloomsburs:, Pa.
and FINEST VplcKHNA^ VIGOROUS
FLOWERS* l^lVUl^ilrVO STOCK
BEST MAMMOTH, rooted cuttings
OLDER MAMMOTH, rooted cuttings..
BEST MAMMOTH, strong pot plants...
OL,DER MAMMOTH, strong pot plant.
.per 100, $1 Z6; per 1
STRONG
HEALTHY
ClRNiTIOIIS
ROOTED
CUTTINGS
Jubilee $8 00 $50 00
Armazindy, Ivory, Delia Fox, Tri-
umph 500 40 00
Buttercup, M. H. Stanley 3 50 30 00
Bridesmaid, Meteor, Storm King,
Eldorado, Aibertini, Alaska, Day-
break, Puritan 2 00
Dean Hole, Bouton d'Or 2 60
Thos. Cartledge 2 00
Lizzle.\IcGowan,Portia,Wm. Scott. 1 60
STRONG ROOTED CUTTINGS.
Coleu
all leading sorts.
FuchBiaa, double and sll
Feverfew, Dwarf Gem..
Heliotrope, light and dj
Flo
MISCELLANEOUS PLANTS.
Pelargoniums, 20 fine varieties, from
21/2 in. pots
Pansies, flue strain, transplanted,
$10.00 per 1000
Vincas Variegata and Elegans, 4 in. pols.
CHRYSIIITIIWMS
Bloodgood, I
land, Olympu
rd :
Richard Deal
D. Smith, Harry Man, Oak-
M. Johnson, Jennie Falkner,
Gladys Spaulding, Mrs.
McK.
Mrs. S. Humphreys, J. E. Lager, J.H.Troy,
Harry May, «rs. J. B. Crane, Frank Thompson,
~ ■ Starin, Pitcher &Manda,
Dorothy Toler
Viviand-Morel, Marg. Graham.
3, $2.00 per 100;
Rooted Cuttin
^WrOOD BROS.
Pres. W.R. Smith, Eugene Dailledouze.Tvory,
Thos. H. Brown, CuUiogfordii, Minnie Wana-
maker. Miss Mav Wheeler, Mrs. J. G. Whilldin,
W. H. Lincoln, Mrs. Jerome Jones.
Rooted Cuttings. *1.50 per 100.
From 214 in. pots, 3.00 "
Springfield. Mass.
Market Neirs.
Generally, the Lenten season has
not aflfected bnslnees much in this city, but
just now trade is extremely quiet.
Prizes for Sweet Peas.
The Hampden County Horticultur-
al Society announces several special prem-
iums for its Sweet Pea Show, to be held In
July. W. Atlee Burpee & Co. offer $10 for
Cupid, the money to be divided into three
prizes ; also $5 each for Burpee's Aurora,
Brilliant. Burpee's New Countess, and
Blanche Burpee ; also for the best general
display, a collection of twenty-one books
on horticultural topics. Peter Henderson
& Co. offer $10 for novelties exhibited.
The Sunset Seed and Plant Company, $15
for Red Riding Hood, $5 for Golden
Gleam, and several cash prizes for literary
work, such as briefest, clearest and most
practicable cultural directions for sweet
peas; for the best system of color classifi-
cation, and for the best criticism of their
Sweet Pea Review, and $5 for best ten sprays
of sweet peas in each color class, as named
in the Sweet Pea Review. Henry Eck-
ford, of Wem, Eng., offers a challenge
cup, value not less than $35, for the best
display of Eokford's novelties for the cur-
rent year. This is a grand offer, and will
draw out a spirited competition. There
are also offers by Rev. Mr. Hutchins, O.
H. Dickinson, the B. L. Bragg Company,
and others, making a grand list, and this,
with the Society's regular schedule, forms
a very attractive premium list.
Jottings.
The C. R. Miller Company succeed
C. R. Miller & Co. at the old stand.
R. W. Greenlaw, representing N. F.
McCarthy & Co., of Boston, was in town
this week.
W. F. G.
Hamilton, Ont.
F. G. Foster has been quite ill for some
time past, suffering from a nervous trouble
which has confined him indoors for several
weeks. His many friends will be glad to
know he is now on the mend, and hopes
soon to be around again. His business is
being well looked after by his son Fred.
Mr. Foster is making a specialty of cycla-
men this season, and is much encouraged
with the good demand. He has an excel-
lent strain.
E G. Brown is making a fine display of
flowering stock; will have a good supply
for Easter. Roses look well and are yield-
ing heavy crops. W. M.
'TpHE Index to Advertisements in
* the "Spring Special," April 3,
will be a list of wide-awake busi=
ness men. You should be on that
100,000 piarie Louise Violets.
strong, healthy, well-rooted runners,
from new stock,
60 cts. per zoo; $4.00 per 1000.
Cash, with order, please.
Would exchange for rooted Carnations.
M. J. PIERCE, Adrian, Mich.
IVHEN WRITINO I
GREEN AS CRASS
IQaiDfliolli Verfienas
Rooted CuttlDKs,
jparate colors. Per 100, 80c.;
I000.»7.50.
Cash with Order.
FRANK S. PAYNE, Barnard Crossing, N.Y.
VERBENA KINO
500 ODD "<><>'«<' Verbena Cuttings, the
' finest varieties in cultivation, true
to name, 60 cts. per 100; $5.60 per 1000;
6000 for $25.00 ; 10,000 for $46.00, express prepaid.
No Rust or Mildew. Satisfaction guaran-
teed in every way. We are THE LARGEST
VERBENA GROWERS IN THE WORLD.
PETUNIAS.
Rooted cuttings, Dreer's and Render-
son's latest strains; the Onest on earth. $1.25
per 100; $10.00 per 1000, express prepaid.
C. HUMFELD, Clay Cenftr, Kansas.
HENTION THE n.ORiST-8
March 20, 1897.
The F^lorists' Exchmnge.
279
FOR EXCHANGE.
General coUectlon of One pl-nts cheap
CHOICE STRONG ROOTS, |G Per 100.
I am
NOVELTIES AND STANDARDS
:reat variety. Prices lower and stock better than
jr. Try my leader— John Elitcli.
CATALOGUE FREE.
W. W. WILMORE. Box 382, Denver, Colo.
I EN WBITINO MENTIOM THE Fl-OniST'S EXCHANGE
CHRYSANTHEMUMS!
Weddinii, Major Bonnaffon. Minerva. MIbs M. M.
Johnson. Lady Plavfair, NenieBis, Helen Blood-
good, J E Laner CbbU with order.
DAVID SCOTT, Fredonia, N. Y.
I THE FLORISTS- EXCHANO
per ino pci- irxio
GERANIUMS, choice named, $ 1 .50 $ I 2.50
VERBENAS, " .75 6.00
COLEUS, 30 varieties, - .60 5.00
HELIOTROPE, 3 " - - 1.00 8.00
AGERATUM,I>warf,whiteandblue75 6.00
CHRYSANTHEMUMS, 20 finest
standard varieties, - - l.'^O 12.50
TERMS : Cash with order.
CHAS. E. SMITH,
Cor. Jeflersoo and .lackson Avee., YORK, PA
LITTLE BEAUTY
FUCHSIA.
The best seller ever introduced. Has no equal
as a money maker; begins to bloom profusely
in February. Strong plants from 'i^ In. pots,
$6.00 per 100.
GERANIUMS.
Silver Cloud, McAtahou, Happy Thoaglit,
2)^in. pots, $4.00 per 100.
Mrs. Pollock, tiom VA in. pots, $6.00 per 100.
La Favorite, the only good white, 2^ in. pots,
$4.00 per ICO.
BEGONIAS.
Rex, C, L. Erdody, 2)^ in. pots. $7.00 per 100.
" in variety, 2^ in. pots, $5 00 per 100.
LINCOLN I. NEFF, FLORIST,
aoiO Butler St., PITTSBURG, PA.
DOUBLE PETUNIAS.
25 varieties from 3 inch pots per lUO $4 00
CHRYSANTHEMUMS,
■noted. Benj Gtroud Marq de Mom
[leuderson Mrs W H Band vterry :
h\ Pullman Glory of the Pacific Mayfio'
Ulnaldo. W W Colea Mrs P Palmer M«i
IJean. Pink Ivory Erminllda MU» M :
lohnson. Helen Bl >i diiood Mrs II Mc_
I'wombley «2 CO per 100 The Queen 0 Cba
■ant. Mai. "' " ■ "
Hutual FrI
W H Llnco
■ Cloud Vlvii
c at »1 50 pe
Morel G
GEORGE J. HUGHES, Barlin.N.J.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
Bock's, Fisher &
CARNATIONS.
lU 000 AInnkn, slurdy cuttings from soil, $3.00
10,o'nO Win. Stoit. sturdy, cultioKs f.ora soil,
*i .iOp,-rlOI; *l(liOper IfOO.
FAR(M'HAI{ VIOLETS from21n.pots M.OO
pefinoi fiiOOperlOlO Cash with order.
XHEO. F. BECKERT,
'"» muL'helow"p,ttshur«. Pa. ei-EHFIELD. PA,
JAPANESE INCURVED CHRYSANTHEMUM
"CASCO."
A distinct shade of brislit garnet. Stem
short and strong. The best solliug daik colored
chrysanthemum ever offered, either tor cut
flowers or pot plants.
Uertilicated by C. S. A., 189B.
Fifty cents each ; $4.00 per dozen,
CALVIN S. GUDDARl),
l^oodfords, - - Iflaine.
CHKYSIIIITIiEIIIIIIIIS
FOR 1897.
ELVENA, EVANGELINE,
LOANTIKA, LEONIDAS,
SYMPHONIA.
All in A I .Stock, Now Ready.
JOHN N. MAY, Summit, New Jersey.
nrss^w
pujHEms.
The Grandest Novelty
of the Season is
C. J. WARREN,
Yellow Si
Good hard
from Madame Caruot.
Its in Mrty, 253. each; trade.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
Balsl^y.
G. Child,
iraer. Niveus, The Queen, il,
. Ivory. lora, at $:1.10 per luu,
diUB. Kda Prass, M. Hender-
en VlTeddi
son. at 11.00 per 100. G.
JOHN C. EISELE,
20th & Ontario StS., PHILADELPHIA, PA.
Chrysanthemum Specialist,
CARLSWOOD, - SURREY, ENGLAND.
Stock in Line of Leading Varieties.
Pansy, Bugnot and Giant, 8]c. per 100; $7.00 per lOfO
''"'"'AJ'-""'"'' f""' "Psn heds, COc. per 100; lli.oO
per 1000.
Aeerntum, Japlsblue. finest dwarf. $1 50 per 100.
IlrliolroDea. !^nire. new comp , ta. DtvnrI
D. K. HERR, Rider Avenue, Lancaster, Pa,
New Be-
g:onia8. New Abutilons. and a New Dwarf
Double Fuchsia. Correspondence solicited.
Ventura by the Sea, California.
ROOTED COLEUS CUTTINGS
No I
Mosaic.
. Unbt.
■kbird.Garflold. Thns. Meehan. Specioca,
Beautv. Midniehl. Chicajro Berider. Charm. Sport.
Flrecrfist. HlMwatha. (itorlnea, Royal Mantle Shv-
lock. Firebrand Rob Ttf. "' ■■ "• ■ -
Buist. Harry Hamld. Y
Prnpreae. Charles Otcbftns. Pink Gen
RIectrio Lisht. The BeHe. Speculata
Penn Royal. Maroon VPlve' Attr»
Spotted Gem Fantaaii*. Mies Bltss. A
Clapp. Ana Gray. VarihlUa.
Queen. Eiquisite. Beokwith
SirobilanlheH. rooted cu
Giant Uonble Alyiif(• Yellow Monarch.
Japanese. Bloaius certificated at New York and Boston, October 7, 1896.
Now ready, from 3^'^ inch pots, excellent stock. Price, $3..50 perdoz., |'35.00 per 100.
DAILLEDOUZE BROS.,
(Klatbtish.)
BROOKLYN, N. Y.
.IGERATUM, blue, 2mD
ACHYRANTHKS in thre
BEGONIA, Kood assnrtm
Vernon, SH i
CANNAS, dry roots.
Char
" Mme. Crozy.
Queen Charlotte
CHRYSANTHEMUM FRUTESCBNS UALLEBll ACBEA, new yellow Paris
Smn. pots
COLEUS, 10 leadiiiK varieties, 2iiia. pots
Rooted Cuttintis, eitra stronir, Gohlen Bt-ddc-r and Verschatfeltii
specialty. $7.50 per lUOO. $600 per lOlH) in lots .f ."^000 and over
ECHEVEBiAseci.ii.ia&lHUca
DA I »1ES, Hardy EriBlish from cold f rsmos
FOKOET-ME-NOT, fine p
FUCHSIAS, grand aisortiii
10,000 GERANIUMS, Ur
't^
5000 GERANIUMS, best new and old var
1000 •• IVY, good mi.xture..
HELIOTROPE, 4 in. pots, verystronir
500 MUSA ENSETE. One plants from 6, 6 a
PRIMULA 08CONICA, Sin. pots, flne plai
SWAINSONA galegifolia alba, 2mn. pots.
ROOTED CUTTINGS. letuspne,
Xrade List Free on Application.
CASH with order from i
F. O. B., N. Y. City.
SEAWANHAKA GREENHOUSES, Oyster Bay, Queens Co., N. Y.
JAS. O. CLARK, Snpt.
P. O. BOX 34
WM. L. .SWAN, Proprlet*!.
WHEN WRrriNQ MCNTION THE FtORIST'S
AZALEA INDICA.
KZMLEK INDICK.
ROR EKSTEH I=ORCHSG-
We offer a very fine lot of Azaleas, comprisiDg the most distinct and best
varieties in cultivation, embracing all shades of crimson, white, pink and rose
color. They are fliapely sptcimene, well " headed " (iouble and single flowered
and will make splendid plants for Easter decoration. It is almost impossible to
ship Azaleas when in bloom and have them arrive in good condition, hence the
necessity of procuring them in advance before the buds open. OrJer early.
These Azaleas have been grown especially for us by the largest grower in
Belgium, and the greatest care has been taken to ensure plants well set with
biid^, carefully selected varieties that will be certain to please, and compact,
shapely plants. By special arrangement we are enabled to offer this grand stock
at the following very low rates.
Sizes. Per doz. Per 100.
( 9 lo 11 inch heads, established plants, in pots %n 00 $40 00
PRICE:" - 11 to 13 " " " " •• 7 ,')0 S.T 00
(13 to 16 " " '• " " 9 00 70 00
6 sold at dozen rates, 2.'j at iOO rates.
PETER HENDERSON & CO.,
35 CORTLANDT STREET, Mention paner. NEW YORK.
^80
1 j. K. ALLEN,
] Wholesale Commission Defter in
iCtTT FLO^WERS,
67 W. 28th St., New Tork.
It'dera by mall or telejrraph promptly attended
to. Telephone Call, 382 381h St.
t^OSES AND VIOLETS SPECIALTIES.
The F^LORisfs' Exghknc©.
. :MLm^sr:BS^€J:
Wliolesale Dealer in Gut Flowers.
JULIUS LANC,
Wholesale Florist
53 WEST SOtli ST.
Consignmeuts Solicited. NEW YORK.
FRANK niLLANQ,
Wholesale Gommission Dealer
....in Cut Flowers....
We are Headquarters for FINEST CARNATIONS and ROSES,
VIOLETS, VALLEY, ROMANS, SMILAX, ADIANTUM.
21 RANDOLPH ST., CI^ICAGO.
H
THC FLOmSTS' EltCHANGE
Growers and Wholesale Dealers in CUT FLOWERS.
We grow the finest of American Beauties and other Roses. Also choice
selected Valley all the year round. Carnations, Smilax, Adiantum, etc.,
fresh cut. Long: Distance Xeleplione, Main 223.
88, 90, 92 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO, III
Wholesale Growers of Cut Flowers.
500,000 Feet of Glass.
We can fill all orders on short notice with all leading varieties of KOSES and
CARNATIONS. We are headquarters for fine AMERICAN BEAUTIES.
Give us a trial and convince yourself.
SALESROOM 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO, 111.
WTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGC
SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, *p"l°orMt"
.FINE.
NOW IN. ALSO GOOD ASSORT
OF OTHER ROSES.
BEST STOCK.
We are still headquarters for finest and best varieties of CARIVAXIONS.
crTpop brunners "«-■
We are still headquarters for finest and best varieties of C
I6I2-I6I4 Barker St. Bet. chestnut & Market sts. Philadelphia, Pa.
Illinois Cut Flower Co.,
J. B. DEAMUD, Manager. '
WHOLESALE CONliSSION FLORISTS,
59 Wabash Ave., Chicago.
Consignments Soliolted.
KENNIGOTT BROS. GOMPANr.
1 Wholesale 'Cut 'Flowers,
I 88 fVabasb Avenue,
I CHICAGO, ILL.
|i WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY.
MENTION THE FLORISTS* EXCHANGE WHEN WRrTING MENTION THE FLOniST*8 EXCHANQt
THE NEW YORK CUT FLOWER CO.
119-121 West 23d Street,
112-114 West 24th Street,
telepliose733,13tbSi., NEW YORK.
PURDY & BLAUVELT,
Wholesale and Cotntnlssion Dealers ifi
CUT FLOWERS
UAIDSITIAIS F£St> FSSUDS A SFESIALTT.
57 WEST 30th STREET,
I B»l. Braadway & 6lh Ave. NEW YORK.
A. & F. ROLKER,
WHOLESALE DEALERS IN
CUT FLOWERS
53 "fVest 28tli St.
Tslephone 2379 38th St. NEW
kn|||
iAi. p. SHERIDK
WholeiBle Camml.lon Deal)
CUT FLOWERS
39 West SSth St., New York.
Telephone. 211— 38tli St.
PRICE LIST SENT ON APPLICATION.
TRAENDLY & SCITENCK
Wholesale Florists,
38 W. 2Bth St, anci CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE,
NEW YORK.
Telephone 961-18th I
JOHN YOUNG,
Wholesale Y\m$\,
WM. J. BAKER,
Wholesale Florist
1432 So. Penn Square.
Philadelphia, Pa.
DUMONT & CO.,
WHOLESALE FLORISTS,
CARNATIONS A SPECIALTY.
No. 130.5 Filbert St., Philadelphia. I
EDWARD REID,
Wholesale Florist
: FINEST VAB1ETIE8:
Roses, Carnations, Violets.
No. 40 South Sixteenth Street,
■ '""DMlnr'^FiioNE. Philadelphia.
CHARLES. W. McKELLAR,
69 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO.
Wholesals Wssisn Florisl.
The F='i-orists' Exchange.
281
Wholesale Florists
JOBBERS IN
FLORIST'S
SUPPLIES.
FLORISTS' VASES.
'■ 84 HAWLEY STREET, • BOSTON.
TOBACCO STEMS
75 Cts. per lOO lbs.
Bales welRh about 460 Iba.
THE BEST ASD STROVOEST MUST BE FRESH,
NOT OlD DRIED IP STUFF. You an jd lb. b..l ot
H. A. Stoothoff. 315 Madison Ave.. N. Y
WftlTINO MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
eSPBeBGUS PLDinOSDS HBPS,
^^AT, H. ELLZiOTO?,
CEORCE MULLEN,
WholcHilc and CommiKslon Dealer In
Best attack and lowest prices. Orders by
GEORGE MULLEN 18 Chapman Place, Boston.
It Stringa, 8 to 10 feet long,
50 eta. each.
Shipped to any part of the
country.
SMILAX FOR EASTER
Fine heavy etriiiKS, only 15c. per string. Get
A. J. BXUn-WIT*, Newart, Ohio.
GEO. A. SUTHERLAND,
CUT FLOWERS and riOmnUFFLIES
WHOLESALE.
67 Bromfield St., Boston, Mass.
City Hall Cut Flower Market
WELCH BROS., Props.
of Charge. Space let to growers wishin
to Bell their own goods.
Flowers Shipped to all Points.
...SEMO FOR PRICE 1,IST.,
M. RICE &CO.,
Importers and Manufacturers of
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.
•W. ELLISOBI,
Wholesale Cut Flowers,
Floriai Supplies. WIr* Doslgns.
2744 Franklin Ave., ST. LOUIS, MO,
CHAS.G.FLECKENSTE1N,
Wholesale Flowers,
1323 Pine street,
...ST. LOUIS, MO.
QALAX LEAVES and
LEUCOTHOE SPRAYS . .
EASTER
WHOLESALE FLOKIST8 should ord
(jood supply now ana be prv viated for the ruph I
Write the introducer at once for special prices.
Telegraph address; Kelsey, ranberry, N.C
HIGHLANDS NURSERY, KAWANA.
CXJX ROSHS.
Fine BRIDE, BRIDESMAID
and PERLE on short notice.
THE NtTIONH PLANT GO. Dayton, Ohio.
E n.OR18T'S EXCHANCC
TRY US
H[tDQUlRT[R$
ROSES, CARNATIONS,
AND VIOLETS . . .
WM. F, HASTING wholesale
495 Washington Street, Ccmmissior
BUFFALO. N. Y. Florist.
ROGERS PARK FLORAL CO.,
Wholesale CrowsrsofCulFkers
OFFICE AND SALESROO.M.
41 WABASH AVE., CHICAGO.
Headquarters for AMERICAN BEAUTIES.
r
Anything
"rosies"
6 UT" flowers;
FLORISTS Seeds . ^^
E.H'.HUNT., 61 Lake St. CHieAGO.
WHCN WRrriNG MENTION THE Ft.ORI8T-S EXCHANi
Pittsburg.
Trade Nens.
Daring tuy absence the past month
trade was reported as fair, and prices were
upheld well, but the past week has been
rather quiet. Stock seenos to be plentiful,
but there Is no great glut, and prices are
fair and firm. Bulbous stock takes the
lead now. Good tulips sell at from 3c. to
3ic. wholesale, realizing from 50c. to $lper
dozen; Dutch hyacinths, from $1 to tl.25 per
dczen for good blooms. Harrisii lilies are
still too plentiful, being quoted at about $4
per hundred, and selling at retail from 75c
per dozen up. From present Indications,
the supply for Easter will be heavy.
Roses move fairly well; wholesale price
is 5c. to 62. ; at retail, from $1 per dozen up
wards. Good carnations still bring $1 50
per hundred, selling at 85c. per dozen up.
W. Lauch is cutting some fine Albertlnl at
present.
It is not often that violets are as abun-
dant as at present, but for all that, prices
realized are better than reported in
the East, although the demand is not what
it generally is at this time.
Plant sales are very slow yet, with lots of
stock offered.
A Gas Explosion.
Years ago, when natural gas was used
by all growers for fuel for heating green-
houses, explosions were very rare, although
the gas was handled carelessly at times;
but lately they are occurring more fre-
quently. Last Sunday C. HInkel, ntar
Allegheny City, suffered quite a loss by an
explosion of gas, which accumulated in
the green houses or boilershed, and became
ignited by the flame under the boiler.
The btller house was totally destroyed and
the greenhouses damaged. Walter HIn-
kel, who was in the building at the time,
was badly burned.
Jottings.
I. S. Crall, of Mononeahela City,
has opened a branch store in Washington,
Pa.
Louis Schmitt, who had entire charge of
Wyland's place for a number of years, is
now with C. Hinkel, and Hinkel's foreman
went to Wyland's.
T. W. Richards, of New Brighton, paid
a visit to the city the past week.
The next Florists' Club meeting takes
place Thursday, March 25. An interesting
program has been prepared by the com-
mittee.
L. I. Neff, the Butler St. florist, has pur-
chased the store of Elliott & McGlnnets.
on Sixth St. This is one of the best and
oldest stands in the city, and will no doulit
flourish under Mr. Ntff, who is one of the
most enterprising and energetic florists in
our vicinity. E. C. Reineman.
Washington.
Among the Stores.
Everybody has been fairly busy for
the last few weeks, but the prices are away
below what they used to be, and seemingly
sre getting worse all the time. In the
F street stores, carnations are selling at
25c. per dozen ; violets, the very best, at
50c. per bunch, and roses anywhere from
25c. to $1.50 per dozen for teas. The open-
ing day of Congress used up quite a quan-
tity of material ; nearly every Member and
Senator had a ba.sket or some other kind
of floral offering, and many of them had
over a dozen pieces.
Tha Agrlcultnral Appropriation Bill.
bill
t left the House last sessic
Mr. Smith III.
Supt. W. R. Smith has been confined
to his house for the past two week.«, suffer-
ing from gastric trouble. He hopes to be
about In a day or two. G.W.OLIVER.
IF you have not tried an ad. In one
of our Spring Specials, ask some
one who has what he thinks about
them. The next will be Issued April 3.
JOHN CONLEY & SON,
TIN FOIIL,
2 and 4 Dominlck Street,
NEW YORK.
CHOCOI,ATE COOLER CO.,
GRAND RAPIDS, MIOH.
FLOmST'slTiGEIUTOgS.
Send for Ciroalar.
WMeW WHITIHQ WCNTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
PAPER Toothpicks.
AND ^^P^*" '*^^^-
Till 111 r ^^"^'^ ^"^ "^"'"^
I If lilt. Papers— all size*.
"TINQ MENTION THg FLORIST'S EXCHANGC
Apply for quotations to
ANDRE L. CAUSSE,
I0B-107 Hudson St., New York.
EVERETT B. CLARK & SONS,
Sole Manufactu
GENUINE TROWeeiOGE GRAFTING WAX
Wholesale Growe
EDvlnnd (>rowD
TOBflCCO STEMS
Large Bales (300 lbs.),. $1 50 •
STRONG
ID FRESH
Tobacco Dust, 2c. per Ih.
Raffia, the best material for tying:, does not
injure the planis; It goes farthest and Is
cheapest ; first quality long fibre al He. a lb.;
$9.00 a 100 lbs.
• Ui PAU9I a bU., Philn.Ieli.bia, Pa.
MEYER GREEN SILKALINE.
nsel for Sttiigiai SUIUS and ^SFASACUS.
Boston Florist Letter Co.
N. F. McCarthy, Treas. & nanager.
.."«?:V BOSTON, MASS. „ .JX'&V
282
The I=i_ORiSTS' Exchange.
WALKER'S EXCELSIOR FOOD
A little book entitled "Care of House P
mailed free with each package. DirectioDB foi
and Kuarauteed analysis stated on every pacb
PRICE-Oue-pound packaee. auffleient
plants for one year. 26 ctB.; by mail. 40 cts. On
pound. BufBcient for25 plants six months. 15 c
mall, 25 cts.
Agents wanted everywhen
Liberal terms.
THE WALKER FERTILIZER CO.,
(lilton SprincH. N. V.
STANDARD ♦ POTS.
We are now ready to supply a superior
quality of Pots in unlimited quantities.
Catalogues and price lists furnished on
application.
A. H. HEWS & CO.,
NORTH CAMBRIDGE, - MASS.
WHEW WRITING MENTION THE FLO ]
StafldaiD Polii„.„.
Good Rttilrnail Facilities KELLER BROS.
For ShippiiiB . . . ^—1
^"'f^'M^rSlrrs""''' Norristown, - Pa.
:*rice Lists Furnished on Application.
lEN WRITINO MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANOC
STANDARD
FLOWER POTS
In any quantity, and of the best
quality.
Get my price list before ordering
elsewhere.
W. H. ERNEST,
station M, N. E., WASHINGTON, D. C.
»HEN WRrriHO MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
STANDARD FLOWER POTS.
Btaadard Pots
band read; for fihl]
I ready packed o
IS"
iBreoelved^
Per lOO.
... 13 50
::: ?8!!
735
I 16 " 76 00
I Saucers H prloe of pot«.
oaah with order F.O.B.
»t Port Edward. Send for price Hat of HaDfflni
Vmsea, Qardea Vases, Jardinieres. Seed Pans
Glazed Cylinder. " ■ ~ •
10 per cent, offf
Addn
LllM
, MMiTrs, Fort Edward, K. T.
AUGUST ROLKER & SONS, "ll.I^.
I3a & 138 W 24^ St., NBW YORK OITY.
Modern Greenhouse
Heating.
One of our boilers, 10,880 feet of two
incii pipe, and sixty tons of coal will heat
22,400 feet of glass (four 20x200 feet
double gable houses) to 65 degrees in
coldest Winter weather ; tliey have done
it, and will do it for jo\i — we guarantee
it. Our boilers are not only the best of
their kind, but the best made. They have
the largest "firebright" direct surface,
are the easiest cleaned, handled and set
up ; and from engineering facts, they are
the ideal frictionless, economical water
heating boilers of our day.
Plenty's Horticultural Works,
148-156 Randolph Ave.,
JERSEY CITY, N.J.
WHEN WRrriNQ MCNTIOH THE FIORIST-S EXCHANGE
Milwaukee.
Jacob Feeytag has flniehed a plant
which for convenieDce and appearance
would be hard to excel. The greenhouses
consist of five, each 90x20 feet, running
into a show house facing north and south,
with an offlce at one end and boiler shed at
the other. Several of the old houses which
are yet in good order, though relegated to
the background, will be used for violets
and bedding stock. One of the best selling
plants for winter is the carnation in
pots, also cannas. I noticed a fine yellow,
a seedling of Florence Vaughan type.
Cyclamen are in good demand ; the plants
are well grown, many running eighteen
Inches across, and a fine strain.
Corbie Bros, report a favorable seed
return ; this is an important branch of
their business, and one which they are
pushing strongly. They raise considerable
stock at the greenhouses which are under
the supervision of Mr. Currie, Sr., one of
the old type of Ayreshire gardeners who
usually succeed In what they undertake.
The whole of the cut produced is consumed,
with much purchased outside, at their
downtown store.
C. B. Whitnall Intends devoting more
attention to the retail branch of his trade ;
to facilitate matters he is removing the
business of the Wisconsin Flower Ex-
change to his store downtown, where
ample accommodation Is afiForded for the
carrying on of an independent concern.
He reports an excellent season, all things
being considered, and predicts a bright
outlook for the future.
Club, left sometime since, presumably 1
Pittsburg. In the meantime the busln<
of the club Is in abeyance, and the mem-
bers are anxiously awaiting Scott's re-
turn. W. M.
Saginaw, Mich.
Wm. Rothke Intends bnildlng a large
carnation house, which promises to be a
unique one, and may mark a departure in
the building of carnation houses. He will
also make other extensive alterations and
improvements.
Chas. Fkhch will add two more rose-
houses to his already extensive plant;
these will run east and west, with the
short span to the south. While at it Mr.
Fruch win overhaul bis other houses and
equip them with the best ventilating ap-
paratuses.
Messrs. Grohmann Bros, will likewise
be kept busy making improvements and
alterations.
Weddings, socials, and banquets have
kept the florists more than ordinarily ac-
tive. The most noteworthy event of recent
date was the annual banquet of the JJm-
zoo-ee Club. For this occasion the im-
mense stage of the Masonic Temple was
transformed Into a tropical bower by the
artistic arrangement of palms and decora-
tive plants. A unique feature Introduced
was an Improvised curtain of wild smilax
arranged in a way to represent an Im-
mense natural vine growing over the
stage, having 85 varicolored Incandescent
lights embedded here and there in the
green. Messrs. Grohmann Bros, had this
decoration in charge.
J. B. GOETZ reports a splendid trade all
along the line, especially in funeral work.
Itinerant.
Bay City, Mich.
Messrs. Boebrinoeb Bros, report trade
as away ahead of anything they had ex-
perienced ever since they are in business.
Their roses and csrnatlons, of which they
grow the best standard varieties, are In
splendid condition. This firm enjoys the
distinction of being the first In the Saginaw
Valley to build their houses with the short
span to the south. They are much pleased
with the result. Itinerant.
London, Ont.
3. GAMMAGE & Sons report a very satis-
factory season ; plant trade Is Increasing,
both wholesale and retail. They Issue a
neat circular, drawing attention to a well
grown general stock ; particularlv young
roses. W. M.
YOUR Trade List printed in the
" Florists' Exchange Spring Spe-
cial " will goto 9000 live business
men.
STANDARD VENTILATING MACHINE.
NONE
EQUAL IT
IN
Strength
AND
Durability
Send for Catalogue.
NOTHING
Flimsy
OR
Complicated
about it.
GLASS
L. HKRRIS 3t SON.
. BROADWAY, NEW YORK, 89 LIBERTY ST., NEW YORK
For Greenhouses, Conservatories,
Graperies, Hotbeds and all other
purposes, at Lowest Rates.
N. COWEN'S SON 392 & 394 West Broadway, New York.
GUSS!
GLASS!
Formerly 154 and 156 So. Fifth Avenue.
Figures before buying Glass,
Estimates Freely CHven.
PI AGC ^o>^ aREKNHOUSES, CONSEEVATOEIES, Al ACQ
ULAOO GEAFEEIES, HOTHOUSES AND HOTBEDS. ULflOO
VANHORNE, GRIFFEN & CO.
Agents for CHAMBSRS & McKEE CO.. Jeannefte Brands American Glass.
Importers of French Glass.
Send for our New Prloe I
istra dieoounte. All our Pota, from 7 Id. and upwards, have
, wbich Is a great advantage, ae it insures perfect drainage.
A FUIil. LINE OF BULB PANS.
THE WHILLDIN POTTEST CO., 713 to 719 Wharton Street, PHILADELPHIA.
RRANrw TTorT'iHa- S Kearney and Westslde Ayes., Jersey City. N.J.
BRANCH HOUSK8. j j,,.kaon Ave. and Pearson St., Lnno Island City, N. T.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHANGE
FLOWER POTS^*^
We'nre MRnufBCIurine a Full Line ol
STANDARD FLOWER POTS and HANGING BASKETS
OF THE BEST QUALITY.
Address THE SYRACUSE POTTERY CO , 403 N. SUIXi ST., SYRACUSE, N. V.
THE JOHN
PULVERIZED
A Quick Serminator
and Crop Forcer.
FACTORY I
LIttiB Ferry, New Jersey.
OFFICEl
Long Island City, New York.
HATURAL. ODORLESS
J. PETERS COMPANY
(iiTcoiai'oxa.^TEn.)
COMPRESSED
Beats Every Chemical
Fertilizer on Earth.
Pure Sheep Fertilizer
permanently improves
the soil.
Matures the largest and
best crops. Quick and
lasting in its action.
CLEAN TO HANDLE.
The Allegheny City Fertilizer Works
DR. EDW. L. CZARNIECKI & SON,
43 First Street, ALLEGHENY, PA.,
Guarantee;their following brands of FERTILIZERS to be Absolutely Strictly
Pure and free] from South Carolina Rock, or any other adulteration. Send for
samples and catalogue, which will speak for themselves.
Their works are opau at anytime far the public's inspocLion and they make bu
one grade of goods, viz : Pure Raw Bone rieal, Pure Raw Bone Phosphate
Pure Potato flanure, and Special Lawn and Garden Fertilizer.
The I=lorists-
•XCHHNGE.
283
LORD & BURNHAM CO.,
HORTICULTURAL ARCHITECTS AND BUILDERS,
SXEAM AND HOT -WATER HEATING ENGINEERS.
Plans and BstlmateB furnlahed on application.
BTjmriii^e^^n^ co.
Horticultural Architecture and Building.
GREEHHOUSE miM M YEVTIlflTIHI},
e and Building.
[litching^^Go
ESTABLISHED 1844.
233 Mercer Street, NEW YORK
FIVE PATTERNS OF BOILERS.
NINETEEN SIZES,
Perfect Sash Raising Apparatus.
Iron Frame Benches with the
' Perfect Drainage Bench Tile"
paper or Slate Tops.
I'OSXAGE FOR I1,I,WSTRATE» CATALOGtJE.
Kansas City, Mo.
The monthly meetlog of the Club was
held, March 11, at the office of C. C. Ripley,
an enthusiastic amateur. President Mur-
ray is progressive, and has an able corps
of assistants. The subject for this par-
ticular night was the beat and most profit-
able plants to grow for Christmas ; and as
we were betwixt and between, Easter as
well was discussed. A full list was pre-
pared by Messrs. A. Newell and A. Barbe,
which, while embracing nothing but what
■ " ' , pro-
Walter Mott was present, and gave the
members the benefit of his Eastern ob
servations.
The preliminary schedule of the Chrys-
anthemum Show to take place next Fall
was read by Secretary Barnes ; it contains
a liberal premium list, and also encourages
design work, which is a wise move, as this
profitable branch of the florists' business
has been allowed to decay, for which In
many instances the members are them-
selves to blame. An interested member
was M. L. Goodman, who is superintendent
of the landscape department at Port
Arthur.
Here mnd There.
R. S. Brown & Son have recently
completed a useful range of four houses,
each 70x125 feet, for roses chiefly, of which
they are large shippers West and South-
west. The method of heating is with
boiler tubes connected to Carmody'a new
boiler, while Evans' machine does the ven-
tilating ; and, by the way, the fame of the
illustrious representative of this machine,
as a vocalist. Is beiuEc wafted, as is his
machine, the country o'er.
JAS. Payne has become quite a celebrity
in connection with cinerarias, of whicn
he brought a fine specimen to the Club to
show the boys what splendid plants can be
grown.
Probst Floral Co. report a very satis-
factory season. They are having a big run
of funeral work, and find the three extra
houses built last Summer none too many;
th?y are J span, each 75x20 feet, and are
planted with Meteor and Bride roses. In
addition to cut flowers, much flowering
stock I-! grown In pots; a house of cyclamen
in flue shape for Easter being one of the
features. W. M.
PIPE
WM. H. KAY, 42 Dey St., New York.
VALVES
t
CALIFORNIA RED CEDAR
A. DIETSGH i GO. 619 Sheffield Avenue, CHICAGO.
MANDFACTDRERS OF
RED CEDAR AND CYPRESS GREENHOUSE MATERIAL.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THC n.ORISTS- EXCHANGE
i
J "(END FOR OUR NEW GATALOGTE, WHICH SHOWS J
iTieleiiimatiGCalVeiitilaton
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GREAT REDUCTION IN PRICE.
and the De Lamatcr Iron Works, which have hert-toloiv maniiliM tiirt-.
RIDER & ERICSSON HOT AIR PUMPING ENGINE
a great reduction in prices has been made,
facilities enable the new firm to produce a
offered for securing an abundant water su
Stock and other farms, and for country seal
New catalogues are ready, and will be sent to thos.
RIDER-ERICSSON ENGINE CO.,
22 Cortlaodt St., New York. N Y. ^6 I-nke St., Chicngo. III.
191 & 193 HiBh St., Bostou. Mns.. 29 Jt 31 N. tlb St., Phila.. Pa.
MENTION THC PIORISTS- EXCHANOS
befi
ply for ail piirposes on Dairy,
, city residences. &c.
■ ■ "1 who ask for them.
EVERV KLORISX OUGHT TTO
IMSVRE HIS GCA88 AGAIK8T
HAIL.
For putionlara ftddresB
JOHN G. ESLER.Sso'y.SaddleRlver.N.J.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS" EXCHANGE
T
VALVES,
FITTINGS
AND
VENTILATING
APPARATUS.
^ WILCOX CO.,
«S/ Newburgh, N. Y.
Mention paper.
IF- YOll -WTANX
A GOOD SASH LIFT
For H Yery Little Mouey Get
THE
■■mw DEPARTURE,"
^VEMT)L(\T!N& f\PPl.iaNCE.'^
For Descriptive Catalogue Send to
J. D. CARMODY, Evansvllle, Ind.
St.
Mo.
L. J. Stpppt has had great saccess with
M.Louise violets this winter, one of the few
whose stock has improved Instead of de-
teriorating. He has cut heavily of roses
and carnations, but, with others. Is look-
ing for the scarlet. Well, Jubilee fills the
bill at present. I saw some grand stock
with J. FreytagatMilwaukee. Mr.Stuppy
has been sick for some time, being threat-
ened with pneumonia, which it is to be
hoped he will escape. His son Is conduct-
ing the business in his absence.
D. S=. Reichard is also under the
weather, but expects to soon be around
again. He has a good Spring stock.
Jas. Kidd is issuing an attractive mail-
ing plant catalogue which cannot fall to
be read with interest. W. M.
TTRADE follows wherever the "Flor-
^ ists' Exchange" goes, and the
"Florists' Exchange Spring Special"
will go everywhere.
{ The Right Cypress for
I Greenhouse Material.
# Have you heard of Cypress Greenhouse Material that has not been satisfactory?
5 If you have it does not follow that Cypress is not the best lumber to use. There is
5 White Cypress, Yellow Cypress and Red Cypress ; there is Cypress that grows on the '
f high lands and Cypress that grows in the swamps. '
0 All of these different kinds are not suitable for greenhouse purposes. Do you
i know which kind is best and do you know that kind when you see it? If not you
i would better buy from those that do know and will deliver exactly what they sell. We
{ introduced Cypress for greenhouse construction and pushed it to the front. We know
2 all about it. For fifteen years we have made a specialty of furnishing it, and during
2 this time we have built up a reputation that we cannot afford to jeopardize. We send
5 out the best only.
Lockland Lumber Co.,
LOCKLAND. O.
►.^/^^^/^^♦^^•'•^•^♦^^^^^•^J^^^^'^^''
COI. LAY'S
IMPBOYEI)
. , I PUTTY BULB
For Glazing Sash, Etc.,
PHTENT PLANT SPRINKLER
JOHN A. SCOLLAT,
71 & 76 Myrtle Ave..
BROOKI.VN, N.Y-
SEND STAMP FOR CATALOGUE.
WHEN wnniNO MENTION THt fVOBWr* tXCH«»0»
234
The Florists* Exchange.
"GOLDEN BEAUTY." NPW C A NN A ^ "JOHN WHITE."
New Yellow Canna, clear, bright 1 ^ I ^ J J ^T /jk. 1 ^X J l\.k^ The beautiful new variegated
color, massive flower, continuous
bloomer, vigorous grower, dwarf habit. As good as the best.
50c. each; $4.00 per doz.; $85.00 per 100. READY NOW.
leaf variety. Finest plant for
decorative purposes produced in years. Stock in superb condition and
READY NOW. 75c. each; $7.50 per doz.; $50.00 per 100.
Also QUEEN CHARLOTTE, ALPHONSE BOUVIER, MME. CROZY, J. C. VAUGHAN, J. D. CABaS, EX. CRAMPBEL.
$1.00 per doz; $6.00 per 100. All from 4 inch pots. Cash or reference with orders. Circular and colored plate for the asking.
50,000 S M I L A X , SL?oS"i.?'er
1000. 'From 2 in. pots, »1.60 per 100, »13.00 per 1000.
Geranlama, 2 In pots. $2.50 per 100. t20.00 per 1000.
HrdraiiKeii , :{ in., dormant, $5.00 per 100. Send for
Samples. Cash with the order.
FRED. BOERNER. Capp BlaT ritv. N.J.
25.000 GERimOMS 25,000
NOW READV. Strongr plnntB, 2% inch
pots, $3.()U per 1110 ; $25.00 per 1000.
Also bt'ddiiijf and hHSket plants later.
Coleus Rootecl Cuttinss. 75c. per
100; $6.00 per loOl). Cash with order.
GEO. W. GASKILL. WARREN, OHIO.
GERANIUMS SSJnea.
4-lnch pots, double, white, pink or scarlets
" single,
$4.00 per 100.
21-inch pots, double, white, pink or scarlets,
sintrle, '
$2.60 per 100.
Hecla, new f carlet, single, 2i-inch $3.60 per 100,
JAMES FROST, Greenville, Ohio
CER ANI UMS
Double Orant 2!^ in., $'2.0 I per 100.
Paiisies, in bnd and hlo.im. $1.25 per lOO.
Smlla.^, from flats. 60 eta per 100.
carnation, Oeranlum, Golden
Bedder and Versdhafleltll Coleus
Cuttings, $1.00 I e 100. free by mail.
1 ash with Order.
EVERITT & INSALL, Hackettstown, N.J.
GERANIUMS!
Double Grant, La Favorite, S. A. Nutt, out
otai^inch pots, flue plants, $3 60 per 100; 4 inch
pot plants, extra strong, $6.00 per 100.
DORMANT CANNtS. Mme. Crozy, $2.00 per
HARRISII LILIES, fine plants. Sets, per bud.
PAUL MADER, East Strondsbnrg, Pa.
10
.rieties; Cuphaia, Da
iTin
I standard
CHRYS.4NTHETHIMS-
2!< Inch pots, $3.00 per 100.
^"Lots of other FLORISTS' STOCK at
accordingly low prices. Write for particulars.
i and Rex Begonias left.at $1.60
Few Gen
^?"Strictly CASH with order.
GREENE COUNTY FLORAL NURSERY,
Room Wanted !
And must be had at any price.
Per 1000
Ageratam, Blue and White, rooted cut-
Puclisias, all the leaders, rootedcuttings. 13 00
Gflraniums, best and latest flowering
sorts 12 00
Geraniums, best and l.itest, 2}^-in. pots. . .20 CO
1000 Double Grant, 3-in. pots. 30 00
Heliotrope, 6 varieties, rooted cuttings " ""
.10 1
Mme. Sallerol, rooted cuttings..
Rose $3 0
Mt. of Snow, 3-in. pot 35
Crimson VergoUaffeltii and Golden Qaeen
$6.00 per 1000.
COI,EU8 in variety, $4.00 per 1000.
600 at 1000 rates. Fifteen cents extra per 100
Selection of sorts to remain with us.
Cash with Order.
J. E. FELTHOUSEN, Schenectady, N. Y,
WATER LILIES
logue. Estimates f u
HENRY A. DREER,
EGYPTIAN LOTUS and
VICTORIA RECIA.
We are specialists in this line and carry
a full line of Aquatic PlanU suitable for
all purposes,
the United States ; see our quarterly trade list and general cata-
714 Chestnut Street, PHILADELPHIA.
Largest Stock in the Country.
All goods up to date, and of
, superior quality.
Send for Illustrated Catalogue.
We are prepared to supply
aJLLJLX * LEAVES
in any desired quantity.
H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.,
56 N. FOURTH STREET, PHILADELPHIA, PA.
HEW CAPE FLOWERS.
A. HERRMANN,
404-412 B. 34tli St., New York,
TSeaiT Ferry.
Manufacturer of Floral Designs.
Importer and Dealer in Florists' Supplies.
Write for Catalogue. Free to the trade.
...WELLROOTED CUTTINGS...
We Pack Secure and guarantee satisfaction. At liundred rates we t
15,000 REX BEGONIAS, youngr plants, well-
established, from sand bed. In 15 varieties,
labeled, at $1.60 per 100; $12.50 per 1000.
Mixed, in 13 varieties. $1.25 per 100 ; $11.00 per
vm. We grow such good sorts, as Erdody,
King of Kex, Queen Victoria, Roi Ferd.
Major, Clementina, Queen of Hanover, etc.
1,000 FUCHSIAS. Black Prince, Mme. Van
der Strauss, Monarch, White Giant and 25
other equally as good sorta, labeled true.
$1.25 per 100 ; $10.00 per 1000.
0,000 FLOWERING BEGONIAS, in 26
varieties. Argentea Guttata, Alba, Margar-
itae, Metallica. Diadema, Berthe de Cbateau-
rocher, etc. $1.50 per 100; $10.00 per 1000.
1,000 COLEUS," 25 sorts, 100 75c., 1000 $6.00.
5,000 GERANIUMS, single and double, 25
sorts, Bruanti, Centaur, La Favorite, etc.
$1.60 per 100 ; $10.00 per 1000.
20,000 HARDY PINKS, Her Majesty,
Brunette, May, Gertrude, Earle of
- ■"■ " $1.00 per
1,000 EMPRESS OF CHINA, the ni
blooming hardy apple blossom pink (
Rose, immensely popular rose fo:
trade. $1.60 per 100 : $13.00 per 1000.
1,000 HELIOTROPE, 10 best sorts.
A. B. DAVIS & SON, Purcellville, Ht>R wAsniNTaN p.c. Va.
^^ SENSATIONS!
Asparagus i, -')nqeri. X^JZ^'^a
ported plants ■ SZ ,« open ground, tor Marc
lyear_old,s' " -.,.,„ . . .- .
Cannas
)P3 I
Offer
1P'« '
stroi SK k
I .. 10 '■ ) Large
/ia and Italia.
per 100. Whe' « .fft from iis you get the originator's stock, which has not
gated and for ^|5£S full limit, but soand field-grown bulbs oontalnlne;
Of ^ : Special prices for larger quantities.
COCOS VfefS-filiana Seed. ?'''^^-^-Aee
Blancbe Ferry, plnl
Mrs. Sankey, white.
Queen of Eneland,
Uorotby Tenuant, i
I.ady feuzanoe, roa
BloshiDK Beauty, i
l.atlle Eckford, lav
Duke of Clnreoce, roEj-claret 20c
Emily Eckfor«l, heliotrope 20c
American Belle, rose and while 20c
Princess Victoria, cherry!!!! 20c
Princess of Wales, white and mauve 20c
OTld, rosy pink 20o
Cardinal, scarlet 20c
Primrose, yellow ZOc
Capt. at the Blues, blue 20c
Countess of Radnor, lavender 20c
Senator, chocolate and white 20c
, rosy-purple I
LII colo
, fl nest mixed .^ ^
B"per p^und extra if wanted by t
JOHN GARDINER & CO.,
30x1306. Philadelphia, Pa.
A fuU lini.- of Conifer bL*ed» now i
J. L. SCHILLER. Rulherfsrd, N. J.
'HFN WOrrir^G MENTION THE FLORIST'S EXCKA^r
Liliuffl Superbuffl.
ASTER SEED.
Vick'8 Brandling, "Wliite and Semple's
Wliite and Fink, $1 50 per oz,; Snowball,
$1.00 per oz.
Seed well cleaned and from selected stock,
crop of 1896.
For sale in any desired quantity by
J. C3r. X3LaE:£3]L.!E3Xl,
687 Monroe Ave,, Rochester, N. T.
JDST RECEIVED FROM J.\PAN
JAPANESE IMPERIAL
CONVOLVULUS SEED.
Very bricht. plump and well cle
26 years. A mixture of the finest a
BBlected Btratns. *4.00 per lb.; «30 0
at once. Supply limited. Terms
mt In Japan for
d most carefully
14.00 per lb.; «30 00 per 10 lbs. Order
"" cash 10 days.
JACKSON & PERKINS CO.. Newark, New York.
rxrriNG MENTION THE FLOWtSTS' EXCH*
MEWTIOWTHK PUaaigrS EXCHANGE
Sumioei DfowiDS Bums
VERY CHEAP.
iPCCIAL PAL>^ OF
BULBS
ORDER AT ONCE.
Grand opportunity to buy. Addriss,
Assignee, Highland Nurseries, 'n'
HEADQUARTERS FOR
Dallas ana FieeslaBDlDii
PAMPAS PLUMES,
Palm, California Tree and Flower Seeds.
ASK FOR SPECIAL PRICES.
GERMAIN FRUIT GO. Los Angeles, Gal.
¥" WE ARE HEADQUARTEKS ON J
I BULBS FOR FORGING,
I FLOWER SEEDS FOR FLORISTS,^
I ENGLISH MUSHROOM SPAWN.]
i BPSCIAI. PRICES ON APPLICATION. \
♦ JOHN GARDINER & CO., Seedsmen, <
T Box 1306, PUladelphia, P». 1
EXCELSIOR DWARF PEARL
TUBEROSES
MONSTER
BULBS
6 to 8 Inches Circumference. Ml\\
Per xooo .
Per loo .
4 to 6 inches.
Per looo $6.50
Per 100 1. 00
3 to 4 Inches.
Per 1000 $4.00
Per I500 $5.00
TERMS CASH.
C. H.JOOSTEN
93 Greenwich Street,
NEW YORK.
Berlin Lily of the Valley Pips
IN CASES OF 2,500, FROM COLD STORAGE.
^FRi^v TO C. C. ABKL & CO.,
F-. O. BOX 920, NE;^?V^ YORK
I WRrriNG MENTION THE
100. Pearl Tuberose
Dwarf Box. . _.
Grandiflora, Hardy Camell
plants. Jas. M. Lamb. Sunnyside, K
. 14.00 per 100. Eulalia
$2 50 'per
rooted. Masnolia
PALM SEED.
GillFORNIi NURSERY CO., Niles, Gal.
WHEN WRITING MCNTION THE FLORIST'S EXCHANGE
Prize-Winning
DAHLIAS
4N UNPRECEDENTED RECORD.
23 First Prizes, Certificate of Merit, 2
Diplomas, and higliest mention everywiiere.
list now ready. Address
W. p. PEACOCK.
Dahlia Specialist, ATCO, N. J.
■MCM WRirmO MCNTIOM THE FLORIST'S EXCHANGE
A
few thousand fine mixed GI-ADIOLI
BULBS left yet, at $6 per 1000. Sample
free. CAL. PBIVKT, m to 2 ft. »1 per 100.
S. J. GALLOWAY, Eaton, 0.
ASTERS
Queen of Market
C'hrys.
3, mixed; Victoria,
iant Comet, white;
Lilliput, mixed
are. Novelty, sulphur yello
BEGONIA Semperflorens eclair
I tuberoses \
X Dwarf Pearl, 4 to 6 inches in cii-- J
I cumference, 65c. per 100; 85 per X
J 1000; $4.76 per 1000 in 6000 lots. Z
: Dwarf Nasturtium \
♦ Finest Mi.ved, 40o. per lb. ♦
X Tall Nasturtium \
♦ Finest Mi.xed, 30o. per lb. ^
♦ John Gardiner & Co.
March 27, 1897-
The F^lorists' Exchange.
287
BEGONIAS, TUBEROSES and GLADIOLI.
I hare to offer an Extra Choice lot of Tiiberoas Rooted Regonias. Rioirle, larpesize. In 4
lepwate oolom-wliite, piiikj y vllow and scarlet-it the foUowinu prloMi-lOO lor S2.00: 500
for |8^g^|_^i8^'*,f|'A|i»TUBEROSE BULBS-Large .1.. at «1.00 per 100; SOO for «100; 1.00-
fbrA4.UU. SeoonilBlzGatoOoentspLTliHj; 6U(tfor$1.64t; Cii'H) for$2.5a ^ . ^,_
(QLADIOLI-Rnest mixed eolors on ibe market. iJitge ■■/c JSIW '"•'«>; "»•<>' «"»
lW°t$7m reooSdriil,.oretoflo«erthl8Sorarae,.Wcent>p9r_I00,^ . .
All these BnlbB are the best on tlie mar
rket, and I Ruara
^m
F. II. mi.l^S, Seedsman. Box. zoo, Ros
peoUl qaotatlou
JJew York
:GET THE BEST:
ASTER SEED
of the celebrated SeiTiple AstCr, mixed. Separate colors
all sold except pink. Seed well cleaned, plump and good.
Crop of 1896. For sale in anv desired quantity by
JAMES SEMPLE, Box 2, BELLEVUE, PA.
WHEN WRrriNO MENTION THE nORISTS- EXCHANGE
GLADIOLI
DEALERS AND FLORISTS,
Not cheap stuff to be gotten rid of at any price, bu
HIGH GRADE,
at reasonable rates. Price List on application. Stati
quantity desired.
CUSHMAN GLADIOLUS CO.,
EUCLID, O
Mention this Paper.
■pM ORDER YOUR GOODS FOR SUMMER DELIVERY IN TIME
la Early Orders ::: BEST, f.: BEST STOCK, T.: BEST PRICES
yve: quote you now for delivery in JUiUY to SEPTEMBER.
Freesia refracta alba,
Calla Ethiopica,
Li. Longiflorum,
Chinese Narcissus,
NEW PRICE LIST on above out NOW
Address all oommunicatloDs to
H. H. BERGER & CO., C'^'^'^ilV^^^) San Francisco, Gal.
Tree Fern Stems,
Palm Seeds,
California Forcing
Bulbs.
Send for it.
FRANCIS BRILL,
LONG ISLAND CABBAGE SEED
HEMPSTEAD, LONG ISLAND.N.Y.
»WBmMO WEWTIOW THE HORIBT-B t»CHAHGF
I CLUCAS & BODDINGTON CO., |
► ImporlerN, Kiportffs and li rowers' Agents of J
t Plants, Seeds and Bulbs, |
t 501 and 503 W. 13th St , \
^m'.M^jwM»-:m-.m^.m'^m'JW^mims^^^mc^'.m:^m:m^,m^mzim'^m:m'm'/i
CANNAS
CANNAS
CANNAS
Roots are strong, in
perfect condition, and
absolutely true to name
TUBEROSES.
100 UKX)
E.\cel8lorPearl,4toem., (1 f,
3to4 1-aln. 50 4
GLADIOLUS.
CALADIUM ESCULENTUM.
I THE LOVETT CO., LITTLE SILVER, N. J.
WHIN wamNO MENTION THE ru>'lme. Salle roi Gor-
nniuni-. in 2^ inch pots. »'ilO per 100. Dlnrle
Louise Violets, i"S inch potB in bud and ploom
ti OO per 100. Ca.ih viilh i.rder.
WM. J. CHINNICK, Trenton, N. J.
FINE PLANTS CHEAP.
Per 100
Oeraninma, Double Grant, 2-Kin. pots... $2 00
Begonia Vernon, line, 2l^-in. pots 2 00
Coleus, 2!4-in.pot8 3 00
Salvia Splendens, 2H-iu. pots 2 00
Rooted Cattlnga, Coleus, Geraniums, Be-
gonias, Viole' ■- ^ - "-
10,000 ALTERNANTHERAS
GHAS.T.D&RLING, stony Brook, L. I., N.Y.
PRIMROSES.
COLEUS, rooted
bedding varieties, a
atsoc. pe;
loo, delivered. FINK BKUONIAS,
:s. Best OEKATilUJIS. including
separately, at $2 00 per 100.
P. O. or Ex. M. O. with order.
CAVANAUGH. - Millers Cor ets, N. Y.
THE COTTAGE GARDENS, Queens, L. I.
SPECIALISTS II«
Carnations, Cannas, Chrysanthemums,
?IpeT Geraniums and Dahlias. i^RrAl'isV"''
100,000 VERBENAS
Fine pot plants, $2.50 per 100; $20
, 7Bcts. per 100; $6.00 per 1 000.
1000.
$50.00 pe
■>1' NO H\JST OR TUVILDEini*
Packed light and satisfaction guaranteed. Send for circular.
We are the largest growera of Verbena. In the country. Our plants cannot be lurpasaed.
Mention J. L.. DII^LON, BlooiMsburg, Pa.
rlVERBENAS
LARGEST
and
FLOWERS
BEST MAMMOTH, rooted cuttings
OLDER MAMMOTH, rooted cuttings..
BEST MAMMOTH, Btronir pot plants...
OLDER MAMMOTH, strong pot planti
ROOTED
CUTTINOS
HEALTHY
VIGOROUS
STOCK
.per 100, $1 3.5; perl
, $10C
ClRmTIONS
Arniazindy, Ivory, Delia Fox, Tii-
Butteroup, M. H. Stanley 3 60
Bridesmaid, Meteor, Storm King,
Eldorado, Albertini, Alaska, Day-
break, Puritan 2 00
Dean Hole, Bouton d'Or 2 60
Thos. Cartledge 2 00
Lizzie.\IcGowan,Portia,Wm. Scott. 1 60
STRONG ROOTED CUTTINGS.
Aseratnm, blue and white..
Galea., allleading sorts
PucbHin., double and Blntrle
FeTerfew. Dwarf Gem
Heliotrope, light and dark.
Salvia. . Splendens 1
MISCELLANEOUS PLANTS.
i2Hi
rieties, from 2V4 in.
a'rieViee, froin
Geraniums, fragrant, I
Lantanas, 12 line '
pots
Pelargoniums, 20
21/2 in. pots u ox
Pansles, flne strain, transplanted,
$10.00 per 1000 1 26
Vincas Varlegata and Elegans, 4 in. pots,
Cannas,* Dormant Tubers. Send for
CHflYiiMUMS
ROOTED OUTTINOS. POTTED PLANTS.
Ada Spauldlng, Mme. Fred. Bergmann, Helen
Bloodgood,EllnorD. Smith, Harry Man, Oak-
land, Olympus, M. M. Johnson, Jennie Falkner,
M. Richard Dean, Gladys Spaulding, Mrs.
Henry Robinson, Nemesis, Pink Ivory, Mrs.
McK. Twombly, Nlveus, Potter PaUner,
Mrs.
Mrs. J. B.Cri
irotby To
Viviand-Morel.Marg. Graham.
Rooted Cuttings, $2.00 per 100; $17.60 per lOOa
From iH In. pots, 4.00 " 35.00 "
Pres. W. R. Smith, Eugene Dallledouzclvorjr,
TboB. H. Brown, Cullingfordii, Minnie Wana-
maker, Miss May Wheeler, Mrs. J. G. Whilldin,
W. H. Lincoln. Mr
^WTOOID BROS., Fislil?Lill, N.Y.
\ MerrrwN thc florist's
388
The F=l-orists' Exchange.
SEED WE REFOBT.
Points and Information from seedsmen, and al
Interested in this column, solicited. Address
Editor Sbbd Tradb, care of Florists* Bx-
OHANQB. p. O. Boi 1697. New York.
Free Seed Distribution.
Undernoted is the text of the section in
the act iH. R. 14) making appropriations for
the Department of Agriculture for the fis-
cal year ending June 30, 1S98, relative to
Division of Seeds. Purchase and Distribu-
tion of Valuable Seedti:
For the purchase, propagation and distribu-
tion of valuable seeds, bulbs, trees, shrubs,
vines, cuttings and plants, and expenses of
labor, transportation, paper, twine, gum,
printing, postal cards, and all necessary
material and repairs lor putting up and dis-
trees. shrubs, vines, cuttings and plant
is authorized, empowered, directed at
quired to expend not less than the si
one hundred and ten thousand dollars
purchase at public or private sale of va
seeds, the best he can obtain, and su
shall be suitable for the respective loc
to which the same are to be apportionei
seeds
suitable for plant
ng a
nd culture in the
s sections of the
ed States.
equal proportion
of
wo-thirds of all
-ubs
ilants shall, upon the
IF request, after
otification by the
ture that the allotmem
is ready for distr
Sena'
Cong
Its or be directec
nailed by the de-
partm
cues
mg such seeds
perin
jnts therewith:
Pro
I'ided. That all
bulbs, plants ai
<1 n
;tings herein al-
.to Senators. Rep
and addresses have been furnished bv
tors and Rpresentatives in Congress, am
have not before during the same season
supplied by the Department: And pro
also. That the Secretary shall report a!
vided in this act, the place, quantity
price of seeds purchased, and the date ol
chase: but nothing in this paragraph
be construed to prevent the Secretai
from sending
latitude
tenth day of Ja
ticable t,me thei
ed also. That thi
)rs and Represen
ho districts embr
and thirty-secon
member ma
.lity he repri
ady
■the
Editor Florists' Exchange:
Vou know, of course, that the House of
Representativcj at Washington ru.ihed the
Agricultural Appropriation bill through on
Saturday Ia.st. without referring it to any
committee. In fact, the Agricultural Com-
mittee of the House has not been yet ap-
pointed, and it is doubtful whether' it will
be appointed at thiij session of Congress ;
therefore, we had no opportunity of appear-
ing before that committee in opposition to
the appropriation for the free distribution
ot seeds by the Government. We have wait-
ed upon Senatoris and requested a hearing
before their Appropriation Committee, but
we are refused, as they have decided to
paas the measure as passed by the last Con-
gress, without considering its detailra; and
unless great pressure can be brought upon
the members ot that committee I am afraid
we will have no chance ot stopping the
present measure.
We have pointed out to both Senators and
Representatives that if this appropriation
is not killed, they will have to change their
occupations ot Senators and Representatives
and become seed distributors, as the appli-
cations to them for tree seeds are increasing
at such a rapid rate that they are being
flooded already with letters requesting
seeds.
I cannot g
ive you any information at
present wri
ing as to our further work
the commit
ee will have to consult \
they will no
V do under the present circ
T. W. WOOD
Chai
rman Seed Trade Committe
Richmond
Va.
The following is a resume ot some in-
teresting correspondence between a Con-
gressman and two of his constituents. We
will add that both these gentlemen know-
whereof they speak, being practical growers
on a large sc-ale. The Congressman ad-
vances as a plea tor the continuation ot
Free Seed Distribution that there would
not have been anything like the demand
tor seeds that hzs existed in recent years
if it had not been for this policy ot the
Government. He concludes his letter thus:
"The world will roll round. Seeds will be
bought and planted, anil seed growers will
flourish, and in the proper time this mat-
ter will be taken up and determined as
seems best in the light ot all the testi-
mony presented for consideration."
One constituent replies that while the
Department of Agriculture has certainly
done much toward the advancement ot the
agricultural and horticultural interests ot
the country, its w-ork hais been as nothing
compared with the work done by the seed
trade, which he claims has built itself up
by the expenditure ot vast sums of money
in the various lines of advertising, and is
not. to say the least, under any obligation
whatever to the Government. "Your ad-
vice to keep cool is very good indeed, and
we will do so. but name me any other line
o£ business that would submit to the treat-
ment now being given to the seed trade
of the United States. I and all the rest
of us know that the world will continue
to roll no matter what happens, but at
the same time is it right and ju5t for Con-
gress to step in and deprive many ot the
fruitful results of years ot hard work and
study? You. and probably other members
of Congress, have realized by now that the
seeds given you this year will not be in any
way sufficient for the demands made upon
you. and as to these seeds going to
worthy people, let me aisk you it
you consider the object of the law being
carried out to the letter when thousands
and thousands of packages of seeds are sent
to persons in moderate circumstances in
small towns and large cities?"
The second constituent of the same Con-
gressman takes up the cudgels and admin-
isters Mr. Congressman another dose of
tacts. He points out that there is nothing
in the suggestion that the Government dis-
tribution of seeds by the present methods
increases the call tor either flower or garden
seeds in the regular channels ot trade.
It has been his experience that it was a
great detriment to the trade, for where a
;3mall supply was received from a Congress-
man, the tendency was to make it suffice
for the season's yield. The habit ot ex-
pecting to get something for nothing, or. at
the cost ot some one else, is one which
grows very rapidly, and it would be difficult
to induce any one who had received .seeds
tree of charge for two or three seasons to
afterward become a regular purchaser ot
especially now that the grade ot
the seed dis
jted
sed
point where they can be actually expected
"to grow." With regard to the distribution
carried on by the Botanic Garden at Wash-
ington correspondent adds:
Through the courtesy ot a Congressman
we received last year a collection ot tree and
hardy flowering seed from the Botanical
Gardens at Washington. These were all ot
uld
ed for distribution in this part ot the United
States. With the exception ot possihly a
few ot the flowering shrubs, any farmer
or gardener could go to the woods and dig
up young specimens, three or tour years
old. which could be planted in his garden
without further trouble or labor; but to
raise these seeds would require a special
seed bed and careful culture tor two or
three years, under conditions which are al-
most impossible to get outside ot a regular
nursery, before the plants would be of the
slightest value tor setting out on the lawn
or in the garden. Nor were there any di-
rections accompanying the papers ot seed
which would throw the slightest light on the
manner in which they should be sown and
cared tor. Such seeds would not germinate
at all if planted in the garden in the ordi-
nary manner during the spring months. As
thi,s is aside from the regular Congressional
distribution, we only mention it as illustrat-
ing the very small value of this method ot
sending out seeds.
eral acres of garden, lately received from
his Congressman 22S package>5 of vegetable
.seeds. There were five varieties in each
package; therefore the sum total was 1,140
packets. He also received fourteen pack-
ages ot flower seeds, flve varieties to a
package, which made seventy packets. BMr-
ther. he received eight quarts of farm
seeds. What do the supporters ot the tree
seed di,stribution think after this exhibit
of proligality to a rich man? The recipient
was well able to pay tor all the seeds he
wanted, and. fortunately for the seed trade,
who yearly seek his orders, his estimate
ot the value of the seed.s received was so
very slight that he immediately ordered
the entire quantity broken up and thrown
into the rubbish heap. The Congressman
who sought by his largess (at the expense
of the people) to ingratiate himself into
the favor ot this gentleman will soon find
out that he has caught a tartar, and that
his act in thiis case iis not going to advance
him politically; rather the reverse. But
does not this one act in the tree seed farce
prove for Itself the entire misdirection and
valuelessness ot the growing humbug?
■RTiat a Southerner Thinks of Free Seed
Distribution.— The original intention of the
law wais correct, and for some yeans I did
receive seeds from the Government for ex-
periment which aimed at the purposes first
set forth, but every one knows that the
distribution has degenerated into nothing
else but pure political pap, and as such it
is debauching politically the farmer and
artiisan of the South. I do not say this
because I wear any particular stripes, but
on the exact merits ot the case, nor hais this
distrihution been anything beneficial to the
food production ot this part ot the South
tor two reasons: First, the seeds have been
distributed at a time useless to the South:
and. second, the quality has too often been
such that it was a fearful lo.s6 to depend
on them. Our correspondent then citc.s a
duced to plant Government seeds and did
so. using hijs best skill, and looking for-
ward with great hopes, but the seeds did
not grow. The loss ot the gardener was
at least $500. The loss to the party
he .
uld
fluence. as he found that his neighbors
who had sown seed had shared the same
fate. He concludes: "No, no! Mr. Smith,
it vou don't know any better in Washing-
ton, we in this South do. We know that
the seed distribution has long ago ceased
to even pretend to be for the good of the
farmer and artiisan. and has become a
barefaced bargain for a vote, to he paid
by a long suffering, but very much ashamed
and disgraced people.
Another correspondent informs us of a
case where a Congressman representing a
district embraced in the limits ot a city,
forwarded a large box of the packages of
seed furnished him by Government to a
retail store in said city, and extended a
general invitation for the neighborhood to
come in and select such seed as they might
desire tor planting. This act. ot coui-se.
entirely destroyed the field of possible sales
not only tor those engaged in the business
in the neighborhood, but also that of the
box trade.
The seed trade must not call the event
ot March 20 a Waterloo, but must keep up
the good fight, and it they do this, using
discretion, they will ultimately win. The
seed trade should unanimously come to-
gether and agree not to bid for future con-
tracts, and it Government must buy. let it
pay at the same rates as anybody not iii the
business would be called upon to pay. It
would be tolly to suggest to refuse to fill
a Government order, but it is quite within
bounds tor the seedsmen to refuse to bid
A correspondent writes from New Jersey
that he has secured the promise from his
Congressman to work in behalf of the
abolition of free seeds: that he had voted
against the same this year, but was with
the minority, which was outvoted by the
Southern and Western members. Our cor-
respondent made a point to his Congress-
man that until Governmental receipts ex-
ceeded Governmental expenditures, free
seed should not be thought of. and that
such distribution was injurious to our busi-
ness, and that it would be far more char-
itable to give free shoes to deserving poor.
A tale of real life — A gentleman travel-
ing under the shadow of Bald Eagle Moun-
tain. N. C. came upon an oasis in the
wilderness— a garden. Leaning over the
fence he accosted the good lady who was
working therein, and said: "What a fine lot
of lettuce you have there. What are you
going to do with them?" The lady replied.
"These are some flower seeds which came
from Washington, and t am waiting for
them to flower, but they don't seem to
want to." The gentleman replied, "Up in
my country we eat these things, and I must
say I have been deprived of green food so
long that I crave your permission to help
mvself to one or two." The lady, hos-
pitable as all Southerners are, told the
gentleman to dismount, put up his horse,
and have tea with them, and she would give
him some. Supper was long in coming, but
finally he was called in to partake ot the
meal, and the hostess produced with evi-
dent pleasure the dish which she had pre-
pared. She had boiled the lettuce with
Views of thu Peope.
Editor Florists' E.Mliauge :
Much has been written lately regarding
the expense to the Government ot the tree
distribution of seeds. • « * I. for one,
am not opposed to a good, liberal appropri-
ation being made in the interest of the
American farmer. We are a farming na-
tion, but "put it where it will do the most
good." Do not spend it tor the distribution
ot common seeds that can be bought at any
country store for a little money, destroying
the legitimate business ot the seedsman, who
from experience knows the wants of the
farmer and gardener in every corner of
each State in the Union better than the
Government poissibly can.
If Secretary Wilson could succeed in get-
ting for the farmers with some ot this
money what are new and rare things to
them and induce them to grow a greater
variety of crops, and not have their eggs
all in one basket— all wheat or all corn— as
is now too largely the case in its section, or
teach them the proper use and value of
nltrogenoL's plants for the enrichment of the
soil, and things on that line ot education
and' lasting benefit to the farmer, that
would be of great service to them and
an injury to no branch ot business; it would
do away with all this talk ot pauperism,
buying votes, etc.
Too many of our American farmers never
learned farming in the true meaning of the
word. What they most need now is edu-
cation in farming. How would it do to
spend some of this money in buying or
leasing some improved thoroughbred male
stock, having them kept under the man-
agement of the Government in central loca-
tions where the farmers could have the
use of them at a cheap rate? That would
enable them to improve their growing live
stock and turn into their pockets a hundred
times more than a few seeds would, and be
ot a lasting benefit to the country as well
as the farmer.
Let the Government help to lay the foun-
dation and prosperity must follow.
WILLIAM MBGGAT.
The renewed effort to prevent the free
distribution of seeds by the Government,
is not only going to work in the right di-
rection by a straightforward appeal to the
members to look carefully into the abuse
(tor such it is), but it is also bringing out
some very important information, as well
as some interesting correspondence. Among
others is a letter from the well-known cura-
tor ot the Botanic Gardens at Washing-
ton, William R. Smith. Esq., who is prob-
ably the leading horticulturist of our coun-
try; undoubtedly so. when we consider his
knowledge ot and love for his study. Mr.
Smith strikes right home when he says:
"How either ot you can accept money tor
doing what you think wrong needs some ex-
planation." This is a point well taken.
the
rade
mg tree distribution as a wrong and
jury to legitimate trade. Yet the
an appropriation Ls made tor the purchase
of seeds for this purpose, all who are in a
position to take a contract rush wildly
after it. which seems a very plain case of
the "partaker being as bad as the thief."
It the principle is wrong, are not all who
participate in it equally guilty? A strong,
unanswerable argument against the prac-
tice is, that the officers ot our government
have no right to tax the whole people for
the benefit of the few. What a strange
anomaly to honor in practice what we de-
test in principle! How oan the seedsman
consistently rush after a contract when he
knows it is an injury :o the trade, and an
injury to himself, if he puts up seed which
will stand the test tor purity and germina-
tion, as is required by the contract they
make, and to look after which the Govern-
ment has a special agent? But does he
look after them? .^nd if so. what is the
penalty inflicted? We would like to ask Mr.
Hicks right here his definition of purity?
Does he accept as pure cabbage anything
that belongs lo the Brassica family: or in
lettuce would every variety ot Lactuca
sativa, it mixed together, be called pure?
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Is it purity of family, of genus, of species
or of variety that this clause is intended to
cover? We ask this question by way of in-
formation.
That the free distribution of seeds Is a
travesty of the original act of Congres,?
which has made the abuse possible and of
great Injury to the trade, cannot be dis-
puted. But what influence can the seeds
man have with his Representative in Con-
gress when he aBks him to vote against the
Appropriation, if he is, at the same time,
pfofltihg by the practice he condemns?
S6 far we agree with our friend, Mr.
Smith, to the letter, but where he upholds
the system, and criticises the acts of Secre-
tary Morton because he was trying his b&5t
to carry out the law as he understood it.
and put a stop to a howling abuse, we must
beg leave to differ from him. At the same
time, we scarcely think inspiration had
much to do with the appointment of Mr.
Wilson; while we do not question it we may
be able to judge better when we see what
he does. Our influence and acts are gov-
erned by our environments; we are apt to
think what we do, either from our own
volition, or in obedience to custom, to be
right. Mr. Smith is at the head of another
branch of the Government's charitable in-
stitutions, viz.. the distribution of plants
to every federal officer from M. C. up.
Each member of Congress, and all others as
high or higher in rank is entitled to a given
number of boxea of plants, each box con-
taining sufficient for an ordinary garden,
which are sent free of transportation to
any part of the United States. Each mem-
ber, too. is entitled to a bouquet of regula-
tion size at regular intervals. This is an-
other case where "vice seen too oft grows
familiar to the face," and the practice of
sending plants to those In power may make
the sending of seeds broadcast over the
country free seem justifiable. Surely if
o-e is, the other is. and truly neither is.
The bill that did not become a law at the
last session was more liberal to the dear
people than ever before, or, at least, the
department that was to do the distributing
was, tor all applicants were to select just
what they wanted instead of the regulation
assortment. It the old plan is good, this is
better. But why stop here? If seed is the
beginning of -wealth, why not complete the
work, and send some one to plant, and to
cultivate the growing crop? Surely if an
M. C. wishes to be solid with his constitu-
ents, this will do it. Then, why not go
further, and in case a man has not the land
furnish that, too, and complete the work
with a generous hand. There i.5 a certain
class of politicians that is exceedingly anx-
ious to have the Government do everything
and own everything, and to do as little
work as possible. These men are called
Socialists, and their ideas are in the line
of evolution, commencing with free seed
distribution.
Turning to the serious side of the ques-
tion there Is a work the Department of Ag-
riculture can and should do— a work in its
line of duty. It is to encourage agricul-
tural industry, and agricultural progress.
The inventor of a new machine
pate
uthor
book is protected tor a given number of
years. But the originator of a new vegeta-
ble, fruit or flower has no protection what-
ever, further than an extra price for the
seed or plant for one or two years.
The original act, which was approved
May 15, 1862. -was "to procure, propagate
and distribute among the people new and
valuable seeds and plants." To that end
when an agriculturist has spent years in
developing a given variety, and has pro-
duced a tomato, potato, pear, peach or plum
better than anything before introduced,
why not reward him as the inventor is re-
warded, by giving him, for a given number
of years, a monopoly of his industry? With
seed productions this would be a difficult
matter, in which case let the Department
pay a liberal price tor the product and dis-
tribute it with discretion. The whole coun-
try would then be benefited, a-d at the
country's expense. As it is, the systematic,
painstaking agriculturalist who had spent
years in the advancement of agriculture,
and has given to the world many valuable
varieties, gets but little, it any, reward,
while an inventor fattens upon the results
of his labor, which has been no greater than
that of the agriculturist.
■What an insignilicant work for a country
like ours to buy seeds at the lowe-3t possi-
ble price (we say nothing of quality) and
distribute them under the seal of the Iip-
partment of Agriculture, as a link In the
chain of American progress. Better, by far
abolish the Department, than have it con-
tinue the work of the past ten years! If
the people want seeds that are worth, or
that cost but one-half cent per paper, the
place to look for them is the department
New York. — Wm. Meggat, Wethers-
fleld, Conn., was a visitor this week.
Sioiix City, la —A local paper reports
that since the Sioux City Nursery and
Seed Company has been In the hands of a
receiver, he has made a proflt of $5,993.33.
The receiver's statement of assets and
liabilities, of February 28, 1897, gives the
face value of the former as $135,705 46, and
estimates the sum which can be realized
on same at 188,830.95.
Bermuda Harrisii Bulbs.— It is re-
ported that growers of bulbs In the Islands
have formed themselves Into two separate
combinations, with the end In view of
maintaining a certain fixed standard of
prices. Thew combines embrace growers
of over 50,000 bulbs, but those who raise
lesser quantities are expected to pool their
products and join one or the other. It is
also said that the crop will be short, owing
to the present Inferior condition of the
plants.
European Notes.
The March exhibition of the Royal Horti-
cultural Society In London is regularly
chosen for the display of the latest de-
velopments In cinerarias, and this year
has been no exception to the rule. A con-
siderable amount of competition was
looked for, but only one grower (J.
Douglas) appeared in opposition to James.
The unanimous verdict respecting James's
exhibit was that It was the finest he has
ever staged, " The colors were greatly
diversified, clear and rich; the individual
blooms were very large and of superb
shape and substance."
For some time past an animated con-
troversy has been going on in Europe re-
spectine the origin of the florist's cineraria.
At the Cambridge Botanic Gardens numer-
ous experiments have been made with
senecios and cinerarias, with a view to a
final settlement of this disputed point.
The following extracts from an article
by Douglas give a fair statement of the
most popular view : " Cineraria omenta Is
most likely one of the parents, and some
other species. C. lanata, or an allied forms
has been crossed with It, Some gardener,
have shown seedlings from C. cruenta,
presumably uncrossed by other pollen,
and these seedlings have been well on
the road to our present garden varieties.
The fact is that C. cruenta had been
crossed in some way by the garden forms,
for I have proved that seedlings from it,
it uncrossed, are In at least two genera-
tions not different from the original
C. cruenta."— Gar. Maa.
In the English gardening books pub-
lish?d about 1790, reference is made to
Cineraria cruenta from the Canaries, as
being " a showy plant, having tew equals,"
and the woolly-leaved African C, lanata,
which blossomed first In England about
1793. Is stated to "tar eclipse all other sorts
cultivated In our gardens." The Florist
for 1849, referring to the above, says:
" Yet these are all purple sorts of the most
starry and open de-scription imaginable.
What would the admirers of such flowers
have said to the beautiful productions of
the present day ?" p. 177. Accompanying
this article is a beautifully executed col-
ored plate of four of the finest varieties
then known, three of them raised by
Kendall and one bv E. G Henderson.
The diameter of the largest bloom is not
quite U inches, and the colors are simply
shades of blue and purole. At page 131 of
the same work, A. Kendall, one of the
foremost cultivators of this plant, thus
formulates " the properties of a good
cineraria : " " In judging the properties of
a cineraria, the size of the flower Is of
secondary consideration, but where every
other property is equally good, a large
flower will always take the lead, and I do
hope yet to see every pip as large as a
half crown, and as round as a full moon.
The petals should slightly cup; a per-
fectly flat flower will pass, but If the
petals refiex it Is a fatal point, and cannot
be overlooked." If Kendall had lived to
see the recent developments of his favorite
flower it would have caused him con-
liderable astonishment. The diameter of
a halt-crown is I 3 16 inches ; many of the
blooms exhibited by James were about 3i
inches at the least, and In some cases this
size was exceeded. The taste In the matter
of florist flowers Is very much changed,
tor while regularity in the size and posi-
tion of the petals is still Insisted upon, the
cupped and flat forms have given place to
tiie more beautiful reflexed flowers that
were at firi-t so much despised. The range
of color has also been extended, bnt while
"a mazirlne blue and a rich pnrple" have
been developed, the yellow and scarlet so
much desired have yet to be produced.
One other very Interesting exhibit at the
meeting before referred to was a beauti-
ful yellow form of the Viola odorata,
named Sulphurea, The flower has all the
attractive qualities of the parent variety.
As regards seeds In general, the sitaa-
tion is practically unchanged since the
last report. The supply of dry weather
appears to be exhausted, and rain, hall,
sleet and snow are sandwiched between a
few outbursts of blazing sunshine and
cold, biting winds.
One curious feature of our Spring trade
Is the very large demand for all varieties
of beans of the Windsor and Long Pod
type. Another is the almost entire abseiice
of orders for onion seed; the quantity
sown this year will be smaller than for the
past twenty. In spite of this, onion bulbs
are declining In value every day.
By the death of Charles Sharpe, of Slea-
tord, a well-known and prominent flgure
is removed from the European seed trade.
His great business abilities and extensive
knowledge of the trade were the means of
acquiring a considerable fortune, and so
continuous were his successes that it was
only when he entered the field of politics
that he sustained defeat. A short time
back the business he founded was turned
Into a limited company, but he retained
his interest in it to the last.
European Seeds.
Boston.
The Spring Sliow,
The annual Spring exhibition of
plants, fiowering bulbs and cut flowers of
the Massachusetts Horticultural Society
occurrpd on Titesday, Wednesday, Thurs-
day and Friday of the past week, and
ranked both in quantity and quality of
exhibits among the best ever held in
Boston. The show opened on Tuesday at
noon with beautiful weather, but the
attendance, so tar as the general public
was concerned, was far from what it ought
to have been, considering the magnitude
and excellence of the exhibition. How-
ever, the exhibitors were out in goodly
numbers, and the competition in many of
the classes far exceeded expectations.
The exhibit of bulbs was especially large,
and where but one or two had competed In
past years, there were this year a larger
number of exhibitors. The carnations
were an exhibition in themselves, nearly
filling one of the largest tables in the lower
hall, and fine specimens were shown by
Wm, Nicholson, F. A. Blake, W. N.
Craig, W. H, Elliott, Peter Fisher, H A,
Cook, J, Tallby & Son, and A. H. Fewkes.
Violets, too. were entered in profusion,
hut Alex. McKay, gardener to Mr, David
Nevins, was on hand with some of his
wonderful products in this specialty and
carried off all the honors as usual.
A fine exhibit of hybrid roses was pre-
sented, but they were perhaps hardly
up to some seen here before. Tender
roses were shown in fully as good shape
as ever, W. H. Elliott, Robert McGorum
and F. R. Pierson carrying off the honors.
The entries for antirrhinums were fewand
the soeclmens not especially good, Joseph
H. White and James Comley made fine
displays of camellias.
The plant show was in many respects
especially fine, Indian azaleas, from Dr.
C. G Weld (Kenneth Finlayson, gdr.), and
The Bussey Institution (Charles Jackson
Dawson, gdr.), have seldom it ever been
excelled here, and other fine specimens of
hard-wooded and greenhouse nlnnts were
shown by the above, and Mr N. T. Kidder
(William Martin, adr.). Mr. E. S. Converse
(D. F. Roy, gdr ), and J. W. Howard. Dr,
Weld showed a flue specimen of Iman-
toptivUum minlatum, with many clusters
of bloom, which attracted much atten-
tion.
The display of cyclamen was superb,
and it was generally conceded had never
been equalled in this country, while the
cinerarias were of a high grade. The
bulb show was very large and first-class in
all respects.
The orchid growers evidently do not like
to rl'k their valuable plants out at this
early season, and this feature, which at-
tracts universal Interest at these exhibi-
tions, was only represented by a !ew
specimens.
Of the prizes for tender roses, F. R.
Plerson Co, was first for Beauty, Meteor,
and Carnot; William H. Elliott and R,
McGorum first and second, respectively,
tor Bridesmaid, Bride, and Gontler.
For vase of 100 cut blooms, not less than
six varieties, Wm. Nicholson took first
prize, also tor 25 blooms crimson, the win-
ning variety being Ferdinand Mangold.
In the latter class F. A. Blake was second
with Meteor. Mr. Nicholson was also first
in dark pink with Scott, and In light pink
with Daybreak, Peter Fisher being second
with same variety. In scarlet Mr. Nichol-
son took first with Hector. Mr. Fisher was
first In whites with Freedom ; H. A. Cook,
second, with Nivea. Mr. Nicholson took
first in yellow with Eldorado.
K. South worth,
made a fine display of Lady Campbell
violets, of which he has made a specialty
this Winter.
NIvea carnation showed up well, in
better shape, in tact, than it has been seen
before at the exhibitions.
W. H. Spooner showed a few specimens
of a new H P. rose, "Spencer," similar to
Baroness Rothschild, and said to be an
improvement on it.
The show dinner was given at the Savoy,
and was a very pleasant affair.
A number of prominent gardeners from
different sections of the State were in
attendance on the opening day.
R & J Farqubar & Co. showed some
handsome panaies.
James Comlet made, as usual, an in-
teresting exhibit of cut flowers. Including
hybrid roses, rhododendrons, wistaria and
several of his Japanese introductions.
W. A. Manda, of South Orange. N, J ,
showed the new improved, golden leaved
salvia, two new hybrid Wicburalana roses
— Manda's Triumph and Rose Rambler—
and a new variegated canna, which was
honorably mentioned.
Jackson Dawson showed a fine speci-
men of Crimson Rambler in full bloom.
John Barr's cyclamen were certainly
wonderful specimens.
Around Toirn.
J. E. KiLLEN, representing C, H. Joos-
ten, of New York, has been about town
tor the past few days,
John R. Fotheringham has been in
town In the interests of the F. R. Pierson
Company.
J. M. Van Zantkn, of M. V. Van Zanten
& Sons, of Lisse, Holland, is in Boston.
W. K. W.
Pittsburg.
The Market.
There has been no Improvement in
trade over that of last week, and not much
Is expected until the week betore the
Ea.ster holidays arrive. Stock of cut
flowers Is very good and quite varied,
there being a little too much bulbous
stock for the demand. Carnations and
roses are still quoted at pretty good figures,
and remain firm, but prices on other stock
are very changeable.
Here and There.
The Elliott greenhouses in Alle-
gheny, an extensive range, have been
rented to AUG. Setrinq, the well-known
German gardener.
Wm. Lauch, of Carrlck, will shortly
join the ranks of benedicts.
Visitors in town during the week were :
W. G. Huscroft, of Steubenvllle, O ; Mrs.
Shepard, representing the Akron Pottery
Co. of Akron, O , and Wm. Hagemann, of
Philadelphia. W. B". Dreer passed through
the city on his way West.
A New Cyclamen Fest.
Cyclamen are raised by most of
our growers and the park conservatories
In both cities. The Phipps conservatories
In Schenley Park generally make a fine
and extensive display of these plants, but
this season they are causing lots of trouble.
As Is well known, cyclamen are subject to
the common pests of the greenhouses, snch
as green fiy, thrip, etc.; but these can be
readily seen and their progress arrested in
good time. This new Insect, doing great
injury to the blooms, does not work on the
surface, but is found inside of the bud at
the base of the calyx, and can be readily
seen under a microscope.
E. C. Rkineman.
GHES IK BDHIIIESil.
Marblehead, Mass.— Mrs. W. H. Stone
and Miss Nellie Brown have opened a
fiorlsts' establishment on Washington st.
ATLANTA, Ga.— J. J. Logue has resumed
the fiorlst business at 113 Whitehall st.
In addition to his retail business, he will
also do a wholesale trade.
Jacksonville, III.— Joseph Helnl, flor-
ist, has removed his retail store to 2'39 West
State St., and has added to bis stock a
complete line of fleld, garden and flower
seeds,
MONTICRLLO, III —Arthur Hart has sold
his interest in the greenhouse bn=ineS8 to
George Foster. The new firm Is Foster &
Chenoweth. Mr Hart re enters the employ
of his father In the lumber business.
Trenton, N. J.— The Mercer Floral
Companv has been Incorporated, capital
stock $25,000, The incorporators are An-
thony R. Kuser, John L. Kuser and Bene-
dict C, Kuser, of Trenton.
290
The F=i-0Rists' Exchange.
Not glazed, 1% iu. thick.
Delivered Prices
Quoted on application. State size
and quantity wanted. No order
too small to receive careful atten-
tion, and none too large for our
facilities.
LOCKLAND LUMBER CO.,
Lockland, Ohio.
HAVE YOUR COLLECTIONS MADE
THROUGH THE
NATION&L FLORISTS' BOtRD OF TRADE,
271 BROADWAY. NEW YORK.
CEDAR OIL INSECTICIDE
VUUnit Ulb Soluble in WRtei
Kills 8cale, Me
Our Americi
equaUy good a
quarta toSOca
il; Bog;, Thrip, Spider, 1
batitute for Fir Tree Oi
uch cheaper. Florists' Kal.
136 West 24tli ;
TOBACCO STEMS ^
Large Bales (300 lbs.).. $1 60 \ ^^1 "Vr^SH
Tobacco Dust. 2c. per lb.
Raffia, the best material for t.ving, does not
injure the plants: it proes farthest and ts
cheapest ; first quality long fibre at lie. a lb.;
$9.00 a 100 lbs.
HR FlIICT A Pn 64&66N. Front St
• U. r Alia I « bill, Philndelpbin, Pn.
BOIIES.
EVERETT B. CLARK & SONS,
Sole Manufacturers of the
GENUINE TROWBRIOGE GRAFTING WAX
IILTORD, CONN.
Now that we have got our mulch on,
and warm weather is with us, we find
watering has te be more carefully looked
By not using so much artificial heat,
syringing almost daily, the beds are
liable to get overwatered In places ; like-
may be deceived by the moist look
of the mulch, for if you dig down a little it
is often found the soil ia drier than it
should be. This is not so injurious as
over-watering, but will cause the flowers
to come small, with a crooked-neck bud.
Examine the beds thoroughly, as careful
watering at all seasons is the high road
to success.
The weather we have been having lately
is very trying, the thermometer some
nights reading from 50 to 55 degrees. If a
house is closed up early it will stand
about right as far as temperature is con-
cerned, but this is just the condition to
cause a soft, watery growth that will
give lots of trouble a little later on.
Black spot, mildew and red spider will
very quickly put in an appearance. A
circulation of air should be maintained at
all times, so it your temperature runs too
high with heat on one pipe around the
houses. It is best to put a crack of air on.
It is surprising the brightening effect this
has on the atmosphere.
I have been into some houses lately
where very small-sized glass was used,
and lots of wood in the roof, causing a
scarcity of strong light, which is so In
portant for us to have if we wish to gro
good flowers. It is next to impossible to
entirely keep mildew out of these houses
on sueh varieties as Hoste, The Bride, etc.
I would advise people running such
houses not to neglect painting the pipes
with sulphur and lime, and if heat enough
is not used after syringing, close down the
houses for a tew minutes in mid day, and
dust on sulphur. The best way to do this
is to use a bellows, going along each
walk and fliling the air with the sulphur ;
it will then settle very finely over the
whole of the foliage.
Clothilde Soupert is a very useful rose
for those who are engaged in the retail
business, and have a call for funeral work
during Summer. The longest shoots,
when disbudded, give very nice flowers
that we flnd sell very well over the counter.
It is an easy and quick grower, but asit is of
use only for Summer work, the sooner the
young plants are planted, the better. I
always plant one or two benches in a car-
nation house, and when the house is need-
ed for carnations again, the plants are dug
out of the bed with as much soli as possi-
ble left on them, and heeled-in in a bench
out-of-doors.
The variety is very hardy, but should
have a little strawy manure banked on
each side of the row, to protect the plant
during Winter. As soon as the frost is
out of the ground they are dug up, all the
soil shaken off, and cut back to two or
three eyes, potted into as small sized pots
as possible and placed in acool, light house,
where they very quicklv make strong
plants for planting out. These old plants
give a much larger number of flowers than
young stock, but the latter gives longer
stems. I may add they are very easily
propagated in a hotbed in July or August,
and make fine flowering plants in 4 inch
Dots, for Spring sales, selling readily at
230. each. When planted out in the houses
they should be treated the same as our
other roses; but where they commence to
flower, the glass should be lightly shaded,
and not quite so much air given, which
will induce a very delicate color. H. H.
Neponset Flower Pots
of Waterproof Paper, are sold
as follows:
ordered shipped by
Per 100 Per 1000
Standard Pot Measore.
Less quantities than full crates at 100 rates.
F, W. BIRD & SONS, Manufacturers.
Address orders to our General Agents,
August Rolker & Sons
New York. P. O. Station E.
ir S. Ii I. FASaUEAE It 00., Boston,. Uass. Ziitm Agent.
STANDARD
FLOWER POTS
In any quantity, and of the best
quality.
Get my price list before ordering
elsewhere.
W. H. ERNEST,
station M, N. E., WASHINGTON, D. C.
OHEH WRrriNG MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANCE
VEBETIIBLE PLHUTS.
LEXXUCE— Big Boston, Grand Rapids, Bos-
ton Market and White Loaf, 16c. per 100;
$1,00 per lUOO.
CABBAGE -Jersey Wakefield, Henderson's
Succession and Early Summer, 15e. per 100;
$1.00 per 1000.
XOMAXO-E.xtra Early Red, Koyal Red,
Stone and Paragon, 15c. per 100; Jl.OO per
lOOU.
EGG PLANTS— New York Improved, 25c.
per 100; $2.00 per 1000.
rEPPER— Bull Nose, Ruby Kinn, Sweet
Mountain and Cayenne, 25c. per 100; $2.00
per 1000.
'WHITE PtllME CECERY, now
ready tor transplanting, 15c. per 100; $1.00
per 1000; $8 50 per 10,000.
We are headquarters for all kinds of Vege-
table Plants. If you want them in large
quantities send for price list.
Casb -wltli orfler.
R. VINCENT JR. & SON, White Marsh, Md.
CABBAGE pla
TOMATO
1,000, ready now.
),C00, ready April 15th.
List of vegetable and
E. C .H4RGADINE, Felton, Delaware.
< THE FLORIST-S EXCHANGE
_ _ Stock of some Grand New Be-
tas, New Abutilons, and a New Dwarf
ible Fuchsia. Correspondence solicited.
Ventura by the Sea, California.
Bceiti4 centi for •acbeoo feet of floor spaas.
Doti not Injar* tht moit tenBltlTfl plants. Endoned
Nikoteen
florliti. Used for fomlgatlon or spraying
i. 800 pounds of tobacco In one pint of
dbr seedsmen. Olrcolar free. BEASCUBA
^QuicklyMDoesg^lt.^
New Hotbed Mat.
The R T. Palmer Co., 113 Worth st..
New York, are introducing a new hotbed
■nat. It is covered with burlaps, filled
vlth wool scraps, and quilted. The stan-
dard sizes are 6s6 feet and 3x6 feet, but it
can be made to any length desired. These
have been found good substitutes for straw
mats ; they are pliable and easy to handle;
are very warm, and have the advantage of
being much cheaper than the former.
TpHE Index to Advertisements
* the "Spring Special," April 3,
will be a list of wide-awake busi
ness men. You should be on that
list.
STANDARD FLOWER POTS.
Our Special
Stsndard Pots,
hand ready for
Vases Garden Vases, Jardinieres Seed Pans and
Glazed Cylinder, with Handles for oul
Himnger Bro«., Man'frs, Fort Edward, K. T. or
r 24th SI., NEW YORK CITY.
dr packed crate
tockof which
11 " ' ■'
Saucers Ji'p
l-ceo'SS-ot.
j^-'hyl'.^.fr.?
STANDARD ♦ POTS.
We are now ready to supply a superior
quality of Pots in unlimited quantities.
Catalogues and price lists furnished on
application.
A. H. HEWS & CO.,
NORTH CAMBRIDGE, - MASS.
WHEN WRITINQ MENTION THE FLO :6T8' EXCHANCt
Staoiiaiii Pots
Good Railroad F
For Shipping
Special
KELLER BROS,
Norristown, - Pa.
on Application.
WRrriNO MENTION THE FLORISTS' CXCHANGC
PAPER Toothpicks.
Paper Bags.
Waxed and Tissue
TWINE. Papers—all sizes.
Ha CnUI 147E. 42dST.,
■ III OUnLl NEW YORK.
UIHCN WRITING MENTION THE FUORIST'8 EXCHANGF
20 inches, two
s, at »1.60 per lOOi $10 per 101
, $1 per 100; $8 per lUOO.
12 to 16 i
Double Pearl Tuberose Bulbs, ^"^ehls* $iVo
per 10(1; $7 per 1000. No. 3—3 to 4 BOod flower-
ing bulbs, 60c. per 100; $3 perlCOO; all packed
to carry safely without extra charge.
CHAS. BLACK, HIghtstown, N. J.
Rooted Cuttings
CASH PRICES.
pot-grown
Perfectly heallhy stock,
itlons, Scotland McQowan.-»l.M per 100
0. per 100; $3.00 per
aniheniuins.-Best standard varieties,
few.- Dwarf Gem. Double Sweet Alyssum,
Glechoinn Vnrieitatn, each tl.dO per lOO.
Cauna, Florence Vaugban.- 13.00 per 100.
E. FRYER, Railroad Ave. and Hill St., Brooklyn, N. Y
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE
VIolela, Campbell.-
1000.
Cl rvanilieniuinf
»1.50p
Stock in Line of Leading Varieties.
COLEUS. fine clean ciitLinas. red yellow and
best fancy. 75c. per 100: »6 00 per 1000.
75o' M^r WO: »6 00
Pansv, Bugnotand
per 1000.
Aeei-atam, Japls blue, finest
Heliolropea, Sage, new
Afferntuiii. white and bli
By mall, add 20c. per 100. Cas
Write for bargains on larger quantities.
0. K. HERR, Rider Avenue. Lancaster, Pa.
WHEN wwiTiNQ wnmew twc ruwars' excHAwat
.per 100; $7.00 per
!ds, OOc. per 100;
dwarf. $150 pern
compecla. Dv
ae, $1.00 per 100.
Apply for quotationB to
ANDRE L. CAUSSE,
I05-107 Hudson St., New York.
WHEHWRt
per 100 per 1000
GERANIUMS, choice named, $ 1 .50 $ 1 2.50
COLEUS, 30 varieties, - .60 5.00
HELIOTROPE, 3 " - - 1.00 8.00
AGERATUM, Dwarr.white and blueJS 6.00
CHRYSANTHEMUMS, 20 finest
standard varieties, - ■ 1.50 12.50
TERMS: Cash with order.
CHAS. E. SMITH,
Cor. JefferBon and .lackson Aves., YORK, PA.
March 27.
The F^lorists' ExcHHNce.
291
VIOLETS.
kl stuck. Clean, 8iul
no disease. M. Loutse runiierp, $4,00 per 1000.
California ruimers, $.i.00 per 10(10. Cash with
order only. $. BATfON, Kalamazoo, Wlch.
From imported
seed of tlie
finest strains.
PII|ISYPLiTS=
' I ^^—^—11 I 100; $5 per idlfO,
20,000 Smilax Piants-''T.''?»"Je?''.oirsY.
per 1000. Orders booked now. Cash with order.
GEO. MUNICH, Batavia, N. Y.
WHEW WRFTINO MEHTIOH THE FVOHirTS' t»CHANCI
Pansies Worth Raising .
1000, f.o.b. express here. Now is the time to
buy if QUICK RETURNS are wanted.
Cash wllh Order.
C. Soltau X Oo. '^'vfn'u'e':' Jersey City. N. J.
titernantheras, Begonias and Geraniums.
liprnnlams, Mt. Snow. 5(lc. a doz ; Paul Bruar
»2..W a 100; H8.00 a 1000; Mme.Sallerol, <0c. a do
tS.OO a 100.
Heliotropes. Florence Ntebtincalo.Snow Wreath
40c a dot. Will Dark liKhl. Cash with order.
No O.O.D. A.J. BALDWIN, Newark, Ohio
GERANIUMS '^l^/i^rl^^^e^H
cliidlne the followinp cholae sorts at $1.75 per 100
Paul Bruint. Belne Nathalie, Mary H. Foote, Johi
WEATHERBY. Chillicoihe, Mo.
G ER ANIUMS
Oolden
Bedder and Verschafleltll Coleus
CattltlKS, Sl.OO pe- Ml, tree by mail.
Cash with Order.
EVERITT & IN8ALL, Hackettstown, N.J.
WHCW WPrriNO MENTION THE FIORISTS- EXCHAWGI
..GERANIUMS..
The very best, varieties, strong plants, from
3.^ inch pot«, ready for 4 inch. $3.50 per 100;
$30.00 per 1000, Heteranthe, Lp Pilotte. White
Swan, S. A. Nutt, Gen, Grant, Rishop Wood.
Ivy Geraniums, double varieties. $3.00 per
100. Selected stock of Marie Loulae, rooted
runners, also California Violets at $8 per 100.
MME. SALLEROI GERANIUMS
25.000 GERINIUMS 25,000
Also bedding and basket plants later.
Colens Rooted CnttliiKS. 75c. per
100: $6.00 per 1000. Cash with order.
G!0. W. GASKILL, WARREN, OHIO.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE
f uclmlaa, 8 varieties^ Heliotrope, 3 varieties.
10 varieties; Ciiphsea, Daisy, l-'pverfew.
Salvin.niceplants, 2V« Inch i.ots. »?00per 100.
CHRYS\NTIiF,ni; .-US-IS standard varieties.
Hi inch pots, »3.00 per 100.
^Lots of other FLORISTS' STOCK at
accordingly low prices. Write for particulars.
Few Genista and Rex Begonia8left,at $1..%
per dozen.
^?-Strictly CASH with order.
EREENE mm FioRU musEnv,
WELL ROOTED CUTTINGS.
100 hy n
a. Ml;
beds, tl.25 per lOOposti
»l 00 per 100 by i
HI Mleirn yin(
A. B. DAVIS & SON, Purcellville, Va.
WHEM WHITINO MtWTlOW THE rU)RI«Ta- IMHAHOt
ROOTED OOLEUS CUTTINGS
sale.
Beauty, .Midn
.QarO"
Tbos. Meel
:o Bedder. Charm. Sport,
Klrecrest. lliawatba, Glorlosa. Royal Mantle Shy-
lock, Firebrand, Rob Roy, Othello, rharmlnu, Rnbt,
Buist, Harry Harold YeHow Boy, (Vhitelaw Held.
Proj^ress. Charles Dickens, Pink Gem, Prouression
Klectno Lluht, The Belle, Speculata. Mars, Yeddo,
WM. H. SEARCH. Ai/ondale. Chester Co., Pa.
LITTLE BEAUTY
FUCHSIA.
The bestsellereverlntroduced. Hasnoequal
as a money maker; begins to bloom profusely
in February. Strong plants from 2>^ in. pots,
$6.00 per 100.
GERANIUMS.
Silver Cloud, McDIahon, Happy Thought,
2Hin. pots, $4,00 per 100.
Mrs. Pollock, from 2'A in. pots, $6.00 per lOO,
La Favorite, the only good wllite, 3J4 iu. pots,
$4.00 per 100.
BEGONIAS.
Rex, C. L. Erdody, 2\4 iu. pots, $7.00 ner 100.
" in variety, 2% in. pots, $3 00 p -r 100.
The goods are all ready to shift into 3 and 4
in. pots. Strictly cash with order.
LINCOLN L NEFF, FLORIST,
BEGONIA
Rubra and Thurstonii
A GnltataandMcBelhii
Paul Bruant and Pres. Carnot,.
, Variegated, 2H i
Moonvlne, wh
Hibiscus, in variety, strong
Sword Kerns 3!^ Ins., $6.00; 4
Lemon Verbena, strong
Hydraniceas, Otaksii, Sapphire, Ra
Hydrangrea Paul
Ctarysanttaemunis, in vaiie
Palm, l.araina Itorbonioa. 2 ii.f.
.linipelopsls Veitctall, str
Pansies, fiom cold frame, tpd., in bud
anil hl(iMm,flne strain
Richardla A Ilia Maculat ., strong
Russellia Juncea, 3^^ ins. stronir :
Wistaria Sinensis, . . . 1 yr. , $3; 3 yrs. !
Roses, M mthlies 2 yrs. good variety •
" Soiipert, Maman Cochet, Gontier
THOS. A. McBETH, Springfield,
Room Wanted !
And must be had at any price.
While, rooted .
aniums, best and latest, 2^-'"- pots, , .:
1000 Double Grant 3-in pots. 30 00
iotrope, 6 varieties, rooted cuttings.. " ""
Mme. Salleroi, rooted cuttinurs..
Rose $2 n
Mt. of Snow, 2-in. pot 2 6
Crimson VerachafTeltH and Golde
t«(l(rper 1100.
COLECS in variety, $4.00 per 1000.
Cash with Order.
J. E. FELTHOUSEN, Schenectady, N. T,
Pansies! Pansies!
Bugnot, Gassier, Odier, and Trimardeau.
Large stocky plants, transplanted last Novem-
n cold frames, ready to bloom, 6oc. per loo;
Whitton & Sons, """'Tiiri.
CiCy and Green Streets, - UTIM, N. Y.
PANSY PLANTS
eruational chc
$1.60 per II 0; $10 per 1000. From seed bed, 60
ots. per 100; $1 per 1000; all grown in cold
J. C. SCHMIDT & CO.,
Wholesale Pansy Growers, Box 24, BBISTOIi, PA
MHin WMTIHO MCWnOW TMl rUmiSTS C«CH«NO'.
PANSIES
Large, strong plants, in bud and
bloom (large floweis), $1.50 per
100, by express. Will exchange
for Coleus or Ferns.
G. E. LAYTON, Patchogue, N. Y.
TMe FLOHISTS' EXCHANGE
TV
and bloom, tiansplanted in Septem-
ber, Plants measure from 2 to 4 inch
diameter. By express, $1.60 per 100;
$13 00 per 1000.
CASH WITH ORDER.
PETER BROWN, - Lancaster, Pa.
TV\
XESSS.
XHE JEPfMIKiGS STRAIN of
Finest American Grown Pansies
are up to date and sure to please. Fine stocky
plants from cold frames in bud and bloom. All
large flowering in great variety of colors.
By express $2.00 per 100 ; $16.00 per 1000.
Seed, $1,00 a package.
Cash with order.
E. B. JENNINGS,
Lock B»
' Southport, Conn.
OROWER OF THE FINEST PANSIES.
In Bloom
The Finest Pansies in the World.
HOEMElfS GIANT PHIZK PANSIES, in
separate colors, or mi.\ed; strong transplanted
plants from cold frame, at
$2.00 per 100, or
SI 5.00 per 1000 by express.
£S"Cash with order.
mx. E. iims,"" ■"N'S'';i',",\i','f;..
VIOLET nTRlWBERIIV PUNTS
Marie Louise and Czar Violets, nice blooming
size, young pUnts. Cold frame stock, never
had disease. $1.50 per 100 1 $14.00 per lUOO.
STBAWHERRY PLANTS, Timbrell, Gandy
Prize, Buliach, Cumberland, Triumph and
Chas. Downing, $3.00 per 1000. Michel's
Earlv, $3 51 per 1000. 500at 1000 rate.
E. McNALLY, - Anchorage, Ky.
H/HEN wnmNO MENTION THE FIOD IST-S EXCMo«i,-.»
VIOLET CLUMPS
MARIE LOUISE. Per 100, $3.00.
ROOTED CUTTINGS
Per 1000 Per 100
GERAN I U MS, Double White, Pink
and Red $15 00 2 00
QERANIUMS,mixed,MmeSalleroi,
. Stev
12 I
MRS. POLLOCK GERANIUM.
REX BEGONIA 3 00
STkOBILANTHES 15 00 2 011
ALTERNANTHERA, VIOLETS.. 5 00 1 00
SWEET ALYSSUM, double 1 OO
SALVIA, scarlet, HELIOTROPE,
CARVATIONS 10 00 12.5
COLEUS, separate varieties T 60 1110
SNOWCREST DAISY, CYPERUS
ALTERNIFOLIUS 2 00
ROSE, Mermei, Bride, Wootton,
Bridesmaid 1 50
TRAILING QUEEN FUCHSIA
and Double White 2 00
VINCA VARIEGATA, $2.60, $4.00, $6.00, per 100
Writefor prices on other rooted cuttln«B. Stock
Terms, Cash or 0, O. D.
GREENE S UNDERHILL, Watsrtown. N. Y.
WMCN WMTINa HCNTION THE rLORISTS* CXCHANGE
THE FARQUHAR-QUEEN OF VIOLETS
HEADQUARTERS STOCK. TRUE AND PERFECTLY HEALTHY,
ch pots. $3,00 per 100. Bo
Cash with order,
C. E. WELD, VIOLET SPECIALIST, ROSLINDALE, MASS.
SUPIOT-THE VIOLET KING
None of my Violet houses n
Princess of liVales (Princ
$1.00 per doz.: $7.00 per 100.
Princess Beatrice, new. $1.00 per do«.; $7.00 perl
Admiral Avellan, new. $1.00 per doz.; $7.00 per 100
Luxonne. 76c. per doz.; $5.00 per 100.
Petite Blue. 7.5c. per doz.: $6.00 per 10
Chambron, etc. Prices on application.
FRANCIS SUPIOT, 57th St. and Lancaster Ave., PHILADELPHIA, PA.
WHEW WIIITI B MIMTIOH TME fURIBTB'
VIOLETS MY SPECIALTY!
On and after March 1st I will be ready to supply,
in any quantity, stock of the following varieties :
PRINCESS de GALLES. ?',;« tr'gTst^'ar ''Lin'rlf:
grant; strong grower and productive 100, $5; lOOO, $45.
LUXOKUXE per 100, $3.00; per 1000. $25.00.
CALIKORTUIA " 1.00; " 8.00.
BIARIE LOUISE " 60; " 4.00.
All from good plants, rooted runners.
Five French Medals; two American Medals; three Diplomas.
First Premium, Grand Central Palace, New York, under
the auspices of New York Florist*' Club.
Send in your orders no-w. Cash with order or
FERD. BOULON, Sea Cliff L I., N.Y.
The Plorists* Excht^nge.
Sweet Peas for Florists.
As a result (probably) of my letter in
your Issue of March 13, regarding sweet
pea tests, I have beeu asked by a number of
florists, my opinion as to the most desir-
able sorts of sweet peas for the florist who
grows cut flowers, and who does not desire
to grow more than is necessary.
For the benefit of these gentlemen and
others who may be interested, I give below
the best twelve varieties for cut flowers
for the florist, based on my knowledge of
the flower and the information gained
from florists who have made a specialty of
the sweet pea.
First we have the white, as they sell
fifty per cent, better than any other. For
first white use Emily Henderson, which
should be planted very early, to be fol-
lowed by Blanche Burpee, which is the
best pure white, as well as the largest and
most floriferous.
The next in order as a seller is the pink
and white, of which Blanche Ferry is at
present the best exponent, although a
better one Is on the way. The seed of this
is cheap, and when true produces a beauti-
ful flower.
Of the self-pinks. Lovely is the finest,
and will create a furore when it becomes
known, being a late novelty. It is large,
bears many fours, and has excellent, long
stems.
For a deep rose, I think for the florist
Ovid will be found superior, as it holds
color to the last and can be held on the
vines longer than any other of its color,
which is a great advantage to the florist in
many cases.
For a red, there is none that can match
Burpee's Brilliant, a new one which has
all the good points yet developed in the
sweet pea, and will not sun-black in hot
weather. A finer color of this shade will
never be produced, and I prophesy that
this will sell alongside the whites when it
becomes known.
Mars is also a good red, but one first-
class red is all the cut flower grower will
care to have.
In the shades of mauve, Burpee's New
Countess, a selection from the Countess of
Radnor, with the reddish cast eliminated,
is far in the lead, and is destined to become
a good seller. It should be bunched alone.
For a dark mauve which sells well, I
can recommend Dorothy Tennant, al-
though It will not sell alongside of the
New Countess, as the delicate beauty of
the latter casts it in the shade, but where
this shade Is desired. It will be found the
best of the dark ones. It is very lasting
on the vine, and keeps well in the vase.
Every florist will want the best variegat-
ed sort, which is Aurora, introduced this
year ; It leads all in Its class, from every
point of view. It is large, expanded, bears
many fours, and is flaked and striped on a
white ground with intense orange-salmon.
It Is the finest of all sweet peas for mass-
ing, as its brilliant color carries it well. It
also goes well with white or dark colors,
and will catch the eye of every flower
lover who likes brilliancy of color.
Of the dark varieties, I think the Bore-
atton will sell best, as it is larger and of
better substance than the Stanley, which
Is so trying to the eye when massed, while
the former masses well.
For delicate effects In the line of decora-
tions, Ramona in pink and Juanlta In
lavender will give the best opportunities,
while Maid of Honor will mass well as a
blue-edged variety, giving a Dslft eflfect.
The above are not the flnest sweet peas-
all of them— but are all good sellers, the
time not having yet arrived when the
florist can sell the latest novelties. I have
been asked my opinion as to the reason
that it is so hard to move stocks of cut
sweet peas in some localities, to which I
reply that the people are becoming edu-
cated to the possibilities of this flower ;
the work of the experts, as shown In the
many sweet pea shows, has demonstrated
what a high-bred sweet pea is, and persons
who have seen these will not purchase the
poorly grown stock which Is generally
shown by the florist. When you put on
the market sweet peas such as the specialist
grows, people will buy them. Yon cannot
sell measly roses, neither can yon sell
many of the poverty-stricken sweet peas
offered to the flower buying public. The
trouble is with the florist, and not with
the public. I know I conld market my
peas to good advantage, having been
offered ten cents a dozen for the crop last
year. Get good seed, give expert culture,
and offer your stock in an attractive man
ner, and you will sell It.
Some statistics as to what a row of sweet
peas will produce of cut flowers may be of
interest. By planting them three inches
apart in the row, and two rows In the
trench, we get eight plants to the foot.
These eight plants when skillfully grown
win produce thirty flne sprays each, on an
average, making 240 cut sprays, averag-
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
Bock's. PlBher & Ekas', HtU's. May's, Smith's
and Spaulding's leading novelties at trade prices.
■ of BenJ.Glroud.Chebeague, Clara
■ of
en WeddinR. Mme. F. Perrin, Modesto. Pinl
Ruth Ellis, "^iolescent. Wm. Simpson, Tanoma, etc,
etc. Sturdy stock, grown cold. Standard commer-
cial varieties in quantity.
CARNATIONS.
Flora Hill, Emma Wocher. Lily Dean, Maud
Dean, Mayor Pineree, Morello, Mrs. Chas. H. Duhme
Mrs. Geo, M . Bradt. Victor and others at trade prices.
10,000 Alaska, sturdy cuttings from soil, ViM
10,000 Win, Sco[t, sturdy, cuttings
»1.50perl00; »10fO
FARQITia
»1.50, -. ,
AR VIOI-ETS, from 2 In. pots, »3.00
$35.00 per 1000. Cash with order.
XHEO. F. BECKERX,
Pittsburg, Pa
ing three flowers to a sprav, or 720 sepa-
rate flowers to the foot ! This is a con-
servative estimate, as many specialists
will run much over it.
Sam. a. Hamilton,
Sweet Pea Expert.
A White Seedling Carnation.— I send
you three flowers of a second year's seed-
ling carnation, a cross between Daybreak
and a pink seedling, which in turn is a
seedling of Sliver Spray, crossed with
Scott. The flowers were grown for the
market, without any special care and
treatment, along with other kinds.
Conn. M. E. KKAns.
[A large well-built flower, full to the
center, with a flrm calyx and strong stem ;
the petals have lots of substance, and are
nicely serrated. It looks a promising car-
nation.—Ed.]
CARNATION AND COLEDS CUTTINGS.
following
, . I and Mc-
Alaska, Rose Queen, Storm
Scott. Portia
King, Peach Blow, Helen _ _
Lizzie Gilbert. Meteor and Daybreak $2.00 per 100.
Delia Fox. Eldorado and Bouton d'Or. $3.00 per 100.
Geraniumii, 2« in. pol. $2 00 p-r 100.
Colens. no mealy bug, Verschafreltll and Golden
Bedder. »1.00 per 100. Cash orsatistactory reference.
CEO. M. EMMANS, Newton, N.J.
WHtH WHmmO mention THg
Healthy Carnation Cuttings.
COOL GROWN.
'100: Lillian Abbe a
Portia. Erli
- ■ ige a__
1 Keller,
: Thomas Cartledge and
ROOTED GlRllilTIOIIOUniNCS.
Scott and Portia,
$1.25 per 100; $10.00 per 1000.
Daybreak,
$1.60 per 100; $12.60 per 1000.
Lizzie McGowan,
$1.00 per 100; $8.00 per 1000.
THE BOOL FLORAL CO., Ithaca, N. Y.
ELDORADO
The finest Yellow Carnation in cultivation.
Rooted cuttings, $2.00 per 100 ; $15.00 per 1000,
LADY CAMPBELL VIOLETS.- Rooted runners
60 cts. par 100 ; $5.00 per 1000.
GIANT DOUBLE ALYSSUM.-$i.oo per 100; $8.o<
Send for Circular.
W. R. SHELMIRE, Avondale, Pa.
SPRING STOCK-SPECIAL.
GeranlnmB, eight Al varieties, single and double,
2Jti.in. pots. «3 per ICU.
Coleus. twelve best varieties, rooted cuttiogB, 125
for %\. by mall, our selection. Golden Bedder,
Verachaffeltil. Firebrand, J. Goode and Fire
Crest, ft! per 1000, by express.
SalviR. Pres. Carnot. Dwarf Scarlet, 2-in pots, fc
Affeintuiii, blue and white, ]>warf, 3-in. pots, f!
per 100. Cash with order.
AI.EX. McBRIDE. Alplana. N. Y.
VERBENAS==
ROOTED CUTTINGSand
PLANTS. Fine stock, low
prices. Express prepaid.
50,000 SMI LAX, per,0«,iper
1000. 'From 2 in. pots, tl.60 per 100, H3,00 per 1000,
Gernniuma, 2 1n pots, $2.50 per 100, »20.00
HydranK
Hydrangea, :iin.,d.
Samples, Cash with I
FRED. BOERNER, Cape Ala
0 per 1000
Send SO)
City, N.J
FAMOUS CARNATION DELIA FOX!
MVERS & SAMXIMAX, WyatLtaooT, Ctaestnut Hill, Pblla.
i MENTION THE fLORISTS- EXCHANGE
BALTIMORE CARNATIONS
A New Pink Carnation. Color of Cn
large, tight, fragrant : stiff stem, good keeper.
Ready January 25. Rooted Cuttings,
,91.50 per doz.; S1O.0O per 100.
CONRAD HESS,
329 Friendship Ave.,
The New Scarlet Carnation
MORELLO
ROOTED CUTTINGS
HOPP&LEMKE,
THE FINEST OF THE FINE.
Received a special cultural certlflcate
for blooms exhibited at Farmers' Club
titute Carnation Show,
Is prize stock, S
100 I S-23.00 per 1000.
Meadow View Greenhouses, FissiPFAti?, » j.
WM. SWAYNE, Kennett Square, Pa.
1 p. O. Box 826.
WHEN WRITIHO MENTION THE ftORISTS' EXCHANGt
fiiPOHS^PICOTEES.
The Finest Collection in Existence.
L.CHINARO,st!%«e, Lyons, France,
who has made a specialty of these two articles
for many years past, and obtained numerous
prize medals, offers seed saved from over 800
superb varieties, at $15.00 per 100 packets.
Special terms for large quantities. Remit
Draft on Paris or Lyons with orders.
CARNATIONS ^vV.-e^^f-^lJsyi. T.lz^V
tlcGowan, Portia, tl.50 per
Bride ofErleacourt. »2.00 per 100; $15.00 per 1000
Uini CTO ^^'^y Campbell, 15.00 per 1000.
JOSEPH RENARD, UnionvNIe, ''ct^^ Pa.
Carnations, Etc.
HIGH GRADE ROOTED CUTTINGS.
Write for priceElist.
H. 'WEBER & SONS,
p. O. Box 67, OAKLAND, Md.
JBHK'S SGBBLET
The only rust proof paying commercial
scarlet Carnation up to date
TRY IT!
Booted Cuttings, $1.50 per dozen ; $10 per 100.
$43 per 1000.
UHrooted Pips, \
JIHH BHOS., Hew Bedforil, Mass.
Carnation Cuttings
strong and well rooted, of the followinij var-
McGowan, Mme. Albertini, Meteor, Peachblow,
Rose Queen, Silver Spray, Wm. Scett, Uncle
PRIMULAS, 2!4 inch, $3.00 per 100.
Send for list and prices ou large lots.
Logan Ave. Greenhouses, - DanviHe, in.
WHEN WBITINO MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGt
Carnations!
(Rooted cuttings now ready.)
Mayor Plngree, Meteor, McGowan, Day-
break. Scott, Portia, and otlier good ones.
Good Hoallhy ^ ^% C P O *<>' Spring
Stock IX W 9 b O Dellvary.
Send for price list.
CUT ROSES and CARNATIONS always In itock.
H. DALE - - Brampton, Ont.
Healthy, Btronj;
$1,50
CBTTINeS.
well rooted, tlie_foIlowinK
inylj
OpI
na Webb, Helen Keller, O:
i, Tho>. Cartledge (Van Leeuwen), Ophelia,
100; 112.00 per 1000. Alaslia, Eldorado, "
ieCooii, Meteor, Storm King
Bridesmaid, J2.00 per 100 ; tl5.00 per 1000. Goldfinch.
Dean Hole, Annie Lonsdale. $i.00 per 100: $25.00 per
1000. Delia Fox. $4.00 per 100. Scott, Portia and
Sweetbrler.tl.25 per 100: flOOO per 1000. McGowan,
$1.00 per 100; $8.00 per 1000. Victor, pink sport from
Ddybreak, originated with Hugh Qraham, $10-00 per
100; $2.00 per doz.
A Liberal Discount on Large Lots ; 250 at 1000 Rates.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS m new and standard
varieties after Mnrch Ist at moderate prices.
Cash with Order.
JOHN HACKETT & CO., 62d near Elmivood Av«. PHILA
THE FLomrra' cxcHaNct
If colors. 3 to 4 inches across, very fragrant.
Everard Hambro. Princess May, The Chiiroh-
ien, Mme. Edward Pyuaert, Pride of Great
ain. The set of 5 each. $4.00. Price in England
hardy. Now
quarterly, per 100, $1.00.
Cact
ALBERT KNAPPER, Frankford, Phila.
Hard Times Are Soing! Good Times Are Coming!
25,000 Sold. 26,000 Standing for Sale.
Healthy stock, well-rooted, no rust.
Eldorado, Storm Kinir. Trilby, Louesa and
Daybreak. $2.00 per 1110; $16.00 per 1000.
Helen Keller, Sweetbrler, William Scott,
Tidal Wave. Lola J. Haettel and Thomas
Carlledne. $1.26 per 100; $10.00 ner 1000.
Golden Ciate. McGowan, Wilder, Portia
and William F. Ureer, $1.00 per 100; $7.50 per
IGOO— from Sand or Soil.
VI0L.ET9-Callfornla,2i^-in. pots, $1.75 per 100;
I'nmpbell and Ltoulae. tlOcts. per 100. by mall.
COLEUS-Goldeu Bedder and Verschaffeltil.
$1 00 per 100. 40 leading varieties, my selection, 70
cts. per 100. by mall.
AbYSSUM-Giant Double, from soil, 75 cts.
per 100. by mall.
In wiihing Carnations sent by mail, add JO cts. per
100. When sent by express, all orders over 6000 pre-
paid. You run no risk. Terms, cash, C. O. D. or
good reference.
E. J. CLOUD, L. B. 32, Avondale, Pa.
■KHEM marriHa memtiom THt n.owi»TB' cxchanm
NEW
Chrysanthemums
''traTe ust' Carnations
has been mailed.
Violets
If it has not been received ^ iv^ivi-o
THE ASKING
will place it on your deslt. KOSeS
NATHAN SMITH I SON, Adrian, Mich.
The F^lorists* Exchange.
293
LOOK HERK.
Carnation Cuttings
From healthy i
William Scolt, L. McGowan, Portia, S1.25 per lOO;
$10 per 1000.
Daybreak. Anna Webb. Mrs. Fisher. Alaska. Albertlnl,
Tidal Wave, Storm King, Bouton d'Or. Bridesmaid,
Emily Pierson. $1.BII per 100; $13.60 per 1000.
Delia Fox, Ivory, Gold Finch, $4 per 100.
Fellovr'8 New Red. Flower twice the size of
Portia, Slime color and fine shape, $3.00 per 100.
Order of 60J cuttings filled at 1000 rates, not
less than 100 of a kind. Cash with order.
JAMES E. BEACH,
Successor to J. H. Beach & Son,
617 Park Ave., Bridgeport, Conn.
It the best tlowers, and we can
sell you the best varieties to produce them.
Per 100 Per 1000
Morello, new scarlet, extra fine $10 00 $76.00
Flora Hill, white, large and free 12.00 100.00
Mrs. McBurney, li«tht pink, large.... 12.00 lOO.OO
Harrison's White. Sport from Scott.. 10 00
Mayor Pingree, yellow, large, free... 10.00 7.5.00
Mrs. Duhme, clear pink, tree, early. 10.00 75.00
Mrs. Bradt, white, marked scarlet.. 10.00 75.00
C. A, Dana, shell pink, line 12.00
Lily Dean, white, marked pink 10.00 76 00
Maud Dean, while, hlush center 10.00 75.00
Ivory, very productive, white 3.00 25.00
Delia Fox, beautiful pink 400 3B.l.n
Jubilee, large, scarlet 6 00 60.00
Also large stock of standard varieties. Send
for complete list.
GEO. HANCOCK i SON, Grand Haven, Mich.
NEW
SCARLET
CARNATION
(IIII.I.)
We have grown Robin Hood two winters: it
gave us 44 blooms to the plant; it is the moat
rapid growing Carnation to date; full crop at
Xmas, 3 inch blooms; the coming light Scarlet
Carnation. Try a few plants. It does well for
us, why not for you. We have 20OO strong
healthy cuttings leftat 9^.00 per lOo only,
(prepaid). Cash with order.
MORRIS FLORAL CO.
Morris, Illinois,
t'V%%V»«%\'VVW»«%««
pERR'S GHPHTIONS.
YOU RUN NO RISK.
If the Cuttings are not satisfactory, you re-
turn them at my expense. Unlimited quanti-
ties at reasonable prices.
Varieties. — McGowan, Alaska, Ivory,
Harrison's White, Scott, Daybreak, Abundance,
Triumph, Bridesmaid Delia Fox, Victor, Emma
Wocher Portia, Fred Dorner, Cartledge, Wave,
lago. Crimson Sport, Buttercup, Eldorado,
Keller and Armazlndy.
Pansies. Smilax. Violets.
ALBERT M.HERR, LB. 496, Lancaster, Pa.
WHCn WIUTINO MCNTWN THE PU>RtST8- CXCHXNOC
SEEDLING CARNATIONS for 1897.
CAPT. KfNG.
ed White and Pink an early and contlououB bloomer, very fraRrant and a good
items extra lonn and stiff, an eiceedlnnly attractive and profitable variety
inSCDU lECCCDCnU Deep pink, very laree and showy tlowers. on long, stiff stems.
JUStrll JtrrClldUlli color resembling Thos. Cartledge. much larger flower
Send For Wholesilo List of Hew and Stindard OipnitloiiB. Stoci Btiong wd Hiilthy. MO RUST.
C. J. PENNOCK, The Pines, KENNETT SQUARE, PA.
ROOTED CUTTINGS, FLAT GROWN.
L McGowan, Eldorado, Wm. Scott, Portii
Daybreak, Silver Spray, Alaska, J.J. Harrisoi
Tidal Wave, Meteor, Rose Queen, $1.60 per 10(
$12.00 per 1000.
MARIE LOVISE.
10.000 Violets, Hat grown, $1.60 per 101
$12 00 per 1000. Cash with order.
HENRY A. NIEMEYER, Erie, Pe
CmyiEBERT
J|TT5BUI^GH,PA
Gf^WSi;SELLS
C^R^[ATlofl);:^.
THE CARNATION NOVELTIES,
MAYOR PINGREE >Ho MORELLO
other new sorts, also noted introtluctions, and well-known standards.
Our Fiae New Illustrated Catalogue Now Ready. FREE.
DAN'L B. LONG,
Jobbing Florist and Growers' Agent, BUFFALO N. Y.
Harrison's
m White,
NEW CARNATI
tX FROM WM.
t,000 SOLD ur.io-.
ading Carnatlonisti
Strong, vigorous grower.
COME AND SEE IT.
Price: $10 00 per 100,
to 00 per BOO, $70.00 per 1000
JOHN HARRISON,
739 Bergen Ive., A^r:.?JS:;:ll,.
JERSEY CITY, N. J.
Take Bayonne or Greenville
Car Iroin Pennajlvanin R. K .
Ferry i get ofl alfBldwell Ave,
Every Tom, Dick anOaini
tions; consequ
aethin^ else ; for J
YELIOW aofl^
VflRIEBIITED VliniEnEli,
They are Money Makers.
Kitty Clover, ( From Soil.
Eulalie. ) $3.00 per 100; $26.00 per 1000.
Princess Bonnie, rooted cuttings $5.00per
100; $40.00 per 1000. From soil, $6.00 per 100;
$60.00 per 1000.
GRALLERT & CO.
COLIVIA, SAN MATEO CO., CAL.
NO RUST.
WHCtf WRrriNQ MtNTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANSE
^ .NEW YELLOW CARNATION. ^
MAYOR PINGREE
BESTCHER BROS., Canal Dover, 0.
Mr. FRED. BREITMEYER,
MT. CLEMENS, MICH.
Dear Sir : — Regarding the Mayor
Pingree Carnation, I have traveled ex-
tensively the fevsr years past and have
viewed nearly all the new varieties intro-
duced in their original habitat, but none
have pleased me so well as M. P. as to
growth freedom of bloom; in fact nearly
every essential factor that goes towards
making the perfect carnation. I have
crossed it with many other kinds and for
crossing it seems admirable. We have
some seedlings that doubtless will
give us something very fine, if vigorous
growth is any criterion upon which we
may pin our hopes, etc.
Any one who does not secure some
plants of it will make a mistake, doubly
so to those who are in the fascinating
part of plant breeding. Thanking you
for the plants you sent, etc.
CHAS. BETSCHER.
P. S —As a pot-plant 1 know of nothing
that has the stamina of Pingree.
Ready Now. $1.50 Per Doz.; $10 Per 100; $75 Per 1000,
THE CORNELL UNIVERSITY,
College of Agriculture,
L. H. BAILEY, Prof, of Horllculture.
ITHACA, N. Y.
Mr. FRED. BREITMEYER,
DETROIT, MICH.
My Dear Sir: — I am greatly obliged
for the photograph of the Carnations,
which is very good. We are growing a
picked lot of Carnations this year and
we have a pretty good show considering
that this is one of the dullest climates in
the North. Of all the varieties which
we have, the Pingree has attracted the
most attention. It is the best yellow
which we have ever grown, and if it
holds up everywhere as it has with us, it
seems to me that it is a coming variety.
The flowers are good shape, long keep-
ers ; the plant is exceedingly strong,
and the stems are long enough and
strong enough to satisfy John Thorpe's
idea of a typical flower.
Yours very truly,
L. H. BAILEY,
-FOR SALE BY-
JOHN BREITMEfER l SONS, THE GOTTIGE GIRDENS,
Miami and Gratiot Aves., DETROIT, MICH, QUEENS, L, I.
WHEN WMTINa MtHTtON THC rtOmSTT CXCHANOI
Fim mm
Rooted cuttings of the new Seedling
Carnation, originated by Mr. H. A.
Cook, of Shrewsbury, Mass., grown
by the subscriber, and now being
put upon the market as ... .
...NIVEA...
Cattiog;fl now ready and free from rust.
SIO.OO per 100; «3S.00 per 600;
SGO.OO per 1000.
DATBREAK, SCOTT, STORM KING,
PURITAN, METEOR, GOLDFINCH,
HECTOR, ALBERTINI, and others,
11.2.5 per 100; $10.00 per 1000.
A. W.HOYLE, Spencer, Mass.
CARNATIONS
All the leading new varieties; good
clean, well rooted stock.
100 1000
Mrs. Chas. H. Duhme, delicate
pink $10 $75
Mrs. Geo M. Bradt, white,
striped scarlet 10 75
C. A. Dana, shell pink 10 75
Flora Hill, white 12 100
Mr.s. McBnrney, salmon pink. . . 13 100
Mayor Pingree, yellow 10 75
Morello, scarlet 10 75
Maud Dean, blush 10 75
Lily Dean, white, striped pink. . 10 75
Harrison's White, white 10 70
If not already received send for our price
list, which contains all the leading standard
varieties at moderate prices.
F. DORNER S SONS CO., La Fayette, Ind.
ROOTED CUTTINGS.
CARNATIONS.
Mrs. Chas. Duhme (Dorner '92).
Mrs. Geo. M. Bradt (Dorner '93).
*1 .50 per doz. ; $10 per 100; $75 per 1000.
Lily Dean (May), Maud Dean (May),
$3.00 per doE. ; |10 per 100; $75 per 1000.
Per 100 Per 1000
Wm. Scott 1. 00 7.50
Lizzie McGowan .... 1.00 8.00
Daybreak & Storm King 1.50 12.50
Portia & T. Wave . . . i.io 10,00
Mrs. Fisher 1.25 11.00
Meteor All sold.
Eldorado 2.00
Alaska & Anna Webb . 1.50 12.50
Thos. Cartledge .... 1.50 12.50
KDW. J. TAYIiOR,
tebmb: Wholesale Carnation Grower.
Cash or Roferenco. SOUTHroRT, CONN.
WHCN WRITING MENTION THC PLORtSTS' CXCHANGC
294
The Plorisxs' Exchange.
Buffalo.
market NeTri,
Last week a miscellaneous call for
flowers and plants by shoppers and buyers
augmented business to a favorable extent,
and helped to clean up all desirable stock
that was in supply the last days of th^
week. This week several store openings
have also helped somewhat, J. H. Rebstock
having a good decoration in a cloak store
on Monday and Tuesday, while some of
the cycle stores are still in for display.
Flowers continue fairly plentiful for all
ordinary demands, occasionally showing a
surplus in kinds. Prices have a low
tendency. Enough open light weather
has prevailed to materially improve plant
growing conditions, and the prospects are
that a nice supply will be ready and in
good variety for Enster.
J. G. Pickelmann, of French St., shows
his usually nice lot of L. longlBorum of
low growth, fine character, apparently
bndded just right. Keitsch & Son have
almost a house full of cinerarias of good
growth as regards flowers and foliage.
The craft locally sympathize with S. A.
Anderson in the unexpected death of his
sister Lillian, a most estimable young
lady of 23 years, who, in having served in
the position of bookkeeper in her brother's
store for a number of years, was well
known, and whose presence will be sadly
missed. The funeral occurred on Sunday
last.
Philip Bbbitmeteb, of Detroit, Mich.,
paid us a pleasant visit on Friday of last
week.
Aonnal Club Heetin? and Election.
As given out, this was held on
Friday, March 12, at the Rienzi, at 358 Main
St. A lack in numbers was probably made
up by the active interest of those present.
Early in the afternoon D. B. Long had
arranged in Parlor A a second display
this season of the new varieties of carna-
tions, which attracted a full share of at-
tention.
The exhibits included: From L. A.
Gulllaume, Syracuse, N. Y., a new seed-
ling red of flne character for commercial
uses, also two crimsons, rather weak in
stem, but full flowered.
From R. Witterstaetter, Sedamsville,
O., Emma Wocher, in as good shape as
usual, and his new white Evelina which
lookea nice.
H. Tong, of Erie, Pa., sent a new seed-
ling called Lizzie Tong, of the Helen
Keller type. Though not quite so large,
It looked favorable for productiveness. A
good stem.
John Burton's white seedling was in
very attractive form.
E. G. Hill & Co., Richmond, Ind.,
showed Mrs. McBurney, Triumph, Flora
Hill and Jubilee. The latter, no doubt,
attracted foremost attention during the
display.
Breitmeyer & Sons, Detroit, Mich., sent
a fine bunch of Mnyor Pingree.
Hopp & Lemke, Grand Rapids, Mich.,
their new red Morello.
T. A. Webb, of Corfu, N. Y., showed a
red seedling that held its head up well,
which he has had on his premises several
years, but is not yet stocked up with.
John Dunlop, of Toronto, showed the
new carnation Ontario, which gives ap
pearance of free flowering qualities, but
rather slender stem. He snowed three
pink seedlings, similar to Daybreak in
shade, also an unusually large one a shade
deeper than Tidal Wave. His new rose,
White Bougere, attracted considerable
attention, and looks very similar to the old
Cornelia Cook, though not quite so large,
while a vase of Bride, Bridesmaid and
Mermet, showed the continued good qual-
ity and size of the flowers grown across
the border.
John N. May, Summit, N. J., sent Lily
Dean and Maud Dean carnations. They
looked well, but the latter apparently suf-
fered en route, as it went to sleep quickly.
Mr. May also contributed a vase of Car-
not roses, which surely showed that to be
a flower of the flnest character.
F. Dorner & Sons Co., Lafayette, Ind.,
sent in carnations Mrs. Chas. H. Duhme
and Mrs. Geo. M. Bradt, the latter, especi-
ally, being fine in every respect.
At the Club meeting in the evening
the lack of interest and attendance at
meetings during the past year was taken
up as a leading topic of discussion, result-
ing in a motion being carried for an ad-
journment subject te the call of the presi-
dent, which means that. In effect, a general
recess of regular meetings will be taken.
After the meeting proper, the Club ad
journed to the banquet rooms, where jus-
tice was done to a well arranged menu
furnished by Ashley & Garvin. President
Anderson, In the position of toastmaster,
called upon and received interesting re-
sponses from the following : The topic of
Grower, Wholesale and Retailer, received
due attention from Chas. H. Keitsch ;
Novelties, Dan'l B. Long. Violets, from
the Growers' Stand point,were duly dilated
upon by R. H. C. Bard, of Syracuse, and
unquestionably the Western New York
growers now know all about it. J. H.
Dunlop, of Toronto, favored us with a
friendly response to "Neighborly Raia-
tions." W. A. Adams was, as usual,
called upon for a toast to the ladies. Need-
less to say he did the subject graceful
j astice. Wm. Legg responded to the Silent
City. H. J. Wise gave a nice dissertation
on the Divine Flower. Florists' Sports
was taken care of by Philip Scott, and the
position of the Commission Man was duly
defended by W. P. Kasting.
Interspersed between the speeches the
Club was pleasingly entertained by some
musical talent, which included vocal solos
by Messrs. Nunan and Wasmet, and string
music by a quartette of various instru-
ments.
The out-of-town visitors included Thos.
Mansfield and P. B. Lewis, of Lockport,
N. Y.; H. J. Wise, East Aurora; John H.
Dunlop, Toronto, Ont.; R. H. C. Bard,
Syracuse, N. Y.
J. F. CowELL recently returned from an
extended trip East, having visited New
York, Philadelphia, and Boston.
Recent visitors were Samuel Keller, of
Reed & Keller, New York; J. P. Ohmstede,
representing K. J. Knyk, of Holland.
ViDl.
Baltimore.
The Market.
Lent has not brought the gluts of
flowers of past years. Good stock is sell-
ing well. Violets are nearly done with ;
some growers are trying to keep the flowers
on the plants for Etster, boards and white-
wash being used to shade the glass ; but If
this warm spell continues, I am afraid
there will be very few violets about on
Easter day.
A large attendance was present at
last Club meeting. We had a grand dis-
play, but our outside brethreu did not ship
much stock. J. Breitmeyer & Sons, of
Detroit, Mich , sent Mayor Piogree, which
showed excellent culture. They were
greatly admired, and it was a pity the
quality was somewhat impaired by their
three days' journey. The stem of this
variety Is something remarkable.
Burton's white seedling is very fine,
stem extra, flowers not over large. The
vase that Mr. Burton sent was very much
admired.
Baltimore, Mr. Hess's new seedling, a
good solid pink, was fine, but It lacks in
stem. However, I am sure this is on ac-
count of culture, and in the hands of our
expert growers, it would no doubt prove
very satisfactory.
H. Weber & Sons shipped some very
fine standard varieties. P. Erdman and
Woodlall Bros, also were present with
extra good stock. Emily Pierson, shown
by Mr. Erdman, was good ; he recommends
it very highly for its fine blooming quality.
Albertlni, staged by Woodfall Bros., was
immense. This firm had also a vase of
difff rent seedlings, which showed up well.
This was also the case with Fisher &
Ekas. Lehr Bros, and Mr. Kipp ex-
hibited some good flowers.
A grand exhibit was that of John Cook's
new rose, Mrs. Robert Garrett. This is
really a beautiful production, a very
pleasing shade of pink, nearly the color of
Souvr. d'un Ami, large, with very thorny
wood. It should be a very prolific bloom-
er. This variety received a certificate of
merit from the local Novelty committee.
Mr. Cook's white sport of Maman Cochet
was not shown at its best. No doubt this
will make a good bedding variety.
The violets exhibited by Mr. Richmond
and Lehr Brothers were very fine.
Mr. Binder's seedling geranium. Ruby
King, is a good thing, similar to General
Grant In color, but of a very stocky growth.
It received the local committee's certifi-
cate of merit.
The best treat we have had this season
was the paper on "The Past and Future
of the Carnation." by Mr. Weber, Jr. of
Oakland, Md. Upon being asked in re-
gard to the strength of stem, he was un-
der the impression that plenty of ventila-
tion will produce a good, strong stem. He
also spoke of the application of .salt water
as being beneficial.
John Donn told of carnation plants
growing 6 feet high in some of the islands
in the English Channel ; he attributed
their luxuriant growth to the fact that
the air was continually saturated with
salt from the ocean.
A vote of thanks was tendered Mr.
Weber for his able paper.
Mr. Von der Horst spoke on bulb-grow-
iog In Holland. He said, after careful ex-
amination, he had found no place in this
country where bulbs could be grown suc-
cessfully. In view of this fact, he con-
sidered it inadvisable to place a tariff on
Dutch bulbs.
G. J. BENEDICT,
'^^ ...FLORIST... ^*^
Palms and Ferns of Extra Quality Always on Hand.
Mr. H. A. Stoothoff.
Dear Sir; —
I am glad I can indorse Tobac-Oil. What I
say. is absolute fact, not fancy. My houses con-
tain ferns and common bedding stock, callas,
palms in fine variety, orchids in bud bloom, etc. ,
etc. To brother florists desirous of a safe
article for destruction of Aphis I say; Use Tobac
Oi 1. I find it safe and clean, doing the work
thoroughly. I have used it where tender ferns
and delicate flowered orchids were in bloom and
they showed no ill effects. It can be vaporized,
and hardly any odor is noted when house is filled
with' vapor,. which permeates the air in a very few
moments; customers could come in any time during
the vaporizing process and I do not, think they
could notice any objectionable odor. The work
done by it is truly magical. I am glad to re-
commend it. I apply it by placing the required
quantity of Tobac-Oil (diluted) in an iron stone
kettle, removing the griddle from my coil heating
boiler and inserting the kettle; soon the Tobac-
Oil is to a boiling pitch and the vaporizing
done. Respectfully yours,
^cuUui^'
One of our well-known florists
lately received a commnnication from
Hamburg, appointing him a judge at the
coming exhibition. He, being Ignorant of
the language, threw the document into
the basket, with the remark, " Another
one of those Dutch catalogues."
" Where ignorance is bliss," etc.
Bulbous stock will be difficult to keep
back for Easter this year.
Edwin A. Seidewitz.
Cincinnati, 0.
Market New..
Business during the past week was
extremely slow. Carnations were the only
flowers that sold. We predict that the
demand at Easter will be good, as usnal,
but the question is, will we have the
flowers? Appearances indicate that they
will be scarce, but It is yet a little early to
say much about the matter. The market
Saturday was only fair, prices ruling very
low. Violets by the thousand were for
sale at 5c. and 10c. per bunch of 10 or 15.
Death of J. S. Cook.
Joseph S. Cook, one of the pioneer
florists of Hamilton Co., died at his late
residence on Walnut Hills, Thursday,
March 18. He was originally a cistern
builder, and was a native of New Hamp-
shire. He arrived in this city in the Spring
of 1810. In 1848 he engaged in the florist
and nursery business in a small way. He
was very successful and built up a consid-
erable establishment. Mr. Cook was
eighty two years old, and leaves a widow
and flve children.
Bere and There.
August Hoffmeister, a few weeks
ago, broke his thumb, and Saturday last
he stepped on a rusty iron rod, the sharp
end of which passed through his shoe and
into his foot.
Miss Carrie Hoffmeister is just recov-
ering from a severe sick spell.
R. H. Warder, who was severely
bruised in a recent railway accident, is
able to be at his office.
Martin Renkauf, of H. Bayersdorfer
& Co., Philadelphia, was a caller. He
reports business good.
A letter from J. R SHAVER, of Charles-
ton, W. Va., says: "My damage from the
recent high water will amount to about
$300, mostly in cuttings, and to my boiler."
Nearly all the boys in this city who
suffered from the recent floods are getting
their stock together again for a fresh
start. E, G. Gillett.
Those who were at the carnation meet-
ing and visited the place of A. Sunder-
bruch's Sons, at Clifton, saw a splendid
lot of carnation Daybreak, which, for
growth and color, rival the flnest. The
shade is deeper than is usually seen, and
plants very healthy, caused no doubt by
the quantity of lime mixed with soil, and
careful watering. Overhead syringing is
done on very bright days.
The vagaries of Lilium Harrisii are il-
lustrated by a batch of flve hundred
plants, ranging from 5 to 6 feet In height,
and carrying from eleven to thirteen buds
on 7x9 bulbs— very healthy stock. At an
early stage disease developed, as with
scarcely an exception it has done in other
stocks, but instead of nursing and carry-
ing the i-ick plants, they were thrown out
early, and the balance seems to have bene-
fited by their absence. Roses are looking
very healthy, considering the smoky sur-
roundings. This place, as with other large
establishments in the vicinity, stands high
upon a hillside.
J A. Petersen entertained a number of
visitors who ran out to see his now famous
carnation, Outcast. Mr. Petersen has
been notifltd of the intention of his fellow-
countryman. Dr. Nansen, the celebrated
explorer, to visit him at an early date,
possibly about Enster. The occasion will
be a gala one and mutually delightful.
Mrs. H. L. Sunderbruch will, by the
terms of agreement, give up the Mc-
Faddeu place on April 15 next. It is re-
ported Mr. McFadden, Jr., will run It on
lines similar to those on which it has been
conducted of late. The commission house
will be run separately by the same parties
who were associated with the late H. L.
Sunderbruch.
W. C. Nolan is making preparations for
a big spring business. W. M.
Akron, 0.
W. A. HELFKRis the latest addition to
the craft here. He erected, last summer,
about 10,000 feet of glass, and has met
with such success this season as to encour-
age enlargement of the plant during the
ensuing Summer. The handsome Hoff-
man wagon exhibited at Cleveland was
pirchased by Mr. Heifer, and has been
put to good use by him.
Salmon & Son report a good season.
W. M.
Thb F=i-orists' Exchange.
CHEAP PALMS!
AGEBATUM, blue, 2^ in. pota
ACUYltANTHES in three varielies, 2H i
BEGONIA, KOOd assortment, 2^^ in. pol8
OANNAS, dry i
Alph
" Charles I
CHRYSANTHEMUM FRUTBSCENS HAX-LERII AUREA, new yellow Paris Daisy,
alty. $7.6U per 1000. 86.C
Favorite, Celestial and Ge
ECHEVERIA secunda glaui
DAISIES, Hardy English from cold frames
FORGET-ME-NOT, flue plants from cold frames
FUCHSIAS, grand assortment, 2}i in.
10,000 GERANIUMS, Bruant, L& 1
$36 00 per 1000
6000 GERANIUMS, best new and old varieties, $30.0
1000 •■ IVT, good rai.xture
HELIOTROPE, 4 In. pots, very strong:
600 MUSA ENSETE, fine plants from 6, 6 and 10 in. p<
PRIMULA OBCONIOA, 3 in. pots, fine plants
SWAINSONA g-alegifolia alba, 2^ in. pots
ROOTED CUTTINGS. Letnsprlceyc
Xrade List Free on Application.
CASH with order I
•P.O. B.,N. Y. City
SEAWANHAK& GREENHOUSES, Oyster Bay, Queens Co., N. Y.
JA8. O. OI.ABK, Snpt.
P. O. BOX 34
WM. L. SWAN, Proprlatar
CANNA AUSTRIA
♦:>=: GREEN PLANTS READY NOW : <\>
S20.00 per 100.
CHAS. H. ALLEN, Floral Park, N. Y.
WHEN WRrrlNO MENTION THE rtORISTS' EXCHANGt
BETSCHER BROS. OFFER
Very Fine Geraniiiuis
BETSCHER BROS., Cana
FINE PLANTS.
ijueritea (Paris Daisy),
CANNAS and CROTONS
Porimmediatedelivery we offer 1000 CANNAS
la divided roots, lor $20.00, or 600 for $10.00.
This olTer refers to above quantities only, and
In such proportion as supply 'will allow.
Selection of varieties to be left to us.
Alba Rosea. Bouvier, Chas. Henderson, Capt.
de Suzzoni. Exp. Cramphel, Egaudale, Elie-
manni, Enfantdu Hhone, F. Neuvesel, Florence
Vaughan, Geoffrey St. Hilaire, Gulden Star,
Jacob Schultz, Jacquemet-Bonuefond, Maurice
Mussy, Maurice Kivoire, Mme. Crozy, P. J.
Berckmans, Paul Bruant, Paul Marquant,
Nellie Bowdeii, Ptincesse Lusigiion, Priiicesae
de Broncovaii, Queen Charlotte, Sarah Hill.
We offer 100 Crolona, in IO10I6 varielies, 6 to 8
P. J. BERCKMANS, S;^^^ lugusta, Ga.
STRAWBERRY PLANTS.
, Splendid, Kentuclty, Meek's Early, Middle-
Held, Van Deraan, Beecher, Greenville, Dayton,
Beverly, Lady Thompson, Tennessee ProliBc.
Tubbs, Enhani ■■ . - ■ - ■
Chief-BOcts.
Marshall, Parker Earle, iMarv, Belle, Elenor—
76 ot», per lOOj S13.00 per 1000.
Crescent, Beder Wood, Wartleld-50 cts. per
100; «1 50 per 1000.
Michel's Early— 50 cts. per 100; ll|ll.a5 per
1000; W.'S.SO pernOOO; «10.00 per lO.OOU.
Special Prices Given on Large iiritera.
No. 1 CUTHBERT RASPBERRY 75
ots. per lOU; tf5.00 per luUO.
Golden Queen-81.00 per 100; «7.00 per
1000. For other Fruit Trees, Small Fruit
Plants, &c., send tor Price List.
CHAS. BLACK, Hightstown, N. J.
Galax Leaves.
CHAS. H. RICKSECKER, Linville, N. C.
FERNS SPECIAL OFFER.
JOHN WELSH YOUNG, aermantown, Pa.
ORCHIDS FOR GUTTING.
The Largest and Finest Slock in the World.
( St. tibans, England
■ I Bruges, Belgium.
cut, A. UIMMOCK, care of Weeber & Don
Seedsmen, lU Chambers St., N. Y. City.
1 THE FLORIST'S EXCHANGE
Ferns for Easter.
ASSORTED, 2\, CENTS.
2)4 inch pots. $2.50 per 100, Cash.
EDWIN A. SEIDEWITZ,
Coryptaa AualralU
m 6-6 2-3 .06 6.00
W. J. HESSER, ,JrTU Plattsmoutli,
WHEN WBrriNO MENTION 1
NEPBROLEPIS EXALTATA
....BOSTONIENSIS....
THE BOSTON DROOPING FERN.
Elegant Specir
$12. »18. t!i._ 130
HOandll'perlOO, Kendj n.
.Junetu AUBUst delivery. 50
HEATH PLANTS.
at *2 ifnd'Vs'per doz. Now rusdy. Very line plants!
Always sell well.
ROOTED CUTTINGS. DAYBREAK CARNATIONS.
L. H. FOSTER,
AS KINO ST. DOROHESTER. MASS.
♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦
I JULIUS ROEHRS, I
^ Headquarters for X
^ ♦
and I
I PalfflS-
: Decorative Plants,
RUTHERFORD, N. J.
P.O. Address, - Carlton Hi
FINE STOCK of PALMS
Each Doz.
ARECA LUTESENS, 4ln. pots $0 25 $3 75
LATANIA BORBONICA, 4in. pots'.!!!!! 20 2 00
" " strong, 6 In. pots,
7to8lenves 1 00
KENTIA FORSTERIANA, tin. pots.... 30 3 00
6 '• .... 65
BELM0REANA,4 " .... 40 4 00
5 " .... 76
FICUS ELASTICA, good stock, from 15c. to $1 ea.
FERNS, well grown, assorted stock, 2M in. Pots,
$3.60 per 100. Bedding plants of all varieties
for sprine trade. Immense lot of Bulbous
Stock for Easter Trade, Plants and Cut Flowers,
at moderate prices to the trade.
Cash or satisfactory reference.
JOHN BADER, Allegheny City, Pa.
295
FERNS**
Varieties Sailable for Fern DUhes, elc.
ADIANTUM CUNKATUM, 3 inch, $5.00 per
100. Fine bushy stock.
Cash with Order.
CHAS. F. BAKER, UUca, N. Y.
EASTER PLANTS.
Hydrangeas, Lilies, Kentias, Arecas,
Latanias, Dracaenas.
Now ready, a fine lot of SPECIIMEN PLANTS
of Kentiac, Belmoreana, and Forsteriana, 4 to
6 feet high , at from $7 to $10 each.
trade. Cash with order.
WM. A. BOCK,
North Cambridge, Mass.
TOP
POT'
Both in Size and Quality.
The following "Specialties" now ready:—
Inches. 100
Oranges, ]
Oranges Otabelte, bushy 8-10 8 00
" " " la-lB 15 00
Ficus Elaslica 12 zooo
Biota iurea Nana 8-10 laoo
la-16 15 00
Pandanus utiita, 4 in. pots
Dhmnlv Canarlensia, and Reoll-
rnieniX nata, sin. pots
Kecllnata and Leonensls,
12-14 20 00
12 12 00
P. J. BERCKMANS, Augusta, Ga.
WATER LILIES
EGYPTIAN LOTUS and
VICTORIA RECIA.
We are specialists in this Hue and carry
a full line of Aquatic Plants suitable for
all purposes.
Lir quarterly trade list and general cata
HENRY A. DREER, 714 Cliestnut Street, PHILADELPHIA.
Nephrolepis Exaltata Bostoniensis.
In large and small quantities for Spring delivery, from t40.00
to $80.00 per 1000. Mine is the genuine stock.
FRED. C. BECKER, 1730 Cambridge Street, CAMBRIDGE, MASS.
BITING MENTIO^
'»ICO per 1000. W. »7.
100 : 250 at 1000 rate.
CYCAS REVOLUTA....
♦ The true long leaf variety, just arrived. Stems from 2 inches long, up-
♦ wards, $lo.oo per too lbs.; great reduction on quantities.
♦ Prices on all Inilbous auU decorative stock given by correspondence.
♦ F. W. O. SCHMITZ, - - JERSEY CITY, N.J.
♦♦♦♦♦♦»♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦<
GOOD STOCK.
Pauduiiuii lU'."s, 2^.(.lnoll pots, eitn
LOW PRICES.
|ca Luleac
8-Inch pot
nlia Belmoreana, 3-liio^
'* " G-lnohpots, I
6-lnchpots.l
tania Borbonloa. 2M-I
:oa Weddeliana, 3.'ln
raulums, 2!-.i-lnch pots, very strong. Double
1 puts, 7 Ic
. ...«».50perl00
'ii'.io per il.jseu
.}3.00 per dozen
doubles. 1
rooted cuttlDKS. Aseratum, (iwi
Waivla Bplenaens, 2-inch pots
niiinbrooin Spawn. Just the same as we ti.se ourselves..
JOHIS SCOTT, Keap Street
.rootedcuttiPKS.. 75c. per 100
I260perl00
».s.00perl0Olba.
RROOKLVM, K.
296
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Our Special Edition.
The reading matter in next week's Special
will be devoted largely to commercial
orchids and their culture. The services of
some of the best growers in the country
have been secured, and each will tell his
method of growing whereby he has ob-
tained success.
There will also be a chapter devoted to
some little known but profitable Easter
plants.
These chapters will be liberally illus-
trated.
A symposium on the all-important sub-
ject of PeediDg Plants Under Glass will
prove an interesting feature, in which the
practice carried out by several growers
will be presented.
In addition, we hope to lay before our
readers a very serviceable article on the
subject of greenhouse heating from the pen
of Professor Taf t, in which that gentleman
will give his valuable advice on the selec-
tion of boilers, piping, etc., for large and
small greenhouse establishments.
The Tariff Question will be thoroughly
ventilated in our Special, pro and con.
Already we have received a number of
views on this perplexing quadrennial
question; but we ask all interested to send
in their opinions at once, so that the
views of the majority may be presented to
our National legislators before the pro-
posed Act becomes a law.
The Agricultural Appropriation Bill
was reported to the Senate Wednesday
afternoon, from Appropriation Com-
mittee as it passed the House.
The Tariff B>ll.
The misleading extracts published last
week by more than one paper, have induced
many to question which of the versions
given was correct. The FLORISTS' Ex-
Chakge's account was correct in every
particular, as published, and we reprint
the paragraphs this week, with some ad-
ditions affecting the seed trade, so that,
having everything plainly set before them,
our readers can intelligently participate in
the discussion which we herewith invite on
the subject.
For the Busy Man.
The Special Edition of the Florists' E.\-
CB ANGE appears next week.
Don't fail to write us on the Tariff Question ;
send in your letter early.
It is stated that the Senate has decided to
pass the Agricultural Appropriation Bill, as
passed by the last Co
■--■'■- '---•■- Thisr
A Subject for Debate.
THE TARIFF QUESTION.
Let the Trade Decide.
The whirligig of time has brought about
the quadrennial seesaw of political faith,
and the changes consequent thereto have
involved the business men of the country
into the consideration of an altered tariff,
deemed absolutely necessary to the health
of the country by our new staff of doctors.
Although great pressure is being brought
to bear on passing a revised tariff at '
earliest possible moment, there will be
sufficient time afforded to intelligently
discuss the measure as it affects seeds-
men, florists and nurserymen, in all its
bearings, and to this end, we would outline
the following method of procedure:
Our Special Edition will be published
April 3, and will come Into the hands of
9,000 geatlemen, principally employers, so
that it will practically reach all concerned.
To appear iu that issue we invite a
short, concise letter, for or against
the proposed ne'w enactions, from
every reader interested.
As this is a subject which directly or
indirectly touches all pockets, we will ex
pect many letters, and so caution the
writers to keep the debate free from ex
traneouB remarks. " Business policy, not
politics," must be the guide mark. All
communications should reach us not later
than March 31.
A coupon will be printed in next week's
issue on which our readers will be expected
to vote, and to return to this office within
ten days, when the results will be at
once tabulated and forwarded without
delay to the Committee on Ways and
Means for consideration, before their final
action. Thus will be made known the
wishes of the majority, and that they
will carry due weignt with our legislators
we have no doubt.
DUTIABLE.
PAR.
Beaus, fifty cents per bushel of sixty
pountis.
250 Peas, dried, * * * fifty cents per
bushel of sixty pounds. * * .* ;
peas in cartons, papers, or other small
packages, one cent per pound.
251 Plants, trees, shrubs, vines, bulbs
and roots of all kinds, tor growth in
the open air or otherwise, not specially
provided for in this Act, thirty per
centum ad valorem.
253 Seeds * * * of all kinds not
specially provided for in this Act, forty
per centum ad valorem. [This in-
cludes all vegetable seeds.]
597 Moss, crude or unmanufactured.
599 aiyrobolan.
603 Nuts, ♦ * -* Palm nuts.
617 Plants, trees, shrubs, roots, seed
cane, and seeds, imported by the
Department of Agriculture or the
United States Botanic Garden.
630 Seeds: Anise, caraway, cardamon,
cotton, cummin, fennel, fenugreek,
hemp, bore hound, mustard, rape, St.
John's bread or bene, sugar beet, man-
gel wurzel, sorghum, or sugar cane,
for seed, and all flower and grass
seeds; all the foregoing not specially
provided for in this Act.
If the above paragraphs go through, all
bulbs, palms, orchids, and florists' stock
for forcing, will hereafter pay an Import
duty of 30 per cent, ad valorem, :
All vegetable seeds will be taxed forty
per cent.
All flower and grass seeds will come in
free.
Nursery stock will pay thirty per cent.;
but —
If the Free Seed Distribution is to be
maintained, and dealers refuse to bid for
the Government contract, the Secretary of
Agriculture will have the power (under
paragraph 617) to import all he wants, free
of duty.
The proposition of the Florists' Ex-
CHANOB to send out voting coupons on the
tariff question is just the thing, and should
call for a general response on this ques-
tion.
It is all very well for a few people to get
together and " claim everything " for their
side of the case ; but votes tell, and when
several thousand people have the oppor-
tunity of expressing their views directly
on a given proposition, there is some basis
for the statement as to the consensus of
opinion on the question at issue.
Personally, I do not believe that legisla-
tion should follow the wishes of any par-
ticular trade or organization, even where
the desire is practically unanimous for
such legislation, based upon special advan-
tages and personal interests, unless such
desired legislation is for the good of the
country at large. In other words, I believe
that Congress should legislate for the in-
terests of seventy million of people, not at
the request or behest of a comparatively
tew seeking special privileges, at the ex-
pense of the many.
Whatever one's personal views may be,
however, there has been so much discus-
sion upon this important question as to
what the majority of the trade really
desire, that the opportunity of ascertain-
ing the prevailing sentiment through the
medium of the Florists' Exchange bal
lota will no doubt be generally aporeclated
New York. Fred'k W. Kelset.
Bermuda Lily Flowers.
The unjust and reprehensible practice
of flooding the American markets with cut
lilies from Bermuda at Easter Is likely to
assume a more aggravated form this year
than heretofore. Hitherto our growers
have been confronted with the competition
in this line having its origin with the bulb
growers themselves in the islands, whose
circulars, containing offers, were scattered
all over our land. This year this competi-
tion is being augmented by the offers of
parties located In the States, and of which
the following is a sample:
" We can furnish you with boxes con-
taining sixty Bermuda Easter lily buds for
$3.00 per box. All orders must reach us by
the 1st of April, as we Import only snch
quantities from Bermuda as are ordered,
d orders must contain a part remittance,
at least, as a guarantee."
Curiously enough, the firm making this
ffer encloses a circular to the party ad-
dressed, advising that it can supply " Ber-
da bulbs; Lilium Harrisli our special-
ty."
This is adopting with a vengeance the
tactics of the Bermuda growers, so loudly
condemned and justly complained of by
the American fiorists in former years.
It is grossly unfair to solicit and obtain a
's trade in a raw material upon which
you have a corner, so to speak, and then
throw yourself into competition with him
In the finished product at a figure he can-
not stand out against. Such a grab-all
practice is bound, sooner or later, to have
its reaction. It is a deterrent to business
and should be stamped out.
OBITUARY.
William Magill.
We announce with deep sorrow the loss,
through death.of an old, valued and efficient
co-worker in the cause. Although un-
known to the majority of the trade, Mr.
William Magill, who was the father of the
treasurer of our company, Mr. Joseph
Magill, had been identified with the Flor-
ists' Exchange from its inception until
eighteen months ago, when tailing health
compelled him to withdraw from all active
work. Owing to his watchful care and
close scrutiny was largely due the freedom
from typographical errors, both in the
reading matter and advertisements, which
has been characteristic of our columns.
A thorough printer, well versed in all
the mysteries of the art, he was ever
ready to aid the beginner with kindly
advice, and in his career of fifty years at
the business he has graduated many scores
of young men, who are now creditably
filling their mission in life. The writer of
this article has much to remember him by
In this connection.
His Integrity was spotless, his devotion
to the interests he served could not be ex-
ceeded ; of even temperament and unfail-
ing courtesy, pleasant in his intercourse
with all his associates, his comrades in
this ofiioe unite in paying this slight
tribute to his memory. A Christian in
word and deed, conscious to the very end,
he repeatedly gave expression to his firm
conviction of a future and a better state,
and passed away peacefully and fearlessly,
Thursday morning, March 25.
Mr. Magill was born In Scotland, April
10. 1828, he came to the United States in
1849, and for the past 26 years has been a
respected citlzsn of Jersey City Heights,
N.J.
Charles Eliot.
Charles Eliot, a member of the
of Olmstead, Olmstead & Eliot, the well-
known landscape gardeners of Brookline,
Mass., died on Thursday morning at
6 o'clock. The deceased was a young man,
37 years of age, a son of President Eliot, of
Harvard College, a life member of the
Massachusetts Horticultural Society, and
devoted to his chosen profession. The
cause of death was cerebro-spinal-menin-
gitis. He leaves a widow and three chil-
Providence.
the new addition to Roger Williams Park
none have been received with more hearty
support for everyone concerned, Including
the Park Commissioners, than the plan of
the Grand Army Posts of this state, and
the various veteran organizations to plant
a grove In the park, in some section to be
selected, with one tree for each organiza-
tion, and to call the whole the Veteran's
Grove. The trees are to be natives of this
state, and to be planted in soil from the
many places in Rhode Island having an
historical interest. The selection of trees
will include maples, elms, birches, and
oaks, and it has been suggested that the
grove be planted in the form of the five-
pointed star forming the badge of the
Grand Army. Several sites are under
consideration, and the planting will prob-
ably take place, with appropriate Grand
Army ceremonies, on Arbor Day.
The F=ii-ORiSTS' Exchknge.
297
New York.
ffholesile Market.
Business Is dull, but little is being
done in any line. Tbe supply i not heavy,
but too much for current demand. Mon-
day and Tuesday stocls sold out at some
price; Wednesday and Thursday much of
it remained on hand unsold.
Rosea went as low as $15 per 1000 on
straight slips; some kept stock of fair
quality changed hands at $10 per 1000;
good firsts and extras sold at $4 and $6 per
100. A few specials went outside these
figures, but sales were limited. Beauty
cleared out at the regular price quoted for
several weeks past. Hybrids were too
irregular to give any quotation upi.n
them. A few moss roses sold fairly well,
the supply not being over plentiful.
Carnations, perhaps, were steadier, both
in demand and sales than any other line
of stock, going at normal prices.
Violets were too abundant to find pur-
chasers for all ; the average daily supply
now must be about 200.000. Prices on
these varied from 15c. to 40o. per 100, a few
select hundreds making perhaps 50c.
Valley sells worse than ever, $17.50 per
1,000 being top price for special stock.
All kinds of bulbous stock are selling
low. Myosotis and alyssum and stock of
that character finds but few buyers. Sweet
peas when bright and good sell moderately
well, with figures varying from $1 to $2
per dozen bunches, there being so much
difference in stem and flower.
James M. King, who for ten years was
with Ed. Horan, and within this past year
with Thos. Young, Jr., started in the com-
mission business on his own account last
week at 49 West 29th street.
Retail Trade.
There is nothing of Importance
doing in this line just now, funeral work
creating the bulk of the larger orders. At
the present time storekeepers and their
buyers are more exercised about Easter
supplies than any other thing, being more
out of town looking around than they are
in their stores. The prcspects are that
plants will be abundant and good. The
larger sizes of azaleas will be a little short.
Rhododendrons are not so largely grown
this season. Ericas are more numerous
than usual. Lllium Harrisii and L. longi-
florum keep every one guessing ; the
generally expressed opinion is that they
will be short. Should the weather become
at all warm, it would be Impossible to
keep them back. It is said orders are
being taken in many instances at lOo. per
bloom.
Visitors in town were A. B. Scott,
Philadelphia, and H. C. Agnew, Agnew's,
Cal.
Si. Louis.
CInll Nena.
The regular monthly meeting and
annual rose meeting of the Florists' Club
was held Thursday last. President Kunz
presided.
The rose exhibits were of the highest or-
der. John N. May exhibited a fine lot of
President Carnot. and a vase each of Mand
Dean and Lily Dean carnations. These
exhibits were much admired.
Messrs. Brown & Canfleld, Springfleld,
111., sent a vase each, of Bride, Kalserin,
Bridesmaid, Meteor, and a novelty in
shape of the new rose. White Perle, which
attracted considerable attention.
J. F. Amman, EdwardsvlUe, 111., sent a
vase of superb Perle.
Robert F. Tesson had a fine vase each of
Beauty, Bridesmaid, Mermet, Bride,
Wootton, Meteor and Perle roses, and a
vase each of lily of the valley and Cali-
fornia violets.
Frank Fillmore exhibited a vase contain-
ing Bride, Bridesmaid and Perle, and also
one of assorted carnations. They were very
flue.
A. S. Halsted, of the St. Clair Floral
Company, had been requested at the pre-
vious meeting to prepare an essay on
" Growing Roses and Carnations," to be
read at this meeting. The Doctor pre-
pared the essay with great care, but he did
not read it, and thereby hangs a tale. Af-
ter completing it, he put the essay care-
fully Into the inside pocket of his Sunday
coat, so as to be sure he would not forget
It. When he started for the meeting he
forgot to put on the Sunday coat, and did
not discover that he had no essay until
called upon to read it. But he acquitted
himself nicely by making an Impromptu
speech. C. G. F.
Springfield, Mass.
N. J. HEBRICK is arranging to rebuild
three houses each, 200x20 feet.
J. G. GLBA30N, formerly with John Hen-
derson Co., Flushing, Is superintendent
here. Mr. Herrlck's Easter lilies are look
Ing well. J- K. K.
I NEXT !
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Wednesday, March 31.
B THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE, p.o. Box i697, New York 3
Index to Advertsements.
Altcinnnlhera
Baldwin A J 291
DarliugO- T 287
Ageratum
Vincent B Jr k Sons. 299
McBride A 292
SmltliCbasE 29il
CIoudEJ 292
Search WmH 291
ShelmireWR 292
Vincent R Jr 4 Sons 299
Aquatics
Vincent R Jr i Son. 299
A9l>aragaa
ElHott WmH 306
McCarthy N F * Co. 306
Baldwin A J 291
Cavanaiigh Mrs M.. 287
Uavis A B s Son.... 291
MoBethTA 191
NeB' L 1 291
Nat. Plant Co :i 3
Storrs & Uarribon Co 298
BnlbsanalRnnt.
Abel OO&Co 286
BercbmansPJ ..... 29d
BergerHHiCc... 287
Beisoher Bros 296
Black Chas 29 i
ClucastBoddlnglon 287
Cushman Oladlolus
Co 287
Davis A BA Son.... 291
UreerHenrv A 299
Galloways J 2»6
Uardlner J & Co 2S6
(leimaluFruitCo,.. 288
HlghlandsNursery.. 28G
HulBeboBohBros.... 286
JooBtenO H 286
Laiub Jas M 28S
LovettCo 287
Moon Wni HCo.... 299
McAllister T B Oo . 285
MlllsFB 2«7
Ouwerkerk P 299
Plerson F B Co 28.'>
Pitcher i Manda... 286
Bolker Aug * Sons . . 308
Sohmitz F W 0 308
Storrs h Harrison Co 298
Ulbrecht FJ 286
Taughan's SeedStore 285
HillEQ*Co 308
Cottage Gardens 287
Elizabeth NursCo.. 29S
S orrs 4 Harrison Co 2'.«
While Jno SOS
Vaughan'8 Seed Store 286
Carnatli>iis
Beach Jas E . 293
Beckert T F 292
Bool Floral Co 292
Breitu.eyer J 4 Son 293
Chinard L 292
ClondEJ 292
Connell Benj 299
Cottage Gardens.. 287.29:i
DaleH 292
Davis A B & Son ... . 2B1
Dorner FiSons Co. 293
EiseleO 308
EmmansOeo M 292
Foster L H 296
PryerE 290
QraU6rt4Co. .293
Hopp 4 Lemke '
HoyleA W
Jahr Bros
Knapper A
Long Daniel B
May Jno N
Meadow View Green -
NewMeadowGardens '^92
302
Beinberg Bros ;fOi
Benard Job 292
ShelmireWR 292
Sieborl C T 293
Smith N 4 Son 2'.)i
StelnhoHH 0 301
Swayne Wm 292
Taylor E J 293
Weber H 4 Sons.. .. 292
Whllton 4 Son 299
Wood Bros 287
Cliryaanlhcniuina
Beckert T F 292
Cottage Gardens ... 287
Dalllodouze Bros.... 308
ElseleC 3 8
EI..U J a . . . . 3U8
Weatherby G W 308
Wells W a08
Willmore W W 308
Wood Bros 287
Cinerarias.
Whitton4Son 299
I i.lrus
Cavanaugh Mrs M . . 287
CIoudEJ 292
Emmans Geo M.... 392
Felthonsen J E 291
Gaskill 0 W 291
Herr D K .. 290 292
McBride A 292
Search W H 291
SniithCE 290
Cut Klovrer.
Baker W J 301
Bassett 4 Washburn 304
Dale H 292
Dumont & Co 314
Ellison Wm 308
Fitzg'ldiHammond 301
Fleokensteln Chas G 305
Ford BroB 3"4
Gunther W H 304
Hart Ulcbael A 304
EC.
306
IllinoisCutFlowerCo 304
Kasting Wm F ... 306
Kennioott Bros Co. 304
KuehnOA 305
Lang Julius 304
Lynch WE 304
McCarthy N F * Co. 3'i6
MoKellar Chas W... 304
MlllangF 314
Mullen Geo 3>i6
National Plant Co.. 3(16
N Y Out Flower Ct 34
Pennook Samuel S. 30«
Purdy 4 Blauvelt... 304
ReldEdw 304
Beinberg Bros 304
Rogers Park Fl Co... 306
Bolker A 4 F 3U4
W F 304
d G A .... 305
Traendly 4 Schenok 3 4
Wors C. W. '.".'.'.".'." SOS
Young John 304
BerckmansP J 295
Diililias.
Cottars (lanleus .... 287
Knapper Albert 292
Peacock W 1' 286
Decorative Goails,
Evrrgrcrn.. Cut
Baldwin A j' 306
Bayersdorter H 4 Co 3( 8
Collins Thos 308
Elllo'lWm H .106
Grriiialn Fruit Co... 286
Highlands Nursery. 306
BlokssokerOhasH... 206
Decorative Plants
Bader, Jno 295
Baker Chas F 296
Becker, Fred C 296
Berokmans P J 296
BergerH H &Oci.... 287
Book ^Vm A 295
Dreer H'y A . ... 299
Foster L H 296
Heacock Jos 302
Hessei W J 296
Merkel 4 Son 302
Reimers Chas S02
Roehrs Julius 296
Seidewltz E A 295
Schmltz F W 0 295
Scott Jno 295
8iebreoht4 Son ... 296
Young J W 295
ABcbmann G 299
iLO.
Buntings J 299
Dreer H. A 299
Eveuden Bros 299
Ouwerkerk P 299
SchultheieA 298
StelnhoffHC 3 1
StorrB4Harrison Co. 29<
Whltton4 Son 299
EK'liange
Layton G. E 291
Perlillzera
LittleBeld HP 3 6
Peters John J Oo 306
Walker Fert. Co.... 30^
Flower Pots, etc.
Ernest W H 29u
Hews A H 4 0o 290
Hiianger Bros 290
Keller Bros . 290
McCarthy N. F. 4 Oo. 3i'6
Rolker 4 Sons Aug. 29 1
Syracuse Pottery Co 3 6
Whllldln Pottery Oo 306
Pruil Plania
Bailer F A 299
Black Ch«B 293 298
Harrisons' Nurs.... 298
Hubbard T S Oo. . . 298
McNallyE i91
Storrs 4HarrlsoDOo 298
Fnrlisias.
Neff L. 1 291
U'lioiine Bulliilng.
Heating an^trawberry
flaror ; large and solid. ^
enormoasly. Donald's
Elmira Asparag^us Roots; a
Greeusboro Peach, Japan
_ lums, Small Fruits, Tenn.
Peacli Seed. Catalogne FREE.
" BKULJLN, Ml>.
Rhododendrons
of American-grown liardy sorts.
Japanese Maples
and other Rare Plants.
Parsons & 5ons Co.
LIMITED,
Kissena Nurseries, Flushing, N. Y.
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA.
DEPARTnENT OF AQRICULTURE.
Floradale. Pa., Oct. 17, 1896.
To Whom IT Mat CONCERN:— This
■ ismhdayofOcto-
' C. L. Longsdorf,
Adams, State of Peunsylvj
other injurious ii
ferred on Nurser
or garden. (Signed) (
50,000 PEACH l'o"we°sfr,rie
C. L. LONGSDORF, Floradale, Pa.
DELAWARE COLLEGE AGRICULTURAL
EXPERIMENT STATIOII.
OF HORTICUT,TURB
'TpHE "Florists' Exchange Spring
Special," to be issued next Sat=
urday, will go to 9000 live business
men. You better be in it.
GRAPEVINES
^*" ■ * "^ ■ i^ Small Fruits.
All old md new virictieB. Eitra qnality.Warran.
ted tree. LmpeftrnUi'. Descriptive Cataloffae Free.
T. S. HUBBARD CO., FREDONIA, N. Y.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
HOBTIOULTUBIST AND ENTOMOLOGIST.
Newark. Dbl.. Dec. 15 1896.
[R. A. PULLEN, Mlltord. Delaware.
Dear Sjr:-Tnis Is t-) certify thall 1
lar,;e number of tieesand plants io yuurnura
)r peach yellows, peach rosette and San Jose i
allies or any other injurious Insects or disea-ii
Yours very truly,
G. HAROLD POWELL,
HORTICULTCRiaT AND KNTOMOLOGK
law are College Airrlcultural Experiment Si;
PEACH s PLUM TREES
FOR SPRING DELIVERY, 1897.
ASPARAGUS ROOTS.
3 and 3 Years, l^irons.
ALEXANDER PULLEN,
liraiard Nanerles. MILFORD, DEL.
WHEN WRrriNQ MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
LOWFRICES
JAPAN MAPLES.
mtoitt $0 25
3to3ft 45
3to4ft 76
AMPELOPSIS.
Ampelopsis Teitchii, 12 to 18 in 4c.
2ft 6e.
3to3}^ft 71^0.
TREE PiCONIAS.
arietles, 3year8 $0 50
CANNAS.
PRIVET.
2to3ft
2 to 3 ft. Heavy
prices on application.
SHADE TREES.
; in. in diameter. Prices od application.
HOLLYHOCKS.
Hollyhocks $6.00 per 100
A.XKl.'EX MOLt,IS, strongr, well-budded $0
CRiniSOlM RAMBL,ER ROSE, 4 ft
Bearing Age Plum, Apple, Cherry, Peach, Apricot and Quince Trees.
jpplK
Strawberry-Raspberry and Golden Mayberry
THE ELIZABETH NURSERY CO.,
ELIZABETH,
F.&F.NurseriesSffibU
FAY'S CURRANTS FOR SALE.
Price of 2.year, No. 1, $22.00 per 1000.
3-year, No. 2, $10.00
3-year, No. 1, $38.00
Packing tree.
IF'. a3XJm>E3TT,
Clifton, IHonroe County, N. Y.
Ll^WHEW WRITINO MENTION THE FLOBISTa' EXCHANGE
Andorra Nurseries.
Specialties: large specimen ORNAMENTAL TREES,
large hardy RHODODENDRONS and AZALEAS.
m to 2H
SOOSchnedierPurple-leaTed Maple, 12 to
SOO Sycamore Maple," lo'to 12 feet; \% to m
750 Weirs Cut-leaved Maple. 12 to 16 feet; i;^
to 3 inches caliper.
SOO Wfaite-floweriuK Horse Chestnut. lOto
12 feef; lai to 2J^ inches caliper
150 Purple Birch, '^
IMtoZJiln.calipei
WILLIAH WARNER HARPER, Hanager
•iOO Golden Catalpa, 12to 16 feet; 1}^ to 3}^ in.
1300 Wes'teru Catalpa, 10 to 14 feet; 1^ to 2^
inches caliper.
75 WeepiuK Beech, S to 12 ft; 2 in. caliper.
SOO Purple Beech, 8 to 12 ft.; I^ to 2 Id. caliper.
1000 Oriental Plane, 12 to 16 feet; 1^ to V.i
50 Bolllnua ^Poplar, 16 to 18 ft.; 2Ji to 3Ji Inches
1500 European Linden, 10 to 12 feet; 2 to :!
Chestnut HiU, PHILA., PA.
THE FLORISTa-
ROSES! ROSES!!
STRONG FIELD-GROWN DORMANT PLANTS.
Large stock Gen. Jacqueminot, Paul Neyron, Ulrich Brunner, Magna Charta,
Baroness Rothschild, and other leading varieties of Hybrid Perpetuals, Ig.oo per loo ;
^Ho.oo per looo.
MOSS ROSES in the ten best sorts, tg oo per loo. CLIMBING ROSES,
Baltimore Belle, Prairie Queen, Tennessee Belle, and Seven Sisters, strone, 2 years,
S(i per 100.
Wichuraiana (Memorial Rose) field-grown, |S.oo per 100.
OANN AS ^^'" ^'*"' Flowered AUSTRIA, strong, 4 in. pot plants,
13-00 per doz.; |20 per 100. A large stock of the cream of the
cider varieties, such as Florence Vaughan, Queen Charlotte, Eldorado, Sunbeam,
Alphonse Bouvier, Charles Henderson, Madam Crozy, President Carnot,
Admiral Avellan, Edward Mieg, etc. Do not fail to get our prices before buying.
CALADIUM ESCULENTUM. l:z\^:!^,l-;p
to 10 in., $5 per 100. 6 to 71^ in., I3 per 100. 5 to 6 in., $2 per 100. ' ^
RFGONIA PURITY ^"^"^ P"'''^ '■"^'"^ °f ^^^ semperAorens
^^"^ i^WfXIl 1. jj,pg_ ^^^^ f^gg flowering, |2 per doz.
GERANIUMS ^'™°e 2% m. pot plams, large stock of S. A. Nutt,
^* *■ '^ '^ ■ *"*■ **■ Marvel, Heteranthe, La Favorite, and other best
bedding sorts, $25 per 1000.
Immense stock of Fruit Trees, Nut Bearing Trees, Grape Vines, and
Small Fruits. One of the largest, if not the largest, assortment of Ornamental
Trees and Shrubs, Climbing Vines, Bulbs, Hardy Perennials, etc., in
America. And 32 greenhouses filled with what the average florist is most likely to want.
Correspondence solicited. Catalogues and trade lists free.
THE STORRS & HARRISON CO., Painesville, Ohio.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHANGE
March 27, 1897.
Xhe F^lorists' Exchange.
299
IF YOU IMPORT ANY
FioBisi OR NUBSEBr STOCK. Dreer's Special Offer
FOR MARCH.
LOUIS VAN KOERT, General Agent,
296 Dorohe><«r Straet. - So. Boston, Mas*.
WHEN WRITINO MtWTIOH TMt n.0RIST8- EXCHANCt
NYMPHCA ODORATA GIGANTEA,
60c. perdoz.; $3.60 per 100.
Giant Double and Dwf . Double Sweet Alyssunt
LANTANA, nw«rr, VellowOraoBe.
DWARF BLUE AGERATUM, i^^;.:^Z
R. VINCENT, Jr., & SON, White Marsh, Md.
CLEMATIS ^'S,SSr'^S:Jo%nS5.'«
DOWNING GOOSEBERRIES f^lkZ
sppcial low prices,
OUII IV Strons: plants from last year, 2)
OffllLAA 32.60 per 1(H). Transplanted, $1.<
HERMoidS P£ONY J^? S'''%S:
Paster Lily
EVENDEN BROS., Williamsport, Pa.
GOOO STOCK IT LOW PRICE.
Cape Jes«RinlnP8, Gardenl'* Florida. Btrone pnd
sMcty. 8 to 12 inobes 50c. a doz.. ».')0Oa 100. »25 i(
a 1000: 3 to 6 inches. «1.50 a 100. f 12 50 a 1000; 1 to 1}<
ft., $5 00 a 100: 2 to 3 ft.. »I0.00 a 100.
California Privet, 3 to 4 ft. »2 00 a 100; 2 to 3 fl.
»1 50 a 100: lHto2 tt.,»1.00a lOO. S7.50 a 1000.
Arbor Vila rompnctu, 1 to 1!< tl.. tS.tO a 100: l
to t> Inches. (LOU a lOO.
JOHN II0NKH0TJ3E, Caddo Nurserjr,
Jetvella, L,a.
SIEBRECHT & SON,
The Lareosl and Finest Co
nd FKBNS.
Prices to suit all. One visit a
will always come here
STOCK MOME-OROWN.
BiPElOPSlS VEITCi.
Hardy Pinks, Including Her Majesty,
CrlK
bier, 4 in. $2.00 per iloz.
suckles, Hallean
1 Golden, fine, 1 yH»i
California Vio-
lets, fall runners, $1.00 per lOil
BENJAMIN CONNELL, Florist. Wast Grove. Pa,
6LENW00D NURSERIES
SPRING OF "97.
10,000 Ampelopsis Veitchli. Grown in 3-in pels,
$.60 per 1000.
5,000 Clematis Panlculata. From $5 to $10
per lOO.
5 000 Rosa Wichuraiana. 1, 2 and 3 years old
$6 to $13 per 100.
10.000 Honeysuckles in variety. $60 per 1(100.
lO.OMI Dahlias, undivided, fleld-grown roots,
name and color, $7 ppr 100; J60 per 1000.
aiO.OOO California Privet. 1 to 5 feet. Samples and
prices on application.
Trade List for Spring contalninK full assort-
THE WM. H. MOON CO., Morrisville, Pa.
AZALEAS FOR EASTER.
large Stock of Azaleas iu the beet vaiietiig
and in fine condition for Easter. As these
plants can be ehipped more safely when in
bud, we wish to impress the importance of
early orders. We will not be responsible for
injuries arising from lateshipmeot when the
buds are developed. 6-inch pots, with flue
'■^L?" "^' T ^TJ^^ ^^T ■ r-'^PW'Z/vU ^"s''y crowns, 10 to 12 Inches in diumettr,
^■fl^:^'^J^-'. Mr /i^i^Mm^^^^^^) well set with buds. $5.00 per doz.; $40.00 per
. 6-inch pots, fine plants, well sei , 12 to 15
i'^JT' ' C ' '^"'^ ^T-^B "^ ^^^W^t^' \J^y inches in diameter. $9.00 per doz.; $70,00 per
*h»^ L /-,.*W.JM i' ^*J^ir_ j^,p_ Specimen plants, $2.00, $2.50 and $300
TUBEROUS ROOTED BEGONIAS.
Now is the time to plant for early flower-
ing; the strain is the same as has been sent
out by us for several seasons, the best that
can be procured.
WE OFFER
Singles in choicest mixture $3.60 per 100; $20.00 per 1,000
■• separate colors, scarlet, crimson, white, yellow.
orange and rose 3.ro •' " 25.00 " "
Doubles in choicest mixture MHl " doz; 7.00 " 100
PI nVIMIAC ■* mo.-t select strain of the Crassi-
VjL,UAiiM/\0. folia typeinSne mixture 4.00 " 100; 30 00 " 1,010
SEASONABLE HERBACEOUS STOCK.
Antlienils Tluctorla, 1 year old clumps $|.00 perdoz.; $7.00 per 100
Aqulleeia Coernlea and Ctarysantlia, 3-iiich pots 75 " 6 00
Aster GrandiSorus, Unest of all the hardy varietief. with lai ^ e
violet Howeis 35ct8. each; 3.60 perdoz.
Boltorla Asteroides 76 per doz.; 6.0U " 1(10
Coreopsis I,aiiceolata, strong 1 year old clumps 1.00 •• " 6.00 "
Campanula Allarlaefolla, 3-inch pots 76 •' " 6.00 "
•' Carpatlca, " 76 " " 6.00 "
" Grossekl, clumps 7.6 " " 6 00 "
Clematis Davldiana, strong 3-inch pots 76 " •' o.OO " '•
Oelplliniuni Formosnm, 1 year Held grown .10 " " 4.0U "
Diautbus Plumarius Stanislaus, strong clu in pa 75 " " 6.00 "
Dielytra Spectabills, strong clumps 60 •• " 6.00 "
DigitaHs (Koxulove), strong clumps T.i " " 6.00 "
Doronicum Excelsum, strong clumps I.OO •• " 8.00 " "
Epimedium Macrantbum 60 " " 5.(10 "
Fnnkia Japonica Alba l.iio " " 8.00 "
" " Cceralea ... .60 •• " 4.0n "
Gaillardia Oraiidiaora, 1 year old plants l.oO " •' 8.00 "
Heliopsis Pitcherianus, 1 year old clumps 76 " " 6.00 " "
Heucbera Sanguinea, 8trong3-inoh pots 1.00 " " 8.00 -
Hemerocallis, fl. pi. Double Orange Lily 75 " " 6.00 "
Hibiscus, Crimson Eye, strong 1 year old 60 " " 4.00 "
Japanese Iris, 24 fliie varieties 150 " "• 10.00 "
Oerman Iris, 10 choice varieties 75 " " 6.00 " "
Heliantbus Itlaximilllana, strong l.no " " 8.00 "
'• Risfidns, strong clumps 75 " " 6.00 •■
Hypericum Moserianum, strong 2 yeiir old plants 1.00 " " 6.00 "
Lychnis Seniperflorens Plenlssima, 1 year phiiits 1.00 " " 800 "
Viscaria Alba Plena, 1 year plants 1.00 " " 8.00 "
IberisGibraltarica, hardy Candytuft, 2)4-inch pots 60 " " 4.00 "
I.obeli» cardinalis 75 " " 6.00 "
Itlonarda Didyma, clumps 75 " " 6.00 "
Oenotbera Eraser! and Splenden9,2^-inch pots 60 " " 4.00 "
Pardantbus Sinensis. BhickbHrry Lilv 30 " •' 2.00 "
Platycodon Grandiflorum, 1 yearold clumps 75 " " 8.00 "
Hardy Pinks-Her Majesty, Mrs. Sinkins, Laura Wilmer,
.lull, tteaiicl Prince Arthur, BIrongclumps 75 " " 6.G0 " "
Herbaceous P£eonias, 12 choice varieties, strong 2.00 " " 15.00 "
Hard V Pblox, 26 varieties, 2-inoh pots 60 " " 4.00 "
Primula Rosea 75 " " 6.00 " "
Sedum Acre 60 " " 4.00 "
Statice Armerial.Sea Pink), clumps 75 " " 6.(K) " "
Trltotna Waria Grandlflora, strong 1.25 " " 10.00 •'
HARDY VINES AND CREEPERS.
Ampelopsis Vellctali, strong pot-grown, 3-inch pots,
$1.00 per doz.; $7.00 per 100; $60.00 per l,OOo
Clematis, Hardy Hybrids, all leading varieties, 2 year old, snchas Jnckrannnl. Henryi,
DuchesH of Edinburgh, etc., etc $3.76 perdoz.: $30.00 per 100
Clematis Panlculata, s'rnnB 3-inch pots $0.75 perdoz.; $6 10 per 100; $60 00 per 1,000
Clematis Coccinea and Crispl, strong 2 year old $1.00 per doz.; $7.00 per 100
For a full line of General Florists' Stock and especially Dec-
orative Plants for wliicli we are lieadist, new issue of wliicli will be ready about March ;i5tli.
HENRY A. DREER, 714 Chestnut St., Phila.
FOR EBSTER BIOOPIIIIS
HAKUISII I.ILIKS, good strong plants,
guarauieed right tor Easter. 8 cts. a bud.
CINERARIAS, 4 inch all in bud and bloom.
$1.25 per dozen.
C.4RNATIONS, rooted cuttings, Scotland
McGuwan. $6 00 per 1000.
WHITTON & SONS,
Wholesale Floiists, City and Green Sts., Ulica, N. Y.
WHEN WRrriNG MENTION THE FLORISTS'
EASTER PLANTS
LILIUM HARRISII
[■^ine flowers, good foliage, lo cts. per flower.
HYDRANGEAS
6, 7 and 8 in. pots, well hardened, 50c. to $2 each.
AZALEAS
In splendid condition, 65c. to §1.50 each.
SPIRiEA
Large compact plants, $4.00 to $6.00 per doz.
Positively cash with order, or satisfactory reference.
SAMUEL J. BUNTING, Philadelphia,
P. OUWEKKERK,
1 1 23 Summit Ave., Jersey City, N.J.
JuBt received from our Holland
Nurseries :
RHODODENDRONS, AZALEAS,
SPIR/EA JAPONICA, LILIUM SPECIOSUM,
PCONIES, BLEEDING HEART,
POT GROWN LILACS, HYDRANGEA IN SORTS.
CLEMATIS and H. P. ROSES, m the best sorts
FOR EASTER
FORCE FLOWERING SHRUBS:
Lilacs, Staptiyleas,
Deutzjas,
Kalmias.
Snowballs,
ROSES, H.P. and otiiers
Tree-roses, Clematis,
Paeonias, Hydrangeas,
Hardy Azaleas.
L C. BOBBINK, Rutherford, N. J.
Branch Horticultural Co., Boskoop, Holland.
iVE M.iKE A SPECIALTY OF GROWING
A. W. Smith's Hybrid Moonflowers
(IpooKBa Noctlflora.)
strictly the best Moonflowers
blooming from 30 to 48 days
earlier than the old variety ; producing four or
five dilTerent shaped blooms, and blooms from
Ave to seven inches in diameter. The flowers
are pure white.
from Hi
Plants tor stock now ready
inch pots, at $1.00 per doz.; $7.uo per lOO. No
less than 60 plants at 100 rates. Orders for May
will be booked now.
We also have a Bne lot of Cinerarias, choice
varieties, budded, in 4 In. pots, will make fine
plants for Easter, at only $6 per 100.
Also about 76 I,Illum UarrUll, in 4 In. poU,
showing buds, at 8 cts. each.
Fine Geraniums. 4 in. pots, alt colors, mixed
$6 per 100. We also carry on an Iminenae stock
of Kaster Plants, in 6 In. pots, which wo sell
cheap for cash; prices on application.
Hyacinths already budded (separate colors
GODFREY ASCHMANN,
300
The F=i-orists* Exchange.
CeBBESFOllDENCE.
Insertion will be given in this column
to all communications free from animus;
but the opinions expressed do not neces
sarily reHect our own.
Seedlings and Certificates.
I expected that Mr. Ward would be first
in the field to defend the article which hajs
called forth tbits discussion, and I am not
surprised by the claaracter of his reply, for
I had heard his commenta after the Cin-
cinnati meeting and before he had left for
home; the essence of what I expected is
couched in his own peculiar style.
Mr. Ward need not go out of his way to
defend the morale of the editorial staff of
the "Exchange"; his services in that line
are quite gratuitous, as the editor and my-
eelt can settle that between us.
I note the editor's inserted paragraph; I
cheerfully accept the statement. I am none
the less firmly grounded in the belief, how-
ever, that Mr. Ward inspired the attack on
the Carnation Society in the opening arti-
cle; I would be willing to wager my entire
belongings upon the verity of this fact.
(This is emphatically denied.— Ed.)
Before talcing Mr. Ward's statements for
granted, let us analyze them, and also that
gentleman's position. Like many a pro-
nunciamento issued, it is formidable in
words, but weak in argument and vain in
His whole grievance against the Carna-
tion Society may be found in the following
words: "There were several other seedlings
exhibited to which almost any unbiaeed
carnation grower would have awarded cer-
tificates." There is the matter in a nut-
shell; the man with the grievance is lo-
cated, notwithstanding the fact that Mr.
Ward is posing only as the champion of the
poor, small florist, who cannot afford $5 as
an entry fee, though he may have raised a
seedling that he knows is quite up to So-
ciety requirement!
The matter assumes a very unlovely as-
pect when we refer again to the words
quoted above and note his attack upon the
professional, as well as the moral, standing
of the three gentlemen, who. not of their
own choice, but by selection, were ai5ked
to pass upon the carnations presented for
certificates. From this statement we are to
understand that the honored president of the
Society of American Florists, together with
Mr. William Scott and Mr. E. H. Michel,
are biased— they are professionally or mor-
ally unfit to act— they played as the wires
were pulled!
I think that an attack of this kind aimed
at the integrity and judgment of the gen-
llemen in question needs no characteriza-
tion, and I think that when Mr. Ward comes
to think over the matter dispassionately, he
will see that his only course is to make the
amende honorable.
Mr. Ward refers to the use of the cer-
tificates in E. G. Hill & Co.'s wholesale
list. We were very proud to use them. I
confess that I have coveted the society's
certificate tor any seedling that I might
have which I considered worthy of dis-
tinction. I have always held the Carna-
tion Society in high esteem because I be-
lieved it composed of honorable, upright
fellow craftsmen; therefore, a certificate
bestowed by it was a valuable acqu
and I certainly should m
the fact when ready to disseminate the
variety honored. What use is usually
made of awards of merit, medals, first
prizes, etc.? Did the winners at the World's
Fair and other ex-positions jealously hide
the honors from sight, or was it admis-
sible to use them in advertising their
wares? By the way, I don't believe that
there has been a more persistent seeker
after the society's certificates and prizes
than Mr. Ward himself, and the certificates
that he won for Meteor and Storm King
were not secreted under a bushel by any
means, though he may not have thought
of having theuL electrotyped !
As to the -wire pulling referred to I wish
emphatically to say that the wire pulling
done by our firm has consisted in selecting
our best seedlings, growing them well,
packing them carefully, getting them to
their de.;tination in good condition when
possible and allowing the judges to do the
rest; and, further, when a pet variety of
ours has failed of a certificate, no matter
how much "hidden beauty" it might pos-
sess, I have deemed it the gritty thing to
bow in silence to the verdict of the judges,
and in this course I find myself in plenty
of honorable company.
Through the same genius for juggling
words and solely to bias those unacquaint-
ed with the rules of the society he tries to
advertise
bring odium upon it by charging that the
entry fee was put at $5 in order to work a
hardship upon the smaller growers and to
keep them out. Mr. Ward knows that this
is not so in the slightest fact. The society
welcomes fine exhibits from whatever quar-
ter they may come. It expects to have the
best upon its tables every year, and if a
grower, big or little, is confident that he
has a good thing, well he knows that he
can afford the entrance tee, and could still
well afford it though it were much higher.
The $5 fee serves a double purpose; it
keeps out rubbish, a most desiratiie end,
and it helps provide a revenue, a very nec-
essary thing in running the society, and it
is only right that those likely to be bene-
fited by awards should contribute to its
support. This was voted the correct thing
to do by tlie "little" ae well as the "big"
The difficulty is not as Mr. Ward inti-
mates with the certificates awarded, nor
for that matter with the method of award-
ing them, but the trouble lies with the
estimate which Mr. Ward places upon his
own judgment: in the article in question, be-
tween every line may be read "I, C. W. W.,
knoiv more about carnations than all the
judges or members of the Carnation So-
ciety put together." This is the logic of
his reply.
I must take issue with Mr. Ward in the
matter of the originator being the better
judge of his own product. The old col-
ored man's saying that "Every old crow
thinks hfs own crow the blackest" is a
homely way of putting the truth tersely.
Any three good growers can look at a car-
nation and judge it with more exactitude
than can its originator.
The first article of this series refers to
Mr. Adam Graham as having made a most
unfortunate choice of words. The words
quoted would indicate that in judging, one
seedling had competed against another. In
the published report I find that Mr.
Graham stated just the opposite. Where
the point system is used, no unfairness
results as in competitive tests; any variety
scoring the necessary number of points re-
ceives the certificate.
As to the "best seedling," Mr. Weimar,
the donor of this special prize, laid down
his own rules, and if this particular class
was made competitive, it was not under
the general rules of the society, and if
any member objected to the competitive
test he need not enter under the test; it
was optional with the holder of a variety.
Mr. Ward again says: "The certificates
issued in the past have been no practical
guide to florists as to their commercial
value." The greatest bread-winning car-
nation introduced was certificated at Pitts-
burg. This variety was Wm. Scott.
I suppose, apropos of preparing for this
campaign, Mr. Ward made the statement
at Cincinnati that Wm. Scott and Lizzie
McGowan had never received certificates,
intending thereby to depreciate the cer-
tificates that had been issued, but in his
zeal he had tailed to look up tacts, as the
case of Wm. Scott shows, and had the
society been in existence at the time, it
would doubtless have bestowed a certificate
upon McGowan also.
The American Carnation Society has no
more ardent supporters than many of the
gentlemen on its membership list, who
are small holders of glass. To array class
against class is little less than criminal.
The "peers" so sneeringly characterized are
not the big holders of stock, who run the
rooted cutting business, but they are the
many men of intelligence in the society
who outnumber Mr. Ward's "peers" fifty
to one — and this is still a country of ma-
jorities.
I care not for Mr. Ward's personal thrust
referring to my connection with a foreign
chrys.anthemum. When the facts are known
it will be shown that I wronged no one,
neither did I seek gain by any dishonora-
ble methods. We advertised Mrs. Perrm
as a sport from Mme. Felix Perrin (see cur
trade list tor 1896) as a result of careful
correspondence with prominent foreign
growers, and because the variety as flow-
ered by us did not at all tally with de-
scriptions from abroad.
I emphatically decline going any further
into a discussion of this character; no good
can come to the Carnation Society, to Mr.
Ward or to myself along such lines. I em-
phatically protest against the spirit of the
original article, and doubly so to the per-
sonalities of Mr. Ward's communication,
and before my last word I would ask the
editor if he will kindly harmonize this
paragraph.
"In carnation culture, stimulated by the
exertions of the society devoted to the di-
vine flower, we continue to make progress.
The requirements of the society, as regards
new seedlings, have of necessity made their
m numerically small; but
it has been marked, notwithstanding. A
certiflcated variety may now be relied upon,
for its inherent qualities must be A No. 1
before this honor is bestowed upon it." —
Editorial in "Florists' Exchange," Decem-
ber, 1896.
with his editorial of March 6. 1897, head-
ed "Seedlings and Certificates."
B. G. HILL.
The Carnation Contest.
Editor FloristH^ Exchange:
Will yon kindly state that the contest
between E G. Hill & Co. and myself, as
to who has the largest white carnation,
ha-i been fixed for April 2, and will be open
to all. Competitors and others are also
invited to exhibit any variety of merit.
Send flowers, prepaid, to Pennock Bros.,
1514 Chestnut St., Philadelphia.
The contest will be held In the Florists'
club room, Horticultural Hall.
Edwd. Swatkk.
Carnation Lizzie McGowan.
Editor Florists' Exchange :
I send you a few Lizzie McGowan carna
tions, some I had left over from this
morning's shipment. My object in send-
ing these Is to show you that this variety,
is not a played-out sort by any means,
yet, as some Introducers of new kinds
would like to have us believe. I wish
to call your attention to the strength
of the stems, which are as strong, if
not stronger, than those on many
of the new sorts that I have seen
recently. By careful selection, I am im-
proving this variety every year, paying
particular attention to the stem, but you
will see that I have not neglected the
flowers, as these average 2^ to 3 Inches
and over.
I can heartily endorse all that Mr. Weber
(your able writer) says, especially his ad-
vice to buy some of each new promising
variety, but to be sure and not neglect the
old ones. A. J. Tharp.
Bedford Station, N. Y.
[The flowers received were splendid
blooms, large, with strong stems. In other
quarters, by careful selection of cuttings,
this variety has proven most satisfactory,
also.— Ed.]
ODESTION BOI
OPEN TO ALL FREE TO ALL
Anawers Solicited Irom Those Wbo Know.
(73) Forcing LlUum Harrisii for
Easter.— Lllium Harrisii with the buds
in sight now will need no forcing for
Easter. During the month of April
growth is much more rapid than at the
present time. Lilies may be expected to
develop more in one week then than in
two in March ; for this reason there will
be more difficulty in keeping lilies back
for Easter than in forcing them some
seasons.
(74) Hydrangeas for Easter.— If the
hydrangeas are showing color In the cymes
they will need but little. If any, forcing.
But if the cymes are yet green, It would be
better to keep the house a little close, and
so hasten them on, for it is easy to let up
and harden tham afterwards for a few
days. A little liquid manure water may
be given at Intervals till flowers are nearly
open.
(75) Treatment of Adiantum Farley-
ense.— E. H. Pot in good strong loam
with a little leaf mold and some sharp
sand added. Give a moderate amount of
light, and keep at a temperature of from
69 to 73 degrees at night. Keep the roots
well supplied with water. Ventilate suffi-
ciently to keep the atmosphere sweet and
fresh.
(76) Soft Coal Ashes on Benches.—
G. Knocb.— No, such ashes are not Injuri-
ous, rather the reverse ; roots of bedding
stock, ferns, etc., are (ften found matting
themselves in the ashes in preference to
the soil In their pots, when these plants
are stood upon or plunged in ashes.
(77) Lily of the Valley.— JOSEPH WOOD.
There is no reason why valley should not
do well in such a house. The time for
planting pips depends upon whera the
blooms are wanted. From 21 to 28 days
are needed to get a crop ready for market.
Several growers repeat this all the year
round.
(78) Single Geranium Midsummer.
After a diligent search for the intro-
ucar of geranium Midsummer, the best
e can find is that it is an English variety,
lised either by Cannell or Pearson.— W.
P. Simmons cfe Co.
(79) Fumigating with Hydrocyanic
Acid Gas.— How strong should the hydro-
cyanic acid gas be used to effectually de-
stroy the red spider on roses and carna-
'' Could the spider be killed by the
ithout injury to the plants?— M. De
Long.
-The varieties of roses and carnations
which we experimented were found to
be very susceptible to injury from the
ordinary applications of this gas. Red
spider will endure strong applications
without any apparent Injury. From our
present knowledge, therefore, it appears
impracticable to effectually rid roses or
carnations of this pest by the use of hydro-
cyanic acid gas. Further experiment may,
however, solve the problem.
P. H. DORSETT.
(80) Diseased Aspidistras. — H. H.—
The specimens of aspidistra sent with your
letter of March 11, have been under ob.ser-
vation in our laboratory since their receipt.
The diseased spots on these specimens are
not the same a^ those on the first speci-
mens, and have not developed char-
acters which would indicate that there is
any connection between the two troubles.
In this case the trouble seems to be due to
Injuries produced by a little scale insect.
The leaf seems to react very quickly to
injuries of all sorts, producing in most
cases a yellowish discoloration. We have
been able to produce the whitish, blotched
appearance of the lower surf ace of the leaves
by allowing them to suffer occasionally for
water, thus permitting the protective cells
on thesurface of the leaf to dry out to some
extent. This appears to kill, or at least
greatly injure, the so-called guard cells of
the breatning ports, which cells enable
these pores to open and close. When this
occurs the tissues in the Immediate neigh-
borhood of the diseased breathing pore
dry out very slowly and the spot has a
whitish appearance, although it is not
dead. The other disease consists of circu-
lar spots of quite large size, appearing on
both the upper and under surfaces of the
leaf. It is probably not produced in this
way, as we have been unable to get any-
thing like it in the laboratory. We should
like to receive specimens of this ether
disease. (Prof ) B. T. Gallowat.
(81) Two-Year Old Tea Roses— Will
two year old tea roses, in solid benches, do
as well, If cut down, as young plants for
another year; if so, how short should they
be cut ?— Ednet Smith.
—It your plants are in perfect health
there is no reason why they should not do
as well, ir not better, the third year as the
second. How they should be cut back,
depends on what growth they have made
—3 feet, if you have plenty oi head room,
is about right. In June the plants should
be dried off, and all the air possible given
to well ripen the canes. This will cause
the soil to have wide cracks in it, but it
will not hurt them in the slightest. Of
course they should be syringed and damped
down just enough to keep the wood from
shriveling. The first week In July the
thin wood should be cut out, leaving only
the strongest and youngest canes. They
should be cut to the desired length, and it
will be found necessary to tie them out a
little ; in other words, they should be dis-
persed evenly in the space allotted to
them ; then clean the beds carefully, fork
in some good cow manure and a sprink-
ling of bone meal, which should be fol-
lowed with a good watering; after this,
with good rose treatment, they will quickly
respond. Use the syringe freely, but be
careful not to get the beds wet. After the
first watering, it will take quite a time
before they need another. Never shade,
and all the air night and day that can be
given will make the young shoots come all
the sturdier and better; whereas an or-
chid treatment will produce that con-
sumptive looking wood and foliage that
invariably ends in a total failure.
H. H.
COME early and avoid the rush.
Send your advertisement for the
"Florists' Exchange Spring Special"
by return mail.
March 27, 1S97.
The Plorists' Exchknge.
301
Philadelphia.
Mirktt Notei.
There has not been any noticeable
change in the flower market the past week.
Stock is very plentiful, and only the very
best sells at good figures, but the volume
of business done was small. Shipping
trade with other cities has been very good,
and this has prevented any glut in the
market. Roses and carnations have been
moving fairly well. The percentage of
long-stemmed Beauty has not been quite
BO large, still there are sufficient for all
demands. Some very good carnations are
now coming in— probably the best come
from E. P. Hostetter, Manheim,Pa.; these
are sent to Edward Reid, the Albertinl
being very fine, and invariably sell at
$3. This grower Is also raising excellent
McGowan, Cartledge and Scott. S. Mor-
tensen continues to send in some very good
Davbreak and Scott.
Violets are as plentiful as ever, and are
difficult to dispose of. On Wednesday
one grower alone sent In 10,000 doubles ;
50e. per 100 is being asked for these, but
many sell below that figure.
Southern daffodils are very plentiful,
and fell slowly at 50c. per 100 ; In fact, all
bulbous stock finds slow sale.
Creeping arbutus is now arriving from
Fayetteville, N. C, and sells fairly well
at $15 per 100 bunches.
A. DiMMOCK has been in the city
the past week looking up business for
Sander & Co.
The bowling alleys in the clubroom are
well patronized. Some of the old bowlers
are getting into shape again.
Reports from Chester County the past
week state that the San 3o&6 scale has
been found on fruit trees in several differ-
ent localities.
Growers.
The contest between E G. Hill & Co ,
Richmond, Ind., and Edward Swayne,
Wawaset, Pa., as to who has the largest
white carnation, will be held in the
Florists' Club room, on Friday morning,
April 2, at 10 a.m., and will no doubt prove
very Interesting, as each will stage a good
many blooms.
On every hand preparations arc
being made for Easter business, but it is
being found very difficult to hold plants
back, the past few days having been very
M. BooAN is growing about 10,000 gerani
ums this year. In potting these up the last
time, he uses horn shavings with the soil,
which has given great satisfaction. Genis-
tas and lilies are the principal stock for
Easter. Mr. Bogan is paying most atten-
tion now to Spring stock, of which a large
quantity is grown for the market trade.
Hydrangeas are in excellent shape for
Easter, and well hardened.
J. Wm. Colflesh is watching his Jacq.
houses now very closely, to time them for
the Easter season. At present they look
about right.
George Anderson has his usual com-
plement of hydrangeas. All the plants
are in splendid condition, as also Is a house
of Brunner for Easter week.
AmoDV Growerfl.
after chrysanthemnms, he does not bsiieve
it pays, as so much bloomlnt; time is lost
early in the season, and while one house
of Scott planted In that way this season Is
now looking splendid, the practice will not
be carried out another season. A new red
seedling, of thecolorof Portia, but a much
better flower, is being largely grown and
has proved very successful. That some
are too hasty in throwing out unhealthy
plants has been proven ou this place this
season. Ddlla Fox looked very b^id early
In the season. Most of them were thrown
out, but those left in have done very well,
having grown perfectly healthy and pro-
duct d very good flowers. Van Leeuweu is
a variety grown largely here, and Is pro-
nounced to be the best keeper, when cut, of
any. All stock is in perfect health, and
there will be a large crop for Easter.
Samuel J. Bunting is now devoting his
chief attention to Easter stock, of which he
is growing a large quantity, consisting of
lilies, hydrangeas, azaleas and spiraeas. The
plants are in good trim. Around the car-
nation benches gladioli are planted. These
look right for Easter, all light colored
varieties being grown. Another novelty
tried this year is a batch of peonies. These
are In 6 in. pots, in which they were potted
last spring, and grown on during summer,
plunged in a cold frame. After they died
down in Fall they were covered lightly for
Winter protection until brought in. They
10,
mil PiDDis loi Eisiei.
LILIUM LOF«eiFLORIJin, AZALEAS, HYDRAN-
GEAS, SPIRAEAS, RHODODEMDROPiS, assorted
ROSES, I.1LACS, and HYACINTHS in pans and pots.
Al.-io a linr healtliy l.it of CARNATIONS from flats; Daybreak^
Wm. Soott, Lizzif MoGowan, Tidal Wavi- and Minnie Cook.
PRICES ON APPLICATION.
C. STEINHOFF,
West Hobokeu, N. J.
are now well set with bud and look right
for Easter. The azaleas are being kept in
an outside frame, having one steam pipe
around it for cold nights. Lilies are a
very good lot, in 0 in. pots, of fair heights,
being hard and well flowered. On this
C lace are two new short span-to the south
ousea. At present no perceptible differ-
ence is noted in growth of plants over
those in old-style houses, but the new
houses are certainly much lighter, and
should thereby be better adapted for
flowering plants.
( John Shellem, who has been steadily
building the past three years, has now an
etstabliishment of fourteen houses, most of
them 200 feet long, where he grows a large
assortment of plants and flowers mostly tor
his owu store trade. In roses he grows teas
exclusively, chiefly Bridesmaid and Bride,
wi h a house of Kaiserln lor summer and fall
work. In carnations he has a large assort-
ment, including all the newer varieties.
Delia Fox was seen here doing splendidly,
producing long, stiff stems, with excellent
flowers. Scott, Cartledge and McGowan
are the main crop varieties. Jubilee has
done fairly well, and will be grown more
next seafion. Palms and rubbers are largely
grown for store trade, although the sale
of the latter has fallen off very much the
past year. Crotons are being grown largely
for bedding-out plants, and a good many
are potted in jadoo, in which they are sur-
passing those in soil. Hydrangeas have
also been tried in this material and have
done better than in soil. In one of the
houses a bench of Carnot roses was noticed.
.\ house will be grown next season.
David Rcst
The Chrysanthemum Show of the Penn-
sylvania Horticultural Society will be held
in Horticultural Hall November 9-13, in-
clusive. The report of the Committee on
Establishing Premiums, namely, Thomas
Cartledge, W. Atlee Burpee, John G. Gard-
ner and W. K. Harris, recommended the
adoption of the schedule for 1896 for the
show of 1897, with the omission of a few
classes which failed to attract. The sum
total of premiums to be offered for the
coming show is $2003, and to be divided :
Chrysanthemum plants, $343; chrysanthe-
mum flowers, $409; foliage and flowering
plants, ferns, etc., $7B5; roses, carnations,
violets, etc., $292; fruits, $114; vegetables,
$80 In addition to these, the usual special
prizes are offered.
Copies of the premium list may be had
from David Rust, Secretary, at Horticul-
tural Hall.
Knoxville, Tenn.
Chas. W. Cbooch has, with the majority
of his southern friends, missed it with the
Marie Louise violets this season, but has
made a big hit with California and Lux-
onne. It looks as if the single violet has
come to stay. Although so common in
some sections, had the double variety been
depended on, growers would be badly left.
Beauty is grown in successive stages.
Bride and Bridesmaid on solid beds are
very flne, while the new house built late
in the Fall, and planted with Scott and
Daybreak carnations, is hard to beat.
Mr. Crouch the coming Summer will re-
build three houses, 100x25, and add two or
three more new ones. His business Is in-
creasing so fast that the thirteen houses
he now has will not grow enough flowers
to supply the demand.
C. L. BAUM Is sending in some well-
grown carnations, and expresses himself
well content with season's business.
It would astonish many of my friends
in the North if they could see the immense
number of flowers we cut each day. The
weather here is beautiful, and we go
around in our shirt sleeves, and feel quite
comfortable at that. I will describe an
up to-date florist's establishment down
South in another Issue, which will no
doubt interest many. The violet disease
is here, and is only seen among the
doubles ; the California Is doing splendidly
and is perfectly clean.
Cleveland.
Trade Notes.
Trade with some of the retail deal-
ers is reported fair, while with others it
remains very qniet. The usual period of
dullness that accompanies the Lenten
season manifests itself to a considerable
degree, and in consequence lower prices
and an abundance of stock are the result.
A few orders for funeral and decorative
work are coming in, and these, of course,
use up a small share of stock.
The supply of roses is moderate. Of
American Beauty no good stock Is offered;
tea roses sell fairly well and bring 75c. to
$2 00 per dozen. Some very flne blooms of
Brunner, grown by Mr. Gasser, were
seen. Dutch bulb stock finds slow sale
and prices are very low. Hyacinths bring
75s. to $1.50; tulips and narcissus, 40o. to
750. Harrisii and callas sell at $1 00 to
$2.00; violets, 75c. and $1.00 per 100; valley,
50c and 75c. per dtzen.
Carnations are in good supply and the
best stock brings but 23c. to 35c.
irholes&le Notes.
Growers experience considerable
difficulty in finding market for their pro-
ducts and the prices realized are exceed-
ingly low.
Carnations, best stock, bring but COc. to
75c. per 100; hyacinths, $3 00 to $5 00; tu-
lips and narcissus, $1.50; violets, 35c. per
100; valley, $2.00; mignonette, very best,
$2 00; Harrisii and callas, 60c. a dozen;
roses, from $2 00 to $0 00.
Here and There.
Frank Wiedner, who for four years
Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Gasser, who for
several weeks past have been traveling
through the South, are now in Atlanta.
Ga., and are expected home within the
next couple of weeks.
Carl Hagenburger, Mentor, O., was ad-
mitted to membership of the Florists'
Club at the last meeting.
Visitors in town were H. A. Bunyard,
representing Pitcher & Manda, and A. T.
Boddington, New York. G. A. T.
Cambridge, Mass.
W. E. Doyle is forcing some flne speci-
men hydrangeas, the demand for which
promises to be as good at Easter as here-
tofore. Lilacs are first class, but go off
slowly, being used chiefly for store decora-
tion. A big batch of longiflorum Is In ex-
cellent shape.
F. C. Becker reports a very satisfactory
run on flowering stock of late. He has a
file full of orders tor Nephrolepls bostou-
iensis as a result of his advertising in the
Exchange. W. M.
For Sale.
LOCUST POSTS,
in different sizes, at 6 to 8 cts, per
foot ; delivered F. O. B. cars at
station here.
JAMES R. • PITCHER, Short Hills, N. J.
Would Sell the Earth.
Clay Center, March 23, '»7.
SITUATIONS WANTED.
Rate, 10 cents per line M TKE FLORIST'S PCMAWCe
Carnot.
It Grows!
It Blooms!
It Sells!
strong, healthy plants (none finer),
out of 2}i inch pots, ready for im-
mediate shift in larger size.
PRICE:— $3-<»o per do*.
15.00 " zoo.
125.00 " 1000.
ERNST G.
ASM US, West Hoboken,
/RITINO MENTION THE FLORISTS'
N. J.
Indianapolis.
Anthony Wikgand has long considered
the advisability of raising a batch of
palms from cjrtala to certain sizes, pur-
chasing good horns-grown stock, with
which to experiment. The result of one
season has been so satisfactory that, with
the same feeling which one has of a great
cure, he Is anxious to tell It for the benefit
of others. His method Is very similar to
that of the Belgians, with the exception
that in this case the plants are planted out
in beds for one year, during which they
make rapid growth, and being planted
widely apart grow bushy as well as tall.
In early Fall they are taken up with a
nice ball, potted and plunged in a hotbed
frame, where they are allowed to remain
for a few weeks until rooted through,
being then transferred into a cool house to
harden off. This seems to be very satis-
factory, as no complaints have been re-
ceived of the several hundreds sold locally
this season. It is not a good system, how-
ever, for shipplag purposes, ai( the plants
bdiog tender, easily blemish and require a
hotbed on receipt to start them up, which
means considerable time and trouble.
H. W. RiEM AN has purchased his brother's
interest in the business, and Intends push-
ing the retail brsnch still more. He has a
good supply for Easter, particularly a fine
batch of cyclamen and primulas.
Bertebmann Bros, report a very satis-
factory season, especially in plants and dec-
orations. John is sending in some finely-
grown bulbous stock. W. M.
D
|ON'T delay. Send in your ad. for
our Spring Special at once.
Fiii© HCeaXttLy Stocis; of
Bnnes, lains, . .
. . Penes, pieieors,
From 2y incli pots, ready tor shifting, $4.00
per hundred.
JOHN HENDERSON CO.
Flushing, N. Y.
WHEN WRmNO MEHTIOM THg rLOHISTS- CTCHANGt
ROSES.
Itosee. StroDK plants, 2!^ 1
$2U.00f
8llene
Archduke Cliarlea
)ucli. de Brabant
Sracat Itlrtz
EtMIe de I.ron
folkeatone
gi'o^w-F-.a^Sr'^'
Sombreull
La Paccole
La Princesa V era 'I'he Uaeen
M. NIel Victor Hugo
HIBISCUS, rosel--""' -'"^ -- -
TERMS CASU WITH ORDBR.
R.H.MURPHEY,Urbana,Oliio.
LOOK HERE President Carnot
The rollowlng plants are in 1
li OSES, out ot 2 In. pots. Bride
«2 5U per 100; »20 00 per lOOO; A
1 with this rose at the
iNov
Perle. „ith stems from 3i^ to 4 ft. long. We h«ve a
mixed 'Perng,'o.;t'of 'ijiln. pots, « 00 per 100. floe stock of own roots and grafted plants.
iHarie l.ouiae ViolelS rooted runners. 50c Write (or prices.
per 100 : »j.00 per lOOn. Terms Cash or C. O. D. W.W.COLES
C. MERKEL & SON, iWentor, Ohio. Maple Hill Rose Farm, " - - KOKOIWO, IND.
■lEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORIST'S CXCHANGC
Kelley's Florists' Sliears
and Flower Gatherer.
Circular tree- FI-OKISTS
SlIEAU CO., Fremont, Ohio.
SPECIAL FINE STOCK
-HROSESH-
S-lnch pots, ready for 3-iucli.
AM. BEAUTIES --^^-hpots.
F) A ¥ T\l\ ^Z Arecas, Kentias, Latanias.
*^-^*-'-^''^ See large ad last week.
JOSEPH HEACOCK, Wyncote, Pa.
PRESIDENT CARNOT
NEW ROSE OF THE SEASON
Al stock now ready at $15.00 per 100, or $125.00 per 1000.
Also all the standard varieties of Roses now ready in Al stock. Also
Carnations and Chrysanthemums.
JOHN N. MAY, Summit, New Jersey.
CHAS.W.REIMERS
LOUISVIILE, Kr,
ROSES.
thilde Sonperl,
"carnations
PALMS.
5 Characterized
es bJt;b,3cbarac-
REINBERG BROS.
Strong, Healthy I^OSES From lYz inch pots.
AMERICAN BEAUTY $5.00 per 100; $40.00 per 1000
GOLDEN GATE. PERLE BELLE SIEBRECHT. METEOR, BRIDE, BRIDESMAID, KAISERIN
and LA FRANCE, $3.00 per 100; $25 00 per 1000. No orders for less than 100 of ore variety
accepted. We are the laritest Rose growers in the United States, and can fill all orders with the
very best stock. TESTOUT, $3.00 per 100; $30.00 per lOOD.
Rose CuttltiKS, $1.50 per 100; American Beauty, $2,so per 100.
CARNATIONS-Rooted Cuttings.
IVORY and DELLA FOX $3.00 per 100; $35.00 per 1000. ROSE QUEEN, $2.50 per 100; $80.00 per 1000.
WM. SCOTT, DAYBREAK, NANCY HANKS, TIDAL WAVe, ALBERTINI, PORTIA, LIZZIE
GILBERT, CORSAIR, LIZZIE MoOOWAN, STORM KING and SILVER SPRAY.
$1.00 per 100 ; $8.00 per lOUO. No orders tor less than 100 of any one variety accepted.
Special Prices on large lots. The above stoclj is well rooted and free from rust. Send orders to
51 TVABASH AVE., CHICAGO, ILI^S.
WHEN WRiTina rtlENTION THE Fl-OHIST'S EXCHANGS
Bride
Bridesmaid
PerleB des Jardins
Kaiserin Aneusta Victoria
Pierpont Morgan
Belie Siebrecht
Meteor
Cash wirn Ordbe.
W^M. C. SMITH,
6ist and market Sts., Pblla.
5 00 40 00
A FEW THOUSAND MORE
Biidesjaiiliiagd Penes
than I shall need for my own use.
Grand plants in 21^ pots, at |5.00
per 100. Who wants them ?
CASH WITH ORDER.
BENJAMIN DORRANGE, ""Ter."""
sterling American Novelty, tiie
WHITE COCHET
om Maman Cocliet, which i
of its parent ; its
no doubt it will prove
out-of-door rose up to d
Price, per dozen, froi
" 100,
All Orders Uast
J. COOK,
Baltimore, Md.
RrriNC MENTION THE FtORIST'S EXCHANGE
. . . ROSHS . . .
From 3^ In. pots, strong and in excelU'Dt shape,
J2.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000.
Bride. Bridesmaid, H. M. StanieF. I>I. NIrl,
AiarieGullloI. Mary WaahlnKton, Louis
Ricbard, Pinic ^4aupe^t. Crimson
Rambler and Clolhilde Sonperl.
EMPRESS OF CHINA-TheneweverbloomlDE
hardy pink Climblnc Rose, grows as rapidly as a
Mornlnft Glory; bound to become popular. 13.00 per
100: »25.00 per 1000.
...GERANIUMS ...
The very best varieties, strontr plants, from 2U In.
pots, ready to shift to « In., »2.50 per 100; »20 per 1000.
Helerantta, I.e Piolet, .Jas. Y. Murlilnnd,
Grand Chancellor. Lit Pavorite,
Mrs. Chas. Pease, California.
OnrNewSeediint Geranium, John A. Doyle
—Bound to take the place of Heteranth and other
size of flower, freedom of bloom, and is of a decided
branching habit; In short it has ail the good qual-
ities that EO to make up the ideal Bedding Ger-
anium. H.OO por 100; »35.00 per 1000.
J. A. DOYLE, - Springfield, Ohio.
The F=i-orisxs* Exchange.
303
iiiil'siiiiiiiil^ii^iiiggiiiiii
Ten Degrees Below Zero
OR
AQLAIA
YELLOW RAMBLER
in om- Dursories llie past Winter, tlius proving it to bo
cvpn hardier than we had supposed.
A Hardy Yellow Climbing Rose
is wliat everyone lias waiilod lor yi^ars ami Aglaia is,
tlicrofori', an inimeusciv ini|">rtaiit introdurtion.
150 Blossoms in a Bunch
liave frequently been produced by the Yellow Ramliler,
tor it has the same manner of blooming in splendid big
clusters as does the Crimson Rambler to which it is a
splendid companion rot:^o and probably related. The
color Is a ell 'ar .1. .-111. (1 \ i-l|.i\\ ; I hr il,n\,T- .)!' moderate
size, very I'r.-i:; .i i; > <'lvs. The
habit of growl I h.-d plants
making shoof s .'il'!!; ;-. i .■;• h'l'i hiyii in :i -riisou.
We are the Introducers
of tills rose in this country, having been so appointed
by Mr. Peter Lambert, the originator.
We are also prepared to offer plants of two other
valuable climbing roses :
EUPHROSVNE or PINK RAMBLER
Color a clear light red ; otheiwise very similar to Aglaia.
THALIA or WHITE RAMBLER
I'liri' while; same style and lial)it as Aglaia.
WE WflUT ElfERl FLOP
WE WILL SEjD FBEE OF BHflBBE
a beautiful coloritype plate illustrating the Aglaia, to-
gether with- 100 handsome descriptive circulars with
name and address stamped upon them. Send at once.
Price for strong plants from 2^A inch pots,
Send for our Trade Lists of other Roses and General Stock.
jmH I PERIllilS CO.
NEWARK, Wayne Co., NEW YORK.
g
I ^ ROSES ^ I
strong Young Plants, 2,' -inch Pots.
QUAI^ITY OF STOCK GUARANTEED.
^
FOLLOWING
LIST, «2.25 per too
S20.00 per lOOO
^
Bride
/Indre Scliwartz
Mme. Elie Lam-
Bridesmaid
Safrano
bert
^
Mine. J. Schwartz
PinU Soupert
Crown Princess
d
Marie I.anibert
Marie Van Houtte
Victoria
^z
Coquette de I.yoii
Marie Gulllot
Climbers
f~
Clothllde Soupert
Etoile de Lyon
^2
lirand Ductless
Bon Slleue
^z
Hilda
Richard
Mary W^ashinKton
^=
Ductless of Ediu.
Lady ■Warrender
Cli. Devoniensis
p
I>urtr
Marquis de Vivian
Lamarque
President
RizaduParc
Henriette
^
La Pactole
Camoens
M. Kiel
^
FOLLOWING LIST, $2.75 per lOO
S25.00per lOOO.
%
Herinosa
Chromatella
Sen. McNauKhton
Bral>ant
C. Coolt
Maman Cochet
1
Merinet
Mme. F. Kruser
Asrippina
Snow Flake
Louise de La Rive
Mme. W^elche
The Queen
Rubens
P
Mme. Manlier
AlPd Rougremont
vellow Hermosa
Lucullus
J. B. Varrone
Miss Wenn
^
Purple China
Folkestone
Malmalson
^
CLIMBERS.
^z
C. Ua France
Mme. C. Custer
Solfaterre
^
Prairie Queen
-W. A. Richardson
Aususta
^
§
FOLLOWING LIST, $3.25 per lOO;
S30.00 per lOOO.
Mme. Hoste
Perle des Jardlns
Mme. C. Xestout
s~
Golden Gate
Sunset
Kiiphetos
1
Mrs. De Graw
Meteor
Christine de ISoue
Beautelnconstaut
W-ootton
Duchess of Albany
Gontler
Kaiserin Augusta
Belle Siebrecht
^
La France
Victoria
Mme. P. Morgan
^
CLIMBERS.
^
Cllniblne Perle
. 1S3.25 per 100; S30.00 per 1000
Gloire de Dijon .
. . «3.SO per lOO
E
Crimson Raml>ler
Write 1
1
or prices on 3 and 4-Inch stock.
%
$3 00 per 100.
GERANIUMS saoopenoo
Heteranthe
White Swan
De Brazzee
E
Emerson
Mountain of Snow-
Re Umberto
I,e contable
Harriet Tliorpe
Gripper Banks
E
Emily de Girardin
Gold Du.st
S. A.Kutt
variety, our selection. $25.00 per 1000.
^: Geo Bramhall isiveus The Queen ^»
^= Golden Gate Major BonnafTon Enfant des deux Z^
CI Ivory Xitian Mondes 13
t^ M. Aristee Inter-Ocean Col. W. B. Smith =^
^ Fine variety, our own selection S2.00 per 100. =^
^ $3.00per 100. HELIOTROPES SS.OOper 100. ^
Albert Deleau
BEGONIAS S4.00perl00 ^
M. de Lesseps
ArKentea Guttata
Mouiie
$4.00 per 100.
President Carnot
^Vettstelnil
Robert George
$3.00 per 100.
Bertha C. Rocher Sandersoiil
Alba Perfecta Multiflora
Rex Begonias In variety, 54. <
Thurstoni
Clementina
Mme. Xreyoe
S2.50 per 100 r^
TERMS: Cash with Order.
THE NATIONAL PLANT CO.
DAYTON, OHIO, U. S. A.
304
The F^lorists' ExcHMNCSe.
K. ALLEN,
I Wholesale Commis
jCUT FLOWER SJ
* 8r W. 28th St., New York. |
I OWers bj mall or teleKi-aph [
W. S. ALLEN,
17 West 28th St., New York.
CarreBpbHdence Solicited.
FITZGERALD & HAMMOND,
(Late With "Theo. Roehbs),
Whele*«l* Oemmlssion Dealers In
Cut Flowers,
115 West 30th Street,
Consignments Sollciled. NEW YORK.
FORD BROS.
WHOLESALE FLORISTS,
111 West 30th Street,
NEW YORK.
Coiisijmonta So'lci;ed. - Telephons 260 3Stli St
WM. H. CUNTHER,
Wholesale Florist I
VIOWtS AND CARNATIONS A SPECIALTY.
Consignments Solicited.
30 West 29th St., New York.
Teleplione, 2300-38th Sire
MICHAEL A. HART.
Wholesale & Commission Florist,
118 W. 80th St., New York.
H. A. HOFFMANN
Wholesale Florist
54 W. 38th St., NEW YORK.
Telephone Call, 1847 II
American Beauties, Carnations, Wliite Violets,
Specialties. CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED.
EDWARD C. HORAN,
WHOLESALE • FLORIST,
No. 34 W. 29th St.. New York.
JULIUS LANG,
Wholesale Florist
53 WEST 30tli ST.
Consignments Solicited. NEW YORK.
FRANK niLLANQ,
Wliolesale Gommission Dealer
CUT FLOWERS, SMILAX, and PERNS. HARRISII, CALLAS.
TOL,IPS, HYACINTHS, ROSES, CARNATIONS, VALLEY,
DAFFODILS, ETC.
i'e are ready to quote prices on all Cut Flowers. All orders promptly attended to. Write us
'W. E. LYI«CII, 19-21 Randolpli St., Ctaicagro, III.
WMEM WBfTINQ MENTION THE FUimSTS' EXCHAWOE
BASSETX Sc ^WTASMBURN,
Growers and Wholesale Dealers in GUT FLOWERS.
We grow the finest of Ameriean Beauties and other Roses. Also choice
selected Valley all the year round. Carnations, Smilaz, Adiantum, etc.
fresh cut. Long: Distance Telephone, Main 223.
88, 90, 92 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO, III
.fancy and special.
Jacqueminot . . .
K. A.Victoria.,
La France, eitn
Mrs. P. Morgftn . .
NiptietOB, HOBte..
h Ooutler
Pei'le. .
■ grades
« ( White. . . .
* Stanbabd J Pink
2 Vaeidtikb 1 Red
t- ( Yel. 4 Varie
5 •Fanot (White....
tt (The high.rt 1 Pink
< ffrades of stand- ) Red
9 ardTOrietles.) (Tel.tVari
I N0TKLTM8
CiTTLETAB -
LiLiBs, Longiflorum
Lily OF THE VAiLBY
MlONnNRTTW . ......
Narcibbub, Von Sion
Golden Spur
Roman Htaoihtbb
Nbw Iobk
Mar. 26. 1897. Mar. 24, 1897 iMar.
35.00 to 60.00 .... I
20.00 to 35.00 30.00 t
Chioaoo St. Loins
1897. Mar. 21. 18»7. Mar. 24, 1897.
10.00 to 26.00
8.00 to 12 00
;.oo to 20 00
8. no to 20.00 6.00 to 1
1.00 to 10.00 4.00 to 8.1
.76 to 1.50 9.(
a. 00 to 3
a. 00 to 8
1.00 to 2.00
8.00 to 10 00
For Priced of Fancy and Special Stocli aee our
Prices are tor quantities ot one hundred u)
'ices quoted above are given only after very car
ntee their accuracy, they will be found praoticaliy c(
Wliolesale Growers of Cut Flowers.
. . . . . 500,000 Feet of Glass.
We can fill all orders on short notice with all leading varieties of ROSES and
CARNATIONS. We are headquarters for fine AMERICAN BEAUTIES.
(jive us a trial and convince yourself.
SALESROOM 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO, III.
WHEN WRITING MENTION 1
SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, "^l^orM^t":^
...FINE... r^r^i TXTivTr^rfco now in. also good assort-
CROP OF BRUNNERS ^^^^^ n^'i^^^r^'-
We are still headquarters for finest and best varieties of CARI^IAXIONS.
I6I2-I6I4 Barker St. Bet. chestnut & Market sts. Philadelphia, Pa.
EASTER! APRIL IS^*^ EASTER! the new york cut flower co,
119-121 West 23d Street,
112-114 West 24th Street,
ilspione 733, ISth St., N EW YORK.
THB LAROEST OBALCRS IN OUT
. . . FLOWERS IN THE WORLD . . .
Illinois Cut Flower Co.,
J. B DEAMUD, Manager.
WHOLESIILE COMMISSION FLORISTS,
59 Wabash Ave., Chicago.
Consignments Solicited.
KENNICOTT BROS. GOMPANY,
Wholesale 'Cut 'Flowers,
88 '^Vabasb Avenue,
CHICAGO, ILL.
WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY.
PURDV & BLAUVELT,
■frholesalbi and Commission Dealers in
dUT FLOWERS
MAISEHHAIS riEN TEOMIIS A SFEJIALTT.
57 WEST 30th STREET,
A. & R ROLKER,
IMtiOLESALl: DEALERS IN
CUT FLOWERS
53 "West 28tl» St.
Telephone 2379 38th St. NEW YORK.
in£. P. SHERIDKN
Wholesale OommlBlon Denier In *
CUT FLOWERS
39 Weat iiSth St., New York.
tfelephone, 21«-38th St.
PRICE LIST SENT ON APPLICATION.
FBAMB H. TBAB]n>I,T. ohablbs bohemck. ^
TRAENDLY t SGHENGK,
Wholesale Florists,
38 W. 28lh St, atid CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE.
NEW YORK.
Telephone 961-181 h St.
* »arCon8igrnmentB Solicited.
John young.
Wholesale Y\m%
61 WEST 28th ST.,
SteW 1?0»8.
WM. J. BAKER,
Wholesale Florist
1432 So. Penn Square,
Philadelphia. Pa.
DUMONT & CO.,
WHOLESALE FLORISTS
CARNATIONS A SPECIALTY.
No. 1305 Filbert St., Philadelphia. I
EDWARD REID,
Wholesale Florist
iFI.VEST lAlilETIES:
Roses, Carnations, Violets.
No. 40 South Sixteenth Street,
Philadelphia.
CHARLES. W. McKELLAR,
69 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO.
loble Wssion FUst.
' AH consig-nmenta and orders intrusted
to our care will be given prompt and care-
ful attention. Ed. F. Winterson, Mgr.
MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANCC WHEH WRITINO MENTION THB PlOlllSr* CXCHANGt
The F=lorists* Exchhngi
305
Wholesale Florists
JOBBERS IN
FLORIST'S
SUPPLIES.
FLORISTS' VASES.
84 HAWLEY STREET, • BOSTON.
TOBACCO STEMS
CEORCE MULLEN,
Wholesale and Commission Dealer in
Best Btnck and lowest prices. Orders by
graph promptly attended to.
GEORGE MULLEN 18 Chapman Place. Boston.
CEO. A. SUTHERLAND,
SOCCEBSOn to WM. J. STiWAHT,
CUTFLOWEHSindFLOmnUPFLIES
WHOLESALE.
67 Bromfield St., Boston, Mass.
City Hall Cut Flower Market
WELCH BROS^Props.
iven Space
growers wishing
to sell their own goods.
Flowers Shipped to all Points.
...SEND FOR PRICE 1.IST...
W. EI.l,ISON,
Wholesale Gut Flowers,
Florist Suppllei. WIr* Designs.
2744 Franklin Ave., ST. LOUIS, KO.
CHAS.G.FLECKENSTEIN,
Wholesale Flowers,
1323 Pine Street,
...ST. LOUIS, MO.
C. A. KUEHN,
> ELLISON &; KUEHN,
WHOLESALE FLORIST,
1122 Pine St., St. Louis, Mo.
A COMPLETE LINE OF WISE DESIGNS.
C. W. WORS,
Wholesale Florist,
313 N. LEFriNGWELL AVENUE,
ST. I^OCIS, MO.
PINE ROSES— Snipped carefully to all
TRY US
ROSES, CARNATIONS,
AND V40LETS ...
WM. F. KASTING , , ,
495 Washington Street, Commission
BUFFALO. N.
ROGERS PARK FLORAL CO.,
WliolssaleliMsotlliilFkrs
ornCE AND SALESROOM,
41 WABASH AVE., CHICAGO.
Headquarters for AMERICAN BEAOTIES.
75 Cts. per lOO lbs.
Bales weigh about ^
wmm FLUpsus wus,
strings, 8 to 10 feet 1
50 ctB. each.
hipped to any part of
W, HC. ELLIOTT,
IBx'xglxliou., 1^/LsiSS.
IHG MEWTIOH 1
: FLORISTS' EXCHA
SMILAX FOR EASTER I American Dahha Society.
fily 1.5c. per string. Get
ur orders early. Casli witli order.
. J. BALD^VIN, ISe-warfe, Ohio.
QALAX LEAVES SSd
LEUCOTHOE SPRAYS .
EASTER
WIIOL,ESAL,E FI.OIIISTS
The annual Spring meeting of this So-
ciety was held at Philadelphia, Wednesday
evening, March IT, President Kift in the
cbalr. Treasurer Burton reported the
I Society to be In a prosperous condition,
I with a lari^e balance in the treasury.
I R)bert Craig was made an honorary mem-
I ber. The following officers were unani-
mously elected : Robert Craig, pre-^ident ;
Henry F. Michell, vice-president; E. Clif-
■on Taylor, 4827 Main St., Germantown,
Pd,, secretary; Frank C. Burton, treasurer;
A. Blanc.chalrman of executive committee.
Henry Eicke, of New York City ; C. W.
Ward, Qaeeni, N. Y., and Samuel Moon,
Morrisville, Pa., were elected to member-
CUX J^OSHS.
Fine BRIDE, BRIDESMAID
and PERLE on short notice.
Give us a trial.
THE N&TIOJiiL PUNT CO.. Dayton, Ohio
vHEN wnrriNO mention the florist-s exchangi
^t^
Anything
ROSIES' ^'jg
Cut- flowers'
Florists Seeds ^ > .^^
E.HI.H.UNT. s Uke Ji CHICAGO
M. RICE &CO.,
ImporterB and Maoufacturere of
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
25 N. 4tli St., Philadelphia, Pa.
NEW FALL CATALOGUE NOW READY.
YOU NEED
WIHE WORK
WE ARE LARGE MANUPACTCREKS
IN THIS LINE.
Get our Low List and Save Money.
ELLIS & POLLWORTH,
[ 75. Milwaukee, Wis.
:N IWRITING mention the FLORIST'S EXCHANQf
Ship.
The
'he following gentlemen were appointed
I committee on Constitution and By-Laws
-Robert Kift, D ivld Rust and E. Clifton
Taylor.
Mr. Ward was appointed a member of
t.be executive committee In place of J. D.
Elsele, resigned.
The schedule committee was instructed
to have the schedule printed not later than
April 15.
The annual Fall exhibition will be held
TuB-iday and Wednesday, September 21
dnd 22, at a hall to be decided upon later.
The meeting adpurned to convene In
regular session, September 21,1897.
E. Clifton Tatlor, Secretary.
Newport, R. I.
At the Horticultural Society's meeting,
held on the evening of the lOtb inst., John
K M. L. Farquhar, of Boston, repeated
the lecture which he, a few weeks ago,
delivered before the Boston Gardeners and
Horlsts' Club on "A Recent Trip Through
Europe." The lecture was Illustrated by
means of the stereopticon, the Instrument
being operated by James Farquhar. At
the close the unanimous thanks of the
society was voted to the Messrs. Farquhar
or their most Interesting entertainment.
Unfortunately the attendance of the mem
hers was not what it should have been,
being outnumbered by the visitors.
( In Thursday, March 11, President Adam
Graham, secretary Wm. J. Stewart and
John N. May, members of the executive
committee of the Society of American
Florists, waited upon the secretary of
Newport Horticultural Society with the
cheering information that the committee,
at Its meeting held in Providence, had voted
to place one dozen medals, six of silver and
six of bronze, at the disposal of the New-
port Society, for an exhibition of plantsand
flowers to be held here in August at the
time of the S. A. F. convention. And, in
aldition, Mr. May will offer a special
premium, not specified, and suggests that
it be offered for a collection of cannas in
tub.s.
A meeting of the Executive Committee
of Newport S iciety will be held on S itur-
day evening, t'ne 20;h, to consider the
With such an offer the probability is
that there will be a grand show of new
and rare plants at that time.
A. MacLellan.
Toronto.
John H. Dunlop has already booked
several orders for the White Bougere rose
and carnation Ontario. The carnation is
a flue variety, well adapted for design
work. The rose is an every day variety,
and is to the nlnk Bougere what Bride is
to Mnrmet Toe cut and description in
'he Exchangk do not do the subjects
justice; they sliould be seen to be inlly
appreciated. Mr. Dunlop will have a
grand cut for E vster. I doubt if his stock
ever looked better than at the nre"ent
time. W. M
VOUR Trade List printed in tiie
■ " Florists' Exchange Spring Spe-
cial " will goto 9000 live business
men.
JOHN GONLET & SON,
HANUFAOrORERa <
TIN FOII.,
2 and 1 Domlnlck Street,
NEW YORK.
CHOCOiATE COOLER CO.
GRAND RAPIDS, MIOH.
FLORIST'S BEFniGEBlTOilS.
Send for Clrcalar.
Boston Florist Letter Co.
N. F. McCarthy, Treas. & nanager.
..'iSMlI'i. BOSTON, MASS. „ nVy,"";,.
MEYER GREEN SILKALINE.
Uied for Stritgii? SWLiS iid AS'ASiOUS,
W. C. KRICK'S
PLOH18T8'
luMielle Letters,
\ ,j|^p d'lK. Sample pair 10c.
W. C. KRICK, 1287 Broadway,Brooklyn,N.Y.
! FLORISTS' EXCHANOC
306
Thb F=i-orists' Exchange.
Clear Cypress
Greenhouse flaterial.
This with us means the best growth of Cypress Lumber and
the best grade of that growth ; and from this grade all the sap —
bright sap, which only experts can detect — as well as stained sap,
knots and other defects cut out. Others do not equal our quality
if they do beat our prices. It is not hard to see the reason : You
can not buy gold dollars at fifty cents each. Experienced growers
know that the best is not too good and cheapest in the long run.
Lockland Lumber Co.,
LOCKLAND, O.
. JACKSON. Su
JACKSON BROS.
irt PIPE WORKS. Bain OBt., 11 THIBl
[lulacturer of and Dealer in Agrrif
Pipe. Red Pressed Bri.
TiJe.Rosendale and Portland
Established 1825
Lime, Plaster,
> "t ^ zi d £1, r> d.
■lo"vsr^r
*o-ts.
S«nd for our Now Prioo LIftI with oxtra disoounlo. All our Pots, from 7 In. and upwards, have
our Patont Eioolslor Bottom, which is a great advantage, aa it insures perfect drainage.
A FULL LINE OF BULB PANS.
THE WHILLDIN POTTERY 00., 713 to 719 Wharton Street, PHILADELPHIA.
BRANCH HOUSES:
THE FLORISTS'
FLOWER POTS^.^
We':nre MnnufaclurinK a Full Line of
STANDARD FLOWER POTS and HANGING BASKETS
OF THE BEST QUALITY.
I trial. Send for Price List.
Address THE SYRACUSE POTTERY CO., 403 N. SiLINA ST., SYRACUSE, N. Y.
» MEHTIOW THt fUBIST-a OCMAWCt
J "tEND FOB OUR NEW CATALOGUE, WHICH SHOWS }
jTle few MatiG Game veiitllaton
♦♦♦•
machine sent out will ope
.A.. Q. "^XTOXjI^ WEX.Z-
WXZ.COX CO.,
Newburgh, N.Y.
Mention paper.
WALKER'S EXCELSIOR FOOD
For House Plants.
An odorless. Boiuble preparation, eafy to handle
and in a couceotrated form.
mailed free with each package. Directione for ueiDg
and guaranteed analysis stated on every pacfaage.
PRICE— One-pound packajte, sufflclent for 2&
WeKrdio&dnnnrUrafnrLann Drpsslngra and Frrtlllzers.
Agents wanted everywhere. Liberal terms.
THE WALKER FERTILIZER CO.,
Clifton Sprinss, N. V.
[K YOU TVAPJX
A GOOD SASH LIFT
For a Very Little
For Descriptive Catalogue Bend (
J. D. CARMODY, Evansvllle, Ind.
WHeNWRrriNG*
Orna
, Seeds
agitators |
magitateJ
GROUND BONE
Absolutely Pure, $28.00 per ton.
HtJ^BIBESH. ZX^>S£I at Factory Prices.
H. F. LITTLEFIELD, 96 Coburn Ave., Worcester, Mass.
WHEN WRITINa MENTION THE flOIIISTS* EXCHANSC
Tme F=I-0RISTS' Exchknge.
307
LORD & BURNHAM CO.
HORTICULTURAL ARCHITECTS AND
BUILDERS,
STEAIW AND HOT IVATER HEATINC CKGINEERS.
Plans and Batlmates furnished on appltoatlon
Horticultural Architecture and Building.
6REEIIH0DSE HEflTIHe m VENTILRTIIII!.
:cture and Building.
Mention paper
ESTABLISHED 1644.
233 Msrcer Street, NEW YORK
FIVE PATTERNS OF BOILERS.
NINETEEN SIZES,
Perfect Sash Falsing ipparatus.
RosehouBC, Greenhouses, Etc., of Iron
Frame Construction erected complete
or the Structural Iron Work ship-
ped ready for erection.
Iron Frame Benches with the
" Perfect Drainage Bench Tile "
or Slate Topo.
•09TA0E FOR II^HrSTRAXED CAXAUOGUE.
Syracuse, N. Y.
The Central New York Hortloultnral
Society has issued the premium list for its
next chrysanthemum exhibition. The
amount in cash prizes has been Increased,
and some valuable specials have been al-
ready offered. The rules goveruini^ the
contest for the bicycle read as follows :
Special prize by E. C. Stearns & Co., tlOO
Stearns Yellow Fellow Bicycle, for a new
and distinctive yellow chrysanthemum
not yet disseminated, to be selected by a
representative of the Arm of E C. Stearns
& Co. from three plants, selected by the
Society's judge, from all plants entered for
this prize, and to be named " The Yellow
Fellow." Only plants in pots can be
entered for the above prize. The contest
is, of course, open to all.
The P. R. QniNLAN Co. have had an
elegant display of DendroblumWardlanum
in the window of their downtown store.
Some of the plants had immense spikes of
bloom, though only In 3-inch pots.
I notice in last week's issue a statement
that $50 had been appropriated by the
Central New York Horticultural Society
for the Fall show premium list. This is
Incorrect ; it should read $500.
James Blair, of Staatsburgh, N. Y., was
In town last week, and paid a visit to the
leading private and commercial establish-
ments.
A special meeting of the Central New
York Horticultural Society was called for
Saturday, March 20, to discuss the premium
list of plants and Bowers for the State
Agricultural Society. It was unanimously
agreed upon by the members to demand
the adoption of the old rates. Last year
the premiums were cut in half, in spite of
the protests of exhibitors. There is nothing
to commend the niggardly policy of the
department, as it is freely admitted that
the Horticultural building attracts fifty
per cent, more visitors than any other
section. If exhibitors stand by their Sat-
urday evening deci."ion, there will be
larger premiums or no exhibits.
John N. May, of Summit, N. J., had on
exhibition blooms of carnctions, Maud
Dean and Lily Dean, and Pres. Carnot
rose. These were very much admired by
the members, though Lily Dean received
the most attention.
Visitors la town — P. L. Atkins, of
Pitcher & Manda.
The weather is unusually mild for this
section, and it Is feared that some damage
will result later to fruit trees and other
crops. C. Barson.
Norwich, Conn.
S. Crane is very busy fitting out his
new grounds, which are nearly as large as
his present nurseries. He has ordered
from France seedlings and choice orna-
mentals to plant out the same. He claims
that close application to business and ad-
vertising In the Florists' Exchanoe has
had very much to do In creating his in-
creased trade.
A Generous Offer.
A Chicago florist makes a liberal offer
on a placard shown in his window. The
placard reads: " With every plant we sell
we give the earth."— Printers' Ink.
A PRIL 3 is the date set for tha
^ " Florists' Exchange Spring Spe-
cial." Don't miss it.
Ems' Isprovei Challenge.
Roller bearing, aelf-oilinir devise
automailo stop, aoltd link chala
makes Lhe IMPROVBD CHAL
LBNGE tbe most perfect appa
Quaker City Machine Co.,
RIOHSIOND, IMD.
Modern Greenhouse
Heating.
One of our boilers, 10,880 feet of two
inch pipe, and sixty tons of coal will heat
22,400 feet of glass (four 20x200 feet
double gable houses) to 65 degrees in
coldest Winter weather ; they have done
it, and will do it for you — we guarantee
it. Our boilers are not only the best of
their kind, but the best made. They have
the largest "firebright" direct surface,
are the easiest cleaned, handled and set
up ; and from engineering facta, they are
the ideal frictionless, economical water
heating boilers of our day.
Plenty's Horticultural Works,
148-156 Randolph Ave.,
JERSEY CITY,
GLASS
VANHORNE
For &REENH0U3ES, CONSERVATORIES
aRAPERIES, HOTHOUSES AND HOTBEDS, i i
GRIFFEN
GLASS
& CO.
Agents for CHAMBERS & McKEE CO.. Jeannette Brands American Glass.
3, 15 4 1TLA1GHTST.,«ND |\| B Uf YORK.
52, 54 4 56 VARICKST., IM C W I\/I1IV«
Importers of French Glass.
GLASS
FOR GREENHODSES, CONSERVATORIES, GRAPERIES, HOTBEDS
FLORISTS' USE GENERALLY, AT LOWEST RATES.
I_. HKRRIS
497 W. BROADWAY, NEW YORK,
GLASS!
For Greenhouses, Conservatories,
Graperies, Hotbeds and all other
purposes, at Lowest Rates.
N. COWEN'S SON 392 & 394 West Broadway, Now York.
Formerly 154 and ■
before buying Olass.
GLASS!
I 8o. Fifth At
Ilgu
MtUmatef freely Given.
t
CALIFORNIA RED CEDAR
A. DIETSCH S GO. 619 Sheffield Avenue, CHICAGO.
MANCFACTURKRS OF
RED CEDAR AND CYPRESS GREENHOUSE MATERIAL.
WHEN WKITINQ MENTION THE FIORISTS' EXCHANGE
1
STANDARD VENTILATING MACHINE.
NONE
EQUAL IT
NOTHING
Flimsy
308
The F=i-orists'
•XCHHNGl
"GOLDEN BEAUTY." NFW TANNA^ "JOHN WHITE."
New Yellow Canna, clear, bright j, ^E_^ ▼ ▼ ^rxVl jL ^^^.4^ The beautiful new variegated
color, massive flower, continuous
bloomer, vigorous grower, dwarf habit. As good as the best. I
50c. each; $4.00 per doz.; $35.00 per 100. READY NOW. I
leaf variety. Finest plant for all
decorative purposes produced in years. Stock in superb condition and
READY NOW. 75c. each; $7.50 per doz.; $50.00 per 100.
Also QUEEN CHARLOTTE, ALPHONSE BOUVIER, MME. CROZY, J. C. VAUGHAN, J. D. CABOS, EX. CRAMPBEL.
$1.00 per doz; $6.00 per 100. All from 4 inch pots. Cash or reference with orders. Circular and colored plate for the asking.
jroxXl^BT ^VirxXXTFES, XSllza.'betls., IVe^Pcr Jersey.
sorts. 2}(.-ln., stronir, per 100, tl.OO; Double Petu-
Dias, finest large fringed. 2-m.. strong, per 100, f S.OO:
Vlnca Tariesata, 2-in., strong, ver 100. 1S2 50
Cash with order. Express prepaid on 100 and more.
Wm. S- Herzoe, Littleton, N. J.
now THt n-ORiBT-a exchange
r ♦♦♦♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦«
E. G. HILL & CO., ♦
♦ Wholesale Florists,*
* ♦
RICHMOND, INDIANA. •
L "'
♦♦♦♦♦♦
CLARK BROTHERS,
Minuhctarors ani Printort cf
PAPER SEED BAGS
O; 97077 Doaerlptiit sicept Litbogripli Bijs.
61 ANN STREET, NEW YORK.
FERKS! FERNS!
Hardy cut terns, first
quality. 75 cts. per KOO.
Easter Laural Roping.
lOHAS COLLINS,
VERBENA KING
Cflfl (1(1(1 Rooted Verbena Cuttings, the
uuu,uuu gjj^gj varieties in cultivation, true
to name, 60 cts. per 100; $5.50 per 1000;
5000 for $25.00 ; 10,000 for $45.00, express prepaid.
No Ru§t or Mildew. Satisfaction guaran-
teed in every way. We are THE LARGEST
VERBENA GROWERS IN THE WORLD.
C. HUMFELD, Clay Cenlari Kansas.
SEND FOR LIST.
NOW IS THE TIME TO ORDER
FRESH SXOCK,
JUST ARRIVED.
Amiifydis Johnsonii,
Extra large bulbs.
Lilium Auratum,
9x11 only.
Send me your list of such stock you
will need the coming season, and I will
quote you my bottom prices for first-
class goods.
F. W. O. SCHMITZ,
JERSEY CITY, N. J.
WHEW wmmno mention the flohists' exchange
Pansies! Pansies!
50otB. per 100; «< 00 per 1000. per 1(1
Geraniums, rooted cuttings from sou. line
Geranliiin'9\'M'me! P'olYociiVJJiVn.'potsV.V.V.V.'. 2.H
Coleua. rooted cuttings 7;
VincaVar, " from soil 1.2!
Aeeratutn. dwarf blue and white, rooted cut-
tings from soil 7c
Aeeratum, dwarf blue and white, ili in. pots. l..^(
Heliotrope, rooted cuttlnas 1.01
Strobil anthea. rooted cuttinss ....1. 01
McGowao." Portia, Daybreak. Tidal Wave ..' 1.2f
Drai-iriia ludivlsn. 6 in. pots, fine plants. ...20.0(
Ivr Geraniums, InSJjSin. pots 4.C(
Oa«h tvlth order.
H, H. TIMERMAN.
25 Mandevllle SIreot. UTICA, N. Y.
I MtNTIOH THE
ryxsTTiT
(jmjTjEliS,
The Grandest Novelty
of the Season is
C. J. WARREN,
Yellow Sport from Madame Carnot.
Good hard plants in May, 2.53. each; trade.
21s. 61 , post tree, and other novelties described
in catalogue, post free, from
"\7V. "V^T" EI Hi Ij S ,
Chrysanthemum Specialist,
EARLSWOOD, - SURREY, ENGLAND.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
From 3>i5-in. pots, $2.00 per lOU.
The following are a few of our varieties: Wm.
Falconer, Pres. W. K. Smith, Domination.
Marguerite Jeffords, Niveus. Joev Hill, Wan.
lass. Mutual Friend, Latestr Fad, Bard, Enfant
des deux Mondes, Mrs. J. Geo. lis, Miss F. Pu
Fran
Cash with orde
G. W. WEATHERBY, - Chillicothe, Mo.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
Best stun
fron
Maud Dean. Pioii Ivory, M VVanamaker, L. Canning,
B. Dailledouze, L. Bashmer, Niveiis, The Queen. H.
Balsley. W. H. Lincoln. iTory. lora, at |:i.tO per 100
G. Chllds. Golden Wedding, Kda Prass, M. Hender.
son. at ti.OO per 100. Rooted cut lings at f LSO per 1( (
JOHN C. EISELE,
20th & Ontario Sts., PHILADELPHIA, PA.
TION THE FLORISTS* EXCHANGE
CHOICE STRONG KOOTS, $G Per 100.
I am
i^:^SAHTHEMUMS.
V^cS? ^«» flow ready, thoroughly well-
^ »9 Giroud, Marq. de Montmort, M.
irs. W. H. Rand. Merry Monarch.
lii-_ Glory of the Pactflc. MayBower.
3 W. W. ColeB. Mrs. P. Palmer. Maud
PiDk Ivory. Ermioilda. Miss M. M.
Johnaon, Helen Bloodgood. Mrs. H. McK.
Tffombly. J2.C0 per 100. The Queen. C. Cbal-
fant. Maj. BonDaffon. W. H. Lincoln. QlorioBum
Mutual Pripnd. Silver Cloud, Vlvland-Morel. Q.
W. Chllda, NiveuB, etc.. at $1 50 per 100. by mall.
Geraniums. 24 choice double and slnRle
Rlnaldo
scarlet, yellow.
mn, Beedlines, strong.
GEORGE J. HUSHED, Berlin, N.J.
4 WRITINQ MENTION THE
CARNATIONS
ties. Price on ap-
G. EISELE llthS Jefferson Sts. Phila Pa.
WHEW WRrriNO MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGt
■WELCH BROTHERS,
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
No. 2 Beacon street. - BOSTON.
Wire Deaiprns, Wheat Sheavee, Baakfts, Im-
mortelles, Cape Fliiwers, Cut Flowers, Boxes,
aud all other supplies, at prices to meet com-
petition.
MAMMOTH VERBENAS r
It S0H3, Clt; and Sieen Sts., UTICA. H.7
♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦«♦♦♦
hUGUSTROLKERiSONS:
♦ ♦
♦ Florists' Seed, Bulbs and Supplies. ♦
4 NEW 1897 SEED TRADE LIST
^ mailed free to aoplicaDts in the trade.
X EASTER BASKET BARGAINS.
♦ Wholesale only.
IStt Weft S4th Street.
P. O. Station E.
t^
York:
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^'^2Zr -Z' Yellow Monarch.
Japanese. Blonnis certificated at New York and Boston, October 7, 1896.
Now readv, from 2}^ inch pots, excellent stock. Price, |3.50 jier doz., $35.00 per 100.
DAILLEDOUZE BROS.,
(Klatbush.) BROOKLYN, N. Y.
HEW CAPE FLOWERS.
A. HERRMANN,
404-412 E. 34th St., Ne-w York,
Near Ferry.
Manufacturer of Floral Designs.
Importer and Dealer In Florists' Supplies.
Write for Catalngne. Free to the trade
Largest Stock in the Country.
All goods up to date, and of
, superior quaHty.
Send lor Illustrated Catalogue.
We are prepared to supply
aALAX * LEAVES
in any desired quantity.
H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.,
56 N. FOURTH STREET, PHILADELPHIA, PA
A Terrible Crash in
HARDY HERBACEOUS PLANTS.
Everything in perfect order and strictly true to name.
Achillea " The Pearl.'
JaponlcaaL_.
and Hybrida.
Anemone Japonlca alba, "Whlrlwlod
lacuBCre and maximum. 4
Boltonla latisgi
Chryeanthe'
Clematis r
Coreopsis
"Her Majesty "Pink
Euphorbia corollata.
Blue Day Lily (Ftaikia ovaU
Galllardla grandltlora.
GypBophylla panlculata.
Hellanchus laitlttoruB.
MasimlUana.
multlflorusfl pi.
HemerocalllB Dumortlfirll.
Heucheiia sangulnea.
" Crimson Eye " HIblBcus, 3
Double Hollyhocks.
PardanthuB slnenslB.
25.
Japan Irla, chc
'' " ml3
Dwarf IrlB (/. i
LychnlB.new double.
Tlscarla splendeDS fl. pi.
Monarda didyma splendens.
PseonlCB, choice named.
Phlox, choice named.
Mobs i»lnk.
PeoBtemon barbatua Torreyll.
Platyclodon grandlflora.
Pyrethrum nllilnoBum.
Statlce latlf oils.
Tradescantla Vlrglnlca.
Tunica saxlfraglca.
.000 I
»20. g
«■ I
2o: 1
i
raciiiima. 4. 35. m
aponlca var. 4. 35. ^
Nearly 100 other species almost as cheap. See our Trade List. ^
THE LOVETT CO., LITTLE SflLVER, N. J. |
/ipril 3. 1897.
The Plorists* Exchange.
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DREER'S
RELIABLB
SEEDS, PLANTS, BULBS, &c.
Our Quarterly Wholesale Price List, April issue,
has been mailed to all Florists. Should you not have
received a copy, we will be pleased to send one on receipt
of business card.
Special Offer of Plants for Easter Decoration.
a ^ A • ^ A fk We can still furnish a nne lot of ivel
AiiXLEAo. budded plants, in prime conditio
"^'^^^'^*^ for Easter flowering. 5 in. pots, 10
12 in. crowns, JS.OO per doz.; $40.00 per lOO. 6 in. pots, 13 to 1.5 i
crowns, $9.00 per doz.; $70.00 per 100.
ARAUCARIA EXCELSA.
KENTIA BELMOREANA.
pots, 5 leaves, 18 in. liiKh $0.7.')
KENTIA FORSTERIANA.
) leaves, 18 to 20in. high. 1
28 in. high..
pot, heavy, 24 to
Latania Borbonica.
LATANIA BORBONICA.
pots, 4 to .5 leaves, 13 to 15 in. high. $0.26
FERNS.
Asparagus Sprengeril,
most desirable plant.
per doz.; $10.00 per 100
for immediate use. 3 in. pots, $4 00; BAY TREEQ Pyramidalshaped.B to 6H feet high, 24 in. spread. $7.50each
r innn 3 m. pots, $6.00 per 100; "** ■ ' I^KKO. .. .. 7to8 " ' 30 ' 10.00
l(LAURUS NOBILIS.) Standard " 6 " " 34 10.00
MISCELLANEOUS SEASONABLE SPECIALTIES.
Hydrangeapan.grandlflora.extraheavy, New Doable Rudbeckia, "Golden
34 in. high, $125 per doz.; $10.00 per 100. Glow," a valuable perennial, suitable for
48 " 3 00 " 15.00 " cutting, 3)4 in. pots, $1.25 per doz.: $8,00
per 100.
New Rose, " Souv. du Pres. Carnot,"
strong 2H in. pots. $3.00 per doz.; $15.00
per 100 ; $125 per 1000.
New Polyantha Rose, Mosella or Tel-
Hardy Pink, "HerMajesty," extra strong low Soupert, strong 2H inch, 75c. per
1 year old clumps, $5,00 per 100. doz.; $5.00 per lOO.
Cycas revoUtta. We expect a shipment Of
30,000 lbs. the latter part of this month,
in sizes from 4 to 50 lbs. each ; an especi-
ally large lot of 4 to 8 lb. sizes, 10c. per
lb. Special prices for large quantities on
application.
FLOWER SEEDS.
We give close attention to this department and
spare no pains or expense to procure the very finest
strains of both home and foreign growth. Following
is a list of a few things for present sowing:
Trade Pkt. Per Oz.
Ageratum, Cope's Pet, dwarf blue $0 15 $0 40
Aster, Queen of the Market, white, veryearly... 35 100
mixed " ... 20 75
*' Pieony Perfection in separate colors
" Victoria, in separate colors
Scrapie's Branching, in separate colors.. .
Aapanigas plamosus nanus, $1.60 per 100 seeds;
$13.00 per 1000.
Sprengeril, $135 per 100 seeds;
$10.00 per 1000.
Carnation, Marguerite.
Cobiea scandens
Cosmoi, New Early Flo
Grevillea robusta
Ipomcca grandiflora(P
Mignonette Machet, S(
Musa Gnsete $l.;.'o per luu seeas
Nasturtiain, Tall or Climbing, mixed .
Flower) 16
VEGETABLE AND
FARM SEEDS.
Florists who use a few Vegetable Seeds for their
own use, or who grow Lettuce, Radish, etc., as an
indoor crop, would do well to consult our Wholesale
Price List before placing their orders. We annually
supply the larger part of the critical local trade and
our stocks are known as the BEST.
LAWN GRASS SEED.
Put up in pint, quart, 2 quart and 4 quart boxes ;
54^ bush., i.< bush, and 1 bush, bags for retailing.
Our famous Fairmoiiiit Park Mixture
Grandiflora
SUMMER FLOWERING BULBS.
Double Pearl Tuberoses,
Caladiuni Esculentuni, ex
Lillum Auratun
Speciosu
Rosenni, or Rnbruni,
" '_' Album, 7 toil inches
Gladioli, BeKonlas, Gloxinias, etc.
THE VAN REYPER
PERFECT
GLAZIERS' POINTS.
No rights or
1000. 6O0.; by I
by express, 55c
SPRING FLOWERING BULBS.
re Iiirtfe importers of t
be pleased to quote
leots for prices.
WATER LILIES
AND
AQUATICS.
We are Headquarters for tli^
above and carry the largest -
stock in the world of all the ' -
finest sorts ; a full list of vane zz^-^
ties and prices will be found in
our Wholesale Price List.
} HENRY A. DREER, T'u'chVs'tnut'st., PHILA.,PA. ^
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LORD & BURNHAM CO.,
HORTICULTURAL ARCHITECTS AND BUILDERS,
STEAM AMD HOT WATER BEATIKfC EMCIMEERS.
ARCHlTECTTTRAIi OFFICE, 160 FIFTH AVE., COR. 3l8t STREET, NEW TORK.
Factory I IrTlnKton-oifHndBon, New York. Mention paper
ITHNTIOII, FLORimi
It will be to your advantage to look
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It IS all that its name implies, ana
don't forget it.
Cuts and full information mailed
on application.
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BROOKLYN, NEW YORK.
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For ISO to lo.ooo square feet Radiating Surface.
Send us sketch of your
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^HERE are several varieties of CYPRESS,
but the proper kind for Greenhouse
Construction is the- ^
Louisiana
..Red Cypress
This is what we use, and furnish it
THOROUGHLY AIR DRIED
ATTACHED LETTER WILL CONFIRM OUR CLAIM.
F Wholesale ,y- "^ ^y^^ '^f^^^^ \J
/V^anufacturer-^ OT Louisiana red cypress
Qi^ Jfnuary 20, /f^T .
John 0. Moninger Co.,
Chicago, Illinois;
Gentl9.Tien:--
We beg to acknowladge receipt ol oontract.'made with
you by our Mr. W. S. Atlee for ?,,000,000 feet of air flrieii I,oulslana
Cypress to be furnL^hed you during the year o<' 1897, and in eonflrm
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for the manufacture of your Gr^en Houses, so you can {jet seme at
least two years old, air drieo; this will enable you at all tines
and will plac» you in'a position where you will have no conpetitlon.
as no other firm that manufactures the famous Louisiana Red Cypress
can guarantee to furnish this amount of stoclt of such an age, and
were it not for the lar^e ctocit we carry on hand at all tires, we
should be placed in the sams position as our competitors.
Thanking you. very kindly for the favor shown us, and trusting
the year of 1807 will bring you a large and increased trade, which
yours very truly,
We devote our entire time to this line of business,
which enables us to furnish correct material at proper
prices.
ESTIMATES CHEERFULLY FURNISHED.
Write for Catalogue.
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IISTS' EJCOHflNOE
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311
Lath Shading for Greenhouses.
A method of shading greenhouses that
permits the work to be readily done from
the inside, that makes it possible to put
on or take off the shading at any time,
and to change the shading from one part
of the house to another at will, is desirable
in the ordinary commercial greenhouse.
A plan has been devised in the greenhouse
of the Wisconsin Agricultural Experiment
Station that accomplishes these ends in a
cheap and satisfactory manner, and is de-
scribed in the Thirteenth Annual Report,
1896, just issued. It is simply an applica-
tion to the greenhouse of a screen made of
lath, similar to, but cheaper than, the
screens commonly used for coid frames
and hotbeds.
These screens are supported from the
sash-bars tjy simple wood buttons, screwed
to their lower edge. A lath screen consists
of twelve ordinary lath, nailed with 3d.
wire nails, to cross pieces which are also
of lath, the nails being clinched. In the
Station greenhouse the sash-bars are a
fraction over 13 Inches apart In the clear,
and the screens are made 28 Inches wide.
The laths are placed 5 inch apart, except
at the center, where a space 2J Inches wide
is left for the sash-bar. The screen is put
up with the cross pieces toward the ground,
which brings the lower side of the lath on
a level with the lower edge of the sash-bar,
so that when the button is placed at right
angles to the sash-bar, it supports the
screen. In the Station greenhouse, the
pitch of the roof is such that the screens
require no support to prevent them from
slipping down, but with a steeper roof, a
tack driven part way in, at the center of
the outside laths on the lower side, would
catch on the buttons, and thus support
the screen.
When not in use, the screens are stored
under the benches, or elsewhere. Being
very thin, they occupy little room. They
should he made of the best quality of well-
seasoned house lath. If wet lath are used,
the screens often warp badly. By means
of a simple form, which may be devised by
any person apt with tools, the screens
may be nailed up very rapidly.
For houses in locations where the sun-
shine is less Intense than in the compar
tively clear and dry atmosphere of Wis-
consin, as in the Atlantic states, or In the
vicinity of the great lakes, it would proba-
bly be better to place the lath a full inch
apart than the distance noted above. In-
deed, it seems well to have two or more
classes of screens, with different spaces
between the lath. In houses extending
north and south, the east side usually
requires less shading than the west, since
the most intense sunlight comes somewhat
after noon. Screens made of lath placed
IJ inches apart answered fairly well for
the east side of the Station greenhouse.
It may be questioned if any method of
shading that wholly obstructs the direct
rays of the sun is as favorable for the
growth of most plants as one that, like
the lath screen, obstructs only a part of
the rays, leaving the others to shine in
their full force.
NOW Ton KNOW
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STEEL SPROCKET CHAIN.
This chain is made of very best bes-semer carbon steel and
Each and every link
put together with steel
htamped out of solid steel bar
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We manufacture this chain
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The Plorists' Exchange.
FEEDING PLANTS UNDER
GLASS.
THE GROWERS' STANDPOINT.
In order to obtain the experience of prac-
tical growers in feeding plants under glass
the Florists' Exchange recently sent a
different parts of the country, requesting
such information as could be given on the
following points:
What are the physical or mechanical condi-
tions be",t suited to crops under glass, and
how can they be secured and maintained?
How much food should there be in the soil
should it be added? Should the soil be
freshly prepared or should it be composted
for a considerable time before it is wanted?
Considering that both cow and horse man-
ure are not well balanced food, how should
the deficiency be provided for? If advisable
to add potash to the compost what is the
best form and how much can be added with
safety? Should it be mixed when the com-
post is mixed or added at the time of plant-
ing, after the soil is in the beds or on the
benches? If additional phosphoric acid is
required in the soil in what form should it
be added? How much would be necessary,
and should it be applied in the compost or
to the soil after it is in the houses? In
what form should nitrogen be added to the
soil, if at all, and when should it be added?
In case plants, either roses, carnations, or
violets start well and are kept in good
growing condition how soon should extra
food be supplied and what food is most lia-
ble to be wanted? After flower-bearing
commences in the fall what food should be
applied? Should it be liquid manure or
top-dressing? In applyi»ng liquid manure
through winter and spring what are the
best sources of nitrogen, potash, and phoi?-
phoric acid? What strength of these fertil-
izers should be used and how often should
they be applied? What should be the tem-
perature of the water to give the plants in
order to get the best conditions for con-
suming the foods?
It was recognized, of course, that a num-
ber of the foregoing questions would be dif-
ficult to answer. Still it was thought de-
sirable to bring out as many points as pos-
sible, as it was believed that a free ex-
change of views would result only in good.
Below we give the experience of a number
of growers who have kindly interested
themselves in the matter.
Mr. Batson's Metbod.
Mr. Samuel Batson, of Kalamazoo, Mich.,
says: Next in importance to commencing
with clean, healthy stock, is the proper food
to maintain and keep it in the most ac-
ceptable condition to the plants. Nearly
every grower has his own ideas how best
this should be done, and apparently widely
different treatments obtain satisfactory re-
sults. I think this can be explained by the
fact that not only is there much difference
in the nature of soils used, but location
and climate, diflerences in altitude all have
their effects on plant life. Again differ-
of
tern
-ith
vhat
pect from certain treatments.
Still there are a number of things we can
nearly always depend upon with some de-
gree of certainty, and by careful observa-
tion and noting of effects we can do much
to assist the plants in maintaining a heal-
thy productiveness.
Beginning at the compost heap it is gen-
erally agreed that well-rotted sod and cow
manure will form the best soil to start
with. Some add wood ashes and bone meal
when turning it over previous to putting
it on the benches. I am satisfied to com-
mence with well-rotted cow manure, and
either rotted sod or fresh, dry loam, and
adding to it the other foods as the plants
show need of it. For a start there should
be all the food required in the loam and
manure in the proportion of 4 to 1, and I
hold it is no benefit to begin to feed till a
good, healthy root action has taken place.
It may be that your loam is poor and de-
ficient in potash or phosphates, and in this
case a sprinkling of wood ashes and bone
meal will be of benefit at the start. I pre-
fer using it after the soil is carried in, a.3
I think a more even distribution of it can
be obtained by sprinkling it over the bed
than in any other way.
It is poe!3ihle that fungous and other dis-
eases may be helped, and even started, by
the Use of cow or horse manure, but at
present I know nothing to exactly fill their
places, so with its faults and deficiencies
we must still depend on it as the second
Ingredient of the compost heap.
With regard to the adding of chemicals
at the composting, should the soil be such
as to make this necessary, it is, indeed,
poor, and successful results could not be
expected from it. I have never yet handled
soil (that was intended lor greenhouse
planting) that needed it, and I should not
expect to get much food from a soil so de-
ficient in principal plant foods.
For roses etc.. when planted in cum-
mer, a light mulch of cow manure or
sheep manure and loam will be of
benefit in preventing the sun from
baking the soil and drying it out,
but with a good compost little food will be
required till the fall and cutting com-
mences. A sprinkling of bone meal will be
helpful when the plants are making a
vigorous growth, say about the latter part
of September, and when October and No-
vember cutting fairly starts a dose of weak
liquid manure twice a month will be neces-
sary, and can be increased as the time goes
Carnations and violets should require
very little extra food, if field grown, as they
are usually planted in good, fresh soil after
making their real growth, and if the plants
require extra food early in the winter then
the fault is with the soil used, and not the
actual requirements of the plant. A little
stimulant may be required to hasten them,
but re^al food should not be recessary till
the days begin to lengthen, and then they
should be added very carefully. With a
good soil to start with, I have not found
carnations benefited by heavy feeding in
my
be-
starvation diet for them, but I do
think it easily possible to overfeed them
and cause a sleepy flower and soft stem. I
prefer liquid feeding in every case where
easy to dissolve thoroughly, but bone meal
and wood ashes I like to sprinkle over the
Just how, what and when to feed must al-
ways be governed by surrounding condi-
ndle
by
the
proper man to super
manure tank and the distribution of its con-
tents is the one who owns the place or a
foreman of ability. The work should never
be intrusted to any careless or inexperi-
enced hands, and, furthermore, in order to
get the best results, the plants must be in
a clean, healthy condition, for manure
water will not make a sick plant well, kill
the green fly and red spider, nor keep off
mildew, and these should all be absent in
order to get the best results from the food
applied. It is now generally accepted that
certain foods supply certain needs, there-
fore it is well to remember just what we
are feeding for. If for robust foliage, we
must give nitrogen, and phosphates are
recommended chiefly for the flowers. This
idea is rather a new one to some of us, yet
I have been aware tor some time that ni-
trate of soda was especially good for pro-
ducing a good growth of roses, and soap
water had a decided effect in the coloring of
the chrysanthemums, but the phosphates
being good for the production of flowers
was new to me. I have no doubt of its cor-
rectness,and shall certainly remember it
when mixing fertilizers for this winter.
For general purposes we shall have to
make an all-round mixture, in order to
maintain an even growth, and every grower
should judge for himself the kind of food
required for his own plants, and with a lit-
tle trouble it is comparatively easy to
make a food suited to his needs and a lit-
tle experimenting will soon show him what
is most likely to do the best service. The
following I have found to be a good mix-
ture for general use in roses and carna-
tions: One-half bushel of sheep manure
and one bushel of each cow manure and
soot, in fifty gallons ol water, and diluted
with four parts of water to one of the
liquid when using. Next time I use a 4-
inch pot of nitrate of soda, and then follow
with any ingredients first mentioned, thus
giving a different food each time. Occa-
sionally I use a sprinkling of bone meal or
wood ashes instead. As these are all both
reliable and safe to use, as well as being
perhaps the cheapest of ingredients, I prefer
it to most of the chemical fertilizers, al-
though many, in tact. all. I have tried have
had this good point, and for the most pail
are clean and easy to handle .
After careful trials and extending over a
considerable term of yei
calities. I find that Peru
fertilizer, nitrate of sodc
are each and all flrst-class.
nearly everything, but must
fully used. But bone meal,
soot water, sheep and cow
being sate
! in various lo-
in guano. Clay's
blood and hone,
i. and will help
5t be very care-
wood ashes,
lanure form
and contain
ilant lite, as
y soil or lo-
While judicious feeding r.s alway,^ at-
cndel with profitable results, yet it only
orms one pai-t. :ind unless all (^.ther condi-
ions are equally well balanced the good
one will be greatly minimized, and in
some cases it may even have a disastrous
effect. It is also well to remember to make
your food weak rather than too strong, and
with new fertilizers especially so.
Feedims Carnations and Violets.
.Mr. D. Hammond, of Lebanon, Penn-
sylvania, writes: Our soil is a compara-
tively heavy loam, with a stiff, yellow clay
subsoil, all underlaid with limestone, and
is naturally drained, consequently we grow
our plants, cjrnations and violets, on tsolid
beds.
In preparing our soil we plow up a
space large enough for our requirements,
in the open field, in the early spring,
turning down a libenal coating of manure,
and sow 'broadcast Canadian field peas;
thc.5e we turn down as soon js they .show
blossom. After the peas decay we give
another liberal dressing c-f manure, cow
or horse, whichever we can procure to
best advantage, and again plow and our
soil is again ready for use in a very short
time, or at once if necessary. This soil
we use in leveling up and top-dressing
the beds in the houses. In preparing our
houses we hoard up the sides of the beis
to prevent water running off, and dig in
two four-horse wagon loads of manure to
each house and never hesitate to plant at
OiUco as soon as the houses are rejidy; but
before planting we broadcast 100 poundi3
of bone and a liberal sprinkling of wood
ashes. Our houses are 100x20 feet each.
This is all we do until after Christmas,
except syringe the carnationis occasion jJly
with a solution of salt water, absut two
handfuls to a three-gallon watering pot.
After Christmas, when the soil and plants
show signs of exhauistion. we use chicken
manure principally as a liquid application
at the rate of one-half peck to fifty gal-
lono of water and alternating with nitrate
of soda and wood a.?hes in liquid form.
Nitrate of soda we use at the ratio of a 4-
inch potfu! to 50 gallon,; of water. Ashes
a 6-inch potful to 50 gallons of water.
Mr. J. A. Snydam's Experience.
Mr. Suydam. who is largely interested
in carnations on Long Island, says: "Feed-
ing is one of the most important features
in the raising of plants. It should therefore
be well studied by all growers. The soil
should contain plenty of food at the start
and it should he prepared the fall before
using hy heaping decomposed manure upon
the dirt and mixing well. Care should be
taken not to use soil that is too freshly
prepared.
In cases where cow and horse manure
are not well balanced food, a frequent
top-dressing of sheep manure may prove
valuable.
When plants start well and continue in
good growing condition no extra food
should be applied. But if the grower
thinks it necessary he may give them a
very light dressing of manure.
My experience with chemicals has not
been very succesraful. I consider them of
little if any value in the raising of plants.
A light coat of top-dres.3ing of any well-
decomposed manure is far superior to any
artificial fertilizer that can be used.
Mr. H. Weber's Metbod.
Mr. H. Weber, of Oakland, Md., writera
as follows in regard to his method of
proper soil feeding, etc.:
We select every fall a piece of rich mea-
dow, or clover sod as much as we may re-
quire for all purposes during the next
year; this we plow about 5 inches deep in
the fall. During the winter we give it a
heavy coat of barnyard manure (horse and
cow manure mixed). After the busy sea-
son of spring is over we keep stirring and
cultivating this, say, once every week or
ten days, as is necessary to destroy weeds
and cut up the sod. About three or four
weeks before we begin to
of twc
tons to the acre. We also give a dressing
of lime— 15 or 20 bushels to the acre. If
the land should be in need of potash we
give it a sprinkling of wood ashes. With
reference to the other questions asked it
may be said:
There should be enough food in the soil
at the start to mature any good field-grown
crop.
We prefer the preparation of the soil as
stated above. Do not like the practice of
compost heaps, as the frequent stirring,
air. rain. etc.. has a much more favorable
action on the ground.
Each one should determine which of the
three principal ingredients are lacking,
nitrogen, phosphoric acid, or potash.
Which ever of these is lacking should be
supplied. For instance, if potash is de-
ficient we use good wood ashes. If phos-
phoric acid be lacking we use raw bone
(the pure article). It nitrogen be defi-
cient wp use nitrate of soda. This should
be added at least one month before it is
applied in the houses. A safer article,
however, would be dried blood,
composte
After the plants have star
fairly well, and all weeds hav
fully taken out, we apply a mi
decayed muck, which has bee
with lime. A sprinkling of raw bone is
put on the benches before the mulch is
After flower-bearing has commenced in
the fall we always supply food in the
form of liquid manure.
We think that the manure of cattle which
have been liberally fed on bran, good tim-
othy hay, and grain, will contain sufficient
nitrogen, potash and phosphoric acid to
carry plants through the winter. Occa-
sionally we use some hen manure, that is,
mix it with that mentioned above. We will
tha
barnyard which is covered up and
keeps the liquid manure from freezing.
All the liquid manure from the stables and
barnyard is gathered in this cistern, and is
piped to all of the houses. In case we
run short and it does not rain we turn on
the water from the hydrant and in this
way have all the liquid manure we need.
Our barnyard is about 20 feet above the
houses, which gives us plenty tall and
saves all pumping, etc.
The temperature of water and liquid
manure should be about 65 degrees. We
have an arrangement by which we can
turn on steam while watering, thus taking
the chill off the water.
Mr. Lotbrop W^lgbt's Experience.
Mr. Wight gives his experience in car-
nation culture as follows:
The proper physical and mechanical con-
ditions of the soil lie at the foundation of
all successful work. The most essential
point is porosity. The soil must drain
well. The majority of soils require no
other treatment than that which is inci-
dental to necessary cultivation. Clay soil
can be ameliorated by exposure to frost and
by mixing with lighter soil. I find that
leaf mold is unusually favorable to carna-
tion growth.
Starting with fresh soil, stable manure
is probably the best to begin with. This
can be used in large quantities for benches,
one-quarter at least. It should be worked
over until t will no longer heat and is
fine and light in texture.
Soil and manure should be mixed at
the time of using. Experiments seem to
show that when composted for a long time
a large proportion of the fertilizing prop-
erties of the manure disappear.
The chief value of horse manure in green-
house work is that it furnishes decaying
vegetable matter and lightens the soil.
Its mineral deficiencies can be best sup-
plied by potash and ground bone.
Wood ashes furnish the most available
supply of potash for greenhouse use. It
should never be mixed directly with man-
ure, as it sets free ammonia. It should
be dug into the benches. In rich soils
that have long been fertilized with stable
manure potash is seldom needed, and it is
generally more beneficial in heavy than in
light soils. When needed it can be used
freely. I never have measured the quan-
tity used, but apply a heavy top dressing
and then dig it in.
If wood ashes cannot he obtained nitrate
of potash can be used. This is the most
expensive form of potash, but a little goes
a long way. At Boston it can be bought
for $5 per hundred, guaranteed to contain
from 42 to 45 per cent, actual potash and
12 to 14 per cent, nitrogen. It should be
used in solution, a handful to a watering
pot. giving the benches a light watering
with it before planting. Subsequent water-
ings will distribute it through the soil.
I use bone meal and dissolved boneblack
for additional phosphoric acid. Spread
them on the benches about as thick as
sand used to be spread on floors and then
dig in. I put on everything that I intend
to put on at one time, so as to reduce
the amount of digging.
I like nitrate of soda for nitrogen supply,
using a light top dressing at the same time
the bone aud ashes are put on.
I never give extra food until the plants
show that they need it. Stable manure
and ground bone are lasting in their ef-
fect and if supplied in sufficient quantity
at the beginning of the season they will
generally carry the plants through. If not.
chemical fertilizers can be applied at any
time. They are prompt in their action,
and it is best to wait until they are need-
ed before applying them. I find that an
all-round fertilizer, like Bradley's sujer-
pliosphate is the best for my soil, used as
a top dressing and raked in just enough
to prevent it from washing while water-
No food of any kind, in addition to what
ought to he in the soil when the plants are
benched, is called for at this season.
For nitrogen, use nitrate of soda in solu-
tion at the rate of a teaspoonful to two
The F=lorists' Exchange.
313
gallons of water. This can be used every
time you water. You can tell by the dark-
er color of the leaves when the plants
have had enough. l''or potash use nitrate
of potash in solution, the same proportion
as nitrate of soda, but don't use it so often.
I do not like wood ashes as a top dress-
ing. It seems to clog the soil and leave
the surface in a bad condition. For phos-
phoric acid top dress with bone meal at the
rate of a teaspoonful to a plant.
It does not matter much about the tem-
perature. However cold it may be the tem-
perature of the soil and house immediately
modifies it to a reasonable degree. I should
not like to use ice water, but it is seldom
ihat the usual water will need to be
In conclusion, all soils that are fit for
greenhouse use will contain in eufflcient
quantities everything necessary tor plant
growth except humus or decaying vegetable
matter, potash, nitrogen and phosphoric
the
will see that nature can grow excellent
crops without the use of stable manure.
So can we. The stable is a convenient,
but not a necessary source of vegetable
matter. Potash is often present in suffi-
cient quantities. Nitrogen and phosphoric
acid are nearly always deficient. These
three substances should be proportioned to
the needs of the particular soil to which
they are applied. To apply more of either
one than Is needed is a waste. It follows,
then, that every one should study his own
soil and ascertain definitely what it's needs
Nikoteen insecticide.
The superiority of Nikoteen over all
other preparations tor killing insects that
attack plants. Is unmistakably proven by
its rapidly increasins sale, particularly In
localities where It has never been adver
tlsed, and Is sold purely by that merit
article the use of which is a source of profit
to himself.
That it contains nothing injurious to
plant lite, and really is an article to be
relied upon for extermiuatinp; insects, is
testified to by every one of the many
florists and gardeners who are using it.
One of the noticeable things about Niko-
teen is, that when you use one bottle, yon
cannot be persuaded to use tobacco stems
or any other substance. Adv-
il Goes to the Spot.
i in the FLORisrs' Exchange as a meaoE
.be pocket books of tbe florists throiigh-
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Opou-air-dried Cypress Lumber is more durable, and better suited to
Greenhouse conditions, than kiln-dried stock. But you cannot get it from
those that are engaged in the business in a small way — even though their
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that only those of large capital can make. The only way to have air-dried
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dry lumber from the producers of Cypress get kiln-dried stock. It is
cheaper for them to kiln-dry than to hold the stock long enough to season
it in the open air. We carry a largo stock and 1111 all orders with open-air-
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Johnny (a bright boy.) "Can't, it i
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WORLD'S FAIR, CHICAGO, 1892.
Jl^e Opiy Diploma apd /T\edal
AWARDED BY THE COMMITTEE
WAS GIVEN TO US FOR ....
SWEET
PEAS
(In Variety)
Grown around the Wooded Island.
SUNSET SEED and PLANT CO,
(SHERWOOD HALL NURSERY CO.)
Timothy Hopkins.
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favorable prices for prime stocks.
PALM SEED.
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ASTERS
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)liik, trade pkt.. 25 ct8. Chrys-
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nixed! Olant Coiuet. white;
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jrla tall and dwarf; Perfection,
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niere. Novelty, Bulphur yellow, email pkt. 15 eta.
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Olay Center, March 23. '97
nUMrELD.
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JAPANESE IMPERIAL
CONVOLVULUS SEED.
■y bright, plump and well cleaned. Grown by
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irs. A mixture of the tineet and most, carefullv
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SWEET PEAS.
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Empress of India, msy-puri
AU colors, anest mixed'.'.'.'......... ... ...]
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N
In same size packets, the Seven Superb Sweet
Peas described below would have cost $3.10
In 1896, but are sold now for only 25 cents.
Cts. buys these Seven
Superb Sweet Peas:
t coloriug
r hooded form
? three and fonr on a stem.
Ilk ; standard of finest
form,'large"whHe'wi"ngs, sUgblly tinted* the colors beautifully
harmonized; a suiterbly lovely variety.
METEOR. Truly an exqii isite variety. .Standards bright orange-
salmon, wings delicate piuk, with slight veins of purple.
' MRS. JOS. CHAMBERLAIN. The flowers are truly enormous,
and produced generally three to four on a stem. The color is very
effective,— a white ground lit-avily striped and flaked bright rose;
of hne form, very striking.
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finest New Large-Flowered Sweet Peas. It
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, separate packet, true to name as described,
led, postpaid, to any address.
' 3o pkls ) and give FREE as
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■riLaselry logetnpae' ' ' -
«S-With e\erT collection
IE llAMii/i'iN .Mi/ni"i>.- Jells plainly jiiii nou' to
Peas,— such as
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v.\\\ li( >-uppli(d at the late of $2.00 per dozen collections, by mail, postpaid, but
^AitliDiit thi pH iiiium packets We have prepared this collection to extend our trade
mil still liutliii increase the popularity of SWEET PEAS,— the people's flower.
Tlie pill e is tiio low to yield us any direct profit, and whether one dozen or one
hiiiiilrid dozen aie ordered, we cannot send the collections, by mail, postpaid, for
less than $2.00 per dozen. By express the price is $1.80 per dozen, or $15.00 per
hundred collections. It would be easy work to "make money and do good" by
selling these collections. We will supply Lithographed Leaflets, sJwwing tlwse
Sweet Peas painted from nature, free of charge to those who "order one dozen collec-
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"The 1=!l-ORlSTS' EXGHT^NGE,
Herbaceous Plants.
Having been, asked by your secretary to
prepare a tew no»es to be read before you
.txi-night,iit has given me great pleasure
, accede , to his request. Though left to i
, own pleasure, the topic suggested w
'"Herbaceous Plants," and I at once c
cided to adopt it tor, from this class of
plants, I am sure, I have derived i
pleasure than Irom any other. The
baceous plants of our woods and fields are
in great variety, and although there are
many most beautiful kinds almost ex-
terminated, speaking of the vicinity of this
city, there are hundreds of sorts yet to be
found, the looking tor and finding the
names of which would afford great gratifi-
cation.
Referring to these, as well as to the her-
baceous plants of other countries, there is
a deal of satisfaction to be derived from
their cultivation. While for the sake of
masses of color, bedding plants will al-
ways be in demand, they will never occupy
the place in the affections ot the people
that herbaceous plants do. The veronicas,
the hollyhocks, the larkspurs and the col-
umbines which grew in the garden of our
boyhood, we never forget. We got to know
them then, to know the spot they occupied,
and we were wont to eagerly watch for
their appearance as for that of some loved
friend. It is this reappareance, after their
winter's absence, that makes them so wel-
come to all.
SucceSHfully
It is
to hear persons say, when
viewing some woodland beauty, "How I
would like to transplant it to my garden."
While it is true that but few succeed in
getting such plants to flourish in their
gardens, it is nearly always from lack of
knowing how to make them feel at home.
Let me mention the trailing arbutus, Epi-
gaea repens, as an illustration. It is the
common belief that this lovely flower can-
not be transplanted, and more than once I
have corrected writers who have aiseerted
this in public print. I have transplanted
it successfully, so have many others. Two
summers ago, when in England, I saw a
nice patch of it in the Bagshot nurseries;
and many other large nursery firms there
offer it for sale. It is not a native there,
so that it follows that at some time or other
the plants were .safely transported from
here, seedlings of it being rare. This
plant likes shade and moisture and to be
undisturbed. It would not thrive In the
open garden, but if small, bushy plants
with a good ball ot earth, be taken and set
in a woodland where the required condi-
tione exist they will live and flourish.
With native plants, a little care should
be taken to provide tor them situations as
alike as possible to those they have been
accustomed to. There are shade-loving
plants, and those that grow in open places.
It often happens that a partly shady bor-
der is at command, where those that de-
mand it can be placed. It does not always
follow that a wild plant is found growing
in the best possible place for it. Take, for
example, the scarlet Columbine, found on
damp rocks along the Wissahickon. I
have seen better specimens ot it in open
places in gardens than ever I have seen
wild, no doubt because the garden afforded
better food than its native rocks.
Nalcbing Is Necessary.
To those who have not tried it, it would
be a great surprise to find how much bet-
ter plants grow when the ground about
them is well mulched. It makes the plants
feel more nearly at home than anything else
that could be done, save the giving of
shade to some of them. Plants in the
woods have shade above them and decay-
ing leaves about them, and those in fields
have grass or other plants about them, so
that in both places the roots are cool. This
Is what mulching ot the garden plants
does, this and the preservation of mois-
ture. Another thing rarely thought ot is
this: The wild plants in the woods are
so covered with forest leaves that frost
does not get to their roots. I am sure that
all plants, hardy or not, are the better for
this protection, and I would mulch afresh
in fall, that the roots may have a winter
covering. As herbaceous plants will repay
good food given them, I would mulch with
manure in the fall. Let it be long manure,
the better to protect the plants; the strawy
portion can be raked oft in the spring, the
remainder can be left undisturbed; it will
be loose, and often it will be sufficient
mulching for the summer.
Next to mulching there is nothing like a
constant stirring of the soil. Let me say
here that I have fonnd many workmen in
gardens totally unacquainted with the prin-
ciples of hoeing. The hoe is drawn over a
surface already hard, cutting off the weeds
close to the ground. Then the weeds are
raked off, leaving the ground in really
worse condition than before, for the weeds
shaded the surface if they did rob the
ground. Hoeing should be fully as much
to loosen the soil as to destroy weeds.
Every stroke of the hoe should loosen up
an inch or more of soil, and this loose soil
should not be raked down too fine, or the
first heavy rain will beat it down very hard.
One would hardly believe what a help con-
stant cultivation ot this kind is to herba-
ceous and all other plants. And when rains
come, the water is all taken up where it
falls. Good mulching preserves the loose-
ness of the soil in the same way. I am
sure that very many more of our lovely
native flowers could be successfully grown
it mulching or hoeing would be made a fea-
ture ot cultivation.
lo Pi-
The propagation of herbaceous plants is
mostly by division of the root or by sowing
seeds, though when greenhouse facilities
are at hand many sorts can be increased
by cuttings. A little practice will suggest
the best mode. Those that can be divided
will show it after a year or two's growth,
by the clump-like appearance displayed.
There is no set tiijie for dividing the plants.
Very early spring is an excellent time; so
is early fall. If done late in spring, the
summer's heat comes on to them too soon,
before well rooted, and in late tall frosts
behave in the same way. The sowing of seeds
is an inte.esllcgas well ae a successful way;
thisnork should be done early in the spring,
out of doors, just as soon as the season will
permit. There are some kinds, such as
our wild aster, which are the better lor be-
ing sown in the fall. Just before the ground
freezes up will do. The seedlings will ap-
pear early in the spring, and, what is more,
they will flower the same season, in the
tall. It was my intention to name some
fifty kinds ot herbaceous plants, giving the
months in which certain ones flower, but as
the catalogues of nurserymen contain this
information it seems hardly an advantage
to do it here. I will but say that, com-
mencing with April and ending with No-
vember, something can be had for every
month of the term.
A Few VVorils About Ferns.
Instead of saying more about these plants
I will diverge a little and speak of terns.
I believe that all of us who possess a gar-
den, be it ever so small, have a place tor
rthe
vall.
any other situation where the ufteri
sun does not reach them, and it will
Under trees is not suitable as a rule. The
roots ot the trees exhaust the soil ot
moisture, and the branches shed big
streams on the fronds, both to the injury
of the plants. My own collection of native
sorts is planted on the eastern side of a
neighbor's house which forms a division
line. The sun shines on them until noon,
but not later. They flourish in the best
possible way. Among the twenty-five sorts
collectable about our city some half dozen
of them are evergreens, and these should
certainly be planted. The time to collect
terns is toward late summer. All the
kinds can be seen then, and their fronds
being fully matured the height to which
they attain is shown, and the proper place
for them in the garden can be determined.
Take a good ball of earth with them, if
possible, though as it is easy to get all
their roots they are not difficult to trans-
plant without this.
The Roy.-
During the trip to England, already re-
ferred to, it was my privilege to visit many
large private grounds, and though the cli-
mate ot that country is thought particu-
larly favorable to the cultivation of her-
that
the
there than is displayed here.
one who wishes to see them in perfection
visit the Royal Gardens, Kew. The depart-
ment for these plants is supposed to con-
tain everything hardy, and to have every
plant correctly named. And as far as pos-
sible to every plant has been given a posi-
tion it prefers. There are swamps, bogs,
dry rocks and damp rocks, shady nooks and
open places, all filled with flourishing
plants. With notebook in hand, after two
visits, I did not nearly make record of
all I would have wished to have done.
In the woods and fields visited I did not
find nearly as many wild plants as similar
situations here afford. No doubt it is there
as it is here near large cities, those who
see pretty flowers are apt to dig or pull
them up, and so they disappear. On reach-
ing these shores again, after my travels
abroad, I could not but feel a pride in the
beautiful scene presented on each side of
the track as the cars sped on from New
York to Philadelphia. It was the month ot
August, and, while full of recollection of
the never-to-be-forgotten kindnesses shown
G. J. BENEDICT,
^^ ...FLORIST... '^
Palms and Ferns of Extra Quality Always on Hand.
Mr. H. A, Stoothoff.
Dear Sir; —
I am glad I can indorse Tobao-Oil, What I
say. is absolute fact, not fancy. My houses con-
tain ferns and common bedding stock, callas,
palms in fine variety, orchids in bud bloom, etc. .
etc. To brother florists desirous of a safe
article for destruction of Aphis I say: Use Tobac
Oil. I find it safe and clean, doing the work
thoroughly. I have used it where tender ferns
and delicate flowered orchids were in bloom and
they showed no ill effects. It can be vaporized,
and hardly any odor is noted when house is filled
with' vapor,. which permeates the air in a very few
moments; customers could come in any time during
the vaporizing process and I do not, think they
could notice any objectionable odor. The work
done by it is truly magical. I am glad to re-
commend it. I apply it by placing the required
quantity of Tobac-Oil (diluted) in an iron stone
kettle, removing the griddle from my coil heating
boiler and inserting the kettle; soon the Tobao-
Oil is to a boiling pitch and the vaporizing
done. Respectfully yours.
to me by the good 'friends I had parted with
in England, it seemed to me the picture
before me could not be presented on any
other shore. Crossing the Delaware at
Trenton and once more entering Pennsyl-
vania, my feelings can be expreS4^ed by
quoting these lines from Byron:
fields.
For look wherever I would, cutivated fields,
the trees ot the forests, and the wild flow-
ers of the roadside, seemed to me never to
have looked so beautiful.
Richmond, Ind.
E. G. Hill at this present time, while
surrounded by thosa magnificent varieties
of carnations recently sent oat, has still
others clamoring for recognition of their
several virtues. Jubilee, named In antici-
pation of the silver anniversary of Mr. and
Mrs. Hill, ■will undoubtedly hand their
name, through It, down to posterity, for it
has only begun to be understood and as time
rolls by its merits will become more con-
spicuous. Triumph must be cut before the
rays of the sun seek It out. Mars, the
prize-winner at Cincinnati, stands erect, as:
It were, congratulating Itself upon Its
recent success. Close by Is the lovely-
Flora Hill; its supple form and chaste
appearance, yet of commanding dignity, a
veritable beauty of bewitching charms.
Next is America, a soft salmon scarlet,
that has been tried and not found wanting.
Next year will see it sent out to share the
honors which will doubtless be heaped
upon It in conjunction with Salmon Gem,
a variety whose only failing Is bursting,
but that does not damage the flower. There
are a host of seedlings yet untried. Many
must be discarded, and great care will be
taken to confine the list to such as have
some merit above those already intro-
duced. Two were noticed more particular-
ly, one a cross between Helen Keller and
Armazindv; and a pink cross between
Bouton d'Or and Flora Hill.
The varieties being sent out by Mr. Hill
this season are all gross feeders, and must
be well fed to obtain good crops. This is
evident here. I notice also that they are
very free bloomers, so that cuttings are
scarce, and many orders cannot be filled
so soon as could be desired. Neither
should there be any complaint of rusty
cuttings, judging by the stock from which
they are taken and their condition In the
sand-bed.
While close attention is paid to carna-
tions, roses receive a big share. Ot new
varieties not yet generally known, a beauti-
ful white hybrid tea, Mme. Jules Finger,
is one of the best, and if It can be profit-
ably grown as a bench rose, it will create
a furore. It Is a lovely thing and will have
a host of admirers at Its debut.
Of new geraniums, La Vienne is a de-
cided improvement on Mme. Bruant ; other
good ones are Jacquerie (Lemolne) a fiery
crimson-scarlet, and Iris (Pearson) a glow-
ing scarlet, with Immense truss.
In rex begonias. Revolution marks a
new departure in the curly hairy class. In
roses for blooming purposes, Perle and
Wootton are very fine; there Is also a
grand house of Carnot for Easter.
W. M.
Terre Haute. Ind.
J. G. Heinl & Son consider their adver-
tisement In the Exchange the most profit-
able Investment ever made. Orders for
nephrolepis and violet, Princess of Wales,
came fairly tumbling In clearing out the
stock ot the former and greatly reducing
the latter, which Is very fine. 'They grow
a large number of Nephrolepis cordata
compacta, in 5, 6 and 7inch pans— moss on
top. It is a highly satisfactory plant for
the house, and will be one of the most
popular ferns extant. Princess of Wales
is a grand violet and Is forging to the
front.
J. G. Heinl, Sr., is at present sojourn-
ing In Mexico; his son Fred, is working
partner. W. M.
Detroit. Mich.
J. Brbitmbyer & Sons, In addition to
sending out that fine carnation, Mayor
Plngree, are picking some grand violets,
ot which at time ot my visit I saw one
thousand Marie Louise used in the forma-
tion of a handsome wreath. W. M.
Dayton.
H. H. RiTTER reports a good season, al-
April 3, 1897.
TMG PlORISTS' ExCH?=tNCE.
317
EASTER NOVELTIES. FLORISTS' SOPPLIES
Papier Mache Pot Covers
Sizes, 6, 7 and 8 inches.
Gold, Silver, White and Brown.
Fine Assorted Patterns.
The Low Price will permit your Giving Them Away.
The CHEAPEST and BEST ADVERTISEMENT: Quantity is
limited. Get your order iu soon. Our stick of all kinds of
Florists' Supplies
is complete, such as B iskets, Celluloid and Willow Pot Covers, Plateaus,
Dishes, Doves, Prepared Cycas Leaves (imported), Wheat Sheaves (our spe-
cialty). Bouquet Papers, Artificial Flowers and Leaves, Metal Designs, in fact
anything an up-to-date florist can wish for.
Your orders will receive
Our prompt and personal attention.
IMC. X«,XOES «S& GO.
25 North 4th St., Philadelphia, Pa
CANE PLANT STAKES
Ready Now. Cash with order.
Will ship light, because well dried.
W. W. HENDRIX, Bowling Green, Ky.
Letters. KmblemB and DestKus. send for catnl-
Bef ore purchaBlnseend for free sample and OHtal
For sale by all Florists" Supply Dealers.
Perfect Flower Pot
Handle md Kan;er
PAPER Toothpicks.
Paper Bags.
*'*"' Waxed and Tissue
TWINCa Papers— all sizes.
N. F. McCarthy, Treas. & Hanager.
.>'".'.?:%, BOSTON, MASS. „ „;7l.V'.,.
MEYER GREEN SILKALINE.
iBsd for Slrtagioj SMILAX md ASPABAOns.
W. C. KRICK, 1287 Broadway.Brooklyn.N.Y.
LARGEST STOCK IN THE COUNTRY.
Kooils up to diite, and of superior .|Uivlity. . Send foi- Ilhistnited Ctitalosue.
We are prepared to sujiply
U^GALAX LEAVES
in any desired qii
H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.
YOU NEED
WIKE WORK
WE ARE LARGE MANUFACTURERS
IN THIS LINE.
Get our Low List and Save Money-
the Packers in Madagascar.
Apply for quotations to
ANDRE L. CAUSSE,
(0B-107 Hudson St., New York.
ELLIS & POLLWORTH,
Box 75. Milwaukee, Wis.
GROUND BONE
Absolutely Pure, p.S.OO per ton.
HXT^^ESH. HOSES at Factory Prices.
H. F. LITTLEFIELD, 96 Coburn Ave, Worcester, Mass.
WHEN WRrriNO MENTION THE rtORISTS' EXCHANGE
LAWN SPRINKLERS.
Best SprlnVli
E. STEBBINS MFG. CO. ti^^^:^^'
idetor J. B. FELLOWS & CO., SPRINGFIELD, MftSS.
A GREAT SELLER
stoutest trowel I ever used."
.JOHN LEWIS CHILDS. "The finest thing for garden work we have ever seen.
For transplanting, lifting and setting plants It has n<» etiual."
EBEN REXFORD, Schlocton, Wig. "I lind them .just what I have long wantril.
They niuit prove invaluable for outdoor work. I give them my nniiualified approval
for greenhouse use."
F. H. HORSFORD, Charlotte, Vt. "The best trowel for garden use I ever saw."
No. 1. 8 inch, Tempered and Polished - per dozen, S3. 00
No. 3, 5 inch. Bright Steel, - - - *' 1.25
Trade Discount, 30 per cent.
A Special Inducement for Early Orders! f,X ;■. ^^"'^
) accompanied by cash and i
arges will be prc-
n or more of these
loic AiirillSth. 1H!)7.
THE WHITNEY-NOYES SEED CO., Binghamton, N. Y.
lanufacturer's Sole Agents.
318
The Plorists'
JXCHHNGB
I iliiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiaii;
COTTAGE GARDENS
Spring Trade List
CAN N AS.
STRONG
PLANTS.
ecach, ^1.00;
dozen, $8.00
.50;
5.00
.30;
3.00
m-
Burbank,
Italia,
Austria,
The following at $3.00 per 100, strong started plants,
ready now, or at $4.00 per 100, 3 inch pots, May
delivery : Chas. Henderson, A. Bouvier, Count
H. de Choiseul, Sophie Buchner, Geoffrey St.
lliliare, Ehemannii.
The following at $5.00 per 100, strong started plants,
now ready, or $6.00 per 100, 3 inch pots. May
delivery : Sunbeams, Egandale, J. D. Cabos,
President Carnot, Star of 'iH.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
STRONG STOCK, FROM 2 INCH POTS.
The following at 75 cts. per dozen; $5.00 per 100;
the set for 75 cts. : Riverside, Rena Dula,
Yanoma, Liberty, Phryne, Mrs. T. D. Hatfield,
H. W. Rieman, Lady Fitzwygraiii, Modesto,
Lenawee, Violescent, J. R. Keim, Mrs. S. T. Mur-
dock, Mrs. R. Crawford, Invincible.
The following at 00 cts. per dozen; $1.00 perlOO;
the set for 75 cts. : Glory of the Pacific, Wni.
Simpson, Pink Ivory, Mi's. II. Robinson, Ivoire
Rose, Pride of Castlewood, Nanshon, L. D. Black,
Mrs. W. P. Raynor, Mrs. Perrin, Miss Gladys
Spaulding, Red Warrior, Headliglit, Clarence,
Signal Light, Midnight, Mrs. W. C. Egan.
The following at 50 cts. per dozen; $3.00 per 100;
the set for 50 cts. ; The Queen, Marion Henderson,
Ivory, Yellow Queen, Major Bonnaffon, Mayflower,
Helen Bloodgood, Philadelphia, Merry Monarch,
W. II. Lincoln, W. N. Rudd, Erminilda, Eugene
Daibedouze.
All Orders for less than $10.00 must be accompanied by Cash.
CARNATIONS.
Mrs. Chas. Duhrae, Mrs. Geo. M. Bradt, Mayor
Pingree, Harrison's White, Lily Dean, Maiul Dean,
Victor, MoreUo, at $10.00 per 100.
C. A. Dana and Mrs. McBurnie, at $12.00 per 100.
Jubilee, at $6.00 per 100.
Alaska, Scott, McGowan, at $2.00 per 100; $12.50
per 1000.
Bridesnuiid, Storm King, Daybreak, Abundance,
Goldfinch, Eldorado, at $3.00 per 100.
DAHLIAS.
12c. each; $1.20 per doz; $7.(10 per 100.
it of 25 Double Large Flowering Varieties, for $ 1 .75.
Arabella, A. D. Livona, American Flag, Black Prince,
of Cambridge, Dandy, Ethel, Fern Leaf,
Beauty, Frank Smith, Henry Patrick, John Kynes,
King of Cactus, Lyndhurst, Miss Browning, Miss
Barry, Mrs. Geo. Reed, Mrs. Dexter, lSrym[)ha'a,
Nero, Oban, Prince Bismark, Penelope, Pluton and
Souv. de Madame Moreau.
Set of 8 Grand Cactus Varieties, for 75 cts.
Bronze Cactus, Fireball, Miss Jennings, Oriental,
Red and Black, Sunlight, True Motlel, Unique.
Set of 10 Pompons, for 75 cts.
Aellets Imperial, Catherine, Crimson Beauty, Elfin,
Eleganta, Lelia, Little Bessie, Little Prince, Little
Diavola, Vivid.
The Above 3 Sets of 43 Named Varieties for $3.00.
STRONG POT CROWN PLANTS.
BOSTON FERN ^'§SS.SS°^Srrj88.''^''°°
Satisfactory references required from unknown parties.
SEND KOR OUR DESCRIRXIVE TRADE LIST.
COTTAGE GARDENS, Queens, L. I.
C. W. WARD, Manager.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FIOR
Hiiliiliililiiiiilililililiiiiiliiiliiiliiliiiiliiiiiiiliiii^
April 3, 1897.
Society of American Florists.
Revised Rules Relating to tlie Man-
agemeut of tUe Annual Trailc
Exlilbltion.
1. The Society of American Florists shall,
through the Executive Committee, control
all features o£ the trade exhibition.
3. There shall be appointed annually at
the winter meeting of the Executive Com-
mittee a superintendent of exhibits. The
vice-president of the S. A. P., or the local
organization in the place where the con-
vention of the current year is to be held,
shall be invited to recommend such super-
intendent for election by the Executive
Committee, as aforesaid. Said superinten-
dent shall have general charge of all de-
tails of the annual exhibition, and shall be
under seven days' full service and pay at
and during the convention. He shall re-
ceive all applications for space and assign
the same in the order in which they are
received by him. He shall provide and ar-
range all necessary tables and staging.
It shall be the duty of the superinten-
dent of exhibition to furnish the secretary
with a full report of the exhibition; said
report to be introduced in the annual re-
port of the society.
3. Exhibition space shall be designated in
square feet. A maximum charge of 25
cents per foot for all space less than 12
feet; more than 12 feet and less than 50
feet, 21 cents; more than 50 feet and less
than 100 feet, 19 cents; more than 100 feet
and less than 500 feet, 18 cents; more than
500 feet and less than 1,000 feet, 17 cents;
1,000 feet or over, 16 cents. No entry to
be accepted for less than $2. No charge
shall be made for plants and flowers en-
tered for exhibition only.
4. Wall space shall be measured four
feet in height, and when practicable a
table not less than one foot wide shall be
added gratis, if desired and applied for with
entry.
5. Exhibition classes to be arranged as
follows: A— Plants; B— Cut Blooms: C—
Boilers and Heating Apparatus; D— Green-
house Appliances, including Flower Pots;
E_Florists' Supplies, including Fancy
Earthenware: F— Bulbs and Seeds; G— Mis-
cellaneous.
6. Exhibitors may group their goods to-
gether, excepting in the case of living
plants and cut flowers. These shall be
shown in a separate department from the
other classes.
7. Judges shall be appointed by the presi-
dent and secretary at least a month before
the exhibition. The president and secre-
tary may appoint substitutes in place of
judges, who may be absent.
8. Awards shall be given as follows:
Highest— Certificate of Merit. Second-
Honorable Mention. Third— Highly Com-
9. Judges shall be governeri:,
Inseoficitlef^iqn id «ft'Pow to $100.00 per
ARAUCARIA EXCEL.SA.
10. 12, up to 10 inch high, $50.00 to $160.(0 p
SWEET BAYS.
Pyramids and Standards, fine shaped tre
$4.00 to $15.00 per couple.
ASPIDISTRA LURIDA.
Green leaved. $32.00 per 1000 leaves.
Variegated. $75.00 per lOCO leaves.
BEGONIA, Single-Separate Colors.
nd l«tn. diameter, $8 and $10
Double — li
i.andimn.c
,$22 a
CA.MEIjyAS, :R ho D O D E N M R O N S ,
LlLACf^ and all other Nursery Stock erown
in quantities.
From unkno^vn correspondents CaHli. wlili
Pacliiiis Free.
ROYAL NURSERIES
LOUIS Villi HOUTIE PERE
Ghent, Belgium.
FLORISTS-
ORCHIDS FOR GUTTM.
The Largest and Finest Stock in the World.
{.ttMMMuU.( Bruges, Belgium.
I» .A^1L,-R/L&
DECORATIVE PLANTS
At Qpoatlr Eoduoed Prices.
Send for new Wholesale list.
Special prices on large order.**
Send in list of your wants.
W. J. HE8SER,
Plattsmoiith. Neb.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
ADIANTUM CUNEATUM,
Pteris Gretica Albo Lineata,
Pteris Hastata.
$3.00 per 100; $35.00 per lOUO. Fine large healthy
plants out of thumb pota. Ready for 3
inch pots.
Out of ili inch pots, ready for 3 inch pots.
8RUNNER, MAGNA CHARTA, BRIDE, BRIDES-
MAID, JACQ.. PERLE, LA FRANCE, KAISERIN.
The LaRoche & Stahl Flower Go. Ltd.,
COLLINGOALE, DEL CO., PA.
FEIIIS SpBclalOfler.
Strong bushy plants for ferneries, fi«'
good varieties.
3 inch pots $6 00 per ICO $45 00 per 1000
2 '• " 2 60 " " 2.) 00 " "
Pennock Bros, said March 19, "They are the
est we have had this Winter."
JOHN WELSH YOUNG,
Geriiiantown,
Upsal Sta. P. R. R., Philadelphia.
E FLORIST'S EXCHANGb
♦♦♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦
I JULIUS ROEHRS, 1
^ Headquarters for J
1 Palms """
X ♦
♦ Decorative Plants,:
RUTHERFORD, N. J. %
p. O. Address, - Carlton Hill, N. J. f
♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦«♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦««♦
FINE STOCK Of PALMS
ARECA LUTES ^ ENS, 4 in. pots $0 25
LATANIA BORBONICA% In. pots"::" 20
" " strong, 6 in. pots,
KENTIA FORSTERIANA, 4 iii.' pots : : : :
BELM0REANA,4 " ::::
NS, wen grown, assorted stool
).60perl00. Beddinir plants o
for sprina- trade. Immense lot of Bulbous
Stock (or Easter Trade, Plants and Cut Flowers,
at moderate prices to the trade.
Cash or satisfactory reference.
JOHN BADER, Allegheny City, Pa.
EASTER IS COMING!
FERNS-**
Order
QALAX LEAVES and
LEUCOTHOE SPRAYS
Now and he ready for the event. Introduced
and whulesalerssupplied liy
HIGHLANDS NURSERY, KAWANA.N.C. I „.„ ^ „ . „„„ .,». «, ^
Telegraph address: Keisey.'raUerry.N.C. | CHAS. F. BAKER, UtlCB, N, Y.
Varieties Suitable for Fern Dishes, etc.
IDIANTITM CITNEATUM, 3 inch, $5.00 per
100. Fine bushy stocli.
Cash with Order.
Nephrolepis Exaltata Bostoniensis.
In large and small quantities for Spring delivery, from $40.00
to 180.00 per 1000. Mine is the genuine stock.
FRED. C. BECKER, 1730 Cambridge Street, CAMBRIDGE, MASS.
»♦♦♦♦««♦♦♦♦♦*♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦
CYCAS REVOLUTA..
♦ F. W. O. SCHMITZ,
♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦•♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦«
k given by correspondence. ^
JERS£Y CITY, N.J. ♦
LAGER $( HURRELL,
Orchid Growers
and
Importers.
SUMMIT, IV. J.
GOOD STOCK.
LOW PRICES.
Areca LulOMce
Kenlla Belmo
Lataiiia Borboii
Cocoa Wcddelin
-iDCh pota, heavy, 30 iDcbeB high
-inch pots, --'" ■-""
pot, busby..
h'lKh::
high..
) shift..
ted .
Double
t2.50 per dozen
..(3.00 per dozen
JSOOperlOO
, rooted cuttinaa
-. -- 1 cuttings. Aeeratum. dwarf, blue, rooted cultiDk's.. 75c. perlOO
MalvlaSplendens, 2-lnch pota »2.60perl00
IflUBhroom 8pawn. just the same as we use ourselves $s CO per 100 lbs.
JOHN SCOXX, Keap Street Greenliouses, BROOKLYN, KJ. V.
FINE STOCK OF PALMS
ARECA LUTESCENS
KENTIA BELMOREANA
strong Home-Crown Plants.
5 in., 2o to 22 in. high J, oo
5 in., 24 to 30 in. high i 50
6 in., 30 to 36 in. high ... 2 50
LATANIA BORBONICA
6 in., 5 to 6 leaves, 20 to 24 in. high, ;. . in. broad. $, 00
7 in., 7 to 8 leaves, 24 to 30 in. high, j. in. broad . i 50
PHCNIX RECLINATA
[., 24 to 30 in. high Ji 00
1 from Xop of Pot.
JOSEPH HEACOCK, Wyncote, Pa.
iRECA LUTESCENS. 6 in., 24 to 30 in. high
All Plants Measured from Xop of Pot.
WHEN WRrriNQ MENTION THE nORISTS'
IF YOU IMPORT ANY
FLORIST OR NORSERV STOCK,
LOUIS VAN KOERT, General Agent,
295 Dorchsmter street. - So. Boslon. Mai
F.&F.NurseriesgflM;
EOlOHIPTBEXCMMlOe
FAY'S GURRAMTS FOR SALE.
Price of 2-year, No. 1, $22.00 per 1000.
2-year, No. 2, $16.no
" 3-year, No. 1, $38.00
Packing tree.
r*. 13 xj rt i> E3 m? ,
Clifton, Monroe County, N. Y.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
PEACH TREES.
A Kood stock of tirat-clasa trees of the mo
iSfogis't^fN^J
reefl Kot my prices before ynu purchi
.OOOtUOO Reliable Strawbc
iaeaae; ceriiQcale of ento-
Colledte Experiment Station
CHAS. »I.ACIi, IliiElitHtown. N, J.
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA.
DEPARTHENT OF AGRICULTURE.
Flo
ROM IT Mat Concern
s 17th day of October,
dams, State of Pennsylvania, and found no Indication o
le presence of "San Jose Scale, Rosette. Yellows, o
ther injurious insects or diseases" that mlpht be ti-anf
-rred on Nursery Stock from the nursery to the orcban
r garden. (Signed) G. Q. QROFF, Special Agent,
50.000 PEACH ..fw^^^fr^u
C. L. LONGSDORF, Floradale, Pa.
Rhododendrons
of American-grown hardy sorts.
Japanese Maples
and other Rare Plants.
Parsons & Sons Co.
Kissena Nurseries, Flushing, N. Y.
..I HAVE A
FINE STOCK
Fears, Cher.ies, Feaclies,
Anc'es, Oui-.ces,
MANY IN BEARING SIZES.
2,000 Elms 14 to 16 feet
3,000 Kims llltoH "
6,000 Norway Maples 9 to 11 "
6,0(l0 Sugar Maples 10 to 12 "
700 Cut-leaved Birch 8 to 10 "
,'iOO Golden and Scarlet Oakn, . 8 to 16 "
SOO Blood-leaved Maples 9 to 13 "
BOO Lindens 11) to 12 "
rnO White Fringe 4 to 8 "
1,200 Purple-leaved Beech 3 to S "
15,0110 CaHforiiia Privet 2 lo 6 "
15,000 Evergreens, all sizes.
lO.OflO Koses, XX stronir.
loldOO Shrubs iinil CHnihing Vines. XX ttnc.
3,000 Azaleas and Rhododendrons, X nice.
SuoerlntendentB of Parks and Cemeleries, niM
Florists wanthlB slock for Uielr cuslimicrii slioiik
call rm me or write. Two Rallrosds. two B:tpre8i
Co 's and steamboats tn New Vork i Ity. Address
STEPHEN CRANE, Norwich, Conn,
Proprietor of Norwich Nurseries.
WHEN WBITINO MENTION THI rU>niST«-
The F=lorists' Exchange.
321
6LENW00D HDR8ERIES
SPRING OF '97.
10,000 Ampelopsis Veitchll. Grown in 3-in pots,
$50 per 1000.
6,000 Clematis Panlculata. From $5 to $10
per 100.
6,000 Rosa Wichuraiana. 1, 2 and 3 years old
$5 to $12 per lUO.
10 000 Honeysuckles in variety. $60 per 1000.
10,000 Dahlias, undivided, fleld-grown roots,
name and color, $7 per 100; $60 per 1000.
200,000 California Privet. 1 to 5 feet. Samples and
prices on application.
Trade List for Spring containing: full assort-
ent of Trees, Slirubs and Vines, now ready.
Send for one. Correspondence solicited.
THE WM. H. MOON CO., Morrisviile, Pa.
STRAWBERRY PLANTS. B
,'oiiiiE, llcnlthy IMi.iits.' Securely Packicl.
ng, Sharpless, .Tessie, Haverland, Wil-
iidid, Kentucliy, Meek's Early, Middle-
I P
t, Beder Wood, Warttehl-50 cts. per
100; SI 50 per 1000.
Michel's Early— 50 cts. per 100; «l.'i5 per
1000; «.5.S0 perfiOOO; ISIO.OO per lO.OOO.
Special Prices Given on Large Orders.
No. 1 CUTHBERT RASPBERRY-78
cts. per 100; S5.0U per lOOO.
Golden Queen— Sl.OO per 100; *7.00 per
CHAS. BLACK, Hightstown, N. J.
DELiW&RE COLLEGE AGRIGULTURtL
EXPERIMENT STATION.
POWEI,!,.
Mr. a. PuLiEN, Mllford. Ueif
a large nainber of trees and plants In your n urseriee
for peaoh yellows, peach rosette and San Jose scale,
and have been unable to find any of the above dlfB-
cultles or any other injurious Insects or diseases.
°"o. HAROI.D POWELL,
elawa re CoUefte Agricultural Experiment Station
PEACH: PLUM TREES
FDR SPRING DELIVERY, 1897.
ASPARAGUS ROOTS.
■i and 3 Years, .Strong.
ALEXANDER PULLEN,
llfUord Nnrserlea. BIII,FOBD, DBI.
THE FIORISTS* CXCHANGF
ILOW PRICES.!
FRUIT TREES.
Bearing Age Apples, Crab Apples,
Pears, Cherries, Piuras, Quinces and
Apricots. Prices given on application.
PLnMS.— Abundance, Satsuma, Wild
Damson, Nil
, Sliropslii
Quinces.—
Orange, 2 to 3 ft. Be; 3 to 4 ft. 8c.
Champion, 3 to 4ft., 10c. ; 4 to 6 ft. 15o.
Peaches.— 4 to 6 ft. and 5 to 6 ft. at low
prices.
Crab Apples.— Bearing Age 25o.
CRAPES.
Concord, 3 years $1 60 per 100
^ 100,000
PRIVET,
to 2)^ feet
to 3 teel, very heavy.
Prices for larger sizes s
$1 60 per 1
2 50 "
3 60 "
AZALEAS.
TREE P/EONIAS.
ftmed varieties, 3 years old, heavy,
PHLOX.
, field grown clumps
2J^ in. pots, plants
$3.00 per :
SHRUBS.
Deutzia Scabra, iSpirtea Reevesii,
Candida, '■ Van Houttei,
" Crenata, " Bumalda,
'■ Gracilis, " Billardli,
Altheas, in colors. Purple Lilac,
Forsythi j,— •--
Soiiiea Panlculata Rosea,
Spiriea Fortune's Red,
The above varieties of shi
per 100.
EVERGREENS. ^
50 Sciadopitys Verticillata, choice ^S
trees. 2 to 3 ft. ^
2000 Relinospora Aurea, 2 to 6 ft. ::^
6000 American Arbor VitiE, 6 to 7 ft. "^
200 Colorado Blue Spruce, 1 to 4 ft. i:^
600 Hemlock, 3 to 4 ft. -3
All of the above very fine trans- I^
planted stock. Prices given on applica- 33
tion. -5
Arbor Vitse, 12 to 15 in $04 00 per 100
3 to 4 ft 10 00 ■•
Spruce, 12 to 15 in 5 00 "
LARGE SHADE TREES.
European Linde
Mono
Norway Maple.
Silver Maple...,
Sugar " ...,
Purple Deech..,
I Ash,
2Kto
application
ROSES.
$10.00 to $15,00 per 100,
SPECIALTIES.
tain Cherry,
Dwarf Rocky M
Strawberry-Kaspberry
Japan May berry
AMPELOPSIS. i
ginia Creeper) 5 to 6 ft. 5o.
Evergreen Honeysuckle..... .4c, and 5c.
(Myrtle) clumps 5c.
Queen Charlotte, Alphonse Bouvier,
Mme. Crozy, Chas. Henderson, out of
4-inoh pots, $6 per 100; dry roots, $4 per
per 100. John White (new), prices on
application.
Single Flowering Hai^
$10 per too.
Double Flowering Ha
$15 per 100.
BOXWOOD.
BAMBUSA.
ving from 10 to 30 ft. high,
ngularis. Nigra, Wadake
ELIZABETH NURSERY CO.,
ELIZABETH, N. J.
CUT PRICES TO THE TRADE, SPRING OF 1897.
)0 rates in orders of $10 and u;
KVERGREBNS. lOJO
Arbor Vila-. 6 to 81n.,lp.... $7 00
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Swedish ^
Virginia " Bed Oedar, tp, 4 to
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Scotch Pine Seedlings, 2 to 4 in. . . .
Austrian Pine Seedlings,
" 6 to 12 in.. t|
" lto2ft. tp..
te or Weymouth Pine,
,vay Spruce Seedlings,
•• 2to3ft..tw. tp..hand8.
Strawberries, Orescent, Lovetts, Ifichels 2 00
Currant. North Star, 1 jr. No. 1 20 00
Grape Vines (Vmcord. 2 yrs. No. 1 12 On
" Worf book of Art of Propagation and
st note this card.
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AQLAIA
YELLOW RAMBLER
in our nurseries the past Winter, thus proving it to be
even Iiardier than we had supposed.
A Hardy Yellow Climbing Rose
is what everyone has wanted for years and Aglaia is,
therefore, an immensely important introduction.
150 Blossoms in a Bunch
liave Ireiiuently been produced by the Yellow Eambler,
fiu' it lu)s the same mauner of blooming in splendid big
clusters as does the Crimson Rambler to which it is a
splendid companion rose and probably related. The
color is a clear decided yellow ; the flowers of moderate
size, very fragrant and last three to four weeks. The
habit of growth is very vigorous, well established plants
making shoots eight to ten feet high in a season.
We are the Introducers
of this rose in tliis country, having been so appointed
by Mr. Peter Lambert, the originator.
We are also prepared to offer plants of two other
valuable climbing roses :
EUPHROSYNE or PINK RAMBLER
Ciilor a oloar liglit red ; otlierwise very similar to .^glaia.
TBAUA or WHITE RAMBLER
Pure white; same style and habit as Aglaia.
WE WBm Em FLOP
to handle these three roses among his customers and to
everyone who will do so, agreeing to depend upon us for
his supply of plants,
WE WILL SEKD FREE OF fiVE
a bciuitiful c-olorilype plate illustrating the Aglaia, to-
gether with 100 handsome descriptive circulars with
name and address stamped upon them. Send at once.
Price for strong plants from 21^ inch pots,
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WHEN WRinWC MEWnON THE FLOR;!
Soils and Potting.
Before the Massachusetts Horticultural
Society Saturday, March 20, T. D. Hatfield,
of Welle^ley, read an interesting paper
upon the above subject, of which the fol-
lowing is an abstract:
"This subject is most iroportant, both
from the gardener's and the farmer's point
of view. Gardeners seldom agree, fully,
about the proper soil for any crop. Soil
may be heavy or light, land high or low,
with much variation of exposure. We
often wonder at our neighbor's success un-
der conditions where we should consider
failure certain. An acquaintance of mine,
a gardener at Cape Ann, told me that the
only potting soil he could find was turf
from what had once been a salt marsh.
After it had been broken up and exposed
to frost and air, he found he could grow
almost anything In it.
"Sometimes we have a lot so springy
that it cannot be cultivated till late in the
season, and again a soil so dry that we
must irrigate for all but early crops. A
dry soil is ea.sily worked, but holds sus-
tenance poorly, and therefore needs fre-
quent manuring. A heavy soil is probably
best and holds manure better. By autumn
ploughing and cultivating the ground in
plots, one can bring it into good friable
condition.
"We gardeners believe in 'leaving well
enough alone,' and there are methods which
we continue because it is the custom,
though we cannot explain why. Much must
be learned by experience.
"We read in old books, 'one-third of
turfy loam, one-third of leaf-soil, and one-
third of sand.' or it may be fourths, in-
cluding rotted manure, or fifths, with peat
added. This accurate measuring, however,
is slow, and but few mixtures of soil are
in use to-day. Leaf-soil, one of the best
ingredients in any compost, is seldom used
except in private gardens. Well-rotted
manure Ls a good .substitute. However, the
soil should be light for potted plants and
the-e is less danger from over-watering
with the hose. Rose growers always find
means of meeting the wants of the soil.
They may add clay, but can generally do
peat, and 90 per
in England. But look at the azaleas grown
by Mr. Sanders, gardener to Professor Sar-
gent of Brookline, and you will see that
azaleas can be grown in soil almost wholly
lacking peat.
"There are other considerations almost
FoJ gloxinii
the
led variouts kinds of soil,
all to little advantage. With these plant.5
much depends on caring for the tubers
during the ao-called resting season, though
they are never absolutely at rest, and it is
a mistalse to remove them and store in dry
sand. They should never become thorough-
ly dry, for living shoots will always he
found which require some nourishment.
Start with sound, healthy roots, withholding
water until some leafgrowth is made, and
keep near the light, and then gloxinias will
succeed in almost any soil.
"I have but one compost heap. Good
turfy loam is not plentiful, and some of us
have found how to get along without it.
Old country carnation growers are extreme
ly careful in mixing their potting soil, but
the .American grower prepares his in the
field without a foot of turf. The best
for (
ping.
.vmg thereon a crop of clover with
object beyond turning the best of
what is put into the soil as manure. Into
plant food of the kind which the carnation
most needs. The American grower raises
the better carnations, though it is true he
has better light during winter time, has
made a specialty of the work, and has orig-
inated a new type of carnations. This
shows that the importance of a prescribed
composition for soil is overestimated. I have
grown chrysanthemums in soil from the
common compost heap which were just as
good as those grown in special soil.
"In the spring there is generally turf
trimming to be done and I used to get
ugh
for
but
now if I get a halt-dozen cart loads of turf,
I mix it with two loads of the best manure-
sheep manure is preferred, as it is richer,
so that less is required. This I put in lay-
ers alternately with pure ground bone; fer-
mentation starts, and the soil is heated to
120 degrees Fahrenheit, which will kill all
insect life and weed seeds and makes the
bone meal available as plant food. Bone
meal should be worked into the compost
long before it is needed as it is not fit for
use until fermentation has subsided. It
should never be used as a top dressing
"I have said that light soil is best for
potted plants, but a man may get along
with heavy soil if he understands its man-
agement. Injudicious watering will lessen
the value of the best compost, and lack of
air and of proper heat and mositure would
ruin the best plants. In potting plants,
have clean pots. If new% de-odorize. that
istorn
■ith
d leave for a day or two.
Id not be used again. Next
in importance is good drainage. The best
material in crocks or broken pots. Coal
ashes, though excellent for many plants, is
bad for others.
"Plants which do the greater part of
their growing in winter time, as well as
those which remain a long time without re-
potting, require most care. .\11 potting
should be done firmly and for the most part
by hand. Plants which grow quickly, ger-
aniums, heliotropes, coleus and fuchsias —
what gardeners call soft-wooded plants-
need less care.
"The best of liquid manures for potted
plants, to continue the productiveness of
flowers or fruits after the natural re-
sources of the soil have been exhausted, is
the dregs from the barnyard. It is well to
start with one-eighth strength and increase
as experience dictates. Colorado sheep ma-
nure may bo used at the rate of a peck to
fifty gallons of water. Sulphate of ammo-
nia and nitrate of soda, at the rate of one
pound to fifty gallons, are really stimulants.
quick of benefit as well as of
manures should be used only on healthy
plants, and there must be free drainage."
jry. Liquid
The F=lorists' Exchange.
823
50,000 ROOTED CUTTINGS
...OF THE...
New Seedling Carnation,
Originated by Mr. H. A. Cook, of Shrewsbury, Mass., grown by the
subscriber, and now being put on the market as
Cuttings Now Ready and Free from Rust.
$10.00 per 100; $35.00 per 500; $60.00 per 1000.
DAYBREAK, SCOTT, STORM KINO, PURITAN, METEOR, COLD FINCH, HECTOR, ALBERTINI
and others, $1.25 per 100; $10.00 per 1000.
Cuttings and Flowers of Nivea may be seen any morning at my stall. No. 103, Boston Flower Market.
K. W. HOYLE. Spencer. Mass,
And 51 Withington Street, Sta. O., Dorchester, Mass.
I ROSES ROSES ROSES f
^ In extra fine stock ready for immediate shipping:. AH the best New ^
^ and Standard varieties of Teas, Hybrid Teas, Hybrid Perpeluals and 3
^ Climbers. Also monthlies for Summer bedding, at prices to suit the times. ^
I CARNATIONS, Lily Dean -^ Maud Dean I
The two finest Carnations of the season. No florist can afford to be without them.
rices each
$10.00 per 1000; $75.00 per 1000. Also all the other new varieties of the year at advertised prices.
To make room immediately, I will sell a lot of e.xtra large transplanted Scotts and McGowans fit for
immediate planting out at $1.50 per 100; $12.50 per 1000 for cash with orders.
r^CHRYSANTHEMUMS^^
My own set of si.\ new ones for this season and all the new varieties offered for this year at
advertised rates. Also the best standard varieties in extra fine stock.
CAN N AS. ^" ^'^'' '"'^'^ varieties in fine stock.
JOHN N. MAY, = Summit, New Jersey.
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COMMERCIAL ORCHIDS.
The growing popularity of orchids, and their more extensive use in floral decora
tions has been noted in these columns at various times during the past year; and It
occurred to us that a chapter in our Spring Special Edition, devoted to the tubject of
commercial orchids, would prove interesting and opportune. The articles presented
herewith are written by specialists in the growing of the several species touehed upon
and the information they have imparted will render very efficient and valuable aic
to those who may be inclined to take up the cultivation of orchids.
Owing to sickness and other unavoidable causes we have been deprived of the
services of specialists whom we had counted upon for other articles on one or more
useful species not includf d here.
Orchid Collecting in Colombia.
Ahstracl of Paper read before the New Jtr^rv
FlirieuUural Suciety, rccciilly, by Joh)i
K. Lajer.
We disembark, say, at Savanilla, United
States of Colombia, or at the mouth ot the
mighty Rio Magdalena. The river is navi-
gable for a distance of 600 miles, and
under favorable conditions the voyage will
take from nine to ten days, whereas, under
reversed circumstances it might take fif-
teen to twenty days. The lower parts do
not offer much of interest to the traveler,
as the surrounding country is very low
and swampy. Indeed, large stretches are
inuudated, but after a time habitations
and small towns begin to appear. IVIost ot
the habitations are built of bamboo and
earth; a good many consist simply of a
few bamboo poles secured in the ground
with a fe^v leaves ot Cocos butyracea tied
on tor roof and walls. The principal foods
latter are the tubers of Manihot utilissima
(known in commerce as tapioca).
The vegetation on the Lower Magdalena
is somewhat monotonous, but, gradually
ascending, the number of species increases.
The scenery in many places is magnificent.
Imagine the river banks covered with trees
or shruljs ot all descriptions, festooned with
vines and climbers down to the water's
edge, forming a dense mass, here and there
brightened by the presence ot lovely flow-
ers and beautifully colored birds. Behind
this extends a beautiful landscape dotted
with palms, and in the background the blue
chains of the Cordilleras, towering one
above the other. If it be his first trip, the
collector will feel not a little disappointed
by the almost total absence of orchids along
the river.
After the terminus of the Lower Mag-
dalena is reached a short railroad takes the
traveler to Honda. Here the river forms
some mighty rapids, which divide the
Magdalena into two sections, the Upper
and the I^ower. From Honda the only
means of transportation left the traveler is
on mule or horseback. After three or four
days' hard riding on a stubborn mule over
hot plains, wading rivers, climbing and de-
scending hills, Ibague is reached. The lat-
ter used to be, and still is to a certain ex-
tent, the center for Cattleya Trianae.
However, at present the plants are becom-
ing very scarce there. Ibague is situated
at the foot ot the Tolima, a snowy peak,
forming part of the central mountain chain
of Colombia, and at an elevation of 4,000
leet above sea level.
Where Tliey Grow.
One of the most important items to the
collector is the finding of a good district,
not only where plants are abundant, but
also where a good strain of varieties may
be obtained. This involves a great many
hardships and inconveniences, but it cer-
tainly pays, though a good deal of money
and time has to be spent before obtaining
results. In distrit-ts where plants are plen-
tiful and help easily procured the collect-
ing is, comparatively speaking, a pleasure
compared to what the exploring trips are.
Before commencing to gather the plants a
good central place must be selected as
headquarters — a place situated, if possi-
ble, in the district itself, or in the imme-
diate outskirts, or, in short, in sDme place
from which there is an exit permitting
the collecto to t a si o t plants on uie-
back Bv headq a te s I n ein a fe ■
ranch s or tents p tched for tl e oc as on,
od d J the plants a d
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are i
fterent d
tains, with their spurs and hills, rivers and
streams, forming valleys and gullies, hol-
lows and precipices impossible to describe
or imitate, and in these secluded localities
is where the orchids luxuriate and where
they display their magnificent flowers to
the best advantage, inviting the collector
to come and pick them, yet oftentimes de-
fying every attempt to capture them. If
the collector is a lover of plants he will
see nature in all its marvelous beauty.
For a moment or two he is likely to forget
himself, forgets all hardships and worries,
while a feeling of enthusiasm steals over
him, leaving an itnpression which he will
not soon forget.
Cattleyas.
The cattleyas are found at from 2,000 to
nearly 5,000 feet above eea level, almost
invaribly growing on living trees, on the
trunks or in the forkis of the branches.
They always try, as it were, to eetabiish
themselves in places where they receive
abundance of light and a glimpse of eun.
Sometimes, indeed, they are exposed to the
full sun. The latter, as a rule, are the best
plants. At the lowest elevation they will
pensistently follow the course of streams.
Higher up they may be found growing in
deep hollows or gullies, and at the last
stage they are found in all exposures. This
is ea,sily explained by the atmosphere being
charged with more moisture than at the
lower elevation, where a dryer heat pre-
vails. Most of the Colombian cattleyas and
also other orchids have no well defined
r&sting periods, as far as I observed, within
almost two-thirds ot the entire territory.
There are two rainy and two dry seasons in
the year, while even during the dry seasons
it is not an infrequent occurrence to have a
and
Plants of Cattleya Trianae are found in
flower almost the year round, yet there are
two marked flowering seasons, December to
January and May to June, the latter being
the chief. A number ot plants would have
four and five flowering leads already fully
up, with another half-grown break at its
base, while very often a third would be
starting. Such breaks always seemed to
grow and mature in much less time than its
mother bulb, in order to, as it were, in one
united effort display their floral treasure.
Geogrnpbical Rnn^e.
The Republic of Coiombi-i is very rich in
orchids, the different species being spread
over itis entire territory. The greatest ntim-
her of species, however, is probably to be
found on the eastern foothills of the cen-
tral Cordillera, which is a continuation ot
the Peruvian and Equadorian Andes, but
upon entering Colombia they branch out
into three distinct chains, known as the
Centra^. Cordillera, the Eastern Cordillera
and the Western Cordillera, forming be-
tween them the immen.se valley and river
;:iystems called the Cauca, the Magdalena
and "Lo,5 Llanos de St. Juan," or the
"Cazanare." This latter immense territory
is drained principally by the Amazon and
the Orinoco systems, great stretches ot
which are as yet unexplored.
The State of Tolima may be considered as
the home of the Cattleya Trianae. It follows
the eastern foothills of the Central Cor-
dillera from about the second degree to
about the fifth degree northern latitude, and
at it? southern limit it is distributed over
all the three chains. This latter region is
also the home of Odontoglossum crispum
Cattleya gigas takes the place of Cattleya
Trianae further northward, where it ex-
tends between the sixth and the eighth de-
gree northern latitude on both the central
and eastern chains. This terr to y s ex
ceptionally rich in useful speci su h as
Cattleya chrysotoxa, Miltonia e 11a a
Odontoglossum luteo-purpureum O s ep
turn. O. coronarium, O. Walls and O
Harryanum: also Cvpripedium S hi n
Maxillaria, luteo-alba, Epidendr n fin b
atum anrl Masdevallias in variety San au
however, may be con;?idered as the p p 1
district for the latter.
I found Miltonia vexillaria as low as 000
feet above sea level, and as high a 6 000
to 7.000 feet, but at the flrst-ment oned alt
tude the plants were generally very small.
It generally grows on smaller trees and
branches of Melastoma,? and Quercus. O.
coronarium is found at a very high altitude,
often growing on the ground or in mass,
where it rambles for yards until it finds a
tree .suited for its requirements. The mag-
nificence of the flower spikes surpasses im-
agination.
Odontoglossniil crispnin.
On the Eastern chain Odontogiosum
cr,i3pum is found, principally between the
fourth and .sixth degree northern latitude ai
an altitude ot 6,000 to 9,000 feet. The best
plants and the best varieties, however, oc-
cur at 6,000 and 7,000 feet elevation, where
it grows in occasional openings of the for-
ests on the trunks and branches of large
trees, and where there is an abundance of
light. In company with Od. crispum growa
O. Lindleyanum and O. gloriosum.
Further northward, or in the State of San-
tander, Cattleya Mendelii occurs, and on
the eastern foothills of the Eastern Cor-
dillera, Cattleya Shroederae. On the West-
ern Chain, or along the Rio Cauca, Cattleya
Chocoensis is found. Unlike its allies, it
grows to a great extent in forests on level
land, stretches of which are swampy and un-
healthy. This Cattleya is very abundant in
certain places, and grows invariably on
treei5. The flowering season is August and
September. In tiiis region may also be
found Odontoglossum Roezlii. growing in a
comparatively high temperature.
The End Is ApproaclilnK.
Many of the New Granadian orchids are
rapidly decreasing in quantity. Cattleya
chrysotoxa is very near extinction, Miltonia
vexillaria is going fast, as is also Cattleya
Mendelii and Odontoglossum crispum. Mil-
tor ia vexillaria and O. crispum increase
rapidly from seed, where the forests are
not already destroyed, or they would have
beginning to deal more considerably with
che forests, besides which many of the
land owners and even the respective govern-
ments are taking precautions against the
total destruction ot their most beautiful
jewels. And can you blame them?
Some Useful Cattleyas.
It is not quite a decade since the cultiva-
tion ot orchids for cut flowers was assumed
in this country, but in that time they have
been gaining steadily in public favor,
until now they are in great demand for the
most exclusive floral arrangements and dec-
orations. The exquisite and rich tint of
their flowers and their long durability when
cut. makes them especially adapted for such
f. purpose.
The principal orchids cultivated for cut
flowera in America, so tar, are the
cattleyas of the Labiata section, some den-
drobiums, cymbidiums, cypripediums and
vandas. As all of them have to be gathered
and brought here from their tropical homes,
many a daring and romantic story is con-
nected with the collecting ot those plants.
Every orchid collector who has to go far
into the interior in search of his plants en-
counters plenty of hardships and privations
to be remembered in later life. His moun-
tain home, the temporary headquarters dur-
ing collecting, though very desolate, offers
him at least shelter and an opportunity to
study the surrounding tropical nature and
The old Cattleya labiata, or the C. lab-
can claim, perhaps, the most interesting
history connected with its first introduction,
subsequent rediscovery and relntroduction
into our greenhouses. Though the first of
all cattleyas introduced from its supposed
Brazilian home in the Organ .Mountains,
near Rio de Janeiro, it was mysteriously
lost for more than fifty years, and became
tltiv
of Brazil and South America were explored
the vain search for this beautiful species.
But several other valuable cattleyas were
covered instead. Arnold found Cattleya
Gaskelliana in the Caribbean Mountains,
d Percivaliana in the Cordillera de los
And Venez el Se dl d s e I La
the Ro
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ot all and at p e
e ul cattleya fo cut fl
The climatic conditions of
home dilfer somewhat from those of other
catiieyai? and mostly resemble those condi-
tion under which speciosissima grows.
There, the dry season lasts about seven
months of the year and is very rigorous;
owing to this fact, the double flower sheath
seems to be an increased natural protection
for the coming flowers. From about 10
o'clock in the morning until almost tour in
the afternoon, the heat is unbearable.
After this time, a breeze generally sets in,
and the nights are mostly cool and refresh-
ing. The temperature ranges from about
60 to 100 degrees F., but only remains tor
a very short time at the lower extreme.
After such a season of rest C. labiata is
extremely floriferous; four to five large
flowers on a spike are common, and I have
even counted up to seven on one single
flowerspike.
The conditions of our northern latitude,
make some cultural changes necessary, and
we should try to keep the plants, after the
flowering season, as long at rest as possi-
ble, which we can only do by keeping
them very cool, dry and airy. If such a.
course is followed and the plants are kept
from growing as long as possible, the flow-
ering season may easily be prolonged up to
Christmas. There is no great dilficulty at
all in the cultivation of this very free grow-
ing and flowering species.
Among other and older cattleyas, one ot
the most popular is the beautiful spring
flowering Cattleya Mossiae. Its present
home is the remotest parts of the Central
Cordillera of 'Venezuela. Once very plenti-
ful and easy of access, it has become very
difiicult and expensive to procure, owing to
so many large shipments having been col-
lected there for many years. I remember,
about six years back, it did not cost half
the trouble and expense to collect this
orchid tfiat it does now. The supposed
owners of those mountains, where this
epiphytal orchid is still to be found, are
getting more and more exacting in the
prices they ask for the privilege of gather-
ing there, for they think they possess a
treasure in those plants which they
imagine are worth a great amount of money
in European cou.otries and North America.
It la, for instance, curious to note, how
even the Indian in the remotest parts of
the Cordilleras is convinced that a white
"Flor de Mayo" (as Cattleya Mossiae is
called there) is worth its weight in gold in
England.
Another valuable 'Venezuelan cattleya is
Gaskelliana, from the eastern parts of the
Caribbean mountains. Under cultivation it
blooms during the summer months, though,
at home spring is its flowering season. My
first collecting experience with this variety
was a succession of great hardships. Dur-
ing the rainy season, which lasts there for
a very long time, the mountains are almost
daily deluged with heavy rains, and are tor
that reason nearly inaccessible. Food is
often unattainable, as those few Indians
in
ricts
jpon
anything edible. With some bananas, and
bread made out of the roots of the manihot
(Jarabe manihot) they are satisfied; in bet-
ter times, some raw sugar from the sugar
cane and dried fish, with black coffee, is
added.
Owing to the high degree of moisture dur-
ing the greater part of the year, a most
luxuriant tropical vegetation is found in the
districts where Cattleya Gaskelliana grows;
and for that reason, it may be, this particu-
lar Cattleya only grows very high up on
trees, which mostly all have to be cut down
in order to get the plants. The destruction
of those magnificent forests can, therefore,
be well imagined, as this species generally
only is found upon the oldest and finest
specimens.
Orchids are never found growing upon
palms, but some varieties are very fre-
quently met with upon rocks in the moun-
tain stream.? and on the very steep preci-
pices bordering the same. Almost entirely
in such pasitions is found Cattleya Percival-
iana, in the Cordillera de los Andes in
Venezuela. On acount of their rich and
highly colored flowers, this is one of the
most gorgeous of the entire family of cat-
tieyais. Though I have seen them in their
home in bloom and the flower? almost the
same size as those of other cattleyas under
cultivation with us, they are sometimes
rather small and as the plant is seemingly
0 a eat extent h n d opped out ot the
1 t h omm al g rs. The two last
m t n d attl y s^ha been greatly an-
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hidden in the great Cordilleras of Colombia.
Several ot our most useful and teautiful
cattleyas, many odontoglossums, oncidiums,
miltonias, etc.. have their home there.
Colombia is, in many respects, the most in-
teresting and agreeable country o£ South
America for the Northern traveler. As the
mountainous parts are benefited by a high
degree of moisture, mostly all are covered
with a luxuriant tropical vegetation. The
principal and only waterway in the interior,
the great Rio Magdalena, offers a splendid
opportunity to see a large tract of the coun-
try. The bordem of this river are dotted
with primeval forests and enlivened by
numberless alligators, monkeys, parrots and
many different and curious land and water
fowl. But to go up one of the many tribu-
taries, in a small canoe, affords a mucij
better chance to see the interior. As the
little boat is pulled along by the natives on
the shore a picture of the most magnificent
grandeur is unfolded. Here and there a
native hut or a village is encountered. The
houses, either built of reeds or mud, are
generally covered with palm leaves and sur-
rounded by plantations of sugar cane, cot-
fee, cocoa, bananas and other tropical plants
The mountains of Colombia are known to
be the home of Cattleya Schroederae C.
Mendelii. C. gigas, C. Trianae, etc., where
the plants are found at an elevation of from
about 3,000 to 7,000 feet above the level ct
the sea. The latter species, once plentiful
on the headwaters of the Rio Magdalena,
has been very much decimated in late
years, and although it seemed to be inex-
haustible, it will sooner or later share the
same fate of most of our other Cattleyas—
become so scarce that collecting them fo^
commercial purposes will have to be aban-
doned. ADOLF A. SACHSH.
Newtown, L. I.
Treatment of Newly Imported
Orchids.
Years ago It was considered a difficult
task to establish newly imported orchids
with any degree of certainty; many thou-
sands were lost annually, and when one
looks back on the crude manner in which
they were handled on arrival it is not sur-
prising that so many were lost.
The plants, when unpacked, should be
placed loosely to admit air, in flats on
damp sphagnum, and put in a shady part
of their respective departments (where
there is not a proper importation house) for
a day or so, after which they should be
carefully sponged and looked over, remov-
ing with a clean cut the bruised and de-
cayed parts, and taking away any decayed
material from the roots. This done, the
plants should be pulled up as quickly as
possible into small pots or baskets as oc-
casion demands, allowing in each case
plenty of drainage, and giving the same
temperature as established plants of the
same species. For a while they must be
carefully shaded from the sun and receive
water sparingly at the roots until they
show signs of action, after which they re-
quire the same treatment as their better
established sister plants.
When plants of the eGnera Cattleya,
Laelia, Dendrobium, Masdevallia, Odonto-
glossum, Oncidium and others of like na-
ture are received in a shriveled condition,
they should in addition be syringed over
the foliage and pseudo-bulbs two or three
times a day in favorable weather, to assist
in plumping them up. Many Cypripe-
diums also do well with this treatment,
but the slow growing coriaceous kinds,
such as the concolor section, Rothschildi-
anum, Sanderianum, SLonei, etc., with
genera Aerides, Phalaenopsis, Saccolab-
ium, Vanda and kindred sorts must, if
syringed at all, be gone over with great
care, and in bright weather using a very
fine spray, as water lodging in their
young growths is very liable to rot them. It
is better to omit the syringing and keep
them in a trifle closer atmosphere until
they show signs of action, when regular
■ is required.
R. M. GREY.
The New Orchid Culture.
The mystery which for a long time en-
shrouded the cultivation of orchids outside
of their own native habitat, and which
was intensified by those tew men who were
supposed to have mastered the secrets un-
der cultivation, will be very rudely dissi-
pated by the following information. A
little over a year ago two men, eminent in
the orchid growing world, then in the em-
ploy of Messrs. Pitcher and Manda, decid-
ed to go into the business for (hemselves,
under the firm name of Lager & Hurrell,
at Summit, N. J., John E. Lager, the senior
partner, is perhaps better known as a col-
lector than as a grower; and in this ca-
pacity is probably destined to be the most
renowned of his class in present times,
his reputation being already world wide.
His partner, Henry Hurrell, as a grower
is rarely excelled, his experience gained by
working in the great collections of Europe
and America eminently fitting him in this
line to work out any problem in cultivation
that may arise, either suddenly or other-
wise, so that the success which so far has
attended the efforts of this young firm is
readily accounted for.
Mr. Lager had not been long gone to the
home of the cattleya till he sent to hi?
firm 150 large cases of C. Trianae. To han-
dle such a bulk and fix it up is no mean
task under ordinary methods; to place the
plants either on blocks, in baskets or in
pots would necessitate a large outlay of
money for peat, pots, etc.. in addition to a
great amount of manual labor, and very
considerable room — something which the
firm had determined to avoid; hence, they
had decided upon a daring new and novel
scheme of treatment, a scheme which in
its very daring made many expert orchid-
growers stand aghast when they heard
about it, and one which we ourselves have
watched with very great interest, waiting
just a year for results before mentioning
it in the columns of the "Florists' Ex-
change."
The result of a very recent visit, for
observation, so satisfies us that our temer-
ity is dispelled, and with pleasure we pre-
sent to our readers the methods of what
we will call "The New Orchid Culture."
To begin with, a house 24x150 feet has a
skeleton, even span frame, fixed in the
cenler, at nearly the same angle as the
roof, three feet from the glass. This crude
looking structure is to receive the orchids;
but, instead of pots, the plants are fixed
upon hemlock boards, five feet in length,
with widths varying from 8 to 10 inches.
Very little trimming to the plants is done;
when received, old bulbs and roots are
largely retained, thus saving an immense
amount of labor, which would be necessi-
tated in the case of potting. Instead, the
plant is spread out on the board; no wire
is used, but in its place coppered staples.
Three or tour of these are driven over the
more stubborn parts which bring the plant
to rest tightly and evenly, and should any
old heels be in the way and incline to pro-
trude, they are flafttened by driving a small
tack through them.
The usual packing ot peat, fiber, moss,
etc., is, in a measure, done away with, and
as a substitute a little chopped peat is
shaken well into and among the parts, and
to this is added a sprinkling of dried cow
dung. To prevent these ingredients from
working out of the board an ordinary
builder's lath or strip is nailed up the
side, so that when complete the plants rest,
as it were, in a shallow trough. The
board itself is one inch thick, and the ends
are kept free. The whole work is com-
pleted in the shed, so that all that re-
! is to carry the trough
the
ith.
her<
Should any of the pieces in the original
orchid cases be of extra size, instead of
breaking them up they are secured to hem-
lock board blocks, by staples, with a
wire loop. These are suspended from the
roof or in any other convenient position.
It can readily be seen that by this sys-
tem the labor of watering has been re-
duced to a minimum; a thorough hosing
from time to time settles that part. The
appearance on the whole is the reverse of
elegant, but the plants themselves are so
far simply revelling under the treatment.
They have flowered well and are making
remarkable growths, and upon examination
on the surface of the wood a mass of new
roots was found, some of which have run
to an extraordinary length.
A slight shading ot whitelead and naph-
tha is spread on the glass. The temper-
ature of the house is allowed to fall to 60
degrees, sometimes a little lower, high
temperatures being avoided. Lots of ven-
tilation in favorable weather is given. C.
labiata, C. gigas and other kinds are either
placed upon blocks or in baskets; in this
way they are more saleable. All of these
are in the same good health.
Since Mr. Lager has been absent upon
this trip he has sent home 200 cases of
Cattleya Trianae and 100 miscellaneous, in-
cluding C. gigas, C. Schroderae, C. chocoen-
eis and several odontoglossums. Another
hundred cases are on the way, largely of
C. Trianae. It may here be mentioned that
the type of C. Trianae is of an excellent
order, and is producing some fine forms,
many of which are very distinct.
Cypripediums.
The cypripedium is one of the most use-
ful genera in the orchid family, taking into
consideration the length of time they last
in bloom and the various times at which
they flower. One has no trouble to have
them in bloom all the y^ar round. A batch
say, of C. insigne at the end of November,
when in full flower, makes a unique and
grand show. People will travel hundreds
of miles to see them every year.
The cultivation of the cypripedium is
simple. The compost they most delight in
is rough fibrous peat, sphagnum moss and
broken charcoal. Fill the pots half full
with potsherds, and pot very firm, for that
is one of the main points in almost all
orchid cultivation, especially the terrestrial
kinds.
If a cypripedium is not properly potted
it will never take the water freely. They
like quantities of water when growing, and
that is almost all the year through. Don't
be afraid of the water if all the other con-
ditions are favorable.
In regard to temperature, they may be
divided into two classes, intermediate and
stove. In the winter months 50 or 60
degrees for the cool ones, 60 to 65 degrees
will suit those from warm countries ad-
mirably. C. insigne will grow well and
bloom profusely in the cool house; they
never do so well when kept too warm.
Some advocate putting them outside in
the summer, from June until September.
I think that is a good plan if one has a
suitable place and water handy. The main
thing is to obtain good strong short leaves;
then they will be sure to bloom finely.
Of course they must have a shady position
under trees or some other protection from
the sun. This class of orchids is easily
disfigured by scorching.
If grown under glass in the hot weather,
keep plenty of air on the houses night and
day, with moderate shading, keep the stages
and floors dampened down three times a day
in the warm season, with good syringing in
the evenings of bright days. They then will
grow like lettuce.
Sometimes the yellow thrip will have a
go at them, but that is easily kept down
by never letting them get dry in the first
place, nor to suffer from want of syrin-
ing. If they have a very bad attack, place
tobacco stems under the benches for a cou-
ple of weeks and thrip will take its exit
quickly.
Of the kinds most suitable for florists'
use that can be bought now quite cheaply
and cut in quantity, I consider the follow-
ing the best:
C. Harrisianum flowers in October, and
all through the winter month. C. insigne
varieties flowers from middle of November
until the end of January.
C. callosum and C. Spicerianum are also
good winter blooming sorts.
C. villosum and C. Boxallii have fine
large flowers, and are invaluable for their
profusion of bloom.
C. Charlesworthii is a very flue, new
sort, beautiful, but rather too short in
stem for cutting.
Of course there are hundreds of varieties
and sub-varieties that are very grand and
beautiful to look at, but they are rather too
high in price for general florists' pur-
poses.—GEORGE SAVAGE.
That the cypripedium has made great
strides in popular favor is a fact which
the up to date grower has taken advantage
of, and quite a number are now growing
cypripediums for the market, and find them
a profitable investment.
The species most commonly grown is C.
insigne, and though it is one of the oldest
in cultivation it has held a position in the
front rank since its introduction. It can
be grown in any ordinary greenhouse, with
as little care and attention as a common
geranium or fuchsia. The first importajit
thing to be attended to is to see that the
plants are properly potted, and the best
time to look after this is when they are
through flowering. The following is a good
compost to use — ^ good fibrous peat, %
live sphagnum moss, 14 rich fibrous loam.
Chop the peat and moss small enough so
that it will mix readily with the soil, and
put some charcoal through the mixture,
which will keep the whole fresh and sweet.
When potting the plants see that all the old
decayed roots are cut out. The base of the
plant should be elevated slightly above the
rim of the pot. which should be filled three
parts full with clean broken crocks. Pot
the plants firmly and do not use too large
sizes. After the plants have been potted
care should be taken in watering, as too
much water would soon cause the material
in the pots to sour, and the root action
would be retarded and injured. The best
plan is to give them a good watering to be-
gin with, and then keep them moderately
moist until root action has properly started,
after which they will take a plentiful sup-
ply of water. They will also be greatly
benefited by an application of weak liquid
manure about twice a week, which can be
increased in strength until it is as strong as
would be given a rose, chrysanthemum or
any ordinary plant.
A good many growers raise their plants
to very large specimens, but to obtain the
best results in quantity and quality of
bloom, these large masses should be brok-
en up and put in four, five and six inch
pots. One of the finest lots of C. insigne
I have ever seeh v.'as grown in frames dur-
ing the summer months. The sashes were
elevated above the frame about ten inches
allow
of
and this was left on day and night, and
only taken off during wet and stormy
weather. When the plants were taken in
after the nights began to get cold the foli-
age was slightly yellow, but it was the
yellow of sun-ripened growth and not of
disease. They flowered with great freedom
and were of excellent quality.
Other cypripediums which can be bought
cheap and reasonable, and are useful for
commercial purposes, are C. Lawrence-
anum, C. Harrisianum, C. Danthieri, C.
Ashburtoniae, C. Boxallii, C. villosum, C.
nitens. All these can be grown in the
same manner as C. insigne. with the ex-
ception that it is best not to use soil in
the potting mixture. Equal parts of live
sphagnum moss and fibrous peat will be
found to be a good mixture for them. Al-
ways have plenty of good, clean drainage
and put the plants in as small pots as
possible. A temperature of from 55 to 65
degrees will suit these cypripediums well,
and they must be given plenty of light
and ventilation. When the sun gets power-
ful in spring and summer the plants must
be shaded from the direct rays, otherwise
the foliage will get spoiled and the plants
ruined ROBERT E. ROSE.
Loslias for Florists.
A great number of laelias are so easily
grown and require so little attention that
they are great favorites with all orchid
lovers. Among the many the following are
the most useful for commercial purposes;
L. albida, L. anceps, L. autumnalis and L.
purpurata. The three first named can be
grown easily in a rose, palm or any or-
dinary greenhouse. In fact, I have seen
them growing in so many different tem-
peratures and positions, that it appeared
as though they had the power to adapt
themselves to almost any condition. Ot
course, to grow them to perfection they
should' have a nice, bright, well ventilated
position, where the sun can get at them
at all times. They can be grown in pots,
baskets or blocks, and as blocks take up the
least room, most growers prefer that
method.
When putting the plants on the wood
use a thin layer of mixed peat and moss,
and be sure that the plant is put on very
flrmly, as it will not grow so well it
loosely put on. In the summer time the
plants will take a plentiful supply of
water; in fact, they will require syringing
two or three times a day. as the blockps
do not retain the moisture very long. It
possible, it would be better during the
hot summer months to protect them slightly
from the sun by painting the glass with a
light coat of whitewash, as they are apt
to get too dry and shrivel under clean
glass.
As soon as the bulbs have completed
their growth the supply ot water should be
reduced, as the plants are apt to start into
new growth before flowering if watered too
copiously. When the flowering season
(which is during November, December and
January) is over, the plants should be
rested by being kept cooler and only water
enough given to keep them from shrivel-
ing.
L. albida has rather small flowers, but
the colors are very beautiful, varying
through shades ot white, rose, pink, and
even light yellow.
L. autumnalis is one ot the finest laelias,
being of a handsome rosy purple color, and
has its flowers borne on a long spike from
three to six in number.
L. purpurata ranks as one of the most
handsome of orchids, and it most certainly
deserves its title, "King of Orchids." The
sepals and petals are white, sometimes
streaked and tinted with rosy purple; the
lip is very broad, ot a rich purple color,
veined with a deeper color. The throat is
yellow, marked with purple. It flowers
during early spring and summer. Though
classed as an intermediate orchid, it can he
grown with L. anceps, albida and autumn-
alis. It requires a plentiful supply of water
during the growing season, with plenty of
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Cattleya Labiata.
Spray of Odontoglossum Crispum.
Cattleya Labiata spike showing seven flowers opening
Damaged in transit from tiie mountains.
Drawn from a\*hotogrt desirable kinds, but before a dendrobe
be taken up for the market it must be
procurable in quantity at a cheap rate, and
this alone puts outside the range of mar-
ket possibilities some very lovely forms.
A. HERRINGTON.
Calanihes.
In these days of carnations and roses it
is barely possible that but lew of your
readers will spare the time to glance over
my attempt to draw their attention to
calanthes.
Calanthe Veitchii and the varieties of
C. vestita have tew equals as cut flowers
tor decorative purposes. C. Veitchii, with
Adiantum cuneatum, for dinner table dec-
oration is delicate and exceedingly effec-
tive, the graceful arching spikes of rich
rose color, in contrast with the maiden-
hair fern, showing up splendidly under
artificial light. C. vestita and varieties are
suitable for lunch table decoration, and
like C. Veitchii, are well adapted tor filling
vases, not only on account of their beauty,
but also for their keeping qualities. Al-
though they are among the most fragile
looking flowers, they will keep several
weeks in water, and from six to eight
weeks on the plants.
In decorations tor balls, where banks of
ferns are used, calanthes can be employed
with pleasing effect- The bulbs can be
taken out of the pot and placed among the
ferns, or laid on the fern pots, with the
flower spikes well above the fern fronds.
Flowering, as they do, in November, and
lasting till after Christmas, when flowers
are scarce, they should be more sought
after than they are at present.
Calanthes are terrestrial orchids, and
those mentioned above are deciduous, los-
ing their leaves when the flowers begin to
open. They are of easy culture, commenc-
ing to grow toward the end of March.
When the young growths are about an
inch In length they begin to make roots
and should be repotted without delay, on
account of the young roots being so tender
and easily broken. The compost I have
used for a number of years has always
given good results; it consists of two parts
sod, that has been piled long enough to kill
the grass roots (I shake out some of the
earth, saving all the rough fibrous pieces),
one part horse manure, and one part made
up of broken pots, charcoal broken small,
sphagnum moss and sand, well mixed to-
gether. Clean pots should be used, with
plenty of drainage, broken pots and char-
coal being good for this purpose — about
two inches for a six-inch pot, with a layer
of sphagnum moss. Fill up the pots with
the compost, pressing it firmly. Place on
the bulbs one, two, three or more together,
according to size; pack more compost
around them, sufficient to keep them up-
right and a little above the top of the pot,
finishing up with a little sphagnum moss.
Give them a good watering with a rose
watering pot. Press around the bulbs with
the fingers, being careful not to bruise or
cover up the young growths. Pressing
while wet packs the compost around the
bulbs, which keeps them uprignt until the
young roots take hold. Water carefully
and keep on the dry side until they have
become well established and made good
growths, when they will take plenty of
water. Cow or horse manure water once a
week will help to develop the new bulbs.
They like plenty of moisture and a light
shade, and will thrive well in a house with
crotons and dracenas.
When they have made new bulbs and
the fiowers are beginning to open tney
should be moved into a cooler and dry
house. Very little water is needed now,
and when the fiowers are cut the bulbs
can be shaken out of the pots, put in fiats
and kept in a dry place, where the tem-
perature does not go below 50 degrees
until it is time to start the plants again.
They frequently make small bulbs near
the top of the one-year-old bulbs, and
from the base of the older ones. C. Veitchii
and the varieties that have a constriction
in the middle of their pseudo bulbs, can be
multiplied by cutting transversely through
the bulbs and placing them in pots filled
with pieces of brick, broken very small. Al-
most all of the tops will make small bulbs
from the side or near the top.
Seedlings will sometimes flower the sec-
ond year, but it takes most of them three
or four years. In about three months after
the fiowers have been fertilized the seeds
will be ripe and should be sown as soon as
possible in the newly potted calanthes pots.
The young seedlings will begin to show
themselves in July and August; they should
be carefully removed from the calanthes
pots and planted about one inch apart, in
six-inch pots, filled with fibrous loam and
sphagnum moss, chopped flne and mixed
with broken pots and charcoal, pounded
up as flne as coarse sand. They should be
kept growing as long as they will malte a
leaf, in order to get as large a bulb as
possible before they rest. During the rest-
ing season they must be watched carefully
and kept slightly moist or they will dry
up entirely. When they start in the fol-
lowing spring they can be treated the same
as larger bulbs, but, being so small, they
will need more care.
The variety of C. vestita var. Cornelius
Vanderbilt, shown in the illustration, was
raised by myself. It has gained two silver
medals— one at Boston from the Massa-
chusetts Horticultural Society and one at
-Newport.
The photograph shows a plant In fiower—
a pseudo-bulb that has made two new ones,
both of them flowering bulbs. The largest
has two spikes of flower, and the smallest
one. It will be noticed that the foliage is
still in fairly good condition. The picture
was taken in the fern house at "The Break-
ers." It shows the benches and fern pots;
the pots are standing on the cement walk
and the arching spike of flowers reaches a
littlo higher.
The best kinds for florists' use are C.
vestita luteo-oculata, C. vestita rubro-
oculata, C. vestita gigantea, and C. vestita
var. Cornelius Vanderbilt, C. Turner!, C.
Regnieri and C. Veitchii. Of the evergreen
species C. Masuca and C. veratrifolia are
good for cutting purposes.
R. GARDNER.
It Is a matter of some surprise that these
charming orchids do not receive more at-
tention. They produce their flowers at a
time of year when other bloom is not most
profuse, and the decorative effect of the
plants can be judged from the accompany-
ing illustration, reproduced from a photo-
graph sent by Peter B. Robb. gardener to
E. Whitin, Whitinsville, Mass., who de-
scribes his method of culture as follows:
After resting the bulbs in a dry place for
eight or nine weeks, they are shaken out
of their previous flowering pots, and stood
on sand in seed pans or cutting boxes, in
a temperature of from 60 to 65 degrees;
the sand being kept moist so as to encour-
age new growth. After the young roots
are fairly started, there should he no de-
lay in getting the bulbs potted, as there is
great danger of breaking them, no matter
how careful one may be. For potting ma-
terial I use good flbrous turf, shaking out
as much as possible of the flne soil, also
a little well-rotted cow manure, with a good
sprinkling of clean sand. Good drainage is
necessary, and the pots should be about
half fllled with good clean crocks or char-
After potting I place the bulbs In a tem-
perature of from 65 to 70 degrees, where
they soon begin to grow. Care must be
taken not to water too freely till they are
fairly started. A light spray with the
syringe in the morning is about all that
is necessary for some time; a light shad-
ing is also required, painting the glass with
a thin coating of white lead and kerosene
will be quite suflBcient, and if grown in
too dull a place they make big soft bulbs,
but we don't get such good results in
flower spikes.
After the pots are well fllled with roots.
I give liquid cow manure about twice a
week, just enough manure to color the
water to begin with. This may be in-
creased in strength and applied oftener, as
growth advances. As soon as the flowers
begin to open it is not necessary to apply
so much water; at this stage I begin to dry
ofl'. and by the time they are in full flower
don't give them ;
Grow
thii
I ha
had
ith
many as 45 flowers on them. Pew orchids
are more graceful for greenhouse decora-
tion than calanthes. when grouped with
ferns, and their lasting qualities for cut
flower purposes make them general favor-
Vaporizmg Orchids.
A writer in the "Orchid Review" states
hat for half a dozen years he has treated
is plants with ammoniacal vapor, which
as increased their vigor and improved the
olor of the leaves of all species of orchids.
This vapor bath has ben administered on
lay and Thursday nights every week
after the houses have been dampened down
d the ventilators tightly closed. Soot
d lime are used to produce the ammonia,
but they are not used dry since it has been
found that there is much less danger of
injury to the leaves by the use of a liquid
solution, which can be spread more evenly
and which gives off its ammonia more
slowly. A bucketful of soot and half a
bucketful of lime are put into a tub with
louse of Calanthes.
330
The F=lorists* Exchange.
twelve gallons of water, and alter being
thoroughly mixed the liquid is allowed to
stand for three days, when it is ready for
use. No care is taken to use the clear
liquid alone, hut the mixture, thick and
thin, is spread over the cindered stages of
the houses at the rate of three gallons to a
house containing 4,000 cubic feet of air
space. The tub is then refilled with water,
soot and lime, so that the mixture is al-
ways ready in three or four days, when
needed again.— Garden and Forest.
Phalaenofjsis.
In treating of the cultivation of any
plant grown tinder glass, we must begin
with the house in which we are to grow
It. It is not necessary to have a house
specially built for phalaenopsie; any ordi-
nary stove house will do. Neither does it
make much difference whether the house is
built north, south, east or west, providing
you have the des'red temperature, which is
65 degrees: nothing more nor less; no varia-
tion from that in the winter.
The next thing necessary about the house
iB a full supply of pure air. Ventilation is
one of the greatest essentials to their
well being. I have often been told by
orchid growers never to put air on the
phalaenopsis when it was freezing hard
outside. Weil, contrary to advice, I have
put it on, and kept it on all the time,
whether the temperature was above or be-
the
ithe
or cloudy, down came the ventilators
tight, to remain so until the outside at-
mosphere became purified, when I would
put on air again very gradually.
Heating is another factor which Is too
often omitted when required. It is abso-
lutely necessary to have a little fire heat
In summer to keep the Inside atmosphere
purified. The fires, therefore, should never
be allowed to go out during the summer
months; so that when the day is damp or
cloudy, you ere always prepared to get
the best ot the fungi which are sure to ac-
cumulate on the compost in such weather—
a disease which, if allowed to grow and
reach the roots or foliage of the plants, is
bound to bring dire results. An excessive
dampness in the house will bring black or
yellow spot on the foliage — the worst dis-
ease of all to get rid ot. In this case, 1
know of only one course to pursue, and
that is a continual watch over every Indi-
vidual plant. When this trouble is dis-
covered the remedy is simple, viz.: As
soon as observed on the leal, take your
knife and cut oft that portion of it where
the disease has manifested itself, cutting
at least half an inch below the spot, though
it may be the top leaf. It seems hard to
do this, but you will find by continuing this
course right along in every case, and then
using plenty of sulphur on the part of the
leaf you have cut through, that you will
have no more trouble with spot.
Another mischievous Imp that brings
about a great deal of vexation, and proves
a great drawback to this magnificent or-
chid. Is yellow thrip- the most desperate
little Insect that I have ever had to contend
with. To get rid of him, as usual, keep a
close watch and use tobacco in all forms;
have some fresh stems on your pipes, and
always keep a little fresh stems in water
to sponge with; give a light fumigation
three times a week. If this is done regu-
larly, it will keep the thrip within bounds.
Phalaenopsie requires to be shaded from
the direct rays of the sun at all times.
Watering is another of the most essential
duties connected with the growth of this
orchid. I seldom used any other than rain
water, and that always of the same tem-
perature as the house. In watering baskets
or pans (the plants are generally grown in
such), the best way is to have a barrel or
tank in the same house, as near to the pipes
as you can get it, and dip your plants at
least once a week. By this I don't mean
the foliage of the plant, but the compost
£ind roots and up as far as the bottom
leaf. This done, they require to be looked
after with the watering pot every morning.
They require this treatment only when
growing.
When resting, I. e., drying them off a
little, in order to get their flower spikes
through the hard skin In their natural way,
one has to be very careful; because on this
depends principally general results. You
have to study and know at what time your
plants are through growing, and whether
it is wise to get them into flower. To stop
a plant from growing in order to get it
into flower, you should lessen the watering
gradually, and when you see the flower
spikes appear, increase the amount of wat-
er very slowly until the flower spikes are
fully expanded.
Do they need to be fed? Well, yes, they
do. I don't know what they get to eat in
their native home, but I do know that under
cultivation they will take a good meal once
a week when growing. Fresh cow manure,
diluted in water about one peck to the bar-
rel, is what I used; and although I have
also used several fertilizers I have found
this liquid manure to be the best. But
they should never be fed while In flower.
The same course should be observed after
they are through flowering, for at least two
months. It Is bad policy to let them flower
too freely. I always made it a point to
pinch out all flower spikes from weak
plants, and prevent them flowering at all
that year. The following year you will get
a flower spike twice as strong and the
plant will almost be double in size as a re-
sult of stopping it from flowering.
PETER Mcdonald.
Odontoglossums.
This is certainly one of the most dif-
ficult classes of orchids to grow, and yet
among its varieties are some of the most
lovely orchid flowers ever used in floral
arrangements; such, for instance, as those
of O. crispum (Aiexandrae) and its varie-
ties, O. pescatorei, O. vexillaiium, O. Roez-
lii, o.ci.rosiiium anuO. grande, coulu we out
manage them as well as a number of grow-
ers do abroad. The two first named are
the most valuable for cut flowers, but are
also the hardest to grow. Several growers
have tried odontoglossums for some years
past, with more or less success; still these
orchids have not as yet proved very profit-
able; though there is hope that we may
succeed with them ultimately, for we
know that such eminent orchid growers in
private establishments, like George Savage,
Mr. Grey at Coming's, and the late William
Kobinson at Ames', raised these grand
varieties in elegant shape, and 1 believe if
the proper facilities and treatment are
given them they can be grown successfully
lu a commercial way. Our friend, Will-
iam iVlathews of Ithaca, has had fairly good
success with odontoglossums. The only
diflicuity with which we, in this country,
have to cope, is our very hot and dry at-
mosphert in summer. But when one sees
a block of twenty houses a hundred feet
long, each filled with 20,000 plants of Odon-
toglossum crispum and its varieties, ail in
excellent condition and bringing forth their
splendid crops of handsome, graceful arch-
ing spikes or sprays of pure white and
rosy pink and richly spotted and mottled
blossoms of yellow and chocolate it makes
one feel that he wants to go right in and
do them likewise.
Much has yet to be learned in regard to
growing these stubborn plants to such per-
lection as we see them raised abroad. Bel-
gium, so far, is the country where they are
grown to greatest perfection; although
there are several places in Great Britain
and also in France where they are done
comparatively well.
The other varieties of odontoglossums
mentioned above, we can manage very well
in this country, and grow them with a
profit. Fairly good plants ot these can be
had now for from $1 and upward, and if
well done, the first crop oi flowers will
more than pay for the plants. The most
essential thing to successful culture ot this
class of plants, is an even, moderate tem-
perature and constant moisture. A tem-
perature of 55 to 60 degrees in winter, and,
if possible 75, and not exceeding 80 degrees
in summer, is best for them; but at all
times a current of fresh air is highly es-
sential to their welfare. It is of great con-
cern, too, that the material in which they
are grown must never be allowed to get
sour or stagnant, therefore plenty of drain-
age is necessary.
HENRY A. SIEBRECHT.
New Rochelle, N. Y.
I ter results. A well matured pod contains
thousands of seeds, and it is not uncom-
mon to find fifty or one hundred seedlings in
a pot, when a good location has been select-
ed in which to sow the seed.
After many years ot practical experi-
menting, I And that seed does best when
sowed in a pot containing a plant of the
same genus as the pod, thus dendrobium
seed in a dendrobium pot or basket; cypri-
pedium seed, in a pot containing a cy-
pripedium, etc. I have tried hundreds of
pods in pots, baskets and bloclte, espe-
cially made up with the finest material,
and watched and tended them with the
greatest care, but have never yet raised a
plant in this manner. It is also poor policy
to choose a newly potted plant in which to
sow seeds, the surface material is liable
to decay on being brought into the close,
warm atmosphere of the greenhouse, and
is likely to contain minute injurious in-
sects, in either case the seed is lost.
In selecting a location, take a pot in
which the compost is pressed in firmly, so
that repeated watering will not wash the
seed in too deeply to reach the surface;
after germination, be sure that the sur-
face appears fresh, and the sphagnum, etc.,
is in a growing condition, but of stubby,
short growth, and not liable to grow so
freely as to smother out the seed.
Dust the seed rather thinly on the suf-
face, but do not cover it over. Label it,
with the date of
Raising Orchids from Seed.
With the quantity of good material at
hand in the different collections throughout
itry.
the
which orchids may be raised from seed, it
is surprising to note how remarkably few
have been reared to maturity in the United
States compared to Europe. It is not a
diflicult matter to raise orchids from seed.
The plants are fertilized as easily as most
others, the capsules ripen as quickly as
of
cypripediums, selenipediums, phaius,
can he flowered from seed in as little
and in nine cases ont of ten give bet-
eful
off the seed
in
watering.
At the end
of
from one to
six
monthis, or
a year in rj
re
cases, the y
oung seedlings
will be se
en
pushing up t
lei
tiny cotyledons.
The follow
ng
table gives
the number
months requ
a to produ
ce them from
seed,
Cattleyas take about five years to reach
the blooming period; masdevallias 2-3
years, oncidiums, 2-5 years, according to
the species; phaius 2-2^4 years, phalaenop-
sis about 5 years, dendrobium 3-4 years,
cypripediums from 2-4 years, according to
the species; the selenipedium section is the
most tree, I have had seedlings up in three
and one-half months after the flower was
fertilized, and the plant in bloom in less
than two years.
After the seedlings appear they must be
guarded against insect enemies, wood lice,
slugs, etc, until they reach the second or
third leaf, and start to root, when they
may be pricked off singly, into two inch
pots or tiny baskets as the species may de-
mand.
The potting material should consist of
finely chopped sphagnum-moss or half and
half moss and peat; if preferred, fill the
pot two-thirds full of fine potsherds, the
balance with compost, press it in rather
tight so as to hold the tiny plant firmly,
and also to keep the material from soaking
in too much water. This done, place it
in a lightly shaded part of house containing
other plants of the same genus (don't put
it in a propagating house, or sweat-box to
hurry it, or it is sure to perish), and give
it the same treatment as the older in-
dividuals, allowing water as often as the
compost appears dry on top.
It is recommended by some, to pick off
the seedlings as soon as they appear, but
unless the compost in which they are
growing is decayed or the foster plant
needs repotting, it is a very dangerous
operation, and the whole batch may be
lost through having no roots to nourish
them after being disturbed.— ROBERT M.
GREY.
Brief Review of Commercial
Orchid Culture in America.
Twenty years ago very few orchids were
grown in this country in a commercial
way. The only florist who had up to that
time grown orchids was Isaac Buchanan;
he had a fairly good collection ot both
East Indian and South American, and
also some Mexican orchids.
About the date mentioned the late George
Such started in the commercial orchid
ith his
oilectii
of palms, tropical and stove
plants. Some of the older leading florists
will remember, that when they wanted a
few choice flowers, and especially orchids,
they would send to South Amboy for them.
It was about this time, too, that the writer
who went to Mr. Buchanan right after
the war, and had then charge of the orchid
house, started into commercial orchid grow-
ing. The principal species we then had
were vandas, saccolabiums, dendrobium
nobile D, Bigibbum, D. thyrsiflorum, D,
denslflorum, and a few D, wardianum and
D, craissinode; phajus or bletia Tanker-
villiae, as it was properly known; Cattleyas
Mosslae, speclosissima, Skinnerii and C,
Dowiana; very few Pecivaliana or Trianae,
In cypripediums, we had the still good
old stand-by C, insigne and a few C,
barbatum and C, venustum, Coelogyne
cristata was also in the list, and, of
course, several kinds of Stanhopeas, such
as tigrina and insignis, also Laelia autumn-
alis and L, anceps. These comprised about
all the species, with the exception of some
common epidendrums and oncidiums.
And in those days, when we did have
some nice orchid blooms, it was quite a
task to dispose ot them; very often we
sent them to the better class of flower-
loving customers; and though this sort of
business would seem, at first, not to pay,
I tell you it paid handsomely in a general
way. It was the means of properly intro-
ducing orchid flowers. They were too
choice and too costly to offer for sale
cheap, but they were not too costly to
give away in the proper way. The writer
has given away thousands of orchid blooms
in his time.
About this time William Court came
over from the grand old house of James
Veitch & Sons, London, and he had such
faith in orchid culture as a paying busi-
ness that he always managed to sell us
several hundred pounds worth of the
choicer and rare orchids, such as Phalaenop-
sis Schilleriana, P. amabiiis, P, grandi-
flora, Cypripedium Spicerianum, Caianthe
Veitchii and a few other then rare things
by which he would swear as sure to be
money-makers,
John S, Bush, who had teen gathering a
small but choice collection as a hobby up
to this time, now turned his attention to
orchids in a commercial way. The vener-
able Louis Menand, of Albany, N, Y,, also
had a snug little collection ot choice things
in the way of orchids. The following were
about all the commercial places in this
country up to that time where orchids
were grown for sale, both as plants and
cut blooms: Isaac Buchanan, Astoria, L, 1.;
George Such, South Amboy; Louis Men-
and, Albany; Slebrecht & Wadley, New
Rochelle; John S. Bush of Tremont, and
William Mathews, of Utica. Ot course,
there were a number of private places
where orchid culture was carried on quite
extensively and successfully.
too, abou
thii
tha
Englan
Sander & Co., of St.
gan to send over consignments of orchids,
both established and imported plants,
which were sold at auction. These auction
sales proved very successful, and were the
means of giving orchid culture a great
boom in this country. Hugh Low & Co.
also sent over their representative, who
sold large numbers of orchids to commer-
cial growers. These orchid salesmen made
regular visits twice a year, and we would
not think anything of giving orders
amounting to $1,000 or $1,500 at a time.
Only the few men above mentioned, how-
ever, ventured into commercial orchid
growing. The rank and file of florists,
especially the growers, rather ridiculed the
idea, and had a good deal of fun to them-
selves at our expense, as they thought, and,
I believe, thought sincerely, that the orchid
would never become a commercial flower.
In fact, many of them did not hesitate to
say so; even up to ten years ago, when the
writer delivered an essay on orchid grow-
ing from a commercial standpoint, before
the Society of American Florists in con-
vention at Chicago, and advocated this
branch ot floriculture most vigorously, tell-
ing the florists of the country that inside
of ten years the orchid would become one
of the popular flowers, the majority of
growers and florists laughed at and pooh-
hooed the idea. But what has been the
result? Before half of that period had
orchids
the Ian
if commercial flo
ad begun growir
smaller scale, and
orchid blooms in
every florist's window in aImo.st every city,
as was predicted.
And those of us who have grown them
successfully have made as much money out
of them. as out of anything else we have
handled. Of course, it was the repeated
exhibitions of these beautiful flowers that
we held from time to time which made
them popular. When the florist.^ would not
buy the flowem unless they bad orders for
them thousands of blooms were sacrificed
at exhibitions in order to bring them before
the public. And there seems now to be a
steadily growing taste for these beautiful
flowers. They will not drive out anything
else, but they will have and maintain a
place for themselves, as has the rose and
the carnation; and it is a fact that there
have been more orchids used this season
prices, v.
;r before since their intri
HENRY A. SIEBRECHT,
New Rochelle, N. Y.
April 3 1897.
^rHE; Klorisx's Exchanoej,
331
Coeo/gyne cristata.
The photo-engraving on this page shows
a grand, well flowered specimen of this use-
ful orchid, carrying between 700 and 800
expanded blooms. The scapes bear 4-8 flow-
ers each, thus giving the plant on an aver-
age at least 125 flowering growths.
The cut fully illustrates the fact that
under careful management this species
affords us one of the finest orchids for dec-
orative purposes.
The plant Is of dwarf habit, leaves of a
fresh bright green color, with olive-shaped
diphyllioua pseudo-bulbs, and lanceolate,
arching foliage, 6-8 inches in length. The
blooms are large and expand iVs inches in
diameter. The segments are crisped and
undulated, all pure white excepting the disc
of the lip, which is bright yellow, and bears
two or more fringed keels.
In order to malce the plant bloom freely
it should be grown at all times in a cool
temperature, and never allowed to become
dry at the roots, especially when growing.
Peat, chopped turf and sphagnum, in equal
parts, make a good compost for potting.
Among winter flowering orchids this is
perhaps one of the most valuable, from the
ease with which it can be grown. Its free-
flowering qualities and its decorative effect
all conduce to make it a very desirable sub-
ject. Another advantage it possesses is
that the plants may be used when in flower
for dinner table work or for small groups.
This was amply demonstrated in New York
city during the past winter, coelogynes be-
;ng used for both purposes.
Floral Park. H. Y.
The manaeera of the New York State
Agricultural Experiment Station have
secured one of the large greenhouseB of
John Lewis Chllds, for the use of the
Jamaica branch. One section, 25 feet in
length, will be devoted to the study of
bacteria, another section of the same size
to the study of Insect life and habits, and
the remainder to miscellaneous work.
OBITUARY.
Dr. Robert Hogg.
Dr. Robert Hogg, the renowned English
pimologlst, died at his home in London, on
March 14 He was in his seventy-ninth
year, having been born at Duns, Scotland,
in the year '1818. He is known as the
author of the *' Fruit Manual," an encyclo-
dasiio dictionary of fruits grown in
Britain, and also as the editor in chief of
the Journal of Horticulture. He was for
many years Secretary of the Fruit Com-
mittee of the Royal Horticultural Society
and a prominent figure in European horti-
culture.
Hoosier Women and Legislation.
The Indiana lawmakers did pretty well-
Early in the session Representative Fern,
^hell arose to present what he called an
" Antl -Jail ■ Bird - Flower - Senders' bill."
The idea was to repress those ardent female
sentimentalists who send bouquets to con-
victed felons, wife murderers preferred
Something very like a riot ensued. The
women had a lobby in Indianapolis, and
its forces were promptly concentred on
Mr. Fornshell's little bill, with fatal eflfect.
He sought revenge by presenting a high
theater hat bill, and awaited victory with
confidence. Again the women foiled the
" villyun." There were 11 widowers and
21 bachelors in the lower House. The
women marshalled them to their defence
to a man, and Fornshell's measure went
down to death under a heap of "fool"
imendments, such as requiring men to
remove their boots before going to the
'heater and preventing the " golng-out-to-
ee-a-man " act between acts —Herald
Ltnnfield, Mabs.— Oscar S. Stowell, is
about to engage in the florist businesp
Here, and would like to receive catalogue?
and trade information.
CATALOGUES RECEIVED.
J. A. McDowell & Co., City of Mexico —
Trade Catalogue of Cacti, Orchids, Bulbs, etc.
Banning & Hagenberger, Kinsman, O.—
Price List of Bedding Plants.
SiEBRECHT & Son, New Rochelle. N. Y.-
VVholesale List of Palms, Orchids, Ferns, Stove
and Greenhouse Plants, etc.
H.
The Library Committee of the Massachu-
setts Horticultural Society desires to obtain,
•for the use of the members of the society,
and others, the catalogues of the most
prominent nurserymen, seedsmen, and flor-
ists in America and Europe. The li-
brary of the society is by far the largest
horticultural library in the United Slates,
and excelled by few in Europe. The mem-
bers of the society number about eight
hundred, and the library room is open and
frequented by them and other persons in-
terested in horticulture every day, with
special meetings and exhibitions every Sat-
urday through the year. Though the so-
ciety, in its corporate capacity, does noth-
ing in gardening, it will be to the advantage
of nurserymen, seedsmen, floriists, etc., to
have their catalogues placed on the tables,
where they can be examined by members of
the society and others interested. It is
the purpose of the committee to preserve
and bind such catalogues as may be re-
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teretst, and therefore they desire to make
seta as complete as possible. You are re-
spectfully solicited, not only to send us
those which you issue the present year, but
to place the name of the society on your
list of correspondents, so that we may re-
ceive such as you may publish in the future.
Catalogues may be addressed to Robert
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This is the only list published, and is issued
at a very low figure, so that every one in the
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ich there is a cc
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r where the shipi.
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rrespond
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A PLEA FOR MORE HARD-
WOODED PLANTS.
During the last twenty-flve years, and
more particularly the last fltteen years, the
teudency of the florists, to a large degree,
has been to discard plants and confine their
whole establishments to the production of
cut flowers, especially roses and carna-
tions. We find by looking up the history
of our trade that previous to the date
mentioned, there were more general col-
lections of greenhouse plants in this coun-
try than there are to-day. This is ac-
counted for by the fact that the average
grower could and has produced financial
results of greater benefit to himself by
furnishing cut bloom than in attempting
to grow plants which were in the first
place slower in giving such results, and at
the same time required more skill in their
cultivation. It is tor these reasons, rather
than the edict of public taste, that such
conditions have and do prevail. The out-
some of this has been that now, accord-
ing to demand, there is an overproduc-
tion of cut flowers in our markets, and a
consequent reduction in values; and some-
times it lookis as though the buying pub-
lic are satiated with cut flowers, and so
switch off from time to time to something
else.
During the past three years there has
been a returning desire for variety in the
way of flowering plants. This hae been
very noticeable in the New York market
during the Christmas and Easter holi-
days, and to the plant lover one o£ the
pleading signs of the times has been the
introduction and large sales of many old
favorites— not new, by any means, for most
of them were either introduced into Eu-
rope during the latter nart of the last cen-
tury or the first half of the present, and
from appearances the plant branch of the
business is going to increase much more
rapidly than heretofore. All that is needed
apparently is for the American growers to
take hold with their well-known vim and
energy, and the desired end will be ac-
complished, and such plants placed on the
market in sufficient quantities to create a
demand.
The object of this article is to point out
co such that there are sources of pleasure
and profit not yet reached, except by but a
few specialists. Palm growing is well un-
derstood, and the market is well supplied.
Azaleas are extensively grown, so are hy-
drangeas and daisies. But the great
wealth of plants from Africa and New Hol-
land (Australia and New Zealand) is but
faintly realized or understood. That there
is a market for these in this country, when
they are put before the people, is abundant-
ly proved by the enormous sales in New
York the past two years of Acacia armata.
This plant is not new, having been intro-
duced from New Holland to Europe in the
year 1803. It is found to stand the Ameri-
can climate well, and in fact produces bet-
ter and more flowering wood when planted
out of doors in this country during the
summer months than it does in Europe,
whence we import it annually at a great
cost, to supply Easter trade. Now, if this
of
equally true
many; yet if to-day anyone desired to buy
1,000 stock plants of the same, the order
would have of necessity to go to Belgium,
France or some other European country to
be filled.
The same remark applies to any of the
plants under discussion. At this juncture
many readers will rise with the argument
that hard-wooded plants will not thrive in
thi3 climate. To meet this opposition the
writer will cite the case of the plant just
mentioned, and further state that in April,
1896, for the purpose ot illustrating a lec-
ture with living specimens, he gathered to-
gether at short notice, from various pri-
vate collections, just 100 species and va-
rieties of hard-wooded plants in flower at
that time, which, of course, demonstrates
beyond question that they will live ana
bloom here.
True, they do not turn Into money the
first season of their existence from the
cutting stage, and it is equally true that
they need more skill and care in propaga-
tion than pelargoniums, coleus and alter-
nthe
back to American genius. Our propagators
can rise to the occasion and prove to the
world that as skilled gardeners they can
produce something more than the softest of
soft wooded stock.
We are glad to note that some have al-
ready commenced to do this. A proof of
this is found in the rapid multiplication
ot several kinds of ericas recently. Five
years ago probably 1,500 ericas would have
been the sum total for the season placed
on the New York market, this season the
number will reach over 20,000. Then there
were about five kinds, now there are IB,
and the plant is increasing in popularity
daily. So far it is only the soft wooded
division of the family and the least beauti-
ful that is being grown. It has been dem-
onstrated that these kinds will produce the
same results here in two years that they
would in England in three, that they
simply revel in our climate; yet they are
mostly all natives of the Cape of Good
Hope. Now that these have taken such a
firm hold upon our trade, is it not possible
to produce others of the still more beauti-
ful Cape heaths? We think so. The only
difficulty to overcome in the matter is to
keep them cool enough in the summer.
As we further advance into the family
and take the larger and higher colored
species of erica and epacris, it is found
that they are produced from the hard
wooded section, and the harder the wood
the finer the root, which is the part that
suffers during_very hot weather, if ex-
posed to the hot sun. The roots need to
be shaded. An old fashioned way, and not
at all a bad one, adopted in England, was
to make frames of turf sod piled up so as
to form a wall about three feet in height,
and the plants were stood, or plunged in-
side, the sod being supposed to create a
cooler and more moist atmosphere than
bricks or boards. There seems to be a
good deal of reason in the argument. How-
ever, this, a question of detail, may be
left to the genius of individual growers.
One method seen in this country with
kinds that would not stand full exposure to
the sun was to place them in the shade of
some large trees (not under them), plunged
in prepared soil, many ot them being
planted. The soil was originally swamp
muck; this, with some leaf mold and garden
soil, made a black, humid, cool mixture,
naturally adapted to the plants' purpose,
and in which they thrived
Another method seen was the use of slat
frames, with the top covered with muslin.
Here were all the choicest kinds available.
These two instances are mentioned simply
to give intending growers a cue wherefrom
they may devise other and perhaps better
methods.
On the other hand, a dozen and more of
the kinds now in this country and being
extensively grown need no such coddling.
They may be planted right out in the open
in May and lifted in the early fall. Then
follows another great advantage in saving
ot cost. They need only sufllcient fire heat
to prevent actual freezing, and they thrive
better in a sunk pit, with just a flow and
return pipe, or in small houses, than they
do in more elaborate
A List of Proved Varieties.
The following ericas are now being
generally and successfully grown — the time
of flowering, in the order named, begin-
ning in September, and all excepting B.
Wilmoreana, E. hyemalis and E. translu-
ceue may be given open-air treatment:
E. autumnalis, pink; E. Caffra spicata,
white (ISOO); E. praestans, white (1810); E.
melanthera, white, with black anthers;
E. Wilmoreana; E. persoluta (1800); E.
per rosea; E. per rubra (1774); E. cupres-
pink.
char
nearly red (1797)
(1794); E. Mediterranea, white; E. Caffra.
white (1802), and E. floribunda, pale pink
(1800).
The following is a select list of kinds
that need more careful treatment: E. ven-
tricosa carnea, coccinea and superba; E.
Cavendishiana, one of the grandest yel-
low heaths known.
Several varieties of epacris may be grown
Propagation and CnltiTatlon.
As regards making cuttings; all parts ot
the erica will not grow; it requires special
wood and special treatment to produce
healthy cuttings that will root. Instead
of letting the plants flower, nip off the
bloom and give the plants a little higher
temperature than ordinarily. Take cut-
tings about an inch long from the new
breaks, trim them carefully and dibble
them into sand in small pans or pots, well
drained, the latter being an essential item;
the pot or pan should be at least three
parts filled with drainage— broken pots-
herds. The sand used should be clean and
have plenty of grit. The cuttings should
be dibbled in as thickly as possible, and
placed In a shaded part of the propagating
house in a temperature ot 45 to 50 degrees
and a close atmosphere must be maintain-
ed. One very important item and which
needs to be sharply looked out for is that
the cutting should never be allowed to wilt
and fall. To avoid this either bell glasses
or boxes must be used. For convenience
and appearance the bell glass is best, but
equally good results can be obtained by
using any ordinary wooden box covered
with panes ot glass. Either will need re-
moving occasionally to wipe the condensed
moisture from the glass. Old newspapers
must be at hand to shade from strong sun-
shine and at night a little chink ot air
may be given when the cuttings are nearly
calloused. Use the rubber sprinkler several
times a day to keep the sand moist, for to
have it once become dry is fatal.
As soon as the young plants are ready,
transfer them to pans again, containing pre-
pared soil— a good mixture of sand with a
little well-rotted leaf mold and loam is all
that is necessary. In Europe they use peat;
in this country peat is of no value; it is
rather a detriment. Keep the plants close
again until they are well established; then
push them along until they are in three-
inch pots, in which they can remain for
some considerable time. Such species as
Erica persoluta, E. p. alba, E. praestans
and B. melanthera can be transferred into
the open ground in June, and it properly
watered they will look after themselves in
summer. They need trimming from time
to time as the plants grow. After they are
first rooted, the tops should be taken out;
it is better to snip them with scissors. In
this climate a great deal more snipping can
be done than in Europe, consequently a
plant can be produced in almost half the
Other plants that may be grown are Bo-
ronia heterophylla, B. elatior, Polygala
gracilis, Ruellia thyrsifolium, and last, but
not least, while not a Cape plant. Statice
Halfordi. Specimens of these, seen recent-
ly, demonstrate how easily this latter plant
may be grown. Its charming blue flowers
keep in good condition for weeks, and it
will stand shipping anywhere. If grown in
sufficient quantity to make it worth the
while of a buyer taking hold, the plants
would sell on sight.
JAMES W. WITHERS.
Anthuriums.
This is a most lajscinating and interesting
class of plants. They are found in mostly
all tropical forests, from the Windward
Islands, in the West Indies, all the way
down into South America, especially in
Brazil, and also in Central America and
on the Pacific Slope in Mexico; in fact, I
have found them all over South America
wherever I have been. In their quaint mode
of growth and queer forms of fiowers, they
are not unlike the orchid, and many persons
not familiar with them take the flowers
to be orchids. There are many varieties
ot them which are clothed with superb
and grand foliage. They all belong to,
and really are, aeroids. They are very
beautiful when seen growing in their native
habitat, where they climb up and around
huge ficus, magnolia and other native
trees, forty and fifty feet in height,
their aerial roots suspended in long rope-
like pendants down to the ground
coarser growmg
feet in
. In
rieties, as a rule,
Ty brilliant color.
Some of them are very fragrant. These
are the "giants" among the anthuriums
and are not the brilliant flowering sorts.
'Then there are the smaller growing
varieties, such as andreanum and its many
hybrids — Ferrierense, Brownii, Clarkii.
Reynoldii and others ot the andreanum
section which have been produced of late
years, all make very showy and valuable
commercial varieties. The Scherzerianum
section also contains many beautiful, as
well as valuable varieties, and which, it
only brought forward by the florists, will
almoi5t sell on sight.
There are several greatly improved hy-
brids in cultivation— such as Rothschildi-
anum, Cypherii, Wardii, Album Magnifl-
cum, Wiiliamsii, Bennettii, Grandiflora, and
several other very choice kinds, all of which
can be grown with the andreanum section
in a stove house temperature. The plants,
which can now be obtained at very reason-
able prices, produce flowers abundantly that
would bring a handsome profit if sold tor
from 25 to 50 cents a bloom. The flowers pos-
sess great durability, and keep many days,
and even weeks, in perfection after they are
cut. In fact, the one lamentable thing
about them is that they last too long.
I predict that In the near future whole
houses ot the better and more brilliant
flowering varieties of anthuriums will be
raised tor cut flower purposes. The plant
can be quickly grown, and multiplied from
seed as well as by division ot the off-sets.
A plant strong enough to flower can be
raised In two years from seed. If to be
kept growing right along, anthuriums re-
quire a temperature of not less than 75
degrees and plenty of moisture. In potting
ample drainage is needed, with a compost
of lumpy fibrous loam and charcoal. Keep
the crown well above the rim ot the pot
and cover the soil surface with sphagnum
moss. HENRY A. SIEBRECHT.
Chicago Horticultural Society.
We are in receipt of the preliminary
list of premiums offered by this Society,
in connection with its forthconilDg annual
Fall exhibition, which occurs November 9
to 13, 1897. Several new features have
been introduced this year. A grand inter-
national competition in chrysanthemums
—cut blooms- has been inaugurated. Id
classes 15 to 71, a premium of 15 is offered
for the best 12 blooms, 12 varieties, from
each State, Territory and Canadian Pro-
vince; competition under each class being
restricted to blooms grown in the State or
Territory or Province specified. The win-
ning exhibit from each State competition
will afterwards compete in the grand in-
ternational contest for a premium of $50.
First and second prizes of $40 and $20
respectively are offered for the best collec-
tion of cut orchid blooms ; and a prize of a
silver cup, valued at $2E. for the best 12
new roses never before exhibited in this
country.
There are the usual priz-s for plants and
for cut blooms of chrysanthemums, roses,
carnations, violets, and floral arrange-
ments.
In the seedling class for chrysanthe-
mnms, certificates of merit will be awarded
to tested seedlings — those shown must
have been flowered for at least two seasons,
and for flrst year seedlings.
Similar awards will be made to seedling
carnations.
Rules governing the competitions, to-
gether with the scales of points under which
each class will be judged, are furnished in
the sd edule, copies of which may be had
on anplioation to W. N. Rudd, Room 202,
185 Dearborn St., Chicago.
THE EXPERIMENT STATIONS.
Plant Disea
Garden. By P_ . ._
letin 73. Ohio Exp. Station, Wooster, O. Treats
on the Diseases of Lettuce, Diseases caused by
Nematodes, Leaf Mildews, Diseases of Cucur-
bits, and Tomato Diseases.
Beet Sugar Production. Bulletin 75, Ohio
Exp station, Wooster, Ohio.
POTATOES, Cultural Notes, Variety Tests,
Experiments with Fertilizers. By Prof. W. J.
Green. Bulletin 76. Ohio Exp. Station,
Wooster, O.
THE PISTOL CASE BEARER in Western New
York. By Prof. M. V. Slingerland. Bulletin
,24, Cornell Exp Station, Ithaca, N. Y.
A DISEASE OF Currant Canes By Prof.
E J. Durand. Bulletin 125, same station.
FERTILIZERS FOR POTATOES. By Prof. L. L.
Van Slyke. Bulletin 112, N. Y. Agl. Exp.
Station, Geneva, N. Y.
THE Cucumber Flea-Bketle as the Cause
OF "Pimply" Potatoes. By Prof. F. C.
Stewart. Bulletin 113, same station.
Director's Report. Prof. W. H. Jordan
Bulletin 115, same station.
i Fertilizers. By. Prof. H.J.
Tenth Annual Report. Agl. Exp.
Station of Nebraska, Lincoln, Neb.
BEET Sugar Production. Bv Prof. W. A.
Henrv. Bulletin 55, Wis. Exp. Station, Madi-
son. Wis.
Electro-Germination. By Prof. Asa S.
Kinney. Bulletin 43, Hatch Exp. Station, Mass.
AkI. College, Amherst, Mass. In the Pro-
fessor's summary he states: "Electricity
whenapi-lied hourly to germinating seeds or
and development.
Fertilizer Inspection. BvDirectorCha
D. Woods and Prof. J. M. Bartlett. Bullet
33, Maine State College, Agl. Exp. Static
BOOKS RECEIVED.
Essex County (N. J.) Park Commis-
sion.—A copy of the Report of this body
has been received at this office.
Thb F=i-orists* Exchange.
333
Erica Melanther,
Erica Persoluta Rubra.
Erica I'ersoluta Kubra. Erica Translucens. Erica Persoluta Rosea.
Erica Persoluta Alba. Erica Cupressina.
334
The Plorists' Exchange.
HEATING GREENHOUSES.
Tho selection and planning of the heat-
ing apparatus fgr a greenhouse presents
many intricate problems that can only be
accurately solved by persons of experience,
and frequently some condition that has not
been previously encountered will necessitate
the deviation from what has heretofore been
found sound practice. During the past ten
years there has been an almost complete
change made in the method of greenhouse
heating, and for some time it was impossi-
ble to give rules that could be followed
with any certainty that the results would
bo satisfactory, but, as the points in dis-
pute are gradually being cleared up, it is
now possible to formulate general princi-
ples based upon the experience of our best
florists.
Greenliou.se Boilers.
The life of a greenliouse boiler, owing to
lack of proper care, combined with the fact
that it is generally located in a damp
stoke hole, is usually short. Not only can
it be prolonged by giving these matters
proper attention, but the nature of the ma-
terial used in its construction, and the
method in which it is put together, will
have much to do with its durability. In ad-
dition to considering the first cost of a
heater, when we view the question from its
economical side, the expense of setting
it up and connecting the piping must
be taken into account, to say nothing of
the serious loss that may result from the
giving out of the boiler in the midst of
It is generally admitted that cast iron
boilers are more durable than those in
whole or in part of wrought iron, and on
this account they would generally be pref-
eralile as greenhouse heaters, but, owing
to the fact that most of them are patented,
the cost is considerably larger in proportion
to their capacity than that of many of the
forms of wrought Iron boilers, the manu-
facture of which is not restricted, and
which can be put together by the florist
himself. However, when the boiler is a
small one, the superior durability of the
cast iron may make it, from the reasons
boiler
The
ated
use them than the
light
are many forms of these patented
cast iron heaters that have been thoroughly
tested and found economical of fuel and
capable of handling radiating surface well
up to their rating. While we find a marked
difference in the arrangement of their fire
surfaces and water circulation, most of
them can he classed into four groups, (a),
those with a horizontal circulation of the
water through thin sections placed one
above the other over the fire pot, so that
they will have a fairly direct impact of the
heated gases. In this group are the Hum-
ber, Spence, Ideal, Gurney 300 Series, Cam-
bridge, etc. (see illustrations), which differ
chiefly in the manner in w^hich the sections
are connected. While a vertical circulation
of the water has some advantages, it can-
not be secured and at the same time have
the full benefit of the direct impact of heat
from the fire. In all of the heaters of this
class the openings through the sections are
"staggered," and a very efficient heating
surface is secured, while the single short
horizontal circulation of the water is not
itly impeded. In some of the earlier
for
thii
the
was forced to pass through all of the sec-
tions and the results were not satisfactory.
In another class (b) we find heaters in
which the course of the water is from be-
low upward through vertical or drop tubes as
in the Furman, Seollay, Royal, Standard
boilers and others. Some of these heaters
have tubes hanging down over the fire pot
and thus endeavor to combine an efficient
heating (fire) surface with a vertical flow of
the water. We may also find a group of
heaters (c) in which an endeavor has been
made to the good points of both of the
above classes by having most of the w^ater
circulation vertical, while the fire travel is
horizontal and the water tubes are so ar-
ranged as to afford effective heating sur-
face. This class would include such heat-
ens as the Capitol, Cornell, etc.
In a fourth class (d) we may place heat-
ers having the water spread in a thin layer
about the fire pot, with the heating sur-
face increased by means of convolutions
or corrugations. TTie Hitchings, Wilks and
others of similar construction would be
placed here.
In addition to the surface exposed within
the fire pot proper, many of the above
heaters arrange to increase the Are sur-
face and thus secure greater economy in
heating by the use of return flues. While
not necessary in all forms of heaters It is
the correct thi.ig In theory, and in most, if
not all of the heaters using it, the return
flue is a valuable feature. Several firms
make small conical heaters that are sold
at a low price, and as they require no set-
ting, they will often cost less than a simple
One of " the greatest abominations in a
heater is a leaking joint, and those with the
least chance of its occurrence should always
be selected. A well-made, packed joint may
last for many years, but it oftentimes
springs a leak and has to be repacked within
a few months. At any rate, all joints,
whether packed or not. should be as far
from the direct action of the fire as pos-
sible. As will be seen from the illustra-
tions, many of the heaters now in use have
their water joints entirely outside the fire
pot, and as many of them are screw or slip
nipple joints the danger of leaks is re-
duced to the minimum.
For a greenhouse it is desirable that the
castings should be rather heavier than for
a dwelling, and although most of the heat-
ers are all right in this respect, we have
had more or less trouble with the doors
and other attachments.
In selecting a heater those with a single
circulation of the water around or over the
fire pot, or from below upward, should be
chosen rather than one where it is long
and complex.
VVronsht Iron lloiler.s.
For several years heaters constructed in
whole or in part of wrought iron have been
forcing themselves to the front, owing to
the fact that they are cheaper than the
cast iron heaters. These may be considered
under two heads (1), ordinary tubular steam
boilei-s, and (2). pipe boilers, including
coils.
Under tubular boilers we find the common
horizontal and vertical forms, with both
fire and water tubes, and the locomotive
type. The ends of the tubes are riveted,
and if extra thick will be found quite dura-
ble and economical both in fuel consump-
tion and in the results obtained. When a
boiler is desired for 5,000 square feet of
glass or more, whether for steam or hot
water, one can do worse than to select a
horizontal tubular or locomotive boiler.
Coil Boilers.
The so-called coil or pipe heaters have in
their favor a low first cost, but they have
in many cases been disappointing. This,
however, has been due more to faulty con-
struction and negligence than to the inferi-
ority of the pipe boilers as a class.
These hollers are economical and effective,
but have often been lacking in durability]
corroding or rusting out in two or three
years, while a properly made pipe boiler
should last at least five, and under proper
condition may be good tor at least eight or
ten years. The short lived boilers have
generally been constructed of small pipes,
often one inch or smaller, which at best are
very thin, and little care has been taken to
avoid the exposure of the threads to the
action of the gases of combustion. Every
one with experience in the matter has ob-
served that when the threads are exposed
to the action of the fiames, the pipe will
be quickly eaten through at that point,
while the balance of the pipe may be ap-
parently uninjured.
WTien pipe boilers are used the size of
the pipe should not be less than one and
one-half inches, and for boilers supplying
over five hundred square feet of radiation
it will be well to have them of two-inch
pipe, particularly if used in an open sys-
tem, and the slight increase in the first
cost will be well repaid if they are extra
heavy or boiler flues.
Not only should all joints be as much as
possible out of direct contact with the
flames, but care should be taken to have
the threads well turned into the fittings,
and the joints wrapped with asbestos. While
the cheapest form of coil boiler is in the
form of a box coil, in which the ends of the
pipe are connected by return bends, or, bet-
ter, by two ells and a close nipple, it has
the objection that it causes the water to
pass back and forth for six to ten times
through all the pipes in a tier, which will
considerably impede the circulation.
Another form of coil heater that is well
adapted tor use in large greenhouses con-
sists of headers into which the pipes are
screwed. (See illus.) It is one of the forms
devised by Denys Zirngiebel. and when, as
he recommends, the headers are built up
of tees and close nipples, thus lessening
the danger of their breaking from unequal
expansion, it is a durable and effective
heater, and has the advantage over tha
box coil in requiring the water to pass
through but one length of pipe.
These boilers will need to be bricked in
the same as a tubular boiler. The lowest
pipes should be from sixteen to eighteen
inches above the grate, and there should
be a space of two inches on all sides be-
tween the outer pipes and the wall, and
eight to ten inches between the upper
pipes and the brick work covering the top
of the heater.
Grnte and Heating Surface in Heater
The efficiency and economy of the heater
will depend to a large extent upon the
correct adjustment between the size of
grate and amount of heating surface, and
their capacity to supply the amount of heat
required tor the house.
The size of the grate will vary with the
kind of fuel, but in small heaters where
hard coal is burned, about one square foot
of grate for 150 square feet of radiating
surface will generally suffice, and the
c-apacity of the grate will increase as the
.size of the heater enlarges, until, with a
grate containing five square feet, the ratio
becomes as 1 to 200. For heaters of this
size a somewhat larger grate is desirable
where soft coal is u.3ed as fuel, but {or
Urge heaters that have frequent atten-
tion and where there is a night fireman, it
will be safe to consider a square foot of
grate capable of caring for 300 square feet
of radiation.
It is even more difficult to give figures
that will show definitely the relation be-
tween the grate surface and the heating
(Are) surface of the heater on the one band,
and the radiating surface required in the
house on the other. In small heaters, run
with a slow fire and with very effective
heating surface, the ratio between the
grate and heating surface of the boiler is
m low as 1 to 15 or 1 to 20; that is. for
every square foot of grate surface, there
are fifteen or twenty square feet of heat-
ing surface in the boiler, but ordinarily
more economical results will be obtained,
even under the above conditions, if there
are twenty-five or thirty square feet of fire
surface for each foot of grate. In large
boilers, where frequent attention is given
and they are run under a strong draught,
this can be increased to thirty-five or forty
feet, or even more.
When the heating surface of the boiler
L3 fairly effective and is properly adjusted
to the size of the grate, it is safe to esti-
mate that one square foot will suffice for
eight square feet of radiation.
E]stlniating: tlie Rntllation.
The amount of pipe required tor heating
a greenhouse is proportioned to the glass
surface in the roof, sides and ends, and
if there is much wooden wall exposed this
is considered one-fifth as difficult to heat
as glass and one-fifth of Its area is added
to the glass surface.
Where the outside temperature does not
fall more than 10 degrees below zero, the
following table gives in one column the
ratios between the amount of pipe re-
quired and the glass surface of the house,
for the different degrees, while in the other
column will be found the corresponding
raticG when steam is employed:
Pipe
60
3%
2 3%
65 21/3 4 1-3
Although the above figures are based
upon the experience of many florists, they
cannot be used under all circumstances, as
the natural warmth of the bouses and the
amount of exposure will need to be con-
sidered, and allowance must be made in
locationis where the lowest temperature is
more or less than ten below zero.
Pilling for Hot Water.
Instead of the heavy cast iron 4-inch pipes
formerly used for hot water, wrought iron
IVa and 2 inch pipes, with screw joints, have
now come into use, and with this change
few of the arguments against the use of
hot water for heating greenhouses remain.
For runs of more than 75 or 100 feet the 2-
inch size is preferable, especially if the
piping is raised but slightly above the
level of the boiler, and many prefer it
under all conditions. For commerlcal
houses it is seldom desirable to use pipe
smaller than 1% inches in diameter, bui
with short runs considerably above the
heater a smaller size may be employed.
It is generally admitted that the best re-
sults are obtained when the flow pipes are
carried overhead and most or all of the
returns under the benches, on the walls or
in the walks. As the circulation in Ihe
pipes and heater is due to the difference in
the weight of the water on either side of a
line drawn through the highest and lowest
points in the system, and aa this difference
in weight, or the downward pressure in the
two columns, increases with the height of
the columns, it is evident that the higher
the returns can be placed the better will
be the circulation, but the distribution of
the radiated heat through the house and its
effect upon plant growth make it desirable
that most of the pipes be below the level
of the plates.
Size and Nnniber of Flow Pines.
It is generally desirable to carry the
water to the farther end of the house in
pipes rather larger than is used foi the
greater part of the radiating surface. We
may use a single large pipe or a number
of smaller ones. In case it is thought hesi
to use flow pipes of the same size as the
returns in houses not over 150 feet long,
and the number may be proportionately in-
creased for shorter runs.
W>ile it will be considerably modifled by
tho height of the pipes above the heater
and the length of the houses, tbe following
table will be of value in determining the
size of flow pipe required for a given
amount of radiating surface:
1%-inch flow for 100 to 150 sq. ft. in returns.
2-inch flow for 200 to 300 sq. ft. in returns,
2%-inch flow tor 400 to 600 sq.
.,200 :
for :
ft. in ret
aly
flo«
of the
feet
above the boiler, while the former will
answer when both flows and returns are
below the level of the plates.
Rather better distribution of the heat will
be obtained if two or two and one-half inch
flows are used, one for each of the coils,
but for long houses it is sometimes best to
use a single overhead flow, large enough to
supply all of the returns. From two to
four of tho smaller flows will generally
suffice for twenty-foot houses.
While there is little difference in short
runs, and when they are well above the
benches, both theory and practice show
that it is better to have the flow pipes
run "downhill," particularly in long houses
and when they are but little above the
level of the heater. The "slope" is only
desirable to free the pipes of air as, were
it not for this, fully as good or better re-
sults would be obtained if they as well as
the returns are run level, the change of
level between flows and returns being made
by means of vertical pipes at the ends of
the houses. The circulation of the water
in the pipes is caused by the fact that
as it cools it becomes heavier and therefore
tends to sink to the lowest point in the
system, pushing the warm water in the
heater up into the flow pipes and through
the house, where it is cooled and in turn
aids in the circulation. The higher the
pipes above the heater the greater will be
the "pressure" thus secured, hence the im-
portance of elevating the pipes, particularly
if the heater cannot be lowered. It is ad-
mitted by all that the return pipes should
slope toward the heater, and as the same
laws are at work in the flows the moment
that the water in them begins to cool, the
correctness of the "downhill" arrangement
naturally follows. As stated above, how-
ever, the difference in large pipes is but
slight, and the "uphill" piping will gener-
ally give good results. Frequent com-
plaints come from florists, who have run
two or more flow pipes "uphill" and have
connected them to one coil, that only one
of the flows will work. When they are con-
siderably above the boiler or when the
same pipes are changed to run "downhill"
there Is no trouble, but in cases where the
coil is but slightly above the heater trouble
is experienced, the water passing through
the highest flow or the one in which there
is the least resistance, which shows that
in the "uphill" piping there is a forced
circulation.
Hot Water Returns.
In houses where solid beds are used
the returns may be distributed along the
walls, but it will usually be preferable to
have'part of them under the benches or in
the walks.
The coils may only run the length of the
house, but it will generally be better to
carry each of the outer coils part of the
way across the end of the house farthest
from the heater, as this both assures a
more even distribution of the heat and pro-
vides J»r the expansion of the pipes. Thi.3
will permit of the use of a header at both
ends of the coils.
e pipes should have a slope of about
an inch in ten feet, and there should be
Lir valve at the points where air can
collect.
When the overhead and downhill arrange-
ment is used, if the flow pipes are taken
from a common main at the boiler end of
the house, the expansion tank can be con-
nected to the highest point of the system
and no other provision for the escape of
the air will be necessary. Where the closed
system is used this is the best arrangement,
but if the tank is open the connection may
be at any point of the piping that is most
convenient. There should be a valve at the
lowest point in each return from the coils
so that one or all of them can be cut off
if desired. The open tank should be raised
as much as possible, as this will increase
the temperature to which the water can be
lised without boiling and thus improve the
rculation.
April 3, i8g7.
Thb F=lorists' Exchtinge.
336
Greenhouse Heating=== Sectional Views of Types of Heaters.
Ihe llouati— 1 lent) Co.
336
THE KLORISX'S KXCHANQE.
Heating by Steam,
In a general way the arrangement ot
the pipes for steam heating is about the
same as for hot water, except that the
returns are smaller and a single overhead
main is used. Some, however, prefer a
emJll underbench supply for each coil. If
connected at the boiler end of the ca.ls
a pipe is run lo bring back the return
For ordinary twenty-foot houses not
over one hundred feet long, to be heated
to 50 degrees, a two-inch overhead supply
pipe will answer, but for longer houser^, or
if a higher temperature is desired, it will
be better to use a two and one-half inch
pipe. For the coils use one and one-fourth
inch pipe, except for short houses, where
one inch pipe will answer, and connect
them with the supply pipes the same as if
for hot water.
Air vilves should be provided at the
lower end of each ot the coils, and there
should be globe valves on the supply and
return pipes where they enter and leave
the house respectively. It will also be
advisable to have valves on several of the
Method cf Setting a Coil Boiler
mall pipes in the colls, so that they can
le shut off in mi'd weather,
Steam and Hot Water Comliined.
With the overhead and downhill arrange-
the other at
Hot
the
Qild
weather, and steam when the temperature
drops, and in this way fully as good results
can be obtained, with a considerably smaller
cost for the installation of the heating
plant. If the water is Ujsed under pressure,
excellent results can be obtained, even
though the main and return pipes are
smaller than would be desirable.
As an aid in figuring out the radiation
that could be secured with pipes of different
sizes it may be noted here that for each
linear foot of pipe the following amount ot
heating surface will be obtained, the
amount being the fractional part of a
square foot: One inch pipe, .344; one and
one-quarter inch pipe, .434; one and one-
halt inch pipe, .497; two inch pipe, ,621; two
and one-halt inch pipe, .753; three inch pipe,
.916. L. R. TAFT.
New Coil Boiler.
This coil is made ot 3 inch gas pipe; with
close return bends, so that the pipes will
lay close together to cause the fire to pass
back and around the coil into the chimney.
To make this coil, cut the first pipe the
required length, screw on a return bend ;
cut the next piece longer, so that the re-
turn bend following will miss the other in
screwing together, and so on until you
have the coil large enough for the size of
the house to be heated. I use two coils for
a 16x50 foot house. The coils are set in
root shape over grates 30x20; 10x12 chim-
ney to furnish a good draft. Equal com-
bustion ot coal is what we need iu firing.
Our double coil system is for large houses ;
two sets, one coil being raised six inches
I above the other, so that the Are will pass
between into chimney, creating double
\ heating surface. This cut shows only one
side view,
, All other information furnished to those
I Interested. D. W. PAYNE.
! Port Clinton, Ohio.
QDESTIOH BOX.
l82) Hot AV^ater Heating.— I have a
greenhouse running east and west, 110 feet
long, 22 feet wide, 6 feet to ridge, 3 feet at
sides, all glass except north side, which is
boarded. It is piped with one 3-inch flow,
one foot below ridge ; six 2-inch returns,
three on each side. I heat with box coil,
open tank system. The coil Is made of
2 inch pipe, 3 feet long, 6 wide, 5 high. I
cannot heat my house above 40 degrees in
ziro weather, and have to run a hard Are
to do that. I use one ton of hard coal per
week. Am I using too much coal for a
house of that size, and how many horse-
power is there in a coil of the size used ?
I desire to change my piping and coll,
and to build my boiler house 15 feet from
greenhouse, opposite the center, then I
want to run a 3-inch flow pipe from boiler
on uphill system, connecting it with main
flow in greenhouse in center, then run
downhill both ways from center, connect-
ing the six 2 inch returns into one 3-inch,
running across the center of house and
entering boiler. Do you think I can heat
my house to 55 degrees in zero weather by
changing my system to the way I propose ;
also do you think I can heat it with less
coal by so doing, and by elevating the tank
do you get a quicker circulation ?— T. H.
SUTCLIFFE.
—The trouble lies in the lack of sufficient
radiating surface. Instead ot six 2-inch
returns there should be at least ten, and if
twelve are used it will result in the in-
creased economy of fuel.
While the present coil is fairly well
adapted to the amount of pipe now in use,
it should be considerably enlarged to
handle the extra returns that are neces-
sary. I should use from 160 to 180 feet of
2-iach pipe in the coil, and this will need
from 5 to 6 square feet ot grate, according
to the character of the coal used. While
the 3-inch main from the heater set on the
north side of the house as proposed will
answer, it will be better to use a 3i-lBCh
leading to the center of the house.
Unless there is some other reason for
changing the location of the boiler house,
it will not be necessary to do so to secure
economy in heating.
I would suggest that the present piping
be left as it is, and that the additional
radiation be secured by running two 2-inch
overhead flow pipes, one on each side of
the ridge, perhaps 6 feet down the slope,
and connecting each of them with two
returns.
Side View of Payne's Coil Boiler.
The Florist's Exchange.
337
It properly piped you should be able to
carry the house at 55 degrees with from
one half to three-fourths of the coal now
uffd to keep It at 40 degrees.
Elevating the tank Increases the tem
perature to which water can be raised
without boiling, and this results In »
better and more even circulation.— L. R.
TAFT.
(83) Overhead Mains for Steam Heat-
ing.— What size overhead main shall I use
for supplying steam for a house 75x20 feet,
there being six 1 inch returns on each side.
The house is about 40 feet from the boiler,
and the main in passing through the cellar
of the dwelling (this is 40 feet) supplies, on
the one-pipe system, five radiators of 250
square feet heating surface. The main in
the greenhouse will be covered and heat
derived from the returns. With this
amount of piping, what temperature can I
maintain with, say, five pounds steam,
with thermometer 20 degrees below zero ?
F. C. Cdrtis.
—A 2i inch main will answer until it
reaches the point where the supply pipe
tor the dwelling is taken off, and from
there a 3-inch main can be run to the
greenhouse. Especially as the dwelling if
to be piped on the single pipe plan. It
would be better to run an independent 2-
iQch main to supply the radiators. While
body of the house to insure a circulatloD,
thus preventing fungus. Each two lines
of pipe are In pair?, and If all flows are
valved it will be easy to cut off a portion
of the work in any part of the house.
Built and beuched as shown, one house of
this width, 28 feet and 200 feet long, will
contain more staging than five regular
18 feet 6 inches by 100 feet trade bouses.
The .side light adds vastly to the value of
this house, and with the heat placed as
shown, it will be about Impossible for
slugs to find an opportunity to exist. The
space under the outside benches Is free
from lower pipe ; the object being to use
this space for lycopodium or other moI
stock requiring no bottom heat.
The cut represents an oil wrought iron
frame with clear cypress wood members,
16x24-lnch glass; two lines of 3 feet con-
tinuous ridge ventilation ; and while this
house, in my mind, contains all known
improvements for the fern house— except
ground glass— It is, it built running north
and south, adapted to grow anything that
can be placed in it. If glazed with brown
glass the house would not be convertible,
and when used for ferns, palms, or as a
"stove," the clear glass can be shaded by
any of the methods usually employed for
such purposes. The benches are framed
with 2-x3-inch cypress, the facias and bot-
toms of 1-inch cypress.
With the heating surface shown, and a
proper amount of boiler power, this house
stem. Medium vigorous and free flower-
Ine : medium early.
Princess May.— Not as delicate as Celes-
tial, nor as large as Countess of Radnor,
but holds its color better. Of good sub-
stance; medium-sized flowers, of more or
less hooded form, often bearing four-
flowered stems, which are of medium
length. Medium late; otherwise of good j
habit. '
Countess of Radnor —Of shade deeper
than the preceding, and Inclined to take
on a reddish or light purple tint on the one
hand, while on the other Its rich mauve
fades In streaks, giving It an ashy-striped
appearance, not at all attractive. The
past season, however, seems to have been
especially favorable for choice bloom, since
both in trial grounds and In general cul-
ture the type has been excellent. Vigorous
in growth ; a medium free bloomer ; season
of bloom intermediate.
It may not be out of place to here state
that a 20 foot test row sown the past season
to seed from Eckford's original packets
produced bloom Inferior to California se-
lected stock, whole plants from Eckfoid's
seed in some cases very closely approach-
ing Dorothy Tennant in tint.
SHADES OF REDDISH MADVE.
reddish mauve; of good substance when
ducing three or four flowers, on good
stems. Very vigorous: free bloomer;
medium early.
Mme. Carnot.— Laxton's so called blue,
standards blue, shaded mauve ; wings true
blue. Of small size, but fair substance.
with the best in size and substance. Color
deep rose claret, bordering on the maroon,
of Stanley shading— not so Intense, but
larger and better formed. Stems often
extra long, producing three or four flowers,
sometimes rather closely arranged. A
vigorous grower ; early to medium early ;
produces an abundance of bloom.
Monarch. — In shading and form, ap-
proaches Waverly, but is much darker.
We recognize a tinge of Indigo, with a
slight bronze effect on standard; wings
of velvety purple. Avery vigorous grower,
producing three (sometimes four) flowers,
on good long stems. With us it has proved
an exceptionally profuse bloomer. Medium
early.
Waverly.— Has size and form to recom-
mend it, but its rose claret and blue color
blendings, though quite distinct, are not
very attractive. Of good substance, a
vigorous grower and profuse bloomer.
Purple Prince. — Standards purple,
shaded maroon; wings mauve, lightly
suffused with purple. Old type; medium
large; expanded (sometimes reflexed)
a slight covering of the main in the green-
house might be necessary to reduce the
intensity of the heat, the main affords
very effective heating surface, and should
be utilized so far as possible.
While it will not he possible to make an
accurate estimate of the temperature that
can he maintained, without knowing more
about the area of the walls and glass sur-
face, supposing that they are as in the
average of greenhouses of this width, it Is
probable that a temperature of 50 degrees
can be maintained. L. R. Taft.
A Modern Fern House.
Fern growing is now one of our leaders,
and, like all other "specials," It needs
houses adapted to its requirements ; first
of which is ample heat and good circula
tion of the warmed air ; benches designed
to produce tall or stocky plants at pleas-
ure, and other things which the profession
has found necessary in this special line.
The 28-foot even span house shown in
cut has special overhung side light; the
latter extending from the eave down to
the cap of the removable base board. The
bottoms of the upper benches are of 1x6
Inch matched stock ; the frames of the
upper benches are made with a bevel or
incline of one inch as shewn ; this, in con-
nection with the tight bottoms, prevents
any leakage on the plants below.
The arrangement of 2 inch heat pipes is
such that no space is lost, and care Is used
that all benches shall have proper bottom
heat. Snfliclent heat pipe Is placed in the
can be easily and economically heated to
70 degrees in coldest Winter weather.
There is no reason why a house, such as
shown, cannot be built with wood posts,
rafters, and iron purlins, for first cost
governs with stern rule, and wood will
answer, although the first saving is not
very great, and the wood entails constant
expense tor repairs and offers lodgment
for insects, while iron is also free from any
tendency to promote fungus growth of any
kind. This house contains more bench
room to the foot of side and roof super-
structure than a house of less width. The
house could be built wider, then by mak-
ing the center benches wider a gain in
bench space would be made, but the ferns
would not do so well ; they need walks at
proper distances to insure good circula-
tion, or damp will follow.
Jersey City, N. J. D. E. How ATT.
Sweet Pea Review.
(Continued from v- 1015, Vol. VIII)
SHADES OF MADVE (liLDISB).
Celestial.— We are confident will be ap-
proved by all lovers of this shade. In our
trials It has proven itself foremost In deli-
cacy of tint and generosity of form. Its
early blooms were not so striking, but, as
the season advanced, its perfect form and
pure azure blue became more and more
pronounced, until all traces of the plnklsh-
mauve appearing in the bud disappeared.
Stems long and slender, generally produc-
ing three (sometimes four) flowers per
carefully grown, and as it ages It ap-
proaches blue. A vigorous grower and
good bloomer, usually producing three
perfect flowers on extra long stems ; quite
early blooming.
Dorothy Tennant.— Very similar to the
above, not quite so hooded, a shade deeper,
and becomes darker with age. One of the
longest to continue In bloom In our trials,
showing no deterioration to the last,
though In some seasons it has approached
Countess of Radnor, from which It is
evidently a color variation.
MAGENTA SHADING.
Captlvatlon — A new self shade. Ma-
genta, very delicately suffused with purple;
of good size ; form to our idea not perfect ;
standards shell-shaped, as described by
originator, which we take to mean like a
saucer, with slightly detorted surface,
giving the edge an irregular outline. (See
Fig. 4.) As the season advanced, the bloom
Improved in size and substance, adding
much to its credit. Sketch represented in
Fig. 4 was made in mid season, before
blooms had reached their best. Not a tall
grower, but a profuse bloomer, bearing
usually three (sometimes two) flowers, on
long stems. Medium early.
SHADES APPROACHING BLUE.
Captain of the Blues (synonym Grand
Blue )— This, to our mind, most nearly
approaches a true blue In general effect.
On first opening. It is easily mistaken for
Waverly, though It has a slightly more
bluish cast, which gradually develops until
about the third day, when it reaches Its
prime. A large flowering variety, pro-
standards. A very profuse bloomer, bear-
ing three or tour flowers on long stems ;
late blooming, but vigorous. Its color
does not commend It. We would recom-
mend Its expulsion.
all sweet peas. Deepest burnt carmine ;
standards glossy, finely laced with deeper
shade; wings velvety, shading to purple
lake ; expanded form ; standards large to
very large, sometimes measuring thirty-
five millimetres across ; broad, alaio,-t
circalar; explanate. A fine, bold flower,
producing long, slender, usually three-
flowered stems; pedicels tinted deep ma-
roon, long, setting flowers well out from
stem ; calyx large and free, more promi-
nent than in other varieties. A good
grower and free bloomer ; early to medium
early.
We are at a loss toknowwhy this variety
Is generally described as a maroon, of
which color we flnd no trace In our blooms,
excepting on the outer side of pedicel.
Boreatton.— From which Stanley is a
careful selection, differs from it only In
form, the standards being more or less re-
flexed laterally, which gives them a nar-
row, elongated appearance; shade perhaps
not quite so dark as Stanley, e,>-pecially In
the wings. Produces three or four flowered
stems of good length. A profuse bloomer,
early to medium early. A good flower
In Its day, but not needed, now that we
have Stanley— and for such a reasonable
price.— From Sweet Pea Review, of Sunset
Seed and Plant Co.
338
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high.
g.oo [
6 " 18-20 •' flue stocky plants, 9.00 per dnz.; re.OOperlOO
LIVISTONA HOOCENDORPII.
4 in. pots, 10-13 IQ. high, 7 leaves S4.60 per doz.; 836.00 per 100
LIVISTONA ROTUNDIFOLIA.
5 in. pots, 13-15 in. high, 7-8 leaves, flae strong plimis : S1.50 each; »1 8.00 per doz.
6 " 15-18 " 8-9 " " " '■ 2.a5each; 25.00perdoz.
Assorted Ferns, t
.»8.0
HARDY FLOWERING PLANTS.
vhere otherwise noted. For a more
Per 100
elegans, B.oo
Coreopsis laoceolata , 4.00
" Harvest Moon, 7.00
Campanula grand,iilora, 7.00
persicietolia, 7.00
Delphinium hybridu
" formosum
Euphorbia coroilata
Funkia undulata varlegata,
oordata variegata
Gaillardia grandiflora, 1 year old
Helianthus Maximilianii
" multiflorusplenus, .
" rigidus semiplenus,.
Heliopsis Pitcheriaoa
Heucheraeanguinea. 3 in. pots,.
" Viecaria splendens 5.<
'* Haageana 5.<
Monarda dfdyraa 4.i
OEnothera Youngii 4.<
Pseonies, choice varieties, strong.
Peutstemon Hartwegii,
barbatiis Torreyi,
Primula Sieboldii Lilacina
Plumbago Larpentse
Pyrethrum uliginosum, ........
double,3in. pots,... 16.00
choice named varl-
slDgle, 3ln. pots,.... 12.00
Papaver oi
involucratum maximum..
Kudheokia Golden Glow, 3 iu. pots,
Spiraea Anthony Waterer, 4 in. pot
6 00
, 5.00
8.00
16.00
'* japonica grandiflora 5.00
Sedum spectabile, 6. 00
" " album 5.00
" " varlegatum, 5.00
Statice latifolia 6.00
Stokesia cyanea 6.00
Veronica longifoMa subsessilis, 7.00
" rupestris, B.OO
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EVERGREEN TREES.
Arbor Vitae in great variety, both dwarf and tall growing sorts ; Norway,
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April 3, 1897.
Toronto.
Club Meeting.
At the last regular meeting of the
Gardeners and Florists' Association, Presi-
dent Dualop exhibited several fine carna-
tions that he had brought over from
Buffalo; they were new varieties, and all
of them appeared to be improvements on
the older ones.
ThtTsrln-Qoeation.
The Tariff Committee have held a
joint meeting with a committee appointed
by the Horticultural Society, and drafted
a requisition to the ministers at Ottawa
asking them to put all florists' plants, not
otherwise mentioned, also all bulbs, corms,
tubers, and dormant flower roots, not
otherwise mentioned, on the free list.
Plants that are "otherwise mentioned" at
present are roses and some nursery stock ;
and roots "otherwise mentioned " are
some that are used for medicinal and
manufacturing purposes, etc. If the re-
quisition Is adopted nearly all florists'
plants win be free. This will be a great
boon to most of us, as the tariff as it
stands is very vexatious. The majority in
our trade here have to import many little
things, and when prices for stock are as
low as at present the duty of 20 per cent,
makes quite a difference to the grower.
Trade Not«i.
Business has been good for Lent;
there has been considerable funeral work,
and most of the stock arriving has been
used up. Roses coming in are mostly of
very high quality. Carnations are not
quite as good as usual. Violets are both
good and very plentiful. Bulbous stock
appears to be also very abundant. Azaleas
have been good this season, but have sold
very low ; fine well-bloomed plants going
at prices that would hardly pay for the
plants in the fall. But none of our boys
like to carry them over, eo they have to go
for what they will bring. This Is very un-
satisfactory business, and some one will
have to suffer.
The Horticultural Society announces a
lecture on Thursday, April 8, on "How
Plants Feed," by one of Toronto's best
lecturers ; It is to be free and a big crowd
8 expected. Thos. Manton.
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Reports indicate that the outlook for Easter
trade is bright all over.
The section in the new tariff affecting the
plant and nursery trade has beeu changed ; see
this page.
The second design competition for the Plumb
Cup takes place in the New York Florists'
Ciub rooms on Monday, April 13.
The trade iu New England are advised to be
abroad in that locality.
The Trade in Canada are endeavoring to
In advertisement of John N. May, page
323 of this number, read price of carnations,
Lily Dean and Maud Dean, $10.00 per 100,
not per 1000.
A Conundrum.
Paragraph 617 of the Tariff bill now
being dlacuaaed provides that " plants,
trees, shrubs, roots, seed cane and seeds,"
may be imported free of duty by the De-
partment of Agriculture or the United
States Botanic Garden.
Can any of our readers tell us why
Government should be granted a privilege
which la dented to the people, more
especially so while free seed distribution
continues ? The paragraph is undoubtedly
faulty In Us construction, It Is too sweep-
ing In its scope, and allows opportunity
(or many abases. This paragraph should
be amended by Inserting the words " for
experimental purposes only " after the
word "seeds."
Special Spring Edition, 1897.
We again submit our annual harbinger
of Spring trade— Special Spring Edition—
and iu its various phases we think it com-
pares most favorably with its predecessors.
While the subjects that may be discussed
in an edition of this kind might appear on
first thought, to those outside the sanctum,
to be numerous yet, while we take into
consideration the number of topics that are
treated on from week i o week in our
columns, it is really hard to find one that
may be viewed in the light of being
original.
We have stated why we selected the sub-
ject of Commercial Orchids, viz., their grow-
ing popularity— and the articles presented
by the various writers will, we think, prove
interesting as well as instructive.
Feeding of Plants under Glass is a topic
on which all are seeking information.
Some good meat will be found in the
answers given to our inquiries.
The innumerable questions on heating
which we have of late been receiving led
us to ask Professor Taft, than whom there
is no better authority, to write us a chap-
ter on that important matter ; and while
the information he has imparted must
necessarily be taken as being applicable on
general principles (no specific rules can be
laid down, without a complete knowledge
of situation, environments, and other
points of like nature), yet we are confident
it will prove a wonderful help to those in
search of advice on heating matters.
A Plea for More Hard- Wooded Plants is
well-timed; the public is always on the
outlook for variety, and is showing evi-
dences of a desire for a change in the nature
of the subjects presented to select from,
both in the matter of plants and cut
flowers.
Then there is the Tariff; but at present
we do not know where we stand on that
chameleon-like ordinance, so rapid are its
transformations under the direction of our
legislators. Some sound views are pre-
sented, pro and con, and reader, we want
you to vote on the subject on the coupon
on page 361.
So far as advertising and advertising
patronage is concerned, it will be seen that
the Florists' Exchange still continues in
its wonderful upward progress, our patron-
age being greater from this source than at
any time previous. When we note the four
years of stagnation through which the
business world has been passing, this ad-
vance surely indicates that uur paper pos-
sesses the confidence of the trade in a
marked degree.
Nine thousand copies of this Special
Spring Edition— using up nearly two and
a halt tons of paper— will be mailed to
gentlemen in the allied trades, nearly all
the recipients being employers, conse-
quently buyers, and the influence of such a
number as this must, indeed, be wide-
spread.
We sincerely and heartily thank the
trade for their most generous support, and
trust that each and every advertiser will
receive those tangible returns therefrom,
which are the only and sure evidences of
the value of any publication as a trade
medium.
. Free Seeds.
Congressional and Senatorial Interfer-
ence with a legitimate Industry will bo
continued in 1898, despite the g-s of
dwarf and pole beans be equally good
there will be joy in the house of the .seeds
man.
The only features of interest on the seed
markets, are the continued decline in the
value of clovers, alsyke especially, and
the strong upward tendency in the prices
of rye grass, both perennial and Italian.
Some wonderful Missouri lima peas,
which were to revolutionize the dried blui
pea trade, proved to be our old friend, tbt
Wisconsin blue, under another name. Tht
prices realized for the few that have been
sold can hardly cover carriage and com-
missiou.
The death, at the ripe age of 79, cf Dr
Hoig, removes from our midst one whi
had played a most useful, beneficent and
enduring part in European horticulture
daring the past fifty years. Etrnestness
thoroughness and integrity were his watch
words; these, combined with a rare intel-
ligence, characterized all his public utter
ances and deeds, and were consplcuouslj
manifest in the conduct of the "Journal
of Horticulture," of which he was foi
many years editor and principal pro
prietor He thoroughly hated humbug of
every description, and those who attemnt
ed to obtain a gratuitous puff of a novtltj
of doubtful character, four.d that behind
the sauvlter in modo lay the fortiterlnre.
European Seeds.
Seeils of Anstralian Salt Bnsb.—
Before the United States General Apprais-
ers at New York, Jan. 14, 1897, Somerville,
General Appraiser, rendered the following
opinion relative to the seed in question:
"The article is the seed of the Australian
salt bush, which was classified by the col-
lector at San Francisco, under paragraph
206% of the tariff act of 1894, as "agricul-
tural seeds" or "other seeds not specially
provided for" in said act, 10 per cent, ad
^valorem. The importers claim that it is a
species of "grass seed," and therefore free
of duty under paragraph 611 of said act.
We find from the testimony of an expert
dealer in seeds of all kinds that the seeds
in question come from the Australian salt
bush, the botanical name of which is
Striplex semibaccatum. This bush is a
procumbent rather than a creeping plant,
and is not known commonly or botanically
as a grass. It is used for forage, especially
for sheep and cattle, in California and the
Southwestern States. A description of the
plant, stated by the witness to be ac-
curately correct, is given on page 10 of a
catalogue of the United States Department
of Agriculture, Division of Agrostology, is-
sued in the year 1896. It is there classified
as a fodder or forage, other than a grass.
We find, accordingly, that the seed under
consideration is not a grass seed within
the meaning of said paragraph 611 of the
free list, and overrule the protest, affirm-
ing the collector's decision."
Free Seed Distribution.
A prominent Western House relates an
instance where they had made arrange-
ments with a dealer in a small town in
Missouri to take a box of their seeds on
commission. The dealer, writing under
date of March 12, says: "Yesterday there
was a big lot of seeds sent here from Wash-
ington— three times as many seeds as I
sold last year. Now, what shall I do in
regard to bringing your seed out
here? I know I could not sell them
after those already here are given
out." This is only one case in thousands
which shows how completely Government
Free Seed Distribution has crushed the
small dealer by taking away his opportuni-
ties to sell a box or two of seeds and so
help him in making a livelihood.
The J. A. Everitt Seed Company have fur-
nished us with copy of a letter written to
their Senators. They state this is the sec-
ond one of the series, and that they do
not intend to let them forget the matter.
Following are one or two very pertinent re-
marks which the above-named firm make:
"While other enterprises are seeking tor
and obtaining Government protection, why
should ours be the only one singled out to
compete against Government gratuities?
• * * About twenty million packets of
seed will be distributed this year, repre-
senting at retail a value of $1,000,000. Now
suppose these seeds are sent to people who
want them and need them, you can see
the seed trade is out of $1,000,000 worth
of trade. To offset this, seedsmen can-
not, from the nature of their business, re-
duce their expenses. They must keep up
their establishments and send out their
catalogues all the same. In fact, the great-
er the competition, the greater the effort
and expense incurred to get what trade
there is. This we state from personal
knowledge. The result is the expenses of
the seedsmen have been running ahead of
their receipts for two or three years, and
with the proposed new order to allow the
people to select the kinds of seed they
want, the regular seedmen may as well
shut up shop, as the Government will be
the great and only seed monopolist."
The lady spoken of in our last, wht,
boiled lettuce with pork, may not have
been so far wrong in waiting for this
flower to bloom as, singular to relate,
while repeating this story to a friend, we
were given to understand that not so many
years ago. a quantity of black seeded let-
tuce was sold to the Government under
the name of Phlox Drummondii, or some-
thing of that kind, and put up into packets
bearing a flower title. Those who sold the
seed must have supposed it was killed, else
they would not have dared attempt such a
barefaced transaction.
Here is a letter from Messrs. A. Tilton
& Son of Cleveland, O., who have written
their Congressman a very energetic letter
of protest, and in addition have interested
the Cleveland papers on behalf of their
Editor Florists' Exchange.
"Following your advice we have this day
forwarded to our Congressman, a protest
against the proposed appropriation tor
seeds to he distributed by the Department
of Agriculture.
"We hope that each and every seedsman
will be so keenly alive to the welfare of
the trade, that he will do likewise.
"We reviewed the oft-repeated reasons
tor the discontinuance of this practice,
bearing at considerable length on the ex-
treme injustice of singling out the seed
trade as being worthy the competition of a
national treasury. From any standpoint
the pernlciousness of such legislation Is
so evident that it is unnecessary to remind
even an uninterested reader.
"Our united efforts are sure to effect a
favorable result. We ought none of us to
lag in a work of such universal concern.
"A. TILTON & SON.
This paragraph is extracted from cor-
respondence which has passed between an
employee of a seed house and bis Congress-
man: "Let us suppose that Congress were
to enact a law by which every township
would have an attorney paid by the Gov-
ernment to whom citizens could refer mat-
ters of law and obtain advice free of charge,
would there not be a general howl from
lawyers from all sides. I certainly think
there would. And why should Congress
see fit to interfere with the industry of
growing and selling seeds, which has only
been built up within the last decade, and
that at a great expense."
Views of the People.
From Virginia— I received five packets of
tobacco seed sent by my Congressman. I
was sitting by the fire at the time when I
opened the package and threw them into
it, as I did not consider them of any
From Indiana— It is indeed a great hind-
rance and -imposition to the legitimate seed
trade of this country to have the Govern-
ment distribute *he vast quantity of seeds
they do gratis.
From Ohio— I have this P. M. had a per-
sonal talk with our representative to Con-
gress and obtained hie full views on the
question of free distribution. He says he
does not know what to do with his quota
and will use his efforts to stop the nuis-
From Florida— This tree seed is a fraud
on the people, as I have had parties come
to me and offer Government seeds for sale.
I know of one bank in this city that had a
quantity sent it, and from what I can learn
they were mostly thrown away. Free seed
is not only an injury to seed dealers, but
a waste of public money.
From South Dakota — I am in receipt of
five packages of garden seeds from Sena-
tor Pettigrew, and notice the request they
bear, "Please report the results of your
trial to the United States Department of
Agriculture, Washington, D. C." Though
it is early yet, I feel quite prepared to
"report the result," which is the full con-
viction on my part that any Congressional
or departmental distribution of seeds to
the people, save it he something new in
agriculture, is about as senseless a per-
formance as a modern republic could at-
tard to indulge in.
From North Carolina — Not long since a
package of seeds came to us from the
Agricultural Department at Washington
with your name on the envelopes. We were
sorry to see you were in any way connect-
ed with Government seed distribution,
which is neither more nor less than a
damnable steal from the taxpayers.
From Colorado— I believe one good way
to kill the bill is to amend that the Gov-
ernment distribute free some new brand of
tea. coffee or patent consumption cure.
From Massachusetts— Another letter from
a prominent member of society who carries
the title of D.D. S., and also M. D.. writes:
"I have been informed that you are supply-
ing the Government seeds. If so. wii5h you
would inform me how to proceed to get a
supply of seeds for the farm, as I have a
farm, and would like a variety of seeds tor
spring planting." We quote this letter to
show that it is not merely the poor and
needy who are anxious to get something
for nothing.
From Georgia— I write you to let you
know what benefit the free seed furnished
by Uncle Sam does us? The parties that
receive the seed are those that are well to
do and are beyond want, while we who need
it do not receive any. I am one who lost all
that I possessed and had to begin anew.
Our Representative knew my need, and stiil
I received none. I made no application for
any, and if I did I suppose would receive
trash. I hope this little information will
enlighten you and help the seed trade. I
can back my statement by proof it neces-
sary.
We have before us a letter from an in-
telligent member of society, who, although
he has received 85 packages of fiower and
vegetable seeds in 17 franks, from his in-
dulgent Representative Is very much dis-
satisfied. After making a protest, he was
advised that one "should never look a
gift horse In the mouth."
Overproduction.
"European Seeds" has hit the nail on the
head when he says: "It Is all very well to
■enthuse' the growers until they are led to
produce an Immense supply: but, unless
the public Is enthused to an equal extent,
and the financial condition of the country Is
good, somebody (usually the grower) has
got to lose money." We can talk hard
times Just as much as we choose, but they
are not the worst enemy of the seed trade.
Our great trouble is overproduction, and
that at home. We can talk tariff, as we do.
because I think we ought to grow every-
thing we can grow at home, and every
dollar's worth of seed we grow here makas
our country a dollar richer. As Lincoln
said. If we pay $20 for a ton of Iron In
England, we have the Iron and she has the
money: but If we produce the iron our-
selves, we have the iron and the money
both. But the tariff will not benefit the
seed trade one lota: It will give the farmer
more work, hut the dealers no greater
profits. And, should we adopt a high tariff.
the result will be that those we buy from
In Europe will grow their seeds here in-
stead of there; this will affect the few that
come in between the grower and the seed
merchant.
Our great trouble comes from the head-
long way we have of rushing into things.
The moment a fiower or vegetable comes to
the front, and it becomes a hobby, its pro-
duction will he overdone in a year; it will
lose its novelty the minute it becomes cheap
and plentiful.
It is one of uor peculiarities to be fashion-
able, and fashions last but a short time.
The sweet pea craze was at its height last
year. It got too high the year before, and
the growers put out sweet peas sufficient
for a decade, and many a dealer found he
had a drug on his hands, instead of a
fiower. The gladiolus had a profitable run
tor a number of years. To-day it is a
drug, and many of the growers are ready to
throw it up in disgust. As a decorative
plant for the garden the canna is now on
top, and should stay there. But refined
taste will sicken of it the moment it be-
comes too common.
The tendency is overproduction, and the
farmer has caught on to that. The dealer
gives him an order to grow a given acre-
age of any desired kind, and is to lake the
product. Should the contract be a fairly
good one, he will grow about twice as njany
acre.=» as were bargained for, and he will
have an enormous yield, which the seeds-
man must take.
Young America in the trade takes to
seed-growing, is fortunate in obtaining
some orders, he will grow five times more
than sufficient to fill them; he is over-
stocked, and goes to B. and says he has a
surplus stock of A.'e novelty, and will sell
cheap, and he does so at a much less price
than A. pays. This is a common occur-
rence, and ruinous to the trade. Just as
long as we produce more than we need the
seedsmen will sell without profit.
Many of the old houses complain bitterly
of dull trade, but trade is not dull; profits
are small, because ot overproduction, but
there has never been a year when more
vegetable seeds will be planted than the
year 1897. L
Simcoe, Ont.
H. H. Groff writes us that he has a seed-
ling canna ot unique form originated by
himself and pronounced distinct by several
canna specialists. The flower is 7 inches
in diameter, segments l^j inches broad,
but the inferior petal is abnormally de-
veloped, being large and much longer than
those classed as superior. Among some
3,000 seedlings from last season's crossing
on the best material obtainable, the plants
from this one excel in strength and won-
derful variation, the whole collection. The
color is crimson, but unlike any other
variety yet noted.
Brooklyn, N. Y.
John A. Scollat, "4 and 76 Myrtle ave.,
is making an attractive improvement In
the building. A new front has been pat
in, with large windows and wide doors,
to facilitate the handling ot the Scollay
and Invincible Steam and hot water
boilers. An office has been arranged on
the first floor, and a line ot their boilers,
attractively painted, are displayed for
examination.
Emil Zeller has not removed to Fulton
St, as stated in a previous Issue, but baa
opened a branch store there, in conjunction
with the one at Putnam and Ciasson
avenues.
J. M. Keller Is building another green
house.
Henry A. MolAtsch has secured a oer-
mit to build another greenhouse at 65th
at. and Ninth avenue.
Bowling.
The Flatbusb florists scored another
victory in a match game with the B»l-
raonts on Thursday, March 2.5. The fol-
lowing are theacores-
FLATUOSH.
P- Kiley 128 ir.8 l.W
H. nnilledon?.e 110 1.!. 1]^
G. Heltmnller l-W K6 'M
D.Y. Melim LIS 2I« ^^
Eugene Dailledouze 223 16.-) JC6
776 809 763
IIKLMONT.
A Suyrtam 127 143 1R7
p Koiiover ISO 145 141
W. Rvrter U-l 127 142
,7 Rv.ler 108 \f<^ 160
J. Schoolmaker 169 JW ^
lis 745 699
Index to tdvsrtisements and Contents
will be found on Page JT;.
342
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Gross WeiRht
per 1000 pota Per 100 Per 1000
...about20lb8 fO 25 »2 00
- General Agents,
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Hanging: Vases, 7 inch.
Cylinders for Cut Flowers, made
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Live Sphagnum Moss and Orchid Peat
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For Prices, etc., address,
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In any quantity, and of the best
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station M, N. E., WASHINGTON, D. C.
.KEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORIBT'S E
Growing Tropica/ Nymphceas for
Their Flowers.
Although the hardy species of water liliea
are the beet tor cutting from, the tender
one should also be grown on account of
their showy, brilliant-colored flowers. There
is a greater number of tender species and
varieties than hardy ones. By hardy ones
I mean those which can be left out of doors
all winter north of the thirtieth degree ol
latitude. The tender kinds are very dis-
tinct in their manner of growth from the
hardy species. Curiously enough it is those
kinds which grow nearest the Equator that
are least suited to remain for a long tin
in an absolutely dormant state. While none
of the hardy species are suited to exist long
in that condition, they may be said to be
continually growing, except during the lat-
ter part of summer and autumn; after that
period, it the rhizomes of any of the spe-
cies are examined, the flower buds
leaves tor the following season are plainly
visible.
All ot the tender kinds form little tubers
when a few weeks old from seed, or, in the
case o£ stolons about three weeks after
being parted from a parent tuber. Both
are capable of being thrown into a resting
stage and they may be kept at about the
same size so far as the tubers are concerned
tor a number of years. I hive some ot the
identical tubers of the true zanzibarensis
and N. gigantea, which were purchased
from Sturtevant. ot Bordentown, over six
years ago, and yet these tubers have not
incre,ased in size during that period al-
though they have given off plants every
,5eai3on since they were procured.
The day blooming tender kinds in form-
ing large roots do not, as a rule, make
small tubers; sometimes they will be
formed on the rootstalks of N. scutitolia,
and I have found them on N. gracilis .and
IN. pulcherrima, but it is always best to de-
pend on small tubers tor their propagation.
The night bloomers all form an abundant
supply ot small tubers, which does .away
with the necessity ot keeping large plants
over winter.
If those tubers be started now in the tank
of a house to which the sun has free access,
they will be large enough tor planting out
before the middle ot May. Take, for in-
stance a fair-sized tuber ot N. rubra, N.
devoniensis, N. dentata or any of the night-
flowering hybrids which have lately been
sent out, put it in a five-inch pot and cover
it over with about an inch of soil, then
another slight covering ot sand; sink about
six inches below the surface of the water,
and the chances will be that six or eight
stolons will be thrown up, all ot which will
make good-sized plants. They should be
detached from the tuber only after they
have made three or four fair sized leaves.
N. dentata is white, N. rubra and N. de-
voniensis are reddish pink. They are the
best ot the night-blooming section tor cut
bloom purposes the hybrids being, as a
rule, shy bloomers compared to the above.
.\mong the day bloomers, the Zanzibar
section, consisting ot the true dark purple
N. zanzibarensis. the lighter colored N. Z.
azurea, and the one with rose colored
flowens N. Z. rosea, are very easily man-
aged. Seeds of any at the above sown now
will flower before the end ot May. The
South Australian N. gigantea produces an
ideal flower, but it has the reputation ot
being difBcult to manage. I have found no
trouble in growing it, provided that the
plants do not receive a check by being
transferred suddenly from warm water to
that ot a much lower temperature. N.
gracilis is white, but if grown in company
with any of the zanzibarensis section the
seeds are almost certain to produce plants
with blue flowers resembling N. pulcher-
N.
ad N. flava
medium-sized yellow flowers; both are
hardy in this latitude, N. mexicana being
by far the best of the two.
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sash 1^^ inches thick. We offer these
glazed at |1.25 each, f. o. b. cars at Lynn,
which is half cost, cash with order.
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344
The FiLORisTS' Exchange.
Readers' Views on the New Tariff.
a tariff on anything
that cannot be grown successfully in this
country.— M. BOGAN, Philadelphia.
On looting over your valuable paper we
see you would like to have your subscribers
give their views in regard to that thing
they call "Tariff." We will say we are not
in favor of tariff legislation of an extreme
nature, such as is now pending in the
House, and would suggest a little more
reasonable terms on all seeds and bulbs,
the latter especially. Our motto is "a tariff
for revenue only."
SEMMLBR BROS.
Higginsville, Mo.
I am for free trade in everything; but it
there is to be a tariff, I am for a tariff on
everything.
In seeds I would certainly insist on a
higher tariff on all luxuries, flower seeds,
bulbs, etc., than I would on what would
approach the necessaries, 1. e., vegetable
and fruit seeds.
I am opposed to present free distribution
of seeds, but think a moderate appropriation
to disseminate new and desirable fruits,
plants and seeds, as originally intended,
would work much benefit. A. W. SMITH.
Americus, Ga.
I have before me a copy of the Tariff bill,
as I believe it was presented on the 15th
inst., in the House of Representatives,
and find that, as in former ones, live flow-
ers have been omitted. For the sake of
protecting the trade, would it not be well
if we tried to get a special clause in said
bill to read: "Live flowers and fronds of
every description, 100 per cent, ad valor-
em." This would at once stop the shipping
of flowers by our near neighbors, who flood
our markets with them just at a time when
they do most harm. Now is the time to
act. and we must act quickly, otherwise
our competitors will have the laugh on us
once more. A. HULSEBOSCH.
Regarding the question of tariff on vari-
ous plants and bulbs, I cannot see how it is
going to be any benefit, excepting to a few
growers. To the dealer it is certainly a
disadvantage. He will have to charge
more tor what he sells, and as business is
now, I do not see that he will gain any-
thing by doing that. Then, if the tariff is
a protective one, and keeps foreign goods
out, how will it help the revenue? It
seems to me that what is wanted is reason-
able prices, that will give a fair profit to
the grower and fair wages to the laborer,
and I think we can secure that without
fencing ourselves in with a protective
tariff. NO TARIFF.
To my mind the putting a tariff on flor-
ists' materials is no protection to the flor-
ist as long as money is scarce. If money
were plentiful so that the demand would
be gi eater, we might make our customers
pay the duty; or, it we could make for-
eigners do all thfi importing and sell us
stock at the same price, after they have
paid the duty, that they would charge
without duty, we would be safe enough; but
as the duty would come off the florists'
themselves mainly, I for one would kick. I
suppose it is well enough to have protec-
tion or tariff or tax, provided we can palm
It off upon some one who knows no better,
but in this case we know better.
S. D. W.
We think it wrong to place a duty of 30
per cent, on bulbs. It will make the price
of those flowers so high that they cannot
be sold to compete with roses and carna-
tions (all of us are not rose and carnation
growers), and it will no longer pay grow-
ers to produce bulbous flowers, as there
is haTdly a living profit now. People will
not pay the price. With palms and nur-
sery stock a better price possibly could be
had. and the proposed tariff will greatly
benefit large growers of palms and ferns
in this countrj-, who no doubt are the in-
stigators of the 30 per cent. duty. But
such a law should certainly not go into ef-
fect until January 1st. 1898; should it do
so prior to that date, it will affect every-
body too heavily on orders already placed
on either side of the water.— .\. DUM-
METT, Mount Vernon, N. Y.
As a general proposition, am not kindly
disposed to high tariff on anything of use
to the masses, save, perhaps, tobacco and
liquors; but think. I see, should the tariff
indicated on page 296 of last week's Ex-
change, be adopted, that the terrible out-
cry of late years of no money in growing
lowers from bulbs will be effectually
quelched, and that, through there being
ittle probability of the Dutch growers,
after sending drummers all over the coun-
try to make private sales, risking, as they
ow. the sending of very heavy con-
nents for a market, it they have to
pay 30 per cent, of their value to Uncle
before exposing their goods for sale.
This and the credit system which looks
ig to many a grower, is what causes
bulbs to be grown than will pay a
profitable sum when the flowers are ready
tor the market. EDGAR SANDERS.
The condition of the United States Gov-
ernment, now needing revenues, a moder-
ate duty imposed on the florists' planting
stock imported by the trade, and which
may aptly be called luxuries, might be
thought reasonable. A rate like 30 per
cent, seems severe as a tax, however, and
would undoubtedly produce an unfavorable
result ultimately.
We continually see attempts made, even
by so-called small florists, and often with
a good measure of success, at growing
from seed their own palm stock in certain
kinds. In classes thus adaptable I would
favor the higher duty as tending to have
such produced in this country, and in
these regards a careful revision of the
florists' requirements by competent men
versed in the business would seem desir-
able as well as justfled by the importance
of this growing part of the business of this
country.— DANIEL B. LONG. Buffalo.
Regarding the question of duty or no
duty on horticultural products, we fall to
see -why the line of bulbs, bulbous roots
used for forcing plants for forcing into
flowers and into decorative plants, should
need a protective duty. What we do not
produce thus far in this line, we are not
very likely to produce in the future, but
will continue to import the same. Whether
it be good policy to tax these items is a
different question. Very likely our florists
and dealers will bring out stocks with
more moderation, when thirty cents cash
is required by Uncle Sam for each dollar,
before the goods can be touched. Such
moderation would work to the advantage of
our home markets, which now are often
overstocked and glutted, and return but
losing figures to such growers as have no
retail outlet. The purchasing public will
pay no more for the flowers, duty or no
duty; supply and demand will regulate the
prices as in the past.
WINFRIED ROLKER.
of August Rolker & Sons.
New York.
I am for a tariff from A to Z on horti-
cultural products. In many lines the pro-
ducer is compelled to sell below the cost of
production, because of the influx of foreign
product.3. So long as this condition pre-
vails there is no need of worrying about
what the consumer will say because of in-
creased prices. Let me illustrate: Even'
hyacinth or tulip that is put upon the mar-
ket, when forced, takes the place of a car-
nation, rose or some other flower of Amer-
ican production. The hyacinth bulb takes
the money out of the country, while the
production of carnations, roses or mignon-
ette keeps it at home. The same argu-
ment is true of azaleas, dwarf roses (which
are imported in such quantities as to flood
the market), and other horticultural impor-
tations. When a man swaps a hundred
dollar horse for a fifty dollar nag he is ac-
counted a "blarsted fool," and a nation
that trades the best market in the world
for the privilege of selling breech clouts in
Africa and blue jeans in India can be
placed in the same category.
JOHN G. ESLER.
In your issue of the 20th you invite an
expression on the proposed revision of tar-
iff by all interested. We are in favor of
specflc duties on stocks, seedlings and
roses, as asked for by the committee of
the American Association of Nurserymen
and an ad valorem of not less than 30
per cent, on everything else in the nursery
and florist line that can be produced to
advantage in this country. But think no
great injustice would be done any one if
Holland bulbs should be admitted duty
The trend of the article signed "A Re-
publican Reader" suggests that he is one
of the florists more largely interested in
importing than in growing. We can see
no justice in favoring the importer and sea-
board florist to the great injury of the
growers of the whole country, as was done
the McKinley bill, which imposed a duty
of 20 per cent, on Manetti and other rose
stocks for budding, but allowed all roses
ready for immediate use to be entered
free. THE STORRS & HARRISON CO.
J. J. HARRISON, President.
Painesville, Ohio.
As you are asking for opinions on the
proposed changes in the tariff on plants,
bulbs, etc., please put me down as one of
he kickers in regard to the proposed
hange.
I see that on bulbs and roots of all kinds
m will have to pay a duty of 30 per cent,
ad valorem. Who is the proposed duty
supposed to protect? To my knowledge
there are no Dutch bulbs or lily of the
valley grown to any extent in this coun-
try, so there is no grower or growers to
To increase the duty, I believe, will
curtail the importation, as at the prevail-
ing low prices for all cut blooms of both
Dutch bulbs and valley it will be impos-
sible for an importer and forcer to make
a living profit on the same.
Germany is the recognized valley-grow-
ing country the world over; she has the
climate, the soil and the cheap labor, and,
no matter what duty our legislators may
see fit to put on lily of the valley, they
will never succeed in inducing our home
growers to grow them in quantities, and
the same may be said of all Dutch and
South of France bulbs; therefore, I
strongly advocate no duty on plants, bulbs,
etc.— ERNST G. ASMUS, West Hoboken.
N. J.
Obedient to your call for a discus-
sion on the tariff question, outsiders some-
times see much clearer ahead of the
future than those so actively engaged that
self-interest supersedes all else beneficiary
to a healthy trade.
Duties or government taxes of any kind
should share an equal division, between
merchant and consumer; in these lines
alone an equitable revenue can be se-
cured for the Government.
Legislation that, for instance, only fa-
vors the growers of seeds, or any kind of
plant stock for ultimate family or com-
mercial use, is sure to burden the mer-
chant and with him the ultimate user, with
a tax that falls heaviest on the latter in
Antagonism between all concerned to some
limited extent will prove healthiest to the
trade, which scarcely can be obliterated
by an act of legislation.
The tariff schedule of 1890, the flrst pro-
tective tariff ever put in operation in the
United States, with few alterations, should
at this stage, be satisfactory to all con-
cerned, the Government included.
Let calm, conservative and wise counsel
prevail on this, to the trade an all im-
portant question, and in view of what
has been asked of the Government by the
seed trade about limiting the use and abol-
ishing the abuse of the free seed distribu-
tion, moderation on tariff should come from
the same source. The seed trade has not
reached its limit by any means; there is
as much room for extension as ever be-
fore. Good quality of seeds will always
find ready purchasers willing to pay good
prices. Let the trade's aim be in that direc-
tion. With it alone prosperity will follow
a wise legislation.
OLD SEED MERCHANT.
The tariff question comes to a point in
the tact that it is not in the power of
human wisdom to frame a tariff that will
not pick somebody's pocket. When pocket-
picking is legalized we call it a tariff, but
making it legal does not make it morally
right. If a man is an American seller he
wants a tariff; if he is an American buyer
he does not want it. and he comes to surely
know that any government or set of men
who would abridge or take from him his
natural-bom privilege of investing his
own legitimate earnings where he can get
the most tor them without subjecting him
to a fine (we call it a tariff) tor so doing,
are acting in restraint of trade and plac-
ing themselves on record as parties hav-
ing no respect tor the interest of the
buyer. It requires but a small amount of
brain to determine that if the interest of
the buyer is not taken care of the seller
will have to go out of business.
Oh, but we must have revenue, and there
seems to be no way of getting it only by
a tariff. Well, then, put the tariff in the
right place; put a good stiff tariff on the
salaries of all the government officials who
are spending so much time in making bills
for the people to pay; this, with a mod-
erate income tax over and above the
simple cost of the necessary items of liv-
ing, and -we will have revenue enough.
So long as practical people will submit
to the dictation of crafty politicians and
ambitious lawyers, backed by speculating
schemers, matters can never mend. If we
could have a Congress made up of prac-
tical men, with ability enough to make
practical laws for practical people, every-
thing, instead of moving on a speculative
basis, would have to move on a practical
basis if it moved at all. and stability
would be the inevitable result.
Now that everything is cheap government
officials should reduce their salaries one-
half and get down in line with the people,
and there would be no deficits. What bet-
ter are they to retrench than you and your
humble servant? E. HUPTELEN-
Will the proposed Dingley Tariff bill be
beneficial to the florists and seedsmen of
America? Decidedly yes. First — By rais-
ing the price of seeds so high that many
aged
grow
them. Why should we send abroad for
seeds that can be grown just as well here?
Witness the yearly spectacle of the seeds-
men of America watching with interest the
seed crop of Europe, while our own farmers
and growers cannot compete with the for-
eign laborer. And. again, how the seed
trade of this country has been humbugged,
hoodooed and wheedled by "crop permit-
ting" clauses in their contracts, which
simply means "at our mercy." Foreign
seed houses have had the trade of this
country too much in their own bauds.
Without protection or high tariff the seed
grower of this country cannot, dare not
risk his time and labor against the cheap
labor of foreign shores. We need protec-
tion against that labor just as much (and
more) than if that labor was transferred to
our own soil and made criminal labor to
compete with free labor.
Second — By increasing the tariff on the
florists' goods that are shipped into this
country, we will be encouraging an infant
industry, and stimulating trade in gen-
eral. One of the worst features of the
trade to-day is the yearly overstocking of
our growers with cheap bulbs from Hol-
land. When they are brought into bloom
there Is a sympathetic glut, so to speak, in
every line, and rather than have a total
loss the grower sells to the Greeks or the
department store, and their ruinous compe-
tition cuts the lite out of trade entirely.
Whv not trrow our azaleas. nalm'=. nnd
bulbs on this side, and furnish employ-
ment to some of our own idle r^f^n?
VERITAS.
It is generally known that garden peis
can only be grown in the extreme part of
Northern New York, principally in JefTer-
«ion County. It was found by experience that
neas grown south of the territory described
invariably became infected with weevil,
therefore undesirable for seed purposes.
WTien the pea-growing interests were first
■started here, we had no difficulty in placing
all the seed stock necessary: hut as far-
mers became better acquainted with their
habits and the effects on the soil, they be-
gan to flght shy of planting peas, until at
last the complaints became so general that
the grange societies took the matter up in
their meetings and discussed the question
thoroughly. The farmers finally agreed, by
resolutions passed, that they would not
grow any more fancy peas for seed houses.
The reason therefor was that the pea crop
came off early and left the ground to ma-
ture a crop of weeds before frost set in.
These wild and noxious weeds got Into the
meadows, and in place of Jefferson County
hay bringing the highest price in the New
York market, as it formerly did, it now
ranked the lowest. Therefore, the fancy
peas were doomed. In consequence of this
edict of the grange, we. as large growers of
fancy peas, were obliged to drop over on the
Canada side and place what stock we could
not get out here. It has run on in this
manner tor several seasons, each season
putting out all we can induce farmers to
take, the balance growing in Canada. The
result is that Canada is growing about 75
per cent, of our fancy peas to-day. Please
bear in mind that it was not a question of
price that compelled us to grow elsewhere:
it was simply because of the condition in
which the soil was left.
Now. here is where the interesting part
comes in. We are informed that the grange
societies throughout this section have put
into the hands of our Congressmen a mas-
sive "petition," demanding that a heavy
duty be put on fancy peas. Why, we ask,
do they seek to meddle with matters that do
not interest them? If they will not grow,
how will a high duty help them out? On a
50-cent rate our Government will realize
a very limited income, as the importations
will be nearly, it not quite, nil. Let the
duty remain as it is, and everybody will
be better served, S. M. PE.\SE.
Cape Vincent. N. Y.
The Florists* Exchange.
34R
I have had over twelve years direct deal-
ings with hundreds of florists in the United
States; the first six years under protective
tariff of 20 per cent, ad valorem until the
act of June 10, 1890, and since that date
mostly under a free tariff; and I think I
know fairly well what would be best for the
trade in general, as regards tariff matters.
I unhesitatingly declare that a protective
tariff of 30 per cent, would greatly benefit
both growers and dealers.
We grow annually thirty acres of bulbs
and roots in Holland, and I have at least
100 acres under cultivation, which shows
that we intend to grow more, and still we
do not wish our goods to enter free of duty;
first, because American florists realized
more for their cut flowers and plants of
our class of goods before 1891 (or up to the
time the country began to be flooded with
all kinds of bulbs and roots) and conse-
quently could and did pay their bills more
cheerfully; second, because it would pro-
hibit consignments almost entirely, thereby
preventing that class of goods coming into
competition with a better and dearer ar-
ticle; third, because roses, palms, trees,
shrubs and vines are grown here, equally
as good, if not better, than in Europe, but
cannot yet be grown as cheaply, and
fourth, because many bulbs can be grown
here, which are now imported. One has
only to go to Baltimore and Washington
nowadays and inquire for Trumpet Nar-
cissus; every huckster has them by the
hundreds grown In old gardens, which
never receive attention. This shows con-
clusively that narcissus can be grown here.
As to tulips, I do not doubt but they
could be grown around the lakes. All they
need is deep soil and to be given proper
D. C, large plots of hyacinths that have
stood for the last ten years in the ground,
with foliage as healthy and blooms as large
as the best newly imported stock.
Most of the lilies can certainly be grown
here, and as to valley, well, almost every-
body knows it is grown in America with
very satisfactory results.
Therefore, gentlemen, try to give your
children a chance to make a living by
voting for the proposed new tariff enac-
tions. ALBERT HULSEBOSCH,
of Hulsebosch Bros.
Englewood, N. J.
I think there is already duty enough on
palms, azaleas, etc., and which was not the
case lour years ago, it I remember rightly.
What does this protection mean? It means
to tax every dealer and lover of palms.
It is not those who deal largest in palms
that it affects. Oh, no! They will make
the small dealer pay dearer for the so-
called protection by taxing him heavier
for it. I made a trip last summer to New
York, Philadelphia and other places, in
order to convince myself whether or not
these "protective importers" themselves
raise the stock. I am satisfled that what
I saw was mostly all imported stock; and
it will always be so, for we cannot afford
to compete with the protective countries
of Europe, such, as Belgium, Germany,
France, or, in fact, any of the overtaxed
countries. Take, for instance, free trade
England; she cannot compete with the pro-
tected countries, neither can England fur-
nish palms as cheaply as Belgium can;
while the labor is about 33 per cent, higher
in England. Last year I sent to England
for a trial order, through a shipping agent.
The result was that I did not dare to charge
the price they cost me.
Some time ago I saw an article in the
"Florists' Exchange" about "Protection on
Seeds;" that the American labor cannot
compete with the labor of Europe, as some
of the seed growers there' eat their meals
on mud floors. Now, I am sure, Mr. Allen,
that I have seen seed establishments there
which would put some gentlemen to shame,
and as far as the small pay is concerned
the pauper labor does not seem to suffer
any by it, while everything is cheaper
there excepting meat, when compared with
prices in America.
I am a believer In protection, but It
must be of the right kind. It one should
try to shut out the outside world what
ith
plu
vhich
belie
the
to hundreds of
"Live
let live," and one hand has to wash the
other, which you may call reciprocity, or,
I will tickle vou and you will tickle me.
Therefore, gentlemen, go slow as far as
protection is concerned. This administra-
tion was jnot elected on the protection
principle, but on a gold platform; and the
more protection they put on the shorter
lived will be its regime. Now, a few
words in regard to protected American
labor. If you can show that the working-
men would get more pay without making
somebody else pay for It, then I might be
with you. Besides, we have not enough
skilled labor in this country. The best
workingmen will not come here, as they are
just as well off at home, taking everything
into consideration. Although there are in
America plenty of unemployed, 90 per cent,
of them are impostors.
Then, again, the climate is against us,
and that we cannot import.
W. A. BOCK.
North Cambridge, Mass.
I have read with pleasure your inviution
to those interested to express their opinion
of the tariff bill as passed by the lower
House, as far as the same has a bearing on
the horticultural interests of the country.
I have interviewed many in the trade on
this important question. Opinions seem to
be much divided and an airing of the dif-
ferent views through the columns of your
valuable medium, "The Florists' Exchange,"
may enable one to learn the
The question must be considered from
different standpoints. As an axiom we may
consider that taxes are at all times a bur-
den to those taxed. They may be levied
to provide revenue to meet the necessary
expenses of the government; they may also
be levied to protect the capitalist against
his less favored brother.
Inspecting paragraph 249 of the new
tariff bill as passed by the House, I notice
that a duty of from 100 to 200 per cent,
will be levied on roses and French fruit
tree stocks, in addition to the cost of im-
portation, such as inland transportation
in Europe, consular fees, ocean freight,
marine insurance, cartage, etc., these ex-
penses combined making another heavy tax;
and 30 per cent, on nursery stock and other
plants. Will these high duties protect
the small nursery man or small florist?
According to my observation and experi-
ence as one connected with the trade, it
may be accepted as a fair average that 65
per cent, of the nurserymen and florists in
the country have a hard time of it, to use
a common expression, to make a living
and meet their legal obligations. Many
barely possess the means to pay the freight
and duties on their import orders, to say
nothing of the cost of the goods bought;
that iS a question of later, sometimes very
late, consideration. How will they man-
age when the duties are increased from
20 to 300 per cent? Is the grower in
Europe or the American importer going to
carry his entire account duty, freight and
cost of the goods for six months or one
year or even longer? I am inclined to
think that the imposition of these high
duties will be burdensome to many. The
man of means will have his houses stocked
with imported azaleas, palms, etc., while
his poorer brother florist, his neighbor, will
be without these necessaries for his Christ-
mas or Easter trade. Heretofore, he could
compete with his richer neighbor, taking
it for granted that he understood his call-
ing; hereafter he may buy from his neigh-
bor, and pay him his price. The Govern-
ment must be supported, and I would ad-
vocate a tariff sufficiently high to meet
these demands and to protect our home
industries. X am opposed to prohibitive
and excessive duties.
In order to learn the views of the ma-
jority on this most important question, and
to present these views to Congress with
all the influence that the subject re-
quires. I would suggest that the matter be
referred to the Executive Committee of the
Society of American Florists for their time-
The practical workings of the new tariff
act, as now proposed in Congress, will, if
enacted into a law, be very simple.
A florist purchases one hundred dollars'
($100) worth of azaleas, bulbs or other
plants for forcing. Most of this stock suit-
able for forcing purposes is imported. He
pays first the $100, then $30 more in duty;
or, in other words, his $100 worth of raw
material costs him $130. first cost. The
extra $30 goes to the Government, tending
in these times of depression to encourage
extravagant disbursements for pensions,
river and harbor improvements and other
sources of lavish expenditure, at a time
when the whole business and industrial
interests of the country are compelled to
economize In the matter of expenses. Who.
therefore, in the trade, or, indeed, in the
country at large, gets the benefit of the
extra $30?
A nurseryman requires seedling stocks
.for "growing on," which is the raw
material in the nursery business. With
close competition and low prices, as at
present, every thousand dollars of this
raw material is therefore increased by the
proposed bill to $1,300.
Will either the nurseryman or the florist
get any more for the finished product
when ready for tlie market? Who will
pay more for flowers, or fruits, or trees, or
shrubs, because the first cost of the raw
material has been increased 30 per cent.?
Our high protective tariff friends answer.
The benefit of protection will counterbalance
all this; and by shutting out foreign
products and the supply of raw material
will lessen the general supply, so that the
markets, while not being extended, will
be more profitable for "home producers."
Stripped of theory and imagination, let
us see what the practical facts show as to
this view. According to the offlcial reports,
the importations of all plant and nursery
material the past year were in round num-
bers $1,000,000 value; less exports, $133,000,
gives a net balance of imports over ex-
ports of $867,000. There are about 10,000
nurserymen and florists in the United
States. This amount in excess of imported
plant and nursery material is. therefore,
equivalent on the average to $86.70 of
yearly business for each one engaged in
the industry.
Assuming that a Chinese wall of seclu-
sion and exclusion, or its equivalent, an
excessive protective duty sufficient to ex-
clude all importations, should give ex-
clusively to the trade of this country the
whole $1,000,000 worth of business from
importations, each one engaged in the
business would have an average of only
$100 worth more of business for the year,
excluding entirely any consideration tor
material exported.
To claim that this average or aggregate
amount of foreign business is responsible
for the present low prices and unsatis-
factory condition of the business would
seem unwarranted and most unreasonable.
And the proposed remedy, in adding some
$250,000 to the cost of this material to the
trade and the country at large, as pro-
vided in the new tariff bill, will aggravate
rather than alleviate the present depressed
condition of the nursery and plant industry.
How trade and profits are to be in-
creased when the cost of material is~made
greater, and a policy adopted that will
restrict' broader markets for what is pro-
duced, is an interesting problem.
FREDERICK W. KELSEY.
March 28, 1897.
Seedsmen and the Tariff.
Edilor Florists' Exchatiye .
H. B. B. asks: "Who are the other fel-
lows in the pool?" Now, I am not a pro-
ducer or dealer in seeds, but a large pur-
chaser, and I answer "all who make a liv-
ing from the soil— seed grower, farmer,
wage-earner and every one interested in
the general prosperity of business." H. P-
B., it so interested, is one of the pool to
me. It seems common sense that if we
produce the largest part of our seeds here
(as well as every other product that we
can and are), every one is in better shape
to employ labor than if we buy all in Eu-
rope because we can do so cheaper. I make
no claims of being willing or able to pay
my employes more wages than those engaged
their employes if they prefer cheap seeds
to those of American growth at a moderate
price. They are now compelled to raise
potatoes or other products at a loss that
does not take half the labor. The laboring
man is out of work and the farmer, in
many cases, is not making his expenses.
Yes I say pile on the duty and this coun-
try w'ill produce all, or nearly all, of the
seeds we want and ot good quality at as
low a price at retail as they are selling for
now. II the dealer has his seeds given to
him the consumer pays his five cents a
paper just the same. So it is now possible
tor some one to make more profit than
thev could from American seeds.
Mr. B. says "Pile on the duty while the
fool is i» harness." I ask what has been
the matter in the four years past? Has
the wise man been in harness? If so I
think the mojority ot the people prefer the
fool. I am an American, and with all of
America's faults and mistakes in govern-
ment I still believe we have the best coun-
try on God's earth. It I did not think so I
certainly would try and get to a better one,
and I am not in tavor of any law to pre-
vent H. B. B. or any one else from leaving
this hotbed ot trusts under the coming
protective administration.
I think I have expressed my views fully
on this subject and do not propose to re-
capitulate them. CHARLES BLACK.
More About the Seed Tariff.
Editor Flinifts' Exchaitee :
We cannot roiBo ouis-lves by our own
bootstraps. If the price c.f steds aovmceB
Dtcause of the tariff, the growers who buy
them must foot the bills ; but it is like
threshiijg the oldest sort of straw
over thia subject. I only want to
attention to tue comical Hibernicisms of
Veritas." Hesay>:
" The free trade calamity howl still lives
nd rears its he.id, despite the experience
urough which we are passing, wlih its
ppalling Treasury deHcleucy, its idle
nils, idle workmen, and starving
call
have
employed native, and never cheap foreign,
labor. My principle ot protection is, that If
it helps me, it helps others also, and ex-
tends to all concerned in the general pros-
perity. Let a man be as selfish as he may,
it is hardly possible in the way ot business
for him to retain all the benefits from it.
No one man can fix the price ot labor, as
H. B. B. says the law of supply and de-
mand will do it, but it we have no demand
for our seeds and other products because
such demand Is supplied elsewhere, this law
will not apply to us. as a nation, as there
will be no demand for American labor. It
we can elevate the price ot labor in Eu-
rope to that of this country, or level ours
down to theirs, then we will need no pro-
tection; but it is our better-paid labor that
makes this country the best on earth— not
only for the laboring man, but for all who
are interested in business.
This talk of high tariff supporting monop-
date. Have we not had four years ot tariff
reform? Were we not told that it would
do away with all of these combinations of
—capitalists, trusts, etc.? Have they gone
to the wall? Before we had the so-called
tariff reform I knew many farmers in Penn-
sylvania who raised many acres of cabbage,
turnip and other seeds, and took off much
land and labor that would otherwise be
used to raise general farm products that
now glut the markets; but they have been
forced to stop because the price offered by
seedsmen is below the cost ot production.
And why is this eo? Simply because the
Followed almost immediately by the
following :
'■ Did this correspondent ever stop to con-
sider that 'combinations of capital' have
built our railroads, opened up our vast
wheat fields, developrd our coal mines,
haruts«d the lightning, dammed up
Niagara to do man's bidding, all under a
pro ectlve tar-fl, while the price of wear-
lug apparel, farm machinery, food, and
bveryihing el-e steadily decreased In value,
until the purchar-e power of a day's wages
was never to great as now.
" Theory is one thing, my friend, but 20
years of prosperity, with 'combinations of
capital protected by tariffs,' knock all
vour fine spun words Into a broken
jumble."
Id would be interetting to know when
"Veritas" would locate the "20 years"
f pro^pt-rity Has ue forgotten ti e panics
.■f 1S71-3, 18S1, or the results of the McKin-
Ity bill, wnich only existed for two or
three years. This is foreign to the seed
tarift question, and yet the principles In-
volved are ti.e same. If we can trade
cabbages for cabbage seed or wheat for
Illy of the valley, to our advantage let
us do it, but give our merchants, seeds-
men and florists the option of regulating
the business according to the laws of sup-
ply and demand. Equity,
Hydrocyanic Acid Gas.
Editor Florists' Ejcliaiwe:
The experiments with hydrocyanic acid
gas for the extermination of aphis on vio-
lets, under the direction of Mr. A. F.
Woods, described in your Issue of Feb. 13, is
very interesting reading. It suggests the
question as to whether any trials have yet
been made on roses with this insecticide by
Mr. Woods or others than myself.
I may say that I cannot understand the
necessity ot the extreme precaution
required by the operator In gener-
ating the gas. I have experimented with It
in rose houses.
The operation and results were published
in this paper. My method required the
presence of the operator in the house dur-
ing the entire period that the gas was
being generated, and produced no injurious
effects whatever. When care Is exercised,
the liability to death Is as small as from
any other Insecticide. Of course, the fumes
should not be Inhaled.
As far as my results were concerned, the
aphides could be readily killed, but not
without injuring the delicate young rose
shoots. A. J. PBNNOCK,
346
The Florists' Excht^nge.
GaBPTIOIIS.
The Cold Frame.
The cold frame, when used in its proper
season, is a boon to the florist whose
houses are overcrowded, as they are likely
to be from this time on. When used too
early bad results will invariably follow.
The carnation is half-hardy In its nature
when grown out doors, and matures and
hardens as the season advances, thus en-
abling it to withstand sudden changes in
temperature and some degrees o£ frost
without material injury. But when we
take young plants, which are in a thrifty,
growing condition (to have them right they
must be in this condition) and move them
from quarters where the temperature has
been well regulated, to the cold frame be-
fore the weather becomes such as to in-
sure against great changes, we are laying
the foundation for a weak constitution, fol-
lowing which will be the various diseases
to which the carnation is subject.
To preserve and strengthen the constitu-
tion of the young plants no great changes
in temperature should take place; neither
should they be allowed to get very dry nor
be kept very wet for any length of time —
the atmosphere must have that cool, dry,
bracing condition. It is not possible to
maintain this in the cold frame until all
danger of hard frosts and protracted cold
wet spells are past; it is also next to im-
possible to keep the soil in proper con-
dition. The plants may be watered in the
morning, with all indications pointing to a
good day; this may suddenly be reversed,
necessitating the closing of the frame, and
here we have a most favorable condition
for the development of bacteria, stem rot
and kindred diseases. When this happens
in the house it can be adjusted easily and
no harm will come of it, but in the frame
we have no means of starting circulation
by fire heat and ventilators, thus render-
ing impossible the conditions most to be
feared. These irregularities attending the
early use of the cold frame are largely
avoided by waiting until settled weather
sets in; even then the plants will require
more attention than when they were in the
On bright days if airing is not attended
to promptly the temperature, on account of
the small space, will rise rapidly, possibly
to anywhere from 80 to 100 degrees, ac-
cording to the length of time the houses
are neglected. A lew repetitious ot this
will assist very largely in producing a soft,
flabby growth, just the reverse of what
their sojourn in the frame is expected to
accomplish; viz., to enable them to grow
more sturdy and robust. The greatest
agent in producing such a growth is fresh
air in abundance; this they get when the
sash is removed and the plants come in
direct contact with the air. Its good re-
sults are easily noticed in the Arm, healthy
growth of the plants. This must be sup-
plemented by careful attention to water-
ing. Exposed to drying winds the flats dry
out much quicker than in the house, and
will, therefore, require more attention in
this respect. Once they become so dry as
to wilt badly they will have sustained a
most serious check from which they may
not fully recover, and certainly not if they
are allowed to get in this condition several
Aside from watering and ventilation lit-
tle other attention wUl be needed. If there
are any signs of gree fly they should be
given a liberal coat of tobacco dust after
watering. Weeds should also be removed
as soon as they appear, and not be al-
lowed to rob the plants ot nourishment
and air.
So long as a cutting can be kept growing
without showing signs of producing buds, it
should not be cut back. To cut cuttings
back when they are yet small, is a positive
injury. We know that healthy root action
depends a great deal on the foliage. If a
small plant has the greater portion of its
foliage removed, and that too by taking out
the center or heart ot the plant, it sustaina
a most serious check. The undue length of
time it takes for the side shoots to make
their appearance on young plants treated
in this way and their apparent weakness, is
ample evidence that they have been robbed
of a large portion ot their vitality; and
while in this weakened state they are com-
pelled to send out new growth, which is un-
due exertion for plants so small.
It is a well known tact that it any plant
in a thrifty growing condition has any con-
siderable portion of its foliage and branches
removed, some of its roots must die or
cease to act in consequence. I have given
this matter some attention, and as the re-
sult of careful teste, I find that when plants
are allowed to attain a good size and large
stem before cutting back, very little check
results.
The side shoots make their appearance
much quicker and are larger and stronger
in every way. This difference is often
noticeable throughout the whole season ot
their usefulness. We had a good illustra-
tion ot this two seasons ago with a dozen
plants ot Edna Craig. These were taken
from a plant which seemed to be tree from
this variety's greatest fault— bacteria.
The cuttings grew very vigorously after be-
ing potted; they were gradually shifted un-
til they were put in 3-inch pots. Up until
nearly time to plant in the field, they
showed no signs ot producing buds, al-
though they were some eight or ten Inches
high. At this juncture tliey were cut
back, only the tips being taken out. The
side shoots came very quickly, each one
large and strong. By fall they were the
flnest plants on the place. There was no
comparison at all between them and the
others which were cut back when small.
Throughout the blooming season the flowers
were produced on longer and better stems.
This convinced me of the injurious effects
of the cutting away of one half or more of a
young plant, ana compelling it to form new
buds and growth before it was strong
enough to do so.
I might add that these twelve plants were
potted in good potting soil, and did not in
the interval from the taking of the cuttings
until planted in the field suffer from a lack
of nourishment. When cuttings show a
tendency to produce buds, very early, two
causes may assist. First, selecting cut-
tings too high up on the. flowering stems;
second, a lack of nourishment. The latter
is more frequently the cause.
Young plants need rich soil, and no bad
effects will come of its use if watering and
ventilation are properly attended to. The
idea is to give the plants all the food they
want, and to keep the growth firm and
healthy. H. WEBER.
NEW YELLOW CARNATION.
MAYOR PINQREE
BESTCHER BROS., Canal Dover, 0.
Mr. FRED. BREITMEYER,
MT. CLEMENS, MICH.
Dear Sir : — Regarding the Mayor
Pingree Carnation, I have traveled ex-
tensively the few years past and have
viewed nearly all the new varieties intro-
duced in their original habitat, but none
have pleased me so well as M. P. as to
growth, freedom of bloom; in fact nearly
every essential factor that goes towards
making the perfect carnation. I have
crossed it with many other kinds and for
crossing it seems admirable. We have
some seedlings that doubtless will
give us something very fine, if vigorous
growth is any criterion upon which we
may pin our hopes, etc.
Any one who does not secure some
plants of it will make a mistake, doubly
so to those who are in the fascinating
part of plant breeding. Thanking you
for the plants you sent, etc.
CHAS. BETSCHER.
P. S. — As a pot-plant I know of nothing
that has the stamina of Pingree.
JHHIi'S SGHBLET
The only rust proof paying commercial
scarlet Carnation up to date
TRY IT!
Rooted Cuttings, Jl.SO per dozen ; $10 per 100.
Unrooted Pips, $5 per 100; $45 per 1000.
JAHN BROS., New Bedford, Mass.
LOOK HERE.
Carnation Cuttings
From healthy and well-grown stock.
William Scott, L. McGowan, Portia, S1.25 per 100;
$10 per 1000.
Daybreak, Anna Webb. Mrs. Fisher, Alaska, Albertlni,
Tidal Wave, Storm King, Bouton d'Or, Bridesmaid,
Emily Pierson, $1.60 per 100; $13.50 per lOOO.
Delia Fox, Ivory, Gold Finch, $4 per 100.
Fellow's New Bed. Flower twice the size ot
Portia, same color and fine shape, $3.00 per 100
Order of 500 cuttings filled at 1000 rates, not
less than 100 of a kind. Cash with order.
JAMBS E. BEACH,
Successor to J. H. Beach & Son,
617 Park Ave., Bridgeport, Conn.
Ready Now. $1.50 Per Doz.; $10 Per 100;
-FOR SALE BY-
THE CORNELL UNIVERSITY.
College of Agriculture,
L. H. BAILEY, Prof, of Horticulture.
Mr. FRED. BREITMEYER,
DETROIT, MICH.
My Dear Sir:— I am greatly obliged
for the photograph of the Carnations,
which is very good. We are growing a
picked lot of Carnations this year and
we have a pretty good show considering
that this is one of the dullest climates in
the North. Of all the varieties which
we have, the Pingree has attracted the
most attention. It is the best yellcw
which we have ever grown, and if it
holds up everywhere as it has with us, it
seems to me that it is a coming variety.
The flowers are good shape, long keep-
ers ; the plant is exceedingly strong,
and the stems are long enough and
strong enough to satisfy John Thorpe's
idea of a typical flower.
Yours very truly,
L. H. BAILEY,
$75 Per 1000.
JOHN BREITEVER I SONS, THE COIIIGE GMDENS,
Miami and Gratiot Aves., DETROIT, MICH. QUEENS, L. 1.
WHEN WRmHO MEWnOH TKCjtOWIBT8LtXeHANgj
GflBPTIOKS^PIGOTEES.
The Finest Collection in Existence.
L.CHINARB,sT.'^aE, Lyons, France,
wbo has made a specialty of tbese two articles
for many years past, and obtained numerous
prize medals, offers seed saved from over 800
superb varieties, at $15.00 per 100 packets.
Special terms for large quantities. Remit
Draft on Paris or Lyons with orders.
CARNATIONS
All the leading new varieties; good
clean, well rooted stock.
100 1000
Mrs. Cbas. H. Dakme, delicate
pink $10 $75
Mrs. Geo M, Bradt, white,
striped scarlet 10 75
C. k. Dana, shell pink 10 75
Flora Hill, white 12 100
Mrs. McBumey, salmon pink. . . 13 100
Mayor Pingree, yellow 10 75
Morello, scarlet 10 75
Mand Dean, blush 10 75
Lily i^ean, white, striped pink.. 10 75
Harrison's White, white 10 70
If not already received send for our price
list, which contains all the leading standard
varieties at moderate prices.
F. DORNER S SONS CO., La Fayette, Ind.
tain. The
BlUlllDes.
100. »5 00.
BB. The .
JOO.
Cdrnatlon,
. PrlnceBS May, The Church-
d Pyuaert. Pride ot Great
jach.$4.00. Price In England
Monthl:
UttlDfS
Cartu
CASH WITH ORDER, PLEASE.
ALBERT KNAPPER, Frankford, Phila.
ROOTED CUTTINGS.
CARNATIONS.
Mrs. Chas. Duhme (Dorner '92).
Mrs. Geo. M. Bradt (Dorner '93).
$1.50 per doz. ; $10 per 100; $75 per 1000.
Lily Dean (May), Maud Dean (May).
$3.00 per doz. ; $10 per 100; $75 per 1000.
Per 100 Per 1000
Wm. Scott 1. 00 75°
Lizzie McGowan ....
Daybreak & Storm King
Portia & T. Wave . . .
Mrs. Fisher
Meteor
Eldorado
Alaska & Anna Webb .
Thos. Cartledge ....
EDW. J. TAYLOR,
TBBMs: Wholesale Carnation Grower,
Cash or Reference. SOUTHPORT, CONN.
WHEN WBITINS MCNTION THE FIORISTS' EXCHANGE
I CO
8.00
1.50
12.50
1. 10
I-2S
11,00
All sold.
2.00
1..S0
12.50
1-50
12.50
CARNATION AND COLEDS CDTTINGS.
King, Peach Blow, Helen
Lizzie Gilbert. Meteor an
0elia Fox. Eldorado and
Geraniums. 2 In. poi
; Scott. Portia and Mc-
iBka. Rose Queen, Storm
Keller, Minnie Cook, lafo.
id Daybreak $2.00 per 100.
Bouton d'Or, $3.00 per 100,
t, $2.00 per 100 ; 3 In. poti.
Verschaffeltli and Golden
pEBR'S CePHTlONS.
YOU RUN NO RISK.
If the Cuttings are not satisfactory, you re-
turn them at my expense. Unlimited quanti-
ties at reasonable prices.
Varieties. — McGowan, Alaska, Ivory,
Harrison's wnite.Soott, Daybreak, Abundance,
Triumph, Bridesmaid, Delia Fox. Victor, Emma
Wocher Portia, Fred Dorner, Cartledge, Wave,
lago. Crimson Sport, Buttercup, Eldorado,
Keller and Armazindy.
Pansies. Smilax. Violets.
ALBERT M.HERR, LB. 496, Lancaster, Pa.
Every Tom, DlGl[ am Haini
competition if you do
for instance.
YEllflW aofl"^^
VmieflTED VBBIEnEii.
They are Money Makers.
Minnie Cook, \ Hooted Cuttings.
Eldorado, ( $2.00 per lOU; $16.00 per 1000.
Kitty Clover, ( From Soil,
Eulalie. ) 83,00 per 100; $26.00 per 1000.
Princess Bonnie, rooted cuttings $5.00per
100; $40.00 per 1000. From soil, $6.00 per 100:
$50,00 per 1000.
GRALLERT & CO.
COLMA, SAN MATEO CO., CAL.
April 3. 1897-
The F^lorists* Exchange.
347
NEW
CARNATION
JUBILEe
IX IS A WINNER! VOU WILI, GET EEFX WIXHOIIX IX.
Strong, Healthy
Jnbllee
Mrs. Geo. M. Bradt..
Mrs. C. H. Dulime..
Morello
Mayor Plugree
Per IOC Per lOCO
Elilorado
Meteor
Bridesmaid.
Albertiiii ...
I,ii/;le McGo
Alaska
Portia
W. Scott
Peachblow.
Tidal Wave.
Terms, Cash with Order. Send for Wholesale List. Address
H. W. BUCKBEE, ^.in. pots, »!.;
b'll and Lo " "" '
Porlii
COLEt]!«-Goldi-n Bedrie
»100 per 100 40 leadtDgvai
A'bVs'sUin-iSnnt Donl
ner 100. by mail.
ndVe
,add lOcts. per
CHAS.W. REIMERS
329 4th Ave., Louisville, Ky.
carnations'
WM. SCOTT, $3.00 per 100; $14.00 per 1000.
PUKITAN, $3.00 per 100 ; $13.00 per 1000.
LIZZIE McGOWAN, $3.00 per 100; $14 00
per 1000
at 100 Rate. 500 at 1000 Rate.
Harrison's
m White.
COME AND SEE IT.
JOHN HARRISON,
JERSEY CITY, N. J.
April 3, 1897.
The F^i-orists' Exchange.
349
GHAS. U. RIGKSEGKEe, Linville, Mitchell Co.. N. C.
KM iMTESiiiUi! imm
SMILAX PLANTS
Strontr, bright, healthy, large enough to nil
m inch pots but grown in Bats, finch plant
carefully wrapped with ball of earth for ship-
ment, $120 per 100: $10,110 per IfOO. Plantsfrora
seed bed are halt above prices. Cash wjth
order please. Samples by mail, 10 cts.
Violets for Easter, Write us for terms
and pric s.
R. KILBOURNE, - Clinton, N. Y.
10.
Sg.OO per 100 buds and blooms in pots.
S8.00 per 100, cut.
It is well tor those who order, to order be-
fore they are thoroughly opened, as they will
Cash With Order.
WM. A. BOCK,
NORTH CAMBRIDGE, MASS.
FICUS ELASTICA. Fine plants.
ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS.
PELARGONIUMS. Named varieties.
thy plants. Che
ILTY OF GUOWING
A. W. Smith's Hybrid Moonflowers
live different shaped blooms, and blooms from
five to seven inches in diameter. The flowers
are pure white.
Plants for stock now ready to sell from 2!^
mch pots, at $1.00 per doz.; $7.00 per 100. No
less than 50 plants at 100 rates. Orders for May
will be booked now.
Fine Geraniums, 4 in. pots, all colors, mixed
$6 per 100. We also carry on an immense stock
of Easter Plants, in 6 in. pots, which we sell
cheap for cash: prices on application.
Hyacinths already budded (separate colors or
mixed), from $6 to $7 per 100 full bloom or buds.
CASH WITH ORDER.
GODFREY ASCHMANN,
1013 Ontario St., Rising Sun, Philadelphia, Pa.
WHEN WRITINa MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
Nephrolepis Exaltata Bostoniensis.
THE BOSTOIV DROOPIKG KERN.
Mine is the GenuineStock. Now ready or
plants for $10.00, $80.00, $80.00, $100.00, $150.00
and $2.5.00 per 100. 60 at 100 and 250 at lOdO
New England.— Write for prices or call and t
L. H. FOSTER,
orders bonked for June to August delivery. Strong
ind $250.00 per lOCO; $5110, $7.00, $10.00, $15.00, $20.00
■ate.— I am the largest grower of Bedding Plants in
45 King St., Dorchester, Mass.
I WENTiow THE rmwisra' exch«hce
DECORATIVE STOCK *'**^' °'*
"^"^f-
LEUCOIHOE SPRAYS
EASTER
// Can be had of all Wholesale Florists who are supplied
by us, or write or wire us direct.
5.000 GALAX LEAVES ^ShS
Bronze or Assorted),
small, for $3.60. 10,000 or
per 1000.
LEUCOIHOE SPRAYS
$1.00 Per 100; $7.00 Per 1000.
Case Containing 5,000 Assorted Galax and 300 Leucotlioe
Sprays, for $6.00 Cash. By Mail, 600 Asstd. Galax for $1.00.
SURE AND WRITE OR
ONCE TO THE INTRODUCERS,
Hemlock Boping
Laural (in sacks)
Laural Hoping
Green Moss
Sphagnum Moss
Cycas Leaves (prepared
Cycas Leaves (tresh)
Cycas and
HAND. I
Holly and Mistletoe '
Saw Palmetto Leaves
Saw Palmetto Crowns
Long Needle Pines
Cabbage Palmetto Leaves
Cabbage Palmetto Crowns
Alabama Smilax
Galax Leaves 1
Ivy Leaves Florida Moss |
of I«atural Palms. Immense stock on
te lisc of Latanla, Areca, Rbapis,
ceiilx Leaves, and Plants. Lowest 1
Highlands Nursery,
KAWANA, N C.
Telegraph Address, Kelsey, Cranberry, N. C. Money
Orders on Asheville, N. C. Express Orders Preferable.
S. J. LIMPRECHT, 141 W. 30th St.,
Agt.forCarter'sAla. Smilax and Victor Schmelz' Cut Palms. NEW YORK.
ORDER NOW AND BE IN TIME.
WM. J. BAKER.
WHOLESALE FLORIST
A GOOD
ASSORTMENT OF
LWAYS
N HAND.
Roses, Violets, Valley and Smilax °'
A TRIAL ORDER WILL CONVINCE YOU. SPECIAL ATTENTION GIVEN TO SHIPPING ORDERS.
1432 South Fenn Square, = = = - PHILADELPHIA, Pa.
wHCHwnrriNa MtnTioN thi nonieT'S cxchance
350
Thb Plorists* Exchange.
Easter Specialties,
HYBRID ROSES Wholesale Florist
INCLUDING SUCH AS
Ulrich Brunner, Mme. Gabriel Luizet,
Mrs. John Laing,
Magna Charta, Paul Neyron,
and General Jacqueminot
BY THE THOUSAND WITH A LARGE STOCK OF ALL THE OTHER ROSES.
Thousands of Lilium Harrisii.
The largest stock of Carnations in the Trade.
Smilax and Violets also in large quantities.
n. A. HART,
Wholesale and Commission Florist,
1 13 W. 30th ST., NEW YORK.
WHCN.WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS* EXCHANGE ,
H. A. HOFFMANN
54 West Twenty=eighth 5t.
NEW YORK CITY.
- Telephone 1847 18th Street.
gpECIALTlES....
American Beauties, Adiantums
m
m
Smilax, Carnations
White and Blue Violets .
CONSIGNHENTS SOLICITED^
Eiister Suppliej
We handle the highest grade stock
shipped to this city, including
BRIDESMAID, BRIDE, JACQ.,
BEAUTY, and other Roses,
LILIUM HARRISII
and:LILIUM LONGIFLORUM,
MIGNONETTE, VIOLETS,
SWEET PEAS, CARNATIONS.
Special 'quotations on large quantities of
Valley, Hyacinths, Tulips and Daffodils.
TRAENDLY k SCHENCK
Wholesale Florists,
W. 28th STREET, NEW YORK
NEW ENGLAND
HEADQUARTERS
FOR CHOICE EASTER FLOWERS
N.F. McCarthy & Co.
i" •f" ^1* ir
We offer for Easter trade a carefully selected lot of
I.ONGIFL,ORUM LILIES cut or :n pots.
Also a particularly choice line of ROSES, including
Brides, Bridesmaids, meteors, Perles, Jacks,
and other hybrids.
Our BULB STOCK will be particularly fine.
CARNATIONS will be scarce.
We have a varied assortment of PAL.9IS which we
offer at lowest jobbers prices.
^it^CALL AND EXAMINE. ^*^
Aprils, i897. The Plorists' Exchange. 351
I A Few Easter Specialties. |
pg 200,000 FINE VIOLETS. ^
^^ Longiflorum and Harrisii Lilies, ^^
^ Thousands of Valleys, ^f^
^ Tulips, Daffodils, Romans, etc. ^
S!^ Grown by A. SCHULTHEIS, College Point, L. I. ^^
S^ Roses of all kinds. # BEAUTIES a Specialty. ^
^ Carnations in Variety. ^
E. C. HORAN, - 34 West 29th Street. M
EASTER FLOWERS
BEST QUALITY IN
Roses, Violets,
Carnations, Mignonette.
EVERYTHING IN SEASON. PRICE LIST ON APPLICATION.
9
39 West 28th Street, New York.
352
The Pl-Orists* Exchhngb.
1 J.
K. ALLEN, 1
1 ■ Who,
sal. Commission De.lor in |
CUT
F L O ^W E R S, 1
67 W
28th St., New York. 1
°'^"' \i-^iiXi^s^l'^°^^itr'"'"'' III
ROSES A
ND VIOLETS SPECIALTIES. ||
FITZGERALD & HAMMOKD,
(Late with Theo. Roehrs),
Wholesale Commission Dealers in
Cut Flowers,
115 West 30th Street,
Consignments Solicited. NEW YORK.
FORD BROS.
WHOLESALE FLORISTS,
111 West 30th Street,
NEW YORK.
OoisigDiiieBts Solicited. Telephone 260 33th St.
WM. H. CUNTHER,
Wholesale Florist
VIOLETS AND CARNATIONS A SPECIALTY.
Consignments Solicited.
30 West 29th St., New York.
Telephone. 2300-38tli street.
118 W. 80th St., New York.
Telephone Call, 1807 38th St.
! AU kinds oX Bosee, Violets and Camationi
I a specialty.
ORDERS PROMPTLY ATTENDED TO.
H. A. HOFFMANN.
Wholesale Florist
54 W. 28th St., NEW YORK.
Telephone Call, 1847 18th
American Beauties, Carnations, White Violets,
Specialties. CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED.
EDWARD C. HORAN,
WHOLESALE • FLORIST,
Ho. 34 W. 29th St., New York.
JULiUS LANG,
Wholesale Florist
^ 53 WEST 30tli ST.
Consignments Solicited. NEW YORK.
FRANK niLLANQ,
Wholesale Commission Dealer
....in Cut Flowers....
EASTER! APaiL 18'^ EASTER!
CUT FLOWERS, SMILAX, and FERNS, HARRISII, CALLAS,
TULIPS, HYACINTHS, ROSES, CARNATIONS, VALLEY,
DAFFODILS, ETC.
We are ready to quote prices on all Cut Flowers All orders promptly attended to. Write us,
W. E. I.YNCH, 19-21 Randolpb St., Cliicago, 111.
WHCH wamHO mehtiom i
BASSEXX <& ^WTASMBURN,
Growers and Wholesale Dealers in CUT FLOWERS.
We grow the finest of American Beauties and other Roses. Also choice
selected Valley all the year round. Carnations, Smilax, Adiantum, etc.,
fresh cut. Long: Distance Xeleplione, Main 223.
88, 90, 92 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO, III.
florists:lexch
NlUSB AHB TABISTIEP.
Nbw Tobk Boston philaddlphu Obioaoo St . Lo hi ;
Apr. 2, 1897. Mar. 31, 1897 Apr. 1, 18«7 Mar. 31. 189 7 Mar. 31.1897,
. Beaaty, fancy and special
Bride 0
Brideamald . . .
Jacqueminot.,
Magna Oharta ,
Mme. Teetout —
Meteor .. . ,
Mrs. P. Morgan . .
Nlphetofi, Uoste.
PapiGontier
Souv. de Wootton.,
Clrlch Brunner...
Wattevllle ,
L oolors, inferior grade
2 Vabikties ) Bed , .
Yel. & Varie
K {-me hlKhest ' £^>"/
4 gradesof stand- } Red
O ardvarletieB.) ( Yel.i
I. NOVBLTIEB
Cattletas
LIUB8, Longlflorum . . . .
Lilt or the Vai,lkt
MlGNONBTTB
Naecisbus, Von Sion . .
Golden Spu
Roman Hyaointhb
.00 to 2.50
- to ....
.00 to 3.00
.00 to 5 00
.60 to 2.00
: Prices of Fancy and Special Stocfa
Prices are for quantltiee of one hundred unless otherwise noted,
quoted above are g-iven only after very careful inquiry, and while
' accuracy, they i
1 be found practically <
I the date mentioned.
Wholesale Growers of Cut Flowers. .
500,000 Feet of Glass. . .
We can fill all orders on short notice with all leading varieties of ROSES and
CAKNATIONS. We are headquarters for fine AMERICAN BEAUTIES.
Give us a trial and convince yourself.
SALESROOM 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO, III.
A. L. RANDALL,
^WHOLESALE FLORIST.
Don't Forget! We are the people to order from
and never be disappointed on
quality of goods.
mmi im m ciiNiTioiis.
1*6 Dearborn Street, Chicago, 111.
THE NEW YORK CUT FLOWER GO.
t (9-r21 West 23d Street,
112-114 West 24th Street,
Tslephoie 733, 18th a, NEW YORK.
PURDY & BLAUVELT,
Commission Dealers in
CUT FLOWERS
MAISEHEAIS FESH FSSHIS A 3F£:ULT7.
57 WEST 30th STREET,
Bel. Broadway & 6th Ave. NEW YORK.
A. & F. ROLKER,
CUT FLOWERS
53 West 28tli St.
Telephone 2379 38th St. NEW YORK.
iA£. F=. SHERIDKN
Wholesale CommlKlon Dealer in
CUT FLOWERS
39 West SSth Sc, New York.
Telephone, 214-38th St.
PRICE LIST SENT ON APPLICATION.
FBAMU E. TEAKNDI.T.
CaUlLKS BCHINCI.
TRAENDLY t SGITENCK,
Wholesale Florists,
38 W. 28th St, and CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE,
NEW YORK.
JOHN YOUNG,
Wholesale Florist,
61 WEST 28th ST.,
NEW YORK.
WM. J. BAKER,
Wholesale Florist
1432 So. Penn Square,
Philadelphia, Pa.
DUMONT & CO.,
WHOLESALE FLORISTS I
CARNATIONS A SPECI
No. 1.30.-, Filbert St., Philadelphia.
EDWARD REID,
Wholesale Florist
:H.\EST VAI1IET1E8:
Roses, Carnations, Violets.
No. 40 South Sixteenth Street,
Piilladeiphia.
ROSES, CARNATIONS,
AND VIOLETS . . .
WM. F. HASTING wholesale
495 Washington Street, Crmmlssion
BUFFALO. N. Y. PK"-'''-
I MCMTIONTHCnOlrtlVratXCHANGt
April 3. 1897-
Th E F^LORISTS*
jXCHMNGI
353
Wholesale Florists
_M'^ I SUP
Y V FLORISTS' VA
' S4 HAWLEY STREET, • BOSTON.
JOBBERS IN
FLORIST'S
SUPPLIES.
VASES.
TOBACCO STEMS :°
75 Cts. per lOO lbs.
Bales weigh about 450 lbs.
BEST iKD STROVGKST BUST BE FRESH,
Fine BRIDE, BRIDESMAID
and PERLE on short notice.
GEORGE MULLEN,
Wholesale and Commission Dealer in
GEORGE MULLEN 18 Chapman Place, Boston.
THE NATIOHAL PLANT GO. Dayton, Ohio. %
trHENWRiTlNGMEtVTlON THE FLORIST'S EXCHANGE
iCUTSMILAXi
n FOR EASTER. I
U Fine 2i« yard strings. Vi\c. Cash with order.C
i GEORGE L. MILLER, Newark, Ohio. |
■W. ELLISON,
Wholesale Cut Flowers,
Florist Supplies. WIrs Designs.
2744 rranWin Ave., ST. LOUIS, MO.
GEO. A. SUTHERLAND,
. . . EI.OWERS ON H.<17(D Dl'RIKJG SUMMER MONTHS . . .
ALFRED H. LANGJAHR,
CUT FLOWERS at WHOLESALE
19 BOERUM PLACE,
BROOKLYN, N. Y.
CDT FLOWERS aadFLOmnUPPLIES I
WHOLESALE.
67 Bromfield St., Boston. Mass.
ANNOUNCEMENT
JAMES M. KING
10 years with E. C. Horan takes this opportunity of stating
that he is now doing a Wholesale Commission business on his
own account at
49 West 29th Street, NEW YORK.
Growers are requested to give him a call. Consignments
solicited.
CHAS. W. McKELLAR,
Wtolesale^ConiBioii^Flonst.
CHAS.G.FLECKENSTEIN,
Wholesale Flowers,
1323 Pine street.
...ST. LOUIS, MO.
C. A. KUEHN,
Succ.Koi to ELLISON & KUEHN,
WHOLESALE FLORIST,
1122 Pine St., St. Louis, Mo.
A COMPLETE LIKE OF WIBE SESIONS.
C. W. WORS,
Wholesale Florist,
313 N. LEFPIN6WELL AVENUE.
STv LOUIS, MO.
PINE HOSES— Snipped carefully to all
parts of tlie country.
Will
epared to take best
Dealer in Florists' Supplies, Wire Work, Etc.
CoiisiKumcnls Solicited.
59 WABASH AVETSl'E,
Main 1129. CHICAGO.
ED. P. WINTERSON, Mandgcr.
FOR EASTER
175,000 VIOLETS
S0,000 CARHATIOHS
FORD BROTHERS,
1 1 1 West 30th Street,
NEW YORK.
Headquarters for
—CARNATIONS
in any quantity
and variety.
5AnuEL 5. Pennock,
^ We will have a fine lot of Easter Flowers. ,^
^ Harrisi" ' 'I'^s will be a specialty ^
Also a full line of
ROSES and
BULBOUS STOCK
Constantly on hand.
WHOLESALE FLORIST
SPECIAL ATTENTION GIVEN TO OUT-OF-TOWN ORDERS. ORDERS TAKEN
FOR EASTER PLANTS, INCLUDING L, HARRISII, AZALEAS AND HYDRANGEAS.
1612-14 Barker St. ^ietween narket aj^^^^^^ Streets, Philadelphia, Pa,
354
Xhe F^LORISTS' Exghknge.
Berlin Lily of the Valley Pips
IN CASES OF 2,500, FROM COLD STORAGE.
AFFLV TO C. C. ABKL & CO.,
p. O. BOX eSO, NEW YORK
MENTION THE F
lax for «7.00l
BEGONIAS, TUBEROSES and GLADIOLI.
Iluve to offer an Extra Choice lot of Tiiberons Rooted Begouias. Sin!!le,large8ize, Id 4
Kpuateoolon-white, pink, yellow anil scarlet-at the foUowinc prices:— 100 tor £2.00: dOO
""^ iIxCeLsIoR pearl tuberose bulbs— Large
lor «*.0U. Second size at 60 cents per UK) ; Sm for «L6(I ; 1.WKJ tor $9
$1.00 per 100; tW) {of <
market. Large size, 81.00 for 100; Ml for
, „„„ „„,„ „ ,60 cents per 100; 600 for 82.00 ; 1,000 for8S.OO.
are t^e best on tbe market, and I snarantee Batisfaetion °-— -
■lit by eipress or freight. If larger qnantitles are wanted, ask for sp
orders win be filled promptly as long as It reroainsansold. Addresi
. MII,I,S, Seedsman. Box 200, Rose Uill, we-w vorli
Grand Rapids, Mich,
The Florists' Club held Its meeting
March 16, Vice-President Cunningham in
the chair. Mr. Sohloss was unavoldabij
absent, and his paper on "Spring Bulbs,''
was not presented. At the meeting on
April 6, "Easter Flowers" will be the
topic. Henry Smith, Crabb & Hunter and
William Cunningham contributed collec-
tions of Spring flowers.
Secretary N. B. Stover presented, on
behalf of a committee appointed for the
purpose, a list of special premiums to be
solicited for third annual chrysanthemum
and flower show to be given in the coming
Autumn.
A discussion was held regarding the
best manner in which to secure such suc-
cess that the florists shall not be left with
money out of pocket. Some were strongly
opposed to taking the Children's Home
Society in to partnership again, but to make
It purely a flower show, eliminating the
bazaar features. It was advocated that it
would be advantageous to rent space to ex-
hibitors of special goods, and to bargain
with some society that might be glad to pay
a percentage for serving luncheons during
the show. Upon motion, a committee in-
cluding, J. A. Creelmaa and Wencel Cukl-
erski, was appointed to confer with busi-
ness men on the master of hiring space for
exhibits, and report at the nest meeting.
Some hot words passed 00 the subject of
giving free private flower shows just previ-
ous to the public show. The talK was that
the only way to compete with the private
exhibition would be to make the next
chrysanthemum show free, depending
upon sales and premiums for the profits.
HEADQUARTERS FOR
GallasaqflFreesiaBulliii
PAMPAS PLUMES,
Palm, California Tree and Flower Seeds.
book your orders ,for
BULBS at once
ASK FOR SPECIAL PRIl'ES.
GERMIIN FRUIT CO. Los lnEeles,CaL
HEWfilflllTFflllGYGOSPS
THE FINEST U THE WO LD.
Six Splendid N.w Varieties, M per oz.. sepa-
rate, nii.ted,«1.5U peroz; HO per ib.
New Earlv. splendid ml.ied. t\ oO ner oz.
Calliopaia lanceolala Krandillora, "Cali-
fornia Sunbdams." grana new mixture, (1 50
(;yperuN alterniro'ius, $1 per oz.
AlHophila Australia (Tree Kern), fresh seed,
50c. per }^ oz
Can iia nluie. Crozr, H 25 per lb.; splendid mixed.
(1 per lb.; good Vonlura mixture. »3.
Begonia Rex, splendid m xed.OOc. perlOOO seeds ;
tb per lO.OOO seeds.
BeKOulasemperflorenH, hyb. id. splendid mixed.
Fern
Uern ^ ^ ^^^ ^^^
er 106 seeds, $5 par 1000 seed
pleiidid mixed. ¥2.50 per oz.; good mix(
•iiumCJaillar.lta ■JnmesKelwRy.'tl
Ipoinoeu • Honvenly Blue." »1 per . z ; *I2
fhormiuin Tenax (New Zealand Flax),
15c per 100 seeds; 75c. per 1000 seed "
foli» " " " "
Mi-al
Sea for
legated
per 1000 seeds.
A
I CALADIUni ESCULENTUm.
few thousand fine mixed GLADIOLI Clean, sound bulbs, 6 to 8 In.. »2,00 per 100; 8 to 10
BULBS left yet,atS5 per 1000. Sample I ^■■:*3^P«5 ^^i 'S,'° clnmts'VtoelJerB »f50pe?
free. CAL. PRIVET, IK. 10 2 ft. $1 per 100 f&'''^^t^^%iZ°o^^''Si\^?ii\°zlnww^^
„ , „,,,„,,,,„ r» n Dwarf Box, $7 60 per 1000. well rooted. Magnolia
S. J. GALLOWAY, Eaton, 0. GrandlBnra, Hardy Camellias, and all nat ve bog
plants. Jas. M. Lamb. Sunnyside, Fayetteville. N. C
TUBEROUS BECONIAS
Culbs are of medium size, large flowering strain
Single, separate colors
Double, " "
Double, mi.Yed colors
.per 100 $3 00 per
, $25 00
70 00
65 00
J. L. SCHILLER, Rutherford, N. J.
. WHEN WRITING.
GLADIOLI
DEALERS AND FLORISTS.
Not cheap stuff to be gotten rid of at any price, but
HIGH GRADK,
at reasonable rates. Price List on application. State
quantity desired.
CUSHMAN GLADIOLUS CO,
EUCLID, O.
Mention this Paper.
HEADQUARTERS
For California Grown
Reesia Hefiacta OlUa,
GALLA ETHIOPIGA,
LITTLE GEM CALLA.
Delivery CommenceB July.
IILIOM imiGlfLOIIUM [HIMIUM YERUM
The BEST sort of LongiQorum for forcing. (Delivery from August.)
Send for our NEW Price List of above and other Summer Bulbs, Palm Seeds, etc
JAPAN
CROWN
Ziullia. Curled and Crested, splendid mixed, '5o.
peroz; »6pTlb.
Srnllnx Seeaii-ie. 60c. per 100; »1 50 per ICOO.
Stron,;. »1 per 100; »10 perlOOO prep Id.
Send tor Trade Lists of Plants. Bulbs, Seeds and
Cacti .
MRS. THE0D051A B. SHEPHERD,
VBNTURA-BY-THE-8BA., CAL.
WHEN WnmNG MENTION THE Ft.ORIST'8 EXCHANGr
SPECIAL NOTICE!
To introduce to the TRADE the great and desirable Novelty,
Lyqodium Japonicum
(ClimbiDg Fern), equal, if not superior in all its uses to Smilax, having the
advantage of being something NEW, we will deliver during the month of
APRIL only, strong plants, each for 20 cts.; 10 for $3.00 ; 50 for $7.50.
Mail or Express paid. The vines of this fern attain length of 8-10 ft.
all Communications
H, H. BERGER & CO,, San Francisco, Cal.
IIOSA WICHURAIANA (Memorial Rose),
ctra hardy Japanese runoi^ng rose^ * - ''
plants, well r ' " -■ -
50c. per 100; »3 6
00; JO.C
CIN-
NAMON VINE, land 2 sears, JIO.OO per 1000
HlltI«ClI!!>, Crimson Eye, hardy herbaceous
" ■ 'lorder. Listfree
E. Y. TEAS, .npuSms Irvington, Ind.
POND LILY ROOTS
-ge. wliite-flowering, floe, large, strong
I. $1.50 per doz.; $3.00 per 50; $5.00 per 100.
Address, c. L. HACAR,
Now Is The Time To Place Your Order
....For Early Fall Delivery of.,..
Caladium Esc. -tuberose Bulbs
WITH
JNO. F. CROOM & BRO.,
Vholesale Caladium and Tuberose Growers,
MAGNOLIA, N. C.
tVf ARE HEADQUARTERS OH t
BULBS FOR FORCING, ;
FLOWER SEEDS FOR FLORISTS,!
: ENGLISH MUSHROOM SPAWN.|
BPEOIAI. PBI0B3 ON APPLICATION. J
JOHN GARDINER & CO., Seedsmen, ♦
Box 1306, Philadelphia, Pa. J
NOW IS THE TIME TO ORDER
FRBSH SXOCK,
JUST ARKIVED.
Amaryllis Johnsonii,
Extra large bulbs.
Lilium Auratum,
9x11 only.
Send me your list of such stock you
will need the coming season, and I will
quote you my bottom prices for first-
class goods.
F. W. O. SCHMITZ,
Some of
Our Import Prices.
Miniature ByaoiutI
Beddins 'Hyaiin'thB,'
Cheap Named Hyacl
Al. Uyacinths, in 10 !
Scarlet Due va
Waterloo
Chrysolora
Kelzerskroon
LaRelne
Proserpine
Rose Grls de Li
Yellow Prince.
Murillo
TULIPS.
an Thol
Spirfiea Compacta..
IIOLS[BOSCIIBII0III[RS,
ENGLEWOOD, N. J.
Apri. 3" i8g7.
The F=lorists' Exchange.
355
Asparagus Sprengeri.
Lintry for i
DammaBn A Co., the originators and dissemi- C
As the Sole Agents
nators of this most valuable florists' plant,
are enabled to offer large fleki-grown i>lauts at the
following low prices, for delivery April and Jlay.
To give an idea of the stock we are offer-
ing we will mail a sample plant of the two
year old stock upon receipt of 15 cents in
stamps.
Magnificent plants from the open
ground. "We particularly recom-
mend the 2, 3 to 4 year old plants.
Per 100
1 Year Old, Strong Plants, $5.00
2 " " " lO.CD
3 " " " 15.00
4 " " " 25.00
Special price for larger quantities.
Asparagus Sprengeri Seed, $1 per 100; $7.50 per tOOO.
Cocos Weddeliana
Fresh seed .lust arrived, S5 50 per 1000
Box containing 6000 seeds, $30
Lily of the Valle.v.
Choice selected fnrcinir nips, t7.50 pei
1000, or box of 2500 pips, $17.
Tuberose Bulbs.
CANNA
ITALIA.
"DWARF PEARL." As fine a e
ever seen. Hard packed. 900
$6 per bbl., or 5 bbls. for $2.5.
Caladium Esculentuni
"ELEPHANT'S EARS." Bulbs 4 to 6 ineh»8 in
ence, clean and sound, |8.60 per bbl.; $1.50 per 100
Asparagus Plumosus Nanus Seed.
$10 per lOUO seeds; $1.26 per 100. Guaranteed true. '^
Sweet Peas.
EMILY HENDERSON. 25c. per lb.; 5 lbs. tor $1 00. ECKFORDS MIXED, 18o. per lb.
Scrapie's Aster, white, plnls or mixed, true and good, $1 per oz.
GREAT SENSATION NOVELTY -ORCHID FLOWERING
Cannas-AUSTRIA -" ITALIA
Every prnotlral grower or dealer knows that large Cauna Roots with two.ind more growths are much
Ijle than potted or started pyes a tew weeks old in plant form. No-\v is your time to
■ stock of Austria anfl Italia Caunas. If you buy now and propagate you have
asiiu, and your only cliance to make money on these two grandest
1 New Cannas yet introduced. The i
mail large sample bulb of f
Large, sound field-grown
AUSTRIA, $3.50 per doz.; $25 per 100.
yes, special prices for larger quantities.
ITALIA, $6 per doz.; $40 per 100.
Clucas & Boddington Co.
ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI.
Importers, Exporters and Growers'
Agents of Plants, Seeds and Bulbs.
501 and 503 W. 13th ST., NEW YORK CITY.
TELEPONE CALL, 403-'
WHEW WWITIHO MEWnOH THE fU>RISTS' EXCHAHOE
ROOTED Cuttings.
Variegated S
Chrysanthen
m. Gem
est standard variet. 1 6C
CASH WITH OHDER, PLEASE.
THEO. FUHR, Box 612, Alliance, Ohio.
SURPLUS STOCK
) gold «
•mODreet
2(100 I 'enta
3500 Pyret
SOONastu
600 German Ivy. 2Jii In
SOODotible P ■
510 Fuchalaa.
lunted. 100 1000
Ble I^aree Rlowerine PetuniaM 60 ».i 00
Gymn^ -
in, Golden Feather..
rue. fine plants
!, dbi. yelli.w, SW In
. 2 00
MX) Double Peti
.510 Fuchsias. dbi.aua-iuBie. o m. ,.u.« . u«
eOO Oerantumi, dbl. while. La Favorite, 3
250 DaiBre°s,'Mar«ucVlte.' white,' iiiiiiie,' 2>i ^ ^
600 Feverfew! dbV white, 'zMlii.' pots'. '.'.'. .'.'.'. 2 60
CHRVS*NTHEMIIinS- Marlon Hendersoii
Major B'lnnaffon, Pres. Wm. It. Smith. W. t
l>lncolD. John White. 2K In. pots. 12.50 per 100.
IlARn Y DORMA NT HO.SES. all Braflert loi
and BriT. 2year ex--- — -' — *" *'"" -"
am., or »I5 00 per 111
ROOTED GOLEUS CUTTINGS
No mealy bugs. Salvator, Bohemian, Mosaic,
Elero, Blackbird. Garflpld. Tbos. Meehan. Speciosa,
Beauty. MidniBht, Chloaco Bedder, Charm, Sport,
ftrecrest. Hiawatha. Glorlosa. Royal Mantle Shy-
lock, Firebrand Rob Roy, Othello, Chan
Buist, Harry Harold Vellow Boy. Whli
ProKress, Charles Dickens, Pink Gem, Proiiresslon,
Electrlo LiBhf. The Belle. Speculata. Mara. Teddo,
Peon Royal. Maroon Velvei, Attraction. Corsair.
Spotted Gem. Fantasle, Miss Bliss. Amoretla. D..ra
Clapp. A»a Gray, Varibilis. Ptitzpatnck. Bronie
Queen. Exquisite. Beckwlth Gpm. and 26 ntlier
^...:..., — ^n ..... ^n^ inn K,. mul). &i (¥1 n.ir 1000 h V
FARQVHAR VIOI,ETS.
A few hundred rooted runners. $2 00 per 100 by mail,
IVIU. H. SEARCH, Aifondale. Chester Co., Pa.
per 100 per 1000
GERANIUIHS, choice named, $ 1 .50 $ 1 2.50
COLEUS, 30 varieties, - .60 5.00
HELIOTROPE, 3 " - - 1.00 8.00
AGERATUM,Dwarf,whiteniKlhlue75 6.00
CHRYSANTHEMUMS, 20 finest
standard varieties, - - 1.'=0 12.60
TERMS : Cash with order.
CHAS. E. SMITH,
Cor. Jefferson and .lackson Aves., YORK, PA
OMEN WUrriNOMEWTlOW THE rCORISTS; EXCHANGE
THE
BURBANK CANNA.
THE GRAND NEW ORCHID FLDWERED GIANT YELLOW "^-:::^ZM::;:^.^
reLZs YAUGHAN'S SEED STORE --0^^
ROOTED CUTTINGS. Good Ones
1 Aly.sum A- Hiinvltia Vlne.20 cts.
avfii or ClEsrPlant 20 cts.
d HnrKuerIt«p 20ct9.
MrileiinPrlmrnsesA Aeerntiini SO cts.
€oI<-«». 18 cts. Ghrysantbemum* SO cts
Roses. 35 cts. per doz. Postage Ic. per doz. CAh
PILLSHIIRY'S HF8T eAHKATION SUPPORT.
i. L. PILLSBURY, Calesburg, ill.
Rooted Cuttings.
CASH PRICES. V*
Caruatioiis. Soott snd McGo
Violets. Campbell. —Stronc. well rooted nu]
750. per 100: »3 00 per 1000. 3 in pots In but
bloom. 12 .')0 per 100.
Chry>anliieniuni8.-New and standard j
ties: my selection. 11.60 per ino
Feverfew.- Dwarl Gem, $1 00 per 100.
Cileoboina Vnrieiinta, tl.OO per 100.
rHnnn».-»3.00i.er 100. ,
Double Alyaoum, 750. par 100; Korget-me
,',0r- ppr lUO.
Hrlion-opr, (lOOperlOO. , ^ , .,,
Aalera. in many finest stralnB during the p
li.E 8eai.on, 60c. per 100: U 00 per 1000
llyilrnnEen Olnkan. fSOO per 100.
E. FRYER, Railroad Ave. and Hill St., Brooklyn,
INTERNATIONAL HORTICULTURAL EXPOSITION,
WHEN WRITING MENTION n
: FLORISTS' EXCHANOt
FROM MAY TILIv OCTOBER.
356
The F=ii-ORiSTS' Exchange.
Boston.
Usrket Items.
Trade is not particularly lively in
this section, and the market offers plenty
of stock in all lines, with the exception of
the better qualities of carnations, which
are not over abundant. Roses aie coming
In in excellent condition, Bride, Bridtt-
maid and Brunuer being especially
noticeable, the latter of such extra quality
that they are affecting to a greater or less
degree the demand for long stemmed
Beauty. Violets are dropping off in quan-
tity and quality, and the warm weather
which we are now getting will doubtless
finish up many houses.
Easter Outlook.
Easter prospects are encouraging
in all directions. The retailers are very
sangaine and the growers hopeful. At
present it looks probable that we shall
have a great 8< arclty of carnations to meet,
and good violets will be good property.
There will probably be lilies enough to go
around, and the prices of last year will be
the rule.
SUpIe Prices.
Present prices are about the same
as have been reported for several weeks
past, and it is a noticeable fact that for
the past three months there has been less
variation in the wholesale prices of
flowers than ever before for a like period
in the Winter months in this city.
The News.
B. M. Wood & Co. are now ship
ping some of the finest specimensof Ulrich
Brunner to this market which have ever
been seen here.
Lawrence Cotter has an attractive
Easter novelty in the shape of large, finely
grown specimens of Crimson Rambler
rose in full bloom.
James T. Carroll, formerly with Joseph
Breck & Sons, but now in the real estate
business in thii city, was married a short
time since to Miss M. E. Divine, of South
Boston.
The semi-annual meeting of the stock-
holders of the Boston Co-operative Flower
Growers' Association, occurs on S.tturday
night at Young's Hotel. It is expected
that important business will come up for
consideration.
Oa the last day of the horticultural ex
hibition, last week, the flower committee
reconsidered the awards on white carna-
tions, and gave tbe flrst prize to Nivea,
which showed up throughout the f xhibi
tion in excellent shape, proving dmcng
its other good points that its keeping qual-
ities are unexcelled.
Sllkaline, a green thread introduced a
few years ago for florists' use by John C.
Meyer & Co., of 87 Summer St., Boston, is
now in very general use by the florists
throughout this section, with wt omit gives
entire satisfaction. It is used in matjy
ways, but is especially recommeLded for
stringing smilax and asparagus, and it is
noticed that these goods when sllkaline is
used, find a readier market, as tbetiresome
work of cutting out the white strings is
done away with. It is also furni.^hed in
fancy colors for tying purposes.
A case of interest to florists was tried in
our courts this week. An employe < f an
established concern left and opened up a
retail store in the same neighborhood,
stating on his cards that he was forn eriy
with the established concern. The latttr
endeavored to place aninjunction and stop
the use of their name on the cards of their
past assistant, bat the judge decided that
a man had a perfect right to advertise
where he had previously worked,
Otis A. RnGGLES. well known to the
trade for the past twenty years, but who
has not been identified with the business
here for the last year, has entered the em-
ploy of J. Newman & Son.
The Massachusetts Horticultural So-
ciety's Winter course of lectures and dis-
cussions was completed last Satutday
with a lecture on the John Lewis Russell
foundation by Dr. Erwin P. S tilth, as-
sistant pathologist, U. S. Department of
Agriculture, his subject being " TheSpread
of Plant Diseases; a Consideration of Some
of the Ways in which Parasitic Orgaui^ms
are Disseminated." The course through-
out the season has been well attenrt>'d and
highly satisfactory in its good rest. Its.
The greenhouse belongiog to Dana Estes,
in Brookline, was damaged by flre to the
extent of ab )ut 1300 on Wednesday aftrr-
noon. The fire caught from smouldering
waste.
W. K. W.
A Unique Esiablishmeni.
William H. Elliott is one of the most
successful growers in the Eastern States,
and so intimately has bis name become
associated with Asparagus plumosus nanus
that either seems out of place alone ; in
fact, they are inseparable. His unique
asparagus establishment at Brighton,
Mass., was described at length in our
Spring Special Edition a year ago, but
since then the increased demand for this
popular decorative green has warranted
the erection of still another glass bouse of
immense proportions, and a carload of
glass is now on the road for the purpose of
carrying out other contemplated i i prove-
i the
Thii
the places thatall visitors to Boston should
write in their memorandum books in large
letters, and then be sure to see. It is
readily accessible by electric or steam road
from Boston, and visito-s, especially those
in the trade, are cordially welcomed, and
they will be repaid by the opportunity of
viewing one of the most interesting horti-
cultural establishments in America.
Syracuse, N. Y.
Mirket News.
Trade has improved somewhat re-
cently, and a good Spring business is con-
fidentlv expected.
For Easter P. R. Quinlan Co. have a
batch of about 6000 Harrisil and longi-
fiorum in superb condition.
Jottings.
Bannister Bros., of the West side,
have bull tan addition to their greenhouses,
with a cosy little office and salesroom.
Henry Morris, tbe Elmwood florist,
has rented a store downtown, which is
splendidly located, having two entrances,
on Eist Genesee and East Fayette St.,
respectively. Mr. Morris was recently
elected president of the village of Elm-
wood.
Since my last notes, we have had quite a
cold snap, which acted as a wholesome
check to vegetation. C. Barson.
Whitesboro, N. Y.
John H. Owens, who has been growing
vegetables largely, is working into flowers;
he has some very nice roses. J. S. H.
& Son's New Cam
Another Carnation Support.
We inclose you a photograph of a new
carnation support, which we have had in
use tlie past winter, and which, we think,
works splendidly. It consists of tour No.
16 perpendicular wires, IS inches long and
three or more horizontal wires bent to form
halt circles. One upper halt circle is bent
Support.
College Point. N. Y.
eye
Qd, the
with hooks, so as to hook into the eyes.
The side half circles are passed through
and soldered or twisted into an eye bent
in the perpendicular wires to keep them in
place. When in position, on each side of
the plant, and hooked at the top, they form
three or more circles supported by per-
pendicular wires, holding the plant in an
upright position. This stake can be quick-
ly put up or taken down, and allows for
retieing ot the plant, without tear of
breaking flowers or shoots, and stays in
place without any further support or tie-
ing.
We think this support overcomes objec-
tions to be found in other supports, as it
allows free access to the plant of sunlight
and air, does not interfere with cutting of
flowers or taking of cuttings, and is adapt-
ed to short or tall growing varieties, also
to bench or pot culture. It can be gotten
up cheaply, and we are so well pleased
with it that we have applied for patent on
same. JAMBS HORAN & SON.
Bridgeport, Conn.
Anton Schultheis usually manages to
come out well ahead on whatever he takes
ho'd of, and this season will be no excep-
tion. His three houses of ericas are
grand. Kalmias and metrosideros, rhodo-
dendrons and azaleas are equally good,
and a house of Acacia armata hybrida
(paradoxa, so-called) is a perfect picture.
Three thousand Lillum longlflorum, in
oots, are in floe condition. Lilacs in pots.
My of the valley, and a house of moss
' OSes also claim attention.
Carlton Hill. N. J.
Preparations for Easter are always made
on a large scale by JOLIUS RoEHRS, in his
mammoth establishment here. House
nf ter house of azaleas, hydrangeas, daisies,
bulbous stock, Lillum longiflorum, valley,
moss roses and orchids all claim the atten-
hls year, e
and will I
aa hour, in point of time. Mr. Roehrs has
but few novelties this seafon. He will,
tihongh, head the list with Acacia
trained in pyramid and bush form. Bou
aainvillea Sanderiana Is also well done.
Several houses of hybrid roses will be
ready, and among orchids a batch of Mll-
tonla Roezlli is the most conspicuous.
Providence.
The Market.
Business is worse than dull. All
kinds ot flowers are In supply, but the de-
mand is very light. Bulbous stock, both
in cut flowers and plants, has shown a de-
cided falling off over previous years, and
many of the growers will have a much
smaller stock next season. Funeral orders
have been the principal feature of tbe
business tor several weeks, although an
occasional "opening" has created some
demand for decorative stock.
In Town.
Among the recent visitors In town
were W. Rolker, William Dykes, with Ed.
Jansen, J. E. Killen, of C. H. Joosten,
New York ; Charles H. Walker, represent-
ing D F. Hayes Co., Exeter, N. H; and
Mr. Knlckraan, with Vaughan's Seed
Store, New York.
Death of an Old Florist.
A news despatch recently received
by the daily press of this city from Port-
land, Ore., announces the death of Walter
McNonoHTON, who left his home in this
city on January 6 last. The deceased was
born in Scotland in 1821, but when about
six years of age he removed with his
parents to London, where in later years he
learned the florist's business. He came to
this country about 1843, and a greater por-
tion of the time since was spent In Provi-
dence. For many years he conducted a
greenhouse near Elmwood until about a
year ago, when he gave up business.
Jottings.
James Dat, for several years fore-
man for Walter Hoge, has accepted a
position with Amassa Eiton.
James Wanen, Jr.. has been elected
superintendent of the North End Cemetery.
William Heeney has entered the em-
ploy of Edward J. Johnston, at his green-
houses.
Michael O'Conner, formerly with B.
B. & R Knight Is erecting a greenhouse
on Bsacon avenue.
William Forbes is to read a paper on
mushroom spawn and culture at the April
meeting of the Riverside improvement
society.
Tbe clerks at W. E. Barrett & Co. and
Walter A. Potter & Co., are working nights
filling orders on seeds, tools and supplies.
Clnb Notes.
Carnations and the coming Con-
vention of theSociety of American S'lorists
io August next were the topics that occu-
pied the attention ot the members of the
Florists and Gardt^ners' Club of Rhode
Island at their regular monthly meeting,
last Friday evening. William B. King, of
Apponaug, had an exhibit of carnations.
The secretary read an official report
from William J. Stewart, Secretary of the
Society of American Florists, of the
proceedings ot the executive committee's
session recently held in this city. It was
referred to the local Convention com-
mittee with Instructions to appoint com-
mittees and essayists called for in the
report. It was voted that a dance be held
April 29, at William B. Hazard's dairy
farm, when an elaborate program of
entertainment will he furnished.
Thomas N. Gray, Boston, was elected an
honorary member.
W. Rolker, of New York, made some
interesting remarks. President Macrae
announced that the Messrs. Farquhar, of
Boston, had offered to deliver an illustrat-
ed lecture on the bulb raising districts of
Holland, and they will be invited to give
their lecture before the Club at the next
monthly meeting. This meeting will be
made a ladies' night, and the members
will have the privilege of inviting their
families and friends. A musical enter-
tainment will be arranged, in connection
with the lecture.
The sub committee on athletics reported
that the shooting and bowling teams were
nearly organized, and that the arrange-
ments for the proposed tournaments were
progressing.
In the absence of the essayist of the
evening, Nathan D. Pierce, Jr , of Nor-
wood, the secretary, read an interesting
paper on the "Cultivation of Carnations,"
Bristol. Pa.
Harry Chambers died at his home here
on Tuesday, MHrch 23. He had been suffer-
ing from pneumonia. A widow and three
children survive him.
Geneva. N. Y.
JAMES Sandford Sears, an old-time
nursery man, died here on March 19
.ast. He was 60 years of age.
April 3, 1897.
The KtORTST'S EXCTTAMQE*
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WHEW WRITINO MENTION THt H-ORISTS" OCHANGt
■We pay tlie express If Casta ac-
companies ttae order.
MME. SALLEROI GERANIUMS
From flats, »1.16 per 100, 110.1)0 per lOOO.
Coleus. 50 varieties. 6.5 cts,, per 100; *< 50 per 1000.
Feverfew, I-1ltle Qem. 11.00 per 100. »8 00 per 1000
Allernnnthera, A. Nana. 60 cts. per 100; (3.60
Fucfislaal best varieties. 11.00 per 100. tS.OO per ICOO
CiKar IMant, 11.00 per 100.
Tde above are Rooted CuttiTiKS.
C- A. HARRIS & CO.. Delanson.N.Y.
Pansies! Pansies!
Bugnot, Gassier, Odior, and Trimardeau.
Large stocky plants, transplanted last Novem-
ber in cold frames, ready to bloom, 6qc. per loo;
$4.00 per 1000.
Whitton & Sons, ^' ^'^''^Fiin.t..
City and Green Streets, • UTICA, N. Y.
Pansies Worth Raising . .
We can still furnish good plants, fall sown,
and which may bloom in April, at $4.00 per
1000. f.o.b. express here. Now is the time to
bny if QUICK RETURNS are wanted.
Cask with Order.
G. Soltau i Go. 'Z?.7:' Jersey City, H. J.
WMtWIWmWOMCWtlOlltweWjORlSTgPBaiAHQI
100,000 Pansy Plants ^ITet T^tmik
deau, Vautlers Mammoth, titOO per 1000.
lO.OeO Cannas, Mine. Crozy. Mme. Bouvler.
Paul Marquant. Emile Leclerc, yellow. fi.OO per
100. Queeu Charlotte. 18 00 per 100.
10,000 DahllaH, best binds for cut aowers. all
named. 15.00 per 100.
Cash with every order, or in exchanse for
Rosea, best lilnds. out 2 inch pots, etc.
SHELLROAD GREENHOUSE CO., North Point, P 0. IHd.
PANSIES.
December house-sown seed, now transplanted in
frames. $8,50 per 1000; 50c. per 100. by mail. Plants
Id bloom. $2.00 per 100. My own select strain.
VINCA
Tines. October Beld tips. 2;.i lu. pots, ready tor ZH
and I In., »3.50 per 100; ;A°LP?;.'«^-
JOSEPH RENARD, Unionville, '"ct" Pa.
MORELLO
The New Scarlet.
Kaplda, MIcb.
TO EXCHANGE
Rooted Cuttings
Carnations Lizzie McGflwan and Wm. Scott
nd Clirjsantheniums, Dailledouze. Wana-
lalter and Ivory, for Coleus Verschaffeltii and
'ellow, or Berginann Chrysanthemums.
. &, W, LEACH, Florists, L I. City, N.Y.
From imported
WyPLBHTM
beds, 60c. per
100; $6perlOUO.
20,000 Smilax Plants-n'.^a'^JeTlsJrs'f^
per 1000. Orders booked now. Cash with order.
GEO. MUNICH, Batavia, N. Y.
WHEN WRITIWO MENTION THE FVORiaTS- CXCHANM
In Bloom
The Finest Pansies in the World.
$2,O0 per lOO, or
SI 5.00 per lOOO by express.
ES^Casli with order.
Pansies! Pansies!
^Jir.re'r'lo5rSroifSer"%°oS.^""
Geraniums, rooted cuttings fr
splanted pla
Adiantum Cunentum^, 3)4 In po
??:^S^;^'»"^^"";-'f;;om;,.
Aneratum. dwarf blue and while
i^is.iSotL"Sr
''"M-c"a'o'w"a"n-Po?tYa!''Darb^r'e'.rT
Dracfena IndlvUa. 61n. pots, fl
Ivv Geraiilums. Id 3hi In. pots.
im-
H. H."tI1VIERIV|AN,
25 Mandsvllle Straat.
UTICA. N.Y.
PANSIES
,o,ooo extra larKe^ljlajil^s, full of buds
Jenning's Finest American Strain
By freight or express. $2.00 per 100.
E. B. JENNINGS, Southport, Conn.
Carnation Cuttings
Strong and well rooted, o£ the following var-
ieties : Jubilee, Triumph, Armazindy, Alaska,
Bridesmaid, Dean Hole, Goldfinch, Lizzie
PRIMULAS, 3L4 inch, $2.00 per 100.
Send for list and prices on large lots.
Logan Ave. Greenhouses, - Danville, 111.
LAST CHANCE
of Eldorado. Minnie Cool
B. P. TTTNINeS,
eteor Carnatlone.
Lebanon, Pa.
I THE FLORISTS'
Carnations!
(Rooted cuttings now ready.)
Send for price list.
CUT ROSES and CARNATIONS always In itock.
H. DALE - - Brampton, Ont.
/^ARNATIONS.
Good healthy Stock.
Grown Cool...
Wm. scott tl 00
McGo wan 1 CO
Daybreak 1 26
E, A. Wood 1 25
Portia 1 OO
Uncle John 100
Goldfinch 1 36
Prepaid by express when cash with order.
MME, CBOZY CANNA, $3,50 per lOO.
G. S. BiTTIN, South Charleston, Ohio.
WMCN WRITING MENTION THE FXORIST'8 EXCH»HOr
C>3rnations, tvootcd. $io.ooto$i2.ooperiooo.
Scott, D lybreak, Portia, Fisher, Tidal Wave, Puritan, Alhertini, A. Webl).
3nnr\ Fr-hp»i/.y
^XCXZZ^KO]VI>. X»ri3.
360
The F'LORia'r's ExcHAiscam
THE JKKPHNOS STRAIN Of
Pinest American Grown Panalea
are up to date and sure to please. Fine stocky
plants from cold frames in bud and bloom. All
lar^e lloweringr in great variety of colors.
By express $2.00 per 100 ; $16.00 per 1000.
Seed, $1.00a pacljage.
Cash with order.
E. B. JENNINGS.'-IU" Southport, Conn.
•ROWER OF THK FINEST PANSII*.
Per 100
Geraniums, fine 4 in. pots, all colors, mixed.. f 6 00
Heliotrope, 2J4 in. pots 3 00
Giant Double Alyssum, 2 In. pots 2 00
Salvia, 2 in. pots 2 50
ColeON, 20 varieties. 2 in. pots 2 00
Lantanas, mixed. 3 in. pots 3 00
Fuchsia, mixed. 3 in. pots 3 00
Grevillea Robusta, fine, 3 in. pou .S 00
Pansies from frames, in bad and bloom 2 00
Cash with order.
QEORQE L. niLLER, Newark, Ohio.
and AQUATICS.
WATER LILIES
GEO. B. MOULDER, - - - Lily Park, Smith's Grove, Ky
WE ARE GROWERS.
Stock fresh and reliable. Price
rock bottom. Catalogue free.
VOLDPIE!! OF THE MISTS' EHNfiE.
We have now on hand copies of Volume VIII, (1896), handsomely bound
in library style, morocco, back and corners.
PRICE, PREPAID, $3.00.
An allowance of two cents per copy will be made for all numbers returned
in good condition. A review of the index of Volume VIII should satisfy every
subscriber of the advantage of preserving his copies.
Other bound volumes also on hand.
THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE, P.O.Box I697, New York.
GOOD STOCK
|3
Achyranthes.
Gilsonii, 2j^ inch pots
Lindenii, 2^ inch pots
Aurea Reticulata, 2)^ inch pots
" " assorted, rooted cuttings
Ageratum.
Cope's Pet; dwarf blue, 2}^ inch pots 2 50
" " rooted cuttings i 75
Alterhantliera (from flats).
Amabilis 2 00
Aurea Nana 2 00
P. Major 2 00
Alyssum.
Tom Thumb, double, very strong 3 00
Giant, very strong
Begonia, good, assorted, 2}^ inch pots. ....
" Vernon, 2>^ inch pots
Ganiias.
Alphonse Bouvier, 3 inch pots
Charles Henderson, 3 inch pots
Explorateur Crampbel, 3 inch pots
Madame Crozy, 3 inch pots
Miss Sarah Hill, 3 inch pots
Queen Charlotte, 3 inch pots 10 00
Our selection of the above varieties, $4.50 per 100.
Newer Varieties. ' Per Doz.
Admiral Avellan, 3 inch pots $2 50
3 00
3 00
3 50
4 50
3 50
50
Comte de Bouchaud, 3 inch pots
Columbia, 3 inch pots .
Ehemanni, 3 inch pots 2 00
Helen Gould, 3 inch pots i 50
F. R. Pierson, 3 inch pots 2 00
Mme. Montefiore 3 inch pots 250
Mme . Charles Molin, 3 inch pots 3 50
Mme. Alphonse Bouvier, 3 inch pots 2 50
Oriole, 3 inch pots 200
Professor, 3 inch pot:
Souvenir de Antoine Crozy, 3 inch pots
Sunbeams. 3 inch pots 2
Sunshine, 3 inch pots 2
Van der Berg, 3 inch pots
Our selection of the above newer varieties,
$2. 50 per doz., |i3.oo per 100
Chrysanthemums. Per
A very fine assortment, 2j^ inch pots $4
Frutescens, Paris Daisy, 2j^ inch pots 3
" Halleri Aurea, the new yellow Paris
Daisy, the best yellow for Winter and Summer
blooming in cultivation. $1.00 per doz
Chaenostoma Hispida, 2}^ inch pots.
Valuable for rockwork, borders, etc., pretty white
flowers
Coleus, 10 leading varieties, 2}4 inch pots
" Rooted cuttings, extra strong, $7.50 per
1,000. |6.oo per 1,000 in lots of 5,000
Echeveria.
Secunda Glauca, from flats
Farfugium Grande 3 inch pots
XRADE Lisx free;
Cash with order from unknown customers or C. O. D.
3 50
3 50
8 00
5 00
Dracaena Indivisa. Per Doz.
6 inch pots I4 00
5 inch pots 3 00
Fuchsias. Per 100
Strong plants from 2l^ inch pots, very fine $2 05
Geraniums.
5000 Bruant, 3 inch 4 00
5000 General Grant, 3 inch pots 4 00
2000 La Favorite and Celestial, 3 inch pots 4 00
5000 in the 40 best new and old varieties, our selec-
tion, 3 inch pots 4 50
3000 Ivy Geraniums, 3 inch pots 4 00
Glechoma Hederacea var. 2}i inch pots 6 00
Grevillea robusta, 4 inch pots, very strong 15 00
Heliotrope.
Best blue, 2^2 inch pots, very strong 2 50
New York.
Compatltlon for Flnmb Cup.
The second competition for the
" " to be
occnr
on Monday, April 12, at the club rooms,
19 West 27th St. The same rules and regn-
lations enforced at the previous contest,
win again apply.
Exhibitors are expected to be on hand at
the close of the meeting to remove their
exhibits ; or notify Secretary Young as to
what disposition they desire to be made of
same.
Show at American Instltnte,
The regular monthly meeting of
the horticultural section of the American
Institute will be held Tuesday, April 13, at
their rooms 111-115 West 38th at. Exhibits
will be in position by 1:30 P.M. Besides
plants and flowers a very large compara-
tive exhibit of forced fruits and vegetables
win be put up. These will include hot-
house grapes, strawberries, tomatoes,
lettuce, salading of all kinds, seakale. etc.
Visitors this week were : H. M. Bradley,
Derby, Conn.; Chas. D.Thayer, Worcester,
Mass.; E. Hatch, Boston, Mass.; S. Gold-
ring, Albany, N. Y. ; E. Cowee, Berlin, N.Y.
Hirket.
this week; matters are even worse than 1
Roses are coming In more plentifully, and
this has caused a slump in that particular
stock, very low figures being the rule. In
fact, there is no such thing as a fixed price
In any grade; $15 perlCOO was taken In
many cases for straight slips, and but few
exceeded $2. No. 1, when sold straight,
were considered well sold at that figure.
Beauty, proportionately, soflfered the
worst of all, for many special and fancy
blooms failed to meet with purchasers.
Hybrids frequently realized street ven-
dors' prices, this being the only class of
buyers on hand who could use any quan-
tity of stock ; the trade was entirely at
their mercy.
Carnations, which have been doing fairly
well, weakened on Thursday.
Bulbous stock of all kinds is In over-
supply; but It Is valley that feels the de-
pression most, none making more than
$3.00 per 100, and much of it changing
hands at figures between $5 and $15 per
3 00
Hedera.
Helix (English Ivy)
Imported Varieties. Per doz.
Clouded Gold, small leaves with golden markings. . . $2 00
Donerailensis, white veining in leaves, leaves deeply
cut.
Marmorata Elegans, leaves very small, blotched
with white, light green; a gem
Himalaica, foliage small, light green with glaucous
Elliptica Argentea, small leaves, with white edges. .
Raegneriana, large heart-shaped leaves, of dark green
Ivy, German.
Strong, 2 ]4 inch pots
Rooted Cuttings
Moon Vines (the true Calonyction).
Nice plants from 2>^ inch pots
Rooted cuttings
Maranta Massangeana, 2% inch pots
Musa Ensete.
Large plants, 10 inch pots, 4 to 5 feet high,
leaves, fine specimen plants |i 00 to
Nice plants from 5 and 6 inch pots, 15 to 30 inches
high, 4 to 8 leaves 30c. to 75
Per 100
|2 50
2 50
to 8
i2
Perl
Pilea Serpyllifolia
Phlox.
Hardy, from open ground 4 00
N. B. — In 12 distinct colors.
Salvia.
Nana Compacta or Bonfire, nice plants from 2>^
inch pots 2 50
Sibthorpia Europaea.
Small clumps 5 00
Vinca.
Rosea, 2 J4 inch pots. Madagascar Periwinkle 400
" Alba, 2)4 inch pots " " 400
" " Pura, 2% inch pots, Madagascar
Periwinkle 4 00
Major, 2% inch pots, fine for vases 3 50
" elegantissima, 2^ inch pots 3 50
ON APPLICATION.
Orders amounting to $5.00 and over, F. O. B., N. Y. City.
SEAWANHAKA GREENHOUSES,
JAS. C. CLARK, Supt.
P. O. BOX 34.
OYSTER BAY,
Queens Co., N. Y.
WM. L. SWAN, Prop.
It does not pay to ship mignonette at
current figures. Smllax is getting very
scarce, and the price is stiffening, special
stock selling at between 20c, and 25c. per
string.
Euter Outlook.
The plant trade, so far, is good, and
orders are being placed freely. Growers
are holding out for 12c. a bloom on Lllium
longlfiorum, and lOe. on L. Harrlsll. There
is likely to be trouble in keeping stock
back tin Easter.
The News.
RALPH N. Hatdkn, who for some time
has been with W. S. Allen, passed his
military examination satisfactorily, and
received his appointment recently ; he will
enter West Point, June 19.
James Dean, Bay Ridge, received notifi-
cation of his appointment as a judge at the
International Exhibition at Hamburg ; but
he has had to decline the honor, owing to
press of outside matters.
The auction sales were better attended
this week, and buying has been more
brisk. Spring stock Is coming in now, In
addition to roses and nursery stock.
Utica. N. Y.
Business has been rather quiet lately.
The prospects for Easter are good.
Flowers of all kinds will probably be in
fair supply.
C. P. Bakeb has been quite sick for
several weeks, but is getting around now.
His three new carnations. Red Jacket, a
splendid scarlet, Oneida a beautiful pure
pink and Utlca, a grand white, are looking
fine; the first two they will put on the
market the coming season.
H. H. Timerman has also been under the
weather lately, but Is attending to busi-
ness again.
Wm. Mathews says the demand for
orchids Is constantly increasing.
S. Whitton & Sons have shipped a great
many aziaeas as a result of their advertise-
ment In Exchange. They have a large
house full of Harrlsll, stocky and In just
right condition for Easter. J. S. H.
Madison, N. J.
Two of the new houses at the Farm
Greenhouses on the McK. Twombly estate,
are to be filled with commtrclal orchids;
other new houses in the same range will
be devoted to choice fruits and vegetables.
A. Herrington, the superintendent, says
he will leave roses and carnations alone.
April 3, i8g7.
The f^lorist's ExchanoeJc
361
THE "MODEL.
Dear Sir:- Your wire at
irtainly agem. Withou'
.tineweendoi-seitas&n
Lte Carnation Support.
W. HOBOKEN, N. J.. Feb. 18, '97.
Mb. Thsron Parker, Brook-
lyn, N. Y. Dear Sir:-It pivea
me much pleasure to congratu-
late you upon your success in
EXttinp up Carnation Supports
I ttomk lliat those I have had
as anybody wiU be able to make
them. They certainly flU mj-
bill for an ideal eamation sup-
port, a thing I have been look-
ing for for a long time. Wish-
ing you every success In the
safe of them, r am.
THERON PARKER,
BROOKLYN, N. Y.
32 So. Sixth St.
THE "HODEL" CARNATION SUPPORT
32 SO. SIXTH STREET,
Brooklyn, N. Y., March, 1897.
TO THE FLORISTS' TRADE^-^^
I have been congratulated by many of the best growers here on the perfection
to which I have brought the "Model" Support, and claim superiority over all other sup-
ports now in use in every important particular, viz., in its combined action, giving perfect
support, it affords the greatest light and best circulation of air, consequently the best
results ; the greatest strength, with the least weight ; the most durable, being doubly
galvanized below the soil; the firmest anchor; is adjustable, being easily and quickly
raised as the plant grows and needs additional support, thus saving" time and injury
to plants by the tucking-in process ; is set complete, at once, as soon as the plant requires
it, or as soon as planted, saying going over a second time to place the second support ;
it nests without tangling in one-quarter the space required by others— an item in
shipping or storing ; and the third circle (extra), for tall varieties, is quickly attached,
firm in its hold and easily raised, as the plants require it, to the full height of the support.
The model will please and interest you. It is new. Growers wishing for the
best would do well to get a sample hundred and give them a trial this season, should not
the accompanying statements sent me in writing by such practical men be convincing of
its merits. Order early and avoid delay caused by rush of orders at planting season.
Correspondence solicited.
XHERON PARKER.
WANTED
'the trade to know that we are still in Hoe with
the best plants and rooted cuttings of the
following, and can give you prices that will
YES, SURPRISE YOU.
CHKYSANTHEMUMS.— PinlJ Ivory,
Queen. Maj. BonnaBon, Pres. W. H. Smith.
ABVXILOPi Souv. De Bonn.
CARKJAXION. -Lizzie McGowan.
GERANIVDIS in hest variety.
DRAC.SKA IISDIVISA.
H. L. RAGAX,
Box. 166, Sprlngrfield, Ohio.
'WHEN WRrriNG MENTION THE FLORieTS* EXCHANG<;
f-|ardy Roses
XreeRoses,
C. H. JOOSTEN, Importer.
193 Greenwich Street,
KiEW YORK.
VHENWRrriNG MENTION THE FLORIST't
THE two leading strawberries for 1897, Carrie and Earliest. The
berries are the finest new varieties ever sent out, and no
Nurseryman, Seedsman or Florist should neglect to plant
•hero aa leaders for 1897. The price to the trade is $2.00 per 13
$12.00 per 100, with 25 per cent, off, cash wi( '-^
only
two straw"
the trade
The New
perimental Stations
, for 1896!shows that
oa per cent, of the crop of
Earliest was picked
before June 16. and it is
the first one mentioned as
being worthy of trial as
the \ery earliest.
Carrie, the queen of
strawberries, a seedling
of Haverland, a success
from Canada to Texas
Ohio Experiment Station
recommended it over all
others iiecause it is larger,
firmer, better color, etc ,
than the parent.
If you want anything
for
1 the trade on
EARLIEST. all varieties. Finest col-
lection in the Uniled
Slates at rock bottom prices. No finer plants grown.
20il0 Maxwell B B. $10.00 per 1000. Large stock of Rio, Lady
Thompson. Tennessee, Isabella, only $2 00 per IflOO. 2.5 off. CRsh
with order. 2000 riannns. mixed colors, $2 00 a inO; $15.00 a 1000
THOMPSOKi'S SOISS, RlO VISta, Va. .
...VOTING COUPON...
The fact that the Dingley bill has passed the House does not make
it law; it still has to pass the Senate, and your voice has ample oppor-
tunity to be heard.
The discussion being closed, a vote is now in order, and we would
like to have an expression of opinion from every reader interested.
On the 13th of April the votes will be tabulated, and sent to Washington.
Fill out this Ballot by writing in the word "For" or "Against"
opposite each paragraph, sign your name and address in full, and
return at once to Editor Florists' Exchange.
PROPOSED NEW TARIFF RATES.
1^251 — Stocks, cuttings or seedlings of riyrobolan plum,
Mahaleb or Mazzard cherry, three years old or
less, $1.00 per thousand plants; stocks, cuttings,
or seedlings of pear, apple, quince, and the St.
Julien plum, three years old or less. $1.75 per
thousand plants; rose plants, budded, grafted,
or grown on their own roots, 3 cents each;
stocks, cuttings and seedlings of all fruit and
ornamental trees, deciduous and evergreen,
.shrubs, and vines, manetti. multiflora. and brier
rose, and all trees, shrubs, plants and vines
commonly known as nursery stock, unless other-
wise specified, 30 per cent, ad valorem.
• 253 — Practically all Vegetable Seeds, 40 per centum
ad valorem.
1 630— All Flower and Grass Seeds Free.
For or Against
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T'he publishers and proprietors of The Florists' Exchange and American Gardenino possess one of
* the largest and most modern plants in the coimtry for the manufacture of Horticultural Catalogues. ^^^.
Their men are specially trained to the work ; their prices are very moderato, and estimates will be ^T
promptly forwarded on application. First coiiio, first served. '^
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Address, A. T. DE LA MARE PTG. & PUB, CO,, Ltd.,
362
The Klorist's Exchange.
GOBBESPONDEHGL
Insertion will be given in this column
to all communications free from animus;
but the opinions expressed do not neces
tariVu reflect our own.
Seedlings and Certificates.
Editor FlnrUVs' Exchange :
In replying to Mr. Hill's letter, there are
but few points in it whicli need attention.
The aim of Mr. Hill's original letter is
made plain by the statements in his last
reply.
Mr. Hill committted the error of assuming
that the editorial appearing in your issue
of March 6 was written by "C. W. Ward,"
and he has attempted to fasten that editor-
ial upon me, Even when the charge is fully
denied by the editor of the "Exchange," IVIr.
Hill still insists upon it. Under ordinary cir-
cumstances, it would be unnecessary for
me to deny any connection with the said
editorial, but as Mr. Hill persists in his un-
just charge, it becomes proper for me to
say that not only did I not write the ar-
ticle in question, not only did I not inspire
it, but that I did not even know that it
was to be written; and, furthermore, I did
not know that it was written until my atten-
tion to the same was called by other parties,
who were following the columns of the "Ex-
change" more closely than I am able to
follow at this time — the height of my busy
season. And, moreover, had Mr. Hill not
attempted to bring me into this discussion
by the unjust insinuation in his first article,
I should not have written upon the sub-
ject at the present time.
If there be any "amende honorable" due,
it is from Mr. Hill to the editor of the
"Exchange," as well as to myself, for, first,
assuming that the article was not written
by the editor, for his second assumption
that the editor did not tell the truth when
he denied Mr. Hill's insinuations, and,
thirdly, for the determination evinced in
his last attempt to unjustly fasten the au-
thorship of the article upon myself.
The reflections which Mr. Hill seeks to
make my reply cast upon the judges are
his— not mine.
As to the statement regarding a certifi-
cate having been awarded to "William
Scott" at Pittsburg, I have written the
secretary of the Carnation* Society. Mr.
Albert M. Herr, asking tor a list of cer-
tificates that have been awarded to seed-
ling carnations. Mr. Herr replies, •'You
can find certificates awarded in reports of
the society." A careful perusal of the re-
port for 1893 (the date of the Pittsburg
meeting) fails to' find any mention of
Scott having been awarded a certificate,
and if such award has been made, it does
not appear in any of the the society's pub-
lished records, to my knowledge.
The statement which Mr. Hill makes
that "any three good growers can look ai
a carnation and judge it with more ex-
actitude than can its originator," is one
which careful seedling growers will ac-
cept with some degree of incredulity. I
am Inclined to dispute this assertion, as it
seems to me that an t>bservation of any va-
riety, extending through a period of years,
gives the originator a far better oppor-
tunity to judge of its value than any esti-
mate that can be formed by any person
however well informed, who has at the
most but a tew moments to inspect the
plant and flowers. I have been given to
understand, and have found it to be a tact,
that until one had grown a variety, he
could not form any just estimate of its
value. During the past four years I have
been keeping records of the behavior of
the different seedlings that have been or-
iginated or tested at the Cottage Gardens,
and the record of one of them is herewith
included in this article for the purpose of
Scott X Uncle John. Color, soft flesh pii
Jross No. 54 D.. 1892.
Number to plant in 1896— Entire stock.
7— Apparently
Freedom of Blooming— 1S95 fairly free :
plants rarried over summer in 4-inch
March, 1897, has Imnrnved in produrtlvei
and seems as free as any carnation we
grown. Plants show from twenty to tl
blooms cut to date.
Cuttings— Root as readily as McGowan,
are freely produced.
Flower— Calyx, firm and good, seldom si
budded; form, fine, broad petals, an occasional
semi-double flower; color, soft, flesh pink,
which holds well, when the blooms hang on
the plant. They do not bleach, as does Day-
break. March, 1897, color is fine, exceeded only
f Mrs. James Dean.
Commercial Value— Estimated in 1895 good,
orth trial. March, 1897, has proved a gooil
immercial flower; sold well wherever of-
fered. Proved a flrst-class keeper and ship-
per, and has been persistently called -for by
been sold at three to five cents, averaging
J. H
ers' Estimates.— John Young- It's a fine
Throw out Scott and grow No. 54 in-
Everybody likes it. It is a fine keeper.
Troy, of the Rosary — It is just the
All I
It is a splendid keeper. We can dis
pose of the entire cut; giv " "
Galvin Bros.— Give us mc
the flowers we want for tl
good keeper. Why
-they
Why
No. 51?
Scott?
Foster, Florida.— Of all the carna-
keeper. In the box ' last arriving at Palm
Beach No. 64 proved the best keeper of all.
The color is preferred by our customers. We
do not like the Scott. Can you not send us
No. 54 instead of so many Scotts?
Summary of Commercial Value.— It sells
well, stands shipping well, pleases customers,
produces abundantly and is promising enough
for introduction. Under identical cultural
conditions it has exceeded Scott in productive-
ness this season.. It is now sufficiently re-
moved from the seed plant (four years) to have
fixed its habit.
Exhibitions., Cincinnati.— American C. S.
Certificate refused, allowed but. 84 points out of
a possible 100— fair average lot of 50 blooms
exhibited; same grade we market as fancy,
and flowers were not dressed for
Plant exhibited and said to have been aHowed
full quota of points,
silver cup for best seedling; awarded 83 points
out of possible 90, plant not exhibited. """
no previous notice of competition and
obliged to take flowers
for Florida shipment,
It will be noted in this record that the
cross was made in 1892, and that the seed-
ling in question has been under trial sines
that date. It will also he noted that the
variety has been widely sold in New York
Boston and as far south as Palm Beach
Fla. It will also be observed that the
opinions of the dealers who have handled
the variety are favorable as to its commer-
cial value. It is also well to note that the
variety has been judged at two separate
times by different judges, the first judges
awarding It 84 points out of a possible 100,
the second judges awarding it 83 points out
of a possible 90, the same scale of points
(plant excepted) being used in each in-
stance. Granted that the judges in both
cases w-ere equally good, and there isn't
the slightest doubt but what the judges at
Boston, Messrs. Alfred Lange of Worcester,
Denys Zirngiebel of Needham, Mass., and
S. J. Reuter of Westerly, R. I., are prac-
tical carnation growers, if it be true as
Mr. Hill states, "that any three good grow-
ers can look at a carnation and judge it
with more exactitude than can its origin-
ator." how will Mr. Hill explain the differ-
ence between the opinions of the two sets
of judges? It might be jroper to say. in
connection with this, that several certificat-
ed seedlings were put up in competition for
the "Breck" cup and fell several points be-
low the non-certificated seedling which
won the cup. How will Mr. Hill explain
this discrepancy? What it the judges at
Boston had been the judges at Cincinnati?
The seedling in question would have scaled
93 points instead of 84, and would have
been certificated. Where judges differ so
widely upon the same seedling, wherein
lies the practical value of the certificate —
what does it certify? In this case is the
estimate of the judges of more value than
the record above? Is the estimate of the
commercial value of a flower formed by any
person upon a few moment's inspection,
more exact than that of the dealers who
have actually handled and sold the flower
for a considerable period?
In all things we must deal with facts
and not opinions. We judge men by what
they have accomplished — not by what they
promise to do in the future. The past is
our guide.
Of the numerous certificated varieties,
how many have proved to be universal
bread winners? Echo' answers "Scott,"
and there is no record of its having been
certificated. How many are to-day success-
fully growing Edna Craig. Uncle John, the
'Stuart. Dean Hole, and Helen Kell
and other certificated varieties? Of what
avail were the certificates as a guide to
the commercial worth of the seedlings in
the above cases?
We have heard the broad statement that
these certificates were to be a protection
to the buyer of new seedlings— a guide as to
what he should purchase for trial. Does
the past certificate record bear out this
assertion? Judging from the past, does
the future promise any better? Who can
say that next year or the year after we
shall all be growing certificated varieties?
Should a certificate attempt to settle the
commercial value of a seedling? Can it he
regarded as anything more than a tribute
to good culture and to the cultural ability
of the grower? Any grower ot seedlings
knows that his most profitable seedlings
have frequently forced themselves upon
him and driven out varieties which he, at
first considered far better. It the grower
of seedlings who devotes his time to the
careful study of the flower he seeks to im-
prove, makes such errors in judging, how
much more perfect will be the decisions
formed by the 20-minute observations of
the certificate judges?
Is not the whole proposition absurd?
Will we not in the end be forced to admit
that we must come right down to the old
method of giving the variety a practical
test before its value (commercial or other-
wise) can in any way be determined?
And lastly, has the seedling grower no
voice in this matter? Is the information at
his command to be cast aside, his careful
records and observations to be discarded
and a certificated "opinion" to be substi-
tuted therefor?
The seedling grower is responsible if he
deceives or commits errors, and he will
receive merited punishment by losing the
confidence of his customers. The certifi-
cate judges are not responsible; the errors
they commit fall either on the shoulders of
the exhibitors who may be unjustly -denied
a certificate, or the public, who are de-
ceived by the granting ot one to a worth-
less variety which may by skillful culture
and artful dl^essing. be made to deceive the
judges. C. W. WARD.
Queens, N. Y.. March 31, 1897.
Editor Florists^ Exchanat:
I have been an interested reader ot the
articles in your valuable paper in refer-
ence to granting certificates by the Carna-
tion Society to seedling carnations. That
there should be more or less disappoint-
ment and dissatisfaction with the results
and the policy which brought those results
about is no matter tor great wonderment.
There always have been, and probably al-
ways will be, disappointments until seed-
ling carnations and human beingsi be-
come alike perfect and truly divine.
All the communications have been very
interesting, but Mr. Ward's article the
most so, although the writer thinks that
a good many of his inferences, implications
and deductions are erroneous.
I do not believe that Mr. Ward intends
to say (in his paragraph concerning Mr.
Hugh Graham's and Mr. Dorner's carna-
tions) that the judges were prejudiced in
any way. It should be remembered that
the judges are guided by a given scale of
points, a number of which points can have
only a comparative value. There can, for
instance, be no absolute standard tor
size, color or fragrance. They must be
judged by comparison. It will surely be
admitted that on the question ot size, for
example many of those shown at Cin-
cinnati 'which failed to score full, would,
it they had not been brought into close
comparison with so many other magnificent
flowers shown there, have given a much
more satisfactory account ot themselves.
So in the matter ot color. A given shade
may be very clear and pure until a better
one Is seen. The same condition arises
when fragrance is considered. How many
flowers, when subjected to so severe a
test as this scale requires, will come out
ot the ordeal with the necessary eighty-
five points? If the size be full, the stem
is aimost sure to be deficient in required
strength to support the weight of bloom.
The plant required to be shown with the
cut blooms almost always lacks some of
the desirable points, and, Mr. Ward to the
contrary nevertheless, almost as surely
shows it. It may give evidence of a weak
or unhealthy constitution, or it may show
too much grass. The flower stems may
be weak, or there may be evidence that the
plant does not give enough of them.
It may be said that these requirements
are very severe. They are no more so than
trade conditions now make necessary.
The financial, or, indeed, any other of
the rules and regulations ot the Carna-
tion Society need not enter into this ar-
ticle. If they do not suit the members
they can doubtless he altered until they
do. Neither does the writer belong to the
peerage whoever it may be composed of.
but in the matter of leaving the introduc-
tion of novelties to the grower, it can be
said that no one is compelled to ask for
a certificate; or, it he does, and is dis-
satisfiecj with the result, th? appeal to the
court of final jurisdiction— the general
trade — is still open to him, and he can de-
mand judgment there. The grower of
seedlings often looks upon his productions
with the fond eye of a parent upon an only
child, and quite frequently as partially.
Let me here recount a common experi-
ence of the committee in judging exhibition
flowers. A magnificent vase of blooms,
let them be of any color you please,
is brought before the committee tor
examination. The first impression is
that they are wonderfully fine. Let us
look closer. First, color compared with"
the cle-arest and best similar shade in some
other variety. They fall short only two
points. Fragrance, hardly any, loss five
points. On form they lose one point. A
close inspection shows a number of cases
ot split calyx. Here three points go. Stem
rather weak for the bloom and two more
points are lost. Three points off for de-
fects in the plant. Total points scored—
eighty-four. Besides these points there are
still substance and size. Mark well; if, un-
der all the care and cultivation that skill
and experience can give when spurred by
the hose ot a financial gain as the reward
of success, this grower "who has studied
during an extended period the peculiarities
of the plant he otters." cannot eliminate
enough of these defects to pass the judges,
where will his new variety come in when
it is thrown out into the cold world to bat-
tle for itself with the forces of ignorance of
its peculiarities, lack of congenial soil and
dozens ot other little accessories that its
amiable eccentricities may require to pro-
duce the article that was entered for a cer-
tificate? The judges must be severe, or
they fail in their duty to the general trade.
The case above referred to as falling one
point short happens many times, and is
often as disappointing to the judges as to
the directly interested parties. It will be
evident that there can be little room for
change ot opinion when each judge makes
a separate and independent score ot the
points and the result arrived at in each
case is below the required percentage. The
committee naturally feels that a flower
which can make so favorable an impression
as the one under consideration may have
done, is entitled to recognition. But a re-
view usually brings about the same result.
All this may be disappointing to seed-
ling originators, but after all, is it not
better for all parties, general trade directly
and even the growers themselves indirectly,
that this rigid scrutiny has been made?
The trade is relieved from doing individual-
ly and at great expense what the society
accomplishes at comparatively trifling co«5t.
It is quite true that this verdict should
not be final in every, or perhaps in any
case, tor it is possible that a certificated
variety may not do well commercially in
every locality. Occasionally, also, a meri-
torious sort may fail to secure recognition,
but I do not now recall such a case.
But the fact must not be lost sight of
that those varieties that are to be the
sellers and the money-makers of the future
are those varieties most fully possessing
the points of excellence demanded by the
standard of the Carnation Society com-
bined with productiveness and adaptability
to various localities. An inspection of
plants affords an inkling as to the free-
dom of bloom, while certainly no amount of
acquaintance by the grower as to the pe-
culiarities of his production can tell him
much about adaptability, the last require-
It is possible that the percentages ot the
scale might be altered to advantage; but
the benefit to the trade at large ot such
organizations as the Carnation, Rose and
Chrysanthemum societies, whose sole aim
and purpose is the advancement of their
different specialties, is so apparent that it
seems scarcely credible that any one is to
be found willing to assume the responsibil-
itv of disputing the matter.
Cleveland, 0. ADAM GRAHAM.
Editor Fiortsts' Exchange :
Anent the progresss ot the American
Carnation Society, it occurs to the writer
to suggest to that body the considering of
a rule allowing an exhibitor in the seedling
classes competing for certificates, and in
his exhibit failing to be awarded such,
the privilege ot again entering in same
class and competing tree of charge a yeai-
later. Such person shows his good faith
and intents by paying in $0 entrance fee.
whil
aditio
ot the
his
ntrol.
mediate present, noi
may he the deciding point against th(
award being made in his favor. Or this
privilege might be extended to any ex
hibit that, in being judged, had scored no
less than a given number ot points.
AN BX-EXHIBITOR.
April 3, i8q7
The Klorisx's Exchange.
363
ROSES! ROSES!!
STRONG FIELD-GROWN DORMANT PLANTS.
Large stock Gen. Jacqueminot, Paul Neyron, Ulrich Brunner, Magna Charta,
Baroness Rothschild, and other leading varieties of Hybrid Perpetuals, fg.oo per loo ;
f.Ho.00 per 1000.
MOSS ROSES in the ten best sorts, tg 00 per 100. CLIMBING ROSES,
Baltimore Belle, Prairie Queen, Tennessee Belle, and Seven Sisters, strong, 2 years,
$(> per lOo.
Wichuraiana {Memorial Rose) field-grown, |S.oo per 100.
(P ANN AS ^^" ^'*'" Flowered AUSTRIA, strong. 4 in. pot plants,
'^'**"'"'*^" $3.00 per doz.; |20 per too. A large stock of the cream of the
elder varieties, such as Florence Vaughan, Queen Charlotte, Eldorado, Sunbeam,
Alphonse Bouvier, Charles Henderson, Madam Crozy, President Carnot,
Admiral Avellan, Edvsard Mieg, etc. Do not fail to get our prices before buying.
CALADIUM ESCULENTUM. X"':;;.^
to 10 in., Is per 100. 6 to ji.^ in., I3 per 100. 5
BECONIA PURITY.
NEW ROSE...
to6in.,|2 per :
A new pure white of the semperflorens
type, very free flowering, $2 per doz.
"avorite, and other best
bedding sorts, I25 per looo.
Immense stock of Fruit Trees. Nut Bearing Trees, Grape Vines, and
Small Fruits. One of the largest, if not the largest, assortment of Ornamental
Trees and Shrubs. Climbing Vines, Bulbs, Hardy Perennials, etc., in
America. And 32 greenhouses filled with what the average florist is most likely to want
Correspondence solicited. Catalogues and trade lists free.
THE STORRS & HARRISON CO., Painesville, Ohio.
WHEW WRITINO MENTION THC rtOHISTS* EXCH ANGC
SMILAX FOR EASTER
Fine heavy strinKs, only 15c. iier string. Get
A. J, BALn^VIP*, NewarU, Ohio.
ROSA HUGOS A
Fine plants 3 ft. higb, $10.00 per 100. $80 00
)er KliO.
2000 Ilyperlcutn Moserlaiiuiii,
$3.00 per 100.
NEWPORT NURSERY CO.,
^Newport, R. I.
OOmniNT ROSES-Own Roots.
FIELD-GROWN.
Sterling American Novelty, the
WHITE GOGHET
: from Mao
1 Cochet, whi<
>eBt pin
ut-of-
duor rose. It bas all tbegood qualii
of its parent ; it8 color is pure white t
no doubt it will prove the best white
out-of-door rose up to date.
Price, per dozen, from 4 inch, $5.U0.
100,
AU Or.'ers Must \
with Cash.
WEWTION THE FtORtS-t •!
Blanche Mo
Bait. Belle, Queen
ar 1000 ; ^1.00 per 100. Tied in
) foIlowtnR varieties: John
aron de Bonstettin, Qen'l ,
her Holmes. J- Hanet. L'Bntant
ul Neyron. Baron MroTost. T. des 1
Marcotttn. Capt.
AmericanBeauties
Prairies. Gem of Prairiea.
Bluff's
f. HEIKES. Dgr., Council
A FEW THOUSAND MORE
Briile!i,lalilsa»iPe[le!i
than I shall need for my own use.
Grand plants in 2}^ pot3, at $5.00
per 100. Who wants them ?
CASH WITH OROEI!.
BENJAMIN DORRANGE,
Penu.
^ . . . ROSES_.^. . ^
°>2"wpeV m'ljToo per lOOo!' ""^ ' *'"'
Bride. Bridesmaid. H Itl. !«tanleT. IVI. Kiel,
.HarleGuillol, ItUrj- WaolilDeton. Louis
Richnrd. PInU !r
transplanting. .W,(«1J Irish Juniper, 5 to 6
inches, for transplanting.
Priew »«4 Simplos on Applieitlon. Addretc
JOSEPH HEINL, Jacks-.nville, 111,
80UV. dU PBESIDEIIT GBBIIOT
strong, healthy plants, from 2J^ inch pots,
$15 per 100; S125 per 1000. Ready now.
AMERICAN BEAUTY ROSES.
We have this year an
ROSES, iu 2J/ inch pots,
$50.00 per 1000.
.optionally fine stock of AMERICAN BEAUTY
lady now to shift into 3 inoh. SG.OO per 100;
ULRICH BRUNNER ROSES.
Extra stroDfj, from 2>^ inch pots, rooted from hard wooded cuttings. This
stock is gilt-edged, either for growing in the greenhouse tor forcing, or for planting
in the open ground. S4.00 per 100 ; $35.00 per 1000.
NEW BEDDING ROSE MOSELLA.
This grand m.-w Rose will be as popular as Clothilde Soupi'rt. It is always iu
bloom, and pi-oduces medium sized double flowers of a creamy white color, shading
to apricot yellow in the center. We have a splendid stock, and have reduced our
price. Strong plants, from 2% inch pots, S5. 00 per 100; $10.00 per 1000. Strong
plants, from 4 and 5 inch pots, $3.00 and $4.00 per dozen, according to size.
TWO YEAR OLD ROSES.
From 5 inch pots. Augusta Victoria, Mme. Kruger, Hermosa, Pink
Soupert, Clothilde Soupert, Caroline Alarinesse, strong plants, for Spring
sales, $20.00 per WO.
Souv. du President Carnot, 5 inch pots, strong, $35.00 per 100.
American Beauty, Mme. Cochet, Maman C. Testout, Belle Siebreeht,
5 ini'h pots, strong, $25.0(1 per 100.
WE HAVE A SPLENDID STOCK OF WINTER FORCING ROSES.
Bef.re placing your order,
your list for prices. Address
ROBERT SCOTT & SON,
19th and Catharine Sts., Phila., Pa.
NEW HYBRID TEA ROSE-
Souv. du
President Carnot
ADMIRED BY EVERYBODY.
Of beautiful shell pink color. Nothing like it
among forcing roses. Every one shoukl plant it botli
for in anii out-of-door culture. Strong, healthy plants,
out of 2'-' inch pots, reai.1y now.
Price, $3.00 Per Ooz.; $15.00 Per 100; $125.00 Per 1000.
60 at 100 Rates. 500 at 1000 Rates.
$30.00 per 100 out of 3 inch Pots.
ERNST G. ASMUS,WestHoboken,N.J.
WHCN WRITINO MtNTION THt FVOBISTS' EXCHUNOt
364
The FLORIST'S ExcHAtsrois.
Philadelphia.
Euter PUnt>.
From present indications all kinds
azaleas are heard of that cannot be held
back, also a good many hyacinths, so that
stock in proper condition will be liable to
find a good market. There are more lilies
around, but when diseased stock and thoEe
too far advanced are counted out, the sup-
ply for Easter will average about the same
as formerly. All things now look promis-
ing for the growers. On account of the
prospect of good weather, and the liability
of many plants being on the street, the
stores are ordering more cautiously.
Another reason for this is that several of
the large department stores have placed
orders for Easter plants ; in fact, they are
now taking orders for plants for delivery
before Easter. One store has ordered 1000
plants of hyacinths; they will be given
away to those making purchases above a
certain amount on Saturday, April 17.
Another store is now selling lilies at 50c.
per plant, with jardiniere $1, and hyacinths
at 25c., jardiniere included.
Wanamaker is selling dormant roses
again at $1.25 per dozen; 50,000 were sold
last year, and he will sell all he can get this
year, so the advertisement reads. These
are from Holland.
Market Not«i.
All kinds of flowers have been very
plentiful this past week, and prices are
down ; it is a case of get what yon can.
On Monday and Tuesday the fakirs were
selling good Bridesmaid and Bride at 5o.
each. Hybrid roses are very plentiful,
owing to the bright weather ; many in-
tended for Easter are now coming in.
Carnations are faring rather better ; they
are not such a glut, and good flowers have
sold fairly well. Fancy stock has brought
$2 to $2.50, while the general run has sold
. at $1.50.
Violets continue to be very plentiful, the
price ranging from 20c. to 50c. per 100 for
double. S. S. Pennock received 116,000 of
these last week, so the condition of the
market can well be imagined. Bulbous
stock continues very plentiful, and goes
rather alow.
Mignonette has been a glut the past few
days, there being very little work to use it
up. Smilaz is selling very well ; any fair
strings bring 20c.
W. C. Smith is cutting some very good
sweet peas, which go at $1.50 to $2 per 100.
The seed was sown In pots in August, and
plants set out on benches after chrysanthe-
mums. The peas have been found to pay
very well, flowers having been cut now for
the past Ave weeks.
At the establishment of Hugh
Graham a disastrous fire occurred on
Thursday evening, March 25. It broke out
In a room used for storing tobacco stems,
stakes, etc. The origin of the fire is a
mystery. The damage was confined to a
large potting and packing shed, and the
ends of three houses, and will amount to
about $1,500— insurance $800.
A new rose house, ^ span, 15x150 ft. is
now being built. The large asparagus
house (an old type of house with large
sash roof), is being torn down, and in its
place two houses will be built, a full span
for asparagus and a ^ span for roses.
Easter stock is in splendid condition, thi
the former having northern exposure.
Stock can be brought in as wanted. Hybrids
grown in boxes are doing well ; about 400
a day are now being cut. A similar house
Is in good shape for Easter. The new car-
nation, Victor, is still blooming freely,
25,000 plants have already been sent out.
Daybreak is also being done very well here.
In one of the small pits In front of a rose
house, one of the plants for Easter will be
a fine batch of the bottle brush plant,
metroslderos.
Christian Kokhler, Second av. and Wy-
oming av., also had a flre the end of last
week, doing about $500 damage.
Jacob Beckbr, as usual, has a good
healthy lot of Easter plants. Azaleas are
done very well. In potting these peat is
no longer a necessity, good leaf mold being
now used and answering just as well.
Lilies and spirseas are also in good shape.
But most interesting on this place are the
Spring roses. Several benches were noticed
of Gontier, Perle, and La France. These
roses were flowered all Winter, taken
up about March 1, and potted in 5 inch
POtf- They are now rooting freely, and
win be in good shape for Decoration Day.
A batch of Gontier was noticed that were
left over from last year in 2J., pots ; these
were carried in cold frames till Feb. then
potted Into 4 inch pots, and will be good
plants full of buds for Easter, selling at
It is Light.
It is Strong!
It is Neat.
It Works Quickly.
It Works Easy.
It Works Evenly.
$10 per 100. So that It is not always ad-
visable to throw out left over plants.
Kaiserin is considered the best rose for
Spring sales ; this is treated in the same
way as the others mentioned above, and is
now making vigorous growth in Sinch
pots. A house of Bridesmaid has recently
been mulched; not having any old manure
on hand, fresh cow manure was used.
This was covered with fine ashes, when
put on, and no harm to the plants has re-
sulted. A batch of Crimson Rambler roses
look right for Easter ; these are bent over
and tied down, fan-shaped, and are covered
with flowering shoots. Azaleas left over
from last year, which were planted out In
frames, in a compsst of two thirds leaf
soil, are far the best plants on the place,
much ahead of any imported stock.
The carnation contest between E. G.
Hill & Co., and Edward Swayne, was held
Friday morning in the Florists' Club
rooms, Horticultural Hall, and was won
by Mr. Swayne's Jack Frost, the flowers of
same being larger and heavier than those
of Flora Hill.
David Rust.
IT HAS NO EQUAL.
It accomplishes when all others fail.
It is no new-born babe.
It's about eight years old.
Its first teeth have decayed.
Its new ones have come.
It's a little giant indeed.
It looks light and delicate.
It deceives you in that idea.
Its shadow cast is mere nought.
It requires oil like any machine.
It's put in your house by experts.
It's insured for five long years. '
It costs more than any other.
It's the cheapest in the end.
It was born of poor parents.
It had to struggle for a life.
It fought its battle on its merits.
It came out victorious, and
It's here to stay, but not in the East.
It's taken Greeley's advice, and is going West.
It's yours, if you want the best.
E. A. ORMSBY, Melrose, Mass.
SfatiODeiji [01 Flonsts.
Every florist in the land should
have a complete supply of printed
matter wherewith to conduct his
business in style. We have the
largest outfit in America devoted
solely to horticultural printing,
and we understand the wants of
the trade. Below we quote two
combination offers and would be
pleased to supply you.
00 Combination offer
• — includes....
250 Noteheadu, 5!^x8H ins.
250 Envelopes, size 6^.
260 Billheads, 7 Ins. wide, 5^ ins. deep.
250 Business Cards, 2^x4H inS-
250 Tags, size 2)^x6i4 ins.
Cash with order. Delivered F. O. B., N. Y.
$5.22
$10.22 ;
00 Combination offer
ncludes....
SOO Noteheads, h%iLi% ins.
One Day Book. ( If tliese are not wanted
One Ledger. f subtract $1.60.
Cash with order. Delivered P. O. B., N. T.
PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE YOU ORDER.
Write plainly and send "copy" for
each article wanted.
Noteheads will be furnished in smooth
writing paper with ruled lines. Linen
paper, ruled or unruled, can be had in-
stead if so ordered.
Envelopes are full commercial size and
of good quality.
Billheads will be furnished as above,
but size 8J^ ins. wide and i% ins. deep
will be substituted when so ordered.
Cards are of good quality and ample
proportions.
Day Book and Ledger are large enough
for ordinary purposes. Ledger is in-
dexed and will hold 200 accounts.
Special designs, trade marks, etc., en-
graved to order. A rose, violet, or other
flower will be printed on your letterheads
and billheads if you so order.
The quality of all the above work is
guaranteed.
We can forward any of these
combination offers with advantage
to the purchaser, but it will not
pay from a distance to order a
single item on account of the ex-
press charges.
Address all orders to
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p, O.Box 1607, New York.
April 3, 1897.
The Klorisx's Exchanojec.
365
PMEBS FOB EflSTEB.
Hiblaciis. Crimson Eye, Btrong bloom-
IDK plants 5 00
Vincn Major TarleEata. strong, < Inch 10 00
''»7'.60 p
100.
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ROCHE»>TER, N. V.
pARQUHAR VIOLETS.
Rooted runners, $1.50 per 100.
Strong plants from soil, $3 50 per 100.
Cash with order.
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By keeping a stock of these leaf-
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Furnish every purchaser with^gj
Cultural nirectious for'
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and with your imprint, carriage
paid,
500 for Ii1.75
1000 for 3.00
If you are interested write us
for a set of samples.
&. T. DE L& M&RE PTG. AND PUB. GO. Ltd.
p. O. Box 1097, New York.
THE FARQUHAR-HEADQUARTERS' STOCK
,t, Freest, Darkest
FARQVHAR rooted I
CAtWPBKLL
CAI.IPORP(IA. "
8 3 00 per 100
13 00 per lOCO
6 00
C. E. WELD, VIOLET SPECIALIST, ROSLINDALE, MASS.
SpecialLow Price OffeisoiBulDsaiiiMs
^AMIVIA AIIC^DIA a tew thousand fine, divided, aeld-grown roots.
OAININM MUO I MIA. in splendid condiUon, at $12.60 per lOO.
^^AKiKlA I^AIIA Our stock of this Is becoming short.
CANNA ITALIA. 940.00 par hundrad ; $5.00 per Iwalv*.
MR. CROZY'S CANNAS for 1897. Eighteen distinct varieties, at 60 oU each.
Sent out at $2.60.
Other Carinas— Admiral Avellan, $6.00 per 100; Alsace, nearly white. $7.00 per 100; Columbia, $10;
Charles Henderson, $3.00; Constellation, $12; Coronet, $12; Discolor, $3.00; Eldorado. $10; Egandale,
$6.00; Frank Buchner. $16; Flamingo. $20; Qolen Star. fine. $6.00; John White, variegated leaves,
75o. each; Brenninge, leaves striped white. $3.00 per 100; Mrs. Fairman Rogers, $30; Othello, $10;
Primrose, $12; Paul iVIarquant, $3.00. and others.
NcW UANNA PnlLADcLrHIAl 100;$3per"2%otmore 'ha* lOO toonepany'
QUEEN CHARLOTTE-True.tock. fine dry roots $4.00 per 100; 76c. per 12.
ROI OES ROUGES (King of Reds). Mr. Crozy's best red flowering Canna. Sent out In 1896. at
$2.60; our price now 60c. each; $6.00 per 12.
BEAUTE POITEVINE— Also a very brilliant red 30o. each; $3.00 per 12; $21 per 100.
Note.— The stock of our Naw Cannaa, Duke of Kfarlborough, Ducbessof Marlborough. California,
Champion Brilliant. Cuba, Olorlosa, Colossus. Jubilee, Queen Victoria, being still too small, they will
not be offered for sale until this tall.
SUMMER BULBS AT LOIV PRICES.
Acapsnthus Cmbellatas, Bne roots, $6 per 100. n«LI!«n Miied. $3 per 100. One hundred in 1
Alstroemerla, mined varieties, hardy. $6 " UallNaS'sorts, $6.
AMARYLLIS yiTTATA-Eilraflne varis. I GLADIOLI, is' s'^e. $6 per 100; 2d size, $4
HyaclnthiiB Candicana, fine bulbs, $1 per WO.
Hemerocallis, in sorts, $1 per 100.
Iris Germanloa, $3 per 100; Kfempferi, $3 per 100.
Ipomoes Me,ilcana $4 per ICO; MillabiSora, $2
per lOO.
Merine Japonica (pink), $3 per 100. Oxalls,
3 sorts, 30c.
Pardanthus, $2 per 100 Fseonies, $6 per 100.
Sanseviera, $3 per 100. Vallota purpurea,
$10 per 100.
Purple Fringed Calla-^^6re^/h.''^^""
I II CO Lancifolium album. $4 per 100; Tig-
LILIlO rinum. $2.60 per loO. Double Tiger.
$3. Umhellatum, $3 per 100. Pardalinum. $3
Amaryllis Formosisslma, $3 and $5 per lOO.
Amorphophallus Bivlerl, $6 per 100.
Amorpliophallus simlease, $4 per 100.
AnemoDes, 40c.. Anomatheca, $1 per 100.
Apios Tuberosa. $1 per 100. Anthericam,
$3 and $6; Yellow Oalla. $60 per 100.
Qcy leaved. $8 per 1
a. $3 and $6 per 100.
NE^W ROSES.
CLIMBING WOOTTON. One of the
grandest new hardy climbers, flowers larger than
the well known Wootton. Grows 16 feet in a
CARM'|Ne'"pILLAR. Engli-sh authorities
claim this to be superior to Crimson Rambler,
fine for forcing, $S per 100.
WHITE MARECHAL NIEL. $3 per 12.
lordpenzance-ssweetbriars
Six varieties on own roots. $16 per 100.
WHITE. YELLOW AND PINK RAM-
BLERS. Nice young plants, 2) inch pots, $1(
GOLDEN RAMBLER. $3 per 100.
And many other Roses.
NEW FRUITS.
Strawberry-Raspberry, $4 per 100; J.oganberry, $9
per 103; Mayberry, |i per 100.
Bismarck Apple, $10 per 100.
October Fruiting Clierry, #'20 per liK).
CHINESE LANTERN PLANTS$»perl
JARDINIERES ANO FLOWER POTS.
Fine porcelain. We are selling out our stofk at one balf our llHt prices. Send at onto for calaIogueB_
ELECTROTYPES FOR FLORISTS.
A. BLANC & CO., nor^'hTs't'b^et, Philadelphia.
Tubes for Mailing Plants.
^^M.^^.
Tli( Mailing Tube does iwav with all
outsiae wrapping, saves mucn iime, ana
makes a secure package which cannot
be smashed in the mails. It is made of
stifT pasteboard, is light, economical and
the best device that can be secured by
the florist for mailing purposes.
The above cut shows tube closed at
one end by cap, which is firmly
attached and perforated to allow ven-
tilation ; the open end is generally stop-
ped up with paper but extra caps can be
furnished.
Many mailing tubes are being used
this season for both plants and bulbs and
they continually grow in favor.
SEND STAMP FOR SAMPLE.
PRICE LIST.
$1.45 $2.65 $4.60
1.46 2.95 6.10
1H
•• 1.60 3.00
6.S5
10.30
" 1.56 3.20
6.66
11.00
2K
" 2.00 4.30
7.55
14.40
3
2.35 6.00
8.80
17.00
)rice
R are F.O.B.
New
York,
other sizes on application.
Extra caps for closing open end, 2 in
diameter or less, $1.25 per 1000; over
in. diameter, $1.75 per 1000.
We will furnish you wHh labels, to be pasted on these tubes, giving your name,
business addre.s8 etc., at the following rates: 100 labels, 50 cents; 250 labels,
75 cents ; 500 labels, $1.00 ; 1000 labels, $1.50.
A. T. DeLaMarePtg. andPub. Go.. Ltd.
p. O. Box
1697,
New York.
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purposes, and tolls how to make Home Grounds allnieiivo.
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Amebioan Gabdenino fills all wants in this direction and includes all that
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The man who tills the soil for a living must mnv look to llii> I'loso and
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366
1f\ f\ t\ e\ e\ \l w w% r% ^ tkt A ^ the choicest varieties
00,000 VERBENAS. in cultivation
Fine pot plants. $2.50 per 100: $20 per 1000. Rooted Cuttings, 75cts. per 100; $6.00 per 1000.
$90.00 per 10.000.
■» NO RVJST OR TUSILDEJni*
Packed light and satisfaction guaranteed. Send for circular.
We are tUe largest growers of Verbenas In the country. Our plants o»nnot be surpassed.
X«™ J.L,. DlL,LON, Bloomsburg, Pa.
1^ DAYS ONLY
looo Robin Hood, 1897, Ligtit Scarlet Civraations, 3 inch bloom, try a few... .|3 00 per 100
Wm Scott, Tidal Wave, Piuitan and Lizzie McGowaa 75
ASTERS, Perfection, Victoria, Semples and Mixed 50
COtEUS, Choice IVfixe.l, strong, 2% inch, lots of dark varieties if wanted, all at. . 1.50 "
3000 4 inch Geraniums, Fine Mixed 5.''0
2000 3 inch Gerauiums, Fine Mixed 32>
Tne above is fine stock, cm ship by freight or express. Cash or C. O. D.
MORRIS FLORAL COMPANY, MORRIS, ILL
VIOLETS.
Al Stock. Clean, and
no disease. M. Louise runners. $4.00 per lOUO.
Cttlit'oniia runners, $5.00 per lOtlU. Cash with
order only. j, BATSON, Kalamazoo, Mich.
NEW PINK VIOLET
MRS. J. J. ASTOR.
Similar in form and habit to Marie Louise,
but more vigorous, stems longer, flowers
larger : a decided acquisition. Orders booked
now and Blled in rotation after May Ist. Stock
limited. Price S2 OO per doz.; $10. OO per
100. Also M.A.K1E LOUISE, Sand struck
euttinss, Al, $10.00 par lOOO. Now read}-.
GEORGE SALTFORD, Rhinebeck, N. Y.
jWHEH WRITINa MEfOtOH THE fljORISTS' IXCHANOE
West Islip Greenhouses.
Marie Louise Violets, Ken
E. B. SUTTON, Jr.,
P. O. Address, Babylon, C I., N. Y.
Rooted Runners Ready April 15th.
100, 1000.
10,000 Luxonne S'^.OO Sl-'l 110
lO.OUO C'aliloriiia l.OO 8,011
10.0UO Ln4 inch pots. Best established
stock in the market.
$3.00 per 100 : $28.00 per 1000. Send 10 cents tor
sample. Cash with order.
NEW CANNA COLUMBUS.
The finest yellow Canna yet introduced: a
strong vigorous grower, bright green, glossy
foliage. Height, 2]4 feet; color, rich orange-
yellow, faintly dotted wilh red; flowers per-
fect, compact, sizes of Madame Crozr. Stronir
plants, out 4-inch pots. $150 per dozen; $12 00
per 100. Cash with order.
CHAS. F. SEITZER,
30 Oswego Street. - - Utica, N. V.
VIOLET CLUMPS
MARIE LOUISE. Per 100, $3.00.
ROOTED CUTTINCS
GERANIU Itf S, Double White, Pink"
and Ked $15 00 2 Ou
GERANIUMS,mixeJ,MmeSalleroi,
Lemon Verbena, Vincas Var.,
Var. Sfevia 12 bO 150
MRS. POLLOCK GERANIUM.
REX BEGONIA 2 nn
STKOBILANTHES 16 00 20.
ALTERNANTHERA, VIOLETS.. 5 UU 1 Ou
S'WEET ALYSSUM, double 1 On
SALVIA, scarlet, HELIOTROPE,
CARVATIONS 10 00 126
COLEUS, separate varieties 7 50 1 HO
mixed 6 lO 76
SNOWCREST DAISY.CYPERUS
ALTERNIFOLIUS 2 00
ROSE, Mermet, Bride, Wootlon,
liri.iesmaid 150
TRAILING QUEEN FUCHSIA
and Double White 2 00
VINCA VARIEGATA, $2.50, $4.00, $6 00, per lOO
Terms, Gash or 0. O. D
GREENE & UNDERHILL, Watertown, N.Y.
I THE
New Single Violet.
"PRINCESS OF WALES."
The best of all the new Single Violets. We have grown it
for three years aQ(i find it the most productive, holds fragrance
longer, longer stem, better grower, and as a "seller over the
counter" it is equaled by none. We have fine stock in 2 in. pots
at |1,00 per dozen, or $6.00 per 100.
JOHN G. HEINL & SON, Terre Haute, Ind.
SUPIOT-THE VIOLET KING
delivery. All plants j
Offers the following varieties of Violets for Mai
health, having been grown cold.
None of m V Violet houses are heated, thus Insuring perfect health and vigorous growth.
frlncess of 'Wales (Princesse de Galles), introduced by me from France four j-eara ago.
$1.00 per doz.; $7.00 per 100.
Princess Beatrice, new. $1.00 per doz.; $7.00 per 100.
Admiral Avellau, new. $1.00 per doz.; »7.00 per 100.
Luxoniie. 75o. per doz.; $5 UO per 100.
Petite Blue. 7.6c. per doz.; $5.00 per 100. Also a large stock ot older varieties, such as
Chambrun etc. Prices on application. Cash with all orders.
FRANCIS SUPIOT, 57th St. and Lancaster Ave., PHILADELPHIA, PA.
WHEN WRm » MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGI
VIOLETS-MY SPECIALTY.
ROOTED RUNNERS, ALL FROM GOOD PLANTS.
PRINCESSE
single V
largest and
irHBi-HHi. ; ttii-oiiK frrower and produ
Per 100, $5.00; per 1000, $46.00.
tUXONNE. per 100, $1 .50; per irOO, $12.00.
SEND IN YOUR ORIERS NOW.
LOUISE. Per
per 1000, $4.00.
LADY CAMPBELL.
60c.; per 1000, $4.00.
CALIFORNIA. Per
per l(«fli. $6.00.
CASH OR SATISFACTORY REFERENCE.
FERD BOULON, Sea Cliff, L. I., N. Y.
I WRiriNO HEHTION THE nORISTS- EXCHANGE
Buffalo.
Market News.
Flowers, generally, are plentiful and
the quality good. The call for nearly all
classes the latter part of last week being
somewhat unusual, made a demand for all
good stock, and Saturday night showed a
cleaned up condition of aSairs in this
respect.
HARMON & Burr, of Sawens, N. Y., oc-
casionally send in a few blooms of their
new white carnation, called " Genesee," a
cross between Daybreak and McGowan,
nartaklng of the character of both parents.
It is highly thought of in this vicinity. It
is to be tested in different localities this
season, before deciding on sending It oat.
W. J. Palmer, Jr. and Foreman B.
Meyers, of Palmer's Lancaster establish-
ment, left on Sunday night for a trip to
other cities, for the purpose of looking Into
the features of greenhouse construction,
in contemplation of an added range of
houses, this season.
Recent visitors : G. Krouwel, represent-
ing C. J. Speelman & Sons, bulb growers,
Holland; F. L. Atkins, of Pitcher &
Manda. ViDl.
Yorkirille, N. Y.
Geo. H. Benedict says The Exchange
is the paper to advertise in ; he has sold
out entirely all Harrlsil suitable for
Easter. He is growing a fine lot of mush-
rooms now, for which he finds ready sale.
J.S. H.
Violet &!lt[iiwlie[njPlaDtii
VIOl,ETS, Marie Louise and Czar, cold
frame stock, never had disease, young bloom-
ing size plants, $1.50 per 100 ; $14 00 per llOO.
Whole clumps, strong, $3.25 per lOn.
SXRAWBERRY I»I,ANTS, Gandy
Prize, Bubach, Chas. Downing, Cumberland
Triumph and Timbrell, $3 per 1000. Michel's
Early, $S.5S per 1000. 500 at 1000 rate.
Cash with order.
E. McNALLY, - Anchorage, Ky.
a-HEW WRmiMO MEimeN THE HOWIOT-e g«CM»»«cr
..COLEUS..
Crimson Verschaffeltii, and leading yellows,
$.5.50 per 1000; 76o. per 100. Choice assortment,
fancy leaved, $4.00 per 1000.
PLANTS.
Alternanthera, reds and yellows, fall propa-
gation, stocky, $6.00 per 1000: $1.00 per 100.
Geraniums, best doubles, $1.50 per 100.
Ageratum, blue and white. Heliotropes and
Scarlet Sage, $1.00 per 100.
Verbena, Mammoth, transplanted seedlings
of our own special strain that will produce a
very large percentage of finest colors with
large white centers. Robust plants, $4.00
per 1000.
Pansies, finest Giant and fancy mixed, nice
little plants from outdoor beds, $4.00 per 1000.
Transplanted from frames, $8.00 per lOOO.
Bugnot strain, extra, $13.00 per 1000.
100 rates by mail; 1000 rates by express. Terms
cash.
SPECIAL MAIL INDUCEMENT.
Colens, 20 beam if ul fancy leaved... 60c. per 100
Pansies, Giant and fancy mi.\ed 6nc. per It 0
Verbena, Mammoth as described.. . .60c. per 1(0
D. K. HERR, Rider tvenue. Lancaster, Pa.
Room Wanted !
And must be had at any price.
Per 1000
Ageratnm, Blue and White, rooted out-
tings $5 00
Pachsias, all the leaders, rooted cuttings. 12 00
Geraniums, best and latest flowering
sorts 12 00
Geraniums, best and Intest, 2i^-in. pots. . .20 00
1000 Double Grant, 3-in. pnts.S" 00
Heliotrope. B varieties, rooted cuttings.. 8 00
Feverfew, Little Gem 10 00
Salvia Splendeus 10 00
Geraniums—
Mme. Salleroi, rooted cuttings 10 00
Rose $2 (HI per 100
Mt. of Snow,2-in. pot 3 50 " •■
HE«OU.RTERS COLEUS
Crimson VerBChaereltii and Golden Queen,
$6.00 per ICOO.
COI.GDS in variety, $4.00 per 1000.
.600 at 1000 rates. Fifteen cent« extra per 100.
Selection of sorts to remain with us.
Cash with Order.
J. E. FELTHODSEN, Sclienectady, N. T.
WHEN WRITINO MENTION THE FLORISTS' 6XSHf 'lOE
April 3, 1897.
The Florist's Exchanoe.
367
TREES.
Evergreens, Hedge Plants, Hardy Azaleas, Rhododendrons,
Japan Maples, Best Fruits, Foreign Grape Vines and otiier
No. 1 stork for FI..iists; ill l,,wr.-,l Ira.lr rales.
FRED. W. KELSEY, 145 Broadway, N. Y.
fvORIST«^CKCHANCr
f;VERGREENS^
AKBOK VIT>^ Pyraniirtalis
aud Irish Juniper, 6 to 10 inch, well
rooted, per 1000 |15.00.
THOS A. McBETH, SpriDgfleld, Ohio,
10,000 California Privet, TiSs^'two o?
more liranches, at $1.60 per 100; $10 per 1000.
12 to 16 inchep, $1 per lOO; $8 per 1(100.
Double Pearl Tuberose Bulbs. '^."peU $iVu
per 100: $7 per 1000. No. S-3 to 4 (rood flower-
ing liulbs, 60c. per 100; S3 per lOOO; all packed
to carry safely without extra charge.
CHAS. BLACK, HIghtstown, N. J.
Small Fruit Plants,
Of all the Leading Varieties, and at
2,000,000 STRAWBERRY PLANTS,
All from new beds of my own growing.
Send for Catalogu . Address,
P. D. BERRY, Dayton, 0. P.O. Box 412.
OIIIEIITll POPPIES
HyPEIIIGIIill MOSEHimUM
$i;.i»ana $s.liO I
HOLLYIIOGKS,
100, $3.0
(Gold
- 100, 2 year old plants.
Extra strong,
$4.00 per 100.
HERBERT GREENSMITH, Rochester N. Y.
Our New Musk Melon
"The Kinsman Queen."
Best Musk Melon in cultivation. Earliest;
best in quality; greatest producer, and largest
very early melon in cultivation. Stock of seed
DOW limited. Order at once, lib., postpaid,
Jl.lO; >^ lb., 60 cts.; 6 Ilis , express, $5.00.
FRANK BANNING,
Seedsman and Florist,
KIISSIMAN, OHIO.
EBSTER BLOOmi
HARRISII LILIES, good strong plar
guaranteed right for Easter. 8 cts. a bud.
CINERARIAS, 4 inch, all in bud and blot
$1.25 per dozen.
CARNATIONS, rooted cuttings, Soott £
McGowan. $6 00 per lOliO.
WHITTON & SONS,
Wholesale Floiists, City and Green Sts., Ulica, N
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHAI
P. OUWERKERK,
1 1 23 Summit five., Jersey City, N.J.
JuBt received from our Holland
Nurseries :
RHODODENDRONS, AZALEAS.
SPIRJEA JAPGNICA, LILIUM SPECIOSUM,
PEONIES, BLEEDING HEART,
POT GROWN LILACS, HYDRANGEA IN SORTS
CLEMATIS and H. P. ROSES, m the beet.orti
PRICES MODERATE.
NEW, RARE AND BEADTIFDL PLANTS.
Lord P«nzaiioe^B New Hybrid Sweetbi'lere,
Old Gnrden lluses. New RoBes, Stanaard RoHes.
Fhiladelphna l.eiiioinei. New Lilacs, l.nn-
icera Uildebranillll, !«pirBea Anthony
Waterer, New Welgelas &.C.
h .ine Plants"" °Anrhurinnis"°° A?oCttifl»"
Orchid., New CnnnuH, &c.
ereens. [tlHgooliae. Japanese Maples, wilb
P.a;ONIES.-A large°coUectlou°of the finest In
culUi-Htlon. Hardj Perennials. Phloxes, Japanete
Iris. Uoses. Clematis, etc. New and Standard
Fruits, elo. fl^CatalOKues on applicatlon_^3
JOHN SAUL, Washington, D. C.
< WRITING MENTION 1
Vegetable Plants.
hardened. Wr
desired.
Cabbase -100,000 ready now.
Tomato -50,000 ready April 15th.
Caullflo-wer— 10.000 ready April flth.
Tomato and cabbage SeedlltiKS,
for transplanting; strong; 2>^ inches tail,
$1.00 per lOflO, prepaid.
Cauliflower Seedlings, Snowball.
iii Inches, $2.00 per 1000, prepaid.
Asparagus, strong, 2 years, Barr's and
Palmetto, $2.00 per 1000.
Trade rrlce Cist of vegetable and
other plants free.
E. C. HARGADINE,
Felton, Del.
VEGETABLE PLANTS
Successio
$1.00 per 1
TOMATO-Extra Early Red, Roya
Stone and Paragon, 15c. per 100; $1.00 per
1000.
EGG PCANTS-New Vork Improved, 25c.
per 100: $3.00 per 1000.
PEPPER— Bull Nose, Ruby King. Sweet
Mountain and Cayenne, 25c. per 100; $2. CO
per 1000
^VHITE PCUME CECERV, now
ready for transplanting, 15c. per 100; $1.00
per 11100, $8 50 per 10.000.
We are headquarters for all kinds of Vege
table Plants. If you want them in large
quantitits send for price list.
Casta wltta order.
R. VINGE!JT JR. I SON, White Marsh, Md
ASSIGNEES SALE OF
HARDY AMERICAN
PLANTS AND FLOWERS
TREES AND SHRUDS.
Fin
leric
40,000 native Azaleas, five species, vrell
budded and with balls.
Entire stock of the well-known High
lands Nursery must be sold this Spring
A great opportunity for Nurserymen
Florists, Parks and tiemeteries to secure
grand stock at assignee prices.
For lists, prices and information address
ASSIGNEE, HIGHLANDS NURSERY,
Kawana, N. C.
PEACH TREES
in quantities to suit
Single 100 or carload
lots. Grown on new
and and goo I assortmant. — .Splendid trees. — Low prices.
California Privet, $20.00 per 1,000. Osage, $3.00 per 1,000.
JOSIAH A. ROBERTS, Malvern, Pa.
RANGEAS-AI1 sizes 1 HO " 7 00
LILAC— Splendid plants 1 00 " 3 00
METKOSIDEROS (Bottle Brush) 1 50 • 3 00
KALMIA LATIFOLIA 1 !)0 " 3 00
LILIUM LONGIFLORUM 3000 pots.
TULIPS and HYACINTHS several tliousand.
A Large Stock of ARAUCARIAS and PALMS.
ANTON SCHULTHEIS, College Point (L.I.), N.Y.
Opposite R. R. Depot, North Shore Division, Trains every Half Hour.
rnORIST'SEXCHANGt
HEADQUAKTCRS FOR NIJRSERV STOCK. X '"'ZT^Z'.-Z''
Baltimore and Richmond Nurseries, : "^"-:^5£- "
BALTIMORE, MO. I ^.,,,^^\%l'.^„..
I^I^^^O^TI^IjIlNr ID-A-^T-IS iT-a-E.SEI^-2- CO- ♦ jtc.. J
E 8brubn. ^ 00 YEARS. TENNESSEE NATURAL PEACH PITS AND SELECTED SMOCK. I OOO ACRES. « •^'<^-
J
368
The Klorist*s Kxcmange.
SITUATIONS WANTED.
Rate, 10 eentfl per line (8 wordi). each I
•ertlon. Cash with order. Thla rate applies oi
to situation wanted advertisements and when i
a greenhouse; on(
C IT CATION wanted by ■
*^ huatler. flrst-ciaHH trro'
NTS
y experienced
places; Americ
florist and gardenei
rUATlON wanted
ace: good vegetable gardener, handy
Qderstands care of horses and cows.
::ITUAT10N
- B, Wheeler, care (
gITUATlON w_a
try. State of Mae
Best of reference
dress. P. O. Box 4
' York preferred,
ham. Mass.*
wanted by practical
place preferred.
31. Single, strictly sober, German descent. G. J.
t place; up-to-date
a of Florists' Exchange.
HELP WANTED.
^iV ANTED.
laa to work in greenhouse and out-
bu8i-
Care Florists' Exchange.
FLORIST WANTED AT ONCE.
Capable, energetic and Christian, U
zlass on shares. Will sell all or in
hing. W. J. OLD8. Du
Bols
FLORISTS AND GARDENERS.
Dted, for private and commercial places, super-
reauof Registry and'
H., Boston, Mass.
WANTED.
Single or married man in commercial place
near New York ; must have had good ex.
perience at rose growing; must be sober and
industrious.
Address ROSE GROWER,
Florists' Exchange.
Market Gardening.
A paper on "Some Phases of Market
Gardening," by T. Greiner. editor o£ the
New York edition of "Farm and Fireside,"
was read before the Massachusetts Society,
Saturday, Feh. 20, 1897, of which the fol-
lowingis an abstract:
At the outset let me say that the business
here has not been flourishing for some years.
The free coinage of silver in the market
garden has become a myth. The problem
is how to continue in the business, earn
enough to cover the wages of labor and
make a bare living besides. This has been
brought about by the general depression in
the vaJues of other soil product:s. aided by
the constant advice of agricultural writers.
I know I am not free from blame
See the glowing descriptions of th:
of extensive culture, of the profits of grow-
ing vegetables, the freely reiterated state-
ment that the East is destined to produce
horticultural rather than agricultural prod-
ucts, -and the sensational teachings found
in some experiment station bulletins. The
great slump in prices of cereals, potatoes,
etc., caused a' large number of farmers,
tempted by these often extravagant prom-
ises, to forsake their legitimate products
and begin growing garden vegetables. As
a result the market became flooded with
these products and prices in many instances
were forced below the cost of production.
We older gardeners met loss instead of
ayself.
For Sale.
LOCUST POSTS,
in different sizes, at 6 to 8 cts. per
foot; delivered F. O. B. cars at
station here.
JAMES R. PITCHER, Short Hills, N. J
GREENHOUSES and LAND,
» feet of K
FOR SALE CHEAP. \
N. Y, Citj, two story dwelllnir. !< ri
by steam. Good barn and dwelll
Paying business establlsbed, 5^^
land. Eleciric cars pass the door. _ _ _ „
cause tor selllnK. For further particulars address,
B. J., Florists' Exchange.
for foreman
-■res of choice
health the
■WANTED.
All around florist, quick and good worker,
oust be sober and have good reference.
9IcD.,
453 South Orange Ave., Newark, N. J.
WANTED.
A young man,
mercial rose grow
has had experience at rose
steady position for right man.
Address A. D., Florists' Eichange,
IS assistant to com-
New York; one that
! growing preferred;
"WANTED.
A good man to take charge of Nursery
and Herbaceous Department, address
liV ANTED.
A vegetable gardener, Scotch or Irish (single
preferred); none but men with good knowledge
need apply. Salary $50 monthly. Address
ROBERT niOONEV,
Springfield Avenue, SUMMIT, N. J.
WHCN wMTiNa HcrmoH THc nARina- ■
FOR SAI.E.
Greenhouse plant of 5 houses, suitable for
and now growing cut flowers ; heated with hot
water and steam. All buildings in good repair,
including house, barn and hennery, 45 feet
long, and place contains 2^ acres. For all par-
ticulars address
FRANK RILEY, 801 Genesee St., UtiGa,N.Y.
STOCK WANTED.
HARDY EYER-BLOOMIBG ROSES,
younir stock, in exchange for Caladluta
Esculentum, 2-in. cal. at $8.60 per 100;
Dbl. Tall Tuberose bulbs. No. 1
8ize. at $6.1)0 per lOOH: als • Emit, Ever-
greeu, Sbade Trees and Starnb-
W. P.'bRINTON, Christiana, Pa.
YyANTED,.^ )
SMALL PLANTS OF
Acacia
Pubescens,
profit, and the new comers found nothing
but sore disappointment. Possibly you, near
the seashore, and with the wealth of tht.
country concentrated around you, have been
less affected by these changes.
I believe we have instructed too much.
What used to be trade secrets are now
common property. Tuition has been prac-
tically free, and the masses have learned
To grow plants, the production of which
used to be the business and privilege of
the few. We have written too much in
books, pamphlets, articles, bulletins and
aided by free lectures and discussions. The
urgent appeals for the production of garden
crops have been too persistent and over-
emphatic. There is no welcome for new
comers. There are too many producers of
trash in it already. Market gardening has
now entered a stage of development in
which a thorough weeding out seems im-
perative and inevitable. Its less skilled
devotees will have to drop out, and only
to warn those who, having made a failure
of general farming, clerkship, storekeeping
or oflice-holding, intend to take up garden-
ing without previous training and experi-
ence. If our efforts to scare them off are
successful, it will be a favor to them as
well as to those already in the business.
It will prevent undesirable competition for
the latter, and save the former ceruin dis-
appointments, loss of time and money.
Really superior vegetables may suffer if the
market continues to be filled with trash,
but they seldom fail to find a fair demand
and comparatively good prices. In a few
linefi only we secure our old-fashioned good
figures.
The restriction of over-production Is
largely a local question. What special
crops one can produce with best prospects
of profitable sales is a matter which each
individual gardener must settle for himself.
To point out any special crop as promising
would cause a general rush and a breaking
down of the prices of the product thus rec-
ommended for general culture. Cheapening
the cost of production is appreciated by
the gardeners who use every new imple-
ment which purports to save he.nd labor.
He tries to get his soil in shape to produce
the largest possible yields, and he produces
a rapid succession of crops. In buying ma-
nures, most of us have blundered: in most
cases we have paid excessive prices. While
the finished product sells at cheaper rates,
the raw material generally remains the
same. We still pay old-time rates, and in
many instances even increased ones, for
stable manure. If gardeners In the vicinity
of the cities could agree to be less anxious
to buy it at whatever the seller may see fit
to ask, the latter would have to sell it for
what you might see fit to offer. In some
cases we may be able to draw on home re-
sources by making composts of dry muck,
with wood-ashes and bone or with other
forms of mineral plant foods, using this in
place of stable manure.
The majority of gardeners also use con-
centrated plant foods, and sometimes with
telling effects. I do not like to antagonize
the fertilizer manufacturers, as we need
their co-operation. Their expenses are great,
and they charge high rates for their plant
food in order to make their old-time profits.
Why should not they be satisfied with
smaller profits, when we are obliged to be?
I can see no necessity for using ready-
made mixtures in the garden, but the
strongest reasons for avoiding that course.
The mixtures sent out by various firms as
specially adapted for garden crops vary in
real value between $20 and $26 per ton, and
sell at from $30 to $40. In other words, we
pay the full value and 50 per cent, addi-
tional to make expenses and losses as well
as seller's profit,
the following:
$11.25
mixing, but all can be applied without mix-
ing, as they are easily sowed over the
ground. Acid phosphate can be slightly
moistened, worked over and sowed by
hand. When we can save $12 to $16 per
ton, we can well afford to expend a little
extra labor in application. My practice is
to sow each ingredient alone, taking pains
to distribute the proper amount.
Striking results are obtained by the use
of nitrate of soda on such crops as beets,
spinach, cabirages and cauliflowers, either
alone, as in the case of the former two, or
in combination with muriate of potash, as
in the latter tv
to the stimulativ
■it the rate of 200 to 300 pounds per acre,
and muriate of potash in smaller quantity,
both sown broadcast.
A prolific source of loss to us has been
our carelessness in selling to irresponsible
buyers and in consigning products to com-
mission merchants. With us the only safe
way seems to be to deal directly with con-
sumers, and in rarer cases with retailing
grocers, for cash only. If we have superior
vegetables, we can usually find private buy-
ers willing to give a fair price. Our way to
treat commission merchants is to give them
no chance. If we ship anything to them we
soon follow the goods, and keep watch of
the dealer's doings, until the money is in
our pockets.
Among the newer devices and methods
tew have been such a help as the Meeker
smoothing harrow. We hope, however, to
find in Clark's cutaway smoothing harrow
an implement costing less than half as
much and fully as good, perhaps better in
some ways. The Breed weeder and Bemls
transplanter are great labor savers.
Of newer methods, the so-called "new
onion culture" and the system of applying
water to greenhouse crops by sub-Irriga-
tion have made a deep impression on our
garden practices. The latter seems by far
the safest plan for lettuce beds, and it has
enabled me to grow finer, larger and health-
ier plants, especially of the hard heading
newer sorts. The bench is made water-
tight by mean^ of a cement lining, two-inch
tile pipes are laid across the bottom two or
two and one-half feet apart, the end tile
which receives the water being turned up
at an angle of forty 7five degrees.
In conclusion, let me express the hope
that the return of old-time prosperity may
be close at hand, and that we may thus be
relieved of all further anxious speculations
and doubts as to the future of market gar-
dening. We have full faith that all will
turn out well in the end.
Litt/e Falls, N. Y.
On
FRED C. BECKER,
1730 Cambridge Street,
CAHBRIDQE, MASS.
500 lbs. nitrate of soda, costing about..
,200 lbs. dissolved S. C. rock,
300 Iba muriate of potash.
2,000 lbs. $24.00
have a ton which is worth $27.90, ana
equal to a fertilizer sold by manufacturers
at about $40. Professor E. B. Voorhees sug-
gests the following formula for garden
Nltratate of soda.'. 200 lbs.
blood 200 lbs
Tankage 20O lbs.
Acid phosphate 1,000 lbs.
Muriate of potash 400 lbs.
Its cost and value Is
ferent from the other.
Some gardeners may fear the labor
Total 2,000 lbs.
terlally dif-
Florists of surrounding cities
cautioned to be on the lookout for a lady
of H,5 or 40 years, dressed in darlc clothes,
dark hat, with some red trimmings. She
is doing a flim-flam business, tendering
checks in payment of floral pieces. The
checks, on presentation, are found to be
PRpn \xr irvtavv iak. n j_ w v 1 worthless. The chief of police of this city
FRED. W. KELSEY, 145 Broadway, N. Y. would be glad of any information as to her
WHEN WRITINO MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE I WhSreabOUtS, K.
WIHTED
Enonymns radlcans >-ar„ Vlnca Minor,
ra, Aralla, per li«i; -fVbite Pine, —
) feet. Extra size Norway Maples, per luO.
8, particulars and pri(
visit to this town we called
at the Overlook Greenhouses, owned by D.
H. Burrell. Everything looked neat and
showed good care. We particularly noticed
a grand bench of Scott carnations, which
were immense; in fact all of their carna-
tions were fine. Mr. Burrell also grows a
nice assortment of roses, which were look-
ing fine, as were the violets, cyclamens,
primroses, etc.
The floral display at the funeral of the
chief of the flre department the past week
was one of the largest ever seen in the
city. Two pieces constructed by Florist
Wheadon should have mention. One repre-
sented a fireman's hat and trumpet, artis-
tically adjusted on a fire ladder; the ladder
was made of violets, the hat of primroses,
lettered L. F. F. D. ; the trumpet was made
of stocks, its bell lined with genista. The
second piece was a Cross and Crown, and
was exquisitely arranged.
Some beautiful designs and flowers were
also furnished by Miss Mary Holmes, and
her assistant, Arthur Clark, who is manag-
ing the greenhouses built here by Walter
Bonfleld, now owned by Mr. Peter Crowe,
of Utica. Miss Holmes has had some years
experience with Mr. Crowe in Utlca, and her
management here is very creditable.
J. S. H.
Fitchburg, Mass.
The house and barn belonging to Dr.
Jabez Fisher, the veteran fruit grower, oc-
cupied by bis foreman, were totally de-
stroyed by flre. The household goods were
saved, but the contents of the barn, includ-
ing two horses, one cow, tools, etc., were
burned. The fire was caused by burning
grass around the buildings.
Out for ThU Lady.
April 3, 189^.
The F^roRiST's Exchange,
369
SEEDS for Profit
. EFSwcctPcasI
m Wholesale Catalogue on application. X
I WEEBER & DON, ''^S^::^' *
J 114 Chambers St., New York City. $
2000 FARFUGIUM GRANDE,
^S.OO iwr 10(1.
2000 PHORMIUM TENAX,
C AVmiANN. 120th St.. Seventh Ave..
KMIH WRCTIWO WENTION THE rtOBISTS- tXCH«NC«
X).A.I3:31.I.A.S FOR S.A.LE I
Tliese Dahliafl have taken premiums wherever
J Ota. each : divided 1
: GREEN PLANTS READY NOW : nce. Address
W. p. PEACOCK,— Dahlia Specialist,— ATCO, N. J.
ill
BORBONIGA
SPECIMEN PLANTS, lion. 8 and ) m. li
pots, 3 feet high aud 3 feet in diameter,
above pot, in natural position, $3.00 each
200,000
BEDDING PLANTS
Of every description, from 2 to 4 mi h
pots, healthy, short and stout cool
grown plants, froiu S2.0U to Sli.llO pi r 1011
50,000
BEDDING IKD FOIIGIIIG lOSES.
Bost varieties, from 2, 3, i and 5 incli
pols, $2.50, $4 00, $8,00 and $15 00
per 100, respeetively.
SEND LIST OF WANTS TO GET
LOWKST PRICES TO ... .
NT. SXUDHR,
^WASHI^JGXOKJ, ». C.
S N i. . \ \ \
EXCELSIOR
Dwarf Pearl Tuberoses.
(Hallocli's Strain).
First size (icc <•«/), 4' _• to 6 inches, 75c.
per 100; $5.00 per 1000.
Monster Bulbs, 6 to 8 in., $1,00 per
100; $7.00 per 1000.
Second size, 3 to 4'j inches, 50c. per
loc; ^3.50 per 1000.
MIXED GLADIOLUS.
Common Mixed (chicfl)- red), ist size,
100, 50c; 1000, $4.50. 2nd size, 100, 40c;
1000, $3.50.
Monmouth Mixture, fimst strain of
Mi.xfd GiaJioliis, for Jlon'sts' use, upon the
market, ist size, 100, 75c; 1000, $6.00.
CALADIUM ESCULENTUM.
First size, 9 to
Second size, 7
1000, $40.00.
Third size, 5 1
$25.00.
inches, 100, $6.00.
) 9 inches, 100, $5 00;
100, $3.00:
THE LOVETT COMPANY
iMSKieS>T(SKtJ<^'i\'^ \ V.^iS',,' \ \
Little Silver, N. J.
370
The F=iI-ORISTS' EXOHKNGE;
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
Rooted Cuttings and Pot Plants,
Fronn Healthy Cold Grown Stock.
A few of the very desirable newer Com-
mercial sorts are :
Belli. Giroud (Calvat). A brilliant rich
crlmsim.whicli does not burn or scald. 'Tis
iirand Tor extra earlv use for cut flowers or
pot plants. R. C, $3.00 per 100: pot plants,
$5.00 per 100.
Criory of ttae Pacific. Valuable
/eiT(
grower; liirht pink. R. C, $3.0D per lOO
plants, $4.00 per ICO.
Wta. Simpson. A beautiful early pink of
large size and good color; verj- effective.
R. C, $3.00 per 100; pot plants, $4.00 per 100.
BInie. K. Pen-In rSyn. Mrs. Perrin).
A lovely pink, particularly useful for medium
and small flowers, as 'tis elegant whether one
or one dozen blooms be grown to a plant.
R. C., $3.00 per 100; pot plants, $4.00 per 100.
Mrs. H. -Wrlglit. A charming
$4.00 per lOO.
Modesto. An intense glowing yellow, ele-
gant flower, neat foliage and habit. A large
stock. R. C, $6.00 per 100; poL plants, $8.00
per 100; from 2jJ in. pots.
Rutb Ellis. An imposing high built bloom,
sets readily, delicate pink, good keeper. R. C,
$3.00 per 100; pot plants, $4.00 per 100.
Vanoma. A splendid late white variety,
very lasting. H. C, $3.00 per 100; pot plants,
$4.00 per 100.
Mrs. H. Robinson. Indispensable. The
grandest commercial white. A large stock
for immediate delivery. R. C, $~'.00 per 100;
pot plants, $3.00 per lUO.
Cbeheague, Clara Goodman, Gold Lode
Mrs. E. Buttner, Pluto and Ruialdo, are also
good commercial sorts. H. C, $4.00 per 100;
pot plants, $6.00 per 100.
Some elegant English and Continental
sorts :
Clias. Bllck, Chas. H. Curtis,
Duchess of Vork, l.lly I^ove, M.
Paiickoucke, Mme. Carnot, Mrs.
R. C. Kitisrston, Rosy Enipera-
trice, Xriomphe de St. Laurent.
K. C. $6.( 0 per lOU; pot plants, $1.50 per doz.,
$8.C0per 100.
A few highly commended Novelties:
Emily Sllsbury, Mrs. C. E. Shea,
Mrs. H. Weeks, Phoebus, Pride
of Exniouth, Edith Xabor. SO cts.
General Collection of good desirable Cut
Flower varieties:
H. L. Sunderbruch, H. W. Rieman, K. Leech
Mayflower, Merry Monarch, Mrs. Georpiana
Pitcher, Mrs. W. H. Rand, Princess Teck, Wm.
Seward, etc. R. C, $3 00 per 100; pot plants,
$4.00 per 100.
Erminilda, Ivory, Major Bonnaffon, Marion
Henderson, Maud Dean, Miss F. Pullman.
Miss Johnson, Mme. F. Bergmnnn, Mrs. J.
Jones, Philadelphia and Yellow Queen. R. C,
$2.60 per 100; pot plants, $3.00 per 100.
All the leading AMERICAN CHRYSANTHEMUM NOVELTIES at Trade Prices.
CARNATIONS.
Carnation Novelties of '97 at Trade rates.
FARQVHj^R -VIOLETS. The coming double Violet; large, early, free, and constanlly
in good color. Pot plants, 3.00 per 100; $35.00 per ICOO.
CALIFORNIA VIOLET, strong and tree. Rooted runners, $1.00 per 100; $8.00 per lOOC
^F" Cash with order.
Neville Island. 9 miles belovf
THEO. F.
BECKERT,
Clenfleld,
Pa.
LtnaEST
and FINEST
FLOWERS
VERBENAS
BEST MAMMOTH, rooted cuttings....
OLDER MAMMOTH, rooted cuttings.
BEST MAMMOTH, strong pot plants..
OLDER MAMMOTH, strong pot plan
HEALTHY
VIGOROUS
STOCK I
, $1 35; per 1000, $10 00
•)<:• Yellow Monarch.
Earliest Large Flowering
Yellow Chrysanthemum.
Japanese. Blooms certificated at New York and Boston, October 7, 1896.
Now ready, from 2^^ inch pots, excellent stock. Price, |3..50 per doz., |35.00 per 100.
DAILLEDOUZE BROS.
(Klatbusti.)
BROOKLYN, N. Y.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
StroDK rooted cuttinep of Bome of thebest.trueio
name, for|1.50per 100; Snc. per dozen.
Mrs. H. Robinson. Mrs. Jerome Jores. Golden
WeddiniT. Major Bnnaaffon, Minerva. Miss M M.
Johns 'H. Lady Playfair. Nemesia. Helen Bl<.od-
good. J. E. l.ager. Cash with order.
DAVID SCOTT, Frettonia, N. Y.
50 BEAUTIFUL
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
For$1 1 100 for $1.90) 500 for $9.
ill strorg healthy plants
No inferior varieties.
FRANK BANNING, Seedsman and Florist,
IjHByiBOTyins.
The Grandest Novelty
of the Season is
C. J. WARREN,
Tellovr Sport from Madame Carnot.
Good hard plants in May, 2.i3. each; trade.
Sis. 61., post tree, and other novelties described
in catalogue, post free, from
Chrysanthemum Specialist,
EARLSWOOD, - SURREY, ENGLAND.
nsTH^yy
STRONG
HEALTH
< CIRNITIONS
ROOTED
SUTTINGS
Per 100. 1000.
nazindy. Ivory, Bulla Fox, Tii-
40 00
Buttercup. M. H. Stanley 3 60 30 00
Bridesmaid, Meteor, Storm King,
Eldorado, Alben ini, Alaska, Day-
Dean Hole, Ronton d"Or..
Thos. Cartledge
Lizzie McGowan, Portia, W
n. Scott. 1 50 12 50
STRONG ROOTED CUTTINGS.
Aseratum, blue and ^hite..
Coleus, all leading sorts
FuchMlan, double and single
Feverfe^v, Dwarf Gem
Heliotrope, liebt and dark.
Moon Flower, true
.»! 26 »IOOO
MISCELLANEOUS PLANTS.
Fansles, fine str
Tineas Variegati
1, transplanted,
$10.00 per ICOO
nd Elegaus, 4 in. pois,
" t Tubers! Sen j ior
CHRfSlNTIIEMUMS
ROOTED 0UTTING8.
Ada Spaulding,Mm.
Bloodgood, Elinor D,
land,Olympi
Harry Mac
Johnson, Jennie Falkr
Richard Dean, Gladys Spaulding, N
ry Kobinspn, Nemesis, Pink I
LORELEI.
A line incurved flower, white, shading
tci ]iiulc on lower petals. The form and
maKe up of the flower is very distinct.
First class Certificate of C. S. of A. In
bloom from November 10th to the eud of
the mouth.
Mrs. Theo. F. Beckert.
of an innirMM slvlr. i
from N,. villi.,"! lOLh I
montli. First class C,
shapi
1 of til
.f C. !
Sui
^ ilUisli-ated in the
Florists' Exchange
_ _ :y, Mrs.
McK. Twombly, Niveus, Potter Palmer,
Mrs. S. Humphreys, J. E. Lager, J.H.Troy,
Harry May, Mrs. J. B.Crane, Frank Thompson,
Dorothy Toler, J. H. Starin, Pitcher & Manda,
Viviand-Morel, Marg. Graham.
Rooted Cuttings, $2.00 per lOO; $17.60 per 1000.
From Za in. pots, 4.00 " 35.00
Pres. w. R. Smith, Eugene Dailledouze,lvory,
Thos. H. Brown, CuUingfordii, Minnie Wana-
1 lia\i' I.esiclcs the ahove, novelties of
other raisers, as well as flfty standard
varieties, inrludiu- novelties of 1896.
Novelties of this Spring, 50 cts. each;
S.J.00 per dozen ; $35.01) per 100.
Standard varieties, from S.3.00 to SG.OO
per ItiO; all from 2; J inch pots, and in
tlie liest possible condition.
MIOOTi 3ROS., Fislil^Lill, IT.Y.'tHcO. BOCK, Hamilton. 0.
tORISTS- EXCHAHOt
NOVELTIES AND STANDARDS
Box 382. Denver, Colo.
St. Paul.
Business lifnis.
We are In the midst of the Lenten
dullness, and flowers are as plentiful now
as they were scarce a few weeks since.
Most of the growers, however, seem to
have timed their crop properly, and the
cut is not heavy. Everybody is looking
forward to a good Easter trade, and plan-
niug as big a cut as possible for that occa-
sion.
The bright days are bringing everything
along in good shape, and the return ot
Spring is lifting the gloom that has fallen
on the trade here during the Winter.
Ciirnatlons are scaree, and about the
only flower In greater demand than the
supply at the present time. Violets are
plentiful and in good demand. This
flower Is becoming more popular with the
flower buyers here, and those who have
made a specialty ot growing have
done well. The wholesale price has aver-
aged $1 per 100 all Winter, while they have
flourished and bloomed during the dark
weather, when roses and carnations stood
still, and produced but few and inferior
flowers. The California ia becoming a
great favorite, and with most growers Is
more productive and yields better returns
than the double ones. There has been a
good demand also for the double white.
In roses, for counter trade, honors are
about evenly divided between Testout and
Siebrecht, but as the latter Is not a good
keeper its utility for the average commer-
cial place is limited.
Beauty is, and always will be, a popular
favorite with the "upper ten," but the
experience of the past three or four months
of dark weather, malformed buds and
no returns for labor and fuel, should be a
lesson to our growers, namely, that the
Beauty as a Winter rose, is a decided
money loser. As a Summer and Fall rose,
it is a sure and profltable variety, but from
November to May, it is not.
In the carnation many of our growers
will always find the most profit. It is
always In good demand, can remain longer
on the plants than the rose, requires less
heat, (which in this climate is the main ex-
pense item to the florist) and In general
brings better and surer returns than any
flower grown. Carnations have sold here
ill Winter at wholesale for $1.50 and $2 per
100, while roses have only brought from $3
tote.
Harrisil are somewhat scaree, and we
look for a good demand for them for
Easter. There is a good supply of other
plants, including azaleas, cinerarias,
spiraeas, hyacinths, etc.
tround Town.
Snpt. NUSSBADMKR is making ela-
borate plans for park planting this year,
and promises to surpass all previous
efltorts.
C. A. Smith has been awarded the con-
tract for planting the Minneapolis parks.
The department stores seem to be the
thorn in the side of our Minneapolis
brethren, and trade is domoralized all the
time in consequence.
We have had the travelers with us
again— the renrssentative of Mr. Her-
mann, of New York ; two or three folding
box men ; Mr. Roberts, representing S. A.
Weller, of Jonesville, jardinieres, etc., and
several others whose faces were not fa-
miliar. Next week the invasion by the
Dutch will begin, and the " best bulbi " at
the "lowest prlceS" will be daily heard
until Holland's surplus Is worked off.
Vekitas.
The Klorist's Exchange.
371
MAMMOTH VERBENAS!
WHITTOH 4 SOUS, City Md Oroon Sts., UIIC4. N.T
GERAI>(IV9IS- Double Grant, La
Favorite, tine plants, out of 2"j irjch
pdW, s:!.60 per lOU ; S. A. ISott, ta
Favorite, Double Grant, uut of 4
in. pots, JB.oOperlUO.
CARPJ ATIONS-Daybreafe, Mc
Govtan, ^rm. Scott
I, SI.
■lOu.
PAUL MADER, East Stroudsburg, Pa.
FINE GERANIUMS.
JCO. TBI
b Verbe
.ra plants added to pay
JOHN F.RUPP.Shiremanstown, Pa-
APRIL OFFER.
Per 100
400 MBranerltes (Paris Daisy) i, in. pots .... 16.00
WILL EXCHANGE
For ^000 3 iuch pots, in good condition,
or sell for iSy.OO cash.
CHRYSANTHEMIMS
100 Ivory -iS E. Dailledouzc
■15 W. H. Liucoln .50 Yellow Queen
1'2.5 Sunrise
All are in I'i inch pots.
CHAS. P. GULICK, Kingston, N. J
BETSCHER BROS. OFFER
Very Fine Ge
Obryaambemunis, 2-ln., perlOO. i) 5
Every Floriat ahould plant Gladioli; llie<
BETSCHER BROS., Canal Dover,©
AEf||k|/% we don't claim to be,
IViraijI But our Stock is ROYAL
and Cheap, you see!
Geraniams, 40 best varieties; Fuchsias, f
varieties; Heliotropes, 3 varieties; Verbenas.
12 varieties; Coleus, Cuphsea, Daisy, Fever-
few, Salvia, Flowering Begonias, etc., all
named, 2y in. pots, our selection, $2.00 per 100.
Carnatlons, Mrs. Fisher and others, $3.01
per 100.
Chrysanthemums, line stock, 15 varieties,
$3.00 per 100.
li>oo English Ivy, rooted cuttings, strong,
$3.00 per 100.
Speak quick, send cash .
GREENE COUNTY FLORAL NURSERY,
-Wtaite Hall, III.
FINE PLANTS CHEAP.
PerlOO
rauiums. Double Grant, 2- >iin. pots... $3 00
igonia Vernon, tine, 2H-in. pots 2 00
Salvia Splendens, 2l^-in. pols
KoRIST«- EXCHtHOt
CLEMATIS ?"Sp:;;™r'iS:i«%?'i!^
DOWNING GOOSERERRILS .f^,
eUll ty strcinE plants from last year,
OffllLBA 82 50 per IW Transplanted,
HERBiCEoVs P£ONY It? iT""
CAMELLIAS.
Belmoreaua, Latania. Pandanus, Aloe,
Ktc.t cheap.
W. T. BELL, Franklin, Pa.
•HEN WRniNG MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
Alternantheras, Rooted Cuttings
Fine stock of P. Major and A.
Nana, ready April 15, at 75 cents
per 100 ; |6.00 per 1000.
HOFFMEYER, Carnegie, Pa.
WHEN wniTiNC MENTION -THE FLORIST S EXCHANGE
10,000 ALTERNANTHERAS
and Green
1 A. Nan
pots, $2.0
CHAS. T.DIRLING, Stony Brook, L. I., N.Y,
..GERANIUMS..
The very best varieties, strong plants, Ir
2^4 inch pots, ready for 1 inch. $2.60 per 1
$20.00 per 1000. Heteranthe, Le Pilotte, Wt
LUO. Selected slock of Marie Louise, roi,i,.u
runners, also California Violets al $8 pel 10 ■.
Ceo. H Benedict, Yorkville, N. Y.
WHEN WRrriNO MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGt
SPRING STOCK-SPECIAL,
tor »l. by ma:
Crest, ft; per 1(
Salvlii. Pies. C
Goode and
t Scarlet, 2.in pot
NYMPH£4 ODORATA^ ^j.^i^j'^^'^'
Giant Double and Dwf. Double Sweet ilyssum
LANTANA, Dwarf, VeUow orange.
DWARF BLUE AGERATUM, ^Z^l^
Chrysaotliemu
R.VINCEilT,Jr.,SiSON, White Marsh, Md.
BPIPELOPSIS VEITGi.
ciHms^
ITALIA, $5 00 per doz. AUSTRIA
and ALSACE, $2.60 per doe.; tine
border stock.
Hardy Pinks, including Her Majesty,
Oc. per uoz.; $3.6t perlOO. Crimson Ram-
>ler, 4 in. $2.00 per doz. Hoiiey-
luckles, Halleana and Golden, fine. 1 year,
Oc. per doz.; extra fine California Vio-
ets, fall runners, $1.00 per 100.
I CONNELL. Florist. W.sl Grove. Pa.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
Best itandard comroerclal varteties. from pots.
Mrs. BerBmaiiD. Ma]t>r B»nnatr.i«, Pbiladelpbla.
Maud Daan. Pink Lvory, M.Wauamaker, L. OanDliic.
IS. Daitledouze, L. BoBhmer, Nivetis. The Queen. U.
BaUley. W. H. Xiinculii, Ivory, lora. at $:U0 per lOU.
U. Chllds, Gulden Wedding, Kda Fraas, M. Hender-
Hon. at W.OO per 100. Hooted cuIUcks at $1.50 per 100
or: M. Wanamakef, Duilleduuze, Philadelphia, M
Dean. L. Bcehmer, L. Oanninif, lora. M "
The Queen. Pink iind White Ivory.
Casn with order.
JOHN C. EISELE,
Bounafon,
FROM THE NORTHWEST^
mums. Merry Monarch, Gli
d..uze,Ivoiy (white), H. Widei
$1 on per 100. Cash wit
ROaTED CUTTINGS.
per 1000. I'rInniOB, Dreer'o sVraln. «l :,\) per liw
Helinlrope, three var.. $1.00 per 100. Asernt uin
Cope's Pet .76c. per 100. Pjrel liruni, l.iltle Gem
(1.00 per 100. (ilnnt Dbl. A lyi.n' in. 75c. per lot
l^aruntion Piniis, McUuvtnn. I'urlla. AuroraaiK
HInze'sWnite. $10UperlOO. Aliiie »iallerai tier
nniuni.. In 2H Inch pots, 12.1.0 per 100. Mnrii
Louise Violets, In 3 inch pots In bud and bloom
II OO per 100. Cash nith order.
WM. J. CHINNICK, Trenton. N. J.
■UHCN WRITING MENTION THE FLORIST'S EXCHANcr
ROOTED CUTTINGS.
CARNATIONS-«cott, McGowan, Etc., per
100, $1.00: per lOilO, $7.60.
COLEUS— Per lOO, 76 cts.; per 1000, $6.00.
AllERATDM -Per 100, 50 ets.; per 1000, $4.00.
J. J. CONNELLY, Bryn Mawr, Pa.
THE FLORISTS- EXCHANOt
CYCLAMEN.
(STOEDT'S STK.MN )
Pink, white, red.
Z'-i in. Pots, S5.00 per 100, Casti.
EDWIN A. SEIDEWIIZ,
36 W. LEXINGTON SI., BALTIMORE, MO.
♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦•♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦♦♦
hUCUSTROLKERiSONS:
♦ Florists' Seec/, Bulbs and Supplies. ♦
I NEW 1897 SEED TRADE LIST *
X EASTER BASKET BARGAINS. I
# Wholesale only. •
L* New York : ""' 7'o'^dlL^r"- |
♦♦♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦
Alternantheras, Begonias and Reran t
Aiternaulberaa. A. Nana, R. Nana, P. Maj.i
Versicolor 750. a 100. by mail : $1.00 a 1000. ex[
Benonia Thurstonl. 50c. .. d..z.; B AyBentea
taia 40c. a doz : Mixed Varieties. 10c. a duz.
Gprauiuini., Mt. Snow. ollc. a doz: Paul Br
»2.50 a 100: $18.00 a 1000; Mme.Saller..l, lOc. a
40e'a'doz. Will park lieht. Cash with on
NoC.O.D. A., I. BALDWIN, Neivnrli, (I
LITTLE BEAUTY
FUCHSIA.
The iiest sellereverintrodiiced. Hasnoequal
as a money maker; begins to bloom profubcly
in February. Sirong plants from 2H In. pots.
■100.
GERANIUMS.
Silver Cloud, McMalion, Happy Thought,
2>«in. p.)te, $4.00 per 100.
M.». Pollock, liom2^i in. pots, $6.00 per 100.
La Favorite, the only good white, 2% in. pols,
$4.00 per ItO.
BEGONIAS.
Rex, C. L. Erdody, 2!^ in. pols, $7.00 per 100.
•■ in variety, 2!^ in. pots, $5 00 p jr 100.
The goods are aP
in. pots. Strictly (
UMGOLH I. NEFF, FLORIST,
BEGONIA
per 100
Tburstonii $3.00
A Guttata and McUelhii 2.50
Paul Bruant and Pres. Carnot 5.00
Manicata Aurea, Variegated. 2H ins. . . . 6.00
Hit9iscus, iu variety, strong 2.60
Sword Kerns 2Ji Ins., $6.00; 4 ins. 8.00
Lemon Vertoena, strong 3.00
Hydrangeas, tltaksa. Sapphire, Kamis
Piciis,:;i4 ins 3.00
Hydrausea I'aniculata Grand., 6 to 10
iiicho.s hiL'h, dormant 2.0,1
Clirysantliemums, in variety 2,0 i
Palm, bjitiiina Uorbonica.2ins 3.00
AmpelopNis Veitctlii, strong dor-
Pansies, from (
STRONG ilOOIEO CUTTIHGS
AT POPULAR PRICES.
Casta with tlie order. Per 100
Sweet Alyssum, Fuchsia $l.rO
. Clumpa, by expr
Mail us what you need.
C. W. TURNLEV, Haddonfield, N.J.
THE nORISTS- EXCHANGC
VERBENA KING
500,000 «:
Rooted Terbeua Cuttings, the
lultivatlon, true
to name, 60 cts. per 100; $6.60 per 1000;
5000 for $2.5.00; 10,000 fir $45.00, express prepaid.
No Rust or Mildew. Satisfaelion iriniran-
teed in every way. We are THE LARISEST
VERBENA OROWERS IN THE WORLD.
C. HUMFELD, Clay Centir, Kansas.
Wistaria Sinensis,
.strong.... 3.0(1
Richardia Alba Maculatu, strong..
Russellia Juncea, 2K ins. strong
- ..lyr..$3;Syr8. b.i
rs. good variety 4.1
Cochet, Gontier
4 NOVELTIES 4
Oil RYSA NTH Kill i; .lis, FrulMCena, li«'
II E l" OTR o'pE.'Le'nioinfci',' Grii'iuV
Brn.iut -.'Inch 3 00
cosmos. New DwnrI early blooni-
inic. 2 Inch . 2 00
ASTKRS. New Ji
Orders booted now.
^CHRYSANTHEMUMS.,
BenJ Giroud, Marq.'de Monln
rooted, B- ,
Henderson. Mrs. W. U. Rand, .vlerry
F. Pullman, Glory of the PaciOc. Mayflower.
KInaldo. W. W. Coles. Mrs. P Palmer, Mand
llean. Pink Ivory, Kriulnilda. MUs M. M
.b.hnson, Helen UloodBood, Mrs. U. McK.
T»ombly, »2.C0 per 100. The Q ' '
fant. MhI. BonnalTon, W. H. LInco
MntualA
W. Chllds, NIveue, etc.. at $1 SO per
(ipranii
Queen. C. Cbal.
Cloud. VIvlaiid. Morel. O.
Hirobllnnthra
Airerntuin, white and blue
4ienlat>i ICareinosa ..
ila Veriiou, seedllni
men Kobniitn, 2 ai
-aoo.
Benonla Ve
feel high, per
".'.... f.*".»S 00
GEORGE J. HUGHES, B«rlin,N.J.
372
The Klorist's exchange
SENSIBLE
ADVERTISING
PAYS.
If yours does not pay you,
consult us. Perhaps
we can help you.
ADVERTISING
IN THE
pLORIST'sExCHANGE
PAYS.
Correspondents.
The following staff of writers are resii •
lar contributors to the columns of the
Florists' Exchange.
Any items of news, subscriptions, or adver-
tisements tmnded to tliera will at once be
forwarded to the office and receive full
attention.
DAVLD UnsT 1514 Chestnut St., Phila., Pa.
BnQAKSANDKH8...1r39 Belmont Ave., Ohioagro.
Wm. K. Wood West Newton, Mass.
G. W. Oliver... Botanic Gardens, Wash., D. C.
B. A. SEIDEWITZ...36 W. Lexington St.,
Baltimore, Md.
EnOKNE H. Michel, 1620Olive St., St. Louis, Mo.
E. C. Kkineman,3U5 LowrySt., AlleKheny, Pa.
G. A. TiLTON Cleveland, Ohio.
Dan l. B. Long Buffalo, N. Y.
W. 8. Scott 736 7th St., Milwaukee, Wis.
E. G. Gillett 113 E.3dst., Cincinnati, O.
S. D. DvsiNOER, 4(9 St. Anthony Ave.,
St. Paul, Minn.
Wm. H. Mason, F. O. Box 1093, Providence, K. I.
H. H. Bergeb San Francisco. Cal.
John Hall, 409 Wilder Bldg., Rochester, N.T.
John S. Hay Oneida. N. Y.
H. YODELL Moundsville, W. Va.
John G. Esler Saddle River, N.J.
Caldwell the WooDSMAN...Bverfrreen, Ala.
R. Littlejohn Chatham, N. J.
F. L. Bills Davenport, Iowa.
Samuel MnRRAY, Prospect Ave.,
Kansas City, Mo.
J. N. KiDD, 3330 St. Joseph Ave., St. Joseph, Mo.
Wm. Clark Colorado Springs, Colo.
John Nelson Oshkosh, Wis.
Walter Mott Travelinf Representative.
S. LENTON...306S. Broadway, Los Angeles, Cal.
H. Papworth New Orleiins, La.
w. F. Gale Springfli'ld,Mas8.
Thos. Manton Eglinton, Ont.
W. WiLSHiRE,654 Sherbrook St., Montreal, Que.
Contents.
A Unique Establishment .... 3
Books Received 3
Bowling 3
Carnation Culture 3
Support, A New (Illus.) . . . . 3
Carnations 3
Catalogues Received 3
Changes in Business 3
Chicago Horticultural Society . . 3
Correspondence 345,3
Experiment Stations, The .... 3
Feeding Plants Under Glass ... 3
Hard-Wooded Plants, A Plea fob (Illus.) 3
Heating Greenhouses. (Illus.) . 334,3
Herbaceous Plants 3
Lath Shading for (3 HEENHOUSES . . 3
Market Gardening 3
Nymph.eas, Growing for their Flowers 3
Obituary:
Dr. Hogg 3
Orchids, Commercial:
Collecting in Colombia . ... 3
Some Useful Cattleyas. (Illus.) . . 3
Treatmentof Newly Imported . . 3
The New Orchid Culture .... 3
Loelias for Florists 3
Commercial Dendroblums . . . 3
Calantbes S
Vaporizing Orchids 3
Phalflenopsis 3;
Odontoglossuma 3
Raising Orchids from Seed . . .3
Brief Review of Commercial Orchid
Culture iu America .... 3
Coelogyne Cristata. (Illus.) . . .3
Illustrations . . . 833,337,329,3
Phyllanthos 3
S. A. F. Rules for Exhibition . . . 3
mED Trade Report
Soils and Pottino
Special Editiom
Sweet Pea Hetiew
Frade Notes :
Richmond, Terre Haute, Ind.
Toronto
Brooklyn, N. Y., Simcoe, Ont
Grand Rapids
Boston, Providence, Syracuse
Baltimore, Chicago, Cincinnati, Indian-
apolis, Pittsburg, St. Louis ...
New York
Philadelphia
Buffalo
St. Paul
Index to Advertisements.
MoBride A 371
Smith 0h«8E 365
Vincent R Jr ft Sons. 371
Aly,.um
OloudEJ 348
Search WmH 356
Vincent R Jr ft Sons 371
Dreer HA 309
Moulder Geo. B 360
Craig Robt...
ElUott Wm H.
Michel Henry .
Cleary ft Co iv
Gardner KM ft Co... ii
McCarthy N F ft Co. 363
McBethTA 371
Ne£f LI 371
I'lersonFRCo i
Storra ft Harriaon Co 363
Board of Trade.
National Florist.... 389
Books, etc.
Amer. Gardening... 365
Floriats' Exchange. . 360
Balbaand Roots
BergerHH ft Co J64
BetsoherBros 296
Black Ohae 367
Blano A ft Co 365
ClucasftBoddlngtou 356
ii
QallowaySJ 364
Gardiner J ft Co... 354-ii
Germain Fruit Co... 354
Hagar 0 L 364
HeinlJoa 363
Henderson P ft Co. il
Hul«ebosoh Bros. .. . 364
Jenltin's Nura 321
Jooaten OH Ii
Kennell J F il
Lamb Jaa M 354
LovettOo 369
Moon Wm HCo.... 321
MoAlllBter F E Oo . 1
UillaFB 364
Onwerkerk P 367
Pierson F R Oo i
Pitcher ft Manda... 838-1
RolkerAugft Soue.STi'iv
SohillerJL 354
SchmitzFW 0 354
Shepperd Mra TB.. 364
StelHngs J W Ii
Slorre ft Harrison Co 363
TeasEY 364
Van HoutteLonia... 320
HillEQftCo
Cacti
Shepherd Mrs T B..
CamelllaB
BellWT
Allen OhaaH
Berckmans P J ;
Blanc A&Co I
Olucas ft Boddington
Connell Benj 371
Oottage Garden! 318
EUzabeth NuraCo.. 321
May Jno N 323
Rowehl ft Granz 369
Seitzer OF 366
Seawanhaka Gha... 36U
Shellroad G'h'a Co.. 357
SpauldingTH 348
Slorrs ft Harriaon Co 363
White Jno iv
Vaughan'a Seed Store
355, 369, ii, iv
Carnatloaa
Allen CE 367
BathEH 347
Battin.CS 367
Beach Jas E . . ..... 316
Beckert T F 370
Bool Floral Oo 348
Breitiueyer J ft Son 346
BuckbeeH W 347
Ohinard h 346
OloudEJ 348
Connell Benj 371
Connelly J J 371
Cottage QardenB..318-346
DaleH 357
Davis A B ft Son 371
Dorner F ft Bona Co. 346
Fryer E 366
GraUert ft Oo 346
Hacketl JohnftCo.. 347
Harriaon John
HeinlJoa
Herr AM
Hopp ft Lemke
Hoyle A W
JahnBroa
Knapper A
Leach J ft W
Logan av Oreenh'a
Long Daniel B
MaderPaul
May Jno N
Meadow View Green-
Morrla Floral Co
MyeraftSamtman..
PennockC J..'.'.'.'.'.'.
Eillabury Q ft Son..
Kagan H L
Reimers Chas W
Relnberg Bros
Renard Job
Schneider Fred
Siebert C T
Smith N ft Son
SpauldingTH
StelnhoffH 0
TaylorEJ
Weber H ft Sona.. ..
Whitton ft Sons
Wood Bros
WyniDgsBP
Uhrysantlleinui
Allen 0 E
Banning Frank
Beckert T F
Bock TL
Cottage Gardeua
Dailledonze Bros....
EggertEdw
EiaeleC
ElieleJO
GiilickOP
Hackett John ft Co.
HillEGft Co
HuRheaGeo J
Kirkland A K
I^ach J ft W
MayJnoN
ScottDavld. ..!!!!'!
Smith ChasE
Smith N ft Son
SpauldingTH
Vincent KJr ft Son.
Wells W
WillmoreW W
Wood Bros
CoIeuB
CavanaughMraM..
OloudEJ
Connelly J J
Emmana Geo M 346
FelthouBon J E 366
Gaskill G W 371
Herr D K 366
MoBride A... . 371
Morris Floral Co.... 366
Search W H. . 36.-.
SmithCE 165
Coriuo^
Bock Wm A 349
HugliesGeu J 371
Cn< Klowera
Allen JK 352
Allen W S 362
Baker' W J. '.'.'.'.!. '349-362
Baaaett ft Waabburn 362
Bock Wm A 349
DaleH 367
Dumonl&Co 362
Elllaon Wm 363
Fitzg'ldftHammond 362
Fleokenatein Ohas Q 353
Ford Bros 362-353
Qunther W H 362
Hart Michael A 350
Hoffmann HA.. .350-3.'j2
Horan EC 361-35J
Hunt E H 352-353
lUinoisCutFlowerCo 363
Easting WmF. ... 362
Kennlcott Broa Co. 963
KilbournR 349
Ring Jas M 363
Kaahn O A 363
Lang JuUna 352
Langjahr AH 363
Lynoh WE 352
McCarthy ft Oo . 360-363
McKeUar Ohas W... 353
MUlangP 352
Mullen Geo 363
National Plant Co.. 363
N T Cut Flower 0( . 352
Pennook Samuel S. 3)3
Pnrdy ft Blauvelt... 362
Randall AL 362
ReldEdw 352
lerg Bros 362
BParkFlOo... 353
.... 362
.851-362
Sutherland G A .... 363
Traendly ft Bchenok
Fertillzera
American Jadoo Co. IV
LittlefleldHP ..317-319
PeteraJobn J Oo 319
Walker Ferl. Co.... 319
Flovter Pot». in-.
Blanc A ft Co 365
Erneal W H 312
Hews A H ft Co 342
Hilflnger Broa 342
Home Rattan Co 312
Keller Broa 342
McCarthy N. P. ft Oo. 363
Pittsburg Clay Mfg
Aug.
Bogen
Rolkei
Welch Broa
Wora 0. W
Young John
Croton
Berckmana P J -
1-352
369
Cottage Gardena .
Keniston J A
Knapper Albert..
Moon Wm H Co..
Peacock W V
ShellroadG'house Co 367
Decorative Goods,
Evergreens, Cut
Ferns. Btc.
Baldwin A J 363
Bayeradorfer H ft Co 317
Ellloit Wm H 314
Germain Fruit Co... 364
Highlands Nursery.
320-849
LimbrechtS J 349
aiokaeokerOhaiH... 349
Decorative Plants
Bader. Jno 320
Baker ChaaF.. 320
Becker, Fred 0 320
Bell WT 371
BergerHH &Oo.... 354
Cottage Gardena 318
Craig Kobt 369
Dreer H'y A 309
FosterLH 349
HeacockJoB 320
Heaser W J 32')
La Boche ft Stahl Co 320
McCarthy NF&Co. 361
Merkel&Son 371
Michel Henry 319
Pitcher ft Manda ... 338
Ragan H L 361
Roebra Julius 320
Schmllz PW 0 320
Scott Jno 320
Sturter N 369
Van Houtle Louis... 320
WittboldGeo 320
Young J W 320
Busier Plants
349
Ouwerkerk P. .
Pennock S3..
Schultbeia A .
StorraftHarrison Co. 363
Vick &H111C0 316
Whitton ft Sons 367
Echeveria.
Allen CE 357
Engines
Bider-EricBson Co.. 313
Charter Oaa Eng Co. 313
Eiehange
OulickC P 371
Leach J ft W 357
Shellroad Gre6nhouEe357
Exillbllians
Rolksr ft
Svraouae Pottery
WhiUdin Pollsry
PruH Plants
Bailer F A 371
Berry B D 367
Black Chas 321
Blanc A ft Co 365
Bordett F 321
Kplaey F W 367
McNallyE 366
Moon WmH Co.... 338
Storra ftHarriaonOo 863
chain
NeffL.
G-lionse BnlldinK.
Healing and Ven.
tilating Materials
Abendroth Bros 313
Brockway-SmitliCorp343
Carmody'jD 311
Cliadborn- Kennedy
Mfg Oo 343
Ooldwell-Wilcox Oo. 313
Oowen'sNSonB 311
Deitaoh Aft (3o 813
aibUn ftOo 311
HarriaLft Bon 348
Hlppard E 313
Hitohlnes k Oo.... 339
Kay Wm H 313
LooMlandLumber Oo
313-342
Lord ft Bnmham Oo 310
Mi'chell Heater Oo . 343
Pierce P O Co . . . J
Plenty's Horticul-
tural Works a
Quaker City Machine
KeiperB os
McBelhTA
PiUsbury, IL
Pitcher ft Manda. .
Rupp, J F
SeawanhakaGhses.. 360
867
Tnrnley, C W
Woo i Broa
M..«» and Pea
Mushroom Spa
Gardiner John ft Co. 354
; Jno
320
Black Ohaa .
.-367
Davis 'f Nuraery Co. 367
Elizabeth Nura Co.. 321
F ft P Nurseries .... 321
Galloway S J 364
Heinl, Joseph 363
Highlanda Nuraery. 367
Jenkins Hurs 321
Kelsey.P W 367
Lake, D8 367
Longadorf 0 L 321
MacBeth.TA 367
Moon Wm H Co. 321-338
Parsona ft Sons Co. . . 321
PuUen Alei 321
JJ
Saul, John.
367
Rider-Ericason Co..
Roberts Mach'e Co..
Scollay J J
Wolf AQtBrc...
Wood Glass Co.. ..
Second Hand
Geiunluma
OeoH 371
BoemerPred 320
CavanaoghMra M.. 371
DoyleJA 363
Emmana Geo M.... 346
Everitt ft Insall 871
Gaskill Geo W 371
Harris, 0. A. ft Co... 867
HerrD.K 36J
Hill, E. Q. ft Co 369
Mader. P 371
McBride. A 371
Michel H'y 849
Morris Flor. Oo 366
Herr Albert M 346
Herr, D K 366
Jennings E B. ... 357-360
Jennison WC 367
Kraus, M.E 367
Munich, Geo.
SoItauCft Oo 357
TimermanH H 367
Whitton ft Son 367
Primulas
CavanaughMrs M... 371
Logan Ay G'houaea.. 367
Refri-erators
tLI.
Kagan H L 361
Rupp,J.F 371
Smith ChasE 366
StorrsftHarriaon Co. 363
WyningsB P 367
For Sale. To Lease. . . 368
Hall Insurance
Florist HaUAas'n.... ii
Heliotrope
Baldwin A J 371
Herr,D. K 366
Hughes, Geo. J 371
Smith Ohaa E 366
Hibiscus
MurpheyRH 869
Nanz & Neuner 359
Boerner Fred 320
InsectlGldes aiifl
Fungl.ldes
Broom WoodMtgCo. 342
FauBtHGftCo...... 319
Garrett.Chas.C.ftCo 343
Hammond's Pt Wks. 819
LouiBTllleTob'co Co 319
Pierson, J. C 319
Rolker A ft Sona 339-342
Skabcura DipCo.313-319
Stoothoff HA... 316-363
Lar
Vincent H J
871
Misi
BetacherBroa 371
Chlnniok W J 371
Cunningham Jos H. 371
Dreer Hy A 8 9
Eggort, Edw 366
Eiaele, 0 347
Everitt ft Insall 371
Felthouaen J E . ... 366
Fryer E 355
Fuhr.Tbeo. 3S6
Asmua E 863
Blano AftCo 365
Bradbury, Joaeph.. 363
Burton. Jno 859
Connell Ben] 371
Oraig', Robt!.'!!!!!.'! 369
Crane, S 821
DaleH 367
Dorrance Benj 363
Doyle J A 363
Drerr, Hy A 309
Eggert, Edw 356
Elizabeth Nrsy. Co.. 821
Heikes. WP 363
Heinl, Joseph 363
Henderson, John Oo. 369
Hill.EGft Co 869
Jackion Si Perkins
Oo 322
Joosten OH 361
La Boche ft Stahl Co 320
Little W S ft Oo 359
May John N 323
Merkel ft Son 371
Moon W H Co 321
Moore Frank L 322
Mnrphey R H 359
Nanz ft Neuner 359
Newport Nuraery Co. 861
Ouwerkerk P 367
Pierson F R Co i
Rackham Geo 359
Relnberg Bros 369
Scott Robt ft Son. ... 363
SmilhWC 369
Storra ft Harriaon Oo 363
TeaaE Y 364
Vincent B Jr ft Sona 371
NatPlantOo 303
Sasit
LocklandLumberCo 342
Beaulleu H 316
Blanc A ft Co 366
Burpee WA ft Co 316
Cal Nuraery Oo 315
Clucasi Boddington 366
Dreer Henry A 309
Elliott Wm ft Sons., ii
Gardiner John ft Oo.
315, 364, ii
Germain Fruit Co. . . 364
Jackson ft PerkinaCo 315
Jennings B B 860
Lehde J G ii
LovettOo ii
McAllister PE Co.. . 1
Pierson FROo i
Pitcher ft Manda... 838
Bolksr AugftBonE.371^ iv
SohillerJL 316
Semple Jaa 816
Shepherd MraTB.. 364
Sunaet Seed Plant Co 3|6
Woeber&Don.... 369
Sllruhs. Floweilng
and Oinamenlal.
BallerFA 371
Crane S 321
Davis'F Nursery Co. 367
Elizabetb NurBUo... S21
Highlands Nursery. 361
Jenkins' Nurseries.. 321
Kelsey Fred W 367
Lamb J M 864
Moon WH Co.... 821-838
Ouwerkerk P. . 367
Parsons ft Sona Oo. . 321
Saul Jno .,367
Storrs ft Harriaon Co 863
Van Houtte Louis. . . .320
Smilaz Plants.
Bailer, F. A 371
Boerner Pred 320
Herr A M 346
Kilboum R 849
Munich Geo 267
Shepherd Mrs T B. . 364
Suuplles and
Hequlsltes
Amer Jadoo Co iv
Bayeradorfer H ftOo 317
Blanc Aft Co 366
Boston Letter Llo . . . 817
Cauaae AL 317
OlarkEBft Sona ..! 319
Couley John it Hon.. 369
D. L. M iii, 866,361
Diamond Printing Oo 339
Elba ft PoUwortu... 317
Elllaon W 863
FaustHG* Oo 819
HendriiWW 317
Herrmann A Iv
HuntEH 363
McCarthy NFft Co.. 353
Meyer Jno O ft Co.... 317
Myers ftCo 339
Rolker A ftSone..
Tools, etc.
nningP ,
own Bag Filling &
DemingOo 339
Dreer Henry A 309
Florists" Shear Co. . . 339
JagerChas JCo.. .. 313
Kay Wm H 313
King ft Knight 313
Littletteld HP.. .317-319
PiercePOft Oo 318
Scollay Jno A 313
StebbinsEMtgOo.. 317
Wbitney-Noyes Seed
Woodason Thos
Vegetable Pla
367
Moon Wm H Oo 338
Pullen Alex 321
Vincent BJrftSon. 367
Olllon J L 366
HerrD K 366
HeinlJoa 363
HumfeldO 371
Whitton ft.Sons 371
Wood Bros 370
Vines anacilmner
ABchmannG 849
BaUerFA 371
Boulon Fd iv
Connell Benj 371
Dreer Henry ,
Elsele 0
EngleW J.
367
Elizabeth Nura. Co. . 321
Herzog Wm 308
Moon WHOo.... 321-338
Pitcher ft Manda 338
Ouwerkerk P 867
Seawanhaka Greenh 360
Storra ft Harrison Co 363
TeasEY 364
Violets
Batson S 866
BeckertT P 370
BenedictGH 371
Boulon Fd 366
Cloud E J 318
Counell Benj 371
FryerE 366
~reene ft Underbill. 366
Heinl J a ft Son.... 366
Herr A M 316
Merkel ft Son 371
McNaUyE 366
Niemeyer HA 848
366
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?0L. IX. NO, 15.
NEW YORK, APRIL 1 0, 1
One Dollar Per Year.
...NEW CHRYSANTHEMUM...
MISS LOTTIE D. BERRY
(Certificated under the name of Garret A. Hobart.)
Large pure white incurved Japanese, very full and double, borne on a good,
strong, stiff stem, well furnished with foliage up to the flower. Blooms in
mid-season, and is a first-class keeper. Certificate Chrysanthemum Society of
America, November 7, 1896.
Price: 50c. Each; $5 Per Doz.; $35 Per lOO.
Also all the new varieties of other growers at their prices.
INTRODUCTIONS OF 1896.
Alonzo, Henry llurrell,
Miss L. Magee, Modesto, Mr
Mrs. Win. C. Egan, Mrs. \\
lOO.
STANDARD
iidiana, Infatuation, Lenawee, Marion Cleveland,
. Harry Toler, Mrs. H. H. Battles, Mrs. Perrin,
P. Kaynor, Nanshon, Pluto, Riverside, Yanoma.
VARIETIES.
Mrs. A. J. Drexel, Mrs. Geo. West, Mrs. Henry Robinson. $5 Per I OO.
Dean Hole, Eugene Dailledouze, H. W. Rienian, J. E. Lager, J. H. Troy,
Latest Fad, L'Enfant des Deux Mondes, Louis Boehmer, Major Bonnaffon, Marion
Henderson, Marie Louise, Miss Agnes Louise Dalskov, Miss Georgiana Pitcher,
Mrs. Alpheus Hardy, Mrs. George J. Magee, Mrs. Geo. M. Pullman, Mrs.
Higginbotbam, Mrs. H. McK. Twombly, Mrs. Jas. B. Crane, Mrs. S. F. Murdock,
Mutual Friend, Niveus, The Queen, Viviand-Morel, W. B. Dinsmore, Yellow
Queen. $4 Per'IOO.
Dorothy Toler, Erminilda, Ivory, Minerva, Miss Florence Pullman, Mrs. E. G.
Hill, Nemesis. $3 Per 1 OO.
POMPON CHRYSANTHEMUMS, $4 Per lOO.
(For Varieties see
Trade Lis
PITCHER & MANDA, Short Hills, N. J.
JOHN N. MAY, Receiver.
COCOS WEDDELIANA.
NEW CLIMBING
7ELLOW HUMBLER
ROSE.
The Only Hardy Yellow Climbing Rose Yet Introduced.
A Worthy Companion to the Wonderful Crimson Rambler.
Thia new Hose bids fair to have as wonderful a sale as its predecessor, tlie Crimson Rambler
3 have a large stock of it, and offer it at the following exceediny;ly low prices, viz.:
Strong; Plants, 2!4 Incti pots, 92.30 per doz.; 4I15.00 per 100.
" " 3'A " 3.50 " 25.00 "
Full description of this valuable novelty, also a beautiful colored illustration of same, (
Jroduction of a painting by the celebrated artist, Paul deJLongpre, will be found Inoui
icriptiye catalogue, which will be sent on application to any one who may not havt
rrsiippi. j^j^ pQ^g^ ppgj CARNOT
In any quantity, fine,
healthy plants, 2J4 -inch pots, at $16.00 |pet
?foVhr WINTER-FLOWERING ROSES
is large and in exceptionally fine shape. We offer all the leadint; varietie
Perle, Bride, Meteor, Bridesmaid, Blnie. Cuslii, »5 per 100 ; «40 p(
SiDie. Oarolliie Testout. Kaiierin Augasta
Victoria and Mrs. Plerpont Morean «e per lOO; »50 per 1000.
American Beauty »9 per 10(1; »80 per 1000.
Our Wholesale List and Complete Descriptive Cataloyue will be Sent Free on Application
to any who may not have received them.
F. R. PIERSON CO..
TARRYTOWN-ON-HUDSON, NEW YORK.
TUBEROUS BEGONIAS AND TUBEROSE PEARL
At lowest Wholesale Kates in Quantity. Write for Prices.
SEL-^ FOR OUR PRICE LIST OF
If You Have Not Received One.
FLOWER AND VEGETABLE SEEDS IN PACKETS.
We Do Not "Commission" or Place Seeds Out "On Sale.'
seeds put up in handsome colored packets f'
'hese Packets, besides having a lithograph of i
I the front, have a description of the flower a
- - -"■ - -• ' ■" -prin
and address, which 1
1 1000 lots or more. SEND FOR SAMPLE,
Price of Peas, Beans and Corn in Packets, $4.00 Per 100
DWARF PEARL TUBEROSE BULBS, 4to6inchesin
circumference, $7..50 per 1000.
TUBEROUS ROOTED BEGONIAS, sound stock. 6
colors, separate, |3.00 per 100.
C LOXI N I AS, named varieties, $5.00 per 100.
In Making Up Your Order for Florists' Flower Seeds, Don't Fall to Include Soma
mn m\m immifliiEm m^^rn^
F.£.|ncSlllliTEBC0.'t:ir69GO[ll!lDIIISt.|l.!.
Do we have to have
Canna Burbank?
No ! The past four years have shown there are very few things you
But
Have to Have
for more than four years the Florists of the world
have been looking for a Pure Yellow Canna.
I pv- J.K51 «-« L" ^^ have practically a pure yellow, a flower in size
ll DUlL/dlllv more than twice as large as Madame Crozy, semi-
double ; and a plant with magnificent musa-like foliage and a constitution
equal to the old Robusta. Austria is not a substitute for Burbank. It is
unsalable at 15c. each. Burbank SELLS at $8.00 per dozen, prepaid ON cash
orders.
Read the unanimous statements of the S. A. F. Canna Committee. Ask
any Chicago Florist about it. Can be ordered at 14 Barclay Street, New York.
C. W. Ward, of Queens, also sells it.
Vaughan's Seed Store, S::s"ur;r'-
374
warf Pearl, Ist size, very floe
bulbs, 81 per lOO; $7 per 1000.
Besoiilas, single tuberous rooted, separate
colors, 60c. per doz. ; $3 per 100.
Gladiolus, fine mixed, Jl per 100; S8.50
per 100(1.
Gladiolus, white and light, mixed, $1.75
per 100; $15 per lOOO.
Gloxinias, mixed. 60o. per doz.; $4 per 100.
Lily Auratum, 9x11, flrst-class condition,
$6 per 100; $55 per 1000.
Itladeira Vine, extra strong roots, $1.60
per 100; $13 per 1000.
SWEET PEAS.
Blanctae Kerry 30c. per lb.
Butterfly 30c.
Boreatton 30c.
Fine Mixed 26c.
Emily Henderson 35c. "
Invincible Carmine 30c.
Lottie Ecteford 40c.
Eckford's Mixed 30c.
Elliott's Rainljow Mixture $1
WM. ELLIOTT & SONS
NEW YORK.
WHEN WRITIWa MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
Some of
Our Import Prices.
Per 1000
Miniature Byacintha, in 3 separate
colors $8.00
Bedding Hyacinths, in 3 colors 16.00
Cheap Named Hyacinths, in 10 sorts... 24.00
Al. Hyacinths, in 10 sorts 36.00
TULIPS.
Scarlet Due van Thol 2.60
Waterloo 6.50
Ohrysolora 6.60
Kelzerskroon 6.00
LaReine 2.75
Proserpine 12.50
Rose Grl8 de Line 10.60
Yellow Prince 7.60
Murillo 11.60
Tournesol 10.00
Narcissus von Slon 10.00
Spiraia Compacta 26.00
ENGLEWOOD, N. J.
SPECIAL OFFER.
SWEET PEAS.
Apple Blossom, rony-plnk.
Blanche Ferrj, pink and
Mrs. Sankey, white....
Queen of England, white.
Dorothy Tennant, mauve.
Lady Penzance, rose
Blushlna Beauty, pink....
Lotlle Eckford, lavender..
Dnke of Clarence. roES-ct
Emily Eckforjl,
Qalely, white an.
Princess Victorli
Prim '"
Ovid
CardinBl, Bcariet fjn.
Primrose, yellow 20c
Capt. ot the Blues, blue 20c
§2;s;s?f c°h'oSS,?e°a"n"'d X^'^::::\:::::::.\: ^
Empress of India, roey-purple and white... 20c
Isnea, crimson-ecarlet 20c
All coloTB, finest mixed I6c
Add 8 cents per pound extra If wanted by mail.
JOHN GARDINER & CO.,
P.O. Box 1306. Philadelphia Pa
THe Florists- Exchange.
WE ARE
HEADQUARTERS
For California Grown
Fmia HefraGta mi
GALLA ETHIOPIGA,
LITTLE GEM CALLA.
Delivery Commences July.
IIIIUM LONGiriORUM [IIMIUM Y[liUM
JAPAN
CROWN
The BEST sort of LongiBorum for forcing. (Delivery from August.)
Send for our NEW Price List of above and other Summer Bulbs, Palm Seeds, etc
SPECIAL NOTICE!
To introduce to the TRADE the great and desirable Novelty,
Lyqodium Japonicum
(Climbing Fern), equal, if not superior in all its uses to Smilax, having the
advantage of being something NEW, vee will deliver during the month of
APRIL only, strong plants, each for 20 cts.; 10 for $3.00 ; 50 for |7.50.
Mail or Express paid. The vines of this fern attain length of 8-10 ft.
Address all Communic
H. H. BERGER & CO., San Francisco, Cal.
ESTABLISHED 1818.
BEGONIAS, TUBEROSES and GLADIOLI.
"- ■ ~ " - ..__,.. .™ I^ooted Hegonlas. Sinirl©, larup elze. In 4
-' i foUowlM prloes:-IUO lor 88.001 600
-Large slz» »t tl.OO per 100: KIO for «a00: LOW
OLADIOLI-Finest mix'eircoiora on the"market. Ijitge size, «Ll!0 Jot lot; M for «4J«)-
lOOO for S7.S. Ssiond rill, rere to flower this Snmmer, 60 oentB pel ><»;6W for «i«); 1,000 f- - -
All thpae BnlbB nre t\ie best on ti.e, market, and I K,narantee_satUfaction.
I have to offer an Extra Choice lot of Tuberous
Kparate ooIoib— ^vhite. pink, yellow and scarlet— at I
foriSS.OOl I.OOOror SiS.OO.
EXCELSIOR PEARL TUBEROSE BULB3-La
for J4.U0. Second size at «J cents per UW ; 60U for «1.60 ; I.1K10 f
to be spTit by express or frelffnt. If larKerqnaniuieB are wauveu, a
bat nil ordem will be tilled promptly aalonn as it remama nnsold. Address
F. B. MILI^S, Seedsman. Box 200, Rose HiU, MeMr Vorfe
:GET THE BEST:
ASTER SEED
of the celebrated Semole AstCF, mixed. Separate colors
all sold except pink. "^ Seed well cleaned, plump and good.
Crop of 1896. For sale in any desired quantity by
JAMES SEMPLE, Box 2, BELLEVUE, PA.
GLADIOLI^
DEALERS AND FLORISTS.
Not cheap stuff to be gotten rid; of at any price, but
HIGH GRADE,
at reasonable rates. Price List" on application. State
quantity desired.
CUSHMAN GLADIOLUS CO.,
Mention this Paper. EUCLID, O.
EEDS for Profit
SwcctPcasI
Ota I
SI
FLORISTS'
FLOWER
^ SEEDS
T*. Wholesale Catalogue on application.
I WEEBER & DON, «^a'o'd^"fe°r
JlJ 114 Chambers St., New York City.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORIST'S EXCHANOI-
JCST KECEIVED FROM JAPAN
JAPANESE IMPERIAL
CONVOLVULUS SEED.
Very bright, plump and well cleaned. Grown by
H. E. Amoore. an American, resident In Japan for
25 years. A mixture of the finest and most carefully
selected strains. $4.00 per lb.; $30 00 per 10 lbs. Order
at once. Supply limited. Terms net cash 10 days
JACKSON & PERKINS CO., Newark, New York.
WHEN WKfTING MENTION THE I
PALM SEED.
G&LIFORNli NURSERY GO., Niles, Gal.
NOW IS THE TIME TO ORDER
FRESH STOCK,
JUST ARRIVED.
Amaryllis Johnsonii,
Extra large bulbs.
Lilium Auratum,
9.\;11 only.
Send me your list of such stock you
will need the coming season, and I will
quote you my bottom prices for first-
class goods.
F. W. O. SCHMITZ,
.-JERSEY CITY, N. J.
WHEN WmtlWO MENTION THC FLORISTS' EXCHAWQI
HEADQUARTERS FOR
Gallas m Freesia Bullis
PAMPAS PLUMES,
Palm, California Tree and Flower Seeds.
Please let us book your orders for
BULBS at once
ASK FOR SPECIAL PRICES.
GERMAIN FRUIT GO. Los Angeles, GaL
Wa.hliietonts robuBtn, '..... _.60 3.00 7.60
Zamlu ifiteerlfoUi., . . .... 7.M
AHDUroiruH DiuniO(>u.niinu.(tnrue), 1.60 18.60 3i>.00
ArSl.l. en-Sulot. (true), .... 1.26 1000
A full line of Conifer Seeds now in Btock.
J. L. SCHILLER, Rutherford, N. J.
MENTION THE FIOBIST'S EXCKdMOE
The F=i-orists' Exchange.
375
SEED IDE EEPOST.
Points and Information from seedsmen, and all
Interested In this column, solioited. Address
Editor Sbbd Trade, care of Florists' Bx-
OHANQB. P. O. Box 1697. New York.
New York.— W. Atlee Burpee, Philadel-
phia, was a visitor this week.
Long Island Seed Crops.— The seed
Growers on Long Island have nearly com-
pleted their Spring work on their crops
which are being grown for seed purposes,
and the outlook is as follows :
Cabbage. — The acreage planted last
year was much less than for a number of
years past, from the fact that some of the
contracting parties are heavily loaded, and
are or were offering seeds for less than the
price paid the growers. But the seed put
away has kept remarkably well, and has
never made a better appearance in the
fields at this season of the year than now.
We have not found a field but what has
set as large an acreage as was put out last
year, and there does not appear the least
sign of stem-rot, which is the first enemy
to be dreaded. With favorable weather,
which for all the brassica family, on Long
Island, means dry weather, there will un-
doubtedly be a heavy crop, although there
is no such a thing as certainty with this
crop. Should the weather be warm and
wet, stem rot and blight will do their
fatal work. Should it be dry and hot, the
cabbage louse is apt to come In swarms,
while heavy rains, when the plants are in
flower, always indicate short crops, if not
total failure. Again, should every con-
dition be favorable until the crop is ready
for the harvest, heavy losses are frequently
created by excessive rains, which causes
the seed to shell out, or to rot in the pods,
80 the grower is never sure of a crop until
it is in bags. We can safely say the
present indications are favorable for an
average crop from much less than the
usual acreage being put out last season.
TUKNIPS — This crop is never a large one
on Long Island, simply because our far-
mers cannot and will not work as cheap,
or for as low wages, as do their competitors
in other countries. Ruta bagas are grown
considerably here for seed purposes, from
the fact that a better quality Is raised here
than in any other country, that is, f
table vegetable, which is about all the use
we have for this crop. All our turnips have
kept through the Winter splendidly ;
scarcely a root was lost from rot, and the
healthy ones are making a vigorous
growth. With the same climatic con-
ditions that are favorable for a large yield
of cabbage, we can expect a large yield of
turnip seed.
Kale —Owing to the excessive dry and
cold weather of last Autumn the kales did
not make as large a growth as could be de-
sired,but all the stocks have wintered with-
out the least injury from freezing, and the
plants are making a rapid growth. If we
are spared a spring drought we shall un-
doubtedly have more than an average
crop.
Spinach —This is not much grown as a
Winter crop, for seed purposes, on Long
Island, but there is quite an acreage raised
of a variety in the trade, which has a local
reputation. This has wintered remarka-
bly well and has started finely. Consider-
able of the Savoy-leaved or Bloomsdale
variety is grown here, but always as a
spring crop; this is now being put in under
favorable conditions.
Brussels Sprouts.- This is the coming
money maker for the market gardener, and
that as soon as the growers get to study
the market and not rush their product in
until it becomes a drug. To-day a quart
of sprouts will net the farmer as much
as a bushel of potatoes, which Is 30 cents
This vegetable has been greatly improveti
by our seed-growers by selection, and
while the demand is light, relatively, there
18 getting to be quite a call for sprouts.
That being grown for seed purposes is
looking quite as well as are the cabbages
The mammoth dill, which has but a
local reputation, is now being sown, and
the crop will be harvested in September
This is another plant that finds a congenial
home on Long Island and has been greatly
improved by selection here. The improve-
ment in this herb consists in its stronger
habit and in its keeping green the entire
European Notes.
The vernal equinox has brought with it
very welcome change, and a fair amount
of bright sunshine has been registered
every day during the past week. The
usual gales accompanying the season are
caking over the surface of the earth on the
strong lands where our rutabagas are
standing, and we shall soon want a few
showers to enable us to properly move the
soil. Turnips, such as Milan, Munich,
and purple-top strapleaf, are bolting to
seed in alldistricts,buta judicious topping
will restrain their energies until the
proper season arrives.
much healthier than we had expected.
In all the foregoing the very short acreages
planted must be taken into consideration
in estimating the probable yield, and its
influence on the value of stocks on hand
apace, but a detailed report
layed for a few days.
The second March meeting of the Royal
Horticultural Society In London is usually
of great interest to seed and bulb mer-
chants, and this year's display has been no
exception to the rule. The fight for the
premier position with cinerarias has been
short, sharp and decisive. It is refreshing
to find Douglas writing to minimize the
value of the award very justly made to
his collection. No other grower has come
forward to challenge the decision of the
judges, so that James and Douglas remain
in possession of the field in the order
named.
While the blooming qualities of hya-
cinths have been a euhject of general com-
plaint this season, the lot staged by
Cutbush was equal to anything of the
kind exhibited during the past ten years.
The Rev. Eugleheart was to the fore
again with some very fine hybrid narcissi,
one of which should bring in a small for-
tune it it can be induced to multiply it-
self with sufficient rapidity. It has been
appropriately named "Southern Star," for
the flower is perfectly star-shaped. The
ray petals are of a soft, creamy white,
while the cup, which is of the usual size of
the incomparabtlis section, is a brilliant
and glowing orange-scarlet. A first-class
certificate was awarded.
The most noticeable feature in hyacinths
was Isabella, an immensely improved
Groot Vorst, which attracted considerable
attention. Tulips made a very moderate
display, absolntely devoid of novelty.
European Seeds.
Editor Florists^ Exchange :
The Senate Committee on appropriation
has, up to the present time, declined to
hear a committee of the seed trade I
opposition to the appropriation for free
seeds, they, like the House of Rapresen-
tatives, having determined to pass the bill
without considering its clauses, so there
does not seem to be any possibility of stop-
ping the appropriation at this session of
Congress ; hence it was thought advisable
for the Seed Trade Committee to halt, con-
sider the position of affairs, and determine
whether we should proceed with our work.
It is intimated that the new Secretary
of Agriculture will try to reform the
abuses of the present system of distribut-
ing seeds, which is commendable, and we
have a right to give him credit for hi,
good intentions, and to wish him success
in his efforts. At the same time, experl
ence leads us to doubt the ability of the
Secretary of Agriculture to advantageous
ly distribute $130,000 worth of seeds per
annum without doing a vast injury to the
legitimate seed trade. We know It is
stated that Secretary Wilson intends
to distribute more leguminous plants;
but from what the writer knows upon
this subject, he doubts his ability to
find many valuable leguminous plants
which are not already offered, and while
this is a branch of the business which
is nat generally handled by seedsmen,
yet it is a development in their busi-
ness which is growing, and which has been
pushed by some of the seedsmen who have
been pioneers In advance of the Agricul-
tural Department. The enterprise which
they have shown should be recognized by
the Government, not destroyed, as feeds
men have of late years introduced far more
new, rare and valuable seeds and plants
than the Agricultural Department with
all its machinery and appropriations.
The free distribution of seeds by the
Government is an unjust aud unequal
competition at the expense of the tax
payers, which seedsmen cannot be expect-
ed to successfully cope against, it the
Government proceeds, as the quantity is
being constantly enlarged and lavishly
distributed in every congressional district
__ the United States. It will be a means
of destroying the energetic methods of
"smen if it is persevered in, as It takes
away even the profits which are derived
from the common varieties of seeds, and
proposes further to curtail their energies
and lessen their enterprises by robbing
them of extra profits which they obtain
through new varieties, which they have
been diligent enough to search for and
develop.
We think it would be a great aid to agri-
culture and to the seed trade, it the Secre-
tary of Agriculture would secure new,
rare and valuable seeds and plants In all
parts of the world by the agents of the
Government, and df' '■ibute them to the
State Agricultural iixperlment Stations
for testing In different parts of the United
States, and. as they are found suitable, let
the matter be known to agrlenlturlsts and
seedsmen; by this action. Government
would assist agriculture and build up the
legitimate seed business. Instead ot destroy-
ing it.
Unless Secretary Wilson acts upon lines
similar to the above, and resists the de-
mands ot Congressmen and Senators, he
will, we feel confident, fall into the old
method ot distributing principally common
varieties of garden seeds, and we are led
to doubt his desire to withstand them, as
we believe he has intimated that he intends
to fulfill the wishes of Senators and Rep-
resentatives In this matter.
It seems to be well known that when
the contract for seeds was given out,
about thirteen months ago, Secretary Mor-
ton arranged that each package should
contain fifteen varieties. Congressmen
were immediately up in arms against such
a proposition, and said that there would
not be sufficient packets to go around
among their friends; hence he had to
make new arrangements with the con-
tractors to only put five packets Into each
envelope ; and If this free distribution is
to go on. Congressmen are going to re-
quest such garden seeds as their constitu-
ents require, and the present bill contem-
plates giving them the opportunity of
selecting such varieties as they desire.
It will be remembered that when the
pending appropriation was before the
House ot Representatives, at the last ses-
sion of Congress, Speaker Reed took the
floor against it, and when the vote was
taken it came within two votes ot being
defeated. It we had had our organization
at work prior to that event, no doubt the
appropriation would now have been dead.
The Committee are desirous ot acting
wisely, so wish to learn the views of seeds-
men upon the question whether they do
not think it would be wise to proceed with
the work in hand until the object is at-
tained which the organization was formed
to accomplish.
Will seedsmen, generally, write the
Chairman, giving expression of their
opinions upon the subject ?
T. W. Wood, Chairman.
No. 8 South 14th St., Richmond, Va.
Buffalo Botanic Garden. Report of
Director John F. Cowell. The report
states that very satisfactory progress is
being made In the garden. A valuable
plant list is appended, showing the num-
ber of species under cultivation, and their
distribution, which has doubled that of
last year. The report is profusely Illus-
trated.
liEs irBflsmEsr
Oneida, N. Y.— John S. Hay is reported
to have leased his greenhouses on Lake st.
to J. C. Grems, who took possession
April 1 last.
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: Tuberoses
Dwarf Pearl, 4 to 6 inches in cir ,
cumference, 6.ic. per 100; S5 per
1000; $i.7o per 1000 In 5000 lots.
An Assignee's Responsibility.
Herman Dreyer, who was engaged in
business as a florist in Long Island City,
ordered certain bulbs of Bernard H. Rocz-
en, but the latter, learning that Dreyer
was in financial straits, refused to ship the
goods. Dreyer soon after made a general
assignment to James E. Clonin, who told
Roozen, to induce him to send the goods,
" I will see you paid." The goods were
then sent upon the faith ot that statement.
The Second Appellate Division, on Clonln's
appeal from judgment in favor of Roozen,
rendered against him as assignee, held, by
Justice Hatch, that there was evidence
sufliclent to authorize a finding that the
promise of the assignee was original, and
that he thereby created an original In
debtedness for the purchase price ot the
goods, and that in such a case an action
could not be maintained against him tor
the purchase price ot the good^ in his rep-
resentative capacity. The judgment was
therefore reversed, leaving It open to
plaintiff to apply to amend the complaint
by striking out the representative capacity
of the defendant, and leaving it to stand
as against the defendant personally. —
N. Y. Times.
BOOKS RECEIVED.
Western \fw York Horticultural
Society. R-port ot Proceedings ot 42(i
Aouual Meeting.
Copies of these Proceedings may be had
of the Secretary, John Hall, 409 Wilder
Bldg., Rochester, N. Y. The book la mailed
only to member.o, but anyone, even It but
only slightly interested In horticulture,
will find It an Indispensable publication,
and may become members by remitting a
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Six Splendid Nfw Varieties, »2 per oz.. sepa
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New KarlT, splendid iDlxed. II 50 per oz.
CallioPBl- laiiceolalB erandi" •'■-
forma Sunbeams." grand new
nlfoll
I per lb.: pood Ventura mixture.
oula Rpx. splendid mixed. (JOc
i per 10.000 seeds.
niperfloren
lure, »1.50
fresh seed.
1000 seeds;
d, splendid mixed
eKonlaneiDPi
eriiH. splendid mixed. $1 per 1-16 oz.
ernnliiniH, Tricolor. 50c. per 100 seeds; Ivy gera-
nluitia 30c. per 100 seeds; I.ady WasblnRton, GOo,
per 100 seeds. »5 per lOOO seeds ; Znnalo. iK.. B.,
splendid mixed, f2.50 per oz.; Kood mixed, T5c.
''Jn_raeiiKelwns;
Jin„. (fresli). 70c. per 100; »fi per 1000 s
(enrorlhln Elrgraiis (Iresh), 40c. per 100 s(
$1 per 1(00 seeds.
: 12 m p
s„.^f;.5
mato Tree. 25c. per
and Crested, splendid mixed. 75o.
MnedtlnK, 60c. per 10(
B.»l per 100; »10per lOOOp
376
The F=l.orists' Exchange.
COBBESPONDENGE.
Insertion will be given in this column
to all communications free from animus;
but the opinions expressed do not neces
sarily reject our own.
Free Seed D/stribution.
289, yoa publish an excellent letter signtd
" Li," but be makes some remarks which
are an injastica to seedsmen, especially
some who have accepted Government con-
tracts. "L" says: "It Is a point well
taken by Mr. W. R. Smith when he says,
'How either of you can accept money for
doing what you think wrong needs some
explanation.'" He refers to the late
Secretary of Agriculture and Mr. Burpee ;
and "L" goes on to say further that
" Everyone In the seed trade Is denouncing
free distribution as a wrong and an icjary
to legitimate trade. Yet the moment an
appropriation Is made for the purchase of
seeds for this purpose, all who are in a
position to take a contract rush wildly
after it, which seems a very plain case of
the ' partaker being as bad as the thief.' "
It seems to me that " L " has, to some ex-
tent, spoiled his admirable letter by these
remarks.
On March 16 I answered Mr. W. R.
Smith's letter in the American Florist,
but the editor of that jonrnal cut out my
argument. I said that I failed to see any
inconsistency in seedsmen who disapproved
of the distribution of seeds by the Govern-
ment and still took a contract, and gave
an illustration as follows :
" A customer might come to me and tell
me that he wanted to buy a lot of timothy
seed to sow upon sandy upland. I think
it would be my duty to advise him not to
do so, as he would get no good results. It
he still desired to buy the seed, would it
be inconsistent in me to sell them, though
he would be literally throwing his money
away ? "
I might say, further, upon the same sub-
ject that the free distribution of seeds at
present exists as a fact ; therefore, seeds
are going to be bought by the Government
of some one, so I would like to ask " L" if
seedsmen who have stock on hand, which
they are anxious to dispose of, would not
be acting unbusiness-like in refusing to sell
them to the Government, though they ob-
ject to the use to which they were going to
be put.
Another argument which might be used
Is, that men, often through necessity, sub-
mit to and do things which their better
judgment does not approve of. For in-
stance: Secretary Morton dNtributed seeds
against his judgment, and Secretary Wil-
son may be ealltd upon to distribute varie-
ties of seeds which he knows does not co-
incide with the original intention of the
act. If it were a question that by a seeds-
man'refusing to sell to the Government, he
would thereby stop the free distribution
of seeds, he would be inconsistent if he
supplied the Government ; but, as the
Government is going to obtain the seeds
whether seedsmen supply them or not, it
Is the lesser evil for seedsmen to undertake
to supply them.
I think the remarks of " L," when he
says that " It seems a very plain case of
the partaker being as bad as the thief,"
are not to the point but also misleading.
In the case he mentions, secret, unlawful
injustice is done ; in our case, open injury
is inflicted lawfully, which we are power-
less at present to rectify.
T. W. Wood,
Chairman Seed Trade Committee.
Richmond, Va.
More Opinions on the Tariff.
Editor FlorUtit'' Exchange :
In regard to the proposed tariff, I do not
quite understand how our florists can
benefit by it, as we want protection of our
home Industry, through the duty imposed.
Our nurserymen will be greatly bene-
fited, as they need protection ; but onr
florists, who only import such articles as
cannot be grown here with success, in my
opinion will not derive any advantage
whatever. A duty of 30 per cent, will not
result in higher prices for flowers pro-
duced from forcing goods, as prices will
always be regulated by demand and sup-
ply.
I in favor of high taxation of all such
goods as can be grown here with success,
and which cannot be produced under ex-
isting conditions at the same figures as
those imported can be, but all other goods,
which we must buy from foreign countries
If we want a superior quality, should be
moderately taxed.
A protective duty will stop the develop-
ment of our intelligence. Competition is
the mother of success. J. L. Schiller.
Editor Florists' Exchange:
The amended Dingley bill as published,
mentions no longer bulbs and bulbous
roots as dutiable at 30 per cent.; nor does it
make any mention of these and of florists
forcing plants, like orchids, valley, azaleas,
palms, etc.; these will, therefore, be as-
sessed 10 per cent, under section 4. No.
528 of the free list refers to the drugs line
only. If previous decisions are to rule.
WiNFRIED ROLKER.
Editor FtnTintH- Exchange:
Some of the reasons why peas and beans
should have a higher duty, to my mind, are:
The duty eus fixed by the McKinley bill of
1890, as it came from the House, was 4B
cents on peas and 25 cents on beans per
bushel, and the placing them at present
torial courtesy extended to one of the mem-
bers of the Conference Committee, and was
not in accordance with the views of the
party who framed the bill. For the last
year both Republican and Democratic par-
ties have expressed their desire to protect
agricultural interests above all others, aa
an underlying foundation to the prosperity
of the country. Duties on agricultural
products grown in this country in abund-
ance .should be high enough to be prohibi-
tory, that the farmers may have what mar-
kets there are, as the .\merican farmers are
competent and desirous of producing all
that 5-e need, and are producing from Maine
to Oregon peas and beans of the best quality
and in any quantity desired, and at prices
regulated by supply and demand. Grown
aa far north as Canadian products in many
sections, and being of just as good vitality
and vigor, stock and variety, they should
have the American markets. The American
farmer and gardener use the largest part of
seeds sold by American seedsmen, and
make their business a possibility.
The American farmer should have the
protection necessary to give him a chance
to grow the seeds — peas and beans — used in
this country and largely bought and con-
sumed by his class. While farmers are
suffering for want of markets we import
annually upwards of $1,000,000 worth ot
peas and beans from Canada. Why? Be-
cause the duty is not high enough to pro-
tect our farmers in the markets, even at
present ruinous low^ prices. Not because
our products are not as good, but because
Canadians will produce at a low price to
get the American market. While the taxes
and expenses of the country are largely
borne by the farmers, who should be pro-
tected in what markets they can find at
home? W. H. GRENBLL.
Pierrepont Manor, N. Y.
Seedlings and Certificates.
Editor Florists' Exchanse. :
Just a word is all that is necessary in
reply to Mr. NVard's article in issue of
April 3, and this pertains to the certificat-
ing of carnation Wm. Scott. At the Pitts-
burg mee ing (see society's proceedings
page
10),
Ir. Kift and Mr. Craig made in-
quiry as to the society's powers to award
certificates;— Mr. Ward answered "the by-
laws provide for that." Mr. Craig stated
there were flowers in the hall below of de-
cided merit, and thought they were deserv-
ing of rec gnition. Again Mr. Ward
moved, " that the committee of judges be
re-instated and instructed that they have
the power to grant certificates and act up-
on it." The committee was so instructed,
and we find on page ' 238, March 11,1893,
edition of the Florists' Exchange:— 'The
committee of judges recommended certifi-
cates of merit to William Scott" and three
other varieties. The society at that time
did not have a lithographed form to fill
out, and indeed did not have one until
some time later. One striking thing about
Wm. Scott was, that in its easier days the
originator did not set much value upon it.
The certificate given in the case of Scott
would seem to indicate that even so splen-
did a judge < f a carnation as we all recog-
nize Mr. Dorner to be, would prove the
fallacy of Mr. Ward's hypothesis.
E. G. Hill.
Our Special Edition.
I congratulate you on the excellent
Spring number you have gotten up. It is
capitally done, and the illustrations are
brought out artistically.
A. Herbikgton.
,N. J.
The Spring edition Is a dandy.
Bay Ridge. jj^^es Dean.
GOLEUS
PLANTS
H.OO per 1000;
Petunias, t> t
Geranlumsand D<
New Salvia Conipacta^ II.'CO per iOO.
Verbena, Alaoiraoth, from seed of our choice
strain. Many bright colors with lame white
centers; Pansies, giant and fancy stocky little
plants from outdoor beds, $4.(;0 per 1000.50c. per lOU
Transplanted, partly In bloom. $8 00 per 1000; Bur-.
not strain. eitr«, »12,00 per 1000; 100 rales by mall,
1000 rates by eipress. Special attention given to
D. K. HERR, Rider Avenue. Lancaster, Pa.
WHEN WRrriNO nnrrvM th« nfinisrs- exCHANGi
OBITUARY.
John F. Belcher.
John F. Belcher, of Morris Plains, N. J.,
died at his home, on Sunday morning last,
after an illness of only a few days, during
which he suffered from asthmatic bron-
chitis.
Mr. Belcher was born near Southamp-
ton, England, January 1, 1834. He learned
his profession In the gardens of the Earl
of Carnarvon, 1848. He came to America
in 1865, and most of the time since he has
been In dififerent towns of New Jersey.
He leaves a widow and eight children-
four sons and four daughters. The funeral
was held from his late residence on Tues-
day, April 6, and was largely attended by
a goodly representation of the profession,
who expressed their love and admiration
of the deceased by many beautiful floral
designs.
Providence.
The Market.
Business has been fair during the
past week, with considerable funeral and
decorative work. There is a general air
of activity in preparation for Easter, and
a good supply of everything is expected,
excepting violets, which will be short.
The first arbutus appeared on Saturday.
In Town and Out.
Walter Mott, of H. A. Dreer,
Philadelphia, Mr. Bryant, of A. H. Hews,
Cambrldgeport, Mass., Henry Kroder,
representing John C. Moninger Company,
Chicago, 111., were in town the past week.
Jottings.
William Hat, of Arlington, is
preparing to build a greenhouse, 150x20
feet.
S. J. Reuter, of Westerly, will have an
excellent lot of roses, lilies, carnations,
and Spiraea japonlca for Easter.
The Florists and Gardeners' Club of
Rhode Island will hold a social dance at
^v. B. Hazard's new dairy farm on the
29th Inst.
H. C. Atle&worth has been awarded
the privilege ot publishing the souvenir
program for convention week.
W. H. Mason.
Poughkeepsie, N. Y.
The regular monthly meeting of the
Dutchess County Horticultural Society
was held on Wednesday, April 7, President
Saltf ord In the chair. Four new members
were elected. Among other Important
business transacted was the revision and
adoption of the schedule of prizes for the
chrysanthemum show. Another matter of
vital interest In Poughkeepsie, which was
thoroughly discussed, was the exhibition
of violets. The members present were
particularly anxious about this part of the
exhibition, and gave considerable atten-
tion to drawing up a scale of points,
whereby the flowers will be judged, and
which would be satisfactory to all. The
following scale of 100 points was ultimately
agreed upon and ordered to be published
in the schedule : Fragrance, 20 ; color, 25 ;
size and weight, 25; stem, 20; foliage, 5:
bunching, 5; total, 100.
The schedule provides for the usual nnm
ber of classes. Copies may be had of
Secretary Wallace G. Gomersall, Fish-
kill-on-Hudson, N. Y.
Hornellsville. N. Y.
A. Wettlin has a splendid lot of hybrid
roses grown on own roots in pots for
Easter, and from present indications will
not have enough to go around. He Is very
successful with carnation Daybreak, but
Bridesmaid and Rose Queen have gone
back on him. Marie Louise violet is fine.
recently with H. A. Dreer, is foreman here.
^VE PAY THE EXPRESS
Feverfew, Litt
1 THE onnER.
U 50 per 1000.
l.»8 00perlOtKi
. per 100; ».;
Fnctaolas, heat varieties. (LOO per 100, (8.00 per ItOO
The above are Rooted Cuttings.
C A. HARRIS & CO., Delanson.N.Y.
WILL EXCHANGE
For 2000 3 inch pots, in good condition,
or sell for S9.00 cash,
CHRYSANTHEMIIMS
100 Ivory -iiS E. Uailiedoaze
■1^ VV. H. L,lncoln .50 Yellon' Queen
Vi5 Sunrise
All are in 2»i inch pots.
CHAS P. GULICK, Kingston, N.J.
Glanl GaillornlaD Oaisy
Strong plants, from soil, $1.00 per doz.r
$6.00 per 100. If wanted by mail, please
add 33 els. per dozen for postage.
RUDOLPH FISCHER, Great Neck. NJ.
PRIMROSES.
COLEUS, rooted cuttings from soil, lo best
bedding varieties, as well as many fancy sorts,
at 50c. per loo, delivered. icoMme. Chevalierer
best double white Geranium, 3^nd 4 [n^ p* ts,
, separately. $2
STRAWBERRY PLANTS.
Strone, Toune. Healthy Plania, Securely Paoked.
Downing, Sharpless, Jessie, Hsverlaiid, Wil-
son, Splendid, Kentucky, Meek's Early, Middle-
field, Van Deman, Beeoher, Greenville, Dayton,
Beverly, Lady Thompson, Tennessee Prolific
Tubbs. Enhance, Shuster's Gem and Princeton
Chief— 50 cts. per 100; S3.00 per 1000.
Marshall, Parker Barle, Marv, Belle, Elenor—
75 ctl. per 100; l»3.00 per 1000.
Crescent, Beder Wood, Wartleld— 60 cts. per
100; »1 50 per 1000.
Michel's Early— 50 cts. per 100; S1.36 per
lOOO; 1S5.50 perSOnO; SIO.OO per 10.000.
Special Prices Given on Large Crdets.
No. 1 CUTHBERT RASPBERRY-76
cts. per 100; »5.0n per 1000.
Golden Queen— «1. 00 per 100; iST.OO per
CHAS. BLACK, Hightstown, N. J.
Vegetable Plants.
Cauliflower (Snowball), ESK Plant
(N. Y. Imp.), and reppers. asc. per 100;
$3.00 per 1000.
The following in good, strong, transplanted
plants, well hardened. 100 lOOO
Cabbaee and Tomato, from frame8.$0 20 $1 90
" " from triijs.. DO 2 70
CauliflowerSnowball, from frames. .10 4 00
from trays.. 75 6 00
Send stamp for samples of planis wanted.
Trade rrlce 1,1st of vegetable and
other plants tree.
E. C. HARGADINE, - - Felton, Del.
VEGETABLE PLANTS
I.EXTIICE— Big Boston, Grand Kapids, Bos-
ton Market and White Loaf, 16c. per 100;
$1 00 per 1000.
CABBAGE-Jersey Wakefield, Henderson's
Succession and Early Summer, 15o. per 100;
EGG PLANXS-New York Improved, 25c.
per 100; $3.00 per 1000.
rEITER— Bull Nose. Ruby King, Sweet
Mountain and Cayenne, 26c. per 100; $2.00
0; $1.1
;$8 6
We are headquarters for all kinds of Vege-
table Plants. If you want them in large
quantities send for price list.
Casta with order.
R. VINCENT JR. S SON, White Marsh, Md.
Xhe Florists* Exchange.
377
GflUPTIOIIS.
Bursting, Non-Blooming, Etc.
An inquirer writes me, aeking why his
Scott carnations burst. He has two houses
of them, and they look healthy and strong,
but they do not bloom. There are about
2,000 plants in both houses, yet he only
picks about 200 flowers weekly. He has
maintained a temperature of 55 degrees,
then changed to 60 with no better results.
The sill, he says, is heavy and well ma-
nured; some of the plants stand three feet
high and seem to be making more growth
than bloom. He also gives plenty of air
My correspondent has not given me quite
as good a description as I would like to
hard, and
the facts
the
without either having a faithful descrip-
tion or first seeing the plants. However,
let us see. First let us ascertain, it we
can, why the flowers burst.
The carnation, owing to the peculiar
structure or formation of its flower, is
more subject to this trouble than any other
flower within my knowledge. The cup-
shaped calyx is nature's provision to re-
tain the petals in their proper position,
and to give the flower that symmetrical
form so much sought after and admired in
the carnation.
principal
short caly.K go hand in hand; in other
words, there are too many petals tor the
calyx to hold and support properly, and
the inevitable result is that the flower
bursts.
A great deal of this can be seen in im-
perfect seedlings. There are many stages
of this trouble, from the grotesque mon-
strosity which seems to have scarcely any
calyx at all, and which resembles a small
cabbage head rather than a carnation, up
to the variety with a fairly developed
calyx which gives only an occasional
bursted flower. In the extreme grotesque
form, we find enough petals to make sev-
eral good-sized flowers, but nnt enough
material to make one good calyx. From
this point until we reach the flower which
seldom or never bursts, we find the petals
growing fewer in number and the calyx in-
creasing in length. Just why this should
be I do not know any more than I know
Scott is pink and McGowan is white.
It is through this illustration from nature
that we must be guided in our efforts
to deal with bursted flowers; and if we
would prevent flowers from bursting
we must act on the same principle as does
We have seen that an undue number of
petals, or fullness of flower, will invariably
cause the calyx to burst. We can all un-
derstand the philosophy of a flower burst-
ing when it is naturally so inclined, but
when our standard sorts like Scott or any
other good variety take on this peculiarity,
we mUiSt look a little further to And
the source of the trouble. The bursting
of a calyx can be directly attributed
to that receptacle containing more than
nature intended it should. One or more
of nature'^ laws has been violated when
this state of affairs exists.
This bursting of the calyx of varieties
not ordinarily subject to it can be brought
on in a number of different ways, and
while they are quite different from one an-
other, they still seem to work in the same
channel, and they either singly, collect-
ively, or partially so, produce practically
the same result.
Let us examine some of the most prom-
inent of these causes and see if any of them
will fit my correspondent's case. A heavy
soil will aid very materially this tending
of carnation flowers to burst, and my cor-
respondent has just such a soil. Many var-
ieties, however, can be grown in a heavy
soil, and with proper care, will give few or
no bursted flowers. Among these Scott
may be included. In such a case, how-
ever, the heavy soil will prove a formid-
able allv when another or more causes
may be present. We know that carnations,
as well as many other plants, grow con-
siderably slower in heavy soil than in light
soil, and in the case of the carnation it
tends to hold back or dwarf the growth,
causing the plants to come more compact
and sturdy, which is an indication that
such a plant contains much more substance
than a plant grown in a very light soil.
The fuller substance extends to the stem
and flower as well, the latter containing
more in proportion than any other part of
the plant, and the calyx the least. The
tendency of a light soil Is to grow and
push the plant out quickly, thus giving the
flower little opportunity of becoming too
large or full for the calyx, and the result
is perfect flowers, so far as the bursting is
concerned.
Those who have grown Minnie Cook,
Bouton d'Or or any other variety which is
inclined to burst, know full well the ad-
vantages of a light soil in such cases.
While many varieties get along very well
in heavy soil, we always find it best to
strike a balance between the two extremes,
and use a medium grade of soil; in this
way we combine the advantages of both
sides, viz.. the quick growth of the one
and the good substance of the other.
Over-feeding is another source of trouble;
especially when it is done in connection
with a heavy soil, which is naturally more
retentive than a light one. thus when made
too fertile, either before planting, or by
repeated applications of liquid manure or
mulches, its already natural tendency to
produce abnormal flowers is greatly in-
creased.
Some fairly non-bursting varieties, how-
ever, like Daybreak, which are capable of
producing very heavy flowers, will burst
freely in a light soil when overfed with
liquid manure. Daybreak is a quick, easy
grower, and will, even in a light soil, take
up enough nourishment to make the petals
develop abnormally large, and cause a rup-
ture of their arrangement. In such cases
the petals are twined about one another;
usually a portion of them will emerge from
the calyx considerably in advance of the
others. This particular form of bursting Is
directly traceable to overfeeding, and is
confined to such varieties as are similar
in growth, etc., to Daybreak.
Next, we have watering. This. too. Is
a most prolific source of bursting when
not properly managed. So long as no un-
due extremes are permitted to occur,
there will be very little trouble from this
source. There Is an abundant latitude be-
tween saturating the soil and allowing it
to become fairly dry before watering
again, and no good excuse can be offered
when these hounds are overstepped. When
the plants are kept too wet, bursting rare-
ly follows, unless Induced by other causes.
Continued wetness of the soil rather tends
to diminish the chances of bursting, by
causing a rapid growth. This, however,
lavs the foundation for other diseases,
principally bacteria and stem rot. It Is
the other extreme of allowing the soil to
become too dry that produces practically
the same conditions as a heavy soil, or
overfeeding will do.
■When plants become very dry their
growth is largely suspended; the petals,
however, continue to grow more rapidly
than does the stem or calyx, thus giving
the latter a bulging apearance. When
water is applied, and the plants freshen
up, the first growth takes place In the
flower. As we see the higher portions and
tips of trees, and shrubs put forth the
first leaves in spring, eo It Is with thecarna-
tlon. When growth has been suspended
by withholding water for an unreasonable
length of time, the first portion of the
plant to receive the benefit of the sap, the
flow of which has been quickened again
by the application of water to the roots
is the tips of the shoots, the buds and
flowers. In this way the petals outgrow
the calyx to a certain extent, and In the
effort to free themselves, must Invariably
cause the latter to burst.
Still another cause Is sudden changes In
temperature. This cause, like all the ref5t.
tends to retard the growth, causing the
petals to behave in a manner similar to
what thev do when the plant becomes very
dry. While a sudden drop in temperature
may happen during any part of the day. it
more frequently occurs at night. The mis-
chief causefl Is In proportion to the fall of
the temperature and the length of time the
houses remain cold. In this case, instead
of water being the means of restoring the
flow of sap. heat Is applied, and Its action
has precisely the same effect as the water
has in the case of the dry plants.
I have yet one more reason for bursting
flowers to present and try to explain. Those
who have had any experience with stem
rot (and doubtless all carnation growers
have had) have noticed a large number of
flowers burst, when produced by plants so
affected, and apparently no conditions exist,
or have existed, which are supposed to pro-
duce this defect. Bursted fiowers from
plants affected with stem rot, and which
have been properly treated otherwise, differ
very materially from bursted flowers pro-
duced by other causes to this extent, that
no abnormal development of the petals
seems to have taken place; but on the other
hand, they seem rather slight and poorly
developed. Thia form of bursting we must
attribute to the Impaired action of the or-
ganism of the plant, as a result of the dis-
ease with which it is affected. And since
stem rot la incurable, it naturally follows
that bursting under such circumstances is
also incurable.
All the previous causes which I have
mentioned in this article are easily cured.
My correspondent and any others who may
bo troubled in the same way can readily
conceive the proper remedy when they know
Why his plants do not bloom is the easi-
est portion of his inquiry to answer. His
plants are too close together; they are de-
prived of light and air, two of the prin-
cipal agents in producing a perfect bloom-
ing plant. The very tall growth has been
attained through the efforts of the tops of
the plants to get the light and air; there be-
ing none about the sides of the plants,
they must naturally go upwards to find it,
just as trees in a grove do when very close
together. I would advise him to remove the
weaker plants. If necessary, take out one-
half of the lot; those which are left will
produce more and better fiowers than the
entire lot did.
Meantime, it the plants have been regu-
larly fed with liquids or other forms of
food, withhold all such until they can use
up the surplus which the soil contains.
JflHrS SGHBLET
The only rusi proof paying commercial
scarlet Carnation up to date
TRY IT!
Rooted Catting§, $1.50 per dozen ; $10 per 100.
Unrooted Pips, $5 per 100; $45 per 1000.
JIHN BROS., Hew Bedford, Mass.
CARNATIONS
All the leading new varieties; good
clean, well rooted stock.
Mrs. Chas. H. Snhme, delicate
pink |10 $75
Mrs. Geo M. Bradt, white,
striped scarlet 10 75
C. A. Dana, shell pink 10 75
Flora Hill, white 12 100
Mrs, McBnmey, salmon pink. . . 12 100
Mayor Pingree, yellow 10 75
Morello, scarlet 10 75
Mand Dean, blush 10 75
Lily Kean, white, striped pink. . 10 75
Harrison's TVhlte, white 10 70
If not already received send for our price
list, which contains all the leading standard
varieties at moderate prices.
F. DORNER S SONS CO., La Fayette, Ind.
WON FIRST PRIZE at Spring Exhibi-
tion of Mass. Horticultural Society, 1897,
NEW SEEDLING
CARNATION
originated by Mr. H. A. Cook, of Shrews
bury, Mass., grown by the subscriber
and now being put upon the market as
NIVEA.
Cattlng^s now ready and free from l
SIO.OO per 100; W35.00 per 600
'S60.00 per 1000.
DAYBREAK, SCOTT. STOKM KING,
PURITAN, METEOR, GOLDFINCH,
HECTOR, ALBERTINI, and others,
$1.25 per 100; |10.00 per 1000.
DELLA FOX, nice plants from flats,
$4.00 per 100.
CHRYSmHEMUM CDTTINGS.
Ivory, Bonniiflfon, Gold I,ode, Minnie
Wanamaker, $'J per 100; $15 per 1000.
A. W.HOYLE, Spencer, Mass.
And 51 Wltlilngton St., Sta. O,
DOKOHE8TKR, MASH
WHCN WRr'JNC MENTION THE n.ORIST'B CXCHANOt
A IdlSXAI^E,
to delay your orders for
MINNIE COOK.
Price should be $3.00 per 100; $25.00 per 1000.
MEADOW VIEW GREENHOUSES,
PARSIPPANY, N. Y.
:s».A.TV
Roemer'8 Prize Pansies, extra He
stock, plants from cold frames, in bu
and bloom, tiansplanted in Septen
PANSIES! PANSIES!
. strong tranaplanted plants,
aatloDB. rooted cuttings, from soil
Portia, Daybreak. Tidal Wave..
Dra'-H-na Indiv
ITT Gernnlums. \na^\n. pols ».w
Cash wlih order.
H. H.TIMERH4N,^^'if,"e''/,T""UTIGi.M.Y.
Tliis strain is unsurpassed for size, color and
hlMominir. Lame clumps in bloom, $1.00 per
100: $8.00 per 1000. Good stocky plants would
tiloora next month. Bv mail, 50 cts. per 100;
$3.50 per 1000, by express.
ASTER PLANTS, Semple's Branching,
Queen of the Marliet. By mall, 75 cts. per 100;
$.5.00 per 1000 by express.
J. C. SCHMIUX & CO., Bristol, Pa,
Pansies! Pansies!
Bugnot, Gassier, Odier, and Trimardaau
Large stocky plants, transplanted last Novem
ber in cold frames, ready to bloom, 6oc. per loo
$,.ooper lO-ro.
Whitton & Sons, """"f^Xu
City and Green Streets, - OTICA, N. Y.
Pansies Worth Raising . .
We can still furnish good plants, fall sown,
and which may bloom in April, at $4.00 per
1000, f.o.b. express here. Now is the time to
buy if QUICK RETURNS are wanted.
Cash iTllh Order.
C. Soltau a Co. 'Z^ZT Jersey City, H. J.
PANSIES
In splendid mixture. larse plants for early flower-
Inn. »1.75perl00; H5 00 per 1000. Soiall plants from
Fall sown seed, $1.00 per 1000 liy express.
Plants postpaid by inall- _ _,
PRnaies, small plants t TSperlOO
<'oleu8, mixed vsrlettes 75
Trodeaca'tia. tricolor .. 160 "
Feverfew, double white. Gem 125 "
llelianlhua ll.Plenus 2 20 "
W. C. JEli*NlSON, Natick, Mass.
In Bloom — ^
The Finest Pansies JLtheJorld.
KOEMERS GIANT PRIZE PANSIES, in
separate colors, or mixed; strontr transplanted
plants from cold frame, at
$2.00 per lOO, or
SI 5.00 per lOOO by express.
t^^Cash with order.
UIV C VDIIIC S*» DATEMPORT AVE.,
ml. t. KHtUa, XEW HAVEN. C.-n
THE JENMIPiOS STRAIN Ot
Finest American Gro-«vn Panalea
are up to date and sure to please. Fine stocky
plant« from cold frames in bud and bloom. All
large flowering In i?reat variety of colors.
By express $8.00 per 100 ; $15.00 per 1000.
Seed, $1.00 a package.
Cash with order.
E. B. JEHHINGS.-'S'sl!" Southporl, Conn.
• ROWER OF THI FINEST PANSIIS.
WHCH WIUTIHa MCNnON THC rtORISTC I
378
Thb I^LORISTS* Exchmnge.
Plants for Easter.
Milwaukee.
. The Florists' Exchange
All is bnstle and excitement, at present ,,^P '*»'^,-,7^ . „„ ,,• * ♦u „i,
J ^, , , 1 i,i,l_ ,.■ the issue of March 20, relating to the ah-
around the large Rrowing establish mentg ^^^^^ „f ^ g g^^tt, of the firm of Edlefsen
at Bay Ridge, N. Y., where Easter stock is & Scott, did that gentleman an injustice.
raised on a very extensive scale. The Mr. Scott left Milwaukee aVjout January 1,
(..„. ti,„„„i, i,„„„i„„ „i„„™ fho for Bennett, a suburb of Pittsburg, and
warm weather, though hurrying along the ^j^^_. ^^j,;^ ^-^^^^ decided to remain a
plants now a little faster than might be year, at least. The members of the Florists'
wished, is not at all feared, as each grower . club knew of his whereabouts, and his re-
has his stock well in hand, and is prepared port, as treasurer of the club, was read at
for almost any emergency.
James Dean will have his usual quota of
azaleas, lilies, rhododendrons, some of
the larger sizes of genistas, spireeas, etc.
These are all In elegant condition, fine
well-grown plants. The lily disease has
been troublesome, as usual ; in fact, it is
now a looked for accompaniment of this
Industry. Mr. Dean is more than ever
convinced of the necessity of some enter-
prising individual or firm taking hold of
the growing of Harrisii bulbs In the States;
he says there is lots of money awaiting
"c party or parties, who care
this business Intelligently
energetic party or parties, who care
_ __abark in this business Intelliger"-
It is all humbug to say that the bulbs can-
the February meeting— there having been
no January meeting — and was found satis-
factory. At that meeting Mr. Scott was
elected secretary of the club, and Mr. A.
Billings elected treasurer. The funds were
ned over to the new treasurer by Mr.
H. Ellis, of Ellis & Pollworth, early in
March, the delay being occasioned by the
failure "f a letter of Mr. Scott's to reach
Mr. Ellis in time for the March meeting.
Mr. Scott has his receipt from Mr. Ellis, and
that is all there is to it. The statement in
the Exchange that Mr. Scott left "presum-
ably" for Pittsburg, left the impression
that his whereabouts were unknown, when
trary was the fact.
to embark
year ; and they would stand safely
throughout the winter. The time may
come when growers will again have to
raise their own bulbs, unless our Bermuda
friends make an effort to furnish better
stock. ,, ^
As regards carried over azaleas, Mr. Dean
states that these plants will give a better
flower, although the foliage may not be so
foliage on the plants carried over. As
soon as the azaleas have ceased flowering
they are gone over and trimmed, the seed
pods being removed. They are then placed
in a little heat and kept close so as to
make as much growth as possible, being
syringed copiously to keep down insect
pests. The plants, after being gradually
hardened off, are set out in the open
ground in the latter part of May or begin-
ning of June, according to the weather,
given a mulching of salt hay or light litter,
and well watered during the summer,
being taken in again before frost. Their
growth is mostly made in the greenhouse,
but if any new shoots appear when the
plants are outside they should be pinched
off.
Mr. Dean does not believe there will be
any large demand either for genistas or
hydrangeas this Easter. The fine large
specimens of the former, seen here in pre-
vious years, were sold to Mr. George Van-
derbllt tor his place at Biltmore, N. C.
The larger sizes of genistas will, of course,
always be called for in connection with
church decorations. For this purpose also
large tubs of Harrisii with three and four
plants in each are greatly In requisition.
Regarding hydrangeas, the tremendous
forcing and other treatment they have
been subjected to by florists is what has
killed their sale, says Mr. Dean, and the
growers have themselves to blame for the
lessened demand. The plants will not
stand for any length of time after they
come into the hands of the public, and it
consequence give general dissatisfaction.
J. M. Keller has all his Easter stock,
which consists of azaleas, lilies, daisies,
genistas, hydrangeas, etc., in the pink of
perfection. It would be hard to flnd a bet-
ter lot of hydrangeas than those seen here.
The immense trusses and the grand color-
ing are something superb. Asked as to
how the magnificent color was obtained,
Mr. Keller said: " Grow them slowly and
rather cool, giving plenty of air, and there
is no difficulty."
There is yet a good demand for well-
grown small plants of genistas. That is
Mr. Keller's experience, but hehasthete
In lesser numbers than formerly. Metro-
Bideros are also looking fine, as well as
gome hybrid roses, spiraeas, a few boronias
and other subjects.
JAS. Weir & Sons are well prepared for
a large business at Easter, and their im-
mense stock is mostly sold by the firm's
stores. The lilies are in very fine condi-
tion. Several branching plants (fasola-
tions), have appeared in a batch of Har-
risii. A grand lot of stocky hydrangeas
was noticed. The plants had been grown
from cuttings struck last April, and car-
ried right along in pots, being shifted
three times and never allowed to get pot-
bound. During the Summer they were
watered copiously, and after the buds were
set, a watering of liquid sheep manure was
applied to help the flower and foliage.
They now make a fine showing, with large
trusses of well-colored flowers. A house
of geraniums was a lovely sight, as were
the azaleas, genistas and other stock.
GERAMIVniS — Double Grant, La
Favorite, tine plants, out of 2K inch
pots, $2.S0 per 100; S. A. KJutt, I,a
Favorite, Double Grant, out of 4
in. pots, $6.00 per 100.
C A R N A T I O IS S-Daybreafe, Mc-
Gowan, 'Wm. Scott, Portia, tiom
soil, $1.60 per 100.
PAUL MADER, East Stroudsburg, Pa.
M WHITIWO MtNTIOH TMB HOBIgrS EXCHAHOC
WELL ROOTED CUTTINGS.
HarilT Finks. Her Majesty. Mar and the rest,
postpaid. $1.00 per 100 by mail; 18 per ItOO by express.
Rex Beeonlaa. Mixed in Kood assortment,
well rooted from "and beds. »1.25 per 100 postpaid;
Jll.OO per 1000 bv express.
Maileira Vine Roots. Jl.OO per 100 by mall,
postpaid. Satisfaction jruaranteed.
A. B. DAVIS & SON, Purcellville, Va.
WHEM WRrriNO MEWnOW THE rvOmSTS- gXCHANCt
HEALTHYSTOCK
BLDO
date
1000; only 2000 :
VIOLETS, California, Louise, Campliell
Swanley White, rooted runners, strong.
COLEUS, 40 standard varieties, 70c. per
my selection. Bedder and Verschaffelti
per 100, by mail.
E. J. CLOUD, 1. B. 33, Avondale, Pa.
CARNATIONS w"'v''e?"8^»?JSVs. T,U'=fJ
""""""""" McGowan. Portia, tl.60 per
100; $12.50 per 1000.
ThoB. CartleilEe, Kohinoor, Rone Queen,
Bride of Eriexcourt, J2.00 per 100; $15.00 per 1001
VIOLETS fc!:^^nW^;fVr;:»;^;ioo«
JOSEPH RENARD, UnionvillB, ''''IT Pa,
EVERV KLOmST OUGHT TO
IKSVRE HIS GLASS AGAIKST
HAIL,.
For puilotilara address
OHN G. ESL.ER.8eo'7, Saddle River. M.J.
WHEN WRITINC MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
Carnations, Etc.
HIGH GRADE ROOTED CUTTINGS.
H. liVEBER & SONS,
, Carnations and Violets, btil.'
per 100, »6.00 per 1000. Rooted
White.fl per 100.18 per 1000. Cam,
3, '75 CtB.
. O. Box 67,
OAKLAND, Md.
CARNATION AND COLEDS CDTTIHGS.
. Peach I
- -jert.
. Eldorado
cuttings of the folio
ust; Scott. Portia and
Rose Queen. S
Keller.Mlnn
■ - ' reafe
d'Or. HO
Lizzie Gilbert. Meteor and Daybreafe
Coleus, no mealy buc, Verschaffeltli and Golden
Bedder, 75c. per 100. Cash or satisfactory reference.
CEO. M. EMMANS. Newton, N.J.
MORELLO
The New Scarlet.
HOPP&LEMKE,"""faTdlM.c..
G ER ANIUMS
Double Grant 1^ in., $2.00 per 100.
Pansles, in bnd and bloom, $1.25 per 100.
Smila:^, from flats. 60cts. per 100.
Carnation, Geranium, Golden
Bedder and Verscliafleltil Coleus
Cuttlnss, $1.00 per 100. tree by mail.
Cash witli Order.
EVERITT & INSALL, Hackettstown, N.J.
WHEW wamwa mention the florists' exchange
I QRALLERT & CO. \
ICARNATION growers!
I COLMA, ^^^J'.e''" CAL. I
Rooted Cuttings.
CASH PRICES. ^
rDatlona, Wm. Scott, transplanted in soil
jerlOOO: f l.OO per 100.
tletH, Lady H. Campbell. Ktrong.
1000. StrODK pot planti
standard varle
able FeTerfew,
Glecboina VnrieKa
wart Gem, Heliotrope, earn. ?.i w pei luu.
Asters, in all the Qnesi strains, 50c. per I
.00 per 1000.
Cnnnas. Florence Vaochan and other fine sor
fine mixture. |;2.00 to |3 00 per 100.
Geraniums* A ureat bargain in 4 Inch j
ouble Grant, Sheridan.'etc. Price only $4 per 1(
FRYER, Railroad Ave. and Hill St., Brooklyn, N.
HEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHAN
, Everard Hambro. Princess Ma
" ■ ird Pyuae- '
warden, Mme. Edward Pyua^rt.
. Sale, new i
31d varietieo. Her Majesty, Sii
•ly. per 100. ?1.00.
bly— Buttercup
Bouton d'Or,
CASH WITH ORDER. PLEASE.
ALBERT KNAPPER, Frankford, Phila
RIST8' EXCHAN^
HOOTED CIBII1TI0NG0TTIII6$.
Scott and Portia,
$1.25 per 100; $10.00 per 1000.
Daybreak,
$1.60 per 100; $12.50 per 1000.
Lizzie McGowan,
$1.00 per 100; $8.00 per lOCO.
THE BOOL FLORAL CO., Ithaca, N. Y.
Carnations!
(Rooted cuttings now ready.)
Mayor Pingree, Meteor, McGowan, Day-
break, Scott, Portia, and other good ones.
ROOTED CUTTINSS, FLAT GROWN.
L. McGowan, Eldorado, Wm. Scott, Portia,
Daybreak, Silver Spray, Alaska, J. J. Harrison,
Tidal-WavP, Meteor, Rose Queen, $1.60 per 100 ;
$12.00 per 1000.
mARIE I.OVISE.
10.000 Violets, flat (rrown, $1.5U per 100;
$12 00 per 1000. Cash with order.
HENRY A. NIEMEYER, Erie, Pa.
GiiTIOHS^PIGOTEES.
The Finest Collection inExistence.
, Lyons, France,
who has made a specialty of these two articles
for many years past, and obtained numerous
prize medals, offers seed saved from over 800
superb varieties, at $15.00 per 100 packets.
Special terms for large quantities. Remit
Draft on Paris or Lyons with orders.
Carnation Cuttings
ieties : Jubilee. Iriumpn, Armazinay, AiasKa,
Bridesmaid, Dean Hole, Goldfinch, Lizzie
McGowan, Mme. Albertini, Meteor, Peachblow,
Rose Queen, Silver Spray, Wm. Scott, Uncle
John.
PRIMULAS, 2M inch, $2.00 per 100.
Send for list and prices on large lots.
Logan Ave. Greenhouses, - DanvHIs, Hi.
: nOBISTS- eXCHAHGC
Good I
ROSES
stock
Send for price list.
CUT ROSES and CARNATIONS always In dock.
H. DALE ■ - Brampton, Ont.
HEKE'S YOOB GH|I|ICE!!
Clean, Strong CIRNITIONS
Eldorado, Scott, Albertini. Alaska, Minnie
Cook, Rose Queen, Triumph, McGowan. Roo;-
ed cuttings, Sl.OO per 100. Fine plants from
soil, »2.00 per 100, These will yield cut-
tings at once.
G. PILLSBURY S SON, Nashua, N. H.
Pays Well Even out of Season.
advt. in regard to the Model carnatioi
:t in your March 6th number, although ou
ion, proved a good iBvestment.
THEBON PARKER.
YOU RUN NO RISK.
If the Cuttings are not satisfactory, you re-
turn them at my expense. Unlimited quanti-
ties at reasonable prices.
Varieties. - McGowan. Alaska, Ivory,
Harrison's White, Scott, Daybreak. Abundance,
Triumph, Bridesmaid DellaFox, Victor, Emma
Wocher Portia, Fred Dorner, Cartledge, Wave,
lago, Crimson Sport, Buttercup, Eldorado,
Keller and Armazindy.
Pansies. Smilax. Violets.
ALBERT M. HERR, L. B. 496, Lancaster, Pa.
ROOTED CUTTINGS.
CARNATIONS.
Mrs. Chas. Duhme (Dorner '93).
Mrs. Geo. M. Bradt (Dorner '93).
11.50 per doz.; $10 per 100; $75 per 1000.
Lily Dean (May), Maud Dean (May).
$3.00 per doz. ; $10 per 100; $75 per 1000.
Per 100 Per 1000
Wm. Scott i.oo 7.50
Lizzie McGowan .... 1.00 8.00
Daybreak & Storm King i.so 12.50
Portia & T. Wave . . . i.io 10.00
Mrs. Fisher 1.25 11.00
Meteor All sold.
Eldorado 2.00
Alaska & Anna Webb . 1.50 12.50
Thos. Cartledge .... 1.50 12.50
EDW. J. TAYLOR,
tbemb: Wholesale Carnation Grower,
Cash or Reference. SOUTHPORT, CONN.
THE FLOmsTS'
The Pl-orists' Exchange.
379
CARNATIONS i
nna 'W^ebb, Helen Keller. Daybreak,
Albertinl, Cartledire, Van Leen-nen,
Opliella, $1,30 per 100; $12.00 per 1000
''cHRYSANTHEMUMSr'" '"'""""""'"
44 varieties, including- Mrs. Perrin.Wra. Simpson. Pink Ivory. Liberty, Kieman, and the best
of the standard varieties at moderate prices. Cash with order.
JOHN HtCKETT i CO., 62il St., mar Elmwood Ive., PHILlDELPHIl, Pi.
THE COTTAGE GARDENS, Queens, L. I.
SPECIALISTS IIS
Carnations, Cannas, Chrysanthemums,
?»SVr Geraniums and Dahlias. iikPe^sV""
SEEDLING CARNATIONS for 1897.
IPlnt.anearlya
T fragrant and a good
'large and showy flowers, i
Minr Villi: Variegated Wbii
bHrli IVinai shipper, stems e
JOSEPH JErrEnSONi color resembling Thos.Cartledge, much larger flow
Send For Wiolesilo List of Kew lid Stioditd Oapnattons. Stock Strong »nd H^ilthy. NO RUST.
C. J. PENNOCK, The Pines, KENNETT SQUARE, PA.
THE CARNATION NOVELTIES,
MAYOR PINGREEindMORELLO
other new sorts, also noted introductions, and well-known standards.
Our Fine New Illastrated Catalogue Now Ready. FREE.
DAN'L B. LONG,
Jobbing Florist and Growers' Agent, BUFFALO N. Y.
WHEN WRITINQ MENTION t»« rUMISTS- eXCHANGt
NEW. . . .
CARNATION
JUBIL
IX IS A WIKNER : Y'OU WII,1. GET LEET 'WIXHOUX IX.
Strong, Healthy Cuttings, Free From Rust, Rooted Cool.
Per 100 Per 1000 Per IOC Pei
Mrs. Geo. M. Bradt..
Eldorado..
Bridesmaid 3 00
Albertini 3 00
Lizzie McGowan 1 00
Alaalia 2 00
Portia 1 00
Terms, Cash with Order. Send for Wholesale List. Address
^SSEl^I^. ROCKFORD,
H. W. BUCKBEE,
$25 00
15 00
25 CO
ILL.
BATH'S CARNATIONS
The following selection of Winter Flowering Carnations contains all the new-
est and most profitable market varieties yet introduced, they are all exceptionally
vigorous, the flowers are large, with perfect calyx, and most profuse bloomers.
ilh a bright
I formed. $1.50
per doz.; $11.00 per 100.
LEONIDAS. ^riSr
Krowth
$2.00 per doz. ; $15.00 per
riety, bright
nd very free.
flesh pink.
MILE. THERESE FRANCO.
full flowers, pet
doubtedlv the finest
vation. Certificated R. H. S., London. $1.25
per doz.; 8900 per 100.
PRIMROSE DAY. I^^V^^^^Si
flowersarethe largestof
any in the winter blooming section ; the color
16 a full deep yellow. It is of exeeplional vigor
and very free bloomer. Certificated R. H. S.,
London. $3.00 per doz.; $15.00 per 100.
WILLIAM ROBINSON. ^':^^^r^^^\
formed flowers;
plant very vigorous and free. This is much th€
flnest Scarlet Carnation yet introduced. Certl.
floated K. H. 8., London. December 16, 1896.
$2.00 per doz.; $16.
pots. Packing free, and freight paid
Casb -wltb Order,
Satisfactory Reference.
My collection of carnations for growing in the open field is one of the flnest ii
Full catalogue post free on application.
R. H. BATH,
THE FLORAL
FARMS,
WISBECH. ENG
FAMOUS CARNATION BELLA FOX!
PROFITABLE CARNATIONS
[he ones you want to grow this year. The times are too hard for you to grow poor stock.
Carnations have been greatly improved during the past few yearp. We have as go(»d as can be
produced up to date, iiur stock is weil rooted, very much ot it being transplanted into soil and
well established, but we have not raised our price for this. Send us your orders, and we feel
sure you will be satisfied. Special prices on large lots.
Here are a fetv quotations. Xerms casb ^Bvltb order.
per 100 per 1000
Morello, new scarlet, extra fine $10.00 $76.00
Flora Hill, white, large and free 12.00 100.00
Mrs. IVIcBurney, light pink, large.... 12.00 100.00
Harrison's White, Sport from Scott.. 10,00
Mayor Pingree, yellow, large, free... 10.00 7.500
Mrs. Duhrae, clear pink, free, early. 10.00 75.00
Mrs. Bradt, white, marked scarlet. . 10.00 75.00
C. A. Dana, shell pink, flne 12.00
Lily Dean, white, marked pink 10.00 75 00
Maud Dean, white, blush center in.OO 75 00
Ivory, very productive, white 3.00 25.00
CEO. ^HANCOCK & SON,
Dazzle, extremely bright scarlet,
doesnot fade. We recommend it. 4.00 35.00
Daybreak, soft, delicate pink 2.00 16.00
Wm Scott, clear bright pink 2.00 15(0
Rose Queen, rose pink, free 2.00 15.i 0
Bridesmaid, large, clear pink 2.50 2ii 00
Meteor, crimson, best of the dark.. 2.50 20 rn
Lizzie McGowan, whi e, large, free. . 2 00 15.00
Send In your orders early.
- Grand Haven, Mich.
Harrison's
# White.
NEW YELLOW CARNATION,
MAYOR PINQREE
BESTCHER BROS., Canal Dover, 0.
Mr. FRED. BREITMEYER,
MT. CLEMENS, MICH.
Dear Sir: — Regarding the Mayor
Pingree Carnation, I have traveled ex-
tensively the few years past and have
viewed nearly all the new varieties intro-
duced in their original habitat, but none
have pleased me so well as M. P. as to
growth, freedom of bloom; in fact nearly
every essential factor that goes towards
making the perfect carnation. I have
crossed it with many other kinds and for
crossing it seems admirable. We have
some seedlings that doubtless will
give us something very fine, if vigorous
growth is any criterion upon which we
may pin our hopes, etc.
Any one who does not secure some
plants of it will make a mistake, doubly
so to those who are in the fascinating
part of plant breeding. Thanking you
for the plants you sent, etc.
CHAS. BETSCHER.
P. S.— As a pot-plant I know of nothing
that has the stamina of Piogree.
THE, CORNELL UNIVERSITY.
College of Agriculture,
L. H. BAILEY, Prol. of Horticulture.
Mr. FRED. BREITMEYER,
DETROIT, MICH.
My Dear Sir:—! am greatly obliged
for the photograph of the Carnations,
which is very good. We are growing a
picked lot of Carnations this year and
we have a pretty good show considering
that this is one of the dullest climates in
the North. Of all the varieties which
we have, the Pingree has attracted the
most attention. It is the best yellcw
which we have ever grown, and if it
holds up everywhere as it has with us, it
seems to me that it is a coming variety.
The flowers are good shape, long keep-
ers ; the plant is exceedingly strong,
and the stems are long enough and
strong enough to satisfy John Thorpe's
idea of a typical flower.
Yours very truly,
L. H. BAILEY,
WHENWRrrmat
E n.ORIST-8 CXCHANOC
Ready Now. $1.50 Per Doz.; $10 Per 100; $75 Per 1000.
-FOR SALE BY-
JOHN BREITMErER S SONS, THE GOTTieE GIPDENS,
Miami and Gratiot Aves., DETROIVMICH, QUEENS, L. I.
380
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Answers Solicited from Those Who Know.
(84) Golden-Veined Astilbe Japon-
Ica, P. J. N.— There is nothing unusual In
the variegation; we have seen it occur sev-
eral times, but never found it constant.
(85) Scotch Heath, Ottawa. — The
hardy evergreen European heaths are not
grown in this country except In botanical
gardens. It you have reference to the
heiths used by the florist trade at these
times and as a selling card named " Scotch
heather," bat which are not natives of
Scotland at all, we know of no one offering
stocks at present. Those who have them
are growing for their own trade.
(86) Remedy Wanted for Winged
Ants.— Can any of your readers give di-
rections for ridding greenhouses of what I
call, for want of a better name, " winged
ants?" They infest the carnation and rose
beds, indeed, everything about the green-
houses, and are doing great damage. The
woodwork of these houses was soaked in
crude oil at the time of building, but that
has not prevented these pests from de-
stroying the sides and bottoms of the
benches as well as large quantities of the
plants. A. W.
(87) Violets.— J. The experience of the
New York market this season has been
that violets are being more extensively
grown than ever before, and, further, that
the flowers have been better in quality-
that is, there has been a larger number of
successful growers. On the other hand,
the buying public has not shown a propor-
tionately Increased desire for violets, and
certainly has refused to pay the fancy
prices once obtainable.
Why growers persist in raising single
violets is a question for them to answer.
We have not noticed any tendency on the
part of the retail trade in this city to use
single violets, excepting the very flue new
varieties, when well grown, such as
Princess of Wales, etc Of course, the
supply of these has been limited.
(88.) Heatlug by Coll Boiler.— We
have a coll boiler, made of Ave lj<-inch
pipes, 6 feet long. We want to heat eight
houses, 10 feet wide and 75 feet long, con-
taining 1800 feet of pipe, by overhead sys-
tem, using 2-inch flowsandlj-lnch returns,
two returns to one flow. Have we suf-
flclent pipe to heat the houses to 45 de-
grees In zero weather? Location Is well
protected from the north wind. Houses
run north and south. If not sufficient for
eight, how many houses would the piping
mentioned heat? Violette.
—Provided there Is no glass In the
Bide walls, the radiation, as proposed—
1800 square feet for the eight houses— ar-
ranged as two 2-lnch flows and four l}i-
Inch returns, should be ample. Consider
Ing economy of fuel alone, this will be the
preferable way of arranging the radia-
tion, but If the houses are built on the
"ridge and furrow" plan, and measure
no more than 6J2 feet from ridge to plate,
it will be possible to heat them with one
2 inch flow and four IJ-lnch returns, al-
though the temperature may drop to 40
degrees In very severe weather.
There must be some mistake about the
number of pipes in the coll boiler, as the
number stated— five IJ-inch, each 6 feet
long— would be utterly Inadequate. While
a smaller number could be used, I should
prefer fifty-six 2-inch pipes of the above
length, with a grate 2i!X4 feet.
(89) Heating by Steam.— I have a house
which contains violets ; it is heated with
two flows and one return, all 2-lnch pipes ;
and I notice when the two flows are work-
ing the steam seems to circulate much
quicker than when two or three 2-lnch
pipes constitute the returns. I have oc-
casion to heat two rose houses on the same
principle, but before doing so would like
to get the advice of some one capable of
explaining the practical working of con-
densation. If it is necessary to have more
returns than flows, please explain why.
A Reader.
—I am not sure that I understand what
is meant by "circulates quicker." It
may be that when the additional returns
are added the radiation is larger than the
boiler can supply, in which case it will be
only when it Is flred hard that the pipes
will be filled with steam. In arranging
the piping we only attempt to secure the
required amount of radiation, and to have
their level so adjusted that the condensed
water will run back to the boiler. We
may connect the supply pipes with the
coils at the boiler end of the house, give
them a fall through the house, and at the
farther end connect a pipe to carry the re-
turn water to the boiler ; or, better, run a
single supply pipe overhead to the farther
end, where it can be connected with the
colls which should slope back towards the
boiler.
There are, of course, other ways of ar-
ranging the pipes, such as having the
same number of flow and return pipes pat
together in a coll. While I cannot recom-
mend the use of 2 inch pipe for steam heat-
ing except for the flows, if I were to use
them to supply radiating surface, I should
use one of them as a return for each coil,
and place in the coils the number of pipes
required to give the needed radiation,
running them all down-hill.
L. R. TAFT.
(90) Heating by Coil Boiler.-Wewisb
to heat by hot water a greenhouse 16x50
feet, t-span long, side to the south, by a
coll boiler of 2 Inch pipe to maintain a
temperature of 65 degrees. The house Is
on side hill, protected on north side ; has
one bench and two solid beds. Side walls
are nearly all in ground ; end walls double
and packed with sawdust; no glass in ends;
we would prefer to have boiler at north
side under bench, with two 2 Inch flows.
How many Vj inch returns would we need
to maintain this temperature, and how
should they be placed ? How many feet of
pipe In coil with grate surface,20x30 inches?
Wright & Huntley.
-For a house of the size described the
grate need not be larger than 20x20 inches.
This will require a fire surface in the heat-
ing coils of 84 square feet, or about 135
linear feet of 2 inch pipe. To heat the
house to 65 degrees, ten l^i inch returns
in addition to the two 2-lnch flows will be
required, or five returns to each flow. One
of these flows can be on the posts support-
ing the ridge, and one of the returns can
be run on the north plate and the others
in the north walk. The other flow can be
on the purlin posts, and the returns can
be arranged the same as on the other side
of the house. L. R. Taft.
(91) Heating. — I have the following
greenhouses (1) a propagating hoase 8x40
feet, (2) a carnation house 16x80 feet, (3) a
violet and vegetable house 8x80 feet and
(4) a carnation house 28x80 feet. No. 1 is
heated by 85 linear feet of 2inch pipe ; No.
2 by 230 feet of 2-inch pipe and two flues of
Slnch terra cotta pipe : No. 3 has 170 feet
of 2-inch pipe, and No. 4 will be heated by
one 2-inch flowand twelve 1'4^-lnch returns.
The heater has a grate surface 28x36 inches.
The heating surface on each side of the Are
pot is supplied by 27 pipes, of which 15 are
3,1 < feet long, and form the sides and top of
the flre box, while the others are ten
Inches long, and are placed at the lower
end of the smoke flues. These pipes are
all IJf inch, and are connected at the end.«
so that the water on each side has to pass
through ail of the pipes on that side. The
top of the arch Is 28 Inches above the grate.
What changes would you suggest ?
R. Pa.
The size of the grate Is all right, but I
should prefer to add from2E to 30 per cent,
to the amount of flre surface, and thus
secure the amount needed for the piping
Were it not that the fines are used to heat
one house, the fire surface should be in-
creased from 80 to 100 per cent, to secure
economy in fuel consumption. The top of
the arch is at least ten inches higher from
the grate than it should be for the best
results. On each side the pipes are so con
nected that the water has to pass through
twenty seven return bends in one circuit
of the heater, which cannot but impede
the circulation. I should prefer to shorten
and straighten the circuit.
The radiating surface in house No. 1
(8x40 feet) will need one or two more pipes
if a temperature of more than 50 degrees is
required; No. 2 is, perhaps, all right,
depending upon the efliciency of the flues ;
No. 3 (8.\80 feet, for violets) would be best
heated by one flow and two returns of
2 inch pipe. In No. 4 (28x80 feet, for car-
nations) the 2-inch fiow should not have
more than six or eight IJ4 inch returns,
but to heat the house properly it will be
best to use three 2-lnch flows, and either
twelve IK inch or fourteen IV Inch re-
turns. L. R. Taft.
(92.) Carnations. — In looking over
back numbers of the Exchange, I fail to
find anything that will throw light on
several points about which I would like
very much to have information. (1) In
receiving carnation cuttings or plants
from a distance, can they be set out in the
field at once without Injury? (2) What
is the best date to receive such plants or
cuttings In Massachusetts? (3) Where
lime is used in the soil, in open ground,
and also on benches, is it air-slacked, and
what proportion Is used? A. H. Brown.
(1) If the plants are from pots or soil,
have become well established and have
not been injured by tearing too much soil
from the roots, packed properly, and have
no great distance to go, they may with
perfect safety be transferred directly to
the field, after first dipping the roots In
water. This may also be done with cut-
tings from the sand, providing they are
healthy and strong, and conditions are
favorable for planting. When plants come
a long distance and have become rather
dry during transit, they should be thor-
oughly soaked with water and put in a
cool, shady place (not dark), to freshen up.
If conditions should be very unfavorable
for planting at the time of arrival, the
plants can be held a few days In flats with-
out Injury, by putting a little soil between
each row and shading from the noonday
sun. I would advise, whenever possible,
either to procure plants from soil, or to
purchase the cuttings at once and grow
them on for a few weeks in flats before
planting in the fleld. Such plants will give
better satisfaction than cuttings trans-
ferred from the sand directly to the field.
(2) This can only be answered intelli-
gently by a resident of your own locality.
commence planting about the middle
waiting until we are reasonably sure that
injurious frosts are over. The sooner the
plants are planted after this time the
better.
weather will accomplish this readily when
it is distributed over the field In small
piles. It will depend on your soil and the
condition it is in how much you should
use. If it Is rich in vegetable matter and
humus, 20 to 25 bushels per acre is a safe
quantity. Lime is not beneflclal for poor
soil, as it contains no fertilizing properties
of its own, but its action reduces to a sol
ubie form what the soil contains. For this
reason it is more beneflclal when used on
low bottom land, or on land where a heavy
sod or some green crop has been turned
under. If the soil for the benches has been
taken from the fleld that has been treated
with the lime as above, it will contain all
that is necessary. H. Weber.
Hot Water Under Pressure.
A-pril fi, 189T.
In selecting me to speak on the subject
of heating with hot water under pressure,
I presume it has been the object of the club
for me to show what results have been ac-
complished by me under the different sys-
tems. Now, I wish to state right here that
while I champion the hot water system of
heating, my experience has been entirely
confined to conditions that exist at our
Riverton plant, where it is impossible on
account of the high water level to dig a
densed steam to the boilers by gravity,
which makes it necessary to use either a
pump or a patent steam, trap for the pur-
pose. I therefore wish to impress that I
simply give the results as experienced un-
der these conditions, and am not ready to
condemn steam heating for all conditions
and for all parts of the country, but so well
pleased have I been with the hot water sys-
tem as now adopted by us, that I would
not think of changing from it. even were I
to erect a plant on a hillaide where the
most favorable conditions existed tor steam
heating.
I will not attempt to describe in complete
detail the system of piping adopted by us,
as it is next to impossible to do this in a
comprehensible manner without extensive
illustrations, which I think is not neces-
sary, as the plant has been seen by almost
all of the members present. I would, how-
ever, say that we are this season using
in the range of glass erected last summer
both up-hill and down-hill piping, and in
some instances both combined on the same
run of pipes with the most satisfactory re-
sults; our boilers are located centrally, and
by a thorough system of mains of proper
sizes we are enabled to reach the most dis-
tant points, nearly 400 feet fromi the boil-
ers, sufficiently quick to prevent any seri-
ous drop in the temperature, even in the
most sudden changes of the weather.
Selection of Boilers.
The same as with steam heating, the
most important point to begin with is to
select the proper boiler. Don't go to a
junk shop for this and buy up any old ket-
tle that you find lying on a lot, which you
are almost always told has simply been
pulled out of some manufacturing estab-
lishment because it was not large enough,
which generally means that the boiler is
about used up, and is no more fit for the
manufacturer of plants or cut flowers than
it is for the manufacturer of any other arti-
cle. In our own work we use the horizon-
tal tubular style of boilers, with a few al-
terations; we have the boilers construct-
without a steam dome, and the entire shell is
filled with tubes right to the top. The shell
is 50 inches in diameter, and contains
thirty-five 4-lnch tubes; they are bricked in
in such a manner that the gases first pass
under the shell of the boiler, returning
through the lower sixteen tubes to the front
and back to the smokestack through the
upper nineteen tubes; the boilers being
sixteen feet long, the gases travel
forty-eight feet before reaching the smoke-
stack, thus leaving but little room for
Theory and Practice.
There is not the least doubt that while
hot water heating is not in its infancy,
there are still many points for us to learn,
and many ideas that were only a few years
since condemned theoretically have been
found perfectly practical, and, while true,
theory and practice can never be at vari-
the
put
out by men of limited experience which they
are pleased to call theory.
In 1S92 we built a range of six houses
covering a space 105 feet long by 156 feet
wide, in which we placed a hot water heat-
ing plant, operated by two cast iron patent
boilers; the piping was arranged according
to the then existing practice of placing the
boilers low enough to allow of an up-grade
to the flow pipes to the farthest point, re-
turning down grade to the boiler. This
plant proved very much more economical
than the steam heating plant In our older
houses, but as the style of boilers adopted
in this plant would only burn egg coal, it
did not show as great a saving in fuel as
our newer additions.
In 1895 we built a range of glass cover-
ing an area of 176 feet by 262 feet, and our
experience inclined us to heat with hot
water; in deciding on this, we took the
safe course of calling into consultation sev-
eral hot water engineers of known ability.
An important factor in the problem was
the fact that water lies very close to the
surface of our ground and particularly so at
the point where these buildings were to be
erected, which necessitated the construe'
tion of very expensive water tight pits,
should we adopt the current construction of
depressed boiler; to obviate this, one of
the engineers, Mr. M. O. Roberts, of the
Roberts Machine Co., of Collegeville, Pa.,
proposed to place the boilers above ground,
carrying the hot water directly to a con-
siderable elevation, then dropping down to
the lowest points from which the pipes
again make a rise; this was a complete re-
versal of current practice, and of the limit-
ed theory then extant, and as we consulted
but few persons who did not condemn this
plan, we did not feel Justified in taking the
risk of expending the large sum of money
required to heat such a large range of glass
on a plan which might fail; we, therefore,
followed the old ideas, at a cost of many
dollars expended in obtaining a foundation
and suitable watertight pits tor the boil-
ers. The system consisted of four forty-
five H. P. steel return tubular boilers as
described before and coils of two-inch
pipes. This system worked excellently, but
the temperature was not maintained as
uniform as might be desired, but showed
the sought after economy in consumption
of fuel, as I will show further on.
The Elevated Boiler System.
In 1896 we duplicated the houses we
had built in 1895, and in view of our large
expenditure the year before in setting our
boilers, we again called on Mr. Roberts,
smaller plants on the elevated boiler sys-
tem, which were being operated satisfactor-
ily, and he convinced us that while the old
method was ail right, the correct theory of
circulation did not limit the relative posi-
tion of the boiler to the piping to the de-
pressed position, insisted upon by many
other able engineers. The points that he ar-
gued were that natural circulation was en-
tirely due to the relative specific gravities
of the atoms of water at different tempera-
tures. The relatively hot atom being of
less specific gravity due to increase of its
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The Pi-ORiSTS' Bxchttng^.
381
volume caused by expansion by the heat,
rises and a colder and heavier atom des-
cends to talte its place. We then have a
certain volume of water which by the
power due to difference of the specific
gravities of its atoms, must be moved with
sufficient rapidity to supply enough heat
units to maintain the required temperature
against the resistance due to friction.
The limit of circulation is the point
reached by the atoms of water at the time
when they have given up enough of their
stored seat to be reduced to the tempera-
ture of the atoms they meet at that point.
When the directional circulation is gov-
erned by pipes which first go up and then
down, the atoms in the down pipe ate
colder, that is, heavier, than those in the
up pipe, which are just leaving the boilei-;
tlieir descent therefore under the laws of
gravitation, forms a syphon. So Iodk.
therefore, as the highest point in the sys
tem is slightly nearer the boiler than tlit
point where the temperature of the atomt
is balanced, circulation will be maintained
Afi the normal and therefoi^ a,.-Sv rapid
circulation is vertical, it is best to attain
the highest required point at once, a>3
gravity will return the cooling atoms
through the system to the boiler as rapidly
as the heat expels the other atom.3. The
longer the pipe from the boiler to the
highest point, the greater the amount of
friction to overcome. As the shortest dis-
tance from one elevation to another is di-
rectly vertical, the friction ia reduced to a
minimum by attaining the highest point at
once, and then dropping down to the radiat-
ing system.
We adopted this plan, putting in three
boilers of the same eize and kind, as
placed in the 1S95 houses, setting the boil-
ers so that the return pipe came in just
level with the bottom of the boiler. The
outward flow pipe from each boiler waiS 6
inches in diameter, rising vertically to a
manifold placed 6 feet above the tops of
the boilers. From the manifold the mains
lead directly downwards about 10 feet and
then off to supply the coils. The plant
works to our entire satisfaction, maintain-
ing the proper temperature almost uniform-
ly throughout the housee, and in all
weathers.
Hot MVa
Tim
As a hot water system requires about
twice as much radiating surface as a
steam system and hence larger mains, its
first coet is one-third to one-halt greater
than in the case of steam, but it is more
pliable and adaptable to changee of tem-
perature, and gives a better character of
heat. Except in exceptionally cold weather,
which lasts but a small fraction of the
season, the hot water plant can be more
economically operated.
A certain number of heat units must be
radiated to maintain the required tempera-
ture. A given volume of water contains a
certain amount of heat unit£ depending
upon the temperature of the water. The
radiating surface per volume of water is
greater the smaller the diameter of the
pipe, hence the smaller the pipe, the radia-
tion from the same volume of water; but
the smaller the pipe the greater the quantity
of pipe that must be used to furnish the
required radiating surface, and the greater
will be the resistance to flow; and the
longer the pipe the more Joints and flttinga
to be provided and maintained. Our ex-
perience clearly demonstrates that a 2 ijch
pipe about balances the advantages gained
in radiation, and the disadvantages of cost
of maintenance and loss by friction. In
other words, a 2 inch pipe is better thun
a larger one, because of more economical
heating and better than a lighter pipe, be-
cau.se ot more economical cost of erection
and operation.
Care and attention required in running
a hot water plant are also much less than
a team plant of the same capacity. We
have one fireman who comes on at 6 o'clock
at night and remains until 6 o'clock in
the morning, when it is considered that
after the eleven boilers amounting in all
to 430 horse-power; that these boilers are
located in four different pits to make a full
round of which he mu.5t each time travel
about 400 yards; it will fully illustrate the
economy of the system in the saving of
labor The man doing the firing has no
other duties to perform, he being guided in
his work by the hourly records of tem-
peratures as noted by the watchman. With
a team plant of same capacity, one man
would not he able to attend to the work
thoroughly.
To show the relative consumption
ml iniriiative cost of fuel between the
\ \.iiiiis of heat ng, I have eielected
til 11! re lart of our plant heated with
ti 1 consSsting of 45,000 square feet of
g a » against which I have placed that
par erected in the summer of 1895, which
crn, I ts of 53.000 square feet of glass, and
which :,:. fi:ted up with hot water under
prescure, which is furnished by an ele-
vated tank from which the pressure varies
from 12 to 15 pounds. Th s enables us to
heat the water to a temperature of 240
degrees, or 12 degrees above the boiling
hous'
hcavi'.y that it is very rarely til
at we pus
-t to he boiling point.
The average temperature ma
intained
both of thc.;e blocks of houses
was 60 d
grees, so the figures given wi
1 illustra
very closely the work done
jy the d.
fcrent systems. I would state
right he
that
hou
the oU style of houses, while the water
plant consists entirely of high houses, with
the gutters elevated 61/2 feet above the
w-alk. Now. as many growers maintain
that it requires considerable more heat to
vyarm a house of this size on account of
the greater volume of air, this space, if
t really does take more power to heat,
has not been taken into consideration in
my estimate, and would throw so much more
in favor of the hot water systems.
I have selected the three months, January,
February and March, 1896, as a basis for my
observations as three average winter
months, and find as follows:
To heat the 45,000 square feet of glass
with steam we use in ordinary weather one
60-horse power horizontal tubular boiler
and a loco boiler of same capacity; these
are supplemented in severe weather by
a 40-horse power horizontal tubular boiler,
making in all 160-horse power for the 45,-
000 square feet of gloss; now this same
plant supplies steam for running a pump
and an engine for supplying power to a
small circular saw, and other machinery.
The amount of coal consumed to furnish
this power I have been unable to sepa-
rate from the total consumption, but have
estimated that allowing one ton per day
as being used for this purpose during the
three months would be a fair allowance.
We consumed in the three steam boilers
in the three months 355 tons of buckwheat
coal, deducting 90 tons as being the quan-
tity used for power purposes, leaves 265
tons, which at $1.70 per ton makes a
total of $450.50 for heating the 45,000
square feet to a temperature of 60 de-
grees, or $10 per 1,000 square feet of glass
surface for the three months. During the
same period the 63,000 square feet of glass
heaated with hot water by three depressed
horizontal tubular boilers of 45-horse power
each, or 135-horee power in all, consumed
248 tons of the same quality of fuel, which
at $1.70 per ton makes a total of $421.60. or
in round figures $8 per 1,000 square feet,
or a saving ot 20 per cent over the steam
plant.
I regret not to be able to show a similar
comparison between the above described
steam plant and the block ot houses with
elevated boilers, erected in the summer of
1.S96, where I feel satisfied that a further
saving of at least 5 per cent, more could be
shown, which is due to a better distribu-
tion of the main pipes, that enables us to
get a quicker circulation ot the water and
consequently reaching the distance points
with less pushing ot the boilers.
Sweet Peas.
ment Station, Ithaca, N,
ing Information la therein furnished rela-
tive to a selection of varieties :
" It is a great advantage, of course, In
the purchase of anything to know just
what to get, and when a wise man pur-
chases be gets the very best. At the
Sprlngfleld Show, Mr. Hutchlns and Mr.
Burpee selected Independently the four
varieties which each considered the best.
Mr. Hutchlns' choice was. Her Majesty,
Mrs Eokford, Lady Penzance, Ramona.
Mr. Burpee's choice agreed with this as to
the first two, Her Majesty and Mrs. Eok-
ford, but chose for the others Mrs. Joseph
Chamberlain and Blanche Burpee. A se-
lection by either of these men, ot course,
carries much weight, but when they agree
upon any one or two varieties as being the
best of all, thelrcbolcelsnot to be disputed.
Besides this, the Station experlnaent plot
has been closely studied and the best repre-
sentatives in all points of each ot the
classes which have been named above as
they have grown here this Summer, have
been reported. They are (In my opinion):
Dark Pubplk.— Waverly, Duke of Clar-
Striped Purple.— Gray Friar, Juanlta,
Senator.
Lavender.— Countess of Radnor, Lottie
Eckford.
White— The Bride, Emily Henderson.
Primrose -Mrs. Eekford.
White, Flushed with Pink.— Blushing
Beauty, Katherlne Tracy, Eliza Eckford.
Striped or Flaked Pink.— Ramona,
.Mrs. Joseph Chamberlain.
Orange pink.— Lady Penzance, Meteor.
Rose-pink.— Her Majtsty, Splendor.
Rose pink, Shaded with Orange.— Fire-
dy. Princess Victoria.
" These results are simply those of this
experiment plot. Blanche Burpee, I sup-
pose, ought to have come before Emily
Henderson In the whites, but it has not
come up to expectation here and conse-
quently must drop out. No doubt the
-ame Is true of other varieties. Neverthe
less we hope that In this list Is the cream
ot most that Is good In sweet peas. It Is
■laid that Emily Henderson Is Interior to
Blanche Burpee because It Is notched, does
not spread so freely, curls or reflexes to
some extent, and has a tinge of green as
the latter does not. Nevertheless, with us
Blanche Burpee is not a useful flower.
While full grown individual blossoms
possess all the qualities said of It, most of
the flowers do not spread or else fade be-
fore maturity, and consequently do not
act the part expected of them. Ot the
ttrlped pinks, Ramona and Mrs. Joseph
Chamberlain ought really not to be com-
pared, as they are of a wholly different
shade of pink. Ramona may be put first
only because it is perhaps the more re-
fined. Mention ot the dwarf Cupid must
not be omitted Cupid is not wholly a
thing of beauty; Mr. Hutchlns, however,
considers it well worth the Introduction
aistorlcally. He wants it as the basis of
future crosses with the tall varieties, that
me may be enabled to procure the blos-
soms at a more convenient height."
St. Louis.
Bad Weather Induces B.d
The announcement, In my last letter,
of the arrival of Spring, was premature;
ilnce last Monday we have had all sorts of
weather. Trade was as erratic as the
weather; sunshine buoyed prices the early
part of the week, but the rapid change to
rain and back again to sunshine caused
prices to fluctuate In unsettled fashion. A
few retailers report trade fair, but most of
them did very little business. In fact, some
say the past week was the worst of the
year. A few more department store and
millinery openings took place and helped
to prevent congestion of the market. The
fakirs braved the rain storms, and were
out with large quantities of flowers bought
at prices which enabled them to sell roses
and carnations at 20c a dozen.
Roses were abundant, but not a glut
and all stock of fair quality met with clean
sales. The only losses suffered were on
bruised or short-stem stock. Meteor con-
tinues to come In off color and bull-headed.
Bride and Bridesmaid were ot average
quality. Perle was In good demand.
Beauty was plentiful and the demand
lighter than the supply; short -stem stock
as a glut on several days, and found
lief only through the fakirs. Florists
bought fancy, long stem Beauty In limited
quantity, compelling the wholesaler to
carry the stock, and calling for more as
sales were made.
Carnations were scarce early In the week,
and prices advanced sharply, but the sup-
ply Increased by Wednesday, and prices
dropped. Fancy carnations brought ti per
100, and on one day advanced to 13, but
heavier receipts depressed the market to
$3, at which figure the week closed. Scott
and McGowan came In split and sold be-
low quotations for standard. Daybreak
was more plentiful, and the supply of red
was fully up to the demand. There was
no loss ot good quality carnations.
■Violets were in fair request, California
having the call. Single home-grown vio-
lets sell at I5c. to 25c. per 100. Receipts of
Southern violets were light, and those re-
ceived were of poor quality and sold at low
prices when sales could be effected.
Sweet peas were plentiful and sold at
50c. toll per 100.
Romans were In over-supply. Von Slon
were scarce. Dutch hyacinths sold to $3
to $4 per 100, Miniature Dutch at 12 per
100. Valley was plentiful and lower In
price. Paper White was scarce. Harrlsll
reacted under the talk of short crop and
sold at from 16 to $8 per 100. Callas were
a drug. Smllax was scarce.
Plant Tradt.
The plant trade continues fair, and
growers express themselves well pleased
far with business. Young & Sons' Co.
Club Notes.
Th .
the St. Louis Florists' Club will beheld
next Thursday afternoon.
Jottlnga.
Louis Hudson Is very ill, suffering
from asthma. His condition Is critical.
OSTERTAG Bros, are disposing ot large
quantities of artificial palms of their
manufacture. They are shipping them as
far south as Texas.
F. C. Weber was granted a building
permit for a handsome store and dwelling,
and palm bouse adjoining, at Boyle and
Oliver sts., and expects to occupy It before
Fall.
George Walddart put a new refrig-
erator and counter Into his handsome
greenhouse, which Improves the appear-
ance of bis salesroom and affords him
better facilities for handling his stock
C. G. F.
AmUyville. L. I.
Charles Lemker Is report»-d to have
resigned the superlntendency of theAmlty-
vllle Nursery and Greenhouse Company.
Heating Greenhouses.
The two illustrations of boilers shown
on this page were referred to In Professor
Taft's article In last week's Issue, but the
cuts did not arrive In time for Insertion In
that number. The boilers are manufac-
tured by the American Boiler Company.
382
The F=!i-ORiSTS' Excht^nge.
Ornamental Plants,
In a recent number of the Mount Holly
(N. J.) " Mirror," Mr. William T. Harding
contributes an Interesting article descrip-
tive of a visit to the nurseries of Henry A.
Dkeer, at Biverton, N. J , from which we
make the following extracts. Mr. Harding
has traveled extensively, and is an accom-
plished botanist. He says :
"From the wide-spread fame of this
enterprising establishment, I was, in a
measure, somewhat prepared tor the
astonishment I naturally expected to meet
with when I reached there. The immense
canopy of glass, which covers millions of
choice exotics from all parts of the habit-
able globe, Is indeed one of the wonders of
the nineteenth century. The remarkibly
clean, vigorous, and healthy coadition of
everything under cultivation, showed ex-
cellent care and skill in the management.
To give a lucid description of everything
there, and deserving of notice, from ex-
quisite cryptogamous gems, to beauteous
aquatic grandeur, and terrestrial glory of
ligneous and herbaceous beauty, in all
their varied and interesting forms, would
be impossible in a short notice like this.
But of choice species of palms— so familiar
in tropical scenery — I feel constrained to
briefly remark that both in quantity and
quality they excelled everything of the
kind I ever saw In this, or any other
country where vegetal beauty finds ad-
mirers.
"Among so vast a number of choice
plants, every species of which possesses
some peculiarcharm, or interesting feature
— and which, from obvious reasons, I am
compelled to omit even alluding to— yet
there is nevertheless one of the most
unique examples of vegetal magnificence,
namely, Araucarla excelsa, or Norfolk
Inland Pi ae, which I cannot refrain from
noticing more fully. The sight of so many
of these elegant plants— which are uni-
versally recognized as being the most
beautiful of all arborical growth, forcibly
reminded me of their noble port and un-
ur, when years ago, f
amazement, the full
grown spaclmens when landing upon their
native isle, some 400 miles northwest of
New Zealand.
" This celebrated island is surrounded
with bare perpendicular cllflEs 340 feet high ,
and agalns.t which the huge and terrific
breakers of the Pacific perpetually beat
and surge in the wildest fury Imaginable.
To effect a landing thereon Is exceedingly
difficult and dangerous. Bat when once
safe on terra flrma, the landscape is really
beautiful, being well clothed with luxuri-
ant herbage, from which emerges fine
isolated specimens and clumps of palms,
melaleucas, guavas, tristanlas, bananas,
orange and lemon trees, leptospermums,
crotons, calllstemons, dacrydiums, acacias,
with epacris, plneaople, Phormium tenax,
etc., and which give to this delectable
scenery around a park-like appearance,
well watered and beautifully diversified.
"Bat what gave the mo it charming t ffect
to the paradisaical scenery on every side,
were the grandest specimens of Araucarla
excelsa human eyes ever beheld.
"One superb and gigantic old tree, which
ruthless time had not spared as accnmula-
tlve years counted on its lofty form, lay
prostrate before me, uprooted by some
violent gale, and measured in length, 219
feet, and in circumference 35 feet. Where
trees stood oat singly, and of from 60 to 80
feet in altitude, and well furnished from
the ground with healthy branches, they
were indeed objects of surpassing beauty ;
In fact, their statuesque grandeur had no
superiors on the face of the earth."
New Orleans.
BnBlness Bits.
Trade here, since Mardi Grae, has
been at a standstill. Business during that
festival was very good, sales with some
being much larger than last year. Prices
were lower, however.
Spring has set in very early this year,
the thermometer some days going up to
85 degrees, with 70 degrees nights. Annuals
have not flowered so well on account of
the warm weather. Pansies, phlox, etc.,
are being dug up and replaced with
crotons, oaladiums, etc.
Grafted Roses Do Well.
Roses are very abundant. M. Cook
has a grand showing of teas and hybrid
teas, many of which are new and give
great promise. Oar florists have found
out that La France, Mme. C. Testout and
Perle des Jardins are of no use on their
own roots, but when grafted on a good.
climbing Perle doing grandly, growing
very rapidly with hundreds of fine flowers.
This rose was ;no good here until it was
grafted. Beauty succeeds In a few places
only.
"^HdDIIUllinilS 1
AZ;aL,EA INDICA.
Specially grown for American trade, from 8 to
15 inch diameter, $15.00 to 135 00 per 100.
KENTIA BELItlOREANA.
With J, 5 and 6 cliaracter leaves, from Ki to 3 ft.
hlBh. MO.OO to «200 00 per 100.
KENTIA FORSTERIANA.
With 4, 5 and 6 character leaves, from \% to 3 ft.
hiKh, 130.00 to »125.00 per 100.
liATANIA BORBONICA.
From \% to i^ ft. hluh. »25.00 to 100.00 per 100.
COCOS WEDDELIANA.
From 1 ft. upwards, »25.000 and upwards per 100.
ARECA LUTESCENS.
From IJ^. 2 ft. and more »3') to JIOO.OO per 100.
ARAUCARIA EXCELSA.
10. 12, up to 16 inch high, $50.00 to »150.00 per 100.
SWEET BAYS.
Pyramids and Standards, fine shaped trees, from
Variegated, »7o.00 per 1000
BEGONIA, Sinele-Separate Colors.
1 in. and V4. In. diameter, »8and $18 per 1000.
Double— in Separate c.tlors.
1 in. and I'j In. diameter, (22 and $40 per lODO
GLOXINIA ERECTA (Hybrids).
H to I inch, JIO.OO, 1 Inch and more, »18.00 per 1000-
CAMELLIAS, IR H O D O D E N D RO N S,'
LILACS and all other Nursery Stock grown
ROYAL NURSERIES
LOUIS m HOOTTE PLRE
Ghent, Belgium.
EASTER STOCK.
Azaleas. Lilies.
Hyacinths, in Pans and Pots.
Tulips, in Pans.
Hydrangeas. Spiraeas.
Al Stock.
HESSION,
Clarkson Street, (above couDt.v Bidgs.;
FLATBUSH, N. Y.
DECORATIVE PLANTS
At Sreitly Esdaoed Prices.
stock lart'e and in line con-
Special prices on large orders i
Send in list of your wants
W. J. HESSER,
Plalt.mouth, Neb.
WHEN WRmWQ MENTIOM THE W- LISTS' EXCHtWCe
U. J. Virgin has his three new housef-
almost ready for his roses. These houses
will be heated by steam, and if the ven-
ture is successful he will heat his whole
plant with steam. His will be the first
commercial place to adopt this system of
heating here.
K. Valdejo has had some nice blooms of
President Carnot rose, but does not think
the variety any better tban what we have
got for this climate; it Is nowhere with
Maman Cochet at present.
Lord & Bdrnham Co. have finished the
large conservatory for W. Denegre, E«q.;
it is one of the finest horticultural struc-
tures in the South.
Socletj News.
A new interest seems to be taken
in our horticultural society. For some
time past the society has been going
slow ; now every meeting a paper Is read
by one of the members. At each meeting
a name is drawn, and the member chooses
his own subj-ct. [A very good plan and
worthy of adoption by other similar or-
ganizations.—Ed.] At the last meeting
John Eblen read a paper on the way a
florist should conduct his business. He
advised against deceiving a customer, if
you have not got the plant wanted, don't
practice substitution.
James Newsham also read a paper on
his trip to South America in search of
orchids and new plants ; it was very inter-
esting.
Jottings.
The great Mississippi river is causing
some of our florists to feel a little worried ;
if it continues to rise much higher, those
In the uptown district win be in a bad way.
J. MtJLLBB Is still unable to get out.
HARRY PAPWORTH.
GOOD STOCK. LOW PRICES.
..Pandanns Utilis. 2^.1nch pots, extra Btrong ii'soand ■"'^jo'each
Arecn Late«cen»,^Si-lnch pots'.' strong.' S'piants'i'n'i' po't'.'.'.'.'.'.'.".'.'.'. '.'.'.'.'.'.'.'.'. ..'...., tl ^1 per 100
4-lncb pots, strong. 3 plants ill a pot. hushy ' o.OOperlOO
8-inch pots, strong. 3 plants In a pot. bushy $200each
Kentia Belmoreana, 3-inch pots »12.00perl00
II II 5-|nch pots, 5 to 6 leaves. 20 inches high 75 cts. each
6-inch pots! heavy, 80 inches high '.'.'.'.'.'.'...'.'.'.'..'.'.'.'.'.'.'.'." n'-ia each
Latanie Borbonica, 2k-inch pots, ready to shift »:i.60perlOO
6-lnch pots, Tleaves 75cts.each
Cocoa \/etldellana, 3-inch pots $2.50 per dozen
S-inch pots, extra fS.OOper dozen
Geranlut. ^, 2H-lnch pots, very strong. Double Gen. Grant, S. A. Nutt,
La Favorite and assorted $3.00 per 100
Peruniaa, doubles, fine strains, rooted cuttings $2. CO per 100
Heliotrope, dark blue, rooted cuttings. Aeeratnm, dwarf, blue, rooted cuttings- 75c. per 100
Salvia Splendens, 2-lnch pots >2^60perl00
JOHK SCOTT, Keap Street Greenbouses, BROOKLVIi, N. Y
Nephrolepis Exaltata Bostoniensis.
In large and small quantities for Spring delivery, from $40.00
to 180.00 per 1000. Mine is the gennine stock.
FRED. C. BECKER, - - - 1730 Cambridge Street, CAMBRIDGE, MASS.
CYCAS REVOLUTA....
The true long leaf variety, just arrived. Stems from 2 inches long, up-
wards, $io.oo per lOO Itos.; great reduction on quantilies.
Prices on all bulbous and decorative s'ock given by correspondence.
♦ F. W. O. SCHMITZ,
JERSEY CITY, N.J.
nJRBTg EXeH*NQe
Nephrolepis Exaitata Bostoniensis.
TUB BOSTOIV DROOPING FERK.
or June to Auj
1000; $6.00, $7.0(. .
largest grower of Bedding Plants 1
ror prices or call and see them.
L. H. FOSTER, - ... 45 King St., Dorchester, Mass.
WMEM wmnMa mewticw the nansrv encHAwot
Yellow Marguerite all sold that are rooted,
[hanks to the Exchange. HENRY NEENER.
Gouvorneur. N. Y., Feb. 3. 1897.
ORCHIDS FOR CUTTING.
The Largest and Finest Stock in the World.
St. Albans, England.
Bruges, Belgium.
DIMMOCK, care of Weeber & Don
lUChamliersSt.. N. Y. City.
■TINOt
P. OUWERKERK,
1 1 23 Summit Ave., Jersay City, N.J.
Just received from our Holland
Nurseries :
RHODODENDRONS, AZALEAS,
SPIR/EA JAPONICA, LILIOM SPECIOSOM,
PJEONIES, RLEEDING HEART,
POT GROWN LILACS, HYDRANGEA IN SORTS.
CLEMATIS and H. P. ROSES, m the be.t.orts
WE MAKE A SPECIALTY OF GROWING
A. W. Smith's Hybrid Moonflowers
(Ipomeea Noctiflora.)
The above are strictly the beat Moonflowers
in cultivation; blooming from 30 to 48 days
earlier than the old variety ; producing four or
"■ looms, and blooms from
. diameter. The flowers
will be boolsed i
Fine Geraniu
$6 per
1 rates. Orders 1
t in. pots, all colors.
arry on an immene
. pots, ■
Plant
cheap for cash; prices on applicatioi
Hyaointlis already budded (separate coloi
mixed), from $6 to $7 per 100 full bloom or b
CASH WITH ORDER.
GODFREY ASCHMANN
1013 Ontario St., Rising Sun, Philadelphia,
WHEN WRrriNa MENTIOri THE FLORISTS'
HARRISII LILIES, good strong plants,
guaranteed right for Easter. 8 cts. a bud.
CINERARIAS, 4 inch, all in bud and bloom.
$1.26 per dozen.
CARNATIONS, rooted cuttings, Scott and
McGowan. SK 00 per 1000.
WHiTTON & SONS,
Wholesale Florists, City and Green Sis., Ulica, N. Y.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS'
IIZIILEliS FOB EDSTEK.
DahltaR. stronpr f
..each 45c.; I.'i 00 per doz.
.. •• 60c.; 6 50
.. " 75c.; 8 00
rn roots tS 00 per 100
Hibiscus. Crimson Eye. strong hloom-
InKplants 5 00 "
Vinca Major vsrieitata, strong, i Inch 10 00
Verbenas, separate colors, rooted cuttines. finest
in America, 80c. per 100. «7.60 per 1000. If wanted
by mall, 10c. extra per 100.
Send for our catalogue,
VICK & HILL CO.,
ROCHESTER, N. Y.
WHEN WRtTING IKENTION THE nORISTS- EXCHANGE
FINE STOCK Of PALMS
ARECA LUTESCENS, 4in. pots $0 25
6 " 60
LATANIA BORBONiCA, 4 in. pots 20
6 •■ 60
6 " 75
" strong, 6 in. pots,
TtoSleaves 100
KENTIA FORSTERIANA, 4 in. pots .... 30
5 " .... B6
BELMOREANA, 4 " .... 40
5 " .... 76
FICUS ELASTICA, good stock, from 15c, to
FERNS, well grown, assorted stock, 2!4 in
$3.50 per 100. Bedding plants of all vai
tor spring trade. Immense lot of B
Stocli tor Easter Trade, Plants and Cut Fl
at moderate prices to the trade.
Cash or satisfactory reference.
JOHN BADER, Allegheny City,
$2 76
2 00
5 00
Apri. 10, 1897.
The Plorists' Exchange.
383
PALMS
AND
FERNS.
The LARGEST STOCK in the West.
1 WRITINC MENTION THC FU>RIST-B CXCHANUC
SIEBRECHT & SON,
The Largsst and Finest Colleotlon of
DRAC^NAS, FlCCS and FERNS,
ARAUCARIAS, etc., in all sizes.
. One Visit and you
iDQ Plants for Eastei.
LILIUJH LOIXCIFLORVM, AZALEAS, HYDRAN
GEAS, SPIR^AS, RHODODENDRONS, assoitic
ROSES, LILACS, and HVACINTHS in pans and rot.s
.\lso a Hne healthy lot ot CARNATIONS from flats ; Daybreak
"Win. Scott, Lizzie McGowan, Tidal Wave and Minnie Cook.
PRICES ON APPLICATION.
H. C. STEINHOFF,
578 Hudson Boulevard, near Ann St., - - - West Hoboken, N. J
CYCLAMEN.
(STOEDT'S STRAIN )
Pink, white, red.
2M in. Pots, S5.00 per 100, Cash.
EDWIN A. SEIDEWITZ,
36 W. LEXINGTON ST., BALTIMORE, MD.
FERNS**
Tarietles Suitable for Fern DlsheB, elc.
ADIANTU.il CUNEATUM, 3 inch, $5.00 per
100. Fine bushy stock.
Cash with Order.
CHAS. F. BAKER, Utiea, N. Y.
Easter plants
MY SPECIALTY.
ERICAS— Fine plants, well flowered |0 75 to $5 00
AZALEAS— Fine plants, well flowered 75 " 12 00
H YORANGEAS-All sizes 1 00 " 7 00
LILAC— Splendid plants 100" 2 00
METROSIDEROS (Bottle Brush) 150" 3 00
KALMIA L ATIFOLIA 1 50 " 3 00
LIHUM LONGIFLORUM 3000 pots.
TULIPS and HYACINTHS several thousand.
A Large Stock of ARAUCARIAS and PALMS.
ANTON SCHULTHEiS, College Point (L.I.), N.Y.
Opposite R. R. Depot, North Shore Division, Trains every Half Hour.
WHEN WBiriNG MENTION THE FLORIST'SeXCHAHGe
FOR SALE TO TRADE
DURING EASTER WEEK,
FIFTEEN THOUSAND SELECTED LONGIFLORUMS
IN POTS OK CILIX FLOWERS.
CITY HALL CUT FLOWER MARKET,
15 PROVINCE STREET,
BOSTON.
WHtH wnrriNa mcntioh the n.ORisTs- exchanoi
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Contents.
An Assignee's Responsibility
Asters, Experience in G howing
Books Received
Carnations
Changes in Business ....
Correspondence
Heating Gheenhocses. (Iilus.)
Hot Water Under Pressdre .
Lily Bclus. Diseased ....
Ornamental Plants ....
Parasitic Plant Diseases .
Plants for Easter ....
Question Box ......
Roses
Seed Trade Report ....
Speculation
Sweet Peas
Tariff, The Proposed New
Trade Notes :
Providence, R. I., Poufilikccpsie .
Milwaukee
St. Louis
New Orleans
New York, Philadelphia .
Boston, Columbus,0., Pittsburg, Spr
field. Mass
Chicago, Cincinnati ....
Buffalo, Syracuse ....
For the Busy Man.
The New York plant market, at Cans
opened for the season.
Easter lily buds from Bermuda are c
by the thousands, by each steamer from the
Send in yo
page 361 of A
in Tariff i
The Rev. W. T. Hutchins, the sweet pe
specialist, has now become edltorof an amateu
horticultural publication.
John G. Barker, late superintendent o
Forest Hill Cemetery. Boston, is now in bus:
ness as a landscape architect.
Jack Frost (always relentless) beat Flora Hi
in the carnation contest, but Flora was bette
looking— in other words, a better commercii
There are indications that not so many Dutch
bulbs as formerly will be grown next season
The Dutchmen are finding great difficulty In
placing orders.
The Philadelphia Florists' Club is to discuss,
at its next meeting, closer relations with the
S. A. F.! other clubs should do likewise. The
subject is well worthy of a full discussion.
Several srrowers of lilies have expressed a
preference for longiflonim to Harrisii, and
for Japanese bulbs at that, on account of the
dissatisfaction which Bermuda bulbs are
giving.
The violet men of Poughkeepsie, members
oE the Dutchess County Horticultural Society,
have adopted a scale of points for judging their
specialty at the forthcoming exhibition of the
Society in November. See page 376.
Erratum.
In advertisement of Meadow View Green-
houses, page 3i7, last issue, read price of
Minnie Cook carnation $3.5.00 per 1,000; not
The Proposed New Tariff.
c Voting Coupon, Page 561, Issue of April S.)
n last week's Florists' Exchakge, page
340, will be found editorial and other read-
ing concerning the new Tariff Bill which
is now in the hands of the Senate Finance
Committee.
On page 361 of the same issue we printed
voting Coupon, and again invite our
readers' attention to the same, requesting
all interested that they at once cast their
vote and turn It over to this office, so that
the will of the majority may be made
We will delay forwarding our summary
of the ballots to Washington until April
19, so as to give tardy voters the opportu-
nity to express themselves.
The voting up to date has been remark-
able only for its apathy, and it no more
general response to our invitation Is re-
ceived, the trade will have itself, and no
other factor, to blame for future develop-
ments. Step up, gentlemen, and vote.
Diseased Lily Bulbs.
Complaints anent the prevalence of
disease In the Harrisii lily bulbs received
from Bermuda have been more numerous
this year than formerly; and It would
seem that each recurring season sees this
dreaded pest assume a more aggravated
form. The loss, to say nothing of the dit-
appointment, imposed upon the American
florists in consequence is keenly felt not
alone by the large grower, but as well by
the small one. Coupled with this is the
fact that if a grower does succeed In rals
ing a few good flowers from the bulbs he
buys, he is unable to sell his product at i
sufficient profit to compensate for the defici
which diseased bulbs entail, on accoun
of the competition to which he is subjected
through the action of the bulb men in
Bermuda in flooding our markets with
liiy buds that are disposed of at figures
with which it is Impossible for the h
grower to cope, and which of necessity re-
duces his income ; for he must meet this
competition by a reduction in his prices
or fail altogether to sell his flowers.
The gross injustice of the whole proceed-
ing of the Bermuda growers is apparent to
all, yet our florists, year after year, are
willing to submit to these impositions
without any attempt at remedy or redress
Beyond the perennial growl, an apathy
which is siiDply amusing in its intensity
exists among those who are the sufferers
Should not the cry of protection that if
reverberating through our land, be extend
ed to this particular industry ? If there is
one branch of the trade that needs pro
tectlng from the intrusion of foreigners
surely this is it. And is there any good
reason why it should not receive the fosi
ing care of our Government, In comm
with others that have received it (but for
which protection is unnecessary), as in
the case of azaleas, for iostance, which
cannot be protected simply because these
plants are not grown here?
Why do not the American growers arise
In their might and Insist on the preserva
tion of their just rights?
It this matter in all its bearings, were
properly presented to our legislators, we
have no doubt a remedy would be forth-
coming, in the shape of a tariff sufficient
to make the exporting of lily flowers from
Bermuda unremunerative. At present,
these buds are admitted free of duty as
"crude vegetable substances."
It has been said that, at the price the
bulbs are sold here, the Bermuda men
cannot afford to change their methods of
cultivation, looking to the improvement
of the lily crop. That, of course, is a mat-
ter for their consideration. It is no excuse,
however, for the exportation of diseased
bulbs; nor should the American grower
be mulcted in the form of an nnjust com-
petition, to recompense the Bermudeans
for bad business practices among them-
selves. These bulb growers are evidently
in the trade tor "all there is in it," and
by exacting the last pound of flesh they
sooner or later will strike a snag that will
create unpleasant results.
Some of our best lily growers are confi-
dent that our own supplies of Harrisii can
be raised at home, that the time Is propi-
tious ; all we lack is the men with sufficient
enterprise and intelligence, willing to start
in the venture. Many florists are now
growing Japanese longifiorums in prefer-
ence to Bermuda stock, despite the dis-
parity in the price, and there is a general
feeling prevalent that it is only a question
of timi when Bermuda longlflorum lulbs
■ be discarded entirely,
is gratifying to note that the New
York Herald in its issue of April 4, dis-
cusses the question of the importation of
unhealthy bulbs and inferior flowers from
Bermuda. Pablic education along this
line, will do much toward remedying the
evil complained of.
At it Again.
The steamer Orinoco, which arrived from
Bermuda on April 4, brought twenty-eight
3 containing 1,680 Easter lilies, the first
consignment of the season.
Tasty Environments.
Our illustration (p. 388) shows approach
to greenhouses and dwelling of Peter
Streit, Grand View, N. Y. The climber
seen in the picture Is Mina lobata, which
produces a handsome effect. Tasty envir-
onments bejiet custom. We are glad to
recognize the adornment of a fiorist's es-
tablishment. Such home attention by the
florist greatly benefits not only himself,
but the whole trade interest.
New York.
TThoIeiile Harket.
The conditions which have prevailed
for the past three weeks have not been al-
tered ; in fact, many of those concerned
claim that business is worse ; and, further,
among the many dull lenten periods ex-
perienced heretofore, (excepting the first
week) the present one beats the record as
regards dullness in the fiower trade. In
addition to the restricted demand, there is
now an enormous supply, the result of
which has been to bring stock, especially
roses, down to Summer prices. Tnis week
it was possible to buy special Beauty at
15c. each, the highest price attempted being
25c ; but a large buyer could, if he wished,
squeeze down so that the first-named
figure would be taken. No fixed price was
possible upon the high grades of Bride and
Bridesmaid, and the taking price was any-
where from $3 to $8 per 100 Specials,
which not long ago sold to order at $15
Rothschild sold at 25c. each ; and a limited
number of special Brunner. at 16c. Moss
roses, when good, brought 12.50 per dozen
bunches, six sprays to a bunch. Jacqs.
varied from Ic. to 6o. each. In large quan-
tities, straight slips and boxes of roses sold
at from $5 to $15 per 1000.
Carnations, unless of very high quality,
felt the depression more than ever this
week; still, taking it all in ail, they have
the best of the market at present, and
large, high-colored blooms are worth any-
where from $1.50 to $4 per 100.
Violets are doing worse than usual, and
fixed quotations are impossible, some
Sowers being sold at 10c. per 100, and
others at varying figures up to 40c. Possi-
bly 150.000 violets were not sold at all.
Next Week's Prospects.
There will be a very heavy supply
fthing; prices will be low, but the
volume of stock sold will be enormous,
and at the low prices everything will likely
clean out.
The Plant Trade.
Business In this line has been
brisk, and no shortage of anything
heard of. There is no discrimination— any
kind of plant that is in good condition sells
well. There is but little difference, gen.
eraliy speaking, in the prices from those
paid in former seasons. A large Increase
In the quantity of violets in pots has been
offered; on the average they are also better
in quality than usual. On these, prices
have fallen from $6 to $4 per dozen.
The auction business received quite a
boom this week ; the attendance was large
and biddings brisk. Roses averaged about
8c. Very heavy sales are expected next
week.
The plant market at Canal st. opened
Tuesday, March 30, with two wagons In
attendance. Since then the number has
increased, and on Saturday last there were
16 wagons, and on Thursday of this week
17. The Union Square Market will open
the Saturday before Easter.
Tisltora.
Mr. Suder, Toledo, Ohio, G. W
Wagener, Providence, R. I., W. Griffin
Lenox, Mass., were In town.
Clnb News.
The Florists' Club meeting will be
held in the Elk's Hall, Monday evening,
April 12. The funeral design competition
for the Plumb cup occurs same night.
News of the Week.
Hermann Hepplb sailed on thi
Furst Bismarck, April 8, to look afte.
W. A. Manda's display at the Hamburg
International Exhibition.
Philadelphia.
ket News
There has not been any improve-
ment in business around the stores this
past week ; the market is overcrowded
with flowers, a large bulk of which go on
the street at very low figures. The City
Council chambsrs were turned into a floral
bower on Monday, the occasion being the
organizing of the new councils. The dis-
play of baskets and designs of flowers was
perhaps the best seen on such an occasion.
The work was distributed all over the
city and suburbs, so was not felt to any
extent.
Prices of flowers continue low, the best
Beanty go at $4 to $5 per dozen; a few
extra good bringing $6. Brunner are very
plentiful, and It is difficult to obtain over
$3 per dozen for them. Of other roses.
Bridesmaid has sold the best. John Bur-
ton has been cutting some very good
Baroness Rothschild.
Carnations have not moved so freely,
but fair prices are obtained for good
flowers— $1.50 to $2 has been the general
price. C. P. Barnard sent In some good
flowers of a new seedling carnation this
week ; it Is on the Buttercup order, but
contains more red— in fact rather too
much. The flower is perfect in shape and
substance.
Smilax has been selling very well at
15c., and more could be used. Adiantum
has also been in demand, the local supply
being small just now.
Carnation Contest.
As reported last week, the contest
between E. G Hill & Co., with Flora Hill
against Edward Swayne with Jack Frost,
was decided in favor of the latter; the
contest being for the largest and heaviest
white carnation, twelve blooms of Jack
Frost weighed one ounce more than twelve
blooms of Flora Hill, and the stems of the
latter were fully four Inches longer than
those of the former ; but all competent
judges acknowledged that Flora Hill was
by far the best commercial fiower. E. G.
Hill & Co. also had on exhibition a vase
each of Jubilee, Triumph and Salmon
Gem, which were all very good and greatly
admired.
W. R. Shelmire staged a vase of his new
red Cardlnalis, and a vase of a new varie-
gated variety, somewhat like Armazindy.
C. N. Pick, of Philadelphia, exhibited a
vase of mixed seedlings, among which
were some very promising white flowers.
B. J. Shaw, of Springfield, Mass., sent
some flowers of a new variety, named
Annie Shaw, but they arrived in poor con-
dition. Chas. Swayne staged some very
promising seedlings, and Edward Swayne
exhibited a vase of Jack Frost, which
flowers had been cut for 15 days, and were
in perfect condition.
Visitors In Town.
John Bader, Pittsburg ; Robert
Patterson and J. J. Cummings, Baltimore;
S. W. Bolgiano, Washington, D. C; A. B.
Ellsworth, Alientown, Pa.; Wm. Craw-
ford, Washington, D. C, and Edwin A.
Seldewitz, Baltimore.
A Yellow Calla.
Hugh Graham has had a yellow
calla on exhibition in his store, which has
attracted considerable attention owing to
Its rarity. The plant had four leaves,
which are variegated and of good size ; It
has been in Mr. Graham's possession for
three years; but has been a shy grower,
and last year looked likely to die. This
season, however, it started out and made
a vigorous growth, and threw up a good
strong flower.
Gnn Club.
This Club Is going ahead In fine
style, and no doubt will this year bring
out gome good shots. The grounds at
WIssInoming will be open every Saturday
afternoon now, for those who desire to go
up for practice.
Clob Notes.
The meeting of the Florists' Club
was very largely attended on Tuesday
evening, the principal topic discussed was
in relation to associate membership. This
matter was finally laid over for final action
at the May meeting. The paper on hot-
water heating, by J. D. Eisele, was very
good, and will be found in full in this
issue. The subject for next meeting will
be a discussion on closer relations with the
S. A. F.
JtruTJS Wolf, Jr., has his place at
Twenty-fourth st. and Sedgley ave. in
good shape. He now has four good-sized
houses, and will build another the coming
Summer expressly for boarding plants.
He continues to have great faith in jadoo
fibre, and has a great many plants potted
in It. In a batch of B egonia Vernon, half
were potted in soil and half in jadoo. The
April 10, 1897.
Thb F=!l.orisxs* Exchmnge.
386
latter are now two inches higher and bet-
ter In every way than the former. He
also finds that adtantum does well In tt.
The fern used tor cutting Is planted In
judoo, and grows very freely. Another
plant that promises well in this material
Is the tuberoas begonia. A batch of these
are potted In jadoo and are growing
freely.
P. H. Alburoer has made great Im-
provements In his establishment the past
few months by pulling down some old
houses and building modern ones in their
places. Easter stock Is looking well.
Lilies are a good lot, having been grown In
a temperature of 45 degrees all Winter,
and not having any additional fire heat
until four weeks ago. There have been so
many diseased Harrisii the past season
that more longlflorum will be grown next.
Wkstcott BliOTHERS, as Usual, have a
very fine lot of Easter plants, and every-
thing in good shape. The Arm is now get-
ting very busy, preparing for its large
Spring business, and has an excellent
stock of plants. DAVID Rust.
Boston.
Market Newi.
The retail cut flower business is
dropping off, and stock shows a tendency
to accumulate with the wholesalers, and
for the next few days these symptoms of
the near approach of Easter will presum-
ably increase. Good carnations have been
rather scarce for the past week, selling
readily at three cents, but the lessening de-
mand with the retailers has caused a drop
of from one-half to one cent this (WedLes-
day) morning. However, the supply Is
short, and good prices will doubtless be re
alized next week. Roses are plentiful, and
lilies particularly so, as is bulhstock of all
kinds. Violets of Inferior quality are of-
fered in abundance, at purchasers' prices,
but good ones are not abundant, and the
supply in this vicinity seems to be limited
to a few growers.
Notwithstanding the light retail busi-
ness, the store men are all busy making
arrangements for the immense trade ex-
pected next week, and all signs point to a
realization of their most sanguine antici-
pations. The country about here has been
thoroughly .searched for choice offerings of
plants, and the probable supply of cut
flowers thoroughly investigated. Some-
thing new either In potted plants or cut
Bowers seems to be what is most anxiously
sought, while good lines of standard goods
are in about the usual demand.
The Neni.
Welch Brothers, at the City Hall
Flower Market, are making preparations
for a large business next week and report
orders as now coming in, which is a re-
markably good sign, considering that
Easter is more than a week away.
John G. Barker has cast his lot with
Frank M. Blaiedell, civil engineer and
landscape architect of the Tremont Build-
ing, this city. Mr. Barker's many years
of faithful labor as Superintendent of
Forest Hill Cemetery, added to his natural
gifts and aptitude for such work, have fully
quallQed him to satisfactorily fulfill the
duties in the broader field which he has
now entered. He leaves immediately for
New Castle, Penn., where he will be en-
1 -
vith
James Delay & Son have taken the
store recently vacated by the Pope Manu-
facturing Company, and conveniently
located next door to their permanent
flower store on Boylston street, wherein
they intend to make an especially attract-
ive display of Easter plants.
N. F. McCarthy & Co. offer for Easter
trade, a fine lot of genuine longlflorum
lilies, bulb stock and roses, also some good
clean young palms.
Dan McRorie and Walter Mott are
among the commercial peregrinators visit-
ing Boston within the past week.
CInb Items.
The monthly meeting of the Boston
Gardeners and Florists' Club occurred at
Horticultural Hall on Tuesday. Unfor-
tunately, the audience was not large, be-
cause quite a treat was presented In the
shape of a valuable paper on aquatics, by
Carl Blomberg, the successful gardener on
the Oakes Ames estate in North Easton.
Mr. Blomberg has had a vaet and varied
experience with aquatics both In this
country and abroad, and his paper, which
will appear in the EXCHANGE, is full of
valuable points. Two new members were
admitted to the Club, and other bnsin
of minor importance attended to, af
which the meeting adjourned till the first
Tuesday In May, which will be the '
meeting before the Summer vacation.
Geo. a. SnTHERLAND has marie arrange-
ments to handle a cuoioe lino ot cut Howeia
ext week, and looks for a large trade.
George Mollen Is pegging quietly away
own in Chapman place, and hopes for his
share of Easier blessings, along with the
rest of the wholesalers. W. K. W.
Springfield, Mass.
Your Spring Edition Is great. The
articles on commercial orchids alone is
worth a year's subscription to an inexpert
enced grower.
The Amateur Horticultural Society held
•'social night " on Friday, several from
out the city were in attendance, including
President Copeland. Secretary Canning
and others from the Northampton Society,
the secretary and several members from
the Holyoke Society. Mr. Canning brought
several specimen blooms ot the new Brazil-
ian Dutchman's pipe, that attracted much
attention. One of the professors from
Smith College will address this Society,
the last of this month, on the color line In
plants.
Easter Prospects.
Easter promises to keep the fra-
ternity very busy next week. Not many
plants are grown in this locality especially
for the seawon ; most of the flowering
plants come from Long Island and Con-
necticut.
Rev. W. T. Hutchlns has become Editor
of Amateur Gardening.
There seems to be more Interest in the
Hampden County Horticultural Society's
coming sweet pea show than ever. A new
edition of the schedule will be out the 20lh
inst. W. F. G.
Pittsburg.
Uarket Notes.
Trade during the past week has not
shown much of an improvement. The
bright sunny days are bringing on stock
in great abundance, and if such weather
continues, it will be a difficult matter for
the growers to keep some stock, intended
for Easter, in good condition. Bulbous
material and azaleas will be hard to hold.
Roses are too plentiful; good eastern stock
is shipped here at $3 per hundred, selling
at 61 per dozen. Brunner sell readily at
$2 to S3.50 per dozen. Carnations are about
the only .stock that hold up in price. Our
growers are late with sweet peas this sea-
sou; Elliott
ting at present, the rest will hardly be
ready until after Easter. So far these
flowers have not been much called for.
Around Toirn.
T. P. Langhans & Co., in the Al-
legheny market, report trade very satisfac-
tory. They were rather fortunate lately,
capturing a good many wedding orders.
C. T. Siebert is showing a new carna-
tion support of his own invention, it is
very simple in construction, and more con-
venient to use than most others offered so
far.
A number of Holland bulbmen visited
us lately, but they find it no easy matter to
induce the growers to place orders, as
bulbous stock went rather slow this season,
and prospects for next year are mighty un
certain.
The plantsmen are occupying their
usual places in the market, but sti,ck goes
very ' ' " " '
1 places
slowly.
, C. Reineman.
Columbus, 0.
A healthy sign of the times Is repoited
by A. Knopf, of the Franklin Park Floral
Co., who says collections are just tumbling
in, and hopes It Is the case all over. He
struck a capital thing when he built a cola
storage shed next the barn latt Fall— prac-
tically a lean-to with windows— and by
putting in an oil stove with a chimney
running through, the roof, a satisfactory
temperature is maintained. At present
the shed is filled with Easter stock, looking
tip-top.
Underwood Bros, utilize several houses
for the M. Niel rose, of which they hi
some noble plants. Mr. Underwood, !
who is an old-time friend and admlrei
President McKlnley, is growing a 1
specimen of this variety, which he will
ship to the White House to be planted out
this spring. The plant is 90 feet long, and
has been kept well pruned; a bud is now
on every shoot. W. M.
Taunton, Mass.
M188 Ann Hosband is reported to b«
very seriously ill at her home on Clinton st,
Beverly Farms, Mass.
J. B. Dow is making additions to his | w
greenhouses on Hale st.
Index to Advertisements.
395
Baldwin A J 387
Darling 0. T 387
Hoffmeyer 3B7
Ageratum
McBride A 387
Smith ChaB E 387
Vincent K Jr t Sons. 387
Alysaum
Search Wm H 387
Vincent R Jr t Sons 387
Vincent R 3t St Son. 387
ElhottWm H.
Hughes Geo J .
Schmidt J Ci(
Auetiont
McCarthy N F I
Be^onl
Baldwin A J...
Davis A B & Soi
Neff LI
... 39;i
387
Co.
373
Boai-fl of Trade.
National Florist. ... 394
Books, «tc.
DeLaMarcPtgiPCo 393
Bulbaanil Koota
BergerHH tCo.... iH
BetBoher Bros 387
Black Chas 389
Clucas&Boddington 389
CuBhman Qladlohis
Hulseboeoh Bros 371
JooBlenO H 396
Lamb Jas M 37.".
Moon Wm HCo.... 390
McAllister F K Co . 373
MlIIePB 37J
Ouwerkerk P 382
Plerson F R Co 373
Bolker Aug S Sons, . 39li
SichmitzPW 0 374
Shepherd Mrs T B.. 375
Storrs & HarrlBon Co 39(J
Van HoutteLsuls... 382
Uuaiiieaa Car
HillEQ t Co 393
Jasperson, Juo k Co 387
May JnoN 389
iXB.. 376
Elizabeth NuraCo.. 39ti
Seawanhaka Ghs... 387
SiorrsA Harrison Co S9U
Vaughan'B Seed Store 373
Bath EH 379
Beckett T F 389
Bool Floral Co 378
Breituieyer J & Son 3<9
BuckbeeH W 379
ChlnardL 37S
OloudEJ 378
ConnellBsnj 39U
Cottage Qardens... 379
DaleH 378
Davis AB&Son.... 378
DeWlttPM 378
Domer F * Sons Co . 377
ElseleC 396
EmmansQeo M.... 378
Fryer E 37S
QraUertiOo 388
Hackett JohntCo.. 379
Hancock i Son 379
Harrison John 379
Herr AM 378
Hopp & Lemke 378
Hoyle A W 377
JahnBros 377
Knapper A 378
Logan av Greenh's 378
Long Daniel B 379
MaderPaul 378
Meadow View Oreen-
honses 377
Myers & Samtman.. 379
Niemeyer H A b78
PennockOJ 379
Eillsbury OiiSon.. 378
Relnberg Bros 386
Renard Jos. . 378
Siebert CT 378
Smiths* Son 389
StelnhoCf H C 383
Taylor E J 378
Weber H& Sons.. .. 378
Whltton & Sons 382
Wood Bros 387
Chryaantneniuma
Beckert T F 369
Cottage Gardens 379
EiBele C 396
ElseUJO 389
Hackett John 4 Co. 379
Hoyle AW 377
Hughes Geo J 389
Pitcher & Manda . . . 373
Smith ChaaE 387
Smith N A Son . . 389
Vincent RJrt Son. 387
Wlllmorc W W 389
Wood Bros 387
Cavanaiigh Mrs M
Cloud E J
Emmans Geo M.
FeltbouBen J E..
Gaskill G W. . ..
Hughes Geo J. .
Cat ►lov
Allen J K
Allen W S
Bader. Jno
Baker W J
Bock Wm A
Dale H
Dumont & Co.
Ellison Wm 893
Fitzg'ldSHammond 392
FleckenBteln Chas O 393
Ford Bros 392
OoQther W H 392
Hart Michael A 392
. 378
Hoffmann 1
1 EC.
Hunt E
IlllnoiBCutFlowerCo 392
Kastlng Wm F. . . . 393
Kennlcott Bros Co. 392
EuellD 0 A 393
Lang Julius 392
Lynoh W E 392
McCarthy aiOo 393
MoKeUar Chas W... 392
MlllangF 392
Mullen Geo 393
National Plant Co.. 393
N Y Out Flower C< . 392
Pennook Samuel S. 392
Purdy 4 Blauvelt... 392
ReidEdw 392
Relnberg Bros 392
Rogers Park Fl Co. .. 392
Rolker At F 392
Sheridan W F 392
Traendly * Schenok 392
Welch Bros 393
Wors O. W 393
Young John 392
Croloiis
Berckmans P J . . .390
SeidewitzEA 383
Dalilias.
Cottage Gardens 379
Moon Wm H Co . . . .390
Peacock W P 390
FisherR 396
Bayersdorfer H 4 Co :
Becker, Fred O...
BergerH H & Co.
Foster LH
Sohmltz F W 0..
Scott Jno
Siebr«cht4 Sons
Van Houtte Louis
Weston H
Pla
Hession
Ouwerkerk P. .
Schuitheis A..
Storrs4Barrl8on
Vlck & Hill Co...
Whitton 4 Sous .
[CP
H 4 Co 391
Bros 391
McCarthy N. P. * Co. 393
Rolker 4 Sons Aug. 391
Syracuse Pottery Co .391
— Pottery Co 391
lull
.376.;i90
Bailer P
Black Chas
Burdett F 3110
HarrlBons' Nurs 390
Moon Wm H Co . . . 390
Storrs 4Harrlson Co 390
tilallng Itlalrrinle
Oarmody J D 395
Chadborn. Kennedy
MfgOo 396
Ooldwell-Wllcoi Co. 394
Oowen's N Sons 391
Deitsoh A 4 Co 391
Oiblln 4 0o 394
BarrlaL4 Son 391
Hlppanl E,
Ullchlu^s te UO- 39
LooklandLnmberCo
391-39
Lord 4 Burnbam Co 39
Moninger John OCo 39
Pierce F O Co . . 39
Plenty's Hortioul-
tnral Works 391
Stearns A. T.L. C
Van Home Grifl
4Co
Wolf A Q 4 Bro .
BoemerPred
Cappon AC
Cavanaugh Mrs M.
Cottage Gardens. . .
Doyle J A
Emmans Geo M...
Everitt 4InBall....
378
Mader, P 378
McBride, A 387
NeffLI 387
Smith Chas E 381
Storrs4Harrlson Co. 390
For Sale. To Lease... 388
Hail Insuranre
FIorlstHallAss'n.... 378
Dann & Son
Hrliolrope
Baldwin A J
Hughes, Geo. J
Smith ChasE
Murphey RH
Boemer Fred
Vun^l.idr.
Fausl HG&Co
LouiBviileTob'co Co
Skabcura Dip Co....
Vincent K Jr & Sons 387
Everitt 4 Insall..
Folthousen J E
Pryer E
SeawanhakaGhses.. 387
TlmermanH H 377
Viek 4 Hill Co 3S2
Wood Bros 387
MuMhro'tm Spa\« n
Gardiner John 4 Co. 375
Scott Jno 382
Nursery StoiL.
Trees. Fri.tt and
Ornamental
Black Chap 389, 390
Elizabeth Nurs Co.. ;'90
F4F Nurseries ... 390
Harrison's Nurs 390
Highlands Nursery. 390
LongBdort OL 390
Moon Wm H Co 390
Parry's Nurseries... 39J
Parsons & Sons Co. . . 390
Pullen Alei 390
Storrs 4 Harriaon Oo 390
Van Koert L 390
Kraus, M.E 377
Schmidt JO 4 Co... 377
SoltauO 4 Oo 377
TimermanH H 377
Whitton 4 Son 377
Cavanaugh Mrs M .. . 376
Logan Av O'bouses.. 378
Krfrl erafora
Chocolate Cooler Co. 391
Burton, Jno 388
ConneUBonl 390
Cook. J 880
Craig K S9G
DaleH 378
Dorrance BeiiJ 386
Doyle J A 386
Heikes, W F 386
Henderson, John Co. 380
Hill 4 Co 10 0 396
Jaokion & Perkins
Co.
JooBten OH S96
Little WS&Co 886
Merkel 4 Son 380
Moon WHOo 390
Moore Frank L 386
Murphey R H 386
Newport Nursery Co. 386
Ouwerkerk P 382
Pierson F R Co 373
Rackham Geo 386
Relnberg Bros 38G
Storrs 4 Harrison Co 390
StraU6.s 4 Co 396
Vincent R Jr 4 Bona 387
Salvia.
McBride A 887
Sa»h
Lockland Lumber Co 391
Seeds
Beaulieu H 376
Burpee WA ft Co.... 371
Cai Nursery Co 374
Clucas& Boddlngton 389
Elliott Wm 4 Sons.. 374
Gardiner John 4 Co.
371-375
Germain Fruit Co... 874
Jackson 4 PerkinaCo 374
Jennings EB 377
McAllister PE Co... 373
Plerson F R Oo 373
Schiller J L 371
Semple Jas 374
Shepherd MrsTB.. 375
Weeber&Don 374
Slirulis, Floivering
anil Ornamenlal.
Bailer FA. 390
Elizabeth Nurs Co... 390
Highlands Nursery. 390
JooBten C H 396
Lamb J M 375
Moon WHCo 390
Ouwerkerk P. . . 382
Parsons 4 Sons Co. . 391)
Storrs 4 Harrison Co 390
Van Houtte Louis... 382
Smilax Plants.
Bailer, F. A 390
Boerner Fred 387
Herr A M 378
Shepherd MrsTB.. 376
Supplies and
Requlailea
Bayersdorf er H 4 Co 396
Boston Letter Co ... 393
Causes A L 394
Clark Bros 391
Clark E B 4 Sons ... 391
ConloyJohn & Son. 393
Ellis 4 PoUworth... 393
Ellison W 393
Faust H G 4 Co 391
HendrixWW 394
Herrmann A 396
HuntEH 393
Kennlcott Bros Co . . 392
Kaehn 0 A 393
McCarthy NF4CO.. 393
McKellar C W 392
Meyer Jno 0 4 Co. .. 394
Reed 4 Keller 393
RioeM 4Co 393
RolknrA48one ;96
SohlH A 393
Sutherland Geo A.. . 393
Welch Bros 396
Tonla.etc.
Florists' Shear Co. . . 391
Jager Chas J Co.. .. 391
King 4 Knight. . .. 394
Mineralized Rub Co 391
Pierce PC 4 Co. ... 394
Vegetable Pianta
HargadineEO 376
Pullen Alex 390
Schmidt, J O&Co.. 389
Vincent R Jr 4 Son. 376
Verbenas
Dillon J L 387
Herr D K 396
HumfeldC 387
Whitton 4Sons 387
Wood Bros 387
Vines anflCilmber
Aschmann G 882
BallerP A 390
Boulon Fd 390
Cappon. AO 389
ConnellBen] 890
Dann 4 Son 390
Elsele O 386
Elizabeth Nurs. Co. . 390
Knapper Alb 378
Moon WHOo 390
Ouwerkerk P S8S
Seawanhaka Greenh 387
Storrs 4 Harrison Co 390
VIoleta
Anchoratje Rose Co. 389
Batson S 389
BeokertT P 889
Benedict OH 386
BouloB Fd 389
Cloud E.T .. 378
Connell BenJ 890
De WiltPM 378
Fryer E 378
Greene fc Underhlll. 389
Herr AH 878
Marks. .SamI 389
Merkel 4 Son 386
Nlemeyer HA 37S
Pooro, P W 889
Renard Jos 373
Saltford Geo 389
Search Wm H 887
Smith N 4 Son 389
Supi^^t F 389
Sutton EB Jr 389
Weld OE 889
Want. 388
386
Roses.
This is Easter week, and we will unfloubt-
edly be very busy, especially those who
grow other plants ae well as roses. As all
good roses will be worth money, the cut-
ling of them should be carefully looked
to. We have an extra demand tor them
at this time and therefore must save all
we possibly can for the occasion. As to
how tight the buds should be cut, to keep
a few days, I must leave that to your own
but don't cut them tight the
vie week. They should be a little more
eloped every day until Saturday, when
should be able to cut saleable flow-
Rosebuds open very quickly now, and
tention at the proper time will be money
very grower should be provided
flow
the
of such
place is very trifling, compared to its value.
As soon as the flowers are cut they should
be sorted into kinds and graded, putting
twenty-flve or fifty in a vase. It is also
well to note the date of cutting. A few
little things like these will be found of
great help when we are in a hurry. They
not only save time, but, through being cog-
nizant of them, the handling over of the
One of the most important things is to
know how to pack the flowers for shipping.
It is a great pity after all the trouble to
which we have gone to produce good
quality blooms, to have them virtually
ruined by careless packing. We should
strive to have our flowers reach the con-
signor in as fresh and good a condition as
if the
groK
I mentioned last Chr
very poor policy to put on extra heat to
try and get more flowers; the same advice
stands good now. True, we get a bigger
price lor them at such times as Easter,
but we will need lots of good roses after-
ward just the same.
During the rush don't neglect proper at-
tention to watering and ventilation. It is
just the right time of year now for us to
get a bad dose of mildew, if great care is
not exercised.
The hot sun we have had the past week
has caused me to damp down the houses
after dinner; this is very essential, as we
should have enough moisture in the houses
all the time to keep a good growing atmos-
phere. At no time should the sun be al-
lowed to take the moisture out of the
foliage. Syringing daily now (of course,
using judgment on a wet day) will be more
be: eflcial than harmful, and don't forget
spray from that direction once in a while.
That half inch of soil and manure I ad-
vocated for mulching was intended not so
much for its manorial effect as to keep
the young surface feeding roots protected
from the scorching rays of the sun and
prevent evaporation. It is my experience
that at this time of the year both plants
and flowers are greatly benefited by more
frequent applications of liquid manure, once
a week being none too often; so this should
not be abandoned simply because we have
a light mulching on the beds.
We are having lovely dry weather, and
it is a very wise thing for those who did
not make proper preparation last fall as
regards piling up their sod and manure to
get at the work as soon as the sod is dry
enough to cart.
For some of the best roseu I ever grew
I took the sod green from a pasture and
planted the young stock with no other
manure than a sprinkling of bone meal, af-
terward feeding with manure water. Still
I would not advocate such a plan, as it
is a great expense and nuisance to keep
the grass pulled until it dies.
If soil is drawn now, by June it will be
found much easier to chop up finely, and
the grass also will be dead. Cow manure
takes a long time to decompose, so that
we can work it up nicely to mix with the
soil. In my pile I use one halt horse and
the other half cow manure, mixed to-
gether. It seems to me the former makes
the mixture friable much quicker, and
then again horse manure is very good in
a heavy soil. I believe I mentioned in one
of my previous notes that I did not put
the manure up with the soil, as I found it
next to impossible to determine the exact
quantity used; so measure it in the simple
way spoken of then. H. H.
ROSA RUGOSA
Pine plants 3 ft. high, $10.00 per 100. $80.(
per 1000.
2000 Ilyperlcutn Sloserlanuni,
83.00 per 100.
NEWPORT NURSERY CO.,
"^iB^^^^.-Newport, R. I
The F=i-orists' Exchange.
REINBERG BROS.
Strong, Healthy R^OSES From 2J^ inch pots.
AMERICAN BEAUTY $5 00 per 100; $40.00 per 1000
GOLDEN GATE, PERLE BELLE SIEBRECHT. METEOR, BRIOE, BRIDESMAID, KAISERIN
and LA FRANCE, $3.00 per 100; $-'6.00 per lOOO. No orders for less than 100 of one variety
accepted. Weaie the larirest ttose Krowers in the Uniied States, and can fill all orders with the
very best stock. TESTOUT, $;).00 per lUfi; $30.00 per 1000.
Rose Cuttlog-s, $i.so per lOo; American Beauty, $2.50 per 100.
CARNATIONS-Rooted Cuttings.
3er 1000.
LIZZIE
IVORr and DELLA FOX $3.00 per 100 ; $2B.OO per 1000. ROSE QUEEN. $2 50 per 100; $30.00
WM. SCOTT, DAYBREAK. NANCY HANKS, TIDAL WAVE, ALBERTINI. PORTIA
GILBERT, CORSAIR, LIZZIE MoGOWAN, STORM KING and SILVER SPRAY.
$1.00 per 100 ; $8.00 per 1000. No orders tor less than 100 of any one variety accepted.
Special Prices on large lots. The above stock is well rooted and free from rust. Send orders to
51 ^WABASH AVE., CHICAGO, ILLS.
AMERICAN BEAUTY PLANTS
FREE FRO]>I BLACKSPOT.
2}4 in. pots. $8.00 per Hundred ; $70.00 per Thousand.
rnnniUP uVDDino SHARMAN CRAWFORD, pink, 2}i in. pots, $5.00 per Hundred.
rUKUINu nTDnlUS. ULRICH BRUNNER, 2H in. pots, $3.00 per Hundred.
tionthiBpaper JOHN BURTON, Chestnut Hill, Pa.
..GERANIUMS..
The very best varieties, strong plants, from
24 inch pots, ready for 4 inch. $2.60 per lOO;
120.00 per 1000. Heteranthe, Le Pilotte, White
Swan, 8. A. Nutt, Gen. Grant, Bishop Wood.
Ivy Geraniums, double varieties, $3.00 per
100. Selected stock ot Marie Louise, rooted
runners, also California Violets at $8 per 100.
Geo. H. Benedict, Yorkville, N. Y.
WHEN WRItlNO MCNTION THt FLOIII8T8' CXCHAHOt
LOOK HERE
The following plants are in Al condition.
KOSES, out of 2 In. potB. Bridesmaid and Bride,
»2 50 per 100; t2l) 00 per 1000; Meteor and Perle,
liM per 100 ; $29.00 per lOOO.
Mixed Ferns, out of m In. pots, »3.00 per 100.
.Uarie l.oaise Violets, rooted runners. 60c.
per 100 ; $5 00 per 1000. Terms Cash or C. O. D.
C. MERKEL & SON, Mentor, Ohio.
M»EH WHITIMa WttmOH THE fLOBISTS- tXCHAHOE
2S,000 GEmmUMS 2MO0
Also bedding and basket plants later.
Colens Rooted CuttlnKS. 75o. per
100; $0.00 per 1000. Cash with order.
GEO. W. GASKILL, WARREN, OHIO.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHANGE
GSUNNYWOODS GREENHOUSES
J^ BRIDESMAID p„,,,s,.ck w
^ still exists in perfect condition at the Q
yi The Bride. Beauty. Teslnut. Carnot, S
<3 Meteor, CuBin, Perle and Miwan. g
Jj FRANK L. MOORE, Chatham, New lersey. q
SUNNYWOODS GREENHOUSESG
Fine HealtlisT- Stocl^ of
Billies, laini!, . .
. . Penes, meteors,
JOHN HENDERSON CO.
Flushing, N. Y.
Sterling American Novelty, the
WHITE COCHET
Is a sport from Maman Cocliet, which is
considered n .w the best pink out-of-
door rose. It has all the good qualities
ot its parent ; lis color is pure white and
no doubt it will prove the beat white
out-of-door rose up to date.
Price, per dozen, from 4 inch, $6.00.
All Orlets Mmt 19 Accompamed with Caili.
WHEN WRrriNG MENTION THE FIORIST'S EXCHANGE
DORMIIIT nOSES-Own Roots,
100. Mrae. Planner
30 to 36 in., 130.00 per 1000;
ItiS.OOOof the foUni
per. La Reine. Bwron de Bonstettin, Gen'l Jacq.,
MasnaCharta. Fisher Holmes, J. Hanet. L'Entanl
du Mt. Carrael, haul Neyron. Baron Provost, T. des
Rosomanes. Jules Marpottin, Capt. John InHram,
Blanche Moreau. Blanche Robert. Heury Martin,
C. de MurinalH. Salet. Mme Albert. Mme. Plantler,
Bait. Belle. Queen of Prairies. Gem of Prairies,
Seven Sisters, tirown by He-kes-Biloxi Nursery Co.,
Biloxi. Mian-: now in cold storaKe, for sale at
Council Bluffs,
W. F. HEIRES, Hgr., Council Bluffs, Ioitb.
YOUNG
ROSES
laOOeachot BRIDE and 'MAID, outotji^iin.
pots, strong. 1 grew this stock to plant myself, but
have taken the carnation fever, so will sell them for
S3.00 per 100.
OEO. A. RACKHAIH,
880 Van Dyke Ave, - DETROIT, MICH.
Hardy Roses
. . AND . .
Xree Roses.
C. H. JOOSTEN, Importer.
193 Greenwich Street,
ROSES.
Arcbduke Charles
Brldesmntd
C. Sioupert
U. ot Albiioy
Uevonienaia
Dr. Urlll
Dach. de Brnbant
Eriit Metz
Etnlle de Lyon
Folkealone
ni. Stanley
"" *i Vera
Mme. Camille
Mme.VecileBertfaod
Mme.Joa. Nctatvarlz
>lme. I.ombard
Mme. marKottin
Dime. Scbtvaller
Papa (iontler
Princeas ot Hasan
Frea. Gaulain
Queen's Scarlet
8novr Flake
Sombreull
The Qu
Huso
i.a Pi
l.a Prlncea
M. Mel
HIBISCUS,
TERMS CASH WITH ORDER.
R.H.MURPHEY,Urbana,Ohio.
TEN DEGREES BELOW ZERO
is the temoerature that has been undergone
with jut injury by unprotecied yearling plants
of the new ciimbinji; rose
UffimywwM
Aelala l8, therefore, an Immensely
introduction.
130 BIOBSoma i
bave frequent
been produced by the Yellow
ng In splendid big clusters as does the Crimson
Rambli
Ingli
Ram
rose ana prooaoiy reiai
decided yellow; the fl
very fragrant and last three
' growth Is very
Thee
Mr Peter .... . .
nator. we are also prepared to olfer plants o
two other valuable climbing rosea:
EUPHROSYNE or PINK RAMBLER
Color a clear light
herwlse very similar
THALIA or WHITE RAMBLER
W E^ Jw A N t'i^^E VJ^^R Y ^ F LO^RJ ST^ __^^_
lug to depend upon us for his supply of plants,
WE WILLSEND FREE OF CHARGE
a oeautlfnl colorllype plate lIluBlratlng il.e
Aglaia, together with 100 handsome descriptive
circulars with name and address stamped upon
them. Send at once.
Price for strong plants from 2}4 '"cA pots,
$15.00 per 100. Send for our Trade
Lists of other floses and General Stock.
J&GKSON& PERKINS GO. Newark, New York
A FEW THOUSAND MORE
Brifles/lQalilsaQi Penes
than I shall need for my own use.
Grand plants in 23^ pots, at $5.00
per 100. Who wants them?
CASH WITH ORDER.
. . . ROSES . . .
From 2H In. pots, strong and In excellent shape,
$2.50 per 100; «20.00 per 1000.
Bride. Brideamaid, H M.Stanley, M.NIel.
lUarleGuillot, Mary WaehioKton, LoniB
Richard, Pink Soupert,, Crimaon
Rambler and Clothilde Sonperl.
EMPRESS OF CHINA-Theneweverbloomlng
hardy pink Climbing Rose, grows as rapidly as a
Morning Glory; bound to become popular. 13.00 per
100; «25.00 per 1000.
...GERANIUMS...
The very best varieties, strong plants, from 2H In.
pSts, ready to shift tot m.. »2.60 per 100; »J0 per iStlO.
Heleranth, Le Piolet, Jaa. Y. Murkland,
Grand Chancellor, La_ Favorite,
. Pease, Callforni
r New Seedling Geranlam, J ohn A. Doyl<
'■-'-'-" 'ace of tleterantn ai
"''"-"•"of a
B good qual
the place of Heteranth and t
and is of a decided
■ he good qi "
BeddiUKG
J. A. DOYLE, - Springfield, Ohio.
American Beauty
3!.^ in. pots, very fine. $7.00 per 100.
3U " ready for shlftiog, J5.00 per
100; $40.00 per 1000.
Crimson Rambler
3)^ in. pots, stroDg, $10.00 per 100.
2y, " ready for shifting, $6.00 per
100; $40,00 per 1000.
Mareclial Niel
6 in. pots, $12.00 per 100.
3>^ " 8.00 per 100.
2)4 " 3.50per 100 J $30.00 per 1000.
Also 100,000 HVBRID PERPET-
UAI^S, MOSSES and CLIMBERS,
in 2)4 in. pots, $30.00 per 1000.
Write for our list ot varieties.
^W. S. LITTLE & CO.,
ROCHBST£R, N. V.
WHEN WRITiNO MCNTION TOl nOBI8T-«
The F=ii-ORisTS' Exchange.
387
BETSCHER BROS. OFFER
GhOO
sorifoo
Every Florint should plum
BETSCHER BROS.. Ca
ROOTED CUTTINGS.
per luirt). Felunins, Dreer't* strain. *l.;')LI per liju.
Heliotrope, Uiree var., Si.lO per Urn. Aserntuui,
Cope'B Pet, 75c. per llO. Tyrelbi um, L.iltle Oenj,
tl.UOper 100. (ilnnt Dbl. AlyesiUl, 76c. per lUU.
Caruntioa IMuks, McOuwmi, l>rim. Auroraand
Hmzu'sWtiUe. tl.uUperUlU. Mine. rSallerol l'S
coleus, 10 I
Echeveria .^^-n,
Karfuifiunt <>r:
Korget-Me-Not
Dracaena Iiidivlsa, 6 i
, 2>^i
5 inch I
Kuctisias, very tin
Geraniums, very nne
Grevillea robusta, 4 inch
Heliotrope, 212 inch pots...
4 inch pots
German Ivy, 2i,o inch pots..
moon Vines, 21,2 it. ch pots...
Musa Knsete, lu inch pots, $
pots, SOcrs ro75crs.ench...
Salvia Bonilre, 21,4 inch poi
Viucas, traillnij:, 21,4 inch p
I $2.00 each ; 6 to 8 inch
XRADB I^IST FREE ON APPLICATION.
Casll with order from unkn
• C. O. D. Orde
SEAWANHAKA GREENHOUSES
OYSTER BAY,
QUEENS CO., N.Y.
JAS. C. CLARK, Supt.
P. O. BOX 34.
WM. L. SWAN, Prop.
HEW WRITING MFNTION
. pots. $1.50 pt
in pols, JJ.oOper 1
in., dormant, 15.00
• per 100, $4 p
100, $13.00 per 10
$20.00 per 10
Ingsj
per 100 per 1000
GERANIUMS, Choice named, $1.50 $12.50
COLEUS, 30 varieties, - .60 5.00
HELIOTROPE, 3 " - - 1.00 8.00
AGERATUM,Dwarr,whiteandblue75 6.00
CHRYSANTHEMUMS, 20 finest
standard varieties, - - l.'=0 12.60
TERMS : Cash with order.
CHAS. E. SMITH,
Cor Jetrerson and .Tackaon Aves., YORK, PA.
LITTLE BEAUTY
FUCHSIA.
The bestsellereverlntrcduced. Hasnoequal
as a money maker; begins to bloom profusely
in February. Strong plants from 2i^ in. pots,
$5.00 per 100.
GERANIUMS.
Silver Cloud, McMahoD, Happy Tliouglit,
2)^ in. pots, $4.00 per 100.
Mrs. Pollock, from 2% in. pots, $6.00 per 100.
La Favorite, theonly KOOd white, 2M in. pots,
$4.00 per 100.
BEGONIAS.
Rex, C. I.. Erdody, 2)^ in. pots, $7.00 per 100,
" in variety, 2^ in. pots, $3.00 p it 100.
The goods are all ready to shift into 3 and 4
in. pota. Strictly cash with order.
LINCOLN L NEFF, FLORIST,
'010 Butler St., PITTSBURG, PA
100,000 VERBENAS.
Fine pot plants, $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1000.
•*!• NO R\JST OR 7«5 1 L.DE3ni •It-
Packed light and satisfaction guaranteed. Send for circular.
We are the largest growers of Verbenas in the country. Our plants oannot be •urpasied,
>^^'' J. 1.. DlL,L,ON, Bloomsburg, Pa.
LARGEST
and FINEST
FLOWERS
VERBENAS
BEST MAMMOTH, rooted cuttings
OLDER MAMMOTH, rooted cuttings
BEST MAMMOTH, Ktrong pot plants
OLDER MAMMOTH, strong pot plants .
HEALTHY
VIGOROUS
STOCK
.per 100, $1 25; per 1000, $10 00
CIRNiTIONS
ROOTED
CUTTINOS
Per 100. 1000.
zindy, Ivory.Della Fox, Tri-
1 King,
Buttercup, M. H, Stanley..
Bridesmaid, Meteor, Ston
Eldorado, Alberlinl, Alaska, Day-
break, Puritan 2 00 15 00
Dean Hole, Bouton d'Or 2 60
Thos. Cartledge 2 00
Lizzie .McGowan, Portia, Wm. Scott, 1 50 12 60
STROHG ROOTED CUTTINGS.
Ageratunit blue and wnite,.
ColeuB, all loading BortB
Fuchnlnn. double and single.
Feverfew, Dwarf Gem
nioon Flower, true
Halviaa, Splendens and Wm.
MISCELLANEOUS PLANTS.
Pelargonlun
2V2iii. pots..
Panstes, Qne
transplanted,
$10.00 per ICOO 1 26
Tineas Varlegata and Eleffaus, 4 io. pois.
Caniia§, DorniHii
CHIIYStliTII[MUMS
ROOTED CUTTINGS. POTTED PLANTS
Ada Spaulding, Mme. Fred. BerKmann, Helen
Bloodt ■ "" " "
Ittood, Elinor I). Smith, Harry Man, Oak.
Olympus, M. M. Johnson, Jennie Falkner,
M. Richard Dean, Gladys Spaulding, Mrs.
Henry Robinson, Nemesis, Pink Ivory. Mrs.
McK. Twombly, Niveus, Potter Palmer,
Mrs. S. Humphreys. J. E. Lager, J.H.Troy,
Harry May, Mrs. J. B.Crane, Frank Thompson,
Dorothy Toler, J. H. Starin, Pitcher & Manda,
Viviand-Morel, Marg. Graham,
Rooted Cuttings, $2 00 per 100: $17.60 per 1000.
pots, 4.(
vory,
Wan
Mrs.J.G. WhiUdin
Rooted Cuttings, 811.50 per 100.
From 2!4 In. pots, 3.00
^XrOOO BROS., Fislnl^Lill, IT.Y.
WHEN WRmNO MCNTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHA
Room Wanted !
And must be had at any price.
PerlCOO
Ageratam, Blue and White, rooted cut-
tings S6 00
Tuchsias, all the leaders, rooted cuttings. 13 00
Geraniums, best and latest flowering
sorts....; .12 00
Geraniums, best and Utest, 2!^-in, pots... 20 tO
1000 Double Grant, 3-in. pots. 30 ai
Heliotrope, 8 varlel Its, rooted cuttings.. 8 00
Feverfew, Little Gem 10 CO
Salvia Splendens 10 00
Ger
, Salleroi, rooted cuttin
.10 1
Crimson Terschaffeltii and Gol
$6.00 per 1000.
COLEUS in variety, $4.00 per 100(
600 at 1000 rates. Fifteen cents e
Selection of sorts to remain with u
Cash with Order,
J. E. FELTHOUSEN, Schenectady, N. T.
JOHN JASPERSON & CO.
...FLORISTS...
woodbr"dge"r6ad. PERTH AMBOY, N.J.
100. Cnsii with order.
,t.X. nlrllKIDE, AlplnuR. N. Y
WRrriNG MCNTIOH THE FLORISTS'
NYMPHCA ODORATA GIGANTEA,
60c. per doz.; $3.60 per 100.
Giant Double and Dwf. Double Sweet ilyssum
LANTAMA. Dwarf, YCIow orange.
DWARF BLUE AGERATUM, ii^Vr i»i
Also Chrysantliemuins. Roses, unrl other
plants. Price list on apiilicati()n,ca8lMvitli order
R.VINCENT, Jr., & SON, White Marsh, Ml
APRIL OFFER.
100 Itlnr
Vltrrnnii
aerlte«(Parl»Da!8yl5in. pots ....%
herns red and yellow
H Standard yar. 2^ In. pots
trk colors from cold franieH'lOtU.'tS.'
Mmiinx, read:
Coleua, RooA varieiiep ~.uvi
CASH WITH ORDEII.
JOS. H. CUNNINGHAM. Delaware. O.
THE FLORISTS' EXCHUNCE
FINE PLANTS CHEAP.
Oeraniuma, Double Grant, 2-Kin. pots...$:
Begonia Vernon, line, 2H-in. pots
Coleus, 2H.in.pot8 :
Salvia Splendens, 2)i.in. pots :
Rooted VnttliiKs, Coleus, Gcrauluros, Be-
gonias, Violets, Sal viBs,&c
CASH WITH ORnKlt.
NICHOLAS AMOS,
388
WALKER'S EXCELSIOR FOOD
I'mCE-One-pound
ilanLs for one year. 26 c
lOuQd. sufficient for 25 r
Agents wanted everywhere. Liberal terms.
THE WALKER FERTILIZER CO.
Clifton SpriuKB, N. Y.
SITUATIOI^S WANTED.
piRST-CL.\SS carpenter li
wijere steady
3d A^.TBroiklyi. n"
V.
A FIRST-CLASS all
-^ tlonj can lurnis
'lltii
IrEriiS
YOUNG man. 20. sinKle. wants situation In sreen-
nouses on private place or as propagator In
nur.ery. Good reference. J. F.. Lafayette Hill.
MoutK. Co.. Pa.
glTUATION wanted by a young married man. no
Komery County. Pa.
CITUATION wanted as foreman
*-* establiahmeut. by an up lo date BUCCessBU
(grower uf florist stock ; age 40i married. flrBt
gITLJATlON wanted by an all-aruund florist >
Keiier..! idrdcuiuK.'iii Krowioi roses, carnaiu
hiiiKle; speaku Kood Ennlish. 6 years In c^uni
hotie-*!, Buber and steady. Beat ul references. A
pirlii iilars, pleaseaddreas.H S., Florists' Kxchac
HELP WANTED.
UV ANTED
^WANTED
iti^ man, siUHle, quick at pottini
ig oul, $20 UU amunthuud Loard.
f refcreoce.
P. O. Box 37:!,
Huntington, L. I., Ne« York.
GREENHOUSES and LAND.
FOR SALE CHEAP. SJ»d"
N. Y. City, two story dweHinff. ? rooms, aa neateo
by steam. Qood barn and dwelling for foreman.
Paying business established. 6^ acres of choice
land. Qleciriccars pass the door. Ill health the
cause for Sdliiny. For further particulars address.
B. J., Florists' EichariKe.
FLOaiSTS AM3 GARDENERS.
,61-52 No. Markets
GREENHOUSES St, COTTAGE FOR RENT
venlent to New York. Address
E. VOLMER, 80 Palisade Ave . West Hoboken, N.J
FOR SALE.
! glHHs, Bteam heat, city
a sacrifice, stock and all. The chan
;ime. For particulars address.
G. PILLSBUBY, Nashua, J
Greenhouses to Rent.
7 rooms. 14 miles from Bostou on B. & A. R.K.
Address H. R. STEVENS, Dover.Mass.
ot .1,000 to 10,000 feet of glass; my farm is on southern
slope of tlie Ozarks; 25 acres apples, peaches, small
fruits and clover; fJO acres timber: 4 room house;
mild climate, no malaria. Mrs. E. J, TYLER,
Willow Springs, Mo.
The F=!1-0RISTS' EXCHTtNCE.
I flDd more diseased plants in midsum-
mer than in the Spring and Fall, when the
weather is not so extremely hot and dry.
I sow in succession, and have flowers from
the first weeli in July till the middle ot
November. Last year they served me well
till chrysanthemums got plentiful. The
late comers were protected by glass.
I think a good, light, rich soil is best
adapted for asters, although they will do
well in most any soil with a little care,
barring the disease. Keep them well hoed
and watered. I have also found mulching
to be a great benerit to them during the
extreme hot weather, as they prefer It
rather cool to develop a nice, perfect
flower.
The aster has a great many enemies.
The best known to me are the cut worm,
common grub, lead louse, aster bug, grass-
hopper and black aphis. I will not dwell
upon the modus operandi of these pests,
as they are too well known to those who
have had any experience in growing plants.
There is one, however, that has interested
me very much, and it will be the only one
I shall say anything about. It is the pest
Experience in Growing Asters.
experience In growing asters, which covers
a period of twenty years or more. In that
time I have grown many varieties, and
until within tbe past three yearsi had been
very successful.
Three years ago I discovered for the first
time that many of my plants, when about
ready to develop flower buds, began to
wilt as if thirsting for water. Upon ex-
amination, I found that the trouble could
not be due to lack of water, as I had them
under perfect control, so far as rei-nlts
no mouth. You can plainly see the channel
through which the fluid passes down the
proboscis to the body. When It walks or
crawls, this little instrument shuts up
under the body, as a knife blade would
shut into the handle, and extends about
half the length of the body. When it is
wanted for use, the body is raised by the
legs to a sufficient height to enable the
instrument to swing into place for action.
It is perfectly rigid, having one joint, and
that in the head.
Along the root of the plant, which looks
smooth to the naked eye, are uneven
places like little hollows. In these places
were eggs In different stages, from the
transparent spawn to the little insects
just out. It was very amusing to see the
mother, as I supposed it to be, trying to
extricate the body from the sack in which
it was enclosed. It stood on its rear pegs,
as I call them, and using its arms, was
vigorously combing the sack from the
body. I also saw it in the act of feeding ;
it would apply the proboscis to the root,
and tug away as if it was a very arduous
task. It does not eat but taps the root.
from extreme drouth were concerned. I
then examined the root, which I found to
all appearances to be in a good healthy
condition.
I decided to change their position the
next year and grow them in another part
ot the field, to see if I would get any
different fffect. But alas 1 the same re-
sult crowned my efforts; this being the
second year of failure, and the disease, or
whatever you may choose to call it, seemed
to be more apparent.
Upon examining the plant I found at
the base of the stalk near the soli, extend-
ing about two inches in length, a brown
appearance. This I cut in two and found
it to be dead wood. I called the attention
of several florists and gardeners that had
been in the business many years more than
I to this, and was surprised at the diversity
of opinion. One said it was caused by
over-watering, another, by drouth ; an-
other said the soil was not right for the
plants; another, that the seed was not
properly matured when gathered. A num-
ber said they did not know what was the
matter. I heartily agreed with the latter,
and do honestly think they told the truth.
This year, I planted, as before, seed
enough for several thousand plants; seed
from all parts of the country, imported
and domestic, and a few self-saved seed,
which, by the way, yielded the most
healthy plants. The plants I found the
least susceptible to the disease were Sem-
ple's branching variety ; that being of a
strong, robust habit, might have some-
thing to do with it.
Tasty Environmenls
its name, I presume, from its color, it being
tbe color of oxidized lead ; that is not the
color of the pest, however, when seen under
a powerful microscope, as I will show
you later on.
This little pest swarms, breeds and feeds
upon the small working roots, thus taking
from the plants tbe power of securing
the proper nutriment required to develop
the flower and a healthy foliage. The
result is to be seen on the crown, terminal
and lateral buds, together with the foliage,
which turns a sickly yellow ; and if the
buds mature, they are worthless. This
little pest seems more abundant in poor
or worn out soil, than in good rich loam,
though I have seen it in both.
I will now endeavor to give you an idea
how this pest looks under a very powerful
microscope, enlarging it many hundred
times. It has six legs, all of which are
located well to the front of the body.
They act as props or braces to keep the
body from toppling over while tbe Insect
is feeding or otherwise engaged. Each leg
has tour joints, with a hook-like append-
age at the end to aid it in holding on to
the root while feeding, as well as to assist
in locomotion. The body and head seem
to be all in one, as there is no joint be-
tween the two. It has two jet black eyes
just back of the forelegs or arms, as it uses
them as such. A proboscis is attached to
the head, very much like an elephant's
trunk; with this it feeds itself. It has a
sharp, black point, which it runs into the
root and saps the life of the plant. It has
The egg Is perfectly round and trans
parent. At another stage It is pure white'
then of a mouse color, and at last a light
yellow. The color that looks like oxidized
lead is a fine powder-like substance upon
the body. It Is a curiously made-up In-
sect, and for its size la capable ot doing
great injury to a plant.
I also made cross and elongated sections
of diseased and healthy plants. There was
no material difference in the looks ot the
two sections. The disease seemed to be
between the outer skin or bark and the
cane or stalk In the healthy section the
pulp appeared bright and crystallized like
gum camphor, while those ot the diseased
seemed to be of an entirely different
nature. The granulations were very Im-
perfect, considerably enlarged, and looked
very much like fermenting scum on a
stagnant pool, and were of a putrid
After much study and examination ot
the diseased parts as compared with the
healthy, I arrived at a conclusion. It is
this : I believe the aster disease is a fungus
growing between the outer skin or bark
and the stalk ; and as congestion takes
place, the pores or channels through which
the sap flows are clogged, and the plant
dies for want of food just the same as a
human being would if his throat were
stopped and he could not feed the stomach.
I have diagnosed the aster disease, and
am perfectly satisfied with the result. The
cause and remedy I shall leave to wiser
heads than mine. -*
W. H. MASON."
April 10, 1897.
The F=i-orists' Exchange.
389
VEGETABLE PLANTS I ]'^*"''S'J^Zl CHRYSANTHEMUMS
Cabl)age, 1
Jersey WakeBeld Eiirly Summer, Blood Hed, \
$1 per 1000. C«uliaower (Snowball), $_'.60 pel
1000. J. c. SCHMIDT * CO., Bristol, Pa
West Islip Greenhouses.
Marie Louise Violets, Runn'
94.00 per 1000, cash with order.
E. B. SUTXON, Jr.,
p. O. Address, Babylon, L. I., N.
VIOLET RUNNERS.
Marie X-oulse, well rooted per 1000 $5 Oo
lady H. Campbell, well rooted, " 4 Oo
California. " " " 3 Oq
Farquhar. 10 Oq
AI«CHORAGB ROSE CO.
ANCHORAGE, KY.
«HtN wnn-rNO MCNTION THE PCORISTS' EXCHANGE
NEW PINK VIOLET
MRS. J. J. ASTOR.
lor
e vigorous, stems longer, Howers
decided acquisition. Orders booked
r aod fliled in rotation after May 1st. Slocl!
limited. Price S2 OO per dox.; $IO.OO per
100. Also MAKIE LOUISE, .«and strucli
euttings, Al, $10. OO per lOOO. Now ready.
GEORGE SALTFOKD, Rhlnebeck, N. Y.
WHEN WRITIMO MEHTIOH THE fLOBISTS- CXCH«NCE
Booted Runners Ready April 15th.
100. lUOO.
10.000 Luxonne Si.OO »1S Og
10.000 Calilornia 1.00 S.OO
10.000 Lady L.Hmpbell 1.00 h.OO
till.OOO Mnrle L,i ni.e 1.00 8 00
3.000 Sn'iinlFy White .. 100 »S.00
Cash with order. Must be sold at once.
SAM'L, MARKS, Barlington, K. J.
10,000 California Privet,
» year old, 15 1
Double Pearl Tuberose Bulbs. ^?nob^, i°M
per 100; $7 per 1000. No. S-3 to 4 good flower-
ing bulbs, 60c. per 100; $3 per 1(100; all packed
to carry safely without extra charge.
CHAS. BLACK, Hightstown, N. J.
ENGLISH IVY
Good strong plants, from 4-inch pots, 18
inches to 2 feet high, 1S5.00 per 100; 7r> cts.
per do2. Or will exchanire for Lemon Ver-
bena. Ampelopsls Teitchli, or good bed-
ding Geraniums.
A. C. CAPPON, - Canandaigua, N. Y.
FERNS. $^ FERNS.
Nice large plants, from Z}4 in. pots; all good
varieties, ready for immediate use. $3.00 per IfO.
Cash with order, and we pay express to N. Y.
HENRY WESTON.
HEMPSXEAO, I«. V.
WHEN WRITlNa MEHTIOW THE FUM«I«TS' EXCHAWGE
♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦
: JULIUS ROEHRS, t
♦ Headquarters for T
♦Palms and Decorative Plants,!
♦ RUTHERFORD, N. J. ♦
X p. 0. Address, Carlton Hill, N. J. ^
♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
Beet standard commercliil varieties, frutu pots.
Mrs. Bergmaiin, Major Bnnnaff .ti. Philadelplila.
Maud Deau, t'ink ivory, M.Wanaciaber, L. CanntliK.
E. Dallledouze, L. BcBbiDer, Nlveiis, The Queen. U,
Balalev, W. H. Lincoln. Ivory. lora, at $:U0 per 100.
Q.Chlldi, Golden Wedding. Kda Praas. M. Hender-
son at $1.00 per too. Rooted cuttings at tl.50 per 100
Dallledouze. Phllsdplphla. M.
The
L. Cannlne, lo
Queen. Pink and White Ivory.
JOHN C. EISELE,
MENTION THE FLOBISTS' E:
See laat issue of Florists' Exchange for some
specially valuable varieties. A large stock of
K. C. and 2 a d 3!^ inch pot plants. Send list
of wants for best prices.
Violet Farqutaar. Bound to become
popular on account of its good points. 2 inch
pot plants, $3 00 per 100 ; $25.00 per II 00.
California, $1.00 per ICO; $7.60 per 1000
Vellow Daisy, Etolle de Lyon, from 2H
ini-h pots, 75c. per doz.; $5.00 per 100. WUtte
Daisy, Mammoth fnlilornian, 2i^ inch pots,
5Uc. per do/,; $4,00 per 100.
Carnations, Alaska, a grand white,
strong, It. C, $1.50 per 100; $10.00 per 10 lO,
Wm. Scott, strong, U. C, $1.50 per 100; $10.00
per 1000.
All the Li.n.ilns C'hry>iinllicniiini iii.d Cnriiulloii
XHEO. F. BECKERX,
9 miles below Pittsburg. Pa.
VIOLETS.
mps or Runners.
Stuck. Clean. and
DO disease. M. Louise runners. $4.00 per 1000.
California runners, $.5.00 per 1000. Gush witli
order only. j BATEON, Kalamazoo, Mich.
II/HEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
CHOICE STRONG FOOTS, $C Per 100,
NOVELTIES AND STANDARDS
in great variety. Prices lower and stock better th
ever. Try my leader-John Elitck.
CATALOGUE FREE.
W. W. -WILMORE, Box 382, Denver, Colo.
VIOLET CLUMPS
MARIE LOUISE. Per 100, $3.00.
ROOTED CUTTINGS
12 50
GERANIUMS, mixed, MmeSaileroi,
Lemon Verbena, Vincas Var.,
Var.Stevia
MRS. POLLOCK GERANIUM,
REX BEGONIA
STROBILANTHES 16 00
AUTERNANTHERA, VIOLETS.. 5 00
SWEET ALYSSUM, double
SALVIA, scarlet, HELIOTROPE,
SNOWCREST DAISY, CYPERUS
ALTERNIFOLIUS
ROSE, Mermet, Bride, Wootton,
Bridesmaid
TRAILING QUEEN FUCHSIA
and Double White
VINCA VARIEGATA, $2.50, $4.00, $6.00, per 100
Write for prices on other rooted cuttings. Stock
Terms, Cash or 0. O. D,
GREENE S UNDERHILL. Watertown, N.Y.
4 NOVELTIES 4
CHRYSANTHEItIi;»18. Frutescens. lOO
IVlRxiinum, 2 inch f 5 00
HELIOTROPE, Leniolnfc's Giant,
Hruiint,21nch 3 00
COSMOS. New Uwari early bloom-
ing. 2 Inch 200
ASTERH, New Jc
Keady .
Orders booked i
CHRYSAHTHEMUMS.
Rooted cuttings now ready, thoroughly well-
rooted, Benj. GIroud. Marq. de Montmoit, M.
Henderson.Mrs. W. H. Band. .Merry Monarch,
F. Pullman, Mayflower, Hlnaldo W,W. Coles,
Mrs. P. Palmer, Maud Dean. Pink Ivory, Er-
mlnllda, MUs M. M, Johnson, Helen Bloodgond
Mrs. H. McK. Twombly. »2.C0 per 10(1. The
Queen, C. Cbalfant. MaJ. BonnatPon. W. H.
Lincoln, GlorioBum, Mutual Friend, SilverCloud,
Vlvland-Morel, Q. W. ChildB, Nlveus, etc., at
$1,60 per lOO by mail.
Geraniums, 24 choice double and single mo
varieties 11.60
Age
Dbiln
QEORGE J. HUGHES, Berlin, N.J
. JOHN N. MAY, *
I
5 Wholesale
IIN IN. MAY, y I CLUCfl
SUMMIT, N. J. S |'">I'»''"«'K
lolesale Florist. 5 I 501
in last issue of this p.iper. « ! 'Telephone Cal
^^/^♦^•^•^^^^^^ I **********
CLUCAS & BODDIKGTOM CO., ;
porters and Orowera' Agents of 1
Plants, Seeds and Bulbs, ;
and 503 1V. 13th St., [
403 ISth St. NEW YORK CITY '
a MEHTIOH THE FtORIBT'l
THE FARQUHAR-HEADQUARTERS' STOCK
Earliest, Freest, Darkest e
FARQVHAR rooted l
CAMPBEI,!.
CALIFORKilA. "
; Double, from ZH in pots..
C. E. WELD, VIOLET SPECIALIST, ROSLINDALE, MASS.
SUPIOT-THE VIOLET KING
Offers the following varieties of Violets for March delivery. All plants are In perfect
health, having been grown cold.
None of mv Violet houses are heated, thus Insuring perfect health and vigorous growth.
Princess of '^rales (Princesse de Galles), introduced by me from France four years ago.
$1.00 per doz.; $7.00 per 100.
Princess Beatrice, new. $1.00 per doz.; $7.00 per 100.
Admiral Avellan, new. $1.00 per doz.; $7.00 per 100.
Luxoniie. 76c. per doz.; $5,00 per 100.
Petite Blue. 76c. per doz.; $5.00 per 100. Also a large stoclr of older varieties, such as
Ciiambron. etc. Prices on application. Cash with all orders.
FRANSIS SUPIOT, 57th St. and Lancaster Ave., PHILADELPHIA, PA
a MCNTIOH THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGI
VIOLETS MY SPECIALTY!
PRINCESS de GALLES. ?!;i 'ia"r1e''s?'aSt?'^lIr'f*r'al-
grant; strong grower and productive 100, $6; 1000, $45.
lATXOlSISE per 100, $1.60; per 1000. $12.00,
CAI^IFORNIA " 75; " 5.0O,
All from good plants, rooted runners.
Five French Medals; two American Medals; three Diplomas.
York, under
no-w. Cash with order i
FERD. BOULON. Sea Cliff L I.. N.Y.
»JlEN_WRmNO^MENTJON_THE_rLOR!STSl
Are too busy executing orders to write you
an Ad. Just say to your Readers we are
still doing business at the old stand and
Our Specialties are
Chrysanthemums,
Carnations and
Violets
Both New and Standard Varieties.
Prices moderate. Quality the best.
Catalogues Free.
NATHAN SMITH & SONS,
ADRIAN, MICH.
390
Thi
F^LORISTS' EXCHKNGB
FNRII^H IVV fleld-erown. 2yrB.ol(i.»l.!0 p
CUDLIOn III fS.OOperlOO. 1 yr. old. Mots, p
,5.oopsrm HELIiMTHUS ■"'■'•'ca*rw1?£'J
DANN & SON, Weslfleld. N.T.
New Cannas
From 4 inch pots.
Italia, Austria, Aurora, Francois Billard,
Franz Buchner, Papa, Souv. de Mme.Crozy,
W. W. COLES, Kokomo, Ind,
WHEWWRlTIHa MENriON THE Fl-ORIST-S EXCHANGE
6LENW00D NURSERIES
SPRING OF '97.
10,000 Ampelopsis Veltchii. Grown in 8-in pots,
$50 per 1000.
6,000 Clematis Panlculata. From $5 to $10
per 1
6,000 Rosa WIchuraiana. 1, 2 and 8 years old
$5 to $13 per 100.
10 000 Honcysucldes in variety. $60 per 1000.
10,000 Dahlias, undivided, fleld-grown roots,
name and color, $7 per 100; $60 per 1000.
300,000 California Privet. 1 to 5 feet. Samples and
prices on application.
Trade List for Spring containing full assort-
THE WM. H. MOON CO., Morrisville, Pa.
Prize-Winning
DAHLIAS
AN UNPRECEDENTED RECORD,
23 First Prizes, Certificate of Merit, 2
Diplomas, and highest mention everywhere.
If you want the Very best Dabllas
that bloom, send for our 1897 descriptive trjide
list now ready. Address
W. p. PEACOCK,
Dahlia Specialist, ATCO, N. J.
CANNAS and CROTONS
Porimmediatedelivery we offer 1000 CANNAS
in divided roots, tor $30.00, or 600 for $10.00.
This offer refers to above quantities only, and
in such proportion as supply will allow.
Selection of varieties to be left to us.
Alba Rosea. Bouvier, Chas. Henderson, Capt.
de Suzzoni. Exp. Crampbel, Egandale, Ehe-
manni. Enfant du Khone, F. Neuvesel, Florence
Vaughan, Geoffrey St. Hilaire. Golden Star,
Jacob Schult^, Jacquemet-Bonnefond, Maurice
Mussy, Maurice Kivoire, Mme. Grozy, P. J.
Berckmans. Paul Bruant, Paul Marquant,
Nellie Bowden, Princesse Lusignon, Princesse
de Bronco " "" „--..,,.,
WeotTerlOOCi-ol
Inch'iBhiBh. * " " ■
lOha
, Sarah Hill.
*10. We offer 100 Crotons, In 10 to 1
P. J. BERGKM&NS,
lugusta, Ga.
mm PBivFT
PRICES ON APPLICATION.
Ampelopsis Yeitchlifs
CANNAS.
Queen Charlotte, Alphonse Bouvier, Mme.
Crozy, Chas. Henderson, out of 4 inch
pots, $6 per 100
AZALEAS.
Ghent and Mollis, strong plants, 30c. to 50c. ea.
Tf there is anylhiniB: on which you like prices
see our adv. in last issue.
THE ELIZABETH NURSERY CO.,
ECIZABEXH, N. J.
DELAWARE COLLEGE AGRICULTURAL
EXPERIMENT STATION.
DEFABTKENT of HOEnOCLTITRB
AND ENTOUOLOaT.
G. HAROLD POWELL.
HOEnCULTiraiflT AND Entomoloqist.
'ttL., Dec. 15, 1896.
at I bare examined
tB In your nurseries
MUford.
Yours very truly.
G. HAROLD POWELL,
HORTICPLTUHIST AND ENTOMOLOQIST.
B ColleRe ARrlcultural Experiment Static
PEACH: PLUM TREES
FOR SPRING DELIVERY, 1897.
ASPARAGUS ROOTS.
3 and 3 Years, StranK.
ALEXANDER PULLEN,
llflMard Narserlea. UIIFORO, DEL.
THg n-ORiaT»' CXCHAHCF
HEDERA.
ENGLISH IVY, from 5 and 6 inch puts,
branched 2 to 4 feet, $1.50 per 12; from 2li inch
pots, 6 to 15 inches high, per lOU, t3.00; per 1000,
FERD. BOULON, Sea ClifT, N. Y.
TIOH THE FUOHISTS' EXCHUHGF
Rhododendrons
of American-grown liardy sorts.
Japanese Maples
and other Rare Plants.
Parsons & 5ons Co.
LIMITED,
Kissena Nurseries, Flushing, N. Y.
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA.
DEPARTHENT OF AGRICULTURE.
Floeadalb, Pa., Oct. 17, 1896.
To Whom rr Mat Conceen :— TliiB ia to certify that I
have this 17th day of October. 1896, inspected the nursery
stock of C. L. Longsdorf, grown at Floradale, County of
Adama, State of Penney Ivanla. and found no Indication of
the presence of "San Jose Scale, Rosette, Tellows, or
other injurious Insects or diseases" that might be trans-
ferred on Nursery Stock from the nursery to the orchard
or garden. (Signed) G. G. GROFF, Special Agrent.
50,000 PEACH l*owe°" priced
C. L. LONGSDORF, Floradale, Pa.
ASSIGNEES SALE OF
HARDVAMICAHLANIS and FLOWERS,
TREES and SHRUBS.
ASSIGNEE, HIGHLANDS NURSERY,
Kawana, N. C.
WHEN wnmna mention the n.oRiST-s exchanoc
Binpaopiii!! vEiTcmi.
and $6.00 per
Deli'
ITALIA. $5 00 pnr doz. AUSTRIA
and ALSACE. $2.60 per dos.; fine
Hardy Pinks, including Her Majesty
.50c. per doz ; $3.5» per 100. Crimson Ram.
toler, 4 in. $2.00 per doz. Honey.
suckles, Halleana and Golden, fine. 1 year
,5 re. per doz.: extra fine California Vlo.
I lets, fall runners, $1.00 per 100
BENJAMIN CONNELL. Florist. WaslGrsv*. Pa
PI CUITIC Both dormant and In pot:
DOWNING GOOSEBERRIES f^^,
special low prices,
SMILiX IS
§7.50 per 1000.
HERBACEOUS P£ONY It^ S
; good plantE
fine plants, at
plants from
FAY'S CURRANTS FOR SALE.
Price of 2-year, No. 1, $82.00 per 1000.
2-year, No. 2, $16.00
3-year, No. 1, $38.00
Packing free.
If. a3XJH.13:E3TT,
Cliflon, Monroe County, N. Y.
JHEN WBrriHO MEHTIOW THE FLOBISTS' EXCHANCC
PEACH TREES.
A good stocfe of flrst-class trees of the moat reli-
•iphly reliable; none better; at reasonable prices ;
ree from f-cale and disease; ceri ideate of ento-
lOloRlst of N. J. Aprlc. (^ollejre Exoeriraent Statior
ent with price list. If you want reliable peach
rees Ret my prices before ynu purchase. Also
.OOO.UOO Reliable Strawberry Plants, rf
hiiroughly tested varieties. Do not throw mnney
way on untested novelties. For price lift, address
OHA**. RI.ACK. HiKht-town. N. J.
CE^
CITY
^Strawberry
por;larffe and solid. ^
nest flavor ; large and solid.
^„, sboro Peach, Japan
^Plums, Somali Fruitg, Tenn.
Peacb Seed. Catalogue FREE.
HABBISOM-S JVCUSEBXES. BEKLIK, MI>.
IF YOU IMPORT ANY
FLOBIST OR NliRSEnY STOCK,
LOUIS VAN KOERT, General Agent,
293 Dorchester street. - ;o. Boeton, Ma
F.&F.Nurseries
SPRINGFIELD. N.J.
Slatlon HILBUBM.
D.L.,S.-W. K.K.
CANNA AUSTRIA
t> : GREEN PLANTS READY NOW : <|'
S20.00 per 100.
CHAS. H. ALLEN, Floral Park, N. Y.
..NEW CANNAS FOR FLORISTS..
ITALIA-Fine,4in. plants.eaoli.esc.
30c.; $2 per doz.; $16 per 100. AUSTRIA
Also Wtntzer's New Pedigree Caanas,
Fire, Golden Pearl, Triumph and Sunset;
packed to e-xpress here, only $3.00; ready no^
and Crimson Rambler Roses. Ne'
Plants for Florists'
:)ts, $1.50 per doz.; $10perlOO.
Philadelphia, Maiden's Blush, Pillar of
set of 6 splendid varieties, from 4 inch pnts,
LV. New Yellow Rambler, Golden Rambler
plrasa and Crimson Splriea (A. Waterer), New
Send tor Spe'cial Low :
ALFRED F. CONARD, West Crove, Pa.
New and Choic
SURPLUS— APPLES, PEARS and PLUMS
C HESTNCTS.— Parason. Pan y's Giant. Ridgeley, etc. "WAL^ UTS.-
10.000 Japan PerslaD, etc. QUI NCES.— Heavy Stock. Champion. Meech. etc
Trifoliate Oranfre. ElaBaenua Longipes. Rocky Mt. Cherry, Cal. Privet, Tree
Cranberries, all 1, 2 and 3 year. Logan Berries, Mayberries and Strawberry-
Raspberries. Pot plants and fleld-Krown, MAPLE.— SuKar. Norway, Silver
and Negundo, la large quantities and sizes.
PARRY'S POMONA NURSERIES, Parry, New Jersey.
THE FLORISTS* exchang::
ROSES! ROSES!!
STRONG FIELD-GROWN DORMANT PLANTS.
Large stock Gen. Jacqueminot, Paul Neyron, Ulrich Brunner, Magna Charta,
Eiaroness Rothschild, and other leading varieties of Hybrid Perpetuals, fg.oo per lOO ;
}.Uo.oo per looo.
MOSS ROSES in the ten best sorts, tg oo per lOO. CLIMBING ROSES,
Elaltinjore Belle, Prairie Queen, Tennessee Belle, and Seven Sisters, strong, 2 years,
$(i per lOo.
Wichuraiana (Memorial Rose) field-grown, $S.oo per loo.
((^ ANN AS ^^^ Giant Flowered AUSTRIA, strong, 4 in. pot plants,
'■^ ** '^ ■■ ** '^ ■ I3. 00 per doz.; $20 per TOO. A large stock of the cream of the
elder varieties, such as Florence Vaughan, Queen Charlotte, Eldorado, Sunbeam,
Alphonse Bouvier, Charles Henderson, Madam Crozy, President Carnot,
Admiral Avellan, Edvsard Mieg, etc. Do not fail to get our prices before buying.
O. HDMFELIi.
Olay Center. March ;
nd bulbs with
_ d centers, 7^
5 to 6 in., |2 per 100.
A new pure white of the semperflorens
type, very free flowering, $2 per doz.
Strong 2^ in. pot plants, large stock of S. A. Nutt,
Marvel, Heteranthe, La Favorite, and other best
CALADIUM ESCULENTUM
to 10 in., I5 per 100. 6 to ■;}{ in., $3 per 100.
BEGONIA PURITY
GERANIUMS.
bedding sorts, $25 per 1000.
Immense stock of Fruit Trees, Nut Bearing Trees, Grape Vines, and
SmaU Fruits. One of the largest, if not the largest, assortment of Ornamental
Trees and Shrubs, Climbing Vines, Bulbs. Hardy Perennials, etc., in
America. And 32 greenhouses filled with what the average florist is most likely to want.
Correspondence solicited. Catalogues and trade lists free.
THE STORRS & HARRISON CO., Painesville, Ohio.
I THE rLORISTS* EXCHANOC
April
Thb F=lorists' Exchange.
391
Chicago.
Sl>t« of Trade.
Another week of fine spring, sun-
shiny weather, just warm enough to need
a little fire, particularly at night, has
brought about a full supply of roses,
which, by the way, are now good, and
seem to be worked off fairly clean. The
top notch for extra long Bride and Brides-
maid was $5, with $3 to $-4 for next qual-
ity, when strictly fresh. Meteor are now
In better condition and the price ranges
about the same. American Beauty Is In
larger supply, extra long being $3 50 to $4
per Aozia. Some hybrids are in the market
and realize $1.50 to $2. Jacqs., selling at
75c. to $1.25, are In from the E'ist.
Carnations are still rather short in sup-
ply, the market clearing out well; the best
common stock brings $1.33 to $1.50.
LUles are still plentiful and not of extra
quality; poor stock goes at $3 to $4, the
highest asking price being $1 per dozen.
Tulips are rather short in supply; $2 to
$4 is what they bring; valley, the very
best, sells at $3.
Eastern Prices.
Although no definite figures are
yet agreed upon, the probabilities are that
this year's prices will be lower, if any-
thlng,than last year's, Easter coming three
weeks later. Then the prices were: Brides-
maid and Meteor, $6 to $8; La France,
Wootton, and Mermet, $5 to $6; others, $4
to $5. Carnations, fancy, $2 to $3; or-
dinary. $1.50 to $2 Valley and tulips, $3
to $5; Romans aud dafifodila,$3 to$4; Har-
rlssll, $10 to $15; callas, $8 to $10. Out-
door bulbous flowers are coming In from
Southern Illinois.
Welnhober's Sprinfc Exhibition.
E. Weiniiober give a private exhibition
of Spring plants and flowers, on Tuesday
and Wednesday, April 6 and 7. A very
artistic display was made, and the attend-
ance of the elite of the city was large.
Edgar Sanders.
Cincinnati, 0.
The Market.
All good stock sold the past week,
and at fair prices. The stores ware quite
busy with floral and other work.
Tlsitort.
W. F. Law, of Shelbyvllle, Ind.,
was in the city Saturday, buying stock tor a
large funeral order Harry Bunyard, with
Pitcher & Manda, and Henry Weber, of
Oakland, Md., were also callers.
Early Planting of Carnations.
C. C. Mdkpht commenced planting
his carnations In the field on March 30.
This is the earliest that I have heard of.
Growers Items.
Thomas Windram, of Newport,
Ky., is the first In the market with sweet
peas— Blanche Ferry.
W. MnRpnr had some very choice spikes
of gladiolus. His Bridesmaid carnations
are now coming into crop and are magni-
ficent. Mr. Murphy says that, while
Bridesmaid is a cropper, it is the best
fancy variety he has ever handled. He
had a splendid crop for Christmas, aud
will have a still better one for Easter. He
states that the blooms will remain perfect
on the plants for two weeks after they
matured. Speaking of Delia Fox, he
purposes he will still grow Portia, Mc-
Gowan, Scott and Daybreak,
einb Mens.
Saturday evening, the regular
meetingof the Cincinnati Florists' Society,
was held. It was decided that owing to
the magnificent show of flowers made
every week in the Jabez-Elliott flower
market, we should have uo chrysanthe-
mums show. We were favored with an
essay on hydrangeas, by Henry Schwarz.
The paper was well rec-lved. Theo.
Bock gave us a talk on the future of
the chrysanthemum, which was also very
interesting. He paid a nice compliment
to the Chicago Horticultural Society, by
stating that their premium list was full
of new and good things, that they were
advancing rapidly In the right direction,
and wound up by telling us that the
Cincinnati Florists' Society was too slow
in its movements, but he hoped we would
get there some day. Well, Brother Bock
is all right ; but a burned child dreads the
flre, and financially our shows have never
been a howling success. Ed. Frels fol-
lowed with a short talk on the success his
firm has made growing carnation Uncle
John. He said that since Christmas they
have averaged daily, from a 60 ft. house,
200 good blooms, that they are not bothered
now with the rust, usiog a preparation
which does the work. W. F. Law, of
A week or so ago, a sneak thief, during
the daytime, entered the sleeping apart-
ments of Thomas Jackson, of Mlldale, Ky.,
and stole all of Tom's clothes. Fortun-
ately, Mr. Jackson was not at home, or
the thief would have wanted the suit he
had on.
The exhibition staged in the club
rooms Saturday was a good one, par-
ticularly the displays of Huntsman & Co.
and Henry Weber, at Oakland, Md. R.
WittersttBtter staged Emma Wocher and
Buttercup carnations. William Murphy
carried off certificates on Bridesmaid and
Portia carnations and also exhibited a
sport of Delia Fox resembling the
variety E. A. Wood, being slightly mot-
tled; the flower is very fragrant, of good
size, nice stem and calyx. The Hoffmeister
Floral Co. staged vases of Beauty and
Meteor. John Taylor Conger made a
splendid display of nineteen different kinds
otcactl. Mr. Conger is making a specialty
of these plants and is selling many.
The next meeting of our society and the
next and final exhibition for the season
occurs Mays. We expect a large exhibit
of fiowers of all kinds in season, and at
this meeting the winners of the three
medals will be announced. We extend a
cordial invitation to the craft to attend
this meeting, and if you have anything
meritorious send it in; we want to see it.
E. G. GiLLETT.
Holyoke, Mass.
E. H. Rowland reports good business,
and has a fine stock for Spring trade.
Harrt Sinclair, who Is very successful
In raising seedling chrysanthemums, has
been appointed a judge at the forthcoming
Spring show of the Northampton Horti-
cultural Society.
A change will bB made in the ownership
of the Rosemont Greenhouses, but Joseph
Beach, who has run them so successfully
since the plant was erected, will retain
the management. W. M.
Sunbury, Pa.
C. E. RossiTER has greatly improved his
property by the addition of a handsome
office. New boilers have been put in, and
when coal costs but 60 cents per ton there
should be a little in the business.
W.M.
TOBftCCO STEMS
Large Bales (300 lbs.).. $1 '
Tobacco Dust, 2c. pe
for tying, does no
objt injure the plants; It goes farthest and 1
cheapest; first quality long fibre at lie. a lb.
S^ $9.00 a 100 lbs.
He ClIICT & f>n 64 tt 66 N. From Si
■ Ui PAUST « CO., Philndelphia, Pa.
WHEN WRITING MrMTION THE
BES
Florists,
EVERETT B. CLARK & SONS,
Sole Manulactursrs ol the
GENUINE IROWeeiDGE GRftFIING W
and Whnlesate Growers and Dealers In
Btrictly Now EnirliincI Grown Speeds.
MILFORD, CONN.
It coitB 4 csDti for aaob 600 feet of floor sp&o*.
L5AV[llll:eiiiwi
. t&Jare th« most sensitive plantB. Endorsed
Nikoteen
entfiorlits. Used for famigfttlonor sprftying
OTit. 200 pounds of tobftcco In oq« pint of
Bold by ieedimen. Circular free. BKABOURA
DIP CO . CHICAQO.
«Quick!yMD0€S^lt.4»
,■%/%/%/%/%/%/%■
Hot=Bed
Sash
18 white-leaded. Corners se-
cured with iron dowel pins. Every
detail of construction perfect.
Made of Clear Cypress I^umber.
Quick Shipments.
i SPRAY PUMPS
^ The Best in the World.
CoUegee and Experimental S
I
0 to
i.OO to 6.00
.50 to .76
.75 to 1
.76 to l.J
.76 to 1.1
.26 to 2 I
1.00 to 3.1
1.00 to 2.
Bt. Louis
1897. Apr. 6, 1897.
.. to i!o6 to i'.i
no to 12 06 12.60 to 15 (
35 to .60i .26 to .(
For Prices of Fancy and Special .Stock aee our Correspondence Colnmns.
Prices are for quantities of one hundred unless otherwise noted.
Prices quoted above are given only after very careful inquiry, and while we do
guarantee tneir accuracy, they will be found practically correct up to the date mentioned.
(EIPEIII} BtOS.^
Wholesale Growers of Cut Flowers.
500,000 Feet of Glass.
. We can fill all orders on short notice with all leading varieties of ROSES and
CARNATIONS. We are headquarters for fine AMERICAN BEAUTIES
Give us a trial and convince yourself.
SALESROOM 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO, III.
WHEN WRITIHO MEWTIOW TH[ rLORISTS- IXCHANGt
THE NEW YORK CUT FLOWER GO.
I 19-121 West 23d Street,
112-114 West 24th Street,
Tel9pioiio733,lStliSt.. NEW YORK.
PURDY & BLAUVELT,
Wholesale and Commission Dealers in
CUT FLOWERS
MAIDENHAIB FEEH FESNES A DPEJIALTY.
57 WEST SOth STREET,
r&6tli Ave. NEW YORK.
A. & F. ROLKER,
CUT FLOWERS
53 -West 28111 St.
Telephone 2373 38th St. NEW YORK.
SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, *p"l°o'r?s*t"
...FINE... l->r^f TXTlVTr^r^£T NOW IN. ALSO GOOD ASSORT-
CROPOF BRUNNERS "^'-^°E^s?sr"-
We are still headquarters for finest and best varieties of CARNAXIONS.
161 2-1614 Barker St. Bet. chestnut & Market sts. Philadelphia, Pa.
Illinois Cut Flower Co.,
J. B. DEAMUD, Manager.
WHOLESHLE COMMISSION FLORISTS,
59 Wabash Ave., Chicago.
Consignments Solicited,.
KENNIGOTT BROS. COMPANY.
Wholesale 'Cut -Flowers,
88 'Watiasb Avenue,
CHICAGO, ILL.
WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY.
Wholesale Commlslon Dealer In *
CUT FLOWERS
39 We.t 2Stli St., New Yorli.
Telephone, 21«-38th St.
PRICE LIST SENT ON APPLICATION.
JOHN YOUNG,
DUMONT & CO.,
WHOLESALE FLORISTS
CARNATIONS A SPECIALTY.
Tfo. 1305 Filbert St., Philadelphi
EDWARD REID,
Wholesale Florist
; FISE8T VARIETIES:
Roses, Carnations, Violets.
No. 40 South Sixteenth Street,
Philadelphia.
ROGERS PARK FLORAL CO.,
lolssalsErowsrscICuiriowers
OFFICE AND SALESROOM.
41 WABASH AVE., CHICAGO.
Headquarters for AMERICAN BEAUTIES.
WHCN WBITINQ MCNTION THC rLORISTS* EXCHANGE
April 10 1897.
The F=lorists' Exghknge.
393
Wholesale Florists / ^jobbers .m
FLORIST'S
SUPPLIES.
FLORISTS' VASES.
84 HAWLEV STREET, - BOSTON.
GEORGE MULLEN,
Wholesale and Commission Dealer In
C3-ui.t r'loTj^T-ers.
Best stock and lowest prices. Orders by
Rraph promptly attended to.
GEORGE MULLEN IS Chapman Place, Boston.
GEO. A. SUTHERLAND,
CUT FLOWERS and FLOmSTnUFPUES
WHOLESALE.
67 Bromfield St., Boston, Mass.
City Hall Cut Flower Market
WELCH BROS., Props.
lar^e. Space let to growers wishing
to sell their own goods.
Flowers Shipped to all Points.
...SEND KOR PRICE I,I8T.,
Wholesale Cut Flowers,
Florial Suppllea. Wire Dealcns.
2744 Franklin Ave., ST. LOUIS, MO,
CflAS.G.FLECKENSTEIN,
Wholesale Flowers,
C. A. KUEHN,
Succeiior to ELLISON & KUEHN,
WHOLESALE FLORIST,
1122 Pine St., St. Louis, Mo.
k COMPLETE LINE OF WISE DESieNS.
C. W. WORS,
Wholesale Florist,
313 N. LEFFINSWELL AVENUE,
ST. LOUIS, MO.
PINE ROSES— Snipped carefully to all
parts of the country.
^
ROSES, CARNATIONS,
AND VIOLETS . . .
WM. F. KASTING wf"""'''
496 Washington Street, Commissioi
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TOBACCO STEMS
75 Cts. per 100 lbs.
Bales weigh about 450 lbs.
TIIK BEST i.VD STROXOEST BCST BE FKESII,
» OT OIU DRIED IP STUFF. You OD t.t lb. b«l of
H A St. .othcff, 315 Madison Ave.. N.T
flSPHBflliDS PLDPIOSUS NflHIIS,
^^AT, H. ELLIOTT,
t strings. 8 to 10 feet long,
50 cts. each.
Shipped to any part of the
Dorchester, Mass,
In a November Issae of the EXCHANGE
the writer told of the method pursued bj
Lawrence Cotter with the Crimson
Rambler rose. At that tline the plants
were being rested ; later, they were
brought gently along, till now we see a
grand lot In 10 inch pots, trained cvai
or egg-shape, with a profusion of buds
making, as my Boston friend expressed It,
" superlatively flee " plants ; but the price
is $10 apiece. They are well worth It, but
I am afraid 'tis too high for many to Invest
in such a Inxury, still Easter will no doubi
see every plant disposed of. Several housep
of hybrids are in splendid condition.
Beauty, Meteor and teas also look well.
Testout will be discarded for Kaiserin
Augusta. Carnations will not be grown
any more ; the houses are well adapted for
roses, and Mr. Cotter can make more
money by following this course.
Warren Ewell rejoices In the prospect
of a grand supply ot bulbous stock for
Easter. W. M.
Brookline, Mass.
F. E. Palmer has received many In-
quiries regarding his metbod of growing
the grafted rose, and will probably give
the readers of the Exchange, at no distant
date, the benefit of his experience. Mean-
time we watch and wait, as he did at thpt
time.
Miss VAS9 has sold part of the land ad-
joining her houses. It is far too valuable
to retain for the purpose of building green-
houses thereon.
Jas. Quinn has a patronage which causes
him to raise thousands of narcissi, both
double and single, in pans — a popular
method. One of the most pleasing things
in white and green is valley or La Candeur
tulips, with Adiantum cuneatum, in a
blight, clean pan. How few think of
sending out a plant in a clean pot.
Cambridge, Mass.
Judging by the immense stock being
grown, evidently Fked. C. BECKiR con
templates a larger demand than usual for
the Boston fern; the sales of which, both
locally and outt-ide, have been very large
this season, all salable stock being easily
disposed of.
W. E. Doyle has a beautiful lot of lilies
and hydrangeas In perfect form for Easter
Many of the latter are in 9 and lO-inch
pots. I counted, respectively, 12 and 20
heads— fine trusses of perfect color. Dau.
Murphy wants to know if this can be beat
The old variety of Spiraea japonica Is grown
by the houseful; it is also in fine condi
New Haven, Conn.
John Champion is completing three
houses, each lls65 feet, for carnations, the
demand for which is satisfactory. A flue
new wagon has lately been added to keep
ahead of the procession.
Smith T. Bradley has been very succest-
fnl,both in producing some grand roses aLd
obtaining good prices for same this seaeoi
Carnations are very promising.
S. H. MOORK is exceedingly busy with
decorations for openings. An annual order
for 2,500 roses for free distribution by f
prominent store, was a good lift.
Robert Veitch &Son report a good seed
business, their plant department is increas-
ing, many old time popular varieties are
grown. Here one sees the uniqueand veiy
rare occurrence of three generations takii^ k
an active interest in one business at one
time. W. M.
Hartford, Conn.
has a splendid stock for Easter. CaiuH-
ticr.» are e-arce jnst now, but the scarcity
is more than compensated by heavy cropt-
of roses and violets. W. M.
Boston Florist Letter Co.
CUT SMILAX
$25.00 per lOOstrinaP.
ADIANTUM CUNEATUM
Extra fine fronds $1.25 per 100. Cash withorde
CUSrAVE SCHRADER.
llolTiniiii Rouli'vard, Cut Floncr Exehoi.B
JSe«ti>wii, L. L Nei. York.
CUT ROSHS.
Fine BRIDE, BRIDESMAID
and PERLE on short notice.
THE NATIONAL PLANT CO., Dayton, Ohio.
4IHCN wnrriNG MEf'TmN the fiorist's exchange
189.00 per 100 buds and blooii
S8.00 per 100, cat.
Cash With Order
WiVl. A. BOCK,
NORTH CAMBRIDGE, MASS.
Choice
Seasonable
Flowers
,fc 5fEl>5
h
Lv\t Ir. ChlCAeo,
WHEN wfunNo aENTion mu nanmnr
JOHN CONLEY & SON,
uAwawAoraiiSBa or
TIN FOII.,
2 and 4 Domlnick Street,
NEW YORK
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M. RICE &.CO.,
Importers and Manufacturers of
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
25 N. 4th St., Philadelphia, Pa.
NEW FALL, CATALOGDE NOW BEADT
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The catalogues of the various book pub-
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p. O. Box 1697, New York.
394
The F^lorists* Excht^nge.
Cypress
Greenhouse Material.
We are the pioneers in Clear Cypress Greenhouse Material. We
discovered that Cypress is better than any other wood for green- ]
houses from top of posts up and we introduced it, and fought for it ,
against many prejudices, and finally succeeded in bringing it into .
general use. t
Others have attempted to follow where we lead, others are trying
to reap what we sowed, but we have the e.xperience and are recog-
nized as experts iri greenhouse construction. '
Lockland Lumber Co.
LOCKLAND, OHIO.
Modern Greenhouse
Heating.
One of our boilers, 10,880 feet of two
inch pipe, and sixty tons of coal will heat
22,400 feet of glass (four 20x200 feet
double gable houses) to 65 degrees in
coldest Winter weather ; they have done
it, and will do it for you— we guarantee
it. Our boilers are not only the best of
their kind, but the best made. They have
the largest "firebright" direct surface,
are the easiest cleaned, handled and set
up ; and from engineering facts, they are
the ideal frictionless, economical water
heating boilers of our day.
Plenty's Horticultural Works,
I48-I5S Randolph Ave.,
JERSEY CITY, N. J.
VALVES,
FITTINGS
AND
VENTILATING
APPARATUS.
COZDWEZZ-
WZZCOX CO.,
1, N.Y.
paper.
The Strength of a Child
puBhea the *'SimDlex" Uose Mender Into place-
No tools required.
The Strength of a Horse
cannot pull It out.
^-Inch or H-inch by mall, lOcts.
CouplloKB '£5 ctB. per set.
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can be bent double, twisted Into any shape,
or run over by teams without Injury. Send
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GLASS
FOR GREENHOUSES, CONSERVATORIES, GRAPERIES. HOTBEDS AND
FLORISTS' USE GENERALLY. AT LOWEST RATES.
L. H7tRF2IS Si SON.
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GLASS!
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Graperies, Hotbeds and all other
purposes, at Lowest Rates.
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Estimates Freely Giren.
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For &EEENHOUSES, CONSEEVATOEIES,
aEAPEHIES, HOTHOUSES AND HOTBEDS.
Agents for CHAMBERS & McKEE CO.. Jeannette Brands American Glass.
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t
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i
•)END FOR OUR NEW CATALOGUE!, WHICH SHOW^ J
ITlieliewpiitoiiiatiGGafileTeiitilatorj
W Ah It Is put 1
▼ machine sent 0
l-A^. Q.
We also glTe you prices ^
rate your house succeaafully. Soil machines now ma
Q. "^^TOXjI^ ,/^./.,
mENTlOX, FLORISTS
H will be to your advantage to look
into the merits of the Scollay
"Inifincible" Hot Water Boiler.
It IS all that its name implies, and
don't forget it.
Cuts and full information mailed
on application.
JOHN A. SCOLLAY,
74 & 76 MYRTLE AVE.,
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK.
WHIN wurriNo mcntion tmc ruMwra- rchanoc
latic ^
i Chadborn's Automatic
^ Ventilator_
f CHADBORN, KENNEDY & CO. }
J NEWBURGH, N. Y J
CYPRESS
fiJEEITOE
MATERIAL
OF ANY DESCRIPTION.
FOR CATALOOUE.
WHCH WRITING MENTION THC FIORIST'S EXCHANOC
IF- YOU WANT
A GOOD SASH LIFT
For a Very Little Honey Get
For DescriptiTe Cataloirue Send to
>. CARMODY, Evansvllle, Ind.
SASH BARS
} ur Toi^t PCET IN UtNOTH OR LONGER.
RE EN HOUSE
\ AND OT^ER BUILDINC WATEMAL. . \
Senator our llluitrAted BooK
"CYPKE sis LUMBER*!* (ts UjS ES."
Send ror-»'ur Special GreenhousVcfrteukp.
■''nE;^;'^ 5Te&ri^3~Lymbe<- Co.,
Valuable Paper.
Lm well Batlafied with results obtAined i
( your valuable paper.
Iprlni^eld, Ohio, Jul'
JOHN A. DOTLE.
396
The I=i-orists* Exchange.
SEE ADVERXISEMENX IN NEXT ^WEEK'S ISSUE.
E.G. HILL & CO., STRAUSS & CO., ROBERT CRAIG,
BIGIOND. IND.
WISHINGTOII, D. C.
PHILIDEIPHII. PI.
_WMeN_WRITINa
COLEUS
FANCIES
VERBENAS 7hlsTsee
D, K. HERR.
■WELCH BROXHERS,
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
No. 2 Beacon Street. - BOSTON.
Wire Designs, Wheat Sheaves, Baskets, Im-
mortelles, Cape Flowers, Cut Flowers, Boxes,
aud all other supplies, at prices to meet com-
petition.
Galax Leaves.
CHAS. H. RICKSECKER, Linville, N. C
1 potB. at rulin
Busby plants for s
ChryRanthemuDls*
Mrs'. H. Bi.blnson
C. EISELE, 11th & Jefferson Streets, Pliiladelptiia, Pa.
WHEN WRITING MENTION
GYGAS LEAVES AND FUNERAL SHEAVES
BASKETS AND SUPPLIES,
BULBS.
SEEDS MND
At wholesale onl;
SPRING
apply for lists. Address
AUGUST ROLKER & SONS, NEW YORK
136 and 138 West 24th Street. P. 0. Station E.
n, C> i> LARGEST
onsts supplies... f^'^'nl
:::^^^^r:^r^==^^^^==^^^^ country
All goods up to date, and of superior quality.
Send tor Illustrated CatalORUe.
i^ GALAX LEAVES S.
H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.,
56 N. FOURTH STREET, PHILADELPHIA, PA.
WHEN WRrriNO MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
LARGEST AND BEST STOCK OF
PREPARED CYCAS LEAVES
TO BE KOUND ANV1
Metal Floral Designs, Sheaves, Doves, Baskets, Moss Wreaths, Wheat, Milkweeds,
Cape Flowers, Wire Work, and all Florists' Supplies.
Write for catalogue. Free to the trade.
A. HERRMANN, 404-412 East 34th Street (Near Ferry), New York,
Manufacturer of METAL FLORAL DESIGNS, Importer and Dealer in FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.
1^" Buy Now, before High Tariff Prices Rule. "Wl
HARDY FRAGRANT DWARF and TREE ROSES
BARONESS ROTHSCHILD,
GENERAL JACQUEMINOT,
GLOIRE de MARGOTTIN,
MRS. JOHN LAING,
In Leading: "Varieties, such as
MME, GABRIEL LUIZET,
MAGNA CHARTA,
LA FRANCE,
PRINCE CAMILLE de ROHAN,
PAUL NEYRON,
FISHER HOLMES,
AND OTHER
GOOD SORTS.
In the above I have a limited quantity to offer by the IOC, lOOO, or in original case of 16O0-I7OO.
Also HARDY AZALEAS, RHODODENDRONS, HYDRANGEA P. G., SNOW-
BALLS and OTHER ORNAMENTAL PLANTS, SPRING
FLOWERING BULBS, ETC.
State your Wants and Prices will be Quoted.
C. H. JOOSTEN, Importer. 193 Greenwich St., N.Y.
grow into a vigorous plant,
A WEEKLY MEDIUM OF INTERCHANGE FOR FLORISTS, NURSERYMEN, SEEDSMEN AND THE TRADE IN GBNERAU
YOL. IX. HO 16.
NEW YORK, APRIL 17, 1897.
One Dollar Per Year.
piTCHER & MANDA
WILL CONTINUE their Spedal low otter of
Excelsior Dwarf Pearl Tuberoses.
^6.00 per 1000; 5000 for ^25.00.
NOT the usual grade of Tube-
to B incli," containing 53 per
lur customers say tbey are the
PLEASE REMEMBER XV^o,^
cent, of 4 inch bulbs. Our bulbs are SELECTED; some of our ct
best bulbs they ever saw, both as to size and quality.
JAPANESE tll^IES-Auratums and Speciosums-Will accept orders for a few
dttys longer at the special low prices quotta in stecial number of FLORisre' Exchange.
GCADIOmS-FlorisIs' Extra White and Linht. THE BEST $2.1.00 per 1000.
Stanihird White and LlRht 13.50 per luO .
ORCHIDS FOR CUT FLOWERS.
Each.
Cceloicyiie crlstata, 3 inch pots, 15 bulbs, 4 leads $0 .50
CoelO}fyne crlstata, 4 liicli pots, 20 bulbs, 9 leads $0 75 to 1 00
CoeIoKy»e crlstata, 5 Inch pots, 25 to 30 bulbs. 10 leads 1 60
Lailla aiiceps, ou blocks, B bulbs, 1 lead 60
Laella anceps, on blocks, 12 bulbs, 2 to 3 leads 1 00
I^ycaste SUInnerl, 4 Inch pots, 4 bulbs, 1 lead 60 to 75
Lycaste sklniierl, 5 Inch pots, 6 bulbs, 3 leads 1 50
Odontoglossuiii cltrosmum, 6 inch ba8l
circumference, $7.50 per 1000.
TUBEROUS ROOTED BEGONIAS, sound stock,
colors, separate, |3.00 per 100.
GLOXINIAS, named yarieties, |5.00 per 100.
In Making Up Your Order for Florists' Flower Seeds, Don't Fail to Include Some
iiifii's D[riiiic[ MJimoHnn mm^s
F.E.|nilBLlISTEBrt::ir6BCortW!ll.|I.T.
Wet
apply
NEW ROSE. PRES. CARNOT
ng, healthy plants, 2)4
pots, at $15.00 per
?foth- WINTER-FLOWERING ROSES
is large and in exceptionally fine shape. We offer all the leadinj.^ varieties as follows:
Perle, Bride, Meteor. Bridesmaid, Mme. Cusin, S5 per 100; «40 per 1000.
Mme. Caroline Testout. Kalaerin Angasta
Victoria and Mrs. Plerpont Morgan «G per 100 ; SiBO per 1000.
Amerioan Beauty 89 per 100; 880 per 1000.
Our Wholesale List and Complete Descriptive Catalogue will be Sent Free on Application
to any who may not have received them.
P. R. PIERSON CO..
TARRYTOWN-ON-HUDSON, NEW YORK.
TUBEROUS BEGONIAS AND TUBEROSE PEARL
At lowest Wholesale Kates in Quantity. Write tor Prices.
SPECIAL OFFER
COMMERCIAL ORCHIDS.
ESTABLISHED PLANTS.
Herdoz.
CATTLEYA. Tiianro, Mussifo, (iaskcUiaun, IVrrivaliaiia, strong
flowiTing size plants $10 00
LAELIA, Autumnalis and Anceps, strong flowering size plants 5 00
COELOGYNE C'ristata, strong flowering plants 4 00
DEN DR OBI DM, NoWle and Phalienopsis, strong flowering size plants . 7 50
LYC ASTE, i^kiuiiorii and Deppei, strong flowering plants 7 50
ONCIDIUM, Ti-'i""'" and Splendidum, strong flowering size plants . . 9 00
CYPRIPEDIUIM lusigue, strong flowering plants 9 00
CALANTHE, I'liiuedi and Eegnieri, bearing large beautiful spikes of
Willi. ■, hloliihrd with crimson 5 00
100 plants made up of the above varieties in equal numbers of each for $6u0
50 plants for $35 00
SIEBRECHT & SON,
ROSE HILL NURSERIES, New Rochelle, N. Y.
Watch for our Colored Plate of NEW TRIO CANNAS.
~ - -■'■ -' ■.HHWtiyyR'TlK'iMSNTWNTMEn.OmSTSEXCMONOt
398
The Florists* ExcHHNce,
Tuberose^ Dwirt Pearl l3t size very fine
' l)ulbs $1 per 100 $7 per 1000
Begonias, single tuberous rooted, separate
colors. 60.\ per doz. ; $3 per 100.
Oladlolus, nae mixed, $1 per lOJ; $3.50
per 1000.
Oladlolus, white and light, mixed, $1.7S
per lOU; $15 per 1000.
«loxlnias, mixed. 60c. per doz ; $4 per 100.
I.ily Auratuin, O.vU, fiist-class condition,
$B per 100; $.5') per lOuO.
Madeira vine, extra strong roots, $1.60
per 100; $13 per lO'JO.
SWEET PEAS.
Blaiiclie Ferry 30c. per lb.
Butterfly 30c.
Boreatton 30c. "
Fine Itltxed 25o.
Emily Henderson 3.5c.
Invincible Carmine 30c.
Lottie KcUrord 4nc.
KcUford'.s Mixed 3Ce.
Elliott's Rainbow Mixture $1
WM. ELLIOTT & SONS
NEW YORK.
WHEN WRmWG MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
I CLUCAS & BODDINGTON CO,, I
^ Iniiiortflrs. K^porters and Oroirers' Agents of S
I Plants, Seeds and Bulbs, |
I 501 and 503 IV. 13th SI., |
$ Telephone Call, 403 ISth St. NEW YORK CITY. ?
SEEDS for Profit
. EFSwcctPcasf
% Wholesale Catalog-ue on application. X
I WEEBER & DON, ''':y^^otT f
J)! 114 Chambers St., New York City. Jj
SUMMER FLOWERING
^BULBS.^
CHAS. H. ALLEN, Floral Park, N. Y.
> BECONIAS, TUBEROSES AND GLADIOLI.
liiamo offer sn Extra Choice lot of Tuberons Rooted Begonias. Sinele, lapBc size. In 4
s?t8'.win:So»'?5r'"|!fsf4x8H ins.
500 Business Cards, 2Mx4>i ins.
600 Tags, 2Hx5M Ins.
Cash with order,
PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE YOU ORDER.
Write plainly and send " copy " for
each article wanted.
Noteheads will be furnished in smooth
writing paper with ruled lines. Linen
paper, ruled or unruled, can be had in-
stead if so ordered.
Envelopes are full commercial size and
of good quality.
Billheads will be furnished as above,
but size 83^ ins. wide and i% ins. deep
will be substituted when so ordered.
Cards are of good quality and ample
proportions.
Day Book and Ledger are large enough
for ordinary purposes. Ledger is in-
dexed and will hold 300 accounts.
Special designs, trade marks, etc., en-
•aved to order. A rose, violet, or other
The quality of all the above work
guaranteed.
We can forward any of these
combination offers with advantage
to the purchaser, but it will not
pay from a distance to order a
single item on account of the ex-
press charges.
Address all orders to
iT. DEUMAREPTG.ANDPUB.GO. Ltd.
p. O.Box 1697, New Tork.
April I7> 1897.
The Plorists* Exchange.
399
SEED IPE EEPORF.
PolQta aad information t:
intereated In tbis column, solicited. Address
Kdltor Bbuid Tradk, care of Florists' Ei-
OHANGB. p. O. Box 1697. New York.
Free Seed Distribution.
Editor Floristx' Exchange:
The appropriation for the free distribu-
tion of seeds has not yet been passed by
the Senate, as some letters which we have
gent to Senators have caused the Senate
Committee and the Secretary of Agricul-
ture to look into the matter of the bill.
We have not been able to obtain a hearing
before the Committee, excepting by corres-
pondence; but this correspondence has
had a good eCteet. We understand the
new Secretary of Agriculture now desires
a change In the bill, and that more money
be allowed for patting up the seeds In
Washington, which we buppose will leave
a less amount for the purchase of seeds.
This is a great point gained, as it will
allow a smaller quantity of seeds to each
Senator and Representative ; yet it seems
to be dawning upon the minds of Senators
that there must be a large quantity of the
common varieties of seeds distributed by
the present Secretary of Agriculture, how-
ever much he may desire to reform the
Department and send out new and rare var-
ieties. We do not know whether we will be
able to get this appropriation abolished In
this present Congress— tbe bill is likely to
be amended In a Committee of the two
Houses, before which we cannot appear, so
unless we can get some Senator or Repre-
sentative to have tlie amounts stricken
out when it comes before the House or
Senate again, we shall not be able to ac-
complish our object at the present session.
I feel that the Committee has accom-
plished vastly more for the seed trade in
getting the quantity of seeds to be given
away rednctd, and probably more rare
varieties substituted for common varieties,
than the value of the amount expended. I
would like to explain here that there has
been some Impression that we, as seeds-
men, are employing a large amount of
money lobbying in Washington. Probably
our first meeting in Washington, and like-
wise my first letter, seemed to present
some reasons for arriving at such a con-
clusion. To put the matter right, I make
this explanation. The work that has been
accompllsbed (which is considerable), has
been done at a less cost than $400. This
Includes several trips to Washington and
work done in various directions which it is
unnecessary to explain here.
At our first meeting In Washington some
large amounts of money were promised as
subscriptions, to be paid when required,
and part of these amounts have been paid
in. A letter received this morning says :
" I do not think it exactly right for some
of us to pay the expenses and all get the
benefit of It. We think It Is wise to pro-
ceed with the work to abolish this free
distribution. What is the use of going
our opinion the committee ought to keep
at this good work as long as the money
will last, and if the money has gone, we
should all chip in again to push the good
work along." Another says: "My idea
would be to have you retain the money on
band and continue in a systematic manner
to agitate this question." Another: "It
seems to me the seedsmen should raise a
fund of $5,000 for a year's campaign. They
could well afford this amount, but it may
not be required and need not be paid in
till wanted. All should pay their share,
and then it will be a very small amount
for each one."
I coincide with the above, and think all
seedsmen should subscribe. Of course,
the total amount of promise need not be
paid in at once, but a remittance on ac-
count should be sent from the seed trade
generally. The pro rata amount for each
one will then be very light. I believe, it
we continue, we shall accomplish our ob-
ject. The organizition should be kept up,
then some one in an official position wouid
watch the progress of events and act as
opportunity arises, and judiciously work
to kill the free diitrlbntion of common
varieties of seeds by the Government.
T. W. Wood, Chairman.
GloveirsviHe, N. Y.— L. Phelps & Son
have opened a seed and farmers' general
supply store at 257 North Main st.
European Notes.
Keylew of Crop Conilltions.
A fresh spell of Winter visited us
during the past week, and while the frost
has not been very severe, it is hardly likely
to benefit the young and tender growth
already put forth. Continuing the review
of the present condition of these crops,
commenced in last week's Notes, it is safe
to report that carrot, parsnip and parsley
are in a fairly healthy and promising state.
The acreage under cultivation is very
much less than last year, bat with tbe
prospect of a good yield this is hardly
likely to cause any serious inconvenience.
The same remarks apply to leeks and
onions; the bulbs of the latter have kept
in good condition through tbe winter and
with a fair season should give very good
results.
Prices Drptndent on TtrllT.
As very warm and favorable
weather is reported from the South of Eu-
rope, the varieties grown in that region
are likely to be very abundant, but the
question of price will, to a very great ex-
tent, depend upon the demand from your
side. As this n 111 doubtless be regulated
by the tariff, growers are raturally very
anxious to know the exact figure at which
it will be fixed. In any case it is too late
to make an alteration now, for no useful
crop could be raised as a substitute for
those it might be deemed wise to destroy.
A report on our other biennial plants may
well be deferred for the present.
Oullooli of Bulb Crop.
The abundant moisture of the past
winter and the warm weather now pre-
vailing south of the Alpes Maritime are
having a very beneficial effect upon
the Roman hyacinths and other bulbs
and roots grown in that region. As re-
gards the former, there is every pros-
pect of an abundant supply of first
size and fully developed bulbs. Nar-
cissi and liliums are also doing very well,
and growers should not have any difficulty
in filling orders with bulbs of the stipu-
lated sizes. Should present promises be
fulfilled it will do something toward re-
moving the Irritation caused by the very
unsatisfactory deliveries of last season.
The explanations (?) offered by some ot
these gentlemen only make their conduct
the more reprehensible.
While the bulbs in the South are flour-
ishing in a Summer's sun, those In Holland
are experiencing conditions quite the re-
verse. The weather continues very cold,
but this Is not likely to do anything worse
than retard the blooming sea' on. The
general appearance of the bulbs as a whole
is very healthy and sound.
Display of Late Border Tulips at Ilambarg.
Those seedsmen who are interested
in the revival of the Late Border Tulips
should arrange to visit the forthcomlDg
Horticultural Exhibition at Hamburg,
about the third week in May, as Polman
Mooy. ot Haarlem, has arranged an exhibit
ot 12,000 bulbs, chosen from the finest va-
rieties in his matchless collection, on or
about the date named. As the general
public is getting tired ot carpet bedding
and ribbon borders, these love'y flowers
are becoming more popular every year.
European Seeds.
Lawn Sprinklers.
The ''Twin Comet" and " Little Giant
lawn sprinklers, manufactured and adver-
tised by the E. Stebbins Manfg. Co., ot
Springfield, Mass., have merits particularly
their own, which impress those who have
watched them at work, as being as near to
the ideal as it is possible to bring machines
ot this description. The globe, or body, ot
the Twin Comet Lawn Sprinkler is made
in two parts, and by means of tbe swiftly
revolving arms and intermediate gears,
the upper halt is made to revolve slowly,
carrying the hose nozzle, from which a full
stream ot water is thrown tar out beyond
the sprinkle o£ the arms, thereby covering
a much larger suace than any other sta-
tionary sprinkler". With an ordinary pres-
sure of water, 20 pounds or upwards, it will
thoroughly sprinkle au area 80 feet in di-
ameter. The nozzle and the tips on end of
arms are adjustable and can be set so as to
sprinkle any desired space, or the nozzle
can be set perpendicular to send the water
upwards in a straight stream like a
fountain. A perforated disc, or rosette,
comes with each
niachiii
ai can be :
fine mist at the center ot the sprinkle ot the
revolving arms.
The "Little Giant" traveling lawn
sprinkler is an ingenious, efficient and
wonderful machine. Under an ordinary
water oressure ot 30 pounds or upwards, it
APRIL 22d...
...APRIU"22d,
For Decorating. For Cutting. For all Floral Work
GREAT AUCTION SALE
Of a Grand Selection in excellent order and condition, from
SANDER & CO.
ST. ALBANS, ENGLAND... and ...BRUGES, BELGIUM.
Send for Illustrated Catalogue giving
full description, etc., of the quantities of
Gattieues, Laeiias, Deimioiies, llaiiila!i,OiioiiloQlosiSDii|[i
0£fered, including a Superb
Ne\xr Cape Plant,
The finest flowering plant of the year,
WATSONIA ARDERNEI
Useful both for indoor and outside culture.
Messrs. Cleary $c Co.
60 VESEY STREET, - - - NEW YORK,
Will sell the above on
TiRSOSY lEH, HPBIL Si!, 17, 0T II il.|ll.
will drag 100 feet o£ gardenlio.se and propel
itself slowly and continuously in either a
straight line or a circle ot any desired di-
ameter, while its speed may be varied at
will from 1.1 to 500 feet per hour. By means
ot a figured dial plate it may be set to
travel any desired distance. .V moment
sufllces to change its speed from the high-
est to the lowest, and it may be gauged to
distribute a spray effectively over a swath
varying in width from 5 to 50 feet, while
by simply throwing it out ot gear it is in-
stantly converted into a stationary sprink-
ler of exceptional efficiency. The propel-
ing force is supplied by back pressure of
water in the arms causing them to revolve
with force and rapidity, while at the same
time they throw out a fine spray or mist.
ATLANTA, GA.— Wachendort Brothers
have succeeded to the business ot their
father, the late Ed. Wachendort.
Woodstock, N. Y.— Robert Shilousky
will occupy a store corner Jackson ave.
and Third st. for his florist business.
MORRISTOWN, N. J.— H. C. Holmes. form-
Morris st, oor-
MORRIS, III.— The Morris Floral Com-
plants. Incorporators, S. .M. Underwood,
Alfred M. Milting, Prank Martin, H. E.
MItteny, E. C. Hume, John Peacock.
Pittston. Pa.
J. B. Carpenter expects to open a
florists' store here on Exeter st.
The greenhouses of WiLLlAU MoTT were
burned on March 30. The Are origlnati d
in a defective flue in a neighbor's building.
Witliamspori. Pa.
EvENDEN Bros, have good success with
carnation Bride ot Erlescourf, and find
it one of the most profitable canations
extant. Thev have a grand lot of L. Har-
rlsll in pots— just right for Easter.
W. M.
Erie, Pa.
H. NiEMETER, of this town, reports bu-i-
ness satisfactorily good this season. The
front ot his fine store on State street has
been remodeled into one large show win-
dow style, and is a decided improvement.
He has a flne stock ot Easter plants.
Among seedling carnations he has a red of
flne character, and a striped pink, af;er
the type of J. J. Harrison, but softer in
color.
Mrs. W. Niemetkr contemplates re-
tiring the branch retail store on State
street at an early date.
John Trost shows his usual well skilled
growth of all-around stock, including a
fine strain of cinerarias.
The SCHLUBAFF FLORAL COMPANY have
retired from the seed business.and now give
their attention entirely to the cut flowers
and plant trade. A new, well-arranged
and neatly fitted office is a recent and con-
venient acquisition.
TiTDS Berst has a gcod showing of
bulbons stock.
H. ToNO has a new carnation after the
type of Helen Keller, which attracts con-
siderable attention locally. Roamer.
THE EXPERIMEN T STA TIONS.
ilyke.
^
bedding sorts, $25 per 1000.
Immense stock of Fruit Trees, Nut Bearing Trees, Grape Vines, and
Small Fruits. One of the largest, if not the largest, assortment of Ornamental
Trees and Shrubs, Climbing Vines, Bulbs, Hardy Perennials, etc., in
America. And 32 greenhouses filled with what the average florist is most likely to want
Correspondence solicited. Catalogues and trade lists free.
THE STORRS & HARRISON CO., Painesville, Ohio.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGe
Cabbage,
Jersey Wakefield, Early Summer, Blood Red,
$lper 1000. Cauliflower (Snowball), $3 50 per
1000. J. c. SCHMIDT & CO., Bristol
STRAWBERRY PLANTS.
Strone, Younc, Dealthj PlniiU, Seiurclj PnckcJ.
Downing, Sharpless, Jessie, Haverland, Wil-
son. Splendid, Kentucky, Meek's Early, Middle-
field, Van Deman, Beecher, Greenville, Daytnn,
Beverly, Lady Thompson, Tennessee Prolific
Tubbs, Enhance, Shusier's Gem and Princeton
Chief— 50 cts. per 100; SS.OO per 1000.
Marshall, Parker Earle, Marv, Belle, Elenor-
75 ct». per 100; »3.00 per iooo.
Crescent, Beder Wood, WarHtld-60 cts. per
100; SI 50 per 1000.
Michel's Early— 50 ots. per 100; S1I.36 per
1000; 183.50 perfiOOO; WIO.OO per 10.000.
Special Prices Given on Large (irders.
No. 1 CUTHBERT RASPBERRY-75
ots. per 100; S5.00 per IOOO.
Golden Queen— «1. 00 per 100; *7.00 per
CHAS. BLACK, Hightstown, N. J.
DEL&WiRE COLLEGE tGRIGULTURAL
EXPERIMENT SmiOH.
HAROLD POWELL.
hoetioultubist and entohoixtowt.
Newa
3 and Sail .lose scati
G. HAROLD POWELL,
HORTICtTLTURIST AND ENTOMOLOOIt
are CoUeRe ARrlcultural Kxperlmeui 8ti
PEACH: PLUM TREES
FOR SPRING DELIVERY, 1897.
ASPARAGUS ROOTS.
3 and 3 Years, Stramc.
ALEXANDER PULLEN,
ilfnord Nuraeries. MILFOBD, OBL.
WHEN WRrriNO MENTIOM THE FtORISTS' EXCHANSf
HLPPET
PRICES ON APPLICATION.
Ampelopsis YeitchiLS
CANNAS.
(.jueen Charlotte, Alphonse Bouvier, STme.
Crozy, Chas. Henderson, out of I inch
pots, $6 per 100
AZALEAS.
Ghent and Mollis, strong plants, 30c. to 60c. ea
If there is anythinfr on which you like prices
see our adv. in April 3 issue.
THE ELIZABETH NURSERY CO.,
EI.IZABEXH, IV. J.
•HEW wRfniw wnmoM wic nxmtsn ctchawoi
...I HAVE A...
FINE STOCK
—OF—
Pears, Cherries, Peaches,
Ma, Ouicces,
BEARING SIZES.
3,000 Elms lOtoU "
6,000 Norway Maples 9 to 11 "
6,000 Sugar Maples 10 to 12 "
700 Cut-leaved Birch 8 to 10 "
600 Golden and Scarlet Oaks.. 8 to 16 "
500 Blood-leaved Maples 9 to 12 "
500 Lindens 10 to 13 "
700 White Fringe 4 to 8 "
1,200 Purple-leaved Beech 3 to 8 "
16,0110 California Privet 3 to 6 •'
15,000 Evergreens, all sizes.
10,000 Roses, XX strong-.
10,000 Shrubs and Climbing Vines, XX fine.
3,000 Azaleas and Rhododendrons, X nice.
SuDerlntondentH of Parks and Cemeteries, aiirt
Florists wantine stock for their customers should
call on me or write. Two Railroads, two Ex[.re8s
Co.'s and Steamboats to New York i_'lty. Address
STEPHEN CRANE, Norwich, Conn.
Proprietor of Norwich Nurseries.
N WRITINO MCWTIOH THE rtORISTS* (
SURPLUS— APPLES, PEARS and PLUMS
C HESTNUTS.— Paracon, Parry's Giant, Ridgeley, etc. WAL.N UTS
10,000 Japan. Persian, etc. QUINCES.-Hcavy Stock,Champion. Meech. etc.
Trifoliate Orange, Elffiagnus Longlpes. Rocky Mt. Cherry. Cal. Privet, Tree
Cranberries, all 1, Sand 3 year. Logan Berries, Mayberrtes and Strawberry-
Raspberries. Pot pliints and fleid-growa. MAPLE.— Sugar. Norway, Silver
large quantities and sizes.
nd Negundo
PARRY'S POMONA NURSERIES, Parry, New Jersey.
i MENTION THE FLORISTS*
The Plorists' Exchange.
403
NEW AND CHOICE ROSES
CASNATIONS and CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
All in Ai stock, now ready at up-to-date prices.
JOHN IV. MAY, Summit, New Jersey.
WHEN WRITINQ MCHTIOW THt rUORISTS' IXCHAHM
F±D.© HeaXttLy StooJs: of
Bntfes, lalls, . .
. . Perles, ineieors,
JOHN HENDERSON CO.
Flushing, N. Y.
• tXCHANQE
Sterling American Novelty, the
WHITE COCHET
1 Cocliet, which is
OQSidered n -w the best pinli out-of-
door rose. It has all the good quaiities
of its parent; itscoloris pure white and
I doubt it will prove the best white
J up to date.
ten, from i inch, $6.00.
I, " 4 " 35.00.
out-of-door r
Price, per
All Orlns Mitt b9 Accompamed vith (
J. COOK
^■%?SE*Er= Baltimore, Md.
wnrriNG mention thk Ftonisr-s exchancf
American Beauty
3^ in. pots, very line, $7.00 per iro.
2"^ •' ready lor sliitting, $5.00 per
100: $40.00 per 1000.
Crimson Ramb!er
3H in. pots, strong, $10.00 per 100.
2i| " ready for shifting, $6.00 pet
100; $40.00 per 1000.
Mareclial Niel
6 in . pots, $12.00 per 100.
3!^ •• 8.00 per 11)0.
2% " S.SOper 100; $30.00 per 1000.
Also 100,000 HVBRID PERPKT-
IJAL,S, MOSSES and CLIMBERS,
in 21^ in. pots, $30.00 per 1000.
Write for our list ot varieties.
^W. S. LITTLE & CO.,
rochesxe;r, n. v.
ROSES.
Rosea. Strone plants, 2|
(20.00 per lOOO. By mail, 25 c
AErlppinn ,1
ArchdniieChariea 0
Bon Sllene I
Bride D
Brideamald P
C. Sonperc H
8. ol Aibnnr J
evonienala '
Dr. Griii H
Dach. de Brabant II
t. potfl, 12.25 per I
er 100 additional.
nan Cochet
.Job. Nchwa
\'l Princ" » Vera
HI. NIel
HIBISCUS, rJser
mme. Schwaller
Pnpn (iontler
Prfncea. ol Sagan
Prea. Gaulain
gueen'a Scarlet
novr Flalie
VSIl WITH ORDER.
R.H.MURPHEY,Urbana,Ohio.
TEN DEGREES BELOW ZERO
) new climbing rose
UorlWMM
[lardr Yellow Climbing R
Aiflala l8. therefore, an ImmenBely important
Lipposed,
150 BlosBoms io a Bunch
Rambler, for ft ha
Ineln splendid bU
r related. The color 1;
tUe Introducers
Color a clear light i
THALI
Pur<
WE WANT EVERY FLORIST
to handle these three roses amoDK his
them. Send at once.
Price for strong plants from 2^4 inch pots,
$15.00 per 100. Send for our Trade
Lists of other Roses and General Stock.
JACKSON & PERKINS GO. Newark, New York
...NEW ROSE...
SOIIV. du PBESIDEKT GilBliOT
strong, hoalthy plauts, from 2;^ inch pots,
S1.J per 100 ; Sl'2.5 per 1000. Ready now.
AMERICAN BEAUTY ROSES.
We h.ave tliis year an exceptionally fine stock ot AMERICAN BEAUTY
ROSES, in 2% incli pots, ready now to shift into 3 inch. SG.OO per 100;
$50.00 per 1000.
ULRICH BRUNNER ROSES.
Extra strong, from 2'^ incli pots, rooted from hard wooded cuttings. This
stock is gilt-edged, either for growing in the greenhouse tor forcing, or for planting
in the open ground. $4.00 per 100 ; $35.00 per 1000.
NEW BEDDING ROSE MOSELLA.
This grand new Rose will be as popular as Clothildo Soupert. It is always in
bloom, and produces medium sized double flowers ot a creamy white color, shading
to apricot yellow in the center. We have a splendid stock, and have reduced our
price. Strong plants, from 2% inch pots, $5.00 per 100; $40.00 per 1000. Strong
plants, from 4 and 5 inch pots, $3.00 and $4.00 per dozen, according to size.
TWO YEAR OLD ROSES.
From 5 inch pots. Augusta Victoria, Mme. Kruger, Hermosa, Pink
Soupert, Clothilde Soupeil;, Caroline Marinesse, strong plants, for Spring
sales, $20.00 per 100.
Souv. du President Carnot, 5 inch pots, strong, $35.00 per 100.
American Beauty, Mme. Cochet, Maman C. Testout, Belle Siebrecht,
5 inch pots, strong, $25.00 per 100.
WE HAVE A SPLENDID STOCK OF WINTER FORCING ROSES.
Before placing your order, send in your list for prices. Address
ROBERT SCOTT & SON,
19th and Catharine Sts., Phila., Pa.
REINBERG BROS.
Strong, Healthy I^OSES From 2% inch pots.
and LA FRANCE, $3.00 per 100; $26 00 per 1000. No orders for less than inO of oi.e variety
accepled. We are the Isrirest Rose growers in the United States, and can fill all orders with the
very best stock. TESTOUT, $3.00 per 100; $30.00 per lOOD.
ICose Cutting:^, Si*50 per loo; American Beauty, S2.50 per 100.
CARNATIONS-Rooted Cuttings.
IVORY and DELLA FOX $3.00 per 100 ; $35.00 ppr 1000. ROSE QUEEN, $3.60 per 100; $30.00 per 1000.
WM. SCOTT. DAYBREAK. NANCY HANKS, TIDAL WAVE. ALBERT1N1, PORTIA, LIZZIE
GILBERT, CORSAIR. LIZZIE M06OWAN, STORM KING and SILVER SPRAY.
$1.00 per 100; $8.00 per 1000. No orders for less than 100 of anyone variety accepted.
Special Prices on large lota. The above stock is well rooted and free from rust. Send orders to
51 ^WABASH AVE., CHICAGO, ILLS.
1. lacNTION THE FLbRIST'S
THE NEW
ROSE
PRESIDENT CARNOT
FROM 2 1-2 INCH POTS. $15.00 PER 100; $125.00 PER 1000.
HEALTHY YOUNG STOCK.
READY NOW FOR DELIVERY.
Blosella, " Yellow Soupert," 2}^ inch pots.
Pink Soupert, 2}^ inch pots
.$5.00 per 100 ; |40.00 per 1000
. 5.00 per 100 ; 40.00 per 1000
Climbing^ 'Wootton, a very vigorous climber, identical with Wootton
in bloom, perfectly hardy in this latitude f 10.00 per 100 ; $70.00 per 1000
Carmine Pillar, 2]4 inch pots, a fine climber, hardy $10.00 per 100
Cocos 'Weddeliana, 3 inch pots, beautiful plants 20.00 per 100
Areca Lutescens, S'4 inch pots, ready for a shift $15.00 per 100
Also fine stock of larger sizes, prices on application.
Cocos 'Weddeliana Seed, fresh crop, just received $8.00 per 1000
Areca Lutescens Seed, fresh crop 6.00 per 1000
Ivivistona Rotundlfolia, 2 inch pots $10.00 per 100 ; 80.00 per 1000
Asparagus Sprengerii, 2}^ inch pots, good stuff 10.00 per 100
A plant of great value for decorative purposes.
ROBERT CRAIG, -
49th and Market Streets, Philadelphia, Pa.
404
The F=!l-orists* Exch3=cnge.
Souv. du
President Carnot
A superb hybrid tea rose of delicate shell pink color. I'.looiiis
produced abundantly on strong, stiff stems; an Al forcer as well as
bedder and fine pot rose.
No wide-awake florist can afford to be without it. Order
quick and get strong, healthy plants, out of 21/2 inch pots, the
finest in the country. Eeady now.
Price, $3.00 Per Ooz.; $15.00 Per 100; $125.00 Per 1000.
50 at 100 Rates.
500 at 1000 Rates.
$20.00 p![ 100 gut of 3 inch Pols,
ERNST G. ASMUS,WestHoboken,N.J,
I WRITIWQ MENTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHAMSg
METEOR ROSES.
A BARGAIN.
887 3 inch and over 250 2 inch
Fine, lean, strong, healthy stock.
$60.00 takes the lot. Ca?h with order.
T. W. LYDECKER & CO.,
ENGLEWOOD, N. J.
YOUNG
ROSES
loOOeaohof BBIDE and 'MAID,
GEO. A. RACKHAm,
880 Van Dyke Ave, - DETROIT, MICH.
DOnMINT ROSES-Own Roots.
FIELD-GROWN, 2 to t feet H. P'B. and MoBses,
cut back to 2< to 30 Incbes, (50.00 per 1000 ; $>i 00 per
30 to 36 In.', 130.00 per 1000 ; tt.OO per 100. Tied In tens.
I'.i5,000 of the foIlowlnK varieties: John Hop-
per, La Relne. Baron de Bonstettin, Gen'l Jacq.
Hme. Pla
Bait. Belle, Queen of Prairies, Gem of Prairies,
Seven Sisters. Grown by Hetkes-Blioxi Nursery Co..
Biloii. Miss.-, now in cold storaKe, for sale at
Council Bluera.
W. F. HEIKES, Mgr., Council Bluffs, Iowa.
One of the Family.
I consider the Floeibt" Exchange one or th,
Alvin. Tex , Oct. 12, W. ' ' ' JAS. WHITTEN
2c. Roses 2c.
strong healthyplants. 2 1-2 in. pots.
"•■Ide . Bridesmaid
Marie Lambert Mary Waatalneto
Etoille de Lyoa Mine. Elie l.amb<
"•"h^fljoid Franci.caKrune
" "' 1 Hontte . .„_ „
KainboK'
The following Z%c. :
^ ,„ , . MamamCocbet
Mine. Welcbe Emprexi ol Chini
White l.aFran
marie Van Hont
Perle
Mass-H. Martin
MosB-Elizabelhltc
2c. Geraniums 2c.
Fine large plants, ready for 4 in. pots.
La I'avorite Orand Chancellor
Le I'llotle Heaute Pollevine
Peach BioBBom Heternnihe
S. A.Nult MrB.Cha,. Pease
3c. Abutilons 3c.
PANSIES.
transplanted, grown Irom select seed,
5c. per 100; «6.00 per 1000.
Cash with order.
JOHN k DOYLF, Springfield, Oiiio.
'"HEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORI
AMERICAN BEAUTY PLANTS
FREE FROM-'BLACKSPOT.
2)4 in. pots. $8.00 per Hundred ; $70.00 per Thousand.
cnDPIUP UVDDinC SHARMAN CRAWFORD, pink, 2^i in. pots, $5.00 per Hundred.
FOHblNb HlbKIUi. ULRICH BRUNNER,2M in. pots, $5.00 per Hundred.
JOHN BURTON, Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia, Pa.
GSUNNYWOODS GREENHOUSES
S BRIDESMAID p„_,s,„,^ SS
CJ still exists In perfect condition at the O
- --^-— u „ J^
o
exists In perfect condition at the
Qywuods Greenhouses. Have also
tH The Bride, Beauty. Testnut, Carnot,
J^ Meteor. Cusin. Perie and Moruan.
(^ FRANK L. MOORE, Chatham, New Jersey. q
SUNNYWOODS GREENHOUSESG
WHEW WRrriKG MENTION THE nXMlSTS' e«CI«Mgr
iM[|tlClll BEIUTIES.
Dore than I need for
JOSEPH BRADBURY,
LOOK HERE
The foiiowine plants are in Al condition.
ROSES, out of 2 m. pots. Bridesmaid and Bride.
»2 50 per 100; 120 00 per 1000; Meteor and Perle.
%i 00 per 100 ; »25.0O per 1000.
Mixed terns, out of 2>^ In. pots. 1300 per 100.
Marie Louise Violets, rooted runners. 50c
per 100 ; $5 00 per lOOn, Terms Cash or C. O. D.
C. MERKEL & SON, Mentor, Ohio.
Gardeners and Gardening in
Early Chicago.
Paper read he'ore Chicago Bnrticullura) Society
b\t Edgar Sanders.
Speaking horticulturally, forty years ago
is a cry so far in a gardening way in
this city that only those permitted to take
part at that time can appreciate the great
and grand difference between then and now.
In passing, I might say I was early
enough a settler here to have known all
the pioneers in gardening, many of whom
have crossed that bourne whence no trav-
eler is supposed to return.
What I will say will mostly be confined
to the condition of gardens and gardeners
as they existed in this city up to and
prior to the date I first became a humble
member thereof, which was the end of
March, 1857.
Please understand the words "gardeners
and gardens" es defined by Loudon— a
garden as "the cultivation of a limited
spot, tor culinary and ornamental products
for the various purposes of utility, orna-
ment and recreation," and the gardener
on the broad e.xplanation of the word as
"he who attends and cultivates a garden."
and particularly those defined as master
gardeners. And let me say, speaking of
gardeners, by which I mean such as take
charge of gentlemen's private places, I am
sure, limited in numbers as they were at
that date, they were often more in evidence
taking an active part in horticultural so-
cieties and in writing on horticultural mat-
ters half a century ago, here as well as
in other parts of this country, than they
are to-day. They were really then the only
teachers of horticulture, and almost to a
man natives of and had learned their trade
in other countries. Your American-born
citizen had not then thought the cultiva-
tion of posies a calling worthy of his
ambition.
The now conspicuous wealthy and dom-
inant part of the horticultural world is
so changed, that in the words of Charles
Lamb to Ella, paraphrased, one might say
"God bless the florists; how they are
changed" now as compared to the times
of which we are speaking. In this list,
however, those following the calling of
nurseryman were not included, as many
of these gentlemen were natives. Their
business, primarily, was fruit raising, main-
ly apples, and as the demand for higher
decorative gardening increased general
nurseries were established. The men who
operated them being also, with rare excep-
tions, in the Eastern States, the growers
of what flowers were then sold. All the
early flower raisers in this city added
the raising of vegetables, trees and shrubs
to flower growing, or their sales would have
afforded a sorry subsistence.
Digressing for one moment here, Alfred
Austin, the English Poet Laureate says:
"The moment I enter a garden I know
whether it is the owner's garden or the
gardener's garden. Nearly all the large
and costly gardens are gardener's gardens.
I continually see cottage gardens, little
village or secluded plots, cultivated and
made beautiful, by the pathetic expedients
of the poor, which seem to have a charm
that mine cannot rival."
Now, understand, the largest part of the
gardens in old-time Chicago were "owners'
gardens" rather than the "gardener's gar-
dens." You know we live in what is dub-
bed the "garden city," and I verily believe
that that cognomen was much more ap-
propriate at the time the city was so
christened than now, and that, possibly,
because as then viewed it was in a meas-
ure to its citizens a garden spot.
It has been said that between the panic
of 1S37 and the revival of trade after there
being no money, the garden afforded the
economical householder a large part of
the family supplies, etc. Men began to
whitewash their fences, plant tor fruit and
vegetables and for shade, clean up their
yards, plank their walks and lay out their
grounds for culture and beauty. Then the
place became "the Garden City." In the
Country Gentleman of Albany, N. Y., of
1S60, it is related that the Chicago Florists
Club appointed a committee, whose duty
it was to collect facts relating to our city,
and they stumbled upon the version of its
origin thus: Mr. Samuel Brooks, the oldest
greenhouse man here, many years ago
(1S43), built a greenhouse on a block at
Clark and Monroe. A prominent man vis-
ited it, was so struck with the beauties
inside, as compared to anything out West,
that he said this was indeed "The Gar-
den City." However, the origin is no
doubt outlined in the first example here
cited, and the name is not confined to this
city alone, but the good people of the time
took care to retain it for us for all times.
Miss Harriett Martineau, who traveled
in the United States, visited this city in
1836, and in the progress of that trip made
the journey from Niles, Mich., by wagon.
In her work, "Society in America," she
says: "On arrival in Chicago a fancy fair
was going on. Being too much fatigued
to attend, the ladies sent me a bouquet of
Prairie flowers."
In the "United States State Papers" for
ISIS, occurs the following; "A more extend-
ed cultivation will be commenced at Chi-
cago and other ports, of the cultivation of
any public land not otherwise appropriated.
In the vicinity of the garrison posts it
shall be carried on by the troops under
the direction of the several commandants
of the posts, and will embrace the bread
and such other vegetables as part of the
So, you see. Uncle Sam began gardening
early in the city, and the citizens were
making up posies, even if these articles
were of Prairie flowers.
Chicago had a horticultural society as
early as 1846; it gave several exhibitions,
the last published account being in 1849.
and the society was then said to have had
eighty members. The Mechanics' Institute
covered horticultural products in their
shows prior to 1857, when a Cook County
Agricultural and Horticultural Society was
organized. In that year it held a fine fall
fair on the lot bounded by Division, Clark,
Wells and North avenue, which was about
all open prairies at the time — after which
the Florists Club, in 1858, and afterward, a
horticultural society, brought such exhibi-
tions down to the big fire of 1871.
When I came here it was no rare thing
to see orchards in and around this city,
and I remember noticing the remains of a
fine peach orchard out at Dr. Kennicott's
old house, at West Northfleld. He told
me, prior to the terrible winters of 1854-5-
6-7, which killed the trees, root and branch,
they bore bountifully, so much that there
was no sale, and they fed the fruits to the
pigs.
I find that something like a dozen of the
pioneers, including the florists of the time,
had greenhouses. These I will give, be-
ginning on the North Side. The first we
come to. starting over Rush street bridge,
was the old family residence of Justice
Butterfield. then owned by his widow. If
my recollection serves right, it was a cor-
ner lot on Rush and Michigan streets.
There were two smaU greenhouses on the
lot, which was well shrubbed and
tree'd up, and in 1857 a small vin-
ery was added from designs fur-
nished by me. At that time, or very short-
ly after, I am sure, the gardener there was
Mr. Chambers, now a well-to-do resident of
Hyde Park, who for many years carried on
tree planting, sodding and fixing up resi-
dence lots in that suburb.
(.To be continued.)
The F=l-orists* Exchange.
406
QIIESTIOII BOX.
OPEN TO ALL FREE TO ALL
Anawers Solicited from ThoM Who Know.
(93) Manure tor Violets. — W— Cow
manure is always preferable for violett
grown In solid beds.
(94) Moss. — M. E. Lane. — We would
advise you to advertise In our columns.
(95) Glass in Greeuhouse Burning
Plants. — 1 have a greenhouse, which 1 Duilt
eight years ago, and It always lias burned
everything we putin it early in the Spring,
even in February, if the sun comes out
warm. The house Is 50x20 feet, span roof,
half span running southwest and north-
east. I thought It I painted the inside
with transparent varnish, that would
remedy matters. Do you think this paint-
ing would Interfere with the light In the
Winter so as to affect the blooming of the
plants? The varnish is very thin, and I
think It would stick on during the Winter
and break all the lenses. What is your
Idea about it, or could you suggest some
thing better. Robert Linnet.
To remove the bad glass and Improve
the ventilation is the only practical
way out of the difficulty. To cover
with varnish or anything of that na-
ture tends to reduce the value of
the house for growing purposes. It naptha
and white lead is not sufficient shading for
Summer, a more dense one can be made by
slaking quick lime In milk and mixing to
the consistency of thin paint. This can
be applied with a paint-brush, or, it so
wished, by the use of a sponge. By the
last named method, the shading can be
made to look very ornamental, and at the
same time be very effectual.
IVa/den. N. Y.
KOFFMAN, the "Smilax King," reports
his European sales as continuing success-
ful and profitable in every way, the stock
arriving on the other side in fine condition.
During February and March last he has
shipped on an average of 500 strings each
Wednesday and Saturday.uslng the Ameri-
can and Cunard line steamers. With his
improved facilities for growing, he expects
to produce a crop of 60,000 strings of smilax
a year.
Mr. KofEman has recently suffered a
severe family affliction through the death
of his honored father, Adolphus Koffman,
a gentleman who was well known In real
estate circles. Mr. Koffman, Sr., was 77
years old.
Madison, N. J.
The Morris County Horticultural So-
ciety, held its regular monthly meeting,
Wednesday, April 14, President A. Her-
rlngton In the chair. Six new members
were proposed. An exhibition committee
was appointed to work up a Fall show.
C. H. Atkins gave an excellent lecture on
the fertilization and mimicry of orchids,
which he Illustrated by the use of 48 dia-
grams and colored charts, and a large col-
lection of living flowers. The lecturer dls
played a thorough knowledge of his
subject.
This society Is in a very healthy and
flourishing condition.
Oneida. N. Y.
Easter trade promises to be brisk, and
our florists have good stock ready. Car-
nations are scarce. John S. Hay has
leased the Lake Street Greenhouses to J. C.
Grems. Mr. Hay will give more attention
to the seed business, and continue the
Main St. store, handling flowers and plants
for Mr. Grems.
Some of our people have got caught on
illy flowers shipped In from Bermuda ;
they will hardly get fifteen fair flowers
out of a hundred. J. S. H.
CARNATIONS. Ready Now!
lite, Mayor Piiigre**, Mrs. Duliroe, $10.00 pel
na, $12.00 per 100 Delia Fox, Dazzle, $4 oc
100. Daybreak, Wm. Scott, Rose Queen,
1 Meteor, $2.50 per 100. 1000 rates in proportio:
e market affords. Morello, HarrisonV
Flora Hill, Mrh. McBurney, and C, A,
[CO. Jubilee, $6.00 per 100. Ivory, $3.oc
e McGowan, $2.00 per joo. Itridesmaid
CARNATIONS
Anna Webb, Helen Keller, Daybreak,
AlbertJul, CartledKe, Van Leeu-wen,
Oplielia, $i.so per loo; $i2,ou per looo
The price quoted last week was a mistake. For list of other varieties see last week's issue.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
44 varieties, incUid ng- Mrs. Perrln,Win. Simpsoo. Pink Ivory, Liberty, Rieman, and the best
oC tlie ataniiurd varieties at moderate prices. Cash with order.
JOHN HAGKETT J CO., 62d St., near Elmwood Ave., PHILADELPHIA, PA.
FAMOUS CARNATION BELLA FOX!
EVERV KtomSX OUGHT TO
INSURE HIS G1,A88 AGAIKST
HAIL.
For pftTtionlars addreiB
JOHN R. KML,BR,8eo'y. Saddle RiTfir, N.J.
WHEN WBITINff MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANOC
A M1SXAK.E,
to delay your orders for
MINNIE COOK.
Price sliould i)e $3.00 per 100; $25.00 per 1000.
MEADOW VIEW GREENHOUSES,
PARSirPANY. N. Y.
5 QRALLERT & CO. j
I CARNATION growers!
I COLMA, '**^?„*.^^» CAL. •
Carnations, Etc.
HIGH GRADE ROOTED CUTTINGS.
Write for price list.
H. WEBER & SONS,
p. O. Boi 67, OAKLAND. Md.
CARNATION AND COLEUS CUTTINGS.
followii
Gowan. jl.dO per 100. Alaska. Rose Queen. Storm
KiiiH, Peach Blow, Ueleu lieller, Minnie C«'oS, l&fto.
Lizzie Gilbert, Meteor and Daybreak $2.00 per 100.
Delia Vox, Eldorado and Bouton d'Or. »3.00perlOO.
Geraniums, 2 in. pot, $2.00 ptr 100; 3 in. pots,
$100perlQ0.
Oofeust no mealy buR. Veraohaffeltil and Coldeii
Bedder. 75c. per 100. Cash or satisfactory reference.
CEO. Ml. EMMANS, Newton, N.J.
THE n.ORIST8' EXCHANGI
MORELLO
The New Scarlet.
HOPP&LEMKE/"'f.p."-'!..M.e.
Wave, 8. Hpraj-a, l.izzic
, ______^_ McGowan, Portia, »1.60 per
iQO; »12,6U per lUOU.
Thos.Cartledse. Kohlnoor, Roue Queen,
Bride olErlencourt, $2.00 per 100: tl^.OO per 1000
Uinl CTO I'i»''y Campbell, 15.00 per 1000.
I ULt 0 Lnxonne. 13.00 per lOO; »2o.00 per 1000.
Admiral Avellan. »S.lO per 100.
JOSEPH RENARD, Unionville. ''ir Pa.
HEALTHY STOCK
Well rooted KLDOKADO. Ilie most prnlltulile
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Water Lilies.
The water lily is given the botanical name
NymphEea, derived from the Greek word
" nymph " or " naiad," water fairy, allud-
ing to the growing place of this family.
Its geographical dlf-trlbutlon is most gen-
eral In the northern hemisphere and in the
tropics. The water lily has been known
since the earliest time of horticultural his-
tory. The ancient Egyptians considered it
sacred and called it Lotus. It was the
symbol of the Nile, a river by them re-
garded as sacred. "It was also engraved on
the columns of their temples and was used
as an essential part of their religious cere-
monies. Apis, the holy bull of the Egyp-
tians, was adorned with wreaths of lotos
flowers, and the Egyptian goddess, Isis, is
portrayed, holding a lotus flower in her
hand.
From a botanical point of view the lotos,
or, as it has been named in modern time
by Llnnssus, "Nelumbium speciosum,"
the water lily from the Nile, differs from
nymphaaa by its manner of growth and by
the setting of its fruit. Its fruit reminds
one very much of the rose of a watering
pot, whereas the fruits of the nymphaea re-
semble closely the fruits of the species be-
longlQg to the families Kanunculaceae and
Papaveracea.
It Is not my intention to relate the
legends of this family nor do I propose to
cite any scientific botanical examinations
regarding water lilies, for my capacity as
well as my peu is too weak, but Instead of
that I will tell you, from my own experi-
ence, how this charming, magnificently
Julti-
vated,
colored
sweet-scented plant is cul
Its cultivation with us has gone rapidly
forward of late; the methods and the loca-
tions, no matter how different, have shown
good results. We have seen right here in
this hall perfectly shaped flowers am
Gaodell, and from their productions
can see for ourselves that the cultivation
of water lilies is not Impossible in the New
England States.
Suitable Soil.
The most suitable soil for water
plants in general, with the exception of
nelumbiams, is a rich loam and the best
rotted horse or cow manure mixed to-
gether in equal parts, with the addition of
one or one and a half pounds of bone meal
to each wheelbarrow load of soil, and we
must not omit seeing that the mixing is
done thoroughly. Nelumbiums love heavy
loam or heavy, greasy clay, well enriched,
as do all other water plants. They do not
thrive and seldom or never blossom in sand
or in soil strongly mixed with sand.
The planting can be made in natural or
artificial lakes or ponds. Should the soil
in such locations be poor or muddy, we
must bring soil of such nature as has been
previously mentioned, and to the places
where we desire to place the plants it must
be brought liberally. Supposing now that
the bottom of the lake does not contain
sufficient nourishing substances essential
tor the plants ; place them in baskets, tubs
or large boxes and sink these, not more
than three to six inches below the surface
of the water, if your plants are of a tender
nature; or if hardy ones lower them twenty-
four to thirty six Inches.
Where Water Lilies may be Grown.
If a lake or a pond, or a body of
open water is not accessible, the planting
may be done successfully in tanks made of
brickwork and finished with cement, or in
tubs or half barrels, or still better in large
half hogsheads. When tanks or tubs are
used, and after the soil has beeu filled in,
a layer of pure sand to the thickness of
two inches should be put on top, to pre-
vent the fertilizing substances, which have
been mixed with the soil, from rising to the
surface. When using tanks or tubs, it Is
necessary to see that they are exposed or
built in places where they will receive a
large amount of sunshine during the day,
as this is one of the main points in success-
ful cultivation. The tubs may either be
placed on the ground, or they may be sunk
partly or wholly. After the soil has been
filled In and the plants put down, then
comes the most important factor — the
water. Do not put in more than two inches
of this at the most over the plants until
they have made a visible growth, because
deep water is of very little use. The
water in the tubs must now and then be
changed, to keep it from becoming stag-
nant. The best time to plant the hardy
water lilies is from Spring to August, but
the tender ones should not be planted be-
fore the middle of June, and not later than
the let of July.
On the place where I am working we
have a large artificial pond, about one acre
in area. There are numerous springs,
which make the water in the pond rather
cool during the Summer, but in spite of
this difficulty, I have had good sue
with the hardy nympheeas. The flowers
may not have reached the enormous
of those which have been cultivated in
warmer water, but this artificial pond
gives me the advantage of a successful
wintering of my plants, and during the
tour years I have had charge of this place
I have not lost a single nympheea through
frost. However, the hardy species must
be set so deeply at the planting, that thev
are below the frost line— that is, 24 to 36
inches. The tender ones, that must be
taken up in the Fall, I planted last year in
a newly built, shallow pond, and planted
them directly In the ground after suitable
soil had been furnished, and I obtained
better flowers than I expected.
Winter Care.
The Winter care of water lilies :
follows: In the Fall, when the weather
becomes cool, the tender species are taken
up, and I have been in the habit of cutting
off all the older leaves, and enough of the
roots, so as to be able to plant them in
tubs or large pots. These I have later
placed in a tank that is built close to one
of the greenhouses, and connected with the
same by one heating pipe. This tank is
shaped like a common hotbed, and is 30
inches deep, 40 feet long, and 5 feet be-
tween the inside walls, the sashes being 6
feet in length. The walls are made of
stone, with a few layers of brick on top,
and the bottom and sides are covered with
cement. There is also an outlet pipe for
the prevention of stagnant water. In this
tank I can give the water the desired tem-
perature, and the keeping of the plants
during the Winter does not meet with any
difficulties.
After the plants have been planted, to
keep them alive I sow in the muddy soil In
December my water lily seed, and when
early Spring comes I havemy youngplants
raised from the seed, strong and healthy.
In a tank of this description the temper-
ature of the water must never be allowed
to fall below 65 degrees Fahrenheit.
Thus you will flnd that no difficulty is
to be met with in the winteriug of older
specimens, but for you, my fellow-workers,
who have not got this opportunity, I take
the liberty of quoting from an article by
Mr. Tricker, published in Garden and For-
est. No. 295, October 1», 1893: "In the
Fall, the tender varieties call for our Im-
mediate attentioD. Such plants as are
grown in tubs can readily be taken from
the tanks or basins and placed in a green-
house; the largest leaves, that cannot be
placed on the surface of the tub, may be
cut off. The tubs should be set where they
will receive a fair amount of light, and
should be kept filled with water. There
should be no haste in drying off the plants,
since the decreasing light and temperature
will allow the plants to rest naturally.
Such varieties as N. devontensis, N. den-
tata, and others of the lotus type will form
tubers around the old root as the plant
dies off, which should be carefully looked
after and put into pots of sand or moss,
and kept moist and in a moderate temper-
ature. The tubs can be emptied and stored
away. These tubers will keep sound and
good until April, when, if planted, covered
with water and subjected to higher tem-
perature, they will make strong plants to
sis or with the stellata type. These do not
form side tubers, as the lotus varieties do,
and if the plants have grown large and
strong, and have flowered freely during
the past Summer, the greater will be the
risk and difficulty in keeping them over.
Under the same conditions as the lotus va-
rieties, they retain their foliage a much
longer period, provided they have not re-
ceived a chill or violent check; otherwise
they will not. These should be kept in
tubs flUed up with water as long as they
retain live, green foliage. If new leaves
appear, you will doubtless flnd, as the sea-
son advances, that the plants will show
signs of active growth and give assurance
that they will live on and take their places
again another Summer. Plants grown in
large pots or boxes can more readily be
taken and placed in tubs or half barrels of
water, and kept under the same conditions
as above mentioned.
" The hardy varieties, If planted out, will
be best left alone, provided there Is suf-
ficient water above the crowns of the
plants, so that frost cannot reach them.
Where the native nymphseas will grow,
other so-called hardy varieties will sur-
vive under the same conditions. In
shallow tanks, where there is danger of
the masonry being broken by the frost,
this should be covered with branches,
leaves or salt hay after cold weather sets
It. This is preferable to taking the tubs
out and storing In a cool cellar or other
building, for, keep the plants cool as we
may. It is very difficult to hold them back
In the Spring, and by time the tank '
ready to receive them the plants will have
made considerable growth, which Is very
apt to get cut off and give them some
check. This will not happen to plants left
ont ail Winter in the tank. Where the
Winters are not severe, and not more than
12 to 15 inches of ice are formed, it is not
necessary to cover tanks all over it they
are more than twelve feet in diameter.
Branches of trees and salt hay on the rim
are sufficient to save the masonry, which
is all that is necessary. Plants grown in
tubs and not submerged during the Su
mer season, must of necessity be wintered
in cellars or other buildings. A good
ering of sphagnum moss will help to keep
the plants in a uniform condition and re
tard growth in Spring."
I now wish to render a short list of hardy
water lilies: Nymphaea odorata and N. o.
minor, our common water lilies; N. o.
rosea, the pink water lily; N. alba, N. alba
rosea, N. alba candidissima, N. odorata
carolinlensis (light salmon in color), N
odorata sulphurea, N. o. caruea, N. Lay
dekerl rosea, N, pygmsea and N. pygmsea
helvola.
There is another group of hardy w
lilies, namely, the Marliaceas. This group,
through hybridization, tried flrst In th
year 1879 by Monsieur Latour-Marliac, of
Temple-sur Lot, France, has given us
many beautiful flowers, more perfect i
shape and color than those we have had
before. Time will not allow me to t
tion the different crosses, but I will pre-
sent to you a few of these exquisite
nymphs, as, for example: N. chromatella,
yellow, alblda, rosea, Roblnsonii, fulgens,
fiammea, ignea, etc.
Tender Lilies.
Now let us turn our attention to
those gems from the tropics which thriv
well during the summer months in on
New England climate. Among them w<
have the night blooming or the Lotos
type, N. lotus, N. devoniensls, N. dentata,
N. rubra and N. Sturtevantii, and of those
which open their flowers in the daytime,
N. zanzibarensis,N. z. stellata, N. z. rosea,
N. scutifolia, N. gracilis, and N. gigantea,
the blue lily from Australia, one of the
most beautiful and at the same time the
most difficult to cultivate. Various new
varieties have started through these,
among them Mrs. Anna C. Ames and
Eastoniensis.
Knowing how these nymphs or naiads,
daughters of Neptune, desire to live a life
somewhat different from that of the or-
dinary garden favorites, there is no reason
why many people who have a little water
space at their command should not grow
at least the ordinary water plants which
abound in onr streams and ponds.
Short Span to the South Green-
houses.
Having had three years' experience with
this style of greenhouse, it may possibly
beneflt some, it I give my opinion of it, as
we have found itdurtng that time. I might
state here that we have one other rose
house built on the old or threequarter
span style, so we have had the means of
testing both side by side. While the new
style house has some good points, they are
so heavily counterbalanced by its bad
ones, as to make it a comparative failure.
I heard a florist say one day that he did
not consider It mattered a great deal what
style of house was built; that opinion Is
certainly an erroneous one, for there is un-
doubtedly a best, and the best is none too
good in these days of keen competition. It
Is almost (If not quite), Impossible for a
small grower to make a living, unless he
grows better stock, or varieties that the
large grower does not grow, which in roses
is a difficult matter, as only Bride, Brides-
maid and Beauty have any show in this
market. To get this stock he must have
the best house possible ; not that the house
is all that Is requisite, far from it, but It
undoubtedly Is the most important Item
in rose growing.
I have found no objection to this new
style house In Summer ; roses do well In It
till we come to the latter end of Septem-
ber and October, the sun at that time
striking the house about over the ridge
pole. This is the time when the most
damage is done. Roses planted early in
June will then be breaking for the growth
from which one expects to cut buds. This
rowth is a failure. It comes of a green-
)h yellow color, weak and drawn, and
there is not enough sun at this time to
ripen this wood. Kemember, the break
from this wood Is to give you your cut of
flowers tor the holidays. How can one ex-
pect good flowers from such stock f
It would not be so detrimental, possibly,
if November, December, and January did
not follow— three dark months, as a rule,
with very little sun to help matters any.
I believe it is claimed for this style of
house that more sunlight Is obtained along
in December and January than can be had
by the old three-quarter span house. Un-
doubtedly the sun strikes the south span
full on Its face, and, according to theory.
It ought to come in and make things pretty
lively ; but what Is the actual beneflt
gained when It does not raise the tempera-
ture over 70 degrees on average days in
Winter ? Then you have the long cold
north span covered with ice casting a
shadow over the whole house, making the
south span look as If It were a peep hole.
We can put air on by the old style earlier
in the morning and leave on later in the
afternoon than we can by the new style.
I believe this house (owing to long north
span) costs considerably more to heat. In
theory, I believe, the sun should go
through the south span, and thaw off the
north from the inside; but In practice it
does not, for yon can flnd ice both Inside
and out for weeks at a stretch, making
the plants on your north bench, especially
two or three rows nearest the wall, look as
though they were having a hard time.
The stems here will never hold up the
flowers, but it is a fine place to raise a
crop of mildew, red spider, and pests of
that nature. The flowers from these rows
will hardly pay the cost of tobacco extract
to keep them clean.
I thought at flrst that we had not got
the right span, but I flnd wherever I go
the north two or three rows In all the
houses built in this way are useless. It
would be far better not to plant roses
there.
In a place where roses are planted by the
thousand, a tew plants, more or less, lost,
may not cut much figure ; but where one
can only plant by the hundred, these few
plants are quite an item.
It is not till along In February that
plants begin to recover ground lost in the
Fall— all the time Is lost when prices were
good.
I don't wish anyone to understand me as
saying that some good flowers cannot be
obtained in these houses, because that is
quite possible. But the general average
gotten Is below flrst grade stock; the
buds don't have the same "stuffing"
(If I may use such an expression), as the
flowers In the old style ; stems are weaker,
caused, I think, by the wood not ripening
well.
The difference In sun heat obtained in
the two styles can be felt by just walking
through the houses. With us it Is about
10 degrees, consequently we can get a great
deal more air on the old style house than
we can on the new one.
Time goes along till we come to the
mildew season. Roses in this new style
house take It much easier ; In fact, it is a
constant struggle to keep plants clean.
Why this Is so, I can't explain, unless it Is
that the wood is much too soft.
Now this experience may be different to
that of some of my bearers, or to what
they believe. I can only say that In the
old style house, we can get flrst grade
(extra, I might say) roses, whereas In the
new, for three consecutive years, the tore-
going has been the case. If we had found
the plants to do differently one year out of
the three, we should have thought the
trouble could be laid to the growing ; but
as I have stated, for three years we planted
as good young stock of Bride and Brides-
maid as anyone could wish, and the result
has been invariably the same.
I hope you will discuss this paper.
While some will differ, no doubt, I can
only reiterate my firm conviction, that the
short-span-to-the-south house tor rose
growing is a failure.
Twelve Best Dahlias.
bulletin 128, February, 1897, of the
Cornell University Experiment Station
(Horticultural Division), Wilhelm Miller
merates the following twelve kinds as
being in his opinion the best, based on a
year's behavior of the plants:
Mrs. A. Peart, cactus, white; Nymphaea,
cactus, pink; Wm. Agnew, cactus, scarlet
orange; Maid of Kent, cactus, scarlet and
white; Black Prince, cactus, dark red;
Grand Duke Alexis, large flowered. chiefly
white; A. D. LIvoni or Ethel VIck, large
flowered, pink; Rev. C. W. Bolton, large
flowered, variegated, red and yellow; Fern-
Leaved Beauty, large flowered, banded,
red and white; Guiding Star, pompon,
white, imbricated; Vivid, pompon, scarlet-
orange, and Ami BariUet, single, scarlet.
April 17, 1897.
Xhb Plorisxs* Exchange.
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GflBPTIOKS.
Summer Treatment.
Shading will now require some attention.
It is the bright blazing sunshine as much
as the heat that cauees carnations to give
out very early in summer. Indeed, during
this portion of the year the carnation will
gradually adapt itself to the heat, and grow
vigorously, providing three other essentials
in addition to shading are carefully looked
after and maintained. First, shading should
not be left go until the plants are actually
suffering for the want of it; for It is a
difficult matter to make them regain ground
they will have lost when this has been post-
poned too long.
We have already given all our carnation
houses a light shading. The main trouble
with a great many in shading early in the
season lies in putting it on too heavy. A
thick coat of whitewash or any other mater-
ial should not at any time of the year be
put on the glass. We must remember that
outdoora the carnation does it« best during
the cool, refreshing days of autumn, when
the sun has lost much of its power, and
the atmosphere is often hazy, and, generally
speaking, cool, bracing breezes prevail.
These are the conditions we should try to
imitate as far as is possible.
We can temper the rays of the sun by ju-
dicious shading, starting with a very light
coat of whitewash, just enough to make a
preceptible difference to the plants; this,
we put on evenly all over the glass, and
no bad effects follow when used in this
way. As the season advances and the sun's
rays increase in strength, the shading must
be put on heavier gradually until in mid-
summer, when it will have become quite
heavy, allowing no direct rays to come into
the house. From thence on we allow the
action of the weather to gradually remove
it, so that by housing time for the new
crop, which, with us, is about the 20th of
August, the glass is reasonably clear.
I have said that the carnation will adapt
itself quite readily to the increasing heat of
spring and summer when surrounded by
proper conditions. These, I might say, con-
sist of shading, ventilation, watering and
feeding. It is difficult to say which is the
more important, for certain it is that the
fullest success cannot be obtained when
any of these four essentials is neg-
lected, and therefore perfection must nec-
essarily hinge upon them all, and each one
should be attended to as though it were the
main factor in bringing about success. Ven-
tilation must be thorough and complete.
Shading and ventilation are probably the
two most important factors which enable
the carnation to withstand the intense heat
of spring and summer. In ventilation, the
main object is to keep the air moving.
With the air constantly changing, the car-
nation will stand 100 degrees quite as well
as roses.
To successfully grow carnations in warm
localities under glass in summer, bottom
ventilation must be resorted to; without
this, it is impossible to get a thorough
circulation. A house which has only its top
ventilators to depend upon, becomes a
veritable bake oven, and it is little won-
der that carnations will give out early in
summer in such a house.
With bottom ventilation, it la impossible
for the air to stand still, no mater how
warm the day may be. With the sun shin-
ing, the temperature inside the house must
invariably be higher than outdoors, and
since heated air always rises, and the floor
of the house is always the coolest, it is
easy to comprehend the importance of ad-
mitting the air from the bottom, in order
to maintain a continual and complete cir-
culation.
When we take up the carnation from the
field it is strictly an outdoor plant, but
during its sojourn in the greenhouse, we
gradually accustom it to conditions quite
different from those which existed out-
doors; doing our best, however, to pre-
serve the principal features of its outdoor
life. In this way, by the time spring and
summer arrive, the carnation is enabled
to withstand a much greater amount of
heat than it could have done in the fall.
Its ability to adapt itself to a large amount
of heat, relieves us of any undue considera-
tion on that score, and time and labor
spent in securing a thorough circulation
will do more to maintain Its vigor during
mg winter months a good watering will
last several days, sometimes a whole week,
depending upon the state of the weather,
texture of the soil and the position of the
houses. This, however, gradually changes,
until very often daily waterings become
necessary.
To allow the plants to become dry enough
before watering, and to prevent them get-
ting so dry as to suffer, must continue to
be our guide. Many are tempted during hot
weather to dash the water over the tops of
the plants, and often with a great deal of
force. The Injurious effects of this prac-
tice have been dwelt upon before in these
columns, and need hardly be repeated
again.
We have not yet syringed our carna-
tions this spring, and will not until warm,
settled weather commences. In summer
we continue to apply the water directly
to the soil between the rows, just as we
do in winter, or leave it fall from tne
hose down between the plants; after the
plants are watered in this way, we spray
lightly over the top, but never with force.
Feeding, although I mention it last, is by
no means the least important part of the
warm weather treatment of the carnation.
Light and air are the two most important
agents which assist the plant to take up
nourishment from the soil. It is a lack of
these two essentials during winter which
makes over feeding a dangerous proba-
bility where liquid maiiure is used regu-
larly, and then during spring, when other
work is pushing, the feeding Is often
neglected; the grower, in many cases, mis-
taking the incrodsed growth as an indica-
tion that the soil is fertile enough, requir-
ing only the bright spring days to bring it
out. This is an error, to the extent that
the soil does not contain sufficient nourish-
ment to lajst any length of time. It must
be remembered that they have no sub-
soil to draw upon, and the little soil on
the benches or in the beds is easily ex-
hausted, especially when there is an abund-
ance of light and air.
The principal feature in feeding, then, is
to keep it up and not allow the soil to be-
come exhausted, thus giving the plants a
check, from which, on account of their age
and the season of the year, they cannot
fully recover.
By adhering to summer treatment on this
line we are enabled to cut blooms during
summer which are very nearly equal to
winter grown stock. H. WEBER.
American Carnation Society.
Secretary Albert M. Herr baa issued the
following circular, accompanied with a
full list of varieties. The advantages that
will accrue to every carnation grower,
when the list Is In shape, are very ap-
parent, and every assistance should be
rendered to the Society in its effort to
provide what really will be very valuable
information. Go over the list carefully,
and mark the varieties that are being
»rown in your vicinity, as Secretary Herr
directs:
"The report of the Cincinnati meeting
will be ready and mailed you the following
month.
"Our next meeting will be In Chicago,
with a preliminary meeting lu Providence,
R I .during theconvention of the S. A. F.,
to arrange for a premium schedule and
other business that may come up. All
who can should attend that meeting with
suggestions for the success of the Chicago
meeting and the good of the Society.
" Growers of seedlings will please note
that only twelve blooms will be called for
to compete tor the preliminary certiflcatf
In two-year-old seedling class. They will
also note that a fee of tl will be charged
for registering a name.
" In order to get our list of varieties in
some short of shape, will you please give
a portion of your time and look over the
following list, marking those grown in
your vicinity with an X. Among tbe
newer varieties (if there are any known to
you) that were never sent out, or never
will be, please note it after their names;
alio. It there are any that will be sent out
soon, give the date. It is desired to get np
this list in a shape so that varieties now in
commerce, or about to be, will be separate
from the others, and it is only by your
assistance that this can be accomplished.
' If any one wishes to offer special
premiums they can be forwarded to the
Secretary at any time prior to the meeting
at Providence, August, 1897.
"Those members who have not paid
their dues (12) will please remit at once to
the Secretary. New members are needed,
can't you get a tew from your vicinity ?
" Richard Wittkrstaetter,
President.
ALBERT M. Herb, Secretary.
Lancaster, Pa."
THE CARNATION NOVELTIES,
MAYOR PINGREEtNoMORELLO
Other new sorts, also noted introductions, and well-known standards.
Our Pine New lUustratea Catalogue Now Ready. FREE.
DAN'L B. LONG,
Jobbing Florist and Growers' Agent, BUFFALO N. Y.
WHEM WRITIHO WEHnOW TMg WjORISTB" EXCHAWGt
^ NEW YELLOW CARNATION. ^
MAYOR PINQREE
BEST YELLOW TO DATE.
Ready Now. $1.50 per dozen; $10.00 per 100; $75.00 per 1000.
-FOR SALE BY-
JOHN BREITMEyER i SOHS, THE COIIieE GIRDENS,
Miami and Gratiot Aves., DETROIT, IHICH. QUEENS, L. ,
WMEM waiTIHO MEWnOM THE FVOjjBBL
BATH'S CARNATIONS
The following selection of Winter Flowering Carnations contains all the new-
est and most profitable market varieties yet introduced, they are all exceptionally
vigorous, the flowers are large, with perfect calyx, and most profuse bloomers,
yellow, with abright
CANARY BIRD. srr!e7_.
full and well formed. $1.50
per doz.; $11.00 per 100.
DUKE OF YORK. KroTioZ^stKe^r,
color very rich velvety
scarlet-crimson, clove perfumed. The plant is
exceptionally vigorous. Certifloated K. H. &.,
London. $1.25 per doz.; $9.00 per 100.
HENRY GIBBONS, ^'^^'^i
aod very free
stitutiou. $1.'
LEONIDAS.
magniflc
MLLE.THERESE FRANCO. l:rrdl\
very large
full flowers, petals slightlv fringed. This is un-
doubtedly the finest Pink Carnation in culti-
vation. Certifloated H. H. S., London. |1.«5
per doz.; $9.00 per 100.
flowers are the largest of
any in the winter blooming section ; the color
is a full deep yellow. It Is of exceptional vigor
and very free bloomer. Certificated R. H. S.,
London. $2.00 per doz.; $16.00 per 100.
WILLIAM ROBINSON. 1^^"^^^
formed flowers:
plant very vigorous and tree. This is much the
finest Scarlet Carnation yet i
reduced. Certi-
ry f ree.' I ficated K. H. S.. Loudon. December 15, 1896.
1 J2.00 per doz.; $16.00 per 100.
plants from 3H in. pots. Packing free, and freight paid
iriety. bright
large "
growth vigorous and v(
$3.00 per doz.; $15.00 per 100.
The above are all strongly rooted
to New York. Boston, or Philadelphia.
Cash witb Order, or Satisfactory Reference.
My collection of c—-"'ion8 for growing in the open Held is one of the flnest in Europe.
Full catalogue post free on application.
R. H. BATH, "-«r WISBECH, ENG.
THE FLpniST-S EXCHANOt
Harrison's
White.
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COME AND SEE IT.
Prict: $10 00 per 100,
$40.00 per 600, $70.00 per J
JOHN HARRISON,
739 Bergen Ave., Av^.^cireeavni.
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Contents.
American Institdte Show and Meeting. 400
American Pomoloqical Society . . 419
Carnations 407
Changes in Business 399
Cinerarias 402
Correspondence 418
Dahlias, Twelve Best . . . .406
Baster Specimens (Illustrations) . . 401
Experiment Stations 399
as Exhibitors . .418
Fdneral Designs Shown at N. V. F.
Cldb(3) 40O
Gardeners and Gardening in EAitLY"
Chicago 404
Lawn Sprinklers 399
New York Florists' Club . . . .400
Question Box ....... 405
Seed Trade Report 399
Seedlings and Certificates . . .412
Short Span to South Greenhouses . 406
Trade Notes :
Erie, Pa 399
St. Paul, Toronto 400
Madison, N. J., Walden.N.Y. . . 405
New York 408
Baltimore, Boston 409
Chicago, Washington . . .410
Cleveland, Philadelphia . . . .412
Grand Kapids, St. Louis . . . .413
Brooklyn, Buffalo, Syracuse . . .414
Water Lilies 406
Our Plant Illustrations.
Acacia uudulata differs from A. armata
la the matter of color. The foliage is a
lighter green; the flower heads are a little
larger, but of a much paler yellow. The
wood growth is also a little more subtle
and trains better; It is red sliinned; that
of A. armata is nearly white. A. undulata
also seems inclined to grow taller. This is
the first season that any quantity has been
seen in this country. Julius Roehrs has
imported a number of grand specimens,
wbich he does not propose to sell this
season, but will give them a year's growth
ia our climate when he thinks he can get
more flowers on them. They are already
starting freely into growth. A number of
the plants on his place are trained pyram-
idal form; all are more than six feet
high, and, as our illustration shows, some
attain the haight ot ten feet and over.
Making up large tubs of lilies is becom-
ing very popular. To suit this trade Mr.
Roehrs has always put up a number with
from three to five plants in the pot, and
usually obtains excellent results. Our il-
lustration shows a three-bulb specimen.
Experiment Stations as Exhibit-
ors at Flower Shows,
Oj several occasions we have taken
pleasure in calling attention to the good
work that ha^- been, and is being done by
some of our Experiment Stations in the
interest ot the florist and of those who
are now, or are likely to become his
patrons; and in the list of stations named
by us as showing this commendable spirit,
that of Cornell University (Horticultural
Division) was included. Evidences that
this Station is still continuing in the right
direction, are presented in its bulletins 127
and 138 ot February, 1897, just issued ; the
former devoted to the subject of sweet
peas, and the latter to dahlias.
In addition to making a record of the
behavior of the different varieties of these
plants, however, and giving it to the public
in bulletin form, the Station officers, infer-
entlally, have considered tbat seasonable
exhibits of the actual results accomplished
in growing would be at once of really
more value than a cart-load of bulletins.
To that end, during the past year Cor-
nell Station exhibits have been put up at
one or more ot our flower shows ; among
others, at the American Institute Show,
held in New York City during October
last, where a display ot dahlias, in com-
mon with other flowers then shown, was
presented to the public tor observation
and critical examination. This parti-
cular dahlia exhibit was not entered for
competition. It embraced over 200 vari-
eties.
Our reporter, in writing up the show,
spoke ot this Cornell display as follows :
" The only commendable feature in this
stand was the great number ot kinds
staged." Apparently, his criticism was not
to the liking ot the exhibitors, as witness the
following comments on it, in the bulletin
128, mentioned above (pages, 100-1), over
the signature ot our much- respected
friend. Professor L. H. Bailey :
" We had not supposed that such misconcep-
tion of the office of an experiment station
exists amongst the makers of public opinion.
Surely it is no part of the business of a station
to grow plants for mere exhibition. The
growers themselves can do that, and they can
usually do it much better than the experiment
station can. The station's mission is to simply
lay the truth before the people. It can have
no favorites in varieties. If it exhibits at all,
it is bound to show the poor and indifferent
kinds along with the good ones. It is just as
useful to point out defects as it is to point
out merits. In studies of varieties, the ex-
periment station is a realist. In our
dahlia patch, all the varieties were given
good soil and good care, but nothing more ;
and when we showed them at Philadelphia and
New York we took the varieties as they run,
good and poor alike. If the varieties were
not satisfactory, it is easy tn see where the
fault lies; and there is therefore all the more
need for an e-xperiment to show the actual
status ot the business. We have found, as the
result of considerable experimentation in vari-
ous lines of floriculture, that we do not often
get the best stock which the dealers have. We
often receii
willing that
such plants, we have no reason to object. It i« of
course, perfectly natural and proper that the
originator of new varieties, or the exhibition
For the Busy Man.
Cleary & Co., New York, will hold an auction
sale ot orchids on Thursday, April 22.
Joseph Suplee, with G. M. Stumpp, of New
York, won the Plumb Cup for floral funeral
design to be adopted by the New York Florists'
Club.
Everybody is prepared for a good Easter
business; there will evidently be a plentiful
supply of nil kinds of stock, excepti g carna-
KeportB regarding the European bulb crops
are very favorable. A grand display ot late
border tulips, which are becoming very
popular, will be made at the Hamburg Inter-
national Exposition by PolmanMooy.
gron
fort
in the quality of plants, even ir such were Its
legitimate ambition.
"We made our dahlia exhibitions upon the
express understanding that the flowers were
not entered for competition, and they were
designed— as we supposed every one would
know— as an illustrative and educational dis-
play of the kinds in the market, of the range in
forms and colors and other features which the
Bowers possess, and of what the grower may
expect of the plant; and we desired to collect
information for our own use. The officers of
the Institute evidently caught the spirit of the
exhibition, for, unknown to us, they awarded
the Experiment Station a bronze medal and a
diploma for "a display of 212 varieties of typi-
cal dahlias."
"All these remarks are made, not as a defense,
but simply to illustrate by a concrete example
what an experimentstationisfor. Its purpose
is to make records. It would clearly exceed its
province if it were to grow plants primarily
for "exhibltionquality," and the florists would
no doubt be amongst the first to object to such
competition."
In extenuation of (to the Professor) our
" misconception of the office ot an experi-
ment station," we would state that as some
ot them are now conducted It is possible
tor anyone to misconceive their real object;
so our sin Is a pardonable one. But. we
pride ourselves that we do have a right
conception of a floral exhibition, which,
evidently, some experiment station officers
have not, if their actions count for any-
thing.
We have always looked upon these insti-
tutions (flower shows) as being educational
in the direction ot demonstrating the per-
fection that has been attained in our in-
dustry, by an exhibition of what is best in
it; that a flower show is no place to exhibit
rubbish which any one can see dally around
at that time. And as there was no
speciflc information attached to the Cor-
nell exhibit, intimating that it was
an "illustrative and educational [?]
display ot the kinds in the market," etc ,
we treated It as we did other exhibits Id
the hall. Our remarks, too, were born of
the opinion then formed. There was, as
far as we saw, no individual merit in the
Cornell display ; its numerical immensity
being the only feature about it that we
could record.
We have no doubt ot the honesty of pur-
pose of the station officers in displaying
the varieties — good, bad and indifferent —
or that the flowers shown exhibited the
utmost cultural ability of their growers;
but the display, taken as a whole, was cer-
tainly no credit to the station officers or to
the show ; and in the opinion of experts it
did more harm than good, in fact, the
management was advised to have It re-
moved It detracted from the impression
the exhibition in toto created, besides
frustrating the object for which flower
shows are held, by acting as a deterrent to
those who might be induced to take up
dahlia growing. Inasmuch as they would
not venture into the work, lest their labor
might turn out miserable specimens
similar to those the Cornell people suc-
ceeded In raising. In this way it was cal-
culated to dull enthusiasm ; and by ** not
seeing everything at its best " the joy of
the exhibition was not reaped by visitors.
The public and our reporter would have
fully understood the object of the Cornell
dahlia exhibit, as that object Is now stated
by Professor Bailey in bulletin 128, had It
been made known to them by placard or
otherwise ; but lacking such intelligence,
the exhibit was looked upon by those who
saw it, simply as a display of the skill ot
the Cornell growers, which it undoubtedly
was.
In favorable contrast to the Cornell
station's "illustrative and educational
display " was the exhibit of apples, staged
in the best exhibition style, correctly
named and labeled, sent by its sister station
at Geneva, N. Y. Such handsome speci-
mens ot this fruit are rarely, if ever, seen.
They were indeed educational in more
ways than one ; they showed that at least
some of our experiment station officers are
skilled cultivators, and that by combining
science with practice intelligently, such
flrst-class results as they obtained could
reasonably be expected by others. This
exhibit received the highest honors and
encomiums.
But hark I here is where the whole onus
rests— not on the cultivators at Cornell,
but on the dealers supplying the experi
ment station. Professor Bailey says :
" We do not often get the best stock which
the dealers have. We often receive the
taa-ends. If the dealers are willing that
the varieties should be judged by such
plants, we have no reason to object."
Certainly not; but how unjust ot the
dealers to treat the Cornell station officers
thus, and subject these officers to our dis-
tasteful criticism through such treatment.
But why did not the Cornell cultivators
accompany their exhibits, wherever staged ,
with some such explanation as this:
" These flowers are not grown from the
best stock dealers have, but from tag-ends
such as they supply to the experiment
stations." Then, indeed, would the dis-
play in question have been " illustrative
and educational," instead of mediocre and
misleading.
And, dealers, take ye heed 1 In future send
only your best of everything to Cornell
experiment station, tor the products of
what you do send are to be shown by that
station as "Illustrative and educational,"
and may do you either great harm or great
good as the case may be.
We are glad of the Information the Pro-
fessor has volunteered relative to the pur-
pose of the experiment station, viz.- "to
mike records." Now we know; and our
advice would be tor the station to stick to
its purpose, and keep away from the exhi-
bition business— unless it can produce and
exhibit something creditable. Itwasevi
dent, however, that thlsexperimentstation
has to learn the art ot exhibiting as well
as growing. But as object lessons are
their forte, why should not the stations
supply such a lesson in exhibiting ? That
part also concerns the trading community
and affects the public good. Exhibiting
being a great factor in the business, the
art needs to be understood, for it is an art.
Or, if the station still be desirous to
educate the public on matters with which
that august body is already familiar- that
it is possible to raise trash from " tag-
ends "of stock— let the station's purpose
be so specified when It makes such exhi-
bits.
We take Issue with the closing sentence
of the Professor's so-called "concrete ex
ample " illustrative of a station's work-
The florists ot America will never object
to anything that will bring either business
to themselves or credit to their profession,
and plants grown of " exhibition quality,"
when seen, always will conduce to these
consummations, in a greater or lesser
degree.
Then again, the station falls short in its
educational work as showing the full pos-
sibilities of the Sower, if it (the station)
presents not some blooms of " exhibition
quality."
We hope if the Cornell officers do
keep on exhibiting, that they also will
put up something that requires no expla-
nation in any future bulletin— something
regarding which they can make a record
therein with credit, as having been added
to their achievements worthy of note.
The "unknown" bronze medal and
diploma awarded by the American Insti-
tute to the Cornell station for "a display
of 212 varieties of typical dahlias," means
just what it says. Anyone having the
money to buy the tubers and the space in
which to grow them, could have gone
and done likewise— made an exhibit of the
flowers and received a similar award.
But, be it noted, there is no mention
made by Professor Bailey that the compli-
mentary honors referred to were bestowed
upon the Cornell exhibit because of its
" illustrative and educational " merits.
New York.
The sale of cut bloom up to Friday
morning was somewhat of a haphazard
nature. Buyers have been too busy with
plants and other matters to attend much
to the cut-flower trade. Consequently,
they have been shy in either buying for
Immediate trade or to place orders ahead
for Saturday. On the other hand, growers
have evidently been keeping back more
than usual. Since Monday a gradual in-
crease in prices has been attempted, and
was fairly well sustained. Beauty, which
at that time was only worth t3 per dozen,
had by Thursday night reached 16 per
dozen. No. I Bride and Bridesmaid
climbed up to $6 per 100, and specials to
110, and it is expected that during Friday
and Saturday these figures will stiffen
considerably.
Violets are numerous, but it Is antici-
pated that the sales of this stock on Satur-
day will be enormous and that 7So., and
even $1 per 100, will be possible figures.
Carnation shipments have been so light
and irregular that we are unable to quote
the prices obtainable up to Thursday
night. However, the supply evidently is
going to be very light for Saturday and
prices will be stiff; forward quotations for
that day, for extra stock, are ti and $5 per
100, and there is not the least doubt that
these figures will be obtained for such
stock. Lower grades will sell proportion-
ately well.
Valley is doing a little better and there
is a probable chance that on Saturday it
will reach $2.50 and $3 per 100; higher or
lower figures will depend upon supply,
which at the present moment Is uncertain.
Lilies are likely to hold up well and clear
out. Narcissi of different kinds are sell-
ing freely and probably will continue to
do so. Tulips are dragging and will likely
remain In that condition.
Esster Predictions.
Carnations will be the only stock
on which any shortage will be felt. Roses
of all kinds, incluling hybrids, are plenti-
ful. The same with bulbou^ stock ot
every sort. The chances are that every-
thing will sell Saturday and Sunday at a
price which may be low. The plant trade
will almost of a certainty bring that con-
dition about on late sales.
Plant Trad«.
Never before was there such a
gorgeous array of these in this city, or the
demand so good. At midnight Thursday,
many large retailers who had stocked
heavily, found that their orders had ex-
ceeded those of any previous season, and
that according to the orders on hand their
stock was getting low. Telegrams and
telephone messages from several plant
growers a few hours previous had brought
the information "all sold out." For the
plant trade this is going to be the banner
Easter.
Betsll Trade.
All retailers are In a very amiable
mood : business is coming their way In an
unexpected manner. The plant display
made by each one Is larger than ever
before, and more extra stores have been
engaged for the accommodation of plants
than was ever heretofore known at this
season. In tact, annex stores are the
fashion. Displays are not confined to
Broadway and Fifth avenue, but all over
the city this condition prevails.
Xhe Plorists* Exchange.
409
Ai Orchid Sale.
Cleary & Co., 60 Vesey street, will
have a sale ot orchids and other plants
from Sander & Co., England, on Thursday
next, April 33 Among the stock, which
Mr. I) Immock says Is in excel lent condition,
will be a new Cape plant — Watsonia
Ardernel— which is said to be useful for
either indoor or outdoor purposes.
Scollsi'i Nen Shon Room.
J. A. ScoUay, TiTC Myrtle ave. Brooklyn,
has opened a New York show room at 231
Water St., tn connection with the Ploward
Furnace Company, where those interested
may conveniently examine the line of hot
water and steam boilers made by the
house. The display consists of five sizes
of the Scollay hot water boiler, painted
white on the inside and a rich brown on
the outside, with the letterine; in ttuilt. A
space is reserved for an loviaclble boiler,
which is being prepared for exhibition.
This boiler is of the vertical sectional type,
with the addition of a special form of
drop tube to increase the fire surface, and
has shown a high efficiency during a Win-
ter's test. This Hue of boilers has been
used largely for greenhouse heating, as
well as for residences and public build-
ings. An Invitation Is extended to call
and inspect them.
The Nens.
Julius Roehrs, Carlton Hill, has
accepted the call made upon him and will
officiate as one of the judges at the Ham-
burg International Exhibition this Sum-
mer.
Cornelius Van Brunt gave an illus-
trated lecture upon orchids and other
plants before the Camera Club on Thurs-
day night, at 111 West Thirty-eighth st.
There was a large attendance, and the
lecture was greatly appreciated. The or-
chid pictures were supplied by Pitcher &
Manda and Siebrecht & Son; other flowers
by J. Lewis Childs, Floral Park ; water
lilies and water gardens by S. C. Nash,
Clifton, N.J.
H. A. SOHL, 147 East Forty-second St.,
New York, has recently begun to cater to
the florists' trade. His stock consists of
an assortment of waxed and tissue papers,
toothpicks, paper bags, twines, etc.
Daillkdodze Bros, have secured a per-
mit tor the erection of a greenhoase.
200x20 feet. Lord & Burnham will build
it.
Boston.
Preparing: for Easter.
Boston florists were probably never
better prepared to meet the demands of a
discriminating public on the eveof a great
floral holiday than they are at the present
writing— Wednesday evening, before the
anticipated Easter harvest. It now rests
with the purchasers and the weather
clerk, and under favorable conditions, it la
probable that another record breaking
business will be carried on between now
and Sunday noon. Extra exertions have
been made by the wholesalers and retailers
to furnish plants of fine quality, and the
sources of Massachusetts havlne been ex-
hausted, Connecticut, New York and
other points have been drawn upon, until
the grandest lot of plants ever offered for
sale here has now been gathered together
in the flower stores of Boston.
The superiority of the general run of
stock right through is noticeable to the
most casual observer, and in many in-
stances plants are fully up to the standard
which we consider creditable to an exhibi
tion. Prices on these extra fine speci-
mens are, of course, high, but it Is char-
acteristic of the Boston purchasers of
plants that they are willing to pay the full
worth of a good plant, and there is no
question as to their ability to recognize a
good thing when they see It.
LUIes are everywhere, but it is probable
that the supply will be well used up by
Saturday night. The sales have been
mostly between 12 and 15 cents, though
there was an attempt today to stiffen tde
price to I65 cents. Azaleas are very fine,
but owing to the lateness of the season,
not over-abuudant. Hydrangeas are in
good supply, and of good to extra quality.
Pans and pots of bulb stock are plentiful
and good, with the exception of valley,
which may be termed extra fine and a
credit to Tom Butterworth, who furnishes
a large part of It.
Hybrid roses have been better on previ-
ous occasions, but Lawrence Cotter's
Crimson Ramblera are in prime condition
and form a striking feature In most ot the
collections. Cinerarias are unusually fine
specimens, and calceolarias are generally
fair.
among which were noted as especially
good the azaleas, deutzlas, spiraeas, rhodo
dendrous. Azalea mollis and calceolarias.
William E. Doyle, in both his Tremont
St. and Back Bay btores, has a superior lot
of plants, including some remarkably fine
azaleas, lilies and hydrangeas, and some
of the best rosea that I ever saw.
Houghton & Clark have made a special
endeavor this year, and, tn addition to
their store, have leased an entire building
two or three doors distant, at No. 431
Boylston St., where the first, second and
third floors are filled with a choice lot of
goods, all of flue quality and much of it
superior; especially is this true ot their
cinerarias, cyclamen, hydrangeas, spiraeas
and Marguerites.
James Dalay & Sons have leased the re-
cently vacated Pope Manufacturing Com-
pany's store, next door to their own, and,
with nearly a hundred feet frontage and
two Immense show windows adjoining, are
enabled to make one of the most extensive
shows ever seen in Boston. They offer an'
unusually fine lot of goods, which Includes
nearly every pot plant that is In bloom
at this season. In addition to all the regu-
lar lines they offer a variety of hard-
wooded stove plants, Including a variety
of ericas, metroslderos and others, also
a fine selection of palms.
The downtown florists are also up to
date with fine offerings. Galvin Brothers
are well supplied with a choice collection
of standard lines and offer as a novelty
some fine specimens of acacia in full bloom.
Grimmer, Twombly, Newman, Gormley,
Zinn and all the other representatives of
the business have done their best, and it is
devoutly to be hoped that their most san-
guine anticipations may be realized.
The cut flower trade has not started
In yet, but is now looked on as promising.
Prices will be about the same, judging
from present appearances, as In previous
years, with the exception of carnations,
which will be high. Good carnations of
any kind or color will doubtless find a
ready market at four cents and fancies at
eight, with various grades between.
JottlnffH.
A trade list of Dutch plants, for sale by
the firm Van Pruissen Kersbergen, of Bos
koop, Holland, has just been issued by
their American representative, Louis Van
Koert, No. 295 Dorchester street. South
William Kennedy, manager ot the Co
operative Market, has been on the sick llsl
for several days, but is now about again
prepared to meet the heavy rush of the
next few days.
N. F. McCarthy & Co. are prepared tor
a large business, having filled their auction
room full to overfiowing, with a fine lot of
lilies from Pierson, of Cromwell, Conn.
The wholesalers all report bright pros-
pects, with orders coming in now very
satisfactorily.
N. F. McCarthy & Co. will commence
their Spring auctions on Tuesday next,
their first offering consisting ot hardy
roses, clematis, Japanese maples, hydran-
geas, and a variety of other shrubs and
flftv thouaand bulbs.
W. H Elliott, as assignee of Bowditch
& Co., reports the sale of the Bowditch
estate in Somervllle, which will lead to a
final settlement of that concern's affairs
within the next month.
Welch Buothers, at the City Hall
Flower Market, are having their lilies,
hydrangeas, and other pot plants brought
their room.
A long list of visitors from distant
points of Nbw England have visited the
city this week, making purchases ot Easter
stock.
W. H. Elliott is busy at Brighton
ahlppfng asparagus, some conaignments
going as tar as Texas. W. K,
Baltimore.
Good Easter Expected.
The stores are full of blooming
stock; everyone is anticipating a good
Eister trade. Very little has been bought
from outside growers, the majority of th
stock having been grown about town.
Bulbous material is In abundance ; car
nations and roses were scarce the tore part
of the week, bv reason of the growers'
weakness— storing stock.
Neni of the Week.
The Club had a very good meeting
at Its last gathering.
James Pkntlakd will begin this Spring,
to dispose of his place and contents.
At theauntlon sale ot the Boskoop Nur-
sery Co , Holland, h^ld here last week,
only fair prices were obtained. It is a
strange thing to see people go wild at
these auctions, buying large quantities of
stock, unfit for their purposes.
Pot roses for Easter this year aell fairly
well. Edwin A. Sbidewitz.
Haverhill. Mass.
C. H. Kaulbach reports a busy time.
Funeral work kept all hands running sev-
eral days; moat acceptable just now. G
eo.
Hill finds a good demand for bulbous stock.
W. W
Index to Advertisers.
Abutllun.
Hughes Geo J
420
DoyleJA
404
May JnoN .
403
Altrrnanlliera
NanzCG
411
Baldwin A J
420
Smith ChasE
411
Smith K & Sod
413
MoBride A
420
Wood Bros
Smith ChasE
411
Cloud EJ°. '."'.....
406
Alyssnm
Emmans Geo M....
406
Search Wm H
411
Herr D K
4U
McBride A
Craig R
403
Search W H
ElljoltWmH
417
SmlthCE
411
Aatera
Hughes Geo J
420
Hughes Geo'"".'....
420
Morris Floral Co...
417
Cut K'lower.
Schmidt J 0 iCo..
410
Allen JK
Auctloneeia
McCarthy N F & Co
AUenWS
417
Bader.Jno
Baker W J
416
A..,. ion Sale,
Bock Wm A
417
Cleary & Co
Dale H
406
Pentlaod Jas
411
Dumont&Co
416
Begonlaa
Baldwin AJ...
EUl.onWm
417
420
FItzg-ldiHammond
Fleokenstein Ohas G
416
Davis ABS Son...
Mead Geo A liu
Storra li Harrison Co *C2
Ford Bros
Qnnther WH
Hart Michael A. . . .
416
BouiflorXrilde.
Hoffmann HA
416
National Florist...
416
HoranEO
416
398
HuntEH
417
Hooka, etc.
DeLaMarePtg&PCo
IllinoisCutFlowerCo
117
Kasllng WmP. ,.
Kennloott Bros Co
tie
BuIb.andRoota
Ku.hn CA
417
39s
Lang Julius
416
Ber^g^rHHiCo!.'.'
BetsoherBros
J98
Lynch WE
416
4Z0
McCarthy* Co
417
Black Chaa
402
McKellar ChasW..
416
Cliioas & Boddlngtoi
Davis A B * Son
MiUangF
Mullen Geo
Elliott Wm t Sons
National Plant Co.
417
398
N Y Out Flower Oc
416
Germain Fruit Co , .
Pennock Samuel S
416
McAllister F E Co
398
391
Purdy* Blauvelt..
ReldEdw
Reinberg BrOB.
416
416
416
MllIsFB
S98
Rogers Park Fl Co..
-IIG
Ouwerkerk P
Pitchers Manda. .
414
RolkerA* F
Sheridan W F
416
Pierson F B Co
Sutherland Q A ...
Rolker Aug* Sons,
ichmilz F W 0....
420
398
Traendly * Schenck
Welch Bros
417
Shepherd Mrs TB.. 398
Storrs b. Harrison Co 402
Wors 0. W
416
Teas E T
398
Cyclamen
Van Houtte Louis..
414
HIUEG&Co
Lehiiig & Winnefeld
tl3
Buniiiesa Caran
SeidewilzE A
HillEGiCo
416
Dahlias.
Cacti
Cottage Gardens . . .
411
Shepherd Mrs T B.
398
PeacockWP
VickiHiUCo
411
Coles Ww"".".'..
Daisy.
Conard, A F
BeckertTF
413
Oonnell Benj
398
HillEQ&Co
413
Cottage Qardene. . . .
Decorative Goo.is.
Elizabeth Nurs Co.
Evergreens, C
NauzCG
Ferns. Bte.
Seawanhaka Ohs..
Bayersdorfer H ft Cc
Siorrs 4 Harrison Co 402
Elliott WmH
417
Vaughan's Seed Store 112
Germain Fruit Co..
398
Carnatlona
BathBH
4.7
Sclirader Gus....
415
417
Beckert T F
413
Decorative Pla
Bool Floral Co
Bader.Jno
414
Breitii.eyer J & Son 407
Baker Ohas F.. ...
OloudEJ
Becker, Fred C...
ConnellBenj
398
CornlngE.
Cottage Gardens 40
-111
Craig. Robt
DaleH
406
Foster LH
Davis AB* Son...
H.sser WJ
41J
DeWittPM
415
Joosten CH
420
Dorner F & Sons Co
4 6
MeadGeoA
420
EiseleO
420
MerkeliSon
4112
EmmansQeo M...
406
Roehrs Julius
Fryer E
42.P
Scott Jno
414
Qrallert i Co. . .
406
Van Houtte Louis..
Hackett JohniOo.
WitlboIdGeo
414
Easier Plant
Hwrlson John.'.!'.;
AschmannG
Herr AM
Bader Jno
Hopptl^emke....
406
4..6
Exi'iiange.
Engle WJ
JahVBros.. ■.■.■.■.■■.■.:
413
Logan av Greenh'
406
411
Long Daniel B
4'.7
Cerllllzer
MaderPaul
411
American Jadoo Co
May JnoN
403
Peters John J Oo ...
MeadGeoA
420
Vaughan's Seed Store 4Ia
Meadow View Oreer
Flower Pol.. .
IC.
Mo?rirFio'r'.6o'.;:
417
HewsAH40o
416
MyersiSamtman.
NiemeyerHA
BelnbergBros. ...
Renard Jos
Sieberl OT
406
405
405
McOar't"yN.°F.*Oo
417
Rolkor 4 Sons Aug. ;i5
Svraonso Pottery Oo 415
Taylor E J
Fruit Plant
Bailer FA
402
Wood Bros.. ?!'.°.V.;
413
Black Chae
402
Cliryei8
BaUerF A 402
BoulonFd 402
Oonnell BenJ 398
Danu * Son 420
Doyle John A 4' 4
Elselo O 420
Elizabeth Nurs. Co.. 402
Engle W J 413
Ouwerkerk P 414
Seawanhaka Greenh 411
Storrs ft Harrison Co 402
Vick ft Hill Co 4U
VloUt.1
Anchorage Rose Co. 410
Batson S 410
Beckert T F 413
Benedict OH 420
Boulon Fd 410
Cloud E J 406
Oonnell Bonj 998
DeWittPM 405
Fryer E 4'20
Greene 4 Underhill. 410
Herr AM 406
Lamport J J 410
Merkel 4 Son 404
Nienieyer HA 406
Norton TH 413
Renard Joa 406
SaltfordOeo 410
Search Wm H 411
SuplotF 410
SuttonEBJr 410
Weld OE 410
tVanta 412
410
The F=lorists' Exchmnge.
Washington.
Easter Outlook.
All kinds of material will be
plentiful for the harvest by the end of the
week. Never before have Buch large quan-
tities of plants been grown for Enster.
This condition of affairs, it Is feared, will
send prices away down. Flowers, too, are
very plentiful, and the greenhouse sup-
ply will be supplemented by magnolias,
spirseas, pyrus, and lots of other things
from the open ground.
The sale of violets for the last few weeks
has been almost wholly conflned to the
sidewalks. So plentiful has been the sup
ply, that large bunches were offered for
10c. each.
Irises and Paeonles for Easter.
J. L. Loose has forced quite a num-
ber of irises and shrubby i aeonies this
Spring. The irises are principally Susi-
anus, and the tall-growing varieties of
germanica and plieata. These, when
gently brought forward in the green-
house, make large, perfectly formed leaves,
which give the plants a more handsome ap-
pearance than they have in the open bor-
der, and even though there is only one
stock of Bowers to a plant in a 7 inch pot,
they take well on account of the foliage.
Some of the shrubby pteanies, varieties of
P. Moutan, are very striking in color.
They are one and two year-old plants, im-
ported from France. They are put into a
light, cool house in the beginning of the
year, and only enough heat given to pre-
vent them from being chilkd.
A Bnib House.
The bulb house built last Fall by
the Gbdk Brothers has turned out to be
a great success. This is the only one in
this locality, and probably the only one so
far south. All the bulbs (this firm doesan
immense business in this line) were
housed by the 15th of October. The low-
est point reached by the thermometer was
three degrees above freezing point, when
the mercury in the open was near the zero
mark. The most satisfactory feature in
connection with the work is in the quality
of the flowers. Hitherto A. Guds has been
puzzled by some tulip, hyacinth or narcis
sus behaving in some peculiar way. This
year they are all right, each lot producing
uniformly perfect flowers.
Easter Displays.
J. H. Small &, Sons have their
Easter opening this week. They have
gone to considerable expense in having the
walls and celling draped with white mulle
and sprayed with asparagus and smilax.
The floor space is filled with groups of the
usual Easter plants; among them there is
a wonderfully well-flowered plant of Bou-
gainvillea glabra var. Sanderiana; it is in
a ten-inch pot with over two hundred
sprays of bloom on it.
GtTDE & Bro. have their large windows
devoted to a scene which is emblematic of
Spring. There are no flowers in the win-
dow, but there is such a wealth of Adian-
tum Farleyense that one would think
they grew in the woods near-by. There
are huge Easter eggs broken in half, out
of which are emerging various bipeds and
quadrupeds— from a dusky pickaninny to
the little lamb which Mary had. lathe
store are some home-grown hjdrangeas,
which are perfect specimens, some of them
four feet through.
J. R. Frbbman has his large store flUed
with well-grown plants, enough to have
supplied the wants of the entire city at
Easter time flf teen years ago.
G. W. Oliver.
Chicago.
Trade Notes.
Before this reaches our readers the
tale of the Easter trade for 1897 will have
been told. There can now be no question
that in this city there will be no glut, and
if there be anything like a fair demand the
stock win sell for fair prices. The begin-
ning of the past week flowers seemed
rather too plentiful, and prices were de-
cidedly drooping, but toward the end came
a change, and Saturday everything worthy
of the name of a flower was cleared. The
new Mayor and Council take their seats
on Thursday, and as the Democrats com-
pletely routed the Republicans, they are
of just the kind to spread themselves in
floral work of every conceivable style.
This will surely make an Inroad In what
would otherwise form Easter stock.
Some believe holding back is being
practiced; we hardly think so, as carna-
tions are provokingly off crop, and com-
mon grades brought $2 on Saturday, which
is as high as the wholesale lists had agreed
upon for Easter. Roses are in fair crop
and the weather favorable for their open-
ing ; and as we stated last week prices for
fancy range from $8 down to tlforordinary
stock. Good lilies will bring $10 to $12 ;
Beauty *c per dozen for long stem, down
to $1 for shorts.
It will not be a good week for depart-
ment stores or fakirs— prices will be too
high.
There is nothing out of the ordinary in
the way of plants for Easter for this mar-
ket so far, no grower ai tempting the
newer class of plants. Azaleas, of course,
will be around, but we know of no rhodo-
dendrons of moment. A few cytisus, no
hydrangeas in flower, bulbous plants in
pots and pans, will he in evidence Not
an erica, epacrls, or any other of the hard-
wooded plants are grown. There will be
very good lilies in pots, which are. in this
market, the principal Easter flower. Cine
rarias will be in sufficient supply for the
demand. Sweet peas seem backward, and
even pansies are not so plentiful as in
other years.
Florists' Clab.
At the last club meeting, George
Stollery read a paper on short span to the
south. When the idea first started, the
Stollery Brothers were just beginning to
build, and so built several houses in this
style. They have given it a fair trial, and
claim it is a failure. There being no
growers present at the meeting, the ques
tion was not discussed. W. W. Coles, of
Kokomo, Ind.,had a vase of nine Kaiserin,
with four-foot stems, of great thickness,
with very large flowers. No Kaiserin like
them had ever been seen in this market.
Horticnitural Society Heetini;.
The stated quarterly meeting of the
Chicago Horticultural Society was held
April 10. Two new members were elected.
An amendment to the by-laws was passed
requiring the treasurer to give bonds.
Your scribe entertained the Society on
"Gardeners and Gardening In Early Chi
[A report of ths paper will appear in a
future l.««ue.— Ed 1
W. G Bertermann, of Indianapolis, was
present at the meeting.
Kens Notes.
George Reinbero is building one
house 250»2.5, and two others, same width,
of 100 feet in length. These are so ar-
ranged that, in rebuilding old houses, the
range will be uniform— 250x25.
Charlfs W. McKellar has removed to
45, 47. 49 Wabash avenue and the ILLINOIS
Cut Flower Co to 51 Wabash avenue.
ANDREW Nelson, of F. R. Pierson,
Tarrytown, N. Y., was in the city the past
week. Edgar Sanders.
Paterson, HI. J.
Otto Bdsseck has been appointed suc-
cessor to the late Henry McCrowe, as
" perintendent of East Side Park.
Exhibitions.
The preliminary premium list of the
Third Annual Chrysanthemum Show and
Floral Festival, to be given by the Cleve-
land Florists' Club, has been Issued. The
date of the exhibition Is Nov* m her 16-19,
inclusive. G. A. Tilton, 85-87 Woodland
avenue, is secretary.
T^\
50,000 MARIE LOUISE TIOLETS.
Rooted runners, healthy and clean. 50c. pei
100 by mail; $3.50 per lOOU e.\pr( ss.
J. J. LAMPERT, North King Street, Xenia, O.
f>.^:Kr@i£3s
Pansies Worth Raising. .
I per 10(0 up. Full
ard of express here.
C. Soltau & Co. ''l?J„T Jersey City. N. J,
In Bloom
Thf^Finest Pansies in tlie World,
KOEMER'S GIANT PRIZE PANSIES, ii
plants from cold f ramn, at
$2.00 per 100, or
SIS.OO per 1000 by express.
I^" Cash with order.
UIV C VDliiC SaO DAVENPORT AVE.,
HIAA. t. KKAUS, NEW HAVEN, Com
THK JENNINGS STRAIN ot
Finest American Grown Pansies
are up to date and sure to please. Flue stocky
large flowering in great variety of colors.
By express $3.00 per 100 ; $15.00 per 1000.
Seed, $1.00 a package.
Cash with order.
OROWER OF THE FINEST PANSIES.
is strain is unsurpassed for size, color and
Din!;. Larjte clumps in bloom, $1.00 per
$8.00 per lOOO. Good stocky plants would
B next month. By mail, 50 cts. per 1(J0 ;
$3.50 per 1000, by e.\ press.
ASTER PLANTS, Semple's Brancbing,
Queen of the Market. By mall, 75 cte. per 100;
$.5.00 per lOOO by express.
J. C. SCHMinX&CO., Bristol, Pa.
I WRrriNg MENTION THg FLOHIST8' EXCHAWGt
Pansies! Pansies!
We are the largest growers of Pansie
Stocky p'lants, transplanted in cold I
. per 100; $4.00 per 1(0
Whitton & Sons, """•'fC.,
City and Green Streets, - UTICA, N. Y.
GOOD OFFERS"' GOOD STOCK
PA^fSIES, from seed bed, $2.60 per lOOO
transplanted plants, in bud, $5.00 per 1100.
100 SMII^AX, 4 inch pots, for $3.50.
Cash with order.
HENRY HULIGK, Florist, EtTONTOWN, N.J.
West Islip Greenhouses.
Marie Louise Violets ^'"''''
$4.00 per 1000, caslt w
E. B. SUTTON, Jr.,
p. O. Address, Babylon,
Runners
Vim FT^ Clumps or Kniiner».
" "^^-t ' ®« Al .Stock, Clean, and
no disease. M. Louise runners, $4.00 per 1000.
California runners, $5.00 per 1000. Cash with
order only. 5. BATSON, Kalamazoo, Mich.
WHEN WRITlwa MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
VIOLET RUNNERS.
Marie Louise, well rooted per 1000 $4 00
Lady H. Campbell, well rooted, " 4 00
California, " " " 3 00
Farquliar, " " " 10 00
ANCHORAGE ROSE CO.
ANCHORAGE. KY.
«HE» KIHrTTNO MENTION THE FI.OBHTB' EXCHANGE
NEW PINK VIOLET
MRS. J. J. ASTOR.
Similar in form and habit to Marie Louise,
but more vigorous, stems longer, flowers
larger; a decided acquisition. Orders booked
now and filled in rotation after May 1st. StocH
limited. Price S2 OO per dox.; $IO.OO per
100. Also MARIE LOUISE, Sand struolc
cuttings, Al, $10.00 per iOOO. Now ready.
GEORGE SALTFOBD, Rliinebeck, N. Y.
WHEN WRrriNO MENTION THE PtARISTS* CXCHANCE
VIOLET CLUMPS
MARIE LOUISE. Per 100, $3.00.
ROOTED CUTTINGS
Per 1000 Per 100
GERANIUMS, Double White, Pink
and Ked $15 00 2 00
GERANIU MS, mixed. Mme Sallproi,
Lemon Verbena, Vincas Var.,
Var.Stevia 12 60 160
MRS. POLLOCK GERANIUM,
REX BEGONIA 2 00
STROBILANTHES 15 00 2 OU
ALTERNANTHERA, VIOLETS.. 5 00 1 OU
SWEET ALYSSUM, double 100
SALVIA, scarlet, HELIOTROPE,
CARNATIONS 10 00 126
COLEUS, separate varieties 7 60 100
mixed 6 00 76
SNOWCREST DAISY, CYPERUS
ALTERNIFOLIUS 2 00
ROSE, Mermet, Bride, Wootton,
Bridesmaid 1 50
TRAILING QUEEN FUCHSIA
and Double White 2 00
VINCA VARIEGATA, $2.60, $4.00, $6.00, per 100
Write for prices on other rooted cuttings. Stoclt
true to name and extra care in selecting.
Terms, Cash or 0. O. D.
GREENE & UNDERHILL, Watertown, N. Y.
WHEN WRirmO MENTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHANGE
THE FARQUHAR-HEADQUARTERS' STOCK
Rnrlieat. Frppst. Darkest and most Double, from 2M in. pots $3 00 per 100 $20 00 per 1000
KAHLQUHAR rooted runners 160 " 9 00
CAMI»BltI,I, •• '• 60 " 3 00 "
CAHFOIIPUIA " •• 50 " 300 "
Cash with order.
C. E. WELD, VIOLET SPECIALIST, ROSLINDALE, MASS.
SUPIOT-THE VIOLET KING
Offers the following varieties ot Violets for March delivery. All plants are in perfect
health, having been grown cold.
None of mv Violet houses are heated, thus Insuring perfect health and vigorous growth.
Princess of ■«rales (Princesse de Galles), introduced by me from France four years ago.
$1.00 per riiiz.: $7.00 per 100.
Princess Beatrice, new. $1.00 per doz.; $7.00 per 100.
Admiral Avellan, new. $1.00 per i'
Petite Blue.
application. Cash wii
large
rieties, such ;
FAANCIS SUPIOT, 57th St. and Lancaster Ave., PHILADELPHIA, PA
VIOLETS MY SPECIALTY!
PRINCESS de GALLES, ltTJZf<.tr^o.l"\%\::
grant; strong grower and productive 100, $5; 1000, $45.
I,UXOPJB{E per .00, $1.60; per 1000, $12,00.
CAI,IFOHlPJIA " 75; " SCO
All from good plants, rooted runners.
Five French Medals; two American Medals; three Diplomas.
York, under
Cash with order or
FERD. BOULON. Sea Cliff L I., N.Y.
MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
April 17, 1S97.
The Plorists' Exchhngb.
411
AUCTION SALE.
reserve, about
posed oJ at priv
choice Koses, 00
splendid cotKiiti
about 60 named I
30D0 or more of
Camellia Japoiii
and each plant
pots, togetlier a
plants in large
irrown in large flats,
flowers each many ol
$50 for eleven of tli
the growing of
k^iil Mayl'otthe
my plants, winch
lies: About 6000
ip and ready lor
hoicest varieties ;
I Palms for <
„ Kent
large specimeDsArecaLutescens.Verschafl'eltii,
Latania Borbouica, Khapls Plabeiiiformis, some
over 6 feet with 12 and more stems, grand
plants. Cocoa Plumosa, 7 to 8 feet, Chainierops
Excelsa, Phceoix Kupicola, Reclinata and
others, Pandanus Veitchii, &c.,&c.; 200 or more
Ficus Elastica. 18 in. to 3 feet, a large lot of
Ferns of sorts and about 400 Farleyense in 3, 4
and 5 in. pots, 100 or CQore Aspidistras, large
and fir
some variegated ; 8 large lot
for large decorations, 2000 1
: in bloora,airchoice kinds,
n seedlings as flne as the I
yello
Louise Violets
out and some i
Xr?e
!3. Caladium Esculeutuni
200 or more AsparHgus
Hotbed Saeh, 6 feet, to-
8 of miscellaneous plants
iition. All good ealabk-
JtMES PENmND, Florist, BALTIMORE, MD
I WHITINO WENTIOW THE rLOHieTS- C«CM«NQ«
50,000 SMiLAX, lL'?<^'i,^^.
■ — ■•■ ■ - »I3.0(I per 1000.
. »20.00
lOtB. $1.60 pe
pots, »3.i0p
ROOTED GOLEUS CUTTINGS
No mealy bugs. Salvator, Bohemian. Mosaic.
Hero, Blackbird. Garfield. Thos. Meehan, Syeciosa.
Beauty, Midnight. ChicaRO Bedder, Charm. Sport,
Flrecrest. Hiawatha, Glorioea. Royal Mantle. Shy-
lock, Firebrand. Rob Koy. Othello, Charminir, Hobl.
Buist. Harry Harold. Yellow Boy. Whitelaw Reid,
, Pink Gem, Prowression
Electric Liaht. The Belle, Speculata. Mara, Yeddo,
Velver. Attraction. Coraalr
Progress, Charles Dick
FARQUHA.R VIOL,C:XS.
A few hundred rooted runners, J2 00 per 100 by mail
WM. H. SEARCH, Avondale. Chester Co., Pa.
DAHLIAS
HOLLYHOI
HIBISCUS ^'SSM^Mr^Sf """""
VI Un i *'".^°'' Tariesa'". strong, 4 in. $10 a
UrDDCU AC Separate colors, rooted cultin
iLnDLnAu Hnest in America, 80c per 1
$7.50 per 1000. If wanted by mail, 10 (
extra per 100. Send for our catalogue.
VICK & HILL CO.,
■ROCHESTER, N. Y.
COTTAGE GARDENS
SPRING TRADE LIST..
CAN N AS.— STRONG PLANlS.
Burbank, each, $0.75 ; dozen, $7.50.
Italia, " .50 ; " 5.00.
Austria, " .30; " 3.00.
The following at $3.00 per 100, strong started plants,
ready now, or at |4.00 per 100, 3 inch pots, May
delivery : Chas. Henderson, A. Bouvier, Count H.
de Choiseul, Sophie Buchner, (leoffroy St. Hilaire,
Ehemannii, Madame Crozy.
The following at $5.00 per 100, strong started
plants, now ready, or $6.00 per 100, 3 inch pots. May
delivery : Sunbeams, Egandale, J. U. Cabos, Presi-
dent Carnot, Star of '91.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
strong Stock, From 2 Inch Pots.
100;
Liberty, Phryne, Mrs. T. D. Hatfield, H. W. Rieman.
Lady Fitzwygram, Modesto. Lenawee, Violescent,
J. K. Keim, Sirs. S. T. Murdock, Mrs. R. Crawford,
Invincible.
The following at 60 els. per dozen ; $4.00 per 100 ;
the set for 75 cts.: Glory of the Pacific, Wm.
Simpson, Pink Ivory, Mrs. H. Robinson, Ivoire Rose,
Pride of Castlewood, Nanshon, L. D. Black, Mrs. W.
P. Raynor, Mrs. Perrin, Miss Gladys Spaulding,
Red Warrior, Headlight, Clarence, Signal Light,
Midnight, Mrs. "W. C. Egan.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
Strong Stock, From 2 Inch Pots.
The following at 50 cts! per dozen ; $3.00 per U'O ;
the set for 50 cts.: The Queen, Marion Henderson,
Ivory, Yellow Queen, Major Bornaflon, Mayflower,
Helen Bloodgood, Philadelphia, Merry Monaich,
W. U. Lincoln, W. N. Rudd, Erminilda, Eugene
Dailledouze.
CARNATIONS.
Mrs. Chas. Duhrae, Mayor Pingree, Harrison's
White, ^Lily Dean, Maud Dean, Morello, at $10.00
per 100.
Alaska, S'-ott, McGowan, at $2.00 per 100 ;
$12.50 per 1000.
Daybreak, 2000 clean stock, at $20.00 per 1000.
Bridesmaid, Storm King, Abundance, Goldfinch,
Eldorado, at $3.00 per 100.
DAHLIAS.
12 cts. each ; $1.20 per dozen ; $7.00 per 100.
Set of 25 Double Large Flowering Varieties for $1.75.
Set of 8 Grand Cactus Varieties for 75 cts.
Set of 10 Pompons for 75 cts.
The Above 3 Sets of 43 Named Varieties for $3.
All Orders for less than $10 must be accompanied by Cash. Satisfactory references required from unknown parties.
COTTAGE GARDENS, Queens, L. I.
CS''^SEE OUR AD. IN APRIL 3 EDITION. ]
If^Hiiiiiiiiiililiiiiill^BiiiliiiiiiililiEil
GERAISIUMS — nouble Grant, La
Favorite, flne piHnts, out of :;^; inch
pots, S2.60 per 100: S. A. Kutt, La
l^avorite, Dout>Ie Grant, out of 4
in. pots, $0,00 per 100.
soil, 81.60 per 10LORI8T-8 tXCMOWQi!
A KING But'olirStockisROYAI-
and Cheap, yo\i see!
Geraniums. 40 best varieties; Fuchsias, 8
varieties; Heliotropes, 3 varieties; Verbenas,
13 varieties; Coleus, Cuphfea, Daisy, Fever-
few, Salvia, Flowering Begonias, etc., all
named, 2H in. pots, our selection, $3.00 per 100.
Carnations, Mrs. Fisher and others, $3.00
per 100
Chrysanthemums, flne stock, 15 varieties.
„ per 100.
1500 English Ivy, l
$3.00 per 100.
Speak quick, send cat
oted I
lings, i
GREENE COUNTY FLORAL NURSERY,
CAMNAS), Alphoaee Bouvier. Cbss. Henderson.
Ume. >. roi;. f. UatQuant. »t. Hilaire. Robusta and
Jther Bond sorts. |3 UO per lOOi 200 (or 15.00.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS, Mrs. Koblnscn. Mrs.
Wurducli, Ivory, Suudeibruch. Marion Henderson,
gmani
Playli
pou!»2To''peMOO; »I5 00 per 1000.
PEI.AKCJOMUiUS, 6 dlirerent <
pots, Bne plants. 12.00 per dIS.
beddloK varieties, sinele and double, 2!a in
»i.60
2«ii
C. C. NANZ, Owensboro, Ky.
D. K. HERR, Rider tvsniie, Lancaster, Pa.
cs-oo
Acliyrantlies, 3 leading \
AKeratuni, Cope's Pet, 2V
Alternanttiera Aurea I
(flats)
Alyssum, Tom Thumb an
BeKonlas, good i
irieties, 2>/i inch pots
inch pots
ana, P. Major and
Giant, double 2i,i in
per 100 |iei- 10(10
GERANIUMS, choice named, $ 1 .50 $ I 2.50
COLEUS, 30 varieties, - .60 5.00
HELIOTROPE, 3 " . . I.OO 8.00
AGERATUM,Dwarf,whiteandl,luf.75 6.00
CHRYSANTHEMUMS, 30 finest
ptandard varieties. - - 1.0 12. 0
TERMS: Cash with order.
CHAS. E. SMITH,
Cor. Jefferson and .lackson Aves., YORK. PA.
WHEN WttiTINO MENTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHANOE
ise Bouvier, 3 inch pote
erson, 3 inch pots
Jrampbel, 3 inch pots.,
ill 3 inch pots
Professor, 3 inch pots 20 OO
New varieties, prices on appli ation.
Clirysantlieniunis, very flne asiortmeiit, 214 inch pota. 4 00
FrtJtescens Hallerti Aurea, the granii new yellow
Paris daisy 8 00
Oal8les, Hardy English, from cold frames 2 00
TPOO
Coleus, lOleadinirheddinn: varieties, SM inch pits
I, 10 leaillnK bedding varietieF, roiteu cutliugs, $7 60 pi- r
! lOf'O; $6.00 per 1000 In lots of 5000 and over
KcUeverIa Secunda Glauca, Irom flats
Farfug^ium Grande, 3 inch pots
' Forif et-WIe-Nots, from cold frames
IDracseua ludlvlsa, 6 inch pots per doz., $4.00
Grevillea robusta, 4 inch pots..
I Heliotrope, 2>/2lncta pots
iGernian Ivy, 2Vj inch pote
Inioon ■Vines, ai/b iich pots
Musa Knsete, 10 inch pota, $1.00 1
L'ioch po'ti....
I $2.00 each ; S to 8 inch
TRADE LIST FREE ON APPI^ICATION.
Cash with order from unkn
or C. O. D. Orders :
K. O. B.. N. Y. Cily.
SEAWANHAKA GREENHOUSES ZVAllZv.
JAS. C. CLARK, Supt.
P. O. BOX 34.
WM. L. SWAN, Prop.
412
The Plorists* Exchange.
SITUATIONS WANTED.
Tide experience in Eu
-class all-arwund growe
;hange.
CITUATION wanted by ehribtlan yuunp man as
^ rose grower on some flrat-class retail place,
where there would be a chance to improve in other
lines, nine yeara' experience. State wages, etc.
AddresB. Roaes. care Plorlsta' Exchange.
YANTBD. by an experienced grower of rose
rretull place. Capable of handling 25,000 feefc. At
I. single; 10 years' experience. Thoroughly reliab
Id sober. Wages |25 per month. Address. II., cai
fCttaa. Reimers, 329 4th Ave., Louisville, Ky.
HELP WANTED.
IVANTED.
Florist with small capital
■ent place to jfood
For partic
339 Treoton St
1!V ANTED.
A bright respectable young- idhh who has
had some experience in general commercial
ifreenhouses. Wages $15 per month and board.
WANTED
1000 GERANIOMS
Crystal Palace Gem. Plants or rooted out-
tings. State price and quantity.
R. H. MURPHY, Urbana, Ohio.
GREENHOUSES and LAND.
Small place on Jersey City Heights ; two new
greenhouses, hotbeds, str '
etc. Price $1000. Easy tei
rse, wagons,
quire
, New York.
fruits and clover; fiO acrestimbe
mild climate, no malaria.
Willow Springs, Mo.
' greenhouse property
ly farm is on southern
pples, peaches, small
' r: 4 room house;
E. J, TYLEU,
FOR SALE CHEAP. '/.r.S^S'cv^infenTI
N. Y. City, two story dwelling, i' rooms, all heate
by steam. Good barn and dwelling for foremar
Paying busineas eatablished, 6!^
FLORISTS AND GARDENERS.
FOR SAI.E.
G. PILLS BURY, Nashua, N. H
FOR SALE CHEAP.
In the mild climate of West Tennessee, a flon
of 6 rooms, t acre land, good water, fruit and otht
ImprovemeutB. On western division I. C- R. H
midway between Paducah and Memphis; does
g lod mail and shipping business and is In a thrlvin
town of 2.0U0. A good chance for a good man. Ft
all particulars, etc., address
\V. H. CAPELL, Newbero, Tenn.
Greenhouses to Rent.
Five houses containing 3300 square feet, well
built and In thorough repair. Two boilers,
* ' Plenty of water and good loam.
1 the place,
Good convenient
! from Bostou on B. & A. R.R
Address H. R. STEVENS, Dover.Mass,
Cleveland.
Trade Notes.
The weather for the past ten days
has been very dull and unfavorable for
retail dealers, but lor the growers it has
tended to hold Easter stock In good con-
dition. Trade has been normal, with the
usual amount of funeral and decerative
work. Preparations are being made for
an excellent trade this week, and if the
weather be favorable, the hopes of every
member of the craft will no doubt be
realized.
There is an extraordinary stock of plants
and cut flowers on the market, which will
probably be entirely used up. Prices as
yet have not advanced, but may be ex-
pected to go considerably higher within
the next couple of days. Carnations are
likely to be vrry scarce, now selling at 25c.
to 40o., and will no dc ubt bring 50c. to 75c.
toward the end of the week.
Roses are in good supply, and most
varieties selling at 11 to $1.50 per dozen,
but will reach $1.50 to $3 later; Beauty, $3,
$4, $6, and $8 for best. Valley Is very
good, and will realize 75c. per dozen.
Harrisii is excellent now, and prices
win go to $2 and $2 50.
Bulb stock is in abundance, and with
light demand. Hyacinths, good stock,
biing $1 50 per dozen, tulips 75o. and $1.
An extra good trade is expected in
plants, with more than usual demand for
azaleas. Some extra fine specimens grown
by J. M. Gasser were seen, the price asked
being $20. Prices range from $1 to $20, as
above mentioned. G. A. T.
Philadelphia.
naking Ready for Eaater.
The past week has been a busy one
preparing for Easter. From all indica-
tions the business done will be good. The
weather has been favorable — clear days,
and the nights just cool enough to keep
flowering plants in good condition. The
growers all appear to be doing a good
ousiness ; in fact, on Wednesday many
were sold out.
It is a grower's Easter beyond a doubt.
On every corner is seen groups of flowering
plants, and several of the large depart-
ment stores have been selling flowering
stock all week. These stores have bought
very freely. Lilies and hyacinths have
been bought in thousand lots, azaleas by
the hundred. Apparently the plants are
selling well, besides drawing crowds to
the stores. Next week I hope to note the
effect this has had upon the florists'
as last year. Lilies have sold mostly at
10c. per flower, yet many have gone at 8c.
The quantity of diseased lilies this year
has been enormous. Growers report losses
of from 25 to 40 per cent., and in three
cases almost a total loss is reported. This
was where the bulbs had been heated in
coming over.
Hydrangeas are as numerous as ever,
and are in much better condition than
formerly, being well headed and very
hardy. The new Spiraea astUboidts is a
great favorite, and Is finding ready sale.
Hyacinths in pots and pans are very good
this year, and being better headed and
hardy are selling well.
Growers of Spring stock have been
agreeably surprised at the large sales
made of small plants in bloom, such as
fuchsias, mignonette, heliotrope, and ger-
aniums. The hucksters and those having
stands on the street have bought up any-
thing with a bloom on it.
Novelties are very few in number. Some
well-grown gloxinias and grape hyacinths
have been sent in by A. Woltemate and
are selling well. George Campbell had a
house of pelargoniums of assorted varieties;
these hcve all sold well.
Cut Flowers.
No great advance In prices is looked
for. There will be lots of fiowers, from all
indications. Beauty is now selling at
$3 to $6 per dozen, hybrids $3 50 to $5, but
few at the latter figure. Tea roses are bf-
ing sold at $8 to $10 for the best stock.
Carnations are now held at $2 50 to $4.
These flowers seem to be most uncertain at
present, as no one can estimate the quan-
tity to come In. Indicationsare that many
are being held back.
Smllax appears to be scarce, and Is sell-
ing at $20 to $25 for the best strings; as-
paragus strings, 50o. to 75c.
Prices on all bulbous stock are ruline
low. Valley is now quoted at $3 to $4.
Narcissusand tulipsgo very slow. White
flowers are bringing the best prices, and on
Wednesday night white carnations were
very scarce and held flrm.
News Items.
heard all along the line.
Samuel S. Pknnock also has an addi-
tion. His wife presented him with a fine
bouncing boy the end of last week.
The past two weeks has been very severe
on the growers. There are many on the
sick Ustat present— more than this city has
had for a long time. No serious cases are
reported, except that of Charles Kent, who
has a bad attack of inflammatory rheuma-
tism. This and the grippe are the chief
causes of illness, being, no doubt, brought
on by exposure in most cases.
The meeting of the Horticultural Soci-
ety, on Tuesday next, will be very inter-
esting. It is gotten up mostly lor the
amateur, and will include essays on vege-
tables, fiowers and propagation in the
house. David Rust.
Seedlings and Certificates.
Editor Florists' Exchange:
The prolonged and epicy controversy on
the above subject, which has appeared in
your columns the past few weeks, has been
amusing to say the least; and I am of the
opinion it hajs aLso been instructive to the
large number of florists who grow carna-
tions, for they will now know on what basis
certificates are given and place more value
on varieties so honored.
As my name has been mentioned along
with the other judges who awarded the
certificates at Cincinnati, 1 have a good ex-
cu,se to defend our, or at leaet my, judg-
ment.
I will pass over Mr. Ward's peevish re-
marks about "unbiased judges," because
we can afford to, knowing that Mr. W.
could not have felt well when he penned
that foolish remark, which was not only a
elur on our judgment but an imp&achment
of our honesty— but that matters not. The
personnel of the committee was composed
of men having no desire or motive to ad-
the
One result of this voluminous contro-
versy has been the advertising of a certain
variety free of cost, and that should be am-
ple reward for Mr. Ward; for he seems to
think a certificate of the Carnation Society
is not worth much. If so, then why all
this fuss because the judges did not think
his varieties worthy of a certificate?
The Carnation Society has done good
work, and if every set of judges will be as
conservative and impartial as were those
at Cincinnati, the work will be still more
valuable. Many of us have depended on
the award given by the society to new va-
rieties, and have not been disappointed;
notably, Jubilee last year at New York,
which has proved the greatest acquisition
to carnation growers that has appeared in
several years. Mistakes may have been
made in the past and doubtless were; and
it has been on the side of giving every
pretty flower high praise or a certificate re-
gardless of the great qualities of stem,
substance, etc. Throughout the country
there are thousands of growers, big and lit-
tle, who cannot attend the Carnation Con-
vention, but who watch the proceedings
through the press and are guided by the
awards made. If Mr. Ward thinks this is
not the case he is mistaken; and in future
it should be more so.
The society was not formed, and its mis-
sion is not to advance the sales of the grow-
ers of new varieties, any more than it is
to be a guide to the purchaser who wants
for his business the best there is up to date.
1 am sure I will be indorsed by 90 per cent,
of all the growers in the country when I
say that it is much better to disappoint the
raiser of a new variety even if it is worthy
of a certificate, than it is to certificate an
unworthy candidate for public favor. In
the fii-st case you have disappointed only
one man, even if it has been unjust; his
variety, if it has real merit, will quickly
work its way to the front; while, in the
latter case, you have misled hundreds of
people who cannot afford to spend their
hard earned dollars on every fickle fancy
that is lauded to the skies, but really is no
better than existing varieties.
Mr. Graham said in his letter that judges
could only be guided by the present stand-
ard of flowers, now considered the best. 1
cannot conceive of any other rale to go by.
There were fifty varieties exhibited at Cin-
cinnati, both old and new, any one of which
would, six years ago, have been well worthy
of a certificate, because then a flower of
their excellence would have been a decided
ady gr
3 some quality, or all the qual-
less in advance of those al-
what right has it to a certifl-
As tar as Mr. Ward's individual case is
concerned, I can throw some light on that,
and trust he will be benefited by it. One
of his exhibits came near the required
number of points, but by the most liberal
allowance fell a few points short. Knowing
that Mr. Ward had a high opinion of his
pet flower, the judges went over the differ-
ent qualities of this flower again, and still it
was deficient. This was not "biased judg-
ment," but most impartial; tor the judges
would, I am sure, have been pleased if they
could have reached the required number of
points, 85. To make sure that their judg-
ment was not erroneous, they called in an
eminent grower of New England, and with-
out a word let him figure up what he
thought the flower was worth. His estimate
didn't reach 70 points; that settled it.
Mr. Ward was not the only one disap-
pointed, but I have not heard of any
grumbling or bad temper from other quar-
Whatever the mistakes our society has
made in the past the judges at Cincinnati
are not responsible; and if the judges of
the future will be as impartial and just to
the flowers of the country as were the men
at Cincinnati, there will be less heard of
"this being no good," and the other "being
a fraud," and the certificate of the society
will be valued not only by the raiser, but
by the great army of growers.
WILLIAM SCOTT.
Slingerlands. N. Y.
Fred Goldring has had big success with
Marie Louise violets; in fact they have
cropped heavily and continuously right
through the season. At time of writing
heavy crops are being picked and of
splendid color and size. A man is kept
busy cleaning the plants and removing the
least trace of disease, which usually de-
velops at an early stage of growth. It is
remarkable that a full vigorous stock is
carried through from year to year without
any let up. In roses. Beauty is grown in
successionai crops, one house coming in
when the first is cut over. He has a fine
healthy batch of lilies for Easter. W. M.
Burlngton, Vt.
John Wilson is cutting excellent La
France. Beauty and Bridesmaids. He runs
Beauty three years. Stock is very clean.
Carnations are first class. He also does
violets well. Considerable improvements
have been made recently, changing from
flues to steam. Mr. Wilson has three
stores under his control, one at Montpe-
lier, one at Middlebury and a third down-
town, each presided over by a hustling
daughter, and all connected with the green-
houses by telephone. W. M.
FAY'S CURRANTS FOR SALE.
Price of iS-year, No. 1, $22.00 per 1000.
2-year, No. 2, $15.00 "
8-year, No. 1, $36.00 "
Packing free.
Clifton, Monroe County, N. Y.
ROOTED CUTTINGS.
Geraniums. be«t named sorts. 11.60 per 100, $15.00
per luOO. Heliotrope, three vars.. tl.OO per 100:
two yars , V,a; in. pots, S!2.,'i0 per 100. AKerHtllin,
Cope's Pet 76c. per 100. Pyrrltarum, ],ittle Gem,
tl.OOper 100. tJInnt Dbl. Alyasi.in, 76c. per 100.
Carnaliou Pinks, McOowan, Ponla. Auroraand
Hinze's White, »1.00perlOO. IMino NalleroUicr-
aniumx. In 2^ Inch pots, »2,t0 p^r 100. Mnrle
Louise Violets, In .3 inch pots in bud and bloom
tl 00 per 100. Cash with order.
WM. J. CHINNICK, Trenton, N. J.
THE "YELLOW KID,"
Canna Burbank
THE BEST OF THE NEW ORCHID
FLOWERED CLASS. A
PURE YELLOW.
Each 75c.; 6 for $4.00
SHEEP MANURE, perlOO lbs. $2.25: $10 per 500 lbs.
VAUGHAN'S SEED SI ORE,
April 17, 1897.
The Puorists'
JXCHKNGl
413
St Louis.
Market Neni.
There was fair trade last week
la all branches, and enough stock on hand
to meet all current demands. Od several
days It seemed as if a glut was inevitable,
but the steady call for flowers prevented
the market from collapsing. Saturday
found the market clear of stock, and
caused a general Arming up of prices ; and
as orders continued rolling Into the whole-
sale houses, it became apparent that re-
ceipts were too light for the demand.
Sunday morning brought a surprise to the
trade. Not for months did the market re-
ceive such a jolt as when train after train
palled in without flowers. The trade be-
came paaicky when the situation was
understood, and there was considerable
hustling among the retailers to buy enough
to supply their want?. Prices went sky
high. Perle wholesaled at $1 per dozen,
and other flowers sold proportionately
high. By 10 o'clock the market was bare,
and all telephone inqairies for more stock
received the same answer, " Nothing on
hand but ferns and smilax." Today
(Monday) receipts were again light, and
the result was another banner day for
prices. Fancy Bride, Bridesmaid, and
Meteor sold at 10c. ; carnations at J4 per
100; Harrisii at 112 50 per 100, etc. The re-
tailers kicked vigorously at these prices,
bat the short supply warranted them, and
by noon everything was sold out.
It is unreasonable to assume that there
are not as many flowers growing this week
as last, and it looks as if some of the growers
are again committing the deplorable blun-
der of pickling stock for Easter. The
prices received to-day are the same as are
quoted for Easter by our large wholesalers
and the sensible grower is the man who
is pushing his stock in to-day and is get-
ting the Easter price without incurring
the risk of loss on account of pickling.
The Euter Outlook.
Indications are not flattering as to
large quantities of flowers for the Easter
trade. There is no longer a doubt about
the Illy shortage. It is now an assured
fact, and florists who did not order early
are anxiously looking over the grounds
with but little prospect of securing them.
Carnations are generally off crop and if
the demand is as active this season as last
$4 per 100 will be the minimum. There
will be enough bulbous stock to All all or-
ders. Smilax Is scarce.
ChrfMnthemnm Show.
The committee in charge of the
Chrysanthemum show held a meeting last
Thursday night and completed the prelim-
inary list for this year'sshow. The commit-
tee decided upon engaging Music Hill, in
the Exposition Building, in preference to
the East Nave, as wassuggested some time
ago. Their selection meets with the ap-
proval of the entire fraternity.
Florists' Club Notes.
The regular monthly meeting of
the Club was held last Thursday afternoon.
The attendance was light. The feature of
the meeting was the able essay o[ Dr. A. S.
Halsted, on "Growing Chrysanthemums
for Exbibition Purposes " The members
accorded him quite an ovation, and ren-
dered him a vote of thanks.
The St. Clair Floral Co. had on exhibi-
tion a vase of assorted carnations and a
bunch of flne Kaiserin. Ude, of Kirkwood
had a fine vase of carnations. Frank Fill-
more exhibited a vase of fine assorted
roses, and Geo. M. Kellogg, of Pleasant
Hill, Mo., had on exhibition a lot of very
fine American Beauty.
Jottings.
L. Hudson, who has been ill for
some time, is convalescing.
Grand Rapids, Mich.
ClDb Nens.
The latest meeting of the Grand
Riplds Florists' Club was principally
devoted to a dlHcussion on how to make
the next chrysanthemum show successful,
especially from a financial standpoint.
Many suggestions were made ; however,
the Club did not come to any definite con-
clusion, and President Henry Smith ap
pointed a committee of seven to make the
best arrangements and report at the next
meeting. The gentlemen composlrg thts
committee are : Wm. Cunningham, S.
Crabb, Fred. W. North, J. M. Creelman,
Henry Smith, N. B. Stover and Mr.
Goeble.
It was reported that all the florists are
well supplied with good, healthy Easter
stock. The next meeting will be devoted
to " Bedding Plants," and the president
named Mr. Creelman to prepare a paper on
that subject. W. CuciEBSKl.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
See last issue of Florists' Exchange for some
specially valuable varieties. A large stock of
K. C. and 2 and 2\4 inch pot plants. Send list
of wants for best prices.
Violet Farquliar. Bound to become
popular on account of its good points. 3 inch
pot plants. $3 00 per 100 ; $28.00 per 1000.
California, $1.00 per 100: $7.60 per 1000
Daisy, Mammoth Californian, 2}^ incti pots,
50c. perdoz.; $4.00 per 100.
Carnations, Alaska, a grand white,
strong, H. C , $1.50 per 100; $10.00 per lOin.
Wm. .Scott, strong, K. C, $1.50 per 100 ; $10.00
per 1000.
All the Lcacllne Chrjaanlhemiim mid Cnriiutloii
XHEO. P. BECKERX,
NiviLLE Island. slemeield pa
9 miles below Plttsburit. Pa. «'-E"F'='-D. PA.
1500 Extra Large Clumps of
LADY CAMPBELL
T. H. NORTON,
s, !IS2.00 per 100.
Hightstown, N. J.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
Beet standard cotnmerclal varleliee. from pots.
Mrs. Bergmai>n, Major BonnaffHi. Philadelphia.
Maud Dean, Pink Ivory, M. Wanamaker, L. Cannlne.
B. Dallledouze, L. Boehmer, NlTeiis, The Queen. U.
Balaley. W. H. Lincoln. Ivory, lora. at $:^.tO per lOU.
O. Chllds, Gulden Wedding. Kda Prass. M. Hender-
son, at »(.00 per 100. Rooted cuttlnus at »1.50 per II 0
of: M. Wanamaker, Dallledouze, Philadelphia. M.
Dean. L. Bfflhmer. L. CanniUK, lora. M. Bonnafon,
The Queen. Pink and WhUe Ivory.
Cash with order.
JOHN C. EISELE,
20th & Ontario Sts.,
WHEN WRrriNO MENTION
t=OR
Market Plants.
In the selection of the following varie-
ties we have included those of pleasing
color and of dwarf yet sturdy growth :
EARLY. per 100
Domination, while $3
Ivory, " 3
Marion Henderson, yellow. 3
Miss M. M.Johnson, " 3
Glory of Pacific, pink 5
Pink Ivory " 3
MIDSEASON.
Mutual Friend, white . $3
Mrs. H. McK.Twombly, " 3
Major Bonnaffon, yellow . . 3
Mrs. C. B. Freeman " .5
Viviand=Morel, pink 3
Zulinda, " 3
Red Warrior, bronze 6
John Shrimpton, red 3
LATE.
Yanoma, white .$5
Mrs. Jerome Jones, white. . 3
H. W. Rieman, yellow 4
W.H.Lincoln, " 3
Francis B. Hayes, pink 8
Chebeague, " 6
For general list of varieties see
our catalogue.
NITHIN SMIIH i SON,
ADRIAN, MICH.
WHEW WRfTINO MgWTlOW THC FLORISTS'
A Good Paper.
Toun la a good paper to Hdvfr'ige
buBlneBS HENRY 8. RUPP
ShlremsnBtown, Pa., June 1, *96.
PANSIES
My owiiselect sfi
IINUfl 100. TTl!
W. J. ENGLE, Box 211, Dayton, 0.
CYCLAMEN.
(STOEDT'S STKAIN.)
211 in. Pots, S5.00 per 100, Cash.
EDWIN A. SEIDEWITZ,
36 W. LEXINGTON ST., BALTIMORE, MD.
CYCLAMEN.
Finest grandiflorum splendena in as-
sorted colors, 2}^ inch pots, strain extra
strong and healthy.
16.00 per 100 ; $50.00 per 1000.
LEHNIG I WINNEFEID,
HACKENSACK, N. J.
E. G. HILL & CO.,
J RICHMOND, IND.
\ VOUNG CVCLAMENS Irom the finest English prize strain
r Iq color to name, from 2 iueli pots, $4.00 per 100.
i Strong young plants of HYDRANGEA Otaksa and Ramis Picta.
9 $3.00 and $4.00 per 100, accoriliDg to size.
ry florist should
THE NEW DAISV Madam Qraellert. 1
have a stock of this fine plant. S4.1I0 per 100.
THE FRENCH DAISV Madam Farfsillon. Try a dozen of
tills ; only .50 ets. per doz.
CHRVSANTHEMUmS by the 100 or 1000. Just the kinds
every florist needs for cut flower purposes. Bergmanu, Fitzwy-
gram, Marion Henderson, Modesto, Mrs. Perrin, Mrs. Murdock,
and every other good one in quantity. Price as low as any for
good stock.
IVY GERANIVraS. Unquestionably the finest aud best cci
in the country. You should see them. 100 of these in
varieties fur $i;.iM.
I'cUon
I new
i E. G. HILL & CO., Richmond, Ind. l
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FUOBISTS' EXCHANGE
LARGEST
and FINEST
FLOWERS
VERBENAS
HEALTHY
VIGOROUS
STOCK
BEST MAMMOTH, rooted cuttings..
OLDER MAMMOTH, rooted cuttiii);
BEST MAMMOTH, KtroiiK pot plants
trong pol pla
OLDER MAMMOTH,
CIRNITIONS.
HEALTHY .._..
Per 100.
Jubilee $6 00 )
Armazindy, Ivory.Della Fox, Tii-
umph 5 00
Buttercup, M. H. Stanley 3 50
Bridesmaid, Meteor, Storm King,
Eldorado, Albert ini, Alaska, Day-
break, Puritan 2 00
Dean Hole, Bouton d'Or 2 60
Tho8. Cartledge 2 00
Lizzie McGowan, Portia, Wm.Scolt. 1 60
MISCELLANEOUS PLANTS.
Lantanas, 12 flu
relargonlums, 20 flne varieties, from
ayaiii.potfl 5 QQ
Pansies, flne strain, transplanted,
„, „ . $10.00 per 1000 1 26
Vincaa Varlegata and Elegans, 4 in. pots.
CannaH, Dormant "]
CHRYSHiTHEMUMS
, ROOTED CUTTINGS.
STRONG ROOTED CUTTINGS.
Aseratuin, blue and «hite...
ColeuB, allleadliifi B'lrts
Pnch.lnii, double and single..
Feverfew, Dwarf Gem
Heliotrope, Meht and dark...
Moon Flower, true
POTTBD PLANTS.
Ada SpauJding, Mme. Fred. Bergmann Helnn
Bloodgood, Elinor D. Smith, Har?v Man Oak-
laud, Olympus, M. M. Johnson, Jennie Falknor
M. Kicharti Dean, Gladys Spanlding,"' Mrs!
Henry Rolilnson, Nemesis, Pink Ivorv Mro
McK. Twombly, NIveuB. Potter pHltner
Mrs. S Ilutnphreya. J. E. Lager, J.H.Troy!
Harry May. Mrs. .1. B. Crane, Frank Thompson
Dorothy Tolcr, J. H. Starin, Pitcher & Mauda
Viviand-Morel, Marg. Graham.
Rooted Cuttings, $2.00 per lOO; 117.60 per lOOO.
From 2K in. pots, 4.00 " 36.00 "
Pres.W.R. Smith, Eugene Dallledouze,Ivory
Thos. H. Brown, Culllngfordii, Minnie VVaniu
Salvias, Hplendens and Wni. Bedtnan 1 ZT) 10 Oi
^KTOOID BROS., FislilsLill, N.Y.
WHEN WRrriNQ MENTION THE FtORlSTS' EXCHANGL
414
Xhe F^lorists' Exchange.
Syracuse, N. Y.
Trsde NeiTS.
Business during the past week was
up to tlie top uotcii, several florists say it
was one of the busiest weeks they ever
had.
F. H. Ebeling, the leading seedsman
here, reports that retail trade is above the
average, there being a great demand for
flower seeds of the ordinary garden kinds.
Jobbing is not quite up to the mark. Mr.
Ebeling doesa large business in farm seeds,
he says tnere is a steadily increasing de-
mand for clover and other forage seeds in
this section.
All signs point to an immense Easter
trade among the florists. A tour through
the different places found stock in splendid
shape and plenty of it, with the exception
of carnations, which will be scarce ; and
possibly there will not be sufficient roses to
go around.
P. R. QuiKLAN Co. have built a large ex-
tension at the rear of their down town store
to accommodate Easter trade.
ANeir Adlsnlum.
Adiantum Bardii is the name Peter
Crowe, of Utica, has given to a fern which
originated with him as a chance seedling.
It IS supposed to be a cross between A.
cuneatum and A. capillus-veneris. It
would take too much space to record its
many excellent qualities, but it looks as if
it might take the place of A. cuneatum in
a short time. It is a splendid keeper, hav-
ing strong wiry stems, is taller and
stronger than cuneatum, while retaining
the grace of that variety. Mr Crowe
named it in honor of his friend, Robert
C. Barson.
Brooklyn, N. Y.
The outlook for Easter trade, especially
In flowering plants, Is particularly bright.
Immense supplies of plants have been laid
in by all the florists, some of whom make
elaborate and tasteful displays. There la
ot so great a tendency this year as last to
ress the plants up in crepe paper; instead,
neat celluloid baskets are used to hide the
pots, with broad silk ribbon of harmoniz-
ing tint to further enhance the decora-
tion.
in this respect. The plant hawker is also
busy plying his vocation, his wares evi-
dently flndlDg a ready sale.
Quite a number of new flower stores
ive opened up here recently. Among
lem are the following :
H. Metbr at 1214 High St.; JOHN F.
Ruddy, 492 Sumner ave.; DwTKE «& Cab-
roll, 81 Summit St.; McMahon & CAN-
FIELD, 138 Columbia St.; HENRY B. WOOL-
NOUGH, 146-8 Cheater st.; Locis Zinn, 794
Lexington ave.; N. Dazey & Co., 191
Washington St.; DICKSON & HAMILTON,
1101 Bedford ave.; Chas. F. Hunwick
" M. J. Jacob under the name of The
Arlington, at 415 Tompkins ave.
, of this city.
Buffalo.
Easter PrpparatlonR.
The store windows begm to show a
very much " trimmed up " appearance, the
metropolitan idea of paper aproning ot the
pots, in manj^ cases iu a lavish manner, be-
ing quite noticeable, if not overdone.
Prospectively in flowers, the supply of
carnations, which has been quite low, will
be much below the average. Violets
promise fairly well, though the stock has
been taxed unduly by recent heavy crops.
A year ago a dearth of roses existed in
these parts which promises to be compara-
tively different this year. To look about
some growers' houses, it would seem as
though Harrisii lilies would be in ample
supply, though it is hard telling. A few
hours of sunshine would be apt to make a
marked difference in the product of certain
cases where their flowering is somewhat
behind. At too many places, we regret to
note, the prevalent disease is making sad
inroads on results, and very materially re-
duces the profits. To look at some of the
benches of this bulb at the present time, it
seems a real shameful pity that such an
expense ot growing must be carried on
through the season, only to prove, after the
investment is increasing in daily expenses,
that a poor quality of bulbs is being
nursed, finally to be dumped, and too late
for anything else to occupy its place profit-
ably.
Some fine hydrangeas are seen iu more
abundance ihau in most years. J. G. Pick-
elmanu has several hundred, while probably
some of the finest that are seen come from
George B. l-ancourt, of Wilkesbarre. Pa.
Other stock like azaleas, cinerarias, genis-
tas, etc., seems to be fully up to the usual
standard in supply and quality. No doubt,
if fine weather suitable for handling plant
stock prevails, a nice business will be done.
Eiilerprli.e8 and KIHUiibh.
J. H. Reiistock has taken, for a few
days, the store at aS'J Main street, and will
also use the second store, located two doors
from his regular Main street location, for
handling any overflow.
Andt Adams will move. May 1st, to 462
Main street, there to occupy a portion of
well-located store.
W. K. Kasting, the commission man, 4„„
Washington street, has purchased the stock
of supplies formerly handled by ~ ~
Long, and will hereafter incorporate that
with his flower business, occupying the
same location the coming year. Mr. Lon„
intends to devote his full atten ion to the
wholesale bulb trade and importing busi-
ness with that of greenhouse, planting
stock in a jobbing and brokerage way.
Needless to say, also, his noted florists' pho-
tograph specialty will receive more needed
attention.
A second recent sad bereavement of Mr,
S. A. Anderson's, is now chronicled in the
death of his widowed mother, Mrs. Juliette
P. Anderson, at the age of flfty-three years,
which occurred on Tuesday, after an illness
of long standing.
Mr. Pbarce, 0
Pontiac, Michigan, called c
Westerly, R. I.
S. J. Reuter will commence immediately
ifter Easter, the construction of a block of
ix houses, each 200x20 feet, for roses, It
being his Intention to turn the whole of
the existing range into carnation houses,
for which he will require from twenty-flve
to thirty thousand plants, the greater
portion of which are already rooted off.
To see the superb Daybreak, Alaska and
McGowan being picked, every bloom fit to
stage, one would imagine these were good
enough. Mr. Reuter, however, thinks
nothing is too good for the Boston market,
so, in addition to several promising seed-
lings of Ms own raising he is experiment-
ing with twenty-one new kinds, hoping to
secure something better than he already
has.
A new ventilating apparatus, an Inven-
tion of his own, on the Monlnger Ormsby
principle, without arms or chain, most
simple, cheap and highly effective, will be
used in the new houses, and those who
are on the lookout for a good thing should
not fail to see It In conjunction with this
model plant, which will be finished before
August. Mr. Reuter cordially invites all
his friends and fellow-craftsmen to visit
him at convention time, assuring them of
a hearty welcome to one of the cleanest
and quaintest towns on the New England
coast. Arrange to stop off, either en route
to Providence, or make a special trip from
that city, and no one will regret doing so.
W. M.
FERNS**
Varieties SaiUble for Fern Dishes, etc.
ADIANTUM CUNEATUM, 3 inch, $5.00 per
100. Fine bushy stock.
Cash with Order.
CHAS. F. BAKER, Utica, N. Y,
DECORATIVE PLANTS
At Qreatl; Eeisoed Fhces.
stock large and in line con-
J. IIESSER,
Platt.mouth, Neb.
•mCN WRITING MENTION THE FL^.DISTS- EXCHANGE
FOR SAI.E.
Address P. O. Box 665. A.L,BAIliV, S^.Y
Having dispoaed of several ot my Green
houses and the remainder being over crowded
1 have decided to offer tor sale the excess, con
slating of the greater portion and the choicest
specimens ot my collection for the past
years, either singly or in quantities. They are
all well established, in fine condition, and many
cannot be obtained in any other collection in
America. A printed list sent on application.
Sales made at reasonable prices.
E. CORXING.
Nephrolepis Exaltata Bostoniensis.
In large and small quantities for Spring delivery, from $40.00
to $80.00 per 1000. Mine Is the genuine stock.
FRED. C. BECKER, 1730 Cambridge Street, CAMBRIDGE, MASS.
ORCHIDS FOR CUniNG.
The Largest and Finest Stock In the World.
\ St. Albans, England.
\ Bruges, Belgium.
PALMS
AND
FERNS.
The LARGEST STOCK in the West.
P. OUWERKERK,
1 1 23 Summit Ave., Jersey City, N J.
Just received from our Holland
Nurseries :
RHODODENDRONS, AZALEAS,
SPIRJEA JAPONICA, LILIUM SPECIOSUM,
PJEONIES, BLEEDING HEART,
POT GROWN LILACS, HYDRANGEA IN SORTS.
CLEMATIS and H. P. ROSES, m the beit.orts
FINE STOCK Of PALMS
Each Doz.
ARECA LUTES ENS, 4 in. pots $0 25 $3 76
6 •• 50
LATANIA BORBOMCA, 4 In. pots 20 2 00
6 " BO 5 00
6 " 75
" etrong, 6 in. pots,
7to81eaves 100
KENTIA FORSTERIANA, 4in. pots.... 30 8 00
5 '•.... 65
BELH0REANA,4 ■• .... 40 4 00
6 ■' .... 75
FICUS ELASTICA, good stock, trom 15o. to $1 ea.
FERNS, well grown, assorted stock, 2)4 in. pots,
$3.60 per 100. Bedding plants ot all varieties
for spring trade. Immense lot of Bulbous
Stock lor Easter Trade, Plants and Cut Flowers,
at moderate prices to the trade.
Cash or satisfactory reference.
JOHN BADER, Allegheny City, Pa.
: JULIUS ROEHRS, X
♦ Headquarters for J
iPalms and Decorative Plants,!
♦ RUTHERFORD, N. J. ♦
i P. 0. Address, - Carlton Hill. N. J. 1
WE MAKE A SPECIALTY OF GROWING
A. W. Smith's Hybrid Moonfiowers
(Iponioea Noctiflora.)
The above are strictly the best Moonfiowers
in cultivation: blooming Irom 30 to 48 days
earlier than the old variety ; producing four or
Ave different shaped blooms, and birioms from
five to seven inches in diameter. The flowers
Plants for stock now ready to sell from 2^
inch pots, at $1.00 per doz.; $7.00 per 100. No
lees than 50 plants at 100 rates. Orders for May
will be booked now.
Pine Geraniums, 4 in. pots, all colors, mixed
$6 per 100. We also carry on an immense slock
of Easter Plants, in 6 in. puts, which we sell
cheap for cash: prices on application.
Hyacinths alreadv budded (separate colors or
mixed), from $6 to $7 per 100 full bloom or buds.
CASH WITH ORDER.
GODFREY ASCHMANN,
Philadelphia, Pa.
•>^I|[ID(|U1RT[IIS !l"
AZALEA INDICA.
Specially erown for Araerlcftii
15 inch diameter, »15 00 tu »35.
KENTIA BEI.BIOREANA.
With 4, 6 and 6 character leave
hlirh, »30.00 to »200 00 per 100.
KENTIA FORSTERIANA.
6 and 6 c
trade, from 8 1
l«t
hlBh,l30.00to»125.00per 100
LATANIA BORBONICA.
Prom m to 2Ji ft. high. »25.00 to 100.00 per 100.
COCOS WEDDELIANA.
From I ft. upwards, $25 OOOand upwards per 100.
ARECA LCTESCENS.
From 1!.^, 2 ft. and more $35 to »100.00 per 100.
ARAUCARIA EXCELSA.
10, 12. up to 16 Inch high, $50.00 to »16O.0O per 100.
SWEET BAYS.
Pyramids and Standards, fine shaped trees, from
tl.OO to $15.00 per couple.
ASPIDISTRA LURIDA.
.*32 0i
1 in. and 1!^ In. diameter. $22 and 119 per 1000
GLOXINIA ERECTA (Hybrids).
K to 1 inch, $10.00. 1 Inch and more. $18 00 per lOOC
CAMELLIAS, :R H O D O D E N D R U N S.
LILACS and all other Nursery Stock grown
From unitliown eorrespondents Casli, Willi
PaclilnE Free.
ROYAL NURSERIES
LOUIS VIN HOUTTE PEBE
Ghent, Belgium.
Nephrolepis Exaltata Bostoniensis.
THE BOSTOK DROOPIIVG FERT«.
Mine is the Genuine Stock. Now ready or orders booked for June to August delivery. Strong
plants for t40.00, $60.00, $80.00, $100.00, $150.00 and $250.00 per 1000; $6.00, $7.00, $10.00. $16.00, $20.00
and $25.00 per 100. 50 at 100 and 250 at 1000 rate.— I am the largest grower of Bedding Plants in
New England.— Write for prices or call and see them.
L. H. FOSTER,
45 King St., Dorchester, Mass.
GOOD STOCK. LOW PRICES.
Pandanua Ctilis. 2M-lnoh pots, extra strong $4.00 per 100
" •• Veitchir $1.50 and $4. JO each
Areca fjutenceus* 2^-inch pots, strong. 3 plantB in a pot S^O.OUperlOO
" " 4-TDCb pots, strong, 3 plants in a pot, busby $25.00 per 100
" *' 8-lncb pots, strong, 8 plants fn a pot, bushy f 3. 00 each
Kentla Belmoreana, 3-inch pots fl2.00perl00
5-inch pots. 5 to 6 leaves, 20 Inches high 75 ct s each
6-inch pots. 6 to 6 leaves. 21 inches high H.COeach
6-lnch pots, heavy. 30 inches high Jl.SOeach
Liatania Borboiilca, 2M-lnch pots, ready to shift *:'.50 per 100
e-inchpots, 7 leaves 75ct8. each
CocoB A/eddelinna, 3-Inch pots $2.50 per dnzen
3-inch pots, extra |3.00per dozen
Geraniuo ^» 2H-inch pots, very strong. Double Gen. Grant, S. A. Nutt,
La Favorite and assorted fS.OOperlOO
PeruDias, doubles, fine strains, rooted cuttincs J2.C0 per 100
Heliotrope, dark blue, rooted cuttings. Afferatam, dwarf, blue, rooted cuttings. 75c. per 100
HalTlaSplendena. 2-inch pots !... ?250pen00
I>luBhroom Spa WD, just the same as we use ourselves .$8 00 p^r 100 lbs.
JOHN; SCOTT, Keap Street Greenliouses, BROOKI^VK, P(. V.
April 17, i597-
The F^lorists' Exchange.
415
Galax Leaves.
CHAS. H. RICKSECKER, Linville, N. C.
SNIPS iSSfds Bardln'e?»M"'' i"""'""''
Kelle'y's Florists' Shears
and Flower Gatherer.
liicular tree. FLORISTS
'61IEAK CU., Fremont, Ulilo.
HAVE YOUR COLLECTIONS MADE
NATIONAL FLo'rISTS' BOARD OF TRADE,
271 BROADWAY. NEW YORK.
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
No. 2 Beacon Street. . BOSTON.
Wire Deaiffne, Wheat Sheaves. Baskets, Im-
mortelles, Cape Fiiiwers, Cut Flowers, Boaref,
aud all other supplies, at prices to meet com-
petition.
WMtMwafriWOMENTIOHTHErvORIST'SEXCHANGi:
CANE PLANT STAKES
W. W. HENDRIX, Bowling Green, Ky.
CHOCOI^ATE COOLER CO.,
GRAND RAPIDS, MIOH.
FLORIST'S REFIieEIUTORS.
Apply for quotations to
ANDRE L. CAUSSE,
IOB-107 Hudson St., New York.
PAPFR Toothpicks.
AND Waxed and Tissue
TWINE. Papers— all sizes^
Hi Al SOHL, NEW YORK."
■INQ MENTION THE FLORIST'S
TELEPHONE, 1782 18TH ST.
Boston Florist Letter Co.
ire and foi wlo by J)
N°k° McCarthy, ireas. & nanager.
./t5«:V BOSTON, MASS. „ „?:'J.°,'„.
WHCH WRmNO MENTION THE flOHISTS- CXCHANGI
FLOWER POTS-^
We nre Mnnufacturine a Full Line of
STANDARD FLOWER POTS and HAKGING BASKETS
OF THE BEST QUALITY.
Address THE SYRACUSE POTTERY GO , 403 N. SALIKA ST., SYRACUSE, N. Y.
'ots.
ItMitlteesM for <
-ta.xxda.r'd. E*lo^«^K7-^r>
Send for our Now Prico Llat with oiira diocounto. All our Fots, from 7 tn. aud upwards, have
OUT Patont ElooUior Bottom, which la a great advantage, ae it InenreB perfect drainage.
A FULL LINE OF BULB PANS.
THE WHILLDIN POTTEEY CO., 713 to 719 Wharton Street, PHILADELPHIA.
Kearney and Westalde ATea.. Jersey City. N.J.
Jackson Ave. and Pearaon St.. LoriH Islnnd city. N. T.
BRANCH HOUSB8:
Does not Injure Ui« most Bensitlve plants. Endorsed
Nikoteeh
hj prominent florfitf. Ueed for fumigation or spraying
Indoors or oat. SOO ponndi of tobacco In one pint ot
Hlkoteen. Bold by leedsmen. Circular free. 8KABCURA
DIP CO,. HHICAOO.
^HQuicklj^MDoesg^lt.
TOBftCCO STEMS
LAWN SPRINKLERS.
e for Florists and Nurserymen's us
E. STEBBINS MFG. CO.
, B. FELLOWS & CO., SPRINGFIELD, MASS.
i9 Warren St., N. Y. City, Will »end on 5 days' trlaL
' Wanted. Can make big money.
Xobacco Dust, 2c. per lb.
Rafna, the best material for tj'ing, does not
injure the plants; it groes farthest and Is
j chenpest; first quality long flbreatllo. a lb.;
I $9.00 a 100 lbs.
H. G. FAUST & CC^Ati^Selifirpa;
THE JOHN J. PETERS COMPANY
(iiTCOEaFO^.A.'rxzij.
PULVERIZED
A Quick Qerminator
and Crop Forcer.
FACTORYi
Little Ferry, New Jersey.
OFFICEl
Long island City, New York.
HATURAL. ODORLESS
COMPRESSED
Beats Every Chemical
Fertilizer on Earth.
Pure Sheep Fertilizer
permanently improves
the soil.
Matures the largest and
best crops. Quick and
lasting in '
Its action.
CLEAN TO HANDLE.
"JADOO"
^Thompsons
The Flowers grown
in It are larger
and of a rich
Protected by Letters Patent.
Concentrated "JADOO" LIQUID is the cheapest Fertilizer sold. Both meat
and drink to Plants. Revives drooping Plants, strengthens the weak and nourishes
the strong ; above all, it increases the size, causes greater profusion of bloom, and
heightens the colors of all Flowers and Plants. Can bo used on Flowers or Plants,
that are grown in Earth or " JADOO " FIBRE.
SIMPLY INVALUABLE IN POT CULTURE!
For testimonials (both Foreign
American) and prices, api>ly to
THE AMERICAN JADOO CO.,
811, 813, 815 Fairmount Ave.,
PHILADELPHIA, PENNA.
STANDARD FLOWER POTS.
We manufacture a full line of standard Flower
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glazed, for cut flowers ; Lawn Vases and Hang-
Send for price list before orderin.
Address HILFIIXGER BROS.,
Fort £dvard, N. ¥.,
or AUGUST ROLKEIl & SONS.
131', s 138 W. 24lh St., N. V. City.
STANDARD ♦ POTS.
We are now ready to supply a superior
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Catalogues and price lists furnished on
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NORTH CAMBRIDGE, - MASS.
SCOLI^AY'S
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PUTTY BULB
PlIEIIT PUNT SWIULEl
or sent, postpaid for Si. UU.
JOHN A. SCOLLAY,
3r T« 4 76 Myrtle Ato.,
BROOKLYN, N.V.
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Neponset Flower Pots
Terms— Net cadh with order. If
Packed In Gross WelBht
P. W. BIRD £ SONS, Mannfacturers.
Address ordera to our General Agents,
August Rolker & Sons
New York. P. O. Station E.
or B. t J. TASaUHAB i CO., Boston.. Kim. Eitloni Afent.
416
J. K. ALLEN,
Wholesale CommiGsion Dealer in
CUT FLO^VBRS,
B7 W. 28th St., New York.
Orders by mall or telenraph promptly attended
to. Telephone Call, 382 38th St.
ROSES AND VIOLETS SPECIALTIES.
W. S. ALLEN,
17 West 28th St., New York.
Correspondence Solicited.
WM. H. CUNTHER,
Wholesale Florist
VIOLETS AND CARNATIONS A SPECIALTY.
Consignments Solicited.
30 West 29th St., New York.
Telephone, 2300-38th Street.
H. A. HOFFMANN.
Wholesale Florist
54 W. aSth St., NEW YORK.
Telephone Call, ISff 18th St.
American Beauties, Carnations, White Violets,
Specialties. CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED.
EDWARD C. HORAN,
WHOLESALE •FLORIST, I
Ho. 34 W. 29ih St., New York. \
JULIUS LANC,
Wholesale FlorivSt
63 WEST 30tli ST.
Consignments Solicited. NEW YORK.
FRANK niLLANQ,
Wholesale Commission Dealer
....in Gut Flowers....
The F=ii-ORiSTS' Exchhnge.
EASTER! APRiLJl^ EASTER!
CUT FLOWERS, SMILAX, and FERNS, H&RRISII, CALLAS,
TULIPS, HYACINTHS, ROSES. CARNATIONS, VALLEY,
DAFFODILS. ETC.
.Ve are ready to quote prices on all Cut Flowers. All orders promptly attended to. Write us.
W. E. LYNCH, 19-21 Randolph St., CHICAGO, ILL.
WHEN WBtTINO MtMTIOH THE FUJHIBTe- EXCHANGE ^^^^^^^^
CHAS. W. McKELLAR,
WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORIST
We are prepared to take best of care of Baster orders. Will have fuIlaupPl?
nf all seasonable flowers. Give us a list of your wants. UEALER. IN
Fl,ORI9lTS' SUPPLIES, WIRE VVOIIK, Etc. Consignments Solicited,
phone. Main 1129. 45, 47, 49 WABASH AVENUE, CHICAGO, ILL.
ED. F. WINTBRSON, Manager.
Ohicioo St.Lodis
Apr. 15. 1897 Apr. 14, 18B7 Apr. 16, 1897. Apr. 14, 1897. Apr. 14, 1897.
" OuUs andordlnU7.
Bennett, Oneln
Bride
Bridesmaid
K. A. Victoria
La France, eitra
" ordinary..
Mrs. P. Morgan . . .
Nlpbetoa, HoBte...
Papa Gontler
Perto
8ouv. de Wootton..
tririch Bmnner...
WattevUle
f All colors, Inferior grades
a ( White
5 Stahdabd 1 Pink.
2 Vabimdis ) Bed .
I- ( Tel. * Varie
2 •Fanot ( White
K (The blithest J Pink
ot&nd-i
O arti varieties.) (
t NOTELTMB...
Oattuitas
liilJBS, Longlfloru
LlLI or THE VaILB
NAROisstJB, Von Sion
Golden Sj
Roman HTAorsTHs...
20.00 to 30.00
30.00 to 40.01
For Pricea a< Fancy and Special Stocli see our Correspondence C<
Prices are for quantities of one hundred unless otherwise noted
Prices quoted above are given only after very careful inquiry, and whil
1 be found practically correct l
date mpntioned.
Wholesale Growers of Cut Flowers.
. . . . . 500,000 Feet of Glass.
We can fill all orders on short notice with all leading varieties of ROSES and
CAKNATIONS. We are headquarters for fine AMEKIOAN BEAUTIES
Give us a trial and convince yourself.
SALESROOM 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO, III.
THE FLORISTS' IXCHANGE
SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, "p"l°or?st"
...FINE... r^F^I TlVTlVTr^r^r' Nnw IN. ALSO GOOD ASSORT-
CROP OF BRUNNERS "^^^°/s?sr^^-
We are still headquarters for finest and best varieties of CARNATIONS.
I6I2-I6I4 Barker St. Bet. chestnut & Market sts. Philadelphia, Pa.
Illinois Cut Flower Co.,
J. B. DEAMUD, Manager.
WHOLESALE CONINIISSION FLORISTS,
51 Wabash Ave., Chicago.
Oonsignments Solicited,.
1
THE NEW YORK GUT FLOWER GO.
119-121 West 23d Street,
112-114 West 24th Street,
leleplioBe 733, lath St., NEW YORK.
PURDY & BLAUVELT
Wholeeale and Commission DeaJerH in
CUT FLOWERS
MAIDEHEAIE FEEN FRCNIS A 3PE:IALT7.
57 WEST 30th STREET,
A. & F. ROLKER,
WHOLESALE DEALERS IN
CUT FLOWERS
53 West 28tli St.
Telephone 2379 38th St. NEW YORK.
in£.F=. SHERIDKN
WholcBale OommlBlon Dealer In **
CUT FLOWERS
39 Weit S8th St., New York.
Telephone, SW-asth St.
PRICE LIST SENT ON APPLICATION.
F&AlfX H. TBAXMnLT. OHABLXS BOHMICK. ^
TRAENDLY t SCHENCK,
Wholesaie Florists,
38 W. 28th St. and CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE,
NEW YORK.
Telephone 961-18th St.
4 49~Con6i?nments Solicited.
JOHN YOUNG,
Wholesale Florigt,
61 "WEST 28th ST.,
NEW YORK.
WM. J. BAKER.
Wholesale Florist
1432 So. Penn Square,
Philadelphia, Pa.
DUMONT & CO.,
WHOLESALE FLORISTS
CARNATIONS A SPECIALTY.
No. 1305 Filbert St., Philadelphia.
EDWARD REID,
Wholesale Florist
Roses, Carnations, Violets.
No. 40 South sixteenth Street,
ROGERS PARK FLORAL CG
WHEN WRfTINa MENTION THE rtORISTS' CXCHANOt
April
Thb I=i-orists' Exchknge.
417
Wholesale Florists
JOBBERS IN
FLORIST'S
■■-M'^-' SUPPLIES.
AU V FLORISTS' VASES.
' 84
. HAWLEY STREET,
CEORCE MULLEN
Wholesale »nd Comiiiisslon Dealer In
GEO. A. SUTHERLAND,
Successor to WM. J. STEWART,
CUTrnWERSadFLORlSTnUFFLIES
WHOLESALE.
67 Bromfield St., Boston, Mass.
TOBACCO STEMS
75 Cts. per 100 lbs.
IISPIIBIISOS PLIUnOSOS HBNOS,
Vv^. H. ELLXOTT,
:at Strings, 8 to 10 feet loug,
50 ctB. each.
Shipped to any part of the
I03r±erIti-"boiL, li/Lass.
Cincinnati, 0.
City Hall Cut Flower Market
WELCH BROS., Props.
Regular Consignors Given Space Free
of Charge. Space let to gro^ ' ' '
to sell their own poods.
Flowers Shipped to all Points.
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Wholesale Cut Flowers,
Florist Supplios. WIr* Deaign*.
2714 Franklin Ave., ST. LOUIS, MO.
CHAS.G.FLECKENSTEIN,
Wholesale Flowers,
1323 Pine street.
...ST. LOUIS, MO.
C. A. KUBHN,
Succ.Mor to ELLISON & KUEHN,
WHOLESALE FLORIST.\
1122 Pine St., St. Louis, Mo.
A COMPLETE LINE OF WIRE DESIGNS.
Market Nevrs.
The weather for several weeks has
been very mucb against the florists' busi-
ness—dark and rainy with occasional
snow. Carnations have simply stood still,
and the supply of this flovter is away be-
hind the demand. This market, for Easter,
will not have one carnation, where we
should have Ave hundred, and prices have
xtlflfened very materially. Anything sells
at 2c.; medium 33., and fancy will bring 5c.
for Easter.
Roses win he in better supply and will
■^ell as follows: Perle, 4c. to 53.; Bride and
Bridesmaid, 6:. to 8c.; La France, 63. to 8c ;
Beauty and Meteor will cut no figure.
-Tacqs. will be in the market and will re-
tall at about $1 per doz»n. The estate of
R A. Murphy will have the most of these.
Von Slon narcissus, 4c ; paper white, 2c.
and 33.; tulips. So. to 4c.; lily of the valley,
33.; Marguerites, 50c. per 100; violets, 503.
per 100; callas and Harrieli, lOe. each;
miniature Dutch hyacinths, 3c. to 43.; Ro-
mans, 2e.; sweet peas, $1 per 100, gladiolus
spikes, 6e. to 8 ■. ; smilax, 121o. to 15c., and
other greens as usual.
No New Plants.
I see nothing especially new in
plants to report. HarrisU will be In good
supply, as will bulbous stock. Orders are
coming in thick and fast, which is a good
indication that Eister, 1897, will not fall
below other years. Many of our florists,
though, are complaining of the hard times
and poor collections.
The News.
says that his nervous system Is still very
much out of order and he does not relish
the sound of a " locomotive whistle."
Dame Rumor says that Henry Scbwarz
will soon marry a lady from Kentucky.
Henry has our best wishes.
Wm. McFaddkn is now the proprietor
of Rosebank, having taken possession,
April 1.
A. SUNDERBRUCH's SONS had a fine
decoration at the Queen City Club, Satur-
day, for a banqust given to a railroad
magnate. The table was decorated with a
miniature locomotive and a train of cars,
representing the Southwestern Limited of
the Big 4.
Store openings and other decorations
have been quite numerous, so that the sup-
ply of flowers during Lent has been well
used up. E. G. GiLLKTT.
Pittsburg.
C. W. WORS,
Wholesale Florist,
ll[»DOyiliT[llF£"=
ROSES, CARNATIONS,
AND VIOLETS ...
WM. F. KASTING wholesale
495 Washington Street, Commission
BUFFALO, N. Y. F'"""-
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WHCN WRmm MCNTION THE fUniSTr ntCMNOI
Trade Oatlool.<
The week before Palm Sunday was
rather an unsatisfactory one, trade having
been very quiet. Much, however, was due
to the horrid weather and continuous
rains Even Saturday was not up to ex-
pectations.
The gloom of L'inten dullness reaches
Its climax during Holy Week ; and It the
weather Is at all propitious a good Easter
trade is expected. The show windows are
mainly filled with blooming plants, and
look very attractive. For this purpose
bongalnvllleas are splendid plants to use.
The outlook for cut flower stock, except-
ing bulbous material, is at present uncer-
tain. The latter will be very abundant.
Carnations will certainly be scarce; the
home supply is much shorter than usual,
and prices will go up considerably. The
supply of roses and UUes will be sufficient.
Trade In pot plants has been extremely
dull so far, but if the weather allows there
should be a boom before the week Is over.
Club Meeting.
The last regular meeting of the
Florists' Club was poorly attended, the
weather balng again to blame. Secretary
T. P. Langhans was absent on account of
the illness of his child. Nothing of Im-
portance was done.
Illness or Hr. Patterson.
N. Patterson, the Market st. florist,
who has been conflned to his bed since
last December, suffering with Brlght's
disease. Is very low, and hardly expected
to recover. E. C. Reinrman.
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I "Jadoo" Fibre. \
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1000. DOUBLE HARDY SEEDLING CAR-
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stock, prepaid, CK6I1.
MORRIS FLORAL CO., Morris, III.
t-'MFw mnrrvHa mewtiow the Ptoaisrs' exchange
CUT SMILAX
$35 00 per 100 strinjif.,
AOIANTUM CUNEATUM
E.ttni line fronds $1.2.'j per 100. Cash withordei
CUSTAVE SCHRADER,
CUT ROSHS.
Fine BRIDE, BRIDESMAID
and PERLE on short notice.
THE NATIONAL PLANT CO.. Dayton, Ohio.
rriNQ ME^TIOH THE FLORIST'S EXCHANGE
SO.OO per 100 liuds and bio.
:$8.00 per 100, cu
It is well for those who order
fore they J
ily opened.
Cash With Order.
WM. A. BOCK,
NORTH CAMBRIDGE, MASS
Choice
Seasonable
Flowers
Smbs
aOHN GUIIL£T (k SON,
MAKtTFAOTUREBS 0»
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REENH0U5&
$l?e Wood Glo.5!) ^o-
ZZ^Ji Scsline. St,
Syra.c.05e,,/4.y.,
Insertion will be given in this column
to all communications free from, anim,us;
but the opinions expressed do not neces-
sarily reflect our own.
Seedlings and Certificates.
Editor Fioriets' Exchange :
I have read Mr. Graham's letter with
more than ordinary Interest as heattempts
to dlfcuss the qnestion at issue mildly and
logically. Mr. Graham is right when he
assumes that I did not intend to say tbat
the judges In question were prt-judlced
save in one way and that Is :
There has been so much said against
graating too many certlflcates that I am
Inclined to the opinion that any set of
judges will be, as a rule, prejudiced against
a variety that Is exhibited lor a certificate,
and only a variety that shows some strik-
ing points tbat appeal particularly to that
set of judges will be awarded a certificate.
Mr. Graham's Jhypothetlcal case gives
the variety 84 points— one point short of
the required number, and a certificate is
refused. Change the judges and the result
is 93 points, and a certificate is granted.
Now so long:aa the system in vogue gives
such widely varying results, of what value
is it to the buyer? What does it deter-
mine for him f How much reliance can
he place In certificates given under such a
system? The past record shows that cer-
tificated varieties have failed commercially
quite as frequently as those not certificated
and the purchasing public have refused to
like those certificated as well as those that
were not.
Again, flower buyers do not buy accord-
ing to a scale of points, and there Is a wide
divergence in tastes. A judge from Boston
will differ from one from Chicago on
shades of color, as well as on other points.
The main objection that I can see in
judging at Cincinnati is that it was done
competitively. As Mr. Graham himself
stated, "some of the seedlings were so
close when scaled as to make it diflScuIt
for the judges to decide which variety of
the same class should have the certificate."
If there were two varieties, each a marked
improvement on existing varieties, each to
be placed upon the market daring the
same season, each of such excellence as to
make it hard to tell which was best, ought
not both to have had a certificate ? It has
been admitted that no one can foretell as
to adaptability. What if, when sent out,
these two varieties vary and the non-
certificated one proves the better of the
two?
The position that seems to me to be the
correct one is that, if the Society Is to
grant commercial certificates, any variety
showing a marked improvement over va-
rieties of the same class already in com-
merce should be certificated. I believe
this has been the rule In awarding chrys-
anthemum certificates, and it should be
the rule with carnations.
Under the competitive system the seed-
ling grower who is able to show his va-
riety in the best form wins the certificate,
and bis seedling goes on the market her-
alded with a boom, while the variety
standing second in condition gets a black
eye, loses sales, even when put to the final
judgment— I.e., submitted to the public by
introduction— it proves by far the better
commercial fiower.
That It Is an Injustice to give one va-
riety the advertising advantages of a cer-
tificate, and deny it to another when the
variance is but one per cent., is apparent,
and is giving one seedling grower an un-
fair advantage over another in marketing
his product.
Climatic differences have thus far not
been considered in this discussion, yet It is
well known that many varieties succeed
locally, but very few are universally suc-
cessful, and the only way this can be de-
termined is by actual trial in each lo-
cality.
A clear consideration of the case from
the light of past experience, as well as
from the views brought forth in this dis-
cussion, leads me to offer the following
conclusions:
lat. The awarding of certificates for the
purposes of commercial advertising is
questionable.
3cl. But if such certificates are to be
awarded, any variety showing marked im-
provement over varieties already In com-
merce should be entitled to a certificate,
80 tbat the society should not stand in the
position of booming any one particular
variety and frowning upon another.
3d. That any scale of points that may be '
devised will prove defective in judging for
certificates.
4tfa. Tbat if seedling growers under-
stand that the commercial fate of their
seedlings depends on the opinion of a few
judges cho.<:en at random, they will cease
to present their seedlings to the Society,
but win prefer the safer and less expensive
method of submitting them at once to the
final arbitrators, the public, who do not
purchase by scales of points, bttt becaxiss
the flowers please them.
Charles W. Ward.
QuKE^8, N. Y.
Free Seed Distribution.
Editor Floriats^ Exchange:
Your correspondent, T. W. Wood, Eeq.>
in bis article, page 3T6, takes our quota-
tion, " partaker being as bad as the thief,"
sadly too much In earnest, evidently think-
ing we are, or were, maklug an attack
on the moral character of those who had
been favored, or participants In the Gov-
ernment contracts. No such a meaning
was ever intended. Being personally ac-
quainted with every one In the trade hold-
ing these contracts, we believe them all to
be men of strict moral and business integ-
rity, men tbat would hoc or any position
In life, men that all other men are prond
to acknowledge as friends and competitors,
in business. The quotation was used as a
simile, without the slightest Intention of
refiecting on moral character or butinesa
reputation of any one.
Let us now repeat what we have often
said before: Welelieve the free seed dis-
tribution, as It has been carried on for the
past twenty years, a travesty of the act
passed creating the Department of Agri-
culture, through which the abuse has been
made possible, the seed trade of our coun-
try seriously Injured, and tbat it is a blot
on our national character. We bellevealfo
tbat our representatives in Congress, by
voting for the appropriation necessary to
carry on this work, not only stultify them-
selves, but do their constituents great in-
justice in the matter of taxation and in the
injury they infiict on one of our most use-
ful Industries. We believe, too, that every
seedsman in our country at heart con-
demns and deplores the practice as a blow
fatal to their own interests. At the same
time, we ask, is there a seedsman who
would not eagerly grasp the opportunity
to enrich himself through the Govern-
ment's kind favor, even though he knows
the result to be an injury to the seed busi-
ness, consequently to his competitors ?
Now let us look at the principle we
wished to establish and defend. Every
seedsman in the land has united in a peti-
tion to Congress to withhold the usual ap-
propriation to carry on what every one
considers an abuse; with what effect? Mr.
Wood says, on page 375: "The Senate
Committee on Appropriation has, up to
this time, declined to hear a committee of
the seed trade in opposition to the appro-
priation for free seeds; they, like the
House of Representatives, having deter-
mined to pass the Bill without considering
its clauses." From this it appears very
evident that the present Congress is as
deaf to all appeals for justice in this
matter as their predecessors; they were
not only deaf, but dumb and blind to the
interests which the original act was in-
tended to promote, viz., the building up of
new industries, which would set idle
hands at work on idle lands. It was not
Intended to distribute seeds of any kind,
the growing of which was already an es-
tablished industry.
According to the report of the chair-
man of the committee appointed at the
meeting of the seed trade, an appeal must
he made from the decision of the present
Congress to the people. Is the press of our
country going to take up the fight as long
as the seed trade— the most InBuentiai and
highly respected ones— are participants in
it? As well might a man preach tem-
perance and hang out a sign ad-
vertising, "The best of liquors for
sale here." No; public opinion must
be aroused. The press must take a
hand in it, for. If there Is anything the of-
fice-holder and office-seeker respects and
fears, It is the spirit of the press. It the
seedsmen will unite and say to the de-
partment, We will no longer participate
in a work that is injurious to the craft and
at war with every phase of political econ-
omy, they will command the respect of
the press; they will be heard, and their
case will win.
We have on our desk the regulation
number of packets, such as each represen-
tative sends his constituents. Now we
would like to ask the dealer that puts them
up. If they are truly first-class seeds in
every respect? Are they just the same as
they would send me from the store, if I
sent them twenty-five cents, which Is the
catalogue rates? Truly, we believe they
are justasgood, the reputation of the firm
warrants that belief. If so, will not every
April 17, 1897.
THe F^LORiSTS* Exchange.
419
LORD & BURNHAM CO.,
OORTICULTURAL ARCHITECTS AND BUILDERS,
STEAM AKD HOT WATER HEATING EMGIKEERS.
Plans and Estimates furnished on application
Lar(«*t Builders .
:HTj:Ria: 00.,
ARCHITECTURAI, OFFICE, 160 FIFTH AVE.: OOR. 21st STREET, NEW YORK
Factoryi Irvlneton-on.Hudson, New York. Mention"-—
6REEP0DSE HE|1TI|I6 PHD VE|TIL|ITI|lil,
e and Building.
[litcIiing^^Go
Horticultural Architecture and Building.
Mention paper.
ESTABLISHED 1844.
233 Merear Street, NEW YORK
FIVE PATTERNS OF BOILERS.
NINETEEN SIZES,
Perfect Sash Kaising Apparatus.
Roseiiouses, Greenhouses, Etc., of Iron
Frame Construction erected complete.,
or the Structural Iron "Work ship-
ped ready for erection.
Iron Frame Benches with the
" Perfect Drainage Bench Tile"
or Slate Tops.
SEIMD 4C. I>OSTAGE EOR II,I,t;»TRATED CATAUOGITE.
one that is in want of seed strive to get
them from tiie government free, rather
than pay five cents per paper for the same
fri'u the seedsman?
Tje worst feature of the Free Seed dis-
tribution is that reputable seedsmen have
taken the contracts to supply the govern-
ment, instead of the Department going
into the open market for their supply, as
formerly. When government bought Its
seeds in bulk, and put it up at the Depart-
ment, they got, in many, if not most in-
stances, the vilest seeds possible ; so worth-
less were they, the gardener would not use
them ; they were thrown aside because of
the unsavory reputation of the government
seed store. Now the case Is very different;
mark the change. Burpee, Wood, May,
and Ullathorne, each have an enviable
reputation, the seeds they sell are classed
among the best, and the consumers will
use them Instead of throwing them in the
Are, and here is jast where it hurts the
legitimate seed trade. Everybody knows
that the seeds pnt up by the parties men-
tioned, will be just as good coming from
Washington, as from the dealers direct,
and the seeds will be used.
This, gentlemen, is the way you are
stabbing the trade under the " fifth rib,"
and you cannot injure others without
yourselves being injured. Your customers
will very naturally ask: Why do you
charge me five cents per packet for
seeds and the government three-fourths of
a cent for the same f You certainly can-
not go back on quality, under your guaran-
tee of 98 per cent, purity. And if the seeds
you send through the Department are just
as good as yon send direct to the consumer
from your stores (and we believe they are)
why should anyone send to you when he
can get them for nothing? Just consider
this matter for a moment, and see if you
are not directly responsible for some of the
ills the trade has fallen heir to.
As long as the government bought
trash, that no one, or, at least compara-
tively few used, no one was materially In-
jured but the tax payers, but now the
seeds are bought from responsible, respec-
table parties, the injury is shared by all
the trade.
L, not wishing to hide under a ■nom de
plume, subscribes himself— Yours very
truly, C. L. Allkn.
American Pomological Society.
In response to an invitation of the Ohio
State Hortlcnltural Society, the twenty-
fifth biennial session of the American
Pomological Society will be held in the
city of Columhm, Ohio, on September 1,
2, and 3, 1897 Every effort will be made
to obtain the most favorable rate over all
roads and connecting lines leading into
Columbus, for all attendants, and most
hospital entertainments have been prom-
ised by the Ohio pomologists. The pro-
ceedings of the session will be of great
practical value to the pomological interests
of the nation. A circular program of pro-
ceedings will be issued in proper time also
announcing railroad rates and hotel fare
for the session.
For further information address the
Secretary's oflSce at Lawrence, Kan., or
the President at Augusta, Ga.
P. J. Bebckmans, President.
G. C. Bbackett, Secretary.
STANDARD VENTILATING MACHINE.
NONE
EQUAL IT
IN
Strength
AND
Durability
Send tor Catalogue.
NOTHING
Flimsy
OR
Complicated
about it.
E. HIPPARD. YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO.
IK VOW W^ANT
A GOOD SASH LIFT
For a Very Little Money'.Get
SUMMER IN WINTER
By Usinsr
Standard Greenhouse Boilers
One oent ffets oar Oatalogrne,
GIBLIN & CO., . Dtlca, N. Y.
ETans' IiproTsd Chilleige.
m:astica
MASTIC A and MASTIC A GLA2;iMO
HACHIKiES were given Highest Award of
8. A. F. at Pittsburg. Address for circular,
F. 0. PIERCE CO., (70 Fulton St., N. Y.
Sole Manafaotarers.
5 Chadborn's Automatic ^
} CHADBORN, KENNEDY & CO. }
LNEWBURGH, N. Y. ?
THE FLORIBT'S EXCMUHGr
mm
VALVES,
FITTINGS
COLBWEJyZ-
WILCOX CO.,
Newburgh, N. Y.
Mention paper.
Would Sell the Earth.
Olay Center, March 23, '87.
I SPRAY PUMPS I
§! The Best in the World. #
I
I
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I
* CHARLES J. JAGER COMPANY, t
^ , 7* HIGH ST., BOSTON, M«SS. ||
Send for Catalo-juo and S|.tci
The Strength of a Child
puBlies the "Simolex" Hose Mender Into place.
No tools required.
The Strength of a Horse
l<:-inch or U'Inch bv mnil, lOcts.
Ooupllngs -iS CIS. per aet.
ELECTRIC HOSE
can be bent double, twisted Into any shape,
or run over by teams without Injury. Send
KING & KNIGHT. 3B E.
Street, Boston
Modern Greenhouse
Heating.
One of our boilers, 10,880 feet of two
inch pipe, and sixty tons of coal will heat
22,400 feet of glass (four 20x200 feet
double gable houses) to 65 degrees in
coldest Winter weather ; they have done
it, and will do it for you — we guarantee
it. Our boilers are not only the best of
their Ijind, but the best made. They have
the largest "firebright" direct surface,
are the easiest cleaned, handled and set
up ; and from engineering facts, they are
the ideal frictionless, economical water
heating boilers of our day.
Plenty's Horticultural Works,
148-156 Randolph Ave.,
JERSEY CITY, N. J.
For Descriptive Catalogue Send to
J. D. CARMODY, Evansvllle, Ind.
CfPRESS
IS HUCH MPHE PmUUHJttHAN PINE.
SASH BARS
\Z net txJLENGTH OR LONGER.
REENHOUSjE
iiK BUILDINS MATtRIAL. .
SenAfereurltlustrAted BooK
ifrsUSES."
b'urSpeci&i Greenhous»CfHcul»r.
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Send
JOHN C.
\M0N1NG^5
4T2T0422
HAWTHORNE AV.
\CH1CAG0,ILL,
I wniTINa MINTION TM« fLOHHT*'
420
CUei I^H I V¥ Field-grown, 2 yrs. old, 11.10 por 10;
CnnLlon in ISOOpenoO. lyr.old. OOCIS, p^rH;
,5,00perm HELIiNTHUS ■"'■'"ci?,^„1?£Tder.
DANN & SON. Wesifield, >.Y.
Caruotions.— All the novelties of tbe season.
Standard varleiiCB trom i>^ Inch pots, $2,00 per 100
Busby plants for summer flowering, 4.00
Cbryaanihetnumni.— All tbe best standard varie-
ties, from pots, $2 00 per ICO.
Mrs. H. Ri.blnBOn,»3.00per 100.
Clematis flnmmula.-Stront; plants from 3 Incb
pots. $5.0U per ILO ; HO.OU per 1000.
C. EISELE. nth & Jefferson Streets. Philadelphia. Pa
WHEN WRITINQ MENTION THE rtORISTS' EXCHAHCt
SPRING STOCK-SPECIAL.
GeTaninma, eight Al Tarletlei, tiogle and double,
S^-ln. potB. $3 per UO.
ColeuB. twelTe beat varieties, rooted cattingB, 125
for »1, by mall, oar selection. Golden Bedder.
VerschatreUit. Firebrand, J. Goode and Fire
Salvia,' PreB. Carnot, Dwarf Scarlet, 2.in polB, t3
Aeernluin, blue and white. Dwarf, 2-in. potB, $2
per 100. Cosh with order,
AI.EX. nicBRlDE, AlplBUD, N. Y.
IfcHEN WRITING MENTION THE ruOHISTS' EXCHANGE
■WE PAY THE EXPRESS
Coleus. 50 varieties, 65 cts per lUO; U 50 per lOCO.
feverfew, Lll tie Gem, »1 00 per ICO, |8 00 per 1100
Allernanlhera A. Nana, W) cts. per 100; t3.50
per 1000.
Fiichalas, best varieties, »1 CO per 100, 18.00 per ICOO
Cigar Floni, »1.00 per 100,
Tbe above are Roottd Cuttings.
't'oO per"™"' " " "" '°°™' '""
C. A, HARRIS & CO., Delanson.N.Y.
GERANIUMS
Doable Grant 2^ in., $2.00 per 100.
Paiisies, in bud and bloom, $1.25 per 100.
Stnllax, from flats, 60 cts. per 100.
Carnation, Geranium, Golden
Bedder and Verscliafleltll Coleus
CuttlnjfS, $1.(10 [jer U)U, free by mall.
Cash with Order.
EVERITT & INSALL, Hackettstown, N. J.
WHtH OmiTlMO MENTIOri THE n.OBISTS' tXCHANGE
FINE PLANTS CHEAP.
Per iro
Geraninma, Double Grant, 3-Kin. pots.. .$2 00
Begonia Vernon, line, 2H-in. pots 2 00
Coleus, 2H.fn. pots 2 00
Salvia Splendens, 2J^-in. pots 2 00
Rooted Cuttings, Coleus, Gerauiums, Be-
gonias, Violets, Salvias, &c 75
CASH WITH ORDER.
NICHOLAS AMOS,
Keystone Conservatory, Crestline, Ohio.
APRIL OFFER.
Per 100
400 MnrgueriteXParlBDalflylSin. pots ....I6.U0
Allernnnlherus red and yellow 2.00
Geriiuinina standard var. 2i^ in. pots 2.60
Ueraniniiin '■ bin. pots 3.60
PansleB.darkcolorsfrom cold frames lOtO.JS. l.tO
SmilBX, ready April 1st. 2 In. pots 160
Coitus, good varieties 2.00
CASH WITH ORDER.
JOS. H. CUNNINGHAM, Delaware, O.
WHEN WRrriNG MEN^ON THE rcOWISTS' EKCHANGE
ROOTEp CUTTINGS. Good Ones
Fuchsia*, 12 '■ .'ii i is. perdoz.
.Kew'ciant AlyMum A u , ... 1 1 in \ i.u- 'v ! Is!
Oupheiil.laveiiorOlL:i>ri'i)M,i "^t-.
MeslounPrlmrotieB A .\l'*mi1 niii 'I'rr.-;,
CoIeuB, 12 cts, ChrynuntlicmumK auts
Rosesf 25cts. per doz. Po:itage Ic. per doz. CASH
PILLSBITKV'S BEST t'AKNATION SrPPORT.
I.L. PILLSBURY, Catesburg, ill.
WHEN WRITING MENTtOW THE FtOWISTS* EXCHANGI
STILL LEFT
; Several thousand GERANIUMS,
Mostly Heteranthe, La Favorite and
double pink. Strong 2i< inch pots, $2
per 100; |18 per 1000; i inch pots, $7
per 100.
PALMS— Latania Bovbonica, 2 in. pots,
$3.75 per 100; $25 per 1000.
Otalieite Oranges, $3 per 100; R, C, $15
per 1000.
Heliotrope, i and 5 inch pots $7 per 100.
CARNATIOXS-Scott, McGowan and
Fisher, 3 incli pots, $3 per 100.
Begonia Marguerite, 2^4 inch, |3 per 100
GEO. A. MEAD,
JMaple Grove Greenhouses,: SpringfieW, 0
The Fii-oRisTS' Exchange.
100,000 VERBENAS.
Fine pot plants, S2.60 per 100; $20 per 1000. Rooted Cuttings, 7Scts. per 100; $6.00 per 1000.
$60.00 per 10,000.
* NO R\JST OR TUVILDEJni*
Packed light and satisfaction guaranteed. Send for circular.
tVe are the largest growers of Verbenas in the country. Our plants cannot be surpassed.
il^'J™ J. L. DII^LON, Bloomsburg, Pa.
LARGEST AND BEST STOCK OF
PREPARED CYCAS LEAVES
TO BE KOUPJD AMVWHERE
Metal Floral Designs, Sheayes, Dores, Baskets, Moss Wreaths, Wheat, Milkweeds,
Cape Flowers, Wire Work, and all Florists' Supplies.
Write for catalogue. Free to the trade.
A. HERRMANN, 404-412 East 34th Street (Near Ferry), New York,
Manufacturer of METAL FLORAL DESIGNS, Importer and Dealer In FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.
GYGAS LEAVES and FUNERAL SHEAVES
BASKETS AND SUPPLIES,
SEEDS MND SPRING BULBS.
At wholesale only; apply for lists. Address
AUGUST ROLKER & SONS, NEW YORK,
1 36 and 138 West 24th Street. P. 0. Station E.
Florists' Supplies... fHf
COUNTRY
Sy GALAX LEAVES Bky
H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.,
58 N. FOURTH STREET, PHILADELPHIA, PA.
WHEN WRrriNO MEWnOM THE FCORISTS' EXCHAMCE
FRESH IMPORTATION
Color Brilliant Scarlet. Fine Bulbs. Price per
per case of
4,000, $30.00. Price per case of 1000, $10.(
ArewLaroeSte.sQYCAS REYOLUTA
6-12, 12-24, 24-36 inches. Price on application.
C. H. JOOSTEN, 193 Creenwich St., New York.
<^\ 0\^K
, I J Wntyshy
,_^,\"1r 71 SuinnicrSl
— ^V^ A\H.rose,W\ass.
The abffve is in use by Hugh f laham Philadelphia; C. .J. Pennoek, Kennett
Siuaip Pa Cs Swayne Kennett S ju tie Pa J. M. Palmer, Keuuett Siiuare, Pa. ;
1 iin ck E sharpie s Cjiiccid Pi st \ n Mortensen, Southampton, Pa.; .J. H,
'Ii\loi Bij I le L I \ s Bum \\o3dbide, L. I., and many others in New
\ tk New Jersey and Pcnusjl\inn
WHEN WHITBItt *EHT10» THE n.OBIST8- EXCHANGE
.GERANIUMS.
The verj^ beat varieties, strong plants, from
2^ incb pots, ready for 4 inch. $3.60 per 100-
J20.00 per 1000. Heteranthe, Le Pilotte, White
Swan, 8. A. Nutt, Gen. Grant, Bishop Wood.
Ivy Geraniums, double yarietiea. $3.00 per
ICO. Selected stock of Marie Louise, rooted
runners, also California Violets at $8 per 100.
Ceo. H. Benedict, Yorkville, N. Y.
WHEN WnrriNO mention the FLOKISTS- tXCHANOa
Alternantheras, Begonias and Geraniums.
Verstcolo:
Beeonla ThurstoDl, ;
Majoraod
.00 a 1000. expresB.
B. Argentea Gut-
ioz.; Mixed Varietlea. 40c. i
:Seraniainti* Mt. Snow, 50c. a doz,: Paul BruanU
$2.50 a 100; $18.00 a 1000; Mme.aallerol. iOc. a doi ;
13.00 a LLO.
fine grown plants, and ready
BETSCHER BROS. OFFER
Very Fine Ger
BETSCHER BROS., Ca
Rooted Cuttings.
CASH PRICES. ^
Stronj; pot plai
and standard Tarl
tlom, Wm. Scott.
" ■ ■Qperior
H. Cai
loom' »2 50 p
r 100 :'»10.W_[
le^-tfolTsOc
. ^.... „.>s, nianimG.u,
00 per 1000 by express.
)onble Petnnlaa, tl^Op
E. FRYER,
Railroad Ave. and Hill St.,
BROOKLYN, N. Y.
WRITING MENTION THE FtORISTS'
DON'T GET LEFT
But Get Your Orders in for Rooted Cuttings,
PerKOO
Coleus Verschaffeltil and Golden Queen.. |6 00
Coleus 111 variety 4 00
Ageratum, Dwarf, Blue and White 5 IW
Heliotrope, 6 vftrleties
Salvia Splendens
POTTED PLANTS.
BegonlaVernni
Geraniums, n<
$30.00 per lOCO.
Per 10»
3 8hape,3inch pote $3 00
" 4 inch pots 6 00
.Great Bedder8,2}^iu.pot82 50
wering sorts, i^ inch pots.
Geran
$30.00 per lOOD. 500 at 1
Cash with '
J. E. FELTHODSEN, Schenectady, N. Y.
4 NOVELTIES:4
HELIOTROPE, Lemoine's Giant,
Brunnt, 21nch 3 00
COjSAIOs, New Dnrarl early bloom-
ASTBRS.^NeW JeWel. "4"coiorB,'2 in, I 60
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
Rooted cuttiDKB now ready, thoroughly well-
rooted, Benj. Glroud. Marq. de Montmort, M.
Hendcrson.Mrs. W. H. Rand, Merry Monarch,
F. Pullman, Mayflower, Rlnaldo, W. W. Coles,
Mrs. P. Palmer, Maud Dean, Pink Ivory, Er-
minllda, MlsB M. M. Johnson, Helen Bloodgood.
Mrs. II. McK. Twombly. »2.C0 per 100. The
Queen. C. Chalfant, Ma]. Bonnaffon, W. H.
Lincoln, Gloriosum. Mutual Friend. Silver Cloud,
Vlviand-Morel, G. W. Chllds, Nlveus, etc., at
$150 per 100. by mall.
Geraniums, 21 choice double and single 100
lOno'ceJalfinms, 2b' Varteties! i Tn.' pots'. '. .*tm
Grevillea Robusta, 2
100, $5.00 and 18 00.
HollyhockB. < hartler's
blooming plants, 4 col
2 year old, from oppn |i
AKeratum, blue.^wblti
Cash with order, please.
BEOBGE J. HUSHES, Berlin. M.J.
WMEHWIRmNO MENTION THE FlOfllST-S EXCHAnir
We are a
straight slioot and
aim to grow into a
vi0oro,iS
plant
A WEEKLY
MEDIUM
OF
INTERCHANGE
FOR FLORISTS
NURSERYMEN
SEEDSMEN
AND
THE TRADE
IN
GENERAL.
m. IX. NO.
17.
NEW YORK,
APRIL 24,
1897
One Dollar Per Year.
PITCHER & MANDA
\/\/|LL CONTINUE their special low offer of
-^^^Excelsior Dwarf Pearl Tuberoses.
$6.00 per tOOO; 5000 for ^25.00.
PLEASE REMEMBER '.;;LV"uTow^^"ir•■^4?o•'J fn^\T?iaYafor/5'otl;
■cent, ot 1 inch bulbs. Our bulbs are SELECTED ; some of our customers say they are the
best bulbs they ever saw, both as to size and quality.
JAPANESE t,Il,IES-Auratuiiis and Speciosums— Will accept orders for a few
days longer at the special low prices quoted in special number of FcORisrs' Exchange.
■G1,%DIOHJS-Florist8' Extra White and Light. THE BEST $26 00perlOOO.
Standard White and Light 13.50 per 1000.
FERNS-
We otter, tor immediate delivery, a specially flue stock ot ADIANXUM CUNE-
ATUM, which can be at once shifted from the present size Into 5 inch pots. Intending
purchasers, before ordering elsewhere, would do well to send to us for a sample plant.
3 iQoh pots. •~.00 per 100 j 865.00 per 1000.
ASSORTED FERNS, for Fern dishes and jardinieres. A fine assortment ot all
the best hardy varieties, '^ inch pots. S4.00 per 100 j S3S.00 per 1000.
LATANIA BORBONICA.
PITCHER & MANDA, Short Hills, N. J.
JOHN N. MAY, Receiver.
COCOS WEDDELIANA.
NEW CLIMBING
ITELLOW RAMBLER
ROSE.
in any quantity, fine, strong, healthy plants, 2'A inch pots, at $15.00 per 100 ; $126.00 per 1000
The Only Hardy Yellow Climbing Rose Yet Introduced.
A Worthy Companion to the Wonderful Crimson Rambler.
This new Rose bids fair to have as wonderful a sale as its predecessor, the Crimson Rambler
We have a large stock of it, and offer it at the following exceedingly low prices, viz.:
Strong Plants, 2!4 Inch pots, $2.50 per doz.; Sis.oo per 100.
" " 3'A " 3.50 " 25.00
Full description of this valuable novelty, also a beautiful colored illustration of same, j
reproduction of a painting by the celebrated artist, Paul de;Longpr6, will be found in ou
descriptive catalogue, which will be sent on application to any one who may not havi
rAftAiverl it.
NEW ROSE, PRES. CARNOT
fine, strong, healthy plants, 2'yi inch pots, at $15.00 per 100
x^ WINTER-FLOWERING ROSES
is large and in exceptionally fine shape. We offer all the leading varieties as follows:
Perle, Bride, Meteor, Uridesmaid, Mme. Cusln, »5 per 100 ; »40 per 1000.
Mme. CaroDite Testout, Kaisertn Aagasta
Victoria and Mrs. Plerpoiit Morgan «6 per 100 ; »50 per 1000.
American Beauty «9 per lOO ; J|80 per 1000.
Our Wholesale List and Complele Descriptive Catalogue will be Sent Free on Application
to any who may not have received them.
F. R. PIERSON CO..
TARRYTOWN-ON-HUDSON, NEW YORK.
TUBEROUS BEGONIAS ^D^ TUBEROSE PEARL
At lowest Wholesale Rates in Quantity. Write for Prices.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGC
SEND FOR OUR PRICE LIST OF
If You Have Not Received One.
FLOWER AND VEGETABLE SEEDS IN PACKETS.
We Do Not "Commission" or Place Seeds Out "On Sale."
But we supply Florists with seeds put up in handsome colored packets for retailing
at $1.25 per 100, or $10.00 per 1000. These Packets, besides having a lithograph ot the Flower
theoommoaand botanical name on the trout, have a description ot the flower and •ultura
directions on the back and a blank space for name and address, which will be printed on same
if ordered in 1000 lots or more. SEND FOR SAMPLE.
Price of Peas, Beans and Corn in Pacltets, $4.00 Per 100.
DWARF PEARL TUBEROSE BULBS, 4to6inche8in
circumference, $7.50 per 1000.
TUBEROUS ROOTED BEGONIAS, sound stock, 6
colors, separate, $3.00 per 100.
GLOXINIAS, named varieties, $5.00 per 100.
In Making Up Your Order for Florists' Flower Seeds, Don't Fail to Include Some
mU DEFimCf MIGIIIIHmi S^^SSs
F.E.|ncllLLISTEBr'ir.;rB6BO[ll!10IIISt.)I.Y.
Do we have to have
Canna Burbank?
No! The past four years have shown there are very
few things you
Have to Have
But
for more than four years the Florists of
the world have been looking for a
Pure Yellow Canna.
I Riirhjink' ^'^ have practically a pure yellow, a
in DUrDdriK dower in size more than twice as large
as Madame Crozy, semi-double; and a plant with magnificent
musa=like foliage and a constitution equal to the old Robusta.
Austria is not a substitute for Burbank. It is unsalable at 15c.
each. Burbank SELLS at $8.00 per dozen, prepaid ON cash orders.
Read the unanimous statements of the S. A. F. Canna Com-
mittee. Ask any Chicago Florist about it.
Vaughan's Seed Store, Sn:i"ur;;r'-
422
The F=lorists* Exchange.
Gladiolus, nne
$6per 1(_, ._ .
Madeira 'Vine, e
per lOU; $13 per lOOO.
gle tuberous rooted,
S3 per 100.
lixed, $1 per 100; $8.60
apd light, mixed, $1.76
60c. perdoz.; $4 per 100.
flrst-clats condition,
strong roots, $1.60
SWEET PEAS.
Blanche Ferry 30c. per lb.
Butterfly 30c.
Boreattoii 30c.
Fine Mixed 25c.
Emily Henderson Sac. "
Invincible Carmine 30c.
Lottie Eckford 40c.
Eckford's Mixed 30c. "
Elliott's Raintiow Mixture $1
WM. ELLIOTT & SONS
NEW YORK.
WHEN WUrriNC MENTION THE rLORISTS- EXCHANCe
GLADIOLUS BULBS!
Extra Wbil
nd Light for Florists. Per 1
Mane Lemoine, Orchid Marked. Per 100, 76c.;
per 1000, $3.25 and $4.60.
Marie Lemoine Bulblets, mostly bloom first
year. 90c. per 1000; 5000 tor $3.76; 10.000 for
$7.00. Medium grade, 65o. per 1000; 8000 for $4.
Onih with order. Uelercnocc. If rcquctted.
JOHN FAT lEHHELL, Orowor, Box MB, Eochsater, H.7.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THS PLODIST-S EXCHANGf
WaHhtnetuiiU robuBtn
Zsmlu Ifiteerirolla, .ou
ArdlMla creniiluta (true), . . . .' l!2fi 10.00
A full line of Ooalter Seeds now in stoclf.
J. L. SCHILLER, Rutherford, N. J,
"HEN WrTlKG MENTION THE FLORIST'S EXCKANG"
HEWmiTFSIIGYGOSPli
THE FINEST i\ THE WORLD.
Six Splendid New VarielieB, 12 per oz..
rate , mixed. «1.50 per oz.; 116 per lb.
New Early, splendid mixed, $1 50 per oz.
CypeioN alternlfolias, II per oz.
Mo! per\ oz"'
CaDiia Mme. Crozy, tl.25 per lb.; splendid mixid
»1 per Ib.i good Ventura mixture. »3.
Beaonla Rex, splendid mixed, UOc. per 1000 seeds ;
»6 per 10.000 seeds.
Besonia wemperflorens, hybrid, splendid mixed
50c. perdoz.
BeKOnia, tibrous, splendid mixed, 50c. per pkt.
Pern
M-8io
splendid mixed, fl per 1
uiiifl, Tricolor, 50c. ner
8.30c. per 100 seeds:
0 seeds; lyy ffera-
ion, 60c.
iedlrac!
Gaillardia "James Kelway,'
ca " Heavenly Blue," *l per oz :
riium Tenax (New Zealand Fla
per 100 s ■ - ' "
) seeds; Jl 25 per 1000 s
i),70c. per 100: 16 per 10
ElegauB (fresb), 40c. per 100 e
Tomato Tre
Curled and Crested, splendid i
Seedlini, 60o. per 100; $4 50
B, tl per 100; »10 per 1000 prep lid.
UBaEusete (freslil.TOc. per 100; 16 per 1000 s
;afortlila Elee
»:i per 1000 seeds
llanuni Iletac
pkt ; 12 50 per oz.
BECONIAS, TUBEROSES and GLADIOLI
pante ooltns— wbite* pink* yell
tttM. Seoond ilse at w oents pet
Choice lot of Tuberous Rooted Begonias.
iisrle,Iarge8
Waud 8Carlet-4ittbefaUawiiuiprloei:-100for SS.OOl &00
TUBEROSE BULBS— Large ilie at «1.00 per 100: (00 lot 03.00; UOOli
t« per lui; don for $1.60; Cooo tor SIM. . ,_ „ . ..„
OLADIOli— Finest mixed colors on the market. Large size, euoo forJ»; W for f4J»
Sr«jiio. rMo£dri.e,nire to flower this Summer, W cent, per 100: 60O tor tipO; 1,000 for IM.OO.
All these Bolba are t^ie best on the market, and I giiaranlee satisfaclioo. PWm. qjote^
y express or freight. If larger qnantitiea ore wanted, ask for speol*! gnatatlou
ra wQI be filled promptly a.lone as it rpmnioF unsold. Address
ILLS, Seedsman. Box 200. Rose HIU. Keiv Vorlt
itlVfor
All
ItooklinUted,
YO^^ REVOLUTA
6-lS, 12-24, 34-36 laches. Price on application.
C. H. JOOSTEN, 193 Greenwich St., New York.
CEEDS for Profit
pii=«'SwcetPcas|
fj Wholesale Catalogue on application. 5
I WEEBER & DON,_.''r^^"^r |
AUCTION SALE.
about to relinquish the growing of
shall sell at public auction, without
about the first week in May, of the
be given later, (unless dis-
sale), all my plants
SUMMER FLOWERING
^BULBS._^
GHAS. H. ALLEN, Floral Park, N. Y.
WE AKE HEADQUARTERS ON i
I BULBS FOR FORCING,
FLOWER SEEDS FOR FLORISTS,
ENGLISH MUSHROOM SPAWN.
. PRICES ON APPLICATION.
JOHN eAROINER & CO., Seedsmen,
Box 1306, Philadelphia, Pa.
NOW IS THE TIME TO ORDER
FRESH STOCK,
JUST ARRIVED.
IMIRYLIIS JOHNSOmi,
EXTRA LARGE BULBS.
Send me your list of such stock you
will need the coming season, and I will
quote you my bottom prices for first-
class goods.
F. W. O. SCKMITZ,
JERSEY CITY, N. J.
WHEN WRrriNO MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANOC
HEADQUARTERS FOR
GallasaqflFieesiaBiillis
PAMPAS PLUMES,
Palm, California Tree and Flower Seeds.
SPECIAL PRIC
GERMAIN FRUIT GO. Los Angeles, GaL
Some of
Our Import Prices.
Per 1000
Miniature Hyacinths, in 3 separate
colors $8.00
Bedding Hyacinths, in 3 colors 16.00
Cheap Named Hyacinths, in 10 sorts. . . 24.00
Al. Hyacinths, In 10 sorts 36.00
TULIPS.
Scarlet Duo van Thol 2.60
Waterloo 6.60
Ohryaolora 6.60
Eeizerskroon 6.00
L,a Relne 3.76
Proserpine 13.50
Rose Grla de Line 10.60
Yellow Prince 7.60
MuriUo. , , 11.50
Tournesol 10.00
Narcissus von Sion 10.00
Spiraea Compacta 36.00
HVLSEBOSCiJBIIOTiJEJIS,
ENGLEWOOD, N. J.
posed of at pri'
consist of the following
choice Koses, one, two and th
arieties: About 6000
nd ready for
ibout 50 named 1
1 cold f ran
ads of the choicest varieties ;
e finest and best varieties of
~5 named varieties
, In i, 6, 6 and 7 in.
luudreds of large
and each plant named
pots, together with soi
plants in large pots; i
difi'erent kinds, some large pli
drobium Nobile, Pbajus, &c., &o.; also
about 60 Cypripedium Insigne and others,
grown in large flats, having had from 26 to SO
of th(
fact I refused
fall.
terest than that
value. There are 300 or more Palms for decor-
ative purposes, consisting of Kentias, some
large8pecimensArecaLute8cens,Verschaffeltli,
Latania Borbonica, Rhapis Flabelliformis, some
over 6 feet with 13 and more stems, grand
plants. Cocos Plumosn, 7 to 8 feet, Chamserops
Excelsa, Phcenix Kupicola, Reclinata and
others, Pandanus Veitchii, &c.,&c.; 300ormore
Picus Elastica, 18 in. to 8 feet, a large lot of
Ferns of sorts and about 400 Farleyenee in 3, 4
and 6 in. pots. 100 or more Aspidistras, large
and flue plants with 13 and more leaves and
some variegated ; s large lot of Azaleassultable
for large decorations, 2000 or more Geraniums
in 4 in. pots of choice bedding kinds ; 2000 Car-
nations in pots, 3 in.; lOOOCamias in pots, many
coming in bloom, all choice kinds, named, many
of them seedlings as flue as the best, some pure
yellow without spot and many dwarf. Marie
Louise Violets, in 3 in. pots, ready for planting
out and some in frames. Caladium Esculeotum
in pots with leaves ; 300 or more Asparagus
Plumosus Nanus ; 150 Hotbed Sash, 6 feet, to-
gether with thousands of miscellaneous plants
too numerous to mention. All good salable
JAm'eS PENTLtND, Florist, B<IIMORE, IMD
1 WRITIHC MENTION THE W.ORIST-B EXCHANOC
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Pays Well Even out of Season.
My advt. in regard to the Model
support In your March 6th number, although (
"• season, proved a good iavestment.
„ ^, THEBON PARKER.
Brooilyn, N. Y., March 80, '97.
April 24, i?97-
Th
F'LORISTS"
■XCHHNGI
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Points and Information from
Interested in this column, solloited. Address
Editor SUBD Thadb, care of Florists' Ex-
OHANOB. P. O. Box 1697. New York.
Bermuda Bulbs.— la the price list of a
Bermuda bulb grower just to hand, the
f oUowlag proviso Is inserted : " Should any
duty be imposed by the American govern-
ment during the coming season, the
amount of duty to be paid by the pur-
chaser." The same grower informs would-
be purchasers that "flowers with long
stems are not out for sale, thereby weaken-
ing the bulbs."
For the same reason, neither should
flowers with short stems be cut for sale ;
and what a boon to the American florist
It would be if a similar statement were
made, and Its verity vouched for by every
bulb grower in Bermuda. Receipts of
180.000 lily buds by one steamer, however,
would seem to indicate that some cutting
Is being done somewhere In the Islands.
How is Trade?— We can truly say, so
far as the legitimate trade Is concerned,
and by that we mean the trade in vegetable
seeds, and in a certain line of florists'
flower seeds, it was never more active,
while the sale of novelties, particularly
those only novel in name, seeds that people
can do without, was never worse. AH our
industries, but more particularly our agri-
cultural industries, have been so paralyzed
for the past two years that the farmers'
wives have not had the money to pay for
flower seeds, or for vegetable seeds for that
matter, other than those they were com-
pelled to buy, consequently the mall busi-
ness has suflfertd severely, and in certain
lines terribly. Being In touch with the
trade throughout the country, we find no
complaint so far as the quantity of sales is
concerned, but loud complaints on the
score of profits.
We recently canvassed the trade In Bos-
ton, and found but one opinion, viz , " we
have no cause for complaint, but profits
are small." We do not think that trade
has been as active In New York in years as
at present. Nearly every dealer is from
one to four days behind In flUIng orders,
besides doing night work, as they are al-
ways glad to do. But there comes the
same wail, "prices are so low there Is no
profit." From Philadelphia we hear the
same story in all its detail. Prom the
West, so far as we can learn, the demand
(or ttaples has been active, but fancies go
slow. In certain lines we have never
known more supplementary orders to
come in, which shows as plainly as any-
thing possibly can the state of trade.
When a merchant lays in his usual sup-
ply, and during active trade has to re-
plenish his stock to the amount of 50 per
cent., as a good many have done the
present season, it speaks more plainly than
words that trade is good.
But there is a class of trade that has suf-
fered very badly ; it is the wholesale trade
associated with the retail. There is no
disguising the fact of the great Increase of
middlemen, growers that have turned
merchants, and these are coming in direct
contact with the merchant in supplying
the small retail dealers. Hence the com-
plaint of the old houses In the trade who
do both a wholesale and a retail bualness
These houses, too, have suffered in another
way. Anxious to extend their business,
they have persuaded the country merchant
to handle seeds ; these men in turn soon
found they could do quite a trade In seeds,
and soon began to tire of dividing the
profits with the seedsmen, particularly on
" bulk " seeds ; they began to look around
for headquarters, and they did not have to
look long or far ; the opportunities came
to them, in the form of John Doe, repre-
senting Richard Roe, the largest grower
and Importer of seeds In this or any other
country. They were soon put on the " in-
side trade" track and given " rock bottom
prices," and given no little sympathy, too,
because they had not sooner found out
where and how to buy good seeds cheaply
and enhance their profits. The vast amount
of knowledge of the seed trade these mer-
Acliyraiitlies, 3 leiiJiutt varieties, 2','' inch
Ajieratum, Cope's Pet, 2!i inch pots
AUeniaiitUera Aurea Nana, P. Major 1
Vern
Caiiiias, Alphonse Douvier, 3inch pots
Charles Henderson, 3 inch pots
Explorateur Crarapbel, 3 inch pots
Miss Sarah Hill, Slnch pots
Queen Charlotte, 3 inch pots
Professor, 3 inch pots
New varieties, prices on applic
Ctarysanttaemunis, very fine asjortment.zya inch pots.
HaJlerii
Paris daisy
Daisies, Hardy English,
area, the grand
yellow
3 of 6000 and over
Coleus, 10 leadiuK bedding va
lu leading: bedding varietiei
lOPO ; S6.00 per 1000 in lol
Ccheverla Secunda Glauca,
FarfUKlum Grande, 3 inch pots...
Forsret-Me-Nots, from cold frames.
Dracaena Indlvlsa, 6 inch pots
Fuclislas, very One, 2>i inch pots
Geraniums, very fine
Grevlllea robusta, 4 inch pots..
Heliotrope, SV'a inch pots
■ 1 pots .
2 50
600
2 BO
XRADK I^ISX FREE ON APPI.ICATION.
Cash with order from unkn
i or C. O. n. Orders :
SEAWANHAKA GREENHOUSES
JAS. C. CLARK, Supt.
P O. BOX 34.
F. O. B.. N. Y. City.
OYSTER BAY,
QUEENS CO., N.Y.
WM. L. SWAN. Prop.
chants ROt in a short time from these
agents is truly astonishing. In this way
the number of seed merchants, or rather
the number of men selling seeds, has been
rapidly increased, and the current of trade
less seed.
We cannot judge of the state of trade by
looking in one direction ; we must take it
as a whole, and in so doing we will find
more outlets opened for the distribution
of seeds than the demands called for ; con-
sequently many of these " feeders " had to
dry up, but the effect on the regular trade
was more apparent than real. As one of
the trade said to the writer but a few days
since, in reply to a query as to the stand-
ing of a new star in the firmament, " Oh,
he is one of those annuals in the trade ; he
will never blossom again ; 0. b. d. Is our
motto with such men."
But how is the mall trade this year?
This query is a poser, as the trade Is
transient, and no one can tell where to find
it. In a nearby hamlet are three establish-
ments, the oldest of these is doing a better
trade than for the last four years ; the
youngest, with apparently little effort, is
doing a fine trade, while the other Is rela-
tively doing nothing. It is caprice that
governs this trade, at least some branches
of it. The object for sale does not depend
so much on its Intrinsic worth as upon the
manner of Introduction.
European Notes.
The balmy Spring seems to be slightly
out of condition at present, and the conse-
quence is that things are rather mixed all
round. In the South, near the Basses
Alpes, fine warm weather prevails and all
is favorable. In the West, particularly
the Loire Valley, the land is In many
places so cold and sodden that nothing can
be done. Many of the Spring sowings
have yet to be made, and beets and mangels
have yet to be transplanted. Holland is
cold and late thus far, but no harm has
yet been done. In England, cold and frosty
nights and an occ ;sl..nal snow storm by
day, have had a distinctly unfavorable
effect upon the turnip plants, p Hrticularly
the earliest varieties. Rutabaga also looks
sickly in many places, and it will need at
least three weeks of genial weather to
restore the plauts to health acd vigor.
All over Europe the heavy rains of the
past winter have beaten the soil down as
hard as the highway, andas nothing can be
done to lighten the land just at present,
the weaker plants stand a very poor chance
of ever arriving at maturity. Allowing
full value for every possible improvement
thatmaj/ possibly take place. It is quite
safe to predict that there will not be a sur-
plus of any early variety of turnip for the
coming season. Coarser and hardier var-
ieties are standing rather better, but the
best piece now standing would be lightly
accounted of in a good season.
As regards cabbages, it has been evident
since the drought of 1896 that the crop
must be exceptionally light, the present
condition of the plants, therefore, causes
no surprise. Judging by the reports which
reach us from your side, this disaster may
prove to be a blessing In disguise, but It is
fairly hard on the growers at the pretent
time.
As the reports from all the growing dis-
tricts in the South are so favorable, there
should not be any lack of onion, chicory,
endive or Winter lettuce this season. The
prospects for such flower seeds as are
grown in tbof* districts are also very
promising. EUROPEAN Seeds.
SPjCIMTEIITIOIlOMIIlING
,COLEUS. Crimson Verschaffelll. and best yel-
lows. 15 00 per 1000, 75c. per 100; fancy leaved. HOO
per IOOj. 65c. per 100.
PL,ANTS. Alleinantlieras. red and yelb n
stocky. »1.00 per 100; »6 00 per lUUO.
New''8al?l"'coii%a'cta.''lLC0 per 100. "
Vt*rhf>njl mainmnth. and Pansies from seed
» CI UKUa „[ our own choice strains fine. ll.CO
Pmi*4if»*i transplanted, excellent stock In bud
railhieS> ^„^ bloom. «? so per 10,0; lOOr.tes by
mail; 1000 rates by expresf. Terms cash.
D. K. HERE, Rider Ave., Laiicisler, Pa.
A|Z|M^ we don't claim to be.
IVII«\4 But our Stock is ROTAI,
and Cheap, you seel
Geraniums, 40 best varieties; Fuchsias, 8
varieties; Heliotropes, 3 varieties; Veibenan,
12 varieties; CoIcub, Cupheea, Daisy, Fev<»r-
f«w. Salvia, Flowering Begonias, etc., all
named, 214 in. p.its, our selection, $2.00 per 100.
Carnations, Mrs. Fisher and others, $3.00
per 100
Chrysanthemums, fine stock, 15 varieties,
$3.n0 per 100.
1500 English Ivy, rooted cuttings, strong,
$3.00 per 100.
Speak quick, send cash.
GREENE COUNTY FLOR&L NURSERY,
-White Hall, 111.
VERBENAS
THE CHOICEST VARIETIES and
HEALTHIEST PLANTS GROWN.
STROXG BUSHY PLANTS, in bud and bloom, $2.50 per 100; ?20.«0 per 1000.
STRONG ROOTED CUTTINGS, T.'icts.per 100; $6.00 per 1000; $50 per 10,000.
..... J. I.. DlL,L,ON, Bloomsburgr, Pa
a
Grove P. Rawson's Tested Geranium Novelty
PKACH BLOOM."
A pink bedding Geranium par excellence for sunny exposed situations. Weil rounded
truss of sing^le pips. Growth health y, compact habit, and as free tiloomcr as any of the scarlets,
producing a solid tnasa of pleasing color. »1.00 pordoz., from ^J^ Id. pots, $6.00 per 100,
^M GROVE P. RAWSON, Elmira, N. Y.
WHEM wnrriHa ihention the noRisrs' exchange
LARGEST
and
FLOWERS
FINEST VplcRFNA^ VIGOROUS
FLOWERS ▼ L/lVUJUilikO sTor
STOCK
BEST MAMMOXH, rooted cuttings
OLDKR MAMMOTH, rooted cuttings..
BKST MAMMOTH, ntrong pot plants...
OI^DER MAMMOTH, strong pot planti
STRONG
HEALTHY
CIRIIITIOIIS
ROOTED
CUTTINOS
Jubilee $6 00 $M00
azindy, Ivory.Della Fox, Tii-
Buttercup, M. H. Stanley 3 60 30 OO
Bridesmaid, Meteor, Storm King,
Eldorado, Albertini, Alaska, Day-
break, Puritan 3 00 16 00
Dean Hole, Bouton d'Or 2 60
Thos. Cartledge 2 00
Lizzie-McGowan.Portla, Wm.Scott. 1 60 12 60
STRONG ROOTED CUTTINGS.
Per 100. 1000.
Aceratam. blue and white 11 J5 110 00
Coleaa, all leading sorts 1 00 8 00
Fuchalan, double and sInKle 2 00 16 00
Feverfew, Dwarf Gem 2 00 16 00
Heliotrope, liBhtsnd dark 1 25 10 00
Moon Flower, true J 00 16 00
Wm. Bedman I 2.5 10 00
MISCELLANEOUS PLANTS.
Lantanas, 12 line
I'elargonlnms, 20 fl
Pansies, One strain, transplanied,
„, „ , , »W.0O per 1000 1 25
Tineas Varlegata and Elegans, 4 io. pols.
Cannas, Dornia
; Tubers. Send for
CHRTSIIITIIIMUMS
ROOTED CUTTINGS. POTTED PLAHTS.
Ada Spaulding, Mme. Fred. Bergmann, Helen
Bloodgood, Elinor D. Smith, Harry Man, Oak-
land, Olympus, M. M. Johnson, Jennie Falkner,
M. Kichard Dean, Gladys Spaulding, Mrs.
Henry Robinson, Nemesis, Pink Ivory, Mrs.
McK. Twombly, Niveus, Potter Palmer,
Mrs. S. Humphreys, J. E. Lager. J. H.Tioy,
Harry May, Mrs. J. B.Crane, Frank Thompson,
Dorothy Toler, J. H. Slarin, Pitcher & Manda
Viviand-Morel, Marg. Graham.
Rooted Cuttings, $2,00 per 100: $17.60 per 1000.
From 2)i in. pots, 4.00 " 36.00 ■
Pres. W. K. Smith, Eugene Dallied
Thos. H. Brown, Culllngfordii, Minnie Wana
maker. Miss May Wheeler, Mrs. J. G. WhiUdli
W. H. Lincoln, Mrs. Jerome Jones.
Rooted Cuttings, 81. SO per 100.
From 2(4 In. pota, 3.00
-^a-OOO BROS., FislritLill, N.Y.
: PLORI8TS* CXCHANGI.
424
The F^lorists' Exchange.
Californian Seeds. — At last seed
growers have been able to work their crops.
After several months of rain and cold
weather, the sun again comes forth with
Its warm smiles.
It will be some time, even with the best
of weather, before the seed ranches will be
clear of weeds. Some piec»s of onions, es-
pecially in the low lands, are totally
covered with weeds, while the onions are
in a wretched state. The warm weather,
if not too late, may have some efiEect in re-
viving these crops, but the outlook is not
promising. Red and white onions are es-
pecially suffering. Yellow are holding
their own very well.
Now that the lettuce is growing, it can
be seen that the stand is not the best. In
places where the water stood f&r some
time it drowned out, making the fields
somewhat spotted.
Spinach is a trifle small, and is sending
out Its seed stalks. The crop promises to
be better than the average.
Carrots, leeks and radish are doing well
and making good growth.
Sweet pea s, though late, are now making
fast growth. Volunteer pieces should by
this time be in bloom, but as yet no buds
are visible; the cold weather has held them
back at least a month.
In Mr. Hamilton's article on "Sweet
Peas for Florists," he names the best
twelve varieties, and among them six are
of Californian origin. This speaks very
well for the specialists engaged on this
flower. The time is not far off when the
best introductions will come from the
Golden State. Probably two of the very
best sellers in the San Francisco market
are Lady Penzince and Crown Jewel. The
former is especially fine, and sells atsight.
California is also coming to the front
with fibrous begonias. Some of them
would create a sensation if exhibited
East. They are giant in size, without be-
ing In the least coarse. The leaves have
the most brilliant and glowing colors, be-
ing illuminated most of the time with red,
orange, terra cotta, shading and blending
with the green. They are large and silky
In texture, and are valuable for their foli-
age alone. The flowers are borne In im-
mense clusters, in red and pink. On large
sptcimens there are frequently seventy
flowers in a cluster.
Morning glory and nasturtiums will be
planted about the middle of this month,
and all hope that the late frosts will not
catch them, as they did last year.
California Seeds.
A New Greenhouse Hose.
For several years J. G. c& A. ESLER, of
Saddle River, N. J., have had manufac-
tured for them a special rubber hose, the
lining of which Is of long fibre cotton
duck. This hose, with constant use, has
lasted from four to seven years. They
have now made an arrangement with the
La Favorite Rubber Co. to manufacture
for them this special grade of hose, which
they Intend putting on the market.
St. Louis.
Easter News.
The promise of good trade at Easter
was fully realized. The blustery weather
early in the week gave way on Wednesday
to bright, clear weather, which continued
the remainder of the week. Easter day
was an ideal day.
Stock was scarce the first three days of
the week, and brought fancy prices. From
Thursday on it came on in increased quan-
tity, and continued plentiful all through
the week. Shipping orders were numerous.
Wholesalers were busy on Thursday and
Friday until late at night.
The local trade was exceptionally fine.
Plants enjoyed a call that was unprece-
dented—so much so that it Is conceded that
it divided evenly honors, with cut flowers.
Cut flowers were high— too high said
some of the florists— and not a few refused
to buy more carnations than for actual
orders.
Roses, with the exception of Perle, were
plentiful and mostly of good quality.
There was some picked stock, but not as
much as was seen in previous years.
Extra fancy stock was scarce ; and was
duly apprtciated by the growers; butthere
was enough of medium and second selec-
tion to fill all orders. Carnations were not
plentiful, and brought from $3 to U per
100, according to the quality. There were
no sensational prices obtained for them •
the trade simply refused to buy at more
than $4.
Bulbous stock was abundant, Dutch
hyacinths leading. The light, delicate
shades sold quickly, but dark purple color
had to be forced to effect sales. There
was little call for Romans— their day is
past and no effort conld create enthusiasm
In their behalf. Paper White shared the
same fate. Valley was not much In evi-
dence. Daffodils were plentiful, and sold
well at 13 to $4 per 100. Cut Harrisil was
abundant and up to Saturday so'd readily
at $10 to $13 50 per 100, but dragged after
that, and on Sunday concessions could be
had on round lots. Callas, too, were
abundant and sold well.
Violets were not in over-supply— double
and California sold clean at $1 per 100.
Sweet peas were plentiful, and draegv at
over $1 per ICO.
In pot plants there was a grand showing
of spirfeas, Marguerites and hydrangeas.
Azaleas and cinerarias were scarce, and In
great request on Thursday ; hundreds more
could have been sold could they have been
found. Potted Harrisil were sold out
clean by the growers ; but the florists were
not BO fortunate, and some of them are
displaying them in large quantities In
their windows.
By the way, there were some happy ef-
fects produced In window decorations. I
never saw better harmony and tone effects
than this season, and the best of them
were a divergence from the orthodox
in retail circles everybody seems pleased
with the Easter trade. Church decora-
tions were numerous and all were beauti-
fully executed. Retail orders kept the
store people busy mostly all of Saturday
night filling their orders for Easter morn-
ing. I am told by the manager of the Dis-
trict Messenger service that it took a
small army of messenger boys to help out
the florists. The animation in trade was
general. I hear no complaints from any
source.
Jottings.
Dr. A. S. Halsted and Henry Em-
mons, of Belleville, HI., were visitors to
this market.
Wm. Oughton, of Washington ave., had
a new front put Into his store and for the
Easter trade had a fine display In his two
handsome windows. C. G. F.
Denver, Col.
The volume of Easter business in this
city was about the same as a year ago.
There was a very decided Increase in the
demand for plants aid a falling off in
the cut flower trade. Lilies were in good
demand, with a moderate supply, and
nearly all the growers were cleaned out
Saturday night. The Harrisil disease was
largely responsible for this, as a large num-
ber of blooms was worthless, and even
among those placed on sale a large per-
centage showed the effect of the disease in
the foliage. Next to Harrisil, azaleas and
spirseas sold the best. A few fine [ssonies
in pots were snapped up early. Prices
were lower than a year ago. Azaleas re-
tailed at SI. 50, as agaln.st $2 and $3 50 a
year ago; lilies sold at S3 per dczen.the
same as last year; spireea, 50c., as against
75c. a year ago; roses, 5;1.50 to $2, an aver-
age of 50c. lower than last year, and car-
nations 50c. to 75c., the same as a year
ago. The prices on bulb stock were about
the same as last year: Daffodils and val-
ley, $1; tulips, 75c. and SI, and violets $1.E0
per 100, which was the same last year.
Good Beauty were scarce, but the de-
mand was light, and .$6 to S8 was the high-
est price obtainable. The weather was
perfect, and plants could be delivered
without danger in open wagons, so that
deliveries were easily handled.
Buffalo.
Easter Echoes.
Another Easter gone shows in the
florists' trade In this town probably what
might be a good average result. The ele-
naents, though not so fierce as so vividly
remembered a year ago, were not entirely
favorable, it being rainy and inclining to
cold the latter part of the week, previous
to Easter Sunday, though still just warm
enough that most plants could be deliv-
ered without protection. Though the cut
flower trade was nice and considerable,
the plant business seems to be becoming a
large leader. In Lilium Harrlsii, though
appearances beforehand might have indi-
cated a probable lack of supply for the de-
mand, owing to the uncertain flowering of
some lots, and to the dilapidating ravages
of disease In others, some growers, who
had timed them just right, had such large
numbers that they reached around just
nicely. A few were left over probably in
some cases. They wholesaled, from dealer
to dealer, at 10c. to 12c. per flower, and re-
tailed, as a rule, at 20c. per flower. Azaleas
sold well, all the good plants being in
good demand at what would seem to be
remunerative prices. Hydrangeas of good
quality and nicely in flower were more
plentiful than in recent years. Palms and
other plants In variety, of course, com-
manded their share of attention and sale.
Bulb stock, in hyacinths, seemed to be
rather overabundant and many of them
were wholesaled as low as from $5 to $8
per hundred, the retail price being 15c.,
two for 35o., while many, no doubt, were
sold for less. These were shown In much
larger quantities on the markets than in
the stores.
In the cut flower trade the supply ran
about on an average of other years, with
carnations decidedly scarce and stock of
any character whatever bringing at whole
sale from $3 to $5 per hundred. It prol^a-
bly left small margins for the retailers on
much of what they sold. Roses, however,
were plentiful, as were the most of other
lines of going kinds of fiowers. Bride and
Mermet were In good supply and went at
$8 to $10, while Meteor were plentiful at
$6 to $10.
The stores seem generally to have closed
out all the stock readily, and the weather,
having come out very pleasant over Sun-
day, helped very materially to encourage
Increased sales.
Roman hyacinths were in unpleasant
evidence as regards quantity; tulips plenti-
ful, and daffodils rather scarce. The
leading Main street stores seem to have
done all the business that could be crowded
into the hours when the shoppers were
wishing to he waited upon. And no
doubt, the Easter just past will go on
record as being fairly satisfactory to all.
After Easter.
Easter Monday showed up a tem-
perature reminding us of winter, with
snow flurries, almost a wintry snap and
rather reducing business. Tuesday was
decidedly cold, with Wednesday again
showing Spring indications.
The News.
Cora A. Cotter, for past five
years bookkeeper with Daniel B. Long and
later with W. F. Kasting, resigned that
position this week, in prospects of entering
the matrimonial ranks with Mr. Ed. Smith
Buffalo will shortly lay claims to a public
conservatory or palm house; the park com-
mission having decided on the construe
stituting a portion of the Botanic Gardens
proper, which now are under the director-
ship of J. F. Cowell. It Is given out that
the projected structure is to attain dimen-
sions ot a length of 250feet by 75 feet wide.
It is stated that a fund of $100,000 is to be
expended on this new public park feature.
ViDI.
St Paul.
The Easter Trade.
Easter week was an ideal one.
Sales were not phenomenally large, and
profits were not abnormally great, but
every one wai busy, and all good stock
was sold. While a few report sales as no
better than last year, the majority report
an Increase of from 25 to 75 per cent, over
last year's sales, and quite a number say
it was the best and most satisfactory
Easter business ever done In the city.
The weather continued good from Wed-
nesday until after church time Sunday,
when a howling northwest gale set In,
driving everything before It, and render-
ing the delivery of plants in open wagons
impossible. Happily, however, they were
all delivered before.
In the cut fiower line, roses, as usual,
were in greatest demand. Carnations were
eagerly sought after, but were very scarce.
Violets, valley, cut lilies, daffodils, Ro-
mans, tulips, etc., sold well, and by Sun-
day evening there was scarcely a green-
house with a good-sized bouquet in It.
In the plant line there was a big de-
mand for H»rrlsli and azaleas ; spiraeas,
hydrangeas, hyacinths, roses and gloxinias
also sold well.
Retail prices of cut fiowers and plants
were about the same as last year's, roses
selling at $1 50 to $3 per dozen; carnations,
50c. and 75o.; violets, $2 per 100; and bulb-
ous stock at 50c. and 75c. per dozen.
One noticeable feature of the trade was
the increased sale of large lilies and
azaleas. In one large store, however, the
exact reverse of this was the rule ; but at
Easter time especially location has a great
deal to do with trade. Lilies went at
$1 56 each, and azaleas at $3 to $5.
I thought last year that the hydrangea
as an Easter plant was a back number,
but well done plants this year sold readily
at 75o. to $3.50 each.
Mat & Co. had a big display,' a good
display, and, judging from appearances,
a profitable one, as Saturday night found
everything cleaned out. Their longlflorum
were very good. One plant of Harrisil
had twenty perfect buds and blossoms.
Their shipping trade was far ahead of all
previous records.
Bedding Stock.
With Easter past, the next thing
have prevailed for several years for this class
of stock, there is not much encouragement
in glowing it. The smaller growers about
town rent stalls at the market, and are
enabled to sell much cheaper than the
store men. As they and their families do
their own work, their expenses are light,
and the bulk of their sales for the year
must be made during the next two months.
Competition waxes stronger as the season
advances, and the Inevitable slash In
prices Is sure to come. We cannot blame
them, but at the same time we are confi-
dent that the cutting of prices here is
entirely unnecessary.
Violets.
W. Waarnar, representing Van
Heemstra & Co., of Holland, was a recent
caller. Mr. Waarnar called my attention
to the fact that Norma hyacinths are de-
generating as a variety, spikes being
weaker and bells fewer in number each
year. Have any of the brethren elsewhere
noticed it ? T. B. Woodruff, ot the Pacific
Commercial Co., was also a caller.
Veritas.
Toronto.
Easter News.
The E*ster trade here was very
good. The morning of Saturday was soft
and warm, a very gentle rain fell, but it
was an ideal morning for moving plants.
The plant trade in St. Lawrence market
was, I think, the best ever done there at
Easter time. The whole west side of the
market was a splendid flower show. R.
Dean and J. Cotterill at the top of the
market, had each of them full stands of
lilies, spiraeas, hydrangeas and cut flowers.
Grainger Bros, next had a splendid show of
hydrangeas, small plants with large
flowers, cinerarias, flne plants and cut
flowers. After this came several stands of
mixed small stock, then came the stands
of T. Clinkinboomer, Manton Bros, and T.
Duffort; these were fllled with splrssas,
fine lilies, h. p. roses in pots, palms, ferns
and cut flowers.
There was a lively demand for good
flowering plants; lilies being sold out.
H. p. roses and cinerarias, also a few hy-
drangeas were left. Palms and ferns were
scarcely wanted at all. but few splrssas
were sold, al though offered very cheap.
Some of these that had been bought at
wholesale at $2 50 and $3 per dozen would
not sell singly at the price paid. Lilies aver-
aged about 10c. per bloom for the good
ones, while some poor flowers sold at a
much lower figure.
In cut flowers, tulips were generally
very good and plentiful, retailing on the
market at from 35c. to 75c. per dozen.
There were but few hyacinths In pots
offered. Cut carnations were very scarce,
but roses were plentiful. The crowd of
people in the morning was almost too
great at times to do much business ; the
space was too limited, but trade was good
all the afternoon, and there were still
customers at 6 o'clock at night, when most
of the boys were packing up the remaining
goods for home.
Business In the stores was very good,
the quantity of lilies disposed of being
extraordinary. All of the stores were
filled right up with stock and before night
all of It was sold and more wanted.
Flowering plants were mostly all sold out,
many of the florists wishing they had
more on hand. There never was a better
lot of stock offered here in good plants.
The customers did not want many palms
or ferns, and spiraea was generally left on
hand. Some poor azaleas also were of-
fered, but they were not wanted at any
price. There were not nearly so many
plants of soft stock— such as heliotrope,
mignonette, fuchsias and geraniums— of-
fered here as usual, and what were offered
did not sell at all well. Roses were very
good and plentiful. Carnations were also
good, but scarce. Tulips were fine and
abundant. Valley was good and cheap.
Violets were fairly plentiful, but of in-
ferior quality. Cut lilies were very plenti-
ful; also callas. They sold fairly well.
I have seen a great many of the boys and
all express themselves as highly pleased
with this Easter's business.
Prices on cut fiowers at wholesale this
week are nearly cut to half the Easter fig-
ures. In roses, those for Bride, Bridesmaid,
Wootton, Meteor, Mermet, etc., are from
8o. down; Perle, Sunset, Hoste, etc., from
6c. down. Unless the demand Is very good
the flowers will not be all sold, as nearly
all the growers have flne crops In sight.
Thos. Manton.
April 24. 1897.
The F=i-orists* Exchhnge.
425
FINE STOCK OF PALMS
ARECA LUTESCENS
^KENTIA BELMOREANA
strong Home-Crown Plants.
5 in., 22 to 30 in. liiKh s.
LATANIA BORBONICA
PHIENIX RECLINATA
All Plants Measured from Top of Pot.
JOSEPH HEACOCK, Wyncote, Pa.
THtrtoRisre-
A GOOD GREENHOUSE HOSE
We are having a hose manufBClured from the best material in the market that will give
Batisfaction toall who try it. We can furnish it in 25 ft., 40 ft. and 50 ft. lengths, at 16 cts. per
foot with connections complete. References re()uired from unknown parties.
Address J. Q. & A. ESLER, Saddle River, N. J.
THE ORMSBY SYSTEM
The above shows the main portion.
LOOK IT OVER THOROUGHLY.
Cee the simplicity of
the whole system. The
first is tlie shafting, consisting
of a "5-8" solid steel rod, be-
ing supported in suitable hang-
ers, such as are adapted to
different style houses. On this
rod is a small gear, in which a
rack travels up and down, as
it raises and lowers the venti-
lators. On one side of this
gear you notice a guide used to
keep the teeth of the rack into
the teeth of the gear. Next is
the small collar on the rod,
there merely to hold the guide
up to the gear.
We next see what is the all-important
in the Ormsby System— the spiral spring,
made of the very best grade of STEEL.
"Without THIS, the system would not
be worthy your consideration.
LIST OF YOllll WflHTS
FOR THE . . .
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We will make you bottom prices
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Eximium (best for forcing),
Romans, Dutch Bulbs, .Japan
Auratums, Rubrums, Albums, etc.
Tree Fern Stems, Palm Seeds.
We offer an extra fine strain of Hardy Japanese
Gladioli, finest mixture, at $2.00 per 100.
Send tor Price List it the mail has not brought
it to you, and do not throw in the WASTE
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We are now ready to supply a supe
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Catalogues and price lists furnished
application.
A. H. HEWS & CO.,
NORTH CAMBRIDGE, - MA!
For .Sale, F^xtra Fine Tubers of
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MASTICA
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M ASTICA and MAS-riCA GLAZING
HACHI9iE8 were given HiRhest Award of
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The set of beveled gears
its connections used sli
that the ventilators
tached to, also its loc
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A. POINTER « PROFIT
Every Florist is Looking for the
Above Firm.
HOW TO FIND them:
Do not hustle, all of your Gladiolus Bulbs
into the ground early in the season and cut
all your blooms in August. Plant at intervals
of two weeks, reserving a good proportion until
the last of May and June. Planted late they
will come into bloom in the cool of early
Autumn, producing the finest spikes at a
season when flowers are scarce and sell readily.
We can still supply a few thousand H. G.
Seedlings at
$8 00 per 1000; 2d size, $5.00 per 1000.
Beautiful light colors. Nothing better.
N. B. — If you are not in a hurry for your order, have them
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EUCLID, OHIO.
THC rVORISTS- IXCHANQt
426
The Pl-orists* Exchange.
JBESTIOIMIOX.
OPEN TO ALL FREE TO ALL
Answers Solicited from Those Who Know.
(96) Piping a Greenhouse. — I have
a greenhouse 50 by 20 feet, even span roof,
1,200 square feet of glass, wall of wood,
4 feet high ; three raised benches In the
house, center bench 8 feet wide; side
benches i feet. Also a carnation house
40 by 8 feet, 480 square feet of glass ; walls
2 feet high ; the carnation house abuts
on the end of large house. What quantity
of 1 Inch pipe will I require, and how will
it be distributed; also what quantity of
2-inch pipe would be required if 1 inch
would be considered too small f
The carnation house is 50 feet from
able to continue pipes through carnation
house from center bed of large house, or
from the sides? I Intend to use a horizon-
tal tubular boiler 6 feet long, 2 feet
diameter, 18 tubes 2J inch. Boiler has
been used for steam and only one-half is
tubed. Fuel to be used is wood. Temper-
ature required is 60 degrees and some-
times it goes down outside to 10 degrees
below zero.— Florist.
—In piping the above described houses,
it will probably be best to run a 2J<-inch
overhead flow upon the center posts of the
large house, and continue it into the car-
nation houses carrying it just below the
ridge. If it will be in the way there, it
may be continued into the carnation
house as two 2-Inch pipes, either overhead
at either side of the walk or on the legs of
the benches. The carnation house will
require two 2 inch pipes on each side as
returns. These can be continued back to
the boiler under the center bench of the
large bouse.
The remaining radiation required by the
main house can be secured from one 2 inch
flow and four IJ-inch returns on each side.
I should prefer this arraogement of the
pipes to the use of inch pipe, unless the
pipes can be considerably above the boiler.
It 1-lnoh returns are to be used, it will
require eight returns from the carnation
house, and six on each side of the large
house in addition to the fiow-pipes, and
the returns from the carnation house. In
addition to the increased friction in the
small pipes, we must also consider that
they will cool more rapidly if the fire gets
low.
The boiler is of ample size, and should
give good results with a flre-pot 4 by 2
feet, with a grate 2 by 2 feet at the front
end.— L. R. TAn.
considerable difficulty the past Winter in
keeping my place warm, I have decided to
make such changes as are necessary to
secure me against another such experience,
and therefore come to you for advice. I
have decided to abandon my flue boiler,
and put In Instead a conical coil. Will
you kindly advise me what size would be
necessary to heat a house 20x50, 14 toot
ridge, north and south exposure? Am
now using eight 1 Inch flows and three
2-Inch returns, open system. Do you think
I have pipe enough, provided I put in a
coll that will give me a steady heat? My
boiler is of heavy wrought iron, and works
fairly well with a good heavy Are, but It is
too much of a coal eater, and I want some-
thing that Is more economical. Have
natural gas In my house, and would like
to use it, in connection with soft coal, for
fuel, when I make the change. Would
like to put in a coil large enough to heat
my dwelling, in addition to the green-
house, and in flguring this out please
allow for four rooms that will average
13x14 foot, also please advise amount of
grate surface necessary, and how high
above grate, coil should be set? Would
like to maintain a temperature of 65 de-
grees, and thermometer sometimes falls
to 30 below. W. L. Farquharson.
—To maintain a temperature of 65 de-
grees when the thermometer is 30 degrees
below win require more radiating surface
than will be furnished In a house of the
above size by eight 1-Inch flows and three
2 Inch returns. I can only secure 50 degrees
in a house 50x20 feet, and with a ridge 10
feet high with eight lj<-inch and two2-lnch
pipes, when the outside temperature is 2(
degrees below zsro, unless the fire is forced
Thus with 15 per cent, more piping, in a
smaller house, and with 10 degrees highei
temperature outside. It Is only possible to
mamtain a temperature 15 degrees less
than is desired In this case, and it can be
seen at once that much of the trouble can
be attributed to insufficient radiating sur-
face.
The radlatiOD supplied is not far from
!5 square feet, but to heat the house to 65
degrees with an economical use of fuel,'
this should be increased to600or650fquare
feet. If the dwelling-house is to be heated
we will have to provide for an additional
250 feet. The heater will then need to con-
tain about 150 square feet of heating sur-
face, and will require a grate surface of
from 5 to 6 square feet, according to the
fuel used.
In order to secure the needed radiating
rface for the greenhouse, about twelve
<-inch and three 2 Inch pipes should be
added. L. R. Taft.
IVaco, Tex.
The Waco Floral Society will offer a
premium at their Fall show, to be held In
November next, to the school children of
the State seventeen years old and under,
tor the most complete and best arranged
herbarium, composed entirely of native
Texas plants and flowers. Those who are
Interested in this exhibit are requested to
send their address to J. W. Barnett, and
he win take pleasure in mailing a full
premium list as soon as Issued.
mm M R0WEIt8.
us sample blooms of carnations, which he
states are " the only ones that will thrive
in the hot, dry Summer of Texas." The
flowers came In too shriveled a condition
for us to pass an opinion on them.
Tiolets.
Wehave received from G. T. Schun-
eman. Blue Point, N. Y., a bunch of Marie
Louise violets— fine, large, well-colored
flowers for the season, and dellciously
fragrant. In an accompanying note this
grower says:
" I Intend to ship on Saturday 50,000
flowers. I have shipped up to the 1st of
April 1,000 000 blooms and think, be
fore I stop, I will reach the million and a
halt mark. I have made the growing of
Marie Louise violet a lite-long study and
handle nothing else but that variety. I
think I have them as near perfection as I
possibly can get them, and have always re-
ceived the very highest market price. At
the present moment I would not pick a
Sower for 10c. a 100; it is only a waste of
time to do so."
A Hew Definition.
DECORATIVE PLANTS
At Sreatlr Eedooei Prices.
stock large and in fine con-
Send for new Wholesale list.
Special prices on large orders.
THE FV^-«ISTS' EXCHANGE
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ADIANTCM CUNEATIIM, 3 inch, $5.00 per
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Prices to suit all. One visit and you
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GOOD STOCK. LOW PRICES.
Pandauus Utilis. 214-Inch pots, extra strong iiv^"**-]'? PerlOO
Veitclili 11.50 and M.JO each
Areca Lutescens. 2!4-lnch pots, strong. 3 plants in a pot f'O.Oo per 100
4-lncb pots. etroDK. 3 plants ill a pot. bushy 125.00 per 100
Kentia Belmorean'a, 3-lnch pots....' '........'.*.'.■.■*.*.'.'.■..*.■.■ .V"'.*.'.:$i2.od per 100
5-ioch pots, 5 to 6 leaves, 20 inches high 75cts-each
" " G-ineh pots, 6 to 6 leaves, 24 inches high tl.tOeach
6-inch pots, heavy. 30 inches high $1.50 each
Latania Borbpuica. 2M-lnch pots, ready to shift »x.50perl00
C0CO8 Weddeliana. tlnch ?Su. '!.\^^^.^^: ".".'.".■.■.■.*.■.';.■.■.".■;.■'.■.■.'.'."." ".■.".".■;.'-■.'.■.". .".■.' ' $2.50 per^dnJeS
3-inch pots, extra fS.OOper dozen
Geraniui. ^. 2M-lnch pots, very strong. Double Gen. Grant, S. A. Nutt,
La Favorite and assorted *3.00perl00
Perunias, doubles, fine strains, rooted cuttiDHB $2.COper]00
Heliotrope, darb blue, rooted cuttings. Afferatnm, dwarf, blue, rooted cuttings. 75c. per 100
HalTlaSplendens. Z-inch pots S2 60perl00
, MuHhi-ooni Spawn, just the same as we use ourselves ..$3 00 per lOOlba.
JOHPI SCOXX, Keap Street Greentiouses, BROOKL,VP(, PS. V.
Nephrolepis Exaltata Bostoniensis.
THE BOSTOfi DROOPII>(G PER?*.
Mine is the Gen nine Stock. Now ready or orders bnolted for June to August delivery. Strone-
plants for }40.nO, $611.00, $80.00, $100.00, $150.00 and $250.00 per 1000; $5.00, $7.00, $10.00, $15.00, $20.00
and $25.00 per 100. 60 at 100 and 250 at lOdO rate.— I am the largest grower of Bedding Plants in
New England.— Write for prices or call and see them.
L. H. FOSTER, ... - 45 King St., Dorcliester, IVIass.
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Just received from our Holland
Nurserits :
RHODODENDRONS, AZALEAS,
SPIR/EA JAPONICA, LILIUKI SPECIOSUM,
P/EONIES, BLEEDING HEART,
POT GROWN LILACS, HYDRANGEA IN SORTS.
CLEMATIS and H. P. ROSES, in the belt sorts
PRICES MODERATE.
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Address P. O. Box (
ALBAKV, N.Y.
Having disposed of seyeral of my Green-
houses and the remainder being over crowded,
I have decided to offer for sale the excess, con-
sisting of the greater portion and the choicest
specimens of my collection for the past 20
years, either singly or in quantities. They are
all well established, in fine condition, and many
cannot be obtained in any other collection in
America. A printed list sent on application.
Sales made at reasonable prices.
E. CORXING.
FINE STOCK Of PALMS
Each Doz.
ARECA LUTES ENS, 4 in. pots $0 25 $3 75
6 " 50
LATANIA BORBONICA, 1 in. pots 20 2 00
5 " 50 5 00
6 " 75
" strong, 6 in. pots,
KENTIA FORSTERIANA.iVn.'pdts".'.'.'. 30 8 OO
5 '•.... 65
BELM0REANA,4 " .... 40 4 00
5 " .... 76
FICUS ELASTICA, good stock, from 15c. to $1 ea.
FERNS, well grown, assorted stock, 2J4 in. pots,
$3.50 per 100. BeddlDK plants of all varieties
for spring trade. Immense lot of Bulbous
Stock, Plants and Cut Flowers at moderate
prices to the trade.
Cash or satisfactory reference.
JOHN BADER, Allegheny City, Pa.
FERNS! FERNS!
HARDY GUT FERNS.
We have FIRST quality,
70 cts. per 1000, faocy or
dagger. Try us. Wo are
sure to please you.
LAURAL ROPING,
CROWL FERN CO , MilliDgton, Mass.
Telegraph Office, New Salem, Mass.
HliDOOlRTfRS FOR
IZAbEA INDICA.
upwards per 1
hlKh, 130.00 to »200 00 per 100. ' IM to 3 ft.
KENTIA FORSTERIANA.
With 4. 5 and 6 character leaves, from IW to 3 ft
hiph , $30.00 to tl2i.0O per 100. "■" '» i^o " "
LATANIA BORBONICA.
From IH to 2i4 (t. hish, 125.00 to 100.00 per 100.
COCOS WEDDELIANA.
From 1 ft. upwards, $25.0(
ARECA LUTESCENS.
From 1>^, 2 ft. and more $.S5 to JIOO.OO per 10
ARAUCARIA EXCELSA.
10, 12, up to 16 inch high. $60.00 to $150.C0 pei
SWEET BAYS.
Pyramids and Standards, fine shaped trees
ASPIDISTRA LURIDA.
Green leaved. $32,00 per 1000 leaves.
Variegated, $75.00 per lOCO leaves,
BEGONIA, SiDBle-Separate Colors.
Double— in Separate ci.lors
1 in. and IM in. diameter, $22 and $10 pt
GLOXINIA ERECTA (Hybrids),
H to 1 Inch. $10.00, 1 Inch and more, $18.00 pi
CAMELLIAS, RHODODENDR(
LILACr
nantltles.
Nun
corresponde
ROYAL NURSERIES
LOUIS m mm pere
Ghent, Belgium.
April 24, 1897.
The F=lorists' ExcHKNce.
427
We offer a fine lot of strong one year old pot grown plants, from 3 inch
pots, about 34 inches high, fl.OO per dozen; |7.00 per 100; |60.00 per 1000.
CLEMATIS PANICULATA.
A grand lot of this coming popular climber, extra strong plants, in 3 inch
pots, 75 cts. per dozen ; |6.00 per 100 ; $50.00 per 1000.
For a full line of HAKDY CLIMBERS, such as CLEMATIS,
HONEYSUCKLES, AKEBIAS, &c., &c., and a large collection of
HERBACEOUS PLANTS, in fact for anything that is seasonable. See
our Quarterly Wholesale List, April iesue.
HENRY A. DREER, 714 Chestnut St., PHILA.
WHEW WBiriHG MENTiOW THe f
r'8 EXCHANGE
IF YOU IMPORT ANY
FLORIST OR NORSERY STOCK.
LOUIS VAN KOERT, General Agent,
295 Osrohatlsr Straet. - So. Boston, Mass
WHEW wmriHo Minnow the ruRisrs- exchange
ROSA RUGOSA
Firif plants 3 ft. higli, $10.00 per 100. $80 (
ILT lUDO.
2000 Hypericum Moserlatium,
$3.00 per 100.
NEWPORT NURSERY CO.,
''^i^^^___Newport, R. I
F.&F.Nurseries
SPRINGFIELD. N.J.
StaUoa HILBUKN,
D.I...&W. B.B.
ASSIGNEE'S SALE OF
KAmAmiCANFLANIS and FLOWERS,
TREES and SHRUBS.
ASSIGNEE, HIGHLANDS KURSERY,
Kawana, N. C.
FAY'S CURRANTS FOR SALE.
Price of 2- Tear, No. 1, $22.00 per 1000.
2-year, No. 3, $15.00
3-year, No. 1. $35.00
r*. 33XJni>Esrra?,
Cllflon, Monroe County, N. Y.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE n.OBlST»' EXCHANGE
STRAWBERRY PLANTS.
Strone, Touiic. llcnilhi I>lunt«, Seourely Packed.
Downing, Sliarpless, Jessie, Haverlanii, Wil-
son. Splendid, Kentucky, Meek's Early, Middle-
Held, Van Deman, Beecher, Greenville, Dayton,
Beverly. Lady Thompson, Tennessee Prolific
TubhB, Enhance, Shusfer's Gem and Princeton
Chief— 50 cts. per 100; S2.00 per 1000.
Marshall, Parker Earle, Mary, Belle, Elenor-
75 cts. per 100; S3.00 per 1000.
Crescent, Beder Wood, Warfleld-50 cts. per
100; »1 50 per 1000.
Michel's Early-50 cts. per 100; SI. 26 per
1000; «3.30 per 6000; SIO.OO per lO.OOO.
Special Prices Given on Large Vrders.
No. 1 CUTHBERT RASPBERRY-T6
cts. per 100; S5.00 per 1000.
Golden Queen-Sl.OO per 100; *7.00 per
1000. For other Fruit Trees, Small Fniit
Plants. &c., send for Price List.
CHAS. BLACK, Hightstown, N. J.
YEGETABLE PLANTS
LEXTUCE-Big Boston, Oranil Rapids, Bos-
ton Market and White Loaf, 15c. per 100;
%\ 00 per 1000.
CABBAGE-.Ieraey Wakefield, Henderson's
Succession and Early Summer, 15c. per 100;
EGG ri^ANTS-New York Improved, 25c.
per 1011; $->.00 per 1000.
PEP fER— Bull Nose, Ruby Kin(r, Sweet
Mounlion and Cayenne, 25c. per lOO; $2.00
per 10(10.
HVHI-rE PLUME CEUERV, now
ready lor transplanting, 15c. per 100; $1.00
per 1000; $8 .50 per 10,000.
We are headquarters for all kinds of VeRe-
table Plants. If yon want them in large
quantities send for price list.
Casta witta order.
R. VINCENT JR. S SON, White Marsh, Md.
DEUW&RE COLLEGE tCRIGULTURAL
EXPERIMENT STATION.
riao;
HAROLD POWELL,
QIIPPI 1 1 R— APPLES. PEARS and PLUMS
CHESTNUTS.— Paratron. Party's Giant, Hidgeley. etc. WALNDTS.-
10,000 Japan Persian, etc. QUINCES. -Ueavy Stock. Champion. Meech. etc.
Trifoliate OraUKe, Elaiagnus Longlpea, Rocky Mt. Cherry. Cal. Privet. Tree
Cranberries, all I. 2 and 3 year. Logan Berries. Mayberries and Strawberry-
Raspberries. Pot plmta and Qeid-grown. MA PL.E.— Sugar. Norway. Silver
and Negundo. lo large quactUies and sizes.
PARRY'S POMONA NURSERIES, Parry, New Jersey.
WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANG;:
ROSES! ROSES!!
STRONG FIELD-GROWN DORMANT PLANTS.
Large stock Gen. Jacqueminot, Paul Neyron, Ulrich Brunner, Magna Charta,
Elaroness Rothschild, and other leading varieties of Hybrid Perpetuals, I9.00 per 100 ;
|»?o.oo per 1000.
MOSS ROSES in the ten best sorts, I9.00 per 100. CLIMBING ROSES,
Baltimore Belle, Prairie Queen, Tennessee Belle, and Seven Sisters, strong, 2 years,
$(1 per 100.
Wichuraiana (Memorial Rose) field-grown, $8.00 per 100.
(I^ ANN AS ^*^ Giant Flowered AUSTRIA, strong, 4 in. pot plants,
•^ '*■"■■'* '^ ■ I3.00 per doz. ; $20 per 100. A large stock of the cream of the
cider varieties, such as Florence Vaughan, Queen Charlotte, Eldorado, Sunbeam,
Alphonse Bouvier, Charles Henderson, Madam Crozy, President Carnot,
iVdmiral Avellan, Edward Mieg, etc. Do not fail to get our prices before buying.
CALADIUM ESCULENTUM. IZfc^^^^lIP,
to 10 in., I5 per 100. 6 to 7j^ in., $3 per 100. 5 to 6 in., f2 per 100.
D P f> ^\ N I A P LI P I T Y ^ """ P'^'' white of the semperflorens
1^ ^ ^^ ^^ •«!*% l^l^IXII ■■ jypg^ Ygry fjgg flowering, |2 per doz.
GET P A lU I I I lUI Q Strong 2 W in. pot plants, large stock of S. A. Nutt,
b rc M m I U IVI O. Marvel, Heteranthe, La Favorite, and other best
bedding sorts, $25 per 1000.
Immense stock of Fruit Trees, Nut Bearing Trees, Grape Vines, and
Small Fruits. One of the largest, if not the largest, assortment of Ornamental
Trees and Shrubs, Climbing Vines, Bulbs, Hardy Perennials, etc., in
America. And 32 greenhouses filled with what the average florist is most likely to want.
Correspondence solicited. Catalogues and trade lists free.
THE STORRS & HARRISON CO., Painesville, Ohio.
VHEH writing mention THE rLORISTS* EXCHANGE
PEACH I PLUM TREES
FOR SPRING DELIVERY, 1897.
Rellnble and clean Xock at Ion vrhoie-
■ale rates. »;end tar Surplus Liata.
ASPARAGUS ROOTS.
■i and 3 Veais, StronE.
ALEXANDER PULLEN,
llfMord Nurrteriea. MILFORD, DEI.
100,000 ppFT
PRICES ON APPLICATION.
AmpelopsisYeitchiirs
CANNAS.
Queen Charlotte. Alphonne Bouvier. Mine.
Crozy, Chas. Henderson, out of 4 inch
pots, 86 per 100
AZALEAS.
Ghent and Mollis, slroni? plants, 30c. toSOc.ea
If there is anyl.hlntr on which you like prices
THE ELIZABETH NURSERY CO.,
ECIZABETH, 3V. J.
SURPLUS LIST
Morrisville Nursery.
DECIDUOUS TREES.
35 Ash. Am. While, 3W in. cal
lOU Beech, purple seedlings, 4 ft., thri(
transplanted
25 Catalpa, silver leaf, variegated. 8 ft.
600 Elm, American, 3 ft., transplanted..
100 Judas Tree, American, 5-6 ft
50 Koelreuteria paniculala, 8 ft
Liquidambar, 12 ft., IH in. cal
500
300 Russian Mulberry, 8 ft..
Nice, stocky trees, clear
well-brancbed, well-rooted t
EVERGREENS.
1611 " Siberian, 40 in
1000 ,7uniper, Irish, 12 in
40 Pine, Dwarf White, 15 in
100 Silver Fir, European, 2 ft., twice
transplanted
100 Silver Fir, thrice transplanted, 3 ft..
500 Spruce, Norway, 15 i
(Abies
rtii).
HERBACEOUS PLANTS, &c.
200 Eulalias, large clumps.
inoo " divided
1000 HibiscuB mnscheutus —
Iris Kiempferl, mixed seedlings,
larire clumps
Iris Kwmpferi, divided
Yucca niamentoaa
blooming plants.
nrs, strong
g, 3 years..
FLOWERING SHRUBS.
1000 Althaeas, red, white and blush, colors
separate. 3)^ ft $0 06
300 Altheas, 6to7ft., large bushes 12
300 " mixed seedlings, 3 ft 3
200 Amorpha fruticosa, 2 ft 2
100 Andromeda ligustrina. 2ft 10
300 Berberis Thunbergii, 12 in 5
100 Calycanthus floridus, 3ft 6
25 Cercis Japonica. 5 ft., large bushes.. 76
200 Citrus trifoliata (Hardy Japan
Orange), 3H ft 1
200 Deutzia scabra, 4 ft 5
300 Halesia diptera and tetraptera, 3 ft.. 5
200 " " " 3Htt.. 8
ft.
600 Kosa multiflora. Strong, 1 year
1010 " Wichuraiana, strong, 1 year —
100 " Prairie Queen, strong, 3 year...
100 " Baltimore Belle, 3 year
100 Sambucus aurea, 3 f t
250 Spiraea Billardi, ZUtt
200 " Keevesi, single and double, 3 ft.
100 Viburnum plicatum, 3 ft
35 " " 4 ft., large bushes.
35 Wistaria, large, heavy bushes, 4 to 6
ft
100 Wistaria chinenais, light plants, 8 ft.
160 •' magniflca, 3 ft
100 *' " verystrong plants.
Write for special offer on car loads.
GLADIOLUS, Mixed.
Small hull
will bloom
buhsel, $10.e
SAMUEL C. MOON,
No. 78, Trenton Exchanj^e.
Morrisville, Bucks Co., Pa.
\ ^
428
Thb F=L0RISTS' Exchhngb
St. Louis Cut Flower Co.,
(Successors to E. H. 1\Iichki..)
"««— — — No. 1620 OLIVE STREET,
St. Louis, Mo., April 21st, 1897.
I have incorporated 1115' business as the
"ST. LOUIS CUT FLOWER COMPANY."
There has been no change in management or pohcy, and I respect-
fully solicit a continuance of consignments and orders for Plants and
Cut Flowers. E. H. MICHEL.
Address : ST. LOUIS CUT FLOWER CO., 1620 Olive St., St. Louis, Ho.
MENTION THE Fl.O'-*;STS' EXCHANGE
MARIE LOUISE VIOLET, 11,1%'mTei
1000. Full and Winter rooted cuttioBS. HO OOper 1000.
Cash with order. Ten per cent, off your bill if yon
JOSEPH MARKtK. Blilnebeck. N. Y.
FOR SALE.
IVANTED
VINCA MINOR. Send Price. Sample.
C. AMMANN,
Seventh Avenue and 120iti St., NEW YORK.
VIOLET CLUMPS
AND ROOTED RUNNERS.
A No. 1 stock, clean and healthy. No disease.
Lady H. Cnmpbell, clumps, per 100, WOO.
Swanley Wbite, clumps, per 100. »3.00. Cali-
EngrllBh Ivy.
Strong flelc
English
, $8.00 per 1
ng field-grown, 1 year, $4.00 per 100.
Pansy Plants, strong and stocky, in bud and
bloom, $1.00 per 100, $9 00 per 1000.
HelisnthuB, ml. pi., $3.00 per 100.
Would Exchange for 600 Coleus cuttings, 60
G'-raniura Hose and seedling Smilax.
Cash with order.
J. H. DANN & SON, WestHeld. N. Y.
Rooted Cuttings
M YOSOTIS-?t.5o per joo.
CIANT DOUBLE ALYSSUM 7ocents
per nx) by mail ; $5.00 per 1000 by express.
Win. H. SEARCH, Amndale, Chester Co., Pa.
ECHEVERIA.
3500 Eoheveria Secunda $3 00 per 100
1600 " large green 3 00
1000 " Rosacea 3 00
200 " Sanguinea 6 00
Special rates for 1000 or more.
C. H. PETERSOPJ,
834 Jefferson Ave., Detroit, Mich.
' EXCHANGE
Begonia. Thurstonii $3 <"
A. Guttata 2 $<
" Paul Bruant, Pres. Carnot 5 o(
Lemon Verbena. Strong .... 3 0(
Hydrangea. Sapphire 3 0(
'• Paniculatagrandiflora,
5 to 10 ins. high, dormant 2 0(
Chrysanthemums. Standard vars. i 51
Russellia Juncea. 2}i in , strong . 3 o(
Wistaria Sinensis, i year $3; 2 year 5 0(
Rose. Clothilde Soupert 2 01
Vinca. Variegated i 5(
Alternanthera. Three varieties . i 51
Coleus. Twelve varieties i 51
THOS. A. McBEnTspringfield, 0.
l!i)lli£S IK BDIIIIIEIIS.
Marion, Ind.— G. Teilmanii has leased
the greenhouses of Mrs. Ida Fravell, and
will conduct the same line of business as
the latter, growing as specialties roses,
carnations and violets. His place is known
as Mnple Heights Greenhouses.
Ridgewood, N. J.
The greenhouse establishment of H. E.
Forbes will now be run by Mr. Swein-
FURTH, who has entered into possession.
FOR EXCHANGE.^
. . nolets, sa
»6 00. all Buaranteed f
Bskand
, N. Y.
Carnations and Violets. ^^W^Lt^^-ii'^'i
per 100, »e.00 per 1000. Rooted Runners. Swanley
Whlte,»lperl00,f "
P. M. DeWlTT,
esdale. Philadelphia, Pa.
QRALLERT & CO. j
I CARNATION GROWERS}
I COLMA, ^^■^To^^'^" CAL. I
I MCHTIOH THE »U»m8T»' CtCM*HttI
A CHANCE OF A LIFE!
5, GOO STRONG
ROOTED CUTTINGS OF WM. SCOTT
CARNATION.
All for $25.00. Cash with order,
WAVERLY GREENHOUSES, Tuckahoe, N.Y.
Honeysuckles, 3 years, ever-blooming,
per inn, $s.(,0.
English Ivy, per ICO, $1.00, 4 inch pots, 4 ft.
H.BEiUUEU, ■"r,°'Woodliaven,L.I.,N.Y.
WHEN WRrriNG MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
On account of being extremely busy all
of last week, and up until now of this
week, 1 beg to be excused from writing
carnation notes this week.
We have ,iust passed through the largest
Easter trade in our history; fully 50 per
cent, larger than last year.
What might have been a serious acci-
dent happened to our large boiler during
Easter week. By accident, all of the water
was left out of the boiler, unknown to the
fireman. A good fire was goinit at the
time, and when difcovered the boiler was
about red hot. After cooling off, the flues
contracted so much as to render it Im-
possible to use the boiler. It took faithful
work for the greater part of two nights
and a day to put it In shape again. Very
fortunately, however, the weather was not
cold enough to cause any material damage
beyond the curtailing of a few hundred
blooms for Easter. This, in addition to
the Easter rush, made us more than busy.
H. Webbb.
South Portland, Me.
NiLES Nelson is erecting two new houses,
27x90, on School St., one of which will have
the shoit span to the south, and to be used
for carnations. The other will be used as
a rose house.
New Orleans.
Easter Neirs.
Easter trade was better this year
than last. Flowering plants of all kinds
were in great demand. Home-grown cut
roses were of poor quality owing to the
previous two weeks of cold, wet weather.
Harrisli sold well, but unfortunately they
were very scarce, most of our florists being
a few days behind with them, others hav-
ing them in two weeks too early, and it is
almost impossible to have lilies in at any
particular date in thischangeableclimate.
U J. Virgin and C. W. Elchllng had
some good Crimson Rambler roses; It Is a
flue thing here. The cold nights had
caused it to mildew, otherwise it would
have been excellent.
All our florists did well in church decora
tions. I visited Mr. Virgin just in time to
see him clear out his last caruaiiona from
the Ice box; a gentleman took all he bad at
?1 per dozen; these were Scott and Day-
break, and, I think, were the finest I have
seen here.
Roses sold at $2.50 per dozen; Bride and
Bridesmaid being most in demand. Carna-
tions, best, went at .*1; Harrisii, including
buds,at -JS per dozen. Soft wooded flower-
ing plants sold well. A great many ladies
bought plants and sent them to the
churches with their cards. These plants
to delay your orders for
MINNIE COOK.
Price should be $3.00 per 100; $25.00 per 1000.
MEADOW VIEW GREENHOUSES,
PARSIPPANY, N. Y.
TH«»1J>RII
Philadelphia.
all have been busy the past few days com-
paring notes. In going around the stores,
the general feeling is, that the majority
did more business this year than In the
past ; in fact, the amount of stock moved
last week is something wonderful. With-
out a doubt, there were more plants sold
this year, than ever before ; they were to
be seen in every direction through the
city.
It is also the general opinion that the
stores have not made as much money this
year. Goods were sold on closer margin,
owing to so much competition. Again,
there evidently was not so much demand
for the higher priced plants or flowers.
As regards the competition of the depart-
ment stores ; while this was felt, to some
extent, it was nothing as compared with
that of the street men, and small growers
who had stands or temporary stores. On
Saturday, in many cases, prices were cut
considerably by these people ; $1 azaleas
being offered at 3Sc. to 50c., and hyacinths,
three pots for 25c. One street man in par-
ticular did a lot of this work, which proves
very detrimental to the business.
Flowers of all kinds were very plentiful,
and everything of good quality found
ready sale. There was no noticeable ad-
vance in roses, as the supply was fully
equal to the demand. Carnations were
somewhat firmer, the first quality bring-
ing $4, while some poor ones sold at $1,
the general price for average stock being
$2 and $2.50.
As Is usual on these occasions, there was
considerable stock held back, and in sev-
eral cases the commission men bought
flowers on Friday to fill shipping orders,
while on Saturday they had more than
they could dispose of. This was mostly
the case as regards carnations and smilax.
Now the returns to these growers will be
smaller than if they had shipped earlier.
As regards plants, hydrangeas did not
sell so well as might be wished, the larger
plants going \ery slow. All other plants
found ready sales. There were plenty of
•• .... ^p ,j,|jg
)ld very
well. This method of growing is liked
hyacinths and tulips in pans sold ver;
ery much. They are easy to handle and
deliver, and more grown this way could be
sold readily. They are much more con-
venient to the retail florist.
Azaleas went off very well, but the sup-
ply was greater than the demand. This
industry evidently has been overdone,
and unless Importations are curtailed,
profits will be ruined. A great injury was
done this year, by so many plants being
sold cheap on the Saturday before Easter.
The growers in the vicinity of the ceme-
teries report the largest business ever done
at Easter. The weather on Easter day
was all that could be desired ; consequent-
ly the public bought very freely. The
percentage of flowering plants used was
far ahead of previous years.
After Easter.
Business this week has been very
good ; there has been a number of large
weddings, and some good sized decorations
which have used up left-over plants. All
kinds of fiowers are plentiful, and the
demand for first-class stock has been good,
Edwin Lonbdalk has been sending in
some very fine Beauty, and some extra
good Kaiserin, the latter the best seen for
Horticultural Society.
The meeting on Tuesday evening
was well attended, and some very interest-
ing papers were read ; one by J. Otto Thi-
iow on "vegetables," and one by Henry
F. Mlchell on "Popular Flowers" (an-
nuals). The instructive talk of C. S. Ridg-
way, on "Propagating in the Dwelling
House," was very interesting to the ama-
teur, and was greatly appreciated.
Edward Luckino has experienced a sad
bereavement by the death of his mother,
which occurred on Tuesday, April 13. The
funeral took place on Thursday, interment
being in Mount Vernon Cemetery.
David Rust.
Hamilton, Ont.
Easter trade was about the same as last
year. Violets, valley, carnations and
roses had the largest call in cut flowers,
and Harrisii, hydrangeas, azaleas and Mar-
euerites in plants. Roses last year brought
^2 and -S2 50 per dozen; this year, from SI
to SI 50 per dozen; carnations, last year,
75c. per dozen; this year the same. Valley,
a year ago, 75c. per dozen; this year the
same. Prices on violets were same as last
year, 25c. per dozen. In plants. Harrisii
brought from 50c. to 75c.; azaleas, SI to$l.BO;
hydrangeas, 50c. to SI; Marguerites, 40o.;
being the same as last year's figures.
Carnation Cuttings
strong and well rooted, of the following var-
ieties : Jubilee, Triumph, Armazindy, Alaska,
Bridesmaid, Dean Hole, Goldfinch, Lizzie
PRIMULAS, 254 inch, $2.00 per 100.
Send for list and prices on large lots.
Logan Ave. Grsenhousas, ■ Danville, III.
Printing of Any and Every Description.
In short, Job Printing— which term covers every varietj'
and species of printed matter known, from the printer's
proverbial " business card to a poster, book or newspaper."
Here, again, we are at your service, and we can truthfully
say that our facilities for this class of work are unsurpassed.
To printers at a distance we would advise an estimate cover-
ing not less than $5.00 to $10.00 on account of express rates.
^«*.^ — A. T. DE LA MARE PTQ. and PUB. CO., Ltd.
p. O. Box 1097, New York.
I THE FLORISTS- EXCHANGE
April 24, 1897.
The Plorists' Exchange.
-=NEW ROSE=-
SODV. dD PiesidiiDl Gamol.
STRONG PLANTS, FaOM 21-2 NGH POTS, READY NOW.
$16.00 per 100; $125 per 1000.
At our Model Farm, Carnot has stood 3 degrees below zero witliout pro-
tection. We have a limited stock of strong Carnots from 4 inch and 5 inch
pots, splendid plants for Spring sales to the amateur.
Price, 4 inch pots. $25.00 per hundred.
" 5 inch '• 35.00 "
ROBT. SCOTT & SON, 1 9f h and Catharine Sis., Phila.
New Hybrid Tea Rose
SOOY. du PPDEUT GIIBIIOT
IT GROWS, IT BLOOMS, IT SELLS.
Strong, healthy plants (none finer), out of 2% inch pots,
ready for immediate shift, in large size.
PRICE, $3 Per Ool; $15 Per 100; $125 Per 1000.
ERNST ASnUS, West Hoboken, N.J.
IMIRICIII BE1UTI[S.
Ihaveafew thousaod more than I need for
™Clean" fine stock, 2!^ inch pots, $7.00 per 100,
cash with order, paolceil and delivered to R. K.
JOSEPH BRADBURY,
SOUTH ORANGE, N. J.
WHEN WRrriNO MENTION THE FLORISTS'
LOOK HERE
■ and Perle,
3 00 per 100.
Mai-i- l.oulse Violets', rooted runners. 60c.
per 100 ; »3 00 per 100". Terms Cash or C. O. D.
C. MERKEL & SON, Mentor, Ohio.
Carnations!
(Rooted cuttings now ready.)
Mayor Plngree, Meteor, McGowan, Day-
break, Scott, Portia, and other good ones.
Send for price list.
CUT ROSES and CARNATIONS always In ttock.
H. DALE - - Brampton, Ont.
2c. Roses 2c.
) healthy plants. 2 t-2 in. pots.
Brlrieamald
Dbert Mary Washln
Mine. Elie l.anibar
Franci.ca Krueer
H. M. iSiaiiley
HInk Sonpert
Bridi
Marl
Etolllede Lyoi
Mra. Decraw
Cloth of Cilolil
marie Van Ho
C. Sou pert
The following 2Hc. :
Perle Mamam CocheC
Mnie. Welcbe Empre..s ol Cbini
White I. a Franc
-H.Ma
Mon.-Elizabelb Ito
2c. Geraniums 2c.
NEW AND CHOICE ROvSES
CARNATIONS and CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
All in Ai stock, now ready at up-to-date prices.
JOHN N. MAY, Summit, New Jersey.
WHEN WRITINQ MENTION THE rLORISTS- tXCHANOI
REINBERG BROS.
strong:, Healthy I^OSES From 2M inch pots.
CARNATIONS-Rooted Cuttings.
IVORY. $3.00 per 100: $215.00 per 1000. ROSE QUEEN, $2.50 per 100; $20.00 per lOOO. WM. SCOTT,
NANCY HANKS, TIDAL WAVE, PORTIA, LIZZIE GILBERT, CORSAIR, LIZZIE MoOOWAN-
STORM KINO and SILVER SPRAY.
$1 00 per 100; $8.00 per 1000. No orders for less than 100 of any one variety accepted.
Special Prices on large lots. The above stock is well rooted and free from rust. Send orders to
51 ^WABASH AVE., CHICAGO, ILLS.
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d Call In. SUNNYWOOOS GREENHOUSES, i
t FRANK L. MOORE, Chatham, N. J. Z
Mra. Cbas. Peas
3c. Abutilons 3c.
Souv.de Bonn Golden Fleece
SWORD FERN-Clean and healthy, 3 inch
pots, 5c. ; 4 inch pots, Sc.
VINCA V^ARIECATA-Nice, , inch stuff,
PANSIES.
JOHN /). DOYLE, Springfield, Oliio.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORIST'S EXCHANcr
Fin© ECealtlisr Stools: of
Brides, lains, . .
. . Penes, pieteors.
From 2^4 inch pots, ready for shifting, $1.00
per hundred.
JOHN HENDERSON CO.
Flushing, N. Y.
DORMANT ROSES-Own Roots.
FlELD-OROWN,2 to t feet H. P'« andMnsges,
cut back to 24 to 30 Inches, $50.00 per 1000; IB 00 per
100. Slrae. Plantier and hardy cltmbers. cut bac* lo
30 to 36 in., $30.00 per 1000 ; $1 00 per 100. Tied In tens,
yariedes: John Hop-
Sterling American Novelty, the
WHITE COCHET
I Maman Cochet, which is
tias all the good qnalities
ut-of-door I
Price, per dozen, from 4 inch,
All Orders Must bo Accompanied vith Cash.
ROSES.
Koses. StronK plants, lii In. pots, 12.25 per lot
$20.00 per 1000. By mall. 26 eta. per 100 additional.
Agrlppina Maman Corbet
Archduke Cbariei Marie (iuillol
iion Sllene Marie Van lloulte
"«•*''" Merniet
Mnie. CRmille
Mme.CecileBertbo
Mm..Jo>. Mctawarl:
Bridesmaid
v. Sonper
Ubnny
Braba
Dr. Uriil
>ucb. de
Eraeat Melz
Eloile deLyon
rolkeslone
-anas
M. Stanley
. Paclole
Prin
, l..ombard
Mme. Martotttn
Mme. Scb^railer
Prfn"e«Sl'llagan
Pres. Gauiain
ttueen's Scarlet
Snoir Flake
Sombre ~
Blanche Moreuu. Blanche Robert. Henry Martin.
" ' Murlnals. Salet. Mme Albert. Mme. Plantler,
Belle. Queen of Prairies, Gem of Prairies.
. de Murlnals. Salet.
It. Belle. Queen o'
ownby Ile'kes-Blk
HEIKES, Hgr., Coancll BlulTs, loirs.
M. Mel
HIBISCUS, roser-"" '''- -"'= -
TBBMS CA9U WITH ORDBR.
R.H.MURPHEY,Urbana,Ohlo.
GENERAL JACQUEMINOT
and LA FRANCE ROSES.
A few hundred fine clean plants from 5 inch
pots, at 9 cts. while they Inst.
Also CLEMATI.S TIKGINIANA. stnall-
Howered, sweet-scented, white, 2and 3 yrs.. fine
plants from open ground, at 5c. Packing tree.
W. H. SALTER, - Rochester, N.Y.
American Beauty
3H in. pots, very line. $7.00 per ICO.
2^ " ready for shitting, $5.00 per
100; $40.00 per 1000.
Crimson Rambler
3^ in. pots, stronpr, $10.00 per 100.
21s ' ready for shifting. $5.00 per
100 ; $40.00 per 1000.
Marechal Niel
5 in . pots, $12.00 per 100.
3H ■• 8.00 per 100.
m •' 3.50 per 100; $30.00 per 1000.
Also 100,000 HYBRID PERPET.
VAI.S, MOSSES and CLIMBERS,
in 2i4 in. pots, $30.00 per 1000.
■Write for our list ot varieties.
^W. S. LITTLE & CO.,
TEN DEGREES BELOW ZERO
w or mm Mm
ithe past Win
proving
*. Hardy Yellow Cllmbfns Rose
is what eTeryone has wanted for years and
Aelaia Is. therefore, an Immeosely ImportaDt
introduction.
150 RlosHomt in a Bunch
have frequently been produced by the Yellow
Rambler, for It has ihesiime manner of bloom-
InK In splendid blu clusters as dues the Crimson
Rambler to which it ia a splendid companion
frag
thn
id plants maklne
are the Introdncera
appointed by Mr. Peter
nator. We are also prepared to offer pla:
llmblnfi roses:
Color a Clear liRlit red : otherwise i
to AKlala.
THALIA or WHITE RAIUBLER
Pure white; same style and habit «s Aplala.
WE WANT EVERY FLORIST
to handle these three roses among his cub-
Inc to depend upon us for his supply of'plants,
W E^WJ L L S E N D^ F R^E E O F CHAR C E
Aiflala, toeelher Willi 100 handsonje descriptive
circulars wtth name and address stamped upon
ttiem. SoTidatonce.
Price for strong plants from 2>i inch pots,
$15.00 per 100. Send for our Trade
Lists of other Roses and General Stock.
JACKSON a PERKINS CO. Newark, New York
430
The Pl-orists' Exchange.
EBSTEfi TRIDE PORTS.
Albany, N. Y.
Easter trade was somewhat in exoebs ol
last year— 25 percent, better. Carnations
and violets had the largest sale in cut
flowers, azaleas and lilies in plants. Priceb
for cut Sowers same as last year. Beauty.
$6 per dozen ; Bride and Bridesmaid. II 50
to $2; Cusin and MorRan, the same; Perle,
$1.50; Bon Silene, $1; carnations, $1 to
$1 50 per dozen ; violets, $1 to $1.50 per 100
Plants realized a fair average— azaleas, $1
to 110 ; hydrangeas, $1 to $3 ; lilies, 20c. to
250. per flower ; Marguerites, $1 to $2
Bulboas stock at fair prices. As a novelty
violets and pansies in pans met with ap
proval.
Spiraeas and hydrangeas do not sell very
well ; they are seldom watered properly in
the homes of the buyers, and, therefore,
soon look shabby.
All agree that business this Easter was
far ahead of anything previously experi-
enced. Prices were satisfactory, and stock
plentiful— no surplus. The store decora-
tions were very elaborate.
Whittle Bros sold right out. Alfred
Whittle is now in New York combining
business with plea&ure.
H. G. Byres reports a record breaker.
He handled a tremendous block of stock,
and is now busy with Eister weddings.
GOLDRING Bros kept two stores filled
to overflowing, while flowerinsr stock of all
kinds went like hot cakes. Violets were
in good demand, selling freely at $1 to
$1.50 per 100. By actual count, 36,500 were
picked from tour houses during Easter
week. How is that for a record breaker ?
And still they come just as fine and fra-
grant as in midwinter. At the green-
houses young stocks of roses, especially
Beauty, and carnations are looking healthy
and strong.
John Dingwall reports the heaviest
sale of lilies and azaleas on record ; also a
heavy run on bulbous stock. He has some
10.000 tulips planted out for cutting, which
look rather curly this morning after the
frost of last night (19th), when ice formed
an inch thick; still he thinks they will
come out all right. He has a fine lot of
bedding stock.
L Menand reports a heavy business
at the cemetery ; he grows a choice line of
palms and ferns in addition to the flower-
ing stocks.
Geo. Grey, who was for several years
foreman in the houses on the Erastus Corn-
ing estate, has leased the larger range, and
is raising a general line of stock, both for
the wholetale and retail market.
W. M.
Syracuse, N. Y.
Easter trade was exceedingly satisfac-
tory In this city. From a careful com-
parison with former years, sales are gen-
erally conceded to be 25 per cent, larger
for the average stock, while plants in
bloom show a gain of over 30 per cent.
The church decoration.s were larger than
ever and on a more elaborate scale. Prices
ruled about the same as in former years-
roses $1 to $2 per dozen ; carnations, 75c.;
violets, from tl to $2 per 100. Valley and
carnations were in great demand, while all
bulbous stock sold well, with the exception
of daffodils, which, strange to say, has
been the favorite previous to Easter.
P. R. QniNLAN Co. had a beautiful win-
dow decoration in purple and white; the
interior of their store presented a splendid
appearance. Such a lot of fine clean stock
is seldom seen together, the lilies especially
being much above the average.
Henry Burt made an elegant display,
his store being full of choice stock. Mr.
Burt had some very fine specimen Mar-
guerites in 10 inch pots, which sold readily
at $3 each.
L. E Marquisee was especially well
pleased with his Easter trade, having sold
out clean in all lines ; he reports a tre-
mendous call for carnations, and thinks
the divine flower has come to stay in
popular favor.
Henry Morris, of Elmwood, had a good
share of business, disposing of his whole
Easter stock.
Wlntrj Weather.
This section was treated to a genuine
taste of Winter yesterday (19th), the mer-
cury dropping 28 degrees in less than 12
hours. Next morning it registered 10
degrees of frost. So far as can be learned
at the time of writing, no damage resulted
to the florists, but it is feared that the fruit
farmers will suffer great loss, as the frost
was accompanied with a biting wind.
C. Barson.
Detroit
E/.rybodj liid a .splendid business; there
was a great demand for nice flower-
ing plants, and it did not matter so much
what they were, as long as they were good.
About the usual number of lilies were in
the market, and sold readily at from 35c
to $1 25 each, retail. Carnations were a
littie scarce, and good stock found a ready
market at from $3 to $5 per 100, wholesale.
Holznagle had some very fine Buttercup
and Eldorado, which went quickly at the
top figure. Roses, general stock was good,
and supply equal to demand. Prices
ranged from $4 to $8 per 100 Some good
hybrids were in the market, and sold
readily at $20 per 100. H. F.
Milwaukee.
Easter trade was about 10 per cent,
better than last year's. Carnations and
violets were in greatest demand. In pot
plants, azaleas and Harrlail sold the best.
Cut flowers of all kinds were plentiful.
Roses retailed at from $1.25 to $1.50 a
Fall River. Mass.
Easter trade was better than a year
ago, perhaps due to the fine weather.
Carnations, as usual, were In greatest de-
mand, but there were also many calls for
roses and violets. The largest sales in
plants were of Easter lilies at 15c. to 20c.
Prices were the same as a year ago. Day-
break carnations sold at from 60c. to 70c.,
Scott and Alaska at 50c.
We have not noted any novelty in the
fiower trade, nor does the public seem to
become tired of the ordinary flowers.
Bridgeport, Conn.
Trade for Easter was fully equal to last
year's. Carnations were the cut flowers
most in demand for general trade, and
sold at 50c. per dozen, although there was
much objection to the price, while last
year thev sold more freely at 75c. per
dozen. For the better trade azaleas were
the favorite Easter plants, while for the
general trade lilies were in the lead, but
they sold at lower prices than last year.
Branchii
Lilii
dozen, while last yenr they broueht from
$1.50 to $3 a dozen. Beauty realized from
$3 to $6 Carnations brought from 50c. to
75c. a dozen— same as last year. Violets
were from 25c. to 35c. a bnnch, but last
year they brought 50c. a bunch.
Bulbous stock was plentiful and didn't
meet with great demand. Cut lilies re-
tailed for $2.50 a dozen, but were not in
demand.
The plant trade exceeded the cut flower
trade by about 25 per cent.
Ottawa, Ont.
Easter trade was fully twenty per cent,
better than last year, notwithstanding the
wet, miserable day that Saturday was.
The fact that better displays were made
than heretofore, accounted for the increase
to a large extent. C. Scrim had a large
extra store fllled up with a fine selection of
plants, and did a very satisfactory business.
This was Graham Bros.' first Easter In
their store at 29 Sparks St., so they, of
course, did a much larger trade than was
formerly done at the greenhouses. Others
report a satisfactory business.
In cut flowers, roses, violets, carnations,
lilies, valley, daffodils and bulb stock were
asked for in about the order named.
Prices were the same as last year, with
little or no advance over everyday figures.
In plants, Harrisii have probably yet the
call at $1 each. Azaleas at $1 to $1.25 each,
sold ratherslowly; bulbs in pan8at25o. each
sold well. Spiraeas and cinerarias at 50c.,
were slow. There were not any novelties
of note. Taken on the whole, the craft is
well pleased with the trade done. J. G.
A comparison of prices shows that Beauty
roses sold for $1 per dozen less than they
did last year; other roses 50c. a dozen less.
Violets $1 per 100 lower than in 1896. In
plants azaleas went at 50c. to $1, and lilies
at 5c. a flower less than was obtained last
Easter.
Hydrangeas sold very poorly this year
Bulbous stock has dropped In popular
favor by reason of such large quantitie-
being presented to the eye of the public
everywhere, and generally for a long time
ahead of Easter.
Kalamazoo, Mich.
The unfavorable weather early in the
week undoubtedly caused a lighter cut
than usual of roses, carnations, etc.; but
this was fully made up for by a large
supply of bulbous stock being on hand,
especially Easter lilies. Saturday being a
fine day, trade averaged up well and prices
remained as usual ; roses, $1 ; carnations,
SOo. to 40c. per dozen ; violets $1 per 100.
Easter lilies sold as well as anything and
no novelties were offered.
Glen Falls, N. Y.
Trade was about the same as last Easter.
Rainy weather part of the day and two
days previous possibly put a check to it.
Azaleas sold best, lilies being next. BInley
had a few heaths, which sold well, being a
novelty in this section. Prices were about
the same as those of last year, with the
exception of that for valley, which was
about 25 per cent, lower.
New Bedford, Mass.
Eisttr tit.de v.fs leiy much thead of
last yeai's ; accordmg to reports of the old
florists, the beet they ever had. Violets
and carnations were the leaders in cat
flowers ; there was no sale for callas. A
large demand for Easter lilies in pots was
experienced, but very few cut lilies were
sold ; prices were the same as last year's—
carnations, 60c. and 75c. per dozen; violets,
$1.50 per 100 ; daffodils, 50c. and 60c. per
dozen.
There was a large call for potted plants,
such as lilies, hydrangeas, even calceolarias
sold. Spiraeas in pots do not seem to sell
so well as they used to.
Newark, N. J,
The demand for church flowers was
about the same as in previous years, but
there was a large increase in individual
orders for Easter flowers for homes. The
prices were fair. Lilies sold at 30c. to $1.50
a plant. Roses went at $1.25 a dozen and
upward, large American Beauty fetching
from $5 to $6. The price of azaleas ranged
from 75c. to $3 for a plant, and hydrangeas
from 50c. to $3; hyacinths from 15c. to 20c.,
and genistas 50c. a plant. Cut tulips could
be purchased for 50c. and 60c. a dozen and
upwards, and in pots went at 15c. to 25c.
each.
Newburg, N, Y.
The Easter trade
as good as in
plants lily of the valley sold at 30c.: tulips,
25c.; cinerarias, 35c. to 50c.; azaleas, $1 to$2;
daffodils, 25c. to 50c.; lilies, 40c. to $2; mig-
nonette, 25c.; primrose, 20c.; Spiraea ja-
ponica, 50c.; Marguerites, 35c.; hyacinths,
20c. to 25c. Cut roses sold at from $1 25 to
$2, according to variety; carnations were
scarce and brought 50c. a dozen; lily of the
valley, 50c.; daffodils, 75c. to $1; tulips,
50c. to $1 ; narcissi, 50c.; violets, 75c. to tl
per 100 ; callas, $1.50 a dozen ; lilies, 20c. to
25c. a bloom; heliotrope, 25c. a dozen.
Mount Vernon, N. Y.
There was an increase of nearly 20 per
cent, in the Easter trade this year over
previous ones. All cut flowers were in
slight demand; many more carnations
could have been sold had not the price
been so high. Violets were in greatest
demand.
Prices for roses were about the same as
last year's; average, $2.50 per dozen. Car-
nations last year sold at 50c. and 75c. per
dozen; this year, 75c. and $1, which stopped
the demand.
There was nothing in the way of novel-
ties. Baskets of plants in bloom sold well.
Large expensive plants or baskets were
very hard to dispose of, the demand being
mostly for cheaper grades. Customers
were all complaining of hard times.
Saratoga Springs, N. Y.
Business was about the same as last
year's, if anything, a little poorer. Car-
nations were in brisk demand, followed
by roses. Violets had no sale. In
plants, hydrangeas, lilies, azaleas and
hyacinths were in fair demand. The
prices of roses and carnations ranged
about the same figures as last year. The
people are tired of spiraeas. Lilac in pots
sold fairly well. On Saturday it rained
most all day, and hurt the trade a good
deal. T. J. Totten.
Bangor. Me.
Easter trade was the best in
gor's history, notwithstanding that all
■ "y Easter 111'
retailed a few cents below Boston whole-
plants, and especially Easter lilies, were
ale quotations. Fine, extra large flower-
ing pansy plants, in 3-inch pots, sold best in
the line of small plants.
Carnations- mostly Daybreak— were In
greatest demand, $1.50 per dozen being the
top price. Mixed grades brought 50c. per
dozen. Bulbous stock went slow. On the
whole, Easter trade was a perfect picnic
for all concerned.
Branching Lilium Harrisii.
Our illustration of the branching lily is
reproduced from a photograph sent us by
George Cooke, St. Albans. Vt. Evidently
the branching habit is becoming quite
common. Several cases have come under
our observation this year. Mr. Cooke's
plant had fourteen blooms.
Rah way, N. J.
W. B. Du RiE has opened a store in the
main business street of this city for a
general florists' business. He reports that
Easter trade was very good; sold out clean
everything in flowers.
Thb F=i-orists' Exoh?5:nge.
481
Azalea. — Showing U:
Azilea — Shoiving Loose Form of Growing.
The above specimens were grown by Julius Roehrs, Carlton Hill, N. J.
Hudson. N. Y.
The demand for cut flowers and plants was
rather better than last year, the greatest
call being for carnations, violets and roses.
In plants, lilies and azaleas had the largest
sale. Prices for cut flowers were same as
last year, those for plants being rather
lower. More plants were sold this year.
Hartford, Conn.
Evster t^ade was better tlian laM
year. Lilies, carnations and roses were iti
most demand. The largest sale in plantt
was on azaleas, lilies, pans aod pots cl
'Uffodils, tulips and hyacinths. Theprlcef
were about the same as last year. TbOFt
on cut flowers also were about the same.
Lilies sold for $2 a dozen; roses, $150;
.racq.,$2; Brunner, $4 to $6. Plants sold
Ji) per cent, better than last year. Genistaf-
vere the only plants that did not sell well,
except In smaller sizes.
tome.
N. Y.
Eister trade was a little better than las*
year's. Carnations were in greatest de-
mand, roses next. Violets sold well, also
Illy of the valley. In plants, lilies took
the lead and sold better than ever. Azaleas
went rather slow. Cinerarias and hya-
cinths sold well. Carnations brought 50c.
per dozen for best; rosea, 11.25 per dczen;
lily of the valley, 75o.; violets, $1.50 per
hundred. We did not raise the price ou
carnations for Eas-ter. Roses brought 25c.
per dozen. No advance of price on other
stock. Carnations were scarce. Lilies
sold for 15o. per bud and flower, last year
tor 20o. On other stock prices were the same
as last year. Cinerarias, 35c.; hyacinths.
20c. and 25o. per pot.
Saturday was showery ; Sunday was
flne, and we were kept busy all day.
Cincinnati, 0.
Echoes of Easter.
Never before was there so large a
trade done by the commission houses as at
the Easter just past. Stock, with the ex
ceptlon of carnations, was plentiful; more
Harrisil could also have been snld. There
were plenty of roses. Von SioD, tulips,
paper white narcissus, hyacinths, Mar
guerites and valley constituted the prln
cipal stock.
Prices ruled as follows : Bride and
Bridesmaid, 6c. to 8c.; Perle, 4c. to 5c.;
La France, 6c. to 8o.; fancy carnations,
5q ; medium, 3c.; good, 2c.; tulips, 3c.;
Von Slon, 4c.; paper white. So.; hyacinths,
2c. to 4c.; valley, 3c.; Harrisli, lOc; Callas,
5c. to 10c. ; violets, 50c. to 75c. per 100; Mar-
guerites, 50c. per 100; smilax, 12Jc. to ISc,
asparagus, 50c. per string.
As to the general Easter business, it was
equal to any former year. All the stores
are well satlsfled and prices ruled fair.
Market trade was up to the standard.
We had nothing new in plants and
prices on plants were good. The only sub-
ject that sold slowly, and which the public
does not seem to care tor, is spiraea. This
certainly Is a back number and will be dis-
carded by many growers.
The Shon at the Flower Market.
The scene at the flower market
beggared description. The place was (-0
crowded that one could hardly get through
The general display was magnificent and
was equal to, if not excelling, any flower
show that could possibly be staged. The
aggregate sales at this market on Satur-
day afternoon and evening will amount to
about $7,000. This sum Is well divided
among the fifty-four stands which com-
pose this market.
At the late R. J. Murphy's stand we
noticed about 3,000 Jacq. roses ; the pricet
of some ranged from $1 to $2 50 per dcz^n.
Other etandswere well filled with assorted
stock.
In plants, Harrisli and callas had the
lead, at prices ranging from 75c. to .«1.25
each. Hydrangeas sold at about the same
figures. Azaleas, from $1 to $3 each.
Rosebank had some choice hybrids, most
of which were shipped out of the city.
J. A. Petersen had an unusually flnf
stock of roses of all classes, also tulips.
Von Sion and other stock.
Sunderbruch's Sons were also well sup-
plied with extra choice stock.
.Inllus Baer and the Walnut Hills Floral
Bazaar handled the fancy carnations;
these were grown principally by E. G.
Hill & Co. Wm. Murphy had some good
Bridesmaid.
Ordinary carnations never were so scarce
at an Easter time, and many people were
disappointed that they could not get their
favorite flower. E. G. GiLLKTT.
Rhododendron Prince Camille de Roh
Cienista Racemosiis.
The above specimens were grown by Julius Roehrs, Carlton Hill, N. J.
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St. Louis, St. Paul,
Apparently, these concerns are in the re-
tail flower business to stay. Whether or
not at the present stage, they are competi-
tors to the established trade in New Yorlc,
is a moot point. What they will do in the
future, is another matter. Taking the
case of Bloomingdale Bros.; One year ago
this iirm's trade in this line was in a very
crude condition. This season, we noticed
that they were doing a remarkably heavy,
and at the same time, proper retail busi-
ness ; that they were giving the same per-
sonal attention to customers as other
stores would do, and were booking orders
for delivery, and running accounts. In re-
gard to the alleged cut in prices, this was
not so real as the advertisements in the
daily papers would lead one to think ; and
the customers did not get such bargains as
was supposed. True, these stores did sell
lilies at ISc, whereas the regular trade
charged 3.5c., but a proportionate difference
in value existed. For violets, they charged
90c. a bunch, while retail florists' stores
only charged a dollar, so there was but
little difference. In the price of roses,
there was but a slight difference, the same
as regards tulips, etc. A noticeable feature
in the class of buyers was that they were,
in the major ty of eases, new as buyers of
cut flowers or plants, and such being the
case, these institutions may be looked upon
more in the light of a benefit to a congested
market and to growers, who would other-
wise suffer.
Siegel Cooper, considering this was their
fir.-t season, did a large business, and if
they only have grit enough to stick to it,
there is little doubt but what they will be
large factors in future trade.
Wanamaker went into the flower and
plant trade slightly, and say that next year
they will be in it very heavily.
Over in Brooklyn similar conditions ex-
isted. This competition, had a greater ef-
fect, however, on the general florists' store
trade in this i ity than in New York.
Other contending factors in New York
City were an augmentation of plant ped-
dlers, whose patronage in the fashionable
quarters was larger; and the increased
number of Greeks, who have now small
basement stores, and who carried this year
a nice assortment of plants, which were
sold out readily.
Buffalo, De
Toronto
New Orleans, Philadelphia
New York, Springfleld, Mass.
St. Joseph ....
Boston, Cleveland, Pittsburg
For the Busy Man.
N. C. Patterson, of Pittsburg, is dead.
Bureau at Washington for the distributic
free seeds, which ex-Secretary Morton suc-
ceeded m having abolished.
The Easter business has been a very satisfac-
tory one all over. Plants were mostly in de-
mand. The prices obtained were generally the
same as those realized last year; in some in-
stances being rather lower.
BOOKS RECEIVED.
FLORILKQItJM HARLEMEN8B.— The third
number of this publication has come to
hand, and contains handsome colored
plates and history of Hyacinth gigantea-
tulips, Chrysolora, Canary Bird, Wouwer-
man and L'lmmaculee, and Frltlllaria
imperlalls ruora maxima.
A Graceful Tribute.
No previous Easter has ever been decked
with such gorgeous flowers as this. Their
beauty and fragrance are found on all
sides— in church and boudoir, window sill
and pMterre, corsage and buttonhole. The
art ot horticulture has done wonders to
make the festival radiant. N. Y. Herald
The Vote on the New Tariff
As It Affects Florists, Seedsmen and Nursery-
men.
Candor compels us to state openly that
the voting on the three paragraphs which
principally affect the above industries was
disappointing, the returns coming in
slowly, and representing but a small per-
centage of the sum total of the individuals
concerned.
For this seemingly apathetic stand on a
question of so much importance we feel
unable to account, save that the trade
generally have taken it for granted that
Congress and the Senate would do as they
pleased In the matter— which conclusion
would be wrong, for an open expression
from an Influential body of men always
carries weight in legislative matters, and
at least insures consideration ; or, as a
subscriber very aptly put it, " I'ou
should have printed the coupon on a
separate sheet of paper ; no one likes to
spoil his number of the Florists' Ex-
change Special Blitlon," which expression
pleases us, and probably this fact did pre-
vent a number from voting. At the same
time the postal laws regulating second-
class matter would not allow such a slip
to be inserted.
However, the results reached are inter-
esting in that they show a startling dif-
ference of opinion to be existent, as follows:
On paragraphs 251 and 253 (new 249 and
251 in the Senate) the vote was 47 per cent,
against and 53 per cent, in favor of.
On paragraph 680 (now 628 in the Senate)
the vote was 41 per cent, against and 59 ner
cent, in favor of.
A meeting of the business men repre-
senting the above extremes could only
come to an agreement through a com-
promise which would result in fixing a
moderate amount of duty on all imports.
What the Senate's action will result In Is
still to be conjectured I
There Is a possibility that the Govern,
ment Seed Bureau at Washington, which
ex-Secretary Morton succeeded In abolish-
ing, may be re-established by the present
Secretary of Agriculture, Hon. James Wil-
son, who in a recent interview is reported
to have given his opinion on this subject as
follows :
"I think It very probable that a saving
Is accomplished by having the work done
by seedsmen. But It is to be considered
whether the seeds sent out are as reliable
as they would be if they were sent to this
Department, examined and tested by our
experts, and put np under our own direc-
tion. It seems to me very likely that in
this respect the system now enforced is
not as good as the plan of having the work
done by the Department."
If Secretary Wilson had made himself
acquainted with the literature on the Free
Seed Distribution, he would not, we feel
confident, have spoken the words here
attributed to him ; or had he even given
the matter a moment's thought, the ludl-
crousness of his alleged statement would
have strangled It in the utterance.
It is useless to again comment on the
utter worthlessness of the rubbish sent
out as seed by the Seed Bureau when in
operation, or the means by which the vari-
ous seeds were then tested; their value, or
want of it, is known to all who have used
the seed. On the other hand, the firms
who have supplied the seed under the new
method ot distribution, stand at the top of
their profession— their names were known
to the people— and it is not possible to con-
ceive that these good names would be
sought to be tarnished by an indiscrim-
inate distribution of Inferior quality goods.
The words attributed to the Hon. Secre-
tary could well be construed as an attack
upon the integrity of our leading seeds-
men, a reflection which these gentlemen
might, with justice, resent. In fact, it is
the superior quality of the seeds now dis-
tributed that Is adding to the injury done
to the seed trade through this iniquitous
paternal Interference with their Industry
by the Government. The public can now
rely on the seeds it receives free; and the
reception of such seeds obviates the neces-
sity of the purchase of others, and herein
lies the injustice.
If Secretary Wilson Is In earnest In his
desire to help the farmers, truckers, and
gardeners of the country in the manner In
which Government has ordered, relative
to a distribution of free seeds, the present
method is to be preferred to the old one,
both as regards a saving of expenditures
(admitted by the Hon. Secretary himself),
and the public weal.
But should the honorable gentleman be
anxious to heap an additional odium on
the whole free seed business and augment
the disgrace ot that farcical proceeding, in
no better way could he accomplish this
than by re-establishing the Seed Bureau.
Until such time as the stigma of pauper-
Ism, cast on the American public by those
who make its laws, Is removed by the
abolition of paternalism In this particular
form, the Hon. Secretary ot Agriculture
would act wisely in letting " well enough
alone." We hope, however, to see his
energies directed to the regulating of his
department by worthy and desirable in-
novations rather than the bringing again
Into use of any ot its defective and objec-
tionable adjuncts.
Springfield, Mass.
Eister News,
Easter started in good, but several
wet days interfered with the volume of
business. Flowers of all kinds were plenti-
ful, except violets, which were used up
about three days before Easter, and carna-
tions, which were a very short crop. They
might have been had from the wholesalers
at fancy prices, but past seasons' experi-
ence has proved that stored flowers at
fancy prices are worse than so much
money thrown away. Plant sales were
about as usual— azaleas, lilies, hydran-
geas, heaths and spiraeas being the princi-
pal plants sold. Prices were about the
same as in years past. Churches didn't
spend as much money as last year, and, of
course, were not decorated as well.
The wedding season has opened. Gale
decorated for a church service and house
reception on Tuesday, also Tuesday night.
Miller had a reception Monday night
Several weddings are to follow.
Flowers are as plentiful as the week be-
fore Easter, judging from the supply
offered.
Mark Aitken, of Altken & Son, will be
married in June. W. F. G.
New York.
Easter Report.
For several holidays past there has
been an interesting struggle for supremacy
between cut flowers and plants. During
the bygone week the battle was renewed
with greater vigor than ever before, and
on Saturday, also during the night and
well on into Sunday, flghting of the most
stubborn kind continued. But before
midday Sunday, the great struggle was
over, and the cut-flower trade was, In
martial parlance, absolutely routed, plants
having won a complete victory. And to
all appearances, the conqueror upon this
occasion will remain as such for a long
time to come, for unquestionably, the buy-
ing-publlc has so decreed. Its taste has
changed ; its education also is more com-
plete than formerly, and it has learned to
appreciate the fact that there Is more
value in a flowering plant than In a basket
of cut-flowers, or a box of loose flowers ;
the flrst-named lasting so much longer.
Even on Sunday morning— when baskets
of cnt-flowers formerly were the rule- this
season the basket had to be made up of
small flowering plants and ferns, thus
showing how thorough and radical has
been the change. This report should serve
as a guide to growers, dealers and all con-
cerned to shape their course accordingly
for another season.
Looking for a cause for the changes that
have taken place, the retail storekeeper
claims that all the fault lies with the cut
flower growers, who, as they put It, are to
blame for all this cumbersome, expensive,
risky plant trade. First of all, only a
short while ago they (the storekeepers)
were driven to offering plants, in many
cases, as a substitute for the cut bloom,
owing to the enormous, and, as they term
it, outrageous prices asked for the latter
article. That was the beginning, and In
the meantime the public taste had grown
to favor the substitution, with the afore-
mentioned results. Furthermore, the
same authorities say that it will only take
about two years more, if present tactics
are continued, till the cut flower business
at holidays will be a thing of the past.
Not that the dealers complain so much of
the prices they had to pay for good quality
stock this season; what they have refer-
ence to is the enormous quantity of salted,
or, more correctly, kept-over flowers,
which were presented, the percentage of
which, experienced men claim, was greater
than they had ever before known. The
largest part of this material was ot no pos-
sible use for store trade; and now that
there are no baskets or cheap flower pieces
to be made up, as formerly, there Is no
place for it. Neither do the smaller stores
or Greek stands need such. There is, there-
fore, no other place for it but the streets,
and that being so, the better class trade is
Injured, and all alike are losers.
Wholesale commission men claim that
overload of inferior stock. Blue Jacqs.
injured the sale of proper-colored flowers,
and S9 per dozen for fieauty meant only
for flowers of the recognized Beauty color.
AH blue ones were returned ; and, unfor-
tunately for some growers, there were
many such.
Saturday's Trade.
Considerable guessing had been
done during the week as to what quantity
of stock would turn up on Saturday, and
in the meantime prices were pushed up
steadily ; for It was evident that the
agents were determined to do the best
possible for their shippers. Retailers be-
gan to prepare also, so much so that on
Friday night their cellars and ice boxes
were filled to repletion with cut flowers
for Saturday morning's trade.
The day always opens first at the Cut
Flower Exchange, Thirty-fourth Street
Ferry, and at the hour buyers were start-
ing toward that mart there was a terrible
downpour of rain. However, a large at-
tendance was on hand, and business
generally turned out good. Carnations, If
of good quality, were in demand, and the
asking prices were well sustained— $3, 14,
and 15 per 100 were taking prices.
Violets maintained an average top figure
of 75c. Jacq. roses averaged 10c. : other
roses did fairly well, as also the miscellane-
ous stock which is to be found here.
Among the commission trade there was
but little delay in receipt of stock, and by
9 A.M. the counters began to be well filled.
But as fast as the boxes were opened there
was consternation all along the line. The
flowers were in wretched condition. Roses
were more abundant than anyone had
been led to believe, and evidences of long
keeping were apparent. Added to this,
there were but few buyers around, and a
scarcity of orders ; still, prices were kept
stiff, so speculators had nothing to do but
The F^lorists* Exchhngb.
433
wait around and make bets as to the pos;:!'
billty of buying roses at $15 and $20 per
1000, later.
Two large sales were made at $30 and
$■10 per 1000 on straight slips; after that,
for the whole day until past midnight,
prices varied from $3 to $10 per 100, accord-
ing to grade; a few fancy brought 13c.
each. Bride moved slowly as compared
with Bridesmaid, and would average from
3o. to 7c.: while the latter averaged from
4c. to 8o. Jacqs., 4e. to lOc; hybrids,
20o. to 34c.; a few special Paul Neyrou
brought 75c., as did a very limited number
of Beauty, that figure being top notch for
the last-named variety, on which other
prices varied considerably; but had the
quality averaged higher, the figures would
also have been steadier, for Beauty was
far from being plentiful. Meteor had a
steady sale at between 4o. and 12c ; Cnsin
and Morgan were in slow demand and the
quality was very inferior.
Carnations were very steady, and good
prices were obtainable for special stock,
varying from 3c. to 6c.; 4c. and 5c. were
the prevailing figures. Other stock ranged
from 50c. to $2.50 per 100. Toward night
there were more carnations on hand than
had been anticipated, still they were al-
ways good property.
Violets came in quantities, probably
amounting in the aggregate to 1,000,000;
some inferior blooms were sold in the
morning at from 15c. to 33o. per 100; sub-
sequently, sales were maintained at from
60c. and 75o. to $1. After midnight and on
Sunday morning, the market broke to
pieces and prices were erratic ; so that 75c.
per 100 would be about the average for
good violets, instead of $1 as was antici-
pated.
Lilies were steady at from So. to 10c. ,
although some sales were made at $6 per
100. It was fortunate the supply was used
up Saturday, for there was no Sunday
morning demand worth speaking about.
Valley was good property and realized
from $2 to $3 for good No. 1. Narcissus
varied from $1 50 to $3, and all were not
sold. Tulips would not average more
than $1 50 and were in over-supply ; a few
pink blooms sold well.
Mignonette was a drug, and no price can
be quoted for it; quantities went unsold.
Orchids were in demand and were very
scarce.
Smilax and asparagus sold no better
than usual ; perhaps on the whole not so
well as in the previous week.
Cut Flower Trmde This Week.
Monday and Tuesday were both
slow days, owing to the large retail stores
having to work off their surplus from Sun-
day, for hardly a store of any size failed to
have quite a quantity on hand, either be-
cause they wanted it so or that Sunday's
trade had not come up to their expecta-
tion. Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
cleared up things a little better, but the
demand would not warrant the holding on
to any such prices as were obtainable last
week, although shipments were not at all
heavy. Roses of the hlghergradesdropped
considerably. Beauty falling to 25s , and
extras of other stock to 6c. and 8c. Meteors
and Jacqs. had a hard time of it and
prices were uncertain.
Carnations have come down with a tum-
ble, bringing 3c.— a fancy figure— lower or
inferior grades have dropped to $1, and
the best of standard kinds can only com-
mand $1 50 to $2.50. Valley is selling fairly
well, and $3 is possible for A No. 1 ; No. 2
sells at $7.50 to $15 per 1000. Narcissus is
too plentiful, and Is worth only $1 to $1.50.
The shipments of violets have fallen off;
prices vary from 25c. to 50c. per 100.
Retail Trade.
Taken as a whole, this trade may
be reported as excellent. The plant busi
neSB was better than usual, but the cu(
flower trade was disappointing. The large
stock of plants laid in everywhere
pretty well sold out, and where such was
not the case they came in for church
decoration, or were good enough for show
afterwards. The plants most in demand
were azaleas. Hydrangeas were of good
quality, and only sold when azaleas were
out of the way. Metroslderos specloea
sold fairly well; heaths very well; pot roses
excellent. Moss roses in fiats also ^
fairly well. Crimson Rambler was hardly
showy enough. Lilies sold splendidly
tulips and hyacinths only fair. Boronlas
were a novelty. Acacias did exceedingly
well. Palms only met with a limited de-
mand.
Paper trimmings were not so freely used
as In some previous displays. Large tubs
or baskets of plants were more popular
and very little trimming was done.
Among the retailers who had to secure
extra stores for their displays were Small
& Sons, Thorley, Bridgeman, The Rosary,
Slebrecht & Son, Hanft Brothers, P. Bo-
gart, H. Kuhn, W. P. Sears and T. J
Lang.
Alex McConuell is about again and was
able to attend to his business personally
during the Easter rush. |
Auction Sales.
Business in this line for the week
has been fairly good, Tuesday next being a
holiday, sales will take place on Wednes-
day.
J. P. Clkart & Co. sold, on Thursday,
over 800 lots of orchids for F. Pander &
Co., England. The sale was fairly well
attended, and several new commercial
buyers were noticed. Prices on the whole,
averaged good. The kinds that realized
the best figures, were those that can be
used as cut-flowers. Cattleya Trianse, led
the list in this particular, followed by
Dcndrobium formcbum gigantttm.
Fire broke out on Monday in a barn ad
joining the greenhouses of JAMSS Dean
at Bay Ridge, but by prompt discovery
and some hustling was prev»nted extend-
ing beyond the barn, the interior of which
was damaged to a considerable extent.
An Important Lan Suit.
The case of Thomas Devoy & Son
last, before Judge Gaynor. Some trouble
was experienced in the selection of a jury,
quite a number of the proposed jurors
being objected to by the defence on ac-
count of their association with the trade.
There were two counts against the Cut
Flower Co., one tor alleged breach of con-
tract in that the defendants were said to
have failed to make payments at the
specified time. After the evidence had
been presented the judge decided there
was no case to go to the jury, and threw it
out of Court, remarking that neither law
nor contracts of the nature before the
Court could be interpreted so fine. The
plaintiff had shown that in a conversation,
Dad with the secretary of the Company,
that official had informed the plaintiff his
company was working upon the accounts,
and would render payment as soon as the
accounts were completed ; also that a check
followed in three days afterwards. The
judge considered this .settlement a reason-
able one.
The second count was of a different na-
ture ; theCompany was charged with failing
to make just and proper returns for violets
sold . To refute this, the defence placed in evi-
dence the file of the Florists' Exchange
for the dates in question, the same journal
having been admitted b> the plaintiff as
the leading trade paper, whose market re
ports were reliaiile. It was proven that in
the course of the twenty niue days in which
he had shipped violets to the Company,
upon several occasions he had received a
higher figure than the top market quota
tions; upon others, the same figures; that
he also had received a higher average than
tlie PL\clIAN(.;E's quotations showed.
Uue of the plaintiff's witnesses was
unable to say that the iteady price of
$1.50 per 100 claimed was maintained, and
admitt d that, owing to the perishable
nature of the goods other and lower prices
were taken at times in order to sell out.
The defence rested their case without
I ither calling upon al the witnesses avail-
able, or producing their books other than
the average sheets then in use. The judge
examined the market prices as quoted, and
the averages on the Company's sheets,
which together with the testimony before
him, demonstrated, he said, that the com-
pany, according to a system of averaging
agreed on between the parties, had lived
up to its lontracts and had exercised all
possible care in the sale of the goods. He
therefore also refused to present this count
to tile jury and ru ed it out of court.
florist, whose place of business almost ad-
joins that of a grocer who had his store
window filled with plants, advertised them
at " Half price," " Plants at your own
price," etc. We think they all got enough
of the deal. Flowers and groceries and
meats don't go worth a cent together, and
w^ hope they will find it out to their own
satisfaction.
Index to Advertisers.
Baldwin' A J." ..'.'
a
Smith ChasE.
Smith N & Sod
^IS'J^tsE:;;:::
437
Cavanaugh Mr
MoBrideA....
Search W H. .
411
Smith CE....
Aslera
Hughes Geo J
4;i7
Hughes Geo"'.
BegonliLii
BaldwinAJ 437
DaviB AB& Son 437
National Plant Co . . 414
atorre & Harrison Co 427
DeLaMarePtgiPCo 122
Bulbnanilllools
Allen Chas H 422
BergerH H & Co 425
CiucasiBoddlngfon 422
Cushman Gladiolus
Gardiner J &Co. .
Germain Fruit Co.
Hulsebosoh Bros .
Pitcher & Manda.
Sichmitz F W 0....
Shepherd Mrs T B.
Storrs & Harrison C
Van Houtte Louie..
Conard, A F
Counell Benj
Cottage Gardens. . .
Elizabeth Nure Co
Seawanhaba Ghs.
Seidewitz E /
Bath R H
Beckert T F . .
Bool Floral Co
Breituieyer J -
Son I
Cottage Gardens 436-437
DaleH 429
Davis A B &Son.... 437
DeWittP M 428
DomerFSSons Co. 436
EiseleC 444
Emmans Geo M
Fryer E.
434
St. Joseph, Mo.
Hoyle A W
Jabn Bros..
Logan ay i
Easter, with all its worry and bustle, is
ver, and the most of u=( are not sorry, as it
3 always a day of much worry and excite-
nent. Saturday was a beautiful day.
,s able to get around was
for
Easter. The dull, cold weather the past Mader Paul.... ■
few weeks caused the crop of cut fiowers May Jno N <
to be very ligi.t, and as the demand for Meadow View Oreen
them was good, the supply was soon dis-
posed of, at good prices. There was a good
Bocl! Wm A....
DaleH
Dumont &Co..
Fleokenstein Oha
Ford Bros 440
GuDther W H 440
Bart Michael A 440
Hoffmann HA 440
Horan EC 440
Hunt EH 441
IlllnoisCutFlowerCo 440
Easting WmF. ... 441
Kennloott Bros Co. 440
Kuehn 0 A 441
Lang Julius 440
Lynoh WE 440
McCarthy ft Co 441
McEellar Chas W... 440
MillangF 440
Mullen Geo 441
N Y Cut Flower Co. 44o
Pennoott Samuel S. 440
Purdy S Blauyelt. . . 440
ReidEdw 440
Reinberg Bros 440
Ro»eri Park Fl Co. .. J 40
Rolker A4 P 440
Sheridan W F 440
Sutherland Q A .... 441
Traendly 4 Schenck 440
Welch Bros 441
Wors C. W 441
Young John 440
Cyrlainen
Lehnig & Winuefeld '.37
Dahlias
Cottage Gardens
Peacock WP....
Vick* Hill Co..
Beckert T F. ...'
FisherR
Baversdorfer H & Co 4
Collins Thos (
Elliott WmH I
Germain Fruit Co... i
Nat Plant Co i
ItickseokerObasH... I
Schrader Gus 4
Decorative Plan
Bader, Jiio I
Baker Chas F t
ComlngE 4
Doyle J A 4
Heacock Joa 4
Huier W J
OH.
Merkel I
Pitcher & Manda
Roebre JuUua . .
Van Houtte Louis...
WitlboldOeo
Exchange
Dann * Son
Stafflinger Geo
Eoh
Oarmody JD 43!
Ohadborn- Kennedy
gOo..
443
Ooldwell-Wllcoi (
Hippard E 4J9
Hitchlngs & Co 443
Lockland Lumber Co 439
Lord A Burnham Co 443
Monlnger John CCo 439
Ormsbv EA . 426
Pierce FO Co 425
Plenty's Horticul-
tural Works 439
Quaker City Machine
Scolla'y'o k .'.'■'■'■'.'. .. 439
Co 4.39
Van Home Oriffen
Geraniums.
Baldwin A J 437
Benedict Geo H 437
BoemerFred 437
Doyle J A 429
Emmans Geo M.... 434
Everitt & Insall 437
Mader. P 428
McBride, A 437
National Plant Co... 444
Rawson G P 423
Smith Chas E 437
Storrs&Harrlson Co. 427
Hall Insurai
FloristHailAss'n..
Merkel & Son.
Moore Frank ]
Murphey R :
Salter WH 429
Scott Bobt& Son.... 429
Storrs It Harrison Oo 427
Seeda
Beaulieu H
Burpee WA b Co
Clucasi Boddlngto
Dann & Son . .
Hrlloli
Baldwin A J.
Hughes, Geo.
Murphey R H. . .
Vick&HillCo..
Hollyhnt
Vick&HlllCo..
Fungicide
Faust HO & Co....
LoulsyllleTob'ool
Skaboura Dip Co. .
Stoothoff H A....
Mlsccllaneo
BetscfaerBros. ...
Chinnick W J....
Conard AF
CunuiugliB
Fred ... .
Eyerltt & Insall.
Felthousen J E
Fryer E
Harris C A iCo....
Highlands Nursery.
SeawanhakaGrhses. •
Wood Bros
ItlushrooHi Spav
Gardiner John & Co. :
Black Chas 427
Elizabeth Nurs Co 427
FiF Nurseries ... 427
Highlands Nursery. 427
Storrs & Harrison C
Van Koert L .. ..
Orchids.
Corning E
Dann & Son. .
Dinger Fred.
Primulas
Logan Ay G'houaes.. 4
National Plant Co.. 4
R.frl eraliirs
Ohooolate Oooler Co. 4
42S
EUlott Wm JiSons.. Hi
Gardiner John b Co. 422
Germain Fruit Oo. . . 422
McAllister FE Co... 421
PtereonFROo 421
Rolker A & Son 444
Schiller J L 422
Shapherd MrsTB.
422
Shr
rerlK
Ouwerkerk P. . 4!
Storrs b Harrison Co 4!
Van Houtte Louis... 4!
Smilax Plants.
Bailer. F. A 4
Boerner Fred 4:
Hulick, H'y 4:
Shepherd Mrs T B. . 4
Spriniilers.
Doming Co 4
King& Knight 4
Supplies and
Bayersdorfer H &0o 4
Boston Letter Co . . . 4
Caut-se A L 4
Clark Bros 4
Oonley John & Son.. 4
De La Mare Oo 4
Ellis t PoUworth... 4
ElUeonW 4
Faust H G k Oo 4
Kennicott Bros Oo . . 440
Kuehn CA 441
MoOarthyNF&Co.. 441
McKellar O W 440
Meyer Jno 0 & Co.... 442
Reed 4 Keller 442
Bio«M40o 442
RolkerA48ons 444
SohlHA 442
StefTens E 442
Sutherland Geo A. . . 441
Welch Bros 446
Tools, etc.
Doming Co 443
Esler J G 4 A 426
Florists' Shear Co. . . 442
JagerChas JCo.. .. 443
King 4 Knight ... 439
Mineralized Rubber
Oo 442
Pierce FOCo 426
Vegetable Plants
Hargadine EC 444
PuUen Alei 427
Tincent R Jr4Son. 427
DlUon J L..
Vlck'& Hilico.!
Whllton4Sons
Wood Bros
BaUerFA
Btaulieu H
Benedict Geo H
Connell Ben]
Doyle John A
Dreer Henry A. ...
EiseleC
Elizabeth Nurs. Co..
Ouwerkerk P
423
E J.
Batson S
Beckert T F..
Boulon Fd
Connell Benj .
Merkel & Son
Renard Jos
Russell Michael.
Saltford Geo ..
Jos.
Bradli .
Connell Benj
Cook. J
DaleH
Doyle J A .
Heikos.WP.
Supl"tF 438
Sutton F B Jr 488
WslkerJ F 428
Weld CE 438
Wants... 428,430
434
The F^i-orists' Exchkngb.
eOBBESPOilOEHCE.
Insertion will be yiven in this column
to all communications free from animus;
but the opinions expressed do not neces
sariVy reflect our own.
Experiment Stations as Exhib-
itors at Flower Shows.
Editor Florists' Exchanat :
Iq your editorial ia the issue of the l~th
Inst, your certainly express your case with
force and conviction. I only desire to add
that we expect that the American Dihlia
Society will send a committee to Ithaca
this year to examine our plantation. We
should be very glad to have the EXCHANGE
send a represeutatlve at the same lime; or,
if it is not convenient for him to come
then, we should be glad to have him drop
in upon us at any time that will suit your
convenience.
In respect to the poor stock plants which
we sometimes receive, I have only to say
that it seems to be probable that the fault
la rather one of over propagation than of
anything else. If you were to see some of
the plants which come to us for test, I am
sure that you would appreciate the point
which I tried to make. With every cire
which we are able to giva, we are often un-
able to get anythings itlsf actory from many
plants which we receive, and some of them
we cannot even get to bloom. Of course,
we expect never to publish the results of
such plants. Records of plants which are
too weak to give what would seem to be
normal results, or of those which may
have received InsufBclent attention on our
own part, are not made public. We have
many experimental records running over
two or three years which will always re-
main where they belong— in oblivion.
Whenever we publish the results of any
stock, therefore, it is because we feel It Is
at least normal In character, and will give
a just and fair idea of what the variety is.
L. H. Bailkt.
Seedhngs and Certificates.
Editor Florists' Excliange:
The discussion in the columns of the Ex-
change upon this question has aroused a
great deal of interest and led to the expres-
sion of some most emphatic opinions.
There seems to be what may be called an
instinctive feeling that something Is wrong
about the Carnation Society, and this feel-
ing Is something that cannot be reasoned
with.
In a general way, this condition is due to
a determined departure by the officers of
the Society, supported by some of the
members, from the original purposes of
the Society, and from its constitution and
by-laws.
The organization of the Society is based
upon the " Keport of Committee on
Resolutions," made at the first meeting, at
Philadelphia. This committee comprised
the then officers of the Society— Messrs.
Lonsdale, William Swayne, C. W. Ward
and C. J. Pennock, to whom was added
Mr. Wm. Stjott.
The committee reported that one of the
objects of the Society should be, " To stim-
ulate the growing of new seedlings and
crosses by a system of exhibitions, and
awarding valuable prlzss." And the man-
ner in which this object should be accom-
plished was set forth In the following
recommendation:
•' To submit all new varieties to a test
committee of pracrical and successful car-
nation growers, to be located in dlflferent
sections of the country, to be named by the
Erecutlve Committee and approved by the
president."
Here we have a practical method of get-
ting at the merits of new varieties recom-
mended by five men who, it is not Invid-
ious to say, are as competent to decide such
a question as any five in America. And it
was understood that the action of the So-
ciety was to be governed by this recom-
mendation. It Is hardly necessary to add
that it has been totally ignored.
In place of it we have had snap judg-
ments by a committee of judges sprung
upon the Society at the last moment, in
violation of the spirit, It not the letter of
the constitution, which requires that
" The eximlnation of the exhibits, and
passing upon same, and awarding of all
certiflcates of merit, medals, prizes and
special prizes shall be made by a commit-
tee of three, to be annually elected by
members of the Society."
Section 9 of the by-laws requires that all
officers or committees shall be elected or
appointed on last session— the last thing
before adjournment.
If the committee of judges was elected,
as seetus to be required by the constitution
and by-laws, it would have a year durioij
which the membirs thereof might have
many opportunities to Inspect new vari-
ties actually growing, and could bring to
theirflnal judgment at the end of the year
an amount of Information which would
render their decisions of some value;
whereas now, as we know from long experi-
ence, these decisions are practically worth-
less for l3gitlmate commerci.il purposes,
though they miy have a decided value as
instigators and supporters of " booms."
Upon that question there is likely to hn a
decided diflference of opinion between the
gentlemen who have hold of the cold
end of the poker and the unfortunates
who have grasped the hot end.
The vital question In this discussion is
the commercial value of the oertiflcates
granted by the Society, and incidentally,
the value of the Society to the trade,
must not be forgotten that this Is a pun
commercial question, and the real di
culty cooslsts in attempting to graft a
distinctly amateur bud upon a commer-
cial stock. They will not unite.
This holding of exhibitions, providing a
scale of points, giving oertiflcates of merit
and prizas, is all an amateur Institutioi
and has no legitimate place In commerce
Com merclally we don't care a— little bit for
certificates of merit; there never can be
but one question for the man who grows
carnations for a living to ask in regard to
a new variety, and that is, " Will it pay to
grow itP" And no three men on the face
of the earth can decide that question from
anything thatctn be seen at an exhibition.
Awards made under such circumstances
are not only worthless, but worse than
worthless, for they deceive many growers
who do not uudarstand the situation and
purchase largely only to be disappointed
in the end.
The proper attitude of the seedling raiser,
the grower and the retailer is exactly
stated in the article upon page 234
(.March 6) of the ESCHANQE, which seems
to have •listressed Mr. Hill so much. You
had better refer to It and read it again.
Here is a brief quotation from it: "The
commercial growers will cultivate just
what they can sell every time, and the re-
tail buyer, the ultimate consumer, cares
little for the past history of what is of-
fered. It pleases his fancy and that is
sufflelent." Thit covers the whole ground
and leaves nothing to be said.
What is the reason that commercial
growers cannot or will not understand
that their business is governed by the
same laws as every other buslnessP It
must be, as the great Mulvaney says, " on
account av the surpassing innocinse av
the child."
How do other manufacturers and busi-
ness men act when they have something
that they wish the public to buy? We all
know their methods. What they certainly
would never think of doing is to form a
society with others who have the same
thing, appoint judges and proceed to give
each other certidcates of merit. This whole
question of awards is so ludicrously un-
businesslike from a commercial stand-
point that I wonder that the humorous
side of it has not struck the members with
such force as to cause its final banishment
from the society.
It is a law of business that every man
shall, like Harry Wynd, "fight for his
own hand." The idea of asking a pro-
spective customer to pay a yearly fee and
then travel a thousand miles, perhaps, at
his own expense. In order to examine the
goods he is asked to buy, would never oc-
cur to any but a florist!
It is the business of every raiser of seed
lings to introduce his wares as best he can
and at his own expense; it is his business
to prove all his statements and to force his
goods upon the market by virtue of their
demonstrated superiority, precisely as the
manufacturer of a new grade of shoes
would have to do. And if growers would
refuse to buy any varieties except those in-
troduced in this manner there would be an
Immediate revolution in the entire busi-
ness of seedlings and rooted cuttings.
During the season of 1896-7 there were
registered 135 new varieties. Something
should be done to head off this steadily in-
creasing stream of useless stuff. It will be
very easy to do so, The recent exhibition
held at the Boston Flower Market offers a
ready solution of the problem. Every one
having a carnation to sell was asked to
come and bring a sample of his goods.
They came in goodly numbers and the
buyers were there in crowds. There you
have the proper combination— buyers and
sellers together, the buyers inspecting the
different varieties and forming their own
judgment, aided by such information as
the sellers could give them. This is busi-
ness and good business for all parties, too.
At the meetings of the Carnation Society
everybody Is turned out of the exhibition
hall but the judges, who make as careful
guesses as they Cin at the absolute or rela-
tive value of the different varifties, un-
aided by any information from the grow-
ers. This is foolishness and very poor
foolishness for all concerned.
The Boston idea originated with the New
England Florist and was carried out under
its auspices. It is expected that it will be-
come a permanent institution. Although
It was spoken of as an exhibition it was
in reality an attempt to save time and
trouble aud facilitate business by bringing
together at the same sime the greatest
possible number of buyers and sellers. It
was a perfect success. It would be easy to
carrry out the same plan in every city In
the country. Any enterprising wholesale
dealer with a big shop would be glad to
furnish the necessary room for the few
honrs required. Beir In mind that to
come together in this manner is exactly
what both seller and buyer want, so there
will be no difficulty about it. And it is
also to be remembered that exhibiting in
this manner in different places is attended
with considerable expense to the sellers,
and this expense is not- likely to be In-
curred except by the owners "of commer-
cial varieties of genuine merit. The offer-
ing of prizes of any k:nd at these " fairs,"
as they might be called, is objectionable
because it involves the selecting of judges
and the formal application of an arbitrary
scale of points, and that is exactly what Is
not wanted.
Mr. Ward has very neatly answered the
question of who is the best judge of a new
seedling, by giving the history of his No. 54.
Mr. Hill has paid the seedling raisers a
very poor compliment in assuming that
they are less able to decide the merits of
their productions after three or four years'
study than the judges of the Society after
a few minutes' inspection.
LoTHROP Wight.
Editor Florists' Exchange :
I should like, if not trespassing too much
upon your time and valuable space, to say
a few words in reply to Mr. Ward's article
in the issue of April 17, In which he per-
sists in stating that the judging in Cin-
cinnati was competitive In the sense (by
implication) that one seedling was brought
in comparison with another. It was spe-
cifically stated in a previous article that
the comparison was made between stand-
ard varieties of the same class as the can-
didates for certificates.
In the "hypothetical" case, wherein Mr.
Ward makes the seedling scoring 84 points
1 n Cincinnati, by changing the j udges score
93 points a very reasonable explanation
can be made. It was generally conceded
that the carnations shown at Cincinnati,
standard sorts included, were the finest
ever shown at an exhibition of the Carna
tion Society. As seedlings were to be com-
pared with standard sorts, anything not
up to the higher plane of excellence would
necessarily drop off in the total of points
scaled, and thereby score lower in per-
centage than at any previous exhibition.
There is nothing in Mr. Ward's record
of No. 54 in is=ue of April 3 that calls for
any comment, excepting that its claim for
excellence seem? to be entirely upon its
keeping qualities, of which the scale does
not take cognizance. It might be further
said that in the case of the variety in which
Mr. Ward is interested, that when the
judges found themselves unable conscien-
tiously to scale It at more than 84 points,
gentleman who was to have been one of
idges, but who was unable to serve, was
called in, and, being told nothing of the
judges' own verdict, was asked to scale
the variety. He scored it below the
judges. Evidently "fair average flowers"
re not up to present day requirements.
urther comment upon this appears un-
necessary.
Again, I would call Mr. Ward's attention
to certain premiums offered by the Cottage
Gardens of Queens, N. Y., an establish-
ment of which Mr. Ward may have heard.
Among other conditions are the following;
"No premiums are to be awarded to any
seedling which In the opinion of the judges
is not at least equal to existing best varie-
ties of its class." This is the comoarison—
competition"— to which Mr. Ward ob-
jects in the body of his argument in Issue
of the 17th lust. Is Mr. Ward consistent
is position practically and his ground
argumentatlvely ?
One other assertion that Mr. Ward
makes calls for consideration, and that is,
that flower buyers do not buy by a scale of
ts, but because of the fact that the
floioers please them ? Why do the flowers
please them ?
[ analysis of the scale and the impres-
sions made upon a buyer by a vase of car-
nations, from which he is to select his pur-
chase, might show a very close connection
between the two. There are eight speci-
fications In the scale of the American
Carnation Society, namely, color, size,
calyx, stem, substance, form, fragrance
and plant. In all save the last the flower
buyer is vitally interested, but mostly In
the five. " The public buy because the
flowers please them," and the flowers
please them almost exactly in the ratio in
which the requirements of the scale are
met. If the flowers are of an unpleasing
color, they will not sell. If they are small,
the buyer will tell you so. If the calyx is
deficient and the flower bursts, the buyer
immediately jumps to the conclusion that
they are old and refuses them. If the
stem is weak they are wilting, or " what
makes them hang their heads so?" If the
substance is not good there is a possibility
that a short time will see the blooms unfit
for use, while fragrance adds considerably
to the salabillty of the article. Form, to
some extent, is a technical demand that
the average buyer does not take so much
notice of unless the lack is excessive, yet
it must be considered in the scale in order
to bar obvious freaks. Upon the flnal
point, the plant, there can hardly be room
for discussion. The cut flower grower is so
directly and vitally concerned in this
matter that to argue it would be mere
waste of time. Upon the other seven, as
said before, the flower buyer and scale of
points are in very close accord.
There might be some way dsvised re-
quiring the exhibition of a separate lot of
any competing seedling, which lot might
be required to be exhibited a day or two
in advance of the general opening and to
remain upon exhibition during the judg-
ing, without alteration in any way. The
scale of points might be altered sufficiently
to allow ten points or so to he awarded
under this head, which might possibly be
classifled as durability (apart from sub-
stance). This would have a tendency to
handicap overstimulated flowers and give
unlucky fair average lots a living chance.
But obviously, as the case stands, the
judges must score rigidly by the scale of
points, as the flowers are placed before
them. It would be very injudicious to
wers before them are extraordinarily
high quality, judged by the requirements
of the scale. ADAM GRAHAM.
Carnations, Etc.
HIGH GRADE ROOTED CUTTINGS.
Write for price list.
H. WEBER & SONS,
p. O. Boi 67, OAKLAND, Md.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE fXCRIST'S EXCHANGE
CARNATION AND COLEDS CDTTINGS.
Stroni!. well-rooted cuttings of the following
varletle.s. free from rust; Scott. Portia and Mc-
Gowan. 11.00 per 100. AlaBta, Rose Queen, Storm
King, Peach Blow, Helen Keller, Minnie Cook, lagn.
Lizzie Gilbert, Meteor and Daybreak »2.00 per 100.
Delia Vox. Eldorado and Bonton d'Or. 13.00 perlOO.
Geraniums, 2 In. pot, «2.00 per 100; 3 In. pot..
((,00 per 100.
Ooleua, no mealy bug, Verschaffeltll and Golden
Bedder, 75c. per 100. Cash or aatlBfactory reference.
CEO. M. EMMANS, Newton, N.J.
WHEN WKmMa MENTION THE n.ORISTS- EXCHANGE
MORELLO
The New Scarlet.
2000 DJJVtRElK CIBIIITIOIIS
trong rooted plants out of soil, $12,50 per 1000.
CIANT CALIFORNIA DAISY
xtra strong plants from soil, just 150 left,
10 for the lot.
Cash with order.
■UDDLPIinsCIER, ErillHicIl, LLII.V.
ROOTED ClRlilTIONCUTTIIIGS.
Scott and Portia,
$1,26 per 100; $10.00 per 1000.
Daybreak,
$1.60 per 100; $12.60 per lOOO.
Lizzie McGowan,
$1.00 per 100; $8.00 per 1000.
THE BOOL FLORAL CO., Ithaca, N. Y.
The F!i-ORisTS' Exchange.
435
Harrison's
m White.
strong, vigorous grower, requlrint
no support.
Descnbed and illustrated in Florists
txchange. Nov, 21. page 1044.
COME AND SEE IT.
Price: $10 00 per 100,
$40.00 per 500. $70.00 per
JOHN HARRISON,
739 Bergen ivB.,A?.'?[Se;i;
JEKSET CITY, N. J.
FAMOUS CARNATION DELIA FOX!
MVERS & SAMTMAN, Wyndiuoor, Cliestliut Hill, Pllila.
WHEN WRITINO MENTION THE FVORISTS- EXCHANGE
JHHII'S SDDBLET
The on/y rust proof paying commercial
scarlet Carnation up to date
TRY IT!
JAHN BROS., New Bedford, Mass.
SOJOO DBBHIITIOIIS
ROOTED CUTTINOS, FLAT GROWN.
L. McGowan, Eldorado. Wm. Scott, Portia,
uaybreak. Silver Spray, Alaska,.!. J. Harrison,
Tidal Wave, Meteor, Hose Queeu, $1 60 per 100 ;
$13.00 per 1000.
MARIE LOUISE.
10,000 Violets, flat prown, $1,511 per 100;
$1200 per 1000. Ca»h with order.
HENRY A. NIEMEYER, Erie, Pa.
liEBB
'S GHPHTIONS.
YOU RUN NO RISK.
If tlie CutliDgs are not satisfactory, you re-
turn thein at my expense. Ualimited quanti-
ties at reasonable prices.
Varieties. - McGowan, Alaska, Ivory,
Harrison's vv Site, Scott, Dayhreak, Abundance,
Triumph, Bridesmaid Delia Fox, Victor, Emma
Wocher Portia, Fred Dorner, Cartledge, Wave,
lago, Crimson Sport, Buttercup, Eldorado,
Keller and Armazindy.
Pansies. Smllax. Violets.
ALBERT M.HEfiR, LB. 498, Lancaster, Pa.
CARNATIONS ^^'"'^-^
Thos. Carlledge, Koblnoor, Rose Queen,
Irideol'Erleiicaurt, »2.U0 per lOti; $15.00 per 1000
Vini FT'! '^"''^ '''"".?':,?"-• •5:9°..?".':.
T.V^
JOSEPH RENARD, Unionville,
Pa.
CARNATIONS
All the leading new varieties; good
clean, well rooted stock.
Mrs. Cbas. H. Duhme, delicate
pink $10 |75
Mrs. Geo M. Bradt. white,
striped scarlet 10 75
C. A. Dana, shell pink 10 75
Flora Hill, white 12 100
iHrs. .flcBurney, salmon pink.. . 13 lOO
Mayor Filigree, yellow 10 75
Horello, scarlet 10 75
Maad Dean, hlush 10 75
Lily I ean, white, striped pink. . 10 75
Harrison's White, white 10 70
If not already received send for our price
list, which contains all the leading standard
varieties at moderate prices.
F. OORNER & SONS CO., La Fayette, Ind.
ROOTED CUTTINGS.
CARNATIONS.
Mrs. Chas. Duhme (Dorner '92).
Mrs. Geo. M. Bradt (Dorner '93).
ij;l.5l)perdoz.; $10perl00; |75 per 1000.
Lily Dean (May), Maud Dean (JlayV
$2.00perdoz.;|10per 100; $75 per 1000.
Per 100 Per 1000
Wm. Scott 1. 00 7.50
Lizzie McGowan .... 1,00 8.00
Daybreak 1.50 12.50
Portia & T. Wave . . . i.io 10.00
Mrs. Fisher 1.25 11.00
Eldorado 2.00
Alaska 1.50 12.50
Storm King, Meteor, Anna Webb and
Thos. Cartledge all sold.
EDW. J. TAYLOK,
TEBMs: Wholesale Carnation Grower.
Cash or Reference. SOUTHPORT, CONN.
WHEN WRITINO MENTION THE F1.0RISTS- EXCHANGE
WON FIRST PRIZE at Spring Exhihi-
tion of Mass. Horticultural Society, 1897.
NEW SEEDLING
CARNATION
Originated by Mr. H. A. Cook, of Shrews-
bury, Mass., grown by the subscriber,
and now being put upon the market as
NIVEA.
Cutting! now ready and free from rust.
SIO.OO per 100; S35.00 per 600 ;
SCO.OO per 1000.
DAYBREAK, SCOTT, STORM KING,
PURITAN, METEOR, GOLDFINCH,
HECTOR, ALBERTINI, and others,
$1.25 per 100 ; $10.00 per 1000.
D£LLA FOX, nice plants from flats,
$4.00 per 100.
CHRYS&NTHEMUM CDTTINGS.
Ivory, Bonnaffon, (lold Lode, Minnie
Wanamaker, $2 pei 100; $15 per 1000.
A. W.HOYLE, Spencer, Mass.
And Bl Wlthlngton St., Sta. O,
DOBCHK8TEB, MASS.
WHEN WRI^'Na MENTION THE FLOfllST'S EXCHANOE
CARNATIONS
Anna -w^ebb, Helen Keller, Daybreak,
Albertinl, CartledRe, Van Leenwen,
Ophelia, Si. 30 per 100; S12.00 per looo
;ed April 3 was a mistake. For list of other varieties see quotations April 3.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
clud n^- Mrs. Pen-in, Win. Simpson. Pink Ivory. Liberty, Hieman, and the best
irieties lit moderate prices. Send for trade list.
JOHN HIGKCTT i CO., B2il SI, ntar Elmwooil lie., PHILIDEIPHII, PI.
CARNATIONS. Ready Now!
The very best stock and the very best varietii
White, Mayor Pingree, Mrs. Duhme, $10.00 per
Dana. $12.00 per 100. Delia Fox, Dazzle, $4 00
per 100. Daybreak, Win. Scott, Rose Irs. E. J. TVI.,ER,
FOR SALE CHEAP. ir.^=d^^fn?;',i
N.Y. City, two Btory dwelliDR, 9 rooma. all
by steam. Good barn and dwellinp for fui
PayiDR business established. 6j^
land. Electric
cause for selli
B. J.. Florists' Exchange.
FLORISTS AND GARDENERS.
Joseph BrecK & Soiis Corp., Bureau of Registry and
' ' ■ ■ , 5i-52 No. Market St., Boston, Mass.
TO LET.
At Hollis, L. I., three new greenhouses,
corns for family. Also Florists' ston
iity. Address,
C. WHEELER, HoIIls, 1
FOR SALE.
xhree g'eeiihouses, nearly new, 4000 square
feet of glass, steam heat, city water, dwelling
house. Am to retire from business and will
sell at a sacrifice, stock and all. The chance of
a lite-time. For particulars address.
G. PILLSBURT. Nashua, N. H.
FLORIST PLANT FOR SALE.
oS^ISS'"^--^---^-
BENNETT & CHAPLIN.
Colorado Sprlnes, Colo.
WMCN WRITIHO MENTION THE FI^HISTS- EXCHANGE
Boston.
After the Bash.
For the first time in several years
Boston enjoyed an ideal Easter. The
weather, though cool and somewhat
breezy in the forenoon, was brif^bt and
clear, and thousands of people turned out
to enjoy the sunshine and incidently to
exhibit their Easter finery. The public
gardens were thronged all day, and Supt.
Doogue had prepared the beds at the south
end surrounding the Washington monu-
ment by setting out thousands of hya-
cinths and narcissi, which he had forced
iu frames in 4 inch pots. These bulbs
were well grown, tastefully arranged and
attracted a great deal of attention.
The preceding days which were of more
importance to the florists were on the
whole satisfactory, though we were visited
by rain forafewhoursdurlngthemlddleof
the day, Saturday. The morning and after-
noon, however, were fair, as was Friday,
and the amount of business transacted by
the retail florists was very large, probably
never exceeded in the sum total ; though
it is noticeable that many of the largest
purchasers do not buy with that freedom
which characterized their purchases a few
years ago. However, stock was generally
well cleaned up, and the reports from all
the dealers seem to be very satisfactory.
There is little out of the common run
of such events which is worthy of mention
here. The remarkably good quality of the
potted plants, and their general attractive-
ness were mentioned in my last letter, and
the dealers all express their pleasure at
being able to offer such clean, healthy and
well grown stock. It is certainly an ad-
vantage to the grower, the retailer and
the customer.
The cut flower trade was all that could
be wished for, and all lines sold well. Car-
nations were so scarce that some dealers
made no exertion to supply them, merely
ofifering what came from their regular
sources of supply. There were, however,
plenty of roses to be depended upon, and
bulb stock was somewhat in excess of de-
mand. The valley offered was especially
fine and met with a large sale. Of violets,
too, there were enough to go around, and
the quality was on the whole rather better
than was to be expected at this late season.
The lilies seemed to come out just about
even as to supply and demand. Prices did
not fluctuate, though attempts were made
to bull the market; everybody got all they
wanted, and nobody seemed to have many
left. It's all over now, and many have
much to be thankful for. It was indeed an
ideal Easter.
Business this week was generally ex-
pected to be light, but it has been quite
brisk in all quarters, and the demand for
good stock is fully up to the supply. Good
roses And a ready market, and carnations
continue scarce. Violets are fast dwind-
ling out, and are superseded to some extent
by the Mayflower, trailing arbutus, which
is noiv coming in from the Cape in large
quantities.
A Cold Snail.
A general surprise was sprung on
us by the weather clerk on Monday night
and Tuesday morning, when the ther-
mometer in the vicinity of Boston fell to
18 degrees Fahrenheit, followed by another
hard freeze on Tuesday night. It is prob-
able that fruit-tree buds and early-flower-
ing shrubs, which were well advanced,
I considerably damaged.
The News.
Gov. Walcott has appointed Sit-
nrday of this week as Arbor Day.
T. F. McCarthy has a ten pound Infant
at his house, which arrived the flrst of the
week, and of which he is justly proud.
There is a movement on foot to form a
club or organization among the florists
and their assistants of Boston and suburbs.
It is said to be the object to make the or-
ganization an aid and fraternal society,
with a club room and auxiliary amuse-
ments. W. K. W.
Pittsburg.
The Easter Trade.
In spite of the hard times still
ringing in the ears of the people, the flor-
ists had certainly no reason to complain
of Easter trade, and the volume of busi-
ness done by all was larger than for many
years. The weather was most unfavor-
able all week, but Easter Sunday was an
ideal day. Saturday wa? cold and rainy,
business starting very slowly in the morn-
ing, but by noon it began to boom, and
kept up steadily until near midnight Or-
ders for church decorations were numer-
ous, and it is safe to say that every church
in the two cities used plants and cut
flowers liberally.
Trade In plants could have been better,
and probably would have been, had the
weather been favorable. Still, a good
many were sold, at fair prices. Easter
plant trade in our vicinity is nothing com-
pared to that of other cities, our people
preferring cut blooms, but It is steadily
gaining from year to year.
In cut flowers everything sold, and a
great deal more might have been disposed
of If the supply had been larger. With but
very few exceptions, every florist cleaned
out entirely, even of bulbous stock, which
was unusually heavy.
Lilies were In good demand, and brought
better prices than for several Easter holi-
days—from t6 to $8 per 100, wholesale, and
$3 to $3 per dozen, retail. The supply ran
short before night. A good many callas
were seen, but Harrlsii were preferred.
The supply of roses was also short. These
sold at from $2 to$4 per dozen for ordinary
sorts. Beauty as high as $12 to $15, Ulrich
Brunner at $5 and better; Carnot about
same price, but not many were on hand;
Jacqs. at from $3 up, and Meteor $2 50 and
Carnations were In greatest demand, and
a good many more thousands might have
been disposed of could they have been had.
Prices paid for them at wholesale were
from $4 to $6 per hundred, selling at from
75c. to $1.25 per dozen at retail, very few at
the higher figure. The stock of roses and
carnations was good, colored sorts of the
latter being short.
A good many of the violets offered might
have been better in quality, being off color
and small. They sold, but did not give
satisfaction to the buyer, who paid from
35o. to 50c. for a bunch of 25.
Bulbous stock consisting of tulips, nar-
cissus, hyacinths and valley, was very
abundant; and as other stock run out,
people had no choice but to buy these.
Prices ranged from 75c. to $1.50 per dozen.
Sweet peas were scarce and high priced,
but often called for. Pansies sold well,
and even cut spiraea was used again as In
former years.
The Pittsburg stores made fine window
displays. L. I. Neff used half of his
storeroom for a floral display which was
quite attractive. Almost one-half of the
space outside of the Pittsburg market was
utilized by florists and gardeners, and in
the Allegheny market there was a perfect
jam around the florists' stands in the eveu-
and a great deal of stock was disposed of
on that day.
Of all the flrms Interviewed, your corre-
spondent failed to flnd a single man disap-
pointed with the Easter trade. On the
other hand, when asked how trade had
been, the usual answer was. It was far
better than expected.
At the aarket.
A feature of the Easter season In
Cleveland was the flower exhibition at the
Sheriff St. Market House. Several desira-
ble cash prizes were offered by the man-
agement, and there was sharp competition
among the florists who have stands there.
The show was largely advertised, and
being free, and with flne music as another
feature, attracted an immense crowd. It
is estimated that no fewer than twenty-
flve thousand people visited the market on
Saturday.
A continuous throng was passing in and
Ing.
Rarely, If ever, has an Easter trade been
so satisfactory as this one ; most of the
florists were sold out of stock early in the
evening. Prices realized In the markets
were somewhat better than usual for
Easter, being in most cases thesame as those
demanded in the stores. By orders re-
ceived by several of our extensive growers
from florists and dealers in surrounding
and nearby towns, trade must have been
quite brisk, so It seems that all were In
the swim.
Trade since Easter held up remarkably
well, and from present Indications will
continue so for some time.
Death of N. Patterson.
Little did I expect when I an-
nounced Mr. Patterson's Illness in my last
notes, that It would be my sad duty to tell
of his death so soon, which occurred Mon-
day, April 19, at the home of his mother, in
Idlewood. Nathaniel Patterson was one
of our foremost florists, and enjoyed a
reputation as an artist in his profession.
He was a member of the firm of Patterson
Bros., on Market St., which consisted of
himself and his brother, R. C, who died
but a few years ago. Mr. Patterson was
a single man, 41 years of age, and had
spent almost 25 years in the florist trade.
The cause of his untimely death was
Brlght's disease. He was a man whom
anyone might well feel proud to call a
friend ; always kind and true, the very
soul of honor in all his business transac-
tions ; highly esteemed by all ; and by his
many excellent traits of character had
endeared himself to those who knew him.
E. C. Rbineman.
Cleveland.
Good Easter.
There was a gloomy, yet hopeful
lot of florists In the city on Saturday
morning, when, after waiting and hoping
a whole week for a taste of pleasant
weather, the morning dawned cold and
dreary, giving little promise of good trade.
There was adifferent looking lot of florists
Saturday night, when, after a day of hard
hustling, they looked at their depleted
stocks andswollen purses, which gave evi-
dence of an immense trade. Sales during
the early part were light, but as the day
wore on trade increased, and by the middle
of the afternoon was at its height, contin-
uing brisk during the entire evening, and
even as late as midnight, while some of
e down-town stores were kept busy until
and 2 am. With Sunday came better
weather, bright and clear, but with cold,
raw winds, withal a great improvement
what It had been for two weeks pre-
vious. Sales continued brisk until noon.
of previous Easter seasons.
G. F. Naumann carried off the flrst prize
for best exhibit; Ph. Burger, second;
Casper Aul, third. All stock was in excel-
lent condition, the cool weaiher that we
have had for the past few weeks having
held it back, so that every plant and cut
bloom offered was In Its prime.
Azaleas were especially flne on this ac-
count; prices at which ordinary plants
sold were $1, $1.50, $3 and $2.50 for best.
Hydrangeas found ready sale at from 25c.
to $1 according to size. Hardy roses In
pots sold well at 50c., 75c., $1 and $1.50.
The varieties offered were Magna Charta,
Anna de Diesbach, Gen. .Jacqueminot,
John Hopper, Mrs. John Lalng, Paul
Neyron, and Ulrich Brunner. Splrcea
japonic* brought 40o., 50c. and 75c. for best
plants.
Pot hyacinths were in good demand, and
sold for 15c. to 20a., and extra stock as high
as 25o.
Genistas, one year plants, brought 25c.
and 50c.; two year plants, $1.
Marguerites, pot plants, found poorsale.
Lilium Harrlsii in pots sold at 80c. to
$1 50; most of the stock offered was in good
condition, and found ready sale.
In cut flowers, roses, carnations, violets
and pansy blooms were entirely picked up.
Daffodils were plentiful and with light
demand.
Among the many flne plants In the dif-
ferent exhibits, none attracted more atten-
tion than a cluster of plants of metrosld-
eros In the exhibit of A. Schmltt.Glenville
O. The plants sold at $3 each.
Betail Storei.
At the retail stores, dealers began
to arrange their stocks as early as Wednes-
day, and by Friday evening every inch of
available space was taken up. Many
dealers found it necessary to engage extra
stores for the accommodation of their im-
mense supplies, and for display of plants.
Some very attractive window decorations
may be noted; particularly noticeable were
those of J. M. Gasser, W. H. Beaumont,
C. M. Wagner and Miss Anna Livingston.
In Chas. Erhardt's window was a huge
design of a church, made of green and
bronze galax leaves.
Though prices were somewhat lower
than in previous Easter seasons, they were
a shade higher than those obtained on the
market for stock of equal quality. Lilium
Harrlsii held flrst place as an Easter flower,
and was in great abundance; cut blooms
retailed at $2 to $2 50 per dozen. Callas
were plentiful, and sold at $2 50. Roses
found ready sale, and stock was In good
condition. In Beauty, good stock was
very scarce. Prices were as follows: teas,
$150 and $2; Jacqs., $3 and $3.50; Beauty,
$4 to $8
Carnations were In short supply and sold
at 40c. to 75o. Mr. Gasser had extra flne
stock of Scott and Eldorado, the latter
bringing $1 per dozen; valley was very
good, and sold at 75c. and $1 for best.
Violets were scarce, and sold at $2 per 100
Bulbous stock sold fairly well, hvnclnths
bringing $1, $1.50 and $2; tnlipp, YSc. and
$1; daffodils, very poor sale, 40o. and 50c.
Trade in the plant line predominated,
azaleas, ordinary stock, brought $2 50,
$3.50 and $4; while some extra flne, large
plants sold as high as $15 and $20. Hy-
drangeas found ready sale, but as com
pared with the azaleas, was In much
lighter demand. Araucaria excelsa also
met with good sale.
Clnb Meeting.
At the last meeting of the Florists'
Club, held on 13th Inst., there was but a
small attendance ; considerable routine
business was disposed of, and it was
decided to open discussion at the next
meeting in regard to the selection of a
suitable hall in which to hold the chrys-
' " '■ " ■ T.
anthemum show next Fall.
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April 24, 1897.
The F=i-orists* ExcHMNce.
437
Wmter'Bloommg Nymphceas,
Water-lily flowers would have to fetch
pretty high prices to warrant the expendi-
ture for tanks in which to accommodate
them Indoors during the Winter months,
but the recent demand tor orchid flowers
for decoration shows that the people wel
come something new and that they tire of
flowers which get too common. The prob-
abilities are that nympbtea flowers would
pay all right if the Winter treatment of
the plants was thoroughly understoori.
Concerning the production of flowers,
say from the beginning of November till
the end of March, little has been done be-
yond experimenting on a very small scale,
and even this has been carried on without
much preparation. Old plants have been
brought indoors after having been in ser-
vice all the previous Summer. These are
the worst possible subj-cts for the work,
as the material in which the plants are
growing has become more or less ex-
hausted; this, with the wear and tear dur-
ing the transfer from outdoors to indoors,
and the change in temperature, usually
renders them more flt for the dumping
ground than for future service.
I think it was in the Fall of 1880 that we
built quite a large tank for the reception
of some of the flner varieties which adorned
the fountain basins in the gardens here
We housed them in the large tubs and
boxes In which they had passed the Sum-
mer. I have read of the gardeners in the
New York parks taking them out of their
Summer quarters with cranes, but we did
the work without those conveniences, and
happily we did it only once, for the plants
went gradually back until about New
Year's, when there was little else to be
seen than a crop of big tubs and boxes be-
neath the surface of the water. We then
let the water down, dug the plants out
where there were plants to dig, bundUd
out the tubs and boxes, and we swore by
all the water nymphs that we should house
them by a different method the following
Winter, which we did. Instead of a space
25 feet long, 4 feet wide and 3 feet deep, we
wintered all of the tender sorts in as many
5 Inch pots. That was nearly eleven years
ago, when water lily growing wasn't quite
as well understood as it is at present.
In making growth during the dull
months, a great deal, of course, depends
upon having the water at a suitable temper-
ature, say from 70 to 80 degrees Fahren-
heit; for the tender species and varieties
it never should go below the first figure.
In one of our houses here there are two
fair-sized tanks; one of them is 3 feet deep,
the other 15 inches. In the Winter morn-
ings, especially after a cold night, the
water in the shallow tank is several de-
grees colder than that in the deep one.
So far as my observations have gone the
varieties of N. zanzibarensis and N. cceru-
lea are the easiest to bring into flower.
Plants taken from tubers which were
started about the middle of September
will begin to bloom about the beginning
of November; they will start to flower in a
5 Inch pot. If three plants oat of 5 Inch
pots are put together in a 12-inch, they
win yield a goodly quantity of flowers.
In potting into 12 inch pots, if a space of
two or three inches Is left at the top for
adding well-enriched soil when the pots
are fllled with roots, It will benefit them
greatly.
The water surface occupied by the leaves
need not be very great, if the old leaves
are kept pinched out when the petioles be-
gin to get too long. The two best known
of the night-blooming species, N. dentata
and N. rubra, are not such good Winter
bloomers as are their numerous hybrid
forms; all of these, with the exception of
N. Sturtevantii, do fairly well.
In growing the night bloomers, either
for Summer or Winter blooming, it is of
the highest importance that the parent
tuber should be removed after one good
stolon or offset is formed, otherwise the
pots win become fllled with lots of small
weak growths, which take the nourish-
ment from the soil and starve the original
growth. Among the hardy kinds those
hybrids with N. pygmaaa as one of the
parents, such as N. p. helvola and N Lay-
dekerli rosea, are very easily forced into
flower. The yellow and pink hybrids of
Marllac. as well as the common European
white, N. alba, cau be bad In advance of
their usual flowering period by at least
three months; but they do not take kindly
to having their roots destroyed previous to
being forced. G. W. OLIVER
Worcester, Mass.
Hugo Book has secured a tract com-
prizing three acres of excellent land situ-
ate within a short distance of his present
abode, and intends erecting a new range
of glass for both wholesale and retail pur-
poses. W. M.
FINE PLANTS CHEAP.
Pe
Oeranloms, Double Grant, 2-Kin. pots.. .$2 00
Begonia Vernon, ttne, 2H-in. pots 2 00
Coleus, 2H.in.pot8 2 C"
Salvia Splendens, 2H-in. pots 2 C
Rooted Cuttings, Coleus, Geraniums, Be-
gonias, Violets, Salvias. &c 7
CASB WITH ORDER.
NICHOLAS AMOS,
APRIL OFFER.
Per 100
400 M«ri[nerlle»(ParlB Daisy! 5 in. pots ....|6.00
AlterDniillierns red and yellow ;i.00
itandard Tar. 2^ i
sfrom cold frame
CASH WITH ORDEli^
JOS. H. CUNNINGHAM. Delaware, O.
THE FLORISTS* CXCHANGE
for tl, by ma
Verschatreltn
Crest, t*'' per 1000. by express
Salvin, Pres. Carnot, Dwarf Scarlet, 2-in po
per"lOO. ' Cnab with order.
ALEX. BIcBKIDE, Alplnus, N. Y
MHEH WRrriNO MENTION THE FLORISTS'
■WE PAY THE EXPRESS
IF CASH ACCOMPANIES THE ORDER.
Coleua. 50 varieties. 65 cts per lOO; M 50 per 1000.
Feverfew, I.iltle Gem. |1,00 per 100, $8 00 per 1000
Ailernnntliera A. Nana. 60 cts. per 100: «3.50
per 1000.
Pucbslas, best varieties, tl 00 per 100. $8.00 per IGOO
Ciaar Flaot, 11.00 per 100.
Tbe aboTe are Rooted Cuttings.
Pansr PlantH, In bud and bloom, 11 25 per 100;
»8.00 per lOOO.
C- A. HARRIS & CO., Deianson.N.Y.
G ER ANIU MS
Double Grant 21^ in.. $2.00 per 100.
Paiisles, in bud and bloom, $1.26 per 100.
Smllax:, from flats, 60 cts. per 100.
Carnation, Geranium, Golden
Bedder and VersctiaSeltll Coleus
Cuttings, $1.00 per
WHEW »rllfTIWO MEWnOM THE FVORWTS' tXCHAHM
Printing.
We are outfitted to do
everything in this line
required by the florist,
the seedsman and the
nurseryman, from an en-
velope to the most stylish
kind of a catalogfiie. Write
A, T. DE LA MARE PTG. and
CO.
RHINELANDER BUILDING.
COR. ROSE AND DUANE STS. NEW YORK.
THE COTTAGE GARDENS, Queens, L. I.
SPECIALISTS I?<
Carnations, Cannas, Chrysanthemums,
Pa'peT Geraniums and Dahlias. IIKPeIIsV""
WHEN WRITINO MEMTION Mi. /U>RISTS- CXCHANOI
ROOTED CUTTINGS,
Cope's i
11.00 per
I5c. per ICO. Pyretlirum. Little
Ulanc Dbl. Alys8i>ni, 75c. p
Pilllis. MoUuiran. Portia. Au
,e. $1.00 peril" — - ■■
Hinze's Wbite. $I.OOperlOO. Dime, i^alleroi (
fiMO per 100. Ml
L,oulseTlolet8, InSli '
$1 00 per 100. Casb wllh order.
WM. J. CHINNICK, Trenton. N.
I bud and bloom
II THE n«RIBT-S CXCHANU
CflLEIIS. s:
including C Ve
id G. Bedder,
any fancy 1
pered. Best
s. 2H in. pof s. $3 per 100 Cash with order
UBS. M- CA7^17AUGH, MUler's Corners, 27. 7,
50,000 SMI LAX, SK!«r
1000. Hrom 2 in. pots, $1.60 per 100, $B.0O per 1000.
Gernnlums, 2 In pols, $3.50 per 100. $20.00 per 1000.
Hydranne,!, :i in., dormabt, $6.00 per 100. Send for
Samples. Casb witb the order.
KREn. BOERNER, Cape Mar CIt;, N.J.
..GERANIUMS..
A raLvtureof the best double or single for re-
tailing, $2.25 per 100: $3U per 1000. Gen. Grant.
White Swan, S.A. Nutt. La Favorite and others,
named, $2.50 per 100, $25 per 1000.
The above are nice stocky plants, out of 2H
in. pots, also have 3 in. stock at $3.50 per 100.
Vlnoa variegata and Double Ivy Geranl.
urns. 3 in., $3.60 per 100.
Ceo. H. Benedict, Yorkvllle, N. Y.
WHEN WAITIHQ MEWTIOH THE rLOIIIBTS' C«CH«N01
WELL ROOTED CUTTINGS.
$11.00 per 1000 by 'express. '' ' """^ POs pal ,
Mndeira Vine Raom. $1.00 per 100 by mall.
A. B. DAVIS & SON, Purcellville, Va,
ASTERS!!
1000. DOUBLE UAKDY SEEDLING <
NATIONS, 76 cts. per 100 ; $6.00 per 1000. Fine
stock, prepaid, cash.
MORRIS FLORAL CO., Morris, III.
WHIM WUrriHO MENTIOW THE HOmsTy EKCHAHOt
GERANIlTItIS- Double Grant, La
Kavorlte, tine plants, out of in incli
pnxs, S2.50 per 100; S. A. Biutt, I,a
Favorite, Dout>le Grant, out of 4
ill. pots, $6.00 per 100.
CARN ATIONS-Daybreak, Mc-
Gotvan, Wm. Scott, Portia, from
soil. $1.50 per 100.
PAUL MADER, East Stroudsburg, Pa.
per 100 per 1000
GERANIUMS, choice named, $1.50 $12. 50
COLEUS, 30 varieties, - .60 5.00
HELIOTROPE, 3 " - - 1.00 8.00
AGERATUM,Dwarf.whiteandblue75 6.00
CHRYSANTHEMUMS, 20 finest
standard varieties, - • 1.60 I2.b0
TERMS: Cash with order.
CHAS. E. SMITH,
CYCLAMEN.
Finest grandiflorum splendens in as-
sorted colors, 2J^ inch pots, strain extra
strong and healthy.
.00 per 100 ; $50.00 per 1000.
LEHNIG i WmilEFELD.
HACKENSACK, N. J.
■ wnmira hentiom tmc n.o«i«r ■ exchange:
Altsrnantheras, Begonias and Geraniums.
Versicob.r 7oc. a 100. by mail ; $4.00a'lodo. express.
Beffonia 'rbur8toul.60c. X dnz.: B. Argentea Gut-
tata, 40c. a doz.; Mixed Varieties. iOc. a dH LEHCTH or LOf^GER.
^REENHOUSIE
\ AND OTTi^gR BOgPINa MA^feRIAL.
S.r.Vor our Illustrated BooK
"CYPRESS LUMBERAMofrsUjSES.
Modern Greenhouse
Heating.
One of our boilers, 10,880 feet of two
inch pipe, and sixty tons of coal will heat
22,400 feet of glass (four 20x200 feet
double gable houses) to 65 degrees in
coldest Winter weather ; they have done
it, and will do it for you — we guarantee
it. Our boilers are not only the best of
their kind, but the best made. They have
the largest "firebright" direct surface,
are the easiest cleaned, handled and set
up ; and from engineering facts, they are
the ideal frictionless, economical water
heating boilers of our day.
Plenty's Horticultural Works,
148-156 Randolph Ave.,
JERSEY CITY, N. J.
WHENWRrriNO MENTION THE FUmiST'S EXCMRNGE
440
Xhb F=i-orists' Exchange.
JULIUS LANG,
Wholesale Florist
63 WEST SOtli ST.
Consignments Solicited. NEW 1
FRANK niLLANQ,
Wholesale Commission Dealer
EASTER! APBIL I8"- EASTER!
CUT FLOWERS, SMILAX, and FERNS. HARRISII, CALLAS,
TULIPS, HYACINTHS, ROSES, CARNATIONS, VALLEY,
DAFFODILS. ETC.
We are ready to quote prices on all Cut Flowers. All orders promptly attended to. Write us
W. E. LYNCH, 19-21 Randolph St., CHICAGO, ILL
Wholesale Growers of Cut Flowers.
500,000 Feet of Glass.
We can fill all orders on short notice with all leading varieties of ROSES and
CARNATIONS. We are headquarters for fine AMERICAN BEAUTIES.
Give us a trial and convince yourself.
SALESROOM 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO,
WHEN WRITIWO MEWTIOH THt n.ORISTS' tXCHANGE
SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, *p",°o",I*t"
In ordering on short notice, you will find by calling us up on the telephone
(5810), that it's the most satisfactory and cheapest way in the end. You will
always find a good supply of everything at our end.
We are still headquarters for finest and best varieties of CARNAXIONS.
I6I2-I6I4 Barker St. Bet. chestnut & Market sts. Philadelphia, Pa.
Illinois Cut Flower Co.,
J. B. DEAMUD, Manager.
WHOLESftLE COMMISSION FLORISTS,
51 Wabash Ave., Chicago.
Consignments Solicited..
KENNIGOTT BROS. GOMPANy.
Wholesale* Gut -Flowers,
88 ^Vabasb Avenue,
CHICAGO, ILU
WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY.
THE NEW YORK GUT FLOWER GO.
119-121 West 23d Street,
112-114 West 24th Street,
Tdleplioae 733, IStli St., N E W YOR K.
PURDY & BLAUVELT,
Wholesale and CommlBsion Dealers In
CUT FLOWERS
MAIIEHHAIS MEM FBOKIIS A SPKCIALTT,
57 WEST 30th STREET,
B«t. Broadway & 6lh Ave. NEW
A. & F. ROLKER,
CUT FLOWERS
53 'West 28th St.
Telephone 2379.38th St. NEW YORK.
iisL. F=. SHERIDKN
Wholesale Commltlon Dealer In *
CUT FLOWERS
39 We.t 2Sth St., New York.
Telephone, 21«-3Stb Bt.
PRICE LIST SENT ON APPLICATION.
TRAENDLY & SCITENCK,
Wholesale Florists,
38 W. 28th St, and CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE,
NEW YORK.
Telephone 961-18th St.
* J^ConaigninentB Soli ' '
I JOHN YOUNG,
Wholesale Y\m\,
j 61 WEST 28th ST.,
' NEW YORK.
WM. J. BAKER,
Wholesale Florist |
1432 So. Penn Square,
Philadelphia, Pa.
DUMONT
& CO.. II
WHOLESALE FLORISTS I
CARNATIONS A
SPECIALTY.
No. 1305 Filbert St
, Philadelphia.
EDWARD REID,
Wholesale Florist
iFl.VEST VARIETIES:
Roses, Carnations, Violets.
No. 40 South Sixteenth Street,
Philadelphia.
ROGERS PARK FLORAL CO.,
OFFICE AND SALESROOM,
41 WABASH AVE., CHICAGO.
Headquarters for AMERICAN BEAUTIES.
wHtM wnrriNa mention the noRisrs- exchange
April 24, 1897.
The Plorists' Exchange.
441
Wholesale Florisis ; ^jobbers .n
FLORIST'S
SUPPLIES.
FLORISTS' VASES.
84 HAWLEY STREET, • BOSTON.
CEORCE MULLEN,
Uholesale and Coniniittsion Dealer in
CJixt F'Xo-WG-rs.
Best HtDCk and lowest prices. Orders by
GEORGE MULLEN 18 Chapman Place, Boston, j
CEO. A. SUTHERLAND,
Successor 10 WM. J. STEWSRT,
CUTFLOWEHSandFLORISTnUFFLIES
WHOLESALE.
67 Bromfield St., Boston, Mass.
City Hall Cut Flower Market
WELCH BROS., Props.
Regular Consignors Given Space Free
0( Charge. Space let to growers wishing
to sell their own goods.
Flowers Shipped to all Points.
Wholesale Gut Flowers,
Florist Suppllea. WIra DeslKns.
2744 Franklin Ave., ST. LOUIS, MO.
CHAS.G.FLECKENSTEIN,
Wholesale Flowers,
1323 Pine Street,
...ST. LOUIS, MO.
C. A. KUEHN,
Succeuorto ELLISON & KUEHN,
WHOLESALE FLORIST.
1122 Pine St., St. Lonis, Mo.
COMPLETE LIKE OF WIBE DESISKS.
C. JK. ^VORS,
Wholesale Florist,
HEADQUaRTERS
495 Washington Street. f.„.,^,
BUFFALO, N Y. """"
Also Dealer in Florists' Supplies & Wire Designs
♦ E.G.HILL
♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦4
& CO.,
♦ Wholesale Florists, t
♦ RICHMOND, INDIANA. ♦
♦ ♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦
WHEN WRrriNO MCNTION THC PLORISTS* CXCHANOt
TOBACCO STEMS
75 Cts. per 100 lbs.
Bales weigh about 460 lbs.
THE BEST iND 8TB0\CE8T MIST BE FRESH,
SOT OLD DRIED IP STUFF. Yon ran gel lb. iM of
n. A- Stoothotr, .316 Madloon Ave., N. T
ISPIIBBGU8 PIDPIOSIIS VflPS,
It StriDgs, S to 10 feet long,
50 cts. each.
Shipped to any part of the
'V7', H. EXjXjIOTT,
Chicago.
Easter Echoes.
It la a long time since the whole-
sale florists have had snch a busy week
In the middle of April as the past, which
of course included Easter and the flower
show In the City Hall.
But tor the fact that flowers enough
could not be had, trade would have gone
away ahead of any other Easter.
In roses, perhaps a normal supply for
the season was on band, but there Old not
begin to be enough to All all orders, hence
the close of the week saw all sold out, and
prices fully np to those listed, withoutany
thoughts of a break at the close, or a
sacriflce on the Sunday morning.
But in carnations there was surely a
considerable shortage; at Kennicott's not
more than 50 per cent, of last year's sup-
ply, it is claimed, was on hand. Others
fared similarly.
The list that always has the proviso
" subject to change without notice" was
much in evidence, and prices on general
stock on Saturday were stiff— $3 to $4— and
what little of strictly fancy there was
went at 15 to «0.
In lilies, taking the whole week, prices
scarcely maintaliied quotations, and until
Saturday a good many were disposed of
at 16 at first hands, fearing a larger supply
than the market would warrant; but the
end finally saw all cleared off, $8 being a
pretty good average for this class of stock.
Callas were in fair supply for the season,
and prices for these ruled with those for
Harrlsil.
Violets also sold well at about 75c.; there
being probably a full supply, the season
here being late.
All kinds of bulbous material cleared
out; in fact, anything worthy the name
of a flower sold.
Easter, looked at from a wholesaler's
point of view, but for a shortage of sup-
plies this year, from a monetary stand-
point, would have been a record breaker;
as It was, to have held one's own would be
doing well.
AmoDK Retailers.
Trade with the majority, more
particularly counting the whole week, was
satisfactory ; taking Easter alone, and for
a general average of all classes of stock,
there was no advance over other years.
Church decorations are not what they
used to be ; and as one told the writer who
quoted the trade fair, there is a very large
number of small sales, with no cheap
stock to help out those doing business in
poorer neighborhoods; indeed, we heard
of one right in the central part of the city,
on Saturday, offering 2000 carnations to
wholesale men to re-sell, the weather
Friday being nnpropitlous interfering with
prospects.
Plants seemed to have been cleared off
in pretty good shape, some azaleas being
still unsold. There is one thing about
this plant business in this city ; they are
too much looked upon as a by-product,
and, as a rule, are not enticing enough
when they leave the growers' hands, being
too often placed in dirty pots, poorly tied,
and slovenly looking. Before the plant
trade becomes a big feature, there must be
a change here. Then the chances are
better prices would rule, for surely 10c.
retail for a good hyacinth, primula, and
the like, grown in a 4-inch pot, leaves a
rather small margin for the grower, es-
pecially, as is often the case, when con-
siderable of his crop remains unsold.
For the coming week prices will probably
remain fair ; roses, ^4 to 15 ; carnations, $2
to $3. At writing frosts have been ex
perlenced nights. The season is much
later than last year, and seedsmen are
complaining of slow trade as yet.
The Conncll Floner Show.
Chicago has had its Spring Flower
Show In the Common Council Chamber
the past week, on the occasion of the new
Mayor, Carter H. Harrison, and council
members taking their seats. As anticipated
the display surpassed all previous efforts,
and money flowed into the pockets of the
florists. There is little doubt but $5,000
would be a moderate eatimate of what
was paid for the pieces, many of which
could not be gotten into the rather small
council chamber, and were piled on the
outside. There was no end of baskets,
bunches and bouquets of American Beauty
roses and other flowers, as well as the
regulation horse shoes, harps, lyres, stars,
eagles, wreaths, crowns, pillows, ships of
state, full rigged brigs, tugs with the sug-
gestion of " pulls," coats of arms, banners,
scrolls, battle axes, big foot balls for the
center rush, etc. A blacksmith got an
anvil, framed in a large horseshoe. Several
members got picture frames on easels with
the photograph of the owner, others got a
huge liberty bell, a full-sized chair, record
book for the clerk, with his majority and
date of victory. The smallest man got a
ladder of fame ; one a rainbow of hope,
great horns of plenty, a bicycle with an
eagle perched on the seat, eagles to scream
and roosters to crow. There was an im-
mense column 12 feet in height, a 7 foot
cannon, an umbrella, and last but not least,
a bust, representing Chicago with Its
Columbian motto " I will," done in letter-
ing across the breast.
A large number of florists in all parts
of the city shared in the work.
Around Town.
John Lane, an amateur florist,
who bad the distinction of being the first
in this city to grow single stem chrysan-
themums and obtain premiums for same,
when the Florists' Club used to hold its
flower shows, died April 17, aged 73 years,
from heart failure. He was an early mem-
ber of the S. A. F.
Cone to the War.
Theodore Callas and George Harris,
prominent fakirs here for years, and run-
ning as well a $150 a month stand in a
dry goods store, leave on Friday for
Greece. W. E Lynch takes the lease of
stand for disposal.
J. Austin Shaw, representing Slebrecht
& Son, New ^-~^ /j
week. ^ c:a.^^ , hi..^ ^
Nashville.
Easter trade was about the same as last
year. Roses and carnations sold best.
Lilies took the lead in plants. Prices
were, for roses, $1 50 to $3 per dozen; carna-
tions, 5c. per dozen; cut lilies, tl.50 to $2; li-
lac, 50c.; hyacinths, 50o. Azaleas sold at $1
to $2 each; lilies, 50c to$1.50each; genistas,
in 6-inch pots, $1; hyacinths, 25s. Cine-
rarias, fine specimens, went at $1 each;
roses in pots, 503. to $1. There was a good
call for palms in 5 or 0 inch pots. We had
nothing in the way of a novelty.
OUT SMILAX
Choice 6 foot strings at N. V. Market rates.
Annual output 60,000 strnigs.
ADIANTUM CUNEATUM
E.xtra One froniis, $i.00 per 100.
CUSTAVE SCHRADER,
Cut Flower Eirbnnec anj lloffmuii Itoiilcvard,
New York. Jiewtown, L. I., N. v!
CUT SMILAX
12 cents per string.
THE NATIONAL PLANT CO.,
»9.00 per 100 buds nnd bloniiis in pots.
»8.00 per 100, out.
It is well for those who order, to order be
fore they are thoroughly opened, as they wil
Cash With Order.
WM. A. BOCK,
NORTH CAMBRIDGE, MASS.
ON OR ABOUT MAY 1st
WE MOVE
To 76=78 WABASH AVE.
CMICAQO, ILL.,
Where we will Exclusively occupy
space, 46Hxl60 feet, giving us the 11 nest
largest Cut Flower Sa (
?hewest
very way
we hope
to merit our custon
patronage to an ev(
a greater
during t
or which
thanks.
Very respectfully.
E. H
. HUNT.
Immediate
correspondence s
incited with
growers of high grade stock for
evewv ki^omst ought to
insure: his class AGAII«ST
HAIL,.
For parttoulara address
JOHN G. E»«LER, Beo'y. Saddle River. N.J.
FLORISTS' EXCHANGC
Statiooery lof Florisis.
Every florist in the land should
have a complete supply of printed
matter wherewith to conduct his
business in style. We have the
largest outfit in America devoted
solely to horticultural printing,
and we understand the wants of
the trade. Below we quote two
combination offers and would be
pleased to supply you.
00 Combination offer
— includes....
260 Noteheads, Sl^xSH ins.
360 Envelopes, size 6^.
260 Billheads, 7 ins. wide, 6^ ins. deep.
250 Business Cards, 2^x4H ins.
250 Tags, size 2^x6)4 ins.
Cash with order. Delivered F. O. B., N. T.
d^ I A 00 Combination offer
4J 1 V.= includes....
600 Noteheads, 6^x8^ ins.
500 Envelopes, size 6^^.
600 Billheads, 7 ins. wide, i% ins. deep.
500 Monthly Statements, 6Hx8Hins.
500 Business Cards, 2^jx4H ins.
600 Tags, 2J^x5H ins.
One Day Book. I It these are not wanted
One Ledger. 1 subtract $1.60.
$5.22
Cash
Deliv
N. Y.
PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE YOU ORDER.
Write plainly and send " copy " for
each article wanted.
Noteheads will be furnished in smooth
writing paper with ruled lines. Linen
paper, ruled or unruled, can be had in-
stead if so ordered.
Envelopes are full commercial size and
of good quality.
Billheads will be furnished as above,
but size 8J^ ins. wide and 4J^ ins. deep
will be substituted when so ordered.
Cards are of good quality and ample
proportions.
Day Book and Ledger are large enough
for ordinary purposes. Ledger is in-
dexed and will hold 200 accounts.
Special designs, trade marks, etc., en-
graved to order. A rose, violet, or other
flower will be printed on your letterheads
and billheads if you so order.
The quality of all tlie above work is
guaranteed.
We can forward any of these
combination offers with advantage
to the purchaser, but it will not
pay from a distance to order a
single item on account of the ex-
press charges.
Address all orders to
i.T. DELiMiREPTG.ANOPUB. GO. Ltd.
44:2
Th
f=LORlSTS' EXCHHIMGE.
REENHOUSB
}e Wood Cllly dealer..
N. F. McCarthy, Xreas. & nanager.
.."5i?:'iT. BOSTON, MASS. « „;;'j.°,'„.
per 100. Poata«e, 16c. perl00r"For'othe?sty'le8oI
Letters, KmblemB and DeslKna, send for catalogue
Before purchasing send lor free sample and cataloaoe
and compare with any other letter on the m.irbet
For Bale by all Floriats' Supply Dealers.
Perfect Flower Pot
Handle and Hueet
Brooklyn, N. Y.
Cut lilies sold well for 15o. straight;
the demand for violets exceeded last year's.
Roses, carnations, tulips, and daffodils .
were i a good demand. The call forfency
carnations was also good, but prices were
lower than last year's.
In plants, szaleas, lilies, hyacinths In
pans, also two or three in a pot, sold well.
Hydrangeas are not much in requisition.
While trade was good, it was not quite up
to last year.
M. T. Keenan made his usual Easter
display, which surpassed all his previous
efforts in this direction, and that means a
good deal. The window decoration was a
beautiful piece of work, with a large
aquarium in the center, filled with rare
and beautiful fishes, surmounted with
pots of Farleyense ferns in handsome jars.
A monstrous bunch of lilies in one corner
was reflected by the mirror panels, as also
were very handsome azaleas, ferns, and
spiiseas. The view of the store and green-
houses from the front was exquisite, the
arrangement of plants and colors being in
splendid taste. All kinds of seasonable
stock was embraced in the display, which
was visited by thousands of people.
Lowell, Mass.
The volume of trade was larger than last
Easter. Lilies, roses, carnations, violets,
tulips, daffodils, spiraeas sold in the order
named. Prices for lilies were 203.; $2.25
perdczen; callaa, $2.25 per dozen. In roses,
Brunner, $3; Meteor, $2.35; Bride and
Bridesmaid, $1 75; WoottOD, $1.50; carna-
tions, 60c., 75c. and $1 per dczen; violets,
40c. and 50o. per bunch ; tulips, daffodils
and spirffias, 75c. per dozen. Prices were
about the same as last year's.
Lilies in pots sold at 20c. per flower and
bud, and wtra cleaned out. Azaleas sold
well at $1 tn $1.50 ; also geraniums at lOc.
and 153 in 4-inch pots; hyacinths 15c., and
nenistas 25c. each.
HAVE YOUR COLLECTIONS MADE
THKOUGH THE
NATIONAL FLORISTS- BOARD OF TRADE,
271 BROADWAY, NEW YORK.
* ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦« ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ •♦♦♦♦♦♦♦<
\ GROW PLANTS IN 1
\ "Jadoo" Fibre. \
t WATER THEM WITH %
♦ "Jadoo" Liquid. |
M. RICE &CO.,
Importers and Manufacturers of
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
25 N. 4th St., Philadelphia, Pa.
NEW F.ALL CATALOGCK NOW BBADT
-WEIvCH BROXHERS,
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
No. 2 Beacon Street. - BOSTON.
Wire Designs, Wheat Sheaves, Baskets, Im-
mortelles, Cape Flowers, Cut Flowers, Boxes,
aud all other supplies, at prices to meet com-
PAPER d1..
AI^IO Waxed and Tissue
TWINE. (Papers— all sizes.
Hi Ai SOHL, new YORK."
WHEN WRITINO MENTION THE FLORIST'S EXCHANGE
SUMMER IN WINTER
By Ualnir
Standard Greenhouse Boilers
One cent %et% oar Catalogue.
GIBLIN & CO.. . DUca, N. T,
Wl- EN WRrriNG MENTION THE n.OR:ST'S EXCHANGC
The Plorists' Exchange.
443
LORD & BURNHAM CO.,
HORTICULTURAL ARCHITECTS AND BUILDERS,
STEAM ANB HO-r WAXER HEATING EI«GINEERS.
Plans ADd Estimates furolsbed on application.
LOKID (0 4C. FOSTAGE EOR 1LI,I;»TRATED CATALOGUE.
TOBftCCO STEMS
Large Bales (300 lbs
Tobacco Dust,
$160
AND FRESH
■lal for t.ving, does not
injure the plants; It goes farthest and Is
cheapest ; first quality long fibre at lie. alb.;
$9.00 a 100 lbs.
H. G. FAUST & co.,%?i«.t^'pfi-arj.f :
WHEN WRITINr. V" TIQN THE FI.OHIST'6 CXCHANOr
(UK ED
TOBACfOCO-
Louisville.Ky
CANE PLANT STAKES
Ready Now, Cash wi
W. W. HENORIX, Bowling Green, Ky.
CHOCOLATE COOLER CO.
GRAND RAPIDS, MIOH.
Huntaotoren c
FLOniST'S BEFIIIGERITORS.
CLARK BROTHERS,
Manufacturers and Printers cf
PAPER SEED BAGS
Of 876ry D6sorlpll;n sicept Ilthogiipk Bags,
61 ANN STREET, NEW YORK.
^ Chadborn's Automatic a
f CHADBORN, KENNEDY & CO. f
? NEWBURGH, N. Y \
mnmoH tme fi.orist8 excmjwce
■ie
VALVES,
FITTINGS
THE JOHN
PULVERIZED
A Quick Oerminator
and Crop Forcer.
FACTORY I
Little Ferry, New Jersey.
OFPICEl
Long Island City, New York.
KATURAL. ODORLESS
PETERS COMPANY
Pure Sheep Fertilizer
permanently imprOTee
the Boil.
Matures the largest and
best crops. Quick and
lasting in its action.
CLEAH TO HANDLE.
"JADOO" "^IlJi
'Jadoo" Fibre!
A new potting
SuiU all kinds of
;Jhompsons
LIQUID
The Flowers grown
in It are larger
Efass' kproTsd Challenge,
Apply for quotations to
ANDRE L. CAUSSE,
I0S-107 Hudson St., New York.
t SPRAY PUMPS ^
iji The Best in the 'World. %
l##^|
TRADE MARtT/,
^
RECJSTEBED
Protected by Letters Patent.
The supply at the present time is limited to 50 Tons
Fibre and 1500 Gallons Liquid per month.
WE HBEPWBOOWOBDEBSFOBiY DELIVERY
Testimonials and Prices furnislied on application to
THE AMERICAN JADOO CO.,
^ n «iti 4 «sti for ssch 600 fset of Boor tpaos.
Dofli not lQjar« tbt moit eenBltlTo plants. Eodoned
Nikoteeh
*y prominent florlits. Ified for fumigation or Bpraylng
Flkoteen. Bold bj teedimen. ClrciU»r fret. BKABCTTEA
DIP CO , CHICAGO. ,
«Quick!yMDoesi^lt.r Bonnaffon, Mrs. Jai. B. Crane, Eugene Dailledouze, Miss Agnes
. B Diuamore, Mrs. A. J. Drexel, L'Entant des Deux Mondes. Erminilda
Henderson, Mrs. Higinbotham, Mrs. E. G. Hill, Dean Hole, Ivory
Latest Fad, Mrs. George J. Magee, Marie Louise, Minerva, Mrs. S. F. MurdocK
Mutuil Friend, Nemesis, NIveus, Miss Georgiana Pitcher, Miss Florence Pullman, Mrs. Geo. M
, The Queen, H. W. Ki -man, Mrs. Henry Robinson, Dorothy Toler, ,7 H. Troy, Mrs. H
rombly, Vivland-Morel, Mrs. Geo. West, Yellow Queen. $3 Per I OO.
Louis Bcehi
Louise Dalskov
Mrs. Alpheus Hardy,
J. E. Lage
McK.
PITCHER & MANDA, Short Hills, N. J.
JOHN N. MAY, Receiver.
COCOS WEDDELIAMA.
NEW CLIMBING
7ELLOW HAMBLER ROSE.
The Only Hardy Yellow Climbing Rose Yet Introduced.
A Worthy Companion to the Wonderful Crimson Rambler.
ale as its predecessor, the Crimson llamble
.ving exceedingly low prices, viz.:
Strong Plants, x^ Inch pots, Sz.so per doz.; Sis.ooper loo.
" " 3'A " 3-So " 2S-00 "
Full description of this valuable novelty, also a beautiful colored illustration of same,
reproduction of a painting by the celebrated artist, Paul de,Longpr6, will be found in oi
descriptive catalogue, which will be sent on application to any one who may not ha\
rrsippiy ^^^ pgjg^ ppgj CARNOT
inch pots, at $15.00 perlOD; $126.00 per lOi
WINTER-FLOWERING ROSES
Mme. Caroline Testout. Kalserln A
Victoria and Mrs. Plerpont Morgan..
Amerioan Beauty
ill be Sent Free
F. R. PIERSON CO.,
TARRYTOWN-ON-HUDSON, NEW YORK.
TUBEROUS BEGONIAS AND TUBEROSE PEARL
At lowest Wholesale Hates in Quantity. Write for Prices.
MCALLISTER'S LAWN DRESSING
INDUCES RAPID GROWTH OF A RICH, DARK GREEN SWARD.
Put up in 4 lb. packages, retailing at 15 cts. each ; 11.00 per dozen ;
Bulk, per 100 lb. bag, $3.50 ; per Ton, $40.00.
CRANULATED BONE, PULVERIZED BONE,
BEST QUALITY.
Price, $2.50 per 100 ; 2 cts. per lb. in Barrel lots.
Special Price on Ten Lots.
IRON BOUQUET HOLDERS.
cts.; No. 5, 25 cts.;
Lily shape, No. 0, 20 cts.; No.
Lily shape, galvanized, No. 0,
50 cts. each.
30 cts. each.
I els.; No. C,
F. E. inBiiLLiSTEii ^v:x^ 69 coriiaoiit SI. «. y.
Rose Hill Nurseries.
THE LARGEST AND FINEST STOCK IN AMERICA.
ARBCA I,I7TeSCeK»i.
DOZ. HON.
n pots, bushy, 12 to 16 in. high.. .$3.00 t^O.O)
18 to 20 in. high... 4.00 30.00
20to22in. high... 6.00 50.03
3 to 5 ft. $4, $1 and H each.
COCOS lVE:DDEI.IAI>iA.
n. pots, extra line, 5 and 6 leaves.$3 00 $15.00
n. pots, extra fine, strong 2.60 20 00
n. pots, extra line, very strong,
selected 350 25.00
n. pots, extra fine, very strong,
selected 4 00
leaves, 18 to 20 i:
. pots, heavy, 2 to 2ii ft. high .
. pots, heavy, 2 to 2% ft. high..
. pots, 36 to 4"' .. - ■
L,ATAKtIA BORBOKICA.
I^IVISTONA ROTVKiDIFOI.IA.
In. pots, 10 to 13 in. high, $1.25 each; $15.00 doz.
12 to 15 " 1.60 " 18.00 ••
DRAC^INAS.-dn variety.)
Without doubt or exception we have the
intry. Open for inspcc-
grandest lot
.decorative size
"$3.60to $6.00 each.
KENTIA FORSTERIA?(A.
DOZ. F
■"" ^'l5tol8 "'"'^' '^ '.'.'.'.'.'.'.'. 4.50 ;
FBfRTtlX RECl,II«ATA.
. pots. 15 to 18 in. high, $1.00 each: $10.00 do
4 in. pots, $4 00 per doz.
6 " 6.00 •• (colored and coloring).
FERNS. FERNS. FERNS.
If you are going to buy, it will pay you to get
2^''in. pots, i 0*6 vars.',' iloOper 100; $35.00 per 1000.
^eplirolepls cordata coiupacta.
The largest stock of this grand variety.
3 in. pots, One stock $15.00 per 100.
6 " line specimens, 15-18 in. high, $4 00
per doz ; $35.00 per 100.
Pterls ITmbrosa ClKantenm.
4 in. pots $35 00 per 100
5 " S.UOperdoz.
.65 each.
Write, Telegraph or Telephone us and our Carriage will meet you.
'™3eBRECHT & SON,
N T. Offick:
NEW ROCHELLE. N. Y.
446
The F=i-orists' Exchange.
' Ml
YOUR BOOK
Cannot be filled unless
you take advantage of
this offer.
Gladiolus, fine mixed, all colors, $1 per lOO;
$7.50 per 1000.
Gladiolus, white and light, mixed, $l.eO
per 100; $12.60 per 1000.
Begonias, tuberous rooted, separate
colors, $3.00 per 100 ; $2o.(;0 per 1000.
Lily Auratuni, SixU, Sne bulbs, $6 per 100;
$55.00 per 1000.
Lily Alt>uni, 8x0, fine bulbs, $7.00 per 100;
$65.00 per lOOi'.
Tuberose Pearl, 1st size bulbs, $100 per
100; $7 00 per lOOO.
Insecticides.
Tobacco Dust, Tobacco Steins, Bordeaux
Mixture, Gishurft Compound, Whale Oil Soap,
Hellebore, etc, Prices on application.
WM. ELLIOTT & SONS
NEW YORK.
WHEN WRmwC MEWTIOH THE FtORISTS' EXCHANGE
CLDCAS & BODDIKGTON CO., I
s' Agents of|
Plants, Seeds and Bulbs, |
'503 1V. 13th St.. I
ISIh St. new YORK CITY, i
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE fUOHIST-w EXCHANOC
HEADQUARTERS FOR
GallasaqiFreesiaBfllDs
PAMPAS PLUMES,
Palm, California Tree and Flower Seeds.
Please let ua book your orders for
BCI.BS at once
ASK FOR SPECIAL PRICES.
GERMAIN FRUIT GO. Los Angeles, Gal.
Some of
OurlmportPrices.
Per 1000
Miniature Hyacinths, in 3 separate
colors $8.00
Bedding Hyacintlis, in 3 colors 16.00
Clieap Named Hyacintlis, in 10 sorts. . . S4.00
Al. Hyaelntlii, In 10 sorts 36.00
TUI^IPS.
Scarlet Due Tan Tliol 2.60
Waterloo 6.50
OhryBolora 6.50
Keizersliroon 6.00
I,aBelne 2.76
Proserpine 12.60
Rose Oris de Line 10.50
Yellow Prince 7.60
marillo. 11.60
TonrneBol 10.00
Narcissus Ton SioD 10,00
Spirna Compacta ',.;■.; 26.00
IIUlS[BO!iCIIBIIDTII[ltS,
ENGLEWOOD, N. J.
BEGONIAS, TUBEROSES and GLADIOLI.
~' ADIOLI-Flnent mixed colon on tbe market. Large slie, tLW 'or M: la for (CO)'
tIM. Skooui Ome. rare to floirer tllla Snmmet, W oenta per 100 ; COO for (3.00 ;
tbeae Balt>0. are the best on tbe marlcet. and 1 gnarantee satlsfac
lnr»«.oo.
OLADIOLI-Flneat mixed
for 97.00. Seoond BlBe. rare to fl< , ,
""" ae Balt>0. are the best on tbe marlcet. and 1 gnarantee satlsfact
a to be sent bj eipress or freight. U Isrsm qnanlltleo are wanted, uk tor speoai «aouuoiu
d, bot all ordere will be filled promptl; as long as it remains nnaold. Addreaa
F. B. MILLS, Seedsman. Box. 200, Rose Mill, Ke^v Torfe
Gladioii, choice mixed
Madeira Vine Koots
Tuberoses, Pearl. 1^ G>^.
Ter 100
H. G. FAUST & CO., Pb^.rdK^
SUMMER FLOWERING
^BULBS._^
GHAS. H. ALLEN, Floral Park, N. Y.
LIST OF Y008 WHIITS ^r™:
G SEASON
Early Orders
NOW.
rBest
We will make you bottom prices
on Freesias.Calla .Ethiopica, Little
Gem, Japan LONQIFLORUM
Eximium (best tor forcing),
Eomans, Dutch Bulbs, Japan
Auratums, Rubrums, Albums, etc.
Tree Pern Stems, Palm Seeds.
We offer an extra fine strain of Hardy Japanese
(iladioli, finest mixture, at $2.00 per 100.
Send tor Price List if the mail has not brought
It to you, and do not throw in the WASTE
BASKET.
U communications to
H. H. BERQER & CO., San Francisco, Cal.
A. POINTER « PROFIT
Every Florist is Looking^ for the
Above Firm.
HOW TO FIND them:
Do not hustle all of your Gladiolus Bulbs
into the ground early in the season and cut
all your blooms in August. Plant at intervals
of two weeks, reserving a good proportion until
the last of May and June. Planted late they
will come into bloom in the cool of early
Autumn, producing the finest spikes at a
season when flowers are scarce and sell readily.
We can still supply a few thousand H. G.
Seedlings at
$8.00 per fOOO; 2d size, $5.00 per 1000.
Beautiful light colors. Nothing better.
N. B. — If you are not in a hurry for your order, have them
come by freight when ordered in quantities of a thousand or
more.
CASH WITH ORDER.
CUSHMAN GLADIOLUS CO.
EUCLID, OHIO.
GoGosWeOilelianaSeeil.
FRESH, S6.00 PER 1000.
H. WITERER, 107 Soutli 7tli Street.
CEEDS for Profit
pSFSwcctPeasI
T. Wholesale Catalog-ue on application. ^
I WEEBER & DON, ^'i^.^rotT *
^ 114 Cliambers St., New York City. .^
NOW IS THE TIME TO ORDER
FRESBt SXOCK,
JUST ARRIVED.
iMmfLLis jomisoiiji,
EXTRA LARRE BULBS.
Send me your list of such stock you
will need the coming season, and I will
quote you my bottom prices for first-
class goods.
F. W. O. SCHMITZ,
ALM
I,
^-^'^^^^^'**^* ON HAND
>crlOO 1000 300l>
Areca lutesceii., .... $1.00 »7.60 J80.C1)
'• rubru 1.00 8.60 Si.flO
ClinniffiropB excel.n, . . .50 S.50 9.C0
** clceans, . . .60 3.50 9.00
LatanlD Borboiilca, . .60 2.50 7.00
PhcEnlx eanarlen.ls, 60 3.60 ».0O
" "ruplcola," ■.".;! '. '. '. I'.OO 7.50 SoioO
Scnforthia eleifaiiH, 1.00 7.50
Aannraitu. pl«n,o.u.niinu.(tnie). 1.60 18.60 S5.0«
Dracienii Indlvl.a lliicata, 50ctB.peroz
J. L. SCHILLER, Rutherford, N. J.
ifiiflifiS
THE FINEST IN THE WORLD.
Six Splendid New Varieties, »2 per oz., sepa-
rate, mixed. $1.50 per oz.; |16 per lb.
Ne^v Early, splendid mixed, ¥1 50 per oz.
Calllopsie lauceolala srandiflora, "Cali-
fornia Sunbeams," grand new mixture, 91.60
Cyperas alternlfolius, II per oz.
AlBopbila Australia (Tree Fern), fresh seed.
50c. per « oz.
Canna Mnie. Crozy, 91.25 per lb.: splendid mixed.
$1 per lb.; good Ventura mixture. 93.
Begonia Rex, splendid mixed, 60c. per 1000 seeds ;
96 per 10.000 seeds.
Begonia Hemperflorens, hybild, splendid mixed
50c. per % oz.
Begonia, fibrous, splendid mixed, 50c. per pkt.
92 per 1-32 oz.
Ferua, spleadld mixed, 91 per 1-16 oz.
Geranluina, Tricolor, &0c. per 100 seeds; Ivy gera-
niums. 30c. per 100 seeds; Lady WasblcgtOD, 60o.
per 100 seeds, 95 per 1000 seeds; Zonaie, Ig., fl.,
splendid mixed, 92.50 per oz.; good mixed, 75c.
Giant Galllardia "James Keiwny," 91 peroz.
Ipoma:a"{IeaTenly Blue," 91 peroz :913perib.
Pbormium Teiiax (New Zealand Flax), plain.
15c per 100 seeds; 75o. per 1000 seeds. Variegated
foliage, 20c. per 100 seeds; 91 25 per 1000 seeds.
Aluaa Enaetr (fresb). 70c. per 100; i. Philadelphia, Pa. T
Prize-Winning
DAHLIAS
AN UNPRECEDENTED RECORD.
23 First Prizes, Certificate of Merit, 2
Diplomas, and highest mention everywhere.
If yoLi want the Very best Datallas
that hloom, send for our 1897 descriptive trade
list now read5'. Address
W. p. PEACOCK.
Dahlia Specialist, ATCO, N. J
. red:L. E. Bally.
I. J. BALDWIN, Newark. O.
Columbia Canna
BEST RED. DRY ROOTS.
S1.50 per Dozen. Casta.
EDWIN A. SEIDEWITZ,
36 W. LEXINGTON ST., BALTIMORE, MD.
WHEN WRrriNO MENTION THE flORISTS* CXCHANG!
THE "YELLOW KID.'
Canna Burbank
THE BEST OF THE NEW ORCHID
FLOWERED CLASS. A
PURE YELLOW.
Each 75c.; 6 for $4.00
SHEEP MANURE. perlOO lbs. $2.25; $10 per 500 Ibt.
VAUGHAN'S SEED S10RE,
ch plants, 82.00 per doi.; •16.00 per 100
dormant roots, mi. 00 per doz.; «6.00 per 100.
New A ¥ Si A *^¥? (nearest white), 4 in., S3. 00 per doz.: S16.00 per 100. Fine
^ i» ■ " »1.50 per doz.! SIO.OO per 100.
00 per doz. Also Wintzer's New Pedigree Cannas,
Maiden's Blush, PlUarof Fire, Golden Pearl, Triumph
•3.50. New Double Kudbeckia, nolden Glow, 2H jn , »6.00 per
00. New Logan Berry, good plants from 2!^ in. pots. JSl.OO p< '
trawberry-Baspberry. 83.60 per 100. Golden Mayberry, Chin
Send for Price List.
AUSTRIA ?,*NN|^.7™wn"'^c
ALSACE, 'dTml
* *. Jf%.M^*.Jf%.y Philadelphia,
-ALFRED F. CONARD, West Grove, Pa.
LILIUM LONGIFLORUM.
....JAPAN CROWN.
COI•. '°°. $3 5°- ??
Third size, 5 to 7 >"-. i°°. $2.50. '{'.
THE LOVETT COMPANY, <
Little Silver, N. J. .''
WHUI WUTINO MENTION THE FlOtllST'* UCHtNat
448
The F=i-orists* Excht^nge.
LOOK HERE
The following p
ROSES, out or 2 in,
»2 50 per 100; 120 (
(3.00 per 100 ; (2g.0<
: Fe
Itlixe
Vlole
,s. »3.00 per 100.
,„. A runners. 50o.
Terms Cash or C. O. D.
C. MERKEL & SON, Mentor, Ohio.
WHEN WnmNO MCNTION THE nORISTS- CXCHANOC
50.000 ROSES, ro—s'
nc; Meteor, W. La 1
. C. Soupert, 13.00 i
■in Victoria, Perle d
8WAINSONA 8PL,ENDENS-0nly true pink.
t4.00perIOO.
DIIAC^NA INDIVISA- PerlOO Per lOCO
4 to 6 inch, stronn JIOOO
3 to Unch. strong 8 00 $75 00
2>^ inch, stronu 3 00 25 00
V IOL.ETS -The California. strV clumps,»5 per 100
Kooted Runners $1.25 per 100, tlO.OO per 1100
Shoenbrunn. strong clumps fi 00 per 100
PA LM.S-Chamajrops eicclsa. 2;,! inch 4 00 per 100
Washlngtoniaflllfera " 4 00nerl00
'MDMS-Niveus, Mrs. Robinson. Pres. W.Smith.
VlTland-Morel. »1.25 per 100. tlO.OO per 1000.
V I NC A VAR.-5 in. pots, extra strong. »10 per 100
Cash, or flrst-class bank references must ac-
company all orders.
J. B. HEISS, I 16 So. Main St., Dayton, 0.
< THE FLORISTS* EXCHAHGF
B'in.© HeaXtla-sr StocOs: of
Bniles, lalls, . •
.. Penes, piGieors,
JOHN HENDERSON CO.
Flushing, N, Y.
« TRADE?
• BRIDES AND BRIDESMAIDS, Plants
^ for Plants: just to get in new
\ stock. Good plants, but I wantlbe
# benefit that comes from changing
0 locality. Don't you?
S Call in. SUNNYWOODS GREENHOUSES,
1 FRANK L. MOORE, Chatham, N. J. «
REINBERG BROS.
strong, Healttiy I^OSES From 2% inch pots.
accepted.
are the largest Rose srrowers ia tt
Btock. TESTOUT. $'i 00 per lOt) ;
CARNATIONS-Rooted Cuttings.
IVORY, $3.00 per 100; $35.00 per 1
ROSE QUEEN. $2
STORM KING and SILVER SPRAY. $1 f
100 (
lial Prioe§ on large lots. The above stock is v
LIZZIE MoGOWAN,
IMERIClll BElUTIfS.
JOSEPH BRADBURY,
SOUTH ORANGE, N. J.
lENTlOH THE TLORISTS' EXCHANQC
TEN DEGREES BELOW ZERO
ew climbinnroae
in our nurseries the past Winter, thus proving
it to be even hardier than we had supposed.
A Hardy Yellow Climbiuff Rose
is what everyone has wanted for years and
Aelaia is, therefore, an immensely important
150 BlosNoniH in a Bunch
have frequently been produced by the Yellow
Rambler, for tt has *he same manner of btoom-
tnK in splendid SIk clusters as does the Crimson
Rambler to which it is a splendid companion
rose and probably related. The color is a clear
decided yellow; the flowers of moderate size,
very fraprai t and last three to four weeks.
established plants maklnK shoots eight to ten
feet high in a season.
We are the Introdacers
of this rose in this c luntry, having been so
appointed by Mr. Peter Lambert, the origi-
nator. We are also prepared to offer plants of
two other valuable climbing roses :
EUPHROSYNE or FINK RAI>1BL.ER
Color a clear light red: ' "
THALIA or WHITE RAMBLER
WE want' EVERY FLORIST
WE WILL SEND FR^EE OF C^HARCE
th'^m.^^ODdatonce.
Price for strong plants from 2i^ inch pots,
I $15.00 per 100. Send for our Trade
Send orders to Lists of other Roses and General Stock.
51 WABASH AVE., CHICAGO, ILLS. MKSOH&PERKINSOO.Newark.NewYork
SO? o
LAST CHANCE TO BUY
IMPORTED HARDY, FRAGRANT, DORMANT ROSES,
I de Dieshach.
Prin
! Rohat
Fisher Holmes,
Gloire de Margottin, Mrs. John Laing,
All grown by the well-known Boskoop Holland Knrsery
Association. Send estimates of your wants.
Als5 a few Tree Roses. Japan Snowballs and Hardy Rhododendrons.
STOCK FAST SELLING OFF. FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED.
SUMMER FLOWERING BULBS.
GLADIOLUS BBENCHLEYENSIS, bright scarlet.
Price per 1000, 46.OO. By the case of 4000, per 1000, |5.00.
CYCAS BEVOLUTA, fine stems, only a few left.
6-13, 13-34, 34-36 inches.
C. H. JOOSTEN, Importer, 193 Greenwicli St., New York,
HOSES.
Mildew.
Ia my previous notes I mentioned how
troublesome mildew became at this time
of the year, when we get so many sudden
changes in the weather. To keep the
foliage in a healthy and leathery form,
that will ward off this disease, one mast
almost continually be in the houses watch-
ing ventilation. Again, the temperature
will run so high outdoors now and then at
night that we feel like letting our Ores
out. 1 mentioned before that it was best
to leave quite a little air on with one pipe
around, as this gives a good circulation
and dispenses with condensation on the
foliage. It the latter occurs two or three
times in succession it Is almost certain to
cause great damage by the young foliage
dropping and the tender shoots at the tips
turning black, also making conditions
most favorable for mildew and other kin-
dred diseases.
I have heard not a few boast of their
economy In saving fuel; they haven't had
a fire for so long a time, etc. That's all
right at the proper time. I am positive
others will join me In saying that roses
cannot be properly grown in this way.
For myself, I don't care if It's the 4th
of July, if the temperature drops below
55 degrees nights I have the fires started. I
don't wish to give the impression that
firing should be done every day In the
year, but fires should be always laid and
ready to be started at any minute In the
day or night, as occasion requires. A
chilly, moist atmosphere should be avoided.
To return to mildew. I have already
stated the best method I have found to
prevent it— the use of sulphur as soon as
the least indication of the trouble appears.
Quite a number of bad cases of mildew
have recently come under my notice. In
very obstinate cases, such as occur with
Hoste and Bride, that sometimes arise
from insufficient air, light and a stagnated
atmosphere, causing the foliage to curl up
and rendering flowers unsalable, I would
advise, if the flowers are needed from
these plants up to the middle of June or
80, to spray on bright days with the am-
monlacal solution of copper. There is, to
my mind, 00 question but this is the
last resort, and a good one. After being
cured the plants should be carefully looked
after.
Here is the formula for those who would
like to experiment: one pound sulphate of
copper in three quarts of strong ammonia;
use one pint to a barrel of water, or where
a smaller quantity Is needed at a time, it
should be borne in mind the mixture soon
lo "
gill to ten galli
Soray very finely. After two or three ap-
plications mildew should be overcome.
I find it best to keep the solution In a
glass bottle with stopper, as it will soon
eat through any earthenware Tessel and
turn black. H. H.
THE NEW
ROSE
PRESIDENT CARNOT
FROM 2 1-2 INCH POTS. $15.00 PER 100; $125.00 PER 1000.
HEALTHY YOUNG STOCK.
READY NOW FOR DELIVERY.
Mosella, " Yellow Soupert," 314 inch pots $5.00 per 100 ; |40,00 per 1000
Pink. Soupert, 2J^ inch pots 5.00 per 100 ; 40.00 per 1000
Climbingf 'Wootton, a very vigorous climber, identical with Wootton
in bloom, perfectly hardy in this latitude $10.00 per 100 ; $70.00 per 1000
Carmine Pillar, 3J^ inch pots, a line climber, hardy .$10.00 per 100
Coeos 'Weddeliana, 3 inch pots, beautiful plants 30.00 per 100
Areca I^utescens, ^% inch pots, ready for a shift $15.00 per 100
Also fine stock of larger sizes, prices on application.
Coeos 'W^eddeliana Seed, fresh crop, just received $8.00 per 1000
Areca Lutescens Seed, fresh crop 6.00 per 1000
LiYiStona Rotundifolia, 2 inch pots $10.00 per 100 ; 80.00 per 1000
Asparag^us Sprengerii, 31^ inch pots, good stuff 10.00 per 100
A plant of great value for decorative purposes.
ROBERT CRAIG,
- 49th and Market Streets, Philadelphia, Pa.
/-
The F=!l-orisxs' Exchange.
449
|E. G. HILL & CO.,?
\ RICHMOND, IND.
YOUNG CYCLAMENS
In color to uaiue, from '2 iui
rom the finest English prize strain
pots, i?.t.00 per 100.
Strong young plants of.HYDRANCEA Otaksa and Raitiis Picta.
$3.00 and $4.00 per 100, according to size.
THE NEW DAISY Madam Qraellert. Every florist should
have a stock of this fine plant. $4.00 per 100. €
THE FRENCH DAISY Madam Farteillon. Try a dozen of #
tills; only .'30 els. per doz. J
CHRYSANTHEMUMS by the 100 or 1000. Just the kinds J
every florist needs for cut flower p\irposes. Bergmanu, Fitzwy- T
gram, Marion Henderson, Modesto, Mrs. Perrin, Mrs. Murdock, J
and every other good one in quantity. Price as low as any for ?
good stock. 5
IVY GERANIUMS. Unquestionably the finest and best collection J
J in the country. You should sec them. 100 of these in 10 new ?
\ varieties for $0.00. \
\ E. G. HILL & CO., Richmond, Ind. \
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANCe
CYCLAMEN.
Finest grandifiorum splendens in as-
sorted colors, 21^ inch pots, strain extra
strong and healthy.
16.00 per 100 ; |50.00 per 1000.
LEHNie SI WINNEFEID,
HACKENSACK, N. J.
OHEN wnmNO MENTION THE n.e«l8T-S PICHAHC ;
AUCTION SALE.
Being about to relinquish the growinj? of
plants, I shall sell at public auction, without
reserve, about the first week in May, of the
date due notice will be given later, (unless dis-
posed of at private sale), all my plants, which
consist of the following varieties : About 6000
choice Roses, one, two and three years old, in
splendid condition, all tied up and ready for
market and all grown in cold frames all Winter,
about 50 named kinds of the choicest varieties ;
3000 or more of the finest and best varieties of
Camellia Japonica, about 75 named varieties
and each plant named true, in 4, 5, 6 and 7 in.
pots, together with some hundreds of large
plants in large pots; 300 or more Orchids of
difl'erent kinds, some large plants of Deu-
drobium Nobile. Phajus, &c., &c.; also
about 50 Cypripedium loeigne and others,
grown in large fiats, having had from 25 to 30
flowers each many of them ; in fact I refused
J50 for eleven of them last fall, the blooms
having paid a much larger interest tlian that
value. There are 300 or more Palms for decor-
ative purposes, consisting of Kentias, some
large specimens ArecaLute8cens,Verschaffeltii,
Latania Borbonica, Kbapis FlabelUformis, some
over 6 feet with 13 and more stems, grand
, Cocoa Plumosa, 7 to 8 feet, Chamgerops
Excelsa,
Rupicola, Reclinata
Ficus Elastica. 18 in. to 3 feet, a large lot of
Ferns of sorts and about 400 Farleyense ' " '
and 5 in. pots* 100 or more Aspidistras, large
and fine plant
some variegated ; a large lot of Azaleassuitable
for large decorations, 3000 or more Geranium
in 4 in. pots of choice bedding kinds : 3000 Car'
nations in pots, 3 in.; lOOOCannas in pots, man;
coming in bloom, all choice kinds, named, many
of them seedlings as fine as the best, some pure
yellow without spot and many dwarf, "
JAMES PENTLAND, Florist, BALTIMORE, MD
50,000 SMI LAX, p\^fol}'«;
■00 Krom 2 Ml. pots. «1.M per 100, '$f3.00 per 1000.
lydranKe'), ID budaodin bloom, from 4 tn pots.
.0.00 per 100. Send for Samples. Cash with the
pder.
RED. BOERNER. Caps May City, N.J.
Geraniums, Begonias,
Carnations and
Chrysanthemums.
Geraniums. We have 50,000 surplus, all
iouble tloweiiDjf Hiid beat sorts. 2^ in. pots aod
in splendid shape. $3.50 per 100; $30.00 per
Besronlas. Large surplus of following
natned ; Dewdrop, McBethi.Sandersoni, White
Weltonieosis, Robusta, Zebrlna, Sangi
Olementiaa, Leaoudii _ _ _
$3 00 per 100. Our Begonias are all nice plants
in 3 in. pots-
Carnations. E. A. Wood, Blanche, Fred
Dorner. American Flag, Daybreak. Golden
Qate, Hinze's White, J. J. Harrison, Lizzie Mc-
Gowan, New Jersey, Orient, Portia, Tidal
Wave, W. A. Scott, Dr. Smart, Corsair and
Sweetbrier. fine, strongly rooted plants in. 3U
pots. »2.6() per 100: $20 00 per 1000.
Cbrysanttaemunis in large variety
$3.50 per 100 ; $20.00 per 1000.
THE GEO. H. MELLEN CO., Springfield, 0.
THE COTTAGE GARDENS, Queens, L. I.
SPECIALISTS IKJ
Carnations, Cannas, Chrysanthemums,
paper"* Geraniums and Dahlias. ilfcELisT?""
VERBENAS
THE CHOICEST VARIETIES and
HEALTHIEST PLANTS GROWN.
STRONG BUSHY PLANTS, in T)ud and bloom, $2.50 per 100; |20.00 per 1000.
STRONG ROOTED CDTTINGS, 7.5cts.per 100; $6.00 per 1000; $.50 per 10,000.
J. L,. D1I.LON, Bloomsburg, Pa.
BEDDING STOCK!
Q^P/^l^iy IVIS, ^11 colors, best varieties, 4 in. pots.
Coleus, Vinca Vines, Alternanthera, Feverfew, Rose Gerani-
ums, German Ivy, Mme. Salleroi Geraniums, Double Alyssum,
Myrlle, for graves, etc. Send for large and complete list.
YOUNG ROSE STOCK.
Bride, Bridesmaid, Perle, Meteor, Belle Siebrecht,
Wootton, $3.00 per 100. President Carnot, $15.00 per 100.
CARNATION CUTTINGS.
Garfield, Lizzie Gilbert, Tidal Wave, Goldfinch, Rose
Queen, Wm. Scott, Alaska, Daybreak, Lizzie McGowan,
Silver Spray, $2.00 per 100.
We are HEIDOUIRIERS for GUT FIOWERS.
Our Supply is Unsurpassed. Shipping Trade our Specialty. We know how to Pack.
ELLIS & POLLWORTH,
MILWAUKEE, WIS.
Wholesale Exclusively.
GIS-OOX> S^FOC
Acbyrantbes, 3 leadiD^ varieties, 2i^ inch pots
AKeratum, Cope's Pet, 21/2 inch pots
Alternaiitbera Aurea Nana, P. Major and Amabllis,
Alyssum, Torn Thumb and Giant, double 2V2 inch pots. .
Beg^onias, good assortment
Vernon
Caulias, Alphonse Bouvler, 3 inch pots
Charles Henderson, 3 inch pots
Explorateur Crarapbel, 3 inch pots
Miss Sarah Hill, 3 inch pots
Queen Charlotte, 3 inch pcils
Professor, 3 inch pots
New varieties, prices on application.
Clirysaiitliemaius, very fine asBortment, 2^2 inch pots
Frutescens Hallerli Aurea, the grand new yellow
Daisies, Hardy English, from cold frames
TRADE X.IST
coleus, 10 leadine bedding varieties, 2V1> inch pol
lu leading bedding varietiep, rooted cuttings,
lOCO ; $6.00 per 1000 In lots of 6000 and over.
Ecbeverla Secunda Gli
from flats..
Korgret-Me-Nots, from cold fra
Dracaena Indlvisa, 6 inch pots,
Fuctislas, very fine, 2^ inch pots
Geranlnms, very fine
Grevlllea robasta, 4 inch pots
Heliotrope, 2V^ inch pots
4 inch pots
German Ivy, 2V^ inch pots
Moon Vines, 21/3 inch pots
Blusa Rnsete, 10 inch pots, $1.00 to $2.00 each
potfl, 30ct8. to 75ct8. each
Salvia Bonfire, 2Vj Inch pots
"'" f,2W inch pots
per doz., $4.00
260
400
16 00
260
6 00
260
tralllnif,
FREK ON AI»PI,ICAXION.
Cash with orde
• C. O. D. Orders :
F. O. B.,N. Y. City.
SEAWANHAKA GREENHOUSES
JAS. C. CLARK, Supt.
P. O. BOX 34.
OYSTER BAY,
QUEENS CO., N.Y.
WM. L. SWAN. Prop.
450
Xwe FLORISTS' Exchange.
VIOLETS MY SPECIALTY!
On and after March 1st I will be ready to supply,
in any quantity, stock of the follon'lnf; varieties;
PRINCESS de GALLES. ^',tTJZf>.nS''iJs^'r^:
grant; strong grower and productive 100, JS; 1000, $45.
HJXONBJE per 100, $1.60; per 1000, $13.00.
CALIFORNIA " 75; " 5.00.
All from good plants, rooted runners.
Five French Medals; two American Medals; three Diplomas.
First Premium, Grand Central Palace, New York, under
the auspices of New York Florists' Club.
■w. Cash with order or
N.Y,
FERD. BOULON. Sea Cliff L I.
WHEN WRrriMQ HEMTIOW THE rLOBISTS' EXCHANGE
SUPIOT-THE VIOLET KING
Offers the following varieties of Violets for March delivery. All plants are in perfect
health, having been grown cold.
None of my Violet houses are heated, thus insuring perfect health and vigorous growth.
Princess of Wales (Princesse de Galles), introduced by me from France four years ago.
$1
Prlticess Beatrice, new. $1.00 per doj.; $7.00 per
Admiral Avellan, new. $1.00 per^doz.; $7.00 per '"
I,uxoniie. 76c
, $5.00 per 100.
doz.; $6.00 per 100. Also a^ large i
(S on application
Cash with all orders.
3f older varieties, such as
FRANCIS SUPIOT, 57th St. and Lancaster Ave., PHILADELPHIA, PA.
WHEN WWn B MENTION THE WORISTg IXCHANCt
«f lOI ere Clumps or Banners.
wl\/UEIO. Al Stock, Clean, and
no disease. M. Louise runners, $4.00 per 1000.
California runners, $.5.00 per 1000. Cash with
order only. g. BATSON, Kalamazoo, Mich.
WHEN WRmwG MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
VIOLET RUNNERS.
Marie Louise well rooted per 1000 $4 00
Ladv H Campbell, well rooted, " 4 00
California, " " " 3 Ofl
Farquhar, " " " 10 00
AXCHORAGE ROSE CO.,
ANCHORAGE, KY.
im USE m CHS
From ten to twenty well-rooted runners tn
each clump, perfectly clean and healthy, at
$4.00 per 100 clumps; $35.00 per 1000. Cash
with order.
R. F. HAHN, Cornwall-on-Hudson, N. Y.
YIOLEXS.
Marie Louise
rooted rum
Campbell, CallforDl
00 per 100, $45.00 1
1000
Farquhar and
Pink Violets. Prices on application.
This stock is healthy, have been picking from
it since September 27, and am still picking off
the same plants.
MICHAEL KUSSELL, Westport, Conn.
•ING MENTION THE
Plane Louise Violet muDmii
Free from disease, $3.00 per 100.
Will exchange for Bridesmaid Roses.
E. T. WiTERSTONE, Greenwood Lake, N. Y.
Orange County.
VIOLETS.
A few thousand rooted runners; Marie
Louise Violets, 6oc. per loo; I4.00 per
1000; clean healthy stock. Cash with order.
J. D. HARCOURT'S SON,
WapplDKer'g Falls, N. V.
VIOLET CLUMPS
A No. 1 stock, clear
Ladr H, Cnmpbell, clump _ _ ._.
Swauley White, clumpB, per 100. $3 00. Cali-
tornia, clumps, per 100. ».1.00. Well rooted run-
ners of the above variety, »1.00 per 1000.
Cash with order or satisfactory reference.
JOHN K. ^VALKER, Waldrop, Va.
WHEN WKmNQ MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
MARIE LOUISE VIOLETS.
. M. BODEN, Oneida, N.Y.
HON THE FVOBIST'S EXCHANGE
West Islip Greenhouses.
Marie Louise Violets, ZtnL
S4.00 per 1000, cash with order.
E. B. SUTTON, Jr.,
P. O. Address, Babylon, I,. I., ?(, V
ASTER PLANTS f^rQtteJ'T
FINE PLANTS CHEAP.
Geraniums, Double Grant, 3->iin. pots.. $2 00
Begonia Vernon, fine, 2H-in. pots 2 00
Coleus, Sl^.in.pots 2 00
Salvia Splendens. 2)^-in. pots 2 00
Rooted Cnttiugs, Coleus, Geraniums, Be-
gonias, Violets, Sal vias,&c 75
CASH WITH ORDER.
NICHOLAS AMOS,
Keystone CanBervRtors', Crestiine, Ohio.
rxCHAHOt
APRIL OFFER.
400 Alnrenerices (Paris Daisy) 5 in. pots ....)
Ge'/an i" "n s %\2nf.Y,
Having disposed of several of my Green-
houses and the remainder being- over crowded,
I have decided to offer for sale the excess, con-
sisting of the greater portion and the choicest
specimens of my collection for tlie past 20
years, either singly or in quantities. They are
all well established, in fine condition, and many
cannot be obtained in any other collection in
America. A printed list sent on application.
Sales made at reasonable prices.
E. CORIVING.
SPECIAI. OFFER OF
FERNS and ROSES
per ItO ; $40.00 per 1000.
Bride, Bridesmaid, Brunner, Jacq.,
Meteor, Perle, La France, 3 in. pots, fine
strong plants, clean, $.^.00 per 100; $40.00 per
1000. American Beauty, large plants, 3 in.
pots, $10.00 per 100. This stock is guaranteed
as represented or money refunded.
THE L& ROCHE a STiHL FLOWER GO. Ltd.
C01,I,ING»AI,E, PA.
WHEN WRITINQ MENTION THE fLOBISTS-
Cincinnati, 0.
The Market Sloir.
The bottom seemed to drop out ofl
trade all at once ; even fancy carnations
have been hard to sell during the past
week. Roses and all other stock was die-
posed of tor something, but prices were
away down. The warm weather we are
having is accountable for much of this
depression ; the thermometer on Saturday
registered 84 degrees.
Trade in the market on Saturday fared
no better; all the growers were complain-
ing ; some sold roses even as low as 2.5c.
per dozen.
We are also becoming metropolitan. Oo
Saturday a department store began selling
geraniums at 5c. each. I understand they
were furnished them, at $40 per 1000, by a
Kentucky grower.
News of the Week.
J. G. Fine, of Dayton, Ky., buried
his mother on Thursday ; she was 67 years
old.
C. C. MUKPHT met with an accident a
few days since that has put him on
crutches. He was tightening a shoe on
one of his horses when the animal gave a
jump, driving the caulk of the shoe in the
side of Mr. Murphy's leg below the knee.
On April 29, Henrt Sohwarz will lead
to the altar Miss Ottilia Schweikert, an
estimable young lady, of Newport, Ky.
After the ceremony, the happy couple will
go immediately to their home, on Price
Hill, where Mr. Sohwarz has his green-
houses.
Club Meeting.
The la.st meeting of the Florists'
Society, until September, will be held
May 8. At this meeting we expect the
grandest exhibition yet staged, and shall
also present the medals of the Society to
the three winners of the greatest number of
certiflcates during the past eight months.
We shall have a smoker and a lunch. Id
connection with music, recitations, songs,
and several good papers.
We shall welcome all of the craft who
can make It convenient to be with us on
this occasion, and we ask those who so
desire to send us for exhibition anything
of merit they may possess.
E. G. GlLLKTT.
Kansas City, Mo.
Easter trade was the best this city has
ever seen, 25 percent, better than last year.
Roses had first class in cut Bowers, carna-
tions next, then lilies, tulips, narcissus,
valley, etc. Easter lilies had largest sale
in plants; not enough to supply demand.
Prices were good , from 15c. to 20c. a bud and
bloom. Prices in cut flowers were the
lame as last year's. Roses sold readily at
$2, $2 50, $3; Beauty, $8 and $10; carna-
tions, 75c. and $1 per dozen. Flowering
plants about same as heretofore. What
few azaleas were left sold at from $1.50 to
$3 per plant. Easter being so late, azaleas
were about gone. We had no novelties to
offer this year in our market. The public
took kindly to all Easter flowers except
Splrsea jiponica. Most florists have quit
growing these. Everyone reports a good
trade.
We had a delightful day Saturday to de-
liver orders. Oar Spring has been so
barkward, that- no plants have been sold
yet to the home trade, and when It dofs
open, we will have to work hard to make
up for lost time.
Knoxville, Tenn,
Easter trade here was the heaviest ever
known. Although the florists had ex-
pected a heavy trade, and prepared a large
stock, every flower was disposed of; not a
lily was left over. Prices, too, ruled high ;
Beauty sold readily at 50c.; Bride, Brides-
maid, Perle, etc., at from $2 to -53; carna-
tions -$1 a dozen ; violets brought -82 to $3
per 100. There was not much bulb stock,
with the exception of valley, which brought
75c. to SI.
Potted lilies, azaleas, cinerarias, Swain-
sona, etc., sold well.
C. M. Crouch has completed another
house 100x18, which will be devoted to car-
nations next Fall, and will be planted en-
tirely with Scott, which variety does re-
markably well here. Three other houses
of the same dimensions are used for carna-
tion", and the best of the newer sorts will
be given a thorough trial. H. Y.
Moundsville, W. Va.
Easter trade was remarkably good, .al-
though prices did not rule as high as could
have been wished. H. Y.
ECHEVERIA!
S35.00 per 1000.
CUSTAV OTTO,
91 Sherman Place, JERSEY CITY. N. J.
Thb F=i-orists' Exchange.
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S Can show u fine blocks of Fruit and Ornamental Tree*, Vlne«, Shrutw, Boiei ui can be ^
X found in the tr. 8. We grow } mllUon Roses and million of plants annuallr. Trade list ^
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ECHEVERIA.
3500 Eoheverla SecuDda $3 UO per 100
1501) " large green 3 00
lOHl " Roaacen 3 00 "
200 " Sanguinea 6 00
Special rates for 1000 or more.
C. H. PETERSON,
834 JelT«ri.on Ave., Uetrolt. Midi
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANCr
HOLLYHOCKS.
Field-griiwu, 6 ct9. eacli. $o.no per 100.
EUZiBETH NURSERY CO., Elizabeth, N.J.
CLEMATIS gs,sr/s:J»'pe?s.^"°°'""""
DOWNING^GOOSEBEHRIES ^SJIi.Srepla"^^'."
cm I iV strong plantB from last year, 2K in po
OiniLAA iiM per 100. Transplanted. $1,00 per lu
HERMciS P£ONY J^? ,T'=%S/'^^,
aloue, $10.00 per 100.
F. A. BALLER, Bloomington, II
WMtM WRmHO MENTION THE f
flilPELOPSIS VEITCIII.
■a iil.l; price $3.00
, 26 ctB. extra, at
PIUUIO ITALIA, $5 DO per doz. AUSTRIA
uAnWflu and ALSACE, $2.60 per doz.i line
"^^■^■" border stock.
Hardy Pinks, Including Her Majesty,
60c. per doz.; $3.6t per 100. Crimson Ram-
bler, 4 in. 83.00 per doz. Honey,
sactcles, Halleana and Golden, fine, 1 year,
5uc. per doz.; extra fine California Vio-
lets, fall runners, $1.00 per lOU.
BENJAMIN CONNELL. Florist. W«s EI T or ,
Clifton, Monroe County, N. Y.
WHEN WRrriHO MENTION THE FLORISTa' EXCHANGE
Rocky Sit. Che
■,Cal. Privet. Tree
;s and Strawberry-
MAPLE.-Sunar, Norway, Silver
PARRY'S POMONA NURSERIES, Parry, New Jersey.
We offer a fine lot of strong one year old pot grown plants, from 3 inch
pots, about 24 inches high, fl.OO per dozen; $7.00 per 100; $60.00 per 1000.
CLEMATIS PANICULATA.
A grand lot of this coming popular climber, extra strong plants, in 3 inch
pots, 75 cts. per dozen ; $6.00 per 100 ; $50.00 per 1000.
For a full line of HAKDY CLIMBERS, such as CLEMATIS,
HONEYSUCKLES, AKEBIAS, &c., &o., and a large collection of
HERBACEOUS PLANTS, in fact for anything that is seasonable. See
our Quarterly Wholesale List, April issue.
HENRY A. DREER, 714 Chestnut St., PHILA.
SURPLUS LIST
Morrisville Nursery.
DECIDUOUS TREES.
3 ft., transplanted.
100 Judas Tree, American, 5-6 ft
50 Koelieuteria paniculata, 8ft
40 Liquidamljar, 12 ft., IJ^ in. cal
500 .Maple, Sugar, 7 ft
500 " Norway, 7 ft
100 Poplar, Balsam, 10 to 12 ft
STRAWBERRY PLANTS.
Btronc, Toune. Healthy Plont., Seeurely Packed,
Downing, Sharpiess, Jessie, Haverlaud, Wil-
son, Splendid, Kentucky, Meek's Early, Middle-
Held, Van Deman, Beecber, Greenville, Dayton,
Beverly. Lady Thompson, Tennessee Prolific
Tubbs, Enhance, Shuster'8 Gem and Princeton
Chief— fiOots. per 100; S;3.00 per 1000.
Marshall, Parker Earle, Mary, Belle, Elenor—
75 cti, per 100; S3.00 per 1000.
Crescent, Beder Wood, WarHeld— 60 cts. per
100; SI 50 per 1000.
Michel's Early-50 cts. per 100; »l.'i5 per
1000; WS.SO perSOOO; SIO.OO per 10,000.
Special Prices Given on Large Orders.
No. 1 CUTHBERT RASPBERRY-75
ots. per lOu; W6.00 per 1000.
Golden Queen— «1. 00 per 100; «7.00 per
1000. For other Fruit Trees, Small Fruit
Plants. &c., send for Price List.
CHAS. BLACK, Hightstown, N. J.
300 Russian Mulberry, 8 ft JO
Nice, stocky trees, clean, straight stems,
well-branched, well-rooted and w^ ll-dug.
EVERGREENS.
100 Arbor vitsE compacta, 22 in $0 15
75 " Klobosa, 30in 25
150 " Siberian, 40 in 25
3000 Juniper, Irish, 12 in ?
40 Pine, Dwarf i— '
100 Silv "■ "
iropean, 2 ft., twice
„. »..=planted ■.••.;•,•.•■
100 Silver Fir, thrice transplanted, 3 ft..
500 Spruce, Norway, 15 in ,••.•/:••
65 •■ " Weeping, (Abies
HERBACEOUS PLANTS, &c.
Iris KiBmpfe
ixed seedlings.
Kfempferi, divided ...
!oa fliamentosa, 4 years, stro
ooining plants
3ca fliamentosa, strong, i year
FLOWERING SHRUBS.
1000 Althseas, red, white and blush, colors
separate, 3}4 ft $0
300 Altheas, 6 to 7 ft., large bushes
300 " mixed seedlings, 3 ft
200 Amorpha frulicosa, 2 ft
100 Andromeda llgustrina, aft
300 Berberis Thunbergii, 12 in
100 Calycanthus floridus, 3 ft
25 Cercis Japonica, 5 ft., large bushes..
200 Citrus trif oliata (Hardy Japan
Orange), 3J^ ft
200 Deutzia scabra, 4 ft
300 Halesia diptera and tetraptera, 3 ft..
200 •• " " 3«tt..
25 " "8 ft
500 Rosa multiflora, strong, 1 year
lOOO " Wichuraiana, strong, 1 year —
100 " Prairie Queen, strong, 3 year...
100 " Baltimore Belle, 3 year
100 Sambucus aurca, 3 ft
250 Spiraea Billardi, 314 ft
300 " Reevesi, single and double, 3 ft.
100 Viburnum plicatum, 3 ft
25 " "4 ft., large bushes.
500 TJlex Europeus (Gorse), 18 in
60 Wistaria chinen8is,3-4ft., very strong
35 Wistaria, targe, heavy bushes, 4 to 6
100 Wistaria chinensisriight plants, s'f't.
150 " magniflca, 3 ft
GLADIOLUS, Mixed.
Small bulbs, which have not yet bloomed,
will bloom this year. Per quart, 60 cts.;
buhsel. $10.00.
IF YOU IMPORT ANY
FLORIST OR NURSERf STOCK,
LOUIS VAN KOERT, General Agent,
296 Dorohest.r SISTa' exchangf
...I HAVE A ...
FINE STOCK
-OF—
Fears, Cbrdes, Feacbes,
AttkSi Ottinces,
MANY IN BEARING SIZES.
.14 to 16 feet
SAMUEL C. MOON,
Telephone No. 78. Trenton Exchange. MorriSVille, BUCRs CO., Pa.
v»HeN«miTWOMEHTiON THE FtORISTS EICHANGE^
|13,000 Elms..
•6,000 Norwa
6,000 P
Maples..
Maples
700 Cut-leaved Birch 8 to lU "
500 Golden and Scarlet Oaks.. 8 to 18 "
^600 Blood-leaved Maples 9 to 13 "
600 Lindens 10 to 12 "
700 -White Fringe 4 to 8
1,200 Purple-leaved Beech 8 to 8
16,000 California Privet 2to6 "
15.000 Evergreens, all sizes.
10,000 Roses, XX strong.
lll.OOU Shrubs and CIlmblnB Vines. XX fine.
3,000 Azaleas and Rhododendrons, X nice,
gunerlntendents of Parks and Cemeteries, and
Klorlsta wantlcK stock for their customers should
call oa me or write. Two Railroads, two Express
Co.'s and Steamboats to New Vurk flty. Address
STEPHEN CRANE, Norwicli, Conn.
Proprietor of Norwich Nurseries.
WH£HJ(l«IT!«OJItNJ10HXHJiOW»T«it«CH»N<>«
INTERNATIONAL HORTICULTURAL EXPOSITION,
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Discounts on contracts of one month or
longer. Orders from unknown parties must be
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Contents.
Carnations 466
gorbespondence 458
Experiment Stations 447
PEONIES 451
Question Box 451
ROSES 448
Seed Trade Heport 447
Trade Notes :
Savannah, Ga 447
BuBalo, Chicago 451
Cincinnati, Kansas City, Knoxville,
Tenn 452
Boston, Philadelphia, St. Paul, Utica . 454
Pittsburg, St. Louis 465
Syracuse. Utica 458
Rochester 459
Houston, Tex 460
For the Busy Man.
Both the Dutch and French bulb crops are
making satisfactory progress.
There if a surplus of lilies in some sections of
the country ; they cannot be disposed of at
Severe hailstorms have visited some of the
Western States, doing considerable damage to
greenhouse establishments.
An absence of disease on Lilium Harrlsli is
reported from Minnesota. Florists there have
Indeed reason to be thankful.
Seme of the Greek florists and flower ven-
dors have left our shores for their native
country to take part In present hostilities.
The Cook Bill, to regulate the Importation
and sale of agricultural seeds, has been re-
Introduced Into the House, and referred to
Committee on Agriculture. No alteration in
the text of the Bill has been made.
New York.
Wholeiile Uerket.
Business (or the week has been
precarious and uncertain ; stock has been
abundant and in poor condition, roses es-
pecially 80. Mildew on these is very
prevalent already, and some of them are
low grade and flabby, so much so that it
is difficult to pick out a few specials when
needed. An Increase of funeral work
created a call for cheap white roses for
several days. The demand for Beauty im-
proved toward the end of the week. Jaoq.
sold out fairly well, but at low figures.
Morgan and Cusln were in poor condition,
and the demand for them still poorer. It
is difficult to quote figures on special and
fancy stock, sales being limited and prices
irregular— $6 and $8 were fancy prices on
all the regular kinds ; Beauty, 25c. each if
very special ; Brunner, for a few, brought
25c. each If very fine.
Evidently, some growers made up their
minds that the Grant Memorial Day would
create business, so made heavier shipments
to meet it, having kept back stock for the
purpose. How foolish to do this after the
warning and disasters of previous holi-
days 1 Possibly, on Tuesday, there were
more people in the city than ever before in
one day, but they were not flower buyers.
From careful observation during a tour
from Fifty-ninth street to the Tomb, we
only noticed among those countless thou-
sands of people two bunches of violets.
Carnations are now in excess of the de-
mand, and prices are low ; red kinds and
Daybreak have been the two poorest sell-
ing colors.
The violet season is nearly over ; already
the stores are crying their customers ofiE
by telling them violets are not good now.
Prices have varied from $1 per 1000 to 40c.
per 100 on such as were sold.
Valley has been selling fairly well and
$3 per 100 has been a possible flgure. Lilies
have met with slow demand, and terribly
low prices.
The South has been a big competitor this
week; lilac is arriving in large quantities
and excellent condition ; also apple blos-
soms and stock of that kind for decorations.
The market is feeling the absence of
Greek buyers who have already gone to
the war, and the apathy of those who re-
main with us. Apparently the latter have
but little desire for business, preferring to
gather together in groups, and discuss the
situation in their native land.
BeUII Trade.
Considerable business has been
done this week by the larger stores in the
way of weddings, funerals and dinners.
Slebrecht & Son made a monster decora-
tion in the Cathedral on Thursday for the
funeral of the late Theo. Havemeyer, Esq.
The firm used a large number of their
largest palms and tree ferns. These were
faced with 3000 lilies, and a number of
white azalea plants.
Small & Sons had the decoration for the
naval ball at the Waldorf on Wednesday
night. It con,pisted entirely of apple
blossoms. These worked In among the
flags of all nations had a charming effect.
The services in connection with the 200th
anniversary of old Trinity Church begins
on May 2 and continues till May 9. The
floral decorations are to be very extensive,
Trinity's seven chapels will be decorated
also. G. M. Stumpp has the work.
The Cot Flower Exchange Annuel Meeting.
The annual general meeting of
the Cut Flower Exchange stockholders,
Thirty-fourth street, takes place to-day.
The election of officers is likely to lead
to considerable changes in the manage-
A Great Exhibition.
The American Institute has secured
Madison Square Garden, from September
15 to Novembers. The management will
hold a four weeks' display of fruits,
fiowprs, plants and vegetables, beginning
September 27 ; $5,000 will be given in addi-
tion to medals and diplomas. In the horti-
cultural section, the first week of the ex-
hibition will be devoted almost entirely to
dahlias, when it is confidently expected
50,000 blooms will be staged.
ruitori.
Fred. Frank, Buffalo, wan in town
attending the Grant Memorial Day exer-
cises, as sergeant in Buffalo's National
Guard. CARL JURQKNS and wife were also
visitors.
The address of Fred'k W. Kelsey after
May 1 will be 150 Broadway, he having re-
moved from No. 145.
Boston.
Trade Motes.
Business, on the whole, has been
excellent since Easter until within the
past few days, which have shown a de-
cided falling off in demand and prices, and
some very good flowers are now passing in
considerable quantities through the hands
of the fakir. Carnations are beginning to
show the signs of high temperature,
though not to such an extent as are roses,
while violets are practically out of season,
none but of poor quality being offered in
the market. Valley has been scarce for a
day or two, and tulips are now coming in
from out-of doors. Von Slons are very
poor, though some very good Trumpet
Majors are offered. Lilies are much more
plentiful than the growers would like to
see them, and many sales are made at a
sacriflce of profit.
Club Meeting.
The Gardeners and Florists' Club
meeting will occur at Horticultural Hall
next Tuesday evening. This will be the
last meeting before the Summer vacation,
and business of importance will probably
be presented, so a large attendance is de-
sired.
A Bbbj Grower.
Lucius Foster and his several
assistants are busy as bees at the extensive
range of houses, at No. 45 King St., Dor-
chester, making preparations for the im-
mense bedding plant business which
is looked for within the next thirty days,
and of which they are well prepared to do
their share. Mr. Foster has house after
house filled with bedding plants of all the
popular varletle8,and especially noticeable
was one bench filled with Beanty Poitevine
geraniums in 4J-inch pots. Three houses
are largely filled with Nephrolepisexaltata
bostoniensis, and contain thousands of
plants large and small, all in excellent
condition. Mr. Foster, who never does
things by halves, went Into the Boston
fern on a large scale, and has great confi-
dence In its future.
News of the Week.
TiMOTHT McCarthy, for many years
a florist located on Pine St., Auburndale,
died at his home on Friday last, and was
buried on Monday of this week. The busi-
ness will be continued by his sons.
Two light hall storms visited this section
early Wednesday morning, but, so far as
heard from, resulted in no serious damage.
F. A. Blake, of Rochdale, exhibited a
a pot plant of his new scarlet carnation,
Bon Ton, at the rooms of the Massachu-
setts Horticultural Society, last Saturday,
and received a certificate of merit. The
plant was a handsome specimen contain-
ing 26 buds and blossoms.
Wm. Nicholson's Son, William, has
been dangerously ill with blood poison-
ing, but is now Improving, and his speedy
recovery is hoped for. Tuesday was his
twenty first birthday, which he celebrated
by venturing out for the first time since
his illness. W. K. W.
Philadelphia.
Market Notes.
This has been rather a quite week
among the stores, and to make matters
worse, flowers are coming in by the whole-
sale. All the commission men are over-
stocked and cannot move anything worth
speaking of. The street men also do not
appear to be selling very much. Prices
are not firm by any means; the best Beauty
are selling at $5 per dozen; this is for the
extra long stems. For other grades, it is
get what you can. Most of the teas are
down to $5 and $6 for good stock Brides-
maid has not been quite so plentiful; some
good flowers of this variety have sold at
18.
Carnations are a perfectglut, and cannot
be given away. Some very good flowers
are being sent in now, but $1.50 per 100
material has been in demand for wedding
decorations.
Large quantities of lilac are now coming
in from Maryland and have been selling
at $1 per dozen bunches. Most of it goes
on the street, where it is sold at 10c. per
bunch.
Florists' Club.
The next meeting, on Tuesday,
May 4, will no doubt prove a good one. The
subject for discussion will be closer rela-
tions with the S. A. F., to be opened by
President Burton. The question of asso-
ciate members will also be decided at this
meeting.
Bowlers to Hare a Smoker.
The bowlers are now becoming
more active and have arranged for a
smoker in the club-room on Thursday,
May 6, which all the members of the club
are invited to attend. To create more in-
terest, also to Induce members who do not
now bowl, arrangements are being made
for some appropriate trophies to be com-
peted for in a series of games. It Is hoped
this will have a good effect and bring out
some new material.
Growers.
John Haubert, Bala, reports hav-
ing done a very satisfactory Easter busi-
ness ; he rented various stores throughout
the city for the week preceding Easter,
and had very few plants left over. He is
now busy shifting on Spring stock, in
which he does a large business.
Dennibon Bros., as usual, did a good
business at Eister. They contemplate
some large improvements to their plant the
coming Summer. They have lately had
the city water put in.
David Bearn hag had a very good
season with roses and carnations. Beauty
has done very well with him this year.
More of It will be grown next season, and
La France dropped.
Wm. C. Smith is now disposing of his
entire stock of young roses and carnations,
having rented his place to Wm. P. Craig,
who will take possession June 1.
David Rust.
St. Paul.
Market News.
Cut flowers are quite abundant,
and sales good. Prices have dropped a
little, but in the main are well upheld.
Carnations are still scarce, and in big
demand. Roses are plentiful and of good
quality. Violets are about finished, as
are tulips and other bulbous stock. A
few belated lilies are seen but are in poor
demand. One very noticeable feature this
year is the absence of diseased lilies. Re-
ports from Eastern cities indicate that a
great many diseased bulbs were planted this
season. Whether our brethren here were
more fortunate than in the East, or whether
we paid better prices and secured better
bulbs, certainly afiner lot was never forced
than were this year. We have heard but lit-
tle of rusty carnations thisseason, although
we hear complaints on every hand of poor
crops, different reasons being assigned.
From my own observations I am inclined
to believe that dark cloudy weather for
several weeks In succession will account
for the slim cut. The majority of our
growers fail to have suitable fiowering
plants Immediately after Easter. Easter
sales either clean them all out or prepara-
tions for Easter over-shadow all subse-
quent events. It seems that if our growers
would prepare for something special, to
bring into bloom each week of the year,
we would hear less of dull seasons and
poor sales after each holiday. I fear the
most of us are apt to consider Thanks-
giving. Christmas, Easter and Decoration
Day the only harvest times of the whole
year, and all our energies are spent in
preparing for these occasions.
The News.
C. D. Elfelt has closed out his
florist business, and is at present laid up
in the hospital.
E. F. Lemke was unfortunate enough to
lose a valuable horFe by drowning in one
of the small lakes near the city.
R. J. Mendenhall is building a new
range of houses at big South Minneapolis
place.
Mr. Lauritsen, junior member of Carl-
sen & Lauritsen, of the Warrendaie green-
houses, was married recently.
W. Scott is now with L. L. May & Co.
The bright weather Is bringing forward
bedding stock in a good manner, and
everything will be ready for planting as
soon as the weather will permit.
Veritas.
Utica, N. Y.
For some time past C. F. Seitzer has
grown Violet Lady Campbell in place of
Marie Louise, which variety formerly did
so well with him. Some objection was
made to the lighter shade, but that has
been overcome, as his customers now pre-
fer it. This variety is doing splendidly
with him; he has a fine young stock on
hand and has sold many through his adv.
in the Exchange.
C. F. Baker will propagate heavily his
two seedling carnations, Oneida and Red
Jacket; these will be placed on the market
next season; they are vigorous growers
and very free.
Wm. Mathews reports a most satisfac-
tory demand for orchid blooms, of which
he bad a splendid lot at the right moment.
W. M.
The Pl-orists' Exchange.
455
St. Louis.
H>rk«t It«ms.
The inactivity of the trade in con-
trast to last weeli's activity has become so
depressing in its influence that buyers are,
for the time being, in control of the mar-
ket. The conviction among wholesalers
that the demand will not in the near
future be commensurate with the supply,
creates a tendency to lend willing ears to
any buyer who will make a reasonable
offer for quantity. But offers of that sort
are rare, as there is but little doing in
retail circles.
The weather was rather erratic up to
the present time, but it has now steadied
down to regular summer weather, and the
effect of the sunshine is seen in the heavy
receipts.
Trade was fairly good Monday and
Tuesday, but from Wednesday on, stock
began to accumulate and then prices
weakened. Bridesmaid held their own
better than any other variety, but they, too,
went tobogganing. The prevailing price
for fancy selections at Easter was 10c. ; on
Thursday the same quality roses sold at
4c. Beauty, good stock, are down to $2
per dozen, and hundreds of good buds,
medium size stem found their way into
the hands of the fakir at ridiculously low
prices. Kaiserin and Bride suffered most,
for there was an almost total absence of
funeral work, and the demand for white
roses was entirely for flowers for counter
trade. Meteor came on in unsatisfactory
condition. The sudden transition from
cool, Spring weather to real Summer heat
caused many to arrive wide open. La
France is coming on in fine shape now.
Wm. Clamp, of Webster Grove, Mo., is
furnishing blooms of very fine color, size
and stem. But La Prance is not popular
here, and only the exceptional blooms at-
tract attention. Perle is in ample supply
but not as abundant as other varieties.
Testout, Siebrecht, Morgan and Whitney
attract no attention unless they are of
finest quality.
Carnations slumped with a thud— a
drop of three cents being the record of
three days decline. Good stock is now
down to Ic, and is slow sale at that.
Violets are arriving in limited quantity
and sell at 40c. per 100 per double and
California.
Lilies are a drug. There is positively
no demand for them. Roses and carna-
tions can be moved, but lilies are a fix-
ture. Their drop from 12>ic. to 3c. was
accomplished in four days, but sales can-
not be effected at that figure, and the quo-
tation is merely nominal.
Bulbous stock is not in demand, and
quantities of it remain unsold. There is
some call for Narcissus poetlcus, which is
shipped from the South, and sells at 40c.
to 50c. per 100; but 2,000 a day will supply
the whole demand.
Smilax is still scarce, and sells readily
at $15 per 100.
The Competition of the Greek.
The Greeks are still with us. Last
week they were given the " marble heart "
whenever they invaded the wholesale
houses, but things are different now. The
wholesalers seem rather pleased that they
have not become patriotic enough to go
home and help their countrymen lick the
Turks. Their number is legion, and all
are supplied with large quantities of roses
and carnations, which are sold at 20c. a
dozen. Some of our downtown retailers
put up signs offering roses at 25c. a dozen
box and delivery thrown in. Others have
prepared boxes, tagged 50c. per box,
their windows. This, of course, mei
cheap prices. The ordeal to which the
market Is being subjected can hardly fail to
establish values in conformity with the
laws of supply and demand.
Club Notes.
The regular meeting of the St.
Louis Florists' Club, will be held next
Thursday afternoon. The committee in
charge of the Chrysanthemum Show will
report to the Club its plane for the com-
ing exhibition.
Shair'i Garden.
The Board of Trustees of the Mis-
souri Botanical Garden have decided on a
100-aore addition to Shaw's Garden, Plans
and Improvements will begin during the
present Summer and will cover a period
of five years. This season will be devoted
to grading and the laying of water pipes.
Next year the planting will begin. The
year following the walks will be laid out.
The fourth year the herbaceous plants
will be put in, and in the fifth year the
work of preparation will be completed
The proposed Improvements are the begin-
ning of an entire remcdellng of Sbaw's
Garden. The instructions given to the
Olmsteds were, first, for a general plan
for improving the farm land adjoining the
garden; second, a detailed plan for the
North American synopsis, and a small de-
partment of medical botany; third, sug-
gestions for the gradual modification of
the present park to harmonize with the
rovements. Professor Trelease, who
has embodied the plans in his forthcoming
nnual report, estimates that the cost of
the improvement will be about $1,500 an
, and, when completed, will in time
give Shaw's Garden a place beside the
famous botanical gardens of the world.
Jottlnga.
Last week a lady here received
from New York a beautiful Easter greet-
ing put up by Thorley. It consisted of a
rattan basket 3 ft. long, 15 in. wide and
15 in. deep, with a cover. It was filled with
azileas, carefully graded as to size so as
to slope from the left side to the right,
which end was filled with growing violet
plants. A large bow of ribbon was tied in
the left corner of the open cover. The
blending of colors was harmonious and
entire effect so pleasing that I regret
Duld not be viewed by some of our
artist fiorists. C. G. F.
Pittsburg.
Index to Advertisers.
Craig, Kobt.
Elhott Wm I
Murdoch A B
McCarthy N F &Co. 463
Aurlioii Sales
Pentlaod Jae 149
B«gonliL>
BaldwlnAJ 460
DavlB A BS Son 469
Mellen Geo H 449
Storrs & Harrison Co 427
ZlmmerCOaB 468
ButiKl of Trade.
National Florist..,. 461
BultoHianil Kuuti*
Allen Chai H 446
Berger H
Harket Itemi.
Trade week after Easter was fairly
good, and prices kept up well until Satur-
day, when stock came in a little too heavy
for the demand ; consequently prices went
down to about what they were before
Easter. Home-grown roses are remark-
ably good at present, and carnations are
also greatly improved. Sweet peas are in
better supply ; most of our growers are
cutting these now; prices are about SI.. W
per 100, but will hardly remain long at
that figure. Bulbous stock is nearly done,
and Harrisii lilies are not any too plentiful.
If the bright warm weather continue,
lilacs will be in bloom in a week, and other
outdoor stock will follow in short order.
There is very little life in plant trade yet.
Club Nens.
The second monthly meeting of
the Florists' Club, held last wtek, was
well attended. The Committee on Essays
had appointed your correspondent to pre-
pare a paper which was read, the subject
being, by request, "A Trip South." Two
Holland bulb merchants, P, Vos, of Sas-
senheim, and H, Zijp, of Haarlem, were
present at the meeting, and made some re-
marks about novelties to be introduced the
coming season. For the next meeting the
committee has named Seperintendent Fal-
coner, of Schenley Park, as the essayist,
Nensof the Week.
O, A, Oehmleb, former Secretary
of the Florists' Club, has been quite ill
since Easter, but is now commencing to
mend, P, S, RANDOLPH has also been
under the weather for some time,
W, PiERSON, in the employ of E, C, Lud-
wig, has left for New York with the
Eighteenth Regiment, N. G, P,, of which
he is a member, to take part in the Grant
parade.
The funeral of N, PATTERSON was largely
attended by his many friends and acquaints
auces; the florists were also well repre-
sented. Many beautiful floral designs and
the choicest flowers were sent to the house.
The store of PATTERSON Bros, will be
continued, and will be in charge of W.
Flemm. who has for the last few months
been conducting it.
SuPT. Falconer has given to the public
an Easter flower show in the Park con-
servatories, the like of which has rarely, if
ever, been excelled in any city of our coun-
try. The grounds in the Park are being
much improved this Spring, and thousands
of trees and shrubbery planted. A fine
residence is also to be erected for the super-
intendent. E. C. Reineman.
Williamspori.
EVENDEN Bros, had a good Easter trade.
They had a fine lot of lilies, and sold them
all. They also had a brl.nk demand for
azaleas, cinerflrias, hydrangeas, and hya-
cinths. A small lot of rhododendrons in
full bloom were much admired, and soon
disposed of; more of these will be ttrown
next year. They find th- demand for cut
tulips, hyacinths, narcissus, valley, and
other bulbous stock decreases every year,
and the call for carnations, roses and
violets as steadily increases.
New'on. Mass.
Georce Farmer, for many years a well-
known landscape gardener, died Saturday,
April 24, aged 07 years. He leaves a son
and daughter. The interment was at the
Newton cemetery.
Co.
1 416
Davis
Elliott Wm 4 Sons. 446
Fanst HQ4 Co 446
aardlnerJ&Oo. ,,. 447
Germain Fruit Co,,, 416
HulseboBoh Bros,... 446
JoostenO H 448
LovettCo 447
UoAlllster F E Oo . 146
... 146
... 463
MoonSani'lC
Pitcher* Manda. .
Pierson F R Oo
Rolker Aup ABons.
bchmitz F W O. 44
Shepherd Mrs TB.
Van Houtte Louis..
Hill E O t Co..
Elizabeth NursCo.. i
MayJnoN <
Seawanhaka aha... '
Seidewitz E A -
Vaughan's Seed Store •
Bath R H ■
Beokert T F ■
Breitmeyer J 4 Son -
Oonnell Benj
J K, . ,
Allen WS,.,.
Bader, Jno,,
Monlneer John 0 Co 460
Ormsby EA 461
Pierce FO Co 461
Plenty's HorUcul-
Bock Wm
Dale H 466
Dumont & Co.^ 462
in Wm 463
Ellis* Pollsworth., 449
Fltzg'ld&Hammond 462
kensteln Cbaa O 463
Ford Bros 462
Ounther W H 462
Hart UichaelA 462
EC,
46'S Stearns A T Lumber
, 466 Co . <
Van Home Griffon
4Co I
Wolf A Q &Bro <
Wood Glass Co i
Second Hand '■
Baldwin A J '-
Benedict Geo H i
Cottage Gardens i
Doyle J t
462
IlIinoisOutFlowerCo 462
Easting WmF, ., , 463
Kennloott Bros Oo. 462
Lynoh W E 462
McCarthy* Co 463
MoEeUar Cbaa W... 462
MUlangF 462
N T Out Flower Co 462
Pennook Samuel S. 462
Purdy * Blauvelt. . , 162
BeldEdw 462
BogenParkFlOo,,
Rolker A* F
Sheridan W F
Xraendly * Schenok 462
Welch Bros 463
Wore C, W 463
Toung John 462
Cyclamen
HlllEG* Co 449
Lehnig i Winneteld '.49
Dahlias.
Cottage Gardens , , , , 449
Peacock WP 447
Vick* Hill Co 463
Daisy.
BeckertT F 466
HiU EG* Oo 449
Schmidt J C& Co,., 4.59
Decorative Goods,
Kvergreens, Cut
Bayersdorfer H 4 Co 464
CrowlFern Co 468
Elliott Wm H 463
Germain Fruit Co, , , 446
Nat Plant Co 463
SickaeckerOhaaH,,. 462
Schrader Gus 463
Decorative Plants
Bader. Jno 462
Baker ChasP 462
Coming E 462
Craig Robt 148
Doyle J A 460
Elizabeth Nur'y Co,. 447
Foster LH 46S
Heacook Jos 162
Heiss JB 448
La Boche 4 Stahl Co 462
Merkel48on 418
Roehrs Julius 462
Scott Jno 462
EUia
449
Fryer E 468
Grallert * Co, ... 466
Hackett John4Co.. 457
Hancock 4 Son 467
Harrison John 467
Heiss J B 448
Herr AM 457
Hopp 4 Lemke 467
Hoyle A W 167
Long Daniel B 467
MaderPaul 450
Meadow View Green-
houses 456
Mellen Geo II Co.,,. 449
Morris Flor. Oo 456
Niemeyer HA 457
Reinberg Bros 148
Renard Jos. 466
Siebert CT 456
Smith WO 464
Taylor E J 466
Walker Mi-s John.. 468
Weber H 4 Sons.. ., 466
Whltton*SonB 457
WoodBroB 450
Chrysanthemums
Beckert T P 466
CotUge Oardena 419
EiseleO 464
EiaeUJO 466
Hackett John 4 Co. 167
Heias J B 448
Hill EG 4 Co 449
Hoyle AW 467
HuehesGeo J 456
MeUenGeoH 449
Pitcher 4 Manda 446
Smith N * Son' .' '.'.'.'. 466
SmIthOE 468
Cosmos
HugtaesOeo J 466
Van Houtte Louis..
Wittbold Geo 452
Echeveria.
OttoGustav
Peterson OH
Moore Frank L
Waterstone ES
Exhibitions
International
American Jadoo Co.
459,
Peters John J Oo
McAllister F ECo. . -145
Vaughan's Seed Store 417
Ward Andrew H...
Doyle J A
Flower Pota
Ernest WH
Hews A H 4 Oo...
McCarthy N. P.*
Bolkar 4 Sons A _
Syracuse Pdttery Oo J60
WhIUdin Pottery Oo '
Fruit Plania
BaUer F A
Black Chas
Burdett P
Hargadine E (
Brockway.SmithCorp460
OarmodyJD.
Cbadbi
Coidwell-'
Oowen's N
Deilach A
Hlppard E i
Ultchlngs 4 Oo..,, <
Kay Wm H i
LooklandLumber Go
Lord 4 Bnraham Oo i
. 4InsaU,,
;0o,...
Hill
Mader.
McBride. A .
Mead Geo A.
Mellen Geo E
For Sale. To Lease.,
Hall Insarai
PloriBtHailAsB'n.,
Hlbiscua
Murphey R H 1
Vick&HiUCo 1
Hollyhocks
Elizabeth Nurey, Co
147, 463, 4
Tick & HIU Co -)
Hill, EG4C0
Insecticides a
Fungicides
LoulsTiUeTob'ooCo 463
Skabcura Dip Co,,,
Mis
ella
458
BetscherBroa,
Chinnick WJ
Conard A F,..
Cunningham Jos H. 450
DmgerFred
Ellis 4 PoUsworlb.
EmmanaGeo M.,,
Everitt 4 Ineall,,,.
FelthouBen J E . .
Fryer E
Greene* Underbill, 45U
Greene Co, Floral
464
469
Harris 0 A 4 t
Mallon A Jr
Pillsbury, IL
Scott John
SeawanhakaGrhses. 449
Wood Bros
ItlnshrooBi Spf
Gardiner John 4 Co. 447
Scott Jno
Myosotis.
Search Wm H
Nursery Stock
Trees. Friitt a
Ornamental
Elizabeth Kurs Co 447
Highlands Nursery.
Moon Sam'l O
Parry's Nurseries...
Merkel4San 4ia
Muore Prank L 448
Ouwerkerk P *62
Pierson PB Co 1*6
Reinberg Bros 448
WH *61
Scott Robt 4 Son.... 464
Smith WO 461
Storra 4 Harriaon Oo 463
Woods Bros 450
Salvia.
McBride A 169
BeauUeu H 466
Burpee WA * Co.,,, 446
'■■ :as& Boddlngton 446
ott Wm 4 Sons,. 446
Faust H G * Co .... 446
John 4 Oo. 447
Germain Frttit Co... 446
McAllister FE Co.. . 146
F BOO 446
Rolker A 4 Son 464
Schiller J L 446
Shepherd M»TB.. 446
WatererH 446
Weeber&Don 446
Ornamental.
FA 463
Cranes 463
Highlands Nursery. 453
Joosten C H 448
Moon Sam'l O 468
Ouwerkerk P 462
Storrs 4 Harrison Co 463
Van Houtte Louis... 45il
Smilax Planta.
BaUer. F. A 463
Boemer Fred 449
Herr A M 457
Shepherd Mrs T B. . 446
Smith W 0 464
Sprinkler..
King* Knight 160
SooUay J A 169
Stebbins MfgCoE.. 46U
Supplies and
Kequlslles
Bayersdorfer H 4 Co 464
Boston Letter co . . , 469
Causae AL 469
Oonley John & Son,. 469
Ellison W 163
Herrmann A 164
Easting WmP 468
Kennicott Bros Oo . . 468
EnehnOA 463
McAllister F E Co.. 446
McCarthy NF 400.. 468
McKellar O W 462
Meyer Jno 0 4 Go.... 469
Reed* Seller 469
BlosM40o 463
RolkerA4Sone 464
SohlHA 469
Sutherland Geo A... 463
Welch Bros 469
Swainanna
Heiss JB 448
Smith WO 464
Tools, etc.
Esler JG4 A 460
Florists' Shear Co, . . 469
JagerChaa JCo.. .. 460
Klng4 Knight 460
PlercePOOo 4«1
ScoUay J A 469
Stebbins E MtgCo.. 460
Vegetable Piania
Hargadine EC 469
Pullen Alei 463
Schmidt, J C&Co.. 468
yinoent B Jr * Son. 459
Verbenas
OlUon J L .... 419
Vlck&HillCo 468
Whitton 4SonB 466
WoodBroB 4oO
rPA..
463
PuUen Alei .
Storrs I
Van Koert L . , , .
Orchids.
Sander F & Co
slea
Dinger Fred,,,
Doyle J A . , ,
Herr Albert M ,
Schmidt J 0 4 Co... <
SoltauO 4 Oo I
Whitton 4 Son i
Primulas
Logan At G'bouses,, i
Hefrl aerators
Ohooolate Cooler Co. 463
Bradbury Jos.
Oonnell Bern ,,
Cook. J
Craig Robt
DaleH
Elizabeth Nurs Oa ,
Emmans, Geo M . .
Helkes, W P 461
Ileiss JB 418
Ellis* Pollsworth,. 419
Henderson, John Oo. 448
Jackson tc Perklna
Oo 448
Joosten OH 448
La Roche 4 Stahl Oo 462
Beaulieu H
Benedict Geo H 4SU
Oonnell Ben] 153
DoyloJohnA. 160
Draer Henry A 463
Elsele 0 464
Elizabeth Nurs, Co.. 447
Heiss J B 448
Mallon A J 460
Murdoch A M & J B 468
Ouwerkerk P 462
Salter WH 464
Storrs 4 Harrison Oo 453
Vick* HiUOo 463
Whitton 4 Son 467
Zimmer Chas 468
Violets
Anchorage Rose Co. 4B0
Batson S 460
Beckert T F 466
Boden JM 460
BoulonFd 460
Oonnell Ben] 463
Do WlttPM 467
Hahn RF 460
Harcourt's Son J J>. 460
Heiss J B 448
Herr AM 467
Markle Job 469
Merkel4Son 448
Niemeyer HA 467
Renard Jos 466
Russell Michael... 460
Supiot F 460
SultonEBJr 460
Walker J F 460
WaterslonoES 460
Wanta 468
456
The F=i-ORiSTS' Excht^nge.
In full bloom, 130.00 per 1(00. Dn isy and Foritel
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
O^ChUd's. Golden WeddlnR. Kda Prass, M. Hender-
son, at 1 1.00 per 100. Ca.h with order.
JOHN C. EISELE,
20th & Ontario Sts., PHILADELPHIA, PA.
4 NOVELTIES 4
CHRYSANTIIEMUiMS. lOO
[>laxiiiium, Glanc California Daisy.
2 inch »6 00
HELIOTROPE, Lemolnt's Giant,
ISTERS, New Jewel. 4 colors, 2
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
Palmer. Maud Dean. Pink Ivory, Kr-
minllda, Mlis M. M. Johnson, Helen Bloodgood.
Mrs. H. McK. Twombly, J2.C0 per 100. The
gueen, C. Cbalfant, Maj. Bonnaffon.
Incoln.Gloriosum.MutualFrii ■ " '
Vlviand-Morel, G. W. Chllds,
»1 60 per 100. by mail.
Geraniums, 21 choice doubl
I Friend. SiiverCloud,
1010 Gei
100 ITJ
100 Begoni
60 11. ■ -
50 G
Grevilira Robi
100. »5.00 and tS
llollyhockii, (h
60Uark Heliotropes.
Splendeoi
QEORGE J. HUGHES, Berlin, N.J.
I=OR
Market Plants.
In the selection of the following varie-
ties we have included those of pleasing
color and of dwarf yet sturdy growth :
EARLY. perlOo
Domiaation, white $3
Ivory, " . 3
Marion Henderson, yellow. 3
Miss M. M.Johnson, " 3
Glory of Pacific, pink 5
Pink Ivory " 3
MIDSEASON.
Mutual Friend, white . $3
Mrs. H.McK.Twombly, " . 3
Major Bonnaffon, yellow . . 3
Mrs. C.B. Freeman " ..5
Viviand=Morel, pink 3
Zulinda, " 3
Red Warrior, bronze 6
John Shrimpton, red 3
LATE.
Yanoma, white $5
Mrs. Jerome Jones, white . . 3
H. W. Rieman, yellow 4
W.H.Lincoln, " 3
Francis B. Hayes, pink 8
Chebeague, " 6
For general list of varieties see
our catalogue.
NATHAN SMITH & SON,
ADRIAN, MICH.
WHEN WRrriNQ MENTION THE FLORISTS- RCHANOC
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
See last issue i.f Floristn' ExchaoKe for some
specially valuable varieties. A lar^e slock of
"" " '2a id 2^ inch Dot plants. Send list
Bound to become
;ood points. 3 inch
iiof plants. $3 no per 100 ; »26.00 per 1000.
California, $1.00 per ICO; $7.60 per 1000
Yellow Daisy, Etoile de Lyon, frnm 2H
inch pots, 75c. per aoz.; fi 00 per liin. 'Wtalte
Daisy, Mammoth Calitorniau, iJ^ inch pots,
50o. perdoz.; $4.00 per 100.
Carnations, Alaslta. a (rrand white,
strong, K. C, $1.50 per 100; $10.00 per lOilO.
Wm. Scott, strong. K. C $1.50 per 100 ; $10.00
All tlie LcodlTiE Clir:
THEO. F. BECKERT,
NRviLLB 1slan;>, clehfield pa
9 miles below Plttsbum, Pa. •LtWFieLD, r»
HOLLYHOCKS.
Field-grown, 6 ct9. each, $5.00 per 100.
ELIZ&BETH NURSERY CO., Elizabeth, N.J.
ASTERS!!
Semple's^hiteand Pink, also Perfection,
Victoria and Comet, 50 cts. per 100 ; $6.00 per
1000. UOUBLE HARDY SEEDLING CAR-
NATIONS, 76 cts. per 100; $(i.00 per 1000. Flue
MORRIS FLORAL CO., Morris, IIL
PANSY
full bloom, large
Honeysuckles, 3 years, ever-blooming,
per IDll, $8.00.
Ensrlisli Ivy, per lOO, $1.00, i inch pots, i ft.
H.BE4ULIEU, "r,"' Wooilha¥en,L.I.,N.Y.
Pansies! Pansies!
We are the largest growers of Paosies in
America, our strain being tbe very cream.
Stocky plants, transplanted in cold frames last
Nov.. ready to bloom, 60c. per 100; $4.00 per 1000.
Mammoth Vetbenas.l^e'vi^S.''*^*''''
Whltton & Sons, """"l-tXt.
City and Green StreeU, - UTICA, N. Y.
Pansies Worth Raising . .
G. Soltau X Oo. '"I.fJuT Jarsay City, H. J.
WHEN WRrriNG MENTION THE n.ORI8TS' EXCHANGE
PANSIES
are up to date and sure to please. Fine stocky
plants from cold frames in bud and bloom. All
large flowering in great variety of colors.
E. B. JENNINGS,''°?54?' SoutJipart, Goi
0ROWER OF THE FINEST PANSIES.
In Bloom^-^^
Thejjiest Pansies in the Worlj.
ROE.VIEH'S GIANT PRIZE PANSIES, in
separate colors, or mixed ; strong transplanted
plants from cold frame, at
$2.00 per lOO, or
$I5.00 per lOOO by express.
{Sg^Cash with order.
GSB)I(ITI0|I8.
Planting.
Planting out is doubtless well undei vsaN
by this time : and any remarks pertaiiiiUK
to the same would seem quite unuetessan
inasmuch as there has been so much al
ready said and written on the subject.
There are, however, a few things in con-
nection with planting that will bear re-
peating.
One of the most essential things is the
selection of good healthy stock. Our
effort during the propagating season is
always to select the best cuttiugs from the
best and healthiest plants. When we ad-
here closely to this system, we are enabled
to work our stock uptoahigh standard, in
order to maintain which it is necessary to
be continually on our guard; and ourselec
tion of the best must be carried into plant
ing in the field as well as in taking the cut
to cultivation, giant strides have been
made in its improvement, particularly in
size of flower, form and color. Though
this be true, it mus be admitted that cul
tivation is also responsible for the greater
majority of diseases, and many of the in-
sects which make the carnation their prey.
In spite of our best efforts to constantly
improve our stock, we find it necessarj'
(and, I presume, always will, so long as the
present state of affairs exists 1 to continually
discard plants which show signs of revert
ing, or becoming diseased, thereby render-
in it impossible for them to attain the
standard necessary in order to be profit
able.
When the plants are from flats and have
become well established, or if they are from
pots, I would much prefer to plant when
the soil is moderately dry, rather than
when it is very wet and rainy If the day
be cloudy, so much the better ; it bright,
there is not a great deal of difference. The
large amount of tramping necessary while
planting, will leave the soil in much better
shape than when the work is done when
the soil is very wet.
There will be little or no setback given
the plants if they are properly removed
from the flats, and the soil is moist about
the roots.
Beware of the very rapid planter. There
is a limit to speed when it is combined
with good work. I would rather have a
man plant 2500 plants a day and plant them
riQht than have him plant 5000 in the same
time, and have them too deep, too shallow,
or too loose.
Deep planting is a very common error,
especially if the soil be mellow and the
planter not very conscientious, and is
responsible for a large percentage of the
stem rot with which we have, to deal.
This is especially true if the season be a
wet one. It the roots are well covered, it
will be quite sufBcient. They have a
natural tendency to come to the surface,
or very near it, thus proving that they
must have some air, and, possibly, light.
In planting in the field, anj^ variety
which is tainted with ru t should be planted
vailing winds, in order to lessen as much
as possible the chances of the spores being
deposited on the clean plants.
Rust has been called by some an outdoor
disease, while others claim that it makes
greater progress in the house. Both claims
are right, to a certain extent. Rust thrives
only when the surrounding conditions are
favora le to its development, and which
might be summed up in the following-
moisture, heat, and a lack of fresh air.
Thus we can easily see why some seasons
outdoors will be very conducive to rust.
If there is a continued humid atmosphere
the disease will flourish, for this condition
provides all that is necessary to germinate
the spores. When we reverse these condi-
tions, we are taking the proper course to
abate the trouble.
We cannot control the weather, neither
can we foretell what it is likely to be
throughout the season ; therefore, we are
handicapped to a large extent in our efforts
to free plants from rust when we set af-
fected ones outside.
While we cannot control the condition of
the atmosphere outdoors, we can to a large
extent control it in the greenhouse ; and I
would advise any who have the room to
spare, and who are anxious to get rid of
rust to make preparations to plant a
house, or a portion of one, with young
plants which have been propagated late in
the season, say anywhere from April 15 to
June 1. It is our intention to plant one
house in this way, concerning which I will
have more to say next week.
H. Weber.
SEMPLfe.'S ASTERS,
seedlinirs, pink, white and lavender, $2 60 per
lOUO; Achillea the Pearl $3.50 perlOO clumps.
A. &, G. ROSBACH, Pemberton, N. J.
CARNATIONS f^pt-^ii^ii, lU'.-.i
. McGowan, Portia, $1.50 per
Thou. Carlledse. Kotainoor, Rose Queen,
BriileofErlescourt, »2.00 per 100; $16.00 per 1000
il Avelian, $5.00 per 100.
JOSEPH RENARD, Unionvilla, '"ir Pa.
J QRALLERT & CO. {
IcARNATIONGROWERSl
GERAIfllTBIS — Double Grant, La
Favorite, tine plants, out of 'Z'A inch
pots, sa..^ per 100; S. A. Matt, La
Favorite, Double Grant, out of 4
in. pots, $6.00 per 100.
CARNAXIONS-Daybreali, Mc
Gowan, ■Wm. Scott, Portia, from
soil. $1.50 per lOo.
PAUL MADER, East Stroudsburg, Pa.
to delay your orders for
MINNIE COOK.
Price should be $3.00 per 100; $35.00 per 1000.
MEADOW VIEW GREENHOUSES,
PARSIPPANY, N. Y.
Carnations, Etc.
HIGH GRADE ROOTED CUTTINGS.
Write for price list.
H. WEBBR & SONS,
P. O. Ba< 67, OAKLAND, Md
CARNATIONS AND ROSES
Strong, well-rooted cuttings of Carcations, as per
ad. during montb of April. Strong. .1 in. potB. Bride,
and Bridesmaid RoseB, ready to plant, t5 00 per 100.
$*00 per 100. Alternantiieras, red and yellow)
2in. pot.t;.OOperlOO. t'oleus, no mealy bug, Ver-
schaffeltii and <.;olderi Bedder. rooted cuttings, 75c.
per 100. 2 in. pots. |2.00 per 100. Cash or eatiBfactory
GEO. M. EMMONS. Newton, N. J.
WHCW WfRITIWQ MEWnON THE n.ORIST8' EXCHANGg
ROOTED CUTTINGS.
CARNATIONS.
Per 100 Per 1000
Daybreak $1.50 I12.50
Wm. Scott 1. 00 7.50
Lizzie McGowan .... 1.00 8.00
Tidal Wave i.io 10.00
Other varieties all sold out.
EDW. J. TAYLOR,
tsbmb: Wholesale Carnation Grower.
Cash or Reference. SOUTHPOKT. CONN.
WHEN WHrriHO MENTIOW THE rLORISTS' EXCHANGE
Carnations!
(Rooted cuttings now ready.)
Mayor Pingree DIeteor, McGowan, Day-
ttreak. Scott, Portia, and other good ones.
Good Healthy Q ^\ C P C <•' Spring
Slock rCVOlLO Dsllvary.
Send for price list.
CUT ROSES and CARNATIONS always In dock.
H. DALE - - Brampton, Ont.
WHEN WHmNG MENTIONTHE FLORISTS EXCMANGf
The Florists' Exchange.
11457
BATH'S CARNATIONS
The following selection of Winter Flowering Carnations cot^tains all (he new-
est and most profitable market varieties yet introduced, they are all exceptionally
vigorous, the flowers are large, with perfect calyx, and most profuse bloomers.
DUKE OF YORK.
scarlet-crimson, clove
exceptionally vigoroi
London. $1.35 per do:
HENRY GIBBONS. ?^
full flowers, petals slightly fringed. This i
doubtedly the finest Pink Carnation in oul
valion. Certificated R. H. S., London. $1,
per doz.; 89.00 per 100.
its very large
)n long stiff st.
scarlet-crimson. Clove per°umeZ The ^faluVs PRIMROSE DAY. ?im, veffnTrodu'^e'ii''The
exceptionally vigorous. Certiflcaled K. H. S., ■ I'I""1U0U UH I . t.on yet introduced, l he
London. $1.85 per doz, ; $9.00 per 100. ^„ j, j„ j,^ „.„,^^ bloominlse" ion*; 'theTolor
is a full deep yellow. It Is of exceptional vigor
and very free bloomer. Certificated R. H. S.,
London. $2.00 per doz.; $16.00 per 100.
WILLIAM ROBINSON. g:«3i
plant very vigorous and free. This is much the
finest Scarlet Carnation yet introduced. Certi-
growth vigorous and very free, floated K. H. S., London, December 16, 1»96
$3.00 per doz. ; $15.00 per 100. $2.00 per doz. i $16.00 per 100.
The above are all strongly rooted plants from 3H in. pots. Packing free, and freight paid
to New York, Boston, or Philadelphia.
Casta w^ltta Order, or Satisfactory Reference.
My collection of pa— "tions for growing in the open field is one of the finest in Europe.
Full catalogue post free on application.
R. H. BATH,
THE FLORAL
FARMS,
WISBECH, ENG.
Carnations and Violets. ^lll!''{^*^otn^-g''7tl
per 100. 16.00 per 1000. Rrjoted Runners. Swanlev
White, $1 per 100. $S per r "
P. M. DeWITT, Torresdale, Philadelphia, Pa.
WHEN WlimNa MENTION THE nORISn- CXCHANCC
CARNATIONS
All the leading new varieties; good
clean, well rooted stock.
100 1000
Mrs. Chas. H. Duhme, delicate
pink $10 |75
Mrs. Geo M. Bradt, white,
striped scarlet 10 75
C. A. Dana, shell pink 10 75
Flora Hill, white 13 100
Mrs. McBnmey, salmon pink. . . 12 100
Mayor Pingree, yellow 10 75
Morello, scarlet 10 75
Mand Dean, blush 10 75
lily l>ean, white, striped pink. . 10 75
Harrison's White, white 10 70
CARNATIONS, ROOTED CUTTINGS
Brldesiiini
YOU RUN NO RISK.
buttings are not satisfactory, you r.-
n at ray expense. Unlimited uuanti-
lat r
Varieties. — McGowan, Alaska, Ivory,
Harrison's White,Scolt,Dayhreak,AUundiMue.
TrinmDh, Bridesmaid Delia Fox, Victor, RmmH
Wocher Portia, Fred Dorner, CartledKr. Wave,
laKO, Crimson Sport, Buttercup, Eldorado,
Keller and Armjizindy.
Pansies. Smllax. Violets.
ALBERT M.HERR, LB. 496, Lancaster, Pa.
CARNATIONS
Anna Webb, Helen Keller, Daytoreafc,
Albertini, CartledKe, Van Leenwen,
Ophelia, SI.50 per lOO; S12.00 per 1000
1 ho price quoted April 3 was a mistake. For list of other varieties see quotations April 3.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
44 varieties, including Mrs. Perriu,Wm. Sinapson, Pink Ivory, Liberty, Kieman, and the best
the standard 1
3 prices. Send 1
JOHN HAGKETT & CO.. 62il St., near Elmwood Ave., PHILADELPHIA, PA.
THE CARNATION NOVELTIES,
MAYOR PINGREE>N» MORELLO
Otlier new sorts, also noted introductions, and well-known standards.
Our Fine New Illustrated Catalogue Now Beady. FREE.
DAN'L B. LONG,
Jobbing Florist and Growers' Agent, BUFFALO N. Y.
MRS. BRAUT,
(VIR9. DUHIME, fraerant [
HARRISON'S WHITE,
C. A. DANA, shell pink....
FLORA HILL,, large whit
1 T UH 1 , wime, very iree
OAZZbE, very free scarlet
JUBILEE, largescarlet
OELl.A FO.V.lt. pink
BKIDE.vltlAlD, large pink
HIETEOR, crimson
DA YBREAK.It. pink
WM. SCOTT, clear pink
L. McUOWAN, white
HOSE QUEEN, rose pink
TIDAL WAVE, carmine
ALBERTINI, fragrant pii.i
GOLDFINCH, It. yellow
CEO. HANCOCK & SON,
a soil Rooted c
J25 00 12 50 »20 0
Grand Haven, Mich.
.NEW YELLOW CARNATION.
MAYOR PINQREE
BEST YELLOW TO DATE.
Ready Now. $1.50 per dozen; $10.00 per 100; $75.00 per 1000.
-FOR SALE BY-
JOHN BREITMEYER i SONS, THE GOTTIGE GlIIDENS,
Miami and Gratiot Aves., DETROIT, MiCH.
Harrison's
White.
458
The Pl-orists* Exchkngi
SITUATIONS WANTED.
Cash ■
■olid, without dlspla;. Wheo'lettera a
■ 110 cent, t
pOMPKTENT t
^^ nalesmao or
H. P. 2. c
s of Pill
CITUATION wa
*^ flret-class ooi
up-to-date grower of roBes, carnationB. orchids.
palms and ferus. ane 29. Scotch, 14 years' practical
care of Garrett & Rose, Florists,' 200 Westslde Ave.,'
Jersey City. N. J.
HEILPJ(VANTEp.
^V ANTED.
WANTED.
An assistant, understanding commercia'
greenhouse work. Growing roses. Address
Villa Lorraine Koseries, Madison, N. J,
WANTED fruFl'Zi
inderstand fruii
Apply to J. F. TBOW, MoantaiE
Orange Co., N. T.
^WANTED
An experienced commercial rose grower.
Apply, with references.
MILLANG & CO., 501 Sixth Ave. N. T. City.
IV ANTED.
A. K., care Florists' Exchange.
W^ANTED
I references and wages expected ti
JOHN H. RAMSAY &
^WANTED
At once, a good, reliable r
chrysanthemum grower. IMust be flrst-class
and have best of references, and one who is
capable of taking entire charge and hustling;
also, one good all-around florist who is a good
decorator, and one who has ability in making
up floral designs, also must be competent of
taking charge of small palm and fern house.
To the ngbt parties we have a good and per-
manent position. Address Carnot, in care of
Florists* Exchange.
STOCK JVVAN TED.
W^ANTED.
1600 AZALEA INDICA
out of bloom, in large or small lots,
medium size crowns preferred. Must be
in good condition. Give spot cash prices.
Beers' Floral Conservatories, Bangor, Me.
EUONYMUS RADICANS VAR.
2000 PLANTS WANTED.
Prices and particulars to
FRED. W. KELSEY,
ISO Broad-way, MEDV YORK.
GREENHOUSES and LAND.
TO I,ET.
WHEELER, Hollis
FOR SALE.
, dwelli
Three greenhouses, nearly
feet of glass, steam heat, city
house. Am to retire from b„i=.„„o= „„,. „.,,
sell at a saoriflce, stock and all. The chance of
a life-time. For particulars address.
G. PILMBURY. Nashua, N. H.
WHEN WRiriNS MENTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHANGE
GREENHOUSES and LAND.
FOR SALE CHEAP. l°SiS"^^'„?L",
dnellloK.
N. T. City,
by Bteam, Good barn and dwell
Paying business establisbed. 6H
land. Electric (
ise for selllOK. Fortui
J.. Florists' Exchange.
door. Ill health I
FLOAISTS AND GARDENERS.
FOR SALE '^ market-garden and vege-
r UK <3i\I/IV. j^^ig forcing business. Five
acres: dve hothouses, containing 7000 ft. of glass
botbed sash, dwelling, barn, delivery wagon, twc
horses, tools, stock In houses and out doors
Everything complete. Good location, large de
m^and. Price, «,000. A genuine bargain. $1,601
K"I?on%t?en.°°A"d''re28°'HARRY'*W.'°l!EE,
Alexaudrin, Ind.
FOR SALE OR RENT.
On easy terms; near Philadelphia, 4 green
houses ; a 7 room dwelling house, lot 100x200 ft
For particulars address
Mr. Thomas Cartledge, 1514 Chestnut St.,
Philadelphia, Fa.
FOR SALE.
A bargain surel A Arm with a mailing list
of 16,000 seed and plant customers would like
to sell same ; 3000 orders received tbis season.
Cannot take care of retail and catalogue trade
both, so offer same tor sale. A floe novelty, a
good puller, goes with list. Make us a cash
offer for same. Write Seed and Plant Trade,
care of Florists* £xchan|re.
FLORIST PLANT FOR SALE.
Well equipped, well located. In wealthy city
of 20,000 ; best climate in country for affections
of lungs. Inr4Uire of
BENNETT & CHAPLIN.
Colorndo Spriuffs, Colo.
BOILEH FOB SILE
Weathered No. 3, in good condi-
tion, 1800 feet cast iron, 1 inch
pipe, with all connections and
fittings, also 3 expansion tanks.
H. SCHUBERT,
Little Ferry, N. J.
WHEN wnrriNa mention the rLa^irre* cxchan«c
Syracuse, N. Y.
The funerals of several prominent people,
together with numeroas society weddings,
made the past week exceedingly busy
among the florists, entaiUng almost as
much hard work as Eister week.
A. D. Perry, president of Central New
York Horticultural Society, has returned
from his annual Southern trip.
We are getting accustomed to freak
weather in this vicinity— on Saturday and
Sunday the mercury rose to 85 degrees.
This (Tuesday) morning quite a little snow
fell, accompanied by frost. C. Barson.
Utica. N. Y.
Easter trade here was very good ; prob-
ably more plants and flowers were sold
than ever before, but prices ruled lower.
It seemed as If every other meat market
and grocery was an improvised flower
store. There was a great deal of competi-
tion and cutting of prices, but good stock
brought a fair figure. Roses and carna-
tions were in short supply.
The old Jonathan Aucock greenhouses
on Whltesboro street were sold last week
under mortEage, and will be reopened by
William Pfeiffer, who will have asso-
ciated with him, William Kaufer, who
has had an extensive experience, having
been for the last four years with C. F.
Baker, and previously with Wm. Mathews.
J.S. H.
Insertion will be given in this column
to all communications free from, animus;
but the opinions expressed do not neces
sariVy reflect our own.
Seedlings and Certificates.
Editor Floristi^ Erchanoe:
There is a well-known peculiarity of the
three-judge system which has not yet been
alluded to In the discussion upon seedlings
and certtflcates. It can best be described
by an example. In a certain competition
which was reported in the ESCHAKQE a
feiv years ago, there were two prizes and
three judges. Two of the judges gave the
second prize man the highest mark, but
the third judge marked him so low, and
the first prize man so high, that the de
cision of the other two judges was nega-
tived, and the award was actually made
by one judge. Instead of three. It a ma-
jority of the judges had made the award,
it would have been reversed.
Keeping this decision In view, a brief
analysis of Mr. Ward's case may be inter-
esting. It is an unwritten law in judging
exhibits of any kind that each judge shall
form his judgment Independently of the
others, and uninfluenced by them, and an
average of the three separate judgments
shall determine the award. (In the case
above cited, the judges did not meet at
all.) Assuming that the judges followed
the usual course in the present case, then
the 84 points given Mr. Ward's seedling
must have been an average of three difiEer-
ent judgments.
A8 it does not seem probable that the in-
dependent judgments would be exactly
alike, it follows that one, at least, of the
jutges must have given more than 84
points. It is possible that two judges
might have done so, while the third vetoed
the bill by giving a lower mark; thus, 80,
85, 87, will give an average of 84 points,
which means that the variety would lose a
certificate, although a majority of the
committee were In favor of giving it one.
It this committee consulted together and
gave a joint opinion, instead of indepen-
dent ones, they made a serious mistake.
Iq every committee of three j udges, there
win always be one dominant mind to
which the others will surely yield without
suspecting that they have done so. It is
to avoid this result that independent
judgments are always Insisted upon. Of
course, we do not know just how the com-
mittee arrived at their decision fn the
present case, but in consideration of the
great Importance of the question, I think
it would be worth their while to tell us
about it.
Mr. Seott's triumphant citation of the
eminent New England grower's 70 points
as confirming the judgment of the com-
mittee is one of the humors of the
situation. It appears that the New
England growers do not agree, as three
of them gave the same variety, 93 points
at Boston (figured on the 100 point basis)
a trifling difference of 23 points. It 70
points form a sound and reliable judg-
ment, how win the committee explain
their 84 points ? And if after two careful
examinations, 84 points is the last word of
three competent and unbiased judges,
what Is the precise value of a 70 point
judgment ? This eminent New Englander
could not have sat down on the committee
any heavier if he had attempted it with
malice aforethought.
The three judge system has been a thorn
in the side of exhibitors from time im-
memorial. So many are the objections to
it that, it I remember right, the managers
of the Columbian Fair at Chicago arbitrar-
ily substituted the one judge system,
which led to quite a discussion of the
merits of the two. Lothrop Wight.
Grand Rapids, Mich.
At the last session of the Florists' Club
it was decided to give an exhibition in
behalf of the Childrens' Home, and a com
mittee was appointed to arrange for a con-
ference of the Home Board and the Florists'
Club. J. A. Creelman read a paper on
"Bedding Plants." N. B. Stover intro-
duced a resolution debarring members
from giving free chrysanthemum shows
prior to the one that is to be given jointly,
and the resolution was passed.
FOR SALE.
1000 FARFUGIUM GRAMDE, 8 cts.
500 PHOBMIOM TBNAX, 8 cl
W^ANTED
VINCA UINOR. Send Price. Sample.
C. ANIMANN,
VEGETABLE PLANTS.
Large plants and hardened.
Cabbage, early and Summer $1 60 per 1000
Cauliflower— Snowball 2 50
J. C. SCHMIDT & CO., Bristol, Pa.
n.ORIST'S exCHANOF
Asparagus Plumosa
Lygodium Scandens
Large clumps. 3 and i years old, 25c ea.
A bargain if you need them. Terms cash wit b order
A. M. & J. B. MURDOCH, Pittsburg, Pa.
A GREAT BARGAIN
out of soil (Scott and MoGowan) $6.00 per 1000,
$15.00 the lot. Must be sold within two weeks-
Cash with order.
Mrs. JOHN WALKER, Great Neck, L. I., N.Y.
Nephrolepis Exaltata Bostoniensis
THE BOSTON DROOPING FERN.
Plants from $40 per 1000 to $3 each. GenuinS
stock. Order now and don't get left out. Large
line of Bedding; Stock.
WHITE FOR PRICES.
L . H. FOSTER . 45 King St , Dorchester, Mass.
THE FLORISTS'
FERNS! FERNS!
HARDY CUT FERNS.
We have FIRST quellty,
70 cts. per 1000, fancy or
dagger. Try ua. We are
aure to please >ou.
LAURAL ROPING,
* cts. per yard.
ROOTED CUTTINGS.
GOOD STOCK. LOW PRICES FOR CASH.
Verbenas, Itlnitimolb, per 100 b; mall,«l.(0:
(fhrrsaithemuiii., by mail, per 100. »1.60i by
express, per ILOO, flO.mi-
Double I'eluuInN
SnlTin Splendeni
dwarfOem.i
Heliotrope, Keverfew,
. »i uu I'er 100.
Wm. Scott, $1.00 per 100 by mall,
rom i inch pots, fine doubles, f 1.00
e best strains durlpg the senson, at
per 1000.
*ve. and HIM St., BROOKLYN,
RITIWa MENTION THt FLORISTS'
per 100 per 1000
GERANIUMS, choice named, $ 1 .50 $ 1 2.50
COLEUS, 30 varieties, - .60 5.00
HELIOTROPE, 3 " - - 1.00 8.00
AGERATUIVI,Dwarf,whiteandblue75 6.00
CHRYSANTHEMUMS, 20 finest
standard varieties, - - l.'^O 12.50
TERMS: Cash with order.
CHAS. E. SMITH,
Cor Jefferson and .Tackson Aves., YORK, PA
WHEN WWrriNO MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHAHOt
ENGLISH IVY
ISE^V BEGONIAS
s Darlington, rubra type, immei
jma Vulcan. Vernon type, red, $4 per :
Dnia Erfordii, good bloomer, $4 per loo
NEW JUSTICIA
,rf, 4 inch pots, in buds, $7.00 per 100.
GERANIUM
Cash with order, please.
GHiS. ZIMMER, West GollJngswood,
The F=lorists' Exchange.
459
Rochester, N. Y.
3. B. Keller's Sons report a flrst class
Easter. Good stock was plentiful and
brought very fair prices. I noticed a batch
ot the pretty pink Lychnis semp.
plenlsalma, grown in a cold house: it
came In flnely for cutting the past few
days. It is a decided acquisition and
should be grown more extensively, being
almost perfectly hardy and very free.
Fred. Schleoel's Sons speak In the
same strain— good business, good stock,
fine weather, everything lovely and a
rushing week following with wedding
orders.
Salter Bros, had both their stores taxed
to their utmost capacity by crowds of good
buyers.
No matter at what time one calls on that
genial orchidist, Geo. Savage, whosp
name is Indelibly connected with the Kim-
ball orchid houses, one is sure of a
hearty welcome and can make up his
mind the best part of a day can be well and
profltably spent among the treasures. Just
now there is not much to be seen in bloom,
^ut I question If a finer growth upon the
plants was ever seen at this season. There
will be a wealth of bloom later on; at
these times there are always hosts of ad-
mirers who are kept posted when the most
interesting periods arrive. The orchids in
bloom now are Odontoglossums, crlepum,
Amesianum and Humeanum (the latter
Is very pretty), Dendrobium Jameslanum,
snow-white with yellow throat, a lovely
flower, easy to grow, but water mu!.t be
kept off the petals; Ccslogyne crlstata
alba, Cattleya Gaskelllana alba, two indie-
pensable kinds for the florist, while rather
rare, the flrst-named is becoming more
plentiful. Cypripediums, ornatum and
Kothschildianum are handsome and verj
desirable.
Mr. Savage has a splendid collection of
amaryllis of the Princess of Wales type,
and, I understand, the largest if not tht
only stock of the beautiful yellow Calla
Elliottlana. W. M.
Hot=Bed
Sash
Tenons white-leaded. Corners se-
cured with iron dowel pins. Every
detail of construction perfect.
Made of Clear Cypress Lumber.
Quick Shipments.
.3 ft.x6ft.,3 rows 10 in. glass.
3 ft. Sin. X 6 ft., 4 " Sin. "
4 ft. X 6 ft., 5 " Sin. "
Not glazed, 1% in. thick.
Delivered Prices
Quoted on application. State size
and quantity wanted. No order
small to receive careful atten-
tion, and none too large for our
Tiicilities.
LOCKLAND LUMBER Co.,
Lockland, Ohio. ^
MARIE LOUISE VIOLET,
JOSEPH niABKLE, Rlilnebeck, N.
...THE COMPLETE...
BOOK GHTPLOOUL
We have just issued the most Select and
Complete Catalogue of Books on Horticul-
tural and Allied Subjects, ever published.
The catalogues of the various book pub-
lishers of this country as well as of Europe,
have been carefully gone through, and such
works taken therefrom as were considered
suitable for our patrons.
This catalogue contains 96 pages, and
embraces
...BOOKS ,„,
The Frorist
The Market Gardener
The Nurseryman
The Fruit Orower
The Seedsman
The Student of Botany, En=
tomology and Ornithology
The Poultry Keeper
The Farmer
The Lover of Plants and
Flowers
and the Student of Nature in general, in fact
BOOKS FOR EVERYBODY
interested in the science and practice of
rural economy.
A select clubbing list of periodicals, home
and foreign, is also furnished, througli which
a considerable saving may be effected in
their purchase.
This handy catalogue will be sent on
application, accompanied by a two-cent
stamp. Address
A. T. DE Li MARE PIG. &ND PUB. GO. Ltd.
p. O. Box 1697, New York.
CUIDC Then The l.est for florists,
OnlrO Holds. (ranJeners.eU:., Is
's Florists' Shears
'SHEAR CO., Fnmoiit, Ohio.
Boston Florist Letter Co.
N. F. McCarthy, Treas. & nanager.
./".'eSriiT BOSTON, MASS. „ „!:,v.°.%.
MEYER GRE(N SILKailNE.
Jtsl for Strligiis SW AX and ASPAEAOHS.
9 for tying purposes. Send for samples and prices.
JOHN C. MEveR: & CO.,
umniar Street, BOSTO.V, HA88., IT. g. A
JOHN CONLEY & SON,
MANUFACTDRKBS OF
TIN FOIL
•2 and 4 Domiuick Street,
NEW YORK.
Apply for quotationB to
ANDRE L. CAUSSE,
IOS-107 Hudson St., New York.
• ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦ 4
X GROW PLANTS IN \
Jadoo" Fibre. |
WATER THEM WITH X
Jadoo" Liquid. |
■WELCH BROXHERS,
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
No. 2 Beacon Street. . BOSTON.
PAPFR Toothpicks.
AND Waxed and Tis ue
TWINE Papers— all sizes.
niTINS MENTION THE FLORIST'S EXCHANGE
TELEPHONE 1782 18TH ST.
VEGETABLE PLANTS
CabbaKe, from frame $0 20 $1 60
Cauliflower, Snowball, frame.. 35 3
•' from trays 65 5
Tomato, from trays 30 2 T5
from frame 20 1
Pepper, from seed beds 25 2 00
EksT Plants, from seed beds... 25 2
Asparaif us roots, strong, 2 year 25 2
TRADK PRICE LIST FREE.
Send Stamp for Samples.
E. C. HARGADINE, Felton, Del
COI.I.A Y'S
IMPROVEIt
PUTTY BULB
For Glazing Sash, Etc.,
PATENT PLUNT SPRINKLER
For aale by your Seedsman
or sent, postpaid tor 81.00.
JOHN A. SCOLLAY,
74 4 76 Myrtle Are.,
BROOUI.YN, ■ N.Y.
STAMP FOR CATALOGUE
TINS MEtmON THE rtORIST-S tXCHANOr
VEGETABLE PLANTS
l^EXXUCE— Big Boston, Grand Ilapids, Bos-
ton Market and White Loaf, 16c. per 100;
tl 00 per lUOO.
CABBAGE-Jersey Wakefield, Ffenderson's
Succession and Early Summer, 15c. per 100;
$1.00 per 1000.
XOMAXO-Extra Early Red, Royal Red,
sinue and Paragon, 15c. per 100; $1.00 per
1000.
EGG P1.ANX8— New York Improved, 250.
per 100; $2.00 per 1000.
PEPPER— Bull Nose, Ruby King, Sweet
Mountain and Cayenne, 26c. per IdU; $2.00
per 1000.
'WHIXE PLUME CEI,EIIV, now
ready for transplanting, 15c. per 100; $1.00
per 1000; $8 50 per 10,000.
We are headquarters for all kinds of Veife-
table Plants. If yon want them In large
quantities send for price list.
Cast! with order.
R. VINCENT JR. S SON, Whits Marsh, Md.
HIBISCUS
Tuelve varieties, $3.2.5 per 100 ; $35.00
per 1000. By mail, 35c. per 100 additional.
TERMS CASU WITH ORDER.
R.H.MURPHEY,Urbana,Ohio.
PANSY
PLAINTS.
This strain Is unsurpassed for size, color and
blooming.
Large Clumps In bloom, |1 per lOO; $8 per 1000.
Good Stocky Plniits ready lobloom.by mall.
SOc. per 100; »n.bO per 1000 by express.
''^'''''^•*'-^i"?C..CHI.l,DT,fcCO..
Wholesale Pansy Grow
ers. Bristol Pa.
P sialic Crimson VerschafTelMl. and best yell
V^OieUS i.fj.oo per 1000,750. per 100. Beautifulf
^-ed. 30 varieties, tt.OO per 1000: tiOc. per 100.
n^me"' ?a?let"° l"hfox,'l2''briBht colons.
TERMS CASH.
D. K. HERB, Rider Ave., Lanca,ster, Pa.
WELL ROOTED GUTTIIIGS.
Hardy Pinka. Her Majesty
.oslpaid. *1.00 per 100 by maU; fS
Rex Begonias. Mixed In
yell rooted from sand beds, $1.:
Dladeirn
postpaid. Satisfaction guaranteed.
A. B. DAVIS & SON, Purcellville, Va.
ROOTED CUTTINGS. Good o
Verbenas, 21 varieties, 80 cts. per 100; $7.00 per 10
Fuch.ln.. 12 " 20ets.p(
llellotriipe, 7 •• 30 cts.
New Clant Alysiuin .V .U,.nettla Vine 20 cts.
Cuphea Lloveu or ClEar I'lunt 20 i ts.
Mejlenn Primroses * Acer.ituin 20 .ts!
Cleus. 12 ct,. CI,rr.„„thcn„Mn.^ ^ -lO XT d.
*1.€>yov^ic
'0-tS5.
N«w Prioa Llat with axlra dlaoounta. All our Fots, from 7 In. and upwards, have
«, which Is a great advantage, as it insures perfect drainage.
A fclIj i,ine of bulb pans.
THE WHILLDIN POTTEEY CO., 713 to 719 Wliartoii Street, PHILADELPHIA.
Kearney and Westside Ares., Jersey City, N.J.
Jackson Ave. and Pearson St.. Long Island City, N. T.
BRANCH HOUSES:
1
CALIFORNIA RED CEDAR
A. DIETSGH I GO. 619 Sheffield Avenue, CHICAGO.
MANCFACTtTREKS Or
RED CEDAR AND CYPRESS GREENHOUSE MATERIAL.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS' CXCMANGE
i
A GOOD GREENHOUSE HOSE
iplete. Keferen
Address J. O. & A. ESLER, Saddle River, N. J.
LAWN SPRINKLERS.
klers made for Florists and Nuraeryi
TSTEBBINS MFG. CO.
Agents Wanted.
Can make big money.'
FLOWER POTS
We are Man
• ring a Full Line
STANDARD FLOWER POTS and HANGING BASKETS
OF THE BEST QUALITY.
Shipping Facilities First-Class, thereby Securing Lowest Freight Kates.
Our goods are well paclied, and breakage Is nominal. Give us a trial. Send for Price List.
Address THE SYHiCUSE POTTERY CO., 403 N. SALINA ST., SYRiOUSE, N. Y.
The Strength of a Child
pushes the " Simplex" Hose Mender into place.
No tools required.
The Strength of a Horse
cannot pall It out.
i^-inch or »|-incli by mnll, lOcte.
ELECTRIC HOSE
can be bent double, twisted into any shape,
for^ampll.'' "'' '■®''°" """""^ '°^'"'''-
A GOOD I. AWN SPKIXKLEJt,
By mail, $1.00.
KING & KNIGHT, 36 E. Wendell Street, Boston
I SPRAY PUMPS I
VALVES,
FITTINGS
AND '
VENTILATING
APPARATUS.
COZDWEZZ-
WIZCOX CO.,
Newburgh, N.Y.
Mention paper.
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Imi kprored Challengei
Quaker City Machine Co.,
BIOUMOND, IND.
HOT BED SASH.
Our prices are the lowest. You throw away
money if you buy these goods without getting
3ar prices first.
THE BROGKW&Y - SMITH CORPORATION,
^ Chadborn's Automatic
0 Ventilator___«
? CHADBORN, KENNEDY & CO
J NEWBURGH, N
'}
CYPRESS
IS HUCH m|»re durasuthahPIWE.
SASH BARS
t FEET »«rATER BEAXIMG EMGIKEeRS.
Plans and SBtlmates fumlehed on application.
Lartrat BHlld*r« at OrHnheus* SIruoturcs. Six Hlgh««t Awards at Ih* World
Sena four cents postage for lllnstrated Catalo^e.
«.^rf«'5^E*'i^a*^'^Iss**Igr.^sl** HAVE YOUR COLLECTIOHS MADE
HAIL,. THROUGH THE
For partlclar. address NtTION&L FLORISTS' BOtRD OF TRADE,
JOHN <:. e»LRR, Heo'T.8addleRlver.N.J. I 271 BROADWAY, NEW YORK.
IMPROVED GLAZINOJa
J. M. CASSER'S
FIITEIIT ZmG JOINTS
For Butting Glass Without Laps,
Makes a Roof Air and Watfr Tight. Saves
Fuel. No Breakage from Frost or Medium
Sized Hail. Manufactured by
J. in. GASSER,
101 Euclid Avenue, CLEVELAND, OHIO.
Wholesale and Itetall Florist.
Write for Prices and Circulars.
WHEN WRrriNC MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANO'
IK YOV ■WTAKIX
GOOD SASH LIFT
For a Tery Little Money Get
For Deacriptive Catalogue Send
). CARMODY, Evansvllle, Ind.
t WRrriNG MENTION THE FLORIST*
GLASS
FOR GREENHOUSES, CONSERVATORIES, GRAPERIES, HOTBEDS AND
FLORISTS' USE GENERALLY. AT LOWEST RATES.
L. HKRHIS St SON.
497 W. BROADWAY, NEW YORK, 89 LIBERTY ST., NEW YORK
GLASS!
For Greenhouses, Conservatories,
Graperies, Hotbeds and all other
purposes, at Lowest Rates.
N. COWEN'S SON 392 & 394 West Broadway, New York.
Formerly 134 and 136 8a. Fifth Avence.
Oet our Figures before buying Olaaa. - • . Mstimatea freely Otven.
GLASS!
GLASS
VANHORNE
GLASS
GRIFFEN & CO.
ror aEEENHOUSES, CONSEEVATOEIES,
&RAPEEIES, HOTHOUSES AND HOTBEDS.
Agents for CHAMBERS & McKEE CO.. Jeannefte Brands American Glass.
Importers of French Glass.
t^s^'s*" 'f/Hfc WOOD GLASS CO-^XPANY
THE noaiSTS- tXCHANOt
THE VAN REYPER
PERFECT GLAZIERS' POINTS
HENRY h. DREER, 714 Chestnut St., Phila., Pa
GREEHHODSE HEPTIHB m VENTILPTIII6,
Horticultural Architecture and Building.
I jlitching^^Gi
ESTABLISHED 1644.
233 Mercer Street, NEW YORK
FIVE PATTERNS OF BOILERS.
NINETEEN SIZES,
Perfect Sash Raising Apparatus.
" Perfect Drainage Bench Tile "
PIPEl
Wrouchl Iron Pip*. Valvaa, Ooeka,
KAY, 42 Dey St., New York.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
VALVES
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SEND FOR OUR NEW CATA LOtJlIE, WHICH 8HOWS J
ITlefewWatiGGatileYeiitilatOT
As It IB put up tn the
machine sent out will np
j .A.. Q. T7v7"OXjI^ cSC BieO., IDa3^ton., OU-io. ♦
STANDARD VENTILATING MACHINE.
NONE
EQUAL IT
IN
Strength
AND
Durability
NOTHING
Flimsy
OR
Complicated
about it.
HIPPARD. YOUNGSTOWN. OHIO,
FOR GLAZING GREENHOUSES. SUPERIOR TO PUTTY IN EVERY WAY.
lud nut. Msstica Is sdbeaive and rem
niaalica and Mnstlcn Glazinc Alacblne were Biven
HIGHEST AWARD OF SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AT PITTSOURG, 1895.
Put up in gallons, $1.00. Half gallons, 60 cts. Quarter gallons, 36 cts.
Mastical Glazing Machines. $1.00 each.
F. 0. PIERCE COr, Sole Manufacturers, 1 70 Fulton St., New York.
^LROSE,A^SS.
^A'^
WHEN WniTINQ MENTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHANGE
462
J. K. ALLEN,
Wholesale Commitsion
CUT FL
S7 \r. 28th St., New Tork,
The Plorists* Exchange.
«:^^>«' I Wholesale Dealer in Cut Flowers,
rden by mail or teleKraph promptly attende
to. Telephone Call, 382 38th St.
ROSES AND VIOLETS SPECIALTIES.
W. S. ALLEN,
17 West 28th St., New York.
FITZGERALD & HAMMOND,
(Late with Theo. Roehbs),
Wholeaal* Commission Dsalers In
Cut Flowers,
115 West 30th Street,
Consignments Solicited. NEW YORK.
FORD BROS.
WHOLESALE FLORISTS,
HI West 30th Street,
NEW YORK.
Conaistments BoUoitod. Telepioiio 260 38tli St.
WM. H. CUNTHER,
Wholesale Florist
VIOLETS AND CARNATIONS A SPECIALTY.
ConsignmentB Solicited.
30 West 29th St., New York.
Telephone, 2300-38th Street.
H. A. HOFFMANN.
Wholesale Florist
54 W. aSth St., NEW YORK.
Call, 1847 18th St.
EDWARD C. HORAN,
WHOLESALE • FLORIST,
No. 34 W. 29th St., New York.
JULIUS LANG,
Wholesale Florist
53 WEST SOtli ST.
Consignments Solicited. NEW YORK.
FRANK niLLANQ,
Wholesale Commission Dealer
....in Cut Flowers....
CHAS. W. McKELLAR,
WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORIST
Largest and beet market in Chicago. Constant supply of all seasonable flowers.
Consignments of first grade goods solicited. Complete stock of Florists'
Supplies, Wire-work, etc. All orders given prompt attention.
Telephone, Main 1129. 45, 47, 49 WABASH AVENUE, CHICAGO. ILL.
ED. F. WINTERSON, Manager.
^e nre Headquarters for finest Carnation! and Roses, Violets, Valley, Roma
Adlantnm. Best selected stock reserved for shipping orders. Send us your ns
-Monthly Price List.
19-21 RANDOLPH STREET, CHICAGO.
THE NEW YORK GUT FLOWER GO.
119-121 West 23d Street,
I 12-1 14 West 24th Street,
Idephoie 733, IStli St., NEW YORK.
PURDY & BLAUVELT,
Wliolesale and Commission Dealers in
CUT FLOWERS
UAIBEHHAIS rlEN FS0HD3 A DPESIALT7,
57 WEST 30th STREET,
' « 6« Supplies. WIr* Designs.
2744 Franklin Ave., ST. LOUIS, MO.
CBAS.G.FLECKENSTEIN, I
Wholesale Flowers,
1323 Pine Street.
...ST. LOUIS, MO.
C. A. KUEHN,
WHOLESALE FLORIST,
11-22 Pine St., St Louis, Mo.
A COMPLETE LIXE OF WIBE nESIGSS.
c. yv. woRS,
Wholesale Florist,
313 N. LEFPINaWBLL AVENUE,
8X. LOUIS, MO.
PINE EOSES— SDipped carefully to all
parta of the country.
^
HEftDQUftRTERS exr
ROSES, CARNATIONS AND
ALL SEASONABLE FLOWERS.
WM F. HASTING, w""!"';?
A/so Dealer in Florists' Supplies & WireDeslgns
TOBACCO STEMS
75 Cts. per 100 lbs.
Bales weigh about 460 lbs.
TUB BEST iSD STR0\GE8T MUST BE FRESH,
HOT OLD DRIED Vt SVXTT. Tou ai (it the bnl .f
H. A- Stoothoff, 316 MadlBon Ave.. N. T
M. RICE &CO.,
Importers and Manufacturers of
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
BSPIlBllilflS PLDIiiOSOS PPS, ":3H|f:::r
■^AT, h:. ellxott.
THE JOHN
PULVERIZED
A Quick Germinator
and Crop Forcer.
FACTORY 1
Little Ferry, New Jersey.
OFFIOEl
Long Island City, New York.
HATURAL. ODORLESS
J. PETERS COMPANY
— COMPRESSED
Beats ETery Chemical
Fertilizer on Earth.
Pure Sheep Fertilizer
permanently improvee
the soil.
Matures the largest and
best crops. Quick and
lasting in its action.
CLEAN TO HANDLE.
"JADOO" ^'tH'i
LIQUID
The Flowers grown
and of a rich color
E. G. HILL & CO.,
♦ Wholesale Florists,
♦
♦♦♦♦♦♦
ICHMOND, INDIANA.
CHOCOLATE COOLER CO.,
GRAND RAPIDS. MIOH.
Msnufaotarers of
FLORIST'S REFIIIGEIUTORS.
Protected by Letters Patent.
Concentrated "JADOO" LIQUID is the cheapest Fertilizer sold. Both meat
and drink to plants. Kevives drooping plants, strengthens the weak and nourishes
the strong; above all, it increases the size, causes greater profusion of bloom, and
heightens the colors of all Flowers and Plants. Can be used on Flowers or Plants
that are grown in Earth or "JADOO" FIBRE.
SIMPLY INVALUABLE IN POT CULTURE!
The supply at the present time is limited to 50 Tons
Fibre and 1500 Gallons Liquid per month.
WEBREPWBOOKiOBDEBS FOR lY DELIVERY
Testimonials and Prices furnislied on application to
THE AMERICAN JADOO CO.,
811, 813, 815 Fairmount Ave., PHILADELPHIA, PENNA.
CUT SMILAX
12 cents per string.
THE NATIONAL PLANT CO.,
CUT SMILAX
Choice 6 foot strings at N. V. Market rates.
Annual output 50,000 strings.
ADIANTUM CUNEATUM
CUSrAVE SCHRAOER,
lower EidiniiBC and lloffmiu. Boiile
»9.00 per 100 bulls and blooms in pots.
#8.00 per 100, cut.
lore they are thoroughly opened, as they will
Cash With Order.
WM. A. BOCK,
NORTB CAMBRIDGE, MASS.
ON OR ABOUT MAY 1st
WE MOVE
Where we will Exclusively occupy
space. WJ^xieO feel;, giving us the finest
an I largest Cut Flower Sa esroom in
the West.
With increased facilities in every way
we hope to merit our customers confi-
dence and patronage to an even greater
extent than so senerously extei ded
during the past eight years for which
thanks. Very respectfully,
E. H. HUNT.
Ilce8t8 4 eenti for •aebflOO feet of floor ipao*.
Doei not Injure tb* most aensltlve plants. Ecdoraed
Nikoteeh
florlita. Uiedfor famlgatlonor ipra^los
iDdoora or out. 300 ponodi of tobacco In one plot of
ITlkotesn. BoMbr tefldmco. Circular ft««. SKABCUBA
Dtp CO . CHICAGO. a
^|i[Quick!yMDocs^lt.*
ANDREW H.WARD,
Consulting Agiicultural Chemist,
153 Milk Street, Boston, Mass.
Ferti izer formulas furnished based on re-
quired conditione. For sale at market rates;
Powdered Phosphate of Lime. Dissolved lione.
Ammonia, Potash, and Soda Salts.
Inodorous Mixed Fertiliiers, with Potash
Salts, sold at Experiment Station Valuations.
When Soda is substituted for Potash the
price per ton is 20 per cent, less than sta-
tion valuations, basing the value of the
[»f soda as fquivalen
tof
potash.
ANALYSES GUARANTEED.
For 10 cents, cash or postage stamps, I
will send package 'Ward's Inodorous Con-
centrated Soluble Plant Food.
ENOUGH FOR 100 PLANTS.
Your plants will blossom more full, and re-
main longer In flower. The fragrance is in-
creaseil. The leaves grow larger, and have a
deep, rich color.
WHCN wnmNo mintion tmc fum ar-* cxcHtNoi
464
The I=i-orists' Exchange.
om 2!^ Inch pots, 1 1 00 per II
A'l the best staadard Tarl<
lunula,— Stronc plants from 3 inc
A|^||k|/« we don't claim to be,
IVlHlliA But our Stock i.ROYAI,
and Clieap. you seel
; Coleus, Gnphiea, Daisy, Fev<>r-
few. Salvia, Flowering Begonias, etc., all
named, 214 in. pots, our selection, $2.00 per 100.
Carnations, Mrs. Fisber and others, $3.00
per 100.
Chrysanthemums, flue stock, 15 varieties,
$3 00 per 100.
1500 English Ivy, rooted cuttings, strong,
$3.00 per 100.
Spealc qiiick, send cash.
GREENE COUNTY FLOR&L NURSERY,
GENERAL JACQUEMINOT
and LA FRANCE ROSES.
A few liundred fine clean plants from 5 inch
pots, at 9 cts. while they last.
Also CLEMATIS TIBGINIANA. small-
flowered, sweet-scenled, white, 2and 3 jrs.. fine
plants from open ground, at 5c. Packing free.
W. H. SALTER, - Rochester, N. Y.
DORMtllT ROSES'Own Roots.
FIELD-QR0WN,2 t
JiO.OO per 1000:
•'loS)?¥i oVper'lOO.'^'T'iM
JMargottln, Capt. John 1
W. K. HEIKES, Mgr., Council Bloff,, lows.
WHEN WRrriNO MCrmON THC FLORIBT-S UCHANOt
LARGEST AND BEST STOCK OF
PREPARED CYCAS LEAVES
TO BE KOUKJD ANVWHERE
Metal Floral Designs, Sheaves, Doves, Baskets, Moss TVreaths, Wheat, Milkweeds,
Cape Flowers, Wire Work, and all Florists' Supplies.
Write for catalogue. Free to the trade.
A. HERRMANN, 404-412 East 34tli Street (Near Ferry), New York,
Manufacturer of METAL FLORAL DESIGNS, Importer and Dealer in FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.
Sterling American Novelty, the
WHITE GOGHET
Maman Cocliet, which is
p the best pink out-of-
door rose. It has all the good qualities
of its parent ; its color is pure white and
no doubt it will prove the best white
out-of-door rose up to date.
Price, per dozen, from 4 inch, $5.00.
I Orders Must l9 Accompamed with Cash.
J. COOK,
318 CHARLES
Baltimore, Md.
WHEN WRrriNO MEMTIOH THt FtOBIFTS EXCMAWGg
ROSES-
am Briile, $1 1
SOOO Bridesmn
SOO Ferle, U(
250 meteor, t
iOOOSMILA.X;,
WM. C. SMITH, 6ist
CARNATIONS
IN FLATS.
3000 ASTERS, Sample's wh
500 SWAINSONA, Gal. al
1500 CHRYSANTHEMUD
all named, 2 In, pots, 12 01
Cash with order.
Market Streets, Philadelphia,
.NEW ROSE...
SODV. Ofl PBEIEIIT GIIBIIIIT
strong, healthy plants, from 2J^ inch pots,
S1.5 per 100; S12.5 per 1000. Readj' now.
AMERICAN BEAUTY ROSES.
We have this year an exceptionally fine stocli o£ AMERICAN BEAUTY
ROSES, in 2]4 inch pots, ready now to shift into 3 inch. $6.00 per 100;
S50.00 per 1000.
ULRICH BRUNNER ROSES.
Extra strong, from 2% inch pots, rooted from hard wooded cuttings. Th:
stocls is gilt-edged, either for growing in the greenhouse for forcing, or for planting
in the open ground. S4.00 per 100 ; $35.00 per 1000.
NEW BEDDING ROSE MOSELLA.
This grand new Rose will be as popular as Clothilde Soupert. It is always in
bloom, and produces medium sized double flowers of a creamy white color, shading
to apricot yellow in the center. We have a splendid stocli, and have reduced our
price. Strong plants, from 2y, inch pots, S5.00 per 100; $10.00 per 1000. Strong
plants, from i and 5 inch pots, S3. 00 and $4.00 per dozen, according to size.
TWO YEAR OLD RC^^.S.
•^
.lermosa, Pink
lauts, for Spring
From 5 inch pots. Augusta Victoria, Mme".
Soupert, Clothilde Soupert, Caroline Marinesse.
sales, $20.00 per 100. ;^. -^^ ^
Souv. du President Carnot, 5 inch pots, stron- C*.^ per 100.
American Beauty, Mme. Cochet, Maman /^o^ -tout, Belle Siebrecht,
5 inch pots, strong, $25.00 per 100. «r V '
WE HAVE A SPLENDID STOCK OF WINTER FORCING ROSES.
Befure placing your order, send in your list for prices. Address
ROBERT SCOTT & SON,
19th and Catharine Sts., Phila., Pa.
Florists' Supplies... HF
COUNTRY
SGALAX LEAVES ;S„
H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.,
56 N. FOURTH STREET, PHILADELPHIA. PA.
WHEN WRrriNO MENTION THE fl.ORISTS!^EXCHAHCC ^^^^
GYCAS LEAVES AND FUNERAL SHEAVES
BASKETS AND SUPPLIES,
SEEDS T^ND SPRIWG BULBS.
At wholesale only; apply for lists. Address
AUGUST ROLKER & SONS, NEW YORK,
1 36 and 138 West 24th Street. P. 0. Station E.
NEW HYBRID TEA ROSE
Souv. du
President Carnot
ADIVIIRED BY EVERYBODY.
Of beautiful shell pink color. Notiiing like it
among forcing roses. Every one should plant it both
for in and out-of-door culture. Strong, healthy plants,
out of 2V2 inch pots, now ready.
Price, $3.00 Per Dol; $15.00 Per 100 ; $125.00 Per 1000.
so at 100 Rates.
600 at 1000 Rates.
$20.00 per 100 out of 3 inch Pots.
ERNST G. ASMUS,WestHoboken,N.J.
I MENTION THC
a straight shoot and aim to grow into a vigorous plant.
A WEEKLY MEDIUM OF INTERCHANGE FOR FLORISTS, NURSERYMEN, SEEDSMEN AND THE TRADE IN GENERAU
YOL. IX. »0. 19.
NEW YORK, MAY 8, 1897.
Odc Dollar Per Tear.
ASSORTED FERNS FOR JARDINIERES
We have ready for immediate delivery a fine assortment of the
best hardy varieties of Ferns, such as are best adapted for filling
jardinieres, and for table work. Strong Plants, 2 inch
Pots, $4.00 per lOO; $30.00 per lOOO.
ADIANTUM GUNEATUM,
We have a specially fine lot of this popular variety, ready for
immediate shipment, from 3 inch PotS, at $7.00 per lOO;
$65. OO per lOOO.
LATANIA BORBONIGA.
Fine strong plants, from 2 inch Pots, ready to Shift into
3 inch Pots, a' the exceptionally low price of $4.00 per
lOO; $25.00 per lOOO.
PITCHER & MANDA, Short Hills, N. J.
JOHN N. MAY, Receiver.
LOOK HT THESE OiSfliliS
SPEAK QUICK IF YOU WANT THEM.
We offer at these low prices in order to close out our stocks, as it is getting
late in the season. Although the prices are exceedingly low, the goods are
first-class in every respect ; low prices are not at the expense of quality. If you
can use any of these bargains, let us have your order before stocks are gone.
DOUBLE TUBEROUS BEGONIAS.
In Separate Colors— White, Pink, Scarlet and Yellow.
We offer these at only $6.00 per hundred — a little more than the price
of Single Begonias. This is an opportunity to secure the finest strain of Double
Begonias at a nominal price.
TUBEROSE PEARL.
We have a fine lot of very fine bulbs in the very best possible condition— clean,
dry, and hard, free from scald, and in perfectly sound condition in every respect —
bulbs running well up to size. We offer these at $ | .OO per hundred;
$6.00 per thousand; 5000 lots at $5.00 per thousand.
COCOS WEDDELIANA.
Fresh Seed in Perfect Shape. We offer this as long as unsold at $6.00
per thousand.
F. R. PIERSON CO..
TARRYTOWN-ON-HUDSON, NEW YORK.
HIOHOBflOESEEOSpeOLOS
Verbena Baskets.
stion„ well made, with liaudlrs,
f.2 25 pel 100. Special prices for large
lots.
Smilax String.
The best String in the market for this
purpose. 75c. per box (6 spools, 200
yards eaehl. Special price for large lots.
RON BOUQUET HOLDERS-
Tulip shape, No. 4, 20 cts. ; No. 5, 25 cts.; No. 1, 35 cts. each
Tulip shape, galvanized, No. 4, 20 cts.; No. 5, 35 cts.; No. 1, 4
Lily shape. No. 0, 20 cts.; No. 6, 30 cts. each.
Lily shape, galvanized. No. 0, 30 cts.; No. 6, 50 cts. each.
F.E.incaiLiSTEBfio.^t:rB9 0o[tiaoiitst.)i.y.
Cannas
Fine Started
Plants.
BUrbank, ""• Ki-andyellow.eaob,76c.:6tor$4.0^
I ta I i a isrand scarlet and yellow, each, 50c.; 6 for $2.50.
^ y 3'f^l* j 3 Dammans yellow, each, 20o.; 6 for $1.00.
6 Each of above Three for S7.00.
Ctaicag;o.
Alptionse Bouvler,
madam Crozy.
Exploratear Crampbel, Secretary Ste-wart,
And all the leaders in 3 inch pots, at 4c. to 10c. each.
Per 100, well assorted, our
Florence VauKb
Eldorado,
Sophie Buctaner
Per 100, $15.00 ; per 1
Rose Pres. Carnot, ^^■
Rose Yellow Rambler,
Dahlias, ^™-«'^™'-'^°^
Nasturtium Seed, »?^e «„„.«,. «„est
our eeleotion.
'J
New French Strain, " Hybrids of
" large
ng strains, free flowering, excellent
riety of colors. It will pay to plant
mds. Vi lb., 60c.; lb., »1.76 postpaid.
Forcing Bulb Prices
'Vrr VROIIHIIN'S SEEO STOBE "".sr"
HCM WniTINO HtNTION THC FLORISTS- tXCHANSC
466
The Florists* Exght^nge.
YOUR BOOK
Cannot be filled unless
you take advantage of
this offer.
Gladiolus, Hae mixed, all colors, $1 per 100;
J7.5U per lUOU.
xed, $1.50
Oladlolus, nhite and light,
per lOU; JU.Sn per 1000.
Begoulas, tiilerous ronird. separ
coiors, »3.UU ijer 100; t2.i.(0 p( r lOOO.
Uly Auratuiu, 9x11, flue bulbs, $6 per 1
$55.C0 per 1000.
Mly Album, 8i9, flue bulb?, $7.00 per 1
Insecticides.
Tobacco Dust, Tobacco Stfms, Bordeaux
Mixture, Gishurft Compound, Whale Oil Soap,
Hellebore, etc, Pricts on application.
WM. ELLIOTT & SONS
^ LL BULBS AND PLANTS
For Summer and Fall Delivery, Quoted
at Very Low Rates.
FREE ON BOARD CAR3 OR BOATS
NEW YORK CITV.
HULSEBOSCH BROS,, Englewood, N. J.
WMCW WRITIWC MENTION THE FtORISTS- EXCHAWGC
HEADQUARTERS FOR
CallasaQiFieesiafiDlliii
PAMPAS PLUMES,
Palm, California Tree and Flower Seeds.
FOR SPECIAL PRICES.
GERMAIN FRUIT GO. Los Angeles. Gal.
NOW IS THE TIME TO ORDER
FRESH SXOCK,
JUST ARRIVED.
IMIIIYUIS JOimSOII!!,
EXTRA LARGE BULBS.
Send me your list of such stock you
will need the ceming season, and I will
quote you my bottom prices for first-
class goods.
F. W. O. SCHMITZ,
JERSEY CITY, N. J.
eVERV PI.ORIST OVCHT TO
IKIStlRE HIS GL,ASS AOAINST
HAIL,.
For pftTtlonlars nddreia
JOHN G. ESLER, Sed'y, Saddle River. M.J.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
HAVE YOUR COLLECTIONS MADE
THBOUGB THE
NATIONAL FLORISTS' BOARD OF TRADE,
271 BROADWAY, NEW YORK.
A. POINTER » PROFIT
Every Florist is Looking for the
Above Pirm.
HOW TO FIND them:
Do not hustle all of your Gladiolus Bulbs
into the ground early in the season and cut
all your blooms in August. Plant at intervals
of two weeks, reserving a good proportion until
the last of May and June. Planted late they
will come into bloom in the cool of early
Autumn, producing the finest spikes at a
season when flowers are scarce and sell readily.
We can still supply a few thousand H. G.
Seedlings at
$8.00 per 1000; 2d size, $5.00 per 1000.
Beautiful light colors. Nothing better.
N. B. — If you are not in a hurry for your order, have them
come by freight when ordered in quantities of a thousand or
more.
CASH WITH ORDER.
CUSHMAN GLADIOLUS CO.
EUCLID, OHIO.
iisi OF YODi) wmiis
FOR THE . . .
COMING SEASON
Early Orders
HOW.
V Best
CANNAS-
I CLDCAS & BODDIHGTON CO,, I
g Importers, Exporters and Groirers* Af^pnts otS
I Plants, Seeds and Bulbs, |
I 501 and 503 W. 13ih St , «
Amaryllis Formoslssima, *iZ
Mllla biflora, peTiZo.
Pancratium, pJ^Ydlm.
Cooperia Drummondii, p^Alle
WILLIAM TELL, Austin, Texas.
CEEDS for Profit
pEFSwcctPcasI
fj Wholesale Catalogue on application. 5
I WEEBER & DON, ''L%^Z':':^T ?
J 114 Chambers St., New York City. ^
;XJ1L.]
; mixed $0 85
Caladlu
Dnhlla
• U. FAUST & CO., Philadelphia, Pa.
« THr ri.oBIST-8 tXCHAHQI
SUMMER FLOWERING
^BULBS.^
GHAS. H. ALLEN, Floral Park, N. Y.
J WE ARE HEADQUARTERS ON J
IbULBS FOR FORGING, :
: FLOWER SEEDS FOR FLORISTS,:
I ENGLISH MUSHROOM SPAWN. |
♦ JOHN GARDINER & CO., Seedsmen, ♦
I T Box 130G. Philadelphia, Pa. J
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n.OWISTg' EXCHANGE
We will make you bottom prices
on Freesias.Calla 5ithiopica, Little
Gem, Japan LONQIFLORUM
Esimium (best for forcing),
Romans, Dutch Bulbs, Japan
Auratums, Rubrums, Albums, etc.
Tree Fern Stems, Palm Seeds.
Send tor Price List if the mail has not brought
it to you, and do not throw in the WASTE
BASKET.
H. H. BERQER & CO., San Francisco, Cal.
J. L. SCHILLER, Rutharford, N. J.
1 MCNTIOH THE FLORIST'S EXCKANGC
Tub F=lorisxs* Exchhnge.
467
SEED TRRDE REPORT.
>olDte and information f roi
Interested Id tbis uolumn. goUolted. Address
editor 8BBD Thadk, care of Florists* Bx-
OHANOB. p. O. Box 1697. New York.
Hiiveunu, Otalo.— Frank Ford, seed-
man, died on April 6 last of heart trou-
ble. He was sixty-five years of age.
The business will be continued under
the old name by J. H. Ford and Mrs.
Mary T. Ford.
St. Paul — The legislature, which ad-
journed a few days since, provided for
the purchase of several thousand
pounds of sugar beet seed, under the
supervision of the State Treasurer. The
purchase was made in Germany and
the seed is to be sold to farmers at
cost! A recent statement in one of the
local papers fixed the price at 12^ cents
per pound. Some of the seedsmen in
the country would be glad to dispose
of their seed at the same advantageous
price. This is hardly a protection to
home industries, or to home institu-
Local reports indicate very heavy
sales in field corn. Catalogue trade
continues good.
L. L. May & Co. have completed their
government contract, with the excep-
tion of a few thousand packets, which
are as yet uncalled for. This firm re-
ports good counter sales the past ten
days. VERITAS.
European Notes.
Ad Irregular Harvest Anticipated.
rything
ith
appi
haste slowly" just
while the bulk of our spring sowings
are now made, the temperature is too
low for any rapid development of veg-
etation. It appears likely the harvest
of 1897 will be a very Irregular one, for,
while in the extreme South plants gen-
erally are in a very advanced state, and
the weather is favorable in the high-
est degree, in the West and North
everything keeps more than usually
backward. The turnip plant has lost
strength during the past ten days, and
this falling off is now very evident in
the large and coarser field varieties.
The yellow-fleshed kinds of the Aber-
deen and Amber Globe types have
suffered more than the white, and as
the demand for these is better than
usual, this season prices have advanced
to a profitable figure, and will doubt-
less go still higher. The clover-seed
trade is finishing up badly for all except
buyers. A tew speculators, who sold
during the artificial boom, have, no
doubt, made money; but the majority
of the general dealers will account
themselves lucky it they do not find
their balance on the wrong side.
Oreco-Tarkish War affects Seed Trade.
In bird seeds, canary is quite an
interesting feature just now, owing to
the outbreak of the war between Greece
and Turkey. No one can tell how long
these hostilities will continue, and as
most of the canary used in Europe
comes from that district, a rapid rise
in value may reasonably be expected.
In other seeds of this class there is no
change of any importance to record.
The war before referred to is also likely
to interfere with the supplies of chiono-
doxas, Galanthus Elwesii and other
bulbs annually collected in those coun-
tries. This is the more to be regretted,
as a rapidly growing trade was being
done in them, as the result of much
patient effort on the part of some of our
best Western firms.
Mr. Lem W. Bowen, of D. M. Ferry
& Co., Detroit, has arrived in Europe.
EUROPEAN SEEDS.
CATALOGUES RECEIVED.
List of liulbs, etc.
D. B. Long, Buffalo.— Price List of Rooted
List of Seeds, Strawberry Plants', <
D. HILL I
greens, Orna
J. Blaauw & Co., Boskoop, Holland. -Gen.
eral Wholesale Catalogue of Nursery Stock.
Wm. J. HESSER, Plattsmouth, Neb.— Whole-
sale Price List of Palms and other Decorativi
Stock.
Van Pruissen-Kersbergen, Boskoop (Rep-
resented by Louis Van Koert, Boston\— Trade
List of Dutch Plants.
W. Atlee Burpee & Co., Philadelphia.—
Catalogue of Collies, with very useful informa-
tion as to training, treatment, etc.
SIEBRECHT & Son, New Rochelle, N. Y.—
Catalogue of Palms and other
! Plants,
'ithhandse
1 Japanese iris.
ODESTIOH BOX.
OPEN TO ALL. .
Answers Solicited I
FREE TO ALL
(105) A Difficulty in Heating.— Last
winter I changed the piping In one of my
iireenhouses In order to secure Increased
radlatinfiE surface, but the results have not
been satisfactory. As now arranfted the
side coils consist of Ave 2-inch pipes, of
wliicii three are flows and two are returns,
nil run at the same height, so that the
flows run uphill and the returns downhill.
All are connected by a header at the upper
end, while at the boiler end of the coil the
pipes are united and connect with 3M inch
flows and returns. A satisfactory circula-
tion is obtained In the returns and in two
of the flows, but the water in the outer
flow pipe remains cold except for about
thirty feet at the upper end. What change
will be rfqulred to secure circulation In
this pipe f J.
—As several times stated In prevlons re-
plies In Exchange, there is always likely
to be trouble with under bench piping
when the flows run nphlll and are con-
nected so that two or more flows feed a
single coil, especially if the number of the
returns is about the same or less than that
of the flows. In the present case I infer
that such is the fact, and the water In the
outer pipe is probably kept from olrcolat-
ing, because it is less direct than the
others, or, perhaps, because it is a little
lower. The other flow pipes are probably
ample to supply the circulation for the
system, and as water will always move
freest where it finds the least resistance,
its failure to circulate can thns be account-
ed for. Had the flows been rnn down hill
there would have been no trouble, but if
this change cannot be readily made it will
only be necessary to connect the outer flow
at the boiler end with the header which
unites the returns, thus using it as a re-
turn. L. R. Taft.
Care of Coll Boiler — Professor Taft
speaks of a coll heater doing good ser-
vice if properly cared for. What would
be proper care for such a heater?— J. M.
1 do not recall making the above
statement, and of course do not remem-
ber the connection In which I used It.
In a general way, of course, the care
given to a coil boiler should be the same
as is needed by other boilers. From the
tact that they are generally made of
wrought iron, which corrodes more rap-
idly than cast iron, especially If screw
threads are exposed, increased atten-
tion should be given to keeping them
clean.
In setting the coil care should be
taken to avoid pockets in which the
soot and ashes will collect about the
pipes, and above all there should be
one or more "clean-out" doors so that
all parts can be readily reached, and
their use should not be neglected dur-
ing the firing season, in order that the
clean surface of the pipes may be ex-
posed to the heat of the fire.
When the boilers go out of commis-
sion In the spring, a very thorough
cleaning should be given, and I have
thought that It paid to give the tubes a
thorough spraying with kerosene.
The smoke pipe should also be taken
off, cleaned and put away for the sum-
mer In a dry place. This not only pro-
longs the life of the smoke pipe, but I
have thought that there was less rust
on the boiler than when the pipe was
replaced.
As Illustrating the difference that can
be made by having the heater prop-
erly constructed and cared for, I will
say that I have seen coll boilers rusted
through In two years, while others have
lasted ten years and more.
L. R. TAFT.
(irfi) stem Rot on Margnerite Car-
nations— Alabama — The difference in
climate is so great between here and
Alabama, and since nothing has been
said in regard to the care and culture
the plants have received, I could not,
with certainty, state the origin of the
disease, as It is quite possible tor it to
ari&'e from a multiplicity of causes.
Dampness usually plays an Important
part in the germination of stem rot. It
is possible that the disease may have
started in the seed boxes, or in the fiats
after the plants had been transplanted;
especially so if they have been planted
too close together, and not given an
abundance ot fresh air at all times.
Stem rot is a fungus disease, and
since many forms of fungi depend al-
most entirely upon moisture and a close
atmosphere, the Importance ot keeping
the soil reasonably dry and looking
carefully after the ventilators is at once
apparent. I presume that the plants
are now outside, and It is probable that
the disease has followed them from
thfir quarters In the greenhouse. If it
made its first appearance out doors,
niDisture has again played an impor-
tant part, greatly assisted, perhaps, by
poor drainage and deep planting.
There is as yet no cure tor a plant
once affected with this disease, the
spread of which, however, may be
checked by reversing the conditions
that caused Its appearance, and remov-
ing all affected plants and burning
If the soil is poor, make It rich. A
halt-starved plant is like a halt-starved
animal; its constitution being weak-
ened. It Is extremely susceptible to
H. WEBEB.
(107) He Wants Free Seeds.— Will you
kindly tell me to whom I must apply for
the free seeds distributed from Washing
ton ? For what purpose are they dis
trlbnted, and under what conditions f—
J. C. B.
—To obtain free seeds apply to your
Congressman. The purpose for which they
are distributed Is to give your Cougress-
man a pull among his constituents at the
expense of the people of the entire country,
regardless of the question of what is right
or wrong. The original scope and inten-
tion of the distribution of free seeds,
cuttings, etc,, was right enough, and had
it been so maintained, no fault could have
been found, but the intention of the
by the selfish actions of certain Congresi
men, who saw therein a chance to In
gratiate themselves with their constituent?
without labor or expense to themselves
The conditions under which the seeds are
sent you are that you should report the
result of your planting to the U. S. Depart
ment of Agriculture, but as not one
recipient In a thousand ever makes such a
report you need not trouble yourself on
that score. Our best advice to you is to
not lower your dignity by joining In the
scramble for a few cents worth of Govern-
ment free seeds (alias legislative pap), but
to buy such seeds as yon are in need of,
and to write your Congressman to the
eflfect that he should in future vote against
this shameful perversion of the people's
money.
Rochester, N. Y.
During the recent freeze quite a good
deal ot damage was done among gar-
den truck, and also to some perennials
that had got a good start, especially the
Crown Imperial. Roses, too, were
pinched some, but probably not to any
serious extent.
The Easter trade among florists was
exceptionally good. While there was
a plentiful supply of roses and prices
were very reasonable, this would not
have been but for the fact that the
plant trade Is greatly on the increase,
customers preferring them to cut flow-
ers. Carnations were scarce and prices
high. Within the past week the warm
weather has brought out lots of fiowers,
such as tulips, hyacinths, etc., conse-
quently prices are low, carnations sell-
ing at 25 cents and tea roses at 75 cents.
The plant trade keeps up In good shape,
especially hydrangeas Harrisii lilies
and splreas.
The nurserymen are closing up a sea-
son which has been a good average one,
and one which, during packing time,
was ideal. Shipments are still being
made, and we have, from several
sources, that collections are favorable.
Crimson Ramble rose has had a great
run. GENESEE.
1 Verechaffeltll.
.ISOOper
Beautiful fancy 1
C 0 L E U S £^'i?-?^-'-?^-™?-''. ^llH^"'!.'
nle'8. TrutTaut'B and Victoria. Phlox itrandi-
norn. 12 bright colors, HOC per 100 by mall.
Geranlunm, partly In bud, 15 varieties, 11.60 per
TERMS CASH.
D. K. HERR, Rider Ave., Lancaster, Pa.
GOOD STOCK CHEAP.
Strone 2J4 inch stuff in splendid shape.
BEGONIA REX, in good assortment $3 50
VINCA VARIEGATA 2 00
FEVERFEW, Little Gem 2 00
UMBRELLA PLANT 2 50
SWAINSONA ALBA 3 00
HELIOTROPE, Assorted 2 00
CARNATIONS, well established potted plants
in the following : McGowan. Fred Dorner,
Mrs. Harrison, Wm. Scott, Elizabeth Rev-
nr.lds, $1.50 per 100. Eldorado, $2.50 per 100.
PANSIES, strong transplanted, grown from
select seed. 75c. per 106; $6.00 per 1000.
Cash with order.
JOHN A. DOYLE, Springfield, Ohio.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FXORIST'S EXCHANGf
4 NOVELTIES 4
CHKYSANTHEMU.W8, , llMi
^nxiinuin.lllsni California D8isy,2lu.t5 00
HELIOTROPE, Lemolne's Giant, „„
Brannt.21nch 3 00
COMMON. New Dwart early bloom- ^ ^
ASTERS. New JeWel.' icororB.;! in. J 60
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
Rooted cuttinuB now ready, thoroughly well-
ronted, Beni. Qlroud. Marq. de Montmort, M.
Henderson, Mrs. W. H. Rand, Merry Monarch,
V. Pullman, Mayflower, Rloaldo W. W. Coles,
Mrs. P Palmer, Maud Dean. Pink Ivory, Er-
minllda, MUs M. M. Johnson, Helen BloodBOod,
Mrs. H. McK.TwomBly,l2.C0 per 100 by mall.
tieranluuiB, 21 choice double and single IW
varieties ■ ■ - ; 50(1
M l>Vrk Hel'io°l'r"ope8."'' ^ " <■ t' ^ W J »»
60 (iazauta Splendena, 4 S 00
100, »6.0(1 and t8 00. '
Hollyhock., (hartler's strain. 1 year
hloomlnK plants, i colors ?3 00
2 year old. from oppti (iround ...- 7 00
QEORGE J. HUOHES, Berlin, N.J.
PLANTS YcKDCINAj & bloom
Many Fine Varieties added to Our Collections.
gjs^?i??;^KJ^.on'''-^^™'''^^^-"'J*'i^?s
§;??rH°«s CARNATIONS ^S?.**
Per 100 Per 1000
I^ni-v nnllaFox »5 00 »(0 00
ROSES.
American ItonutT, S Inch pots .per 100. $10 00
Brideamald, ««•'''«•,,.„. wllfi^ill.
ivieteor, Bon Sllene, JVattevlilo,
La France, Sunset, Merinet.
Pclce;rom.24 Inch pols, 15^ per 100; »10,0O perlOOO
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
For Varieties and Prices, see April 24th Issue.
STRONG ROOTED CUTTINGS.
(lolens. Verschafreltll. Golden Redder 100 1000
and all the best varieties »1 00 IS 00
Moon Flower, true 2 00 16 00
MISCELLANEOUS PLANTS.
Ready for Immediate sates. 100
Alternanlhera, all leading varieties (3 00
AfyJau'mT'd'onbre'whlte...."'.'.. '.'.■.■.■ ;!!.■'!!!!!!!.' 3 00
gSK'XSSftfi;^" Jo!^m"poi;*''"?^::::::: " 22
Gerantuma, double and single. 4 In.pots.... S 00
•• Ivy. Hue variety, i' " ".'.'. 8 00
Heliotrope, from 3_ln...pots ............... .. 5 00
Ilrdrancea Olakaa,6 1n.bus'hy 25 OO
I'anHleaIn bud and bloom. »2.50 per 100 ; f20perl0lO
New Trade List on Application.
WOOD BROS., Fishkill, N. Y.
468
The Florists' Exchkngi
Carnation Cuttings
I well rooted, of the folio
' Goldfinc
Strong a
ieties; Jubilee, Triumph,
Bridesmaid, Dean Hole
McGowan, Mme. Albertini, Meteor, Peachblow,
Rose Queen, Silver Spray, Wm. Scott, Uncle
John.
PRIMULAS, 3M inch, $2 00 per 100.
Send for list and prices on large lots.
Logan Ave. Greenhouses, - Danville, III.
MEHTIOM THE n.OBISTS' EXCHAHCt
YOU RUN NO RISK.
Tf the Cuttings are not satisfactory, you re-
turn thein at ray expense. Unlimited quanti-
ties at reasonable prices.
Varieties. — McGowan, Alaska, Ivory,
Harrison's Wbite, Scott, Daybreak, Abundance,
Triumph, Dridesmaid DellaFox, Victor, Emma
Wocher Portia, Fred Dorner, Cartledge, Wave,
lago, Crimson Sport, Buttercup, Eldorado,
Keller and Armazindy.
Pansies.
Smilax.
Violets.
ALBERT M.HERR, LB. 496, Lancaster, Pa.
Carnations!
(Rooted cuttings now ready.)
Mayor Pingree, Meteor, McGowan, Day-
break, Scott, Portia, and other good ones.
Send for price list.
CUT ROSES and CARNATIONS always In stock.
H. DALE - - Brampton, Ont.
to delay your orders for
MINNIE COOK.
Price should be $3.00 per 100; »36.00 per lOOO.
MEADOW VIEW GREENHOUSES,
PARSIPPANY, N. Y.
Carnations, Etc.
HIGH GRADE ROOTED CUTTINGS.
Write for price list.
H. WEBER & SO]SS,
p. O. Boi 67, OAKLAND, Md.
CARNATIONS AND ROSES
3y to plant, 15 00 f
. »2.00per 100: 3 1
Strong, well-i
and Brideamaid Roses.ready
tt.OO per"lOO. Alterii
21n. pot, $!.OOperlOO. i:olel
BChatTeltlt and Golden Beddi
per 100: 2 in. pots. $2.00 per 100
reference.
CEO. M. EMMANS, Newton, N. J
, no mealy bug, Ver-
Cash or satisfactory
MORELLO
The New Scarlet.
From soil.
HOPP&LEI«KE/""fi;:."a-.M.c..
5 QRALLERT & CO. J
I CARNATION GROWERsl
COLMA, ^^■«^*T'=» '^*' '
CARNATIONS, ROOTED CUTTINGS
Bridesiiin id. ¥2.00 per lUO; Scot c and Mcliowiiii
.600 per 1000: Viaca, Tar.. 2« ," »1 6U peVlw
Vlncas var., 5 In , eitra heavy. 18.00 per lOU.
■wrmxToiM & SONS,
WHOLESALB riOEISTS, Cllv ml Oreeo 3t«., Btlci, N.
CARNATIONS
Rooted cuttings all sold except Opiiella, Tlios.
Cartledse, Rose Queen. Annie Uons-
dale, at $1.50 per luu; $12 00 per 1000. Wm.
Scott, Portia, S'v%'eetl>rler and McGoTvan
ai $1.15 per 100; $10.00 per lOOO.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS-T" quantity, from 3 inch pots, U varieties, best new and old
from $:;.50 to $t.(J« per 100. Send for price list.
HYDRANGEA OTAKSA, from 2 inch pots, $3.00 per 100. Cash with order, please.
JOHN HAGKETT i CO., 62(1 St., near Elmwood Ave., PHILADELPHIA, PA
^ NEW YELLOW CARNATION, i^
MAYOR PINQREE
BEST YELLOW TO DATE.
Ready Now. $1.50 per dozen; $10.00 per 100; $75.00 per 1000.
-FOR SALE BY-
JOHII BREITMEfER i SONS, THE GOTTIGE GIBDENS,
Miami and Gratiot Aves., DETROIT, IMICH. QUEENS, L. .
Harrison's
m White.
strong, vigorous grower, requiring
no support.
1 Florists
COME AND SEE IT.
Price: $10 00 per TOO,
$40.00 per SOO, $70.00 per 1000
Cash or satisfactory reference.
JOHN HARRISON,
739 Bergen Ave.,
NeaxBidwell
JEKSET CITY, N. J.
Take Bayonne or Greenville
Car from PennBylvaniH R.K.
Ferry eetoS' at BIdnell Ave.
BATH'S CARNATIONS
Tlie following selection of Winter Flowering Carnations contains all the new-
est and most proStable market varieties yet introduced, they are all exceptionally
vigorous, the flowers are large, with perfect calyx, and most profuse bloomers.
CANARY BIRO. ^^I
w,wilhabrigBt
-, the flower is
1 formed. $1.50
,. full, on long stiff stems,
scarlet-crimson, clove perfumed. The plant is
exceptionally vigorous Certiticated U. H. S.,
London. $1.25 per doz. ; $9.00 per 100.
LEONIOAS.
MLLE.THERESE FRANCO.
douotediy
vation. Certiflcated R. H.
per doz.; $9.00 per 100.
S., LoLdon. $1.25
B the largest of
blooming s(
It is of exceptional vigor
is a full deep y
and very free bloomer. Certificated R. I
London. $2.00 per doz.; $15.00 per 100.
WILLIAM ROBINSON, l:^^^^
plant very vigorous e
finest Scarlet Carnati<
floated R. H. S.. Lo
tree. Tbisis mi
yet introduced,
in, December 1
Satisfactory Reference.
11 the open field is one of the finest i
jt free on application.
GflBHHTIDIIIi.
A Use for old Carnation Plants.
It is a common practice with many
small florists, just after Easter, to
throw out their carnation plant
make room for bedding stock,
through the summer, have to depend
tor flowers on the young stock. This is
not only wrong but very injur
the young plant, taking away a great
deal of strength that should help to C
velop it into a strong, healthy subje
In pla - •
The above are all strongly rooted plants from i\i in. pots. Packing free, and freight paid ,
Jew York, Boston, or Philadelphia.
Casb 'wltb Order, or
My collection oto<^ — ''ions for growing i
Full catalogue po
heavy, late
the plants can be heeled in in a
cold frame until danger is past, or they
can he planted out and covered with
some pine boughs. The methofi I have
followed in planting is to fill the hole
nearly full of water, and they will take
hold at once. Those who follow this
plan will be surpi'ised at the number of
good flowers they will cut during the
summer and fall and the remarkably
strong grass obtained to propagate
from, which, to my mind, is a matter
of vital importance. H. TOUBLL.
We have, on many different occa-
sions, transplanted carnation plants
from the house to the field after Easter,
to make room for something else, in the
manner described by Mr. Touell. Our
method of planting, however, differs
slightly from his, which is not of suffi-
cient importance to cause any material
difference in the result. We have not
in the last tew years given this a
thought, as our efforts invariably
brought failure instead of any material
success.
After a carnation plant has been sub-
jected to greenhouse culture for six
months or more, has become thorough-
ly established, and adapted to its sur-
roundings, and has been compelled to
bloom throughout the winter and
spring, it is in no condition to be dis-
turbed and moved to quarters quite dif-
ferent from those which it left. Carna-
tion plants which have been so treated
cannot recuperate sufficiently to war-
rant the time and labor in making such
a transfer; the results cannot be. worth
the trouble. It is expecting too much of
the carnation for it to re-establish it-
self in new quarters after it has be-
come old, and its usefulness is nearly
I will not deny that a c
of success can be obtained in this way,
but it is as nothing in comparison to
what can be realized by making early
cuttings of early-blooming sorts, and
planting them out in good, rich soil as
soon as the weather will permit. I
think Mr. Youell will find this method
of more value in producing blooms dur-
ing the summer when the room cannot
be spared in the house, than shifting
the old plants to the field.
But of what value the old plants can
be for propagating is hard to under-
stand, since plants propagated at that
time can be of no real value, unless
they be new or scarce. Plants propa-
gated during November or December
will be quite early enough tor blooming
outside, and certainly much too early
for most varieties for winter blooming.
I am not aware that Mr. Youell has
e\'er tried heeling the old plants in a
cold frame, and protecting same until
danger of injurious frosts are over, or
has planted directly in the field and
been at the necessity of sheltering them
with pine boughs. I rather fear that
A\'here such steps are necessary to pro-
tect the plants, the chances of failure
\\'ould be largely increased, through the
double handling to which the plants
would be subjected when put in the
frame, and the extraordinary change
they would experience when planted
out very early. If the plants have been
grown cool all winter and have not
liloomed much, good results can be ob-
tained. H. WEBER.
R. H. BATH, "^"^«r WISBECH, ENG.
.kmARffAiioflsr'
: FLORISTS- EXCHANGE
The F^l-orisxs* Exchange.
469
Galax Leaves.
CHAS. H. RICKSECKER, Linville, N. C.
CLEMATIS.
uamed varieties 60c. each ; gl.
Oil 1 1 IV Stronp plants from laat year, 2>
ORIILAA 92.50 per 100. Tranaplanied. $1.0
P. OUWERKERK,
1 1 23 Summit Avt., J«rs«y City, N. J.
Just received from our Holland
Nurserits :
RHODODENDRONS, AZALEAS,
SPIRJEA JAPONICA, LILIUM SPECIOSUM,
P/EONIES, BLEEDING HEART,
POT GROWN LILACS, HYDRANGEA IN SORTS.
CLEMATIS and H. P. ROSES, m the be.t sorts
DEimRE COLLEGE AGRIGULTURtL
EXPERIMENT STATION.
O. HAROLD POWELL.
, PUL
Entomologist.
Mllfor'd, Defi
etteand'sai
Dec. :
, 1896.
Dear Sir:— T0i8 t
)T peach yellowB, peac
□d have been unable to nna any oi me aoove a\w
es r a y you„ very truly.
Q. UAROI.D POWELL,
ND ENTOMOLOaiBT,
al Experiment Statio
HORTICniTC
PEACH: PLUM TREES
FOR SPRING DELIVERY, 1897.
ASPARAGUS ROOTS.
3 and 3 Years, i^tronK.
ALEXANDER PULLEN,
llflUord Naraerl«a. HILFOBD, DEL.
i MCNTION THE FLORISTS* CXCHANGF
HLPPET
PRICES ON APPLICATION.
AmpelopsisYeitcMiB
2 ft., 5ct8.; 3 ft.. 7Hcts.
CANNAS.
Queen Charlotte, Alphonse Buuvier, Mme.
Crozy, Clias. Henderson, out of 4 inch
pots, $6 per 100
" Austria" and " Italia," ^foo^VerVozen."'
EMPRESS OF CHINA ROSES,
LATANIA BORBONICA,
3 In. pots, $3.50 per 100.
If there is aDytbing on which you like prices
THE ELIZABETH NURSERY CO.,
HI^IZABETH, N. J.
GOOD STOCK.
Pandanns Utilis, 2^-lnoh pots, extra Btronff..
Areca LutescenB* 3!^-lDch pots, Btroog. 3 plan
LOW PRIOES.
5 leaves. 20 inches high
Cocoa Weddeliana, S-Inc
Geraului, t, 2>4-lnch pots.
JOHN SCOXX, Keap Street Greenhouses, BROOKLYN,
NEPHROLEPIS EXALTATA BOSTONIENSIS.
THE BOSTON DROOPING FERN.
All sold out of sraall size plants for the pre.sent. Orders still honked for June to August
ileiivery. NOW READY-Splendid plants at $60. $80 t ""
50 at 1(10, 260 at 1000 rate, from bench. Elegant plants i
Ui $3 each. Eioellent Stock of Bedding Plants.
L. H. FOSTER, 45 King Street, DORCHESTER, MASS.
HARDY RHODODENDRONS!
About 400 fine, busliy plants, best varieties from Waterer, at a bargain.
PITCHER"& MANDA, ^^p^'^c.'lv.r^ Short Hills, N.J.
JOHN N. MAY,
RECEIVER.
WHEN WRITINa MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANQE
P
sTt O R R s' & * H A*R ^rs ON * CO.? *PainVsvllle * Ohio.* *|
^ Wholesale Narterymen and Flotisttp ^
X Can show M fine blocks of Fruit and Ornamental Tree*, Ylnee* Shrubi, Roim aa oan be 2
X found In the U. S. We grow } million Roses and million of plants annually. Trade list Z
X free. Correepondence solicited. Mention paper. X
VEGETABLE PLANTS.
Large plants and hardened.
Cabbage, early and Summer $1 .W per 1000
Cauliflower— Snowball 2 BO
J. C. SCHMIDT & CO., Bristol, Pa.
ASSIGNEE'S SALE OF
HAmAmiCANFLANIS and FLOWERS,
TREES and SHRUBS.
Finest Collectl.m In America. lO.OCO native Aza-
ASSIGNEE, HIGHLANDS NURSERY,
Kawana, N. C.
VEGETABLE PLANTS
and hardened, of standard varieties.
100
Sweet Potato Plants $0 16
Cabbage, t rem frame 15
Cauliflower, Snowball, frame.. 3.5
Broccoli, WhiteCape 2.5
Lettuce 15
Xomato, from trays 30
from frame 20
Pepper, from seed beds 25
EKK Plants, from seed beds... 25
AsparaKUS roots, strong, 2 year 25
Strawberry plants 25
TBADK PRICE LIST FREE.
Send Stamp for Samples.
E. C. HARGADINE, Felton,
VEGETABLE PLANTS
CEXXl'CE— Big Boston, Grand Rapids, Ros-
ton Market and White Loaf, I6c. per 100;
$1 00 per 1000.
CABBAGE-Jersey Wakefield, Henderson's
Succession and Early Summer, 15c. per 100;
$1.00 per 1000.
XOMAXO-E,vtra Early Red, Royal Red,
Stone and Paragon, 15c. per 100; $1.00 per
lOOO.
EGG PtANXS-New York Improved, 25c.
per 100; $2.00 per 1000.
PEPPER— Bull Nose, Ruby King, Sweet
Mountain and Cayenne, 25c. per 100; $2.00
per 1000.
WHIXE PLUME CELERV,
ready for transplanting, 15c. per 100; $1.00
per 1000; $8 50 per 10,000.
We are headquarters for all kinds of Vege-
table Plants. If you want them in large
quantities send for price list.
Casb wltb order.
R. VINCENT JR. i SON, White Marsh, Md.
ORCHIDS FOR GUTTING.
The Lirgest and Finest Stock In tlie World.
St. Albans, England.
Bruges, Belgium.
DECORATIVE PLANTS
At OpeatlT S«4no94 Pricss.
large and in flne con-
FERNS -^^
Ptcris Tremula, Pteris Cretlca alba,
" Serrulata, " Adiantoides,
•' Densa. Nephrolcpis Tuberosa,
" " Magnifica, Ortychium Japonica.
$3.60 Per 100. CASH WITH ORDER.
CHAS. F. BAKER, DUca, N. Y.
FERNS! FERNS!
HARDY GUT FERNS.
¥
ave FIRST quality,
per lOOO, fancy or
dagger. Try us. Wc are
sure to please you.
LAURAL ROPING,
4 ct8. per yard.
iptlyatteoded lo
CROWL FERN CO., Millington, Mass.
Telegraph OIHoi;, New Salem, Mass.
SIEBRECHT & SON,
The Lareo.t and Finest Collecllon o1
URAC^NAS, FICUS and FERNS,
ARAUCARIAS, etc., in all sizes.
Prices to suit all. One visit and you
will always come here
STOCK HOME-OROWN.
Hew York Office, 409 fifth Auenue.
WHEN wnrriNG ivermoN tmit n4>R sr-s exchangi
HUDQUlRnRS FOR
AZALEA INDICA.
"^Mn'ch^dfameter, JilS.OO to t35 CO [
KENTIA BEI..1IOREANA.
Wltli ■
With 1, 5 B
high, WO 00 to tUiM per 100.
LATANIA BORBONICA.
From IHi to 2« ft. high, $25.00 to 100.00 per 100,
COCOS WEDDELIANA.
From 1 ft. upwards, $25,000 and upwards per 1(
ARECA LUTESCENS.
From l!.^, 2 ft. and more t3j to f 100.00 per 100.
ABACCARIA EXCELSA.
10, 12, up to 16 inch high, $50.00 to $160.C0 per 1(
SWEET BAYS.
Pyramids and Standards, fine shaped trees, fi
ASPIDISTRA LURIDA.
Green leaved. 132.00 per 1000 leaves.
Variegated. J75.C0 per 1000 leaves.
BEGONIA, Single-Separate Colors.
1 in. and IM In. diameter. M and »1C per 1
Double— in Separate cnlors.
I in. and l!i in. dlameter.»22 and $10 per:
GLOXINIA ERECTA (Hybrids).
H to 1 inch, $10.00, 1 Inch and more, 118.00 per :
CAMELLIAS, RHOOODENDROI
ROYAL NURSERIES
LOUIS m HOUTIE PERE
Ghent, Belgium.
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Y Headquarters for J
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The LARGEST STOCK in the West.
FOR SAI.E.
Address P. O. Box 6G5. AL,BAP(V, I>J.Y.
Having disposed of several of my Green-
houses and the remainder being over crowded,
I have decided to offer for sale the excess, con-
sisting of the greater portion and the choicest
specimens of my collection for the past 20
years, either singly or in quantities. They are
all well established, in flne condition, and many
cannot be obtained in any other collection in
America. A printed list sent on application.
Sales made at reasonable prices.
E. CORPflNG.
FINE STOCK of PALMS
Each Doz.
ARECA LUTES ENS, t in. pots. $0 25 $3 75
5 " 50
LATANIA BORBONICA, 4 in. pots 20 2 00
6 •■ 50 500
6 " 75
'* " strong, 6 in. pots,
7 toSlenves 1 00
KENTIA FORSTERIANA, 4 in. pots.... 80 8 00
5 •• .... 65
BELM0REANA.4 " .... 40 4 00
5 •• .... 76
FICUS ELASTICA, good stock, from Kc. to $1 oa.
FERNS, well grown, assorted stock, 2^4 in. pots,
$3.50 per 100. Bedding plants of all vnriPties
for spring trade. Immense lot of Bulbous
Stock, Plants and Cut Flowers at moderate
prices to the trade.
Cash or satisfactory reference.
JOHN BADER, Allegheny City, Pa.
470
Xhe FL-ORISTS' Exchmnge.
Indoor Culture in Summer.
As I stated last week, it is our inten-
tion to plant one house of carnations
with late struck cuttings, to be grown
after the same manner as we grow
roses and chrysanthemums. Consider-
able difference of opinion seems to ex-
ist as to the practicability of growing
carnations in this way. I am aware
that the majority of tests which have
been made were reported as failures
A\'hen compared with field-grown stock.
A few instances have been reported
that were quite successful.
There was a time when it was
thought quite impossible to grow chry-
santhemums in this manner, on account
i>t the known partiality of the plants
for a cool temperature; but tests have
long since demonstrated the ability of
the chrysanthemum to adapt itself to
the heat of summer, and be quite as
much at home in it as is the rose. Here
we have an illustration of a plant flour-
ishing in the heat of summer under
glass, and setting at naught the opinion
of expert judges, who had decreed it as
impracticable to grow chrysanthemums
in this wise, but who now, if they would
have fine blooms, follow this method.
The chrysanthemum has proved that
it can stand the heat very nicely. It
has also proved that it must have, in
order to attain the best results, an
abundance of fresh air. This is what
enables it to dispense with the cooler
temperature.
It has also shown us that an extra
soil is necessary, and in addition to
this, as soon as the plants are well es-
tablished, constant feeding is also a
necessity. This is easily explained from
the fact that they have no subsoil to
draw upon, and must, therefore, depend
almost entirely upon nourishment given
in the shape of top-dressings or mulch-
es, and liquid manures.
To obtain the best results, the soil
must always be fertile. "We cannot ex-
pect a plant to draw from the soil all,
or nearly all, of the nourishment it con-
tains, and do its best: on the contrary,
there must be enough always present
in the soil, if we would have the best
Now, in spite of the many failures
which have attended the efforts of most
growers who have tried this system of
growing carnations, I am still of the
opinion that it is quite possible to ob-
tain good results from indoor culture.
I Avill not say rhat I believe that such
culture will ever do awav with out-
door cultivation; I rather believe that
it will not; still, I would regard it as a
possibility, although at the present it
seems rather a remote one.
I have already said that the carna-'
tion will adapt itself to the heat quite
as well as the rose; but what is of a
great deal more importance is air, lignt
and nourishment. If these are given it
freely and with good judgment solar
heat will be much easier to deal with
than many suppose. But when we
come to artificial heat the two will de-
mand their respective temperatures,
since they no longer have light and air
in sufficient abundance to offset the
heat.
The summer treatment of the carna-
tion indoors differs somewhat from that
given the rose, in the amount of light
the carnation can endure, and the com-
I'aratively small amount of water it
requires on the foliage, as compared
with the rose. Thus these two items
demand our especial consideration. We
must shade judiciously and spray light-
ly and sparingly. This, of course, ap-
plies to carnations which have been
grown all winter in the house.
Shading young plants has always
produced other than good results with
us. Just why a young carnation plant
demands more light when we have it
under glass than do old-established
plants, I am not prepared to say defi-
nitely, but would attribute- it to its
youth and natural vigor. Therefore,
shading need not be considered when
we attempt to grow them indoors dur-
ing the summer.
If we confine our attention to the soil,
feeding after the plants become estab-
lished, watering and giving ventilation,
we will be laying the foundation for at
least partial success, and we may pos-
sibly accomplish what now seems
rather improbable — the growing of car-
nations successfully without resorting
to field culture, and thus save a great
dea; of labor. But as I said in the be-
ginning, I rather fear the impractica-
bility of this system for all purposes.
As I mentioned last week in my notes,
I am quite sure that indoor culture will
prove a barrier to rust; and in planting
the house referred to in this article we
will give those varieties which are
tainted with rust the preference, not to
the exclusion of all other sorts, how-
ever, as it is our intention to notice the
effect on as many varieties as possible.
The comparative ease with which we
can control the atmosphere indoors of-
fers a strong inducement to lesort to
indoor culture to finally conquer rust.
"We have already freed a number of
varieties from this disease by following
the directions already laid down in
these columns. "We were, however,
hampered not a little sometimes when
we happened to have a season outdoors
which was very favorable to the
growth of rust, thus undoing to a large
extent what we had accomplished by
careful selection of cuttings, and car-
ing for same prior to their being plant-
ed in the field. "With indoor culture, I
believe we can make assurance doubly
sure so far as eradicating rust is con-
cerned.
Cuttings for this purpose should be
made late. Those made during May
will doubtless give the best results. "We
want the plant in such shape that it
is ready to go right ahead. If it has
at any time suffered a set-back, or be-
come in any way crippled or stunted,
its usefulness for this purpose is done
for. Carnation cuttings can be rooted
any time of the year, but with in-
creased difficulty in late spring and
during summer.
In addition to the cheese-cloth screen,
we cover the cuttings with newspapers
every bright day; the cheese cloth of it-
self is not enough. Besides the news-
papers act as a shelter for the cuttings
against too strong currents of air.
Daily watering must be resorted to in
bright weather, but not more than once
a day. By keeping out very strong
light before the cuttings are rooted
and maintaining a good circulation of
air, we can accomplish a great deal
more than when we resort to frequent
syringing, which are an injury rather
than a benefit.
A great many make the mistake of
taking pips, which are too soft and
young. Experience has demonstrated
to me that the larger and more matured
pips root the easiest, and will wilt less
than very soft and young ones. This
is very easy to explain since the pips
must depend on their own foliage for
nourishment until they are rooted. It
follows, then, that the more matured
ones have more substance in them, and,
therefore, will stand more light and air
than will the very soft or young ones.
I trust that a goodly number will ex-
periment with indoor culture, more es-
pecially to eradicate rust, and inciden-
tally to succeed, if possible, in growing
carnations profitably without resorting
to field culture.
In February last I had the pleasure
cf visiting the establishment of Messrs.
E. G. Hill & Co., of Richmond, Ind.,
whose large place is a model of neat-
ness and system. Mr. Hill showed me
a bench of Jubilee which had been
propagated as late as June, I believe,
and grown entirely indoors. They were
certainly fine for indoor culture, and
shows that all attempts in this direc-
tion have not been failures. So well
pleased was Mr. Hill with his experi-
ment that he intends to try it on a
larger scale this season. And if he
succeeds, why not others?
One of the most serious drawbacks to
this system would be the disposition of
the old plants, which are still paying a
profit, and on which we deoend for
much of our summer supply of cut
blooms. But we have surmounted
greater difficulties than this would be,
and doubtless if the necessity arises, we
can find a way to circumvent it.
H. "WEBER.
Mrs. fisher
strong, selected cuttings from soil, for
summer blooming, |12 per 1000.
H. D. DARLINGTON.
FLUSHING, L. I.
ROS
. Carnot, 3 in. ready for 4
-100.
Bririe, tt per 100: $30 p
115 per 100.
10 Bririe, t^ .
10 Brldenmaid, .
ffl Perle, U per 100.
a Meteor, U per 100.
« Kaiserin, tIperlOO.
a Belle Siebrecht, tl per
10 Plerpont MorgaD, '
100; $30 per 1000.
1 per 100; 935 per 1000.
WOO SMILA.X.
CARNATIONS
IN FLATS.
10.000 Scott »2 00 per 100
10,000 ItlcGowan 2 00 -
500 Eldorado 2 50 "
3000 A8TERS, Semple'8 white, pi
»1.00 per 100.
500 S"WAlNSONA, Gal. alba, 2 In
1500 CHRYSANTHEMUMS, lea^
WM. C. SMITH, 61st and Market Streets, Philadelphia.
$4.00
per
lOOO.
piarie Louise Violet Mrs.
Cash with order. No dlaeate. thrifty, well rooted
ORSON BURGER. - - Rhinebeck, N. Y.
•BENJ
ROOTED RUNKEKS
MARIE LOUISE VIOLETS
$5.00 per :ooo. Perfectly healthy. Address
THE WHIPPANY VIOLET FARM,
D. H. Burnett. Msr. Wliippany, >'. J.
PANSY PLANTS
In bloom, from cold frames. $1.00 per 100;
$9.00 per 1000.
ENGLISH IVY.
strong, fleld-grown, 2 years, per 100, $8.00; one
year, $5.00 per 100. Cash with order.
J. H. DANN & SON, Westfield, N.Y.
flower, per lOUO, $30.
Honeysuckles, 3 years, ever-blooming,
per 100. $8.00.
Engrlisb Ivy, per 100, $1.00, 4 inch pots, 4 ft.
high.
Aster Seeds, best quality for Florists' use
at your own price. No reasonable offer
H BEiULIEU, "rr Woodhaven, L.I., H. Y.
PANSY PLANTS.
This strain
blooming.
Large Clumps In bloom, $1 per 100; *8 per 1000.
Good Stocky Plants ready to bloom, by man,
50c. per 100; Jlt-.-iO per 1000 by express.
BELI.IS, tlper ino.
J. C. SCHMIDT & CO..
Wholesale Pansy Growers. Bristol Pa.
WHtH WHiniiio mwmm twc wjuwra- ochawgc
Pansies Wortli Raising . .
Bloominir plants or plants in bud. from
$10.00 per 1000 up. Full value piven in evere
case. Casb with order. AH shipments frey
on board of express here.
0. Soltau I Oo. Tyfu'„"e":' Jersey City, N. J.
TH£ n.ORISTS-
In Bloom-^.^-
The Finest Pansies in tlie World.
plants from cold frame,
$2.00 per 100, or
$15.00 per lOOO by express.
ES-Cash with order.
Miy C rnillt »"» BAVE-NPORT ATE.,
IHAA. C, IVnOUO, NEW HAVEN, Com
PANSIES
THE JBMMIIifGS STRAIIX of
Finest American Grown Pansies
are up to date and sure to please. Pine stocky
plants from cold frames in bud and bloom. All
large flowering in great variety of colors.
By treiaht or express, $1.60 per 100 ; $10.00 per
1000. Cash with order.
E. B. JENNINGS,''°f5l." Southport, Conn.
OROWER OF THE FINEST PANSIES.
Pays Well Even out of Season.
My advt. In regard to the Model carnalio
upport in your March 6th number, although ou
if seaBOD, proved a good iavestment.
THERON PARKEK.
Brooklyn, N. T., March SO, "97.
Considerable Custom
Advertising in your paper has brought me con
Biderable cuslom. 3. roWLER TROW.
MounlainTllle, N. Y., Oct. 3, 1896.
The brightest and most productive scarlet
carnation yet introduced.
Strong plants, $4 00 per 100
Rooted cuttings, 3 00 "
Send for complete list of 100,000 carnation
plants and rooted cuttings in 20 varietiis.
Ready for immediate shipment.
GEO. H&NGOGK S SON, Grand Haven, Mich.
WHCN WRmNO MEWTIOW THE FIX)RIST8' eXCH«NG»
ROOTED CUTTIKGS.
CARNATIONS.
Per 100 Per 1000
WM. SCOTT $1.00 $7.50
LIZZIE McGOWAN . 1.00 8.00
other varieties all sold out.
EDW. J. TAYLOR,
TEBHs: Wholesale Carnation Grower,
Cash or Reference. SOUTHPORT, CONN.
WHEM WBrriMO MENTION THE ru>lll8Ta' tXCHANCC
CARNATIONS
All the leading new varieties; good
clean, well rooted stock.
Mrs. Chas. H. Dahme, delicate
pink $10 $75
Mrs. Geo M. Bradt, white,
striped scarlet 10 75
C. A. Dana, shell pink 10 75
Mrs. McBumey, salmon pink. . . 12 100
Mayor Pingree, yellow 10 75
Morello, scarlet 10 75
Mand Dean, blush 10 75
Lily Dean, white, striped pink. . 10 75
Harrison's White, white 10 70
If not already received send for our price
list, which contains all the leading standard
varieties at moderate prices.
F. DORNER S SONS CO., La Fayette, Ind.
WON FIRST PRIZE at Spring Exhibj
tion of Mass. Horticultural Society, 1897.
NEW^EEDUNfi
CARNATION
Originated by Mr. H.A. Cook, of Shrews-
bury, Mass., grown by the subscriber,
and now being put upon the market as
NIVEA.
Cuttings now ready and free from rust.
«10.00 per 100; S3S.00 per 600 ;
•60.00 per 1000.
DAYBREAK, SCOTT, STORM KING,
PURITAN, METEOR, GOLDFINCH,
HECTOR, ALBEBTINI, and others,
$1.25 per 100 ; $10.00 per 1000.
DELLA. FOX, nice plants from flats,
$4.00 per 100.
CHRYS&STHEMUM CDTTIHGS.
Ivory, Bonnaffon, Gold Lode, Minnie
Wanamaker, $3 pei 100; $15 per 1000.
A. W.HOYLE, Spencer, Mass.
And 61 Withlngton St., Sta. O,
DOROHESTEB, MASS.
MENTION THE PtORI8T-» CXCHMtOE
May 8, 1897.
The F=]-orists'
iXCHKNGl
471
COBBESPOHDK
Inaertion will be given in this column
to all communications free from animus;
but the opinions expressed do not neces-
lariiy renect our own.
Winter-Blooming NymphcBas.
Editor Florists' Exchange :
There is an ever-increasing tendency
to over-production of plants and cut
flowers, and tlie cry continually Is,
'■There is no money in It." Growers are
ever on the alert for novelties, know-
ing that there is, generally speaking,
bread and butter in them, if not a little
else besides. And as Mr. Oliver says
(p. 437), "The probabilities are that
nymphaea flowers would pay all right
if the winter treatment of the plants
was thoroughly understood." It will be
an inducement for the up-to-date florist
to take a leaf out of Mr. Oliver's book
and take a turn with nymphaeas that
will yield such a rich harvest.
The fact, too, that people with means
will lavish money on rare flowers, nov-
elties and unseasonable productions is
another inducement to obtain new and
rare flowers, and especially nymphaeas;
tor if they can be produced as good
in winter as they are to be had in sum-
mer there certainly is money in it.
But winter lilies cannot be grown
without tanks, and how is a florist to
know what the flowers will fetch be-
fore he has them to offer for sale? Mr.
Oliver's early experience in wintering
tender nymphaeas tends to show that
they would continue to flower consid-
erably longer out of doors if we only
had the right kind of weather. And a
lesson may be learned right here for
planting during the ensuing season.
Get your plants well under way before
time to plant out, that when you do
the latter work your plants may enjoy
the longest possible season tor devel-
opment and flowering.
The winter culture of nymphaeas has
made little headway during the past
ten or twelve years; but it is possible
some growers have done some experi-
menting, and as the results have not
been satisfactory, nothing has ever
been heard from them. As far as my
observations and experience go, the
methods of culture and the varieties
recommended by Mr. Oliver are of no
practical benefit to the florist, and
should any live fiorist feel induced by
such glowing prospects to convert a
rose, carnation or any other house into
an aquatic house thinking there is
money in it, I would say, don't. It is a
simple matter to produce flowers as
late as November, but after that date
is the vexed question. At that season
of the year we get more darkness than
light, the ventilators are opened but
very little, and on many days not at
all; the sun's rays are not potent with
lite and action as at any other season,
and flre-hfeat and electric light will not
make up the deficiency in growth and
color. I have noticed, though, that the
Zanzibar varieties and other blue nym-
phaeas keep a very good color; but
then, Zanzibarensis has the habit of
not opening until about noon and closes
again before evening. The pinks and
reds of the night-blooming kinds are
unrecognizable through lack of color
and size of flower, and no correct water
temperature can add what is lacking,
Nymphaea dentata is doubtless the
best white night-bloomer, and as a cut
flower the worst. Some of the hybrids
are very little, if any, better than N.
dentata, notably N. O'Marana; yet as
a summer flower it is unsurpassed for
vigor, size of flower and color. A tem-
perature of 75 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit
is dangerous. Growth made in such a
temperature during the dull, short days
and long nights is soft and flabby and
productive of a fungoid growth or rot
attacking the leaves, which defies the
skill of an expert micro-fungiologist to
explain it or prescribe a remedy. Plants
in such a condition cannot produce a
flower worthy to pass judgment upon.
Good flowers produced in a high, close
temperature will be of soft texture, and
when subjected to a temperature of 60
degrees will become limp and of no use
for the florist.
To grow first-class flowers and to pro-
. duce satisfactory results, the best of
culture is necessary. True, a plant in
a five-inch pot will produce a flower,
but that is all that can he said of it.
Who would venture to grow a plant In
a five-inch pot for decorative effect in
summer! It is a fact well known to cul-
tivators that to produce first-class flow-
ers in summer a single plant of N. zan-
zibarensis, N. dentata, N. devoniensiS'
or any equally vigorous plants, ten to
fifteen i-nhH fcrt of the best soil, as is
recunijiM 11 I 1 I n iqiiatics, is none too
mm li 1 I I 111 lie expected from
a I'l II 111! h pot, or three
plants 111 II ' I I -inch pot? Good,
healthy lta\t ^ d.ie necessary to a plant,
and it good lloueit. are expected there
must be leaves in proportion; but the
system of pmching off the leaves was
probably adopted by some of our artists
who have produced niore flowers than
leaves and larger on their imaginary
water lilies.
Yes, the hardy kinds of nymphaeas
are easily forced into flowei'. They are
very good on a private estate, but no
earthly use for the florist, and not so
good or as handy for forcing as the
ti-opical varieties, and sooner come to a
standstill. I am inclined to think that
a great deal of experimenting will have
to be done before satisfactory results
can be achieved, and while such ad-
mirable flowers are to be seen in our
parks, cemeteries and gardens, and at
our annual exhibitions, poor flowers
will never be appreciated even in the
depth of winter.
WILLIAM TBICKBR.
Seedlings and Certificates.
Bditnr Floruits' Exchange:
In reply to Mr. Wight's article of
May 1, allow me to say that I am un-
aware of anything written upon the
subject that would justify Mr. Wight's
assumption that No. 54 scored high
enough with the judges to bring the
average to 84 points.
As a matter of fact, it did nothing of
the SI 111, ami when the judges com-
partd thiii- .iiiiiii.ins a review was had
with the nsults indicated in a previous
article.
If Mr. Wight will take the figures 99,
91 and 65, add them together, and di-
vide the resultant sum by three, he will
have an average of 85. with two of the
three quantities above the coveted 85
mark, without any trouble whatever.
By "assuming" certain things, cer-
tain other things may nearly always be
proved. Therein lies Mr. Wight's "seri-
ous mistake." He assumed that the
independent scores were too wide apart,
and that some of the scores were over
85.
By some very strange oversight, when
it came to the final review (made desir-
able by the closeness of the independ-
ent scores and the fact that the highest
was 84), the "dominant mind" that
should have been there was unavoid-
ably detained, apparently, for it failed
to assert itself and twist a certificate
nut of the committee by some means.
If the gentleman who wrote the crit-
icism under discussion will take time
to carefully read the article over my
signature in the issue of April 3, he will
there find the following:
"It will be evident that there can be
little room tor a change of opinion
when each judge makes a separate and
independent score of the points and the
result arrived at in each case is below
the required percentage." This tells
how a decision was reached.
The variation between the Boston re-
sult and the Cincinnati finding has also
been explained. The other humorous
situation does not appear very difl^cult
of explanation. The New England gen-
tleman was called in merely that the
judges might assure themselves; that
in a case where margin was so narrow
they had not been over-severe. When
it became apparent that they had not
been too strict, as gauged by others
who saw the Cincinnati exhibit, they
declined to grant the certificate that
seems to have been so much desired.
Allowing for the higher standard of ex-
cellence at Cincinnati, the 93 record at
Boston would seem to indicate that the
Cincinnati verdict was not far wrong.
That it was not unreasonably severe
(as Mr. Ward's articles would seem to
indicate), the New England gentle-
man's score tends to show.
The gentleman says that "the three-
judge system has been a thorn in the
side of exhibitions from time immemo-
rial." The writer Is neither prepared
nor disposed to enter into a discussion
upon that question, but he Is decidedly
of the opinion that three thorns in a
tender spot are more provocative of
shrieks from the sufferer than one
would be. ADAM GRAHAM.
Crozy and his Work.
Whenever the name of Crozy is
mentioned, our thoughts naturally turn
to the large flowering French cannas
and the wonderful improvement in this
class of plants that has been effected
through the skill and painstaking of
this noted French hybridist.
We have pleasure in presenting to
our readers a photograph of Crozy him-
self and a brief sketch of his work in
connection with canna hybridization,
both of which are reproduced from
Mailer's Deutsche Giirtner-Zeitung. "So
closely connected with the canna is
Crozy's name," says that journal, "that
it makes no difference whether or not
our new cannas had their origin in his
place, they are and will be calleu 'Crozy
Mr. Crozy writes to our German con-
temporary in regard to his success in
hybridizing the canna as follows:
"I began alterative hybridization be-
tween Canna Warscewiczi and C. nepa-
lensis, a variety with large, yellow
flowers and very long, creeping tubers.
My flrst cannas obtained from this
cross were named BonetS and Plantieri,
the latter of which showed green foli-
age and orange flowers. The flrst one
came close to C. Warscewiczi, with
dark red-brown foliage and pretty large
flowers, was very free flowering and a
favorite for quite a while. After this,
by crossing with Canna aureo-pictata,
I succeeded in getting hybrids with yel-
low spotted flowers, which year by
year grew larger and rounder. I then
tried to get an early bloomer and finally
succeeded in obtaining a type which
was very floriferous. I constantly
threw inferior plants away and kept
only the best.
"As to the number of hybrids raised
by me, I suppose that I have raised,
without exaggeration, some ISO to 200
varieties, which, step by step, showed
improvement over the older kinds.
Among my varieties not yet in com-
merce are cannas with flowers measur-
ing from 4H to 6 inches in diameter.
These have all very glowing colors and
bear immense flower trusses.
"My new cannas are a very carefully-
selected lot, and their superiority has
been conflrmed by many visitors. My
constant zeal for superior varieties
shows successes every year in regard to
color as well as size and number of
flowers. The flowers now are borne
more erect, are of better substance and
show broader, rounder petals and some
are of a size not known before.
"These cannas for our climate have
the advantage of being dwarf and early
flowering, and they stand well rain and
other adverse weather conditions which
the older varieties do not."
As regards the new type of cannas
seen In the varieties Austria and Italia,
M. Crozy states he awaits the competi-
tion of these without tear, and com-
ments adversely on the lack of sub-
stance and early wilting of the flowers.
"We may add," says the Gartner-
Zeitung, "that M. Crozy is known in
Nancy, France, under the name of
'Papa Canna,' and one of his best nov-
elties is named 'Papa Canna.' " L. S.
Canna America.
Professor Waugh, of University of
Vermont, writing to Garden and Forest
on this canna, the third of Dammann &
Co.'s "orchid-flowering" type, states
that it ranks above both Austria and
Italia; the foliage seems to be stronger
and tougher; the color is one harder to
get incannas— dark, bronzy-red, with ir-
regular and conspicuous dashes of light-
er, greenish color. The flowering stem is
tall and strong, bearing a large spike
of flowers of the form and size of those
of Italia. They are, however, of a most
rare and striking color— a sort of bril-
liant apricot-red, faintly spotted with
darker salmon. The center is canary-
yellow, marked with the apricot-red of
the body color, very much after the
pattern of Austria and Burbank, except
that in America the center is lighter-
colored than the wings. The blossoms
are richer in appearance than any of
the earlier orchid-flowering cannas.
They do not appear to be better in sub-
stance, though.
Cleveland.
ifested itself shortly after Easter, influ-
enced partly by the weather, which,
from that time until the present writ-
ing, has been cold and disagreeable,
with very little sunshine and occa-
sional cold rains.
Prices also have had a tendency to
weaken, gradually decreasing to the
same point as before the Easter season.
Funeral work is in great demand and
several large banquets and receptions
of the past fortnight have called forth
some of the best efforts of our florists,
many of the table decorations showing
some very handsome efl'ects in this line
of work.
Roses are plentiful, some of the down-
town stores holding special "rose" sales
and offering good stock at greatly re-
duced prices. Best stock brings $1 and
$1.50; ordinary, 75 cents. Some very
fair stock of Beauty is now being of-
fered and prices range from $3 to $6.
Jacq s are in short supply.
Carnations are in good supply and
sell at 25 cents to 40 cents per dozen for
Harrisii continue plentiful, but stock
is becoming poor and finds slow sale at
$1,50 and $2 per dozen. Callas bring $1
and $1.50 and meet with slight demand.
Violet stock is very poor. They now
sell at $1,25 and $1.50 per 100. Valley is
scarce, at 75 rents a dozen. Some very
nice biniinis "f auratum lilies are in
market ami r.aliz.' %-Z tn $2.60 per dozen.
Daffodil.-^ an- maily sone, selling at 50
cents. Snim- vt-iy good stock of out-
door tulips were seen. These bring 60
cents. Mignonette sells at $1 per dozen.
bulb men from abroad who visited
Cleveland recently are Messrs. John
Speelman, Sassenheim, Holland; P. J.
Ohmstede, representing K. J. Kuyk,
Hillegom, Holland, and W. Van Zonne-
feld, Sassenheim. Mr. Speelman re-
ports trade as being fully up to that of
other seasons, and states that the pro-
posed new tariff schedule does not have
any effect upon import orders.
One of the social events of the spring
season will be the annual "spring flower
reception," given by Mrs. J. M. Gasser
and daughter, at their Lake Avenue
home, on Friday of this week, tor the
benefit of the Eliza Jennings Home for
Aged Women. This affair has always
been looked forward to by Cleveland's
social set with a degree of expectant
pleasure, as well as its most worthy
object.
Mr. Muhlhauser. one of our citizen
promoters of horticulture, is erecting
extensive greenhouses at his summer
home, near Wickllffe, Ohio.
Mr. and Mrs. T. C. Bartels will leave
shortly for an extended trip through
Europe. Mr. Bartels is superintendent
of J. M. Gasser's greenhouses. He ex-
pects to attend the International Horti-
cultural Exhibition at Hamburg.
G. A. T.
Detroit.
S. Taplin has obtained a patent for
his hot-water-circulating-heater. In the
United States and Canada, and has
made application for patents in Eng-
land, France, Germany and Belgium.
Mr. Taplin is undecided as to whether
he will manufacture the boiler or sell
the right.
472
The F=i-orists* Exchange.
11 LOUSE TM CWS
From ten to twenty well-rooted runners en
ip, perfectly clean and healthy, at
$36.00 per 1000. Cash
$4.00 per lOO
with order.
R. F. HAHN, Gornwall-on-Hudson, N. Y.
West Islip Greenhouses.
Marie Louise Violets, Kel^s
$4.00 per 1000, cash with order.
E. B. SUXXON, Jr.,
P. O. Address, Babylon, t,. I., If. V.
marlGLODliie Violet GluiDjs
Free from disease, |3.00 per 100.
Will exchange for Bridesmaid Roses.
E. T. WATERSTONE, Greenwood Lake, N. Y.
Orange County.
VIOLET CLUMPS
AND ROOTED RUNNERS.
A No. 1 stock, clean and healthj. No disease.
L,ady H. Cnnipbell, clumps, per 100, W.OO.
Swanley White, clumps, per 100, 13.00. Coli-
torDia, clumps, per 100. »3.00. Well rooted run-
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
StroDE, healthy stock. In R. C. and pot
Plants. R. C, 8-^.00 per 100 1 pot plant!,
S3.00 per 100.
Mme. F. BerBmann, Merry Monarch, Autumn
Bride. iTorv. Mrs. H. Robinson, Mrs. H. McK.
TwomDly. Miss Helen Wright, Mayflower, Miss
Florence Pullman, Niveus, Mrs, J. Jones. Wana-
maker. yanoma, Mrs. R, Crawford. Mrs U Battles.
Marlon Henderson, Gold Lode, Miss M. M. .John,
son, Geo, S. Conover, Vellow Queen, W. L. Sunder -
bruch, E. Dallledouie. Georiilana Pili her, Minerva.
Mrs. W. 11. Rand Major Bonnafl'on, H. W. Rieman.
Mrs. K. Buettner. Golden Wedding.
Glor - •■ ~ -
Rosy
Torch, Rlnaldo. and i
All the Leading Am. Novelties at Trade Prices.
CALIFORNIA GIANT, White DaUy, fr
2^ inch pots, 60 cts. per dozen ; $(,00 per 100.
ETOILE UE LYON, Yellow DaUy, from
Inch pots, 76 cts. per dozen ; $5.00 per 100.
XHEO. F. BECKERX,
NiviLLK Island,
9 miles below PlttBhure, Pa.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
Best standard commercial varieties, from pots,
Mrs, Bergmann. Major Bonnaffofl, Philadelphia.
Maud Dean. Pink Ivory, M. Wanamaker, L. Canning,
B. Dailledouze, L, Bcehmer, Niveus, The Queen, H.
Balsli-y, W. H, Lincoln, Ivory, lora, at $2.60 per lOU.
G. ChildB, Golden Wedding, Eda Prass, M. Hender-
son, at $3.00 per 100. Cash with order.
JOHN C. EISELE,
20th & Ontario Sts., PHILADELPHIA. PA
ENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHAtiGE
SEMPLE'S ASTERS,
seedlings, pink, white and lavender, $2,60 per
1000 : Achillea the Pearl, $3.60 per 100 clumps.
A. & G. ROSBACH, Pemberton, N. J.
OUR NEW LIST OF SEASONABLE PLAhTING STOCK
INCLUDING
ROOTED CUTTINGS I'.SlliZ'^'Jr^S'^'Si: .,..
in ROSES, SMILAX, BULBS,
Etc.
Now ready. Best stock. Low prices. Address,
DAN'L B. LONG, 'rr'„:U't'.n?"^ Buffalo, N.Y.
WHEH WRITINO MCN110N THC njORISTS- CXCHANGK
PLANTING STOCK
VIOLETS-MY SPECIALTY,
ROOTED RUNNERS, ALL FROIH GOOD PLANTS.
ASTERS!!
Semple's White and Pink, also Perfection,
Victoria and Comet, 60 cts. per 100 ; J6.00 per
1000. DOUBLE HARDY SBF
5EDLI^G CAB-
atock, prepaid, casl
MORRIS FLORAL CO., Morris, ill.
wwrw «M»ITIHO MEnnOH THE H.ORI6TS- EXCHANOE
ing, Queen o:
irket, Perfection, and Comet, ready to
t, by mail, 50c. per 100; $4 per 1000 by exj
J. C. SCliniDT & CO., Bristol, Pa.
1 Stock, Clean, and
no disease. M. Louise runners, $4,00 per 1000,
California runners, $5.00 per 1000. Cash with
order only. j. BATEON, Kalamazoo, Mich.
THE FLORISTS' CXCHAHGE
Per 100, $6.00; per 1000, $16,
LUXONNE. per 100. $1,50; per 1000, $13,00.
SEND IN YOUR ORDERS NOW
MARIE LOUISE, Per 100,
per 1000, $4,00.
LADY CAMPBELL. Per
60c,; per 1000, $4.00.
CALIFORHIA. Per ICO,
per 1000, $6.00.
SATISFACTORY REFERENCE.
FERD BOULON, Sea Cliff, L, I., N. Y
MARIE LOUISE VIOLET, ^^^IsVper
1000, Fall and Winter rooted cuUings, $10.00 per 1000.
JOSEPH MARKLE, Rhinebeck, N. Y.
CARNATIONS f^il'i't'.p{i.}\lAl
^^^^^^.^ McGowan, Portia, $1.60 pei
IIXI: tl2 50 per ItlOO.
Uini [TO I-ady Campbell, 16.00 per 1000.
VIDLETS L.._xonpe,.,3..a..perm$26.,«.per^l(KK,.
JOSEPH RENARD, Unionville, "^'0^' Pa.
VIOLET RUNNERS,
ANCHORAGB ROSE CO.,
ANCHORAGE, KY.
f=OR
Market Plants.
In the selection of the following varie-
ties we have included those of pleasing
color and of dwarf yet sturdy growth :
EARLY. perlOo
Domination, while. $3
Ivory, " 3
Marion Henderson, yellow. 3
Miss M. M.Johnson, " 3
Glory of Pacific, pink 5
Pink Ivory " 3
MIDSEASON.
Mutual Friend, white . $3
Mrs. H.McK.Twombly, " . 3
Major Bonnaffon, yellow . . 3
Mrs. C.B. Freeman " ..5
Viviand=Morel, pink 3
Zulinda, " 3
Red Warrior, bronze
John Shrimpton, red 3
LATE.
Yanoma, white $5
Mrs. Jerome Jones, white , .
H. W. Rieman, yellow 4
W.H.Lincoln, " 3
Francis B. Hayes, pink f
Chebeague, " (
For general list of varieties sei
our catalogue.
mTHm SMITII i SON,
ADRIAN, MICH
WHEN WRtTINa MENTION THC FLORISTS*
BOSES.
Shading.
I am not an advocate of shading rose
houses, still it is better to lightly shade
plants that are to bloom during the
summer. The shading should be done
by the best workman. I have to mix it
to the proper thickness and put it on to
suit my fancy.
Naphtha and white lead is by far the
best mixture to use. Kerosene oil can
be employed instead of naphtha, but it
does not dry so quickly, and is more
liable to run. The mixture should be
stirred every once in a while while be-
ing put on, as the lead settles to the
bottom. It is much easier to syringe
it on than to paint with a white-wash
brush, but I prefer the latter method, as
a more uniform coating over the glass
can be obtained, and the extra labor is
saved in the quantity of the mixture
used that would be otherwise wasted.
Be careful not to make it too thick;
when dry, it is just about twice as
heavy as when first put on.
When not wanted on the roof, the
material is very easily rubbed off with
a dry rag.
If young stock for summer cutting
is not planted by this time growers
should lose no time in doing so; five or
six weeks from now roses will be largely
called for, as most growers will be re-
plaiting by that time.
Young stock wanted for another year
lequires a good deal of time and atteir-
tlon just now. Some plants may need
a shift, and others, resetting. It is well
to bear in mind that we cannot expect
the best results if the plants receive .a
check in any way. In going over
some of mine I find quite a number
have not yet started a shoot; these are
placed in the front row and will make
as good plants as the others. Perhaps
the wood of these was a little harder
than that of the others; if so, they will
make up for lost time.
The survival of the fittest should not
be tolerated in a house of young roses,
and the best man you have is none too
good to liave charge of them, H. H.
Sulphur for Mildew and Rot.
Sulphur Remedy for Mildew and Rot.
I notice many queries and sugges-
tions regarding mildew and rot and the
use of sulphur in greenhouses to pre-
vent these pests. Possibly our experi-
ence may be of benefit to some others.
Formerly we were much troubled
with fungus diseases, but of late they
do not demand a thought. We first
used sulphur for mildew on" roses by
adding it freely to vessels of water and
boiling them until the water was prac-
tically gone. Sulphur volatilizes— va-
porizes—at about 170 degrees and the
water boils at 212 degrees, so that we
vaporized our sulphur without risk of
setting it on fire. This reached our
trouble on roses all right, but seemed
to have little or no effect on other fun-
gus diseases.
We then adopted the plan of adding
sulphur to whitewash— about thirty
pounds to a bushel of lime. The lime
was slaked with sufficient water for
the mixture to heat to the boiling point
and the sulphur added. The latter dis-
solved in the hot bath and gave it a
strong yellow color. Water is then
added to make the proper consistency.
Every year we give our house a thor-
ough "painting" with this sulphur
whitewash, not merely coating the un-
painted wood, but daubing it on heav-
ily. It goes on yellow, but it dries out
white. Every part tl^at can be reached
is so treated.
Since then we have known no mildew,
no bench rot, no fungus of the cut-
ting bench. On hot days, in clear sun,
we distinctly notice a faint sulphurous
odor in the air, but at proper tempera-
tures there is no sign of its existence.
Our benches are four years old. We
water with city water and hose —
and, therefore, abundantly— but if the
benches are not as sound as when they
were put in we have not discovered the
fact. CHARLES H. DARLINGTON.
Tennessee.
May 8, 1897.
The Plorists* Exchange.
473
REINBERG BROS.
strong, Healthy R^OSES From 2>^ inch pots.
SOLDEN OATE, PERLE, BELLE SIEBRECHT. METEOR, BRIDE, BRIDESMAID, KAISERIN,
LA FRANCE, TESTOUT, $2 50 per 100 ; $30.00 per 1000. No orders for lees than 100 of 01 e
variety accepted. We are the larg:_est_Ro8e_ ^rowerrfjn the United States, aud
"" CARNAXIONS
■iety accepted. Six
Prices on large lots. The abov
SMILAX. i% Inch pots, $2.50 per 100.
51 WABASH AVE., CHICAGO, ILLS.
nwa mCNTION THE rtOHIST'S EXCHANGt
BRIDESMAID.
•ARENT. STOCK!
HCH WRITIWO MEHTIOW THt FLORISTS' CXCHAWCe
LOOK HERE
ROSES, out of 2 in. pots. Bridesmaid and Bride.
$2 60 per 100; 120 00 per 1000; Meteor and Ferle,
$3.00 per 100; $25.00 per 1000.
Mixed Ferns, out of -1% In. pots, ISOO per 100.
niarie LouUe Violets, rooted runners. 50c,
per 100; $5 00 per 1000. Terms Cash or C. O. D.
C. MERKEL & SON, Mentor, Ohio.
WHCN wmriHO Minnow THt pvorists- txcHAwcr
IMlRltm BEIUTIIS.
I have a few thousand more than I need tor
Clean, fine stock, 2)^ inch pots, $7.00 per 100,
cash with order, packed and delivered to R. R.
JOSEPH BRADBURY.
SOUTH ORANGE, N. J.
FLORISTS' eXCHANCC
Firie HealtiLsr Stools: of
BnUGS, 'Plaiils, . .
. . Penes, pieteors,
JOHN HENDERSON CO.
Flushing, N. Y.
Sterling Atnerican Novelty, the
WHITE COCHET
egood qualities
of its parent ; its color is pure white and
no doubt it will prove the best white
out-of-door rose up to date.
Price, per dozen, from 4 inch, $5.00.
" 100, •' 4 " 35.00.
AU Orders Uust bs Aecompaniod with Cash.
J. COOK/
M WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS
R08ES-2|.^ Inch. stronK; Meteor. W. La Krance.
I,» France. The Bride. C. Souperl. $3.00 per 100.
$25.00 per 1000. Kalserin Victoria. Perle des Jar-
dins. $1 m per 100. $36 00 per 1000.
CARNATfONS-LlzileMcGowan.stronK plants,
extraflne rooted out of flat8.$l 26 per 100. $10 per 1000
8WAINSONA SPLENDENS-Only true pink.
$4.00 per 100.
TtHACMtiX INDIVISA- Per lOO Per lOCO
4 to 5 Inch. BtronK $10 00
3 to 1 Inch, stronu 8 00 $75 00
2«lnoh.»troni; 3 00 25 00
VIOLETS-The CallfornlH.slr'n clumps. $6 per 100
Rooted Runners tl.26per 100. $10.00 per 1000
Shoenbrunn. stronu clamps $1 00 per II'O
PALMS— ChamsBFops eicelsa. 2Hi Inch 4 00 per 100
Washln«tonla fliltera " 4 00 per 100
•inUMS-Nlveus. Mrs. Robinson. Pres. VV. Smith.
VlTland-Morel, $1.25 per 100. $10.00 per 1000.
V I NCA V AR.-6 In. pots, extra atrouB, $10 per 100
Cash, or flrst-class bank
J. B. HEISS, I 16 So. Main St., Dayton, 0.
WHEN WRmNO MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANCF
ROSES-
RUTTLE BROS., Covington, Ky.
Linden Grove Greenhouses.
DORMIIIT ROSES-Own Roots.
FIELD-GROWN. 2
cut back to 24 to 30 li
100. Mrae. Plantlera
Uanet. Capt. John In.
obe Rot
urinals. Salet. Mme. _ _
Plantler. Bait. Belle.
Grown by Heikes-Blloxl Nursery Co.. Blloii, Miss,
now In cold storage, for sale at Council Bluffs.
W. F. HEIKES, Ifgr., Council Bluffs, Iowa.
WHEW WRrriHO MEHTK»M THE FLORIBT-S EXCHSNGE
ROSES.
Fine Roses from 2,^ Inch Pots.
Per 100 Per 1000
Bride 83 oo $$25 00
Bridesmaid 3 00 25 00
Merniet 3 00 25 00
Meteor 3 00 25 00
Perle 300 25 00
I.,a France 300 2300
Mme. Hoste 3 00 25 00
Sunset 300 2S 00
TERMS : Cash with order.
CHAS. E. SMITH,
Cor. Jefferson and .lackson Aves., YORK, PA.
WHEN WRrriNQ MENTION THE TLORISTS' EXCHAWQg
TEN DEGREES BELOW ZERO
;ied yeurliDK plants
HmdEMMMm
Aelala Is. therefore,
introduction.
150 Hlo
immensely importai
! frequently been produced 1
3 manner of b
rsas does the Cri
I splendid comp
The habit o
feet high in a
We are the In
JPHR08YNE I
THALIA or WHITE RAMBLER
*^t %^d'i*eThel!^thr?e'*'ro.e»'"SIm,!g*iI, ens-
tomers and to everyone who will di» bo, atiree-
WE WlirSEN^D FREE OF CHARGE
Aelala. together with 100 handsome deicriptive
circulars with name and address stamped upon
them. Send at once.
Price for strong plants from 2'/i, inch pots,
St 5.00 per WO. Send for our Trade
Lists of other Hoses and General Stock.
JACKSON & PERKINS CO. Newark, New York
iEEt'S 8PEIIIIL OFFEII FOI PIIT
STRONG TWO-YEAR-OLD ROSES.
The following varieties which have been carried over in cold-frames and are
now in excellent condition established in five and six-inch pots.
Anna de Dlcsbacta on own roots, 5 in. pots, $18.00 per 100
Antolne Mouton " 5 '' I8.1U
Baroness Rothsclilld
de Meljce
Countess Murlnals
Caroline de Sansal
Coquette des Alpes
Captain Ha> ward
Captain Clirlst>
Hertnosa .
Marcliloness of Lome
I«al>el Morrison
Mareclial Kilel
Mrs. J. Sliaruian Cra» ford
18.00
6
18.00
20.00
budded stock, 5
18.00
20.00
budded stock, 6 '
20.00
18.011
budded stock, 5
Prairie Queen
Mrs. Jotin l..aln)f
Mervellle de L,>on
Persian Vello-w
Princess Adelaide
Paul Ne>ron
Russells Coltatce
S-weet Briar
RuKOsa Alt>a
Vlck's Caprice
MTIilte Baroness
-W. A. Rlcliardson " 5 18.00
LORD PENZANCE'S HYBRID SWEET BRIARS.
budded stock, 6
budded stock, 6
established
jtiful lot of these
6-ineh pots. We offer
for $4.50; for descriptions, see (
CAmiAS.
We have again an eDormous stock of Cam
Ami Piclion, crimson
Antolne Rlvolre, red
Baron de Sandrans, yellow spotted crim
Bassets Red, Une bronze foliage, extra
C. Reneau, canuine
Ctias. Henderson, crimson
Deull de St. Grevy, bronze foliage, orunK
Corate de Bouchard, yellow, with orimsi
Explorateur Crampbel, crimson
Etfandale, currant red, foliage bronze
Florence VauKhan, yellow, spotted crim
Francois Blllard, carmine
F. Neuvessel, salmoa red, fine, foliage bror
Ololre de I.yonnalse, yellow, mottled or
OeofTroy St. Hllalre, foliage bronze, ora
Oen.de Mlrlbel, apricot, shaded salmon...
J. Xhoniayer, foliage bronze, orange Bowei
J. IV. Elliott, vermilion, shaded crimson...
Kaiser Wlllieltu, bright red, very fine...
I.. E. Bally, yellow, spotted red
Mine. Crozy, the standard red
Millet Flls, large crimson
Maurice Musy, vermilion scarlet
M. Forgeot, orange, yellow edge
Meteor, orange scarlet
Paul Marquant, best salmon
Paul Bruant, orange Fcarlet
President Ctaandon, ochre yellow, orani
Paolo Raedell, hrilliaDt crimson, golden c
Paul Slesrlst, gold, edged crimson
Paul LfOrenz, foliage bronze, blood red Rov
Prosrresslon, yellow, dotted maroon
Perfection, yellow, spotted orimsoo
Sarah Hill,
Sophie Buchner, light red.
senator Monteflore, orange salmon
Princess Luslgrnan, carmine
Trocadero, crimson
Austria, new. 30 cts. each ; $3.00 per doz
Italia, new. 60 cts. each ; $8.00 per doz
In addition to the above varieties we have a fine colltct ion of new sorts. ;
for description of which see our Quarterly List.
Special offeror collections of Cannas: for $3.00 we will send .'JO dislinct
we will send 100 distinct varieties, all carefully labeled; these collections i
desirable high priced varieties.
30.000 AMPELOPSIS VEITCHII,
l.'OO per ICOO.
Jlly good things;
I pots, abinit 24 Inches
HYBRIO CLEMAXIS.
A fine lot of pot-grown plants in B and 6-inch pots.
Duchess of Edinburgh, double white. Lady Caroline Neville,
Fairy Queen, pale flesh, with pink I
Cilpsy Queen, fine rich purple.
Henryl, .
JacUmannl Alba, fine pure
Kermeslna, crimson, small
Lawsonlana, rosy purple.
ly '
Marie Van
Miss Batenian, wh
Otto Froebel, i^ne h
Sleboldl Hybrlda,
StandlshI, laven.ler ii
The Gem, deep lavon<
»:to.oo per loo.
CYCAS STEMS.
We have Just received a large importatii
HENRY A. DREER, 714 Chestnut St, Phila.
474
Thb Plorists' Exchange.
Exclusivaly a Trada Papar.
Entered at New York Pott Office as Second Clasa Matter
Published EVERY SATURDAY by
A, T, OELAMABEPTG, ANDPUB, CO, LTD,,
le St., New York.
Telephone 2164 CortUndt
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SUBSCRIPTIONS:
SI. 00 per year to United States, Canada and
Mexico. »3,00 per year to foreign coun-
tries in postal union. Payable in advance.
New subscriptions will commence with the
first number after receipt unless otherwise
ordered. Back numbers can be supplied
when wanted.
The date on address label shows when the sub-
scription expires and is the subscriber's
receipt. No other receipt is sent.
ADVERTISEMENTS:
Copy must reach this office not later than
Thursday in order to secure Insertion in issue
of the following Saturday.
Rate, $1.00 per Inch. Special positions
Discounts on contracts of one month or
longer. Orders from unknown parties
accompanied by cash o
Lisfactory references
Contents.
Amateur, The 474
American Association of Ncrskbymen 474
Books Received 476
Carnations 468, 489
Catalogues Received 467
Correspondence 471
CROzr AND His Work (Portrait) . . 471
Experiment Stations, The . . .469
Jadoo Fibre 476
Question Box 467
Roses 472
Seed Trade Report 467
SOLPHDB fob Mildew and Rot . . 472
Tariff, The 474
Trade Notes :
Rochester . 467
Cleveland, Detroit 47I
New York 474
Philadelphia 475
Chicago, Indianapolis, Torouto . . 476
Boston, St. Louis 478
Cincinnati, Pittsburg . . .479
Buffalo 480
For the Busy Man.
Buffalo has a new wholesale house.
Cincinnati was visited by a snow etc
! to pre
" $8,000.
The American Association of Nurierymen
meets at St. Louis, June 9 and 10 next. Head-
quarters, Lindell Hotel.
The plant trade in New York markets has so
far been very unsatisfactory; prices averaging
25 to 30 per ccLt. lower than heretofore.
The stockholders of the New York Cut
ilower Exchange, at Thirty-fourth St. Ferry,
The Greco-Turkish war, it continued, is
likely to Interfere with the seed trade— affect-
ing canary seed, chionodoxas, galanthus, etc.,
obtained from those countries.
The Philadelphia Florists' Club will not
affiliate with the S. A. F. President Burton
stated. In a discussion on "Closer Relations,"
at last meeting, that other clubs had notified
him of their intention not to affiliate also.
A verdict of $3500 was rendered by the Su-
preme Court, Brooklyn, this week, against the
Cypress Hills Cemetery Association. In a suit
brought by a plot owner, for inju
•^" being poisoned by ivy growini
(ted to the
In the new Tariff Bill, as „„„„.„.,„ ,„ ,uo
Senate, bulbs and bulbous roots, notedible, are
on the Free List ; nursery stock Is dutiable at
ii per centum ad valorem. The full text of the
paragraphs directly affecting the trade are
given on this page.
Seyenty-flve per cent, of the Beauty roses
S?T"*'.l°*°.*''^ ?*■: t^i's market are disposed
of by the street fakirs. In Phllartelphii, the
THE TARIFF.
COMPARISON OF OLD AND NEW PARAGRAPHS AND
RATES ON ARTICLES AFFECTING THE TRADE.
ACT OF 1894.
DUTIABLE.
197. Beans, 20 per centum ad valorem. Par
303. Peas, dried, 20c. per bushel of 60 '.238.
pounds. !M8.
203. Peas, in cartons, papers, or other 248.
small packages, Ic. per pound.
334J. Orchids, Lilt of the Valley,
Azaleas, Palms, and other plants
used for forcing under glass for cut
flowers or decorative purposes, 10 per
centum ad valorem.
ACT OF 1897.
As Submitted to the Senate.
DUTIABLE.
Beans, 40c. per bushel of 60 pounds.
Peas, dried, '20c. per bushel.
Peas, in cartons, papers or other
small packages, Ic. per pound.
Stocks, Cuttings or Seedlings of
Myrobolan plum, Mahaleb, or Maz-
zard cherry, three years old or less,
$1 per thousand plants ; stocks, cut-
tings, or seedlings of pear, apple,
quince, and the St. Julien plum,
three years old or less, and evergreen
seedlings, $1.75 per thousand plants;
rose plants, budded, grafted, or grown
on their own roots, 3c. each ; stocks,
cuttings, and seedlings of all fruit
and ornamental trees, deciduous and
evergreen, shrubs and vines, manetti,
multiflora, and brier rose, and all
trees, shrubs, plants, and vines com-
monly known as nursery stock, not
specially provided for in this Act,
ad valorem.
206. Flaxseed or Linseed, Poppy Seed,
and other oil seeds, not specially pro-
vided for in this Act, 20c. per bushel
of 56 pounds.
206J. Garden Seeds, AgriculturalSeeds,
and other seeds not specially provided
for in this Act, 10 per centum ad
valorem.
free list.
491. 'palm Nuts. 539i
558. Moss, seaweeds and vegetable sub-
stances, crude or unmanufactured, 594
not otherwise specially provided for ' '
in this Act.
560. Mtkobolan.
E96,
587. Plants, Trees, Shrubs and Vines of 599,
all kinds, commonly known as nur- 614.
sery stock, not specially provided for
in this Act.
611. Seeds: Anise, canary, caraway, carda- 028,
mon, coriander, cotton, croton, cum-
min, fennel, fenugreek, hemp, hoar-
hound, mustard, rape, St. John's
bread or bene, sugar beet, mangel-
wurzel, sorghum or sugar cane for
seed, and all flower and grass seeds ;
bulbs and roots, not edible ; all the
foregoing not specially proqided for
in this Act.
The act has been amended so that the ra
and after the first day of July next. Latest repc
the Senate, as submitted to that body by the
further changes.
bushel of 56 pounds ; poppy seed, 15c.
per bushel ; * * » nor shall any
allowance be made for dirt or other
impurities in any need ; seeds of all
kinds not specially provided for in
this Act, 25 per centum ad valorem.
free list.
. Fruit Plants, Tropio.A-L and Semi-
Tropical, for the purpose of propa-
gation or cultivation.
Moss, Seaweeds, and Vegetable
Substances, crude or unmanufac-
tured, not otherwise specially pro-
vided for in this Act.
Mtrobolans.
Nuts, » * * Palm Nuts.
Plants, trees, shrubs, roots, seed cane,
and seeds, imported by the Depart
ment of Agriculture or the United
States Botanic Garden.
Seeds : Anise, beet, canary, caraway,
cardamon, cauliflower, coriander,
cotton, cummin, fennel, fenugreek,
hemp, hoarhound, mangel wurzel,
mustard, radish, rape, St. John's
bread or bean, spinach, sorghum or
sugar cane for seed ; bulbs and bulb-
ous roots, not edible; all flower and
grass seeds; all the foregoing not
specially provided for in this Act.
es in the schedules will take efl'ect on
rts affirm that the Bill is likely to pass
Tariff Committee; that is, without
Correction.
In my advertisement, page 447, last issue,
read the price for equal quantities of
Cannas Italia and Austria $25.00 per 100,
not $35.00. John N. May.
Summit, N. J.
The Amateur.
Our Toronto correspondent asks us to
give our opinion as to who may be con-
sidered amateur florists. His request
arises out of a difficulty now confront-
ing our Canadian friends, as to whether
certain parties who own greenhouses
and gardens, and sell the products of
same, or a part thereof, sufficient to
reimburse the outlays of the owners for
seed, fuel, etc., may be classed as ama-
teurs.
Our opinion is that an amateur, as
applied to our trade, is one who culti-
vates plants from taste or attachment;
in other words, for the love of them;
and in doing so employs no gardener or
Other professional assistance.
When a man commences the selling
of the plants or flowers thus cultivated,
he ceases to be an amateur, no matter
how large or small his sales of same
may be; for he is then working on trade
lines, and enters into direct competition,
to the extent of such sales, with the
professional florist.
Classes in our exhibitions set apart
for amateurs should, in our opinion, be
restricted to those who themselves
grow the subjects displayed for the love
of the pursuit and the pleasure it af-
fords; and those who employ profes-
sional assistance or follow up the work
of cultivating plants for any pecuniary
gain or reimbursement should be de-
barred from such classes.
There are some who consider that the
professional gardener should be classed
as an amateur, inasmuch as he is not
a trader. But to pit the man who has
been trained, who has given the greater
part of a lifetime to a study of his pur-
suit, and whose full time is devoted to
the work, against another who has but
a few leisure moments to indulge his
pastime, would obviously be an injus-
tice to the latter.
On the other hand, it would place
the professional gardener at a disad-
vantage to compel him to compete with
the trader who is possessed of much
greater facilities than he for the carry-
ing on of the work of cultivating plants
and flowers.
Therefore, as a matter of equity, it
would be better, it at all possible, to
have, in addition to classes open to all,
other and separate classes I'or the ama-
teur employing no professional assist-
ance; the professional gardener work-
ing for an employer as a means of live-
lihood and the trader. Thus would the
individuals embodied in each class be
pitted one against the other, and with
those on the same plane.
American Association of
Nurserymen.
The 22d annual convention of this
association will be held at St. Louis
June 9 and 10. There is every reason
to expect that the coming convention
will prove one of the most enjoyable
ever held by the association. An invi-
tation to the members to visit the Mis-
souri Botanical Gardens has been cor-
dially extended by the director. Dr.
William Trelease. They are also in-
debted to Dr. Trelease for an invitation
to attend the "Shaw Banquet" as hon-
ored guests. This invitation, for the
evening of June 10, has been accepted
for the association by the Executive
Committee. It is expected that wel-
come will be extended to the visiting
nurserymen by Mayor Ziegenhein and
the Hon. Norman J. Colman.
Among other things, the tariff discus-
sion will undoubtedly be one of the
most interesting features of the con-
vention. The committee appointed at
Chicago last year will report its work
at Washington. There will also be the
report of the Committee on Freight
Charges, a matter of vital importance
to the trade. The convention will open
at the Lindell Hotel on the morning of
June 9. Special railroad rates are ex-
New York.
Cat Flower Exchaage.
The annual meeting of the stock-
holders was held on Saturday, May 1.
The financial condition was found to be
very satisfactory, a dividend of 10 per
cent, was declared, and a good cash
balance carried forward. The meeting
was marked with much enthusiasm,
owing to a wish on the part of some of
the space and stockholders to make the
hour of opening the market in the
morning later. To this there was a
strong opposition and a very earnest
desire to retain the present opening
hour. This important question coming
up for discussion had the effect of
bringing together about eighty stock-
holders and a large number of proxies.
After considerable deliberation by both
sides, it was put to a vote, the result
being that those in favor of opening
later won by a majority of about sixty
votes. So that, after June 1, the mar-
ket will open at 6 A. M., instead of 5
A. M., as formerly. The later hour, it
is calculated, will be better for the
stoiekeepers and have a tendency to
bring their buyers to this market. Of
late, there has been a falling off of
these in attendance.
The election of officers resulted as
follows; President, W. H. Siebrecht,
Astoria, L. I.; vice-presidents, A. S.
Burns, Woodside, L. I., and Gustave
Schraeder, Newtown, L. I.; secretary,
John Donaldson, Newtown, L. I.; treas-
urer, W. C. Duncan, Astoria, L. I.;
financial secretary, P. Miller, Astoria;
Executive Committee — George Mat-
thews, Great Neck, L. I., and J. John-
ston, 139th Street, New York City. Four
new directors were elected— W. C. Dun-
can, Anton Schultheis, Louis Dupuy
and J. Johnston; Financial Committee,
C. Smith, L. Dupuy and A. S. Burns.
The Plant Markets Dull.
Growers who stand regularly at
Canal Street and Union Square claim
that the season, so far, has been
wretchedly poor, and that prices are
averaging 25 to 30 per cent, less than in
recent years. On Saturday morning
there were about seventy wagons at
Canal Street; many of these were in
position between 12 midnight and 3 A.
M. Those who arrived after 4 A. M.
found it diflicult to get a position, and,
worse still, the chances of selling stock
gone.
Union Square had about fifty wagons
and was in no way crowded, as com-
pared with Canal Street. Apparently
there was but little difference in the
prices at either place. If any, it would
be in favor of the more central mart.
Geraniums were bringing from 75
cents to 85 cents per dozen; pelargoni-
; ums, $1.80 per dozen; verbenas, $2 per
, hundred. Pot-grown roses seemed to
meet with the briskest demand, selling
at from 25 cents to 35 cents each, and a
few at 60 cents. Leach Bros., Jersey
City, had some very fine dark-colored
heliotrope, which appeared to bo very
much in requisition.
THB F=I-0RISTS' EXCHHNCe.
4:75
Vurllon Sales— Japanese Curlonities Sold
Sales of late have been fairly well
attended, but buying is far from brisk.
The weather having been so unfavor-
able to the moving of soft stock would
possibly arrniint tor this condition.
Williniii i:i'i-ii .V Sons had, last week,
a 111" ' 11 I > .'Ity from Japan in
the Hii 1 ■ ' ' 'I i)Iants, represent-
ing slii|is. 111 1. 11-, |ii;icocks, swans and
other cic.auic^.s. tine of the larch firs
had been selected for this novel work
and wonderful results obtained. All
the specimens sold quickly at good fig-
I^. H. Schaefer is now located at Kis-
katon, Greene County, N. T., where he
has quite a tract of land, from which
he wil' supply all kinds of greens, hem-
lock pines, ferns, etc., to the florist
trade. He has also secured the agency
of The Fallert Brewing Co to sell their
beers for the Catskill district. In the
fall and winter months he will be en-
gaged in the bulb business as before.
Action against a Cemetery Association.
A verdict against the Cypress
Hills Cemetery Association in the sum
of f3,500 was rendered in the Supreme
Court in Brooklyn Wednesday in the
suit brought by a plot owner, for in-
juries received by being poisoned by
ivy growing wild in the cemetery. Jus-
tice Dickey, in charging the Jury, said
that every year thousands of persons
visited the cemetery, and Ihat it was
the duty of the officials to remove the
poisonous vines. Application was made
for a new trial, and Justice Dickey, in
granting it, said: "This is a Just ver-
dict, and the plaintiff is entitled to
damages."— Sun.
Wholesale Harket.
Business has dragged along wear-
ily during the past week; stock was in-
ferior and prices low. In published
quotations there can be but little
change made over those in our past
issue; but for all that, on bulk, lower
figures have been taken. Roses are
becoming badly damaged by mildew.
Out-door stock of all kinds is now
coming in in abundance. Valley is
down very low, largely on account of
the competition of frame stock. Some
of the last named, being very fine,
brought $2 per 100, whereas indoor val-
ley made only $7.60 to $10 per 1.000.
Violets will be completely out of the
market after this week. Several large
retail stores have already ceased to
keep them.
Sweet peas have sold out fairly well,
evidently, for the time being, having
taken the place vacated by the violet.
Prices on peas vary from $4 per 100.
small bunches, to $10 per 100 for liberal
hunches of 25 or more sprays. Mig-
nonette drags worse than eve:'. Jacq
roses are in short supply; prices range
from 4 cents to 8 cents.
1 he Retail Trade.
Hanft Bros, had a large wedding
order on Wednesday; 3,000 Bride and
Bridesmaid roses were used.
Small & Sons made a unique decora-
tion at the Waldorf on Thursdtiy even-
ing, for a dinner given by the Spanish
diplomats and others, in compliment to
the Chinese Ambassador, who leaves
this country to go to Russia. The ta-
llies were so arranged as to form a hol-
low square, the guests facing inwards.
In this space was grouped a bank of
plants and flowers, 20x45 feet in dimen-
sions. The group began on the floor
about three feet from the table cloth,
and sloped toward the center, the lat-
ter being ten inches higher than the
level of the tables, and in no way hid
ing the guests on the opposite side
Running from the group to the tabh
cloths and up the sides were trailing
vines. On the tables red and yello
tulips were used, representing tl
Spanish colors.
American Instllate Meeting.
The horticultural section meets c
Tuesday at 2 P. M. at 111 West Thirty-
eighth Street. Professor N. L. Britton,
Director of the New York Botanic Gar-
dens, will address the meeting on the
subject, "Hardy Flowers."
The exhibition will be largely made
up of native flowers, herbaceous and
flowering shrubs. Specimens of every-
thing in flower at this season will be
on display and correctly named. About
thirty exhibitors are expected. All are
invited.
Fionas' Club.
The regular meeting takes place
on Monday night at 7.30 P. M. John G.
Esler, Secretary Florists' Hail Associa-
tion, will speak on hail and flre insur-
ance. This subject is one of vital im-
portance to growers and others, and it
hoped there will be a large attend-
Philadelphia.
Business Qnlet.
There has been no improvement
in the cut flower market the past week.
Around the stores everything is very
quiet; in fact, they present a summer
appearance. All kinds of flowers are
plentiful, nearly everything being a
glut. A few good blooms sell, but other
grades are hard to dispose of. Beauty
has been selling at $4 per dozen, for
extra long-stemmed flowers, but not
many are being disposed of at this
figure. Other roses are going slowly.
The top flgure is $6, but mostly all sell
Carnations are as plentiful as last
week. Most of the supply goes to the
street men. On Monday last carna-
tions were sold on the street at 5 cents
per dozen. On inquiry it was learned
that these were bought by the street
men at $2 per 1,000; while the very best
flowers could be bought late in the day
at 40 cents per 100. So the grower will
not fare very well th
Beauty
THE EXPERIMEN T STA TIONS.
Orego.n SUG.4R Beets By Professor G. W.
Shaw, Bulletin 44, Oregon, Corvallis, Ore.
How TO Grow Mushrooms —By William
Falconer; Farmers' Bulletin 53, Depart
Agricultur
sold on the street
eek at 5 cents each, and they
were not very poor flowers, either—
rather open, but large and likely to last
for several days.
The plant growers report very poor
business the past two weeks. It seems
that this year most of the prominent
families have left their city houses
earlier than usual. Parties and enter-
tainments of all kinds have been slimly
attended, and fewer of these have been
given since Easter than in former
years.
Bulb Trade.
From present reports this trade
w-as not so satisfactory the past sea-
son and the general indications are
that the dealers will import less stock
American Dahlia Societjr.
This society has finished its
schedule of prizes for the exhibition to
be held during the third week in Sep-
tember. This exhibition promises to be
a good one. The dealers and growers
of dahlias report a much larger trade
in roots this season, and orders for
plants are also larger.
Park Displays.
The various small parks through-
out the city, under the charge of City
Forester John C. Lewis, have been re-
splendent the past few weeks with
flowering bulbs. Some of the beds of
tulips and hyacinths were grand and
reflect great credit on the untiring
energy of the City Forester, who has
given to the public pleasures not had
before.
Club News
The meeting on Tuesday last was
very well attended. Several new mem-
bers were elected, and the club bids
well to have a prosperous year. The
question of admitting associate mem-
bers was decided in the aflSrmative.
They will have no voice in the business
of the club, nor any interest in its prop-
erty, but merely take part In the
games, etc.
John Westcott reported that a friend
of the club had given $25 to be used as
prizes for bowling. A series of games
will be arranged at once.
It is proposed to have another shad
dinner this year, probably towards the
end of the month, as the outing last
year was enjoyed so much by all.
President John Burton spoke on
"Closer Relations with the S. A. F."
and said that he was at one time quite
enthusiastic over this matter, but had
changed his mind. He was of the
opinion that as far as florists' clubs
wei-e concerned, they were better off in
their present condition. He traced the
closer relations question from its in-
ception and said that he had been in
communication with various officers of
other clubs and all were of the opinion
that their clubs would not affiliate with
the S. A. B\ In conclusion, the
speaker said that the business of each
organization was separate and distinct,
and, therefore, could be better carried
on by each individual club.
DAVID RUST.
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bull,
information on the subject of
rowing, turnishine pointers on
to grow the mushrooips. mai
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Index to Advertisers.
Search Wm H
Elliott WmH
HnghesGeo J
Morris Floral Oo.
Boabach A & G..
Schmidt J 0 k Co
McCarthy N F 1 Co. 483
Auction Sales
Gardner R M & Co.. 479
PenUand Jas 484
Boconlas
Baldwin A J 479
Ua»lB A BS Son 477
MelleuOeoHCo.... 477
Boaril of Trade.
National Florlat..., 466
Books, etc.
Floriete' Exchange.. 476
DeLaMarePtgiPCo J83
BulbaandRoota
Allen Chas H 466
Berger HH *Co.... 466
Davis A B 4 Son,.., 471
Elliott Wm & Bona. 466
FaOBt HO* Co 466
Gardiner John k Co 466
Germain Fruit Co.. . 466
Hulsebosoh BroB — 466
JoostanO H 479
LongDB 472
McAllister F B Oo . (66
MlUsFB 484
Ouwerkerk P 469
Baldwin A J . . .
Oonnell BenJ. ...
Cottage Gardens. .
Dreer Hy A
Eliiabetb Nurs C
Breitmoyer J t Son 468
Cottage Gardens 468-477
DaleH 488
Darlington H D.... 470
Davis AB 4 Son.... 477
Dorner F&Sons Co. 470
ElaeleC 484
EUia S PoUworth... 477
BmmansOeo M 468
OraMert » Co 468
Haokett John 4 Co.. 468
Hancock 4 Son 470
Harrison John 468
Heiss J B 473
Herr AM 468
Hopp 4 Lemke 468
47U
Logan av Greenh's '
Long Daniel B
Meadow View Green-
Taylor E J . ..
Weber H 4 Sons..
Whltton4 Sons.,
Wood Bros ,
Chrysanlhem
Beokerl T F
Cottage Gardens.
ElseleC
ElsalaJQ
Haokett John 4C
Hei8S J B
Hoyle AW
Hughes Geo J ..,
Long D B
Mellen Geo H Oo .
Smith N 4 Son . .
Smith WC
Wood Bros
MoBrido a!!!
Search W H.
Allen JK
Allen WS
Baker' W J '.'.'.'.'
DaloH
Dnmont & Co
Ellison Wm
Ellis 4 PoUaworth.,
lUlnoisCutFlowerCo 482
Easting WmF. .. ___
Kenntcott Bros Co. 482
Lynoh W E 48;
MoCanhy40o 48!
MoKellar Chas W... 48;
MIllaUK 4 Co 48'.
MUlangF 48;
N Y Cut Flower Oo, 48;
Pennook Samuel S. 48;
Purdy 4 Blanvelt. . . 48;
ReldEdw 48:
Reinherg Broa 48;
Rogers Park Fl Co.. . 48;
Rolker A4 F 48;
Sheridan W F 48:
Sutherland G A 48!
Traandly 4 Schenok 48:
Welch Bros 48:
Wore C. W 48:
Toung John 48;
Dahlias.
Cottage Gardens 47'
Peacock W P 48'
Vaughan'8 Seed Store 461
Tick4 Hill Co 47'
Daisy.
BeckertT F 47!
Schmidt J C4 Co... 47i
Decorative Gonils
Kvergreens, Cut
CrowlFern Co
Elliott WmH
Germain Fruit Co..
Nat Plant Oo
aickseokerOhaaH..
Schrader Gus
HllAnger Bros
MoOarthyN.F. 4 00.483
Rolker 4 Sons Aug. " '
Syraonse Pottery Oo
WhlUdln Poltary Oo
Storrs 4 Harrison Oo 469
0-|>ou»e Building,
tilatlng MaterlaU
OarmodyJD 481
Chadborn. Kennedy
Ooldwell-Wllc
Deltaoh A 4 C(
Gasser, JM...
Looktand Lumber Oo -
Lord 4 Bumham Co
Monlnger John 0 Oo 481
OrmsbvEA
Pierce FO Co
Plenty's Hortlcol-
Steams A T Lumber
Oo 4
Van Home Griffon
4Co i
Wolf A Q 4 Bro *
Wood Glass Oo t
Second Hand -3
Geraniums.
Baldwin A J t
Benedict Geo H i
Cottage Gardens i
Ellis 4 Pollworth... i
Everltt kinsall t
Mader. P (
McBride, A i
Mellen Geo H Co.... '.
Green liousea.
For Sale. To Lease... •
Hall Insnranot
rioristHaUAss'n.... '.
Baldwin A J i
Hughes, Geo. J 1
Hibiscus
Murphey E F
: Hill Co.
477
Hollyhocks
Elizabeth Nursy Co. 469
Vick ,& Hill Co 477
Boemer Fred 479
Hackett John 4 Co.. 468
Insectloldes and
Fungicides
Elliott Wm 4 Sons. 46C
Louisville Tob'ooOo 480
Skabcura Dip Co.... 4S0
Stoothoff H A 483
Mis
Baker Chas F..
Joosten C H
Mellen Geo HOo..
Merkel 4 Son
Pitcher & Manda.
Roehrs Julius
Slebreohl I
WlttboldGeo
Echeveria.
OttoGuetav
Exchange
Fryer F.
LeeWA
Waterstoue E S
Ferllllzera
American Jadoo Co,
476,
Peters John J Oo
Plowor Pota. ei
Ernest WH
Aachmann G..
BetscherBros.
477
Cunningham Jos H
Doyle J A
Ellis 4 Pollsworth.
Emmana Geo M . . .
Everltt 4 Insall....
Felthousen J E . . .
Harris 0 A 4 Co 477
Herr D K 467
Highlands Nursery. 469
Hughes Geo J 467
MoBethT A 479
Scott John 469
SeawanhakaGrbs^s. 479
Shepherd Mr
Dreer H. A 473
Elizabeth Nurs Co. . . 469
ElUs 4 Pollsworth.. 477
Helkes.WF.... '.'.'.'. 47S
Heiss JB 473
Hill EG4C0 484
Henderson, John Oo. 473
Jackson & Perkins
Co 473
Joosten OH 479
LongD B 472
Merkel 4 Son 473
Muore Frank L 473
Ouwerkerk P 469
ReinbergBros 473
Ruttle Bros 473
Smith Chas E 473
Smith WC 470
Storrs 4 Harrison Oo 469
Strauss 4 Co 484
Taughan's SoedStore 465
Woods Bros 467
Salvia.
McBride A 477
Seeila
BeaulleuH 470
Burpee WA 4 Co.... 466
Clucas& Boddlngton 466
Faust H G 4 Co .... 466
Gardiner John 4 Co. 466
Germain Fruit Co. . . 466
McAllister P EOo... 466
PlersonF ROo 466
Rolker A 4 Son 484
Schiller J L 466
Vaughan's SeedStore 465
Weeber&Don 466
Shrulis. Flowering
and Ornamental.
Highlands Nursery. 469
Joosten OH 479
Ouwerkerk P 469
Pitcher 4 Manda ... 469
Storrs 4 Harrison Co 469
Van Houtte Louis... 469
Smilax Plants.
BaUer. F. A 469
Boemer Fred 479
Herr AM 468
LongDB 47a
ReinbergBros 473
Smith W C 470
Sprinklers,
King 4 Enlght 481
Supplies and
fCeqillaltea
Bayeredorfer H 40o 484
Boston Letter Co . . . 479
CauBSe A L 480
Oonlay John & Son.. 483
Ellison W 483
Herrmann A 484
Kasting Wm F 483
Kannicott Bros Oo . . 482
Kuehn O A 483
McAllister F EOo.. 465
McCarthy NF400.. 483
McKoUar O W 482
Meyer Jno O 4 Co., .. 480
Reed 4 Keller 480
BIcsM 400 4711
Rolker A 4S0DS 484
SohlHA 480
SteffensE 480
SutherlandGeo A.. . 483
Welch Bros 480
Heiss'jB 473
Smith WC 470
Esler JG4 a'.....'.. 476
Florists' Shear Co. . . 480
JagerChaaJCo.. .. 480
King 4 Knight 481
Mineralized Rubber
Co 48:t
Pierce FOOo 481
Vegetable Plants
HargadineEC 469
Pullen Alex 469
Schmidt, J O&Co.. 469
Vincent R Jr 4 Son. 469
Wood Bros.,
467
Veibe
I Co. 466
Musllroom
Gardiner Johl
Scott Jno
Myosoti
Search Wm H...
Nursery Sti
Trees, Frt-lt
Elizabeth Nurs (
Highlands Nursery. 469
Pullen Alei
Storrs 4 Harrison
Herr Albert M
Jennings E B.
Kraua ME
477
Cooler Oo. 480
Vines andCllmhers
BaUerFA 469
Beaulieu H 470
Benedict Geo H 477
ConnellBenJ 479
Dann J H 4 Son ... 470
Dreer Henry A 47:)
Elsele O 484
Elizabeth Nurs. Co.. 469
Uel99 J B 473
Ouwerkerk P 469
Storrs 4 Harrison Oo 469
Tick 4 HillOo 477
Whltlon 4 Son 468
Vloleta
Anchorage Rose Co. 472
Boulon Fd 472
BurcerO 470
Oonnell BenJ 479
ElseleC 484
Hahn RF.... 472
HelBS J B 473
Herr AM 468
Markle Jos 472
Merkel 4 Son 473
Renard Jos 472
Sutton E B Jr 472
Walker J F 472
Waterstoue ES 472
Whlppany violet Frm470
Wanta 478
476
The F=i-orists' Exchange.
Ind.anapolis.
SratK nr Trade.
This city is having some gloomy
weather tor the florists. For nearly a
week it has V.)een wet and cool and on
Floi-ists enniplain of backward spring
trade, Tlv market is stocked with
plenty nf l.ciliUiiK- plants o£ both good
:i"'l iiii. Mil lily, and prices seem to
j;'i : n. Cut flower trade is
.liiiiii '.i.iiMh was married on April
i's. A ii>> iloiisttj were present at the
rtieptiun in tlie evening, seventy-flve
persons being seated at supper.
!<<■«■ Ilrni'i.
Visitors in the city were E. G.
Hill, ot Richmond, and Mr. Haugh, of
Stuart & Haugh, Anderson, Ind.
R. A. McKeand, florist tor the Depart-
ment ot Public Parks, reports that he
will have more than one hundred
thousand plants to put in the parks
this year, an increase ot 35,000 over last
year. Our infant park system has be-
gan to take shape that promises great
improvements in the next tew years.
Ut-rli-niiaiin Broi. protfct. tlleir crt-dilO'H.
On April 30 and May 1 Berter-
mann Bros, flled mortgages to protect
their creditors, to the amount of $8,000.
High rents and bad collections forced
them to take this step at the present
time to insure all their creditors, dollar
tor dollar, with interest on all notes
given.
On May 1 the Bertermann Floral Co.
was incorporated under the State laws,
with a capital stock ot $10,000. The
present stockholders are John Berter-
mann, W. G. Bertermann, Edward
Bertermann, Benedict Bertermann,
Walter Bertermann and George C. Stel-
horn, all of this city. This corporation
bought all the interests ot Bertermann
Bros, and will satisfy all mortgages
and accounts. On July 1 they will re-
move from their present store to a
building and conservatory being built
tor them on the old place on Massa-
chusetts Avenue. The storeroom will
be 34x27 feet, with two other rooms,
elegant basement and a greenhouse 73x
27 feet, fronting on Delaware Street,
giving them entrances on two promi-
nent streets. The best wishes of many
citizens follow the new company in
their venture. R. A.
Chicago.
Market News.
It is a hard matter to quote prices
or say anything of the condition of
trade the past week. If one went by
the price lists sent out tiy all but one of
the wholesale houses, it would be sate
to quote the asking price of roses at $2
to $4, a few as high as $5 per 100; car-
nations, 75c. to $1 for standard, $2 to $3
for fancy. The end of the previous
week and the beginning of this one
ing, and
is the
lists t
be of
it.le
Good roses have been selling on the
streets at 10 cents per dozen; even car-
nations were quoted above roses.
So tar, the present week opens with
moderate supplies. It is true, trade
among retailers is quiet, but there is
no sense in such fluctuations in prices
as have been the rule here recently.
Concerted action in this city appears
to be at a low ebb, and yet it is of the
utmost importance to the trade.
Trailing arbutus, in excellent condi-
tion, from Michigan, is selling at $3 to
$4 per 100 bunches.
Arounil Town.
C. S. Stewart, some time with
Kennicott Bros., is now with E. C. Am-
ling. whose trade is gradually increas-
A. H. Schneider, of Oak Park, is re-
joicing over the advent of a son and
heir. Mr. Schneider is enlarging his
sales greenhouse at Concordia Ceme-
tery.
Peter Hollenback. 159 Randolph, re-
ports his seed trade better than last
Andy McAdam is cutting fine spikes
ot white antirrhinums; they sell at 50
cents per 100.
B. H. Hunt will have, when com-
pleted, at 76-78 Wabash Avenue, a
splendid salesroom.
The failure of Bertermann Bros., of
Indianapolis, has caught some of the
wholesale houses in this city. The idea
seems to prevail, how^ever, that there
will not be much loss, ultimately.
Ubiluary.
Mrs. Elizabeth Naslund, mother
of Charles Naslund, was buried Tues-
day, May 4, aged 70 years. Death was
caused by pneumonia. She leaves two
sons and three daughters.
EDGAR SANDERS.
Toronto.
Club Nrw.
The April meeting of the Garden-
ers and Florists' Association was held
on the 20th ulto.. President Dunlop in
the chair. The Tariff Committee re-
ported that it had sent a requisition to
the Minister of Finance, at Ottawa,
asking him to put flowers, bulbs, corms,
tubers and rhizomes on the free list;
also palms and other stove and green-
house plants not otherwise specified.
The action of the committee was en-
dorsed by the association. Since their
meeting the new tariff has been pub-
lished, but the changes have not been
made. The committee has written to
the member for Toronto, who is a sup-
porter of the government, asking him
to bring the matter up while the dis-
cussion is on, and we hope he will be
successful in getting the wished-for al-
A committee was appointed to go
over the prize list of the Industrial Ex-
hibition Association and suggest any
changes they thought advisable. The
prize list is not altered very much from
last year's, and there is every indica-
tion of an extra fine show this autumn.
There has been considerable talk
about making amateur classes in all of
our shows, but the difficulty is to prop-
erly define an amateur. We find that
many who call themselves amateurs
are selling the products ot their gar-
dens and greenhouses, in competition
with those in the profession, and while
they do not make their living entirely
in this way, they add something to
their incomes. Some of them say they
just sell enough to cover their outlay
for fuel, seed, etc. Many think, how-
ever, that when a man begins to sell
the product of his garden he should be
classed as a professional. The Horticul-
tural Society is thinking ot taking this
matter up, and I expect there will be
considerable discussion on it before it
is settled. Many ot us would like you.
Mr. Editor, to give us your definition of
an amateur in the columns of The Ex-
change.
trade Notes.
Business has been fairly good and
all cut flowers have been plentiful.
The seed trade has been very
brisk this past few weeks, the stores of
J. A. Simmers, The Sleele-Briggs Co.,
Rennie and Keith, being constantly
crowded; while Grainger Bros., up
to\A'n, report business as being more
titan doubled over last year's.
.')ens lltms.
Charles Arnold, Queen St., re-
turned lately from New York, where he
had been tor a tew weeks with his fa-
ther, who was very ill. He brought the
old gentleman back with him and he is
getting well again very fast. There is
every appearance of fine displays of
bulbs in our parks this spring. All the
beds look strong and healthy and tulips
and hyacinths will soon be all in bloom.
THOS. MANTON.
Jadoo Fibre.
The manufacturers of this material
(The American Jadoo Co., Philadelphia)
are distributing circulars containing
numerous testimonials in favor of Ja-
doo from growers who have used it.
The following is a sample of the testi-
mony furnished by a well-known
Southern florist:
"So far everything has done better
and with less trouble than we have ever
had before. The terns make extraor-
dinary roots, as well as top growth;
they make longer fronds and better
color in '.Tadoo.' I have tried it on rare
and choice plants only. Palms also do
much better in it than in soil. They
make larger leaves and the color is bet-
ter. In all establishments where stove
plants are grown, I would strongly rec-
ommend 'Jadoo;' it brings out their
true color."
The firm has issued a pamphlet giv-
ing useful hints on growing plants and
seeds in this material.
J
The Right Cypress for
\ Greenhouse Material.
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} All of these different kinds are not suitable for greenhouse purposes. Do you ,
) know which kind is best and do you know that kind when you see it? If not you
i would belter buy from those that do knovy and will deliver exactly what they sell. We
i introduced Cypress for greenhouse construction and pushed it to the front. We know
1 all ai.out it. Kor fifteen years we have made a specialty of furnishing it. and during
A this time we have built up a reputation that we cannot afford to jeopardize We send
\ out the best only.
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satisfaction to all who try it. We can furnish It in 26 ft., 40 ft. and 60 ft. lengths, at 16 cts. per
foot with coaaections complete. References required from unknown parties.
Address J. Q. & A. ESLER, Saddle River, N. J.
t
CALIFORNIA RED CEDAR
A. DIETSGH I GO. 619 Sheffield Avenue. CHICAGO.
MANUFACTURERS OF
RED CEDAR AND CYPRESS GREENHOUSE MATERIAL.
WHEN WRiriNQ MENTION THE FLORISTS' CXCHAHGE
i
Franklin, Pa.
W. T. Bell soon lost sight of his stock
of camellias after his ad. in The Ex-
change. He has a fine spring stock— a
capital batch of hydrangeas for Memo-
rial Day. Business has been very fair
during the past season. W. M.
Oil City, Pa.
W. M. Deyoe intends to partly rebuild
after the spring rush and add a rose
house 60x32 feet. He reports a very sat-
isfactory Easter trade. W. M.
Chester, Pa.
death of his wife and child,
riously ill. He has been suffering from
erysipelas and his condition is critical.
BOOKS RECEIVED.
The Caiiadlan Horticultural Maga-
Kiue. — The first number of this maga-
zine has come to hand. It is published
by the Montreal Horticultural Society.
The issue before us contains several in-
teresting articles by well-known writ-
ers, among them Professor Craig and
Dr. T. H. Hoskins.
Nuts for Proflt.— By John R. Parry,
Parry, N. J.: This is a handy treatise
on the propagation and cultivation ot
nut-bearing trees, published by the au-
thor with a view to meeting the de-
mand for knowledge on this subject,
born of the increasing interest mani-
fested in this fascinating and profitable
industry. In addition to his own views,
Mr. Parry has presented those of writ-
ers in various sections of the United
States, thereby rendering the treatise
of general interest. The nuts dealt
with in the pamphlet are those most
familiar in our markets, and which can
be produced at a profit.
IMPROVED GUZINfl.
J. M. GASSER'S
PBTEUT Zmi! JQIHTS
For Butting Glass Without Laps.
Makes a Roof Air and Water Tight. Saves
Fuel. No Breakaife from Frost or Medium
Sized Hail. Mauutactured bj-
J. 1»I. GASSER,
101 Euclid Avenue, CIEVELAND, OHIO.
Wholesale and Retail Florist.
liVrlte for Prices and Circulars.
GROW PLANTS IN
I "Jadoo" Fibre. !
t WATER THEM WITH \
X "Jadoo" Liquid. I
♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦» ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»4*»
WHEN WBrriNO MENTIOH THE FtORI»T-8 CTOMWM
HEIIDEIISgil'S JLB CULTUIE.
THIS la a large twenty-four pasre book, with
Special Culttire dlreotions for over 200
varieties of Bulbs. It has been compiled with
great care, and Its Information Is accurate, re-
liable and up to the latest date. Thj5 book
should be In the hands of every Florlft.
POST-PAID for 26 oto.
THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
p. O. BOX, 1697, NEW YORK.
May 8, 1897.
The I=l-orists' Exchange.
477
..GERANIUMS..
A mixture of the best double or single for re-
tailing, $;i-26 per 100; JiU per 1000. Gen. Grant,
White Swan, S.A. N utt. La Favorite and others,
named, $2.5u per 100, $25 per 1000.
The above are nice stocliy plants, out of 2>4
in. pots, also have 3 in. stock at $3 50 per 100.
VlnoH variegata and Doiible Ivy Gerani-
ums, 3 in., $3.60 per 100.
Ceo. H. Benedict, Yorkvllle, N.Y.
WHEN WHrriHO WIHTIOH THt FLORISTS' CXCMAWM
ROOTED CUTTINGS.
eOOD STOCK. LOW PRICES FOR CASH.
10o[l"o'uO.°'oiruatr^°I VVm.''scuU. p'eVlUOU.' tv'ou
Chrraanlhe
per 100. Hydrnntfea varlesata, d<
llful, per auz.. »l.uu. Double white !
pots; Beionio .lletalUca. i in., eacl
quantity. Violets, Campbell, nne cli
I live, and Hill St., BROOKLYN, N
WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS' gXCHA
, tl.UO
Cheap, you seel
Geraniums, 40 Ijest varieties; Fuchsias, 8
varieties; Heliotropes, 3 varieties; Verbenas,
12 varieties; Coleus, Cuphaja, Daisy, Fever-
few, Salvia, Flowering Begonias, etc., ail
named, 2« in. pots, our selection, $2.00 per 100.
Carnations, Mrs. Fisher and others, $3.00
per 100.
Chrysanthemums, line stock, 15 varieties.
$3.00 per 100.
1500 English Ivy, rooted cuttings, strong,
$2.00 per 100.
Speak quick, send cash.
GREENE COUNTY FLOR&L NURSERY,
MAY OFFER
30(H) Coleus, good var 2 tO
5000 Pansles, dark colors; cold frames.. 1 00
SviOO Smilax, One plants ready, 2 in. pots. 1 60
300 Marguerites (Paris Daisy) 6 In. pots. 6 00
JOS. H. CUNNINGHiM, DELAWARE, OHIO.
$5.00 per 100.
UIDIO1. 50 per 100. 915.00
per ICIOO. Heliotrope, three vars., »I.CO per 100;
two vars.. 2L^ in. pots, $2..so per lOO. AKcrntuni,
Cope's Pet.. 75c. perKO. Pyrellirum. Little Oeni.
iKO'sWhlte. Sl.OUperlOO. Aliiie. Salleroi <;er-
luniM, In 2^1 Inch pots, »2.00 per 100. Mnrle
ulse VIolelH, In H inch pots In bud and bloom
0 per 100. Cash with order.
WM. J. CHINNICK, Trenton, N, J.
WELL ROOIED GUTTIIieS.
ir.ly I'i
paid. »l.(ll per 100 t
IS, $1.26 per 100 post paid;
niiideJrn Vlne'"noil!i. »1.00 per 100 by mall,
T. B. DAVIS & SON, Purcellvllle, Va.
478
Thb F^i-orists* Exchange.
SITUATIONS WANTED.
order. This rate applies <
W"^^rcl«l'
beddiEjK atufl'. State '
OITUATION wanted
>J place, well posted
aiid o'tahelte oranees! Statlnit partlcula
addreas Grower, care Florists' Eichanne.
HELP WANTED.
lY ANTED
An experienced commercial r'
Apply, with references.
MILLANG & CO., 501 Sixth Av<
^VANTED.
All assistant, understanding oommercii
Srreeahouse worlt. Growing roses. Address
Villa Lorraine Koserles, Madison, N. ,]
FLORISTS AND GARDENERS.
WaDted, for private and commercial places, snper'
51-52 No. Market St.. Boston.
A wide-awake man of a buHtling natur
ing to devote his undivided attention t
Dess : muBt be tboroughly reliable, and
highly recommended, one of goodaddr
GREENHOUSES WANTED.
"WANTED.
STOCK WANTED.
■WANTED.
3,000 Smilax Plants.
F. C. SCHWEiVfURTH, Bronxville, N. Y
"WANTED
STRONG ROOTED CUTTINGS.
100 Dracaena Indivisa, iS to 24 inches high.
5000 Roses, Hybrid, Bourbon, and Teas,
C. RIBSAM & SOKS, Trenton, Ki. J.
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
GREENHOUSES TO RENT.
five houses containing 3300 square feet, well bull
Plenty of water and eood loam. Good 'convenient
Address H. R. STEVENS. Dover.Mass.
GBEEHSESFOSSILEGIIEIP
AX RAMSBVS, N. J.
The W. J. Thurston range, consisting of two
liousea 103x16 feet, one house 130x20 teet, one
house 103xl0>i feet, one house 130x11)^ feet, and
one sash house 60x10 feet, all heated with
Hitchings & Co.'s Corrugated Fire Box Boilers,
pipes and flttinKS, and in addition to the above,
the heating apparatus, consisting of two No. 17
Boilers with pipes and fittings, is in place for
one house 103x16 feet and one house 134x20 feet.
There are two potting sheds and a stable on the
place which consists of about two acres of land
situated at Bamseys, N. J. The above property
to W. J. T°hurst'o^n,'J>n th°e premise'sfor lia^a?n^
care of The Florists' Exchakoe.
WHCN WRITINa MENTION 1
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
FLORIST PLANtIoR^AiI
BENNETT & CHAPLIN,
Colorndo Sprinns, Colo.
FLOWER STORE
stock and fixtures of a well located
New York City retail store will be dis-
posed of at a bargain in one lot or sepa-
rately. Call or address
SNTDER, 2SC Lenox Aye., New York.
FOR SALE.
Within two miles of New Yorls City, excel-
lent, fully equipped florist place ; 10,000 feet ol
glass. Hot water heat. Good water supply.
For further particulars address
OWNER, care Florists' Exchange,
FOR SAI.E OR RENT.
On easy terms; near Philadelphia, i green-
houses ; a 7 room dwelling house, lot 100x200 ft
For particulars address
Mr. Thomas Cartledge, 1514 Chestnut St.,
Philadelphia, Pa.
FOR SALE CHEAP. lffii«d%S^?i;","enT?J
N. Y. City, two story dwelUnji, 9 rooms, all heated
by steam. Good barn and dwelllDU for foreman.
Paying bualneea establiBhed. 5H acres of choice
land. Electric cara pass the door. Ill health the
cause for sellinK. For further particulars address,
B. J., Floriete' Exchange.
FOR SALE CHEAP.
?xtra good second-hand 3 and 4 inch pipe
r hot water heating.
W. H. SAI.TER, Rochester, N. T.
Printing...
We are outfitted to do
everything in this line
♦ required b)' the florist,
♦ the seedsman and the
♦ nurseryman, from an en-
♦ velope to the most stylish
kind of a catalog-ue. Write
L T. DE LA MARE PTG, and PDB. CO.
RHINELANDER BUILDING,
COR. ROSE AND DUANE STS. NEW YORK.
Baltimore.
Koffman, the smilax king, has been
here the past two days buying cypripe-
ums. He bought fifty specimen
plants from J. Pentland. Most of them
; in 14 and 16-inch pans. He has
picked up, the past three weeks, about
12,000 growths.
Mount Vernon, N. Y.
Arthur Dummett was married on
Wednesday, April 2S, to Miss Anna
Lau.
Utica. N. Y.
C. F. Seitzer grows the Farquhar vio-
let and not the Campbell, as stated in
last issue. The former variety has
given him great satisfaction.
St. Louis.
Utrket Krratic.
The listless and demoralized con-
dition of our market the early part of
last week was in sharp and direct con-
trast to the relative activity and pros-
perity with which it closed. Last Mon-
day, Tuesday and Wednesday brought
an apparently limitless supply of flow-
ers, but there was very little doing in
local circles and not enough shipping
trade to relieve the situation. Stock
was packed into refrigerators and cel-
lars until there was no more room, and
then the slaughter began. This condi-
tion prevailed until Friday, when re-
ceipts were lighter, aided by a demand
for funeral work and improved counter
trade. Saturday's receipts were sur-
prisingly light, and good stock sold
clear at sharp advances. On Sunday
there was not enough stock to go
around and to-day (Monday) finds the
market almost bare and prices ad-
vanced fully 150 per cent, over last
Tuesday's figures. Of course, this con-
dition cannot last. The weather is
warm and clear, and roses will again
be on in superabundance in a day or
two.
There %Yas no glut of select roses.
The great abundance flooding this mar-
ket was of the poorer grades, much of
which was mildewed. White stock was
most plentiful and poor sale until the
latter part of the week, when the de-
mand for funeral work moved some of
the surplus. Perle was in good demand
and clean toliaged stock found ready
purchasers. Bridesmaid, of good qual-
ity and condition, sold fairly well. Me-
teor is not of satisfactory quality. We
do not see the same fine color, large-
bud Meteor as were sent here last sea-
son. La France are quite plentiful and
of good quality, but they do not bring
their value. Testout, Whitney, Sie-
brecht and Morgan were mostly off
color and in poor condition. Tliey sold
at very low figures. Beauty, too, suf-
fered through the general decUne in
values. It is difficult to place a quota-
tion for them, as trade is limited, and
after the retailers' wants are supplied
the Greeks move the remainder. Sur-
prising as such a statement may seem,
it is a fact that at least 75 per cent, of
the Beauty sold here are disposed of by
fakirs.
Jordan has a crop of fine Jacqs. They
deserve all the praise that can be be-
stowed upon them. They are exclu-
sively Jordan's, never reach the whole-
salers, and cannot be quoted in the
wholesale market.
Carnations are an awful glut. Some
very fine flowers are sent to this mar-
ket now, but $1 per 100 was the top flg-
ure for them last week. Clean sales of
Daybreak of the very finest quality
could not be made at even this low
pric
.■hit
vere
but
there was more than enough of stand-
ard quality for all needs. The bulk of
the receipts sold at 50 cents, though
some went at $1 per 100.
The violet season is over; the few now-
sent in for sale should be kept at home.
The market on sweet peas declined
to 50 cents per 100; not because these
flowers were over-plentiful, but because
everything was low, and they were in
sympathy with the general market. W.
L. Hucke is sending in some fine
Blanche Ferry.
Out-door valley of good quality is in
evidence now and commands $2 per 100.
Von Sion, Romans and Dutch hya-
cinths are about finished. Harrisii
cannot be sold at any price. The low
figure of $2.60 per 100, made last week,
failed to move them.
Smilax is scarce; the price is firm at
$15 per 100.
Lilac is plentiful and sells at 2 cents
a spray.
Brtall Tr»de.
There was little to do the early
part of the week, but the dullness was
dispelled by the rush beginning Thurs-
day. Several large social events called
tor liberal quantities for decoration.
Funeral work was also plentiful.
BverylMdy seemed to have some of it
and some had a number of good-sized
orders.
Albert J. Bauer has sold his interest
in the Fleckenstein Floral Co. to Chas.
G. Fleckenstein and has gone into the
wholesale fruit business.
The Trillow greenhouses at Old Or-
chard, Mo., will be sold at Clayton
Tuesday, May 31. C. G. P. |
Boston.
Quiet. I
Rather quiet is the verdict among
the retail fiorists this week, yet the
stock coming in seems largely to be
disposed of to fair advantage. There
is little in connection with the market
worthy of comment, as things are mov-
ing along quietly and smoothly, and ,
business is taking the natural course
which is looked for at this season.
JottlDKS.
W. H. Long, recently of Doogue ,
& Co., will shortly visit New York City,
where he was formerly in business.
P. M. Springer, with the Twombly
Company, returned the first of the week
from a pleasure trip to New York and
Chicago.
Hay Exhibition, Hass. Hort. Socy.
The May exhibition of the Massa-
chusetts Horticultural Society was held
last Saturday and was of unusual ex-
cellence in several departments. The
large upper hall was well filled and
the cut fiowers, and especially the pot
plants, were of a very high order. It
was prize day for calceolarias and Mrs.
B. P. Cheney (John Barr, gardener) and
Jason S Bailey (William Donald, gar-
dener) carried off the honors with very
superior specimens. Kenneth Finlay-
son, gardener to Dr. C. G. Weld, took
all the prizes on named Indian azaleas
on well-grown and finely-flowered
plants. Among his collection were Lady
Polymode, Empereur du Bresil, La Vic-
toire, Bernhard Andreas and Bijou de
Paris. The same exhibitor showed a
collection of several dozen seedling am-
aryllis, less than three years from the
seed, which were remarkably beautiful,
and received the society's silver medal.
Both prizes for streptocarpuses went to
Mrs. B. B. Cheney for fine specimens.
A silver medal was awarded to Jason
S. Bailey for a fine plant of Dendro-
bium nobile Baileyanum. Dr. C. G.
Weld also showed a collection of boro-
nias and Saintpaulia ionantha. Don-
ald McKay exhibited a well-bloomed
plant of Mimulus (Diplacus) glutino-
sus, for which he received a certificate
of merit. Dr. C. G. Weld exhibited six
pots of ivy-leaved pelargoniums, which
were good, though small, and were
awarded the second prize.
Cakes Ames, Esq., showed a plant of
Cypripedium Marchioness of Salisbury,
C. bellatulum C. barbatum, which has
never before been exhibited in bloom in
this country.
The cut flower exhibit was excep-
tionally good for this season of the year
and included many collections of tulips
and narcissi, the prizes for which were
taken by the Bussey Institution and
Dr. C. G. Weld, about equally.
The show of pansies was good, the
first and second prizes going to Joseph
S. Fay and the third to Mrs. B. M. Gill.
Rea Brothers made an interesting
showing of hardy perennials and Dr. C.
G. Weld, James Comley, Mrs. E. M.
Gill, W. N. Craig, John Jeffries and
Oakes Ames made displays of cut fiow-
■s. There were also a number of col-
ctions of native flowers. The exhibi-
tion of vegetables was excellent.
Club News.
The May meeting of the Boston
Gardeners and Florists' Club, the last
before the summer vacation, occurred
Horticultural Hall on Tuesday even-
: with an average attendance. The
essay was on "Modern Bedding," by
Thomas H. Westwood, of the Forest
Hills Cemetery. The paper was inter-
ng and instructive, containing many
suggestions of happy combinations of
bedding plants and also pointing out
which are sometimes com-
mitted by people who do not combine
tudy and pains with their labor.
After the subject had been discussed
by Messrs. Jackson Dawson, Sanders
and others, the club voted to hold the
berry festival this year, as usual,
during the month of June, and Presi-
dent Grey, Vice President Anderson and
Secretary Dawson were appointed a
committee of three with full powers to
lect a date and make all necessary
arrangements.
Seed Trade Brisk.
The reports from the seedsmen
are very favorable, in some cases the
largest business on record having been
done this spring.
N. F. McCarthy & Co. are getting
their auction business in good rvinning
order. The hardy stock has largely
been disposed of and the bedding plants
are now beginning to come in.
W. K. W.
The F^lorists' Exchkngb.
479
Cincinnati.
Biilneu Dnsatlsrictory.
The cut flower trade in this city
during the past week has been anything
but satisfactory, and as to prices, it
was get what you could. The commis-
sion houses had good stocks, but many
fine flowers went to waste. Carnations,
for the first time during the season,
went begging.
gatiT SlomiK.
On Sunday a severe snow-storm
set in and continued nearly all day.
One party who wanted some out-door
valley was obliged to take a broom
and sweep the snow oft the bed before
he could find the plants. This will give
you an idea as to the extent of the
storm.
Our carnation growers who have
planted in the field are a little anxious.
Fortunately, we have had no freezing
weather with this snap, but fires here
had to be kept going. Lilac, out doors,
was all killed by a recent frost.
imoiK eronera.
B. P. Critehell's Sons have their
stock in good condition. They have one
house of sweet peas that are just com-
mencing to bloom and look as though
they would furnish a splendid lot of
flowers. The principal business done
by this firm is in the palm line. They
grow nearly all their stock from seed
and now have a fine supply of young
plants of Areca lutescens and Latania
borbonica. A bed of Eucharis amazon-
ica is a sight. The flowers are very
suitable for funeral work. The collec-
tion of ferns seen here is choice; some,
which are very rare and beautiful, date
back to the old Cincinnati Expositions.
Cycas revoluta is another specialty here.
Roses look well and are free from mil-
dew, which is quite a luxury in this lo-
cality at this time of year. Coleus is
also grown in large quantities.
The first consignment of chrysanthe-
mums was received by the writer dur-
ing the week from Nathan Smith &
Son, Adrian, Mich. Of course, you
must not think they were exhibition
blooms. Snapdragon was also received
in the same shipment and was quite a
novelty for this market.
The weather now is dark, cloudy and
cold, which will retard all kinds of cut
flowers, and, I hope, advance prices.
The outlook for the coming week is
brighter. E. G. GILLETT.
Pittsburg.
The condition of trade the past
week was none of the best. Stock of all
kinds was very abundant and prices
low, particularly for roses and Harrisii,
the latter being sold for 25 cents per
dozen; 50 cents bought good ones in the
markets. Carnations are about the
only stock remaining flrm in price.
The flrst out-door lilac is in and sells
well, but hurts the sale of other stock.
The weather since and including the
first of May has been abominable; it
was necessary to hold an umbrella over
the May pole, and it has been raining
every day up to the fifth with quite a
low temperature.
LOM b; Fire.
E. C. Ludwig had the decorations
for the Grant banquet last week and
suffered quite a loss, fire destroying
about J250 worth of decorative plants,
belonging to C. Koenig, and stands,
baskets, etc., amounting to quite a sum.
The fire was caused by a photographer
taking a picture by flash-light, the
blaze igniting the drapery used on the
ceiling, and in a few minutes the whole
room was ablaze.
L. I. Neff also had a narrow shave
from fire, being in close proximity to
the big fire which raged here Sunday
night, destroying property to the
amount of about $3,000,000.
Ai Oriental UnderUklng.
One of our daily papers had an
article about two well-dressed, mys-
terious Japs, who were looking about
our city, and seemed to be most deeply
interested in something, but nothing
definite could be learned of the purpose
of their inspection. When questioned
they either did not or would not un-
derstand. A rumor has it that they
were representatives of Tokio capital-
ists, who, realizing Pittsburg's import-
ance as a floricultural center, were ne-
gotiating for property on which to erect
buildings for the scientific culture of
Eastern flora, which none understand
so well as the Japanese.
E. C. REINEMAN.
S^F O
LAST CHANCE TO BUY
IMPORTED HARDY, FRAGRANT, DORMANT ROSES,
Iq following and other go-5d sorts, my choice.
Aonade Diesbach. John Hopper, Prince Camille Rohan
(Uroness Rothschild, Mme. Gabriel Luizet, Paul Neyron,
Pishsr Holmes, Magna Charta. Illrich RninnHr.
Oloirede Margottin,
All grown by the well
Association. Send estimates of your wani
Alsi a few Tree Roses, Japan Snowballs and Hardy Rhododendrons.
STOCK FAST SELLING OFF. FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED.
SUMMER FLOWERING BULBS.
GLADIOLUS BKENCHLEYEXSIS, bright scarlet.
Price per 1000, {6.00. By the case of 4000, per 1000, $5.00.
CYCAS KEVOLUTA, fine stems, only a few left.
6-13, 12-34, 24-36 inches.
and other Bulbs
C. H. JOOSTEN, Importer, 193 Greenwich St., New York.
SPECIAL PALM SALE
TUESDAY, MAY nth
-BY-
R. M. CARDNER & CO.,
199 FULTON STREET, N. Y.
FROn PROniNENT GROWERS.
MCNTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHaNGC
M. RICE &CO.,
Importers and Manufacturers of
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
25 N. 4th St., Philadelphia, Pa.
NEW FALL CATALOGtIK NOW READY
Boston Florist Letter Co.
FaBt«ner witn eacD leiwr or wora.
wholesaJe florista and supply dealers.
N. F. McCarthy, Treas. & Hanager.
..'".;■:'«. BOSTON, MASS. „ .Syj.W
■MCR WIUnNa MENTION THC noniSTS- CXCHANGI
fliaPElOPSIS MGIII.
Crozy, Florence Vang^han and Aliihonse
Bouvler, $1.00 per doz.; $6.00 per 100, all
fine 4 in. pot plants.
CRIMSON RAMBLER, 4 in., $2.00 per doz.
HONEfSCCKLES, Golden and Halleana, one
year, line, 50cls. per doz.
50,000 CALIFORNIA VIOLETS, ex. strong.
BENJAMIN CONNELL, Florist, Wast Grove. Pa.
BETSCHER BROS
OFFER
pe
1(10
1000
Geranium cultinc, aneaBsortii
r.m
112 60
Begonias, Amentea GuUala.etc.
:< iKi
25 00
Fine Daybrealc Carnallons,
R. C
Gladioli. F. Ex. W. and Lt
25 00
BETSCHER BROS.. Can.l D
OVER, O.
50,000SMILAX,^I.
1000. 'From 2 in. pots. »1.50 per 100, 113.0
Hrdrange
» 10.00 per 1
for Samples.' Cash with the
KR^BD. BOERNER, Cape May City, N.J.
Alternantheras, Begonias and Geran urns.
Allernnutberan, A. Nana, R. Nana. P. Majnrand
Versicnior. Voc. a 100, by mall ; H.OO a 1000. express.
Begonia Tburstonl, 50e. n dnz.: B A rgentea Gut-
tata. <0c. a doz.; Mixed Varieties, 40c. a doz.
Geranlnma. Mt. Snow. 50c. a doz: Paul Bruant.
$2.50 a lOU : USM a 1000 : Mme. Sallerol, <0c. a doz ;
»3.00a 100.
extra fine grown plants,
Hellotropea. Florence NlBhtineale.Snoi
*0o- a doz. Will pack licht. Cash wll
NoC.O.D. A. J. BALDWIN, Newar
Begonia.
.$3
Lemon Verbena. Strong .... 2 50
Chrysanthemums. Standard vars. i 50
Russellia Juncea, 2^2 in., strong. 2 50
Vinca. Variegated, I'yi in. pots . . i 50
Alternanthera. Three varieties . i 50
Coleus. Twelve varieties i 50
Palm, Latania Borbonica, per
1000, $25 00 3 00
THOS. A. McBETH, Springfield, 0.
DON'T GET LEFT
But Gel Your Orders in tor Rooled Cuttings.
Per lOOO
Coleus VersohatTeltii and Golden Queen. .$6 00
Coleus in variety 4 00
Ageratam, Dwarf, Blue and White 5 00
Qeraninms, flowering sorts 12 00
Heliotrope, B varieties 8 00
Salvia Splendens 10 00
POTTED PLANTS. Penoo
Fuchsias, in fine shape, 3 inch pots $3 00
" 4 inch pots 6 00
BegonlaVerDOn,GreatBedders,2;^ii..pols2 60
Geraniums, flowering sorts, 2t^ inch pots,
$20.00 per 1000.
Geraniums. Gen. Grant, 3 inch pots,
$ lO.OO per lOOO. 600 at 1000 ral es.
Vinca Varlegata, 2 inch pots $3.00 p?r 100
4 " 8.00 " 100
Casli with Order.
J. E. FELTHOCSEN, Sclienectady, N. Y.
cs-oo
svoo
Acalyptaa Macafeeana, 2H inch pots
Actiyrantties, in three varieties, 2i/o inch pots
Alyssnm, Tom Thumb and Giant, double 2V2 inch pots.
Aralla papyrifera, 2)^ inch pots
Beg:oiilas, fine ussorttnent, 2V^ inch pots
nderson
Explorateur Crampbel, 3 inch pots..
"■ ■ " " "nch pots
Charlotte, 3 i
Comte de Bouchaud,
Professor, 3 inch pots
Assorted, our selection, 3 inch pots
Chaenostoma Hlsplda, 2^ inch pots
Clirysanttaeninnis, hne a.ssortment, 2V2 met
Frutescens Hallerii Aurea, 2H Inch pots....
coleus, Verschaffeltii and Golden Bedder. 3!^ ii
10 leading varieties, 2H inch pots
Cyclamen giganteum, to color, 2!^ inch pots..
GIganteii
Persicum, from flats, strong
The above are from the very floest
8 00
WOO
300
Draceena indivisa, 5
Indivisa. 6 inch pots.
Draco, 4 inch pots...
Ivy,4lDCh pots 6 00
Uose, 3 inch pots 4 00
Rose, 2^^ Inch pots 3 50
Mme. Sallerol, 2H inch pots 3 60
vy, strong, 2V4 inch pots 2 60
Grevlllea robusta, 4 inch pots 16 00
Maranta, li-color, stronif, 2^ inch pots 5 00
Musa Kiisete, large plants, 13 inch pots, {2.00 each ; 5 to 8 inch
pots, 50 els. to 75 cts. each. The above are strong plants, have
been carried over cool, are now making a strong growth, and
will make specimen plants this season.
•100
of red procurable.
TRADE l,IST FREE ON APPHCATION.
Cash with order from unknown customers or C. O. D. Orders
ig to I5.00 and over, F. O. B., N. Y. City.
SEAWANHAKA GREENHOUSES
JAS. C. CLARK. Supt.
P. O. BOX 34.
OYSTER BAY,
QUEENS CO.,N.Y.
WM. L. SWAN, Prop,
480
Thb F=I-0RISTS* Exchmnge.
'WELCH BROTHERS,
DEALERS IN
°' ""'"^!;L'1.X';a'T;,?irarasciJ'--^<=' '™'" FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
IS Province street, I b^ctom
Apply for quotations to 9 Cnapman Place, l BUSIUN.
AMnoe I #«Alloop Wire DesiKos, Wheat Sheaves, Baskets, Im-
**"*"» t k. OAUaoB, mortelles, Cape Flowers, Cut Flowers, Boxes,
New York.
I to meet com'
WMHWRmHO MtNTlOW TWE FURIST-S EXCM«NGe
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and drink to plants. Revives drooping plants, strengthens the weak and nourishes
the strong; above all, it increases the size, causes greater profusion of bloom, and
heightens the colors of all Flowers and Plants. Can be used on Flowers or Plants
that are grown in Earth or "JADOO" FIBRE.
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The supply at the present time is limited to 50 Tons
Fibre and 1500 Gallons Liquid per month.
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Testimonials and Prices furnished on application to
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en The l.est for florists,
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It like other Coras. Maae also in fancT
colore for tying purposes. Send for samples and prices.
JOHN C. MEVER & CO.,
87 Summer Street, BOSTON, MASS., U. 8. A
WHEN WHITING MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
Business Is Slow.
The weather now inclines to moist
and rainy on most days, but continues
warm enough to rapidly advance out-
door growths, which have assumed a
greatly changed appearance in but a
few days. Hyacinths, out of doors,
quickly bloomed, and with tulips only
a few days behind, showing an advance
over average years in this latitude of
eight to ten days. The weather con-
ditions favored such out-door flowers.
Pansies now reign in the lawn and
porch vases of our flower lovers on the
leading avenues.
Business is hardly good. Society does
not seem interested now in what de-
mands the use of flowers, while funer-
al orders are light.
Flowers are rather over-plentiful, in
fair quality, some going unsold on some
days, and with buyers' choice of condi-
tions generally the rule.
Nen Wholesale House.
A new wholesale concern under
the name of The Buffalo Cut Flower
Exchange, with S. Pickelman as man-
ager, has opened up at 481 "Washington
Street.
Recent callers included W. Rolker,
Mr. Anderson, representing A. Rhotert,
of New York City; Park Commissioner
Harry Balsley. Detroit; William Hage-
man, and S. S. Skidelsky, Philadelphia.
VIDI.
Professor J. F. Cowell is experiment-
ing in heating frames with hot water,
in place of manure. A small up4-ight
boiler is used; two flow and two return
2-inch piping — 2x5 bearers — 7-inch bend-
ing, upon which a little sphagnum is
placed, to keep up a moist temperature.
It is a cleaner, and perhaps cheaper,
method of heating. The new aquatic
house will probably be used as a forcing
house so soon as the new conservatories
are completed. The sum of $100,000 has
been appropriated for this purpose, and
the houses will be erected this summer;
plans and estimates are now in order.
Several students are domiciled here,
and in addition to a botanical educa-
tion, they will obtain a practical insight
into raising the every-day or commer-
cial plants. Some twelve hundred Alpine
and herbaceous plants are planted and
being planted in a border, which has a
ilear sweep one-half mile in length, and
varies from 10 to 40 feet in width, ter-
minating in a natural grove, wherein
every native plant will be encouraged
to make its abode, A rivulet rippling
through the midst of this and emptying
into a pool, shadowed by overhanging
trees, and containing hardy aquatics, is
one of Mr. Cowell's pet ideas.
In the Alpine rockery Arabis alpina
is in bloom and very attractive. It is
pure white, on the order of sweet alys-
sum. It did not do well the first year,
but is thriving the second year. A
pretty and profitable plant is Euony-
mus americus vai-. ovatus, easily prop-
agated. The first plant was procured
by Mr. Cowell when last in Canada.
The Canada thistle has introduced it-
pelf and has already been the cause of
many hard expressions.
Upon the verdant terraces thousands
of crocus, dotted here and there, are in
full bloom, and the admiration of the
throngs of visitors.
Covent Garden at this season will be
in a blaze of glory, made with pelar-
goniums and fuchsias, principally. This
is not the market of the great metrop-
olis, but I venture to assert that the
pelargoniums being grown by William
Scott and the fuchsias of Chris. Chris-
tensen are not surpassed, if equalled,
by the best growers on the other side.
These two classes of plants are becom-
ing more popular each spring. They
can be grown cheaply and profitably
and come in at a period when blooming
plants in pots are not very plentiful.
Zonale geraniums are also grown as
specimens, as also in vast numbers to
plant out.
At Corfu Mr. Scott is encouraging the
propagation of wild fowl. Hither he
hies himself to shoot and to escape the
assaults of the drummer, as, being of a
peaceful nature, he cannot resist their
persistent attacks. I learn his carna-
tions are looking well under the care
of his son. Alec. He intends adding to
the plant this season.
Mr. Christensen will retire from ac-
tive life for a while after July next; but
we shall doubtless see him in the arena
at no distant date. (I mean, of course,
the commercial ring.) Chris, cannot
remain long out of business. W. M.
The F=lorists' Exchhnge.
481
LORD & BURNHAM CO.,
HORTICULTURAL ARCHITECTS AND BUILDERS,
6REEP0DSE HEflTIHII PP VEjiTILPTlHi;,
Horticultural Architecture and Building.
M Hlch**« i
1 poBtage for lUnBtrated CataloRue.
XjOJEIID Sc BTJK3Sri3:.A.DV^ CO.,
ARCHITECTURAL OFFICE, 160 FIFTH AVE., COR. 21>t STREET, MEW YORK.
FaccorTi IrrlBEton-on-HndBon. New Turk. Hentlon paper
"j pitching^^Gi
ESTABLISHED 1844.
233 Mercer Street, NEW YORK
FIVE PATTERNS OF BOILERS.
NINETEEN SIZES,
Perfect Sash Raising ipparatus.
Rosehouses, Greenhouses, Etc., of Iron
or the Structural Iro
ped ready for (
Iron Frame Benches with the
Perfect Drainage Bench Tile
j^ention paper or Slate Topa.
HEMD 4C. POSTAGB POR II.1.VSTRAXED CAXAtOGCE.
Imi laprovel Chlle&gs.
Boiler bearlns, self-oillntr devtse
makes Lhe IMPROVED CHAL
LBNGB the moat perfect appa
ratus In the market.
Write for catalogue and prlcei
before plaolDg your orders elBo-
Quaker City Machine Co.,
RICHMOND. IND.
SUMMER M WINTER
By Ualng
Standard Greenhouse Boilers
One cent gett onr Catalogue.
GIBLIN & CO.. . Dtlca. N. T
^ Chadborn's Automatic ^
X ^' — *■'"*"- ^ V
f CHADBORN, KENNEDY & CO. ?
J NEWBURGH, N. Y. J
.f*^,fi,
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ASS.
FOR GLAZING GREENHOUSES. SUPERIOR TO PUTTY IN EVERY WAY.
lardened by the extreme beat or cold that a greenhouse ts constantly subjected to both insidi
u-esela
1 elastic so that it Is not 1
iug tima and expense. With Mastica cai
Alastica and Itlnslica Glazinc Machine were given
HIGHEST AWARD OF SOCIETY OF iMERIG&N FLORISTS AT PITTSBURG, 1895.
Put up in gallons, $1.00. Half gallons, 60 cts. Quarter gallons, 36 cts.
Mastical Glazing Machines, $1,00 each.
Send for full de.'crlptlve circular and testimonials. AgentH in nil the principal cities.
F. 0. PIERCE CO., Sole Manufacturers, 170 Fulton St., New York.
immioN, \mm
It will be to your advantage to look
into t/ie merits of the Scollay
"Invincible" Hot Water Boiler.
It IS all that its name implies, ana
don't forget it.
Cuts and full information mailed
on application.
JOHN A. SCOLLAY,
74 & 76 MYRTLE AVE.,
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK.
CYPRESS
BBEEHHOeSE
MATERIAL
41 2 TO 422
^HAWTHORNE AV.
.Hii^o.iay- OF ANY DESCRIPTION.
SEND FOR CATALOGUE.
WHIN WRn INS MCNTION THl FtORIST-S CXCHANOC
IK YOU yVATiT
A GOOD SASH LIFT
For a Very Little Money Get
f^iwy NEW DEPARTURE" "^^^
K VEMTIL^TING f\PPL)flNCE>
For Descriptive CataloifU
J. D. CARMODY, Evansvtile, Ind.
TRADE GREENHOUSES.
THE BEST MADE.
"Florists" Get Your Plans and Estimate from
PLENTY'S HORTICULTURAL WORKS,
148-156 Randolph'JAve., JERSEY CITY, N.J.
WHCH wRrriNa mention the rtARisrs* cxchangc
STANDARD
NONE
EQUAL IT
IN
Strength
AND
Durability
, CWRE$S ,
I IS MUCH MbRE DURABLE |-HAN PINE.
SASH BARS/
TO^C FEET >N LENGTH orLON'gER.
REENHOUSE
AND OtHER BUILDINO MATlERIAL.
\ SeoV'"-"""- Illustrated fiooK
i Send iWur S|>eci(>l GreenhouWcfrlcuUr.
JTheXt STear5v5 Qjmbeil- (b.
VENTILATING MACHINE.
NOTHING
Flimsy
OR
Complicated
about it.
HIPPARD. YOUNGSTOWN. OHIO-
482
1 J. K. ALLEN,
I VVhoiasas Commissign Dealer in
CUT FLOWERS,
67 W. 28th St., New York.
Orders by mall or televrapb promptly attended
to. Telephone Call, 382 38th S(
ROSES AND VIOLETS SPECIALTIES.
Thb F^lorists* Excht^nge.
W. S. ALLEN,
17 West 28th St., New York.
FITZGERALD ft HAMMOND,
(Late with Theo. Roehks),
Whelcaal* Oommlsslon Dealer* In
Cut Flowers,
115 West 30th Street,
Conaignments Solicited. NEW YORK.
FORD BROS.
WHOLESALE FLORISTS,
in West 30th Street,
NEW YORK.
ConelpiiiieatB Solleited. Tslophone 26(
WM. H. CUNTHER,
Wholesale Florist I
VIOLETS AND CARNATIONS A SPECIALTY.
1 Solloltod.
30 West 29th St., New York.
Telephone, 2300— 38th Street.
H. A. HOFFMANN.
Wholesale Florist
54 W. 38th St., NEW YORK.
Telephone Call, 1847 18th St.
American Beauties, Carnatltns, Whiti Violets,
Specialties. CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED.
EDWARD C. HORAN,
WHOLESALE • FLORIST,
No. 34 W. 29th St.. New York.
JULIUS LANG,
Wholesale Florist
' 53 WEST 30th ST.
Consignmenta Solicited. NEW
Wholesale Dealer in Cut Flowers.
We nre Headquarters for finest Carnationa and Roses, Violets, Valley, Romans, Sm
Adlantum. Best selected stock reserved tor shipping orders. Send us your name for
Semi- Monthly Price List.
19-21 RANDOLPH STREET, CHICAGO.
CHAS. W. McKELLAR,
WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORIST
Largest and beslmarket in Chicago. Constant supply of all seasonable flowers.
Consignments of first grade goods Bolicited. Complete stock of Florists'
Supplies, Wire-work, etc. All orders given prompt attention.
Telephone, Main 11«9. 45, 47, 49 WABASH AVENUE, CHICAGO. ILL.
ED. F. WINTERSON, Manager.
MILLANG & CO.,
Wholesale Gominission Florists,
501 Sixth Avenue,
Corner 30lh Street, NEW YORK.
BjANCH CUT FLOWER EXCHANQE.
A. Beanty, fanoy and special .
Bridesmaid ...
K. A. Victoria.
La France, extn
Magna Charta
Mme. Testoat —
Mrs. P. Morgan . .
Nlphetos, Hoite.
Papa aontler
f All colors, inferior grade
( White
Standabd 1 Pink
(The blKhel
, Yel. 4 Varie
( White
3 Pink..
Lilt or THE Vai,i.bt
MiaHONETTW .
NABciasuB, Von Sion
Golden Spur..
ROKAH Htaoihths
7. 1897 May 6, 181)7. May
: 00 to 6.00
OHiflAoo Si .Louis
1897. May 6, 1897. Apr. 21, 1897.
) to 60.00
I to 6.0C
I to .76
40.00 to SO. 00
For Prices of Fancr and Special Stocli see onr Correspondence Columns.
Prices are for quantities of one hundred unless otherwise noted.
Prices quoted above are given only after very careful inquiry, and while we do
gnarantee their accuracy, they will be found practically correct up to the date mentioned.
Wholesale Growers of Cut Flowers. .
500,000 Feet of Glass. ..
We can fill all orders on short notice with all leading varieties of ROSES and
CARNATIONS. We are headquarters for fine AMERICAN BEAUTIES.
Give us a trial and convince yourself.
SALESROOM 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO, III.
SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, "f^l^orMt"
YELLOW DAISIES by the thousands, fine flowers, long stems.
WHITE AND PINK SWEET PEAS, fl.50 per 100.
We are still headquarters for finest and best varieties of CARNAXIONS.
I6I2-I6I4 Barker St. Bet. chestnut & Market sts. Philadelphia, Pa.
Illinois Cut Flower Co.,
J. B. DEAMUD, Manager.
WHOLESALE COMMISSION ELORISTS,
51 Wabash Ave., Chicago.
Consignments Solicited..
KENNIGOTT BROS. COMP&NY,
Wholesale -Cut 'Flowers,
88 -WabasH Avenue,
CHICAGO, ILU
WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY.
FRANK MILLANG,
Wholesale Commission Dealer
....in Cut Flowers....
408 East 3otss.
Price LIstt
xtra disoounts. All our Pots, from 7 in. and upwards, have
our Patent Eloeleior Bottom, which is a great advantage, as It InsureB perfect drainage.
A FULL LINE OF BULB PANS.
THE ■WHILLDIN POTTEEY CO., 713 to 719 'Wharton Street, PHILADELPHIA.
BRANCH HOnSBS: | "^""cyeon a" ve.^nd'p ef '^■'^'^•.■'^"•>' Clt?, N.J.
GLASS
FOR GREENHOUSES, CONSERVATORIES, GRAPERIES, HOTBEDS AND
FLORISTS' USE GENERALLY, AT LOWEST RATES.
L.. HKRRIS 8t SON.
497 W. BROADWAY, NEW YORK, 89 LIBERTY ST., NEW YORK
GLASS!
For Greenhouses, Conservatories,
Graperies, Hotbeds and all other
purposes, at Lowest Rates.
N. COWEN'S SON 392 & 394 West Broadway, New York.
~ 156 So. Fifth Avenue.
GLASS!
Formerly 154 and
' Figures before buying Qlaaa.
Betimatea Freely Chiveiu
THE VAN REVPER
PERFECT CLAZIERS' POINTS
HENRY i. DREER, 714 Chestnut St., Piiiia., Pa.
LASS.
^-5^ - I
OO.
American Flag, Mrs. Fairman Rogers, Chicag. Jolumbia, Queen
Charlotte, Golden Queen, Primo, Salmon Queen, Scarlet Gem and
Rosalind at $2.00 per doz.;J $12.00 per 100. All good strong plants
from 4 in. pots, now ready. ^Z~::z^^^.. »lfaai';ilL-j^ ■ -'-u ,:^^St^^iSil^4S,^„
Also Alphonse Bouvier, Charles Henderson, Egandale, Florence
Vaughan, J. D. Cabos, Madame Crozy, Paul Marquant, Wm. Elliott,
at $1.00 per doz.; $7.00 per 100. Strong, 4 inch stock. --,,,^i„ bci!»iai»fe&a
JOHN N. MAY, Summit, New Jersey.
BEGONIAS, TUBEROSES and GLADIOLI.
I PBAftu tYiberc
$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $
LILIUM LONGIFLORUM
....JAPAN :CROWN...
CO?»X«ACXS for smill and large quantities closed nov
Prices to meet competition. Don't overlook this, but write I
Crop is going to be short.
mporter and Exporter of OML.Y superinr
quality of FloriBtB' supplies.
$ $ $ $
JERSEY CITY, N. J.
$ $ $
LARGEST AND BEST STOCK OF
PREPARED CYCAS LEAVES
TO Be FOV?eroses, Excelsior Dtvarf Pearl No.
G. H. JOOSTEN,
193 Greenwich St., New York.
rie rLORISTS- EXCHANOI
I CLDCAS & BODDINGTON CO., |
' Importers, Exporters and Groirers* Agent. ot$
Plants, Seeds and Bulbs, |
501 and 503 1V. 13th St., |
Telephone Call, 403 ISth St. NEW YORK CITY.t
SUMMER FLOWERING
^BULRS.^
CHIS. H. ALLIN, Floral Park, M. Y.
SEEDS for Profit
, EFSwectPeasi
T Wholesale Catalog-ue on application. S
I WEEBER & DON, "'i^i^^ZfeT *
J 114 Chambers St., New York City. ^
f er 100
Gladioli, choice mixed 10 85
Madeira Vine Roota 75
Tuberosea, Pearl. i>^6}4 60
OxnIlB. Unest mixed , 60
Caladlum, medium 3 00
lar,ie 6 OO
Dahlia, mixed colors 5 00
SWEET PEAS. EoWord'a mixed, per Ib. ... 20
H. G. FAUST & CO.,''^.M.«n^?.„MS;"#i:
WHEN WRITINQ M'-'^TION THE FLORIBT'S CXCHANaC
nmsmMT
ILL BULBS AHB PUHTS
For Summer and Fall Delivery, Quoteit
at Very Low Rates.
FREE ON BOARD CARS OR BOATS
NEW YORK CITV.
HDLSEBOSCH BROS,, Englewood, M. J
Prize-Winning
DAHLIAS
AN UNPRECEDENTED RECORD.
23 First Prizes, Certificate of Merit, 2
Diplomas, and highest mention everywhere.
If you want the "Very best Dalilla»
that bloom, send for our 1897 descriptive trade
list now readj'. Address
W. p. PEACOCK,
Dahlia Specialist, ATCO, N. J.
Pure White Dahlia,
BRUANTII
is without question tlie best payer for
Florists.
21/^ in. pots per 100 |.5.00
3J.2 " perdoz. 1.00
Rooted cuttings per 100 3.00
Other good varieties. . .per 100 5.00
Cash witli order, please.
ALBERT KNAPPER,
Frankford, Phlla., Pa.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
May 15. '897.
)<■
The F=!i-orists' Exchange.
487
SEED TBIIDE REFOBT.
Polnta and Information from seedBmen. and all
Interested la this column, solicited. Address
Editor Smd Tradb, care of Florists' Bx-
OHANOC, P. O. Box 1697. New Tork.
Sceil Trade Assoclntlon — The an-
nual meeting of the American Seed
Trade Association takes place at the
Ebbitt House. Washington. D. C June
8, 9, 10 next. An interesting programme
has been prepared, which includes sev-
eral papers by well-known experts; also
provides tor a full discussion of the
government free-seed distribution and
Ltina Beans in CaIlfornia_There
are 3,000 acres less land devoted to lima
beans in Ventura, the principal bean-
growing county of California, than last
year. Farmers say that sugar beets
pay better than beans and are growing
the former on land heretofore used for
beans. It is claimed the three counties
of Santa Barbara. Ventura and San
Luis Obispo can supply all the beans
and mustard demanded in the United
States.
Seed Crops on Lonjc; Island — The
outlook for the grower is by no means
as favorable as it was when we made
a report two weeks ago. That report
was barely in type before we had a
sudden fall in temperature, the ther-
mometer indicating seven degrees of
frost, the effect of which is beginning
to be severely felt.
Kale has .suffered more than any
other crop: its growth has been
checked, in some cases to such an ex-
tent that the whole crop has been
ploughed under. The dry, cool weather
of the past two weeks has been unfa-
vorable to the growth of the pieces put
in late. There was a large acreage
planted, so we are in hopes there will
be sufflcient for filling all contracts;
but there will be none left over for
early sowing in ISOS.
Turnips are looking badly, the mag-
got having commenced its deadly work.
This, however, will not have the slight-
est effect on the turnip seed trade of
our country, as there is but little grown
in this section.
Rutabagas are looking better and
there is every prospect of a good crop.
Cabbage never looked better, as a
whole. Of course, there are some poor
pieces, but the indications are favor-
able. This, however, is a crop upon
which no calculations can be made.
Blight, stem-rot and maggot are ene-
mies that may be looked for until the
crop is ready for the harvest. But the
deadliest foe. with us, is a heavy and
continued rain when the plants are in
flower, which destroys the little beetle,
the agent of fertilization, without
whose help we should have but little
seed.
Fall-sown spinach suffered somewhat
from the cold snap, but is recovering
and there is every prospect of a good
yield. The spring-sown crops are look-
ing splendid and we look for a large
European Notes.
TfgelatlOB Backnard.
Favorable weather has arrived at
last and vegetation is active in all di-
rections. Compared with 1896, we are
fully two weeks behind, but as the land
is moist beneath the surface we are in
a comparatively better position.
Radish, cress, spinach and mustard
are now showing through the ground
in all but very exposed situations. The
Brassicas, etc., sown for 1898, are also
in evidence; but very early sowings of
Bru.ssels sprouts and giant cauliflower
have been cleared off in many places by
fly. The destructive effects of the fre-
quent spring frosts are apparent on
every hand, but none of our crops has
suffered to the same extent as early
turnips and rutabagas. In some of the
most favored districts, particularly in
England, whole flelds have been cleared,
and those where the plants are still
standing present a very sorry appear-
ance. The low estimate of the probable
crops of these two articles already
given in the notes is more favorable
than the appearance of the plants war-
rants us in expecting to-day.
both
New Nastartiums.
The boom in nasturtiums
sides of the Atlantic has given an Im-
s to the trade in bedding tropaeo-
3. Where a definite effect is aimed
tiese are to be preferred to nastur-
tiums, which are at all times liable to
port, and they have also this further
recommendation that with a little care
they can be had in bloom nearly all the
year round. The Royal Horticultural
Society, of London, has bestowed its
ard of merit on the following: Cool-
gardie, a pure, bright, yellow; Mrs.
Sanderson, a rich, ruby crimson, early,
very free flowering, with an agreeable
perfume, and Phoebe, a dark shade of
buff, with deep crimson blotch, the pet-
als beautifully cut and fringed. The
last-named is very similar to a variety
handed to the writer by Mr. Gleason. at
Boston, in 1890, and appears to be the
only thing of the kind in commerce.
James's work In Hybridizing Cinerarias.
James, of Cineraria fame, has en-
tered the ranks of the hybridizers, re-
ferred to a few weeks back, and judg-
ing by the plants exhibited by him on
April 27, his efforts have been very suc-
cessful. The first step consisted in hy-
bridizing C. hybrida with C. cruenta,
the result being flowers rather larger
than C. cruenta and distinctly marked
with some of the more clearly-defined
colors of the hybrid strain. The sec-
one step consisted in hybridizing this
cross with C. lanata. The results of the
last effort are both interesting and
beautiful, and one variety in particular
should have a great future before it.
The plant is of vigorous habit and ele-
gant form, throwing out numerous
branches with long stems, which are
covered with a white, downy substance,
and terminate in large flower heads of
white flowers, about one and one-quar-
ter inches in diameter. There is a very
faint shade of color in the centre when
the plant is standing in a clear light,
but for all general purposes the flower
is white. Its elegant form will render
it very valuable as a pot plant, while
the long stems and the color render it
serviceable for every branch of the flor-
ist's art. Unfortunately, it does not ap-
pear to produce pollen, so for the pres-
ent, at any rate, the seedsman must
take a back seat; but those who also do
a trade in plants should not have any
difliculty in obtaining a supply.
EUROPEAN SEEDS.
THE ORMSBY SYSTEM
LOOK IT OVER THOROUGHLY.
mHIS system consists k£1VV£^
one and two years. Bnds can be supplied of
these also, either from nurseries or orchard trees.
Have all the leading Japanese varieties. Abundance,
Burbank, Chabot. Satsunia, Wlllard anl ottiers :
aiflo the new Red J line and Wickson in cood supply.
Usual supply also of AHpnrnKiitt Kootc loolTer.
ALEXANDER PULLEN.Mllford Nurseries. Miltord. Del.
WHEN WRmNQ MEWTtON TM ErLplLIST«"_ t X C H A N G_F
VEGETABLE PLANTS.
Jersey Wakefield. Kariy Summer and Red Cabbage,
»i.O0per 1000. Cauliflower (Snowball). »2.50 per
PPETinTfBUCtiBS
3 to 3 feet $3.00 per 100
IK to 3 feet 2.00
AmpelopsisVeitchiiiE
QCEEKJ CHARLOTTE, 4 in. pots,
S6.00 per loo. alphonse
BOVVIER, raniE. CROZV,
CHAS. HElSDERSOKi, 4
III. pots, Ss oo per loo,
EMPRESS OF CHINA ROSES,
LATANIA BORBONICA,
3 in. pots, $3.50 per 100.
THE ELIZABETH NURSERY CO.
BLIZABETH, N. J.
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Wliolesale Naraerjmen »nd Florist*,
Can show u fine blocks of Fruit and OrnamonUl Troet, Vines, Shrubs. Boset as <
found In the V. S. We ((row ] million Roses and million of plants aonually. Tra
free, Correepundenco BoUoited. Mention pape
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ii»t 7
488
The F=i-orists' Exchange.
Hail and Fire Insurance.
John G. Esler, secretary of the Flor-
ists* Hail Association, tallced on this
sul)ject before a small but appreciative
audience at the meeting of the New
York Florists' Club, held Monday even-
ing. May 10. At the outset of his dis-
course, Mr. Esler read an account of a
Texan hailstorm, given in the daily
press, wherein it was stated that some
of the hailstones there weighed from
three to four pounds, and during the
progress of the storm forty-two persons
were killed by the hail. "This," said
he, "was pretty tough, but it ought to
frighten some of the fellows who are
not yet members of our association."
The speaker stated that the Florists'
Hail As.sociation was organized June 1,
1887, so was within twenty days of the
first decade of its existence. It came
into being somewhat under a cloud.
The S. A. F., as a body, had refused
to father the project, and some of the
more venturesome spirits started it on
their own hook.
To-day the association insures over
eight and a half million feet of glass,
and its risks amount to over half a
million of dollars. Within the past ten
days the association had experienced
losses amounting to between $1,500 and
$1,600, and had placed new insurance,
within the same period, of over one
hundred thousand feet of glass.
The average cost of hail insurance to
a member who had been in the associa-
tion for ten years was 5 3-5 cents per
100 feet single glass and 4 1-5 cents per
100 feet of double-strength glass per
Mr. Esler then facetiously commented
on the experiences of those who had
considered themselves outside the sup-
posed "hail belt," and the sad results
which this imagined immunity from
hailstorms had entailed, mentioning the
cases of Pittsburg and Newport, R. I.,
as examples. He said there was only
one region where glass was probably
sate. It commenced at Clifton, N. J.,
and extended over Union Hill and on to
Long Island as far as Flatbush; but
some day these localities won't be out
of the hail belt either.
One of the first to join the hail asso-
ciation was a man named William
Springborn, of Dubuque, Iowa, whose
place, previous to that time, had been
riddled with hail on three different oc-
casions. Strange to say, Mr. Spring-
born has paid seven different assess-
ments and has not received a dollar
from the association. Since he became
a member his greenhouses have evi-
dently been outside the hail belt.
[Laughter.]
Statistics show that the largest num-
ber of hailstorms within the past ten
years had occurred in New York State.
Missouri came next. New Jersey and
Pennsylvania are pretty well up on the
list and have had their share.
It had been observed that more losses
have been experienced in the West than
in the East, so that the Western people
have greater need of hail insurance
than those located in the East; hence
the association carries more insurance
in the West. Whenever a storm oc-
curred East the society had been fortu-
nate in having few of its members hit,
those who suffered loss being unin-
sured. There were two or three excep-
tions to this rule, however, Philadel-
phia being a notable instance.
In addition to being without the hail
belts, there were some who counted on
freedom from the danger consequent on
storms from the fact that their places
were sheltered by mountains. This view
had been rudely dispelled by experi-
ence, however.
As regards the resisting power of
glass, Mr. Esler stated that small glass
always breaks the quickest. Glass of
16x24 size is not nearly so liable to be
broken as is size 12x14, or smaller; but
when a big pane gets broken the hail
makes a larger hole, and that about
evens up the matter. The speaker pre-
ferred the larger-sized glass; there was
a good deal of resiliency to it which
had the effect of throwing off the hail.
Coming to the subject of fire insur-
ance, Mr. Esler remarked that under
the laws of the State of New Jersey
there is an opportunity to organize
what is known as a Fire Lloyds. This act
allows twenty individuals each owning
property worth $20,000 to organize a fire
msurance company. They have to de-
posit with the Secretary of State $40,000.
Of course, they receive interest on their
bonds deposited, less State taxes and
other assessments. The only way the
speaker could see whereby a fire insur-
ance, company could be organized was
for each individual member taking out
insurance to take say one per cent, of
the amount of his insurance in stock.
That, on a total of four million dollars
of insurance, would give $40,000 worth
of stock, which amount would act as a
reserve fund. The profits accruing from
the insurance, if any, together with the
interest, less taxes, etc., would be ap-
portioned among the stockholders as a
dividend.
The chief difficulty, however, lay in
the ease with which a fire could be
started. We had to wait till Providence
sent the hail, but in an old greenhouse
with a mortgage on it, it was a simple
matter to get up a conflagration. An-
other difficulty was in finding twenty
persons in the State of New Jersey,
each possessed of $20,000 worth of
realty; and there was an obstacle in
finding a proper man to manage the in-
stitution when once it was started.
Mr. Esler stated there was little hope
of doing anything with the existing in-
surance companies at present. They
work on this principle: Every time
you raise the rate better risks drop off;
every time the rate is raised the risks
get poorer, and as the risks get poorer
the percentage of loss is greater; and
every time the loss is greater the com-
panies raise the rate. It is a kind of a
see-saw arrangement all through.
Although classified risks as regards
greenhouses have been presented to the
underwriters throughout the country,
they refuse to take any action whereby
greenhouse owners can get any better
rate at the present time.
Mr. Weathered stated that on ac-
count of the heavy demand tor 16x24
glass, the present trust in the glass
trade had advanced their rates on that
size of pane, so that the price is almost
prohibitory. This action was decided
upon last week. The largest light to be
obtained was 16x20 or 22. If a size
larger than these is demanded more
money will have to be paid for it. The
trust has advanced the price of 16x24
glass ten per cent., and threatens to
put it up higher if the demand for this
size is continued.
Mr. Manda complained of the present
insurance rates, and thought if a fire
insurance company were started by the
trade it would be a greater boon than
the Hail Association even.
Mr. Weathered asked if it were not
the fact that the regular Fire Lloyds
insured at lower rates than the old fire
insurance companies?
Mr. Esler stated that there existed a
certain amount of prejudice against
Fire Lloyds on account of the large
number of failures, and if such a com-
pany were started this prejudice would
have to be overcome.
In answer to a question as to whether
it was not possible to obtain a uniform
rate tor greenhouse property, Mr. Esler
detailed the work of the fire insurance
committee of the S. A. F., of which E.
H. Michel, St. Louis, is chairman, along
this particular line, adding that if the
florists of the country would assist that
committee, that is, by every man who,
during the past year or two had had a
fire, reporting same, and his class of
risk as outlined by the committee's
classification, it could soon be deter-
mined what rate would be given.
Mr. Esler was awarded a vote of
thanks for his interesting talk.
Galax Leaves.
CHAS. H. RICKSECKER, Linville, N. C.
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f Palms and Decorative Plants,!
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500 LATANIA
We offer our own grown stock of
LiTANIA BORBOSICA, iiaying; 6 to f
leaves, 1st size, $15.00 per X in. diameter, $22 and $10 per 1000.
GLOXINIA ERECTA (Hybrids),
inch, $10.00, 1 Inch and more. $18.00 per 1000
CAMELLIAS, RHODODENDRONS.
LILACS and all other Nursery Stock grown
in quantities.
From unlinown correspondeuts Cash, with
Packinff Free.
ROYAL NURSERIES
LOUIS m UOUTTE PERE
Ghent, Belgium.
THe Plorisxs' Exchange.
489
[arket, Perfection, and Comet, read
ut, by mail, 50c. per lor, $4 per looo by express
J. C. SCHHIDT & CO.. Bristol. Pa.
ALTERNANTHERA.
Will hold order and ship when
wanted. Cash with order.
A.J. BALDWIN, Newark, Ohio.
BETSCHER BROS. OFFER
per 100 1000
Qerantunicutlinits.llne assortment. 12 00 $12 60
Beeonfas, ArneDtea Oul.tatii!etc.,H.C.. 2 00 15 00
•■ 2 in., stroDK, 4 00 35 00
UeTanlnms.Heliotropea, Petunias,
etc.,2ln 3 00 25 00
Fine Daybreall CarnatlonB, R. C, no
Gladioli, P. Bx. W.'and ht.'.'.W'.V.'.W'.'.V.W' 25 00
Standard W.
BETSCHER BROS., Ca
ROOTED CUTTINGS.
GOOD STOCK. LOW PRICES FOR CASN.
Verb-na., }lnmniolb. In Bae v-jrlety. per
I, «5.00. Cb
1.50; by .
iiecho
Ckrysanthemuin
sorts, bv mall, per
JIO.OO. Dwarf
Je"'lOO;*"H"d?nnit
tlful. per doz.. tl.OO. Double white Kloclm, ^ in.
pots: Begonia nelalllca. 4 in., each at to. In «ny
quantity. VIolela. Campbell. One c'umi's. at f2 6(
per 100: rooted runners at $:i.Ofl per lOCO Drnra-nn
IndivlNa. Sne 4 in. stock. t8.00 per 100. Knap..
Bride and Bridesmaid, clean, healthy st' ck, 2»^; inch
pols. $200 per 100. Would Kxrhanie VioJets
fora variety of Ilnrdy PlnliH.
Railroad tve. and Hill SI., BROOKLYN, N. Y.
DAHLIA CAMELLI/EFLORA ALBA.
The best white dahlia for liorisls, Syi i
pots, $1 00 per dozen; $8.00 per lOd,
ISMENE CALATHINA.
Thi
$3.C
FUCHSIA, LORD BYRON.
The best sellinif variety, i _
inch pots, $1,00 per doz.; 4 inch pots, $1,E
per doz.
VIOLETS, "PRINCESS OF WALES."
A few thousand left, $6.00 per 100.
JNO. G. HEINL & SON,
Terre Haute, Ind
VERBENAS
THE CHOICEST VARIETIES and
HEALTHIEST PLANTS GROWN.
STRONG BUSHY PLANTS, in biitl ami 1)1< i, $2.50 per 100; $'20.(iO per 1000.
STRONG ROOTED CUTTINGS, 7.>cts.per 100; $6.00 per 1000; $r,0 per 10,000.
J. L,. DILLON, Bloomsburgf, Pa
EVERY FL0RI5T
SHOULD ADD THE FOLLOWING PLANTS
TO HIS STOCK, AT PRICES QUOTED . . .
M varieties of miiauiflccut REX BEGONIAS
new and old, from i iueh pots, for $2.50,
100 in line assortment, 2 inch pots, for
S4.00. We have the largest collection
in the world.
The two new GIANT SEMPERFLORENS
BEGONIAS, ^.'"'.oo per doz.
100 FLOWERING BEGONIAS, in 20 differ-
ent sorts, new and old, 2;,; ineh pots,
$4,00.
GOOD FICUS. n
HYDRANGEAS,
single eye cuttings,
00 plants of RAMIS PICTIS,
Branched," 4 and 5 inch pots
high, $7.00 per 100.
per 100.
CAN N AS, Daminann's novelties, 12 varie-
ties of '96 for $25.00. Send us a trial
order for Cannas. We will send you
100 newer Cannas for $12.00. All extra
elioiee sorts.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS, the largest, finest
and most complete assortment in the
ITiiited States. New and old. Send us
a list of your wants and wo will quote
you satisfactory prices for fine varieties,
CYCAS REVOLUTA bulbs, direct from
Japan, arrived to-day, in fine condition
$10.00 per 100 lbs. Order quick as
they are going fast.
ALTERNANTHERA.
A. AMABILIS and A. NANA, (red and Rre
K.d strong plants. »2 00 per 100: tlfi 00 ner I
ish with order. CM AS. T. DARLING,
Brusnt, very fine, out of 4 inch pots, $0,00
per 100. Mme. Salleroi, in 23.3 inch pots,
$2.00 per 100.
Heliotrope two vars,. 2i4 inch pots, $2.60
per 100. Marie Louise Violets, pot ttrown,
$t,00 per 100. Kooted Cuttings— Heliotrope,
three vars.. $1,00 per 100; Ageratniu. Cope's
Pet, 7.5 cts. per 100 ; Giant Double AI;asum,
75 Ota, per 1110. Cash with order.
^VM. J. CHIISTMCK, Trenton, 5J. J.
WHEN WRrriNG lAEIVTION THE FLORt
DON'T GET LEFT
But Get Your Orders In tor Rooted Cuttings.
ferlOOO
Coleus Verschatfeltii and Golden Queen.. $6 00
Colens in variety 4 00
Ageratum, Dwarf, Blue and White 5 00
Heliotrope', 6 varieties '.'.'.'.....'...'..'... 8 OO
Salvia .Splendens 10 00
POTTED PLANTS. Penoo
Fuciisias, in floe shape, 3 inch pots $3 00
" '* *' 4 inch pots 5 00
BegonlaVernon,Great Bedders,2^ in. pots 2 60
Geraniums, flowering sorts, 2^ inch pots,
$20.00 per 1000.
Geraniums. Gen. Grant. 3 inch pots,
$ 10.00 per 1000. 500 at 1000 rates.
Vinca Varlegata, 2inch pots $3.00 per 100
4 " 8.00 " 100
Cash with Order.
I. E. FELTHODSEN, Schenectady, N. T.
E. G. HILL & CO., Richmond, Ind.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE riORISTB-
SPRING^
FOR SALE.
Geraniums, best sii
$2 60 per 100; $1.5.
Rose Geraniums, including M
per 100, out of 3 inch pots.
Heliotropes, strong 3-4 inch pots, fl., $3.00
1 double, 2U-3inch,
000.
. Taylor, $3.00
Fuchi
pots, single and double, $2.50
Chrysanthemums, 3 in.pots,flne plants,50 van.
to select from, $3.00 per 100; $5.00 per 200.
Hydrangeas, 2H in. pots ; $4.00 per 100.
AUernautheras, 2!^ in. pots, $2.50 per 100.
Cash with order, or will exchange part for
£oheveria glauca, Carnations, good
scarlet varieties, good yonng Roses, or
what have you to exchange ?
C. G. NANZ, - - Owensboro. Ky.
WHEW WRrriNO MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
GERANIUMS r
Lavalle. Bride
Mts. J1.75 per 100
, Includes Mine.
Mary H. Foofe.
ntess le Kaume, Queen Olga, Fleece (
' •• be. Mrs. A. Blanc, I
Krr,m 2« Inch pol
CHRYSANTHEMUMS §
land. Helen
.Mrs. H. M.
LadenburR,
Good Gracii
Marlon Henderson. B. HItzeroth, Mrs. H, Kobii
Joey Hill. Mrs. J. Peabody. Wanlaas. Col. W
Smith, M.ionllgbt, E. Dailledooie, W. H. Line
Frank Wilcoi. Mmiial Friend, H K. Wldener. U
G. W. WEATHERBY, ChiUicotlie, Mo.
BEDDING STOCK!
Q£P/\N|y IVIS. all colors, best varieties, i in. pots.
Coleus, Vinca Vines, Alternanthera, Feverfew, Rose Gerani=
ums, German Ivy, Mme. Salleroi Geraniums, Double Alyssum,
Myrtle, for graves, etc. Send for large and complete list.
YOUNG ROSE STOCK.
Bride, Bridesmaid, Perle, Meteor, Belle Siebrceht,
Wootton, $3.00 per 100. President Carnol, $15.00 per 100.
CARNATION CUTTINGS.
Garfield, Lizzie Gilbert, Tidal Wave, Goldfinch, Rose
Queen, Wm. Scott, Alaska, Daybreak, Lizzie McGowan
Silver Spray, $2.00 per 100.
We are HEIDQUIRIERS for CUT FIOWIRS.
Our Supply is Unsurpassed. Shipping Trade our Specialty. We know how to Pack
ELLIS & POLLWORTH,
MILWAUKEE, WIS.
GOOD STOCK CHEAP.
strong 2M inch stuSt in splendid shape.
Per lOO
BEGONIA REX, in good assortment $3 50
VINCA VARIEGATA 2 00
FEVERFEW, Little Gem 2 00
UMBRELLA PLANT 2 50
SWAINSONA ALBA 3 00
HELIOTROPE, Assorted 2 00
CARNATIONS, well established potted plants
in the following : McGowan^ Fred Dorne
, Har
fm. Scott, Eliz
Rev
nolds, $1,50 per 100. Eldorado, $2.60 per 100.
PANSIES, strong transplanted, grown from
select seed. 75c. per 100; $6.00 per 1000.
Cash with order.
JOHN A. DOYLF, Springfield, Ohio.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FIORIST'S EXCHANOr
DAHLIAS ?^i^; '''"^"™""
Double, .
HIBISCUS
viHcr'"-?"
VERBENAS l^J^l^'n "^^Z-^TS^Trl^'i
$1 m per 1000. If wanted by mail, 10 cts.
extra per 100. Send for our catalogue.
VICK & HILI. CO.,
ROCHESTER, K. Y.
a, strong, 4 in. $10 i
" 3-5
) colors, rooted cuttin
It Will Pay You Well to Buy of
GODPREV ASCHMANN,
1012 Ontirio St., Eislng Bun, PHILADBLPHIA, Pi.
WH0LK8ALE GROWER OP
BEDUINQ PLANTS
Hundreds of thousands of plants for the month
pots: Geraniums. Heliotropes. Ajjeratums. Double
Cetunlas. I>iiuble White Feverfew. Calendula
(Prince of Orange), Scarlet Saee. Fuchsias. Dwarf
Nasturtiums. Candytuft. Ten Weeks Stocks.
Beiionm Vernon. $8 00 per 100; I.antanas. $7.00 per
100. Fine, choice, lame Uernnluiua. »6 CO per 100. __
Plants out of 2M and ,3 In, pots, at »3.00perl00.
Little Gem Sweet Alyssum, Verbenas. Pnlo.x,
Mienonette. Convolvulus. Dwarf Morning (Jlory.
Torenla Fournieri. Nasturtiums. Tbunbersia. Pan-
ales Coleus (all ahados). Lobelia conipacta. Parlor
Ivy. Kenllworth Ivy. Dusty Miller, yellow and red
Alternantheras.
, all kinds.
Mermaid rose bushes
Wholesale Exclusively.
i'l, pots, strDug plants, $1,00 per diir„.or»:.00 per lOOi
■?.'. at 100 rates. Cash with order only.
GODFREY ASCHMANN,
1012 Ontario St.. Rising Sun, - • PHILA., P«.
WHEN wnrriNa mcntioh the rtoRirrr exchahoi
490
TEN DEGREES BELOW ZERO
Is the tetnoerature that has been undergone
It to be even hardier than we had sup
A Hardy Yellow rilmbluff Rose
is what eyeryone has wanted tor j
a frequently been produced t
le Yellow
of bloom.
J Crlmsoc
nd probably related. The color Is a c
decided yellow: the flowers of moderate i
very fraRrant and last three to four we
The habit of growth Is very vigorous,
established plants making Bhoots eight to
I are Che Introducers
) offer plants of
: otherwise very similar
to Aglala.
THALIA or WHITE RAMBLER
Pure white; same style and habit as Aglaia.
WE WANT EVERY FLORIST
W E^WJ L L S E N^ D F R E^E O F ,C H A R C E
Aulaia, together with lOOhandsome descriptive
circulars with nameandaddress stamped upon
them. Send at once.
Price for strong plants from 2)4, inch pots,
$15.00 per 100. Send for our Trade
Lists of other Roses and General Stock.
JACKSON S PERKINS GO. Newark, New York
DoRflANT ROSES
OWN ROOTS.
Field arown, 2 to 4 feet.
125,000-ALL SOLD.
WK INTITE ORDERS FOR NEXT SEASON
"W. F. HEIKES, Mgrr.,
2000 YOCNfi ROSES
700 BEAUTY, 4 inch.
1000 'MAID, 2y, inch.
1000 BRIDE, 2y^ inch.
500 G. GATE, 2li inch.
750 LA FRANCE, 2y^ inch.
J. R. FREEMAN,
612 13th Street, WASHINGTON, D.C.
Xhb F=lorists' Exchmnge.
REINBERG BROS
strong, Healthy ROSES Fro™ 2% inch pots.
OOLDEN GATE, PERLE, BELLE SIEBRECHT. METEOR, BRIDE, BRIDESM/
LA FRANCE, TBSTOUT, J3 60 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. No orders for esB I
variety accepted. We are the largest Rose growers In the United States, and onn all all
orders with the very best stock. AMERICAN BEAUTY, $5.00 per 100 ; $40. CO per 1000.
stock tools First Prize at the Chicago Flower Show.
C ARlTiLXIOlTS • • •
SILVER SPRAY. WM. SCOTT, LIZZIE MoGOWAN. TIDAL WAVE, LIZZIE OIL-
HINOOR, IVORY, ROSE QUEEN, $1.00 per 100 i $8.00 per 1000. No orders for less
than 100 of any one variety accepted. Special Prices on laree lots. Ihe above stock is
well rooted and free from rust.
SMI LAX, 2H Inch pots. $2.60 per 100.
51 ^WABASH AVE., CHICAGO, ILLS.
50,000 BRIDE m BRIDESMAID! so,ooo
EXTRA FINE.
From W, inch pots *2 50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000
From 3Vi inch pots •• ...$4.00 per 100; $35.00 per 1000
Fine large 31/2 inch GEIIAKHJMS, ready for 4 inch $(.00 per 100
TERMS Cash.
THE NATIONAL PLANT CO., Dayton, Ohio.
WHIM WIIITIHQ MCHTIOH TMg rLOWIgrS tXCHAHOC
50,000 ROSES.
Carefully grown
Forcing Slock.
lOSES-2)i Inch, strong: Meteor,
La France. The Bride, ~ "
$26 00 per 1000. Perle
JardlDB, |< 0
8WA1N80NA BPLENDENS-Onlyl
rlOO.
DRACiKNA INDIVISA-
Per 100 Per 1000
IS 00 (75 00
2«lnch, strong 3 00 26 00
V 10 LETS -The California, Btr'g clumps, M per 100
Rooted Runners 11.25 per 100, »10.00 per 1000
Sboenbrunn, strong clumps *1 00 per 100
'MUMS-Nlveus. Mrs. Robinson. Pros. VV. Smith,
Vlvlaiid-Morel, »1.26 per 100, 110.00 per 1000.
VINCA VAR.— 51n. pots, extra strong, tlO per 100
Cash, or flrst-olass bank references must ac-
company all orders.
J. B. HEISS, 1 16 So. Main St., Dayton. 0.
W»mNO MtHTION THt njowigw CXCHaWOf
WHENJ
ROSES.
Fine Roses from 2H Inch Pots.
Per 100 Per 1000
Bride »3 oo 925 00
Bridesmaid 300 2300
Mermet 300 2500
Meteor 300 2S 00
ferle 300 2500
L,a France 300 2300
Mme. Hoste 300 2500
Sunset 300 2S 00
TERMS: Cash with order.
CHAS. E. SMITH,
Cor. Jefferson and Jackson Aves., YORK, PA.
WHtH W»mHO MIWnON THt rLOWiSTS'
Thanks,
Qouvornenr, H. Y., Fob. 3, 1897,
Would Sell the Earth.
I believe that an ad. in your paper would sell the
arth. O. HUMFELD.
Olay Center, March 23. '87.
P. OUWERKERK,
I i 23 Summit Avt., Jarsty City, N.J.
Just receJTed from our Holland
NurserUs :
RHODODENDRONS, AZALEAS,
SPIRCA JAPONICA, LILIUM SPECIOSUM,
PCONIES, BLEEDING HEART,
POT GROWN LILACS, HYDRANGEA IN SORTS.
CLEMATIS and H. P. ROSES, m th. be.t.ort<
PRIOES MODIRATE.
Sterling American Novelty, the
WHITE COCHET
Is a sport from Maman Cochet, which is
considered n >w the best pink out-of-
door rose. It has all the good qualities
of its parent ; its color is pure white and
no doubt it will prove the best white
out-of-door rose up to date.
Price, per dozen, from 4 inch, $6.00.
" 100, " 4 " 35.00.
AUC
I Hist te
vith C&sh.
FINE PLANTS— LOW PRICES.
10.000 Double Grant Geranium., 2!^ Inch
otB. $2.00 per 100. 15,000 Co"
i< Inch pots. J2.00 per 100. 31
ne. 3 In. pots. »5.00 per 100.
300 Sword Ferns,
BRIDESMAID.
I perfect con- 1
louseg. Havel
Beauty, Teatout, Carnot, Meteor.
FRANK L. MOORE. Chatham, N, J. |
WHIN WRrriHO WENTIOM THE FUOWISTS' CXCHANQC
LOOK HERE
The following plants are In Al condition.
ROSE8, outof 21n. pots. Bridesmaid and Bride,
12 60 per 100; 120.00 per 1000; Meteor, $3.00 per 100 ;
»25.0O per 1000.
Aacera, out of 2« Inch pots, »2.00 per 100.
'Olum prices on anpMcatlon.
Marie l.onlse Violets, rooted runners. 6O0.
per 100 ; t5 00 per 1000. Terms Cash or C. O. D.
C. MERKEL & SON, Mentor, Ohio.
itunow THt ru»msT»' i»cHAMa«
AMERICAN BEAUTIES
i%, 3 and 1 inch pots ; very fine, clean, no black
spot.
A few BRIDE and BRIDESMAID, S^ in.
pots. Fine stock, clean, nice, and ready tor a
shift.
JOSEPH BRADBURY, South Orange, N. J.
Fin© HealttLy Stoo3s: of
Bnles, 'malls, . .
. . Peneii, prnteoRi,
JOHN HENDERSON CO.
Flushing, N. Y.
4 NOVELTIES 4
CHRYSANTHEMUMS. 100
imuin.m.nl California Daisy. 2ln. (6 00
" ■ Gft
Brui
HELIOTROPE, L.en
Bruant,2lnch
COSMU!t. New Dwarf early bio
Ine. 2 inch
ASTERS. New Jewel. 4 colore.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
rooted, BenJ. Glroud, Marq. de Montmort. M.
Henderson. Mrs. W. H. Rand, Merry " *■
P. Pullman, Majflower. Rlnaldo. W.
Mrs. P, Palmar. Maud Dean. Pink
minllda. Mils M. M. Johnson, Helen [
lloodBOi
50 Dark Heliotropes, i" "4 00
AKeratum, blue & white. 3 In., In bloom 3 00
Cash with order, please.
GEOROE J. HUGHES, Birlln.N.J.
THE NEW
ROSE
PRESIDENT CARNOT
FROM 2 1-2 INCH POTS. $15.00 PER 100; $125.00 PER 1000.
HEALTHY YOUNG STOCK.
READY NOW FOR DELIVERY.
Mosella, " Yellow Soupert," 2^ inch pots $5.00 per 100; $40.00 per 1000
Pink Soupert, 2% inch pots 5.00 per 100 ; 40.00 per 1000
Climtiitig; Wootton, a very vigorous climber, identical vpith Wootton
in bloom, perfectly hardy in this latitude $10.00 per 100 ; $70.00 per 1000
Carmine Pillar, 23^ inch pots, a fine climber, hardy $10.00 per 100
Cocos 'Weddeliana, 3 inch pots, beautiful plants 20.00 per 100
Areca 1L,utescens, Z% inch pots, ready for a shift $15.00 per 100
Also fine stock of larger sizes, prices on application,
Cocos 'Weddeliana Seed, fresh crop, just received $8.00 per 1000
Areca Lutescens Seed, fresh crop , 6.00 per 1000
Uiristona Rotunditolia, 2 inch pots $10.00 per 100 ; 80.00 per 1000
Asparagus Spren8:erii, 2i^ inch pots, good stuff 10.00 per 100
A plant of great value for decorative purposes.
ROBERT CRAIG,
- 49tli and Market Streets, Philadelphia, Pa,
IA» Mf^n iir,riaii.a . ) Kearney and Westslde Ares.. Jersey City. N.J.
BRANCH HOUSES: j j^ckson Ave. and Pearson St.. Lone Island city. N.T.
THE JOHN
PULVERIZED
A Quick Qerminatnr
and Crop Forcer,
FACTORY!
Llttla Ferry, New Jersey.
OFFICEl
Longlsland City, New York.
HATURAL. ODORLESS
J. PETERS
(iiTcoiaFoiauii.a?x:x).)
COMPANY
COMPRESSED
Beats Erery Chemical
Fertilizer «n Earth.
Pure Sheep Fertilizer
permanently improves
the soil.
Matures the largest and
best crops. Quick and
lasting in its action.
CLEAN TO HANDLE.
I WRITIWO MENTION THE fLORISTS'
"JADOO
n
FIBRES-
LIQUID
'Jadoo" Fibre!
" Jadoo" Fibre is a
perfect substitute
lor earth.
The Flowers grown
In It are larger
and of a rich color.
Protected by Letters Patent.
Concentrated "JADOO" LIQUID is the cheapest Fertilizer sold. Both meat
and drinli to plants. Revives drooping plants, strengthens the weak and nourishes
the strong: above all, it increases the size, causes greater profusion of bloom, and
heightens the colors of all Flowers and Plants. Can be used on Flowers or Plants
that are grown in Earth or "JADOO" FIBRE.
SIMPLY INVALUABLE IN POT CULTURE!
The supply at the present time is h'mited to 50 Tons
Fibre and 1500 Gallons Liquid per month.
WEIIBEPWBOOKIII& ORDERS FOB PYDELIVEBY
Testimonials and Prices furnished on application to
THE AMERICAN JADOO CO.,
811, 813, 815 Fairmount Ave., PHILADELPHIA, PENNA.
May 15. 1897
The Pi-orisxs' ExcHKNce.
4d3
CINERARIA f.::,? plrke.^T
PRIMULA ^^i;;u^'T.^l;l[;n'^^
H. BEAULIEU, Belmcnl Ave., Woodhaven,
ed with red: butb Qne bed-
i ready (t>r 4 in. pute. Cash
.DWIN. Newark, O.
Columbia Canna
BEST RED. DRY ROOTS.
|(r.5o per Dozen. Casli.
EDWIN A. SEIDEWirZ,
36 W. LEXINGTON ST., BALTIMORE, MO.
WHEN WBITIWO MEWTIOH THC FtORISTS- gXCHAHOC
■WE PAY THE EXPRESS
IF CASH ACCOMPANIES THE OIIDEH.
B per 100; U 50 ner 1000.
1 00 per 100. »8 00 per 1(00
na. 60 CU. per 100; «3.«)
irletlOB. 11 00 per 100, 18.00 per 1000
Coleua. 50 varieties, 65 c
Feverfew, I.iltleGem,
Alirruauttaera A. N
Clue
I, «1.
VERBENAS.
Fifteen varieties, well in bud and
$1.15 per 100 ; flS.OO per 1000.
G. PILLSBURY, Nashua, N.H.
COLEUS
iVerschaffeltil
Beautiful fancy leaved, 30 varie-
ties. $4-00 per ICOO: 60c. per 100.
pie's. Truffaut's and Victoria. Phlox lErandi-
Gerauiumii, partly in bud, 15 varieties, $1.50 per
100. Pansies, in bloom, 75c- per 100. by expreea.
TERMS CASB.
D. K. HERR, Rider Ave., Lancaster, Pa.
..GERANIUMS..
t double varieties, red,
Ceo. H. Benedict, Yorkvllle, N. Y.
WHEN WHrriWQ MtNTIOH THE n.OBI3TS' tXCHAWQl
VEGETABLE PLANTS
Caullflo-wer, Snowbal
Kroccoll, White Cape.
«.ettuce
Tomato, from trays..
EKK: Plants, from seed hedB... 2!
ABparaicus roots, strong, 3 year -.*
Stra-wberry plants -':
TRADE PRICE LIST FREE.
Send Stamp for Samples.
E. C. HARGADINE, Felton,
WMFW WWnriNQ MENTION THC FLORtSTa* CXCH
Del
VEGETABLE PLANTS
CEXXUCE— Big Boston, Grand Rapids, Bob
ton Market and White Loaf, IBc. per 100
$1.00 per lUOO.
CABBAGE-Jerspy Wakefield, Henderson';
' Early Summer, Idc. per 100
G-OO
sa?oo
Abutlloii, Sou
Eclipse, 21-2
Acalyplia Macafeeaiia
Actiyrantbes, in ibree var
de Bonn, 2^ inch pota
:, 2Vij inch pota.
Alyssum, rom rnumn ann uiant, double 2V4 ic
Aralla papyrifera, 2}^ inch pots
Beiconlas, tine assortment, zyi inch pots
Dch pots
chaud, 3 inch pots —
Professor, 3 inch pots
Assorted, our selection, 3 inch pots.
Chaenostoma Bisplda, 2% inch pots
Ha
a, 2Jil
Coleus, Verscbaffeltii and Golden Bedder, 2}^ inch pots.
1(1 leailing varieties, 2^ inch pots
Cyclamen sfiganteum, to color, 2!^ inch pots
Gigantenm, to color, 4 inch pots
red procurable.
Per Dot.
ludlvlsa, 6 inch pots $3 00
Indivisa, 6 inch pots 4 00
Draco, 4 inch pots 2 50
Per 100
Fuctaslas, very tine, assorted, 2ii inch pots $3 BO
Geraniums, assorted, 3 inch pots i 00
Assorted, 1 inch pots
Ivy,4lnch pots
Rose, 3 inch pots * ""
Rose, 2H Inch pots 3 BO
Mme. Salleroi, 2Hinch pots 3 60
German Ivy, strong, 2V3 inch pots 2 50
Grevlllea robusta, 4 inch pots 15 00
Maranta, bi-color, strong, 2^ inch pots BOO
9Iusa Ensete, large plants, 12 Inch pots, $2.00 each ; 6 to 8 Inch
pots, 60 cts. to 75 cts. each. The above i
been carried over cool, are now
will make specimen plants this e
Strobllanttaes Dyerlanus, 2H inch $4 M
Swainsona graleglfolla rosea, S^ inch 4 00
6 00
ng a strong growth, and
TRADE LIST FREE ON APPLICATION.
Cash with order from unkn
• C. O. D. Orders amounting to $5.00 and over, F. 0. B., N. Y. City.
SEAWANHAKA GREENHOUSES
JAS. C. CLARK. Supt.
P. O. BOX 34.
OYSTER BAY,
QUEENS CO., N.Y.
WM. L. SWAN, Prop.
Rooted Cuttings
OLEUS-70 varieties, bo cents per ,oc by
xpris:
MYOSOTIS-$.5oper.oo.
GIANT DOUBLE ALYSSUM-7° cents
per i-o by mail ; $5.00 per 1000 by express.
WM. H. SEARCH. Avondale. Chester Co.. Pa.
HIBISCUS
Twelve varieties, $2.25 per 100 ; $25.00
per 1000. By mail, 35c. per 100 additional.
TKRM8 CASH WITH ORDER.
R.H.MURPHEY,Urbana,Ohio.
G ERANIUMS
Double Grant. 1 IDch, floe.
>5.00
Coreus.'Gol(ien Kedderand Vei-sch
cm 'i\i inch pt
Hnrd; Phi
from 2^ inch pots, 112.00 per 100.
psitl LancBoluta. fle
en t'Uarlotte, Crozy
GERANIUMS
Double Grant, La Favorite, strong
in bud and bloom, out of 2)« inch pots,
$3.60 pi-
Above plants are tn excellent market condition
PAUL MADER, East Stroudsburg, Pa.
SPRING STOCK-SPECIAL.
, Dwarf Scarlet,
Age iiliini. blu
EGG I»t,APrk«t Quiet.
There has been no improvement
in the cut flower market the past week.
Business around the stores has been
very quiet and the abundant supply of
cut flowers continues. Even the street
men do not appear to be doing much
trade, consequently every one is stocked
up with flowers, and many boxes re-
main unemptied, dealers not having
room to store the flowers away.
From present indications another
month will find many kinds of flowers
scarce, as already growers are clearing
out their houses and preparing for an-
other season. This is being done earlier
than usual, on account of the poor mar-
ket.
A few commencements of some pri-
vate schools have already occurred and
the absence of flowers at these func-
tions has been very noticeable. It is
undoubtedly true that the faculty of
various institutions are against this
display of favors.
Flint Tnde.
Trade has started up in good shape
in this branch of the business and near-
ly all the growers in that line report
good business. Prices remain about the
same as during the past two years.
Geraniums are selling at $7 per 100,
selected at $8; although, as usual, many
sales are heard of at ?6 in large quanti-
ties Roses are also selling and those
growers having a good stock of the new
rose. Crimson Rambler, are doing well.
Horticultural Society.
The meeting on Tuesday next will
no doubt prove very interesting. The
City Parks Association will attend and
give an illustrated lecture on small
parks. Addresses will be made by J.
Rodman Paul, Esq., Dr. William Pep-
per, Mayor Warwick and Dr. Henry M.
Fisher. The business meeting of the
society will be held at the close of the
lecture.
News of the Week.
Last week Charles Feast and wife,
of Baltimore, were in this city on their
honeymoon trip and were entertained
to a dinner by a prominent florist.
A revival of business is looked for
the end of the week on account of the
large influx of visitors to attend the
unveiling of Washington's Monument.
The Floral Exchange has been awarded
the contract for the decorations at the
monument in the Park.
Harry Bayersdorfer has arrived safe-
ly at Hamburg. The voyage was a
very pleasant one.
Compllmentir; Dinner to llr. Bice.
Mr. Rice, who leaves for Europe
on the ISth, was tendered a dinner by
about twenty-five of his friends on
Wednesday evening in the Florists'
Club room in Horticultural hall. The
affair was well conducted and proved
very enjoyable. After a sumptuous re-
past some appropriate speeches were
made by those present.
DAVID RUST.
Si. Paul.
Market Noto.
While trade has been compara-
tively light since Easter, the aggregate
sales have been satisfactory. The
bright, warm weather following so
close on the dark, damp and dreary
winter months has brought out an
abundance of good blooms. The big
cut has had a bearish effect on prices
and good stock has been sold way
down. One of the largest growers here
has been disposing of his surplus to a
department store and "roses at 25 cents
per dozen to-day" has been frequently
seen. To counteract this some of the
florists have had "special sale" days,
retailing; at 25. 29 and 50 cents per
i1m7.. Ml Wliy don't the brethren in
Mill,] . iii,-. who are menaced by ruin-
,iun ioiii|„ lition, do likewise? Why
ta.nt ilciusts have "special sale" days
and "Ijargain counters" as well as their
more prosperous competitors?
Regular prices now prevailing are:
Roses, $1 per dozen; carnations, 35
cents per dozen. There is a dearth of
other flowers at present.
Prospects for a shortage at Decora-
tion Day are now apparent. With roses
"off crop," outside flowers not in bloom
and nothing but gardenias from the
South tor a cheaper flower, good stock
will be scarce and high-priced. In the
plant line sales have scarcely begun.
Nearly or quite all of the smaller grow-
ers about the city have stands at the
city market, which are gay with color.
It is a little too early for the best sales
to be made. Out-door stock is being
planted. Some are already putting out
carnations, though the old inhabitants
shake their heads and say frosts are
liable to occur up to the 20th.
Is ibis Society Dead %
The Florists' Society here seems
to have died a peaceful death, or if not
dead, is hibernating still, as we hear
nothing of it. As one of the old-timers
remarked to me the other day, the flor-
ists here have to work too hard to
spend much time at monthly meetings.
There is a grain of thought in this, but
if more time was spent in pleasant
cussion and exchange of opinions, work
would be made easier.
.lottlnge.
Recent visitors were: H. J. Goemans
representing K. J. Kuyk; G. Krouwel
of C. J. Spielman & Sons, and Mr. Rol-
ker. of New York.
The Senate amendment to the Ding-
ley bill admitting bulbs free will meet
with the approval of most of the grow-
ers in this section. VERITAS.
Toronto.
HeetInK of the Hort. Society.
The May meeting of the Toronto
Horticultural Society was devoted to
pansies and hardy spring plants. ITn-
propitious weather was against the at-
tendance, about thirty-flve members
and their friends being present, nmrc
than half of them ladies. Quite a good
showing of plants and blooms was on
the tables, the exhibits of pansies being
from I. Pape,
and Manton Br
spikes and tulip- r-nni.> fr"Tn \h'- Kxlit-
bition Park, an- i- •■•••<•• \\. \'..-^\.
There was a^- • ; 1 •■ - • ni-
folia, some Aia 1 ,: — \ ax-
atile and phl^x I'r-m -i h- 1 . ■• lui.n-i -■.
One of the dirf.lors. Mr. 1>. TIi.ss.
read a paper on the cultivation of the
pansy. Mr. Ross explained that the
paper embodied the views and experi-
ence of Mr. Pape, one of our most suc-
cessful growers of market pansies. The
paper was very interesting to the ama-
teur members, for whom it was written.
Several of the ladies present showed
their interest in the subject by asking
questions of the essayist.
The chairman, Mr. Uttley, first vice-
president, appointed Messrs. Vair and
Ewing as judges of the exhibits. After
they had made a thorough examination
Mr. Vair said there was not a really
good show pansy in the whole of
the exhibit; that while nearly all of
them were large and bright-colored,
they lacked substance in stem and
petal; the colors ran too much into
each other; the eye was not distinct
enough. Mr. Vair gave a descripti.>n
of what a show pansy should be, detail-
ing the points about as they were un-
derstood by all the old-world pansy
fanciers. A real good pansy is a
fine thing to the specialist; but the
commercial grower often finds it more
profitable to grow for size
colors, unmindful of how
colors
At the June meeting there will be a
show of roses and hardy herbaceous
plants, and if the weather is favorable
then a large meeting is anticipated, as
all the strangers who were at the iMay
meeting were murh interested. T. .M
Index to Advertisers.
Cat Vlov
BD J K
Merkel 0 & Son . . .
MorrlB Floral Co..
UoBbach kk a...
Schmidt JO & Co.
McCarthy N F i Co. 503
Dieterich 0 P & Bro. 493
HilL E Q & Co 489
MellenGeoHOo.... 496
National Florist..,. 492
BulbHand Roots
Allen Chae H 486
BorgerHHaCo.... 486
Clucaat Boddington 4«G
blllott Wm & Sons. 486
Faust HQ& Co 486
(iardlner John * Co 486
Crermaln Fruit Go... 486
HeinlJG 4 Sons... 489
HulseboBoh BroB — 486
JoOBten 0 H 4^6
UcAillsUr F E bo . 486
Onwerierk P 490
Pierson F B Co 486
Pitcher & Manda 485
Rolker Aug* Sons.. 604
bohmitzFW 0 480
Van Houtte Louis... 488
Vaughans Seed Store 486
Bnsiiieas Cards
HillEa too 603
Cannias
Baldwin A J 493
Conard, A F 488
OonnellBenj 493
Cottage Gardens 499
Dreor Hy A 601
EUzabeth NursCo.. 487
HUl EG iOo 489
SeidewitzE A 493
CarnatloKS
Breitmeyer J & Son 504
Cottage Gardens 499-604
DaleH 604
DeWittPM 499
Domer F & Sons Co. 604
BiseleO 604
Ellis t PoUworth. . . 489
Qrallert&Oo 504
Hackett JohntCo.. 499
Hancock & Son 604
Harrison John 604
Herr AM 504
Hopp & Lemke 504
Hoyle A W 604
Logan av Oreenh's 604
Long Daniel B 493
Meadow View Green-
Allen W S 6C2
Bader. Jno 488
Baker WJ 60i
Buffalo Out Flow Ex 603
DaleH 604
Dumont&Co 602
Elllion Wm 503
Ellis & Pollsworth.. 489
Fltzg'ldiHammond 602
Fleokenstein Chaa G 503
Kennloott Bros Co. 502
Ruehn C A
Lang Julius
Lynch WE
McCarthy N F ft Co. 503
MoKeUar Ohas W.. —
Mlllani;Si Co
MlllangF
S V Cut Flower Co. 602
Pennook Samuel r
Purdy ft Blanvelt..
ReldEdw
Relnberg Bros
Bofers Park Fl Co.
Rolker Aft F
thern Fruit Co.
lerland G A . . .
Traendly ft Schenck 602
Welch BroB
Wore O. W
Young John
Cottage Gardens . .
Decorative Goods
CrowlFern Go
Elliott Wm H
Germain Fruit Co..
BlokseckerGhasH..
iLft Son 601
Hlppard E 601
Ultchlngs ft Co 601
Jackson Jno H 501
Kay WmH 50(1
LocblandLumberCo 500
ft Bumham Co 601
ager John CCo 5C0
Ormsby EA .... 487 601
leroeFO Co 601
lenty's Horticul-
tural Works 801
Quaker City Machine
Stearns AT Lumber
Co 500
Van Home Griffen
ftCo 601
Wolf AQftBro 501
Wood Glass Co 5ul
Second Hand 498
Dletrioh C P & Bn
Ellis ft Pollworth.
Everitt ilnsall...
HIUEGft Co
Mader, P
MellenQeoH'co'.'.
North WE
Weatherby G W...
Whltton ft Sons...
DaleH 604
Dietrich O P ft BroB. 193
Dreer H. A 601
Elizabeth NurB Go .. 487
ElUs ft Pollsworth.. 489
Emmans, OeoM.... 604
Freeman JR 490
Heikes.WF 480
Heiss JB 490
Henderson, John Co. 490
Jackson & Perkins
Co 490
Kllbourn R 499
LongDB 493
Merkel ft Son 490
Muore Frank L 490
Nafl Plant Co 490
Ouwerkerk P 490
RackhamG A 499
Relnberg Bros 490
ScottB SSon 497
Smith OhasB 49J
Storrs ft Harrison Co 187
Woods Bros 196
Seeds
Burpee WA ft Co.... 486
Cluo«s& Boddington 486
Faust H G ft Co 486
Gardiner John ft Co. 486
Germain Fruit Co.. . 486
Hull E J 487
Taylor E J
Weber H ft Sons..
Whittonft Sons..
Glirysantlieni
Beckerl T F
Cottage Gardens .
EiseleC
ElseUJG
Hsckett John ftC
Ueias JB
Hill EG ft Co
Hoyle A W
Hughes Geo J
LongD B
MellenGeoHOo.
Merkel C ft Son..
Smith N ft Sou . .
Wood Bros
Weatherby 0 W.
ClB
Baker Chas F..
CornlngE
Craig Robt...
Dreer H'y A..
HiUEGft Co
Jordan Floral Co..
MellenGeoHOo...
Pitcher & Manda..
Roebre Julius
Slebreohtft Sons..
So Gal Acer Ass'n-.
Van Houtte Louis..
WiltboldGeo
Eclieveria,
OttoGustav
Frye
Exchange
Leaves <
Waterstone ES (
Fertilizers
American Jadoo Go.
Hiianger Bros 492
McCarthy N. F. ft Co. 60H
Bolker ft Sons Aug. 492
Syraonse Wttery Co 492
— Pottery Co 492
Storrs ft Harrison Co 487
Boemer Fred.
Hackett John i
Hill E G ft Co
Fungicide
LoulBTllleTob'oo(
Skabcura Dip Co..
Stoothotr H A....
BetscherBroB
Chinnick W J
Conard AF
Cunningham Jos H.
DeWltt PM
Doyle J A
Ellis ft PoIIsworlh.
Emmans Geo M —
ETeritt ft luBall....
Felthonsen J E . . .
Harris O A ft Co
Herr DK
Highlands Nursery. 49;i
Hughes Geo J '"""
McBeth T A
NanzOO
Scott John
SeawanhakaGrhses.
McAllister FE Co... 486
Hereon F RCo 186
Bolker A ft Son 601
Schiller J L 186
Thorburn J JI ft Co. 486
WeeberftDon 186
Slirnbs, FlaiverInK
I Ornamental.
Highlands Nursery. 493
Uuwerkerk P 490
1 ft Harrison Go 487
Schwieman 196
Sprinklers.
King ft Knight 600
Scollay Jno A 600
i.biusMtgCo.... 600
Suuplies and
iCeiilllsilea
/ersdorfer H ftCo 601
Boston Letter Co . . . 503
GonleyJohn & Son.. 603
Elliott Wm ft Sons. 486
Ellison W 603
Kennlcott Bros Co .
KnehnOA
McAllister P EOo.,
McCarthy NFftOo.
Puc
Heinl JGft Son... 489
G'liouse Building.
Heating and Ven-
tilallng Ale
Oarmody J D
Ohadborn-Kennedy
Co
qowen'sNSoni
erials
Search W
Nursery Sloe
Trees, Pri.lt
Ornainenia
Elizabeth Nors Co.
Highlands Nursery. 193
PullenAlei
Storrs ft Harrison Co 1^7
Orchids
Primulas
BeaulleuH
Logan At O'houses.. 601
Rerrli;erato
Ohooolate Cooler Co. 500
Aamus E J
Bradbury Jos.
Connell BenJ
Cook, J
Craie Robt
BolkerAftSone....
Sutherland Geo A.
Welch Bros
Heiss J B
Esler JGft a'.....'
Florists' Shear Co.
JagerCbas J Co..
King ft Knight....
PlerceFOOo... .
Vegetable Pie
HargadineEO....
Schmidt, J cit'co,
Vincent R Jrft Soi
PillsburyG 193
VIck&HillCo 489
Wood Bros 196
VInesandCllmnria
Bailer, F. A 199
Benedict Geo H 493
Connell Ben] 493
Dann J H ft Son ... 496
Dietrich 0 P ft Bros. 103
Dreer Henry A 601
Eisele 0 601
Elizabeth Nurs. Co.. 187
HolBs J B 190
Ouwerkerk P 190
.Salter W H 493
Storrs ft Harrison Oo 187
Vlckft Hill Co 489
Whittonft Son 604
Violets
BaUonS 196
BoulonFd 196
Connell Benj .
Eisele 0
Hahn RF ....
HerrAM
Merkel ft Son
Renard Jos
Sutton EB Jr
193
496
The F^lorists' Exght^nge.
WELLENREITER & SCHWIEMAN,
DANVERS, ILL.
STRONG SMILAX. at $1.75 per 100.
FARQUHAR VIOLETS, at $3.25 per 100.
Vmi ETQ Clumps or Kunner..
''•'^^^'«» Al Stock, Clean, and
no disKsse. M. Louise runners, $4.00 per 1000.
California runners, $,5.00 per 1000. Cash with
order only. s. BATSON, Kalamazoo, Mich.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORI
marie Louise VioletnunDers.!
ROOTED ri.t]s:ners
MARIE LOUISE VIOLETS
$5 oo per looo. Perfectly healthy. Address
THE WHIPPANY VIOLET FARM,
D. H. BUHNKTT, Mgr. Whipiinny, N. J.
MWmUBPS
From ten to twenty well-rooted runners on
each clump, perfectly clean and healthy, at
$4.00 per 100 clumps; $36.00 per 1000. Cash
R. F. HAHN, Cornwall-on-Hudson, N. Y.
West Islip Greenhouses.
Marie Louise Violets, funnL
$4.00 per xooo, cash with order.
E. B. SUXXON, Jr.,
P. O. Address, Babylon, t,. I., P*. Y.
marie Louise Ml Clunips
Free from disease, $3.00 per 100.
Will exchange for Bridesmaid Roses.
E. T. WiTERSTONE, Greenwood Lake, N. Y.
Orange County,
VIOLET CLUMPS
AND ROOTED RUNNERS
A No. 1 Btock. clean ana healthr. Nodls.
■ ■■ )er 100,
J3.00. Cali-
, Wer
.um
Lady H. CRtnpbell,
PAWSIES
XHE je:nmincs strain ot
Finest American Gro-wn Pansles
are up to date and sure to please. Fine stocky
plants from cold frames in bud and bloom. All
large flowering In great variety of colors.
By freight or express, $1.50 per 100 ; $10.00 per
1000. Cash with order.
E. B. JENNINGS,'-°f54^" Southport, Conn.
OROWER OF THE FINEST PANSIES.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
S3.00
Mme. P. BerBmacn. Merry Monarch. Autumn
Bride, Ivory. Mrs. H. Robinson, Mrs. H. McK.
Twombly, Miss Heltn Wrluh;, Mayflower, Miss
Florence Puilman. Niveus. Mrs. .1. Jones, Wana-
maker, Vanoma, Mrs. R.Crawford. Mrs H. Battles.
Marion Henderson, Gold Lode. Miss M. M. John-
son, Geo. S. Con.. vcr. Yellow Queen, w. L. Sunder -
bruch, E. Datlledouze. Qeoriilana Pitcher, Minerva.
Mrs. W. li. Rand. Major Bonnafl-on, H. W. RIeman,
Mrs. E. Buettner, Golden WeddlDK.
Glory of the Pacific, Wm. Simpson, Pink Ivory,
Rosy Emoeratrlce. V. Morel. K. Leech. Mme. K.
Perrin, Helen Bioodaond. Maud Dean, Vlolescent,
ChebeaBue. Ernilnllda, Mrs. P. l-almer.
Philadelphia, Benj. Giroud, BriRand, Fishers
Torch, Rlnaldo. and many others.
All the Leading Am. Novelties at Trade Prices.
CALIFORNIA GIANT, White Dat«r, from
2}^ inch pots, 60 cts. per dozen ; tl.OO per 100.
ETOILE 1)E LYON. Yellow Daisy, from 2H
Inch pots, 75 cts. per dozen ; fS.OO per 100.
THEO. F. BECKERT,
NlVILLKlSLAND^ . - SLENFIELD, PA.
! below Pittsburg, Pa.
In Endless Variety.
Best Varieties in Quantity at
Moderate Prices.
NITHIH SMITH i SON, Mrian, Mich.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
ommerclal varieties, from pots
dajor Bonnaffo«. Philadelphia
rory, M.Wanamaker, L. Cannine
L $3.00 per 100. Cas
I WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
PANSY PLANTS
In bloom, from cold frames. $1-00 per ICO:
$9.00 per 1000.
ENGLISH IVY.
strong, fleld-grown, 2 years, per 100, $8.00; one
year, $5.00 per 100. Cash with order.
J. H. DANN & SON, Westfield, N. Y.
PANSY PLANTS.
This strain
unsurpassed for size.
blooming.
Laree Clumps In bloom, $1 per 100: »8 per 100
Good Stocky PlantH ready to bloom, by mal
50c. per 100: $:i.&0 per 1000 by express.
BELLIS,$lper 100.
J. C. SCHMIDT & CO..
Wholesale Pansy Growers. Bristol Pe
Pansies Wortli Raising . .
Blooming plants or plants in bud. from
$10.00 per 1000 up. Pull value given in evere
case. Cash with order. All shipments frey
on board of e,\pre8S here.
C. Soltau & Oo. ''/vfu^' Jersey City, H. J.
VIOLETS MY SPECIALTY!
On and after March let I will be ready to supply,
in any quantity, stock of the following varieties :
PRINCESS de GALLES,
grant; strong grower and prod
mXONPJE per 100, S1.60; per 1000, »12.00.
CALIFORNIA " 73; " 5.00.
All from good plants, rooted runners.
Five French Medals; two American Medals; three Diplomas.
York, under
FERD. BOULON. Sea Cliff L !., N.Y.
WHEN WRrriN
KENTION THE FLORISTS-
CATCH ON
ROOTED CUTTINGS
5000 DOUBLE GRANT GERANIUMS.
3000 MRS. POLLOCK & MT. UF SNOW.
5000 SNOW CREST DAISY
10,000 VAR. VINCAS
10,000 COLEUS, Verschafteltii and
Yellow
COLEUS, mixed
10.000 REX BEGONIA.
Per 100 Per 1000
5000 LEMON VERBENA i
Thousands of VERBENA. AGERATUM.
STROBILANTHES. SWEET ALYSSUM
double, SALVIA, HELIOTROPE,
ASTERS, assorted colors i
FUCHSIA, TRAILING QUEEN and Dou-
Whil
VIOLETS and ALTERNANTHEHA..
VERNON BEGONIA SEEDLUGS...
SOUV. DE BONN ABUTILON
6000 VINCAS VAR„ j'b in. pots.
Larger sizes, $4 and $6 pe
DRAC/ENA INDIVISA, 6 in. pots..
Write for pric« on other stoc
GREENE & UNDERHILL, Watertown, N.Y.
f THE PU3RISTS* I
Geraniums, Begonias,
Carnations and
Ciirysanthemums.
Geraniums. We have 30,000 surplus, all
double flowering and best sorts, 2>^ in. pots, in
splendid shape, $3.50 per 100 ; 82U.C0 per 1000.
BeKOiiias. Large surplus of following
nameu: Uewdrop, McBethi, Sanderson!, White
WeltoniensiB, RobUBta,_ Zebrina, Sanguinea,
inSi:
Carnations. E. A. Wood, Blanche, Fred
Dorner, American Flag, Daybreak, Golden
Gate, Hinze's White, J. J. Harrison, Lizzie Mc-
Qowan, New Jersey, Orient, Portia. Tidal
Wave, W. A. Scott, Dr. Smart, Corsair and
Sweetbrier, fine, strongly rooted plant.8 in. 2%
pots. $2.60 per 100; $20 00 per lOtO.
Ctarysanttaemnins in large variety
$3.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000.
Dracaena Indivisa. Fine large plants,
in 4 inch pots. 8 cents each ; 75 cents per dozen.
THE GEO. H. MELLEN CO., Springfield, 0.
FINE
PLANTS
VERBENAS L"
BUD
BLOOM
Many Fine Varieties added to Our Collections.
Best Dlanimoth per 100, «3 00: per 1000, $2!
ROSES.
:h pots, $5.00 per 10« ; $10.00 per 1000
8.00 •• 70.00 "
^ver-bloomiuff and Poly
, $10.00, $15 00 and
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
For Varieties and Prices, see April 2Uh iBSue.
STRONG ROOTED CUTTINGS.
Colena. Verschaffeltll, Golden Bedder 100 1000
MISCELLANEOUS PLANTS.
Coleus, leadlne sorts, 2><( In. pots..
" •■ 3
GeranluniH, double and single, 4
;| " •' 2;
Heliotrope, fromSin. pots ..'....
•• 2H "
Hydrancea Otaksa, 5 In.bushj
Fuchsias, double and single, .1)ib
Moon Flower, SK In. pots
..$2.60 per 100: $20perlOCO
New Trade List on Application.
WOOD BROS., Fishkill, N. Y.
Chicago.
been warm, the thermometer some
days reaching 75 to SO degrees. As a
consequence, vegetation has advanced
with strides. The change has brought
forward flowers in abundance, with
prices ruling low. There is one satis-
faction, however, the low prices seem
to encourage buyers, or, at any rate,
in spite of big cuts, the flowers are
mostly disposed of.
The larger wholesale houses have two
deliveries a day, and the disposition is
to clear off the morning cut to make
room for the afternoon one.
In the way of tea roses, $2 to $3 is the
prevailing price, extra long stock bring-
ing $4; the balance $1 and under, in
large quantities. Beauty realize $3 per
dozen for long-stemmed blooms; short
or fakir stock sells at $3 to $5. Some
Mrs. Laing roses seen at Illinois Cut
Flower Co. brought $1.50 per dozen.
Carnations are no%v abundant and
they must be good and long-stemmed
to fetch $1.50, while common stock goes
at 50 cents to 75 cents. Rudd still tries
to hold Jubilee at $5, but the figure is
too high for the general run of prices.
Violets are nearly done; some of Don-
ovan's Russian are coming in. A few
extra good house-grown violets fetched
75 cents the past week.
Out-door candidum lilies from the
South, sell at $3 to $4, going better than
Harrisii.
The first Jasmines came in this week,
but are poor as yet. Sweet peas are
more plentiful and bring 50 cents to 75
cents.
Growers Notts.
The Rogers Park Floral Co. is
withdrawing by limitation.
T. F. Keenan, 6,112 Wentworth Ave-
nue, reports seed trade and orders for
hardy plants backward.
The Wietor Bros., of High Ridge, will
plant out 25,000 carnations. Their Ju-
bilee, now in three-inch pots, will be
planted out direct in the house. Sev-
eral rose houses are already planted.
The Reinberg Bros., Bowmanville,
have nearly finished planting seven
acres of carnations, of varieties Jubilee,
Triumph, Armazindy, Scott, Daybreak,
Tidal Wave, McGowan, Alaska, Rose
Queen and Lizzie Gilbert.
Henry Payne, E. G. Mitchell and A.
G. Prince have incorporated a new
company under the name of Hindsdale
Rose Co., capital stock $25,000, The
company owns the old George Miller
plant at this place. They have also
rented the D. B. Fuller place, at Dow-
ner's Grove.
The name of the Garfield Park Rose
Co., 1,668 West Madison Street, has
been changed to the Garfield Park
Floral Co.
Emil Kroll, late with Henry Kilmer,
has rented Charles Naslund's green-
houses at Ravenswood.
John Weston, formerly of the Grand
Boulevard Floral Co., was buried in
Rosehill Cemetery April 11. He leaves
a widow and two daughters.
EDGAR SANDERS.
Syracuse, N. Y.
Trade has slackened up considerably
during the past two weeks, nothing go-
ing on with the exception of an occa-
sional funeral order. Planting out is
well under way, most of the carnations
being out in the field. The recent
frosts do not seem to have hurt fruit
here. There is a magnificent showing
of peach, plum and cherry blossoms,
while some varieties of pears seem
rather thin.
The officers of the State Agricultural
Society have appropriated an addi-
tional five hundred dollars for the hor-
ticultural section of the premium list.
The schedule was re-adjusted by the
members of the Central New York Hor-
ticultural Society, and is now satisfac-
tory to all classes. Good prizes were
voted in the cut flower section so as to
encourage outside exhibitors. The gen-
erosity of the State Fair management
was well received and heartily com-
mended by the members of the above
society. C. BARSON,
Reading, Pa.
Henry Mansfield, 250 South Fourth
Street, died May 8, aged sixty-eight
years. He came to Reading thirty-six
years ago and has been engaged in his
trade ever since. A widow, three sons
and two daughters survive him.
The Florists
NEW ROSE
IT
T
Strong, healthy plants, from 1\-> inch pots,
$15 per 100; §125 per 1000. Ready now.
MAGNA GHARTA>iiDULRIGHBRUNNER
Strong plants, from frame, in 6 inch pots. Will flower last
of May or beginning of June. $20 per 100.
IRISH ROSES.
We are the sole agents in America for Messrs. Alexander
Dickson & Sons, of Belfast, Ireland. Their Irish Roses are the
best stock imported into this country, and Florists desiring high
grade Roses for next Fall delivery should write us for varieties
and prices.
ROBERT SCOTT & SON,
19th and Catharine Sts., Phila., Pa.
Souv. du
President Carnot
A superb hybrid tea rose of delicate shell pink color. Blooms
produced abundantly on strong, stiff stems ; an Al forcer as well
as bedder and fine pot rose.
No wide-awake florist can afford to be without it. Order
quick and get strong, healthy plants, out of 2'i inch pots, the
finest in the country. Ready now.
Price, $3.00 Per Ooz.; $15.00 Per 100 ; $125.00 Per 1000.
50 at 100 Rates.
500 at 1000 Rates.
$20.00 par 100 out of 3 inch Pols.
ERNST G. ASMUS,WestBoboken,N.J.
riNQ MENTION THC FLORISTS-
DiRS' SPEGl OFFB FOB iY
STRONG TWd-Y£AR-OLD ROSES.
The following varieties which have been carried over in cold-frames and are
now in excellent condition established in five and six-inch pots.
Anna de Dlesbacta on own rools, 5 in. pote, $18.00 per 100
Antoine Montou '| 5 |' IS.lio
Baroness llotl»schiialnioii red, fine, foliage bronze 5.00
Glolre de I.yonnaise, yellow, mottled crimson .i.OO
Geofl-roy St. Hilalre, foliage bronze, orange red flowers 5.00 "
Gen. de Mlribel, apricot, shaded salmon 5.00
J. Thomayer, foliage bronze, orange flowers 5,00
J. ■^V. Elliott, vermilion, shaded crimson 5.00
Kaiser Wilhelm, bright red, very tine 5.00
I,. E. Bally, yellow, spotted red 5 00
Mine. Crozy, the stjtndard red 5.00 "
Millet Ells, largecrimson .5.00
Maurice Musy, vermilion scarlet 6.00
M. Forjteot, orange, yellow edge 6 00
Meteor, orange scarlet .5.00
Paul Marquant, best salmnn 5.00
Paul Bruant, orange scarlet 5.00
President Chandon, ochre yellow, orange spots .500
Paolo Raedell, iirillinnt crimson, golden edge 5 00
Paul Siesrrist, gold, edged crimson 5.00
Paul I.orenz, foliage bronze, blood red flowers 10.00
Prosrression, yellow, dotted maroon .5.00
Perfection, yellow, spotted crimeoo 6 0(1
Sarah Hill, crimson 5.10
Stadsrartner Senntaolz, foliage bronze, carmine flowers 5.00
Sophie Buchner, light red 5 00
senator Montefiore, orange salmon .5.00
Princess tuslR-nan, carmine .5.00
Trocadero, crimson 5.00
Austria, new. 30 cts. each ; $ i.OO per doz 20.00
Italia, new. 60 cts. each ; $6.00 per doz 40.00
In addition to the above varieties we have a fine collection of new sorts, really good things :
tor description of which see our Quarterly IJiit.
Special offeror collections of Cannas: for $3.00 we will send 50 distinct varieties; for t.5.00
we will send 100 distinct varieties, all carefully labeled; these collections contain many new
desirable high priced varieties.
30,000 AMPELOPSIS VEITCHII.
We offer a fine lot of stronir onp-vear-old pot grown plants from 3-inch pots, about '2A Inches
high, $1.00 per doz,; $7.00 per 100; $60.'00 per IfOO.
HYBRID CLE]WtAXIS.
A fine lot of pot-grown plants in 6 and 6-inch pots, two-yf nr-old stock.
Duchess of Edlnbur}£h, double white. I.ady Caroline Blevllle, blush white.
Fairy Queen, pale flesh, with pink bar. Marie Van Hontte, pure white, flue.
Gipsy Queen, fine rich purple. Miss Batenian, white, with chocolate
Henryl, pure white. anthers.
lacUniannl Alba, fine pure white. Otto Froebel, One large white.
Keruieslna, crimson, small but tlorifer. HIeboldl Hybrida, large blue.
nus. Standlshl, lavender blue.
La'wsoniana, rosy purple. The Gem, deep lavender blue.
W.'i.OO per do7. : Slto.OO per 100.
CYCAS SXEI^S-
We have just received a large importation of CycHs stems in sizes from 4 to IB lbs. which we
offer at 10 cts. per lb. in lots up to 100 Ibe. and shall bo pleased to quote prices on larger
F<»r other leasonable stock and our great speolaltles. Palms and Ferns, see our
Oiiiirterly Wholesale L-ist, April Isiiue.
HENRY A. DREER, 714 Chestnut St, Phila.
498
SITUATIONS WANTED.
The Florists* Exchange.
Bat*. 10 cei
irtlOD. Cftsh 1
situation wanted adTertlseme
lolld,
order. Thl8 rate applies
B add 10 oehte to ooTer expense of forwa:
glTUATlON wanted by flret-class r
rUATION wanted
xperleuced s1dkI<
■ T. F..
Mrs. Bollmann. 2t Rose Street, New York City.
pLORIST a;
ajte 2l>; 8 years' experience in Sweden. 8 years In
America. Good references. LaDgeltus. 1703 Fine st..
pIRST-CLASS florist wants situation: specialties,
■^ palm, fern and Easter stock. 12 years as head
man in Europe and America; best reterence. D. D.
care Florists' Exchance.
no object. Address,
CITUATION wanted by a
*^ cial or private; eight y
17 Ruth St..,'Pitt8bur(rh, Pa.
; able to take cbarKfl
CITUATION wanted by an American gardener
^ with 10 years* experience in RrowinR roses, vlo-
Breenhouse stock. First-class deelgn maker and
decorator; flrst-class references. Address Harry
L. Howe. 746 Central Ave., Dover. N. H.
HELP WANTED.
FLORISTS AND GARDENERS.
GREENHOUSES WANTED.
'WANTED TO RBNT.
10,000 feet of glass, in good
man; vicinity of
preferred. State
true particulars. Address S.C, care Florists'
Ezcbanpe.
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
FOR SALE CHEAP. M^».«^°i?iXcT
N. V. City, two story dwelling, 9 rooms, all heati
Good barn and dwelllnR for forema
land. "Electric cars pass the' door. Ill health t
ling. For further particulars addrei
' — -■', E
, Florists' Exchange.
FOR SALE.
Within two miles of New York City, excel-
lent, fully equipped florist place ; 10,000 feet of
glass. Hot water heat. Good water supply.
For further particulars address
OWNER, care Florists' Eichange.
FLORIST PLANT FOR SALE.
BENNETT & CHAPLIN,
Colorado SprlueB, Colo.
FOR RENT.
Greenhouses with 10,000 feet of glass and a
dwelling, on an acre of ground in the city of
Lancaster, Pa., six blocks from the center, on
a trolley line. $800 a year. Inquire of The
Lancaster Intelligtncer^ Lancaster, Pa.
Pittsburg.
Trade Improv
The condition of trade the past
week was very much better than dur-
ing the preceding one. The cause of this
was an increase of funeral work. There
is an abundant supply of good stock
of everything, excepting Harrisii lilies,
which are running short. Carnations
are the very best quality, retailing at
from 35 cents to 50 cents per dozen for
fair blooms. The best bring double
these figures.
Spring plant trade is very backward:
most of the florists are complaining.
The markets are stocked with bedding
plants, good and bad, but prices seem
to go lower each year. For instance,
geraniums, which should sell at from 90
cents to $1 per dozen, are already of-
fered for half these figures. Some of
the best plants in the Pittsburg mar-
kets are grown by the Blinds, who
erected a range of glass in the suburbs
of Allegheny last season.
Reports from the seed trade up to
date are most satisfactory: trade was
better than for several years. Onion
setts are very scarce; prices jumped to
50 cents and 60 cents per quart.
Jottion.
C. K. Hoffmeyer, at Carnegie, is
working at a new range of four houses,
the walls of which will all be of stone
and cement.
The exhibition of fancy caladiums in
the Allegheny Park conservatories fs
very fine. Superintendent Hamilton
has gotten together a large collection
of the choicest sorts obtainable.
E. C. REINBMAN.
FOR SALE CHEAP.
3xtra good second-hand 3 and 4 inch pipe
r hot water heating.
W. H. SALTER, Rochester, N. T.
STOCK WANTED.
WANTED
price, or I
rooted cuttings
BlviaSplen
lings or 2M In.
ichange Viol.
of L. H. Campbell. Lus
White, and Wm. Scott C'arnations. Must have
them at once. P. M. Da Witt, Torresdale, Phlla., Pa.
"WANTED.
500 AMERICAN OAKS
- street planting.
well-rooted planti, per 1000.
Prices and particulars to
ENGLISH IVY
FRED. W. KELSEY, 150 B'way, N. Y. City.
WANTED.
We will exchange Clirysanttaemums,
best standard or new sorts as desired, for the
following stock.
ROSES. f;^t^[
ready to shift,
ipots 250Perles,
, 350 Brides, 100
NATHAN SMITH & SON,
Adrian, Mich.
ING MENTION THE FLORIST'S EXCHAWCF
FOR SALE CHEAP!
SEVEN GREENHOUSES
OLD ORCHARD, MO.
All planted in Roses in Bne condition, first-class sheds, heating apparatus and
water supply. About 750 feet front, on good street, right at the depot.
Nine miles from St. Louis.
Price, $6,000, the actual value of the ground without improvements. Must be
sold at once. Liberal terms. For further particulars, apply to
E. H. MICHEL, care of St. Louis Cut Flower Co
WHEN WniTINa MENTION THE
Olive St., ST. LOUIS,
Seedlings and Certificates.
I have read with interest the discus-
sions, pro and con, relative to carnation
certificates. I consider truths have
been stated from different standpoints
and any animus evolved simply natural
friction.
As a whole, the matter has been edu-
cational and resolves Itself into an
axiom, viz.; A certificate is chiefiy use-
ful as a "send-off" for a novelty in in-
ti'oducing it to the trade, its real
"value" being the verdict of growers in
general after two or three years' trial.
Is not this true of all horticultural
novelties of whatever sort?
GROVE P. RAWSON.
I wish Mr. Graham would give us the
exact figures in the case of Mr. Ward's
seedling, unless prevented by reasons
of state. My authority for supposing
84 points to be the correct figure will
be found in Mr. Ward's article on page
362 (April 3) of this paper. He says:
"Certificate refused at Cincinnati ex-
hiljition of American C. S allowed but
84 points out of a possible 100."
Mr. Graham is in error in saying that
I assumed that the independent scores
were too wide apart. The only thing I
assumed was that the Judges acted in-
dependently, as they should have done,
an opinion which Mr, Graham confirms.
There is one thing that that gentleman
seems not to have found out, and that
is that no one is attacking the judges;
it is the system that is under fire. It is
of no consequence if my argument does
not apply to this particular case; an
imaginary case will do just as well to
illustrate the well-known defects of the
three-judge system.
I do not know what Mr. Graham
wishes to have done with the figures
which he furnishes— 99, 91 and 65— with
an average of 85. They are not perti-
nent to my argument, which demands
that the figures should be near enough
together to insure confidence in the
competency and fairness of the judges,
and figures so far apart as 65 and 99 do
not do that, whereas the Imaginary fig-
ures that I used do. It seems to me
that when three judges come so near
together as the figures I gave — 80, 85
and 87— it is evident that they are fa-
miliar with the question they are judg-
ing and are trying to act fairly. If,
however, the figures should be 70. 85
and 87 I should think that the commit-
tee was not well balanced and that
their verdict was of little value. When
the same variety is judged by two com-
mittees, if their decisions are not too
far apart, and every one is entitled to
his own opinion upon that point, it
seems to me that there is no room for
criticism.
I believe in letting the judges alone;
it is a thankless task at best and un-
kindly criticism does not help matters.
All this is foreign to the purpose of
the discussion, which will never end at
this rate. The division of opinion is
upon these two propositions:
First, it is impossible to determine
the commercial value of new carnations
from anything that can be seen at an
exhibition; and, therefore, it is useless
to sit in judgment upon them.
Second, the three-Judge system is
open to the objection that the favorable
marking of two judges can always be
set aside by a low mark by an unfa-
vorable judge; and, therefore, this sys-
tem should be abolished.
Perhaps it would be possible to ob-
tain a vote upon these two propositions
from a considerable number of carna-
tion growers by means of the coupon
method. The Carnation Society will
not be likely to insist upon methods
which, in the opinion of a large num-
ber of growers, are undesirable. The
difficulty is to get at the opinion.
I find, upon reading again Mr. Gra-
ham's article in the April 3 number,
that the quotation made from it by him
refers to an imaginary case. I would
like to ask him, or any one who can
speak with authority and is willing to
give a yes or no answer, if, in Mr.
Ward's case, the Judges actually made
up their scales independently, without
consultation or discussion. And I will
just venture to suggest that a domi-
nant mind might be as likely to pre-
vent a certificate as to twist one out of
by
LOTHROP WIGHT.
Winter Flowering Nymphceas.
My friend, Mr. Tricker, evidently does
not hold a very high opinion of the dis-
criminating abilities of the live Ameri-
can florist; he is apparently worrying
himself lest some of them should <
vert rose or carnation houses into huge
aquariums for the growing of winter
water lilies. I would be afraid of losing
a little sleep, too, over the matter— that
is, if The Florist's Exchange circulated
among the inmates of certain necessary
institutions.
In my note on winter-blooming
nymphaeas, Mr. Tricker says I
nounce glowing prospects. He must
tach different meanings to the w(
used than I do. I fail to discover
glowing prospects and the florist who
has his wits about him is in little dan-
ger of floundering into winter water
lily growing till it has been demon-
strated clearly that it would be advisa-
ble so to do.
My notes are the results of my own
observations during the past few years.
In water lily growing as in every other
branch of the business, we have all a
great deal to learn. No one man knows
it all; and it is only by each dabbler
giving his experience that we will the
more quickly get a thorough knowl-
edge of whether these plants can be
profitably grown in winter or not.
Mr. Tricker misquotes my tempera-
tures. I gave 70 F. as the figure below
which the water should not be allowed
to fall for tropical varieties. The tem-
perature of the atmosphere is quite an-
other matter.
What can be Mr. Tricker's objection
to starting the plants in five-inch pots?
They look better than old tomato cans.
He surely does not imagine that I ad-
vise growing the plants in five-inch
pots for the sake of the fiowers they
will produce under such circumstances.
My idea, pretty clearly expressed, I
think, was to show that the plants
would start to fiower in these pots, and
the cultivator who wouldn't put them
into larger ones when they showed that
such an operation was necessary,
would indeed be a dolt. I am afi-aid he
wouldn't squeeze bread and butter
enough to keep himself alive out of any
class of plants. G. W. OLIVER.
PEOTjOI
OPEN TO ALL FREE TO ALL
Aofwers Solicited from Those Who Know.
(100) AVIiHe Flies on Cnonmbers I
am familiar with a little white fly that
lodges among tomato vines, cucumbers,
etc., although I have never seen
any bad results from the pest. Here
we are only troubled slightly. I re-
member some years ago, in Scotland,
having charge of a tomato house. This
same fly was there. At that time we
tried eradicating it by fumigating, but
whenever the fumigator was started
the Hy would dislodge from the vines
and get shelter among the soil; at any
rate it would be up on the vines the
following day. Should the fly be very
troublesome and damaging the vines I
would suggest laying tobacco stems on
the walks or on the benches, which-
ever is most convenient. The continual
fumes from the stems may make it dis-
agreeable for the pest. Tobacco stems
is a capital remedy for all insects.—
WM. TURNER.
(101) Bone (or Roses,_Bone, ground
to the fineness of meal, is best for rose
beds. As I take it, the material is
meant for a season's work. Bone flour
is excellent for giving quick returns,
using it for top dressings and potting
young plants. The coarser the grade
the longer its lasting qualities. A
house 100x20 feet will take from 125 to
150 pounds. The fertilizer should be
well worked into the soil. H. H.
(102) A Popular Frenoli Trade
Pttper._N. B. would like to have the
address of the most popular florist's ad-
vertising paper (wholesale) in Paris,
France.
How to raise Vegetables.
Amateur Farmer— Don't know what
ails these peas: they won't come up.
Sympathetic Friend— Why don't you
give 'em an emetic?
The Plorists* Exchkngb.
499
GHeHBTlDHS,
It Is our practice to alternate eacli
year witti roses and carnations in some
of our houses. By tliis method we are
enabled to cut from either until plant-
ing time arrives for the new stock.
For instance, the houses we have plant-
ed in roses now, and from which we
have been cutting all winter, will be
utilized for carnations this fall. Mean-
time the roses will be kept growing
right along until planting time for car-
nations arrives. This gives our young
roses a chance to attain a good size
before we are compelled to cut flowers
from them.
The carnations which have been
transplanted in houses in which we in-
tend to plant our young roses this
spring, will be thrown out as rapidly as
we need the houses. Insects and dis-
ease will accumulate in time, and to
check these as much as possible the old
plants should be burned.
We can in this way utilize the houses
throughout the year, and at no time
need they stand idle, save for the short
period required to put them in shape
again for the new stock.
We have emptied one house of carna-
tions to-day to make room for young
roses. While they were being removed,
and I was cutting the last flowers from
them, I could not help being impressed
with the difference in quality of these
blooms when compared with those
which are grown in our regular carna-
tion houses. This difference is appar-
ent every season, and it makes no dif-
ference at all whether they have been
growing in a short or long span to the
south house or an even span one run-
ning north and south.
The prime cause for this great dif-
ference is not hard to find. The house
of carnations which we have just emp-
tied was treated as the others have
been as regards watering, ventilation
and feeding. Knowing that we would
use this house for roses, and not wish-
ing to shade the glass and then in a
short while be at the necessity of re-
moving it, we permitted the plants to
have the full benefit of the sun. The
effect of this was gradual but sure, and
finally accomplished with us in this in-
stance what it does with a great many
others who say that they cannot grow
good carnations indoors during sum-
mer. This is an excellent illustration of
the carnation's inability to endure very
strong light; and the great difference
between this unshaded house and- the
shaded ones stands as a monument to
the value and importance of judicious
shading. It also confirms my claim
that our climate is not the whole, or
even any very great part, of the reason
why we are enabled to cut good carna-
tion blooms throughout the summer,
which is rather the result of a careful
attention to the items previously men-
tioned.
I have often been asked it our cli-
mate was not the main factor in pro-
ducing fine carnations, particularly
during the summer months, and my
answer has been always in the nega-
tive, qualified with the statement,
however, that it is of great assistance
when the other prime requisites are
carefully looked after and attended to.
But I always have, and still believe,
that the difference is not so great as to
render it impossible or impracticable
to produce good carnation blooms dur-
ing summer in a warmer climate than
ours. On the contrary, I am convinced
in my own mind that it can be done; in
fact, is being done by some.
Those who succeed, however, will do
so by studying the carnation's wants,
and giving to it in judicious propor-
tions that which it needs. This is-
really the essence of success, and which
any energetic, industrious and wide-
awake florist can put into practice.
The time is within easy recollection
when I supposed that we could not
grow fine carnations during summer;
but I have long since changed my mind
and become aware of the reasons why
we could not.
The trouble with many growers is
that no real efforts are put forth to
prolong the carnation's blooming period.
The common impression is rather ac-
cepted that its usefulness has expired
at the approach of summer.
I read with interest Mr. Darlington's
remarks on page 472 of The Exchange
last week, regarding the use of sulphur.
The mixing of sulphur with the lime-
wash is a capital idea, and I believe its
use In this way will be quite as effec-
tive in the carnation house as it has
proven with him in his rose house.
Fungus diseases are the %vorst and
most dangerous enemies we have to
deal with; and since sulphur has proven
itself a formidable weapon in combat-
ing many of these diseases, its value
when used in the way described by
Mr. Darlington becomes at once appar-
ent. H. WEBER.
St. Louis.
airket NolM.
Flowers brought the growers sat-
isfactory returns on the days of short
supply, but last week was one of dis-
tressingly low values from Wednesday
on. On that day there was a large
stock of roses and carnations and
prices dropped from Monday's advance
into the old rut cut by glut prices.
Young & Sons had the Pierce wedding
decoration on Tuesday, for which they
used 5,000 Bridesmaid and a propor-
tionately large quantity of other flow-
ers. This prevented the collapse of the
market for a day, but the inevitable
break occurred Wednesday, and for
the remainder of the week we suffered
a low market. There were no fluctua-
tions to vary the weariness of the sit-
uation and the week closed with bed-
rock prices.
Roses were in largest supply. Most
of the buds received are small and
show the effect of sun in their bleached
color. The cool snap two weeks ago
left its brand on the foliage of much of
the stock now coming in, and many
roses which would still grade No. 1 for
stem and color find their way into the
hands of the Greek on account of mil-
dew. Bride and Kaiserin were most
plentiful and lowest in price. Funeral
work was scarce, and as white roses
do not sell well on the street, their
whole demand was from counter trade,
and this was inadequate to the supply
and many went to waste. Perle and
Meteor were in ample supply, but not a
glut by any means. There was some
loss of the lower selections of these va-
rieties, also of poor and bruised stocks;
but good buds sold clean. Bridesmaid
so far continues in best demand, but
the buds are growing small, and Test-
out and La France, both of which are
improving, will soon replace it.
There was a shade of improvement in
carnations. Receipts were somewhat
lighter and as roses advanced early in
the week carnations of standard qual-
ity advanced to $1 per 100 and adjusted
themselves again to 50 cents per 100,
when values of roses settled back to
their low price. Large quantities are
now coming in and indications point
to a low market.
Sweet peas are now arriving in great
abundance and prices have taken a
drop to 25 cents a hundred for ordinary
length stem, and 50 cents a hundred for
long stem.
Violets are almost gone. A few of
the hardy Russian varieties straggle in
every now and then, but not enough to
quote them.
Harrisii continue to come in, and af-
ter a few days find their way into the
dump barrel. They have no value.
Callas are in fair request when there
is funeral work, but absence of it last
week caused many to go unsold. Val-
ley is abundant. Good out-door stock
sells at $2 per 100.
Cape Jessamine is coming in from
Texas in large quantity and sells at
prices ranging from $1 to 12 per 100.
Smilax is scarce and sells at W5 to $20
per 100.
The Heiri.
The Trillow greenhouses, at Old
Orchard, Mo., were sold last Tuesday
at Clayton. The Michel Plant & Bulb
Co., which holds a mortgage on the
property, bought it in.
Visitors to this market were P. W.
Von Bockelman, White Hall, III.; Hen-
ry Ernst, Washington, Mo., and J. F.
Amman, Edwardsville, 111.
C. A. Schoenle, formerly decorator
for the Ayres Floral Co., has severed
his connection with that firm and has
acquired by purchase from them their
former Washington Avenue store.
The Ayres Floral Co. will shortly be-
gin building a new store near Grand
Avenue.
W. F. Trillow, for several years con-
nected with Robert F. Tesson, and
later growing for the wholesale trade
for his own account in the old Berdan
greenhouses at Old Orchard, Mo., will
shortly depart from here tor Cincinnati,
where he has accepted the charge of
Petersen's greenhouses. C. G. F.
CARNATIONS
Rooted cuttings all sold exuept Ophelia, Thos.
CartledKe, Rose Queen, Annie I^ons-
dale, at $1.60 per luu: $13.00 per 1000. -VVm.
Scott, Portia, S-weetbrler and McGo-wan
at $1.15 per 100 ; $10.00 per 1000.
Dtity, from 2 Inch pots, 4* varieties, best new and old
from $2.60 to $4.00 per lOO. Send for price list.
HYDRANGEA OTAKSA, from 2 inch pots, $3.00 per 100. Cash with order, please.
JOHN HICKETT i CO., 02(1 SL, mar Elnwood Ivc, PHILlDELPHIl, PI.
THE COTTAGE GARDENS, Queens, L I.
8PECIA1.ISTS IB(
Carnations, Cannas, Chrysanthemums,
fliagara Falls, Ont.
John Que, in the employment of John
Dobbie, was seriously injured in a run-
away accident Saturday, May 8.
Paterson, N. J.
Joseph Towell is lying critically ill at
St. Joseph's Hospital suffering from
paralysis and stomach derangement.
Madison, Wis.
J. E. Williams made an assignment
May 7 to Justice C. K. Tenney. The
unsecured obligations amount to $1,200,
and the assignee states that the assets
will cover all liabilities.
Great Heck, L. I.
George P. Matthews has been en-
gaged by the Long Island Railroad to
establish two fiower stands; one in the
Long Island City station, the other in
the Thirty-fourth Street ferry house, at
Long Island City.
£au Claire, Wis.
O. R. Demler is making many
changes in and about his premises. He
has moved his residence to the east
the width of one lot, also his barns, and
will build new greenhouses, etc., in-
creasing two-fold his space for busi-
Carnations and Violets.
p«r 100. MM per 1000. Ro.
White, «1 per l6o. $8 per 1000.
SEMPLE'S ASTERS
$2.50 per 1000.
Aclilllea. the Pearl, $3.00 per 100 clumps.
Tinea Var., 2% inch pots, 70 cents per doz.
Euonymus Var. Aurea, 1 yr. old, $2.50 per 100.
Ampelopsls Veitchii, 2',^ inch, 35 cts. per doz.
A. & 6. ROSBACH, Pemberton, N. J.
WHEN WHITING MENTfON THE FLOWISTS'
ROSES...
FRESH CUT, $3.00 per 100.
Good-size, large stemmed foliage bright and
clean. Bride, Mermet, Nephetos. Parties not
known to us please send cash or we will ship
C. O. D. Write us for terms on regular supply.
R. KILBOURN, ■ Clinton, N. T.
Fine Smilax
6 to 8 feet long,
$16 per ICO strings.
Address*'
WM. KEIR, Pikesville, Md.
ALL IN BLOOM.
EXTRA FINE PLANTS.
Oeranlums. 3 & 4 in. pots. $S0O& $5.rO per lOO
Hsllotrope, 3&4 " 3.00 & 6.00 •' UlO
Ivy Oeranlnm, 3 " 300 " 1110
Olsnt I>bl. Alyaaum, 3in. pols.. 3.00 " 100
Cash with order. Samples sent free by expresf.
B. P. WYNINGS, Lebanon, Pa.
CLEMATIS,
In potB 1 ffood plants. .
Ollll IV Stronif plant, from last year, ih in pot
SMILlA »2.60 p«r 100. Tran.plante.l. 11.00 per IIH
F. A. BALLER, Bloomington, III
MCNTION TMt n.ORIST»- [XCHA
GERANIUMS.
fine bushv plants
1 of S. A. Nutt, La
Favorite, Gen. Grant, Mrs. E.G. Hill, and c
in., .$6.00 r
WHITTON & SONS, Wholesale Florists,
City and Green Streets, Utica, N.
Our Latest and Greatest Bargain Offer.
Gerauiums, all the best varieties, Fuchslae.
Heliotrope, in bloom all named, 3^4 and3HiQ*
pots at $3,00 and $6.00 per 100; Ageratum, blue
and white, dwarf, Verbenas. Coleus, Cupb^a,
Daisy, Feverfew^ Flowering Begonias, Sal-
leroi Geraniums, etc., 2^ in. pots, $2.00
per lOu; Swatnsona alba. Genista canarlen-
sis, 2J4 in. pots, Marie Louise Violets, larg-e
clumps, $3 00 per 100; Chrysantbemumis, lead-
ing varieties, 3M in. pots, $3.50 per 100: 1500
English Ivy, rooted cuttings, strong, Sl-75 per
100. Speak quick ; send cash.
GREENE COUNTY FLORAL NURSERY,
Wbite Hall, 111.
WHEN WmriHO MttmOH THE TVORIBTS- IXCHAWOt
Per lUO
BeKonla Tburstonii $3 00
" A.Guttata 2 60
•' Paul Bruant, Pres. Carnot. 4 00
Cemon Vertoena. Strong 2 50
Ctarysanthemuuis. Standard vars. 1 50
Russellla Junoea, 2V4 Inch, strong. ... 2 60
Vlnca. Variegated, 11/2 inch pots 160
Alternauttaera aurea nana, 2 inch,
strong 1 60
Cotteea Scandens, 2V'2 inch, strong. 2 SO
Palm, Latanla Borbonlca, per
1000,125.00 3 00
THOS. A. McBETH, Springfield, 0.
WHIN WRITING MCNTION THE rvOBISTS- EUCMANCI
Who Wants Them.
525 BRIDESMAID
350 BRIDE
250 WOOTTON
All out of 2'.^ inch pots, ready to plant, the
lot for I25.00.
Also 100 RKX BEGONIAS, out of 4 inch
pots, for $io.oo. All good varieties.
GEO. A. RAGKHAM, Detroit, Mich.
88O Van Dyke Avenue.
WMCM WBITINC MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
We have now sold out of rooted cuttings,
having disposed of over a quarter of a million
the past season. Our cuttings have given
entire satisfaction, and we did not have a single
complaint from freezing in transit or poor
stock. We wish to thanls our patrons for their
orders. We are adding more glass to our plant
and expect to have a large stock in A Nii. 1
quality next season. We will have for the
trade 2,600 Asparaens plumosa nana (ready
in July) and 10,000 Field Grown Carnat ens
and 30,000 Dahlia Roots in the Fall at lowest
market rare. Correspondence solicited.
A. B. DAVIS & SON, Purcellville, Va.
QERANIUnS
Nutt, lli^.Tanthe, Mine. Cliovrolicre,
(Tranl. li.'auty Fontcvino, HartfonI,
doulile I'iiiU H.'dilor, Ac, stroiij; plants
from 3;,, iurh pots, $r,.00 per 100.
Ivy Geranium, V.'-.c a doz. ; *S.OO per 100.
Dwarf Lobelia, Crystal Palace Compacta,
propaKated by cuttings, 'i% inch, $2.50
per
100.
Dwarf Alyssiiin, 2;$ inch, $2.50 per 100.
Heliotrope, 3^^ ins., strong, $1.00 por 100_
W. E. NORTH, • Plantsvilla, Conn.
500
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This with us means the best growth of Cypress Lumber and
the best grade of that growth ; and from this grade all the sap —
bright sap, which only experts can detect — as well as stained sap,
knots and other defects cut out. Others do not equal our quality
if they do beat our prices. It is not hard to see the reason : You
can not buy gold dollars at fifty cents each. E.xperienced growers
know that the best is not too good and cheapest in the long run.
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KING & KNIGHT. 35 E. Wendell Street, Boston
Green Bay, Wis — Mr. Rennecke has
opened a new flower store here.
Sclienectady, N. Y. — J. W". H. Grupe
has opened a new store in the Enis
ii-Ii — The Irvine Floral
icles of a.ssociation with
nf State; capital stock,
Fay l-ity,
Co. has filed
the Secretai
$10,500.
Salem, IHass.—Thomas W. Head and
Henry T. Conant have entered into
partnership and will operate a florist's
store in this place.
Lake Gcueva, WiM — It is reported
that George S. Holmes, of Williams
Bay, has purchased an interest in
Longland's greenhouses.
Plyiiioutli, Pa.-ira G. Marvin, of
Wilkesbarre, has opened the green-
house on Main Street at one time con-
ducted by W. H. Van Pleese.
Beiitun Harbor, Micli J. H. Brum-
ly has begun the erection of a new
greenhouse here. He hopes to move to
Eighth Street from his present location
in July.
Albert Lea, Minn s. F. Simonson
has sold his interest in the Lake Shore
greenhouse to P. Clausen, of whom he
bought it, and has gone to St. Paul,
where he has entered the employ of an
uncle, Chris. Hanson, at 904 Dale Street.
RittersviUe, Pa.—John F. Horn,
partner and manager with the Arm of
Kratz, Schelley & Co., has bought out
the interests of Messrs. Kratz & Schel-
ley in their greenhouses here. Mr.
Horn will hereafter conduct the busi-
ness himself and will also run the store
formerly owned by the Arm at 514
Hamilton Street, Allentown, Pa.
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PERFECT CLIIZIERS' POINTS
HENRY h. DREER, 714 Chestnut St., Phila., Pa.
GLASS
VANHORNE
ror &REENHOUSES, CONSERVATORIES, Al JICC
aRAFERIES, HOTHOUSES ANS HOTBEDS. ULHOO
GRIFFEN & CO.
Agents for CHAIHBERS & UcKEE CO. Jeannette Brands American Glass.
40 lo 48 VESTR* STREET. » P U# V /\ D IT
Cor. Greenwich Street, IM C W TUKIVi
Importers of French Glass.
LASS.
.^>'^^ iMf^ WOOD GLASS CO>\R\NY
t
CALIFORNIA RED CEDAR
A. DIETSGH S GO. 619 Sheffield Avenue, CHICAGO.
MANnFACTURERS OK
RED CEDAR AND CYPRESS GREENHOUSE MATERIAL.
WHEN WniTINO KfENTION THE FLORISTS' CXCHANGE
i
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•(END FOR OIIK NEW (ATA HXUE, WHICH HUOW8 J
iTlieilewpiitoiiiatiGGaDieYeiitilatoij
prices with a KQarantee t
>»♦♦♦♦»»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦I
WHEN WmTINQ HCNTION THt ftOlllSTB- tXCHANOC
JOH N^ H.^ JACKSON. Succes^s^
\CKSON BROS.
i
.RaUND TILE.
TRADE GREENHOUSES.
THE BEST MADE.
"Florists" Get Your Plans and Estimate from
PLENTY'S HORTICULTURAL WORKS,
148-156 Randolph Ave , JERSEY CITY, N.J.
WHEN IWRfTIHO MCWTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHAWCE
STANDARD VENTILATING MACHINE.
EQUAL IT
IN
Strength
AND
Durability
Send for Catalogue.
NOTHING
Flimsy
OR
Complicated
about it.
E. HIPPARD. YOUNGSTOWN, OHIOe
FOR GLAZING GREENHOUSES. SUPERIOR TO PUTTY IN EVERY WAY.
\s not hardened by the extreme heat or cold that a greenhouBe is constantly subjected to both Inside
and out. Mastica is adhesive and remains permanently elastic so that it Is not forced out of place by ex-
pansion and contraction of the woodwork. Houses glazed with Msatica do not need re-elazlntr, thus sav-
ing time and expense. With Blasttca can "bed-tn" or use on the outside, but with a machine only.
"HTGSsTiKroV'SciETY'orrHVRIC^^^^^ 1895.
Put up in gallons, $1.00. Half gallons, 60 cts. Quarter gallons, 35 cts.
Mastical Glazing Machines, $1.00 each.
Send for full descriptive circuliir and testlmunlalB. AgentH iu nil the priticipnl cities.
F. 0. PIERCE GO,, Sole Manufacturers, 1 70 Fulton St., New York.
DO YOU KNOW WHY THE
T VENTILnTIHI! SrSTEPI
PLEASES THE FLORISTS?
It Is lleht and yet strontc.
perates quickly and evenly.
i durat>Ie and neat.
It closes ventilators tlxlit.
It Is tlie cheapest In tlie end.
It Is guaranteed for live years.
E. A. ORMSBY, Melrose, Mass.
WHEN WRITINQ MENTION THE
602
J. K. AI.I.BN,
Wholesftia Commission Dealsr in
CUT FI,01!VERS,
67 W. aSth St., New York.
Order! by mall or teleeraph prompt
to. Telephone Call, 382 38th
ROSES AND VIOLETS :
FORD
BROS. Ill
WHOLESALE
FLORISTS,
in West 30th Street, |{|||
NEW
YORK.
CMBleiiments Solicited.
TelopioBO 260 38tli flt. ||
WM. H. CUNTHER,
Wholesale Florist
VIOLETS AND CARNATIONS A SPECIALTY.
Consignments Solicited.
30 West 29th St., New York.
Telephone, 2ilO0-3Sth Street.
MICHAEL A. HART,
Wholesale & Gommission Florist,
113 W. SOtli St., New York.
Telephone Call, 1307 38th St.
All kinds of Roses, Violets and Carnatio
H. A. HOFFMANN,
Wholesale Florist
44 W. 29th St., NEW YORK.
Telephone Call, 1847 18th St.
EDWARD C. HORAN,
WHOLESALE ♦ FLORIST,
W. 29th St., New York.
JULIUS LANG,
Wholesale Florist
' 63 WEST SOtli ST.
CODBignmentB Solicited. NEW YORK.
MILLANG & CO..
Wholesale Gommission Florists,
The Plorists' Excht^nge.
Wholesale Dealer in Cut Flowers,
We are Headquarters for finest Carnations and Roses, Violets, Valley, Romans, Smilax
Adiantnm. Best selected stock reserved for shipping orders. Send us your name lor oui
Semi-Monthly Price List. _ _ _
19-21 RANDOLPH STREET, CHICAGO.
CHAS. W. McKELLAR,
WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORIST
Largest and best market in Chicago. Constant supply of all seasonable f
Supplies, Wire-worli, etc. All orders given prompt
Telephone, Main 11!39. 4S, 47, 49 WABASH AVENUE, CHICAGO. ILL.
ED. F. WINTERSON, Manager.
May U. 1897- May 12, 1897 May 12, 1897
, Beauty, fancy and special.
Brldt
Bridesmaid
Jacqnemlnot
K. A. Victoria
La France, extra
ordinary.
Magna Oharta
Mme. Testont
MetMjr
Mrs. P. Morgan
Nipbetoi, Hoste
I colors, inferior grade
White
Standaed 1 Pink
VABtKTlls 1 Eed
( Yel. 4 Varie
•Fancy ( White
O ardyarletlei.) (Tel.4Vari
LnjEB, Longlflorum
Lilt of the Valley
MiaMOHETrs
NAB0I88O6, Von Sion
Golden Spur
ROUAN HTAOniTHS
1.00 to 3.00
1.00 to i.OO
1.00 to 2.0U
.76 to 1.00
1.26 10
1.2d to 1.60
1.26 to 15
.00 to 3.0a
1. 00 to 4.00
.50 to 1.00
St. Lociv
May 13. 1897
1.00 to 3.(
1.00 to a.i
1.00 to 2.(
...to ....
:.oo to 20 00
... to ....
For Prices ol Fancy an
Prices are for que
Prices quoted above are gi
i-narant.ee their accuracy, they i
clal !^coc1t see our Correspondence Colamn
3 of one hundred unless otherwise noted,
nly after very careful inquiry, and while w
found practically correct up to the date raentic
Wholesale Growers of Cut Flowers.
,, 500,000 Feet of Glass.
We can fill all orders on short notice with all leading varieties of ROSES and
CARNATIONS. We are headquarters for fine AMERICAN BEAUTIES.
Give us a trial and convince yourself.
SALESROOM 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO, III.
WHEN WWITINQ MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANG£
SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, *f"l°or?st"
FIKESX S'WEET PEAS, all colors, $1.00 per 100.
All Standard Varieties of Carnations at rock bottom prices, also Dovelties.
Special Prices on Large Quantities of Roses, Carnations, etc.
E:Ktra Elne (tour foot stem) Beauties, $4.00 per dozen.
1612-1614 Barker St. Bet. chestnut & Market sts. Philadelphia, Pa.
Illinois Cut Flower Co.,
J. B. DEAMUD, Manager.
WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS,
51 Wabash Ave., Chicago.
Consign merits Solicited..
KENNIGOTT BROS. COMPANY,
Wholesale • Gut • Flowers,
88 Wat>asli Avenue,
CHICAGO, ILL.
WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY
FRANK MILLANG,
Wholesale Gommission Dealer
....in Gut Flowers....
THE NEW YORK GUT FLOWER CO.
119-121 West 23d Street,
112-114 West 24th Street,
Tilepiioiie 733, IStli St., N EW YORK.
PURDY & BLAUVELT,
Wholesale and Commission Dealem in
CUT FLOWERS
UAIBEHEAIS FZEIT rSOHDS A SFESULTT.
57 WEST 30th STREET,
{ B*«. Broadway & 6lh Ave. NEW YORK.
A. & F. ROLKER,
WHOLESALE DEALERS IN
CUT FLOWERS
53 'West 28th St.
Telephone 2379 38th St. HEW YORK.
in£. F=. SHERIDKN
Wliolesale Oominltlon Dealer In *
CUT FLOWERS
38 Weat aSth St., New Yorii.
Telephone, 2U-38tli Bt.
PRICE LIST SENT ON APPLICATION.
TRAENDLY & SGHENCK,
Wholesale Florists, I
SB W. 28th St. and CUT FLOWER EXCHANBE,
NEW YORK.
Telephone 961-18th St.
» .^-Consignments Solicited.
JOHN YOUNG,
Wholesale Florist,
51 WEST 28th ST.,
NEW TOKK.
WM. J. BAKER,
Wholesale Florist
1432 So. Pent! Square,
Philadelphia, Pa.
DUMONT
& CO., Il
WHOLESALE FLORISTS
CARNATIONS A
SPECIALTY.
No. 1305 Filbert St
, Philadelphia.
EDWARD REID,
^Wholesale Florist
^FINEST VAKIETIES;
HOSES, CKHNKTIONS,
No. 40 South Sixteenth Street.
"■"-Dic'^HOM. Philadelphia.
A trial order will convince you that my carmitions
WHCN WRITINO MeNTION THC rLORISTS* EXCHANOI
May 15 1897-
The Florists- Exchkngo.
503
Wholesale Florists / ^jobbers ,n
FLORIST'S
SUPPLIES.
FLORISTS' VASES.
84 HAWLEY STREET, ■ BOSTON.
TOBACCO OUST
GEO. A. SUTHERLAND.
CUT FLOWERS aadFLORISinUFFLIES
WHOLESALE.
67 Bromfield St., Boston, Mass.
City Hall Cut Flower Market
WELCH BROS., Props.
Consignors Given Space Free
Space let to growers wishing
to sen tneir own goods.
Flowers Shipped to all Points.
...SEND FOR PRICE I,I9T...
Regu
(f Cha
W. EtLISON,
Wholesale Cut Flowers,
Florist Supplies. Wtr* Ds>i(ns.
2744 Franklin Ave., ST. LOUIS, MO.
CHAS.G.FLECKENSTEIN
Wholesale Flowers,
1323 Pine Street,
...ST. LOUIS, MO.
I
C. A. KUEHN,
WHOLESALE FLORIST,
1122 Pine St., St. Louis, Mo.
A COMPLETE LIXE OF WIBE DESIflNS.
ROGERS PARK FLORAL CO.,
ul Flowers
Buffalo Gut FlowerExGhanp.
WHOLESALE GOMMISSIOP,
481 WASHINGTON ST.. BUFFALO, N.Y
Telephone, Seneca 1366.
WM F. K/XSTING. "'„''£'«?»1?„,
496 Washington Street, Flnrkl
BUFFALO, N Y. """^^
I Also Dealer in Florls's' Supples & WireDeslgns
TO BURN, S2.60 per bbl.. 180 lbs.
TO SPRINKLE, $6perca6e,4601b8.
H A.Stoothoff.
CORRECT KIND."!'Mud'-'" *'»•
gspflBBiiuii piviaosos naps, °°
to 10 feet loug.
"VsT. H. ELLIOTT,
lei'xglbL-boxi-, DMass.
WHEW WRrTINO MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCH»NCE
OBITUARf.
£ S Nixon
E b Nixon, Chattanooga Tenn died
suddenU in Wednesdav May a th
cause of death be ng the bursting of i
lilood A --^f-l in the ) iiin
the battles of
t mooga in ises and
inuousb since that ti:
le t )k up his leblde
It 1 I ip1 the n uei I usiness
H 1 u fsstul and foi >ears had
1 i as the leading florist of
Ml \i\ n -oas a membei of the
(,i tn 1 \ini\ 1 th y \ ul h He was
m ml 1 t St I 1 iT I 1 1 1 ilChurch
The nl\ suiM\in^ men 1 ers of his
lamiU aie his s ,n Ed b Nixon Ji
and Mis C D Henley
Deceased was a man of fine physique
He was upnght honest in all his deal
inas nl utspoken in his defense of
11^1 t H IS flank to a fault and had
luiliti s 1 h ad and heait that en
leu 1 hii t his fi lends and made him
John Saul
John Saul, the well-known nursery-
man and tlorist, died at his home near
Washington, D. C on Tuesday morn-
ing last in his seventy-fourth year.
Mr. Saul, who was one of the best-
known of the older lesi.lents .)t the Dis-
trict of Columliia . :i i-Mi ,11 Lismore,
County Cork, h ".as day.
1823. As he SI' ■ ' " ained in
Violet-Growing in Virginia.
The mode
pie Long :
hillside or
\ s on extended their
1 41111 sashes and some
1 in the old Shenand lah
treatment is most sun
■s of cold frames on the
the edge of timber Ian 1
giving a waim shelteiel 1 iii 11
lough shutteis made of stiaw an 1 1 111
biush being used for w intei 11 te ti n
All the work is 1 ne 1 \ n ^1 1 \s
who get n to ?1 1 I e I 1
ing and bun h 1 \ e \
well d(pne t( ^
wondel the I 1 ell
always glad tj impait as fai a'
nghteen years expeiience will pel
Fetal II
March
headw iv 1 1 1 i 1
practicallj flee ti m this pest f 1 rn
01 two seasons When moving thi
patch caie should be taken to use per
Precocious Perspicacity.
He— Life is so slow here in Philadel-
phia that I lead a merely vegetable ex
Little Maud (interrupting)— Oh, 1
guess that's what papa meant when hf
said you were a dead beat.
soon after beeuiujns; ..1 Mi;e leiiioved to
the Isle of Wight, and subsequently to
Bristol, England, in both of which
places he was manager of extensive
nurseries.
He artn-i )ii W:r-lMi,:-i..ii in May.
Harewood Park. In 1862 he bought the |
property in which he spent the re-
mainder of his life.
Mr. Saul was among the first in
America to advocate a more general
use of orchids and other rare and val-
uable plants, and a goodly portien nf
his establishment at Washingt.>n was
given up to their cultivation. He was
also an extensive grower of roses and
nursery stock.
Deceased was a member of the Car-
roll Institute, American Pomological
Society, the Society of American Flor-
ists and other organizations. He was
appointed a member of the parking
FLORISTS and CUT FLOWER DEALERS
,.raer ynur CAPE and GR ANDIF I.OKA
.lASMINE buds from us 75c j.er 100 Write
forspeci-il puces by thousand. ExceltPnt phlipers
Southern Eruit Co., Oallas, Texas.
CUT SMILAX.
CUT SMILAX
12 cents per string.
THE NATIONAL PLANT CO.,
OUT SMILAX
Choice 6 foot strings nl N. Y. Miirkct rntis.
ADiiiiiil output .-.iMlOOslnnK?.
ADIANTUM CUNEATUM
E.itni nne frontlP, $1.(1" per 100.
CUSTAVE SCHRADER,
Cut ri.«cr K»;|;'"'".". "'"> i'eir?!,';;'„"L."l.?N.Y'
JOHN CONLEY & SON,
TIN FOIL
2 aud 4 Dominick Street,
NEW YORK.
PAPFR Toothpicks.
rMrCn pgpgr Bags.
AND Waxed and Tissue
TWINE. Papers— ail sizes.
H. ft. SOHL,'nVw??-.^
t FI.ORIST'8 EXCHAHG'
♦ E.G. HILL & CO., ♦
t Wholesale Florists,*
L* RICHMOND, INDIANA. ♦
»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦
^HEW WRrTINO MErfTION THE
M. RICE &CO.,
Importer6 and Manufacturers of
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
'WELCH BROXHERS,
DEALERS IN
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
BOSTON.
iS Province Street,
9 Cnapman Place,
Wire Designs, Wheat Sheaves, Baskets, Im-
mortelles, Cape Flowers, Cut Flowers, Boxes,
and all other supplies, at prices to meet com-
petition.
TELEPHONE 1782 18TH ST.
MEYER GREEN SILKALINE.
;>ld for SltllglllC SMllI jtI i'^illOTS.
Boston Florist Letter Co.
^.;';?s
denier,.
N. F. McCarthy, Treas. & Hanager.
BOSTON, MASS. » »" 'svV
NO MCNTION THE rLOR.StO tlCHANM
504
The F=i-orists' Exchange.
CkryiiKntlieiiiuins.-A'] Ihe Ucst standard
ties, from puis. t2 00 per llO. ^
puts, ti Ml per 100: flb.OO per 1000.
Violelfl.— CaltfOTUia, Marie Louisp. siiiele,
from 2H Inch pot», I3.C0 per 100. Lady H. (
bell, clumps, »4, CO perlOO.
CABHATIONS ^''''
Wnve. S. Sprays, Dzzle
nicGowan, Portia, tl.tO per
Bride ol'SrleBcourt, 12.00 per 1
Uini CTC I-a-ly Campbell, 15.00 per 1000.
VIDLETS iLuxo,oe.^,3.g,,per_10..>2.C.peM(>».
JOSEPH RENARD, Unionville, '"ct" Pa.
A T^1SXAK.E,
to delay your orders for
MINNIE COOK.
Price should be $3,U0 per 100; $25.00 per 1000
MEADOW VIEW GREENHOUSES,
PARSIPPANY, N. Y.
Carnations, Etc.
HIGH GRADE ROOTED CUTTINGS.
Write for price list.
H. 'WEBER & S0:NS,
p. O. Bo> 67, OAKLAND, Md.
LARGEST AND BEST STOCK OF
PREPARED CYCAS LEAVES
TO BE KOITKJD AIVYWHERE
Uetal Floral Designs, Sheaves, Doves, Baskets, Moss TTreatlis, TFlieat, Milkweeds,
Cape Flowers, Wire >york, and all Florists' Supplies.
Write for catalogu
Free to the trade
A. HERRMANN, 404-412 East 34th Street (Near Ferry), New York,
Manulacturer of MET«' <:L0RAL DESIGNS, Imporler and Dealer in FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.
GYGAS LEAVES AND FUNERAL SHEAVES
BASKETS AND SUPPLIES,
SEEDS
KND
ivljolesale onl:
SPRING BULBS.
apply for lists. Address
AUGUST ROLKER & SONS, NEW YORK,
1 36 and 138 West 24th Street. P. 0. Station E.
L
CARNATIONS AND ROSES
strong, well-rooted cuttings of Caroations. as per
ad. diiriug uiontB of April. Strong, 3 In. pots. Bride,
and Bridesmaid Roses, ready to plant, 15 OO per 100.
Geranlunm, 2 in. pots. $2 CO ptr 100; 3 in. pots.
»IOOperlOO. Alternantberas, red and yellow.
2 In. pot, $!.00 per lOO. Coleua, no mealy bus, Ver-
soliafreltll and uolden Bfdder, rooted cnttiLBS. 75c.
per 100; 2 in. pots, I2.C0 per 100. Casli or satisfactory
CEO M.EMMANS, Newton, N.J,
ARE NOT COMPLETE WITHOUT
MOSS WREATHS, all sizes i CYCAS LEAVES, fresh lot just
IMMORTELLES, all colors. | in, all sizos.
CAPE FLOWERS, finest in the QALAX LEAVES, gi'een anc
market. Strictly pure white. I bronze.
H. BAYERSDORFER & CO., 56 N. Fourth St., PHILADELPHIA, PA
WHtH WBITIHO MEHTIOH THC rLOWIBTB' IXCHANCI
^{^-r::
CARNATIONS j
F. DORiNER & SONS CO., $
La Fayette, Ind. #
MORELLO
The New Scarlet.
From soil.
HOPP&LEMKE.^-R^aXMic.
J QRALLERT & CO. j
I CARNATION GROWERSf
L
The brightest and most productive scarlet
caroation yet introduced.
Strong plants, $4 00 per 100
Rooted cuttings, 3 00
Send for complete list of 100,000 carnation
plants and rooted cuttings in 20 varietiis.
Ready for immediate shipment.
GEO. HANCOCKS SON, Grand Haven, Mich.
WHEN WRrriNO MENTION THE rkORISTS' EXCHANGE
.NEW YELLOW CARNATION,
CARNATIONS, ROOTED CUTTINGS
BrIdeBiiiBi.l, *2.00 per 100; Scott and McGownn,
«6 00 per 1000; Vincaa Tar., 2H in.. $1 50 per 100;
WHEN WHITINQ MENTION THE FLORISTS'
ROOTED CUTTINGS.
CARNATIONS.
Per 100 Per 1000
WM. SCOTT $1.00 $7.50
LIZZIE McGOWAN . I 00 8.00
other varieties all sold out.
EDW. J. TAYLOR,
Cash or Reference.
Carnation Cuttings
strong and well rooted, of the following var-
ieties : Jubilee. Triumph, Armazindy, Alaska,
Bridesmaid, Dean Hole, Goldfinch, Lizzie
McGowan, Mme. Albertini, Meteor, Peacllblow,
Rose Queen, Silver Spray, \Vm. Scott, Uncle
Jo
PRIMULAS
Send for list
Logan tv8
i inch, $2.00 per 100.
prices on large lots.
Danyilla, III.
Carnations!
(Rooted cuttings now ready.)
Mayor Pingree, Meteor. McGovran, Day-
break, Scott, Portia, and otber good ones.
Send for price list.
CUT RuSES and CARNATiONS always In stock.
. PALE - - Brampton. Ont,
MAYOR PINGREE
BEST YELLOW TO DATE.
Ready Now. $1.50 per dozen; StO.OO per 100; $75.00 per 1000.
-FOR SALE BY-
JOHN BREIIMEVER I SONS, THE COTTIGE GlIDENS,
Miami and Gratiot Aves., DETROIT, MiCH, QUEENS, L. ,
Harrison's
m White,
strong, vigorous grower, requiring
no support.
Described anil illustrated In Florists
Exchange, Nov, 21, page 1044.
COME AND SEE IT.
JOHN HARRISON,
739 Bergen 4y8.,A?."[S
JEBSET CITY, N. J,
Take^Bay^nne or Greenrille
Ferry icet
IjIEP^miOHS.
YOU RUN NO RISK.
Varieties. - McGowan. Alaska, Ivory,
Harrison's White, Scott, Daybreak, Abundance,
Triumph, Bridesmaid. Delia Fox, Victor, Emma
Wocher Portia, Fred Corner, Cartledge, Wave,
lago. Crimson Sport, Buttercup, Eldorado,
Pansies. Smilax. Violets.
ALBERT M. HERR, L B. 496, Lancaster, Pa.
WON PIRST PRIZE at Spring Exhibi
tion of JIass. Horticultural Society, 1897.
NEW SEEDLING
CARNATION
Originated by Mr. H.A. Cook, of Shrews-
bury, Mass., grown by the subscriber,
and now being put upon the market as
NIVEA.
Cutting, now ready and free from rnst.
SIO.OO per 100; S3B.00 per 500;
S60.00 per 1000.
DAYB5EAK, SCOTT, STORM KING,
PUKITAN, METEOR, GOLDFINCH,
HECTOR, ALBERTINI, and others,
$1.35 per 100; $10.00 per 1000.
DELLA FOX, nice plants from flats,
$4.00 per 100.
CHRYSOTHEMUM CDTTIHGS.
Ivory, Bonnaffon, Gold Lode, Minnie
Wanamaker, $3 pet 100; $15 per 1000.
A. W.HOYLE, Spencer, Mass.
a straight shoot and aim to grow into a vigorous plant,
A WEEKLY MEDIUM OF INTERCHANGE FOR FLORISTS, NURSERYMEN, SEEDSMEN AND THE TRADE IN QENBRAL.
YOL IX. NO. 21.
NEW YORK, MAY 22, 1897.
Ooe Dollar Per Tear.
SPECIAL SURPLUS SALE p GBflDE 8ED8 w BDLBS
SUMMER-FLOWERING BULBS
LESS THAN COST
BrgoTar 1
D-warf Pearl Tuberoses, 4 to 6 inch 87 fiO per
Gladiolus, American Hybrid?, Mixed 13 CO per
Lllium speciosii
** speciosum rubruaa,
•* speciosiim Hibiim, S
madeira Vine Roots.
Dahlias, Double, under nt
" Single, UEider nai
Please note the great reduction in prices for
; this week. FIRST COME FIRST SERVED.
■ prices. Prices hold good only as long as bulbs last.
e. Special.
IB4 OO per M
9 OO per M
20 00 per M
23 00 per M
1 1 00 per M
3 .50 per C
4 50 per C
5 50 per C
7 00 per C
3 00 per M
« 00 per C
5 00 per C
ASSORTED FERNS FOR JARDINIERES. S'
Rdy for immediate
rk. Strong
ADIANTUM CUNEATUM.
lie lot ot this popular variety,
lipment, from 3 inch Pots,
S6S.OO per 1000.
93-00 per 100; Szs.oc
PITCHER & MANDA, Short Hills, N. J.
JOHN N. MAY, Receiver.
LOOK HT THESE B«B6III|I8
SPEAK QUICK IF YOU WANT THEM.
We offer at these low prices in order to close out our stocks, as it is getting
late in the season. Although the prices are exceedingly low, the goods are
iirst-class in every respect ; low prices are not at the expense of quality. If you
can use any of these bargains, let us hare your order before stocks are gone.
DOUBLE TUBEROUS BEGONIAS.
In Separate Colors— White, Pink, Scarlet and Yellow.
We offer these at only $6.00 per hundred— a little more than the price
of Single Begonias. This is an opportunity to secure the finest strain of Double
Begonias at a nominal price.
TUBEROSE PEARL.
We have a fine lot of very fine bulbs in the very best possible condition— clean,
dry, and hard, free from scald, and in perfectly sound condition in every respect-
bulbs running well up to size. We offer these at $| .OO per hundred;
$6.00 per thousand; 5000 lots at $5.00 per thousand.
COCOS WEDDELIANA.
Fresh Seed in Perfect Shape. We offer this as long as unsold at $6.00
per thousand.
F. R. PIERSON CO..
Verbena Baskets.
strong, well made, with handles,
S2.25 per 100. Special prices for large
lots.
Smilax String
The best String in the market for this
purpose. 7.5c. per box (G spools, 200
yards each). Special price for large lots.
RON BOUQUET HOLDERS-
Tulip shape. No. 4, 20 cts.; No. 5, 2.5 cts.; No. 1, 35 cts. each.
Tulip shape, galvanized. No. 4, 20 cts.; No. 5, 35 cts.; No. 1, 45 cts. each.
Lily shape, No. 0, 30 cts.; No. 6, 30 cts. each.
Lily shape, galvanized, No. 0, 30 cts.; No. 6, 50 cts. each.
F.E.inii8LLisTEBri:rr6Boortwst.ii.y.
Cannas
Burbank,
Fine Started
Plants.
Italia,
, 50c.; (
r 82.6P.
Florence VauKhan,
Eldorado,
Sophie Buchner,
Explorateur Crani|]
Alphonse Bouvier,
Madam Crozy,
Secretary Ste-wart,
Chas. Henderson.
Rose Pres. Carnoi,
Rose Yellow Rambler, »^-"
Roses,
Dahlias,
Forcing Bulb Prices «'-'
'Vrr VBOBIiarS SEED STORE
Per 100, J15.00: doz..
84-86 Randolph St.
CHICIGO.
506
The Plorists' Exchange.
ALL BULBS AND PLANTS
For Summer and Fall Delivery, Quoted
at Very Low Rates.
tire stock of some Grand New Be-
gonias, New Abutllons, and a New Dwarf
Double Fuchsia. Correspondence solicited.
Ventura by the Sea, California.
JXJ]
GOOD THINGS"
Are Revealed by WatcMalness.
,s. per
Lily Anratum, 9x11, 85.60 per 100; $50.00
per 1000.
Lily Album, $7.00 per 100; $60.00 per 1000.
Rani's Head Fertilizer, Special offer
f..r 10 d»iB .H.iy. Bag, $1.75; 5 bags, $8.50;
10 bags, $16.00; 20 bags (1 ton).$30.C0.
WM. ELLIOTT & SONS
NEW YORK.
WHEN WRrriHG MtNTIOH THE FLORISTS' EXCHAWGC
niyilie Paul Marquant. red: L. E. Bally, yel-
bnnnna low. spolted with red: both fine bed-
dera.Mc. per doz ; »2 50 per 100. Theseave well rooted,
tM[,8 6 to 10 in. hiiih. and ready forlin. potB. Caah
A. J. llVl.nWIV, Newark, O.
Columbia Canna
BEST RED. DRY ROOTS.
$i.SO per Dozen. Casta.
EDWIN A. SEIDEWITZ,
36 W. LEXINGTON ST., BALTIMORE, MD.
WHEN WRrriNQ MENTION THE fT.ORISTS' EXCHANQt
SUMMER FLOWERING
^BULBS.^
GHAS. H. ALL^.N, Floral Park, N. Y.
EEDS for Profit
SwcctPcasI
I
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V ^ FLORISTS'
k. m FLOWER
P^ SEEDS N^ 1 1 %/*^ W > *^»«w kj
fj Wholesale Catalogue on application. 5
I WEEBER & DON, ^'l^^^itlt^T
m 114 Chambers St., New York City.
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♦ WE ARE HEADQUARTERS ON ♦
IbULBS FOR FORGING, |
i FLOWER SEEDS FOR FLORISTS,:
I ENGLISH MUSHROOM SPAWN, i
BICES ON APPLICATION, J
JOHN GARDINER & CO., Seedsmen, ♦
306. FhiladelphU. Pa. J
i:-
r XmHS MtNTWH THE njORISTm- CXCHANOC
HULSEBOSCH BROS., Englewood, N, J I SwEEVi^Eil'gifory.^^^^y^^^^^
WHEN WRITINQ MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE "• "• FAUST & COi, Philndelptaiar Pa!
TUBEROUS ROOTED BEGONIAS
Holland grown, English strain, colors separate, per 100, $3.00.
L. C. BOBBINK, Rutherford, N.J.
Branch, HORTICULTURAL CO., Boskoop, Holland.
LILIUM LONGIFLORUM
■ JAPAN CROWN.
Crop ia going to be short.
$ $
JERSEY CITY, N. J,
$ $ $ $
LOOK! LOOK! LOOK!
Up to JUNE 15th only we book for June-July Delivery.
FBEESIB BEFBimill BLBB.
GOOD FLOWERING BULBS.
^, H inch dii
%, H inch dii
Extra Offer in Palm Seeds np to June 15th.
100 1000 5000
Corypha australis $0 80 $3 60 $16 00
.^eatorlhia elegans 60 a 50 15(0
Phrenix canariensis 40 2 25 10 00
PRICE INCLUDES DELIVERY. B Per Cent. Discount allowed on orders with Cash. Send
for new Price List ot Calla Longlflorum, and all oiliur California, Japan, French and Dutch
Import Bulbs tor Summer and Fall delivery. Address
H. H. BERQER & CO., San Francisco, CaL
r Cnltural Directions for Plant Purchasers.
^ We have a fine selection of these useful leaflets and
^ will get up one on any subject not in stock. The idea is
^ that when you sell a plant you bundle with it a leaflet
^ instructing purchaser how to care for it, thus saving your
^ time and your patience. Samples at request.
^ Books, Books, Books and Magazines.
^ Send us your name for a free copy of our catalogue of
^ select horticultural books, now ready for delivery; the most
^ comprehensive list of books in this specialty ever brought
^ together within two covers, and embracing every work of
^ merit treating on flowers, plants and kindred subjects
fc: published in this country or Europe.
^ The Magazine list published at the close of the catalogue
SI will prove it to your advantage to order your magazines and
^ periodicals through us.
I CLDCAS & BODDISGTON CO., I
* lmporter§. Exporters and Qroners' Agents ofS
I Plants, Seeds and Bulbs, |
I SOI and B03W. 13th St, |
i Telephone Call, 403 ISth St. NEW YORK CITY. 5
HEADQUARTERS FOR
Gallas and Freesia Bums
PAMPAS PLUMES,
Palm, California Tree and Flower Seeds.
Please let us book your orders lor
BULBS at once
ASK FOR SPECIAL PRICES.
GERMAIN FRUIT GO. Los Angeles. GaL I
Pure White Dahlia,
BRUANTII
is without question the best payer for
Florists.
3}^ in. pots per 100 |5.00
SJ^ " per doz. 1.00
Rooted cuttings per 100 3.00
Other good varieties. . .per 100 5.00
Cash with order, please.
ALBERT KNAPPER,
Frankford, Phila., Pa.
Prize-Winning
DAHLIAS
AN UNPRECEDENTED RECORD.
23 First Prizes, Certificate of Merit, 2
Diplomas, and highest mention everywhere.
If you want the Very best Dablias
that bloom, send for our 1897 descriptive trade
list now ready. Address
W. p. PEACOCK,
Dahlia Specialist, ATCO, N. J.
NOW IS THE TIME TO ORDER
FRESH SXOCK,
JUST ARRIVED.
mmm imrnw,
EXTRA LARGE BULBS.
Send me your list of such stock you
will need tlie earning season, and I will
quote you my bottom prices for first-
class goods.
F. W. O. SCHMITZ,
JERSEY CITY, N. J.
^UiiUiUiUiUiUiUIMiUiUaUiUiUiUiUiUiUiUiUiUiUiM^
3 J. L. SCHILLER, Rulhsrford, N. J.
The Plorisxs' Exchange.
607
SEED TRRDE REPORT.
Points and information from BeedBmen, anc all
interested In this column, solioited. Address
Editor S»BD Tradb. care of Florists' Ex-
OHANOH. P. O. Box 1697. New Torli.
Meettne of Seed Trade Association.
—The fifteenth annual meeting of the
American Seed Tiade Association will
be held at the Ebbitt House. Washing-
ton, D. C, on June 8, 9 and 10. As there
are so many conflicting interests af-
fecting and threatening the seed trade
at the present time, it is desirable to
have as large a representati
my duty i
fort
so I deem it
issue this circular, request-
ibers to make a special ef-
attend. I likewise send it to
invite seedsmen who have not joined
the association to send in their names,
so that the Committee on Membership
may report them at the opening meet-
ing. I may mention here that it is cus-
tomary at the first meeting to suspend
the rules and elect new members, so
that they may participate in all the
meetings of the association. The an-
nual dues are $5.
The Executive Committee has pre-
pared a fine programme, to which is
added a paper from Mr. W. Atlee Bur-
pee on the "Governmental Distribution
of Seeds." and likewise, a paper from
Mr. Alex. Rogers, with remarks and
recommendations on the new Cook Bill,
which has been re-introduced in the
House of Representatives \t Washing-
ton by Mr. Davidson, referred to the
Committee on Agriculture and ordered
to be printed. Those familiar with the
original Cook Bill, which died with the
last Congress, know that the provisions
which it imposed on the seed trade
were impracticable. Hoping to see you
in Washington,
T. W. WOOD, President American Seed
Trade Association.
Philadelphia — w. Atlee Burpee left
on Monday last for California, where
he will spend a month inspecting seed
crops, principally sweet peas. Mr. Bur-
pee says that although we have been
passing through such depressed busi-
ness conditions, his firm's sales of
sweet pea seed have been eight thous-
and pounds more than last year, and
with fair crops this season they will
have over 50,000 pounds of sweet peas
in their warehouse next fall. Mr. Bur-
pee expects to return from California
late in June, and after going through
his own trials of sweet peas will sail
for Europe early in July and will visit
Henry Eckford, in Shropshire, about
the middle of July, when this well-
known sweet pea specialist will have
his crops in full bloom. These trips of
Mr. Burpee will amount to over 13,000
miles travel In the interest of sweet
peas.
European Notes.
Bad EITecta of Cold Weather.
Quite a cool wave has been pass-
ing over Europe during the past week
and the rapid progress of vegetation
has been checked thereby. Ice covered
the pools this morning and the indica-
tions are for a repetition to-night. Even
in the south of France the nights are
quite cold, and as no rain has fallen for
several weeks the prospects are not so
rosy as when the last report was
penned.
The far-reaching consequences of a
spell of unfavorable weather is strik-
ingly exemplified in England just now.
Owing to the long drought in the spring
of 1896 a comparatively limited stock of
plants was available for the supply of
green vegetables during the present
spring. As a result, the fortunate few
are reaping a golden harvest, while
growers of rape, thousand-headed kale
and other plants usually grown for
cattle feed are finding a ready sale tor
them in the vegetable markets of the
country. In some cases the young
shoots of brassicas standing for seed
have been marketed in the same way,
so that the seed crops of most of the
foregoing are likely to be very limited
indeed. As a result the price of rape
has already advanced, tor a usually
brisk spiing sale has depleted stock to
an extent not anticipated by us.
Stem Rot AirectsTamtp Crop.
Turnip and Swede plants are
causing us a considerable amount of
anxiety just now, for as a general rule
they are progressing backwards; this
is especially true of Swedes. The cold,
wet autumn and mild, wet winter have
not developed a robust plant, and now
that their chief effort is called for they
are unequal to the task and are dying
off by wholesale. Even where they
looked fairly strong they are now badly
affected by stem rot (canker) and are
dropping by thousands. The crop of
this article that can, under the most
favorable conditions, be produced, will
be the smallest known for many years.
Turnip is still in the balance, but an-
other ten days will decide.
Cabbage will be a very moderate crop
everywhere; but Borecole and Savoy
are passable.
Beet, carrot, mangel and parsnip are
looking fairly well on the Avhole, but
the breadth of each planted is so small
that if anything should injuriously af-
fect them the crop will be almost nil.
Trade In Market Seedi.
In market seeds the continued
advance in the prices of rape and mus-
tard is the most noticeable. The trade
in clovers and grasses is slow and
prices a long way below "rock bottom."
Dealers, with a very few fortunate ex-
ceptions, will have a very unpleasant
recollection of the spring season of
1S97. Lucerne, which did so well dur-
ing the drought of '96, has been a really
profitable line to the seedsman. The
demand has been phenomenal and
prices remunerative.
The Dutch Bnib Crop.
The continued cool weather in
Holland has, it is feared, not only re-
tarded the development of Dutch bulbs,
but also injured their quality. There
is a prevailing idea among the growers
that the trade in these articles is likely
to be very brisk this yeaj-; and these
causes combined have induced the bid-
ders at the public auctions recently
go fully 25 per cent, above last
prices. The Dingley tariff bill
^er should be passed) will sh'iw
dom or otherwise of this step.
EUROPEAN SEEDS.
held
:it it
FOSTITE
For Summer and Fall Delivery.
, HUododendrons,
G. H. JOOSTEN, Importer,
THE JENNINC'S STRAIN
of Finest American Grown
PANSY SEED
NEIV CROr. Heady June 16tli.
E. B. JEHNIMGS.'-^'^r," Soulhport, Gonn.
ROSE HILL NURSERIES.
THE LARGEST AND FINEST STOCK IN AMERICA.
SPEGIALTIES-^Palms, Dracaenas, and other Plants Suitable for Vases.
^ A IVI IVI A C ""S. FAIRMAN ROGERS, 4 in. pots. Queen of all Cannaa, I J
MRS. FAIRMAN ROGERS, 4 in. pots. Queen of all Cannaa,
We control the largest stock of this grand variety,
ITALIA, 4 in. pots, $4 per doz. AUSTRIA, 4 in. pots, $2 per doz.
Equal quantities, $20.00 per 100.
Queen Charlotte, Columbia, Crozy, |12.00 per lOO, 4 inch pots.
We have the finest lot of B \Y TREES ever seen in America in all sizes and prices.
BUXUS ARBOREA PYRAMIDS, $3.50 to $6.00 per pair.
The above is a brief list of oar speeialtlea. Our new Wholesale and Retail
Catalogue will be mailed on application.
Write, Telegraph or Telephone us and our Carriage will meet you.
'sT: SIEBRECHT & SON, "^'^''£S?h%?£-''^"
-NEW ROCHELLE. N. Y.
FINE STRONG STOCK.
started pl.nnts, S4.n0 per 100. Plants from pots, $.5.00 per 100. Mme. Crozy, Chas.
Henderson, A. Bouvier, Sunbeams, Egandale, Star of '91, St. Hillaire,
Ami Pichon, Pres. Carnot.
Austria, and Souv. de Antoine Crozy, $10.00 per 100.
Chas. Henderson, A. Bouvier, Sunbeams, Count H. de Choiseul,
dormant, at 82.00 per 100. F. R. Pierson, S:!.00 per 100.
Mme. Crozy, dormant, $3.00 per 100.
DAHLIAS.
Fine
inch stock, in variety, at SG.OO per 100.
GERANIUMS. A few thousand, 2% inch stools, at $25.00 per 1000.
IVY GERANIUM. lOO Jean d'Arc, at $2.00,
BEGONIA VERNON. Fine 2 inch stools, $2.50 per 100;
$20.00 per 1000.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS. ?2.50 per lOO, ivory, Pink Ivory.
Mrs. Perrin, Tlie Queen, Nanshon, Marion Henderson, Mrs. Egan, Wm.
Simpson, Marquis de Montmort, Mrs. Jerome Jones, Erminilda, Nlveus,
Gladys Spaulding, "V. Morel, Philadelphia, Daydawn, Mrs. Robinson, Miss
Johnson, Bergmann.
$4.00 per 100, H. W. Eieman, Liberty, Invincible, Pluto, Fitzwygram,
Lenawee, Autumn Bride, Sibyl Kaye, Indiana, Yanoma, F. B. Hayes, Mrs.
Murdock, Mrs. K. Crawford, Pride of Castlewood, Violescent, Eiverside,
Kinaldo, &c.
CARNATIONS. From son. MinnleCook, $2.50; Mrs. Chas.
Duhme, $10.00; Armazindy, $3.00; Abundance, $2.50; Bridesmaid, $3.00;
Mrs. G. M. Bradt, $10.00 per 100.
THE COTTAGE GARDENS
QUEENS, L. I.
G-OO
■ de Bonn, 2^ inch pots..
Ejlips-, 2H i
Acalyplia Macafeeana, 2^ inch puts
Actiyrantlies, m three varieties, 2V2 inch pots
Alyssuiii, Tom Thumb and Giant, double 2V2 inch j
, 2K inch pots
Vernon, red and pink. a\i inch pots
Clisenostoma HIspIda, Zy^ inch pots
Clirysantlieinuiiis, fine assortment, 2V4 inch pots...
["'rutescens Hallerii Aurea, 2^ inch pots
Cyclamen iiieanteum, tooolor.zmnoh pots
Giganteum, to color, 4 inch pots
Persicura, from flats, strong
The above are from the very finest strain of red procu
xrade; USX
Cash with order fron
SEAWANHAKA GREENHOUSES
JAS. C. CLARK. Supt.
s^roo
assorted, 4 inch pots $6 00
Ivy, 4 inch pots 6 00
Rose, 3 inch pots 4 00
Rose, 2H inch pots 3 60
Mme. Salleroi, 2)^ inch pots 8 60
German Ivy, strong, 2M1 inch pots 2 60
Grevlllea rotousta, 4 inch pots 16 00
Honeysuckle, gulden leaved, 4 inch pots 10 00
Maranta, I. i-color, strong, 2Ji Inch pots 6 00
JHusa Ensete, large plants, 12 Inch pots, $2.00 each ; » to 8 Inch
pots, 50 cts. to 75 cts. each. The above are strong plants, have
been curried oyer cool, are now mailing a strong growth, and
Per 100
Strobilantlies DyerlanuH, SH inch $4 oo
S-n-alnHona tcaletclfolla rosea, 2^ Inch 4 oO
FRB£ ON APPLICATION.
. O. D. Orders amounting to I5.00 and over, V. O. B.. N. Y. City.
OYSTER BAY,
QUEENS CO.,N.Y.
P. O. BOX 34. WM. L. SWAN. Prop.
508
The Plorists' Exchp^nge.
DKISIES
Finest strain, large clumps in bloom, $1.00
per 100: $8.00 per 1000.
PA Kiel PC Unsurpassed for size, color and
THnOltO. blooming. Plants in bloom.
7.5o. per 100; $6 per 1000. Seedlings $3.50 per 10^0.
J. C. SCHMIDT & CO., Bristol, Pa.
WHIN WRirmo MTOTW Tlwr »vtlln»T8' OCHANGE
DON'T GET LEFT
But Get Your Orders In tor Rooted Cuttings.
Per 1000
Coleus Verschaefeltil and Golden Queen . . $6 00
Coieus in variety.. 4 00
Ageratam, Dwarf, Blue and White 6 00
Geraniums, flowering sorts 12 00
Heliotrope, 6 varieties 8 00
Salvia SpIendeiiB 10 00
POTTED PLANTS. Penoo
Puclislas, in flue shape, 3 inch pots $3 00
" i inch pots 6 00
BegoniaVernon,Great Bedders, 2^^ in. pots 3 60
Geraniums, flowering sorts, 3U inch pots,
$20.00 per 1000.
Geraniums. Gen. Grant, 3 inch pots,
$10.00 per 1000. 600 at 1000 rates.
Tinea Variegata. 3 inch pots $3.00 per 100
i " 8.00 " 100
Casli with Order.
J. E. FELTHODSEN, Schenectady, N. T.
CATCH ON
TO
ROOTED CUTTINGS
6000 DOUBLE GRANT GERANIUMS.. .'llV'so'siVso
3000 MRS. POLLOCK & MT. OF SNOW, a oo 17 50
BOOO SNOW CREST DAISY 2 00 17 50
10,000 VAR. VINCAS i 50 ,2 L
10,000 COLEUS, Verschaffeltii and
Yellow 75 600
COLEUS. mixed :.... 60 500
10,000 REX BEGONIA 2 00 17 50
BOOO LEMON VERBENA i 50 12 50
Thousands of VERBENA. AGERATUM.
STROBILANTHES. SWEET ALYSSUM
double, SALVIA. HELIOTROPE,
ASTERS, assorted colors i 10 1000
FUCHSIA. TRAILING QUEEN and Dou-
ble White I 50 12 50
VIOLETS and ALTERNANTHERA 7s 500
VERNON BEGONIA SEEDLKGS .00
SOUV. DE BONN ABUTILON 2 00
BOOO VINCAS VAR., 2}i in. pots 2 50 ao 00
Larger sizes, $4 and $6 per ico.
DRAOENA INDIVISA, 6 in. pots 25 °o
Write for pric« on other stock. Terms cash,
or C. O. D.
GREENE a UNDERHILL, Watertown, N.Y.
PLANTS VCKDCINAj & bloom
Many Fine Varieties added to Our Collections.
Beat IVlHinmath per 100, »3 00; per 1000, »25 00
Lieneral Collection. " 2 50 " 20 00
ROSES.
A merlcan Beautr* 3 Inch pots per 100, 910 00
Bridesmaid, Bride, Perle,
meteor. Bon Sllene, Teattevllle,
La Prance. Hnnsel, lUermet.
Price from 2M Inch pots, |5.00 per IO«i »J0.O0 per lOOO
3 " 8.00 " 70.00 "
Ever-bloomlns and Polynnttaa. in bud and
bloom, from 3J^, 4 and 5 Inch pots, f 10.00, 115.00 and
tZO.OO per 100.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
For Varieties and Pricea, see April 2ith Iseue.
STRONG ROOTED CUTTINGS.
Coleufi, VerBchaireltli, Golden Bedder 100 1000
and all the best Tiirieties $100 »8 00
Moon Flower, true 2 00 15 00
MISCELLANEOUS PLANTS.
Heady for Immediate sales. 100
Alternanthera. all leading Tarietles $3 00
AKeratum. blue and white 3 00
Car nut Ions, from 4 in. potB. flaestocfe 12 00
Coleua, leading sorts. 2!i In. pots 3 00
3 ■• 600
Geraniums* double and sluKte, 4 In. pots.... 8 00
" •■ " 2>i ■• .... 4 00
•* Ivy. fine variety, 4 " 8 00
Heliotrope, from 3 In. pots 6 00
'• 2]4 " 3 00
HydTansea OtnksB,5in.bushy 25 00
FuclisinSf double and BlURle, 3>^ in. pots 8 00
2U " 4 to
Moon Flower, 2U in. pots..... 4 00
„ " " 4 " 1000
PelarKonlums. 2>^ in. pots • 6 00
Salvia t^plenitens and Bedmun.2,>4'ln.pots 3 00
Violets, LUarie LoulMe, i^i in. puts. .25.00 per
1000; »;>.00 per 100. * "^ ' ' "^
Panales In bud and bloom, f2.60 per 100; t20perl0C0
New TraiJe List on Application.
WOOD BROS., Fishkill, N. Y.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
Strone. healthy stock. In It. C. and pot
Plants. R. C. S^.OU per 100 i pot plants,
93.00 per 100.
Mme. F. Bergmann. Merry Monarch. Autumn
Bride. Ivory. Mrs. H. Robinson. Mrs. H. McK.
TwomDly. Mlsa Helen WrUht. Mayflower, Miss
Florence Pullman. Niveua, Mrs. .1. Jones. Wana-
maker, Vanoma. Mrs. R. Crawford, Mrs. H. Battles.
Marion Henderson, Gold Lode. Miss M. M. John-
son, Geo. S. Conover, Yellow Queen, W. L. Sunder-
brucb. E. Dallledouze. Oeorslana Pitcher, Minerva,
Mrs. W, U. Rand. Major Bonnaffon, H. W. Rieman,
Mrs. B. Buettner. Golden Wedding.
Glory of the Paciflo, Wm. Simpson, Pink Ivory,
Rosy Emperatrlce. V. Morel, K. Leech. Mme. h\
Perrin, Helen BloodROod. Maud Dean, Violescent,
ChebeaKue, Ernilnllda, Mrs. P. Palmer.
Philadelphia, Benj. Giroud, BriKand, Fisher's
00 per IGO.
ETOILE DE LYON. Yellow Daisy* Iron
inch pots. 76 ote. per dozen ; J6.00 per 100.
THEO. F. BHCKHRX,
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
E. Dailtedouze, L. Boehmer, Nlv
aenWedi..,
, at »3.00 per 100. Cash v
JOHN C. EISELE,
20th & Ontario Sts.,
PHILADaLPHIA, PA.
HC FLORtSTS' EXCHANGE
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
Rooted Cuttings. $2 00 per 100. Pol plants. $3 00
per 100 of the following varieties.
Ber^mann, Marquise de Montmort, Minerva,
Marion Henderson, Wm. Simpson, Mrs. H.
Robinson, Marie Louise, Philadelphia, Queen,
Niveus, Mayflower. Wanamaker, Dallledouze,
BonnatTon, Mrs. C. LIppincott, Viviand-Morel,
Maud Dean, and Brminilda.
Hydrangea Otaksa. 2;^ in. pots, $3 CO per 100.
Smllax from pots, $2.00 per ICO ■, $18 00 per
lOOO. Cash with order. ♦ i'
SAIM'L J. BUNTING,
Ave. and 58lh St., PHILADELPHIA.
In Endless Variety.
Best Varieties in Quantity at
Moderate Prices.
NATHAN SMITH J SON, Adrian, Mich.
Begonia Thurstonii
" A. Guttata
" Paul Bruant, Pros. Carnot.
Lemon Verbena, Strong
Ctirysantliemunis. Standard vars.
K.us.5 00
HELIOTROPE, Lemolne's Giant,
C089IOS. T^e,~" -■-■■■■ ■■ ■■■ ' *
Inir. 2 Inch ...
ASTERS. Ne^
Tei.'i colora.'i'i
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
Rooted
rooted. Ben]. Giroud Marq de Montu
"— " H Band Merry M
W W
HenderaoD. Mr
P. Pullman, Majflowe
Mrs. P. Palmer. Maud Dean Pink _ _
nilDllda. Mlis M. M. Johnson Helen Bl md'eood
Mrs. H. McK. Twomhiy $2 CO per 100 by mail
^ga'sh"
QEORBE J. HUeHES, Barlin.N.J.
Would Sell the Earth
qiay Center, IjMoh 23, '87.
West Islip Greenhouses.
Marie Louise Violets, Kers
S4.00 per 1000, cash with order.
E. B. SUTTON, Jr.,
P. O. Address, Babylon, I,. I., N. Y.
Rooted Cuttings
COLEUS-70 varieties, 60 cents per mo t
mail ; $4 00 per 1000 by express.
MYOSOTIS-$.5oper.oo
GIANT DOUBLE ALYSSUM-7ocen
WM. H. SEARCH. Amndale, Chester Co.. Pa.
HIBISCUS
Twelve varieties, $3.35 per 100 ; $25.00
per 1000. By mail, 3oc. per 100 additional.
TERMS CABU WITH ORDBR.
R.H.MURPHEY,Urbana,Ohio.
EGHEVERIA!
»3S.oo per looo.
CUSTAV OTTO,
91 Sherman Place,
CHINESE PBIIOSE SEED.
Oreatly Improved and of the Unest varieties.
Packets put up specially for florists, of the best sell-
ing, single and double varieties. 400 seeds. Jl.lO.
Orders booked for August delivery of plants out of
F±i3.e Healtliy Stoo3s: of
Bnles, lainii, . .
. . Penes, ineteois,
JOHN HENDERSON CO.
Flushing, N. Y.
uyBRMuuTimes
. » 10.00 per 100.
2c. GERANIUMS 2c.
Nice well toliaged plants, from 2^ in. pots, in
splendid shape, the very best varieties.
HYDRANGEA OTAKSA MONSTROSA. This
new Hyilrangeabearsflowera of immense size;
nice branching plants from 3 i. . pots, $3.50
per 100.
Strong, 2i:> inch stuff, in Splendid Shape.
Her 100
BEGONIA REX, in good assortment $3 50
VINCA VARIEGATA ...... 2 GO
FEVERFEW, Little Gem 2 00
UMBRELLA PLANT 2 50
CARNATIONS, well established potted plants
in the following : McGowan. Fred Dorner,
Mrs. Harrison, Wm. Scott, Elizabeth Rev-
nolds, $1.50 per 100. Eldorado, $2.50 per 100.
PANSIES, strong transplanted, grown from
select seed. 75c. per lOd: $6.00 per 1000.
Cash with order.
JOHN A. DOYLE, SPRINGFIELD, OHIO.
ROSES
Bride and Bridesmaid, from
1 inch pots, $350 per 100; Jjo.o
pots, $5.50 per
GERANIUMS.
DE VOECHT & DE WILDE,
Del.
QAHLIAS ?erToo.- '*^"^-«™^° ''•°'«' *"««
UIDICI^IIC Crimson Eye, strong blooming
lilDlOljUli plants, $5.00 per 100
III up I Major variegata, strong, 4 inch,
IINUll $6,0U a 100.
00 per 100; $30.00 per 1000.
VICK & HILI. CO.,
ROCHESTER, M. V.
ROSES
Pres. Carnot, 3 in. pots. . .
Bride, Sin. pots
2 in. pots
Bridesmaid, 2 iu, pots....
La France, 2 in. pots
Kaiserin, 2 i
Meteor, 2 in.
PlerpontMo
3 stock must be [uoved 1
,
100
1000
.$12 50
. 400
$30 00
20 00
. 300
20 00
. 3 00
20 00
. 300
. 250
s 2 60
once to close 0
CARNATIONS.
100
$2 00 $10 00
a 00 10 00
2 00 10 00
4000 McGowan.
4000 Wm. Scott
1000 Alaslia
5000 SMII^AX
500 ASP AR AGI7S PLVMOSA
KJANA,5in. pots. $16.00 per 100.
; business. Positively cash ^
WM. C. SMITH, Gist and Market Streets, Philadelphia.
VIOLETS MY SPECIALTY!
PRINCESS de GALLES.
The Queen of single Violets.
The largest and most fra-
grant; strong grower and productive 100, $5; 10OO,$45.
mXONKE per ;00, $1.60; per 1000, $12.00.
CAK,IEORI«IA " 75; " 5.00.
All from good plants, rooted runners.
Five French Medals: two American Medals; three Diplomas.
First Premium, Grand Central Palace, New York, under
le auspices of New York Florists' Club.
satisfactory reference.
orders no-m. Cash
FERD. BOULON. Sea Cliff L I., N.Y.
WHICH WRrriNO MINTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHANGE
May 22, 1897,
The F^lorists' Exchange.
5ob
COBKESFOHDEHCE.
Insertion wUl be given in this column
to aU communications free from, animus;
but the opinions expressed do not neces
tarilu renect our own
Seedlings and Certificates.
Editor FlftriMs^ Exchange:
The communications recently printed
is my excuse for again troubling you.
We have, by two of the parties to the
very strong endorse-
cont
ment of the show gi
der the auspices of the New England
Florist. One would inter that it was
the first of the kind ever held and that,
according to Mr. Wight, it was very
nearly perfect in its scope and spirit.
We were kindly solicited to send
blooms, which we did, not knowing
there was to be a contest for a prize.
When the blooms were sent we knew
nothing about the Breck contest. Our
blooms were staged for us, however,
and No. 54. Dana, raised by Dorner
and exhibited by C. W. Ward, won the
prize which, on the face of the returns,
would seemingly justify Mr. Ward's
triumphant language in which he in-
forms the readers of The Exchange
that he had won with his rejected Dana
a prize over "varieties previously cer-
tificated."
Now. here are the facts: First, we
knew nothing of the contest for the
Breck prize; second, a gentleman of
professional honor and standing among
his neighbors near Boston wrote us
that the blooms of our "previously cer-
tificated variety" had been injured in
transit by coming in contact with
steam pipes or other fire heat. This is
the basis for endorsing the Boston
method and the Boston verdict, which
Messrs. Wight and Ward put forth as
THE method, par excellence, tor ar-
riving at correct conclusions.
No blame is laid at the door of the
promoters of the show, under whose
auspices it was held, for their inten-
tions were all right, but we think that
to stage blooms which had been injured
in transit was hardly fair, either to the
variety or the exhibitor.
We might mention the fact that
shows conducted on just such lines as
the Boston show— without premiums or
prizes— have been in vogue in the West
for the past two or three years, as re-
ports published in the trade papers will
show.
One would inter from the tenor of the
communications from Messrs. Ward
and Wight that the methods employed
by the American Carnation Society
were all wrong, and that the Boston
'97 method was the ne plus ultra of
everything desirable.
Supposing, as suggested, that such
shows bring the local growers and the
originators of a new variety face to
face? This is only what the National
Society does over a larger area of coun-
try. This coming together is all right,
but there is another phase and side to
shows where certificates and prizes are
not given, and this factor has been
overlooked entirely, i. e., the published
report. The published report is just as
potential a commercial factor in pro-
moting the sale of a new variety as
the .so-much-abused certificate. If all
reporters, correspondents and publish-
ers were perfect men then the written
and published reports which describe
the varieties exhibited on the Boston
plan would be all right; but as the gen-
tlemen connected with the press are no
better nor worse than the average man,
and as they are just as liable to err
as the seedling raiser, how caft the poor
buyer know that their judgment is un-
biased, especially after reading some-
thing like this from one of our trade
journals: "A party would just as soon
offend a good customer as a newspaper
man would dislike to offend a good ad-
vertiser." How often have we read re-
ports of just such shows where every-
thing was praised and nothing criti-
cised; but. on the contrary, a trade
journal can, without prejudice, publish
impartially the awards and reports of
a national or other organization which
assumes to speak authoritatively
through its committees and officers,
and without possible offense to any one.
In all sincerity and honesty, I main-
tain that the methods employed by the
American Carnation Society are infi-
nitely superior to all local or provincial
attempts in the same line; and this is
not speaking disparagingly of local
effort on the Boston plan; but the tacts
prove that the standard of excellence
is best arrived at where the product
staged is unquestionably the best pro-
duced. No matter how persistently the
opponents of present methods decry
them, the fact remains that not a sin-
gle, sensible proposition has been ad-
vanced which has not strong objections
against it. We shall never get the per-
fect method until man himself becomes
perfect, which, we suppose, is not at-
tainable in this lite.
It the National Society were to fix
the goal at 50 points the force of Mr.
Ward's objection would be just as fal-
lacious; for the man with only a tew
points below fifty would have the same
cause ot complaint. With plenty of
sophistry and false reasoning adduced
there has not been one logical, consist-
ent objection brought against (he pres-
ling producers :s certainly umvarrant-
ed. I did not know before the begin-
ning ot this controversy that there was
a particular class which was leagued
together to wrest certificates from our
National Society, and whose sole avo-
cation was to make meat and drink of
certificates. In most countries the men
who devote time and money to the pro-
duction ot new and improved varieties
are held in esteem, and recognition is
cheerfully given for such work. Ac-
cording to the new gospel promulgated
by Messrs. Wight and Ward, one would
infer that those who thus labor and toil
are suspicious characters, who need
watching lest they impoverish their
lirethrtn thi-oush certificates they may
be fortunate enough to receive from
national and other societies;!
I know of one gentleman who has
been set down by his neighbors as very
foolish, if not positively daft, for hav-
ent methods of judging that could not
be used with ten times additional foi'ce
against the visionary methods sug-
gested by Messrs. Ward and Wight.
It is a matter ot record that the Ex-
ecutive Committee of the American
Carnation Society, having in view the
importance attached to the matter of
granting certificates, carefully selected,
prior to the Boston meeting ot 1S95,
judges who would best conserve and
guard the interests ot all concerned;
but those present will, doubtless, re-
member the wail of protest that went
up, charging the Executive Committee
with packing the juries, running in a
clique, etc. And it was on Mr. Ward's
own motion that the present method
ct selecting the judges, in open session,
was put and carried; it is his own
choosing, but now read his strictures
on his own handiwork in his article in
The Exchange, page 418: "If seedling
growers understand that the commer-
cial fate ot theii- seedlings depends
upon the opinion ot a few judges
chosen at random, they will cease to
present their seedlings," etc. And
Brother Ward is the father of this par-
ticular plan, and, in fact, nearly every-
thing which he protests against is of
his own building and framing,
I do not say present methods are per-
fect, but I do maintain that when a
given number of points are used to
scale a variety by and when the judges
find it has form. size. stem, fragrance,
color— in fact, everything, except a
knowledge of its productivene.ss— sure-
ly, the manner and methods ot judging
£.re not so wrong as some would have
us believe!
The three-judge question and the
])articular manner in which Adam Gra-
ham treats the scaling pan. of the con-
troversy needs no word from me.
The tenor of the strictures on seed-
ing given space and time unlimited
the past three years to the crossing of
seedling carnations, and with all this
time gone and space given, he has not
received even a pittance as yet. But
he does stand on the threshold of a
better day. Will that man be doing a
mean thing to seek a certificate from
the Carnation Society? And should he
get a certificate will it be a crime to
publish the same? Has the genial gen-
tleman who resides at Lafayette done
other than what was tor the best good
ot i
profes
think
set the pace tor us all,
and happy is he who can keep within
hailing distance. An innumerable mul-
titude is raising seedling carnations,
and I predict that there will be more
entries next February at Chicago for
the national certificates than have been
made altogether previously during the
Now, Mr. Editor, I guess you and
myself will have to bear the responsi-
bility for all this battle of words. I had
thought my part ot the programme
closed, but the gentlemen contending
will not have it that way.
E. G. HILL.
[All rirht: ^vr A^■iIIinK■Iy assume our
share '>i' 1 !;■ ■ . 1 m - iiif y, but think a
truce in..' I 'iind to advant-
side ul' tlh >:i i. iii'i while we regret
that the main issm- has been so gener-
ally ignored, and many irrelevancics in-
troduced, wc are convinced that the
discussion as a whole will be produc-
ti\-.. ..f qi'Mt unod. We sincerely hope
.\li Ihil; 11 .'I'lifcy regarding the dis-
I inns at Chicago in 1898
! and that the American
' '.I MM 1 1 III ^:Ml.■ty will offer such en-
(•..iiiagi-iiu'iit lo seedling raisers as will
there guarantee the largest exhibition
of their products in its history.— Ed.]
James Dean
to Retire from
in Brooklyn.
Next month James Dean will retire
from business at the old stand, having
some time previously disposed of his
real estate at Bay Ridge, N. Y., to the
City of Brooklyn There will be an
auction sale of the greenhouses, twenty
in number, together with their con-
tents, on Wednesday and Thursday,
June 9 and 10 next. William Elliott
will act as auctioneer.
A recent visit to the establishment
showed that Mr. Dean has everything
in good shape, as usual. A house ot
cannas is in splendid condition— fine,
healthy plants— all the best sorts being
raised. The palm house contains a
stock of the larger sizes of Areca lu-
tescens and Latania borbonica in very
nice condition, and the stock of the
Boston fern never looked better. The
same can be said ot batches of Ficus
elastica, Pandanus Veitchii and utilis,
as also Dracaena indivisa. Cypripe-
dium insigne, extra large plants, fill a
bench of another house and there is a
choice collection of fancy caladiums.
An interesting plant is Aristolochia
gigas Sturtevantii.
In addition to the plants the glass
structures, boilers, piping, pots, horses,
harness, wagons, implements, etc, will
be sold at same time.
Mr. Dean is as yet undecided as to
his future location; nor has he made
up his mind in regard to a final retire-
ment from business. He will, at all
events, take a long rest before re-em-
barking, should he so elect.
Mr. Dean has been a prominent figure
in horticultural circles for many years
and there are few men in the trade
better known or more highly respected.
He has earned a national reputation as
a grower of Easter plants, and is also
recognized as one ot our foremost
leaders in all things which tend to ele-
vate the business and give it that
standing among American industries to
whicli its constantly-increasing volume
Mr. linan was born on the 7th of Au-
MH.i, ;m-. ,:i Kinmont Castle, Dum-
!'•■'•■ ' - il.nid, where his father,
.1 !ni '' I I- Kardener to the Mar-
M" 'J I : I'liry. The family came
I" \itpii..i III the year 1S50 and his
(■(huatinn was received in the public
school ot Astoria. In 1S62 he enlisted
in the army as a private and served in
the Seventy-second New York Volun-
teers until 1863, when he was trans-
ferred to the One Hundred and Twen-
tieth New York "Volunteers. His regi-
ment, at first a part of Hooker's old
division of the Third Army Corps, was
later merged into a division ot Han-
cock's Second Army Corps. He saw
active service all through the war and
returned to Brooklyn in 1865, at the
close of hostilities, with the rank of
lieutenant, in charge of a company.
He is now senior commander ot Ulysses
Grant Post, G. A. R.
On his return from the war Mr. Dean
resumed his employment as a gardener
and tor some years was with W. C.
Langley, Esq., whose beautiful estate
on New York Bay, strange to say, al-
most bordered on the grounds now oc-
cupied by Mr. Dean himself. In 1875
he entered into partnership with John
M. Keller on land situated in Sixty-
sixth Street, running through from
Fourth to Sixth Avenues, This part-
nership was continued until the year
ISSl, when Mr. Keller retained that lo-
cation and Mr. Dean bought the prop-
erty on which he now resides, at Sixty-
fifth Street and Fifth Avenue, at the
terminus of the Fifth Avenue Elevated
Railroad.
In the last few years Mr. Dean has
gone largely into the cultivation ot
cannas of the best obtainable varieties.
Seedlings in large quantities were
yearly planted out on his grounds,
which stand well below the street level,
and the massed colors late in summer
gave much pleasure and instruction to
passersby, who, on account of the pe-
culiar lay of the land, were afforded. a
most magnificent sight. He has orig-
inated several new varieties from Mme.
Crozy, and has now one of the finest
stocks ot yellow cannas in existence.
He has won premiums at all the prin-
cipal exhibitions, attesting his skill as
a grower.
Mr. Dean Is very much interested In
the public schools of his vicinity and
has been chairman of the Board ot Ed-
ucation of the town of New Utrecht for
the last twelve years. It Is his especial
pride to supervise personally all mat-
510
ters in connection with school build-
ings and see to their equipment with
the most improved appliances for the
attainment of knowledge.
He was a member of the Brooklyn
Horticultural Society and also of the
New York Horticultural Society dur-
ing their existence; eighth president
of the Society of American Florists,
1892; president of the New York Flor-
ists' Club, from 1892 to 1893, and his
term of administration in both these
latter societies was marked by very ef-
fective work.
Mr. Dean was appointed by the
Board of General Managers Chief of
Floriculture for the State of New York
at the World's Fair, Chicago, 1893, and
in that position acquitted himself so
ably as to place his State foremost
among her sisters, and win for himself
deserved encomiums from the trade
and the State and World's Fair author-
ities for the magnificent results which
crowned his work. He is a man of
most amiable and excellent qualities,
generous to a fault, with a kindly in-
terest at all times in the welfare of
others. We shall miss his sound and
matured advice on all trade matters
should he decide' to wholly relinquish
his connection with the business, and
we feel sure the best wishes of his fel-
low-craftsmen, as do those of our-
selves, go with him.
Thb Plorists* Exchange.
BOilEII.
There are quite a number of growers
who hold over some of their plants an-
other year, and again many transplant
from the benches to solid beds. Where
this is intended the plants should now
be gradually dried off and all the air
possible be given them at all times to
well ripen the wood. The drying off
process should be done judiciously, the
idea being to stop root action, forcing
the plants into a semi-dormant condi-
tion; just enough moisture should be
kept to save the wood from shriveling.
In about three weeks they will be ready
for planting. Cut out the thin wood,
leaving about two of the best growths
to each, which should be cut back to
about twelve or fifteen inches. Dig up
the plants carefully and remove all the
soil from the roots.
It often happens where they have to
be planted back into the same house,
that quite a little repairing has to be
done, so the better plan is to put the
plants in a cool place temporarily,
keeping them there as short a time as
possible. It is surprising how quickly
root action starts when they come in
contact with moist ground.
It will not do any harm to trim a few
of the longest roots back a little to
facilitate planting, which should be
done carefully. Don't plant any deeper
than they were before; make a large
hole, but shallow, and spread out the
roots evenly; give one thorough water-
ing after planting and then common
sense must come into play. Syringing
the house and canes two or three times
a day in favorable weather will induce
the plants to break well. As the shoots
begin to grow and get larger and
larger, water should be given more lib-
erally. It is impossible for me to state
the quantity of watei-, but as a great
deal depends on this operation for suc-
cess or failure it should have the clos-
est attention. Never shade, and the
more air given the better, especially at
this season of the year, night and day.
Success with roses in the dull, bad days
of winter depends largely on the way
we build up their constitution. H. H.
Cincinnati.
Market Notes.
Business for the week has not been
rushing, but it is now a case of being
thankful for what you get. We have
not been forced to sell carnations at
$1 or $2 per thousand yet. Prices of
roses remain fair for good stock, but
very little of the latter is coming in.
William Murphy is cutting some fine
spikes of gladiolus that sell, wholesale,
at 50 cents per dozen. Sweet peas are
quite plentiful, and bring 25 cents to 75
cents per 100. Plenty of Harrisii lilies
are in sight at present.
Plant trade at the Flower Market is
reported quite good, but the cool wea-
ther is holding back every kind of out-
door bedding work.
Jottings.
Richard Schmidt, of Covington,
Ky., will wed a young lady of Hamil-
C. S. Ford, representing A. Herr-
mann, New York, is in the city looking
after the supply business.
George, Hespler & Allen is now the
style of the new firm that will soon
take charge of the Oakley rose houses.
These young men are all practical
growers and we shall expect to see
some fine stock later on.
KenllnK the Stands.
This is the month that the stand
rents in the flower market are payable,
and the growers are marching up to
the captain's office to settle. The trus-
tees have made an equalization of
prices as to stands, the highest figure
paid now in the market for one year
being $30, the others grading to $25 and
$20.
When this market opened the stands
situated in the west end sold at $40
each; everybody wanted this location
and the ones who kicked the hardest
got it. Now the east end of the market
seems the best and the forty-dollar
gentlemen kicked for a reduction in
rent. They got it, and now seem happy.
E. G. GILLETT.
Wheeling, W. Va.
Business has been very good and the
outlook for a large trade in bedding
stock is very bright.
Messrs. Huscroft Bros, have opened
a pretty store on the corner of Market
and Fourteenth Streets, and they have
made it very attractive. They are
building quite a large plant on the pe-
ninsula.
Mr. Handle has moved his store to
Twelfth and Market Streets, near the
Ohio River. H. Y.
F/aibush. N. Y.
Gus. Messeberg has suffered a sad
bereavement in the death of his wife,
which occurred Saturday, May 15.
MYRTLE.
5000 Extra Large Clumps of Myrtle,
F. A. BOLLBS,
EastiOth St., Lawnwood, Brooklyn, N.Y,
We have now sold out of rooted cuttings,
■ having diBposed of over a quarter of a mlllioD
the past season. Our cuttings have glvec
entire satisfaction, and we did not have a single
: complaint from freezing in transit or poor
! Bt.ook. We wish to thank our patrons for thei
. orders. We are adding moreglass to our plant
\ and expect to have a large stock in A No. I
quality next season. We will have for the
trade 2,600 AiparHgus plumosa nana(read}
in Julv) and 10,000 Field Grown CarDatloni
and 30,000 Dahlia Roots in the Fall at lowest
A. B. DAVIS & SON, Purcellvilie, Va.
General Catalogue ^Jameiiliuide
FOR THE SOUTH
Comprising Summary Description, Degree of
HardineBS. Hiois to Culture, of 15C0 Sorts of
Plants. New Enlarged Edition. 93 pages.
Southern California Acclimatizing Association.
JfHEH WRITIHO liCHTIOM THC FLORISTS' EXCHANC
ECHEVERIA
$3.00 per 100.
STRONG SMILAX PLANTS,
from 2 inch pots, $1.50 per tauudred.
JOHN LODDER & SONS,
161 Beckett St., Hatnllton, Ohio.
CLEMATIS.
SMILtX
Stronpr plants i
VEGETABLE PLANTS
Jersey Wakefield. Early Summer aod Red Cabbage.
tl.OOper 1000. Cauliflower (SnowbiJI). »2.5r - -
iOOO, ready to plant out In fleld.
J. C. SCHMIDT ifc CO., Briatol,
ASTERS
Eudnymiis Aurea Var., i year, $2.50 per 100.
A. & G. ROSBACH, Pemberton, N. J.
bl. Alyssum, 3in. pots.. 3.00 " 1
Cobsea Scandens, 4 in. pots, trained
on3 tootstHkes 8.00 " 1
Cash with order. Samples sent free by exprei
B. P. WYNINCS, Lebanon, Pa.
BEDDING PLANTS.
S2.00 per too.
Colens, Golden Bedder, Red Verschacreltii
Agreratam, 3 io. pots.
Golden Feverte-w.
J. & yv. I.EACII,
Cor. DeBoise&DitmarsAves. L.I. City, N.Y.
>HEN wwrrtNO MEN-now 1
ALTERNANTHERA
R. Nana
P. Major, bright red... 3.00 " 26.00 "
Order early, as irood plants are scarce all ovei
the country. Will hold order and ship wher
wanted. Cash with order.
A.J. BALDWIN, Newark, Ohio,
ROOTED CUTTINGS
CASH PRICES.
Chrysantbemunis, standard and new. name
sorts, bv mail. $1.50 oer 100; by eiprees. per 1101
fetv, dilechoma varie
00 Dsr 100. Double Ge.
Double Willi
Vliiel"
enta, Hellot
u"?'ln bloom? b'V°boi
100. Ens
— ; 193.0-
, Bride
Campbell, fine
too: rooted runners, per IOOO. $3.00.
d Bridesmaid, m In. pots. {2.00 per
ry, .S to I feet, branched, $10.00 per
0. Two teet loDK, at $1.00 per 100;
VEGETABLE PLANTS
Sweet Potato Plants, Jl.OO per 1000.
Egg: Plants, out of 3-inch pots, $3.00 per
100; line large plants.
CASH WITH ORDER.
SHIVLER & SXAGGER,
NEWARK, DEL.
VEGETABLE PLANTS
Swreet Potato Plants $0 16 $1 0(
Cabbase, from frame 15 1 0(
Cauliflower, Snowball, frame.. 35 2 6(
Broccoli, White Cape 25
Lettuce 15 IOC
Xomato, from trays 30 2 76
" from frame 20 1 9C
Pepper, from seed beds 25 3 OC
Ekk Plants, from seed beds... 25 2 00
TRADE PRICE LIST FREE.
Send Stamp for Samples.
E. C. HARGADINE, Felton, Del.
WMEW WRITIHO MtHTICH THt n.Oi>IST»'
ROSES
Carefully grown Forcing Stock,
2i^ inch. Strong. .
Meteor
W. La France ....
The Bride
Perle des Jardius . .
SWtlNSONA SPLENDENS ""'jn'o^p'JJioo
per 1000
$25 00
35 00
25 00
35 00
all orders.
J. B. HEISS, 1 16 So. Main St., Dayton, 0.
WHEN WHrriNO MENTIOWTHemRISTm-MCHAHCr
SURPLUS JOSES
VEGETABLE PLANTS
tid Paragon, 15c. per 100; $1.00
■ York Improved, 25c.
EGG Pl.A3>«X8-NeT
per lOfl! $2.00 per 1000.
PEPPER— Bull Nose, Ruby Kin(r. Sweet
Mountain and Cayenne, 25c. per 100; $2.00
; $8 50 per 10,000.
headquarters for all kinds of VeKe-
" " them in large
tal>le Plants, If yo
quantities send for price 1
Casb witta order.
R. VINCENT JR. & SON, Whits Marsh, Md.
2000 Catherine iVlermet $2 60
2000 Bridesmaid 2 60
lOUO Perle des Jardins 4 00
500 Kaiserin Augusta Victoria 4 00
300 Mme. Jos. Schwartz 2 50
300 Golden Gate 3 00
200 Jeanne Guillamez 2 60
200 Climbingr Perle 4 00
200 Klisa Fugier 2 50
200 Cornelia Cook 2 60
200 Marie Lambert 2 50
200 Bougere 2 60
300 Mme. Btienne 2 60
200 Mme.OlKB 250
200 Henry M. Stanley 2 50
200 Aitrippina 2 60
20n App..lline 2 50
10 0 YelL.w Rambler B 00
8flO Pink Rambler 6 00
600 White Rambler 10 00
8001) Marechal Niel 2 60
3000 Glolre de Dijon 2 60
600 Solfaterre 2 60
500 Lamarque 2 60
800 Fortune's Yellow 2 60
MOSS ROSES.
Moussellne, Henri Martin, James Veltch,
Capt. Basroger. Blanche double. Laneii
Mnss, Mme. Rochelambert, Glory of
Mosses, Alice Leroy, Prolific or Gracilis. 3 00
POLYANTHA ROSES.
Mile. Cecil Itruuner.George Pernet, Perle
d'Or, Mignonette, Pink Sou pert 3 00
NANZ & NEUNER
LOUISVILLE, KY.
May 22, 1897.
The Plorists' Exchange.
511
Santhemuhs.
The time to plant our chrj'iantheiuums
will soon bn here, and the very hrst work is
to look after our soil. I have no farm around
me, and cannot plough up in the fall and
spring, so I haul good loam with plenty of
root fibre in it; not too light, but at the
same time not sticky It must break to
pieces in the hand. I set that together with
about one-eighth part of cow manure This
work I do, if possible, in March, but where
it is not performed at that time, it ought to
be done at once, .so that the sod may decay
a little, or it will be bard work to get it fin*
enough for planting.
Those plants which I grow for specimen
plants I have at present in five-inch pots-
These will, in the course of time, go into
13-inch. The plants I use for market and
torsalein seven, eight and ten-inch pots are
standing in three-inch pots now, and I take
the tops off for my last set of cuttings,
which will be just right for planting next
month or in July. But I would advise to
have varieties like Fred. Walz, Ivory, Pink
Ivorv, Minerva, Major Bounaffon, and, in
fact,' the dwarf growers ready now in two
and one-half-inch pots, and rather shift them
into a larger pot, say tour inches, before
planting, so that you get the stems long
enough tocut. The plants I topped in three-
inch pots, I let go tor a week or so and then
give them a shift into five-inch pots and
place them in an airy house on the bench.
I prefer house to outdoor culture, and
find that I can control the watering better.
Outside, with heavy rains at this time
when the plants are in 0 inch pots, is very
harmful to the root action, an ' if the plants
.suffer I here, they are not easily brought
■ good shape again,
jr my " '
up for it,
sprinkling of bone dust; and to about 10
bushels of soil I add 4 or 5 pots (B inch) of
charcoal dust, which can easily be obtained
from tinners. What they do not use on
account of being too fine, is just right for
us. It is very beneficial, too, to use on 10-
bushel soil, about two shovelfuls of soot
saved for that purpose, when the boiler's
being cleaned. Mix this well together and
not too fine ; let it be rather coarse, so as to
give the water a chance to pass through it.
TuEO. Bock.
yepTions.
As soon as young plants have been
set out in the field and the weather
permits it, the fine cultivator should be
kept going. The soil should never be
allowed to become hard.
There are doubtless some yet who do
not realize the importance of keeping
the soil loose; and if any one wishes
to test the value of frequent stirring of
the soil, that he may have an object
lesson to convince him, let him try a
portion of a field and use the culti-
vator on it several times oftener than
ordinarily, and I will warrant that he
will be more than gratified with the
result.
I am thoroughly opposed to deep
hoeing or cultivating, and believe a
great deal of injury can be done in this
way. The idea of hoeing and culti-
vating is not to loosen the soil for the
roots to take hold of. A thorough prep-
aration of the ground before the plants
were set out will have accomplished
all in this line that is necessary. A
continual light stirring, merely an inch
or so deep, secures to the plants the
greater portion of the essentials they
require after being planted out, in or-
der to develop into good, thrifty sub-
jects.
I consider this the best way to %vater
plants in a dry season. An inch or so
effectively prevent a
dry dust __,
rapid evaporation of the m'ois'ture
tamed in the soil, which in ordinary
and more particularly so in very dry
weather, depends almost entirely upon
the subsoil for moisture. The latter is
taken up or absorbed by the Boil, often
from a considerable depth, but the sup-
ply is limited, and, therefore, after each
1 ain, as soon as the soil is dry enough,
« e must be on our guard to husband as
much of it as possible.
If we allow the soil to become baked
and hard a rapid evaporation of moist-
ure takes place through the cracks and
fissures, which always make their ap-
pearance when the cultivators stop
running. They may not be very large
in some instances, but are, neverthe-
less, wasting a great deal of moisture
which should be held in reserve for the
nourishment of the plants, and noth-
ing accomplishes this so well as a thin
layer of finely pulverized soil. Hus-
banding the moisture in the soil and
subsoil and thus permitting the plants
to accomplish in a more deliberate way
what the cracks and fissures would do,
is the first and most important benefit
derived from frequent cultivating.
There are two other items, however,
quite as beneficial, in their way, to the
plants. First, keeping the weeds in
check, which is certainly no small item;
secondly, permitting the air to get at
all the surface roots which the plant
may make. If the carnation did not
persistently make these surface roots
we would not be required to provide
for this at all, beyond what most plants
require. But in the carnation we have
an exception. This Is brought very
forcibly to mind when we attempt to
deprive the plant of its natural pro-
clivities to make surface roots by set-
ting the plants too deep. The growth
of those so treated is at best weak, and
more often diseased; usually stem rot
canies them oft. H. WEBER.
Carnations and Violets. p».'.''v""' '^- " .
p«r 100, le.OO per tOOO. Ro, _ _
White. $1 per 100. IS per 1000. Carnntlo
-. . ... -- - well-rooted
;uiiin(!s. Wm Scjtt. flO per lOOO. Cash with order.
P. M. DeWITT, Torr.sdale, Philadelphia, Pa.
WHEN WRrriNO MENTION THE rtORISTS- EXCHANOC
CARNATIONS, ROOTED CUTTINGS
Hrlile8inni?i'e^v1!i.
JERSEY CITY, N. J.
Take Bayonne or Qreenvllle
(;irlel L,ulzet..
Marctaloness of L,orne
Mal>el 91orrlson.
Marectaal Kllel
Mrs. J. Sbarman Cra^pvford.,
.budded stock, 5
Prairie Queen
Mrs. John Lalnir
Mervellle de Lyon.
Persian Vello-w
Princess Adelaide..
Rnssells Cottage
9-weet Briar
18.00
20.00
20.00
20.00
■VV. A. RIcIiardson.
.budded stock, 5
LORD PENZANCE'S HYBRID SWEET BRIARS.
We have a beautiful lot t
established in 6-inch pots. W
for $i.50 : for descriptions, see c
otter 8 distinct
CAmSTJLS.
I establishid plants, in 3-inch pots.
We have again an enormous stock of Ca
Ami PIctlon, crimson $5.00
Antolne Rlvolre, red 6.00
Baron de Sandraus, yellow spotted crimson 5.00
Bassets Red, flue bronze foliage, extra 5.0O
C. Reneau, carmine 6.00
Cbas. Henderson, crimson 6.00
neull de St. Grevy, bronze foliage, orange flowers 6.00
Comte de Bouchard, yellow, with crimson spot 8.00
Explorateur Crampbel, crimson 6.00
Etrandale, on rrant red, foliage bronze 6.00
Francois Billard, carmine 5.00
K. I«eu vessel, salmo» red, fine, foliage bronze 6.00
Gloire de I.yonnaise, yellow, mottled crimson 6.00
Geoffroy St. Hllalre, foliage bronze, orange red flowers 6.00
Gen. de Miribel, apricot, shaded salmon 6.00
J. Xboniayer, foliage bronze, orange flowers 5.00
J. W. Elliott, vermilion, shaded crimson 5.00
Kaiser ^evlltaelm, bright red, very fine 6.00
L. E. Bally, yellow, spotted red 5.00
Millet Ells, largecrimson 5.00
Maurice Musy, vermilion scarlet 5.00
M. Forgeot, orange, yellow edge 5 00
Meteor, orange scarlet 5.00
Paul Marquant, best salmon 5.00
Paul Bruant, orange scarlet 5.00
President Cbandon, ochre yellow, orange spots 6.00
Paolo Raedell, brilliant crimson, golden edge 6.00
Paul Slesrist, gold, edged crimson 5.00
Paul Lorenz, foliage bronze, blood red Bowers 10.00
Projfresslon, yellow, dotted maroon 6.00
Perfection, yellow, spotted crimson 6.00
Sarah Hill, crimson 5.00
Stadeartner Sennholz, foliage bronze, carmine flowers 6.00
Sophie Buchner, light red 5.00
Senator Montefiore, orangesalmon 5.00
Princess Luslenan, carmine 5.00
Trocadero, crimson 5.00
Austria, new. 30 cts. each; $3.00 per doz 20.00
Italia, new. 60 cts. each ; $6.00 per doz 40.00
In addition to the above varieties we have a fine collection of new sorts, really good things ;
for description of which see our Quarterly lAnt.
Special offer of collections of Cannas: for $3.00 we will send 50 distinct varieties ; for $5.00
we will send 100 distinct varieties, all carefully labeled; these collections contain many new
desirable high priced varieties.
30.000 AMPELOPSIS VEITCHIl.
J from 3-inch pots, about 24 Inches
HYBRIID CLEIMAXIS-
A flue lot of pot-grown plants In 6 and 6-Inch pots, two-yr ar-old stock.
Duchess of Edinburgh, double white. I^ady Caroline Meyllle, blush white.
Ealry Queen, pale flesh, with pink bar. Marie Van Houtte, pure white, fine.
Gipsy Queen, fine rich purple. Miss Bateman, white, with chocolate
Henryl, pure white. anthers.
Jackmannl Alba, flue pure white. Otto Eroetael, fine large white.
Kermeslna, crimson, small but florlfer- Hleboldl Hybrlda, large blue.
ous. Standlshl, lavender blue.
LaiTSonlana, rosy purple. The Gem, deep lavender blue.
#3,00 per doz, ; 18135.00 per 100.
CYCAS SXEI^S-
We have just received a large Importation of Cycas stems in sizes from i to 16 lbs. which we
offer at 10 cts. per lb. in lots up to 100 lbs. and shall be pleased to quote prices on larger
quantities.
For other ■easonable stock and our great speclaltiea, Falma and Ferns, see onr
Quarterly Wholesale I.ist, April issue.
HENRY A. DREER, 714 Chestnut St., Phila.
CORROSIVE SUBLIMATE FOR THE LILY DISEASE.
During the past Winter Lilium Harrisii
has again suffered severely from the " lily
disease," which causes the plants to take
on the sickly, rusty appearance, so familiar
to all growers of Easter lilies.
The cause of this trouble is still un-
known. Our observations of the past year
have tended to confirm, with one excep-
tion, the conclusions reached in 1895, and
published in the Fourteenth Annual Re-
port of the New York Agricultural Experi-
ment Station, pages 520-522. The exception
noted relates to the treatment of the bulbs
with corrosive sublimate. Upon the hypoth-
esis that the disease is caused by some
organism which attacks the roots, the fol-
lowing preventive treatment was suggested
on page Wi2 of the above-mentioned report;
" First. For potting, use soil which has
never been used for growing lilies or other
bulboits plants.
"Second. Previous to potting, soak the
bulbs one and one-half hours m a weak
solution of corrosive sublimate, prepared
by dissolving one and one-half ounces of
corrosive sublimate in ten gallons of water.
This is the treatment recommended by
Prof. Bolley for potato scab. It does not
appear to injure the plants."
The statement that " it does not appear
to injure the plants " was based upon an
experiment in which eight bulbs of Lilium
Harrisii were treated and potted, late
in Winter, together with four untre»ted
bulbs for comparison. On account of being
potted so late, none of the bulbs produced
vigorous plants. Neither the treated nor
untreated plants showed any disease, and
while the average height of the untreated
plants was somewhat greater than that of
the treated plants, the difference was not
marked.
Through the kindness of Mr. James
Dean, of Bay Ridge, we have since had the
opportunity of giving the treatment a
thorough trial, and find that it is not to be
recommended. It not only fails to prevent
the disease, but also injures the plants.
Ninety-six bulbs of Lilium Harrisii were
divided into three equal lots, and treated
as follows :
Lot I. Soaked one and one-half hours in
corrosive sublimate solution (li ounces to
10 gallons water).
Lot II. Soaked three-quarters of an hour
in the same so ution.
Lot III. Untreated.
Each lot contained bulbs of two sizes —
sixteen 5-7 bulbs and sixteen 7-9 bulbs.
After soaking in corrosive sublimate they
were immediately potted (Aug. 26) in new
pots, and in soil in which no bulbous
the three lots of bulbs stood side by side,
and received precisely the same treatment.
At intervals of about three weeks the
plants were carefully measured and the
condition of their health noted with the
following results :
GROWTH OF LILY PLANTS.
LOT III. Untreated
AVERiGE HbIQBT IN INCHES
Nov. 18 Dec. 9 Dec. 29 Jan. 21 Feb. 13 Moh, 10 Apr. 20
.3.7 5.1
6.3 8.6
In size, the plants from the treated Lot I., six in Lot II , and four in Lot III.
bulbs were markedly inferior to the The four dead plants in Lot III. died from
plants from the untreated bulbs through , the disease, while of those in Lots I. and
out the entire season, showing very II., two died from the disease, and the
plainly that the treatment had injured the remainder from some other cause — seem-
bulbs. I ingly from the influence of the treatment
By April 20, eight plants had died in with corrosive sublimate.
AMOUNT OF DISEASE AMONG THE PLANTS.
Nov. 18 Dec. 9 Dec. 29 Jan. 21 Feb. 13 Mcb. ID Apr. 20
Slightly diseased.
Badly diseased . .
Slightly diseased
Badly diseased...
Slightly diseased
Badly diseased . . ,
Two badly d
Four badly
plants had died since Jan. 21.
plants had died since Jan 21.
From the above table it will be seen that
during the first part of the season thei%
was considerably less disease among the
treated bulbs than among the untreated,
but by April 20 the difference was not very
great. It the disease is caused, as many
believe, by weakness in the bulbs, treat
ment with corrosive sublimate cannot
possibly check the disease, and the be-
havior of the plants in the above experi-
ment is difficult of explanation. On the
other hand, if the disease is caused by
some organized parasite which attacks the
bulbs, soaking the bulbs in corrosive
sublimate would, most likely, kill that
parasite, whether it be fungus, bacterium
or insect, and thereby rid the bulbs of the
disease. In the latter case the results of
the experiment would be more easily in-
terpreted.
The treatment certainly checked the
dise se, and there are two ways of account-
ing for the fact that the disease was not
wholly prevented.
(1) Some of the organisms which cause
the disease may have been so well pro-
tected by the bulb scales that the corrosive
sublimate failed to reach them. After the
bulbs were potted these organisms rapidly
multiplied, and in the latter part of the
season became so numerous as to affect
the health of the plants.
(2) The disease may have teen trans-
mitted from the untreated to the treated
plants.
The results of the experiment tend to
show that the disease is of parasitic origin,
but that treatment of the bulbs with
corrosive sublimate as a preventive measure
cannot be recommended.
F. C. Stewart.
Branch Office of the New York Experi-
ment Station, Jamaica, N. Y.
May 22, 1897.
PANSY PLANTS
In bloom, from cold frames. $1.00 per WO;
$9.00 per 1000.
ENGLISH IVY.
strong, fleld-nrowri, 3 years, per 100, $8.00; one-
year, $5.00 per 100. Cash with order.
J. H. DAMN & SON, Westfield, N.Y.
Pansies Worth Raising
le Kiveu in every
case. Cash with order. All shipments free
on board of express here.
C. Soltau & Co. Tvfu'u'e"' Jersey City. N. J.
WHEN WRrriNQ MIWTIOW THC HOaiSTS' ruCHAWCt
ROSES. ROSES.
SOO American Beauties from 4 in. pots,
extra fine, A No. 1 plunte. |12.00 per 100, or the
Cash or satisfiictory reference must accora-
pany order from imkuowu correspondents.
Samples sent. Address
Oak Park Nurseries, Patcliogua, L, I.
LOOK HERE
The following plants are in Al condition.
KOSEI^, out or 2 In. pots. Bridesmaid and Bride.
»2 50 per lUO; »20 00 per 1000; Meteor. $3.00 per 100;
$3i.00 per 1000.
Asters, out of 2!^ Inch pots, »2 00 per 100.
C. MERKEL & SON, Mentor, Ohio.
WHtW WHITINO MCWnOH THt rmRI»TS' EXCHANCC
AMERICAN BEAUTIES
214, 3 and 4 inch pots ; very line, clean, no bin
spot.
A few BRIDE and BBIOESMAIS, 2^
pots. Fine stock, clean, nic(
shjft.
JOSEPH BRADBURY, South Orange, N. J
NEW HYDRANGEA
OTARSA fflONSTROSA
This variety I
iog sorts and
Nice hranchii
L 3 in. pots, $3.60 per
0; $30.00 per 1000,
JOHN A, DOYLE. Springfield, Ohio,
The Plorisxs' Exchange.
-^NEW ROSE=-
Souv. du PiGiiiileiil llaiDOI.
STRONG PLANTS, FROM 21-2 INCH POTS, READY NOW.
513
TEN DEGREES BELOW ZERO
WotmLlWMM
$15.00 per 100; $185 per 1000.
At our Model Farm, Carnot has stood 3 degrees below zero witliout pro-
tection. We have a limited stock of strong Carnots from 4 inch and 5 inch
pots, splendid plants for Spring sales to the amateur.
Price, 4 inch pots. $25.00 per hundred.
" 5 inch " 35.00 "
ROBT. SCOTT & SON, 1 0th and Catharine Sts., Phlla.
50.000 BRIDE tHD BRIDESMAID! so.ooo
EXTRA FINE.
_ $250 per 100; $30.00 per
From 3V' incii pots.'.'.' KOO per 100; $85.00 per
Fine large 31/2 inch GERANIUMS, ready for 4 inch
From 2y2 inch pots.
TERMS CASH.
$4.00 per 100
THE NATIONAL PLANT CO., Dayton, Ohio
WHEN wwrriNO Mtimow the ruHiw» cxcm«hoe
. . . YOXJisra ROSHS . . .
Fine stoclx-, ready for immediate planting.
CAROLINE TESTOUX and METEOR,
4 inch pots, $8.00 per hundred.
CHRYSiLlSrXHE]MU3MS-
The best Commercial varieties, 2'^ in. pots, $3.00 per 100; 3 in. pots, |4.00 per 100.
ROBERT SIMPSON, Jackson Avenue,
The John Reid Estate. JERSEV CITY, N. J.
REINBERG BROS.
strong, n ^ O pr C f^''*"" ^^
FOR SALE.
7,000 YOONG ROSES
Bride and Bridesmaid, 2 inch pots.
$2 00 per 100; $15.00 per 1000.
WITH ORDER.
J. K. POSTMA, - Princeton, Ky.
Who Wants Them.
525 BRIDESMAID
350 BRIDE
250 "WOOTTON
All out of z'i inch pols, ready to plant, the
lot for $25.00.
Also 100 RKX BEGONIA.S. out of 4 inch
pots, for $tn.no. All g:ood varieties.
GEO. A. RACKHAM, Datroit, Mich.
ROSES
Fine strong healthy stock, 2 inch and
3 inch plants.
CUT ROSES and CARNATIONS always
in stock.
H.DALE, - Brampton, Ont.
WHEN WRrriNQ MENTIOI4 THC rtOKISTS* CXCHANSI
Healthy
inch pots.
Hardy Yellow Clinibius R<
Aelaia Is. therefore, an Im
mensely important
50 BI08.0
Rambler,
Ramble
1 sple
iCrln
I of moderate ilze.
The
I probably related. The color I
bit of KroWtn is very viyoruu., well
establtBhed plants maklntl shoots eight to ten
ntrodncers
_„ In this country. havlDR been 80
by Mr. Peter Lambert, the orlRt-
1 prepared to offer plants or
t high li
nator. Wo f
two other valuable cum bine roses:
EUPHROSYNE or PINK RAMBLER
Color a clear light red: otherwise vary ilmllar
TIIAMA or WHITE RAMBLER
Pure white ; same SI yie and habit as Aglaia.
W Ej„W A N T^ E V E RJ^^ F LO RJST __^^_
W E W ILL SEN D F REE O F C H ARC E
.together with I
Price for strong plants from 2% inch pots,
$15.00 per 100. Send for eur Trade
Lists of other Roses and General Stock.
JACKSON JiPERKiNS CO. Newark, New York
BRIDESMAID.
PARENT STOC K stil W-sisls m pMfeot ^cor
FRANK L. MOORE. Chatham. N. J.
WHEN WRrriHQ MENTIOM THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
ROSES
Bride
Bridesmaid.
GOLDEN GATE. PERLE.
._.. SIEBRECHT, METEOR, BRIDE, BRIDESMAID. KAISERIN,
LA FRANCE. TESTOUT, $2 50 per KHl ; $311.00 per 1000. No orders for less than 100 of one
variety accepted. We are the largest Rose growers in the United States, and oau fill all
Remember our stocfe toofe First Prize at the ChicaRO Flower Show.
•••CARN AXIOMS"
STORM KING SILVER SPRAY. WM. SCOTT, LIZZIE MoGOWAN, LIZZIE GILBERT. ROSE
- er 100; $8 DO per 1000. No orders for less than 100 of any one variety accepted.
9 on large lots. The above stock is well rooted and free from rust.
SMILAX, 2K >"ch pots, $1.50 per hundred.
- CHICAGO, ILLS.
51 WABASH AVENUE,
■ CWTIOM THE rtORIBT-S EXCHAHCl
New Hybrid Tea Rose
IT GROWS. IT BLOOMS. IT SELLS.
Strono:, healthy plants (none finer), out of 2'/2 inch pots
ready for immediate shift, in large size.
PRICE, $3 Per Dol; $15 Per 100; $125 Per 1000.
ERNST ASnUS, West Hoboken, N.J
Fine Roses from 2% inch Pots.
Per 100 Per 1000
.»3 oo »25 oo
. 3 OO 25 oo
. 3 oo 25 oo
meteor 300 2500
Mme. Hoste 300 2500
TERMS; Cash with order.
CHAS. E. SMITH,
. JefTerion and .lackson Aves., YORK. PA.
THE FLORISTS'
2000 YOUNfi ROSES
TOO BEAUTY, 4 inch.
1000 'MAID, 2H inch.
1000 BRIDE, 2% Inch.
500 G. GATE, 2% inch.
750 LA FRANCE. 2y, inch.
J. R. FREEMAN,
612 13th Street, WASHINGTON, D.C.
»HEHWWmwOMEWTIOMTMEH.ORI»T «EXCH«WQE
Sterling American Novelty, the
WHITE COGHET
Ib a Bport from Maman Cocliet, which is
considered now the best pink out-of-
door rose. It has all the good qualities
of Its parent; lis color is pure white In
Winter, outside petals slightly tioKed in
Summer; and no doubt it will prove the
best white out-of-door rose up to date.
All Oidero Uaat Is AocompaalQl vltb Caih.
J. COOK, "'%?SJe"t"^ Baltimore, Md.
MCNTION THE FtOniST'S CXCHANOK
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Contents.
Boiler Scale, Remedy for . . . 620
Books Received 523
Carnations 511
CATALOonES Received 633
Changes in Business 618
Chrysanthemums 611
Correspondence 609
Dean, James, Retires (Portrait) . . 609
Ether as a Plant Developer . . .623
Experiment Stations, The . . . 523
Lily Disease, Corrosive Sublimate for 613
London's Easter Trade . ■ . .523
National Florists' Board of Trade . 515
New York Botanical Garden . . . 616
Seed Trade Report 607
Seedlings and Certificates . . .516
Trade Notes ;
Ciaclnnati, Wbeeliosr, W. Va. . . . 510
New York, Philadelphia . . . .616
Augusta, Ga., Chicago . . . .616
Boston, Pittsburg, St. Louis, Utioa, N.Y. 618
Buffalo, St. Paul 619
Bloomsburg, Chambersburg, Reading,
520
For the Busy Man.
Seedsmen should read President Wood's cir-
cular on page 507.
The Dutch bulb growers anticipate a brisk
trade In their specialty this year.
Over one hundred and fifty varieties of lilacs
are grown at the Arnold arboretum.
Pittsburg was visited by a hail storm last
week ; no damage was done to greenhouse
glass.
James Dean will retire from business' at the
old stand, at Bay Ridge, next month. An auc-
tion sale of his greenhouses and their contents
Seedlings and Certificates.
The animated and interesting discussion
on this question arising out of our editorial
page 224, March 0 Issue of the Ex-
CHAKGE, having to all appearances run its
rse, we may be pardoned if we under-
take to review as briefly as possible the
points elucidated by the different writers.
Imprimatur, we desire again to relieve
Mr. Ward of any connection whatsoever
with the editorial just referred to, and to
state that it was written with the inten-
tion of pointing out the dangerous possi-
bilities ahead for the Carnation Society, as
we saw them, if the present course was
pursued and persisted in.
It is our firm conviction that the strong-
est rock upon which the Society's founda-
tion rests is as we stated in our issue of
March 6, and which we again repeat :
" The purpose of the Novelty Committee
is assuredly the encouragement of the
seedling raiser. Nay, more, that Is the
pivot on which rests the fabric of the
entire society ; but if the present system of
enforcing an ironclad scale of points be
persisted in the actual results are diamet-
rically the opposite from what is Intended.
The seedling raiser, having a novelty of
average quality and merit, will not take
the risk which is involved in subjecting it
to the tender mercies of the Seedling
Committee. He will rather persevere in
raising stock from it for the demands of
his local market, and, in the course of
time, if the buying public smile upon his
carnation, other growers will be only too
anxious to secure plants from him, certifi-
cate or no certificate, notwithstanding.
The commercial growers will cultivate
just what they can sell every time, and the
retail buyer, the ultimate consumer, cares
little tor the past history of what is
offered. It pleases his fancy and that is
sufficient."
The Society's intention as regards the
manner in which raisers of seedlings were
to be encouraged in their work, was at the
outset of its career satisfactory, viz.: the
"awarding of valuable prizes, certificates,
etc."
A brief history of the certificate matter
may not be out of place : The So
ciety's dereliction of its duty in thie
respect was called to its attention at the
Pittsburg meeting, by one of its prominent
members (Mr. Craig). This is what h(
then said (p. 10, Proceedings of 1893) : " We
have got some flowers in the hall below
new things of decided merit. What Is the
use of giving exhibitions if we do not
recognize merit when we see it."
One of the judges (the late Mr. Hunt)
then asked that " the committee be told the
flowers considered desirable for competi-
tion for these certificates."
Mr. Craig thought "those not in com-
merce ; " and with (to our mind) a correct
interpretation of the Society's duty in this
direction, added: "any promising seed-
ling ought to be recognized as meritorious."
Then, the report adds (page 11), "The
committee was instructed to again go over
the exhibits, and award certificates to
all deserving varieties, whether intro-
duced Into commerce or not."
The following year, 1894, at Indianap-
olis, the Society continued in the lines laid
down at Pittsburg, for we find it award-
ing certificates " for a display of new seed-
ling carnations," for " a vase of Kalserln
Augusta Victoria roses," as well as to
several varieties of carnations, new and
old, among the former being Jubilee (Hill
& Co.)
For the Boston meeting (189.5), the pro-
gram states, "Certificates of merit will
be awarded to all new varieties of distinct
merit," and " a certificate will be awarded
to the vase of carnations on exhibition
showing the best culture." Here, then,
was the first deviation from the policy in-
augurated by the Society at Pittsburg,
and an endeavor to restrict the awarding
of certlficites, by confining these to "new
varieties of distinct merit."
At New York (1896) we have the seed-
lings judged by a scale of points which,
the report of that meeting states, the
judges " had adopted as their guide,"
limiting the number of points to 85 for a
certificate. There was no intimation in
the program of the New York meeting
that varieties would be judged by such a
scale of points.
Then comes the Cincinnati meeting,
where the exhibits were judged under a
scale of points endorsed by the members
there assembled. We refer our readers to
187 and 188 issue of February 37
for a report of the di.'cussion had on
that scale, and the schedule's requlre-
ents under it.
In that report occurs the following
passage (p. 188): " In answer to the chair,
Adam Graham, of Cleveland, one of the
Committee of Judges on Seedlings, said
:ommittee had no difiiculty in coming
conclusion, so far as the scale of
points gave directions. The only difiiculty
the committee met with was in deciding,
where there was a very close competition,
as to which variety was entitled to a cer-
tificate—one in preference to the other.
I number of instances the flowers
shown were of such wonderful excellence
that it really was a very difficult matter
rrlve at a conclusion that would be
satisfactory to the committee as being
just, and such as would be proper to recom-
mend to the trade."
Now, then, Mr. Graham has not denied
the authorship of these remarks (they
were taken down verbatim), so we must as-
sume that they are correct. And no one can
read them without coming to the conclu-
sion that the seedlings at Cincinnati were
judged competitively andcertiflcates given
to one " in preference to the other."
It was these remarks that prompted us
to sound our alarm note on page 224, March
6 issue. Since that time Mr. Graham has
explained that the comparison or compcti
tion, was with older standard varieties ;
but that explanation is not at all in ac-
cord with his reported remarks nor with
the Instructions to the judges which
directed the awards to be made according
to a given scale of points.
Again, the Society has set a standard by
its scale of points, and every variety com-
ing up to that standard is entitled to a
certificate, without taking Into considera-
tion, whether or no the seedling Is an im-
provement on, equal or inferior to existing
kinds of its color. For, we take It, if a
variety certificated under snch a scale is
Inferior to existing sorts, the scale is de-
fective ; in other words, the scale should
be so arranged, that its requirements neces-
sary to a certificate are always ahead of
the standard already reached.
But there was nothing mentioned in the
program to intimate that the seedlings
shown to obtain certiflcates must be
superior to existing varieties; nor that
they were to be judged by such a standard.
The adjudicators ought to have come
Into the room in the same state of mind as
does a judge when he enters the court
room to try a case ; he knows nothing and
allows nothing but what is presented
before him; in other words, the case is
tried simply on its own merits, and not on
the merits of similar cases elsewhere. And,
too, in the case of a flower, the judges
may be confronted with an incomparable,
and at the same time meritorious novelty,
as, for Instance, in color, then how are they
to act with their standard comparison ?
If a scale of points is the method by which
varieties are to be judged, adhere to the
scale, leaving comparative values out of
the matter altogether. And if a hundred
varieties mest your scale requirements,
100 certiflcates should be awarded. Other-
wise, you do the grower of uncertificated
varieties that have scaled the necessary
minimum number of points a great In-
justice; taking Into consideration the use
to which certiflcates are put, to wit : aids
to advertising.
We now come to the scaling practiced.
We highly commend the endeavor of the
Society to restrict the bestowal of Its cer-
tiflcates upon anything other than what
possesses decided merit, but can as readily
condemn the desire to bring this scaling
down so fine aa to withhold a certificate
for say one point. To grant a certificate
in such a case would only necessitate the
addition of but an infinitesimal fractional
part to each of the individual requirements
of the scale, and we venture to say these
could well be ceded without any harm being
donethe trade, whereas, on the other hand,
the harm done the exhibitor may be very
great. Our reason for this statement is
given In our first article. We here re-
peat it:
"We can quite easily Imagine the ex-
istence of qualities in a particular seed-
ling which may render it of Immense
practical value to a grower, such, for in-
stance, as continuous free flowering— no
insignificant point either. Assuming his
seedling when before the committee scores
83 points, It is damned commercially, the
while its owner knows it to be of good
commercial value. He can and does sell
his crop of blooms, but there Is no sale at
' novelty prices' for cuttings ai d plants—
plainly an injustice has been done." He
is worse off as regards that particular
seedling at the last than if he had never
exhibited it.
This was another breaker we saw ahead,
od which, to our mind, will completely
stop the exhibition of seedlings before the
Society, excepting by thote wbo are will-
;o take such narrow risks. We would
respectfully refer those Interested to tie
remarks of President-elect Rudd on this
subject, at Cincinnati (p. 188, issue Feb-
ruary 37), which we consider a common
sense and just view of the matter.
Far be it from us to detract one jot or
tittle from the good work the Carnation
Society has done and is doing for the great
army of carnation growers throughont
the country, work that is not appreciated
as it should be; but the aforementioned
points of danger loomed up so prominently
before us that for the welfare of the So-
ciety, which is at all times sought by us,
we deemed It our duty to warn those in-
terested. And the view we hold has been
indorsed by some of the best men in the
trade.
One correspondent hasasked us to recon-
cile what, to him, seem conflicting state-
ments. The remarks he cites (page SOO,
issue of March 27), have reference to the
year in which they were written— 1896 ; and
in that year the Society flrst insisted on
seeing plants of the seedlings exhibited ;
with the result that only two certiflcates
were granted. This result, we doubt not,
arose from the greater light the judges
had around them, in the qualities demon-
strated by the plants ; and we still believe
that a certificated variety, obtaining such
honor under the system adopted in 1896,
may, to a very great extent, be relied on ;
before the honor is bestowed upon it, for
we take it the Carnation Society is yet
quite equal to the task of judging its own
flower, and to adopt a scale calculated to
Improve and advance the standard of qual-
ity of same.
Our statement as to varieties certificated
prior to that time, or In the past few years,
is, we think, proven by the facts. This is
no reflection, however, on the able men
who made the awards ; they, we are con-
fident, gave their decisions to the best of
their judgment, honestly and fairly,
according to the light they had— the flowers
as they stood before them.
We firmly believe that the members of
the Society are earnest in their desire that
their awards shall be of value, and act as
guides, as well as guards, to the carnation
grower; but before the true value of a
variety, from a grower's standpoint, can be
attested to, such variety must have under-
gone a test, and to be complete, that test
should be outside, as well as within, the
locality of the originator.
To that end we would suggest that the
Society carry out its original Intention, to
wit; to establish a test committee, by
whom all novelties shall be tried; that the
individual members of such committee
make a faithful record of the behavior of
the plants, and report fully to the Society,
that such reports, as well as a similar
one by the originator, be carefully exam-
ined and compared by the judges, and
that the information be taken Into con-
sideration In making the awards, and
same made public.
Supp'emett this work by appinting an
inspector, a member of the Society, in
lings in his locality, and report on same at
the annual meeting. Such a course would,
at any rate, prove helpful In rendering the
certificate of value, providing that docu-
ment is to be regarded as an Indication of
the seedling's commercial worth. We
cannot conceive that undue advantage
would be taken by any member of such a
test committee, but that complete confi-
dence would be placed in the men so hon-
ored by the Carnation Society.
But It must always be borne in mind
that fashion alone can and does determine
the real commercial value of a carnation
flower, and no certified dissection or analy-
sis of the inherent qualities of any bloom
can usurp fashion's caprice.
In conclusion, we would like to repeat
here the statements of some of our hest
carnation growers on the subject of the
Carnation Society giving awards for new
varieties of carnations :
"Great care should be exercised in the
bestowal by this Society of medals and oerti-
Exalt the standard ; better that dis-
ment should occur to originators than
is Society should endorse any variety
T.r'?^
that does not measure up to the very bes'
little better than any at present i
On tJie other hand it is important that proper t
cimraaement be ijiven to thoae working on the
lines of ratting new varieties."— 'E. G. Hill, at
lEidianapolis meeting.
" Ought we not to go further (than the scale's
requirements) and inquire into the commercial
value and standing before we give awards."—
E. G. Hill, at Indianapolis meeting.
"As a Society we can only compliment the
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May 22, 1897.
The F^lorists' Exchange.
515
good and denouuoe the wurtbless. This lends
to the conclusion that every grower must he
his own judge. And, in fact, no grown- can de-
pend on a new variety unless he has made a trial
for himself, for we must deal with a factor that
oinnot be overlooked, the adaptability of a
variety to a locality, and I would like to add
to the mode of culture the grower practices."
—Fred. Dorner, at Indianapolis meeting.
of
National Florists' Board
Trade.
Secretary Loder has just Issued to
members his Credit and Intormation
List, together with the Code, to which
several useful additions have been
made. The value of such an adjunct
as this to business men cannot be over-
estimated, acting, as it does, as a guide
to dealers in the matter of extending
credits to many who may desire to
trade with them, and with whose busi-
ness standing they may be unfamiliar.
New York Botan cal Garden.
Director N. L. Britton, of the New
York Botanical Garden, remarked at
the meeting of the American Institute,
held Tuesday last, that the Board of
Managers of the garden were all ready
to begin operations on a large scale so
soon as the plans submitted to the
Park Commissioners had been passed
upon by that body. Already a great
deal had been done in the way of grad-
ing, draining and cleaning up the
Bronx Park, and the permanent herb-
aceous grounds are being planted this
spring. Five or six hundred species
were already in place. Some three
thousand seedlings of species obtained
from the Botanic Gardens of Kew,
Berlin, Geneva and other Continental
cities were being grown. So far as
the decorative and ornamental plants
were concerned, the planting of these
depended on the position of the roads,
bridges and buildings, and until the
plans were finally approved it was im-
possible to do very much of the work.
Saturday,
miums are bringing quite fancy prices.
special palm sale on Thursday was
1 attended, and fair prices were realized.
_ . 0. ToDoer. reprei
Sons,
Holland, sailed for horn.
May 15, by S. S. Amsterdai]
A hearing in the matter of the sale of
the stock and assets of Pitcher & Manda
held at the Chancery Chambers, Jersey
City, on Monday, May 17. A slight ma-
jority of the creditors were in favor of a
continuation of the business by the receiver
until the Fall. All were in favor of the
immediate sale of the stock of orchids. A
further hearing will be held at the same
place on June 1 next, at 10 A. M. The
claims proven with the receiver amount
to $68,750.45.
Dailledouze Bro.s. have just completed
the erection of a new house, 20J.fx200 feet.
This addition possesses a new feature in
greenhouse building, which will be watched
with interest. The eaves protrude S'i
inches, this outward inclination of the
giving more head room for the plants,
The Victoria Begias were planted out
in tlie outside tank this week, steam
pipes being run through the tank to
supply necessary heat at night.
DAVID RUST.
Washington. D C.
The stock of the establishment of the
late John Saul is ofEered for sale and the
;reenhouse3 for rent, by the executors,
Nm. G. Saul and Mary G. Saul. It is
ntended to close the business.
Index to Advertisers.
Baldwin A J.,
Darling O. T..
Alyssnm
North W B
Search Wm H
New York.
Wholeialo Market.
The depression in the cut flowe''
trad-- commented upon last week, con-
tinues without abatement. Roses are badly
mildewed and of inferior quality generally,
thus making weak competitors against the
fresh spring flowers, which are now being
more generally used. Carnations are even
a worse slump than in the previous week.
It is next to impossible to quote prices on
either of the above.
PiBOnies have made their appearance in
quantities and, so far, are bringing 50c. per
dozen. This stock is in two weeks earlier
than usual; and the same may be said of
irises which are also now arriving.
Valley sold during the week perhaps
better than any other kind of stock; out-
door grown realized 50c. per 100 ; indoor
valley was in short supply, prices averaged
*1 to $1..50 per 100, a small quantity of
special quality fetihing a higher figure.
Sweet peas are plentiful; bunches of 23
sprays make $6 to $8 per 100 bunches ;
smaller bunches $3.
Gladioli realize from $1 to $1.25 per
Retail Trade.
Steamer work reached quite large
proportions on Wednesday, and was well
distributed over the city among different
retailers.
Alex. McConnellhad the Northrup Snow
wedding at Roxbury, on Wednesday. A
large number of cattleyas and anthuriums
were used, also 3000 valley, 500 lilies,
150 strings of smilax.
G. M. Stumpp had a wedding anc
ception Thursday. The church of the
Heavenly Rest was profusely decorated
with lilies and Spring flowers.
Department 31, at Siegel Cooper store,
which embraces plants, cut flowers and
seeds, has been taken over by J. R. Bu
who will from now on manage the depart-
ment upon his own account. Peter Mc
Donald, who had charge of tliis depart-
ment, has resigned his position with the
™' of
Anction Sates.
These have been i
prices have improved.
and also gaining considerable light. Glass
meets glass, and no lodgement lor snow is
possible. The sides are kept in position by
means of braces attached to the iron
rafters, whose perpendicular supports run
down into solid foundations. These rafters
carry the entire weiiiht of the house, and
no weight of any importance is evident at
the eaves. Double ventilation is provided
at the ridge, there being no side ventilation.
The house is glazed with 16x24, double
thick French glass. Lord & Burnham
were the builders.
Visitors In Town
H. G. Byres, Albany, N. Y.; W. K,
Harris and R. Craig, Philadelphia, and
Stephen Horan, Bridgeport, Conn.
Jamesville, N. Y.
Theodore Miller will soon move his
greenhouse to this place, having
formed a partnership with Irvin J.
Clark.
Philadelphia.
narket stationary.
No improvement was noticed in
the cut flower market the past week;
all flowers are jutt t.s pleatiful as at
last report. It is useless to quote prices,
as ihere are really no steady figures.
A very few tea loses bring $4 to $5.
Sweet peas are more in demand and
some good flowers are coming in; 50
cents per 100 is the average price, some
extra good flowers bringing more. Iris
and gladioli are now arriving; the latter
sell at $4 and $5. Better business is
looked for next week. Many growers
have already thrown out their plants,
so that the supply will soon fall oft.
Visitors in town were Carl Jurgens
and wife, Newport, and M. B. Bunker,
Boston.
Decorations.
Hugh Graham had the decora-
tions for the McKinley banquet, at
Horticultural Kali, on Saturday last.
The tables were decorated with dog-
v/ood flowerj and roses.
• Jos. Kift & Son had a large dinner
decoration at the Stratford on Mcnd.ay
last.
Society Meeting.
The meeting on Tuesday last was
very largely attended. The Society of
the City Parks Association gave an
illustrated lecture on small parks,
which was much appreciated. This as-
sociation is doing some excellent work
in pushing the laying out of parks and
playgrounds.
At the business meeting John
Thatcher, gardener to Charles Dissell,
Ksq., brought In a plant of Cypripe-
dium Lawrenceanum in a flve-inch pot,
having six blooms; also some flowers of
rarer varieties of cypripediums.
At Dreer's Nurseries.
The establishment of Henry A.
Dreer, at Riverton, is full of activity
at this time. Plant trade has been very
good and the spring trade in smaller
plants is now in full swing, the in-
creased force in the packing house hav-
ing difllculty in keeping up with the
orders. Palms are seen in as large
quantities as ever, and a fair stock of
medium-sized plants was noticed.
Young palms by the million are in evi-
dence. Ferns are gro%vn in larger
quantities than ever, there being near-
ly half a million now awaiting the an-
nual spring shift.
The aquatic department reports a
large increase in sales over last year.
This branch has been largely increased,
several additional tanks outdoors for
hardy varieties having been provided.
MerkelC&Son.
Auction Sales.
Elliott Wm k Suns.. 624
McCarthy N f 4 Co. &2J
Begonllis
Cottage Gardeue 6""
Betscher Bros. 51U
DIeterich OP&Bro. 610
BackhamOA 6U
Bulbxand Roots
Allen Chas H 60
BergerHH*Co.... 60
Bobbink L 0 6U(
ClucastBoadlnglon 606
tlliott Wm & Sons. "'
FauatHQ&Co
(iardlner John & Co
Germain Fruit Co .. .
JooBten OH
Hulseboeoh Bros
MoMUster'rB'bo'. 606
Ouwerkerk P
Pierson F R Co
Bolker Aug* Sons.. 624
Buffalo Cut Flow El 623
DaleH 613
Dumont &Co 632
Ellison Wm 623
Ellis ft Pollsworth.. 611
Fltzg'ldtHammond 622
Fleokensteln Ohaa O 6:t3
Ford Bros 622
Ounther W H 522
Hart Michael A 622
KeuQlcott Bros Co. 62
Purdy ft
ReldEdw
Relnberg Bros
Rogers Park Fl Co
RolkerAft F
Sheridan W F...,
Southern Fruit Cc
Sutherland a A .
Traendly ft Bohon^
Welch Bros
Wors 0. W
Young John
Diililias.
Cottage Gardens .
Knapper Albert.
Dletscb A i
Dreer H A
Gasser, J M
Hltohlnes ft Co 621
LooklandLumberOo 616
Lord ft Burnham Co 621
Steams A T
Wolf A Q fc Br.
Wood Glass Co
Scollay Jno A.
Second Hand.
Geraniums
Amo9 N
Baldwin A J
Benedict Geo H .
Chinnick W J...
Cottage (
Baldwin A J..
Connell Benj.
Cottage Gardens..
607
... 612
Elizabeth NursCo.. 619
EvendeuBros, 517
SeidewitzEA 606
Siebrecht & Son.... 607
Vaugban'sSeedStore 505
Cottage Gardens 507
DeWittPM 611
Dorner F ft Sons Co. 611
Elba ft Pollworth... 617
Emmans Geo M 511
Qrallertft Co 511
Hackett John 4 Co.. 611
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Harrison John..
Hsrr AM..-
Hopp ft Lemke .
Meadow View Oreen-
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Smith W C 508
TaylorE J 611
WeberHft Sons.. .. 511
WhittonftSons 611
Ohrjraantheinums
Beckert T F .'.08
BetscherBros 6J0
Bunting S J 608
Cottage Gardens .^<07
EleeleO 624
ElseU JO 6118
Everstt* Insall.... 617
Hackett John ft Co. .".11
Hoyle A W 611
Hufthes Geo J .'lOS
LodrD B 624
MerkelOftSon 613
Blmpeon Bobt 613
Smith W O 6118
Smith N * Son 608
Wood Bros 608
Coleni
Leai-h J ft W '.'.'.'.'.!'. 610
Long D B 624
McBrideA.. 617
Search W H 608
Bayersdorfer H ft Co 624
CrowlFern Co 623
EllloltWmH 623
Germain Fruit Co... 606
Highlands Nursery. 623
Kelr Wm
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PennockSS
RickaeokerCbasH.-
Schrader Gus
Bader.Jno.,
Baker Chas :
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Jordan Floral Co... 6l»
Pitcher & Manda,
Roehrs Julius ...
Saul Jno Estate •'■19
ScotlJno 617
Slebreohtft Sons... 607
SoCal Acer Ass'n... 619
Van Houtte Louis... 619
WittboldGeo 619
Bchrveria.
OttoQustav 508
Lodder Jno ft Sons. 510
619
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ExcUange
Slafflingor Goo I
Flower Pots,
Ernest W H
Hews A H ft Co....
HIlBneerBros ....
McCarthy N-F. ft 0
617
6u7
de Vocht & de Wilde 5o8
Dietrich C P & Bro. f)lu
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Eveudeu Bros..
Eierltt ft Insall
Mader, P
McBride, A
National Plant 1
North WE ...
Sburtleff JEJi-
VickJt Hill Co.
Weatherby Q W
Whltton ft Sons
For Sale, To Lease. . . 616
Hall Insurance
Florist Hall Ass'n.... 616
Heliotrope
Hughes, Geo. J 608
North WE 617
Hibiscus
Murphey R H 608
Vick&HMlCo 608
Hydrangeas
Benedict Geo H 617
Boemer Fred 508
Bunting 8 J 608
DoyleJ A 613
EvendeuBros .'-17
Hackett John ft Co.. 611
InsectlclUes ami
Fungicides
Joosten 0 H 607
LoulsTllleTob'coCo 621
Skaboura Dip Co.... 621
Stoothoff H A 623
North WE '.... «n
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Aschmann Q 624
Chinnick WJ 517
Cunningham Joe H. 610
Davis A B ft Son.... e\»
Doyle J A 608
ElUs ft Pollsworlh.. 617
Emmans Geo M 611
Everttt ft Insall 617
Falthousen J E ... 608
Fryer E 610
Greene ft tjnderhlll. 5(8
Greene Co. Floral
HarrisO A ft Co U7
Hughes Geo J 608
McBeth T A 608
Bosbach Aft 0 610
Scott John 617
SeawanhakaGrhsps. 607
Shepherd MrsTB.. 506
So Cal Accl Assn ... 610
Stafflinger Geo 524
Wynings B P 610
Wood Bros 518
Mushroom Spawn
Gardiner John ft Co, 606
Scott Jno 617
Myosotls.
Search Wm H 508
Nursery Stock,
"ornamental
Elizabeth Nura Co.. 619
Pullen Alei 619
Storrs ft Harrison Oo 519
Orchids.
Corning E 619
Sander F ft Co 619
Saul John Estate.... 619
:H. A 612
beth NursCo .. 619
ft Pollworth... 617
Emmans, Geo M 611
Evenden Bros 617
Freeman J R 613
Heiss JB 510
Henderson. John Oo. 608
Jackson Sl Perkins
Oo 513
LongD B 624
Merkel ft Son 613
Moore Frank L 613
NanzftNeuner 610
Nafl Plant Co 613
Uak Park Nurseries. 613
Uuwsrkerk P 624
Postma J K 513
Kackham O A 513
KeinbergBros 613
Scott R ft Son 613
Simpson Robt 513
Smith ChasE 513
Smith WO 608
Storrs ft Harrison Go 619
Vaugbans Seed Store 606
Wood Bros 608
Salvia.
McBrlde A..
617
Pansles
Dann J H & :
Schmidt J O i
SolUu 0 ft Oc
613
Krrrl.;eralor
Chocolate Cooler Co. 620
Asmus EJ
Connell Benj
DaleH. .'.'.'.'.'.".".!."!
BeauUeuH 624
Burpee WA ft Go 5ufl
Clucas& Boddlngton 506
Faust H G ft Co 500
Gardiner John ft Co. 606
Germain Fruit Co. . . 5 6
Jennings KB 607
McAllister F E Co.. . 606
Pierson F ROo 60S
Rolker A ft Son 624
Rupp J F 6u8
Schiller J L 606
Weeber&Don 608
Slirabs, Flowering
and Ornamental.
Ouwerkerk P 624
Storrs ft Harrison Co 619
Van Houtte Louis... 619
Smilax Plantn.
BaUerFA 510
Betscher Bros 510
Buntings.! 608
Herr A M 611
Lodder Jno ft Sons. 610
LongDB 624
Relnberg Bros 613
Smith W C 608
Vickft Hill Co 608
Schwleman 624
Sprinklers.
Kings Knight 621
Supplies and
Requisites
Bayersdorfer H ft Co 624
Boston Letter co . . . 52u
Conley John & Son.. 620
Elliott Wm ft Sons. 6u6
Ellison W ' 523
Herrmann A 624
Kasting Wm F 623
Keunlcott Bros Oo . . 623
Kuehn 0 A 623
McAllister F ECo.. 6O5
McCarthy NF SCO.. 623
McKellar O W b%i
Meyer Jno Oft Co.... 62o
Reed ft Keller 62o
RlooM too 62JJ
Rolker A ftSons 62.
SohlHA 62(,
Stefl'ens E 62^
Sutherland Geo A... 623
Welch Bros 62o
Heiss J B 610
SmlthWC 508
Tools, etc.
Esler J O ft A 521
Florists' Shear Co... 621
Jager Chas J Co.. .. 62I
King ft Knight 621
PlerceFOOo 620
Vegetable Plants
HargadineEC 510
Pullen Alei 619
Schmidt. J C& Co.. 610
Bell W T 617
DlUon J L 617
Evenden Bros 617
Wood Bros 618
Vines andClluiDets
Bailer, F. A 610
BollesFA 610
Connell BonJ 619
Dann J H ft Son ... 613
Dietrich C P ft Bros. 610
Drser Henry A 512
Elizabeth Nurs. Co.. 619
Ouwerkerk P 624
Salter W H 617
Storrs ft Harrison Co 519
Vickft HIlIOo 608
Whltton ft Son 611
Violets
Boulon Fd 608
OonneUBen] 519
DeWiltPM 611
ElseleO 624
Merkel ft Son 613
Renard Jos 611
Button BBJr (08
516
The F=lorists* Exchange.
Chicago.
Market Remains Vnchangpd.
The market conditions have not
changed greatly since last report. The
early part of the week stock was very
plentiful and the only way to get rid
of it was to sell low. Every buyer,
with any trade at all, feels like stocking
up and thus it is common to see great
window and street displays these
times.
Long-stemmed Beauty sell on the
streets at ten cents each, or $1 per
dozen: and as the dealers say they
bought the blooms at $4 and $5 per 100,
there is money in them if sold, at least
for the retailers.
Towards the end of the week, espe-
cially Saturday, partly owing to cool
weather again, stock seemed less
abundant, and cleared better at the
wholesale houses, without so much of
a sacrifice, if sales at $1.50 to $2 per 100
for fair tea roses may be looked upon
in that light. The best in the market
are still quoted at $3 to $4, but the sales
at these figures are not large.
The fine old double-red paeonias are
in from the South; also very good iris
and plenty of good out-door valley.
Gladiolus is getting plentiful and sells
75
idall
ceived from a Michigan grower quite a
number of chrysanthemum flowers— a
poor, white and very good golden feath-
ery yellow. The latter sold at $1 per
dozen and several of the retail florists
had them in their windows.
A NoTrl SkipAient.
There was received at C. E. Am-
ling's commission house last week,
from Marceline, Mo., a curious ship-
ment. The flowers were mainly wild,
native blossoms, packed in rustic home-
made vases, which had been made out
of willow branches nicely peeled, 3 to
3% inches in diameter, and sawed to
ZV2 to 4 inches in length. By means of
an auger, each branch had been bored
31^ inches deep and the holes filled with
water, in which were pressed neat lit-
tle bunches of flowers. A handle com-
posed of grapevine was added to the
box, which contained some thirty or
forty of these novel vases.
Death of D. B. Fnller.
Daniel B. Fuller, late florist at
Downsr's Giove, died in this city May
14 and was buried at Aurora May 16.
He was seventy-four years of age. Mr.
Fuller, nearly a quarter of a century
ago, succeeded Desmond & McCormack
on Cottage Grove Avenue and Twenty-
eighth Street, where he for years also
hart a retail store. Twenty years ago
he staited a greenhouse eslaVjlishment
at Downer's Grove, which, as was
noted last week, the deceased had rent-
ed to the Hinsdale "Floral Co. Thus,
at his death, from declining health and
old age, he had retired from business.
Amonic the ttrowera.
August Dressel, of Belmont Ave-
nue, believes his business will show an
improvement over last year by the time
the spring sales of plants are over. His
carnations, which are still healthy, he
considers better payers than roses,
even if prices have ruled low.
Up to February the average obtained
for all flowers sent to the market was
$1.50 per 100. Harrisii lilies were not
very satisfactory. Azaleas sold out, all
but a very few. Bedding and potted
plants sell at low figures. I noticed a
very large batch of fine pelargoniums.
He says the smaller, four-inch plants,
pay better than larger ones.
Samuel Pearce, of Milwaukee Ave-
nue, grows large quantities of bedding
and house plants, the old geranium
being verj' much in evidence.
EDGAR SANDERS.
Augusta, Ga.
We regret to announce the death of
Mrs. Prosper J. A. Berckmans, which
occurred Wednesday, May 13. She was
a very estimable lady and beloved by
all with whom she came in contact.
The Exchange extends its sympathy to
the bereaved family in their sad afflic-
tion.
^ Chadborn's Automatic ^
A V — t'lntrr ^ ,
f CHADBORN, KENNEDY & CO. '
J NEWBURGH, N. Y. '
(■HEN wnmna mcntion tmc florist's exchange
\ Greenhouse Woodwork \
* Open-air-dried Cypress Lumber is more durable, and better suited to #
J Greenhouse conditions, than kiln-dried stoclc. But you cannot get it from ^
? those that are engaged in the business in a small way — even though their >
i entire business is conPmed to greenhouse material — (or it takes a long time \
^ for the lumber to thoroughly dry and this means an investment in lumber ^
^ that only those of large capital can make. The only way to have air-dried J
0 lumber is to buy green lumber and hold it until it dries. Those that order 9
2 dry lumber from the producers of Cypress get kiln-driod stock. It is
4 cheaper for them to kiln-dry than to hold the slock long enough to season
# it in the open air. We carry a large stock and fill all orders with open-air-
W dried Cypress clear of knots, sap and all other defects.
Lockland Lumber Co.
LOCKI.AND, OHIO.
Bvenv FcoRisT* ovcht to
IKSITRE HIS GLASS AOAIKST
HAIL,.
fOHNQ. ESLER.Seo'T. Saddle RlTer.M. J.
WHEN WWITINO MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANOC
HAVE YOUR COLLECTIONS MADE
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271 BROADWAY, NEW YORK.
GLASS
FOR GREENHOUSES, CONSERVATOBIES, GRAPERIES, HOTBEDS AND
FLORISTS' USE GENERALLY. AT LOWEST RATES.
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GLASS!
For Greenhouses, Consenratories,
Graperies, Hotbeds and all other
purposes, at Lowest Rates.
N. COWEN'S SON 392 & 394 West Broadway, New York.
FormerlT 1 S4 and 136 So. Fifth ATenne.
Ott our X^ur»» before buying 6la»». • • • Metimates Treely Giren.
GLASS!
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PERFECT CmZIERS' POINTS
HENRY A. DREER, 714 Chestnut St., Phila., Pa.
GLASS
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GLASS
GRIFFEN & CO.
For aSEENHOUSES. COITSEEVATOBIES
&RAPEEIES, HOTHOUSES AND HOTBEDS,
Agents for CHAMBERS & McKEE CO. Jeannette Brands American Glass.
Importers of French Glass. *Vo''r.*GrMn"oh "« "" NEW YORK.
LASS. .
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Ai It Is put up In the bonae oomplate. We also glre jovl prloei with a guarantee that eaoh
machine sent out will operate your house succesBfnllr. Soli mactalnei now made In two slzei.
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SUMMER IN WINTER
By Uslnar
Standard Greenhouse Boilers
One cent c^ts oar Catalosrne.
GIBLIN & CO., . UUca, N. T.
Sra&s' kprovel Challenge.
bearlns. self-otllnfl; devise,
automatlo stop, solid link chaim,
makes the IMPROVED CHAL-
LENGB the most perfect appa-
ratus In the market.
Write for cataloKue and prlcei
before placing your orders elso*
where,
Quaker City Machine Co.,
RICnMONDt IND.
CYPRESS
IF- YOU ■*VA1WX
A GOOD SASH LIFT
For s Very Uttle Sloiisy Get
For Descriptive C«t«logrue Send to
J. D. CARMODY, Evansvllle, Ind.
IMPROVED CLAZING.
J. M. GASSER'S
PflTENT ZING JOIHTS
For Butting Glass Without Laps.
Makes a Koof Air and Water Ti|?ht. Saves
Fuel. No Brealiag-e from Frost or Medium
Sized Hail. Manufactured by
J. M. GASSER,
101 Euclid Avenue, CLEVELAND, OHIO,
Wholesale and Retail Florist.
■WVrlte for Prices ana Circulars.
, CYPRESS
I IS MUCH Mj>l»g tfyHMW THAW PINE.
SA$H BARS]
^^FEET .XJLEHCTH OK toWGER. ;
IREENHOUSE
AND Of>fER BmtDIWg MATERIAL, i^
S.nAforourlltustraled Booh
CYPjRESB LUMBERAlWfrsUSES."
Send yoi-^r Speci&l Greef■ *5-00.
Madame Salieroi,2K In. pots, $2.00.
Assorted, my selection of varieties, $35 per 1000.
ASTEKS-Comet, Semple's, Perfection, $1.UC
per too.
J. B. SHURTLEFF, JR., Revere, Mass.
WHEN wmn a mention the rtoRisTs- excMtHc.
G ER ANIUMS
Douljle lirant. i hich. fine. In bloom. »6.00 per 100
CoVe'S.''.VroMeo'BeL",'ra'„dVer.cU«freltii
from 2H Inch puts. J2.00 per 100. ,„,
Hardj Phlox In yarletj, Achillea, 'Th.
Pearl, Coreopsif. Lanceolata, fleld-grown
Cannas, Queen Charlotte, Crazy.
Write for Prices.
EVERITT & INSALL, Hackettstown, N. .
10,000 GERANIUMS
Of the best double varieties, in bud and bl<
out of 3 in. pots. $3.50 per 100; §30 per lOOU.
Vinca variegata. Double Ivy Geranii
Mt. Snow Geraniums, |8.50 per 100.
Hydrangea, strong plants, nicely set
bud and bloom, 6 in., $2.50 per doz.
Ceo. H. Benedict, Yorkvllle, N.Y.
WHCN wwmwQ Mcrmow the ru>wtaT8' cxcmanoi
VERBENAS.
Named kinds in tine condition. $3,00 per 100,
from iH in. pots.
PELARGONIUMS.
Mms.Thibaut.Mme.GustavHenrl.Mrae.Vibert,
Mrs. Kobt. Sandltord and Pink Beauty. Fine
plants trora t in. pots, Uc. each ; 5 in. 17c. each.
W. T. BELL, - - - Franklin, Pa.
WHEN WRITIHO MENTIOW THE FtORISTS" E«CHAHe«
— ^SPRIIMC^=—
BEDDING STOCK!
QER^I^IUMS. all colors, best varieties, 4 in. pots.
Coleus, Vinca Vines, AlternanUiera, Feverfew, Rose Gerani=
ums, German Ivy, Mme. Salleroi Geraniums, Double Alyssum,
MyrUe, for graves, etc. Send for large and complete list.
YOUNG ROSE STOCK.
Bride, Bridesmaid, Perle, Meteor, Belle Siebrecht,
Wootton, $3.00 per 100. President Carnot, $15.00 per 100.
CARNATION CUTTINGS.
Garfield, Lizzie Gilbert, Tidal Wave, Goldfinch, Rose
Queen, Wm. Scott, Alaska, Daybreak, Lizzie McGowan,
Silver Spray, $3.00 per 100.
We are HElCQUilliTEItS for GUT FIOWEHS.
Our Supply is Unsurpassed. Shipping Trade our Specialty. We know how to Pack.
ELLIS & POLLWORTH,
Wholesale Exclusively. MILWAUKEE, WIS.
ASTER PLANTS
J. C. SCHniDT & CO., Bristol, Pa.
CLEMATIS
MI33 BATE.MAN-one >
vSurplus Stock.
3000 Geraniums, 4 in., in bud and bloom.
leading varieties, hue plants at $6 per 100.
200 Geraniums, 3)^ In., bud and bloom,
at $:i per 100.
.monthly, 3 In., $5 per 100.
bud and bloom, i%
In., $2.50 per lUO.
300 Hydrangeas, fine phi
200 Hydrangeas, 6 in
looo Cannas, I.x '
Bge, 4 in., $8 per 100.
i .A. Xj 3VC ]
ARAUCARIA EXCELSA
SEEDLINGS
(high, 3
press. Cash with orders.
Southern California Acclimatizing Association
Santa Barbara. Cal.
rtORISTS' EXCHAWCC
PALMS
AND
FERNS.
The LARGEST STOCK in the West.
CHICAGO.
THE n.OBI8T-S gXCHAMUE
Addr
FOR SALE.
I p. O. Box 606. AI.BANV, N.V,
t my Green.
Having disposed of several o
bouses and the remainder being over crowdc
I have decided to offer tor sale the excess, co
sisting of the greater portion and the choice
specimens of my collection for the past
years, either singly or In quantities. They a
all well established, in flue condition, and mar
cannot be obtained in any other collection
America. A printed list sent on applicatio
Sales made at reasonable prices.
E. CORNING.
FINE STOCK of PALMS
Each Doz.
ARECA LUTES ENS,4in.pot« $0 25 »2 76
LATANIA BORBONICA, 4 in. pots!'.:!!! 20 2 00
5 " 60 5 00
6 ■' 75
'* " strong, 6 in. pots,
7to81eaves 1 00
KENTIA FORSTERIANA, 4in. pots.... 30 8 00
6 " .... 66
BELM0REANA.4 " .... 40 4 00
5 " .... 76
FICUS ELASTICA, good stock, from 15c. to $1 ea.
FERNS, well grown, assorted stock, 2M in. pots,
$3.60 per 100. Bedding plants of all varieties
for spring trade. Immense lot of Bulbous
Stock, Plants and Cut Flowers at moderate
prices to the trade.
Cash or satisfactory reference.
JOHN BADER, Allegheny City, Pa.
>i^ll[lDQUlRT[RS m
KENTIA BEL.AIOREANA.
With «, 5 and 6 character leaves, from lHto3ft.
hiEh, »30 00 to 1200 00 per 100.
KENTIA FORSTERIANA.
With 4. 5 and 6 character leaves, from m to 3 ft
hiBh. 130.00 to »126.00 per 100.
LATANIA BORBONICA.
From 1« to 2« ft. hliih, |2S.eO to 100.00 per 100.
cocoa WEUDELIANA.
From 1 ft. upwards. $25,000 and upwards per 100.
ARECA LBTESCENS.
From 1«, 2 ft. and more $35 to $100.00 per 100.
ARAUCARIA EXCELSA.
10. 12. up to 16 inch high, $50.00 to $160.00 per 100.
SWEET BAYS.
Pyramids and Standards, fine shaped trees, from
H.OO to $15.00 per couple.
ASPIDISTRA LURIDA.
Green leaved. $32.00 per lOOO leaves.
Variegated. $75.00 per 1000 leaves.
BEGONIA, Single-Separate Colors.
GLOXINIA ERECTA (Hybrids).
H to I Inch. $10.00, 1 inch and more. $18.00 per 1000
CAMELLIAS, RHODODENDRONS,
LILACS and all other Nursery Scock grown
From uuknoWu correspondents Cash, with
Pacltinir Free.
ROYAL NURSERIES
LOUIS ViN HOOTIE PEUE
Stodli Of late Jolm Saal
COMPRISING
Pots
1600 Corypha AustrallB 4 inch
1500 " " 6 inch
1500 Magnolia Qrandifolia seedlings.... thumbs
150 " •' " 4 inch
150 " " " 5 inch
100 ChamiErops Humilis 5 inch
700 Areca Baueri 3 inch
200 " " 4lnoh
125 " Lutescens thumbs
6(K) Latania Borbonlca thumbs
I'lOO Seaforthla Elegans thumbs
140 Phoenix Dactylifera 3 inch
200 Kentia Forsteriana thumbs
2.50 " Belmoreana Sineh
2.50 " " thumbs
300 " " 6tnch
300 " Forsteriana 5 inch
20(1 " *' thumbs
100 " Canterburyana 4 Inch
500 Araucaria Bidwellii 3 inch
200 Phffinix Uupicola 3 inch
100 " Hecllnata 51noh
76 " Canariensis Sinch
2.50 " " thumbs
25 Caryota Urens 4 inch
luo Pritchardia Filamentosa 6 Inch
And other plants.
<=> FR O l-H I CD ^.
1800 Leella Ancepe, good.
800 Dendroblum Noblle.
75 Cypripedium Insigiic.
30 " Lsevigatum, and general
collection.
Large collection of Aucubas.
300 Large Aspidistras.
300 Nepenthes.
Will be sold In part, or as a whole, for any
moderateoffer, aswe wish to close the business.
Greenhouses for rent. Also large stock of
mental trees, shrubs, evergreens and fruit
which will be sold on the giound.
Address, WM. G. SAUL, Exscutor.
Box 484. MARY G. SAUL, Executrix.
WASHINGTON, D. C.
520
The F=i-orists* Exchange.
^^ succEs.soii TO N-STCEn-EWS
FLORISTS
»E DESIGNS
STANDARD VENTILATING MACHINE.
NONE
EQUAL IT
NOTHING
Flimsy
OH
Complicated
about it.
E. HIPPARD, YOUNGSTOWN. OHIO.
TRADE GREENHOUSES.
THE BEST MADE.
"Florists" Get Your Plans and Estimate from
PLENTY'S HORTICULTURAL WORKS,
148-156 Randolph Ave., JERSEY CITY, N.J.
WHEW WRITIHO WEWTIOH THE FLOBISTS' EXCHANGE
FOR GLAZING GREENHOUSES. SUPERIOR TO PUTTY IN EVERY WAY.
■ cold that a greenhoufle Is constantly Bubjected to botb insldi
permanently elastic so that it Is not forced out of place by ex-
Hou^es glazed v, tth Mastica do not need re-glazing, thus sav-
ng time and expense. With Mastica can "bed-In" or use on the outside, but with a machine only,
Mastica and Itlnsticii Glazins Machine were given
HIGHEST AWARD OF SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AT PITTSBURG, 1895.
Pat up in gallons. $1.00. Half gallons, 60 cts. Quarter gallons, 36 cts.
Mastical Glazing Machines, $1.00 each.
Send (or full descriptive circular and testimonials. AEents in nil the principal clllea.
F. 0. PIERCE CO., Sole Manufacturers, 170 Fulton St., New York.
M
p
p^
jW^ei,
71 -^iinyi^ef bt.
jiTniiTioii, mm
It will be to your advantage to look
into the merits of the Scollay
"Invincible" Hot Water Boiler.
It IS all that its name implies, anit
don't forget it.
Cuts and full information mailed
on application.
JOHN A. SCOLLAY,
74 & 76 MYRTLE AVE.,
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK.
WHEN WRITINa MENTION THE nARISTS- CXCHANCt
Lebanon, Pa.
Mish is picking a grand lot
Ltions from his out-ot-town
'liere he has flrst-class soil,
eties most popular are Thomas
e McGowan. Daybreak
dorado. Ann
among the
Jubilee, El-
and Delia Fox
Reading, Pa.
Hoskins & Gil
contend with thii
phia department
Holland-grown
a bugbear to
in a Philadel-
shipping here
lots of twelve,
ed, for $1.30 per dozen. About
one hundred lots have been disposed of
in this town this season and the legiti-
mate trade has suffered correspond-
ingly. Apropos of this same store,
when last in Philadelphia, I priced
some stock, among it pretty plants of
Pandanus Veitehii and tree rubbers,
and found I could buy them to better
advantage than from the growi
rect: fact.
W. M.
Chambersburg, Pa
Philip Fisher reports a slight increase
in Easter sales. He caters to a good
middle-class trade.
W. B. Reed, while doing considerable
retail business, devotes his main ener-
gies to the mailing trade, having a con-
tract with a large seed house to fill its
plant orders. This is not a very satis-
factory matter, owing to the fact one
must look so far ahead to produce the
vast amount of stock offered in pre-
mium collections, which stock, when
once exhausted, cannot be replaced
that season.
The local press here has done much
to increase the desire for both plants
and flowers, one paper particularly,
The People's Register, devoting consid-
erable space gratuitously for the benefit
of its readers. W. M.
Byer Bros, are building row and will
have completed in two weeks three
houses; one 20x60, one 35x15, and one
10x60, all heated by steam. They use
red cedar lumber and 16x16 double-
strength glass.
Bloomsburg, Pa.
J. L. Dillon reports an exceedingly
good sale of verbenas, of which he
raised a larger stock than usual this
season. He has among a capital batch
of geraniums a fine stock of the beau-
tiful ivy-leaved variety— Souv. de Chas.
Turner— a glowing scarlet, having an
immense truss. About one hundred
thousand carnations are being planted
out. Some forty thousand roses are in
capital condition. The plan is to starve
the plants in two-inch pots, then shift
into three-inch in good soil. This suc-
ceeds well; even Beauty appreciates
this treatment. I notice the grafted
method is being tried to some extent.
Of a large batch of seedling carna-
tions, two— one a grand white, the
other a glowing scarlet— are in high
favor. These will be placed on the
market next season.
The vast number of roses, of which
all are grown in solid beds here, suf-
fered tei-ribly through the disastrous
hailstorm of last fall, and are really
nnly now producing as they should
have done earlier in the season.
In a number of Lilium Harrisii.
which have remained in the same bed
four seasons and were hitherto perfect-
ly healthy, several have developed the
disease so noticeable this season, while
the remainder intermixed among them
show no signs of it, being perfectly
healthy and producing splendid flowers.
Mr. Dillon is of the opinion that treat-
ment is chiefly responsible for this, but
cannol entirely explain the cause.
W. M.
Remedy for Boiler Scale.
The
rious
Tpounds for
moving boiler scale, and common
washing soda is used by many with
good results. A quantity is usually put
into the boiler under mild firing and
permitted to remain from twenty-tour
to forty-eight houi-s to soften the scale,
when the water is all drawn off. and if
the scale is sufficiently softened it is
washed out with the wateii In a hot-
water heating plant the same water
may be used for years afti
is once filled, and there should not be
sufficient deposit from one filling to be
of serious disadvantage. The trouble
may be entirely avoided by filling with
rain water.— Metal 'Worker.
iJOHN GONLEY & SON,
TIN FOIL
■2 ami 4 Duminick Street,
NEW YORK.
CHOCOLATE COOLER CO.,
GRAND RAPIDS, MIOH.
FLORIST'S BEFBIGERITOIIS.
BY MAKING SPECIALTIES
paper/paper BAbrfoOTVpicKS,
WAXED and TISSUE PAPERS, TWINE
H. A. SOHL, 147 E. 42d St., N.Y.
M. RICE &CO.,
Importers and Manufacturers of
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
25 N. 4th St., Philadelphia, Pa.
NEW FALI- CATALOGUE NOW READT
-WELCH BROXHERS,
DEALERS IN
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
iS Province street, I anc-rnn
Wire Designs, Wheat Sheaves, Baakets, Im-
mortelles, Cape Flowers, Cut Flowers, Boxes,
and all other supplies, at prices to meet com-
petition
TELEPHONE. 1782 1 8TH ST.
MEYER GREEN SILKALINE.
SbsI (oi String SUILiZ asd iSriSlSUS.
Bostoo Florist Letter Co.
wholeaaJe florista and supply dealers.
I N. F. McCarthy, Treas. & Hanager.
.."SIiriT. BOSTON, MASS. », „;VJ"„.
I MHCM wnniNa mention the FWRWTV CXCHANCf
The F=i-orists' Exchange.
531
LORD & BURNHAM CO.,
HORTICULTURAL ARCHITECTS AND
BUILDERS,
8XEABI AT>«D HOX "WAXHR HHAXIT^iG BNGX}n Work ship-
x.cd:rid &i
4RCH1TECTURAI. OFFICE, 160 FIFTH AVJ
Factoryi IrTlnffton-on-fl
SNIPS 1"^?^ The best tor florl.sts,
,^OnirO Holds, gardeners, et^-., Iti
Kelley's Florists' Shears
'8UEAB CO., Fremonl, Ohio.
jjentloB papar.
ped ready 1
Iron Frame Benches ^vith the
" Perfect Drainage Bench Tile '
SE?(D 4C. POSTAGE POR IL,I.VSTRATED CATALOGUE.
STANDARD ♦ POTS.
We are now ready to supply a superior
quality of Pots in unlimited quantities.
Catalogues and price lists furnished on
application.
A. H. HEWS & CO.,
NORTH CAMBRIDGE, - MASS.
STANDARD
FLOWER POTS
W. H. ERNEST,
an M, N. E., WASHINGTON, D.
HILFINQER BROS.
STINDIRD FLOWER POTS.
8, CFlluders. elazed
Standard Pol.,
Tase.. Watcti
es. \i Inch hlvh!
: 110 00 per 1000;
B before ordering
HILFINGER BROS., Fort Edward, N. Y.
I SPRAY PUMPS I
I °".'
X CHARLES J. JAGER COMPANY, f
"g 1 74 HIGH ST.. BOSTON . MASS. ^
The Strength of a Child
pushes the "Simplex" Hose Mender Into place.
No tools required.
The Strength of a Horse
i^-lnch or ?X.|nch by mail. lOcIs.
CouplluK. ii3ct8. per.ec.
ELECTRIC HOSE
KING & KNIGHT, 36 E. Wen(!ell Street, Bostor
A GOOD GREENHOUSE HOSE
ng a hose manufactured fn
1 the best material in the market that will gi'
it in 25 ft.. 40 ft. and 50 ft. lengths, at 16 ots. p
required from unUnowo parties.
Address J. Q. & A. ESLER, Saddle River, N. J.
■tSk.Tx€Ls^ic€L I'l.o^%JV^ir
'O'tSS.
Send lor our N.w Prio. List with .slra discount.. All our Foti, from 7 In. .nd npw.idB, baT>
our P.t.nl Elo.l.lor Bottom, which Is a great advantage, as It insnres perfect drainage.
A FIII.1, LINE OF BULB PANS.
THE WHILLDIN POTTEEY CO., 713 to 719 Wharton Street, PHILADELPHIA
nDAMr>ET TTnTTQira. i Kearney and Wefltslde Ares., Jersey City. N.J.
BRANCH HOUSES; } Jackson Ave. and Pearson St.. Lena Island Clty.N.T.
FLOWER POTS-^
We nre Blanufaclurlnc a Fall Line of
STANDARD FLOWER POTS and HANGING BASKETS
OF THE BEST QUALITY.
ShipplOK Facilities First-Class, thereby Securing Lowest Freight Kates.
Our goodo are well packed, and breakage is nominal. Give us a trial. Send for ITice List.
Address THE SYRACUSE POTTERY CO., 403 H. SALINt ST., SYRICUSE, N. Y.
THC FvoRirr-*
irNIKOTEEN
■ZVl 'J^ DOES NOT INJURE SENSITIVE
i?4 K0, PUNTS. USED FOR fUMIGATION
.^y. - Ay- ORSPRAYIMO.INDOORSOBOUT
L^^ _\y " — ^ 200 POUNDS TosAcco IN ONE nm NirarrEN
Price $l.50. ALL SEEDSMEN.
SHEEP FERTILIZER!
PULVERIZED. COMPRESSED.
A Quick Gciminator and Crop Forcer
HiinEAI,. OLOSLESS. CLEAN TO EAUDLE.
JOHN J. PETERS CO., Long Island City, N.Y.
NO »DULTERAT|ON
BONE FLOUR
KO (en
References: Fred. Dorner A Sons Co.,
- ■ 1 H.Taylor,
. Hill & Co.,
'ajelte.lnd.
John H. Taylor, - liayslde. L. 1.. N. Y.
E. ist of Bulbs and Florists' Requisites.
The Scabcura Dip Co., Chicago, Ill.-i
;ular regarding " Nikoteen '' and its use.
Wood Bros.. Fishkill.N. Y. -Trade Lis
discellaneous Plants.
Southern California acclim.\tizing
lOCiATioN, Santa Barbara, Cal.— General Ci
divided into sections, with special tabli
plants suited for dry countries, the coa^t
other useful information, rendering the
logue very valuable as a reference book,
especial feature is the correctness of
THE EXPERIMENT ST A TIONS.
QB accounts of experiineut will
Jhemlcal fertilizers on forcing crops, notes or
usjcts and fungoid pests, and other usefu
iiformation.
GODSEBERBIKS, BEST VARIETIES AND HO«
ro (>ROW Them. Bulletin lU. New York Sta
, Gen
iND Cherry
spray.
SpBATING FOR PLDM
Spot. Tells how often
Bulletin 117, same statioi
Onion Cut Worms. Their Ravages
Treatment. Bulletin 120, same station,
several tests made, the dry poisoned bait
proved most satisfactory— thirty poundsof dry
bran and middlings in equal parts mixed with
one pound of Pari! green.
Box Experime.nts with Phos
Professor L. H. Merrill. Bulletin 34, Maine
State College, Orono, Me.
The Chinch Bua and other Destruclive In-
sects. Bulletin 77, Ohio Experiment Station,
Wooser, O.
Corn.— Cultural investigations, comparison
out. Bu
Bulletin
Bnllclin
^AN JosK Scale in Tli.ino
University of Illinois, Urbana, 111.
Broom Corn Smdt. Bulletin 47, san
Variety Tests OF Fruits; Tests of
table Seeds. Bulletin 44, Hatch Expe
Station, Amherst, Mass.
The Lebser Apple Leaf Folder; The
Leaf Crdmpler. Bulletin 36, Missouri
versity Experiment Station, Columbia, M^
How TO Conduct Field ExpERiMtNTs
WITH Fertilizers -Bv Professor U. C. Cald
well. Bulletin i2g. Cornell, Ithaca, N. Y.
ANALYSES OF COMMERCIAL FEKTILIZEKS.-
By Professor L. L. Van Slyke, Bulletin 116
Geneva, N.Y.
ANALYSES of COMMERCIAL FERTILIZERS.-
By Professor Well, Bulletin 57, Wisconsin
Madison, Wis.
Field Experiments with Corn, Oats, ani
ffoRAGE PLANTS.-By Professois Latia and
Anderson. Bulle in 44, Purdue, Lafayette
E. G. HILL & co-
Wholesale Florists,
L
RICHMOND, INDIANA. *
GROW PLANTS IN
'*Jadoo" Fibre. |
WATER THEM WITH I
♦ "Jadoo" Liquid. ♦
CAPE JESSAMINES, "l.t^,
JOHN MONKHOUSE, Caddo Nur. Jsweila. La
•LORISTS and CUT FLOWER DEALERS
CUT SMILAX.
A. J. BALDWIN, Newark, O.
Galax Leaves.
CHAS. H. RICKSECKER, Linville, N. C.
. FOR FINEST
Galax Leaves and
Leucothoe Sprays,
ALWAYS WRITE THE INTRODUCERS,
Highlands Nursery, Kawana, N. C
Fine Smilax
$15 per 100 strings.
Cash with order, please.
Address
WM. KEIR, Pikesville, Md.
CUT SMILAX
adiantum cuneatum
Ertra flne fronds. «1 00 per 100.
No attention will be paid to orderB not accom-
anied by the cash.
CUSFAVE SCHRADER,
lit Flower Exchaiiec, and llotTniuti itoulvvard.
New York. Nci. town, L. i, N. V.
CUT SMILAX
IS cents per string.
THE NATIONAL PLANT CO.,
FER]\S! FERNS!
#
HARDY CUT FERNS.
dagger. Try us. Wo 1
LAUREL ROPINC
I Considerable Custom
Advertising in your paper has br. URht nie con-
siderable cu» om. J. FOWLER TROW.
MouuUinvllle, N. V.. Oct. 3, 1896.
524
The i=I-ORlSTS* EXGHKNGE.
LARGEST AND BEST STOCK OF
PREPARED CYCAS LEAVES
TO BE FOUPJO AKiVWHERE
Metal Floral Designs, Sheaves, Doves, Baskets, Moss Wreaths, Wheat, Milkweeds,
Cape Flowers, Wire Work, and all Florists' Supplies.
Write for catalogue
Free i
the trade.
A. HERRMANN, 404-412 East 34tli Street (Near Ferry), New York,
METAL FLORAL DESIGNS, Importer and Dealer In FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS ara T»rletle»!Vrom
potg. 12 00 per 100. Mrs. II. RoblnsOQ. 13.00 per 100.
BOUVARDIAS ?T':^^Ttrl,'iS't f.^^ti
12.60 per 100.
Uini CTC California. Marie Louise, single
»'UUC. I O white, from 2H Inch pots, IS.COper
100. Ladr H. Campbell, clumps, 11.00 per 100.
FOR SALE or EXCHANGE.
violets. M. Louise, stronc plants, well-rnoted,
Mc. per 100: H.OO per 1000; California, 76e. per lOOi »6.C0
per lOOO. Smiinx, from 2 Inch pots, »2 00 per 100.
DahUas, double ml.\ed, larpe established Ciumps,
$8.00perl00. A»ler9,SemDl6'sand Snowball. white
and pink, 60e. per 100; 15 00 per lOOO. Wnnteil.
rooted carnation cuttlnRs, Silver Spraj, Scott and
Daybreak. (;p„_ Stallliniter, SprlnnTllle, N. Y.
P. OUWERKERK,
1 123 Summit Ave., Jirsey City, N.J.
Juat received from our Holland
Nurserits :
RHODODENDRONS, AZALEAS,
SPIR£A JAPONICA, LILIUM SPECIOSUM,
PCONIES, BLEEDING HEART,
POT GROWN LILACS, HYDRANGEA IN SORTS.
CLEMATIS and H. P. ROSES, m the best sorta
CINERARIA
PRIMULA %
H. BEAULIEU, Belmcnt Ava., Woodhaven, N,
nixed, trade packe
Trade list free.
It Will Pay You Well to Buy of
GODFRBV ASCHIIIANN,
1012 Ontario St., Blsl&s San, FHtLABBLFEU, Fa.
WHOLESALE GROWER OF
Of May.
Geraniums. Heliotropes, Aeeratun
las. Double White Feverfew
[Prince of Orance). Scarlet Sage. Fu
I. Candytuft. Ten Weeks Stocki
BeKOnia Vernon. $8.00 per '"" '
). Fine,
per 100, taken from
?s, AfieratumB, I
Feverfew. Calendula
,. of Orance). Scarlet " "
Naaturtl
choice,
f lants out of 2^
Little Gem Sweet
Mlpnonette, Convol
Torenia Foarnlerl. Nastnrtl
sies. Coleua (all shades), Ll_
Ivy. Kenllworth Ivy. Dusty Mi
flowerind
100; Lantanas. |7.00 |
$6 CO per 100.
t $3.or
, Lobelia c
. Thunbersli
, Parloi
15c.
Tuberoui
seniperflore
Perledes Jardlns. Bride
strong pit
100; Panda
DraCffina Indivisa. 16c. et
Begonias, 15c. each; Begc
1 pots, with and
loon Vines, the
0 p*r dor.: 2H
25 at 100 rates. Cash with order only.
GODFREY ASCHMANN,
IOI2 Onlarlo St., Rising Sun, ■ ■ PHILA
GYGAS LEAVES AND FUNERAL SHEAVES
BASKETS AND SUPPLIES,
SEEDS 75ND
At wholesale onl;
SPRING BULBS.
apply for lists. Atidress
AUGUST ROLKER & SONS, NEW YORK,
136 and 138 West 24th Street. P. 0. Station E.
ARE NOT COMPLETE WITHOUT
MOSS WREATHS, all sizes. CYCAS LEAVES, fresh lot just
IMMORTELLES, all colors. i°. all sizes.
CAPE FLOWERS, finest in the CALAX LEAVES, green and
market. Strictly pure white. bronze.
H. BAYERSDORFER & CO., 56 N. Fourth St., PHILADELPHIA, PA.
WHIM WBITIMO MENTION THt rtOBISTS' t»CHAWC»
OUR NEW LIST OF SEASONABLE PLANTING STOCK
INCLUDING
ROOTED CUTTINGS l'.^::i^\To^^.Ts: .,».
in ROSES, SMILAX, BULBS,
Etc.
Now ready. Best stock. Low prices. Address.
DAN'L B. LONG, 1'r!>"t.U't'.nr' Buffalo, N.Y.
WHEN WRinWQ MENTIOW IMC WJHISTa' E«CH«HGt
PLANTING STOCK
ALTERNANTHERA. WELLENREITER & SCHWIEMAN,
Gaefa with order.
DAN VERS, II.JL.
t*KS°Sxr '°™- i STRONG SMILAX, at $1.75 per 100.
k,l-.I..N.Y. FARQUHAR VIOLETS, at $2.25 per 100.
HIGH CLASS OF
pflLpis, Htiis. FEinis, DBiJiii anil wmm.
Also the apptirtenances for growing them, consisting of houses,
boilers, piping, pots, horses, harness, wagons, implements, etc.,
etc., also dwelling house, belonging to
JAMES DFt:, of Bay Ridge, N.Y.
who is retiring frr^^ ^ jiness, having sold the ground to the city of
Brooklyn for in|^HK^ents, necessitating his immediate removal.
The stock is^^^^^lent condition. The new tariff will have a
tendency to ma^ this class of goods much higher this fall.
IT WILL BE A GRAND OPPORTUNITY FOR FLORISTS TO STOCK
UP AND IT WILL PAY EVERYONE TO ATTEND THE SALE.
Premises can be reached by boat, via South Brooklyn, or Bridge
and Fifth Ave. Elevated. Catalogues on application.
WEDNESDAY and THURSDAY, JUNE 9fh and 1 0th, at 10 O'CLOCK.
WILLIAM ELLIOTT & SONS, Auctioneers, NEW YORK.
grow into a vigorous plant.
A WEEKLY MEDIUM OF INTERCHANGE FOR FLORISTS, NURSERYMEN, SEEDSMEN AND THE TRADE IN CENERAU
YOL IX. NO. 22.
NEW YORK, MAY 29, 1897.
One Dollar Per Year.
VINCA MAJOR VARIEGATA.
Fine, strong plants, with good vines, 4 inch pots ; excellent for vases,
SIO.OO per lOO.
CHRYSANTHEiHUMS.
INTRODUCTIONS OF 1896.
Alonzo, Henry Hiirrell,
Mo(i93to, Mrs. H»rrv Toler,
Riynor, Naashon, Pluto, Hi
$4 Per lOO.
STANDARD VARIETIES.
Crane, Eai?en'3 Dailledouze, Mi83 AgQes
5l, L'EDtant desDeuic Mondes, Erminilda,
G. Hill, Dean Holp, Ivory,
Louis BiBlimer, Mijir QonnalTon, Mrs.
Louise Dalskov, W. B Dinsmore, Mrs. A.
Mrs. Alpheu9 Hardy, Marian Henderson, Mrs. nisriuooiimm, in
J. E. Lager, Latest Pad, Mrs. George J. .Mai?ee, Marie Louise,
Miituil Friend, Nemesis, Nlveus, MissGeorulana Pitcher. Miss Florence Pullman, Mrs. Geo. M
Pullman, The Queen, H. W. Riflman, Mrs. Henry Robinson, Dorothy Toler, J H. Troy, Mrs. H
MoK. Twombly, Vlviand-Morel, Mrs. Geo. West, Yellow Queen. $3 Per I OO.
HARDY POMPON CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
Tbese Chrysanthemuon, though in no way now,
attention they deserve, especially for planting in priv
flowered varietlea do not mature their flowers before th
extensive trials, securing the best that could be found i
offer them at $3 Per I OO.
ave not received in past years the
te g-ardens, where many of the large-
cold weather sets in. We have made
Europe, Japan and thid country, and
PITCHER & MANDA, Short Hills, N. J.
JOHN N. MAY, Receiver.
CANNAS.
Florence VauKtaan,
mine. Crozy,
Alptioiine Bouvier.
rres Carnot,
Also Robusta, the linest of all the dark.;
1 fine tops, ready for immedia
EKandale,
?g^
ved Cannas for foliage effects.
the following
Eldorado,
Souv. de Atitoii
F. R. Plerson.
Papa
Austria ...
Italia
Burba Ilk.
NOVELTIES at annexed prices, v:z.=
$3.00 per iloz.; $20.00 per 100.
3.00
2.50 " 15,00 "
6.00 •• 4000 ■•
75c. each, 7.50
I pots, $2.50 per doz., $13.00 per 100.
ABYSSINIAN BANANA. transplants. SM.
CALADIUM ESGULENTUM. " °"' '"''
I^;x^^^^ri^7^^ DRACiENA INDIVISA. l^!^^^f^i
vases, for which nothing is quite so well adapted. We can olTer you these as follows : fine
plants, 3 to SVi ft. hiRh, gJ.OJ each ; extra large plants, 3^ to 4 ft. high, $3.00 each.
We have an exceptionally floe stock of large Arecas, ^eplirolepls E:v:altata
Bostonieusis, Paudanus Veltclill, Araucarlas, etc. Win ue glad to send our
Wholesale Price List, giving list of sizes and prices, on receipt of application.
F. R. PIERSON CO.,
TARRYTOWN-ON-HUDSON. NEW YORK.
m BULBS
Verbena Baskets.
strong, well made, with handle
S'2.'25 per 100. Special prices for large
lot?.
Smilax String.
The best String in the market for ...._
purpose. 75e. per box (6 spools, 200
yards each). Special price for large lots.
IRON BOUQUET HOLDERS-
Tulip shape, No. 4, 20 cts.; No. .5, 25 cts.; No. 1, 35 cts. each.
Tulip shape, galvanized. No. 4, 20 cts.; No. 5, 35 cts.; No. 1, 45 cts. each.
Lily shape, No. 0, 80 cts.; No. 6, 30 cts. each.
Lily shape, galvanized, No. 0, 30 cts. ; No. 6, 50 cts. each.
F. E. mcJLllSTEB Tt:S£!
lie60[IM!il.M.
CANNAS,
FINE STRONG STOCK.
started plants. S4.ii0 per 100. Pljinls from pots, Su.OO per lOii. Mme. Crozy, Chas.
Henderson, A. Bouvier, Sunbeams, Egandale, Star of '91, St. Hillaire,
Ami Pichon, Pres. Carnot.
BURBA:NK. Each 75 cts.; 6 for »4.oo.
Austria, and Souv. de Antoine Crozy, $10.00 per 100.
Chas. Henderson, A. Bouvier, Sunbeams, Count H. de Clioiseul,
dormant, at S2.0U per 10(1. F. R. Pierson, $:i.00 per 100.
Mme. Crozy, doniiaut, S3.0U per lUO.
GERANIUMS. A few thousand, 2% inch stock, at $25.00 per 1000.
IVY GERANIUM.
BEGONIA VERNON.
$20.00 per lOOO.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
100 Jean d'Arc, at S2.00,
Fine 2 inch stock, $2..')0per 100;
$2..50 per 100, Ivory, Pink
vorj
Mrs. Porrin, Tlie Queen, Nanshon, Marion Henderson, Mrs. Egan, Wm.
Simpson, Marquis de llontmort, Mrs. .Jerome Jones, Erminilda, Niveus,
(lladys Spaulding. V. Morel, Philadelphia, Daydawn, Mrs. Robinson, Miss
Johnson, Bergmann.
$4.00 per 100, H. W. Rioman, Liberty, Invincible, Pluto, Fitzwygrani,
Lenawee, Autumn Bride, Sibyl Kaye, Indiana, Yanoma, F. B. Hayes, Mrs.
Murdock, Mrs. R. Crawford. Pride of Castlewood, A'lolescent, Riverside,
CARNATIONS. From Son. ninnie Cook, $2.50; Hrs.
Chas. Duhme, $10 00 ; firs (j. H. Bradt, $10.00 per 100.
THE COTTAGE GARDENS
QUEENS, L. I.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS* EXCHANGE
526
The Pl-orists' Exchange.
SEOSOHilBLE SEEDS!
PRIMULA FIMBRrATA
(Chinese Primrose).
Rubra (Red). Alba (Whiti ), Alba Mas-
nliica. Rubra 'Vlolacea, Cblo-n-lck
Red. Meteor, -Vlllagre IMald or
Choice Mixed.
Trade Packages, .^Oc. and »1 00.
CINERARIA
Hybrida Grandlflora choice mixprt.
E:Ktra Fine liwarf Mixed. Grandl-
flora Kermesina, Dbl. Flo-werlne.
Trade Packages, 60o. and SI. CO.
CALECOLARIA
Bybrlda Grandlflora, choice mixed.
Trade Packages, 50o. and 81.00.
WM. ELLIOTT & SONS
NEMr YORK.
WHEW WHITING MtHTION THE FVORISTS' EXCHUNGt
THE JENNINC'S STRAIN
PANSYSEED
NE'^BV CROP. Keady June 16th.
E. B. JEHHIHGS,''°f5r." Southport, Oonn.
OROWER OF THC FINEST PANSIE8.
WHtH WIIITIMQ MtHnOH TMI »1.0RI8T8' tXCHANCT
POTCROWN JJi\.JlL/lA^
Plants &'/i in. pots) in (rood variety, labeled
true, $3.0u per 100 ; $26.00 per 1000.
If you need Dahlias, write us.
A. B. DAVIS & SON, Purcellville, Va.
(Near Washington, D. C.)
Pure White Dahlia,
BRUANTII
is without question tlie best payer for
Florists.
2)4 in. pots per 100 $.5.00
2}^ " perdoz. 1.00
Rooted cuttings per 100 3.00
Other good varieties. . .per 100 5.00
Cash with order, please.
ALBERT KNAPPER,
Frankford, Phila., Pa.
WHEW warriHC mention the rLORigrs' exch».wgc
Prize-Winning
DAHLIAS
AN UNPRECEDENTED RECORD.
23 First Prizes, Certificate of Merit, 2
Diplomas, and highest mention everywhere.
If you want the Very best Dabllas
that bloom, send for our 1897 descriptive trade
list now ready. Address
W. p. PEACOCK,
Dahlia Specialist, ATCO, N. J.
■'"'EN WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
PoEmI'S SUPEir prize PiNSIEsl
" - - ■ i In the World. j^
• leading Novelties^
•) Hlthest Award. International BuhibltlOD, ij
c namburg. 1897. CatalORue free on application. ^
°FRED. ROEMER, Seed Grower,;;;
Quedtlnburg, Germany.
CHINESE PmOSE SEED.
Orders booked 1
NEW flTTCT'DTfl AMR AT can? Fine 4 in. plants, Jl SOperdoi.: $10.C0
CANNAS JtiUolXllA '^"" iiiiOiivfi per 100. Dormant Roots, $6,00 per 100.
NEW TTflTTfl 4 inch, $3.C0 per dozen. Also Wlntzer's New Pedigree
CANNA X±JX2J±a. canuas, pbiladelpbia. Maiden's Blnsb, Pillar of
Fire, Golden Pearl, Trlunipb and Sunset, i he 6 for $3.2,5. New Double
Rudbeckia, Golden Glow, 2H inch, $«.C0 per 100. New Logan Berry, ecod
2i-> inch plants, $1.00 per dozen; $6.00 per 100. Stra-w berry-Raspberry, $3.60 per lio.
Japan Golden Mayberry, New Cbinese lantern Plant, &c.
send for Price tist. ALFRED F. CONARD, West Grove, Pa.
$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $
LILIUM LONCIFLORUM.
....JAPAN CROWN.
Crop is going to he short.
orter and Exporter of OM.Y
iiallty of Florists' supplies.
JERSEY CITY, N. J.
$ $ &
QUEEN
CHARLOTTE
oITe CANNAS
From 4 inch pots, at $6 00 per 100.
ALPHONSE BOUVIER, MME. CROZY, CHAS. HENDEFSON,
From 4 inch pots, at $5 00 per 100.
VARIEGATED VIIVCAS.
strong plants, from 4 inch pots, 8 cts.
CALADIUMS
P D I U r T in trenches, 2
rniVtl, $3.00 per 100.
AMPELOPSIS VEITCHII, f^?,?"
THE ELIZABETH NURSERY COMPANY, ELIZABETH. N. J.
WHEN WRITING MCNTIOH THE rLORISTS' EXCHANGE
LOOK! LOOK! LOOK!
Up to J U N E 1 5th only we book for June-July Delivery.
FBEESm BEFSHGTB HLBP.
GOOD FLOWERING BVLBS.
Eitra Offer in Palm Seeds up to June IStb.
Pbcenis canariensis 40 3 26 10 00
Improved LITTLE GEM CALLA.
Praallest size bulbs produce flowers.
1 ;4->i inch diameter $2.00 per 100 i $15.00 per 1000.
I iJ_i .. 4.00 ■■ 35.00
1 incli to IH inch, per 10, $'3.00.
a-i
PRICE INCLUDES DELIVERY. B Per Con*. Discount allowed on orders with Cath. Send
for new Price List of Calla Lonaiiflorum. and all other California, Japan, French and Dutch
Import Bulbs for Summer and Pall delivery. Address
H. H. BERQER & CO., San Francisco, Cal.
CINERARIA f-d? p«ruet"t
PRIMULA rdmi^'xr'kt'fLff^,
H. BEAULIEU, Belmrnt Ave., Woothsven
SUMMER~FL0WERIN6
^BULBS.^
CH1$. H. ILllN, Flirai Part, N. V.
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SEEDS for Profit
. iSFSwcctPcasi
T Wholesale Catalogue on application. S
I WEEBER & DON, ^Z%^:rJ'.T i
J 1 14 Chambers St., New York City. ^
Gladioli, choice miied $0 85
Madeira Vine Koota 75
Taberosfa, Pearl.lJ«6)^ tO
Oxalie. finest mlied 50
Caladinni, medium 3 00
laree 6 OO
Dnblia. miied colors , 5 00
SWEET PEAS. Eckford's mixed, per lb. ... 20
H.^fi. FAUST &CJ]^.W^^^^^
ALL BULBS MB PLINTS
For Summer and Fall Delivery, Quoted
at Very Low Rates.
FRKE ON BOARD CARS OR BOATS
NEW YORK CITY.
HDLSEBOSCH BROS., Englewood, N. J.
WHEN WRrriNG MENTION THE TLORISTS' EXCHANGE
HEADQUARTERS FOR
GallasaqoFreeslaBulDs
PAMPAS PLUMES,
Palm, California Tree and Flower Seeds.
Please let us book your orders for
BULBS at once
ASK FOR SPECIAL PRICES.
GERMAIN FRUIT GO. Los Ancreles, Gal.
EXCHANGt
clcEon., . . .60
0 S.60 ».0I
plcola,' ". '. '. '. '. • '. 1.00 7.60 SOiot
eleirnnA, l.OO 7.60
AnDuraicuK pluiiiasu.nnnn>(true), 1.60 12.60 3.i.00
DracKDii liidlvUa llncata, 60cts.perO2
J. L. SCHILLER, Rutherford, N. J.
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The F^i-orists' Exchange.
527
SEED HIDE HEPOHT.
Polata and Informfttlon from Beedamen, and all
Interested In this oolumn, soliolted. Address
Bdltor Sbbd Tradh, care of Florists' Ex-
OHANGB, p. O. Box 1697. New York.
Punitive Damages. — The United
States Court of Appeals has affirmed the
judgment entered on a verdict recovered
last June by Theodore Outerbridge, Ber-
muda, against R. F, Downing & Co., cus-
tom house brokers, New York. The cir-
cumstances connected with the case were
given in our issue of June 20 last. The
jury's verdict was for Sil,535.
Death of Sninnel ."(Vilson. — Samuel
Wilson, Mechanicsville, Pa., died on
Sunday, May 23, aged 73 years. Mr.
Wilson had been in the seed business
for a number ot years, having, prior to
embarking in same, been purchasing
agent for the Grange. His ancestors
came from Yorkshire, England, in
16S3, and settled in Bucks County, Pa.
Ot late years his business had not been
very successful.
St. Panl — Field corn for seed pur-
poses is in great demand in the North-
west and trade in this article is re-
ported very brisk by local dealers.
Filling in orders for vegetable seeds
have also been good, and as far as
quality is concerned the ye'ar's bu'Bi-
ness is reported very satisfactory.
Agricultural Implememts — Before
the United States General Appraisers
at New York, April 28, 1S97, in the mat-
ter of the protest of P. H. Christie
against the decision of the Collector of
Customs at New York, N. Y., the fol-
lowing opinion was given by Wilkinson,
General Appraiser: "The merchandise
is a turnip cutter. It is claimed to be
exempt from duty under paragraph 591,
act of August, 1S94, on the ground that
it belongs to the class of agricultural
implements named in the paragraph.
We hold that no agricultural imple-
ments are entitled to free admission
under paragraph 591 except those spe-
cincally named. As a turnip cutter is
3f thes
the
under paragraph
European Notes.
I.ate and Light HarTest Anticipated.
The cold spell still hangs round
and checks every tendency to exuber-
ant growth either in annual or biennial
crops. We have made up our minds
for a late harvest all round and a
lighter one is inevitable as the months
roll on. This is true both of northern
and southern Europe, for the Mistral in
the south is rapidly undoing all the
good done by the warmer weather ot
March. One exception is to be found in
our pansies. which have never been
finer than they are this year. Many of
the blooms measure from 3 to Z% inches
in diameter and the form appears to be
more perfect every year.
About Panfilea.
Quite an interesting study is the
development of the modern pansy. In
1730 Robert Furber issued his elaborate
colored plates ot the various plants he
had to sell and the best of his pansies
only measures % inch in depth and %
inch in width; the colors varying very
slightly from those of the wild variety
found in Western Europe. Another ten
days will settle the fate of the pansy
crop and that of many other biennial
flower seeds.
lilraa Brans Find Ready Sale.
As regards garden seeds the scar-
city of gireen vegetables reported last
week has paved the way for the intro-
duction of dry lima beans, which, under
the name of butter beans, have found
a ready sale and been highly appre-
ciated. In future years the ordinary
Haricot beans will find a powerful com-
petitor in this new-comer.
The extraordinary sale ot beans re-
ferred to early in April still continues,
and prices have advanced fully 30 per
cent, during the past two weeks.
EUROPEAN SEEDS.
Against Free Seeds — Secretary Has-
tings, of the Florida State Horticul-
tural Society, has forwarded us a copy
of a resolution passed by that society
condemning the free distribution of
seeds by the government, as now con-
ducted, and recommending that Con-
gressmen use their efforts to have the
appropriation now made for this pur-
pose applied to the scientific work of
the Department of Agriculture in in-
vestigating diseases and insect enemies
ot plants grown for commercial pur-
poses throughout the United States.
We heartily recommend the action of
the Florida State Horticultural Society
to other State societies and trust they
may see it to their advantage to go and
do likewise. In no better way could
the voice and sentiment ot the promi-
nent horticulturists of the country be
presented to the consideration of Con-
gressmen and the utter uselessness and
undesirability of the free-seed scheme,
so far as it relates to culvitators, be
laid before our law makers.
Seed Growlnsr and Selling Fifteen
or twenty years ago it was hard work
to produce seeds. To-day it is hard
work to dispose of them. Twenty years
of experience has enabled all growers
to increase their yield. It has also dou-
bled up competition. Breadth ot acres
and new localities have increased faster
than the demand. But greatest of all,
the cheap labor of foreign countries
has enabled foreign houses to com-
pletely monopolize our trade; hence the
statement that it costs about as much
to sell seeds to-day as to produce them.
Dealers as well as growers are suffer-
ing from this cause.
As the American Seed Trade Associa-
tion meets soon in Washington, should
not every one that is a member (and
all that are interested in seeds should
be) attend that meeting and make it
the association's first business to urge
Congress to sustain the House bill as it
relates to seeds, thereby showing that
we are interested enough in our pursuit
to retain an industry well adapted to
our climate, and one that belongs here?
EVERETT B. CLARK & SONS.
Philadelphia.
At the trials of American implements
just held at Bourges, the only French
government trials held this year, S. L.
Allen & Co., manufacturers of agrloul-
tural implements in this city, obtamed
first prize (gold medal) on their Planet
Junior Horse Hoes and Cultivators, af-
ter complete dynamometer tests, eight
competitors being in the field.
CATALOGUES RECEIVED.
P.J Berck:
regard to Ev
and nursery t
Thomas S.
Peach, and other fru
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PEACH m PLUM TREES ..eE^v^e^I'i^'st.
, orchards. Have the new
Triumph, Greensboro, and Sneed fruiting,
be supplied '
arbank, Chabot. Satsui
>o the new Red Jiiue and Wickson in good supply.
Usual supply also of Aspnraeiis Rootfi' to offer.
AL€XANDER PULLEN.Milford Nurseries. Milford, Det.
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CLUCAS & BODDIMTON CO,, |
J Importers, Kiporters and (irowers' Asents of S
I Plants, Seeds and Bulbs, |
I 501 and 503 W. 13th St., |
S Telephone Call. 403 IStI, St. NEW VOHK CUV. ?
■ shipment i
"WLere arti-
ficially heated tanlcs are used, ttiey should be
planted at once. l)ut in non-heated tanljs.
planting should be delayed until the weather
becomes tlioroughly settled and warm. We
can also still supply a full line of all other
VAUGHArS
We are now booking Import orders for
FlOIisrs FOIGlDJl SIDGK.
Write for Prices.
VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE,
NEW YORK. CHICAGO.
General Catalogue: Gameq Guide
FOR THE SOUTH
Comprising Summary Description, Degree ot
Hardiness. Hints to Culture, of 15C0 Sorts of
Plants. New Enlarged Edition. 93 pages.
Southern California Acclimatizing Association,
UHEN WHfr'NO MENTION THE PCORI«TS' EXCHANG
500 LATANIA
We offer our own grown stock of
LATANIA BORBOMCA, having 6 to 8
leaves, 1st size, $1.).00 per doz.; 2d size,
$12.00 per doz.
JORD&N FL0R4L ZVTJl'X' St. Louis, Mo.
VEGETABLE PLANTS
Broccoli, White Cape 25
Lettuce 15 100
Celery, thinnings 15 100
l>epper 25 2 00
cauliflower. Snowball 35 3 00
TBADK PRICE LIST FREE.
Send Stamp tor Siimples.
E. C. HARGADINE, Felton, Del.
WMEiM WRrriNO MENTION THE FLORISTy EXCMAWCI
FINE STOCK of PALMS
ARECA LUTESCENS, 4 in. pot* $0 25
LATANIA BORBONICA, 4 in. pots'. ! ! . . . 20
FERNS-**
Pterls Serrulala, Ptcris Crellca alba,
•* " Densa. " Adiantordes,
" " Magnifica* Aspidlum Tenemensee,
Onychium Japonica.
$3.50 Per 100. CASH WITH ORDER.
CHA8. F. BAKER, Utlca, N. Y.
VEGETABLE PLANTS.
JeraeT Wakefield. I'^ar'y Summer and Red Cabbace,
tl.OOper 1000. CouliOower (Snowbill). M.50 per
1000, ready to plant out in field. Celery, White
Plume and Golden Self-Blancbine, 11 OO per 1000.
J. C. SCHMIDT & CO.. BrI.tol, Pa,
CELERY
Plants Now Ready
$1.40 per 1000.
special Low Ex. Rates Guaranteed.
PETER J. SCHUUR, Kalamazoo, Mich.
VEGETABLE PLANTS
CASH WITH ORDER.
SHIVILER. & STAGGER,
NEWARK, DEL.
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♦ Headquarters for T
fPalms and Decorative Msi
♦ RUTHERFORD, N. J. ♦
i p. 0. Address, • Carlton Hill. N. J.J
VEGETABLE PLANTS
CABBAGE— Henderson'sSucceision, Early
Flat Dutch, I.upton, Autumn King.Bur|>ee'fl
Sure Head. Late Flat Dutch, Premium Flat
Dutch, Late Drumhead, Mammoth Roclc
lied and Drumhead Savoy. Field grown;
15c. per 100 ; $1.00 per 1000 ; $8.60 per 10,000.
XOMATO-Royal Bed, Stone and Paragon,
15c. per 100; $1.00 per 1000.
EGC, PEPPER AND SNO'WBAI,!,
CAVI.lEI.O'WEll. plants, 26c. per 100;
$2 00 per lUOO.
CELERY— Dwarf Golden Heart, Golden
Self Blanching, Giant Pascal. New Hose,
White Plume and Giant Parque Oeleriao.
l.-,c. per 100; $1.00 per 1000; $8.50 per 10,000.
We are headquarters for all Itinds of Vegre-
table Plants. Anything you want not
liere mentioned send for price list. We make
1 cabbage and celery in
100,0
I lots.
Casta with order.
R. VINCENT JR. a SON, White Marsh, Md.
" '• strong, 6 in. pots,
KENTIA^FORSTEWANA, 4 in.' pot's ".■.■.'. 30
" BELMOREANA, 4 •• 40
5 " .... 75
FERNS, well grown, assorted stock, 2J4 in.
$3.60 per 100. Bedding plants of all var
for spring trade.
CYCLAMEN PERSICUM, Irnm V/i in. pots,
Cash or satisfactory reference.
JOHN BADER, Allegheny City,
Pa.
BULBS AND ROOTS CLOSING OUT AT GASH BARGAINS.
100 1000
looo Excelsior Dwarf pearl Tuberoses, 4-6 inches $6 00
looo Gloxinias *%^ ^0 00
500 Double Bejtonlas, scarlet, pink, yellow or white »""
1600 Sinjtle Bejjonlas. scarlet, pink, yellow or white >» "» '\^
1000 Gladiolus Brenctaleyensls, Bne scarlet ]^ B ""
%oo Madeira Vine, strong roots Dili''*
I^llluin Auratum, "-9 inches.
500
500
250
200 Crlnum Americanum....^..^.....^.^...^ .............. - ^^ ^
100 Clematis Coccinea * ^
100 " Crlspa ■• ••• 600
Cycas Rcvoluta, lnr.re stems fro,,, «! to 70 lbs., per lb.^.^^._.;^._.8o. ^^ ^^
200 pa;onla Roots, undivided, stronK, pink
FOSTITE,'*"^ ""•«*«
C. H. JOOSTEN, .t:,?.V\V.L 193 Greenwich St., New York.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE n.ORIST8- tXCHANOt
528
The F=i-orists' Exchange.
BOSEii.
Preparing for Planting.
For the next three or four weeks
planting for next winter's cutting: will
claim our attention. How it should be
done has been written about at vari-
ous times, and seems to have left little
more to be said about it. Still, in my
travels, I notice a good many (small
growers, especially) who lack a syste-
matic plan, which would not only
greatly lessen the hard and hot work
incurred, but give better results at the
end of the season.
The first thing we do is to clay or
mud the roof; this makes it much more
congenial for the workmen under the
roof and the material is very easily
washed off with the hose, when not
needed.
The wire stakes are next taken out
and tied in bundles; old plants cut off,
carried out and burned; old soil re-
moved and the house thoroughly
cleaned of all rubbish and washed. Re-
pairing or putting in new benches is
then in order, and it is very important
to see that they are perfectly level, for
it is next to impossible to water prop-
erly a table that is not level, especially
when water has to be used sparingly.
In former years we always used lime
water well brushed into the bottoms of
the benches for their preservation, and
for the outsides and walls quicklime
and sour milk; the latter combination
making the substance stick like paint.
Since reading Mr. Darlington's article
on sulphur for mildew and rot I have
come to the conclusion it has many
points to commend it and shall not hes-
itate to use the sulphur on the outsides
extensively.
To prevent the soil from falling
through the cracks when filling the
benches straw is laid over them. The
side boards are all at an even distance
from the bottom of the bench, which is
four Inches in depth, and we find it a
very easy matter to level off the soil
when the benches are full.
There are many ways of bringing in
soil practiced, probably the most com-
mon being by the hand barrow. My
experience is that this work is easier
and quicker done with a wheelbarrow;
that is, providing the doors and every-
thing else are convenient for this
method. "We use a movable gangway
from the door to centre tables on which
to do wheeling. The work of empty-
ing and filling a house of soil is very
laborious,-and takes considerable time.
On a retail establishment, at this time
of the year, it is very unwise to put our
skilled workmen at this work when we
can get laborers to do it just as well, if
not better, at a much lower cost. There
is nothing saved in waiting until we
ourselves have the time. There is no
question that the sooner planting can
be finished the quicker and better will
the returns be. For the next ten weeks
a rose will acquire growth in one day
that will take it three days to acquire
later on.
Quite a number of growers firm their
soil either before or after plant-
ing. I used to be a disciple of this
plan, but for the past two years have
had better results by not doing so. It
may be well to firm a light, porous soil,
but mine is very heavy and adhesive.
My reason for not packing the soil is
that I find it takes the water more uni-
formly; whereas when it was firmed
and on the dry side, in places it became
so hard that it was a very difficult
matter to moisten it properly to the
bottom.
In one of my previous notes I men-
tioned the gratifying results I had had
through using a different soil for cer-
tain varieties. If any grower has been
anticipating a trial change, now is the
time to do it. The soil question, in my
mind, is a very serious one. Without
a suitable soil the very best and most
conscientious grower will be put to a
great disadvantage compared to one of
less experience with the right kind.
This year we will be compelled to get
soil from another source for next sea-
son's use, so we have already some
plants potted for trial in soils that can
be procured. Manure is also added—
from one-fourth to one-tenth— to deter-
mine the quantity most beneficial.-
H. H.
BRIDESMAID.
FRANK L. MOORE. Chathan
ROSES, GERANIUMS, COLEUS
Carnations all planted out and sold; will have
fine stock of field plants in the Fall.
Strong 3 inch plants of Bride and Brides-
maid Roses, ready to plant. $5.00 per 100.
Ceranlums. 2 in. pote. »2.00 per 100; 3 In. pote.
$*.00 per 100. Aiternantheras, red and yellow,
2 in. pots. tJ.OO per 100. Coleus, no mealy bun. Ver-
aohaireltii and Golden Bedder. rooted cuttinca, Kc.
per 100; 2 in. pots, 12.00 per 100. Cash or satisfactory
CEO. M- EMMANS, Newton, N. J.
FOR SALE
Bride and Bridesmaid Roses,
In 2 and 2^^ In. pots, at »2.00 per 100, or
Will rvnhanno for La France. Hermosa Gen.
mil CAUIIdliyt; jacqueminot, or Sword FeroB.
RUTTLE BROS., Covington, Ky.
WHEW WBIT1WG MtNTlOW THE ftORiST 8 EXCMAWOe
ROSES. ROSES.
SOO American Beauties from 4 in. pots,
extra fine, A No. 1 plants, $13.00 per 100, or the
lot for $90.
Cash or satisfactory reference must accom-
pany order from unknown correspondents.
Samples sent. Address
Oak Park Nurseries, Patchogue, L. I.
LOOK HERE
The following plants are in Al condition.
K08ES, out of 2 in. pots. Bridesmaid and Bride.
«2 50 per 100; 120.00 per 1000; Meteor, 13.00 per 100;
niarie l.iOu1se Violets, rooted runoerB, 50c.
per 100 ; »5 00 per 1000. Terms Cash or C. O. D.
C. MERKEL & SON, Mentor, Ohio.
«HEH WBinWQ MEWnoH THE >U>RI»Ta' EXCHANGE
PERLE ROSES.
3 INCH POTS.
$S.oo per Hundred. Casta.
EDWIN A. SEIDEWITZ,
36 W. LEXINGTON ST., BALTIMORE, MD.
WHEW waiTINO MENTIOH THE rU)HI8T8' EXCHANOt
TEN DEGREES BELOW ZERO
without Injury by i
UUiorlWEtU
A flardr Yellow Cllmbiuff Rose
mmensely i
Aelaia ie, therefore,
introduction,
[50 BIoBHoms in a Bunch
bavefrequen
Yello
produced by
naBinesame mannt
biK cIusterBae does t
3ich it is a splendid
biy related. The col
fragrant
labit of .
establlBhed plants making shoots eight to
Rambler 1
decided '
very fra.
The habit of Krowth
■ ibllshe' • ■
^hlghi
vigorous
THALIA or WHITE RAMBLER
Pure white; same style and babit as Aglaia
WE WANT EVERY FLORIST
to handle these three roses among his c
WE WILL SEND FREE OF CHARGE
a beautiful coloritype plate llIuBtrating ilie
Aglaia. toeetber with 100 handsome descriptive
them. Send at once.
Price for strong plants from 2y^ inch pots,
$15.00 per 100. Send for our Trade
Lists of other Hoses and General Stock.
JACKSON S PERKINS GO. Newark, New York
Grand flesults.
Your paper gave grand results from its use la*
oason.^fK 0. E. WELD.
BoBlindale, Mass., Sept. 7, '96.
NEW HYBRID TEA R05E.
Souv. du
President Carnot
ADMIRED BY EVERYBODY.
Of beautiful shell pink color. Nothing like it
among forcing roses. Every one should plant it both
for in and out-of-door culture. Strong, healthy plants,
out of 2v, inch pots, now ready.
Price, $3.00 Per Doz.; $15.00 Per 100; $125.00 Per 1000.
60 at 100 Rates.
500 at 1000 Rates.
$20.00 ptr 100 out of 3 inch Pols.
ERNST G. ASMUS,WestHobokefl,N.J.
WHEN WRITIHQ MENTIOH THE TLORISTS'
NEW ROSE,
T
Strong, healthy plants, from 21/2 inch pots,
$15 per 100; $125 per 1000. Ready now.
MAGNA GHARTA ind ULRIGH BRUNNER
Strong plants, from frame, in 6 inch pots. Will flower last
of May or beginning of June. $20 per 100.
IRISH ROSES.
We are the sole agents in America for Messrs. Alexander
Dickson & Sons, of Belfast, Ireland. Their Irish Roses are the
best stock imported into this country, and Florists desiring high
grade Roses for next Fall delivery should write us for varieties
and prices.
ROBERT SCOTT & SON,
19th and Catharine Sts., Phila., Pa.
WHEN WRITING MENTION T
The Plorists* ExcHy?NGe.
529
THE NEW
ROSE
PRESIDENT CARNOT
FROM 2 1-2 INCH POTS.
EXTRA FINE STOCK.
$15.00 PER 100; $125.00 PER 1000.
READY NOW FOR DELIVERY
•t-
^ Mosella, " Yellow Soupeit," 3^2 inch pots $5.00 per 100 ; |40.00 per 1000 ^
^ rink Soupert, 21^ inch pots 5.00 per 100 ; 40.00perl000 t
^ Climbing^ 'Wootton, a very vigorous climber, a sport from Wootton, ^
S perfectly hardy in this latitude |10.00 per 100 ; $70.00 per 1000 i
l LIVISTONA ROTUNDIFOLIA, 3^^i-i>p°'«^"<">p- «« t
-t-
ROBERT CRAIQ, 49th and Market Sts., PHILA., PA.
N WRITIN'S MENTION THE FLORIST'S EXCHANGE
ROSES
Fine strong healthy stock, 2 inch and
3 inch plants.
CUT ROSES and CARNATIONS always
in stock.
H.DALE, - Brampton, Ont.
PHILADELPHIA ROSES
Strictly tirst-class, clean stock, in ,; inch pots.
. . . Beauty, Meteor, Bride, Bridesmaid . . .
MYERS & SAMTMAN, Wyndmoor, Chestnut Hill, Phlla., Pa.
ROSES.
Fine Roses from 2H inch Pots.
Bride
Bridesmaid
Meriuet
Meteor
Mine. Hoste
TEblMS: Cash with orde
Per 100 Per 1090
.93 oo »25
. 3 oo 2S oo
. 3 oo 25
. 3 oo 25
. 3 oo 25 oo
CHAS. E. SMITH,
MENTION THE FLORISTS'
2000 YOUNG ROSES
700 BEAUTY, 4 inch.
lOOO 'MAID, 2% inch.
lOOO BRIDE, 2% inch.
500 G. GATE, 2% inch.
750 LA FRANCE, 2y, inch.
J. R. FREEMAN,
612 13th Street, WASHINGTON, D.C
WMCN wflrriNO mention the florists exchange
50,000 BRIDE iND BRIDESMAID! mi
EXTRA FINE.
i large aVo inch GERAINIVBIS,
TERIMS CASH.
THE NATIONAL PLANT CO., Dayton, Otiio.
ROSES.
CARNATIONS.
100 ICIOO
4000 McGowan $2 00 $10 00
4000 Wm. Scott 2 00 10 00
lOOO Alaska 2 00 10 00
5000 SMILAX 15 00
600 ASPARAGUS PtUMOSA
IS ANA, .Sin. pots. $15.00 per 100.
SWAINSONA, 2 in. pots. $2.00 per 100.
CHRVSANXHEMUMS. best varieties,
$2 00 per too.
lit business. Positively cash with all orders.
P. OUWERKERK,
1 1 23 Summit Avi., Jarsay City, N.J.
Just received from our Holland
Nurseries :
RHODODENDRONS, AZALEAS,
SPIRCA JAPONICA, LILIUM SPECIOSUM,
P)EONIES, BLEEDING HEART,
POT GROWN LILACS, HYDRANGEA IN SORTS
CLEMATIS and H. P. ROSES, m th« beit sorti
PRIOES MODERATE.
WM. C. SMITH, 61st and Market Streets, Philadelphia.
Fin© Healtlisr Stools: of
MUl 'liiaiiis, . .
. . tm, loeieois,
JOHN HENDERSON CO.
Flushing, N. Y.
Sterling American Novelty, the
WHITE COGHET
Is a sport from Maman Cochet, which Is
considered ni.w the best pink out-ut-
doorrose. It has ail the good qualities
of its parent; its color is pure white in
Winter, outside petals slightly tinged in
Summer; and no doubt it will prove the
best white out-of-door rose up to date.
All Orders Hut it Accompanied witb Ciah.
J. COOK,
318 CHARLES
Baltimore, Md.
. . . YOUNG ROSES . . .
Fine stock, ready for immediate planting.
CAROLINE XESTOUT and METEOR,
4 inch pots, |8.00 per hundred.
CMRYSAITXIIEI^XJI^S.
The best Commercial varieties, SJ^ in. pots, .13.00 per 100; 3 in. pots. |4.00 per 100.
ROBBRT SIMPSON, Jackson Avenue,
Xlie John Reid Estate. JERSEV CITV, J«. J.
REINBERG BROS.
strong, rj f^ C r O f^'"'"" ^^^
Healthy ll W O L O inch pots.
GOLDEN GATE. PERLE. BELLE SIEBRECHT. METEOR, BRIDE. BRIDESMAID, KAISERIN,
LA FRANCE. TESTOUT, $;• 5U pt-r Inn ; $:;0.1UI per KWI. No orders for less Iliun 100 of one
variety lu-copted. We are the largest Hose flowers in the tlniled States, and can till nl
orders with the very best stock.
Reniember our stock took First Prize at the CIiicaKO Flower SIiow
•CARlNrAXIOlSrS ••
STORM KING. SILVER SPRAY, WM. SCOTT. LIZZIE MoOOWAN. LIZZIE GILBERT. ROSE
QUEEN. $1.(111 pin- 100; $».00 per 1000. No orders for less than 100 of any one variety accepted.
Special Priced on large lots. The above stock is well rooted and free fioni rust.
SMILAX, 21^ inch pots, $1.1)0 per hundred.
51 WABASH AVENUE, - - - CHICAGO, ILLS.
FlCiRIST'S EXCHANGE
SURPLUS RUSES
500 Kaiserin Augusta Victo
Mnie. Jos. Schwartz
Golden Gate
20O Climbing Perle .
200 Cornelia Cook.,
200 Marie Lambert
200 Bougere. ,
. Eti.'
200 Mme. OlK
200 Henry M. Stanley 2 SU
200 Agrippina 2 60
200 Appoihne 2 50
lOnO Yellow llaml.ler 5 00
800 Pink liamblcr B «)
,500 White llanibler 10 00
8000 Marcchal NicI 2 50
3000 Gloirede Dijon « 50
600 Solfaterre -'50
500 Lamarque J 5"
300 Fortune's Yellow - 50
MOSS ROSES.
Mousseline, Henri Martin, James Veitch.
Capt. Itiisioger, niancbe double. Laneii
Moss, Mme. Koohelambert, Glory of
Mosses, Alice Leroy, Prolific or Gracilis. 3 00
POLYANXHA ROSES.
MUo. Cecil llrunner.Oeorge Pcrnet, Perle
d'Or, Mignonette, PinkSoupert 3 00
NANZ&NEUNER
LOUISVILLE, KY.
«Mcn wnmna mention the nxwnra- rxcHANoe
630
SEMPLE'S ASTERS
Pink and White, $3.50 per 1000. (Pink limi
A. & G. ROSBACH. Pemberton, N. J.
The I=i-orists' Exchange.
Surplus Stock.
3000 Geraiilniiis, 4 in.,inbuil and bloom,
lending varieties, tine Dlants at $6 per 100.
zoo Geraniums, 3i^ in., bud and bloom,
at $3 per 100.
1000 Roses, raontlily, 3 in., 85 per 100.
200 Geraniums, Mme. Pollock, •^14 and
3in.. at$5perl0ll.
2000 Verbenas, iu bud and bloom, 2}4
in., $3.50 per 100.
300 Hydrangeas, fine plants, 5 in. pots
200 Hydranfceas, 6 in., at 40c.
1000 Caunas, La Grande Kosia, red foli-
age, 4 in., $8 per 100.
EVENDEN BROS.,
408 East Third St., - Williamsport, Pa.
DAHLIAS
Strong-, fleld-grown
plants, $5.00 per :
SMILAX
$13.00 per 1000.
pots, $1.50 per
VICK & HILL CO.,
ROCHESTER, 7«. V.
HERE THEY CO
Perl
Re:x BeKonla, 21.4 inch pots $4
3 inob pots 6 UO
Vlnca var., 2J4 inch pots
3 inch pots
4inch pots 6 00
lL,enion Verbena, 2^ inch pots
Vernon Begonia, 2>4 inch pots.... 3 00
retunla, sinsile frinued, 25.4 inch pots.
Sweet Alyssuni, 2}^ inch pots
Cobsea scandens, 2>4 inch pots 3 00
3^4 inch pots 5 00
Nasturtium, 2H inch pots 2 00
ait. of Sno-w Geraniums, 2}4 inch
potB 4 00
Gymuocarpa, 2)4 inch pots 2 00
Heliotrope, 2!4 inch pots 3 GO
50,000 Rooted CnttluKS of Lobelia,
Mixed Geraniums, Salvia, Heliotrope,
Verbenas, Sweet Alyssum, Strobilanthes,
Ageratums, Asters, Vernon Begonias,
per 100, $1.00.
Lemon Verbena, Vinca var., Double Gen.
Grant Geranium, per lOn, $1.25.
Rex Begonia, Mrs. Pollock Geraniums, Snow
Crest Daisy, Sony, de Bonn Abutilon,
per 100, $2.00.
Coleus, per 100, 60 ots.
Dracaena Indivisa, 5 inch pots, per 100, $20.00.
Terms Cash or C. O. D.
GREENE S UNDERHILL, Watertown, N.Y.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
Strong, healthy stock. In K. C. and pot
Is ' " " ° """
R. C. 8-^.00
lOU.
100 ; pol piB
Merry Monarch. Autunin
Koblnson, Mrs. H. McK.
Wrhih-,, Mayflower, Miss
us. Mrs. .7. Jones. _Wana-
Crawford,
Geo. S.CoVover." Yellow Qu(
Bnnnaff.)n. H. W,
— [idlne.
Simpson, Pi
Marion Henderson
riveus. Mr;
d Lode, MissM. M. Johi
_ ow Queen. W. L. Sunder
bruch.'E. Dallledouze. Oeoriilana Pitcher, MInervi
Mrs. W. 11. Hand Major Bnnna
Mrs. E. Buettner. QcUden Wedd
Trade Prices.
White Dnlay.from
2M inch pots, 50 cts. per dozen ; »1.00 per 100.
ETOILE DE LYON. Yellow DnUy
; »5.00 per 100.
THEO. P. BECKERX,
(low Plttsburd. Pa.
NiytLLE Island,
«LENFIELD, PA
PC DA Ml I IMC The best doube varieties: S.
bLKAmUIVIb A Nutt, La Hav irlte. Bishop
Wood, Qeu. Qrant.and others, 2 In., $2.00 per 100;
3 in.. »3.60 per 100.
VINCAS, varlecated; Ivy and Silver Leaf
Gernniunii., 3 In. pots, »;l M per 100.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS s't'o'cro''ut''nr2'fn'=ch^
P013, *2 00perinu. Ivory.M. WanHmaktr. Niveua,
Qaeen, Boniiaffon, Mrs. Jerniiie Junta, and other
Ceo. H. Benedict, Yorkvllle, N. Y,
WHEN wamwo mintion
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
Beet standard commt
Mrs. BerBmaiin. Major
Maud Dean, fink Ivory. M Wj
Ivory.
. Boehi
, Golden Weddlntr,
$3.00 per too. Cai
JOHN C. EISELE
20th & Ontario Sts.,
WHEW WRrriNC MENTION
reus. The Queen, H,
ora. at $i.60 per 100
I Prass. M. Render-
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
Rooted Cuttings, $2 00 per 100. Pot plants, $3 00
per 100 of the following varieties-
Bergmann, Marquise de Montmort. Minerva,
Marion Henderson, Wra. Simpson, Mrs. H.
Robinson, Marie Louise, Philadelphia, Queen,
Niveus. Mayflower. Wanamaker. Dailledouze,
Bonnaffon, Mrs. C. Lippincott, Viviand-Morel,
Maud Dean, and ErminilHa.
Hydrangea Otaksa. 2^^ in. pots, $3 00 per 100.
Smilax from pots, $3.00 per KG ; $18 00 per
1000. Cash with order.
SAMX J. BUNTING,
Elmwood Ave. and 58th St.. PHILADELPHIA.
It Will Pay You Well to Buy of
GODFRKY ASCHMANPi,
1012 Ontario St., SislBg Sun, PHILADELPHIA. Pa.
f thousands of plants i
potB: Geraniums, Heliotropes, AKeratums, Double
Petunias. Double White Feverfew, Calendula
(Prince of Orange). Scarlet Sage. Fuchsias, Dwarf
Nasturtiums. Candytuft. Ten Weeks Stocks.
. Vernon. $8,00 per 100; Lantanas. J7.00 per
Torenla Fournleri. Nasturtii
eiee, Ooleus (all shadeB), Looefia compacta. farior
Ivy. Kenllworth Ivy. Dusty Miller, yellow and red
Alternantheras. slnele var. Petunias and large
flowerind fringed. Muik, Periwinf
(French dwarf). Feverfew (double i
utills, 15c. each; Dracrona indlv
Tuberous rooted Begoiilas. I5c.
trong plant
GODFREY ASCHMANN,
1012 Ontario St., Rising Sun, - ■ PHILA.,
In Endless Variety.
Best Varieties in Quantity at
Moderate Prices.
NATHAN SMITH & SON, Adrian, Mich.
500 EXTRA LONG, HEAVY
Out of 4 inch pots, Sio.oo per loo.
ABUTILON lll'?^^""'- 3 inch pots at $5.00
le Crozy a
, at $8.00 I
Roses and Re:x Besonlas all sold,
QEO. A. RACKHAM, Ditroit, Mich.
MME. SALLEROI GERANIUMS.
Fine, Mishy plants that will please you ; SH
noh, $3.60 per 100; 3 inch, $3.B0 per 100.
A. J. BALD-WIN, Newarfe, Ohio.
50,000 CALIFORNIA VIOLETS f^r'.-k".
PIUIIIC Italia. $l.00p'rdoz.
bANNAS Au.triB, .«2.00 per doz.
BENJAMIN CONNELL, Florist, Wast Grave, Pa.
HI rUBTIC MISS BATEMAN-one of th(
ULCHHTIS hest laree flowered whites, fin.
^^^M^»^^^~ 2 year plants from 6'iiich poti
at 13 cts. Clematis VlrKlniaua. Biuall flowered white
2-year fleld-Krown at 5 cts. FackinK free.
W. H. SALTEK. Rochester, N.Y.
♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦•♦♦♦ J
i GROW PLANTS IN 1
1 "Jadoo" Fibre. |
t WATER THEM WITH t
\ "Jadoo" Liquid, t
♦»»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦*♦♦♦**♦
NE1!V HYDRANGEA
OTAKSA MONSTROSA
100; 830.00 per 10(
JOHN A. DOYLE. Springfield, Ohio.
PDdTnMC ^"^^ plants, mostly large
wlfU I Ulldi leaved sorts, from 3, 4 and
6 i oh pots, at $13.00. $15.00 and $20.00 per 100.
FOR CARPET BEDDING.
Sedum canieum var.; Alternantliera, red
and green ; Eclieverla aloifolia ; Crassula, all
from 3 inch pots, $3.00 per 100.
MYRTLE.
5000 Extra Large Clumps of Myrtle,
F. A. BOLLES,
EastlOth St., Lawnwood, Brooklyn, N.Y.
TMg ri.ORIST8' rKCHJ^NOt
Coleua Verschafleltli and Golden Uedder,
Double Grant Geraniums, 3 inch pots, ready
June 10th.
For Immediate shipment, 300 !>iDilox, I inch
pots *5.00perIOO.
EVERITT &, INSALL, Hackettstown, N. J.
wHCw wurriNO mentiom the florists' exchangs
DAISIES
Finest strain, laree clumps in bloom, $1.00
per lUO; $800 per 1000.
DAMCIC'C Unsurpassed for siie, color and
rAllOlLO. iiiooming. Plants in bloom,
7.5c. per 100; $6 per 1000. Seedlings $3,50 per 10.0.
J. C. SCHMIDT & CO., Bristol, Pa.
GERANIUMS.
S.fOO Doulile Gen'l Grant, 4 inch pots, all in
hioom, $7.00 per 100. Aeeratum, Begonia
Vernon, and Sliver Leaf Geraniums, $5.(J0
per 100. Cash with order.
Mrs. M.&.KRUSGHKA, Lawrence, L.I., N.Y.
Pansies Worth Raising . .
a bud, from
lipments free
0. Soltau & Co. "A''v.^:„"e"* Jersey City. H. J.
BEDDING PLANTS.
$2.oo per loo.
Coleus, Golden Bedder, Red Verschafteltii
Ageratntn, 3 in. nots.
Golden Feverte'w.
J. & -W. LEACH,
Cor. DeBoise&,DitmarsAves. L.I. City, N.Y.
^wr r..oRisTS' g«CH*NGr
ALTERNANTHERA.
Stronir, pot grown plants, ready for planting:
A. Nana, yellow $2.50al(I0; $20.00 a 1000
R.Nana,pink 2.50 " 20.00 "
P. Major, bright red... 3.00 " 26,00 "
Order early, as good plants are scarce all over
thaoountry. Will hold order and ship when
wanted. Cash with order.
A.J. BALDWIN, Newark, Ohio.
ROOTED CUTTINGS.
CASH PRICES.
GhryBBDthemumB, standard and new, named
' •■ $1.50 per 100; t "" "— "■""
r KBverfew. i
100. Double Ger.
nnlums. In hud and bloom. Double white
!om. BeKonla ^letalllca. all from
4 in. pots, at io. each. Vloleta. Campbell, fine
clumps, $2 50 per 100: rooted runners, per 1000. $3.00.
Koa-.i. Bride and Bridesmaid. 2}4 Id. poLs. «2.00 per
100 EnglUh Ivy. .1 to 4 feet, branched, $10.00 per
100; $90-00 per 1000. Two teet long, at »4.0O per 100;
4ln.pot». ^^ :FK"Z"E]E,
Railroad «ve. and HIM St.. BROOKLYN, N. Y.
FOR SALB.
VINCA MAJOR VARIEGATA.
Good stock, from 4 loch pots. $10 00 per 100
GERANIUMS.
Parker. Bijou,
r the West, from 4
Zonale with double
acquisition, i in. pots, prand stock. 75c per dot
Cash with order please
ISi&G HUSBANDS, Bellevua, Huron Co., G,
West Islip Greenhouses.
Marie Louise Violets, ZtnL
$4.00 per 1000, cash with order.
E. B. SUTTON, Jr.,
p. O. Address, Bat9yloil, 1,. I., St. Y.
GERANIUMS.
out of 4 inch pots, large fine plants.
DOUBLE GEN. GRANT,
BEAUTY POITEVINE,
MONTASQUE,
LA FAVORITE.
besides many other sorts. »«.00 per 100.
Cash with order.
S. J. REUTER, Westerly, R. I.
_WHEIO»'^iD.
pots at $2.00 and $5.00 per 100: Ageratum, blue
and white, dwaif. Verbenas, CoI«->is,Cuplia3a,
I DaisT, Feverfew, Flovpering Begonias, Sal-
leroi Geraniums, etc., 2^ In. pots, $2.00
perlOu; Swainsona alba. Genista canarien-
sis, 2!4in-P'>ts, Marie Louise Violets, large
clumps, $3 00 per 100; Chrysanthemums, lend-
ing varieties, iVi in. pots, $2 50 per 100; 1500
English Ivy, rooted cuttings, strong, $1.76 per
' 100. Speak quick: send cash.
GREENE COUNTY FLORAL NURSERY,
•White Hall, 111.
F1.0RISTS' eXCHANGt
Coleus.Yinca Vines, Alternanlhera, Feverfew, Rose Geraniums,
Ivy Geraniums, German Ivy, Mme. Salleroi Geraniums,
Double Alyssum, Myrtle, for graves, Verbenas, all colors, etc.
YOUNG ROSE STOCK.
Bride, Bridesmaid, Perle, Meteor, Belle Siebrecht, at
$3.00 per 100, 2^ inch.
CARNATION CUTTINGS.
STRONG PLANTS, FROM SOIL,.
Ivory, Wm. Scott, Rose Queen, Daybreak, Goldfinch,
Albertini, Tidal Wave, Garfield, Portia, $2.00 per 100.
We are HEADQUAIITERS for CUT FLOWERS.
SHIPPING TRADE OUR SPECIALTY.
WIRE WORK. GET OUR PRICE LIST AND SAVE MONEY
ENGLISH IVY.
2 yr. old, S8.00 per too. i yr. old, §5 00 per 100.
Strong rooted cuttings, $2.00 per 100.
VERBENAS.
J. H. DANN & SON, Westfield, N.Y.
CLEMATIS.
In pots: erood plants $2 50 per doz.; S20.IH) per 100.
Fine, heavy, home grown plants, in twelve choice
named varieties 60c. each ; $4-00 per doz,
Oil 1 1 IV Stronpr plants from last year, 2^ in. pots
OniLAA 82.50 per 100. Transplanted, §1.00 per ItiO
S7.50 per 1000.
F. A. BALLER, Bloomington, III.
Rooted Cuttings
COLEUS-70 varieties, 60 cents per 100 bj
mail ; §4 00 per 1000 by express.
MYOSOTIS-$i5oper.oo.
CIANT DOUBLE ALYSSUM-7°centi
per 100 by mail ; $5.00 per 1000 by express.
WM. H. SEARCH, Hvondale, Chester Co., Pa
DON'T GET LEFT
But Get Your Orders In tor Rooted Cuttings.
l-er 1000
Coleus Verscbatfeltii and Golden Queen.. $6 00
ColeuB in variety.. i 00
Ageratnnj, Dwarf, Blue and White 6 00
ums, flowering sorts 18 00
Salvia Splendens 10 00
POTTED PLANTS. Penoo
Fuchsias, in flue shape, 3 inch pots $3 00
" 4 inch pots 5 00
BegontaVernon.Great Bedders, 25^ in. pots 2 60
Geraniums, flowering sorts, 2H inch pots,
$20.(10 per 1000.
Geraniums. Gen. Grant, 3 inch pots,
$ 10.00 per 1000. 600 at 1000 rates.
Vinca Variegata, 3 inch
8.00
Cash with Order.
J. E. FELTHOUSEN, Schenectady,
M-HUDQUiRURS II"
American trade, from 8 (
■ leaves, from ]
ELLIS & POLLWORTH,
BOZS: V5.
MILWAUKEE, WIS.
2c. GERANIUMS 2c.
HYDRANGEA OTAKSA MONSTROSA. This
new Hyilrangeabearaflowers of immense size;
nice branching plants from 3 ii,. pots, $3.50
per 100.
Strong, 21/2 Inch stuff, in Splendid Shape.
Per ino
BEGONIA REX, iagoodassortment $3 50
COLEUS, best varieties I 50
FEVERFEW, Little Gem 2 GO
UMBRELLA PLANT 2 50
CARNATIONS, well established potted plants
ill the following : McGowan, Fred Dorner,
Mrs. Harrison, Wm. Scott, Elizabeth Rev-
nnlda, $1..50 per 100. Eldorado, $3.50 per 100.
PANSIES, Strong transplanted, grown from
select seed. 75c. per 100; $6.00 per 1000.
Cash with order.
JOHN A. DOYLE, SPRINGFIELD, OHIO.
20,000 ASTERS.
Xruffaut's Perfection, 4 colors.
Victoria Perfection, 4 colors.
Semple's Strain, 4 colors.
Also Vellow Quilled.
Per 100, by mail, 75o.; per 1000, by express, $6.
JE^VEC or BALI, ASTER, new,
2 inch pots, $2.00.
30,000 SMILAX, from 2 inch pots, per
)0.
Please.
GEORGE J. HUGHES, Berlin, N. J.
HIBISCUS
Twelve varieties, $3.25 per 100 ; $25.00
per 1000. By mail, 35c. per 100 additional.
TERMS CASU WITH ORDER.
R.H.MURPHEY,Urbana,Ohio.
AZALEA INDICA.
' Amer . ..^
I36.C0 per 100.
KENTIA BELMOBEANA.
With 4, 5 and 6 character leaves, from IW t
hiKh, MOM to »200 00 per 100.
KENTIA FOBSTEBIANA.
hli:h.'$30.00totl25.00p
LATANIA BORBONICA.
Front \H to 2« ft. hinh, »25.00 to 100.00 per 100.
COCOS WEDDEI.IANA.
From 1 ft. upwards. $25,000 and upwards per 100.
ABECA LCTESCENS.
From i%. 2 ft. and more 13) to HOO.OO per 100.
ABAUCARIA EXCELSA.
10. 12, up to 16 inch high. $50.00 to $160.00 per 100.
SWEET BAYS.
Pyramids and Standards, fine shaped trees, from
$1.00 to $15.00 per couple.
ASPIDISTBA LUEIDA.
Green leaved. $32.00 per lOOO leaves.
Variegated. $75.00 per 1000 leaves.
BEGONIA. Single-Separate Colors.
lln. and IM In. diameter, $8and $16 per 1000.
Double— In Separate C'-lors.
1 in. and Hi In. dlameter.$22 and $W per 1000.
GliO.VINIA EBECTA (Hybrids).
U to 1 Inch, $10.00. 1 Inch and more, $18.00 per 1000
CAMEl,l.IAS, KHODODI
GERAHIUMS, SMILAX, ^ — ,
BEGOHIAS, CHRYSANTHEMUMS,
Good 4 in. GeraDium s
*' 3 *' BegoDias
" 2 *' Clirysanthemunis.
35,000 good Smilax, 2 in. pots...
BETSCHER BROS.. Ca
WHEN WBrrtHO I
SPRING STOCK-SPECIAL.
oleus. twelve be^t varieties, rooted cuttinKS, 12E
for $1. by mail, our selection. Golden Bedder
VerschafTeltll. Firebrand, J. Qoode and Fire
Crest, $S per 1000,
per 100. Cnsb with order.
AL,EX. McBKIDE. Alplaus, N. Y.
leN wmrriNG mention thc florists- exchange
other Nursery !
IL,ACS and
In quantities.
From UDknon'u correspondents Cash, vrlth
Packing Free.
ROYAL NURSERIES
LOUIS VIN HOyilE PtnE
Ghent, Belgium.
WHEN WRfTING UTENTION T»l
FINE
PLANTS
VERBENAS L"
BUD
BLOOM
Many Fine Varieties added to Our Collections.
Est IVIainmotli per 100, $3 00; perlOOO, $25 (
ROSES.
cs-oo
Abutilon, Souvenir de Bonn, 2i^ inch pots..
SOEfOO
Acalyplia Macafeeana, 2J^ inch pots
Achyrantlies, in three varieties, 2% inch pots i
Alyssum, Tom Thumb and Giant, double 2V2 inch pots. . . i
Aralia papyrifera, 2)^ inch pots II
Begonias, line assortment, 2)4 inch pots
Vernon, red and pink. 2^4 Inch pots :
Clisenostoma Hispida, 2M inch pots 1
Clirysantliemunis, tine asenrtment, 21/2 inch pots
Frutescens Hallerli Aurea, 2>^ Inch pots
Cyclamen j^iganteum, to color, 2^ inch pots
Giganteum, to color, 4 inch pots 1
Persicum, from flats, strong
The above are from the very finest strain of red procurable.
Per 100
$8 00
300
6 00
Per 100
$6 (JO
6 00
3 50
Geraniums, assorted,
Ivy,4inch pots
Eose, 3inch poM
Rose, 2!^ Inch pots
Mme. Salleroi, 2H inch pots 3 50
German Ivy, strong, ZV2 inch pots 2 50
Grevillea robusta, 4 inch pots 16 00
Honeysuclile, gulden leaved, 4 inch pots 10 00
Maranta, bi-color, stronsr, 2J^ inch pots 5 00
9Iusa Knsete, large plants, 12 inch pots, $2.00 each ; 5 to 8 inch
pots, 60 CIS. to 75 cts. each. The above are strong plants, have
been carried over cool, are now making a strong growth, and
will make specimen plants this season.
Per 100
Strobilantlies Dyerianus, 2i4 inch $4 00
Swainsona g:ales:ifolia rosea, 2^
TRADB lylST FRKE ON APPLICATION.
Cash with order from unknown customers or C. O. D. Orders amounting to I5.00 and over, F. O. B.. N. Y. City.
SEAWANHAKA GREENHOUSES
JAS. C. CLARK. Supt.
OYSTER BAY,
OUEENS CO., N.Y.
WM. L. SWAN, Prop.
American Beau.,, u, .--.-.
BrldeKiiiald, Bride.. KS'''"''
tleteor. Bon Sllene, Watte\
La Franco, Sunset, Mermet.
Price from 2H Inch pots, $5.00 per 100 1 $10.00 per 1000
3 " 3.00 •• 70.00 ••
Ever-bloomlii
bloom, from 3>
$20.00 per lUO.
8, $10.00. $15.00 and
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
For Varieties and Prices, see April 24th Issue.
STRONG ROOTED CUTTINGS.
MISCELLANEOUS PLANTS.
ling sorts, 2M in. [
Heliotrope
Hydr
2«
Otaka
double and slnRle. .'^H In. pots
Moon Flower, 2M in. pots .'.'.'.'.'."
PelarKoniumii, 2!^ In. pots'.'..'. ".'!"' '.'.'.''"
Salvia Splenileno and BpdmBn,2>^ln.potB
VIoletK, Marie Lonlne, 2};( In. pots, $25.0
1000; $:i.00 per 100.
Pansles In bud and bloom. $2.50 per 100 ; $20 pe
New Trade List on Application.
WOOD BROS., Fislikiil, N.
Y.
I
Bfay 29, 1897.
Thb Pi-ORis-rs* Exchange.
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Plant Diseases.
And the Possibility of Lessening Their Spread
by Legislation.
Paper mid ,il the KulinnnI ('•mrcniwn of
United SliitcslhiMrtmi'id ../ AiiriaMiire.
It needs little arKument to prove that
the enemies of cultivated plants are stead
lly increasing, and I think It can be easily
shown that they will continue to increase
BO long as the conditions, for which we are
In large part responsible, remain as they
are at present. I do not by any means re-
gard this as a calamity. On the contrary,
I look upon the tact that our insect and
fungous foes are increasing as direct proof
that we are progressing; for, as Professor
B liley has said, "Our enemies increase be-
cause cultivation induces change of habits
in wild organisms; because it presents ao
ever increasing variety of food, or host
plants; because the food supply is large,
and in more or less continuous areas; and
Anally, because the natural equilibrium
or tension Is destroyed." It follows, there-
fore, that the more we put forth our ener-
gies to improve our native plants, or to
change their habits, the more we endeavor
to Increase the variety and number of our
cultivated vines, trees and shrubs; the
more we extend our orchards, our vine-
yards and our fields, just so much more do
we disturb the equilibrium in nature, and
just so much more must we expect to bur-
den ourselves with the work of maintain-
ing this unstable condition by more or less
artificial means. Where an insect or
fungus had one chance a hundred years
ago to wax strong and spread, It has now
a thousand chances, for unbroken orchards
and vineyards, and millioDs of nursery
trees cover the country, where then only
wild plants grew.
It is but natural, then, that man, seeing
the onward march of his enemies, should
look about him and wonder how it will all
end, and how he, as an individual, is to
obtain relief. In many cases he has found
a way of doing this by adopting certain
more or less empirical methods. Again,
with a fuller appreciation of the
fundamental principles underlying plant
growth, he has learned, partly by
intuition, to keep his plants In health,
and when he has reached this stage, he
stands far In advance of his neighbor who
waits until his plants are diseased, and
then begins to look about for a spraying
apparatus. It frequently follows, how-
ever, that with all his efforts, he is not
able to help himself, and then, In accord
ance with what he considers his privilege,
he appeals to the State, believing, or, at
least, hoping, that by legislation he can
even up matters, to the advantage of him-
self and the detriment of his foes.
In answer to such appeals a number of
State laws have been enacted; some of
these have been partly satisfactory, but
none have served fully the object for
which they are intended. This is nothing
more than might have been expected, see-
ing the widely divergent Interests of the
different States, the lack of anything like
co-operation, and the fact that public
sentiment in many cases is Indifferent or
unfavorable toward such laws, thus mak-
ing proper enforcement impracticable.
I take it that one of the principal objects
of this convention is to consider these
matters, and, after hearing as many sides
to the question as possible, to take some
action which will at least lead to a better
understanding of what can or cannot be
done. Let ns then consider for a moment
the nature of some of the more comm
and destructive plant diseases, for it
only in the presence of such knowledge
that we can Intelligently discuss the prob
lems relating to legislation.
So far as we are at present concerned
the diseases of plants may be divided Intc
two principal groups, namely, those due to
organized beings, such as insects and
fungi, and those In which organisms take
no direct part, as, for example, Improper
conditions of the soil, such as too much or
too little water, unfavorable atmosph
Influences, and the presence of poisonous
substances in the soil, air, etc. We are
not particularly concerned with the insect
pests, as they will doubtless receive full
CDnslderation from others present.
No hard and fast lines can be drawn be-
tween the diseases due to fungi and those
brought on by unfavorable environm
Many, It not all, fungous diseases
greatly Influenced by environment, jni
much so as the hosts themselves. In many
oases we find a plant grown with success
In a certain region succumbing to disease
when transferred to another where the
conditions are such as to make it neces-
sary for the plant to adapt itself to the
new requirements. During the process of
adaptation fungi may find their oppor
tunlty, and the host once infested, It may
only a question of time when it Is
forced to succumb. In such cases it would
be obviously unjust to hold the man who
r the trees responsible. It was not his
_ t that the conditions under which the
purchaser planted the trees were different
from those nature furnished him to grow
them.
A case in point will more clearly illus-
trate this matter. Suppose I purchase a
housand apple trees from a nurseryman
lod plant them In what to all Intents and
purposes is a suitable piece of ground.
This ground may have recently been
cleared, and in addition to the remains of
3 of certain forest trees, the soil may
be slightly wetter than that of the nursery.
The decaying roots of the forest trees In
the soil may contain the mycelium of a
fungus, which under ordinary conditions
Id not attack a healthy apple root.
Owing to the slight additional wetness,
however, and the consequent lack of aera-
tion, some of the apple roots In time will
be asphyxiated or will be injured in other
ways, the details of which need not be
given here. While the roots may be only
slightly Injured, they nevertheless in this
condition become readily susceptible to the
attacks of the fungus already In the soil,
an- 1 once started all the roots may event-
ually be killed and the tree will die.
Hundreds of trees may be killed In this or
some similar way, and yet from the very
nature of thetrouble.the delicate questions
involved and the complications that may
arise, no man could positively assert where
the blame rests.
We are by no means holding the nursery-
man up as a paragon of honesty, but we do
wish to give him fair play, for he Is un-
questionably often blamed for things for
hich he is not in the least responsible.
Again, there are a vast number of fun-
gous diseases which are almost as univers-
ally disturbed as the host plants them-
selves. They occur not only on the
cultivated forms, but everywhere in the
woods and wild places, whence they doubt-
less originally came. Such is black rot,
downy mildew and powdery mildew of the
grape ; apple scab and rust ; and a host of
other maladies. It would be manifestly
as Impossible to control such enemies by
legislation as it would be to control the
dnst of the air or the wind that wafts It
from place to place. Furthermore, It must
be remembered that a great many, in tact
the majority, of the most destructive
diseases which affect nursery stock are of
such a nature that no reliable system of
inspection can be carried out. Such being
the case, we are tree to say that in most
cases the certificates that are given declar-
ing trees to be free from disease are little
better than worthless. Ten thousand
peach trees may be shipped Into a State,
and, so far as anyone can determine, they
may be perfectly healthy. Notwithstand-
ing this, 50 per cent, or more of the trees
may be infected with yellows, and what Is
more, the malady may not develop for a
year after the trees have been planted.
What is true of peach yellows is true of
many other diseases, particularly those
where the leaves alone are the parts
attacked.
Without further argument, therefore, it
may be said that any general laws looking
toward the control of nursery stock are
likely to prove impracticable, first, because
the nature of the diseases Is such as to
render proper Inspection exceedingly diffi
cult. If not impossible ; and. second, no
one with any regard tor scientific truth or
accuracy would care to risk his reputation
in giving an opinion where so many com
plications are involved. Of course, there
may be special cases where laws would be
an advantage. Take, for example, pea
blight In the nursery. Young trees ma;
become Infested and the disease remaii
dormant In the trees until the latter are
set in the orchard. Inspection here might
be of benefit, but It is questionable whether
legislation would facilitate matters in the
least. Probably not one nurseryman In a
thousand would refuse to take the proper
precautions for eradicating blight if the
way was pointed out to him. It would be
a matter of business for him to do so,
this mtroduces the question as to how far
many of the problems Involved in the 1
ter under discussion could be controlled
by proper organization among the experi
ment station workers and others wh(
might be easily Induced to co operate with
them. I can see no reason why a properly
organized force of this kind, acting
throughout in a uniform manner, coold
not accomplish much good, not only in
educating the nurserymen and others In-
terested In the lines of work that should
be followed where emergencies may arise,
but also take such legitimate and proper
action where the exigencies demand as to
make it to the Interest of all owners of
nursery stock to be able to truthfully say
that they have put forth every effort to
have every tree sent out absolutely free
from dangerous Insect, fungous, or other
pests. , , ,
So far, our discussion has dealt mainly
with the nurseryman. It must be remem-
bered, however, that there are other
phases of the problem. The fruit grower
himself is to be considered, and may often
prove an important factor to deal with.
The energetic, successful man, who puts
forth every effort to keep his trees free
from the various foes which beset them,
may often have his best efforts rendered
more or less futile by the fact that his
neighbor's trees harbor all sorts of Insicts
and fungi. It is a delicate matter to say
what shall be done In such case. The man
whose trees are Infested may not be shift
ess. He may be the victim of natural
laws, for which he is in nowise responsible,
or he may, for personal or other reasons,
t be able to care for his trees as should
done. To hold the law over this man
and say that he should spray his trees or
destroy them or else pay a fine or go to jail
uld be manifestly unjust. Public
tlment would support him and there-
fore the law, it it existed, could not be en
forced.
Finally, there Is a question of imported
pests to consider. What has been said ol
the Impracticability of inspection lawb
will also apply here. It may sometime
happen, however, that a dangerous pest it
imported, and although established In one
or more places might be quickly and easilj
eradicated by prompt and Intelligent
action supported by proper legislation.
Even here, however, the futility of State
laws can be seen, for the pest may be es-
tablished at Isolated spots in three or more
States, and while the laws of one State
may make It impossible to exterminate the
enemy, those of the next may be wholly
powerless to cope with It. In such cases,
and also where any pest hitherto confined
to comparatively limited areas, shows an
alarming tendency to spread proper
federal legislation might serve a useful
purpose. As to what would constitute
proper federal legislation is not within
our province to say, as the compli-
cations involved are tar too numerous
to be considered here. Suflice it to say,
however, that the precedent for such legis-
lation seems to have been established Id
creating the Bureau of Animal Industry,
of the United States Department of Agri-
culture. By this act the head of the
Department is given the power to prepare
such rules and regulations as might be
deemed necessary for the speedy and
effectual suppression of the diseases o
domestic animals. Necefsary rules and
regulations are to be certified to the ex-
ecutive authority of each State and Terri
tory. and said authorities are to be asked
to CO operate in the enforcement and ex
ecntion of the act. This removes all diffi-
culties that may arise between federal and
State authorities, and gives the head of
the Department power to act whenever an
emergency may arise. The rules provide
for the necessary means of bringing to the
attention of the Department any contagious
orcommunlcabledlseases, the appointment
of inspectors, the quarantining of the In
fected localities, the destruction of the
diseased animals, and compensation there-
tor whenever the latter is recommended by
a Board of Appraisers appointed by vlrlue
of the act in question. .
Whether such a general law, or a simi-
lar one. could be made operative In the
case of insects and fungi is a question.
Public sentiment is not as yet very tar
advanced in such matters, and public sen
tlment is what makes a law operative. In
any event, it seems to me that a law, no
matter how drawn, would prove useful only
in certain special emergencies. The greater
portion of our plant diseases and insect
pests cannot be reached by legislation
They are governed by natural laws, and il
Is to these that we should turn our atten
tlon. Let us strive therefore to obtain more
light on Nature's fundamental truths, for
one such truth well understood may prove
of more lasting benefit than legislatioD
without end.
The Lily Disease.
Investigations carried on by the Divi-
sion of Vegetable Physiology and Path-
ology, United States Department of
Agriculture, during the past two years
have thrown considerable light on the
lily disease. Mr. Albert P. Woods, who
has had charge of this work, is now
preparing a report on the subject and
it is hoped that the same may be issued
in time to benefit the growers this sea-
son. Briefly, it is bellevfd that the
cause or causes of the so-called "dis-
ease" have been prettty well deter-
mined, and furthermore that means of
prevention can be adopted with reason-
able hope of success.— B. T. GALLO-
AVAT. Chief ot Division. Department of
Vegetable Pathology and Physiology.
JOBBESPJDEIIBL^
Insertion will be given in thU column
to all communications free from animus;
but the opinions expressed do not neces-
sarily reflect our own.
Winter-B looming Nymphceas.
Editor Floruits' Eichange:
All matter printed in The Florist's
Exchange, as in other similar journals.
is tor the mutual benefit of its readers
and at the same time is open to criti-
cism; and when a public and promi-
nent man, be-, he florist, gardener or
specialist o£ any branch of science con-
nected with the profession, makes a
statement his utterances carry weight
and are generally received without a
word or question of a doubt, the im-
l.ression being that they are Indisputa-
lile. I cannot, do not, claim such dis-
linction, but my friend, Mr. Oliver, has
I.nig since been known among the fra-
ternity, and in the front rank, whether
elaiming or disclaiming such distinc-
tion, and what he says or writes is not
to be questioned; and as I had the au-
dacity to contradict or state my mis-
givings on his remarks on winter-flow-
ering nymphaeas (p. 437, No. 17)
he apparently chafes under such a
charge, and in his reply (p. 498, No.
20) makes sarcastic remarks that
have no bearing whatever on the
point at issue. In passing, let me assure
Mr. Oliver that neither W. T. nor his
intimate associates believe hlra really
in need of medical treatment for in-
somnia or nervous debility— not even
dyspepsia.
The point at issue that Mr. Oliver in-
troduced was winter-flowering nymph-
aeas. He states that he has been dab-
bling with them for over ten years, and
when he cannot offer anything better
than Nymphaea zanzibarensis. N. coer-
ulea and some of the hybrid forms
that he does not name, it might be bet-
ter if he himself will be a little dis-
criminating and state plainly for the
readers of The Exchange what are the
best varieties of nymphaeas for win-
ter flowering. This information is nec-
essary In the cultivation of roses, car-
nations, chrysanthemums and other
flowers, and I believe it equally as im-
portant in regard to nymphaeas.
I may have construed Mr. Oliver's
remarks to mean more than he intend-
ed, but he does state that "the proba-
bilities are that nymphaeas would pay
all right." No one but a dolt would
say that Mr. Oliver meant there was no
money in it. If he was not advocating
the culture of water lilies in winter,
what did he mean, or why did he write
on such a subject ? Now he says (p.
498). "No florist who has his wits about
him is in danger of being so occupied,"
etc. Mr. Oliver misquotes his own
statement or figures. He clearly states
(p. 437), "A great deal depends on a
suitable water temperature," and men-
tions "70to80 degrees," etc. I do not mis-
quote him when I say that a tempera-
ture of 75 to 80 degrees is dangerous.
No reference was made in either case
to the temperature of the atmosphere.
Mr. Oliver evidently has had some
experience differing from most florists.
I, for one, have not had an opportunity
to make the comparison between flower
pots and tomato cans. I am satisfied
with (lower pots, and it I cannot get
a sufficient number ot them for the
number of plants singly I would not
crowd three plants where there was
barely sufficient space lor one plant.
I have nothing to take back from
what I stated on page 471. I stated
facts from experience and observation.
I have not merely been dabbling with
aquatics in a few tubs In the back gar-
den of a city lot, but have the best fa-
cilities that can be procured, and have
figured it up pretty closely. It there
was money in it our firm would not be
slow to appropriate the necessary block
of houses to convince the fraternity of
such valuable stock (if such it was) tor
winter. WM. TRICKER.
Card of Thanks.
The widow and family ot the late
Robert J. Murphy wish to express their
thanks, through this paper, to the Cin-
cinnati Florist Society for the framed
resolutions which they so kindly pre-
sented them.
(MRS.) KATE MURPHY.
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Contents.
BiBTHS, Etc 538
Carnations 631
Castor Bean Plant, Analysis OF . . 686
Catalogues Received B^
Changes in Business B31
Chrysanthemums 536
Correspondence 533
Gbeenhouse Heating Without Boiler
Cellar 531
Gypsy Moth, The 534
JADOO Liquid and Fibre . . . .531
LilidmHarrisii AND Electric Light . 631
Lily Disease, The 533
Missouri Botanical Garden . . .634
Obituary: .„,
KobertOwen .,...■ 634
Plant Disease 533
Qdestion Box 636
Eights of Property Owners . . .634
B08E8 528
Seed Trade Report 627
Strawberry, A Twice-Bearing . . 631
Trade Papers and Novelties . . .634
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For the Busy Man.
yell-'
1 English chrys-
Robert Owen, the
anthemum grower, is dead
Hailstorms visited Tennessee, and Western
Pennsylvania, the past week.
There is ta Ik of organizing a wheelmen's club
among the St. Louis florists.
Lavender-colored sweet peas have been
much In demand in Philadelphii
Outdoor carnations around CiDciiinnti, owing
to unpropitious weather, are in had shape.
A late and light harvest of European seeds
anticipated. Lima beans are having a large
sale abroad.
Fewer varieties of roses will be planted b
Philadelphia growers this season ; Beauty wl
also largely supplant hybrids.
The plan of placing cut flowers of pseonies
and other plants, in cold storage, is meeting
.with great success in Chicago.
A plantof chrysanthemum, Mme. Berg
■having 14 well-deyelope£ flowers, was brought
Caution.
DANIEL, W. CRANE, formerly of
Soldiers' Home, Los Angeles County,
Cal., has no connection whatever with
the office of this publication, and the
publishers will not hold themselves re-
sponsible for money paid into his hands
settlement of subscriptions or ad-
Rights of Property Owners.
A case of considerable interest to
contiguous property owners has just
been decided in the Brooklyn Police
Court by Magistrate Teale. The roots
of an ailantus tree growing in a Brook-
lyn back yard, had spread until they
crossed the boundary line of the tree
owner's lot and entered that of his im-
mediate neighbor. From these roots a
sprout had sprung up which, it was
alleged, proved a detriment to the
neighbor's flower garden, and he pro-
ceeded to sever the roots to the point
where they first entered his property.
The tree owner accused his neighbor
of having poured vitriol on the remain-
ing portion of the roots beyond his
fence, and that the original tree was
dying in consequence; but this was de-
nied. After hearing the evidence the
magistrate decided that the adjacent
property owner had a right to cut off
the portion of the root that had come
into his yard.
The Gypsy Moth.
Endeavors to exterminate this pest
have, since 1890, cost the ]Vj.assachu-
setts State Board of Agriculture $700,-
000.
Professor C. H. Fernald, of the board,
in an interview, is reported to have
said that the territory covered by the
gypsy moth is about two hundred
square miles. They are in about twen-
ty towns in Eastern Massachusetts and
this territory has been attacked from
the outside till about half the area has
been cleared. The cost of extermination,
as estimated by Professor Fernald,
would be $200,000 each year, for five
years; $100,000 yearly for another five
years, and about $15,000 yearly for the
third five years. The moth ea.ts every-
thing that grows, except tobacco
leaves. Professor Howard is to inves-
tigate the matter farther this summer
for the Secretary of Agriculture, Wash-
ington, and if his report is satisfac-
tory the burden of the work may be
taken up by the national government.
If pursued carefully, Professor Fernald
says, the war against the moth may be
completed within the first decade of the
twentieth century, so that nothing but
future importation need be feared.
into
cinnati by a Kentucky gr
A Brooklyn magistrate has decided that a
lot owner has a right to cut the roots of a
neighbor's tree which flnd their way into his
(the lot owner's) property.
Large quantities of mildewed roses are ar-
riving in the markets of the principal cities,
caused by the very changeable weather now
being experienced everywhere.
The brown-tailed moth, a pest which does
much damage to fruit trees, has made its ap-
pearance in Massachusetts. Endeavors to ex-
terminate the gypsy moth have already cost
that State $700,000.
A report on the disease of Lilium Harrisli
Missouri Botanical Garden.
Dr. Trelease has issued a circular let-
ter calling the attention of botanists to
the facilities for research afforded at
the Missouri Botanical Garden — facili-
ties as regards library, herbarium, etc.
—that are, perhaps, unsurpassed at any
other similar institution in America.
These, the doctor says, are freely placed
at the disposal of professors of botany
and other persons competent to carry
on research work of value in botany or
horticulture, subject only to such sim-
ple restrictions as are necessary to pro-
tect the property of the garden from
injury or loss. Persons who wish to
make use of them are invited to cor-
respond with Dr. Trelease, at St. Louis,
outlining with as much detail as pos-
sible, the work they desire to do at the
garden, and giving timely notice, so
that provision may be made for the
study of special subjects. Those who
have not published the results of orig-
inal work are requested to state their
preparation for the investigation they
propose to undertake.
Trade Papers and Novelties.
Our good friend, Mr. Hill, in his gen-
eral round-up, printed in our last
week's issue, page 509, makes some-
what paradoxical statements. In one
breath he compliments the newspaper
reports of exhibitions of novelties by
placing them on an equal footing with
the certificates granted by the Carna-
tion Society experts in the matter of
being powerful commercial factors in
promoting the sale of a new variety,
while in the next he goes on to state
that the average press reports are of
no value at all, because in them
"everything is praised and nothing crit-
icised."
This latter condition exists in Mr.
Hill's own mind, because he evidently
believes the quotation he cites— that "a
party would just as soon offend a good
customer as a newspaper man would
dislike to offend a good advertiser,"
which quotation, he says, he has seen
in "one of our trade Journals."
Any trade paper making such an as-
sertion as Mr. Hill quotes must surely
be weak-kneed, possessed of but little
grit, and without the courage of its own
Friend Hill, if he concurs in the senti-
ment of the sentence he quotes, must
have a not very exalted opinion of
"good advertisers." They must, ac-
cording to the view expressed, be a pet-
ulant set of mortals if adverse and hon-
est criticism of their exhibits will of-
fend them! On the other hand, their
integrity must be at a low ebb if they
would allow to go unquestioned any
printed recommendation of their ex-
hibits which they knew would tend to
deceive or defraud their fellow-crafts-
So far as The Exchange is concerned,
we are ready and willing at all times
to express fearlessly and openly our
own opinions on all the things which
affect "good advertisers," just as read-
ily as we would express them on mat-
ters which concern those who are not
good advertisers, or no advertisers at
all; and why shouldn't we? No right-
thinking, fair-minded, "good adver-
tiser" will ever object to, or be offended
by, honest, adverse criticism.
Again, we take exception to Mr. Hill's
statement that the prevailing tendency
of the trade press at all exhibitions of
novelties, (or other shows) is to praise
everything and criticise nothing. Such
is not the case. Nothing is praised un-
less it is deserving of laudation, and
anything that merits condemnation has
its just meed meted out to it.
Press reports are founded upon what
is presented, and conclusions formed
on that, often with prioi: knowledge.
There is no attempt made to determine
the ultimate "commercial value" of any
exhibit; were it otherwise the report-
ers, publishers, etc., would arrogate to
themselves a qualification which nei-
ther they nor any other mortal on this
sublunary sphere does possess. Such
reports should be, and are, factors in
influencing and guiding the trade; and
as present methods go, are even more
to be relied on than the certified reports
of bodies of experts, for the reason that
the merits of the novelties commented
on are generally arrived at from per-
sonal observation of their behavior at
the introducers' establishments— infor-
mation, in nine cases out of ten, not in
the possession of the adjudicators at
our shows.
And while we hope and trust that
press reports are, and will continue to
be, of great assistance to growers, yet
we feel that the trade will look up to the
national society as the highest tribunal
in determining the worth of novelties,
and thereby acting as a guide in all
their dealings; and it behooves that so-
ciety to see to it that this faith is not
Meanwhile, The Exchange will con-
tinue Its reports of novelties, just as
its representatives see them, despite
Mr. Hill's implied thrust that the dis-
pleasure of a "good advertiser" will
muzzle the press and prevent its speak-
ing the truth; in other words, that ad-
vertising patronage will act as a bribe
and incentive to the promulgation by
the press of false or misleading infor-
OBITUARY.
Robert Owen.
Robert Owen, Maidenhead, England,
died while at work in his greenhouse
on Saturday, May 8. He was fifty-
seven years of age and had been suffer-
ing from heart disease.
The deceased was well known as a
chrysanthemum grower. He intro-
duced into England many American
varieties and succeeded in raising quite
a number of first-class exhibition sorts
of the incurved Japanese type, among
them Robert Owen, Viscountess Ham-
bleden and Rose Wynne. His nursery
at Castle Hill, England, was almost
wholly devoted to the raising and prov-
ing of new varieties.
New York,
TYholeRftle Harket.
The depression noted tor the past
two weeks continues. The supply of stock
has lightened very considerably, but even
that tails to help matters. From present
appearances no improvement need be
expected for Decoration Day ; and, should
the apparent curtailed supply mean a hold-
ing back of the stock tor the holiday, dis-
appointment is in store tor such shippers.
Matters may be expected to improve some-
what with the advent of June, as there is
a prospect of a considerable number of
wedding orders in that month.
Lilac is abundant this week, the largest
shipments coming from Newport, R. I.
Canada commenced shipping to this market
Friday.
Pteonies are very plentiful, as also are
sweet peas.
Retail Trade.
Some funeral work and a fair prop' r-
tion of steamer work, comprised the bulk
of the week's business.
The News.
Emil Le Moult appeared in court this
week to testify against a man who has
been making a mark of city florists. His
modus operandi was to order $3 to ?3 worth
of flowers and then present a ch ck for SOc.
to T5c. over the amount, thus obtaining the
difference. The checks proved to be for-
geries, and the operator, upon the testi-
mony of Mr. Le Moult and the police, was
inducted on Wednesday.
Hermann Warrendort had a narrow es-
.cape from bleeding to death, recently,
owing to a hemorrhage, caused by the ex-
traction ot a tooth. Fortunately, he is
now fully recovered, and at work again.
Burglars tried to enter the residence ot
Ernst Asmus at West Hoboken, early
Monday mornin g last. The burglar alarms
worked properl-j and opportunely, and Mr.
Asmus and son were quickly on the alert
with guns, but the marauders i scaped.
This is the second attempt made to burglar-
ize the house within a short time.
W. H. Siebrecht, Astoria, N. Y., together
with his wife and daughter and Miss
Isabelle Siebrecht, sailed on the S. S.
Maasdam, Saturday, May 15, for a trip to
Europe. In the saloon ot the steamer
some beautiful floral pieces were seen bear-
ing the names of the departing tourists.
A meeting of the creditors ot the Pitcher
& Manda estate takes place before the
(Chancellor, on Tuesday next, at Jersey
City at 10 a.m.
Owing to the holiday (Monday )W. Elliott
& Sons will not sell on Tuesday and Friday
as usual, but on Wednesday instead, hold-
ing only on" sale tor the week. R. M.
Gardner & Co. will also adopt the same
plan. Cleary & Co. sell Tuesday and
Friday as usual.
A bill was recently passed at Albany,
and signed by the Governor, to go into
effect June 15, requiring all auctioneers in
this city to furnish bonds tor $2000, or more
if desired by the Comptroller ; also to take
out a license from the Mayor at a cost of
$250.
The receiver of the National Waterproof
Fibre Company has presented a petition to
the Court ot Chancery asking leave to
make sale of the property and assets of the
company in his hands for $650, and will, on
Tuesday, June 1, at 10 A.M., apply to the
Court, at Chancery Chambers, 765 Broad
street, Newark, for an order to make the
said sale. Objections to the sale are to be
presented at that time.
J. J. Van Waveren, of Hillegom, Hol-
land, will sail tor home, per S. S. St. Louis,
on June 2. He has had a successful busi-
ness trip through the United States,
Valentine Burgevin and son, Kingston,
N. Y., were in town this week.
The well-known greenhouse establish-
St. Paul.
broken by copious showers and bed-
ding-out work is progressing finely.
Severe frosts, however, have deterred
work of this kind, and with the ther-
mometer hovering near the freezing
point, cautious planters are not hurry-
ing to put out tender stock.
For Decoration Day.
Decoration Day trade promises
well and shipping orders are coming in
freely. Lilacs and snowballs are about
the only outside stock in bloom, and
the supply is not large. Gardenias
have made their appearance and will
help out in nice shape. A few sweet
peas are being brought in and sell
readily. Roses and carnations are in
good supply and of good quality.
VERITAS.
May 29, 1897.
The F=i-orisxs* Exchange.
535
Boston.
Club FntlTBl.
The annual social event of the
year with the Boston Gardeners and
Florists' Club is the strawberry festival,
and this season it bids fair to excel in
brilliancy all predecessors. The com-
mittee in charge, President Grey. Vice-
President Anderson and Secretary
Dawson, are making the arrangements
and have announced the date, Friday,
June 25. Gentlemen's tickets, 75 cents;
ladies' or children's tickets, 50 cents.
A literary entertainment, refreshments
and a general good time for all partici-
pants go to make up the programme.
ArouDd Town.
The concern of Doogue & Co., 298
Boylston Street, have closed their doors
and retired from the retail cut flower
business.
The rhododendrons are coming into
bloom and James Comley is said to have
a fine show at the Hayes estate in Lex-
ington.
At the special meeting of the Mas-
sachusetts Horticultural Society, on
Saturday last, it unanimously voted
to ratify the action of the Finance
Committee in compromising the Hayes
will with the contestants. By the
terms the boy Harold will receive one-
third of the residue, provided such por-
tion shall not exceed one hundred and
twenty thousand dollars, and the so-
ciety the balance.
Mr. Frank Becker, the genial Cam-
bridge florist, has recently returned
from a fourteen months' visit to his
old home near Mainz, Germany. Mr.
Becker returns in excellent health and
spirits, and although his son. Fred C.
Becker, has succeeded to the business,
the senior finds opportunity to busy
himself about the establishment, where
his interests have centred for many
years.
Mr. Alfred Dimmock, representing
Sander & Co., arrived in town Wed-
nesday.
Society's Exhlbttion.
A very good exhibition was presented
at Horticultural Hall on Saturday last.
Prizes were offered for herbaceous
plants and tree pseonias. There was
only one entry in each class. T. C.
Thurlow made a good showing of tree
pseonias and J. W. Manning one of
herbaceous plants, each receiving first
prize in their respective classes. Mr.
Thurlow also showed a collection of
flowering shrubs, one of which, Cornus
florida rubra, was especially noticeable.
The bracts of this variety are pink and
it is new to this locality. Other inter-
esting exhibits were some magnificent
lily of the valley from the Meillez Hor-
ticultural Co., of Springfield, who were
awarded a first-class certificate of
merit for superior culture; Japanese
lily of the valley, convallaria prolifl-
cans, from Carl Jurgens, of Newport,
R. I., who received a silver medal;
gloxinias from Charles H. Souther; cut
flowers from James Comley, and Mrs.
E. M. Gill and several collections of
native flowers.
Protpectt for Decoration Day,
Decoration Day prospects seem
bright in every way. At this writing,
Thursday afternoon, the only draw-
back is the cold, drizzling weather,
which has a tendency to delay the
placing of orders. There is an abund-
ance of stock, especially in white, col-
ored flowers seeming to have the pref-
erence in advance orders, even at
higher prices.
Carnations are plentiful at from 2 to
3 cents, according to quality. Roses,
mixed, for bouquet and design work,
can be had in any quantity at 6 cents,
finer grades not being so abundant nor
in as great demand. Stocks and spirea
are good and plentiful, at from 2 to 3%
cents. Lilies are not over abundant,
finding a good call at from 10 to 12
cents.
John K. M. L. Farquhar expects to
leave at an early date for a pleasure
trip through Jamaica. He will take
his camera with him, and we hope to
hear an interesting stereopticon de-
scription of the trip on his return.
Next Thursday and Friday, June 3
and 4, will occur the annual free rho-
dodendron exhibition of the Massachu-
setts Horticultural Society.
Another important pest, the brown-
tailed m'ith, has made its appearance
near Boston in the district already in-
tested with the gypsy moth. This new-
comer is particularly partial to fruit
trees, and applications have been made
to the Gypsy Moth Commission to as-
Bist in its extermination. W. K. W.
Philadelphia.
Harket ImprOTfs.
A slight improvement is noticed in
the cut flower market. Prices have noL
advanced, but flowers are scarcer and
the market is cleaned up better than
it has been for the past three weeks.
Roses have fallen off in supply, owing
to some growei-s having cleared out
their houses. We also have had some
very cool nights, the thermometer go-
ing down to 45 degrees. Where no fires
were kept up this has produced mil-
dew and the crop is done for. Any one
having a house or two of roses in good
condition will likely do well the next
Carnations, while yet very plentiful,
do not sell well, owing to so many poor
flowers being sent in. Unless sold the
day of arrival they are practically
worthless. Fancy stock is selling at
$1. with a very few at $1.50. Spring
stock, such as iris and pseonias, is be-
coming very plentiful.
Sweet peas have been more in de-
mand and it is noticed that there is a
greater call for certain colors than for-
merly; the lavenders have been asked
for to a larger extent than usual.
Plant Trade
While there has been a fair busi-
ness done in small plants, it has not
been up to expectations, and the past
few days this trade has been checked
by the cold weather. Decorative plants
have sold slowly.
Boie Notea.
The tendency to plant fewer va-
ever. The bulk of those to be planted
will consist of Beauty, Bridesmaid and
Bride. Several growers are planting a
less number of houses of Meteor than
last year. Hybrids also will not be
grown as extensively as formerly, their
place being taken by Beauty.
Floriitk' Board of Trade.
C. S. Loder, secretary of this as-
sociation, spent several days in this
city recently and succeeded in obtain-
ing many subscribers to this useful or-
ganization, which is now increasing in
membership very rapidly.
Among the Bowlers.
The bowlers met last week and
perfected an organization. So tar it
consists of twenty-five members. Prizes
are being arranged and the bowlers will
be graded into classes and separate
play nights assigned to each class. This
should result in much good, and if kept
up the Quaker City ought to regain its
old form and turn out a strong team
this year.
Decoration Dajr Ontlook.
Decoration Day business is very
promising, orders having been already
placed for a good many flowers. But
prices will be low. The quantity of
dried work, of Cape flowers, etc., is
large. The growers around the ceme-
teries are very busy and have all the
orders they can take care of. The
cheaper grades of plants are most in
demand; the cool nights are against
large sales of the tenderer plants.
Florists' Club Notes.
A good meeting is looked for next
week, when Edward Campbell, the
well-known landscape gardener, will
read a paper on "Shrubs— Selection and
Planting, as Suitable to the Florists'
Trade."
The Gun Club.
Not much has been said of this
organization lately, but they are just
as much in evidence as ever, holding
semi-monthly shoots, and some good
scores are recorded. They are also
holding their own in the monthly shoots
of the Gun Club League, which is com-
posed of the leading clubs in this city.
Besolntlons on Death of UUs SchafflTer.
The following resolutions were
adopted by the Pennsylvania Horticul-
tural Society, at its meeting, on Tues-
day, May IS. 1S97:
The I\■•ml.^ylv.^nla Horticultural Society
lias learned with deep regret of the death
of Miss lilizabeth Schaffer, and herewith
place on record an expression of their
deep sense of the loss this organization
has sustained in the death of the society's
late benefactress.
Miss Schaffer, upon the death of her
brother. William L. Schaffer ("president
of the society, an officer of unexampled
liberality"), assumed the place of her
brother as a contributor, and surpassed
him in benefits conferred, among other
things transferring to trustees, for the so-
ciety, the property known as Horticul-
tural Hall, upon which the new hall was
trected in 1806, a piece of real estate of
great
The Per
a Horticultural Society
e memory of Miss Schaffer and her
jnilioent bequest, which has placed the
ciety upon such a permanent nnancial
sis, thus enabling the society to ad-
lich she and her brother were so deeply
terested during their lives.
DAVID RUST.
Index to Advertisers.
Baldwin A J
DarliugO T
Emuittus Geo
A«l>»r«(Suii
ElUoU Wm H 643
Smith WO 5^9
Aslers
Hughes Geo J 692
Merkel O & Son 6'i8
EoBbach Ai 0 630
Schmidt JO iOo... 638
Auction Sales.
Elliott Wm i Sous.. 644
McCarthy N F 4 Co. 543
Bee<>nll»
Betscher Bros., 532
Cottage Gardens. ... 626
Dieterioh O P & Bro. 636
Dojle J A 63i
Hill EG* Co.
638
BulbNand Roots
Allen Chaa H 626
BergerH H *i Co 626
Clucas&BoddiQgtoa 627
Faust H Qi Co 626
ilardlnerJoUu « Co 527
Jooeten 0 H. . . . 6'i7 641
Hulsebosoh Bros .... 526
LougD B 636
MoAllister F E Co . 6.i6
Ouworkerk P 629
Roller Aug & Sons.. 644
bchmllzF W 0 626
Van Houtte Louis... 532
VaughansSeedStoie 6.17
OoDuell Beuj
Oonard, A F
Co tage Gardens 525
Elizabeth Ni
Evenden B
HU1EG& Co
Pierson F R Co . .
Siebrecht & Son
OariialloE
Cottage Gardens.
: John &Co..
McBride A
Search Vf ]
Buffalo Cut Flow Ex 64;
Dale U 62
Dumont & Co 64
EUlson Wm 64:
EUla « PoUsworth.. 63:
Fltzg'ld&Uammond 54
Fleoaeustein Uhaa O 64:
Ford Bros 64
linnther W H 54
Hari Uichael A 64
Horan BO 6*2
IlUnoisCutFlowerCo 642
Easting WmF. ... 6J3
Kennloott Bros Oo. 642
Kuahn 0 A 543
Lang
642
Moukhouse John... 543
N I Out Flower Oo. 642
Pennook Samuel 8. 642
Purdy S Blauvell. . . 542
ReldEdw 542
Reinberg Bros
iParkFlOo.
.ft F.
642
Traendly 4 Schenok 642
Hllflnger Bros 541
McCarthy N. F. 4 Oo. 643
Rolker 4 Sons Aug. 641
Syracuse Pottery Oo 641
hlUdln Pottery Oo 641
tilallng Malerli
Oarmody J I>
Chadborn- Kennedy
Ooldwell-Wllcoi Co. 640
Oowon'sN Sons 637
Oletsob Aft Co 537
Dreer H A 637
Gaaser. JM 640
Hlppard E
Hltcblngs ft Oo..
Jackson Jnhn H.
IS E J 628
, J 629
Craig, Robt 629
DaleH 629
ich C P ft Bros. 636
ft Poll worth... 682
Emmans, Geo M 528
den Bros 630
Freeman J B 6'29
HeisB J B 638
Henderson, John Oo. 629
ion & Perklna
;D ii ..'.'.'.'.'.'.'.'. 636
Merkel ft Son 528
Moore Frank 1, 628
Myers* Samtman.. 629
ManzftNeuner 629
Nat'l Plant Co 6i9
Oak Park Nurseries. 628
Uuwerkerk P 629
KeinbergBros 629
RultleBros 628
Scott R ft Son 628
637
Lookland Lumber Oo 540
Lord ft Bnrnham Oo 537
Monlnger John 0 Oo r "
Ormsbv E A
Pierce FO Co I
plenty's Horticul-
tural Works 637
Van Home Griffen
ftCo
Wolf AQft Bro
Wood Glass Co.. ..
Second Hand
Geraniums.
Baldwin a' J '.'.'. '!..'.'
Benedict Geo H
Betscher Bros
Harrison John 639
Herr A M 639
Hopp ft Lemke 639
Logan av (Ireenh's 639
Long Daniel B 636
Meadow View Green-
houses 639
Reinberg Bros 629
Ren&rd Jos 639
Siebert OT 639
SmlthWC 629
Taylor E J 639
Weber H ft Sons.. .. 639
Ohryaanthemunis
Beckerl T F .1311
Benedict Geo H 530
BetscherBros 632
Bunting SJ 630
Cottage Gardens 525
ElseleO 614
EiieleJO 6S.I
Haokett John ftCo. .iSO
Hill EG 4 Oo 6,36
Lone D B 536
Merkel C ft Son 52S
Pitcher* Manda 526
Simpson Robt .. .. 5i9
Smith W O 629
Smith N ft Son 630
Wood Bros 631
Dahlias.
Davis AB&Son.
Enapper Albert.
Bayersdorfer H ft Co 644
ElUoit Wm H 543
Gormain Fruit Co... 626
Highlands Nursery. 543
Kelr Wm 643
Nat'l Plant Co 643
PennockSS 642
fUckseokerOhasH... 641
Schrader Gus 643
Decorative Plants
Bader, Jno 627
BakerCbasF 6j7
Becker Fred C 514
Corning E 644
Craig Robt 629
Doyle J A 532
Elizabeth Nury Co.. 626
Foster LH 5)4
Beaser W J 6i4
Hill EGftOo 636
Jordan Floral Co.. . 627
Pierson F R Oo 62.'*
Roehrs Julius 627
Scott Jno 636
Slebreohtft Sons... 614
Van Houtte Louis. . . 63j
WlttboldOeo 644
American Jadoo Oo.
Cottage Gardens 526
Dietrich 0 P & Bro. 636
Dillon JL 636
Doyle J A 6;H
Ellis ft PoUworth... 632
Emmans Geo M 628
Evendeu Bros 530
Hill EGftCo 636
Husband) I 63.1
Kruechka MA 630
McBride. A 532
National Plant Co... .Vj9
For Sale. To Lease. . . 638
Boerner Fred 539
Buntings J 530
Doyle J A 630, 632
Evenden Bros 530
Hackett John ft Co. . 539
HillE G ft Co 636
Insecticides anil
Funeli'idet
Jooeten 0 H 527,511
LoulsTllleTob'co Co 511
Skabcura Dip Co.... 641
Aschmann Q
Conard A F
Cunuingliam Jos H. 536
Elhsft PoUswonh!!
Felthonsen J E - .
Greene ft Underbill.
Greene Oo. Floral
Rosbacb A !: G
Scott John
SeawanhakaGrhsi^s.
Storrs ft Harrison Oo 627
Wood Bros 632
Sulvia.
McBride A 632
Burpee WA & Oo 526
CiucasSj Boddlngton 627
Faust H G ftOo .... 626
Germain Fruit Co.. . 6i6
JennlngsEB 626
McAllister F EOo... 626
Bolker A ft Son 644
Roemer Fred 626
Rupp J F 626
Schiller J L 626
Weeber&Don 62S
Slirnbs, Flowerlns
and Ornamental.
OuwerkerkP 629
Storrs ft Harrison Co 627
Van Houtte Louis.. . 632
Smilax Planta.
BaUerFA 632
Betscher Bros 632
ingSJ 630
Herr A M 639
Hughes Geo J.. . 432
LongDB 636
Vick«
I Co.
63U
^prin
ingCoThe 641
i ft Knight 641
Stebbins E M fg Co. 641
Supplies and
Requisites
Bayersdorfer H ft Co 544
Boston Letter Co . . . 64u
Con ley John & Son.. 640
Ellis ft Pollworth .. 632
Ellison W 613
Herrmann A 644
Kasting Wm F 543
Kennlcott Bros Oo . . 642
Kuehn 0 A 643
McAllister F EOo.. 636
McCarthy N F ft Oo. . 643
McKellar 0 W 641
Meyer Jno
: Eelle:
640
Musnr
Oardlnei
Scott Jn
lizabeth Nurs Co 626
RlceM ftC
King ft Knight.
HargadineEO
PuUen Alex
icbmidt. J CiCo.,
Vincent B Jrft Son. 627
VlnrsandCllmni->a
Bailer. F. A 632
Benedict Geo H 630
6S0
630
1 BonJ..
Harrison Oo 5'27
Storrs
Orchid
Corning E... .
Logan Av G'houses.. 639
Refrl.:eratoi
Chooolato Cooler Co. 640
Dann J H i
Dietrich 0 P ft Bros. (36
Elizabeth Nurs. Oo.. 626
Everllt ft Insall 680
Ouwerkerk P 629
Pitcher ft Manda 626
Sailer WH 630
fltorra ft Harrison Oo 627
Boulon Fd
Connell BenJ .
ElseleO
Merkel ft Son.
536
Thb F=i-orists* Exchkngb.
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THE FLORISTS-
538
SITUATIONS WANTED.
bout display. Wbe
The F^lorists' Exchange.
JITUATION t
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rANTED a position t
references. Addre
Exchanee.
T^ANTEU slluai
In all brancbea of
t flowers, with 1
^ GOOD Br
place, and familiar with every detail
viinla, care Florists' Excl
' addressiOK Fennsyl.
HELP WANTED.
Florists' Excbaope.
IJV ANTED.
boy about 17 years old who ui
e of horse and is acquainted with
I florists store. Apply by letter t^
199 Court St., BROOKLYN,
STOCK WANTED.
Small Stock Wanted
Of Ericas, Acacia Paradoxa and Gen-
ista. State price, varieties, age and
size. Also small Ferns and Palms.
W. B. JOBES, Florist,
Box 300. Bordentown, N. J
IJV ANTED
200 Strong and Healthy Plants of
Kaiserin Augusta Victoria
Must be flue.
W. B. JOBES, Florist, Bordentown, N, J
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
TO I.ET.
K. C, Florists' Exohan
FOR SALE CHEAP. L?,'«/'S^S
N. Y, City,
Paying I
I story dweilii
. J.. FIoriitB' Exchange.
GREENHOUSES TO RENT.
in thorouBh i
7 rooms.
Will I
Address H. R. STEVENS, Dover,Mass.
FOR SALE AT A BARGAIN.
First-class green
Lake, N. J., fully s
ness. For particvilars apply i
MILAN ROSS, Agency,
Asbury Park, N. J.
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
FOR SALE.
established custom. A rare chance for
nQ experienced c .t flower grower with capital.
For further particulars address Florist 5, care
of Florists' Exchange.
FOR RENT
The well-known greenhouses recently
owned and operated by T. H. Spauldlng,
at Orange, N. J. For all particulars
apply to
AMIJND JOHNSEM,
114 West 34tli Street, NEW VORH.
An Opportunity
To Lease
A HOTHOUSE PLANT WITH A
WELL ESTABLISHED BUSINESS.
Two houses 20x130.
Two houses 10x100.
Dwelling house 5 rooms.
P. 0. Box 466, ■ WEST TROY, N. Y.
Greenhouse Appliances.
FOR SALE CHEAP. "^.V„-%'^„fl
FOR SALE.
1 Shipman Engine, 1 H. P., in perfect con-
dition, suitable for pumpio^f water, etc.; reasun
for selling, have city water now. Will sell lor
$60.00, cost $160.00. Come and see it; if you buy
will allow you car fare for 100 miles. K. F.
Hahn, Cornwall-on-HudBun, N. Y
FOR SAI.E.
ENOS H. DAI.V,
. O. Box 321, Rahway, N. J.
rnn OII r one Second-Hand Flue and
Return Tubular Leg
U feet long. 7 feet diameter; tested 80 lbs. steam
Suitable for Hothouse. Apply to
W. E. BERNARD, Pier 76, North Wharves,
PHILADELPHIA, PA.
B. K. BARRS, Jacksonville, Fla.,
has opened a Seed Store, and would
like Wholesale Catalogues and Price
Lists.
Binns, jnarnages, leams
We will publish, free of charge, notices
of all births, marriages, and deaths oc-
curring in families connected with the
trade. When notifying us of same Mndly
furnish full particulars In each case.
BIRTH.
Troy.— At 64.5 Carlton Avenue. Brook-
lyn, on Saturday, May 32, the wife of J. H.
Troy, of the Rosary, New York, of a son.
DEATH.
Wilson.— At Mechanicsville, Pa., on Sun-
day, May 23, Samuel Wilson, seedsman, in
the 73d year of his age.
Pittsburg.
Market Notes.
The market conditions havo not
changed for the better since my last
notes, and from various reports have
been even worse than reported then.
Cut flowers are plentiful enough, but if
the weather continues as cool as it has
been for almost a week th-^re will not
be any too much stock if Decoration
Day trade should be heavy. Out-door
stock, particularly h. p. roses and paeo-
nias, will hardly be in bloom unless
the weather gets much warmer, which
is not at all likely, as frosts were pre-
dicted last night, and, to-night, May 25,
the indications are very promising for
a light frost. In Westmoreland County
heavy rain and hailstorms did much
damage to fruit and growing crops, the
ground being covered with hail. West-
ern Pennsylvania has been getting its
share of hail the last few years, after
escaping for so long a time, and it can
be counted in the belt now for a cer-
Bedding plant trade was never worse
than this season up to date. Only a
few more days until Decoration Day
and houses are pretty well stocked up
yet, but as very little planting out has
been done, the season will likely con-
tinue until the middle of June, although
prices generally drop after the end of
May. The bedding plant stock is of
about the same quality as usual and
prices for good plants are the same as
last year — four-inch geraniums are
quoted at $7.50 per hundred, but inferior
stock is offered much lower.
Tlie KewB.
An employe of Miss Anna Klop-
per, the florist of Allegheny City, left
the greenhouses one inorning last week
with a wagon load of stock for market
and has not been heard of since. A re-
ward has been offered for his return
and the wagon and horse.
M. Renkauf, of Bayersdorfer & Co..
Philadelphia, was a visitor during the
week. E. C. REINEMAN.
Cleveland.
Late Spring.
The weather continues cool, with occa-
sional rains; three nights within the past
week frosts have threatened the destruc-
tion of small fruit and tender bedding
stock.
First indications pointed toward an early
Spring, but continued cool weather has
held vegetation back, and steady rains pre-
venting much progress with spring work
on heavy soils, the outlook is most dis-
couraging in some stctions. Such un-
favorable conditions have certainly had a
depressing effect upon the florists' busi-
Not only has it been felt by storekeepers
in cut flower and plant lines, but by the
numerous smaller growers who depend so
largely on outdoor Spring work, such as
beds, porch boxes, hanging baskets, etc.
Stores.
Store trade tor the past week has
been good, a great improvement over the
two previous weeks, aud stock of some
things is closely used up. Numerous
decorations for concerts, weddings, recep-
tions and banquets, held within the last
fortnight were handled by our florists, and
such work demanding the best stock pro-
curable, created considerable movement in
that class of flowers, and caused a scarcity
of some things, viz., sweet peas, Lilium
auratum, roses and smilax. Among the
most notable of these functions were the
banquet of the Cleveland Chamber of
Commerce, and also that of the Ohio State
Medical Association, the decorations for
which were handled by J. M. Gasser.
Jas. Eadie had a large decoration at the
Ella Russell musical concert.
A slight advance in prices is looked
for within the next few days, and a good
demand for all kinds of plants and flowers
for Decoration Day is expected.
Roses are now selling at 7.5c. to -SI per
dozen; carnations, Zbc. for best; sweet peas,
15c. per dozen; Lilium auratum, %'i per
dozen. Outdoor valley is plentiful. Some
S'lUthern grown pteonies are offered; these
bring $3 per dozen.
Mrs M. Winterfield has opened
a general retail store at 36n Erie street. It
is a fine roomy store, with large show
window. The whole establishment has a
very inviting appearance.
Recent visitors in town were: W. War-
naar. representing Van Heerastra & Co;
Sassenheim, Holland; W. R. Roach, rep-
resentine J. ^ "'-" --'-•- ^ ■ •■
N. Y.
B. SHEPH£K1>,
of NoTeltles, (.ffei
the entire stock of some Grand New B<
ponlas, New Abutilons, and a New Dwai
Double Fuchsia. Correspondence solicited.
Ventura by the Sea, California.
J. C. SCHHIDT & CO., Bristol, Pa.
I O 00^ CERA N I U M S ,
1000 COLEUS VERSGHAFFELTII, \
500 COLEUS GOLDEN BEDDER,
2 inch pots, at $1.76 per 100.
■W. r. BRINXON, Cbristlana, Pa.
ALTERNANTHERA
p. MAJOR, bright red, $2.00 per loo; $iS.oo
per 1000.
A. NANA, yellow, $2.00 per 100 ; $,8.00 per
These are very good colored and strong pot
grown plants. Cash with order.
FABER & STAHLHUT,
New Lots Road and Shepherd Ave., BROOKLYN. N. Y
WHEN WRITINS MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANOS
EGHEVERIA!
S3S.OO per 1000.
CUSTAV OTTO»
e, JERSEY CITY, N. J.
_ inch pots,
3J^ or 4 inch pots, $2.00 per 100, or $18.00 per
louO, in separate colors of white, large flower-
ing, new, or red, or in mixed colors.
Also about 50 LARGE-LEAVED FICU8,
stocky plants, from 4 to 8 ft. high, all cut
back and branchy, nice for propagating.
Prices on application.
J. J. VOTSDERSAAR,
675 Madison Ave., Indianapolis, Ind.
ORCHIDS FOR GDTTIN6.
The Largest and Finest Stock In the World.
St. llbans, England.
Bruges, Belgium.
Agent, A. DIMMOCK, care of Weeber & Don,
Seedsmen, lU Chambers St., N. T. City.
WHENWWmwC MFNTICW^E njQRIPT-^ ^^CHb' '(-■<'
JUST RECEIVED A FINE GONSIGKMENT OF
wm mm
nived in splendid and fresh look-
CYPRIPEDIUM INSIGNE
n 6 inch pots. Prices upon application, an
eferences required trom unknown parties.
Orders booked for Cattleya Blosslfe.
ROSBS
per
Meteor $3 00 %1^ 00
W. La France .... 8 00 25 00
The Bride 3 00 2.5 00
Perledes Jardins . . 4 00 35 00
iOHILLEi, THE PEARL, »«.»o po. .«».
SWAINSONA SPLENDENS '^-'.iiTo^'e^ioo
Caeh. or flrBt-claas bank references mugt ac-
J. B. HEISS, 1 16 So. Main St., Dayton, 0.
May 2t|' 1897-
Thb Pl-orists' Excht^nge.
539
Toronto.
The May meeting of the Garden-
ers and Florists' Association was held
on Tuesday. May 18, very tew members
being present. But little business was
transacted. It was decided to have an
excursion early this summer and a
committee was appointed to make in-
quiries and report at next meeting.
Bedding-out in this locality is very
late this spring the wet season and cold
nights being the principal causes of
this. Tulips and spring flowering
plants generally have done exceptional-
ly well; the flowers have been of un-
usual size and substance. Pansies
have been very good and thousands of
them have been sold, the wholesale
price being from $1 to $3 per hundred.
The trade in hardy flowering shrubs,
ampelopsis, hardy roses and general
nursery stock has been more than up to
the average.
tree Planting Ceremony.
Quite a number of trees were
planted in our parks and also in private
places on May 24, the anniversary of
the birth of Her Majesty Queen Vic-
toria. Those planted in the parks were
attended with considerable ceremony
and much talking was indulged in fa-
vorable to tree planting generally. Our
Park Commissioner always seizes hold
of such opportunities to impress on the
City Fathers the necessity of planting
for the future benefit of the city, and
his work is beginning to show in all
our parks.
■*rket Iteme.
St. Lawrence market was crowded
on Saturday with bedding plants of al-
most every description, and considera-
ble stock was disposed of, although the
night before had been very cold, and
potatoes and other soft stock that was
out cut to the ground. There was also
a fine show of cut flowers, but they did
not go quite so well as usual.
All our stores have good displays of
seasonable cut flowers, but prices are
down. Roses are nearly all good and
are selling at from $4 down to 50c. per
100. Carnations are also very cheap.
TuUps, lily of the valley and lilac, from
outside, are very plentiful.
Most of the florists expect a good
season in plants, but the next- two
weeks will tell the tale.
THOS. MANTON.
St. Louis.
■Hket Report.
There was quite a shortening up
of the supply of roses here last week,
due to thf decreased receipts from out-
of-town shippers, who. perhaps, sent
their stock to neighboring cities, hoping
to find a better market than ruled here
the previous week. The decreased re-
ceipts had a beneficial effect upon the
rose market and advanced values a
hundred per cent, on some varieties.
But considering the extreme low mar-
ket here the previous week, such an
advance does not place the stock sold
on a basis profitable to the grower.
There was no speculative buying on the
part of the retailers and no stocking
up for display, as is reported from other
cities, but enough trade from legitimate
sources to enable our wholesalers to
make clean sales of all varieties of
roses except Bride and Kaiserin, which
were in large supply, and, owing to the
scarcity of funeral worls, in light de-
mand.
The bulk of the roses now coming in
are not of prime quality. During the
past two weeks the days were hot and
the nights so cool that the thermometer
registered as low as 45 degrees. As a
result of tnis there is an abundance of
mildewed stock. Meteor. La France and
Testout were scarce and sold at good
figures. All other varieties were plen-
tiful. Beauty was in good demand at
$3 per dozen. Out-of-door Jacqs were
plentiful. North of Kimswick sending
in daily several thousand, which found
ready sale at 60c. to $2 per 100.
Carnations continue piling in in great
quantities, but heavy as receipts were
there were few losses. Scott enjoyed
the best call. Fancy white were scarce
and commanded $1 jicr 100, but poor
quality white was slow sale. Portia
found no appreciators. Prices are down
to $1 per 100 for fancy and 50c. per 100
tor standard carnations. There were
no sales at lower figures.
Gladioli are plentiful and sell readily
at $6 per 100.
Sweet peas are a great glut and it
seems impossible to effect clear sales
at the low price of 20c. per 100.
Callas are in steady supply, but ow-
ing to absence of funeral work sell at
$4 per 100.
Pteonias are abundant and dropped
from $6 to $2 per 100, under the pres-
sure of heavy receipts.
The demand for smilax is light and
prices declined to $10 per 100.
A trip to Biddle Market early last
Saturday morning disclosed an activity
in trade in bouquets put up by huck-
sters that surprised me. They were
wonderfully made in all sizes and
forms, without regard to artistic effect.
All sorts of out-door flowers, tied to-
gether with cotton twine, were em-
ployed in their make-up. There were
fully 200 of these bouquets on the wo-
man's stand, and at 25c. each this rep-
resents a pretty fair day's business and
a good per cent, of profit, too. Flower
business was not dull there.
The Neii>.
I report with regret the death of
Mrs. Charles Holzborn.
F. C. Weber's handsome new store
and palm house, at Olive Street and
Boyle Avenue, is rapidly nearing com-
pletion.
There is some talk of organizing a
wheelmen's club among the florists
here. The movement is in the hands
of Messrs. Charles E. Schoenle, William
Lingenbrink and Charles G. Flecken-
stein. Send in your applications, boys.
Harmony is what we want, not discord.
The contents of the Trillow green-
houses, at Old Orchard, Mo., were sold
at auction last Tuesday. E. H. Michel
acting as auctioneer. Roses out of 2%-
inch pots and caT-nation cuttings sold
very low to attending growers, but
there was spirited bidding for bedding-
out stock and some of it brought good
prices. CHAS. G. FLECKBNSTEIN.
Springfield, Mo.
The summer meeting of the Missouri
State Horticultural Society will be held
in G. A. R. Hall here on June 8. 9 and
10 next. A very interesting programme
has been prepared. Premiums will be
given on all fruits and flowers ex-
hibited. L. A. Goodman, Westport,
Mo., is secretary.
Newtown, L. I.
Adolph Saehse has Just received a
consignment of Cattleya labiata in
splendid condition. Owing to the febre
perniciosa, a tropical fever, as malig-
nant as yellow fever, which almost dec-
imated the population of the district
where C. labiata is obtained, collecting
was very much hindered.
Hail.
C. HUMFELD, Clay Center, Kan.,
writes us telling of the advantages of
being insured in the Florists' Hail As-
sociation and compliments that body
on its promptitude in paying his claim,
which was settled within flfteen days
after the loss was sustained.
•«VI»I. J. CHIISNICK, Trenton, N.J.
WHEN wnrriNQ MEernON the noRiST-s cxchangi
ALTERNANTHERA.
>L. NANA, (red and green)
2 00 per 100: $16 00 ner 1000.
1A8. T. DARLING.
Stony Urook, I,. 1..N.Y.
FINE PLANTS— LOW PRICES.
10,000 Double Gram Gi-rnnluins. 2M Inch
pots, fJ.OO per 100. 15.000 CoIeii». tiest v»netle«,
■i'^ lnc3h pnis. fJOO per 100. 300 Sword Fernn,
flne,.1 In. p..t», tS.OOperlOO.
NICHOLAS AIMOS, - Crestline, Ohio.
WHEN WRrriNO MENTION THE PLORISTS* EXCHANGt
uyDRiNGEiGunmes
mall, $126
100. Ht-
A ]MISXAK.E,
to ilelny your orders for
MINNIE COOK.
Price Bhcinlii be $3.00 por KXI; $36.00 per 1000.
MEADOW VIEW GREENHOUSES,
PARSIPPANY, N. Y.
Carnations, Etc.
HIGH GRADE ROOTED CUTTINGS.
Write for price list.
H. WEBBR & SONS,
p. O. Bo> 67, OAKLAND, Md.
MORELLO
The New Scarlet.
From soil.
HOPP&LEMKE,
Kapldt*. nilch.
URITINaMeNTIONT
J GRALLERT & CO. J
I CARNATION growers!
I COLM A, *^'* fy^y C AL. I
BT'S EXCHANGE
Toe brigbtesi and most productive scarlet
carnation yet introduced.
Strong planla, $4 00 per 100
Rooted cuttiDKS, 3 00
Send for complete Hat of 100,000 carnation
planla and rooted cuttinRS in 20 varietite.
KeaRNATIONS {
F. DORNER & SONS CO., $
La Fayette. Ind. #
Carnation Cuttings
strong and well rooted, of the following var-
ieties: Jubilee, Triumph, Armazindy, Alaska,
Bridesmaid, Dean Hole, Goldfinch, Lizzie
McGowan, Mme. Albertini, Meteor, Peachblow,
Rose Queen, Silver Spray, Wm. Scott, Uncle
PRIMULAS, 2H inch, $2.00 per lOa
Send for list and prices on large lots.
Logan Avs. GrsenhousBS, - Danvina, Ml.
ROOTED CUTTINGS.
CARNATIONS.
Per 100 Per 1000
WM. SCOTT $1.00 $7.50
LIZZIE McGOWAN . 1.00 8.00
other varieties all sold out.
EDW. J. TAYLOR,
tkbmb: Wholesale Cai^nallon Grower,
OiBh or Reference. SOCTHPOKT, CONN.
PEBB'S GflPHTIONS. I
1000 100
Alaska an d Cartledge $7 50 $1 00
Bridesmaid and Dorner 10 00 135
Abundance 20 00 2 60
Trlnmph and Armazindy 30 00 3 60
Jubilee 40 00 6 00
SMILAX 5 00 100
Cash with the order. Everything guaranteed;
if not satisfactory you can reluru it at my ex-
pense and have your money refunded you.
ALBERT M.HERR, LB. 496, Lancaster, Pa.
One of the Family.
I consider the Florist" Exchange one of the
amlly ami cannot do without it.
Alvin. Tex , Oct. n, '96. JAS. WHITTEN
X-^ 1 1~klWT i M^¥/^lWTr» Rooted cuttings all sold except Ophelia, Tbos.
I AM\^AIIll^^ CartledRe, Rose Queen, Annie Lons-
^"AVIVi^/Y 1 IVfi lO dale, at $1.5n per IiiU ; $12 00 per 1000. -Wm.
^ Scott, Portia, Sweetbrler and mcCowan
— ^■^^^■^^^~^~~~~~^~~ ai $1.15 per 100 ; $10.00 per lOUO.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS-Tn quantity, from 2 inch pots. « varieties, best new and old
from %'^M to $4.0u per 100. Send for price list.
HYDRANGEA OTAKSA, from 2 inch pots, $3.00 per 100. Cash with order, please.
JOHN HAGKETT S CO., 62d St., near Elmwood Ave., PHILADELPHIA, PA.
Harrison's
m White.
COME AND SEE IT.
Prict: $10.00 per 100,
$40.00 per 600, $70.00 per 1000
Cash or aatlsfactory reference.
JOHN HARRISON,
739 Bergen Ave., Av'ir.rrmii.
JKUSEV CITY, N. J.
Take Bnyonne or OreenTllle
Car from PfnasTlTanln R. K.
Ferry icet otr a| Hldwell Atp.
NTIONTHEFIOBIST-S
540
The F^l-orists* Exchmnge.
JOHN CONLEY & SON,
MANUFACTDRKBS OF
TIN FOIL
- and 4 Doiiiiiiick Street,
NEW YORK.
CHOCOLATE COOLER CO.,
GRAND RAPIDS, MIOH.
IfanafaotnreTi of
FLORIST'S REFBIGERtTORS.
BY MAKING SPECIALTIES
of the (oUowlDB arllcles I can supply them
In excellent quality at reaaonable prloea.
PAPER, PAPER BAGS, TOOTHPICKS,
WAXED and TISSUE PAPERS, TWINE
Send a list of your wants for estimate.
H. A. SOHL, 147 E. 42d St., N.Y.
M. RICE &CO.,
Importers and Manufacturers of
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.
25 N. 4th St., Philadelphia, Pa. '
NEW FALI. CATALOGUE NOW BEADT
"WELCH BROXHERS,
DEALERS IN
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
■,'Si,°eVr„15ra'c'i: ! boston.
.Wire DesiRus, Wheat Sheaves, Baskets, Im-
mortelles. Cape FIdwers, Cut Flowers. Boxes.
TELEPHONE 1782 18TH ST.
MEYER GREEN SILKALINE.
; 8UIUZ ud ISFlSAdUS.
colors for tying piu-poses. Send for samples and prices.
JOHN C. BIEVER & CO.,
8? Summer Street, BOSTON, MASS., U. 8. A
Boston Florist Letter Co.
N. F. McCarthy, Treas. & Hanager.
o'JSKS'i,. BOSTON, MASS. „ „;K'.°,'-.t.
Knoxville, Tenn,
A very heavy hailstorm visited us on
the 20th. Fortunately for florists, the
Ftorm -n-as not general, its path being
about one-half a mile wide. The hail-
stones •,\ere very large— about two
inches in diameter — and the ground was
completely covered. Many of the mar-
ket gaideners experienced heavy losses.
Strawberries and other fruit was com-
pletely cut to pieces and growing crops
suffered severely. The same day two
inches of snow fell on the mountains
in North Carolina, not far from us.
The bedding-out season is virtually
over, and, take it all in all, has been a
very good one, indeed. There has been
a noticeable inc.-ease in the demand for
a better class of plants, particularly pot
roses, clematis, tuberous-rooted bego-
nias, palms, etc. The leading geranium
has been double General Grant, and the
supply has hardly equalled the demand.
The Southern Railroad has just had
planted a very flue bed, thirty feet in
diameter, near the station, which has
proved quite an attraction, and has
been so satisfactory that much more
work of a similar nature will be done
next year.
C. W. Crouch has pulled down three
of his rose houses and will rebuild at
once— new ones that will be up-to-date
in eveiy particular.
C. Baum has had some remarkably
fine carnation blooms from time to
All have their winter stock out, and
from the way it has taken hold prom-
ises to make grand plants by fall. —
Chicago.
imitcd
among those who are unable, or un-
willing, to do anything in the plant
trade line. Considering the slack win-
ler trade, as a whole the present con-
dition caps the climax and causes a
good deal of misgiving regarding the
future.
Of course, those who cater to the
plant trade as well should now be ac-
tive, but low prices also rule with
them, and a good deal of business has
to be done for very little money. Just
now there is no doubt, however, that
those growers who are near enough to
the market and have, in part, gone
back to the plant trade, instead of roses
and carnations, are feeling better, even
with low prices, than those \\'ho have to
depend upon cut flowers alone.
In an endeavor to augment their in-
comes some of the down-town florists
are trying the fakir and department
store low-price methods.
The past week there was lots of stock
in the market, and with such poor
home demand cut prices was again the
rule. The beginning of this week shows
quite a falling oft in roses, caused no
doubt by several cold, chilly days. This
will help matters somewhat in keeping
up prices, perhaps to Decoration Day.
■We hope to be able to give a little bet-
ter report in our next.
The asking figures now are: Beau-
ties, long, $20@$25; Bride, Bridesmaid,
Mermet, Meteor, $2@$3; Perle, Niphetos,
$1.60@$2; carnations, mixed, 75c.@$l;
standard, $1@$1.50; fancy, $2@$3; tulips
and narcissus, $2@$4; these will end
this week. Lilies and callas are up to
$6@$10 again. Smilax brings $15@$20.
Pjeonias are now much in evidence and
realize $2@$5. Home-grown stock pjeo-
nias is not yet in, save possibly the
double red; but an enormous quantity,
Southern gn.twn, is in cold storage, so
they will be plentiful enough. A ple-
thora of double and single Poet's nar-
cissi and iris are also treated in the
same way.
Some growers have now the storage
method down to a fine point as regards
PEeonias. The blooms are cut before
opening, tied in bunches, each bunch
being wrapped in paper. Probably no
other flower comes out of cold storage
in better condition. The growers are
making money by the system.
It is supposed that from 25 to 50 per
cent, advance on the rates given will be
the price for Decoration Day on roses
and carnations.
Quantities of jasmines are in and
selling at %l per 100, sometimes below
that figure. Durant, of Texas, is send-
ing in very fine long-stemmed jas-
mines, extra large flowers, which sell
at $2 per 100, easier than do the com-
mon blooms at $1.
The weather is not as favorable for
Cypress
Greenhouse Material.
We ;ire the pioneers in Clear Cypress Greenhouse Material. We
discovered that Cypress is better than any other wood for green-
houses from top of posts up and we introduced it, and fought for it
against many prejudices, and finally succeeded in bringing it into
general use.
Others have attempted to follow where we lead, others are trying
to reap what we sowed, but we ha\'e the e.xperience and are recog-
nized as e.xperts in greenhouse construction.
Lockland Lumber Co.
LOCKLAND, OHIO.
the plant trade and prices are low, with
business, so far, sluggish.
ArODnd Town.
Charles Frauenfelder, formerly of
the Garfield Park Rose Co., is now
building, on his own lot, at 1,602 West
Madison Street, a fancy flower store,
with greenhouses at the rear of the lot.
He will grow palms and decorative
stock, mostly.
The Art Floral Co. has removed from
Michigan Avenue to 155 Twenty-second
Street.
C. B. Chase has removed to 131 Twen-
ty-second Street, a few numbers east
of his old stand.
J. E. Killen, of C. H. Joosten, New
York, was in the city the past week, as
also J. F. Wilcox, of Council Bluffs,
Iowa. EDGAR SANDERS.
SUMMER M WINTER
By Usinir
Standard Greenhouse Boilers
One cent cets our Catalo^ne.
GIBLIN & CO.. . Ulica, N. Y
^ Chadborn's Automatic 5
} CHADBORN, KENNEDY & CO. f
5 NEWBURGH, N. V J
IK YOU -IVAKT
A GOOD SASH LIFT
For a Very IJttle Money Get
For DesoriptlT* C»t»logue Send
J. D. CARMODY, Evansvllle, Ind.
WHEN WRrriNG MENTION THE FLORIST'S EXCH4NGe
IMPROVEDCLAZINC.
J. M. CASSER'S
PBTEUT Zlllll JOIHTS
For Butting
Without Laps.
Tight. Saves
Makes a Roof Air and W
Fuel. No Breakatfe from Frost o
zed Hail. Mauutactured by
J. M. GASSER,
101 Euclid Avenue, CIEVELAND, OHIO.
Wholesale and Retail Florist.
Write for Prices and Circulars.
WHEM WRITING MENTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHAKSC
Svass' lopmei Mhp,
LBNQK the 1
catalogue and prlcei
Quaker City Machine Co.,
RIOnUOND, IND.
\ cfpills
I IS MUCH MME OifRABtJETHA
HAN PINE.
SASH BARS
\t FEET .« UHCTH OR U>WGER. - 4
REENHOUS^
AND OfHER BUILDIN6 MATERIAL.
Thb F=i-orisxs' Exchange.
541
A GOOD GREENHOUSE HOSE
' Itest material in the marl
1 25 ft.. 40 ft. and 50 tt. lenj
aired from uiikiiowu partit
Address J. Q. & A. ESLER, Saddle River, N. J.
The LITTLE GIANT (Traveler) I6.00
LAWN SPRINKLERS.
Best Sprinklers made for Florists and Nurserymen's ub
E. STEBBINS MFG. CO.
for J. B. FELLOWS & CO., SPRINGFIE
Warreu St.. N. V. City, Will send on 5
Agents Wanted. Can make big moD<
HAVE YOUR JOLLECTIONS MADE
NiTIOHiL FLOrIsTS-VoARD OF TRADE,
271 BROADWAY, NEW YORK.
SNIPS SS?d"s. Jril,.'e??elC^"s"^'^'^
's Florists' Shears
'SHEAR CO.
FLORISTS
florist ooght to
ii«svre; his glass against
HAIL,.
For pftrtioalara addreii
JOHN O. E81.ER, Seo'7, Saddle RIver.M.J.
WHEN WWITINO MCMTION THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
\mrv^
SAVE THE BLOOMS!
[^
^\ ORSPRAYINC.INDOORSOROUT
_ 1 200 POUNDS TOBACCO IN ONE PININMItEN
Prices 1. 50. ALL SEEDSMEN.
SHEEP FERTILIZER!
PULVERIZED. COMPRESSED.
A duick Germinator and Crop Forcer.
WATUBAL. OEOELESS. CLEAN TO HANDLE.
JOHN J. PETERS CO., Long Island City, N.Y.
The Strength of a Child
pushes the "Simplex" Ilose Mender into place.
No tuols required.
The Strength of a Horse
H-lnch or M-lnch by mnll, lOcts.
ConpllnKB -iS ctB. per set.
ELECTRIC HOSE
can be bent double, twisted into any shape,
or run over by teams without injury. Send
KING & KNIGHT, 35 E.
Neponset Flower Pots
of Waterproof Paper, are sold
as follows:
Terms— Net cash wltb order. If ordered Bblpped by
treielit, add 50 cenl» carlane.
Pecked In Oross Weight
Crates of per 1000 pots PerlOO Per 10(10
b 1000 about 20 lbs 10 26 «2 00
1000 •• 23 " 30 2 30
Standard Pot Measure.
Less quantities tban full crates at 100 rates.
F. W. BIRD & SONS, Manufacturerg.
Addrese orders to our General Agents,
August Rolker & Sons
New York. P. O. Station E.
or S. i }. FASCUEAB k CO., Boitoi,, Masi. Eigttni Lgezi.
> -t a. XX d a. XT d.
'loxxr^xr
'o-ts»«
Send for our N.w Prio. Ll.t with .Mtra dl.oount.. All our Pots, from 7 in. and upwards, have
onr P.i.nt Eld. lor Bottom, which la a great advantage, as It Insures perfect drainage.
A FULL LINE OF BULB PANS.
THE WHILLDIN POTTEEY CO., 713 to 719 Wharton Street, PHILADELPHIA
Kearney and Westslde Ares., Jersey City. N.J,
BRANCH HOnSEB:
Jackson Ave. and Pearson at.. Long Island City, N. T.
.DULTERATION BONE FLOUR
NO aciD
Fred. Dorner & Sons Co..
I.aFajett
Bayside. I
Richmond
H. Taylor,
IS. n. Hill &Co.,
L. L. May & Co.
BARTLETT, 125S-1257 WEST 6tH ST., CINCINNATI, O
CINCINNATI DESICCATING CO
WRfTIHtt MCHTION THE n,ORISTS' EXCHANGE
FLOWER POTS^.^
We ore nlnnufacIurinK a Full Line of
STANDARD FLOWER POTS and HANCING BASKETS
OP THE BEST QUALITY.
Shipping Facilities First-Class, thereby Securing Lowest Freight Hates.
Our goods are well packed, and breakage is nominal. Give us a trial. Send for Price List.
Address THE SYRACUSE POTTERY GO , 403 N. SALINA ST., SYRACUSE, N. Y.
wMCWwnmwo mihtioh the ptonierrs exchangc
"JADOO" FIBRE
NEW POTTING MATERIAL,
A Perfect Substitute for Earth.
Concentrated "Jadoo" Liquid
Both Meat and Drink to Plants.
Simply Invaluable in Pot Culture.
nakes 48 gallons of strength for using. The CHEAPEST Fertilizer thai
Rose Hill Nurseries.
SiEBRECHT & Son,
part I
New JtocbelJc, N. Y., May Ifit/i, IS'JT.
AMERICAN JADOO CO.
Gentlemen: — " We have Just received the last shipment ofJmloo. We must
say without doubt it is the grandest material for Potting Palms, Orchids and
Stove Plants ever introduced. We have tried everything in the miirket and
have fulled to find its equal. We notice the difference in the growth of every-
thing. Broader foliage, strong growth, and of a beautiful dark green foliage."
Yours very truly,
(Signed) SIEBRECHT & SON,
L;trgost llortiniltunil Estalilishment in America. Rose Hill Nnrscrivs.
Testimonials and Prices furnished on application to
THE AMERICAN JADOO CO.,
Fairmount Avenue,
PHILADELPHIA, PENNA.
niSTS'EXCHANGB
STANDARD ♦ POTS.
We are now ready to supply a superior
quality of Pots in unlimited quantities.
Catalogues and price lists furnished on
application.
A. H. HEWS & CO.,
NORTH CAMBRIDGE, - MASS.
STANDARD
FLOWER POTS
^V. H. ERNEST,
station M, N. E., WASBINGTON, D.
HILFINGER BROS.
STMiDtBD FLOWER POTS,
Ih ise bargains. Lawn Vases. 17x19 inch, Jl.OO each ;
iMxtl Inch. $1.50 each. Extra Bases. 12 inch hibh,
50 eta. each; 20.000 5 inch pots, at 110.00 per lOOO;
iO.OOO 3 inch pots, at $4.00 per 1000.
Send for Price Ltsi for other sizes before ordering
elsewliere. Address
HILFINGER BEOS., Fort Edward. N. Y.
SCOI, LAY'S
IMPROVED
PUTTY BULB
For Glazing Sash, Etc.,
PIITENT PLANT SPHIMKLEB
For sale by your Seedsman
or sent, postpaid forSl.UO.
JOHN A. SCOLLAY,
^l 4 76 Myrtle Aye.,
BROOKLYN. N.Y.
STAMP FOR CATALOGUE.
FOSTITE
For Summer and Fall Delivery.
Frcncli and l)utch Bulbs,
Berlin Lily of tlie Valley, Lillnii
Longifio * .^. .
i, etc., Roses, Rliododendroii
G. H. JOOSTEV, Importer,
I9.J Greeuwicli St., I«F.'W VORK.
542
The Pi-orists' Excht^nge.
J. K. AI.LEN,
C U T°"" F °£"q "■^' J^"r g^
67 W. 28th St., New York.
Orden by mall or telegraph promptly attended
to. Telephone Call, 382 38th St.
ROSES «ND VIOLETS SPECIALTIES.
FITZGERALD & HAMMOND,
(Late with Theo. Eoehrs),
Wholssai* Commission Dealers in
Cut Flowers,
115 West 30th Street,
Consignments Solicited. NEW YORK.
FORD BROS.
WHOLESALE FLORISTS,
111 West 30th Street,
NEW YORK.
Consigiimeiits So iciei. Telepicus 260 38tli St
WM. H. CUNTHER,
Wholesale Florist
VIOLETS AND CARNATIONS A SPECIALTY.
Consignments Solicited.
30 West 29th St., New York.
Telephone, 2300-3Sth Street.
MICHAEL A. HART,
Wholesale & Gommission Florist,
113 W. 30th St., Mew York.
Telephone Call, 1307 38th St.
All kinds of Roses, Violets and Carnations
a specialty.
ORDERS PROMPTLY ATTENDED TO.
H. A. HOFFMANN,
Wholesale FloristI
44 W. 29th St., NEW YORK.
Telephone Call, 1558 38th St.
EDWARD C. HORAN,
WHOLESALE ♦ FLORIST,
Ho. 34 W. 29th St.. New York.
JULIUS LANG,
Wholesale Florist
MILLANG & CO.,
Wholesale Gommission Florists,
501 Sixth Avenue,
Corner 30th Street, NEW YORK.
BRANCH CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE.
Wholesale Dealer in Cut Flowers.
We are Headquarters for finest Carnations and Rosea, Vio
Adlantiim. Ben selected stock reserved for shipping orden
Semi-Monlhly Price List.
19-21 RANDOLPH STREET,
CHAS. W. McKELLAR,
WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORIST
Largest and best market in Chicago. Constaut supply of all seasonable flowers.
ConsignmeDtB of first grade goods Boliclted. Complete stock of Florists'
Supplies, Wire-work, etc. All orders given prompt attention.
Telephone, Main 1129. 45, 47, 49 WABASH AVENUE, CHICAGO. ILL
ED. F. WINTERSON, Manaser.
. Beanty. fancy and special.
" Oulls andordinary.
Bennett, Oosin
Brid
Bridesmaid
Jaoqnemlnot
K. A.Victoria
La France, extra
" ordinary
Magna Oharta
Mme. Testout
Urs. F. Uorgan ...
Niphetos, Hosle...
Papa Gentler
Pefle
Sony, de Wootton..
Uliich Brunner...
Watteyllle
White
« STANDiBD 1 Plnli.
2 Vabixtibs J Bed .
I- ( Yei. * Varie
5 •Fancy (White....
K (The hlBhest 3 J'^*
4 grades of stand- 1 Bed
3 ardvarletlos.) (Tei.tVari
L MOYELTIXS
OATTIiSTAB
LiLizs, Longiflorum
Ln.1 OF THE ViLLKI
' Peab (100 bunches).,
lay 28. 1887- May 27, 18»7. May 26,
to 60.00
to 1
BT.Loma
May 26, 1897. May 26. 1897.
16.00 to ao.(
8.00 to 10.00
60.00 lo 76.00
10.00 to 16.00
36.00 to 40.00
Prloea of Fancy and Special Sti
Prices are tor quantities of one
quoted above are given only afte
< ace our Correspondence Columns.
jndred unless otherwise noted.
very careful inquiry, and while we do
they will be found practically correct up to the date mentioned.
V
Wholesale Growers of Cut Flowers. .
500,000 Feet of Glass. .
We can fill all orders on short notice with all leading varieties of ROSES and
CARNATIONS. We are headquarters for fine AMERICAN BEAUTIES,
Give us a trial and convince yourself.
SALESROOM 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO, 111.
WHEM WRITINQ MENTION THt rtORISTS' tXCHaHGE
SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, *p",°o'r7s*t"
FINEST SIJVEET PEAS, all colors. 60o. to $LO0 per 100.
All Staiiflara Varieties of Carnations at rock bottom prices, also novelties.
Extra Eine (four foot stem) Beauties, $4.00 per dozen.
New Crop of Hardy Eerns, fine shape, now ready.
1612-1614 Barker St. Bet. chestnut & Market sts. Philadelphia, Pa.
Local and Long Distance 'Phone 5'ilO.
Illinois Cut Flower Co.,
J. B. DEAMUD, Manager.
WHOLESALE COMNIISSION FLORISTS,
61 Wabash Ave., Chicago.
Oonsignments Solicited.
KENNICOTT BROS. COMPANY,
Wholesale • Gut • Flowers,
88 'W^abasli Avenue,
CHICAGO, ILL.
WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY
rs,
FRANK MILLANG,
Wholesale Gommission Dealer
....in Cut Flowers....
408 Eaat 34Mirr«' cxchangi
The F=i-orists' Exchange.
543
Wholesale Florists
JOBBERS IN
FLORIST'S
SUPPLIES.
FLORISTS' VASES.
84 HAWLEY STREET, • BOSTON.
inflicting
GEO. A. SUTHERLAND,
SUCCESSOn TO WM. J. STEWART,
CUTFLOWEHSandFLORlSTnUPFLIES
WHOLESALE.
I 67 Bromfield St., Boston, Mass.
City Hall Cut Flower Market
WELCH BROS., Props.
Regular Consignors Given Space Free
of Charge. Space let to growers wishing
to Bell their own goods.
Flowers Shipped to all Points.
...SEND FOR PRIce
W. El,LISON,
Wholesale Gut Flowers,
Florist Supplies. WIr* D«*l(ns.
2744 Franklin Ave., ST. LOUIS, MO,
CflAS.G.FLECKENSTEIN,
Wholesale Flowers,
1323 Pine Street,
...ST. LOUIS, MO.
C. A. KUEHN,
WHOLESALE FLORIST,
1122 Pine St., St. Louis, Mo.
A COMPLETE LINE OF WIBE DESIGNS.
C. W. IJVORS,
Wholesale Florist,
ROGERS PARK FLORAL CO.,
lolesaleIlr:v7srsoICiiirhsrs
HEADQUARTERS
WM. F. HASTING, wholesale
*9B„Washlnaton SUeet. ?S'"'°'
Harkot Nens.
There are so ni£
ports tliat it is a difHcuit matter to get
tacts in regard to the true condition of
the trade. Some say it is very, very
liad, others are ready to govern their
opinion by one day's good business.
One thing, however, is true — money is
very difficult to obtain for the sales
that have been made.
This is the height of planting season;
what does not sell now in a few weeks
will be dead stocl?.
Club Pronperliig.
The club is in a flourishing con-
dition, under the presidency of James
Pentland; next meeting will be a
smoker, at which time our secretary
will read a paper.
k Law Suit.
An interesting case was settled
in court the other day. A tree agent
sold a bill of goods to a party for $77.
After the goods had been received and
paid for by check the party discovered
that he had been humbugged and
stopped payment of the check. The
tree agent brought suit to recover. In
the testimony it was proven that a
crape myrtle was sold and a ground
myrtle sent, at the cost of $1.50. The
stock otherwise was grossly over-
charged and misrepresented. Expert
testimony was heard for both sides, but
the jury brought in a verdict granting
the plaintiff $30, he paying the costs.
This amount had been offered by the
purchaser before the case went to trial,
but was refused.
JottlBKI.
Nearly all the cut roses coming
to this market are badly mildewed.
Very little new glass will go up this
year in this locality.
Plants disposed of at the auction
sales recently have brought good
prices. E. A. SEIDEWITZ.
Baltimore.
Cincinnati.
Trade Beltf r.
I tii^i 11. ■ - .Int i II-; iliL' past week as-
sumi-il ■• ill . iii-r activity, but
prii.-s U'\ ! I grades and qual-
ity w;l^ i . I ., .1 >\ us hard work to
get uvtr thiL'. ■ 'III- M'l- the very choic-
est roses, and most of the stock sold at
H4@2c. Carnations, ordinary, brought
50c. per 100; medium, 75c.. and fancy. $1
@$1.50; valley. 3@4e., with stock lim-
ited. Sweet peas went begging at 25@
50c. per 100 for choice stock. Callas and
Harrisii lilies sold at 50@75c. a dozen.
Marguerites went for 25c. per 100.
The latter part of the week, owing to
Decoration Day. prices will advance.
Notwithstanding the tact that the
Moerlein death notice stated "positive-
ly no flowers." nine hacks were re-
quired to move the designs and bunches
to the cemetery. The Hoftmeister Flo-
ral Co. had the family order, which was
quite a large one. and consisted of de-
signs made of orchids and other choice
flowers.
Earl; Chrri'alheinoma.
J. G. Pine, of Dayton, Ky..
brought the writer the past week a
well-grown plant of Mme. Bergmann
ihrvsantht'iiium. in full bloom, having
f.,urt.-vn «rll-(leveloped flowers. Mr.
F\n>- says he has fifty such plants that
will be in l.lncim for Decoration Day.
New fancy Western terns are com-
ing in in fine condition and sell at 15c.
per 100, 65c. in 500 lots, $1.25 per 1,000.
Id the liarket.
The market Saturday was quiet.
There was nothing worthy of special
mention except that 10c. per dozen was
the ruling retail price for carnations.
This week prices will stiffen up some-
Ont-door Tamatlona In Bad Shape.
Carnations planted in the lield are
looking bad, owing to cold and rainy
weather. I have heard of only one
grower who says his plants are doing
nicely, and he attributes his success to
the fact that he subsoiled heavily when
l.r.akiiiK 111.- ground. By this method
li.- I laiiiis that the ground dries read-
il\ ami at th.' stime time retains moist-
iiii iliiiiiii; (hy weather. I shall try
iual watt' h litis patch during the sea-
son and iMi.nrt on the progress of the
plants.
About Bones.
J. A. Peterson is cutting some
choice K. A. Victoria roses, stems not
long, but blooms excellent. White La
France seems to do well with him also
President Carnot still holds its own.
TOBACCO OUST
TO BURN, J3.(0 per bbl., 180 lbs.
TO SPRINKLE, $6peroase,4501b8.
E. G. Hill & Co. are sending these to
market. Were this variety only a little
more double, it would be much better.
As a summer or warm-weather rose, it
is not a success, opening too quickly;
but. tor winter and cool weather it is
certainly grand, being greatly admired
by the ladies. I believe it has come to
stay and will fetch a good price.
E. G. GILLBTT.
Decalur, III.
John P. Auer, who at one time carried
on the business of florist and gardener,
died here on Monday, May 20, aged 79
He
ind
atmg
E. G. HILL & CO
Wholesale Florists
RICHMOND, INDIANA
CAPE JESSAMINES. 'Xb white, from 2H Inch pot", 13.00 per
100. Lady H. Campbell, clumps, H.OO per 100.
C. EISELE. Ilth & Jefferson Streets. Philadelphia, Pa.
MENTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHANGE
f> .1^ Xj m s
DECORATIVE PLANTS
At Orsatlr Beinoed Prices.
stock large and in line con.
Special price" on large orders .
W. J. HE8SBR,
PALMS
AND
FERNS.
The LARGEST STOCK in the West.
GEO. WITTBOLD, '°c'H'i£/ia'o!'
L
ARE NOT COMPLETE WITHOUT
MOSS WREATHS, ail sizes i CYCAS LEAVES, fresh lot just
IMMORTELLES, all colors. in, all sizes.
CAPE FLOWERS, finest in the GALAX LEAVES, green and
market. Strietlj- pure white. I bronze.
H. BAYERSDORFER & CO., 56 N. Fourth St., PHILADELPHIA, PA.
WHEN WRrriHQ MENTION THE FLORISTS- EXCHANGE
Nephrolepis Exaltata Bostoniensis.
In large and small quantities from $40.00 to $80.00 per 1000.
MINE IS THE GENUINE STOCK.
FRED. C. BECKER, 1730 Cambridge Street, CAMBRIDGE, MASS.
CYGAS LEAVES AND FUNERAL SHEAVES
BASKETS AND SUPPLIES,
SeEDS HND SPRING BULBS.
At wholesale only; apply tor lists. Address
AUGUST ROLKER & SONS, NEW YORK,
136 and 138 West 24th Street. P. 0. Station E.
NEPHROLEPIS EXALTATA BOSTONIENSIS.
THE BOSTON DROOPING FERN.
All sold out of small size plants for the present. Orders still bonked for June to Aug*st
delivery. NOW RE ADT-SplendId plants at |6i), $80 and $100 per 10(10 : $8, $10 and 8.5 per 100 ;
50 at lOU, 250 at 1000 rate, from bench. Elepant plants in 4, 6, 6, 7 and Sin. pots, from $1 per dozen
to $3 each. Excellent Stock of Bedding Plants.
L. H. FOSTER, 45 King Street, DORCHESTER, MASS.
HIGH CLASS OF
PILPIIi, FPS. FEimii, OBnDS anil IIIRIII18.
Also the appurtenances for growing them, consisting of houses,
boilers, piping, pots, horses, harness, wagons, implements, etc..
etc., also dwelling house, belonging to
JAMES MfS, of Bay Ridge, N.Y.
who is retiring f
rooklyn for
Th
stock -^ ^ .cellent condition.
^ess, having sold the ground to the city of
ents, necessitating his immediate removal.
^^- .v.^..^nt condition. The new tariff will have a
tendency to, ...lie this class of goods much higher this fall.
IT WILL BE A GRAND OPPORTUNITY FOR FLORISTS TO STOCK
UP AND IT WILL PAY EVERYONE TO ATTEND THE SALE.
Premises can be reached by boat, via South Brooklyn, or Bridge
and Fifth Ave. Elevated. Catalogues on application.
WEDNESDAY and THURSDAY, JUNE 9th and 1 0th, at 10 O'CLOCK.
^VILLIAM ELLIOTT & SONS, Auctioneers, NE^V YORK.
a straight shoot and aim to grow into a vigor
A WEEKLY MEDIUM OF INTERCHANGE FOR FLORISTS, NURSERYMEN, SEEDSMEN AND THE TRADE IN GENERAU
YOL, IX. NO. 23.
NENV YORK, JUNE S, 1897.
One Dollar Per Year.
VINGA MAJOR VARIEGATA.
Fine, strong plants, with good vines, 4 inch pots ; excellent for vases,
SIO.OO per lOO.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
INTRODUCTIONS OF 1896.
Alonz>. Henry Hurrell, Imliaaa,
Moajsto, Mrs. Harry Toler. Mrs. H.
Biyaor, Nanshon, Pluto, Riverside,
ifataation, Lenawee, Marion Clove
[. Battles. Mrs. Perrin. Mrs. Wm.
inoma. $4 Per I OO.
STANDARD VARIETIES.
Louis Bce'iimsr. Mijjr
Louise Dalskov, W. B Dii
Mrs. Alpheus Hardy, Maria
J. E. Llger, Litest Fad. M
■- ■ .x\ Friend. Nemesis, N
Pullmaa.TUe Queen, H. W. Ri -..ml scarlet and
Florence VauKhan,
Hldorado,
Sophie Bucliuer,
Explorateur Cranipbel,
h, oOc; 6 for $?.')0.
Alptaonse Bouvier,
madam Crozy,
Secretary Ste'cvart,
Chas. Henderson.
Rose Yellow Rambler, ^^-
Roses
Inch. Per 100, $15.00; doz..
PERLFS, BRIDES and BRIDESM.4IDS,
. tine, m incli pots, $4.00.
F. R. PIERSON CO..
TARRYTOWN-ON-HUDSON, NEW YORK.
Import Bulb Price List Ready.
14 Barclay St
«. Y. cur.
S SEED SIOBE "".
NTION THE rtOniSTB- CXCHANaC
Randolph St.
CHICAGO.
546
The F=^i-orists* Exohmnge.
■■■ Indispensable.
W, The Flohisw' Eichjnge continues all the time (o
lUV ■ ^e indispensable in a florist's businesB. especially
for its advertisement.. AKTHCR BOYLE.
ALL BULBS AND PLANTS "°""--'^-""""°-"°"''"-
For Summer and^Fall^ Delivery, Quoted | ^^^^^^ ^ fiODDlHGTON CO,, |
< Importers, Exporters and Growers* iffents ofS
FREE 0N^B0ARD^,cAR3^0R BOATS | pj^nts, Scetls and Bulbs, I
I 501 and 503 W. 13th St., |
HULSEBOSCH BROS., Englewood, N. J. li^^i;;^°^(i^^^^'',,^;,»,Ji^!t,!^£i^^i)iJ
Wli.-nJVi-iijniL; Mt.iUi.jiiJF'lmMsts- KxclianBe_ ^VIu■n Wi-iting arention Florists' Exchange
PRIMULA SINENSIS SEED
The Wm. Scott strain (grown by Wra. Scott, Buffalo), includes:
Oar "GREAT SCOTT MIXTURE," from assortment of 10 varieties.
Also 4 SEPARATE COLORS, Single While, Pink, Ked and Double Red.
Sold only in sealed Trade Packets, at each, 60 cts. Liberal reductions on larger
orders as per Free Priced Circular List, for which apply to Sales Agent.
DAN'L B. LONG, TrlwUt'.?" Buffalo, N.Y.
"^Vhen Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
jS iJS -ip iP S ^ w 1^
LILIUM LOIMGIFLORUM.
....JAPAN JLCROWN....
CONTRACTS lor small and large quantities closed now. Crop is goine to be short.
'",Taff.ro''f Eul'rlS- s°u'p?ireB*r* """"'" JERSEY CITY, N. J.
$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
BULBS AND ROOTS GLOSme OUT tT GiSH BlRGtlNS.
100 1000
3000 Excelsior D-warf Pearl Tuberoses, i-6 inches $6 00
1000 Gloxinias 13 60 30 CO
300 Double ueeonias, scarlet, pink, yellow or white 8 00
1000 Slnjtle Begonias, scarlet, pink, yellow or white 3 00 25 00
3000 Gladiolus Brenchleyensls, fine scarlet 76 5 00
500 Madeira Vlne,srron>r roots 1 00
500 Clliuni Auratum, 7-9 inches 4 00
500 " " 9-11 inches 6 00
250 " Speclosum Album, 7-9 inches 5 00
200 Crinum .Aiuericanum 13 50
100 " KirUil 12 00
100 Clematis Coccinea 6 00
100 " Crlspa 5 to
Cycas Revoluta, lara-e steins, from .Wtn 70 lbs., per lb 8c.
200 Pseonia Roots, undivided, strouff, pink, crimson or mixed. . 10 00
100 " " " white 12 00
PftCTITP *■"«■ Mime-v^-onOrRpes.Rnses, Gooseberries, Potatoes and Carnation
r \J S I I I C, Kiist, 2.5 lbs., $2.00. 50 lbs., $3.50.
C. H. J90STEN. .[r.%TM^is 193 Greenwich St., New York.
T\ hen Writing Mention Flori.sts' Exchange
LOOK! LOOK! LOOK!
Up to JUNE 15th only we book for June-July Delivery.
Vc^S^ FREESia BEEBJCTIl BLBJ.
^^'^~~^J^ \ V\n^, GOOIJ FLOWERING BVLBS,
" '"" " ^, V4 inch diameter $0 25 $2 00 $8 ,.„
:''^f»l''fe*»
When Writing .Mention Florists' Bxehai
ferlOO
Gladioli, choice miied
Itladeira Vine Roots
Tuberoaen, Pearl. I«6H
Oxails. flnest mixed
Caladlum, medium
Dahlia, mixed coiora
SWEET PEAS, Eckford'e n, lied, per lb. ...
H. G. FAUST & CO.,«'k^?a*d?ip^r p.'-
Wh.n^VrHins Mention Florists' Exchang.
THE JENNINC'S STRAIN
of Finest American Gro^ti
PANSY SEED
NE'W CROP. Keady June 16th.
E. B. JENNINGS,'-°r5r' Soutliport, Coi
• ROWER OF THE FINEST PANSIES.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchan
Fiesii seeiis-Gaiia Bums.
Apple Geranium (true), 25 cts. pkt.; $1.00
per lOUO setds : $7.50 per 10,000 seeds.
Musa Ensete. 75 cts. per 100 feeds; $6 CO
per loliu seeds.
Seaforttala Eleirans, 40 cts. per 100 seeds;
$3 Oil per lOUll seeds.
Cyperus Alternlfollus, 25 cts. per pkt.
Ptaormlum Tenax, 25 cts. per 100 seeds ;
$1.00 per liiUO seeds.
P, Tenax ■Variegata, 50 cts. per lOO
seeds ; $2.,5" per loOii seeds
Alsoptaylla Australis (Tree Fern), 50
Seiid for prices on Calla Lilies, August and
September delivery. Send for Trade List i "
Novelties and Specialties for Autumn deliver
MRS THEODOSIA B. SHEPHERD
HEADQUARTERS FOR
GallasaniFieeslaBulliii
PAMPAS PLUMES,
Palm, California Tree and Flower Seeds.
Please let us book your orders for
BULBS at once
ASK FOR SPECIAL PRICES.
GERMAIN FRUIT GO. Los Angeles, GaL
WhenWriting Mention FL.rists' Excha^
llncata,
J. L. SCHILLER, Rutherford, N. J.
June 5, 1897.
The Pl-orisxs' Exchknce.
547
Polnta and lotormatlon from
Interested In tbis oolumn, solicited. Address
Bditor SMD Tradb, care of Flobists' Ex-
OHANOB. p. O. Boi 1697. New York.
Cleveland, O — This district has sel-
dom experienced a more backward
spring than this year. Cold, blighting
weather has continued through the
month of May, accompanied by very
cold nights, with intermittent frosts,
threatening, and in some cases destroy-
ing, small fruit and the more tender
vegetables. The damage done can be
estimated only by occasional reports
from growers whose localities were
particularly affected. Almost incessant
rains, too, aid in discouraging the
grower.
Reviewing the seed trade in Cleve-
land for this season, early i^jdications
pointed toward an early spring. Trade
started in very brisk, but was soon
checked by unfavorable weather. It
has held its own, however, and on the
whole it is thought by most dealers
that aggregate sales will amount to as
much as last season, in spite of greatly
reduced prices. T.
Seed-Growine iu California — W.
Atlee Burpee, of Philadelphia, who is
now in California, in an interview with
a correspondent of the Los Angeles
Herald, comments as follows upon the
development of the seed-growing in-
dustry in California:
"It is wonderful what California is
doing in vegetables. All the lima beans
grown in America, and, in fact, all the
pole beans used for seed, are now
grown but a few miles from Los Ange-
les, at Saticoy and Carpinteria. For-
merly the great contracts all went to
Europe, now they all come to Califor-
nia and Europe only comes in inci-
dentally. This is especially true since
18S6. Nearly all the lettuce, onions, sal-
sify and celery seed used in the United
States comes from California. This
State is also beginning to produce caul-
iflower seed quite equal to that of Hol-
land and Denmark, which have hith-
erto supplied the world.
Mr. Burpee is looking up new strains
of flowers and will visit Edward Gray,
of Alhambra, who has a new cross of
large-flowered gladiolus, which, unfor-
tunately, will not be in blossom at this
season. He also will visit Thomas Raf-
ferty, of Santa Ana, who is doing some
fine work in grand-flowered cyclamen,
and stop at Santa Paula, where Badger
& Son are growing some fine asters.
He says facilities for growing aster
seeds are wonderful here and are ahead
of the German growers, who have here-
tofore supplied the world. In Ventura
Mr. Burpee will spend a day with Mrs.
T. B. Shepherd. This lady has a new
eschscholtzia developed from Esch-
scholtzia marltima, with flowers four
or five inches across.
At Santa Clara he will be the guest
of C. C. Morse and will inspect the
large sweet pea fields of this firm.
European Notes.
CnproiiitiODS Wtsther Contlnaei.
The elements are still unpropi-
tious, and as a consequence our pros-
pects do not improve. If this were the
sowing time only the dry. cold winds
and bright sunshine would not disturb
us; but, unfortunately, we are in the
midst of the blooming season for the
various members of the Brassica fam-
ily, and the delicate operations inci-
dental to fertilization are not aided in
their consummation with the thermom-
eter hovering within a few degrees of
freezing point at 6 A. M. and 70 degrees
F. at noon. We hope for better times.
Frofit Kill! ICiatnrtlums.
Just what has set the clerk of
the weather against the culture of nas-
turtiums he has not vouchsafed to tell
us; but while w-e (in France) slept on
May 12, he fairly turned the freezer on,
and when the sun was up they with-
ered away. It is, of course, possible
that another sowing may come out
right, but it will put the harvest of this
troublesome article back by more than
a month, and ir a wet autumn should
follow we shall have very little to reap.
ISnoir Storm.
No part of Europe is exempt from
ihe vagaries of the Weather Bureau,
although the west and south appear to
lave had the worst of it up to now. In
taly cold and unseasonable weather
ontinues. Snow has fallen in the
LOrth, rain and cold winds prevail in
the south and hail in Sicily. Even Ven-
ice has been favored with a snowstorm
during the past seven days, and as the
mild winter has advanced the crops the
injury is correspondingly great.
The German crops are so far removed
from the sea that beyond being retard-
ed in their development by the absence
of heat, not very much injury has been
done. With a favorable harvest time
crops may finish better than we now
dare hope; but should the present state
igs
GANNAS
H. BEAULIEU, Belmont Ave., Woodhaven, N. Y.
,Mu-n AV'riting Mention Florists' Exchange
IF INTERESTED IN
BULBS
For Late Summer and Fall Delivery,
which is liniiied to orders reacbing us
before July 1st.
AUGUST ROLKER & SONS,
136 Vf^eat 34tli !$tre«t.
New York. P. O. Stalion E.
Prize-Winning
DAHLIAS
AH UNPRECEDENTED RECORD,
23 First Prizes, Certificate of Merit, 2
Diplomas, and higliest mention everywhere.
If you want the Very best Dalilias
that bloom, send for our 1897 descriptive trade
list now ready. Address
W. p. PEACOCK,
Dahlia Specialist, ATCO, N. J.
■CN WRITINO MtWTIOHTMt FLOmsTS' [XCHAWCt
Pure White Dahlia,
BRUANTII
is without question the best payer for
Florists.
3W in. pots per 100 |5.00
21^ " perdoz. 1.00
Rooted cuttings per 100 3.00
Other good varieties. . .per 100 5.00
Cash with order, please.
ALBERT KNAPPER,
Frankford, Phila., Pa.
WMEH WRITING MENTION TM[ FLORISTS- EXCMAWCF
Plants at Huctioo!
THURSDAY, JUNE lOth, 1897,
Beginning at 10 A. M.
All the Greenhouse Stock of the late
JOHN SAUL,
COMPRISING LARGE COLLECTION OF
Orchids, Palms, Crotons, Anthuriums,
Carnations, Alocasias, Marantas, Gera
niums, Ferns, Cacti, Magnolia Grandi
floras, aud other plants, will bo sold at
auction, at
GREENHOUSES,
Brlehtwood Ave., WASHINGTON, D. C.
MARY C. SAUL,
WALTER B. WILLIAMS, WILLIAM J. SAUL,
Auctioneer, Executors.
TERMS CASH.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ROSE HILL NURSERIES.
THE LARGEST AND FINEST STOCK IN AMERICA.
SPECIALTIES— Palms, Dracsnas, and other Plants Suitable for Vases.
^ Jt K| |k| n ^ "IRS. FAIRMAN ROGERS, 4 in. pots. Queen of all Cannas, ( $3.60 per doz.
wMIN INMO. ^Ye control the largest stock of this grand variety, ( $15.00 a 100
ITALIA, I in. pots, |4 per doz. AUSTRIA, 4 in. pote, $2 per doz.
Equal quantities, $20.00 per 100.
Queen Charlotte, Columbia, Crozy, |12.00 per 100, 4 inch pots.
We have the finest lot of B A. Y TREES ever seen in America in all sizes and prices.
BUXUS ARBOREA PYRAMIDS, »3,.50 to f6.00 per pair.
The above is a brief list of our specialties. Our new Wholesale and Retail
Catalogue will be mailed on application.
Write, Telegraph or Telephone us and our Carriage will meet you.
NEW ROCHELLE, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
^ROEMeK SuWrB 'pR^fzE 'PiNSIES*
^ The tlnest strolii of I'andes in the World.
p, Introducer and Grower of all the leading Novelties
Hlthest
f»?w'2 DAHLIA
io,ooo
POT
fc
(2W in. pots) in good varie
$3.00 per 100 ; $35.00 per 1000.
m need Dahlias, wrile us.
I IlamburK. lf^97. CataloBue free on apphcation. L
FRED. ROEMER, Seed Crower.j a. B. DAVIS & SON, Purcellville, Va.
Quedllnbure, Gttrmany. Q _
soraasS (Near Washington, D. C.)
QUEEN
CHARLOTTE
o^E CANNAS
ALPHONSE BOUVIER, MME. CROZY, CHAS. HENDERSON,
From 4 inch pots, at 15 00 per 100.
VARIEGATED VINCAS.
THE ELIZABETH NURSERY COMPANY, Elizabeth, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SPECIAL OFFER OF
DWARF FRENCH CANNAS
We offer the following fine varieties, as long as stock lasts, at prices annexed.
These are well established plants in 3 and 4 inch pots.
Per 100
:>00 Antolne m voire, red $4 00
(iOO Ami Piclion, crimaon 4 00
100 Ami Jule» Ctiretien, apricot-red, new 15 00
400 Austria, yellow, new 15 OO
300 Baroiiiie ele Sandrans, yellow, spotted crimson 4 0«
200 Baroliue de PolIIy, orange-salmon, new 10 00
iJ.'jO Bassets Red, fine bronze foliage 4 00
lOO Camille Bernardln, Salmon 4 00
400 Col. Dodds, rosy salmon -t 00
300 C. Reiiau, rosv carmine, bronze foliage 4 00
150 Deull de St. Grevy, orange-scarlet, bronze foliuste 4 00
5O0 Deull de Mirihel, nrange-soarlet, bronze foliage 4 00
TOO Rxplorateur Crampbel, crimson 4 00
l.->o K. Meuvesel. salmoM. bronze foliage 4 00
too Francois Blllard, carmine, new 10 00
lOO Furst Bismarck, large, crimson, new 10 DO
tioo Geoffrev St. Hllalre, orange-red, bronze foliage 4 (0
1 75 Gloire de I.yoniiaise, yellow, red blotched 4 00
100 Horteuse Barbereau, cherry-red, new 1" OjJ
100 inKenienr Alpliaiid, reddish carmine, bronze foliage 4 ou
1 T-', Italia, nrangp-scarlet and yellow, new 25 OU
150 J. -^V. Elliott, vermilion * 00
■.>.-,o I. Ttiomayer, orange, bronze foliage * o«
soo Kaiser -Willielni, bright red * W
1700 meteor, orange-scarlet < 00
100 Mme. Chabanne, rose, new I IS,
■2'25 Maurice Mussy, vermilion * 00
l.->0 millet FllS, crimson « On
170 Mine. H. RlKaud, cherry-carmine, new )" ojj
75 Mme. Pichon, lemon, striped red, new I" "JJ
•:50 Paul Loretiz, blood red J "Jj
l.%o papa Xreyve, orange-carmine, new * ""
lioo Paul Marquant, salmon-aoarlet ; OJJ
200 profirressioii, yellow, dotted maroon * "J*
250 Perfection, yellow, spotted crimson * J~
.soo Princess Lusiicnan, orange * ™
400 President Chandon, yellow, orange spots 4W
100 Paul Bruant, orange-»carlet * vJJ
4O0 Paolo Radaeli, crimson, yellow border J JJj
;{O0 Paul Sijsrlst, crimson, yellow border * ""
120 iienator Montefiore, yellow striped < "JJ
.100 fttadicartuer Seiinliolz, crimson-scarlet, iirciiizr fi.liaire 4 no
;ioo Xrocadero, crimson-scarlet * "'
:too r niciue, orango BcnrI"! • '"J
75 vice-Pres. I,ulJtet, cherry-red, new '" ""
We offer 30 Distinct Varieties, all Correctly Labeled, for $3.00.
HENRY A. DREER, 714 Chestnut St., Phila.
548
[^--QIEaT*! save the BLOOMS!
WWNIKOTEEN
•ZW ^i- DOES NOT INJURE SENSITIVE
^i K0, PLANTS. USED FOR FUMIGATION
X)- AX J ORSPRAYINCINDOORSOROUT
' .^ . -^^ 200 POUNDS TOBACCO IN ONE PINT NIKOTEEN
Price $l.50. ALL SEEDSMEN.
The Plorists' Exchange.
STANDARD ♦ POTS.
We arc now ready to supply a superior
quality of Pots in unlimited quantities.
Catalogues and price lists furnished on
application.
A. H. HEWS & CO.,
NORTH CAMBRIDCE, - MASS.
STANDARD
FLOWER POTS
W. H. ERNEST,
station M, N. B., WASHINGTON, D. C.
HILFINOER BROS.
STINDMD FLOWER POTS.
Seed Panti, C?
pots. St tlO.OO
HILFINGER BROS., Fort Edward, N. Y.
or AUGUST ROLKER & SONS,
k'%/%^%%'%^%^'
Hot=Bed J
Sash
Tenons white-leaded. Corners se-
cured with iron dowel pins. Every
detail of construction perfect.
Made of Clear Cypress Lumber.
Quick Shipments.
ft.x6 ft., 3 rows 10 in. glass.
3 ft. 3 in. X 6 ft., 4 " Sin. "
ft. X 6 ft., 5 " Sin. "
Not glazed, 1% in. thick.
Delivered Prices
Quoted on application. State size
and quantity wanted. No order
too small to receive careful atten-
tion, and none too large for our
facilities.
LOCKLAND LUMBER CO.,
Lockland, Ohio.
CHOCOLATE COOLER CO.,
GRAND RAPIDS, MIOH.
IMPROVED OlAZlNfi.
J. M. GASSER'S
PnTEUT zinc JOINTS
For Butting Glass Without Laps.
Makes a Root Air and Water Tight. Saves
Fuel. No Breakaite from Frost or Medium
Sized Hail. Manufactured by
J. 91. GASSER,
101 Euclid Avenue, CLEVELAND, OHIO.
Wholesale and Retail Florist.
■Write for Prices aiifl Circulars.
WhenWriting Mention Florists' Exchange
FLOmST'S lEFBIGERlTORS.
Send for Olroular.
^n Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
The Strength of a Child
pUBhea the *' Simplex" Hose Mender Into place.
No tools required.
The Strength of a Horse
!^-incli or »--tsk,Ta.^SLir€L E^lo^w^xr
'ots.
9*nd for our N*w Prlc* List wlih •xtra dlsooun Very Little Money Get
KVEhT)L(\T!N& f\PPl.iaNCE,^
For DeterlptiT* Cttalofue Send to
J. D. OARMODY, Evansvllle, Ind.
WhcnWrltlng Mention Florists' Exchange
550
Thb F=i-orisxs* Exchange.
..SALVIA..
A tew hundred 8al»tQ Splenilens (icarlet). from
In bud and bloom, H.OO per 100. Cash wllh order.
JOHN L. WATKINS & SON.
Saudy Hill, IX. Y.
WlienWiitiiij; Mention Florists' Exchange
ALTERNANTHERAS
LAST CALL.
A.J. BALDWIN, Newark, Ohio.
Whien Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ROSES
Carefully grown Forcing Stock,
2>^ Inch, Strong. .
per 100 per 1000
Meteor $3 00 $35 00
W. La France .... 8 00 35 00
The Bride 3 00 25 00
Perledcs Jardins . . 4 00 35 00
AOHILLEi, THE PEARL, ,«..« pe, .««.
SWAINSONA SPLENDENS ""'JlTo-i'^^ioo
J. B. HEISS, 1 16 So. Main St., Dayton, 0.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VERBENAS!
Mixed Varieties.
Shipped in 2% incli Neponset pots, $2.(
per 100. Perfectly liealthy and
packed with care.
GEORGE E. TALBOT,
Box 367,
PUTNAM, CONN.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
;'lV«ts verbenas :^z.
IMany Fine Varieties added to Our Collections.
Best Mammoth... ...per 100. 13 00: perlOOO, 126 00
tieneralColleclioo. " 2 50 •• 20 00
ROSES.
American Beautr. 3 Inch pots per 100, »10 00
Brldeamaid. Bride, Perle,
Meteor, Ban 8ilene, WatteTllle,
£.a France, Sunaet, lUerinet.
Price from 2M Inch pots, »5.00 per 10»i 110.00 per 1000
3 " 8 00 •• 70.00 •'
ETer-bloomlng and Polyantlia. in bud and
bloom, from 3^, < and 5 Inch pots, $10.00, 115.00 and
$20.00 per lOO.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
For Varieties ana Prices, see April 24th Issue.
^^O^Ti^-N- CANNAS """^^PLANTS.
„. _ Per doz. Per 100
Fieraon's Premier .3 00 S26 00
Austria 2 50
Italia 3 OO
Joltn White, varlcKated foliage 4 00
SouT. de AntolneCrozT 2 00
Florence Vauehan, Chas. Hei.der-
■on. Paul l>lariiuant. Thos. S.
Ware, J. D. Caboa, Doren J . Slsley,
and several other varieties 8 00
linnM Fl nWPR true, strone rooted cuttmss,
mUUn rLUntH) per lOO. »2.00i per 1000, $16.00.
MISCELLANEOUS PLANTS.
Ready for Immediate Bales. 100
Aeeralum, blue'aod white ..'.".'.'.'.'.' SOU
Carauttoast from 4 in. pots, floe atoct 12 00
Coleus, leadtng sorts, 2^^ In. pots 3 00
** " 3 " 5 00
-erau unm, ou can s ng e. 4^n. pots.... 8 00
** Ivy. fine Tariety. 4 " .... 8 00
Heliotrope, from 31n. pots 6 00
Hydrangea Otakaa, 6ln.bU8hy..V.'-!*.. *.".*.". 25 00
Fuchdiaa, double and slnKle, -S;^ Id. pots 8 00
Moon Flojirer, 2^ In. pota ...t .V;;;;; J oo
PelarffonluniB, i}4 In. pot8.*.\.". ".''!!'.!"!!!i;i 6 00
VfofefB. »Ia°piS°l.SuUe! 2™^"' p^ts.*»2*5*00 pj!
1000; $3.00 per 100. . pwlb. •^a.uu per
Pansles In bud and bloom. |2.50 per IflO ; |20 per lOCO
New Trade List on Application.
WOOD BROS., Fishkill, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
Robinson
$3.00
White— Mme. F. BerRmann, Mi
Mrs. H. WrlBht, Mayflower, Yanom
Early Crimson — BenJ. Glroud.
Plnk-Glorj of the Paclflo, Pink Ivory, V-Morel,
Wm. Simpson. Mme. F. Perrin, .VI aud Dean.
Yellow-11 L Sunderbmch, Yellow Queen. Geo.
S. Conover, Georglana Pitcher. Modesto, H. W.
Rleman, Mrs. E. Buettner, Golden Wedding.
Yellow Dalay, ETOILE UE LYON, from
; $3,001
CASH WITH ORDER.
XHEO. F. BECKERT,
NiTiLLK Island.
9 miles below Plttsbnrn, Pa
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
2000 GERANIUMS
B. F. BARR, Lancaster, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
RARRilU Oannaa. M. Crozy, Vauuhan. Paul
DMnUMin Marquant; Double Petunias, Geran-
iums, Ivy Geraniums, Begonia Vernon, Heliotrope,
Laatana, Salvia °-' — -' ^-..--^.--^ — -.. -_-
nolens. Golden
I, A
Cash
Wm. Herzog, I,lttIeton, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Splendens, Cobsea Soandens.
Bedder, Verschaffeltl
Achyrantlies, all extra strong, Hi
Birtl|8, piarrlaiies, DeatHs
We uiill publish, free of charge, notices
of all births, marriages, and deaths oc-
curring in families connected with the
trade. When notifying us of same Mndly
furnish full particularsin each case.
MARRIAGE.
Firth-Dean.— At the home of the bride's
parents, at Bay Ridge, N. Y., on Wednes-
day, June 3, by Rev, Benjamin E. Dick
haut, Maud, daughter of Mr. and Mrs.
James Dean, to Albert Grant Firth, D.D.S.,
Broolilyn.
DEATH.
mm w BDiEsii.
Batavia, N. Y.— Mrs. Matilda Wells has
sold out her greenhouse establishment to
Paul Liebsch, of East Orange, N. J., who
has taken possession.
Rochester, Minn.— The Rochester Nur-
sery Company has been organized, and the
following officers elected : President, H. A.
Clapp ; Vice-president, T. H. Titus ; Sec-
retary and Treasurer, J. T. Collin.
Rochester, N. Y.
Frederick E. Young, nurseryman at
S4y2 Hayward Avenue, made a general
assignment to Wallace S. Wing, of
Henrietta, on May 29. The assets and
liabilities are unknown.
Titasri/lt, Pa.
The Emerson conservatory here has
been closed to the public. W. Bay will
remain in charge and at the same time
continue his business at 128 N. Perry
Street, this city.
Brooklyn, N. Y.
The store of John J. Byrne, in Meeker
Avenue, near Penny Bridge, Williams-
burg, was entered forcibly early on the
morning of May 31 and a safe was
blown open. When Byrne closed up on
Sunday night he took out of the safe
several hundred dollars' worth of jew-
elry belonging to his niece. The safe
door was forced from its hinges and
the thieves got $65 in silver and gold
coin, besides Bryne's pass book on the
First National Bank and several checks
The Greenwood Florists' employes will
hold their annual outing at Ulmer
Park. Wednesday, June 9.
Desirable Trees and Shrubs.
Hints to Florists' on Selection i
Arrangement.
The subject assigned to me by your
committee for consideration this even-
ing, viz.: "Hints for Florists on De-
sirable Trees and Shrubs and How to
Arrange Them," is one about which I
am not able to lay down any golden
rule for your guidance, either in what
are desirable trees and shrubs or how
to arrange them.
I will, therefore, confine myself more
to giving you a few hints in regard to
the general principles which should be
followed in making a selection of what
is desirable rather than by entering
upon any lengthy list or description of
particular kinds.
The number of trees and shrubs suit-
able for this climate is large, but in
order to make a selection a knowledge
is necessary o"f the use that is intended
to be made of them, as it may be said
that nearly all trees and shrubs are
more or less desirable and have their
uses in their proper places.
The desirability of any tree or shrub
depends upon its usefulness or adapta-
bility for the situation in which you in-
tend to plant it; hence the selection of
trees and shrubs should be governed
according to what use is intended to be
made of them, rather than by the merit
or novelty of any particular plant,
no matter how beautiful or rare in it-
self it may be.
In order to illustrate the point more
clearly, we will assume that the florist
is asked by his client for advice in re-
gard to planting a foreground or fringe
to a wood or grove of native trees.
For a selection suitable for such a
purpose it is necessary to choose from
among your category of natives, rather
than from among those of foreign
lands. Our native trees and shrubs are
rich with abundant variety, both as to
beauty of flower and foliage or form
of growth, and it is among them that
we must look for material appropriate
for use in such a situation as I have
mentioned.
What can be more beautiful than our
flowering dogwoods, the viburnum,
amelanchiers, andromedas, Cercis can-
adensis, Pyrus arbutifolia, the wild
roses, Vaccinium corymbosum, etc.
The last named is a huckleberry grow-
ing four to five feet high; it bears
bunches of very pretty white flowers in
spring and in the autumn the foliage is
a deep scarlet. Its form of growth is
very attractive, and it is an admirable
plant for massing in the foreground of
woods.
All the above will grow in almost
any kind of soil. The list could be very
much extended, but I am merely giving
you hints as to the character of the
trees that would be desirable. The cat-
alogues of the leading nurserymen
throughout the country supply abund-
ant lists to choose from.
In damp situations or near the edges
of ponds in woods or places which are
of a more or less shady nature, suitable
plants from which to make a selection
would be such as Clethra alnifolia, Lau-
rus benzoin, Magnolia glauca, Calycan-
thus floridus, Prinos verticillatus, An-
dromeda Catesbaei, etc. This andro-
meda is a most useful plant; it is an
evergreen and has long, arching
branches with thick, shiny leaves, and
in the spring is covered with drooping
white flowers. It is a plant that I
would recommend for very general use.
It thrives well either in a sunny or
shaded situation, but on the edges of
ponds it is very effective.
The foregoing remarks treat more on
what would be desirable to use in the
execution of natural planting, rather
than in that of ornamental. My reason
for speaking first about the former
kind of planting is because I am con-
vinced that errors of judgment more
often-occur in the selection of what is
desirable for such a purpose than in
the selection for ornamental use.
For ornamental planting the ever-
greens and exotic trees and shrubs play
an important part. With the variety of
these at our disposal the most elegant
and artistic arrangement is possible,
either for the embellishment of the cir-
cumscribed area of the city or small
suburban lot, or for the more preten-
tious place. So much depends upon the
circumstances attending each case,
such as the taste or caprice of the
owner, the character of the ground and
style of house, that I will not attempt
to offer you any selection, but it should
comprise all the choicest sorts, for
which proper room and a suitable sit-
uation can be found. A good principle
to bear in mind is that the higher pol-
ished the grounds the richer can be the
character of the trees used, and vice
The arrangement of trees and shrubs
is one really of as much, if not more,
importance than their selection. An ar-
rangement which appears simple and
graceful in its composition, and which
has utility and fitness in its parts, is
always to be recommended in prefer-
ence to novel and extravagant displays
without any regard to their fitness to
the surroundings.
There are always some peculiarities
about every place, which should deter-
mine the character of the planting, and
the disposition of Its parts. Every sit-
uation presents difficulties and facili-
ties, and it is in a close study of these
that the key to both what is desirable
and how to arrange them is to be
found.
There are, however, some principles
which govern nearly all planting ar-
rangements, such as repose, which
never can be found where trees are in-
discriminately planted all over a lawn;
an irregular or broken sky line in thick
plantations and shrubbery borders, so
as to get the effect of light and shade,
which is altogether wanting in a plant-
ing of the same general height. To ob-
tain good effects in a shrubbery bor-
der, it is a good plan to mass together
in irregular form a quantity of the
same variety. This is particularly true
of the smaller growing kinds of shrubs,
such as Hypericum calycinum, Spirea
Anthony Waterer, and such like. A
single plant of such as these, dotted
here and there, does not produce the
effect obtainable, as when a quantity
of them are massed together. Of
course, such a system can be carried
to an extreme, with the result that
your composition would appear patchy;
but a judicious arrangement of the
parts and the proper placing of the
larger grovping shrubs so as to form
bays and jutting prominences, create
intricacy and variety, which is the
charm of all shrubbery borders. I
think it was Mr. Wyedale Price who
defined intricacy to be "that disposi-
tion of objects which by a partial and
uncertain concealment excites and
nourishes curiosity. Kemp puts it as
that artful arrangement of single
plants and groups which produces
freshness of aspect and newness of
vista."
In producing diversity in height or
sky line in a shrubbery border or plan-
tation due attention should be paid to
the use of plants of different character-
istics of growth, as well as different
heights; such as those of irregular or
spreading form, of which the Cercis
canadensis is a sample, and the upright
form such as Cercidiphyllum japonica.
Never arrange nor advise your client to
arrange the plants in a shrubbery bor-
der by beginning at the back with the
tallest plants and gradually grading
them in height to the front. It is a
wrong system; it is without variety or
grace, and is altogether monotonous,
especially when, as is often seen, they
are assiduously trimmed into broom-
shaped specimens.
The disposition of trees upon the
lawn, as well as the shrubbery border,
is also a matter which calls for very
careful consideration. We not unfre-
quently see trees dotted promiscuously
all over a lawn without any regard to
order or composition. Advise your
client to plant his trees so as to create
or maintain something.
There is no place, however small or
uninteresting, which does not have
some feature about it to lend charac-
ter to the planting, and it is from this
feature or features that your ideas
must be conceived, whether it be a wall
of leafy garniture here or a spreading
tree there; let it at any rate have some
ineaning.
An nan dale, N. Y.
The annual rose show will be held here
June 16 and IT next. The Dutchess County
Horticultural Society will hold its monthly
meeting here, Wednesday, June 16, when
P. O'Mara, New Y'ork, 'will address the
members on the subject of " hardy roses."
June 5, 1897.
The Pi-orists* Exchange.
551
The Hamburg Exposition.
Regarding the Hamburg Interna-
tional Horticultural Exhibition, which
opened on May 1, the GardenerB' Maga-
zine, speaking from advi.-.s diiH.t from
the exhibition after its diMniii:;, sa\s:
"The exhibition is tli. immm nni-i laiit
yet
in every way worthy n! iha( .111.1 pris-
ing city, and cannot (ail to aflord sat-
isfaction to those who. during the past
two years, have given so freely of their
time and talent to making the needful
arrangements. The executives ha.ve
been fortunate in securing tor the pur-
poses of the exhibition an ideal site,
extending over an area of about fifty
acres. It affords abundant space for
both exhibits and visitors; highly pic-
turesque, it has given full opportunity
for the display of the landscape gar-
deners' art; and situate within a short
distance of the centre of the city, and
nearly surrounded by tram lines, it can
be readily reached from every part of
the city. The site, which forms part
of the moat that originally surrounded
the city, is one of its most important
open spaces, and the public spirit
evinced by the citizens is worthy of
imitation in this country, for they not
only readily surrendered their rights
for a year or so, but provided the
funds required for beautifying the
grounds and the erection of the neces-
sary buildings.
"The permanent exhibition, which
will be continued until the end of Sep-
tember, includes collections of ever-
green, deciduous and coniferous trees
in great variety, and arranged with
due regard to general effect: and in the
beds and borders are collections of
hardy bulbous and perennial plants to
be in due course supplemented by ten-
der plants adapted for the embellish-
ment of the flower garden during the
summer. Just now the tulips, of which
many thousands of bulbs have been
planted, produce a brilliant effect, and
the tropical and other water lilies in
the basin of the great fountain are
coming freely into flower, and should
form a feature of more or less interest
until the end of the summer. Protec-
tion has been and still is given the
water lilies at night by means of can-
vas, supported by rather stout wires,
painted a grey color, radiating from the
fountain in the centre to the margin of
the basin. The buildings provided for
the accommodation of the plants, cut
flowers, fruits and vegetables contrib-
uted to the special exhibition are spa-
cious, and, as so strikingly exemplified
by the Inaugural show now being held,
admirably adapted for the purpose.
"The structures provided for these
special shows form a continuous line of
upwards of two thousand feet, and they
are so designed as to form a series of
handsome buildings culminating in the
great hall. This is unquestionably the
most magnificent structure that has yet
been provided in Europe for the pur-
pose of a horticultural exhibition, and
in admiring its stately proportions it
is impossible to restrain a feeling of re-
gret that notwithstanding the import-
ant position occupied by horticulture
in the United Kingdom, no such hall
has yet been provided for the display
of the products of the garden. The
special show now being held has, like
other gatherings of a similar character,
some weak features, but these are more
than counterbalanced by strong ones,
and the object lessons it affords with
regard to the usefulness of hardy
shrubs for Indoor decorations, and the
arrangement of both flowering and or-
namental-leaved plants, are of im-
mense value. Our German friends
adopt a much bolder style of arrange-
ment of plants than that which flnds
favor in this country, and it would be
well were we to follow their example,
and break away from the flatnesg and
formality which characterizes so many
of the groups presented to public notice
at our exhibitions.
"Groups had a considerable number
of classes provided for them, and as
the competition is keen, and the whole
of the arrangements more or less meri-
torious, they constitute a magnificent
feature. These are all arranged in the
great exhibition hall. On either side
of the hall is a broad terrace with a
wide border next the wall, and at the
end opposite to the vestibule is a spa-
cious orchestra. The middle of the hall
is occupied by an expanse of turf in-
tersected by broad, winding walks,
and a winding stream which in the
centre widens into a miniature lake.
At either end is a large, sloping bank
at present occupied chiefly by Indian
azaleas, and on the central portion of
the turf are grouped flowering and fine
foliage plants of various descriptions.
In some cases they are placed in cir-
cular beds, and in others they are ar-
ranged in Irregular groups or dotted
about on the grass. Ornamental-leaved
and flowering plants are balanced with
great judgment, and the colors of the
general scheme are so well harmonized
as to produce an effect at once rich and
effective. Immediately below the bal-
ustrade of the vestibule is a great bank
of azaleas comprising one hundred fine-
ly-flowered specimens, beyond is the
green turf with its beds and groups of
plants and miniature lake, and rising
as it were from the turf is a semi-cir-
cular bank of azaleas, upwards of one
hundred feet across, flanked by rhodo-
dendrons and fine foliage plants, this
bank of plants being so carried up as
to appear to merge into the plants with
which the orchestra is so lavishly and
tastefully decorated.
"The principal groups for effect are
arranged on the borders that skirt the
St. Louis.
BoilntH Poor.
The business of the past week
was the poorest experienced here for a
long time. Daily receipts were surpris-
i "
pie
the cast when trade is dullest, the
fakirs were numerous. They were sup-
plied with good flowers— carnations
mostly— and sold them at 20 cents a
dozen. One of our progressive retail-
ers has undertaken the task of admin-
istering to the fakirs a dose of their
own medicine, and the drastic meas-
ures adopted by him are causing a howl
among the fakirs, who imagine their
rights are being infringed upon. The
retailer puts two roses, a carnation and
two ferns together and has them sold
as bouquets at 5 cents each. He is
disposing of about a thousand a day
and says it pays.
The weather was unfavorable for
rose growing. The days were warm
and the nights so cool that failure on
I the part of growers to keep up flres
decoration at a farewell dinner given
by his colleagues to Mr. Nugent prior
to his departure to his castle in Wales.
The body of the whale was made of ivy
leaves and the open mouth filled with
I red carnations. The whale attracts the
' attention of every passerby and the
compliments passed upon it are grati-
fying to Manager John Kuntz.
Mr. Koenig ■■ll§ for Gorope.
Julius Koenig and Mrs. Koenig left
last Wednesday for New York, whence
they will sail, on June 10, by
Germany.
for Bremen,
Pittsburg.
C. G. F.
Hsrktt Sloir.
Trade for the past week was
rather slow, but picked up the day be-
fore Memorial Day, which was ob-
served in our vicinity on Saturday. The
florists all report good business for Fri-
day and Saturday up to noon; after
that most of the stores were closed, as
stock was used up. The weather still
being too cold for the season, not many
^^ifat.^S<»^0 or^«^=^N
Plan Showing Arrangement of International Horticultural
and Buildings, Hamburg.
and as the terraces are five or
six feet above the general level of the
hall, and the majority of the plants em-
ployed of the largest size, many of the
palms employed rising to a height of
fifteen or sixteen feet, they produce
an effect which for boldness is seldom
approached at exhibitions at home,
and, indeed, could not be equalled at
gatherings at which the plants are ar-
ranged under tents of ordinary con-
struction, because of an Insufflclency
of space. There are two groups of com-
manding importance, and these bold
masses of foliage and flowers, extend-
ing the whole length of both of the ter-
races, one group on each, adds im-
mensely to the general effect within
the great hall.
"The most remarkable contribution
of palms to the exhibition is that from
L. Winter, Bordighera, Italy, who
wholly fllls a house about one hundred
feet by twenty-five feet, with huge
specimens, chiefly of species of phoenix,
some fully twenty feet high, and all
perfect In development. The species
most strongly represented are Phoenix
tenuis, of which, in addition to those
within the building, there are two
groups, each comprising some half-
dozen specimens outside flanking the
entrance, and giving the visitors a
foretaste of the magnificent display
within the structure. It was interest-
ing to observe that the pots and tubs
occupied by the plants are only just
large enough to receive the stem, and
consequently boxes in which plants of
Phoenix tenuis with stems fifteen
inches in diameter are growing are only
eighteen inches square. The same ex-
hibitor has also outside, and not far
from his palms, a superb collection of
agaves, opuntias and plants of a sim-
ilar character, which, by reason of the
large size and splendid condition of the
individual plants, is especially attrac-
tive."
caused an increase in the number of
mildewed roses. Meteor was In best
demand and if there was a shortage at
any time it was in that variety. Perle
was not so abundant as Bridesmaid,
Bride and Kaiserin. The last two va-
rieties showed great staying qualities.
Funeral work was very scarce and pur-
chasers of white roses were restricted
to counter trade. La France and Tes-
tout sold fairly well, but only those with
good foliage and stiff stems were
wanted.
Carnations arrived in great quanti-
ties. Fancy stock sold well at $1, but
standard quality dragged at 50 cents
per 100. Scott were again most abund-
ant and sold best. Daybreak, when
good, found ready sale; but this variety
has suffered more from heat than any
other. Red and white were a drug.
Paeonias were abundant and sold at
from $2 to $4 a 100; sweet peas were a
glut and hard to sell clean at 20 cents
per 100. Gladioli was plentiful and sold
well at 6 cents. Callas are held at 6
cents; cornflowers at 50 cents per 100;
Cape jasmine are slow sale at 50 cents
per 100. Smilax Is abundant and in
light demand at $10 per 100.
HamiirUl Dm; Tradt.
Decoration Day trade was a dis-
appointment. The business was scat-
tered over three days, but the sales
did not aggregate to as much as those
of the corresponding day last year.
There was a fair shipping trade, but
local demand was light. The veterans
in parade all carried baskets filled with
outdoor flowers. At the Grant Mon-
ument there were several handsome de-
signs, but most of the flowers placed
there were outdoor roses. Still the
effect was very beautiful and Colonel
North deserves credit for the arrange-
A Floral Wkol*.
Jordan has a "whale" in his win-
dow. It was part of a unique table
plants were to be had in bloom, and
this no doubt helped the sale of cut
flowers considerably. Prices advanced
but very little. Roses sold from $1 up;
carnations from 35 cents to 50 cents per
dozen. Sweet peas are in fair demand;
60 cents per hundred is the growers'
figure. Harrisii lilies are quite abund-
The bedding plant trade, up to Dec-
oration Day, was the worst ever known
and is now very quiet. If no improve-
ment takes place soon many plants will
be left unsold. The condition of most
of the stock offered was a sufHcient
reason for slow sales, as plants were
not far enough In bloom to tempt pur-
chasers to take them. But this was not
altogether the growers' fault, as the
low temperature and cloudy weather
during May kept the plants back.
This, the first day of June, finds no
improvement in the weather, and it
looks as if a frost may appear on the
morning of the 2d.
The prospects for a fair trade in cut
flowers look very promising from now
on to the end of the month, as a good
many social affairs have, and are be-
ing, arranged, and weddings promise
to be quite numerous, judging from the
many announcements. The usual com-
mencement exercises of colleges and
schools in our neighborhood will also
help trade, although not nearly as
much as some years ago.
Jotllnii.
C. T. Siebert has vacated the
store on Federal Street, Allegheny, as
it was rather Inconvenient for him to
attend to It properly; besides his East
End store is gaining trade right along,
and with it and the Pittsburg market
-stand he will And trade enough for
the sale of most of his stock.
W. J. Boas, representing Edwards &
Docker, of Philadelphia, was in the
city. E. C. KEINEMAN.
fi52
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n, 3}^ inch pots,
nch pnts.
Abutlloii, Souveni
Eolips.-. 2hi inch
Acalyplia lUacafeeana, 2J^ :
Acllyrailtlies, in three varieties, 21/2 inch pots.,
Alyssum, rom Thumb and Giant, double SVi inch pots. .. 3
Aralia papyrifera, 2)^ inch pots 10
Begonias, line assortment, 2J^ inch pols i
Vernon, red and pink. 3^ inch pots 3
Chaenostoma Hisplda, S)^ inch pots 6
Clirysantlieniunis, Hoe asKirtment. 214 inch pots 4
I'Vutescens Halleril Aurea, 2ii inch pots 8
Cyclamen siganteum, to color, 2^^ inch pots 8
Giganteum. to color, 4 inch pots 16
Persicum. from flats, strong 3
The above are from the very flnest strain of red procurable.
Pl-orists' Exchange.
Si'X'OO
Geraniums, assorted, 4 inch pots
Rose, 3 inch pots.. ................,.!........... ..!!!.......
Hose, 2!^ inch pots
Mme. Salleroi, 2H inch pots
German Ivy, strong, 2V2 inch pots
Grevlllea rotousta, 4 inch pots
Honeysuckle, gulden leaved, 4 inch pots
Maranta, bi-color, strong, 2)^ inch pots
IHusa Knsete, large plants, 12 inch pots, $2.00 each ; 5 to S
pots, 50 cts. to 75 cts. each. The above are strong plants,
are now making a strong growtt
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OYSTER BAY,
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WM. L. SWAN. Prop.
FINE PLANTS— LOW PRICES.
118. 2^ liicll
500 Sword FernB,
fine. 3 In. pots. J5.00 per 100.
NICHOLAS AMOS. - Crestline, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
DON'T GET LEFT
But Get Your Orders in for Rooted Cuttings.
1-erlOOO
ColeusVerschaSfeltii and Golden Queen.. $6 00
Coleus in variety.. 4 OU
Ageratum, Dwarf, Blue and White 6 00
Geraniums, flowering sorts 12 01'
Heliotrope, 8 varieties. 8 00
Salvia Splendens 10 00
POTTED PLANTS. Penoo
Fuchsias, in line shape, 3 inch pots $3 00
'• " " i inch pots 5 00
BegoniaVernon,GreatBedde - "■" ■— '"
2H inch
'$3.00 p
$30.00 per 1000.
Geraniums. Gen. Gi
$ 10.00 per 1000. 6O1
Tinea Variegata, 2 i
Casli vritli Order!
J. E. FELTHOUSEN, Schenectady, N. T.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
2c. GERANIUMS 2c.
HYDRANGEA OTAKSA IMONSTROSA. This
new Hydrangea bearsflowers of immense size;
nice branching plants from 3 iij. pots, $3.50
per 100.
Strong, 2\i inch stuff, in Splendid Shape.
BEGONIA REX, in good assortment $3 50
COLEUS, best varieties I 50
FEVERFEW, Little Gem 2 00
UMBRELLA PLANT 2 50
CARNATIONS, well established potted plants
ill the following : McGowan. Fred Doriier,
Mrs. Harrison, Silver Spray, Elizabeth Rey-
nolds, $1.50 per 100. Eldorado, $2.50 per 100.
PANSIES, strong transplanted, grown from
select seed. 75c. per 100; $6.00 per lOOU.
Cash with order.
JOHN A. DOYLE, SPRINGFIELD, OHIO.
WhenAVritliig Mention Florists' Exchange
HERE THEY GO.
Rex BeEonla, 2)4 inch pols
3 Inch pots
'Vliica var., 214 inch pots
3 Inch pots
4 inch pots
I.etiion 'Verbeua, 2J4 inch pots. ,
'Veritou BefiTOiiia. 2i4 inch pots.
Petunia, single fringed, 2J4 inch pt
scandeiis,
nch pots Ij I
Masturtluill, 2!4 inch pots 2 (
uraniums, 3U inch
Mt. of Snow Gerani
Gymnocarpa, 2H inch pots 2 no
Heliotrope, 2W inch pots 3 00
50,000 Rooted Cuttings of Lobelia.
Mixed Geraoiums, salvia. Heliotrope,
Verbenas, Sweet Alyssiiro, Strobilanthes,
Ageratums, Asters, Vernon Begonias,
per WO, $1.00.
Lemon Verbena, Vinca var.. Double Gen.
Grant Geranium, per 100, $1.26.
Rex Begonia, Mrs. Pollock Geraniums, Snow
Coleiis, I
Dracsena Indivisa, 5 inch pots, per 100, $20.00.
Terms Cash or C. O. D.
GREENE S UNDERHILL, Watertown, N.Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Rooted Outtinss "ramiums, smiux — _
"_".*'""■ •**•■""&• BEGONIAS, CHRYSANTHEMUMS,
COLEUS-
M YOSOTIS-$i so per ,00.
CIANT DOUBLE ALYSSUM-70 cents
per 100 by mail ; $5.00 per 1000 by express.
Win. H. SEARCH, Avondale, Chester Co., Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Good 4 in. Geraniums $7.60
•' 2 " Begonias 3.60
" 2 " Clirysanthemum... 8.60
26,000 good Smilai, 2 in. pots. . . . 2.00
$70.00
30.0(1
30.00
16.00
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par. major..
Aster, i varieties, strong
Col>aea scandens, e
Zinnia, double, mixed.
Geranium, Double Gr;
Petunia, double, 3J/2 inch
Coleus, best varieties, 2J4 inch pots
** " *' 3 inch pots
Latania Borboulca, 2)4 inch pots
" " 6 inch, 75 cents to $1.00 each...
Kentia Beltuoreana, 2!4 inch pots
Areca Uutescens, 3 plants. 2»^4 inch pots
Pandanus lltilis, strong, 2)4 inch pots
" 'Veltclili, floe larpe plants, from $2.00 to 1
4 00 25 00
Musbroonx Spaivn as 1
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JOOO S.mllax,2;^ln. polB,
2000 Grevlllea robUKtn, 4 an.
2000 WaabiDirtonIa fliifera,
1000 Hydrangea, Red Branched. Otaksa and Tti(
.5000 Little Gem Calla. 2» In. rota.
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BOSES.
Planting.
Having made provision, during the
propagating season, for the requisite
number of each kind we intend to grow
this year, the house or part of it best
suited to the different varieties should
have our careful Judgment.
Oontier does well with me in a place
that does not have strong sunlight dur-
ing midwinter. Niphetos is a very
dwarf-growing kind when raised from
young stock, so a bench up to the light,
without much headroom, is just right
for it. Perle and Sunset should be
planted where they can have the
strongest light possible, as it is very
essential that the wood be thoroughly
ripened to produce good flowers; oth-
erwise you may be sadly troubled with
bullheads during the dull, short days.
Mrs. Pierpont Morgan is a dwarf rose,
but should have a light bench— the
north bench in a long span to the south
house suiting it admirably.
Where enough of one variety is
grown to fill a house, and the benches
are suitable, I like to keep them to-
gether. It often happens that we get
an order on short notice for a number
of blooms of one kind, and to know
where they all are, instead of having
to go into four or five houses, saves
considerable time. Then there are per-
iods when a certain variety may need
a little different treatment from the
others tor a few days. Hoste, for in-
stance, is very susceptible to mildew,
and when alone this trouble can be
more easily combated and the risk of
contagion obviated.
In planting out the young plants a
great diversity of opinion exists as to
how far apart they should be set. I
find fifteen inches between the rows is
none too much space for them to give
the best returns, with the exception of
Kaiserin and Niphetos, which are set
about twelve inches apart. By those
who intend growing the former variety
for the first time it should be borne in
mind that it is a very tall grower and
does not make so much brush as the
others; hence the advisability of plant-
ing a little closer, with plenty of head
room.
See that all the plants are in a moist
state before planting; if any are plant-
ed dry it will take a long time for the
ball to get thoroughly moistened and
consequently the vigor of the plants
will be greatly impaired. The little ex-
tra trouble of sorting out the plants in
sizes preparatory to planting, putting
the tallest at the back row, will make
you come out with a uniform lot of
plants in the very near future.
Make a deep hole for planting, but
don't get the plant too deep. When
firmly pressed around with the hand
the top of the ball should be just lightly
covered. If plants are a little pot-
bound carefully open out the roots a
little at the bottom. 'When planted in
this way it will be noticed the firming
around the plant has made a cup about
eight inches in diameter; this, I con-
sider, of great value, as every time
spraying is done the foliage catches
the best part of the water, concentrat-
ing it to the proper place, and the
plants are likewise more easily wa-
tered. The larger bulk of the soil is
not needed at present, and if kept on
the dry side will be in a nice, sweet
condition when the roots get to it; oth-
erwise it is very liable to get sour if
the whole of it is watered from the be-
ginning.
Toung plants that have been given
their last shift lately will be growing
very fast now. On no account let them
become crowded, or they will surely be
greaMy weakened. The pots should be
set at a distance sufficient to allow the
light and air to circulate freely through
the plants.
A little experience I had with Meteor
may be of value to some, especially
those engaged in the retail business.
■When getting a house ready to replant
with young stock, instead of throwing
all the old ones away, the number re-
quired is taken out with as much soil
as possible adhering to the roots, and
trenched in, close together, outdoors.
They are left there the remaining part
of the summer and all winter. As soon
as the frost is out of the ground in
spring, they are dug up, shaken out,
cut back to within two or three eyes,
planted out in the field, and treated
the same as hybrid perpetuals. They
June 5, 1897.
The Pl-orists' Exchange.
653
INTERNATIONAL HORTICULTURAL EXPOSITION,
Florists' Exchange
krom; may till oc'i'ober.
grow very strong and produce fine flow-
ers during summer. Meteor is an ex-
tremely hardy rose, standing the se-
verest weather without any protection
whatever. Late next fall I intend tak-
ing up quite a number to pot them and
bring in bloom for Easter.
I would advise those who have some
Beauty w.uid left in .Tuly. and have
buds on .A.'h sln.-l;, iind in 111,, fall pot
one or tw" st"iks |..^.■lh.■l■ 111 a six-inch
pot. If placed in a cellar or cold house
until they are needed to be started into
growth and .a;iven the proper treat-
ment, such as is extended to pot hy-
brids, each bud will develop a stem
about eighteen inches in length, with a
grand flower, making an ideal pot plant
which sells very readily.— H. H.
Santhemums.
For cut flowers tor home trade, in pink,
we have for ear y a good one in Glory of
the Pacific, next to that. Miss Agnes
Louise Dalskov, (Pink Ivory (is very pretty,
but not lasting in color. Mme. Felix Per-
Bloodgood are good for the later season.
In white, the best yet is Mme. F. Berg-
man n to begin the season ; this to be suc-
ceeded with the following as named : Ivory,
Mrs. H. Robinson, .Mayflower, Niveus and
Mrs. .lerome Jones, for late.
In y How, the best early I know is
G orge S. Conover. Miss M. M. Johnson
will not command a good price in our
market. H. L. Sunderbruch is fine yet,
but should be handled at home ; it is too
soft for shipping. Golden Wedding and
Major Bonnaffon, no man can be without,
and Mrs. Bmil Huettner has shown well
here for late, to be grown in more or less
numbers.
Chas. Davis, Col. Wm. B. Smith, tor
bronze; John Shrimpton, red ; Mrs. West,
pi m color; Miss Georgienne Bramhall,
light straw color. White Swan is a fine
pure white hairy variety.
The number of varieties can be extended
at wil , hut the ones named are good
bread-winners.
F r mar
sncli kind
without much staking. This list is headed
by Fred. Walz, pink followed, according
to their merits, as placed, by Glory of the
Pacific, pink; Mme. Ferd. Bergniann,
white; Ivorv, white; T'ink Ivory, Miss M.
M. Johnson, Miiierv.-i and H. L. Smid.-i-
bruch, yellow; Louis Pinchincr, pink;
L'Enfantdesdeux M..ndcs, whitr ; .Mntutil
Friend, white; G W. Childs, red ; and fur
later varieties: W. H. Lincoln, Major
Bonnaffon, yellow ; L. Canning and Mrs
Jerome Jones for white, and I)ean Hole
shapes up nice for blush, and can be had
in the » arly part of November. I hope
that this .set soon will be improved by
growers like Fred. Walz
By this time, the houses begin to show
empty places, and things ought to be
handled so that in a short time we will be
able to begin our preparations for planting,
whicli subject will be treated
TiiEO. Bock,
ROSES
Fine strong healthy stock, 2 inch and
3 inch plants.
CUT ROSES and CARNATIONS always
in stock.
H.DALE, - Brampton, Ont.
WhcnWritiiieMent
rlsts' Exchange
PERLE ROSES.
3 INCH POTS.
$S.oo per Hundred. Casta.
EDWIN A. SEIDEWITZ,
ROSES
Fine Roses from 2J^ Inch Pots.
Bride
Bridesmaid
Meteor
mine. Hoste
TERMS. Cash with order.
Per 100 Per 1
.»3 00 %xs '
. 3 00 25 <
CHAS. E. SMITH,
ROSES.
strong 2H inch plants in splendid shape.
Yellow Rambler Aglsia, $1.00 per doz.; $8.C0
per 100.
Climbing trootton, 75 cts. per doz.; $6.00
per 100.
Cash with order.
JOHN A. DOYLE, - Springfield, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Sterling American Novelty, tlie
WHITE COCHET
Is a sport from Maman Cochet, which Is
considered now the best pink out-of-
door rose. It has all the good qualities
of ita parent; its color is pure white i
Price, per dozen, from 3 inch, $<.00.
" 100. " 3 " 30.00.
All OrdHS Must U Aocompanled vith Cash.
J. COOK, "%?S£^"' Baltimore. Md.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
40,000 FIRST QUALITY FORCING ROSES
Ready for
Immediate
Planting.
tlrst-class and perfectl7 healthy i
those sent out the
Only selected growth from flowering shoots used in propagating
WOOTTON, liA FRANCE. AMERICAN BEAUTY, BELIZE SIEBRECHT,
mr.TEOK, KAISEUIN A. V.
HEULE. NIPHETOH,
BRIDESMAID. SAFRANO.
SI'NSET. BON SlbENE, MERM
GOSTIER, MME. HOSTE, BRIDE
1 Inch pots, $7.00 per 100. Unch pots, »10.00 per 100.
J. IDILXjOnsr. Bloom.s'b'iarg,
PHILADELPHIA ROSES
Strictly first-class, clean stock, in 3 inch pots.
. . . Beauty, Meteor, Bride, Bridesmaid . . .
MYERS & SAMTMAN, Wyndmoor, Chestnut Hill, Phila., Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
50.000 BRIDE >ND BRIDESMAID! so,ooo f^;.>
From 2Vi! inch pots,
From dy2 inch pots.
Fine large 31/2 inch GER A7
300 Fortune's Yellow 2 60
MOSS ROSES.
Moussellne, Henri Martin, James Veltch,
Capt, Ilasroger, Blanche double. Lanell
Moss, Mme. Kochelambcrt, Glory of
Mosses, Alice Leroy, Proline or Gracilis. 3 (XI
POCYANTHA ROSES.
Mile, Cecil Ilrunner, George Pernet, Perle
d'Or, Mignonette, Pink Soupert 3 00
NANZ & NEUNER
LOUISVILLE, KY.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
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Contents.
American Association of Ni hserymen.
American Institute Fair ....
Births, Etc
Carnations
Changes in Business
Chrysanthemums
Correspondence
Experiment Stations .....
Hambuko Exposition 551
Obituary:
Robert Douglas
Roses
Seed Trade Kkpobt
Trees and Shrubs
Trade Notes :
Brooklyn
Pittsburg, St. Louis
New York, Philadelphia .
Boston, Buffalo, Clovelund
Chicago, Springfield, St. Paul
Washington
Cincinnati, Syracuse, N. V. .
Watering Plants in Sunshine
For the Busy Man.
A floral "whale" (without Jonah) is St.
Frederick E. Young, nurseryman, Rochester,
^. Y., is reported to have made an assign-
A St. Louis florist is making up and disposing
of bouquets a la street fakir, and finds it
pays him.
.Tames Dean's auction sale takes place
Wednesday and Thursday next, June 9 and 1».
at Bay Kldge, N. Y.
Henry A. Clinkaberry has been awarded the
gold medtil of the Massachusetts Horticultural
Society for a display of new orchids.
The American Seed Trade Association meets
Id Washington, and
of Nurserymen in St. Louis, next week
Very unseasonable
enced in Europe ; in , _ _ _
crop was killed by a frost which occurred on
May 12.
There will be a grand auction sale of orchids
by Cleary & Co., at Pitcher & Manda's, Short
Hills, N. J., on Wednesday and Thursday,
American Institute Fair.
The schedule of premiums for the
sixty-sixth fair of the American Insti-
tute, so far as it applies to plants,
flowers, fruits, vegetables, etc., has
been issued. The exhibition will be
held in the Madison Square Garden,
New York, from September 27 to Oc-
tober 23, 1897, inclusive. No entrance
fee is required for plants, flowers, fruits
or vegetables.
The first weeli of the fair, from Sep-
tember 27 to October 2, will be devoted
to exhibits of dahlias, gladiolus, sweet
peas, miscellaneous cut flowers, ex-
cluding roses and carnations, and to
wild flowers. In the dahlia competition
classes are provided for commercial
and amateur growers respectively, and
suitable prizes will be awarded. A
gland staircase decoration competition
will be somewhat of a novelty. For
this prizes of $100 and $75 are offered.
This decoration must be kept in good
condition from the day of opening till
October 23.
During the week from October ' '" 9
exhibits are called for ^^ "'i* /lowers
and stove and greenh^ase plants. An
innovation '" nn-r.petitions will also
take pi ■>.:.«: on Wednesday. October 6,
ir' '^= form of exhibits of hand and
bridal bouquets, open to florists' em-
ployes only. In this competition prizes
and diplomas will be awarded.
The third week, October 11 to 16, will
be devoted to cyclamens, geraniums,
lily of the valley and cut roses.
From October IS to 23, the fourth
week, there will be displays of chrysan-
themum plants and cut flowers, cut
roses, carnations and floral designs,
the latter to include table centre-pieces.
Prizes in the classes for chrysanthe-
mum plants range from $100 to $5; those
for cut flowers of chrysanthemums,
carnations and roses being also very
liberal.
The committee of the Chrysanthe-
mum Society of America, of which Eu-
gene Dailledouze, Flatbush, is chair-
man, will meet during the progress of
the fair, at the exhibition hall, each
Saturday at 2 P. M., to pass upon seed-
lings for this society.
It is stated that the Institute's med-
als, diplomas or certiflcates will be
awai-ded for new or rare specimens ex-
hibited during the fair.
There will also be interesting exhibits
of fruits, comprising grapes, peaches,
apples, pears, quinces, etc., and of veg-
etables and farm crops.
The display of flowers and plants will
be in charge of James W. Withers;
that of fruits will be looked after by
E. G. Fowler, and of vegetables by C.
L. Allen. The show of farm crops will
be in charge of Dr. Robert Taylor.
Persons or societies intending to ex-
hibit in any of the classes of this de-
partment are requested to give notice
as early as possible to the chairman
Committee of Agriculture and Horti-
culture, Dr. F. M. Hexamer, No. 52
Lafayette Place, New York.
la being e.vperi-
Ma/cing ft Easy For The Show
Manager.
Mr. Richard Lewis, secretary of the
Annandale Rose Show, says of the sys-
tem of exhibition stationery, which we
have brought out for the benefit of
show managers, that "Last year the
system worked most satisfactorily: the
secretary's work was all finished the
day before the exhibition, and on the
day set for the exhibition all he had
to do was to sit down before the en-
trance door and give the exhibitors
their envelopes."
The system above alluded to is the
most satisfactory ever devised, and all
who have to do with the management
of shows should give it their careful at-
tention if they wish to save time and
trouble.
Full particulars sent upon applica-
tion to A. T. De La Mare, Printing and
Publishing Co., Limited, P.O. Box 1,697,
New York City.
OBITUARY.
Robert Douglas.
This pioneer nurseryman died sud-
denly at his home, Waukegan, 111., on
Tuesday, June 1, aged 84 years.
Mr. Douglas has been aptly named
the "father of forest planting in Amer-
ica." He was born at Gateshead, Eng-
land, on April 20, 1S13, and came to this
country in 1836, locating permanently
at Waukegan, in June, 1844. He was
the first to raise evergreens from seed
in the open air here. Up to that time
all of the foreign evergreens were im-
ported from Europe at two or three
years old.
Mr. Douglas had seen the seedlings
growing in the north of England with-
out shade, and at the close of the war
he bought seeds in quantities and
sowed them by the acre. They came
up as finely as any he had ever raised,
but he did not raise a plant, as they
all damped off or scorched off before
autumn. The next year he used frames
covered with coffee sacks, and they did
well, and were no great trouble, as the
rain went through so that they did not
need watering; but the coffee sacks
soon rotted. After that he made lath
frames, such as are now in common
use. But for the past twenty years he
had grown them under tall arbors. Mr.
Douglas was the flrst to plant and care
for artificial forests in America and on
the largest scale that any have been
planted.
After the Catalpa speciosa became
noted he grew millions of this tree.
Many Western States now have forests
of this and other trees, which were all
planted by this enterprising man. An-
other of his noted introductions to cul-
tivation is the blue spruce, some mag-
nificent specimens of which may still
be seen on his grounds in Waukegan.
Robert Douglas's name is associated
with all the early efforts of founding
horticultural societies in America, in-
cluding the American Association of
Nurserymen. He was a genial, modest,
unselfish and liberal-minded man. hon-
orable and upright in all his business
dealings. He had rendered grand and
noble service to the cause of horticul-
ture during the past half century. The
writer first made his acquaintance in
1867 and can write him down as one of
Nature's noblemen. ESS.
New Yorl(,
Florists' Club Exhibition.
At the regular meeting of the
club, June 14, the following exhibition
and competition, open to all, will take
place:
(1) Best display of herbaceous flow-
ers; (2) best collection and display of
iris, any section; (3) best display and
collection of pjeonias; (4) best display
of hardy roses; (5) best display of
plants and flowers not enumerated
above.
The club's silver medal and certificate
will be awarded to the best and second
best exhibits respectively in each class,
when such exhibits are, in the opinion
of the Judges, considered worthy of said
awards. Exhibits to be staged and
ready for the judges by 3 o'clock in
the afternoon of June 14. Intending
exhibitors will kindly notify Secretary
Young, at 51 West Twenty-eighth
Street, or James W. Withers, Box 1 697
City, on or before Saturday, June' 12]
of the amount of space desired.
Show at American insMlDte.
The horticultural section will hold
a general exhibition on Tuesday, June
8. at their rooms, 111 West Thirty-
eighth Street. T. J. Dwyer, Cornwall-
on-Hudson, will speak on strawberries
and John N. May on hardy roses. The
meeting begins at 2 P. M. and the exhi
bition will continue from that hour till
9 P. M. Exhibits of strawberries, ii
pseonias and herbaceous flowers will
large. Hothouse fruits will also be
represented.
Pltchfr&Handa'g Affairs.
At the second hearing of the cred-
itors of this corporation held in the
Chancery Chambers, in Jersey City,
on Tuesday, June 1, before the Hon,
Henry C. Pitney, Vice-Chancellor
there was a representation of creditors
whose claims aggregate about $58,000,
the total claims being $65,000. These
were about equally divided in favo
and against an immediate sale of all
the stock. The Chancellor heard argu-
ments on both sides and decided that
it would be to the best interests of the
creditors to continue the business, dis-
posing of the stock at private sale,
rather than sell it at auction, and or-
dered the receiver to act accordingly.
The sale of the orchids will take place
June 16 and 17, as previously ordered.
Market ImprOTes.
There has been an improvement
n business during the week, stock of
all kinds having cleared better than
has been the case for some time. This,
with the lighter supply, has improved
the sale of roses and a slight advance
in price is the result, especially for
clean and extra stock. Saturday
turned out to be a good day on all
lines; prices were shghtly higher; Sun-
day trade was light; Monday morning
a heavy downfall of rain caused a
slump on arrivals, most of the stock
going into the ice boxes to be sold'
Tuesday for anything it would bring.
Wednesday there was a moderately
good demand. Thursday and Friday
trade was light.
Out-of-town trade evidently is pick-
ing up, for shipping orders have im-
proved considerably. There has been a
brisk demand for valley; prices ruled
from $2 to $3 per 100. Good lilies also
sold fairly well, with 6 cents to 8 cents
as taking prices. White orchids were
also in demand. Pseonias are now very
abundant, and it is hard work to aver-
age 50 cents per dozen for these. Glad-
ioli averaged about $6 per 100 spikes.
Sweet peas are coming in from out-
door-grown stock, and prices are fall-
ing. Lilac is now practically over.
Carnations are abundant and move
slowly; yellows can hardly be sold at
any price.
Cot Floirer Exchange, 31th St.
Trade for Decoration Day at this
mart was quite brisk and has been
fairly good during the week. The
change in the opening hour went into
effect on Tuesday, the hour now being
6 A. M. It is a little premature to
speak about the success or failure of
the venture, but so far the friends of
the later hour are warm in its praise.
This centre this week is mourning the
loss of one of its larger growers — C.
Schneider, of Train's Meadow Grove,
Woodside, L. I. Mr. Schneider, after a
brief illness, beginning with a cold, fol-
lowed by pneumonia, which developed
into consumption, died Sunday, aged
31. The funeral took place on Wednes-
day and was largely attended by grow-
ers and friends, the interment being in
St. Michael's Cemetery, Astoria. The
floral pieces were numerous, several
city firms contributing. The deceased
leaves a widow and three children.
Aoctlon Sales.
Contrary to expectation, business has
been better this week than last. Spe-
cial sales are numerous. Tuesday next
Cleary & Co. sell palms, etc., from
Philadelphia growers; Wednesday and
Thursday William Elliott & Sons sell
out the entire stock belonging to James
Dean at Bay Ridge. June 16 and 17
Cleary & Co. will sell, at Short Hills,
the entire stock of orchids belonging
to Pitcher & Mauda.
Retail Trade.
The slight increase of business
has been well distributed over the city.
Steamer trade has been heavy.
Warrendorf, Broadway, had the Gil-
roy wedding on Thursday. The church
was decorated with garlands and fes-
toons of Viburnum plicatum and V.
opulus, pffionias, etc. The house was
decorated with cattleyas, smilax and
roses. The bride carried white orchids.
James Dean has bought a small farm
at Babylon, L. L, where he will locate
after he leaves Bay Ridge. A large
attendance is expected at the sale on
June 9 and 10. The stock to be auc-
tioned is in excellent condition.
H. C. Steinhoff has gone on a trip to
the Bermudas.
Wakefield Reed succeeds Peter Mc-
Donald at Siegel-Cooper's in the cut
flower and plant department.
Philadelphia.
Baslneii Improres.
There has been quite an increase
in business the past week; a number of
prominent weddings have taken place
and this work has been evenly distrib-
uted over the city. There have also
been several school commencements,
which have used up large quantities of
flowers. Then the city has had a con-
stant stream of dinners and receptions
all week, owing to the visit of Presi-
dent McKinley and the convention of
the Medical Association, the largest
June 5, 1897.
The F^lorists' Exchmnge.
555
affair being tlie dinner to the Presi- ' JottlDicii.
dent at the Bourse on Wednesday 1 john Gibson, of Newport, was a
night, at which 1,500 covers were laid. | visitor to the Hub last weelf. aecom-
The decorations were done by J.
Habermehl's Sons.
PrcorAtion Dat Trade.
Decoration Day
ported good all aroun
more cut flower work
stores than has been th
business is re-
id. There was
at most of the
for three
years past. The growers around the
cemeteries all report good business.
The weather was all that could be de-
sired. Among the growers of bedding
plants there appears to be a surplus of
geraniums, but the smaller stock, such
as coleus and alternanthera, is already
becoming scarce.
Hirkat Motea.
First-class flowers are now very
scarce. Good roses have been in de-
mand. There is plenty of second-class
stock around, but the stores have had
difliculty to secure suflicient good stock
this week. Prices have been somewhat
flrmer, but remain rather low.
Sweet peas have been in large de-
mand, white and pink colors being
mostly called for; the highest price has
been 50 cents per 100. Valley has also
sold very well; extra good has been in
big demand for bouquet work: prices
range from $2.50 to U per 100. All
spring flowers, such as pseonias, del-
phinium and centaurea. have sold very
well. A few poppies have been coming
in, but do not sell so freely.
Clab NotM.
The meeting on Tuesday last was
well attended. Edward Campbell read
an interesting paper, which was much
appreciated. The subject for the July
meeting will be, "Is It Desirable to Sell
to Department Stores?" This has been
assigned to Joseph Heacock.
Jiiloo Fibre.
The American Jadoo Co. are much
elated at the success they are meeting
with in the introduction of this new
article; orders are coming in freely
from all over the country. Prepara-
tions are now being made to introduce
jadoo into the sugar plantations of
Louisiana.
C. W. Cox reports a large increase
in business at Second and Bristol
Streets. Three new houses are now in
course of construction, two of which
are 175 feet long and one 100 feet.
isitor to the Hub last week, accom-
panying a visiting lodge of K. of P's.
Robert McGorum is erecting a new
dwelling house at Natick.
Welch Bros, are receiving from Carl
Jurgens, of Newport, some fine K. A.
Victoria roses.
DAVID RUST.
Boston.
Decoration Day Trade.
Memorial Day in Boston
of the best with the florists or
The weather was unfavorable
holiday and several precedii
vas one
record.
for the
days,
with the exception of Sunday, which
was tor the most part bright and clear.
But notwithstanding the weather, the
day was very generally observed, and
the florists — wholesalers, retailers and
growers— all did a satisfactory busi-
ness. There was a falling off in the de-
mand for dried and metallic flower de-
signs, and fresh flowers had the call.
The cheaper flowers — deutzia. snow-
balls, etc., held out in supply, but there
was a stiff demand for carnations and
roses on Saturday and Sunday, and
stock in these lines was exhausted.
The bulk of the immense quantity of
stock handled sold at about the prices
quoted last week, though slight ad-
after the
vas practically
Every one I have talked with reports
an increase over last year's business.
Tlie Flower market.
Business since Monday has held
up fairly well in most directions and
good stock finds ready sale, but at
prices which approach the summer
level. Carnations and roses are plen-
tiful. Longiflorums are getting scarce
and smilax is still on the short side.
Pseonias, iris and other herbaceous
stock is coming in and finds a fair sale
in limited quantities.
June weddings are being announced,
and this feature will doubtless offer its
usual amount of encouragement to the
florists during the rest of this month,
which, with the school and college
graduations, make quite a busy month
to wind up the florists' season.
An Aurllon Sale.
N. F. McCarthy & Co. will auc-
tion on Saturday 20,000 young rose
plants grown by W. H. Elliott. This
is a fine lot, including Bride, Brides-
maid , Perle and Gontier.
The annual rhododendron show of
he Massachusetts Horticultural So-
■iety occurred on Thursday and Friday
ind was in all respects an exception-
ally fine exhibition, the lower hall being
filled to overflowing with choice speci-
mens of rhododendrons, hardy azaleas,
pseonias, German iris and other hardy
flowers, as well as fine collections of
more tender productions.
The centre table was entirely filled
by James Comley, gardener to the F.
B. Hayes estate, with an effectively
arranged collection of rhododendrons,
azaleas and a large variety of hardy
flowering and fancy foliaged shrubs, for
which this estate is noted. To the
left the next table, also running the
entire length of the hall, was complete-
ly filled with rhododendrons and aza-
leas from H. H. Hunnewell (F. L. Har-
ris, gardener). This exhibit embraced
many fine specimens and one section
of it contained seventy named rhodo-
dendrons, which made in themselves a
grand exhibition. On the table to the
right of the centre was a fine display
of orchids. John L. Gardner (William
Thatcher, gardener) exhibited a collec-
tion of plants in bloom embracing a
variety of cattleyas, cypripediums,
odontoglossums and miltonias, effec-
tively arranged in combination with
terns in pots. The same exhibitor
showed some exceptionally flue speci-
W. A. Manda, of South Orange, N. J.,
showed a series of varieties of Laelia
elegans; also Laelia purpurata, var. So.
Orangensis, which was awarded a first-
class certificate of merit.
A grand exhibit of cut orchids was
made by Henry Clinkaberry, gardener
to Charles G. Roebling, Esq., Trenton,
N. J., which included many varieties of
cypripediums, cattleyas and laelias,
and was awarded the distinguished
honor of a gold medal. Included in this
collection was the New Laelia — purpu
rata Roeblingiana, a fine specimen.
On this table was a fine display of
rhododendrons from Mrs. B. P. Cheney
(John Barr, gardener).
Collections of iris were shown by
John L. Gardner and W. H. Cowing.
Mr. Cowing also exhibited some grand
oriental poppies, type and varieties
Parkmanni, and twenty-two varieties,
types and hybrids, of aquilegia. F. S.
Davis showed a fine collection of aquil-
egia. W. N. Craig made a display of
cut flowers, including ten or twelve va-
rieties of good carnations. Williani
Nicholson filled a large vase with a va-
riety of fancy carnations. W. A. Manda
showed a vase of Lilium longiflorum
foliis albo-marginatus, a striking va-
riety of longiflorum with a white stripe
around the edge of the leaf, for which
he received a first-class certificate of
T. C. Thurlow made a large and in-
teresting display of hardy shrubs, both
flowering and foliage, also a collection
of hardy azaleas and Azalea mollis, and
another collection of fifty named va-
rieties of azaleas. Mrs. B. M. Gill and
Miss Hattie B. Winter arranged vases
of flowers and Mrs. E. M. Gill and Mrs.
A. D. Wood made displays of cut flow-
ers.
Dr. C. G. Weld (Kenneth Finlayson,
gardener) showed some fine specimens
of rhododendrons and a collection of
aquiiegias. John Jeffries showed aquil-
egias and made an interesting display,
and A. W. Blake exhibited some fine
rhododendrons, iris and other cut flow-
ers. The Bussey Institution made a
display of late tulips and showed a cu-
riosity in the shape of a tomato grafted
on a potato with the vine fruiting at
both ends.
James Comley was awarded a silver
medal on a new hardy rhododendron—
"James Comley"— and an honorable
mention on one named William Power
of stock were at
of it was of fair
tra good was ob-
Immense quantitii
hand, and while mo
quality, very little 1
tainable.
Everything, was used up and prices
realized were better than average for
several seasons past. Stock at present
time is very scarce and prices remain
about the same as were obtained one
week ago: Tea roses, $1 a dozen;
Beauty, long stems, $4 and $5; carna-
tions, 35 cents and 40 cents; pseonias,
$1.50 and $2; auratum lilies, $2 and $2.50
a dozen; sweet peas, 15 cents per dozen.
Jottlnga.
James Eadie is erecting three new
houses, each 24x100 feet.
Besides many orders for commence-
ment work, our florists have some very
fine orders booked for numerous wed-
dings that will occur this month.
G. A. T.
Index to. Advertisers.
Heiss J li
Ag
Leach J (
Search Wm H..
Hughes Oeo J . . .
Merkel 0 & Son .
Eoabach A 4 O.
Saul John Estate. .
BeKoiilaa
BetBcher Bros.
Dieterlch O P & Br(
Doyle J A.,
Wi:
W. K. W.
■ Floral Co . 669
lalbsand Roots
FauBt H
Germain Fruit Oo
JooBten OH
HulaeboBohBroa.
LovettCo
UoAllleter F E Oo . 546
! r>4",f
667
Cat Klowera
662
Buffalo Cut Flow Ex 663
DaleH 663
Dumout & Co 662
EUlBon Wm 663
Ellis & PoUsworth. . 661
Fltzg'ldiHammond 682
Fleokeneteln Ohaa Q 663
Ford Bros 662
Hoffmann HA 662
Horan EC 562
IlUnoisOutFlowerCo 662
Saatlng Wm F. ... 663
Kennloott Bros Oo. 662
Kuabn O A 663
Lang JulluB 662
Lynch W B 662
MoOarthy NFftOo. 663
MoKeUar Chaa W... 662
H T Out Flower Oo.
Pennook Samuel S.
Purdy k BlauTelt. . .
ReldEdw
Relnberg Broa
ParkFlOo...
Bogen
RsUei
Sheridan W F
St. Louis Cut FI Co.
Sutherland O A
Traendly k Schenok
Welch Broa
Wore O. W ..
Tonng John
Elizabeth Nurs C^
Eveuden Bros - . .
Fryer E
Lovett Co
Plerson F B Oo . .
Slebrecht & Son
VaugtaausSeedSt
Dorner FA Sons Co. I
Doyle J A I
Orallert 4 Oo I
Haokett John 4 Co.. I
Hancock 4 Hon I
Harrison John i
H«rr AIM I
Hopp 4 Lemke 1
Meadow View Green-
houses I
Belnberg Bros i
Cleveland.
Decoration Day Trade.
Decoration Day had a temporary
invigorating effect on the florist trade,
and in spite of the depressing weather
an active movement was noticeable in
the sale of cut flowers, as well as pot
plants of all kinds.
Oltryaandieinuina
Beckert T F 66'
Benedict Oeo H 66'
BetsoherBi-os 65
Bunting S J 66<
Elsele 0 60
BlaaUja 65<
Fryer E 66
Hackett John 4 Co. .<6
Merkel O ft Son 56
Pitcher & Manda 64
Smith WO 6!
Smith N 4 Son 66
Wood Broa 66
Dnlillas.
Davis A B& Son.
Knapper Albert..
Orowl Fern Co do7
ElUoll Wm H 663
Germain Fruit Co... 646
Higblauds Nursery. 663
Pottery Oo 648
Storra 4 Harrison Oo 669
U-liouae Building,
Heating und Ven-
tilating Material.
OarmodyJD 549
Chadborn- Kennedy
Oo 549
Ooldwell-Wllooi Oo. 649
Oowen'a N Bona 661
Dletach A 4 Oo 661
Dreer HA 661
Gasser, JM 64>i
aibllnkOo 549
HarTlaL4 8on 661
Herendeen Mfg Co . . 661
Hlppard B 640
Hltctllngs 4 Oo 661
Loolland Lumber Oo
. . 648-560
Lord 4 Burnbam Oo 661
Monlnger John 0 Co 561
Ormsby EA .... 649, 659
Pierce FO Co 661
Plenty's Hortloul-
tnral Worka 649
Quaker City Machine
Co 649
Scollay J A 661
Steams A T Lumber
Oo 661
Van Home Griffen
4Co 661
Wol(AQ4Bro 649
Wood GlaseOo fiiil
Second Hand 668
Barr B F
Benedict Geo H .
Betaober Bros...
Briuton WP
Ellis 4 Pollworth...
EmmanaOeo M
Evendeu Bros
FairTiew Floral Co.
Huabandi I
KruschkaM A
National Plant Co...
Renter S J
Vicki Hill Co
Green lioaaea.
For Sale, To Lease . . .
Halt Inaurani
norlatHallAaa'n....
Oook.J 668
DalaB 663
Dietrich 0 P 4 Broa. 669
I J L 66S
Doyle J A 663
— ■ -[Pollworth... 664
Emmans, Geo M 663
Eveuden Bros 666
Heiss J B 660
Henderson. John Co. 553
Jaokaon St, Farklna
569
La Roche 4 Stahl Oo 663
LovettCo 516
Merkel48on 663
re* Samtman.. 663
iSNeuner 663
Natl Plant Co 663
Nat'l Plant Co 643
PennockSS 662
RIckseokerOhaaH... 663
Sohrader Gua 663
Decorative Planta
Bader, Jno 657
BakerOhaaF 667
Becker Fred C 567
Corning E 667
Doyle J ;
557
Jordan Floral Co... 667
La Roche 4 Stahl Co 653
Plerson FR Go 645
RoehraJullua 657
Scott Jno 662
Biebreohtft Sone... 647
Van Houtte Louie... 657
WlttboldOeo 667
Gchrvrria.
Buttle Broa..
FertlUzera
Murphey R H...
Vick & Hill Co..
llydrang
Boemer Fred...
DuntlugS J
Evenden Broa...
Hackett John 4 (
Joosten 0 H
LouisTlileTob'co <
Skaboura Dip Co..
Stoothoir H A....
Mlscellaneo
Cunningham Jos 1
Everltt 4lDeall
Falthouaen J E
Greene 4 Cnderhlll. 562
Greene Co. Floral
Nurs 666
HerZdgW 647
LovettCo 652
Rosbach A .V Q 656
Scott John 662
SeawanhakaGrhses. 6'>2
So Cal Accl Aasn .... 657
Wood Bros 660
Muahroum Spawn
Scott Jno 662
Alyoaotla.
Search Wm H 662
Nuraery Stock,
Storra 4 Harrlaon Oo 669
Orchids.
Coming E 667
Panaiea
Doyle J A .'.62
8oltau0 4 Oo 666
Reinberg Bros 1
Ruttie Bros I
SeldewllzEA !
Smith Chas B 1
h WO 1
a 4 Harrlaon Oo <
Vautjban'sSeedStore I
Wood Broa I
BeaulleuH
BergerHH & Co..,
Burpee WA 4 Co...
'"' as& Boddlngto
tUiott Wm 4 Sont
Faust H G 4 Co . . .
Germain Fruit Oo.
McAllister FB Co... 646
Rolker A & Son 661
RoemerFied 647
Schiller J L 646
Waeber&Don 646
Sllraba, Flowering
d Ornamental.
son 4 PerkinsCo 669
Ouwerkerk P .657
Storra 4 Harrison Co 559
Houtte Louis... 657
mllai Planta.
Bailer FA 567
Betscber Bros 662
Bunting S J 656
Ellis A, Pollworth.... 664
Herr A M 66i;
Hughes Geo J 666
Reinberg Bros 653
Smith WC 663
! 4 Hill Co 669
Sprinklers.
King 4 Knight 648
Supplies and
Reqillsltes
Bayersdorf er H 4 Oo 661
Boston Letter (Jo . . . 560
OonlayJohn &Son.. 66u
Ellis & Pollworth . . 661
Ellison W 663
Herrmann A 664
Kastlng WmF 563
Kannlcott Broa Oo . . 662
KuehnOA 663
McAllister F EOo.. 616
McOarthyNF40o.. 563
McKellar 0 W 662
Meyer Jno 0 4 Co.... 660
Reed 4 Keller 660
RloeM 400 660
Vegetable Plant
HargadlneEO 5
Pollen Alex 6
Schmidt, J 0& Co.. 6
Ttncent B Jr 4 Son. 6
Verbenas
Evendeu Bros 5
Talbot GE 6
Wood Bros 6
Jackson JiPerklusCo t
Pitcher 4 Manda....'. I
itorra 4 Harrison Oo (
Vick & Hill Co t
Wood Bros 5
Violela
Beckert T F I
Boulon Fd I
oellBonJ (
Elsele O ;
LaBoche 4 Stahl Co E
Merkel 4 Son f
Morris H 1
Renard Joa (
Button EB Jr I
556
The Plorists* Kxchmnge.
MARIE LOUISE VIOLETS,
2i4 Inch pots. Good stock from frames.
»3.50 per 100.
H. MORRIS, - Eiifrle-n-ood, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
50,000 CALIFORNIA VIOLETS ?^';„\
AmpelopMU Veltchlii strong, dormant, one
CANNAS S'jtviSS'io?" '"'"'''
BENJAMIN CONNELL, Florist, W«slGravs. Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VIOLETS MY SPECIALTY!
California 75 5.00
All from Kood plants, rooted runners. Send
in your orders now. Cash with order or satis-
factory reference.
FERD. BOULON, Sea Clifl. I,. T., N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ASTER PLANTS f„r'Queen''o?"tt
Market, Perfection, and Comet, ready to plant
out, by mail, soc. per loo; I4 per 1000 by express
J. C. SCHniDT & CO., Bristol, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SEMPLE'S ASTERS
Pink and White, $2.50 per 1000. (Pink limited.)
Ampelopsis and Vinca var., 2J2 in. pots, 40c,
Euonyiuxts Aurea var., i year, $2.50 per 100.
Achillea, the Pearl, $3.50 per 100 clumps,
A. & G. ROSBACH, Pemberton, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Pansies Worth Raising . .
Blooming' plants or plants in bud, from
$10.00 per iOOO up. Full value g-iven in every
case. Cash with order. All sliipments free
on board of express here.
C. Soltau & Co. "/.fu^re"' Jersey City. N. J.
Wht■n^^-rUing Mention Florists' Exchange
West Islip Greenhouses.
Marie Louise Violets, Runners
$4.00 per xooo, cash with order.
E. B. SXJXTON, Jr.,
P. O. Address, Babylon, T.. I., N. V.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Our Latest and Greatest Bargain Offer.
Daisy, Feverfew, Flowering Begonias, Sal-
leroi Geraniums, etc, 2^ i"- POts, $2.00
perlOU; Swainsona alba, Genista canarlen-
sls, 214 io- pots» Marie Louise Violets, large
clumps, $3.00 per 100; Clirysanthemums, lead-
ing varieties. 2^ in. pots, $3.50 per 100; 1500
E^nglish Ivy, rooted cuttings, strong, S1.75 per
100. Speak quick; send cash.
GREENE COUNTY FLORAL NURSERY,
'Wtalte Hall, 111.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
20,000 ASTERS.
Truffaut's Perfection, 4 colors.
Victoria Perfection, 4 colors.
Seniple's Strain, 4 colors.
Also Vello-\v Quilled.
Per lOO, hy mail, 75o.; per ICOO, by express, $6.
JE'WEI. or BALI. ASTER, new,
2 inch pots, $2.00.
30,000 SMItAX, from 2 inch pots, per
100, $1.50; per 1000, S13.60.
Casli with order, please.
QEORGE J. HUQHES, Berlin, N.J.
When Writing Mention Flori;
I EDW. J. TAYLOR, i
X Wholesale ^
I Carnation (irower, :
I
SOUTHPORT, CONN.
♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦<
Harrison's White
CARNATION.
New Carnation, sport from Wm. Scott.
JOHN HARRISON,
739 Bergen Ave., Jersey City, N. J.
When Writing Mention Flori.sts' Exchange
GERANIUMS
Ceo. H. Benedict, Yorkvllle, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
double varieties : S.
— . La Kavortte. Bishop
Wood. Gen. Qrant.and others. 2 In., $2.00 per 100;
3 in., 13.60 per 100.
VINCAS, variegated; Ivy and Silver Leaf
Gerantuinn, 3 in. pots. $3.50 per 100.
CH RYSANTH EM UMS L'oT, \'it'':,VL\l
pots. ?2 OOperlOU. Ivory, M, Wanainaker, NiveuB,
Queen, Bonuaffon, Mrs. Jerome Junes, and other
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
Deuu, t
E. Dallledouz
iiercial varieties, from pots.
;)r Bonnair.jn, Pliilsdelphla.
i, M.Wananiaker, L. CanninR,
Nivens, The Qu
Balsley. VV. H. Lincoln, Ivory, lora. at $2.50
G. ChildH. Golden Wedding, Kda Prass, M. Heoder.
son, at $3.00 per 100. Cash with order.
JOHN C. EISELE,
20th & Ontario Sts., PHILADELPHIA, PA.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
Rooted Cuttings, $2.00 per 100. Pot plants, $3.00
per 100 ol the loMowing varieties.
Bergmann, Marquise de Montmort, Minerva,
Marion HeadersOD, Wm. Simpson, Mrs. H.
Robinson, Marie Louise, Pblladelpbia, Queen,
Niveus. Mayflower, Wanamalier, Dailledcuze,
Bonnatfon, Mrs. C. Llppincott, Viviand-Morel,
Maud Oean, and Krminilda.
Hydrangea Otaksa. i"^ in. pots, $3 CO per 100.
Smilax trom pots, $3.00 per lUO ; $18 00 per
lOUO. Cash with order.
SAM'L J. BUNTING.
PHILADELPHIA.
In Endless Variety.
Best Varieties in Quantity at
Moderate Prices.
NATHAN SMITHS SON, Adrian, Mich.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Surplus Stock.
3000 Geraniums, 4 in., in bud and bloom,
leading varieties, tlue plants at $6 per 100.
2^ in., bud and bloom.
IOOO Roses, monthly, 3 in., $5 per 100.
200 Geraniums, Mme. Pollock, aj^ and
3 in., at $f> per lou.
2000 'Verbenas, in bud and bloom, 21<
in., S'^..™ per 100.
300 Hydrangreas,^ fine plants, 5 in. pots
200 Hyclran];eas, 6 in., at 40c.
IOOO Cannas, La Grande Uosia, red foli-
age, 4 in., S8 per 100.
EVENDEN BROS.,
408 East Third St., - Williamsport, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CHRYSANTHEMUMS §s^x^S-^s
HYDRANGEA OTAKSA, fine plants trom pots, $3.00 per 100. Cash with order, please.
JOHN HAGKETT & CO., 62(1 St., near Elmwood Ave., PHILADELPHIA, PA.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
IIIIBPTI0II8.
Regarding Croppers.
iident
es me that after
ot flowers from
Daybreak in the fall, after the plants
have been transferred from the field to
the house, there is a period of intermis-
sion during which time he is able to cut
very few or no flowers. When they
start blooming again the trouble dis-
appears, and they flower continuously.
He asks if I have had the same ex-
perience, or if I know of a remedy.
Of late years our trouble in this line
has been with the slow-growing va-
rieties like Albertini, Bridesmaid, etc.,
and then only when we failed to prop-
agate our next season's stock early
enough.
Varieties like those I have mentioned
have a natural tendency to produce
their flowers in crops. This may be
averted to a large extent when the cut-
tings are made early, not later than the
second week in January. These par-
take of the nature of the hardy garden
carnation in their tendency to require
two seasons to attain suflicient size to
bloom. From this it can easily be seen
that unless we offset this inclination on
their part to require two seasons in
which to fully develop, the result will
not only be a very late crop of flowers,
but the chances are that there will only
be one worth speaking of, and by the
time this is all harvested, warm
weather will be on, thus making it more
difficult for the plants to produce an-
other crop. This is especially true, in
view of the fact that at this time the
carnation is more or less neglected—
particularly in the matter of nourish-
ment.
It is quite possible to obtain very
good results, and with scarcely any in-
termission in the blooming period of
these slow-growing varieties, by using
only early struck cuttings, and pinch-
ing back only once before planting in
the field. For these sorts high culture
is necessary, both in the field and in
the house; for it must be remembered
that we are practically compelling them
to perform in one season that which
they are inclined to demand two sea-
sons to accomplish.
By the latter part of the summer the
shoots or branches will be well devel-
oped; about one-half of these should be
cut back, just far enough to stop the
growth. If the remaining half show-
buds or commence to bloom before
housing, no harm will come ot it it the
transfer is properly made, and all will
make good flowers. By the time these
are all cut, the next growth from the
shoots which had been cut back in the
field will be well under way; plenty of
nourishment and an abundance of air
to keep the growth firm will help it
along. With this treatment there will
be no long period of intermission be-
tween crops. After the first intermis-
sion the plants will bloom as contin-
uously as any other carnation.
We have a bench of Albertini which
has been blooming profusely nearly all
the present year, and which still shows
no signs of exhaustion. With Brides-
maid we have not been so fortunate,
as nearly all of our plants were young
when planted in the field last season.
The coming season we expect different
results with this variety.
Daybreak, however, cannot be con-
sidered in this class, as it is neither a
slow grower nor a late bloomer. In-
deed, some of the very best plants we
ever had ot this variety were late cut-
tings, planted in the field direct from
the sand. Most of our stock of this sort
for the coming season has been planted
in this way; some ot it is still in the
sand, and will be set out at the first op-
portunity, it being at this writing too
dry.
My correspondent may, perhaps, be
in the habit of pinching his plants back
too often in the field in order to get
round, bushy plants, which at one
time was supposed to be the best shape
to have them in at housing time. This
is an error, and should no longer be
practiced when it can be avoided.
Pinching back should be done after the
manner that I have mentioned above.
I believe this to be the correct method,
at any rate it removes, to a large ex-
tent, the inconvenience arising from
varieties which are persistent croppers
when treated in the usual way.
H. WEBER.
to delay your orders for
MINNIE COOK.
Price should be 83.00 per 100; $25.00 per 1000.
MEADOW VIEW GREENHOUSES,
PARSIPPANY, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Carnations, Etc.
HIGH GRADE ROOTED CUTTINGS.
Write for price list.
U. WEBER & SONS,
p. O. Boi 67, OAKLAND, Md.
Wlien Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
MORELLO
The New Scarlet.
From soil.
HOPP&LEIiKE,"-.?;XM.c..
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
I QRALLERT & CO. J
I CARNATION growers!
I COLMA, ^^''^.C^" CAL. I
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Toe brightest ami most productive scarlet
carnation yet introduced.
Strong plauls $4 00 per 100
Rooted cuttings,. 3 OO "
Send for complete list of 100,000 carnation
plants and rooted cuttings in 30 varieties.
Heady for iraraediate shipment.
QEO. HANCOCK & SON, Grand Haven, Mich.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CABNATIONS Sr^:S:l^^
lUO: tl2 5U per lUOO.
Thao. Cartledee, Kohinoor, Rose Queen,
Bride at'Krlencaurt, »2.00 per lOll; H5.00 per 1000
Uini CTC !'»•''■ Campbell, 15.00 per IOOO.
VIULtlO l-nxonne, $3.00 per 100; »2a.00 per 1000.
JOSEPH RENARD, Unionville, ^'cT^ Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
\ CARNATIONS j
# F. DORNER & SONS CO., $
<► La Fayette, Ind. #
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Carnation Cuttings
strong and well rooted, of the following var-
ieties : Jubilee, Triumph, Armazindy, Alaska,
Bridesmaid, Dean Hole, Goldfinch, Lizzie
McGowan, Mme. Albertini, Meteor, Peachblow,
Rose Queen, Silver Spray, Wm. Scott, Uncle
John.
PRIMULAS, 2M inch, $3.00 per 100.
Send for list and prices on large lots.
Logan Ive. Greenhouses, - Danville, III.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
HERB'S GHPHTIONS. I
1000 100
Alaska and Cartledge $7.50 $100
Bridesmaid and Uurner 10 00 123
Abundance 30 00 2 60
Triumph and Armazludy 30 00 3 60
Jubilee .00 per doz.; '2d size,
$12.00 per doz.
JORDAN FLORAL GO.'
St. Louis, Mo.
FERNS**
Pterls Serrulata. Pteris i retica alba,
" Densa. " Adiantoides,
" " Magnifica, Aspidium Tenemensee.
Onychium Japonjca.
$3.50 Per 100. CASH WITH ORDER.
CHAS. F. BAKBR, Ulica, N. Y.
iWi
ing Menti
Flo
NEW KERNS!
;6 cents per 101
RDY CUT FERNS,
'e have FIRST i to 3 ft
hlBh, »30.00tu »125.00 per 100.
LATANIA BOKBONICA.
From 1« to 2« ft. hluh. »25.00 to 100.00 per 100.
COCOS WEDDEI.IANA.
From 1 ft. upwards, $25,000 and upwards per 100.
ARECA LUTESCENS.
From 11^, 2 ft. and mora »ll) to »100.00 per 100.
ARAUCARIA EXCELSA.
10. 12. up to 16 Inch high. $50.00 to $150.00 per 100.
SWEET BAYS.
Pyramids and Standards, flue shaped trees, from
$4.00 to $16.00 per couple.
ASPIDISTRA LURIDA.
Ureen leaved. $82.00 per 1000 loaves.
VarleBated. »75.0O per 1000 loaves.
BEGONIA, SIniile-Separate Colors.
1 In. and \H In. diameter, f8and$l(;per tOOO.
Double— In Separate c 'lots.
OI.O.YINIA ERECTA (Uyhrlds),
»lto 1 Inch, $10.00. 1 Inch and more. $18.00 per 1000
CAMELLIAS. It II O D O U E N D HO N S,
LILACS and all other Nursery 8lock grown
ROYAL NURSERIES
LOUIS m mm tm
Ghent, Belgium.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
558
The Pl-orists' Exchange.
SITUATIONS WANTED.
lata, 10 cents p«r line (8 worda), eiota In-
■tlon. Cash with order. This rate appllei only
nted adTertlBement8 and when let
iBplay. When letters are addressed In
leutstecorer expense of forwarding.
glTUi
Florists' E.xchanee
SITUATION
QABDKNER, Protests
Temperate
stock. Full particQlars and refer-
by adilresBlng Florist H.. 122 MaRnolla ave.,
y City. N.J.
HELPJAMlNTED.
WANTED.
A bright respectable young man who has
had some experience in general commercial
greenliouses. Wages $15 per month and board.
Markallletters J.C. A. COWEE, Meadon-
vale Nurseries, Berlin, N. Y.
W^ANTED
An energetic single young man who can g
nd malie-up. Must come well recommen
s to ability, honesty, sobriety, and willingl
a work as required. A good place and stei
mployment. Address
COMMERCIAL, care Florists' Eichangc
■tT^ ANTED four or five competent
' ' traveling salesmen to represent
us in our -wholesale Seed Department.
Must be men of experience. When
applying give reference, salary
wanted, etc. L. L. MAY & CO.,
Seedsmen, St. Paul, Minn.
STOCKJ^ANTED,
WANTED.
FRANKLIN & CROSBY.
In exchangre lor g:ood as new ^ in. pots.
Make offer of how you will trade and send
sample roses.
E. 8. ?(IXOP(, Chattanoo^ra, Teiin.
GREENHOUSES WANTED.
"WANTED TO RENT
In vicinity of New York, about B or 6 thousand
feet of glass, with dwelliog house and land
preferred. Give full particulars. Address
"H," Engle-wood, K. J.
SECOND-HAND MATERIAL
FOR SALE CHEAP.
SAI,TER, Rochester, N. T.
FOR Rk\ F ^"^ Second-Hand Flue and
Return Tubular Leg
W. E. BERNARD, Pier 76, North Wharves,
PHILADELPHIA, PA.
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
FOR SALE.
New Vork City, wel
Francis Suplee,
ted.'ln excellent condition.
iK from business. Address
Park Ave., N. Y. City.
OR TO RENT. New gr
FOR SALE h^o-^use, 30 ft., violet or vege,
table house 80 ft., propagating house, potting
FOR SALE CHEAP. L°Si5«^°'o«
established. ^ 5!^
J. Forfm
B. J., FIorlBtB' ExchaDse.
dwelline for foreman.
FOR SALE
1 the line of the New York, New Haven and
irtford R. R., near New Vork City ; four (4)
dwelling", all iraprovementB; built within three
years Reason for selling, aickness- Would
take a partner with sorae cash.
Address V,, V., care Florists' Exchange.
FOR SALE AT A BARGAIN.
First-class greenhouse property at Spring
Laket N. J., fully stocked and doing good busi-
ness. For particulars apply to
MILAN ROSS, Agency,
Asbury Park, N. J.
FOR SALrE).
tT'lorist store, well stocked, good fixtures, and
doing good buBine s. Satisfactory reasons for
selling. Bargain tor little money. Apply
STANLEY, 889 Gates Ave., Brooklyn.
FOR SAI.E.
new greenhouses, together wil h t he stock
n them,8ituated 4 milesfroni Philadelphia;
Tound, IJ^ acres, together with 6 room
ling house. Can be leased for term of
FOR RENT OR SALE.
An established greenhouse property, opposite
le entrance of three cemeteries and in im-
mediate neighborhood of New York City. For
particulars address
K. Ij. 5,
Care Florists' Exchange.
FOR SAI.E.
A Cut Flower Bstablishment. consisting
' about fifty thousand square feet of glass,
itb an established custom. A rare chance for
an experienced cjt flower grower with capital.
For further particulars address Florist 5, care
of Florists' Exchange.
FOR RENT
The well-known greenhouses recently
owned and operated by T. H. Spauldlng,
at Orange, N. J. For all particulars
apply to
AMVKD JOHNSEM,
114 West 34th Street, NEW YORK.
GEimOOSESFORSlLEGIIElP
AT RAMSEVS, N. J.
The W. J. Thurston range, consisting of two
houses 103x16 feet, one house 130x2U feet, one
house 103ilO^ feet, one house 130XI1J4 feet, and
one sasli house, 60x10 feet, all heated with
Hitchings & Co.'s Corrugated Fire Box Boilers,
pipes and fittings, and in addition to
the heating apparatus, consisting of
_ .. .-^ _, . "'-'--1, is in
house 134xa0 feet.
There are two potting sheds and a stable on the
place which consists of about two acres of land
situated at Ramseys, N. J. The above property
will be sold cheap to close the estate. Apply
to VV. J. Thurston, on the p
care of The Florists' E.\
A Good Paper.
Youn is a good paper to advertise in for ou
iuslness HENRY 8. BCPP & SONS.
ShiiemuiBtown, Pa., June 1, '96.
Chicago.
Memorial Daj Trade.
Decoration Day was a more than
usually busy one with our florists, owing,
no doubt to the holiday being observed
on Monday, although fallingon Sunday.
In addition to that the school authori-
ties decided that Friday's exercises
should partake of a patriotic character,
and as the schools are scattered all
over the city this was an undoubted
factor: tor though hosts of flowers were
begged from neighbors' gardens, large
quantities also were purchased.
The increased demand began on the
previous Monday, so far as the whole-
sale houses were concerned, and did not
let up until Decoration Day. In the
middle of the week most any flower
seemed to sell, as at that time prepa-
rations were being made for shipping
orders.
Carnations were in fair supply, going
at $2.50 to $3. Short Beauty brought
$4 to $6; teas, same figure, and all were
cleared off.
The cool May has tended to keep back
outdoor flowers, which probably helped
the demand for indoor-grown stock.
First-class open pteonias sold at 75
cents per dozen. A large quantity of
those in cold storage seemed hardly
matured enough to sell well. The
stacks of jasmines in the market kept
prices down. Quite a number of boxes
arrived in a heated condition. Some
very pretty irises were noticed, also
Tartarian honeysuckle, lilacs, snow-
balls, spireas. etc. Outdoor valley was
never better than this year. This ma-
terial, each succeeding year. Is seen in
increasing quantity; the best sold at $1.
Callas were in brisk demand. There
was a fair supply of Harrisii and long-
iflorums, which brought $6 to $10.
Trade at the wholesale houses Mon-
day morning last was still fair, but,
as might be expected, stock was abund-
ant and prices lower. Roses here, so
far, are not badly troubled with mil-
dew, the cool weather, with night fire,
being favorable. Smilax is overabund-
ant and sales are now made at $6 to $10.
June weddings, it is hoped, will keep
things lively for a time.
The Central Floral Co. had an elab-
orate Jewish wedding order on Tues-
day, June 1, at the Standard Club, the
groom being a son of Nelson Morris,
the big packer. The two immense
floors consumed 3,000 yards of smilax,
200 strings of asparagus, 10,000 carna-
tions, 10,000 roses, besides lots of lilies,
pseonias, lily of the valley and other
flowers. The ceremony took place un-
der an octagon-shaped canopy of as-
paragus. Every window was hung
with heavy draperies of smilax and
from the chandeliers were suspended
balls of flowers. An immense star,
with the monogram "M. B." was placed
over the principal entrance. The fifty-
two tables in the dining room had each
a centre piece of choice flowers. The
bride sat under a canopy of Bride
roses and lily of the valley. Large
palms and well-filled hanging baskets
aided the brilliant effect. The whole
decoration was the handiwork of An-
drew Miller, of the firm, assisted by an
army of employes.
Ox-eye daisies are in from the South
and fine brackens from Indiana.
Around Town.
Joseph Curran has opened a store
at 996 W. Madison Street.
A large meeting of the club is looked
for on June 10, when work for the en-
suing year will be laid out.
P. J. Hauswirth has been elected
Grand Sachem tor the State of Illinois
Red Men.
FOR RENT.
On tbe Most Favorable Terms.
Nine houses modern construction, in flrst-
claiS order, heated by hot water, as follows :
One house, 05 x 25 feet.
Two houses, 100 X 10 feet.
Two houses, 100 x 25 feet.
One house, 126 x 25 feet.
One house, 100 x 30 feet.
One house, about 125 x 15 feet.
One lean-to, about 400 x 6 feet.
liyt
tinct and separate from the range now occupied
by the United States Nurseries. The most
favorable terms will be accorded the right
party. For full particulars apply to
JAS. R. FITCHEB.
24 Grove Street, New York.
HENTIONT
Springfield, Mass.
Trade for Mfmorisl Day.
Memorial Day passed oft with
more ease, as far as the florists were
concerned, than usual, Sunday giving
them an opportunity to make up the
work and get orders ready for the ex-
ercises on Monday. Flowers were
abundant and reasflnable in price. One
of the dry goods stores advertised
"10,000 carnations at popular prices-
19 cents and 25 cents a dozen" — which
gave a suspicion that the florists t
robbing the public by asking 40 cents
a dozen, which figure most of the trade
held at, some selling to meet the dry
goods competition. The volume of bus-
iness was fully as great as in former
years.
Plant sales are not very satisfactory;
cutting prices has resulted and profits
have vanished.
JottlnKS.
The wedding season opened with a
number on the first, to be followed by
several more already announced, in-
cluding one of the craft.
The unusual low temperature of June
2 has had a tendency to check the sup-
ply of flowers locally, requiring some
of our florists to call on the wholesale
men at New York.
A. Miellez has brought in the finest
valley ever offered in this market; he
has struck just the right culture.
The German iris beds of O. H. Dick-
inson, at Brightwood Farm, are a
sight; Mr. Dickinson has just the soil
the iris delights in. "W. F. G.
St Paul.
Trade Good.
The weather continues cool and
planting out has been delayed accord-
ingly. Trade has been good, both in
cut flowers and bedding plants, the
smaller growers having done a very
good business in the latter.
Memorial Day was observed here on
Saturday. While the floral decorations
at the cemeteries were not elaborate,
they were quite profuse. Snowballs
and valley are in bloom outside and
were used quite extensively in making
bouquets. A great many plants were
also employed in filling vases and in
planting out on the graves. A few of
the wealthier class had set pieces made.
Plant Trade Brisk.
A better trade in the plant line
was never had than during the past
week, while cut fiowers also sold well,
and an abundance of stock was dis-
posed of at good figures, too. Roses
retailed at $1 to $1.50 per dozen; carna-
tions and gardenias at 50 cents; sweet
peas at $1 to $1.50 per 100, and other
stock in the same ratio.
The shipping trade both in plants and
cut flowers was also very good.
Park Fluting.
Planting out at Como Park is
progressing as rapidly as the weather
will permit. Quite a number of gera-
nium beds and cannas have been put
out, while several hundred thousand
plants remain to be planted. More
cannas are being put out than before,
quite a number of new varieties having
been added to the list this year, includ-
ing Egandale, J. D. Cabos, Star of '91,
Sunbeam, F. R. Pierson and other new
and choice kinds.
At Oakland Cemetery the houses run
by Mr. Nordquist are nearly empty, he
having had an unusually heavy sale in
vase and bedding plants. These houses,
eight in number, are owned and con-
trolled by the Cemetery Association,
being devoted chiefly to growing bed-
ding stock, and a few cut flowers. They
are reported to net handsome returns
to the association. Cannot this be
properly classed with the department
store evil, so prevalent in other cities?
L. L. May & Co. Bnildlni;.
Ground has been broken and the
excavating nearly completed for a new
series of buildings to be occupied by L.
D. May & Co. One store, 25x100 feet,
fronting on Sixth Street,. will be used
for cut-flower purposes. Connecting
with this, at right angles, is a five-
story brick building, to be occupied as
a seed warehouse and general office.
The firm will also erect two show
greenhouses, one 20x25, the other 50x60,
and 35 feet in height, to be constructed
entirely of iron and glass. A basement
under all completes the establishment.
J. E. Killen, of C. H. Joosten, New
York, called on us the other day.
VERITAS.
Jane 5, 1897.
The F^l-orisxs' Excht^nge.
Firth-Dean
A Wi'dains Cfiomony, the particulars
of which will be ot interest to many,
took place on Wednesday evening last,
when at the home ot her parents, Mr.
and Mrs. James Dean, Sixty-sixth
Street and Third Avenue, Brooklyn,
their eldest daughter, Maud, became
the wife of Albert Grant Firth, D. D. S.,
of Brooklyn, the tying of the nuptial
knot being performed by the Rev. Ben-
jamin E. Dickhaut, of the Fifty-second
Street Dutch Reformed Church. A
goodly company of the friends of the
contracting parties were gathered in
the parlors to witness the ceremony
and extend their congratulations.
The bride, who, by the way, is a per-
fect type of America's fairest creation,
is well known to the craft through the
association of her name with one of the
most successful carnation introductions
of recent years, and at the wedding
supper, through the thoughtfulness ot
the introducer, a great bunch of Maud
Dean and Lily Dean carnations, spring-
ing from a bed of roses, formed the
table centre piece. The newly-married
couple will spend their honeymoon in
the Berkshire Hills.
Washington.
SDCC«R6ion of Crops.
The question of what to use as a
succession to indoor chrysanthemums
has always been a puzzling one to
many growers. Carnations do but in-
differently planted out at that late date
and roses are out of the question. The
space rendered vacant has usually been
filled with pot plants of some descrip-
tion or other, but where a large num-
ber of chrysanthemums is grown there
is usually more space than can be filled
with paying material. In order to solve
this problem Mr. Miller, of Strauss &
Co., is experimenting this season with
the growing of roses and carnations in
boxes with movable sides and ends,
the bottoms of which will ultimately
form the benches of the houses to
which they will be transferred after the
chrysanthemums are thrown out. The
boxes are about three feet in length
and of sufficient width to allow of two
rows of plants. The temporary sides
slope towards the centre of the box.
When the time arrives for transferring
the boxes these sides are withdrawn,
and with the aid of a couple of wire
handles fixed to the bottom board the
plants on this board are simply carried
into the house and placed side by side,
with a little soil added to make the bed
even. Their summer quarters are so
arranged that, if necessary, in cool
weather, sash can be placed over them.
So far as the experiment has gone it
looks as if it would turn out a success.
President Carnot Bme.
The new rose Souvenir du Presi-
dent Carnot has recently borne a very
fine crop of bloom in one of the big
greenhouses of the above firm. This is
the first crop, however, since late last
fall. This rose seems to need different
treatment from most other roses of its
clas.s. It is a strong, robust grower,
with little or no small wood. Last year
it did splendidly up till the latter part
of December, and then it seemed stub-
born to get into active growth again.
The crop which it recently bore, how-
ever, was immense. Over ten thous-
and blooms were cut within two weeks
from one house. It undoubtedly will
turn out a good rose for forcing, and it
would be a wise move on the part of
those disseminating it to give out all
the information possible concerning the
manner in which it should be treated.
The Late John Sul's Nunerjr.
The nursery business carried on
by the late Mr. Saul will not be taken
up by his sons. William Saul, the
elder, is in poor health; the others fol-
low different callings. The ground on
which the nursery is situated, some one
hundred acres, is, I understand, for
sale, and the greenhouses are for rent.
The collections of hardy and tropical
plants are most extensive. Mr. Saul
had a hobby of collecting rare plants;
many of these he never propagated.
His nursery could well be relied upon
to supply most of the plants usually
to be found in botanic gardens, as well
as the most up-to-date gardening es-
tablishments. He had an intimate ac-
quaintance with most of the plant col-
lectors during the last fifty years, and
soon became acquainted with new
troductions, especially of trees and
shrubs. G. W. OLIVER,
ALTERNANTHERA.
L. AMABILIS and A. NANA, (red and ereen)
)d strone plants. »2 0« per 100; J16.00 ner 1000,
Cash with order. CHAS. T. DARLING,
Stony Brook, I,. 1..N.Y.
WHEK WRrriNG MENTION THE FIOBIST'S EXCHANGE
HVDRIIIGEIGDTTINGSs^
Srunnt, e.\tra. tli.CO per 100; »50 00 per 1000
ruiint, iH In, POts. »3.00 per 100; $2.'..0O per lOTO.
xed beolTara.. t6 00 per 100. Heltolropet 2^
pott, 12.50 per 100. C««b wll h order.
■^VM. J. CHIISI«ICK;, Xrenton, PJ. J.
MME. SALLEROI GERANIUMS.
WELIVERY 18»r.
low wholesale rates.
\ of PEACHES, old
supplied o(
these also, either from nurseries or orchard trees,
ve all the leading Japanese varieties. Abundance,
I THr FLORISTS' CXCHANGC
. .GERANIUMS. .
$1.60 per lOO, $15.00 per I COO.
Fine pliints, well grown, from 3 in. pots,
would make nice plants to plant out for stock,
as follows: liruant. Firebrand, White Swan,
Dr. Jaooby, Mrs. E, G. Hill, Gen. Grant, and
Mrae. Salleroi, $1,60 per 100; $15.00 per 1000, Ger-
anium Happy Thought, and Ivy Geranium
Chas. Turner, $2 00 per 100.
BEGONIA RUBRA, t^ l^^- ^^XiJ'^.
(fi-ntea guttata, fine plants, 8 to 12 in. higb.
$3.00 per 100.
FlIRVIEW FLORIL GO.,
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Bsatty, Ohio,
GERANIUMS.
out of 4 inch pots, larjie line plants.
DOUBLE GEN. GRANT.
BEAUTY POITEVINE.
MONTASQUE,
LA FAVORITE,
besides many other sorts. iftG.OO per 100.
Cash 1
order.
S. J. REUTER, Westerly, R. I.
WHEN WRrriNO MENTION THE n.O*ISTS- EXCHANGE
CISSUS DISCOLOR
2!4 inch, $4 00 per 100,
BEGOI4IAS, Gntatta, Agrostemma Picta,
W hite Vernou and Mme. de Lesseps, 'ZYi inch,
at $3.60 per 100.
GERANIVMS, Mt. Snow, 2Vi in., $3 per 100.
ROSES, 21/3 inch, strong. Sombreull, Bride,
Uridesmaid, Marie Van Houtte, Washington,
M, Niel, Duchess Brabant, Mme. Jos.
Soliwarlz, Narcisse, La France and C.
Merniet, $X00 per 100. CASH WITH ORDER.
G. P. DIETERIGH I BRO., Maysvilia, Ky.
WHEN WRITING A
VINCA ^tZ
varlegatH, strontc. i inch.
.00 per 1W»: $30.00 per 1000.
VICK & HILL CO.,
ROCHESTER, IS. V.
BEDDING PLANTS.
S2.00 per loo.
Coleus, Golden Bedder, Red VersohalTeltii
Brand, Ag^eratc - .
J. & -W. LEACH,
Cor. DeBai8e&,Ditmars Aves. L.I, City, N.Y.
SPECIAL JUNE OFFER
Per 100
2000 AllernantherR. yellow, 2^^ In. pots tl 50
500 Centaur*a (jymnocarpa. 2 00
1000 Geranium., mixed variety, 2)i in, pots,. 2 ;.0
Cash with order.
JOS. H. GUNNINGHIM, DEimRE, OHIO.
'Whi-n Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
NEW YORK.
Will have to offer for season of 1897-'98,
a choice assortment of ... .
Field Orown Rosea, new and old varieties,
Clematis, Ornamental Shrubs, and Trees,
Fruit Trees and Small Fruit Plants.
Price List ready in July. Write for it.
Wh.n Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
1000 GERANIUMS,
i inch potB. floe plants, of leadtog beddlug sortB. at
$5 per 100.
1000 COLEUS VERSCHAFFELTII,
2 Inch pots, at $1.75 per 100.
500 COLEUS GOLDEN BEDDER,
2 Inch pots, at $1.76 per 100.
W. I*. BRINXON, Clirlstlana, l»a.
559
ROOTED CUTTINGS.
100, »2 00; per 1000.
GERANIUMS.
«,tOO Double Gen'l Grant, 4 inch pots, all in
bloom, $7.U0 per 100. Ageratum, Itegonla
Vernon, and Silver Leaf Geraniums, $5.00
per 100. Cash with order.
Mrs. M. A. KRUSGHK&, Lawrence, L.I., N.Y.
NEW HYDRANGEA
OTAKSA fflONSTROSA
iprovement on all exist-
lowers of immense size.
. from 3 in. pots, $3.50 per
JOHN A, DOYLE, Springfield, Ohio.
FOR SAI.E ...
Bride and Uridesmaid Roses,
In 2 and 2J^ In. pots, at 12.00 per ICO, or
U/ill Cvphanno for La France, nermosa. Gen
Will CXtnanyt; jacqueminot, or Sword Kerns
RUTTLE BROS., Covington, Ky.
WHEN WRITING MENTION THE FLORIST'S EXCHANOC
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X foi
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lVliol«t*le Narserymea And Florists, ^
Can abow aa fine blocks of Fruit and Ornamental Trees, Vines, Shrubs, Boses as can be 2
found In the U. 8. We grow ] million Roses and million of plants annually. Trade list
free. Correspondence solicited. Mention paper.
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ESTIMATE BLANK.
Please Send the Expense of the
wm Mwm vm
FOR THE FOLLOWING:
Number of houses ?
Length of houses ?
Number of ventilators of each house ?
Distance of ventilators on ridge ?
Distance of ventilator down the roof ?
Do they open at top or bottom?
How many racks to each ventilator ?
Are houses old or new?
Are they built with sash bars or rafters ?
Do all sash bars e.xtend to the ridge?
SiRE DURABLE THAN PINE.
SASH bars]
UP TO it FEET >» UNCTH oR UMfCER.
GREEHHOUSE
AND OTtfCa BUaOINg MATERIAL.
'CYP^RESJS LUMBER /WBfrsUSES.
Send f o»-«W SPecis) Greeohourt^Hculor.
|THeA.T STe<5ur(^ lumber (b.
■ists' Ex
CYPRESS
mmm
MATERIAL
OF ANY DESCRIPTION.
SEND POR OATALOOUE.
ritiiig Mention Florists' Exchange
London's Flower Bill.
It Is estimated that Londoners annually
spend in cut flowers considerably over
£1000,000
GLASS
FOR GREENHOUSES, CONSERVATORIES, GRAPERIES, HOTBEDS AND
FLORISTS' USE GENERALLY, AT LOWEST RATES.
L. HKHRIS St SON.
♦97 W. BROADWAY, NEW YORK, 19 LIBERTY ST., NEW YORK
B«t. HoD.lo. .Hi alMit.r III. B«t. Brudwt; >■■« Ckank Ik.
■n Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
For Greenhouses, Conservatories
Graperies, Hotbeds and all other
purposes, at liO-trest Rates.
N. COWEN'S SON 392 & 394 West Broadway, New York.
Formerly 154 and 156 So. Fifth Aveniie.
Get our Figures before buying Glaaa. • • • Eatimatea Freely Oivetu
GLASS!
GLASS!
PI AGC ^01' &BEENHOUSES, CONSEBVATOKIES, A I AQC
ULHvO aBAFEKIES, HOTHOUSES AND HOTBEDS, ULHOO
VANHORNE GRIFFEN & CO.
Agents for CHAMBERS & McKEE CO. Jeannette Brands American Glass.
Importers of French Glass. /^Vor^iro^nZch t7"!t^^ ' NEW YORK.
LASS. ,
^^^ if-ib WOOD GLASS CO>\T?\NY
5a«5 ->i. s>..uiAj^*ST., SYPv»>cygE=r', .N.y, •
FOR GLAZING GREENHOUSES. SUPERIOR TO PUTTY IN EVERY WAY.
GBEEPOOSE mi\n m VE|ITIL|ITIi&,
Horticultural Architecture and Building.
ESTABLISHED 1844.
233 Mercer Street, NEW YORK
FIVE PATTERNS OF BOILERS.
NINETEEN SIZES,
Perfect Sash Raising ipparatuB.
Rosehouses, Greenhouses, Etc., of Iron
Frame Construction erected complete
or the Structural Iron 'Work ship-
Iron Frame Benches with the
" Perfect Drainage Bench Tile "
or Slate Tops.
SEND 4C. POSTAGE KOR II.HJ«TIIAXE» CATALOGUE.
paper.
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CALIFORNIA RED CEDAR
h. DIETSGH S GO. 619 Sheffield Avenue, CHICAGO.
MANUFACTURERS OF
RED CEDAR AND CYPRESS GREENHOUSE MATERIAL.
'W'^hen Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
I
THE VAN REYPER
PERFECT GLAZIERS' POINTS
HENRY k. OREER, 714 Chestnut St., Phila., Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
A GOOD GREENHOUSE HOSE
We are having a hose i
satisfaction to all who try i
foot with
plete. References required
in the market tliat will gi\
and 60 ft. lenjrths, at 16 cts. p^
known parties.
Address J. Q. & A. ESLER, Saddle River, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FURMAN BOILERS
Greenhouse Heating.
SAFE, SUBSTANTIAL, SIMPLE. ECONOMICAL.
Portilljle or Brick Set.
GREAT COAL SAVER.
Send for ciitalegue. Estimiites Free.
THE HERENDEEN MFC. CO.
Hon.. om.e: ISI'nySl., Geneva, N. Y.
BRANCH OFFICES :
Itlnaticn and I>InBtlca Ulazine [tlucblne were Miven
HIGHEST AWARD OF SOCIETY OF AMERIC&N FLORISTS AT PITTSBURG, 1895.
Put up in gallons, $1.00. Half gallons, 60 cts. Quarter gallons, 35 cts.
Mastical Glazing Machines, $1.00 each.
Send for full de.-crlptiveciroulHr and te»tlrai.nlal8. AeeniK in nil the principiil cltle».
F. 0. PIERCE CO., Sole Manufacturers, 1 70 Fulton St., Hew York.
WhenWritiiii; Menlioii Florists' Exchange
mENTioii, rLimisTs
It will be to your admntage to look
into the merits of the Scollay
"Invincible" Hot Water Boiler.
It IS all that Its name implies, and
don't forget it.
Cuts and full information mailed
on application.
JOHN A. SCOLLAY,
74 & 76 MYRTLE AVE.,
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchansc
562
Thb F=lorists' Exchange.
J. K. ALLEN,
Wholasila Commitsion Deal»r in
CUT FLOWERS,
67 W. 28th St., New York.
Orders by mall or teleeraph promptly attended
to. Telephone Call, 382 3Sth St.
ROSES AND VIOLETS SPECIALTIES.
W. S. ALLEN,
17 West 28th St., New York.
FITZGERALD & HAMMOND,
(Late with Theo. Roehrs),
WhoUaal* Commission Dsalers In
Cut Flowers,
115 West 30th Street,
Consignments Solicited. NEW YORK.
FORD BROS.
WHOLESALE FLORISTS,
111 West 30th Street,
NEW YORK.
CoMlBimeiita So'.ltiled. Telephone 2S0 33ft St.
WM. H. CUNTHER,
Wholesale Florist
VIOLETS AND CARNATIONS A SPECIALTY.
Conaignmeats Solicited.
30 West 29th St., New York.
Telephone. 2300-38tli Street.
MICHAEL A. HART,
Wholesale S Com mission Florist,
113 W. 30th St., New York.
H. A. HOFFMANN.
Wholesale Florist |
44 W. 29th St., NEW YORK.
Teleplione Call, 1668 88th St.
American Btautles, Carnations, White Violets
Specialties. CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED. '
EDWARD C. HORAN,
WHOLESALE ♦ FLORIST,
No. 34 W. 29th St.. New York.
JULIUS LANG,
Wholesale Florist
53 WEST 30tli ST.
Consignments Solicited. NEW YORK.
MILLANG & CO.,
Wholesale Com mission Florists,
501 Sixth Aven
Corner 30th Street, NEW YORK.
BRANCH CUT FLOWER EXCHANQE
Wholesale Dealer in Cut Flowers.
We nre Headquarters for finest Carnatloni and Roaea, Tioieta, Valley, KomanB, Smllax,
Adiantum. Beet selected stock reserved for shipping orders. Send us your name for our
Semi-Monlhly Price List.
19-21 RANDOLPH STREET, CHICAGO.
CHAS. W. McKELLAR,
WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORIST
Largest and best market in Chicago. Conatant supply of all seasonable flowers.
ConslRnments of first grade goods solicited. Complete stock of Florists'
Supplies. Wire-work, etc. All orders given prompt attention.
Telephone, Main 1129. 45, 47, 49 WABASH AVENUE, CHICAGO. ILL.
ED. F. WINTERSON. Manager.
. Beauty, fanoy and special.
Culls andordinary.
K. A. Victoria
La France, extra
" ordinary..
Magna Oharta
Ume. TeatOQt
MetMir ,
Ura. F. Uorgan
NiphetoB. -
Papa a
Bdoutler..
I. MoTELTlXa. .
OiPTUTiS
LixjBS, Longiflorum.
Lilt or thx Vallxt. .
MiSNOHVTTIt
Pakonikb
r«l. 4 Varie
Whit
Pink
Ked
, Yel.tVari
11.00 to 36.00
I to 50.1
; to '.t
I to 1.1
8T. LOUIS
18»7. MayiO, 1897.
16.00 to 20.00
to 2.00
to 2.00
) to nisi)
For Pricea ot Fancy
Prices are for quantities of
Prices qu ' " '
narantee tin
see our Correapondence
ndred unless otherwise not
given only after very careful inquiry, and
they will be found practically correct up to the dati
(EllBEIIG BUOS.
Wholesale Growers of Gut Flowers.
500,000 Feet of Glass.
We can fill all orders on short notice with all leading varieties of ROSES and
CARNATIONS. We are headquarters for fine AMERICAN BEAUTIES,
Give us a trial and convince yourself.
SALESROOM 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO, III.
WHEW WWITINO MEWTIOH THt rLOBIOTS' IXCH«NGt
SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, ^rolilT":^
F-INESX SWEET rEAS, all colors, 50o. to $1.00 per 100.
All Standard Varieties of Carnations at rock bottom prices, also note
Extra Fine (four foot stem) Beauties, $4.00 per dozen.
Ne-w Crop of ^ardy Ferns, One shape, now ready.
I6I2-I6I4 Barker St. Bet. chestnut & Market sts. Philadelphia, Pa. |
Local and Long Distance 'Phone fiSlO.
FRANK MILLANG,
Wholesale Commission Dealer
....in Out Flowers....
408 East 34.th St., New York Clly.
Cut Flower Exchange. Telephone Call.
THE NEW YORK GUT FLOWER GO.
119-121 West 23d Street,
112-114 West 24th Street,
733, ISth St., NEW YORK.
ists,
)RK.
////no/s Cut Flower Co.,
J. B. DEAMUD, Mana
WHOLESALE COMMISSION
61 Wabash Ave. » Chicago.
OonQignments Solicited..
KENNIGOTT BROS.
COMPANY,
Wholesale Cut
•Flowers,
88 MTabasta Avenue,
CHICAGO,
ILL.
WIRE WORK A
SPECIALTY.
PURDY & BLAUVELT,
Wholesale and Commission Dealers In
CUT FLOWERS
BAIBENHAIB FIEH FEONDS A BPZ0IALT7.
57 WESTSOth STREET,
Bet. Broadway & eth Ave. NEW YORK.
A. & F. ROLKER,
CUT FLOWERS
53 West 28tti St.
Telephone 2379 38th St. NEW YORK.
int. P. SHeRIDKN
Wboleiale OommlsloD Dealer In *
CUT FLOWERS
SB We.t 38tli St., New York.
TRAENDLY t SCHENCK,
Wholesale Florists,
S8 W. 28th St. and CUT FLOWER EXCHANSE, |
NEW YORK.
Telephone 961-18th St.
a «-Consignmen
JOHN YOUNG,
Wholesale Y\m$\,
51 "WEST 28tli ST.,
NEW TORK.
WM. J. BAKER.
Wholesale Florist
1432 So. Penn Square.
Philadelphia, Pa.
DUMONT & CO.,
WHOLESALE FLORISTS
CARNATIONS A SPECIALTY.
No. 130.5 Filbert St., Pliiladelpliia.
EDWARD REID,
"Wholesale Florist
ROSES. CKRNHTIONS,
No, 40 South Sixteenth Street.
Philadelphia.
WHEN WMTINa MCHTION THE PtORiaTV EXCHANOI
June 5, 1897.
The F=i-orists' Excht^nge.
563
JOBBERS IN
FLORIST'S
SUPPLIES.
FLORISTS' VASES.
84 HAWLEY STREET,
GEO. A. SUTHERLAND,
Successor to WM. J. STEWART,
CUT FLOWERS and FLOmnUPPUES
WHOLESALE.
67 Bromfield St., Boston, Mass.
City Hall Cut Flower Market I
WELCH BROS., Props.
iven Space Free
growers wishing |j||
ot Charge. Space let I
to eeil their own goods.
Flowers Shipped to all Points.
...SEBiD FOR PRICE LIST...
W. Elrl^ISON,
Wholesale Cut Flowers,
Florist Sllpplle*. WIr* D««l(ns.
2744 Franklin Ave., ST. LOUIS, MO.
CBAS.G.FLECKENSTEIN,I
Wholesale Flowers,
1323 Pine Street,
...ST. LOUIS, MO.
C. A. KUEHN,
WHOLESALE FLORIST,
1122 rine St., St. Louis, Mo.
A COMPIKTE LINE OF WIBE DESIONS.
C. W. WORS,
Wholesale Florist,
ROGERS PARK FLORAL CO.,
Buffalo Gut FlowerExchange,
WHOLESALE COMMISSION,
481 WASHINGTON ST., BUFFALO.
Telephone, Seneca 1366.
WM F. HASTING,
St. Louis
Cut Flower Go.
WHOLESALE
FLORISTS,
1020 Olive St.,
ST. LOUIS, MO.
,n Florists- Ex.-hiinge
■♦♦♦♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦♦♦♦♦♦<
E. C. HILL & CO..
♦ Wholesale Florists, *
RICHMOND, INDIANA
t»« ♦•••*••♦♦♦♦♦ ♦«♦♦♦♦♦♦
San Froncisco-
Aae iiued John Reynolds
Iitaiaiu..- and Judse Hunt awarded the
fnll amount ol damages on ttie showing
made by the plaintiff.
THE EXPERIMEN T STA TIONS.
iMaesachusetts Agricultural Col-
lege.—Tnlrty-tourth annual Report.
CHOP. Bulletin 38. Universin. Of
Wisconsin Experiment Station, Mad
A Pecdliar Insect Enemy op the Apple.
Bulletin 23, same station. Tells how to combat
the Pistol Case Bearer.
The Curuant Fly. Bulletin 35. Maine State
College Agricultural Experiment Station
Orono, Me. This bulletin gives a populai
description of the life history, habits, and wa3
of fighting this pest.
Sprayinc, Mixtures and Their Applica
HON. Bulletin 121, same station. This pam
phlet gives in detail the forraulit for the differ
ent spraying mixtures, tonether with a list 01
apparatuses for applying same.
Notes Upon Celery. By Professors B. M
DuggarandL. H.Bailey, " '-' '
Ithaca, N. V. This
illustra ed, contains discussioni
and late blights of celery: late
storage house, with suggested
hichi
Notes Upon Pld.ms
YiiKK. Byi
th lertUizeri
Western New
Professor Bailey,
y Agl. Exp.
, Cornell Univer
,ca, N. Y. This IS
of plums, remarks on plum g
audi
Station,
on the ty
Professor Bailey si
which can he most confid
for market in Western New York are the
lowing: Field, Bradshaw, Coe's Golden Di
Hudson River Purple Egg, Italian Prune, 1
pire. Grand Duke, Arch Duke, Monarch. Gi
V Gage, Kelne Claude, and C
Farleigh
imend for profit in Western
nt are the Ked June, Abundi
Chase. The Ked June promises
very early market plum for ■
IV OF THE CUCriM
eilnlig, New Yi
Station, Genev
;if this strength
)pper sulphate,
lime, and fifty
;,/X{i
t flmiiiiff the protective furiKicide; ni
! wash off this coating- it will be nect
spray again. The remedy should
early, constantly and thoroughly.
TOBACCO OUST
TO BURN, $3.00 per bbl., 180 lbs.
TO SPRINKLE, t6percaEe,45aibs.
CORRECT KIND,3?6M*-0 per doz.
1,' lb. " 1 40
AVHALE OIL SOAP sniall size " 1 OO
STOXT'S FIR TKEE OIL SOAP 2 50
WHALE OIL SOAP iii 1 lb. bars 1 20
PARIS GKEEN put up in 1 lb. boxes 2 OO
SLUG SHOT iu 5 lb. packages 2 75
TOBACCO SOAP iu 1 lb. and }4 lb. " 4 OO per 12 lb J.
Protect your FRUIT and SHikDfv TREES agrainst the
ravaK:e» of Caterpillars. Borers and otiier uo^clous
insects t»y usillK ERMISCH'S C ATERMULAR I,I.nE.
Price, per 5 lb. can, $1 00.
A Complete Line of BELLOWS and BRASS SYRINGES always
on hand. Prices on application.
DON'T FORGET TO OCT OUR SPEOIIL BULB PRICE LIST, NOW REIDY.
F. E. McAllister co.
SEED AND BULB MERCHANTS,
69 CORTLANDT ST.,
NEW YORK.
CANNAS.
FINE STRONG STOCK.
started plants, S4.00 per 100. Plauts from pots, $5.00 per 100. Mme. Crozy, Chas.
Henderson, A. Bouvier, Sunbeams, Egandale, Star of '91, St. Hillaire,
Ami Pichon, Pres. Carnot.
BURBANK. Each 75 cts.; 6 for $4.00.
Austria, and Souv. de Antoine Crozy, $10.00 per 100.
Chas. Henderson, A. Bouvier, Sunbeams, Count H. de Choiseui,
dormant, at $2.00 per 100. F. R. Pierson, $:!.00 per 100.
Mme. Crozy, dormant, $3.00 per 100.
GERANIUMS. a te^^ thousand, 2% inch stock, at $25.00 per 1000.
IVY GERANIUHI. lOO Jean d'Arc, at $2.00,
Fine 2 inch stock, $2.50 per 100;
BEGONIA VERNON.
S20.0I) per 1000.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS. *2..50 per lOO, ivory, Pink Ivory.
Mrs. Perrin, The Queen, Nanshon, Marion Henderson, Mrs. Egau, Wm.
Simpson, Marquis de Slontmort, Mrs. .lerome Jones, Erniinilda, Niveus,
Gladys Spaulding, V. Morel, Philadelphia, Daydawn, Mrs. Kobinson, Miss
Johnson, Bergmann.
$4.00 per 100, H. W. Eieman, Liberty, Invincible, Pluto, Fitzwygram,
Lenawee, Autumn Bride, Sibyl Kaye, Indiana, Yanoma, F. B. Hayes, Mrs.
Murdock, Mrs. K. Crawford, Pride of Castlowood, Violescent, Eiverside,
Kinaldo, &c.
CARNATIONS. From Soil. ninnie Cook, $2.50; Hrs.
Chas. Duhme, $10.00 ; Hrs. Q. H. Bradt, $10.00 per 100.
THE COTTAGE GARDENS
QUEENS, L. I.
Wliirii Writing Mention Florists' Eichaneo
566
The F=i-orists' excHMNGE.
SEHSOHIIBLE SEEDS!
PRIMULA FIMBRIATA
(Chinese Primros*-).
Rubra (lie 1, Altoa(Whit. ). AlbaltlaK-
iilflca. Rubra violacea. Cbi>v\-lck
Red. Meleor. village Maid or
CINERARIA
Hybrida Graudlflora choice mixp>i,
Extra Flue i>v»-arf Mixed. Grandl-
aora Kermeslna, Dbl. Flo-werlng;-
TraUe Packages, SOc. and Sl.CO.
CALECOLARIA
Hybrida Grandiflora, cboice mixed.
Trade Packages, 50c. and »1.00.
WM. ELLIOTT & SONS
Fresli seeds-Gaiia Bums.
Apple Geranium (true), 35 cts. pkt.; Jl.DO
per lUOO seeds : $7..5I) per 10,000 seeds.
Musa Ensete. Tacts, per lOO seeds; $6(0
per 1000 seeds.-
Seaforttala ElCKans, 10 cts. per 100 seeds;
$3 00 per 1000 si^eds. ,
Cyperus AlternifoIIus, 25 cts. per pkt.
SI.OII per oz.
. per 100 seeds ;
TO BUYERS OF NARCISSUS AND
I DAFFODILS FOR FORCING.
3 for the above befon
free to wholesale buyers. Special throug
Guernsey to following Atnerican cities.
Guernsey to New York, 30 shillings and 10 per ceni
Phormiutu Tenax, 25
$1 on per KKK) seeds.
I». Xenax Varlesata
seeds ; t2..5ii per 1000 seeds.
Alsoptaylla Australia (Tree Fern), 50
Send for prices on Calla Lilies, August and
September delivery. Send for Trade List of
Novelties and Specialtiesfor Autumn delivery.
MRS THEODOSIA B. SHEPHERD
Venmr.--by-the Sen, Cel.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Guernsey to ChicaKO. .653. Net, per ton of 40 cubic ft.
auernsey to Wash . . iW. Nf t" per ton of 40 cubic ft.
Guern-ey to Balto 45s. Net, per ton of 40 cubic ft.
Special Through Hates arranged to other
parts by request. Best attention will be given
to the packing of all goods to secure economy
transit.
HUBERTS MAUGER,
Guernsey, Eng.
I Florists' Excha
•IPrSICES OiT'
SUMMER FLOWERING
^BULBS._^
GHAS. H. ALU. N, Floral Park. N. Y.
-■" m Writing -Mention Florists' Exchange
BULBS, ROOTS, and DECORATIVE PLANTS,
For Fall Delivery, Now Ready. Send for Catalogue.
F. ^W. O. SCHMIXZ, JERSEY CITY, N. J.
PRIMULA SINENSIS SEED
The Wm. Scott strain (grown by Wm. Scott, Buffalo), includf s ;
Our "GREAT SCOTT MIXTURE," from assortment of 10 varieties.
Also 4 SEPARATE COLORS, Single Wliile, Pink, Red and Double Red.
Sold only in sealed Trade Packets, at each, 60 cts. Liberal reductions on larger
oiders as per Free Priced Circular List, for whicli apply to Sales Agent.
DAN'L B. LONG, r:"»U't'nr' Buffalo, N.Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
LOOK! LOOK! LOOK!
Up to J U N E 1 5th only we book for June-July Delivery.
V^^ F8EE8III BEFBIICTII BIBJ.
COOD FI.OWERI1KG BVLBS.
PAMPAS PLUMES,
Palm, California Tree and Flower Seeds.
Please let us book your orders for
BULBS at once
ASK FOR SPECIAL PRICES.
GERMAIN FRUIT GO. Los Anireles, Gal.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FORCING BULBS
Special Import Price List Ready.
=CANNAS=
BURB&NK - - 75c. ITALIA - - - 40c.
YEL.CR0ZY-SI.50 AUSTRIA- - -200.
All Standard and New at Market Price.
VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE,
NEW YORK, CHICAGO,
14 Barclay St. 84-86 Randolph SI.
■When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
100 1000 5000
inch diameter $0 i
Mammoth. % inch and i
Extra Offer in Palm Seeds up to Jane 15th
lOO 1000 5000
Corypha australis $0 60 $3 BO S16 »
Seaforlbia elegans 60 3 60 15 0
Phojnix canariensis 40 3 25 10 01
Improved LITTLE GEM CALLA.
J produce flowers.
1 m inch, per 10, $3.00.
Fall delivery.
PRICE INCLUDES DELIVERY. S Per C«n». Discount allowed on orders with Cash. Send
tor new Price List of Calla Lonsiaorum, and all oilier California, Japan, French and Dutch
Import Bulbs tor Summer and Fall delivery. Address
H. H. BERQER & CO., San Francisco, Cal
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Printing of Any and Every Description.
In short, Job Printing — which term covers every variety
and species of printed matter known, from the printer's
proverbial "business card to a poster, book ornewspaper. "
Here, again, we are at your service, and we can truthfully
say that our facilities for this class of work are unsurpassed.
To parties at a distance we would advise an estimate cover-
ing not less than $5.00 to $10.00 on account of express rates.
■— ^-A. T. DELA MARE PTQ. and PUB. CO., Ltd.
THE JENNINC'S STRAIN
of Finest Amerlran Gro\rn
PANSY SEED
NE'^V CROP, heady June 15lh.
E. B. JEHHINGS,••°^^'^4"" Southport, Conn.
OROWER OF THE FINEST PANSIES.
?n Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
rROEMER'S SUPERB PRIZE PANSIEST|
FRED. ROEMER, Seed Crower.S
Quedlinburg. Gs'inany. jjj
^\ hf-n^Viiting Mention Florists' Exchange
EEDS for Profit
SwcctPeasI
I
C
V ^ FLORISTS'
k. W FLOWER
fy^ SEEDS k/IIWbl VUWjr
Wholesale Catalogue on application. 5
WEEBER & DON, ^':^i^rot:rT
Chambers St., New York City.
WhenW
ALL BULBS AND PLANTS
For Summer and Fall Delivery, Quoted
at Very Low Rates.
FREE ON BOARD CARS OR BOATS
NEW YORK CITT-.
HULSEBOSCH BROS., Englewood, N, J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
10,000
POTCROWN
DAHLIA
A. B. DAVIS & SON, Purcellville, Va.
Prize-Winning
DAHLIAS
AN UNPRECEDENTED RECORD.
23 First Prizes, Certificate of Merit, 2
Diplomas, and highest mention everywhere.
list now ready. Address
W. p. PEACOCK.
Dahlia Specialist, ATCO, N. J.
Valuable Paper.
Am well satisfied with results obtained from ns
DB your valuable paper. JOHN A. DOYLE.
Springfield, Ohio, July SO, 1896.
The Florists'
;XCHKNG1
567
SEED THRDE REPORT.
Polnui and iiiIormt»uoi rrom aeetifimt^L.. a.t, all
Interested in tbls columc. solk-iter: «, n.- . ».-
Bdltor SUBD Tradb, care of Floribtb' Ex-
OHANOK. p. O. Boi 1697. New Tork.
American Seed Trade Associa-
tion.
Tlir nttecnth annual meeting: ot this
association was held in the Ebbitt
House, Washington, June 8, 9 and 10.
The Attendance.
Among those present were rep-
resentatives of the following firms; C.
L. Allen, Floral Park, N. Y.; J. Bol-
giano, Baltimore; F. W. Bolgiano,
Washington; F. Buckbee, Rockford,
II!.; H. Earl, ot W. Atlee Burpee. Phil-
adelphia; E. B. Clark and H. A. Clark.
Milford, Conn.; Mr. Willard, of Corn-
stock. Ferre & Co., Wethersfield. Conn.;
L. J. Coryell, Oshawa, Ont.; S. D. Cros-
by, New York City; Mr. Heffron. ot
Albert Dickinson Co., Chicago, 111.; W.
H. Grenell, Pierrepont Manor, N. Y. ;
A. Rodgers, ot Illinois Seed Co., Chi-
cago, 111.; C. E. Kendall, Cleveland. O.;
S. F. Leonard, Chicago; Robert Liv-
ingston's Sons, Columbus, O.; Mande-
ville & King, Rochester, N. Y.; L. L.
May, St. Paul; Albert McCuUough and
J. Charles McCullough, Cincinnati, C;
Morrison & Westfall, Troy, N. Y.;
Charles E. Prunty. St. Louis, Mo.; Je-
rome B. Rice. Cambridge, N. Y. ; Otto
Schwill, Memphis T.-nii.; Mr. George,
of Storrs & Ham -.u ' ■■ , I 'aiiiesville,
O.; T. W. Woo.l. i: ' i .;:,, andS.
D. Woodruff, I Ma M 1 la aad Secre-
tary Don, of \\i- I" I A l''aa
"Visitors at the open meeting were
C. H. Allen, Floral Park; Gilbert H.
Hicks, of Pure Seed Investigation De-
partment ot Agriculture, Washington;
E. Harnden. government purchasing
agent; H. M. Wall, Biooklyn, and B.
W. Burt, of S. W. Allen Co., Philadel-
phia.
Besolntloni.
The association presented the fol-
lowing resolution regarding tariff mat-
ters, which was forwarded to the Fi-
nance Committee of the Senate.
WHEREAS, The House ot Representa-
tives having passed the Tariff bill known
as the Dingley Bill, in which the duty
on garden seeds is placed at 40 per cent,
WHEREAS. The Senate Committee, in
its various amendments to that bill, re-
duced the 40 per cent, duty on garden
seeds to 25 per cent, and placed seed of
beet, radish and spinach upon the free
li.st,
RESOLVED, That the American Seed
Trade Association assembled in Wash-
mgton this Sth day of June 1897 put on
r cord its unqualified condemnation of
the repoit of the Senate Comni tte i
ducing the proposed duty on girden seeds
as a serious blow to an agricultural in
American seed ;
tent ot 40 per
spinach now i
ley Bill.
Also that peas and beans remain as
provided for in the Dingley Bill, and that
the duty on flower seeds take effect in
June, 1898.
Election of Offlcera
The following officers were elected
for the ensuing year; President Je-
rome B. Rice, of Cambridge, N. Y.;
first vice-president. E. B. Clark, Mil-
ford, Conn.; second vice-president, J.
Bolgiano, Baltimore, Md.; secretary
and treasurer, S. P. WiUard, of Corn-
stock, Ferre & Co., Wethersfield, Conn.;
assistant secretary, C. E. Kendall,
Cleveland, O. Executive Committee—
T. W. Wood, Richmond, Va.; S. P
Leonard, Chicago, 111.; A. L. Don, New
York; Albert McCallough, Cincinnati,
and W. Atlee Burpee, Philadelphia.
The meeting was a very successful
one. On Thursday the members ot the
association inspected the seed-testing
experiments being carried on by the
Department of Agriculture and were
greatly interested in same.
Rochester, N. Y — The case ot Henry
!. Hathaway, assignee of Crosman
;i-as.. seedsmen, against Alexander M.
["Mall. I'laiik P. Jones and Edward
'- iMiiM'. ilin'ators of the Edward F.
Mlilil. S-^ .1 Cn.. was placed on trial in
nia ('iiiirl yesterday. After hear-
i;; iha a\alaiue tor the plaintiff Jus-
ca l>uiiuaii granted the defendants'
latiaii iM,. a non-suit.
Tlia d. landant seed company went
ito the hands of the receiver July 23
isL. No annual report was filed by its
iiaators tor the year 1895 and the
hiintiff sought to hold them personally
^sponsible for a $240 bill because ot the
eglect.
European Notes.
The Weather.
The cond
entirely beli<
at present existing
the promise suggested by
of the past winter, which
led us to look fnrward with confidence
to an tail\ haiMsi. The continuance
of cold, Hi> aiiala i-tards the develop-
ment trin, (2.00 per doz.
BENJAMIN CONNELL, Fiorlsl, Weal Grove, Pa.
n Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
GANNAS
H. BEAULIEU, Belrr
Ave., Woodhavcn,
CLUCAS & BODDINGTON CO., |
Importers, Kxporters and (I ronerH' Agents ofS
Plants, Seeds and Bulbs, |
501 and 503 IV. 13th St., *
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SURPLUS.
T. C. AUSTIN & SONS, Suffield, Conn.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
500 CANNAS
MAX E. KRAUS,
3*.i0 Davenport Ave., New fjaven Conn.
"Whan Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
P. OUWERKERK,
1 1 23 Summit Ave., Jarsty City, N.J.
Ju8t received from our Holland
NuTBsiitB :
RHODODENDRONS, AZALEAS,
SPIR/EA JAPONICA, LILIUM SPECIOSUM,
PCONIES, BLEEDING HEART,
POT GROWN LILACS, HYDRANGEA IN SORTS.
CLEMATIS and H. P. ROSES, m the best sorts
riting Mention Florists' Exchange
Thanks to the Exchan
HENRY NBEMER.
QUEEN ^—
CHARLOTTE
CANNAS
101'.
ALPHONSE BOUVIER, MNIE. CROZY, CHAS. HENDERSON,
FromS4 inch pots, at $5 00 per 100.
VARIEGATED VINCAS. "rss ts™ "
THE ELIZABETH NURSERY COMPANY, Elizabeth, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SPECIAL OFFER OF
DWARF FRENCH CANNAS
We oflfer the following fine varieties, as long as stock lasts, at prices annexed.
These are well established plants in 3 and 4 inch pots.
Per 100
300 Aiitolne Rivolre, red $4 CO
000 Ami I-lchon. crimson 4 00
100 Ami Jules Chretteii, apricot-red, new 16 00
400 Austria, yellow, new 1.5 00
200 Baronne de Sandraus, yellow, spottwl criiM,.j.iii 4 00
SOO Baronne de Poilly, orange-salmon, new 10 00
•j.-.o Bassets Red, fine bronze foliage 4 00
too Caniille Bernardln, salmon 4 00
400 Col. Dodds, rosy salmon 4 00
;iOO c Renau, rosv carmine, bronze foliat?e 4 00
150 Deuil de St. Grevy, oranRe-scarlet, bronze toliase 4 00
r.oo neuti de Itllrlbel, oranite-soarlet. bronze fohnjre. 4 IK)
':o'» Kxplorateur Crampbel, crimson 4 00
l.'SO F*. Keuvesel. siiliiiOM. bronze foli'ige 4 00
lOO F-rancols Blllard, carmine, new 10 00
100 rurst Bismarck, lame, crimson, new 10 00
20O Geoffrey St. Hllaire, orariL-e-rerl, bronze fnlint'e 4 00
1 7« Gloire de I.yonnalse, yellow, red blotclie.l 4 00
100 Hortense Barbereau, cherry-red. new IB 00
lOO Inireiiieur Alptiand, reddisti carmine, bronze folirtKC 4 OO
\~~> Italia, orn Hire- scarlet and yellow, new 25 00
150 J. W. Elliott, vermilion 4 00
ir,(i f. Tliomayer, nrani^e. bronze foliasre 4 00
SOO Kaiser -Willielm, bright red 4 00
1700 Meteor, orans-e-scarlet 4 00
100 Mme. Cliabaune, rose, new 10 00
SJB Maurice Mussy. vermilion 4 00
IBO Millet F-ils. crimson 4 00
170 Mme. H. Rljfaud, cherrv-carmine, new 10 00
75 Mme. Pichon, lemon, striped red, new 10 00
350 Paul I.orenz, blood red 5 00
I.50 papa Treyve, oranffp-earmine. new 4 00
fioo Paul Marquant. salmon-goarlet 4 00
200 Progression, vollow, dotted maroon 4 00
2.'-.0 Perfection, vpIIow, spotted crimson 4 00
SOO Princess LusiKnan, oranite 4 JO
400 Presirlent Cbandon, yellow, orange spots 4 00
1 00 Paul Bruaut, nranee-pcarlet 4 00
400 Paolo Radaeli, crimson, yellow border 4 00
SOO Paul SiKrIst, crimson, yellow border 4 00
120 Senator Monteflore, vellow striped 4 00
SOO iE|tads:^>'tner Seunltolz. orimson-soarlet, bronze foliage 4 00
SOO Trocadero, crimson-scarlet 4 00
SOO mlque. nranircscnrlot 4 00
7r. -Vlce-Pres. l,uiKet, cherry-red, new 16 00
We offer 30 Distinct Varieties, all Correctly Labeled, for $3.00.
HENRY A. DREER, 714 Chestnut St., Phila.
568
Thi
F^LORISTS' EXCH75NGE.
CARNATIONS
Rooted CuttiDRS of the folic
Ine to cloie out. Sliver 8pra
'^-^^^— ^ W. Scolt, Rose Quee
Portia, l.izzle McGowan. Tidal Wnve ai
Thoa. Carlledite. 11.25 per 100; »10,00 per WOO.
JOSEPH RENARD, Unionvilla, ''c°r Pa.
Whon Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
to delay your orders for
MINNIE COOK.
Price sliould be $3.00 per 100; $35.00 per 1000.
MEADOW VIEW GREENHOUSES,
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
lealchy pin
inch pota. Price,
Carnations, Etc.
HIGH GRADE ROOTED CUTTINGS.
Write for price list.
H. WEBER & SONS,
MORELLO
The New Scarlet.
Prom soil.
HOPP&LEMKE,'
Mention Florl;
5 QRALLERT & CO. }
{carnation growers!
"When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Ttie brightest and most productive scarlet
caroation yet introduced.
Strong plants, $4 no per 100
Rooted cuttinpfs, , 3 00 "
Send for complete list of 100,000 carnation
plants and rooted cuttings in 30 varieties.
Ready for immediate shipment.
GEO. H&NGOGK & SON, Grand Haven, Mich.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Harrison's White
CARNATION.
New Carnation, sport from Wm. Scott.
JOHN HARRISON,
739 Bergen Ave., Jersey City, N, J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Triamph and Armazlndy.,
Jubilee
SI»IIL,AX
Cash with the order. Everything guaranteed;
if not satisfactory you can return it at my ex-
pense and have your money refunded you.
ALBERT M.HERR, LB. 496. Lancaster, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Or.Ierat
Wliite-Miue. F. BersmanD, Mrs. H. Robinson
Mrs. H. WrlKht, Mayflower, Yanoma.
Early Crimson-BenJ. Giroud.
Pink-Ulory of the PaclBo. Pink Ivory. V-Morel,
Wm. SimpBOn, Mme. F. Perrin, Maud Dean.
Yellow-ll. L. Snnderbruch. Yellow Queen. Geo.
S. Conover, Georglaoa Pltcber, MndeBto, H. W.
Rleman. Mrs. E. Buettner. Golden Wedding.
YelloTV Dal.y, ETOILE IIE LYON, from
2}4 inch pots. 75 eta. per dozen ; 15.00 per 100.
FARQCHAR. VIOLETS, from 2W Inch pots.
50 cts. per dozen ; M.OO per 100.
CASH WITH ORDER.
THBO. F. BECKERX,
Nbtillb Island. ri enpipld pa
9 miles below PlttsbnrK, Pa GLEMFIELD, PA.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
and VINGA VINES.
VERY FINE PLANTS, FOR CASH.
»2 00»18 00
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
I Dean
Ma]
Qercial varieties, from
tr Bonnafl"m, Philade
y, M. Wanamaker. L. Cam
bmer, Nlveus, The Queei
Iphls
E. Dailledou;
Balsley. W. H. Lluooln, Ivory. lora, at J2.61I per 100
G. Chllds, Golden Wedding, Eda Prass, M. Hender-
son, at »:).00 per 100. Cash with order.
JOHN C. EISELE,
20th & Ontario Sts., PHILADELPHIA, PA.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
Bergmann, Marquise de Montmort, Minerva,
Marion Henderson, Wm. Simpson, Mrs. H.
Robinson, Marie Louise, Philadelphia, Queen,
Niveus, Mayflower. Wanamaker, Dailledouze,
Bonnaffon, Mrs. C. LIpplncott, Viviand-Morel,
Maud Dean, and Erminilda.
Hydrangea Otaksa. 2"^ in. pots, $3 (10 per 100.
Smilax from pots, $2.00 per 100 ; $18 00 per
lOOO. Cash with order.
SAML J. BUNTING,
In Endless Variety.
Best Varieties in Quantity at
Moderate Prices.
NATHAN SMITH J SON, Adrian, Mich.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
ROOTED CUTTINGS BBADY JUNE 20
From Specially Grown Stock.
Glory of the Pacific, Lady Fitzwygram, Mar-
quis de Montmort, Marion Henderson, $2.00
per 100.
Yellow Queen, Mrs. S. T. Murdock, Mrs. H.
Kobinson, Mrs. Jerome Jones, Miss M. Wana-
maker, Ivory, Wm. Simpaon, Maud Dean and
Philadelphia, $1.50 per 100.
JOHN I.ANG, Cliicas:o, Ills.
Corner Melrose and Kobey Sts.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
; OF AD. 18 often as necessary as a
lir, or change of diet, and for the
1— to keep trade and body healthy.
AliOVE ALL,
asonable. To
changed often.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
HYDRANGEA OTAKSA, fine plants from pots, $3.00 per 100. Cash with order, please.
JOHN HAGKETT & CO., 62d St., near Elmwood Ave., PHILADELPHIA, PA.
WhenWrlting Mention Florists' Exchange
GKBIilillOlili.
Nitrate of Soda.
A correspondent of the State of
Georgia asks me what effect a weak
solution of nitrate of soda would have
on carnations when syringed overhead.
The house is shaded and the plants are
healthy and doing well.
I have never used nitrate in this way
and, therefore, cannot tell just what
the results would be. However, I do
not think the effect would be injurious
if the solution is not made too strong.
That is about the most I can say in
favor of applying nitrate in this way.
Not only is the principle of applying
it in this manner quite wrong, but a
large portion of it must necessarily
evaporate, and, therefore, become
wasted. A better way would be to
apply the solution directly to the soil.
The correct principle of applying water
or stimulants lies in a thorough sat-
urating of the soil; when we depart
from this method we may rest assured
that we are moving backward instead
of forward. In applying water or
stimulants we must bear in mind that
unless all of the roots of a plant can
assist in taking the nourishment from
the soil, perfect development is impos-
sible. Viewing the matter in this Ught,
the impracticability of obtaining the
best results become at once apparent.
During the summer months the car-
nation can stand light syringings and
be all the better for them, but to sy-
ringe them long enough at a time to
saturate the soil would not only be a
waste of time, but would also be in-
jurious to the plants. If we could al-
ways keep the atmosphere in just the
proper condition, the foliage would
never need a drop of water. But since
this is quite beyond our reach, in the
heated portion of the year, we must
resort to light syringings to help offset
the dry, parched atmosphere of the
greenhouse during summer. The car-
nation is not a moisture-loving plant
and we must treat it accordingly.
I would advise my correspondent to
use good liquid manure, the making of
which has been described many times
before in the columns of The Exchange.
I do not advocate the use of highly-
concentrated fertilizers, as their use
can never be attended by the best re-
sults unless handled by a person who
knows exactly the nature of the stuff
he is dealing with, and how much his
plants actually need or can stand.
Those who are so situated as to make it
difficult or impracticable to obtain .
I EDW. J. TAYLOR, i
i Wholesale J
I Carnation Grower, :
♦ SOUTHPORT, CONN. ♦
en Writing Mention Flor
CARNATIONS |
F. DORNER & SONS CO., ^
La Fayette, Ind. 0
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Carnation Cuttings
riumph, Armazin.
_ __id. Dean Hole, Goldfinch, Lizzie
McGowan, Mme. Albertini, Meteor, Peachblow,
Rose Queen, Silver Spray, Wra. Scott, Uncle
John.
PRIMULAS, m inch, $3.00 per 100.
Send for list and prices on large lots.
Logan tvB. Greenhouses, ■ DanviHe, III.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
liquid manure in the ordinary way will
have to resort to other means; and
much greater care will have to be ex-
ercised in the making and using of it.
Nitrate of soda is a foliage maker
and cannot be especially recommended
as being a properly balanced fertilizer
for carnations. Potash is the most im-
portant of the three ingredients re-
quired to give the carnation a well-
balanced ration, and since ordinary
stable manure does not contain enough
in proportion to the nitrogen present,
more must be added. For this purpose
unleached wood ashes is much the best;
in the absence of this a little muriate
of potash will do. Nitrogen and phos-
phoric acid are the other two ingre-
dients, and should be present in about
half the strength of the potash. The
latter gives structure to the plant and
color to the foliage and flower; for this
reason the plant requires more of it
than any other ingredient. Nitrogen
makes foliage and keeps the plant
growing; it is present in abundance in
liquid from stable manure. Phosphoric
acid is the main factor in producing
flowers. Any who have large, thrifty
plants which are not crowded for room,
and which produce but a scant supply
of flowers, can safely attribute their
non-blooming to a lack of this item.
Stable manure does not contain it in
sufficient strength; bone is the best
form in which to apply it.
This can best be done in preparing
the soil during the summer, which is
intended for use in the greenhouse for
the following year. A good, liberal
amount of pure ground bone mixed
with the soil about six or eight weeks
before the soil is to be used will bu
money well Invested. I regard this as
one of the principal reasons why our
carnations bloom profusely during
summer months. H. WEBER.
Cincinnati.
Trade CoraparatlTely Good.
Very little to say regarding cut
flower trade except that in comparing
with other lines of business v/e should
not complain; fall weather continues.
Prices on roses remain unchanged;
Brides and Maids, 2 cents to 3 cents;
Meteors, 3 cents to 4 cents; Beauty, 5
cents to 25 cents; Perles, 2 cents. Car-
nations, 50 cents to $1 per 100 and fairly
good stock. The stores all had more
or less decorative and funeral work,
Avhich helped bring up the weekly aver-
age, while transient sale of loose cut
flowers was quiet. School commence-
ments are now making themselves felt
and will help sales for the coming
week.
Magrie & George are still cutting
some handsome lily of the valley, which
wholesales at 4 cents.
Pajonias sell at 2 cents to 3 cents;
sweet peas are an over-stock and 25
cents to 60 cents is the limit. The
growers in the market were complain-
ing of dull trade Saturday.
Tr»de Notes.
Tom Fitzmorris, salesman for
Julus Baer, picked up on the street a
Big Four railroad check for $40,676.46.
He returned same to owners and re-
ceived $1.
Superintendent Warder is having his
hands full driving tramps out of the
parks and keeping vandals from steal-
ing the flowers.
William Murphy is now turning his
attention to his strawberries. He ex-
pects to pick at least one hundred
bushels; they are now retailing in this
market for 5 cents per quart.
Maiten Renkauf, of Bayersdorfer s,
was a caller last week. George John-
ston, the 265-pound tin-foil man, from
St. Louis, was also a caller.
Our Outing Committee is having a
hard time deciding on a location this
year, but we think they will settle on
something before July 23.
R. A. Murphy was tackled by a cou-
ple of "gold brick" confidence men
while returning home from market last
Wednesday. They allowed Robert to
win the fifteen dollars to draw him on,
but when he attempted to reach his
wa"-on to drive on they held him up
and took back the money. Bob said he
never wished tor his gun so bad m his
' B P. Critchell has been enjoying the
jury box for the last ten days.
GeorSL' S. Bartlett starts on a bicycle
tour through central Ohio, visitmg the
florists and taking their orders for bone
flour. E. G. GILLETa.
June :
The FiLORisxs' Exchange.
569
Flushing L. I.
all ..I her \ :iiicties, these three, with
A ii.,iii 1-tiiuty, being, in Mr. Hill-
mans M|,iiiic.n, the best tour commer-
. lal kiud.s available. Several houses of
.Mrlei.r had Just been planted, while
Hiidesmaid. from two to four years
old. on the benches, was being put in
shape to be again carried over the en-
suing season. Bridesmaid plants seven
years old. were quoted by Mr. Hillman
as having in one establishment yielded
more prolific returns last winter than
any of the preceding seasons; In other
words, by careful pruning and atten-
tion, plants of this favorite, it would
appear, cah be profitably carried on
the benches without renewal, for as
yet art undetermined number of sea»
Mn A. C. Thorne, Golden Street, cor-,
ner Hillside Avenue, has had erected
by Hitchings & Co.. of New Torli. si v
iron houses, tlin. -quarter span, which,
in th.ir details oi c.nstruction, em-
brace tlir iiiosi iiiodoiii ideas of these
braces i)OU feet of running glass,
twenty feet wide. The first two
houses to the right and to the left have
the shed between them and stand some
distance apart, one from the other,
while the last two houses (practically
one) run the entire width of the vanRc,
316 feet. In the details of the con-
struction of this range we noticed the
use of continuous rafters from the ridge
to the ground, and the side sash 2V4
Inches out of plumb to carry off the
drip of rain or snow; the glass used Is
placed with the upward curve in the cen-
tre on the outside, said to impart much
additional strength and to greatly les-
sen danger from hail. Hitchings' hot-
water boilers, two No. 19's and two 67's,
will do the heating very easily. Brides,
Bridesmaids and Meteors, in equal pro-
portions, are being grown. Mr. Wil-
liams, formerly foreman for Mr. Hill-
man, Is in charge.
Grand Rapids, Mich.
Club UeetlDg.
At
Floi
held Ju
."Prospects of Si , ri,i.;. {[.■ \ is
a plentiful sui i . i m
this vicinity aiai ,i u i d m mio i,. ex-
pected as soon as the weiuiier »id per-
mit. The Commitlee on Chrysanthe-
nuim Show reported having several lo-
caiir»ns under consideration, but asked
further time to decide definitely.
Messrs. Hanna & Cunningham exhib-
ited carnations.
The club will not meet again till Sep-
tember.
Buunesi Ch>ng«a.
William Cunningham, of the
Grand Rapids Floral Co., has with-
drawn as a partner In that company
and bought the stock of Schmidt Bros.,
also renting their greenhouses.
Hidgewood, N. J.
A. V. D. Snyder is erecting a seed
A Potent Factor.
The Flokists' Exchikoe is th
f»otor in the florist's line. ^
Maltituck, L. I.. Jane 8. '97.
e most potent
H. DURTEA.
FOR SALE . . .
Bride and Bridesmaid Roses,
In 2 and 2% In. pots, at $2,00 per ICO, or
Will Tvi^honna '"■■ Ls France, nerninaa Gen
Will LXCnange jacqueminot, or sword Ferns
RUTTLE BROS,, Covington, Ky.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exch.Tng.
SURPLUS STOCK OF ROSES
BRIDE, BRIDESMAID, PERLE.
2% and 3 inch pots, $3.00 to tt 00 per 1
E. VOLMER,
LargGTwoYBinOliIisiiii
In 150 varieties. Fine plants from
4 inch pots,
$5.00 PER 100 ; $45.00 PER 1000.
THE C. A. REESER CO., '^^".r.i„
When "Writing Mention Florists' Exchange'
ROSES.
Climbing Wiiotto
per 100.
Cat^h with order.
JOHN A. DOYLE,
1 ctB. per doz.; $6.00
Springfield, Ohio.
Florists' Exchange
Will liav
Field Orown Roses, new and old varieties,
Clematis, Ornamental Slirubs, and Trees,
Fruit Trees i
Small Fruit Plants.
Price List ready in July. Write for it.
■n Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
LOOK HERE
»2 50 per 100; t20,00 per 1000; Meteor. 13 00 per 100;
»25.00 per 1000.
Asters, out, of 2H Incli pots. |:> 00 per 100.
.>lari«> Kouiae Violets, 'rooted runners, 50c.
per 100 ; »5 00 per 1000. Terms Cash or C. O. D.
C. MERKEL &. SON, Mentor, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ROSES, GERANIUMS, COLEUS.
CarDations all planted out and sold; will have
tlnestock of field plants in the Fall.
Strong 3 inch plants of Bride and Brides-
maid Roses, reudy to plant. %?>.'"'
»iOO per 100. Alte
2in. Dots. $J.00perl
and (.lOldeii
. t2 00ptr 100; 3 in. po
lieras, red and yello
Flxa-e JEIealtlisr Stools: of
Brides, 'lllaiils, • .
. . FGiiGS, pieieors,
Prom '2^ inch pots, ready for shifting, $i.00
per hundred.
JOHN HENDERSON CO.
Flushing, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Sterling American Novelty, the
WHITE COCHET
Is a sport from Maman Cocliet, which let
considered nr.w the best pink out-of-
door rose. It has all the good qualities
of its parent; Its color is pure white in
Winter, outside petals slightly tinged i
Price, per dozen, from 3 inch, $4.00.
•• 100, " 8 " 20.00.
AU Ordets Must t« Accompasltl Tith Cisli.
J. COOK. "'%?SEEr= Baltimore, Md.
A\ hen Writlng^ Mention Florists' Exchange
ROSES.
Fine Roses from Z% Inch Pots.
Per 100 Per 1000
nrlde Si oo »25 oo
Bridesmaid 300 2500
nierniet 300 2500
Meteor 300 2500
Mine. Hoste 300 2500
TERMS: Cash with order.
CHAS. E. SMITH,
Cor. Jefferson «nd .Jackson Aves., YORK, P*.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ROSBS
strong, Healtiiy Stock.
BRIDE and BRIDESMAID.
LANDIS & CO.,
m L,anca8ter, Pa.
in WritiiiB Mention Florists' Exchangt-
ROSBS
|3
100
Meteor ....
W. La France .... S 00 2.5 00
The Bride 3 00 25 00
Perledes Jardins . . 4 00 35 00
4CHILLE4, THE PEiRL, ,«.«• ... ■«».
SW&INSONi SPLENDENS "^■"iiTo''J^J-,«o
Cash, or flrat-clat
$25
I. B. HEISS, I 16 So. IHain St., Dayton, 0.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ROSES
American Beauty 4iM. pots,$IO 00 per 100
ITIrlcU Brunner 3 " 30 00 " lOCO
Magua Cliarta 3 " 30 00 ■'
Jacq. 3 " 30 00 "
Fine Carge Ferns 2K ' 25 00 "
California and I^ad>-
Canipbell Violets 8 00 "
All these plants are large and healthy ; have
been grown for our own use, but we have a
few thousand to spare.
maiden Hair a specialty.
THE L& ROCHE S STtHL FLOWER CO., Ltd.
Collingdale, Del. Co., Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ROSES
Fine strong healthy stock, 2 inch and
3 inch plants.
CUT ROSES and CARNATIONS always
in stocli.
H. DALE, - Brampton, Ont.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SURPLUS ROSES
2000 Catherine Mermet. . .
3000 Bridesmaid
1000 Perle des JardlDS
500 Kaiserin Augusta Vi
300 Mme. Jos. Schwartz.
300 Golden Gate
200 Jeanne Guillamez...
200 Climbing Perle
Kan
800 Pink Ilamb
.500 White Hambler 10 00
80O0 Marechal Niel 2 50
3000 Gloire de Dijon 2 50
.500 Soltaterre 2 60
50(1 Lamarque 2 50
300 Fortune's Yellow 2 60
MOSS ROSES.
Mousseline, Henri Martin, James Veitcb.
Capt. Bssroger. Blancke double, Laneii
Moss, Mme. Rochelambert, Glory of
Mosses, Alice Leroy, Prolific or Gracilis. 3 00
POLYANXHA ROSES.
Mile. Cecil llrunner, George Pernet, Perle
d'Or, Mignonette. Pink Soupert 3 00
AllDRESS
NANZ &NEUNER
LOUISVILLE, KY.
When Writing MentlonFlorlsts'^xchange
40,000 FIRST QUALITY FORCING ROSES
ally equal to those s
W OOTTON,
selected growth
L,A FRANC
3 Inch]
KAISERI
t four years, flrst.class aiid perfectly healthy in e
METEORi
PERLE. NIPHETOK,
BKII)ES,'>IAID, SAFBANO.
ention this paper.
; shoots used in propagating.
iMERICAN HEAIJTY. BEI.1.E SIEBKEC'HT,
SIINSET. BON SII.ENE, ItlEUSIET,
GOXTIER, MME. HO!?TE. BKIUE.
1 Inch pots, »7.00 per 100. 1 inch pots, *10.mi per lOlJ.
J. IDILIjOnsr. BXooi3a.st)VL3rg, Fa.
PHILADELPHIA ROSES
vStrictly first-cliiss, clean stock, in 3 inch pots.
. . . Beauty, Meteor, Bride, Bridesmaid . . .
MYERS & SAMTMAN, Wyndmoor, Chestnut Hill, Phila., Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
50,000 BRIDE iND BRIDESMAID! so,ooo
Extra
Fine.
From 2Vi i
„,, .„... K„™ $*.00 per 100; t35.00 per 1
Fine large 31 ■■. inch GER AIXI V MS, ready for 4 Inch $4.00 per 100
Limited amount o"f Goiltler, KJIptietos, «nd -Wootton, 2X in. pots, at $3.00 per 100.
Cl'X 8MILAX, 12 cento per string.
TERMS CASH. THE NATIONAL PLANT CO., Dayton, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
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SMILAX,^^.'o"pta- 51 WABASH AVENUE, CHICAGO, ILLS.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
570
The F=lorists' Exchange.
The Vicissitudes and Trials of
the Seed Trade.
From a paper read hy C. L. Allen, Floral Parh,
N. Y. before the American Seed Trade Asso-
ciation, at Waehington. D. C, June 9, 1897
The growing of seeds and the selling
of seeds are two distinct industries, be-
tween which there ever has been and
ever will be an irrepressible conflict;
the one wants to sell as dearly as pos-
sible; the other wants to buy as cheap-
ly as he can, consistent with a flrst-
olass article. When the two industries
are merged into one the conflict be-
comes doubly great, because the factor
—the grower — on the one hand, wants
to sell cheap, to secure the wholesale
trade, and, on the other, he is anxious
for the largest retail prices, which is
trying to ride two horses in opposite
directions, at the same time.
In the selling of seeds there are two
distinct classes of dealers— the whole-
saler and the retailer. United there are
three separate interests, all of which
we see here, in friendly battle array.
We see here also the three in one,
which is a combination of conflicting
interests. It the grower can avail him-
self of the retailer's profits, as he fre-
quently does, no harm will come. But
if he expects to supply the wholesaler
he must not offer the retailer his stocks
at the same price; neither must he give
the consumer seeds at any less figure
than the responsible retailer would do.
In all kinds of business the strife for
trade is eager and uncompromising.
The seed trade is as aggressive as any
of the others; and, while the profits are
seemingly large, under ordinary cir-
cumstances, they are not in reality so;
and while the wholesale dealer is a
necessity, the grower should protect
him, so far as in not offering to his
customers the same price as he does to
him. The bad results from this prac-
tice are more serious than generally
supposed. It is not so much the loss
of profit, on the part of the trade, as it
is in the loss of quality in the seeds
sold. As a rule the grower does not
know the intrinsic value of the seeds,
as well as the seedsman for whom he is
.growing. And the moment the grower
becomes a seedsman he begins to seek
large crops instead of choice ones, in
order to make low prices; and low
prices invariably lead to low quality;
they are cause and effect. If the
grower or dealer offers his stock at a
less price than a good article can be
produced, the inference is that, like all
other cheap goods, the quality has gone
down with the price. This may not
necessarily be so, but it is a very
strong case of circumstantial evidence.
To the consei-vative mind bargain of-
fers scattered broadcast over the land
are not only perilous but detract from
the dignity of the seed trade, which has
ever been one of its distinguishing
features.
The greatest peril to the seed trade
comes from the man who wants to do
it all — a combination of the three
branches of the industry. He is not
unlike some of our modern statesmen,
who not only "want the earth," but
want it coined. His conflict is the most
bitter of all, because each of his busi-
ness interests is at war with the other
—he is fighting himself. He is a finan-
cial "felo de se;" at the same time he
regards himself a victim to the vicissi-
tudes of trade. The conflict of trade,
the competition which is everywhere
felt, is invariably and justly regarded
the cause of low prices— it is the parent
of over-production, and, as prices are
based on the universal law of supply
and demand, over-production means
low prices, and competition means
over-production.
Go into any or every seed house in
the country and inquire about trade.
The reply will be, "We are selling seeds
enough— more than ever before — but
there is no money in it; prices are so
low and expenses so great that the
margin of profit is very, very narrow
indeed." All admit this; all regret it;
all say, "When will the end come?"
And there is no answer. But there is
one thing as certain as the rising and
setting of the sun, viz.: The dealer in
seeds will not get a higher price for his
stocks until he asks for it. Constant
cutting of prices, either because of
over-production, or as a means to an
end— the end being the building up of
a profitaiMe trade-^is not in the line of
prosperous business; it is tearing down
rather than building up.
The question ' of the hour is. How
shall, or how 'ca:n, we make our busi-
ness more profitable? The first step
taken by business men of all denomina-
tions, in times of business depression,
is to reduce expenses, which is done
by cutting off all useless expenditures,
by reducing the number of employes,
and by lessening the wages of those
employed. The seed trade is doing this
very generally, and having done this the
next thought is. How can we get better
prices? The best and shortest way to
advance prices is to advance them.
And this is not so difficult a matter as
is generally supposed.
But where shall we commence; or
rather, how shall we commence? We
answer by saying imitate the methods
pursued by all other tradesmen; sep-
arate the conflicting interests, so that
each may be governed by the laws
adapted to its necessities. As we have
before said, there are three distinct
sections in all trades — the producer, the
wholesale and the retail dealers. While
their interests are mutual, so far as the
adv
of
the one very naturally conflicts with
the other; and herein lies the difficulty
of conducting the three in one. The
grower's business is, or should be, ex-
view, and could not find a sale for it,
consequently they must find new cus-
tomers or be ruined. This is one of the
perils of the seed trade.
The grower is not always wholly at
fault in this matter, particularly when
the jobber has an unbounded zeal to
do it all, and is not a seedsman in the
comprehensive sense of the term, goes
direct to the farmers and places his
contracts, in order to be able to offer
better inducements than his competi-
tor. Fortunately, this practice is lim-
ited to but few houses, and they have
not found it as profltable as expected.
Many in the retail trade have come
to the conclusion that the wholesale de-
partment of their business is not a pay-
ing one, which is but natural, when
competition has brought down prices
below a living profit; as it must do
where the expense attending it is as
great as it is in all large cities. More
than that, the wholesale department
weakens the retail by bringing down
prices, as many seeds are sold at a
discount that would and need not be
if there were no wholesale department.
There is no disputing the fact that
the "ft'holesaler finds it very easy to
clusively with the wholesale dealer, as
his should be with the retailer. His ex-
penses are very light, and, when grow-
ing under contract, he has little or no
risk, and can, with small profits, build
up a prosperous business. He places
his contracts with farmers, who lose
all, it there should be a loss, his only
risk being a negative one. In case of
failure of crop, he simply does not
make anything, and must live on the
savings of previous years.
But this class of men get enamored
with the spirit of trade; they are not
content to move along in this slow,
plodding way; that, while they are only
making from ten to fifteen per cent, on
their sales, those for whom they grow
are making from fifty to one hundred
per cent, gross profits; their palms itch
for a share of these — supposed great
profits. They do not count the cost of
selling or the loss arising from fail-
ures, and from kept-over stocks; and
they embark in trade; at first slowly,
simply offering surplus stocks; and not
unfrequently at less prices than they
had contracted to grow for their regu-
lar customers. This is because, when
they jn^fi taken a contract to grow a
thousand pounds, or a thousand bush-
els, they had grown double the quan-
tities, with the wholesaler's profit in
shade prices, rather than miss a sale.
He says he must do it to be in the
swim. The city merchant cannot do it
and compete with the country dealers,
whose expenses are not half as great.
On the other hand, the retail dealer has
every inducement to keep up prices;
he simply fixes them and maintains
them. His reputation once established,
the question of price is rarely raised.
Even the market gardener, the seeds-
man's best friend, because of the qual-
ity he buys, makes price a secondary
consideration; quality is first every
time and the price will not be ques-
tioned.
The private gardener and the florist
invariably run away from low prices;
they know the best is none too good,
and that it costs more, but they are
anxious to pay the price, rather than
incur a risk because of cheapness.
We find almost invariably that suc-
cess attends the retail dealers. Of
course, it is to be understood we mean
those who have a thorough knowledge
of the business, in contradistinction
from those who simply sell seeds—
those who do not and will not allow
trade discounts. These men have built
up a business on the foundation of
quality and remunerative prices. They
do not make as much display as some
others, but they have a clientage which
stands by them— the vicissitudes of
trade do not disturb them.
Sutton & Co., of Reading, England,
have one of the best regulated seed
houses in the world. This has ever
been a retail estabhshment, and its
success has been due to the fact that
high prices are the rewards for well
doing. Like Veitch, of London, they
have given to the trade dignity and
character; alike they are highly pros-
perous, and their trade is held intact
simply because they deserve it. It is
not cheap seeds or seeds sold cheaply,
but a reputation for the best quality
that is the seedsman's talisman. It is
not the man that sells the cheapest, but
the one who sells the highest, because
of reliability, that wins the prize in
every kind of business. But what has
caused the present depression? has to
be asked. Overproduction, we think,
one of the main troubles; but there are
others. Young America in the seed
trade has proved a serious element to
prosperity. He rushed headlong into
things; after securing a nucleus of
trade he grew ten times more than
sufticient to fill his orders. He became
overstocked and goes to B with his sur-
plus after filling A's orders, offering
some of the latter's novelties. He will
sell cheap— very cheap— his object is
to sell. If successful he goes in deeper
the next year, and so on, until he goes
under. Fortunate is the wholesaler if
he is not carried under with him.
Many of our old seed houses complain
bitterly of dull trade. But trade has
not been dull. Profits have been small,
but there has never been a year when
more vegetable seeds have been sold
and planted than the present year.
There is a very important fact bearing
on this question that has quite gener-
ally been overlooked; it is the fact of
there being ten times more men en-
gaged in the seed business than there
were ten years ago. Every little town
has its seedsman, and he is visited very
often by the traveling salesman, and
if but a pound of any given variety is
required to replenish stock, it is forth-
coming by mail. While many of the
old houses say truly trade has fallen
off, we can just as truly say trade has
not fallen off; but it is being done
through more hands; there are just as
many seeds sold— in fact, more — at the
same time are more men selling them.
We noticed a new phase in the seed
trade this season, which shows how
anxious some in the trade are to ex-
tend their business. On going through
a street in a village but a few miles out-
from New York, I was accosted by a
man— a florist in a small way— whom 1
had not seen for some years, and found
him a full-fledged seedsman. His place
was conspicuous for its large, high-
colored show cards of a well-known
firm. Upon inquiring as to the state
of trade he replied, "It is very good;
ve have done a good business this
pring and do not run any risk. We
ell on commission and our instruc-
ions are not to let any one undersell
This man said considerably more that
i-e will not repeat; but it is quite a
question whether the flrm that fur-
lished the signs and the seeds, after
he manner of the great bre%vers, will
not find they have built up a trade for
What is popularly known as the mail
trade has suffered badly the past two
years from the general business de-
pression, but more particularly the de-
pression in all agricultural industries.
The farmers' wives have not had the
money to gratify their taste for the
beautiful, therefore the trade in plants
and fiower seeds has been very light.
These people, too, to a great extent,
have not bought vegetable seeds, but
have planted such as they saved over
or obtained from the seed almshouse
at Washington.
Catalognes and Adverilaaments.
A great peril of the seed trade comes
from the methods employed in build-
ing it up. Superstructures of enor-
mous size and magnificent proportions
have been built upon weak foundations
—ads. that would put the literature of
romance to shame — and catalogues
more wonderful in description than the
thousand and one tales of the oriental
There is a vast amount of the sen-
sational in the craft— men who bait for
he credulous. They are constantly on
he outlook for novelties, the merits of
vhich are of but little importance.
The only question is, "Can it be pro-
duced cheaply, and will it sell?" There
June 12, 1897
The F=i-Orists' Exchmnge.
571
is so much said in these ads. that Is not
true that truth itself is not recognized;
and honest advertisers are suffering for
the sins of a few who are not. The re-
sults of these misleading ads. have
been so disappointing that many, very
many purchasers, have become dis-
gusted with all ads. and do not read
any of them.
The so-called Free Seed Distribution
is a peril to the seed trade, but there is
a more dangerous one, viz.: The de-
partment store seed traae. which is
now an extensive one. But few are
aware of the qualities of seeds and
bulbs sold by these stores.
One of them bought, last year, as
follows: 75,000 packets flower seeds,
10.000 packets vegetable seeds, 20,000
packets gladiolus, 15,000 packets can-
nas, 10,000 tuberoses.
Those seeds were retailed at less than
one-fifth of the regular retail rates, as
well they might, when bought at five
dollars per thousand packets.
Of course, the dealer who supplies
these stores makes some money, but
how is the retailer afl^ected? While one
seedsman makes money by the opera-
tion, the retailers are great losers. The
same rule applies here, as with the
government seed store, and the man
that makes the money has the same
plea: "Am I my brother's keeper?"
-Id. The
id layou
The James Dean Auction Sale.
With this week has closed the busi-
ness of an establishment of a grower
whose name and fame is known to all
men in the craft. Auction sales are of
common occurrence and proceed from
a multiplicity of causes. It is reserved
mainly to the florist business — which
enjoys somewhat of a monopoly in this
line— that forced sales arise often from
the march of improvement rendering
land originally purchased tor a moder-
ate figure in the outskirts of village,
town or city, valuable as building lots
or needed by the corporation. In Mr.
Dean's case his property has been
taken almost entirely by the Borough
of Brooklyn, it being directly in the
route of the great boulevard, which,
when completed, will enable one to
drive over grand roadways and through
delightfully diversified scenery, from
Coney Island, along the shoreway of
the Outer and Inner Bays of New York,
through Prospect Park, to the farthest
ends of Long Island.
S. A. F. Convention.
William E. Chappell, of Providence,
R. I., who has been appointed super-
intendent and manager of the trade ex-
hibit has completed the planning of the
hall and has already disposed of a con-
siderable porti.iii ,.1 til- space. The
present indicaU..ns ai. ilial the display
will be one of ilii>
accompanying p'a
cellent idea of tin
the hall.
Music Hall, wherein the exhibition is
to be held, is one of the largest and
best halls in the city for the purpose
proposed, and has man>' .^prcial ad-
vantages over other halls that U-.l tn its
selection by the committii-. It is n-n-
trally located on the s..iitli shI.- of
Westminster Street, the luiniipal Imsi-
ness thoroughfare, within five minutes'
easy walking distance from the depot
and the principal hotels, while two
blocks from its door passes every elec-
tric car route in the city and to the
suburbs, except two. While more than
a mile and a half from the New York.
Baltimore and Philadelphia steamers,
it is as near as any other available hall,
these docks being at the extreme end
of the city, away from the business
Entrance to the hall is by a broad
stairway of easy ascent into a wide
lobby, from which four large doors
open directly into the spacious hall.
This is practically square, well lighted
and provided with ample fire escapes.
The convention meetings will be held
in the hall above the exhibit.
W. H. MASON.
Obituary.
Richard Vincent.
Richard Vincent died on June 7. at
Ocean City, Mich., in his 79th year.
Mr. Vmcent, who lived in Baltimore,
about a month ago. went to Michigan,
thinking it would benefit his health.
He had for several years been suffering
from an affection of the heart.
Mr. Vincent was a native of England,
coming to this country in 1856. He
went to work as manager for Matho
Donadi, of Astoria. L. I., from there to
Maryland, taking charge of the nur-
sery and greenhouses of Richard Crom-
well, Jr., in Anne Arundel County.
He left there about twenty-five years
ago to enter the florist business for
himself in Baltimore. Mr. Vincent
leaves a widow, three daughters and
two sons; the sons are Richard Vin-
cent. Jr.. of White Marsh, and Thomas
Vincent, of Baltimore; both are en-
gaged in the florist business.
Robert Williams.
Robert Williams.the well-known market-
gardener and florist, died at his home at
Batavia, N. Y., Thursday, June 3, of heart
disease, aged S3 years. He was born on
,Tune 7, 1815, at Denbeigh, North Wales,
and came to Batavia in 1S4!). He had been
in ill health for about two months.
The Palms.
It is somewhat refreshing, after
the long siege of slow sales and low
prices of this stock, to be able to re-
port a really first-class sale, Kentia
Belmoreana sold briskly at top-notch
prices, other palms following closely.
Among buyers of this stock were L.
Seton, Astoria; J. Bader. Pittsburg;
Robert Craig and John Wescott, of
Philadelphia; the Boole Floral Co..
Ithaca; J. H. Troy, of the Rosary; G.
Stumpp, Alex McConnell and Charles
Dards. of New York; C, H. Sutton, o)
Babylon; J. M. Keller, Bay Ridge, and
W. Griffin, of Lenox.
jse stock sold out
well, including ferns, ficus, caladiums,
azaleas, etc. Two plants of Nephio-
lepis Bostoniensis were knocked dow n
to J. Lovelace, of Lenox, for $12 50 each
Julius Roehrs, Carlton Hill was aHo
a buyer of this fern in smallei sizes
Other buyers for the first-named lists
were H. G. Eyres, of Albany Namm ot
N. J.; J. H. Zschorna. Brooklyn; Mr.
Stewart. Tuxedo Park; S. C. Nash. Clif-
ton. N. J.; F. C. Gobel, Verona, N. J,;
J. Spaulding, John Scott, Brooklyn;
McGovern, G. Matthews, Hoffmann.
Walden, N. Y.; D. Clark. New York;
A. D. Rose and John Nicol, of Jersey
City; C. Besold, Mineola, L. I. Besides
the above every grower of importance
or his representative from the various
Boroughs of Greater New York was
present, together with many others
from out-of-town, whose names we
were unable to obtain.
G. L. White, one of the veterans of
the business, who established himself
in Brooklyn in the year 1841, was an
interested onlooker.
We present herewith a
which, we have no doubt, a
by those to whom he was ki
The Late Robert Douglas.
reproduction of one of Mr. Douglas' latest photographs
ill be welcomed by all who knew him personally, as well as
)wn from reputation.
The first day's sale— Wednesday.
June 3- was started on the third ot a
series of remarkably rainy days, but
the downpour, the chilly atmosphere
and all the weather discomforts were
without effect on the attendance, which
was large and representative and en-
thusiastic; and the esteem in which
Mr. Dean is held as a grower was best
attested by the fact that the Brooklyn
contingent were among the heaviest
The stock offered was all of it in the
pink of perfection, clean, healthy and
robust, and many were the surmises as
to why and how the stock grown here
exhibited such rapid growth and grand
vitality. After giving all due credit to
Mr. Dean's skill, it was acknowledged
that the locality was much of a factor
so far as rapid growth was concerned,
the place lying in a hollow which gives
it considerable protection from the wind
on three sides, and lying well open to
the genial influences of old Sol— when
he shows himself.
At 10:30 on Wednesday morning the
packing shed ot the old landmark was
crowded with over a hundred buyers,
for the inclement weather had ruled
out the idler and curiosity seeker. A
few minutes later the auctioneer. Mr.
William Elliott, opened the sale with
the contents of house No. 1, the first
stock offered being lycopodiums, and
the first purchasers. Messrs. Sutton &
Schlegel. Thereafter the sale proceeded
with rapidity, being marked by some
heavy individual purchases.
:id H.
Mo
Orchids.
The bulk of the mixed plants,
such as Cattleyas, etc., went to Plain-
field, N. J., L. Borsnum being the
buyer; others to Lenox. The entire
batch of Cypripedium insigne was pur-
chased by Dailledouze Bros., the 312
pieces realizing close over $900. Arau-
carias and Pandanus brought out some
lively bidding. M. Keenan, of Brook-
lyn; L. Hart, of New York, and J. H.
Troy being among the largest pur-
chasers.
Cannas
were offered in quantities, but
buyers were soon satisfied, and prices
fell very low, averaging from $2 to $6
per 100. Austria, however, averaged
from $5 to $10 and Italia $20 per 100.
G. Atkinson, of Orange, was the largest
buyer.
Oreenhousi- Structures.
These went at prices varying from
$15 to $50 each. The buyers were
Messrs. Kempfer, Kalfur. Zeiner. Wei-
mar. Lenker. Mellis. Zeller. Shanle>
and Kierschner. Boilers varied in sell-
ing price from $1 to $15.
Visitors at the Sale.
At the sale, many of whom were
purchasers to some extent, were J. Mc-
Donough, Newark, N. J.; H. C. Stein-
koff. West Hoboken, N. J.; T. J. Totten,
Saratoga, N. Y.; W. C. Eger. Schenec-
tady. N. Y.; J. C. Williams, Montclair,
SanTHEMUMs.
those houses in which you desire to
raise cut flowers. Everything in them
in the way of plants must be removed;
then give the houses a thorough clean-
ing, carefully sweeping off the benches.
All rubbish accumulations of the past
winter must be removed, and in case
floors or walks show a areen sour
lay on a coat ..f . i. m max-l. leveling
it neatly off. fiel- 1 tli. li. 11. lies I pre-
fer coarse gravel, as it takes up surplus
water freely. Coal ashes make a good
substitute.
Examine your benches. Should any
of them need renewing and strengthen-
ing this is the time to do it. and be
careful to see that you have one inch
of open space between each board,
while, if your benches should be solid,
go to work and drill holes through
them, say at leasi .\.i> -ix inches-
still closer will i : ■ r so that
nothing will im 1 . m a proper
drainage, whieh , ., , iiue. espe-
cially at the lati' 1 - i;.! "I Hie season,
as plants in bleoin will not stand too
much moisture at the roots.
Some growers set up side-boards and
use old bench lumber for a false bot-
tom, laid flat on the ground; . others
plant in open border in the house; the
first way is the better of the two, but
neither method will come up to bench
culture, the blooms on the latter al-
ways being of better finish and firmer
build.
After my benches are ready I give
them a stiff lime wash, if productive of
nothing else it pays well through the
saving of lumber and keeps the soil
sweet during the season.
First plant the side benches; be cer-
tain to have four feet of head room
above ^■nl -iiil ei Hie blooms will not
reach til- l ;,. :. : haxe the free circu-
lation el III I aiy; if they come
too cles. le lie ui.e-s thcy are apt to
suffer lieiii a.iiuijuess. a serious detri-
ment to the production of fine flowers.
Cut up your soil well, yet not too fine,
mix in charcoal dust and bone dust, as
stated in a former letter, and place on
the benches the way it comes. Should
it sift through the open spaces cover
these with rougher pieces, or with a
little sod grass or anything at hand in
that line; level off even with your
sides, which, with me are five inches
deep. After planting and watering this
will sink to not much over four inches,
leaving ample room for a good top
dressing later in the season. My
benches are lined with six-inch lumber,
one inch of which is used in nailing
them to the bottoms, thus leaving me
five inches clear.
For my side benches I select only low-
growing vai'ieties. such as Mme. F.
Bergmann. Ivory. Pink Ivory. Fred
Walz and Minerva, none of which grow
over three feet high. I select of these
varieties if possible, well-established
plants in three-inch pots, and the
plants are set nine inches each way, or
a distance equivalent to that. .Ml side
benches should be plantea le iin 1 ,ih
of June, as they will 1
in which to make sutliei I I . 1 in
taller growing plants n
later. THUu. in". 1-.
572
The Plorists' Exchange.
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Halesia tetraptera.
Decorative Value of Flowering
Shrubs.
During the past spring tliere has been
a very noticeable increase in the use
of all kinds of flowering shrubs, in
choice and large decorations, especially
in New York City; and suburban towns
have been following suit. The average
run of city and -country decorators, up
to the present time, have seemingly
overlooked the decorative value of this
class of stock; but now fashion and
popular taste demand that they give
it attention.
Society happenings during the win-
ter months have had their gorgeous
decorations of roses and carnations, so
much so that when spring came people
tired of these flowers and selected for
decorations at this time invariably
spring blossoms. Thus has the fashion
been created and some charming effects
have been the result.
In New York City the past spring,
and even now in June, so far, the large
decorations consist mostly of outdoor
flowering shrubs, or as fashion is
pleased to name them, "spring flowers."
At a wedding decoration a short time
ago three large rooms and the entrance
hall were absolutely covered with Cor-
nii« lloiiila, apple blossoms, Malus com-
niiiiii- M ''ii ii.unda, Spirea prunifolia,
l'\ ' ,1, I'tc. Three truck loads
'■r ' iiUlized, and it is said
lli^H HI I NMis more than if roses
had 1..M n usicl: so the selection of these
flowers was not a question of expense.
The sprays of blossoms were hung on
the walls by the use of ordinary picture
hanging hooks and wires attached to
the headings. The bride carried orange
blossoms and gai'denias.
At a more recent wedding thousands
of snowballs were used— Viburnum op-
ulus and V. plicatum.
A dinner decoration was executed re-
cently where the tables were arranged
to form a hollow square. The guests,
seated only on one side of the tables,
looked into a bank of 22x50 feet of
spring flowers, rising from the floor
between the tables.
Not only have flowering shrubs en-
tered largely into dinner and wedding
decorations this season, but they have
also found a place in funeral work, it
having become common practice to fill
the body of large crosses and broken
columns with Viburnum plicatum.
Other designs have also been noticed
in which the above and other flowers
of a like nature have been used.
Our illustrations show flowering
branches of four of the most useful and
popular shrubs of this season. Perhaps
first of all can be mentioned the apple
blossom— P. communis. The double
white apple possesses very considerable
merit, its large white flowers rendering
the sprays available for almost any
kind of work. P. M. coronarium is a
large double pink of great beauty. P.
M. floribunda is a single pink flower,
rather smaller than the two first
named, but owing to its great fiorifer-
ousness and compact habit it is of
great value to the decorator. But in
P. M. Parkmani we have perhaps the
gem of the genus, its vivid pink, good
habit and great keeping qualities all
contributing to make it one of the
grandest spring flowering shrubs.
Halesia tetraptera, commonly called
Snowdrop tree, is well described by its
common name, flowering, as it does,
like so many large snowdrop blooms,
regularly distributed over all the
branches.
Cornus florida has been largely in-
troduced into wall decorations this sea-
son, the subject of our illustration, its
var. rubra, makes a pleasing change
from the white.
Azalea amcena ranks easily among
the grandest of hardy azaleas, and is
becoming more popular every season.
Its keeping qualities, when cut tor dec-
oration, are remarkable, remaining, if
in water, in good condition one week.
The American Toad.
The toad has been \^ry appropriately
named the " gardener's friend ; " and while
many gardeners are cognizant of the aid he
renders in the extermination of noxious
insects, but few are aware of the extent of
his voraciousness in this direction. A siost
interesting bulletin (No. 46 of the Hatch
Experiment Station of the Massachusetts
Agricultural College at Amherst, ISIass.,)
prepared by P ofessor A. H. Kirkland,
assistant entomologist to the Gypsy Moth
committee, has just been issued, in which
tbe habits, food and economic value of this
batrachian are treated upon.
Particular attention has been given to
the nature of the food of the toad ; and
an examination made of the contents of
the stomachs ot several revealed the fact,
that though the animal does devour
some insects that are useful to man, this
(lepre lation is greatly offset by the number
and variety uf those that are h rmful to
vegetation, ot which the toad also makes a
meal. The following summary shows the
toad's predilection in the matter of diet :
Of the beneficial insects (1) it destioys
carabid beetles, insects of a highly bene-
ficial character ; (2) it devours a occasional
ichneumon fly and "lady bird " ; (3; it
feeds to a small extent on spiders, gener-
ally considered to be valuable as insect
destroyers ; (4) it devours carrion beetles,
insects indirectly helpful to man.
Of injurious iusects(l)it feedson worms,
snails and sow bugs, common greenhouse
pests; (2) it devours a large number of
myriapods which damage greenhouse and
garden plants ; (3) it feeds to some extent
on grasshoppers and crickets ; (4) it
destroys large quantities of ants, insects
often injurious and usually obnoxious ;
(51 it consumes a consideracle quantity ot
May beetles, rose chafers, " click beetles,"
potato beetles, cucumber beetles and wee-
vils, all more or less injurious to crops of
various kinds ; i6) it feeds on tent cater-
pillars, gypsy moths and other fruit tree
pests, and (7) it is a prime destroyer of
cut worms and army worms, common
pests which often cause great damage.
To recapitulate, eleven per cent, ot the
toad's food is composed of insects and
spiders beneficial or indirectly helpful to
man ; eighty per cent, of insects and other
animals directly injurious to cultivated
crops or in other ways obnoxious to man.
Further comment upon the valuable ser-
vices of the toad would seem unnecessary.
As demonstrating the variety and quan-
tity of food elements found in the stomach
of a toad which was killed at 9. p m. on
May 11, 1896, the following is interesting.
In the stomach's contents were recognized:
Nine ants (Camponotus pennsylvanicus) ;
five myriapods (.Julus sp ?);
six sow bugs (Porcellio sp h: one weevil
(Hylobius pales); one carabid beetle (Ptero-
stichus sp ?).
In twenty four hours the toad consumes
an amount ot food equal to that required
to fill the stomach four times. A toad
feeding at this rate upon the same kinds ot
food and in the same proportions as in the
case cited, would devour in the three
months of May, June and July the follow-
ing quantities of food : 3312 ants, 2208 cut
worms, 1840 myriapods, 22U8 sow bugs, 368
weevils and 368 carabids. Or in other
words, in the three months a toad would
consume 368 beneficial in.-eits and 9936
injurious insects, myriapods. etc.
To properly estimatethe financial equiva-
lent of the damage and annoyance that
might be caused by these insects would be
a difficult and unsatisfactory task, since
data for the calculation must be of an
arbitrary nature. If we confine our atte -
tion to 'but one element of the food, the
resnlts. If we assume that ten per cent, of
these insects, , eaten by a toad feeding
under the given conditions, would have
been killed by the carabid beetle which
the toad also devours, we still have the
destruction of 1988 cutworms to place to
the toad's credit. If the damage the cut
worms would have caused be estimated at
one cent per worm, a figure which gar-
deners and tobacco growers will probably
consider ridiculously low, we find that in
one season a toad might destroy cutworms
which otherwise would have damaged crops
to the extent of S19.88.
Gardeners and greenhouse owners may
make this animal of especial value. Every
gardener should aim to keep a colony of
toads among his growing crops, and the
practice of collecting and transferring them
to the gardens is a commendable one.
While the sense of locality is strong in this
batrachian and it will often return over
considerable distances to its original
haunts, yet it may be induced to remain in
new quarters if there is a sufiicient food
supply. Many provide toads with artificial
with a bit of board or fiat
places toads will often remain for many
days, sallying forth at night to seek food.
In greenhouses the toad may be made of
particular value as a destroyer of snails,
sow bugs, myriapods, cutworms and
weevils. According to Dr. Ritzema Bos,
"in the research garden attached to the
Rouen entomological laboratory, the snails
were entirely exterminated in 1891 as a
result of introducing 100 toads and ninety
frogs." In a greenhouse at Maiden, Massa-
chusetts, a number of valuable orchids
were nearly ruined through the attacks of
myriapods and sow bugs. The gardener
introduced a number ot toads, and in a
few weeks the pests had nearly disappeared
and all damage from that source ceased.
A common pest in rosehouses and one that
Chrysantherhum Mrs. E. G. Hill.
The Berno Floral Co., of Mansfield,
Ohio, writes us as follows:
"We have been cutting Mrs. E. G.
Hill chrysanthemum since January 1
from plants we had cut back last fall
tor stock. The blooms are very fine
and measure from 7 to S inches in
diameter. We sold a lull dnzen flowers
The Garden ot Lote.
They were talking of figures ot
"Have you ever noticed," said one,
"how fond people are of vegetable meta-
phors when they are dealing with a
woman? Her cheeks are 'roses;' her
lips are 'cherry;' her hands are always
'lily hands;' her mouth is a 'rose bud:'
her complexion is like a 'peach.' and
her breath is 'fragrant of honey-
suckle.' "
"You have forgotten one," said the
"What's that?"
"Her tongue. It is a scarlet runner."
— Pick-me-up.
The I=i-orists* Exchknge.
573
BOSES.
's increasing in spread and damage, is
Fuller's rose beetle (Aramigus Fulleri).
M hile this species has never been identified
in the stomaclis examined, vet from the
common occurrence of other weevils in the
stomachs there can be no doubt but that
toads confined in rosehouses would render
material aid in destroying this insect. It
would be necessary to jar the beetles irom
the bushes at intervals when the toads
would doubtless devour the greater part of
the weevils falling to the ground.
The bulletin is profusely illustrated,
showing specimens of the insects upon
which ttie toad delights to feed.
nsiffisTolEiiBir
Insertion will be given In thU column
to all comTnunicalions free from animus;
out the opinions expressed do not neces
sarily reflect our own .
The Tulip Disease.
At the tulip conference held in Lon-
don, England, recently, E. Krelage, of
Holland, stated that the tulip disease
(a fungus) was now undergoing inves-
tigation by a committee of experts, but
a definite conclusion had not been ar-
rived at yet. They had found, how-
ever, that the disease was confined to
particular areas, and had attributed
it to exhaustion of the soil in those
parts, calcium being the lacking ele-
ment of plant food.
Blue Poiat, N. Y.
George T. Schuneman, the violet spe-
cialist, sails for Europe on S. S. Patria
tn-day (June 12). He will attend the
Hamburg exhibition and
principal cities, returning in alunjt eigh
Watering.
Success in growing roses depends In
a great measure on how they are wa-
tered. Although I have watered plants
for more than twenty years, almost
daily, my conviction is that I still have
much to learn about the work. This
may seem a strange statement to
those who water a plant indiscrimi-
nately, or on a Saturday, if it be wet
or dry, give it a dose in the afternoon
to tide it over Sunday.
Roses, when overwatered, most gen-
erally show it by a soft growth with
yellow, mottled foliage, and when not
enough water has been given them they
assume a grayish color, with small
foliage and corresponding thickness of
It is not a hard matter to keep be-
tween these bounds, however, but how
iiiu. h water should be given to derive
111. i.i St results from the different va-
lii lis is where the art comes in; and
ii is Miily by exercising the utmost care
it. We should always have an object
in view in regard to watering, its ben-
eficial or detrimental results— not to-
day, but in the future. Going to nature
we find roses growing in the open
ground very luxuriantly, when tlie sea-
son has been favurabl.- to them. True
outside conditions are far from those
which we can maintain with impunity
inside, still, much can be learned there-
from. I believe there are as many
roses not brought to their fullest per-
fection by insufficient watering, as
there are others injured by overwater-
ing. As our soils differ very materially
as regards evaporation, the best course
to pursue is to make careful trials, al-
lowing a part of a bench to get on the
dry side, then giving it a thorough wa-
tering, keeping another part moist all
the time, and so on. This can be done
on a small scale and the best method
will manifest itself in a very short
time.
With me such varieties as Niphetos,
Gontier and Meteor will take quantities
of water that have proved harmful to
Morgan and the Mermet family.
Sun-scald or scorching of the tender
foliage in summer (providing the glass
is of good quality), is often the result
of improper watering. On dull days,
although the temper
water should be used sparingly; as
when the plants are growing very fast,
if the air becomes charged with too
much moisture and the plants are a
little on the wet side at the root, they
quickly become too soft to endure the
scorching sun when it pops out again.
For wntf-ring tb" Vifds before the soil
liiis s.. til. Ml .\..y,\\ iiniilv, 11 .■.lavsH rose,
Hiih ilr s-i. •■, i-iiii ..|- ;. li"Si. .-..upllng
washing down of the surface soil.
Syringing plays a very important part
also; how, when and where to do it
and why is what we should all strive
to make
of.
I nevi I 111. : ii!i4 roses, except
during I'l hlj in,., i . n- a week or so.
Now, with 111. nil. h.iis.s that we have
to-day, built lui iiglu, etc., during the
months of June, July and August, the
hose must be freely used on all bright
days if we want to get that large,
leathery foliage which is disease-re-
sisting.
We must take into consideration the
immense amount of evaporation that is
going on through the foliage during
bright sunshine. We often see the
shoots drooping during a hot sun; this
is the cause of the foliage giving oft
more moisture than the roots take up
to sustain the strength of the plant at
the same time; hence the necessity of
spraying the plants overhead tour or
five times during the day, at the same
time wetting down the walks and sides
of tables. By so doing the extra quan-
tity of moisture needed is supplied, and,
instead of the plants becoming hard,
with small foliage and thin, wiry wood,
as would otherwise be the case, it al-
lows the absorption by the roots to be
utilized in building up a strong plant.
One of the worst enemies of a rose
house is red spider; its best preventive
is a sharp, fine spray directed upwards
from underneath the foliage. If prop-
erly done the first syringing in the
morning will be sufficient to prevent
the spider putting In an appearance.
The inside rows and corners of the
houses should be carefully watched for
this pest. If once it gets a start it very
rapidly infests all the plants in the
house. By keeping our plants perfectly
free from spider during summer, when
the dull days come in the fall it will
be found a great help to us when we
are carefully guarding against black
spot and other kindred diseases by not
havinir to syringe. For syringing I find
the Boss nozzle to be the most practic-
,ible. as any force and fineness of spray
can be maintained by turning the key.
s used thumb or finger
he is unknown. H. H.
Aquat,
ics.
Eiiitiir Florials' Exchange:
The discussion between the two gen-
tlemen, Messrs. Oliver and Tricker,
upon the suliject of aquatics is, to say
the least, interesting if not edifying:
for while both tell us much we do not
know, there is considerable that th>'
awake. If it is il
Oliver to 1 si
aquatics it is ;i In n.
perhaps, be as sn....ssliii ;is was tne
free advertising so lately given the
Boston fern. Mr. Tricker certainly has
had considerable commercial experi-
ence and his opinion, from a commer-
cial standpoint, is of value. It is un-
fortunate that in such instances as
this inkslinging of a personal
should be indulged in.
lUon of
ind will.
cially when
each
not altognth..]. iH.lil.. niiisi 1..- indulged
in, to the detriment of the subject in
dispute, and the use of which may
cause younger readers to often ques-
tion whether one grows wiser as one
grows older. Let a more harmonious
feeling prevail— the reverse is alto-
gether out of keeping with the profes-
sion; we are looking for information
and eagerly welcome the expression of
mature experience. M.
P. M. floribunda.
574
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Entered at New York Poat Office as Second Class Matter
Published EVERY SATURDAY by
A. T, OELANIMPTGJIIDPUB. CO. LTO.,
2, 4, 6, 8 Duane St., New York.
P. 0. Box, 1697. Telephone 2161 CortUndt
The Cook Bill to Regulate the
Sale of Imported Seeds.
This matter was discussed by the Seed
Trade Association, at its meeting held
in Washington this week. From the
remarks of Mr. Hicks, of the Pure Seed
Investigation, Department of Agriculture,
as given herewith, it is evident that the
proposed bill, in its entirety, does not re-
ceive the endorsement of the Department.
Mr. Hicks also explained that he was not
the author of the bill.
the association ordered the appoint-
ment of a committee to formulate rules
tor seed testing which have been pub-
lished for the guidance of the sta-
REOISTERBD CABLE ADDRESS On Wednesday morning
(Cooimercial Gable) Florex, New York. Hicks appeared before the
and narrated at some length the work
SUBSCRIPTIONS- being done by the Pure Seed Investiga-
Sl.OO per year to United states, Canada and l'°'\ division at Washington, stating
Mexico. »3.00 per year to foreign coun- that a number of the leading seedsmen
tries ni poatal union. Payable in advance. and farmers of the country had en-
New subscriptions will commence with the dorsed the necessity of such an inves-
arst number after receipt unless otherwise tigation and the efforts that were being
wheTwanted" °""°''^"'^ '='"' ^^ supplied p^ ^^^^-^ ^y the department, with a
The'date oTaddress label shows when the sub- y'ew t° obtaiiiing pure seeds in Amer-
scription expires and is the subscriber's ica. Mr. Hicks cited many instances
receipt. No other receipt is sent. where seed had been adulterated, or
mixed, and pointed out the great draw-
ADVERTiSEMENTS- back such a condition of affairs was to
Copy must reach this office nut later than agriculture. Of course, he viewed the
Thursday in order to secure insertion in issue subject from the standpoint of the far-
of the following Saturday. raer. He considered the term "seeds-
Rate, Sl.uo per Inch. Special positions man" was applicable to all who sold
extra. Discounts on contracts of one month seeds, whether at the grocery, drug or
"ord'ereVrom unknown parties must be accom- hardware store. He was of opinion
panied by cash or satlstaotory references. S^at harm was done m mixing seeds
. by those who were not reputable seeds-
p , , men; he believed the honest seedsmen
SubSCnbePS of the country were as eager as the
Shouldgivenoticetothepubllshersatthe IZTS.Z^.^.'^lTZl tV\%' ^^^
end of their time if they do not wish to efforts were bent in that direction.
continue taking paper, otherwise It is con- The speaker then referred to the con-
tinued and payment expected. r''°"°".SM'''^r.°^P^Tj-,'?'^'^V°^ M"*""';
\_ ture with the Cook Bill. The author of
' that bill had approached the secretary
Contents with a number of letters from farmers
asking him (Mr. Cook) to introduce a
American Seed Trade Association . 667 bill into Congress which would compel
Auction Sale-The James Dean . . 671 seedsmen to sell seeds which would
Births Marriages Deaths . 675 grow. The secretary referred him to
Births, Marriages, deaths . . ott> ^^_ ^.^^^^ ^.^^ instructions to the lat-
BD8Y MAN "'* ter gentleman to give Mr. Cook free
Carnations : access to all data on the subject in the
K urate or soaa ooo possession of the Department, which
Changes in Business 575 ^^^^ ^^^^^ j^^ Cook was asked to sub-
Chrysanthemuu Mrs. E. G. Hill . . 672 ^jj ^ copy of his. bill, after it had been
Cook Bill to Regulate the Sale of drafted, to the Department for any
Imported Seeds 674 criticism they might have to offer; and
Correspondence: it was also suggested to him that he
Aquatics 573 gg^g copies of his proposed bill to a few
Cut Flower Prices 683 of the leading seedsmen of the country
Drainage, A Word on 580 in order to get their ideas, which were
Experiment Station Bulletins . . 574 considered of prime importance in
FloweringShrubs— Decorative Value drafting a bill of this kind. This was
OF le, mixed
Geranium, Double Gr
1 25 10 00
2J4 inch pots 3 (
Petunia, double, 3V4 inch pots 5 (
Coleus, best varieties, 2!.4 inch pots 2C
Latania Bortionica, 2^ i
nch pots
;h,75 cents to $1.00 each.
Kentla Belnioreana, 2!4 inch pots
Areca Lutesceus, 3 plants, 2M inch pots
JOHN SCOTT, KEAP STREET GREENHOUSES, BBOOKLKII. N. I
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Retiring from Business!
MICHEL PLANT AND BULB CO.
Plants, Wagons, Horses,
EVERYTHING MUST BE SOLD
BEFORE JULY 1st, 1897.
DOX^T MISS THE BARGAINS.
All plants at the Greenhouses at Magnolia and Tower Grove Avenues,
have been marked down to ridiculously low prices in order to sell at once.
Everything offered at about half price. COME AT ONCE and secure first
selection.
All plants, etc., not sold at private sale before June 23d, will be offered
at AUCTION on June 23tl and 24tli, 1897, beginning at lO o'clock
A. M. each day. Positively no limit or reserve.
Send for Catalogue of Stock on Hand.
ADDRESS E. H. MICHEL, Sec'y,
1620 Olive Street, - - ST. LOUIS, Mo.
BEDDING PLANTS.
9z,oo per loo.
Coleus, Golden Bedder, Red VerschaCfeltii
and Fire Brand. Agreratutn, blue, 3 inch
pots. Golden Keverfe-w.
J. & -W. LEACH,
Cor. DeBoise& Ditmars Aves. L.I. City, N.Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
GODFRBY ASCHMAMN,
Wholesale grower of Bedding Plants,
1012 OnlirloSt., EislngSun, - - PHILAIELPHU, PA.
CUT PRICES FOR JUNE.
Qeraniums in 4 In. pots, all kinds mixed. In buds :
Scarlet Sage, out of i In. pots. J5.00 per 100: Calen-
dulas, out of 4 In. pots. »4.(I0 per 100; fine Heliotropes,
out of 4 m. pots. »1.00 per 100; White Candjtutt. 13 In
A Dnt>. 1 tn. Dots, tj.no ner 100: Beeonta Vernon, t nt
»5.00
The tollowir
benas, finest strain in market, in
100; Phlox Drummondii, f 2.60 per li
mottled and striped. J2 50 per 100; Sweet .
Little Gem 12.50 perlCO.
Green and Red Alternantheras. »4 In. p
per 100; Tagetos, »2.50 per 100; also Moon V
pots, 110.00 per 100.
We also have the finest prepared Sheep [
at 125.00 per 100 lbs.; 'A ton BI ton prices.
Cliryi4 inch pota tl Oil
Clirysantlienintns, tine assorlment, 214 inch pota 4 00
Krutescena Halleni A urea, 2)^ inch pots « 00
Cyclamen Kiganteum, to color. 2mnch pots 8 00
(llganteum. to color, 4 inch pots 10 00
Persicum, from flats, strong 3 00
The above are from the very finest strain of red procurable.
•■ r 100
Geranlutus, assorted, 4 inch pots
Ivy, 4 inch pots
Kose, 3 inch pots
Rose, 2H Inch pots
Mme. Salleroi, 2Hinch pots
German Ivy, strong, 2V2 inch pots
Grevillea robusta, 4 inch pots
Honeysuckle, gulden leaved, 4 inch pots
Maranta, oi-cclor, strong, 2^ inch pots
Mnsa Knsete, large plants, 12 inch pots, $2 00 exch ; r> to 8
pots, 50 cts. to 76 ots. each. The above are strong plants,
been carried over cool, are now making a strong growth
will make specimen plants this season.
orted,2)^ inch pots $3 50 Strobilantlies Dyerlanus, 214 inch
ortfd, 3 inch pots 4 00 Swalnsona galesl folia rosea, 2K inch
TRADE I.ISX FREE ON APPLICATION.
Cash with order from unknown customers or C. O. D. Orders amounting to I5.00 and over; F. O. B., N. Y. City.
SEAWANHAKA GREENHOUSES
OYSTER BAY,
QUEENS CO., N.Y.
JAS. C. CLARK, Supt.
WM. L. SWAN, Prop.
RASlRAIIi UeMoiiia Vernun, pink, red and while;
DHnUAin Geraniums, mixed; Salvia splendens,
Cobaia scandens, Heliotrope, Canna roDustii. Above
are extra strong plants, out of 4 In. pots *1 per ICO.
Coleus. Golden Bedderand njixed.2i.«;andH^in.,tl 50
and|;3.25perl00. Wni.Herzos, Littleton, N.J.
20,000 WELL -GROWN BEDDING PLANTS.
4 inch, red Salvias, white and yellow Marguerites.
Fuchsias, double Petunias. Feverfew and Hello-
trope, 17.00 per 100 3^ inch Carnations, for Summer
bloumlng. teoOperluu. 3 inch Peiiwinkle. var. and
green, »6 00 per 100. 3 Ir eh Geraniums. Anthemls,
$5"Mpe?m 2!|lnch VerbenL. Pjret'hrum atSeum!
Heholrope. t2 50 per 100. Aslers. in separate colors,
Semple's Branching, 75 cts. per 100, and improved
Rise Victoria. 50 cts. per 100. Zinnias, double mixed,
50 cts. per 100. Terms cash. HUGO BOOK,
lU.5i Maia Street, Worcester, Mass.
COLEUS
FINE STOCKY PLANTS IN VARIETY.
$1 50 per 100
12 00 per 1000
GEO. I.. MILI^ER, Newark, O.
CASH WITH ORDER.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ALTERNANTHERAS
LAST CALL.
A fine stock of large strong plants yet.
P. Major, red, t2.50al00; »20.00alOCO. A. Nana,
yellow. R. Nana, pink, »2.00aI00; $18.00 a lOOO.
A.J. BALDWIN, Newark, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ROOTED CUTTINGS.
Chrysanthemams, new and standard named
sons, »1.;'>0 per 100; »10.00 per 1000.
€aiina. Florence Vanahan, from 4 Inch pots,
(4 00 per 100.
Roses, Bridesmaid, per 100, t2 00; per 1000,
»lS.00,2).j Inch pots.
Railroad Ave. and HIM St., BROOKLYN, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
HIBISCUS
Twelve varieties, $2.25 per 100 ; $25,00
per 1000. By mail, 35c. per 100 additional.
TERMS CASH WITH ORDBR.
R.H.MURPHEY,Urbana,Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SURPLUS STOCK
IN A1 CONDITION.
Per 100 Per 1000
Geraniums, best varieties, 4 in,... $6 00 $r>0 CO
Ivy and Rose, 4 in.... 6 no 50 00
Heliotrope, 4in 6 Oil SO 00
Vincamajorvar.,slrong,4in Kim 70011
6 in 12 00
Verbena, 3 In, $3,00; 4 in BOO 50 00
Coleus, Petunias, Thnnbeigias,
Onphieas, Alyssuius. Aeera-
tumsand Rttalnsnnaallia, 3iil. 3 10 2.-100
Aiternanthera, green and led.,.. 2 50 2u i 0
Passion Vines, s'rong 8 00
Moon Vines, strong. Sin., $.5.00:
4in.. $10 00: 5in 16 00
CASH WITH ORDER.
G.E.MERTZ,>„1g65BuckinsSt,Pliila.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exi-h;in.ao
HERE THEY CO.
Per 110
Rex Begonia, Scinch pots $4 0^
Vinca var., 2J4 'inch pots.' '.'.'.'.'.'.'.'.'.'.'.'.' 2 50
iinei! pnt^;;::;;;;::;;;:::;;;;;;;::;; odo
I.enion Verbena, -JJ^ ihIi p"tf 4 in
Vernon Bejconia, 2ki tiicii pots — 3 111
Petunia, siinjle niMged, 2M inch pols. 4 00
Sweet Alyssum, 254 iiieii pot« 3 Ofl
Cobfea scandens, 2!4 inch poip — 3 10
aw inch puis .') no
Nasturtium, 2Va loch onto 2 Ofl
Mt. of Snow Geriinlums, 2M lr our Import PrI.e. on
I>UTCH and FRENCH BULBS.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
"WELCH BROTHERS,
DEALERS IN
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
iS Province street,
9 Chapman Place,
Wire Designs, Wheat Sheaves, Baskets, Im-
mortelles, Cape Flowers, Cut Flowers, Boxes,
aud all other supplies, at prices to meet com-
petition
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchango
BOSTON.
MEYER GREEN SILKALINE.
nsiil fsr Stllnglac SiflLlX and i3FlBi9I73,
■iting Mention Florists' Exchange
Boston Florist Letter Co.
UM^d br IcadinR flomu e
n"'f.' McCarthy, f reas. & nanager.
.>"»;"iT. BOSTON, MASS. ^ hSK'.",'',,.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
578
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
The Fl-orisxs* Exchange.
FOR SALE.
Francis Suplee,
TO LET, ;*/
Excellent chance furyounR man to
Oae uQderstandlQtt Mushroom culti
[Address. D. M., rare Fl<
FOR SATE ^^'^*^^^^'^- Newgreen-
rUtl Oi\.L/IV house 150 ft., violet or vege-
table house 80 ft., propagating house, potting
N. Y. City.
, Florists' ExchaoKB.
FOR SALE
Or To Lease, in Seoaucus, N. J., 35 mini
to New York, 200 feet from trolley cars, tw
acres j^ood laad, containing seven (7) gr
houses, a good dwelling house of ten ro(
and good cellar. Hydrant and well wn
For particulars inquire of owner,
MRS. THOMAS,
153 Congress St., Jersey City Heights, ]
FOR SALE.
A Cnt Flower EBtablishment. consisting
of about fifty thousand square feet of glass,
with an establisiied custom. A rare chance for
an experienced cut tlower grower with capital.
FOR RENT
The well-known greenhouses recently
owned and operated by T. H. Spauldiug,
at Orange, N. J. For all particulars
apply to
AmVMD JOHKSCM,
114 West 34tli Street, NEW YORK.
FOR SALE AT A BARGAIN.
First-class greenhouse property at Spring
Lake, N. J., fully stocked and doing good busi-
ness. For particulars apply to
MILAN ROSS, Agency,
Asbury Park, N. J.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE CHEAP.
1. SAtTER, Rochester, N. T.
FOR sai^e: cheap.
The ReFoo Ferns, 3 inch (nu Cuneatum). State
what sorts you have to offer.
SOO Hydrangea Otaksa, 2 inch.
.'iOO Vlnca varieisrata, 2 inch,
3O0 Abutllon (trailing var.)
'200 Primula obconlca.
100 Begrouia, Otto Hacker.
300 Palms, 3 to 6 inch, Latania, Kentia
Beln
Lutescens.
'35 Araucarla Excelsa, 18 to 24 inch.
25 Pandanus Veltchii, 4 to 7 inch.
500 Perlstropbe August var, 2 inch.
200 Hydrangea Thos. Hogg, 2 inch.
'200 l.,ycopodlum, assorted.
50 Oxalls OrtKleslI.
IRVINE FLORAL CO., Bay City, Mich.
HELP WANTED.
W^ ANTED
ergetic single young man who caq grow
ke-up. Must come well recommended
ility, honesty, sobriety, and willingness
; as required. A good place and steady
W^ ANTED
.te'exiierieiice, etc. Wases $20to$'25 per month
i board. Address
WH. A. BOCK, No. Cambridge, Mass.
THE FLORIST'S EXCHANGE.
This personal request we make nnder every adrer
iLiement we print, and by complying with It yoD wll
greatly help this paper, and as well KtTe the adrer-
tlser the satlifactlon of knowing where tals adTer^
St. Louis.
Shan Garden..
About 10,000 people visited Shaw
Gardens last Sunday, notwithstanding
the drizzling rain which prevailed dur-
ing the entire afternoon, and which at
intervals fell in showers.
By the terras of Mr. Shaw's will the
gardens are opened to the public on
Sunday only twice a year— the first
Sunday in June and September.
The garden is in remarkably fine con-
dition, considering the ravages of the
cyclone a year ago. Many trees were
blown down and their absence made a
rearrangement of the flower beds nec-
essary. This interfered somewhat with
the regular work of the garden, which
in consequence is a little backward.
The principal interest centred in the
pond of Victoria Regia.
NBrserymfn'H AttHocialion.
The Lindell Hotel has made elab-
orate preparation for the entertain-
ment of the National Association of
Nurserymen, who will meet in annual
session here June 9 and 10. Secretary
George C. Saeger, Rochester, N. Y., ar-
rived on Monday and President Silas
Wilson, of Atlantic City, N. J., on Tues-
day.
The first morning session will com-
mence at 10 o'clock with addresses of
welcome from Mayor Ziegenhein and
N. J. Coleman. President Wilson will
respond and deliver his annual ad-
dress.
The election of officers and selection
of the next place of meeting and reports
of committees will be the order of bus-
iness Wednesday afternoon. On Thurs-
day papers will be read and discussed.
The association will meet at the
rooms of the St. Louis Florists' Club
Thursday afternoon. The rooms of the
club will be handsomely decorated for
the occasion and many growers will
exhibit cut flowers.
The Xarket.
Trade remains as inactive as ever
and traffic is restricted to uncommonly
small proportions at unreraunerative
prices. Stock of every description is
plentiful and most of it is of poor qual-
ity. Prices have not varied; roses sell
from $4 per 100 lor fancy selection down
to 50 cents per 100 for poor stock; Maids
are in best demand; then come Perle
and Meteor in the order named; white
roses drag as much as ever. Beauty is
in fair demand, but prices are down to
bed-rock bottom.
Carnations of good quality meet with
ready sale at $1 per 100; but the poor
grades fail to sell clean at 50 cents per
100. Scott continues in greatest quan-
tity and enjoys the best call.
Pteonias continue in good demand at
$2 to $4 per 100; sweet peas are not as
aliundant as last week and sell clean at
25 cents per 100; smilax is now abund-
ant and has poor sale at $10 per 100.
Mr. J. E. Killen, representing C.
H. Joosten, is a visitor here attending
the nurserymen's convention.
Park Florist Pape tied his horse to
the wheel of a vehicle standing near
the cottage at Forest Park last Thurs-
day. A runaway was the result, in
which both vehicles were wrecked and
the horses injured. Mr. Pape will try
tire hitching jiosts from now on.
CHAS. G. FLECKENSTEIN.
On June 23 and 24 the Michel Plant
and Bulb Co. will sell at auction all
the plants in their greenhouses that are
not sold at private sale before that
date.
Toronto.
Uorttcaltural Socletr.
The June meeting of the Horticul-
tural Society was the best attended one
we have held yet; the room was
crowded with amateurs, mostly ladies.
The principal subject of the evening
was window boxes and bedding plants.
There were several exhibits of boxes
and hanging baskets and many ques-
tions were asked by different visitors,
which were answered by members.
The meeting was informal and friendly
and many of our visitors were inter-
ested and expressed their intention of
coming again. The directors have de-
cided to offer prizes to members of the
society at the 'mum show of the Gar-
deners and Florists' Club this fall if
satisfactory arrangements can be made
with that body.
State of Trade.
Business in bedding plants is now
very good, but as the season is a late
one some of the boys are getting scared
and have already begun shading prices
on some of the stock; but I think that
spring trade will be quite up to the
average. Cut flowers have been and
are very cheap, but good stock has not
been too plentiful. Outside stock is
looking very fine and is growing very
well, excepting in low-lying place
which are a little too wet on account <
the plentiful rain lately.
THOS. MANTON.
Cleveland.
Trade Falls Off.
Trade has had a decided falling
off since last writing. At the stores
cut-flower trade is very quiet. Several
large weddings, receptions and com-
mencements have occurred within the
past week, however, and most of the
first-class stock on the market was
closely used up, so that at present writ-
ing some dealers have very little good
stock on hand. Prices remain the same
as last reported.
Weather Affects Plant Trad*.
In the plant line trade has been
affected considerably by the weather;
most growers report good sales and are
still quite busy with "planting out"
work. Considerable planting out has
been done in the city parks, and this
work is progressing as rapidly as the
weather permits. In several of the new.
parks the work of grading and build-
ing of drives and pathways is still in-
complete, and it is not likely that much
planting out will be done in these parks
this season.
A Large Wedding Decoration.
One of the most extensive decora-
tions in several months was that of the
Harvey-Cushing wedding on Wednes-
day last. The work was done by J. M.
Gasser. The table pieces consisted prin-
cipally of red and white pseonias, in
which were arranged hundreds of tiny
incandescent lights, producing a grand
effect.
Jottlnga.
F. C. Bartels, superintendent of
J. M. Gasser's greenhouses, leaves next
week for an extended trip through Eu-
rope.
Mr. W. C. Langbridge, representing
J. B. Rice & Co., Cambridge, N. T., was
a caller this week. G. A. T.
Fine Smilax $.500 a hundred strings
SWEET PEAS, 30 cents a hundred blooms.
Cash with order, please.
W. KEIR, - Pikesville. Md.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
DA I O ■ C O in bloom, best strain,
A Isle 9 tl.OO per 100: IS 00 per 1000.
Pja M O I C C BtronsT plants, commenc-
A IM 9 I e O ing to bloom now. Strain
unsurpaised for size and color. Jl per 100 ; »8 per 1000
J J. C. SCHMIDT & CO.. Bristol, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ASTER PLANTS f:rQ^lJiril.
Market, Perfection, and Comet, ready to plant
out, by mail, 50c. per 100; $4 per 1000 by express
J. C. SCtiniDT & CO., Bristol, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FOR SALE CHEAP
1 Latania Borbonica, 6 feet high.
2 Sicksonia Antartica, 5 feet high.
2 Dracaena Draco, 10 feet high.
1 Rubber Tree, 9 feet high.
Also 600 VVliite Verbenas, clean healthy stock
H. W. HALES, Ridgtwood, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
OOOD STOCK OP
BEDDING PLANTS
AT ROCK BOTTOM PRICES.
in. pots. IGO
Achyranthes, assorted 2H...-*!i BO
Aiternanthera, red and yellow.... 2 .... 3 00
Begonia, S. Alba and Vernon, splen-
did bedding varieties, bloom all
Colena, Verachaffeltii and others,
assorted 2>i.... 2 60
Golden Feather (Pyrethrum aureum). . . 2 00
Lobelias, best dwarf, blue 2 00
Cash with order.
BiYWOOD FLOHIL 00. "K! ^'ittSLTpa?
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
June 12, 1897.
The F=i-orists' Exchtinge.
579
Boston.
■*rk«t Mum.
The bottom has dropped out o£
the flower business in Boston within
the past week. On Friday last stock
began to accumulate and prices to
drop, and by Monday purchasers could
largely procure goods at their own fig-
ures, a condition which has prevailed
ever since. Carnations are the prin-
cipal sutterers, as there is an immense
crop coming in from all directions;
however, the demand is so small that
stock of all kinds has dropped to the
summer level. Wedding decorations
are numerous and many of them are
quite extensive, one of the largest seen
in this city tor years being at the An-
derson-Perkins wedding on Thursday,
which was handled by Galvin Bros.
Gutrtl Sens.
The sympathy of the trade is ex-
tended to President Thomas J. Grey,
of the Boston Gardeners and Florists'
Club, and his estimable wife in the loss
on Wednesday of their infant daugh-
ter, from bronchial pneumonia. The
funeral occurred on Thursday.
Alexander McConnell. of New York,
was a recent visitor to the Hub.
Jackson Dawson sailed on Saturday
last on the steamship Gallia for a
twelve weeks' visit to Europe. A dozen
or more representatives of the profes-
sion were at the dock to wish him a
pleasant journey and safe return.
Edward J. Johnson, of Providence,
was in town on Wednesday.
W. K. W.
Buffalo.
YIOIETS MT SPEClim
All flrst-clasi
>r fall plantl
Campbell,
ilL.XS]
F Plume and ad and
>oai, $1.00 per ICO-
Coleua Verachatreltii and Golden Bedder,
1H Inch pots. »2.00 per 100.
imila X, 1 Inch. .fS.OO per 100.
EVERITT & INSALL, Hackettstown, N.J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Binpeloiisis Veilelii.
POT-GROWN SEEDLINGS,
$3.00 per 100; $25.00 per 1000.
J. KiDLETZ/i'Tor-Dongan Hills, N.Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CLEMATIS,
In pots ; trood plants $2 50 per doz.; 820.00 per 1«*i".'^p'ots,»a.Oo''per 100; »26.00 per lOCO.'
Mixed best vars.. $6.00 per 100. Heliotrope, 2H
ts. »2.50 pcrlOO. Cash with order.
WM. J. CHINNICK, Trenton, P«. J.
n Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
GERANIUMS, SMILAX,
BEGONIAS, CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
100 1000
1 4 in. Geraniume $7.60 $70.00
3.50 30.00
:i " Chrysanthemums
26,000 Kood Smilai, 2in.pot8..
BETSCHER BROS., C*n»l Doveh, O.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
8.00 15.00
SURPLUS STOCK
3000 GERANIUMS, 4 inch pots, good healthy
stock, 13.00 per 100.
3000 VERBENAS, best varieties, 3 Inch pots,
»2.00 per 100.
SMIL,AX, 3 Inch pots, 3 plants in a pot, $3 per 100.
Cash with order. Address
CIlRLE.TftUBE, PAXTON GREENHOUSES,
1025 South Cameron Street, HARRISBURG, PA.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ECHEYERIA!
S33-00 periiooo,
CUSTAV OTTO,
VEGETABLE PLANTS
> i.. .. i, , t from. Potted stock
-Hi 'M well this spring. E.
.1, .) , I nts good trade on these
i;i I'.is. wiih U'mhI prices and good de-
The first gladiolus in this market
made their appearance Monday from
the Rhode Island greenhouses and were
very fine.
Preparing for ConTCntion.
The local club is actively engaged
in their preparations for the coming
convention. They have their plans well
formulated and sub-committees are
holding frequent meetings and laboring
■ ■M.rn?itiy to carry them to perfeclion.
These plans are not as yet perfected
ben^g made j.ublic, hv\ wi'l be shortly,
line thing is certain, however, that the
proverbial Rhode Island hospitality
will not be traduced by the Florists and
Cardcners' Club of Rhode Island. A
clul) ot local bowlers arc daily prac-
ticing and will make some of the vis-
iting clubs hustle. An effort is being
put forth to have some suitable floral
growths arranged at Roger Williams
Park for this occasion, and the project
is favorably thought of by Superin-
tendent Fitts.
lonth a lawn fes-
tival will be held by President and
Mrs. Farquhar Macrae on their spa-
cious grounds on Smith Street in favor
ot the local club.
J. F. Parks & Co. have given up their
retail store at 140 Westminster Street
foi'
Street.
Timothy O'Connor is adding consid-
erable glass to his already large
greenhouse plant.
William Hay is increasing his glass
area in Arlington. He is bringing the
best roses to the local market.
Alex. McClellan, of Newport; George
T. King, of Boston, and William J.
Stewart, of Boston, were visitors in
town recentlj-.
State Flower.
During the spring term of the
public schools ot this State the pupils
voted by Ijallot for a State flower of
Rhode Island. The ballot was in favor
ot the violet. A total ot 42,209 votes
were cast, divided as follows: Violet,
10,013; rose, 7,163; pansy, 5,275; pink,
4,879; arbutus, 4,317; golden rod, 3,248;
water lily, 3,049; lily, 1,548; daisy, 1,398;
buttercup. 1,301. W. H. MASON.
Stamford, Conn.
Mrs. M. A. Free & Daughters did
both the church and house decorations
tor the Dascoil-Tilly wedding at Da-
Amsterdam, N. Y.
Jay Lingenfelter has suffered a stroke
ot paralysis and his condition is crit-
A Word on Drainage.
There is very little land in this coun-
try that may not be materially im-
proved by tile draining. Much land
that is naturally wet is slow to dry out
in the spring. Tile it; it will advance
the season two weeks and often more
than that. Land is improved by the
admission of air, and there is no better
way of admitting it than by the under-
drain, which, when it has carried off
all surplus water, carries back to the
earth a current of warm air— ideal
for
old.
imy
Simplicity in Greenhouse Constrnction.
During our long experience we have not only made many improvements
in greenhouses, but we have so simplified the construction that building a
greenhouse is no longer a matter so full ot complications as to tax the
patience and the Ingenuity of even the most intelligent mechanic. Our
Clear Cypress Building Material
) furnish our
is worked out in the best manner ready to be put up, and we lumioii ^^^
customers such complete detail drawings that any workman of only ordinary
capabilities can put it up correctly
Lockland Lumber Co.,
LOCKLAND, OHIO.
i Chadborn's Automatic ^
I ^'rntilitnr m a
} CHADBORN, KENNEDY & CO. }
5 NEWBURGH. N. V ?
WhenWriting Mention Florists' Exchange
COLDWELZ-
WILCOX CO.,
'-0 Newburgh, N. Y.
t.«/«/»«/%^%«^»^%^^^^%^%^%^V»^V%^%^%^%/%^%i
Dn Florists' Ex
THE VAN REYPER
PERFECT GLAZIERS' POINTS
HENRY i. DREER, 714 Chestnut St., Phila., Pa.
WhenWriting Mention Florists' Exchange
1^^^ ^HEr WOOD GLASS COa\R\NY
A GOOD GREENHOUSE HOSE
ufactured fron
bh connections complete. References required from unknown parties.
Address J. G. & A. ESLER, Saddle River, N. J.
■R^hen Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
LAWN SPRINKLERS.
"sTEBbTnS MFG. CO.
Made for 1. B. FELLOWS & CO., SPRINGFIELD. MASS.
19 Warren St.. N. Y. City. WIU send on 6 days' trial
Agents Wanted. Can make big money.
WINTER
SUMMER
By Ualns
Standard Greenhouse Boilers
One cent gets oar Oatalogrne.
GIBLIN & CO.. . UUca. N. Y
Evass' InproTed Challesge.
Roller bearing, self-oUlng deylse.
antomatlo stop, solid link cbala,
makes the IMPROVED CHAL.
LENQB tbe most perfect appa-
Quaker City Machine Co.,
BIOHMOKD, IMP.
SlFntinn l<"Tofi?ts'~Exchang'
IK SOV -WANT
A GOOD SASH LIFT
For a Very I.tttle Money Get
For Descriptive Catalogue Send to
J. D. CARMODY, Evansville, Ind.
WhenWriting Mention Florists' Exchange
For Hotbeds or Frames, made from green
cut, sun cured, seedless rye straw, tied
with marline. Specify sizes, quantily, and
when to be delivered Inclose stamned
envelope, addressed, for estimate. This
will appear but once.
J. B. HEDGES, Bridgehampton, LI.J.Y.
Whi-nWritins Mention Florists' Rxcll ingn
, CYPRESS ,
I IS MUCH MbReDUftASi-KTHANPINE.
Henry F. French, in his admirable
work on "Farm Drainage," says; "The
sirnplest, cheapest and best form of
drain-tile is the cylinder, or merely a
tube, round outside, and with a round
bore."
SASH BARS
TO it FEET '"itMaTH orUM^SER
;reenhous£
AND O-niER BUitDiMS MATERIAL, i
Ond folTiur Special QreenhoiisVClHcu
\X SreairRvs [umbef (o.,\
WhenWriting Mention Florists' Exchange
COI.I.AY'S
I3IPROVBD
, PUTTY BULB
^P For Glazing Sash, Etc.,
PATENT PLANT SPRINKLER
For sale by your Seedsman
or sent, postpaid forSl.UO.
JOHN A. SCOLLAT,
74 & 76 Myrtle Ave..
UROOKLYN, - N.Y.
SEND STAMP FOR CATALOGUE.
IMPROVED (JLAZINC.
J. M. GASSER'S
PHTENT ZING JOINTS
For Butting Glass Without Laps.
Makes a Roof .
I J. M. GASSER,
101 Euclid Avenue, Cl EVELAND, OBJO.
Wholesale and Retail Florist.
■Write for Prices and Circulars.
Florists' Exchange "WhenWriting Mention Florists' Exchange
June 12, 1897.
Xhb I=i-orists* Exchange.
581
LORD & BURNHAM CO.,
HORTICULTURAL ARCHITECTS AND BUILDERS,
SXEABI AMD HOT WA.TEtL BEATING CMGIKEER8.
Plans and Estimates famished on application.
LarcHt Bulldtr* of OnanhoHs* Struetur**. Six HIghMt Awards at Iha Werld'a Fair.
Send tour cents postage for Illustrated Catalogue.
ARCHITECTCRAL OFFICE, 160 FIFTH AVE., COR. 31st STREET, NEW YORK.
Factory I IrvlnBton-on-Hudson, Xew York. Mention p»»ei
PIPE
Wrought Iron Plpa, Valvaa, Cooks. Fit.
tings, oto.. tor Stoam and Hot Wator ;
Rubber Hoso, Pumps and Wall Points.
WM. H. Ul 42 Day St., New York.
VALVES
GLASS
U. HKRRIS St SON.
497 W. BROADWAY, NEW YORK, 19 LIBERTY ST.. NEW YORK
When Writing Ment
Flor
Exchange
GLASS!
GLASS!
For Greenhouses, Conserratones,
Graperies, Hotbeds and all other
purposes, at Lowest Rates.
N. COWEN'S SON 392 & 394 West Broadway, New York.
Farmerly 134 and 136 So. Fifth Avenue.
Oet our rigures before baying Olata. - . • Eetimatea freely Otven.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
t
CALIFORNIA RED CEDAR
A. DIETSCH i GO. 619 Sheffield Avenue, CHICAGO.
MANnFACTUREBS OK
RED CEDAR AND CYPRESS GREENHOUSE MATERIAL,
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1*END FOR OUR NEW CATALOGUE, WHICH SHOWS J
iTl[e|leiii{|liitoiiiatlGCalileTeiitila(or
le sent out will operate your house succeBsfully. Be
iWritine Mention Florists' Exchange
fiBEEHHODSE HEflTIHIi |i|ID VEHTILPTIHI},
Horticultural Architecture and Building.
I tlitcIiing^^Gi
ESTABLISHED 1844.
233 Mercer Street, NEW YORK
FIVE PATTERNS OF BOILERS.
NINETEEN SIZES,
Perfect Sash Raising lpparatii8.
es, Etc., of Iron
■Work ship.
ped ready for erection.
Iron Frame Benches with the
Perfect Drainage Bench Tile"
or Slate Tops.
SEND 4C. POSTAGE KOR II^EBSTRATED CATALOGUE.
JOHN^H.^JAC^KSON.^Succes^so.rto JAC
^^ E6t.ihlishedJ852
FOR GLAZING GREENHOUSES. SUPERIOR TO PUTTY IN EVERY WAY.
. hardened by the e
1 uf the woodwork. Houkcs gla:
-elastic an tha
I Mastica do not need i
Itlaellca and ftlnsllca Glazing Machine were given
HIGHEST AWiRD OF SOCIETY OF AMERIOiN FLORISTS iT PITTSBURG, 1895.
Put up in gallons, $ 1 .00. Half gallons, 60 cts. Quarter gallons, 35 cts.
Mastical Glazing machines, $1.00 each.
8end for full descriptive circular and teatimonlals. Axenla in all the principal cities.
F. 0. PIERCE CO.,Solilla>ufiElgrirs,l70FullonSi., NewYork.
Special Advantages Gained by Using
OBHfc:*^
STANDARD VENTILATING MACHINE.
NONE
EQUAL IT
IN
Strength
AND
Durability
Send (or Oatalogu
NOTHING
Flimsy
OR
Complicated
about it.
E. HIPPARD, YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
TRADE! GREENHOUSES.
THE BEST MADE.
"Florists" Get Your Plans and Estimate from
PLENTY'S HORTICULTURAL WORKS,
148-156 Randolph Ave , JERSEY CITY, N.J.
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«st*>X*«s|**|*»-|IElDOUlRT[RS El
AZALEA INDICA.
KENTIA BELMOREANA.
ves. from lMto3 t
hlBh, »30.00 to tlJS.OO per 100.
LATANIA BORBONK'A.
From IH to '^« ft. hleh. 124.00 to 100.00 p.
COCOS WEDDELIANA.
From 1 ft. upwards, (25.000 and upwards
ARECA LUTESCENS.
From lH.2tt. and morQ $35 to f 100.00 per
ARAUCAUIA E.\CPI.SA.
Il.'oo'to »I6.00 p
Varlenated. »7.'i.0O per lOCO leaves.
BEGONIA, 8ln«le-Separate Colors.
"Double-^inSelJarate c.lors. '
1 in. and !■< In. dlRmetor.»'fl and (lO per 1000.
GLOXINIA ERECTA (Hybrids),
U to 1 inch. HO.OO. 1 tnoli and more, 118.00 perlOOO
CAMELLIAS, RIIOD OI>EN 11 R O N !<,
I.ILAC?* and all other Nursery .stock drown
to quanlltles.
From unknown correspondents (rash, with
ROYAL NURSERIES
LOUIS m noiiTiE pere
Ghent, Belgium.
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LARGEST AND BEST STOCK OF
PREPARED CYCAS LEAVES
TO BE FOUND ANVWHERE
Metal Floral Designs, Slieaies, Doves, Baskets, Moss Wreaths, Wheat, Milkweeds,
Cape Flowers, Wire Work, and all Florists' Supplies.
^Vrite for catalogue. Free to the trade.
A. HERRMANN, 404-412 East 34th Street (Near Ferry), New York,
BASKETS
..FOR. .
COMMENCEMENTS
A large assortment of all the most popular shapes and sizes.
WHEAT SHEAVES of extral CAPE FLOWERS. Extraquality,
quality and weight. strictly pure white. Prices on
CYCAS LEAVES in all sizes. I application.
8END FOll OUR ILLUSTKATED WHOLESALE CATALOGUE.
H. BAYERSDORFER & CO., 56 N. Fourth St., PHILADELPHIA, PA.
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GYGAS LEAVES AND FUNERAL SHEAVES
BASKETS AND SUPPLIES.
SEEDS HMD SPRING BULBS.
At wholesale only; apply for lists. Address
AUGUST ROLKER & SONS, NEW YORK,
1 36 and 138 West 24th Street. P. 0. Station E.
HSPBBIieDII PLDinOSDil PPS,
Cat Strings, 1 0 to 1 3 feet long,
50 eta. each.
Shipped to any part of the
STRAWBERRY PLANTS
POr=GROWN.
Parties desiring catalogues with their name and address sliould write us at once.
Price $7.00 per 1000. Orders received now for potted plants, ready July 1st.
ELIZABETH NURSERY COMPANY, Elizabeth, N. J.
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I STORES & HARRISON CO., SC?^:"'!' |^^| |
2 Wholesale Nurserymen and Florists, gtJ'tcii^Jndenf'toi'c'iled t
♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»
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cts -GERANIUMS-2 cts.
Wocd. Qeii
double varleti(
:h potn, *2.l0 [
CHRYSANTHEMUMS f,'/ero''ut''or2'i.''cb'
rols. ♦SnOperino. Ifciry M Wanamaker, NiTeus.
Qaeen. Bonnt ffoD. airs. Jertine Jones aud others.
Ceo. H. Benedict, Yorkvllle, N. Y.
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PEACH AND PLUM TfEES uJi.?^e^^\\.^.
Reliable and clean stock at low wholesale rates.
AU desirable Itadint: varieties of PEACHES, old
and new in fruiting orchards. Have the new
Triiiinpb. (Jreensbiiro, and !Snee1 TREES all on plum
roots,"one and two years- Buds can be supplied of
tlie=e also, either from nurseries or orchard trees.
Have all the leading Japanese varieties. Abundance,
Burbank, Chabot. Satsuma, Wlllard an 1 otaers;
al(-o the new RedJ u iie »nd Wickson in good supply.
Usual supply also of AsimrnKUs Roott! to offer.
ALEXANDER PULLEN.Milford Nurseries, Mllford, Del.
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ALTERNANTHERA.
A. AMABILIS and A. NANA. Cred and green)
sood strone plants. J2 00 per 100: *16 00 "er 1000.
Cash with order. CH AS. T. DARLING.
Stouy Brook, ]«. I., N.Y.
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Pansies Worth Raising . .
Bloorainar planti
lU.OO per lOCO up.
Its-. Cash withe
n board of expree
plants in bud, from
1 value given in every
r. All shipments tree
G. Soltau S Go. ^ZfJ.T Jersey City, N. J.
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CHRYSANTHEMUMS
■nia. Marie Louise,
from 2% ■
VIOLETS
100. Lady H. Campbell, clumps, ti.OO per 1
MOONVINES AflDelot.31n.pots.»6.(0perlC0
AMPELOPSIS VEITCHII kKr foli."'
OF
THE ENTIRE COLLECTION OF
PITCHER & MANDA,
Embracing many choice varieties whicli cannot be purchased anywhere else in this country, also Tree
Ferns, Heaths, Imantophyllums, Hydrangeas, Sweet Bays, Variegated
Hollies, and Miscellaneous Foliage Plants; will be
SOLD AT AUCTION WITHOUT RESERVE
ON THE PREMFXS AT
J-W- J3
On WeilDGiiilay, Jooe !'f iidiI Tloisilajj, June 17,
COMMENCING EACH DAY AT II A.M.
Trains leave foot of Barclay Street and foot of Christopher Street, New York, at 8.30, 8.50 and 10.10 A.M. By
special arrangement with the Railroad Company the express train leaving 8.50 will stop at
Short Hills on each day cff the sale. Any customer desiring lots of the second
day's sale "put up" on the first day, will be accommodated.
CIEIRV I CO., luctioneers, 60 Vesey Street, New Vork City.
JOHN N. MIY, Receiver.
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to grow into a vigorous plant.
A WEEKLY MEDIUM OF INTERCHANGE FOR FLORISTS, NURSERYMEN, SEEDSMEN AND THE TRADE IN CENERAU
YOL. IX, HO. 25.
NEW YORK, JUNE 19, 1897.
One Dollar Per Year.
ARECA LUTE8CENS.
4iDch pots, 15-18 iDchesbigh, 3 plants in a pot $4 50 per dozen ; $35 00 per 100
6 inch pots, 20-24 inches high, 3 plants in a pot $6.00 per dozen ; $50.00 per 100
6 inch pots, 28-30 inches high, 3 plants in a pot $12.00 per dozen ; $100.00 per 100
COCOS WEDDELIANA.
3 inch pots $3.00 per dozen ; $23 00 per 100
KENTIA BELIWIOREANA.
3 inch pota, 8-12 Inches high, 4-5 leaves $3..50 per dozen ; $2)00 per 100
4 inch pots, 12-15 injhes high. 4-6 leaves $6.50 per dozen ; $.W,00 per 1(10
5 inch pots, 18-20 inches high, 6-7 leaves, stocky $9.00 per dozen ; $75.00 per 100
« inch pots, 23-34 inches high, 6-7 leaves, stock.v $12.00 per dozen ; $100.00 per UO
KENTIA FORSTERIANA.
3 inch pots, 12-15 inches high $15.00 per 100
4 inch pots, 15-18 inches high $4.50 per dozen ; $35.00 per 100
LATANIA BORBONICA.
2 inch pots $3.00 per 100 ; $23.00 per 1000
3 inch pots $10.00 per 100
4 inch pots, 12-15 Inches high $3.00 per dozen ; $25.00 per 100
5 inch pots, 15-18 inches high $6.00 per dozen ; $50.00 per 100
6 inch pots, 18-20 inches high, stocky plants $9.00 per dozen; $75.00 per ICO
LIVISTONA HOOCENDORPII.
4 inch pots, 10-13 inches high, 7 leaves '. $4.50 per dozen ; $35 00 per 100
LIVISTONA ROTUNDIFOLIA.
5 inch pots, 12-15 Inches high, 7-8 leaves, strong plants $1.50 each ; $18.00 per dozen
PHCENIX RECLINATA.
5 inch pots, 15 18 inches high $6.00 per dozen ; $4.5.00 per 100
PITCHER & MANDA, Short Hills, N. J.
JOHN N. MAY, Receiver.
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WINTER FLOWERINnOSES.
Our stock of these is very large, and in exceptionally fine shape. We
offer all the leading varieties, strong plants in 2J..i in pots, as follows ;
/ . PERLE, BRIDESMAID, BRIDE and
// % MME. CUSIN.
/ (//y !».5.00 per 100; »40.00 per 10(10.
» MME. CAROLINE TESTOUT and
MRS. PIERPONT MORGAN,
SO.OO per 100; »S0.00 per lOOO.
.^ ^_--, AMERICAN BEAUTY,
*■ _ ^iWv S'J 00 per 100; 880.00 p. ' > ^ V»^i^ president carnot,
vliii.1?) \ rv'wIajfW ' S15.00 per 100; »1 35.00 per 1000,
1 "wf^r^ it^ ^Ar^fW^ T We have a fine stock, also, of the new climbing
m:^-M'^MMM YELLOW RAMBLER ROSE
The only hardj yellow cIliubinB rose yet Introduced. A
worthy cnmpmlon to the wonderful CrIiDson Kambler.
Strong plants, 24 in. pots, S1.50 per doi ;
IKIO.OO per 1< O.
Strong plants, 3'A in. pots, »3.00 per doz.;
1S20 00 per 100.
The above Rose Stock is In perfect shape and will please the most fastidious. Samples sent
if desired. We invite inspection of stock.
r^mSo^rd-r- DOUBLE TUBEROUS BEGONIAS
we offer what stock we have as long as unsold at •3.00 per 100; »25.00 per 1000.
This is only the price of ordinary Single Begonias, and considerably below cost. We offer at
this nominal price only in order to close out stock we have left.
Wehaveasur- TIIDCDnCC DCADI Extra .|uality bulbs. 4-6 inches in circumference,
plus, also, of lUDCnUdC rCAnL perfect shape, SOc per 100; S4.00 per 1000.
SPEAK QUICK IF YOU WANT THESE BARGAINS.
Our Wholesale List of Palms, Decorative Plants, etc., will be sent free on application.
F. R. PIERSON CO..
TARRYTOWN-ON-HUDSON, NEW YORK.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
J.M.TH0R6URN&C0.
established 1802.
ARECA LUTESCENS SEED
which we offer, so long as unsold, at
$1.00 per 101) seeds ; $6.00 per 1000 seeds.
Lots of 6000 and over at special price.
We are now ready to quote special
prices on BULBS to lar^e growers
and dealers.
J. M. THORBURN & CO.
HIGH CLASS SEEDS m BULBS,
15 John Street, New York.
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cnDniiip Dill DC ^p^<^'^' ''"P'^r^
rUnulHUI DULDO. Pnce Ust Ready
P A MM A Q . Burbank, 75c. Italia, 40c.
UHnilHO. Yellow Crozy, $1.50, Austria, 20c.
^^^^^^^^^_^^ All Standard and New at Market Price.
ROSES FOR FORCING. ^"f;fLr^L!^„!j^f,ll*',',f'''-
SEASONABLE FLOWER SEEDS.
CINERARIA Hybrida, best flowerinir, mixed 500 seeds, 26 cU.
Large flowerini?, dwarf mixed per trade pkt., 25 cte.
Djuble, extra choice mixed per trade pkt., SOota.
■Dames' Giant, a very line English strain pkt., 60 cts.
VAUOH.\N'Srot,U.MBIAN MIXTURE 1000 seeds, 50 cts.
CYCLAMEN, Giant Flowered, Mixed 11)00 seeds, $».UU; tj^ oz , t-'.OO ; 100 seeds, 50 cts.
prTmula sinensis-vaughan's international mixture.
This mixture is composed of the most salable colors of Single Flowering: Chinese
Primulas, the best white shades, pinks and reds, with a sprlnkliUK of other colors,
enough to give a large variety of colors, the most important shades predominating.
Pkt., 350 seeds, .tOc; 5 pkts., 1750 seeds, $2.00; per 1-16 oz., $3 50.
PRIMULA-SEPARATE COLORS.
Chiswick Red, brightest red, 2.50 seeds ^J***-
Kermeslna Splendena, crimson 50 cts.
Alba Magnlflea, snow white 52 *"*•
Peach Blossom, a beautiful white with pink hue 60ct8.
niue, aclear sky-blue SSI"'*-
Rosea, bright pink S5ots.
.Striata, white lilac i-triBed an cts.
Pern-leaved, fine mixed 36 cts.
PRIMULAS-DOUBLE SEPARATE COLORS. Pure White, Pink, Bright Red,
Striped, each. 100 seeds .60 cts.
Double mixed 500 seeds, $1.60; 160 seeds, 60ots.
GREENHOUSES. UI||plJII|'P n[[\ CTflDC 84 » 88 Randolpli St.
Western Springs, III I A Uull An 0 HIV OlUIlL Chicago
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SERSOPBLE SEEDS
PRIMULA FIMBRIATA
(Chinese Primrose).
Rubra (Heii), Alba (Whit. ), Alba THa«-
nlflca, Rubra Violacea, Ctalowlck
Red. Meteor, -vlllase Maid or
CINERARIA
I Grandiflora chni
ine Utvarf IMl:Ked.
flora Kermeslna, Dbl. Flowerlt
Trade Packages, 50c. and SI. 00.
CALECOLARIA
Hybrlda Grandiflora, choice mixed.
Trade Packages, 50c. and SI. 00.
WM. ELLIOTT & SONS
J. L. SCHILLER, Rutherford, N. J.
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Prize-Winning
DAHLIAS
AH DfiPRECEDENTED RECORD.
23 First Prizes, Certificate of Merit, 2
Diplomas, and highest mention everywhere.
If you want the Very best Dahlias
that bloom, send for our 1897 descriptive trade
list now ready. Address
W. p. PEACOCK.
Dahlia Specialist, ATCO, N. J.
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P. OUWERKERK,
II 23 Summit Avi., Jersay city, N J.
JuBt received from our Holland
NuTseritB :
RHODODENDRONS, AZALEAS,
SPIRCA JAPONICA, LILIUKI SPECIOSUM,
PCGNIES, BLEEDING HEART,
POT GROWN LILACS, HYDRANGEA IN SORTS.
CLEMATIS and H. P. ROSES, m the beit lorts
PRICES MODCRATC.
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ROEMER'S SUPERB PRIZE PANSIES,:^
FRED. ROEMER, Seed Grower,;;
iOoocS
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SUMMER FLOWERING
^BULBS._^
GHAS. H. ALLLN, Floral Park. N. Y.
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FresD Seeiis-liaiia Bums.
•), a5cts. pkt.; $1.C0
r.OOO seeds.
per 100 seeds ; $6 00
Apple Ge
per 1000 seeds: $
Musa Ensete
per 1000 seeds.
Seaforttaia Elegrans, 40 cts. per 100 seeds:
Cyperus Alteruifolius, ^5 cts. per pkt.
Pbormiuni Xenax, 26 cts. per 100 seeds;
$1.00 per luuo seeds.
P. Tenax Variegata, 50 cts. per 100
seeds ; $2.5" per lOOO seeds.
Alsopbylla Australis (Tree Fern), 50
Send for prices on Calla Lilies, August and
September delivery. Send for Trade List of
Novelties and Specialtlesfor Autumn delivery.
MRS. THEODOSIA B. SHEPHERD
Venlura-br-tbe-Hea, Cal.
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THE miUOTIi! ISIiliDEIi
.\OW I.\ PREPAIiAriOX A.\D
TO BE SHURTLY ISSUED.
This will be a handsomely printed and
bound volume, its contents covtring the
history of aquatics down to the present day,
and imparting the knowledge ntcessary lo
their successlul propagation and cultivation.
It will be a book of h'ghest value to the
trade as also to the amateur, and in its
pages will be fully described how to grow
and care for this valuable group of plants
to the greatest advantage, fiom a sunken
tub in the city garden to the grandest poods
in park lands. The book will be copiously
illustrated with many excellent full-page
plates and numerous half-tones of notable
plants and water gardens.
The author, Mr. Wm. Tricker, has had
n-ost excellent advantages and a long edu-
cation in the cultivation of aquatics, and
what he has to say on the subject will be
looked forward to with interest.
Price $1.00. Orders booked now.
A.T.DELAMAREPTG.&PDB CO., Ltd.
p. O BOX 1697, NEW YORK.
■ ^=I5ICES OiT ■
BULBS, ROOTS, and DECORATIVE PLANTS,
For Fall Delivery, Now Ready. Send for Catalogue.
F. ^W. O. SCHMITZ, JERSEY CITY, IS. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PRIMULA SINENSIS SEED
The Wm. Scott strain (grown by Wm. Scott, Buffalo), includes:
Our "GREAT SCOTT MIXTURE," from assortment of 10 varieties.
Also 4 SEPARATE COLORS, Single White, Pink, lied and Double Red.
Sold only in sealed Trade Packets, at each, 60 cts. Liberal reductions on larger
orders as per Free Priced Circular List, for which apply to Sales Agent.
DAN'L B. LONG, rrl."wU't'.n?"' Buffalo, N.Y.
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CHARLOTTE
o^eCANNAS
From ^ inch pots, at JC 00 v-t-t 100.
ALPHONSE BOUVIER, MME. CROZY, CHAS. HENDERSON,
From 1 Inch pots, at $5,00 per 100.
VARIEGATED VINCAS. ""^porsctr "
THE ELIZABETH NURSERY COMPANY, Elizabeth, N. J.
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H. H. BERQER & CO., (
ESTABLISHED^
1878. )
EASTERN STATES from theiroeace in New VorkCity.
Address all letters to 271 Broadwaay, (P. O. Box 2106) New York.
liness for the PACIFIC COAST will as heretofore receive attention
Addressed H. H. BERQER & CO., San Francisco, Cal.
READY FOR JULY AND AUGUST.
FREESIAS (Large sizes are very scarct ).
CAI.I.A EXHIOMCA (Send orders NOW),
LIXXEE GEM CALtAS (Improved variety). A REAL GEM.
LIL. r,OI«GIFEOIHTM EXIMIUM. the Best for Forcing. Produces more
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PANSIESIS
THE JENNINGS' STRAIN
n
of finest American grown Pansy teed; new
crop now ready, saved from the very finest
selected plants, all large flowering, in great
variety and most splendid colors; without
doubt the finest strain In the market to-day.
Tlie following complimentary letter Is one of
many received every year:
BlTPAlO. N, Y , Jane Sth, 'id.
Mb E. B. JEN.VINGS. Dear Sir: The Pansy Seed
flFBt-class. Send me one oz. of your beet mixed a»
so.jn as you are ready. Reapeclfully ycurs,
William Scott.
Try a packet of Jennings' finest mixed strain
and you will not be disappointed. Finest mixed,
per Dkt. of 250O seed, $1.00; ge.CO per oz.; 13.00
per ^ oz.; 3 oz.. $15.00. White, yellow, black
and blue, in separate colors, $1.00 per pkt.; Mc.
per % pkt, postpaid by mail. Price to Seeds-
men on application. Cash with order.
E. B. JENHINISS,''"f54»" Southport, Conn.
aROWER OF THE FINEST PANSIES.
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Pansies Worth Raising .
now in packages containing about 3P00 seeds
for Sl.OJ per package.
CASH WITH ORDER.
C. Soltau S Co. ^^Lf:T Jersoy City. N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CANNAS
10,000
POTCROWN
DAHLIA
A. B. DAVIS & SON, Purcellville, Va.
500 CANNAS
ell Pots, at S4.00 per lOO.
igban, Alphonee Bouvier. Mire.
Jendereon, Souv. de Aotolne Crozv,
nCharlotle.Columb
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SURPLUS.
lOUO CAKNA
, »l,00 I
tOBl'STA.frcmll
- -00 MM
Fl CHL_.
•100 500WAI.MA,
bloom.
;^^2 inch. 14,
Hoees, Tar
T. C. AUSTIN &. SONS, Suffield, Conn.
When Writing M.-nti.m FLirists' Exchange
ILL BULBS IHD PLMTS
For Summer and Fall Delivery, Quoted
at Very Low Rates.
FREE ON BOARD CARS OR BOATS
NEW YORK CITY.
HULSEBOSCH BROS,, Englewood, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
IF INTERESTED
BULBS
For Late Summer and Fall Delivery,
Send for our Special Low Utfer ju t i:?aued,
which ia liniiied to orders reacning us
AUGUST ROLKER & SONS,
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
June 19, 1897
The Plorists* Exchange.
587
SEED TIIBDE REPOBT.
Points and ioformatlon from seedsmen, an all
Interested In this column, solicited. Address
Bdltor Sbbd Trade, csre of Florists' Ki-
OHANGll, P. O. Boi 1697. New York.
B.>.,IIoIlaii.l._Cards are out for
the marriage of J. Blaauw to Miss Ma-
ria Franciska van Nes-van Straaten.
Thursday, June 24, will be the wedding
day.
A Seed Growers' lieagrne — About
seventy seed growers met at Matti-
tuck, L. I., on June 10, and organ-
ized the Seed Growers' League of East-
ern Long Island, with Charles H. AI-
drich as president and Charles G. Corey
secretary.
The objects of the League are to be;
First, that all contracts shall state
what variety of cabbage seed is to be
grown; second, the League shall do all
in its power to maintain the reputation
of Long Island seed; third, the League
shall demand a higher rate tor the va-
rieties that do not produce abundant
seed than for the heavier seeding va-
The Free Distribution of Seeds by
the Government — The Philadelphia
Ledger's correspondent writes from
Washington June 9 regarding this sub-
ject as follows;
"Yesterday Secretary Wilson was
asked as to his plan for the next Con-
gressional seed distribution. His an-
swer was that he had not as yet fully
decided, except that whatever was done
would be from Washington, so that he
could keep a more direct control and
oversight of the work.
"A large part of the distribution will
be of new seeds that will be of the
greatest use to our farmers, such as
beet seed, legumes and cow peas. Ex-
cepting Professor Hensel, of the South
Dakota Station, he had not, as report-
ed, sent special agents abroad for the
purpose of purchasing seeds. But,
whenever he iiad found scientific men
going abroad he had commissioned
them to be on the lookout and to secure
such seeds as he desired, and our Min-
isters and Consuls were especially
charged with the same duty. Profes-
sor Hensel was soon to go to the high,
arid table lands of Asia to secure
grains, fruits, legumes, plants and
trees for planting in similarly located
lands of our own West. Mr. Hensel,
knowing from his residence and work
there of the peculiarities of our West-
ern prairies, was able to judge of both
the needs and adaptabilities."
California Seeds — For three months
the seed districts of Santa Clara Valley
have had no rain, and now the hot sun
is beating down on the crops, making
them look more uncertain every day.
It has been an extremely hard season
to do any cultivating and where it was
done the ground is dry and hard.
The OnloB Crop.
While the blight did not strike
the onions this year, yet the crop will
be smaller than the average. Almost
every particle of moisture has left the
land. The roots are only furnishing
mechanical aid in holding up the seed
stalks, and are not supplying any nour-
ishment. The seed will not only be
short in quantity, but poor in quality.
Red and white are suffering more than
the yellow.
Spinach, Lettuce, Carrot, and Badlth.
Spinach is about ready to harvest.
The seed is small and will probably be
of poor quality. The crop will not come
up to the average. Lettuce is sending
up its seed stalks, and considering the
dry season looks remarkably well. The
same can be said of salsify and carrot.
The radish crop looks promising.
Sweet Peas.
Sweet peas are sadly in want of
moisture. Every grower is complain-
ing of a short crop, and each grower
is hustling among his neighbors to at
least fill part of his contracts. Consid-
ering the shortage of crops and the de-
creased acreage and the large sale this
spring, sweet peas ought to bring a
good price this fall. The seedsmen who
have already contracted for their sup-
ply can consider themselves very for-
tunate. Eckford's '97 novelties are
again a disappointment. In the entire
six there are only two that show any
advancement over the older varieties.
Flower Seeds.
Asters and verbenas are doing
well. The latter, with some growers,
are already in bloom and the selected
strains are much better than last year.
Cosmos also is coming into bloom.
CALIFORNIA SEEDS.
European Notes.
Prospects Improfing.
Some welcome rains have fallen
pretty generally in Italy and Northern
Europe, while in the south thunder-
storms have been frequent and the
prospects are that the dry spell has
given way at last. This cannot fail to
have a beneficial effect on our growing
crops, particularly the annuals, and our
prospects are, for the moment, very
much improved.
Pansles.
For some time the fate of our
pansy crop has been in the balance.
The flowers were numerous and tine
at first, but no seed followed. A care-
ful examination of several fields to-day
reveals the fact that a commencement
has at last been made.
Nasturtiums Backward.
Nasturtiums, except in a few fa-
vored spots, are at a standstill, not
having as yet recovered from the se-
vere frosts in May.
Cupid and Sweet Peas eenerally.
Sweet peas are best described as
middling and will no doubt improve
under the influence of the recent rains.
While on the subject of sweet peas it
is only fair to add that Cupid appears
to be on his best behavior with us this
season. The complaints respecting its
germinating qualities have been very
few and the habit appears to have been
so thoroughly fixed that no trouble is
anticipated on that score. In looking
over a large piece to-day not one rogue
could be found; every plant was a per-
fect mass of bloom and the tout ensem-
ble was simply perfect. The choice of
the name of this variety was singularly
felicitous. Those acquainted with the
amorous deity have usually found him
to perfection you must seek a warm
corner with a limestone bed, exposed to
the direct influence of the blazing sun.
Texetable Seeds.
In vegetable seeds there is little
change to report at present. The carrot,
being now in full bloom, needs all the
aid of a gentle breeze and brilliant sun-
shine.
Winter radish' is podding up fairly
well and will be materially helped by
the showers now faUing.
Turnip remains in statu quo, but ru-
tabaga will doubtless be encouraged to
make further growth.
Price of Bspe BUes.
The unfavorable reports of the
rape crop in Northern Prance have
caused the price of the English article
to rise considerably, and any really re-
liable parcels command a ready sale at
a considerably advanced price.
EUROPEAN SEEDS.
Caribou, Me.
George W. P. Jerrard has purchased
from Anson C. Jerrard and John F.
Jerrard the seed business established
by him in 1882 and from which he re-
tired in 1894.
Nurserymen Privileged Char-
acters.
The Mayor of St. Louis, in welcoming
the delegates to the convention of the
American Association of Nurserymen
held in that city last week, is reported
to have granted them immunity from
the consequences of violating certain
municipal enactments regulating the
practice of indulging in the "favorite
weed," as follows;
Referring to the city's superior street
railway systems, he called attention to
the anti-expectorating and anti-smok-
ing provisions.
"Never you mind them," he said.
"Go on, and spit and smoke as you
choose; and if the conductor or motor-
man stop the car and call a police-
man, don't let it bother you. Just get
a telephone connection with the
Mayor's ofllce — I'm there from 8 in the
morning till 6 in the evening— and say
you're a nurseryman in this conven-
tion and I'll have you turned loose."
ROSE HILL NURSERIES.
THE LARGEST AND FINEST STOCK IN AMERICA.
SPECIALTIES— Palms, Dracsnas, and other Plants Suitable for Vases.
CANNAS.
MRS. FAIRMAN ROGERS.
.pots. Queen of all Can
ITALIA, 4 in. pots, 14 per doz. AUSTRIA, 4 in. pots, |2 per doz.
Equal quantities, $30.00 per 100.
Queen Charlotte, Columbia, Crozy, |12.00 per 100, 4 inch pots.
We have the finest lot of BAY TREES ever seen in America in all sizes and prices.
BDXUS ARBOREA PYRAMIDS, $3.50 to |6.00 per pair.
The above Is a brief list of oar specialties. Our new Wliolesale and Betail
Catalogae will be mailed on application.
Write, Telegraph or Telephone us and our Carriage will meet you.
When Writing Menti.
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Florists' Exchange
CATALOGUES RECEIVED.
Dan'l b Lon
:. Buffalo, N. Y.-Priced Cil
. Scott Strain of Primulus.
.Reading, Pa.-Circuls
Florknce;
of New Single White Ge
SCHLEGEL & FOTTLER, Boston, Mass. —
Special Price List of Bulbs for Import Orders.
Gould's Mfg. Co , Seneca Falls, N. Y —
Special circular of New Double-Acting Well
Purdue University, Lafayette, Ind.— An-
School
ilture for i897-(
LUDWIG MOLl
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pamphle
MVnCnTfC AlpestrlB. fine mixed, trade pbt
HITUOUIIO 10 cts.; 01.. 30 ctB. MyosotlsVIc
torla rosea, trade pkt.. lOcta.; oz., lOctB. Send you
order for PanaT Seed, such as Buiinot, Telloi
Trlmardoau, Trimardeau mixed, t'sssier, Odter, ett
'- 'e pkt.. 25 cti
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I Plants, Seeds and Bulbs, |
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5 All varieties. Beat kinds for PickllDtr. S
5 First couslKoment of our "Sure Crop'' 5
5 English Muabroom Spawn. Just arrived. 5
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i Growers, m Chambers St., New York Cllr. 5
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En, N. V.
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Above all, have your advertisementB
seasonable. To be seasonable they must be
I changed often.
Special Offerjo Close Out
CANNAS-Fine Strong Slock.
Per 100 Per 1000
From 3 and 4 in. pots— 125 Mnie. Crozy, $4 00
500 Cbas. Henderson 4 00
100 Ami Pichon, 4 00
150 J. C. Vaiighan, 5 00
45 J. D. Cabos 5 00
100 Eg^andale, 5 00
130 Souv.
give way to Testout. Prices have kept
up fairly well; for roses, the best aie
%Z to $4; seconds and culls, $2 down to
50e. Every day presents more and moie
difficulty in clearing out.
Beauty, owing to throwing out for
replanting purposes, are below demand
The highest price for long-stemmed is
$15 to $25. A tew Jacqs. are in, but so
far, they are short and not good sellers
Carnations, really good colored flow -
ers, are still a glut; few now go beyond
$1. This hot spell will, no doubt, injure
the quality and increase the quantitj,
giving school children a fine chance to
get supplies; and the prospects for the
next two weeks will be good tor sales
with low prices.
Pseonias are now very abundant and
larger in size; prices range from $2 to
$4 per 100.
Valley is now scarcer, with prices at
$3 to $4 again.
Clnb Nrns.
A good deal of routine business
was transacted at last meeting and
a summer programme outlined, the offi-
cers being authorized to call special
meetings at such times and places as
may be deemed desirable, so as, if pos-
sible, to make trips out among the
growers. A letter was read from Mrs.
John Weston thanking the club for its
kindness and financial assistance dur-
ing her bereavement.
Jottings Aronnd Town.
W. E. Lynch is receiving from
Otto Hansen, of Mt. Clare, 111., the old
Hinze's white carnation, with 3 to 3M:-
feet stem, excellent flowers, that sell
just now at as high price as any of
its newer competitors in whites in this
market.
The bowlers are arranging to get to-
gether and form a team to take part
in the tournament at Providence in Au-
gust.
Nicholas Wietor, manager of the
Rogers Park Floral Co., 41 Wabash
Avenue, was married on Tuesday at
the Catholic Church at High Ridge to
Miss Lizzie Thyson. A reception fol-
lowed at the home of the bride's
mother.
F. Franks, of 10 Clara Place, has
bought out W. H. Kidwell's old flower
store at 410 Milwaukee Avenue. Mr.
Kidwell now takes the management of
his brother's establishment at 3,810
Wentworth Avenue, the latter, J. E.
Kidwell, moving with his family to his
farm at Terre Haute, Ind., where he
designs ultimately to establish a nur-
sery and greenhouses.
H. G. Tull, treasurer of Henry A.
Dreer, Philadelphia, has been in the
city this week.
Z. K. Jewett, Sparta, Wis.; W. A.
Harkett, Dubuque, la.; S. G. Stone, of
Carthage, and J. H. Conklin, of Joliet,
als
EDGAR SANDERS.
Carlstadt, N. J.
How to Push Along a Good Thing.
The Florist's Exchange has been the
means of introducing many good things
to the notice of the trade, anu its pub-
lishers, without regard to advertising
to be derived therefrom, have always
taken a great interest in mechanical
devices and greenhouse supplies which
promised well. Mastica, the substi-
tute for putty, was introduced through
The Exchange, and Messrs. F. O. Pierce
& Co., who control it, recently informed
us that their first year's sales (it was
not advertised until late in the season
of 1895) amounted to 800 gallons; in 1896
they sold 4,500 gallons, while this year
they expect their sales to reach 10,000
gallons. This is not a putt nor an ad.
for Mastica, but a simple statement to
Indicate the possibilities which exist
when any one has a good article to
place on the market.
Butted Glass
is is no longer an experiment, it has come to
are various ways of making Butted Roofs, bi
ay is with the
Clipper Bar.
With this bar you c
from drip, and glass
glass makes a tight
It is not:
make a roof that is absolutely free
not be torn out by the wind. Butted
f, a warm house and saves fuel. It
r and costs less than the old-fashioned
■,hlnk that this is the only bar we sell, for
sh what people
; you
mt and there is nothing
not get from us, and all
right sap, stained sap.
LOCKLAND LUMBER CO.
LOCKLAND, O.
HAVE YOUR COLLECTIONS MADE
THBOnQH TBE
NATIONAL FLORISTS' BOARD OF TRADE,
271 BROADWAY. NEW YORK.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
\ GROW PLANTS IN
; "Jadoo" Fibre.
\ WATER THEM WITH
Jadoo "Liquid. I
CYPRESS
BBEEPflflSE
MATERIAL
OF ANY DESCRIPTION.
FOR OATALOOUE.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
THE VAN REYPER
PERFECT GLAZIERS' POINTS
HENRY A. DREER, 714 Chestnut St., Phila., Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
LASS.
^^^ 'f/ifc WOOD GLASS COA\Ri\,NV.
5St) yN. S>vU|/S^*ST., SYFVSCy^Es-', /N.V;
A GOOD HOSE is a GOOD INVESTMENT
To ascertain what a hose is worth, divide the cost per foot by
ast. We are in the market to compete in number of years with
per foot for \i inch ; 16 cts. per foot for % inch.
Address J. Q. & A. ESLER, Saddle River, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Diplomas and Certificates
. CYPRESS
' IS MUCH MbttEDUiUUIUiTHANPINE.
PRESS^
SASH BARS
UP To4t FEET »• UNCTK OR LONGER.
RE EN HOUSE
^ER BUILDINg MATERIAL.
SonrfiforourllluitrattJ BooK
jRESB LUMBER«IB|t;
Send io^Vur Speci&i fireenhous*
"CYPRESS LUMBER«IB Its UjSES."
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IMPROVED CLAZINfl.
J. M. GASSER'S
PBTEUT ZliC JOIHTS
For Butting Glass Without Laps.
Makes t Roof Air and Water Tight. Saves
Fuel. No BreakaKB from Frost or Medium
Sized Hail. Manufactured by
J. M. GASSBR,
101 Euclid Avenue, CLEVELAND, OHIO.
Wholesale and Retail Florist.
^nte for I»rlces and Circulars.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Ilf YOU -WAKT
A GOOD SASH LIFT
For a Very Littl* Monay Get
For Descriptive Catalogue Bend to
Hi
When Writing Me
Inii laproTci Chlleige.
, seir-oUlDK devise,
ftutomatio stop, solid link cbala,
makes the IMPROVED CBA.L-
LBNQB the most perfect app»-
ratas In the market.
before ptaoing your orders eli
where.
Quaker City Machine Co.,
BIOnUOND, IND.
SUMMER IN WINTER
By Ualnf
Standard Greenhouse Boilers
On* o«nt seta onr €atalograe.
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■p^m
HORTICULTURAL SOCIETIES
^ FOR FAIRS, INSTITUTES, :
FLORISTS' CLUBS, ETC
These should be selected well in advance of the date needed, and sec-
retiiries of above should send now for our set of samples, all of which
have been especially designed by flrst-class artists and engravers for
the purpose. Owing to the wide demand for those samples and their
cx|)(^iisiveness, we will mail the set of five, postpaid, for $1.00; money
relundod on return of samples, or placed to credit of order, as directed.
One single sample sent free on application if the writer will explain the
exact purpose for which it is wanted.
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VALVES,
FITTINGS
AND
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WhenWrltlngMen
590
XHE F!l-ORISTS' EXCHT5NGE.
American Association of Nur-
serymen,
The twenty-second annual convention
of the American Association ot Nur-
serymen was, to use the words of its
Committee on Resolutions, "one of the
most laborious and useful conventions
since its first org-anization," as well as
an enjoyable occasion from a social
standpoint. The attendance was large,
the weather fine and St. Louis, with its
well-known hospitality, contributed
much toward the pleasure of those who
attended. Two large bouquets of roses
which adorned the president's table
expressed the welcome of the St. Louis
Florist's Club, and the Mayor of the
city, in a most cordial speech, wel-
comed the members of the association
on behalf of all the citizens. An invi-
tation to the annual Shaw banquet was
extended to the members of the con-
vention by the trustees of the Missouri
Botanical Gardens, which invitation
was accepted with due appreciation of
the high compliment it implied.
Hon. N. J. Colman, Secretary of Ag-
riculture under the Cleveland Adminis-
tration, delivered an eloquent address
of welcome on behalf of St. Louis and
the State of Missouri. He referred to
the period when he, as member of the
American Association of Nurserymen,
had been twice made its president, and
said: "My friends, I have coveted this
opportunity of again meeting you. I
know that many of us are bound by
the ties of friendship which will last
as long as we shall travel the Ji^urney
of life. It is, perhaps, the last time
that I may ever have the opportunity
of meeting you and addressing you, but
I bid you God-speed in the good work
in which you are engaged. There is no
vocation in life more useful. If a man
is classed a public benefactor who has
made two blades of grass grow where
one grew before, what shall be said of
the nurserymen, who have caused mil-
lions of trees, millions of flowers and
millions of shrubs to grow where none
ever grew before? You are the mis-
sionaries in a noble work."
Hon. Silas Wilson, who presided over
the convention, made a brief and fitting
response to the addresses of welcome,
after which the business of the day
was taken up.
The president, in his annual address,
referred to the bill formulated by the
convention of Entomologists and Fruit
Growers at Washington, D. C, on
March 5th, 1897, known as the Federal
Insect or San Jose Scale bill, which, if
It should become a law without amend-
ment or modification, would certainly
work unreasonable hardship upon the
nurserymen of the country. He said:
"While I am in sympathy with the dis-
position manifested by the Fruit Grow-
ers and Entomologists to stamp out
the San Jose Scale or other destructive
insects and diseases wherever found, I
am also in favor of the great nursery
interests of the United States being at
least consulted before such important
legislation should be enacted; I have,
therefore, appointed a Committee on
Legislation— men of experience and
ability— in order that they might pre-
sent a report on this important sub-
ject at this meeting."
The report of the treasurer, Mr. N. A.
Whitney, showed a balance on hand of
$1,796.26.
A paper was then read by Hon. N. H.
Albaugh, Tadmor, O., entitled, "Insect
Laws, State or National; Which Shall
It be?"
The different States named their vice-
presidents for the ensuing year, who,
at the afternoon session, reported the
nomination of the following officers:
President, Irving Rouse, Rochester, N.
T.; vice-president, A. Albertson, Bridge-
port, Ind.; treasurer, N. A. Whitney,
Franklin Grove, 111.; secretary, George
C. Seager, Rochester, N. T. Executive
Committee — C. L. Watrous, Des Moines,
la.; R. C. Berckmans, Augusta, Ga.;
F. A. Stannard, Ottawa, Kan. On mo-
tion the secretary cast the ballot of the
convention for these officers for the en-
suing year and they were declared duly
elected.
Place ot Meeting.
The report of the vice-presidents
named Omaha, Neb., as the next place
of meeting, which was opposed by
many of the Eastern members, who
suggested as a compromise that Detroit
or Chicago be named. It was urged on
behalf of Omaha that the Trans-Mis-
sissippi Exposition to be held in that
city next year would prove an addi-
tional attraction, while it was stated
on the other hand that on account of
its being so far west, the Eastern mem-
bers would be unable to attend. The
matter was finally decided by ballot in
favor ot Omaha, that city receiving five
more votes than Chicago.
Transportation Rates.
Mr. Brooke, of Kansas, chairman
of the Transportation Committee, made
an oral report in which he said: There
was $500 placed at the disposal of the
committee by this association last
year; we did not expend a cent of the
association's money, but we accom-
plished a great deal of good by way of
freight rates, mostly with the western
department. The Western Transporta-
tion Committee placed a hardship upon
the Western people by making trees in
bulk at the Class A rate. We succeeded
by manipulation and by conferring
with railroad men of our railroads in
securing a reduction in that respect.
Now I would like to recommend that
a committee be appointed to act for
the Western classification people on
these two points: First, request the
railroad people to reduce the size of a
bundle to be admitted as first-class
from 100 pounds to 60 pounds; second,
that in case of shipments for short dis-
tances of a considerable number of
trees, though not reaching carload
rates, that a Class A rate be made in-
stead of a one and one-half rate. I
would also suggest that steps be taken
to help the men in the South out of the
high rates that they have at present.
The railroad men of the country are
gentlemanly men; they are always
ready and willing to go in and examine
with you and will right a wrong wher-
ever it exists; such has been the case
so far.
It was moved and carried that the
present Committee on Transportation,
consisting of N. H. Albaugh, Irving
Rouse, A. L. Brooke, W. F. Heikes and
Silas Wilson, be continued and a vote
of thanks was tendered the committee
for its efforts during the past year.
San Jose Scale.
Professor W. B. Alwood, Virginia
Agricultural Experiment Station, then
spoke on the subject of "Inspection in
Relation to Suppression of San Jose
Scale." The speaker said in part:
At the present time, from my own
record, I know that nineteen States on
the Atlantic and adjacent States in-
land are infested with the San Jose
scale. How the scale came into the
Eastern part of the United States it is
not necessary to go into now, except to
say that it came on nursery stock from
California and for five or six years it
was spreading upon the eastern half
of this continent in the nurseries and
orchards before we had the first inkling
that there was a San Jose scale this
side of California except in our cabi-
nets. It is now four years since the
first case was known and it is only dur-
ing the last eighteen months that we
have fully to realize the extent of the
dissemination of the San Jose scale in
the East. I may say further that it is
only within the last few weeks that we
have had brought to our attention
some of those alarming cases where the
scale has existed right under the nose
01 specialists for years without having
been detected. Now these cases which
I shall cite are all arguments for the
necessity of most thorough inspection
laws, so that we shall now be able,
by the facts brought out by inspection,
to provide such measures, whatever
they may be, as will stop the further
dissemination of this scale as it has
been heretofore widely disseminated.
The speaker stated that a law had
been passed by the State of Virginia
providing for the appointment of in-
spectors and giving them almost abso-
lute power in regard to treatment of
infected premises, and stated that in the
first two days' work after his appoint-
ment as such inspector he had located
ten cases where the scale had never
been known before. He then went on
to cite a large number of cases where
the scale was found to have existed for
some time, and its presence had not
been suspected, and where only a
prompt destruction of the infected
stock could prevent the infection from
spreading farther. He said, "I do not
believe in treating nursery stock for
the scale. I believe in burning it."
A case of scale was found to exist.
Professor Alwood went on to say, with-
in a few steps of the door of the Hor-
ticultural Building ot Cornell Univer-
sity—had been there for three years
without having been detected, and was
only found the other day by a man
from the Experiment Station. The
scale is adapting itself to different cli-
matic conditions; it has been found in
the mountainous regions of Virginia at
a height ot 2,000 feet; in Western New
York and as far north as Canada. It
infests all the deciduous fruit trees that
belong to the rosaceae; among trees it
infests the black walnut, the American
chestnut, the American and European
Lindens, the Catalpa, Cut-leaf Birch,
etc. There is at present no case on
record where fruit has disseminated
the scale, its spread generally taking
place from branch to branch where
trees are planted closely together, and
in one case at least the infection was
carried from place to place by peach
gatherers who had brushed up the scale
with their garments.
Professor Alwood's discourse was lis-
tened to with marked attention and the
numerous questions and remarks which
it elicited bore testimony to the deep
interest with which nurserymen at the
present time regard this subject.
Legislative Report.
The report of the Legislative
Committee was then called for and the
chairman. Colonel Watrous, presented
the following bill, for which he asked
the endorsement of the convention:
AN ACT.
To provide rules and regulations for the
Inspection of trees, plants, shrubs, vines,
grafts, cuttings and buds, commonly
known as nursery stock, imported Into
the United States. And for rules and reg-
ulations tor the inspection ot trees, plants,
shrubs, vines, grafts, cuttings and buds,
commonly known as nursery stock, grown
with the United States, which become
subjects of Inter-State commerce.
Section 1. Be it enacted by the Senate
and House of Representatives ot the
United States of America in Congress as-
sembled, that all trees, plants, shrubs,
vines, grafts, cuttings and buds, com-
monly known as nursery stock. Imported
Into the United States from foreign coun-
tries, shall be subject to Inspection in the
hands of the owner, and before reshlp-
ment, sale or planting out, according to
rules and regulations prescribed by the
Secretary ot Agriculture, and when so
Inspected and found apparently free from
injurious insects or diseases the certifi-
cate of the officer making such examina-
tion and finding shall be Issued to the
owner or owners of such nursery stock.
A copy of this certificate shall be at-
tached to and accompany each carload,
box. bale or package, and when so at-
tached and accompanying shall operate
to release all such nursery stock from
further Inspection, quarantine or restric-
tions In inter-State commerce.
Sec. 2. Whenever It shall appear to the
Secretary ot Agriculture that any for-
eign country shall have provided proper
and competent Inspection tor nursery
stock about to be imported into this
country, he may by proclamation
vided tor In Section 1 of this act. This
acceptation by the Secretary of Agricul-
ture shall operate to relieve ail such nur-
sery stock when accompanied by a copy
ot the certificate ot Inspection from fur-
ther restrictions in inter-State commerce.
Sec. 3. All trees, plants, shrubs, vines
and buds, commonly known as nursery
stock, grown within the United States,
may become subjects ot inter-State com-
merce, under the rules and regulations as
hereinafter provided. The Secretary ot
Agriculture shall cause to be inspected
jects of inter-State commerce, and which
are about to be transported from one
State or Territory or the District ot Co-
lumbia into another State or Territory or
the District of Columbia. This exami-
nation shall be made prior to September
1 of each year in the manner provided for
and prescribed by the Secretary of Ag-
riculture, and if such nursery stock is
found to be apparently free from danger-
ously injurious Insects or diseases, the
certificate ot the officer making such ex-
amination and finding shall be Issued to
the owner or owners of such nursery
stock, a copy of which certificate shall
be attached to and accompany each car-
load, box. bale or package and when so
attached and accompanying shall operate
to release all such nursery stock from
further Inspection, quarantine or restric-
tion in inter-State commerce.
Sec. 4. That It shall be unlawful for any
person, persons or corporation to deliver
to any other person, persons or corpora-
tion or to the postal service of the United
States (except for scientific purposes, or
by permission of the Secretary of Agri-
culture) for transportation from one State
or Territory or the District ot Columbia,
to any other State or Territory or the
District of Columbia, any trees, plants,
shrubs, vines or other nursery stock
which have not been examined In accord-
ance with the provision ot Section 3 ot
which, on said examination
firm or corporation who shall forge, coun-
terfeit or knowingly alter, deface or de-
stroy any certificate or copy thereof, as
provided for in this act. and In the regu-
lations ot the Secretary of Agriculture,
or shall In any way violate the provisions
of this act shall be deemed guilty ot a
misdemeanor, and on a conviction thereof
shall be punished by a fine not to exceed
$500 nor less tharf $200, or by imprison-
ment, not to exceed one year, or both, at
the discretion ot the court.
Sec. 5. The rules and regulations herein
provided for shall be promulgated on or
before the first day ot July of each year.
Sec. 6. That the sum ot $100,000, or so
much thereof as may be necessary, is
hereby appropriated out of any moneys
in the Treasury of the United States, not
otherwise appropriated, to carry into ef-
fect the provisions of this act.
Sec. 7. This act shall take effect on and
after the 30th day of June, 1898.
After a lengthy discussion the con-
vention voted to recommend the bill
and urge its passage by Congress.
A resolution was also adopted, asking
the Governor of Illinois to veto a cer-
tain bill relating to the nursery trade
which had passed the Illinois Legis-
lature and was now before the Gover-
nor for his signature, on the ground
that the bill was oppressive in its na-
ture and would work great hardship,
both to the people of the State of Illi-
nois and to the nurserymen of the
whole country.
Committees and Reports.
At the close, of the first day's ses-
sion the president appointed the fol-
lowing committees: On president's ad-
dress—W. J. Peters, Ohio; H. J. Weber,
Missouri; W. F. Heikes, Alabama.
Treasurer's report — Mr. Ilgenf ritz, Mich-
igan; Peter Youngers, E. M. Sherman,
Iowa. Exhibits— J. W. Manning, Mas-
sachusetts: O. M. Dennis, Illinois; Mr.
Hobbs, Indiana. Necrology— T. S. Hub-
bard, New York; J. Van Lindley, North
Carolina; M. Bisseli, Virginia. Resolu-
tions—A. L. Brook, Kansas; Mr. Al-
baugh, Ohio; Mr. Harrison, Maryland.
The work of the second day's session
was begun by hstening to the reports
of various committees.
The Committee on Exhibits present-
ed the following report: "We find the
following exhibits: By E. H. Reil, Al-
ton, 111., Ruby strawberry; large, even
size; conical, bright red; moderately
firm; tart; plant apparently strong,
vigorous, healthy and productive.
A. H. Griesa, Lawrence, Kan., Fink
apples in a good state of preservation,
showing it to be a long keeper. He
also exhibits a branch of Superb Apri-
cot, showing good size and productive-
D.Hill, Dundee, HI., shows forty-four
species and twenty-one varieties of
evergreens, showing the rarer kinds of
Picea pungens, Abies concolor and Pi-
nus ponderosa. One three-year-old
specimen of the latter measures one
inch in diameter, three feet in height.
F. G. Sanders & Son, of Plaindealing,
La., showed ripe Eureka peaches, Biery,
Abundance and Norman plums and
Margarett apples; also a specimen of
variegated-leaved Liquidambar.
M. B. Fox, of the Rochester Litho-
graphing Company, made a good ex-
hibit of lithograph plates of fruits,
fiowers, etc., plate books and bindings
tor nurserymen's use.
J. Horace McFarland, ot Harrisburg,
Pa., nurserymen's catalogues and
printing, photographs of fruits, flowers,
etc., also Bailey's Rural Science and
Garden Craft Series.
J. P. Sinnock, of Moberly, Mo., a spec-
imen of variegated-leaved ash, a sport
from the native green ash.
E. H. Ricker, of the Elgin Nursery
Company, seventeen specimens of seed-
ling evergreens (mostly two years), two
of European Larch, all vigorous and
healthy; also samples of baled moss for
nurserymen's use.
Joseph Neine, of Jacksonville, 111.,
samples ot well-rooted Irish Juniper
cuttings.
Dayton Fruit Tree Label Company, a
very full and artistic display of tree
and plant labels.
Hiram T. Jones, of New York, shows
specimens of Rosa rugosa stock for
working tree roses on, grown by J.
Blaauw, Boskoop, Holland.
Z. K. Jewett, of Sparta, Wis., sam-
ples of live SphE Tnum moss for nur-
serymen and florists' use.
F. L. Williams, I'amavoa, 111., a de-
vice for transplanting small stocks and
plants.
An exhibit ot Sneed peaches from
Tennessee was of such taking quality
as to be all gone when the committee
reached the basket.
June ig, 1897.
The Pl-orists* Exchhnge.
591
The report of the Committee on Res-
olutions expressed thanlts to the Mayor
of St. Louis, the managers of Shaw's
Botanicai Garden and several others
who had contributed to the comfort
and pleasure of the members; also con-
gratulated the out-going president.
Hon. Silas Wilson, and his corps of
helpers on the success of their labors
the past year, and expressed thanks
for the vigilance manifested in their re-
spective positions.
The Tariff Committee reported that
as a result of their efforts there had
been secured a duty of $1 per thousand
on Myrobolan plums, Mahaleb and
Mazzard cherries, three years old or
less; ?1.75 per thousand on apples,
pears, quinces and plums, three years
old or under; three cents each on roses,
budded, grafted or on their own roots;
$1.75 per thousand on all kinds of ever-
green seedlings, three years old or un-
der, transplanted or not; also that 26
per cent, ad valorum has been placed
on all kinds of trees, shrubs, vines or
material known as nursery stock.
The Committee on Necrology report-
ed the deaths of the following: J. S.
Sears and Lemuel Herendeen, of Ge-
neva, 111.; J. G. Bubach, of Princeton,
111.; Robert Douglass, of Waukegan,
111., one of the original members of the
association, and active in organizing
the same; W. M. Samuels, of Clinton,
Ky., pomologist.
A resolution was adopted endorsmg
the application of F. G. Withoft, of
Dayton, O., as a special agent under
the Secretary of Agriculture of the
United States.
In view of the fact that much dissat-
isfaction had been expressed by East-
ern members on account of the place
of meeting of the association having
been located so far west, the following
resolution was introduced by Mr.
Brooke, of Kansas, and adopted:
•■Resolved, That the places of the
meetings of this association shall not
be located either East or West of a
line of the meridian of the city of Chi-
cago for more than two years in suc-
Hydrocyanic Acid Gas.
Professor W. B. Alwood gave a
short talk on "Treatment of Nursery
Stock by Hydrocyanic Acid Gas Pro-
cess," saying that this treatment was
only used as a precautionary measure
within infected districts; treating stock
not yet infested, but destroying that
which had become infested. The
method of treatment prescribed by him
is briefly as follows: A small building
about 10 feet square, from 71/2 to lOVa
feet high, is closely packed with nur-
sery stock. The building is provided
with a door 3 feet wide, a partition
running through the centre and a trap
door at the top for the purpose of ven-
tilation. An earthenware or porcelain
fumigating pot is placed inside the
door, cyanide of potash is placed in the
vessel, water poured over the same and
then to this is added the sulphuric
acid, which generates the gas by de-
composing the cyanide of potash. The
door is immediately closed and remains
closed for thirty or forty minutes, after
which the trap door is pulled down and
the air permitted to go through the
room for at least ten minutes before a
man may venture into the room. This
process has been highly recommended
by good authority from the Pacific
coast, and so far as used in the East
has protected stock from infection.
Piece Roots vs Whole Roots
Mr. E. J. Holman, of Leaven-
worth, Kan., read a very brief paper
entitled. "Piece Roots vs. Whole
Roots," and offered a resolution en-
dorsing the piece-root method of prop-
agating apple trees, which resolution,
however, was laid on the table.
Wliolasale Prices to Planters.
Colonel C. L. Watrous, of Des
Moines, la., read a paper entitled.
"Should Wholesale Lists Be Sent to
Planters?" He said, in part: Every
wholesale grower who is tempted to
send his trade and surplus lists to
planters, ought to buy a copy of the
old book and commit to memory the
fable of the avaricious man who killed
the goose which laid for him a golden
egg every day. When the wholesaler
sends his prices to planters in hopes of
selling more stock, he kills the busi-
ness of the retailer, who, by himself or
his agents, through heat and cold and
hunger and discomfort, visits the scat-
tered homesteads and urges sales to
planters. It would be a public calamity
of serious proportions if you could
starve out of business the host of small
nurserymen and dealers who grow
some stock, push sales to planters and
buy at wholesale whatever they lack
One wholesale list will spoil the sales-
man's work in a neighborhood prob-
ably only one man will buy and he is
liable to delay action till the season
is past. If he buys the wholesalei has
gained one sale, but he has done what
he could to kill the goose which has
brought him golden eggs, and would
have continued to do so if the knife
had been kept out of its vitals The
wholesale trade cannot prosper unless
the retailer is allowed to make a living
The retailer can make sales among
his friends and neighbors which the
distant wholesaler cannot, and the
community is vastly benefited m the
long run by their missionary efforts in
procuring the sale and planting of
wholesome fruits and stately trees and
beautiful flowers. We shall never have
too much of this work, but may easily
have too little of it. and, in spite of all
his sins, the tree missionary has done
a mighty work in turning the wilder-
ness of our vast country into fruitful
and smiling homes, fit for the health,
the comfort and the pleasure of the
most luxurious people on earth. It
takes a vast expenditure of energy and
personal magnetism to persuade men
to pay money for trees and plants
which will bring no profit for several
years; but the country needs the plant-
ing. Homes adorned and enriched with
abundant fruits and trees and flowers
are the hope and the best heritage of
the nation, and the good that the tree
missionary does in making them what
they are will live and bless the land
long after his sins are forgotten.
After a brief discussion, in which sev-
eral members complained of the in-
juries wrought by the pernicious prac-
tice of sending trade lists broadcast
throughout the land, a motion was
made that the convention heartily en-
dorse the sentiments expressed by Col-
onel Watrous in his paper, which mo-
tion was unanimously adopted by a
rising vote.
The Nurserymen.
Professor Fred W. Card, of the
University of Nebraska, read a paper
entitled, "The Nurseryman as an Ed-
ucator," in which he said: The watch-
word of modern times is "education,"
and education is as much needed in
building a home as in constructing an
engine. Too often education in matters
of tree planting has been received at
the hands of the tree agent with a re-
sult which has been unsatisfactory to
nurseryman and planter alike. At first
thought it might seem to be to the
nurseryman's interest to have trees
fail in order that he might have the op-
portunity of selling the same bill over
again; but this is evidently a very nar-
row and short-sighted view; for, if I
mistake not, the man who is most
ready to buy trees is not the man who
has fewest, but the man who has most.
If this be true no one is more inter-
ested than the nurseryman in seeing
the greatest possible success on the
part of the planter. The man who suc-
ceeds with grapes this year may try
cherries next year, peaches the third
and at last may be induced over into
the field of ornamentals, where the
limit will never be reached. The nur-
seryman may have no use whatever
for theories and idealizations, but upon
what does the business of the nursery-
man depend? Upon aspirations after
the ideal. Were there no idealists, the
nurseryman would be in some other
business, for there would be no market
for his goods. You say that fruit forms
a most important article of diet, which
is true, but why? Because we are
searching after the ideal in food as in
everything else. The production of or-
namentals, which caters only to a love
for the beautiful is another form of as-
piration for the ideal. The more the
love of the beautiful is cultivated the
greater will be the demand for trees
and plants to make green the face of
the earth. , , . ..,,
An invitation was extended to the
members of the convention by Stark
Bros., of Louisiana, Mo., to visit their
nurseries at that point, they having
chartered the new Mississippi River
steamboat "Dubuque" for the purpose
of conveying their guests up the river
to the place to be visited. Many of the
members, with the ladies accompanying
them, availed themselves of this kind
invitation.
3ANTHEMUMS.
ALTERNANTHERA.
A. AMABILIS and A. NANA, (red and Kreen)
■ ■ ,, tl.iH per 100 : tl2.00 Dei 1000.
CHAS. T. DARLING.
stroDR plants.
■ Brooli, I,. I.,N.Y.
we liegm at ouce « ith the ceutLi beULhcs
I select mj varieties ac ording to the height
th v will attain If large lots are planted
It 19 good to have the earlier ones together
followed by midseason varieties finishing
up with late ones say one house for early
one tor midseason, one for late. But if you
have to do it all in one house, I would pay
more attention to the height, as you will
have to wait until all are cut any way,
before you can clean out in the fall.
I have low benches about one foot above
the floor of the house ; these give plenty of
top room tor the plants, which ought to be
7 leet clear above the ground; that is
enough for the tall growers
1 do my planting in cross rows, so that
the front plants don't shade those in the
rear, but grow of even height. Let the
varieties always ru-j out the full row, si
ing at the entrance of the house with the
lowest and gradually going to the other
end with the tallest Major Bonnaffon
and Helen Bloodgood are good for the start-
ing point, followed by such varieties as
Madame Felix Perrin, Betty Bock, for
medium height, finishing with Eugene
Dailledouze, Mrs. Potter Palmer. The
house will always look well when the
plants are growing.
My houses run south and north, but if
they run east and west, it answers the
same purpose. I give them a little white-
wash shade, which will wash off in course
of time, for later on, when the plants
don't need any shade. The airing is done
at the top and along the sides; and if there
is no .side ventilation, take out some of the
glass, which will answer the same purpose.
Have your ventilation all facing one way,
either east or south, and you will not be
troubled with mildew during the season.
Before I finish, I would advise all florists
who grow for their own retail trade, to try
from ten to twenty new varieties, which
can easily be selected from a long list. This
gives a little spice to the men, to your-elt
and your customers, and the money spent
tor plants will always come back to you ;
andat the same time you will be sure to
find some which are well adapted to your
own trade. TnEO. Bock.
BEDDING PLANTS.
S2.00 per 100.
Coleus, Golden Becider, Red Verschaffelti
imd Fire Briind. AKeratum, blue, 3 inch
pota. Golden Feverfew.
Cash with order.
J. & W. LEACH,
Cor. DeBoiseS-Ditmars Aves.L.l. City, N.Y.
WlhiiWritiiis lli'iition Florists' Exchange
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
The two earliest in their color.
Glory of the Pacific, pink - 12 00 per 100
John E. Lager, yellow - - 2 00 "
These are rooted cuttings, topped out and
RUDOLPH FISCHER, Great Neck, N. Y.
CASH WITH OIinER.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ALTERNANTHERAS
MONOMINAC, Micn.— P. H. Fuller, Green
Bay, has decided to locate here.
Jamestown, N. Y.— George L. Butchart
has leased the E. D. Spaulding greenhouses
on Spring street.
e-VERV KLORIST OWOHT TO
II«»«»EHI» GLASS AGAINST
BAIL,.
For pwtlonlM* »ddieM
JOHN G.ESLBR.Seo'T. Saddle River, N.J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
LAST CALL.
A.J. BALDWIN, Newark, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
....COLEUS....
From 2j4 inch pots, best sorts at $1.50 per 100.
MME. SALL,EROI GERAMIVMS,
good plants at $2.00 per loo.
A few hundred BRITAMT, at $3.00 per 100.
Bushy plants COLEUS, about i foot high,
;$3.o
MRS. M. CAVANAUGH, Millers Corners,N.Y.
20,000 WELL -GROWN BEDDING PLANTS.
< inch, red Salvias, white and yellow Marguerites,
FuehslaB. double Petunias, Feierfew ana Uelln-
... _. . . . Carnations, for Summer
ler 100. a inch Periwinkle, var. and
100. 3 Inch Geraniums. Anttaemls,
HI'GU BOOK,
GERANIUMS
Sl.CO per 100 1 813.00 der 1000.
Fine plants, well-grown, from 2 in. pots, would make
Firebrand, Wnlte Swan, Gea. Grant, .Mme. Sallerol.
Beaonla Argentea Uullnta, fine plants, 6 to
8 in high, tl .60 per 100 : tl5 00 per ICOO,
PelarEonlum Robt. Green, and Geranium
HapPF ThoUEhl, »2.00 per 100.
FAIRVIEW FLORAL CO., Beatty, Ohio.
When 'n'riting Mention Florists' Exchange
ASTER PLANTS ITq^IJIT
Market, Perfection, and Comet, ready to pi
out, by mail, 50c. per 100; $4 per 1000 by expi
SEEDLING ASTERS
Seiuple'8 White, $i.oo per 1000.
•MUMS, 12 standard varieties, $1,50 per im,.
For other stock see last issue of Exchange.
A. & G. ROSBACH, Pemberton, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
NE"W HYDRANGEA
OTARSA fflONSTROSA
This variety Is an improvement on all e.xi8t-
inir sorts and hours flowers of Immense size.
Nice liranebiDK plants from 3 in. pots. |3.60 per
100; $30.00 per 1000.
JOHN A, DOYLE, Springfield, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
Best well tried standard and newer yanetles,
Inoludlug
Glorie du Pacific.
Krom2', Inch pots. atS'j.OO per liuutlred.
GREVILLEA ROBUSTA. 3 and I'li In. pots,
lOtoHln. hiah.McH. perOoi.: 4 in. pots, 18 to 24
in. high, fl.OOperdoz.
CASH WITH ORDER PLEASE.
W. G. KRIBER," ll?:'.r M8W Bedford, Mass.
20,000 ASTERS.
Truffaiifs Perfection, 4 colors.
'Victoria Perfection, 4 colors.
Semple's Strain, 4 colors.
Also Vellow Qallled.
Per 100, by mail, 75o.: per 1000, by express. $6.
JE'WKI.. or BALI. ASTKR, new,
;! inch pots, $2.00.
30,000 SIMII.AX, from 2 Inch pots, per
100, $1.60;
Cash wl
■ 1000, $1'_>
pie
GE0R6E J. HUOHES, Barlln.N.J,
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
5&1S
The Florists' Exchange.
QOESTIOH BOX.
OPEN TO ALL FREE TO ALL
Aniwer5 Solicited from Those Who Koow.
(102) Destructive Mice — How can I
rid my beds of alternanthera and ge-
raniums of mice? These pests are very
destructive; they carry away into their
burrows a whole plant at a time. Any
information on how to destroy the mice
or prevent their depredations will be
welcomed by H. & D.
(103) Heating and Pipingr Green-
liouses. — "W'e have remodeled our green-
houses and now have five and a violet
frame and desire advice on heating and
piping same. We have 600 feet of four-
inch pipe and 300 feet of two-inch, and
after using the four-inch would like
to put in two-inch for the remainder.
The heater is a six-section Carmody,
which we will replace, or we will add
new sections to the one we now have,
as may be suggested by you. Please
answer the following questions:
(a) The best system of laying the
pipes; (b) size of heater to heat 8,000
square feet of glass and 840 feet of wall
surface, and the best heater to use;
(c) the highest point of system and
height of this above heater; (d) is it
best to use liot water under pressure
or level; (e) where shall we put vents?
(f) what height should the chimney be
and the location of the same? (g) by
having valves on the system can we
control the flow and heat of any of the
houses, and if so where to locate the
valves? J. C. FLORAL CO., Kansas.
—The plan submitted shows the fol-
lowing arrangement of the houses:
Height Temp.
No. Width. Length, of ridge, desired.
1 18 ft. 70 ft. 12 ft. 60 degrees.
12 ft.
70 ft.
8 ft.
22 ft.
70 ft.
16 ft.
12 ft.
70 ft.
9 ft.
20 ft.
50 ft.
18 ft.
5 ft.
70 ft.
4 ft.
40
The first four run east and west with
No. 6 along the south wall of No. 4,
while No. 5 runs north and south along
the west ends of the other houses. The
heater now in use is located in the
dwelling house cellar at about the mid-
dle of the north side of the range.
In a general way the following an-
swers to the questions proposed will be
helpful: (a) The four-inch pipe can
be used for the return pipes for the
other houses and to supply about eight
runs in No. 6. If the heater is to be
located as at present I would suggest
that a main flow pipe be carried from
it through No. 1 and along the east wall
of No. 5 at such a height that the door-
ways will not be obstructed; from this
pipe take off supply pipes for colls on
each side of each of the houses; drop
these pipes to the level of the coils,
which should contain two-inch pipes as
follows: House No. 1, two coils, five
pipes each; No. 2, two coils, three pipes
each; No. 3, three coils, six pipes each;
No. 4, two coils, three pipes each; No.
6, one coil of two pipes. The coils
should be connected by a single pipe to
the return pipe, which should run
across the ends of the houses and then
to the heater. A two-inch will carry
the water from the pit, but this should
be gradually increased as the other
coils are added until it reaches four-
inch, when the middle coil in house No.
3 has been taken on. This should then
be carried through No. 1 to the heater,
and another return should take in the
remaining coil in house No. 3 and those
in Nos. 1 and 2, in the same manner.
(b) I can suggest three arrangements
for a heater. One would be to retain
the present heater, as it is to supply
house No. 5, and put in a new heater
for the remaining houses. The new
heater should have about ten square
feet of grate surface and a heating sur-
face of about 200 square feet. It may
be the Carmody or any of the other
heaters on the market, or it may be a
coil boiler, either like some of the de-
signs recently shown in The Exchange
or a steam boiler with the entire space
tilled with tubes. Another way would
be to put in a new Carmody boiler with
a grate surface of eight square feet and
increase the present boiler to the same
size. One of these boilers would an-
swer in mild weather and the other
could be held in reserve for severe
weather or accidents. The boilers
should be yoked together, but should
have valves on both flows and returns
so that either can be cut out in case
of breakage. The third plan would be
to take out the boiler now in use and
put in a new boiler large enough to
supply the entire range. This should
have a grate surface of about twelve or
fourteen square feet and a heating
surface of about three hundred feet,
making a twenty-horse power boiler,
(c) The highest part of the system
should be directly above the boiler if
possible, or if this cannot be arranged
have the highest point of the flows
near where the first coils are taken off,
which will give a down-hill system of
piping, (d) I should at all events use
an elevated expansion tank, but should
not care to put tlie four-inch pipe un-
der much pressure. If the first plan
regarding the heaters is adopted it will
be possible to have houses 1, 2, 3, 4 and
6 in a separate system that can be
run either under pressui'e or not, as
may be decided on. (e) No vents will
in a great measure prevent black spot
of the rose. It may be possible to have
better results by using it stronger on
plants growing outdoors, as the foUage
on them is much tougher than that pro-
duced under glass. It is a simple mat-
ter, however, to experiment on a few
plants and note the results.— H. H.
Flowering Trees and Shrubs.
Staphylea colchica is very noticeable
in early spring by reason of its teem-
ing clusters of pure white flowers. It
is not particular as to soil, is perfectly
hardy, and does well in a partially-
shaded place.
Spiraea prunifolia, fl. pi., better
known as Bridal Wreath, is a common
garden favorite and in its flowering
season is unsurpassed for profusion of
Staphylea colchica.
be required if the expansion tank is
connected at the highest part of the
system, but if this is not the case there
should be one at all of the points in the
pipe from which there is a downward
slope in both directions, as if this is
not done the air will be prevented from
escaping and the circulation will be
prevented, (f) Prom forty to fifty feet,
depending on the kind of heater se-
lected, as well as the size of the flue,
(g) Yes. The heat can be regulated or
entirely shut oft from any coil if there
is a gate or angle valve at the lower
end of each coil. L. R. TAFT.
(104) Formula for Spraying Roses.
—In May 22 issue of Florist's Exchange
you write: "1 pound sulphate of copper
dissolved in 3 quarts of ammonia; use
of this mixture 1 pint to a barrel of
water." If, as presumed, the barrel
means 40 to 45 gallons of water, the
quantity of sulphate of copper in the
spraying liquid will amount to only
one-fourth per thousand; very little.—
CONTICH.
—I have found this formula quite
strong enough to eradicate mildew, and
bloom. Literally, one may cut its
shoots of dazzling white fiowers by the
yard.
Cercis canadensis, one of the Judas
trees, is a noteworthy tree, having fiow-
ers of rich magenta rose, which appear
just before the leaves. When the tree
has attained a little size it flowers with
such lavish profusion as to quite hide
the branches. It will grow anywhere.
Kerria Japonica. — In its double form
this is found in many gardens, which
are enlivened throughout nearly the
entire year by its brilliant double yel-
low flowers. Given a fairly good loamy
soil this plant will flourish in almost
any situation.
Berberis Hakodati.— This delightful
berberis is an introduction from Japan,
and has proven itself hardy at Dosoris
Park, L. I., the specimen from which
our picture was taken having been
grown on the Pratt estate.
Viburnum lantanoides ranks among
the most useful of the viburnums, and
is one of the best growers. It deserves
recognition, also, from the fact that it
is American, being indigenous to the
New England States.
New York Florists' Club.
neetlng and Exhibition.
The Florists' Club met on Monday
evening. Vice-president Plumb in the
chair. President Henshaw not yet having
returned from his European trip. The
attendance during the afternoon and
evening was quite large. A Committee
of Arrangements in connection with
matters pertaining to the forthcoming
convention of the S. A. P., at Provi-
dence, in August next, was appointed
consisting of Messrs. W. F. Sheridan,
W. A. Prosser and Julius Lang. The
officers of the club, in conjunction with
the Board of Trustees, will form a Re-
ception Committee, with a view to ex-
tending the club's hospitality to all
delegates from other cities who may
pass through New York en route to the
convention. It is very likely that the
trip will be made by boat, but definite
information on this subject will be fur-
nished later.
Mr. Manda stated that a committee
had waited upon Professor Goodell, of
Harvard, and he had agreed to deliver
a lecture, illustrated by stereoptlcon
views, on the subject of tropical plant
life in its native home. This alone will
be worth attending the convention to
hear and see.
Mr. Esler stated that an interesting
progi-amme, both as regards entertain-
menl and beneficial work, had been
prepared and he hoped to see a large
representation from New York and
vicinity.
There were eight exhibitors of sea-
sonable flowers, the exhibition being
held in the hall below the club room.
Mr. Withers read the report of the
judges, which was to the effect that
they had awarded the club's silver
medal to Mr. Miller, of the Oasis Nur-
sery Co., Westbury Station, L. I., for
an exhbit of 154 varieties of pjeonias,
and a certificate of merit for collection
of iris. Among the paeonias were La
Superba, a beautiful Daybreak pink:
Vansuville, pure white, with double
rose centre; M. Dupont, almost white,
slightly tipped with scarlet; La Quin-
tin, dark red, and Claude de Lorrain,
rose color.
The club's silver medal was awarded
to John Lewis Childs, Floral Park, N.
Y., for a collection of over fifty kinds of
herbaceous fiowers. Noticeably among
them were Hymenocallis calathinum,
Lychnis viscaris fl. pi.; Spira;a filipen-
dula, Lilium Parryii, Iris Hispanica
William I., Blanche Superb andLilacens,
and Iris Germanica Gluck.
A certificate of merit was given to
Pitcher & Manda for a similar collec-
tion, among them being fine vases of
Thermopsis caroliniana, Agrostemma
coronoria and Gaillardia grandiflora;
also to W. A. Manda for a general col-
lection. In the latter were fifteen va-
rieties of Scotch pinks (Dianthus plu-
marius) little beauties, and hybrid ru-
gosa roses (R. rugosa, M. Hoste). re-
garding which the committee will make
a report after inspection of the plants
at Mr. Manda's place on Thursday
next. The same exhibitor had a vase
of very fine Coreopsis Harvest Moon,
several kinds of fox-gloves, sweet Wil-
liams, Centranthus rosea and Lilium
Grayii.
A cultural certificate was awarded
to M. B. Dihm, Ardsley, N. Y., for nine
varieties of sweet peas, including
Katherine Tracy, with very long stems;
Ovid, Blanche, Burpee, Dorothy Ten-
nant. Firefly, Emily Eckford. Princess
Beatrice and Blanche Ferry; and to C.
Besold, Mineola, N. Y.. for carnation
Mrs. Joost. C. W. Ward, Cottage Gar-
dens, Queens, N. Y., sent some excel-
lent spikes of Canna Burbank and Yel-
low Crozy, the former showing up in
fine condition. Siebrecht & Son, New
York, exhibited thirteen kinds of hardy
fiowers, among them an exquisite paeo-
nia, M. Andre, light pink, and a very
sweet-scented Philadelphus styrax ja-
ponica; also Lilium Crameri and a
spike of Canna Italia.
J. Logan, commenting on the va-
riety and beauty of the exhibits, stated
he was pleased to see so many old
friends, reminding one of olden days.
The fioral world in America in past
years had gone from the sublime to the
the tendency displayed to get back
again to loftier altitudes.
The club adjourned till the first regu-
lar meeting in September.
June 19. 1897.
Thb F^LORISTS' Exchknge.
593
He enumerated the characteristics
desirable in a good tulip. Form and
coloring were each necessary of consid-
eration, and neither need be given the
precedence over the other, but there
was further room for improvement in
term, such as in perfecting the round-
iifss of the cup. increasing the shoul-
der and the breadth of the segments;
al.'^c. in clearing the ground color and in
iiniir.iviiig the markings.
dis
bio
GOBBESFOIIDEllliL
insertion will be given in this
to all communications free from animus;
but the opinions expressed do not neces-
sariVu reflect our own.
A Mutual Fire Insurance Co.
I have been interested in all commu-
nications appearing in your paper upon
the subject of fire Insurance. Our firm
is paying insurance rates of $2 per
$100 per year on our greenhouses, while
we pay $1 per $100 for three years upon
our dwelling and barn near by. For
some years I have noted all greenhouse
fires, and do not believe that the losses
warrant the high rates charged. There
has been no greenhouse fire in this
vicinity tor several years. In fact, I
do not think there has been more than
one loss near here in the memory of
man.
The only possible hope of relief seems
to be through the mutual plan. The
objection to the mutual plan is the pos-
sibility of arson. It seems to be as-
sumed that florists are less honest in
this particular than others. I believe
the assumption is false, and that flor-
ists, as a class, are as honorable as any.
We know that the millers, the lum-
bermen and others successfully operate
mutual insurance. In fact, I do not
now recall any mutual insurance com-
pany which limits its risks to its own
class which has been unsuccessful for
any other reason than lack of intelli-
gent business methods. I assume that
our craft has sufficient brains to suc-
cessfully manage a mutual insurance
association if a moderate start could be
made. The flrst essential is a legal cor-
porate existence. The latest suggestion
of a plan is the formation of a Lloyds
under the New Jersey law. This Mr.
Esler states requires a cash investment
of $40 000 and a personal liability of
several wealthy land owners of the
State. This it would seem impossible
I desire to suggest a plan. A Mutual
Fire Insurance Company here procured
a charter some years ago under the
Indiana law. For a time it did a thriv-
ing business all over the country from
Minnesota to Florida. In the wreck
of mutual companies in 1S90 it tailed
and was placed in the hands of a re-
ceiver. It has. however, settled al
claims against it, and the receiver will
soon be discharged and the legal ex-
istence of the corporation be left in-
tact. The directors of the company dn
not desire to continue the business and
are willing to dispose of their chaitei'
rights for $2,500, the price they paid for
If polic
office in Indiana this company >
aid le-
on this charter, secure applications for
insurance from as many reputable flor-
ists as possible, taking not over $5,000
from any one person. At the outset
we would estimate the average rate at
$1 per hundred per year. Take pre-
mium notes tor five years' premiums,
assessable for fire losses only. It we
were able to secure acceptable applica-
tions sufllcient to make the premium
notes amount to say $50,000, we would
then issue the policies, notify an appli-
cants that their insurance was in force
and collect one year's premium, or one-
flfth of the premium notes, and there-
after each new application would ex-
ecute his note and pay the premium
for one year upon the acceptance of
the application and issuance of the
policy.
My idea would be to collect at the end
of the year another year's premium,
whether needed for flre losses or not.
and create a small reserve fund. Then
issue policies when desired for a cash
premium.
If you see fit to publish this commu-
nication and your readers are interest-
ed in it, I desire that every one favor-
ing the plan write me saying so and
stating the amount of insurance they
would carry if the plan was perfected.
I could then reprn t at the next S. A. F.
meeting what lli- j-i "-^i. « ts were, and
if favorable \\ ni 1 • 1 ti ir.it- a plan
and select ofli- ■ 1 Miinary. if
mond, Ind.; E. H. Michel and C. G.
Fleckenstein, of St. Louis, Mo.; W. N.
Rudd and J. C. Vaughan, Chicago, as
to ability to perfect this plan if the
florists desire it, but I would prefer
that some other person be selected
after the preliminary correspondence.
W. J. VESEY, Fort Wayne, Ind.
[We gladly open our columns for a
full discussion of Mr. Vesey's proposal
and hope that all florists interested in
the formation, of a Mutual Fire Insur-
ance Company will furnish us with
their opinions thereon, at the same
time forwarding a copy of their com-
munications to Mr. Vesey.— Ed.]
The Hybridization of Tulips and
Raising of Seedlings.
At the tulip conference held in Lon-
don. England, last month a paper on
this subject was presented and read.
From a report of same in the Garden-
ers' Chronicle we make the following
extracts:
The essayist commenced by insisting
upon the condition necessary in the
hybridization of any plant with a view
to obtaining improved progeny, viz.,
that of parentage. In the selection of
parents much thought and care were
essential. The hybridist need not be
careful to select "rectified" varieties
only, as breeders were just as good,
and, indeed, breeders generally carried
refer to Messrs. t-;. 1;. Hil
Rich-
ified
ety.
with li.sfs, c'tr.. othirwise flowers with
indefinite and undesirable markings
would result. Before any flower is fer-
tilized it was necessary to see that the
stigmatic surface was in a perfect con-
dition, and it should be guarded by a
shield of cotton-wool, as well from the
pollen of the same flower as from that
of others that might be conveyed by
bees, etc. This shield would have to be
removed when cross-fertilization was
to be effected, and this over the stigma
might be again guarded with a new
shield of the same material. The petals
would not wither immediately after
fertilization had occurred, as was the
case in many flowers; but when they
have dropped it was advisable to cut
off that part of the pistil above the
seed pod to prevent water from lodg-
ing, and thus causing decay. The seed
pod would swell rapidly during June
and July and ripen in August. At the
time the bulbs are usually lifted the
new bulb attached to a plant that has
been cross-fertilized may be detached
and lifted, and rested as ordinary ones.
It has borne no part in the development
of flower or seed. The seeds are best
sown as soon as ripe, or early in Sep-
tember, in boxes or pans, under glass,
if preferred, or in the open air, cover-
ing them about a quarter of an inch
deep. If the seed is not sown until
February the seedlings will be up in
May. They first appear similarly to
an onion, with one leaf only, and
though increasing each year in size, as
the bulb increases also, one leaf
only will be produced until the
bulb has reached its age to flower,
which will vary from four to seven or
eight years, according to whether the
bulb produces a "dropper bulb" or not
after the fourth year. If it produced a
"dropper bulb" the flowering stage is
considerably delayed. Seedlings should
be selected as soon as possible, though
it was not always advisable to pass
final judgment upon a variety for the
first few years. All seedlings exhibit-
ing poor form in the flowers should be
destroyed before they have become
"rectifled." Had this been strictly done
in earlier years, there would now be
fewer flamed and feathered varieties
with attenuated petals, possessing little
to recommend them, except satisfac-
tory markings. Generally the bizarres
showed the greatest development at
present in form and markings.
gaily do business in nearly all the
States of the Union.
It a sufficient number could be inter-
ested in the matter I would undertake
to start the business if desired.
My plan would be to get an option
594
The Pl-orists* Exchmnge.
THE TARIFF CHANGES
Dutiable at 30 Per Cent.— A New
ExelUSiVSly a Trada Papar Paragraph inserted for Orchids,
Entered at New York Poll Office as Second CteM Matter PalmS, Aza/eaS, Etc.
"^'^^^P^^^ll^i^^^^^^^^ The tariff sofarasitaffects the interests
of the florist, nurseryman and seedsman^
H. T, DELANIHflE PTG. Hi PUB. CO, LTD,, was discussed m the senate on Wednesday
last, and the following changes made :
2, 4, 6, 8 Duane St.. New York. j^ ^^„ paragraph was inserted, covering
P. 0. Boi, 1697. Telephone 2154 CortUndt plants as under ;
" Orchids, palms, dracsenas, crotons, and
REOISTERED CABLE ADDRESS azaleas, 30 per cent, ad valorem. Tulips,
(CommeTclsl Cable) Florex, New York, hyacinths, narcissi, jonquils, lilies, lilies of
the valley and all bulbs, bulbous roots, or
corms, which are cultivated for their
SUBSCRIPTIONS: flowers, 30 per cent, ad valorem. Natural
iSl.OO per year to United States, Canada and flowersof all kinds, preserved or fresh, suit-
t''rfe='s'fn°po!t'aCfo''o'.^?:ya'Siri^aTd°var^- able for decorative purposes, 30 per cent.
''''^flrltnui'ger°afte'?rice%T unless o'Le'iwtee On1?oc£, seedlings, etc., Mr, Allison
ordered. Back numbers can be supplied for the committee proposed several changes,
when wanted. making the rate on stocks, cuttings, etc, of
The date on address label shows when the sub- Myrobolan plum or Mahaleb or Mazzard
soription expires and is the subscribers cherry 50 cents and 15 per cent, ad valorem
receipt. No other receipt is sent. ^^^ j^ ^^^^^^ . ^^^^^^^ ^^^^ ^j p^^^^ ^^ppl^^
quince or St. Juliea plum, $1 and 15 per
advertisements: cent, ad valorem per 1000 plants: rose
Copy must reach this office not later than plants, 2}.^ cents each. The paragraph with
Thursday in order to secure insertion in issue the proposed changes was agreed to, and
of the following Saturday. „„,„ reads-
Rate, 81.U0 per Inch. Special positions .,,,, cf„(,k, puttines or seedlines of
eitra. Discounts on contracts of one mouth ,,■"''•. ^tocKS, cuttings, or seeaimgs oi
or longer Myrobolan plum, Mahaleb or Mazzard
Orders from unknown parties must be accom- cherry, three years old or less, 50 cents per
panied by cash or satisfactory references. thousand plants and 15 per cent, ad val-
. orem ; stocks, cuttings or seedlings of
rt # L pear, apple, quince, and the St. Julien
OUOSCriOerS plum, three years oW or less, and evergreen
Should give notice to the publishers at the ^ r^nf 'alVf fo^re'^TV^'prinTbrdlJi!
end of their time if they do not wish to grafted, or grown on their own roots, 2>^
continue taking paper, otherwise It is con- cents each ; stocks, cuttings and seedlings
tinned and payment expected. of "H 'ruit and ornamental trees decidu-
\_ ous and evergreen, shrubs and vines,
manetti, multiflora, and brier rose, and all
Exclusively a Trade Paper. trees, shrubs, plants and vines, commonly
■' ', known as nursery stock, not specially pro-
Thk Flomsts' Exchange is published vided for in this act, 25 per cent, ad
in the interests of those commercially valorem. ,, ,, .
•J ,.-c J -.u ^u ,^1 ■ .. o J J On onions Mr. Vest moved to reduce the
identified with the Florist, Seed and rate from 40 to 20 cents a bushel. He said
Nursery business. New subscribers are the Bermuda onion came here in the
... ,_ u-_ _j_ Winter months and did not come into corn-
requested to enclose business card or petition with the home crop of onions,
other proof of their connection with The effect, therefore, was to raise the price
these trades °' *'^^^ vegetable, one of the most whole-
some grown, without affording any pro-
tectlon. The amendment was rejected.
Contents *~*^ motion of Mr. Allison, the House
provision on garlic was restored and the
American Association OF NrRSERVMKN rate changed to three-fo rths cent per
690.69. pound.
Annandale Rose Show .... 598 On peas Mr. Allison proposed a com
Carnations 687 mittee modification, making the rate on
Cataloqdes Received 588 Peas, green in bulk, etc, 30 cents per
Changes in Business 691 ?"«>>«' i ^ried peas, 30 cents ; split peas,
CHBVSANTHEMUMS 591 ^oT^seedt^Mr.^ Hawley said he would
Correspondence 693 address a few remarks to the Finance
Exhibitions 588 Committee against the committee change
Experiment Station iiuLLtTI^s . . 694 reducing t e House rate on seeds not
Flowering Trees and Shrdbs (Ulus.; . 693 specially provided for from 40 to 25 per
Foreign Notes 6SS cent, ad valorem.
NEW York Florists- Clcb .... 692 „ ^r. Lindsay pointed out that "blue
„ .„ „ grass seed was on the free list, so that
NDBSERYMEN PRIVILEGED Charactehs . o87 Jfgw England ought to be satisfied with 25
Obitdart: ^ . ,^^ „ ,, „ „ per cent, on their seeds.
Charles Wright, Hon. J. S. Fay . . 594 xhe seed paragraph finally went over.
Question Box 598 It will be observed that the Senate has
Roses, A Plea for Garden . . .596 concurred in the duty on bulbs as specified
Seed Trade Report 687 in the Dingley Bill.
TARIFF, Changes ON the . . .694 As regards bulb orders these have been
Trade Notes- placed subject to the settlement of the
Colorado Springs, Northampton, Mass. 688 «a""'^ quej-tion, and the Senate's endorse-
Chicago . 689 ment of the rate imposed by the Dingley
New York 694 Bill puts it beyond question that .30 per
Boston, Philadelphia, St. Louis . . 695 cent, duty will be charged on all this
BufralcMlneola, Mouireal . . .698 traflic, so that buyers may be prepared for
R«°u!S,n°rM^r^*'!i» °''°'"° ' ' ' «?-^, '^'^ advaucc in price made by (fealers in
Prt^mence.^^Va'shm'gton ■ ! i ; ^ ?ocordance wi^th'ihis duty, whfch, in many
r irlds. which should now
be in market, are quite late this year,
owing to the continued cloudy weather.
Pffionias are coming in in quantity.
Fatonr Exhibition.
Last Saturday was paeonia day
with the Massachusetts Horticultural
Society, but owing to the lateness of
the season these prizes were postponed
for one week. Two collections of pseo-
nias were, however, shown, one by T.
C. Thurlow and one by George Hol-
lis. In addition to these a large col-
lection of flowers nearly filled the lower
hall. The three prizes for fox-gloves
were awarded to Kenneth Finlayson,
W. N. Craig and John L. Gardner, re-
spectively. James Comley made a large
exhibit of rhododendrons, azaleas and
other hardy shrubs. Thomas W. Dee
showed some late flowering tulips and
W. N. Craig made a good display of
carnations.
The Garden Committee of the Mas-
sachusetts Horticultural Society vis-
ited the Hayes estate at Lexington
(James Comley, gardener) on Wednes-
day last. W. K. W.
Philadelphia.
BaalnesB ImproTes
Business has moved much better
this past week, owing to the large num-
ber of commencements and wedaings.
Nearly every one of the retail stores
has had a few good days.
Beauty roses have been in good de-
mand. Choice flowers with long stems
have sold readily at $4 per dozen, while
average flow'ers bring $3 per dozen.
Good tea roses are still scarce; some
extra good Kaiserin have sold at
while the average price of teas has
been $4 and $6.
Sweet peas have been used very ex-
tensively, but have been in plentiful
supply, selling at 50 cents per luO. Pink
and white kinds compose the major
part of the supply, while the few laven-
der-colored flowers sent in have found
ready sale. These are being used in
funeral work.
Charles Price is sending in some very
good outdoor-grown Brunner, which
bring 75 cents and $1 per dozen.
All kinds of outdoor flowers are very
plentiful and sell very slo%v.
Horllcultartl Society.
The June meeting on Tuesday
last was a very successful one. The
exhibition of roses was very good. Dr.
Robert Huey obtained first premium
for a very creditable display of good
flowers, William L. De Shields, gar-
dener to Mrs. Alexander Brown, being
second with a very good lot. An excel-,
lent collection of roses from Miss Mona
Robinson was a close contestant for
second honors. Louis Horner, gardener
to Robert Pitcairn, Esq., staged a very
interesting collection of roses composed
mostly of hybrid teas and teas; also
four varieties of wild roses. These wen-
all outdoor-grown and are the result
of an experiment, after hearing th.-
paper read by Dr. Huey last year.
The contest for the Michell premiums
for peas was very close, the first prize
being taken by Herman Bruschaber
and the second by Charles Leisz, gar-
dener to B. A. Van Schaick, Esq.
Henry A. Dreer had on exhibition
some varieties of peas from their trial
grounds.
The Committee on Premiums pre-
sented a scneaule for the spring exhi-
bition for 1S98, which offers prizes
amounting to $1,009.
The CirtUdKe Banqoel.
The committee in charge is much
encouraged at the acceptances that
have come in. The banquet will be a
large one, and the committee is doing
everything in its power to make the
affair a grand success. Edwin Lons-
dale, chairman o£ the Committee on
Talent, has arranged an excellent pro-
gramme for the banquet. Besides en-
tertainment the programme contains
names of some good speakers. The
banquet takes place in the Florists'
Club room, on the evening of June 25.
Jottlagl.
Myers & Samtman have finished
building a new full-span house for
Beauty and ha\-e it planted.
Roll. II I'lmi-til, Jr.. has had two
very In- - uders this past
week, I'l ; .iia, which was one
of th.- hi! ;;- ^i :i ii:i II s iif the season.
John Wesii-.ui, with a party of
friends has )>een down to the coast on
a fishing trip.
H. H. Battles has been very busy
with wedding orders, having had sev-
eral large decorations this past week,
and a large amount of bouquet work.
E. G. Hill, Richmond, spent two days
in this city this week.
Bonllng Dotes.
The tournament of tne Florists'
Bowling Club started this week. Class
1 rolls on Monday evenings; Class II on
Wednesday and Class III on Friday
evenings. Each contestant bowls three
games an evening; twenty-five games
are to be bowled in the tournament.
DAVID RUST.
St. Louis.
elob Notei.
The regular monthly meeting of
the Florists' Club was held last Thurs-
day afternoon. The fact that an invi-
tation had been e.xtended to the visit-
ing nurserymen brought a number of
members out, who are usually not reg-
ular attendants, and made the attend-
ance larger than seen for some time.
The rooms were very effectively dec-
orated and the club members had con-
tributed a liberal quantity of fiowers.
Conspicuous among the many note-
worthy exhibits was a vase of Uncle
John carnations grown by F. W. Ude,
Jr., and a vase of Scott with stems over
two feet long grown by Steidel. The
attendance of nurserymen was disap-
pointingly light, but it is not to be
wondered at when we take into con-
sideration that a trip to Shaw's Garden,
by invitation of Professor Trelease,
was a counter attraction.
The chief point of interest at this
meeting was the proposed picnic. Rob-
ert F. Tesson made a motion to amend
the club's by-laws so that the picnic
could be given under the auspices of
the club. This was carried unanimous-
ly and Messrs. Tesson, William Young
and Fleckenstein were appoi
committee to draft resolutions to that
effect.
The president appointed Beneke
Fleckenstein, Young, Schray and Fill-
more a committee with full power tc
arrange the picnic. Refreshments wen
served and the visiting nurserymen re-
sponded to calls from President Kunt;
for remarks.
The ShaiT Bmiquet.
About 200 nurserymen, gardener:
and fiorists met at the Mercantile Clul
last Thursday night to enjoy the eighth
annual banquet, provided for by f
will of the late Henry Shaw.
Professor Trelease officiated as toa;
master at the feast. He has the happy
faculty of saying delightful things in
a delightful way. His introductions
were very clever. He was followed by
Mr. Rouse, the president-elect of the
Nurserymen's Association, who ap-
pointed Hon. H. N. Albaugh to respond
ersdorfer & Co., Philadelphii
Hunter Hough, Paducah, Ky., '
town last week.
There was some improvement in
the flower market last week, ro-ses be-
ing the chief attraction. Choice Bride
and Bridesmaid brought $4 to $5 per
100 ; seconds, $2 to $3 per 100. perle and
Meteor were in greatest request, but
Bride and Bridesmaid enjoyed a call
not experienced for some time. Belle
Siebrecht was in fine request and
brought good prices. La France ad-
vanced from $3 to $6 per 100 for fancy
stock.
Carnations were a glut and sold down
to 50 cents per 100 and $4 per 1,000.
Clean sales were not made at these
figures. Pseonias, particularly white
ones, were in good request and sold
clean at $4 to $5 per 100.
Sweet peas were an awful glut,
thousands going to waste. Prices were
firm at 25 cents per 100. Feverfew sold
at 30 cents per 100. Valley brought $5
per 100; cornflowers, 25 cents per 100;
smilax, $10 per 100.
Carl Bayer will become a benedict
next week.
J. M. Jordan returned last week from
a fishing trip. He will go east in a few
weeks.
Fred C. Weber is advertising his
present store for sale. It is one of the
best here and should attract a buyer
at once. C. G. F.
Index to Advertisers.
Aralypha
MotsT H
Arhlllea
Darling 0 T
EmuianBGeo M.
Myere Bros
Mr.
lian-^li -.--,- I--I liiiiis.-lf with glory by
111-. 1 III 1-1- .1 .Mr. James Gur-
11, x ii- i-i I ! I :il Shaw's Garden,
n^l-.,!!,;. ; i!; -isi. "The Gardeners
,,1 th- hi-iiiini..i ■ Rlx-Secretary of
lb.- Int.-i-i.ii- David R. Francis's speech
on "Ami-ricas Duty by Her Forests"
was a forcible one, which will be heard
from in print later on and will be read
with much interest. President J. W.
Kuntz, of the St. Louis Florists' Club,
responded to the toast, "The Florist,"
in a way that surprised his friends.
Captain Loyd G. Harris spoke on "Gar-
dening in Literature." His speech was
a gem of first water. Rev. C. M. Murt-
feld, of Kirkwood, addressed the gath-
ering on the subject of "The Gift of
Henry Shaw to the Horticulturist."
It was quite late when the banquet
closed and everybody left feeling that
they had attended a literary feast.
VUllon.
James Heine, of Jacksonville;
Martin Renkauf, representing H. Bay-
tJC4Co... 691
Michel PlaiitiBlbCo 698
Begonias
Betscher Brop. 604
Cottage Gardens 687
Doyle J A 6J4
Board of Trade.
National Floriste'. . .. 689
Bulbil and Roota
Allen etas H 686
BergerHH « Oo 686
Clucas&Boddington 587
Ellis & Pollworth... 6u3
HulseboBch Bros. ... 686
Ouwerkerk P 686
PleraonFBOo 685
BolkerAug&aone 686.6 4
Schlegel&Fottler.. 60ii
ichmilz FW 0 686
Shepherd Mrs TB.. 686
Thorburn & Co J 51. 585
Van HoutteLonis... 699
Vaughans Seed Store 586
Hill EG & Co..
GlirysantheinD
Beckert T F
Benedict Geo H....
Betscher Bros
Cottage Gardens . . .
ElseleO
BiseUja
Hackett Johiii'co
Kraber W G
Lang John
Highlands Nursery.
Kelr Wm
Nat'l Plant Co
ftiokseoker Obas H. . .
Schrader Qua
Decorative Pla
Baker OhasP
Ball Lemuel
Becker Fred C
Corning E
Cottage Gardens
Doyle J A
Pitchar&Manda...
Roehrs JuUuB
SchmitzFWO
Scott Jno
Seidewitz E A
Siebrecht Ac Sons..
Van Houtte Louis. .
WittboldGeo
ery SIocIl,
Fruit and
Coming E
Pansle
Doyle J A
Schmidt J (
I Co.
OttoGueUT..
Exclia
nerican Jadoo Co.
BartlettOeo 8
Peters John 3 Co....
Sohlegelft Fottler..
Rosbach A 4 G .
Wood Bros
Cavauaugh Mrs M.
DoyleJ A
EmmansGeo M
Leach J & W
. Klov
I J E.
603
Allen
Baker WJ 602
Buffalo Out Flow Ei 603
Dumont & Co 6j'J
EUllonWm 603
Ellis & Pollsworth.. 6u3
Fltzg'ld&Hammond 6U2
FleoRenstein Ohas G 6ou
Ford Bros 602
Gonther W H 6li2
Han Michael A 602
Hoffmann H A 6u2
IlUnoisCutFiowerCo 602
Kasling Wm F. .. . 603
Keir Wm 003
Oonnell Ben] . . . .
Ooltage Gardens..
EUzabeth Nurs C
Kraus Max E
VauKhansSeedSt
Wood Bros
deVoecht & deWllde 697 Davis i
DeWitt P M 699 Peacocl
Dorner F & Sons Co. 688
Doyle J A 604
Grallert* Co. .. 688 „ , ,
Hackett John * Co . . 688 S° .!,
Euahn O A 603
Lang Julius 60i
Lynch WE 602
McCarthy N F &0o. fiii3
McKeUar Chas W... 602
Mlllann & Co Wi
MlllangF 602
N Y Out Flower Co 602
Pennock Samuel S. 6J2
Purdy * Blauvelt... 602
BeldEdw 602
Relnberg Bros 6 12
Rogers Park Fl Co. .. 6U3
Bolker Ai F 6-2
Sheridan W F G i2
St. Louis Out Fl Co. 6 i3
Sutherland O A .... 603
Traendly h Sobenok 603
Welch Bros 6»3
Wors O. W 603
Harrison John.. .
Herr AM
Hopp & Lemke . .
Logan av lireen
Meadow View Gr.
Renard Joe.
TaylorEJ
Weber B >i Sons.
688
,688
688 I "■''""'""™:
I Ferns. El
688 Baldwin A J
68.S 1 olUnsThos...
688 Orowl Fern Co. .
688 Elliott Wm H...
HUflnser Bros
McCarthy N.F.fcO(
Rolker k. Sons Aug. 600
Syracuse Ptttlery Oo 6o )
WhlUdln Pottery Oo 6uo
Prnll Planle
lugh AT.'. 596
Renter S J 604
Primulas
Logan At G'houses.. 588
Refi-lieratore
Ohooolate Cooler Oo. 600
Cook, J 697
deVoecht & deWilde 597
Dillon J L 697
DoyleJA 697
Emmans, GeoM.... 697
Fancourt Geo E . 697
HeiasJB 697
Henderson. John Co. 697
Jackson & Perkins
Co 697
LandisiOo 697
MerkeliSon 697
Myers* Samtman.. 597
Myers Bros 697
Manz&Neuner 697
Nat'l Plant Co 697
Ouwerkerk P 686
Parker Geo L 697
Plerson F R Oo. . 586
Scott Robt 4 Sons... 897
Smith Chas E 697
Vaughana Seed Store 686
VolmerE 697
Wood Bros 604
Russelia
Fairview Floral Co.. 691
Sanchezla
rial
Oarmody J D 689
Chadboru- Kennedy
Co 5S9
Coldwell-Wllooi Co. 589
Oowen's N Sons 6i)l
Dletsoh A 4 Co 001
Dreer H A 689
Gasser, JM 689
GlbllnSOo 6»9
Harris L & Son 601
HerondeenMfgCo.. 601
Hlppard E 601
Uitehlngs k Co.... 601
Lookland Lumber Oo 589
Lord & Burnham Oo 601
Moulnger John OCo 689
Ormsby E A 6 1
Pierce FO Co 601
Plenty's Hortioul-
tnral Works 601
Quaker City Machine
Oo 689
Scollay Jno A 601
Stearns A T Lumber
Elliott Wm & Sons. 686
Jennings KB 686
LongD B 586
Bolker A & Son 604
Schiller J L.. """.".'. 686
Shepherd MrsTB.. 586
SoltauO & Co 586
burn J M S Oo. 686
Vaughan'e Seed Store 686
Weeber&Don 687
irnbg. Flowering
nd Ornamental.
Jackson & PerkinsCo 597
Ouwerkerk P 686
Van Houtte Louis... 699
Smilax Plants.
BaUerFA 699
Betacher Bros 604
Boeruer Fred 699
DeWittPM 699
npplies and
Requisites
Bayersdorfer H &0o 6C
Oo
Wolf A Q * Bro
Wood GlasaOo.,
Second Hand. .
OotUge Gardens.
Doyle J A
EmmansGeo M.
Fairview Floral C
National Plant Co
ForSale.ToLease6
689
Ellis h Polhvorth .
Herrmann A 604
Easting Wm F 603
licott Bros Oo . . 6u2
KuehnOA 60S
McCarthy NF SCO.. 60S
Hydrangeas
Boeruer Fred
DoyleJA 691,
Hackett John &Co..
Inscctloldes an
Fungicides
Stoothoff H A
Mlacellaneous
Austin TO 4 Son...
Book Hugo
Cunningham Joe H.
Everltt A Insall
Greene k Underbill.
MIohel Plants Bulb
Meyer Jno 0*0
- -ftEeller...
RlceM 4 Co
Rolker A *8ons..
SteffensE
Sutherland Geo t
Welch Bros
HeissJ B,
EBlerJG4 A*
PlercoFOOo
Vegetable Pla
HargadlneEO
Herzog Wm
PuUen Alex
Schmidt, J 0 & Co.
Vincent R Jr4 8on. 696
Bailer, F. A 699
ConnellBenJ 697
ElseleO 604
Elizabeth Nurs. Co.. 686
Everltt 4 Insall 699
Jackson 4PerklnsCo 697
Ouwerkerk P 686
Wood Bros .. 604
596
Thb Florists' Exchange.
Retiring from Business!
MICHEL PLANT AND BULB CO.
Plants, Wagons, Horses,
EVERYTHING MUST BE SOLD
BEFORE JULY 1st, 1897.
POIV^T MISS THE BARGAINS.
All plants at the Greenhouses at Magnolia and Tower Grove Avenues,
have been marked down to ridiculously low prices in order to sell at once.
Everything offered at about half price. COME AT OXCE and secure first
selection.
All plants, etc., not sold at private sale before June 33d, will be offered
at AUCTION on June 23d and 24th, 1897, beginning at lO o'clock
A.. M. each day. Positively no limit or reserve.
Send for Catalogue of Stock on Hand.
Leasehold and 30,000 feet of Greenhouses are also For Sale. Speak Quick !
ADDRESS E, H. MICHEL, Sec'y,
1620 Olive Street, - - ST. LOUIS, Mo.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
STRAWBERRY PLANTS
POT.GRO\VN.
Parties desiring catalogues with their name and address should write us at once.
Price $7.00 per 1000. Orders received now for potted plants, ready July 1st.
ELIZABETH NURSERY COMPANY, Elizabeth, N. J.
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* Wholesale Nurserymen and Florists,
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VEGETABLE PLANTS
Hartwell's Perfection, and Giant Pascal, nice,
strong plants; 90c. per 1000; S8 per 10,000. Cash.
•WM. S. HERZOG, Littleton, M. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Sweet Potato Plants $0 IB $1 00
Cabbasre 16 100
Tomato 16 100
Broccoli, White Cape 26
Celery, thinnings 16 100
Pepper 25 3 00
Brussels Sprouts, Dalkeiths. 1.5 1 00
Celery, strong, well-rooted 20 160
TRADE PRICE LIST FREE.
Send Stamp for Samples.
E. C. HARGADINE, Felton, Del.
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CSXS]
White Plume and Golden Self-Blanchlne,
nice plants, (1.00 per lOCO.
J. C. SCH.MIDT &, CO., Brlatol, Pn ,
When Writing Mention Florists Exchange
VEGETABLE PLANTS
CABBAGE— Henderson's Succession, Early
fc^latDutch, Lupton, Autumn Iving. Burpee's
Sure Head, Late Flat Dutch. Premium Flat
Dutch, Late Drumhead. Mammoth Uock
Red and Drumhead Savoy. Field grown;
16c. per 100; $1.00 per 1000: $8 50 per 10,000.
TOMATO -Royal Ked, Stone and Paragon,
15c. per 100: Jl.OOperlOOO.
EGG, PEPPER AKD SISOWBAEI.
CAVri,IFl,0'«VEB plants, 2oc. perlUO;
$-i UO per lUOO.
CEl,EIl.V— Dwarf Golden Heart, Golden
Self Blanching, Giaut Pascal, New Hose,
White Plume and Giant Parque Celeriac.
15c. perlUO; $1.00 per 1000; $8.50 per lO.OOO.
We are headquarters tor all kinds of Vege-
table Plants. Anything you want not
liberal reductions on cabbage and celery in
100,000 lots.
Casb wltta order.
R. VINCENT JR. i SON, White Marsh. Md.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PCI CPV^MELS'sSr
ULLLnl ''"OprioToS: '»°°
Special Low Ex. Rates Guaranteed,
ist Practical Book on Celery Qrowln«, In ctB.
PETER J. SCHUUR, Kalamazoo, Mich.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
The Great French
"LOUIS GlllTNIER."
Strawlierry
A. T. COLDSBOROUCH,
9>Uy Helehls. - - WASHINOTON, D. C.
?hen Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
All desirable leading varieties of PEACHES, old
and new. in fruiting orchards. Have the new
Triumph, Greensboro, and ESneed fruiting.
Ends can be supplied In seasonal low rates.
. A Plea for Garden Roses.
In his most interesting paper read
before the Dutchess County Horticul-
tural Society on Wednesday last, at
Annandale, N. Y., Mr. Patrick O'Mara,
of New York, had the tollowing to say
in regard to selecting varieties:
And now comes the most difflcult
question to decide, viz.: What varie-
ties to plant? This is where the doctors
are sure to differ. There are in exist-
ence at the present time say in round
numbers, two thousand five hundred
varieties of roses— an embarrassment
of riches. If I had the space every one
of them would be planted. The real
pleasure of a rose garden does not con-
sist so much in comparing reds with
whites, yellows and pinks as in study-
ing the nice distinctions and individual
characteristics. Many we learn to love
for their faults. The late Mr. Peter
Henderson related an amusing story in
"Gardening for Pleasure" bearing upon
this question, which is worth repeti-
tion: An old German florist said to
him once: "I hat so mooch droobles
mit de ladies ven dey comes to buy
mine rose. Dey all vants him hardy;
dey vants him dooble; dey vants him
nice gooler; dey vants him schmell
goot: dey vants him moondly; dey
vants him to be everyding in von rose.
Now, I haf to say to dose ladies dat I
sees not dat lady dat is rich, dat is
young, dat is goot demper, dat is boo-
tiful, dat is healdy, dat is schmart, dat
is eferydings in von lady. I sees her
not mooch." There is more truth than
poetry in the German's petulance. And
what rose lover would want all the
good quaUties in one rose? Not many,
at all events. The variation is the
charm. We would wish that the fra-
grance of La France was bestowed on
Crimson Rambler, or that Persian Yel-
low was devoid of its villainous odor;
but we will not part with them on that
account. We may wish that the little
Polyantha or Multiflora Roses were al-
lotted a perfume equal to the teas or
hybrid perpetuals; but they are, never-
theless, charming without it. Some
day, perhaps, our hybridizers will give
us roses with qualities now lacking in
our present favorites, for which we
thank them in advance. Some day, too,
we may have a nomenclature commit-
tee, who will meet the French roses
at the portals of our country and re-
christen them with a pronounceable
name before presenting them, for which
we all most devoutly thank them in
advance. A rose by any other name
than Mademoiselle Suzanne Marie de
Rodocanachi would smell just as
sweet and we would not miss our train
trying to tell our neighbor what it is
called. It is to be hoped that the young
lady changed her name and that it was
a shorter one. Provision should be
made in such a case for a like change
in the name of the rose. The man who
called a rose "Grande Duchesse Heri-
tiere Marie Anne de Luxembourg" had
no consideration for the poor gardener
or florist who would have to write it
on a four-inch label with a stump of a
pencil. They don't write it. They
simply say the rose is no good; it is
relegated to obscurity and so they have
their revenge. It is a pity that the
French raisers cannot see the absur-
dity of caUing roses such long names,
and above all, calling them after every
member of a family, resulting in unUm-
ited confusion.
The last five years have been most
prolific in new roses; in fact, almost a
revolution has taken place; and the
planter to-day has vastly improved
material to select from. That grand
rose, the Crimson Rambler, has added
an entirely new feature to the garden
and must be reckoned with for a com-
plete rose garden, either trained in
thesf
also, either from nurseries or orchard
,11 the leading Japanese varieties. Abundance
"I' '^habot. Satsuma, Wlllard an I otners ;
Red June and Wlcksonjn good supply
Burbank, Chabot,
_ . - . . . ^pj
Usual supply also of Asparaeua Roots to offt
ALEXANDER PULLEN,Mmord Nurseries. Mllford, Del.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
but they promise well. Another beau-
tiful pillar rose -is Carmine Pillar,
unique in its magnificent shade of rosy
carmine. Rosa Wichuraiana has added
another charming feature to the rose
garden, and I do not know a more
pleasing sight than to see it trained up
to a post as a single specimen, or
trained to form an archway. Its fol-
iage alone will repay for the trouble,
but its iiowers are most charming in
their grace and beauty. The double
varieties of this are a greal advance,
equally beautiful foliage, (lowers ex-
quisitely fragrant. The Pink Roamei-.
one of the hybrids, has the charming
color of Carmine Pillar and is a most
useful rose. For covering terraces or
low boundary walls, these roses are
of int'SLin'iable value.
The new hybrid Sweet Briers add an-
other feature to our garden roses.
The hybrid tea section has been won-
der ruUy developed, particularly by J.
Fernet-Ducher, who has given us Mme.
Caroline Testout, Mile. Germaine Tro-
chon, a yellow variety like Sunset,
which has proved hardy at New Y'ork;
Mme. Abel Chatenay, a beautiful pink
rose, and Souvenir du President Car-
not. These are all fine garden roses
and come very near to supplying what
the German florist so vainly wished for.
Belle Sieb:<:cht must not be overlooked
as a summer rose, and that grand ac-
ciuisition, Kaiserin Augusta Victoria,
supplies the finest white flowers it is
possible to get.
For those who like novelty in roses
that taste can be satisfied with Roger
Lambelin, crimson and white, just like
Gen. Jacqueminot, after being treated
with a sulphur match as we did when
boys. Then we have that wonder, the
Inconstant Beauty, with its many-col-
ored iiowers, another and a lovely
"freak."
In hybrid perpetuals the year is made
memorable by the introduction of Ju-
bilee, the rose that won for its raiser
the gold medal of the Massachusetts
Horticultural Society— peerless in its
magnificent velvety crimson and pure
red. And before I forget it, let me
whisper in your ear that there is an-
other American rose which is coming
out soon and which will be worth hav-
ing in the garden, viz.: Mrs. Robert
Garrett, a hybrid tea of the largest size
—long, pointed buds, a beautiful clear
pink— as yet it is without a rival in
sight. And so as not to create a wrong
impression, let me say that it is likely
to lead all the pink forcing roses, as
well because of its size and magnificent
color.
And what garden is complete without
the Rosa Rugosa? None. A rose gar-
den without a representative is like
the play of "Hamlet" without the
moody Dane. If there is room at all
put in a plant of that beautiful child
of the Rugosas, Mme. Georges Bruant.
Don't forget to save a corner for the
moss roses, as moist and cool as you
can get it. There is nothing on earth
prettier than a perfect bud of the Old
English, Glory of Mosses or Crested
Moss, not forgetting that pale beauty,
Comtesse de Murinais. It is a pity our
climate is not more in accord with their
wants; and I, for one, would surrender
tomatoes so that we could have them
in their perfection.
Speaking of climate reminds me that
people will hanker after standard roses,
in the face of the prohibition nature
has set against them here. There may
be beauty in a standard rose— "I'm not
denigin of it"— but it is associated in
my mind with the circus clown on
form on an arbo
house. No garden is complete without
it. Following in its wake we have the
Yellow Rambler (Aglaia), and the
dream of years is realized in it. Then
we have the Pink Rambler (Euphro-
syne), and the White Rambler (Thalia)
It is, perhaps
these latter i
stilts, the difference being that he gets
on spindles and looks ridiculous for
money, while the poor rose is perched
nn a stork's leg for a whim, or as »
tribute to laziness.
If you have room at all, put in a
plant of Rosa setigera where it will
have room to scramble. 'Tis patriotic
to do it and you will never be ashamed
of it. And near by put in a plant or
two of Rosa rubiginosa; but not too
near, or its American cousin is apt to
throttle it. A little farther on put in
Persian Yellow and its paler sister,
Harrison's Yellow. By way of variety,
put in the old Austrian Copper, the
Multiflora Japonica, the Dawson rose.
Give them plenty of room and let them
have their own way to a great extent,
then no one can cavil at them on ac-
count of stiffness.
There is no limit, apparently, when
once we start to individualize in roses.
but the little Polyantha roses must not
early yet to say that j be forgotten as an edging for your beds
of ironclad hardiness, of tea roses, and above all, Clothilde
The Plorists* Exch??nge.
597
Soupert. One of the newer tea roses I
must not forget to mention, viz.:
Princess Alice de Monaca, somewhat
on the order of Duchesse de Brabant
(Comtesse de Labarthe), but more com-
pact and even more free in liloomiiis.
Now, any one who atl-nii'ls to t;i!k
about roses is sure to !■.- a^I^iil w In- h
are the best. In the l.ush los.s, ii I
was limited to a selection. 1 would
name the following: In hybrid per-
petuals. Jubilee, Mrs. John Laing, Ul-
rich Brunner, Dinsmore, Anna de Dies-
bach. Paul Neyron, Mme. Gabriel Lui-
zet, Helen Keller, Gen. Jacqueminot.
Baron de Bonstettin, Baroness Roths-
child, Mabel Morrison, Margaret Dick-
son, Victor Hugo, S. M. de Rodo-
canachi. Alfred Colon-»i
In hybrid teas, La France, Souvenir
du President Carnot. Captain Christy.
Kaiserin Augusta Victoria, Mme. Car-
oline Tc-stout, Souvenir de Wootton,
Augustine Guinoiseau, Mile. Germaine
Trochon, Madame Abel Chatenay, Belle
Siebrecht, Madame Schwaller and Ca-
moens.
In tea and monthly roses. Souvenir
de la Malmaison, Hermosa. Marie Guil-
lot, Maman Cochet, Clothilde Soupert,
Marion Dingee, Princess Alice de Mo-
naca, Bridesmaid, Perle des Jardins.
Francisca Kruger, The Bride. Marie
Van Houtte, Sunset, Corinna, Devon-
iensis, Mme. Welsh, Mrs. Paul, Mme. de
Watteville. And I would try hard to
squeeze them all in old and new.
With this I close. The trouble has
been in preparing this "plea" what to
put in. There is no doubt that many
will find serious omissions; they are
granted in advance, and I trust to see
them supplied next year at this place
by some otlier rose lover who will brave
criticism hy making another plea for
roses. We may have our differences of
opinion as to methods of culture or se-
lection of varieties, but it is safe to as-
sert that we all agreed on one thing.
"There is not
ingle fio
that
beauty with the
50,000 CALIFORNIA VIOLETS f^,
Ampelopsis Veltcbii* stroDtr. dormant, oni
year old plants, 2!^ to 3 ft. hiuh, *3.00 per 100.
PIUIIIC Italia, tl.OOperdoz.
WAIIIIHS Au«(ria, (3.00 per doz
BENJAMIN CONNELL, Florist. W*stGrov«. Pa
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
STRONG, 2li in. pots, |5 per 100;
$40 per 1000. CASH
T. H. MOSS, - - Govanstown, Md,
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VIOLETS MY SPECIllIY
le Galles, Cali<
'ornla. Price on application.
FERD. BOtll.ON, Sea Clill. L,. I.. N. V.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Fiiie Healtlisr Stocls: of
Bnles, 'PlaUs, . .
. . Penes, meteors,
From 2M inch pots, ready for shiftinfer, $4.00
per hundred.
JOHN HENDERSON CO.
ROSES
strong, Healthy Stock.
BRIDE and BRIDESMAID.
I.AP4DIS & CO.,
^ — L,ancaster, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SURPLUS STOCK OF ROSES
BRIDB, BRIDESMAID, PERLE.
2H and 3 inch pots, $3.0) to $* 00 per KO.
E. VOLMER,
ROSES.
100.
Climbing Wootton, 75 cts. per doz.; $6.00
per 100.
Cash with order.
JOHN A. DOYLE, - Springfield, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
JACKSON « PERKINS CO., '^.I^'^oSk^.-
have to offer for season (
lice asBortraent of
rown Roses, new and
: Trees and !
lall Fruit Plants.
Price List ready in July. Write for it.
ng Mention Florists' Exchange
ROSES
Bride, Bridesmaid,
Blermet, Gontler,
Perle, Wootton, etc.,
in 4 inch pots, all first -
class stock
$10.00 per 100; $15.00 per 500; $80.00 per 1000.
GEORGE L. PARKER,
,S0 7 Wasliington Street, DorclieBter, Mass.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ROSES.
Fine Roses from 2\i inch Pots.
Per 100 Per 1000
Bride $3.00 $25.00
Bridesmaid 3.00 25. 00
Merniet 3.00 35.00
TERMS: Cash with order.
CHAS. E. SMITH,
Cor. JefiFersoD and .Jackson Aves.,
VORK, PA.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SURPLUS
50,000
Catli. Meriuet
Bridesmaid
I>erle des Jardins...
Mnie.Jos. »icliwartz.
(iolden uillaniez ...
CIlinblnK Perle
£Ilsa p-uRler
Cornelia Cook
Mme. l::tlenne
Aurlpplna. .v.'.'.'
ISlels~io,ooo-I>(leIs..
Gloire de Dijon
Molfaterre
I.amarque
Kortune^s Vellowr
BEGOBilA REX
pUnis, 2H in., pei 100. $3 60; 3 in. pla
$5.C0; 4 in. plants, per 100, $8.00.
MOSS ROSES.
3Iou8seline, Henri Martin, Jam
Capt. Basroger, Klanclie do
POLYANTHA ROSES.
inner. George Pen
Perle d'Or, Mign
NANZ &NEUNER
LOUISVILLE, KY.
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Pays Well Even out of Season.
My advt. in regard to the Model camatloD
uppcrt in your March 6th number, although out
C seasoD, proved a good iBveetmeut.
THERON PARKER
Brooklyn, N. ¥.. March 30, '97.
4000 LA FRANCE, '"'^Pa'-og*"-^ ,
ALTERNANTHERA, ""'■
$3.00 per
SANCHEZIA NOBILIS, s*™""
Will Exchange lor Perle, Bride and 'Maid.
Mf ERS BROS. El Dorado, Blair Co. Pa.
hen Writing Ment:
change
ROSES
Carefully grown Forcing Stock,
2,4 Inch, btrong. .
per 100 per 1000
Meteor $3 00 *'35 00
The Bride 3 00 25 00
Perledes Jardins . . 4 00 35 00
ACHILLEA, THE PEARL, *s.». per .«...
SWAINSONA SPLENDENS "'"liTo"'^SJ-,««
Caih. or flrst-cIaBB bank referencea must ac-
B. HEISS, 1 16 So. Main St., Dayton, 0.
r'hen Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ROSES.
Bride and Bridesmaid, from 2t.? in. pots,
$2.50 per 100, |20 per 1000. From 3 in. pots,
$3.00 per 100; |25 per 1000. We have the
largest stock ol the
kEWROSE "WHITt M.NIEL"
in this country.
Field Grown Carnations. — Orders
booked now for fall delivery. All the lead-
ing sorts. Write for prices.
CASH WITH ORDER.
De VOECHT & De V ILDE. Wilmington, Del.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
LOOK HERE
The following plants are In Al condition.
ROSES, out of 2 in. pole. Bridesmaid and Bride.
$2 50 per 100: $20 00 per 1000; Meteor, $3.00 per 100;
»25.0O per 1000.
per 100 ; »5 00 per lOOu. Terms Cash or C. O. D.
C. MERKEL & SON, Mentor, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ROSES, GERANIUMS, COLEUS.
Carnations all planted out and sold; will have
anestock of Held plants in the Fall.
Strong 3 inch plants of Bride and Brldes-
luaid Roses, ready to plant. $5,01) per 100.
Geraniums, 2 in. pots. $2-00 per 100; 3 In. pots,
$1.00 per 100. Alternantheras, red and yellow.
2 In. pots, »!.00 per 100. Ooleus, no mealy bug, Ver-
sohalfeltli and uolden Bfdder. rooted cuttings. 75c.
per 100; 2 In. pots, $2.00 per 100. Cash or satisfactory
SURPLUS STOCK.
In fine condition, free from Mildew.
Perles, 4 in., $8.00 per 100.
Brides, Bridesmaids, 3 in., $6.00 per ICO.
Perles, Brides, Bridesmaids, 2U in., $4 00
per 1011.
Extra fine stock. Cash with order or C. O. D.
GEO. E. FANCOURT, Wilkes-Barre, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Sterling American Novelty, the
WHITE COCHET
Is a sport from Mamau Cocliet, which 18
considered n w the best pink out-of-
door rose. It has all the good qualities
of its parent; its color is pure white in
Winter, outside petals slightly tinged in
Summer; and no doubt it will prove the
All Otdets Hist tt Aecompiaied with Cuk.
40,000 FIRST QUALITY FORCING ROSES
Ready for
Immediate
Planting.
■•■ully equi
WOOTTON
only selected growili 1 1 ..u M.^ ...
I,A FRANCE. \ M I i; l( \\ 111 Ml
3 Inch pots. S.^
METEOR, KAISERIN A. V.. ~t \-i;i'. li(
PERLE, NIPHETOK, <;0-NTlEK. H.
BRIDESMAID, SAFRANO. 3 Inch pots, $7.00 per luu.
ntion this paper. J. L. Z3ILH_3Sr.
PHILADELPHIA ROSES
Strictly first-class, clean stock, in 3 inch pots.
. . . Beauty, Meteor, Bride, Bridesmaid . . .
MYERS & SAMTMAN, Wyndmoor, Chestnut Hill, Phila., Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
50.000 BRIDE tND BRIDESMAID! so,ooo e"'
Fine.
From SVa inch pots
Fine large zy, inch GERAPilVMS, ready fo
Limited amount "f Contler and Mlptietas. 2«
SMILAX PI^ANTS, $1.60 per 100.
TERMS CASH. THE NATIONAL PLANT CO., Dayton, Ohio
When Writing Mention Florists" Exchange
»2 50 per 100 ; $30.00 per lOnO
$4.00 per 100 ; 135.00 per 1000
Sf.OOperlOO
s. at $3.00 per 100. Strong young
crx 8IHII.AX, 12 cents per string.
R05ES FOR FORCING
Clean, Healthy Stock, from 2'i and 3 inch pots.
2mn.
per 100
Perle des Jardins . . $3.50
Madame C. Testout . 4.00
Augusta Victoria . . 3.50
Madame Hoste . . .
2!^ in. 3 in.
per 100 per 100
American Beauty . . $6.00 |8.00
The Bride 3.50 5.00
Bridesmaid 3.50 5.00
Sunset 3.50
ORDER NOW.
ROBERT SCOTT & SON, 19th S Catharine Sts., Philadelphia, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
598
The Plorists' Exchange.
SITUATIONS WANTED.
Rate, 10 aenta per line (8 words), each 1
gertlon. Caah with order. This rate applieB ot
to Bltuation wanted advertlHementB and when c
■olid, without display. Whenl«
eof forwarding.
•RY grower ot flr«
ence^^'Tclari.s'oI
rs''."e";i7rle"nc'efSr
dener, 100 E. 3d St.
^^^■^^
et
d; reler-
OITUATION wanted; young marrie
'-' oughly understamtlnB the cmtur
greenhonse stock, also flrst-clusB or
flrst-clasB references, private or
Address F, care Florists' Exchange.
£
g'enerai
grower;
GOOD practical R
Jersey City. N.J.
orders. Address i
□mercial place,
ire this branch
in getting out
SITUATION -WANTED.
hi8 foremau, Edward Fischi
with him for the past eigiit to Dine years,
and whom he recommends as a good grower,
especially ot palms, feros and Easter plants.
Address James Dean, Babylon, N. T.
HELP WANTED.
BlnRleiuan. whounderstandsthe
wera. especially roees; must come
id steady employment to the right
, Highland Park P.O. Detrolt.Mich.
W^ANTED
Additional capital
seed and plant busi
finances. Or will join in f
company. Long experience,
exchanged.
Address **
Ding
Rete
care Florists' Exchange.
H. H. BATTLES,
108 South 12th St., Philadelphia, Pa.,
Would like to correspond with man who can take
charge of country place. Must have beat reference
as to character; some knowledge of hotbeds and
general gardening. No objection to wife, If she
wishes to make herself useful; no children, aire
full particulars as to experience and wages wanted.
MISCELLANEOUS WANTS.
WANTED -SMALL DRAC^NA INDIYISA
L,. CLABK,
B. K. BARKS, Jacksonville, Fla.,
has opened a Seed Store, and would
like Wholesale Catalogues and Price
Lists.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE CHEAP.
Sxtra good second-hand 3 and 4 inch pipe
r hot water beating.
W. H. SALTER, Rochester, N. T.
FOR SALE CHEAP.
GLASS
FOR RENT.
Ou tbe Most Favorable Terms.
Nine houses modern construction, in flrst-
claes order, heated by hot water, as follows :
One house, 65 x 25 feet.
Two houses, 100 x 10 feet.
Two houses, 100 x 25 feet.
One house, 126 x 25 feet.
One house, 100 x 30 feet.
One house, about 125 x 15 feet.
One lean-to, about 400 x 6 feet.
This range embraces the houses made vacant
by the sale ot the Orchids, and is entirely dis-
tinct and separate from the range now occupied
by the United States Nurseries. The most
favorable terms will be accorded the right
party. For full particulars apply to
JAS. R. PITCHER.
aA Grove Street, New York.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
GREENHOUSES and LAND.
of land with Asparavus beds
FOR !%&IvR ^''« greenhouses In New
KXJMV OillylV. jersev. very convenient tt
Present possessor retiring from I
Francis Suplee, 8^9 Park
. Y. City.
. J.. Florists' Kxchaoge.
• stocked, convenient to
Dg, <) rooms, all heated
dwelling for foreman.
!d. 6J^ acres of choice
pass the door. Ill health the
For further particulars address.
FOR SAI.E or TO I.EASE
Six acres of ground, under profitable culti-
vation, with dwelling, barn, and seven fully
equipped and well stocked greenhouses, doing
large business. Small amount of cash only
required ; balance can remain on mortgage at
low rate of Interest. Address COLONIAI,
FINANCE COMPANY, Philadelphia, Pa.
FOR SALE.
The well-known retail flower store,
stock and Oxtures complete, occupied b
undersigned for many years; flrsi-class
tion ; will be sold cheap. Seven rooms
store, everything heated by steam, rent
Can give possession in August.
FRED. C. WEBER,
3134 Olive Street, St. I,ouia,
Mo.
FOR RENT
The well-known greenhouses recently
owned and operated by T. H. Spaulding,
at Orange, N. J. For all particulars
apply to
AMVND JOHKfSEM,
114 West 34th Street, NEW YORK.
FOR SALE AT A BARGAIN.
First-class greenhouse property at Spring
Lake, N. J., fully stocked and doing good busi-
ness. For particulars apply to
MILAN ROSS, Agency,
Asbury Park, N. J.
FOR SALE.
fort, Ky.;thelotti
. 20H6.
KCarmody
10x50. 60 feet cold trames, and
lOilS, ofBoe 10x15, heated with h
boiler. The city 18 the State Capital, with a popula-
ment of plantB for aprlDg s
ng at a reasonable price. It Is the o
hhe'd IS^ea^s" "e. PO°WEIi; V r
Annandale Rose Show.
The tenth annual rose show was opened
at Annandale, N. Y., on Wednesday, June
16, and was a pronounced success. The
attendance was excellent, and the exhibits
were more numerous and better than on
any previous occasion. The feature of the
show was a splendid table of orchids, and
a group ot crotons and other greenhouse
plants from the Dinsmore Estate (Mr.
Thomas Emerson, gardener). The ama-
teur exhibition was, as usual, very varied
and very interesting. A wreath of crim-
son clover (Trifolium incarnatum) was
unique and showy. Twelve fine gloxinias
were shown by Archibald Rogers, Esq. (Mr.
James Horrocks, gardener), and carried off
first honors. The prize for best collection
ot ferns was awarded to Miss Cruger (Mr.
Richard Lewis, gardener). The same
exhibitor was awarded first for the best
collection of outdoor roses, also the best
collection of peas and the best collection of
vegetables. The first prize (special) for
twenty-tour varieties of roses, three blooms
of each was won by Winthrop Sargent,
Esq. (Mr. Wallace Gomersall, gardener).
First prize for eighteen was awarded to
Miss Cruger (Mr. Richard Lewis, gardener),
and first prizes for best twelve and six
were awarded to Hon lyevi P. Morton (Mr.
Thomas Harrison, gardener). The same
exhibitor carried off first honors with a
vase of Paul Neyron. The exhibit ot
strawberries was very good. First prize
for best three dishes was awarded to Miss
Morton (Mr. Thomas Harrison, gardener).
The Dutchess County Horticultural
Society held its regular monthly meeting
at the show, and after some routine busi-
ness was transacted, Mr. Richard Lewis
was introduced. He delivered an address
of welcome, gave a short history of the rose
shows at Annandale, and closed with an
original poem appropriate to the occasion,
his effort being very warmly received. Mr.
Patrick O'Mara them read a paper entitled
"A Plea for Garden Roses," and after-
wards the chairman, Mr. George Saltford,
on behalf of Mr. Richard Lewis, presented
him with an oil painting of the "Jubilee"
rose, executed by Mr. Lewis himself. It
was a great day for Mr. Lewis— gardener —
artist— poet, and he richly deserves all the
encomiums bestowed upon him.
Buffalo.
Trade Is Fair.
The flower store craftsmen have
found a fair trade of late. Weddings
and commencements have instilled
some life into business, even though in
a moderate way.
The supply ot flowers is still large,
generally exceeding demands. Carna-
tions continue of good quality and are
so plentiful as to make prices low.
Sweet peas are in comparatively
abundant supply, while pseonias are
literally "in the way."
The weather has been ideal for a
whole week for planting out.
Customers having gotten over their
timid (but seasonable) ideas about
more cold atmospheres, have called
earnestly for their house and lawn
trimmings for the summer, and this
week will see the bulk of this line
through with for this year.
BevieiT of Spring Flam Trade.
About the status of this trade this
year, personal ideas vary. The exces-
sive stringency in finances would seem
to tend to materially reduce the extent
of purchases. While undoubtedly prices
were put down a good-sized peg below
other years, buyers seem to have been
energetic and enthusiastic, and spite
of the face of the weather for growing
stock having been favorable, so that
good plants were produced freely, and
a leading motive of growers being to
crowd their space closely, the leaving
over of any good bedding stock will
not be ot serious proportions.
A hasty look about the places of the
local plant men and others elicits as
follows:
John G. Pickelman reports sales as
active, but having grown an extra large
stock this spring, he has still some
thousands in pot plants for disposal.
Mrs. J. Branen says her stock has
gone off pretty well, but prices ran low.
W. Legg, at the Forest Lawn Ceme-
tery, says he will clean up completely,
with prices realized as good as in past
years.
William Scott's establishment shows
much empty space in benches, but with
some lots yet to place. Prices were a
bit low, comparatively. It seems diffi-
cult to sell a good-started and well-
finished hanging basket above a price
of $1.25, a decided decline from figures
of recent years.
C. F. Christensen who announces an
actual discontinuing of his present
business shortly, on account of his sale
of his real estate, has gotten well re-
duced in stock. A moderate lot only
of geraniums are still in sight, some
good fuchsias being offered very low,
while a noticeable feature was coleus
in plenty. "Not the usual demand ex-
isted this year for coleus," says this
grower, and which seems to be an ac-
cepted tact.
Milley Bros, also find coleus trade
slow, coupled probably with a lack of
the right weather at the right time to
get customers a-going on them.
In "The Hill" district George Eckerd
shows geraniums in plenty, but going
off about as fast as they are ready.
Kumpf Bros, find geraniums slow to
open, hence some lots are hanging
From a similar cause J. Stafflinger is
compelled to make some purchases tor
orders.
Keitsch & Son have verbenas in
plenty and fine. Sales in these are not
as active as usual, but most other
stocks are well reduced. The senior
member of this firm exhibits a clean-
cut, handsome-built double petunia of
a peachy pink shade, the result of hy-
bridization.
John Spiess, Jr., has run low of stock
and Is buying geraniums.
In the "Black Rock" district William
Staley, on West Delevan Avenue, has
had good calls for box and vase filling
and is practically sold out.
G. Bassler has run low, being notice-
ably short in geraniums.
W. A. Newbigging has found the de-
mand about an average and his stock
is selling off fairly close.
Out on the East Side A. J. Reickert
reports a good supply of bedding plants
still in hand, and prices lower than in
Louis Rapin reports naving been un-
usually busy of late, with several town
decorating orders of fine dimensions,
and his Pine Ridge Cemetery trade.
Chris. B. Shister, Williamsville, a re-
cent accession to the local ranks, grew
a small lot of specially nice bedding
stock— geraniums leading — which sold
at retail to pleasing results.
Death of Hr.eiddings.
We regret to chronicle the sudden
death of Edwin Giddings, of Corfu, at
Washington City, last week. VIDI.
Montreal.
Clab Exhibition.
The Montreal Gardeners and Flor-
ists' Club's monthly exhibition was well
attended and proves the value of these
meetings to hold the members together
through the summer months. The pan-
sies exhibited were far above the aver-
age quality usually seen round here,
showing that our boys are selecting
the best from the various strains. Geo.
Robinson took all the first prizes with
good white and yellow grounds, the
markings being very distinct and up to
standard; the selfs and fancies were
also very fine. George Trussell showed
fine pansies, pffionias and caulifiower.
W. Whiting brought a fine fiowered
cypripediura vittatum. J. Walsh showed
a vase ot herbaceous fiowers and a
fine vase of tree pseonias. T. MoUett
took first for a vase of scarlet pseonias.
A vase of 200 mixed carnations from
Walter Wilshire was a good centre
piece for the exhibition table and a
vase of Lychnis flos cuculi rosea by
the same grower was much admired.
Cauliflowers were in strong competition
and the first prize exhibit from J. Dun-
bar was as near perfection as possible.
The weather for the past six weeks
has been cold and wet and flowers are
very backward. Our next meeting in
July will give a better chance for out-
side roses and hardy flowers.
The News.
The annual picnic is well under
way and it was decided to go by boat
to Sherringham Park about the third
week in July.
The Florists have challenged the gar-
deners to a cricket match to be played
on Tuesday, June 30, and a jolly time
is anticipated.
Plant trade has been very good this
year and while prices in some sections
havebeen lower all report a paying and
growing trade in bedding plants.
Montreal will be in high jubilation
next week, but whether it will make
much business for the florists remains
to be seen. A. Pinoteau, city gardener,
is preparing a floral car for the pro-
cession, which will require some thous-
ands of alternanthera for inscriptions
and ground work, as the car is to be
one of the largest there.
W. WILSHIRE.
Mineola, L. I.
From preliminary reports to hand, the
horticultural department at the fair held
here this week, was a greater success than
usual, especially in hardy flowers, fruits
and vegetables. The Oasis Nursery Co.,
made an excellent showing of pseonies,
begonias, and cannas ; G. Rogers, Hemp-
stead, ot greenhouse plants, hanging
baskets, etc.; John Lewis Childs, B'loral
Park, of lilies, pfeonies, carnations, dahlias
and other hardy flowers; also of cauli-
flowers. C. Besold, Mineola, in the center
of the hall, staged excellent carnations,
cannas, and geraniums; F. Boulon, Sea
Cliff, roses, dahlias, and carnations ; Felix
Mense, Glen Cove, roses and carnations.
The exhibition of strawberries was very
large. Among the prize-winners was Ferd
Boulon, who also had a fine show of grapes,
cherries, currants, etc. J. C. Williams,
Montclair, N. J. and J. Lewis Childs were
also successful exhibitors of strawberries
in various classes.
Harerhill, Mass.
C. H. Kaulbach is rushed with orders
from all sides, and owing to the agree-
able change in the weather the pros-
pects are that not a plant or an apology
for one will be left after the scrimmage.
W. M.
June 19, 1897.
The F=!l-orists' Exchange.
599
Cincinnati.
Trade Fslrlj Good.
Hot weather has arrived and
everything outdoors, weeds included,
is growing. Carnations have improved
wonderfully in the last few days.
Cut flower business has been fairly
good, in a wholesale way, during this
past week. Shipments have been more
numerous. Store trade has been rather
spasmodic, school commencements and
a few weddings helping out. Roses
are still holding their own, although
they are getting smaller as the season
advances, and a hard fight is on, try-
ing to keep off mildew. Beauty that
for this time of year are very fine sell
at 10 cents to 25 cents each. K. A. Vic-
toria, long stemmed, select stock, fetch
6 cents, while second and third grades
go at 1, 2 and 3 cents. Bride and Brides-
maid bring 2 and 3 cents for good, clean
stock, while mildewed flowers bring
virtually nothing. Perle sells at 2 cents.
This rose is the old standby in this part
of the country and the call for young
plants '
the sup
far
Albert Brunner and E. G. Gillett will
meet for the flrst practice. Other teams
of six each wishing to compete will
please notify the captain, Charles J.
Jones, as soon as possible. The prizes
are: First, 100 ten-cent cigars; second
prize, 100 five-cent cigars; third, 100
stogies. Special programme for the
day will be issued later.
E. G. GILLETT.
St. Paul.
Weather Faforable to Good Cropa.
Since my last report we have
passed from extreme cold (for the sea-
son) to extreme heat, the thermometer
for three days past registering 90 to 94
degrees in the shade. This changed
condition has brought out an abund-
ance of good blooms. While some of
the roses present a pinched and dis-
ordered appearance, the majority of
them are good. Although there is an
abundance of good stock on hand
there is no general glut. Prices have
weakened a little, but in general they
are
led.
looking tor iliis kind ■■f stock. Niphetos
is grown herf \>y ■■ne man, principally
tor store trade, as it is still a beautiful
and graceful rose for funeral work; but
for other purposes it is a back number.
Meteor is the best of all red roses and
good stock is wholesaling at 4 cents; 2
and 3 cents being obtained for seconds.
It is strange that more of our growers
do not get a stock of Kaiserin Augusta
Victoria for summer bloom; it is cer-
tainly the best white rose we have for
this time of year.
Carnations are still holding their
own, Portia and Scott predominating,
although Silver Spray and Mrs. Fisher
are in evidence. All sell at 50 cents to
$1 per hundred.
Sweet peas are In over-supply and 25
cents per 100 is not a low price for
them. Blue corn flowers sell quite well
at 2B cents per 100; Ten Week, double
stock, 2 cents: feverfew, 50 cents per
100. Lily of the valley is in good de-
mand and the stock coming in is very
fine, selling at 4 cents. P^onias are
about over; a few pink ones are still
to be had at 2 and 3 cents.
Common ferns are very choice and
sell readily at $1.25 per thousand; 15
cents per single hundred.
Callas and Harrisii are about done.
Many of the growers are drying off
their callas.
The work of replanting is now well
under way. Many have already thrown
out their old roses and are cleaning up
the houses.
The Newa.
Carl Hespler has withdrawn and
Ben George and James Allen are now
lesees of the Oakley greenhouses. They
have taken possession and already have
one house of chrysanthemums planted.
Fred Lodder, who formerly occupied
the establishment, will build, during
the summer, two or three large houses
in the same neighborhood.
J. R. Shaver, of Charleston, W. Va.,
writes me that he has leased his green-
houses for one year to R. S. Murphy,
who is a young man of ability, and will
push the business.
E. H. Giesy, of Lockland Lumber Co.,
was a caller Saturday. He states that
their refrigerator and greenhouse bus-
iness is good, notwithstanding the
usual cry of hard times.
Charles A. Dean, with E. W. Guy,
Belleville, 111., was a caller during the
week.
Weather AfTects Plant Trade.
Owing to the cold and backward
.season, many of our growers are still
found with large quantities of bedding
stock on hand. A careful estimate
shows that not one-halt the bedding
has been done this season, in compari-
son with other seasons.
Innoal Outing.
The annual outing of the florists
of Cincinnati will be held at Coney
Island on July 22, instead of at Woods-
dale, as first decided on. We shall ex-
pect to see a large attendance and hope
as many visiting brethren as can will
Join us. Boats leave at foot of Vine
Street every two hours; flrst boat at
9 A. M.
HaTe Got The Bowling Feier.
Bowling has at last struck this
city and several teams will be organ-
ized for the contest at Coney Island.
On Saturday. Jure 19, team No. 1, con-
sisting of Charles J. Jones, William
Murphy, Julius Baer, Brother Brooks,
Nephrolepis Exaltata Bostoniensis.
In large and small quantities from $40,00 to |80,00 per 1000.
MINE IS THE GENUINE STOCK.
FRED. C. BECKER, - - - 1 730 Cambridge Street, CAMBRIDGE, MASS.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange_
PALMSjnlFERNS
FINE STOCK.
All the leading varieties of I>A1,MS, from
4 inch pots to specimeus in 10 inch pots.
FERISS— Adiautum Cuneatnm anil asstd.
vari^ies. in 2^ inch pots, at $3 60 per 100, or
$30,00 per 1000.
WISSINOMING, PHILA., PA.
iWl
Flor
trade in general has been
good; shipping trade was never better.
City trade has been variable, the main
call being for weddings and funerals.
Bedding out has progressed at a
lively pace since the warm wave struck
us, and is now well advanced. Super-
intendent Nussbaumer, at the parks, is
hustling night and day with a large
force and has his work pretty well
completed. As his jurisdiction extends
to all the parks in the city— some eight
or ten in number— including Como,
with its several hundred acres to em-
bellish, the task of planting and over-
seeing all is no easy one.
The growers are now busy planting
chrysanthemums and roses and over-
hauling and repairing their houses.
Businesv Changefl.
W. Strehlow, of Forest Lake, who
is running the houses formerly owned
by Governor Merriam, is sending in
some fine roses and carnations.
The houses formerly owned by F. G.
Gould, of Excelsior, are now controlled
by Mr. Bracket.
R. Seeger has discontinued his city
store and will devote his time to grow-
ing. Mr. S. grows some of the best
roses brought to our market and will,
no doubt, give us some elegant stock
the coming season.
\ FestlTal Abandoned.
A floral festival to be held during the
State fair in September was projected
by the committee in charge, but we
learn has now been abandoned, for
which we are sorry. VERITAS.
Toronto.
Bnsinesa li Good.
Business for the last week has
been good, an immense quantity of
bedding plants having been disposed
of; but the stock is not near exhausted.
The market on Saturday was more
crowded with plants than any other
day this year, and as they were not all
sold several of the boys expressed a
hope that the end of the season is not
here yet.
Cut flowers have been very plentiful
and cheap, but the demand for them at
low prices has been and is very good.
The call next week is likely to be
larger than the supply and prices have
doubled. Roses for next week are of-
fered at from %2 to $8 per hundred, and
I think they are likely to be all sold.
Outside cut flowers are good and plen-
tiful. Paeonias, pyrethrums, iris and
flowering shrubs in great variety are
sold in large quantities.
The bedding out in most of our parks
is finished and gives promise of looking
better this summer than ever.
THOMAS MANTON.
Johnstown. N. Y.
Thomas Barson has bought the
greenhouses, stock and dwelling house
owned by Fred K. Aucock on East
Main Street and will continue the bus-
iness there and also at his own green-
houses on the west of the city. Spring
trade has been and still is brisk, al-
though the glove industry is anxiously
waiting for a settlement of the tariff;
and business is dull in consequence.
New Bedford, Mass.
E. S. Haskell has suffered a sad be-
reavement in the death of his wife. He
has the heartfelt sympathy of all here
in the trade, who expressed it in the
many floral emblems sent.
LATANIA BORBONICA
strong, 95.00 per 100. Casta.
EDWIN A. SEIDEWITZ,
36 W. LEXINGTON ST., BALTIMORE, MO.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
mnmm m
»35.0
15 Inch diameter, $15.00
KENTIA BEI.MORKANA.
With 4 5 and 6 character leav
hiEh, J30.00 to »200 00 per 100.
KENTIA FORBTERIANA
With 4. 5 and 6 character leav
IHt
FERNS**
Pterlj Serrulala,
•' Oensa.
" " Magnifica,
; Cretica alba,
iantoides,
Tenemensee,
Aspidium
Japonlca.
$3 BO Per 100. CASH WITH ORDER.
CHA8. F. BAKER. Utiea, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VICTORIA REGIA AND RANDI
We have now reaciy for shipment a flne lot
of Victorias In various sizes. Where arti-
ficially heated tanks are ased, they shouM b*
planted at once, but in non-heated tanks,
planting should be delayed until tue weather
becomes thoroughly settled and warm. We
can also still supply a full line ot all other
AMPELOPSIS VEITCHII
Strouf, hoalthr, rounB plants. »8.00 per 100.
Smilax, 1 inch, $5.00 per 100.
EVERITT & INSALL, Hackettstown, N.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchang
LATANIA BORBONICA.
From 1« to 2« ft. hlKh, 125.00 to 100.00 per 100.
COCOS WEDDELIANA.
From 1 ft. upwards. I25.000 and upwards per 100.
ARECA LUTESCENS.
From Hi. 2 ft. and mors M5 to »100.00 per 100,
ARAUCARIA EXCBTtSA.
10, 12. up to lli inch high. $50.00 to 1160.00 per 100.
SWEET BAYS.
Pyramids and Standards, flne shaped trees, from
$4.00 to $15.00 per couple.
ASPIDISTRA LURIDA.
Green leaved. $32.00 per 1000 leaves.
Variegated. $75.00 per 1000 leaves.
BEGONIA. Single-Separate Colors.
1 In. and IH 'o- diameter, $Sand $16 per 1000
Double— In Separate colors.
Un, and IVi In. diameter, 122 and $40 per 1000
GLOXINIA ERECTA (Hybrids).
a to 1 inch, $10 00, 1 Inch and more, $18.00 per lOOC
CANELI.IAS, RHODODENDRONS
LILACS and all other Nursery Stock growi
Caab,
I'ackInK Free.
ROYAL NURSERIES
LOUIS m HOUTTE PERE
Ghent, Belgium.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchangg
CLEMATIS.
grown plants.
100 Transplanted $1 00 per 1
F. A. BALLER, Bloomlngton,
When Writing Mention Florists' Excha
SMILAX
Wm.'
LRNATIONS.
21,; In.
' 1000.
>n'B White, 2« In. pots, $1.60
1.: $16 00 per 100. Cash with order.
M. Do Witt, TorreadKle, PhllH., Pa.
[Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SMILAX
HYDRANGEA, 4 inah pots, $10.00 per 100.
Send for samples. Cash with order.
KRED. BOKRNER, Cape May City. N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Brooklyn, N. Y.
Saratoga, N. Y.
The Saratoga Floral Fete will be held
on Friday, September 3.
At the flrst floral fete there were two
hundred floral decorated carriages and
but three decorated bicycles. At the
fete held last September there were
over a thousand floral decorated wheels
and the number of floral carriages and
floats remained about the same as the
flrst year.
FOR SALE.
Address P. O. Box 665. ALBANY, K.Y.
Having disposed ot several of my Green-
houses and the remainder Ijeing over crowded,
I have decided to otter for sale the excess, con-
sisting of the greater portion and the choicest
specimens of my collection for the past 20
years, either singly or in quantities. They are
all well established, in flne condition, and many
cannot be obtained in any other collection in
America. A printed list sent on apphcation.
Sales made at reasonable prices.
B. CORNING.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PALMS
AND
FERNS.
The LARGEST STOCK in the West
GEO. WITTBOLD,
When Writing Mention Florl:
1708 N. Halsted St..
CHICAGO.
♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦
\ JULIUS ROEHRS, ♦
♦ Headquarters (or ] \
Ipalms and Decorative Plants,: i
♦ RUTHERFORD, N. J. ; ;
J r. 0. Address. • Carlton HIM, N. I.! ,
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When Writ inir Mention Florists' Exchange
DECORATIVE PLANTS
At aioatl; Stdaoad Filcii.
stuck large and in One con-
Send for new WtiolGflale list
Special prices on large ordcra
Send In list of your wants.
W. J. IIE8SER.
Platt.mouth, Neb.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
600
Baltimore.
I Trade
to the
ales of
the colleges, there was a brisk demand
for flowers this commencement time.
Good roses were scarce, so that the
sweet pea, as well as many of the
other outdoor flowers, had to help out.
Sweet peas this season are exceptional-
ly fine. Prices rule fair. The fakirs
having made their appearance in Bal-
timore as a sure thing, lots of stock
find a ready sale, which was not the
case before their debut.
The Club and the S. A. F
The club gave a smoker at the
last meeting, at which time the secre-
tary read a very instructive paper on
the history of ornamental gardening.
The paper was well received and
showed much research on the part of
the essayist, Mr. Plitton.
The great question of the day as to
whether the club should affiliate with
the S. A. F. brought no response, the
members not feeling the least inter-
ested in the matter. It seems strange
that this, a very important question,
should bring forth no enthusiasm.
That something is the cause of this
apathy is evident, but whether it lies
with the members of the local club or
the management of the national so-
ciety is a hard thing to decide. It is a
fact, however, that very little or no
interest is taken in the S. A. F. by
men below the Mason and Dixon line.
EDWIN A. SBIDEWITZ.
Syracuse, N. Y.
In spite of the cold weather, the va-
rious parks, cemeteries and private
lawns never looked better. The fre-
quent rains have caused a luxuriant
crop of grass. It can be seen growing
in places where there has oeen no grass
before for years.
As I predicted, there has been a clean
sale of bedding stock, but the most re-
markable item is the unprecedented de-
mand for cut flowers. Since a day or
two before Memorial Day there has
been no let-up in this line and I fail to
hear a complaint of dull times in this
city. Probably the cool weather is the
cause of the extra sale of cut flowers,
as very few society people have left
for the summer resorts.
.aitred Bellamy, grower tor Mr. Mar-
quisee, will take unto himself a wife
on the 20th inst. C. BARSON.
-WEI^CH BROTHERS,
DEALERS IN
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
iS Province street, I. BOSTON.
9 Cnapman Place, \
Wire Designs, Wheat Sheaves, Baskets, Im-
mortelles, Cape Flowers, Cut Flowers, Boxes,
aud all other supplies, at prices to meet com-
:ing Me
1 Florists' Exchange
STANDARD
FLOWER POTS
In any quantity, and of the best quality.
Get my price list before ordering elsewh
W. H. ERNEST,
STANDARD ♦ POTS
We are now ready to supply a superior
quality of Pots in unlimited quantities.
Catalogues and price lists furnished on
application.
A. H. HEWS & CO.,
NORTH CAMBRIDGE, - MASS.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
HILFINCER BROS.
STtNDlRD FLOWER POTS,
The Florists' Exchange.
M. RICE &CO.
Importers and Manufacturers of
CHOCOLATE COOLER CO.,
GRAND RAPIDS. MIOH.
FLOHISrS BEFRIGERlTOnS.
BEST
Florists,
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
[*-^VlE^7^ SAVE THE BLOOMS!
^^r#j NIKOTEEN
iKr- ^2- DOES NOT INJURE SENSITIVE
^> K0i PLANTS. USED FOR FUMIGAnON
Wj^r^- ii^<^ OR SPRAYING, INDOORS OR OUT.
L^— Ci:^^^^^ 200 mm TOBACCO IN ONE HXI NIKOIEEK
Price $l.50. ALL SEEDSMEN.
When Writing Mention Flor
Excha
HELLEBORE Per lb., lie.
PARIS GREEN " 14c.
DALMATION INSECT POWDER . " 18c.
WHALE OIL SOAP " 7c.
LONDON PURPLE " 12c.
BORDEAUX MIXTURE, liquid, qt . . 25c.
•' gal . . 80c.
H. G. FAUST & CO.,*'p*.a^e.P^"rpa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SHEEP FERTILIZER!
PULVERIZED. COMPRESSED.
A ftuiok Germinator and Crop Forcer.
HiTCEAL. OBOELESS. OLIAH TO HAHDLI.
JOHNJ. PETERS CO., Long Island City, N.Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
EL PASO BRAND
FDBE SHEEP liDBE
ONCE TRIED, ALWAYS USED.
Mixed liberally with the soil, nothing can
equal it for results on PlnUs, Roses,
'Violets and Cbrysanttaemnms.
Used in liquid form it beats all others.
«3.00 per 100 lbs.; S30.00 per
P. O. B. Boaton. 500 lbs. at ton rate. Car load
price on application.
SCHLEGEL & FOTTLER,
26 So. Market St. BOSTON, MASS.
Send for our Import Price* oil
DUTCH and PKENCH BULBS.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
I full 1
Standard Pol
_ ' Watch
. i;l.(
Bases. 12
Pans, Cylinders, elazed and unglazed
L.awn Vases and HonKlnit Vases.
tliese bargains, l^awn Vases. 17il9 Inch, f
50 cts. each ; 20,000 5 i'
40,000 3 inch pots, at %\ uu per luw.
Send for Price Ijlsl for otiier sizes before ordering
HILFINGER BROS., Fort Edward, N. Y.
or AUGUST ROLKER & SONS,
136 & 138 W. 24th St., N. Y. City.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Kai loi Bulo by aQ
wholesale florista and'supply dealers.
N. F. McCarthy, Treas. & nanager.
.."S;?:'i,. BOSTON, MASS. « sSKf,'-,,.
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.
25 N. 4th St., Philadelphia, Pa.
NEW FALL CATALOGUE NOW KEADV
AVhen Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
When Writing Ment
JOHN GONLEY & SON,
MANUFACTURKRB OF
TIN FOIL
2 and i Doiiiinick Street,
NEW YORK.
DO NOT BE HUMBUGGED
than anything
else on the market. The original and oniy SILKAUNE
is made solely by JOHKi C. MEVER &CO.,
87 Summer Street. BOSTON, MASS., U. S. A.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
rtSk.xx€Lsk.ir€L
■lO'vwT-^xr
'ots.
Send for our Now Prioo Llot with oilra diooounls. All our Fota, from 7 In. and i
onr PalonI Eloololor BoHom, which is a great advintage, ae It Insnres perfect drainage.
A FULL LINE OF BULB PANS.
THE WHILLDIN POTTEEY CO., 713 to 719 Wharton Street, PHILADELPHIA.
Kearney and Weetalde Atos.. Jersey City, N.J.
Jackson Ave. and Pearson St.. Lodk Island Ctty, N.Y.
BRANCH HOUSBS:
NO ADULTERATION
BONE FLOUR ^^
LaFaselte, Ind.
Bayside, L. I., N. T.
E. G. Hill & Co., - Richmond, Ind.
L L. May & Co., - St. Paul, Minn.
GEO. S. BARTLETT, 1255-1257 WEST 6th ST., CINCINNATI, O.
SUCCESSOR TO CINCINNATI DESICCATING CO.
FOR MILDEW AND BLACK ROT
Qd Vegetables, and Carnation Rust
25 pounds, $2.00.
193 Greenwich Si, N.Y.
X
rjf s u ec E.S.SOU TO ^'^^^57^"*
^Z^anu/acfurer of STEFFENS BRO?
LORISTS
\J,
£ DESIGNS
t^
33 j^AST 2/ -JSTREET. NEW YO/^K CfTY. >
FLOWER POTS^^
We ore MannfacturlnK a Full Line of
STANDARD FLOWER POTS and HANGING BASKETS
OF THE BEST QUALITY.
Shipping Facilities First-CIass, thereby Securing Lowest Freight Kates.
Our goods are well packed, and brealiage is nominal. Give us a trial. Send for Price List.
Address THE SYRACUSE POTTERY GO , 403 N. S&LINA ST., SYRACUSE, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
'^JADOO'' FIBRE
The New Material in Which
EVERY PUNT THRIVES WITHOUT EARTH,
And which has proved as invaluable to the Grower as to Amateur Gardeners.
"JADOO" LIQUID,
Both Meat and Drink to Plants. Simply Invaluable in Pot Culture.
The Best and Cheapest Fertilizer Made.
TESTIMONIALS AND PRICES FURNISHED ON APPLICATION TO
s.pateotaod THE AIVIERICAN JADOO CO.
811 Fairmount Ave., PHILA., PA.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Tub F^l-orists' Exchkngb.
601
LORD & BURNHAM CO., |}BEE)IH0OSE E^^ M VE|ITIL|IT1|II},
HORTICULTURAL ARCHITECTS AND BUILDERS, I
8TEA9I AND HOX -WAXHR HEAXIMG Bl>«GII>iE:HR8.
1 BetimaWo furnished on application.
Sena four
' Illnstrated Catalogue.
t
CALIFORNIA RED CEDAR
A. DIETSGH i GO. 619 Sheffield Avenue, CHICAGO.
MANnFACTUREBS OK
RED CEDAR AND CYPRESS GREENHOUSE MATERIAL.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
i
>♦»»♦♦♦♦♦ ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦♦♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦<
•(END FOR OUR NEW CATALOGUE, WHICH SHOW8
Boll machines now made In two sizes. T
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When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
STANDARD VENTILATING MACHINE.
NONE
EQUAL IT
IN
Strength
AND
Durability
NOTHING
Flimsy
OR
Complicated
about it.
Sma for CJatalogne. E. HIPPARD, YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO.
When Writ ing Mention Florists' Exchange
TRADE GREENHOUSES.
THE BEST MADE.
"Florists" Get Your Plans and Estimate from
PLENTY'S HORTICULTURAL WORKS,
148-156 Randolph Ave , JERSEY CITY, N.J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchanere
When Writing Mention Fl.
Horticultural Architecture and Building.
ESTABLISHED 1844.
233 Mercir Striet, NEW YIRK
FIVE PATTERNS IF lOILERS.
NINETEEN SIZES,
Perfect Sash Raising Apparatus.
RosehouscB, Greenhouses, Etc., of Iron
Frame Construction erected complete
or the Structural Iron "Work ship-
ped ready for erection.
Iron Frame Benches with the
" Perfect Drainage Bench Tile "
viemtloB payir. W'. °' S'^te Tops-
SEMD 4C. POSTAGE FOR. II.I.i;STRAXED CATALOGUE.
GLASS
L. HKRRIS Si SON.
497 W. BROADWAY, NEW YORK, 89 LIBERTY ST., NEW YORK
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
For Greenhouses, Conservatories,
Graperies, Hotbeds and all other
purposes, at Lowest Rates.
N. COWEN'S SON 392 & 394 West Broadway, New York.
Formerly 154 a:
9et 9ur Figures before buying Qlass,
GLASS!
GLASS!
1S6 80. Fifth Avence.
Bttimatet freely Given^
Exchange
FOR GLAZING GREENHOUSES. SUPERIOR TO PUTTY IN EVERY WAY.
remains permanently elastic bo thai it is not forced out of place by ex-
ndwork. Hou'tes giazed w 1th Maetica do not need re-Klazlnp. thus sav-
"'HlTHTsriWiRolF'srcTE'innMYRTci^^ IT PITTSBURG, 1895.
Put up in gallons, $1.00. Half gallons, 60 cts. Quarter gallons, 36 cts.
Mastical Glazing Machines, $1.00 each.
Send for full de.scrlptlve circular and testimoulalB. AKents in nil the principal cItieH.
F. 0. PIERCE CO., Sole Manufacturers, 1 70 Fulton St., New York.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FURMAN BOILERS
Greenhouse Heating.
■.'("I style;i and Sizes. Steam and Hot Water.
SAFE. SUBSTANTIAL, SIMPLE. ECONOMICAL.
Portalile or Brick Set.
GREAT COAL SAVER.
Send f.M catalogue. Kstinuites Free.
THE HERENDEEN MFC. CO.,
H.Miie om.-.- : 13 Fay St., (Jcnevn, N. Y.
BRANCH OFFICES:
UUNTION, FLORISTS
It will be to your advantage to look
into the merits of the Scollay
'Invincible" Hot Water Boiler.
It IS all that its name implies, ana
don't forget it.
Cuts and full information mailed
on application.
s JOHN A. SCOLLAY.
74 & 76 MYRTLE AVE.,
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
602
The F=i-ORists' Excht^ngi
i J. K. ALLEN,
1 Whol.s.1. ComrT,i.,ion D..l.r ,n
ICUT FLOW^ERS,
1 67 W. asth St., Now York.
1 °'-- \l-^'lZi.T.'SSS.'^^^h'^'-'""
\ ROSES AND VIOLETS SPECIALTIES.
W. S. ALLEN,
17 West 28th St., New York.
FORD BROS.
WHOLESALE FLORISTS,
111 West 30th Street,
NEW YORK.
I Conrigniiisiits So'lci'.ed. Tehpiooe
WM. H. CUNTHER,
Wholesale Florist
VIOLETS AND CARNATIONS A SPECIALTY.
Cousi^Dmeats Solicited.
30 West 29th St., New York.
Teleph.me, 2<)00-38th Street.
MICHAEL A. HART,
Wholesale & Commission Florist,
113 W. 30th St., New York.
Telephone Call, 1307 38th St.
All kinds of Roses, VioletB and Carnations
a specialty.
ORDERS PROMPTLY ATTENDED
H. A. HOFFMANN,
Wholesale Florist
44 W. 29th St., NEW YORK.
Telephone Call, 1658 38ih St.
American Beauties. Carnallons. White Violets.
Specialties. CO'nSIGNMEMS SOLICITED.
JULIUS LANG,
Wholesale Florist
' 53 WEST 30tl» ST.
ConBignments Solicited. NEW YORK.
MILLANG & CO.,
Wholesale Commission Florists,
501 Sixth Avenue,
Corner 30th Street, NEW YORK.
BRANCH CLIT FLOWER EXCHANQE.
Wholesale Dealer in Cut Flowers.
We lire Headquarters for finest Carnations and Rosea, Vi^
Adlantum. Bept selected stock reserved for shipping ordei
Sem - Mon i hly Price List.
a, Valley, Romans, Smilax,
9-21 RANDOLPH STREET, CHICAGO.
Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CHAS. W. McKELLAR,
WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORIST
Largest and best market in Chicago. Constant supply of all seasonable flowers.
Consignments of first grade goods solicited. Complete stock of Florists'
Supplies, Wire-work, etc. All orders given prompt attention.
Telephone, Main 1129. 45, 47, 49 WABASH AVENUE, CHICAGO. ILL.
ED. F. WINTERSON, Manager.
. Beauty, fanoy and special.
" No.l
" Culls andordlnary.
Bennett, Onsln
Jacqneminot
K. A. Victoria
t,a France, extra
" ordinary.
Magna Charta
Mrs. P. Morgan .
NiphetoB. Hoste.
PapaOontler
f All colors, inferior grade
M (White
« STiNDiBD 1 Pink
2 VABiETrEs ] Bed
*• ( Tel. 4 Varie
5 'Fasoi ( White
rtsst J ?■>>■•
B (Th.
Yel.t
tiii
LiLI
Misi
Haw ToBK BosToB pHiumiiPHU Ohioaoo 8t . Loms
ie»1. Juno 16, 1897. June 16, 1897. June 16, 1897 . June 16, 1897.
.50 to 3.00
2.00 to 26.00
....to .
sioo to 8
.60 to 1.00
.60 to 1.00
.60 to i.on
36.00 to f
20 to
60 to
.60 to .76
.50 to 1.00
.00 to 1.26
.60 to 1.00
.10 to .1
.'.'.' to '.'.
For Prices o( Fancy and Special Stooli see our Correspoi
Prices are for quantities of one hundred unless otherv
Prices quoted above are given only after very careful inquir
arantee their accuracy, they will be found practically correct up to
ise noted.
T, and while we do
the date mentioned.
Wholesale Growers of Cut Flowers.
500,000 Feet of Glass.
We can fill all ordpra on short notice with all leading varieties of ROSES and
CARNATIONS. We are headquarters for fine AMERICAN BEAUTIES,
Give us a trial and convince yourself.
SALESROOM 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO, III.
Wllen Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FRANK MILLANG,
Wholesale Commission Dealer
....in Gut Flowers....
408 East 34lh SI , New York City.
Cut Flower Exchange. Telephone f
THE NEW YORK CUT FLOWER CD.
119-121 West 23d Street,
112-114 West 24th Street,
ISthSt.. NEW YORK.
PURDY & BLAUVELT,
Wholesale and Commission Dealers In
CUT FLOWERS
KAIDEHHAIE riEM FI0HD3 A SPECIALTY.
57 WEST 30th STREET,
Bal. Broadway ft 6lh Ave. I
A. & F. ROLKER,
WHOLESALE DEALERS IN
CUT FLOWERS
I 53 West zStb St.
Telephone 2379 38th St. NEW YORK.
ini.F=. SHeRIDKN
WhoIeBsle OominitloD Dealer 1b
CUT FLOWERS
39 West 38th Bl., New Tork.
Telephone, 21i— 88th Bt.
PRICE LIST SENT ON APPLICATION.
TRAENDLY & SCffiNGK,
Wholesale Florists,
38 W. 28th SI. and CUT FLOWER EXCHANSE,
NEW YORK.
JOHN YOUNG,
Wholesale Flofi^t,
61 WEST 28th ST.,
NEW TORK.
WM. J. BAKER.
Wholesale Florist
1432 So. Penn Square,
Philadelphia, Pa.
SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, "^l^or.It"
....FOR JUNE "WEDDINGS....
A large stock of VAI,I,EV, also Pink and White S-WEET PEAS, of e.ttra fine quality.
A fuil line of all other desirable cut flowers.
Will close at 6 p.m. after June 19.
1 61 2- 1 61 4 Barker St. Bet. chestnut & Market sts. Philadelphia, Pa.
Local and Long Distance 'Phone 6310.
Illinois Cut Flower Co.,
J. B. DEAMUD, Manager.
WHOLESALE CflKINIISSlON FLORISTS,
KENNIGOTT BROS.
GOMPINY, 1
Wholesale -Cut
• FlowerSi
88 -Wabasb Avenue, {|{|
CHICAGO,
"-''•
WIRE WORK A
SPECIALTY. 1
DLMONT & CO.,
WHOLESALE FLORISTS
CARNATIONS A SPECIALTY.
No. 1305 Filbert St., Philadelphia.
EDWARD REID,
^Wholesale Florist
ROSES, CKRNKTIONS,
No. 40 South Sixteenth Street.
^°'",;,r„rpW.. Philadelphia.
A trial order wiU convince you tha
June 91, if97.
THe F^LORiSTS' Exchange.
603
Wholesale Florists
JOBBERS IN
FLORIST'S
SUPPLIES.
FLORISTS' VASES.
84 HAWLEY STREET,
GEO. A. SUTHERLAND,
CUT FLOWERS aadFLORISinUFFLIES I
WHOLESALE.
67 Bromfield St., Boston, Mass.
City Hall Cut Flower Market
WELCH BROS., Props.
1 goods.
Flowers Shipped (0 all Points.
..SEKiD FOR PRICE LIST..,
W. BI,L,ISOI<(,
Wholesale Gut Flowers,
Florist Supplle*. Wire Daslfn*.
■2744 Franklin Ave., ST. LOUIS, MO,
CBAS.G.FLECKENSTEIN,
Wholesale Flowers,
1323 Pine Street,
...ST. LOUIS, MO.
C. A. KUEHN,
WHOLESALE FLORIST.
1122 Pine St., St. Louis, Mo.
A COMPLETE LINE OF WIBE DESIOS.
C. "W. ^VORS,
Wholesale Florist,
313 N. LEFFINSWELL AVENUE.
ST. LOUIS, 9IO.
FUTE ROSES— Snipped carefully to all
parts of the country.
ROGERS PARK FLORAL CO.,
OFFICE AND SALESROOM.
41 WABASH AVE., CHICAGO.
Heidqnallers for AMERICAN BBAUTIBS.
Buffalo Cut FlowerExchange,
WHOLESALE COMMISSION,
481 WASHINGTON ST., BUFFALO, N. Y.
HEADQUARTERS Ne^rry us
ROSES, CARNATIONS AND
ALL SEASONABLE FLOWERS.
WM. F. HASTING. K:uii„„
Also Decker in Florists' Supplies & Wire Designs
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
TOBACCO DUST
TO BURN, $3.00 per bbl., 180 lbs.
TO SPRINKLE, $6percase,450lhs.
^_____^^ .,.-.._ H. A. Stooihofl,.
CORRECT KIND.3i5Mjdi,u^,Av«.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Providence.
The Uarket Brisk.
There has been a big improve-
nu'nt in the business during the past
week. Wedding reeeptif)ns and school
and college ciiiui,' ip . im in- lia\,.- li.-en
ed to
^cddi
tinn to these the number of tunerals
has been uncommonly large and the
iloral pieces unusually profuse.
Carnations still hold the sway in this
iiiaik>-t an in. pote, in
splendid shape, tlio very best varieties.
HYDRANGEA OTAKSA MONSTROSA. This
new Hy drangea bears flowers of imraeneet-ize;
nice branching plants from 3 ii . pots, $3.50
per 100.
Strong, 2Vo inch stuff, In Splendid Shape.
Her 100
BEGONIA REX, in good assortment $3 50
COLEUS, best varieties I 50
FEVERFEW, Little Gem 2 (iO
UMBRELLA PLANT 2 50
CARNATIONS, well established potted plants
in the following : McGowan. Fred Dorner,
Mrs. Harrison, Silver Spray, Elizabeth Bev-
n.ilds, $1.60 per 100. Eldorado, $2.B0 per 100.
PANSIES, strong transplanted, grown from
select seed. 75c. per 10(1: $6.00 per 1100.
JOHN A. DOYLE, SPrTnGFIELD, OHIO.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
HERE THEY CO.
rer 100
Rex Begonia, SW inch pots $4 00
SinCD puts 6C0
Vlnca var., SM inch puts 2 50
4inch pots!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!'.'.'.'.;;;'.;', e oo
I.,eniou Vertoena, 2>4 inch pots 4 Oo
Vernon Begonia, 2H inch pots.... 3 (10
retunia, sinjtle 1 ringed, 3)4 inch pots. 4 00
Sweet Alyssuni, iU inch pot= 3 00
Cobsea scandens, 2)4 inch pott .3(0
■H4 inch pots 5 (10
Kiasturtiuni, 2!4 inch pots 2 00
Mt, of Snow Geraniums, 23'4 inch
pot- 4 CO
Oymnocarpa, 2)4 inch pots 2 do
Heliotrope, 2J.4 inch nnts 3 00
50,000 Rooted Cuttings of Lobelia,
Mi.ved GerviQiums. salvia, Heliotrope,
Verbcniis, Sweet Alyssiim, Strobilanth A nil AC STRONG
POTS. UAnllAd PLANTS.
„. . „ Psr d 2. Per 100
Pierson's Premier »:i 00 »25 Oil
John''wbii;'e,"varVeKaieo'i;.riHB-:::;: 4 ro
Wouv. de AntoineCroz' 2 00
Florence Vausban, I lias, lie dir-
Ware. J*D. rabos,"Day«n J . Sls'ier',
and several other varieties 8 00
linnN Fl nWFR true.stroni! rooted cuttlnus,
mUUn rLUnClli per too. tZ.Obi per 1000. »16.00.
MISCELLANEOUS PLANTS.
Ready for Immediate sales. 100
Aiteriianlhera, all leading varieties |3 00
Afferacum, blue and white 3 00
Carniitlons, from 4 in. pots, flnestocb 12 00
Coleus, lesdlns sorts. IH In. pots 3 10
„ " "3 •■ 600
Geraniums, double and single, 4 in. pots.... 3 00
'■ •■ •• 2)i ■• .... 4 00
.. " Ivy. Hue variety, 4 " ... 8 00
Heliotrope, from 3 In.^^pots 6 00
Hydraneea Otaksa, 61n. bushy ".."..'.;. ".'.' 26 00
Fuchsias, double and single. ■(H In. pots 8 00
Moon Flower, 2Min.,pots ^.. ".....::::::' loo
peiareoniam.,2« In. pot;.v..;.';:;::;-::;:::; 'SSS
Salvia SpleadeDS and Bedman,2) 2M in. pots. »25.00 per
1000; $3.00 per loo.
Panslea in bud and bloom. $2.50 per 100 1 $20 per 1000
Netv Trade List on ApplleatloD.
WOOD BROS., Fishkill, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
The F=lorists' Excht^nge.
S. I CHRYSANTHEMUMS ^rd^ril
pots. $2 00 per ICO. Mrs. H. Riiblnson $3 00 per 100.
l/ini CTO i^allfornia. Marie Louise, single
VIULb. I O white, from 2« Inch pot., $3.C0 per
inc. I.ady H. Campbell, clumps, tl.OO per 100.
MOONVINES Adae.o.,31n.pssuni, Tom rhumb and Giant, dou:
I Aralla pap "' ' "
Begonias,
I Vernon, red and pink. 214
: Cli£enostonia Hlsplda,
Clirysantliemunis, line
Cyclamen gigantei
Gigaoteum, to co
Persicum, from flats, \
The above are from the vXf.
S^FOO
Geraniums, assorted, 4 inch pots $
Ivy, 4 inch pots
Rose, 3 inch pots
Rose, 2J^ inch pots
Mme. Salleroi, ZHinch pots
German Ivy, strong, 2V4 inch pots
Grevlllea robasta, 4 inch pots 1
HoneysucUIe, golden leaved, 4 inch pots 1
Maranta, bi-color, strong, 2H inch pots
musa Knsete, large plants, 12 inch pots, $2.00 each ; 5 to 8 I
pots, BO cts. to 75 cts. each. The above are strong plants, h
' " ■ '" ' making a strong growth.
to 75
1 carried over cool, are
i specimen plants
TRADE I.ISX FRE
Cash with order from unknown customers or C. O. D.
Strobllanttaes Dyerianus, 2H inch...
S'walnsona £:aleslfolla rosea, 2^ i
ON APPLICAXIOI«.
Orders amounting to I5.00 and •
F. O. B.. N. Y. Citv.
SEAWANHAKA GREENHOUSES
JAS. -C. CLARK, Supt.
OYSTER BAY,
QUEENS CO., N.Y.
WM. L. SWAN, Prop.
straight shoot and
A WEEKLY MEDIUM OF INTERCHANGE FOR FLORISTS, NURSEK t<^'N, SEEDSMEN AND THE TRADE IN CENERAU
YOL. IX. NO. 26.
NEW YORK, JUNE 26, 1897.
One Dolla! Per Year
ARECA LUTESCENS.
1 pots, 15-18 inches high, 3 plaats
1 pots, 30-24 Inches high, 3 plante
I pots, 28-30 inches high, 3 plants
in a pot
$6.0C ^ ,--
per dozen ; $100.00 per
COCOS WEDDELIANA
. .$4.60 per dozen ; $35 00 per 100
. . .$6.00 per dozen ; J50.00 per 100
1 pots $3.00 per dozen ; $35.00 per 100
KENTIA BELMOREANA.
I pots, 8-13 inches high, 4-5 leaves $3.50 per dozen ; J35.00 per 100
I pots, 12-15 inches high, 4-6 leaves $6.50 per dozen ; $50.00 per 100
I pots, 18-20 inches high, 6-T leaves, stocliy $9.00 per dozen ; $75.00 per 100
I pots, 20-34 inches high, 6-7 leaves, stocky $13.00 per dozen ; $100.00 per 1(0
KENTIA FORSTERIANA.
LATANIA BORBONICA.
1 pots $3.00 per 100 ; $25.00 per lOf 0
1 pots $10.00 per 1011
1 pots, 12-15 Inches high $3." ' — '""
1 pots, 15-18 inches high
$25.00 per 100
.$6.00 per dozen : $50.00 per 100
L pots, 18-20 inches high, stocky plants $9.00 per dozen ; $75.00 per 1(0
LIVISTONA HOOGENDORPII.
1 pots, 10-12 inches high, 7 leaves $4.60 per dozen j $36.00 per 100
LIVISTONA ROTUNDIFOLIA.
) pots, 12-15 Inches high, 7-8 leaves, strong plants $1.60 each; $18.00 i)er dozen
PHCENIX RECLINATA.
1 pots, 15 18 inches high $6.00 per dozen ; $45.00 per 100
PITCHER & MANDA, Short Hills, N. J.
JOHN N. MAY, Receiver.
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SURPLUS LIST
BEDDING PLANTS
Eirieties, strong
Agreratutn Cope's Pet, 2)4 in
3Hln
Alyssum Tom Thumb, in bloora, 3 in
I.obeIla Glracilis, in bloom, 3 in
** uvaa>a w—n vw • ^^^^ Imporfers and Exporters of Bulbs, Seed, Parms, Rare
ESTABLISHEDn
78. J
PRIMULA FIMBRIATA
(Chinese Primrose).
Rubra (Red), Alba (White), Alba Klagr-
nlflca. Rubra Violacea. Cblowlcli
Red, Meteor, Village Maid or
Clioice Mixied.
Trade Packages, 50c. and SI. 00.
CINERARIA
Hybrida Grandiflora choice mixed,
Kxtra Ktiie Owarf Mixed, Grandi-
flora Kermeslna, Dbl. Flowering.
Trade Packages, 50c. and SI. 00.
CALECOLARIA
WM. ELLIOTT & SONS
FORCING BULBS
Special Import Price List Ready.
=CANNAS=
BURB&NK - ■ 75c. ITALIA - - - 40c.
YELCROZY-SI.SO AUSTRIA- - -20c.
All Standard and New at Market Price.
VaUGHAN'S SEED STORE,
NEW YORK, CHICAGO,
14 Barclay St, 84-86 Randolph St.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
P. OUWERKERK,
1 1 23 Summit Ave., Jarsiy City, N.J.
Just received from our Holland
Nurseries :
RHODODENDRONS, AZALEAS,
SPIRJEA JAPONICA, LILIUKI SPECIOSUM,
P/EGNIES, BLEEDING HEART,
POT GROWN LILACS, HYDRANGEA IN SORTS.
CLEMATIS and H. P. ROSES, m the beet sort.
porters of Bulbs, Seed, Palms, Rare
ibuery irom me United States, .Tapan, Australia and
ope, will hereafter transact all business for the
STERN STATES from thelrofflceln New Vork City,
ddress all letters to 220 Broadway, (llooms N and O, 13th floor), New York.
!88 for the PACIFIC COAST will as heretofore receive attention
Addressed t1. H. BERQER & CO., San Francisco, Cal-
READY FOR JULY AND AUGUST.
FREESIAS (Larue sizes are very scarce).
CAI,I,A ETHIOPICA (Send orders NOW).
LITTLE GEM CALCAS (Improved variety). A REAL GEM.
Lit,. LOKGIFLORUM EXIMIUM, the Best tor Forcing. Produces mon
t Lbe common g
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
QUEEN
CHARLOTTE
^eCANNAS
L AT AISI A BORBOKJIC A 3 inch pots, $5 00 per 100.
THE ELIZABETH NURSERY COMPANY, Elizabeth, N.J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PRIMULA SINENSIS SEED
The Wm. Scott strain (grown by Wm. Scott, Buffalo), includes :
Our "GREAT SCOTT MIXTURE," from assortment of 10 Tarieties.
Also 4 SEPARATE COLORS, Single White, Pink, Ked and Double Red,
Sold only in sealed Trade Packets, at each, 60 cts. Liberal reductions on larger
orders as per Free Priced Circular List, for which apply to Sales Agent.
DAN'L B. LONG, 'r„"wU't'.nr' Buffalo, N.Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
■FieiOES OI>T-
BULBS, ROOTS, and DECORATIVE PLANTS,
For Fall Delivery, Now Ready. Send for Catalogue.
F. W. O. SCHMITZ, JERSEY CITY, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ALLEN'S DEFIANCE MIGNONETTE
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Prize-Winning
DAHLIAS
AM UNPRECEDEKTED RECORD.
23 First Prizes, Certificate of Merit, 2
Diplomas, and higliest mention everywhere.
This stock is all from special selected spikes and
treatment. $1.00 per oz.; 50 cts. per packet.
Still a little of the original crop left which will germi
and JLookiDg Fine, will be Beady Aneast Ist.
ure to prove good under proper
about 50 per cent., at $1.00 per pkt.
CHARLES H. ALLEN, FLORAL PARK, N. Y
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
L MAYER & SOHN,
WHOLESALE
DEALERS ...
SEEDi VARIETIES b
CUCUMBER SEED. Best kinds for Pickling. ;;
g First consignment uf Our "SURE CROP" ENG- S
^'^" MUSHROOM SPAWN &;Te?:?
tt ter than ever. Prices right to Dealers. ;
S WEEBEH S DON, 'llV^^^^S' \
8 114 Chambers St., NEW YORK CITY. J
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Ists' Exchange
I Gro\«er of all t
the World.
leading Novelties 'i
^ROEMER'S SUPERB PRizrPANSilsil
^ Thefl ■ - -
1^ Introduce
1*1 Uicbesi
^ Ilaiiibure
3 FRED,
^ Hamburg. \m. Catalogue free on application. R
^FRED. ROEMER, Seed Crower,|
Quedlinburg, Germany. Q
^r:'.' - H- . - ..> - - ... .-.,> - 'JOGOOGGCGCBGOCT
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Pansies Worth Raising . .
NEW CROP SEED.
Exceptionally well developed, can be bad
now in packages containing about 3000 seeds
for $1.00 per package.
CASH WITH ORDER.
C. Soltau S Co."/.f/u'e:' Jersey City, H. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
IFEi TIMES MCI
ILL BULeS IND FLINTS
For Summer and Fall Delivery, Quoted
at Very Low Rates.
HDLSEBOSCH BROS., Englewood, N. J
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
NEW CROP SEED NOW READY
ZlB'SmiEDFMSIS:
FRANKFURT a/Main, GERMANY.
EXPORTERS:
jOfNatural IMPORTERS
Meadow Fescue, Redtop, <
M Seeils-Galla Boms.
Apple Geranlv
Seafortliia EleKans, 40 cts. per 100 seeds;
$3 01) per 1000 seeds.
CyperMS Alternlfollus, 25 cts. per pkt.
Pbormium Teiiax, 25 cts. per 100 seeds ;
gl 00 per lllUO seeds.
P. Tenax Varlegata, 30 cts. per lOfl
list DOW ready. Address
W. p. PEACOCK.
Dahlia Specialist, ATCO,
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
I Speoialtiesfor Autumn delivery.
MRS THEODOSIA B. SHEPHERD
Ventura-by-the-Sea, Cal.
HEADQUARTERS FOR
Gallas m Fieesia Buimi
PAMPAS PLUMES,
Palm, California Tree and Flower Seeds.
FOR SPECIAL PRICES.
GERMAIN FRUIT GO. Los Angeles, GaL
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
"HuKe jewels of velvet and sold."— Bosfoii
Transcript.
GIANT MARKET and GIANT FANCY
STRAINS, in trade pkts., at$l each.
Printed directions with every package.
DENYS ZIRNGIEBEL, Nesdham, Mass.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PANSIESI
THE JEHNINGS' STRAIN
M
W
cn
of finest Amerion grown Pansy seed ; new
crop now ready, saved from the very finest
selected plants, all large flowering, in gre-
variety and most splendid colore : witho
doubt the finest strain in the market to-da
The following complimentary letter is one
ved«
Ixeda
Try a packet of Jennings' finest mixed strain
and vou will not be disappointed. Finest mi.\ed,
per pkt. of 2500 seed, $1.00; $6.00 per oz.; 13.00
per H oz.; 3 oz., $15.00. White, yellow, black
and blue, in separate colors, $1.00 per pkt.; 50c.
per ii pkt , postpaid by mail. Price to Seeds-
men on application. Cash with order.
E. B. JENNINGS,'
Southport,
QROWER OF THE FINEST PANSIES.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
The I=i-orists' Excht^nge.
607
Pure Seed Invesiigaiion,
Through the courtesy of Gilbert H.
Hicks, Esq., o£ the Pure Seed Investi-
gation Division of the Department of
Agriculture, we present herewith his
address before the American Seed
Tra.de Association at its meeting held
in Washington recently:
At the outset ot my remarks, which
will be more or less informal and brief,
I wish to correct an error which seems
to be prevalent in the minds of many
seedsmen in the country, and that is
that the Department of Agriculture, or
the speaker as its representative in this
line of work, is desirous of securing
any unjust legislation affecting the in-
terests of seedsmen or of taking any
antagonistic stand whatever to the
honorable members of the trade.
About three years ago, as probably
most of you are aware, the Division of
Botany of the Department of Agricul-
ture inaugurated a new line of work in
the Department, known under the gen-
eral head of pure seed investigations.
Good seed, as we all know, is one of the
main essentials of successful agricul-
ture, for, no matter how much energy and
care are expended upon the preparation
of the soil and the culture of our crops,
the efforts of the planter will be a fail-
ure unless the seed he sows is true to
name, free from obnoxious weed seeds,
and of good vitality. The disappoint-
ments resulting from the planting of
poor seed are all the more serious and
annoying, because the farmer depends
for his bread and butter entirely upon
the seed he plants, whether it be for
the pasture, the garden or the farm.
Even with the best seed, the weather,
injurious insects or fungous diseases,
may utterly ruin some of his crops.
The successful farmer plants his seed
at the most favorable time possible.
If this seed fails to come up, or makes
a poor and uneven stand, or comes up
full of weeds, he is compelled to replant
at a less favorable time and with the
disadvantage of a serious delay.
No one denies for a moment that
there is an immense amount of trashy
seed placed upon the market every
year. Not only does this apply to vege-
table seed of inferior stock and low
germination, but also to seeds of clo-
vers, grasses, and other forage plants.
Scope of the Department** Work.
The difficulties under which the
American farmer often labors can
hardly be appreciated by any one who
is not himself dependent upon this vo-
cation for a livelihood. It is the prov-
ince of the Department of Agriculture
by investigation and experiment to
place within the farmer's reach every
possible help and all obtainable in-
formation which will enable him to
overcome his difficulties and attain
success in his calbng. With this
thought in view, and knowing of the
need of better knowledge of the differ-
ence between good and bad seeds of
agricultural plants, the line of work
above referred to was inaugurated. It
follows as a matter of course that our
investigations proceed from the stand-
point of the farmer, and are aimed
principally at furthering his interests,
but, on the other hand, we emphatic-
ally insist that we have no grievance
whatever against the seed trade in gen-
eral, or any one who is honorably en-
gaged in this business. It is our ear-
nest desire to become well acquainted
with the class of men whom this con-
vention represents, and help them in
every way in our power both to correct
the abuses of the seed trade and to give
them freely the benefit of any of our
experiments or investigations which
may be of value to them. Although
you, gentlemen, are engaged in the
growing and selling of seeds as a busi-
ness, and must consider that business
largely from the financial standpoint,
undoubtedly many questions are con-
stantly arising among you which re-
quire patient and careful scientific in-
vestigation. Every intelligent seeds-
man conducts experiments of his own
so far as he is able, but in the press of
business and tor lack of time and suit-
ably equipped laboratories probably few
of you have had the opportunity to de-
vote as much time to such investiga-
tions as you would like. It is right here
that the Department of Agriculture
hopes to be of some service to you. Al-
ready we have had numerous requests
from seedsmen for information con-
cerning the vitaUty ot seeds, the best
methods of keeping seeds, methods of
testing seeds, etc.. and we are glad to
receive such questions at any time, and
promise to give them our best atten-
tion, believing that whatever really
benefits the seed trade will benefit the
American agriculturist.
It is often claimed by seedsmen that
under the present conditions of trade
they cannot afford to guarantee their
seeds or take extra pains to offer the
very best seed obtainable, for the rea-
son that the farmers do not appreciate
such seed, and will generally purchase
inferior seed if it is sold at a cheaper
price. Unfortunately, in many sections
of the country, agriculturists have not
learned that a difference of a dollar a
bushel, for example, between first-class
clover seed and a poor quality, is a
trifling matter, compared with the im-
mense difference in the real value of
the seed. So far as we are able to
eradicate such false ideas and to im-
press upon the people who plant seed
the importance of using only seed
which is first class in every particular,
even at an increased price, the Pure
Seed Investigations of the Department
will do so. Also when a farmer Avrites
to us, as many have, asking about the
value ot the German coffee berry, for
which the seedsman asks him fifteen
cents for a small packet, we are ready
with the information that he can prob-
ably buy the same thing from the same
seedsman under the name of Soja Bean
at fifteen cents a pound.
Although a large portion ot our time
in the seed laboratory is taken up with
the testing of the purity and vitality of
agricultural seeds, this is by no means
our only line of work, nor is it the most
important, save as from this seed-test-
ing we can obtain data which can be
used in the broader field of seed inves-
tigation. Among the subjects upon
which we are engaged, I might men-
tion the following: Seed selection, ac-
cording to size, vigor, heredity, etc. To
aid us in this work we have been car-
rying on experiments in a greenhouse
for the past year, and are now repeat-
ing them in the field. An article on this
subject, to be published in the Tear-
hook ot the Department, will, I think,
be of interest to seed-growers. Other
subjects under investigation are; The
vigor or germinative energy of various
commercial seeds and the extent to
which this is an index of the value of
the seed crop. The effect ot various
salts upon germination, principally
those found in commercial fertilizers in
the soil. The effect of different kinds
of chemical treatment: Do any of them
hasten germination or help feeble seeds
to germinate? Various methods of
keeping seeds and their effect upon vi-
tality. The best time to harvest differ-
ent seeds. The best methods of plant-
ing seeds, considering the nature of the
soil, depth ot covering, climate, etc.
The relation of temperature and other
agents to the germination of the va-
rious seeds. Seed machinery, the best
methods of cleaning seeds. The ex-
portation ot seeds, and how to secure
a greater market to the American
grower for the seeds which he raises
for sale. The effects ot climate and
soil upon seed variation.
Purity »nd Germination Testi.
A very important line of work, tor
which we are constantly obtaining
data in our seed testing, is the subject
of equitable standards for the purity
and germination of different agricultu-
ral seeds. Another subject which is
frequently brought to our attention by
farmers, seed growers and seed deal-
ers in various parts ot the country, is
the best methods for securing protec-
tion against frauds and carelessness
practiced by incompetent seedsmen.
Under this head comes the subject of
legislation, seed guarantees and the es-
tablishment ot seed-testing stations.
Seed Control Stations
Probably all ot you are aware of the
tact that in Europe there are at the
present time more than 100 so-called
«eed-control stations, whose business It
is to test agricultural seeds sent to
them by dealers or farmers, in order
that guarantees of purity and vitality
may be based upon these tests. A
great deal ot discussion has taken place
recently in agricultural and seed jour-
nals relating to a bill now before Con-
gress to regulate the importation and
sale of agricultural seeds. There is a
very wide-spread feeling among farm-
ers of this country that it is high time
measures were adopted to protect the
agriculturist against the impositions of
the dishonest seedsman. Perhaps I
may be misunderstood in the use o£
this wrird "seedsman." I use "seeds-
man" to mean every man who sells
seeds, whether groceryman, hardware
dealer, or the like. In this I think I
have been misunderstood. When I say
dishonest seedsman I refer to anybody
who is selling dishonest seed, even the
farmer himself. This feeling seems to
have crystallized in the now famous
bill just mentioned. The fact that few
seedsmen in the country guarantee
their seeds and nearly all the cata-
logues published contain the famous
"non-warranty" clause (which is en-
tirely misleading, because it is based on
the assumption that a guarantee of the
crop is desired), makes the farmer feel
that any assistance along the line of
•Ijetter seed must come from outside the
trade. Hence this call for legislation.
Personally I am not much ot a law-
yer, and realize that there would be
very grave difficulties in attempting to
secure an act which would regulate the
sale and importation of agricultural
seeds which would be an efficient aid
to the cause of agriculture while doing
no injustice to the honest and intelli-
gent seedsman. The Department of
Agriculture would much rather see the
seed trade carry out the necessary re-
forms voluntarily and without pres-
sure, and I am pleased to see that very
many of your members are earnestly
and honestly endeavoring to do this.
Heretofore a very serious, if not in-
superable, difficulty in the way of se-
curing guarantees from seedsmen has
been the lack of efficient means of test-
ing commercial seeds and the fact that,
although most seedsmen test their own
seeds, the buyer does not always feel
like depending entirely upon this test,
while the seedsman cannot afford to
make good a guarantee upon the mere
statement of the buyer. This empha-
sizes the need ot impartial, practical,
thoroughly equipped and efficient seed-
testing stations, where seeds may be
tested for both purchaser and seller
alike.
Seed Testing Laboratory Eitabllahed.
I hold in my hand a circular recently
issued by the Secretary of Agriculture,
which will. I trust, be welcome news
to every seedsman present.
Office ot the Secretary. Washington,
D. C., May 20, 1897.
Dear Sir:— Numerous requests have
been received from seedsmen, seed
growers and farmers for information
concerning the purity (freedom from
weed seeds and other foreign matter)
and germination ot samples of agricul-
tural seeds. The fact that there is a
great deal ot poor seed imported and
sold in this country, and a lack of in-
formation and faciUties tor testing the
same among the users of seed, make it
very desirable that such persons may
have the seed they intend to purchase
or use tested in a reliable manner.
In order to secure and diffuse infor-
mation concerning the various farm
and garden seeds upon the value ot
which depends to such a large extent
the success of agricultural operations,
the Department of Agriculture has es-
tablished a Seed Testing Laboratory in
connection with the Division of Botany.
This laboratory is thoroughly equipped
for testing seeds, the work being fur-
thered by the use of a greenhouse
where soil tests are conducted.
At present, so far as the force and
means at our disposal will admit, the
department will test, free ot charge,
samples ot farm and garden seeds
which are sent in by its correspondents,
particularly those which are suspected
of adulteration with inferior or dead
seed, or which contain a large amount
of weed seed. The inclosed blank
should be properly filled out and sent
with the seed which is to be tested to
the Seed Laboratory, Division of Bot-
any, Department of Agriculture, Wash-
ington, D. C. Additional blanks will
be furni.shed upon application. Re-
spectfully,
JAMES WILSON, Secretary of Agri-
culture.
In addition I may say that already
we have tested tree ot charge quite a
number ot samples of clover and grass
seed received from seedsmen, and In
some cases, perhaps, the reports of
these tests have been the means of
putting those seedsmen on their guard
against the purchase of undesirable
stock. At present our facilities for
handling a large amount of samples of
this kind from outside sources are very
limited, but we are anxious and willing
to help the trade in this matter all we
can, and have assurances that our work
will be extended as occasion demands.
I am also greatly pleased to call your
attention to another circular* entitled
"Rules and Apparatus for Seed Test-
ing," issued by the Office of Experi-
ment Stations of the department, as
the result of a recent meeting of a
committee on seed-testing appointed
by the American Association ot Agri-
cultural Colleges and Experiment
Stations. For several years some
ot the American experiment sta-
tions have been testing seeds for their
constituents and an increasing interest
is now being manifested in this work
throughout the country. In view of
this interest and the importance of the
subject, the Association of Experiment
Stations at its last meeting instructed
its committee to formulate uniform
methods and adopt uniform apparatus
for making seed tests in order that
such tests may be as reliable as possi-
ble. This has been done, and the re-
sults, together w^ith a description and
illustration ot the germinating appara-
tus to be used, is embodied in the cir-
cular referred to. The present outlook
for the inauguration of adequate and
equitable methods tor testing agricul-
tural seeds Is quite encouraging, and
very soon there will be no excuse for
seedsmen that they cannot suitably
guarantee the vitality and purity of
their seeds for lack of places where
such seeds may be competently tested.
48 to Gnaranteei.
At this point allow me to correct an
impression concerning the guarantees
desired from seedsmen. As I have al-
ready stated (what must be patent to
ail of you) nobody dreams of requiring
a guarantee that the seed sold shall
come up after it is planted by the
farmer in the soil, under what may
frequently be adverse conditions. Nei-
ther is it desired that seedsmen should
guarantee their seed to come up to
what may seem to them a very high
standard ot vitality. The ends desired
are onlv two: First, that the seller of
seeds shall agree to furnish seed up to
any reasonable standard fixed by him-
self, provided the buyer is willing to
pay what such seed is worth. Second-
ly, that opportunities may be fur-
nished for giving such seed a fair test
which will be acceptable to buyer and
seller alike. Here the matter ends. If
the seed comes up to the guarantee in
the test made at the seed-testing sta-
tion, but does not come up as it should
when planted in the ground, then it
can be said with reason that it was Im-
properly planted or that some unto-
ward and unforeseen circumstance has
prevented its proper germination.
The Department's Belation to the Cook BUI.
At the close of these remarks Mr.
Hicks explained briefly, in accordanee
with a previous request ot the Presi-
dent of the Association, the relation of
the Department of Agriculture to the
rook bill (which was reintroduced in
the Fifty-fifth Congress as the -David-
son bill) He said, in effect, that the
Department did not indorse the bi" as
it now stands-in tact, had suggested
radical modifications.
Acting upon the instructions ot the
late Secretary of Agriculture Hon. J.
Sterling Morton, the speaker had given
the Congressman who introduced the
bill originally access to all the data in
his possession concerning seed legisla-
tion suggesting at the same time that
the leading seedsmen of the country
should be consulted.
After the bill had been precented to
Congress and published the Depart-
ment had been asked by its author to
endorse it. but, finding the b"l very
faulty in many respects, did not do so.
nor. in fact, has it done so at any time.
although desiring to see pract cable
and suitable regulations which will se-
cure to the farmers and honorable
seedsmen of the country protection
against the inferior seeds which are
Introduced and sold in the United
States.
•Circular No. 34, Office of Experiment
Stations. Copies may be had upoti ap-
plication to the Department of Agri-
culture.
608
The F=i-orists* Exchange.
The Senate's Discussion of the
Tariff on Plants and Seeds.
rhi(Js,
week';
last
tioii trom s.n; ■ \-,.si. i)f Missouri,
whose soli(ii;i 1 1,11 for ilif welfare of
the poor 111:111 h ,1 ih,' S.-nator to char-
acterize the inuiiosecl duty as an out-
rage. ■■Now," said he, "the flower that
adorns the humble home of the poor
man, brightens the sick chamber, or
goes upon the cofTin of our dead is to
be put up by this enormous duty to
enable the nurserymen in the United
States to rob and plunder, for that is
the whole meaning of it in plain Eng-
lish. I hope the Senate will vote the
amendment down, but it is a faint
To this Senator Allison replied, a vein
of sarcasm evidently running through
his remarks: ■■Under the Act of 1894,
the existing law, the great necessity of
lite known as orchids, which are found
in every poor man's home in great
quuntities, and lilies of the valley are
already taxed 10 per cent. The Senator
from Missouri (Mr. Vest) four years
ago did not observe the absolute im-
portance of these things to the poor
man's home."
Further on in the discussion the same
speaker remarked, "If people go to the
pains of importing flowers, expensive
in their character for purposes of
adornment and luxury, why should
they not pay a little revenue?"
Senator Jones, of Arkansas, evidently
also solicitous for the poor, objected to
the duty on bulbs. "Is it a crime," he
asked, "that the people of the United
States desire to have something that
is beautiful for their children— some-
thing that will make their homes at-
tractive—something that will add a
charm to the cabin, and something
which the children of the poor raise in
this country?" Asked as to whether
the placing of a duty would prevent the
poor people enjoying these flowers, the
Senator replied that the high-grade
bulbs of tuUps and hyacinths were
raised abroad, and it seemed to him
there was no justification— no apology—
in undertaking to levy a tax upon these
articles, which were in almost universal
use all over this country. He moved
to amend the amendment by striking
out the words "tulips, hyacinths, nar-
cissi, Jonquils, lilies, lilies of the valley,
and all other bulbs, bulbous roots or
corms." The motion was lost.
The discussion on the section relating
to nursery stock was equally interest-
ing.
Mr. Vest said he should like to know
why stocks of the Mahaleb or Mazzard
cherry, three years old or less, are put
in with a specific tax upon them. I
never heard of that cherry before, and
I do not know what it is.
Mr. Allison answered— We are told
that it is a very fine variety of cherry;
that they are imported by the thous-
and, and that the duty ought to be a
specific value, with a view
Mr. Vest— To keep it out?
Mr. Allison— No; with a view to col-
lect a real duty rather than a nominal
duty. So we have provided for a com-
pound duty here instead of a wholly ad
valorem or wholly specific duty.
Mr. Vest— I should like to ask wheth-
er this rate of duty was not suggested
on that specific article by some nur-
seryman who did not want this Cana-
dian cherry tree to come in here and
compete with the cherry trees that he
is selling. It never has appeared in
any tariff bill before.
Mr. Allison— I have no doubt it was
suggested by nurserymen and others.
We have suggestions coming all the
time from people who are familiar with
the subjects, and nurserymen are fa-
miliar with this subject.
Mr. White— There is one word in this
paragraph that is new to me. I am not
very well versed in such matters. What
is meant by "manetti" in this connec-
tion?
Mr. Allison— Manetti vine?
Mr. White— After vines, "manetti."
Then follows "multiflora."
Mr. Allison— I suppose it is an Italian
plant. I do not know what it is. I will
say to my friend from Missouri I think
there is no trouble about this rate. The
probability is that on some of these
low-priced seedlings the ad valorem, if
properly collected, will be more than 30
per cent., and on many of them it will
be less. Therefore, we make a com-
pound duty so as to equalize matters
between the high-priced and the lower-
priced article.
Mr. Piatt (of Connecticut)— I think I
can answer the inquiry of the Senator
from California. As I understand, it is
the wild-rose stock, imported for the
purpose of grafting old ones upon.
Mr. Vest— Under the Wilson bill as it
came from the House there was as a
duty upon "plants, trees, shrubs and
vines of all kinds commonly known as
nursery stock, not specially provided
for in this act," 20 per cent, ad valorem.
I think it was upon my motion in 1894
that all nursery stock was stricken out
of the dutiable list and put in the free
list as paragraph 587. I have always,
as a Democrat and follower of Mr. Jef-
ferson, boasted of his care for agricul-
ture and his zeal in sending to this
country European plants of every de-
scription that might help the people of
the United States, both in articles of
necessity and even of decoration. Here
the whole system is reversed. A lot of
nurserymen, to speak plainly, have
gone before the controlling influence of
the Finance Committee and shut out by
enormous taxation superior trees,
shrubs and flowers that come from
Canada and from abroad. They have
absolutely now, for the first time (and
I have been somewhat familiar with
tariff bills in the last twelve or eight-
een years), singled out specifically com-
peting products like this cherry, and
they have had such a duty put upon it
as they know will exclude it from com-
petition with them; and the people of
this country are to be made to use the
stock. I do not recollect the cherry
called the Mahaleb, but it is the stock
on which cherries are grafted.
Mr. Vest— I do not know, but I am as
certain as I am that I am speaking in
the Senate of the United States that
some nurseryman had a job when he
had that put in. It was not done by
accident, and it was no rhetorical exhi-
bition. There is money at the bottom
of it. They never would have picked
out this particular cherry tree and put
this enormous duty on it except to an-
swer their own purposes. The Senator
from Iowa very frankly tells us that
he presumes that it was done by some
nurseryman. And it is for the benefit
of the people of this entire country!
The paragraph relating to seeds, as
amended by the Finance Committee,
was discussed by Senator Hawley from
Connecticut and others. Mr. Hawley
There are among my constituents a
large number of men who have been
for many years in the seed business.
The name upon their packages is worth
a dividend to them. Nothing ever went
from their gardens that was not what
it purported to be. They are distressed
very much by the abundant importa-
tion of seeds from abroad bearing
names not known, or, if known, not
respected here, which seeds are dumped
upon us, are not pure and true, but
are dirty and false, and are a great in-
jury to the legitimate trade. As to the
duty, when a man brings in worthless
seed it does not trouble him much to
tell a lie about their value when you
Thomas Cartledge.
cherries and plant the cherry trees that
these gentlemen have on hand and
the market. If that is not protection
run mad, I do not know what a finan-
cial and economic lunatic asylum is.
They have absolutely selected a partic-
ular cherry tree and put an enormous
duty upon it. If that is not class leg-
islation, I should like to have some
gentleman on the other side tell 1
what is.
I do not know what this cherry is.
have been under the impression, from
observation and experience, that the
finest cherries in the world are raised
in the United States. I have never
tasted any such cherries elsewhere. It
is said that they have cherries equal
to them in France, but I have never
seen them. The cherry of Washington
and Oregon is the finest fruit, in my
opinion, that was ever put in the mouth
of mortal man. After eating them,
which you can do in any quantity
without any injury to your health, I
have always thought if it had been a
cherry in the Garden of Eden, instead
of an apple, I would have gone very
far toward excusing Adam for taking
a bite. But it seems these gentlemen
have discovered that there is a cherry
in Canada which must be kept out of
this country, and instead of having
these improved fruit trees cultivated
in the United States, in the Middle and
Northern States particularly, they are
to be excluded by an enormous taxa-
tion, whereas they are now upon the
come to put 25 per cent, ad valorem
upon them. I want that returned to
40 per cent., as the house put it, to
say the least. I concur with several
Senators, who wish this to go over for
the present for further consideration,
Mr. Lindsay — In connection with
what has been said by the Senator from
Connecticut (Mr. Hawley), I call the
attention of the committee to the fact,
evidenced by certain papers now here
in the hands of the Committee on Ag-
riculture and Forestry, that there is a
certain Canadian seed, called the Cana-
dian blue-grass seed, which is imported
into this country for use in New Eng-
land, anu nowhere else, and that por-
tion not used in New England is used
for the purpose of being mixed with the
true American blue-grass seed, it being
worth about one-fourth as much, and
American blue-grass seed has been put
under the ban of suspicion everywhere
by reason of the admixture. This seed
which is grown in Canada— and we ob-
ject to everything that comes trom
Canada— which is used only for the
purpose of being mixed with an Amer-
ican product in order to render the
American product less valuable, is put
by this bill on the free list.
I ask the Senator when he is consid-
ering New England that he also con-
sider the fact that seed which is not
common to England goes on the free
list, and, therefore, 25 per cent, ought
to satisfy him in regard to New Eng-
land seed.
Mr. Hawley— Though not compre-
hending the Senator's advice, I am
obliged to him tor his information. To
use the language of Dick Swiveller,
this whole trade is full of "various
games of that sort." Of course seed
imported under the circumstances re-
ferred to by the Senator ought to be
stricken from the free list, and ought to
go in with the othei-s and pay at least
40 per cent. duty.
Mr. Jones (of Arkansas)— Before that
paragraph is left I should like to say,
in connection with what the Senator
from Connecticut (Mr. Hawley) has
just said, that I believe with him that
in the seed business the name is per-
haps of more value than in any other
business, except perhaps the jewelry
business. I believe a good name in the
seed business is equal to a dividend as
a rule. I do not believe that seeds
brought here from abroad and dumped
on the market are likely to do harm,
coming even in the way suggested, by
reason of the fact that ordinarily I be-
lieve nine men out of ten, if not ninetv-
nine out of one hundred, will buy seeds
of seed growers whose names are es-
tablished and have been well known
for years.
For instance, Landreth & Sons, of
Philadelphia, have been seed growers
tor more than a century. I confess I
was astonished to get a pamphlet from
that concern saying that they had been
connected with the seed business from
1784 up to this time; that from 1784 to
1861 there had been no tariff on seeds,
and that the tariff on seeds was first
10 per cent., then 20 per cent., then 30
per cent., and now, for the first time
in the history of this infant, which is
113 years old, in the hands of this one
concern, the House proposes a tax of 40
per cent, ad valorem, and the Senator
from Connecticut wants that tax im-
posed. I believe that the character of
these men is sufficient to guarantee
the sale of their seeds everywhere, and
that no unknown and untried seeds-
men can sell seed in competition with
such firms as that of Landreth & Sons.
Mr. Hawley— The infant industry in
this case is the fraud. The old indus-
try was honestly conducted. I have
the honor of having known Mr. Lan-
dreth very well for twenty-five years,
and he asks exactly what I ask, that
frauds of that kind may be obstructed.
Mr. Jones (of Arkansas)— But the
theory on which protection is asked is
to protect infant industries; and where
we have an establishment of this sort,
of more than a century old, it seems to
me that the excuse lor this enormous
tax is not sufficient.
Mr. Hawley— It is the thief that came
in last night that is the infant indus-
try, and not the honest man, and
against the thief we desire reasonable
protection.
The portion of paragraph 251 in-
dicated by the Senator from Connecti-
cut (Mr. Hawley) was passed over.
Thomas Cartledge.
The subject of our sketch, in whose
honor the florists of Philadelphia and
vicinity gave a banquet on Friday
evening last, in celebration of the fif-
tieth anniversary of his professional
career, started in to work as a boy on
the private establishment of the late
Caleb Cope, Esq., at Holmesburg, which
at that time was one of the principal
places around this vicinity. He after-
ward became identified with the flor-
ists' business and for several years
regularly attended the markets of Phil-
adelphia. In April, 1864, he went to
work for Abram L. Pennock, who
opened a store on Twelfth Street, and
in 1870 he became a partner of the firm,
the name of which was then changed
to Pennock Bros., and still does busi-
ness under that name, the store now
being at 1,514 Chestnut Street. For
several years past Tnomas Cartledge
has been the managing partner, the
firm now being composed of himself
and Abram L. Pennock.
Mr. Cartledge is now 63 years old and
is greatly respected by all who know
him. The esteem in which he is held
by his fellow craftsmen was well ex-
emplified at the banquet on Friday
night, when 100 people took part in do-
ing him honor. From 1891 to 1897 he
was treasurer of the Pennsylvania
Horticultural Society, in which society
he has always taken a great interest.
A full account of the banquet will be
given next week. DAVID RUST.
June 26, 1897.
The F^lorists' Exchkngb.
609
Santhemums.
itbepUutiij„'nl thcLUttluttei
linished, the leiiiamiug block
must be sorted over, and all intended to be
gruwn on tor market plants, that are in
good condition, ought to be potted up
accordinK to size in 3, 4, and 5-inch
pots. They will all make nice market
plants. Those strong enough for 5-
inch pots now, can be easily brought up
to lOinch pots by fall, if such size can be
handled. 1 find it profitable always to have
a lot in that size pot; they make fine speci-
14 inches. But for home ornament the
smaller specimens are very much admired,
and there is some money in them provided
you can sell them at from $2 to K each.
Cuttings rooted at the present time can
be potted up and used later for single-
stem plants, and such classes are in every
premium list. Most any florist can handle
a few hundred of them and be able to come
in under some specified class. Mutual
Friend, Ivory, Golden Wedding, Helen
liloodgood, Geo. W. Childs, Viviand-Morel,
Major Bonnaffon, and a good many more,
make nice single-stem stock, and if a
grower having but limited room will select
three or four varieties, and grow about
fifty of each, he will be able to choose
about twenty-five well balanced plants
out of each variety to show. But if you
want to go for a premium of twenty-five
single stems, and only grow twenty-five
plants, you will find that the man who
selects from a lot, will have the longest
pole, and will get the persimmon. A first-
class grower with a little foresight will be
able to come to the wire with the best of
them, if he has two plants for one needed,
and the remainder can be used as cut
flowers, and so forth.
All plants in pots ought to get, from
now on, all the room, air, and attention
possible ; at the same time, don't neglect
those on the benches. Give them enough
water ; don't let the foliage droop, rather
give an e.\-tra syringing during hot days.
Keep the ground well cultivated, not too
deep, but let it be always open so that the
air can work it. Don't let a hard shell
cover your benches, neither let weeds grow
in them, and the soil will keep in a sweet
condition, just what your plants like.
Thko. Bock.
llllllir;
Fire Insurance.
Mr. W. J. Vesey:
Dear Sir:— I would like to enquire
whether the fire insurance charter you
speak of in your letter to the trade pa-
pers would permit mutual insurance
upon a plan that does not require the
issuance of premium notes?
Also, I would like to ask what was
the plan upon which the company that
failed did business? Also what are the
main features of the Indiana law upon
mutual fire insurance?
Am I correct in assuming that under
the plan you propose your company
would commence business with $1,000,-
000 worth of risks and $10,000 paid in
capital? Respectfully yours,
JOHN G. ESLER, Saddle River, N. J.
Nomenclature.
The Nomenclature Committee of the
Society of American Florists is charged
with the general duty of bringing
Ijefore the society, at its annual
meetings, cases of misnaming, re-
naming, or nomenclature entangle-
ments relating to decorative plants
handled by the American trade. It will
facilitate the work of this committee
if any of your readers who may have
noted cases which should properly
come under its notice would kindly re-
port them to the undersigned, not later
than the 1st of August, so that they
may be incorporated in the report of
the committee, which is to be submit-
ted at the annual meeting of the so-
ciety, in the latter part of that month.
It is particularly requested that full
details he given concerning any cases
reported.
WILLIAM TRELEASB, Chairman.
Missouri Botanical Garden, St. Louis.
ASTER PLANTS {6"^^?
Cash or credit.
H BEAULIEU, Belmont Ave., WOODHAVEN,
W h n Writing Mention Florists' Exct
tS.OO per 1000
50,000 ASTER PLANTS.
J. C. SCHMIDT & CO., Bristol, Pn.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FOR MILDEW IND BUCK ROT
USE FosTiiE, ar.r.':;,..»j.~:
CU innCTCy importer of plants.
. n. JUUuILN, BULBS AND SEEDS,
NEW HYDRANGEA
OTAKSA HONSTROSA
This variety Is an improvement on all exist-
in{? sortB and bears flowers of immense size.
Nice IiranchiDK plants from 3 in. pots. $3.50 per
100; $30.00 per 1000.
JOHN A. DOYLE, Springfield, Oliio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CARNATIONS ALL SOLD.
SEND FOR LIST OF
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
If not already received.
H. WEBER & SONS,
p. O. Boi 67, OAKLAND, Md.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ROSES.
Climbing Wootton, 75 cts. per doz.j $6.00
per 100.
Cash with order.
JOHN A. DOYLE, ■ Springfield, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
GERANIUMS
SI. 40 Per 100.
Fine plauts, from 2 and 2^^ Inch pots, as follows :
Bruant. White Swan. Gen. Grant. Firebrand and
Mme. Sallerol, 11.40 per 100.
Kefltouia Arfrentea Guttata, fine plants. 6 to 8
In. tilfith, and Smllax, from 2»4 in. potB.$1.60per 100.
MMJor Bonnaffon. L. Cannlnd. Roslyn, Kate Brown,
Eda Prass and Clara RIeman.
FMRVIEW FLORAL CO., Beatty, Oliio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Fin© Healtii-sr S-fcooOs: of
Brmes, lail!!, . .
. . Penes, pieieors,
JOHN HENDERSON CO.
Flushing, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Carefully Grown Forcing Slock, 2!^ In., strong.
Meteor, t
The Uride.
Catherine Mermet, | Vev 1000.
Bridesmaid,
Chr.. de Noue, J
KalaerlD, SS.-TO per 100 : $30.00 per lOCO.
Perle des Jardlns, $4.00 per ino ; $38 00 per 1000.
Flue 3 nnd 3!^ iuch stock lirldeaniald and
Bride, $8.00 per 1(10.
ACHII.I.EA, The Pearl, $3.00 per 100.
S'WAINSONA splendeus, only true pink,
$4.00 per 100.
Cash or First-class Bank References Must Accompany
all Orders.
J. B. HEiSS, 116 So. Main St., Dayton, 0.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
LOOK HERE
Thet
ICOSE8, outol
12 50 per 100:
-25.00 per 1— •
Meteor, $3 00
'itluin prices on Hopllcatlon.
Itlarie l.onUe VIolela, rooted runpers. 50c.
per 100; $5 00 per 1000. Terms Cash or C. O. D.
C. MERKEL &. SON. Mentor, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Will have to offer for season of 1897-'98,
a choice assortment of ... .
Field Grown Roses, new and old varieties,
Clematis, Ornamental Shrubs, and Trees,
Fruit Trees and Small Fruit Plants.
Price List ready in July. Write for it.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SURPLUS STUCK.
In fine condition, free from Mildew.
Perles, 4 in., $8.00 per 100.
Brides, Bridesmaids, 3 in., $6.00 per 100.
Perles, Brides, Bridesmaids. Hi in., $4.00
per 100.
Extra One stock. Cash with order or C. O. D.
GEO. E. FANCOURT, Wllkes-Barre, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Sterling American Novelty, the
WHITE COCHET
Is a sport from Maman Cochet, which Is
considered now the best pink out-of-
door rose. It baa all the good qualities
of its parent; its color is pure white in
oter, outside petals slightly tinged in
Price, per dozen, from 3 inch, $4.0
J. COOK ""s^SSeT' Baltimore, Md.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ROSES, GERANIUMS, COLEUS.
Carnations all planted out and sold; will have
flnestook of field plants in the Fall.
Strong 3 inch plants of Bride and Bridef-
mald Koses, ready to plant. $4.00 per 100.
Geraniuma. 1 In. pots. tZ.OO per 100; 3 In. potr,
»(.00 per 100. A Iternnnt heras, red and yellim.
SURPLUS
50,000
100.
Cath. Mermet $2.50 $20.10
BrldeHinaid 2.50 SO.OO
Perle des Jardlns 400 36.00
SInie.Jos. Scliwartz 2.50
Golden Gate 2.60
Jeanne Guillamez 260
Cllmblnif Perle 4.00
Elisa PuKler 2.60
Cornelia Cook 2.50
Mme. Etlenne 2.50
Bou^ere 2.60
A|f rlpplna 2.60
Ixlels-io.ooo-Mlels 2.50 20.00
Glolre de nijon 2.S0 20.00
Solfaterre 2 60
Lamarque 2.60
Fortune's Vellcw 2.50
BEGONIA REX, in assortment, good
plHDtB, iMs in., per 100, $3.60; 3 in. plants, per 100,
$6.e0; 4 in. plants, per 100, $8.00.
MOSS ROSES.
Mousseline, BenrI Martin, James Veltcli,
Capt. Basroger, Blanche double Laneii
Moss, Mme. Rochelambert, Glory of
Mosses, Alice Leroy, Prolific or Gracilis,
«3.00 per lOO.
POLYANTHA ROSES.
Mile. Cecil Brunner, George Pernet,
Perle d'Or, Mignonette, S3. 00 per 100.
NANZ & NEUNER
LOUISVILLE, KY.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
40,000 FIRST QUALITY FORCING ROSES
i-'uUy equal t
WOOTTON,
those sent out the last four years, lirst-elass and perfectly L
Only selected growth from flowering shoots used in propagating.
LA FRANCE. AMERICAN BEAUTY, BELLE i*IEBKECHT.
METEOR.
PEHLE. NIPHETOB,
BRIDESMAID, 8AERANO
jntion this paper.
SUNSET. BON SILENE. MERMET,
(iONTIER, MME. HOSTE. BRIDE.
I pots, $7.00 per 100. 4 inch pots, HO.OU per 100.
J. Ij- IDII-.I-.0IT. Bloomstixiir'g, Fa,.
PHILADELPHIA ROSES
Strictly first-class, clean stock, in 3 inch pots.
. . . Beauty, Meteor, Bride, Bridesmaid . . .
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50,000 BRIDE iHD BRIDESMAID! so,ooo ^^^
From 2M. inch pots J2 60 per 100; $20.00 porlOoO
From 31/3 inch pots $4.00 per 100; $35.00 per 1000
Fine large 31 b inch GERAKIVMS, ready for 4 inch $4.00 per 100
Limited amount of Oontier and Miplietos, S« in. pots, a r $3.00 per loo. Strong joung
SMILAX PI.ANTS, $1.50 per 100. Cl'X 8lniI.AX, 12 cents per string.
TERMS CASH. THE NATIONAL PLANT CO., Dayton, Ohio.
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ROSE5 FOR FORCING.
Clean, Healthy Stock, from 2'2 and 3 inch pots.
2«in. 3 in. I 2Hln. 3 in.
per 100 per 100 per 100 por 100
Perle des Jardiiis . . $3.50 $5.00 American Beauty . . 16.00 18.00
Madame C. Te.stout . 4.00 i The Briile 3.50 5.00
Augusta Victoria . . 3.50 5.00 liridcsmaitl 3.50 5.00
Bladame Hoste ... 5.00 | Sunset 3.50
ORDER NOW.
ROBERT SCOTT & SON, 19tli I Catharine Sts., Philadelphia, Pa.
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GflBPTIOHS.
Successes and Failures.
It is as interesting as it is profitable
to lools bacli over the past season's rec-
ord, and note tlie successes and fail-
ures, or partial ones, which have at-
tended our efforts. Doubtless all of us
have made many mistakes, and reaped
less of success than was our desire.
This, however, is only a reminder that
perfection is still in the distance, and
the road leading to it is beset with
many failures and disappointments — so
many, in fact, that it is quite impossi-
ble to escape a goodly portion of them.
The season Just closing has been
profitable to us both in experience and
in the production of good stock. We
have turned out more of the latter than
we had expected. Owing to very un-
favorable weather last summer, our
plants were in poor condition when
housed: so poor were they that we had
little hopes of accomplishing as much
as we had done in past seasons.
The fact is that necessity stared us in
the face, and if we would pull victory
out of defeat, it would require unceas-
ing vigilance on our part. If we were
heretofore careful with watering, ven-
tilation, feeding, etc., we must be more
careful and alert now. Just as sick
people require more attention than do
healthy ones, so it was with our house
of sick plants. That they appreciated
the attention shown them became more
evident as the season advanced. For
some time past we have been cutting
better flowers than we were a year ago.
In this respect we have made an ad-
vance over last season, but if we take
an average of last season's stock and
compare it with the average of this
season's, the latter does not come up
to the mark, the percentage of second-
rate and unsalable flowers being con-
sidei-ably in excess of last season's rec-
ord.
We hope for a better and thriftier lot
of plants this fall than we had last.
The plants we have set out are superior
to those of a year ago, while the soil is
not only better, but is more favorably
located and is better drained, so that
in the event of a wet season the plants
will tare better than did those of a year
ago.
There are other causes for success
and failure, prominent among which is
the proper selection of position for de-
fective varieties. Any grower who is
alert will notice the peculiarity of a
carnation as regards growth and the
amount of heat and light it requires, as
well as the proportion of food it de-
mands.
Our constant aim is not only to pro-
duce fine flowers when there is an
abundance of light, but doubly so when
the days are shortest and when we
have more of darkness than light, when
the demand is usually greater than the
supply of first-class flowers.
While carnations do not require as
much light as some other plants, yet
during the winter months they will
need as much as the most modern and
approved house can transmit. This is
especially true of McGowan, which is
rather backward in growth: possibly
its scanty .supply of foliage may have
something to do with its slow growth
when placed in a position where light
is lacking. Since light and air are the
principal factors which assist the plant
to draw the nourishment from the soil,
and since the action of these on the
foliage accomplishes this, the import-
ance of planting such varieties in a
house as light as possible is at once
manifest.
But varieties like McGowan are not
the ones that will be especially bene-
fited when planted in a very light
house. In Uncle John we have the very
opposite to McGowan: its foliage is
abundant: it is also a rapid, luxuriant
grower, but it must be kept somewhat
dryer than most other varieties, and
to keep its naturally rapid growth firm
and healthy plenty of light and air is
necessary.
There are others which are more par-
tial to light than the average, but
which need not be particularly men-
tioned here, as any grower who is al-
ways alert will have no difficulty in lo-
cating them. A majority of varieties
do very well in a house which is not
more than ordinarily light: for in-
stance, in an even-span house running
north and south. They may do so well
as to satisfy almost any one, yet these
same varieties, if given a lighter house,
will exhibit a marked improvement,
and enough to cause those who are
contemplating the building of any new
houses to pause and consider which
style of house he will build.
Varieties like Daybreak and Meteor,
which are rather partial to a cool tem-
perature, do not require as much light
partial to a cool temperature and mild
light.
Next week I will describe a house
which we have recently built, and
which I believe is an improvement over
the average house as built to-day, in
so far as obtaining light during the
dark days of winter is concerned.
H. WEBER.
Papaver nudicale.
as most others. These two varieties
are always among the first to go to
pieces with the advent of summer.
Daybreaks principal fault is losing Its
color, for which strong light is mainly
responsible. Heat also contributes its
share in causing Daybreak to fade, but
in a lesser degree than light. The color
in Daybreak may be materially pre-
served during summer by careful feed-
ing, but, at best, they can hardly be
made to equal their color as we have it
in winter.
With Meteor I believe that heat plays
as important a part as does light in
causing this variety to give out in sum-
mer. It blooms freely enough, but the
Flowering Shrubs. Etc.
Magnolias and their usefulness as
lawn decorative trees are so well
known that no description of them is
necessary, and as a change from M.
sanguinea and others so generally
grown, the subjects illustrated are well
worthy of consideration. M. stellata
is of Japanese origin and is slightly
dwarfer in habit than many others.
M. Lehmanni makes an enormous
bloom and thus is a desirable variety.
M. purpurea is not so much grown as
its delightful color and general good
qualities demand.
Double flowering peach trees are now
flowers lack substance, and are often
spotted. Good feeding does not seem
to remedy this very much. 1 have al-
ways noticed, however, that when we
have a few days in succession which
are cloudy and cool or raining, that the
quality of the flowers improves greatly,
which is abundant evidence that it is
being planted very abundantly and
produce a grand effect when placed
well in among, or at the back of, other
shrubs. In addition to that their long
branches of bloom are of considerable
value in a cut state.
Iceland poppies.— These early visitors
in the hardy flower garden are of the
most brilliant color and are thus much
welcomed by all interested in the class
to which they belong. As a cut flower
they need some care in shipping; and
though they do not keep well, never-
theless, where they can be used, espe-
cially in tall, light glasses or epergnes,
with feathery grass or light foliage,
they produce the best of decorative ef-
fects.
Roses of the Victorian Era.
The "Gardener's Chronicle," London, in
its issue of June 12, publishes an interest-
ing account of the progress made in the
rose world during the reigu of Queen Vic-
toria. The writer of the article sajs: "Dur-
ing the period of the last sixty years, it is
very difficult to say how many roses have
been sent out into the world, but If we
take the average of forty each year, there
cannot have been fewer than between 'J,OUO
and 3,00u roses sent forth by raisers abroad
and at home.
"The three classes of roses whose im-
provement has been so remarkable during
the past sixty years are hybrid perpetuals
tea scented, and Noisettes. The origin of
the former is a matter of considerable
doubt; but I believe that the hybrid China,
crossed with Damask, hybrid Bourbon,
and other roses, have produced some of the
magnificent flowers which we now pos ess.
Two of the most celebrated raisers in the
older days were Laffay and Vibert; but I
do not think any of their productions have
survived to the present day, except in a few
garden roses such as Glo re des Kosomanes
and Aimee Vibert. The origin of the teas
and Noisettes is somewhat better known;
they are the product of the China rose
crossed with the yellow China or Tea rose;
and I believe that all the fine varieties that
we possess are traceable to this combina-
tion. The Noisette rose was raised in
America by M. PhiUippe Noisette; it was
produced from Old Musk fertilized with
the common China rose, and from the very
first has been a great favorite with the
French rose growers; but its earlier ad-
mirers could never have anticipated the
glorious results which have followed dur-
ing recent years."
"In the hybrid perpetual class there are
no roses that go back to the period of Her
Majesty's accession, and by far the greater
number of roses dale back to the sixties
and seventies: How prolific the sixties
were in good roses may be seen by the fol-
lowing list, and which still maintain their
position as exhibition roses :— Alfred
Colomb.Annie Wood, Baroness Rothschild,
Camille Bernardin, Charles Lefebvre,
Comte Raimbaud, Comtesse d'Oxford,
Devienne Lamy, Dr. Andry, Duchesse de
Morny, Ducde Wellington, Dupuyjamain,
Eugenie Verdier, Fisher Holmes, Horace
Vernet, Ijouis Van Houlte, Madame Victor
Verdier, Marguerite de St. Amand, Marie
Baumann, Marie Rady, Marquise deCastel-
lane, Maurice Bernardin, Mons. Neman,
Pierre Notting, Prince Camille de Rohan,
and Xavier Olibo.
" Ihe seventies produced much fewer, the
most noticeable among them being A. K.
VV'illiams and Madame Gabrielle Luizet.
"In Tea roses nearly all of the most
valued varieties came from France. All
the grand Teas from Niphetos sent out in
1S«, down to Maman Cuchet in 189:3, have
come from abroad: some from America,
but they have been mainly sports.
"In garden roses also there hnve been
charming additions in the class of Noisettes;
" Other classes of roses have, during the
latter portion of this period, come into
much notice: one is the class of hybrid teas,
and to which some good additions have
latterly been made, although I quite think
that the fewer the d visions, and the more
simple the classification, the better; still
they serve the purpose of keeping the more
decided tea and Noisette roses in a class by
themselves. It is somewhat remarkable
that no attempt has been made iu what are
called summer roses, hybrid Chinas, hybrid
Bourbons, Gallicas, etc.
" There is yet another c ass which has re-
ceived some remarkable additions during
the past few years, that ordinarily called
polyantha; the Japanese rose multifiora or
simplex has been crossed with some of our
teas, and has produced a delightful class
of dwarf double polyanthas, and such
flowers as Cecile Brunner, Ma Paquerette,
Gloire de Polyanthas, Perle d'Or, and
others, form a class which we cannot now
afford to neglect, blooming, as they do, in
large clusters, and of a bright and pleasing
color. To these must be tdded that re-
markable rose, Crimson Rambler.
" To the Japanese we also owe those
roses of the ferox or rugosa character,
which, whetl^er in flower or fruit are valu-
able, and which may probably yet give us,
under the hands of the hybridizer, a new
class; the attempt has already been made,
and the double-flowering one, Madame
Georges Bruant, may be the avant courier
of many others."
The F=i-orisxs' Exchknge.
611
Individual Credits.
Extracts from address delivered hefore the Nat-
ioiial Ansociati/m of Credit Men nf Kansas
In discussing credit, we too frequent-
ly view it in its abstract form, and fail
tu ((insider it in its bearing upon the
individual. It would, therefore, seem
that a study of this phase of the sub-
ject would be productive of much in-
terest and profit; not only to credit
men, but to merchants generally, as I
have yet to find that there has ever
been raised a single question as to the
methods to be employed in the exten-
sion of this form of credit.
All enduring structures must rest
upon substantial foundations; and if
individual credits are not upon a secure
and conservative basis, the ill effects
will be f' It liV th.' retail merchant, the
jobber aii^l ih- inninifueturer.
The e\ils ii"iii x\li;eh the mercantile
communuN m:iii. s- -m to me to be
due, net HM uiu. ii in a lack of money or
capital, as to the lack of an intelligent
and proper use of credit. If we can
inspire a healthy public sentiment in
regard to all forms of credit, it will
serve greatly to facilitate needed re-
forms.
Credit is created by the desire to do
business, and thereby secure a profit.
For example: A is well and favorably
known to B as a man of strict honor
and integrity. He may be a producer,
but without ready money. He may be
desirous of buying goods. B has the
commodities and wi.shes to sell them;
therefore B finds it agreeable to supply
A's wants for a consideration of profit,
upon his promise of future payment.
In this way credit is brought into play,
and its continuance is justified by the
prompt fulfilment and faithful per-
formance of all the duties and obliga-
tions imposed by the contract, but if
too easily obtained it promotes extrav-
agance.
The KaKis or Credit.
The question naturally arises, Upon
what basis should individual credit be
granted? No inflexible rule can be laid
down, but the underlying principles of
this form of credit that suggest them-
selves to me are, character, ability,
capital and producing power.
Individual credits properly dispensed
call for the exercise of diplomacy, ma-
ture judgment and eternal vigilance,
and one should be especially conserva-
tive in extending liberal credits on the
luxuries of life. For instance, where a
customer might, without criticism, buy
a five-hundred-dollar house-furnishing
goods bill, he might very properly be
refused a credit of three hundred dol-
lars for purchases made in the dress
goods department.
The good customer, though unrea-
sonable and unjust in his demands,
must be retained. It is the man who
pretends to be good and is not, who
must be refused and avoided. Tact in
this, as in other departments of busi-
ness activity, is indispensable.
Many merchants trust out their
goods indiscriminately, and sustain
losses that handicap them in the pay-
ment of their obligations to the whole-
sale dealer, and the resultant ill effects
are communicated all along the line of
credit, reaching finally the manufac-
turer and his creditor. Therefore, if we
can build a better basis for individual
credits the whole commercial edifice
will be strengthened with benefit to all
concerned.
Betsilers Nied Edncatlng.
Notwithstanding the fact that the
granting of individual credit is one of
the most delicate and important ques-
tions upon which the merchant has to
pass, I believe .that very few retail
merchants, if called upon for an opln-
The average retailer throughout the
country needs education In this and
kindred lines, and he should be brought
to realize that it is to his interest to
follow some well defined system of
granting credits. He will often "size
up" a man on the spot and sell him a
bill of goods without even knowing the
party's full name, or, relying, perhaps,
on his supposed ability to judge some-
thing of his means or affairs because
he is an ar.iuaimance, he will trust
hin
his
Some II laili IS 1 liihi have not taken
stock tor years. I.eii.-ving it to be un-
neoessai >■. Lieeause. as they say, all
they have on their shelves belongs to
them. Others do not even keep books.
Careful attention to details, and a thor-
ough system of bookkeeping, are prime
fattois in determining a merchant's
success. If he is careless in his
methods he is likely to find his custom-
ers tardy in meeting their bills.
If the retail nier( ham wnuld only
change his metheil. asi Hiiain the cost
of conducting his Imsinrss and the
profit on his sales, k-i-p his books in
such shape as tu i iiahle him to know
at all tiiii.- Willie I he was making
headwas -: "iiod. he would be
in a pisii ! :;.|..|.i .nrrective meas-
ures w ii- II n. I . ".(! ,\ and avoid the
shoals and i.ieks ihai would otherwise
bring disaster upon him.
Some good wholesome educational
work seems to be in order, and where
the jobber, or wholesaler finds that a
retailer to whom he is selling his goods
has extended credit beyond prudent
limits, compared with his own re-
sources, although it be to persons of
large means, he should confine him to
the shortest possible terms, and force
him into a system of making quick col-
lections, for the nearer a retailer
reaches a cash basis the better will be
his position. If he pays cash for his
goods he is not likely to sell them on
any other terms, and when he does give
credit, he will exercise more care in its
extension.
If the wholesale houses will give
their retail customers the benefit of
their wide experience, knowledge and
counsel, as to the best business
methods to be adopted, it will be of
mutual profit and advantage. So long
as retailers pay their bills with ordi-
nary promptness the wholesaler has no
occasion to interfere, but when they
become slow he is compelled to look
over the situation, and in nine cases
out of ten retailers will plead in exten-
uation of their tardiness that some of
their own customers owe them large
bills which they are unable to collect.
How needful it is, therefore, that all
unknown quantities should be elimi-
nated, and that a painstaking investi-
gation should determine the character,
financial strength and integrity of ev-
ery credit risk.
( To h- continued.')
Montreal.
The celebration of the Queen's Ju-
bilee called forth extraordinary efforts
in the decorative art, the craft coming
in for a share of the good things. This
was very acceptable, as, owing to the
backward season, but little bedding out
had been done. It came somewhat hard
upon those who depend upon outside
growers for cut stock, as in one in-
stance prices were advanced consid-
erably, which hurt sales, but few car-
ing to pay more than the usual price
at this season.
A. Martin is putting up a new place
in addition to rebuilding part of the
old.
Wilshire Bros, expect shortly to se-
cure a suitable spot to erect a range
of houses, the old ones being situate on
valuable land in the heart of the city.
J. McKenna & Son will increase their
stock, having had a first-rate spring
Joseph Bennett intends lowering all
his benches for the purpose of carrying
carnations through the summer upon
the solid-bench principle, which he is
convinced is the most satisfactory.
J. S. Murray says he was never
rushed so much with funeral orders as
he is at the present time, particularly
at this season of the year, when flow-
ers are scarce.
Miss Murray has Vieen the recipient
of many encomiums for the steamer
pieces supplied Canada's representa-
tives to the Jubilee.
S. S. Bain fills in his spare moments
at his lovely seat on the St. Lawrence
River and manages to contribute a
weekly article upon "Cottage Garden-
ing" to a local paper. It is highly in-
teresting reading and has made him
famous. This is superfluous, as he is
well-known otherwise, being president
of the Caledonian Society, which were
strongly represented in the parade of
Monday, and at whose head Mr. Bain
marched. But he bears his honors mod-
B. T. Greaves expects a big demand
for flowering shrubs next fall, as owing
to the extreme cold spell at one time
plants which have stood the siege of
many winters succumbed, scarcely a
bush remaining. Phlox and the like
was completely killed.
Walt Wilshire has been very unfor-
tunate of late. To add to his troubles
his whole family has been down with
scarlet fever, which at one time threat-
ened serious results. W. M.
Dover. N. H.
C. L. Howe reports a good spring
business. The season is late, especially
at the beach towns, where he has con-
siderable custom, but the rush now is
clearing everything out in the shape of
a flowering plant. A good business is
done in shrubbery. Five acres of ex-
cellent land are devoted to this branch.
W. M.
meDesirable Magnoli:
M. Lehmanni.
612
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Contents.
Botanical Garden, N. T
Carnations
Cartledge, Thomas (Portrait) .
Catalogues Received
Changes in Business
Chrysanthemums
Correspondence
Credits
Flowering Shrubs (4 Illus.) . . 610-
N. Y. Gardeners' Society Exhibition .
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For the Busy Man.
The lawn party given by Mrs. Macrae, of
Providence, lor the benefit of the S. A. F. en-
tertainment fund, was a grand success.
Frosts have been experienced in several
localities the past week. The cannas outdoor
in St. Paul have suffered considerably.
The Florists' Exchange, in an issue in the
near future, will publish the most authentic
history of the sweet pea ever written, illus-
trated by representations of the flower taken
from the oldest gardening literature.
The New York Gardeners' Society, on Satur-
day last, made one of the finest and most varied
flower shows ever held in New York Cily
Mayor Strong expressed a hope that it would'
be an annual. The flowers were given awav
to the hospitals.
New York Botanical Garden.
The modified plans of the New York
Botanical Society for its garden in
Bronx Park were adopted by the Park
Board Monday last. The principal
changes have been in the locations of
the director's house and the large
greenhouse. The only member Oi the
board who voted against the adop-
tion Of the plans was Commissioner
Stiles, who gave as his reasons for so
doing, the following:
"I voted against the adoption of these
plans primarily because the advice of
the committee of experts was not heed-
ed. We invited the advice of counsel
in the person of these experts. They
disapproved of the plans and they have
not approved of the modifications.
Therefore, my vote was cast in the
negative. Furthermore, I don't believe
that an adequate study of the land-
scape has been made in connection with
the preparation of these plans, al-
though they are somewhat better than
the original design presented to the
Park Commissioners. In the original
plan the power house was put in a
magnificent grove of trees. That has
lieen moved to the edge of the park,
which is a distinct gain. In the orig-
inal plan a big greenhouse was put in
a beautiful dell, destroying thereby a
priceless piece of scenery. This dell
has, at least, been temporarily pre-
served by moving the greenhouse to a
point south of the Southern Boulevard,
where it has little or no room to ex-
pand. The road system, apparently,
has not been studied at all. One road
goes within forty feet of the railway
tracks, and another through the middle
of a meadow. I also disapprove of the
location of the museum."
At the meeting of the Park Board,
during the discussion of the subject,
Mr. Stiles is reported to have said:
"The whole plan is faulty and I don't
propose to vote for it. The plan ought
to have been made by men who know
something about parks. When such a
design is made it cannot be altered off-
hand."
The experts chosen by the Park Board
to examine the plans and on whose ad-
vice the plans in their original form
were rejected by the Board, were J. C.
Olmsted, Professor C. S. Sargent, Thos.
Hastings and S. B. Parsons, Jr. The
former is a son of Frederick Law Olm-
sted, the famous landscape architect,
and Mr. Hastings is said to be "an ar-
chitect of the first rank, fortified by
previous professional association with
the New York park system." Professor
Sargent is well known in the horticul-
tural world, among his other relations
thereto, as the conductor of Garden and
Forest, of which paper Mr. Stiles is
managing editor; and S. B. Parsons, Jr..
is superintendent of the New York Citv
Parks.
Pittsburg.
Trade Slow.
The past two weeks were none of
the best for the florists' trade, and it
looks as if the dull season was already
on. Stock is very plentiful and low in
price. Bedding plant stock is still
rather heavy and the market generally
continues until July.
A FrOBt.
A June frost is of rare occurrence,
but last week we experienced a white
frost in our vicinity, which, however,
did not damage crops to any extent.
The temperature remained low for sev-
eral days, and so far we have had no
summer weather yet.
JottlngB.
J. F. Cowell, of Buffalo, was in the
city lately.
John Bader returned from his trip
east and brought a nice lot of plants
months.
CInb Notra.
No quorum was present at the
last meeting of the Florists' Club, but
at the next one a better result is looked
for, as convention matters will be dis-
cussed and arrangements for the trip
talked over. It is likely that Pittsburg
will be well represented, as many have
expressed their desire of visiting the
far East. A bowling team will be se-
lected and will begin practising again.
E. C. REINEMAN.
New York.
Wholeiile llarktt.
Business shows but little alteration
from the conditions which prevailed a
week ago, and from all appearances there
will be no change for the better now for
the balance of the summer. With June,
goes all prospect of weddings. It can be
truthfully said, that this month, as far
as weddings and their attendant decora-
tions are concerned, has been a failure, and
from a florist's point of view, the poorest
on record.
Roses are getting very light in supply,
especially clean stock. Next week will
practically wind up the rose supply for the
season. Carnations are selling even cheaper
than they did last week. Sweet peas are
very abundant, and are being very exten-
sively used, making it possible to furnish
a large decoration by spending little money,
high class peas with long stems and good
foliage being obtainable at $2 per 100, less
select stock at a proportionately lower
figure.
Fire broke out at the establishment of
Ernst Asm us. West Hoboken, Friday last.
The barn was practically destroyed, but
little or no damage was caused to the green-
house property adjoining.
W. G. Marshall, with J. M. Thorburn &
Co., was married Friday, June 18, at St.
John's Protestant Episcopal Church, West
Hoboken, by the Rev. A. Bently, to Miss
Lucie M. Voyer. The bride and bride-
groom left for the latter's home, Edin-
burgh. Scotland, per steamship Furnessia,
Saturday last.
Chris. Riesecker, Linville, N. C.,wasa
visitor this week. He reports the trade in
galax leaves as being quite brisk.
Miss Emma Jacobson, a member of the
western staff of the Exchaxgk, sailed for
Europe this week, on the S. S. Mongolian.
She will visit England, France and Italy,
during her two months' trip abroad.
J. \V. E Ebbinge, manager of the Horti-
cultural Company, Boskoop, Holland, re-
turned to Europe on June 19, on steamer
Spaardam, aftera brief visit to the United
States."
L. C. Bobbink, American manager of the
Horticultural Company, of Boskoop, Hol-
land, was married on Wednesday, June 23,
to Miss Gertrude C. Schmidt, of Hoboken,
N. J., at the residence of the bride's
parents, on Palisade avenue.
H. H. BEr.GEi: & Co. are now located at
rooms N and O, Vith floor, 230 Broadway.
Auction Salea.
R. M. G.\EDNEi; & Co., ion Fulton
St. will have an auction sale on Tuesday
next, June 29, of palms, dracfenas, etc.
Cincinnati.
J. E. Killen, with C. H. Joosten, New
York, was a caller on Thursday. He
had been attending the nurserymen's
convention at St. Louis and could talk
spineless gooseberry to perfection.
Harry Balsley, of Detroit, has been
in the city a couple of days selling
fl,ower pots.
The bowling teams are doing consid-
erable practising and it's nothing to see
an individual score of 50 to 75; once in
a while, by mistake, 178 to 200 is
reached. E. G. GILLETT.
Boston.
BosB Show.
The annual rose and strawberry
show of the Massachusetts Horticul-
tural Society was held 'Tuesday and
Wednesday, June 22 and *23. The ex-
ceedingly cold and wet spring has not
been conducive to the production of the
fruits
of the prizes
Bll§.
The only thing that seems to
glory in the hot weather is the carna-
tion in the field. We have had plenty
of rain and you can fairly see the
plants grow. The temperature has
ranged from 90 to 95 degrees for several
days. Business is rapidly on the de-
cline, although the funeral of Byron
McClelland, of Lexington, Ky., a noted
turfman, used up many flowers. Never
in the history of the florists' business
in Lexington, Ky., was there such an
array of fiowers at a funeral. Costly
designs of all descriptions were sent
from Cincinnati, St. Louis and New
York and the home florists had many
designs and bunches.
The Newport schools, as well as those
in Covington and Ludlow, held their
commencement exercises during the
week, and this helped business with
the wholesale houses, as well as some
of the retailers. Edwards, of Newport,
had many orders; in fact, had the
greater bulk of the work for that town;
and Ruttle Bros, and George Meek had
it for Covington, Ky.
JottlnKI.
George S. Bartlett has returned from
his bicycle tour among the florists. He
says he met with fair success and is
best quality of '
consequently the display was not as
large and possibly the quality not quite
as good as in former years. The ex-
hibits of roses made by Hon. Joseph S.
Fay (M. H. Walsh, gardener) and Miss
E. J. Clark, of Pomfret, Conn. (John
Ash, gardener) were noteworthy. Mr.
Walsh made a flne showing with his
seedling roses, receiving a silver medal
for Lilian Nordica and a certiflcate of
merit for Joseph S. Fay.
Beautiful collections of orchids were
shown by John L. Gardner, James
Rothwell, W. P. Winsor and E. V. R.
Thayer. A very handsome bougain-
villea, trained in pyramidal form, ex-
hibited by Nathaniel T. Kidder, at-
tracted a great deal of attention. Jas.
Comley showed a large collection of
rhododendrons arranged with hand-
some colored foliage, and T. C. Thurlow
an exhibit of seventy-two varieties of
pteonias.
Follow!
awarded :
Orchids— Six plants of six named va-
rieties, in bloom, E. V. R. Thayer; sec-
ond, W. P. Winsor. Three plants of
three named variPties. J. L. Gardner:
second. W. P. Winsor. Single specimen
named. Kenneth Finlayson: second, J.
L. Gardner. Tuberous Begonias— Six
pots of six varieties, Edward J. Mitton.
The society's silver medal was award-
ed to W. A. Manda for new hybrid Lse-
lio-Cattleya Arnoldiana var. superba.
Hardy Roses— Twenty-four distinct
named varieties, three of each variety,
Joseph S. Fay; second, the same: third,
Mrs. E. J. Clark. Sixteen distinct
named varieties, three of each variety,
Kenneth Finlayson; second, Joseph S.
Fay. Twelve distinct named varieties,
three of each, the second prize to Jo-
seph S. Fay. Six distinct named varie-
ties, three of each, the second prize to
same exhibitor; third, Mrs. E. J. Clark.
Twenty-four distinct named varieties,
one of each, the second prize to Mrs. E.
J. Clark; third. Joseph S. Fay. Eight-
een distinct named varieties, one of
each, the second prize to Joseph E.
Pay; third. Miss E. J. Clark. Twelve
distinct named varieties, one of each.
Kenneth Finlayson. Six distinct named
varieties, one of each. W. N. Craig:
second, Joseph S. Fay; third, Kenneth
Finlayson. Twenty-four blooms otMme.
Gabriel Luizet, Mrs. E. J. Clark: sec-
ond, Joseph S. Fay; third. Kenneth
Finlayson. Six blooms of John Hopper,
the second prize to Kenneth Finlayson.
Six blooms of Marquise de Castellane,
the second prize to Patrick Kane.
Twelve blooms of any other variety,
Kenneth Finlayson; second, W. N.
Craig. Best single bloom of any va-
riety introduced since 1893. Mrs. E. J.
Clark. Moss Roses— Six distinct named
varieties, three clusters of each, John
L. Gardner; second, Joseph S. Fay.
General Display— One hundred bottles
of hardy roses, buds admissible. W. N.
Craig; second. Kenneth Finlayson;
third, Mrs. E. M. Gill; fourth. Mrs. E.
J. Clark; fifth, Joseph S. Fay; sixth,
William H. Spooner. Sweet Williams-
Thirty spikes, not less than six distinct
varieties. The Bussey Institution; sec-
ond, W. N. Craig: third. Miss M. S.
Walker; fourth. Charles H. Souther.
Spanish Irises— Collection, named, the
second prize to The Bussey Institution.
Salem, Mass.
J. H. Punchard's greenhouse is being
torn down to allow of some building
improvements being carried out.
The Plorists' Exchange.
613
Philadelphia.
Trade Is Dull.
The cut flower business has now-
settled down to the regular summer
basis. Very little is going on. Flowers
are very plentiful, but first-class stock
is scarce. First quality roses have sold
well. Beauty are scarce; good stock
has been selling at $3 per dozen: good
teas at $4 to $5. Sweet peas are arriv-
ing in larger quantities, and a large as-
sortment of varieties is now noticed;
50 cents per 100 is the highest price
noted. All kinds of outdoor stock are
very plentiful, but sells very slowly.
Edwin Lonsdale is sending in some
good spikes of Iris Kffimpferi, of which
he has a good assortme
Swayne is sending in
flowers of his new ear
which And ready sale.
Hugh Graham had a 1
and Wil
very
rge church
decoration for the Gimbel wedding on
Monday last; also a decoration at Mer-
cantile Hall for the dinner and dance.
Pennock Bros, had a large wedding
decoration at Edgewater Park on Wed-
nesday, which used an immense quan-
tity of both plants and flowers.
Harrv Baversdorfer leaves South-
St. Paul on
DAVID RUST.
ceiving" shiitnit-nts of new goods, which
he has bought, among which are many
novelties. Shipments have already
been received by steamers Scotia,
Adria and Kara.
Edward Reid and John Hackett have
left for a few days' visit to Mr. Hostet-
ter at Manheim, Pa.
Mr. Lawrence, of Westview Floral
Co., Atlanta, Ga., was i
few days this
Edgar Nock had a fine display of or-
chids. Sam "W. Lewis, of Olneyville,
showed roses, spiraeas, pseonias, sweet
Williams, etc.
The exhibit of carnations from Nor-
wood Floral Company was the finest
ever seen in this locality, a particular
feature of it being the length of stems
on the flowers. This exhibitor showed
thirty varieties of seedlings, one, No. 66,
re.sembling Helen Keller. May Pierce
i.'i another, a light pink, that will likely
The Hope greenhouses had a collec-
tion of single tuberous begonias.
Chemist for Board of Igrlcultore
The election of a chemist of the State
Board of Agriculture occupied the at-
tention of the board last Monday. The
Experiment Station at Kingston has
formerly had charge of the work, but
in accordance with the amendment to
the law, which was passed at the last
session of the General Assembly, bids
were called for. As a result the Ex-
periment Station has lost its Job and
George E. Perkins was elected chemist,
his bid being about 50 per cent, lower
than that of the Experiment Station. The
bid of the Experiment Station was $6 per
element, or about $1S for each analysis
of a complete fertilizer. Professor E.
E. Calder's bid was $750 for the anal-
ysis of samples not to exceed 160 in
number. Professor John H. Appleton's
bid was $4.50 per element, or about
$13.50 for an analysis of a fertilizer
composed of three usual elements.
Charles A. Potter bid $1,500 for the po-
sition. George E. Perkins bid $3.25 per
element, or $9.75 for the analysis of a
three-element fertilizer. W. H. M.
Providence.
CiDb FcstlTitles.
A lawn party to raise a fund to-
ward defraying the expenses incidental
to the entertainment of the S. A. F.
during its convention in this city in Au-
gust, was given on the .grounds adjom-
ing the residence of Farquhar Macrae,
at 1,138 Smith Street, on the afternoon
and evening of Wednesday, June 16.
The grounds are admirably adapted
for such a use and the spacious lawn
formed a natural and at the same time
a beautiful centre for the festivities
which were to take place upon it. The
grounds had been prettily decorated
with flags and bunting, while the
booths and tent, with their pretty dec-
orations, lent an added attractiveness
to the scene. There was a large at-
tendance and everything offered for
sale or for entertainment was liberally
patronized. The Centredale cars, which
run directly in front of the grounds,
conveyed many from the city, each car
until late in the evening still further
increasing the number. In the evening
a line of Japanese lanterns formed a
brilliant border of light, while two arc
lamps lighted up the interior of the
grounds. A shooting gallery succeeded
in drawing good patronage and was
surrounded with would-be marksmen
all the evening. Prominent among
these were several of the aspirants for
membership in the gun club team to
shoot during the convention. A floor
had been built for dancing and many
availed themselves of this form of
amusement. Music was furnished by
an orchestra of four pieces and the
floor was under the direction of Wil-
liam B. Hazard. In a gypsy tent Mrs.
L. L. Whelden revealed the occult se-
crets of the future and was successful
in attracting many who were anxious
to test her power and learn of things
to come. Cake, confectionery, fruit, ice
cream and other good things were on
sale. Previous to the commencement
of the dancing several selections were
rendered by Park's Continental Band.
Vocal solos by Miss Florence B. Snow
were also productive of much pleasure.
The arrangement of the affair was un-
der the immediate charge of Mrs. Ma-
crae, assisted by several of the ladies,
who were in charge of the booths.
JuneShniT.
The annual June exhibition of the
Rhode Island Horticultural Society was
held here Saturday last and was one of
the most successful the society has yet
had. Among trade exhibitors were
Farquhar Macrae, who made an ex-
cellent showing of double tuberous be-
gonias; Fairbrother & Wood exhibited
Bride, Bridesmaid and Mermet roses;
Nathan D. Pierce, Jr., moss roses.
Cleveland.
ended. Without
very many of the f
safe in saying th(
been an a^•erage i
verfew. marguerit
been the best sel
iving interviewed
wers, I think I am
reason's trade has
?. Geraniums, fe-
and cannas have
and everything
here, which, with occasional ra
makes vegetation thrive.
The usual dull season of the sum;
months is beginning to be felt; there is
a great abundance of stock, and low
prices prevail. Transient trade
stores is slight, but numerous wed-
dings, receptions and cnmnien'-'^Tiients
have called forth the 1 " ^ t - 1 1 ■ > i i s m r .,\n-
florists, and many of lli--' -I ■ ■•' s
being of a most elabcjrni. h. ,.
used up great quantiti. s .i i .. 1 . i-
flowers in market at tlii.- - : i: -.
out-of-door hybrids, i .i- i i i, is
have been very plentilu . ...ii ,i. n a
becoming small. Prices luuoc iiuiu j'.i
cents to $1 per dozen; iKi?onias are
about gone; sweet peas are abundant
and sell at 75 cents to $1 per 100.
Beauty roses are in good demand,
fine long-stemmed stock bringing $4
and $5 per dozen, while ordinary stock
sells at $2 and $3.
Carnations are a glut, many growers
being unable to find sale tor them at
any price. The flowers are now retail-
ing at 20 cents to 30 cents per dozen.
Some Lilium longiflorum blooms are
still in market, the price asked being
$2 per dozen.
Great quantities of pond lilies are an-
nually shipped to this market from
point west of here on the shore of
Lake Erie. These blooms are now of-
fered, but find slow sale at 75 cents per
dozen.
CInb to liaT« a Picnic.
The club meetings have not been
very largely attended this spring, there
being nothing of very great importance
to bring the members out; but as the
demands on the time of members lessen
it is hoped that the attendance at the
meetings will be greatly increased. At
the regular meeting held on Tuesday
evening it was decided to hold a picnic
in the near future, and, accordingly, a
committee consisting of Messrs. Rob-
erts, Schmitt and Hart, was appointed
to make arrangements for same.
Jottings.
T. p. Bartels and wife sailed from
New York on ti.e Konigin Louise for
Bremen on the 17th inst.
J. M. Gasser is rebuilding several of
his rose houses at "Woodcliffe," on
Lake Avenue. The estimated cost of
the improvement is $10,000. T.
salable is cleaned out.
The Market.
In cut flowers trade is beginning
to lapse into the usual summer dull-
ness, though several weddings, gradua-
tion exercises and a large amount of
funeral work made a busy week for
most of the storemen. Shipping trade
is still good, though this week will see
the end of commencements and of June
weddings.
Stock is plentiful and good. Cooler
weather prevails now and the cut is
benefited accordingly. Kaiserin, the
rose par excellence for summer bloom-
ing, is now coming in in limited quan-
tities and is in good demand. Meteor
have also improved in quality and size
and are eagerly sought after. Some be-
lated jessamines from Alabama were
sent in to-day and are the best of the
whole season's shipments. Pgeonias
are coming in in limited quantities and
sell fairly well. A few outside roses
are also seen.
A Killing Frost.
Late frosts damaged the canna
beds badly at Como Park and the mag-
nificent display which we all antici-
pated earlier in the season will be con-
siderably curtailed.
An Exemplary Society.
The ladies of the city are organ-
izing a society for the purpose of beau-
tifying the lawns, streets and boule-
vards on the principal residence streets.
The scope of their operations includes
tree and shrub planting and trimming,
sodding and seeding lawns, planting
beds and sowing flower seeds. The as-
sociation is to be conducted on the co-
operative plan and expenses are sup-
posed to be minimized. While the so-
ciety is strictly a ladies' organization,
some of the good hubbies are expected
to assist and do lots of hustling. We
will watch with interest the result of
these labors on the part of the fair sex
in this novel undertaking.
Jottings.
L. L. May has returned from his
Eastern trip, including Washington,
Philadelphia, New York, Rochester and
'^°™"'°- VERITAS.
St. Paul.
In Average Spring Trade.
We have had a few days of ideal
summer weather and a good many days
of ideal rainy weather, in which the
water fell in torrents and soaked every-
body and everything. Bedding stock is
all out and spring trade is practically
Fnrd]i & BlauTelt... 620
RoidEdw 620
Retnberd Bros 620
BogerB Park Fl Co. .. 620
Bolier i ^ F 62(i
Sheridan W F 620
St. Louis Cut Fl Co. 621
Sutherland Q A .... 621
Traendly & Sohenok 620
Welch BroB ""'
Wore 0. W
Tonng John
Dahlias.
Davis AB& Son....
Crowl Fern Co..
lighlandB Nursery. 6*21
Kelr Wm.
Nafl Plant 00...
aioksecker Ohas I
Gus....
Plar
Baker ObasF
Ball Lemuel
Becker Fred C
Coming E
Cottage Gardens....
Boyle J A
EUzabethKursOo...
Hales H W
Pilcher&Manda!;.'.'.
Roehrs Julius
ScUmitzFWO
SoottJno
SeidewitzE A
Siehreont & Sons. . .
nibricht F J
Van Houtte Louis...
WittboldOeo
Witteretaetter R....
OttoOustoT
American Jadoo Co
Aschmann G
BartlettGeo S
Peters John J Co....
Schlegel & Fottler.
Everitt ilnsaU 61'
Greene ft tTnderhlU. 615
Pierson F R Co .... 606
BeeserO A Co 616
Scott John 615
SeawanhakaGrbses. 616
Wood Bros 615
Maahroum Spawn
Weeber& Don 606
Nursery Stock,
Trees, Fruit and
BobDlnkLO .... 617
Jackson & Perkins
Co 609
Pullen AJer 616
SlorrB ft Harrison Oo 616
Orchids.
Coming E 617
Doyle J A 615
Herr Albert M 6l6
Primulas
Logan At O'houses.. 614
Refrigerators
Chocolate Cooler Oo. 622
617
Index to Advertisers.
BeaulleuH 609
Hughes Geo J 615
MerkelO&Son 6-9
BchmidtJOft Co... 609
ShellroadG'bouseCo 616
Auction Sales.
Gardner RM ft Co.. 622
McCarthy N F ft Co. 621
Beeo"»'
Cottage Gardens 606
Doyle J A 616
Fairvlcw Floral Co . 6l9
Bulbs and Roots
American Bulb Co.. . 6'
BergerHH ft Co.... 6(
OlucasftBoddlnglon 6
Ellis ft Pollworth... 6;
Germain Fruit Co... 6i
HulseboBob BroB — 6
Ouwerkerk P 6i
BolkerAugftSons ... 6
Scblegel A- Fottler., 6;
SchmttzFW 0 «'
Shepherd MrsTB.. 6i
Van Houtte Lonis... 6
Vaughans Seed Store 6i
Beaulleu H
Cottage QardenB..
Elizabeth Nurs C
Siebrecht & Son
Vaughans Seed St
Harrison John.. .
Meadow View Gn
CU
Benard Jos nu
TaylorE J fill
Chrysanthemums
Beckert T F 614
Benedict Geo H 616
Cottage Gardens UO.-)
ElseleC 622
BlseleJQ 6H
Evenden Bros 614
Fairview Floral Co. 6u9
Hackett John ft Oo. 614
Kraber W Q 614
Lan^John 614
Merkel C ft Son 609
Murphey R H 614
Smith JobF 616
Emu
9 Geo 1
Cut Klowers
Allen JK 620
Allen WS 620
Baker W J 620
Bufl'alo Cut Flow Ex 621
Dumont & Co 620
ElllBonWm 621
Ellis ft Pollsworth.. 621
Fleottenstein Ohas G 621
Ford Bros 620
Gnnther W H 620
Hart Michael A 1,20
Hoffmann H A 620
Horan EC 620
IlllnoiBOutFlowerOo 620
Kaallne Wm F. ... 021
Kelr Wra I-. 22
Sennlcott Bros Co. 620
Knebn CA.
Lang Julius ...
Lynch WE... .
McCarthy N F ft
MoKeUar Ohas \
Mlllaugft Co...
BobbinkLC.
Cook, J e
DiUon J L f
Doyle J A t
Emmans, Geo M (
Fancourt Geo E . €
Heiss J B (
Hendereon. John Co. (
Jackson & Perkins
I Plant Co....
Ouwerkerk P
Scott Robt ft Sons
Siebrecht & Sons.
Wood Bros
1 CH 6C6
lican bulb Co.. 608
Burpee WA ft Co eo6
Clucas* Boddington 616
Elliott Wm ft Sons. 606
FaustHGft Oo 616
Qain Fruit Co... 606
Herr A M 616
Jennings EB 606
LongD B 606
Flov
• Pots, Tti
ErnestWH 622
HewB AH ftOo 622
Hllflneer Bros 622
McCarthy N.F. ft Co. 621
Rolker ft Sons Aug. 622
Syracuse Pottery Oo 622
WhlUdln Pottery Oo 622
Ooldwell-Wilcoi Oo.
Oowen's 14 Sons
DielBch A 4 Oo
LooklandLumberOo 618
Lord ft Bumham Oo 619
Monlnger John OOo 618
Ormsby EA 619
Pierce FO Oo 619
plenty's Hortlonl-
tnral Works 619
Quaker City Machine
Co.... 618
Steams A T Lumber
Wolf A q ft Bro
Wood Q lass Oo.
Second Hand. .
Benedict Geo U.
Ohii
iW J.
Cottage Gardens 605
Doyle J A 6I0
Emmans Geo M 6<. G
Fairvlew Floral Co. 009
National PlautCo... OtS
Oreenliuusea.
For Sale, To Lease .
021
er AftSon 623
Schiller J L..' !"".'.". 616
Shepherd MrsTB.. 606
SoltaoO ft Co 606
Weeber&Don 606
ZirngiebelD 606
Shrubs, FlowerinH
and Ornamental.
BobbinkLC 617
Jackson ft PerklnsCo 609
Ouwerkerk P 606
an Houtte Louis... 617
Smilax Pianta.
BaUerFA 617
UetBcber Bros 617
BoernerFred 617
EieeleO 622
Fairview Floral Co,. 616
Hughes Geo J 616
KUbourn R 617
National Plant Co .. . 609
tunplles and
Requisites
Bayersdorfer H ftOo 622
- on Letter Co . . . 622
ey John & Son.. 622
1 ft Pollworth . . 621
Ellison W 621
Herrmann A 622
Easting Wm F 621
Kennlcott Bros Oo . . 630
Enehu OA 621
McCarthy NFftOo.. 621
McKellar 0 W 620
Meyer Jno 0 ft Co.... 623
Seed ft Keller 631
RiceMftCo 6'i3
Rolker A ftSons 622
Sutherland Geo A... 621
Welch Bros 633
laJB 609
rJGft a'.....'.. 619
PlerceFOOo 019
Stebblna E M Tg Oo. 619
ScoUay J A 618
Vegetable Plants
HargadlneEO 616
KilbournR 617
Pullen Alex 610
Schmidt J Oft Co... 616
SobnurPJ 610
ShellroadG'house Co 616
Tincent B Jrft Son. 610
Verbeuas
Hales HW 617
Vines andCllmbrra
Bailer, F. A 617
Hydrangeas
Boemer Fred
Doyle J A 609
Hackett John ft Co.. 614
LouisTllleTob'oo Co 1
Skabcura Dip Co.... »
Stoolhoff H A I
LO .
Everitt 4 Ineail 617
Jackson ftPerklneCo 609
Ouwerkerk P 606
Violets
Boulon Fd 616
EiseleC 622
Merkel ft Son 609
Benard Jos 014
Wants..
621
614
Carnation Cuttings
strong and well rooted, of the following var-
ieties : Jubilee, Triumph, Armazindy, Alaska,
Bridesmaid, Dean Hole, Goldfinch, Lizzie
McGowan, Mme. Albertini, Meteor, Peacliblow,
Rose Queen, Silver Spray, Wm. Scott, Uncle
PRIMULAS, 2i4 inch, $2.00 per 100.
Send for list and prices on large lota.
Logan iye. Greenhouses, - Danville, III.
When^yritlng Mention Florists' Exchange
The F=i-orists' Exchkngb.
CARNATIONS j
F. DORNER & SONS CO., ^
La Fayette, Ind. #
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
The brightest and most productive scarlet
carnation yet introduced.
Strong plants $4 00 per 100
Rooted cuttings, 3 00
Send lor complete list of 100,000 carnation
plants and rooted cuttings in 30 varietiis.
Ready for iraraediute shipment.
GEO. HANCOCK i SON, Grand Haven, Mich.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Harrison's White
CARNATION.
New Carnation, sport from Wm. Scott.
JOHN HARRISON,
739 Bergen Ave., Jersey City, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ninUlTinUO Rootea CutHnKS of the follow-
bAHNflllUNb '^^V"scou,"'ifo!,e"5SJei[;
Portia, Lizzie McGowan. TIiIbI Wave and
Tho». CartledKF, (1.25 per 100; $10.00 per 1000.
Vim CTO '"'"' runners of Lady Campbell
iIULlIu and CallloTnia, 60c. per 100: <6.UU
per lUOO. Also Swaliiiiona alba,
rooted cuttines, tl.M per 100; tlO.OO per 1000.
JOSEPH RENARD, Unionville, '"ct" Pa.
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i EDW. J. TAYLOR, I
J Wholesale J
: Carnation Grower, :
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MORELLO
The New Scarlet.
East Grand
HOPP&LEMKE, Ka„d.M.cb
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to delay your orders for
MINNIE COOK.
Price should be $3.00 per 100; $3.5.00 per 1000.
MEADOW VIEW GREENHOUSES,
QRALLERT & CO. J
JCARNATION GROWERSJ
COLMA, ^^To*.""" CAL
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JHANQE OF AD. is Often as necessary as a
ge of air, or change of diet, aod for tlie
reasou— to keep trade and body liealthy.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
2 and ih
,Vlode8to-A 7ery intense yellow, which we found
g. »l 00 per ioo.
.middle of Ju
Liberty-t'iue late yellow, dwarf, plant n<
GeorEinna Piiclier-A splendid yellow variety,
well as 8onn^ff.>n. Sure tu please. $3.00 per 100
H. W. RIetiian-A leader amonn late yellows,
always rellHble. $3 00 per 100.
Helen Wrieht-A dwarf
J.Jo
.nrne.
plnk.i
p good $3.00 per 1
errlD— An elenent medium sized
betber one or one dozen flowers to
,--_-■ 100.
M.rs, E. Buettner-A late very bright yellow.
Ellis— A light pink variety that proved
jerlOO.
trong healthy
ng-. $3 00 per 100,
All the leading older va
THEO. F. BECKERT,
'"■rS,''b^elo''w''pittsburg. Pa. G'-'NFIELO, PA
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
Twenty-five best varieties for cut flow-
ers; Pink, Whiteand Yellow, at $2.00 per
100; $15.00 per 1000; my selection, from
R.H.MURPHEY,Urbana,Ohio.
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CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
Best well tried standard and newer varieties.
Glorie du Pacific.
From 2,14 inch pots, at Si.OO per bODdred.
GREVIL,L,EA ROBUSTA, 3 and ;>}« in. pots,
10 to 14 in. bluh. 60 cts. per doz.; i in. pots, IS to 24
In. hiper of
the City Hall on Satunluy last. The
members all woiknl hard to make the
exhibition a sueeess and their efforts
were rewarded with one of the finest
and most varied shovifs ever presented
in New York.
Mayor Strong opened the exhibition
and expressed the desire that it be
made an annual, suggesting the lower
corridor of the City Hall as an appro-
priate place for the display. President
Shore, of the Gardeners' Society,
thanked the Mayor for the privilege of
the Aldermanic Chamber and Secretary
Hunter also made a few remarks, in
which he stated that he hoped to see
the public department of the city, as
far as it related to horticulture, in the
hands of practical men. Park Commis-
sioner W. A. Stiles eulogized the dis-
play, the range and character of which
w-as extensive, commencing with the
old-fashioned peeonias, iris and sweet
Williams and coming all through the
importations from l^urope and Japan
to the most recent creations of the
members themselves.
The rose display was a magnificent
one and included all the leading varie-
ties. Among trade exhibitors were F.
Boulon, Sea Clifte, N. Y., who had sixty
varieties represented, and W. A.
Manda, who showed his Wichuraiana
hybrids, some of which are evergreen.
This year's novelties in this section are,
in some features, superior to what have
already appeared.
Among exhibitors of herbaceous flow-
ers were John Lewis Childs, who had
over fifty species, Lilium Krameri and
L. Parryi being well shown; W. A.
Manda had a very interesting lot, in-
eluding several Scotch pinks, Scabiosa
caucasica and Edelweiss. A fine dis-
play was made by A. Herrington.
among which he had some flowers oi:
thenewHemerocallis aurantiaca major,
which were greatly admired for their
richness of color— Indian yellow. Sie-
brecht & Son had a nice exhibit of
choice cut flowers, including Lilium
Krameri in excellent shape.
A new white carnation named
Greater New York was exhibited by
H. A. Molatsch, Bay Ridge, who was
awarded a certificate of merit.
C. H. Allen, Floral Park, had a mag-
nificent display of Scott carnations.
The exhibits of fruits and vegelablos
were of excellent quality. F. JJoulon.
Sea Clifte, N. Y., had an interesting
display of fruit, including Mary straw-
berry, Bigarreau cherries. Crown Bob
gooseberries (with a fruiting branch);
a branch of a cordon-trained currant,
heavily laden with fruit, and a dish of
the Alpino straw! - rry. V.\-.v'.»-.\y\ns.
After tho r!,.-.. .0 i^- • ■■ '•■'.ilion the
society ho 1.1 a i.u- .0 ~ 1, • lu and so-
cial. In \ low . [ 1',. - I ■ . ss that
had attoiHio,] n,, n -]■.■■ ,1 .is .iooido.l
gardeners' soci,-iirs on llio siilijo.i.
Mr. Williois, on liohult of 11,0 .\.ii.-,i-
can Instituto diortioultui al s-iliolil
could secure, free of rental, the use of
the Concert Hall in Madison Square
Garden, from October 24 to November
3, for the purposes of such a show. The
offer was held over for consideration of
the Joint committees.
Future meetings of the society will
be postponed until September, at which
time a dinner will be given, in connec-
tion with which a committee of ar-
rangeinents was appointed. At the
close of the business meeting the gar-
deners spent a social hour and seemed
highly elated over the success of their
undertaking in the City Hall.
Su/em. Mass.
McGee, Geary & Co., are rushed with
general work, planting being delayed
owing to the long spell of wet weather.
A few days since they expected to have
a heavy stock to dump, but all is
changed and scarcity of stock will be
the cry instead. They hope to be at the
convention, believing in Providence.
They will make a fine trio and the
Witch City will be worthily repre-
sented. " 'W. M.
<3rXa:E^.£k. ESI XX73VCS.
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SPECIAL JUNE OFFER
SMILAX, strong pi mts..
COl-Brs, 2H in. pots
JOS. H. GUNNINGHIM, DELmRE, OHIO.
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2c. GERANIUMS 2c.
Nice well foliaged plants, from 2J^ in. pots, in
splendid shape, the very best varieties.
HYDRANGEA OTAKSA MONSTROSA. Tbis
new Hydrangea bears flowers of immense size:
nice branching plants from 3 iu. pots, $3.60
perlOO.
Strong, 21/2 inch stuff, In Splendid Shape.
PerlOO
BEGONIA REX, in good assortment $3 50
COLEUS, best varieties I 50
FEVERFEW, Little Gem 2 00
UMBRELLA PLANT 2 50
CARNATIONS, well established potted plants
in the followiog : McGowan, Fred Dorner,
PANSIES, Strong transplanted, grown from
select seed. TSc. per lOU; $6.00 per 1000.
Cash with order.
JOHN A. DOYLE, SPRINGFIELO, OHIO.
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CHRYSANTHEMUMS
1 Few More of Tiiose Fir
JOSEPH F. SMITH, - Burlington, N.
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HERE THEY CO.
Beeonia, 2)4 inch pots.
:a var., 2^4 inch pots!.'
eh pots...
Cobsea scandens,
3^ inch pots
KaBtartluin,2!^ incli pots 2 00
Mt. Of Sno-w Geraniums, 25.4 inch
pots. 4 00
Gymnocarpa, 2J4 inch pots 2 00
Heliotrope, 2!4 inch pots 3 00
60,000 Rooted CuttliiKS of Lobelia,
Mixed Geraoiums, salvia. Heliotrope,
Verbenas, Sweet Alyssum, Strobilanthes,
Ageratums, Asters, Vernon Begonias,
per 100, 81.00.
Lemon Verbena, Vinca var., Double Gen.
Grant Geranium, perlOO, |1.25.
Hex Begonia, Mrs. Pollock Geraniums, Snow
Crest Daisy, Souv. de Bonn Abutllon,
per 100, $2.00.
Coleus, per 100, 60 ots.
Indb
, 5 inch pots, per 100,
Terms Cash or C. O. D.
GREENE S UNDERHILL, Watsrtown, N.Y.
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HERR'S PANSIES
ARE THE BEST.
Seed, $1.25 per M ounce.
Plants, $5.00 per 1000;
75c. per 100; 2500
for $10.00.
ALBERT M. HERR,
LANCASTER, PA.
fiOOD SDBPLUS STOCK KBEHF
AOERATlTM,2mnch pots ^2 00 per 1110
CHRVSABiTHEIMUntS, 2H inch pots 2 00
KITCHSIAS, mixed. 2i^ inch pots 3 00
GERAISIlTias, double scarlet, 3 inch pots 3 00
single scarlet, 3 inch pots 3 00
double white, 3 inch pots 3 00 "
mixed, 3 inch pots 2 75
rose, 2Hand3incli pots 2 50
GRE VICLE A ROBVSTA, i inch pots 10 00 '■
HKHOXROPE, 2,u;inch pots 2 .50
HOIXEVSITCKLE, golden, 4 inch pots 8 00
MITS.*. ENSETE 60ots. to 75ct8. edch.
SALVIA, bonllre, 2Hinch pots 3 50
snld->n, 2l^inchpnts 3 00 "
STROBILAKiTIIES nVERIAPJCS, 2H inch pots 2 60 "
CVCI.AMEN GIGANTEUM, 4inch pots 16 00
ASPARAGUS PLUMOSITS NAMIIS, 2)^ inch pots 7 00
Casli with order from unknown customers or C. O. D. Orders amounting to $5.00
and over, F. O, B., N. Y. City.
SEAWANHAKA GREENHOUSES,
OYSTER BAY, Queens Co., N. Y.
ROSBS
I,a Fr
lene, WatieTille,
IVlermet.
.00 per lot : 110.00 per 1000
s ■■ .1.00 •■ 70.00 ■•
Ever-bloomliiK and Polyantha
bloom, from 3>
(20.00 per lOO.
pots, »10.00, IIS-OO and
SMILAX.
StroDK, from 2)4 in. pots, »2.50 per 100: $20.00 per IGOO.
VIOLETS.
Olarfe Loui§e. Lady Campbell, „ Btrong,
healthy atocR. from 2(4 in. pots. $3.00 per 100; $25.01)
^ CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
For Varieties and Prices, see April 24th Issne.
Austria
Jolin''wiiiti., >
PLANTS.
Per doz. Per 10
Premier H OO »25 0
(OUT. de AntoineCrozF .2 00
ETIorence Vauchau, Chas. Hei'der.
Paul Mariiu
i.J.D.Cabo.,
MISCELLANEOUS PLANTS.
Keady for Immediate Bales. 100
A ([era turn, blue and white ^00
ColeuB, leading sorts, 2!^ in. pot9 ^ WJ
Geranliiiita, double and Binele. VinVpotB!!.. 8 00
Fuchaiaa, double and g
Moon Flower. 2Utn._pots.,
PelarsonlamB, 1!^ to. potn..
WOOD BROS., Fishkill, N. Y.
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ALTERNANTHERA.
A. AMABILIS and A. NANA, (red and creen)
)od Btrone plants. $150 per 100: C12 00 rer 1010.
wh with order. CHAS. T. DARLING.
IStony Brook, I,. I.. N.Y.
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YioLin MY mmm
All flrst-class plants. Order^r 'ceived n-^w
for fall piantintr Marie I^oulse, Lady
Campbell, Swaiiley White, Far-
°f • ,f «/„"i''y,f4;
TariuKationfl. 60c. per'dozen. postage paid.
Terms, cash with order.
THE C. A. REE8ER CO., Urbana, Ohio
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BVERV F'l.OIlISX OUGHT TO
II^UIIE HI»GI,A89 AGAIH8T
HAIl,.
For p»rHotll«ri addren
JOHN Q. BSLBR, Seo'y, Saddle RWer, K. J.
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100,000 CABBAGE PLANTS
H.OO per 1000. Improved Flat Dutch and late
Drumhead.
J. C. SCHMIDT & CO., Bristol, Pa.
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GANNAS
CELERY^
Special Low Ex. Rates Guaranteed.
Most Practical Book on Celery OrowinK, 75 cts.
PETER J. SCHUUR, Kalamazoo, Mich.
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CLDCAS & BODDIHGTON CO,, \
♦ importers. Exporters aad Growers* Aeents of ♦
♦ Plants, Seeds and Bulbs, ♦
X 501 and 503 W. 13th St., ♦
t Telephone Call, 403 ISth St. NEW YORK CITY. 1
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10,000
POTCROWN
DAHLIA
A. B. DAVIS & SON, Purcellvill
VAUTIER'S
MAMMOTH PANSY.
raoiiials from IJ
offered. Mr. Vautier has been
lU from all pans of the U.S.prals-
J. L. SCHILLER, Rutherford,
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IBC
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3Jor I
AMERICAN JULB COMPANY,
Pitcher & Manda's Seed and Bulb Department
SHORT HILLS, N. J.
.Superb Strains of Florists' Flower Seeds
froiu European Specialists.
PANSY -"A. B. C." Unsurpassed Mixed.
Mammoth flowers. 50c. trade pkt.; $2.50^02.;
PRfMU^LA Sinensis Pimbriata. Special
large-flowered mixed, 50c. per trade pkt.
CINERARIA Hybrida Grandiflora. Grand
prize strain, 50c. trade pkt.
SPECIAL!
One large trade packet each of the above
three favorite florists* flowers, postpaid
for ISl.OO.
Our Import Bulb Offer has been mailed the
would plant ^he BEST BULBS MONEY WILL
: us have your
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THE MONEYMAKER!!!
BRUSSELS SPROUTS. Dreer's select matcli-
less. 25 cts. per ItlU; ».'.00 per 1000.
CELERY, While flume. QlantPascal, etc.. 15ct».
per 100; $1.00 per 1000.
ASTERS, Semple's strain, 3 colors, 60 cts. per 100;
«5 00 per 1000.
All transplanted strong plants. Cash with order.
SHELtROXD GREENHOUSE CO., Norlh Point, Md.
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BELIVERT ISSr.
Buds can be supplied in season at low rates.
\'erylarse stock otPLUilI TREES all on plum
roots, one and two years. Buds can be supplied of
tlieie also, either from nurseries or orchard trees.
Have all the leading Japanese varieties. Abundance,
Burbank, Chabot, Satsuma, Willard an I otQers ;
also the new Red JuneandWicksonlngood supply.
Usual supply also of Asparagus Roolx to offer.
ALEXANDER PULLEN, Millard Nurseries, Mlllord, Del.
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VEGETABLE PLANTS
All strone, well rooted plant*, of
Sweet Potato Plan
Cal>l>a){e
Xoniato
Broccoli, White Cape..
Celery, tliiunings
25
Brussels Sprouts, Dalkeiths. 15 1 00
Celery, strung, well-rooted 20 160
TRADE PRICE LIST FREE.
Send Stamp for Samples.
E. C. HARGADINE, Felton, Del.
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VEGETABLE PLANTS
CABBAGE-Henderson-sSuccession, Early
Flat Dutch, Lupton,AutumnKing,Burpee'8
Sure Head, Late Flat Dutch, Premium Flat
Dutch, Late Drumhead, Mammoth Rock
Ked and Drumhead Savoy. Field grown;
15c. per 100 : $1.00 per lOUO ; $8 50 per 10,000.
TOMAXO-Royal Ked, Stone and ParaKon.
I60. per 100: $1.00 per 1000.
EGG, PEPPER AKiD SKiO^VBALI.
CAULlEtOfVER plants, 25c. perlUO;
$2 00 per WOO.
CELERY— Dwarf Golden Heart, Golden
Self Blanching, Giant Pascal, New Hose.
White Plume and Giant Parque Celeriac.
15o. per 100; $1.0Uper 1000; $8.60 per 10,000.
We are hoadquarters tor all kinds of Vege-
table Plants. Anything yuu want not
here mentioned send for price list. Wm make
liberal reductions on cabbage and celerv m
100,000 lots.
Casb -wltb order.
R. VINCENT JR. S SON, White Marsh, Md.
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4 Wholesale Nurserymen and Florists, Pian\'^"anSiy,''''Sie"iist Z
4 free, ronespondeiice solicited T
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Twe I=l-ORISTS' EXCHMNGE.
617
PoiDM and Information from aeedame!
Interested In this column, solicited.
Editor Seed Trade, care of Florists' Ex-
ouANGB, P. O. Boi 1697. New York.
Si-i-d Trmlc in Cliicuso — As a whole,
we do not find any material complaint
regarding the seed trade this year. J.
C. \'aughan told the writer the other
day that so far as the mail trade is
conoerned it sultered more in the eaiiy
months than it did later on, the past
three months having made up, in part,
and brought the whole trade at least
up to that of 1S96, which, however, was
not equal to the trade of years gone by.
As regards the home counter trade
generally, it averages up well.
In the plant trade the demand for
canna.s is ahead of last year and these
plants are still selling. In the way of
newer cannas, an even better assort-
ment of colors and foliage is noticeable,
thus making them more attractive for
general bedding effects. Mr. Vaughan
summed up in this manner: While a
great deal (.f si .d is Ix-ing sold by
side linn, siiil ilh li. si imx-, i :. ami iIv.m
who aim al s,„,ii-Iliin:4 ami kii..,, „|,al
they arc L;,.ttilm ar- ^^illlll^ an, I dis-
linse.l lu l.a>- Ivill luirrs I'm,- k m nM 1 l.iyh
M"aiitu-s and pedigree stock.
I III -' ason has been an iae
as a iigth of season is con
luencing early and lasting
of the country, till well ini
or hardy stock,
iaeal one, so far
lied,
s part
niddle
of May, thus giving fully an eight
weeks' shipping period, as against only
Seeil Crops tm Loii^v Inland Thus
far the outlook for cabbage has been
very good. There has been, as a whole,
much less stem-iut than usual, and the
growth has he, ii y,yy sa 1 isi'actory, as
it always IS ill I w . a i h. i , and plenty
us, and ir ihi'M- IS any lii.M.ai disease
cide the case. All we can say now is
that the show is good for more than an
avei-age crop, as the plants are heavily
podded, and the pods well filled; a week
of dry weather will give us a fin,- yi.-M;
but a week of hot and w.-t w.-atln i'
would makn sad wc.ik. W'.- .lai-- la-t
start, is now' coming on splendidly: but
there will be considerable difficulty in
the harvest, as two or more cuttings
will have to be made. There is every
prospect of a full a^aM■a2:o rrnp.
Spinach is Ini.kinu i --ina i !- nl.ly well.
Some pieces will :■■ \- i> iaai,\--much
caslonal one that is li.all? iiMiii,ii-d with
the leaf maggot.
Rutabaga is still looking well; in fact,
we never saw it look better, if as well.
We look tor double an average yield.
Turnips are looking fairly well, but
the acreage is too small to make the
slightest impression on the market.
Lettuce is coming on finely; but this
is not a crop that is likely to cut much
of a ligure, excepting for some special
European Notes.
i stock! Low.
The electric disturbancei
e prevailed of late have,
much longer unsettled. Some recent
shipments have run the stocks remain-
ing on hand very low.
VrgeUbleSeeil-..
Winter radishes are ripening up
in fairly good shape and the crop may
to some extent compensate for the
rather limited acreage- Parsnip, which
had begun to suffer, is regaining
strength and promises now to be a
passaljle crop. Parsley, which was also
at a standstill, has now begun to run,
and should be a fair yield. Peas and
beans are doing well up to now. Celery
is in a very promising condition, and
the acreage of the common variety is
large. Leek will be short and onion is
in many places badly attacked by mil-
dew. Lettuce, which it was at one time
feared would be lost, has now improved
wonderfully. Endive and chicory are
also immensely improved.
Carrot can be left for a few days
longer before a final word can be said.
Beet Crop Short.
In looking over the beets that
have survived a considerable shortage
is apparent. This is particularly the
case with beets of the Crosby, Dirigo
and Edmand's type.
Flower Seeds.
As regards flower seeds, pansies
and phlox are now beginning to pro-
duce a little seed. Verbenas, Zinnias
and balsams are just showing flower.
Asters are fairly safe and stocks and
wallflowers are good.
k Good Centanrra.
Those seedsmen who have wisely
given the Centaurea Margarita a place
in their catalogues are strongly recom-
mended to give a trial to the parent
variety C. odorata. During a recent
visit to the south the writer measured
many flowers of this variety more than
three inches in diameter. The color is
similar to the C. moschata purpurea.
The appropriately-named C. chameleon
is also worthy of culture, for while the
individual flowers are not quite so
large as C. odorata, they are more nu-
lla rous, and, in a mass, produce a very
. Iiai iiiing effect. When the flower first
M|i. IIS it is a sulphur yellow, afterwards
1m-. (lining paler and tinted, with purple
at tht- edge. Sown in the autumn,
these plants produce a splendid display
of bloom early in June.
EUROPEAN SEEDS.
CATALOGUES RECEIVED.
Dan'l B. Long, BulTalo, N. V. -Catalogue
List of Long's Floral Photographs. These use-
ful adjuncts to the retail trade are meeting
with considerable favor ; the large assortment
to choose from renders this list very valuable-
AUGUST ROLKER & SONS, New York.—
Special Offer of Bulbs for Late Summer and
Kail Delivery.
Mrs. Theodosia B. Shepherd, Ventura-by-
the-Sea, Cal.— List of Novelties and Specialties
for Fall Delivery.
33,000 fine 2 ill. Smllax,
$2.UU per 100; JlS.-'iO per 1000.
BETSCHER BROS.. C.nal Dove
1VDKAN6EA, i inoh pots, $10.00 pe
Send for samples. Cash with order
'RED. BOERNER. Cape May Cltr.
SMILAX PLANTS
50 a 1000. Write f>.r prices on larRe lots.
Cash with order please.
R. KILBOURN, - Clinton, N. Y.
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FERNS
We make a specialty of small
ferns for the Fall trade.
Write for special prices on large
quantities. Order early.
JOHN SCOTT,
KEAP STREET GREENHOUSES
Hardy Rtiododenflrons, ...
H. P. Roses, Lilacs Jtc.
...FOR FORCING.
Fine Nursery Stock,
Clematis, Hardy Azaleas, Magnolias,
L. G. BOBBINK, Rutherford, N. J.
Company, Boskoop. Holland.
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LATANIA BORBONICA
2U INCH POTS.
StroiiKt 4K3>oo per loo. Cash.
EDWIN A. SEIDEWITZ,
FERNS'^-*
Pteris Serrulata, Pteris Cretica alba,
" " Densa. " Adiantoides,
" " Magnifica, Aspidlum Tenemensee,
Onychlum Japonica.
S3 60 Per 100. CASH WITH ORDER.
CHAS. F. BAKER, Dtica. N. Y.
'ft^hen Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FEBK PTERIS T
MO'W READY.
In excellent condition, from 3J4 in. pots.
10 to 13 In. high, ready to shift to 43, $3.60} per
100 ; $30.03 per 1000.
R. WITTERST/tTTER, Sedamsville, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
AMPELOPSIS VEITCHII
strong.', iiealthy. young plaDts, 98.00 per 100.
^miiax, 1 inch, ».00 per 100.
EVERITT & INSALL, Hackettstown, N.J.
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CLEMATIS.
pots : Kood plants.
Fine, heavy,
SMIUX 5'-^?-"''
S3. 50 per 100. Transplanted,
FOR SALE CHEAP.
•i DracH-na Aumralis, lOft. bith.
1 Rabber Tree, 9 tt- high.
600 White Verbenas, fine plants.
•i Larire Nlcht Blooming Cerei
FaDcy leaveil CalaliuDiii
ine plants, from 3H inch pots, at $.5.00 per
100 ; 10 per cent, off in BOO lots. These are
in good variety, named, in best uhowy
kinds ; BOOO the limit. Do not delay, as
this offer finds ready takers.
WILL ALSO EXCHANGE large palms and
utlU. Addr
F. J. ULBRICHT, '"^^55^," inniston, Ala.
PALMSJlFERNS
FINE STOCK.
KERNS— Adiautmn Cuneatiim and aoatd.
varieties, in 2!4 inch pots, at $3 50 per 100, or
$30 00 per 1000-
WI.S8INOMING, PHILA., PA.
r. J. UEBSER,
PUtttnouth, Neb.
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JULIUS ROEHRS, \
Headquarterf for j
Palms and Decorative Plants,
RUTHERFORD, N. J. ]
P. 0. Addrtss, • Carlton Hill, N. i.\
WhenT\^rlting Mcnt
PALMS
AND
FERNS.
Th« LARGEST STOCK in the West.
i CHICAGO.
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FOR SAI.E.
Address P. O. Box 666. AI.BAMV, N.Y.
Slaving disposed of several of my Green-
houses and the remainder being over crowded,
I have decided to offer for sale the excess, con-
sisting of the greater portion and the choicest
specimens of my collection for the past 20
years, either singly or in quantities. They are
all well established, in floe condition, and many
cannot be obtained in any other collection in
America. A printed list sent on application.
Sales made at reasonable pricea.
£• CORXI^O.
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AZALEAS!
(INDICA.)
8 to 0 in- heads, $15.00 per 100; $146-00 per lOOO
9 to 10 " " 17.50 " 170.00
10 to Vi " " 20.00 " IIKJ.OO
12toU " " 2«-00 " 250.00
14 to 15 " " 30.00 "
PALMS, Etc.
For Palms, Aspidistras, Araucarias, etc.,
Exchange of May 16th and June 12th.
BEGONIAS.
(Erect Flowering) Single Tuberous Rooted.
About 1 inch diam., separate colors, $8.00 per
1000 ; 870.00 per 10,000.
About 1 to IH inch diam., separate colors,
$16.00 per 1000 ; $150.00 per 10 OOO.
Double Flowering:,
About 1 in. diam., separate colors, $22 per 1000.
A bou t I'j in. and above, sep. colors, $40 per 1000.
GLOXINIAS '^^^■^\r^.,.,
About ^4 to 1 inch diam., mixed, $10.00 per 1000
$90.00 per 10,000.
About 1 inch and above diam., mixed, $18.00 per
1000: $160-00 per 10,000.
Forcinpr and other Nursery stocks
grown in qiumtities.
CASH with packing free, except on spprovol
Credit.
ROYAL NURSERIES,
LOUIS VAN HOUTTE PERE,
Ghent, Belgium.
Nephrolepis Exaltata Bostoniensis.
In Large and s.n.iU quantities from fin.OII to tS'>.nO per 1000.
MINE IS THE GENUINE STOCK.
FRED. C. BECKER,
- - 1 730 Cambridge Street, CAMBRIDGE. MASS.
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618
ODESTIOI BOI
OPEN TO ALL FREE TO ALL
Answers Solicited from Those Who Know.
(105) I'ipiiie- GreoiilioiiNes Please
give me your idea of the amount of
pipe necessary to heat one 20x75-foot
rose liouse to 60 degrees, one 10x75 car-
nation house to 45 to 60 degrees; rose
house, three-quarter span; carnation
house, even span, running east and
west both houses, built together, with
boiler shed on east end. I think I
would prefer overhead flows and un-
dertrench returns. There are no side
lights in either house.— H. C. DAVID-
SON.
It well-built and with the usual
slope to the roof the rose house can be
heated with three two-inch flows and
nine returns of the same size. This can
be modified according as more or less
overhead heat is desired, so as to use
either four 2y2-inch flows and eight 2-
inch returns, or two 2%-inch flows and
ten 2-inch returns. It a temperature a
trifle above 60 degrees is desired it
would be well to use three 2y2-inch
flows and nine 2-inch returns. For the
carnation house use one 2-inch flow and
either four 114-inch or three 2-inch re-
turns. L. R. TAPT.
(IfB) Ueatlns a Greenbonse — What
would be the cheapest and most satis-
factory way to heat a house 25x18 feet
without having an expensive piping
system put in?— B.
As with everything else, it will
be found that in heating a greenhouse
the cheapest method is seldom the most
satisfactory. If to be used as a cool
house for growing violets or lettuce, or
for starting plants in the spring, fair
results can be obtained if two large box
stoves are placed at one end under the
benches on opposite sides, and a six-
inch pipe is carried with as much of a
rise as is possible from each stove to
the other end of the house, where they
can enter a chimney. Another way
would be to build a brick arch at one
end of the house and from this carry a
flue to the other end and then return
it to the arch, where it can connect
with the chimney. Eight-inch sewer
pipe may be used for the last half' of
the flue. Care should be taken to have
no woodwork within several inches of
the pipes or flues. While it may cost a
little more at first it will be more sat-
isfactory, especially if a higher tem-
perature is desired, if a small hot-water
boiler or car heater is used. For a
house 25x18 feet from 300 to 400 linear
feet of 1%-inch pipe, according to the
temperature desired, will be necessary.
L. R. TAFT.
(107) Bisulphide of Carbon for
Tbriii.—The thrips are ruining our rose
buds in two large houses. Would liquid
bisulphide of carbon eradicate the pest?
We have tried several remedies and
can find nothing that is of any good.
We saw something in some periodical
about bisulphide of carbon being a
good insect exterminator. What pro-
portion do you use? Would it also kill
snails?— J.
Obituary.
John H, Hutchinson.
John H. Hutchinson, Portsmouth, N.
H., died June 7. He was 57 years of age
and was a native of the State. He
served through the war and after he
had been mustered out of the service
returned to St. Johnsbury, where he
started in the jewelry business, sub-
sequently, with his wife, establishing a
fliorist's business in Portsmouth, which
was conducted under the firm name of
M. E. Hutchinson & Co.
James F. Webster.
James F. Webster, of the firm of
Webster Bros., of Hamilton, Ont., died
on June 5, aged 56 years. He was born
in London, England, and came to Can-
ada in 1852. He had been suffering
from bronchitis and pleurisy for some
time, but his death was hastened by a
hemorrhage. A widow and two grown-
up children survive hi'.n.
Marquette, Mich.
William Lutey i|s building green-
houses here and will embark in the
florist business.
The Plorists' Exchtinge.
# The Right Cypress for
{ Greenhouse Material.
^ Have you heard of Cypress Greenhouse Material that lias not been satisfactory?
> If you have it does not follow that Cypress is not the best lumber to use. There is ^
5 White Cypress, Yellow Cypress and Red Cypress ; there is Cypress that grows on the J
\ high lands and Cypress that grows in the swamps. ^
purposes. Do you
lands and Cypress tha
All of these different kinds are r
know which kind is best and do yoi
would belter buy from those that do know and '
introduced Cypress for greenhouse construction
all about it. I''or fifteen years we have made
this time we have built up a reputation thai we
out the best only.
ill deliver exactly what they sell,
and pushed it to the front. We 1
specialty of furnishing it, and di
cannot afford to jeopardize We send
Lockland Lumber Co.,
LOCKLAN
D, O. $
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. H. KAY, 42 Day St., New York.
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VALVES
GLASS
L. HKRHIS St SON.
4S7 W. BROADWAY, NEW YORK, 89 LIBERTY ST., NEW YORh
Bel. Hniutoii ind lUediar tti. Bet. Brudwaj ul Ckmrek •!•.
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Brooklme, Mass.
James Quinn hopes to be with the
crowd at the convention. He is rush-
ing in a fine lot of Nephrolepis bosto-
niensis for his retail business, antici-
pating a larger demand than ever. He
reports a good season's business and
expects to build shortly.
Miss Vass is preparing for next sea-
son by panning up her ferns. She has
excellent success with roses in solid
beds. I believe she is the only one in
this section who continues this method.
Fred E. Palmer met with an accident
which at one time threatened to end
his useful career with earth on earth.
It happened quite recently. While driv-
ing across the tracks a trolley car,
without warning, struck the team
amidships and the shock threw Mr.
Palmer directly beneath the car, which
roUed him along a distance of twenty
feet. Fortunately, he fell between the
wheels. He does not think he could
repeat the feat again did he desire to
do so. It was a narrow escape — a bad
smash-up; the first he ever had, and
another such is not desired. There is
a good prospect of hearing from him
on further experiments with budded
Cambridge, Mass.
F. C. Becker is busy planting out a
grand stock of the Boston fern. He
will have more this year than usual,
and is pushing the wholesale branch of
his business extensively. Mr. Becker,
Sr., is pleased with the increase in
business since he took a well-earned
rest and a trip to Europe, which he
pretty well covered in the lengthy
period of absence from home. He
missed but little, making a general tour
of commercial places more particularly,
and while most favorably disposed to-
wards the old country tor commend-
able reasons, he is of decided opinion
the stocks, more especially of palms,
being raised here are far and away
ahead of foreign production. The ship-
ment of small palms recently made by
Henry A. Dreer to Belgium, being a
second shipment to that country, is
creating considerable stir. Further
consignments are lOOKed for.
W. B. Doyle reports a good plant bus-
iness and is now very busy with sea-
shore orders, which promise to clean
out everything in the snape of a pot
plant. Orders for decorations have also
been heavy of late. Mr. Murphy, the
able foreman, intends taking a trip to
New York and Philadelphia so soon as
business slackens. He may take in the
convention on his way home. W. M.
Z GROW PLANTS IN I
I "Jadoo" Fibre. 1
t WATER THEM WITH %
X "Jadoo" Liquid, t
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VALVES,
FITTINGS
I COLDWELL-
TTILCOX CO.
Newburgh, N.Y.
Mention paper.
Evans' kproTei Challenge,
bearing, self-
automatlo Btop, solia link cbalK.
makes the IMPROVHD CHAL-
Write for cataloRue and price
before placing your orders else
Quaker City Machine Co.,
SUMMER IN WINTER
By Using
Standard Greenhouse Boilers
One cent g:ets oar Catalogue.
GIBLIN & CO.. . Utica, N. T.
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SCOI,I.AY'S
IMPROVED
PUTTY BULB
For Glazing Sash, Etc.,
PATENT PLANT SPRINKLER
For aale by your Saedaman
or lent, postpaid for Sl.UO.
JOHN A. SCOLLAT,
714 76MTrtIeAve.,
BROOKLYN, . N.Y.
SEND STAMP FOR CATALOGUE.
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Chadborn's Automatic
Ventilator_
CHADBORN, KENNEDY & CO.
NEWBURGH, N.Y S
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IMPROVED ClAZlNfi.
J. M. GASSER'S
PBTEVT ZIHG J0IIIT8
For Butting Glass Without Laps.
Makes a Eoof Air and Water Tight. Saves
Fuel. No Breakage from Frost or Medium
Sized Hail. Manufactured by
J. M. GASSBR,
101 Euclid Avenue, CIEVELAND, OHIO.
Wholesale and Retail Florist.
■wrrlte for I»rlces and Circulars.
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IK YOU W^AKJT
A GOOD SASH LIFT
For a Very Little Money Get
For DeecriptlTS Cataloerue Send i
J. D. OARMODY, Evansvllle, ind.
When 'Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
tJJUJJ.J-4J
, CYPRESS ,
' IS MUCH M|0REDUtlAet,e THAN PINE.
PRESS-.-1I
SASH BARSf
UP ^o3^^ FEET in LENGTH oRUMfGER
REENHOUS|E
AND Ot>)E« eUILDIN6 MAfTRIAL. , {
"CYP|RES|S LUMBERa»0|tsUSES.
\ Send fM'VurSwdsl GreenhouWcftjcu
|T"^/Lt STe&ri;v5 [umbej- (b.
Net^nsgiH S9ST8N, ('^ss'
kflV-T--^^KVm-h
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June 26, 1897.
XHB PLORISTS* EXCHHNGl
619
LORD & BURNHAM CO.,
HORTICULTURAL ARCHITECTS AND BUILDERS,
BXEA9I AMD HOT 'WATER HEATIISG EKGIKiEERS.
Plana and Estimates furnished on application.
XiOKHD <& BTJKiTia:.A-D\^ 00.,
ARCHITECTURAL OFFICE, 160 FIFTH AVE., COR. 21»t STREET, NEW TOBK.
Factoryi IrTinEtoD>on>Hudson, New York. Mention psiel
For Greenhouses, Conservatories,
Graperies, Hotbeds and all other
purposes, at Lowest Rates.
N. COWEN'S SON 392 & 394 West Broadway, New York.
Formerly 134 and 136 So. Fifth Avenue.
before buying Qtass. • • • Ettimates Freely CFivan.
GLASS!
GLASS!
LAWN SPRINKLERS.
Sprinklers made for Florists and Nurserymen's use.
save labor of one man. for t bey sprinkle i times greatei
than any other sprinkler.
E. STEBBINS MFG. CO.
Made for J. B. FELLOWS & CO., SPRINGFIELD. MASS.
ta Wan-en St.. N. Y. City, Will send on 6 days' trial
Agents Wanted. Can make big money.
Mention Florists' Exchange
A GOOD HOSE ISA GOOD INVESTMENT
The best is the cheapest. To ascertain what a hose is worth, divide the cost per foot by
anything that is manufactured. Price IZcts. per foot for H inch ; 16 cts. per toot for % inch,
and 20ct6. per foot for 1 inch hose.
Address J. Q. & A. ESLER, Saddle River, N. J.
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f,^:^'^ -f/Hfc WOOD GLASS CO-nBVNY
t
CALIFORNIA RED CEDAR
A. DIETSGH I GO. 619 Sheffield Ivenue, GHIGAGG.
MANDFACTCRER8 OK
RED CEDAR AND CYPRESS GREENHOUSE MATERIAL.
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i
THE VAN REVPER
PERFECT CLAZIERS' POINTS
HENRY i. DREER, 714 Chestnut St., Phila., Pa.
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SEND FOR OUR NEW CATALOGUE, WHICH 8HOW8 I
lTlie|leiiii|lutoiiiatiGGalileYeiitllator|
machine sent out *
nplete. We also glT
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DREEPODSE HE|ITI|III HMD VE|ITIL|ITI)II!,
Horticultural Architecture and Building.
pitching^^Go
ESTABLISHED 1844.
233 Mercir Strtet, NEW YiRK
Memtiua papar. W
FIVE PATTERNS IF lOILERS.
NINETEEN SIZES,
Terfect Sash Raising' ipparatiis.
Rosehousee, Greenhouses, Etc., of Iron
Frame Construction erected complete
or the Structural Iron 'Work ship-
ped ready for erection.
Iron Frame Benches with the
"Perfect Drainage Bench Tile"
or Slate Tops.
SEND 4C. POSTAGE FOR II.I.17STRATED CATALOGUE.
The Agricultural Drain Tile
.stn
11 Third Ave.
1 Writing Mention Florists'
TRADE GREENHOUSES.
THE BEST MADE.
"Florists" Get Your Plans and Estimate from
PLENTY'S HORTICULTURAL WORKS,
148-156 Randolph Ave , JERSEY CITY, N.J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
STANDARD VENTILATING
NONE
EQUAL IT
IN
Strength
AND
Durability
Seed (or Catalogue.
MACHINE.
NOTHING
Flimsy
OR
Complicated
about it.
E. HIPPARD, YOUiNGSTOWN. OHIO
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FOR GLAZING GREENHOUSES. SUrERIOR TO PUTTY IN EVERY W»Y.
Itlastica and Itlnslica Glazioe Machine nere (.iven
HIGHEST AWARD OF SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AT PITTSBURG, 1895.
Put up in gallons, $ 1 .00. Half gallons, 60 cts. Quarter gallons, 35 cts.
Mastical Glazing Machines, $1.00 each.
F. 0. PIERCE CO., Sola Manufacturers, 1 70 Fulton St., New York.
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m
r*V-ito.^ e; UV System;
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620
The F=i-orists' Exchange.
W. S. ALLEN,
17 West 28th St., New York.
FORD BROS.
WHOLESALE FLORISTS,
111 West 30th Street,
NEW YORK.
itod. Telepbose Si
MICHAEL A. HART,
Wholesale & Commission Florist,
113 W. 30th St., New York.
Telephone Call, 1307 38th St.
All kinds of Roses. Violets and CarnationB
ORDERS PROMPTLY ATTENDED TO.
H. A. HOFFMANN,: ,
Wholesale Florist*
44 W. 29th St., NEW YORK.
Telephone Call, 1558 38ch St.
American Beauties. Carnations. White Violets
Specialties. CONSIGNME^TS SOLICITED.
EDWARD C. HORAN,
WHOLESALE ♦ FLORIST,
34 W. 29th St.
JULIUS LANG,
Wholesale Florist
^ 63 "WEST SOtb. ST.
CODBignmentB Solicited. NEW YORK.
MILLANG & CO..
Wholesale Gommission Florists,
501 Sixth Avenue,
Comer 30th Street, NEW YORK.
BRANCH CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE.
FRANK MILLANG,
Wholesale Gommission Dealer
....in Gut Flowers....
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Wholesale Dealer in Cut Flowers.
We lire Headquarters fur finest Carnations and Roses, Violets, Valley, Romans, Sm
Adlantum. Best selected stock reserved for shipping orders. Send us y».iur name for
Semi-Monlhly Price List.
19-21 RANDOLPH STREET, CHICAGO.
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CHAS. W. McKELLAR,
WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORIST
Largest and best market in Ohloago. Constaut supply of all seasonable flowers.
OonslKnmentB of first grade goods solicited. Complete stock of Florists'
Supplies, Wire-work, etc. All orders given prompt attention.
Telephone, Main 1129. 43, 47, 49 WABASH AVENUE, CHICAGO. ILL,
ED. F. WINTERSON, Manager.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
No.
" OuUb and ordinary,
Bennett, Oasln
Bride
Bridesmaid
Jaoqnamlnot
K. A. Victoria
La France, extra
ordinary
Mrs. B. Morgan . . .
Niphetos, Hoste..
PapaGontler
Sonv. de Wootton..
Ulrich Branner...
WattevUle
r grade
[ All colors, Inferii
M ( White,
* SiiKDABD J Pink.,
2 Vabisties ] Red
t- ( Tel. & Varie
2 •Panoy (White
B (The hlorhest J Knk
I Red
. Yel.iVari
O&ITLKTAS
liiUBS, Longlflorum.
LiLI OF THE VaLLBT.
MlONONRTTB..
.16 to
.16 to
.60 to
.60 to 1.1
.60 to 1.1
.60 to 1.1
For Prices o( Fancy and Special StocU see our Correspondenre Col
Prices are for quantities of one hundred unless otherwise noted.
Prices (Quoted above are given only after very careful inquiry.
guarantee tne
I be found practical';
iate mentioned.
Wholesale Growers of Gut Flowers.
7. . . . 500,000 Feet of Glass.
We can fill all orders on short notice with all leading varieties of ROSES and
CARNATIONS. We are headquarters for fine AMERICAN BEAUTIES
Give us a trial and convince yourself.
SALESROOM 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO, III.
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SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, "f",°o"ist"
THE NEW YORK GUT FLOWER GO.
I 19-121 West 23d Street,
112-114 West 24th Street,
Tilepliose 733 , IStli Gt. , N E W Y O R K .
PURDY & BLAUVELT,
Wholesale and Commission Dealers In
CUT FLOWERS
UAIDEHHAIS FIStT FE0HB3 A 0FECIALI7.
S7 WEST 30th STREET,
Bet. Broadway & 6th Ave. NEW YORK.
A. & F. ROLKER,
WHOLESOLC DEALERS IN
CUT FLOWERS
53 "West 28tli St.
Telephone 2379 38th St. NEW YORK.
Wholesale OomnUilon Dealer In
CUT FLOWERS
30 Weet 3Sth St.. New York.
Telephone, 21«— 38th 8t.
PRICE LIST SENT ON APPLICATION.
TRAENDLY t SGHENGK,
Wholesale Florists,
S8 W. 28th St. and CUT FLOWER EXCHAN8E.
NEW YORK.
JOHN YOUNG.
Wholesale Florist,
51 WEST 28th ST.,
ITEW YORK.
WM. J. BAKER,
Wholesale Florist
1432 So. Penn Square,
Philadelphia, Pa.
L large stock of 'VAl.t.EV',
A full I
Will close at 6 p.m. after Ju
•FOR JUNE ^WEDDINGS..
I6I2-I6I4 Barker St. Bet. chestnut & Market sts. Philadelphia, Pa.
Local and Long Distance 'Phone E310.
Illinois Cut Flower Co.,
J. B. DEAMUD, Manager.
WHOLESALE CONliSSIflN FLORISIS,
61 Wabash Ave., Chicago.
Oonsi-^rJ-msiija*?; Solicited.
KENNIGOTT BROS
COMPANY, 1
Wholesale Cut Flowers, III
88 Wabasb Avenne, ||
CHICAGO,
"'-•
WIRE WORK A
SPECIALTY. II
DUMONT & CO.,
WHOLESALE FLORISTS
CARNATIONS A SPECIALTY.
No. 1305 Filbert St., Philadelphia.
EDWARD REID,
"Wholesale Florist
ROSES, CKRNKTIOMS,
No. 40 South Sixteenth Street.
Philadelphia.
?ince vou that my * ~ "~"
1 the finest.
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Thb Florists' Exchange.
Wholesale Florists
JOBBERS IN
FLORIST'S
SUPPLIES.
AC^V FLORISTS' VASES.
1 ' H,.Hi,„lfnr„l .l„..(l,.„r,.r..
84 HAWLEY STREET, ■ BOSTON.
M
CEO. A. SUTHERLAND,
CUTFLOWEHSandrLOmnUFFLIES
WHOLESALE.
67 Bromfield St., Boston, Mass.
City Hall Cut Flower Market
WELCH BROS., Props.
Regular Consignors Given Space Free 1
of Charge. Space let to growers wishing
to sell their own goods.
Flowers Shipped to all Points.
I ...SEND FOR I»RICE LIST,,
•W. EL,L,ISON,
Wholesale Cut Flowers,
Florist SHpplle*. WIr* Designs.
2744 Franklin Ave., ST. LOUIS, KO. Ill
TOBACCO DUST
TO BURN, tS.OO per bbl., IBO lbs.
TO SPRINKLE, $6percase,i.^0II
CORRECT KIND. 3"
Wlicn Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
to 12 feet long,
oh.
part of the
BMIIBIIS PLflinOSBS HBPS, "":3^^
AA7". H. ELLIOOra?, - B3r±gla.-box3., Is/Lass.
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Fine Stnilax $.5<
hundred strings
SWEET PEAS, 25 cents a hundred blooms.
Cash with order, please.
W. KEIR, - Pikesville, Md.
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Galax Leaves.
CHAS. H. RICKSECKER, Linville, N. C.
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. . . FOR FINEST . . .
Galax Leaves and
Leucothoe Sprays,
ALWAYS WRITE THE INTRODUCERS,
Highlands Nursery, Kawana, N. C
C. A. KUEHN,
WHOLESALE FLORIST. |
Uii Pine St., St. Louis, Mo.
A COMPLETE I.IXE OF ATIRE DESIGNS.
BuifaloGutFlowerExchange,
WHOLESALE COMMISSION,
HEADQUARTERS New vo. Try u
ROSES, CARNATIONS AND
ALL SEASONABLE FLOWERS.
WM. F. KASTING. ^''"'^tlJto,
■ist
St. Louis
Cut Flower Go.
WHOLESALE
FLORISTS,
1C20 Olive St.,
ST. I.OUIS, MO.
Exchange
E. G. HILL & CO.
t Wholesale Florists,
I RICHMOND, INDIANA. «
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CUT SMILAX
. «20.00 per 100.
ADIANTUM CUNEATUM
Yhen Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SITUATIONS WANTED.
Rate. 10 cents per line (8 wordB). each In-
»rtlon. Cash with order. Thts rate applies only
>elluation wanted advertlBemente and when set
Jlld. without display. When letters areaddresBed tn
our care add 10 centB t« cover expenBeof forwarding.
MTUATION
sober, reliable; experience!
ople preferred. Address M.L.
uted; florist, single. German
glTUATION want(
Good references;
moderate ; referenci
»^ family: pra
plants and ve^
place: Rood rel
L Schmutz. flo
621
GREENHOUSES WANTED
"WANTED TO RENT
WANTED TO RENT
Send full
of glass, ii
Eiigle\voor k
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
HEHDEnSOII'S
THIS 18 a la
Special (
varieties of Bi
liable and 'up
CULTURE,
varieties of Bulbs. It has been compiled with
" information Is accurate, re-
up to the latest date. ThU book
should be In the hands of every Plorift.
POST-PAID tor 2B ot*.
THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
p. O. BOX. 1697, NEW YORK.
622
ThB PLORISTS' EXCH75NGE.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS ura varieties. Imm
puis. (3.00 pur UO. Mrs. II. Koblnsoa. 13.00 per 100.
HAVE YOUR JCOLLECTIONS MADE
NATIONAL FLORisTS'"BTARD OF TRADE.
'WEI.CH BROTHERS,
FLORISTS' 'supplies,
■o'^rp'rn^lira'ce*: ! BOSTON.
Wire Desiirne, Wheat Sheaves, Baskets, Im-
mortelles, Cape Flowers, Cut Flowers, Boxes,
aud all other supplies, at prices to meet com-
Wheii Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
M. RICE &CO.,
Importers and Manufacturers of
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.
25 N. 4tli St., Philadelphia, Pa.
NEW PAti:- CATAtOGnE NOW BEADT
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SHEEP FERTILIZER!
PULVERIZED. COMPRESSED.
A Quick G.rminator and Crop Forcer.
HATCBAL. 0S0SLE33. CLZAH TO HAHIILE.
JOHN J. PETERS CO, Long Island City, N,Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SHEEP MANURE.
We liave the finest, prepared, at $35. CO
per 100 lbs. ; '4 ton at ton prices.
GODFREY ASCHMANN,
luisville.Ky
Florists' Exchangre
IEa7*1 save the BLOOMS!
WNIKOTEEN
*!>' DOES NOT INJURE SENSITIVE
K© PLANT5.USED FOR FUMIGATION
W\ OR SPRAYING, INDOORS OR OUT.
■ ._-. -^--1 200 POUNDS TOBACCO IN OIIEPININIKOIEEN
Price $1.50. ALL SEEDSMEN.
ting Mention Florists' Exchange
CHOCOLATE COOLER CO.,
GRAND RAPIDS, MIOH.
FLOmST'S nEFmeERlTORS.
tsk,xx€Lst.T'€L JF-lo-i^irer
*o-ts.
S*njjKa[---;^^ ■^ i, L.'May ii Co.', - St. Paul. , Minn.
- '^^yS^ ? GEO. S BARTLETT, 125S-12S7 WEST 6th ST.. CINCINNATI, O.
-uccEBsoB TO C I N C I N N AT I D E S I CC AT I N G C O .
TUESDAY, JUNE 29, AT 1 I A.l
PALMS, DRACAENAS, Etc.
R. M. GARDNER & CO., AUCTIONEERS, 199 Fulton Street, New York.
Catalogues on
Application.
FMsls' SDpplies.
Largest Stock in the Country.
All g-oode up to date, and of
superior quality.
I Catalogue.
H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.
FLOWER POTS^-
We ore MnnufacIurlnB a Fnll Line of
STANDARO FLOWER POTS and HANGING BASKETS
OF THE BEST QUALITY.
Shipping Facilities First-Ciaes, therehy Securing Lowest Freight Kates.
Our goods are well packed, and breakage is nominal. Give us a trial. Send for Price List.
Address THE SYRACUSE POTTERY CO., 403 N. SAUNA ST., SYRACUSE, N. Y,
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
LARGEST AND BEST STOCK OF
PREPARED CYCAS LEAVES
TO BE FOVISD AMVWHERE
Hetal Floral Designs, Sheaves, Doves, Baskets, Moss Wre.iths, Wheat, Milkweeds,
Cape FloTvers, Wire Work, and all Florists' Supplies.
Write for catalogue. Free to tlie trade.
a. HERRMANN, 404-412 East 34tli Street (Near Ferry), New York,
GYGAS LEAVES AKD WIRE FRAMES,
BASKETS AND SUPPLIES,
FLORISTS' SEEDS HND BULBS,
At wholesale only; apply for lists. Address
AUGUST RULKER & SONS, NEW YORK,
1 36 and 138 West 24th Street, P. 0. Station E.
*'JADOO" FIBRE
The New Materia! in Which
EVERY PLANT THRIVES WITHOUT EARTH,
Anil which lias proved as iiivalualjle to the Grower as to Amateur Gardi'iiers.
"JADOO" LIQUID,
Both Meat and Drink to Plants. Simply Invaluable in Pot Culture.
The Best and Cheapest Fertilizer Made.
TESTIIMONIALS AND PRICES FURNISHED ON APPLICATION TO
PrMecU* by US. Patent and THE AMERICAN JADOO CO.
TIN FOIL
2 and 4 Doininiek Street,
NEW YORK.
When Writing M en t
STANDARD ♦ POTS.
We are now ready to supply a superior
quality of Pots in unlimited quantities, i
Catalogues and price lists furnished on
application. '
A. H. HEWS & CO.,
NORTH CAMBRIDGE. - MASS.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
STANDARD
FLOWER POTS
W. H. ERNEST,
HILFINCER BROS.
STIKDIRD FLOWER POTS,
We manufacture a full line of standard PotH,
Cjliiiders.
and ""
Vaaei. and H
'ch,''»l'50
$10 00 per 1000;
I before ordering
elsewhere. Address
HILFINGER BROS., Fort Edward, N. Y.
or AUGUST ROLKEK & SONS.
136 Sr 138 W. a4th St., N. V. City
WhenlA'rltlng Mention Florists' Exchange
EL PASO BRAND
PURE SHEEP iHORE.
ONCE TRIED, ALWAYS USED.
Mixed liberally with the soil, nolhinir can
price on application.
SCHLEGEL & FOTTLER,
26So. Market St. BOSTON. MASS.
Boston FiorislLetter Co.
leadinR floiisL. everywhere and for eole by aU
N. F. McCARThV, Treas. & Hanager.
.."r.srir BOSTON. MASS. „»;k'.v„
DO NOT BE HUMBUGGED
"ns*iy^:rGRE^NSILKfiLII(E
s iim.lr Mil.ly l>v JOHN C. MEYER &CO.,
I When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
raight shoot and at
vigorous plant.
A WEEKLY MEDIUM OF INTERCHANGE FOR FLORISTS, NURSERYMEN, SEEDSMEN AND THE TRADE IN CENERAU
?0L. IX. HO. 27.
NEW YORK, JULY 3, 1897.
One Dollar Per Year
Owing to our stock beins grown with plenty of air the plants are all strong and sturdy, and
will bear transportation for long distances. Florists intending to purchase this class of stock
for their tall trade will do well to place their orders immediately, so that they can liave them
shioned bv freight, thus avoiding the excessive express charges which they would have to pay
if shipped during the cold weather. The prices will also be very much higher in the fall than at
the present time, owing to the high duty which will probably then be in force.
ARECA LUTESCENS.
4 iocti pots, 15-18 inches high, 3 plants in a pot $4.50 per dozen ; $35 00 per 100
5 inch pots 20-24 inches high, 3 plants in a pot .$6.00 per dozen ; $50.00 per 100
6 inch pots; 38-30 inches hiah. 3 plants in a pot $12.00 per dozen ; $100.00 per 100
KENTIA BELMOREANA.
3 inch pots, 8-13 Inches high, 4-5 leaves $3.50 per dozen ; $35.00 per 100
4 inch pots 13-15 inches high, 4-6 leaves $6.50 per dozen ; $50.00 per 00
5 inch pots 18-20 inches high, 6-7 leaves, stocky $9.00 per dozen ;$T5.00 per 100
15 iSch pots! 33-31 inches high, 6-7 leaves, stocky $13.00 per dozen ; $100.00 per ICO
KENTIA FORSTERIANA.
3 inch pots, 13-15 inches high $15.00 per 100
4 inch pots, 15-18 inches high $4.r,0 per dozen ; $d5.00 per 100
LATANIA BORBONICA.
3 inch pots $10.00 per ion
4 inch pots,' l'i-15irVches high $3.00 per dozen ; $25.00 per 100
5 inch Dots 15-18 inches high $6.00 per dozen ; $.50.00 per lOli
6 inch pots, 18-30 inches high, stocky plants $9.00 per dozen ; $75.00 per IdO
COCOS WEDDELIANA. amchpots $3.00 per dozen; $2500 per lOO
LIVISTOHA HOOGEMDORPII. ' '"VooUm ""'"' ""'' ' "''''' *'"' '""'""'" ''
LIVISTOHA ROTUHDIFOLIA. ' '•'%.^^T^otrr%i'^%'&y ""'''' ''""" """•'•
PH(ENIX RECLINATAi 5 inch pots, I5-I8 inches high $ii.00 per dozen ; $4.5,00 per Ifld
PITCHER & MANDA, Short Hills, N. J.
When Writing Ment
JOHN N. MAY, Receiver.
Florists' Exchange
WINTER FLOWERING ROSES.
To Close Out at Once!
"^M-M
m
and ni exceptionally line shape. We
rang plants in 334 in. pots, as follows :
PERLE, BRIDESMAID, BRIDE and
MME. CUSIN.
SS.OOper 100; «40.00 per 1000.
MME. CAROLINE TESTOUT and
MRS. PIERPONT MORGAN,
WU.OO per 100; $60.00 per 1000.
AMERICAN BEAUTY,
ISO. 00 per 100; 880.00 pt>r 1000
PRESIDENT CARNOT,
S16.00 per 100; *l«r..00 per 1000.
Wl
■ the I
YELLOW RAMBLER ROSE
strong plants, 2)4
WIO.OO per 100.
Strong plants, VA
1S20.00 per 100.
pots, ftl,50 per (loz
pots, «3.00 per do/
lOOO
METEOR ROSES '°'*'"°*"
$8.00 per rOO.
Fine, Strong:, Clean Stock.
lOOO
NEW CANNA AUSTRIA
for S80.00; SIO.OO per lOO. Fine Stock.
PALMS, FERNS and DRACIENAS of every Kind. Size and
Price. BAY TREES all Sizes. All lor the Trade.
SIEBRECHT & SON,
Rose Hill Nurseries, NEW ROCHELLE, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
DOUBLE TUBEROUS BEGONIAS
This is only the price «
old at S3. 00 per lOO ; SS.'i.OO
• conilderahly beli
; left.
■ ofTci
or TUBEROSE PEARL p^.;^^^
shnpo, 50c. per lOO ; IS-I.OO per lOOO,
SPEAK QUICK IF YOU WANT THESE BARGAINS.
Our Whole alo List of Palms, Decorative Plants, etc., will he sc'nt free on application,
F. R. PIERSON CO..
VHUBWil IKTERPTIOIIRL PllliSY IQIITOBE.
ains the cream of the
ream of every noted Pansy
rowers' product of the
rorld. It embraces all the
hoicest colors of fancy
their richness of
colors and perfection of
shape; it contains all the
separate colors of the Giant
rriinardeaus, with their
immense flowers ana rich
colors. ItcontainatheGiant
Cassier and BuKnot strains,
the product of two cele-
brated Scotch strains, the
1 alaise and Boulogne
Giants, in fact, there is no
strain of any of the cele-
brated Pansy specialists
not represented in our In-
ternational nixture. Price,
per oz.. SIO.OO: H oz„ $5,00;
i„az., $1.60: trade pkt .BOc,
VAUQHAIfS MIXTURE OF
QIANT PANSIES.
Thismi.vturo Is composed
ol Giant Flowerinit Pansies
nl \ It contains the Cassier and BuBnot strains, Ciuint Pans and the separate colors of Trimar-
ilcau It will produce a larger variety of coiois than anj other large flowering Pansy mixture
and is especially suited to a trade that demands large Pansy flowers. Price, per 02., $6.00; Yi oi„
$ I 36- 's oz., 75c.; trade pkt., BOc. Send for complete list of Pansies in separate colors,
SEASONABLE FLOWER SEEDS.
CINERARIA Hybrida, best tlowerliig, ini.xed, .^uo seeds, 35 ct«. Large flowering, dwarf mixed,
i,Mr rrnde okt :i.') cts Double extra choice mi.\ed, per trade pkt., 50 cts. James' Giant, a
verv line English straiM pUt., 5(lc. VAIIOIIAN'S COLUMBIAN MIXTUKE, 1000 seeds, BOc.
f-YrLAMENV Cuint Klowcrcil, Mi.ved IIIOII seeds, $4,011 ; !^ oz,$2.n0; 100 seeds, 60 cte.
PRIMULA SINENSIS-VAUGHAN'S INTERNATIONAL MIXTURE.
This mixtufc is.n,„|,o.,.,i ut the most salable colors of Single Flowering Chinese Primulas,
beat white .■fli:i'li^, pinks iLinl lede, with a sprinkling r" -" • - - - .. . ._.
■ t shades
5 pkts., 1750 aeeilB, $:;,liU: prr 1-ir. o/.., J3 5(1.
'Vew'Sk.'"' vaughan's seed store, ^'^^^.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
important shades predominatinff. Pkt., 350 seeds
624
SEflSOPBLE SEEDS
PRIMULA FIMBRIATA
(Chinese Primrose).
Rubra (Red), Alba (Wh.t.), Alba Mas-
nlflca, Rubra Violacea, Ctaiawick
Red. meteor. Village Maid or
Ctaolce Mixied.
Trade Pacltages, 50c. and SI. 00.
CINERARIA
Hybrida Grandlflora choice mixed,
Kxtra Fine D>varf Mixed. Graiidi-
flora Kermesina, Dbl. Floxiverlng;.
Trade Packages, 60c. and SI. 00.
CALECOLARIA
Hybrida Graudiflora, choice mixed.
Trade Packages, 50c. and Sl.OO.
WM. ELLIOTT & SONS
[f URliiP SEED. #iCE«rr|
0 ■ CUCUMBER SEED. BestkindsforPJckling. *
8 First consignment of Our "SURE CROP" ENG- 8
■•'*" MUSHROOM SPAWN fer^lf:
a ter than ever. Prices right to Dealers. g
S WEEBER i DON, 'llllfo'^i^'; |
S 114 Chambers St.. NEW YOttK CITY. j5
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
P. OUWERKERK,
1 1 23 Summit Ave., Jersey City, N.J.
JuBt received from our Holland
NurgerUs :
RHODODENDRONS, AZALEAS,
SPIR/EA JAPONICA, LILIUM SPECIOSUM,
P/EONIES, BLEEDING HEART,
POT GROWN LILACS, HYDRANGEA IN SORTS
CLEMATIS and H. P. ROSES, m the beat .orti
J. L. SCHILLER, Rutherford, N. J,
The Pl-orists' Exchange.
Pansies Worth Raising . .
packages containing about 300O seeds
for $1,01) per packiige.
CASH WITH ORDER.
C. Soltau & Co. ^A^'u'e"' Jersey City, H. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Prize-Winning
DAHLIAS
AN UPRECEDENTED RECORD.
23 First Prizes, Certificate of iWerit, 2
Diplomas, and highest mention everywhere.
U you want the Very best Dahlias
that bloom, send for our 1897 dtscriptive trade
list now ready. Address
W. p. PEACOCK,
Dahlia Specialist, ATCO, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
When Writing Men
Florists' Exchange
HEADQUARTERS FOR
GallasantFieeslaBflllis
PAMPAS PLUMES,
Palm, California Tree and Flower Seeds.
Please let us book your orders for
BULBS at once
ASK FOR SPECIAL PRICES.
GERMAIN FRUIT GO. Los Angeles, Gal.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
KENTUCKY BLUE GRAS3 iPOA RRATENSIS).
CHAS. E. PRUNTY,
MAIN AND MARKET, SAINT LOUIS.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ALLEN'S DEFIANCE MIGNONETTE
New Crop, Growing Outside and Looking Fine, will be Ready Angnst 1st.
This stock la all grown from special selected spikes and is sure to prove good under proper
treatment. $1.00 per oz. ; 50 cts. per packet.
Still a little of the original crop left which will germinate about 50 per cent., at Sl.OO per pkt.
CHARLES H. ALLEN, FLORAL PARK, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
BULBS, ROOTS, and DECORATIVE PLANTS,
For Fall Delivery, Now Ready. Send for Catalogue.
F. ^W. O. SCHMIXZ, JERSEY CITY, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PRIMULA SINENSIS SEED
The Wm. Scott strain (grown by Wm. Scott, Buffalo), includes :
Our "GREAT SCOTT MIXTURE," from assortment of 10 varieties.
Also 4 SEPARATE COLORS, Single White, Pinli, Red and Double Red.
Sold only in sealed Trade Packets, at each, 60 cts. Liberal reductions on larger
orders as per Free Priced Circular List, for which apply to Sales Agent.
DAN'L B. LONG, 'TZ/J%r Buffalo, N.Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
H. H. BERGER & CO., (
ESTABLISHED
1.78.
Shrubbery
tlurope, will hereafter transact all business for Ihe
EASTERN STATES from their r.fflce in New Vork City.
Address all letters to 220 Broadway, (Rooms N and O, 13th floor). New York
Dusiness for the PACIFIC COAST will as heretofore receive attention
Addressed H. H. BERQER & CO., San Francisco, Cal
The finest strain of Paneles in the World. 4
Introducer and Grower ol all the leading Novelties g
HiBhest Award. Internalional Exhibition, 8
5i Uambure, 1S97. CatalOBue tree on application. C
FRED. ROEMER, Seed Crower,g
Quedlinburg, Germany. Jji
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦
♦ CLDCAS & BODDINGTON CO., |
♦ Importers, Exporters and Growers' Aerents of ▼
♦ Plants, Seeds and Bulbs, ♦
t sot and 603 W. 13th St.. X
j Telephone Call, M3 ISth St. NEW YORK CIT\f.f
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When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VAUTIER'S
MAMMOTH JMJX:
Hneet Pansy ever offered. Mr. Vautler has been
monlais from floriBtB from all narts of the U. S. prala-
Z 7. faust\ co.,«AtiS.?e'!iErr 'p^a.-
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
NEW CROP SEED NOW READY
— OF —
mmmimriiisiES
3uKe jewels of velvet
GIANT MARKET and GIANT FANCY
STRAINS, in trade pkts., at SI each.
Printed dlrecttons wiih every package.
DENYS ZIRNGIEBEL, Keedham, Mass.
When Writing Mention
Exchange
Fresl Seeiis-Gaiia BDim;.
Apple Geranium (true), 25 cts. pkt.; $1.00
per 1000 seeds ; $7..50 per 10,000 seeds.
Musa Ensete, 76 cts. per 100 seeds; $6 00
per 1000 seeds.
Seafortlila Elegrans, 40 cts. per 100 seeds;
$3 00 per 1000 seeds.
Cyperus Alternifollus, 25 cts. per pkt.
Ptaormlum 'rena:c, 25 c
. per 100 seeds ;
I». Xenax Varlegata, 50 cts. per 100
seeds ; $2.5" per Kion seeds.
Alsopbylla Australia (Tree Fern), 50
Send' for prices on Calla Lilies, August and
September delivery. Send for Trade List of
Novelties and Specialties for Autumn delivery.
MRS. THEODOSIA B. SHEPHERD
Ventura-by-tbe-Sea, Cal.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PANSIESIIS
THE JENNINGS' STRAIN S
ariety and most splendid colors ;
doubt the finest strain in the raarket to-day.
The following complimentary letter is one of
LO. N. Y.. June 8th, '97.
r Sir: Tb( "
L produced
The Pausy !
" aflnest loc
READY FOR JULY AND AUGUST.
PREESIAS (Large sizes are very scarce).
CAI^UA ETHIOPICA (Send orders NOW).
LITTLE GEM CALCAS (Improved variety). A REAL OEM.
LIL. UOrUGIFLORVM EXIMIVIH. the Best tor Forcing. Produces more How
flrst-claas. Send me one oz. of your
aoun as you are ready. Respectfully yours.
William Scott.
Try a packet of Jennings' finest mixed strain
and you will not be disappointed. Finest mixed,
per pkt. ot 2500 seed, $1.00; $6.00 per oz.; $3.00
per H oz.; 3 oz., $15.00. White, yellow, black
and blue, in separate colors, $1.00 per pkt.; 60c.
per ^ pkt., postpaid by mail. Price to Seeds-
men GO iipplicatioD. Cash with order.
E. B. JENNINGS.'-'far' Southport, Conn.
• ROWER OF THK FINEST PANSIES.
When Writinc Mention Florists' Kxcbanee
INTERNATIONAL HORTICULTURAL EXPOSITION,
-flLT
:.A^XIXEBTJXC,0^, 1897,
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
from; may till octobkr.
Thb PlORISXS* EXCH75NGE.
625
SEED TRIIDE DEPORT.
fnxnts and lof ormatioD f
)intereated In this column, aollolted. Address
jBditor Smd Tradb, care of Florists' Kx-
OHANGS. P. O. Box 1697. New York.
New York.— Louis Goeppinger, repre-
senting Peignaux & H. Lorin. successors
to Andre, Leroy & Co., arrived in the city
this weeli, on his annual trip to the States.
San Fraucisco — The Sunset Seed &
Plant Co. will remove business July 1
to the four-story warehouse, 33 Market
Street, near the Overland Ferry Depot.
This, it is said, will give them the finest
seed warehouse west of the Rockies.
European Notes.
k Weed Plague.
One of the most striking features
of the present season is the singular
uniformity in the weather which has
prevailed in all the seed-growing dis-
tricts of Europe. A very damp autumn
and mild winter have heen followed by
a cold and dry May. To this succeeded
a great heat, followed by heavy thun-
derstorms, which moistened the sur-
face, rendering the work of transplant-
ing possible, but not thoroughly mois-
tening the soil.
The heat and rain combined have
brought forth an abundant crop of
weeds, which in many cases fairly
smother the young plants, and it is
doubtful if the seed grounds of North-
ern Europe have presented such an un-
satisfactory appearance during the
past ten years. Everybody is working
at full strength and high pressure, but
in spite of this the weeds still hold the
field.
To the superficial observer the
appearance of our biennial crops has
been vastly improved by the recent
rains. So far as this relates to beet,
mangel, corn salad, celery, radish and
spinach there is reason to hope that
the improvement will be of a perma-
nent character if another period of
drought does not set in. Carrot is in
many places badly attacked by the
grub of the May bug, and in some cases
fully one-halt of the plants have been
killed. But it is when we examine the
cruciferse very closely that the delusive
nature of the improved appearance be-
comes apparent.
A Destracttve Pest.
That destructive pest known as
the black flea always accompanies a
continuous spell of northeast wind and
feeds upon the ovary of the flower.
Where the work of fertilization has al-
ready taken place it deposits its eggs
in the tiny pod, and as soon as the sun
gets to work a numerous brood of tiny
worms is hatched out. These feed upon
the (as yet) imperfectly developed seed
and cause the pods to blister and drop.
Only the very early pieces of turnip
have escaped the pest this year. Every-
thing besides, including cabbage, broc-
coli, brussels-sprouts, borecole, cauli-
flower, kohl-rabi and rutabaga are
simply smothered with it. The last-
named article may possibly yet produce
a fair crop, but it is doubtful. It is not
yet too late for the numerous side
shoots, which are now springing out to
produce a moderate crop of medium-
sized seed, but until the seed is thor-
oughly formed the crop is entirely at
the mercy of the black flea.
Floner Seeds.
In flower seeds nasturtiums look
much more promising, but growers do
not expect to gain a cent by them,
however good the crop may be. The
expenses are too heavy.
The Sireet Pea Crop.
Sweet peas are also improving
daily and if the gloomy anticipations
of the growers on your side are veri-
fied by results our growers may be dis-
posed to take up their culture once
more. The Pink Cupid is now in bloom
and fully justified our expectations, al-
though the color is different to what
we had supposed it would be. It is a
Blanche Ferry with the Cupid habit re-
produced in every particular, and un-
less America has something of a more
startling nature in store for us it will
probably be the novelty for next sea-
son; but on the subject of novelties it
is yet too early to speak.
EUROPEAN SEEDS.
TUe Vitality of Seed Treated witl.
Carbon Blsiiliihide — Circular No. 11 of
the Division of Botany, Department of
Agriculture, deals with some experi-
ments that have been made for the
The common remedy advised by en-
tomologists for destroying seed-infest-
ing insects is to treat the seed for
twenty-four hours with the fumes of
carbon bisulphide at the rate of one
pound to the hundred bushels. This
chemical when pure is a colorless liquid
with a pleasant odor. Upon exposure
to the air the carbon and sulphur com-
posing the liquid are separated, each
uniting with oxygen, for which they
have a stronger affinity than for each
other. Thus are formed carbon oxide
and sulphur dioxide, the latter being
a very poisonous gas with a disagree-
able odor. The statement is made that
seed grain may be exposed to these
fumes for thirty-six hours w^ithout in-
juring its germinating capacity.
The length of time seeds must be
treated with the fumes of carbon bi-
sulphide depends not only upon the re-
sistant power of the insect, but also
upon its method of attack. In the case
of the pea weevil the larva is embedded
within the immature seed, becoming
entirely surrounded by the seed coat
during its development, hence a treat-
ment prolongea over twenty-four hours
may be necessary to destroy the wee-
vils.
Seedsmen treat peas and other
"buggy" seeds on a large scale by plac-
ing the bags containing the seeds in a
fire-proof, practically air-tight build-
ing devoted to that purpose, setting
shallow pans holding carbon bisulphide
in various parts of the room near the
ceiling. After being thus subjected to
the fumes for about twenty-four, some-
times as long as forty-eight hours, the
room is opened and thoroughly aired.
Some writers have advocated pour-
ing the liquid through a pipe inserted
into the centre of the bulk of seeds;
others suggest the use of a ball of cot-
ton, soaked \A-ith the chemical and
plunged into the middle of the pile of
seeds. Both of these methods are open
to objection owing to the fact that the
liquid comes in direct contact with
some of the seed which takes it up
readily, rendering such seed extremely
liable to injury from the water which
is left behind, if not from a supera-
bundance of the gas itself. Further-
more, carbon bisulphide is a very
heavy gas and the upper stratum of
seeds treated in either of these ways
is likely to receive too Uttle of the
fumes to destroy the insects.
The department's experiments were
made with thirty-three different varie-
ties of grains and vegetables, five of
cotton, two of peas, three of Indian
corn, two of rice, two of common gar-
den beans, two of Kaffir corn, two of
barley, two of wheat, one of oats, etc.
In all the experiments only sound seeds
were taken, being, so tar as possible,
from a single stock in each case. Two
lots of treated seeds, each containing
200 seeds of the larger species and 100 of
the smaller kinds, were used. Similar
lots of untreated seeds were employed
as checks.
In the first series of experiments the
seeds were placed in shallow glass ves-
sels, resting on a plate of ground glass
covered with a bell jar containing a
saturated atmosphere of carbon bisul-
phide. At the end of forty-eight hours
the seeds were transferred to the ger-
minating chamber, in which were
placed also the check lots of untreated
seed.
The following seeds were uninjured
by this severe test, the germinating
percentages of both treated and un-
treated seed being practically the same:
Peas, cotton, beans, Kaffir corn, buck-
wheat, turnip, cabbage, cauliflower,
pumpkin, cow-pea and oats. It is safe,
therefore, to conclude that none of the
ordinary methods of treating these
seeds with carbon bisulphide will im-
pair their vitality.
On the other hand, the germinative
ability was decreased in barley, rye,
wheat, corn, crimson clover, millet and
rice, the difference between the treated
and untreated seed varying from 85 per
cent, in the case of rye to 9 per cent, in
the chalky rice. With the exception of
crimson clover, whose seed is much
more tender than that of other clovers,
all of the injured kinds belong to the
PANSIES
I SEED
SEEDi
r= NEW CROP NOW READY. =2
I ROEHMER'S SUPERB PRIZE PANSIES. I
^ .... i
^ This strain includes all the leading novelties, Odier, ^
^ Cassier, Bugiiot and Parisian mixture; the qualities :3
^ of these varieties are so well-known as to render a description ^
fc unnecessary. Mi-N;ed, per packet of 2.500 seed, $1.00; $6.00 ::S
fc= per oz. ; $3.00 per 1/2 oz. ; $1.75 per Vi oz. White, 5'ellow and ^m
^ black, in separate colors, $1.00 per packet. Plants ready :^
^ September 15th. ^
^ =5
fc CASH WITH ORDER. ^
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t^ Wholesale Pansy Grower,
LANCASTER, PA. 3
grass family, oats alone of this group
showing no injury. This resistant
character of the oats is easily explained
from the nature of its covering.
This method was an extreme one and
represents conditions which would
probably never be attained in actual
practice. Here each seed, being ex-
posed to a thoroughly saturated atmos-
phere of the chemical, had ample op-
portunity to imbibe as much of the
vapor as it was capable of retaining.
It is reasonable to suppose that seeds
whose vitality was not affected by a
forty-eight-hour test of this kind would
be in no danger of deterioration in this
respect from any treatment given them
in ordinary practice.
The varieties which were damaged by
the forty-eight hours' treatment were
then subjected to another test of twen-
ty-four hours' duration. Some of the
varieties suffered no deterioration
whatever in vitality with the twenty-
four-hours' treatment, while there was
a marked decrease in the amount of
injury in all of them.
Rye proved the most susceptible to
injury, with a difference of 41 per cent,
between treated and untreated seed.
Millet showed 17.5 per cent., barley 11
per cent, and crimson clover 6.5 per
cent, difference. All differences in ger-
mination tests amounting to 5 per cent,
or less may be attributed to variation
in the quality of each lot of seed used,
and no conclusions should be drawn
from them with respect to the effect of
the treatment.
In order to ascertain whether similar
injury to the seeds named in the fore-
going table would result from treat-
ment in bulk, one bushel each of wheat,
rye, barley and field corn were sub-
jected to a second series of experi-
ments. One bushel of each kind of
grain was placed in an air-tight bin
.for twenty-four hours. Upon the sur-
face of the grain were shallow glass
vessels containing carbon bisulphide in
the proportion of one pound to one
hundred bushels, as recommended by
the Division of Entomology of this de-
partment. At the close of the twenty-
four hours lots of each variety of seed,
both treated and untreated, were ger-
minated in duplicate.
GANNAS B
by express. Price list of seed free.
H. BEAULIEU, Belmont Ave., Woodhaven, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
...PANSY SEED...
Mixed toKether of Bugnot, Cassier, Odier,
ALTEBNANTHERA, ■
GEKANIUMS, mixed, 3 ifi
PRIMROSKS, 2 incli pots. .
JOS. H. CUNNIMGHIM, DELtWARE, OHIO.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
AtL BULBS m PLANTS
For Summer and Fall Delivery, Quoted
at Very Low Rates.
FREE ON BOAKl) CAB
HDLSEBOSCH BROS,, Englesood, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
the
No appreciable difference In the vi-
tality of wheat, corn, barley or rye re-
sults from treating the seed in bulk
with carbon bisulphide for twenty-four
hours at the rate of one pound of the
chemical to one hundred bushels of the
grain.
In general, seeds of cotton, peas,
beans, buckwheat, oats, the cabbage
family and cow-peas will endure the
most severe treatment with the fumes
of carbon bisulphide without their ger-
mination being injured to any appre-
ciable extent. On the other hand, seeds
of corn, wheat, rye and other crops be-
longing to the grass family (except
Kaffir corn and oats) should be treated
with caution, as serious deterioration
in vitality is likely to result from ex-
cessive exposure to the gas.
Thb F=l-orists' Exchange.
Selecting Style of House.
Which style of house will I adopt? is
a ciuestion that is doubtless absorbing
the minds of those who contemplate the
building of any additional houses for
the coming season. The question is
well worth considering, tor on it hinges
a large share of the success for which
we are all striving.
It used to be that a house which was
not quite good enough for roses was
th u^ht to be plenty good enough for
I Tim 1 1 ns Many eioweis ha\ e by
1 that the
I ind all they
II Hik di\s of
Mil II th 1 1 a of building
1 iin t 11 h o e 31 indeed, a
1 in\ 11 I 11 ti ulai plant. I
Ihit th 111 -.^t II fitable house
ne thit can li- used for any-
that pel nuts of changing about.
I tasiti t shade a house than it
1 IS th light duiing the dark
1 oui houses aie of
IS! noith and south,
I IS twenty feet wide,
a tan amount of
n i u iiiite satisfactoiy Ex-
how \ei has shown me that
e tai ti m buns: pel feet On
f th sun s sition during
lays
h nis
^ht and heat,
1 s not utilize
I scanty rays
led at all near
south house is
lel The
s ^^ 11 inl di i ih lighted when
compaied ^Mth the firnt benches
The amount ( t siass duectly exposed
t the suns n\s is n t laige enough
foi a house tw i nt> feet w ide, and the
shadow cast by the ridge and venti-
lators during late fall and early spring,
in addition to the almc)st opaqueness
of the north slope w^hen the sun is
about on a line with the pitch of the
roof, to say nothing of several days of
cold, snowy weather every now and
then, which, the chances are, will in-
duce a covering of ice and snow to form
. and remain several days, will more
than counterbalance the light admit-
ted by the short south span.
During summer, however, such a
house will come about as near filling
the bill, as a model house, as could be
found, and at this time of the year it
has few or no faults.
The regulation three-quarter-span
house comes nearer to perfection in
mid-winter than either of the two men-
tioned above, but it also has its draw^-
backs. the most important one being
the rather flat surface of the southern
slope, which is usually about 7% or 8
inches rise to the foot. Several years
ago we had occasion to build an addi-
tion to a three-quarter-span house, and
instead of carrying out the same idea,
we allowed the long span, which has a
southern exposure, to be a little
shorter, but gave it nearly two inches
more rise to the foot, the other being
but little more than seven. We have
not yet tried carnations in this house,
but will do so the coming winter. Judg-
ing from the manner in which the roses
flourish in it, and its general light ap-
pearance on dark days, I feel war-
ranted in the belief that carnations,
too. will thrive equally well.
In erecting the house I mentioned in
my notes of last week, we have car-
ried out the same idea on a little larger
scale. The house is 321/2 feet in width.
16 feet high and 120 feet long, inside
measure, it being one section of a house
which will be 240 feet long, height of
north wall 3 feet, south wall 4% feet;
the sash bars on the south side are 2iy2
feet, while those of the north side are
19% feet. The roof on the south side
has a rise of about 9 to 91/2 inches to
the foot, that of the north side being
somewhat steeper and governed en-
tirely by the south side.
Five feet of the northern side of the
house will be used for a propagating
house, including six inches for wall be-
tween it and the house proper. This
leaves about twenty-seven and one-
half feet divided between five benches
and four walks as follows: One narrow
bench, on either side, next to the walls,
about two I'l'.t wid.-. and three centre
benches fivr i,it \\ id^-, iwo walks two
Ijetv
the
■ide.
wide benclic's Iw.-nly
Five feet I cunsider wide enough for
any bench on which plants are to be
grown for cut flowers. My experience
has always been that on very wide
benches the rows in the centre are sure
~rhi' sMuih ill};.' of the fourth bench,
ci>iiiiUii.l; Iium the south or front of
the huusc. is directly under the ridge,
which leaves this bench, as well as the
next one, the north, narrow bench, the
only ones not directly beneath the
south slope. On account of the height
of the house, however, these will be
about as well lighted as the rest.
The centre posts are of two-inch pipe;
the purlins and supports are of one-
inch pipe. The house is ventilated by
two continuous ventilators, one two
and one-half feet deep, opening at the
ridge, and the other two feet deep on
the south wall opening at the top. It
seems by tar the lightest house we
have, and I have no fear but that my
expectations of it will be realized.
This house is planted with the new
rose, Mrs. Robert Garrett, originated
by John Cook, of Baltimore. The other
section now in course of construction
will be planted with chrysantl emums.
H. WEBER.
QDEHTIOH m.
OPEN TO ALL.
(108) A Clii-ysaiitlicmtiiii Pest — I
send you by same mail as this a box
containingsome chrysanthemum leaves
that are infested Avith an insect of
some kind. They w.uk on und-r side
of the leaf, causing it t.. tuin lunwn
and die. I have tind k.MiiS.nc cmul-
on. als
.lust
up
ould be pleased
and call for mo
if you can tell me how to get rid of
them.— MRS. C. L. HUMPHREY, Ala-
bama.
The insect which is affecting the
chrysanthemum leaves proves to be one
of the plant leaf-suckers (Corythuca
irrorata Riley). It has no common
name, and witn this particular species
on chrysanthemum the department has
had no experience. Other species oc-
curring on other plants have been very
effectually controlled by the use of ker-
osene emulsion, and I am still con-
vinced that it this be properly applied
you will effect the destruction of the
pest. I should say that if "they just
sit up and call tor more" that I should
give them more and a good deal of it
until they cry "enough." In other
words, it is necessary to make the mix-
ture hit the insect, or no good will be
accomplished. If you spray one side of
the leaves and they are on the other
they will escape. You may find it pos-
sible to get rid of them in another way;
that is, by jarring them into sheets of
cloth or paper which have been covered
with some heavy oil. such as crude pe-
troleum or even axle grease somewhat
thin, and cloth saturated with kero-
sene, it kept in this condition, will an-
swer the purpose.
L. O. HOWARD, Government Ento-
mologist.
(IQy) Insects on Clirysantbeninnis.
—The leaves and stems submitted to us
reveal that the plants are in very bad
health, and evidently have suffered for
want of water; consequently, have got
a disastrous attack of spider and thrip.
Applications of the hose would be the
only remedy, but apparently nothing
will restore the plants to health. It
would be better and cheaper to begin
with new stock and after that watch
the watering and use the hose on the
foliage occasionally.
(110) Pansies — (1) Which is the best
all-around strain to grow for market?
(2) Which is the best soil for them? (3)
Minn.
(1) See our advertising columns. (2)
Any good garden soil, well cultivated.
(3) Sow the seeds on a well -broken sur-
face any time from the end of August
till the end of Septemijer, and trans-
plant into frames when the seedlings
are big enough to handle. Let the
plants establish themselves well before
winter and cover them with sash at the
first appearance of hard weather.
Later cover the sash with wood shut-
ters or straw. Ventilate during favor-
able weather.
(Ill) Soil for Carnations — Would
you advise using for carnations next
season the same soil that has already
been used, if it was mixed with spent
mushroom bed? If so. what propor-
tion? And would you advise adding
bone meal? Would this same soil, if
taken out and thoroughly mixed with
old, well-rotted sheep manure, be better
for carnations?— J. F. WRIGHT, Mass.
—I would not advise using the same
soil if fresh soil could be had. The
practice of using old soil, continued
tor a number of years, can have no
othei- than a deteriorating effect.
Where space is limited and fresh soil
is hard to get, the old soil could be
spread out in the fall, and the winter
frost and snows will be a benefit to it.
In the spring sow in oats or some other
quick-growing crop and plow under
when knee high. By fall the soil will
lie in nice condition to put in the house.
If the old soil must be used the spent
mushroom bed may be added to the
rate of from one-third to one-fourth.
By all means add a liberal amount of
bone meal several weeks before plant-
ing time, the sooner the better now.
Sheep manure is to be preferred to
the mushroom bed, and, it handy, I
would advise its use instead of the
mushroom bed.
The old soil will be very deficient in
potash; it should be added in the shape
of unleached wood ashes; if this cannot
be had use muriate of potash. — H.
WEBER.
(110) Bulletin on How to Grow
lliishrooms.- This bulletin can be ob-
tained from the Secretary of Agricul-
ture at Washington, D. C.
The Cartledge Banquet.
On Friday, June 25. the banquet ten-
dered to Thomas Cartledge by his flor-
ist friends, in celebration of the fiftieth
anniversary of his professional career,
took place in the Florists' Club room
in Horticultural Hall, and was a per-
fect success in every way. John West-
cott was chairman of the Catering
Committee, which fact needs only to
be mentioned as a guarantee that the
committee's work was well and faith-
fully performed. About 100 persons sat
down to the tables, which had been
profusely decorated with some fine cro-
tons from Robert Craig, some nice
specimens of Adiantum Faileyense
from Edwin Lonsdale, marantas, pan-
danus, etc., from John Westcott, and
palms from Joseph Kift & Son; besides
vases of roses from many of the prom-
inent growers, and a large vase of the
new carnation. Empress, from William
Swayne. The club room was profusely
decorated with foliage plants, while
around the tables the room was fes-
tooned with strings of asparagus and
smilax, in which were hung bunches of
roses.
John Burton presided and after the
nienu had been disposed of called upon
Robert Craig, who spoke to the first
toast of "Our honored guest." This ad-
dress was made in Mr. Craig's well-
known strain and w'as very suitable to
the occasion. He dwelt chiefly upon
the useful life of the guest of the even-
ing, and in conclusion presented to Mr.
Cartledge a very handsome gold-head-
ed, ebony cane, upon which was in-
scribed, "Presented to Thomas Cart-
ledge on the fiftieth anniversary of his
professional career by his florist
friends, June 25, 1S97."
Mr. Cartledge arose to respond and
had to wait several minutes until the
applause subsided. He thanked his
friends for the great compliment they
had paid him and then read a few pre-
pared remarks, giving a brief history of
his early life as a florist, and of his
career as a soldier in the civil war, he
having enlisted three times to serve his
country in that memorable conflict.
He stated that he went to work for
Abram L. Pennock, his present partner
in the firm of Pennock Bros., at the
nurseries on the West Chester pike, in
1862; in 1864 the firm opened a store on
Twelfth Street, Philadelphia, and did
a good business. In 1870 he became a
member of the firm and has for several
years been manager of the concern.
He also spoke of some of his old asso-
ciates in the business.
The next toast, "Our Country," was
responded to by W. R. Smith, of Wash-
ington, D. C, who said; "Friendship,
mysterious cement of the soul, sweet-
ener of life and solder of society, we
owe thee much.
" 'Friendship makes all unite;
Friendship brings us here to-night.'
But it was not a very friendly act on
the part of the valiant Lonsdale to
place me on the programme in imme-
diate juxtaposition to Robert Craig,
whose well-known eloquence would
give stage-fright to a more courageous
man than I am. And then the subject.
•Our Country,' its size, its grandeur,
its greatness— who could describe it in
a brief after-dinner speech? As to its
government, we have the best that ever
existed on earth. Conceived and cra-
dled in this city of Brotherly Love, one
hundred and twenty years ago, it goes
on in the great work of evolving manly
men and womanly women, in whose
hearts are enshrined the principles of
political and religious freedom; who be-
lieve that, Man to man, the world o'er,
shall brithers be for a' that. This
great thought is only excelled by the
new commandment that Jesus gave to
his disciples: 'Love one another.' Oh,
for the genius of a Burns to compose
the death song, the dirge of Saxon
grumblers and to scorch with his
satiric fire the unseemly practice of
traducing our people's selected men
sent to deliberate on the nation's af-
fairs. For forty years I have been an
interested student of history-making at
the nation's capital. I am sure I am
right when I say, no equal number of
priests, no equal number of preachers,
or teachers, or any other class of men.
would excel them in honest, earnest,
manly morality. From the nation's
birth to the present time there is no
epoch in history carrying such great
results to the industrial order, to which
I am proud to belong, as our govern-
ment has in its one hundreu and twen-
ty years of existence. When I received
the kind invitation to be present on this
occasion my mind at once wandered to
a far-away Southern city— Atlanta—
and there I again saw a pair of lovely
tear-moistened eyes looking at me
earnestly and telling me, in a soft,
sweet, girlish . voice, ' Papa is very
sick,' leading me to a room in the hos-
pital. There I found the grand old man
we are here to honor to-night looking
at death bravely, yet not without hope.
His chief anxiety seemed to be that the
folks at home should not be unduly
alarmed. (Thomas Cartledge had gone
to Atlanta with his daughter to visit
the Exposition and was taken danger-
ously ill on arrival and lay in a danger-
ous condition for two weeks.)
"Months after, when I visited his
pretty ancestral home, I found that
grand stone-engraved precept, "Honor
thy father and thy mother, that thy
days may be long upon the land which
the Lord thy God giveth thee," had
been lovingly taught and brought forth
delightful results. I never saw a more
happy home."
"Our City" was fittingly responded to
by ex-Mayor William B. Smith, in his
well-known, agreeable style.
William J. Stewart responded to
"Horticulture" in a very appropriate
speech, setting forth the benefits of the
profession. He complimented the flor-
ists of Philadelphia in honoring one of
their number while he yet lived and
said the best gifts of horticulture was
in the gift of such men as Thomas
Cartledge.
"Floriculture" was responded to in a
few well-chosen remarks by John N.
May, who depicted the florist's life and
the advance in the business, and ended
by saving that those who stick to it
will come out well in the end.
John Westcott responded to "Com-
rades" and spoke briefly of his boyhood
days spent with the guest of the even-
ing: how they had shared the same
bed. kissed the same girls and marched
in the same company in the war; and,
finally, were co-partners in the same
firm.
Robert Kift then sang the following
original song:
The F^lorists' Exchange.
627
The Florist Millionaire.
: "The Man That Broke the Bank at
Le Carlo. "
n Thomas w.ns n little kid away back
.""" ''7,'', r -I- Club like this, no
I'i'h' ' iin'l'-. and his wants
.n.'l. i II I;. '^1 Ilk. u, be a iittle boy
lund the potting shed, and
II so oft declare, with such
it'y'd make a million as a
■hose to be a florist, now he cou
have done much worse,
while it's awfully artistic, thei
little for the purse:
the bump of hope predominatfi
through the wear and tear,
possibly some day there will
millionaire.
suns" to make, no
- s ajar:"
Kid they to build.
The 1
And '
our trusty friend,
idred; may we live
IS be realized, and
The following poem was composed for
the occasion by William K. Harris and
read by him:
TOM AND BILL.
"The noblest work of God"— to make
honest man.
Your ambition was high, in your huml
what I required and nothing to
le wisdom of sage was in early
truth.
BILL.
y years ago, Tom, youth was our
dearest friend:
It power to our humble sports he did
like a thief unnoticed, he did depart,
let age rob us of the joys of our
TOM.
is life. Bill, is but a shadow at its
best,
u-n compared with our future eternal
en spend your life in actions fair to
■ve God, by 'loving your neighbor all
you can.
A-lll smooth the rough hills of life here
be you
from he
passport
re we go.
to hea
|.'il)m
BILL
he frost,
mn green
lie while.
Tom, that covers
then no longer is
,k,. Ihr
April snowflake
in beauty
'all '.if"
death's
all .lldvi
nt white 0
fe's sorro
fear,
in oni- lit
n earth
ws and
then tor-
joys, and
veral le
e presfi
TirX''
:"';'"',i
,m prom-
inability
Among
..] Cooke,
liing from
long time and can guarantee Mm, sin-
gle or double. He will work anywhere
and with care will last many yearri. He
is a good-looker, limbs tolerably sound,
wind only middling, but many people
have too much wind. He is one of the
kind that is kind, willing and true:
kind as the kindest and true as steel.
In Colonel Ingersoll's words, ' I know
him and I like him.' He is as genial as
May and as generous as Autumn. With
best regards for his welfare and the
welfare of all.
All the speeches were followed by
songs, piano and violin solos. In every
way the night was an enjoyable one
and will long be remembered by all
who attended. DAVID RUST.
GOBBESPOHDENCE.
A General Invitation.
I hereby invite any and all seedsmen,
tlorists and specialists in sweet peas to
visit my garden on July 16 to view my
stock. I have one hundred and eight-
een of the flnest varieties, including all
the ISilT ncviltiis. and the advance
work nf III. .liff. I. lit ?r..-.v. r=. An es-
pecial ill- I'll -r ■ . \i ;;!. I I" tile hor-
Pacific Express, leaving New York at
8 P. M. and Philadelphia at 11:20 P. M.
on July 15 will bring you to Altoona for
breakfast, where you change, reaching
here at 8:55 A. M.
I will endeavor to repay all who come
by a sight of some fine novelties and
an exposition of my method of growing
and testing sweet peas.
SAM. A. HAMILTON, Sweet Pea Ex-
pert, Roaring Springs, Pa.
liisiniisr
DANiiURY, Conn.— George F. Judd has
purchased and will continue the business
of F. L. Butler, at 71 Deer Hill avenue.
West Grove, Pa.— Alfred F Conard, S.
Morris Jones, and Antoine Wintzer, all of
this place, and well known to the plant aud
seed trade, have organized a new company,
and obtained a charter under the aws ot
Pennyslvania, for the purpose of carrymg
on a general horticultural business. The
new concern will be known as "The Con-
ard & Jones Company." They have pur-
chased the catalogue business ot Alfred F.
Conard and the greenhouse plant and land
of A.ntolne Wintzer. They will erect a
large range ot new glass Immediately, and
will devote special atte tlon to growing
roses, their new American pedigree cannas,
vnd other leading specialties tor the cata-
logue and wholesale trade.
i-rally I am o|.|..is(d In banquets,
this is an unusual case and I join
in spirit. I have known Thomas a
St. Paul.
The summer dullness in trade has
set in and sales aiv slow. Good stock
is scar. lai.h. .\hile and yellow
roses i:. .nil. .1. in good demand,
with l.ni . :. .1-- ii-j.ly. Most ot the
growHis ill. Fi..^ ...isj planting their
rose h..u.sr-., i.ji iii.vt season's crop.
Bride, Bridesmaid, Perle Wootton and
Meteor will be the leaders, though more
Siebricht are being planted. Several
ot the largest growers are replanting
their old stock of this variety.
Prices for cut flowers are well main-
tained and we hear of nothing selling
for less than $1 per dozen, except a
tew inferior blooms at the market
stands. Carnations, which were back-
ward all winter, are now in their prune
and an abundance of good blooms are
being cut, while Daybreak is the fa-
vorite both with the growers and the
general nublic, there is an inci'eased
demand for Scott, and that fine variety
is destined to even honors with the
Daybreak.
Frequent and abundant showers
have brought outside stock along in
fine shape, though it has been almost
too wet for field carnations and violets.
The New«.
Carlsen & Lauritsen have purchased
the Warrendale Greenhouses, this be-
ing the range which they had leased
the past two years. We wish them
success and are conndciit Ib.-y will til-
tain it. X'KUITAS.
Hot=Bed
Sash
Tenons white-leaded. Corners se-
cured with iron dowel pins. Every
detail of construction perfect.
Made of Clear Cypress Lumber.
Quick Shipments.
ft.xG ft., 3 rows 10 in. glass.
3 in. X Oft., 4 " ,Sin. "
ft. X Oft., 5 " 8 In. "
Not glazed, 1% in. thick.
Delivered Prices
Quoted on application. State size
P quantity wanted. No order
small to receive careful atten-
tion, and none too large for our
' cilities.
LOCKLAND LUMBER Co.,
Lockland, Ohio.
.'%/%/%/^/%^^>^/%/%/%/%/%'^
itine Mention Florists' F:xclian
Stroni plants, from pots, 12 00 per 100;
I 118.00 per 1000. Cash with order.
SAMUEL I BUNTING, Elmwood Ave & 58th St.Phlla.
i When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
WILL EXCHANGE
300 4 inch Bridesmaid Roses for Strong
Smila.i PlHiits.
WAVERLY GREENHOUSES, ■ TUCKAHOE, N. Y.
rsf\t die 100 each of two best scir s, rei
O V/ !• B U 9 ancl200 yellow ; lOOOplants, llu<
andthrlftj, 2Hln. pols, for»10.00: 11.50 per 100.
Mme. 8alleral GcrRniums, $200.
MRS. M. CAVANAUGH. Millers Corners, New York
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
HYDRANGEA OTAKSA
2^ inch pots. 13.00 per 100. Cash with order.
SAMUEL J. BUNTING, Elmwood Ave. & 68th SI. Phila.
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BRIDE AND BRIDESMAID
2H In. pols. no Mildaw. $30 per 1000.
StroiiK plants. Sell at sleht.
THE FLORiL EXCHiNGE,"' U':';.',""' PHILi.
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FERNS! FERNS!!
r Dagger. Kouqiiet Green,
l^l
CHEAP TO CLOSE OUT.
Tliuubergia Uarriaii, strong, 3 inch,
2ft.lon| 0 Of
Plumbago Capensls, Sl^antl a inch... 4 0(
Pomegranate, 4 varieties. 2 feet 6 a(
Smilax, 3 inch 1 0(
Cash with order please, or will exchaoge part ol
abovefor some Kood beiicliinK roses. In which case
seed sample of what you have to offer. Address
COTTAGE RO.SE GARDEN, Columbus, O,
Whr-iiWritinET M.-ntion Florists' RxchtinKo
RnilUARniA White, Pink and Red, single
BUUWHnUIH flowering, 2H inch pots,
$3.00 per 100.
Uini FTS Lady Hume Carapliell. 2!^ inch
V I U LC I O ^o,g^ jo.nu per 100 ; $15.00 per 1000.
AQP&RARII^ PLUMOSUS NANUS, from
HarMnHbUO ^ i„„|, p„,s_ ji,oo per dozen ;
J8.0O per 100. Cash with order pleaie.
R. VINCENT JR. & SON, White Marsii, Md.
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PLLBWDH JPIFLOHII
ASTER^PL.ANTS-^Cho..x^t^c,,iors,^
intended to bloom Sept. and IXt., A i condi-
tion, $i.ooper loo.
JOHN C. EISELE,
20th & Ontario Sis.. PHILADELPHIA, P*.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
tJOOO Brldesmnid, 2'- inch 3c.
•>0O •' 4 inch be.
100 La France. 2' j inch 4c.
tiOOO MARIE LOUISE VIOLETS.SJ in. pots,
ready for 4 in. pots, 3c. Cash with order.
J. R. FREEMAN, 612 13th Street, N. W.,
WASHINGTON, D. C.
W hen Writing Mention Florists Exchange
SMILAX PLANTS
fFl.FHV. fTrnnsnlBiiteil: tlno). White PUimo
ind l.lsnt Paical »2 l/a 1(100. C A V I.I FI.OWKIt
R KILBOURN, - Clinton, N. Y.
I When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Gycas Leaves and Wire Frames,
BASKETS AND SUPPLIES,
FLORISTS' SEEDS AND BULBS,
AUGUST RbLKER & SONS.
NEW YORK.
136 and 138 W. 241hSt. P. 0. Station E.
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Carelully Grown Forcing Slock, 2<-ij in., strong.
The Bride, I
M. de Cliatteneux, jg qO per ICO; $25.00
W. La France, 'f '_ ,.„„
Catherine Mermet, P<» 1™-
Bridesmaid,
Chrs. de Noue, J
Kaiserin, $3.50 per 100; $30.00 per IGCO.
Fine 3 and 3J<; inch stock Bridesmaid and
Bride, $6.00 per lOO.
ACH1I,1,EA, The Pearl, $3.00 per 100.
S'WAITSSONA splendens, only true pink,
J. B. HEISS, 116 So. Main St., Dayton, 0.
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2c. GERANIUMS 2c.
HYDRANGEA OTAKSA MONSTROSA. This
new Hydrangea bearsHowersof immense size;
nice plants from 2"; ii . pots that will make
splendid stock for next season, $3.00 per 100.
Per 100
COLEUS.liost varieties $1 50
UMBRELLA PLANT 2 50
FLOWERING BEGONIAS, good
.a.'isortmcnt 2 50
CARNATIONS, well estahlished potted plants
ill the followinir : Fred Doruer, McOowan,
Mrs. Harrison, Elizabeth Kevnnlds, Portia,
$1. so per ino. Eldorado snd Helen Keller,
$2..=)0 per ion. Ciish with order.
JOHN A. DOYLE, SPRINGFIELD, OHIO.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Valuable Thought.
Ormsby Ventilating System
public that it'has been
Infringed upon.
Imitated and
Therefore take warning, it will
more to purchase the real article
be the cheapest in the end.
cost a little
(Pat., D«c. 10, 1891. 466,oSi.)
E. A. ORMSBY, Melrose, Mass.
When Wrillnc Mention Florists' Exchange
628
The Pl-ORists' Exchange.
Carnation Cuttings
, Alaska
Strong and wall rooted, of the folloni
Bridesmaid, bean Hole, Goldfinch
McGowan, Mme. Albertini, Meteor, Peachblow,
Rose Queen, Silver Spray, Wm. Scott, Uncle
PRIMULAS, 2M inch, $2.00 per 100.
Send for list and prices on large lots.
Logan kit. Greenhouses, - Danville, III.
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h
I
«'V%«^%«^%/%'%^^%^%/%%1
ARNATIONS |
F. DORNER & SONS CO., ^
La Fayette, Ind. 0
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FINEST STOCK OF FIELD GROWN
CARNATIONS
mate is unsurpassed for their successful
GEril&NCOGK I SON, Grand Haven, Mich.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Harrison's White
CARNATION.
New Carnation, sport from Win. Scott.
JOHN HARRISON,
739 Bergen Ave., Jersey City, N. J.
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VIOLETS ^MuTo
Lady Campbell
JOSEPH RENARD, Unionville, "-ct" Pa.
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J EDW. J. TAYLOR, i
i Wholesale 1
I Carnation Grower, t
♦ SOUTHPORT, CONN. ♦
♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦
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IVIORELLO
The New Scarlet.
From soil.
Kapids, lUlcb.
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A 3MISXAK.E,
to delay your orders for
MINNIE COOK.
Price should be $3.00 per lOO; $36.00 per 1000.
MEADOW VIEW GREENHOUSES,
J QRALLERT & CO. |
{carnation GROWERSf
I COLMA,«*'«S\,V''" CAL. j
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Thanks.
Yellow Marguerite all sold that are rootec
Thanks to the Exchange. HENEY NEENEE.
Oouyorn«ar, N. T., Feb. 3, 1897.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
we^uffer gtroiiir healthy plants from 2 and 3k
Mode»to-Averv intense yellow, which xve found
reliable for single slem up to niiddle of July plant-
GeoV^ana Pllcher-A splendid yellow variety
well as Bonnbflon. Sure to please. »;).00 per 100
B, W. Rieman-A leader amonit late yellows.
XHEO. F. BECKERT,
"TSlls'^h^el=S'pitts.nr«. Pa. GLEHF.ELD. PA.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
Twenty-flve best varieties for cut flow-
ers: Pink, White and Yellow, at $3.00 per
100; $15.00 per 1000; my selection, from
R.H.MURPHEY,Urbana,Ohio.
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CARNATIONS ALL SOLD.
SEND FOR LIST OF
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
If not already received.
H. WEBER & SONS,
p. O. Ba< 67, OAKLAND, Md.
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CHRYSANTHEMUMS
Rooted Cuttings all sold out but the
following from Specially Grown Stock.
Glory of the Pacific, Marion Henderson, $2.00
JOHX I^AIVG, Cbicago, Ills.
Corner Melrose and Kobey Sts,
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CHRYSANTHEMUMS!
2'A in. pots, S3.00 per 100.
Wldener,
Mrs. H. H. Battles,
Vivland-Morel,
Maud Uean,
Mrs. J. Jonea,
Pride of Castlewood,
Nemesis,
Rooted Cuttings of thi
per 100.
EVENDEN BROS.,
When Writing I
Blme. F. Bergmann,
Major BonnaffoD,
Merry Monarch,
Willlamsport, Pa.
1 Florists' Exchange
FOR BENCHUVC
Horyof Pacific, lady Fitzwygram, Au-
tumn Bride, Wro. Simpson. $4.00 per lOO.
larlon Henderson, Marquis de Mont-
mort. Yellow Queen, Geo. W. Cliilds.
Mme. Felix Perrin, Mutual Friend, Pink
Ivory, Lady Playfalr, Georgienne Bram-
hall, E. Dailledonze, Helen Bloodgood,
Mrs. Jerome Jones, $3.00 per 100.
Deduct 60c. per 100 on orders of 350 plants or
UOMPLETE LINE OF NOVELTIES FOR '97
CARNATION ROOTED CUTTINGS ALL SOLD.
1. pots; Strong- plants. $2.50 per 1
CHRYSANTHEMUM^^
rv Robinson, Merry Monarch, Wa
, "Bonnallon, Mrs. Jerome Jones, Ivory, Philadelphii
itcher, Marie Louise, Ezeta, The Queen, Pres. W. F
inilda, Eda Prass, Yellow Queen, and others.
t, Marion Henderson, Mrs
V. Morel, J. E. Lager, Lin
lend, John Shrimpton, Mis
iS M. M. Johnson, Whilldin
Send list of \
i for lowest cash price.
NATHAN SMITHS SON, Adrian, Mich.
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HYDRANGEA OTAKSA, nice plants, $^.50 per .00. Cash with order, please.
JOHN HAGKETT & CO., 62d St., near Elmwood Ave., PHILADELPHIA, PA.
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BOSES.
Ventilation.
When we have finished planting it is
then that rose growing commences in
real earnest. To be on time and watch
the proper requirements of our plants
constantly will not only repay us now,
but liliewise in the future.
When visiting florists who have had
rather poor success in growing roses, I
am under the impression one of the
chief causes of their trouble is improper
ventilation. I believe I am right in
saying that ventilation is not as thor-
oughly understood as it should be by
many and that more err on the side of
not giving enough than too much It
should be borne in mind that although
a i-ose grown under glass needb tli
most careful and painstalting ti 1
ment, still that should not be con«tiii
into meaning coddling. Knowledge
perience and courage are three thni^
that we must possess to ventilate picj
eriy. In visiting different establish
ments I notice quite a number of grow
ers close up their houses at quittmg
time, no matter what the state of the
weather is, while others, if it be warm
but cloudy, with a little breeze blow
ing, will either close ventilators up
tight or have such a small particle of
air on, that the atmosphere inside be
comes too humid. I have aslced quite
a number why they don't use moie air
and was invariably told that they are
afraid to. What there is to be feaied
from the warm, summer air is a con
undrum to me.
It may be well for me to mention
here that it is very possible (in fact, I
have seen it done) to produce a very
pretty-iooliing house of roses during
summer by lieeping the plants rather
close and shady, liliewise by using a
mulching of manure; but they most
generally cut a very sorry figure when
the sun begins to lose its power in the
fall. The leaves fall and the plants be-
come so sickly that they are an easy
prey to various fungus diseases, conse-
quently what few fiowers are cut are
very inferior in size, texture and color.
While others that have been brought
up with an iron-clad (if I may term it)
constitution as soon as more artificial
means are brought into play in the fall,
instead of going backward, quickly re-
spond to these means, and an improve-
ment on nature then commences. Every
successful grower fully realizes the
vast importance at this time of the
year of storing up vitality in his plants
to tide them over the bad days of early
winter.
I am a great advocate of lots of fresh
air and a circulation through the plants
at all times. As stated before, there
are still some who don't seem to grasp
its great virtue. During the warm sum-
mer time I keep all the air on possible,
uiKht and day, reducing only when
rain, wind and thunderstorms occur,
according to the severity of these; also
in sudden cooler changes in the atmos-
phere. I do not know of any other
plant that is more susceptible to sud-
den changes of temperature, or, in fact,
checks of any kind, than the rose;
hence the necessity of constant atten-
tion. It sometimes happens a storm
comes up in the night during our hot-
test weather, then the sooner we close
up for the time being the better. As
far as wind blowing directly on the
plants is concerned, I don't like it, if it
causes a draught or strong, dry-air
current; still, I like to see a breeze
gently waving the bushes to and fro.
Now, I would not advise, where plants
have been kept close and properly
shaded, to give them the treatment I
advocate right away; better gradually
accustom them to it by giving a little
more air each day and partly removing
the shading, until in about three weeks'
time clean glass is reached.
It is a mistake for us to go by date
or season as regards heating, ventilat-
ing and watering. To go by outside
conditions day by day, as they occur,
is proper; at least, I have always found
This season has been a very remark-
able one in this section — almost con-
tinual northwest winds, accompanied
by cold nights, the thermometer often
going down as low as 45 degi-ees. This
has not only necessitated reducing our
air to about two inches, but firing also
has had to be done.
It is no uncommon thing to hear some
say that they either cannot afford, or
it is too expensive to give a little gentle
heat to roses during summer when
needed. For the little extra outlay and
the great benefit derived therefrom my
conclusion is that people w ith no larger
ng poweis can make but a very
1
^ SanthemumI
Preparing for Tying
Betoic the Hants en the 1 nth s be-
gin to gio« much It IS a gocd plan to
fix the lower wiies tj which to tie the
plants I run my wire iengthwi>^e.
about four to six inches above the
ground, and fastened to some stiff end
pieces. For these I use two uprights,
well braced, about five feet in height,
between them I use cross-iiieces, one
tour inches above the ground and one
piece about three and one-half feet
from the ground; two by three inches
will answer for a seventy-flve-foot
house; but where the houses are
longer the pieces can be two by four
inches, to make them stiff enough to
get your wires in straight. After these
end frames or pieces are put up the
stretching of the wire is very easy work.
I use for the length wire No. 14, galvan-
ized, as it has only to hold the upright
stakes in place. The upper wires can
be left out yet, to be put in whenever
we begin to tie up the plants, which
will be a little later. Of course, this
framework is only put in place for cen-
tre benches. The side lienches do not
need two wires to hold the upright
The Black Apkli.
I see that our old pest, the black
aphis, is showing itself and ought to
be combated at once. I put a liberal
quantity of tobacco stems under the
benches and sprinkle them every few-
days. That will cause the fumes to
permeate the atmosphere of the house
and be quite sufficient to make that
pest leave in short order.
Some fiorists put the tobacco stems
down on the walk, but that is not al-
ways best. In a retail place customers
go through the houses daily; liesides all
the dirt during the season is left with
the stems in the walks, and for cleanli-
ness is not to be recommended.
If the plants on the benches begin to
show that they have well taken hold,
and get up to about one foot in heiglit,
you can break the tops out, so that you
get two or three leaders. When grow-
ing for show purposes, I would not ad-
vise this, but to grow to a single stem
and flower, which will give the best
results. If, however, the blooms are to
be used for cut flowers, the growing of
two to three flowers to a plant will be
found serviceable. THBO. BOCK.
Washington.
A tioTeroment Competition.
The norists of this city have met with
considerable competition from the In-
dustrial Home School greenhouses on
Tennallytown road, the managers of
which rent a stall in the market for the
sale of flowers. The latest report of
the Home shows that the greenhouse
venture is a losing one. The receipts
for a year are given as $1,159.26 and the
total expenditures $1,161.26, without
taking into account heating,'repairs to
houses, etc. A local paper figures up
that, all things considered, the institu-
tion is "a flat expense to the Govern-
ment of $1,000," and comments on the
competition in the following manner;
"The regular florists as a rule are
tax-payers, law-abiding citizens, and
business men of integrity, but they are
unable to enter into open competition
with the Government, which takes
their tax money to build greenhouses
and pay the expenses of florists and
laborers, who stand on the public
market and cry their wares at any fig-
ure an anxious public is willing to pay.
"If it is found necessary to raise flow-
ers at the Industrial Home School or
other reformatory institutions, let them
be raised for free distribution among
the hospitals and other charitable in-
stitutions which now tax the regular
dealers by frequent requests that can-
not consistently be turned down.
"In a recent interview Mr. N. Studer
said he was not opposed to instructing
the boys in horticulture, but was op-
posed to their open competition with
regular dealers, who frequently find it
difficult to make both ends meet with-
out ruinous competition from men or
boys supported at government ex-
pense."
ROSES.
Cash with order.
JOHN A. DOYLE, - Springfield, Ohio.
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Thb F=i-orists* Exchhngb.
R05E5 FOR FORCING
Clean, Healthy Stock, from 2H and 3 Inch pots.
629
2Xin. 3 in.
per 100 per 100
Perle des Jardins . . $3.50 $5.00
Madame C. Testout . 4.00
Augusta Victoria . . 3.50 5.00
Madame Hoste ... 5.00
2Hin. 3 in.
per 100 per 100
American Beauty . . $6.00 $8.00
The Bride .• 3.50 5.00
Bridesmaid 3.50 5.00
Sunset 3.50
ORDER NOW.
ROBERT SCOTT & SON, 19th I Catharine Sts., Philadelphia, Pa.
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40,000 FIRST QUALITY FORCING ROSES
F'uUy equal t
WOOTTON,
those sent out tlie last four years, ftr8t.class and perfectly healthy in every respect.
Only selected growth from Howerine shoots used in propagating.
I,A FKANCE. AMERICAN BEAUTY, BELLE SIEBMECHT,
3 Inch pots, $8.00 per 100. 4 im-h pots, 812.00 per 100.
KAISERIN A. v., SIINSET,_ BON SILENE, MERNET,
GONTIER,
I ME. HOSTE,
HERLE, NIPHETOfS,
BRII>E!!lMAID, SAFRANO.
Mention this paper. J. I... IDII-.I-.03Sr. Bl00irLSt>\3.rg, Fa.
PHILADELPHIA ROSES
Strictly first-class, clean stock, in 3 inch pots.
. . . Beauty, Meteor, Bride, Bridesmaid . . .
MYERS & SAMTMAN, Wyndmoor, Chsstniit Hill, Phila., Pa.
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Sterling American Novelty, the
WHITE COGHET
1 Cochet,
pink out-of-
door rose. It has all the good qualities
of its parent; Its color is pure white in
Winter, outside petals slightly tinged in
Summer; and no doubt it will prove the
best white out-of-door rose up to date.
Price, per dozen, from 3 inch, $4.00.
'• 100. " 3 " 20.00.
All Orders Must to Accompanied Mtb Cash.
J. COOK "%?SSe"t"" Baltimore, Md.
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SURPLUS
50,000
Extra
Fine.
sg,OQO BRIDE iND BRIDESMAID! 50,000
Fri.m 2Vi incb pots $2 50 per 100; $20.00 per lOaO
From 31/3 inch pots $4.00 per 100; $35.00 per 1000
Fine larg.- 31/. inch GERAI>iIVraS, ready for 1 inch Ji.OO per 100
Limited amount of oontler luul Nlplietos. 2« in. pots, at. $3.00 per 100. Strong young
SHIL AX PI, ANXS, $1.50 per KHJ. CUT SMILAX, 12 cents per string.
THE NATIONAL PLANT CO., Dayton, Ohio.
TERMS CASH.
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ROSES
Brld«, Bridesmaid'
Mermet, U on tier,
Perle, Wootton, etc.,
in 4 inch pots, all flrst-
ass sti
$10.00 per 100; J45.0O per 500; $80.00 per lOOO.
CEORCZ L. PARKER,
807 Washington Street, Dorchester, Mass.
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FOR SAI.E.
300 BRIDESMAID ROSES
F. E. PALMER, Brookline, Mass.
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ROSES, GERANIUMS, COLEUS.
Carnations all planted out and sold; will have
flnestock of tleld plants in the Fall.
Strong 3 inch plants of Bride and Brides-
maid Roses, ready to plant. |4.0I) per lUU.
Geranianm. 2 In. pot«. $2 00 per 100; 3 id. potp,
HOD per 100. AUeroantheraM, red and yellow.
2 in. pots. $i.00 per 100. ColeuH. no mealy bujr. Ver-
Bchaffeltll and (iolderi Bedder. rooted cuttloBs. 75c.
per 100, 2 in. pots. $2-00 per 100. Cash or satisfactory
reference.
CEO. M. EMMANS, Newton, N. J.
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BHimillli MSES
Nice, Young Slock, From 3 Inch Pols.
BRIDE and BRIDESMAID,
$3.00 Per 100.
Cd-ih with nrder, or will trade for Bmall Palms,
DIVID CLIFFE, """iti:.::":',"'"" PHILi., Pi,
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ROSES.
Nice healthy plants. Bride and Bridesmaid,
from -i'A in. pots, $3 50 per 100 ; $20 00 per 1000.
Sin. pots, $3.00 per 100; $2.5.00 per lOlH). We have
the largest stock of the New Kose While M.
Niel in this country. Cash with order.
OEVOEGHTSDEWILDE, Wilmington, Del
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FOR SALE, SURPLUS stock of
r> ^\ O t O Perle. Bride, Bridesmaid,
K U O b S> $2 00 to S3 00 per 100.
PANSY^ SEED ^^^V,
LOOK HERE
TUe follOfflnB plants are In Al condition.
KOSES, out of 2 In. pots. Bridesmaid and Bride,
$2 50perl00; »2000perlOOO; Meteor, »3 00 perlOO;
[>Iarie l.ouUe Violets, rooted runners. 50c.
per 100 ; »5 00 per 1000. Terms Cash or C. O. D.
C. MERKEL & SON, Mentor, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
NEW YORK.
Will have to offer for season of 1897-'98,
a choice assortment of ... .
Field Grown Roses, new and old varieties
Clematis, OrDamental Shrubs, and Trees,
Frtiit Trees
Small Fruit Plants.
Price List ready in July. Write for it,
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SURPLUS STOCK.
l€ia, 3 in., $6.00 per 100.
Perles, Itrldes, Bridesmaids. 2J4 in., $4.00
per 100.
Extra fine stock. Cash with order or C. O. D.
GEO. E. FANCOURT, Wilkes-Barre, Pa,
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Fill.© HealtiLy StiOo3K: of
Bnies, lams, . .
. . Peiles, meieois,
From 2J-4 inch pota, ready for shiftio^, $4.00
per hundred.
JOHN HENDERSON CO.
Flushing, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ROSES
OOOD STOCK.
RITBBKRS, 18 I
RUXTON FLORiL I NUASERY CO.. "vr
Rose and oarnaiioiiGrowefS
]ilatiii^ purchasing, or using a venti
lating system thai appears like n
has any features of
THE ORMSBY VENTILATING SYSTEM?
II' s(i s^o slow, lie very careful, cdhsuIi
you.- lawyor.
You ,aio on dangorous (,'iouiul.
The Onnsliy is patouted and will bo
prolecteii. A word to the wise Is siilTi-
I'ieul. Patent Dec. 'ill, 'Kl.— 4(!(i.0Sl.
E. A. ORMSBY, Melrose, Mass.
Catti. niermet $2.50 $20.00
Bridesmaid 2.50 20.00
Perle des Jardins 4 00 35.00
lanie. Jos. Scli'n-artz 2.60
(iolden Gate 2.50
Jeanne Gulllaiuez 2.60
Climbing Perle 4.00
Elisa Fuller 2.,50
Cornelia Cook 2.50
rame. Etienne 2.50
Bou^fere 3.50
Aerlpplna 2.60
Niels-io.ooo-Kilels 2.50 20.00
Clolre de Dijon 2.50 30.00
Solfaterre 2.50
Lamarque 2.50
Fortune's Vellotv 2.50
BEGOISIA REX, in assortment, good
plantB, tM in., per 100. $a.6(i; 3 in. plants, per 100,
$5.00; 4 in. plants, per 100, $8.00.
MOSS ROSES.
Mousseline, Heuri Martin, James Veltch,
Capt. Kasroger, lilanche double Laneli
Moss, Mme. Rochelambert, Glory of
Moft«es, Alice Leroy, Prolific or Gracilis,
»,3.00 per 100.
POLYANTHA ROSES.
Mile. Cecil Brunner, George Pernet,
Perle d'Or, Mignonette, S3. 00 per 100.
NANZ & NEUNER
LOUISVILLE, KY.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ROSES
American Beauty, .3 Inch pots per 100. »I0 00
Brifienniald, Hrlde, Perle,
ftleleor, B.,n l^ilene, Watleyllle.
Prtoe f^ruS^JM Inch'polTt' 00 per lOg ; JlOjiop'er 1000
3 ■• »00 •• 70.00 •■
Ever-bloomInK and Polyantlia. in bud and
bloom, from 'i.i In. pots. »:).00 per 100; $26.00
"chrysanthemums.
[for Varieties and Prices, see April 21tb Istne.
When Wr
John While, Tarlenatcd toilBKO .ICO
SouT. de AutoineCrozr ...... 2 00
Florence Vnuchnn, I'bas. Ileiider-
•oii. Pani ItlnrqunDt. Thoa. 8.
Ware, J .D. Oabo., Doy an J . Sl»ley,
and several other varieties 5 0
MISCELLANEOUS PLANTS.
CarniitionB, from 4 In. pots. One stock 13 0
Coieu., leadiufj sorts, 2!^in. pots 2 0
Geraniums, double and siniile. 4 in. pots.... BO
" v'"llneTarle't 5^ " "■' I "
Heliotrope, from ;j In. pota 60
•• ■• 2V< " 2 0
llydrangea (dakaa, 6 in. bushy 26 C
New Trade l.l.t on Appllcallon.
WOOD BROS., Fishklll, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
630
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Contents.
Carnations
Cartledoe Dancjoet, The
Catalogues Received
Changes in Business
Te«ts at Cornell .'..'..'.
Orchid Establishment, A New
Question Box
Kegistered Letter Law . , . .
Roses
Seed Trade Report
Tariff Changes
Trade Notes :
St, Paul
Washington
New York
Baltimore, Boston, Cinciuiiaii, Ckve-
land, Philadelphia, Springfield .
Anderson, Ind., Pateraon, N, J., Koch-
ester, N. Y
Chicago, Toronto
Floral Park, N. Y,, Pittsburg
Providence •
For the Busy Man.
onvention news see page 03(1 of this
The black flea is damaging the Europeai
seed crops to a very alarming extent.
The Chicago Horticultural Society is con
sidering the proposition to hold its Fall shov
at the Coliseum, in conjunction wit li the Illinoi
State Fair Board.
CATALOGUES RECEIVED.
Horace Rimby, Collegeville, Pa.— Price list
of Greenhouse, Bedding and Vegetable Plants
Jackson & Perkins Co., Newark, New
York,— Price list of Cumberland black cap
raspberry, new.
PETER HENDERSON & CO., New York,— Mid-
summer Catalogue for Summer Planting.
H. a. Berger & Co., 220 Broadway, New
A. Ormsby, :Melrose, Mass. - Pamphle
ive to the Orinsby Ventilating Systen
ins a list of parties who are using an
rse the system.
in L.^ing & SON, Forest Hill, London-
Bng.-Desoriptive Catalogue of Tubei
Begonias: Special Catalogues of Calad:
Convention Souvenir Program.
The Florists and Gardeners' Club of
Rhode Island is havingr prepared a
Souvenir Pfogramme, which will con-
tain the official programme of the con-
vention, together with lists "of all the
officers and committees of both the
national and local associations, with
cuts of officers and prominent florists
of the United States," It is also in-
tended to include in this souvenir a
number of illustrations of points of in-
terest in Providence and vicinity, to-
gether with reading matter descriptive
of same. The book will, it is said, com-
prise 1:;8 pages, and will be handsomely
bound; at least one copy is to be mailed
to each member of the society: the bal-
ance will be sent to florists, gardeners
and seedsmen throughout the country,
with a request to retain the book as a
memento of the convention.
The promoters are soliciting adver-
tisements for this souvenir programme.
Those interested should write to S,
Aylesworth, 97 Dyer Street, Providence,
R, I,, for information as to rates, etc.
Tariff Changes.
This week the Senate endorsed the
Finance Committee's recommendation to
change the duty on seeds of all kinds not
otherwise provided for from 40 (as in the
House Bill) to 25 per cent, ad valorem; also
to make the duty on beans 40c, Instead of
,50c, per bu-shel of HO pounds, (as in the
House Bill).
Paragraph Ii2.s, covering seeds on the free
list, was modified to omit beet, radish and
.spinach seeds, and sugar beet seed was re-
stored to the free list.
Registered Letter Law.
The law with regard to registered letters,
which was passed by Congress a year ago,
became operative on July 1, Under the old
law the government assumed no responsi
bility for letters that were lost, but under
the new law it is responsible for registered
letters up to .?I0,
Chrysi
anthemum Tests at Cor-
nell.
Bulletin 136, May, mil, of the Cornell
University Agricultural E.\periment
Station, Horticultural Division, is devoted
to the subject of chrysanthemums. It
contains the results of the variety tests of
1S96, The following kinds are classified as
good varieties :
Whites,— Lenawee, Lady Esther Smith,
Infatuation, Yanoma, Gretchen Buettner,
Robert F, Hibson, Mrs, W, P. Raynor,
Autumn Bride, and Mrs. R. Crawford.
Pinks.— Mme. Felix Perrin, Mrs. Perrin
(in regard to this variety, the Bulletin
states "color and form were not distin-
guishable from the Mme, Feli,K Perrin ;
a few days later was the only difference
with us/; Wm, Simpson, Rosy Empera-
trice and Sibyl Kaye,
Yellows — Duchess of York, and
Modesto.
Other Colors.— Pluto, red, reverse yel-
low-;ButI Globe; Helen Owen, youngest
rays tightly whorled and showing the sul-
phur reverse ; face of rays chiefly brownish
flesh and yellow; Violescent ; Oriental
Glory, white, the whorled inner rays
suffused with delicate crimson-pink which
fades as the flower becomes older, and
Western Pride, cardinal, reverse greenish
yellow.
Hairy.— Midnight; noted because it is
an odd color in its class, and Mrs. C. B.
Freeman, jellow.
From the foregoing the writers of the
bulletin (Professor L, H, Bailey and
Wilhelm Miller) select the following for
special purposes :
General collection of ten for commercial
purposes— Lenawee, Lady Esther Smith,
Infatuation, Mme, Perrin, Pluto, Modesto,
Duchess of York, Yanoma, Violescent,
Gretchen Buettner,
Six- varieties for exhibition— Lenawee
Lady Esther Smith, Mme Perrin, Pluto
Modesto, To complete the set Mr. Hunn
and Mr, Hasselbring (a practical florist)
would choose Violescent; Mr, Miller would
choose Oriental Glory,
Six varieties for pot plants— Lenawee
Mme, Perrin, Pluto, Modesto, Duchess of
Y'ork, Yanoma,
Amateur's list of six— Oriental Glory,
Duchess of York, Mrs, C, B. Freeman, Buff
Globe, Gretchen Buettner, To complete
the set Mr, Hunn and Mr, Hasselbring
would choose Helen Owen; Mr, Miller
would choose Western Pride.
In the following list is named what are
called "promising varieties." It contains
varieties of all degrees of merit, and
especially those which by reason of lateness
of arrival fe, g. the English), or poor quality
of stock, did not have fair play this season:
Alps, F, Ashmead, Admiral Avellan, '
Bonnie Dundee, Emil Buettner, Dancing
Maid, W, S, Devis, Mrs, W, C. Egan, Em-
erald Gem, Mrs. J. W, Godfrey. Green
Emerald, Invincible, Admiral Ito, Kahma,
Edwin A, Kimball, Miss L, Magee, J, W,
McHattie, Walter Owen, Lady Ridgeway,
Gen, Roberts, Taiwan, Triomphe de St.
Laurent, Western King and Miss Helen
Wright,
The following list is termed " unpopular
varieties (the Ctiinesc type)," and the bulle-
tin states the varieties, Charles H. Curtis
and Signal Light were the best of the
novelties m this now unpopular class.
These varieties are good of their type, but
the Chinese or ball-form class is in such
little favor that it seems almost necessary
to put these varieties in the unpromising
list. All the rest of our Chinese sorts of
the year were much below the average of
what we have formerly seen, Betty Bock,
Columbine, Chas. H. Curtis, George Haigh,
Mrs, T, D, Hatfield, Mrs, R, C. Kingston,
.Mongolian Prince, and Signal Light,
Under the heading of "less promising
varieties" are given "those novelties in
which we seem to detect essentials that are
likely to disqualify them permanently; the
judgments are formed," saj-s the Bulletin,
'■' solely upon the behavior of the plants at
Cornell in 1S9B. How to treat the great
number of sorts that are no improvement
on old and established kinds but apparently
just as good, is a perennial puzzle, (I am
not speaking of those that are identical,
but of those that are so similar as to be
horticulturally synonymous). Our rule is
to offer them as equivalents or substitutes
whenever their merits are urgent, and dis-
card the rest. Fine flowers do not make
fine varieties. We know how the old
plants respond to cultural conditions, but
what of the new ?
"Varieties and fashions are proverbially
ephemeral and our judgments can hardly
be as ruthless as those of Time himself—
the Prince of novelty testers. Probably
not ten of these hundred new things will
be alive in another decade,
"The amateur, who loves everything that
grows, feels no failures. To the florist, dis-
appointment means dollars. What does
the lover of plants care for shipping quali-
ties or the lastingness of cut flowers!' The
en'husiast's standards do not know- the ox-
idizing touch of trade,
" To the introducer and to the florist, we
merely report that the varieties named be-
low seemed failures to us for reasons that
we will gladly communicate privately, just
as we are glad to furnish an account of the
behavior of any collection of numbered
seedlings, which may be sent us. No variety
has been dropped for any one rea.son, ancl
particularly not for misbehavior during
one season, for such failure is sometimes a
matter of variety and sometimes a matter
of individual plants, Alonzo, Amaranth,
Reine d'Angleterre, Antoinette, Mrs, H, H,
Battles, J, Biddencope, Gov, Budd, Clar-
ence, Consuelo, Miss Agnes L, Dalskov,
Edible, Glory of the Pacific, Golden Har-
vest, Great Port, Headlight, Henry Hurrell,
M, H, ,1. Jones, J. R. Keim, Miss M, Lear,
Ijibertv, Adelaide Loomis, Louise, Mars,
Gov. Matthews, Paul L, Miller, Nanshon,
New York, Marshall Oyama, Mrs J, Pea-
body, Cecil Pratt, Rena Dula, Rinaldo,
Snow Field, Souvenir de Petite Amie, Con-
stance Terrell, Tippecanoe, Violet King,
Jessie Whitcombe, and White Swan,
The Bulletin further states Bellem was
not true to description. Advertised pink.
Was primrose-yellow:
" Mrs, Emil Buettner, Not true:
"Ruth Ellis, Not true. Advertised as
blush white; was a faint yellow, fading
much more than Philadelphia:
"Mrs. Harry Toler, Advertised as flesh
white, but Robert F, Hibson was more
completely double:
Yellow Plume, Was pink with us,"
Regarding Chinese varieties, we were not
hitherto aware that they should be classed
as " unpopular " sorts; the tendency, last
year, was that these kinds were returning
to popular favor, and trade growers were
benefited in consequence.
As to those varieties that are classified as
" less promising." there are some that, to
our mind, deserve a more fitting place.
For example. Glory of the Pacific and Pink
Ivory, when well grown, are very desirable
as market varieties, and have obtained the
highest price in their color, Henry Hur-
rell is considered by experienced growers
to be one of the best yellow chrvsanthe-
mums in existence; its excellent build
making it a splendid shipper. The color is
charming, and the variety is being exten-
sively grown by chrysanthemum specialists
around New York City, Liberty is also an
excellent late yellow.
In the bulletin is pictured two separate
blooms of one variety— Miss Magee— to
show " the best that can be done with poor
stock " ; and " what can be done with good
stock," for, the writer of the bulletin adds,
"the name is nothing; the quality of the
plant is everything,"
Such a comparison, however, is a little
misleading. The science in chrysanthe-
mum growing is in knowing when and
what bud to take. It is a well-known fact
that many varieties from the crown bud
useless, especially those with abundant
petalage.
themselves without artificial dr
The variety in question being ranked
among the latter, it is obviously unfair to
show one -of these early Summer buds
without an explanation, and to state that
it has been grown from poor stock, the
stock having but little to do with the
matter, as imperfect and badly formed
flowers are as apt to develop on strong,
robust plants when taken from the crown
or early Summer buds, as they are when
the stock is weak, possibly more so. The
pictures in question clearly convey this, for
on page 84 we see a terminal i ud, evidently
taken from a weak plant, making a well-
formed and perfect bloom; and it is pitted
New York.
Wholesale Harket.
Most kinds of stock have been more
abundant during the week, and prices ob-
tained for much of it will barely cover the
express charges. Sweet peas have dropped
considerably in value, and at times, this
week, were difficult to move at :JOc, per 100
bunches, even for the highest grade. The
supply of peas is simply enormous, and the
quality, generally spe.iking, has never be-
fore been equ:iled.
Carnations still remain in fine condition,
but the sa es are decreasing and the price
falling lower and lower, ,50c, per 100 has be-
come a prevailing top figure; 75o, being
only realized at rare intervals,
Lilium Harrisii, from frames and the
open ground, is now very plentiful, and
sells slowly ; ^ per 100 was the asking
figure, but more often $2 and even less
was taken, L, auratum is also in, in lim-
ited quantities; 4c. each was obtained forit.
Iris (.lapanese) is now abundant, as also
is gladiolus,
Purdy & Blauvelt received on Thursday
a fine lot of .lacq, roses from Newport,
R, I,
Retail Trade.
This branch of the business is now
practically at a standstill, as far as the
doing but little trade, and make no window
display. Many smaller stores up town
and iii the side streets, we notice, have'
gone into the soda water fountain business.
G, M, Stumpp had the J, J, O'Donohue
funeral on Monday; large quantities of
flowers were used (more~ than have been
seen at a funeral in a long time), in the
bouse and in St, Patrick's Cathedral,
Tree ferns and other large plants were
Ireely utilized in the latter place, a fine
iffect was obtained by two Dicksonias
lieing banked around by lilies. The floral
I lieces made by Mr. Stumpp and other firms,
\,-ho had outside orders, were largely com-
1 losed of sweet peas— mauve, Iilac,and white
'fere the three colors mostly used. One
■i.-reath of lilac and mauve was most effec-
W, W. Burnham is now in full charge
( f the floral and plant department at
Bloomingdale's. Mr, Burnham is making
( laborate preparations for the plant trade
in the Fall,
Miss Edith Purdy, sister to J, Purdy,
was married to F, Knapp at Sing Sing, the
home of her brother, Wednesday, June 33,
Thomas Garrett, late of the firm < f Gar-
rett & Rose, Jersey City, sailed for Eng-
land, on Wednesday, on the S. S, Paris.
The trip is taken in order to gain rest and
health,
John McQuaid, Englewood, N. J , sails
to-day on S, S. City of Rome, for Scr.tland,
W, a. Wilkinson, 231 Water St,, is now
representing John A. ScoUay and the Chad-
born Kennedy Mfg. Co,, and has on exhi-
bition at the above address several of
SooUay's manufactures, also a Chadboru
automatic venilator connected with sash in
working order,
Portchester, N. Y.
A society was properly organized here on
.Saturday last, and will be known as the
Portchester and District Horticultural So-
ciety. The officers are : W, Smith, Port-
chester, president; W, H, Harvey, Rye,
vice-president; J, Marshall, Purchase,N,\'.,
treasurer ; A, Grierson, Rye, N. Y,, sec-
retary. It was decided to hold a chrys-
anthemum show here in the fall, and to
this end about $500 has been promised by
prominent people in the district.
July 3. i397-
Thb F=i-orists' Exchange.
631
Boston.
lual Ladies Night
In the
Piesi
t jduced
It 1 he e t 1 1 It LOnsiht
raandohn and vocal sol -> by
Jackson Dawson aitistic
1 dances by Miss Reed beauti
ml V lendeied piano solos h\ Miss
uuiin and Mi Lawrence Tuiley in
his inm ital le lecitations Aftei the
entei taininent a collation was seivtd
and the 1 ilance of the evening was
spent in =i c al intercom se
The comm ttee having chaigt f tl
Cincinnati.
occasion deseiA
t )i piov ding su h a
and their eff its me
leal jf
■lal
h h
club should be atten 1
numbei of the fiatetnit
sent an oppoitunitj fo
and then v\ u es t n ee
enj yal le evening an J
. Successful Exhibition
The exhibition of the Massachu
phiniums v\ei
second. N. T. K; 1 1 i
( 1 -1 tor dis-
play of herl.a i
Converse receive, 1 a
sraUuty for six
plants of Begonia er
^cta multillora.
Springfield, Mass.
capi
l.uilding an addition tu
, ai Mies, doubling their
, .]• v.jling the space to
lild an
1 to
F. M. A I, lei
his carnation house.
Mark Aitken has returned from his
wedding trip and is found at business.
TlieSwert I'fu IMie.
be held July -■ " '" "<^ ^'^'V
large. From i i. is sweet
peas are rep.iii. ,i :is .liim -xeeedingly
well this season.
C. R. Miller has closed his tent sale
and says the plant season was short
and not very active. Apparently fewer
plants are being used than in former
years. ^^ ,
Professor L. O. Howard, of Wash-
ington, D. C, gave us a talk recently
This I n> I- li"" ■! ''■" "^ "'i" ""'■'- ■""'
that i-ii;, .iLiUi"! tl I. - M,,!!...' ,ii.|'i"i'i la-
tions early, that those who have the
work in hand can work when it is most
important.
Florist Gale is doing jury duty at the
Superior Court.
J. M. Ross, an attorney, committed
suicide one day last week. Mr. Ross
had, among many other cases, that of
the M. F. Gale estate, which has been
delayed tor nearly four years. A new
assignee will now be appointed aiel
matters closed dp.
ess IS not e:ood vvc
;all It bad Pnce cuts a
and even good st ck nov\
1 mean by that that we
It this stage ot the game
and the i iice \ hich fiist class
: al undan
f
ible
ch IS now top notch Othei
1 1 U sweet peas
15 cents can
unch valley 4
5 cents each
ents nei 100
t 10 cents to 1 i
the waim spell
btock especiilly lo
tie m coloi
w bioken and
; gaming a lit
■ionliiig Blm
About all you hear among the floi
ists novN IS Aie you going to the pi
Mignonette sells i
per 100 spikes.
and sell at 5c pel
Fire bi oke out m J M c a
establishment located at Ro 1 i it
nh al ut raidn ght Sunday last i 1
1 1 Ily destioyed five houses le ilt
erious loss rf stock totally de
a house of adiantum an 1 the
house and its entiie contents
=- a loss on oichids alone ot
the total loss amounting to be
t 1 $ fOO and $6 000 1 he cause ot
1 but IS supi osed to
end 11
Dan el
lay th
B Long cf Buffalo N Y
Baltimore
Club Ifotrll
The meeting of the club held on
'sth inst was veiy well attended
Kvergreena, Cu
Qermain Fruit Co... 6-.!4
blaiids Nursery. 636
Koir Wm 036
Plant 00 629
RlciseokerOhMH... 636
Baker ChasF 633
Ball Lemuel 633
Becker Fred C 633
Corning E 633
Doyle J A 627
ElzabethNurBOo... 632
Hales H W.. 6J3
Hesser W J 63:1
Lilllefielci HF 1138
Pitcher & Manda 623
Roebrs Julius 633
an Floral Co... 629
SchmitzF W 0 624
ScottJno 633
StidewitzE A 633
Siebrocht* Bona... 623
erN 633
tt&Insall ....
Waverly G'houses...
Exllibllion«
L.F
In ernational
Fcrlllizera
American Jadoo Co
Bartlett Geo S
L ttlefield HF
Peters Jobn J Co....
Schlegeli Folller.. 630
wer Pots, Tubs.
Ernest W H
Hews AHA Co
Hilflneer Bros
McCartbvN.F.ftOc
Rolker & Sons Aug
Syracuse Pottery 0
WhlUdln Pottery Co 636
he Annual OuIIuk
D n t f met that July 2'' is the dat.
if the uting that the piice ot tickets
for adults is 25 cents; children, 10 cents,
and that tickets can be procured at the
wholesale houses and from Charles J.
Jones, William Murphy and Julius
Baer.
Kesd This Article.
The article on "Individual Credits,"
in the June 26 issue ot The Exchange
should be carefully read Ijy every mem-
ber of the craft. If tie- i-l.iil -l-i's
le can make noise
lile gang.
silent a few days in
he past week.
I.v
rC ACo 632
use Building.
Dixon
ventior
Ooldwell-Wilcox <
tor the big fish who tan attoid it. vv
the smallei fiy aie not only iiowded
out, but altogether ignored A little
ventilation ot matters v\ould seem to be
in order. SAM BUCUS.
Index to Advertisers.
Renard Jos.. .
Taylor E J
Chrysitntlie
Beckert T F....
Cleveland.
ith lack ot
Trade Notes.
The past few days have bee:
ceedingly warm, which
rain, have had a decidedly bad effect
upon growing crops. Small fruits and
many vegetable crops are suffering for
want of rain, and unless it comes before
long will result in short crops. All kinds
idered.
md
; yet that has
cality this year,
the cold nights
Funeral work is about the only thing
now to busy retail dealers, wedding and
reception work showing considerable
decline.
Stock continues in abundant supply,
great quantities of flowers going ' to
waste on account of oversupply and
light demand.
Roses are becoming \' i> i i ni'-nl
all the stock offered lull. i I
clean stock is quite s .i
i-eali/.e from $1.50 to *J ." 1" i i ''
■,\. : K ir '. elTered: Heaul.,. f^ i" *12,
, '. I 1 ' prices range from 5Uc. to $1
,,. , . iMi teas and out-of-door
-I .1:2 to $5 per dozen for
l..,ei.. . I. rolling to quality. Large
i|iianlilies of Ijilium Candidum are now
being offered; these go at a very low
price, dealers paying but 40c. per dozen
spikes; retailing at $1 to $1.50 per dozen
spikes.
t R Jr & Son. 621
Berger HH &Co.... 624
Ctucas&Boddington 624
Ellis ~ "'
HulsebosobBros...
Onwerkerk P
PiersOD P H Co
RnlkerAueASone ..
Schlegel &Fotller..
Bfaulieu H
Siebrecbt & Sou . . .
Wood Bros
Evenden Bros . . .
Hackett John b <
LangJobn
MerkelC &Son..
Murphey R H...
Smith N Si Son . .
Wood Bros
Cavanaugh Mrs..
Doyle J A
Emmana Geo M..
Cut Klowera
Baker WJ t
BollBS FA e
Buffalo Cut Flow Ei t
Dumont & Co £
EUlBonWm (
Ellis A PoUsworlh.. (
Fleckensteln Ohas O t
Ford Bros (
Gnnther W H t
Hart Michael A >
Hoffmann HA.. .. (
IlUnoisCutFlowerCo I
KastiuK WmF. ... (
Keir Wm I
Kennlcott Bros Co. f
KuehnCA (
Lang Julius (
Lynob WE i
McCarthy NF*Oo. i
N Y Out Flower Co. (
Penuook Samuel 8. (
Relnberg Bros t
Rogers Park Ft Co... (
Rolker AS F I
Sheridan W F *
St. Louis Out Fl Co. <
SunderbruchHLCo. I
Gasaer, JM
Olblln fiOo. ...
Harris L 4 Son
Herendeen Mfgt
Hippard E
Lord & Burntaam Co 637
Monlnger John O Co (
Ormsby EA 627,629.
63-.>. (
;eFO Co I
ty's Horticul-
■al Worka I
Quaker City Machine
Wolf AQftBro....
Wood GlassCo.. ..
Second Hand 637
For Sale.To Lease .
Logan Av Q'houses..
RelTl.erBtora
Chocolate Cooler Oo.
CliffeD 629
Cook, J 629
(JeVoecht & deWilde 629
IliUon } L 629
Doyle J A 629
ans, GeoM.... 6'<9
ourt Geo E . 629
I'loral Exchange 627
Fr.emanJE 627
Ileiss J B 627
Henderson, John Co. 629
ion Si Perklua
6.9
Merkel&Son 629
Myers & Saintmau.. 629
&Neuner 629
Plant Co 629
Onwerkerk P 621
Palmer F E 629
Palker Geo L 629
Plarson FR Oo... 623
Ruxton Floral Co.. . 629
Scott Robt ji Sons... 629
Siebrecbt & Sons... 623
StuderN 633
VolmerE 629
Wood Broa 629
Seeds
AlleuCH 624
Berger HH&Co 624
Brown Peter 626
Burpee WA A Co 624
Clucasi Boddlngton 6^4
Cunningham J H.... 626
Elliou Wm & Sons. 624
Faust H G & Oo 624
HerrA M 632
Jennings KB 624
LongD B 621
Rolker A & Son 627
Roemer Fred 624
Schiller J L ... 624
Shepherd MrsTB.. 624
SoltauOi Co 624
Prunty Cbas E 624
Vaughan's Seed Store 623
Volmer E 629
Weeber&Don 614
Zirngiebel D 624
Slirul>8, Flowering;
Jackson & PerkinsCo 629
OuwerkerkP 624
Van Houtte Louis... 633
Smilax PlanlB.
BaUerFA 633
Betscher Bros 633
BoernerFred 633
Buntings J 627
EiseleO 638
Fehr A G 633
Hughes Geo J 632
KilbournR 627
National Plant Co... 629
Schneider Fred 633
Wood Bros 629
Suppliea and
Requisites
Bayersdorter H *Co 638
Boston Letter uo . . . 636
OoDley John & Bon.. 636
Ellis & PoUworth . . 636
Ellison W 6;i5
Herrmann A 638
Easting Wm F 634
Kennlcott Broa Oo . . 634
KoehnOA 6I6
LittlefleldHF 638
McCarthy NFaOo.. 636
McKellar 0 W 634
Meyer Jno C & Co. ., 636
Reeds Seller 638
ElceM&Oo 638
Rolker A iSone 627
SteliensE 636
Sutherland Geo A. , . 636
Welch Broa 638
Snainsnna
HeisaJB 627
Florist Hall Aas'z
Bun
Vegelabic Plan
Doyle J A
Hackett John tCo..
ilii'idra ai
jneUlde.
Joosten 0 H
LouisvllleTob'co Co 6(0
Skabcura Dip Co....
eilaneoui
Cottage Gardens
Cunuingliam Jos H.
Everltt Slnsall
Greene ft Underbill.
BeeserO ACo
SeawanbakaGrbses. 632
uderN..
Wood Bros.
627
. I Traendly ft Bchenok 63 i
I 1 Welob Broa "'"
1 Wora 0. W
I Young John
ft Perkins
ful ;
illze
uhi
Storra ft Harrison Oo I
Everltt ft Insall 633
Jackson ftPerklnsCo 629
Kadleti J 638
Ouwerkerk P 624
Vtolela
BoulooFd .. 632
ElaeleC 638
Freeman J R 627
Morkelft Son 029
Renard Joa 628
Vincent U Jr ft Srins 627
Wood Bros 629
Want- 635
632
A New Orchid Establishment.
Dr. J. M. W. Kitchen has recently
built and stocked seven greenhouses in
the meadow below his residence in
Prospect Street, East Orange, N. J.,
making a most unique and complete
greenhouse plant. The houses are even-
span and are all detached in order to
allow of free bottom, as well as top
ventilation, each house being supplied
with ventilators the entire length of
the houses, opening direct on the pipes.
Considerable attention has been given
to the water and heating system and
labor has been reduced to a minimum.
Liquid manure water gravitates around
the houses in service pipes from a tank
over the stoke-hole. A cylinder hold-
ing 300 gallons of hot water will be
used to temper the water in winter for
watering purposes. The heating is
done by two Hitchings boilers, using
four-inch pipes and hot water without
pressure. All the material for the
houses, etc., was supplied by Hitchings
& Co., New York City, but the work
was done by the owner.
One point worth mentioning is in
connection with the stands supporting
the benches. In order to prevent snails
climbing up to do damage, each sup-
port stands in a saucer, which is kept
filled with common salt. The houses
are well adapted for the purpose to
which they are now being put, viz.;
orchid growing.
Dr. Kitchen recently purchased half
of the entire collection from Short
Hills, N. J., and these, together with
a quantity purchased from other
sources, give him a big start commer-
cially, it being the proprietor's inten-
tion to open his establishment in Sep-
tember as a thorough out-and-out or-
chid trade venture. His place will be
named "The Willow Mead Gardens."
The present stock in the houses con-
sists of a large number of different or-
chids, together with twenty-eight kinds
of Cattleyas in 2,000 established plants;
cypripediums in 200 varieties and 3,000
plants, and a number of unflowered
seedlings. New importations will be
added in season.
The pi-ORiSTS* Exchange.
Paterson, N. J.
A representative gathering of the
florists of Paterson and vicinity was
held in the Romaine Building last week
for the purpose of organizing a florists'
club. Ed. Sceery was chosen tempo-
rary chairman and John G. Esler tem-
porary secretary. S. C. Nash, of Clif-
ton; John Bingham, of Ridge wood;
William T. Kesteloo, of Passaic; Mrs. J.
Kirberg and Harry Towell, of Paterson,
were named as Committee on By-laws,
and T. C. Goble, of Verona; William Ze-
lufE. of Little Falls, and Martin Werne,
of Paterson, were named as a commit-
tee to select a name for the future club.
Captain John J. Phelps, of Hackensack.
son of the late William Walter Phelps,
Minister to Germany, is prominently
identified with the movement. Twenty-
three names were enrolled and on the
21st of July a meeting will be held to
form a permanent organization.
Anderson, Ind.
Stuart & Haugh will combine their
greenhouse establishment on Third
Street with the one they own on S^ulli
Jackson. The change will take place
next fall. The Third Street houses will
be torn down. Several new buildings
will be erected on Jackson Street. Mr.
Stuart will erect a residence at the cor-
ner of Meridian and Twenty-third
Streets, a very convenient distance
from his greenhouses.
Rochester. N. Y.
Wallace S. Wing, of Henrietta, the
assignee of Nurseryman Fred E.
Young, has filed a statement with
County Clerk Shedd. The assets of Mr.
Young are shown to be worth, nomi-
nally, $6,983.87; actually, $3,173.77. His
debts foot up to $6,100.88.
Rahway, N. J.
Enos H. Daly has just placed one of
ScoUay's Invincible Boilers, No. 9, to
heat his entire plant.
Montgomery, Ala.
Joseph Pfingstl sailed for Europe
Saturday, June 12, per steamship Bre-
tagne. During his trip he will visit
the Hamburg Exposition.
l|IIP06T|TlBil!!
The Ormsby Ventilating System
Dec. 29. '91. U. S. Patent 466,081.
Florists should u-
they purchase or us(
patent. Secure the
E. A. ORMSBY,
When Writing Mer
extreme caution how
Q InfringBmeDt on any
ginal and be at peace
■ Melrose, Mass.
Exchange
Flo
0£3ft..^. N XX73VCS.
Bruaut. e.itra, »6.C0 per 100; »50 00 per 1000.
Bruunt, 2^ la. pots. $3.(10 per 100; U'l 00 per 1010.
Mixed, best Tars.. (6.00 per 100. Uellotrope, Hi
In pots, »2,50 per 100. Cash with order.
^VM. J. CHUSNICK, Trenton, I
uple
ER.
Inch pots, $150 per
inch pols, 3.00 per
eh pots, tlO.OO per
3. Cash with order.
Cape May Cltj. N
100.
100
100.
.1.
flmpelopsis VeilcQIi.
POT-GROWN SEEDLINGS,
$3.00 per 100; $25.00 per 1000.
J. KlDlETZ,''rto"'"Oongan Hills, N.Y
When Wiitms Mention Florists' Exchange
AMPELOPSIS VEITCHII
Doable Gran
ng plants. 93.00 per 100.
ifTeltii and Golden Bedde
EVERITT & INSALL, Hackettstown, N.J
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SMILAX!
2>4 inch best of stock ready for planting.
$2.00 per 100; |1.S per 1000.
ADOLPH G. FEHA, Belleville, Ills.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
BUY AT HOME
And Save 30 Per Cent. Duty.
UTANIA BORBONICA
2\2 INCH POTS.
Strong:, SS'OO per loo. Casta.
EDWIN A. SEIDEWI rZ,
36 W. LEXINGTON ST., BALTIMORE, MD.
When Writinpr M.^ntion Florists' Exchange
FERNS •»*
Pteris Serrulata. Pleris t;r>tlca alba,
" " Densa. " Adiantoides,
" " Magnifica, Aspidium Tenemensee.
Onychlum Japonica.
S3 50 Per 100. CASH WITH ORDER.
CHAS. F. BAKER, DUca. N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ASPARACUSPLUMOSANANA
pots, $5.00 per 100. Satisfaction guaranteed.
A. B. DAVIS & SON, Purcellville, Va.
(Near Washington, D. C.)
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SXRONGandliVELL GROWTii
SMILAX PLANTS
FRE1>. SCHNEIDER, Cleveland, Ohio.
751 Crawford Road.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchangn
DECORATIVE PLANTS
At Snatl; Bediotd Frlui.
stock larpe and in flne con-
Senil for new Wlloleiale lUt.
Special prices on large orders
Send in lisl of your wants.
W. J. HKSSER,
PlaU^month, Neb.
Mention Florists' Exchange
♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»♦♦♦♦
X JULIUS ROEHRS, X
Palms and Decorative Plants,
RUTHERFORD. N. J. \
P. 0. Address,
on Florists' Exchange
PALMS
AND
FERNS.
Th« LARGEST STOCK in the West.
CHICAGO.
When Writing Mention Florists' Ex
CLEMATIS.
pots : cood plants
named varieties..
Stronp plants
wn plants in twelve choice
Jrom last year, 2K in- pots,
Transplanted, 81 .00 per luO ;
F. A. BALLER, Bloomlngton, III.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FOR SALE CHEAP.
1 l.alaHia Horboiii a. 6 ft. high, 8 wide.
'Z Dlcksoulii Aniurlicii. 5 ft. tiltfb.
f Rubber Tree, 9 ft hl'eh.
600 White Verbi'ua*, Hue plants.
•i Large Niirht Bloomtni; Cereua, (true
almost In bloom.
FERNS
Write for special prices on large
quantities. Order early.
JOHN SCOTT,
KEAP STREET GREEKHOVSES
Biaoo:si.-2-iT, XT. -T.
Flo
ow on, bealtby and stocky. Latanias
■and stocky.
18 m.. »25« I
VVeddeiiani: of 8 to W Ti. siie PaudauSs itlli.
8 to 20 In., 13 00 per doz.
(TolODii, Hue assorlment. small plants. SO cts.. anc
doz. i^elafflni
Ila Kmlllana. 50 c'ts. per doz
GeraiiiunlB, In
)n.l and bloom, from ?>« in. pots
'f^-°'-^?"!:».,^
ocky. Meteor, Bridesmaid, Bride
_____ . Rruu'uor. Giant of Battles, etc.
from ^ and 6 in. pots, »IO.0O per 100. In variety.
Cash with Order, Please.
N. STUDER, Anacostia, D. C.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PALMSjSlFERNS
FINE STOCK.
All the leading varieties of PAERIS, from
FERJUS-Adiantu
varieties, in 3!,^ inch
$30 00 per 1000.
Xje:m:tjei-i b-a-XjIj,
FOR SALE.
Address P. O. Box 665. ALBAMV, N.Y.
Having disposed of several of my Green-
houses and the remainder being over crowded,
1 have decided to offer for sale the excess, con-
sisting of the greater portion and the choicest
specimens of my collection for the past SO
years, either singly or in quantities. They are
all well established, in flne condition, and many
cannot be obtained in any other collecti(>n in
America. A printed list sent on application.
Sales made at reasonable prices.
E. CORNING.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
AZALEAS!
PALMS, Etc.
For Palms, Aspidistras, Araucarias, etc.,
please refer to our advertiseinent in Florists*
Exchange of May 16th and June 12th.
BEGONIAS.
(Erect Flowering! Single Tutierous Rooted.
About 1 inch diam., separate colors, $8.00 per
1000 ; $70.0(1 per 10,000.
About 1 to \M inch diam., separate colors,
$16 00 per 100(1 ; J150.00 per 10 OUO.
Double Flowering:.
About 1 in. diam., separate colors, $22 per 1000.
A bout IM m. and above, sop. colors, $40 per 1000.
GLOXINIAS tVa'^Un..)
About 1 inch and above diam., mixed, $18.00 per
1000: $160.00 per lO.COO.
Forclnit and other Nursery stocks
grown in quantities.
CASH with packing free, except on approved
Credit.
ROYAL NURSERIES,
LOUIS VAN HOUTTE PERE,
Ghent, Belgium.
WbonWritIng Mention Florists' Exchange
Nephrolepis Exaltata Bostoniensis.
In large and Biiiall quantities from flO.Od to *8tt.nO per 1000.
MINE IS THE GENUINE STOCK.
FRED. C. BECKER, 1 730 Cambridge Street, CAMBRIDGE, MASS.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
634
The Pl-orisxs'
JXCHrfNGE.
J. K. ALLEX,
Whol.sale Commitsio
CUT Fi:,0"WER
67 W. 28th St., New York.
Orders by mall or telecraph promptly attended
W. S. ALLEN,
17 West 28th St., New York.
FORD BROS.
WHOLESALE FLORISTS,
in West 30th Street,
NEW YORK.
Conalsnmotits So'.icitod. Tolepiono 250 33th St
WM. H. CUNTHER,
Wholesale Florist |
VIOLETS AND CARNATIONS A SPECIALTY.
Consignmeuts Solicited.
30 West 29th St., New York.
Teleplione. 23C0-38th Sirei
MICHAEL A. HART,
Wholesale S Com mission Florist,
113 W. 30th St., New York.
Telephone Call, 1307 38th St.
All kinds of Roses, Violets and Carnations
a specialty.
ORDERS PROMPTLY ATTENDED TO.
H. A. HOFFMANN,
Wholesale Florist
44 W. 29th St., NEW YORK.
Telephone Call, 1658 38th St.
American Beauties, Carnations. White Violets
Specialties. CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED.
EDWARD C. HORAN,
WHOLESALE ♦ FLORIST,
No. 34 W. 29th St., New York.
JULIUS LANG,
Wholesale Florist
^ 53 WEST SOtli ST.
Consignments Solicited. N
FRANK MILLANG,
Wholesale Gommission Dealer
....in Gut Flowers....
408 East 34th St.,
THE NEW YORK COT FLOWER GO.
119-121 West 23d Street,
I 12-1 14 West 24th Street,
Tiloplioae 733, 13tk St., NEW YORK.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Wholesale Dealer in Cut Flowers,
, Valley, Romans, Smila
19-21 RANDOLPH STREET, CHICAGO.
When Writing Mention Flo rlsts' Exchange
CHAS. W. McKELLAR,
WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORIST
;^ _^ Largest and best martet in Chicago. Constant supply of all seasonable flowers.
Consignments cf first grade goods solicited. Complete stock of Florists'
Supplies, Wire-work, etc. All orders given prompt attention.
Telephone. Main 1129. 45, 47, 49 WABASH AVENUE, CHICAGO. ILL.
ED. F. WINTERSON, Manager.
WlienWritinsrMpntion Florists' Exchange
lYoas
July i. 1897,
, fanoy and special
" No.l
" Culls andordlnarj.
Bennett. Onslu
Jacqueminot
K. A. Victoria....
La France, extra. .
Magna Charta . . ,
Ume. Testout —
Mett-or
Mrs. P. Morgan . ,
Mphetoa. Hoste..
PapaGontler
Pe?le
Sony, de Wootton,
trlrlch Brunner..
Watte vllle..
f All colors, Inferior grades
« ( White.
* STANDiBD 3 Pink..
2 Vabieties 1 Ked .
J * Fancy ( White
B (The hlKhest J Fink
4 (Trades of stand- 1 Ked
Tol.iVari
i n0vei.tis8.
Oattlbtas
J.JUB6, Longifloi
30.00 to 4(1.00
12.00 to 20.00
20.00 to 25.00
Cbioaoo St . LociB
I 30, 1897, June 30,1897. June 29, 1897.
.00 to 60. (
.00 to 8.(
26 to .;
.50 to .'
.76 to 1.1
.00 to l.i
For Prices of Fancy and Special Stocte aee our Correspondence Columna,
Prices are for quantities of one hundred unless otherwise noted.
Prices quoted above are given only after very careful inquiry, and while we do 1
narantee their accuracy, they will be found practically correct up to the date mentioned.
itEIHBEHG BPS.,
Wholesale Growers of Gut Flowers.
500,000 Feet of Glass.
We can fill all orders on short notice with all leading varieties of ROSES and
CARNATIONS. We are headquarters for fine AMERICAN BEAUTIES.
Give us a trial and convince yourself.
SALESROOM 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO, III.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, ^"l°or?st"
i. fine stock of VAI^I.EY on hand throughout the Summer. Also a full liiu
of all seasonable cut flowers.
During July August and September we close at 0 P. M.
1 61 2-1 61 4 Barker St. Bet. chestnut & Market sts. Philadelphia, Pa.
Local and Long Distance 'Phone 5:210.
HEADQUARTERSNe^rTTyusi
WIVl.F. HASTING, wholesale
' Supplies & Wire Designs
PURDY & BLAUVELT,
Wiolesale and Commission Dealern in
CUT FLOWERS
TRIENDLY t SGHENGK,
Wholesale Florists,
38 W. 28th SI. and CUT FLOWER EXCHAN8E.
NEW YORK.
Teleplione 961-18th St.
yW-Consignments Solicited.
JOHN YOUNG,
Wholesale Floi^igt,
51 WEST 28th ST.,
NEW TORK.
WM. J. BAKER,
Wholesale Florist
1432 So. Penn Square,
Philadelphia, Pa.
DUMONT
WHOLESALE
KENNIGOTT BROS. COMPANY, |
Wholesale • Gut • Flowers,
88 'Wabasli Avenue,
CHICAGO, ILL.
WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY.
1 897.
Thb F=i-orists' Exchange.
635
Wholesale Florists
CAflNATiDNS.
6RI0ESMAID!
A.
JOBBERS IN
FLORIST'S
SUPPLIES.
FLORISTS' VASES.
84 HAWLEY STREET, ■ BOSTON.
GEO. A. SUTHERLAND,
Successor to WM. J. STEWART,
CUTFLOWEHSdFLORlSTnUFmES
WHOLESALE.
67 Bromfield St., Boston, Mass.
City Hall Cut Flower Market
WELCH BROS., Props.
Regular Conaignors Given Space Free
of CliarKe. Space let to growers wishiuj;
to sell their own goods.
Flowers Shipped to all Points.
...SEKn FOR PRICE LIST...
■W. ELLISON,
Wholesale Gut Flowers,
Florist Supplies. WIr* Designs.
2744 Franklin Ave., ST. LOUIS, MO,
CHAS.G.FLECKENSTEIN,
Wholesale Flowers,
C. A. KUEHN,
WHOLESALE FLORIST,
PSPHRIieUS FLUmOSVS PUDS,
Cat Strings. 10
2 feet long,
iny part of the
ELLXOTT,
WhenWritingMe
B3:?±gli--toii., Us/Lass.
Exchange
Fine Smilax $1;
JO a hundred strings
SWEET PEAS, J5 cents a hundred blooms.
Cash with order, please.
W. KEIR, - Pikesville. Md.
ng Mention Florists' E.xchange
Galax Leaves.
S. H. RICKSECKER, Linville, N. C.
n Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
. . . FOR FINEST . . .
Galax Leaves and
Leucothoe Sprays,
ALWAYS WRITE THE INTRODUCERS,
Highlands Nursery, Kawana, N. C
00MP^ELJNtJf6UPPy[i
pOOX/ORTIt
F/oraf Park, N. Y.
Millei su-
5 Childs es-
\enty horti-
mine \arietv, pale mau\ e in
Matiogany tanks as a giand
Ilk 1 uiple Blue Jay piovides a
1 iiMaiiety Two excellent
lists use aie Mrs Saxon
it 1 caiefully examining
1 ins spent a pleasant
tiiil 1111^ thiough the 200 acret,
.eib shiubs etc
IV ed at was that
theie need be no feai of the stock o£
hardy flowers tunning out %vhile Mt
Childs has such a superb collection and
in such excellent condition. The vis-
itors were entertained to lunch by the
firm at the Floral Park Hotel.
Young
gardenp, <
HELP^WANTED.
liV ANTED.
an, single, as assistant on private
understand rose growing, flower
:. Apply with references, Supt..
t, Mt. Klsco, N. \.
FOUR MEN WANTED.
For tour rose houses. Each man to lake
charge, under the supervision of foreman, ot
one house planted entirely with either of the
following varieties: Bride, 'Maid, Beautj- or
Meteor. Only those who can grow these yarie-
lies successfully need apply. State e.xperience
or references. Wages $25.00 per month and
board. DEAN & CO , Little Silver, N. J.
SECONDJIANpjVIATERIAL.
FOR SALE^
Six Boilers For Sale
I also want one small Hitchings Base Burn-
ey Defiance, or Fur-
Danville, III.
ng Water Heater, Gur
nan Jr. For particulars
J. E. WADSWORTH,
SITUATIONS WANTED.
gll'UATlON wun
I man (German),
eterred. Addn
Whs
Pittsburg.
Dull Times.
Dull times aie heie and ven
is going on, excepting funeral
Stock is cheap and veiy abundan
ticularly carnrtK.ns the letail
,. ,.i ,_ il nut 25 cen
,1 11. still held
,'111
die
WHOLESALE
FLORISTS,
1G20 Olive St.
ST. 1.0LIIS, MO.
I E. G. HILL & CO.. ♦
I Wholesale Florists, \
* RICHMOND, INDIANA. «
t** ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦«
When Writing MentI
Florists' Exchange
IN 1 Ml 1111^ outdooi stock
li.iLiu, lili s aie moie plenti-
.hej ha\e been tot many
n little demand
Convention Mtttters
The last regular Floiists riub
meeting was quite an inteiestinj one
and fairly well attended Convention
matters took up most of the tiint- A
committee on ti tnspoi t ilion ((insist-
ing of E. C. R( Mi 1' H, r r T in-l .1
E. C. LudwiK. I ' I '
secure a bettd i 1 " '
the one and kh i i i ' m
granted I" Hi " '"
About twenty-lne so tai, have inten-
tions of going.
A committee was also appointed to
make arrangements for the first smoker
to be given by the club at the first reg-
ular meeting in July, which promises
to be very well attended. C. Blind was
proposed for membership. Bowling
was talked about and a team will cer-
tainly be on deck, as usual, with J. W.
Ludwig in it, one of our heaviest bowl-
ers, who recently won several valuable
trophies in contests.
The NewM.
J. E. Black, of Grove City, Mercer
County, Pa., was in the city this week.
Alen Murdock, of A. M. & J. B. Mur-
dock, has left for California, to be ab-
CITUATION wanted by mar
^ under8taui38tlieKrowiDBOI
Bo'x Vu.'orand Itaplds, Mich'.
eferences. Addresa
T DESIRE I
^ and nursery to travel ana sen
.Sew England. Address Arthu
ArUneton St.. Hyde Park. Mass.
W. KiUB. 115
glTUiVTlON
FOR SALE.
A large size Albany Steam Trap; will re-
turn condensed water in from five to ten
thousand feet ot 1!4 in. steam pipe, back to
boiler with from 3 to 3 lbs. ol steam; the
boiler being on the surface, doing awa\ with
boiler pit. All in good condition. Will sell for
$60 cash. Boxed weight, 350 lbs.
Ceo. H. Benedict, Yorkvllle, N. Y.
BUSINESS OPPORTUNIITj^ES
GREENHOUSES FOR RENT
GstabtiBhed 20 years; buBlneas
TO LET.
A place withtisma
FOR SALE.
lung florist with little capital. Two
two seasons lease, no opposition ; will
lorlst and Wire Worker, Winchester,
SITUATION I
'w. A W , in can
, Brooklyn, N. V.
MISCELLANEOUS WANTS.
WANTED TO RENT OR PURCHASE
5000 FT. GLASS.
Place must be in good condition.
FLORIST, care of Vaughan, 14 Barclay St., N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
^WANTED
YELLOW OLEANDERS. C
COTTAGE ROSE GARDEN, Coll
WANTED.
A No. 15 second-hand Hitchings Cor-
rugated Boiler in good order. Address,
stating price,
P. A., Box all, Greenwich, Conn.
for
One of ou
H. C. Flick.
Mr
wealthiest (
,s broken ground for the
ron, steel and stone con-
s place in the ?;ast End.
will cost about $12,000
(V grouno space of ISOx
■s. Alden & Harlow prc-
WANTED.
3 100 Second - hand Sash and Frames,
t be in good order and cheap.
FOR SALE. E'»»y "'"'•"rV^l?
Sweet I'ea Blosaoms,
•n or New York. $2 50 per
ol.LKS, Ka.MOtliSt.,
iwouil, ISrookl.vii, N. Y
ach*'
lOlluste
Wl
1 Writing Mentl
Florists' Exchange
FOR SALE CHEAP.
FIVE GREENHOUSES
AT RAMSEYS, N. J.
HITCHINGS & 00., 233 Mercer St„ N. Y.
FOR SALE AT A BARGAIN.
First-class greenhouse property at Spring
Lake, N. J., fully stocked and doing good busi-
ness. For particulars apply to
MILAN ROSS, Agency,
Asbury Park, N. J.
NEWPORT, R.
rest by the New ll.d.l. nuI; ..duminding au
xten^ive unsurpii^si d st, ik - l liindscape, lake
nd ocean For full descripl ion and particulars
fith plan, apply to A. J. WAKD, Sole Agent,
13 Clarke Street, Newport, K, I.
FOR RENT.
ou the Most Favorable Xerms.
. .he Orchi(._. ._ .
separate from the range now occupied
by the United Slates Nurseries. The most
favorable terms will he accorded the right
party. For full particulars apply to
•IAS. K riTCHER,
•H Grove Street, New York
ting Mention Florists' Exchange
636
TH:
F=!l-orists' Exchange.
JOHN GONLEY & SON,
MANnrACTURKRS OF
TIN FOIL
2 ami 4 Domiiiick Street,
NEW YORK.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
STANDARD ♦ POTS-
We are now ready to supply a superio^
quality of Pots in unlimited quantities.
Catalogues and price lists furnished on
application.
A. H. HEWS & CO.,
NORTH CAMBRIDGE, - MASS.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
STANDARD
FLOWER POTS
W. H. ERNEST,
station M, N. E., WASHINGTON, D. C.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
HILFINCER BROS.
STINDIIID FLOWER POTS.
I cts. each ; 20,000 5
HILFIHGER BROS., Fort Edward, N. Y.
or AUGUST EOLKER & SONS,
13li & 138 W. 24th at., N. Y. City
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
EL PASO BRAND
PURE SHEEP WDRE.
ONCE TRIED, ALWAYS USED.
Mixed liberally with the soil, nothinu can
equal it for results on Pinks, Roses,
Violets and Ctarysantbetnums.
Used in liquid form it beats all others.
S3. 00 per 100 lbs.; $30.00 p<
. at t
Car
SCHLEGEL & FOTTLER,
26 So. Market St. BOSTON. MASS.
DUTCH and FRENCH BULBS.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
BostOR Florist Letter Co.
wholesale Ronnta and supply dealers.
N. F. McCarthy, Treas. & Hanager.
.."«°!V. BOSTON, MASS. „ i.°"'--'-
DO NOT BE HUMBUCCED
'".raro„^*i.'?^Sr6RE?NSILKaLI»E
Contains
smadesulely byJOHN C. MEYER&CO.,
§7 Sumingr Street, BOSTON, MASS., U. S. A.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Providence.
market Good.
Owing to the annual closing of
the various educational institutions in
this vicinity and the number ot fash-
ionable weddings there has been a con-
siderable briskness in the florist busi-
ness and all have had a generous share
of the work. This practically closes
the business for the season, which,
taken as a whole, has been a highly
satisfactory one. Prices have ranged
well, the demand has been steady and
the supply ample and of good quaUty.
Preparing for the ConTenllon,
The monthly meeting of the Flor-
ists and Gardeners' Club was held Fri-
day evening, with great interest in the
annual convention in the Society of
American Florists in this city during
the third week in August.
William B. Hazard reported that the
recent dance at the grounds o£ the
Weeden-Hazard Dairy Farm netted the
club about $45, and President Macrae
presented the club with $93.26, on behalf
oi Mrs. Macrae and lady friends, as the
proceeds of the lawn party held upon
his grounds. The club adopted a seal,
consisting of the coat ot arms of Rhode
Island surroundea uy the name of the
organization and the uate of incorpora-
tion.
A letter was read from J. J. Butler,
secretary of the Florists and Garden-
ers' Club of Newport, in which he
stated that the latter club were mak-
ing active preparations for the enter-
tainment of the Providence Club and
the convention in Newport for one day.
and asked that a conference be held be-
tween the two clubs in order that a
suitable programme might be arranged.
President Farquhar Macrae was ap-
pointed to represent the Providence
Club at the proposed conference.
When the Executive Committee of
the Society of American Florists met
here in March it was voted that the
local club be invited to appoint one of
its members to prepare an essay, to be
read before the convention on the sub-
ject. "The Tear's Progress in the Retail
Flower Business," and last evening the
club selected Thomas J. Johnson, of
this city, as the essayist. It was voted
that steamer Day Star be chartered for
the club and guests for the trip down
the bay.
It was voted that subscription blanks
be passed among the friends of the
club tor any assistance they might feel
disposed to render in entertaining the
convention. The Rhode Island Horti-
cultural Society has been invited to co-
operate with the Florist's Club and
every effort is being put forth to make
the approaching visit of the Society of
American Florists to Providence one
long to be remembered. A committee
consisting of Tames B. Canning. Wil-
liam E. Chappell and William B. Haz-
ard, was appointed to procure the nec-
essary music and President Farquhar
Macrae, Thomas J. Johnson and Mat-
thew J. Leach, of Pawtucket, were ap-
pointed to select a ladies' auxiliary
cummittee.
The convention will be held in Music
Hall during the third week in August,
the sessions being held in the hall,
while a trade exhibit is to be held in
what is the billiard room l^elow. Wil-
liam B. Chappell, of this city, is super-
intendent of this exhibition, and al-
ready the number of applications for
space is so large that an excellent dis-
play is assured. The convention will
be opened at 10 o'clock Tuesday, Au-
gust 17, and business be continued dur-
ing the forenoon and afternoon. In the
evening there will be a reception to
President Adam Graham, of the na-
tiimal body. Wednesday and Thursday
will be devoted to business sessions,
w itli trips to various points of interest,
while shooting and bowling tourna-
ments will be held between teams rep-
resenting various cities throughout the
country. Friday will be given up whol-
ly to pleasure, but no details have yet
been made beyond a sail down the bay
and a visit at Newport. These will be
decided at a meeting of the Conventicm
Committee of the local club Friday
evening next.
JottlnffB.
W. C. Farnsworth, of Brooklyn,
N. Y., representing the Ormsby Ven-
tilating System, of Melrose, Mass., was
in town last week.
Alfred McCoyd has gone to his sum-
mer cottage at Pleasant Bluff, over-
looking Narragansett Bay. W. H. M.
Clear Cypress
Greenhouse flaterial.
This with us means the best growth of Cypress Lumber and |:|:
the best grade of that growth ; and from this grade all the sap — X;
bright sap, which only experts can detect — as well as stained sap, ^
knots and other defects cut out. Others do not equal our quality X
if they do beat our prices. It is not hard to see the reason : You |v
can not buy gold dollars at fifty cents each. Experienced growers X;
know that ihe best is not too good and cheapest in the long run. f-
Lockland Lumber Co.,
LOCKLAND, O. S
• Mention Florists' Exchange
> -t ^ XI d. £L xrd
'loi^r^r
ots.
S«nd for our N«w Price Ll*t with citra disoounls. All our EotB, from 7 in. and upwards, have
3Ur P«t*nt Elovlalor Bottom, which is a great advantage, as it insures perfect drainage.
A FUI.I. LINE OF RUL.B PANS.
THE WHILLDIN POTTERY CO., 713 to 719 Wharton Street, PHILADELPHIA.
j Kearney and Weetside ATes.. Jersey City. N.J.
I Jackeon Ave. and Pearaon St., Long Island City, N. T.
BRANCH ]
hfjlW & *^W FLO R IS
V^ "Yis.^^=^^= WIRE DESl
' ^^Z^anufacfurer of SlEFFENS BRO?
FLORISTS
IE DESIGNS
■^•^^•^' ^^-AND. SUPPLIES.—
335 BAST :if-JSTfiEET. NEW YOfil
FLOWER POTS^.-
We nre nlannracturlDE a Full Line of
STANDARD FLOWER POTS and HANGING BASKETS
OF THE BEST QUALITY.
Shipping Facilities First-Class, thereby Securing Lowest Freight Kates.
Our gooda are well packed, and breakage is nominal. Give U8 a trial. Send for Price List.
Addres, THE SYRACUSE POTTERY CO., 403 N. StLINi ST., SYRACUSE, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
S. A. F. TRADE EXHIBITION,
Providence, R. I., August 17, 18, 19, 20, 1897.
Now is the time to secure your space for the coming exhibition.
Do not delay. There are good locations left for you.
For Terms. Etc., Apply to WM. E. CHAPPELL, Supt.,
333 BRANCH AVENUE, PROVIDENCE, R. I.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
((
48 to 1."
"JADOO" LIQUID
Both IMeat and Drink to Plants. Simply Invaluable in Pot Culture.
The Best and Cheapest Fertilizer Made.
*i I A nnn" tJIRUP ^""^ ^^^ MATERIAL IN WHICH
J/\UUU FlDIxCj Every Plant Thrives Without Earth,
And which lias proved a-s invaluable to the Grower as to Amateur Gardeners.
TESTIMONIALS AND PRICES FURNISHED ON APPLICATION TO
Protected by U. S. Paten
THE AMERICAN JADOO CO.,
The F^lorists' Exghhnge.
637
LORD & BURNHAM CO.,
HORTICULTURAL ARCHITECTS AND BUILDERS,
SXEAM AMD HOT VTATER BEATING ENGINEERS.
Plans and Kstlmat^s fnrnlBhed on application.
LODRID &; B TJ mT H .A. I^ CO.,
GLASS!
GLASS!
For Greenhouses, Conservatories,
Graperies, Hotbeds and all other
purposes, at Lowest Rates.
N. COWEN'S SON 392 & 394 West Broadway, New York.
Formerly 154 and 136 So. Fifth Avenoe.
- • Eatimatea Freely Given
Florists' Exchange
JP^urea before buying Olaaa.
Whc-n Writing Me
LASS.
j,^^ TTT->rT--VT-VV-t--l-T-T-T--tTrirTlrri-rT-TI
Pays Well Even out of Season.
My advt. in regard to the Model camatioi
upptrt in your March 6th number, although on
C season, proved a good iBVestment.
THERON PARKER
Broollyn, N. Y., March 30, '97.
■^^ Balanced 4^
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
r^l ADf CXC ^'^O"''' ""efer back to
rLUl\l3 1 J the following pages
and copies of the
Exchange and note my advertisements
they will do your soul good, (I should
say your greenhouses) :
Page 3(>4 April 3 lsi)7
" 42.5 April 24 — "
" 4's7 May !.'>.... "
Pages .549, .55!!. .June .5. . "
E. A. ORMSBY, Melrose, Mass
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
W^ELCH BROTHERS,
DBALEBS IN
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
and all other
petition
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
M. RICE &CO.,
Importers and Manufacturers of
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.
25 N. 4th St., Phitadelphla, Pa.
NEW PAi:.!. CATALOGUE NOW KEADT
When Writing Mention Florii
SHEEP FERTILIZER!
PULVERIZED. COMPRESSED.
A Quick Q.rminator and Crop Forcer.
NATUEiL. OIOSLZSS. CLEAN TO HANDLE.
JOHN J. PETERS CO, Long Island City, N.Y.
SHEEP MANURE.
We have the finest, prepared, at $35.00
per 100 lbs.; I4 ton at ton prices.
GODFREY ASCHMANN,
lOia Ontario St., PHILA., PA.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Wear
e a ,trai„h
shoot and c
im to grow
into a vigorous
plant
A WEEKLY
MEDIUM
OF
INTERCHANGE FOR
FLORISTS.
NURSERYMEN
SEEDSMEN
AND
THE
TRADE
IN
GENERAL.
?0L. IX. NO. 28.
NEW
YORK,
JULY
lO,
1897.
One Dollar Per Tea?.
Owiag- to our stock beinj^ grown with plenty of air the plants are all strong? and sturdy, and
will bear transportation for long distances. Florists intending to purchase this class of stock
for their fall trade will do well to place their orders immediately, so that they can have tbero
shipped by freight, thus avoiding the excpssive express charges which they would have to pay
if shipped during the cold weather. The prices will also be very much higher in the fall than at
the present time, owing to the high duty which will probably then be in force.
ARECA LUTE8CENS.
4 inch pota, 15-18 inches high, 3 plants in a pot $4.60 per dozen ; $35.00 per 100
5 inch pots, 30-34 inches hijfh, 3 plants in a pot $6.00 per dozen ; $50.00 per 100
KENTiA BELMOREANA.
3 inch pots, 8-12 Inches high, 4-5 leaves $3.50 per dozen : $2.5.00 per 100
4 inch pots, 12-15 inches hiarh, 4-6 leaves $6.50 per dozen ; $.50.00 per 100
5 inch pots, 18-8J inches high, 6-7 leaves, stocky $9.00 per dozen ; $76 00 per 100
a inch pots, 2)- Jtinches high, 6-7 leaves, stocky $12.00 per dozen ; $100.00 per 110
KENTIA FORSTERIANA.
3 inch pots, 12-15 inches high $16.00 per 100
4 inch pots, 15-18 inches high $4.50 per dozen ; $35.00 per 100
5 inch pots, 20-24 inches high $9.00 per dozen; $75.00 per 100
LATANIA BORBONICA.
3 inch pots $10.00 per 100
4 Inch pots, 13-15 inches high $3.00 per dozen ; $25.00 per lOO
5 inch pots, 15-m inches high $6.00 per dozen ; $60.00 per 100
6 inch pots, 18-30 inches high, stocky plants $9.00 per dozen ; $75.00 per 100
COCOS WEDDELIANA. 3inch pots $3.00 per dozen: $3500 per 100
LIVISTOMA HOOGENDORPII. * '""'535''MVrm '°°'"'' '"^'' ' '"""'' *'"' p""*"'-^"'
LIVISTOMA ROTUMDIFOLIA. ' 'ni.6«c^rm"oS'p1rSn'-''^"^'' ^'™°^ '''"^
PH(ENIX RECLINATAi 5 inch pots, I5-I8 inches high $6.00 per dozen ; $45.00 per 100
PITCHER & MANDA, Short Hills, N. J.
JOHN N. MAY, Receiver.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Wira FllfERINrROSES.
Our stock of these is \ ery large, and in eiceptionally flue shape. We
otter all the leading varieties, strong plants In 3M in. pots, as follows :
f, lU .,'. PERLE, BRIDESMAID, BRIDE and
./ ' ' %,. MME. CUSIN,
/ fiM, »5.00porl00; 840.00 per lOOO.
/// m^!SS1S£'~'^nBP>m % MME. CAROLINE TESTOUT and
W f^^it^tJ^-^^sPaf '/ MRS. PIERPONT MORGAN,
«G.0O per 100; $60.00 per 1000.
AMERICAN BEAUTY,
•9.00 per 100; S8O.00 p«r 1000.
"/iJ J,, '^^ ^-^ ttvaHiW PRESIDENT CARNOT,
Vaii (^V*!^ ^('j^W^WJW ■ S15.00 per 100; «136,00 per 1000,
^^'istl^-^L^t^^it^Wi "^v have H flue stock, also, of the new climbing
YELLOW RAMBLER ROSE
The only hardr yellow climbing rose yet Intruduced. A
worthy companion to the wonderful CrlniBOn Rambler.
Strong plants, SM in, pots, SI. 50 per doi ;
SIO.OO per 100.
Strong plants, i'A in. pots, S3. 00 per doz.;
»30.00 per 100.
The above Kose Stock Is in perfect shape and will please the most fastidious. Samples sent
i f desired. We invite inspection of stock.
^^^^^^rr- DOUBLE TUBEROUS BEGONIAS
we offer what stock we have as long as unsold at ms.OO per 100 ; »35.00 per 1000.
This is only the price of ordinary Single Degonias, and considerably below cost. We offer at
this nominal price only in order to close out stock we have left.
Wehaveasur- TIIDCDflCC DCIDI Extra (luality bulbs, 4-6 inches in circumference,
plus, also, of lUDCnUaC rCAIlL perfect shape, SOc. per lOO ; ^4.00 per tOOO
SPEAK QUICK IF YOU WANT THESE BARGAINS.
Our Wholealc List of Palms, Decorative Plants, etc., will be sent tree on application.
F. R. PIBRSON CO..
TARRYTOWN-ON-HUDSON, NEW YORK.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
1000 METEOR ROSES
For $75.00; $8.00 per 100. Fine, Strong, Clean Stock.
1000 NEW CANNA AUSTRIA
For $80.00: $10.00 per 100. Fine Stock.
PALMS, FERNS and DRACIENAS o[ every Kind, Size and
Price. BAY TREES all Sizes, All for tlie Trade.
FRESH PALM SEEDS JUST ARRIVED
KENTIA BELMOREANA,
SEAFORTHIA ELEGANS,
$7.50 p r 1000.
$5.00 per 1000.
SIEBRECHT & SON,
Rose Hill Nurseries, NEW ROCHELLE, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Special Offer to Close Out
CANNAS-Fine Strong Stock.
Per too Per 1000
From 3 and 4 in. pots— 50 Mllie. CrOZ.'C, $4 00
200 Chas. Henderson, 4 oo
150 J. C. Vaughau, 5 00
75 Souv. de A. Crozy, 8 00
STARTED PLANTS— 1000 Mme. Crozy, 3 00
50 Star of '91, 3 00
100 St. Hilaire, 3 00
100 Austria, 6 00
BUKBANK, .... 75c. each.
DORMANT ROOT.S— Bouvier, 3Ime. Crozy, and Chas.
Henderson at 3 00 |15 00
CHRYSANTHEMUMS -?2.«<> p^'^ *<>0' *2° p" ^oo<>-
^"**- * v3Ai\ 1 lllviUUiWO M^jor lionnaffon, K. Dailledouze, Gladys
SpauldinR, The Queen, Mrs. Terrin, Ivorine Rose, W. H. Lincoln, Wm. .Simpson, Miss
lohnson. Merry Monarch, W. C. Egan, Erminilda, W. N. Rudd. $4.00 per 100;
$35 per 1000.— S. T. Murdock, Phryne, Violet King, Liberty, Mrs. Battles, Tippe-
canoe, Mrs. W. P. Raynor, E. A. Kimball, F. B. Hayes, Red Warrior, I'eabody.
fiPP A TVIf T\1R — 500 Beaute Poitevine, from 4 in. pots, at |4 per 100. From
^'*-''»-'^-'-^**-'-^»*^ 2}^ in. pots, at tS.SO per 100; $20 per 1000.— Henri de
Hornier, Crystal Palace Gem, Madonna, Marvel, La Fontaine, Mrs. r. ^L (laar. At |3 per
100; $25 per 1000. — Mrs. E. G. Hill, Mme. Buchner, Mme. Ch. Molin, Mrs. A. Blanc,
,S. A. Nutt, Leonard Kelway, Gettysburg. At .$8 per 100. -Mme. de la Roux, Mme.
Jaulin, Mme. Hruant, and Alph. Ricard.
BEGONIA VERNON-Finc 3 inch Stock. Haoo^e'rim
BOSTON FERN-Strong 2^ in. Slock. 'irL'lWperfobo''
THE COTTAGE GARDENS, QUEENS, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchnnge
640
SEBSOPBLE SEEDS!
PRIMULA FIMBRIATA
(Chinese PrimroBel.
Rubra (Keii), Alba (Whit. ), Alba Mag-
nlflca, Rubra Vlolacea, Cbls-wick
Red. Meteor, -Villasre Maid or
Cbolce Mixed.
Trade Packages. 50c. and »1.00.
CINERARIA
Hybrida Graudiflora ohnioe miAprt,
Kxtra Klue Owarf Mixed. Graudi-
Bora Keriueslna, Dbl. Flowerinsr.
Trade Packages, 50c. and Iftl.OO.
CALECOLARIA
WM. ELLIOTT & SONS
NE"W YOKK.
Whpn Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
5TURNIPSEED. ^ikiETiEs
t ■ CUCUMBER SEED. KestkindsforPicklinK.
R First consiK'nment .if Our "SURE CROP" ENG-
i^'^" MUSHROOM SPAWN &?;Te?:
6 ter tlian ever. Prices right to Dealers.
I WEEBER X DOH, 'fn'dSJ'J'rr
8 114 UhambersSt., NEW YORK CITY.
Xhe I=i-orists* Exchange.
J. L. SCHILLER, Rutherford, N. J,
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
P. OUWERKERK,
1 1 23 Summit Ave., Jersey City, N.J.
Just received from our Hollan(J
Nurseries :
RHODODENDRONS, AZALEAS,
SPIRCA JAPONICA, LILIUM SPECIOSUM,
P/EONIES, . BLEEDING HEART,
POT GROWN LILACS, HYDRANGEA IN SORTS
CLEMATIS and H. P. ROSES, m the beetaorte
PRICES MODERATE.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
..PANSY SEED...
Mixed together of Bugnot, CasHier. Odler,
Trlmardeau. and many Olher varieties*
i4 oz., $2.00; loz., $3.60.
" ■ pots perlOO,$100
' yellow. " 1 1)0
ALTBRNANTHERA,
GBKANiri>IS, mixed, 3 in
PRIMBOSKS, 2ineh pots..
Cash with order.
JOS. H. GUNNINGHIM, DELAWARE, OHIO.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Fresi Seeils-Gaila Bums.
Apple Geranium (true), 35 cts. pkt.; $1.00
i,H. lullO seeds ; $7..W per 10,000 seeds.
Musa Eusete. 75cts. per 100 seeds; $6 00
per 11)1111 seeds.
Seafortbla EleKans, 40 cts. per 100 seeds;
$3 Oil per lOUO seeds.
C> perus Alternlfollus, 25 cts. per pkt.
Ptaortuiuin Xenax, 25 cts. per 100 seeds ;
Si 00 per IIKIU seeds.
P. Xenax Variesata, 50 cts. per 100
Id for prices on Calla Lilies, August and
amber delivery. Send for Trade List of
Novelties and Specialtlesfor Autumn delivery.
MRS THEODOSIA B. SHEPHERD
;n Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Pansies Worth Raising. .
NEW CROP SEED.
Exceptionally well developed, can be had
now in packages containnig about 3'im seeds
tor Jl.OO per packiige.
CASH WITH ORDER.
C. Soltau & Oo.'"A'vf.u"e." Jersey City. H. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VAUTIER'S
PANSIES!
SEED
SEED
NEW CROP NOW READY.
ROEHIMER'S SUPERB PRIZE P&NSIES.
Odler, Caesie
""the.
«3 00 per « oz ; $1.75 per !., "Z.
black. In separate coloiB. ♦100
readj September 15Lh. Cash wiiii oraei-,
PETER BROWN,
Wholesale Pansy Grower, LANCASTE R, PA.
When Writing Metitlon Florists' Exchange
KENTUCKY BLUE GRASS (POA PRATENSIS).
CHAS. E. PRUNTY,
MAIN AND MARKET. SA!NT LOUIS.
W^hen Writing Mention Florists' Exchange ^__^_
Seed, $1.25 per M ounce.
Plants, $5.00 per 1000;
75c. per 100; 2500
for $10.00.
♦ ALBERT M. HERR,
X ARE THE BEST. Lancaster, pa.
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i HERB'S PANSIES
■ iFiaicES 03sr.
BULBS, ROOTS, and DECORATIVE PLANTS,
For Fall Delivery, Now Ready. Send for Catalogue.
F. W. O. SCHMITZ, JERSEY CITY, IS. J.
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ALLEN'S DEFIANCE MIGNONETTE
New Crop, Growing Outside and Looking Fine, will be Ready August 1st.
to prove good under proper
at $1.00 per pkt
This stock Is all g
reatment. $1.00 per a
Still a little of thee
I from special selected spikes and i
3 cts. per packet.
lal crop left which will germioate about 50 per
CHARLES H. ALLEN, FLORAL PARK, N. Y.
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PRIMULA SINENSIS SEED
The Wm. Scott strain (grown by Wm. Scott, Buffalo), includes ;
Our "GREAT SCOTT MIXTURE," from assortment of 10 varieties.
Also 4 SEPARATE COLORS, Single White, Pink, Ked and Double Red.
Sold only in sealed Trade Packets, at each, 60 cts. Liberal reductions on larger
orders as per Free Priced Circular List, for which apply to Sales Agent.
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H. H. BERQER & CO., (
ESTABLISHEDn
l£78. )
Importers and Exporters of Bulbs, Seed, Palms, Rare
Shrubbery from the United States, Japan, Australia and
Europe, will hereafter transact all business for the
EASTERN STATES from their offlcein New York City.
Address all letters to 220 Broadway, (Rooms N and 0, 13th floor), New York.
READY FOR JULY AND AUCUST.
FREESIAS (Large sizes are very scarce).
CAL,LA EXHIOPICA (Send orders NOW).
LIXXt,E GK« CAt,l,AS (Improved variety). A REAL GEM.
CIL,. l,ONGIFI.,OIllIM EXIMIUM, the Best for Forcing. Produces more flowers
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MAMMOTH PANSY.
Dials' from flori&ts from all parts of the U. S. prals-
its size and merits. Trade pkt.. JI.CO; oz.. f 4.00.
H. G. FAUST & CC.Vi.t.^Se'JiSrr'plV
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SROEiWER'S SUPERB PRiZE PANSIES, §
;; The finest strain otPaniles in the World. IJ
^, Introducer and Grower of all the leading Novelties '^
5 Hlobest Award. International EihibilloD, ffl
* Hamburg, 1S97. t'atalosue free on application. 0
I FRED. ROEMER. Seed Grower, g
i Quedlinburg, Germany. Q
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PANSIES.
'crnerRria-D^
«rf '
nne
mixed, trade pkt.. 25o.
lUlilS- »il
nihi
H*,"^'.
Kraudltlorum, 25 seedB, 25c.
Cash or Credit, Trade List Free.
CO.ME AND SEE MB.
H. BEAULIEU, Belmont Ave., WOODHAVEN, N. Y.
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NEW CROP SEED NOW READY
— OF —
Dd KOld."— B0S(07l
GIANT MARKET and GIANT FANCY
STRAINS, iii trade pkts., at$l each.
Printed directions with every package.
DENYS ZIRNGIEBEL, Xeediiaiii, Mass.
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PANSY SEEDS
The best comraernial strain for general use
is the DIAIttO?«0 SXJEtAI?i. Large
flowers, thict velvety petals, and the greatest
variety of rich colors aad markings. "Once
used, always used." Seed American grown,
and it grows.
From S. T.~Matnard. Professor of Horticulture at the
Masg. Agricultural College and Direc^tor of the Horticul-
tural Department of tSe
Amherst. " " -"
Experiment Station,
Pansy seeds. Diamond
L. W. GOODELL, 'l^M. DWIGHT, iWASS.
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PANSIESI
THE JENNiNGS' STRAIN
MR. E.
Of finest American grown Pansy seed; new
crop now ready, saved from the very finest
selected plantp, all large flowering, in great
variety and most splendid colors : without
doubt the finest strain in the market to-day.
The following complimentary letter is one of
many received every year;
Buffalo. N.T.. June 8th. '97.
INGS. Dear Sir: The Pansy Seed
^^ „ ast AusuBt produced the finest lot
of pansies 1 have ever seen. They were uniformly
first-class. Send me one oz. of your best mixed as
soon as you are ready. Ke»P'>=Wi;17j»^'„«'ge„^.,.
Try a packet of Jennings' finest mixed strain
and you will not be disappointed. Finest mixed,
per pkt. of 2500 seed, $1.00; $6.00 per oz.; $3.00
per H oz.; 3 oz.. $15.00. White, yellow, black
and blue, in separate colors, $1.00 per pkt.; 60c.
per }^ pkt, postpaid by mail. Price to Seeds-
men on application. Cash with order.
E. B. JEHHIHGS,''°2"54"." Soatliport, Conn.
GROWER OF THE FIMEST PANSIES.
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J uly lo, i8g7
The Plorisxs' Exchange.
641
SEED TBPE POUT.
Points and Informatloo from seedameD, and all
Interested In this column, soUolted. Address
Bditor SuBD Trade, oars of Floribts' Ei-
OHANQB, p. 0. Box 1697. New York.
Ilower and field seed have been dis-
tributed by the Department of Agri-
culture during the past spring. This
distribution has given to each member
iif Congress 40.000 packages of seed at a
total cost of $130,000. Over a million of
these packages were flower seed and
nearly 300,000 field seed, the balance be-
ing a great variety of vegetables. In
the <
ibuti(
riy
agri-
riety of vegetable
culturists was distributed. There
32 varieties of beans. 10 varieties of
beets, 23 varieties of cabbage, 11 varie-
ties of carrots, 19 varieties of sweet
corn, 18 kinds of cucumbers, 30 kinds of
lettuce, 19 varieties of muskmelons, 17
kinds of watermelons and 15 varieties
of onions. The entire amount of seeds
distributed was sufficient to plant an
area of 355 square miles, or about six
times the size of the District of Colum-
bia.
This is the largest distribution of
seed ever attempted by the Depart-
ment of Agriculture, and it is said that
seedsmen all over the country are com-
plaining that they do not make sales
to farmers and others because they are
getting all the seed they want free
from the Department of Agriculture.
The distribution of seed in 1893
amounted to 8,800 packages for each
member of Congress, at a total cost of
$66,548: in 1894 each Congressman got
16,000 packages, the entire cost to the
government being $57,000; in 1895 the
number of packages of seeds distrib-
uted was the same as in the previous
year, but the total cost was reduced to
$47,000. In 1896 Congressmen got IF). 000
packages each, and the government
paid $80,500 for the whole lot. During
the past spring each member of Con-
gress has received 40,000 packages of
seeds, for which the government has
paid $130,000.— "Washington Star."
Philadelpbia — Mr. W. Atlee Burpee
sailed for England and the Continent
per steamship Germanic, of the White
Star Line, on Wednesday, July 7. He
will reach England in good time to see
the sweet pea trials of Henry Eckford
at their best, and thence will take a run
over to the Continent, sailing for home
on the Columbia, from Hamburg, Au-
gust 12.
Early Cousig:nmeiits of Lilies — Ber-
muda lilies have been received in small
parcels by several stores and dealers.
This early shipment arrived on the
same date as three years ago— June 30;
but there seems to be little gained by
such extreme early delivery, for many
cases have had to be returned owing to
the bulbs being so green and badly
ripened, and cautious dealers have not
delivered the full complement of bulbs
as per order, not considering the stock
up to grade. The Orinoco is due Mon-
day next and is expected to bring in a
very heavy cargo of lily bulbs. These
are expected to be in good shape and
well ripened. Prices are holding steady
so far and the prospects are for a sat-
isfactory season's business. Rumors
about the supply are conflicting; some
announce a shortage; others say the
bulbs are plentiful.
Ca/ifornta Seeds.
The weather of late has been cool,
causing everything to take on a better
appearance. It certainly has a bene-
ficial effect on everything that is in
bloom. The seed districts at Gilroy
have been very fortunate in having
heavy fogs every morning. At Santa
Clara the fogs have been less preva-
lent. The togs are nearly as good as a
rain.
Ontou Crop — This crop is now in
bloom and what heads there are are fill-
ing out well. Last year the hot weather
at this season caused the bloom to burn
and the crop was very poor. This year
no trouble of this kind has as yet pre-
sented itself. At Santa Clara some
growers complain that the second crop
of seed stalks just made their appear-
ance and then wilted away. This was
caused by the extremely dry condition
of the land.
Splnacli — This crop is Just about
harvested. The seed is somewhat
small. The crop was just a fair
one. Lettuce is now in bloom and if
this weather keeps on there will be no
shortage. Salsify is also harvested and
turned out extremely well. Radish and
carrot are doing well.
Sneet Peas — This crop has come
very early this year; in fact, some
pieces are now on the sheets ready to
be thrashed. Eckford's latest set is
now in full bloom. Salopian is of a
distinct cherry red color and would be
a grand acquisition to the list did it
not turn back. This fault comes be-
fore the bloom is fully expanded. Lady
Nina Balfour only germinated about
five per cent. It is much like Countess
of Radnor, with a pinkish tint in the
standard. Shah Zada is an extremely
dark-colored pea, being a shade darker
than Monarch; as it wilts it is nearly
black. Countess of Fowls is much like
Meteor: it burns so in this climate that
it will never become a standard va-
riety. Triumph resembles Eckford's
last year variety, Little Dorritt, with
more color in the wings. Either va-
riety will never replace Blanche Ferry.
Prince Edward of York is on the Prin-
cess Victoria type, but larger and bet-
ter. Queen Victoria is a pretty cream,
having a suggestion of pink when first
open. It is one of the best in the whole
list.
W. Atlee Burpee & Co.'s new varie-
ties show up very well. Aurora is one
of the most beautiful stripes. Maid of
Honor is an improvement on Butterfly
and ought to replace this variety, as it
is whiter in color and does not notch.
Golden Gate has peculiar-shaped wings,
while the color is a shaded mauve.
Creole does not come true to name, but
the coloring is very good. Brilliant is
a very fine scarlet and does not blacken
as do Eckford's scarlets.
Californian growers have had no
trouble in germinating Cupid this year.
The ti.'Ms |ii>s.nt a view of snow. It
is rcmaikaM. li.i\v Imig this little imp
keops u]! its liiklil appearance. All
the tall \ari.(hs an- nearly out of
bloom, but Cupid goes merrily on un-
mindful whether it has any compan-
ions. CALIFORNIAN SEEDS.
European Notes.
Crops Snffer bj Storms.
The clerk of the weather appears
to have fairly lost his head over the
Diamond Jubilee celebrations, and in
his anxiety to see that everything
passed off successfully in London he
has left the rest of Europe in the hands
of some inexperienced Juniors, who
have been leading us a pretty dance
all around. Mid-summer day found
the ground white with snow in Savoy,
while the eve of that day brought the
English growers two of the most de-
structive hail storms on record. While
it is not possible at the moment of
writing to accurately estimate the ex-
tent of the damage done, we can con-
fidently say that it must be immense.
Trees have been torn up by the roots,
and so large were the hailstones that in
some of the villages hardly one window
exposed to the fury of the storm re-
mains unbroken. It is not only this
year's crops that have suffered, but the
young plants for 1898 harvest are in
many places cut to shreds.
The Bnib Crop.
The work of digging up the tulips
in Holland proceeds apace and the ef-
fect of the dry, cold weather in May is
very apparent, in the limited number of
offsets that have been developed. The
acreage under cultivation is so exten-
sive that the supply for this year will
be ample, although the general sample
may not be quite so large as usual;
but a beneficial check has been put
upon supplies for next season, and as
many of the tulip growers have decided
to quit the trade an effort will prob-
ably be made to put this important ar-
ticle on a remunerative basis once
more.
A similar effort In the case of cro-
cuses has been quite successful and as
a consequence these are commanding
higher prices than some of the stand-
ard varieties of tulips.
Hyacinths are not yet lifted, but un-
der the influence of an almost tropical
heat are maturing very rapidly. On
the whole, they promise to be fairly
good, although reports of disease are
frequent. The old custom of planting
potatoes to take off the rankness of the
manure before planting hyacinths ap-
pears to be dying out, for it is held by
many that the yellow disease is fos-
tered In this way.
In spite of the higher prices ob-
tained when the bulbs were sold in
green auction, the quotations of the
dealers are lower than ever, and even
now it is not quite certain that rock-
bottom has been reached.
Narcissi are in much the same condi-
tion as hyacinths, and the complaints
respecting diseased bulbs are equally
numerous. Overfeeding is one of the
principal causes of this pest, as it has
been proved that fair, ordinary garden
soil produces the best bulbs and the
finest flowers. Lily of the valley crowns
are very variable in quality and great
care will have to be used in their selec-
tion. On the dry, sandy land they are
certain to be smaller than the average
florist cares to buy.
4 Visitor.
Chas. C. Massie, secretary North-
rup, King & Co., Minneapolis, is in
Europe.
EUROPEAN SEEDS.
(113) Heating; by Coll Boiler — I
have a new coil boiler about five feet
in length, three feet in height and
twenty-eight inches wide, composed of
81 pieces of li^-inch pipe, each 4 feet
long; 72 return bends and two 3-inch
run headers, making a boiler 9 pipes
wide and nine pipes high, or 324 feet of
1%-inch pipe. How should X have this
arranged for heating greenhouses as to
distance of brick work from it on sides,
back and top, using hard coal as fuel?
What style of grate would be best to
use and how far from bottom of boiler
should it be placed? Ho v much glass
should this boiler be a'..e to take care
of, where the thermor ter frequently
registers 10 degrees beli -• lero; temper-
ature inside to be nev lower than 65
degrees. Is this a g(
boiler or would it 1
longer? Would it be
more than eight pouni
.1 style of coil
better to be
ocessary to use
3 of pressure?—
E. D. CAMPBELL, . . nada.
—Set the grate s(i as to have fourteen
inches in the cleai for an ash pit and
brick in the coil, leaving about two
inches on all sides, with six or eight
inches on top, providing doors through
which the tubes can be cleaned. The
grate should be of a rocking pattern,
such as can be supplied by any of the
manufacturers of greenhouse boilers,
whose advertisements appear in this
paper. It should heat about 4.000 square
feet of glass to temperature named
with a grate about three feet long and
thirty inches wide. The general style
will answer well, but if I were to use
114-inch pipe I should make the pipes
a little longer and reduce the number
to sixty-four, arranged in eight tiers of
eight pipes each. My choice, however,
would be to use l',4-inch or 2-inch pipes
about four feet long, with sixty-four
and forty-nine pipes respectively. The
number of pounds pressure that should
be carried will depend somewhat on the
size and arrangement of the heating
pipes in the houses, and might vary
from eight to twenty
TAFT,
Heating: by Circular
Coll
(114)
Boiler — I intend putting up a small
greenhouse say 20x50 feet. I can get a
circular coil 2 Inches inside diameter,
32 feet long, 21 inches high and 18
inches across. Will the coll be large
enough to heat the house? Would brick
in and use a grate about three feet long
and the required width, and would pos-
sibly build it so that I could use the
heat from the flue. If the flue was
made of galvanized sheet iron would
it give more heat than if sewer pipe
was used?— I. G. SELTZER, Pa.
—The capacity of the heater will
depend a good deal upon the tempera-
ture desired In the house. For a house
50x20 feet, to be heated not above 50 de-
grees, it would answer very well, but I
should prefer to have rather more sur-
face In the heater for a greenhouse. I
should prefer to use it as it is to put-
ting In a flue, but It will be an easy
matter to add extra pipe In the shape
of a square coil. A grate twenty inches
square is as large as will be needed if a
temperature of 60 degrees Is' desired.
The galvanized pipe will give off heat
more quickly, but it will not be as reg-
ular. L. R. TAFT, •
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♦ Plants, Seeds and Bulbs, ♦
sot and 503 IV. 13ih St., ♦
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...SPANISH IRIS...
BLUB BBAUTY
$1.00 p*r lOOi *7.60 per lOOO.
Mrs. I. W. KERSEY, ill^X^l Haywards, Gal.
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MAMMOTH PANSY.
3 Fancy German Git
l.CO per packet nf 3000 seeds, $5.00 per
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ALL BULBS AND PLANTS
For Summer and Fall Delivery, Quoted
at Very Low Rates.
CARS OR BOATS
NEW YORK CITY.
HDLSEBOSCH BROS., Englewood, N. J.
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Prize-Winning
DAHLIAS
AN UNPRECEDEMTED RECORD.
23 First Prizes, Certificate of Merit, 2
Diplomas, and highest mention everywhere.
if you want the Very Ijcst Dahlias
W. p. PEACOCK,
Dahlia Specialist, ATCO, N.J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
HEADQUARTERS FOR
Dallas aviFreesiaBDlliii
PAMPAS PLUMES,
Palm, California Tree and Flower Seeds.
Please let 113 book your orders for
liULBS at once
ASK FOR SPECIAL PRICKS.
GERMAIN FRUIT GO. Los Angeles, GaL
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THE EXPERIMENT STATIONS.
The American ToAD.-Bulletin 46 of the
ame Station. A most interestinj pamphlet on
,he hal)lt8 anil economic value 01 this bftlra-
KlELI) BXPERIMKNTS WITU TOBACCO IN
MASSAcnusBTTS.— Bulletin 47, same Station.
DOES IT Pav to Si-hay Potatoes?— Bulletin
123. New York AKrioultural Experiment
Station, Geneva, N. Y.
The ARMY Worm. -nmietin 133, Cornell
ITnlversity, Itbaca.N. Y.
642
iivcx:
BETSCHER BROS.
BLLfllHDII GHiDIFLOHH
BraDChiDifCbryaanthemumSo
, antnemumnowermR. intend! d tci
•loom Sept. and Oct. A 1 condition, $1.00 per 100.
SMlliA-V-Strong plants (rom pots, $2.00 per 100
JOHN C. EISELE,
20th & Ontario Sts., PHILADELPHIA, PA.
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llinpelop8is VeitciiiL
POT-GROWN SEEDLINGS,
$3.00 per 100; $25.00 per 1000.
J. KiDLETZ,''iV°''Dongan Hills, N.Y.
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AMPELOPSIS VEITCHII
bafleltil and Golde
ts. »2.00per 100.
nch, $5.00 per 100.
Bedder,
Strong, healthy, j
Double Grant Ge
bloom, $1,00 per lOO.
Coleni ■■ ■ -
2!^lnc
8niila
WillE
EVERITT &, INSALL, Hackettstown, N. J.
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SMILAX!
2^5 inch best of stock ready for planting.
$2.00 per 100; $18 per 1000.
ADOLPH G. FEHR, Belleville, Ills.
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ASPARACOSPLUfflOSANANA
A. B. DAVIS & SON, Purcellville, Va.
(Near Washington, D. C.)
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SXROPf G and 'WEI^l, GROWN
SMILAX PLANTS
FRED. SCHNEIDER, Cleveland, Ohio.
T51 Crawford Road.
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SMILAX PLANTS
Ithy, $1.75 i
$12.00 a 1(
100; I
r.OOalOOO.
..OOaW in.. ,1.00 a. 00;
CELERY. (Transplanted; line). White Plume
and Ulant Pascal. $2 50 a 1000. CAULIFLOWER
Early London, $2.60 a 1000 CABBAGE. Kleld-
Krown, BtronR. Fottler's Brunswick and Large
Drumhead, $1 60a 1000. Write tor priceson laree lots.
Cash with order please.
R. KILBOURN, - Clinton. N. Y.
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SMILAX
2'.^, $2 60 per 100; strong
aoral work, $1.00
F. A. BALLER, Bloomington, III.
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GREAT REDUGTIOII IN PAGES
FOR X^VO -WEEKS.
50,000 CELERY 1»1,AISX8, from
seed bed. 6 to 8 in. high., White Plume,
White Perfection and Golden Self-
Blanching, per 1000, by mail, $1.00.
Cash with order.
GEORGE J. HUfiHES, Berlin, N.J.
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The Fi-orists' Exchange.
Nephrolepis Exaltata Bostoniensis.
In large and small quantities from $40.00 to $80.00 per 1000.
MINE IS THE GENUINE STOCK.
FRED. C. BECKER, 1 730 Cambridge Street, CAMBRIDGE, MASS.
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I^AXAKJIA BORBOMICA 3 inch pots, $5.00 per 100.
THE ELIZABETH NURSERY COMPANY, Elizabeth, N.J.
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PALMSJlFERNS
FINE STOCK.
WISSINOMING, PHILA., PA.
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FERNS
Write for special prices on large
quantities. Order early.
JOHN SCOTT,
KEAr SXREEX GREENHOUSES
Biaoos:x.-z-iT, it. -z-.
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BUY AT HOME
And Save 30 Per Cent. Duty.
FA'l.ItlS.— Lataola borbonica, fine specimen
plants, irom 7 and S in. pots. $2.50 eacti. Cocob
fleiuusa. Sand 6 ft. biKh. 1150 each. Seafortbia
elBKans.S ft., and Kent la Belmoreanaand Forsteri-
aua, 18to201n..50ct8. each. Kentia Belmoreana.
12 to 15 in. high. »3 00 per dor Smaller plantB to
Brow on. healthy and stocky. Latanias and Areca
Weddellana. of 8 to 10 in.slze., Pandafl
forthias.
. ■ doz. Sea-
Latanlas, from 10 to 12 in.
II others 10 per cent. dlacouDt
by the 100.
Crotoua, fine assortment, small plants, 60 cts., and
large 4J^ in. pot plants, ?1.&0 per doz.. in variety.
Dracupna recurvaia, 5 in. pots, flne plants, 93.00
per doz. Ferns, In sorts, from 50 cts. to $1 00 per
doz. Selaslnella Emlliana. 50 cts. per doz
niarania zebrlna, Allamandas, Jessa-
mlnest HanseTierast 50 cts to $1.00 per doz
lUaKDolia erandiflora and Aucaba .Tapontca,
flne plants. In 5 in. pots. 13 00 per doz.
Gernniums, In bud and bloom, from 3^ in. pots,
double white, red and pink, $4.00 per 100 Roses,
from 3 in. pots, stocky. Meteor, Bridesmaid, Bride,
Perle. Cornelia Cook, $500 per 100: same
and Safrano, Hermosa, Duchess de Brabant. L.
Philip. M.Washington. A. Carrlere. Jacqueminot.
Magna Charta, U. Brunner. Giant of Battles, etc..
from i and 6 in. pots, $10.00 per 100, in variety.
Cash with Order, Please.
N. STUDER, Anacostia, D. C.
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FalmsJerns^Etc.
Phrenlx Farinlfera.ein. pots, strong. ..$26 00
4in.pot8 16 00
21.4 in. pots, strong. 5 00
Famila, 4 in. pots 15 00
" " 2)4in. pots, stronsr.... 5 00
" PalndoBa, a>^ in. pots, strong.. 13 00
2!^ln. pots, stronur.. 5 00
'* SylveBtrls, 3 in. pots, strong 1100
•■ Cycadifolia, 2J<5 in. pots, strong 5 00
Euterpe Ednlls, 2M in. pots, strong.. .. 7 00
C0008 Weddellana, 2)4 in. pots, strong, 10 00
Adiantum Fulvum, 2)4 in. pots, strong. 4 00
Ljgodlam .Scandens, iii in. pots, strong 4 00
Camphor Treea, 2)4 in. pots, strong..., 4 00
Grevillea Robusta, 3 in. pots, strong. . . 6 00
Strobllantlies, 2)4 in. pots, strong 3 60
Ariatolochla Cymbifera, ZH in. pots,
atrong 4 00
Arlitolochla Ornlthooephela, !H in.
pots. B' rong 4 00
Jaftmlnam Sambac, 3 in., blooming 6 00
stocli, and
JE8S»II!INEG»RDEIIS,'TJ'"'
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DECORATIVE PLANTS
At 9reatl7 Sednoed ?rlc«>,
stock large and in flne con.
Send tor new Wholesale list.
Special prices on large orders
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PALMS
AND
FERNS.
Thi LARGEST STOCK in the West.
rOS N. Halsted
CHICAGO,
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FOR SALB.
Address P. O. Box 666. AL,BAMV, HJ.Y,
Having disposed of several of my Green-
houses and the remainder being over crowded,
I have decided to offer for sale the excess, con-
sisting of the greater portion and the choicest
specimens of my collection for the past 20
years, either singly or in quantities. They are
all well established, in flnecondition, aud many
cannot be obtained in any other collection in
America. A printed list sent on application.
Sales made at reasonable prices.
£• CORDING.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
AZALEAS!
(INDICA.)
8to 9 in. heads, $16.00perl00;$146.00per 1000
9 to 10 " " 17.50 " 170.00 "
10 to 12 " " 20.00 " 190.00
12 to 14 •' " 28.00 " 260.00
14 to 15 " •• 30.00 "
PALMS, Etc.
For Palms, AspidistraB, Araucarias, etc.,
BEGONIAS.
(Erect Flowering) Single Tubtrous Rooted.
About 1 inch diam., separate colors, $8.00 per
1000 ; $70.00 per 10,000.
About 1 to 1)4 inch diam., separate colors,
$16,00 per 1000; $160.00 per 10,000.
Double Flowering.
About 1 in. diam., separate colors, $33 per 1000.
About 1J4 in. and above, sep. colors, $40 per 1000.
GLOXINIAS ^V.',fU.n..,
About ?i to 1 inch diam., mixed, $10.00 per 1000
$90.0: 1 per 10,000.
About 1 inch and aliove diam., mixed, $18.00 per
lOOU; $160.00 per 10,000.
Forcing and other Nursery stocks
grown in quantities.
CASH with paoklDg free, except on approved
Credit.
ROYAL NURSERIES,
LOUIS VAN HOUTTE PERE,
Ghent, Belgium,
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Printing...
We are outfitted to do
everything- in this line
♦ required by the florist,
♦ the seedsman and the
♦ nurseryman, from an en-
♦ velope to the most stylish
kind of a catalogue. Write
A. T. DE LA MARE PTG. and PDB. CO.
RHINELANDER BUILDING.
«OR. ROSE AND DUANE STS. NEW YORK.
Stronir plants, from pots. *2.00 per 100 i
tl8. 00 per 1000. Cash with older.
SAMUEL I BUNTING, Elmwood Ave. & 58lh St. Phlla.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
A.CUNEATUMFERNS
i.S,'^°e'r'
100. Special
SHIPPERS OF CUT FLOWERS.
yvc -w^ant Stock Rubber Plants.
884 Erie St.,
Cleveland, O.
Mention Florists' Exchange
I JULIUS ROEHRS, I
J Headquarters lor ♦
iPalms and Decorative Plants,!
♦ RUTHERFORD, N. J. I
'*' P. 0. Address. - Carlton Hill. N. J.^
♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»♦♦
Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FOR SALE CHEAP.
1 l>ataaia Borb6nica, 6 ft. high. 8 wide.
t Dicli.onla Aiiturticn. 5 ft. hlnh.
•i DracKna Au.lraiis, 10 ft. high.
1 Rubber Tree, 9 ft high.
600 Wliite Verbenas, One plants.
•Z Larite NiKhc Blooniins Cereua, (trne)
H. W. HALES, - Ridgewood, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FEBH FTEmS WM
now READV.
In excellent condition, from 3!4 in. pots.
R. WITTERST/ETTER, Sedamsville, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
UTANIA BORBONICA
21/2 INCH POTS.
StrouK, Ss.oo per loo. Casta.
EDWIN A. SEIDEVi/ITZ,
36' W. LEXINGTON ST., BALTIMORE, MD.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FERNS**
Pterls Serrulata, Pteris Cretica alba,
" " Densa. " Adiantoides,
** " Magnifica Aspidium Tenemensee.
Onychiuni Japonica.
$3 50 Per 100. CASH WITH ORDER.
CHAS. F. BAK£R, UUca, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
July lo, 1897.
The F=i-orists* Exchhncb.
643
Japanese Floral Art.
In a very interesting article on this
subject, appearing in a recent issue of
the Chicago Post, the contributor has
the following to say o£ the present day
floral art of our country:
"Americans are quick to grasp that
which is good, and once we are pre-
sented with bouquets correct in com-
position, faultless in taste, artistically
receptacled and aesthetic as only Jap-
anese fingers can make them, will it not
be surprising if afterward we gate
upon our chaotic masses of roses, lilies,
maidenhair ferns, flanked by masses
of green, inappropriate vessels— I re-
peat, will it not be a bit surprising if
we do not experience a keen sense of
humiliation in our national ignorance
of the very fundamental principles of
so delicate, polite and refining an art?
We certainly possess more real latent
aestheticism than we are credited with,
and once fully aroused, and our aes-
thetic faculty exercised as constantly
and developed as fully as is our busi-
ness talent, there is no reason why
Americans should not have an estab-
lished school of arrangement, the style
of which would be both artistic and
aesthetic, though based upon strict
American technicalities, as any of the
different schools of Japan.
"Our massive bunches of flowers seem
to carry their sale-ticket ever upon
them, revealing the commercial valu-
ation put upon them rather than an un-
derlying appreciation of the aesthetic
value of each and every flower, and
that impulse will be welcomed, coming
from what source it may, which will
tend to the subversion of that omni-
present spirit which so generally mars
our perfect enjoyment of the beau-
tiful."
He then proceeds to treat of Japanese
floral arrangement as follows:
To appreciate their highly artistic
flower arrangement we must view flow-
ers and floriculture from the Japanese
viewpoint. The term hana means more
to the Japanese mind that its English
equivalent, flower, and includes all
shrubs, trees, evergreens, and even the
reddening maple leaf is one of their
seven autumn flowers. They do not
value a single bloom as highly as a
growing plant, but strive by giving an
open character to their compositions to
simulate, in thoir arrangement of cut
flowers, the growing plant. The devel-
opment of the plant life is what par-
ticularly interests them, not a mere
physical delight in the bloom. With us
only masses of bloom and leaves play a
part.
This conception of flower life gives
rise to the fundamental principles of
their floral art of arrangement; and in
all their schools, each of which claims
to be the only true exponent of fine art,
and to possess secrets called hidden,
only imparted to the very proficient,
this art of arrangement is based upon
the representations of floral growth.
The first and fundamental principle is
that the lines showing the direction of
branches form the basis of all floral
art. This is called the "language of
line," and certain fixed rules govern it
in all the schools.
As floral growth and vitality are
what he wishes to express, the Japa-
nese artist will study carefully the
lines of the plant as it proceeds out of
the earth. In arranging flowers in re-
ceptacles he regards the water as the
earth which nourishes the plant, and
the dilTerent stems or branches must
rise out of the water by the same nat-
ural rules by which they rise from the
earth.
In this respect he has mastered na-
ture's methods, and a true artist will
carefully avoid weak bends and angles
at the base, which indicate weakness,
and impart the idea of strength and
vigorous growth by keeping the stems
or branches united to some distance
above the water.
Of course to effect this natural de-
velopment the arranger must be per-
fectly familiar with the flowers he
uses, in all their stages of plant lite,
and for this reason plants v/hich would
with us be rought as "rare" would be
immediately rejected, and we find our
pet idea of "choiceness" associated
with rarity directly opposed to all their
of i
ITo be continued )
BOUVARDIA r^frioT^^i
$3.00 per 100.
and Red, single
VIOLETS Lady Hume Campbell. 2% inch
ASPARAGUS Tfn'^il'^^^'sf^Z'dJz^eT
$8 OO per 100
Cash with order pleaae.
R. VINCENT JR. i SON, White Marsh, Md.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CABBAGE PLANTS \Z'SJ^if:i\'^'Tm
moo Lurife Held grown plants. C'elerjr PlanI
OXCifL.^ INT XXJ3VES .
Bruaut. eitra, »6.C0 per lOOi »50(IO per 1000.
runni, i^ in. pots. »3.00 per 100; Iffi 00 per 1000.
Lied bent lars.. »6.00 per 100. Heliolrope, 2«
HYDRANGEA OTAKSA
2« Inch pots. »3.00 per 100. Cash with order.-
SAMUEL J. BUNTING, Elmwood Ave. & 68th St. Phlla.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
YIDim Mf SP[CIUTf
All flrst-class plants. Orders received nnw
for fall plantlnit Marie Louise, Lady
Campbell, Swaiiley -VVtalte. Kar-
Quliar, Priucesse de Galles, Cali-
fornia. Price on application.
FERD. BOri.ON. Sea t'iill. I.. I., N. V.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
250,000 GELERYPLiTS
Koldeii Dwarf, 'White Plume, and
Giant Pascal, :!0ct8. perlOU; SI. 75 per
1000. Cultivated and strong. Send 10ot». for
HORACE RIMBY, Collageville, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florldts' Exchange
VEGETABLE PLANTS
Celery, strong, w
Celery, ordinary.
Pepper
Cabbage
Caullflo'wer
rooted »0 30 $1 60
25 3 00
15 1 00
25 200
Strawberry Plants. Potted. Oarrle and
Karlfest (new varieties), also Brandyvvine,
Tennessee and Gandy.
TRADE PRICE LIST FREE.
Samples for Stamp.
E. C. HARGADINE, Felton, Del.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CABBAGE PLANTS,
rS Cents per 1000.
E. Summer. Wlnnlgstadt. Succession. Fottler'a
Srunswlcb and Flat Dutch.
E. J. HULL,, Olyphant. Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CELERY
PLANTS ^rr"
«1.00 per 1000: (9.1
Most Practical Book on Celery GrowlnK. 75 cti.
PETER J. SCHUUR, Kalamazoo, Mich.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
YEGETABLE PLANTS
m Flat
Hock
Red and Drumhead Savoy. Field grown;
16c. perlOO; $1.00 per 1000; $8.60 per 10,000.
CELERV— Dwarf Golden Heart, Golden
Self Blanching, Giant Pascal, New Rose.
White Plume and Giant Parque Celeriac.
15c. per 100; $1.00 per lOOO; $8.60 per 10.000.
Casta 'wltta order.
R.VINCENT JR. & SON, White Marsh, Md.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PEACH ANO PLUM TREES DEEPv^Kll-i^^t.
Reliable and clean stock at low wholesale rates.
All desirable leading varieties of PEACHES old
Very larga stock o(PLl!I»l TREES all on plum
Foots, one and two years. Buds can be supplied of
these also, either from nurseries or orchard trees.
Have all the leading Japanese varieties. Abundance,
Burbank, Chabot. Satsuma, Wlllard an I otaers ;
alsothe new Red June and Wlckson In good supply.
Usual stipply also of Asparaeus Rootw to offer.
ALEXANDER PULLEN.Milford Nurseries. Milford, Del.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FORCING BULBS
Special Import Price List Ready.
=CANNAS=
BURBANK - ■ 75c. ITILIA - - - 40c.
YEL.CR0ZY-S1.50 AUSTRIA- - -ZOc.
All Standard and New at Market Price.
VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE,
NEW YORK, CHICAGO,
14 Barclay St. 84-86 Randolph SI.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
AMERICAN BEAUTY,
A. S. MAG BEAN, Lakewood, New Jersey.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
STORRS & HARRISON CO., K^
PaineSVille, Fruit and Ornamental Trees,
million Roses and million of
Wholesale Nurserymen and Florists, g??.'t-oTeSo'denc'rSi1ci!S
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
F. E. McAllister co.
SEED AND BULB MERCHANTS,
69 CORTLANDT STREET, NEW YORK.
Seasonable Florists' Flower Seeds.
Primula Sinensis Flnibrlata, alba,
alba magnlflca. Uriglit red, rose, blue or
mixed. Per Trade Put., (250 seeds), %1.
Per Trade Pkt., $1.
Calceolaria James' Prize: Strain.
Per Pkt., $1.
Cyclamen Perslcum Grandl
florum. Per 100 seeds, $1 : lOUO seeds, $B.
Pansy Bugnot, Fieneli tcrown seed. Per
oz., $12. German grown seed, per oz., $6.
".. JOHN S. GARRISON, Assignee, 69 Cortlandt St., N. Y.
When Writing Mention Flo
IN THE PRESS.
Che Slater Garden
(PROFUSELY ILLUSTRATED.)
^>^ N^N/'ll I 1>VISX1 -r FR I C^ k-Q ^ F^ .
©HIS volume, which has been prepared by the foremost aiiuaticulturist of the country, and to
whose efforts the present growing popularity of the Water Garden is largely due, is designed
to serve as a SOUND, PRACTICAL CULTURAL HANDBOOK for amateur and professional alike.
The book will be freely illustrated with plates and illustrations in the text, and will
describe all operations, from the growing of plants in tubs to construction of the large pond,
planting, seed saving, propagation, wintering, and all other neces.sary details of cultivation.
-•-♦ ORDERS RECEIVED NO'W. *-►-
DE LA MARE PTG & PUB. CO., Ltd.,
Box 1697, New York.
6' r.|.lal.l iim
lied down to a summer basis.
Jottings.
Among the list of judgments en-
tered in the courts the past week was
Elizabeth Taylor against Charles B. E.
Taylor, E. Clifton Taylor and Taylor
Bros.; note tor $2,100.
Henry A. Dreer, Inc., received a ship-
ment of Lilium Harrisii on July 1, the
first of the season in this city. The
bulbs were in good condition.
Harry Bayersdorter arrived home on
Saturday last from a very successful
business trip to Europe. He has se-
cured a fine line of new gooas and
many novelties in the florists' supply
line.
flun Club Items.
The Florists' Gun Club has been
very active recently and is making
every effort to keep the members in
good practice so as to make a good
showing at Providence in August, and
from all indications the gun clubs from
other cities will have to exert them-
selves in the shooting contest. Buffalo
and Syracuse teams are asked to take
notice. At the meetmg of the Gun Club
on Tuesday last one of the members,
Mr. Jones, presented the club with a
very handsome gold medal to be shot
for during the remainder of this sea-
son and into next year. The handicap
is different from any previous shoots
and will, no doubt, suit all parties. At
each shoot each marksman will shoot
at 50 targets— 25 known and 25 unknown
angles — and points \\\\\ l->e awarded on
the percentage of targets broken by
each gunner, the number of points
varying according to the number of
contestants; the high scorer at each
event to hold the medal till the next
Club Kens.
The meeting on Tuesday evening
last was a very successful one, the at-
tendance being very fair considering
the extreme warm weather. The sub-
ject selected by the Essay Committee
for the August meeting is: "A Discus-
sion on the S. A. F.," to be opened by
the president of the club, John Burton.
A committee was appointed to arrange
tor an afternoon's outing or picnic dur-
ing July. The present inclination is to
go
Wis
mg.
appointed
portation to. and hotel accommodation
at, Providence, R. I.
DiRCQSslon on Department Stores.
The essay of the evening, "Is It Pol-
icy to Sell to Department Stores?" was
then read by Joseph Heacock. The
essay, while short, was to the point,
and set forth that selling to these
stores could not be stopped. Each
grower had his own individual right to
sell to whom he pleased and any grower
who saw a chance to move a large
quantity of plants quickly, with pay-
ment at thirty days, would certainly
not miss the opportunity. The essay
brougiit out quite a discussion.
Thomas Cartledge said that he was
positive that since the depaitnient
stores had sold plants the plant sales
in his store had dropped oft. The de-
partment stores made quick sabs li.v
judicious advertising. In one instance
a customer of theirs had bought a load
ot plants from a departmei't store that
could have been bought equally as
cheap in his store.
D. D. L. Farson said that he was too
young in the business to say whether
or not the department stores were in-
jurious to the retail stores; and while
he felt that the latter could not stop
the grower from selling to the depart-
ment stores, yet, using an old phrase
when railroads were first built in the
city, "while we cannot stop them we
might check the speed."
Robert Craig said that as he had sold
to the department stores he probably
ought to say something about the pol-
icy ot doing so; and he felt, so far, that
he had not done wrong in selling to
these stores. For instance, he had a
lot of rubbers that he offered to the
trade at $1.50; no one wanted them.
Some said they were too large for store
trade. He reduced the price to $1.25
and In three months only sold six
plants. A buyer from a department
lall jha isl III. 11 It UMUM i..' Iia.l policy
I., si-ll I., lli.aii: I. Ill lp illil lii.l r.-el that
lli->' .Inl Injur., lli.. Liail -I s in the
iLiiK run. Th.. .|..|.anni.-iit si., res had
come to slay, and aitiiougii legislative
action had been attempted to stop them
yet it was a difficult problem, as a bill
to prevent department stores from ope-
rating would close up all the small
country stores, which were all depart-
ment stores. It selling to the latter
did injure the business ot the retail
stores, then the trade should get to-
gether and refuse to sell to department
President John Burton then called
the vice-president, Mr. Westcott, to the
chair and took the lloor. He said that
this was -^ I- a .. stores, he thought it the
.1 to sell to them. This
II III I I i.il.l before the Board of
I .1 - 1 1 I he flrm and they had
conciuiii-d not to sell to any depart-
ment store, but to protect in every pos-
sible way the legitimate florist. He
did not believe that the retail florist
had sold fewer plants, as the firm's
business in this city had increased
much beyond their expectations. The
roses sold by tne department stores
were not suited to this climate, were
only fit for pot purposes, and he was
glad to think that the proposed tariff
would stop their sale, to some extent.
He believed that more retail florists
should be heard from on this question;
it was a vital one to them, and in his
opinion an effort should be made to
stamp out the business ot department
si.ii. s in the florist line. He also stated
ilial his firni was very careful in send-
iir- MS Hade list only to those who were
la answer to a question by Presi-
dent ihiii..n it .h.lin W'anamaker was
not entiil. .1 i.. .i itii.l. list, the speaker
said that un.l. .ui.i . llx h.- was; but that
he g.j
aid
order
Owing to the late hour, the discussion
was carried over to the next meeting,
the president stating that he hoped the
members would give the matter due
thought and be prepared then to dis-
cuss it fully. DAVID RITST.
Providence.
Tr»de is Quiet.
Business in this vicinity has
reached its usual summer quietness,
althnugh it held good up to July 4,
.1. IS \\,-,s ..N.i-, Th.. .ally closing move-
111. Ml is II. .w 111 \.,LJU... the stores clos-
ing at i; .. . I...k i.vciy afternoon, while
a further movement is on toot to close
at 1 o'clock Saturday afternoons.
Con?en(ion Topics.
The approaching S. A. F. conven-
tion in this city is the one theme of
conversation among the members of
the local club, and florists who are not
members are taking up the matter and
displaying considerable interest and
eiilhusiasm. Tlie preparations tor the
1- riaiiiiii -111 and reception ot the
' ..ii\ . iiii.n 111.- rapidly maturing and
will s,,..n 1... all completed.. It is the
expectation of the local committee that
they will be able to tender a reception
second to none yet given and, at the
same time, not interfere with the busi-
ness programme or arrangements ot
the convention itself. On Sunday last
Messrs. F. Macrae, W. Chappell, A.
Miller and A. Rennie visited Newport
and were royally received by the guild
in that city. They found that there
plans were being made for an appro-
priate observation ot the occasion, and
it is now apparent that while the con-
vention will be held in this city the so-
cial zenith of the event will be at the
City by the Sea. It is a little prema-
ture to attempt at this time to give the
outline of the programme, but by an-
other week it is hoped that matters will
have so settled themselves that this
will be possible. W. H. MASON.
Index to Advertisers.
(149
AsparaKua
Davis ABiSon.... M2
ElUoUWmH 661
MacBean A 8 643
Vincent R Jr & Sons 643
EiseleJO 642
Merkel C & Son 649
Auction Sales.
McCarthyNF t Co. 661
Bceonlas
Cottage Gardens.... 639
Doyle J A 619
Uoar.l or Trade.
National Florists'.... 6S3
Bolbsanil Roots
Bailer F A 6
Berger H H & Co 6
Clucas&Boddinglou 6
Ellis* PoUworth... 6
Germain Fniit Co... 6
Holeebosoh Bros 6
Hopp k Lemke
Logan av Greeuh's
Renard Jos.
Taylor E J
. Chrysanlheniui
i Beckert T F
Cottage Gardens
Eisele C
Hackett John * Co.
Lang John
Merkel 0 4 Son
Murpbey R H
' Smith N & Son
1 Weber H& Sous.. ..
I Wood Bros
Ken
! I W..
640
Plerson F R Co 639
Bolkeriug*SonB... 6S*
SohmltzFW 0 6411
Shepherd MrsTB.. 610
Van Houtte Louis... 642
Vaughan'B Seed Store G13
HiUEGftOo
Cottage Gardens
Slebreoht* Son
Vanghan s Seed Store
Wood Bros
Dorner F & Sons Co.
Doyle J A
Gratlertft Oo
Hancock h Bon
Harrison John
Cut Klowera
Allen JK f
Allen W 3 «
Baker WJ f
Holies FA I
Dumont & Co (
Ellison Wm I
Ellis * Pollsworlh.. (
Ford Bros (
Gnnther W H (
Han Michael A t
Hoffmann HA f
Horan EC t
IlUnoisCutl-'lowerCo t
Easting WmF. ... I
Kennlcott Bros Oo. 660
Kuehn OA 651
Lynch W E..'. '.'.'.'. 6S0
McCarthy N F * 00. 651
MoKeUar Obas W... 6liO
MlllangF 650
N Y Cut Flower Co. 660
Pennook Samnel S. fifiO
Purdy & Blauvelt... 650
Boinberg Bros 660
Rogers Park PI Oo. .. 650
Bolker At F n.1lJ
Sheridan W P 050
St. Louis Our Fl Oo. 651
SunderbrucbHLCo. 050
Traendly A Sc
Welch Bros .,
Wors O. W..
Young John.
Collins Thos
Elliott WmH
Germain Fruit Co.. .
Highlands Nursery.
Kelr Wm
Nafl Plant Co
aiokseoker Chas H. . .
Baller.FA
Becker Fred C
ComlngE
Cottage Gardens...
Doyle J A
Elizabeth NursOo.
Hales H W
Hessel W J
Jessamine Gardens
LittleBeld HF
Pitcher & Man da...
Roehrs Julius
Kuxton Floral Co.
SchmitzF W O
Scott Jno
SeldewitzE A
Van Houtte Louis..
Williams Wilson Cc
WittboldOeo
Wltterstaetter R...
Aschmann G 653
BartlettGeo S 662
LitUefleld HP 653
Peters John J Oo 663
Flotvei Pots, Tubs,
Pottery Co f
WhiUdln Pottery Co t
O-liouse Bnlldin
Mealins and Vei
tilaling Itlalcrla
Oarmody J D (
Chadborn-Kennedy
Oo (
Ooldwell-Wllcoi Oo. (
Oowen'sN Sons (
Dletsch A & Co (
664
Lookland Lumber Co 652
Lord & Burnham Oo 063
Monlnger John OOo 654
Ormsby E A 054
Pierce F O Oo 654
Plenty's Horttcul
664
i T Lumber
Wolf A Q & Bro .
Wood Gla^8Co..
Second Hand. ..
Fairyiew Floral Co.
National Plant Co...
StuderN
For Sale.To Leasi
PloristHallAss'l
Heliotro
Tob'oo Oo 663
Skaboura Dip Co..
Miscellaneo
Cunningham Jos 1
Everltt « Insall...
Weober&Don 610
Nursery Stock.
Trees, Pr.lt and
Ornamental
Ja.-kson i Perkins
Storrs ft Harrison 00 613
Brown Peter 640
Herr Albert M 640
RerrI.eralors
Chocolate Cooler Co. 653
Cook, J 649
Dillon J L 619
Doyle J A 649
Ilmmans, GeoM.... 649
Floral Eichange.... 649
Foulds Thomas 649
Freeman J R 649
HeiBsJ B 619
Jackson & Perkins
Oo 819
MacBean A S 613
Merkel 4 Son 6*9
MyersSSauitman.. 619
Mat'l Plant Co 619
Ouwerkerk P 610
Palmer FE 649
Plerson PR Co... 639
Buxton Floral Co... 649
Siebrecht & Sons... 639
StuderN 642
Wood Bros 649
Allen OH 640
Beaulieu H 640
BergerH H &Co.... 610
Brown Peter 040
Burpee WAS Co.... 610
Clucas& Boddington 641
Cunningham J H.... 640
Elliott Wm ft Sous. 640
Faust H O ftOo 640
Germain Fruit Oo . . 641
GoodellL W 610
Herr A M 6(0
Jennings EB 610
LongD B 610
McAllister FEOo... 643
Prunty Cbas E 640
Rolker A ft Son 654
Roomer Fred 640
SchillerJL 640
Siebrecht 4 Son 639
ShellroadG'house Co 641
Shepherd MrsTB.. 640
SoltauOft Oo 640
Weeber&Don 640
Zirngiebel D 610
Sliralis, F-lowering
and Ornamental.
Jackson ft PerkinsCo 649
Ouwerkerk P 640
Van Houtte Louis... 642
BallerPA 612
Betscher Bros 642
Bunting S.I 64J
EiseleC 664
Eisele J 0 642
Fehr A 0 642
Hughes Geo J 612
KilbournR 642
National Plant Co... 649
Schneider Fred 642
Wood Bros 649
Sappllea and
Requisites
Bayersdorfer H ft Oo 664
Boston Letter Co ... 653
Oonley John & Son.. 662
Ellis & Pollwortb .. 061
Ellison W 651
Herrmann A 664
Kasling Wm P r!5u
Kennicott Bros Oo . . 660
Kuehn 0 A . ...... 651
Littlefield HP 663
McCarthy NPftCo.. 661
McKellar 0 W 660
Meyer Jno O ft Co. .. 653
Reed ft Keller 652
RloeM ftCo 662
Rolker A ftSone 654
Sutherland Geo A... 651
Welch Bros 662
HelesJB tM9
ToolB.etc,
EslerJGft A 652
Littlefield H P 6E3
PlercePOCo 064
Scollay Jno A 66.1
Vegetable Plants
HargadineEO 643
Hughes, deo. J 642
Hull E J 643
Kilbourn R 642
PuHen Alei 643
Rimby Horace 613
Schmidt J Oft Co... 643
SchuurPJ 643
Vincent R Jr ft Son. 643
Hales H W 642
ViB
ndVI
ElseleJG 642
Everitt ft Insall 6t2
Jackson ftPerkinsOo 649
Kadlctz J 642
Ouwerkerk P 640
Violets
BoulonPd 043
EiseleC 664
Freeman J R 649
MacBean AS 613
Merkel ft Son 649
Renard Jos 640
Vincent R Jr ft Sons 643
Wood Bros 010
Wants 661
648
Xhe Plorists* Exchange.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
Twenty-flve best varieties for cut flow-
ers: Pink, Whiteand Yellow, at $3.00 per
100; $15.00 per 1000: mj- selection, from
R.H.MURPHEY,Urbana,Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FIEID-DBOWII GflBimillS
LOGAN iVf. GREENHOUSES, Danville, III.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
J GRALLERT & CO. j
{carnation growersI
I COLMA.^^'^T.i^;"^" CAL. J
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
MORELLO
The New Scarlet.
HOPP&LEMKE/-;^ir...ncu.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
J EDW. J. TAYLOR, i
J Wholesale X
X Carnation Grower, :
:
u*
SOUTHPORT, CONN.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
niDUlTinUO Rioted CutlinRs of tlie tollow-
UAHNAI UNo Kixtocloseout 8llver)4pra;.
""""""""" W._ 8colt, Rose Queen,
Tbos. CarlledEe, Kl.2i per 100: (10.00 per 1000.
Uini TTO ('"ine runners ol Lady Campbell
VIULt 0 anO Calilornia, 6(lc. per 1(10: (5.00
JOSEPH RENARD, Unionvllle, 'r" Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Harrison's White
CARNATION.
New Carnation, sport from Wm. Scott.
JOHN HARRISON,
739 Bergen Ave., Jersey City, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FINEST STOCK OF FIELD GROWN
CARNATIONS
Ofnew and standard varieties, ready Sept-
ember and later. If you have never tried
our Carnations do so this year. Our cli-
GEOrH&NGOGK I SON, Grand Havan, Mich.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
^ f/RNATlONS I
$ F. DORNER & SONS CO., #
^ La Fayette, Ind. #
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
reliable tor slnule stem up to middle of Jul j plant-
ing. $4.00 per 100.
liiberty-l- tne late yellow, dwarf, plant now. $*.00
per 100.
GeorKinna Pilcher-A splendid yellow variety.
Muie. Kellx Perrln-An
plant. $3 00 per 100.
Mrs E. Buettner-A late i
V. Morel lUe In form, strong s
dlum sized
1 in strong healthy
XHEO. F. BECKERT,
'**"mul]bek™'pittBburg Pa SLENFIELD, P*.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
GERANIUMS
S1.40 Per 100.
from 2 and JK 1
Grant and Firebrand.
ChrysBnthemiinis es follows, at (1.00 per 100:
Major Bonuatron, L. Canning. Kate Brown, Eda
Prass and Clara Rieman.
F&IRVIEW FLORAL CO., Beatty, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CARNATIONS ALL SOLD.
SEND FOR LIST OF
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
If not already received.
H. ^WEBBR & SONS,
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
Rooted Cuttings all sold out but the
fallowing from Specially Qrown Stock.
Glory of the Pacific, Marion Henderson, $3,011
JOHPi LANO, Clilcasro, Ills.
Corner Melrose and Robey Sts.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FOR BENCHIPiG.
Glory of Pacifle, Lady Fitzwygram, Au-
tumn Bride, Wm. Simpson. $1,00 per 100.
Marion Henderson, Marquis de Mont-
mort, Yellow Queen, Geo. "W. Childs.
Mme. Felix Perrin, Mutual Friend, Pink
Ivory, Lady Playfair, Georgienne Bram-
ball, E. Dailledouze, Helen Bloodgood,
Mrs. Jerome Jones, $3.00 per 100.
Deduct 50c. per 100 on orders of 250 plants or
A GOMPLETE LINE OF NOVELTIES FOR '97
i for lowest caBh price.
NATHAN SMITH J SON, Adrian, Mich.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
A CHANGE OF AD. is Often as necessary as a
change of air, or change of diet, and for the
same reason— to keep trade and body healthy
CARNATION ROOTED CUTTINGS ALL SOLD.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS l^'^'^-^^i^'^^^Thi^^'^^s^.
villi I WMi^ I IlklWIWITIW Bergmann, Dailledouze, Maud Dean, Miss P. Pull-
man, Zulinda, llinerv.i, G. W. Childs, Niveus, Marquis de Montmort, Marion Henderson,
tuiiy u\Li the plants e\eiy day j.nd to
be on the watch tor cateipillais which
come with the hot weather we are hav
ing at piesent If these pests are hand
picked at the outset they can be kept
under control very easily, but they
must not be allowed to get the upper
hand or the foliage of the plants will
soon be ruined.
The temperature with us at present
writing has been around 100 degrees
and, therefore, syringing the houses
three times a day will be necessary in
order to counteract the dry heat. Never
let the foliage wither. Always keep the
floor well dampened down, but do not
throw too much water on the soil, else
it may get too wet. The main point
is to keep the foliage stifT. The soil
must be cultivated once at least every
week, so that the air will work it and
prevent its becoming sour. Keep the
ventilators open day and night, and the
cool night air will strengthen the plants
for another hot day.
Progress in the growth is very slight,
but if the plants are kept in a healthy
condition as soon as the weather gets
a little cooler they will make up for
lost time.
Those plants I intend to grow for
specimen show plants go in seven-inch
pots at this time, and from now on I
increase the quantity of fertilizer a lit-
tle with each potting. At the same
time I use about one to one and one-
half inches of cow manure in the bot-
tom of the pots. The plants are strong
feeders and must be well supplied in
that respect. THEO. BOCK.
to all communicatione free from animus.
lUt the optnlone expressed do not necef
larlVu reflect our own.
Chrysanthemum Tests at Cor^
nell Experiment Station.
What you say about the Cornell tests
hits the nail on the head. As far as
form is concerned I find that a great
many of our storemen prefer the in-
curved flowers, on account of their al-
ways being in good shape. I did not
know heretofore that Betty Bock was
a Chinese variety or of that type. It is a
true child of Ada Spauiding, crossed
with Harry Baisiey. I can neither con-
demn nor class White Swan in the N.
G. list; and as regards Harry Hurrell
your remarks are certainly correct.
THEO. BOCK.
Hail Storms.
Hail stones weighing S% ounces fell
at Pueblo, Colo. Harry Baker saved
some of his glass by covering it with
boards before the storm became vio-
lent. He was insured.
A lively hail storm visited Hacken-
sack and Tenafly, N. J., on Friday of
last week. This section is in the belt
which Secretary Esler facetiously des-
ignated the territory in which the in-
habitants thereof believei themselves
exempt from hail storms. Of course,
the florists of that part of Bergen
County were uninsured. E.
. T. Murdock, V. Morel, J. E. Lager, Lin
. ." - -1 Friend, John Shrimpton, Mis
arie Louise. Ezela, The Queen, Pres. W. R. Smith, Miss M. M. Johnson, Whilldin
f, Philadelphia, Mutual Friend,
JOHN HAGKETT & GO., 62d St., near Eimwood Ave., PHILADELPHIA, PA.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Saddle River, N. J.
J. G. and A. Esler have put in a six-
horse power boiler and a Smith & Vale
.steam pump, with a 7,000-gallon per
hour capacity. E.
Ridgewood N. J.
Mr. Schweinfurth, who recently pur-
chased the Forbes greenhouses, has
torn down the range and is putting up
in their place a range of iron houses,
fitted with latest appliances.
Andrew V. D. Snyder, the bulb
grower, is putting up a large seed and
fertilizer warehouse. E.
The Propagating House.
Perhaps the most critical period in
the carnation plant's history is during
its sojourn in the propagating house.
It is needless to say, then, that any es-
pecial attention given to the construc-
tion of the propagating house, or in the
care and management of it, will be
time and labor judiciously expended.
It is here, after good, healthy pips
have been selected, that the constitu-
tion of the plant is either preserved or
weakened, as the case may be. Poor
success is, in the majority of cases, the
result of irregularities due either to '
neglect or ignorance. In this the style,
position, etc., of the propagating house
plays an important part. Too often the
pips are put in a house entirely too
warm and lacking in air. Coleus, be-
gonias, etc., should have no place in the
same house with carnation cuttings.
In cases where a house cannot be de-
voted entirely to the propagation of
carnations, only such things as will be
quite at home in such a temperature
and treatment as demanded by the
carnation should be permitted to enter.
There are many styles of propagating
houses, and each has its advocates.
Very often the propagating house con-
sists simply of a bench, or a portion
of one in a house where carnations are
growing. Various degrees of success
can be obtained depending entirely
upon the management and attention
" A propagating house with an eastern,
western or southern exposure lacks
much of the convenience and merit of
a flrst-class house, inasmuch as the
temperature nf sueli a house is too
easily innuemt- d by the sun's rays, thus
nakii
nam
tempeiatuie and keep the
cuttings properly shaded.
The secret in propagating carnations
lies in keeping a correct, even temp-
erature and a constantly changing at-
mosphere. During the rooting process
the cuttings require no sunlight at all;
in fact, any given them at this time is
injurious: for this reason I prefer a
north-side house. This, in my opinion,
is a model propagating house. Its ad-
vantages over any other style of house
are so great as to make it beyond ques-
tion the proper one.
Such a house is easily made in con-
nection with the house I described in
this column last week; or, in fact, any
house built on similar lines. The south
wall should be from seven to nine feet ■
high. This will afford complete pro-
tection from the sun's rays during win-
ter, thus dispensing with the necessity
of shading, which is no small item.
When glazed with 16x24 glass the
amount of light admitted during mid-
winter is abundant for all purposes.
The ventilators should be about eight
or ten feet apart and should open at the
highest point in the house. Each ven-
tilator should rise independently of the
other, as batches of cuttings in differ-
ent stages of rooting require more or
less air, as the case may be.
H. WEBER.
wm IK BOSIHEIili.
SCHUTLEUVII.LE, N. Y.— Miss Susie Rog-
ers intends to start here in the florist's
business.
Bangor, Me.— George 15. Dorr has pur-
chased the W. E. Morton floral business on
Main street.
Amenia, N. Y.— Emily S. Concklin lias
succeeded to the florist business of .4. B.
Concklin, deceased.
Bltton, Ala.— J. J. Colmant has re-
moved to this place from Avondale, Ala.
Circulars and catalogues should be a•<• i hiiii . i . jil i m
instead ul I" in-, in\ iiin, i- tli n - i i -
Not inch 4c.
.!000 MAKIE LOUISE VIOLET.S,2i in. pots,
ready for 4 in. pots, 3c. Cash with order.
1. R. FREEMAN, 612 13th Street, N. W.,
WASHINGTON, D. C.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ROSES.
trong iii inch pliints in splendid shape.
>w Rambler Aglala, $1.00 per doz.; $8.00
Br 100.
bliig Wootton, 75 cts. per doz.; $6.00
Cash 1
JOHN A. DOYLE,
When Writing Me
Springfield. Ohio.
Florists' Exchange
LOOK HERE
The followinK plants are in Al condition.
IJOSES, out of 2 ID. pots. Bridesmaid and Bride,
I2 50perl00; »20 00 per 1000; Meteor. »3 00 per 100;
$25.00 per 1000.
AHlers.outof 2>«lncli rots, 12 00 per 100.
Mlum prices on aopllcatlou.
.nai-ii. I.ouiae VIolela, rooted runners, 60c.
per too ; ».i 00 per lOOO. Terms Cash or C. O. D.
C. MERKEL & SON, Mentor, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
BHIDE AND BRIDESMAID
2% in. pols. no Mildew, $30 per 1000.
Strong plants. Sell at slKlit.
THE FLORAL EXCHiNGE,""sfr';.';.r"' PHILA
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Will have to offer for season ot ie97-'98,
Field Grown Roses, new and old varieties.
Clematis, Ornamental Shrubs, and Trees,
Fruit Trees and Small Fruit Plants.
Price List ready in July. Write for it.
WhenWrltlng iVIentlon Florists' Exchange
SURPLUS STOCK.
Brides, Bridesmaids, 3 in., $6.00 per 100.
Perles, Brides, Bridesmaids. 21.4 in., $4.00
per 100.
Extra line stock. Cash with order or C. O. D.
GEO. E. FANCOURT, Wilkes-Barre, Pa.
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ROSES
GOOD STOCK.
RUBBERS, 18 to 24 inches.
RUXTON FLORAL X NURSERr CO.. "yi?-
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
mnmi ««o BRIDESMAID! m^l^
From 21/2 inch pols $2 SO per 100; $20.00 per lOliO
Prom 31/2 inch pots $4.00 per 100; $35.00 per 1000
Fine large 3% inch GERAIXIVMS, ready for 4 inch $i.00 per 100
Limited amount ■f Gontiemnd ISIpIietos, 2K in. pnts. at $3.00 per 100. Strong joung
S:»III.AX PLANTS, $1.50 per 100, CUT SMItAX, 12 cents perstring.
TERMS CASH. THE NATIONAL PLANT CO., Dayton, Ohio.
WhenWrltlng Mention Florists' Exchange
40,000 FIRST QUALITY FORCING ROSES
Rcatly lor
Planting.
WOOTTON, LA FRANX'E,
3 Inch pots, S;
Mr.TEOU, KAISEKINA. 1
I'EKI.E. NIPHETOHj,
BKII)ES31AID. SAFRANO.
Mention this paper. J".
L. I3ILLOISr.
TV. BELLE SIEBliECIlT,
;<)N SILENE. niEKMET,
ME. HOSTE. BRIUE,
i inch pols. i;lll.(io per IIW.
BlooTn st3\3-3rg. Fa.
PHILADELPHIA ROSES
Strictly first-class, clean stock, in 3 incii pots.
. . . Beauty, Meteor, Bride, Bridesmaid . . .
MYERS & SAMTMAN, Wyndmoor, Chestnut Hill, Phila., Pa.
WhenWrltlng Mention Florists' Exchange
GOOD SiPLDS STOCK GHEOP
AGERAXl'M, scinch pots
CHRVSANTHEmVMS, Scinch pots.
KUCHSIAS. mixed. 2).^ inch pots
OERAISIITMS, doulde scarlet, 3 Inch pot;
single scarlet, 3 Inch pots.
GREVILLEA ROBITSYA,
HKLIOTROPE, 2".3inch pwta
HOPJKVSUCKI.E, golden, 4 ii
ITHKS OVERIAMrS, 3}4i
STROBII
CVCUAMEN GIGAnjTEVM,
ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS KJAP*IIS, 2)^ i
C. O. D, Orders 1
SEAWANHAKA GREENHOUSES,
OYSTER BAV, Queens Co., N. V.
649
FOR SAI^E.
300 BRIDESMAID ROSES
Manetti Roots, one year dkl, clean and
surae. JiiBt right to plant in solid bed.
F. E. PALMER, Brookline, Mass.
WhenWrltlng Mention Florists' Exchange
ROSES, GERANIUiVIS, COLEUS.
Carnations all planted ont and sold; will hare
flnestock ot field plants in the Fall.
Strong 3 inch plants of Bride and Brides-
maid Roses, ready to plant. |i On per lull.
! in. pljls, li'.OO per 1(». Coleus, no mealy bue, Ver-
'ChaffelMi and uolden B,'dder. rooted cuttings. 75c.
jer 100. 2 in. pots. $2.00 per 100. Cash or sallbfactory
•eference.
CEO. M. EMMANS. Newton, N. J.
WhenWrltlng Mention Florists' Exchange
Sterling American Novelty, the
WHITE COCHET
Is a sport from Maman Cochet, which is
considered n-.w the best pink out-of-
door rose. It has all the good qualities
of Its parent; its color is pure while in
Winter, outside petals slightly tinged in
Summer; and no doubt it will prove the
best white out-of-door rose up to date.
Price, per dozen, from 3 inch, $4.tX).
All Orders Uust la Accompanied witb Cash,
J. COOK "%?Se*eT= Baltimore, Md.
WhenWrltlng Mention Florists' Exchange
3.00 per 100; $26.00
Carefully Grown Forcing Stocl<, 2}^ in., strong.
Meteor, -|
The Urlde, |
M. de Cliatteneux,
W. La France,
Catherine Mermet, i P^'' ^^""■
Bridesmaid,
Chrs. de Noue, J
KalserlD, $3,.'i0 per 100 ; $30.00 per lOOO,
Fine 3 and S^ inch stock Bridesmaid and
Bride, $0.00 per 100.
ACHILLEA, The Pearl, $3.00 per 100.
S'^TAINSOKA splendens, only true pink,
$4,011 per 100.
J. B. HEISS, 116 So. Main St., Dayton, 0.
When ■Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ROSES
...per 100, 11000
Perle,
Bun !!«ilene, Watlevllle,
Price frum 2m' Inch 'pots, »5,00 per 100; JIO.OO per 1000
Uridesniald, Bride
and Polynnthe
tSO.OO per 100.
70.00
r»i0.00, 115 00 and
SMILAX.
in. pots, $2.50 per 100: »20.C0 per ICOO.
VIOLETS.
le, Lndy Camnbell,
; 125.00
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
■ Varieties and Prices, see April Jlth Issue
FROM 31:, IN.
pots: gannas
John While, varleiiated [ullage 3 00
Florenre Vnugbnn, t'hae.'ne'iider.
son. I'anI Alnrqunnt. Thoa. 8.
Ware, J.I>. rabo», Doy«n J . !4Uley,
and several iither varieties 5 00
MISGELLANEOUS P^^
Alteriinnlbera, all leadinu varieties f3 00
Aueratiiin, blue and white 2 00
Carnullona, from 4 In. pots, llnedtoolt 12 OO
Coieus, leadlnu sorts. 2»< In. pots ■.> 00
•' •' 3 • 6 00
Gernalumn, double and slnsle, 4 In, pots.... 8 00
Heliotrope, from 3 In. pots
llTflransen Otakiia, 6 In. bushy..
Kncbslae, double and slntle, '<^ In.
Moon Flower, 2M In. pots
I'elnrironluma, 3^ in. pot.'... ".!!
New Trade I,lat on Appileatlon.
WOOD BROS., Fishkill, N. Y.
WhenWrltlng Mention Florists' Exchange
650
The Florists* Exchttnge.
J. K. ALLEN,
C U T°'*"f°£"o'w E R S,
57 W. 28th St.» New York,
Orders by mall or telearraph promptly attended
to. Telephone Call, 382 38th St.
ROSES AND VrOLETS SPECIALTIES.
Wholesale Dealer in Cut Flowers.
We lire Headquarters for finest Carnations and Roaes, Violets, Valley, Romans, Smilax,
Adiantum. Best selected stock reserved for shipping orders. Send us your name for our
thly Price List.
19-21 RANDOLPH STREET, CHICAGO.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
W. S. ALLEN,
17 West 28th St., New York.
FORD
BROS. 1
WHOLESALE
FLORISTS,
in West 30th Street, |||
NEW
YORK.
CoBBlsments So-ieited.
Tekphoiie 260 SStli St
CHAS. W. MoKELLAR,
WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORIST
Largest and beat market in Oblcago. Constant supply of all aeaaonable flowers.
ConslgnmeDtB of first grade goods solicited. Complete stock of Florists'
SuppUes, Wire-work, etc. All orders given prompt attention.
Telephone, Main 1129. 45, 47, 49 WABASH AVENUE, CHICAGO. ILL.
ED. F. WINTERSON, Manager.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
JULIUS LANG,
Wholesale Florist
' 53 WEST SOtli ST.
Consignments Solicited. NEW YORK.
Wholesale Growers of Cut Flowers.
500,000 Feet of
We can fill all orders on short notice with all leading varieties of ROSES and
CARNATIONS. We are headquarters for fine AMERICAN BEAUTIES.
Give us a trial and convince yourself.
SALESROOM 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICACO, III.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FRANK MILLANG,
Wholesale Gommission Dealer
....in Gut Flowers..
THE NEW YORK GUT FLOWER GO.
TileptMS 733, 13t!i St.,
SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, "p^orM^t"
FLORIST.
Summer. Also a full lit
A fine stock of VAL.l.EY on hand throughout the
of all seasonable cut flowers.
During July, August and September we close at G P. M.
I6I2-I6I4 Barker St. Bet. chestnut & Market sts. Philadelphia, Pa.
Local and tong Distance 'Phone 5210.
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H. L SUNDERBRUCH CO.,
Wholesale Commission Florists,
4th and Walnut Streets,
CINCINNATI, OHIO.
Consignments Solicited. Special Attention Given
HEADQUARTERS
WM. F. KASTING, wi^'-i^i
AQR WachtnnfiMi Qtf-aat l/Omm
A/so Dealer in Florists' Supplies & Wire Designs
PURDY & BLAUVELT,
Wholesale and Commission Dealers In
CUT FLOWERS
MAIDEHEilS rEEH FBO»SS A SFECULT7.
57 WEST 30th STREET,
{ B»l. Broadway & Sth Ave. NEW YORK.
A. & F. ROLKER,
CUT FLOWERS
53 West 28tli St.
Telephone 2379 38th St. NEW YORK.
Mil. F=. SHERIDKN
Wliale«ale CommlMon Dealer In
CUT FLOWERS
39 Weat 3Stb St., New York.
Telephone. 2H-38th St.
PRICE LIST SENT ON APPLICATION.
TRAENDLY t SGHCNCK,
Wholesale Florists,
38 W. Z8th St. and CUT FLOWER EXCHAN8E.
NEW YORK.
Telephone 981-18th St.
i^*Consignments Solicited.
JOHN YOUNG,
Wholesale Florist,
51 WEST 28th ST.,
NBW TOBK.
WM. J. BAKER.
Wholesale Florist
1432 So. Penn Square.
Philadelphia, Pa.
DUMONT & CO.,
WHOLESALE FLORISTS
CARNATIONS A SPECIALTY.
No. 130.5 Filbert St., Philadplphia.
niionis Cut Flower Co.,
51 Wabash Ave., Chicago.
Special discounts on Wire Work dur-
ing July and August.
KENNICOTT BROS. COMPANY,
Wholesale • Gut • Flowers,
88 'Wabasb Avenue,
CHICACO, ILL.
WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY.
When Writing Mention Florists'
r
The Plorists* Exchange.
651
Wholesale Florists
JOBBERS IN
FLORIST'S
SUPPLIES.
FLORISTS' VASES.
84 HAWLEY STREET,
GEO. A. SUTHERLAND,
CUTFLOWEIlSandrLDRISTnUFFLIES
WHOLESALE.
67 Bromfield St., Boston, Mass.
City Hall Cut Flower Market
WELCH BROS., Props.
Regular Consignors Given Space Free
of Charge. Space let to growers wishing
to sell their own goods.
Flowers Shipped to all Points.
...SEND FOR. PRICE EI8T... |
■W. EI^LISON,
Wholesale Cut Flowers,
Florist Supplies. Wlr* Designs.
2744 Franklin Ave., ST. LOUIS, MO.
C. A. KUEHN,
WiOlESALE FIORISI.
11'2'2 Pine SI., St. Louis, Mo.
A COMPIETE LINE OF WIRE DESIGNS.
C. -W. WORS,
Wholesale Florist,
313 N. LEFFINGWELL AVENUE.
ST. L,OVIS, MO.
PINE ROSES— Snipped carefully to all
parts of the country.
St. Louis
Cut Flower Go.
WHOLESALE
FLORISTS,
1620 Olive St.,
ST. LOUIS, MO.
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♦ E. G. HILL & CO..
♦ Wholesale Florists,
I RICHMOND, INDIANA.
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Cut BtrluKs. 10 to 12 feet long,
60 cts. each.
Shipped to any part of the
3 n Florists' Exchan ge
Galax Leaves.
CHAS. H. RICKSECKER, Linville, N. C.
Wlitn WritiiiK Mention Florists' Exchange
. . . FOR FINEST . . .
Galax Leaves and
Leucothoe Sprays,
ALWAYS WRITE THE INTRODUCERS,
Highlands Nursery, Kawana, N. C
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FERNS! FERNS!!
promptly attended to.
THOMAS COLLINS,
ordes by ma,ll 1
St. Louis.
Market Quiet.
The u.sual cry of demoralization of
business is heard on every side now
since real summer weather has set In,
a little funeral work once in a while
creating a slight variation.
The best quality of cut roses is bring-
ing about J4 per 100 at wholesale, but
the supply is very limited by the hot
weather, which produces large quanti-
ties of poor quality flowers, which go
begging at $1 to $2 per 100. Good carna-
tions bring $1 per 100, but there are so
many poor ones sold at 50 cents that
many florists believe the latter figure
to be the market price.
The Bedding Plant Trade.
It is very evident from the stocks
of bedding plants left on the hands of
the retail plant growers that the spring
plant business has this year been quite
a disappointment to many of them. Ge-
raniums, in particular, and all other
bedding plants, in a greater or less de-
gree, are found in large quantities
among the greenhouse establishments
throughout the city, and the plant men,
as a rule, feel very blue about the fu-
The News.
Fred. C. Weber is making prep-
arations to occupy his new store in the
West End, which promises to outclass
everything else in the city.
The auction sale at Michel Plant and
Bulb Company's, on June 23 and 24,
fai
the
.mg Mention Florists' Exchange
tendance was too light for the amount
of stock which had to be sold. In ac-
cordance with the prices bid on such
of the stock as was sold, there was a
total of about $4,000 worth of plants to
be offered. Not over twenty florists
were in attendance.
Frank M. Ellis succeeds C. G. Fleck-
enstein as manager of the Fleckenstein
Floral Company. He reports business
very poor, but has bright hopes for the
fall trade. Mr. Fleckenstein, it is un-
derstood, has settled permanently in
Indiana.
A visit to Joseph Krug, at Alton, 111.,
shows that the same state of affairs
ha.s made life and business a burden
to the florists of that little burgh this
spring.
William Trillow, recently of Old Or-
chard, Mo., has assumed charge of the
St. Clair Floral Co., at Belleville, where
he will grow carnations and roses next
winter.
The florists' picnic will take place at
Fern Glen on July 22. A special train
has been chartered for the day and will
make two trips to the picnic grounds.
The florists are all invited. Further
liaiticulars ran be had of Jules J. Ben-
ik., 1,;JL'0 Olive Street.
Tlu- St. I.ouis Cut Flower Company
ha.s jjunhasi-d seven greenhouses at
old Orchard, Mo., where it will grow
IialMis. terns and other decorative
plants. M. H,
The Annual Exillblllnn.
The St. Louis Florists' Club will
hold its seventh annual chrysanthe-
mum exhibition November 10-14, inclu-
sive. In former years one of the halls
in the Exposition Builumg was used,
but. owing to changes, it was decided
to hold the exhit>ition this year in the
new Coliseum.
Boston.
Trade on s Summer Basis
The hot weather has arrived ; al-
though slif^htlv behind schedule time its
force is not less potent, and what little life
existed in trade circles has departed and
business is now run strictly on a Summer
basis.
An interesting event of the celebra-
tion of the Fourth was a closely contested
game of base ball between two nines repre-
senting W. E. Doyle and Welch Brothers,
respectively. The game was played in
Dorchester and several hundred spectators,
including a great many members of the
profession, witnessed the fine points which
the contestants brought out. The game
resulted Hi to 15 in favor of the Doyle team.
Another game has been arranged between
the two teams to be played on Labor Day.
traekiT Exhibition.
A fine exhibition was presented at
the rooms of the Massachusetts Horticul-
tural Society on Saturday last. Win.
Thatcher cairied off the honors on Iris
Keempferi and Campanula media. iVIiss
M. S. Walker receiving one prize for iris,
and the Bussey Institution one for cam-
panulas. The Society's silver medal was
awarded to J. E. Rothewell for Miltonia
VBxillaria, and W. E. Coburn received hon-
orable mention tor pelargonium " Doro-
thy." Certificate of Merit was awarded
to T. C. Thurlow tor Rhus cotiuus atropur
pureus, and a similar award to W. II. Low
mg tor Rosa lucida var, alba.
Robert Farquhar let' on Thursday
t> visit and study the Yellowstone Park
and Columbia River from the view of a hor-
ticulturist. His trip will undoubtedly prove
of interest to himself, and unquestionably
be beneficial to othersthrough the valuabl
information which is sure to be obtained
by so careful an observer in such an avail
able field
George A. Sutherland left on B^riday for
a two weeks' vacation in Digby, N, .S,
F. H.Houghton, of Hought n & Clark
is trout fishing at Tim Pond, near Eustis,
Maine. On bis return the latter part of
next week he will go to Newport, where
for a number of years he has managed the
decorating department of Miss Fadden'
business.
Your correspondent has had the pleasui
of rusticating at Tim I*ond for the past
two weeks, and can heartily recommend it
as a satisfactory resort tor any tired flori:
seeking trout, rest, recreation, mountain
scenery, good air, and the best of treat-
W. K. W.
SITUATIONS WANTED.
Rftt«, lO oeniB »er line (8 words), each
■ertlOD. Cash with order. This rate appltes 01
to situation wanted adTertlsemente and when 1
•olid, without display. When letters are addressed I
eof forwarding
SITUATION wanted, by sineie 1
with 10 years' experience la cc
Grower." care Florists' Eichange.
^ 1) ROSl
t-claits conimer
-WANTED.
50 to 100 SecoDd - hand Saah and Frames,
FOR SALE. Emily Henderson and
Blanche Burpee Sweet Pea Blosaome,
delivered in Brooklyn or New York. $2 ,10 per
lOOOstems. F. A. BOLI.K8, East lOlh St.,
Lawnwood, Brooklyn, N. Y
SITUATION wanted by yoiinu KiiKlUlimso i
Kliirlst. Address .lames Blllotl. care Tliomi
Oonroj. 422 West 53d Street, New York.
-WANTED TO RENT.
Dt New York, ftom 60CU t.i WIO(
1 running order. Addrees
acaolla Aye.. Ellzabrlh, N. J.
FOR SALE-SECOND HAND.
WANTED.
by September Ist. Carnalion PlantB, 20C(
Spray. ICIIO Wm Scott, and ,^0 good Red. Give I
eat prices.
B. E. WADSWORTH, . . Danville,
FOR SALE.
A large size Albany Steam Trap ; will re-
turn condensed water in from five to ten
thousand feet of IM in. steam pipe, back to
boiler with from 3 to 5 lbs. of steam; the
boiler beioff on the surface, doing awa.\ with
boiler pit. AUln good condition. Will sell for
$60 cash . Boxed weight, 350 lbs.
Ceo. H. Benedict, Yorltvllle, N. Y.
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
QREENHOUSES FOR RENT
In thnvingWestern New York city. 10 000 f t. slass;
established 20 years: business Eo,id: want, practical.
d'ess Greenhouiea, i arriorO. Buffalo, N. v!
FOR RENT.
In south eastern Pennsylvania, in center of
town, close to station. 50 miles from Philadel-
phia, three large greenhouses, about 600O feet
of glass, well stocked with carnations; good
home trade in plants ; terms easy. Address
Box 307, Oxford, Pa.
FOR RENT.
For a term of five years, in immediate
neighborhood of New York ; five green-
houses, all well stocked with roses, for
further particulars address,
S. T., care of Florists' Exchange.
FOR SALE or RENT
On easy terms, near Philadelphia, 4 green-
houses, a 7 lOom dwelling house. Lot 100x300
ft. For particulars, address
TENANT WANTED.
Tenant for ray place, suburban, 1 mile out,
13 acres, lots of fruit. Kcrm of nursery, Bood
soil and hi^h cultivation, flrst-clftss place for a
propag-ator of plants and fruits. Buildings
excellent. Furnished house to right party.
Cause, death in family. No children wanted.
Tenant must be ri»rht stripe and (rood chance
given. Possession Immediate.
HOWARD MILLER. Lewisburgh, Union Co.. Penna.
FOR SALE CHEAP.
FIVE GREENHOUSES
AT RAMSEYS, N. J.
HITGHINGS S CO., 233 Mercer St., N. Y.
FOR SALE AT A BARGAIN.
First-class greoohouse property at Spring
liftke, N. J., fully stocked and doing good busi-
ness. For particulars apply to
MILAN ROSS, Agency,
Ashury Park, N. .1.
NEWPORT, R. I.
the line in Middktowu, house and stables
bmmded on thecast by F,a8ton's Pond, on the
west by the New Boulevard ; commanding an
extensive unsurpassed scene of landscape, lake
and ocean. For full description and particulars
with plan, apply to A. J. WARD, Sole Agent,
3'J Clarke Street, Newport, R. I.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
652
The I=i-orists' Exchange.
Greenhouse Woodwork
Open-air-dried Cypress Lumber is more durable, and better suited to
Greenhouse conditions, tlian kiln-dried stock. But you cannot get it from
those that are engaged in the business in a small way — even though their
entire business is confined to greenhouse material — tor it takes a long time
for the lumber to thoroughly dry and this means an investment in lumber
that only those of large capital can make. The only way to have air-dried
lumber is to buy green lumber and hold it until it dries. Those that order
dry lumber from the producers of Cypress get kiln-dried stock. It is
cheaper for them to kiln-dry than to hold the stock long enough to season
it in the open air. "We carry a large stock and fill all orders with open-air-
dried Cypress clear of knots, sap and all other defects.
Lockland Lumber Co.
LOCKLAND, OHIO.
W^hen Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
-WELCH BROTHERS,
DEALERS IN
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
TcX^l'^'p"^tl: ! BOSTON.
Wire Desiirns, Wheat Slieavea, Baslsets, Im-
mortelles, Cape Flowers, Cut Flowers, Boxes,
aud all other supplies, at prices to meet com-
petition
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
M. RICE &CO.,
Importers and Manufacturers of
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.
25 N. 4th St., Philadelphia, Pa.
NEW FAI,I. CATAI-OGUE NOW KBA T
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
.DULTERATION BONE FLOUR
References: Fred. Dorner ,S
GEO. S. BARTLETT,
St. Paul, .Mln
• -t^xxd^ard.
'loi^T-^xr
'ots.
S«nd for our N«w Prio* Lief with •xtra disoountt. All onr Pots, from 7 In. and upwards, have
onr Patent EloaUlor Bottom, which is a great advantage, aa It Insuree perfect drainage.
A FULL LINE OF BULB PANS.
THE WHILLDIN POTTERY CO., 713 to 719 Wharton Street, PHILADELPHIA.
BRANCH HOUSBS: S ^,^**^"®y ^"'*. ^«^.*^«Af*« ' ' - -■ -
Jackson Av
Pearson St.. Lon« ]
A GOOD HOSE is a GOOD INVESTMENT
The best is the cheapest. To ascerti
the number of years it will last. We ai
anything that is manufactured. Price 13
aud 30ct8. per foot for 1 inch hose.
per foot for V^iuch; 16c
le the cost per foot by
number of years with
. per foot for H inch,
Address J. Q. & A. ESLER, Saddle River, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FLOWER POTS^-
We are ManufacturiDK a. Full Line of
STANDARD FLOWER POTS and HANGING BASKETS
OF THE BEST QUALITY.
Shipping Facilities First-Class, thereby Securing Lowest Freight Kates.
Our goods are well packed, and breakage is nominal. Give us a trial. Send for Price List.
Address THE SYRACUSE POTTERY CO., 403 N. SALINA ST., SYRACUSE, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
48 to 1."
'^JADOO" LIQUID
Both Meat and Drink to Plants. Simply Invaluable in Pot Culture.
The Best and Cheapest Fertilizer Made.
"JADOO" FIBRE,
THE NEW MATERIAL IN WHICH
Every Plant Thrives Without Earth,
aUialjle to the Grower as to Amateur Gardeners.
TESTIMONIALS AND PRICES FURNISHED ON APPLICATION TO
THE AMERICAN JADOO CO.,
. Patent and
Pittsburg.
Last weelc's trade was fairly good
for tlie summer season and consisted
mainly of funeral orders. Tlie market
is overstocked with cut flowers of all
kinds. The first asters are being cut
and these flowers will soon be plentiful.
Carnations are beginning to snow the
effects of hot weather. From the pleas-
ant, cool weather in June to the ex-
cessive hot spell of the last week is
quite trying to plant life, particularly
under glass. The thermometer ranged
the
leti
for aln
hlng 99 degrees several days in
On the evening of the 5th
a severe storm passed over the two
cities, heavy rain and hail doing some
damage to crops, but none to glass
houses.
The NewB.
Langhans &. Co. furnished a new
order of plants for the first roof garden
opened in town by the new Hotel Lin-
coln on Penn Avenue.
John Bader and daughter sail for
Kurope next week to be absent for sev-
Several of our florists belong to tne
Elks and are attending the annual
meeting in Minneapolis. Among them
are E. C. Ludwig, wife and family, and
Robert Faulk and wife. The latter will
likely extend their trip to Yellowstone
Park and expect to be absent for six or
eight weeks.
J. E. Killen was a visitor during the
week; also J. A. Evans, of Richmond,
Ind.
Invitations are out for the first
smoker to be given by the Florists'
Club and an enjoyable time is looked
forward to. E. C. REINEMAN.
Chicago.
Scorchlnf; Weather Creates Slow Market.
We are experiencing scorching
weather, the temperature seldom being
below 80 degrees at night and up as
high as 95 degrees daytime. This has
had its effect on trade, stock and hu-
manity generally. The only cases of
sunstroke among the gardening fra-
ternity that have come under my no-
tice were those of "Rheddy," a general
utility boy, at Klehm's wholesale store,
who was in a bad condition for a time,
but is around again, and Michael Kane,
who was overcome while mowing the
lawn in Humboldt Park. He also is
convalescing.
A glorious rain on the night of tlie
Fourth cooled off things somewhat, but
the weather is still hot enough" to be
summerish. Roses cut in the bud open
in the box on the way to market. Car-
nations are also suffering, the common-
est outdoor flowers following suit; the
only ones that seem to delight in the
hot weather being auratum lilies. Don-
ovan is sending in some excellent stems
of these with five to ten flowers; one
had twenty-five on the stalk. The ask-
ing price of each is $1 per dozen. Good
outdoor candidum bring $1 to $1.50 per
100: these are plentiful.
As to roses and carnations, they are
sold for almost anything that is offered.
PEeonias from cold storage are still on
the market, but this week will see the
last of them. They are already almost
beyond unefulness, as after being kept
so long they will not stand much ex-
posure to light and heat.
Sweet peas are abundant and prices
low, even the best not going above 15
cents or 20 cents per 100.
The seasonable rains and hot weather
have dt last started the cannas into
good growth, as well as other tender
bedding plants that were previously
hard-looking subjects. Bedding out is
completed. Prices have ruled low, but
those parties who attended to this work
have, on the whole, quite as good a re-
port to make as those who have to de-
pend upon cut flowers.
Amoni; Growers.
John Lang, of Melrose Street, fin-
ished planting his chrysanthemums, all
from three-inch pots, the first week in
July. The number planted is 7,000, the
varieties being Glory of the Pacific.
Lady Fitzwygram, Yellow Queen. Mrs.
H. Robinson, Mrs. Jerome Jones. Miss
Wanamaker, Ivory, Modine, Liberty
and Yanoma.
News Items.
. Mrs. W. E. Lynch left this week
for her old New England home. Mr.
Lynch expects to pay his annual visit I
there towards fall. 1
Bassett & Washburn have invited the
JOHN CONLEY & SON,
lANUFACTUR
TIN FOIL
2 and 4 Doiiiinick Street,
NEW YORK.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
liMtefi
Florists' Club to visit their place in Au-
gust. The big ranges of new houses
are now nearing completion.
The framework of the new Washing-
ton Park conservatories is ready for the
glass. They are imposing structures
and will afford Mr. Kants much needed
room for his stocK.
S. Neilson, who has been noted for
working up hardy herbaceous garden-
ing in Union Park, has resigned his po-
sition as head gardener there.
EDGAR SANDERS.
Cincinnati.
Results or Hot Weather.
We are still doing a little busi-
ness, but it's a case of sell out every
day or feed the ash barrel the next
morning. Ice does very little good.
Roses will open in spite of your best
efforts to prevent them.
Two of the men employed by the
Hoffmeister Floral Co. were overcome
by the heat the first of the week, but
their condition was not serious. This
firm has about finished planting and is
getting into splenuid shape for fall bus-
iness. Their chrysanthemums are look-
ing splendid.
Among Growers.
B. P. Critchell's Sons are still busy
planting. I noticed one large house
planted with Mountain of Snow chry-
santhemum. Mr. Critchell tells me this
variety paj's well. Of course, it is not
ready much before Christmas, which
makes it valuable.
Huntsman & Co. are about through
planting their roses. Prom the num-
ber of Beauty being planted at the dif-
ferent growers' establishments I should
say that Cincinnati will be well sup-
plied this fall. Quite a number are
planting Morgan.
JottloKB.
J. A. Peterson and wife leave on
the Sth for an extended Eastern trip.
George F. Brehmer, of Chillicothe, C,
spent several days in the city during
the week. Steve Costigan, with M. Hel-
frich & Son, New Holland, O., was also
a caller. He tells me the firm has put
up a new greenhouse 100x20 feet, in
which to grow roses.
W. W. Coles, of Kokomo, Ind., was a
caller on Saturday. He has been ship-
ping the writer some of the best Beauty
and K. A. Victoria roses that I have
ever seen at this time of year; the
stems are 28 to 36 inches in length and
he says he can cut some much longer
if needed. The foliage also is perfect
for the season. Mr. Coles grows his
roses entirely in solid beds. Meteor
does equally well with him.
B. G. GILLETT.
Lansing. Mich.
George W. Park, a pioneer nursery-
man, died here recently, aged 65 years.
Baltimore.
The establishment of Maurice A.
Hantske, on Gettings Avenue, was sold
at auction on June 28.
CATALOGUES RECEIVED.
The Plorists' Exchkngb.
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LORD & BURNHAM CO.,
HORTICULTURAL ARCHITECTS AND BUILDERS,
8XHA9I AMU HOT 'IVAXHR. HHAXING BPCGIPiBHRS*
Plans and Estimates fnmlBtaed on application.
four cents postage for Illustrated Catalogue.
XiOKOD sc BTJia3sria:.A-2»a: co.
CHOCOLATE COOLER CO.,
QRAND RAPIDS, MIOH.
FlOHISrS REFRIGERITORS.
Send for Clronlar.
^Vhpn Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
THE
BES
f*:^HE^7*l SAVE THE BLOOMS!
^^#Jnikoteen
■zVt i^^ DOES NOT INJURE SENSITIVE
SI V0, PLANTS. USED f OR fUMIOATION
kpTv -^J OR SPRAYING, INDOORS OR OUT
l-^^' ■-_ -^^ 200 POUNDS lOflACCO IN ONE dNlNIKOra
Price $1.50. ALL SEEDSMEN.
When Writing Me
SHEEP FERTILIZER!
PULVERIZED. COMPRESSED.
A ftuiek G.rminator and Crop Forcer.
HATMAL. 0I03LESS. CLIAH TO HANDLE.
JOHN J. PETERS CO, Long Island City, N.Y.
\\lien Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SHEEP MANURE.
We liave the finest, prepared, at $35,00
per 100 lbs.; J4 ton at ton prices.
GODFREY ASCHMANN,
1012 Ontario St., PHILA., PA.
GALVANIZED WIRE PLANT STAKES.
PURE GROUND BONE.
RUBBER HOSE. PALMS.
We can save you Dollars,
H. F. LITTLEFIELD, "IfviVcr.reV.iir.r-
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FOR MILDEW AND DLAGK ROT
USE FOSTITE, i-rZu'^:,-. ilih':
B'VERT FLORIST OVOHT TO
IHiSVRE HIS CLASS AOAIMST
HAIL,.
For putlotiUn .ddreit
JOHN G. E8L,BR. 8«o'r, BmddleRlTer.N. J.
wholesale floriBta and supply dealers.
N. F. McCarthy, Treas. & nanager.
.."5;?:v BOSTON, MASS. „ ,;i;'.v„.
DO NOT BE HUMBUGGED
"^"^'^?^jrGRi£MSILK4LHIE
^.ou the market. The oriRinal and only SILKALINE
,adc solely by JOHN C. MEYER & CO.,
Hummer Street, BOSTON, MASS., IT. 8. A.
SCOI.LA Y'S
IMPROVED
PUTTY BULB
For GlaiinE Sash, Etc.,
PATENT PUNT SPRINKLER
For lale bT jour Saadatnan
or ient, pontpald for $1.00.
JOHN A. SCOLLAT,
7«4 76MTrtl8 Are ,
BROOKLYN, - N.Y.
SEND STAMP FOR CATALOGUE.
V.^hen Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
BREEimODSE HEnTIHIi m VEHTimTIHG,
Horticultural Architecture and Building.
pitching^^Go
ESTABLISHED 1644.
233 Mercer Street, NEW YORK
FIVE PATTERNS OF BOILERS.
NINETEEN SIZES,
Perfect Sash Raising Apparatus.
Fra
es, Etc., of Iron
cted complete
■Work ship-
ped ready 1
Iron Frame Tenches with the
' Perfect Drainage Bench Tile *
SEND 4C. rOSTAGE FOR ILLUSXRAXED CATAtOGVE.
HAVE YOUR COLLECTIONS MADE
THROUOH THE
NATIONAL FLORISTS' BOARD OF TRADE,
I GROW PLANTS IN
J*Jadoo" Fibre
i, WATER THEM WITH
\ "Jadoo" Liquid. |
Svass' IiproTel Challenge.
Roller bearing, self-olllne devise,
aatematlo stop, solid link chalm.
makes tbe IMPROVED CHAL-
LBNGB the most perfect appa-
itUB In the market.
Write (or catalogue and piicef
Quaker City Machine Co.,
BIOnMOND. IND.
WhfnAVriting Mention Florists' Exchange
Mention Florists' Exchange
STANDARD ♦ POTS.
We arc now ready to supply a superior
quality of Pots in unlimited quantities
Catalogues and price lists furnished on
application.
A. H. HEWS & CO.,
NORTH CAMBRIDGE. - MASS.
STANDARD
FLOWER POTS
W. H. BRNEST,
station M. N. K., WASHINGTON. D. C.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
HILFINCER BROS.
STtllDJIIID FLOWER POTS.
ufacturea full 1
Seed Pans, Criiiide
19x22 Inch. $1.50 each. Extra
50 ots. aacti : 20.000 b loch poll
10,000 a inch potB. at $1 00 per
Seod for Price List for other
lazed and unslazed
HnDKlnv Vnnes. Watch
HILFINGER BROS., Fort Edward, N. Y.
or AUGUST ROLKER & SONS.
136 i 138 W. 24th St., N. y. City
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CHANGED PRICE LIST OF
Neponset Flower Pots
I FORCE FROM JULY 1st, 1897.
Terms— Net c
Packed In Gross Welsht
Crates of per 1000 pots Per 100 Per lOX
1000 about 20 lbs M 26 »2 aO
1000 ;• 23 •' ao 2 SO
46 " .■.'.'■.'. no 'i']b
7« ■• 81 6 !"'
00 •' 1 20 10 .'6
m " 1000..
F. W. BIRD A SONS. Manufacturers.
Address orders to our Agents,
August Rolker & Sons
NEW YORK.
R. & J. FARQUHAR & CO., Boston, Mass.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SUMMER IN WINTER
By Usinf
Standard Greenhouse Boilers
One o«nt fetu oar Catalopne.
GIBLIN & CO.. . Utica. N. T.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
• %^'W-%'%'%/%^V^/%^%^%^'%'0
^ Chadborn's Automatic 5
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f CHADBORN, KENNEDY & CO. f
NEWBURGH, N.Y J
IE VOII -WTANX
A GOOD SASH LIFT
For Deicrlptlya Catalogue Send
J. D. CARMODY, Evansvllle, Ind.
WhenWrllinK Menlinn Fl.irlsts' Exchan^.'
, CYPRElS
I^IS MUCH MbRE DURAIU'i-HANPINE.
'PRESS -^
SASH BARS/
\t FIET >« UEMCTH o» LOGGER.
iRE EN HOUSE
AND Q-rV^ER BUILDIN6 WATtdlAL.
Ser^orour Illustrated BooK
"CYP|RESIS LUMBER*MR|TsUjSES;
Send fcr»'ur5peci&l GreenhouWcfrculir.
T^^/^T STeari^sl^mbejl- (b.,
Flocists" Exchange-
654
The Plorists' Exchange.
IMPROVED OlAZING.
J. M. GASSER'S
P8TE)IT ZIHG JOIHTS
For Butting Glass Without Laps.
Sized Hail. Manufactured t
J. m. GASSER,
101 Euclid Avenue, CLEVELAND, OHIO.
Wholesale and Retail Florist.
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pots, $2.00 per 100. Mrs. H. Robinson. »3.00 per 1'
CMII AV Strong bushy plants, 2}4 inch pots.
aMILAA J2,5I) per hundred; 2 inch pots, J2.00
C. EISELE.llth & Jefferson Streets, Philadclpliia. Pa.
Gycas Leaves and Wire Frames,
BASKETS AND SUPPLIES,
FLORISTS' SEEDS AND BULBS,
AUGUST ROLKER & SONS,
NEW YORK.
36and 138W. 24thSt. P. 0. Station E.
Look at he=er !
That's nij- Ijack yard. In that
back yard are my greenhouses, and
in those greenhouses we find
Ormsby's : : : :
Ventilating System.
It's the best you ever saw.
It's the neatest you ever need to see.
It's the best adapted to nice houses.
It you don't believe it write to
E. A. ORMSBY, Melrose, Mass.
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HAVE RICH MELLOW LAND.
I AGRICULTURAI. DRAIN TILE. Fm 1.5 year
1 JACKSON'S I
PIPE
WroHghl Iron Pip*. Valvsa, Cook*, FlU
line*, •to., for SUam and Hal Walar ;
Rubbar Hoaa, Pumpa and Wall Polnla.
WM. H. K&Y, 42 Day St., New York.
VALVES
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GLASS
FOR GREENHOUSES, CONSERVATORIES. GRAPERIES, HOTBEDS AND
FLORISTS' USE GENERALLY. AT LOWEST RATES.
U. HKRHIS St SON.
BROADWAY, NEW YORK, 89 LIBERTY ST., NEW YORK
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GLASS!
GLASS!
For Greenhouses, Conservatories,
Graperies, Hotbeds and all other
purposes, at Lowest Rates.
N. COWEN'S SON, 392 & 394 West Broadway, New York.
Formerly 154 and 15G So. Fifth Avenne.
Get our Fis^ures before buying: Glass. - Kstimates Freely Given.
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.LASS- ,c>%.^
Exchange
t
CALIFORNIA RED CEDAR
i. DIETSGH I GO. 619 Sheffield Avenue, GHIGAGO.
MANUFACTURERS OK
RED CEDAR AND CYPRESS GREENHOUSE MATERIAL.
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i
LARGEST AND BEST STOCK OF
PREPARED CYCAS LEAVES
TO BE F-OUND AMVWHERE
Metal Floral Designs, Sheaves, Doves, Baskets, Moss Wreaths, Wheat, Milkweeds,
Cape Flowers, Wire Work, and all Florists' Supplies.
Write for catalogue. Free to the trade.
A.' HERRMANN, 404-412 East 34tli Street (Near Ferry), New York.
Manufacturer of METAL FLORAL DESIGNS, Importer and Dealer in FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.
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Largest Stock in the Country,
All goods up to date, and of
superior quality.
Send tor Illustrated Catalogue.
H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.,
66 N. FOURTH STREET, PHILADELPHIA, PA
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THE VAN REVPER
PERFECT GLIIZIERS' POINTS
HENRY A. DREER, 714 Chestnut St., Phila., Pa.
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>*END FOR OUR NEW CATALOGUE, WHICH SHOWS J
jTKeWewllutoniaticlialileYeiitMori
T ABltlBputup In the bouse complete. We alBo (ilve you prices witl
f machine sent out will operate your house BUcceBBfully. Soil machlnea now made in two bIzi
{ J^. Q. "^XTOXjI^ Iachlne were civen
HIGHEST AWARD OF SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AT PITTSGURG. 1895.
Put up in gallons, $1.00. Half gallons, 60 cts. Quarter gallons, 36 cts.
Mastical Glazing Machines, $1.00 each.
Send for full descriptive circular and testimonials. Agents in nil the principal citlei.
F. 0. PIERCE CO., Sole Manufacturers, 1 70 Fulton St., New York.
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grow into a vigorous plant,
A WEEKLY MEDIUM OF INTERCHANGE FOR FLORISTS, NURSERYMEN, SEEDSMEN AND THE TRADE IN CENERAU
YOL. IX. HO. 29.
NEW YORK, JULY 17, 1897.
One Dollar Per Tear.
OwinK to our stock being grown with plenty of air the plants are all strong and sturdy and
will bear transportation for long distances. Florists intending to purchase this class of stock
for their fall trade will do well to place their orders immediately, so that they can have them
shipped by freight, thus avoiding the excessive express charges which they would have to pay
If shipped during the cold weather. The prices will also be very much higher in the fall than at
the present time, owing to the high duty which will then be in force.
ARECA LUTESCENS.
4 inch pots, 15-18 inches high, 3 plants in a pot |t.50 per dozen ; $35.00 per 100
6 inch pots, 30-24 inches high, 3 plants in a pot |6.00 per dozen , $50.00 per 100
KENTIA BELMOREANA.
5 iSct; potl; li-i Uiches high! t? leaves, stocky $9.00 per dozen ; $75. 00 per 100
KENTIA FORSTERIANA.
LATANIA BORBONICA.
! inJh nnf?' vi.Y5 inches Wh '■ ^^'.^^^■ ^' ^^^^^^^^^' ••■• -^^^^^^^' • ^' •■■'• '»3'^^
; n^hKn.»'lClK,nphlsh^h $6.00 per dozen ; J50.00 per 100
6 ISch pots, it^ iSches high ; Vtocky planis. $9.00 per dozen ; J75.00 per lUO
COCOS WEDDELIANA. smchpots $3.00 per dozen; $3500 per lOO
LIVISTOMA HOOGEMDORPII. * '°<'S35''o".SVim '"""" '*''• ' '"'"' ^^''^ """'"" '
LIVISTOMA ROTUHDIFOLIA. ' '''''\dS'^.^:%^&''Z'&2'' ''''''"'''''''''' '''''''"''
PHENIX RECLIMATAi 6 inch pots, le-lS inches high $6.00 per dozen ; $45.00perlOO
PITCHER & MANDA, Short Hills, N. J.
JOHN N. MAY, Receiver.
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wTnter flowering roses.
Our slock of these is very large, and in exceptionally flue shape. We
offer all the leading varieties, strong plants in 2J4 in. pots, as follows :
,r >^,, ,0,M P-«t^B._ BR.DESMA.D. BR.DE and
§/', 'Ma^ »5.00perl00; S40.00 per 1000.
r i.iLjm>r'.g oz., $t.60; trade pkt. ,60c.
VAUOHAN'S MIXTURE OF
aiANT PANSICS.
This mixture is composed
of Giant Flowering Pansles
only. It contains the Cassler and Bugnot strains. Giant Paris and the separate colors of Trlmar-
deau. It will produce a larger variety of colors than any otjier large_^flowerlng Pansy mixture
and Is especially suited to I ' - — - ^-
$1.35; Wo- '•-•'—■--•••
HARRISII AND FREESIAS READY.
"N^Ew'v^olir' VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE/^'hTc'aIT^. "'•
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656
Tub Plorists' Exchange.
SEflSOPLESEDS!
HAVE YOUR COLLECTIONS MADE
NATIONAL FLOrIsTS' BOARD OF TRADE,
271 BROADWAY, NEW YORK.
PRIMULA FIMBRIATA
(Chinese Prim
nlflca, Rubra 'Violacea, Ctais-n'lcl
Red, Meteor, Village Maid or
Cbolce Mixed.
Trade Paclcages, 50c. and «1.00.
CINERARIA
Bybrlda Grandlflora choice mixed.
Extra Fine nwarf Mixed, Grandl-
flora Kermeslna, Dtol. Flo-n-erlns.
Trade Paclsages, 50o. and SI. 00.
CALECOLARIA
WM. ELLIOTT & SONS
FresK Seels-Balla Biillis.
Apple Geranium (true), 25 cts. pkt.; $1,1
per 1000 seeds ; $7.50 per 10,000 seeds.
Musa Ensete. 75 eta. per lOO seeds; $6 00
per 1000 seeds.
Seafortliia EleKans, 40 cts. per 100 seeds;
$3.01) per 1000 seeds.
Cyperus Alternifollus, 25 cts. per pkt.
Tenax Varlegata, 50 cts. per 100
seeds ; $2.60 per 1000 seeds-
AlSQptiylla Australls (Tree Fern), 50
Send for prices on Call
Sep
August and
Send for Trade List of
Novelties and Specialties for Autumn delivery.
MRS. THEODOSIA B. SHEPHERD
Venlura-by-tbe-Sea, Cal.
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H FREESiaS! FBEEIS! FBEESIHS!
Dallas, Dallas, Dallas Ethiopica, and Improved Little Gem.
We also ofler until sold
FRESH SEED GORYPHA AUSTRALIS, FRESH SEED SEAFORTHIA ELEGANS,
Delivered at $2.76 per
SEND FOR OUR NEW PRICE LIST. f«°
California, French and Dutch Bulbs, Seeds, Plants and anj
Address, H. H. BERCER & CO., 220 Broadway, New York.
Branch Office, San Francisco, Cal. (Established 1878.)
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CYCLAMEN PERSICUM GIGANTEUM.
NEW CROP SEED
JUST RECEIVED.
OUE supply of this important
Florist flower is grown especially
for us by the most successful culti-
vator in Europe. Each variety is
grown in a separate house insuring
purity ot color. We can supply in
the following distinct colors.
Pure Snow White . .
SI 25 $10 00
Whitewith Carmine Eye
1 25 10 00
Deep Rose Color
1 25 10 00
Brilliant Blood Red .
1 25 10 00
Choicest Mixed Colors
1 00 8 00
250 Seeds or over at 1000 rate.
NEW CKOPS OF PANSY, FBI]UUI,A,
&o., EXPECTED liAILT.
for our Wholesale Price List of
Seeds, Bulbs, Plants, &c.
HENRY A. DREER, 714 Chestnut St., PhHadelphia, Pa.
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ALL BULBS AND PLANTS
For Summer and Fall Delivery, Quoted
at Very Low Rates.
FREE ON BOARD CARS OR BOATS
YORK CIT
r
CLICAS i BODDIHGTOH CO..
4 Importers, Exporters and Oroners* AgentH of ^
♦ Plants, Seeds and Bulbs,
♦ sot and 603 W. 13th St..
J Telephone Call, 403 ISth St. NEW YORK CITY.^
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HEADQUARTERS FOR
m Ereesia
PAMPAS PLUMES,
Palm, California Tree and Flower Seeds.
Please let us book your orders for
BULBS at once
ASK FOR SPECIAL PRICES.
GERMAIN FRUIT CO. Los Angeles, GaL
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J. L. SCHILLER, Rutherford, N. J
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or AD. la often as necessary as a
lir, or change of diet, and for the
—to keep trade and body healthy.
KENTUCKY BLUE GRASS CPOX PRATENSIS).
CHAS. E. PRUNTY,
MAIN AND MARKET, SAINT LOUIS.
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\ AMERICAN BULB COMPANY, .%"^B s^e'^ITs"" :
T I Successors to the Bulb and Seed Business of ^
♦ ^''^'■['■tJ.'^lZ^li.l^^*'- I PITCHER & MANDA. ♦
5 PANSY, PRIMULA, CINERARIA.
■ guaranteed qualit:
^ 3 targe FOR
S $1- IsHORTHILLS.
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■^ISICES OlST'
BULBS, ROOTS, and DECORATIVE PLANTS,
For Fall Delivery, Now Ready. Send for Catalogue.
F. ^W. O. SCHMITZ, JERSEY CITY, N. J.
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ALLEN'S DEFIANCE MIGNONETTE
New Crop, O
This stock is all
treatment. $1.00 per
Qg Outside and Lookii
ill be Ready Auenst Ist.
rove good under proper
, at $1.00 per pkt.
CHARLES H. ALLEN, FLORAL PARK, N. Y.
from special selected spikes and is sure t
.„.^ ... — ,,.,. V..-., .... cts. per packet.
Still a little of theoriginal crop left which will germinate about BO per c
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Seed, $1.25 per Vi ounce.
Plants, $5.00 per 1000;
75c. per 100; 2500
for $10.00.
ALBERT M. HERR,
ARE THE BEST. Lancaster, pa.
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I HERB'S PANSIES
F. E. McAllister co.
SEED AND BULB MERCHANTS,
69 CORTLANDT STREET, NEW YORK.
Seasonable Florists' Flower Seeds.
Primula Sinensis Klmbrlata, alba,
alba magniflca. Bright red, rose, blue or
mixed. Per Trade Pkt., (250 seeds), $1.
Cineraria James' Giant Strain.
Highly recommended by all who have
grown it. Per Trade Pkt., $1,
Calceolaria James" rrlze Strain.
Per Pkt., $1.
Cyclamen Perslcum Grandi
florum. Per 100 seeds, $1 ; lOOU seeds, $8.
Pansy BuKnot, French grown seed. Per
oz., $12. German grown seed, per oz,, $6.
JOHN %. GARRISON, Assignee, 69 Gortlandt St.J. Y.
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Thb F=i-orists' Exchange.
657
Interested In this column, aollolted. Address
Editor Seed Trade, care of Fi.okibts' Bi-
rHAKOE. P. O. Bnx 1897. New York.
Ne-rr York — Suzuki & lida, of Yoko-
hama, Japan, have opened a branch
office at 15 Broadway, this city, which
will he in charge of Charles Loechner,
who is well known in the seed trade.
The firm has just issued a wholesale
catalogue of their specialties— bulbs,
seeds, cycas leaves and stems, etc. Mr.
Bunzo Suzuki, who has been in the
country for some time, returned to
Japan by way of San Francisco Thurs-
day last.
Syracuse, N. Y — F. H. Ebelinif. pro-
prietor of the Perry seed store in this
city, has purchased the seed business of
Oscar H. Will & Co., of Fayetteville,
which he will move to Syracuse.
European Notes.
A L«le HarfcHt Anliclpiled.
Under the influence of a very hot
sun all our cultures are making very
satisfactory progress towards maturity.
It will, however, be quite late before
our annual crops are fit to harvest. In
the meantime a few of them are anx-
iously awaited on your side, but there
is little probability of such things as
spinach and turnip being harvested in
time for autumn sowings. Quite a
healthy demand for the former article
still continues, but all the reliable
stocks are now exhausted, which is, in
its way, a very satisfactory state of
things.
With the early days of July crimson
clover naturally engages our attention.
It is not all harvested at present, but
all indications point to a good crop of
fully-matured seed.
A Ooort Crop of RootR AsKured.
The recent rains, so general
throughout Europe, have practically
assured us of a good crop of roots for
autumn and winter feed, and if the
same conditions continue spring feed
will not cause us any anxiety; conse-
quently there is not any likelihood of
any considerable demand on this side,
so that prices should be fairly mode-
rate. As, however, stockr on hand are
in a fairly small compass, the market
value will be determined by the de-
mand from your side.
The plant of both red and white
clover is in a very healthy state, and as
the price of hay is low it is probable
that more of these will be left for seed.
Beans and Peas.
Beans of the Windsor and Long-
pod type are in good order and have
thus far escaped the "dolphin;" but
peas are suffering badly in many
places. The hail storms have also dam-
aged the pods in many districts and
this has always an injurious effect
upon the crops. Still, as the acreage is
large no scarcity need be anticipated.
EUROPEAN SEEDS.
THE EXPERIMENT STA TIONS
Cak
I Bis
Seed Treatel
Circular No, n, 1
L, H
V: Jlav
Experi
of Botany, Departme
Chrvsantmemu.ms- Bv Profesi
Bailey and Wilhelm Miller Bullet
1897, Cornell University. Agfricultu
raent Station, horticultural divisii
N. Y.
Forage Crops. By Professors I. P. Rober
Experiment station Work. Farmer
Bulletin No. 56, Department of Agricultur
WasllinKton .'ontains information on Pho
phates as fertilizers. Harmful Effects
Muriate of P.)t.-,sti, Studies in Irrigation, Pota
■ed numerous letters
my recent communication
Nearly all the
)ress tlie hope that the plan will be earned
lut. One is opposed to the plan for the
eason that "ro.se growers know no more
ibout insurance than insurance experts
Lnow about rose growing." Others wiite
tor information. The questions asked may
be summarized as follows :
First. What are the main features of
the law of Indiana upon the subject of
mutual Are insurance companies ?
Second. What was the plan upon which
le company referred to did business?
Third. Why is the price of the charter
^ferred to fixed at $a,uOO?
Fourth. How will losses be adjusted ?
This It seems was the troublesome ques-
hich the S. A. F. Fire Insurance com-
mittee had most trouble with.
First. The members of the company are
the policy holders who have gii en premium
otes. The members elect a secretary;
not less than five directors. The directors
elect a president, vice-president and treas-
?r. All officers hold for one year and
til successors are qualified. When
enough applications for insurance have
been made so that the solvent premium
notes taken are not less than $100,000, and
$20,000 in cash is on hand and proof fur-
ished the Auditor of State o that effect, he
nthorizes the company to do business. It
an then issue policies insuring against
re, lightning and tornadoes for a period
ot exceeding seven years. When losses
ccur exceeding the funds on hand the
directors assess the premium notes. No
member is liable beyond the face of his
premium note.
An annual statement must be made to
the Auditor of State. Any person desiring
to do so may pay a cash premium instead
of giving his jiremium note.
Second. The company referred to did a
general lire insurance business, accepting
all risks offered which it thought safe.
Third. There is no particular reason
given why the price ot the charter is fixed
at S3,500. That is the price the present di-
rectors paid tor it. It is believed by them
that no one can afford to go through the
preliminary work required to procure a
charter to-wit: Gather $100,000 in premium
notes and $20,000 in cash for the price they
ask.
Fourth. The adjustment ot losses will
be a matter to be determined by the board
ot directors. There is no objection to hav-
ng the losses adjusted as other compan'
have a member ot the advisory board in
each state in which business is done, to
whom all ordinary small losses should be
referred after the receipt of the usual
proofs of loss. Special cases would require
special treatment. It the flo ists desi
mutual fire insurance company they will
find a satisfactory way to adjust loi
There is no lesal reason why this company
should not write insurance in every state
A Coating lor AVater TaiiU
'Wanted — I have a water tank 18 feet
deep, 14 feet square, the wall 20 inches
thick, built of stone and cement. The
lower 9 feet of wall is in the ground ex-
cepting on one side, where the 18-feet
wall is all exposed. Now, as soon as
the water in the tank rises above
the ground level, the water penetrates
the exposed wall, which then gets wet
and the water keeps dripping as long
as it is above 9 feet in the tank. There
is nq crack in the wall; it is well ce-
mented on the inside. Would a c6at
of heated pitch tar make the wall wa-
ter-proof, or is there any paint that
could be used?— WM. S. HERZOG.
merits <
to do bi
home o
was ad 1
desii
rcsidinit
ave the
ompany
e would
le ollic-e.
Staking and Tying.
It is now time to get your stakes
ready and begin staking or tying your
plants, as some of them will get a
little top-heavy and will not stand up
stiff. Among the first-named is Glory
of the Pacific on account of its heavy
foliage.
I make my stakes from No. 9 gal-
vanized wire. I have three sizes, one
each for low, medium and high grow-
ers. I use stakes 2Vs, feet, 3% feet and
5 feet in length and for the first two
sizes I only stretch one wire on the top
for the low ones 20 to 22 inches above
the ground, and tie my stakes to it.
For the medium growers, if you can do
it, and have them separate from either
the tall or low growers, set your wires
at 30 inches; and for the taller growers,
like Golden Wedding, Mrs. S. T. Mur-
docK, up to Eugene Dailledouze, I use
the two-wire system, the lower wire
4 inches and the upper wire from Z% to
4 feet above the ground, so that the
stakes can be tied to both wires, which
will make the rows very solid and
straight all through the season.
But where Major Bonnaffon, Helen
Bloodgood, John Shrimpton and such
growers are together set the upper
wires at one end 30 inches and at the
other end 31/2 feet; that will give you a
chance of running all varieties in one
bench, from medium to tall growers.
Use for the lower end the 3y2-foot
stakes, and for the remainder, 5-foot
stakes. There are varieties which will
go beyond these stakes, but you will
find after they have been tied up to
the end of the stake the plants will
keep straight.
There are other ways ot tying, such
as using a length wire every one foot
and no stakes; others use twine, which
is fastened to a low and a high wire;
but after the twine gets wet and dries
out again and again it is very unsuit-
able, for it is then impossible to draw
the plants straight it necessary. Wire
is now so cheap that a man who wants
to grow nice flowers cannot afford to
fool with twine, and every good flower
is worth a stake whether you grow one,
two or three flowers to a plant.
THEO. BOCK.
be solicited by mail from 1
and the policies executed tlicre. The
matter could he talked up by numbers
everywhere, but all applications would be
referred to the home office.
I hope I may hear further from the
florists upon this subject. I wish every
person who reads this would take time to
write that he favors or does not favor the
Personally, I am already burdened with
busine.ss; I care not whether my plan is
adopted. I prefer that some one offer a
better one, hut something should be done,
or we will go on paying double tribute to
the existing state. W. J. Veskv.
Fort Wayne, Ind.
n t trade pkt.. 250 : 01., 16.00. Giant Trlmar-
ye Irw trade pkt., 2,5o.: oz.. 16.00. Giant Trlm-
u m xed 2Cc.; cz . 12.00. Cafnier, trade vkt.,
ti $4 00 Trade Mat free. These seeds are
M Mdn Frnnce. and are best on the market.
Cash 01 Credit, Trade List I- ree.
COME AND SEE ME.
H BEAULIEU. Belmont Ave., WOODHAVEN, N. Y.
|„B iBtnt for Ch. Mnll.i. l.jon, Frnnet. lolaloBne troi..
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Pansies Worth Raising
NEW CROP SEED.
E,\ceptionally well developed, can be had
now In packages containing about 3000 seeds
for $1.01) per packHge.
CASH WITH ORDER.
0. Sollau X Do. ''L?:T Jersey City, N. J.
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...PANSY SEED...
Mixed tng. ther of Bugnot, Casaier. Odler,
Trimardeau, and many 01 her varieties,
Ji oz., $2.00: 1 r.z.. $3.50. Plants ready
September 15th, $3.50 per 1000.
PRIMROSES.
7000 Primroses, single, mixed colors, $2.50
per IOC. Ca liwll herder.
JOS. H GUNNINGH M, DELAWtRE, OHIO.
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VAUTIER'S
MAMMOTH PANSY.
H, e. FlIIST t C0.,'V)„t,S,1l,EK'"r?.'
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NEW CROP SEED NOW READY
Bm'smiPiiES
GIANT MARKET and GIANT FANCY
STRAINS, in trade pkts., at $1 each.
Printed directions with every packase.
DENYS ZIRNGIEBEL, Needham, Mass.
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Exchange
Buffalo.
Trade is dull. We have had unusual
hot weather, but with now a pleasant
temperature; and there is no news.
Flowers ot most kinds had been over-
plentiful, with trade light, but the re-
cent week of heat, unusual even for
Buffalo in July, has changed conditions
and reversed both extent and quality
of the supply. VIDI.
Chattanooga, Ttnn.
Miss Elizabeth Pry has resigned the
editorship of the Southern Florist and
Gardener, published at Louisville, Ky.,
on account of ill health. She had been
in charge ot the paper since Its first
issue. Her connection witli it ended
with the July number.
Quincy, Ill-
Thomas A. Wilkes, formerly a nur-
seryman here, died suddenly in Cali-
fornia on July 5. He was a native ot
England and about 60 years of age.
Walworth. HI. T.
R. D. Gould died here June 29, of cancer;
he was 4T years ot age, and the only florist
IHOEMER'S SUPERB PRIZE PiNSlES,
r and Grower ol all the leading Novellle
FRED. POEMER. Seed Grower
PANSIES!
SEED ^ SEED
NEW CROP NOW READY.
ROEHMER'S SUPERB PRIZE PiNSlES.
This strain Includei all the leading novelties
Oilier, tassier. BuRnot and I'ariHian mix-
ture; the qualltleo nt the»e Tarletlee are so well-
known as to render a description unneceBsary.
Mixed, per packet of 2£00 seed, $1.00. 16.00 per oi.;
13 00 per !^ oz.: $1.75 per H nz. White, yellow and
black. In separate eolors. »1,00 per packet. Plants
reads September I5th. Cash with order,
PETER BROWN,
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The Marl M I I scented Sicilian flower, with red
-laii'lard; the lip-like petals surround-
ing the keel are pale blue. Its seed
pod is hairy." In another part of the
same work the plant is quoted as "La-
thyrus distoplatyphyllos, hirsutis, mol-
lis, magno et peramceno flore odoratis-
simo purpureo," but the latter word
has been added to Cupani's descriptive
name on the authority of Domenico
Sheard.
The next and by far the most impor-
tant work is the Hortus Catholicus of
Father Franciscus Cupani, Neapoli,
1696. The reverend Father was not only
a very devout Italian monk, as a pe-
rusal of his book amply testifies, but
also a most enthusiastic botanist.
Pickering in his Chronological History
of tlants. Boston, 1873, states that Cu-
pani was "the first cultivator of the
Sweet Pea," at Panormus, in Sicily, in
1699; but of this we shall speak later.
The work is merely a catalogue of
names, and the sweet pea appears sim-
ply as quoted above from Ray. No col-
or is given, neither is anything said
as to the country of its origin.
CUPAKI AND HIS WORK.
(Since the foregoing was written, I
have been able to examine the first
work published by Cupani, viz.: "Silla-
bus Plantarum SicillDe-nuperdetectarum
il P. F. Franciscus Cupani, Panormi,
1695." It is a very small work, 12 mo.,
and among the plants newly discov-
ered iu Sicily by Cupani, Is the Lathy-
rus distoplatyphyllos, etc., afterwards
transferred to the Hort. Cathol. pub-
lished in 1696.
As the name of Cupani naturally oc-
cupies such an important place in the
early history of sweet peas, the follow-
ing facts in connexion with his history
may be of interest to the reader: Fran-
ciscus Cupani was born in 1657 and in
the year 1681 became a monk, his order
•Copyrluhteii IffflT by thu A. T. DeLaMare Print-
ine and PubllshlnRCo., Ltd.. Rhlnelander Build-
ing, New York.
IG. I.— Latiivkus LiisTui'LATYPHYLLUs hivsutis luoUis et odorus. Lathyrus odo
atus Siculus et Linn.
{Reproduced from Horti Medici Amsleladamensis Vol 2, Fig. So, ibgy-iyot.')
ngraving; by Mr. G. H. Dicks (si
• • Librarian of the British Mu
cipal Lit
Cupani to Caspar Commelin and the
result was an illustration of the plant
in the Horti-Medici Amstelodamensis.
published in 1697-1701. It is a fine folio
work and in Vol. II. tableau 80 is given
a full page drawing, very well exe-
cuted, showing the foliage as we now
know it; the heavy footstalks mostly
carrying two flowers. (See Fig. I.) The
individual flowers are large, with the
standards mostly rounded and well de-
veloped, but among them are a few
monstrous forms; these, however, are
very variable in character. The name
given on the head line is Lathyrus dis-
toplatyphyllus, hirsutis. mollis et
odorus.
In a very elaborate article which ap-
the stalks compressed, solitary, pro-
jecting from both sides, on these stand
two wide and oblong leaves on a foot-
stalk, which is compressed, foliated
and raised, which footstalk ends in
tendrils. From the wings of the leaves
on longer pedicles spring butterfly like
flowers which are large and have a
purple standard, the remaining petals
are sky-blue. These flowers have a
very pleasant smell."
Rivini. whose Introductio Generalis
(Lipsia; 1690-99) is cited by Ruppii as
an authority (for the name, figures
Lathyrus siliquis hirsutis. A. Annual,
which is doubtless intended for a plant
of the sweet pea, but as the object of
the author is simply to call attention
to the hairy pods no illustration of the
LINNAEUS' DESCRIPTION.
fore referring to the numerous
botanical works published in the early
part of the ISth century it may be well
ntroduce here the description of
the plant as given by Linnaeus in his
Systema Plantarum Europae. Under
Lathyrus pedunculis section bifloris
we find Lathyrus odoratus;
a. Lathyrus siculus. Rupp. len. 210.
Lathyrus distoplatyphyllus. Comm.
hort. 2, p. 219.
b. Lathyrus Zeylanicus, odorato flore
amoeno ex albo et rubro vario.
Burm. Zeyl. 138 Knip. Cent. IV. N.
37.
Habitat: (a) In Sicilia; (b) in Zey-
lona (Ceylon).
Of the authorities cited by Linnaeus.
the first is of very great importance
because from it we learn that the white
variety is of Sicilian origin.
In the Flora Jenensis (Francfort.
171S). H. B. Ruppii places in the class
for plants with irregular flowers. Lath-
yrus siculus, Rivini (see above) and
states: "In gardens they generally call
it the musk-scented Lathyrus (L. mos-
chatum). Sometimes it varies with a
white flower."
The reference to the Hort. Amstel. of
Commelin has already been fully dealt
vith.
SWEET PEA
Respecting the Lathyrus Zeylanicus,
Burm. Zeyl. is the Thesaurus Zeylani-
cus, setting forth the plants native to
the Island of Ceylon, published at
Amsterdam 1737 by Joannis Burman-
nis, Med. Doct. et Botanices Profes-
soris in Horto Medico Amstelodamen-
In this work the plant appears as fol-
lows: "(a) Lathyrus Zeylanicus, flore
amceno ex albo et rubro vario. Nobis.
"(b) Lathyrus Zeyl. hirsutis flore va-
riegato odorato Hert. Hart.
"This plant differs from the Lath,
odorato of Cupani only in the variety of
the flower, and since it has been well
described and set lorth in Hort.
Amst. part 2, we do not furtner describe
it here, since also, in addition, these
plants are well known to all since they
frequently occur in our gardens."
The reference to Nobis I have not
been able to verify, but regarding Hert.
Hart. Burmannus says: "Hartog or
Hertog is a herbarium which I keep
and which it is certain contains very
many most elegant Zeylanian plants,
and was sent once by him from Zey-
lana to Cornelius Vossus, the gardener
at Amsterdam."
In the same work also appears a va-
riety, Lathyrus Zeylanicus, rubro pul-
cher. The omission of the word odorato
may be accidental; if so, we have here
the red variety, also ascribed to Ceylon.
This is cited by Burmannus on the au-
thority of the Prodrumus of Breynius,
published at Gedani,1680. If this surmise
be correct these two varieties were
known at the same time as Cupani
was calling attention to those of Sicilian
origin.
The reference to Knip. Cent. IV is a
very important one. In 1757-1763 Jo-
hann Hieronymus Kniphof, a cele-
brated Professor of Medicine at Erfurt,
published at Magdeburg a work en-
entitled
"Botanico in Originali Sev.
Herbarium vivum;
Linnaei'et Ludwigii."
The work is in several volumes of
folio size and in Vols. II. and V. are
given colored illustrations of pressed
flowers of the Painted Lady sweet pea.
In Vol. II. the stalks carry two flow-
ers (see Fig. II.), while in Vol. V. they
are one-flowered only (see Fig. III.). I
am of opinion that the first picture rep-
resents a cultivated plant and the sec-
ond represents a dried specimen sent
to the artist from Ceylon. Both illus-
trations are thus named:
"Lathyrus pedunculis, bifloris. clrr-
his. diphyllis. folio-ovatus oblongis. le-
guminibus hirsutis. Linn S. P. 732.
•• odoratus Zey-
lanicus." , ^ I. ,.j
It is remarkable that Kniphof should
give the barbarously descriptive title
on the authority of Linnaeus, and that
at a later date Linnseus should adopt
in his "Systema Plantarum" the
shorter name on the authority of
Kniphof. The two Illustrations vary
slightly in some minor details, but they
are evidently meant for the same plant.
The colors are those of the Painted
660
The Plorists' Exchhnce.
I. — Lathyrlis pedunculis bifloris, cirrhis diphyllis, foliis ouato-oblongis,
leguminibus hirsutis. Linn. S., P. 732. Ludw. D. G., P. 488.
odoratus zeylanicus.
{Reproduced from Kniphoffii Vol. 2, 7757-/763.)
from the original engraving, made by Mr. G. H. Dicks (son of the writer
special permission of the authorities of the Patent Office Museum Library,
From a sketch
this article), by
ndon, England.
Lady, as now grown, but the stand-
ards are small and of poor substance,
the wings being in each case the most
prominent parts of the flower.
AN IMPOKTANT DISCOVERT.
During the summer of 1896, while in-
specting for Cooper, Taber & Co., a
field of the Mrs. Sankey growing on a
strong, rich loam, I discovered a plant
identical in every respect with Kniph-
of's illustrations. I dried the plant as
carefully as possible and have had
much pleasure in handing it over to
the editor of The Florist's Exchange,
and he will doubtless be very pleased
to show it to any caller interested in
this subject.
Retracing our steps to the year 1730
the first colored illustration of sweet
peas that I have been able to discover
is contained in a set of very fine en-
gravings afterwards painted by hand
and entitled, "Twelve Months of Flow-
ers," designed by Peter Casteels, from
the collection of Robert Furber, gar-
diner at Kensington, and engraved by
H. Fletcher." The flowers of the vari-
ous months are arranged in the form
of bouquets and in the June number
appears the purple sweet pea. The
form of the flower is very loose and
straggling; the standard small and re-
flexed and the wings very large and
awitwardly arranged (see Fig. IV.). The
coloring is a uniform greyish-purple,
shaded with brick red, but the latter
is evidently added from artistic mo-
tives.
FIRST TRADE OFFER i
SWEET
The first trade offer of sweet peas is
contained in the explanatory catalogue
of the aforesaid Robert Furber. but
only the purple variety is quoted. This
had evidently come into his possession
through Dr. Uvedale, to whom it had
been sent by Cupani.
In the "Universal Gardener and Bot-
anist," published a few years later un-
der Lathyrus, we find: "Varieties of,
are, purple-flowered sweet pea, white-
flowered sweet pea, variegated or
Painted Lady sweet-scented pea." The
careful reader will note a slight differ-
ence in the description of the latter va-
riety, but the point to which particular
attention is here directed is that at this
time three quite distinct varieties were
known and cultivated in ordinary gar-
dens in England. This naturally leads
us to "The Scots Gardiners' Director,"
by James Justice, F. R. S., Edinburgh,
1754. At that time a great effort was
made by the Dutch dealers to capture
the British trade in flower seeds and
their catalogues were sent broadcast
through the land. Referring to these
catalogues, the said Justice observes
that "they are neither rightly named
botanically or otherwise." He then
proceeds to quote from the
"Catalogus van Schoone Bloem-Zaaden
te vinden by
Dirk and Pierre Voorhelm
Bloemists te Haarlem.
"No. 176. Lathyrus odorate flore albo
et rubro variegate.
"No. 177. Lathyrus odorate flore purp.
et rubro variegate."
"The first-named," says Justice, "is
the Lathyrus angustifolius fiore en
albo et rubro variegate odorato. men-
tioned by J. Bauhinus, 1650. (Any per-
son carefully examining the dried spec-
imen now in the hands of the editor of
The Exchange will recognize the ap-
propriateness of the name). This is
the Painted Lady pea vulgo, a variety
seminal of the 177, but not so sweet
smelled." Respecting 177 he says:
"This is the Lathyrus distoplatyphyl-
lus of Hort. Cathol., the sweet-scented
pea vulgo; of this kind of pea there is
both the purple and the white-fiow-
ered."
THE PARENT OF THE RACE.
Before resuming our consideration of
the works of later writers I may here
remark that the opinion of Justice that
the Painted Lady is the parent of the
race is shared by Mr. Eckford, who, in
a complete list, with which he has
kindly furnished me, styles the Painted
Lady "the original variety." There
seems no reasonable doubt that it was
known to botanists before the Sicilian
purple. One singular fact in connec- | London, England.
tion with it is that while Pickering
states on the authority of C. C. Spren-
gel, whose work, "Gehimniss der
Natur," was published at Berlin in 1793,
that "Linn^us received the sweet pea
from Ceylon and on this account calls
it the Lathyrus odoratus of Ceylon,"
the plant is not mentioned under any
name by Linnaeus in his "Flora Zeylan-
ica," published in 1747. The absence of
the plant from this important work
may have caused other botanists to
bring it under the notice of the illus-
trious Swede, for very shortly after, in
his "Systema Plantarum," we find him
adopting the name from the work of
Burmannus, published 1737.
THE SWEET PEA OF SICILY.
It the sweet pea is truly of Sicilian
origin it is very remarkable that no
mention is made of it In that very com-
plete work by Paolo Bocconi, "Icones
Plantarum SiciliEe, etc.," published
1674.
During my visit to Naples in 1896 I
brought these facts to the notice of
that eminent authority, Mr. G. Spren-
ger. He courteously undertook to in-
vestigate the matter during his ap-
proaching trip in Sicily and has, since
his return, written me as follows:
"I retain that the plant is really a
native of the two most important Ital-
ian islands, Sicily and Sardinia. I have
just come from Sicily, where I could
see the plant in the neighborhood of
Corleone, a town lying in the interior
on a range of hills, and in several other
wild regions round about, together with
other papilionacese. The plant has all
the appearance of being of spontaneous
form and not an imported one. The
above locality has been but very rarely
visited and it is apparently to be ex-
cluded that L. od. was brought there.
It is surprising that the Lathyrus has
been found in but a few places, but this
does not mean much. From what I
could deduct the plant grows in three
or four places in Sicily and it has also
been found in Sardinia. Our most
learned men retain that the Lathyrus
is really an indigenous kind in Sicily,
because it presents all the characters
of being of spontaneous growth. The
flowers of our kind are purple (purpu-
rea) while those of Ceylon are rose-
colored. This could be a variation due
to the climate, but I was unable to find
out if the Lathyrus varies or if the
white-flowered variety is found grow-
ing spontaneously."
The statements of Mr. Sprenger are
in full accord with the quotations from
Cupani's Syllabus given above, and un-
til further evidence is forthcoming I
am compelled to question the correct-
ness of the position taken up by Justice
and Eckford. The evidence of the au-
thorities quoted in this article leads me
to the conclusion that the purple and
white varieties are of Sicilian origin,
while the Painted Lady and most prob-
ably the red have their origin in Cey-
lon.
As no history of sweet peas would be
complete without a reference to "Cur-
tis's Botanical Magazine," 1788, I copy
the following from Vol. II., p. 80. After
giving the Latin descriptive name, as
it appears in the Kniphofi, he writes:
"There is scarcely a plant more gen-
erally grown than the sweet pea, and
no wonder, since, with the most deli-
cate blossoms, it unites an agreeable
perfume. Several varieties of this plant
are enumerated by authors, but gen-
eral cultivation extends to two only;
the one with blossoms perfectly white,
the other white and rose-colored, com-
monly called the Painted Lady pea."
The sweet pea is described as a na-
tive of Sicily, the Painted Lady as an
inhabitant of Ceylon. The colored plate
accompanying this description is a lit-
tle too red in tone for the purple, as
now grown. A reproduction of it with
the same fault appears in the "Ladies'
Manual of Botany," published 1798. It
is possible that the deep purple shade
is a development, for in Ray's work,
before referred to (pub. 1686) the stand-
ard is described as red, which term
might be used for a reddish purple.
THE SWEET PEA IN FRANCE.
The early French botanists do not
appear to have taken very kindly to
sweet peas, for the earliest reference I
have been able to discover is in a work
entitled "Plantes de la France. D6-
crites et peintes d'apres nature par M.
Jaume Saint Hilaire, Paris, 1809." The
French name is given as "Gesse odor-
ante" and the known "vari«t6s" are
described as follows;
lere. ^tendard de couleur rose, ailes et
carene blanchatres.
Fig. III. — Lathyrus pedunculis bifloris,
leguminibus hirsutis. Linn. S.,
odorati
This diphyllis, foliis ffouato-oblongis
. 732. LuDW. D. G., P. 488.
zeylanicus.
{Reproduced from Kniphoffii Vol. 5, 17^7-176^.)
Dicks (son <
Patent 1
July 17, 1897.
The F^lorisxs* Exchtingb.
601
2e. #tendaid de couleur pourpie-violet
ou violet-noiratre, ailes et carSne
de couleur bleu.
Fleurit; durant les mois de Juillet et
d'Aout.
Habite: la lere. variety est originaire
de rile de Ceilan; la 2e. se trouve en
Sicile.
The accompanying colored plate
shows a complete branch with two
blossoms on each stem. The coloring
has been done entirely at the artist's
fancy, as different colored flowers ap-
pear on the same stem; while the col-
orings of the unopened buds would,
could_ they be discovered in nature,
drive' those enthusiasts, Eckford and
Hutchins, wild with Joy.
AS AN ARTICLE OF COMMERCE.
With this as a final reference to lit-
erary authorities, we may leave this
branch of our subject and very briefly
touch upon the seedsman's connection
with the sweet pea as an article of
commei'ce. Reference has already been
made to the offer of Robert Furber, in
1730, and also that of Dirk and Voor-
helm, in 1754. Next in order is the cat-
alogue for 1793 of John Mason at the
sign of the Orange Tree in Fleet Street,
London (the original founder of the
business of Cooper, Taber & Co.),
wherein I find quoted; Black, purple,
scarlet, white, and Painted Lady. This
list shows that some intelligent work
had been done during the previous thir-
ty-nine years, but by whom I am un-
able to discover. The catalogues issued
by this firm did not exhibit any change
for many years, but in 1837 James Car-
ter founded his business in Holborn,
and in his first catalogue quoted black.
Painted Lady, purple, scarlet, white,
striped, and yellow. To the foregoing
Noble, Cooper and Bolton, in 1850,
added new large, dark purple, and
mixed, showing that two selections had
been made from the parent purple va-
riety.
Shortly after this date it became cus-
tomary for the wholesale seed mer-
chants to quote in their vegetable seed
list Nasturtiums, Mignonette and Sweet
Peas, and in 1S73 Robert Cooper quoted
the latter in this way:
Sweet Peas, mixed,
do. do. named,
do. do. white.
This style continued until 1881. when
they were simply offered as sweet peas
mixed and named.
This fact is of interest, as it records
a peculiarity in the treatment of sweet
peas at that time. For some reason,
which I never clearly understood, sev-
eral of the wholesale seedsmen did not
include the white variety in their mix-
tures unless it was specially ordered,
but in the TO's the practice was gen-
erally abandoned. The indifferent ger-
mination of the brown-seeded white
varieties has always been a source of
trouble to the seedsman and this may
in some measure account for the cus-
tom.
Going back as far as 1860, James Car-
ter offered blue-edged, to which the
Royal Horticultural Society gave a
flrst-class certificate many years later.
On August 22, 1883, this novelty was
first named Blue Hybrid, and it was
understood to have been a true hybrid
between the annual white sweet pea
and the perennial Lord Anson's blue.
It was the outcome of a series of ex-
periments made with the object of rais-
ing a real blue-flowered variety by Col-
onel Trevor Clarke, of Daventry (vide
Card. Chron., Mar. 6, 1897). The But-
terfiy offered by Sutton & Sons, in 1880,
is practically identical with this va-
riety.
On July 11, 1865, a first-class certifi-
cate was awarded to Stephen Brown
for Invincible Scarlet, which, if prop-
erly grown, is one of our very best va-
rieties to-day, and is undoubtedly the
parent of the brilliant-colored class.
The seeds of this variety were sold at
two pence (4 cents) each, but no word
of complaint came from the purchasers,
for Its character had been thoroughly
fixed before it was placed upon the
About 1868 the Crown Princess of
Prussia appeared in Germany, an in-
troduction as distinct and valuable as
any that had been offered. Who really
was the raiser of this variety I have
not been able to discover. It has gen-
erally been assigned to Mr. Ernst Pe-
nary, but that gentleman writes me
disclaiming the honor, although it was
offered in his catalogue for 1870.
(Since the foregoing was written I
have learned from Messrs. Haage &
Schmidt, Erfurt, that Crown Princess
of Prussia was sent out by them in
1868-69. The same firm also sent out
Fairy Queen in 1873-74 and in the same
year offered a lilac variety which they
claimed to be superior to Captain
Clarke; later on this variety was omit-
questionable practice of naming new
varieties of this lovely flower after
titled and untitled nobodies came into
vogue.
ADVENT OF ECKFORD.
Fig. IV.— The Puki'Le Sweet Pea. (No. 33.)
As it appears in the set of engravings published under the title of "Twelve Months
of Flowers," by Robert Furber, Gardener at Kensington, in 1730.
Photo engraved f
go Southw
: Street, London,
ted from their list and Captain Clarke
retains possession of the field. A very
pretty and distinct variety named
Bronze King is the latest introduction
of this well-known firm.— S. B. D.)
In 1880 Carters offered Violet Queen,
an entirely new color, but a very poor
flower. Adonis was offered by the same
peas from that time has mainly con-
sisted of a record of his triumphs. Of
the other European growers Laxton
undoubtedly occupies the foremost
place, but the good work by J. C.
Schmidt, Haage & Schmidt and Lo-
renz, in Germany, ought not to be ig-
nored. France has been content to oc-
SwEET Pea Blanche Bue
-Finest typejof the modern Sweet Pea.
firm in 1882, but this was displaced In
1883 by the New Carmine Rose of Mus-
kett & Sons, afterwards renamed
Princess Beatrice, and, to this day, one
of the most popular and beautiful of
the rose section. From this time on-
wards the purely descriptive names ap-
pear to have been discontinued and the
my unstinted praise for the foresight,
patience and skill he has all along dis-
played. Whether he will be able to
maintain his position as leader in the
face of the great wave of Western com-
petition, the close of another decade
will show. Of the work done by that
"Cupani of the West," the Rev. W. T.
Hutchins, this is not the place to write;
but a passing reference may be permit-
ted to the remarkable parallel existing
between the position and work of the
Eastern and Western enthusiasts. I
trust that the spirit of the true botanist
which animated Cupani will continue
to animate the work of Mr. Hutchins,
so that when in the distant future some
student intending to write an article for
The Florist's Exchange on the "Ren-
aissance of Sweet Peas" shall discover
amongst the treasured archives of a
grateful country the classic works
bearing his name, he will find them as
pleasing, instructive and helpful as
those of Cupani and his co-workers
have proved to yours faithfully,
London, 1897. S. B. DICKS.
niyEsiioTir"
OPEN TO ALL. .
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I ThoM Wbo Know.
(115)
A Flowering Vine for Brick
Wall — If the wall is cold and dark, as
the query suggests, English ivy is the
best thing to cover the wall; the leaves
are always useful. For a warm wail
there are many flowering vines that are
both pretty and useful, such as Clero-
dendron Balfourii, Bougainvillea gla-
bra or B. g. Sanderiana, Stephanotis
floribunda; several tacsonias, aristoio-
chias and solanums also suggest them-
selves.
(116) Plants for Shaded Bencli — If
the bench is so shaded and cold it is
diflicult to suggest anything. Pansies,
stevia, eupatorium, alyssum or myoso-
tis may do well and at the same time
be fairly profitable.
(117) Wlilte Grubs Destroying Amer-
ican Beanty Plants — The remedy is to
search the soil and destroy the grubs.
They are found by scratching the soil
slightly near the base of the plant.
(118)
esias
Allin
Neaiioll-
fully placed before the American pub-
lic by the Rev. W. T. Hutchins that it
is only necessary for me to record here
m What is the proper treatment
for freesias'? When should they be put
in pots and when brought inside?
Should Allium neapolitanum be treated
the same way? What is the best tem-
perature for same?— S. K., Brooklyn.
—A few freesia bulbs are already to
hand from Bermuda. These are being
potted up at once. Freesias can be
grown either in flats and pots or they
may be planted out in the benches. The
best results are obtained from the lat-
ter method when it is possible to spare
the room. After potting in the ordi-
nary way they should be stored in a
cold frame and shaded. When the roots
are working properly and head growth
begins take the plants indoors in the
early fall and grow on in a moderate or
greenhouse temperature.
Alliums may be treated much in the
same way.
(119) Plant Lice on Maples — We
send you to-day package containing
some insects which were taken from a
maple tree and are strangers around
here. I would like to know their name
and whether they are destructive to
trees other than maples?— W. Mc-
BRIER, JR., Walden. N. Y.
—The insects covered with a cottony
secretion and found on the leaves of
maple are a species of plant louse
known as Pemphigus acerifolii. It is
such a rare insect that it has never
been supplied with a common name.
It should not be called "the maple
louse" as there are several other spe-
cies of plant lice that occur on the
maple. I think this is the first time
that this species has been recorded tor
this State. The species was described
by Dr. Riley, while he was State Ento-
mologist of Missouri. Specimens have
also been taken in New Jersey. Like
all species of plant lice it will prove in-
jurious wherever and whenever it oc-
curs in large numbers. This species is
not known to occur on any other kinds
of trees or shrubs, but It is known that
most of the species of the genus Pem-
phigus migrate at this season of the
year to some annual plants. What
these plants are is known in only a few
cases. F. A. S.
662
The F=i-orists' Exchange.
flELD-SBOWII cgBimiiiii
Good, stronir, heiilthv plains. Write for
kinds and prices. Delivery after Sept. 10th.
LOGAN AVE. GREENHOUSES, Danville, III.
Wlien Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PIDUtTinilC Kooted Cuttings of the follow.
bflnWAIIUHO Im, to olojeout^^lver Spray
Portia, l.iMle McGow"^aB.'TI per loot). Also i^walnsona alba,
rooted cutUnKs. 11.50 per 100; (lO.OO per 1000.
JOSEPH RENARD, Unionville, '"S" Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FINEST STOCK OF FIELD GROWN
CARNATIONS
mate is unsurpassed for their successful
GEOrHANCOGK & SON, Grand Haven, Mich.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
I EDW. J. TAYLOR, J
i Wholesale i
I Carnation Grower, :
♦ SOUTHPORT, CONN. ♦
♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦
• QRALLERT & CO.
I CARNATION GROWERSJ
Harrison's White
CARNATION.
New Carnation, sport fromWm. Scott.
JOHN HARRISON,
739 Bergen Ave., Jersey City, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
MORELLO
The New Scarlet.
From soil.
FOR BENCHING.
Glory of Paclflo, Ladr Fitzwygram, Au-
tumn Bride. Wm. Simpson. $4 00 per 100.
Marion Henderson, Marquis de Moiit-
mort. Yellow Queen, Geo. W. Childs.
Mme. Felix Perrin, Mutual Friend, Piuk
Ivory, Lady Playfalr, Georgieune Bram-
liall, E, Dailledouze, Helen Bloodgood,
Mrs. Jerome Jones, $3.00 per 100.
Deduct 60c. per 100 on orders of 250 plants or
A COMPLETE LINE OF NOVELTIES FOR '97
NATHAN SMITH HON, Adrian, Mich.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CH R Y SANT H ii fVl U MS
yellow, which we found
p to Uiiddle of July plaut-
Georeliina Pilcher-A splendid yellow variety.
lar«e rounded Incurved flowers, that we lllie a«
well Hs Bonn ffon. Sure to please. »:).0U per 100
H. W. Kieinan A leader amonii late yellows.
always reliable. t;< OU per 100
Heleu Wriurht — A dwarf Incurved white. Mrs.
J. Jones lltie In form, very good $3.00 per 100
Aline. Kellx I'errln-Aneleeent medium sized
plant. »3 CO per 100.
Mrs E. BuetCner— A late very bright yellow.
V. Morel like in form, strong sturdy grower. 13.00
per 100.
Rulh EllU-A light pink variety that proved
satisfactory In ail planting.. $3 00 per 100.
XHEO. K. BECKEUT,
Nbville Island,
GLENFIELD, PA.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CARNATIONS ALL SOLD.
FOR LIST OF
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
If not already received.
H. 'WEBER & SONS,
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
Twenty-flve best '
era; Pink, Whiteand Yellow, at $3.00 per
100; $15.00 per 1000; my selection, from
R.H.MURPHEY,Urbana,Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
On account of stock of a grtat many
varieties being nearly.^old out we will
accept no more orders except for vari-
eties of our own selection. We have
several thousand standard and new
kinds to dispose of yet at $2.00 per 100,
from 2 inch pots, as long as they last.
HYDRAKCEA OXAKSA, nice plants,
from pots, $2,00 per lUU.
Cash with order, please.
JOHN HACKETT & CO.,
62d St., near Elmwood Ave., PHIL* , PA.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
GERANIUMS 'p}.fo?
Fine plants, from 2 and 214 inch potB, as foIIowB:
Bruant. White Swan, Gen. (Jrant and Firebrand.
Blue nioonflower. 11.40 per IfiO.
BeKonia Ar»;entea Uuttata, fine plants, 6 to 8
In.hiwh.»A splendens, only true pink,
$4,011 per 100.
Cash or First-class Bank References Must Accompany
all Orders.
J. B, HEISS, 1l6So.MainSt.,Dayton, 0.
WhenWrltlne Mention Florists' Exchange
J. COOK "'%?S^Er' Baltimore, Nld.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ROSES
Amerlcao Beuutr. :<
31
Bridesmaid. Brl<,<
sllene. Walleville,
ei, niermrc
»6 00 per 100: KO.UO per 1000
;'ia
SMILAX.
;rong. from 2M In. pots. »2.50 per 100; I2O.0O I
VIOLETS.
larle Louise, L,ndr Campbell,
healthy ttocs, from 'iU in. pots. »:).(X) per 10
'chrysanthemums.
For Varieties and Prices, see April 34th li
FROM^aVilN. CANNAS ^^-O^I-LANTS.
Florence Vnugbnu, I bus. IleitderNOii, Tbu
iMnrquntil. Thus. S. U are. J.l).('Bboi
MISCELLANEOUS PLANTS.
)arntitloua, trum 4 In. pots, flnestock.
;oleus, loadlnB .on»,2>iln. pots
geraniums, double aadBlnitle, 4
Itloon Flower, 2
PelarEOQlnins, 2S\f4'i^»:.
Reliable and clean stock at low wholesale rates.
All desirable ieariing varieties of PEACHES, old
and new. in fruiting orchards. Have the new
Triumph, Greeusboro, and Sneed fruiting.
Buds can be supplied in season at low rates.
" Very large stock of PLUm TREES all on plum
roots, one and two years. Buds can be supplied of
these also, either from nurseries or orchard trees.
Have all the leading Japanese varieties. Abundance,
Burbank. Chabot. Satsuma, Wlllard an I others;
al.--o the new Red June and Wick*.on in good supply.
Usual supply also of A»paraeuH Roott to offer.
ALEXANDER PULLEN.Milford Nurseries. Milford, Del.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
P. OUWERKERK,
1 1 23 Summit Ave., Jersey City, N.J.
Just received from our Holland
Nurseries :
RHODODENDRONS, AZALEAS,
SPIR/EA JAPONICA, LILIUNI SPECIOSUffl,
P/EONIES, BLEEDING HEART,
POT GROWN LILACS, HYDRANGEA IN SORTS.
CLEMATIS and H. P. ROSES, m the bestsortB
PRICES MODERATE.
When •Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Prize-Winning
DAHLIAS
AN UNPRECEDENTED RECORD.
23 First Prizes, Certificate of Merit, 2
Diplomas, and highest mention everywhere.
If you want the Very best Dabllas
that bloom, send for our 1897 descriptive trade
list now ready. Address
W. p. PEACOCK.
Dahlia Specialist, ATCO, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
2c. GERANIUMS 2c.
Nice well f.iliaged plants, from 2^ in. pots, in
splendid shape, the very best varieties.
HYDRANGEA OTAKSA MONSTROSA. This
new Hydrangea bears flowers of immense size;
nice plants from 2'A i". pots that will make
splendid stock for next season, $3.00 per 100.
Per 100
COLEUS, best varieties $1 50
UMBRELLA PLANT 2 50
FLOWERING BEGONIAS, good
assortment 2 50
CARNATIONS, well established potted plants
in the following : Fred Dorner, McGowan
Mrs. Harrison, Elizabeth Reynolds, Portia!
$1.50 per 100. Eldorado and Helen Keller,
$3.50 per 100. Cash with order.
JOHN A. DOYLE, SPRINGFIELD, OHIO.
When Writing Mention FlorlaU' Exchang(
The Puorists' Exchange.
Japanese Flora/ Art.
(Concluded from page (343.)
In distributing lines from their point
of separation ail artists ivoid equal-
sided or symmetrical arrangements, and
balance and harmony without repeti-
tion are the governing principles, while
anything at all suggestive of the inap-
propriate in the combinations of ma-
terials is scrupulously avoided. The
triple arrangement of stems, which
means three pre^ ailing linjs, may be
taken as an orijiral model for a.'l ar-
rangements. This is called the trilineal
arrangement and consists of a princi-
pal (the central and longest stem), a
secondary (one-half as long as the
principal) and a tertiary (one-fourth as
long as the principal), the secondary
having a more vertical and the tertiary
a more lateral tendency. As the prin-
cipal faces right or left the composition
is called a right or left composition.
After the arrangement of stems the
next thing to be observed is the three
distinct characters in flowers— the full
blossoms, half-open buds and buds. In
leaves they properly place the young
green leaf, full leaf and reddening and
falling leaf. . To these consummate
flower artists each has its proper func-
tion and, therefore, correct position in
a composition and must not be ignored.
In the arrangement full blossoms take
the position of principal, half-open
buds secondary and buds that of ter-
tiary, and out of these simple, funda-
mental rules proceeds their wonderful
art in arranging flowers.
Straight leaves are "strong," curled
or bent, "weak;" and in a correct com-
position strong flowers are placed near
weak leaves, strong leaves near buds
or overblown flowers.
Distinction in "rank" is also observed
In the "se.xes" of flowers. Buds are fe-
male; full flowers, male; front of
leaves, 'male; back, 'female. These
must be fltly wedded, having regard to
rank and color, which also has rank
and sex— red, purple, pink and varie-
gated colors being male; blue, yellow
and white, female. In rank white usu-
ally takes highest place, but in chry-
santhemums yellow is first; in peach,
pale pink; iris, purple; camellias, red;
wistaria, lavender; peonies, red; con-
volvuli, dark blue, etc.
Besides havin.g to consider all these
qualities in making up a bouquet, sim-
ple as it may be, there are negative
rules to be observed— certain errors are
to be religiously avoided. There are
many of these; space only permits
mention of a few most important
"don'ts" when you're making up your
bouquet.
Don't, If you would have a result in
pure Enshni style, allow stems to
"cross-cut," so OS to form angles, or lo
"view-cut," stem or twig cutting across
its parent stem or branch; and never,
as you value artistic irregularity, allow
two stems to parallel (ach other. Then
there is a lot of "under-cutting," in
which stems crossing and recrossing
form looped openings known as "lat-
lice-crossing" or "window-crossing;"
much as you value a lattice in paint-
ing, steer clear of it in your floral pict-
ure if you would not tempt the shade
of Kobori-Totomi-no-Kami, the founder
of the great Enshni school, to return
to this earth to preserve the rules of
beauty from barbarous misuse.
"Color sandw^iching" will excite a
groan from theKo school, while "flower-
stepping" or "equal ranging" might
cause the whole combined Shinskos,
Mishos, Sekishnis and Seizans to turn
in their .graves.
Besides these there are many others.
An important error which must never
occur is "nagashi," or long, streaming
sprays on both sides of the grouping.
These streamers are used only in sus-
pended vessels, or tall bamboo vases,
showing side mouths. The idea in using
the suspended -vessels is that sprays or
hanging vines usually are found sus-
pended over edges of chasms or preci-
pices, and they simply seek to carry
out nature's methods.
This proportion and appropriateness
between flowers and their receptacles
is most rigidly observed. A water
plant arranged like a land plant is a
great violation of the rules of appro-
priateness. The combination of two
I or three flowers is common, especially
in vessels having two or three openings
as, for instance, the bamboo sticks,
which are carved in this way. There
are forty-two methods named for
notching the bamboo stick into flower
holders, and it will readily be seen of
what importance the vessel is to an
aesthetic and artistic composition.
An arrangement of convolvuli would
he shown creeping or climbing natur-
ally over the handle of one of these ex-
quisite baskets, which the Japanese de-
sign so cunningly, instead of awkward-
ly trying to support itself in a vase.
In this principle of appropriateness
many rules occur. Strongly odorous
flowers are rejected as being unsuitable
to place before guests and poisonous
plants are abhorred as bringing ill luck.
Seasonablentss is a governing rule and
it would require a chapter on their
flower festivals to even convey a par-
tial knowledge of the intimacy with
which flowers are associated with every
act of Japanese life.
The arrangement used for religious
.ornaments, for adorning shrines and
tombs is the shin-no-hana, meaning
central flower arrangement, and the
approach to symmetry is its governing
feature. Plum, combined with ever-
green pine and bamboo, forms a floral
braid called sho-chiku-bai and is used
en congratulatory occasions, meaning
enduring happiness. Simplicity would
be expressed by iris in a two-story
bamboo vase; ambition by a vessel of
decayed wood with a climber, quaint-
ness by a gourd-shaped vessel with
very small chrysanthemum.s. A min-
iature plum tree, such as trained Japa-
nese gardeners are specially fond of
growing, is to these imaginative little
creatures an imitation of budding
youth grafted on twisted or contorted
old age.
The floral art of Japan is due to Bud-
dhism and the lotus flower, hachisu-
hana, is the Buddhist emblem of pur-
ity, for it grows unsullied out of the
wind. Its leaves are usually gemmed
with dewdrops and this effect the artist
seizes with avidity whenever he sees it.
In the decorative arts the nightingale
is usually associated with the jolum
tree; bamboo leaves with sparrows;
peonies with pea-fowl; maple trees
with deer; iris with the mandarin
duck; while the imperial chrysanthe-
mum is invariably associated with the
royal bird— the crane. The plum is the
favorite of artists, while the cherry is
called the king of the flowers, the Jap-
anese preferring flowers they have to
look up to. Pinks are favorites; they
are called "nadeshiko" or "little dar-
lings." Even the melon is looked upon
as an artistic flower and is often seen
climbing over their metal-work houses.
Wistaria is the first flower of summer,
and the chrysanthemum the queen of
autumn and the triumph of this won-
derful floricultural skill. A fancy pre-
vails that in this flower the same tint
is never seen twice and in this resem-
bles the human face.
In Japan there are 296 color varieties
of chrysanthemum — sixty-three yellow,
elgnty-seven white, thirty-two purple,
thirty red, thirty-one pale pink, twelve
russet and fourteen mixed.
In naming their chrysanthemums
they have given poetic imagination free
lein. For instance, a bloom of tangled
petals is called "Dishevelled Hair;" a
cherry-blossom color, "Sky at Dawn;"
a white flower, "Companion of the
Moon." and a pale yellow, "Dye of
Dew!" Contrast these with the Ameri-
can fashion of naming them after
prominent women! Is there not a
seeming inherent appropriateness in
their method over ours?
When a composition is flnished it is
placed upon the toku-no-ma, the "place
of honor," where it is intended that it
shall be studied from a point of view,
but it must endure to be regarded with
equal artistic satisfaction from either
right or left.
The Japanese regard the floral art as
a potent factor in the national refine-
ment of character, believing the prac-
tice of the art develops a religious
spirit, gentleness, self-denial and a f.^r-
getfulness of cares. Subtle psycholo-
gists they! And as a result of this
highly developed aesthetic faculty we
And a floriculture designed to bring out
the totality of our sensuous and spir-
itual powers in their highest degree.
Of course, in a union with Christian
flower lore this magniflcent Pagan
flower art would necessarily be stripped
of much of its religious aspect and
would be the gainer in being freed from
its bondage to ancient Phallic
nial, a reminiscence of which it n
still appear to modern civilization!
The Bermuda Lily Disease.
As already announced in these col-
umns, the disease of the Bermuda or
Easter lily has been made the subject
of study during the past three years by
the Division of Vegetable Physiology
and Pathology of the United States De-
partment of Agriculture. The investi-
gations, carried on by Mr. Albert F.
Woods, assistant chief of the division,
are not yet completed, but it is be-
lieved sufficient information has been
obtained to warrant a preliminary re-
port on what has been accomplished.
This report will soon be issued by the
Department of Agriculture, but in view
of the fact that bulbs are now coming
in and that planting will soon begin, a
brief review of the main facts set forth
may be of value.
The lily disease is characterized by
the spotting and distortion of the
leaves and sometimes the flowers and
a general stunting of the plants. When
the flowers are spotted the plants are
unsalable, regardless of the condition
of the leaves. Where the flowers, how-
ever, and the upper whorls of leaves
are not injured the plants may still
be sold for certain decorative purposes.
The disease occurs in Bermuda, where
the bulbs are grown in the field; in
this country, where they are forced,
and in all probability wherever this
and related lilies are cultivated. In this
country it destroys from 20 to 60 per
cent, of the crop of Lllium Harrisii
planted, and as to the losses elsewhere
there are no figures available.
The disease has been attributed to
worn-out soil, premature removal of
flowers and stems, premature harvest-
ing, improper propagation, bad treat-
ment during forcing and the attacks of
various insects and fungi. All these
matters have received more or less at-
tention, and experiments, extending
through several seasons, have been
made to prove the truth or falsity of
the various theories. As a result of the
work the evidence is sufficient to war-
rant the statement that the trouble is
not due to any one thing, but is
brought on by a combination of fac-
tors, involving long-continued im-
proper selection, propagation and cul-
tivation in the field; the work of a
mite (Rhizoglyphus echinops); injuries
resulting from the punctures of plant
lice, or aphides, and the attacks of cer-
tain bacteria and fungi, notably an
Oospora related to the one associated
with potato scab. The injuries from
the mites, aphides and fungi are al-
w'ays more severe on plants which have
been weakened by improper methods
of propagation, selection, etc., while
being forced.
In regard to preventive measures, it
is plain that work must begin where
the bulbs are grown in the fleld. Every
plant that shows evidence of disease
should be destroyed, and only the
strongest and healthiest bulbs should
be used for propagation. A second se-
lection should be made when the plants
from the scales are being transferred
to the fleld. A third selection should be
made when the bulbs are prepared for
shipment, so as to reduce as much as
possible the difl5culties encountered by
those who force the bulbs. In the fleld
rotation of crops should be practised,
for bulbs long grown on the same soil
will have more of the mites and other
parasitic organisms to contend against;
hence will run greater risks of being
weakened. The bulbs should be ripened
with their stems on and should be dug
only when fully matured and rested.
When forced, bulbs sljould be planted
in well-drained, well-aerated soil, con-
taining not more than one-fourth well-
rotted manure. All injured bulbs
should be thrown out and in watering
exercise care in keeping the young fo-
liage as dry as possible, for it may be
injured by having water injected into
the tissues. In feeding avoid the use of
solutions of horse, cow and sheep ma-
nures, as they have a tendency to clog
the soil, resulting in asphyxiation of
the roots and consequent injury to the
top. Soluble chemical foods may be
used to advantage, but caution must
be exercised in applying them.
The matter in the report is treated
under the following heads; (1) Char-
acteristics of the lily disease, (2) prev-
alence of the disease and its destruc-
tiveness in this country, (3) theories as
to the cause of the disease, (4) evi-
dences as to the causes influencing the
and (5) preventive measures.
B. T. GALLOWAY.
July 17, 1897.
The Pl-orists* Exchmnge.
667
The Manuring of Orchids.
Some interesting experiments, says
the Gardeners' Chronicle, have recently
been made with a view to determine
the gradual degeneration that takes
place in some cattleyas. For this pur-
pose the expedient of analyzins rait-
leyas at the time of impoitatiim, ami
after some years when degeneration
had set in, was resorted to. It was
noted also that the production ot flow-
ers is an exhaustive process and that
little is done to compensate for the loss.
"The result of these experiments
shows thai cattleyas, when degenerate,
contain less dry matter, organic sub-
stances, nitrates and ash. Among these
elements, diminution is evident in the
amount of potash, lime, magnesia and
phosphoric acid— that is to say, in the
principal fertilizing elements. The
cattleyas were giown in a soil almost
destitute of fertilizing matter, and their
weakness is attributable to the produc-
tion of the flowers for which they were
cultivated. To verify this the experi-
menters proceeded to analyze the flow-
ers and discovered what amount of loss
of fertilizing elements these plants sus-
tained as a consequence of flowering.
It may be said that the organic matter
of the flowers contains a considerable
quantity of nitrogen, and that the
ashes are particularly rich in potash,
lime, magnesia and phosphoric acid.
The dwindling of cattleyas in respect
of these elements is, therefore, ex-
plained very clearly in this way, the
results plainly showing that degenera-
tion of these plants is attributable to
the exhaustion caused by the produc-
tion of flowers.
"From the standpoint of practical
horticulture we may conclude from this
investigation that cattleyas should re-
ceive, to counteract this degeneration,
a mixture ot suitable manures, contain-
ing nitrogen, phosphoric acid, potash,
lime and magnesia."
The following information on the
same subject, furnished to the Orchid
Committee of the Royal Horticultural
Society by Mr. A. H. Smee, is very in-
teresting. Mr. Smee experimented with
an old and starved variety of Cattleya
TriauEe. He says:
"I fed this plant once a week, during
the growing season, with two or three
ounces of water, which contained ni-
trate of potash, nitrate of ammonia,
phosphate of ammonia and carbonate
of magnesia, of the strength of half an
ounce of nitrate of potash and half an
ounce of nitrate of ammonia, with a
small quantity ot the other salts, with
the result that the plant made stronger
growth and produced a greater number
of flowers, which were brighter in color.
In 1895 I tried a larger number of
plants and I was so satisfied with the
result that in 1896 I added nitrate of
potash and nitrate of ammonia each
week during the summer to the rain
water tanks of the cattleya house. The
total quantity used during the summer
was one pound of the nitrate of am-
monia and one pound of the nitrate of
potash. This worked out at the rate of
2.5 grains per gallon. Many of the
flowers of the cattleya this year were
larger, brighter and had more sub-
stance than in previous years.
"This year I intend to increase the
amount to five grains per gallon during
the summer, that is to say, from May
to September. I also propose to treat
some of the plants with small quanti-
ties of phosphate of ammonia and car-
bonate of magnesia, in addition to the
nitrate of ammonia and potash. I ex-
pect that I shall be able to make a fa-
vorable report on a future occasion on
the results of these experiments.
"I expect further observations will
prove that the assimilation of phos-
phates by plants sets free the phos-
phorus, which combining with the ni-
tro-hydro-carbons of the tissues will
tend to promote inflorescence, and will
probably increase the germinating
power of the seed of epiphytal orchids."
CATALOGUES RECEIVED.
SlEBRECIlT & SON, New Rochclle, N Y.-
Price List of Pot Grown and Layer Strawberry
Plants.
The Lovett Company, Little Silver, N. J -
Price List ot Pot Grown and L lyer Strawberry
List of Tur
: present season.
SANREK & Co., St Albans, I
es, Belgium.— Descriptive List
or 1897 ; profusely illustrated,
h of desirable novelties should 1
Brunut, extra, $(>.C0 per 100: (50 00 per 1000,
Brnunt. M iii. pats. $.S.CO per 100; (»00 per 101 U.
Mixed b»»tvars.. 1600 per 100. Heliotrope, 2«
In pols, »2 60 per 100. ( »Bh wllh order.
WM. J. CFIIlNPiICK, Xreiltoil, N. J.
Whfn Writing M.-ntl.in Florists' Exchange
Slronir pliiius, frum pots. »2 CO per 100;
llSOUperlOOO. Cnsli Willi utder.
SAMUEL J BUNTING, Elmwood Ave & 68lh St. Fhlla.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
aMExx^.A.:
EIHWDB SSPIIDIFLOIll
t'rc.ni 4 Incb pots, (2 00 per 100.
A'*TER PI.ANT.^-Cholcest colurB. Semple's
bloom Sppt. and Oct. A I condition, $1.00 per 100.
SUILA-V-Strong plants trom pots. $2.00 per 100
JOHN C. EISELE,
20th & Ontario Sts.. PHILADKLPHI A, PA.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SMILAX!! SMILAX!!
Stronjt plants, from 2 in. pols, $2.00 per 100;
$l!j.UOper lOtO. Extra strong, from 3 in. pots.
$3.00 per 100 ; $25,011 per 1000. 2J,t00 flue plants,
W. T. & F. P. BUTZ,
SMILAX!
fk ready for planting.
$2 00 per 100; $18 per 1000.
ADQLPH 6. FEHR, Belleville, Ills.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SMILAX
nd single Von Slon
00 per 1000.
ndispensable
STRONG and 'WELL, GRO'WIS
SMILAX PLANTS
nut nf 2!^ in, pots, $2.00 per 100 ; $15.00 per 1000.
Cash with order. Satisfaction guaranteed or
money refunded. Address
FREl). SCHNEIDER, Cleveland, Ohio.
751 Crawford Koad.
WhenAV'ritlng Mention Florists' Exchange
SMILAX PLANTS
21/2 INCH POTS.
S2.00 per loo. Casta.
EDWIN A. SEIDEWITZ,
G|D STRONG SMILIX Pirns
FINE STOCK of LEADING VIOLETS
will be ready thU Fall.
P. M. de WITT, Torreaclale, Phila , Pa,
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
GREtTIIEDyCIIDNINPIIGES
FOR XWO WEKKS.
30,000 8»III.A3^, sironif. 2 inch pots'
$1.25 per 100; $lU.(iO per lOOO.
60,000 CEUERV PLANTS, from
seed bed, 6 to » in. high.. While Flume,
Whi e Perfection and Golden Self-
Blancbing, per 1000, by mail, $1.00.
Cash with order.
GEORGE J. HUGHES, Berlin. N.J
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange 1 Wl
I. AXAMI A BORBOMIC A 3 inch pots, $5.00 per 100.
THE ELIZABETH NURSERY COMPANY, Elizabeth, N.J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
STORES & HARRISON CO., oiirr
Fruit and Ornamenlal Trees,
found in the U. S. We Krow 9^
million Koacs and million of
plants annually . Trade list
I Wholesale Nurserymen and Florists,
>♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦<
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Nephrolepis Exaltata Bostoniensis.
In large and small quantities from |40.00 to $80.00 per 1000.
MINE IS THE GENUINE STOCK.
FRED. C. BECKER, - - - 1730 Cambridge Street, CAMBRIDGE, MASS.
W^hen Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FOR SALE CHEAP.
1 Lataaia Borbonlra, 6 ft. hleh, 8 wide.
•i Dick.ouia Aniarlica, 6 ft. blsh.
■.j Uraciena Au.lralis, 10 ft. hlsh.
1 Rubber Tree. 9 tt. high.
600 White Verbena., fine plant!.
•^ Larse NIgbt Bloomlnc Cereua, (true)
H. W. HALES, - Ridgewood, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FERNS***
Pteris Serrulata, Pleris i retica alba,
•' Densa. " Adiantoldes,
" " Magnifica, Aspidlum Tenetnensee,
Onychlum Japonica.
$3 60 Per 100. CASH WITH ORDER.
CHAS. F. BAKER, Dtlea, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florlata' Exchange
I JULIUS ROEHRS, I
T Headquarters lor ♦
iPalms and Decorative Plants,!
♦ RUTHERFORD. N. J. ♦
X p. 0. Address, • Carlton Hill, N. J.{
♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»♦
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ng Mention Florists' Exchange
FERNS
We make a specialty of small
ferns for the Fall trade.
Write for special prices on large
quantities. Order early.
JOHN SCOTT,
KEAP STREET GREENHOUSES
BIiOO^I.-2-3>T, XT. TT.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PALMS
AND
FERNS.
Thi LARGEST STOCK in the West.
1 Florists' Exchange
A. CUNEATUM FERNS
1 poti, at tl 00, »5 UO HUd tli.uO I
THE WILLI4HS-WILS0N CO. ?UJi-„'i.,!'«.
When "Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PaliDSJeins^ElG.
Farluifera. 6 in. pots, strong... $25 (
4in.pota 15 (
3^4 in. pots, strong. 5 t
2^1
*' Sylvestrls. ain. pols, stronjr 11 C
Cyoadlfolia,2}i Id. pots, strong 5C
Euterpe Kdulls, 2Jii in. pots, strong.... 7 C
Cocos Weddellana, 2>^ in. pols, strontf. 10 t
Adiantum Fulvum, 2H in- pole, etrong, 4 C
Lygodium Scandens, 2}^ in. pots, strong 4 t
Camphor Trees. 2H in. pots, stroni? 4 t
Grevlllea Robusta. Sin. pots, strong.. . 6 C
MtrobllaDtliea. 2^ in. ptits, 8 rong 3 S
Arlstolochia Cymblfera, 2^ in. pots,
rintolochla Ornlthocephela, i% i
pnts. s rong
ismlnum Sambac, 3 in., blooming.
All the above strong, clean stock, :
JESSlMINEeiRDEtlS,'
JESSAMINE,
FLA.
ng Mention Florists' Exchange
AZALEAS!
PALMS, Etc.
For Palms, Aspidistrss,
please refer to our advertisement in Florists'
Exchange of May 16tli and June 12tli.
BEGONIAS.
(Erect Flowering^ Single Tuberous Rooled.
About 1 inch dlam., separate colors, $8.00 per
$16 00 per 1000 ; $150.00 per 10 C
Double Flowering.
About I In. diam., separate colore, $22 per inilO.
A bout IM in. and above. Bop. colors. $40 per lOOO.
GLOXINIAS 1^,7^^....,
About W to 1 |i ch dlam., mixed, »10,00 per 1000
$90.0(1 per 1(1,000.
About 1 inch and above dlam., mixed, $18,00 per
lOOO; $160.00 per 10,000.
Forcing and other Niireery stocks
grown in quantities.
CASH with packing free, except on approved
Credit.
ROYAL NURSERIES,
LOUIS VAN HOUTTE PERE,
Ghent, Belgium.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
668
SITUATIONS WANTED.
Rale, lU oonta per line (8 wordi), each
lertlon. Cash with order. This rate applies (
The F=i-orists' Exchhnge.
JATION wantel
^* place; understands indoor an
thorouplily Kood reference. Add
Florists' Excharme.
glTUATION
POSITION wantedbyauood fl..rl8t as foreman In
35. married. Full particulars by addressing M. li.,
HELP WANTED.
^WANTED
gatiiiK siirubbene!
strictly bouestand
ence. A good
I L. H , care of Florists' Exchanee.
-WANTED
A flr8t-cla.s3 ROSE GROWER, one who thor-
ouKhly uuderstands the growing of Beauties,
Uridesnaaids, etc. Wages, $60.00. Must come
well recummended.
M. J. BARRY, Saugerties, N. T.
FOR SALE-SECOND HAND.
FOR SALE.
-WANTED.
by September Ist. Carnation Plants, 2000 8.
Spray. ICOO Wm. Scott, aud 500 good Red. Give low-
B. E. WADSWORTH,
Danville, III.
FOR SAI.E.
A large i
Albany Steam Trap; will re-
_ I water in from five to ten
thousand feet of 1J4 in. steam pipe, back to
boiler with from 3 to 5 lbs. of steam; the
boiler being on the surface, doing awas with
boiler pit. Ail in good condition. Will sell for
$50 cash. Boxed weight, 350 lb?.
Ceo. H. Benedict, Yorkvllle, N. Y.
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
FOR SALB OR RENT.
Parties wantina to rent or buy some Bood green-
FOR SAI.E CHEAP.
7 greenhouses aud 6 acres ot land,
about one-half hour from Philadelphia.
A good chance tor a hustling man.
Address,
P. 0. Box 52, Philadelphia, Pa.
FOR SALE AT HALF COST.
$300 rent, payable yearly in advance for 5
years, will buy 4 greenhouses, new, 6000 feet of
glass, hot water heating, full water supply, etc.
Call at Granitevilie, S. I., Elm Park Station,
P.O. Address, Heiimann, Box 258, Port Rich-
mond. N. Y.
NEWPORT, R.
west bj- the New Bi
extensive unsurpassed scene of landscape, lake
and ocean. For full description and partictiiarE
with plan, apply to A. J. WARI>, Sole Agent,
32 Clarke Street. Newport, R I.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
FOR SALE.
'ithin two miles of New York City. Excel-
, fully stocked florist's place; nine green-
■ecome well established £
asy. Address
Florists' Exchange.
FOR SALE CHEAP.
FIVE GREENHOUSES
AT RAMSEYS, N. J.
HITGHINGS & CO., 233 Mercer St., N. Y.
FOR SALE, RENT OR SHARES.
^ew ifreenhouses, 5000 ft., good opportunit
r capable, energetic man. Christian.
Address ENTERPRISE,
Care Florists' Exchange.
RUCTION
lined to retue
M Auction, on August 3, at 11 A.M.,
or at private Bales previous to that date.
ii consists uf 12 grueDhuuses and benches, lar,
boilers, pots, barrows, large market wagon, barnei
ALFRED EDWARDS, '" SIV.Z tuTy:
FOR SAI.E CHEAP
6BEEW0DSE PBOPEBTY
Seven greenhouses, 7000 feetof glass. Double
dwelling, 12 rooms, each side entirely separaie.
Good stable and outbuildings. Half a mile
outside City of Baltimore, 100 yards tioni
trolley line, fifteen minutes to centre of city.
Lot 292 X 200 feet, held on lease 25 per cent,
lower than adjoining property. Thoroughly
stocked and in good working order. Trade
for entire product of good stuff. Particulars
on application to
" Florist," care F. G. Berger,
1128-30 Greenmount Ave.,
Baltimore, Md.
CELERY PLANTS. I^ltll'i^^tr'.ti'rro
plant out. $100 per 1000. CABBAUE PLANTS,
Klat Dutch and late Drumhead, HOC ner lucO; »8.01J
perlC.OW, J.C.i^CH.'niDT&CO.BilBtol.Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Cleveland.
1 Hot Spell.
Within the past two weeks Cleve-
land has experienced one of the hottest
spells of weather that we have had in
several seasons past, the thermometer
on some days reaching considerably
over the 100 mark. A scorching sun
and hot winds did a vast amount of
damage to growing crops and for a
long period without the slightest indi-
cation of rain. With last Sunday, how-
ever, came relief, a welcome rain fall-
ing steadily for sevei-al hours, greatly
benefiting those sections visited by it
and reducing the temperature by sev-
eral degrees.
Trade continued very fair, even dur-
ing the hottest weather, an unusual
amount ot funeral work coming in.
Stock is becoming very poor, consid-
erable scarcity being felt in some kinds
of flowers. Sweet peas, for instance,
are very short at this writing, growers
having none to offer, the entire crop in
this section being greatly injured by
the continued hot, dry weather.
Lilies are plentiful and stocks good.
Auratum retails at $2 per dozen and
album, roseum and rubrum at $1 per
dozen.
Carnations continue plentiful and of
very fair quality; these sell at 15 cents
to 25 cents per dozen. Roses are about
gone; local growers have none to offer;
considerable good stock is coming in
from out-of-town growers, however.
Florists' Picnic.
At the Florists' Club meeting held
on Tuesday evening there was a fair
attendance. The committee having the
florists' picnic in hand made a report of
the progress they had made. It was
decided to hold the first annual picnic
at Concordia Park, in Euclid, Ohio, on
Wednesday, July 28. All members and
their frie
ited
md.
Mrs. M. S. Pentecost, mother of
S. N. and W. J. Pentecost, florists, 707
Republic Street, this city, died on the
2d inst.
G. A. Tilton, secretary of the Florists'
Club, left on Tuesday evening for an
extended trip through the pea and bean
growing sections of Northern Michigan
and Wisconsin. T.
Poughkeepsie, N. Y.
The firm of R, V, Haggerty & Son, made
" general assignment on .Monday, July 13,
for the benefit of the creditors without
preferences. The liabilities, secured and
unsecured, amount to about J6,000. The
assets have not been ascertained. The book
accounts are said to be very extensive. The
assignee is ex-Alderman Samuel S. Daniels.
The^attorney Is Charles A. Hopkins.
Scranton, Pa.
George R. Clark, florist, was married on
Thursday, .July 10, to Miss Elizabeth G,
Mumford.
Supports.
There is abundant room for improve-
ment in the way of supports for carna-
tion plants in the house. Many sys-
tems have been advocated and main-
tained, and all seem lacking in one
thing or another. Before the approach
of another season it might )je well to
give this matter some thought.
Thei-e is little doubt that many flow-
ers go to waste a6 a result of neglect in
the way of proper supports. Those who
do not use any kind of supports tor
their plants are at many times the cost
of the labor, materials, etc., necessary
to place such in position during a single
Any system that will unduly confine
a plant to a too limited space in pro-
portion to its size and freedom of
gi-owth, must lack one of the essential
features which should comprise a part
ot the perfect support, inasmuch as
light and air will be partially excluded,
to the detriment ot the plant. The per-
fect support will, when found, in no
way interfere with these two important
elements. I have no desire to offer an
iinprovement upon any of the systems
now in use, or that have been recom-
inended. I believe any or all of them to
be better than nothing at all when used
on such varieties as do not naturally
grow erect and strong.
If supports of all kinds could be dis-
pensed with it would be far more con-
venient, not only in cutting the blooms,
but in doing any work about the plants
that may be necessary— such as remov-
ing weeds, applying water and liquid
manure, and what is of much im-
portance at the approach of suinmer,
applying a mulch ot good soil. From
constant watering the soil will natural-
ly become settled and hard, and when
in this state evaporation becomes very
rapid, thus making it necessary to give
more water than would be required if
a mulch could be given about the latter
part of May.
The only support we use is, aside
from a couple of wires stretched along
the edge ot the benches, the A -shaped
wire netting. Its principal value lies
in facilitating watering, keeping the
foliage from the ground, and therefore
di-y, and securing a good passage of air
under the plants. Certainly there is
sufficient to recommend it, and at pres-
ent I can hardly see how it is to be dis-
placed except by a separate contrivance
for each plant that would keep the
bottom foliage and branches raised up
from the ground, and at the same time
allow a tree passage between each
plant. Perhaps some inventive florist
will accomplish this end. So much for
the lower portion of the plants, which
is really the most important.
Support further than this will doubt-
less be necessary for some varieties
which grow tall and do not have nat-
urally good stems. But, as I mentioned
before, if we can dispense with any
other obstructions in the shape of
wires, etc., it will be much more con-
venient.
The support for the lower portion of
the plants, I presume, will always be
necessary. Aside from this, I believe
our deliverance from the other obstruc-
tions must come entirely through a bet-
ter system of culture.
There is no use denying the fact that
each season emphasizes more clearly
that first-class flowers are the only
ones which will pay a steady profit
throughout the season. The standard
is continually creeping up; the average
first-class carnation of ten years ago
would not compare very favorably with
that of the present day. As the matter
stands, I believe that we will be prac-
tically compelled to abandon high sup-
ports in our efforts to produce more
perfect fiowers. To accomplish the lat-
ter we must give our plants more room
and closer attention. We must ascer-
tain just what they want, and in what
pi-oportion, and see that they get it.
The hybridist will also contribute
largely in bringing the desired result
about, as better breeding will produce
plants which will not only give large,
well-colored and well-formed fiowers,
but will also produce vigorous growth
and naturally good stems. If we have
these to stait with, good culture will
certainly do the rest.
I do not believe that continued hy-
bridizing will tend to weaken the con-
stitution, as a rule. I feel sure that
with a better knowledge of nature's
laws, which we will gain by constant
observation and study, we will greatly
improve both the fiower and the plant.
H. WEBER.
The Newport Cliff Walk.
The Newport Cliff Walk is one of the
principal attractions of this famous
summer resort. It is open to every one
who chooses to enter, and though ex-
tending along the borders of private
grounds can be traversed its entire
length of nearly three miles with nont
to molest or make afraid. It is narrow
and not suited to bicycle riding and so
"the wheel" is tabooed and the pedes-
trian given a fair chance. This is
doubly necessary because the walk is
at the very edge of the cliff and affords
little or no room for "wobbling" with-
out danger of a plunge to the rocks and
breakers below. And so as a defense
to the lawns above and for safety of
the riders, the blue-coated policemen
keep this narrow strip of coast fine free
from the modern innovation.
To a stranger the wonder is how it
happens that such a walk through
some of the finest gardens in the world
came to be and to continue all these
years. The Newport millionaires who
build palaces on these cHfts and call
them cottages do not open their
grounds thus to the public of their own
sweet will, and yet there is not a person
on earth aside from themselves who
can justly claim title to this walk or
show a legal claim for his right of oc-
cupancy. I do not know how it may
be in other States, but in Rhode Island,
and especially in Newport, every citi-
zen claims and holds the right to visit
the shores and claim a part of the
ocean at least as his own. This doubt-
less came about from the grant of King
Charles II., bearing date July 8, 1663,
and which was continued as the Con-
stitution of the State down to Novem-
ber, 1842, and some of whose peculiar
features are still in force. The grant
thus made did "ordain and appoint that
these presents shall not in any manner
hinder any of our loving subjects,
whatever, from using and exercising
the trade of fishing upon the coast of
New England in America; but that
they and every one of them shall have
free and full power and liberty to con-
tinue and use the trade of fishing upon
the said coast, in any of the seas there-
to adjoining and any arm of the seas
or salt water, rivers and creeks where
they have been accustomed to fish,"
etc. And there is a deed of conveyance
from one of the early settlers of the
island covering the farms of this very
cliff, which reserves the right to fisher-
men to spread their nets on these
shores in the prosecution of their "pro-
All this was many years ago and
probably no court of law has ever
i passed upon the legal bearings of these
July 17, 1897.
The F=ilorists* Exchange.
669
provisions. An attempt was once made
to fence out tlie public and tiiat, too, by
a distinguistied lawyer, wlio walled up
the patliway, as it entered grounds, but
the wall was not strong enough to
stand the combined force of the winds
that blow in that locality, assisted, as
they were, by that of public opinion,
which stood tor the traditions of thf
fathers. There are times when almost
everybody goes a-tishing. And hm, h\
common consent the \illa
out this -s alk in ti nt f the
tages anl iel atel t t th ^
mak 1 g t 1 a
the
a path
grass
ceed
home of the
Chanlei tie
ocean In
nue hich
for a
The
foi th
the g od
moie than
off at this I
the he ght a
nifl ent \
neck of lai 1
visitor IS a
line seiaiai
water and
long coast
clearly defii
gnen
I g out
a> Head n Maitha
Vmeyaid And a the alk c nt ue
these are shown more and more clearly,
making up a marine view of surpassing
interest.
On leaving the "forty steps" the vis-
itor passes at once into the grounds of
some of the finest estates in the city.
The first is that of Mr. Robert Goelet,
of New York, where is to be found some
of the best planting in Newport. Dur-
ing the past winter the walk has been
cut down or depressed at this point, so
that little can be seen from this side;
but as the estate is nearly square, with
a street on each side, and the wall is
low, the entire place is open to inspec-
tion. Here are to be seen shrubs and
herbaceous perennials, mostly planted
in masses and arranged by our best
landscape architects. For instance,
there are hundreds of Retinospora plu-
mosa aurea, closely planted and sheared
so as to present an unbroken surface,
with perhaps a border of darker shade
of foliage. The same is true of some
of the varieties of the popular Japan
maples, the golden junipers and many
of the more common sorts. It was here
the Rosa rugosa was first introduced
and popularized in Newport, and there
are hundreds of them still in use, as
well as everywhere else on similar es-
tates. One of their especial uses is as
a windbreak, some of these beds being
on the very brow of the cliff, and not
only holding their own but doing good
service in protecting less hardy speci-
mens behind them. A few years ago.
after one of the most terrific autumnal
storms I have ever known, when trees
were uprooted and gardens made deso-
late, I went around the entire shore,
from Hallidan Hill to the bathing
lieach, a distance of from six to eight
miles, to study and take notes of the
effect of the storm, a sufficient time
having elapsed to show clearly what
had occurred in this direction. The
Rosa rugosa, though whipped and twist-
ed out of shape and all proper propor
tions, every\
lowed up Ui.-
nearly, if >t
these plants i
They should
every
as in the best 1
ng on the line. I fol-
uiry and found that in
uuite, every instance
ui.iraled and grew the
their customary vigor,
cut in very sharply
as otherwise they be-
coarse and uncomely in appear-
ance. In some instances they are cut
back to from twelve to eighteen inches
every year, and with the best results.
The illustration shows a bed of these
roses grown, and I may safely say, in
the most exposed point on all the New-
port shores, indicates how compactly
the plant may be cultivated and used
as a hedge plant, for which it Is in
every way fitted.
One or two experiments in this direc-
tion have been tried here which proved
unsatisfactory through failure to use
the pruning shears vigorously in the
in America, if not in the world. Her
Mr. Cornelius Vanderbilt has his mor
than thirteen acres of lawn and garde
spread out. including horticulturf
treasures gathered from all parts c
the glolie.
and kept as closely and carefully
shaven as any in the city.
This famous Cliff Walk proper ter-
minates at what is known as Bailey's
Beach, the popular resort for bathing
on the part of the summer people now
grown and well kept, is a thing of
beauty all the summer and impenetra-
ble to man or beast. And yet I have
never seen but one good one and that
was not in Newport.
Separated only by a very narrow
street, which extends from Bellevue
Avenue to the shores, is the millionaire
villa of Mr. Ogden Goelet, which is a
veritable castle by the sea, a massive
pile of stone and a wealth of horticul-
tural treasures worthy of the situa-
tion. Then comes '■Vineland," the
name given it by its founder. Miss
Catherine Wolfe, which, since that
The Cliff Walk, Newport, R
It is not within the possibilities of an
article like this to even name {he villas
or their owners along the line of this
pathway. The course extends through
the estates of such parties as J. R.
Drexel, August Belmont, William C.
Whitney, Jr., Mrs. William Astor, W.
K. Vanderbilt, William Waldorf Astor,
Dr. C. M. Bell, Ogden Mills, F. W. Van-
derbilt, H. M. Brooks and many others,
which would be worthy a visit either as
a pleasure or a study.
The illustration shows the walk at a
point across the villa grounds of Dr. C.
M. Bell, of New Y..rk, where for a little
that the old and in itself better bath-
ing place, but for the presence of the
many who now go there as excursion-
ists and townspeople. This beach is
held as private property and is fitted
up for the especial use of the owners,
though the beach itself cannot be se-
questered from the uses of the general
public. The villa beyond the bathing
place, known as "The Rocks," is the
summer home of Mr. Henry Clews, and
is rightly named, as there are several
acres of the solid and bare stone spread
Hedge of Rosa rugosa, used
lady's death, was the property of Mr.
Louis L. Lorlllard, and was sold by him
a year or so ago to Mr. H. McK. Twom-
bly, the present proprietor.
We have no sooner passed it than we
enter "The Breakers," the largest by
far and the most costly summer home
distance the natural conditions permit-
ted the passage at the base rather than
on top of the cliff. The steep embank-
ment rises some thirty or forty feet,
and as seen, at a sharp decline, but the
with its cavern, into which at certain
winds and tides the waves rush with
such fury as to be forced out through
an opening farther back in a column
from twenty to fifty feet in the air-
its certainly
670
Xhe Plorists' Exchange.
Cypress
Greenhouse Material.
We :ire the pioneers in Clear Cypress Greenhouse Material. We
discovered that Cypress is better than any other wood for green-
houses from top of posts up and we introduced it, and fought for it
against many prejudices, and finally succeeded in bringing it into
general use.
Others have attempted to follow where we lead, others are trying
to reap what we sowed, but we have the experience and are recog-
nized as experts in greenhouse construction.
Circulars LocRlaHd Lumbcr Co.
LOCKLAND, OHIO.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
GLASS!
GLASS!
For Greenhouses, Conservatories,
Graperies, Hotbeds and all other
purposes, at Lowest Rates.
N. COWEN'S SON, 392 & 394 West Broadway, New York.
Formerly 1B4 and 166 So. Fifth Avenup.
Get our PiKUres before buying Glasa. - Estimates Freely Given.
"When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Erass' Isprovei Mkp,
before placing yo
Quaker City Machine Co.,
IMPROVED CLAZINfi.
J. M. GASSER'S
PHTEIT ZIHG JOIHTS
For Butting Glass Without Laps.
Makes a Roof Air and Water Tight. Saves
Fuel. No UrHalait'e from Frost or Medium
Sized Hail. Mauufactured by
J. M. GASSER,
101 Euclid Avenue, CLEVELAND, OHIO.
Wholesale and Retail Florist.
■^Vrlte for Prices and Circulars,
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
WHAT I KNOW
. . of the . .
Ormsby ....
Ventilating System
Bridgeport, Conn., June i6, 1897.
Mr. Ormsby,
Dear Sir : — To express my appreciation
of your ventilating system would be to say
" If I had twenty more greenhouses to build
besides the three I have almost finished I
would have them all ventilated with your
system, even if a number of those in the
market would put theirs in for nothing."
Having had three years' experience with it,
and now having 2000 feet of your ventilating
apparatus, which we consider the lightest,
quickest, and the best in the market, we feel
in recommending it to every one that they
will not be running any risk in buying it. and
they will find in using it that it will prove in
every respect satisfactory.
Yours respectfully,
JAMES E. BEACH.
For particulars address,
E. A. ORMSBY, Melrose, Mass.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CHADBORN, KENNEDY & CO
J NEWBURGH, N.Y. J
CYPRESS
MATERIAL
OF ANY DESCRIPTION.
SCND FOR OATALOaUE.
IK YOIT HVANT
A GOOD SASH LIFT
For a Very Llttlo Money Get
For Desoriptiv. Catalogue Send to
J. D. OARMODY, Evansvllle, Ind.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
OBITUARY.
Johann Lambert.
Johann Lambert, partner of Lambert
& Reiter and Lambert & Sons, o£ Trier,
Germany, died on June 23 after a long
illness, in the 67th year of his age. His
firm is one of the largest and best known
in Germany. Besides growing trees
and shrubs, they raised large stock of
roses. Among the latter they were the
originators of Kaiserin Augusta Vic-
James S. Reid.
James S. Reid, late foreman for Ju-
lius Wolf, Jr., whose death was re-
ported last week, was born in Aber-
deen, Scotland, in 1865. After serving
his apprenticeship in his own country
he went to England and spent several
years on prominent places. He came
to this country about 18S7 and spent
two years around Boston. He returned
to Europe during the late Paris Ex-
position, having secured employment in
the Horticultural Department there,
and while thus employed received a
silver medal for artistic work in the
exposition grounds. He returned to
this country in 1892 and was employed
by Julius Wolf, Jr., which position he
held at the time of his death. He was
an excellent plantsman and well liked
by his employer.
On Sunday, July 4, deceased went for
a bicycle run to Valley Forge, Pa.,
along with the Diamond Wheelmen of
this city. Arriving there a party went
in bathing in the Schuylkill River, Mr.
Reid being one of the number. For
some time he had been affected with a
weak heart, and being attacked while
in the river he sank and was drowned
before help could reach him. He has
left a widow and two small children.
He was a member of the Order of Red
Men and also of the Odd Fellows.
These two orders have taken charge of
his affairs and are now making ar-
rangements to send the widow and
children back to Scotland.
DAVID RUST.
Chicago.
Mmrket News.
Another week of intensely hot
weather brought roses to the lowest
ebb possible. But for Kaiserin and
Meteor matters would be even worse
than they are. The best of these roses,
too, would be little better than scrubs
at any other season of the year. Par-
ties fortunate enough to have these va-
rieties in anything like fair condition
commanded $3 to $4 per 100, while the
balance had to go at very low figures—
50 cents to $2.
Carnations, especially the pink ones,
are of fair quality, but 50 cents to 75
cents is about as high as the price of
the blooms would go.
Sweet peas have been a drug at 15
cents to 20 cents, while lots have gone
as low as 5 cents to clear out.
We saw a wagon load of Klehm's
pceonias delivered from the cold storage
room. From 180 to 200 dozen remain,
so that the end is hearing. It is aston-
ishing how well the flowers open after
their thirty days of cold storage treat-
ment. The price is $2 to $3 per 100; and
with roses so poor the p^onias may
be said to have been a cinch for the
VALVES,
FITTINGS
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SUMMER IH WINTER
By Uainc
Standard Qreenhouse Boilers
One cent ^t« onr Oatalo^ae.
GIBLIN ft CO.. . Ctica, N. T.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
firm that caught on to this method of
preservation.
The hot weather has affected all
classes of outdoor flowers. On the af-
ternoon of the 9th another glorious rain
fell and at this writing the condition
of the temperature renders it livable
on earth once more. A few days with
prevailing weather conditions will im-
prove the present quality of flowers.
There is not much trade outside of
funeral work, but those who want a
few good flowers And it very difficult
to obtain them. Beauty, particularly,
is scarce, the best bringing about $1 per
dozen.
Ho rticn I laral Society.
The stated meeting of this society
was held on the 10th, the principal feat-
ure being a paper read by O. C. Si-
monds, on "The Ideal Park Superin-
tendent." Mr. Simonds is the well-
known superintendent of Graeeland
Cemetery, but also does a good deal of
landscape work around this city. All
well-wishers of our park system can
only pray that such persons as outlined
by him should be selected and then
left to carry out their own ideas with-
out interference through the agency of
political pulls, the bane of most muni-
cipal work nowadays.
The Florists' Club has been in-
vited to visit the Klehm Nurseries at
Arlington Heights, on the 18th inst.,
and no doubt a large crowd will accept
the invitation, as the owners, father
and sons, are noted for their hospi-
tality.
Mr. Lang, of Harms & Lang, left this
week for a two-weeks' outing to Man-
itowoc. EDGAR SANDERS.
Toronto.
Hot Weather KillB Business.
The weather here for the past
nine or ten days has been so very hot
that it has nearly killed what business
there was. Excepting a little funeral
work there is but little doing. The
heat has made roses and carnations
generally poor. Sweet peas and other
summer flowers are plentiful. The Bp-
worth League Convention is to be held
in the city this week and there will be
some thousands of visitors here, so per-
haps they will use up a little of the sur-
plus stock.
1 Cricket Hatch.
Several of the boys met at the
exhibition grounds last Wednesday for
a game of cricket and a very enjoyable
time was had. After playing for nearly
three hours John Chambers, our Park
Commissioner, entertained the players
in good style. It has been decided to
ask Harry Dale and his boys down
from Brampton for a day's amusement
early next month,
Ueeting of Hortlcnllnral Society.
The July meeting of the Horti-
cultural Society was held on Tuesday,
the 6th inst., and in spite of the heat
it was a good one. Roses was the sub-
ject for discussion. The meeting was
an open one and many of the public
attended. Mr. Uttley, the first vice-pres-
ident, read a short paper by J. H. Dun-
lop on the cultivation of tea roses in
greenhouses. John Chambers gave a
very interesting talk on hardy roses
and climbers. He mentioned many va-
rieties of roses as among the best for
our country that had been in cultiva-
tion for over fifty years. While he
highly praised many of the newer
kinds, he said that some of these old
ones had proved so good and so hardy
that we could hardly do without them.
It Avas certainly information to many
of us that so many of our favorites had
been in cultivation so long. The vis-
itors were quite interested in the talk
and many questions were asked before
Mr. Chambers was allowed to take his
Some good seedling geraniums were
on the tables from Mr. Jay and gail-
lardias and delphiniums from Mr. Frost
and MantonBros. The next meeting will
also be an open one and will be devoted
mostly to the subject of sweet peas.
If the weather be favorable there will
be quite a show of these fiowers, as Mr.
Uttley is an enthusiast in their culture
and there are several other good grow-
ers among the members.
The members of the Gardeners and
Florists' Association go to Niagara
Falls to-morrow, July 14, for their an-
nual picnic. THOS. MANTON.
July 17, 1897.
The FLORISTS' Exchange.
671
LORD & BURNHAM CO.,
HORTICULTURAL ARCHITECTS AND BUILDERS,
STEAM AKD HOT VTATER HEATING EKGIKEERS.
Plana and Batlmates fnmlshed on application.
• Illustrated Catalogue.
XiOIftlD &; BTJIl.ITI3:.A.3V^ CO.,
mCHlTECTCKAI, OFFICE, 160 FIFTH A*E.: COR. 21»e STREET, NEW YORK.
Factory I IrTlngton-on-Hudson, New York. Mention papai
GLASS
FOR GREENHO'SES, C0N\R\-NlY
THE VAN REYPER
PERFECT CLAZIERS' POINTS
HENRY t. DREER, 714 Chestnut St., Phila., Pa
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
STANDARD
NONE
EQUAL IT
IN
Strength
AND
Durability
VENTILATING
MACHINE,
NOTHING
Flimsy
OR
Complicated
about it.
E. HIPPABD. YOUNGSTOWN. OHIO.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
TRADE GREENHOUSES.
THE BEST MADE.
"Florists" Get Your Plans and Estimate from
PLENTY'S HORTICULTURAL WORKS,
148-156 Randolph Ave., JERSEY CITY, N.J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
GSEEPODSE flERTIHI! m WUW,
Horticultural Architecture and Building.
I pitching^^Go
SE?(I> 4C
ESTABLISHED 18A4,
233 Mercer Street, NEW YORK.
FIVE PATTERNS OF BOILERS.
NINETEEN SIZES,
Perfect Sash Raising Apparatus.
Roschouscs, Greenhouses, Etc, of Iron
Frame Construction erected complete
or the Structural Iron Work ship-
ped ready for erection.
Iron Frame Ecnches with the
" Perfect Drainage Bench Tile "
or Slate Tops,
. POSTAGE EOH 1I.1,U8TIIATED CATALOGUE.
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SEND FOR OUa nEW CATALOGUE, WHICH SHOWS J
pe jew jiitoiniitic Came Teitiiatorj
) complete. We alao give yon prices wn
your house saccessfnlly. Boll machines now made 1
Q. -^T^TOXjI^ <3z BISO., IDa3rtoii, Oliio. ♦
♦♦»♦»•»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦♦»•♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»*•*• ♦♦•♦
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange ^
FOR GLAZING GREENHOUSES. SUPERIOR TO PUTTY IN EVERY WAY.
nstantlyBubJested t
fng time and eipense. With Ma«tlca can "bed-ln" or use on the outside, but wltn a macnine only.
Mastlca and Mnallca GlazInK Itlachlne were Elren
HIGHEST AWARD OF SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AT PITTSBURG, 1895.
Put up in gallons. $1.00. Half gallons, 60cts. Quarter gallons, 36cts.
Mastical Glazing Machines, $1.00 each.
Send for full descriptive circular and testimonials. Agents in nil the principal cities.
F. 0. PIERCE CO., Sole Manufacturers, no Fulton St., New York.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FURMAN BOILERS
speciully adapted to
Greenhouse Heating.
200 Styles and Sizes, Steam and Hot Water,
SAFE. SUBSTANTIAL, SIMPLE, ECONOMICAL,
GREAT COAL SAVER.
Seud tor catalogue. Estimates Free,
THE HERENDEEN MFC. CO.,
;^ Home Ollice : 13 Fay St„ Geneva, N. T.
a^ BRANCH OFFICES:
'•' Boston, .'>4 Oliver SI.; rtjil.-idelnhiu, 11113 BeU BId'g;
ITTENTIOII, FLORISTS
It will be to your advantage to look
into the merits of the Scollay
'Invincible" Hot Water Boiler.
It IS all that its name implies, and
don't forget it.
Cuts and full information mailed
on application.
JOHN A. SCOLLAY,
i 74 & 76 MYRTLE AVE,,
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
673
i J. K. ALLEN,
{ Wholtsile Commiuisn D«>l»r in
CUT FLOW^ERS,
I 87 W. 28tli St., New York.
iOrderB by mall or teleirraph promptly amended
to. Telephone Call, 382 38th St.
ROSES AND VIOLETS SPECIALTIES.
The Plorists' Excht^nge.
W. S. ALLEN,
17 West 28th St., New York.
FORD
BROS.
WHOLESALE
FLORISTS,
111 West 30th Street, |{
NEW
YORK.
CoiBlgiuiieiits SoUeitea.
Telsphoiio 260 33tli St 1
WM. H. CUNTHER,
Wholesale Florist
VIOLETS AND CARNATIONS A SPECIALTY.
ConsiKnments SoUolted.
30 West 29th St., New York.
Telephone, 2300-
MICHAEL A. HART,
Wholesale S Gomniission Florist,
113 W. 30th St., Sew York.
Telephone Call, 1307 38th St.
All kinds of Roes, Violets and Carnatlom
ORDERS PROMPTLY ATTENDED
H. A. HOFFMANN.
Wholesale Florist
44 W. 29th St., NEW YORK.
Telephone Call, 1658 38ih St.
American Beauties. Carnations, White Violets.
Specialties. CONSIGNIVIENTS SOLICITED.
EDWARD C. HORAN,
WHOLESALE ♦ FLORIST,
No. 34 W. 29th St.. New York.
JULIUS LANG,
Wholesale Florist
53 WEST 30tli ST.
Consignments Solicited. NE
FRANK MILLANG,
Wholesale Commission Dealer I
....in Gut Flowers...,
THE NEW YORK GUT FLOWER GO.
119-121 West 23d Street,
112-114 West 24th Street,
Iilephoae 733, IStli St., NEW YORK.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Wholesale Dealer in Cut Flowers.
We nre Headquarters for finest Carnations and Koses, Violeta, Valley, Romans, Smllax.
Adiantum. Bent selected stock reserved for shipping orders. Send us your name for our
Seml-Monthly Price List.
19-21 RANDOLPH STRE€T, CHICAGO.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CHAS. W. WIcKELLAR,
WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORIST
Largest and best market In Ohlcago. Constant supply of all seasonable flowers.
Consignments of first grade goods solicited. Complete stock of Florists*
Supplies, Wire-work, etc. All orders given prompt attention.
Telephone, Main 1189. 45, 47, 49 WABASH AVENUE, CHICAGO. ILL.
ED. F. WINTERSON, Manager.
When Writing MentI
July 16 1887. July 16, 1S97 July
A. Beauty, fancy and special
" Oolls andordlnary.
Bennett, Oiuln
Bride
Bridesmaid
Jacqueminot
Kirs. P. Morgan .
Nlpbetos, Hosts.
PapaGontler
A8TKRS.(per doz, bunches).
f All colors. Inferior grades
a ( White.
; Standabd J Pink..
I- ( Yel. 4 Varle
5 •Fahot ( White
S (The hlKhest J I*"*-
4 grades of stand- ) Bed ..
t> ard varieties.) (Yel.ft^
Oattlkyas .
Sweet Peas (100 bunches).
30.00 to 40.00
Obicaoo 8t Lodi^
July 14. 1897. July 14. 18il
.00 to 3. 10
For Priosa at Fancy and Special Stocli aee our C<
Prices are for quantities of one hundred unles
quoted above are given only after very carefu
! thr' '■- ....--«----^ ..
I be found practically (
-espondence Columns.
Jtherwise noted,
nquiry, and while we do
rrect up to the date mentioned.
Wholesale Growers of Cut Flowers.
i, 500,000 Feet of Glass7
We can fill all orders on short notice with all leading varieties of ROSES and
CARNATIONS. "We are headquarters for fine AMERICAN BEAUTIES.
Give us a trial and convince yourself.
SALESROOM 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO, III.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, *p"°o^?s*t"
RIST
ilso a full line
A fine stock ot VAUrEY on hand throughout the Sui
of all seasonable cut flowers.
During July August and September we close at 6 P. M.
I6I2-I6I4 Barker St. Bet. chestnut & Market sts. Philadelphia, Pa.
Local and Long Distance 'Phone B210.
H. L SUNDERBRUCH CO.,
Wholesale Commission Florists,
4th and Walnut Streets,
CINCINNATI. OHIO.
Consignments Solicited. Special Attention Given
HEADQUARTERS NeM
Western
York. Try
ROSES, CARNATIONS AND
ALL SEASONABLE FLOWERS.
WM. F. KASTING, Wfolejale
49B Washington Street, Commir—
BUFFALO, N Y. "^'""S'
Also Dealer In Florists' Supplies di
lestern |||
ri
lolesale
mmssion
e Designs I
PURDY & BLAUVELT,
Wholesale and Commission DeaJera In
CUT FLOWERS
UAIIEITEAIS rlStr FSOiTIS A SFECULTT.
57 WEST 30th STREET,
Bel. Broadway & 6th Ave. NEW
A. & F. ROLKER,
WHOLESALE OCALCRS IN
CUT FLOWERS
53 West 28tb St.
Telephone 2379 38th St. NEW YORK.
inZ. I=. SHERID75N
Wholesale Commlslon Dealer In
CUT FLOWERS
39 Weit 38th St.. New York.
Telephone, 214— 3Stb St.
PRICE LIST SENT ON APPLICATION.
TRAENDLY t SGHCNCK,
Wholesale Florists,
18 W. 28th St, and CUT FLOWER EXCHAN8C,
NEW YORK.
961-18th St.
O-Consignments Solicited.
JOHN YOUNG,
Wholesale Florist,
51 "WEST 28tli ST.,
NEW YORK.
WM. J. BAKER,
Wholesale Florist
1432 So. Penn Square,
Philadelphia, Pa.
DUMONT & CO.,
WHOLESALE FLORISTS
CARNATIONS A SPECIALTY.
No. 1305 Filbert St., Philadelphia.
Illinois Cut Flower Co.,
51 Wabash Ave., Chicago.
Special discounts on Wire Work- dur-
ing July and August.
KENNICOTT BROS
COMPANY, 1
Wholesale -Cut- Flowers,!
88 MTabasb Avenne, |||
CHICAGO,
'^'-
WIRE WORK A
SPECIALTY.!
ROGERS PARK
OFFICE .
41 WABASH AVE
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange.
The Florists' Exchknge.
e73.
Wholesale Florists / ^•'ob"''^"'
FLORIST'S
SUPPLIES.
FLORISTS' VASES.
84 HAWLEY STREET, ■ BOSTON.
GEO. A. SUTHERLAND,
SuccessoH TO WM. J. STi
CUT FLOWERS and FLOBSUFFLIES
WHOLESALE
67 Bromfield St., Boston, Mass.
i
City Hall Cut Flower Market
WELCH BROS., Props.
r own goods.
Flowers Shipped to all Points.
..SEND FOR PRICE LIST...
W. ELLISON,
Wholesale Gut Flowers,
Florist Suppilos. Wire Designs.
2744 Franklin Ave., ST, LOUIS, MO.
C. A. KUEHN,
WHOLESALE FLORIST.
II22 Pine St., St. Loiii.s, Mo.
A COMPLETE LINE OF WIBE DESIGNS.
C. W. 'WORS,
Wholesale Florist,
313 N. LEFPINGWELL AVENUE.
ST. LOUIS, mo.
FINE EOSES— Snipped carefully to all
PSPimilSDil PLOIDO8U8 HBP,
"VsT^. H. ELLIOTT,
When Writing Men
Cat Strings. lOto l2feetloiag,
50 oto. each.
Siiipped to any part of the
- I03r±gli.-bou-, IR(Iass.
in Florists' Exchange
Fine SmilaX $.5 coahundred strings
SWEET PEAS, 25 cents a hundred blooms.
Cash with order, please.
W. KEIR, - Pikesville, Md.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Galax Leaves.
CHAS. H. RICKSECKER, Linville, N. C.
^\'hen Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
. . . FOR FINEST . . .
Galax Leaves and
Leucothoe Sprays,
ALWAYS WRITE THE INTRODUCERS,
Highlands Nursery, Kawana, N. C
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FERNS! FEimS
^^^HB^p promptly attended to.
^jjBf" THOMAS COLLINS*
'^Sk'^ Hinsdale, niasa.
•WheiT^^rittng Mention Florists' Exchange
I E. G. HILL & CO., I
I Wholesale Florists, |
♦ RICHMOND. INDIANA. ♦
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POJjX/ORIfl
wAUtttE
/AlL^'^v/li-
When Writing Mention Florists'
Cincinnati.
Mr. Mnrphy Prostrated.
The weather has been hot, very
hot— 98 degrees in the shade, and away
past the hundred mark in the sun. I
have only heard of one florist getting
knocked out this week and that was
William Murphy; but I am happy to
state that his condition did riot prove
very serious and he is around again.
We have had many fatal cases and
hundreds of prostrations in this city.
At this writing (Monday) the tempera-
ture has cooled down somewhat.
Dall Trade: Flowers Scarce.
If it were not for funeral work
now the florist stores might as well
close up until fall. Cut flowers of all
kinds are getting scarcer every day
and what blooms we do get are of poor
quality. Feverfew and candytuft, with
a few carnations, constitute the bulk
of the stock coming in. Sweet peas,
owing to the hot, dry weather, are
about over.
The News.
K. Wolfe, of North Side, Cum-
minsville, has opened a store on Spring
Savannah, 6a.
The twenty-first annual
the Georgia State Horticultural Society
will be held in Savannah on August 4,
5, 6 and 7, 1897. The offlcers of the or-
ganization are: P. J. Berckmans. pres-
ident; L. A. Berckmans, treasurer, and
G. H. Miller, of Rome, secretary.
Among the papers which will be pre-
sented are the following;
"Small Fruit Novelties," by H. H.
Starnes, horticulturist, Georgia Experi-
ment Station; "Gathering and Market-
ing Strawberry Crops," by T. J. Lein-
back; "The Influence of Plant Food on
the Qualities and Properties of Fruit,"
by Professor H. E. Stockbridge; "The
Causes of Disease in Plants," by Pro-
fessor S. F. Earle. Auburn, Ala.; "Irri-
gation for Small Fruits," by Chas.Deck-
ner, Atlanta, Ga. ; "Pecan Culture at
the South," by Dr. O. D. Faust, Bamberg,
S. C; "The Adaptation of Fruits and
other Foods to Climate." by R. F. John-
son, Smithville, Ga.; "Is the Le Conte
Pear a Failure?" by J. B. Wright,
Cairo, Ga.; "The Time of Flowering of
Varieties of Plums, and its Importance
to the Plum Orcharalst," by Professor
T. D. Munson, Denison, Tex.; "The
Necessity of Enacting a State Law to
Prevent the Introduction and Spread
of Fruit Tree Insects," by Professor P.
H. Rolf, of the Florida Experiment Sta-
tinn. and Professor William B. Alwood,
of the Virginia Experiment Station.
Baltimore.
Harket Qalet.
Everything has quieted down to the
usual summer trade. While there is
little to do, there is an occasional job
for which some one wants something
extra fine and pretty. It is a very difll-
cult matter to get roses to any size
here in summer. When the thermom-
eter runs up to 120 degrees in the houses
one can hardly expect good stock. Ow-
ing to the fact that Maryland has
within its boundary both the seashore
and the mountains, we can rely upon
our brethren in the western part of the
State for a first-class rose and carna-
tion even in the summer time, when we
at the seashore can only produoe tiny
little buds that ai-e unsalable.
There are plenty of white carnations
about; Mrs. Fisher makes a very fine
white variety for summer trade.
A New Insecticide.
Gray Mineral Ash is a new insecti-
cide on the market. It is manufac-
tured here. We have not tested it as
yet, but expect to do so shortly.
Jottings.
The new tariff has its advocates and
enemies here also. There may be a
different opinion in the fall, when the
hard cash is demanded by Uncle Sam.
Little enthusiasm in regard to the S.
A. F. convention is exhibited here.
Baltimore will be poorly represented.
Glory of the Pacific chrysanthemum
is grown very extensively here this sea-
son.
Sam. Feast & Sons have a large lot of
Asparagus plumosus plants raised from
their own seed.
There seems to be but little inclin-
ation to put up any new glass here-
about this summer. All are trying very
hard to make what they already have
on hand pay.
BIbiscus Sinensis.
While passing one of our well-known
private residences the other day I no-
ticed a very large specimen of Hibiscus
sinensis. No plant seen for some time
creates the same effect as does this one,
with its beautiful double crimson flow-
ers. It is a pity this plant is not more
often seen in this vicinity, for surely it
ought to win popular favor.
EDWIN A. SEIDEWITZ.
Providence.
Business Dull.
Business is at the usual summer
standstill. A few funeral orders is
about all that is a-going. Sweet peas,
Lilium auratum and other summer
stock is very abundant.
ConTention Notes.
The Executive Committee met
I last Friday afternoon, Chairman Can-
ning presiding. William J. Stewart was
I. present on behalf of the S. A. F. Th.e
committee believes that from a flnati-
cial and social standpoint the Provi-
dence convention will compare favor-
ably with previous ones.
Chairman Rennie, of the Athletic
Committee, is working day and night
to make the bowling and shooting con-
tests of unusual interest, and he would
like to hear from all clubs intending to
compete. Address, Alex. Rennie, in
care of W. A. Potter & Co., Exchange
Place, this city. , ,. „ ^
Superintendent Chappell, of the Trade
Exhibit, reports that space is well taken
up and daily applications denote that
late comers will have to take pot luck.
Considerable wall space, however, re-
mains.
Jottings.
William Appleton, Jr., has the
sympathy of all in the loss of his five-
year-old daughter, Anne, whose funeral
took place Sunday, July 4.
W. H. Mason is on the sick list, the
excessive heat being the cause.
Mr. Fletcher, of the New England
Florist, was in town to-day.
The heat of the past week or more
has been welT-nigh unbearable, Gen-
eral Humidity holding full sway over
all. notwithstanding an occasional
shower. •••
Oyster Bay, N. Y.
The Seawanhaka greenhouses are
working up a large stock of Cyclamen,
which is in excellent condition. They
have about 800 C. giganteum in six-inch
pots and about S.OOO in threes and fours,
as well as a few three-inch C. persicum.
A considerable quantity of Asparagus
plumosus nanus is ready for shipment.
This firm has had a great run on
coleus during the past spring and their
stock is very closely sold off. Superin-
tendent Clark says this is largely due
to the advertising in The Florist's Ex-
change. Geranium P. Crozy is grown
here and is expected to prove a valu-
able bedder.
Mr. Clark tried the plan of planting
cannas in an aquatic pond and has
four plants of Austria and Italia grow-
ing among the water lilies. This was
suggested by the item in The Exchange
telling of the successful cultivation of
cannas in pots immersed in vessels of
Syracuse, N. Y.
A very welcome rain fell on the 11th
and 12th, after one of the hottest weeks
ever known here. The mercury was
over 90 for eight consecutive days,
twice rising as high as 98 degrees. This
weather has of course caused a marked
decline in the cut flower trade, which
was, however, in a flourishing condition
until the 3d of the month.
Rose planting is all over and most o£
the boys are thankful, as the intense
heat made it a tough job.
The Gun Club has secured a perma-
nent practice ground. The members
met for the flrst shoot of the season on
the 6th and made good scores. It is
possible Syracuse will be heard from
at the convention.
Visitors in town: F. L. Atkins.
St. Joseph, Mo.
Hot Weather Moderating
After three weeks of intensely hot
weather, the mercury ranging from 90
to 103 degrees in the shade, to-day,
July 10, we find a happy relief, the
weather having greatly moderated.
The florists all report spring trade aa
having been very satisfactory, except
that iJrices on bedding plants were cut
from one-half to one-third lower than
for what they ought to be sold. Some
of the growers have a considerable
quantity of stock left on hand.
Jottings.
Mr. Henschele is putting up two
small houses for palms, begonias and
ferns.
Mrs. D. M. Reichard is very low with
heart trouble. She is not expected to
get out again.
Trade has been very quiet during the
last month, a wedding now and then
and ordersfpr funerals tending to break
the monotony. Good ,cut flowers are
things of the past. Roses are scarce
and of very inferior quality. Sweet
peas are not first-class, the weather
being too hot for them. Carnations are
small and scarce.
J. N. Kidd has some fine standard
chrysanthemums on the way. He has
about wound up his rose planting. X.
Indianapolis.
The State Florists' Society met July 3
in the agricultural rooms of the state
house and decided to hold the annual
chrysanthemum show in Tomlinson
Hall the week beginning November 2.
J. S. Stuart, of Anderson, is president
of the association and Robert Mc-
Keand, of Indianapolis, is secretary.
The premium list was revised and en-
larged. This year over twelve hundred
dollars will be given away in prizes.
Bayport, L. I
Charles Le Cluse, an old-time florist
of this place, died suddenly on Friday.
July 9- There is a mystery connected
with his death. Some reports hint at
murder; others state he died of apo-
plexy, the result of shock on finding
his wife lying dead on the floor of their
home. The deceased florist was .1 years
of age and his wife five years his
junior. They leave a grown-up family
of seven.
Uorristown, N. J.
The Morris County Gardeners and
Florists' Club has Redded to hold Its
annual flower show and vegetable and
fruit exhibition in the Morristown Ly-
ceum on November 3, 4 and 5.
674
JOHN CONLEY & SON,
MANUFACTCRERB OF
TIN FOIL
2 and 4 Doiiiiiiick Street,
NEW YORK.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PCI CBY^ii^-""
Satisfaction and Special Low Ex. Rates Guaranteed.
Most Practical Book on Celery Growing, 75 eta.
PETER J. SCHUUR, Kalamazoo, Mich.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CELERY PLANTS
■WrmXE PLUme. Fleld-grown plants
at $1.00 per 1000. Cash with order. Samples
free.
C. M. GROSSMAN.
^VolcottvlIIe, Ind.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
250,000 GELEIIYPLIIIITS
Ooldeii D-\varf, 'Wriiite I»luiiie, and
Glnnt Pascal, .'JOcts. per 100 ; »1.75 per
sample. Cash with order.
HORACE RIMBY, Collegeville, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VEGETABLE PLANTS
CABBAGE— Henderson's SuccessioD, Early
Flat Dutch, Lupton, Autumn King, Burpee's
Sure Head, Late Flat Dutch, Premium Flat
Dutch, Late Drumhead, Mammoth Kock
Red and Drumhead Savoy. Field grown;
150. per 100: $1.00 per 1000; $8 60 per 10,000.
CEtERY— Dwarf Golden Heart, Golden
Self Blanching, Giant Pascal, New Rose,
White Plume and Giant Parque Celeriac.
15c. perlUO; $1.00 per 1000; $8.50 per 10,000.
Casta tvltta order.
R.VINGENT JR. & SON, White Marsh, Md.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VEGETABLE PLANTS
All sirong, well rooled plants, of
standard varieties.
106 1000
Celery, strong, well-rooted $0 20 $1 60
Celery, ordinary 16 100
Pepper 25 2 00
CabbaKe 15 100
Cauliflower 25 2 00
Strawberry Plants, Potted, Carrie and
Earliest n, D. C. Executors.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
THB F=I-0RISTS* Exchhnge.
'WELCH BROXHERS,
DEALERS IN
FL0RIST5' SUPPLIES,
■p'^rpra'n^p'rict- \ BOSTON.
Wire Designs, Wheat Sheaves, Baskets, Im-
mortelles, Cape Flowers, Cut Flowers, Boxes,
aud all other supplies, at prices to meet com-
petition
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
I GROW PLANTS IN |
I "Jadoo" Fibre. \
t WATER THEM WITH t
I "Jadoo" Liquid. |
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
M. RICE &,CO.,
Importers and Manufacturers of
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.
25 N. 4th St., Philadelphia, Pa.
NEW FALI. CATAI,OGUE NOW READY
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TELEPHONE 1782 1 8TH ST.
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DO NOT BE HUMBUCCED
nto Using CHEAP
Imitatlo
GREEN SILKAUNE
soiieinal and only SILKAUNE
SiOlel.Tby JOHN C. BIEVCR &CO.,
87 Summer Street, BOSTO.N, MASS.. U. S. A.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
LARGEST AND BEST STOCK OF
PREPARED CYCAS LEAVES
TO BE FOUND ANV-WHERE
Metal Floral Designs, Sheayes, Doves, Baskets, Moss Wreaths, Wheat, Milkweeds,
Cape Flowers, Wire Work, and all Florists' Supplies.
Write for catalogue. Free to the trade.
A. HERRMANN, 404-412 East 34th Street (Near Ferry), New York,
Manufacturer of METAL FLORAL DESIGNS, Imporler and Dealer in FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
F
Largest Stock in the Country,
All goods up to date, and of
superior quality.
Send for Illustrated Catalogue.
H. BAYERSDORF^ 2 & CO.,
06 N. FOURTH STREET, PHILADELPHIA, PA.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VIOLETS.
Lady Hume Campbell, 2}i inch pots, $2.00 per
100; $15.00 per 1000.
A^PARARII^ PLLTMOSUS NANUS, from
MOrMnHbUO ^ j^gh pots, Sl.OO per dozen ;
$8.00 per 100. Cash with order please.
R. VINCENT JR. S SON, White Marsh, Md.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
20,000 SMILAX.
Good strong plants from ei4 and 2 in.
pots, October sowing, $1.75 per 100;
$15.00 per 1000. Cash with order.
PAUL LIEBSCH, W. Main St., Batavia, N.Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CHRYSANTHEMUMS -Last Call.
pots, good plants at $3.00 per 100: Glory of the
Paclflc. B. Dallledouze. Mrs. H. Koblnson, Helen
Bloodgood. Phlladelptaia. Marlon Henderson. Er-
minllda. Marquis de Montmort. Wm. Simpson,
Ttie Queen, Mrs. E. t>. Hill. Jessica.
% Inch pots,
ich pots, »2.00
C. EISELE, nth & Jefferson Streets, Philadelphia, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ndred.
YIOltTS Mf SPICIILTY
All first-class plants. Orders received n'^w
for fall plantluB Marie Louise, Lady
Canipbell, Swauley "VVlilte, Ear-
qutaar, Princesse ov^s/l -r FR I cr; h-Q I
y^HIS volume, which has been prepared by the foremost aquaticulturist of the country, and to
^-^ whose efforts the present growing popularity of the Water Garden is largely due, is designed
to serve as a SOUND, PRACTICAL CULTURAL HANDBOOK for amateur and professional alike.
The book will be freely illustrated with plates and illustrations in the text, and will
describe all operations, from the growing of plants in tubs to construction of the large pond,
planting, seed saving, propagation, wintering, and all other necessary details of cultivation.
A. T. DE LA MARE PTG.
■^6^%^%%^%'%^%^^
ORDERS RECEITBD KO'W.
PUB. CO., Ltd., - - -
Box 1 697, Ne-w York,
J
A WEEKLY MEDIUM OF INTERCHANGE FOR FLORISTS. NURSERYMEN, SEE
s
•M AND THE TRADE IN GENERAU
NEW YORK, JULY 24, 189^
YOL. IX. HO. 30.
One Dollar Per Tear.
Owing- to our stock being grown with plenty of air the plants are all strong- and sturdy, and
'Will bear transportation for long distances. Florists intending to purchase this class of stock
ifor their fall trade will do well to place their orders immediately, so that they can have them
-shipped by freight, thus avoiding the excessive express charges which they would have to pay
,lf shipped during the cold weather. The prices will also be very much higher in the fall than at
ithe present time, owing to the high duty which will then be in force.
ARECA LUTE8CENS.
6 inch pots, 20-24 inches high, 3 plants in a pot $6.00 per dozen ; $50.00 per 100
KENTIA BELMOREANA.
3 inch pots, 8-13 Inches hijh, 4-5 leases $3.50 per dozen ; $25.00 per 100
4 inch pots, 13-15 inches high. 4-6 leaves $6.50 per dozen ; $50.00 per 1(10
SiDch pots, 18-20 inches high, 6-7 leaves, stocky $9.00 per dozen ; $75.00 per 100
KENTIA FORSTERIANA.
3 inch pots, 12-15 inches high $15.00 per 100
4inoh pots, 15-18 inches high $4.50 per dozen ; $85.00 per 100
5 inch pots, 20-24 inches high $9.00 per dozen j $75.00 per 100
LATANIA BORBONICA.
3 inch pots $10.00 per 100
4 inch pots. 12-15 inches high $3.00 per dozen ; $25.00 per 100
5 inch pots, 15-18 inches high $6.00 per dozen ; $50.00 per 100
.6 inch pots, 18-20 inches high, stocky plants $9.00 per dozen ; $75.00 per 100
COCOS WEDDELIANAi amchpots $3.00 per dozen: $2500 per lOO
LIVISTOMA HOOGENDORPII. ' '""Uooperm """"" '"^''' ' '*''^*'- *'•"" "'""""' '•
LIVISTONA ROTUMDIFOLII. " ""=$1.5^011 •"'$'i8°oo''plrSn^"'' '*''™' ''™°'' '"''°*'-
PH(ENIX RECLINATAi 5 inch pots, IS-IS inches high $6.00 per dozen ; $45.00perl00
PITCHER & MANDA, Short Hills, N. J.
JOHN N. MAY, Receiver.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
WINTER FLOWERING ROSES.
Our stock of these is very large, and in eiceptionally fine shape. We
offer all the leading varieties, strong plants in 2)4 in. pots, as follows :
I'f/f/flffj Mlllli//M§ PERLE, BRIDESMAID, BRIDE and
MmuJ^^Mim/mf^M^ ' SS.OOpe'r lOO; 840.00perl000.
i-^BHiHBiliKJii^^S MME. CAROLINE TESTOUT and
MRS. PIERPONT MORGAN,
«6.00 per 100; SSO.OO per 1000.
,-:_ — ^^r-^sJUX^;-;; AMERICAN BEAUTY,
^1^ ^=^^K^^Hi^K-7£; SO.OOperlOO; SSO.OO per 1000.
PRESIDENT CARNOT,
• 15.00 per 100; «135.00 per 1000
We have a fine stock, also, of the new climbing
YELLOW RAMBLER ROSE
The only hardy yellow 'limbing roee yet Introduced. A
worthy companion to the wonderful Crlmaon Rambler.
Strong plants. Z\.i in. pots, •l.fiO per doz •
SIO.OO per 100. "^ '
Strong plants, 3K in. poU, SS.OO per doz.;
»20.00 per 100. "
The above Rose Stock is In perfect shape and will please the most fastidious. Samples sent
If desired. We invite inspection of stock.
^^^sixssvr^^ DOUBLE TUBEROUS BEGONIAS
we offer what stock we have as long as unsold at SS.OO per loo j S35.00 per looo-
This is only the price of ordinary Single Begonias, and considerably below cost. We offer at
this nominal price only in order to close out stock we have left.
Wehaveasur- TIIRCROCF PFARI E^'™ Vi«"i'y ""lbs, 4-6 Inches in circumference.
plus,alBO,of lUDCnUdC rCHIIL perfect shape. 50c. per 100; S4.00 per 1000.
SPEAK QUICK IF YOU WANT THESE BARGAINS.
Our Wholeale List of Palms, Decorative Plants, etc., will be sent free on application.
F. R. PIERSON CO..
TARRYTOWN-ON-HUOSON, NEW YORK
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
1000 METEOR ROSES
For $75.00; $8.00 per 100. Fine, Strong, Clean Stock.
1000 NEW CANNA AUSTRIA
For $80.00; $10.00 per 100. Fine Stock.
PALMS, FERNS and DRACIENAS of every Kind, Size and
Price. BAY TREES ail Sizes. Ali for tiie Trade.
FRESH PALM SEEDS JUST ARRIVED
KENTIA BELMOREANA, . . $7.00 per 1000.
SEAFORTHIA ELEGANS, . . $5.00 per 1000.
SIEBRECHT & SON,
Rose Hill Nurseries, NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y.
WhenWrltlne Mention Florists' Exchange
THE GOITDGE GOBDEHS
WHOLESALE FLORISTS,
....QUEENS, N.Y.
SPECIALTIES
Carnations, Chrysanthemums,
Geraniums, Dahlias,
Cannas, Boston Fern,
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
676
The Florists* Exchange.
SEHSOpeiE »<
PRIMULA FIMBRIATA
(Chinese Primrose).
Rubra (Reci), Alba (Whit.). Alba Maji-
nlfica, Rubra Vlolacea. Chiswlcte
Red. Meteor, village Maid or
Choice Mixed.
Trade PackageB, 50o. and •1.00.
CINERARIA
Hybrlda Grandlflora choice mixed,
Extra Fine Dwarf Mixed. Grandl-
flora Kermeslna, Dbl. Flowering.
Trade Packages, 50o. and SI. 00.
CALECOLARIA
WM. ELLIOTT & SONS
NEW YORK.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ALL BULBS ANB PLANTS
For Summer and Fall Delivery, Quoted
at Very Low Rates,
FBBB ON BOARD CARS OR BOATS
NHW YORK CITY.
HDLSEBOSCH BROS., Englewood, «. J,
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FfGsl Seeds-Gaiia Buns.
100 seeds ; |6 00
Apple Geranium (
per lOUO seeds; $7.50 per :
Musa Ensete. TScts.
per 1000 seeds.
Seafortbla Elegans, 10 cts. per 100 seeds;
$3 00 per 100(1 seeds.
Cyperus Alternlfollus, 25 cts. per pkt.
Pliomilum Xenax, 26 cts. per 100 seeds ;
$1 00 per luOO seeds.
I». Xenax Varlegata, 60 cts. per 100
seeds ; $2,511 per lOQO seeds
AlBopbylla Australia (Tree Fern), 50
cts. % oz.
Send for prices on Calla Lilies, August and
September delivery. Send for Trade List of
Novelties and Specialties for Autumn delivery.
MRS. THEODOSIA B. SHEPHERD
Venturu>b;-tbe-8ea, Cal.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
EVERV KLORISX OUGHX XO
IKfSVRE HIS GLASS AGAIKISX
HAIL.
FOR SALE ON DOCK, DUTY FREE.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Whfn Writing Mention Florists' Exch.Tnge
ITURNIPSEED. ^ikizTiEs
': ■ CUCUMBER SEED. Best kindsforPicklinE,
S First cnsiKiimentof Our "SURE CROP" ENG-
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
t CLDCAS&BODDINGTONCO., I
♦ Importers, Exporters and Growers' Agents of ♦
♦ Plants, Seeds and Bulbs, ♦
♦ '-/ and 503 IV. 13th St., ♦
Telephone Call, 403 ISU St. NEW YORK ( ' *
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ing Mention Florists' Exchange
HEADQUARTERS FOR
Dallas aviFieesiaBflllis
PAMPAS PLUMES,
Palm, California Tree and Flower Seeds.
ASK FOR SPECIAL PRICES.
GERMAIN FRUIT GO. Los Angeles, GaL
When^Vrlting Mention Florists' Exchange
J. L. SCHILLE!^, Rutherford, N. J,
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
F. E. McAllister co.
SEED AND BULB MERCHANTS,
69 CORTLANDT STREET, NEW YORK,
Seasonable Florists' Flower Seeds.
Primula Sinensis Flmbrlata, alba,
alba magoiflca. Bright red, rose, blue or
mixed. Per Trade Plit., (250 seeds), $1.
Strain.
icnrnmeoded by all who have
Per Trade Pkt., $1.
Calceolaria James' Prize Stral
Per Pkt., 81.
Cyclamen Perslcum Grand
florum. Per 100 seeds, $1 ; 1000 seeds, Si
Pansy Bufcnot, French grown seed. Per
oz., $12. tJerraau grown seed, per oz., \ '
Communications to
inee, 69 Gortlandt St., N. Y
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
HIGHCLASS BULBS
Our Wholesale Trade Price List will be ready in a
tew days and will be mailed to Dealers and Larg(3
Florists on application. We import only the very
finest goods for Florists use. Roman Hyacinths,
Dutch Hyacinths, Lilium Harris!!, Spiraeas, Von
Sion Narcissus, &c., &c.
Select Assortn
CHOICE FLOWER SEEuS FOR FLORISTS.
We have still a tew of the last shipment of
AHECA LUTESIENS SEED
which we offer, while unsold, at SO. 00 per 1000 seeds.
J.M.THORBURN&CO.
15 JOHN STREET, NEW YORK.
Kstabllshed 1802.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
KENTUCkf BLUE GRASS (PO/I PRATENSIS).
CHAS. E. PRUNTY,
MAIN AND MARKET, SAINT LOUIS.
When Wrtting Mention Florists' Exchange
Dallas, Dallas, Dallas Ethiopica, and Improveti Little Gem.
TVc alBo o«er until sold
FRESH SEED GORYPHA AUSTRALIS, FRESH SEED SEAFORTHIA ELEGANS,
Delivered at $2.76 per 1000 to clear stock. Cash with order. 100 seeds for 50 cts.
SEND FOR OUR NEW PRICE LIST. ?^°'',,j;^."'Wfces''give''n°*on'airjK"an!
California, French and Dutch Bulbs, Seeds, Plants and anything pertaining lo the florists' lim-.
Address, H. H. BERCER & CO., 220 Broadway, New York.
Branch Office, San Francisco, Cal. (Established 1878.)
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
GYGLAMEN PERSIGUM GIGANTEUM.
NEW CROP SEED
JUST RECEIVED.
OUR supply of this important
Florist flower is grown especially
for us by the most successful culti-
vator in Europe. Each variety is
grown in a separate house insurin:
purity of color. We can supply in
the following distinct colors.
Pure Snow White ... $1 25
Whitewith Carmine Eye . 125
Deep Rose Color .... 1 25
Brilliant Blood Red . . 1 25
Choicest Mixed Colors . 1 00
250 Seeds or over at 1000 rate.
NEW CHOPS OF PANSY, PRIMULA,
&c., EXPECTED UAILT.
Send for our Wholesale Price List of
Seeds, Bulbs, Plants, &c.
HENRY A. DREER, 714 Ghestnut St., Philadelphia, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
July 24. 1897.
Thb F=1-0RISTS' Exchhnge.
677
were iiKKurwl \
NoteEckfords ,
"Deep crimson. 1
HUffuKed witli rii
1807 SET. (American trade.)
lfnrm.it fill
Yiiiikei- ingeiJiiitv thev liiive impn.vcl iliK llir u.iiiu'. ll 1,- m;. 1I..1 lu i ..u.-. it
upou them. .Sweet peaw equal to the first testK; Form, bizarre; size, liirge ; enlnr,
two named below were never put out by standard light cherry-violet; wings,
Eckford. . pansy-violet; substance, good; stem,
kiuft' and slender.
liPHiitif\iI
;s.— This is theraost
U.\>
darke
i offer a prize tor
name for it. It
ize, medium; co-
Pink Cupid Sweet Pea in lo-inch pot. Grown"in California.
diuui.' A great advance in the darks, ard dark viulel-ruse; wings, jiKUt rose,
aftertheAniericauBpecalistshave selected suffused on white; substance, line; stem
long and slender
e.\paiided and
the finest types.
substance, fine;
lor, white ground ''flushed,"
"blotched" crimson-mauve;
on reverse: standard and
pansy-violet.
Walker of Forest Grove. < M
coming into prominence .1-
of sweet peas, are a fine s'
tain something new in sx\
Ir. Walker in the lutuie.
< Stkipk (a sport from
It.)
Stuii'E (a sport from
IS thl
1
lliiiik tli.it till' ii;;litrr fiirnis .if both of
them should be selected. They test: Size,
large: form, hooded; substance, good;
stem, medium.
CuKoi.i;.— 1 hi.'- is ,1 decided acquisition,
being a soft pini; fused with light laven-
der on the standard,nud a pure dark laven-
der on the wings. Being the only laven-
butis.if :i hulil.T-li.i
form of light self
which I have in my
very pleasing shade,
from Captlvation,
collection. It Is a
but needs selecting
678
Thb Pl-orists* Exchange.
Dauk I'lNK Stkii'i; (lOiiiily Eckford X
Air hiitli ttiiu swwt pi-as, but not yet
Ki'lectiMl to a tvpe. Will be both of value
when set.
Ml
be
tractive. Needs selei-tiuii to a. set type.
Blanche lintPEi:, Tiihee to Stem
FiKST Flowers: Blaxciie Burpee, Se-
cond And Third Crop of Flowers.—
These selections of this white sweet pea
showed no perceptible difference, except-
ing that some of the florets of the latter
were possibly sUghtly larger than the
former. This is the finest straiu of
Blanche Burpee that I have ever seen, be-
ing well selected, and thoroughly bred.
The florets averaged an inch and three-
quarters across the standard, many
measuring scant two inches. They traly
are mammoth, and show the possibility
of this variety in the hands of a skillful
floriculturist. We will .ret see standards
of this variety two and a half inches
VioMs (trst .-i.s til \'nnis lii.siug its co-
whicli conies nmslly in finirs, but I have
not found any lo.ss of color in the Venus
furnished me.
Aurora (four to a stem). — Is identical
with Burpee's Aurora, and brought me
only threes.
Light Gaiety. — Is what its name indi-
cates and tests same as Gaiety.
Test for variety of colors and shades,
(Emily Eckford - Ifrs. .Toseph Ch.-ini-
berlain) shows pi-ht tine swert in'.-is, n(
hooded and rxiMiiilrd lui-iiis, ruvri-iiin- a
large range 1 it shinies. All ,iri' riui'. Imt
need selecting to type. I'.rinu tlie ihii^tiiv
of one plant, it shows a most remarkable
" break " in hybridizing. Three of the best
shades are : Dark Princess of Wales ; dark
salmon-pink, bi-oadly striped on white ;
dark red-heliotrope, faintly streaked on
white. All show high form.
LYNCH's 1897 novelties.
The Bride.— T was unfortunate with
this v.-n-iety My first two plantings
new. It has tlie ■
tests: Form, expanil
lor, a blue Princess i
good; stem, niediun:
Striped Celesth
expanded; kiza', large; color, wliite.
striped EngUsh violet ; substance, good ;
Stem, medium stocky.
iixty-tlirer
I. There is i
I variety 1 1 1 i
le historj' of
iiie earliuess,
Hi-eatly, and
.iiether a va-
work in my hands — I may have a sur-
prise or two myself. — Samuel A. Ham-
ilton, Sweet Pea Expert, Roaring
Spring, Pa.
Burpee's Sweet Pea Tests.
There can nowhere be found, we think,
a better indication of the increasing pop-
ularity of the sweet pea, as well as of the
BwelUng list of varieties, of the flower,
than in the extensive trial grounds of W.
Atlee Burpee & Co., at Fordhook Farm,
Doylestown, Pa., where every variety
possessing any value, known to the firm,
is fairly tested on its merits. Some idea
of the growing number of sweet peas,
named and unnamed, may be formed,
when we state that this year 373 sepa-
rate tests are being made as against 100
last year. Of the former there are 348
named varieties and 25 of mixed kinds.
The whole area devoted to the trials of
sweet peas embraces almost an acre.
The system adopted by the firm is to
grow sa mples of other growers' seed in
rows of about ten feet each, alongside
the seed of the firm itself ; thus a fair and
just comparison can be made. It was a
source of great satisfaction to note that
the plants from the Burpee-grown seed
of tlic English viirieties produced blooms
equal ill iiiii.st cases, and in some in-
staiiii's supiTinr, to the English-grown
seed. It has Ix'cu found at Fordhook
that it requires two years to get any-
thing like good results from foreign seed
— it has first to become acclimated.
There were also observed, unfortunate
cases of mixing and some of substitution
from abroad, all of which is to be very
much depreca t ed .
A noticeable le.iini-e nhseivalile in tin-
trials was tlie tendency iif ICekfiird to
run on one t\|ie, iitntieulaily the pink
and white sorts, and the newer kinds
coming from that source are evidently
those on which they were considered im-
pi'ovements as to be hardly distinct
enough for a separate name. The great-
est advance in color, as regards foreign
sweet peas is probably obtained by Lax-
tiiii, esjierially in the darker varieties, but
it isseeiin-d at the expense of fnrni and
I'lie l.iigest number of "breaks" lias
eeil.iinly fallen to the lot of the -Viaeriean
hybridist, as seen in the distinctiveness of
the kinds raised by them.
We were glad to" note that Mes.srs. Bur-
pee were working to get a race of peas.
through further effort.
been most
^ th^fld"^-
weather
Maid of Honor is a charming variety
an "Improved Light Butterfly," being
a great improvement in size, form,
and color. The flowers are borne three
on a stem, and the color is beautiful —
light blue on a white ground, shaded and
edged, and clearer than seen in Lottie,
Eckford.
Considerable interest is manifested in
the "New SeedUng Sweet Pea from Cali-
fornia," not yet named. The wings of
this variety are almost white with pur-
ple-magenta edging; the standard and
mid-rib bright purple-magenta, shading
to a lighter purple and white on the
sides, pencilled at the base with heavy
maroon. As the flower becomes older
the shading becomes darker and richer.
The form is well expanded, of the graiKli-
flora type, almost perfect; the flow ers
have fine substance, of large size, ami are
produced three and four on a stem.
Of Eckford's novelties fur ls;i7 tlreliest
of the set is Queen Victcni.i. .i lii;lit iniai-
rose of fine hooded form, w it limit the ten-
dency to turn over too nin, h.
Countess of Powis is suinewhut similar
to Meteor, the wings being rather of a
purplish pink color; the standard is in-
clined to turn white, which is not in its
favor.
Salopian is probably a selection from
Ignea, and has the same tendency tobui-n
as has that variety . It has goodsizeand
form, but, here, does noteome up to Bril-
liant.
Triumph comes in color near to Eoyal
Rose. The flowers are of good size.
Shahzada is a vei-y dark colored pea;
it is probably a grandiflora form selt^cted
out of Indigo King, The standard is
almost lonn.l.and stands npri.nht, with
111 effect pi'oduc
lack.
ing variety, scarlet standard with liglit
crimson wings.
Lady Nina Balfour was not in flower;
evidently this is of poor germinating
quality here as in California.
Of the California varieties Golden Gleam
is hardly distinct enough.
Striped Celestial.- There is so great a
similarity to Juanita as to make distinc-
tion impossible, except to the expert hav-
ing the two varieties side by side, Juanita
being the older and perhaps superior of
the two.
We asked Mr. Earl for a hst of the best
recent sorts in the various colors. Here
is his choice:
Striped. — Aurora, America, Mikado,
Senator, Mrs. Joseph Chamberlain.
White.— Blanche Burpee, the largest
white; Emily Henderson, the earliest
flowering white.
Earliest.— Extra Early Blanche Feri-y ;
also best sort for forcing.
Dark varieties.— Stanley and Captiva-
tion.
Scarlet. — Brilliant and Mars.
Lavender. — New Countess.
Dark inauve.— Dorothy Tennant.
I'ink — Prima Donna, and among older
kinds, Mrs. Gladstone.
Pink and White Blendings.— Ramona.
The most distinct sweet pea is Gray
Friar, a watered purple on a white
,nround.
( itliei- varieties tli.at are uniiiue in some
Mowers .ire fiiinnl lor'iiied alike; Columbia
( Huteliins). so named on account of its
havinn' a lilending of red, white, and blue
ill its e,ilo]-ation. Red Riding Hood
comes true. ;ind is very floriferous.
It iiiav not he out of place here to men-
tion that the iil.in of sending out a mix-
tiii-e of .\ineriean seedlings has met with
tain some snpeili new y.iiiet'ies not .yet
and rr-rnissiim ilir lines! .-iii'd newest
sneet |ie,is, ,-iiiil iiiaii,\ h.-n-e produced
sdine iiiai^iiili.Tiil Ihiw.Ts, The pubhc
h.-is I has ilie .■iih.iiiia;;!' of the firm's
pe.is, enteniporary with the firm itself.
In some (if the rows of these seedlings,
the ran.L;e and variety of coloring was
We hope at some future time to be able
to bring to tlfe notice of our readers a
description of Burpee's novelties for '98.
While passing some frames our attention
was attracted by a batch of the new Be-
gonia Vulcan, a most intense fiery scarlet
which will surely become popular as a
bedder. Some improved coleus seedlings
■ lave a wide range of coloring, many of
SEED TBIIDE PBT.
Joints and information from eeedemen, and
Interested in this column, BOlicited. Addr
Editor Seed Trade,
CHANGE
Seed Crops on Long Island. — The
sultry weather of the past two weeks
has had a sad effect on the seed, crops of
Long Island. Blight, which always at-
tends such atmospheric conditions, was
promptly on time, and with the excep-
tion of some of the most forward crops
has been very destructive. The situation
is about as follows:
Turnip is all harvested and in good
condition; this crop was secured Justin
time to escape injury.
Cabbage. — Two weeks ago there was
a prospect of a heavy crop, far above
the average. Then the warm, wet
weather set in, and to-day the crop is
fully half ruined, and unless we have dry
weather at once there will not be one-
fourth of a crop. It is nearly all cut and
much of it dry enough to thresh, and,
with continuous rains such as we have
had the past week, much of what is cut
will commence growing in tlie pod. The
blight has acted strangely this season.
Some pieces have escaped entirely, others
in close proximity have suffered badly.
One field we saw was nearly ruined at
one end, and not at all injured at the
other. Why this should be is a myster.y,
as the field was a broad, open one, with-
out wood or hill to prevent free circula-
tion of air.
Kale has suffered worse than cabbage
in some cases. The Siberian appeals to
be but little injured, but the Scotch, in
some fields, is all gone, and in others the
loss will be very considerable. Here
again is a mystery : One field has been
cut and the crop Is immense, showing
not the slightest injury from blight,
while an adjacent one has been totally
ruined.
Spinach has all been pulled, and in the
furrows between the rows the water is
an inch or more in depth in low places.
The seed should all be threshed at once,
but canuofbe, until after two or three
days of clear, dry weather. Should the
present conditions prevail, the crop will
July 24, 1897.
The Plorists* Excht^ngb.
679
be a failure— we (car 11 tntnl (.11
precaution is luiiii; t.iKcii in
crop. Tlie tlircsll.lh :iyr Tc.nly
crop will be mil ilii''iiii;li till- lii^
Boon ae it will answer. ThiB i
weeks afjo, nave |.niini«e of
heavieBt ever -rcwn on Long
fully loiiii iM.iDi.lBt.. tlieaere.
iuK agent for the seed rlivision (
partment of Agriculture, lias
his position, and at present
home in Ann Arbor. Mich. He
succeeded by rai*tain Wiiittlet
I'he 1
.\1. BBI-
kind remei
ibr-
lice b
■ all
who made his
acquainta
jce both h
re a
id abroad.
M. Phili
de V
Iraorin, the oldest
son of M.
Henri de
Viln
orin, has also
joined the
il>o
•e lirn
as
m active part-
ner. This
^flV
from the y
is; Ml
and
l.s'.i:; when he
visited tl
is
iiiinti
\- x\
th his distin-
guished fa
.Sim
■ tiK
beentrav,
iim
'NtCll^
Uin.ugh yari-
hnl
ticllltl
ral
leiature. One
well-know
1 \
ink 1
f w
liirl, he is the
European Notes.
Weatlifr rondllinnN Bfnerfclal to Crops.
other ei
is very
plants 1
the avfian.' .|n
but the f;ruiiiid
the time that fo
ii-mained alnios
RTOW.TS u,r, ,■ ll
tenti.in II i :
to is .
have li;ti iii, •
best cr
The pr
perieiK
Htorni 11
indivi'd'ii
govern u
THE EXPERIMEN T STA TIONS.
Scab — Bulletir
cultural Exper
Formalin is a
If pint) of formalin to fi
Iter, and soak the seed_tub
5 before pla
Lafayc
leat peieeiitaKe will he lor cut llowers
Illy, provided that foliage, flowers and
institution show good enough for a sec-
Kingston, N. J.
s P. (iulick is building two new
mil putting in a water system.
HILFINQER BROS.
STtNDlRD FLOWEH POTS.
ire a full line ot Standard Po
^flinders. Klazed and un^laz
and Hanelns Ta>ea. Wal
Lawn Vases. 17x19 Inch, «1.00 eai
1 t..r Price Llsi
8 before ordering
HILFINGER BROS., Fort Edward, N. Y.
or AUGUST KOLKER & SONS.
13B & 138 W. 24th St., N. Y. City
When Writing Mention Florists' Exctianee
X PANSY SEED X
MAMMOTH SUNBEAM STRAIN.
A Brand collection of n\
very larRe. of perfect form
fully selected and exceedli
FREESIA REFRAGTA ALBA!
GUARANTEED PURE WHITE.
Bulbs % to % inch diam., $4.00 per lOOO. Bulbs H and up inch diam., $7 50 per 1000.
Cash with order from unknown parties. Prices on all other bulbs and plants by correspondence.
Write for Price List. F. W. O. SCHMITZ, Jefsey City, N.J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ALLEN'S DEFIANCE MIGNONETTE
New Crop, Growing Outside and Looking Fine, will be Ready AuEUSt Ist.
This stock is all ifrown from special s-lected spikes and is sure to prove good under proper
treatment. il.OO per oz.; 50 els. per packet. ,„ ^ . ,, n„ _ , .
Silll a little of theoriginal crop left which will germinate about 50 per cent., at $1.00 per pkt.
CHARLES H. ALLEN, FLORAL PARK, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
1 HERB'S PANSIES
ARE THE BEST.
Seed, $1.25 per M ounce.
Plants, $5.00 per 1000;
75c. per 100; 2500
for $10.00.
ALBERT M. HERR,
LANCASTER, PA.
Wlien Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
...PANSY SEED...
If you want the tinest large and fragrant
Pansy flowers try "Woodbury's noted seeds.
A PINE ASSORTED COLLECTION, 50o.
Finest Oeiman and Giant flowered French
strains, blended, or either separate, 2000 seeds,
■Mc: !.4oz..$1.00; oz., $3.00; 4 ozs., $11.00.
DAVID B.WOOI»BDRY,Paiisy Specialist
SOUTH PARIS. MAINE.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VAUTIER'S
MAMMOTH PANSY.
, ll.CO; or., H.CO.
PANSIES,
, $2.00. Gassier.
deau. yellow, trade pkt., 25c.:
ardeau. mixed, 20c.; oz . $2.0
!5;:oz. $4.00. Primula cblnen.la fill
mixed and separate colors from26c io7&c. per traoe
pkt. t'inerarin) dwarf mixed. 25c. per trade pkt.
Canuas. ItalU. 4 In. pots 25c; Austria, 16c.; $120
a doz.; Jobn White. 20c.; dozen, $1.60.
Trade I.l.t of Seed. Free.
H. BEAULIEU, Belmont Ave.. WOODHAVEN, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
NEW CROP SEED NOW READY
BB'SmrnDFilSIES
ROEMER'S SUPERB PRIZE PANSIES,^
The finest strain of Pans ies in the World. i;
FRED. ROEMER, Seed Grower,
Qucdilnburg. Garmany.
z
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FORCING BULBS
Special Import Price List Ready.
=CANNAS=
BURB&NK - - 7Sc. IT&LI& - - - 40c.
yEL.CR0ZY-S1.50 iUSTRIi- - -20c.
All Standard and New at Market Price.
...PANSY SEED...
Mixed together of Bagnot, Cassier, Odler,
Trimardeau, and many other varieties,
Vi 02., $2.00; 1 nz., $3..')0. Plants ready
September 1.5th, $3.50 per lOOO.
PRIMROSES.
7000 Primroses, single, mixed colors, $2.50
per 100. Ca h with order.
JOS. H. CUNNINGHAM, DELtWiRE, OHIO.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Pansies Worth Raising
CASH WITH ORDER.
0. Soltau & Co. "kU?,"' Jersey City. N. J.
WhenWrltIng Mention Florist.' Exchange
VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE,
NEW YORK, CHICAGO,
U Barclay SI. 84-86 Randolph St.
WhenWrltIng Mention Florists' Exchango
Prize-Winning
DAHLIAS
iH UMPRECEDEHTED RECORD,
23 First Prizes, Certificate of Merit, 2
Diplomas, and tiighest mention everywhere.
If you want the Very toest Datillas
that bloom, send for our 1897 descriptive trade
list now ready. Address
W. p. PEACOCK,
Dahlia Specialist, ATCO, N. J.
WhenWrltIng Mention Florists' Exchange
jewels ot
GIANT MARKET and GIANT FANCY
STRAINS, in trade pkts., at$l each.
Printed dlrectlona with every packaee.
DENYS ZIRNGIEBEL, Keedham, Mass.
PANSIES!
SEED ^ SEED
NEW CROP NOW READY.
ROEHMER'S SUPERB PRIZE P&NSIES.
This strain Includei all tlie leading novelties
Odier, CaBsler, Buitnol and Harlaiao mix-
lure: the qualities of theae varieties are eu well-
known as to render a description aonecesssry.
Mixed, per packet o( 2£00 seed, $1.00, te.OO per oi.;
13 IXI per H oz ; $1.15 per H ni. White, yellow and
black. In separate colors. fl.OO per packet. Plants
reads September 15th. Caah wllh order,
PETER BROWN,
Wholesale Pansy Grower, LANCASTER, PA.
WhenWrltIng Mention Florists' Exchange
SIIPANSIES
M THE JENNINGS' STRAIN
crop M.iW ready, saved from llio very Unest
sil.'cted plant,-, nil lurjre lli.w. ruin, in great
to-day.
■he followiiijr iniuplimi-ntary letter Is one ot
iiany received every year :
BLippALO, N. Y.,Jone8th,",l7.
MR. E. B. Jennings, Dear Sir: The Pansy Seed
applied bv you last AURUSt produced the Quest lot
f pansies I have ever seen. They were uniformly
irst-clasa. Send nie one oz. of your best mixed as
Try a packet of Jennings* finest mixed strain
ind you will not be disappointed. Finest mixed,
.er pkt. of 2.100 seed, $1.00; S6.00 per oz.; $3.00
■er M oz.: 3 oz., $15.00. White, yellow, black
680
The Florists' Exchange.
SOCIETY OK
American Florists
THIRTEENTH
Exhibition of Requisites for and
Products of the Greenhouse
and Garden.
Music Hall, Providence, R,l,
August 17,
A notable ever
19 and 20, 1897.
npnsing three days
lectures papers and discussions at the capital
city of Rhode Island and one day of sight-
seeing and entertainment at America's most
famous watering place, beautiful Newport by
Officers of the Society of American Florists.
President, ADAM GRAHAM, Cleveland,
Secretary, WM. J. STEWART, 67 Bromfleld
St., Boston, MitsB.
Treasurer, H. B. BEATTY, Oil City, Pa.
Executive Committee.
One Tear.
JACKSON DAWSON, Jamaica Plain, Mass.
GROVE P. RAWSON, Elmira,N. Y.
J. F. CO WELL, Buffalo, N. Y.
Tim Tears.
W. K. HARRIS, Philadelphia, Pa.
J. G. ESLER, Saddle River, N. J.
QWOOd, 111.
W. N. RUDD, Mt. Gr
Tliree Tears.
ELMER D. SMITH, Adrian, Mich.
W. F. GUDE, Washington, D. C.
J. CHAS. McCULLOUGH, Cincinnati. Ohio.
„?."P.?P.'S5''°'^''"' °f Trade Exhibition. WM.E.
CHAPPELL, 333 Branch ave., Providence, R.L
Nomenclature Committee.
Prof. Wm. THEr.EASE, Botanic Garden, St.
Loum, Mo., Cliairn\an : Robert Craiy. E. G.
Hill, Elmer D Smith, Robert George, Wm. R.
Smith, Thos. Guneon, Fred. Dorner, A. M.
Herr, Edwin Lonsdale, E. A. Wood. J. F.
Cowell.
Officers and Committees of the Florists and
Gardeners' Club of Rhode /stand.
President, FARQIJHAR MACRAE.
Vice-President, JAS. B. CANNING.
Execulwe Committee.
General Committee on S. A. F. Convention.
M. J. Leach. J. F. Schellinger, Wm. H. Mason!
John Gerald.
Ladies' Auxiliary Committee.
Mrs.F. Macrae, Mrs. T. F. Johnston, Mrs. E.
J. Johnston, Mrs. W. B. Hazard, Mrs W. E
Chappell, Mrs. W. Appleton, Jr.. Mrs. M.
Pollard, Mr8.M.J.Leach,Mrs.W.S.Nichol,Mrs.
" " ■' L. L. Whilden. Miss Emily
S. J. Reu
Selleiv, M
Miss Agnes De
Chairmen of Special Committees.
Entertainment, Music and Decohations
— N. D. Pierce, Jr., Norwood, R. I.
PRtNTiNQ.— A. M. Uennie, 6 Exchange Place,
Providence.
Hotels. —Thos. J. Johnston, Weybosset
street. Providence.
Sports and Games— A. M. Rennie, 6 E.v-
change Place, Providence.
Ladies.— F. Macrae, Smith street, Provi-
Officers and Conven.ion Committee of the
Florists, Gardeners and Associates' Club
of Newport, R. I.
President, N. K. McMAHON.
Treasurer, JOHN ALLAN.
Secretary, J. J. BUTLER.
Committee.
Tlie Officei's and the following named gentlemen :
Robert Christie, James McLeish, John Gibson,
Gardner B. Reynolds, James Hovey, Dr.
Fred'k Bradley. Andrew Meikle, Robert Hun-
nick, Herman LippB, A. Manton Chase, Benj.
E. Tanner, Richard Gardner.
Special Rates on all Railroads.
arrangement. j ''
How to obtain the benefit ot the reducfd rates.
—Purchase a Hrst-class ticket to Providence,
R. L, and at time of purchase request nf the
ticket agent, a certificate regularly filled out.
lar session. All persons joining the Society
timie members and are liable f
annual dues, unless they request a re
Hotels.
The following hotels in Provid. nee are lo-
cated near the Convention hall and willaccom-
modaie guests at prices indicated.
Narraganselt Hotef, Weyhofset street, 275
rooms;^* "fXI and upwards, American plan.
Hotel Dorrance, WeFtminstcr street, 120
rooms, $1.00 to $3 00, European plan, gentle-
City Hotel, Weybosset street, 70 rooms, $2.00
to $2 50 American plan: 75 cts. and upwards,
European plan.
Hotel Perrin, Washington street, 50 rooms,
$1.60 to $2 00, American plan.
Perkins House, Weyhosfet street, 40 rooms,
$1.60. American Plan; $1,00, European.
Central Hotel, Canal street, 60 rooms, 60 cts.
to $1.00, European plan.
The Allen, Green street, a rjuiet family
bouse, $l.tO, American plan.
The Benedict, Pawtucket, B. 1., i miles from
minutes. Will accommodate aO to 40 guests,
American plan, at $1.60 to $2.00 per day.
Evans Challenge Cup.
certifying as to form, number, route and des-
tination of ticket purchased. This certiHcate,
duly countersigned at Providence, will entitle
said purchaser to return passage at one-lhird
fare. Certificates m st have been procured
not earlier than August 13th and will be avail-
able for return ticket at reduced rate, starting
VERY IMPORTANT. It is absolutely neces-
sary for each passenger before starting to
obtain this certiticate of the ticket agent at the
place and time going ticket is purchased.
Il'tlhout the possession of this certificate no reduc-
liiin from regular fare can be obtained and neg-
lect of the ahiwe rule cannot aftenrards tie
remedied. If through ticket cannot be obtained
at starting point, passengers must purchase
local ticket to most onvonient point where
such a ticket can ue procured, taking standard
certificate from each agent from whom a
ticket is purchased. Members are advifed to
apply for ticlsets and certificates at least half an
hour before the starting time of their train. All
information required ma: ' "
dressing I he secretary or
various special committet
Membership.
All persons in any way connected with the
floral or gardening business are earnestly
solicited to conni ct themselves with the
National Society. Membership fee ($3.00) may
re bearer to partici-
iinment features at
, will be mailed in
be made at Conven-
^pening of the regu-
PRELIMINARY PROGRAM.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 17, 1897.
First Day-Opening Session 10.30 A.M.
Address of Welcome, by Mayor EJwin D.
McOuinness, of Providence.
Response.
President Graham's Address.
Reports. — Secretary, Treasurer, Standing
Committees, Special Committees.
Appointment of Exhidition Jddges.
MiSCELLANEOOS BDSINESS.
On the afternoon of the first day t>'e Judges
will examine and prepare their reports upon
the trade exhibition.
An enjoyable programme for the entertain-
ment of the visiting ladies will be arranged for
this afternoon by the Ladies' Committee of I he
Florists and Gardeners' Club of Rhode Island.
First Day, Evening.
President's Reception.— Tuesday evening
will be devoted to the President's Reception,
auspices of
sClu
Rhode Island.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 18. 1897.
Second Day— Morning SeBslon 10 o'clock.
Selection oe Place of Meeting for 1898.
Nomination of Officers.
Reports of Jddges on E.xhibits.
D18COS810N of Recommendations in Presi-
dent's Address.
A PAPER-Snhjpct, "Root Gall» of ( nlti-
vated Plants." By Prof. B. D. Hai.sted
Agricultural Experiment Station, New Bruns-
wick, N. J.
Discussion.
A PAPER— Sub.inct, "Trees and Shrabs
such as should be grown by every Florist."
By Chas. J. Dawson, Bussty Institute, Bos-
D1SCDS8ION.
A PAPER — Subject. "Florists a» Scien-
tists versus Artisans." Bv F. W. Rane, Agri-
cultural College, Durham, "N. H.
Discdssion.
On Wednfsday afternrwnaShootingTourna-
ment will take place at Johnston, a suburb of
Providence. Intending oarticipanls should
C'-mmunicate with the Cli, irman of local com-
mittee on Sporls.
c^es-ions.of the American Carnation Society,
(2 p. M.), the Chrjsanthemum Society of Am-
erica, the Flori-ts* Prutective Association
(4 p. M.)', will be held on Wednesday afternoon.
Second Day, Evening Session, S o'cloclc.
A LECTDRE— Subject, '■' Oiir Favorite Ex-
otic Plants in their own Homes." With
lieMutilulsierenpiicon illustrations. By Prof.
Geo. L. Goodale, of the Botanic Garden of
"" ,ity. Can
Harvard Uni\
ridge, >'dss.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 19, 1897.
Third Day— Morning Session, 10 o'clock.
ELECTION OF OFFICERS. ,,,
DISCUSSION— Subject, "A Tear's Progress
n our Business."
Section I.
Tlie Carnation— Opened by Wm. NicnoL-
iON, Framiiigham, Mat-s.
The Chrysanthemum—
The Kose-
On Thursday nfternoon the Bowling Contest
vill
iu our Business
Section II.
Decorative and Greenhoose Plants-
Opened by RoB'T Christie, Newport, R. I.
Bedding Plants— Opened by J. J. liOTLHR,
The Retail Business— Opened by Thos. J.
JOHNhTON, Providence, R. 1.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 20, 1897.
Friday will be devoted to recreation. The
Florists aud Gardeners' Club of Rhode
Island, have chartered a commodious steamer,
anV6 classes, a
id the bronze
mediils for the sec
ond best. One
silver and one
, showing au
ide in any clat
opinion ot the committee the
uality of the
exhibit does not
ustify it. Tt
s department
the trade exhibit
fee or charge
for space will be
required, and
no advertise-
e made with tl
; Secretary of
the S. A. F.
luly 24, 1897-
The F^lorists* Exchange.
681
FlELD-fiBOWN GBBIII1TI0II8
Qocid, sironir, healthy jiIhihs. Wrile for
kinils aud prices. Delivery alter Sept. 10th.
LOGAN &V . GREEKHOUSES, Danvil B, III.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FINEST STOCK OF FIELD GROWN
CARNATIONS
GEO. HANCOCK i SOU. Grand Haven, Mich.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
^♦^^•/^^^•♦^^^^^^'•^
; f>RNATIONS
Z ¥. DORNER & SONS
# ' La F
CO., i
Fayette. Ind. #
i EDnA/. J. TAYLOR, t
t Wholesale t
: Carnation Grower, !
♦ SOUTHPORT, CONN. ♦
?♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
J QRALLERT & CO. j
'CARNATION growers!
!!
Harrison's White
CARNATION.
New Carnation, sport from Wm. Scott.
JOHN HARRISON,
Bergen Ave., Jersey City, N. J.
r. Yellow Que
Benj Glroud
Mnie. F. Fer.
■n. Mrs. W. H,
Glory of the
ROSES.
plants In splendid shape.
Aglaia, $l.COper doz.; $8.(0
on, 75 cts. per doz.; $6.00
Clliublner Wootton,
per 100.
Cash with order.
JOHN A. DOYLE, - Springfield, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
XHEO. F.
!S If agreeable.
BECKERT,
-IjACKSONi PERKINS CO., 7.l^v1,^K^.'
) to offer f
a choice t
Field Grown Roses, new ai
bekfS'i'lttsbarK Pa. GI-EHFIELD, PA. Clematis, Ornamental Shr
■itlng Mention Florists' Exchange
- season of 1897-'98,
CARNATIONS ALL SOLD.
SEND FOR LIST OF
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
H. ^VE;B£R & SONS,
Wtl
ng Ment:
MORELLO
The New Scarlet.
From soil.
100. Am. Be
(0 I ■ —
•100. Pnpa I
m. '"^Vh^^'S*LaV^aQce?'2"m.!^»i^66'pe''^'' m
rhrlKtlne de Noue, m m.. (s.OO per 11 (J
KaUevIn, 2)4 In. «9 00per 100; 3 In., «6 00per 100
Itleruiet, 2M 10.. «3.00 per 100.
SWAINSONA. white and pink, $3.00 per 100.
PAL Iwl S ■ st"ck. '"""
5 to B l4»ves, per doz., »2.l,0, per 100. »l2od; 5 In
pots. 2t to 30 In. high. 1; to T leaves, per duz . »3 00
per 100, $20 f 0 ; 6 In. pots. 3 plants In » pot. 3 ft. hlcb
per aoz., J900; per 100, »T5 00. Phcenlx recll.
Kentla Brlmoreana
100. $50.00; 6 In. pots. 21 to 10 in. high. 5 to li li
per doz, 1900: per 100. $~5.00. Seafoi
eleffans, 5 in. pots, 21 to :H) in. hiRh. 5 to 6 li
per doi., $1.50; per 100. $.35 00. Chnma
per dnz , $9 00; per 100. $70.00. I'Icue elasllca,
Cash or First-class Bank References Must Accompany
J. B. HEISS, lieSo.MainSt, Dayton, 0.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
100; $15.00 per 1000; my selection, from
R H.MURPHEY,Urbana,Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
rly sold :
varieties
accept no more orders except lorvan- ^
eties of our own selection. We have J i
►everal thousand standard and new ^
kinds to dispose of yet at 82.00 per 100,
from 3 inch pots, as long as they last.
HVDRAISCEA OXAKSA, nice plants,
1 1 oiu pots, $2.00 per luix
Cash with otder, please.
JOHN HACKETT & CO.,
62d St.. near Elmwood Ave., PH' X PA.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Price List ready in July. Write for it.
THY STOCK OF
GOLDEN GATE ROSES
Cash will
CHRIST. WINTERICH,
When Writing Mentlor
ROSES, CARNATIONS.
pricforKO
Will also 1
the finest st
Bridesmaid
ad, for Sep-
• PRIMULA I
\MPREI,L VIOLETS.
WRITK FOR PhlCKS.
QEO. M. EMMANS. Newton. N.J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ROSES
1000 BRICESMAID,
1000 BRIDE. . .
500 WOOTTON, .
1000 PERLE, . .
Str.na plants from 3)a
$5.00 per 100
.' . S6.00 per 100
- Elizabeth, N.J.
Flor
CHRYSANTHEMUMS!
2H Inch Pots. $3.00 Per 100.
Pink Ivory, Mrs' J. O. Whilldln.
White Ivu'ry, Pride of Castlewood.
Mrs. H. H. Battles, M. Wanamaker,
H K. Widener, Sybil Kaye,
M's, J. Jones, Meriy Monarch,
Achilles, Marie Louise,
Mutual Friend, Eda Prass.
Nentesis, Mme. F. Bergmann,
Major lionnafi'on, Viviand-Morel.
Maud Dean, W. H. Lincoln.
The above plants are in jfood growing condition
ADIANXITM CUPJEATUM,
ilMtBICAN BEAUTY.
Exchange
Sterling American Novelty, the
WHITE COCHET
Is a sport fro
considered n
door rose. I
of its parent
aman Cocliet, which is
the best pink out-of-
1 all the good qualities
color is pure white iu
)etal8 slightly tinged in
Summer; and no doubt it will prove the
best white out-of-door rose up to date.
Price, per dozen, from 3 inch, $*.00.
•• 100, '■ 3 " 20.00.
AU Orders Unst bs Aocompa&led with Ziih.
J. COOK "■%?22eT" Baltimore, Md.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ROSES
Brldesmali
uty. 3 loch pots per 100, $10 00
3M " '.• 13 00
Bride, Perie,
Bon !!tllene. Wattevllle,
h pSt"??' 00 per 10«; $io^p'er 1000
•'^ SOO '• 70.00 "
SMILAX.
n. pots. $2.50 per 100; $20 00 per 1000
VIOLETS.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
For Varieties and Prices, see April 3tth 1
GANNAS
STRONG
PLANTS,
leiidemon, Paul
e. J. D. Cabas,
noyen J. Slaley,
MISCELLANEOUS PLANTS.
adinR varieties..
.pots.... 8 00
.... 2 00
Hydranicet
Mood FIo»
PrlarsoDlp
, J>i in. pots..
Llal on Applltallon.
WOOD BROS., Fishkill, N. Y.
When Writing Mentloii Florists' Exchange
or. Bridesmaid, Bride. Testout, Perle, Sunset,
ranee, Kaiserin, 3 and i in. pots. Fine stock.
California Violets, 2!^, 3 and 4 in.
Asparagns Plumosas, 4 and 5 In.
When Writing Mention Florist;
A. S. MAG BEAN, Lakewood, New Jersey.
40,000 FIRST QUALITY FORCING ROSES
Ready (or
Immediate
Planting.^
Full; dual
WOOTTOX,
Jii.O
■ 100.
ADIAISTUM FORMOSUM, 3
. pots,
. pots,
METEORi
PERLE. SilPIl
BRinESMAIII, SAFRANO.
Only selected growth from flowering shoots usert in propagating.
:,A »KANCE. AMERICAN BEAl'TY. BELLE SIEBKECIIT
KAISERIN A. v., S>rNSET._ BON SLLEXE, MEK.MET,
EVENDEN BROS. Williamsport, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
tJONTIER. MME. HOSTE.
:h pots, $7.00 per 100. 4 inch pots, $10,110 per lUO.
J. L. 3DILL03Sr. Blooii3.st)vi.i:-g, Fa.
FOR BENCHING.
Lady Fitzwygram,
on, Marqo
Glory of Pacifl
tuuin Bride, \vm. aimpson. j^^.uu per lov.
de Mont-
Yellow Queen. Geo. W. Chllds.
, Felix Perrin. Mutual Friend, Fink
, Lady Piayfair, Georgienne Bram-
50,000 BRIDE IND BRIDESMAID! so,iioo |£;'
From 21/2 inc
From 31/3 inc
Fine large 3V;
.$2 50 per 100; $20.00?
.$4,00 per 100; $36,110 (
■lOiC
TERMS Cash
cli GE« AKJIl'MS, readv for 4
r of Golden Gate and Ntptietos,
g SMILAX Pl^ANXS, $l.,io per 100.
THE NATIONAL PLANT CO., Dayton, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
hall, E. DailledG
Deduct 50c. per
Bloodgood,
& COMPLETE LINE OF NOVELTIES FOR -97
Anemones. Pompon Anemones, Pompons,
Send list of wants for lowest cash price.
PHILADELPHIA ROSES
Strictly first-class, clean stock, in 3 inch pots.
Meteor and Bridesmaid — ii^in*
MYERS & SAMTMAN, Wyndmoor, Chestnut Hill, Phlla., Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
E^^Siil!!"^ AMERICAN BEAUTIES.
Cleaned Out.
We are cleauod out of salable st
yrur paper. We intend to prepare c
when we give you nur advertisemei
run it right through the year
EVERITT k 1N8ALL.
Hackettstown, N. J., July
C. YOUNG & SONS' CO., - 1406 Olive Street, St. Louis.
I Florists' Exchange
682
The F^i-orists' Exchange.
Providence, The Convention City. The Evans Challenge Cup.
Exclusivtiy a Tradt Papar.
Entired at New York Post Office as Second Clasi Matte'
Published EVERY SATURDAY by
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of the following Saturday.
Rate, 81.00 per Inch. Special
extra. Discounts on contracts of (
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Orders tromunknownpartiesi "
panied by (
■ satisfactory references.
Contents.
American Carnation Society . . .687
AMERICAN Dahlia Society . . .686
Carnations 687
Changes in Bdsiness 687
Chrysanthemdms 679
Correspondence 691
Evans Challenge Cup, (lllus.) . . .683
Experiment Stations 679
Fire Insdrance 682
Formalin as a Fdnqicide .... 682
New York to Providence . . . .682
Providence, The Convention City. . 683
QCESTION Bo.\ 686
S. A. F. Convention Program . . . 680
Seed Trade Keport .... 678-9
Sweet Pea Novelties OF 1897 . . .677
Sweet Pea Tests, Bdrpee'sIIIIus.) . . 678
Tariff, The New 683
Trade Notes :
Boston, New York, Philadelphia . . 083
Providence, Toronto, Wilkesbarre . 684
Baltimore, Washington . . . .685
Chicago, New Orleans . . . .688
Brooklyn, Cincinnati, Rochester, St.
Paul, St. Joseph, Mo 691
Victoria Medal OF Honor . . .683
For the Busy Man.
The method of distribution of free seed, to
be adopted by the Government next year, will
■ ' ' '" ' * -I years— through
September 21 and 22 i
The recent inclement weather has had very
injurious effects on the seed crops both at
home and abroad. So great has been the loss
to individual growers in England, that the aid
of the government has been applied for to
save the growers from ruin.
E. S. Harnden, seed-purchasing agent for the
Government has resigned. He is succeeded
by Captain Whittleton.
Thee
called to t
Carnation Society; see page 687.
New York to Providence.
It is expected that the committee of the
I'lorists' Club will be able to get special
accommodation from the Providence Line
Steamboat Company. The fare to Provi-
dence and back will be ^ ; and on the
return journey, on Friday, August 20, the
ipany
will
all likelihood make
special call at Newport, to pick up dele-
cates, the boat arriving there at 9 p. M.
This concession will obviate the necessity
of the members returning to Providence
and also provide for a longer stay in New-
port. The committee hopes to have this
matter in definite shape before next week's
issue.
With the approach of the annual con-
ention of the.S. A. F., wliich, this year,
fill be held with the Florists and Gar-
dener's Club of Rhode Island, at Provi-
dence, all eyes naturally turn toward the
citj' of Roger Williams in hopes of ob-
taining a stray glance to Indicate what
is going on there in preparation for this
great event. It is the intention of the
l".x( HA.Mii;, from now until the conven-
tion, to give its readers a ft w glimpses
uf this beautiful city, so that upon the
arrival of the members of the guild they
nuiy be the better acquainted with this,
the' second city of New England.
Everybody knows the history of the
foundation "of Providence; hovr Roger
Williams, banished from Plymouth
Colony, Mass., on account of his free re-
ligious belief, embarked in his birch bark
L-auoe and paddled across the Seekouk
River, Anally landing on the west shore
where he was welcomed by the Indians,
from whom he purchased a tract of land
and called it Providence, in grateful re-
membrance of "God's merciful provi-
dence to him in his distress." Other fu-
gitives from religious oppression joined
him, the colony grew and prospered, its
limits of boundary increased, and from
so humble a beginning in 1636 it has
grown to a city of about 140,000 popu-
lation, and is one of the great industrial
centers of the United States. Because of
the great variety of its manufactures,
lees disaster has befallen it during the
years of financial distress, from which
"the country is at the present time rally-
ing, than almost any other city in the
Union. And yet, the stranger who walks
its streets for the first time does not no-
tice much in the appearance of the city
to lead him to suppose that he is in the
midst of a " perfect bee hiveof industry."
A purely commercial town, the place
seems to the chance visitor to be, unless
one has the curiosity to inquire carefully
as to the secret sources of the wealth
that is so plainly proclaimed.
Providence is situated almost at the
head of navigation on Narragansett Bay,
and has an area of l^.'i square miles,
with 121.70 miles of streets. One of the
best places from which to get a view of
the city is Prospect Terrace, a little park
near the summit of Prospect Hill, on the
east side of the river. From this point
the central portion of the city, where the
business is mainly transacted, lies to the
southward. The principal buildings of
the city stand out in bold relief, the City
Hall, Butler Exchange, Narragansett
Hotel, Banigaco and Industrial Trust
Buildings, being the most conspicuous
To the southwest, almost directly at the
foot of the hill, is the busy scene which
marks the rapid development of the ex-
tensive railroad terminal facilities which,
when completed early in 1898, will place
Providence on a par with any city in the
country as regards railroad facilities.
Here also is to be seen in course of con-
struction the two million five hundred
thousand dollar State House of white
marble, and the handsome new State
Normal School in terra-cotta. Rising up
on either side from these lowlands are
hillsides bristling with large manufac
turing industries.
To the southward of the depot site lies
the most densely populated part of the
city ; spires of churches are seen shooting
up' here and there, huge school houses
thrust their solid walls of modern archi
teetural grandeur upward from the hills,
and a lew monster gasometers, with
the great domes that give such an
oi-iental appearance to the landscape,
stand out prominently against the quiet
sky.
UnlikemostAmerieancities, Providence
has but few blocks of tenement houses.
Apart fromeachotherand overshadowed
by waving branches, stand the homes of
the great mass of her citizens. Almost
like a forest appears the portion of the
city which is occupied by dwelling houses,
to one who looks upon it from the
"Terrace."
Next to her industries the citizens of
Providence take especial pride in thefine,
extensive and increasing system of pub-
lic parks. Of these the most important
are: Roger Williams, Davis, Tockwot-
ton, Hayward, Washington and several
others scattered about the city. Provi-
dence needs, perhaps, fewer large public
parks and breathing spaces than any
city of its size in the Union ; for, situated
as it is upon a number of steep hills and
gentle slopes, nearly all parts are open
to the influence of the salt breezes from
the harbor and bay.
Next week I will present a few facts
concerning Roger Williams Park.
W. H. Mason.
Our illustration is reproduced from a
photograph of the cup presented by the
Quaker City Mathiue Co. (J. A. Evans),
Richmond, Ind., to be competed for by
the florists' bowling clubs at the annual
conventions of the S. A. F. The cup has
to be won twice by the same club before
becoming the property of the winners.
It is valued at $100, and was first rolled
for at the Cleveland convention, where
was captured by the Buffalo team
ith a score of 2,565.
Fire Insurance.
A topic of discussion, and one that is
likely to create a great deal of enthusiasm
the forthcoming Providence conven-
1, will be the subject of Fire Insurance
on Greenhouses. So far, the efforts of
the committee appointed to Inquire into
the subject, have not met with a degree
of success compatible with the time and
labor that has been expended in connec-
tion with the matter, nor has the result
been at all satisfactory to the committee
itself. Their work of compilation of facts
has also been hindered to a very great
extent by the apathy of the general
trade, and the failure of the owners of
greenhouses to furnish the data sought
by the committee. This has also been a
discouraging factor.
Now, however, that the subject of fire
insurance has again been ventilated, and
what is said to be a feasible plan present-
ed, we would like to call the attention
of every one interested to the fact that
the practicability or non-practicability
of said plan can only be learned from a
thorough and intelligent discussion, and
to tliat end a large gathering is neces-
sary, and will doubtless be in attendance
at Providence to deal with the subject.
We are also pleased to learn that
Mr. John G. Esler, one of the committee
on Fire Insurance appointed by the S. A.
F., is at present working upon what he
considers a practical plan of Are insur-
ance, which will likely be embodied in
the reijort of the committee to be pre-
sented at Providence.
The New Tariff Bill.
The following are the provisions of the
new tariff bill affecting the trade as fixed
by the conference committee's report,
which will go into effect on the passage
of the act :
Dutiable.
Beans, 45c. per bushel of 60 pounds.
Onions, 40c. per bushel.
Garlic, Ic. per pound.
Pease, green, in bulk, barrels, sacks or
similar packages, 40c. per bushel.
Pease, dried, 30c. per bushel.
Pease, split, 40c. per bushel of 60
pounds.
Pease, in cartons, papers, etc., le. per
pound.
Orchids, palms, dracaenas, crotons and
azaleas, 25c. per cent, ad valorem.
Tulips, hyacinths, narcissi, jonquils,
lilies, lilies of the valley, and all other
bulbs, bulbous roots or cornis which are
cultivated for their fiowers, 25 per cent,
ad valorem.
Natural flowers of all kinds, preserved
or fresh, suitable fordecorative purposes,
2.5 per cent, ad valorem.
Stocks, cuttings or seedlings of Myro-
bolan.plum, Mahaleb or Mazzard cherry,
3 years old or less, per 1,000, 50c. and
15 percent, ad valorem.
Stocks, cuttings or seedlings of pear;
apple, quince and the St. Julien plum,
three years old or less, and evergreen
seedlings, per 1,000, $1, and 15 per cent,
ad valorem.
Rose plants, budded, grafted or grown
on their own roots, 2'/ic, each.
Stocks, cuttings and seedlings of all
fruit and ornamental trees, deciduous
and evergreen shrubs and vines, manetti,
multiflora and brier rose, and all trees,
shrubs, plants and vines, commonly
known as nursery or greenhouse stock,
not specially provided for in this Act, 25
per cent, ad valorem.
Potatoes, 25c. per bushel of 60 pounds.
Castor beans or seeds, 25c. per bushel
of 50 pounds.
Flaxseed or linseed and other oil seeds
not specially provided for in this Act,
25c. per bushel of 56 pounds.
Poppy seed, 15c. per bushel.
Seeds of all kinds not specially pro-
vided for in this Act, 30 per cent, ad
valorem.
Free List.
Moss, seaweeds, and vegetable sub-
stances, crude or unmanufactured, not
otherwise provided for in this Act.
Palm nuts and palm nut kernels.
Plants, trees, shrubs, roots, reed canes
and seeds imported b.v the Department
of Agriculture or the United States Bo-
tanic Garden.
Seeds: Anise, caraway, cardamon,
cauliflower, coriander, cotton, cummin,
fennel, fenugreek, hemp, hoarhound.
hum or cane for seed : bulbs and bulbous
roots, not edible and not otherwise pro-
vided for; all flower and grass seeds; all
the foregoing not specially provided for
in this Act.
It is hardly probably that a vote will
be reached before next week. Meantime
importers are hustling securing supplies.
We understand pressure has been brought
to bear on the Bermuda Steamship Com-
pany to have the steamer Orinoco, laden
to her utmost capacity with a cargo of
bulbs, cleared to-dav, before the passage
of the Act.
The Victoria Medal of Honor.
A Victorian medal of honor in horti-
culture has been instituted by the Royal
Horticultural Society of England as a
memento of theQueen's Diamond .Jubilee.
It will be awai-ded to persons who have
rendered distinctive Kei-vicc to the cause
of hcrticultniv in ,uiy of itK numerous
branches— hot :i Hist K, cult iv.-itoiK, hybrid-
izers, introductTK of novelties and writers
are equally eligible, and not more than
sixty medalists shall exist at one time.
The society has selected the following
gentlemen to receive this distinction, the
majority of whom are well-known in
.\iuerica. The honor conferred has the
distinct sanction and approval of Her
Majesty :
Baker, J. G. Maries, C.
Ballour, Professor. Mclndoe, James.
Barr, P. Milner, H. E.
Barron, A. F. Molyneux, Edwin
Beale, E. J. Monro, G.
Boxall, Win. Moore, F. W.
Bull, W. Morris, Dr.
Bunyard, G. Nicholson, G.
Burbidge, F. W. O'Brien, J.
Crump, W. Paul, G.
Dean of Rochester, I'aul, W,
The Aery Rev. the Rivers, T. F.
I>ean, R. Rothschild, the Hon.
Dickson, G. (Chester). Walter.
D'Ombrain, Sander, F.
Rev. H. H. Schroder, Barrm.
Druery, C. T. .Seden, J.
Dunn, Malcolm. Sherwood, N.
Ellacombe, Rev. Smith, J. (of Ment-
Canon. more).
Elwes, H. J. Smith, Martin R.
Foster,ProfessorM. .Speed, H.
Eraser, J. (Wood- Sutton, Arthur.
ford). Thomas, Owen.
Gordon, G. Thompson, W. (Ips-
Heal, J. wich).
Henslow, Rev. Pro- Thomson, D. (Drum-
fessor. lanrig.)
Herbst, H. Turner, H.
Hooker, Sir J. D. Wilmott. Miss.
Horner, Rev. F. Wilson, G. F.
Hudson, J. Wollev-Dod, Rev. C.
Jekyll. Mies. Wright, J.
Kay, Peter. AAythes, G.
Laing, John.
Formalin as a Fungicide.
In view of the beneficial reeulte that
have attended the use of formalin for the
prevention of the fungoid disease known
as potato scab, reported in a recent
bulletin issued by the Purdue University
Experiment Station, Lafayette, Ind., we
wrote to Dr. .\rthur regarding the
efficacy of formalin as a fungicide, in its
relation to diseases of greenhoueeplante,
and have received the under-noted reply :
"I think that little can be expected of
formalin as a fungicide, except where
there can be a rather long inunereion.
So far as we have tested it, spraying has
no effect upon such fungi as surface niil-
, dews. The vapor of formalin, of which
much has been said, promises to be of no
\ value In this direction, and in general
the use of the vajjor as a germicidal
I disinfectant lias been nuicli overrated.
Formalin as a tiingicide Is likely to prove
of limited application, but where It can
be need It promises to be of exceptional
value."— J. C. Arthur.
July 24, 1897.
The Pi-orists* Exchtingi
683
New York.
Wholesale Market.
;iioi:ial gradeK of
cents each was
■11 in shape,
ind L. l;ini-i((i
is .ill Hint is to be ween,
■I -liiixrs Icink desolate.
1 \\\U- .ire rusticating in
\V, M( riitt are workiiiR-
tins J. •'■ Mon-
* in town this
as being very
tes. Numerous
nidold ones be-
Philadelphia.
I tliecUib meeting
rite route seems
York, thence by
liere has
rk, some
scarce tlie past week.
ClubOullnit.
Tliis event will take
noming on July Ml ; the
an excellent programme p
teraoon and evening.
thhinKTrlp.
k fisldng trill, atwli
ciling.
Dowling fonteat.
k great amoiin
■,uv using 1
three balls.
FIRST CLASS.
Kwbt. Kift
W.J. Baker
D.T. Conuor...
I. Kennedy. .. .
Geo. Anderson.
BECONl) CLASS.
John Westcott .
Wm. CraiK
John Walker ...
J. W. Colflesh...
K. Adelbertjer...
D. D. L. Parson .
H. Dumnnt
vi. K. Harris....
Geo. Campbell...
John Burton....
TBIKD CLASS.
John McLean.
K. Keinle
F. Ehret
W. Gibson....
K. Hahman....
H. Kreinberg
D. ttust
0. Moss
W. Kohler....
C. W. Ciix
II. H. necker
w. P. Eaton..
Gracey
C. DavU
Market Notf^s.
Boston,
as busini
but the
.Most of
nd will have returned tliornui
rated before the convention nn
11 welcome their friends with
ility for which the East is noti
Ion.
'he c'xhibition at Horticult
1st Saturday was rather sliii
effect was desired, owing to
Kah-cif the few days prec<'il
interesting spt
Change of Firm.
Jchn T. lUi
the first day of .1
Xympha'a alba
has achieved a well-caiiii'd irpiiLi
one of the best bullinri.w . IS in tl
and the trade gener.ill\ will \n- |.lr
hear of his success, and hniiithiit
do as well for himself as he has
employer.
1 Branch EaUblUhmtnt.
The tendency to accommod:
Back I!ay trade is tiirtlier evideiici
thing is expected to be ready for (icon
pancy by October first.
Notu.
W. H. Elliott, of .\sparaguB plumo
sus nanus tame, has been spending a fev
enough to nu*et him were more than
pleased to know from occular evidence
that he had so far recovered from his
long illness.
.\lthough the failure of the Eolker con-
cern does not financially affect any one in
this section, unbounded sympathy is ex-
pressed for them by the trade generally.
Index to Advertisers.
Aaparagus
ElUottWmH 691
MacBean AS 6S1
Morkel s Son 6J7
Seawanbaka G'h'aes. 687
Vincent K Jr & Sons 686
Merkel O & Son
Auction Sales
McCarthy N F4 Co.
Brcion
I B & Son .
Doyle
Bulbaand Roote
Bailor FA 685
BergerHH &O0.... 676
ClucaBfcBoddlngton 676
Ellla t FoUworth... 691
Qermaln Fi-uit Co... 676
Bros.... 676
Ouwerkerk P...
Plerson P B Co .
i.ohmllzFW O.
.JM&Oo. 6-
Van Boutte Lonli... 6
Vaughan'B Seed Store 6
Baaincaa Caril*
Harrison John 6S1
Hopp k. Lemke 681
Monsf FQ 681
Renard Job 681
Taylor E J 681
Chrysanthemuma
Beckert T F 6S1
Cottage Gardens 67B
Elsele 0 .
Evenden Broa
Uackett John & Co.
Merkel C & Son
Miirphey R H
Baker WJ
Dumont&Co
Ellison Wm
Ellis* PollBworth..
Ford Bros
Hoffmann HA 1
Horan EC 1
llllnolBCutFlowerCo I
Kaating Wm F. ... I
hiding aiuoiig other
Cottage Gardens 675
Dorner F & Sons Oo. 681
Doyle J A 684
Eiuuialls Geo M 681
Hanoook 4 Bon.
Lynch WE 690
McCarthy N F * Oo. fifil
UoEellar Cbas W... 69
MIUangF 69U
N t Out Flower Oo, 69 •
Pennook Samuel S. 69i»
Purdy
Sheridan W F 69i)
at, Louis Out Fl Co. 091
Suuderbrucb HLCo. 690
Welch Bros
6ni
Prlmnlas
6S6
Cunningham J H.... 679
Yonng John
69u
Hughes Geo J 684
I y. lanien
R.iii.erafors
Si-.iwanhaka G'htes
.■,87
Chocolate Cooler Oo. 692
Daiiiia..
Rosea
Cottage Gardens...
Cook, J 681
Peacock WP
679
'ZTJ.''::...:-::.Z
F;m mans. Geo M ... 6sl
Kvergr.^n. Cut
ColUnsThoB
691
Jackson & Perkins
tUiOLt Wm H
Germain Fruit Co..
6?6
l'::^ll^k-:v:. 'Z
KeTr Wm
C91
Myers SSamtman.. 681
691
Natl Plant Co 681
UckBeckerC
Baker OhaaF 685
Baller.FA 685
Decker Fred C 68 i
Cottage Gardens 676
Doyle J A 681
DreerH'y A 68;
EUiabetl. NursCo... 6i.i
t-venden Broa 6S1
Hales U W 683
Heibs J B 6S1
Uesser W J 085
Hoyle A W (187
PltcberiManda 616
Hoebrs Julius 686
Scott Jno 686
Siebrecbtft Sons... 67|
Van Houtle Louis... (jSa
Williams- Wilson Co. 686
Wittbold Geo 686
Wliterstaetter B 695
Ferllllzcrs
Abernethy Wm 893
American Jadoo Co. 688
McCartbyN.F.iOo. t,9
Rolker i Sons Aug. C7!
Syracuse Pottery Oo 6^1
WhlUdln Pottery Oo 6fc:
PiuK Plains
Conard & Jones Co.. 68
Hargadine EC .. .. 68
CarmodyJD 688
Chadborn- Kennedy
Oo 688
Ooldwell-Wllcoi Oo. 6 8
Oowen's N Sona 689
Dletsch A 4 Oo 6s9
KayWmH 689
Lookland Lumber Co 688
Lord & Bnmham Oo ''89
John O Oo 688
Pierce F O Oo t
Plenty's Horticul-
tural Works (
Quaker City Machine
Co f
Stearns A T Lumber
Oo (
Wolf A Q » Bro (
Wood Gla-ssCo (
Second Hand (
Cottage Gardens...
Doyle J A
National Plant Co..
Greenlloaaes.
Store., etc.
For Sale. To Lease ...
Hydrangeas
Bin iugSJ 687
Hackett Joiin jlico'.'. 681
Inaeotlcidea ami
Fungltldea
Joosten OH 692
Louisville Tob'ooOo fi92
Skaboura Dip Co.... 6!l'i
spa
Weeber * 1
Trees. Km It
Ornamenial
Jacksou ii Perkins
PuUen Alex 681
Storrs k Harrison Co 684
Brown Peter 679
Cunningham JH.... 679 1
Herr Albert M 679 |
Siebrecht & Sons... 676
WiufeiiL-h Chr 681
Wcod Bros 681
Young C & Sons Co.. 081
Seeda
Berger U H &Co..
Brown Peter
Burpee WA f
hlliotl Wm * Sons. 676
Faust H Q * Oo 679
Germain Fruit Co. . . 676
Herr AM 679
JenulnesKB 679
McAlllsterFECo... 676
Prunty Coas E 676
Roemer Fred 679
Bupp JF 679
Shepherd MrsTB.. 67(
Thorbu'rn J MS Co. 6Ti
Weehar.VDOTi 671
Woodbury D B 67!
ZirngiebelD 671
Slirnbs, Flowe
I Oni
al.
Jackson t PerkinsCo 681
Ouwerkerk P. . 6R4
Van Houtte Louis... 686
Sinllai Plant-.
Bailer FA 685
Betscher Bros 685
Kraber WG
LiehschPaul
National Plant Co.
Schneider Fred
Reqoisitea
Bayersdorfer H iCo 692
Boston Letter t o .. . 692
Eennlcott Bros C
KuehnOA 691
Littlefleld HP 692
LongU B .. 69i
Marshall 4 Ellis .. 692
Reed » Keller.
Rloe M * Oo 692
Sutherland Geo A. . . 691
Welch Bros 692
Tools, etc.
Eslor J G k A 692
Littlefleld H P 692
Pierce PC Oo r.89
ScollayJ A 692
Vegetable Plant.
Hargadine EC 684
Hughes, Geo. J 684
Grossman C M 0.84
Pullen Alei fSI
Rimby Horace 684
Schmidt JO 4 Oo... 68t
Schuur P J 684
Vincent R Jr * Son. 684
68S
VInra andCIImlx • .
EieeleJO «S«
Jackson ftPerklnsCo 681
Kadloti J 095
Ouwerkerk P 684
Violets
B>lio(liclG H 687
Boulon Kd (184
Chlniil.-k WJ 687
Km minis Geo M 681
MacBean AS 681
Monao PG f84
Renard Joa rS4
Kussrll M 687
Wood Bros 681
684
The Florists' Exchange.
STORRS & HARRISON CO., ohio.
Wholesale Nurserymen and Florist
Ornamental Trees,
l-U^J-o^r
annually. Trade
When Writing Meiit
NEWGANNAS THE CONARD& JONES CO.
LOGAN BEHRIES
FOR FALL DELIVERY. Ask for price list later.
Wrltlns Mention Florists' Exchange
HAVE YOUR COLLECTIONS MADE
THROUGH THE
HtTIONiL FLORISTS' BOARD OF TRADE,
271 BROADWAY, NEW YORK.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CARNATIONS ^
Partia, l.i;
Ttaoa. Cart
VIOLETS
ady Campbell
rooted cutLiOKS. $1.50 per 100; 110.00 per 1000.
JOSEPH RENARD, Unionville, '"ct" Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VIOL-ETS
Very healthy, Marie Louise, fleld-grown,
stocky plants, $;i0.00 per 1000.
Also CART>JA.TIONS, tor Fall delivery,
Scott, McGowan and Daybreak, clean plants.
F. G. MENSE, Glen Cove, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
YJOLiTS MY mmm
All flrst-class plants. Orders r-icelved nnw
tor fall planting Marie Louise, Lady
Campbell, S-waiiley liVliite, Far-
qutaar, Princesse de Galles, Cali-
fornia. Price on application.
FERD. BOUI.ON, Sea CUfl. I,. I., N. V.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
2c. GERAmUMS 2c.
hydrangea" OTAKSA ^ MO^NSTROSa! This
splendid stocli for next season, $3.00 per 100.
Per 100
COLEUS, best varieties $1 50
UMBRELLA PLANT 2 50
FLOWERING BEGONIAS, good
assortment 2 50
CARNATIONS, well pstalillshed potted plants
in thefollowinsf: Fred Doruer, MoGowau,
Mrs. Harrison, Elizabeth Kevncilds, Portia,
$1.50 per 100. Eldorado and Helen Keller,
$3.60 per 100. Cash with order.
JOHN A. DOYLE, SPRINGFIELD, OHIO.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Ttiis Slock iQust iQove
PRIMULl OBComci.
Very fine plants, some in bloom, 3 ii
pots ,
Begonia Kex. 10 vars., 3 in., fine..,
('yclamen GlgaDteiim. 3 In
Giant California Dainy* strong,
GEORGE J. HU6HES, Barlin.N.J.
When Writine Mention Floris
Excha
CELERY PLANTS. IJ^l!i,n^or.r'r.%ro
oUut out, $100 per 1000. CABBAUE PLANTS,
t'lat Du'ch.Late Drumhead nnd Refl. $1 per 10(0; JR.OO
perlClOO J.C.MCHMIDT&CO.Briatol.Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Strong and
Stocky.
»9 00
CELERYSSII
Satisfaction and Special Low Ex. Rates Guaranteed.
Most Practical Booli on Celery GrowinB, 75 cts.
PETER J. SCHUUR, Kalamazoo, Mich.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CELERY PLANTS
C. in. GROSSMAX.
^Volcottville, Ind.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Providence.
Bu&IncsN Dull.
There is little or no business at the
present time excepting an occasional
funeral order and a little transient trade
on sweet peas and pond lilies. The
former, wliieh had been in great abun-
dance up to last week have now become
quite scarce, owing to the beating down
of the vines by the lieavy rains and g.'iles
of a week ago. .Vsti'i-K are ninkini: tlieif
appearance. Pond lilies find re:idy k.iIc
on the street corneiH at 1 lie. per diizi-ii,
but these flowers arc n(d hnmlled by the
regular stores. The latter do, however,
handle a few pink lilies from the Cape,
which retail for 15c. each.
The Coii7..nlion.
The coming convention of the
S. A. F., so far as the arrangeinents of
the local club are concerned, bids fair to
be one of the best in its history. The
general and sub-committees have all
buckled down to hard work witli an
earnestness .and willingness that aufiurs
success. The committee has arranged
its programme in such a way that the
business sessions and discussions of tlie
convention will not be interfered with,
but there will be no idle moments. An
auxiliarv committee of ladies has lieeii
appointed, and they will see that the
ladv visitors are royally entertained.
Witli tlie time SCI broken by the hours of
luisiiirKS. it lias l)een found impossible
bv the oommiltee to place such an enter-
tainment as they would have wished,
but they have endeavored to make it mh
diversified as possible, so that all might
be suited, and yet have it different from
conventions in other cities.
There will be thecustomary presidents
reception and the bowling and shout ihl;
tournaments. Teams have lieen ciru.m
ized from the local club in both of tins,-
events, and the members are in constiint
practice in order to make a good sli.iw
ing. Handsome prizesare being arraiii;r,l
for, and everything being done tor the
convenience and comfort of the jKirli
cipants.
The trade exhibit in Itusic Hall will be
above the stanilard, and tlie Hp;ic{^ i.s
about alltaken. Su|ierinteiiilc iit ( 'li.ippell
I has laid out the hall to the utmost ad-
I vantage, and an excellent display is
assured.
1 The festivities of the week will be
j crowned on Friday, when the members
of the convention and the local club be-
come the guests of the Newport liar-
' deners' Club. The local chili li.is eli;ir-
, tered one of the largest ami fiisteht
1 steamers on the bay for the trip to the
!!SO,OOOIIELEIiYPLIl|ITS
Golden Dv«-arf, Wlilte Plume, and
Giant Pascal, .'iOcts. periuo; wl.75 per
lUUO. Uultivattd and strong. Send lOcts. tor
sample. Cash with order.
HORACE RIMBY, Collegeviile, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
the
ROOTED CUTTINGS.
Rex Begonia
Vin
Lemon Verbena 1 25
Snow Crest Daisy 2 00
Double Gen. Grant Geranium 1 25
Mt. Snow Geranium 2 00
Mrs. Pollock Geranium 2 00
Hydrangea, Pink and White 2 00
Per 100
.. $t 00
Rex Begonia, 2), inch
" " 3 •' (j 00
Viiica var., 2i inch 2 50
Snow Crest Daisy, clumps 4 00
Mrs. Pollock Gei-anium, ii inch . . 4 00
Oyperus Alternifoliiis, 4 Inch 6 00
Cineraria. 2S inch 3 00
Primroses, 2J inch 3 00
Terms Cash i
C. O. D.
GREENE & UNDERHILL, Watertown, N.Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VEGETABLE PLANTS
Sure Head, Late Flat Dutch, Premium Flat
Dutch, Late Drumhead, Mammoth Book
Ked and Drumhead Savoy. Field grown;
16c. per 100 : $1.00 per 1000 ; $8 60 per 10,000.
CELERY— Dwarf Golden Heart. Qolden
Self Blanching, Giant Pascal. New Hose,
White Plume and Giant Parque CeleriHC.
150. per 100; $1.00 per 1000; $8.50 per 10.000.
Casb witti order.
R.VINGENT JR. i SON, White Marsh, Md.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VEGETABLE PLANTS
All sirong, well rooted plants, of
standard varieties.
100 1000
Celery, strong, well-rooted $0 20 $1 60
Celery, ordinary 15 100
Pepper 25 2 00
Caullflo'wer .
Samples for Stamp.
E. C. HARGADINE, Felton, Del.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ner known only to Rhode Islanders.
Not the leiist interesting of the features
of this trip will be the privilege of in-
spection of some of the famous grounds
and ciHiservatories of the wealthy resi-
dents. W. H. M.ASON.
PEACH AND PLUM TREES ,,eE?^k£4^
fruiting
Triumpu, (*reeosboro, and i^neeu rruiting.
Buds can be supplied in season fit low rates.
Very large stock of PLUI»l TREES all on plum
roots, one and two years. Buds can be supplied of
these also, either from nurseries or orchard trees.
Have all the leading Japanese varieties. Abundance,
Burbank, Chabot. Satsuma. WllJard an I ot..ers;
al.'-othe new RedJuneand Wlckson m good supply.
Usual supply also of Asparatciitii Root-- to offer.
ALEXANDER PULLEN.Milford Nurseries Milford, Del.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
P. OUWERKERK,
1 1 23 Summit Ave., Jersey City, N.J.
Just received from our Holland
Nurserisa :
RHODODENDRONS, AZALEAS,
SPIRJEA JAPONICA, LILIUM SPECIOSUm,
P/EGNIES, BLEEDING HEART,
POT GROWN LILACS, HYDRANGEA IN SORTS
CLEMATIS and H. P. ROSES, m the best sortF
PRICES MODERATE.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Toronto.
Above alt., ha
seasonable. To be
changed often.
prove
1 some-
n's a lit-
e Wei
c there
1 flow
IS, but
S\\ 1
■t peas
good ;
lut .1f8
<.t g(
iierally
llTe.-til
gtliem
ilsd a
a and
its V
irieties
Many
■rested
■«■ t..
iiost of
tinues in bloom all summer, it is a priitit-
able thing to grow lor cheap cut flowers.
OurOuliiii.
the hrst
rty sjjent
id most of
Mr. Vair
leen found
ill such a
The Uiiff-
.11 stated
I different
iig in the
liave not
isanarea
lie rustic
ide under
lie wood
stimmer-
Wilkesbarre. Pa.
Iu.\ G. M.\
store; tlie ceil
plate glass.
Hired a fine
ire lined with'
stylisli of its
ni liter a soda
unction with
cut tiiiwets. Mr. .Marvin is of the opin-
ion Ihat tiie town will apprecitite this
actiuisitioii ; he has liiitl considerable ex-
perience in this line.
W. M. Eldriiioe & Co. will not add to
their plant this season. Mr. Humphrey
reports a good trade, but believes rather
in running a little short sometimes on
supplies than having a surplus to dis-
pose of. Undoubtedly, the season has
been a variable one, yet, especially in
towns of this size, the surplus of stock,
if any, is smaller this year than usual,
which should be congratulatory.
W. M.
Elmira, N. Y.
HoFFM.\N Bros, are to the front with
cannas in tliis locality; the demand for
these has been better this season than
Ii. 1'. It.^wsoN is a very busy man, and
it agrees with him. Running his big-
place gives him little leisure: the capital
stock produced slinws rinse .itteiition.
of
siiler.-ihly. \ii.lets 1. luli as promising as
ever: ilie systi'iii nf sl.it houses proves
ni.ist saiisiaitdiy. Mr. liawson will be
with lis at Coll vent ion : doubtless, some-
thing ori'-'inal and for the good of the
order will be forthcoming from him.
W. M.
July 2^. 1897.
THB I=5I-0RISXS' EXCHT5NGE.
685
Washington.
plant.-
been n
his c.il
fppt hi;
newBi
uper in
Agrifi
quests.
finds!
.lillicn
from
vliicli t
Iiare 8
feniliif;:
thev
vill luK
tlieir 1
Mr. linsk MiH
secret
viPK of
5 Kone on lonK
lartinentto give
ling the cultiva-
tree instead of
tion of the caniph.
furniBhing the plants.
The Ui>lrlliotion ufseidii.
Some time ago it was re
that Secretary Wilson would ord
turn to the ol'd method of imtting-
seeds at tlu- Department, lint o\\
tliein«ntHci..nt appi-npri-itioii it i-
that tliiti cannot Ih- d..nc duiii
present iUi:\\ year. 'Jlii- .-ippnip
ing seeds ami .'pi.'o.oiiii t,, ^v.\\- tlir
distrihuti.ni. (H\iii- to ihi.K I
funds, tliii-l\' .lisiiiisH.ils h.ivi- 1 1
I understand that it is Secretary
Wilson's intention to make important
changes in several of the divisions shortly.
G. W. Oliveh.
Baliimore.
ThiWcalli.
We are having an e.xceptional spell
of 1
vind, has do
ther. The rain, together with
great damage
IDjRJEEBL'S SPECIAL OFP^ER
ARAUCARIA EXCELSA. Norfolk Island Pine.
We have an uiuisuall? larg-e stocli of fine plants <.f this beautiful decorative plant, eBpecially
nf the small arui medium sizes, for which the demand is always certain.
fiQ.pots. 6to Sins, high, 2 to 3 tiers, $1) 60 each. 1 n in. pots, 12to Uins. high, 3 tiers $126
1 50
7in.pots,32to24in8.high,4to5tiers, $3 00 each.
ARAUCARIA EXCELSA GLAUCA.
inehoshigh, 3 tlerj, $1 2.5 each. 7 in, pots, IS to 20 inches high, 4 tiers, $2 .lOeach.
FERNS.
: Ferns is now in excellent condllion for potting up into threes for use in fern
Lastrfii Chrysfdoba, Ln
1 off in open frames. We offer only the best commercial i
n, Adiantum Puhescenp, Cyrtomium Falcatum, Davallia Strict;
aGibha and Ciliata, Onjchium Japonicum, and the following va;
antoides, Creiica albo r ' "
iehnl.li anl Tremula.
100; $35 OU per 10(10.
Quarterly Wholesale List.
HENRY A. DREER. Seedsmf>n and Florist. 714 Chestnut St., Phlla., Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Excha.nge
Nephrolepis Exaltata Bostoniensis.
In large and small quantities from $40.00 to |80.00 per 1000.
MINE IS THE GENUINE STOCK.
FRED. C. BECKER, 1 730 Crmbridge Street, CAMBRIDGE, MASS.
•When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
LAXANIA BORBONICA 3 inch pots, $5 00 per 100.
TH£ ELIZABETH NURSERY COMPANY, Elizabeth, N.J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
20,000 SMILAX.
Good strong plants from 'Hi and 2 in.
potf, October sowing, $1.75 per 100;
S13.U1I per MUD. Cash with order.
PAUL LIEBSCH, W. Main St., r atavia, N.Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SMILAX!! SMILAX!!
W. T. & F. P. BUTZ,
A. CUNEATUM FERMS
la MUO pe
, 2« and
public pirkx. Hooding and uprooting trees.
The crops are n(.t .suffering: it anything,
up to the pre5ent time, they have been
benetited by the rain. The hot weather
prevented the carnations from doing
much growing, but the rainy spell we are
now experiencing is having a beneficial
effect upon their growth, which ncj doubt
will be soft and more susceptible to the
rust.
Jottlnita.
Early shipments of Harrisii bulbs
have arrived ; the stock is poor.
Up to date the violets hereabouts show
little disease ; but the wet weather that
we are now having will probably bring on
this dreaded pest.
Sweet peas are nearly over witli us.
KiiwiN- A. Seii>i.:w i tz .
BmpeloBsislfBifiill
POT-GROWN SEEDLINGS,
$3.00 per 100; $?5.00 per 1000.
J. KiDLETZ, '^":o^'^ Dongan Hills, H.Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SHIPPERS OF CUT FLCWERS.
We -wraiit stock Rubber Plains.
THE WILLI MS-WILSOM fcO. VH^^^^l^i,.
Whpu Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FEBN PTERIS TPULf
NO-«V READY.
In excellent condition, from SM in. pots.
10 t.)13 In. high, ready to shift to 4), $3.50 per
100; jaao per lOOO.
R. WlTTERST/tTTER, Sedamsville, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FOR SALE CHEAP.
Lat
, perltJO.
. ..™i,'TS-CliotceBt colore, Scmi
; Chry§aTithemum flowerlDK. Intpnd
***TER PI
S.nHjAX— Strong plants Irom pots, $2.(jOterl(0
JOHN C. EISELE,
ZOIh & Ontado Sis.. PHILADELPHIA, PA.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
•i Dickm
1 ItubbT
600 White
Uorboii
. blRh, 8 wide.
icu, 5
• Tree, 9 tt hl'eh.
•i Lame Nighl Ulooinliig Cereua, (true)
H. W. HALES. - Ridgewood, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PANDANUS UTILIS,
in. pots, $5.00 per
Plutnosa Nana, 2W in.
1110.
Rex BeKOiiias, 13 best vurietli-s labeled,
from -i in. pots, fS.OO per 100; $29.00 per 10(10.
The above stock is well-grown, clpan and
he»lthy, and flrst-elass in every respect. Satis-
faction guarHiiteed.
A. B. DAVIS & SON, Purcellvllle, Va.
(Neak Wasiiinoton, 1). C.)
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FERNS**
Pterls Serrulata, Pleris i retlca alba.
" Densa, " Adianioldes,
" " Magnifica, Aspidium Tenemensee.
0. ychium Japonica.
S3 50 Per 100. CASH WITH ORDER.
CHAS. F. BAKER. CUea, N. Y.
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5 JULIUS ROEHRS, \
T Headquarter! for i
iPalms and Decorative Plants,
♦ RUTHERFORD, N. J, ]
4 P. 0. Address, • Csriton Hill. N. i.\
X>.^Xji]V[S
DECORATIVE PLANTS
At Oiostly Seiuotl frlcea.
stock Itir^rt and in line con-
PlalLmoulh, Keb.
Ion Florists' Exchange
FERNS
We make a specialty of small
ferns for the Fall trade.
Write for special prices on large
quantities. Order early.
JOHN SCOTT,
Florists' Exchn
PALMS
AND
FERNS.
Tht LARGEST STOCK In the West.
CHICAGO.
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SMILAX
strong plants, 2J4 inch pots $2 00 per 100 ;
$15.00 per 1000. 500 at 1000 rate.
Heliotrope, stocky plants, for benching,
3i,a inch pois, $3.50 per 100; 60 cts. per doz.
Verscliaffeltll Colens, $2.00 per 100.
Roses, 100 Dride and lOO 'Maid, 3 in. pots,
CASH, PLEASE.
W. C. KRABER,
9 Florence St., NEW BEDFORD, MASS.
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ss3vi:xxji.A.3K:
Strom plants, from pots. »2 00 per 100;
»18,00 per lOOO. Cash wilh older.
SAMUEL J BUNTING, Elmwood Ave. & 58lh St. Phlla.
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ss3vexi:.uA.2k:
35,ooo flue 2 In. Sinlla:iE,
$2.U0 per 100; $12.50 per lUOO.
BETSCHER BROS.. Can.l Dover, o.
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SMILAX!
2M Inch best of stock ready for planting.
$•2.00 per 100; |1S per 1000.
4D0LPH 6. FEHR, Belleville, Ills.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SMILAX
StroDii lieavy 1 year plant!". -.i]^. S2 60 per ItXI: Btronc
pl.nlB, 1 year old, SH. »1.1.5 per 100, $15 00 per ICOO.
N A llClSSUS-Poefa. double and slnele Von Sion
and single kinds. 7oc. per 100: »5.00 per 1000.
ADI.%NTUN REGALIS-Indlapensable for
Ooral \
,$1.00 per doE.
F. A. BALLER, Bloomington, III.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
STRONG and WELI, GROWN
SMILAX PLANTS
FRID. SCHNEIDER, Cleveland, Ohio.
751 Crawford Road.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SMILAX PLANTS
2V2 INCH POTS.
S2.00 per loo. Casta.
EDWIN A. SEIDEWITZ,
36 W. LEXINGTON ST., BALTIMORE, MD.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
AZALEAS!
(INDICA.)
9 to 10 "' '"'"'^*' *'■''■'* 'f'"}"^- t'lJS.OO per 1000
10 to 12 •; >• 2o:oo •• mm ••
12 to 14 " " 36.00 " 260.00
Utol6 " •• 30.00 ••
PALMS, Etc.
For Palms. Aspidistras, Araucarlas, etc.,
^E'lc"ra.7;/Sf"MaT!"5t''l?rd"]ri'llU"^'""''*'
BEGONIAS.
(Erect Flowering) Single Tuberous Rooted.
About 1 tnt-h diam., separate colors. $8.00 ner
lOOO ; J70.00 per 10,000. * ^
Aiiont 1 to IH inch dlam., separate cohn-s
$16.00 per 1000 ; J160.00 per 10 000.
Double Flowering.
About 1 in. diam.. separate colore, $22 per 1000.
About lij in. and above, sep. colors, $40 per 1000.
GLOXINIAS tV.,Jir.n..,
''$tSi'^er"lO,li,o" "'"'"•• "'"•'• »'«■»« P«^'«KI
^Woll; $i6"aSo' peril's.'"""- "'"'• *'"•"" "^'
Forcing and other Nursery stocks
grown in quantities.
OASH with pncklnB free, except on approved
ROYAL NURSERIES,
LOUIS VAN HOUTTE PERE,
Ghent, Belgium.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
686
SITUATIONS WANTED.
Rate, 10 oenca per line (8 worda). each In-
lertlon. CaBh with order. This rate applies only
granted adrertlaements and when let
t display. When letter
The Pi-orists' Exchange.
OITUATION wanted, by sinKl<
^ with 10 years' experience in
Grower," care Florists' Exchanp
immerclal Kreen-
Addreas "Rose
wanted by a married man. as assiat-
ower. or can take charge ; well n p In
Al reference. Addresa Wm. Uall.
VAOUNG man. 22. wants situation;
xperlence under Brat-
Qded R. Renif
POSITION wanted by a Kood fli.rlst as foreman in
■'■ large commercial place. Has long experience
and la competent, in every way to take charee. Aue
36. narrled. Full particulars
SITUATION WANTEO
'or my son wher
hla board and clothes.
Addresa. N. H.. care Florists' Exchange,
HELP WANTED.
WANTED
An A. No. 1 cut flower grower ; must under-
stand growing roses, violets, carnations,
*mums, general greenhouse plants and propa-
gating shrubberies and hardy plants. Must be
strictly honest and sober and have'
-WANTED.
A man to go to California to grow Roses
Carnations; must know his bUBinees. be up to d
and not afraid of work. Wages 136.00 per mo
MISCELLANEOUS WANTS,
WANTED.
Catalogues and Price-lists to the trade, 1 wish t,
J. L. O'QriNN & CO., FLORISTS.
Raleigh. N.C
MISCELLANEOUS.
N-OTIOOES !
Theundersianed haaremoved to Berriman Street
Llnue the rooted'
E. FRYER.
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ew Lots Road,
iitting and plant ablpping busin
TO ALL WHOM IT MAY CONCERN.
I hereby give notice that I have sold the busi-
nees which I have heretofore conducted as a
florist to John T. Butterworth of South Fra-
mingham, who will hereafter conduct 6
FOR SALE.
Thirty-tour shares stock of the A. T. De La
Mare Ptg. and Pub. Co. Ltd., at par value of
$50 a share, in block or divided. A flrst-class
Urgent, care of Florists' Exchange.
FOR SALE.
A complete line of electrotype c
and floral catalodues. Also
colored prin
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
FOR SALE.
A chance of a lifetime. A flrst-claas greenhouae
property of aboot 65.000 ft. of glaas and two acres of
ground. Located in a city of lO.OOO Inhabitants.
Steam heating plant and water aupply; well atocited
with roses, carnatlona. violets, palma. ferns, etc.
Will be sold at leas than half price, ae present owner
has other businesa that requires his personal auper-
Floristi' Exchange. " Eaay terms."
WANTED ?°,
of purchase
Scotchman with 13 years' general hortic
experience, small commercial establis
Wanted to Buy or Rent.
A Mushroom growing establishment.
Address C. Schmeeling, Mt. Kisco, N. Y.
W^ANTED TO RENT.
In the vicinity of Nevp York City, a
medium sized greenhouse plant. Address
" Garden," care of this paper.
FOR SALE-SECOND HAND.
FOR SAI.E CHEAP.
SALTER, Bochester, N. Y.
BOII KL e: FR .
y^HlS volume, which has been prepared by the foremost aquaticiilturist of the country, and to
^^ whose efforts the present growing popularity of the Water Garden is largely due, is designed
to serve as a SOUND, PRACTICAL CULTURAL HANDBOOK for amateur and professional alike.
The book will be freely illustrated with plates and illustrations in the text, and will
describe all operations, from the growing of plants in tubs to construction of the large pond,
planting, seed saving, propagation, wintering, and all other necessary details of cultivation.
ORDERS RECEIVED NOW. *-*-
T. DE LA MARE PTG. & PUI
CO., Ltd., - . - - Box 1697, New York. f
k'%^V%^%^V%'»'«^%^W%^'%%'%%%%'%/%^%^%^V%'«%'V%^%%'%/^
688
The F=lorists' Exchange.
Chirago
GREEN-HOUSE CONSTRUCTION.
This has been a specialty with us for many years and to us is
due the credit for many of the great improvements that have been
made in the construction of wooden green-houses. To those that
i buy our
Clear Cypress Building Material
we furnish, free of cost, complete detail drawings from which any
intelligent workman can put up the material correctly. We have
plenty of time to write letters ABOUT OUR BUSINESS, and we will
be glad to hear from those contemplating building.
LocKLAND Lumber Co.
FLOWER POTS
We are IHnnuracturliiK a Fall Line of
STANDARD FLOWER POTS and HANGING BASKETS
OF THE BEST QUALITY.
Addre» THE SYRACUSE POTTERY CO., 403 N. SAUNA ST., SYRACUSE,
Florists' Exchange
LOCKLAND, OHIO
> "t £K. zi d. a, z* d
■loi;v^r
*Ot5S.
8»nd for our Now Prioo LUt with omtra dUoounta. All oar Pots, from 7 In. and upwards, have
onr Patont Exoalaior Bottom, which is % great advant^e, as It Inenres perfect drainage.
A FULI< LINE OF BUL.B PANS^.
THE WHILLDIN POTTERY 00., 713 to 719 Wharton Street, PHILADELPHIA.
; Wefltalde Aves., Jersey City, N.J,
JackBon Ave. and Pearson St., Lodk Island City, N.T.
BRANCH HOU8H8:
1 FlOl
IS MUCH MORE DUafteiE THAN PINE
r-CYPREsi-^
\SASH bars!
u» TO J^ FEET <» LENGTH or LONGER. ,
GREENHOUSE
\ AND Q-rt^EB BUlLDINg MATERIAL,
SenAforourlliuatraltd BooK
CYP;|IESB UUMBERAIwfrsUjSES;
^jr SpeciftI Oreenhouai
Exchange
Erass' Inprored Challesge.
Roller bearing. lelf-olIInK devise.
automBito stop, solid link chale.
makesjhe IMPROVED CHAL.
app»-
LBNGB the mo.
Quaker City Machine Co.,
BIOHUOKD, IND.
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IK YOU -WANT
A GOOD SASH LIFT
Very Little Money Oet
For Degcriptlve Catalogue Send to
J. D. CARMODY, Evansvllle, Ind.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
IMPROVED (iUZlNfi.
J. M. GASSER'S
PBTEiiT zmc JOmTS
For Butting Glass Without Laps.
Makes a Roof .
Fuel. No Breal!
Sized Hail. Mauufactured by
J. M
101 Euclid Avenue, CLEVELAND, OHIO.
Wholesale and Retail Florist.
'Write for Prices and Circulars.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
AD. 18 olten as necessary as a
ir change of diet, and for the
keep trade andjbody healthy.
JHDOO"
X FIBRE and LIQUID are used and %
^ endorsed by the leading growers. %
^ Try them and be convinced. 4
♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦*
When-^Vrlting Mention Florists' Exchange
STANDARD ♦ POTS.
upply
superior
We are
quality of
Catalogues and price lists furnished on
application.
A. H. HEWS & CO.,
NORTH CAMBRIDCE, - MASS.
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STANDARD
FLOWER POTS
IV. H. ERNEST,
station M, N. E., WASHINGTON, D. C.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
^ Chadborn's Automatic ^
J CHADBORN, KENNEDY & CO. f
? NEWBURGH, N. Y. J
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SUMMER M WINTER
By XimXng
Standard Greenhouse Boilers
One cent |:«ta oar €atalograe.
GIBLIN & CO., . Utica, N. T.
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VALVES,
FITTINGS
Newburgh, N.
Mention paper.
have the liest
.Mc.'-SfS. KIcllIM
irotec-
, it ap-
Ii.-iliiis. I'll-., with .-111
itlii'f for
mixed bed-
I'liom was
lor iiialix- \ c-irs wit
1 .SHaviii
C. LcliKriif.'l.i.T n
Hi the 11.-
mm Bros.
.li,1 not tiliish planti
Iirysauthe-
John A. lOvHusiB
11 theeitj
fitting up
the ventilating apparatus in V
ashington
Park Conservatory.
Market llodianefd.
Then, has br(
n no Chan
fie ill Ini.si-
iifss from l:isl ivri'l
altlion^h
weather is n. 11, Ti-n..,
tillK'tn (ivcivoinc til
. It will
■effects tl
akea loliK-
at tlie hot
spell had on all das
ses of flo
vers. Car-
nations, as well as
now very
small, white (lowers
heinf^' in
lest eondi-
tioti. .Vfcw tiel,l-i;i
l.cKiiniiimroeoineii
: the del
aiid. how-
eompl.-lill ..flH.t -.-t
111- rn.ill
-;li to pay
Binghamton. N. Y.
.r. K. Tii.i.Y is the proud possessor of
a fine collection of eoniferB, wliieh ad.
his residence. Tlieseserve also as an
vertisement to the Inisiness. He believes
in tirst planting and adorninn- liis o'
jilace, thus setting ,tii exainpleinsteai
waitinguntil the season ispartially o
and putting out what culls are left in 1
houses. \V. .M
NfW Orleins.
The Plorists* Exchi^^nge.
689
LORD & BURNHAM CO.,
HORTICULTURAL ARCHITECTS AND BUIBDERS.
SXEAM AMD HOT 'WATER BEATIIXG KKIGIKEERS.
Plana and EsUmates famished on application.
ARCHITECTURAL OFFICE, 160 FIFTH AVE., COR. «!« STREET, NEW YORK.
Factoryi IrTiuKtou-on-Hudson, New York. *' *
GLASS
CALIFORNIIt RED CEDAR
A. DIETSGH a GO. 619 Sheffield Avenue, CHICAGO.
MANUFACTURERS OF
RED CEDAR AND CYPRESS GREENHOUSE MATERIAL.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
i
R&EvNHOUS^-'
LASS.
L_s^s*- <)Hfc WOOD GLASS C0>\R\-NV.
THE VAN REYPER
PERFECT GLAZIERS' POINTS
HENRY L DREER, 714 Chestnut St., Phila., Pa,
Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
STANDARD VENTILATING MACHINE.
NONE
EQUAL IT
IN
Strength
, AND
Durability
NOTHING
Flimsy
OR
Complicated
about it.
S«ia for Catalogue E. HIPPARD, YOUNGSTOWN. OHIO.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
TRADE GREENHOUSES.
THE BEST MADE.
"Florists" Get Your Plans and Estimate from
PLENTY'S HORTICULTURAL WORKS,
148-156 Randolph Ave., JERSEY CITY, N.J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Horticultural Architecture and Building.
liBEEpoDSE HEgTmii m mmwi
cture and Building.
I pitctiing^^Go
ESTABLISHED 1844.
233 MercBr Street, NEW YORK.
FIVE PATTERNS OF BOILERS.
NINETEEN SIZES,
Perfect Sash Raising Apparatus.
Rosehousea, Greenhouses, Etc., of Iron
Frame Construction erected complete
or the Structural Iron Workahip-
ped ready for erection.
Iron Frame Benches with the
" Perfect Drainage Bench Tile "
Mention paper or Slate Tops.
POSTAGE FOR ILLUSTKATED CATALOGUE.
TjLE^DRAINEP LAND
, easiest worked and most
'fJt^t1?e
and Fire Brick. Chimney Tops Encaustic Side Yi^a^^j^^^^Ve* Albaii' ^ V'
I'll Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PIPE
Wrau(h« Iron Pip*. Valvas, Cooka, Fll-
tinc*. (to., for Stoam and Hot Walar ;
Rubbar Hoaa, Pumpa and Wall Polnta.
m. H. KAY, 42 Dey St., New York.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
GLASS!
VALVES
GLASS!
For Greenhouses, Conservatories,
Graperies, Hotbeds and all other
purposes, at Lowest Rates.
N. COWEN'S SON, 392 & 394 West Broadway, New York.
Formerly If* and 156 So. Fifth Avenne.
Get our Figures before buyliiK Glass. - Estimates Freely Given.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
J SEND FOR OUR lEW CATALOGUE, WHICH SHOWS J
lTlie)lewpiitoiiiatiGl)alileYeiitllato[|
aplete. We also i
with a KQ&rantee that each
machine sent out will operate your house suoceBefnlly. Boll machines now made I;
When Writing Mention Florifls' Ex
HE ABOVE SHOWS APPORTION OF
THE ORMSBY SYSTEM,
Look It Over Thoroughly. see advertisement on paee 600.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FOR GLftZING GREENHOUSES. SUPERIOR TO PUTTY IN EVERY WAY.
ubjetted to both I
'""HTGllTsUWWroVsrcrETnrrMVRTciN" *T PUTSBURG, 1895.
Put up in gaUons, $1.00. Half gallons, 60 cts. Quarter gallons, 35 cts.
Mastical Glazing Machines. $1.00 each.
Send forfull descrlptlvecirciilarand testlmonlBls. AseDtii In nil the prlnclpnl cllle».
F. 0. PIERCE CO., Sole Manufacturers, 1 70 Fulton St., New York.
690
J. K. ALLEN,
I Wholesale Commit
ICUT FLO^VERS, j
1 67 W. 28th St., New York.
j Orders bj mall or teleerapb promptly attended I
I to. Telephone Call. 382 38th St.
\ . ROSES AND VIOLETS SPECIALTIES.
FORD BROS. 1
WHOLESALE FLORISTS,
111 West 30th Street,
NEW YORK.
OonslEnmenta Solicited. Telephone 260 38ft St
MICHAEL A. HART,
Wholesale & Gommission Florist,
113W. 30th St., New York.
Telephone Call, 130738th St.
H. A. HOFFMANN,
Wholesale Florist
44 W. 29th St., NEW YORK.
Telephone Call, 1558 38lh St.
American Beauties, Carnations, White VIelets.
Specialties. CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED.
EDWARD C. HORAN,
WHOLESALE ♦ FLORIST,
Ho. 34 VI. 29th St..
JULIUS LANG,
Wholesale Florist
^ 63 WEST 30tli ST.
Consignments Solicited. HEW YORK.
FRANK MILLANG,
Wholesale Gommission Dealer
THE NEW YORK GUT FLOWER GO.
I 19-121 West 33d Street,
112-114 West 24th Street,
T«leplioiie733,lStliSt.. NEW YORK.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
The Plorisxs' Exchhngb.
Wholesale Dealer in Cut Flowers.
We are Headquarters for finest Carnations and Roses, Tiolets, Talley, Romans, Smilax.
Adlantum. Best selected stock reserved for shipping orders. Send ufl your name for our
Semi-Monthly Price List.
19-21 RANDOLPH STREET, CHICAGO.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CHAS. W. McKELLAR,
WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORIST
Largest and best market In Oblcago. Conetant supply of all seasonable flowers.
Consignments of first grade goods solicited. Complete stock of Florists'
Supplies, Wire-work, etc. All orders given prompt attention.
Telephone, Main li«9. 45, 47, 49 WABASH AVENUE, CHICAGO. ILL.
ED. F. WINTERSON, Manager.
When Writing Ment
A. Beanty, fancy and special
" No.l
" Culls and ordinary.
Bennett, Oosln
Bride
Jacqueminot
K. A. Victoria
La France, extra
ordinary.,
Magna Oharta
Mme. Testont
Dlrs. P. Morgan .
NlphetOB, Hoste.
Papa Oontier
SouY. de Wootton
DMch Brunner
WattevlUe
\SPABAO]0S. . .
A8TEBS.(per doz. buncbes)
OiLLAS
f All colors, inferior grades
J •Fanoi
S (The hlKheB
< (Trades of stand
Yel. 4 Varie
( White
1 Pink..
Oamlbtas
Gladiolus..
s, Longlflorum.
ISWEET Peas (100 buncbes)..
NlW YOBI BOBTOB PBILADILPHLl
July 22. 18»7. July 22, 1897 July 21, 1897.
July 21, 1897. July 21, 1897.
ice Colnmns.
noted.
7. and while we do
the date mentioned.
Wholesale Growers of Cut Flowers. .
• J 500,000 Feet of Giass.T
We can fill all orders on short notice with all leading varieties of ROSES and
CARNATIONS. "We are headquarters for fine AMERICAN BEAUTIES.
Give UB a trial and convince yourself.
SALESROOM 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO, III.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, *p"l°orM*t"
A fine stock of VAI.l.EY on hand throughout the Summer. Also a full line
of all seasonable cut flowers.
During July, August and September we close at 6 P. M.
I6I2-I6I4 Barker St. Bet. chestnut & Market sts. Philadelphia, Pa.
Local and Long Distance 'Phone 5310.
H. L. SUNDERBRUCH CO.,
Wholesale Commission Florists,
4th and Walnut Streets,
CINCINNATI. OHIO.
Consignments Solicited. Special Attention Given
ROSES, CARNATIONS AND
ALL SBASONABLE FLOWERS.
WM.F.KASTINCW'-o'-Ie
PURDY & BLAUVELT,
Wholesale and Commission Dealers In
CUT FLOWERS
llAIDEHHAIR riEH rE0Hl)3 A SPICIALT7.
57 WEST 30th STREET,
Bet. Broadway ft eth Ave. NEW YORK.
A. & F. ROLKER,
CUT FLOWERS
53 "West 28tli St.
Telephone 2379 38th St. NEW YORK.
in£. I=. SHERIDKM
Wholesale Oommlslon Dealer In
CUT FLOWERS
39 Weac 38th 8c., New York.
Tslephone, 21«-38th St.
PRICE LIST SENT ON APPLICATION.
TRAENDLY i SCHENCK,
Wholesale Florists,
S8 W. 28th St. and CUT FLOWER EXCHANQE,
NEW YORK.
Telephone 961-18th St.
*9-Conslgnment8 Solicited,
JOHN YOUNG,
Wholesale Florigt,
51 WEST 28th
NEW YORK.
WM. J. BAKER.
Wholesale Florist
1432 So. Penn Square.
Philadelphia. Pa.
DUMONT & CO..
WHOLESALE FLORISTS
CARNATIONS A SPECIALTY.
No. 130.5 Filbert St., Philadelphia.
Illinois Cut Flower Co.,
51 Wabash Ave., Chicago.
Special discounts on Wire Work dur-
I ing July and August.
KENNICOTT BROS. COMPANY,
Wholesale • Cut • Flowers,
CHICAGO, ILL.
WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY.
Wb«n Writing Mention Florists' Exghange
July 24. 1897.
The F=!i-orisxs' Excht^nge.
691
Wholesale Florists
JOBBERS IN
FLORIST'S
SUPPLIES.
FLORISTS' VASES.
84HAWLEY STREET,
GEO. A. SUTHERLAND,
Successor to wm. J. STE\
CUTFLOWEHSaDdFLOBSUFFLIES
WHOLESALE.
67 Bromfield St., Boston, Mass.
City Hall Cut Flower Market
WELCH BROS., Props.
Regfular Conaignors Given Space Free
of Charge. Space let to growers wishing
to Bell their own goods.
Flowers Shipped to all Points.
...SEND FOR PRICE LIST.
Wholesale Cut Flowers,
Florist Suppllea. WIro Dealfns.
2744 Franklin Ave., ST. LOUIS, MO.
C. A. KUEHN,
WHOLESALE FLORIST.
1122 Pine St., St. Louis, Mo.
A COMPI-ETE LINE OF WIRE DESIONS.
C. W. WORS,
Wholesale Florist,
313 N. LEFFINGWELL AVENUE.
ST. LOUIS, MO.
FINE ROSES— Shipped carefully to all |
parts of the country.
St. Louis
Gut Flower Co.
WHOLESALE
FLORISTS,
1020 Olive St.
ST. LOUIS, MO.
E. G. HILL & CO..
Wholesale Florists,
RICHMOND, INDIANA.
iting Mention Florists' Exchange
jiiiPiiBiiiius PLDPiosos umiDi;,
Cut StrluKB. 10 to 12 feet long,
50 otB. each.
Shipped to any part of the.
^W". H. ELLIOTT,
that the ci-op
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Fine SmilaX $.5 00 a hundred strings
SWEET PEAS, 25 cents a hundred blooms.
Cash with order, please.
W. KEIR, - fikesville, Md.
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Galax Leaves.
CHAS. H. RICKSECKER, Linville, N. C,
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
. . . FOR FINEST . . .
Galax Leaves and
Leucothoe Sprays,
ALWAYS WRITE THE INTRODUCERS.
Highlands Nursery, Kawana, N. C
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
St. Paul.
Trade is Uncertain.
nclentent Weather,
Intciisi' hoat idar, cBi.r.i.illvin this section,
sees his iiets almost wi]icd out; still,
vegetation qtnckly recovers at this
season, and there is a [jrosiJect yet for a
good di8i)Iay. 'IMieir downtown store
muchnoti.e. .Vster, i.iuceii 'nf the Market,
i:'.,fr .-I bed iikiiilicl l«i> weeks after
Sciii.miEi.'s So.Ns report a very busy
season, and are now rushed with funeral
orders.
S-\i/n;ii Bros, are replanting l)oth here
and at their K.airport place; they grow
lirst-class stock.
At the iCi.\i)iAi,i, establishment,! saw
some grand growths on Uendrobium
WaidianunL. Cattleya Uowiana is now
throwing out to g'orgeous blossoms.
Two niaginlicent specimens of the Stag
Horn fern ( I'latycerium grande), are
.•iiuoug the numerous iictsof Mr.Savage.
W. M.
Oneida. H. Y.
and J. t'. lirelHK ii.iii the 'o"m:V BOSTON, MASS. ^h^^'J^V
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
DO NOT BE HUMBUGGED
„,„ Usin, CHEAP Qp££^5,Lm|_|||E
oniv SILKAUNl
elyby JOHK C. BIEVER &CO.,
8T Summer Street, BOSTON, MASS., U. 8. A,
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SCOI.I.AY'S
IMPROVED
PUm BULB
For Glazing Sash,|Etc.,
PATENT PUNT SPRINKLEB
JOHN A. SCOtLAT,
BROOKLYN, N.Y.
SEND STAMP FOR CATALOGUE.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CHRYSANTHEMUMS — Last Call.
Paclflc, E. Dalllcdouze, Mrs. H. KoblnsoD. Helen
Bloodgood. Philadelphia, Marion Henderson. Er-
minllda. Marquis de Montmort, Wm. Simpson,
The Queen, Mrs. H. G. Hill. Ivory.
CMII AY Strong bushy plants, 2H Inch pots,
OmlLHA »2.00 per hundred.
C. EISELE. nth & leflerson Streets, Philadelphia, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florlata' Exchange
■WEI.CH BROTHERS,
DEALERS IN
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
15 Province Street,
9 Cnapman Place,
Wire DesinnB, Wheat Sheaves, Baskets, Im-
mortelles, Cape Flowers, Cut Flowers, Boxes,
and all other supplies, at prices to meet com-
petition
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FOA MILDEW IIID BUCK ROT
on KoseB, Fruits and Vegetables,
and Carnation Rust
USE FOSTITE, UllU'd. Hm':
CU innOTrU importer of plants,
. n. JUUuIlN, bulbs and seeds,
SHEEP MANURE
I prepared expresely for floriBts
Ilermosa Roses will be taken in exchange.
GODFREY ASCHMANN,
1012 Ontario St., PHILA. PA.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
BEST
Florists
SHEEP FERTILIZER!
PULVERIZED. COMPRESSED.
A Quick Germinator and Crop Forcer.
KAinSAL. OSOBLESS. OLZAH TO KAHSLE.
JOHN J. PETERS CO., Long Island City, N.Y.
i^^HEaT*! save the BLOOMS!
WmNIKOTEEN
■Z» ^^ DOES NOT INJURE SENSITIVE
M tm CU^' U^EO FOR FUMIGATION
^> ,^ ORSPRAYINCINDOORSOKOUT
1^ — _^ '^^ -^ 200 KIUNDS TOBACCO IN ONE PINI NIKOTtEN
Price $l.50. ALL SEEDSMEN.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
M. RICE &CO.,
Importers and Manufacturers of
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.
25 N. 4th St., Philadelphia, Pa.
MBIT FALI, 0ATAI.OGCE NOW READY
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CHOCOLATE COOLER CO,
QRAND RAPIDS. MIOH.
FLDIIIST'S BEFHIGEUTORS.
Send for Olronlar*
When Writing Mention Florlsta' Exchange,
JOHH CONLEY & SON,
MAHDFACTDBERB OP
TIN FOIL
2 and 4 Dominick Street,
NEW YORK.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
GALVANIZED WIRE PLANT STAKES " °"^ ^^Zr ''''
RUBBER HOSE from 6 cents per foot.
H. F. LITTLEFIELD, WORCESTER, MASS.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ADULTERATION BONE FLOUR
NO
lift Fayette, Ind.
Bayslde. L. 1.. N. T.
RefereDces : Fred. Dorcer & Sons Co.
John H. Taylor,
E.(i.HllliCo.,
L L. May & Co., - est. raui. Minn.
. S. BARTLETT, 1255-1257 WEST 6th ST., CINCINNATI, O.
CINCINNATI DESICCATING CO.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
A GOOD HOSE 'sa GOOD INVESTMENT
the
That a hose i
1 the I
worth, divide the cost per foot by
compete in number ot years with
' 16 eta. per foot for 3^ inch,
anything that is~ manufactured. Price 12cts. per foot for i^
and SOcts. per foot for 1 inch hose.
" Best hose I have houcht In twelve year8."-N. STOnER. " It Is flne."-B. O. Hill.
■^w Address J, G. & A. ESLER, Saddle River, N. J
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange '
Floristn' Supplies.
Largest Stock in the Country.
All goods up to date, and ot
superior quality.
Send for Illustrated Catalogue.
H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.,
86 N. FOURTH STREET,
^hen Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PHILADELPHIA, PA
The live Florist Is now planning for next season. Are you he? if so, or not,
do not overlook the assisting features that might go with use of a set of
LONG'S FLORISTS' PHOTOGRAPHS.
INTENDED FOR USE IN TAKING ORDERS. NEW CATALOGUE FREE. •
Also a new and adaptable FLORISTS' CATALOGUE of Cut Flowers and Arrangemenls.
CIRCnLAK ON APPLICATION.
DAN'L B.LONG, Publisher, BUFFALO, N.Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
LARGEST AND BEST STOCK OF
PREPARED CYCAS LEAVES
TO BE FOVKD AIBURY,Pansy Specialist
SOUTH PARIS. MAINE.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
jROEMER'S SUPERB PRIZE PANSIES,
I The finest strain of PaUEies in the World.
I Introducer and Grower of all tha leading Novelties |
\ FRED. ROEMER, Seed Grower,
^ Quedllnburg, Germany.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FOR AUGUST DELIVERY.
ALM
0!ee^
FRESH
ON HAND
Per 100 1000 300t
iKentIa Belmoreaiia, . . tl.2e (10.00 «27.5(
Far.tcrlsiis, . . 1.86 8.60 22.61
■ I'andBnii. otllU 1.50 12.60 36.01
'e prices are for selected seeds only of
bight'Bt germinatiDg power.
J. L. SCHILLER, Rutherford, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PANS! ESI
THE JENNINGS' STRAIN
doubt the finest strain :
The following complimentary letter is
many received every year :
BUFFALO. N.T., June 8
Mr. E. B. Jennings. Dear Sir; The Pan
William Scott.
Try a packet of Jennings* finest mixed strain
ind you will not be disappointed. Finest mixed,
-'-'. of 2500 seed, $1.00; $6.00 per oz.; $3.00
$15.00. White, yellow, black
separate colors, $1.00 per pkt.; 50c.
J^ pkt , postpaid by mail. Price to Seeds-
men oD application. Cash with order.
E. B. JENNIIIGS,''°f5£" Southport, Conn.
• ROWER OP THE FINEST PANSIES.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
pir S o'z^; 3
ind blue, in s
CYCLAMEN PERSICUM CIGANTEUM,
NEW CROP SEED
JUST RECEIVED.
OUE .supply of this important
Florist flower is grown especially
for us by the most successful culti-
vator in Europe. Each variety is
grown in a separate house insuring
purity of color. We can supply
the following distinct colors.
Pure Snow White ... $1 25
Whitewith Carmine Eye . 12.5
Deep Rose Color .... i 25
Brilliant Blood Red . . 1 '25
Choicest Mixed Colors . 1 00
250 Seeds or over at 1000 rate.
Send for our Wholesale Price List of
Seeds, Bulbs, Plants, &c.
HENRY A. DREER, 714 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
F. E. McAllister co.
SEED AND BULB MERCHANTS.
69 CORTLANDT STREET, NEW YORK.
Seasonable Florists' Flower Seeds.
Primula Sinensis Flmbriata, alba,
alba matcniflca. Bright red, rose, blue or
mixed. Per Trade Pkt., (250 seeds), $1.
Cineraria James' Giant Strain.
Highly recommended by all who have
grown it. Per Trade Pkt., Jl.
Calceolaria James' Prize Strain.
Per Pkt., $1.
Cyclamen Persicnm Grandl-
florum. Per 100 seeds, $1 ; lOUD seeds, $8.
Pansy Bugnot, French grown seed. Per
oz., tl2. German grown seed, per oz., $6.
to JOHN S. GARRISON, Assignee, 69 Gortlandt St., N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FBEESmS! FBEESmS
Gallas, Gallas, Gallas Ethiopica, and Improved Little Gem.
^Ve also ofter until sold
FRESH SEED GORYPHA AUSTRALIS, FRESH SEED SEAFORTHIA ELEGANS,
Delivered at J;2.75 per 1000 to clear stock. Cash
SEND FOR OUR NEW PRICE LIST, fend
order. 100 seeds for 80 cts.
wants and wll
Address, H. H. BERCER & CO., 220 Broadway, New York.
Branch Office, San Francisco, Cal. (Established 1878.)
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
KENTUCKY BLUE GRAS3 (PO» PRATENSIS).
CHAS. E. PRUNTY,
MAIN AND MARKET, SAINT LOUI&
W^hen Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
HEADQUARTERS FOR
CallasandFreeslaBDllJii
PAMPAS PLUMES,
Palm, California Tree and Flower Seeds.
ASK FOR SPECIAL PBlr
GERMAIN FRUIT CO. Los Angeles, Gal.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Prize-Winning
DAHLIAS
AN DNPRECEDEHTED RECORD.
23 First Prizes, Certificate of Merit, 2
Diplomas, and hig.hest mention everywhere.
if you want the Very best Dalillas
that bloom, send for our 1897 descriptive trade
list now ready. Address
W. p. PEACOCK.
Dahlia Specialist, ATCO, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
July3i.i?g7.
The F^LORiSTS' Exchange.
695
SED TRHDE PBT.
Points and information from
Interesteri in ibis column, solicited. Add
Editor Seed Trade, care ot Flokists' Ex
CHANOK, P. O. Box 1607, New York.
New Y^^^T-vIi^
Inilli illl|M,itMti..iis; full as.s,,itlii,m
White FrciH-h lUmi:\n liyjuiiitlis ami
eiSBUs, I'ai)er White grandifiora arri
last Monday on the steamer La Tour;
The consignment opened up in very
order.
The steanishii). Oriii
da, the La Timraiiic (roni Haviv,
theMasHarliusi.ttsfn.iii L.ui.loii. an-
too late to cli-ar lic-lni-r tlir iirw taiil^
came intcM'ITcct. Twu nf tliosc- stcai:
brought lai-j;i' cai-fiiii-s nf laillis, .nid
large slii]iiiu'iit nf idusIuih.ui spa
TlieLaTc.iii-aincsCii.taia aiiivc.l al
custom h(niHc (iiilv I'diii- niiiinti's I
This affiTtcil the valiirs ,,[ a l.n-r .|i
tity of K..in.-ni li.viiriiitlis. (onsi;;
Elliott \V-'S( , lis,"' 1 Vti'l- ' i lrll,lrl'-so7l ' \"
and R. Duwiiiiin & Cn.
Woclier i; Don received a large sliiiiu
of iiiiiHtiroom spawn.
Sioux City, la.— The assets of
Sioux C'ity Nursery and Seed Comp!
wliich have been f
carry estati- any lounn- than lu-ri'ss.irv.
After hearing.-iigiiiii.'iifs for .mil ag.iiiist.
the court fixed tin- dati- for tlir salr at
bids tor all of the |"oi«'it\ lioih in Iowa
and in Michigan and tin' liids will lir suli-
mitted to the court. If tlicv arc not sat-
isfactory, then the propei-ty will lie sold
at public auction.
European Notes.
Nfttare's Tsntrnnii.
Dame Nature is evidently bent upon
assisting to put business once more on a
fairly solid liasis liy checking and pre-
venting a supcrtiuitv of suiijilv. Oulv
ten days ago it appi-aivd as if' sonic .'if
proportion to tlir ai ii-agf lindi-r culture.
To-day we know that this is ini|iossililr.
much a.s thirt
don,) the pro
direction indii
and appareni
over the seei
same conditir
dropping inn
itissoconiiil,
.Swivt iH-as and
suffering liadly,
ig up completely.
1 would start the
t sweet peas are
even uastiniii
while pansii's :
Of course, a g
past hope oil d
Cress, Hpinai-h, ninstard, and radii
are being considerably lightened, pa rtic
larly the latter; thelaterpods only slur
ing four or five grains.
There is, of course, a very much luiglit
side to present circumstances, and that
to be found in the tact that early ripe
Beet and niaugel arc suffering liadlv,
both from the white worm and the heat.
Carrot and onion continue to go back.
Plants for 18i)8 crops are in the bal-
ance to-day, another week will decied
their fate. Euhopean Seeds.
The Tariff.
lit plants, tropical, and semi-tropi
or the purpose of propagation oi
lation.
Burpee's Swtet Pea Tests.
In oi
r li
St w
ck's issue w
■ 11
•ide an er-
I'or in
till
nine
evoted to
each t
■ia
it
Fordhooli
Farm
W.
.\tlp(
ISurpee & (
o
. Instead
of ten
feet to 11
row, there
in reality
30 feet to
a trial
varieties arenow producing these
buds. One of these is Mrs. Henry
ill. Where this occurs in most
i-o or three breaks will come, and
must also be fre-
• and pinclicd back.
i-ow.-rs I gviicially
CATALOGUES RECEIVED.
FOREST SEED.
. White Pine Seed
PLANTS. W
n. (Btocliy plan
2000 PRIMULA SINENSIS.
(Chinese Primrose)
In separate colors. Seed imported from a lead-
ing specialist in Germany. Strong- plants in
2^ inch pots, $4,00 per 100. Terms cash.
HUGO BOOK.
1062 MAIN ST. WORCESTER, MASS.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PAlSrSIES.
Giant Triniar
_ . . 00. (-■ -
Cassler,
!i.m. Giant Trin.
1 Fanroben. Ol.. lOc ,
nple
dwarf mixed. 25c. per
Cannaa. ItalU. < in. pnls 25c: Austria, 16c.: «1 20
idoz.; Jobn White, 20c.; d(iien,»l.60.
Trade I,l«l of !y a good many, and
|iciluii)H by the majority mei-ely for tlie
salvc of variety. Its grand color alone
might he waid to be respousible for its ex-
istence to-day : it being in commerce now
veil .
enty
Hnd its equal cjr supericjr in color, vi^.'!
and health.
We have a number of yellow carna
tions, the majority of which are bettei
growers tluni is Bnttercup. but none ar(
its e(inal in c^olor, so if we uiaU.. clor th.
standard to ju.ljir hy, liuttm-up iimst
will outclaKS it.
It appears a little str.iir^r tli.-
this time we have not Iht,, ;,l,t
cup. In a
have bi'c
points ; s
iug
they may not be
tney may not ue counieu as worthy of
dissemination, may prove of value for
further crossing.
the
grOWmu' Mils \ :ii . , m\.- II
special trc.-llmrl I. In.iii.l- ;iihI it
prove ]irolit.-ilili' in s|Mlr ..f l hi- inniiy
ures thai arc constaritix ir].oitc,l.
young plants out in tlir liild. .is in
perha)is still do, .-iiid ns usual a \:
number would ilii' lirloic housing- i
came: iuau.\ . loo, would die during
course of Ihr w iiili-r,
I am not pnp.in-d to slate with cer-
tainty the it.lsoii for this, hut believe it
The la ttiT.'l believe, is qiiite a f.ietor in
producing the disease peculiar tu Butter-
cup.
When planted in clay soil, which is, as a
rule, situated higher and drier than
lighter soils, the percentage of diseased
plants isperceiitililvsinaller, Notingthis
difference, .-lud .-iscribinK' it to the above
siblein'eans oT'giowin^- llutterc'np' with
etc., were res| sible for l',uttei-cil]rs
poor show iug when plaiileil outside, cir-
iEM!!i'ii^''£iii''E''i'of!r!i'i"''''''^
I judgvd, ho^^.■^■e^. III,' "soil had c.ni-
this wasc.>rrec7ed',aud ilislead of using a
'''*'H,1'nmnce'''ll'nV\vitl,".leiit'v or'b!!!a
NEXT WINTER...
been
desired, and his L .
any kind of weather. That i
boiiere are inefficient has
proved by the enormous amount or
labor, coal and eipenee necessary to
keep ihem running and in repairs.
If repairs can be done away with
and labor and coal reduced to a
minimum, a boiler that does this
will show a corresponding
PROFIT
heaters cannot be excelled for
efficiency, economy and simplicity,
and that they do good woik in cold
weather is shown by the following:
Sioux Falls,
Rev. W. V. NOLAN, Rector of the Pro-Cathedral,
South Dakota. March 8th, 1897, says:
•■The No. 60 Standard sectional hot Water heating appa-
ratus put in our parochial residence is most satisfactory. It heats
the entire house even at the coldest season. We have had it
26 DEGREES BELOW ZERO, and that was sufficient to give it a
fair test."
GIBLIN &,CO.
UTICA, N. Y.
SHimiiEli 1)1 BDSllil).
White Hall, III.— Carl G. Krie^
has h'ased tor a number of years from
W, Von I'.nckelni.-mu the establislnui
IS. — The greenhouse of N.
IS been transferred to Miss
itt for a consideration of
(irevalding has gone to
theru part of the state
I itliei make a purchase or
ierman florist of
on ,Julv 14, in a
home. He leaves
FINEST STOCK OF FIELD GROWN
CARNATIONS
Of new and standard varieties, ready Sept-
GEO. H&NGOCK i SON, Grand Haven, Mich.
When W'rltlng Mention Florlata' Exchange
EDW. J. TAYLOR,
Wholesale
r
J Carnation Grower, I
♦ SOUTHPORT, CONN. ♦
!♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦
ROSES, CARNATIONS.
I still liave n nice lot of Ilrlde and Bridesmaid
itoses, ;t Incti pets, $<.C0 per 101). Will hHvethednest
I. It of Held-Krown CHrnatloiiB [ ever had, for 8ep-
" Wnu[Bo"h»ve"'am;elotof I'RIMIIL/V plantsof
o'r°potp'an^"oT^A\l^"l»°Ei?iT vi<>£'et».'"'' "
WKITK HOIl PKIOES.
CEO. M. EMMANS, Newton, N.J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FIELD-GBOWII 6flB|lflTI0|IS
Goiid, strong, healthy plants. Write for
kinds and prices. Delivery after Sept. 10th.
LQG&N m. GREEKHOUSES, Danville, III.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Yellow Marguerite all sold that are rooted
ThankB to the Exchange. HENBY NEENER.
aouvorneur. N. Y,, Feb, 3. IR97,
I9##
GRALLERT & CO. |
CARNATION GROWERSJ
i COLMA.^^^^o*
SAN MATEO
CAL.
Harrison's White
CARNATION.
New Carnation, sport from Wm. Scott.
JOHN HARRISON,
739 Bergen Ave., Jersey City, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florlsta' Exchange
fc
ARNATIONS
F. DORNER & SONS CO.
La Fayette, Ind.
H. K. Widener
CHRYSANTHEMUMS!
2 5i Inch Pots, $3.00 Per 100.
Pink Ivory, Mrs. J. G. WliilUllu,
White Ivory, I'llile ol taetlewoocl,
M. Wanaraaker,
Sybil Kaye,
Merry Monarch,
Marie Louise,
Eda PraHB,
Mnie. K. Kergniann,
Major Honnaffou, VIvland-Morel,
Maud Dean, W. H. Lincoln.
AUIAKTIIM ClIKJKAXtJM, 3 in. pots,
$8,00 per lUli.
ADIAISXUM KORMOSVM, 3 in. potP,
|(! UO per lUO,
EVENDEN BROS. Williamsport, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CHRYSANTHEMUM PLANTS
AI,L SOLD.
FIELD CARNATIONS n September
JOHN HACKETT & CO.,
62d St., near Elmwood Ave., PHILA,, PA.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CARNATIONS ALL SOLD.
SEND FOR LIST OP
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
H. WEBBR & SONS,
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
ers; Pink, Whiteand Yellow, at $2.00 per
100; $1,5.00 per lOOO; my selection, from
R.H.MURPHEY,Urbana,Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FOR BENCHINC
Glory of Pacinc, Lady Fltznygram, An-
tuiuD Bride, Wm. Simpson, $4,00 per 100.
Marion Hendereon. Marqula de Mont-
mort, Yellow Uueen, Geo. W. Cliildi.
Mme. Felix Perrin, Mutual Friend. Plnfc
Ivory. Lady Playfair, Oeorglenne Bram*
hall, K. Dallledouxe, Helen Bloodgood,
Mrs. Jerome Jones, $3.00 per 100.
Deduct 60c. per 100 on orders of 250 plants or
& COMPLETE LINE OF NOVELTIES FOR '97
'and Hairy Varieties'.
NATHAN SMITH & SON, Adrian, Mich.
WhenWrltlns Mentloo Florlits' Ezcbanse
698
The F=i-Orists' Exchange.
lings & Co.'s New Boiler — Sectional Cut Showing Interior.
New Greenhouse Boilers.
This year Kome of the New York boiler
iunilacturers are placing ou the market
•\v styles of boilerK. Amongtheseis No.
r. iiiadi' by Iliti-liiiins .it Co., 233 Mercer
rcct. Ill wliich. tiiiiiiii;li the courtesy of
I' lii-ni. \\ r lursriit tlir accompanying
iistratiiius. 'I'hr boiler is equally ser-
ceable under cither the o]ien circulation
■ the high pressure system, each boiler
'inji' tested under a high pressure before
iiving the factory. These boilers, the
■m s.ays. lijivr been in u.'^e during the
and have tin- 1
" sectional," u
easily handled
water sections, each
a, hydrostatic pressu
the siMian- incli. th.
hesr
from the products of combustion previous
to their e.xit. Fig. 1 shows a vertical
section of the boiler, looking towards the
front, from which it will be seen that a
large surface is exposed to the direct ra-
diation from the fire. In Fig. 2 the fire
travel is shown, the gases rising from the
fire at tlic front of the boiler and passing
under a thin. Hat, horizontal water
chanilicr to the back of the boiler, where
the.v rise again ami pass under the dome
of the boiler to the smoke outlet at the
front. This i struction jirovides an
ample combustion chanibi-r and a suffl-
clent depth of lire cliandier to permit of a
sufficient bori,'l.o.-|ii a'liil V,|-|.-,o feet of 4-iiicli pipe]
whicli is approxim.atel.v ei|nal to the
the form of radiators. Two larger sizes
of the heaters are aiTanged to lie set in
pairs, when they are rated to heat from
2,100, 2,700, and 3,300 feet of 4-inch
pipe.
Another new boiler of the sectional
type is shown in Fig. 3, which is a liroken
view showing the construction, the fire
travel and the arrangement of the heat-
ing surface. The sections are united by
means of a machine-finished surface, into
which small grooves are milled, which
are brought up tight against asbestos
gaskets by means of a long tie rod run-
ning througli the sections, as' shown,
whicli, it is said, sccui-es a perfectly tight
joint with little labor. The intermediate
sections consist of a water leg forming
the side of the ash pit and fire chamber,
and at a sufficient distance above the fire
line to permit of an ample combustion
chamber, and three slanting waterways,
one above the other, the bottom one be-
ingthe smallest and theothers increasing
Hitchings & Co.'s New Sectional Tubular Hot Water Boiler, with patent Shaking and Dumping Grates.
July 31, 1897.
The F=i-orists' Exchknge.
699
Fig. 3.— A Manifold.
Screw Joint Greenhousk Fittings.
of tlio lic.l
flaiiscil I'll"
the l)oiUM-s 1
auy kiiiil nl
sizes, i-i>iii|ii
tious. mill :
and IC. sqll;
tocanv :;..-
feet uf 4-iii(
lint is used. A circular lias
■il sliiiwing the variety of fit-
is pipe joint that can be se-
St. Louis.
I
Screw Joint Greenhouse Fittings
Of'tllCKI-ei'l'llHlllsi- type tlnva'iird f.il- llsi
wreti'lied.
aarkel Newl.
Jottings llerei
- , ^ -l.iwly. Kmila
liiii^- \i i\ low prices an
1 There.
xaiuier Cella of East S
Kiwn to all the Horists i
lavins lippii connected \vi1
ill of 1
lit auy
the cir-
a great
Sea Chff. L I.
Lord & Burnham's New Boilers.
Fig. 1 Vertical Section of the Standard.
luiinher of flower stores in this city be-
ne her marriage to Mr. fella, died on
nesday, the 20th, and was buried on
lie L'L'd. She had been troubled with
iMvims affections since the storm of last
e.-ii-, .and a friyiit from storms of recent
i'mpa-
: the tl(
her
IK off.
■;tl Company have a very
of artificial flowers which
lieir window and makes
displav these days when
s wilts lickly.
■^ I'.ios li,i\ebeen busy all
NT slid hai'd at work get-
palms with which they e.xpect to f
their orders this fall. The boys
worked up a very fine business in this
line during the past year and will unques-
""llX
let-growing plant
siderably by the .
housee, which are
6,000 Marie Louis,
in the most nppro\
are very conveiiieni
They are of the
The center lionse i^
ing of 'these hon
Hitchin-s .\c Co.. w
iisions:
ind the
!■ heat-
boiler will, in moderate weather, heat a
large proportion of the entire establish-
ment, being connected bo as to relieve
other boilers. Other houses already
planted with violets are: One 12x100
feet, filled with the Princess of Wales:
three others, lOxtO feet, with the same
variety : one liouse 14x.50 feet, contains
Lady "Hume Campbell; another house
tionably do well with them the coming
season.
.\trip to Cairo, recently showed that
the florists of that section have had a
,g. ;i Broken View of
the .Scction.d.
:lOxS(lfeet. is tilled \
Kari|uhar and La(h
other houses lu'xiW
Marie Louise', .-md a
frames with Califon
000 plants in all.
ilh .Swaiilev White.
C.impbell. while five
fcH't.ai-e tilled with
«MIt 400 feet .,f cold
la, thus making 20.-
700
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Contents.
Cahnations
Cataloodes Keckived ....
CHAHOES in BnSINESS ....
Chrysanthemums
Correspondence
Greenhodsk Doilers, New (Illus.) .
Greknhodse Fittings, Screw Jo
(IIIUB.)
Hail Insukancb
Newport's Gardens (Illus.)
Providence, The Convention City
8. A. F. Program for '97 . . .
Seed Trade Heport ....
Trade Notes :
Sea Cliff, St. Louis . . . .
New York
Boston, Philadelphia, Toronto
Chi.ago
Baltimore
Butfalo
Cincinnati
Indianapolis, Pittsburg, Provide]
Sprinefleld, Mass.
For the Busy Man.
Over ten million feet of glass is now insured
in the Florltts' Hail AsEooation.
Greenhouse building is as brisk this year as
ever. Several heating tiims are placing new
boilers on the market this season.
Parties from outside cities, gning to the
Providence convention, by way of New York,
should notify Secretary Young a week before
date of convention. Tlie New York Club in-
tends to give the delegates a receptic n.
Bulb consignments arrived too late last
week to escape the working of the new tarilT
"The Water Garden."
Owing to the expensive cliai-acter of
this worli, the publishers have been com-
pelled to set the price at -If 1 ..'>(). The vol-
ume is now on the press, and every effort
will be made to publish it at the riate
given in the ailvertiKiMuciit clscwlifrc.
Orders are coinitiK in r:ipiillv,;iiiii :ill who
wish to secure a
innumerable pretty bridges
surface at frequent intervah
lai'ge bronze fountains of artistic designs
and graceful proportions. The park is
accessible by three electric car routes, the
Elmwood, Broad street, and Prairie ave-
nue, and by pleasant driveways through
one of the prettiest residential portions
of the city.
Let us pay an imaginai-y visit to this
park. We bo.ard an Elmwood ear and
enjoy a most picturesque ride inoie than
half the distance being on the first boule-
vard laid out in Providence, .lust before
we reach the park we can see to our right
the magiiiflcent building of the Gorham
Manufacturing Company.
.\fter riding about an "eighth of a mile
alongside the park where we have an ex-
cellent view of the expansive lawns stud-
ded with wide-spreading elms, maples,
es, cedars, and pines.
ard 1
vert
vith i
beds of de
Hants on the same site that it has occu-
pied for more than 127 years, and will be
preserved for ages to come if the elements
front of this is the handsome
lithe fiiuiulerof this planta-
tion. The liase is massive in its solidity
of Westerly giaiate. with a bronze figure
of the Muse of Histoty emblazoning the
famous name on its entablature of
bronze, the whole coticeit being suf-
mounted bv an ideal figure of Rogei- W il-
liams. To' the rear of the house is one i ii
the best existing examples of the 'old
oaken bucket," \\'itli its long s\\ eeji and
dripping water. We now pass down ,ui
easy slope to the lakes. .and by devious
ways we wend our \\ay,^aiitoiig tlie hills
and knolls until we ariive at the new-
boat-house on the one hand or the grand
museum building on the other. At the
former building is the cozy office of the
.Superintendent, .Joseph D. Fitts, a most
practical man, under whose direction the
floriculture and liiirtienlture, the native
forestry and arboietuni of the park is
making rapid .•idvaneeineat. .Mr. I'itts is
one of the ottieers of the Kljoile Island
Horticultural Society, and is invaluable
iu the respousible position wliiili lieliolds
as park superinteinlint.
Looking from the Suiieiintendeiit's
office window, in the eenteiof a fantastic-
shaped escutcheon oi velvety gleell is to
be seen a flower lied that will be strik-
ingly famiUar to the members of the S.
A. F. It is the badge of the society in ex-
act connterpai-t. 'I'iie rose le.if of tite
badge is in the green .nid yellow varie-
gated, atnl tlie initials, --.S. .\. V." in red
and green yatiegated alteniaiitliera.
This design has been liiid out by Superin-
tendent Fitts iu honor of the convention.
The museum building has been but re
cently opened, and it already contains a
very valuable nucleus fora finecnlleetinn.
Excellent art displays are to be fmind
here.
Throughout the park, the latgei- speci-
mens of the trees are labelled with the
common and scientific names, with :i brief
description of the sections where each is
found, and as Rhode Island is especially
rich in its number and variety of trees,
excellent opportunities are here afforded
the student in forestry. Another feature
in this connection is the hundreds of trees
that have been set out here annually on
Arbor Day by the pupils of the public
schools, each class planting a tree. J?^ach
tree is named and bears on appropriate
signs at its li.ise. 'This year an innova-
tion was introdueeil that w.as be.-iiitiful
initsinceiition and patriotic in its con-
summation—the planting of Union Vete-
rans' Grove. Located on a knoll in what
is called " No Bottom Pond," and reached
by bridges, are .35 sugar maples set up in
the form of an immense five-pointed star,
planted by the Grand Army and other
veteran organizations.
There are about 10 miles of driveway
and l.") tulles of walks winding in and out
in all directions, and a large iiropoitinn
of the 430 acres is in a state of iinjirove-
meut. The lakes occupy about l:!(>aeies.
and upon these is a large Meet of row -
boats and steam launches whereby one
.1f2.-,,00O to f30,-
ch about $7,.5t)0
ic smaller parks
. KogerWilliams
first afternoon of the convention.
Next week I will devote attention to
.Swan Point Cemetery— the Greenwood of
New England. W. H. Makon.
S. A. F. Program for '97.
The program for the Providence con-
vention of the S. A. F. does not differ ni;i-
terially from any of its predecessors.
There is the usual quota of papers, ot es-
says, and an innovation in the form of a
discussion of "A Year's Progress in l in i
Business;" divided into sections, tlie Hist
part being devoted to the carnation,
chrysanthemum and rose; the second to
decorative and greenhouse plants, bed-
dins' plants and the retail business. It is
on the part of those entrusted with tli'e
work of preparing the subject matter.
.Should our suggestion be carried out the
can be curtailed v
1 lecture by Profes.sor
oeenrs at the evening
jiid day of the conven-
iqietition should
\\*^ out exhibits,
liber, commensu-
te their
ebay to
cap the
rters the
isfaction
rjaccom-
Convention Souvenir Program
following rates: Whole page ■$-2Vi, 1
page $1.5, quarter-page l|;7, and all con.
tracts will be appreciated by the club.
New York.
Vholeule Harket.
The severe gales which prevailed
during the e:irly ii.art of the week c
pletely paralyzed what business might
otherwi.se haveolTeied. Fortunately, thc
ioli are also abundant and are iinotetii
at .f;-. per 1,000. A few nice bright Har.|
risii lilies made .f."i per 100; L. auratumi
.1P3 and $4 per 100. I
H. A. Hoffman is now doing businestl
in his new store loc:ited at 44 AV. L".itli
Ho
.). 1. Kaynor was able to come into
linsiness for a little while on Thursday,
,ifter being laid up for more than a
Kelall TrsilF.
There is but little going on in this
line; most otthehelpareeither laid off oi
are away on vacations, while tliop
home iKive but little to do. Ste:
end :
of tlu
tion. Notice should be sent him at li
one week prior to the date of the i
vention.
July 31, 1897-
The Florists* Exchange.
701
Philadelphia.
riiiK the past week busiuess ■
second, E. A. Weeks; tliinl, Mr
eral oid
out the
rnaiul.
every il;
at $2 p.
cuttiun
a iiewlN
selling :i
sold at
well at
on tills
has sol,
The h
in large qniintities. rainier weaver nas
been sending in some very good Queen of
the Market, which sell at from 30c. to $1
per 100.
niMtoes, and muBUrooms.
UuXTllllK.
The bowling contest is still
chief topie iinioiigeluli mcinl.iis. In
first class A. L. I'.i-owii 11..H Ir.uls \v il
(). Bell sec.inl, anil .l.>liii IV lliili.iii
third. In tlie siroinl rla^> A. Wuliri,,
Westcott siTiniil, anil William 1'. ii
In tlie tliinl ilass. llaviil Kust is Ii
John McLean sirMnil. anil lici.rKi- M
third. Inthetiist class A. L. I'.r.iwi
three games belnnil. Imt lie lias a str
lead on ISganu-s.anil mily ii-i|niiis tl
games of a total of :!4."i to take I
Iilace. His lowest total fur three «a
has been 412, so it can l)e readily seei
leads the first class.
Club Heeling.
A larjic attendance is looked fo
the Chill inectiiiK- on Tiirs.lav next.
will be taken np liKaiii, an.l all aii.i
ments for noing to l'ni\ i.li'iiic uil
made. From iiresent inilicatiims,
delegation to the conventimi will 1
Tariff Bill.
The passing of the new tariff hill
created inneli interest anient' thetraile in
bulbs, etc., anxiiiHsly looked for. .Nom-
of tliem arrived, however, in time to
escape the new law. Henry A. Dreer,
Inc., are the first to receive Soman hya-
cinths, a large shipment arriving on the
I^a Touraine.
H. BayerBdorter& Co. were successful in
getting a large quantity of goods in un-
fler the old law on steamers arriving last
week. David Rust.
Hnageana. and the Harvard Bo-
irihii (Robert Cameron, gardeu-
I'odophyllum Emodi.
G. \. Severy &Co. have closed their
• for a short vacation. .They will
L on August Ist.
closed his store at
Augus
H. Del
Boston.
I Uupricrdintediju
retaile
dentei
Iiaps 1
niand is limited.
Kxhlbltlna.
The exliiiiitii
HalUast Saturday
Iirize.-
and 1
prizes
a the late Hon. Joseph S.
ds HoU was entered for pro-
ays since, and oneclausepro-
l.H. Walsh, who has served
Hill so faithfully, sliall receive
!■ for laili year he has been in
William Falconer of I'ittsljnrg
been spending a few days visiting friends
in the Hub and vicinity. W. K. W.
Toronto, Ont.
Grainger Bros, report considerable in-
crease in their seed branch and ai-e much
encouraged thereby. They are pushing
the sale of uovelties both in seeds and
.\lanton Bros, are king pins on growing
.Viliantum cuneatum. A. Farleyense
will possibly be their next successful ven-
ture. There is not nearly enough cut-fern
raised here, and a good market is open
for the boys.
Charley Tidy is on a fishing-trip; he ex-
Oceanic, N. J.
1 members of the society a
their intention of going to tl
convention, and joining the Ne
The la
Join
lack
ition, Ontario, is yiildi
y crops now. It is iiniim
'; at date of writing in
ins are being picked and \vi
Lancaster, N. Y.
Jersey CUf, N. J.
1 Old Buklneu.
\U[iX to the Jersey Cit,y author!
d established business
■if orm Avenue, will be
nst" 3. Mr. EdwArds
!• from business.
Tr anion, N. J.
It is reported that Joseph F. Ribsam
whose sudden disappearance from thii
city we spoke of early last Fall, has again
reappeared there. He is said to be en-
gaged in a florist's establishment on
Long Island.
Hamilton, Ont.
aickiecket Ohai I
Decorative P
Baker OhasF
Baller.FA
lieclierFreil C...
NurflOo... 70'^
BartleltGeo s'....
Petere John J Co..
PotH, Tube,
T. V. Kilvingjou is rebuilding part of
his plant.
E. G. Brown has his stock planted and
place cleaned up preparatory to taking
iu the convention.
F. G. Foster is slowly convalescing,
but will not be with us at Providence ;
his geuial face will be missed amid the
busy crowd. Fred, junior is taking hold
and turning out some good stock.
W. M.
Index to Advertisers.
Qbaka Q'b'set. 10J
Davis A B & Boi
UuglieBG H ...
Turnley C W. .
National Florleti'....
BergerUHAOo.
Shepherd Mrs T B.. (
Storre & Uarrit
ans, GeoM.... 697
Hopp & I^emke 7u6
Jackgon & Perkins
706
KastingWF 705
Kraber W G 703
LougDB 706
■lacBean A 8 706
lafl Plant Co 705
Ouwerkork P "02
Parlier GL 706
Pleiscn FK Co. . 693
Storrsft Harrison Oo 710
WaverlvG'housea... 7i)6
White.Ino 705
WiuterichChr 10.1
Wood Bros 705
Toung 0 & Sons Co.. 706
Seeda
AUen CH 695
lieu H 695
Berger H H &Co.... 694
BookUufO 696
Brown Peter 696
Burpee WA & Co.... 691
ClucasJt Boddinglon 694
Cunningham J H.... 696
Dreer Hy A 694
EUlottWm 4 Sons. C94
FauslH G * Oo 694
Germain Fruit Oo... 694
Herr A M 696
Jobuson & .Stokes. . . 695
MajerL&Sohn.... 695
McAllister F BCo... 694
Mahoney G L 695
Prunty Obas E 694
RoemerFred 694
SohillerJL 694
SiebrechtS Son .... 693
Shepherd Mrs IB.. 694
SoltauOA Oo 694
Vaughan'B Seed Store 693
WeeheriDon 694
Woodbury DB 69*
ZirngiebolD 696
Slirnba, Flowering
and Ornamental.
Jackson & PerkinsCo 7ilS
Ouwerkerk P 702
StorrB & Harrison Co 710
: Plant Co... 705
For Bale.To Lease . .
Hail Inauran
norlBlHailAsB'n...
Hrllolrnpe
Iniecticlilta a
FungUldea
Jooaten O H
Kfuliuliy Exp Co .
LoulsyllleTob'coCi
Dip Co.. .
rllanron
Wood Bros
lllU'lirooni Spa
StorrB ft HarrtBon Oo 710
Siebrecbt & Sou...
Brown Peter
Ciiuuingham J U...
Herr Albert IM
Snillax Planta.
alter FA 703
BetBcher Bros 703
W T & F P . . . . 703
EiseleO 710
Eisele ,1 0 703
Horan J & Son 703
Kllbourn J 706
Kraber W a 703
Liebsch Paul 703
National Plant Co... 7C6
Schneider Fred 703
SeldewilzEA 703
Thurton J 706
Turnley CW 7(3
Wood Bros 706
Tonng 0 k Sons Co. . 706
upplles and
Reiinislles
Bayersdorter H &Co 710
Boston Letter Lo ... 710
Oonley John & Son.. 710
& Pollwortb .. 709
Ellison W 709
Herrmann A 710
Kastlng WmP 708
Kennlcolt Broa Oo . . 7l8
Kuehn OA 709
Littlefield HF 710
LongDB 710
McAllister F EOo.. 694
McOarthyNFiOo.. 709
McKellar C W 708
Meyer JnoOtOo... 710
Reed 4 Keller 710
Vegetable Plan
Hargadlne EC
Hughea, (Jeo. J
Vincent B Jr & Son. 702
Vines andCltmber
EiseleJO 70
Jackson ^FerklnsCo 70
Kadloti J 70
Onwerkerk P 70
Vtoleti
Benedict OH 70
Hool Floral Co 70
Boulon Fd 76
702
THe F=l-ORISTS' EXCHKNGE.
POTTED STRAWBERRY 'm^
. Marshal
iwiiinj. I
'8 Early.
Brandywioe. Michigan. Greenville.
Early, Gandy. Cumberland. Harker
I3S. Tennessee ProliHo. WoolyertoD.
THE ELIZABETH NURSERY COMPANY, Elizabeth, N.J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
NEWCANNAS THE CONARD& JONES CO
LOGAN BERRIES
"WEST O-RO'VE. F.&..
FOR FALL DELIVERY. Ask for price list later.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CELERYS
PETER J. SCHUUR, Kalamazoo, Mich.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
250100 (lELEIIYPLDIITS
Bample. Cash with order.
HORACE RIMBY, Collegeville, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CELERY PLANTS
C. M. GROSSMAN.
^volcottvlile, Ind.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
STRAWBERRY PL4NTS
POT GROWN.
Carrie, MicblKan, Earliest and
Enormous, 5Ucl8. per dozen.
106 1000
IIrand>->vlne $3 00 $1S 00
Klo, Candy and 1
Xeunessee..
Celery Plants, good, strc
" " transpian
Cabbajfe Plants
Cauliflower Plants....
20 1 ;
15 1 I
Samples for Stamps.
E. C. HARGADINE, Felton, Del.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PEiOH AND PLUM TREES i,El?;'K,I\^'i!;«t.
Reliable and clean stork at low wholesale rates.
AH desirable leading varieties of PEACHES, old
and new in fruiting orchards. Have the new
Triumph, Greensboro, and Sueeil fruiting.
Buds can be supplied In season at low rates.
Very large stock of PLUM TREES ail on plum
roots, one and two years. Buds can be supplied of
the-e also, either from nurseries or orchard trees.
Have all the leading Japanese varieties. Abundance,
liurbank. Chabot. Satsuma, Wtllard an l ot iers ;
ahothenewRedJiiiieandWicksonin t;oodsnpply.
Usu,il supply also of AspariiEus Root* to offer.
ALEXANDER PULLEN.Milford Nurseries. Milford, Del.
AVhen Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
P. OUWERKERK,
1 1 23 Summit Ave., Jersey City, M.J.
Just received from our Holland
Nurseries :
RHODODENDRONS, AZALEAS,
SPIRAEA JAPONICA, LILIUM SPECIOSUIH,
PCONIES, BLEEDING HEART,
POT GROWN LILACS, HYDRANGEA IN SORTS.
CLEWATIS and H. P. ROSES, m the best sorts
PRICES MODERATE.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VEGETABLE PLAMTS
CABBAGE— Henderson'sSuccession, Earlj
Flat Dutch, LUpton, Autumn Kmg.Burpee's
Sure Head, Late Flat Dutch, Premium Fiat
Dutch, Late Drumhead, Mammoth Kock
Ked and Drumhead Savoy. Field grown;
15c. per lOO: $1.00 per 1000; $8 50 per 10,000.
CEI.EII.V— Dwarf Golden Heart, Golden
Self Blanching, Giant Pascal, New Kose,
White Plume and Giant Parque Celeriac.
15c. per 1110; $1.0il rer 1000; $8.50 per 10,000.
Casta witta order.
R.VINCENT JR. i SON, White Marsh, Md.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VIOLETS! VIOLETS!!
MARIE LOUISE. Pot grown, clean anil
healthy in every particular, J.'i.OO per 100; $45.00 per
Wm. J. CHIKilSIICK, Xrenton, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CINERARIAS
FRYER,
CHINESE PRIMROSE
or
PLANTS.
J the National and Canadian
varieties In eluht named cnlors. »2.50 per 100; »2J00
ner lOOO. Double white, red and lilac. tl.COperlOO;
$35 00 D.-r lOuO. Extra plants added to help pay
expressase. Adams and U. S. Express.
JOHN F. RCPP. Shiremanstown, Pa.
Chlnase Prlmros* Specialist.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PRIMUU OBCOmtl.
Very floe plants, some in bloom, 3 In.
pots
Begonia Rex. 10 vars., 3 in., flue. . . .
Cyclamen Giganteum, 3 iD
Giant California Daisy, strong, 3
in., Hoe tor winter cutting
Heliotrope, Lemoine's Brilliant,
strong, bushy, 3 inch, immense
Begonias, Rooted Cuttings,' Htjil-
GEORGE J. HUGHES, Berlin, N.J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CYCLAMEN
GIGANTEUM
To color, i. e. White. White with red eye.
Crimson and Rose. Fine plants, from 4 inch
pots, ready for 6 inch fhift, $17.00 per 100;
mixed, from 4 inch pots, $16.00 per 100.
ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS
2!^ inch pots, »7.00 per 100.
Cash with order from unknown custfimers or C. CD.
Orders amounting to $6 and over F. O. B., N.Y. City.
SEAWANHAKA GREENHOUSES,
OYSTER BAV, QUEENS^ CO.. N.Y.
Jas. C. Clark, Supt. P.O. Box 34. Wm. L. Swan. Prop.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PLHHTIi U fLOWEHS.
Caniia Orange Beauty. — We hav
received a spike of this caniia, which i
said to be a seedling of Flamingo. I
was raised by A. Marshall, gardener t
J. B. Dutcher, Esq.. Pawling, N. Y. It
chief charaeteristie in color is the inteiin
yelloAv reverse, the whole lenptli of ili
segments, which are of a yellow ;;i-oiiii
deeply marbled with red. Tin- tnih^ni
very compact and evidently thr \ aiiil
is very florlferous.
LOOK HERE
Al condition.
TERMS CASH OR C. O. D.
C. MERKEL & SON, Mentor, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FARQUHAR VIOLETS
THOMAS F. O'BRIEN. Foisom St,. Roslinilale. Mass.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PADyATinUQ Rooted Cutlincs of the folio
bflHNA Una jmrtoeloseout SUver^pr.
„ W. Scolt, Rose Quec
Portia, l.lzzle lUcGowan. Tidal Wiive a
Thou. CarlledEe, 11.25 per 100; »10.00 per 1000.
VIOLETS
nd Calltornia, 60c. oer U
er lUOU. Also SwalnBoni]
9. »1.60 per 100; tlO.OO per 1000.
JOSEPH RENARD, Unionville, '"ot" Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ViOLETS^lilarle LoDlse.
strong, healthy, 3 inch, pot grown, no dis-
ease, ready for August delivery.
S3 per 100 ; S25 per iOOO; Cash.
GEO. H. BENEDICT, Yorkville, N.Y.
;ing Mention Flor
Exchange
VIOLETS
F.G.MENSE, Glen Cove, L.I., N.Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
YlOim Hf SP[CllLTr
Campbell,
tiubar, Pri
fornla. Pri
nley ^JVtalte, Ear
de Galles, Call
FERD. BODI.ON. Sea Olifl. L. I., N. V.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
This StoGK lliiiit pioYe
ROOTED CUTTINGS.
Per 100
Rex Begonia §2 00
Vinca var i 25
Lemon Verbena i 25
Snow Crest Daisy 2 00
Double Gen. Grant Geranium 1 25
Mt. Snow Geranium 2 00
Mrs. Pollock Geranium 2 00
Hydrangea, Pink and White 2 00
Re.v Begonia, 2J inch.
Per 100
. St 00
. 6 00
. 2 50
Viuca var., 2J inch
Snow Crest Daisy, clumps . „„
Mrs. Pollock Geranium, si inch . . 4 00
Cyperus Alteruifolins, 4 inch B 00
Cineraria, 2J inch s 00
Primroses, 2J inch 3 oo
Terms Cash or C. O. D.
GREENE S UNDERHILL. Watartown, N.Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Chicago.
The rain so far.cameopijo]
leastin the immediate vicinity of
With moderate heat, roses' coi
Lnioni? Growers.
iiiilv. ami scarlet, just iiiit into lo-
ts, and intended tor exhiliition,
iiii,g splendid growth.
-MuiKir. li„l. riui.a Co.; 1:. Hess, wife
.iiid family, Omaha, \eb. ; C. li.Whitnall,
Milwaukee; Robert W. Page, Memphis,
Floral Co., and J.A.Evans, liiclimond.
Mr. Washburn has returned from a
month's trip to Colorado. He enjoyed
snow-balling when we wereoverwhelilied
witli heat.
O. W. Freese of W. E. I.viich, is visiting
the cities in the Northwcrt; ('. AIcKellar.
those of Ohio and around Ills old home.
■ist of thj
cept till signs fail, will not lie nmnerc
so far as we can learn.
EDIIAK S.lNllHIil
Peoria. III.
m of .\i,.ssi-s.
ling
five,
The F=i-orists* Exchange.
703
Baltimore.
Slate of Tride.
l''nn('fal work is the only class of
Ijiisiiirss hriiiKins iu anythiug. Mrs.
Fi.shci- lariiMtion is ft-etting plentiful. As-
ters an- iiinkiiig their appearance.
The CI
.July 20 was canna night at tlic
Clnli. .V 'fair collection was exiiiliitr.l li.v
odd. red an
Burbank.
seedlings w
land, I'^isclK
I, Brilliant,
and several
ratlK
be made later in the season.
The N. A. F, Hatter,
Vincent having been appointed ■
" Stai
•net hi;
been mcMiilir
lost interest
Rtateil, that
league
tunity
tercha
\t under the ijresent
stration no good
Some thought the
Secretary should li
jiutiou was
ent, the Yice-
throughcnit the (•..iintr.\-. ami l.y .-oich an
economical ,-11111 liusini's.-^-lik.- .idnimistra-
tion of its affairs as will niak.' it, in f.u-t
as in name, a national as.sociation for
promoting the interest of the gardeners'
trade throughout every section of the
country, Edwin A, Seidewitz,
Fort Wayne, Ind.
nan is starting in the whole-
is hcri-, and is building six
.xL'i) feet i',-k1i, for roses only.
sale lini
houses,
H. W
hoisc, I
BETSCHER BROS.. Ckal
When Writing Mention Florists'
SMI LAX
plants, 1 year old, '.'M. Jl.Ii per 100: $15 00 perl
N A RCISSUS-Poefs, double and single Vol
ADI4NTUM UEtJALIS-IndHpensable
noral work, 11.00 per doi.
LOW PRICES-HIGH VALUE
SMILAX, strong
DRAC/ENA INOIVISA,
REX BEGONIAS,:
C W. TURNLEY, - Haddonfield, N. J,
■When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
IDREER'S SPECIAL OFFER
ARAUCABIA EXCELSA. Norfolk Island Pine.
We have an unusually large stock of nae plants nf this beautiful decorative plant, especially
of tlie small and medium sizes, for which the demand is always certain.
4ln,pots, 6to Sins, high, 2 to 3 tiers, $0 60 each. I li in. pots, 12 to U ins. high, 3 tiers $126 each.
5 " 10 •' 3 ■' 1011 " U " 15 " 4 " 150 "
7in,pot8, 22to24in8, high,4to5tier8, $2 00 each.
ARAUCARIA BXCEI-SA GLACCA.
5 In, pots, 10 inches high, 3 tiers, $1 25 each. 7 in, pots, IS 10 20 inches bigb, i tiers, %i 50 each.
FERNS.
Our stock of Ferns Is now in excellent condition for potting up into threes for use in fern
dishes; all are well hardened off in open frames. We offer only the best commercial vaiiPties,
Cyrtomium Falcatum, Davallia Strict
Japonicur • -■ - -
„. . „ , ^8. Cretica alt)o lineata. Intern"' '
Serrulata Crlstata, Sieboldi
of varieties, $4.00 pe
For a full line of other seasonable stock see our Quarterly Wholesale List.
HENRY A. DREER, Seedsman and Florist, 714 Chestnut St., Phila., Pa,
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchanee
such as Adlantum Cuneatum, Adiantum Pub
Lastrea Chrysoloba, Lomaria Gibba and Ciliata, Onyc
Pteris-Adiantoides, Cretica albo lineata, Internata
Tremula. Price, $5.0
! follov
ardi, Palmata, Strrulala,
$40.00 per 1000. Ourtelection
Nephrolepis Exaltata Bostoniensis.
In large and small quantities from $40,00 to |80,flO per 1000.
MINE IS THE GENUINE STOCK.
FRED. C. BECKER, 1730 Cambridge Street, CAMBRIDGE, MASS.
When Writing Mention Florl
X>ja.Xj]V[t
. J. U EI^SEI
PUlUmouth, Keb.
When Wrltlne Mention Florists' Exchanf
♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»♦
I JULIUS ROEHRS, X
T Headquarters for ♦
iPalms and Decorative Plants,!
♦ RUTHERFORD, N. J. ♦
^ P. 0. Address. • Carlton Hill, N. 1,X
♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦
When Writing Mention Florists' Kxchange
^^ PALMS
Tht LARGEST STOCK in the West.
708 N, Halsted St„
CHICAGO.
fliDpelopsis VeilGlii.
POT-GROWN SEEDLINGS,
$3.00 per 100; $25,00 per 1000,
J. K4DLETZ, ''•!•:«'.'"" Dongan Hills, N.Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FOR SALE QHEAP.
. huh, 6 wide.
1 Lalania narbonira, 6
•i Dicksoulu Aiilurlicii, 5 ft. hiKb.
1 Rubber Tree, 9 tt. high.
60U White Verbenas, One plants.
'.£ Lame Night Bloomliie Cereua, (true)
H. W. HALES, - Ridgewood, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Ferns, Violets. Boses and Smiiax
find llrhlesniald
Perl
RoseB, 3 inch pots 5 00
Field-jrrowii cariiHtions; prices on application,
THE BOOL FLORtL CO., Ithaca, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ASPARAGUS SPRENGERII.
500 Strong Plants.
From 2 inch pots; ready for a shift,
$6.00 per lOO. CASH WITH
OKDEK,
WiGHENDORFF BROS., - • Atlanta, Ga.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PLLBPIPIIDH GRHIIDIFLORII
ilants !rom pota, t2 00 per WO
JOHN C. EISELE,
20lh & Ontario Sis,. PHILADELPHIA, PA.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
20,000 SMILAX.
Good strons plants from 3H and 3 in.
pots, October sowing, $1.75 per 100;
$15.00 per 1000. Cash with order,
PAUL LIEBSCH, W, Main St„ Eatavia, N.Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
S7VVILHX
JAMES HOR&N & SON, Bridgeport, Conn.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
UNTIL AUGUST THE 15th.
We offer strone and well-grown SMII..AX
plants, out of 2H Inch pots at $1.2a per 100. or $10.00
per 1000. We pack light and wrap every plant
singly in tissue paper so that the plants will not get
checked. We gaarantee yon satisfaction, or your
money will be refunded. Cash with order. Order
soon and address to
FRED. SCHNEIDER, Cleveland, Ohio.
751 Crawford Koad.
When Writing Mention Florists' ExchanpP
SMILAX!! SMILAX!!
strong plants, from 2
$16.00 per 1000. Extras
$3.00 per 100 ; $:ffl.00 per 1000. 20,( 00 fl
S2,fn per ]
'"pla!
W. T. & F. P. BUTZ,
A. CUNEATUM FERNS
SHIPPERS OF CUT FLOWERS.
'^iVe 'Want Stock Rubber Plants.
THE WILLIiMS-WILSOH CO. ??e\f.'Jid!'«.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FERNS**
Pterls Serrulata, Pteris Cretica alba,
" " Densa, ** Adiantoides.
" " Magnifica. Aspidlum Tenemensee.
Onychlum Japonlca.
S3. 50 Per 100. CASH WITH ORDER.
CHAS. F. BAKER, UUca, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florlats' Exchange
FERNS
We make a specialty of small
ferns for the Fall trade.
Write for special prices on large
quantities. Order early.
JOHN SCOTT,
KEAP STREET GREEKHOVSES
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PANDANUS UTILIS,
AsparaKUS PIunioHa Nana, 21.4 In.
pots, JS.UUper 100.
Rex Begonias, 13 best varlcMee labeled,
from a in. pots, $3.00 per 100; $29.00 per lOtiO,
The above stock Is well-grown, clean anil
healthy, and flrst-class in every respect. Satis-
faction guaranteed,
A. B. DAVIS & SON, Purcellville, Va.
(Neak Washington. D, C)
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SMILAX PLANTS
21/2 INCH POTS,
4I2.00 per 100. Casta.
EDWIN A. SEIDEWITZ,
36 W. LEXINGTON ST., BALTIMORE, MP.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SMILAX
strong pli
$I5.C
,2m i
8 $2 00 per 100 ;
; 1000 rate.
Heliotrope, stocky plants, tor benching,
Sli inch pots, $3.60 per 11 0 : 50 cts. p( r doz.
Verscbaffeltli Colens, $2 00 per 100.
Roses, 100 Bride and 100 'Maid, 3 in. pots,
$S.OUtbe lot.
CASH, PLEASE.
W. C. KRABER,
9 Florence St., NEW BEDFORD. MASS.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
AZALEAS!
14 to 16 " •• 30,00 "
PALMS, Etc.
For Palms, Aspidistras, Araucarlas, etc,
please refer to our advertisement in Florists
Exchange of May 161 b and June 12lh.
BEGONIAS.
(Erect Flowering) Single Tuberous Rooted,
About 1 Inch dlam,, separate colore, $8.00 per
1000 ; $70.00 per 10,000.
About 1 to IH inch diam., prparate colorB,
$16.00 per 1000 ; $160.00 per 10 OtO.
Double . Flowering.
About U4 in, and above, Sep. colors, $40 per lOlo!
GLOXINIAS tV.'^^u..,
About 3j to 1 Inch diain., mixed, $10.00 per 1000
$90,011 per 10,000.
About 1 Inch and above dlara., mixed, $18.00 per
1000; $160.00 per 10,000.
Forcing and other Nursery stocks
OASH with packing free, except on approved
Credit,
ROYAL NURSERIES,
LOUIS VAN HOUTTE PERE,
Ghent, Belgium.
Whun Writing Mention Florists' K.v.-bango
704
The F=i-ORISts' Excht^nge.
SITUATIONS WANTED.
Rate, 10 oenta per line (8 words), each In
■ertlon. Cash with order. This rate applies onl
to situation wanted advertiaementB and when se
■olid, without display. When letters are addressed 1:
our care add 10 cents to cover expense of forwarding
ITUATION wanted 1
gITU
U^e'^n^
1 references, experi-
OITUATION wanted by flrat-cli
^ carnations, violets, -mums.]
eral stock of ureenhouee planti
Enfllsh. Cuunin
HELP WANTED.
WANTFD A flrst-class unmarried gardener,
ffiHn ■ kw experienced and acquainted witli
Long Island trade, Sheepshead Bay, Coney
Island, etc ; one able to take cliarge of place in a
few months preferred; state wages, with board.
Address S. M., Florists' Exchange.
W^ ANTED.
A man experienced in growing: Roses, Car-
nations, Chrysantbemums, etc. Must be a
fli^Bt-class piantsman and able to act as fore-
man. Single man. Apply to
S. S. BAIN, Florist,
66 Beaver Hall Hill, MONTREAL.
FOR SALE-SECOND HAND.
FOR SALE CHEAP.
d second-hand 3 ai
3r heating.
SALTER, Roche
FOR SAI^E.
UpriKht boiler.
Sprinevllle, N. Y.
FOR SALE.
nplete line of electrotype cuts for veizetable
care Florists' Excha
GREENHOUSE SASH CHEAP.
The sashes and yellow pine rafters of two
houses 86 ft. long, consisting of 9 ft. x 3H ft.,
and 6 ft. X 3>^ ft. sash ; also ventilating sash
3Hft. x3ft.; also the sash and yellow pine
rafters of one 115 ft. house; sash 6 ft. x 3^ ft.
All in good condition.
R. ASMUS, New Durham, N. J.
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
FOR RENT.
Two Rreenhouaes, 100 ft. Iouk by 20 ft. wide; heated
FOR SALE.
Thirty-four shares stock of the A. T. De La
Mare Pig. and Pub. Co. Ltd., at par value of
block or divided. A first-class
HUCTION
school Mite. I have determined to retire from buai
ness, and toerefure will sell my whole establlBh
At Auction, on August 3, at II A.M.,
or at private sales previous to that date.
It consists of 12 greenhouses and benches, larK<
boilers, pota. barrows. large market wagon, harness
houiehoid furniture, carpets, bedding, etc.. etc.. etc
ALFRED EDWARDS, " r.°:"; ti^T^l .
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
WALNUT HILLGREENHOUSES
FOR SAI.E.
Located at Independence, Missouri. Teu
miles from Kansas City with Rapid Transit.
Plant established in 1881; well-known, good
trade over Missouri and four other states and
at home. Present plant built entirely new two
years ajro ; two houses 100x20, one 100x10. pot-
iuK and packing room 16jt50, and boiler shed.
rything
Especial care taken in building,
first-class and substantial. Patent vc
apparatus, working perfectly. City water, 12
faucets and meter, low rate. Hot water heat,
heats easily and thoroughly. Plant includes
20,000 pots, 50 good hot bed sash, stock of
plants— carnations etc., and miscellaneous bed-
ding, and 2}^ acres of land. Keason for selling,
failiui? health of proprietor. Address at once,
N. S. GRIFFITH, Independence, Mo.
In care of McCoy Banking Co.
AN OPPORTUNITY
TO LEASE
A HOTHOUSE PLANT
With a Weil-Established Business.
Twohousea, 2O.\130 ; Two houses, 10x100 ;
"W. C. GOODRICH,
I». O. Box 466, -WTEST TROV, N. Y.
FOR SALE CHEAP.
reenhcuse 18x70 feet, ^ span, built two
rs ago; hot water heat, boiler capacity
ugh to heat three or four more houses
feet hotbed sash, six town lots 75x150 feet,
in one body ; dwelling eight rooms, willi
■drobes; city water. County scat, more
n 3000 population, two railroads.
)sell 1
up \
D. O. NOBLE,
Columbia City, Ind.
FOR SALE.
new greenhouses, together 1
AUG. KURR, Merchantville, N. J.
FOR SALE OR TO RENT.
Greenhouse property opposite the
of three ceTieteriesin immediate nei^
of New York City. For particulai
L. M., care this paper.
FOR SALE.
Small place of 4 greenhouses and stock,
stable and barn. Trolley ear passes the
door; six minuli-s from city.
FRITZ STARKE,
815 Vernon Ave. Long Island City, N.T.
FOR SALE CHEAP.
FIVE GREENHOUSES
AT RAMSEYS, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
HITGHINGS & CO., 233 Mercer St., N. Y.
GOBBESFONOEHSE.
Insertion will be given in this column
to all communications free from animus
but tlie opinions expressed do «ot neces-
sarily r< fleet our men.
Cornell's Chrysanthemum Bul-
letin.
Edit'ir Flnrists' Exchange:
ultivntioil. Allythi
) criterion to judf;<' 1
imon sense rule to I
NEWPORT, R.I
For sale, the property of the late Gilbert L. '
Ward, coraprisiug more than 5 acres, just over
the line in Middletown. house and stables
hounded on the east by Basion's Pond, on the
west by the New Boulevard; coramandiuK an
extensive unsurpassed scene of landscape, lake
and ocean. For full description and particulars
with plan, apply to A, J. WARD, Sole Agent
33 Clarke Street, Newport, R. I,
^E^SONAL.
A YOUNG GERMAN FLOEIST, 31,
noble character, in very nice
position, desires acquaintance of
a pleasant young woman of some means.
Object matrimony.
Harry C. A. B., care Florists' Exchange.
TO ALL WHOM IT MAY CONCERN.
When Writing Mention Florists' ISxchange When Writing Mention Florlsta' Exchange
lii-anche.'i and the branches, roots,
due time it bore fruit, but the aii
were sweet without anv core
Would this account for the n
orange?
Laciniatum is highly recommeudci
amateurs. From my experience,
out of teu won't even look at it.
flower is too small and insiguific
The popular taste is for large bloom:
"Figure 84," illustrates that '
name is nothing, the quality of the p
is everythiug." As the name repres
the variety, the wording is unneco-
ily ambiguous.
" Figure 88" shows a flower froi
Hail Insurance.
Ten million feet of glass is now insured
n the Florists' Hail Association. This
act is certainly encouragingto Secretary
■".sler and his co-workers, to whose un-
iring efforts the result is entirely due.
-V Are insurance company, conducted
I company inaugurated onasubstantial
OBITUARY.
John W. Lawrence .
ilni W. Lawrence, died July 20, in
iiihersburg. Pa., at the age of 66.
was tor two years at Kew Gar-
K, Kngland, six 'years at the Royal
ileiiK, Windsor, and 25 years at
iihain Castle as gardener to the
lopcif Wiiicliester. He was born at
le. Isle c,|- Wight.
George B. Nugent.
William Fowler.
In the death of William Fowler i
timore, the craft loses a good ma
thorough gardener. I'.o™ Decern)
i« Icr, and
ig out of
ri.'vcdhiii
ml plants
las a flue
July 31. 1897.
The F^lorists* Exchange.
705
New Greenhouses.
luff ah.
una Pitcher, Yellow Queen. »
J. Jones. Benj. Glroud. Glo
th Kllifl. Geo. S. Conover. Mb
at»2.CIOperlOO-, 500 (or t'.i 00.
Liberty. ChebeftBue. Mrs. E.
I add »l.00to lOOrate quoted.
iBlf aereeable.
BECKERX,
irK Pa. GLEMFIELO, P*
on Florists' Exchange
HAVE YOUR COLLECTIONS MADE
MiTIOHiL FLOrTsTs-'boTrD OF TRiDE,
271 BROADWAY, NEW YORK.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SMILAX PLANTS
Must be sold to make room.
Two in., liright. thrifty, $1.60 per 100; $H.Ot
per 1000; m In., $1.10 per 100; 810.00 per 1000.
Cash with order, please.
Marie Louise Violet plants, fleld-Krowii.
ready after September 1st. Writefor prices
R. KILBOVRIK, Clinton, M. V,
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
silprl-l
hOUWKS.K.ll t.. 1 ivrtnl
derhisKLllHTViM..!..
H. ToBK..! Kii.', an.l
Loekiiort, will uccuuipuii
the Bison City.
■. .\l;i
■ the 1
Mnrmful Eff.cis of Wfsth^r.
Our hot K|icll has h(
^ " ...
600 PERLES, 31^ " ...
000 LA FRANCE, :!« •' ..
400 NIPHETOS, ;t " ...
6 00
50 00
5 00
45 00
5 00
4 00
35 00
3 50
30 00
3 00 "
3 00
~'>i ■•
.100 PERLES, 'iM "
150 NIPHETOS, 3H "
300 LA FRANCE, 2H "
Cash terms. 250 at 1000 rate. Samples by express if desired. Will be offered
thus but once, so speak quick. Orders filled promptly.
DAN'L B. LONG, Growers Agent, BUFFALO, N. Y.
WhenWntlng Mention Florists' Exchange
so,ooo BRIDE HID BRIDESMAID! 50,000 '^
Wrnm "V ineh Dots $2 50 per 100; $30.00 per 1000
ProS 3Vo Ilcll pots S^OO per 100; $36.00 per 1000
Fine large 3V> iiich GER ApililMS, ready for 4 inch I.'-.'S ■""■ !!ln
Limited ainount of Golden Gate and Nlpbetos, 2X in. pots, at $3.00 per 100
Strong young SMIl,AX: PtAKTS, $1.60 per 100.
TER1VIS CASH. THE NATIONAL PLANT CO., Dayton, Oliio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
40,000 FIRST QUALITY FORCING ROSES
ROSES
Bride, Bridesni
Mermet, Gonti
Perle, Woottou,
$10.00 per 100; $15.00 per 500; $8000 per IOC
CEORCE L. PARKER,
807 Washington Street, Dorchester, Mas
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchang
5000 ROSES
PERLES, SUNSETS, BRIDES,
LA FRANCE, BRIDESMAID,
3 inch pots, $3 60 per lUO.
3001 PRIMROSES, $3.10 per 100.
3000 CIBJERARIAS, $2.50 per 100.
Address
J D.BRENNEM&N.BoxZ4,Harrisburg,Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ROSES.
Woottou, 75
per doz.; $6.00
Cash wilh order.
JOHN A. DOYLE, - Springfield, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SNAPPRICES.
Rose Plants.
Hid and Bride
! inch lit $5.50
M. F. KASTING, Wholesale Florist,
4!t5 VVashlnBtoii St , Buflalo, N. Y.
lAVrltlng Mention Florists' Exchange
first-class and p
rom flowering shoots usea in pi
AI»IERICAN BEAUTY,
1 per too. 4 inch pots. 813-00 pe. iw.
KAISFRINA v., SUNSET. BON SILENE, MEBHET,
JK-AlSLKltv A. v., ^V."^..7n MME. HOSTE. BKIDE,
». 4 inch pots, tlO.OO per lUU.
J. Ij. IDILIj03Sr, BloomsTDiiirg, E*aj.
LA FRANCE,
Slnchpr-
.ISEBIN
PHETOB,
AMERICAN BEAUTIES.
IflllO American Beauties, fine large plants from 3 inch pots, just right, for forcine, at
$6 00perm A^so.SWMetlors, at $6.00 per 100. 500 Smilax, at $3.50 per 100. Order quick.
Terms caeh.
1406 Olive Street, St. Louis.
C. YOUNG & SONS' CO., -
When Writing Mentio
Florists' Exchange
ROSES i
I carefully grown. AMERICAN BEAUTV,
and 4 inch. $12.00 per 100. Perle, Meteor, Bride, La
special rates on quantities, 3]>i inch, $6.00 ; 4 inch.
A. S. MacBEAN, Lakewood. New Jersey.
When Writing Mention Florists;^ Exchange „
FINE HEALTHY STOCK OF
GOLDEN GATE ROSES
From 2(..
I pots, at $3.60 per I
inch pots', at $5.00 per 100.
Cash with order.
CHRIST. WINTERICH, "''"'V^J^^^^S^.
When Writing Mention Florists' Excha
Will have tooirer for season of 1897-'98,
a choice assortment of ... .
Field Orown Roses, new and
Clematis, Ornamental Shrubs, and Trees,
Fruit Trees and Small Fruit Plants.
Price List ready In July. Write for it.
c)l^ of ijood, we have
Bealty, Ohio, Juue
FaIrVIEW FLUUa'l CO.
CARNOTS.
375 line plants, 3 iiuh put''. Will sell cheap,
or e.vchange for gc."d METEOR.
HOPP & LEMKE,
Paul Post OWce. EAST GRAND RAPIDS. MICH.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ROSBS
American Beau
Bridesmaid.
Itleleor,
La France,
> 00 per IOO: ItO.uOperl
SMILAX.
'. from VA In. pots. $2.50 per lOO : »20.C0 pi
VIOLETS.
e Loulse.^^Lndy C^'JT'JJ'y; ,(x|'
000.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
WOOD BROS., Fishkill, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ROSES
1000 BRIIESMAID, . 1
1000 BRIDE, • . ■
500 WOOTTON, . . I
1000 PERLE
$5,00 per 100
S6.00 per IOO
JOHN WHITE. - Elizabeth, N.J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
706
The F=i-orists' Exchmnge.
Simplicity in Greenhouse Constrnction. J
During our long experience we have not only made many improvements
in greenhouses, but we have so simplified the construction that building a
greenhouse is no longer a matter so full o( complications as to tax the
patience and the ingenuity of even the most intelligent mechanic. Our
Clear Cypress Building Material \
worked out in the best manner ready to be put up, and we furnish our
customers such complete detail drawings that any workman of only ordinary
capabilities can put it up correctly.
Cincinnati.
lulividual score — 128
< yr.iT- iiroved quite a
]j|,i.\p.l between the
;i(.\\ri>i' boys, result-
lliaiii llurphy acting
k.%/%/%^/%^
When Writing M^
FURMAN BOILERS
specuUly adapted to
Greenhouse Heating.
2l'n styles and Sizes. Steam and Hot Water.
SAFE. SUBSTANTIAL, SIMPLE, ECONOMICAL.
PortaWe or Brick Set.
GREAT COAL SAVER.
Send for catalogue. Estimates Free.
THE HERENDEEN MFC. CO.
Home OlBce : 13 Fay St., Geneva, N. Y.
BRANCH OFFICES :
Boston, 54 Oliver St.; PhMadelphia, 1(119 Betz ]
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
miNTIOII, FLORISTS
/t mil be to your advantage to look
into the merits of the Scollay
"Invincible" Hot Water Boiler.
It IS all that its name implies, and
don't forget it.
Cuts and full information mailed
on application.
JOHN A. SCOLLAY,
; 74 & 76 MYRTLE AVE.,
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK.
•When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
V ' ;it 'I'^ikiiii; it all in all. tlic fourth annual
■|„,;,t nntiii- wasa Ki-aiiil siK-ccKK. .J. U. Gold-
) lis- man (if Midrtletown, O., and Frank
I :„-r\- I I'ciitland and Herman Haerleiu were the
if the 'iid.v ""('« of the craft represented from
KS.
i^
Vi7l 6uni[li)er"Sl
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
. Slier R.SSOW To'^'^'^^JJ^^^
'* " ".'Kanufacfurcr of STEFFENSBRO?
FLORISTS
WIRE DESIGNS
-Willi;, Ml Critchell, 84;
IJ I ; A 11 II 'ft Sunderbruch,
11. .",."; Cjiarles Schwert-
•,ii ]"iiii(s. third prize.
iioii W.ilz. '.)(); R. A.Mur-
-!■ Miiiphy, 71; Sam
. Sniiilerman, 7.5 ; total
-I'laiik Ball, 67; Gus
;il. .Johnston, 134; Wm.
I lie Danhouser, 31; total
.Toseph Lintoot, 52; Ed.
T. Conger, 73; Charles
(Hfje Corbett, 70; total
STANDARD
FLOWER POTS
^V. H. ERNEST,
station M, N. B., WASHINGTON, D. C,
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
STANDARD ♦ POTS.
We are now ready to supply a superior
quality of Pots in unlitnited quantities.
Catalogues and price lists furnished on
application.
A. H. HEWS & CO.,
NORTH CAMBRIDGE, - MASS.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
STANDARD FLOWER POTS.
In my last niitcs I stated thatresidentR
(if AValiuit Hill.s had been having palms
.stolen from their lawns. The police suc-
ceeded in catching the thief, and Judge
Schwab gave him the full extent of the
law— 30 days, $200, and costs.
Ben George is receiving congratulations.
"It's a boy."
State of Trade.
Business still remains dormant.
Still k is conipaiatively scarce. Tuberose
sjiikis si'li at :'.r. wholesale; Meteor roses
li'. Ill :'.i'. ; Iirauty. 3c. to lOe. ; Kaiserin,
Ic. til 4c. Outdoor stock has been badly
damaged by the recent severe rains.
Sweet Peas are about over and asters are
coming in very slowly. E. G. Gillett.
Trenton, H. J.
(In Tliursdav, .July 2, at .St. Mary's
Catlinlral here, bv Key. .Tohn H.Fox.rec.
till-, William .Miiiire of Mercer Floral Co.,
was married to Mi.ss EUzabeth A. Fritz.
Pine Bush, N. Y.
Mrs. F. T. Howell has in course of erec-
tion, two houses, one, 100x24; the
other, 100x10 feet, to be heated by hot
water. The houses will be stocked with
smilax aud ferns.
Frinkfort, Ind.
Jlrs. I<;. Knntz has built a new rose
hdusr. anil put in a new boiler.
IIM. Hnnifcid will open a store on S.
.T.icksiin street. H . H.
r
Chadborn's Automatic
XT — .t:i-.t —
CHADBORN, KENNEDY & CO.
NEWBURGH, N.Y.
hen Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
HAND MADE:
16 " " 75 00 I for cash with order.
Seed or Bulb Pann, same price as pots.
Lawn Vasra, 17x17 In., »1.00; 18x20 In., $1 50.
We have all the latest machinery for matting
Standard pots of the best quality. Addrf ss
HILFINGER BROS. POTTERY,
FORT EDWARD, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CYPRESS
BBEEHHOOIIE
MATERIAL
OF ANY DESCRIPTION.
SIND FOR OATALOOUE.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Send for OHr N«w Prio* List with azlra discounts. All onr Pots, from 7 in. and npwards, have
onr Pslsnl Exoslsior BoHom, which is a great advantage, aa it Ineurea perfect drainage.
A FULL, LilNE OF BDL,B PANS.
THE WHILLDIN POTTEEY CO., 713 to 719 Wharton Street, PHILADELPHIA.
BRANCH HOnSHB- S Kearney and Westslde Ayes. Jersey City. N.J.
Dna.ni.li nuuBiso. j Jackson Aye. and Pearson St., Long Island City. N. T.
Whe
ing Me
Flor
Exchange_
FLOWER POTS^.^
We are ItlanufactnrlnK a Full Line of
STANDARD FLOWER POTS and HANGING BASKETS
OF THE- BEST QUALITY.
T. NEW VOI2K c/ry.
Address THE SYRACUSE POTTERY CO., 403 N. SALINA ST., SYRACUSE, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
July 31, 1897.
The Rlorists* Exchange.
707
LORD & BURNHAM CO.,
HORTICULTURAL ARCHITECTS AND BUIlfDERS,
STCAM AND HOT VTATER HCAXI?«G ENGINEERS.
Plans and Estimates famished on applloatlon.
XiOmi)
^tj:ri/l go..
J SEND FOR OUR ".KW CATALOGUE, WHICH SHOWS J
m lew lutoDiatic Game Yeiitilatorj
B put up In the t
Dpiete. We also give you ]
. wtth a fTuarantee that eaota
accessfully. Boll machlnea now made 1:
jA.: Q. "^^TOXjI^ Sz BieO., 3Da3rtoii, OHio.
When Writlne Mention Florists' ExchanBe
THE VAN REYPER
PERFECT GLAZIERS' POINTS
HENRY k. DREER, 714 Chestnut St., Phila., Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
GLASS
FOR GREENHOUSES, CONSERVATORIES, GRAPERIES, HOTBEDS AND
FLORISTS' USE GENERALLY. AT LOWEST RATES.
U. HKRHIS Si SON.
497 W. BROADWAY, NEW YORK, 89 LIBERTY ST., NEW YORK
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
GLASS!
GLASS!
For Greenhouses, Conservatories,
Graperies, Hotbeds and all other
purposes, at Lowest Rates.
N. COWEN'S SON, 392 & 394 West Broadway, New York.
Formerly 1114 and 156 So. Fifth Avenue.
Get our PitiTures before bnylng Glass. - Estimates Freely Given.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
t
CALIFORNIA RED CEDAR
h. DIETSGH i CO. 619 Sheffield Avenue, CHICAGO.
MAHnTACTDRKRS OF
RED CEDAR AND CYPRESS GREENHOUSE MATERIAL.
1
When Writing Ment
DBEEHHODSE HE|ITI|I6 IP VEHTILRTI)!!!,
Horticultural Architecture and Building.
^ ^ ESTABLISHED 1844.
233 Mercer Street, NEW YORK.
FIVE PATTERNS OF BOILERS.
NINETEEN SIZES,
Perfect Sash Raising ipparatns.
eenhouses, Etc., of Iron
iction erected complete
ural Iron Work ship-
ped ready for erection.
Iron Frame Benches with the
'Perfect Drainage Bench Tile"
^^^r^ Mention paper or Slate Tops.
SEND 4C. POSTAGE POR II,I,IJ8TRATED CATALOGUE.
, CYPRESS
' IS HUCH M)»RE PUIUUH.ETKAN PINE.
TRESS -^
SASH bars]
!^£ FEET ■xUMGTH Oft LOIfSER.
iRE EN HOUSE
T^ER BUILDINS MATERIAL. : ;
"CYP|RES)S LUMBERAWjfrsUSES."
i Send rot'Vur Special GrccnhousfrCfrjcolfcr. -
Oi^T STe&rj^ LymberCb.,)
Je><^nsg»H Ji9ST9N, {yrss.' , ?
-'-''-"-'^-'■-''-^''-''-''--'-'■--■--■-''-'^^"-'-•-•''-•^
IMPROVED 6mm.
J. M. GASSER'S
PBTEIIT ZIHII JOIHTS
For Butting Glass Without Laps.
Makes a Roof Air and Water Tight. Sai
Fuel. No Brealifltre from Frost or Medii
Sized Hail. Manufactured by
J. M. GASSER,
101 Euclid Avenue, CIBVEI-AND, OHIO.
Wholesale and Ketail Florist.
■WTrlte for rrlces and Circulars.
VVhen Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VALVES,
FITTINGS
AND
VENTILATING
APPARATUS.
COLnWELL-
WILCOX CO.,
Newburgh, N.Y.
Menlinn pnper.
Hi
Svass' Improved Mnp,
LBNGE the moat perfect appa-
ratus In the market.
Write for catalogue and prlcef
before placing 7our orders elser
Quaker City Machine Co.,
BIOnUOND. IND.
Mention Florists' Exchange
IE YOU W^ANT
A GOOD SASH LIFT
For a Very Little Money Get
For Descriptive Catalogue Send i
J. D. CARMODY, Evansvllle, Ind.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
STANDARD
NONE
EQUAL IT
IN
Strength
AND
Durability
Send for Catalogue.
VENTILATING
MACHINE.
NOTHING
Flimsy
OR
Complicated
about it.
E. HIPPARD. YOUNGSTOWN. OHIO
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FOR GLAZING GREENHOUSES. SUPERIOR TO PUTTY IN EVERY WAY.
onstantly lubjested to both Inside
HIGHEST AWARD OF SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AT PITTSOURG, 1895.
Put up in gallons, $ 1 .00. Half gallons, 60 cts. Quarter gallons, 36 cts.
Mastical Glazing Machines, $1.00 each.
Send for full descriptive circular and testimonials. Aeenm In nil the principal cities.
F. 0. PIERCE CO., Sole Manufacturers, 1 70 Fulton St., New York.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
TRADE GREENHOUSES.
I THE BEST MADE.
"Florists" Get Your Plans and Estimate from
PLENTY'S HORTICULTURAL WORKS,
I 148-156 Randolph Ave., JERSEY CITY, N.J.
I When Writing Mention Florists* Exchange
708
The Plorists* Exchange.
I J. K. ALLEN,
j Wholesale CommiBsion Dealer in
|CUT FLO^VERS,
67 W. 28th St., New York.
I Orders bj mail or teleeraph promptly attended |
Wholesale Dealer in Cut Flowers,
We are Headquarters for floest Carnationa and Ko
Adiantum. Dest selected stock reserved for shlpplo
Semi-Monthly Price List.
19-21 RANDOLPH STREET, CHICAGO.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
W. S. ALLEN,
17 West 28th St., New York.
FORD BROS.
WHOLESALE FLORISTS,
111 West 30th Street,
NEW YORK.
So'ioitod. TelcpliOB9 260 38th St
CHAS. W. McKELLAR,
WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORIST
Largest and best market In Chicago. Constant supply of all seasonable flowers.
Couslgnments of first grade goods solicited. Complete stock of Florists*
Supplies, Wire-work, etc. All orders given prompt attention.
Telephone, Main 1129. 45, 47, 49 WABASH AVENUE. CHICAGO. ILL.
ED. F. WINTERSON. Manager,
When Writing Mention Florlstg' Exchange
WM. H. CUNTHER,
Wholesale Florist
VIOLETS AND CARNATIONS A SPECIALTY.
Consignments Soltcited.
30 West 29th St., New York.
Teieph.ine. 2,(00-38th Sireet
MICHAEL A. HART,
Wholesale & Gonnnission Florist,
H. A. HOFFMANN,
Wholesale Florist
44 W. 29th St., NEW YORK.
Teleplione Call, 1558 38lh St.
American Beauties. Carnations, White Violets.
Specialties. CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED.
EDWARD C. HORAN,
WHOLESALE ♦FLORIST, I
No. 34 IV. 29th St., New York.
JULIUS LANG,
Wholesale Florist
63 WEST SOtli ST.
Consignments Soiieited. NEW YORK.
FRANK MILLANG,
Wholesale Commission Dealer
....in Gut Flowers....
408 East 34th St . New York 1
Cut Flower Exchange. Telephone Call, K
THE NEW YORK GUT FLOWER GO.
I M9-I21 West 23d Street,
I I 2- M 4 West 24th Street,
Iilepboie 733, IStl; Dt., NEW YORK.
r loBX
July 30, 1897
. Beanty, fancy and special.
" extra
" No.l
' * OuUb and ordinary .
K. A. Victoria
La France, extra
" ordinary.,
Magna Oharta
Mme. Teatont
Ddrs. P. Morgan
Niphetos, Hoste
Papa Gontler
8onv. de Wootton..
Ulrloh Bmnner...
Wattevllle
A9TEBS.(per doz.
All colors. Inferior grades
( Wilte.
■pink..
; Yel. * Varle
( White
3 Pink..
OilTtlTAS
Gladiolus
hTLaa, Longiflo:
30.00 to 40.00
.BC to 1.00
.00 to 6.00
PHILADBLPHU OhIOAOO St LoUlS
July 28, 1S97 July 29, 1897. July 28, 1897. July 21, 1897.
.25 to
.75 to
.76 to
to ....
I to «.00
to ....
6.00 to 8.00 to ....
For Prlcea of Fancy and Special Stock mee our Correspondence Column
Prices are for quantities of one hundred unless otherwise noted.
Prices quoted above are given only after very careful inquiry,
arantee tilers "- •■■'--« ^ ■
r accuracy, they will be f
I practically correct t
1 the date muntioned.
Wholesale Growers of Cut Flowers.
,, 500,000 Feet of Glass.
We can fill all orders on short notice with all leading varieties of ROSES and
CARNATIONS. We are headquarters for fine AMERICAN BEAUTIES.
Give us a trial and convince yourself.
SALESROOM 61 Wabash Avenue, CHICACO, III.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, ^TorM^t"
A fine stock of VAI.l.EY on hand throughout the Summer. Also a full line
of all seasonable cut flowers.
During July August and September we close at 6 P. M.
1612-1614 Barker St. Bet. chestnut & Market sts. Philadelphia, Pa,
Local and Long Distance 'Phone 6210.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
H. L. SUNDERBRUCH CO.,
Wholesale Commission Florists,
4th and Walnut Streets,
CINCINNATI. OHIO.
Consignments Solicited. Special Att
to Shipping Orders.
ROSES, CARNATIONS AND
ALL SBASONABLE FLOWERS.
WM. F. HASTING, }y°'«fl?.
49B Washington Street. ^.TS''
BUFFALO, N Y. ^'"'^
Also Dealer in Florists' Supplies A Wire Designs
PURDY & BLAUVELT,
Wholesale and Commission Dealers In
CUT FLOWERS
UAHEHaus riBtr noma a sficialtt.
57 WEST 30th STREET,
Bol. Broadway It Sth Avo. NEW YORK.
A. & F. ROLKER,
WHOLESALC DEALERS I
CUT FLOWERS
53 'West 28tli St.
Telephone 2379 38th St. NEW
in£.F5. SHERIDHN
Wbolemle Oonunlalon Dealer U
CUT FLOWERS
39 West 38th St., New York.
Telephone, 31t-3Sth Bt.
PRICE LIST SENT ON APPLICATION.
TRIENDLY ft SCHENCK,
Wholesale Florists,
S8 W. 28th St, tim CUT FLOWER EXCHANSI.
NEW YORK.
Telephone 961-18th St.
O-Consigmments Solicited.
JOHN YOUNG,
W&olBgale Florist,
61 WEST 28th ST.,
NEW TOBK.
WM. J. BAKER,
Wholesale Florist
>432 So. Penn Square,
Philadelphia, Pa.
DUMONT
& CO., 1
WHOLESALE FLORISTS |||||
CARNATIONS A
SPECIALTY.
No. 1305 Filbert St
, Philadelphia. |
Illinois Cut Flower Co..
KENNICOTT BROS. COMPANY,
Wholesale 'Gut -Flowers,
88 -Wabaab A-renne,
CHICACO, ILL.
WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY,
ROGERS PARK FLORAL CO.,
MsaleCrowsrsofCuirkrs
OFFICE AMD I
41 WABASH AVE., CHICAGO.
Headquarters for AMERICAN BBAPT1B3.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
July 31, 1897.
The F=lorisxs* Excht^nge.
709
Wholesale Florists / ^jobbers in
FLORIST'S
SUPPLIES.
FLORISTS' VASES.
llurlkulliirnl Acicllonocrs.
84 HAWLEY STREET, - BOSTON.
GEO. A. SUTHERLAND,
CUTFLOWEHSandFLORISTnUPFLIES
WHOLESALE.
67 Bromfield St., Boston, Mass
3
City Hall Cut Flower Market
WELCH BROS., Props.
Regular Consignors Given Space Free
of Charge. Space let to growers wishing
to Bell their own goods.
Flowers Shipped to all Points.
...SEND FOR PRICE LIST..
Wholesale Gut Flowers,
Floritt Supplies. WIr* Designs.
2744 Franklin Ave., ST. LOUIS, MO.
C. A. KUEHN,
WeOlESftLE FLORIST,
1122 Pine St., St. Louis, Mo.
A COMPIETE LI.VE OF WIBE DKSKJNS.
C. W, WORS,
Wholesale Florist,
313 N. LEFPINSWELL AVENUE.
ST. LOVIS, 9IO.
PtNE ROSES— Snipped carefully to »U
parts of the country.
jt. Louis
Gut Flower Go.
1620 Olive St.
ST. LOUIS, MO.
r
♦
E. G. HILL & CO..
Wholesale Florists
RICHMOND, INDIANA
flSPBHHIIDS PLDinOlllIS HBKIIII,
When Writing Me
Shipped to any part of the
Galax Leaves.
CHAS. H. RICKSECKER, Linvllle, N. C.
When Writing Mention Florists' E.xchange
. . . FOR FINEST . . .
Galax Leaves and
Leucothoe Sprays,
ALWAYS WRITE THE INTRODUCERS,
Highlands Nursery, Kawana, N. C
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Springfield, Mass.
Sweet Pes Show Postponed.
M. RICE &CO.,
Importers and Manufacturers of
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.
25 N. 4th St., Philadelphia, Pa.
NEW FALI, CATALOGUE NOW BEADT
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
»»♦♦♦«
♦ ♦♦♦♦»♦♦ ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦<
JHDOO'
i FIBRE and LIQUID are used and J
^ endorsed by the leading growers. *
^ Try them and be convinced. «
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Indianapolis, Ind.
Market Notes.
BusiiieRs, exo(>])tiUM' hnu-ral xvorU
is (lull. Our hot spell was followeil l).v
vriy pleasaut suiuiueiv weather with
plenty (if raiu. The lieaviest rain ill sonic
.\(Mis fell Sunday eveuiug tor an hour or
Tlio .Sinift.y of Indiana Florists met
tly. mill made arrangements for a
i.nitlic'imnii show; also to ehause
lie hekl .November 2 to fa.
Jottinirs.
.v. Wieganrt and wife ai'e spending
Syracuse. N. Y.
Dlsappparanoe of a Florist.
The talk .nnony the fradeisthe Jis-
ai.|ie;n;nirrnf \. .Mlerriek. who hase,,n-
his hands and that it is for sale.
JotllK!;).
.S. .\. lliiiiiiltiiii, the BweefpesK
Paterson, N. J.
An entliiisi:istie n tins of Bergen and
Paasaie CiinrH V lloiists was held liere on
Weflnescl;n ex enii,-, .hilv 21, and as a re-
dent; F.
iiKl Mrs.
cr. The
lliam P.
f ( 'lifton,
H. Por-
yewood.
I 111 1 aterson on
iicli month. The
li. ("apt. Phelps,
William Walter
E.
Providence.
Pa., was a vis-
11- gardens.
Mr. Knox of C.
Pittsburg.
iM.the
Tarry
Valuslj
The
I'.iianl
liy llli
kill' In
■ill.HllMlU
e Report.
twelfth ;
1.1 AKi-ic
Seel-etal
I'h.'iai-.l.^
eollipi-el
lie ii'i'Ver
■eeiit visitors were E. A.
r.ise, Mi!ss., and .John R.
for F. li. Pierson To. of
iiiuial rc'porti if the .State
iltureislieiae- ,listributed
V (if the luiard, (ieorgeA.
null. lilt the state and to
of the eouiitry. It is the
•lisive excelleiith- (■(lit(.fl
VCllUII
ronvcn
lit years.
Ill- lIKlllll
t'l'i !i'li '11 in
idem l-;ii
the pulilication
Iv meeting of the
null was held
sii.illy large at^
luliar Macrae in
: I - \\ eie fully diS-
I. i".ri- ^.f siili-cimmitteeB
'i.\ thing was progressing
\l. Rennie is one of the
I ml enthnsiastic workers
niiiiittee. ami to him is
li.iwling
ie. K. H.
■lies, and
710
PsparaousPiuiDosusNap...
(True) fransplnnfed seedling: plants, uow
leads-, »^s•oo per looo. Samples on
..ni.lieMMon. Alsn frfsh ASPARAGUS
SEED, Sio.oo per looo seeds.
Cash with order from unknown coriet-
poudents.
R. ASMUS. - - NEW DURHAM, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
The FLORISTS' EXOHHNGE.
"WEI^CH BROXHERS,
DEALERS IN
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
■^^'„''aVma'„^.5face: \ BOSTON.
Wire DesiirnB, Wheat Sheavec Baskets, Im-
mortelles, Cape Flowers, Cut Flowers, Boxes,
and all other supplies, at prices to meet com-
petition
When Writlne Mention Florists' Exchange
FOR MILDEW IND BLIGK ROT
on Koses, Fruits and Vegerables,
and Carnation Kust
USE FosTiTE, airo-n^ l-S.^iV
G. H. JOOSTEN, BULBS AND SEEDS.
I^^E>>S SAVE THE BLOOMS!
DOES NOT INJURE SENSmVE
PLANTS. USED FOR FUMIGATION
ORSPRAYING.INDOORSOROUT
200 POUNDS TOBACO) IN ONE PINI NIKOIEEH
Price $1.50. ALLSFEDSMEN.
When Writing Mention Flor
DEATH TO THE INSECTS
KENTUCKY
EXTRACT
CD'S
THE KENTUCKY EXTRACT CO., Columbus, 0.
SOLE MANUFACTURERS.
Book of Dlrectlonn Bent Upon Application.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
EVERV VL,OtLTBf OUGHT XO
IMSVRE HIS OLASS AOAIMST
HAIL.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS -Last Call.
A few hundred
1 Kloodgood. Phlla-
CMII AY Ptrong bushy pI«ntB, 2J^ inch pots,
Onill.HA 12.00 per hundred.
C. EISELE. nth & Jefferson Streets, Philadelphia, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
M .A. 3>a- XT n. 13 .
Mushroom growing a specialty. Excellent facilities
lor shipping by Penn'a K R . P. & R , B. & O. and
also by boat. Wm. Abernelfay. Room UO.
1215 Filbert Street. Philadelphia, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SHEEP MANURE
I and prepared ex|
Ing flV8l-'cl8sS"l°?(
iei8 Market Street.
hila.. Pa. Trial bags
lermoHa KoBe» will be taken in exchange.
GODFREY ASCHMANN.
SHEEP FERTILIZER!
PULVERIZED. COMPRESSED.
A Quick Germinator and Crop Forcer.
HiinSAL. ODOSLESS. CLZA» TO EAHSLE.
JOHN J. PETERS CO., Long Island City, N.Y.
DO NOT BE HUMBUGGED
nto Using CHE
Imitations of o
Contains more cord and does morework than anyining
elve on the market. The original and only SILKALINK
s made solely by JOHM C. MEYEII& CO.,
Hi Summer Street, BOSTtlN. MAHS., U. S. A.
When Writing Mention Florists' Fxehnper
Boston Florist Letter Co.
N. F. McCarthy. Treas. & Hanager.
.•""a:V BOSTON, MASS. « .irj&V
When Writing Mention Florists;^ Excjiange
CHOCOLATE COOLER CO.,
QRAND RAPIDS, MIOH.
florist'sTefrigeiutors.
Send for Olroalar,
When Writing- Mention Florists' Exchange
JOHN CONLEY & SON,
MANUFACTURERS OF
TIN FOIL
2 autl 4 Doininick Street,
NEW YORK.
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„ NO ADULTERATION BONE FLOUR
NO ACID
John H. Taylor, - Bayslde. L. I.. N. Y.
E. v
per foot for ji inch ; Wets, per toot for H inch,
L lor 1 incu uoHe.
• Best hose I have bought in twelve year8."-N. Stuiieh. " It Is Bne."- K. G. Hill.
— — Address J, C. & A. ESLER, Saddle River, N. J
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
J
A
D
O
O
FIBRE==Every plant grown in it thrives
without earth.
LIQUID==The best, safest and cheapest
Fertilizer sold.
THE AMERICAN JADOO CO.,
vs. Patent and ^^^ rairo,„„„t Avenae. ■
Trade Mark.
piiii:.a»e;i.00 per 100.
GEO. L.. M4HONEY<& i O., ISnco. malne.
Wh en Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
^TmlPlHioM
ALL KINDS OF BULBS.
Hyacinths. Narcissus, etc , etc.
WEEBER & DON, ^S^d^;„';S'' !
S 114 Clisnibers St., NEW YllllK CITV f
'fcc-oDC<^+3GO-3€3ec-OG-3girc3ogonoe je3eGC€Ky y":OC3Gai
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
X PANSY SEED X
MAMMOTH SUNBEAM STRAIN.
fully selected and exceediuBli flue. My customers
write that this is the flnest stra.n of paneles that
they can get ; requires ao better evidPnce of superi-
ority. Trade pkt., 600 seeds, 25cts.; 3 pkts., 60clB.;
6 pkts, $1.00. A pkt. of the rich Rainbow Pansy
added to every $1.00 order.
JOHN F. RUPP, Shiremanstown, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VAUTIER'S
MAMMOTH PANSY.
ladelpbia. Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
...PANSY SEED...
Mixed together of Bugnot, Cassier, Odier,
Trlmardeau, and many other varieties,
14 oz., $3.00; 1 nz., $3.60. Plants ready
September 15th. $3.50 per 1000.
PRIMROSES.
7000 Primroses, single, mixed colors, $3.50
per 100. Ca li with order.
JOS. H. CUNNINGHAM, DELAWARE, OHIO.
When "Writing- Mention Florists' Exchange
2000 PRIMULA SINENSIS.
(Chinese Frimroae)
In separate colors. Seed imported from a lead-
ing specialist in Germany. Strong plants in
2H inch pots, $4.00 per 100. Terms cash.
HUGO BOOK.
1062 MAIN ST. WORCESTER, MASS.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Pansies Worth Raising.
NEW CROP SEED OF THIS POPULAR STRAIN.
CASH WITH ORDER.
C. Soltau a Do. 'ZfJT Jersey City. N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ILL BULBS IHD FLINTS
For Summer and Fall Delivery, Quoted
at Very Low Rates,
KRKE ON BOARD CARS OR BOATS
NEW YORK CITY.
HULSEBOSCH BROS., Englewood, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
The Plorisxs' Exchange.
l'|il=HJ.'l
WICHELLSISEEDS
MARKET ST
NOW IS THE TIME TO SOW-
CINERARIA SEED. GKimHEH GIBBIITEOin
Trade
$1.00
Germantown. Phlla-, March 9.
of tlie most reliable gro
and can be relied upon
of the largest si""
ilorsonly.
MICHELL'S PRIZE CINERARI/
The very choicest European mixture of
ties. Per ^ trade packet, 60ct8.; per
trade packet, $1.00.
PANSY SEED
per trade pkt., SOcts.; per J-3 02.,$l-l
REMARKS :—Coateflville. Pa., July 5lh,
ExhibitioD HanB^ Seed. They produced
stratu I have ever ^mwD. and 1 had seed
MIGNONETTE »
PRIMULA SEED
MUSHROOM SPAWN
REMAltKS:-n«rrl»burii. Pa.. May Uth. 189?
cane'stakes
(.YCLAMEN O
cream of the French, Scotch and German fHDcy
panslPS. Choicest mixed, containing over 50 varieties,
per Jioz., $1.51); per ^ oz., $3.(10; per
r. Dear sir.— Last year I sot from you H
raud aBSonment of Pansles. Tbey wert
om many other leadlnt; houses. Please
, $6.00.
of your
' ahead!
GLEN'S DEFIANCE, per ox., »i.oo.
ACHEX (Xrae) " .50.
Just received from Eopland. in
excellent condition. Price. 87.00
per 100 lbs. Write for spei-ial
quotation on larger quantities.
Dear Sir.— There seems to be nn er d to the lar^e crop
$6.00 per 1000
First quality, 7 to 10 feet I
;6cU. per luo. 600 at ICOO rate.
SEND FOR \VHOI.ESAI.E PRICE LIST ttV^
BULBS, SEEDS — SUPPLIES.
HENRY F. MIGHELL.
FRED. J. MIGHELL
HENRY F. MIGHELL, 1018 Market St., Phila., Pa.
TWENTY-FOUR YEARS"
EXPERIENGE.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
JiLIiDLliL
Pointa and information from seedsmen, and al
liiteresle'l in this column, solicited. Address
Editor Seed Trade, rare of Flokists' E.\
CHANGE, P. O. Box 1697, New York.
New York. — SjiiiuicI Cole, Ventura.
Cal., HHiled tor Enrciiieou Saturday (to-
da.v ). He lias Ijeen itiaking a tour of the
EaBteru states.
Lions Island Seed Crops.— The b;ii-
vest is about ended and the crops nw
beinfj taken in. The result is about as
we last stated.
CaliliaKi- is less tlian we anticipated,
owiuji' t'l its li;i(i condition. There is, in
some sertioiiK. much sliitmken seed, ow-
ing to till' liliulit. .Some pipcea ayHI be
light on an-ount of tin- s 1 li.-iviiis
sprouted ill tile licld, .Miont two-thirds
oftheKl-oxVelH have lost hefivil\- (null the
in, and only one-fourth of the growers,
those in favored spots, have secnnd very
heavy crops. It Is not safe to reckon on
more than halt a crop. But as the
acreage planted was large, no sieat
shortage need be feared.
Kale has suffered the most: the dwarf
Scotch will not be one-third of a crop,
and the dvvait Siberian not one-halt a
crop. Tliiie is a Hieaterloss from blight
Spin
are si
most i
ilcniiins up badly: there
■w ni>od samples, but tlie
dark, and many pieces arc
not wortu cleaning up, it being so badly
grown. The autumn-sown crops lia\'c
suffered the most.
tio
comes no answer; all are anxious ti
hear, and l)ut few seem willing to sa.'
much. Hut there is evidently a niuc'l
better feeling all artmnd, and prices havi'
Where tliere
shortage. ^
seemed deh
prices liave 1
ceu made at a good
I- to say that It will
• cent, more than it
could have been bought for thr
ago.
The outlook for pens and be;
made on a pa;
Tlie tariff (i
settled very S!
general. Tho
I and commission
ileased, as are the
o feel that the in-
many thousand
greatly
Some
very lin
.\i piiMiit the trade is on the anxious
si;it of iininiry as to thehandsinto which
the Kovcriiiu'-nt plum isto fall. Asofold,
e\( r.\ one denounces the practice, and
nearly every one is anxious to secure the
contract. Secretary Wilson is to con-
tinue the farce; In fact, he is powerless
the same way :
•' We have not yet learned anything
about the government bid. We under-
stand through thi- papers that Secretary
ii^li to work for ■
ling and then have 1
!'>■ giving awa.v see
our government to
.1 l.iisin.-ssand dest
European Notes.
The wcntlier lias drifted back into an
un.si>ttlcd condition again, but astherain
only conies to us in the form of thunrter-
storins, these are. of course, very [lartial
in tliiip visit.itions, and while some of
our lii-lds .nc f.iirly deluged, others are as
dry .ind li.ird .-is a macadam road in the
t'abliage is now being harvested and a
very sorry show it makes. If, contrary
to our expectations the trade in this ar-
ticle should be brisk during the coming
iirder
ill be
cpt on some of
iiy. wlicre the
; Ihcicreageis
vest time, last
lie ni.idc good.
11-. ■ nu,,, but
i|ii.ilii\' if pre-
liiir.i Theim-
11. It 1... so fully
s it is in Eu-
liave tested it
(ipertles of the
1 lir |i,-|>I -r.-|~nn
he lie
Kind lor thisarti-
|ik|.> r|iM,-,',l 1
11 effected. As al-
n Lillet
iie months back,
.ililecrop left for
than last year.
1 . -•!....:■..
Mill f
irt her reduced the
uod, rate demand,
( lillis.ui cluvc
■is 111,
■e.iln .nit than
wc li.id sniiposi
- • evti-a fine
siini|ilcs. liiith 1
li-'lisl
.111.1 lieiieli, have
11- 111
■ |, resent week at
vr|■^ tenii.tini; 1
l-iies.
Son f the I3ng-
li^li linnci-^ nii\
■d .-1 11
lle with Iheir red
Willi the results
th.-lt t
1.- pi-ni-lice willbe
niniT extensive!.
inirsu
ed tliisycjir.
Ml-. W. Atlee Burpee
of I'hiladelphia, is
in Loudon.
Sweet Pea Cnpid.—
The following ex-
tract from the
. /-" ' 7, r.. „;,•/.• for
.July 17 fully CO
111 i -
1 -of the
writer respectiii
e which
appeared in voti
".\fcw d:iv«
1^,,
. ■ .■■•■iim .Mrs.
it' 'iw.^i w'!!s'' sli
'£''.
\l... ' -,1-Chep-
■ —meex-
|.. Diled out
to nie hv .Ml-. .Si
lhe,.:,r.lei,e,-. He
liad iilanteil tli
cluiiii
> 1,1 vaiLiusnosl-
tlous. and each
blossom. Some
of tho
clumps were also
podding freely.
Four
seeds >vere sown in
The Plorisxs* Exchange.
Newport's Gardens — Bed of Yucca filamentosa.
a 5-inch potjn'earlyrsprlng'andiilacedjn I stone"quarry,'and^etore|treesand shrubs
a frame, and after being thorouglhy har- could; be planted, the rock^had' to be
dened off were planted out, but great blasted, and fresh soil carted in. The soil
care was necessary to prevent slugs from I is highly impregnated with lirae, and to
devouring the dwari neat clumps. The I that fact I have no doubt Mr. Simpson
garden at Pen-Moel is practically a lime- I may attribute his success."
Newport's Ocean Avenue.
article also practically terminates. At
present many and costly Improvements
Bellevue avenue extends from the heart I are in progress at this point, ae the
of the city to what is now to be known wealthy summer residents are many of
as Spouting Rock Beach, where the them dissatisfied with "the old beach"
famous cliff walk outlined in a previous I since it is now the resort of so many ex-
Fig. ?. NewpDrt's Gardens^Ivy-covered cottage, illustrating growth of Ampelopsis tricuspidata>t Sea^S
The F=5l-orists' Excht^nge.
715
at
strang-ers :iinl c
mitted. llcivtli
sums Df nupiiry ii
bathinji' Ijousrs .
this is tn lircpllr
our most aristi
come iu cmitiut
nection witli tlic
Beyoufl this,
miles is tlie mi
avenue, or as it i
the ocean drive,
the local Hc.rist
ms 111
Island ma
is the <1:
which thf wcll-kn.iwii liKlitsliip lic.iiiii-
its name, is Im-ati-d. and li-oin whk'h dan-
ger sisnals aiv (lisplayrd and s.nindi'd for
the guidance .if jiassin- shijis and steam-
ers bv niK'ht and day. Inasmueli as this
is the prineipaMuKhway for watiT eraft
between .\e\v York ami .\e\v ICnKland,
there is seldom an h.air when slii ny is
not in sisht. tluis affordinn at all timi's
an interestiTiK outlook. The waters of
Narragansett Bay here commingle with
those of the ocean, adding much to the
interest of the marine view which in its
sweep talies in Narragansett Pier across
the bay, and Jamestown on the island of
Conanicut. .Vt one point lietween this
avenue aTid tliesea is i iooseherry Island.
established, .and whereevery opportunity
for fishiiiK is aflorded and enjoyed.
And the otlier side of the avenue is
scarcely less pietnresipie and romantic.
The scenery is made np of high and some-
times perpeiidienlar roeks with bays and
ponds of water which are crossed on
- bridges. The old timers knew tliis sec-
tion as •' Kockv Farm," and thou.yh unw
divided into villa sites, with here .-iiid
there a beautiful house looking seaw.ird
and etivets winding in and aliout .nMnuiK
the boulders, it is still known by many
by that name. Here, for instance, is tlie
summer home of Mrs. .J. K. Kusk hiti'li up
on a rock.v eminence, affording a. sweep
of both land and sea only restricted by
As may reai per 10,000.
About 1 inch and above diam., mixed, $18.00 per
lOUO: $160.00 per 10,(00.
ForcjDj? and other Nursery stocks
grown in quantities.
CASH with packing free, except on apprOTed
Credit.
ROYAL NURSERIES,
LOUIS VAN HOUTTE PERE,
Ghent, Belerium.
When Writing Mention Florists' Rxobnnee
I JULIUS ROEHRS, <
r Headquarters for j
[Palms and Decorative Plants,
I RUTHERFORD, N. J. |
^ f. 0. Address, • Carlton Hill. N. J.^
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PALMS
AND
FERNS.
Thi LARGEST STOCK in the West.
[Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FERNS
We make a specialty of small
ferns for the Fall trade.
Write for special prices on large
quantities. Order early.
JOHN SCOTT,
KEAP STREET GREENHOUSES
BSOO^X^TTM-, 3>T. ST.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Ferqs, Violets, BosesaqiiSiDliax
Transplanted Seedlings from
3 and Bridesmaid
3inoh pots 5 00
carnations: prices on applicatio
Perle
I
Field-i
THE BOOL FLORAL GO., Ithaca. N. Y
-When ■Writing Mention Florists' Excha:
ORNAMENTAL TREES AND SHRUBS, i
• Roses, Bulbs and Hardy Perennials
^ In Large Assortment and of Superior Quality.
f Fully lu-lieve that we can show more Ornamental Trees and Shrubs,
. and a larger, finer l^luck of Hardy
. Moss and Climbers
Hybrid Perpciuai iiiuoo ciiiu i-iiiiiucia .
of the leading popular varieties including the famous Crimson Rambler than m
can be seen elsewhere. We have 32 greenhouses, several of them devoted to
Palms, Cycas, Ficus and Araucaria Excelsa. Personal inspection and corres-
pondence solicited. Catalogue free.
THE STORRS & HARRISON CO., Box 6 Painesville, O.
POTTED STRAWBERRY p™
•hall, M
ywine, Mkhiean. Greenville.
Lnvelt's Early, GaudT. Cuniberlatia. Harker
SharpleBH, TenncBtee Prolific Woclvenon.
59.0011 plants of Glen M iry. Bismarck, Eoor
Aroma Timbrell. Reder Wood. Bubacb, Char:
E«le. Sounders, Schu,.lcr's Gem, HHverland. J
anl many .ithe' VHrielieB. ^^lce8 Biven ■ n app
Latania Itorboiiica, 3 In. puts tSOOierlOO i'andanas I'lllia, eood plants,3 in. pc ts. 9cte. eacl
THE ELIZABETH NURSERY COMPANY, Elizabeth, N.J
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
NEWGANNAS THE CONARD& JONES CO.
LUuAN BbnnlcS FOR FALL DELIVERY. Ask for price list later.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Nephrolepis Exaltata Bostoniensis.
In large and small quantities from |40.00 to $80.00 per 1000.
MINE IS THE GENUINE STOCK.
FRED. C. BECKER, 1730 Cambridge Street, CAMBRIDGE, MASS.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PALMS, &c.
An immense .Steele. PAliMS— Ficus Elastica, Araucaria Excelsa, Pandanus
Veitchii and Utilis, Cycas Revoluta, Adiantum Farleyense, &o. All sizes.
Hardy, strong, home-grown plants. Will last and give satisfaction. Prices
moderate. Price List on application
CHAS. O. BALI., - . Holmesburg, Phila., Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FERNS**
Pterls Serrulata, Pteris 'retica alba,
" " Densa. " Adiantoides.
" " Magnifica, Aspidium Tenemensee.
Onychium Japonica.
$3 50 Per 100. CASH WITH ORDER.
CHAS. F, BAKER, Ulica, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PEACH AND PLUM TREES „^l?hI4'\i'y,.
Reliable and Clean stock at loww liolesdle rates.
All desirable leadint,' varietips of PEACHES, old
and new in fruiting orchards. Have the new
Triumph, Greensboro, and Sneeil fruitJng-
Haveallthe leading Japanese varieties. Abundance,
ali-othe new Ked June and Wickvon in cood supply'.
Usual supply also of Asparneus l{oot^ to offer
ALEXANDER PULLEN.MIIford Nurseries. Miltord, Del
Whpn "Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
'Lots of Good.'
FAIRVIEW FLOItAL CO.
Onmelopsis VeilGHii.
POT-GKOWN SEEDLINGS,
$3.00 per 100; $i5.00 per 1000.
J. KiOLETZ/'-rto^^Dongan Hills, H.Y.
When XVrltIng Mention Flortsts' Exchange
P. OUWERKERK,
1 1 23 Summit Ave., Jersey City, H.l
Just received from our Holland
Nurseries ;
RHODODENDRONS, AZALEAS,
SPIRCA JAPONICA, LILIUM SPECIOSUM,
PEONIES, BLEEDING HEART,
POT GROWN LILACS, HYDRANGEA IN SORTS
CLEMATIS and H. P. ROSES, m the best sorts.
PRICES MODERATE.
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BOSES.
Staking and Tying.
Our earliest planted houses will now
until the plants become so thiclv that
they lay over each other, or portions
get so heavy that syringing whips them
down on to the soil. When this happens,
syringing for spider cannot be properly
done, and varieties that are subject to
blaels spot will soon get affected with it.
There are different ways employed for
stalling ; some use wooden sticks which
are not only unsightly, but they obscure
CDnsiderahle light; others run a high and
low wire lengthwise over the plants, the
lii^h one being about .3t/> feet from the
lower one. A string is then run from top
to bottom at each plant for support.
This is very economical, but after the
strings have been wetted a tew times,
they sag badly, and a good solid job
can't be had. The most approved stlye
of staking is to use a wire rod to each
plant, tied at the top to a wire running
lengthwise. The rods are .31/2 feet long.
We used to use No. 6 wire for them, but
find No. 9 to be just as good. All our
roses are thus staked with the exception
of American Beauty. On account of its
tall habit and not making brush, we find
it best to run wires lengthwise immedi-
ately over the plants, the first being one
foot from the soil, and the balance the
same distance apart until the roof is
reached. The stems can then be kept
much straighter, being not so easily
switched about during syringing. Tying
should be done by careful and painstak-
ing workmen; there is nothing to be
gained by speed at this work. At the
same time a good workman can often
get over more plants in a day than a
poor one. There is nothing makes a
grower more impatient than to have
men t.ying his roses improperly, by pass-
ing a piece of string around the whole
plant and bunching the whole together
so closely that neither light nor air can
reacli or circulate freely through the
plant.
Tlie varieties that make more blind
wood and are dwarter growers are the
hardest to tie up, and one often feels like
cutting it out, but this should uot be
done on any account; at least, thatis my
experience.
During past years very many growers
used to lightly top dress the bed with,
manure about this time, as it prevented
the soil from drying out too quickly and
encouraged root action; but lately the
practice has been very largely discontin-
ued. I have not used a top dressing un-
til spring for years, only as experiment,
and havecome to theconclusion it is best
left alone. As far as the manurial effects
of a light top dressing are concerned, I
have never seen any very material differ-
ence between those so treated and those
not. When our plants begin tn need
notirishnu'iit tliey are given it in the
Our plants are now growing very ra-
l)idly, and the foliage is becoming so
dense that we find syringing must be
watched much closer, or the beds are
very liable to get over-watered in places.
Needn't Go To Klondyke.
Chitty, in
er McC'or-
le widow
; (nmmis-
of M
Paterson on Tuesday last, 1-
nac becomes enriched bv more
.«100,000. Mrs. Chitty was the v
of HeuryChitty, a florist, wliont v;
times was Alderman and I'ark Cn
sioner in Paterson. The couple were
cliiliilesK, and when Chitty died, a little
more than a year ago, he made an
unusual disposition of his worldl.y wealth,
eHtinuited at $150,000. His store and
business he left to Elmer McCornac,
who is about thirty years old, and has
served for a number ot years in the store
as a clerk. Aside from a few small be-
quests the balance of the property was
left to his wife, with the proviso that it
should go unreservedly to McCornac at
her death. She had been in poor health
since her husband's death, and died on
Tuesda.v last. — Journal.
INTERNATIONAL HORTICULTURAL EXPOSITION,
-A.T
.a^ime^xt:
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
KROM NIAY TILL OCTOBER.
August 7. 1897.
The F=lorists' Exchange.
717
JOHN GONLEY & SON,
MANDFAOHIHERS OF
TIN FOIL
2 and 4 Dominick Street,
NEW YORK.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
3VI -a. Bfl- xj n e: .
When Writing Mention Florists'
Exchange
SHEEP MANURE
■ florists' use.
ElermoHA Koseswill be taken in exchange.
GODFREY ASCHMANN,
SHEEP FERTILIZER
PULVERIZED. COMPRESSED.
A Quick Germinator and Crop Forcei
iTATnSAL. 0S0SLE33. CLEAH 10 HANDLE.
JOHN J. PETERS CO., Long Island City, N.Y.
When Writing I
Florists' Excha
M. RICE &CO.,
Importers and Manufacturers of
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.
25 K. 4tli St., Philadelphia, Fa.
HEW FALI, 0ATAI.OOCE MOW BEADT
►♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦♦]
I "JKDOO" I
X FIBRE and LIQUID are used and X
« endorsed by the leading growers. *
^ Try them and be convinced. ^
♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦^
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CHOCOLATE COOLER CO.,
GRAND RAPIDS, MICH.
Manufacturers of
FLORIST'S REFHIGEIIITIIRS.
Send for Circular.
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TELEPHONE, 1782 18THST.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
DEATH TO THE INSECTS
KENTUCKY '
E„ra,. „f ^ ^-X *" M
Tobatou hav 31 /Y' " '"" ' ""
inprthehijfh j ,
THE KENTUCKY EXTRia GO. Columbus, 0
SOl.K MAMKACTIHERK.
Book of illrt'ctlonn »*eiit [:poii Apiillciiiloii,
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Butted Glass
Clipper Bar.
uf. But do not think that this is^he only barweeell, for
is not; we furnish what people wjint and there is nothinK
srreenhouFf miilfrial that you cannot ^et froin us, and all
(ipen-air-dried Cyprefs clear of bright sap, stained sap,
LOCKLAND LUMBER CO.
LOCKLAND, O.
ireseut give your soil a good stir-
ili-auing it and the plants of weeds
li'cayed or bad foliage. Give the
i-nne im-.v grow ver.v cio.si',
n liere and tliere to draw them
, lot of young plants potted
utting bench iu :i-im'h pots the
ly and i< red Ualz, both ot
ftler iu 5-iueh, wliich size
•ge enough to produce fine
K. Theo. Bock.
up IK BOIilllESS.
Xi;w.\i!K V.u^i.KY. X. Y. Mrs. W. H.
Wright is buildiuga greeuliouse here, and
will embark iu the florists' business.
OwoBso, Mich. — Herb B. Deal has
rented the Central greenhouses.
Rome, N. Y.— J. H. Roles of Syracuse.
N. Y., has leased the Clinton greenhouses
lit Mrs. Cora Klwood.
Gi.<
Hiuisr diMirkerpcr at \V;isliilim 01
also the care of his father's cstati' a
fu, of which he Is executor require
his attention.
Exhibitions.
■WEI.CH BROTHERS,
FLORISTS'" SUPPLIES,
■p'Srp'rn'^ra'ci: \ boston.
Wire Designs, Wheat Sheavee, Baskets, Im-
mortelles. Cape Flowers, Cut Flowers. Boxes,
"ler supplies, at prices to meet com-
■^ ■ H^ Hi WrouthI Iron Pip*. Valv**, Oooks, Fll. ■ ■ ^ ■ B ■ ^M ^^
ninr •■»(.. I., Sl..m .nH Hot W.t.r; W ■ I Iff ^ O
Wf ■ ffV Bi Rubbtr Pump* and Wall Polnta. ■■ ■■ ■ ■■ H ^
I II b WM. H. KAY, 42 Day St„ New York. W ilk W WV
Make_ain_Early Season HS^'i;
:(^; .ROUND Ti_LEj fY^Fp^lf."^ ' '
AGRICULTURAL DRAIN
ncaustic Side Walk
I.JACKSON II Thi
Florists' Exchange
VALVES and FITTINGS i^-^-*"*^^'
^^^^^7^,
For Pipe and Tubing.
VENTILATING APPftRATUS.
COLDWELL-
WILCOX CO.,
Newburgh, N.Y.
l-N-h FOB CATALOODH.
^ Chadborn's Automatic ^
i y — *:«-.^.~- ^^ V
} CHADBORN, KENNEDY & CO. ?
f NEWBURGH, N.Y. J
When Writing Me
When Writing Mi
FOR MILDEW IIID RUCK ROT
[MTAHE A7^ SAVE THE BLOOMS!
WW NIKOTEEN
iw ^^^ DOES NOT INJURE SENSITIVE
i^<- VM PLANTS. USED FOR FUMIGATION
IP^^. l^A ORSPRAYIHCINDOORSOROUT
L2^_i>2v/\-^ 200 POUNDS TOMCCO IN ONE PINT NIKOTEEN
Price $1.50. ALL SEEDSMEN.
Mention Florists' ExchanRc
Boslon Florist Letter Co.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
N. F. McCarthy. Treas. & Hanager.
..'»m:v boston, mass. m.°«i.'.%v
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SOILERS FOR SALE!
Two No. 3, Style C, GURNEY HOT
WATER DOUBLE CROWN BOILERS, com-
plete. In use five seasons. Were heat-
ing 30,000 square feet of glass for Palm
growing. Offering for sale because we
are increasing our capacity. These
boilers cost $450.00 each. We offer for
S'200.00 each, f. o. b., Riverton, N. J. Also
one Locomotive Boiler, 11 ft., 4 ins. long,
lire 1h)x, :i ft., '.I ins., by 2 ft., 3 ins., with
2s :! in. tubes, i: ft., 9 ins. long, has been
used for steauE at 30 lbs. pressure. Will
sell tor S.")0.0(.i. Is in good order and
ready for servioe at once.
HENRY i. DREER, '"sS^^r"' PHIH., PI.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
718
Xhb F=i-orists* Excht^nge.
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Contents.
Adornment of K.R. Stations .
American Carnation Society .
Books Received
Carnations
Convention of S. A. F. . . .
Dendrobium Orchid Beetle .
Lilies, Two New
Mignonette
Newport's Gardens (Illus.)
Providence, The Convention Citv
Qdestion Box
Seed Trade Report ....
Trade Notes ;
Chatauqua Lake, Providence.
Cleveland, New York
Boston, Buffalo, Philadelphia
Pittsburg, Syracuse, Utica .
Terre Haute, Ind
Cincinnati, St. Louis, Washington
Chitago, Detroit, Montreal, Torout
Violet Leaves, In.jdry to (IUus.) .
Will Tour Nominees Stand? .
For the Busy Man.
Louis Menand, of Albany, N. Y., the " grand
old man " of the florist trade, celebrated his
90th birthday on August 2 last.
President Graham, of the S. A. F., tenders
some good advice to the members of the
Society. See page 720.
The convention at Providence, judging from
our reports this week, will be well attended.
The Philadelphia contingent has decided to go
via New York.
aullior in addition to presenting his own
knowledge of the varioussubjects touched
upon, lias drawn very extensively from
[lublishcd bulletins, reports of horticul-
tural scieieties, and contiibutions by differ-
ent wiiteiK to the technical press; so that
the work may be looked upon as being-
more of a compilation of existing litera-
ture on the various topics dealt with
than an attempt to present matter that
is purely original in clianictcr. That
apart, however, the book contaiiisa vast
fund of useful infoi-mation. as tlie follow-
ing list of its contents will show, viz : An
Introductory Discussion, comprising an
inventory and classification of fruits, the
fruit zones, the outlook for fruit-grow-
ing : the location as to climate, with a
full discussion of frosts; the tilling of
fruit lands: the fertilizing of lands; the
planting of orchards; secondary care of
orchards: why are orehai'ds barren; dis-
eases; insects and spraying; picking,
packing, and storing fi-uits, shipping, etc ;
photography and nomenclature. A ver.A-
useful bibliography comprising all the
.\merican books in the author's librar\'.
which are devoted to the general priiui-
jiles of fruit-growing, is also appended.
Tlie following extract from the chapter
devoted to the "commercial outlook"
contains common sense talk and is
equally applicable to the florist as to the
fruit-grower.
"Two sets uf factors chiefly control or de-
termine the outlook of the fruit-grower; the
personality of the grower, and the prospec-
tive conditions of the market. Few people
appreciate how personal a thing success is:
yet everyone knows that any two persons
placed in the same physical and environmen-
tal conditions, and given an equal chance,
will arrive at very various results in business.
and sterling honesty. . . .
"It is indisputable that there is always a
demand for the best. There is not enough of
the best in any commodity. A man cannot
make the beat unless he has ability for it.
It is more important, therefore, that the first
tillage and fertilizing and pruning and spray-
ing should be applied to the man and not to
actjuiring discipline for the direct prosecution
of his business, he is at the same time open-
ing his mind to all the sweetest pleasures of
living. On the other hand, there is always a
surplus of the ordinary. In fact, it is the
ordinariness of it which makes it a surplus.
Now. inasmuch as most men are ordinary, it
follows that moat things which they make
will be ordinary; and it does not matter if
we raise the standard of all men, the greater
part will still be ordinary, for we have only
raised the ordinariness of the mass. This
would seem to argue that the great majority
•best.' That kir
best of which there is the least, it m
be intrinsically the best It is simply 1
""' ' petitit
!S, theref
aim to have something or to'^do something
which his neighbors do not do. although it
may really not be any better than n hat they
do. We are apt to be discouraged by being
told that ■ there is room at the top,' for if we
all get to the top then we are all on the bot-
tom. It Is better to sav that 'there is room
at the top and on the sides.' The best, as
commonly understood, is really the unlike.
"If every occupation is already full, then it
follows that the choice of an occupation re-
solves itself into what onecares for and what
he has capital tor. He need have no fear
of his success if he grows what people want,
or puts it lip so as to make them believe that
"Perhaps the last thing which the farmer
learns, in respect to his own business, is to
thoroughly master his local conditions. He
must feel that his problems of soil and expos-
ure, his limitations of capital, and his own
tastes, are all unique and personal, and he
must then begin to workout his results in his
own way. What he can learn from books
and teachers are principles and truths, he can
acquire an ability to grasp his local prob-^
lems: but he must solve his problems tor
himself. This is the secret ot that close and
single-minded attention to business which
makes for '
IJrofitn
nre. a.s already
ven quality of truii
■ ot th€
4t farmers are men who were not
ip on the farm, or who, at least,
■'come into the business with train-
skilled judgment, and espi daily
oo much stereotyped knowledge,
fore, without prejudice. They are
:he bonds of traditio
agricultun
that every lurmer is uiw o
ger, and it is probably
xecutive business men will be obliged
their attention solely to those enter-
to which they are best adapted : so
and the
Year Book of the Department of
Agriculture, 1806.— The famieras well
as the horticulturist has reason to be
thankful to the U. S. (iovernment for the
assistance it renders them by the distrilm-
tion of such valuable and heliifiil puhlii a-
tions as the "Year Book." 'I'Im- vnUniir
for ISfJG has just been receivnl. .-iiid .-iii
eiuiineration ot some eis on -Seed Production and
Seed Saving," by A. .1. I'ieters: "lii-
seases of Shade and Drnameiital Trees.'
by B. T. Galloway and Albert I'. AVm.ils:
" The Asparagus Beetles," by V. H. Chit-
tenden; "The Improvement of mir .Na-
tive Fruits," by L. H. Bailey: ■ Tlie Su-
perior Value of Large, Heavy Seed." liv
(Jilbert H. Hicks and John ('. Haliiiev:
"Olive t'ulture in the United States, " iiv
Newton B. Pierce; " Pnmiiig and Triiiii-
ingof Grapes:" bv the late K. ('. L,.de-
man.ete. The volume emitains ovei- Cdo
pages, is profu.selv illustrated and well
and attractively bound, and will lie wel-
comed asa valuableadditioii to the hnrti-
eultural and agricultlllal liter.-ltliie of
iiu.deru times, i iver .-iiKi.iinii ec.iaes are
House Plants and How to Succeed
With Them, by Lizzie Page Hillhouse,
220 pages, cloth, profusely illustrated, and
with complete and ready reference index
to all plants mentioned. Price $1. A.
T. De La Mare I'tg. and Pub. Co., 2 to 8
Duane St., Xew York, juiblishers.
Recognizing tin- f.-iet that uo book ade-
quately covering this subject haseverbeen
puWished, Mrs. Hillhouse has undertaken
to fill the deficiency, .-1 nil ni..,st al.Iv and
effectively has she aeeoniplisheil tin-task.
The result is a book of infonnatiini and
instruction, written in siiiijile language.
which will be prized and consulted In-
every woman so fortunate as to become
its possessor.
The reader will be both surin-ised and
delighted with the great range of plants
which this book tells it is possible to sne-
ceB8full.v raise in the house. Cliapters ,-n-e
devoted to Bulbs, Cacti, Ferns. Flower-
ing Plants, FoUage Plants, Lilies, Palms.
Shrubs, \ines. Creepers, and I'.asket
Plants, and one on plants niiel.-issitied.
A separate chapter on the pi-oiiagation
of plants is extremely intei-esting. as it is
here so many fail. Retail floi-ists would
do well to recommend this book to their
patrons in search of infoi-maticm on how
to take care of their plants in the home
Will Your Nominees Stand ?
At previous conventions of the S. A. F.,
the meetings have been brought to a
deadlock, and the business tliereb.^-
clogged through the withdrawal of jiai-
ties from candidature for offices after the
workofvotinghadbeencompleted. .\ n-
currence of this condition could verv well
be obviated, if those desiring to ]il'aee in
nomination certain individuals, would
first of all obtain the consent .-md eoiieu]--
rence of the desired nominees t., tlieir
names being put forward. This seems
to us to be absolutely necessary, both as
a matter of fairness to the non'iineeK. and
as tending to expedite the work of select-
ing officers.
The new system of voting dispens.s
with the old-time cloture, and allows e.i el I
individual member a choice of a caiidi
date. It is not to be supposed, however,
that every delegate will have a different
nominee; and asa matter of enlighten-
ment and guidance, it would be well that
the names of such nominees as are wilUng
of ofhcers for any soe
matter for frivo'ht.\- t
its consummation.
We learn that the
a brisk contest foi
the offices. May the
is. the men liest'litted
vork.
ors, see to it
ling- to stand.
i: that
s, and
lualifi-
ind thi
that vc
New York.
Wholesale Harket.
Avery dull week is about all that
can In- said as regards business. StiTck of
all kinds is hei-oniing niore plentiful.
r.Misiili-r.-ilily. Imt till- gr.-iile is low. con-
sei|iiently there is but vei-y little money in
,000 is
i-y large
lot sold
lilt, but
Carnations keep wonderfully good, and
the supply and demand just about equal
up, at an average of .fl per 100 for good
blooms.
Convention N«w8.
A livel.y interest is being manifested
in the forthcoming convention. .Judging-
ond
An assignees auction sale of the stock
of garden and Hower seeds, florists' sup-
plies, bird foods and office flxtures of the
F. E. McAllister Co. is announced for
Tuesday, August 10, at their store, 69
Cortlandt st.
Cleveland.
Trade is Extremely Dull.
The usual p.i-i,.,l ni summer dull-
ness is now on , -mil Hade is almost at a
eoniplete st.i ndsi I il. t lerasional funeral
iil-di-]-s e,-uise ;i sliglil nil n elilellt. but large
i|ualitv
1 1 prices
. Lilies
ml And
to $1..")0 for best stock.
Asters are very good
dozen.
August 7, 1897.
Thb Plorists* Excht^ngb.
719
Park ill
catPfl I
"hard times."
Recent visitors were: W. H. Hill, repre-
sentiug D. Landretli & Sons, Philadel-
phia, and C. V. Lohrniau of Lohrnian
Seed Com pan V, Detroit. T.
Philadelphia.
went had a \rv\ ;;. 1
Bhootins .■vents «
gram, and in .ill tli
came out witli n r\,-,
breaks. Tlini' wn
angles, 5 t.irni'ts 1
doubles. 'I'hcii can
teams cho.scn by Tl
Ham K. Harris r.f
the event being 1.5 t
t-ARTLEDGK TEAM.
Anderson 1;"
ColHesh l.--
Reid 7
McKaraher '1
Jones !
Cartledge li
Next came the baseball game of nines-
composed of store men and growers re-
spectively. This iranie ci-eated gi-eat
amusement fm- thi-s|ii-.-t:it.irs. 'I'li.- cn-Di
column w.-is wi-ll lillrd Snmn.-l s. I'l-n-
nock carrii-d .iff tin- Inmci-s «itli t w.
HARRIS TI-:
Allen
Bell
Ill lack u! time, the
liiws: Storemen. 12
> i-aee which was run
•■i- .Moss won the first
the second. In the
contest came next;
were iil,-iy<-d. ow ini:
runs; gnivM-is. lo r
iutwohi-ats. lie.H-
heat and A. L. Phis
final. Plush won by
The wheelbarrow
this was to wlieel the barrow to a mark
30 yards away, the contestants being-
blindfolded. The prize was won by F.
Adelberger, John Westcott being a good
second.
Next came the potato race, about 1<»
potatoes being pUu-ed in line :'. feet apart,
each to be picked up sin-ily ;ind ilejinsited
in a bowl. Jcdiii l-:ii-hinnli;iin u.-is the
winner. The ladies wlu-elljarniw con-
test was won by .Mrs. .Magee wlioproved
herself to be an cxpi-it in this line.
the porch nf tin- old mansion, while an
orchesti-a pi-nvidcd .suine very good mu-
sic throughout thi- afternoon and even-
ing. All present went home well pleas-
ed with the outing.
GlubHeetlnK.
The meeting on Tuesday last was
a very enjoyable one and was well
attended. Pour new members were
elected.
The subject for discussion at the Sep-
tember meeting wdl be, -■ What Was .\c-
complislii-d at tin- S. .\. I-'. ( '. in\ c-ntiiin.'
and will lii-(ipcni-d li\ l-;dwin Lonsd.-ik-.
point, he thought it the best policy to
sell to the department stores.
liiilicrt Kift i-cad a letter ic-cived from
a lli.i-ist in tin- sniinrlis i-claling how the
dcp.-u-tnieiit stores had linrt his business,
.-ind st.-iting that cu.stomers were contin-
n.-ill\ (]iiT-.-.-i-.
nc, f..r till- nibei-s of theclub
.- Kim It-. 11 Nurseries on .-August
iMi.isiiiM ..1 the thira annual
III till- 11.11 ists and BLrdeners
,-ls tli.-gn
sis i.f til.- linn. The invitation
The unl
nisin-.l.lis.-nssi.in, "Is It P,di.-\-
to .Sell t..
l.-p.-ii-tnn-nt Stm-.-s?" was tlii-n
taken iij..
William K. Il.-ii-i-is uas.-all.-d
upon as 1
- «;is ,-|hs.-nl ;il 111.- I.isl iii.-,-t-
::ii-t,„'li;.
he was g
lil til .s.-ll t. 1 -
nlil In-nelit Ih.- ti..,l,, ...s lli.-.sc
ml customers that the llorists'
stores ili.
not. From a grower's stand-
The narket.
Business in the florists' line or even
talk of it has passed into "innocuom-
desuetude," and there is absolutely noth-
ing d.iing outside of funeral work. Tht
niarliit il.ii-s n.itoffer muchthatis choice,
an. I wlu-ii iirilcrs are received, callingUoi
s.ini. tiling line, some difliculty is found
exhibition Notes.
I'erennial jihloxes and antirrhinunn-
w.ri- the specialties for which prizes wert
.iffi-i-ed by the Massachusetts Horticul-
tural Society last Saturday, but the exhi
bits were far from being up to the stand
ard. M. B. Faxon madea good showing
of sweet peas, embracing 112 named
rieties. William Thatcher showed a 1
seedling delphinium, forwhi.-h Iien-.-.-i
honorable mention. J. Warren (I
showed a fine collection of gla.Ii.ili.
first of the season. M. H. Walsh cxliih
f.inr fill.- sp.-.-ilni-lis of Ilv.lrangca .-vii
.-In. la li.ii-t.-nsis. full .if 111. 1.1111. Will
iinrit for C'ypripedium {'orningii.
Kens Notes
A party of representative florists of
tin- Hub and vicinity gave a testimonial
t.i 1-rc.l It Mathieson of Clematis Brook
on l-"ri.lav. The steamer "Charles L.
Matli.-r ■ was chartered and left Commer-
(-inl whni-f at '.i o'clock with a jolly party
ali.iai-d, ami the .lay was spent cruising.
(isliing, .-t.-. Tin- iiai-tii-iiiantsall enjoyed
W. H. Elliott ami .\. F. McCarthy left
on Thursday for Tim Pond, Eustis, Me.,
for a week or ten days' trout fishing.
Charles Jackson Dawson is rusticating
at Lake Champlain.
E. J. Welch returned on Monday from
a in.inth's onting at Old Orchard, Me.
.I.ilin liai-ry is at Sing Sing, N. Y.
.I.ilin (I'K.-il.-y is spending his vacation
Buffalo.
Heather and Crops.
Agreeable weather for the season
prevails, the extreme rain-storms
having subsided. A quiet shower in the
rly evening of Thursday of last week
brought a bit of hail, but no serious
damage is reported. The past wet spell
IS to have been unfavorable toasters,
apparently causing some disease in them .
The early ones are in. Queen of the Mar-
ket, white, bringing at wholesale, fl per
dozen bunches, the consumer, in turn.
paying 10c. to 1.5c. per bunch. Sweet
peas are plentiful enough, with quality
f.-iii- .It pr.-s.'nt. Carnationsare quite
lis are compelled to
hat might be termed
shai-es.
par
ivhile William
I committee in
ei-ests.
At this club meeting, 'besides routine
business, plans for an annual outing were
entered into. The matter was placed in
the hands of W. F. Kasting. John Milley,
aii.l William Lcgg. Tlie afternoon of Fri-
.biy .if n.-.\t \v.-.-k .111. 1 the Bedell house
anil gr.inn.is .111 liinn.l Island as the ob-
j.-ctiv.- sp.it. are c. nisi. lered most favor-
able.
JotUnga.
C. F. Christensou's greenhouses, at
least the most prominent range on Dela-
ware avenue, have been taken down, evi-
dence of his retirement from business, foi
a while at least.
esting results in a public department of
such interest to the city as is our present
and coining botanical collection.
The leading Main street florist stores
now close at 0 P. M.
Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Koth of Columbus.
O.. en route to Niagara Falls, called on
Friday last.
H. M. Earl, of Burpee & Co. of Phila-
delphia, and also Daniel Offerle of War
ren. Pa., were recent callers. Vim.
Pnrdy & BlauTBlt. . . 726
Rofiera Park Fl
Rolker 4 4 F..
Sheridan W F
Louis Cut Fl To.
ulerbruchHLCo.
im Cunningham J H..
Heawauhaka G'h tes.
Cottage Gardens..
7.^7 Chocolate Cooler Co. "11
■J^l Bool Floral Co 716
'211 Breunemau JD 721
'26 , taUon JL 721
IloyleJA 721
,oa limmans, GeoM.... '21
HelBsJ B .- '21
Hopp ,(; Lemke ''Jl
Jackson & Perkins
Co 721
Lan.li.s & Co 721
VlacBean A S 721
Nafl Plant Co 721
Ouwerkerk P 716
Plerson F K Co. 711
atorrs h Harrison Co 716
Decorative Plar
Baker OhasF
BallCD
BaUer.FA
Becker Fred C
Bool Floral Co
Cottage Gardens
Elizabeth Nurs Co...
Pitcher & Manda
dtorrs& Harrison Co 716
Van Houtte Louis. . .
WittboldGeo
Exliibltiuno
Burpee WA s Co..
nsha
miott Wm & Sons. 712
Faust H G iCo 712
Herr A M Tli
Jennings E B 712
Mahoney Q L & Co. . 712
Micheil HF 71S
Prunty Coas E 712
Rupp J F 712
Schiller J L 712
Siebrecht * Son 711
Shepherd MrsTB.. 712
SoltaaO & Co 712
Zirngiebel 1
712
Index to Advertisers.
miiott Wm H.
Horan Jas & £
Uac Bean A S
mil Mui-phv, W. E. Doyle's fore
1 just returned with his wife froi
I'liileil tour through Pennsylv
iiiis.
.M. Wood & Co. are making extensive
rations at the Waban Conservatories
ntick. Two houses have been taken
II and a large exhibition and Faiiev-
f.-rn house will 1 reeled.
Merkel C & Son . ,
McCarthy N F * Co. 727
Balbsand Roots
BallerF A 7:
BergerHHiCo.... 7
Clucas ft Boddlngton
Co 7
Blhsl! Pollworth... 7:
Micheil H F
Ouwerkerk P
Plerson F R Co
sohmltzFW O
Shepherd Mrs T B.
Storrs & Harrison C<
Van Houtte Louis..
Vaughan'sSeedSlor.
Weebor i Don
Grallert & Co. . .
Hancock 4 Sod.
Harrison John..
Cltrysanlhen
Beckert T F
Cottage Gardens. .
Elaele C
Merkel C iSon..
Murphey R H. ..
Ellis & Pollsworth..
Ford Bros
Qnnther W H
Hart UlchaelA
McCarthy NFSOo. 727
Cottage Gardens. .
Dorner F * Sons C
Eiunians Geo M..
AschmaUD G 711
BartlettQeo S T2I
Peters John J Oo 7i:
Flower Pols, Tubs
Ernest 'W H Hi
Hews A H aOo TM
Hilhneer Bros Tii
McCarthy N. F. & Co. IS.
Syracuse Pottery Co TJ.
WhlUdln Pottery Oo 7-.:^
Carmody J D '
Chadborn- Kennedy
Oo ■
Ooldwell-WUoox Oo. '
Oowen'sN Sons
Dletsoh Aft Co '
Hltchlngs ft Oo TZ5
Jackson J H 717
Kay WmH 717
Lookland Lumber Co 717
Lord ft Burnham Oo 7J6
Uonlnger John OCo 717
Ormsby E A 71.=i
Steams AT Lumber
Co 1
Wolf A Q ft Bro 7
Second Hand 723 727
Geraniums.
Cottage Gardens....
Shrubs. Flowering
and Ornamenlal.
Jackson ft PerkinsCo 721
Ouwerkerk P. . 716
rs 4 Harrison Co 716
Houtte Louis... 716
mllai Plants.
BaUerPA 728
Betscher Bros 728
Bool Floral Co 716
Brown AL 7i8
Butz W T & F P 728
EiseleO 728
Eisele .T G 728
Hon
I J* So
Liebsch Paul. ...
National Plant C(
Schneider Fred.
Seidewitz EA...
Watson W A
Wood Bros
721
Supplies and
Requisites
BayersdorferHftCo "28
Boston Letter Co .. . 717
Oonley John & Bon.. 717
Ellis ft PoUworth .. 727
Ellison W 726
Hendrix W W 724
, 728
Kasting wm F...
Eennicott Bros Oc
LittlefleldHp'.'!
Marshall ft Eliis",
McCarthy NFftOi
McKellar 0 W...
Meyer Jno 0 ft Oo
Micheil H F
Reed ft Keller....
RloeM ft Co.
Welch Bros . ,
Joosten OH 717
KentuckyExtract Co 717
Louisville Tob'ooOo 717
Skaboura Dip Co.... 717
tniscellanenua
Greene ft Dnderhlll. 721
Hughes Geo J 7:8
Mahoney Q L ft Co.. Tl'i
tlu«bro-*ni Spawn
Micheil HF 71:)
Weeber* Don 712
Nursery Stock,
Or'namenlal
Ja.-kson ft Perkins
Co 721
Pullen Alex 716
Storrs ft Harrison Co 716
Littlefleld H F..
Pierce FD Co...
Scollay Jno A...
VegelabW P
Grossman CM..
Uargadine EC.
Pullen Alex
Rimby Horace.
SchuurPJ.. .
Vincent R Jr ft S
icsandVll
son ftPerkinsCo 721
Kadleti J 716
Ouwerkerk P 716
720
The Plorists' Exchange.
Injury to Violet Leaves \
St Ik
o
lla t 1
thev 1 1
e k n d
fou d to 1 e t
e\t a t f
t i
na 1 1
I d ti&t,
t e I ests f, o
t en
c 1 e d n pi c
e o tb n tl
tl I t n
or le to b otf
Mignonette
I 1 T 1 t Ne \ 1 k [
n t f Ho t, ut It o
h I e t
COBBEilPGNDEIIIE.
U he g 1 Use
cat } c r an
t> cri sse I do 1 ot 1 ec
Two New L lies
The Dendrobium Orchid Beetle
Convention of the S A F
E or Florid » Exchanue
b 1 e t c Ti p oacl es f c
so 1 0 e c
\u u o ca
V ddt
r ett u"
tie Klto
I ebent d
1 te est
1 be Oht
tt
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et St t,ro
te 1 1 c o en
" t off o
o etbn^, a
I ehp e 1
tie s
f P eh 1
t
le t
\ T
Adornment of R R
Grounds
Station
h ont port
^\ f tb t
r
The F=i-orisxs' Exchmnge.
721
VIOLETS! VIOLETS!!
MARIE LOUISE. Pot erown. clean and
healthy in every partlcnlar, Ifi.OO per KlU ; *4o.00 per
KHK). Sample plant. U)c. Cash with order.
WM. J. CHINBiICK, Trenton, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FARQUHAR VIOLETS
SlroMB. healthy plants, from pots. »5.00 per 100.
Cash wiih order.
THOMAS F. O'BRIEN, Folsom St.. Roslindale, Mass-
•When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
moLETMHarle Louise.
Stronjr, healthy, 3 inch, pot grown, no dis-
ease, ready for August delivery.
*3 per 100 ; 9'Z5 per 1000 ; Cash.
GEO. H. BENEDICT, Yorkville, N.Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VIOLETS
Very healthy, Marie Louis
stocky plants, $».00 per 1000.
Also CARNATIONS, for Fall deliv<
Soott, McGowan and Daybreak, clean plani
F. G. MENSE, Glen Cove
When Writing Mention Florls
, fleld-grown.
LI., N.Y.
3' Exchange
YioLETs Mf mum
All first-claes plants. Orders received n- w
for fall planting Marie Louise, Lady
Campbell, S-wanley -wtiite
Princesse de Galles, Call-
a. Price uu application.
D. BOUI.ON. Sea CIlO. L,. I., N. V.
Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
nd GeorBiana Piul
XHEO. F
BECKERX,
''bX,"'pitt.bur.. Pa, SLEHFIELD.P*.
rltlng Mention Florists' Exchange
CARNATIONS ALL SOLD.
SEND FOR LIST OP
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
WEBER & SONS,
p. O. Bo> 67,
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
Twenly-flve best varieties for cut flow-
ers; Pink, Whiteand Yellow, at J3.00 per
100; JIS.OO per luOO; my selection, from
R. H.MURPHEY,Urbana,Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CARNATIONS
VIOLETS
Lady Campbell
ruuied cuiiinKS. $1.50 per 100; IIO.UO per lOUU,
JGSEPH RENARD. Unionvilla, '"ct" Pa
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
40,000 FIRST QUALITY FORCING ROSES
{■ully equal to Ihose sent out the 1
WOOTTON, I-A FRANCE.
KAISERIN A.
NIPHETOfS,
AMERICAN BEAUTY.
BELI.E SIEBUECHT
METEOR
PER I.E.
BRIOEiSMAID. SAFRANO
J. L. X3ILLI— 3Sr. B1003
slDvxrg, Fa.
ROSES
ties, 3 inch. $4.00; 3\4 inch
$6.00; « Inch. $7 00 per 100. Califorala Violets. Asparagus Plumosuc
A. S. MacBEAN, Lake-nood, Ne-w Jersey.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ROSES, CARNATIONS.
I still have a nire lot of Bride and Bridesmaid
Roses. 3 inch pots. $4,(0 per 100. Will have the Ouest
lot of fleid-arown (tarnations I ever had, tor Sep-
tember delivery. Write your wants and Bet a low
"''w 1 1 1'aUo hlfyfa fl ue lot o^f PR I NV1. A Vli*°e^ot
'o'f'l)otplLn\"oV°rA>ipB'E"i?LVlOl,°ETs"''° "
WKITE FOR PRICES.
CEO. M. EMMANS. Newton, N.J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ROSES.
, $1.1
Wootton, 75
per doz.; $6.00
CJIimning
per 100.
Cash with order.
JOHN A. DOYLE, - Springfield, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FINE FIELD-CROWN
CALIFORNIA VIOLETS
$.5.00 p<.'i- 100 ; $40.00 pn- 1000.
&NGHOR&GE ROSE CO., Anchorage, Ky.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
QRALLERT & CO. j
ICARNATION GROWERSJ
COLMA,«^^„*."» CAL. 8
ing Mention Florists' Exchange
LOOK HERE
TERMS CASH OR C. O. D.
C. MERKEL & SON, Mentor, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FINEST STOCK OF FIELD GROWN
CARNATIONS
Oft
growtl'finl'he'St"'
GEO. HANCOCK i SON, Grand Haven, Mich.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
EDW. J. TAYLOR,
Wholesale
Carnation firower,
SOUTHPORT, CONN.
When Writing Mention Flor
FOR SALE.
3000 SCOTT.
2000 LADY EMMA ."
strong Plants, now ready.
HESSION,ClarksonSt.,Flatbush,L.I.
Wlifii Writing Mention Florists' Exc
ROSES
BRIDESMAID ONLY.
strong. Healthy Plants, 3'-^ in. Pots,
$4 per 100; $35 per 1000.
LANDIS& CO. Lancaster, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ROSES
ROSES
1000 BRIl ESMAID, . ]
1000 BRIDE, . . . $5 00 per 100
500 WOOTTON, . . J
1000 PERLE $6.00 per 100
Slr..ni. plants from 3M In. pots Cash. uh order.
JOHN WHITE. - Elizabeth, N.J.
Field Grown Boses, new and old varieties
Clematis, Ornamental Shrobs, and Trees,
Fruit Trees and Small Fruit Plants.
Price List ready in July. Write for it.
Brine anil BniiBsiiiaiiiiioses
,.$2.50 per 100; »?n a
Golden Unir, 2>« Inch »i
SMIIiAX PLANTS II
THE NATIONAL PLANT CO., Dayto
When Writing Mention Florists' E:
Ohio.
CARNOTS.
375 fine plants, 3 inch pot". Will sell cheap
or exchange for good 9IEXEOR.
HOPP & LEMKE,
simPLOii sm
OF
varieties, •4i^ it
In. pots.'iVod'aii
lira, 2ii in. pots.
m, i^ in. pots..
pots
Rex BrgoniH, 3 and <
Mra. Folluck OeranI
Mt. of Snow Geranli
Bronze Geranium, -4',
Snow Crest Uaialrs.
Roses, 2^4 and 3 in. po
■' 2H Inch
ROOTED CUTTINGS.
Mrs. Pollock $2 0(1
VIncaavar I.'ii
LemoD Verbena 1 .2.5
Snow Crest Daisy 2 00
Terms Casli or C. O. D.
GREENE S UNDERHILL, Watertown, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Harrison's White
CARNATION.
New Carnation, sport from Wm. Scott.
JOHN HARRISON,
738 Bergen Ave., Jersey City, N. J.
When Writing Mention florists' Exchange
•«/%^/%^%^'«^
I f^ARNATlONS
L
J
F. DORNER & SONS CO
La Fayette, Ind. ^
FimW|6ll|flT|0|IS
kiiidaaild prices! Delivery after Sept. 10th.
LOGAN AVf. GREEKHOOSES, Danville, III.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
•leleor, ' Btlcn,3ft.hlrh.
Must Accompany
Cash or First-class Bank Pelere
all Orders.
J. B. HEISS, iieSo.MainStJayton, 0.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
722
Providence, The Convention City.
Swan Point Cemetery.
The F=i-orists' Exchange.
through a
ing viues :i
shaded iiji
Fronting 1
wherealni.siHin
vaiting. From the ter.
minus of the Gove
ruor street route, also
of the Brool.- Htr(
et route, is but a short
that are aiuuiif; tlienrc
tionsofthe.-ity. At tl
litci-tiiral .-itli-ai-
. l>niw oftlie hill
the car tuiiis sharplv •
. tlii^ north iiiti.
Prospect stiirt, aii.l t
iiMv bursts u|Miii
our vision tlic l.-uunus 1
one of the earliest ei
11, -vs founded Hi
America. It is a libcia
Iv [uana^vil llap-
tist institution. iciiiHlr,
inl674,asKhodelsl,,.i
1 Colli'uv. It\va.s
removed to Provid'iR'
ill 1 1 ,0. and it
1804 Its present name
dopti'il.
cratic section of the .it.
. i;y a slight rte
teway hidden hy trfiil-
iiilo a circular plaza
iilrs 1),\ immense elms.
iiKissive bed of deco-
'\[X plants encircling a
louiuiiiii, while to the right is a
imI of ih.iilodendrons. It would
issil.l.' to mention a tithe of the
111 and meritorious points of inter-
n article of tiie limits of this, and
11 not attempt to take any specific
route or direction, hut call attention to
the more important or conspicuous I'eat-
I'.eaeh i
tricacles, the shore c
which the authoritit
tiike justifiable pride
Within the grounds
vines and shrubs ha\
oughout the prei
duous and i
viation from tlie car route, we
another of the pulilic parks, rdackst
presented to the city in IsiiC). It
wooded ravine of nui'cli natural beauty,
extending along the shore of the .SeeUonk
River, and contains aliout live acres. A
brook flows through the park, and in
summer time the place, though but
slightly improved by art, is quite attrac-
tive, and is visited by thousands.
Here we follow the handsome new
driveway, the Blackstone Boulevard,
passing the extensive greenhouse plants
of Timothy O'Connor and E. J. .lohii-
ston, and eventually we arrive at our
objective point — Swan Point Cemetery.
Near it are the beautiful grounds of
the Butler Hospital. In 1879 a former
patient presented to the hospital a con-
servatory, called the "Corda .Sandford
Conservatory.'' It is 1)0 feet loui;, l'.", irrt
wide, and 12 feet high, and is rich in its
contents of rare native and im]iorti'd
flowering- and decorative pluuts. 11 is in
charge of Cliarles Forbes, a gardener and
florist of wide exijerience. I'uder his di-
rection the entire grounds have been
vastly beautified, and man^' handsfune
beds of (lowers gr.icc the ' premises in
every direction.
Swan I'oiiit ( ■iMiieti'i-y .'iiljoins the
grounds of tlie I'.ullrr llospit.-il o
I. el tri- or more nuraer-
here.
Hours could be pleasantly and prolit-
ablv enjoyed here amid nativeslirnbliery.
trading vines, flowering plants, stately
trees, ami choice exotics, ami so aitistic
Utica. N. Y,
J. C. Spencer is enjoying a vacation
ith his brother at the Thousand
Islands.
Peter Crowe is the only florist we have
so far heard of as expecting to go to the
convention. C. F. P.aker'shealth hasnof
dug I
the
iwhile ago, Mr. Pleifer slipped, broke
nto the glass, and cut one foot so badly
hat blood poisoning set in, and for a
line it looked serious for him, but he ie
ill right now.
\'eiy little business now, and the flor-
sts gi-nerally are cleaning up, repairing,
mil painting. J. S. H.
Greenfield, Mass.
PESTIOH BOi.
OPEN TO ALL .
Answers Solicited f
. FREE TO ALL
1 Those Who Know.
(118) Violets in Caniati
ations do not make a
1 in the same house;
\-\\\ suffer. It may be
inette, pansies, or sweet
I Cold House.— What
II a low house without
.fanuaryl, that would
.■n.— Vior.nT.
vould do fnirlv well for
ithe
vhicl
i-ise
.11 pUi
convention delegates. 1 have ii-
frained from drawing attention totlie rx-
pensive shafts of marble and grauitr. the
" iposing monuments or impressive luau-
lennis tliat in every direction silently
test the presence of those who have
(lie before, but not the least are these
uspicuousfartors iutlie wholeensemble
this beautiful and picturesque scene.
With this meagre description of the na-
tural beauties of Roger WlUiams' chosen
city, we will bid adieu to Providence,
leaving those who visit us during con-
vention week to be surprised at other
equally interesting *ipots, and next week
will eiijoy a sail (on paper) down Narra-
gausett Bay to the City by the Sea.
W. H. M.\S0N.
Syracuse, N. Y.
late to plant; possibly it would be
to plant fairly early varieties. Otherwise,
we do not knowof any use for such a house,
other than for storage purposes of such
plants and bulbs as need limited protec-
tion.
(130) Shipping Flowers to Market.
— C. Li. B.— To ship in bulk, proper boxes
or cases with trays are the best. Anoth-
er plan which is iheeting witha good deal
of favor in New York City is to sllip in
Pittsburg.
should
for the
mention bus
week was ve
nothing going on to help the florists'
trade. Collections are also very .slow and
more of the boys would feel like attend-
ing the convention if monies due them
were paid promptly.
That competition certainly is very keen
is shown by the close bidding for trees
Counties lia
the late i-iii
tirely w.isl
acres of i;i-
,dncl
pose
driveways,
beautiful founta
all skilfully and f
a ramble or a d
joyable. The ii
are unexii-llnlin
and good taste.
members of the
cultural Society
tionfrom the M
bet\
July a difference of .■{?.■!. 00.
Superintendent Falconer ■
Park, who spent several wi
East, visiting New York.
Buffalo, Brooklyn, and P.ost.
small boxes mai
e of strong paper with
in very liglit wooden
to carry, sav, .">0 special
•ns.-s or lllli o
]iei-haps l.>0 ordinary
illes. These bo
^es are placed in skeleton
fames holding-
s or 12, and so shipped.
20 to 40 bunches of 50
blooms each.
(131) Pansieg
for Spring Sales.—
H L. R-Paiis
'or a few weeks
vet. either broadcast in
frames or in .i
fi-,-iine and then trans-
planted into pii
iiii-eil fi-auies and exposed
till- fl-,-|llles sholl
.1 be covered with sash;
llll.i IIS till- well
her gets more severe the
sash is <-ovrn-
1 with straw mats or
-s until spring. At any
time when tln-
veiither is mild enough.
(V.iJl Piping
~1 have 1,200 lineal
feetof4-iu.-|l p
pr with which I wish to
.,-r iiouses. each l.'JxlOO
feet, with riil^-r
lo feet high and -n-ith 2
1 one side wall in each
each house ii
Hi how slioiild it be ar-
ranged-.' I liiiv
■also a (inantitv of ly.
ipi- that 1 would like to use
loiii house. I'OxlOO feet. It
ide \\-alls .~» feet liigh and an
oodeii roof of single ceiling
h roofing felt. How should
■ arranged ? The top of the
■ foot below the floor level of
ise and three feet below the
liouse. H., ni.
best results in your climate,
I lianlly be enough for the di-
sc and for tliatcropitis desir-
■ some of the pipe overhead.
It well be secured with large
H-li pipe only is to be used for
V seven oi- eight ruus should
-;irh of till-Ill. ,-ind the pipe
i-ill
second half-century of its existence as C. L. Macy's greenhouses were s
hallowed ground. The main entrance is I July 21st under mortgage foreclosure
having a royal time at Atlantic I itv.
J. F. Uibbs of Woodville, Pa., suffered
quite a loss a few days ago, his residence
being destroyed by flre.
E. C. Rki.neman.
Hamilton, 0.
John Lodder & Sons an- biii
lin-' t HO
iVrt. Hilll
high wate?lli:i|-k."'
Theo. I'.oi-k is oviiliauling his place,
painting .-iml ii-|i;iii-ing and getting it
intoflrst-cliissroiHiitiou liy fall.
No convention delegates from this
town; too much work, and I think, too
Uttle money ; the convention.eity is too
far away. Novice.
:liey should
lould prefer
enches, or may
•it will behest
I that will per-
lie piiies over-
is trouble from
Catalogues Received.
HULSEBOSCH Brothers, Englewood, N.J.
-Wholesale and retail catalogue of choice
Dutch bulbs, seeds and plants.
ALBERT M. Herr, Lancaster, Pa.— Price
List of Pansy seed.
August 7. 1897.
The F=i-orists' Exchange,
723
GHBIISTIOIIS.
Cleaning the Houses.
HousiiiK timr is fiist niiprn.'K-liiiiK. aii.l
no time Khoiild hv lost imttiiiK tin- liouscs
iu order to receive the iilants. ]f there
are any who still make ai)raeticeof using
the soil for several seasons or removing
only a portinn of it, to them I wniiltl
like'tocinph^isiz.. tlir nr.rssity ..f Insli.
dieuts di
the ordii
meal, \vi
and oiil,\
the 1m
beinj;
disinlc
ly, th.
plants
ones.
the s:i
cleaned cif all Iniisc nililiisli. ;i i; I cn,ii
of lime should be stivwn uinhr tlir
benches, and all woodwtiiiv w liiiji 1- noi
painted should behbi-rally \\a,-.|i..i \\iili
it. Limeistheliest aiA-riit « tli;i\ .■ ).. ,-,l.
sorb the dami) ami ii]iIh-;iU1i,\ ixldis
which collect in a yrais tiiiir. n tlrr
odors of a house an- vilr or uiilnaliliy to
a person, they aiT e(|ual!,\ so to itM-'.tr-
nation. Tlnsiilaiit, iinliaiis moi c ili.in
any other n-iveiilmiise jilant. .Iriiiaiids
pure atmosphere just as iniiddy aiKJ
shows the effects sooner, is au established
Referring again to lime, most of the
readers of the Exchange will remember
the article by Mr. Darlington, explaining
how he used sulphur with his hme-wash,
and the good effects he derived from its use
in his rose house as a preventive of mil-
dew and kindred ailments. I have once
before advised cainatioii liTow.-is tn iis,.
it in the s.-lllli' inallliri-. hriU'VllI^;' it tol.,
a good tliiim. and woi't liy ( .1 our I irsi
ially aid'iu krri.ili:;' ill rluTk many ..1 tin
fungus diseases to wlii.li tiif lailiatiou i>
Weare iisiim it mnv in all ol oiii- iiousrs.
dark wcai li'i c oniini'iiee
Any ini.' « lio is fainilia
of late iilaiitiiig will rei
the importance of havii
filled with the roots of t
the weather is still wiiiii
may be argueil by soim
this is just the tim.' I
growing, and ii nv 1
turb them, uien ii\ \\
weeks longer, tlir iilani^
this very argiiiiient is in
planting. r'irst, the
handled easier and "
large
later.
stil'l i^
The American Carnation Society.
E'Utiir F/'iriV(.s' Exchange.
statements he
the object for i
in called, it sei
Terre Haute, Ind.
3. G. Heiul made one of a jiai-ty of .-KM)
who recently mad' a toni- oi .Mixi.o. liv-
ing and sleeping al.oanl spcrial trains
which is the only way to ilo that coun-
try in comfort. Mr. Heinl speaks most
enthusiastically of Mexico's glorious cli-
mate and native flora. Adiantums make
great growth; Bongainvillea glabra at-
I is working up quite
.is eordata compact;
.d will 'beiu great
Shiremarstown, Pa.
manui-e, etc.
Pine 3, sh, N. t.
Babylon, L. I.
E. B. Sutton, Jr., has extended his vio-
let plant this season by the erection of
two additional houses, each l,"ixl."i(l feet.
This will make ten houses in all. About
00 plants have been planted. His
ation houses have also been supple-
Ird liy theerectiou of onemore house,
l.-.() feet.
Baltimore.
George G. Gill has leased the green-
houses attached to the jail which were
formerly run by the Jail Board. Mr. Oill
will funiish the plants necessary to keep
the jail yard in trim.
Passaic. N. J
William P. Kesteloo's infant daughter,
.\nna Susan, died suddenly on July 18.
NOTICES.
THE ANNUAL MEETING
Of the Members of the Florists' Hail
Association will be held in Music Hall,
Providence, R. I., at 4 P. M., on
Wednesday, August 18, 1897.
JOHN Q. ESLER, Secretary.
.VIISCELLANEOUS WANTS
^VANTED.
WANTED
To purchase at a low price, within a
radius of 30 miles from New York City,
a small florist's plant with from one to
five acres of land, and two to five green-
houses, by a young man starting in the
business.
E. T. DICKINSON, 1 Broadway, N. T.
BUSINESS^MPPORTUNITIES
FOR RENT,
SITUATIONS WANTED.
. without display. When letters a
) sDd when set
ommerclal place. Singl*
glTUATION
near New Yoi
man, having had cliar^e I
able forctnjr. deelgnB. gene
1 stock. Addr.
gITUA
Address Robert
27 City street. Utlo
.K.vr-'
■
S-b^liiroleTeVfei'-e-rrbl-rt
"nlSe^'ear's
w\--asr?r."e?c'.ire^
Si,-'^"dd't'is'sl^7^?lt?,'iir.?n"
H^s^i
QITUATION wantei
»^ flurist. cnmptlenl
glTUATlO
pardeniDg and gr
flowers, ferns, palms.
jardener. 263 Broome stn
HELP WANTED.
place, not afraid
Good place tor right man. State wagi
required, age, references, etc.
CHAS. H. MILES, Florist, Rutland, Vermont.
FOR SALE CHEAP.
FIVE GREENHOUSES
AT RAMSEYS, N. J.
HITGHINGS & CO., 233 Mercer St., N. Y.
NEWPORT, R.I.
For sale, the property of the late Gilbert L.
Ward, comprising more tli»n 6 acres, just ovei
the Hue in Middletown. houses and stable
hounded on the east by Easton's Pond, on the
west by the New Boulevard; commanding an
extensive unsurpassed scene of landscape, lake
and ocean. For full descriptiOD and particulars
with plan, apply to A. J. WARD, Sole Agent.
32 Clarke Street, Newport, B. I.
WALHUTHILLGREENHOUSES
FOR SALE.
Located at Independence, Missouri. Ten
miles from Kansas Cily with Kapid — ——
Plant established
at home. Present plant bulltenlirely new tw
vears ago ; two houses lOflxSO, one 100.\10. po
ting and packing room 16.V.W, and boiler she^
Especial care taken in building, everythin
rtrst-class and substantial. Patent ventilatir
apparatus, working perfectly. City water.
Mghly.
railing health of proprietor. Address at once
N. S. GRIFFITH, Independence, Mo.
In care of McCoy Banklne Co.
Wh-'n Writing Mention Florists' Exrhanee
H Great Help and Saving
The FLOKIBIS' Exchasoe i» a (jnal help and
•avluB In aoiiBts when Ihcy want aiiylh'ni;. »« ''"^y
MX get what they want without having 1.. look
thr ugh a lot of oatalogtwa. p McQILI.IVEAY.
Brattleboro.Vt., July 14,1897.
UflUTcn A Brst-class unmarried gardener
nun I CU experienced and acquainted with
T months prefer
WANTED.
A thorough c-ut flower grower and
plantsnian. must be sober and agreeable,
and a hustler. State wages and refer-
ence. Address
F. M.. care Florists' Exchange.
WANTED.
FOR SALE-SECOND HAND.
FOR SAI.E CHEAP.
E.vtra good second-hand 3 aud i inch pipe
■W. H. SALTER, RocIieBter, N. T.
kITGHINGS BOILERS
FOR SALE.
IS new. Also one No. 16 In good
Mil be sold Utvc If taken at OBce.
G. IIOOI). FlorUt.
GREENHOUSE SASH CHEAP.
The siielies and yellow pine rafters <)f two
honsi^s 86 (t. long, consisting ol 9 ft. x m ft.,
and 6 ft. X 334 ft. sash ; also ventilating sash
3Htt. x3ft.; also the sash and yellow pine
B. ASMC8, New Darliam, N. J.
[Writing Mention Florists' Exchang
724
Thb F=i-orists' Exchange.
Hot-Bed
Sash
Tenons whlte-lended. Corners se-
cured with iron dowel pins. Every
detail of construction perfect.
Made of Clear Cypress Lumber.
Quick Shipments.
3 ft. X 6 ft., 3 rows 10 In. glass.
3 ft. 3 in. X 6 ft., 4 " Sin. "
4 ft. X 6 ft., 5 " Sin. "
Not glazed, 1% in. thlcli.
Delivered Prices
Quoted on application. State size
and quantity wanted. No order
too small to receive careful atten-
tion, and none too large for our
facilities.
LOCKLAND LUMBER Co.,
Lockland, Ohio. >
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
St. Louis.
Trade Bcinaliis Quiet.
Ktill quiet and
I HAVE YOUR JlpLLECTIONS MADE
SliTIONIlL FLORISTS' VoTrD OF TRADE,
BVERV PLORIST OUGHT XO
IK8I7RE HIS GLASS AGAIKST
HAIL,.
PLKNT LKBELS!
WhenWrittne Mention Flor
STANDARD
FLOWER POTS
W^. H. ERNEST,
station M, N. B., WASHINGTON, D. O
STANDARD ♦ POTS.
We are now ready to supply a superiol
quality of Pots in unlimited quantities.
Catalogues and price lists furnished on
application.
A. H. HEWS & CO.,
NORTH CAMBRIDGE, - MASS,
When Writing Mention Klurlsts' Excnaiiag
William I>inKcnl
rink has retur
1 nii.iitirs vacati(
n spi'iit in Dci
'I'll.' Micli.'I I'l.i
and •.■iveiiliouKcKl
1 (irdrr tci I'ct
lu.siiicsH. Iiasi'ciiiii
It lliilinsslhlc
on its pru|,..rtA- ,
in Inisliicss as li
Washington.
Trade la Qaiet.
Business is about as quiet as i
possble for it to be ; were it not foi
neral orders the stores might as wel
closed. With the exception of ast
which by the way are very flue, rtov
are quite scarce. Gude Brothers arc
ting some La France and Kniscriii r.
which are remarkably lai-Ki' cunsiilc
the weather; the same flnii lins hicu
ting some excellent asters f;rn\\ ii iii.-
field-growu flowers, oven uinlcr tin- ii
1 for Boston the latter
pared t
) th
>ni.
"
DeltgBte
tolher
„
\\
ash
l.'-S
ngt
1(
STANDARD FLOWER POTS
CYLINDERS,
Witb Imndles, an
ulazed stene collar,
.1. L. LuciB.^ am
the summer at iiud baby boy. G. W'. O.
Cincinnati.
lormant. The
ably warm ; we
in fact, an un-
ThomasWindram is building anev
I'liation house, 100x20 feet; R. Witter
letter isbuildingtwocarnatinn houses
I their return.
I Charles A. Gretz and wife leave Tuesday
for a vacation trip to Port Huron, Mich.
1 1 July 29 the daily press announced
; that Mrs. Law, wii'i' of W. 1'. Law of
I Shelbyville, Ind., Ii.hI lieeii I hicwii from
' her buggy and l;il;ill\ iniiii-.il. l>v the
) I horse running awav. A IrKei- received
I iiy the writer from .Sir. Law. .mthe.'nst.
DO NOT BE HUMBUGGED
scoLLAY's, 'tSn^s'iY^Sr GRE H SILK « LI " E
IMPROVED
PUTTY BULB
PITEIITfLIIIISPailllLEIl
For sale by your Seodsman
JOHN A. SCOLLAT,
74 & 76 Myrtle Ave.,
BROOKI.YN, - N. Y.
SEND STAIWP FOR CATALOGUE.
iginal and only slLKALlNE
r JOHl»» C. MEVER&CO.,
nmer Street. BOSTON, MAKS., U. ». A.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
GALVANIZED WIRE PLANT STAKES ''- fpfard^ °°°
RUBBER HOSE from 6 cents per toot.
H. F. LITTLEFIELD, WORCESTER, MASS.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
^ WO ODULTERATION BONE FLOUR wo ACID
30 References: Fred. Domer & Sons Co., La Fayette, Ind.
> John H. Taylor, - Baystde, L. 1.. N. T.
^g- 5> B. (). Hill & Co., - Richmond, Ind.
.-<^ ± L L. May & Co., - St. Paul, Minn.
- ^^^^ ■ GEO. S BARTLETT, 1255-1257 WEST 6th St., CINCINNATI, O,
^^^^ SUCCESSOR TO C I N C I N N ATI D E S I CC AT I N G C O .
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
AGOODHOSEisaGOODINVESTMENT
The best is the cheapest. To ascertain what a hose is worth, divide the coet per foot by
the number of years it will last. We are in the market to cnmpele in number of years with
myihing- that is manufactured. Price 12cta. per foot for J^inch; 16ct8. per foot for 9:^ inch
.iud aOcis. per foot for 1 inch hose.
" Best hoae I have boujrht in twelve years."— N. Stcder. *' It is floe." B. G. Hill.
^«m.. Address J. G. & A. ESLER. Saddle River, N. J.
When"Wrltlng Mention Florists'
Si -t £!> XX d £1. XT d
'loiWT-^xr
'ots.
8«nd for our Now Prioo List with omfra discount*. All oar Pots, from 7 in. and upwards, hav<
jar Palsnt Exoslsior Bottom, which Is a great advantage, as It iusarea perfect drainage.
A FULL LINE OF BULB PANS.
THE WHILLDIN POTTERY CO., 713 to 719 Wharton Street, PHILADELPHIA
Kearney and Weatslde Aves., Jersey City, N.J.
BRANCH HOUSES:
Jackson .
Pearson St., Lodr IsI
. N.T.
WhenWi
ng Mention Florists' Exchange
FLOWER POTS-^
We ore MnnufactarinK a Full Line of
STANDARD FLOWER POTS and HANGING BASKETS
OF THE BEST QUALITY.
Shipping Facilities FirBt-Claes, tliereby Securing Lowest Freight Kates.
Our goods are well packed, and breakage is nominal. Give us a trial. Send for Price List.
4ddresa THE SYRACUSE POTTERY CO., 403 N. SAUNA ST., SYRACUSE, N. I
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
I St!l
that
SepdnrBulb Pnn
Tin..H.OO: 18x20 In.. »l 60.
atest machtoery for making
best qaallty. Addrfas i
HILFINGER BROS. POTTERY,
FORT EDWARD, N. Y.
■WTien Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
tlieirstol'elro
le c-oniei
i.r
Fourth unci
of
Walnut streets
Fourth
E
G
GiLLETT.
FIBRE==Every plant grown in it thrives
without earth.
LIQUID==The best, safest and cheapest
Fertilizer sold.
THE AMERICAN JADOO CO.,
811 Falrmount Avenue,
PHILA.nCi:.PHIA, PA.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
U. S. Patent and
Trade Mark.
The live Florist is now planning for next ;
Are you he? If so, or not,
do not overlook the assisting features that might go with use of a set of
LONG'S FLORISTS' PHOTOGRAPHS.
INTENDED FOR USE IN TAKING ORDERS. NEW CATALOGUE FREE.
Also a new and adaptable FLORISTS' CATALOGCB of Cut Flowers and Arrangements
CIKCDLAIl ON APPLICATION.
DAN'L B. LONG, Publisher, BUFFALO, N.Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
August 7, 1897.
Xhe f=i-ORiSTS* Exchange.
725
LORD & BURNHAM CO.,
HORTICULTURAL ARCHITECTS AND BUILDERS,
STEAM A?«D HOT WATER BEATING EMGIKEERS.
Plana and BstimateB fQrnished on application.
Lar(**t Bulld»rs »; ar**nhau«* Struoturcs. Sli Hlch**« Awards at «ha World's Fain
X^CDTITD
I poBtage for Illustrated Catalogue,
BTJi?.isri3:-A.3v-fl: co..
1
, CfPRElS
' IS MUCH h|»RE DURABtE than pine.
SASH BARS/
UP To^« FEET i«LEHaTH on LONGER.
RE EN HOUSE
\ AND OtHER BUILDING MATERIAL.
>forourlltuatrat« the date ment:
Wholesale Growers of Gut Flowers.
V
500,000 Feet of Glass.
We can fill all orders on short notice with all leading varieties of ROSES and
CARNATIONS. We are headquarters for fine AMERICAN BEAUTIES.
Give us a trial and convince yourself.
SALESROOM 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO, III.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
A fine stock of VAI.I.KY on hand throughout the Summer. Also a full line
of all seasonable cut flowers.
During July August and September we clce at 6 P. M.
I 612-1614 Barker St. Bet. chestnut & Market su. Philadelphia, Pa.
I oi«lanr,> 'Phon« B210.
WhenJVriting Mentiun Florists' Exchange
Wholesale Cut Flowers,
Floriot SuppllM. Wire Deslgna.
2744 Franklin Ave., ST. LOUIS, HO.
C. A. KUEHIV,
WHOLESALE FLODIST,
1122 Pine St., St. Louis, Mo.
A COMPLETE LINE OF WIBE DESIGNS.
in£. F=. SH E Rl DHN
Wlioleaale Comml.ion Dealer In
CUT FLOWERS
39 Wsac 38th St., New York.
'lelepnone, 21*— 38th St.
PRICE LIST SENT ON APPLICATION.
TRAENDLY & SSHENCI,
Wholesale Florlstsj; '
S8 W. 28th St. tnd CUT FLOWER EXCHANfig.
NEW YORK.
Telephone 961-18th St.
«9-ConBignment8 Solicited.
JOHN YOUNG,^
Wholesale Florist,
51 WEST 28tli ST.,
NBW YORK.
WM. J. BAKER,
Wholesale Florist
1432 So. Pent! Square,
Philadelphia, P«.
DUMONT & CO.,
WHOLESALE FLORISTS
CARNATIOI^S A SPECIALTY.
No. 1305 Filbert St., Philadelphia.
Illinois Cut Flower Co.,
51 Wabash Ave., Chi
Special discounts on Wire Work dur-
ing July and August. -
KENNIGOTT
BROS.
C0MP4HY, 1
Wholesale
•Gut
• Flowers,
88 -wabasb Avenne, ||{
CHICAGO,
ILL.
WIRE WORK A
SPECIALTY.!
ROGERS PARK FLORAL CO.,
WssalsErowsoflliiirkrs
H. L. SUNDERBRUCH CO.,
Wholesale Commission Florists,
4th and Walnut Streets,
CiNCINi^JATI. OHIO.
Consignments Rolirited. Special Attention G
C. W. W^ORS,
Wholesale Florist,
313 N. LEFFINSWELL AVENUE.
8T. I.Oi;iS, MO.
I VOTE KOSES-Sdipped caret tilly to »U
parts ot the country.
I When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
August 7, 1897.
The F=i-orists* Exchange.
727
Wholesale Florists ; ^jomers.n
FLORIST'S
SUPPLIES.
k
FLORISTS* VASES.
Horllnilliinil Aucllonffra.
64 HAWLEY STREET, • BOSTON.
GEO. A. SUTHERLAND, |
V •ucecasoil to WM. J. BTEWABT,
cuTriowEiisaBdrLomnuprLiESi
WHOLESALE.
6y Bromfield St., Boston, Mass.
Citj Hall Cut Flower Market
WELCH BROS., Props.
Re^lar Consignors Given Spare Free
of Charge. Space let to growers wishiiiK
to Bell their own goods.
Flowers Shipped to all Points.
...SEND KOR PRICli I.ISX...
Buffalo Cut Flower Exchange
WHOLESALE COMMISSION.
lOSSKiMlESTS fOUlITF.D.
481 Washlngtoa St., BUf'FALO, N. V.
Toleplicine. Seneca, 130i;.
HEADQUARTERS Nervrr, us 1
WM. F. HASTING. K'lffX,
St. Louis
Gut Flower Go,
FLORISTS,
1620 Olive St.
ST. LOUIS, MO.
» E. G. HILL & CO.,
5 Wholesale Florists,
RICHMOND, INDIANA.
FOR FINEST
Qalax Leaves and
Leucothoe Sprays,
ALWAYS WRITE THE INTRODUCERS,
Highlands Nursery, Kawana, N. C
HSFIIBBIiDil PLOPIOSOS HfljIOS. "Z^Br::
^V^. H. ELLIOTT, - BarxgliL-fcoix, Is/Lsbss.
WhenWrlting Mention Florists' Excliange
Galax Leaves.
CHAS. H. RICKSECKER, Unvllls, N. C
Wtien Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Chicago.
Club's OutloK.
iniicli roiiiiii.'iil \vii« hcanl on all sides of
till' liriu'lit iiiitlciok for- liigli-grade flow-
ers the 1 iin« uiiitir. Particularly no-
tiicalplc wiTc till- live houses of single-
stein ilirvsaiitlieiiuniis, each plant grow-
ing from one to three flowers. Thetotal
will easily number 10,000 to 12,000
lilooms, if all goes well. A portion was
planted early, and the plants are two or
three feet in height; the balance are
later, dwai-f and stocky, all being in per-
fect liealth.
"he next oiitiiiK' will not take jilace uu-
tnvvard the oiid of .Vugust, when
isilaleand Mr. Ifassett areon the tapis
snnie week day to be hereafter an-
1(11(1
of Lincoln Park, has
of old Portia carua-
tlower garden, that are at all
ss of bloom. They were set
roijggrown :i-Ineh potplants.
rieties we
has been ^
grand tlo-
' the newer va-
jnstifles all that
or. Chicago is a
promise, and "will add interest to this
class of plants yearly increasing in the
West. W. M.
Davenport, la.
Detroit. Mich.
Harry Halsley will lie with 11s wi
Milwaukee.
Currie Bros, are rel
up generally.
.1. Freytag is rein
to his plant.
V. 11. Whitnnll Willi
Cohocton, N. f.
judge at
Bay Side. N.
By the explosio
establishment of .lo
dtvy last, the tlrei
was severely Injun
Montreal.
tlngn.
•kcl'
St Tl
iii-S(l;i>- was tiicday I'o
irieiid rill.
•\ L. .\tkii
•orable bus
s'is in town .ind rei
tiess.
pii I'.-iii.iiii ii
uhi.l, «,i> (h'sci-vedly
« .iidc.l ;i s|H
•hil hr-i .l,....|,h I'.cnnett
lit ll|> IIIM' |M,
^ .11 1 iliiiin hini'itoliiiiii ro-
'lllii. ;iimI hi-
■i-"' 'ii' ■s.cdHsisting
nil. «,i- ..
1 and was also
"h'.lili'lh'', :'
,, : ^ iiii.l.'. L.Atkins,
1,(1 W .lit., U
" ' W. W.
Toronto.
Here.
r.nsincss
is down to the usual sum-
|,T (lulllK'SS.
TIk" roses and carnations
Ifcivd air, ivi
1, f, \v excpiitions, of poor
i.|.- ,iit Mowers are good
11(1 \i\\ |.li'iii
tics,- >,.l,la,t all prices;
1 V I-. i.lanted outside,
tcl.ruini.hm
n .hi \.-r.\ well.
Cricket Malcli.
The eriel
it match between Hairrv
laic's I'.ranip
on team and a t<»ani of the
ciicrs- and Florists' Ahso-
atidli « .-IS 1
.,^,.,1 (,i, Wednesday. .July
imI III.' ■' I. nil
1 xi,i> ,-h|i|.ci\ and lijid to
l.n i.ii ; hilt
v.. liia.lc the hcst (,1 it, and
if the Gai'den-
(,n was a poor
til nearly nine
Brampton. Ont.
Har
V li.-ilc is not yrowinn (luitc so
laliv
ciir\s.iiilliciiiiiiiis tills \c.if; what
arc lookiiiL; >. n . !.■ ,1. ncl \ lyor-
I'.ci-iiiaiin, \1 11 -Ici-son,
sede .\l(,iit , . . 1 M 1. -t ear-
■sain
l>f.>nii«'"'li ! 1 lulled:
•t .-in
|ll-,-tlV , \-|' " 1 L.-^US is
tell
i,.r;,l,M- 7 ' 1 . - . ■ .i.-cs is
-I. III. Kc.i .s|(i(l(T is kept
1, ,, i.> the inaiiy who snp-
si,.''t ill ,ii',lci"t('i''"r'o\v I'liis'iiid'is!
'iisal
Ic lilailt sllcccssflllh. .Mr. il.-lle is
W. .\l.
Albany. //. r.
Loni
t .Menalld eelelirated Ills until
Hid 1
•allli ;iiid 1, ids lair 1(1 see another
728
The F^l-orists* Exchange.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS — Last Call.
jpaon. The Queen,
«M|| *Y Strong bushF plants,
OmiUnA t2.M per hundred.
PllBmDHIilinPIFLOIIII
Frum 4 Inch pota. fiOO per 1(jO.
ASTER PLANT?*— Choicest colors, SempleV
BraochlDK ChryBanthemum flowering, lotendf d to
35.000 flue 2 In. Smilax,
$-'.uO per lOJ: $12..50 per IIXW.
BETSCHER BROS.. Can.l Dover, o.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SMI LAX
floral worb, (1.00 per doz.
P. A. BALLER, Bloomlngton, III.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
iiSOIOOIIELEQYPLOIITS
Golden Dwarf, ■White Plume, iind
Giant Pascal, 30 cts. per im; wl.75 per
lOUO. Cultivated and strong. Send 10 cts. lor
sample. Cash with order.
HORACE RIMBY, Collegeville, Pa,
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
iOQO mm PLHUTS
In 3)^ inch pots, strong and hcaliliy.
S2.SO per 100.
ASA L. BROWN, Davis Ave., Kearney, N.J.
iWr
ing Me
Flor
psparaps Plumosus Nanus...
ng pla
SEED, i
Cash with
pondents.
R. ASMUS, ■ - NEW DURHAM, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
S7VYILHX
strong, healthy plants, frojo 2}4 inch pots,
81.50 per 100 ; $12.00 per 1000. 51 0 at 1000 rates.
ASPAR^^GUS.Teuuislmus and Plumosus,
from 4 inch pots, $8 00 per 100.
JAMES HORiN & SON, Bridgeport, Conn.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
UNTIL AUGUST THE fSth.
singly 111 tissue paper
ive!l-grown SMII.AS
It »1.25 per 100, or tlO.Oi
light and wrap every plan
that the p'antB will not ge
le 50U satisfaction, or you
money will be refunded. Cash with order. Order
FRED. SCHNEIDER, Cleveland, Ohio.
761 Cran-ford Road.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SMILAX!! SMILAX!!
strong plants, from 2 in. pots, $2.C0 per 100;
S16.00 per 1000. Extra strong, from 3 in. pots,
$3 00 per 100 ; $26.UU per 1000. 30,000 fine plant s.
W. T. & F. P. BUTZ,
Successors to Paul Butz & Son. New Castle, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
S.ttll.AX-Strong plants from pots, 12 00 perieO.
JOHN C. EISELE,
20th & Ontario Sts.. PHILAOELPHIt. PA.
BELLIS PERENNIS
— AND -
SWEET WILLIAM SEEDLINGS,
HENRY DECKER, Orange, N.J.
When Writing Me
Florists' Exchange When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Largest Stock In the Country,
All goods up to date, and of
superior quality.
Send for Illustrated Catalogue.
H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.,
B6 N. FOURTH STREET, PHILADELPHIA, PA,
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Florists' SiipmiBS.
LARGEST AND BEST STOCK OF
PREPARED CYCAS LEAVES
TO BE FOUND AKiVWHERE
Metal Floral Designs, Sheaves, Doves, Baskets, Moss Wreaths, Wheat, Milkweeds,
Cape Flowers, Wire Work, and all Florists' Supplies.
Write for catalogue. Free to the trade.
A. HERRMANN, 404-412 East 34th Street (Near Ferry), New York,
Manulacturer ol METAL FLORAL DESIGNS, Importer and Dealer In FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
When in Providence.
Trust in Providence •"'"°"''""
.Good Judgment
xhibit of Bulbs and learn of the great
0 the Convention, don't omit to call at my o
193 GREENWICH STREET, Near Fulton, NEW YORK,
to purchase a grand lot of Lllluni Harrjsil, Oxalls, Buttercup, Clilnese
?9arcissus and other Bulbs from Bermuda. Ako eu-iteamer Cliaiupagiie, fronn
Havre, the ttnest French Bulbs, such as ■White Roman Hyacintlis,
itlonster Freeslas, etc.
C- H- aOOSXEN, Importer.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
LILIUM HARRISII
. . . AND . . .
LONQIFLORUM
BULBS.
SMILAX PLANTS
621/2 INCH POTS.
S2.00 per loo. Casli.
EDWIN A. SEIDEWITZ,
36 W. LEXINGTON ST., BALTIMORE, MD.
yhen Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
20,000 SMILAX.^
Good strongplants from il}i and 8 in. I
pots, October sowing, $1.76 per 100;
$15.00 per 1000. Cash with order'. i
PAUL LIEBSCH,W. Main St., Batavla.N.Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' ExQKange
CELERY
»l.uu per 1000; »9 00
per 10,100.
SatiBfaction and Special Low Ex. Rates G
Most Practical Book on Celery Growing, 75 cts.
PETER J. SCHUUR, Kalamazoo, Mich.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CELERY PLANTS
C. M. GROSSIIIAN,
Mfolcottvllle, Ind.
When Writing Mention Florists* Exchange
VEGETABLE PLANTS
CABBAGE— Henderson'sSucoession, Early
Flat Dutch, Lupton, Autumn King, Burpee's
Sure Head, Late Flat Dutch, Premium Flat
Dutch, Late Drumhead, Mammoth -Kock
Red and Drumhead Savoy. Field grown ;
15c. per 100; tl.OO per 1000; $8.50 per 10,000.
CEl,ERY— Dwarf Golden Heart, Golden
Sell Blanching, Giant Pascal. New Rose,
White Plume and Giant Parque Celeriac.
15c. per 100; $1.00 per 1000; $8.60 per 10,000.
Casta MTltii order.
R. VINCENT JR. I SON, White Marsh, Md.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
STRAWBERRY PLANTS
POT GROWN.
Carrie, Mlctaigan, Earliest and
Enormous, SOots. per dozen.
lOe 1000
Brandy-wine $2 00 $18 00
Rio, Candy and Babacli.... I 80 17 GO
Xennessee 1 00
16 100
Celery Plants, good, strong
•* *• transplanted... 20 1 50
Cabbaice Plants 15 100
Cauliaower Plants 25 2 00
Samples for Stamps.
E. C. HARGADINE, Felton, Del.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CYCLAMEN
GIGANTEUM
Have you been disappointed in quality, supply or in any
othei" way ? If so, we can certainly satisfy you in
Quantity, Quality and Price.
Being the largest individual receivers of these goods
this year, and acting as agents for the Bermuda Bulb
Growers in the U. S., we are better able to serve either
Florist or Dealer more satisfactorily than any other
source of supply.
Also Freesias, Calla Lilies, Buttercups, O.Kalis, and all
other Bulbous Stock.
To color, i. e. White, White with red eye.
Crimson and Rose. Fine plants, from 4 inch
pota, ready for 6 inch shift, $17.00 per lOU ;
mixed, from 4 inch pots, $16.00 per 100.
ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS
2H Incli pots, $7.00 per 100,
Caeh with order from unknown customersorC.O.D.
■ r.O.B..N.Y.Cltj.
CLUCAS & BODDINGTON CO.
Importers, Exporters and Growers Agents,
Telephone CMi 403 isih St. 501 and 503 W. 13th St., N. Y. CITY.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SEAWANHAKA GREENHOUSES,
OYSTER BAY, QUEENS CO., N. Y.
jAS.aCLARK, Supt. P.O. Box 34. Wm. L. SWAN, Prop.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PRIMVU OBCOmCl.
Very fine plants, some in bloom, 3 in.
pots $6.00
Bagonia Rex, 10 vars., 3ln.,flue,... 6.00
Oyolamen Glganteum, 3 in 8.00
Giaat California Daisy, strong, 3
in., floe tor winter cutting 5.00
Heliotrope, Lemoine's Brilliant,
strong, bushy, 3 inch, immense
Begonlaa, Rooted Cnttliigs, Hun-
newel 1, the best Begonia out. 2.50
Metallica, alba picta, etc., by
GEORGE J. HUGHES, B>rlin,N.J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
A WEEKLY MEDIUM OF INTERCHANGE FOR FLORISTS. NURSERYMEN. SEEDSMEN AND "THE TRADE IN GENERAU
TOL. IX. NO. 33.
NEW YORK, AUGUST 14, 1897.
ODe Dollar Per Tear.
FL0RI5T5
-ATTENDING THE
ONVENTION
Should not fail to inspect our Trade Exhibit of
Decorative Plants,
which represents the class of goods we send out.
Our representatives will cheerfully answer any
questions, as they will be constantly in attendance.
In going to or coming from the Convention, we will be very pleased to
receive a personal visit from all Florists to inspect our stock of PALMS,
FERNS, and other plants of which we make specialties.
PITCHER & MANDA, Short Hills, N.J.
JOHN N. MAY, Receiver.
May be reached f
thence by Delawar
rom New York by either Christopher or Barclay Street ferries
B, Lackawanna and Western R. R. Trains hourly. Distance o
o Hoboken
nly 18 miles.
\LTE INVITE ALL FLORISTS ATTENDING THE S. A. F. CONVENTION,
^^ AT PROVIDENCE, TO VISIT OUR NURSERIES.
Our Cannas are In full bloom tt this time. We are making very extensive tests of all tie
NEWEST AND FINEST CANNAS IN CULTIVATION,
And an inspection of tbe recent novelties and a large number of new sorts which we are test-
ing with a view to future introduction cannot fail to be of Interest. We would call particular
attention to a new Canna which we expect to introduce next year. This Canna can be seen on
the grounds of Mr. Farquhar Macrae, at Pnvidence, to whom we have sent plants for trial.
We think that this will prove to be the tl nest dwarf red Canna that baa been sent out up to this
date. We are testing it extensively this Summer so as to be certain in regard to its value before
oEFering it, and from what we have seen of it this season, we shall te very much disappointed
if it does not prove to be the finest variety for bedding that has ever been sent out.
We should I
ie late for
But we still
I pleased t
' visitors through (
Dge'of :
WINTER=FLOWERING ROSES.
good [stock of fine [plants for buyer
We should like to call particula
urge stock of
PALMS AND OTHER DECORATIVE PLANTS,
And should he pleased to have our friends eiamine our stock before purchasing their Fall and
Winter supplies. As we are crowded for room, we will make quite a considerable concession In
the matter of price where orders are placed early and shipped before we are obliged to put our
plants in permanent winter quarters, theeavinif in labor, re-handllng, etc., enabling us to make
quite a difference in price where plants are shipped before cold weather. There is also an
additional advantage to purchasers in having plants shipped early, because they not only can
buy cheaper, but the plants can be shipped by freight with perfectsafety and at a large saving
in expense. Where parties have room to handle the stock, they will find it very much to Ihcii
advantage to have goods shipped early.
a particularly fine stock of the
; leaders In the very best possl-
B, viz: Large Areca Lutescens,
Nephrolepis Exallata Boslonlcnsis and Davallloldcs Furcans, Arau-
ciria Excclsa. Ulauca. and iwo nsl re sa Coir pacta, Kentlss. Cocos Wecdeliana. Asparagus Plumosus Narus,
Adianlum Cunealum, Small Ferns tor Frrn Pans, etc . etc. We handle very largely Dutch, French, Japan,
Bermuda, and all other BULBS FOR WIMER FORCING AND SPRING FLOWERING.
WE HAVE A LOT OF BARGAINS TO OFFER!
Pandanu
p, Fei
ting prices.
Grantl Central stiition7'New York City.
F. R. PIERSON CO.,
walk from
When Writ Inc Ment!<
STOP! STOP! STOP OFF
On your way to or from the ConTention, and visit the
ROSE HILL NURSERIES,
NEW ROCHELLE, N. Y.
The largest and finest collection of plants in the country.
OUR SPECIALTIES.
PALfflS,ORCHIDS.FERNS,PANDANUSVEITCHII,DRACiENAS.
FICUS ELASTICA, ARAUCARIA EXCELSA, Etc.. Etc.
Come and see us and you will always know where TO BUY.
Write, telephone or telegraph us, and our carriage will meet you at the station.
TRAINS EVERY HOUR.
30 minutes from Grand Central Depot, on the New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad
SIEBRECHT & SON,
NEW YORK OFFICE: 409 5th Ave. NEW ROCHELLE, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Rxchange
COMING
from I «"«
"Florists Stock Now in Season"
or
GOING
the
White Roman Hyacinths,
Mammoth Freesias,
Narcissus P. W. Crandiliora,
L. Harrisii and Bermuda
Convention I PANSY
Florists are
Cordially
Invited
To Call at
Our Store
NEW
CROP
SEED
- !f*iliH*£SINTEii^NAJIOIIAL^PimMim
, his flowers and plants. It contains the cream of the cream of every
_ ni. ted Panay Krowers' product tl.e whole world over. It conlalno.
Jj 00; H oz. $1 5C: trade pkt. 50c. (Lees 10 percent, for cash).
Vaughan's "GIANT PijISY MIXTURE." l^rilT I
RIANT Trliimrilenu White, pkt. 260.; Kloi. 60c.
bIMM 1 Aarorn, newwhhe. pkt.SOo.
PAN(i oi. 50o.
Colors. I Conf Bln<-k^kt.25c.; Mol.SOo.
IING PAK
CHICAGO PARKS BEDDING PANSIES |"„
14 Barclay St. illifiHBII'SSEOSTOIIE'l
Barclay St.,
NEW YORK.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
780
The F=lorists' Exchknce.
MM SpawD
Fresh stocl
!^ Milltrack
< just arrived. Our Special
brand ia the finest Bpawu
can Oe produced.
Per hundred lbs , $8.00.
reapondeoce solicited from buyers of
Gane Stakes, Itm^lrim'.
DaKIa H ct9. per lb.; bale
Haftia, lots, 12 cts. per lb.
WM. ELLIOTT & SONS, New York.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ALL BULBS ANB PLANTS
For Summer and Fall Delivery, Quoted
at Very Low Rates.
FBEB ON BOARD CARS OR BOATS
NBW YORK CITY.
HDLSEBOSCH BROS., Englewood, N, J
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Fresli Seeos-Gaiia BDilis.
Musa Ensete,
per 1000 seeds.
Seafortlila EleKans.iOcts. per lOO seeds;
$3,00 per 1000 Rf-erts
Cypems Alternlfollus, 25 cts. per pkt.
$1.00 per oz.
Ptaormlum Xenax, 26 cts. per 100 seeds;
$1.00 per 10110 seeds.
P. Tenax VarleKata, 50 cts. per 100
seeds ; $2.5i> per lOOn seeds.
Alsopliylla Australia (Tree Fern), 50
cts. % oz.
Send for prices on Calla Lilies, August and
September delivery. Send for Trade List of
Novelties and Specialties for Autumn delivery.
MRS THEODOSIA B. SHEPHERD
Venturii-bv-the-Men, Cal.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PANSIES!
SEED 'V SEED
NEW CROP NOW READY.
ROEHMER'S SUPERB PRIZE PiNSIES.
This strain Includei all the leading novelties
Odier. CasBier, BusDOt and Parisian mix-
ture; the qualities of tneie Tarlettes are so well-
known as to render a description unnecessary.
Mixed, per packet of 2500 seed. $1.00; $6.00 per oz :
•3.00 per H nz : $1.75 per H <'Z. White, yellow and
black, in separate colors. $1.00 per packet. Plants
read) September 15th. Cash with order.
PETER BROWN,
Wholesale Pansy Grower, LANCASTER, PA.
When 'Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PANSIES
THE JENNINGS' STRAIN
grown Pansy seed ; new
crop now ready, saved from the very finest
selected plants, all large flowering, in great
variety and most splendid colors; without
doubt the finest strain in the market to-day.
INGS. Dear Sir: The Parisy Seed
Try a packet of Jennings' finest mixed strain
■ vill not be disappointed. Finest mixed,
pkt. of 2500 seed, $1.00; $6.C0 per oz.; $3.00
" — ■ " oz., $15.00. White, yellow, black
eparate colors, $1.00 per pkt.; 50c.
■ pkt. of 2
;|6oz,;8
Iblue, ins
E. B. JENNINGS,''°J|^« Southport, Conn.
•ROWER OF THl FINEST PANSIES.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Pansies Worth Raising . .
NEW CROP SEED OF THIS POPULAR STRAIN.
CASH WITH ORDER.
0. Soltau i Co. 'Tvc"'„'^:' Jersey City, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
...PANSY SEED...
Mixed together of Bngnot, Cassier, Odier,
Trlmardeau, r "
H oz., $2.00; :
September I5th, $3.50 per 1000
PRiniROSES,
7000 PrimroseB, single, mixed colors, $2.50
per 100. Ca h with order.
JOS. H. CUNNINGHAM, DELiWtRE, OHIO.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VAUTIER'S
MAMMOTH PANSY.
New crop seed now ready. This Is the largest and
finest Pansy ever offered. Mr. Vauller has been
aonlals from 9o
Trade pkt.. $1.00 : bz!, $4.00.
H. 6. FAUST & co.,«i^i.tia'{i^rr'p1i';
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
NEW CROP SEED NOW READY
rnvnifflEHMSES
wels of veU
Bold."— Boston
GIANT MARKET and GIANT FANCY
STRAINS, In trade pkts., at$l each.
Printed dlrectlmB with every package.
DENYS ZIRNGIEBEL, jfeadiiani, Mass.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
BULBS, PLANTS I
♦♦♦ ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ »♦♦♦»»♦<
: AMERICAN BULB COMPANY, ._._.,
f I SUCCESSORS to the Bulb and Seed Business of X
♦ BERMUDA EASTER LILV BULBS. I DI-Tr-HCD JC MAMPkA X
AND SEEDS.
PITCHER & MANDA.
r guaranteed quality. Get our a
require berore ordering. ^
- NEW JERSEY. 1
»♦♦♦♦«
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
KENTUCKY BLUE GRASS (rOA fRATENSIS).
CHAS. E. PRUNTY,
MAIN AND MARKET, SAINT LOUIS.
Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
LILIUM HARRISII
. . . AND . . .
LONG I FLO RUM
BULBS.
Have you been disappointed in quality, supply or in any
other way ? If so, we can certainly satisfy 30U in
Quantity, Quality and Price.
Being the largest individual receivers of these goods
this year, and acting as agents for the Bermuda Bulb
Growers in the U. S., we are better able to serve either
Florist or Dealer more satisfactorily than any other
source of supply.
Also Freesias, Calla Lilies, Buttercups, Oxalis, and all
other Bulbous Stock.
CLUCAS &, BODDINGTON CO.
Importers, Exporters and Growers Agents,
Telephone Ml 403 18 h St. 501 and 503 W. 13th St., N. Y. CITY.
When Writing Mention Florists' E:cchange
KINGLY GIANT PANSIES.
$50.00
for Biggest Pansies. g H
We know that In our •• Klnely Collection o< 3 M^i
Glaot PaDBle»Mixed"wehaveasflneastra1n 0 ?V
of panslos as It Is possible to produce. Tostimu-S ^"
late an efTort to show them at their best, we offer g
thetollowlns QOLD PRIZES: 0
$25 oo in Gold for the Largest Pansy.
10. oo In Gold for the Next Largest.
S oo In Gold for the Next Largest.
3.00 in Gold far the Next Largest.
2 00 In Gold for the Next Largest.
|.oo in Gold for the Next Largest.
1. 00 In Gold for the Next Largest.
1.00 In Gold for the Next Largest
1.00 in Qoid for the Next Largest.
1.00 in Gold for the Next Largest.
CONDITIONS OF COMPETITION.
OTHER PANSIES.
Giant Yellow..
" White...
" Striped..
Trade pkt., $0.40
H oz. 1.00
Black J °^- *■"*
9, " Blue.. ■.■.'.■.'.'.'. v. ( ^"'' 12.00
1 Bugnot's Giant Blotched, trade pkt..
Gassier'
,$5.C
Blotched, trade pkt., i
'J^A^' ?'""',' 9°'.'.^?"?° "' Giant Pansies. In-
$l.(
CHINESE PRIMROSE, Fri
English Mixed. H trade pkt., 60c.;
trade pkt., $1.00.
BULBS.
■^rrite us your wants
MVc can mt you in pric
JOHNSON & STOKES, '"
& 219 Market Street,
PHILADELPHIA, PA.
change
August 14, 1897.
Th^ Plohists' Exchange.
731
D. Oiassidcatio
SEED WW PUT.
Points and inrormation from seeilsmen, and
Editur 8EED Trade, rare ot Flokists' I
CHANQK, P. 0. Box 1697, New York.
Hxpre-JS Ral^sotl Seeds,=The follow-
irig cireUiar Has IJeeil issued by the
Anlericau Seed Trade AsSociatioil :
"Under date of June loth, l8d7, thfe
following order was issued by theTritfflt
Committee governing express rates on
lines given below in United States and
Canada :
they may
(See Sec I It
where no general special is In force seeds
paclsedasaljove may be taken at 20 percent,
(ess than merchandisb rate. Pound rates-
minimum charge 35 cents for each company
carrying, prepaid or guaranteed, unless uradu-
ated rates are less (The above is from Adams
Ejpress Co '8 instructions to ' heir agents.l
" VV*e understand thisrate is in force on
AddnlB E.'spregs Co,, .American. Earl &
PreWs, NdtlonaJ, New York * Boston
Dispatch, Nrirtliern Paciflt, Pdflflc,
Southern, United StriteS, iind Wellf*
Fargo & Co.'s Express.
•'This concession has been granted in
response to the efforts of a special com-
mittee of the .\inerican Seed Trade Asso
ciation to secure a reduction in express
rates, and does not change the prepnid
rate previously in force on small pack-
ages.
"Refer your express agent to his Cir-
cular of Instructions, dated July 1,1897.
— S. P. WiLLARD, Secretary.''
New Yo.rk.^The bulb trade is in a
very Satisfactory eonditioHi and dealers
for the first time In a long wlijle say thnt
business is good. Apparently tln-'fariff,
so far, is giving entire satisfactlidi, :il-
though some ver.v large sums of nicMiry
have been paid out in dutiis. (ini' plras-
ing featui-o lirouslit abiiiit liv tin-
increased diitv is tlip slioitfiiin^; nf cred-
its. GrowiTs. ill till- llliijnritv of i-a.--i's. if
not coilipi'lli-d (11 pay casli fiii- till' full
shipments, rci-tainlv liavc t,. j.ay duty
tblp
on dellvcM-y. .and ..mi ,1 i..|
centage ol Un- .sliii.nii'ijts iIium si-ut liave
been refused.
Bulbs ai'e i'e])orted to be stiffpuiiig in
price abroad. Romans especially; and
late reports from Holland Indicate that
the crop will not hi. so lai-ge ds was ex-
pected, SCI that steady, it not increased,
prices may lie. liMiknl fur.
W. pjlliiitt A: .Sou. Hey street, received a
large shipment of mushroom spawn on
the steamship Eti-uria, Saturday last, in
excellent condition.
W. P. Eaugbridge. representing Jerome
B. Rice & Co., Cambridge, X. Y,, and
Howard M. Earl. rHprcseiiting W. .Mice
Burpee &• Co., I'liiladi'lplii.!, wi.n. in town
during the week. SeiiTtaiy Willanl. of
the Amel-ic-lll Sred Trad.- Assoriatioli.
Eugene Schaettel, of Messrs. \'lliiiiiiiri-
Andl-leux & Co., Paris, who gencially
calls on the American seed trade in the
month of September, will not be able tliis
year to visit his friends in the seed line
before the Ipeginniii^- of October.
The affairs of the F. E. .Me.VlliHter Com-
pany, (l',M oit Ian, it street, which assigned
June 11, to .lohn s. liariison. iiave dnr-
.\_ssign
to ta
is quite probable
inentB will follow
lied. If it should be
itment of the As-
signee was illegal the judgments will
have to be satisfied in their order as ob-
tained while the assets hold out.
That a Receiver will be appointed ap-
pears (piite likely : also, that theniajoritv
of th.. en-ditois when nil l..-al poiuts ai\-
met'w"''"',''' ".'",'""' ".'r"': J".'IS'""''«
eslale t.i 1m. .lividi'il among them.
I'll.' i..llo\vlii;r ,1 re the attachments to
il.ii.. Tlios Mathews, »2,?92; M. H.
Stutis,
Market and Fulton
a4: O. L. Richard and
»13<
ud I
that p
•whei-e
M>.V. la
i'lic Settnon Is
r an order of the
.er of the Sioux
1 Company, on
lie at auction of
ills company for
t 1114.(315. The
my are abont
the Siou.x .National I'.aiik, and W. P. .Mau-
ley, trustee, liesides the sum realized
from the sale of the assets, the receiver
had $.-,0,000 in bank.
A new organization will be formed to
carry on the same business as the Sioux
City Nurserv ;ind Seed Company. Arti-
tion were filed July 30.
organi-
ties in the
'.atioii will lie II. A.Johns,
uiugs, J.S. Michael, and T. E. Johns,
rhey were Identified with the old nursery
ind Seed company.
Oermall^ ttnfl the Tariff— The Berlin
•orrespondent of the New York Tribune,
t of Lllluni Harrlsll, Oxalls, Buttercup, Clilneae
Karcissus Hnd other limb- In.m Uenuu.ia. A ■ epi--i- .m.-. (:h,..ii .nvi..-. ■!. m
Hhw,- h tlriest Fiench HiMlra, Such as ^Vhlte Roman Hyaclnttas,
lUonster Kreeslas, etc.
C. H. J-OOSXEN, Importer.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
733
The F^l-orists' Exghknge.
GflBPTlOmi.
Soil and fts Ingredients.
Carnations by this time will liavemade
a fair growtU if tlie season lias been at
all good, and doubtless in many places
they have made a large growth. Our
plants, while not very large, are, for the
most part, looking healthy and of nice
size. Some late struck cuttings which
were planted out in June are still rather
small, but will, in a few weeks time,
make good-sized plants.
The season out-of-doors this year, in
our section, has been rather wet, more so
than is desirable for carnations. Our car-
nation field, however, is well drained,
and we have experienced little or no bad
results on this score, as we have not had
to put up with continual floods as was
the case last Summer. Generally speak-
ing, our plants arelookingmuchhealthier
than they did a year ago. There is con-
siderably less stem-rot, and, on the
whole, we expect better results for the
coming Winter, although our plants this
year are not the best we have ever
grown.
The soil for the benches should be
looked after and gotten into shape with-
out delay. If it has been stacked up, it
should be worked over several times and
thoroughly mixed and made fine. I do
not regard this as the best way to pre-
pare the soil, but in some instances it is
necessary. Where the soil is still in the
field in which the sod was plowed under
last fall is the fdeal way of preparing it.
The action of the air, raiu and light, all
have a beneficial effect in purifying and
sweetening the soil, and reducing to a
soluble form the ingredients put into it.
The harrow and the drag should be used
unsparingly; use them until the soil is
right.
If by neglect or otherwise, a sufficient
quantity of fertilizers or manure h^iK not
been added to the soil, doitimmedi.ili-h .
It is never well to wait till this date, Imi
if the work has not been done, ser lo ii
at once; and remember the in-iiici|i,-il in-
gredients are potash, phciK|ilii.iii' nciil
and nitrogen. Endeavor t.i h.nc tin-
ratio about .50 per cent. |)(it.iKli. ;iii(l
about 2.5 per cent, eacli of i.li.iHpli.nic
acid and nitrogen.
If all growers would remember the
functions of each of these three tilings,
there would be fewer failures and less
ordinary results. Of the three, potash is
the most important. It is this source,
principally, that gives theplantstrueture
and stiffness of stem. I>arge flowers and
many of them are of little value if the
stems are weak and soft. Unleached
wood ashes is the best form in which to
apply potash. If this cannot be had
muriate of potash will do.
The best form in which to obtain
phosphoric acid is bone meal. This can
be had by everybody, and at all times.
Its principal mission is to aid the plant
to produce flowers and bear seed, and its
importance can hardly be over-rated.
Nitrogen gives the plant softness, caus-
ing it to grow rapidly, makes fine foliage
and gives size to the flower. Sod, stable
manure and like material, such as dried
blood, nitrate of soda, etc., will supply it
in abundance.
The trouble with a great many is that
they endeavor to do without one or
more of these three important factors.
and depend too much on one or two of
them, thinking thatan abundance of one
will atone for a lack of the other, with
the usual result of weak stems, non-
blooming qualities, etc. How much to
use will depend entirely on the soil.
Every grower must decide this for him-
self. He must study his soil and the
strength of the materials he is using.
He must experiment and learn for him-
self. From others he can learn only a
general idea of the results arising from
the use of various methods. He should
work with a singleness of luirpose, and
learn to understand .iustwhy he does this
or that, and what he expects to accom-
plish by doing it, and if there are failures,
ascertain the reasons why, and guard
against them in tlit- fntiire.' Bv working
along this line, a nr.nvi-r will fin.l ,.nl
many things which n.Miix- ;ii'c woirt l<> ;ihk
of others: this will !;ivc'liini ri.nliilciH-c in
himself and his own /ihiliiv to Inthnni
what heretofore has alv\-avs been a mys-
tery to him. This, I mi^ht say, is the
backbone of success. H. Webee.
Aphides and Thrips as the Cause
of"Bacteriosis " of Carnations.
dis
generall.-i
scribedby Dr. .1. 1. Attluii 111 1 >iN'.i. La-
ter, through the writings of lir. Arthur
aud of Arthur and I'.olley, the cause of
the disease came to be genei ally regarded
as a specific bacterium or germ. This or-
ganism, according to the investigations
of the authors ill (lucstion, '■ entered the
(irst yellowish
;itually became
■ the leaves to
_' plant to lose
aphides," prodm
dots or sputs, wl
so numcrims .is
grow sickly anil t
its vitality.
As a result of some recent work by Mr.
Albert F. Woods, assistant chief of the
Division of Vegetable Physiology and
Pathology, U. S. Department of Agricul-
ture, it is believed that new light has
been obtained in regard to the cause of
the disease in question. Mr. Woods' in-
vestigations, which were described in de-
tail at the recent meeting of the Ameri-
can Association for the Advancement of
Science, .seem to prove pretty conclusive-
ly that the disease is not due to bacteria,
but to the direct result of the punctures
of plant lice, or aphides, and injuries
brought on by thrips. Omitting the de-
tails as to the methods of work, etc., Mr.
Woods summarizes the matter as follows :
(1.) The disease of carnations, charac-
terized by the symptoms already de-
scribed and generally known as " bacteri-
osis," Is widespread and destructive.
(2. ) In the earher stages of the disease
neither fungi nor bacteria are present, so
far as can be determined by the most
careful microscopic studies and bacterio-
logical investigations.
ological conditions, resulted negatively
in every case.
(5.) A disease having all the character-
istic symptoms of " bacteriosis," ex-
cepting the presence of a bacterium, is
produced by the puncture of aphides, as
was repeatedly proved by the coloni-
zation of these insects on the plants.
{(>.) That the aphides alone are re-
sponsible for the trouble is shown by tlie
fact that the injuries produced are" not
accompanied in the earlier stages byfungi
or bacteria. The aphides, therefore, can-
not be looked upon as carriers of any
fungus or germ.
( 7. ) Injuries similar in many respects to
those produced by aphides also result
from the attacks of thrips, an insect
nearly always present on carnations
under glass, although generally over-
looked by growers.
(8.) The carnation is a plant readily
influenced by the conditions under which
grown under improper ctuiditions, will
show more of the charactei-istic injuries
from a given number of ajihis punctures
than those where all the conditions have
been favorable for growth.
(9.) Proper selection aud propagation
of stock : furnishing soil, moisture, light,
and air best adapted to healthy and vig-
orous growtli; and keeiiing down to a
minimnni the numlier of nj. hides and
.\s
ceriicci.tlic ipicstion largely resolves itself
into Olio of fighting aphides and thrips
instead of bacteria. The importance of
good stock cannot, of course, be over-
looked, nor can the necessity for furuisli-
iiig the iilniits the very best conditions
for jiioH th lir neglected. In fact, Uv.
fl nulls' H.iik nic-iely emphasizes what is
nlriMilx ;.;(ii''i,illy recognized by growers,
ii.iinrli. Hint thr disease is frequently the
i-isiill 1,1 nr-lii-t and thecareful attention
tiiiiii.iils \\ hiiii every one must exercise if
hr \\isliisii, olit.iin vigorous, productive,
I'l T. liAi.i.DWAV, Chief of Division,
Division of \'egetable Physiology and
Pathology, Department of Agriculture,
Washington, D. C.
POTTED STRAWBERRY M?
60.000 plants of Qlen M iry. Bismarck. Enormous, Marthall, Marv Brandjwlne, MiclilBan Greenville.
Aroma Tlmbrell. Beder Wood, Bubacb, Chnrles Uowr.in . LoTelfs Early, Gand?. Cumberland Parker
Earle. Saunders. Schuster's Gem, H»verli.nd Mi.-bel's Earlj, sharpless, Tennessee Prolific. Woolverlon,
""LatSnl"a''BorbTnScB,37i!°"ot8!»5o'o°«e?foi)°"l'^^^^
THE ELIZABETH NURSERY COMPANY, Elizabeth, N.J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CELERY
PLANTS
■ iiterecl. Trade pkt.SOc; oz. $3.60. Cashwith order
Shellroad Greenhouse Co. North Point, Md.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
STRAWBERRY PL4HTS
POT GROWN.
Carrie, IWictalsan, Earliest and
enormous, aucis. per dozen.
too 10(10
Br.mdywiiie $3 00 $18 00
Klo, Ciandy and Bubacli.... 1 80 17 60
Tennessee 1 00
E. C. HARGADINE, Felton, Del.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
i!00,OOOGELEI{YPLH)IT!i
sample. Cash \
HORACE RIMBY, Collegeville, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
P. OUWERKEKK,
1 1 23 Summit Ave., Jersey City, N.J.
Just received from our Holland
Nurseries !
RHODODENDRONS, AZALEAS,
SPIR/EA JAPONICA, LILIUM SPECIOSUM,
P/EONIES, BLEEDING HEART,
POT GROWN LILACS, HYDRANGEA IN SORTS.
CLEMATIS and H. P. ROSES, m the best sorts.
CELERY PLANTS
C. M. GROSSMAN,
Wolcottvllle, Ind.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
THUYA ORIEttULIS
* (Hardy Chinese Ar-
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
fruiting orchards. Have the new
Triumph, Greeusboro* and Sneed frulting-
Eiids can be supplied In season at low rates.
Very Urge stock of PLUM TKEES all on plum
roots, one and two years. Buds can be supplied of
thest! also, eliher from nurseries or orchard trees.
Haveall the leading Japanese varieties. Abundance,
Burbank, Chahot Satsuma, Willard an 1 otjers;
al.-othenew Ued June and Wick^on in good supply.
LFsu«,l supply also of AHpavaKUS Rooti> to offer
ALEXANDER PULLEN.Milford Nurseries. Milford, Del
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
YEGETABLE PLANTS
CABBAOE—Heoderson'sSuceession, Early
Flat Dutch, Lupton, Autumn King, Burree's
Sure Head, Late Flat Dutch, Premium Flat
Dutch, Late Drumhead, Mammoth Kock
Red and Drumhead Savoy. Field grown;
16o. per 100 ; $1.00 per 1000 ; $8 60 per 10,000.
CEUERV— Dwarf Golden Heart, Golden
Self Blanching, Giant Pascal, New Rose,
White Plume and Giant. Parque Celerinc.
150. per 100; $1.00 per 1000; $8.60 per 10,000.
Casb -wltta order.
R. VINCENT JR. S SON, White Marsh, Md.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
NEWGANNAS THE CONARD& JONES CO.
I nmil DCDBICC WEST a-ROA;^B. f^.
LOGAN BbnnltS ^OR fall delivery. Ask for price list later.
"When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
H. P. Roses, Clematis, * * *
* * * Rhododendrons, Magnolias,
and all other kinds of Nursery Stock. Buy direct from the producers,
at rock bottom prices
Low prices quoted now on all Dutch Bulbs.
L. C. BOBBINK, Agent for the Horticultural Co., Boskoop, Holland.
p. O. Address RUTHERFORD, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exohance
\ ORNAMENTAL TREES AND SHRUBS. \
• Roses, Bulbs and Hardy Perennials
f In Large Assortment and of Superior Quality.
* Fully believe that we can show more Ornamental Trees and Shrubs,
▼ and a larger, finer block of Hardy Roses, Hybrid Perpetual Moss and Climbers
¥ of the leading popular varieties including the famous Crimson Rambler than
A can be seen elsewhere. We have 32 greenhouses, several of them devoted to
' Palms, Cycas, Ficus and Araucaria Excelsa. Personal inspection and corres-
Y pondence solicited. Catalogue free.
f THE STORRS & HARRISON CO., Box 6 Painesville, O.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
August 1
The F=i-orists' Exchange.
733
Nephrolepis Exaltata Bostoniensis.
In large and small quantities from |40.00 to $80.00 per 1000.
MINE IS THE GENUINE STOCK.
FRED. C BECKER.
1 730 C mbridge Street, CAMBRIDGE, MASS.
Ing Mention Florlata' Exchange
Go()\ei the plantw Uiout tnite a weel
and letie them where ueceHsar^ Some
need frequent tj int especi illy where the
growth IS weik ind slender Stiff
ftToweis likf ( olilni ^^ edding Ma's
flowei mil flu 111 I onh need tMn„
abouti\ti\ iiiiii iiK hes to one foot
At till pi h nt tiiiH It IS ^er^ impor
tant to hh ipi th( jiot pi iiits Pinch out
the points sti in„ slioote must be set
backshiip innclMM ikoneeraoderatelv
so th It tlie\ ill i\ ( itih up and make
even pi ints li llu ihik hiug is well and
carefulU done li\ i in in with a head on
him veij little tMii„ it. needed liter
w^ard Onestileto i in ul et jil iiit in i
six seven or ei^htiiuh pot should he
enou„h 1 led \\ il? it well done will
FERNS
We make a specialty of small
ferns for the Fall trade.
Write for special prices on large
quantities. Order early.
JOHN SCOTT,
KFAI>*ou paj Lxpress, or $2.00
pel 100 and we paj Express.
NEPHROLEPIS EXALTATA BOSTONI-
ENSIS, *^00 per lUU; Nephrolepis
Loelmjeana N Duflfii, Adiantum
cordatuni A dolabriforme, Blech-
num serrulatum Woodwardia
anprustifolia and Osmunda regalis,
all $3.00 per 100 and we pay Express.
B. M. WICKERS & CO., San Antonio, Fla.
Wtien Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CHOIGE STOCK.
Cyperus Alterniroliua, Hi in, pots, ready
to shift.
~ ■ ■ ready to
Smllax, 31^ in. pots, e
Also several thousund Chrysanthemums,
nice soft healthy stock, 2 in. pots. Our selec-
tion from good commerciul sorts, $2 10 per 100.
NATHAN SMITH UON, Adrian, Mich.
When Writing: Mention FlortBts* Exchange
i;[iiuiii[ BosioN r[Rii.
(N. EXALTATA BOSTONIENSIS.)
$5 to S25 per I OO. Prices on
specimen plants on application.
KENTIAS,
irom $6.oo per dozen to Sio.oo each.
LATANIAS,
from $6.00 per dozen to $3 00 each.
PRIMROSES,
2'.. In. pots, $4.00 per loo; 3', in. $5. 00
per 100.
RUBBER PLANTS,
6 in. pots $6.00 per doz.
WILLI&M A. BOCr, North Cambridge, Mass.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
> ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦« i
fPALMS, &c. h
»♦« ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦« ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦♦♦
Areca lutescens, Latania Borbonica, Kentias, Livistona rotundifolia,
Cocos Weddeliana, Ficus elastica, Araucaria excelsa; Pandanus
Veitchii, Pandanus utilis, Cycas revoluta, Adiantum Farleyense, &c.
Stocky, hardy, home-grown plants, that will last and give satisfaction.
An immense stock of all sizes, in the best condition possible. I guarantee
perfect plants and giod packing. The Duty on plants will not affect my
prices, which are always moderate
PBICE LIST ON APPLICATION.
Exhibit of Fair Sample Plants at Providence S. A. F. Convention.
CHAS. D. BALL, Holmesburg, Phila , Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
NEPHROLEPIS
EXALTATA
BOSTONIENSIS
A FEW THOUSAND good plants at a bargain, as I
must make room for other stock. This stock is the
TRUE BOSTONIENSIS, and is in perfect condition.
W. H. ELLIOTT, Brighton, Mass.
When Writing Me
Florists' Exchange
FINE STOCK OF PALMS
ARECA LUTESCENS.
2" j in., 1 plant in pot, S to 10 in., $4.00 per 100
3 in., 1 plant in pot, 10 to 12 in., 10.00 per 100
3 in., 3 plants in pot, 10 to 12 in., 15.00 per 100
« in., 1 plant in pot, 30 to 36 in., 2.00 each,
plant in pot, 36 to iO in., 2.50 each.
in., 3 plants in pot, 24 to 30 in., 2.00 each.
in., 3 plants in pot, 32 to 36 in., 2.50 each.
in.. 1 plant in pot, 42 to 4S in., 5.00 each.
COCOS WEDDELIANA.
plant in pot. 24 t(.:io in . . . $1.00 each.
KENTIA BELMOREANA.
; leaves. :12 (.. 3r. in $'2.00 each.
LATANIA BORBONICA. PHOENIX RECLINATA.
in $1.00 per 100 Strong plants, '24 in. hi^di . . $1.00 eu
All Plants Measured from Top of Pot.
SEE EXHIBIT AT S. A. F. CONVENTION.
JOSEPH HEACOCK, Wyngote, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
734
VIOLETS! VIOLETS!!
MARIE LOMSE. Pot trown. clean and
healthy in every paitlcnlar, »5.(I0 per lOU; WS.OOper
1000. sample plant. 10c Cash with order.
^VM. J. CMINKiICK, Trenton, I>J. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
THB F^LORISTS' EXCHTtNGE.
FARQUHAR VIOLETS
Stroiip, hettllby pl«ntB. from pots. IS.tO per 100.
CaPh with (ird«i Sample plaDtc, 10 ceDle.
THOMAS F O'BRIEI^. Folsom St,. Roslindale, Mass.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
moiiT^mane Loolse.
strong, healthy, 3 inch, pot grown, no dis-
ease, ready fur August delivery.
S3 per 100 ; »25 per 1000 ; Cash.
GEO. H. BENEDICT, Yorkville, N.Y.
Wh
[Writing Ment
Exchange
VIOI-ETS
Very healthy, Marie Louise, field-grown,
stock V plHTifs, Sfli.no per 1000.
AlST CARNATIONS, for Fall delivery.
Scott, McGowan and Daj lireak, clean plants.
F.G.MENSE.GIenCove, L.I., N.Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
YioL[TS MT mum
All firsf-class plants. Orders received n- ^
for fHil nantinif Marie Louise, Lady
Campbell, S-wanley Wr'liite, Far.
quhar, Prlncessie 43e Galles, Call-
FERD. BOtll.ON, SeaO'ifl L. I., N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VIOLETS
FOR BENCHING NOW.
M. Louise, Cfrnpliell anm 2J^ in. pots, choice imported seed from
Germany, tor $2.00 per 100. Cash with order.
Mrs. M. Cavanaugh, Millers Corners. N. T.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
{ QRALLERT & CO. \
I CARNATION GROWERSJ
When Writing Me
Florists' Exchange
FIELD GROWN CARNATIONS
and VIOLETS,
Ready September 15th.
JOSEPH RENARD, UnionvillB, '"c^r Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FIELD-SBOWH GflBUgTiS
LOGAN IV. GREENHOUSES, Danville, III.
When Writing Me
Florists' Exchange
i EDW. J. TAYLOR,
t Wholesale
: Carnation Grower, I
,u.
SOUTHPORT, CONN.
Exchange ' When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
THRIFTY FIELD CARNATIONS
with plenty of roots.
iS5.00 per 100 and upward fur all tlie New and Standard Tarietiea.
GEO. HANCOCK & SON, Grand Haven, Micta.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
♦ ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦
H. WEBER & SONS, \
CARNATIONS,
OAKLAND, MD.
Testing Seeds.
The Maine Legislature enacted a law
last Winter regarding the testing of seeds
euteiing that State. The act comes into
effect September 1, 1897. Its provisions,
which we print below, are, it will be seen,
based on those of the Coolc (now the
Davidson) bill.
AN ACT TO REGULATE THE SALE OF AGRI-
CULTURAL SEEDS.
Section 1. Every lot of seeds of agricul-
plaiits, whether in bulk or in package.
aSBes, forage plants, vegetable . ^_ _
ants, hot not including those of trees, shrubs
d ornamental plants, which is sold, offered
exposed for sale for seed by any person or
A purity, freedom from foreig
?ided, I hat mixtures may be sold as
he percentages of the various
Section. 2. Dealers may base their gnaran-
ees upon tests conducted by themselv* s, theii
igents, or by the Director of the Maine Agti-
:ultural Experiment Stath n ; providea, thai
uch tests shall be made under such condi-
J said Director may prescril
lay pr
of all tests of seeds
shall be published bj
reports of the Experi-
SECTlON 3. The
naoe by caid Din
shall
sell, offer or expose for sale or for distribut ion
in this State agricultural seeds wilhout com-
fo exceed one hundred dollars for
offense, and not to exceed two hundred dollais
for each subaeciuent c ffense.
Section 5. Any person or persons who shall,
with intention to deceive, wrongly mark or
label any package or bag containing garden or
vegetable seeds or any other agricultuiat
^eeds, not including those of trees, shrubs and
mental plants, shall be guilty of a misde-
petent jurisdii
I sha
red dollars for the first (ffense and
not to exceed two hundred dollars for each
-jubst quent offeise.
Section 6. The provisions of this act shall
not apply to any person or persons growing or
selling cereals and other seeds for fotid.
Sfction 7. Whenever the Director of the
Maine Agricultural Experiment Station be-
comes cogitizant of the violation of any of the
provisions of this act, he shall report sui h vio-
lation to the Secretary of the Board of Agri-
culture.and said Secretary shall prosecute the
party or parties thus reported.
ection 8. All acta and parts of acts incon-
herehy repealed.
"' ke effect Septem-
ilstent
Section 9. Th
ner one, eighteen
jndred-i
nety-i
ta lien from those adopted by the .4s-
sotiation of American Agricultural Col-
leges and Experiment Stations. The
rules which have to do with germination
are here omitted, and the other rules are
modified, when necessary, to conform to
the requirements of the law in this state
for the regulation of the sale of agricul-
Sampling Seetls.— The
kcts should be emptied
inghly by stirring, and
: taken from different
lire to make the sample,
bulk iir ill large paclc-
parts of the
If seeds ai-i
ages, take li
top, middle,
fron
the
and from these,
nple for testing.
under specific
: be taken in the
after i
Samples of seeds
guaranty of quality
presence of a disinterested and reput-
able witness, who shall certify that the
sample was taken in his presence accord-
ingto these directions. Thesample must
be inclosed in an envelope or other suit-
able package, securely fastened and sealed
with wax in the presence of the witness.
The names of the sender and witness
must be written on the outside of pack-
age, which shall be seut to the station
prepaid.
Samples shall weigh approximately as
follows :
Grasses, except noted below, 1 ounce.
Clovers and all seeds of similar size, 2
ounces.
Cereals, vetches, beet "balls'' and all
larger seeds, 4 ounces.
Kye grasses, bromes, sorghums, and
millets. 2 ounces.
All the smaller vegetable seeds, 1 ounce.
All the larger vegetable seeds except
beet "balls," 2 ounces.
Sending samples. — Every sample for
test sent to the Station should be in a se-
curely fastened package accompanied by
a statement certifying to the fairness of
the sample, its source, etc. BlanKS for
this purpose will be furnished by the Sta^
tion upon aiijilication. In case of guar-
iinteed seed, the sample must be taken in
accordance with directions given above.
Purity test.— All purity tests shall be
made by weight from fair, average sam-
]jles of seed. The miuimuni quantities to
be used for this determination are named
below and must be so drawn as to secure
a thoroughly reiiresentative sample.
Uiii- srani : Agrostis Kpp.,the Poas.yel-
Two mnnis: r.iiinuibi grass, velvet
Kia.s.s, tiiiKitliy, iiicidiiw foxtail, crested
dog .s t.iil, onliard grass, sweet vernal
gra.ss, .-ilsike clover, wliiti' clover, Llmbel-
lifera-, and all the fescues except meadow
Three grams: All grass seed not enu-
merated above.
Five grams: Melilotus, Medicago spp.,
millet, lettuce, and all species of clover
seed except white and alsike.
Ten grams: Cruciferje, flax, and lespe-
deza.
Thirty grams: Buckwheat, Vicia spp.,
Lathyrus spp., beet " balls," sunflower,
serradella, cucurbits, and all cereals ex-
cept corn.
Fifty grams: Peas, beans, coi-n, lu-
pines, cotton, and cowpeas.
STANDARDS OF THE
PURITY AND GERMINATION OF AGRICULTURAL
SEEDS.
Seed.
fH
~c
Seed.
r.
ii
li
Alfalfa
99
99
99
99
90
90
90
99
99
9.5
99
98
9.5
^1
95
ii
99
99
99
99
99
95
99
98
Per
Cent.
85-90
80-85
90-95
00-95
•150
45-50
45-50
75-80
90-95
90-95
80-85
80-83
60-65
75-80
85-90
83-90
75-80
90-95
90-95
8.5-90
85-90
85-90
85-90
85-90
75-80
85-90
85-90
85-90
Melon musk
99
99
99
99
99
99
99
99
99
95
99
99
99
99
99
98
98
99
99
99
98
98
99
98
99
ih,
85-90
Barley .
Millet, common (Setaria
Beans
85-90
Millet, hog (Pan/cum /n//-
Blue grass, Canadian
Blue grass, Kentucky
Millet pearl
85-90
90-95
90-95
80-85
Oats
Cauliflower
Parslev
70-75
Celerv
Parsnip
Clover. Alsike
Peas
93 98
Clover, crimson
Clover,red
Pumjikin
Radish
83-90
90 95
Clover, white
R?r
Corn, field
SalsiVv
Spinach
Spurry
Cownea
e- o''
Cress
Timothy
Tomato
Eggplant
?oba'c'co'
Kafir corn
Wheat
August 14. i?97.
The F^lorists* Exchange.
735
NEW BEAUTIES IN JARDINIERES.
A3 the fondness of the human (aoiily foi
the eatranciag bloom of flowers is well
nigh universal, it may be said with equ il
truth that everything which enhances their
beauty or contributes to their bettei
development is estimated in the same rel i
tive pniporiiou.
The jtrdiniere and pedestal and the fern
receiver, head the list of articles for the
receptioti of plants an-l flowers which not
only perform that graceful oflSce but are
at the same time genuine specimens of
household adornment when artistically
modeled and decorated.
For a number of years past the Cook
Pottery Co., of Trenton, N. .J., has devoted
special care and attention to the manu
facture and decoration of jardinieres pedes
tals and ferneries, and by steady and per
sistent effort they have so improved their
methods and processes that they are now
enabled to place upon the market a class
of goods, which for elegance of style and
ricnue.ss of decorative effects, are un
equ led by anything of a similar class
produced either in this country or Europe.
At a recent exhibition of tneir lines in
New York City one of the leading caterers
to the florist trade volunteered the opinion
that the jardinieres, pedestals and ferneries
of the ( k I tt T\ ( I Hiie nearh
approacliH I the 1 leal lecept u le fi r flowers
and plants than an^ thing that had jet
come under his observation.
The manufacturers of these goods have
placed a fine e.xhibit of the line on view at
Room 33S, Astor House, New York, where
flori&ts desiring to inspect the same will
be cordially welcomed at any time.— ^<7('.
Amounts to be taken of seeds not enu-
merated shall be the same as those re-
quired (or seeds named which are of simi-
lar size.
puresec-il law
staudiinls of |
gested. Thc-y
b.v the r. S.
and are based
by theDivisici
ment. The\'
change, aud'ii
to be offered i
ence of referen
his agent "i- thr M.iin.' I :\|i.-i-inMiii St;i-
tion. .\s thi'SiMtinii lias no himis .■iv.iil-
able for this purpose, a clun-K'" siilfirifiit
to cover the cost of making tlie tests
must be made. The eliar^i' fur testing
seeds for purity will be one il.illar per
sample in the case of si-eils of one kind.
In the case of .seeds sold in nikxtiin's the
charge will 111- c iloll.ir for flu- sanijile
and twentv-livi- inits .iilditional foi cacli
kind of seeil said to In- therein. .Mkxtures
are difficult to separate and determine.
and for this reason an e.\tra charge is
necessary. Seeds will be tested for purity
for any person resident of the ,State,
whether a dealer or not, at the above
rates. The Station reserves the right to
publish all results which prove of general
interest.
Persons desiring to send seeds to the
Station for testing can obtain, on appli-
cation, blanks on which to describe the
sample. Directions tor sampling are
printed on the reverse of the blank. The
receipt of the sample will be acknowl-
edged on the day it arrives. I'sually a
report can be made within two or three
days.
CATALOGUES RECEIVED.
R. M. WiCHERS & Co.,
Wholesale List of Ami
Tubers i also, novelties 1
San Antonio, Fla.—
mm w BDSQiEss.
lership
ite a flo
style of Miller & Clark.
York, Pa — H. C. Childs has turaed
over his business here to Miss G. Lynes,
b.y whom it will now be carried on.
Tri.y, N. Y.— H. C. Neubrand has ac-
cepted a position with Young & Hal-
stead of this city, as manger of their
flower seed and bulb department.
Primola ChiDensis Fimbriata.
PAUL MAOER, E. Stroudsbu-g. PA.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SMI LAX PLANTS
^oclosn them out. Whllest. ckl
hfalth?. well-Brown i.la"t« 011
iota. at. tl26 per 100: (10 00 per
r. Every plaQt separa-elf wrap
R. KILBOURN, - Clinton, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florlsta' Exchange
500 FICUS ELASTICA
fnim 4 and 5 in. pots, $25.00 and $30.00
per 100.
2000 FICUS REPENS
3 in. p Its. Slll.no per 100.
Ready September 1st.
J. H. MEIVARD,
St. Charles and Howard Aves.
NEW OKLiEAN-*, i.A.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ASPARAGUS SPRENGERII.
500 Strong Plants
From 2 inch pots: ready for a phift,
$6.00 per rOO. CASH WITH
OltDEK.
W&CHENDQRFF BROS., - ■ Atlanta. Ga.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
S7VTILAX
strong, healthy plaul
$1.50 per 100; $12.00 per
ASPABAGnS.TBiiuli
JAMES HORAN S SON, Bridgeport, Conn.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Psparaps Piumosus Nanus...
(Tnu-) transplanted s*^f(liinK plants, nnw
read., S25.00 per 1000. Samples on
ftt^nli.Mu,..,, AlM.-fnsh ASPARAGUS
SEED, Sio.oo per 1000 seeds.
Cash wiih order from unkuuwu coiies-
pondeiits.
R. ASMUS, • ■ NEW DURHAM, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists* Exchange
SMILAX PLANTS
212 INCH POTS.
92.00 per 100. Casta.
EDWIN A. SEIDEWITZ,
36 W. LEXINGTON ST., BALTIMORE. MD.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ASPARAGUS
PLUMOSUS
NANUS
Representatives to the Providence
Convention are cordially invited
to inspect my Asparagus houses. .
I am the only large grower of
Asparagus in the United States,
and can supply strings by the
thousand at all times.
Take Oak Square Electric
Car from the Boston Flower
Market ■.
W. H. ELLIOTT,
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
BRIGHTON.
MXSS.
[URnTHIIIIGSdLIll,
82.60 per 100. PRIMDLAS, bright colors,
mixed, $2.50 per 100. surplus stock. Address
W. B. WOODRUFF, Florist,
IVestfleld, T«. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
iOOO SEPK PLHIITS
In 3>^ inch pots, strong and healthy.
S2,50 per loo.
ASA L. BROWN, Davis Ave., Kearney, N.J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
LOW PRICES. HIGH VILUE.
Smllax, itrnng $'3.00 per 100
Dracaena Indlvlsa, ready
I . .r 4 s 6.00 per 100
Rex Beiconlas, 3'8, assorted strong.
Cabh with order, please.
C. W. TURNLEY, Haddonfield, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SPIILBI! SPIILHI
$10.00 per 1000.
GLADIOLI CUT SPIKES
By the 1000 or lO.OOii. Got onr prices.
TERMS CASH.
BETSCHER BROS., Canal Dover, Ohin.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SMILAX
F. A. BALLER, Bloomington, III.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
AZALEAS!
PALMS. Etc.
For Palms, Aspidistras, Araucarias, etc.,
ilease refer to our advertisemetit in Florists'
Sxchange ot May 16tb and June l->th.
BEGONIAS.
(Erect Flowering) Sing'e Tuberous Rooted,
ihnnt I inch diHTii., separate colors, $6.UU per
IIKXI; S7O0O per 10,000.
II". nt 1 to IH inch diam., separate coU>r8,
$16 00 per lOOii: i\M.m per lOOiO.
Double Flowering.
iliout I in. diam,, separate colors, $'Z2 per inoo.
Ujout U^ in. and above, eep. color8,$40 per 1000.
GLOXINIAS ^V.;.tr.n..,
Ihinit M to 1 i ch diam., mixed, $10.00 per 1000;
$9 1.0 ■ pet in,ono
kliout 1 inch and atiove diam., mixed, $18.00 per
loot); $160.00 per 10.1(10.
Forcing and other Nursery stocks
ROYAL NURSERIES,
LOUIS VAN HOUTTE PERE,
Ghent, Belgriu™.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
736
The F^i-ORiSTS' Exchange.
OBITUARY.
Calvin S. Goddard.
Calvin S. Goddard died very suddenly
on the morning of August 4, at his home
in Deering Center. It is thought that his
sudden demise was probably owing to
pleurisy of the heart. Mr. Goddard had
been Icnown as a successful florist in
Deering for some 25 years. He originally
came from Brunswick to Morrills Corner
as manager of Adams' nursery, and later
started in business for himself at his
present stand.
He was a minister in the Society of
Friends and prominent in all affairs of
that society. He leaves a widow, daugh-
ter, and two sons, one of whom, Lewis
Goddard, was associated with him in
business. The other son Edward H.,
lives in Ashland, Me. Mr. Goddard was
-72 years of age.
Nathaniel P. H. Willis.
It is with regret we are called upon to
record the death of Nathaniel P. H. Willis,
which occurred on August 3, in Chelsea,
Mass., at the advanced age of 87 years.
Mr. Willis was perhaps the oldest sales-
man in the country and undoubtedly the
oldest in any seed store, having served
for sixty-four years, prior to August,
1894, in the constant employ of Joseph
lireck & .Sons and their predecessors.
Mr. Willis was the son of Charles Willis,
well known among the farmers at the
beginning of this century, and was de-
scended from Charles Willis, of Puritan
fame. He began work as a boy in his
father's shop, and in a short time went
on the salesfloor of Jos. R.Newall, dealer
in seeds and agricultural implements, at
No. 108 State street. This business was
soon after absorbed by Jos. Breck & Co.,
then in the seed business and publishers
of the New England Farmer, and in their
employ he remained until a few years
prior to his death.
Henry A. Gone.
Henry A. Gane died at his residence in
West Newton, Mass., on Monday e-ien
ing, August 9. Though not identified
with the trade Mr. Gane had aln a^ s
been an ardent and successful horticul
turalist, and devoted much time tocioss
fertilization of chrysanthemums, having
produced the Mrs. Jerome Jones, so pop-
ular with all growers the world over,
Golden Ball, West Newton and many
others. Mr. Gane was born at Frome,
Somersetshire, England, in 1811, and
was therefore 86 years of age. After
spending several years in different parts
of New England, he established himself in
the book-binding and book-binding sup-
ply business in Boston, in 1846. He was
Buccessful and many years ago retired
from active business to spend theremain-
der of his life among his plants and
flowers on his beautiful suburban estate
in West Newton.
Edwin 11. Bus well.
On Saturday last theremainsof Edwin
M. Buswell were interred in Newton
Cemetery, having been accompanied by
his son and daughter from Brooklyn,
N. Y., where he passed away two days
before. To the last generation of horti-
culturists In the vicinity of Boston, Mr.
Buswell was well known, and by them
he was loved and respected. He came
originally from Lebanon, N. H., and was
for many years in business in Boston,
residing in the suburb of Maiden. His
love of plant lite was inherent, and in his
Maiden garden it is said that he had at
one time perhaps the most complete col-
lection ever brought together in this
vicinity of hardy herbaceous plants and
shrubs, embracing, as it did, some four
thousand different genera and species.
From 1866 to 1881 he was treasurer of
the Massachusetts Horticultural Society,
and in this position his love and knowl-
edge of horticulture proved of incalcu-
lable value both to himself and to others.
To him belongs the credit of introducing
the Freesia refracta alba into the United
States, having received it in exchange for
some tree seeds sent to the secretary of
the Cape of Good Hope Agricultural
Society. His interest in his life's study
continued up to a few days before his
death, when he was stricken with
paralysis. He was 84 years and three
month of age.
IVilliam Murdoch.
William Murdoch, one of the pioneer
nurserymen and florists of western Penn-
sylvania, died at Pittsburg August 4.
Mr. Murdoch was horn near Belfast. Ire-
land, in 1801. His iiarcnts were Scotch-
Irish. In 1826 his fMthcr. .lolm MurdiM-li,
emigrated to Amcrii.i witli liis lamily.
There were seven chil.livH in tii.' l.iniily,
three girls and Icui Im.vs, Williniii.
James, Jiihii, .iiiil \ii.!ii \ Willi.-im was
On th«
business.
of 112 ;H-n'> I h- |.i
called Hc(lj;ri-Mxv i.ivii,
death of the Intlicr. I«
liam and J:iiiii's. i.M.k
They estalilisli.,! tliiMvill known storeon
Smithfield street. About four years ago
JamesMurdoch died, and soon afterward
William Murdoch retired from business
on account of his increasing years. A.M.
and J. B. Murdoch, sons of the deceased
member of the firm, (James) succeeded
him.
William Murdoch never married. Un-
til the death of his sister, eight years ago,
he made his home with her family, and
since that time ,ne has been living with
his brother's family on Wilkins avenue.
His death was the direct result of a fall
on the stairs at his home Tuesday night,
August H.
ciety to take it upon themselves to call a
formal meeting by circular in defiance of
the constitution and the wishes of many
of the members of the society is an act
that cannot be too strongly condemned.
Mr. Rudd says these are "erroneous
statcnuMits; " members of the society can
(icciilc tliat question for themselves. It
sirnis very clear that the officers have
run aw ny with the society. I hope they
r.'tnrn it in kimhI (,i-,1nnt; toncthi'i- the Carnation
Society and tliiS. A. I', was made. Op-
position w.is .li'vrlo|iicl. ,111(1 it wasfinally
voted that a drlc^air lie appointed by
the president to c-oniV-r with the executive
committee of tlir S. .\. r. 1 suppose that
a delegate was not appointiMl. (or no im-
port has been ni.idi- of any .■onlVivnce. It
is well known that some of tlie in.-nil..'is
of the Carn.-itioii S.iiii-ty arr sti -ly
opposed to any coiinccl ion wiili tin' s. .\.
a majority of the nieinliers vote to unite
with the S. A. F.. tliat ends it. and mem-
bers who don't like it can withdraw if
they choose. For the officers of the so-
rnational Horlicultural Exposition.
& Son, Holland.
of the society, they will therein find (Re-
port of 1891-92, page (>9) that the first
meeting of the society licld at the same
time as the il,-ite of tlir S. A. I", .•onv.-n.
tion at Wasliingtoli w.'is n-aliy .an .-Hi-
lls,jfl
iptc
bu.siness of the society is 'completed.' "
The only meeting in the interval li
t ween the annual gatherings, for whii
provision is made, is one of the executi-
committee which " may lie called by tl
bers thereof," tlirrr briii^ no spt time fi
tion.
In calHng the meeting, against wliii
Mr. Wight protests. President Kudd aid
within the powers vested in him by n
)lution of the
. th(
ciety
The constitution should, however, be
altered to meet the exigencies of the case.
or the meeting in August should be om-
of the executive committee onl.v.
The insinuation that the holding of an
August meeting of the Carnation Society
is an attempt to "unite with the S. A.
F.," is far-fetched, purely imaginary and
without foundation. Personally, we
have attended the August meetings, and
never heard such an idea mooted. Affil-
iation, if desired, can only be accom-
plished in one way, and that is by open
vote at a regular meeting, and of this
fact the officers of the Carnation Society
are perfectly cognizant. En.]
The New Tariff and its Probable
Effects.
Editor Flnrisls' Exchaiiye.
" 'Tis an ill wind that blows nobody
good," they say. Now let us see what
good may come to the trade in general of
this new 2.5 per cent, ad valorem duty on
most garden seeds, on all bulbs, bulbous
roots, eorms, plants, trees, shrubs, vines,
etc.. used by the florists or nurserymen.
First; The natural outcome should be
to imiirove im the general quality of hor-
ticultural and floricultural stock .sent to
this country, now, where the tax is raised
from an occasional 10 jjer cent, in the
past to the 25 per cent, staudai-d. And is
it not time that many foreigners stop
their silly talk of " anything is good
enough for America," and after they
knowingly sent rubbish, pretend that
what the.v sent was good and prime, be-
lieving us a set of ignoramuses, induced
possibly through previous occasional
stupid competition liere to excel rather
bv cheapness tlian qiialitv;
Second: Foivi-ii conn'tiies will likely
kets a very handy duinping ground for
their surplus stocks of an,v grade and
quality, when the chances'are that in
I the
■ the <
lavs for freight and duties returned.
Thus, prices in general will be better pro-
tected : and a fair article will not so easi-
ly be affected and made to suffer by a
surfeited market and low prices for poor
and inferior goods.
Third : The higher duty .should diminish
the chaucesof seeingforeign horticultural
and floricultural j3roducts of medium or
low grade offered to the unsuspecting
))ublic through channels that cannot
jiosse.ss tlie thorough knowledge of our
aitirics which is acquired only b.y profes-
sional training or after long experience.
\Vi- ri'lVi- liere to the department store
system, w-liose main method is to buy
anvtliini; tliat can iie lioiiglit cheap
enoiiiili. .iiid .-ilt.-r .-idiling .a l.iii- profit,
I .•ipiieai-rlirap in srlling: ■■ dry goods
the scciiman'saudtiorisfs pride is to
• satisfaction Hr.st and last, thereby
■iT.iti- new demands, and thus increase
ir tiade. This will be the natural
II'. wlieii.not forgetting the lessons
iM-Iiast. selling priiTs are kept at a
l.-vrl. ;niilnoumeasoiial.leprotitsare
evelop
■ments
mating
rices. Who
took the
in winter
bread and
We think not. \Vi
prices obtained ill general. We believe the
duty will work as a blessing to all— i'"-
j porters, dealers, " ""
August 14, 1897.
The Plorists' Exchange.
737
BOSES.
before t!u' khii Ikuiiis lo
houses up cniisiht.iil uUli w.ii.L
ill othei wiirdK. \\f sIkhiM iimI
uutil the day clisperses the fci.i
atmosphere. From now on om
watering and sj ringing, it the v
be fine, will be sufficient, unless v
an extremely hot spell, with a
air, when a light syringing and d;
down in the afternoon will \»
beneficial. Of course, where hous
cement walks they should be
down more frequently than thoi
walks of ashes or hihIi like niatei-
Speaking of cenn'iit walks U
houses, 1 have lieen askeil I.1I
young beginners if such walks w
most desirable. As theseiiarii.s \'
ing into the imsiness to ni.ilv'
had but a very limited c.i|.iial ..1
my advice to them was ti> iiiM-
money in a good reliable veil
While c
kept so
self, prt
thev he
a rose
machine
see used
Ofi
Don't over
over with tli
beds. Some soils are mo
green and cake than otli
happens it takes quite a
the soil gets into proper i
Last spring, in one 1
meutioned tliegrent ben
syringing fn. Ill .lilfer.-nt
center w.iik « lii'li wi-
many houses. Tliis is .
items that sliould ii^'t I
thoroughly
the plants,
served at ii
keeping all
raight.
ir from
1 heavy
111 aged.
Cannas, eic , at Scarboro, N. Y.
the
color markings than the parent,
crimson center being more solid and
much more brillant.
Robert Christie is a tall-growing canna
of great excellence; color, light orauge-
si-arlet is vi'i-v rlistinet as also is the
l,;ii,ii i;iik>.ii^ 111. i,-ill varieties it is
I jiiies undergo a
rriH i:ii Ir^i III ~.|ii;irr.. M.le by Side.
v.liiiir.il .Vvelhiii i.s head and shoulders
alHi\e all others. Its fohage is darker
than that of Egandale; its dark orange-
si a ilet flowers harmonizing well there-
Sc.m. du President Carnot, Black
r,. aiitv and J. D. Cabos, after Kgandale,
i.illuw in value among dark varieties, in
the oilier named.
OPEN TO ALL .... FREt TO ALL
Answers Solicited from Those Who Know.
(133) TemperliiK Waier.-Ivrouldlike
tnhear of a plan to takethe chill off water
used for spraviiiii and watering m win-
I lia\r liri-II 11,-ili^ -III. rl II mIii tank,
kii.iw ii is ill mil ' - ''■'-■ ' l"' short
< ,,i \\ iiii( r I ■ . . ■' ' ' ''' ■iii'l icy
,.1-, \ ]ir;i,'tir:il mi'i 1 1 H \ i n i isi ve ar-
rangement woulil lie a jileat l.eliefit.—
"HABLEs W. Cuorcu, Teuu.
—The most convenient arrangement for
emoving the chill from water used for
lu-ayins;- inirposes in irreenhonses in w-in-
'Zi^jlll '!'•''. '','!"','" l-'mp.' ruilsarein-
which
es tem-
om the
ylinder.
e appa-
iged so
to the
I,.. HEXUY \V. UUIBONS.
Wood Ashes for Carnations.
T Mix a portion of the wood
ith the soil at once, about one-
Allegheny Hollyhocks
and .\diantn
the tup of the tables, but
IS well. Without this a pure
sweet air.
11 wlii.h a rose delights to
thrive, cam,
liusiial iMTurnMiiT Kir us to
get sonic. V,
than in llie
list ball ill' Srlilrlllliel-, till
thermomett
■ hanging anuniil the ..0
no account during thise
Id the ventilators be closed.
or the evil
resulting will be greatly
•^^'V^'lt-';
since 1 was luii-piiig mi the same string.
and, it is very true, our boilers do not
get a very long rest. If any have
negleeteil going over, cleaning and get-
ting their heating apparatus into order,
thev should do the work at once. It
often happens while building and repair-
ing benilies. that scmie of the coils of
pipes get nut cif their original level,
consequently the priqier and easy circu-
Mmiature Field of Darwin Tulips
Referring
Hii
tional Horticultural K.sliilition, it ni:iy
perhaiis be con.sidered of some interest to
your readers to see a iiieturenf line of the
fleW iiT'-'narwi'i'i Tuhiis.''''' whii-il' was
planted and sliiiwn " not for competi-
tion" at the head entrance of the show.
The number of bulbs planted amounted
to l.-.,()00, in named varieties and so ar-
perhaps, six inches taller, with appar-
ently a much better constitution, and
enerallv speaking, a bettergrower. For
nw becliling or as a border for taller
arirlii- ilii- I inii'i i>i undoubtedly an
,.il„j^ii [,,:; 1 , .-ii\ ranks as one of
i.,.,,^i,l, I , I ' . i I'l —This canna is
eiliinii height.
is a seedling
rli it undoubt-
irf habit and
•ender it very
bolder in its
while the markings in the throat are
larger and deeper in color. Italiais behav-
ing splendidly, much better than it did
I iilier cannas worthy of mention are:
r.raute lie Poitevin, Papa. Souv.d'.\ntoine
I'lozv. F. U. I^erson. Trilby and Franz
S:SS,?":;'i';:i::.,r>^^:
lionsesot
I'.oston
il of the
grand thing" in' 'tl'.'.'wiT I'lt'lli
canna .lolin Laing.
s tiiiie is
Exhibitions
.idii
ittie
de-
edly supersedes. Us dw
free blooming qualities
desirable. The fiower ii
for cut Howers, plants, and
suitable premiums awarded.
Bog is secietary and treasurei
Waco, Texas.— The seeoi
on the Unit Coasl. .Mrs. .\1. ii. liavis is
secretary.
P.ipii'hester, N. Y.— The Westchestet
County Gardeners' Association will holil
a chrysanthemum exhlliition in Fehr't!
Opera House, on November.") and (> next,
A. Ouerson, Rye, N. Y., is secretary.
le aliciut the proiiortion
of n "alloii 111 100 square feet of bench
surface, t or ■" imlii s deep. Later on.
"ive the iiliinls n li;;lit top-dressing and
mix light Iv uiih till- siniace soil. When
von coniuHiH 1- ;;ivini; liquid mauure,add
Il little lit the ashes to the liquid. In this
wav the plants will receive a constant
sup'plv. For fuller directions how to
prepaVe soil, see my article read before
the Carnation Society at Cincinnati last
February. H. Weber.
(125) Heatins by Coil B. Jler. — I
would like to ask through the Exchange
how large a coil boiler will be required
and the best shape, to heat three houses
running north and soiitli, fairly pro-
tected; No. 1 is lsx~,o i.-it; I loot Bide
'iiiil ,s inches rise to I lir iMi 1I 1 1 1 he heated
ill 40 or. -,o degrees; .\'o -, IsnTI) feet,
to C.-i or 71) degrees; No. :!. 12x.S0 feet,
to 40 or 4") degrees. The mercury may
droll to L'O degrees below zero. I'lease
give size of grate and smoke pipe, and
oblige.— S. M.
—The size of the coil can be varied to a
considerable extent, but if to be run with
economy of labor and fuel, the grate
should be about 2y4X 3 feet and the coil
should have a surface of 150 square feet.
It made 5 feet long, it will require
forty-eight 2-inch pipes, which can be ar-
in six tiers of eight pipes each, or
is used, seven tiers of
I will answer, although
.unit L;ives rather more
iu ui\ e the best results,
.rr .Inralile, as the pipe
smoke iiipe may lie from
,1 .li.iiiii.tir.ai-i-ordiligto
,. li,.i"lit anil size of the
No. 3. I- I{- Taft.
(13fi) Cheap tiiqiitd Shadliiir Ma-
terial lor Greenhouses.—.!. .1. G. We
know of no cheaper liquid shading than
that which has been recommended in
this paper, viz., white lead and naphtha.
angedi
Alleqheny Hollyhocks.
from a
Messrs.
I'hiladel-
type of
111 those
disposed
738
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Contents.
Cannas, Etc., AtScabboro
Camjas, Variations
CabnatiiiNi- ...
Thrips and Aphiues as causes of Bac-
Catalogues Keoe:ved .....
Chanoks in UnsiNE»s
Chkysantheucms
CONVKNTio.i, The
cohkespondence
Credit*, Individual .... 743,
Exhibitions
HULLVHUCKS, ALLEOHENT, (lllus.) .
Obituahv:
Calviu S. Goddard. N. P, H. Willis,
Henry A. Gaiie. E. il. BulwbII and
William Murdoch
Question Box
KuSES
Seed Trade Report
Seeds, Testing 734.
Sweet Pea riHow, Springfield
Tulips, Dakwin, Miniatdhe Field of
Trade Note« :
Boston, New York
Cleveland, Philadelphia ....
I3.ltimi.re, Bulfalo
PIttsi.uivh.Short Hiils, N. J.' '. '.
Cincinnati, Nashville ....
Batavia, N, Y., New Kochelie N. Y.
Provi.leuoe, Toruiito ....
For the Busy Man.
The Sioux City Seed and Nursery Co, has
been reorganized.
A lar.fe and enthusiastic convention at Prov-
idence is assured. Are you going?
New Y.irk will have one m.ire wholesale
house on or ab"Ut September 1 next.
We refer landscape architecis to the offer of
I on page 741.
not ices of Ave veterans whose ages aggregate
415 years.
A question affecting the legality of the F. E.
McAllister <'o.'&(New York) assignment is now
Bulb dealers are, so far, «atisfled with the
efl cisor cliecariff. Prices abroad are reported
to be ^tiffening.
The Florists' Association of Berlin, Germany,
has protested to he Imperial Chancellor
agaiusi. the new tariff.
The letter of Professor Galloway, page 732'
throws a new light on the cause of bacteriosis
of carnations. Knad it carefully.
Hnilstorms have been frequent the past
week but we have h-'ar i of no serious damage
having been done to greenhouses.
The American Seed Trade As-ociation has
Advertise the result of your
exiiibitiuu at ilie convention lu
the Plori>ts' Kxchange. edition
ot August 21. So doing will pay
you.
T/ie Convention.
Present indicatiouH tend to justify us
in prognoBtieating that next to the Bos-
ton meeting, the I'rovidenee convention
■n-ill be the largest in the history of the
.Society of American Florists. This grat-
ifying result can, we think, be ascribed
to several causes : The convention city is
centrally located, easy of access from the
great horticultural sections of the East,
aud with its neighbor, Newport, presents
numerous attractions for the spending of
a vacation which the majority of the
delegates in reality make the convention
outing. Then, too, there are many signs
of returning prosperity apparent which
warrant the members in going to a little
outlay in search of education, recreation
and, perhaps, nee.led recuperation. An-
other potent factor has been the in-
creased efforts put forth by those having
the affairs of the society in charge, in an
endeavor to drum up enthusiasm and at-
tendance. These combined agencies have
conduced to make the forthcoming con-
vention have an old-time ring of success
about it, as far as attendance is con-
cerned, which we are glad to note.
Such a large aud enthusiastic meeting
as is guaranteed should be capable of do-
ing a great amount of satisfactory work.
This, however, rests with the individuals
in attendance. The floor of the conven-
tion is where grievances, if any, should
be ventilated and considered, where sug-
gestions for the betterment of the society
and its work should be made; and where
that interest which will make for the wel-
fare of the members cofistituting the
association should be e.\hibited. " In the
multitude of counsellors there is wis-
dom;" and out of the opportunities
which the convention fioor affords in the
matter of submitting remedial measures
for ills, real orimagiuary, that may or be
supposed to exist, something tangible
may be evolved. Therefore, if the work
of the convention is to be made a success,
and the society benefited by your pres-
ence, evei-y one interested must lend a
helping hand. State your ideas in your
own way, so long as you make yourself
understood, frankly, and without tear
or favor. Kemember it is here alone that
you can obtain relief. Come to the con-
vention with well-matured and carefully
thought out opinions on matters which
the members ought to take hold of and dis-
cuss, and present these opinions to be de-
liberated upon. It will avail yourself and
the society notliing, if you "hide your
light under a bushel," and then when the
work IS ended, go home and complain
that such and .such should have been ac-
compliehed.
The Florists' Exchange will have head-
quarters at the -Xarragausett Hotel dur-
ing the three days of the convention.
The exhibit of books and printed sup-
plies generally for the use of florists,
luirseryinen, seedsmen, and horticultural
as.socuitious to be made by the .\. T I)e
Ea JIare Printing and Pubhshing Co.,
Ltd., will be found worthy of attention.
Chief among the new books offered will
be sample sheets from ■' The Water Gar-
den" by William Tricker, now on the
press and near completion. Our stand is
just inside the main entrance to Exhibi-
tion Hall.
Delegates to or from the convention
who desire to visit any of the several es-
tablishments in the vicinity of New York
will, on calhug at this office, be afforded
■■•ery information as regards routes, etc.
Providence Hotels.
The following hotels in Providti
cated near the Convention hall and i
modaie guests at prices indicated.
Hotel Dorranee, WeBtminster street, 120
rooms, $1.00 to 13 00, European plan, gentle-
men only.
City Hotel, Weybosset street, 70 rooms, $2.00
to $3 50 American plan ; 75 cts. and upwards,
European plan.
Hotel Perrin, Washington street, 50 rooms,
$1.50 to $2 00, American plan.
Perkins House, Weyhoasef street, 40 rooms
$1.50, American Plan; $1.00, European.
Central Hotel, Canal street, 60 rooms, 50 cts.
to $1.00, European plan.
The Allen, Green street, a quiet family
house, $l.iO, American plan.
The Benedict, Pawtucki^t, R. 1., 4 miles from
hall. Steam and electric cars every ten
minutes. Will accommodate .0 to 40 guests
American plan, at $1.50 to $3.00 per day.
Don't fail to look i
for
See
>yon
At Providence— bowling and shooting
—perhaps, also, bawling and shouting;
but where do the wheelmen come in ?
Boston,
Death Removes Three Veterans.
It is a sad coincidence that in less
than a week, betw^een the 3d and 9th of
August, we should be called upon to
mourn the loss of three horticulturalists
so long and well known to flower lovers
of this vicinity, as E. W. Buswell, for
many years treasurer of the Massachu-
setts Horticultural Society ; N. P. H. Wil-
lis, for 64 consecutive years with the firm
bearing the name of Joseph Breck, and
H. .i. Gane, the enthusiastic chrysanthe-
mum hybridizer of West Newton. The
combined ages of these three veterans
was 257 years.
Library of Ham Hart Soci'ty.
A new departure is announced bv
the Massachusetts Horticultural Society
in a recently issued circular signed by the
president, Francis H. Appleton, which
may be of interest and value to many of
our readers in this section. After setting
forth the objects of the society, the circu-
lar states that " It may not be generally
known even to the members of the so-
ciety, that the library appears to have
attained an extent and value exceeding
that of any other horticultural library in
this country, and excelled bv few in the
world, and the rapidity with which it is
Tiow growing is greater than ever before.
Though only members of the society can
take out books for home use, all who
desire are cordially invited and welcomed
to consult its books in the library room
and all such will find a great convenience
in its central location, at Horticultural
Hall, No. 101 Tremont street, Boston. '
Exhibition ^otea.
The exhibition at Horticultural
Hall last Saturday was very bright and
interesting. The prizes were for displays
of named annuals filling not less than
150 bottles. There were numerous en-
tries, and the prizes were awarded to
William Thatcher, gardener to John L.
Gardner, Esq., first; Cari Blomberg, gar-
dener to Oakes Ames, Esq., second; and
Charles H. Souther, third. J. Warren
Clark made a good display of gladioli,
and W. N.Craig and James Comley added
to the exhibition interesting displays of
cut flowers.
The News of he Week.
Julius A. Zinn and a young lady
assistant had a narrow escape during
the severe thunder storm of Wednesday
of last week. They were at work arrang-
ing a "gates ajar," when the building.
No. 2 Beacon street, was struck by light-
ning, the bolt passing across the counter
where the florists were at work, but for-
tunately doing no damage except leaving
a white mark behind it.
Fred Twombly is stoppingfor a week's
outing on the Narragansett River, in
Rhode Island.
George S. Sylvester lost about 100
lights of glass by hail a week ago last
Wednesday.
John C. Meyer & Co. will be on hand
at Providence with an exhibit of their
silkaline. This material is made in three
sizes— one each for general florists' work,
for sinilax and for asparagus- and is
highly recommended by those who have
used It. Mr. Meyer says he is going to
give his friends at Rocky Point a chance
to go fishing with green silkaline, for
which purpose it also is well suited.
Large catches are sure to result.
W. K. W.
New York.
WholeRale Market.
The demand is apparently getting
less week by week ; no matter how linlit
the supply, there is more stock than tlic
market requires. Roses accumulate i:ip-
idly, and as a consequence some ex
tremely low figures have been taken in
order to clear; $2.50 per 1,000 has li.-.n
a frequent taking price for No. 2 stock.
Asters and gladioli are meeeting with
slow sales, and prices are at least 20 per
cent, lower than last week. Quantities
go unsold.
John I. Raynor is able to be about
again a part of the time, but has to be
very careful of himself. Unfortunately,
as soon as he got over his recent sickness
he had the misfortune to rupture a
blood vessel.
A New Wholpssle Honae.
A new wholesale house will be
opened on or about September 1, by
Peter MacDonald and James McManus,
under thestyle of MacDonald & McManus,
at No. 50 West Thirtieth street. Mr. Mac-
Donald is well and favorably known to
the trade in this city ; he was formerly
gardener to G. Amsinek, Esq., at Sum-
mit, N. J., and later in charge of Siegel-
Cooper's plant department. Mr. Mc-
Manus has had a long experience in the
cut flower commission business, having
been with several houses in that line in
New York. Both are young men of con-
siderable energy, and will no doubt make
a success of their new venture.
Uhsngea at the Cot Flower To.
On Monday next begins a new sys-
tem of managing aud disposing of- the
stock coming into this mart. So radical
is the change that it will no longer be
wholly a commission house, but rather
an open market, except that the lease is
held by the corporation. Stockholders
have been alloted table space, according
to the number of their shares and value
of assessment. Each grower engages his
own salesman, who will receive and sell
outright, according to his own discre-
tion, for which work he will be paid a stip-
ulated percentage, ■ ■
his own help and
expenses. All clerical work and collec-
tions will be controlled by the Cut Flower
Company. Howard E. Blauvelt will
represent the company, and will sell for
those who wish to consign without em-
ploying their own salesman. Amongthe
latter will be the John Henderson Com-
pany and S. C. Nash. Henry Baylis, late
manager, will sell for John H. Taylor,
F. R. Pierson Company, and Dailledouze
Bros., and will have eleven tables. L. M.
Noe, J. N. May, and Fillow & Banks will
be represented by J. McConnell and will
occupy eighteen tables. Ernst Asmns
will be represented by his son, A. E. As-
mus, and will htive eight tables. J. Nash
will represent F. L. Moore and will have
two tables.
ConTentlon Nofea.
The Transportation Committee
met on Thursday, and comjileted arrange-
ments for the care of the delegates pass-
ing through New York. Everything is
now satisfactory. Through their agency
fifty rooms had been engaged up to Fri-
day morning, so from that and tlie num-
ber of rooms engaged direct, it is safe to
expect 200 guests on the Plymouth, Mon-
day night. A glimpse at the bill of fare
shows that delegates will be well cared
for. Boat leaves foot of New Pier 3(3,
North River, at 5.30 p.m.
The committee asks that delegates be
on hand at latest, by 4:30 P. M., and
that they secure certificates at time of
purchasing their tickets. This is impor-
tant, for without a certificate the rebate
will not be allowed on the return fare.
.Secure staterooms upon arrival in Provi-
dence, for while a larger boat will be pro-
vided for the return trip, still it will be
difficult to obtain sleeping accommoda-
tion, if not reserved early. Trolley cars
will await the arrival of theboat at Prov-
idence and convey the delegates to the
principal hotels.
Retail Trade,
An unusual compliment to a florist
employe is to be awarded to .4. Merritt
of the firm of J. H. Small & Sons. On
Sunday, June 22, J. H. Starin will pres-
ent the services of the Chester A. .\rthur
barge and tug, lor a trip around Staten
Island. The proprietors of the Waldorf
will furnish music and the caterers all re-
The wi.sest cour.se is to adver-
tise when and wliereyou are sure
of an audienee. Advertise eon-
veniion exhibition results to 30U
in our issue of August 31. All
the trade 'will read.
August 14, 1S97.
The Florists* Exchange.
739
Journal. Ilir irlrhi .iii-d Llipper i.iuai-ti-t
will alsii .(.iiiiihuic ilirfv (services, auil
other taliiii u ill 1 1 liand. A mosten-
joyablf tiaif Is rxpccii-d. The boat has
accommnilaticin lor ilOO guests, aurt
leaves foot of West 20th street, 10 A. M.,
Sunday.
A practical demoustratiou of how
plants may be well grown, on a commrr-
cial scale, iu a large city, is sc'i) at ftin
Keap street grci'iihon^rs l.nHikhn
where John Sent! is mi 1 : ^. 1
an addition 01' t\v. I paliii ii - - , :>
teetinlength, »a~ ni.i.l. ... : -1 -h
ment. An iiaUMn-. -) - , i> 1,1 1m
seen here as w . - .1 ml, s,
and other. ire-,, I
Henry W. (IiMm m ,,:,,, ~i iiii,'ie,m
New York, Ii.'imh:, .. • . • 1 1, - •
with tll:il linn,!,.,- ^1,,',,-.,..; ,- -. •
laO LilH-i-|,v Mil , I 1; - . :
line of Ijllslnes^ . .■li^n as rmmiin um miui
neer and archiie. i In n„iitt is lu.rui u,-
tural. He will also introduce several de-
sirable specialties which will be of interest
to growers.
Secretary Loder, of the National Flor-
ists' Board of Trade, will be prevealed
.'r & Co. have now almost
business; the remaining
s being sold out as rapidly
aace of light is provided
• cases. Altogether they
facilities to handle their
has returned from Italy, after
renf threemonths. Hehastrav-
li-ivrly through Europe, and
' ! ilie latest novelties in the
After cuuveiitiou adjoui-us all
will be auxiuuii to read wUat took
place there; uot ouly the huu-
(Ireds who weut, but the thou- 1
sauds who could uot go. This is
the issue to advertise iu. You
cau mail or telegraph copy up to
Thursday eveniug, August lO.
from atti'
Trade and desi
auent, will find
Broadway. He
increasing rapii
collection and
very apparent.
W. J. Vesey and wife. Fort Wayne
Ind., W. R. Smith, Washington, I). V.
and Benjamin Hammond, Fishkill-ou
Hud
thii
Follow good advice aud adver-
tise heavily ouly wlieu you have
every reason to believe tl>e iu-
vestiiieut will prove profitable.
Our issue of i*ugusl 21 will be a
good uuuiber to advertise iu
heavily.
Philadelphia,
ConTentlon Notes.
From present indications there will
be from 5.5 to 00 in the delegation from
this city. The party will leave Broad
street station ina special car .ittaelied to
the 1:40 P. M. train. Tirkelsiansi l,e
procured at the Pennslvvanla K.iIIic.kI
ticket office, 1411 Chestnut streel. lici
early for your tickets to allmv time to
make out the certificate.
Htrket Notes.
themarkn, ,■11,. I ;iiv ,sr|lin- .-i 1 IVnni 2i>.'
tojlper 1(1(1. TlMM|n;,i,uly .il-.H„i .as
ters this ye.-ir is very sin.ill: the lloweri
are not up to st.auilai-il. :niil the stem
are nuieli slajrlei-. (if the r.ilms whiti
and red sell best, while jiink si^lls lairl.'
well. There is very little demand for tin
I)urple.
Outdoor grown stock is selling veri
slowly. There is a large quantity of car
nations from outside uov\- coming in
but the greater pait of these are thi-owi
ing the p. a
flowers lia-
having bee
in that sta
arrival, at
again, tl
purpose.
H. Waterer is now completing arrange
ments to open up a seed store in the I''all
David Wallace, who h.-is bee..ine wel
known as the manager for .1 oh n (i.ir.li
ner & (-'o., will manage ihis m w ^ii.n
and he is already at wnik ii.iirrinm
plans for the opening. .\ si,.i, ^^lllll,—
already \k-i-v
well known
cellent reput
class stock.
i are a gootl
nts, and should
rs. Mr. Heacock
and will make
Springfield (Mass ) Sweet Pea
Show.
Desjiite the very unpropitious weather
which lias prevailed for some time back,
the show of sweet peas held here during
the past week was iu some respects an
excellent one. The quality of the flowers
of the season, Tliere were quite a ainn-
ber of entries in each class, aud but very
few classes iu which the first, second,
aud third premiums were not awarded.
The Eckford Challenge Cup was won
by Mr. Hartzell, whose exhibit of Eck-
ford's 1896 set was an excellent one.
Shahzada showed up very well in this
class ; when bunched, this variety gives
a very dark effect.
Queen Victoria was perhaps admired
more than any other variety. In the
same exhibitor's collection. Triumph was
Eckford
Lottie 1-
that 1(
Blanche
iig Bride, a variety
Uushing Beauty:
•a Early Blanche
iitchins has been testing,
ly gratifying fact was the intei'est
I in the exhibition by the ladies,
I number of them being competi-
k. Katharine Tracy, first
ovely. second. Lovely
ill is surely the handsom-
iii the way of pinks:
tor, second; Purple Bronze Stripe, third.
Coronet did not show up so well as Au-
rora; its stem is short, and Aurora
bunches better.
Best new variety, not catalogued before
is'.ii , lioyal Kose, California, and Queen
\l.toii,i III the order namd. Koyal Bose
I'.est tell stems w"ith largest blossoms,
Koyal Bose, a mixed lot, and Senator.
There was also a very creditable dis-
play of dahlias made by B. F. Lee and
others. O. U. Dickinson exhibited splen-
did spikes of cannas, in which Burbank
showed to better advantage than Aus-
tria, .V ni.-e e.xliililt of I'lllo.v .leeussata
Cleveland.
Dull TImFB PreTail.
No particular change in business
can be noted since the last writing. Ke-
tail trade continues quiet, though a few
orders lor funeral work come iu aud re-
lievi' the stajiiiatioii to some degree.
stoek is liieiitifiii. and considerable im-
luoveiiieiit iu quality is quite noticeable ;
asters ale becoming better and more
lileiitlful; the wholesale price at present
ranges in. Ill T.'.c. to fl.50 per 100, ac-
ci-.raliig to iiuality ; now retailiugat 35c.
to ¥1 per dozen. Roses are also improv-
ing, and prices remain the same as last
reported. Gladioli are in great abun-
dance and retail, on an average, at 50e.
per dozen spikes. Wholesale prices of
this popular Summer tlower reach a
higher mark than last si'as..u. «f J to f:i
per 100 being realize.l f..r goo.l stock.
Lihes are still in al.un.iaiie.i ,iii.l hold a
place of prominenc.' in \v!ii.lo\\' decora-
Index to Advertisers.
AemUH B
ibiiiutl wm U
Hontn Jas & Son..
Auction Sales.
McCarthy N 1" * Co. 747
BeKunl-s
Xuiultjy O W 7!
liuaitl ot Trutle.
National flortsu'.... 71
Bulb» and Kuotfe
Allen Chas H Tc
AmellcaiiBulbOo... 7S
Bailer f A 7i
BoigerHH & Co 7;
: Wm & Song
. BroB..
Ouwerkerk V 73a
Plerson F K Co 721)
acbmliz F W 0 7.11
Shepherd MreT B,. 73u
Storrs & Uarrlaou Oo 162
Van HoutleLuUis... 736
Vau^hau'
Weeber * Don ,
QraUert & Oo. .
Hoffmann HA
Horan E 0
IlllnoisCutFlowerCo '
EaitiDg Wm F. . '
Krnnluou Bros Oo. '
MoKfUar Ohai W... 746
MlUangF 746
N Y Out Flower Oo 7)6
Purdy , Tube,
OtokPoltery'co 735
Hews AH s'oo'.!!'.'.! 741
HimngerBroB 741
McCarthy N.F.* Co. 747
Syracuse Pottery Oo 74*
WhlUdln Pottery Oo 741
Fruli Pliania
Conard 4 Jones Co.. 732
Elizabeth NursOo.. 732
Hart-adii
lean . ulbCo.. 730
AsmuB R 73S
Berger U H di Co 731
Brown Peter 730
Burpee W A * Co.... 730
Gunuingha
lOo.
JohLsou A Stokes...
UeCullongl.s Sons..
Mahoney G L .^ Co, .
Prunty Oias E
SchillM J L
Shellroad G'bouse Co
Shepherd MrsT B.,
73U
Jackson « Perkins
Waverly O'houses
HcKlIng ami Ven
tilallng Material
Uarmody JD 74
Ohadborn-r
Ooidwell-WUcoi t
Gibbous H'y W
Herendeen MfgCo..
Hlppatd £
Ultchings & Co...
Lookland Lumber Co
Lord & Bumham Oo
Uonlnger John 0 Co 74
Pierce F O Co 74
Plenty's Horticnl-
tnral Works 74
Quaker City Machine
745
Vanghan'B Seed Store 729
Zirngicbel D 730
Sliroita, Flowering
Bobbink L 0 . . 732
JackBou & PerklnsCo 743
Ouwerkerk P. 732
B«U-.rFA 736
Betacher Bros...... 736
Bool Floral Co 740
Brown AL 736
EiselcO 718
Horau J * Son 736
1 Kilb..urD K 735
National Plant Co... 7«3
Woodruff WB 736
Supplies and
Reiiulalfes
Bayersdorfer H &Co 748
Boston Letter CO ... 740
ChateBenj 744
Oouley John & Hon.. 740
715
Florist HaUAss'n.... 744
Inaectleiaes ai.il
Fungl<'lde>
Hammond Benj... . 744
Joosteu U H 744
KenluckyExtract Co 714
Greene k Dnderhlll. 740
HugiieBOeoJ "10
Mahoney OLiCo.. 731
nu.hr
Elliott \
LougsdorfCL 713
PuU.nAlet 732
Reas.iner Bros 732
Storrs a Harrison Oo 732
SipbrochlJiSon.'.
. 729
Panslr.
Brown Peter
Cunningham J H..
Herr Albert M....
. 730
. 730
. 731
BrosOo.. 716
Kunhn UA 716
Littlefleld HP 714
LongD B 711
McCarthy NF400.. 717
Reed n Seller.
RiceM 4 Co 718
.StefloUBE 711
Sutherland Geo A... 7<7
Welch Bros 710
EslerJO* a' '.. 741
Littlefleld H F 711
PlercoFO Oo 716
ElseleJO 71
EiSfleO 71
Jackson 4PerkinsCo 71
Eadletz J 71
Ouwerkerk P 73
Violets
BockertT F 71
B.^iiedict G H 73
Bool Floral Oo 71
Bouluu hd 73
Ohlnnlck WJ 73
I ConnellBen] 73
EmmansGcoM 7i:
740
Thb F=i-orists* Exchange.
Ferns, Violets, BosesaqdSmiiax
Trnnsplai
flats
Mar" "
ntum Cuneatum, 2 inch
pots
■ 'Seedlings from
Lonise Violets, 3 inch
Smilax. 2 inch pots 160 10 00
Perle. Bride and Bridesmaid
Roses, 8 inch puts 5 00
Field-srrown carnations; prices on application.
THE BOOL FLOR&L CO., Ithaca, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Prize-Winning
DAHLIAS
AN DPRECEDENTED RECORD.
23 First Prizes, Certificate of Merit, 2
Diplomas, and highest mention everywhere.
If you want the 'Verj- best Dabliaa
that bloom, send for our 1897 descriptive trade
list now ready. Address
W. p. PEACOCK.
Dahlia Specialist, ATCO, N.J
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PRIMUU OBCOmti.
, some in bloom, 3 i
Very fli
Begonia Kek,' 16 varV.I 3 i'n.Vflne! !
Oyclamen Giganteum, 3 in
Giant California Daisy, strong, 3
Per 100
.' $6.00
, One t
Heliotrope. Lemoine's Bri
strong, bushy, 8 inch, im
trusses
Begonias, Rooted Gattiugs,
newell, the best Begonia out.
alba picta, eti
Metall
GEORGE J. HUGHES, Berlin, N.J.
WhenW^ritlng Mention Florists' Exchange
CYCLAMEN
GIGANTEUM
BOUGAINVILLEAS
Glabra and Glabra Sanderiana.
Baltimore.
the Very I
almost CO
durablene
strong claims t J
THEY AFFORD
■inc the Flower Days of the year,
w Vearc, Easter, Decnratlon Day, witb
The pli
3tronff. Rapi00 Pelargoniums, pink, with dark
upper petals. Stock plants, 3 and 3^
Inch pots $3.C
Rex Begonia. 10 to 20 varieties, 2J^ in.
Rex Begonia.El'audi In.'pots, $6'60and 8C
Mrs. Follocic Geranium, 2^ in. pots.. 4(
Mt. of Snow Geranium, 2^ in. pots... 4.(
Bronze Geranium, 2J4 in. pots 3.(
Snow Crest Daisies, clumps 4.(
Roses, 2)4 a - ■ ■■ •
ided and make 4 (
These
, pots;.
ROOTED CUTTINGS.
Mrs. Pollocli $2.00
Vincasvar 1.25
Lemon Verbena 1.25
Snow Crest Daisy 2 00
Hydrangeas, Pink and White 2.00
Terms Casli or C. O. D,
GREENE S UNDERHILL, Watertown, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
From i inch pots. 12.00 per 100.
.■iSTER Pi./lNTS-CholceBt colors. Sempl-'f
Branchlnu Chrysanthemum flowering, intend d ti
bloom Sept. and Oct. A 1 condition, $1.00 per 100
S.>Ill,A.V-Strong plants trom pots, |2 00 per 100.
JOHN C. EISELE,
20th & Ontario Sts.. PHILADELPHIA, PA.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CINERARIAS
E. FRYER,
Berriman St. and New Lots Road, BROOKLYN. N.Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
lliDiieiopsis VellGill.
POT-GROWN SEEDLINGS,
$4.00 per 100.
J. K4DLETZ, •'•,%'!" Dongan Hills, N.Y.
When W^rltlng Mention Florists' Exchange
CHINESE PRIMROSE
PLANTS.
grand str
ain has the
National a
nd Canadian
repn-
9lngle
varieties
t2.60 per 100
per 1000.
e, red ant
lOUO.
Extr
KxpresB,
JOHN F. RrPP. Shireniiinstown, Pa.
Chlnase Primros* Specialist.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
The Harket.
Asters are at present our niaiiist;
for funeral work. Roses are very iiiferio
the old balsjim is no iiiore urown.
Jottiniis
Halliday Brothers are buildinstwo
violet houses, about 200x12 feet each.
The stock to go in these is now in -t-inch
pots, and is looking remarkably fine.
In order to get large plants quickly of
those varieties of roses that grow slowly
Halliday liros. have plaule.l tliem on
lieiielies in the siuue in;iiui.'r ;\s pl.-iiifing
ese plants are now looking very proni-
ig. It is the intention to lift and pot
'se roses in time to make room for car-
'onrad He.ss has had good success with
: caination seedUng, Baltimore. He
d some very large, fine flowers ou exlii-
ion the other day. The variety is a
i'ith his carriage and liai-ness. also a
trge lot of feed. The loss will aggregate
1,000. Mr. Hess' iilace is situated near
he station at Cockeysville. He is noted
n- growing fine violets.
Edwin .\. .Seiiiewitz.
Buffalo.
Trade is Dull.
The flower stores have attained the
height of Summer dullnes.s. Kven calls
for flowers for funerals have been fewer
than common at this time of year.
Though thelotsof flowersnow brought
in are not large, such are ample for all
needs, with the probable e.xception of
carnations, which are still scai'ce. Sweet
peas are quite improved in quality over
a few weeks ago.
fairly represented at the S. X. V. conven-
tion next week. Those going seem to
favor a rail trip to New York cit.v on
Sunday evening, thence bv boat with the
The Sews.
But little, if •■niy, new building it-
going on. Palmer & Son arc well nndei
waj' in rebuilding, tlioiigli not eiitireh'
completed. William l.egg has ;u-tively
commenced on his new .•stahiishnient on
Delaware avenue. Williani Si.itt is build-
ing a violet house at ( in-fn.
Louis Hock, forniei-ly witlii', I-'. Cliris-
tensen, has become an asiiirnnt for a
business of his own, having i-i-iited tin
late J. Bromer's place on I-:, .\oi-th street
Dennis D. O'Coniiell aiinou s a witli
drawal from business here, in onlei- tt
take a position in Kansas ( 'it\. .\lii..\vitl
the Wabash Railmad.
H. .T. Millat is visiting fi-ieii, Is lieie.
Sneak tliieves entered Kastings store
on last Sunday night and abstracted a
small amount in change and postage
stamps trom the cash drawer.
Mrs. C. F. f'hristensen is reported seri-
ously ill with a heart ilitMeulty.
W. .\. .\dams i-eceiitiv spent ,-i v.-u-.ition
in a lake trip toCliieago ami i-i-tmn.
Daniel B. Long visited liei>i-L;e .\inolds
aster and sweet pea gardens in West
Rochester on Thursday of last weel;, .-iiei
speaks in praise of that gentlenians
efforts in improving and disseiiiinaling
these two classes of flowers.
.lolin Rreitmever. of Detroit, and his
son I'hilip visited kinsfolks in town re-
cently and also called on the craft.
Charles Fox, .Ir., of Philadelphia, visited
Niagara last week and spent Sunda.v
JOHN CONLEY & SON,
MANUFACTCREBS OF
TIN FOIL
2 and 4 Dominick Street,
NEW YORK.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CHOCOLATE COOLER CO.,
GRAND RAPIDS, MICH.
Manufacturers of
FLORIST'S BEFBieElllTOnS.
Send for Circular.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
I "JKDOO" ♦
X FIBRE and LIQUID are used and X
X endorsed by the leading growers. «
X Try them and be convinced. 4
^♦^ ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦^
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
'WELCH BROTHERS,
DEALERS IN
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
■^?rp'r„^PUc1: \ BOSTON.
wire Designs, Wheat SheaveEj Baskets, Im-
mortelles, Cape Flowers. Cut Flowers, Boxes,
and all other supplies, at prices to meet com-
petition
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
HENDERSOii'S BULB CULTOBE.
THll
S
HIS is a large twenty-four page book, with
-»- special tjuiture turwctions lor over *uu
varieties of Bulbs. It has been compiled with
" Its Information is accurate, re-
;o the latest date. Thl» book
should be In the hands of every Florist.
POST-PAID for 26 at*.
THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
P.O. BOX, 1697. NEW YORK.
TELEPHONE, 1782 18TH ST.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
GOLD FISH.
Fine Healthy Stock.
Medium to large size. $10 00 per 100. Cash
with or ler. No charge for shipping cans.
Gold Fish can he shipped bv Express thou-
sands "f miles with safety and are a profitable
and attractive stnclc to handle.
Full line of Aquaria Supplies.
KEENAN'S SEED STORE,
6112 and 6114 Wentwortli Ave., CHICAGO.
wnien Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
N. F. McCarthy, Treas. & Hanager.
.."SKV BOSTON. MASS. ^^V^ii-„.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
August 14, 1897.
Thb F=i-orists' Exchange.
741
VALVES and FITTINGS
For Pipe and Tubing.
VcNTILATINGAPPftR&TUS.
SUMMER IN WINTER
By Using
Standard Greenhouse Boilers
One cent gets our Catalogue.
GIBLIN & CO., = Utica, N. Y.
Roller bearlnil. •elf-oUlng <)e»H«,
ftntoma-tlo stop, Bolld link ctaaia,
mskea the IMPROVED CHAL-
LHNOB ttae most perfect appa-
ratuB In the market.
Write for eataloRue and prioei
before placing 7oar orders else.
Mention Flo
1 Chadborn's Automatic ^
i Ventilator^__^v i
f CHADBORN, KENNEDY & CO. }
K NEWBURGH, N.Y. f
■When Writing Mention Florists' Exchang./
Whe
CYPRESS
HBEEIIHflBSE
MATERIAL
OF ANY DESCRIPTION,
SEND FOR OATALOOUE.
■ Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Ilf YOU 1VANX
A GOOD SASH LIFT
For a Very Little Money Get
For Descriptive Catalogue Send to
J. D. CARMODY, Evansvllle, Ind.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
DO NOT BE HUMBUGGED
'".'LSs^o^^SrORE^MSILKaUNE
e made solely by JOM r» C MKYEIl *k CO.,
M; Bummer Street, BOSTON, MAH8., V. ». A.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
St. Louis.
Market Rrmains Cnchangrd.
Theiv has heen little
^ If you ha,
5 White Cy{
r high lands
pens tiiid :\ rcMclv market at friaii ~Mc. to
$1 per 100.
We know of no one from >St. Louis who
expects to l)e in Provkleuoe at the cou-
vi-ntion. Jf. H.
Chicago.
state of Trade and Weather.
So far as the weather is concerned
no complaint can be made; the weelj has
Ijeen simply perfect.
1 iiisi (luality is $2
I ' siiowing up, but
- ['111. Growers, so
i,, I in pressed with this
poor, white being
•arieties of color are:
. and Scott; 50c. to
liim flffure for best
hI~ hiiii(i23c. to30c.
Ill vri-y fine flowers
I t get sold and
for asters is 23c. to
;Iie selling price being
Confeulinn Hems.
(Her, 111! Bill
Lccietlons ti-om the lake.
The new palm houses at Washington
'ark are now glazeil, the glass being
riiumti, and H. .\. Bun
g I'iteher i.tMauda,Nev
Edcak Sanders.
r
The Right Cypress for
Greenhouse Material.
rial that has not been satisfactory?
t the best lumber to use. There is
there is Cypress that grows on the
Have you heard of Cypress Greenhouse Mat
K it does not follow that Cypress is m
Cypress, Yellow Cypress and Red Cypress
and Cypress that grows in the swamps.
All of these different kinds are not suitable for greenhouse purposes. Do you
know which kind is best and do you know that kind when you see it? If not you
would better buy from those that do know and will deliver exaitly what they sell. We
introduced Cypress for greenhouse construction and pushed it to the front. We know
all about it. For fifteen years we have made a specialty of furnishing it, and during
this time we have built up a reputation thai we cannot afford to jeopardize We send
out the best only.
Lockland Lumber Co.,
LOCKLA
ND. O. i
When Writing Men
CLASS
When Writing Ment
HRRRIS Si SON.
«iEW YORK, «9 LIBERTY ST., NEW YORK
mk„tU. B.t.BrMdw.7..4Chmk6t«.
1 Florists' Exchange
GLASS!
For Greenhouses, Conservatories,
Graperies, Hotbeds and all other
purposes, at Lowest Rates.
COWEN'S SON, 392 & 394 West Broadway, New YorU,
GLASS!
Get our Figures befor
irly lfl4 and 156 So. Fifth Avenue.
buyliiK Glass. - listimates Freely Given
I'rltlng Mention Florists' Exchange
The live Florist is now planning for next season. Are you he? If so, or not,
do not overlook the assisting features that might go with use of a set of
LONG'S FLORISTS' PHOTOGRAPHS
INTENDED FOR USE IN TAKING ORDERS. NEW CATALOGUE FREE.
Also a new and adaptable FLORISTS' CATALOGCE of Cut Flowers aud Arrangemenli
CIRCULAK ON APPLICATION.
DAN'L B. LONG, Publisher, BUFFALO, N.Y
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
'anufacturcr of SIEFFENS BW?
VV FLORISTS
WIRE DESIGNS
-AND. is UP P Li E^.—
' -JSTf2EET. NEW YOliK C/TY.
STANDARD ♦ POTS.
We are now ready to supply a superiol
quality of Pots in unlimited quantities.
Catalogues and price lists furnished on
application.
A. H. HEWS & CO.,
NORTH CAMBRIDGE, - MASS.
STANDARD
FLOWER POTS
-W. H. ERNEST,
station M, N. E., WA9BINOTON,
. CYPIIESS
' IS MUCH want durablc than PINE.
SASH BARS
UP Toi|I FEET '"UHOTM en LONGER.
REENHOUSE
\ AND Of>|8R BUILDINa MATfeRIAL. {
for eur Illustrated BooK
CYP,flES)5 LUMBERAMDh-sUSES.
... _ eenhouarCWcul&r
|TheA.T 5Te&rnv5 LymbeJ- (p.,|
1 Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
STANDARD F
LOWER POTS.
IS, loch, per IIIOO. »3 00
OYLIHDERS,
"^ I I i
« inch, perdoien. |1 00
•• "m
1; :: " III
HAND MADE:
HANOINO VASES.
16 " " T5 00
Heednr Bulb Pnn., same prireas potn.
standard pot. of the hest quality A<1,Ip «.
HILFINGER BROS. POTTERY,
FORT EDWARD. N.Y.
When Writing Ment Ic
n Florists' Exchange
742
Thb F=i-orists' Exchange.
SITUATIONS WANTED.
lertlOD. Oasb wltb order This rate applies only
to sltnatton wanted advertlsementB and when set
solid, without display. When letters are addressed In
xperifuce; steady.
rid ft .Flsibui-
Nels Nelson. Box i
efereuces. Not afraic
tpuce Eneiish.
U'UaTION wan
^V ANTED.
Situation in a retail anrist's e
by a young man. Euglish, age
18 years experience in flrst-clasf
at making up, and Is well versed in both flower
and plant business, distance no oliject.
J. Davis, 661 E. Indiana Ave., Philadelpbia, Pa,
stablishmeni
s stores, has
HELP WANTED.
Vir ANTED.
m"e'.™Mu"t' bfl^'hones
k. Wanes. $;» 00 per I
.Geo. W . l^ltile, (
FOR SALE-SECOND HAND,
FOR SALE CHEAP.
Extra good second-hand 3 and 4 inch pipe
for hot water heating.
W. H. SALTER, Rochester. N. 1
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
FLORIST WANTS
ly or rent a small florist estali
good home trade, or join as a
Nelghborhm.d ot Philadelphii
FOR RENT
address B. C. 90, care ot Florists' Exchange.
FOR SALE.
Within t\
good gardener to t
3, Terms very i
ESTATE, car(
New York City. Excel-
suitable for almost i
Excellent chance foi
3Corae well established
asy. Addriss
Florists' Exchange.
LOTS FOR SALE ON LO G ISLAND.
100 Choice Buildini
erection of Greenho
Ground, Rich Soil, to
Koses, &c.,()verlookli
: Lots, suitable for the
jses or Hotbeds Hiiih
growing of Carnations,
ig Long Inland Sound, If
I OWNER, 509 Madison .
FOR SALE
To Let, two greenhouses, each 20x100 feel
a one acre ot ground everyi hing cumplett
ly 30 minutee from New York
ley CHF. Inquire at Jus. !
Fort Lee, N.J.
FOR SALE CHEAP.
FIVE GREENHOUSES
AT RAMSEYS, N. J.
HITGHINGS & CO., 233 Mercer St., N. ¥.
NEWPORT, R.I.
d, compiisln
line in Mid
than 5acr
BOILERS FOR SALE
Two No. 3, Style C, GURNEY HOT
WATER DOUBLE CROWN BOILERS, co
plete. In use five seasons. Were heat-
ing 30,000 square feet of glass for Pali
growing. Offering tor sale because we
are increasing our capacity. These
boilers cost $450.00 each. We offer for
$200.00 each, J. o. b., Eiverton, N. J. Also
one Locomotive Boiler, 11 ft., 4 ins. long,
fire box, 3 ft., 9 Ins., by 2 ft., 3 ins., with
28 3 in. tubes, 6 ft., 9 ins. long, has been
used for steam at 30 lbs. pressure. Will
sell for $50.00. Is in good order and
ready for service at once.
HENRY i. DREER/"«t*rS:r"' PHIU..Pi.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
bounded on the east by Easton's Pond, on tt
west by the New B»)Ulevard ; commanding a
extensive unsurpassed scene of landscape, lali
and ocean. For full descript ion and pan ioula;
With plan, aoply to A. J. WABD, Sole Agent.
32 Clarke Street, Newport, R, I.
THE ANNUAL MEETING
Of the Members of the Florists' Hail
Association will be held in Music Hall
Providence, R. I., at 4 P. M., 01
Wednesday, August 18, 1897.
JOHN Q. ESLER, Secretary.
Cleveland.
Favorable Weather.
Growing crops have Huffcrerl conside
ablv this season by spells from drousli
but this section was visited c.-irly tl!
week by thunder showers whieli relii-ved
the recent dry spell, anil ;il picseiit crops
of all kinds are thriving wonderlully.
The severity of the storms in some adja-
cent sections was evidenced by quite a
number of fires resulting from lightning
stroke, many barns and other buildings
out of reach of fire protection being to-
tally destroyed.
Club UeetlDg.
The regular meeting of the Florists'
Club was held on Tuesday evening last.
When Answering an Advertisement kindly
state you saw it in
THE FLORIST'S EXCHANGE.
) print, and byeompiylnKfl
paid. .\ vote of thanks \vas extended the
[lienic committee for the thorough mau-
iier in n hich the affair was conducted.
CoDTvntion News.
As it nears convention time we find
more of our members will attend the con-
vention than was at tirst anticipated.
On the whole, we think a good-sized dele-
gation of Cleveland florists may be ex-
pected at the meeting at Providence next
week.
Notei.
Mr. Cushman may be looked for at
Providence with a good display of his
popular fiowers — gladioli.
Major C. P. Braslan, Chicago manager
of Joseph Brack & Sons (corporation, )
Boston, Mass., was a recent visitor.
G. A. T.
Individual Credits.
^Concluded from page 644 )
BusiB«8 ETOlut'lon riiaiigirg Crfdit Customs.
Evolution in business which has pro-
duced new factors in mercantile cir-
in the way of department and
cash stores, is likely before long to rev-
olutionize individual credits, which, I
believe, are destined, especially in the
larger cities, to diminish each year,
and, when given, to extend only over a
very short period of time, not really for
the ordinary purposes of credit, but
simply to serve as a convenience in
making purchases.
The drift in the retail line at pres-
ent seems to be in the direction of
closer terms, and it is now generally
considered that an account that is not
settled in thirty days is not desirable,
whereas, years ago, retail merchants
carried on their books a great many
credits that ranged from six months to
a year. In some quarters there is an
apparent tendency to do away with
the credit system entirely and reduce
retail trade to a cash basis.
The question of competition in busi-
ness is one that all departments of
trade must meet, and the retailer who
grants credit must recognize existing
conditions and regulate his prices to
meet those offered by dealers who sell
for cash. Under these circumstances,
unless his credits are made under a
safe and well-defined system and his
business is conducted on an economical
basis, his success will be problematical.
lODCeaslODB for Prompt Cash Payment.
As a rule, no incentive is offered by
the retailer in the way of discount or
reduction in prices for cash or prompt
pavment of Irills. If he would offer a
concession for prompt cash it would
work to his advantage by indicating
who are his best customers, and at the
same time providing him with cash
with which to discount his bills.
The question as to whether or not
there should be a difference between
credit and cash prices in retail stores,
is one that I feel will receive consid-
erable attention in the near future.
The large retailers do not admit that
any difference exists now, but there are
undoubtedly some instances where a
man who buys on time and is tardy
about making settlements has to pay
more for his purchases than the one
whose means and disposition lead him
to liquidate his indebtedness at the
time of the purchase. Of course, it
would be very confusing to have two
sets of prices in the same establish-
ment, but I understand this is success-
fully done to some extent abroad.
Some small tradesmen do not send
out bills promptly on the first of each
month; consequently they have great
difficulty in securing the money due
them, which operates to their disad-
vantage wdth those from whom they
make their purchases. It naturally
leads to the impairment ot their credit
and may finally accomplish their ruin.
Notes an Abase uf Credit.
In some communities the custom is
in some instances to take notes in pay-
ment for retail purchases, and it seeins
to me that this is an abuse of credit.
Some time ago I heard of a man who
gave his note for his winter's supply of
coal. This indicates financial straits
that ought to cause a retailer to be ex-
tremely careful as to the extent to
which he gives credit to such a cus-
Brnrflts of Ossli Faymrnts.
If the large retailer sells for cash he
will be able to pay cash for his pur-
chases and avail himself ot discounts,
which is a very important item where
competition is keen. He will then be
in a position to offer his merchandise
at figures that will attract custom and
be able to sell it much more readily
than his competitor who sells on credit.
He will also save the expense of the
maintenance of a credit department,
entailing the employment of a force of
bookkeepers and collectors necessary
to carry on its work. Furthermore, he
will avoid the losses from bad debts
that are necessarily incident, to a
greater or less extent, to the general
extension of credit. While it is true
that the losses sustained on retail cred-
its are not, as a rule, very heavy, they
are. nevertheless, felt with the present
narrow margin attending mercantile
transactions, and, moreover, a large
amount of capital can be tied up in
slow accounts.
The advantages of the cash system,
however, are not all with the merchant.
He shares them with the consumer,
who is able to satisfy his wants
cheaper and is spared the temptation
of living beyond his means, which is
always placed before him where credit
is too easily obtained.
It is to be said, however, in favor of
the credit system, that the customer
is likely to become more or less at-
tached to the store where he has an
account and to purchase there all his
supplies that it can furnish. He will
also be inclined to trade beyond his re-
quirements, which will result in tem-
porary profit to the merchant, provided
he is certain to receive his pay. though
extravagance in any form should not
be encouraged and is not a desirable
habit for a customer to acquire.
This system also saves a great deal
of time and annoyance to the customer
in waiting for change, by making it
possible to pay in one sum the bills for
a considerable period of time.
The merchant who gives credit may
do a very extensive business and ap-
pear to be enjoying the fruits of pros-
perity in good times, and he will doubt-
less succeed in handling a larger vol-
ume of trade than the one selling for
cash; but when a panic comes and de-
pression sets in and the incomes of his
debtors and depleted or entirely sus-
pended he will, in many instances, be
forced to the wall, while the cash mer-
chant who did not owe anything and
had no one owing him, will continue
his business as usual and will probably
make more money twice over than he
lost by not selling on credit when tin
were favorable; but even if the ere
merchant succeeds in weathering the
storm, his books will bear unmistakable
evidence ot financial wrecks left in its
wake, which will be painfully appar-
ent when he requires money to meet
his maturing obligations and replenish
his stock.
Credit should be Kestrlct«d.
Judicious credits are of incalct
benefit; but I think that in retail
they should be carefully restricted
seems to me that the merchant
brings
basis V
prosperous.
It is difficult for those who live in
large cities where people are paid for
their labor weekly, semi-monthly or
monthly, to judge of retail credits in
smaller towns where conditions are es-
sentially diffei-ent.
In farming and manufacturing dis-
tricts credit is, in many cases, a neces-
sity. Take, for example, a farmer (
ing a large tract of land but
enough money to enable him to tin it.
He desires, say, to sow it with wheat,
which, perhaps, he may have to pur-
chase. While he is preparing for the
crop it is necessary for him to have a
line of credit, as he has to wait for a
number of months for the returns from
his harvest. While the crop is grow-
ing he must live, and, perhaps, main-
tain a family. Comparatively few " "
ers can cultivate their "
cash for everything; and if no credit
were extended they could neither pur-
chase nor produce anything. But credit
even in this case must be kept within
the limits of prudence and the farmer
should not be trusted $500 when he is
only entitled to $100.
Department Store Practices.
There is a great hue and cry being
raised throughout the country against
department stores on account of the
intense competition which they offer.
Some peot)le are in favor of having
them abolished, and we have all. no
doubt, recently observed the move-
ment on foot in various States to re-
strict them by hostile legislation. Some
practises of these large department
stores are certainly open to criticism.
For instance, they will sell goods as
leaders for a specified time at or below
cost, thus fixing the prices for the
many other retail stores in their own
and neighboring cities. This often hap-
pens in the grocery line in particular,
when a department store which sells
such staples as sugar, fiour and coffee,
will dispose of them for cash at lower
figures than those at which the average
retailer can purchase them. They do
this to attract customers to their store,
and to sell other goods at a profit. An
instance of this kind came to my
knowledge some time ago. where a
large department store sent out buy-
ithout
farms and pay
August 14, 1897.
The Pl-orists' Exch75nge.
743
ers to the small towns and cities near
by and purchased six or eight hundred
cases ot a well-known proprietary ar-
ticle, the retail price of which was
twelve cents, and which they adver-
tised at six cents. When a customer
called, however, he found but one sales-
woman at the counter, only one pack-
age would be sold to each person, and
it look five minut. s to wr.ap it up.
Inquiry into tliis si.l.i. . t naturally
leads to a few .-,,, 11. ,. i.i;- -n another
evil in the l.usin, ss u-iM that has
grown rapidly witl.i- •■■ "■"' '""•
years; namely, that
nated as "fake adverl
all he .
trespas
vantagi
sented
that a
,'hen
sed
desig-
should
uth is
in ad-
the
But
iect ot deceiving just thai
■•right is right,- and I am afraid if this
is allowed to continue without a pro-
test, it can only result in evil effects
upon all legitimate business enterprises
which appeal to the public through the
medium of advertisements.
The department store also has a rival
in the push-cart, an institution which
some dealers in large cities would be
happy to see suppressed, alleging that
it greatly interferes with their trade, as
these carts now transport nearly all
articles of merchandise, not even ex-
cluding, I am told, second-hand stoves.
This is only one ot the many sources
of competition which, with the depart-
ment stores, some desire to abolish.
The remedy, to my mind, is not m leg-
islative action, of which we have alto-
gether too much in this country, but in
the retail merchant adapting himselt
to the new conditions and circum-
stances in the mercantile world, more
especially in credit lines, as suggested.
Co-i)per«tloo Means Sarresl.
Co-operation is the key-word of suc-
cessful reform, and merchants should
freely exchange confidences relative to
customers, especially with a view ot
giving warning against those who are
unworthy ot credit. They should im-
part candid information and should not
hesitate to communicate the unvar-
nished truth.
It is highly desirable that there
should be the most hearty co-operation
between all parties engaged in giving
credit, whether bankers or merchants,
as such a spirit, if manifested and car-
ried out, would render all a great serv-
ice.
10,000 FIRST QUALITY FORCING ROSES
It^ w 1th thih
of th( most
ItadniK \a
Pittsburgh.
The ConTention Trip.
.Vt the speci!
leetiiiK of the Flor-
[■k, all arrangements
■eniiim- the trip to
.(•iiiiif;-. .\ugUHt 11, the fol-
urchascd tickets to Provi-
coiiiniittce, ho it is safe to
tlu y will be atthe conven-
iiid', Robert Swan, Misses
11 Loew, H. L. Hartman,
an. G. Ludwig and wife,
'. I^udwig, wife, aud child;
I and wife. W. E. Cook,
: I . KriiiiMiian, wife, and
-.]•■< /.]'-\ . I'. 1'. Liinghans,
ihl v\ lir , ,111(1 Miss .J. Reine-
,11 ..1 sli,ii-..n, I'a., and H.
.Miirr .,i ihc S. A. F.. ac-
WOOTTON,
SAKKANO,
GONTIEK,
I,A FRANCE.
Only selected grow
A.HEKICAN BEAUTV. 'BONSILENE, METEOR,
BELI.E HIEBlvECUT, •.»1.HE. HOSTB, SiUNWET,
KAIriEKIN A. v., '.UEK.UET •BKIUE.
pots, 1.5.00 per too. ♦ 4 inch pots, $8 00 per tOO.
J. I... IDI3L.Xj OSr. BloooicLslDxxx'g, Fbu
BBIDE4MAID. PERLE, METEOR. RBIDE,
KAISKBIN, MEBnET, LA FEANCE and
SUNSET. An eiira fine lot of plants. .?Kand4 In.pote
AMERICAN BEAUTY,
A. S. MacBEAN, Lakewood, New Jersey.
promptly
When Writing Mention Plor
l,ii..nt DaUien, '2^ln. pots ...
Yellow D8lBle.'2'«fn pots""
tlurdyKusoian Vlojeta. cli
Blue s'plr«B.2«m. pot. !!'."
P.*"r'ro'l' ferunilthe b'estfern
M sses. li. r«rle>y
9inllax T^eedliaea, transpla
Cash wlih order pi
A. & G. ROSBACH, - F
When Writing Mention Flo
BUY YOUR
CHINESE PRIMROSES
FROM A SPECIALIST
JOHN F. RUPP, - Shiremanstown, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
[HE LAST GALL TO CLEAR OUT.
300 BltlDES, 300 B'.>iAIDl*, Vine, lame
f(j""»J5l«t Vek'nS.3 ondi in. pot»,*1.00 per IDO
Variations in Seedling Cannas.
Itefcrriii"- to the abnormal variations
in hvbriili'zcil c;iiiiia seedlings last year,
tliiwp bloiiniiii"- this vear seem bound to
the petal is yellow, aii.i t"';. """.,' 'Vi,
lot of dtnibles, and one oddity " itU tl 1
left hand (only) superior petal double
the Kine of the others. H. H. Gkoff.
itheru Florist and Gar-
Gloir
Louisville, Ky.
The residence of .lacob Schulz, on Rax-
ter avenue.was badly damaged by fire on
the afternoon of .Vugtist 3 last.
.John nuucan has succeeded Miss Fry a
editor of the
dener. , , ., .
Rutherford, lit. J
The Horticultural C'omi
koop, Holland, tlir.ni-li I In
Bobbink, havi' -rc^itlx n
plant here. Hue "1 tl"' I"
tions of their lour .■uirs .m
lately has been the llu.\n
standard roses. These ha' , . ^
flue; one prime old favorite, only just
now going out of flower = ■ " "
Dijon.
Short Hills, N. J.
The once famous collection of
tal foliage plants and oirhi(
rnited States Nurseries h.-ive been cii.
tirely disposed ..f by •■'.'"■'';',y^'''|;.';'\',''^^',,';
them.' als.. t.i '■'"'■\'';"."J".;."|',',"i',.. j^l,."',',"'.
commercial florists' work, such ;is iialiiis.
ferns, flcuB, dracffinas, etc. One batch of
11,000 Adiantum Farleyense is in superb
condition, as is the entire stock of
palms. The quality of these is such that
they redound to the credit of American-
grown stock. In various sizes there is
close upou 100,000.
■imeii
Unpropllloun Weather.
icli ill iliaiiu'ter fell; but the storm
{hi- severest in the city, and the
i^c til nl.iss houses did not amount
lytliiiiK, so far as heard.
oftTnl Hnrdoch.
William Murdoch, one of the oldest
inducted by A.
ives of the de-
up a fine store
i-H ago.
100,000 PEACH TREES
In tTUBse. 1 ill «lde. 2 In
;.i,it.d cuitli B-i tlOflper d(
I4VERLY GREENHOUSES.
Field Grow
Clematis, I)
Koses, new and old varieties
namental Shrabs, and Trees,
es and Small Fruit Plants.
Price List ready in July. Write for it.
Bride andnilesialilBoses
THE NATIONAL PLANT GO.
When Writing Mention Flor
Dayton, Ohio.
sts' Exchange
ROSES
Bride, Bridesmaid, Wootton,
$5.UU per lUO.
DCDI r J6.00 per inc. StrODK plants, from
rtnLt, 3V.. iuch pots.
IDIiNTUM GUNEITUM,
4 inch pots, $6.00 per lUO. Cash with order.
JOHN WHITE. - Elizabeth, N.J.
When Writing Mention Florists' ExchanKe
ROSES
Bride. Bridesmaid.
Mermet, Oontier,
Perle, Wootton, etc..
in 4 inch pots, all flrst-
flO.UO per liKI; $1.1.00 per BOO; $80.00 per 1
GEORGE L. PARKER,
i07 Wa«hineton Street. Doroh<.«
When Writing Men
Florists' Exchange
ROSES, CARNATIONS.
will alsuhaveallDelotof PRIMUL* plants of
S°pStpUn\"oV°(-AyipB'E"l?L'vlo'{.ET8Y''° "
WRITK KOR PKICKS.
CEO. M. EMMANS. Newton, N.J.
When •Writing Mention Florlata' Exchange
ROSES.
strong 2)^ inch plants In splendid shape.
Yellow Rambler Aglala, $1.00 per doz.; $8.00
Clim'blne' Wootton, 75 ct8. per d02.; $6.00
per 100.
Cash wii border.
JOHN A. DOYLE, - Springfield, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Uen Davis
very cheap
1 000 Norway Maple, Imf
twice transplanted
BOO NorwaT Maple, 8 ti. 9 ft.
500 Sliver Maple, *
200 Sugar Maple,
^00 Sugar Maple.
200 American sw
100 Rlcle.'ly Chestnut. 5 to 7 ft.
1.'.0 American Uutlen. 10 to 12 ft,
.0"O Nornav Spruce. 2 to 3 ft.
000 Irish .lunlpei
lift.
12 ft.
t.i in ft.
t Chestnat. 5 to '
2011 Cut Leaf Bl
C.L.L0NGSD0RF,
When Writing Men
.rvllm. 2 to 3 ft.
7 > 9 ' t.
K llll.l, Nl-nSERIES.
iil>..U',Adani>Oo.. l-a.
Florists' Exchange
CARNOTS.
HOPP & LEMKE,
5000 ROSES
PEBLES. SUNSETS. BBIIIKS,
LA FBANCE, HKIDES'VIAII),
3ini-h p_..t«, $3 50 per 100.
2001 PRIMROSES, $'i SO per 100.
21)00 CIKJKRARIAS, I'.'.M per 100.
J D.BR^NNEMIN. Boi24,Harrlsburg Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ROSES
AmerlcaD Bean
Brlrirnmald.
SMILAX.
n. pots. »2.50 per 1(
VIOLETS.
B. L,»dy Cam
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
For Varieties and Prices, see April Jlth Issue.
New Trade L,lal on Appllcallon.
WOOD BROS., FIshkill, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exch.-inge
.00perl00:t2.^00
. .R05E5
American Beauty.
,.,$6.00 per HO
Xlie Bride 2K
Papa Oontier 2>.
miiie.de Cliateneax 2^
>V. La France 2H
Ctiri!4tine de Noue..2H
Mermet iM
Kaiserin,2>iio. $3.00....
For a Good Healthy Stock of
Palms, Fefus, Etc.,
SEND FOR PRICE LIST.
. HEISS, 116 So. Main St., Dayton, 0.
n Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
744
The Florists' Exchange.
MmoqU's Paw aofl Slug StotWoiKs.
PAINTS, GLASS, jPUTTIES, OILS, ETC.
ECONOMIC INSECTICIDES and FUNGICIDES,
AGRICULTURAL CHEMICALS and BONE.
B. HAMMOND, FISHKILL on HUDSON, N. Y.
evERV IfI.OIU8TP OWOHX XO
IM8VRE HIS GLASS AGAINST
HAII,.
For pwrttiinlui addnaa
lOHN G. ESLER, Beo'T, Saddle Blver, N.J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
3vt -(a. BJ- XT rt e; .
Fresh and well rotted horce manure. Manure for
MuBhroom gruwlng a Bpeclalty. Excellent laeilities
torshippinBby Penn'a. R R , P. & R , B & O. and
also by boat. Win. Abernethy, Room :m
1215 Filbert Street. Philadelphia, Pa.
•WTien Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
GALVANIZED WIRE PLANT STAKES "™°' fpwUr ''''
RUBBER HOSE from G cents per foot.
H. F. LITTLEFIELD, WORCESTER, MASS.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
NO ADULTERATION
BONE FLOUR
NO ACID
References i
t Hllf S'Co'.,' - RTchino
LL. May&Co., - St. Paul. Minn.
:0. S. BARTLETT, 1255-1257 WEST 6th St.. CINCINNATI, O,
CINCINNATI DESICCATING CO.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
t a. XX da. XT d X*lo^«Mr^xr
'Otis*.
' N»w Prio* Ll«t with cMlra dlacounls. All oor Pots, from 7 In. and upwards, hav
, which la a great advantage, aa It Insures perfect drainage.
A FULL. lilNB OF BULB PANS.
THE WHILLBIN POTTERY CO., 713 to 719 Wiarton Street, PHILADELPHIA
BRANrH ITonmiia ■ i Kearney and Westside Aves., Jersey (lity, N.J.
BRANCH HOUSHS. j Jackson Ave. and Pearson St.. Long Island City, N.T.
Flor
Exchange
AGOODHOSEisaGOODINVESTMENT
of :
1 the cheapest. To l
ertain what a hose is v
h, divide the (
pele in niimlii
i: 16ct8. per ;
per toot In
f years wilt
t tot% inch
anything that is manufactured. Price 12cts. per foot for J^
and 20cfs. per foot for 1 inch hose.
** Best hose I have houKht in twelve years."— N. Stfdek.
-^B Address J. G. & A. ESLER, Saddle River, N. J.
When Writing' Mention Florists' Exchange
FLOWER POTS^
We are DlanufacturliiE a Full Line of
STANDARD FLOWER POTS and HANGING BASKETS
OF THE BEST QUALITY.
Shipping Pacilitics FirBt-Ciass, thereby Securing Lowest Freight Kates.
Our goods are well packed, and breakage is nominal. Give us a trial. Send for Price List.
THE SYRtCUSE POTTERY CO.. 403 N. SAUNA ST., SYRACUSE, N. Y
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
MOSS, PEAT AND GALAX LEAVES.
Now is the time to lay in your Winter stock,
and we quote you prices on good stock.
Dry Spliaguum Moss per bbl., 35 cts.
Peat '.'.'.'.'.'.'.'.'.'. " fO "
Sheet Moss
Galax Leaves.
$1.00 per thousand.
^"Strictly c sh with order Laraeordersat
reduced prices. A. L1J3BT t :0. 2116 KamondSt, Pilll.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
BBS
Pamphlet,
tOCISYlllE
ri ■ i ^'..Cvx^ ^.^-v-r^oPiEiT Cured
FIorists.i^T^j:rna
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FOR MILDEW IIID BUCK ROT
USE FOSTITE, S5"7o"unda.l".*"u0.
MPORTER OF PLANT
BULBS AND SEEDS,
t St.. New York.
Ion Florists' Exchange
Cincinnati.
Trade Items.
Busintes la not worth mentioning.
There is a little call for white flowers for
funeral work, but flowers of that color,
esijecially roses and carnations, are .ver.v
scarce. Asters are quite plentiful, also
balsam, and these constitute the bulk of
the supply.
Amone Growers.
The growers are busy cleaning up
and getting ready for fall business. At
the Oakley rose houses, operated by
3eorge & Allen, ten houses of Beauty
one house of Meteor, two houses of Bride
and Bridesmaid, in all S,000 roses, are in
shape, as also are two houses of
chrysanthemums.
George Magrie continues the buRinesB
at College Hill, and is forcing bulbs, and
growing valley, as well as roses and
general stock.
The Hoffmeister Floral Company, un-
der the iii;\ii:in<'iiient of August Hoffmeis-
ter, li.is iii.idi' i-.iiiid strides during the
slioit liiiii' llicv h:ive been growing cut
flowers. I'lirii liniiKi's of Beauty, Meteor,
Bride tin.i r.ti.lesinniil, tilso elirvsauthe-
niuiusai<';ili..iit flic best in tliis citv. One
house of till' latter, coiisisUiig of Berg-
manii, Vcllow ijiiceii, M. .\I. .loliiLxon and
Mrs. KohiiiKoii h.oks siileiidid and will be
ill yei-y em ly. .\ later liouse is in tine con-
(litiiiii. .IS is also a house of Campbell vio-
lets,
.foliii laiisletlioff &- Sons, of Newport,
The XewB.
Thieves, or a thief, broke into
.Tames Allen's residence Tuesday night
and stole four suits of clothes.
.Tames (irifhth of wirework fame, re-
jiorts rxccllcijt hiisiiicss the past two
wirks. the best lie h.is experienced in
(Mr^«Ea7*l SAVE THE BLOOMS!
^^JNIKOTEEN
■zW ^^' DOES NOT INJURE SENSITIVE
SM K® PLANTS.U5ED FOR FUMIGATION
RO-.- i^\ ORSFRAYIHCINDOORSOROUT
LiL-^ \ /v_i-J im mmt. inRArrn IN (INF m NIKflTFfN
Prices 1. 50.
200 POUNDS lOBACO) IN ONE PINT NIKOTEEN
ALL SEEDSMEN
J
A
D
O
O
FIBRE==Every plant grown in it thrives
without earth,
LIQUID==The best, safest and cheapest
Fertilizer sold.
THE AMERICAN JADOO CO.,
"J- S- P^t^"t ^"^ 811 ra,rn.o„„t Avenue.
Trade Mark.
PHILADEI^PHIA, PA.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
OF EVERY VARIETY
— FOR—
1 Writing Mention Florist
Quality Unexcelled. Samples
and prices on application.
BENJ. CHASE, Derry, N. H.
Exchange
SHEEP MANURE
I'S Mr
Xermoaa. Roeeei will betaken in exchange.
GODFREY ASCHMANN,
SHEEP FERTILIZER
PULVERIZED. COMPRESSED.
A Quick G;rminator and Crop Forcer
»ait;eal. odorless. olza» to eahdli;.
JOHN J. PETERS CO., Long Island City, N.Y,
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
DEATH TO THE INSECTS
HARMLESS TO THE PLANTS.
THE KENTUCKY EXTRACT GO. Columbus, 0.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Cleaned Out.
cleaned out of salable st'
er. We intend to prepare e
give you ur advert '
I It right through the year
ilile to be at
after having
■oiiiaii injury
his big toe.
and a party
or a trip to
■amer Queen
to make the
litis ilone the
that he has
kiim ofcrim-
l..-eii saidre-
witili'is and
live a success
[e showed me
central Ohio
per acre. If
eksand given
start, erim-
ill, will make
lirst-elass fer-
tilizer It turiieil iniiler, and will give a
good yield if cut for seed. It is selling
now at retail a 4c. perpound. The qual-
ity of the new seed is of excellent quality.
E. G. GiLLETT.
Nashville, Tenn.
:;u iVet ill lifi.;;lit, I'olor ti rii-lt ^-lowing
i-.^l ^^iIl; :, ii.Mi.nv y.'llow lit.nler: Tril-
tfl.'i ' ' J '...iix'irr. So'tivc'iiir d''An-
tuii, . ; . ! ill Mtiniiitiiit, Eldorado,
flor, .ir.' \ ;Mi-l,:iii, and I'litiflrs Ilender-
phuea, Orannf Iviiin. (Jolileii Yellow, Plu-
ton. Black I'liiife. ami others.
.Aflnectdliriioii of st
been mucli adinin'il. .ain
not gavegivai satislai-t
I i-oses has
idfiit Car-
t-of-doors.
Diiigee .V: foii.inl iiia.lc ,i urtiiid display
ion has been
oannas and
luber 15.
This locality was visited by a doiiil-
burst and very severe storm on the 2;!d
of .luly, which did much damage to fleld
crops and trees. Many washouts are re-
ported. G. A. G.
August 14, 1897.
The Florists* Exchange.
745
LORD & BURNHAM CO.,
HORTICULTURAL ARCHITECTS AND BUIKDERS,
8XBA9X APiD HOT mTATHR HEAXI?iG BI^iGIMHBRS.
Plans and Estimates furnished on application.
Struo«ur*«. Six Hlch«st Awards at tha World'* FalVb
Sena four cents poBtage for Illustrated Catalogue.
LODRHD <& BTJKim-A-I^ CO.,
4KCHITE0TURAL OFFICE, 160 FIFTH AVE., COR. Slat STREET. NEW TOBK.
Factory 1 IrTincIon-on- H u daon. N «w Torfc.
THE VAN REYPER
PERFECT GLAZIERS' POINTS
No rights or lefts. Price per box of 1000, 60o.
by mail, 75o.; iu lots of 5000 by ex., 55c. per 1000
HENRY A. DREER, 714 Chestnut St., Phila., Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
t
CALIFORNIA RED CEDAR
h. DIETSGH i GO. 619 Sheffield Avenue, CHICAGO.
RED CEDAR AND CYPRESS GREENHOUSE MATERIAL.
i
Florists* Exchange
STANDARD VENTILATING MACHINE.
NONE
EQUAL IT
IN
Strength
t AND
Durability
NOTHING
Flimsy
OH
Complicated
about it.
FOR GLAZING GREENHOUSES. ' SUPERIOR TO PUTTY IN EVERY WAY.
erne heat or cold tbat a greenhouse la constantly iub]««ted to both
9 not forced c
L with t
Is not hardened by the extreme heat or
and out. Maetlca is adhesive and remains i
paUBlon and contraction of the woodwork. Houttes kIh
ing time and expense. With Mastica can "bed-In" or u
lUastica and Masilcn Glazinff Machine were given
HIGHEST AWARD OF SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AT PITTSOURG, 1895.
Put up in gallons, $ 1.00. Half gallons, 60 cts. Quarter gallons, 36 cts.
Mastical Glazing Machines, $1.00 each.
Bend for full descriptive circular and testimonials. Ageiila In all the principal cities.
F. 0. PIERCE CO., Sole Manufacturers, 1 70 Fulton St., New York.
When WritinB Mention Florists' Exchange
FURMAN BOILERS
spt-dally ailapti'd to
Greenhouse Heating.
SAFE, SUBSTANTIAL, SIMPLE. ECONOMICAL.
I'ortalili'cir Brick Set.
GREAT COAL SAVER.
THE HERENDEEN MFC. CO.,
II. >iii.' Office: 13 Fay St., Geneva, N. Y.
j BRANCH OFFICES:
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
HBEEPODSE HEflTIHI} m VEHTILiTDII!,
Horticultural Architecture and Building.
IpitcMng^^Go
Mention paper
ESTABLISHED 1844.
233 Mercer Street, NEW YORK.
FIVE PATTERNS OF BOILERS.
NINETEEN SIZES,
Perfect Sash Raising ipparatos.
Rosehouses, Greenhouses, Etc., of Iron
Frame Construction erected complete
or the Structural Iron Work ship-
ped ready for erection.
Iron Frame Benches with the
" Perfect Drainage Bench Tile "
•r Slate Topa.
SEND 4C. POSTAOE FOR II,l,W8XRATE» CATALOGUE.
J SEND FOR OUR •■KW CATALOGUE, WHICH SHOWS J
ITlie few MatlG Dai Veatilatoij
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
TRADE GREENHOUSES.
THE BEST MADE.
"Florists" Get Your Plans and Estimate from
PLENTY'S HORTICULTURAL WORKS,
148-156 Randolph Ave., JERSEY CITY, N.J.
When Wiiting Mention Florists' Exchange
/t will be to your advantage to look
into the merits of the Scollay
"Invincible" Hot Water Boiler.
It IS all that its name implies, and
don't forget it.
Cuts and full information mailed
on application.
JOHN A. SCOLLAY,
74 & 76 MYRTLE AVE.,
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK.
When Writing Mention Florists' Kxi-hanse
DON'T SYRINGE WITH COLD WATER
and lower Mie vitality of your stock to such an extent as will invite
disease and decrease materially tlie size, color and quantity of your blocm ;
but write for particulars of attachment which will
TEMPER THE SYRINGING WATER,
and is adaptable to all conditions, to
HENRY W. GIBBONS,
Heating Engineer and Greenhouse Architect,
136 LIBERTY STREET, - - NEW YORK.
FXPFRT ADVICE "" =1" ■"«"'■'» P'^rtaining to the Design, construction and
S. : =-I r Equipment of Oreenhouses. Greenhouse plans prepared.
Heating and Ventilating Apparatus and Building Materials furnished.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
746
The FLORIST!^' Bxch75nge.
1 J.
K. AI.LEN, 1
1 Whol.i.le Comminion Deal.r in |
ICUT
FI.OWERS, 1
1 57 W
28th St.. New York. |
Ordenbrne
irpCeTa'".?.a?i'it':"«'""'J
ftOSES A
<(D VtOLETS SPECIALTIt*. |
"l"
PURDY & BLAUVELT,
Wholesale and Commlsalon Dealers in
CUT FLOWERS
iiiisisaAifi nzs fsohds a sfzcialtt.
67 WEST 30th STREET,
a 6lh Av*. NEW YORK.
A. & F. ROLKER,
WHOLESALE DEALERS IN
CUT FLOWERS
53 -West 28tli St.
Telephone 2379 38th St. MEW YORK.
W. S. ALLEN,
17 West aSth St., New York.
FORD BROS.
WHOLESALE FLORISTS,
{ WM. H. CUNTHER,
j Wholesale Florist
VIOLETS AND CARNATIONS A SPECIALTY.
1 Consignments Solicited.
\ 30 West 29th St., New York.
' Telephone. 2300-88tli Street.
MICHAEL A. HART,
Wholesale S Gommission Florist,
113 W. 30th St., Hew York.
ORDERS PROMPTLY ATTENDED
H. A. HOFFMANN.
Wholesale Florist
44 W. 29th St., NEW YORK.
Telephone Call, 1558 38th St.
American Beauties, Carnations, White VIelets,
Specialties. CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED.
EDWARD C. HORAN,
WHOLESALE ♦ FLORIST,
Ho. 34 W. 29th St., Hew York.
CHAS. W. McKELLAR,
WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORIST
Largest and best market in Chicago. Constant supply of all seasonable flowers.
Consignments of first grade goods solicited. Complete stock of Florists'
Supplies. Wire-work, etc. All orders given prompt attention.
Telephone, Main 1139. 45. 47, 49 WABASH AVENUE, CHICAGO. ILL.
ED. F WINTERSON, Manager.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange ^_
iA£. I=. S H E RI DK N
Wliolesale Ooiiimi«lon Dealer In
CUT FLOWERS
39 W«at 98i«! St., New Ifork.
Teiepnone, 21tt— 38th Bt.
PRICK LIST SENT org APPLICATION.
Aiig. 13. 1891. Aug. t
A. Beanty, fancy and special
" Culls and ordinary .
Bennett, Oneln
Bride
Bridesmaid
Jacqueminot
K. A.Victoria
ordinary.
a Charta
. Testout
mrs. P. Morgan . . .
Niphetos. Hoste...
Papa Gentler
Perle
Souv. do Wootton. .
Ulrich Brunner...
Wattevilie.. ,
f All colors, inferior gradei
« (White
; Standabd 1 Pink
lel. h Varie
( White
1 Pink..
varieties.) ( Tel.iVari
i.ii.iK0, Longiflorun
Lilt of the Vai.lbi
MlGNOHBrrB
JULIUS LANG,
Wholesale Florist
63 WEST 30tlt ST.
Consignments Solicited. NEW YORK.
FRANK MILLANG,
Wholesale Commission Dealer |
....in Gut Flowers....
408 East 34th St., New York I
Cut Flower Exchange. Telephone Call, 1(
THE NEW YORK GUT FLOWER GO.
119-121 West aSd Street,
112-114 West 24th Street,
Tilgphou 733. IStli St., NEW YORK.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
.16 to
.18 to
.15 to
omoAOo St Loins
1887 Aug. 11, 1897. Aug. 4, 1897.
I to .75
I to !75
' Co>-reepondeoce Columns.
Qlesp otherwise noted,
only after very careful inquiry, and while we do
he found prHCtically correct up ro the date m.^ntioned.
Wholesale Growers of Gut Flowers. .
1^ 500,000 Feet of Glass. .
We can fill all orders on short notice with all leading varieties of ROSES and
CAKNATIONS. We are headquarters for fine AMERICAN BEAUTIES
Give UB a trial and convince yourself.
SALESROOM 5 Waba h Avenue. CHICAGO, III.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
A. fine stock ot VAI^LEY on hand throughout the Summer. Also a full line
of all seasonable cut flowers.
ORCHIDS— We can supply at short notice a few choice varieties, mostly Cattleyas,
During July August and September we close at 6 P. M.
I6I2-I6I4 Barker St. Bet. chestnut & Market sts. Philadelphia, Pa.
, Local and Long| nistance 'Phone 5310.
When Writing aj^yi -florists' Exchange
-W. ELLISON,
Wholesale Gut Flowers,
' Florist Supplle*. Wire Design*.
I 2744 Franklin Ave., ST, LOUIS, KO.
C. A. KUEHN,
WHOLESALE FLORIST,
1122 Pine St., St. Louis, Mo.
A COMPLETE LINE OF WIBE DESIGNS.
TRAENDLY & SCHENCK,
Wholesale Florists,
38 W. 28th St. and CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE,
NEW YORK.
Telephc
JOHN YOUNG,
Wholesale FloPigt,
51 WEST 28tli ST.,
NEW TOKK.
WM. J. BAKER,
Wholesale Florist |
1432 So. Penn Square.
Philadelphia, Pa.
DUMONT & CO.,
I WHOLESALE FLORISTS
I CARNATIONS A SPECIALTY.
j No. 130.5 Filbert St., Philadelphia.
Illinois Cut Flower Co.
51 Wabash Ave., Chicago.
Special discounts on Wire Work
I'ng July and August.
KENNIGOTT BROS. COMPANY,
Wholesale • Gut • Flowers,
88 -Wabasli Avenue,
CHICAGO, ILL.
WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY.
ROGERS PARK FLORAL CO.,
WesalellMsoICiiirksrs
OFFICE AND SALESROOM,
41 WABASH AVE., CHICAGO.
Headquarters for AMERICAN BEAUTIES^
S. FROWERT,
Wholesale FloristJ
17 North 13th Street,
PHILADELPHIA, PA.
Consignments Solicited Special Attention G
riting Mention Florists' Kxchange
August 14, 1897.
The F=lorists' Exchttngb.
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CORNELIUS S. LODER,
Stiretar) Hational Florists' Board of Tradi,
271 BROADWAY, New York.
REPORTS
CREDITS
«•
S
Wholesale Florists / ^jobbers ,n
FLORIST'S
SUPPLIES.
FLORISTS' VASES.
84HAWLEY STREET,
BOSTON.
GEO. A. SUTHERLAND,
Successor ro WM. J. STEWART.
CUT FLOWERS and FLOmnUFFLIES
WHOLESALE.
67 Bromfield St., Boston, Mass.
City Hall Cut Flower Market
WELCH BROS.. Props.
Regular Consignors Given Space Free
of Charge. Space let to growers wishiuK
to sell their own goods.
Flowers Shipped to all Points.
...SENO F-OR PRICE LIST...
WM. F. HASTING, w""'"?!?.,
H. L SUNDERBRUCH CO.,
Wholesale Commission Florists,
4th and Walnut Streets,
CINCINNATI. OHIO.
Conaignments Solicited. Special Attention Given
St. Louis
Gut Flower Co.
"ii^^'fi^
Wh en 'Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Buffalo Gut Flower Exchange
WHOLESALE COMMISSION.
COVSIOHIESTS SOMIITED.
481 Wasliington St., BUFFALO, N. Y.
Telephone. Seneca, 1366.
E. G. HILL & CO.,
Wholesale Florists
RICHMOND, INDIANA
Wlien Writing Men
L
. . . FOR FINEST . . .
Galax Leaves and
Leucothoe Sprays,
ALWAYS WRITE THE INTRODUCERS,
Highlands Nursery, Kawana, N. C
Galax Leaves.
CHAS. H. RICKSECKER, Linville, N. C.
When Writing Mention Florists' Kxchange
Providence.
411 Brad} for llie CODTentlon.
Everything is convfntinn. niid im
one is thinking of business cxcciitinK
what is absolutely neeessiii-y fm- I'lini'i-iil
orders. It is convention, inoriiinK', iiociii.
nnd night; meetings of committci's. .iiid
liustle and Inistle, but the time is ik.nn-
short and the local florists intend having;
evervtiiing in readiness when tin- o]m-ii-
ing gun is fired.
The ladies attending the convention
will be entertained at .Swan Point one
afternoon.
JOttlDgf.
Emma Nock is building a new
greenhouse 40x15 feet, at 70 .Sackett
street.
\ new greenhouse, 200.X.33 feet, is to
lie erected at the n<'xter .\sylum, ,Iohn T.
.Iiiliii ,1. .\(d.iii li:is begun the construc-
tion of .1 in-w gniidioiiKein Dexter Place,
Attleboro, Mass. The new house will
iciiitain 2,000 s(iuai-e feet of glass. The
woodwork and glass is being built and
placed in position by Quigley of Paw-
Mi at tlie plants of W
Fanpihar Maci-ae.
W. H. M,\
New Rochelle, N. Y.
The greenhouse plant of Messrs. Sie-
brecht & Son is fast assuming gigantic
proportions. During the past two years
many alterations have been effected. A
large number of the houses has been re-
built and re-modeled, and new ones
added. The total nuinberofgreenhouses
is now sixt.v-nine, and they cover an
area of four'acres. One remarkable im-
provement carried out last Fall, and
whicli has since worked satisfactorily, is
the erection of a magnificent power
house— a handsome building built of
stone, -t.->xl,'>0 feet, with storage capacity
for coal amounting to 2178 tons. The
heating is done by four steam boilers,
with a capacity of 400 horse-power;
otlier steam boilers and engines are
eitlier already in or are in process of
erection for pumping, sawing and gener-
ating electricity. .^ tunnel, 450 feet in
length. 7 feet 6 inches by H feet.
.gh
in
:er of the
s heat is
>ther hot
)iit,and a
al is the
result. .\ new water tower is now in
coui-se of construction with a capacity
of 2.N,
vein of quicksand was struck, ami two
workmen were nearly buried by thecave-
iu which followed.
smaller sizes. Areca lutescens are to be
found in various sizes from the seedling
stage to ll-toot plants, in many houses
and pits, amounting in all to 200,000
jilants. ,\rter these comes about 10,-
oiiii palms in variety.
Itosisc.nly take up three houses, and
consist ni.iinly of Beauty, Meteor and
I'.ridesinaid, other houses fornierlv used
for this stock now lieing lillcii with
palms. In another part of the nursery
thesame thing happens with I he ihrys-
anthemums; these li.ave liiid to gi\e
way to ferns, nnd tlie lioiises nnce de-
voted to this st..ik arc now lill.'d with
cvpripediums and odontc-
I'ile about MOOO plants of
insigne are being cared for
der slat shading: and In a
re of the same kind can be
stock of la'lias and ai-au-
fra
grans
ind other
Scattered about, in order to get light,
is a nice stock of Pandanus Veitohii.
Outdoors, potted up, but i>lunged In
frames, is a 8ui)erl) stock of about HOOO
Ficus elastica. These have come through
the recent rains and bad weather in
good shape, and will by Fall be In prime
condition. In numerous spaces and
frames is a large collection of miscellane-
ous plants, and especially noticeable
was a group of curiosities from Japan.
A fine bed of succulents was also noticed.
Water lilies are not overlooked by the
firm; a large tank is filled to repletion
with a nice lot of flowers now in sight,
and a larger pond is now being con-
structed.
T. J. lieid, horticultural builder. New
Rochelle, X. Y., has recently completed a
range of commercial houses, amounting
to H,000 square feet of glass, for G. S.
Osborne, Hartford, Conn. Mr. Reid is
now engaged upon two new houses,
20x85, lor Siebrecht .& Son, New Rochelle,
N. Y.
Toronto.
BailneisTetSIOTT.
Business is still very slow, and thei'e
are but few good roses or carnations
offered ; summer flowers are plentiful, and
though the.v are very cheap, they have
not got quite down to New York prices.
Club Nrwf.
The ivgnl.ar nionthlv ineetingot the
Horticultural Societv w.-is held on the 3d
inst. Tlicevciiing was very hot. but for
all that the r.M.in was again crowded.
The snb.icct for discussion was -'Sweet
Pi-as ■ anil tliere w.is a good showing of
tlicMii on the tables, Mr. Attley being the
]iriiuipal exhibitor, as well as essayist of
the ting, .Mr, r, V. .McRoas was In
the chair. Mr. .\ttle,\ s paper was prq,c-
oniing interested in them, and the
endance is getting larger every meeting.
rhe .September one is to be devoted to
annas, dahlias and gladioH.
THOS. M.VNTOX.
Fishkill-on-Hudson, N. Y.
iig out his Old
new iO-horse
rinding plant,
taking tobac-
Haddoi, field, N. J.
Eggertsnile. N. Y.
who lost L'.-.o
stnictlon of o
great, t'rops
.r.iss this section
iderable damage;
IS U. E. Boettger,
n glass. The de-
748
The f=i-ORiSTS* Exchange.
LARGEST AND BEST STOCK OF
PREPARED CYCAS LEAVES
TO BE POUND ANVWHERE
Ketal Floral Designs, Sheaves, Dotcs, Baskets, Moss Wreaths, Wheat, Milkireeds,
Cape Flowers, Wire Work, and all Florists' Supplies.
"Write for catalogue. Free to the trade.
A. HERRMANN, 404-412 East 34th Street (Near Ferry), New York.
[ METAL FLORAL DESIGNS, Impsrler and Dealer In FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SMILAX 12.00 per 100,
CLEMATIS L"K>^iSIGNS, OUR FAMOUS WHEAT SHEAVES ..
CYCAS LEAVES, ir^:ftTELLES, CAPE FLOWERS, DOVES, POT COVERS
ARTIFICIAL FLOWERSf AND LEAVES, ENAMEL AND IRON PLANT STANDS,
WAX FLOWERS, DRIED GRASSES, ETC, ETC.
WE MOST CORDIALLY INVITE INSPECTION AND COMPARISON. SEND FOR PRICE LIST.
only of
est Italian Wheat.
Yours truly,
M. RICE & CO., 25 N. 4th Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA.
i'hen Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
REPORT OF SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS CONVENTION.
grow -into a vigorous plant*
A WEEKLY MEDIUM OF INTERCHANGE FOR FLORISTS. NURSERYMEN. SEEDSMEN AND THE TRADE IN GENERAL.
VOL. IX. HO. 34.
NEW YORK, AUGUST 21, 1897.
One Dollar Per Tear
DECORATIVE PLANTS
8 inch pote, 8-9 inches liiuh...
4 inch pots, lJ-15 inches liinb.
6 inch pots, 20-24 Inches higli.
ARECA BAUERI.
.$2.00 per doz.-, $16.00 per 100
.$3 01) per doz.; $26 00 per 100
.$6.U0 per doz.; $50.00 per 100
COCOS WEDDELIANA.
3 inch pots $3.00 per doz ; $25 00 per 100
4 inch pots, singie stem $5.00 per doz.; $40.00 per ItO
KENTIA BELMOREANA.
Z inch pols $1200 per 100
8 inch pots, 8-12 inches high, 4 to 6 leaves $3 50 per doz.; $25,110 per 100
4 Inch pots, 12-15 inches hinh 4 to 6 leaves $6.60 per doz.; $50.00 per 100
6 inch pots, 18-20 inches hlgli, 6 to 7 leaves, stocliy $9 00 per doz.; $75.00 per 100
Large specimen plants, prices on application.
KENTIA FORSTERIANA.
8 inch poU $10.00 per 100
3 inch pots, 12-15 inches high $15.00 per 100
4 inch pots. 15-18 inches high $4.50 per doz.; $tl6.00 per 100
LATANIA BORBONICA.
3 inch pota $10.00 per 100
4 inch pots, 12-15 inches high $3 00 per doz.; $25.00 per 100
6 inch pota, 18-2J Inches high, stocky $9.00 per doz.; $75.00 per 100
PHOENIX RECLINATA.
4 inch pots, 12-16 inches high $3.00 per doz.; $26.00 per 100
6 inch pots, 16-18 inches high J6.00 per doz.; $45.(0perl00
ARECA LLTESCENS
GEONOMA GRACILIS. 2'»chpots.
LIVISTONA HOOGENDORPII. \ilt',i,''l^J%i.^t^rm''''- '
LIVISTONA ROTUNDIFOLIA. 5,inchpots,12-15 inches high,_7
5 inch pots, 20-24 inches high, 3 plants in a pot, $6.00
per doz.; $50.00 per 100.
$16.00 per 100
ASPIDIUM TEN!»IMENSE. 3 inch pots...., $8.00 pet lOO; $75,00 per ICOO
ASSORTED FERNS, a inch pots $4.00 per 100 ; $3500 per 1000
PITCHER & MANDA, Short Hills, N.J.
JOHN N. MAY, Receiver.
[Writing Mention Florist!
WeiDvlte|lliFlo[ls(sto]flsltOii[|luisenes
1 at this time. We are making i
NEWEST AND FINEST CANNAS IN CULTIVATION,
And an
ing wu
atte
n of the recent novelties and a large number of new sorts which w
ofu(ureiniroductloncannotfall to be of interest. We would call
w Canna which we expect to introduce next year. This Canna can be aeei
grounds of Mr. Farquhar Macrae, at Pr vidence, to^whom we have sent plan
this will prove to be the llnest dwarf red Canna that has been sent
date. We are testing it extensively this Summer so as to be certain In regard to Its value before
offering it, and from what we have seen of it this season, we shall be very much disappointed
if It does not prove to be the SiieBt variety for bedding that has ever been sent out.
We should be pleased to show visitors through our extensive range of Hose Houses. It
is late for
WINTER=FLOWERING ROSES.
:amine our 8t.^ck before purchasing their Fall anti
m, we will make quite a considerable concesBion Id
'arly and shipped before we are obliged lo put our
inir in labor, re-bandltnR, etc., enabling us to make
shipped before cold weather. There is also an
ng plants shipped early, becauee they
We should like to call pa
PLAMS AND OTHER DECORATIVE PUNTS,
Aiid should be pleased to have oi
the matter of price where ordere
quite a dilference in price when
additional advantage to purchaa
buy cheaper, but the plants can
I handle the £
1 And It very mu
pped by freight with perfectaafety and at a large saving
- ...... . ■_t(,eywill" " ■' 1 ._ .,. ,_
particularly fine stock of the
WE HftVE A LOT OF BARGAINS TO OFFER! following leaders
• :=^= hie BhHpe. viz: Large Areca Lutescens,
Pandinus Veitchii, Ficus, Lalanias. Nephroiepis Exaitata Bostonlensis and Davallioides Furcans, Arau-
ca ia Excels a, Glauca. and Mnnstrosa Com pacta, Kentlas. Cocos Meade! iana. Aspaiagub Plumosus Nanus
Adtanium Cuneatum. Small Ferns lor Fern Pans, etc . etc. We handle very largely Dutch, French, Japan,
"ER FOKCING AND SPRING FLOWERING.
r BULBS Fo
F. R. PIERSON CO.,
I'diyLTuwaj"" TARRVrOWN-ON-HUDSON, NEW YORK.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
^^s^«»:^%
r^ NO DUTY^^S
No Advance in Prices if Orders are Sent at Once.
HOME=GROWN STOCK.
TWO GRAND OFFERS FOR TWO WEEKS:
FERNS, 2i inch pots, 5 varieties. S3.00 a 100; S25 a 1000
COCOS WEDDELIANA 2i inch, strong, S10 a 100
SPECIALTIES:
Palms, Pandanus Veitchii, Dracaenas, Ficus Elastica,
&c., &c.. &c.
Write, telephone or telegraph us, and our carriage will meet you.
SIEBRECHT & SON,
NEW YORK OFFICE: 409 5th Ave. NEW ROCHELLE, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CARNATIONS,
FIELD-GROWN PLANTS.
WILLIAM SCOTT $6.00 per 100; $50.00 per 1000
ALASKA 6.00 " 50 00
McGOWAN 6.00 " 50.00
PORTIA 6.00 " 50.00
DAYBREAK 7.00 '•
C. A. DANA 12.00
BOSTON FERN.
Fine 2^ inch stock $5.00 per 100; $40.00 per 1000
me COTTAGE GARDENS,
QUEENS, LONG ISLAND, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
750
The Plorists* Exchhngb
Hn Spawn
Fresh stock just arrived. Our Special
\ Milltrack brand 18 the finest "^ISpawn
A that can be produced.
Per hundred lbs., $8.00.
Correspondence solicited from buyers of
re quantities.
Gane Stakes, hmperim'.
Raffia,
lots, 12 I
BULBS
llilb. bag, $6.25.
Our stock is now arriving.
Lily Harrisii.Preesias. Callas,
Hyacinths, etc., ready now.
WRITE FOR PRICES.
WM. ELLIOTT & SONS, New York.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ROMAN HYACINTHS, »««' •is per lOOO, exclusive duty.
NARCISSUS PAPER WHITE GRANDIFLORA, "^* eictusfvlruty"''-
FREESIA REFRACTA ALBA, e^*'* A"*- »5»o ?»■• looo, exclusive duty.
EFECUL OFFEES CH AIL BDLB3 IH SMALL AMD LASOE QJAHIIIIES.
F. W. O. SCH1IIT2;, - - Jersey City, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SeqH Order QuicR.
"Extra Fine
KENTIA Belmoreana or Forsteriana, delivery included per looo, 16.50.
Fresh Corypha australis or Seaforthia elegans, delivery included, periooof2.75
t^- SAMPLES FUBNISHBD ON APPLICATION.
Send for our NEW PRICE LISTS of all Japan Bulbs, Seeds and
Plants. Also lists of Dutch Bulbs, Romans, Valleys, etc.
LET US FIGURE ON YOUR WANTS.
Address, H. H. BERCER & CO., 220 Broadway, New York.
Branch Office, San Francisco, Cal. (Established 1878.)
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
LILIUM HARRISII
. . . AND . . .
LONQIFLORUM
BULBS.
Have you been disappointed in quality, supply or in any
other way ? If so, we can certainly satisfy you in
Quantity, Quality and Price.
Being the largest individual receivers of these goods
this year, and acting as agents for the Bermuda Bulb
Growers in the U. S., we are better able to serve cither
Florist or Dealer more satisfactorily than any other
source of supply.
Also Freesias, Calla Lilies, Buttercups, Oxalis, and all
other Bulbous Stock.
CLUCAS & BODDINGTON CO.
Importers, Exporters and Growers Agents,
B phone CpII 403 IE
^ St. 501 and 503 W. 13th St., N. Y. CITY.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
AMERICAN BULB COMPANY
SPECIAL OFFER : , importers and Jobbers,
ELLIOTT'S TRUE "Little BULBS, PLANTS AND SEEDS.
Gem" Calla. DRY BULBS. 1 writ« tor copy of new fall bulb list,
Package of 25 bulbs, post- duty paid, dow being mailed.
paid for $1.25. ' SHORT HILLS, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists'
Seed, $1.25 per Vi ounce.
Plants, $5.00 per 1000;
75c. per 100; 2600
for $10.00.
ALBERT M. HERR,
ARE THE BEST. Lancaster, pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
I HERB'S PANSIES
BEST QUALITIES, LOWEST PRICES, LARGEST STOCKS.
GARDEN, ^1 ^ i^^HHH m^r-^m i^^p^^ dm «■ $"" » Jeibs
FIELD ^^^^^^^ ^^^^fl ^^kH ^H ^^^ ^BB^^^^ PersoDil Exper-
GRASS and h^^^P ^^^Z.H _^^Z.H mJ^^^^^ M^^^P '"■"
FLOWER '■^^■^^ ^^^^^^^ ^^^^^^^ ^^^^^^^ ^r-^^^^ andiDittogtai.
J. CHAS. McCULLOUCH, "ToT^Ef " SECOND & WALNUT STSi
SEEDSMAN, C^nOWER, IMPORTER AND EXPORTER. CXHCXHZf ,A.TX, OIXZO.
When Writing Mention Florists' Kxcliange
KENTUCKY BLUE GRASS (POA PRATENSIS).
CHAS. E. PRUNTY,
MAIN AND MARKET, SAINT LOUIS.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
MOSS, eiLlXLEIVES^D BULBS
s quality.
rspec
MOSS, PEAT, GALAX LEAVES, BULBS,
WIRE FRAMES, Etc. Write for prices.
4. LUSBY a CO., ""It^J-er"" Phila,, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
^♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦4
=BULBS=
I ^-^ :
I CHAS. H. ALLEN, Floral Park, N. Y. X
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
IwTiD'S.
CROP"
g ALL KINDS OF BULBS. ^^J^^
h Hyacinths. Narcissus, etc , etc. i
p ripeeia. pnuee uo applicaliin.
WEEBER & DON, ^S^dSwS''
8^114 Chambers St., NEW YORK CITY.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Palm Seeds...
From the celebrated nurseries of D. HAY
& SON, Auckland. New Zealand.
ARECA BAUERII Immediate deliverv
KENTIA BELMOREANA. SLptembcr delivery.
E. H. PATTERSON, Sole Agt. for U. S. A.
204 Pearl Street, NEW YORK CITY.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FOREST SEED.
Fir, Scarle
600 lbs. White
Pine Seed for
sale also l-itch
Mnple, White
«r.u, *fc,.u „mi ^,:uiui., Buj. PleasG Send In
SPECIAL BARGAINS IN PLANTS. White and
per KXJ, Double KnRlish Butte'rcups. H2.0u'p'er 100.
Double Wblte Red and Pink ra)onie». strong
olumpB.fUOOperlOO. Ujdrai.geas 3 In. pots $4.00
per 100. Hellanthus. strong clumps. {0,00 per 100.
GEO. L. MAUONEYib . O., Saco, Maine.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ILL BULBS INB PLANTS
For Summer and Fall Delivery, Quoted
at Very Low Rates.
FREE ON BOARD CARS OB BOATS
NEW YORK CITY.
HDLSEBOSCH BROS., Englewood, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Elliott's Little Gem
D^WARF CALLA.
Nice plump little bulbs that will malie ex-
cellent plants for spring sales, $1.00 per 100;
$10 00 per 1000 by mail, post paid.
Pandanus Ctilis, strong plants from 2^ in.
pots, $5.01) per 100.
Rex Begonia., 13 varieties labeled, 2 in.
pots, well wown, $3 00 per 100.
Ardisla Crenulata, clean, well branched
plants from 2!^ in. pots, $4.00 per 100.
Satisfactiou guaranteed.
A.B.DAVIS&SON.Purcellville.Va.
FOR AUGUST DELIVERY.
highest germinatiDg %
J. L. SCHILLER, Rutherford, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists'
Ffesi Seeils-fiaiia BuiDs.
Apple Geraniuin (true), 23 cts. pkt.; $L00
p. 1 luiiosi-ms ; $7.50 per 10,000 seeds.
Musa Ensete. 76 cts. per 100 seeds; $6 00
per 1111.11 ..eeds.
Seafortliia EleKans, 10 cts. per 100 seeds;
$3 Ou per lUutI seeds.
Cyperns Altenilfollus, 25 cts. per pkt.
Pbormluin Xenax, 26 cts. per 100 seeds;
P. Xenax Varlesrate
$2.50
■ lUOM s
cts. per 100
Alsopliylla Australia (Tree Fern), 50
CIS H oz-
Send for prices on Calla Lilies, August and
September delivery. Send for Trade List of
Novelties and Specialties for Autumn delivery.
MRS. THEODOSIA B. SHEPHERD
Venturn-bF-ttae-Sea, Cal.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
August 21, i897'
The F=l-orists' Exchange.
751
CELERY PLANTS
-WHITE PLUME. Field-grown plants
at $1.00 per 1000. Cash with order. Siimples
"° C. M. GROSSMAN,
^Volcottvllle, Iiid.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CABBAGE
LETTUCE and TOMATO PLANTS,
Kor Fall plnntlnu and f..relinr, now ready. 15 ctB.
per 100; »1.00 per 1000, If by mail add 10 cls.perlOO.
Casb 'wltli order.
R. VINCENT JR. & SON, White Marsh, Md.
■When Wntlne Mention Florists' Exchange
Oflipelopsis Veitci
POT-GBOWN SEEDLINGS,
$400 per 100.
J. KiDLETZ, '■•!V«!""Dongan Hills, N.Y
When Writing Mentl
Florists' Exchan
rooted cuttin
Sinllux Seedlins". transplanted. fl.UU per luo
A. & G. ROSBACH, - Pemberton, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Roman
Hyacinths.
We have been shipping the finest
bulbs we ever imported since .laly
27th. Have you received yours ? It
not, how would you like NOW.
"ALL PLC RIST'S STOCK IN SEASON."
NewYoik. V&UGHiN'S SEED STORE, Chicago.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PEtGH m PLUM TREES „EE?v^:RVhA
Reliable and clean stock at loww holesale rates.
AU desirable leading varieties ot PEACHES, old
and new tn fruiting orchards. Have the new
Triumph. Greensboro, and iSneed traltlng
Buds can be supplied in season at low rates.
Very large stock of PLUM TREES all ' —
roots, one and two years. Buds -- -
these also, either from nurseries or orcnaru trees
Have all the leading .Tapanese varieties. Abunilance
Burhank, Chabot Satsuma, WUlard an 1 ot .ers
also the new RedJ line and Wlckson m good supply
Usual supply also of Asimragus Rootr. to offei
ALEXANDER PULLEN.Milford Nurseries. Mlltord, Del
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
1 supplied of
Pansies Worth Raising .
NEW CROP SEED OF THIS POPULAR STRAIN.
CASH WITH ORDER.
G. Soltau i Co. 'Z^JT Jersey City, H. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
..PANSY SEED...
Mixe^d together of Bugnot, Cassier. Odier.
Triiuardeau,
H 02., J2.0U; 1 oz.. $3.50. Plan
September 15th. $3.50 per 1000.
PRIMROSES.
■000 Primroses, single, mixed colors, $2..50
per 100. Ca h with order.
JOS. H. CUNNINGHAM, DEL&W&RE, OHIO.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VAUTIER'S
MAMMOTH PANSY.
7 ready. This is the lareeBt a
H.fi. FAUST & co.,v.,'r.J;Seli.^rs:"pi;:
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
NEW CROP SEED NOW READY
IIB'S HMD Fill
GIANT MARKET and GIANT FANCY
STRAINS, in trade pkts., at$l each.
Printed directions wilh every package.
DENYS ZIRNGIEBEL, Keedham, Mass
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
POTTED STRAWBERRY m^
ania Borbou
averland. Mit'hel'a E&rly, Sharpl
7l60o'pe?ll)o"*i»andanns Utills, Bood
Prolific, Woolv
THE ELIZABETH NURSERY COMPANY, Elizabeth, N.J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
250,000 GELEilYPLHIITS
Golden Dwarf, White Plume, and
Giant Pascal, 30 eta. per lOU; ilH.75 per
luuo. (Jultn at. d and strong. Send lOcta. for
sample. Cash with order.
HORACE RiMBY, Collegeville, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florlats' Exchange
TO CI
100,000 PEACH TREES
All Leading Varieties.
8,000 Plum trees. 1,000 Apricots.
0,000 Apple trees, 3 years % up, Ben Davis
and York Imperial.
The following stock will be sold very cheap
o close out that part of my business.
0 000 Norway Maple, Imported seedlings,
! transplanted, from 3 to 6 ft.
■ Maple, r - ■
llaple. 10
■Maple, 10 to 12 ft.
300 Sugar Maple. 8 to 10 ft.
200 American Sweet Chestnut, 5 to 7 ft.
100 Rldgely Chestnut, 5 to 7 ft.
lr.0 American Linden, 10 to 12 ft.
1,000 Norway Spruce, 2 to 3 ft.
1.000 Irish .luniper. 2 tn 4 ft.
1.000 American Arborvitts. 2 to 3 ft.
200 Cut Leaf Birch 7t 9 ft.
0. L. LOHGSDORF, ^^itr-illlli^TaS^L^IK:
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FINE STOCK
P:»RS, liPPLES, CHE HIES,
PEACHES, QUINCES, ic.
:i.000 Elina...l2tale feet
rway Mavlrs
! uuu > rEunilo & ^Sycamore M nple'IO t
i;60J Cut I, raved WeeploK Birch. 9b
1.200 Purple Leaved Uerch 3t
700 Scarlet and
e rank
lilt the
Seuti-
-rature
nenil
i-rsiii|i i-oll. ,\ serv.-itive esti-
pl,i,-es 1 inaiititv of in:iil matter
de'sir
tilie.l linii, the .seen-tal-v's offlCe
dni-in
4 the p., St Ve.-ll-atoVel-Ci.O.lll pieces.
III ,
hisiliu thi.' report. 1 take the oppor-
t,i tii.ini, ,iili,-ei-s and memliers for
tll'-'i'i-
nnif.inii .-md kindlv support at all
,-md to i-nn-r;ii iilati- the associa-
tinl'l'i
u the h-,-iniiM-s \\itli which those
whoi
lie ■> hi- - I." i-ied with the hon-
iil-s ;!
d -III have responded
xvlh-ll
i-.ilh i , . . , ..inything for the
The
i-Jpo,L.w,.iv..,.ed and filed.
Treasurer's Report.
Tre
tsurer H. V.. Heatty. Oil City, Pa.,
then 1
, "id his ri-port which showed that
,t.il ,-eeej|iis f,„- is;,,-,, including
■ li;md .1.111, l;i,-\- 1. 1896,
■I'i'iii.i
lied t-i .s:-...-l I..-1I; exi.einlitures.
.s;-' 1:
fuj-'w;
rd'of.1fl,02T.19.'
On
motion of H. A. Siebrecht, New
York,
the report was accepted and or-
dered
to be filed.
Ch inges in The By-Laws.
A report from tin- exechtive committee
THE NATIONAL
In discussing thematter ot thenational
charter, it was voted by this committee
that an addition of "and Ornamental
Horticulturists" be made to the title.
nrTTER OF THE TREASURER.
■treasurer
of tlie So-
heii same
the secre-
LIFE MEJfUEESHIP.
ber by a iiayment ol *2.>.
THE STATE VICE PKE.SIDBNT.S.
shibitions of importance In his
spread inU-resl ni.iiinr.-u-a u mild .semi lo
indicate that our socii-ty has passed s,-ife-
ly through the period of depression
which has been fatal to so many euter-
-nbership
fund, the
ir,)|)riatcd
conies with cv,'i-y rcnilttancc-, Wli.-it do in the liy-laws, the secretary have the
they enjo.v In ri'turn, other than the same printed and submitted to the dele-
pleasaut consciousness of having geuer- 1 gates for considerutjou to be acted upo
754
The F=l-orists' Exchtinge.
at a later date : and a motion to that
effect was put and carried. Tlnirsday
evening being selected as the date for dis-
cussion of the amendments.
Report of Nomenclature CommHtee.
This committee's report was not on
hand. It had been sent to the individual
members of the committee for signature
and had not at date reached the chair-
man, Professor Trelease.
Fire Insurance.
John G. Esler, of Saddle River, N. .J., a
member of the committee on fire insur-
ance, submitted the following report on
this important subject:
Your committee, after careful consider-
ation, recommend the following plan of
fire insurance, Avhich with slight changes
to compl.v with eeitain req\iirements,
could be used to effect an organization
under the lavvs of either Indiana. New
Jersey, or Missouri. To organize under
the laws of Indiana "would require
$1,000,000 worth of business; New .ler-
sey, about .* 2,000,000 worth of business ;
and under the laws of Missouri at least
f 5,000,000 worth of business.
The general outlines of the plan are :
1st. — All insurance to he based as far
as possible upon the elassiacation previ-
ously adopted by the Society of .American
Florists. A signed statement of construc-
tion and condition of greenhouses to form
a part of contract, and misrepresentation
to create forfeiture in ease of loss.
2d. — A 1 per cent, reserve on new busi-
ness, and a three-quarters of 1 per cent,
advanced assessment upon the minimum
risk of the S. A. F. classification as a
basis for assessments.
3d. — Assessments to he levied at option
of officers when assessment funds fall be-
low 1 per cent, of value of risks assumed,
notice thereof to be given to members
before date of levy.
4th.— All risks unon which assessments
have not been paid in .^0 days from date of
levy shall become void, but members to
be restored to membership, if assess-
ment is paid within 60 days from date of
!ith. — Adiusters to be appointed by the
officers and a list to be filed with the sec-
retary.
6th.— Notification of loss to bemade to
the secretary, and instructions wired to
the adjuster whom he may select.
7th.— Dwellings and outbuildings of
members to be insured at a rate to be
fixed by officers.
Sth. — S.'i.OOO to be maximum amount
of risk, but other risks to be permitted
when comnletely detached, 100 feet from
all other risks.
We believe a classification and a reserve
fund to be essentially necessary to any
successful scheme of fire insurance on
greenhouse property.
Under the laws of New .Tersey, organi-
zation can be effected without the use of
premium notes. Under the laws of Indi-
ana and Missouri, premium notes would
be necessary.
Your committee recommend that a
temporary organization be made at once,
as far as the election of a president, vice-
president, secretary and treasurer is con-
cerned.
These officers could perfect details, as-
certain the amount of insurance that
would be placed, and arrange for organi-
zation or purchase of a charter, and
finally when a percentage of payment
had been made, call a meeting of the
members enrolled for permanent organi-
zation.
Your committee is confident that the
success or failure of the plan presented
now rests with the trade at large, and
that it now remains for them to signify
whether or not they desire a Mutual
Trade Fire Insurance Association, giving
insurance at first cost.
E. H. Michel, 1
.John G. Esler, >Committee.
E. A. Seidewitz,)
William J. Vesey moved that the chair
appoint a committee of three to present
in nomination officers for such a Fire In-
surance Association.
Judge Hoitt wanted to know whether
or not the chair was to have a commit-
tee nominate officers for an institution
which was not in existence. If there was
an organization in existence— an organi-
zation or corporation— and if this com-
mittee had been authorized to have this
matter incorporated, why then, per-
haps, this tiling- Avould come in. He
thoughttli.it lii'fnr.- selecting a commit-
tee to noiuni.ilc utii.ci-s, there should be
a corpor:ili(in nr institution for which
these officers were to serve.
Mr. Esler explained tliat the Fire Insur-
ance Committee believed by effecting a
temporary organization that quicker
work could be done. If the present com-
mittee were continued, it would have to
report to the next meeting of the S. A. F.
But with a temporary organization, if
they could get euougli subscribed, or
sufficient members to perfect an organi-
zation, they could call these members to-
gether and go right ahead, without go-
ing bacK to the society again to get the
project in working order. That was the
only object in asking for a temporary or-
ganization
Judge Hoitt thanked Mr. Esler for his
exi)lanation, who continued: "If a
temporary organization is effected, the
florists of the country will have to show
ns much interest in it as to put up the
.$2,000,000 necessary- that will be the
first st«p taken, I presume. If they do
not show this interest, this matter will
never be heard of again."
President Graham appointed on this
committee Messrs. Vesey, Esler, and
Judge Hoitt.
Desiring Me Convention for '98 and '99.
Secretary Stewart read communica-
tions from the Mayor of Niagara, Falls,
N. Y., also from the superintendent of
Niagara Falls Reservation, asking that
the society hold its convention in that
city in 189.S, also a letter from the secre-
tary of the rhamber of Commerce of the
same city, H. W. Beardsley. asking the
society to go there in 1899, during the
Pan-American Exposition to be held there
on that date: also a letter from Mr. F.
W. Tavlor, of the .Agricultural Horticul-
tural and Forestry Department of the
Trans-Mississippi and International Ex-
position, inviting thesociety to Omaha in
189S. Nashville, Tenn., again extended
an invitation, but this time asked the
delegates to go there after adjournment
of this meeting — a request which was
provocative of great merriment. In sup-
Iiorting Omaha's claims, William J. Hes-
ser, of Plattsraouth, .\eb., in forwarding
his membership dues, asked the society to
"come and see a real live Western city;
we will treat you right, and the Indians
are not very bad anymore." (Laughter).
P. J. Donouhe created a good deal of
amusement bv asking whether Niagara
Palls was in the United States or Cana-
da. Some one remarked that the town
W.1S too large for one country to hold it.
The Chamber of Commerce of Paris,
France, asked thatthe Society take some
action relative to endorsing the memorial
already submitted to Congress regarding
the TTniversal Exposition to be held there
in 1900.
A letter was also read regarding the
Congress of Agricultural Associations to
be held in Omaha this year.
In answer to a question regarding the
invitation from Niagara Falls, Daniel B.
t.,ong. of Buffalo, explained that in con-
versation with the secretary of the Pan-
American Exposition, he had ascertained
that they were at work upon organiza-
tion, but have not as yet got far enough
in detail to be able to make a specific in-
vitation to the Society of American Flor-
ists regarding convention, exhibits, etc.,
at the present time. The secretary of the
Niagara Falls Chamber of Commerce had
also informed him that they were endeav-
oring to obtain as many conventions to
meet there as possible; and it was con-
sidered best, both by the secretary of the
Chamber of Commerce and the secretary
of the Pan-.American Exposition, that an
invitation be extended the society to
meet at Niagara Falls in 1899. The ex-
position is to be held on an island in the
Niagara River, about five miles from Ni-
agara Falls and 17 miles from Buffalo.
Facilities for a convention hall and a hall
for exhibits could be obtained free of
charge.
Mr. Long hoped the society would
make an exhibition there for once in its
existence from an independent stand-
point, instead of the exhibition being put
into the hands of a local concern or local
influence, making to a certain extent two
organizations where there should be one,
and if any revenue came from the exhibi-
tion hall," it would go to replenish the de-
pleted treasury of the society.
Second Day,
WEDNESDAY, ADGDST 1 7— MORNING SESSION
The work of the convention began this
morning at 10:45, with the reading of
tlie reports of the committees of judges.
The awards made by the committees will
be found under the heading of Trade Ex-
hibit.
Dr. Byron D. Halsted's essay on Root
Galls of Cultivated Plants was then read,
in the absence of the essayist, by Mr.
John N. May, of Summit, N. J.
Root Galls of Culiimted Plants.
Galls, that is unusual malformations of
small portions of a plant, occur upon
leaves, stems and roots, and may be in-
duced by insects or other animals, fungi,
etc. The time limits of this paper will not
iven permit tlie briefest outline of the va-
rious forms of galls of leaves or stems,
and the subject assigned me is at once
t.aken in hand.
Root galls are many and equally vai-i-
ous as to their origin. A cabbage ortur-
nip plant, for example, is making a death
struggle, and upon removing its roots
from the ground, tliev are fcmnd mal-
formed beyond wli;it the inumination
would picture. The I'.iiylisli truikerscall
it '• finger and toes" in ,iii attempt to de-
scribe in the name the strange combina-
tion of roots. Wecalled it "club-root,''or
"clump foot," but by whatever name it
is known, the fact remains that the root
system has been wonderfully malformed,
and instead of the ordinary fibrous
roots, there are presented a multitude of
ill-shaped nodules strung together in a
This galling of the turnip, cabbage and
allied plants is due to a minute fung-us
that makes its attack upon the plant,
while it is quite young, and the roots are
small and tender. The germs are in the
soil and remain there for years feeding
upon the roots of weeds or other plants
belonging to the cabbage group of
plants. Thus the mustards, shepherd's
purse, pepper grasses, and similar weedy
plants, all harbor the club-root fungus.
This fact of the wide range of the turnip
club-root pest is brought out to show
how plants related to the crop infested
may be the means of preserving the ene-
my and even increasing the germs in a
soil, while the field is devoted to some
other crop, simply because the weeds as
nurse plants of the fungus are permitted
to grow.
Instead of a cabbage, one pulls up a vig-
orous bean plant. Upon its branching
roots are a scoi*e or more of nearly spher-
ical bodies half the size of small peas.
These are the so-called tubercles, and
consist of a wall of normal bean root tis-
sue; but within this the cell contents con-
sist of innumerable bacteria-like cells.
The following is Tubeufs description of
the.se galls as translated by Smith in the
large book upon •■ Diseases of i'lants," is-
sued during the present year: " The
short-red-ehaped microbe forces its way
into a. root hair or epidermal cell, multi-
plies there, and is conducted to the inner
cortical cells b.v plasma threads continu-
ous through the cell-walls. A lapid divi-
sion of the inner cortical cells is set up.
till a tubercle is formed. . . . The bac-
teria multiply simultaneously, and are
transferred into new cells where a great
change comes over most of them ; they
enlarge very much and become club-
shaped or dichotomously branched
bodies without power of division, . . .
The great importance of the tubercles of
leguminosae is that the plants bearing
them are capable of taking up free nitro-
gen from the atmosphere and utilizing
This somewhat lengthy quotation has
been made because the finding of these
galls upon the roots of clover and other
leguminosee by some growers of roses and
other ornamental plants had led to some
discussion in the public press. The galls
common to the clover roots and those of
peas, beans and many other plants ;ire
not due to the same cause as thfise met
with upon the roots of many ornamcDt.il
plants, and the finding of them upon the
clover growing in a certain soil should be
in no way used as a reason for discarding
that soil for greenhouse purposes. In Uke
manner the galls produced in the roots of
any clover or clover-like plants In a bed
devoted to roses is no index whatsoever
that there is danger of the roses becoming
galled.
The subject of tubercles and the pecul-
iar relation that the.y bear in the econo-
my of the plant bearing them forms one
of the most interesting chapters in mod-
ern vegetable nutrition. In case of the
galls upon the cabbage roots, they are a
positive injury, and sooner or later the
plant loses the power of root absorption
and wilts and dies; the roots in the
meantime becoming rotten and foul
smelling. With the tubercles of the legu-
minosee there is increased vigor given tlrnits, there is
difficulty in i i - 1. lion and feel
at all certain ii tlieworms.
Soil that li;i^ i n 11-.1.I for growing a
previous crct]) sluinld be discarded, espe-
cially if the plants lacked in vigor, due to
Inroads upon them made by the nema-
todes. Freezing, as before stated, is a
ck'ansing process for the soil. On the
iniinicil lo tliem." The heating of the soil
either li.ikiiiL: or steaming, is |n-obabl.v
the more vahi.ilileof the two treatments,
and has been resorted to by some grow-
ers with cheering results. If manure
should be the chief vehicle for the en-
trance of the worms, it may be possible
to cither heat it, or else resort to plant
while h.-iniiless lo the pl;iiits, may kill
tlie worms thai are nut already in the
roots of the plants. Lime is such a sub-
stance, which when sprinkled over the
surface, will at each watering, yield a
Ume wash that is destructive to the
worms it reaches. Kainit, one of the
leading commercial fertilizers, has proved
effective in combating insects that work
through the soil, and it is not unlikely
that this substance may prove of value
in the greenhouse.
In conclusion, it has been the attempt in
this brief paper to call attention to three
classes of root galls by citing one ease of
each. First, those malformations of
roots like the club-root of the cabbage
due to a low form of mold, the germs of
which enter from the soil, and when in
sufficient number, destroy the affected
Secomllv, the i-oiif g.-illsof clover and
cl(n-ei--like ]ilaiits which .arc produced by
b.aiieii.il eeiins. but inste.id of inducing
(lec.-iv. jironioie the life of the T>Iant in
Whiell Ihex .M-e lo,l-e(i I'.etWeeU thC
clove,, ;,mrt lie I 1 1 1 lelvle i;e,ni tllcre CXlstS,
their liiVjn-ocesses.-iiv nniteil for the bene-
l.asilv..-i third class of root galls is
consiileivil. namely. tho.semostabundant
n|H 111 the roots of greenhouse plants, and
niiich ilre.ideil by florists. These are pro-
duced by microscopic worms that, thriv-
ing in the tissue of the abnormally
swollen roots, check the activity of the
August 21, 1897.
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The F=i-Orists* Exchmnge.
Hardy Shrubs that should be Drown by
Local Florists.
It is only a few years ago thatthegcne-
ral public was hungering for tliat form
of gardening wliich brouglit out great
splendor of color, easy to obtain ou ac-
count of tlie enterprise of the seedsmen
and florists who tilled tlieircataioguestuU
of glary, sli..\\ \ imvrli ics and varieties of
tender g.iidm plants. The planting of
beds of teiiilir plants siK-li as geraniums
and coleus became a veritable craze and
exceedingly popular, because public taste
began to demand bright-colored and stiff
material lor a special gai-ileiiiii'; pnrpose.
This purpose nas ii.ait of .i ucin'ially
increasing desire in nni; nt lioiii'
grounds as effectiv.ly .is possilili- with
the smallest e.xpniilit nil'. An immediate
and showy icsnjt w.istUeend desired in
our gardens ,1 ml no way seemed so se-
ductive as to niass snrh plants as .aerani-
ums, coleus, and the liki'. in larur lioilies
so that the vividness of Ic.if .-unl tlow.i-
should be brought on t in a sti-oii.^- i-elief
against the green turf.
That this fgrm of gardening around
home grounds was of the most expensive
sort in the long run is well known to all
who have attempted it, and that it is
growing very unpopular to the average
public having suburban home grounds
to make attractive is noticed upon every
side, and the growing tendenc.y to plant
shrubs and vines around the home
grounds of even the smallest size, shows
very plainly how the average taste is
turning to the jjermanent planting of
trees, shrubs or herbaceous plants.
To the public parks of all our large cities
and towns we are greatly indebted for
the great object lesson that thev are
placing before the pubUc. That the
popularity of many of our beautiful
shrubs is due to the proper planting and
massing of shrubs in our parks cannot
be denied. The introduction of the study
of botany in aU our public schools, is
also doing much to create a love of na-
ture and awaken an interest in the plant-
ing of some plant or other, that would
otherwise be slow in developing in the
rising generation. Once let a person
ances of plant life, and use their ey
reference to plant beauty as they never
did before.
The fast-growing custom of planting of
school grounds which is being advocated
so much of late, is another step which
cannot help but arouse the interest and
enthusiasm of the ri.sing generation to
the desirability of doing some planting
around their future homes.
Village improvement societies are all
doing much to encourage special im-
provement of the grounds of all their vil-
lages. The improvement of the road by
planting shade trees and groups of shrubs
in the public squares also tends to en-
courage the inhabitants of the town to
do likewise.
• Thus it is that a person of average in-
tellect who has a home of his own soon
awakens to the fact that the most
refreshing antithesis to the hard lines of
straight and formal plots of land and an-
gular, stiff houses with fen- lines of
beauty, is shrubbery plantations.
Every attempt to beautify the
roundings of a country home, no matter
on how small a scale, tends to awaken a
neighbor's interest for such beauties, and
the personal example of man.v a. man ss
by the proper planting of his groundi
has no doubt led to the regenerating <
the plantingof homegrouinis of theintit
community.
Thus it is very evident that the popnl;
taste for the use of trees and shrubs is o
a rapid increase, and it was with th
knowledge in view that your executive
committee selected this subject, as one
which should receive the earnest consider-
ation of all florists who have a nice bus-
iness established in the suburbs of some
large city or town, where there isalway
more or less ornamental planting going
on in his neighborhood.
If you have a plot of land connected
with your estabUshment for which you
have no particular use, would it not be
wise for you to estabhsh a small suppi
nursery for the benefit of your customer
who would naturally want to ornament
their grounds witli some shrubs and
vines, and who would much prefer to ob-
tain them locally than to send to some
distant nursery?
This is a question you must answer tor
yourself. Would the income derived from
such a venture pay you and add a goodly
amount to your present income ? Would
the sale of such stock interfere with your
already existing business? For instance,
would the sale of bedding plants be on
the decrease by the Introduction of a sup-
ply nursery of this sort ?
Personally, I do not believe the Spring
sales of your bedding plants would be in-
jured in the least, even though the de-
mand for shrubbery plantations is con-
stantly upon the increase, as there will
always be a goodly demand for a gera-
nium, coleus, heliotrope, and the like, as
they are indispensable in certain forms of
gardening.
The public who wish to plant shrubs
will have them any way, whether they
obtain them locally or from a distance.
There is hardly a day passes with me in
the Spring of the year but what some in-
terested person will stop and ask me
questions in reference to some common
slirub and where it can be obtained ; and
always appear very much disappointed
when I inform them that there is no local
tlorist who keeps such shrubs and that
tiny will have to send some distance to
a nurseryman. This you can reahze is
very provoking when the party only
wishes a small number, say from six to
twelve.
With a suitable plot of land you might
as well receive the benefit from this source
of business as well as some distant nur-
seryman, and the establishment of this de-
partment would in all probability attract
heretofore unknown customers for your
other stock.
I do not recommend the establishment
of a sizeable nursery in this connection,
but only what one might call a supply
nursery, from which you would be able
to fill the average small order that is so
often sought after; all larger orders
which you would be quite probable to
receive from time to time, you could have
shipped to your client direct from your
favorite nurseryman.
The varieties of shrubs carried would
naturally have to be hmited and the
number of each kind would depend large-
ly upon the locaUty In which you were
situated. In the selection of your species
and varieties there are a few points to
bear in mind ; first, that there are a few
plants which nearly every one will want.
Deutzia gracilis. Hydrangea paniculata
grandiflora and Ulacs are merely exam-
ples of that kind. Some of your cUents
will, in all probability, wish you to make
ac small plantation around their house.
In this case you should have such shrubs
as always group well together. This
will not really take many sorts, as the
practice now in vogue of massing a num-
ber of plants of one sort will readily do
away with an.y great variety.
Again you should take care not to se-
lect a list of shrubs which would all
flower at the same season of the year,
but have a few sorts tor different times of
the season.
Novelties. — It might be well to carry
a few of the most popular ones, but very
few ; the public is slow in recognizing
them. Fight shy of them, and, in prefer-
ence, carry the sorts for the hundreds in-
stead of plants for an individual.
Thees. — I should not recommend to
carry, unless a tew of the choicer sorts,
such as magnolias. Better obtain them
direct from the grower.
Vines. — You will need a few, such as
wistaria, Ampelopsis Veitchii, clematis,
actinidia, and climbing loniceras.
For hedge plants, Berberis Thunbergii,
privets, and Spira;a Thunbergii are the
most popular.
Hybrid roses and a few pillar roses will
always find a ready sale.
Altogether, twenty-five to thirty sorts
of shrubs and vines are all a local florist
should attempt to carry to commence
with. This number will make quite a
uursery, and will be sufficient to meet the
average demand.
One word in regard to the planting
and digging of the stock you are to
carry. You should know enough about
the planting of the shi-ubs to oversee or
advise as to the proper treatment of
same after they are sold. Tliere is alto-
gether too large a iiriccnta;;.- of shrubs
that die annually siin]ily lirc-mse they
are not properly iilantnl. ami then the
nurseryman is ustn-ill.N lil.-iinril for it. No
doubt he is oftentinns to lilannjiutmore
often the trouble is due directly to the
customer who imagines he knows all
about the planting in question, and
really knows nothing. Poorly prepared
soil, the roots of the plant severely cut
back or doubled up and placed in pi-acti-
cally a post hole is too often the trea1>
ment that a well-grown nursery plant re-
ceives, and then it is expected not only to
live, but to thrive.
If you are to make a success of a local
shrub business you must see that your
slirubs are properly dug, pruned and
packed before they leave your establish-
ment, and then be able to talk intelli-
gently to your customer in reference to
the habits and future treatment of the
stock sold. In starting a small nursery
of this sort it seems to me that the best
plan would be to lay in a jaiistocl< of
salable-sized plants from sonic idialilr
nursery, then, in order to kee]i ii]. a sup-
ply, obtain a stock of small plants ami
grow them ou for two or tlinr vr.iis,
when they would be of a vii\ salable
size. In this way you could kerp n|i.i
good supply from year to year as your
business demanded.
For a Ust of shrubs which would be
most desirable I would recommend the
following:
Syringa vulgaris (lilac), purple and
white, and if business demanded it, a tew
of the choicer sorts, also the Syringa
chinensis (Persian lilac); Hydrangea pani-
culata grandiflora, Viburnum opulus
steriUs, (the common snowball) , Deutzia
graciUs, Spiraea Thunbergii, Spirtea Van
Houttei, Forsythia Fortunei, Exochorda
grandiflora, althaea, Lonicera tartariea,
L. Stella, and L. Morrowii, Philadelphus
coronarius, Pyrus japouica, and Posa
rugosa. The above are all popular and
well-known.
Hybrid roses in variety, pillarr oses,
such as the Crimson Rambler, the Daw-
son and Rosa multiflora ; Kosa setigera
and Rosa Wichuiaiana are twoflrst-class
single roses, which are bound to be in
great demand in the near future.
Magnolia stellata, M. Soulangeana,
M. speciosa, and Pyrus Parkmanii would
do well for small trees.
Lonicera Halleanaand L. Heckrodoti I
would recommend as two first-class
climbing honeysuckles.
Rhododendrons, hybrid sorts, azaleas,
Ghent and MolUs, and Daphne cneorum
might be added as choicer and more ex-
pensive sorts to be carried in small quan-
tities.
reum and
This would make a fare list to start
with; more could be added or others
substituted as business demanded; but to
commence with, this Ust would be
enough, and, as a rule, be satisfactory
the most eccentric customer unless he be
looking for novelties
Mr. Siebrecht characterized the paper
of Mr. Dawson as a "horticultural
mon," just what the florists needed,
referred to the present methods of the
florist in planting the patch around h
establishment with fodder corn, poti
toes, etc., and how devoid it was <
planting such as Mr. Dawson had mei
tioned. A dozen or so of small shrubs
would pay tor all the fodder corn and
other things raised there, and be much
more ornamental. He hoped many flor-
ists would follow the advice contained
in the paper, which had taken its
author considerable time to prepare.
Selection of Meeting Place.
In addition to the letters of invitat
spoken of at yesterday's meeting. Secre-
tary Stewart had acommunication from
the Secretary of Parks and Boulevards,
Detroit, inviting the Society to that city
next year; also a telegram from th
Detroit Convention League of a like
tenor. A letter was also read from the
Secretary of the Pan-American Exposi-
tion, inviting the Society to Niagara
Falls in 1899, and asking that it make
two floral exhibits on a large scale — one
about the middle of May, the other later
in the Summer — provided the techical
conditions were favorable, the object of
these shows being to demonstrate the
progress made in floriculture in America
F. W. Taylor, of Omaha, Neb., read
invitations from the Nebraska State
Horticultural Society; from the Iowa
State Horicultural Society the Secretary
of the Trans-Mississippi Exposition, th
Commercial Club of Omaha, and repeated
also oral invitations, through him, from
the florists of Nebraska and Iowa,
ing that the Society hold its meeting in
Omaha, Neb., next year. He also made
a very urgent plea on his own behalf to
the same effect.
Mr. George Edwin MacLean, Chancel!
( of the University of Nebraska, also made
an eloquent appeal on behalf of Omaha.
As to the question whether it would pay
to go on there, Mr. MacLean said : " Will
it pay the Society to live up to its name?
This is the Society of American Florists,
not of New England, or New York, or a
society of eastern florists! 'Would you
in these modern times prevent the de-
velopment of sectionalism? It is not
a year ago that some of us feared a new
division line in this country, not between
the north and south, but between the
and west. That division must never
come." (Tremendous applause). He
then went on to show how efforts were
being put forth to keep the country knit
together; that many of the great so-
cieties had this year gone west, some
even to the Pacific Coast. " Let the work
be kept up," hecontinued, ''and it will pay
us as regards our Americanism. What
tlie people of Nebraska needed to see
was the Simon pure Yankee, and the
Iintchman from the Hudson and from
I'cnnsylvania." (Laughter).
" I.i't not a great association like this.
whic-h is to consist of scientists as well
as artisans, lose the opportunity of
living up to its ii.inie. It will pay you as
Americans ill the ,t;ooil that you will do,
to say nothinji of the t;.""! you will get
to go out to Omaha iie.xt year." (Ap-
plause).
Messrs. Hammond, Siebrecht, Dillon
and Reck also spoke in favor of Omaha
as a meeting place, the two first named
gentlemen pledging themselves to give
f 50 or more if required toward making
up any deficit that may be incurred
through the Societv's visit there.
Geo. M. Kellogg', Pleasant Hill. Mo.,
told how enthusiastic the western flor-
ists were that the Society sliould visit
their territory next year. He also volun-
teered to give .150 towards meeting any
deficit.
The result of the balloting was as fol-
lows: Detroit, 51 votes; Omaha, 13s ;
New York, 1; Nashville, Tenn., 1. The
Society will therefore meet in
Omaha
1898.
Nomination of Officers.
Theinformal ballot resulted asfollows:
F. Macrae, Wm. F. Dreer, Wm. H. Elliott,
Adam Graham, John Westcott, 1 vote
each; W. A. Manda, 2: .lohn Burton,
H. A. Siebrecht, .3; Wm. F. Gude, 7;
John G. Esler, 13- Edmund M. Wood,
85; Mr. Esler withdrew, leavingthe can-
didates for president, Edmund M. Wood
and W. F. Gude.
For Secretary, G. iM. Herr received 1
vote; George King and John E. Esler, 2
each;Wm. J. Stewart, 92; candidates
Wm. J. Stewart, and George King.
For Treasurer, John N. May and F.
M. Temple received 1 vote each; M.I.
O'Brien and John G. Esler, 3 each; H. B.
Beatty, 98; candidates on formal ballots
H. B. Beatty and M. I. O'Brien. Mr.
Esler withdrew.
The meeting here adjourned.
WEDNESDAY EVENING SESSIO.N'.
Professor Goodale's Lecture.
A lecture on "Our Favorite Exotic
Plants in their own Homes," was de-
livered by Professor Goodale, of the
Botanic Garden, Harvard University.
He illustrated with very beautiful
stereopticon photographs the subject of
tropical vegetation, describing with
much detail the palms, orchids and
other exotic plants which are the pride
of our best greenhouses. The lecture was
given without any technical language,
and passed in brief review the char-
acters of the genera and species which
have become general favorites under
cultivation. He showed that the term
exotic is only relative; thatourcommon
wild plants would be exotic if grown
under other skies, and. further, that a
good man.y of our wild flowers are
quite as well worth cultivating and im-
proving as some which have become
established here. The fashions in plants,
by which certain species are for a while
great favorites and then give way to
others, were shown by the lecturer to be
based on other factors than the whims
of capricious people. The gigantic bam-
boos and climbers of Ceylon, and enor-
mous ferns of Australia, were exhibited
by means of photographs on tlie large
screen. Perhaps the phase of plant life
Iiresented by the kinshiii between the
plants of the North and of the equatorial
zone, touched upon by Professor tioodale,
gave as many surprises to his audience
asaiiy partof hisgraphicdemonstration.
Professor Goodale took occasion to
speak in high terms of the great in-
munity.
A hearty vote of thanks was tendered
the lecturer.
The Pi-orists* Exchange.
757
Third Day.
UGUST 19, MORNING SESSION,
The Convention assembled this morn-
ing- at 10:40. The first business was the
reading of tlie
Nomenclature Committee's R port.
Tliis report showed tliat im serimis
matters had come to tlie nniit-e nf tln'
committee, a fact no donlit dm- tu tljc
consistent efforts of tlu- S(K-if't\ to dis-
Gourage the double nannng of jjlantH
handled by the trade, and to secure that
fairness in the profession which is uni-
versally recognized as of fundamental
importance.
The largest number of s.vnon.vms waw
discoverfd in ilirvh.intiiciiiuiiiK. ritclii-r
&Mand;i .■:,llr,l ,-, l lrl,ti,,ll lo l h,. I;i,-t lllMl
Mrs. V. lioi- , IVM.-r. Hr i in ls;it,
was also liiinciii-il nmlcr llic iiann- oi
Rider Haggaid; that W. C. Cook is
identical with what has been called C. A.
.fessup; Mrs. Geo. H. Morgan with Mar-
jorie Hoffmann, Adele Merz, with Stanley
Baxter; Robert M. Grey, with Hairy
Wonder, and Partridge with Belinda.
According- to tests made by E. D.
Smith, Theodore Bock and Theo. 1'.
Beckert, Miss Perriu cannot be distin-
guished from Mine. Felix Perriu.
A variegated oKnianthns has been sold
as Ilex a(|uiroliuin variegatum. The
seller had explained that the plant had
been imported fi-imi .Japan as O
folia variegata.
)lea aqui-
A correspondent had called attention
to the fact that the name of IMnenici-
phoruni seyclu'llaruni, as given iii.N'iclicd-
son's dictionary, should be, acccjrding to
the index, Kewensis Stevensonia grandi-
folia.
A pelargonium with colored flowers
had been disseminated under the name
of the Bride. .\ correspondent had made
the Btatement that smli a name was
usually associati'd witli luire white
flowers. The comniittie b;i« mo reason
for a change of tlie name, Init considered
the case au iuHtructive one, sinceit called
attention to llie desirability of givlng
proper names wlienever the duty of
naming new varieties arises.
Recognizing the importance of a uni-
form naming of cr-otons, the coniinittee
recommended tiint .-it least t« cx-xtenHivc
growers of crotonw lie .-iiiilcd to the
membership of the .Xonienrlatnre Com
mittee, and retiuest these geutlemeu to
prepare for the committee as fullareport
on these plants as possible, so far as
their nomenclature is concerned. The
NomenclatureCommitteecousists of I'ro-
fessor release, chairman; E. Lonsdale,
E. G. Hill, Fred Dorner, Win. K. Smith,
E. A. Wood, Robert Craig, Albert M.
Herr and Robert t^eorge.
The discussion on "A Year's Progress
in Our Business." was ..p.-ncil by .J.J.
Butler, of New|.ort. wlio rm.l a brief
paper on bedding ].l,inth. .Mr. Butler
mentioned only tin- lil.ninK-i-ooted be-
gonias, \\'rnon .-iiid i^ii.inlii, tine ex-
amples of wliirli .mil th.ir .M].i|.taliility
to bedding conM In- srcn .-i l N.-\\|,ort.
Mr. May Hnp|.l,'iiiriit.-,1 tin- list of tin-
Mr. H.-i-.-ini;! ..n i-.T,
general iihc of ,-in
zinnias, pelunias, Ij
laca.
The paper of Mr
Wood's UoU, on '
Growing," was then
of I'hiladelphia.
A Year's Progress
Since the last essay
Isaac Ki-inii'cly of 1
was read at I'ittsln
the rose family, hotl
and hanlv gni-dc-n v,-i
(Jueen of
We ha\
perpetuii
us the former, the
nn mended the more
iiials, particularly
ilsams and portu-
, M. H. Walsh, of
Progress in Rose
read by Mr. Craig.
eare getting a new-
ally ever-blooming
o all lovers of the
tothe list of hybrid
ill refer to later,
tyofthe hardy hy-
growej and snpi-rh tlowi-i-. It produces a
long bud, laige and full, color rosy flesh,
shaded white at edges of petals. It cer-
tainly is a valuable addition
hardy, ever-blooming varieties. :\
prove an excellent vnrict\ for
by further trial, allliongli some
doubt.
We have 'ilso Mainan Co,-li,t oi
by Pernet-
stantly, bud
rs full ; color
ilmon.
Real progress ! B.v that I mean new
ind improved varieties of American ori-
•iu, of which Mr. .John Cook of Balti-
uore, Md., has added one to the above
i)f Mr. .lohn Cook
if roses, lint such roses! They towc-n-il
liove the carnations on strong stems
lothed with heavy foliage, and were as
irge as American Beauties, but of a
beautiful clear pink, almost light enough
"- '- ' The name is
will get a
to be called a shell pink.
that
grtuul I
, Dicli
■ Mad
Hoste. lu color it
buds, large flower of good siihstance, on
long stiff stems, forces well, has dark
rich foliage, audis very fragrant. .\t the
Boston Rose Show last .June, it received
the society's silver medal, and in .fnne,
1896, a flrst-class certificate of merit. It
is considered a valuable addition to the
hardy, ever-blooming varieties of .\mei-i-
can origin.
Tin- ahovc-named varieties I consider
inipi-o\-('nn-Mts on existing varieties, ami
ill the line of progression, but we niUBt
not be content to rest here, we must
strive to add to the above list. The im-
provements to be effected in the above
obtain new
lis, maroous, and
vigor, freedom of
Then this race of
l.\ admired as gar-
oi-dlnary soils.
d unlimited field in
ind iiii|ii-ove. The
is sinijilr: so easy
lonlil all make an
id i-ontiiiue in the
ral classes
the
.-nlinr.-il Si..-i.t,\ when the committee de-
ci.li-.l to ins|ir,-i it growing in theground,
wiiicli thr,\ did. The following Is a copy
- Dear Sir :— Since the visit of the com-
mittee on Hovvers of the Massachusetts
Horticultural Society to Wood's Holl,
Kui-op.anrose.ifitHclass. Itsmagnilicent
color, united with a beautiful form, large
size, and grand foliage and vigorous habit,
they believe make it of great value and
worthy of the highest award given by
the society.
" We therefore award you the society's
gold medal.
'■(Signed) A. H. Fewkes, chairman."
Mr. F. Schuyler Matthews, 'the artist.
Mar
a grand rose of a beautiful satin-iiink
country, a hybrid tea. Clara Watson,
raised by Mr. Prince in England in IStli.
described as a salmon-tinted pink, and a
good rose.
Of the hybrid polyanthas, Marie Faive
is by far the best of all, blooming freely
through the season, and is valuable for
florists' work, producing good clusters
of good-sized pure white flowers.
I am pleased to note improvements bv
the Wichnraiaiia clasi.
Tliec-ciitli
.Jersey-, who hasraised soi
ditions to this class.
It is gratifying to note
past year, and if we wcm
advance in the futin-i-, w.
ourselves in the raisin u . n
for our cHmate in tin- ■A'Ui
varieties for the floiisi in
It is sometimes sail I our i
enough to wait to sn oih
the
in
it is for tlii-ii- liencflt to do so. By enti-r-
iiig into till- matter with a proper spirit,
we could iiroiiuce our own roses to suji-
[ily the demand here, and not depend on
other countries to supjily us.
In conclusion, I hope favorable action
may be taken by the American Rose So-
ciety, to create and cultivate a greater
Mr. Craig added .Mosella to the list of
roses mentioned by the essayist. It is
iietter than .Soujiert in some respects,
especially in the fi-eedom of opening its
flowers. He had never seen a congested
tted bud
Mo
times found in Soupert. It is also a free
bloomer, and good for funeral work.
He would also endorse the variety,
Clara Watson, which he thought had
great merit.
In answer to a question, Mr. Craig
said that Mosella was perfectly hardy.
It had stood out uninjured at Phila-
delphia last Winter, when the tempera-
ture was several degrees below zero.
Eleciion of Officers.
For President, 213 votes were cast.
E. M. Wood received 85.
Wm. F. Gude, 12fi.
Tlie vote was made unanimous in favor
of Mr. Gude.
For Vice-President:
T. M. Gray received 27 votes.
A. Donaghue, Omaha, 180.
The vote being made unanimous for
Mr. Donaghue.
For Secretary, 21-1 ballots were cast.
Wm. J. Stewart receiving 189.
G. King, 20.
Albert M. Herr, ,5.
The vote was made uuauiiuous tor Mr.
ty was unanimoi
irtice of Treasurer,
iig called ou for a
rief remarks. He
would leave nothing undone to keep tin
.Society rolling onwards in the line of
progress.
Question Box.
The Question Box was then opened,
and the following Inquiries answered :
Where shall our futo
and, it so. can it be done?" "Would
organizing State societies of florists be
of any benefit to the florists on the
S. A. F,?"
iv qupstiou to ask, a
swi-i- offhand, but to
iiy data and reasons
.It which I have ar-
it ilitficult in the time
irpo.se. I judge that
principally to Dutch,
and other foreign-
I such
will confine
- - "1 I. loom out-
-oil .ijid the claim is
iHiiiilis i-equire a light
■ St slock. I have seen
11 li.i,- as come from
■^ w ere clean and of per-
duced as good flowers
on as newly imported
shipiied
tion kno
Carolina
son thos
-"iii-ce, without
'iiiiM- II ii.is iHcn proven that
III- v.-illi-y <-:iti lie growu In this
profltaiily, for several of our
•cers have gone Into It on a large
their own use. they having Im-
ut'iii'oneo'f''l,,n-'i'i'.nl.'''i , -" ' I'l'ildge
from the answcr.s of tlio.-t npUiugthat
they believe they can be. But where?
That Is the question for some plucky fel-
768
Thb F=i-orists* exchange.
low to find out. My friend, Mr. William '
R. Smith, informs me that Secretary Wil- '
son has had this subject brought to his
attention, and that he has taken great
interest in the matter and will push it.
As the secretary is a full-fledged agricul-
turist, you can rest assured that if he can
put several hundred thousand dollars
into the hands of theland workers of this
country, he is going to do it, for that is
the platform on which he stands.
It is i-laiuiiNl that Harri-sii culture has
lirrn li'ird in Calit'ornia but without suc-
cess, r.v whom was it tried ? Was it one
wliu thcii-oimlilv understood the nature
of this lily, (litfiTinu as it does from all
others? Or was it siinply nivi-u to some
persons who thoiiL;lit they were pcrlVi-tly
capable to liamlle any liulb given tlieiii '.'
Was the trial made in only one .section uf
the state, or was it made as it should
have been in different parts and under
different conditions of soil and climate?
Is it not a fact that two or more grow-
ers receiving bulbs from the same case for
forcing obtain vastly different results ? I
know of one instance where a case was
divided between two men ; the crop with
one was of the best, while the plants of
the other were all diseased and worth-
less; thus it may be in case of trials. One
man thoroughly understanding the re-
quirements of the Harrisii will produce ex-
cellent results : his neighbor will make a
failure of it. It is also claimed that for-
eign cheap labor is a prime factor against
our growing bulbs. A Frenchman told
us twenty-live years ago that we could
not compete with them in the gladiolus
growing, their labor was so much less
than ours. How many gladioli are im-
ported to-day ? It would surprise many
of you if you knew how many are being
exported annually. It is not so much
that their labor is cheaper, as the fact
that they plant their crops much closer
and thus obtain double the amount from
a given space.
Many florists who have tried growing
a few of these bulbs have given it up in
disgust. Why? They had not the facili-
ties for handling the stock. The man
who grows an acre of any bulb can do it
much cheaper proportionately, than one
who grows but one short row ; for in
handling crops in large blocks the work
becomes systematised. The market gar-
dener who works but a few acres often
produces more than the ordinary farmer
does from a hundred because he manures
heavily and obtains two, and in some
cases, four crops, and this can be done in
some lines of bulb culture. I know of
one case where a farmer began in a small
way at trucking, and to-day he employs
men on seventy acres, obtaining two
crops every season, while his neighbors
are going along in the same old rut (with
a few exceptions).
I thoroughly believe that if the matter
of bulb growing in this country is han-
dled as it should be, by those who fully
understand the nature of bulbs, it will
only be afew years when the foreign bulb
growers will receive their letters of recall
from this land ; but you must remembei
that they will not give up the businesi
without a struggle; they will do every
thing in their power to hinder the estab-
lishing of this as they have every other
of any article in which there is a sh
profit that he is bound to succeed. Some
say that at the present prices it would
not pay to grow stock that we import. I
will ask you to use a little time to figure
out what you can get from an acre of lily
of the valley, planting the pips one inch
apart in rows ten inches apart ; freesias
the same and the other stock, having
beyond your present ideas.
Replies to other questions will appear
in a later issue.
A motion by D. B. Long to appoint a
committee to act as a representative of
the S. A. F., in connection with the
forthcoming Pan-Ameriean Exposition,
at Niagara Falls, in 1899, was lost.
The meeting here adjourned.
THURSDAY — EVENING SESSION.
The session opened at 8:30 p.m., the
first business being the reading of the
report of the Fire Insurance Committee,
by W. J. Vesey. Report was as follows :
Fire Insurance.
Your committee, to whom was referred
the matter of nominating ofticers of a
temporary organization of a fire insur-
ance association, beg leave to reportthat
they have selected no names for said
position. That upon consideration of
the subject, they have concluded to take
the liberty of recommending to this
Society, asa substitute forthe election of
said oflicers, that it constitute a new
inittee, consisting of K. H. Michel,
E. A. Seidewitz and J. G. Esler, the
bers of the recent committee, to
which shall be added M. A. Patten and
W. J. Vesey ; such new committee to be
known as the Fire InsuranceCommittee.
That said committee be authorized to at
once proceed to secure such applications
ir insurance as it is able. That at any
me, when in the opinion of said com-
littee it shall have procured sufhcientot
ich applications to warrant the forma-
on of an association for said purpose,
it shall issue a call to the persons making
ch applications, stating a time and place
when such persons shall meet to effect a
permanent organization; such committee
o incur no expense for which theS. A. F.
hall be responsible.
The paper of T. J. Johnston on "The
Retail Trade," was read by Mr. Sie-
brecht.
This paper will be found on page 762.
Consiitutional Amendments.
The amendments to the Constitution
and By-Laws (see first day's proceed-
ings) were gone over seriatim, and, with
but few changes, were all carried unan-
"mously except the one governingthe ad-
dition to the title of the Society of Ameri-
Florists, which met with consider-
able opposition until after the reasons
for the change suggested were fully
understood — viz., to make it easier for
the Society to obtain a National charter
—when this change also went through
in the afiirmative.
Mr. Turnley's portrayal of "an orna-
mental horticulturist," created a good
deal of merriment. He pictured this
individual as a " man with his trousers
stuck in his boots; a high hat on, his
sleeves rolled up andapipeinhismouth."
Explanations as to why the change
should be made were offered by Messrs.
Esler, Hoitt, Gude and Smith.
Mr. Herririgton asked why they could
not add to their present appellation, the
good old-fashioned name of "gardener."
He regarded the proposed addition to
the name as ridiculous.
The name by which the Society will
now be known is " TheSociety of .Ameri-
can Florists and Ornamental Horticul-
turists."
Other questions were answered, final
resolutions, thanking the hosts and the
press, and a vote of thanks to the
oflicers of the Society brought the thir-
teenth Annual Convention to a close at
10:35 P.M.
Auxil ary Societies.
The American Carnation Society.
This society held a special meeting ii
Music Hall at 3 P.M., Wm. Nicholson ii
the chair. .\ letter was read from Presi
dent Rudd, who were prevented fron;
being present on account of the illness of
his daughter, suggesting some changes
in the constitution.
The subject of judging, and themanner
of awarding certificates were taken up
and discussed, but no definite conclusion
was arrived at.
The harmful effects of granting a com-
merial certificate to varieties, undei
present methods, was fully gone into by
Mr. Ward, much in the lines of what hat
already appeared in these columns on
the same subject.
Wm. Nicholstiu was in favor of a com-
mercial certificate being given after a
new variety had been thoroughl.vtested
and found meritorious.
Robert Craig thought the society
would makeavery great mistake if it did
not continue to give certificates for seed-
lings showing an advance over existing
varieties. A certificate stampsthe mark
of approval of competent men on points
possessed by the variety, and a grower
would show good judgment by visiting
the houses where a cei-tiflcated variety
was grown at differenttinies of the year,
before determing the amount of his pur-
chase of it.
Chas. H. Allen thought the greatest
question that had arisen against certi-
ficates being granted, was on the basis
on which they are granted— accordingto
points. There was no doubt that a car-
nation should receive a certificate, even
although it had mii-sed the minimum by
one point — provided the jtidups think it
worthy of being grown. Tin- iioint
business should be dropped wholly and
solely. He knew of carnations that did
not receive a certificate which he believed
were entitled to it. This was not the
fault ot the judges, but of the poin.ts.
Such a condition was harmful to the
carnation in a great many ways.
Robert Ciiiin considered that a scale of
points was necessary as a guide to the
judges. It iniKJil he well, however, to
put in the scale some specification that
would allow the judges a little leeway—
a few more points f»-ir general effect, or,
possibly, for general utility. Thesystem
of judging bji' points \\*as the best that
had yet beeii devised, although it is not
perfect.
■" A. Wood. iH.iiin c.illeil on, said he
had found it iiiii.ossijilc in judging, to
judge one Howci- anaiast aiioLlier or one
plant against anoin.;- There has to
course, that deiJeiiils n| i lie iiii|;;r. A
.1 judge with a, goo.l J.lcal aad a scale
jluts that is ri^nt » ill ccitaiiily give
i-tihcateto thenghtexhibit. Ascale
of points must, however, always be used
with judgment.
II. a. Long said that if the Society
could pass on new vaiietiestwo or three
times in a season, instead of only once, it
might be productive oi good results.
Mr. Allen thought the Florists' Clubs
of the country could materially help in
the matter of bringing out a new variety,
and stated what was being done by the
Forists' Hail Association.
The session of the Florists' Hail Asso-
ciation was also its annual one. The re-
port of the secretary, .John G. Esler,
showed that the association had 70.5
members. Insurance is placed on 10,-
000,000 square feet of glass. The re-
serve fund in f 5,215, the emergency fund
.$3,365. The last assessment brought
the treasury $5,365. For losses the sum
of |i2,919 has been paid. The amount of
glass broken during the year was 43,000
square feet.
I The report of the treasurer, .\. M. Herr,
the
Mr. Grant asked if the Society could
not do sometiug toward establishing a
better uniforuiity in ideals in the minds
of the judges scaLtered oyer the country.
Such would make the work of the com-
mittees more satisfactory. He did not
know whether it w oi.ld be practicable to
take different tyi)cs of cainations and
scale them, and stated that tobeentitled
to acertihcate tin
type should scale I
Mr. Uailledouze
culty in fixing upo
ted out the difli-
ideal.
brought up the
advisability of seiuiing new varieties to
be tested indifferent partsof thecountry,
by dift'erent growers, and have the vice-
president of each state appoint two
members to visit the seedlings three times
in the season, iiud put themselves on
record regarding same by rendering a le-
port to the Society at its annutil ineei
The method of distribution for testing
purposes, suggested by Mr. Nichtjlson,
was also recommended" by Messrs. U. A.
Regarding judges Mr. Nicholson
thought it would be a good plan to ap-
point judges and pl.ace Iheic names on
the program of the animal eiin;.; ami
send them out to the nii'inbi-i s, these
judges to be con
appoi
lid
to any judge so appointed to withdrat
should lie so desire.
The meeting then adjourned.
The Chrysanthemum Soc.ety of America.
This Society met in Music Hall o
Wednesday afternoon. President E. .'
Wood in the chair. The report of Tieai
nrer, John N. May, showed a balance i
A resol
ition wa's |,,
sse
Mo ihe efi
ect
that the
scoi-in- oi I
' Inittee
Ol
judges oi
oHi?ially
througli Uie
Se
Clet'aiv i
nd
would be
withheld from
all others.
A
salary of f 50 per anmi
m
was voted
to
the Secretary.
A new t
landing rule
Wi
s added t
lat
protests
against any
a
vards of
till
judges m
ist be submit
tlieSecre
ary befiire J;i
1 n a
■yl, follow"
of the awaiM
Secretary
shall refer
he
same to
111.
Executive Committee,
lo shall 1
iki
action th
ereon as early
as
jossible.
The Hi
itter of grail
■ joint cer
cates by
the S. .\. F.
am
this Soc
■ t_\
was laid
overforcjiiej
The du
s for the Societ-s
were redu
eed
from .12 1
o .f 1 Iter year
dechled that
the Society oHei
annually
a silver cup, to be known as
the
the
ctors, rcsulte
in the
:■ of .). S. Hoarn of Bridgeport, Wll-
V. lireer of Philadelphia and J. C.
hail of Chicago. The directors chose
the following officers: President, J. M.
Jordan of St. Louis; vice-president, J. C.
Vaughan of Chicago; secretary, J. G. Es-
ler of Saddle KImt. .\. .1.; treasurer, A.
M. Herr of Lamastei. I'a. An amend-
posed, which
grants oflicers a salary on the .scale of
business transacted. The action pro-
po.sed will lie considered next year. A
resolution was adoijted which provides
that the newly-elected officers have
ge of placing" the investment of the
lus fund. A discussiou was had on
the advisability of preparing a table of
percentages on losses in different grades
of glass, and of percentages of losses
suffered by hail-stones in different sec-
tions of the country. The matter was
left to the secretary.
THE EXHIBITION.
The trade exhibits were numerically
fully equal to those of other conventions ;
and their nature equally varied, and for
quality certainly on a par with any pre-
vious event. While it is further safe to
sav that the rejiresentation of plants
11^. -I eiM i.iih ill the trade, far and away
eel ^ - hi I .its at previous gather-
ill.;- : I- linns who deal large-
ly ill >iieii
ill|i lieiia; ver\
credital.lr, .\ >|m ,
al leal tl
■•■ al laehcj ill
,er .,( Azalea
mollis an. 1 iI,...|.hI
lell..lis.
K\,iv\\ it W.-IS
stated w,iv lais,
1 fl-olll
seed sown in
Jauuavv, is'.a.
there is 11.. reason
0 d/aili
—we. in this
country, liave rea
•lie.l a s
,-i-e when we
shall s(Kin he in.l. i
■IMlellt .
series in tlie laishiL.
■lass i^' slo.-k.
The size uf these,,]
illl«. al
-1 Ilien- ;iuor
ofgruwtli in >n -
oii a ,-
were VrW lTi;i:r
iiieiviall,\a
thecc.nx. . ^
iplished
mucli I'v -
ixiiiHIpub-
licitv to ^ ,1
credit
for tliis e,i,i,:,i
;l ,li-|,l
'. lielongs to
the ISwan I'.iini 1
ellleleia
.\ssociatiou.
of which 'iiniotln
.\lelan
i,\ is Huperin-
tendeut.
A few novelties ^
teied around
the hall, anion;; t
!^s'e V,ei
;; a |)lant of
Lomaria-Blecliiiiiii
. from
\. .M.iel.ejlan,
Newport; this w, is
.a Ii.iimIs
lUe'Speei n.
and manygue.sses
\-el-e vel
tnivd li\ visit-
ors as to what i I
1 some, with-
out close nliservat
;is their con-
elusion that il was
1 'x'ea's [■
iviii.alis.
W. A. .Manila ,„;i
li'ail e\
liliit of fancy-
leaved eala.Uiiin-. -
ex el-al (
xxhieh were
very hiBll]^ e..l,.ie,
..and on
■or two were
commeudable from the size of leaf and
brilUancy of marliing; for the main part
they were under numbers instead of
names.
J. C. Taughan had on view a plant of
the new Canna Yellow Crozy ; it is of
dwarf habit and the bloom nearly ap-
proaches a pure yellow, but- at the time
of our inspection, no flower spilie was
Tisil3le.
Competition for the S. A. F.
Special Medals.
JXTDti^s— Edwin Lonsdale, Phtla-
delphui ; M. U Norton, Boston, Muss. ;
and iVm. R. Smith, Washington, D. C.
Aqu.^tic ila
NTS
-Di
play
of cut
blooms to l,e
s<-]t
in
good
condition
throughout the
Xll
.itio
The tirst lion
the
Societ
v's silver
medal, went to t
he 1
ollec
tion ft
om Oakes
Ames, .X.ntii 1
.ast
gardener,) hlhn^
se\
en 1
irne t
'h's. TIlTs
was a super!, ex
lection, the How
l-s
eilia
ninn-
lesh and
expanded, eii.alil
ni-
tlleil
distil
its to be seen an
0 tl'ieftdl.
Neluml.iinns lilli
del- .\vm-
phaeas were wi
epi-l
S|']]l.'(
notahle
among tliein w;
OfN. stellata n.a
ll'i's
Olliell
IS. H hilst
hardy varieties
repi
■sellli
i «ith as
complete a coll
elli
I'iti!
x\ e
1,1 v.- eVI-1
'Xh
and most uutew
\ to
llielil i
these being X.
l:i 1
laa
iisouiana
with flowers of
srribable
shade of copper
IS, poute-
derias, limnanil
ler aqua-
tics were include
.slructive
exhibit.
Bronze medal to Henry A. Dreer, River-
ton, N.J. , who
was
wel
represented in
this section. Hi
B lotuse.-.
especially
fine; conspieno
11 K-i-aiidi-
florum, iiuie silo
«-\
hite
Ixen
very larse., hep
th'e',-x.|lli-
site albastnat.a
vil
Iiet
Isfe.a
hele.l like
in a tulip. .N.vi
dwarfed into p
■fill
ies.
IV eo
iiiiarison
all other NympI
ill.t
lis l,-i
-;;e e -e:
brilliant color. altof;etlicr the most i-e-
markable of recent additions to the ten-
der Nypmhitas. N. pulcherrima and N.
Devoniensis were also well represented in
the tender section ; in hardy forms, sul-
phurea, Robinsoniana, lilaciua and the
pygmtea forms were well shown.
Hardy Conifehs in Pots, — Three
groups were in competition. The
premier award went to the Swan Ceme-
tery Co., Providence, R. I., for a meri-
torious collection, silver medal. Sam J.
Lewis, Olneyville, R. I.' second, bronze
medal.
Cal.iiiii-mk— Twelve fancy foUaged va-
rieties in pots, one pl,-int of each.
W. X. .M. lie 1,1. Soul h Orange, N. J., was
awardeil .1 lnonze nieil,-il.
DiscHicTioN u:v .\\\ Alius which were to
be given fm- • any display of plant8,Bhow-
ing advancement in culture or of special
value to the trade." went as follows:
The Swan Point Cemetery Co., Timothy
McCarthy, superintendent, a silver medal
for a group of American-grown seedling
rhododendrons and azaleas.
Pitcher & Manda, Short Hills, N. J., for a
pyramidal stand of Adiantum Farleveuse
7x7 feet, containing 100 4-inch pots and
.50 5-inch, a certificate of merit ; but the
display deserved better recognition.
.Mexander MacLeilan, Newport, sent
three i^raitd siteennen jilants of Adiantum
peiii.iil.-iciylon. e,-M-h sjx fcct Or morc lu
ili- ler. .iiel ne.-iiix ;isliin-h; Anthurium
\eiii|ii, larrviiiL; n^lii immense leaves;
,iiid ,-i snperl. plant of Lomaria gibba
l>ie(-tHioitles, proving;- tliis lasta grand ad-
dition to decorative ferns.— Silver medal.
THE TRADE DISPLAY.
Section A— Plants.
Judges.— SamueJ Henshaw, New York.
.John Dingwall, Albany, N. Y.; and Alex.
MacLellan Newport, R I.
F. R. PiERSON Co., Tarrytown, N. Y.,
was well represented by a table covering
300 square feet, including a fine lot of
palms, etc. Pandanus Veitchil was also
noticeably good. In novelties there were
Heliconia illustris rubicaulis rosea, and
Abutilon Savitci,— Honorable mention.
From the same exhibitor came an e.x-
hibitot Nephrolepis exaltata Bostoniensis,
—Certificate of Merit.
SiEBRECHT & Son, New Rochelle, N. Y.,
filled aiO square feet with the following
arranged in groups: ferns, dracaenas,
palms and araucarias. Among palms
Phoenicophorum granditolium andPhosnix
rupicola, were in grand condition. In
addition to these was a fine lot 01 Nephro-
lepis cordata compacta, and having
special regard to the last, the judges
made their award.— Certificate of Merit.
Pitcher & Manda, Short Hills, N, J ,
made a display covering 100 square feet,
mainly of palms; among other plants in
this group was a new Begonia Rex, named
Providence, which, as a larger plant, will,
no doubt, prove of great value The color
and habit are good, and it shows evidence
of Pres, Carnot parentage,— Honorable
mention.
Robert Craig, Philadelphia, Pa., put up
in all 115 square feet; one-third of thi,=
space was taken up with superbly colored
crotons (some of which had been grown
entirely in Jadoo); in all there were about
forty varieties of which the most showy
were: albo lineata. Ha keri. Charmer,
Czar Alexander, Thompsoni, and Reedi.
The balance of the exhibit consisted of
palms, etc.— Certificate of Merit for the
Crotons, Palms and decorative plants
—Highly commended.
The Cottage Gardens, Queens, L. I.,
staged between forty and fifty varieties of
zonal pelargoniums. Taking into consid-
eration the season, the judges thought
avorably of these.— Certificate of Merit.
L. H. Foster, Dorchester, Mass., staged
a group of Nephrolepis exaltata Bostoni-
eusis.— Highly commended.
H. F. Littlefield, Worcester, Mass.,
covered 43 square feet of space with palms,
ferns, etc — Highly commended.
Charles D. Ball, Holmesburg, Pa,,
arranged a superb lot of palms, etc., cover-
ing a space of 113 square feel.— Highly com-
mended.
Daniel B. Long exhibited smilax plants
from Risley fiats.— Highly c mmended.
Lemuel Ball, Wissinoning, Pa., staged
a group of decorative plants which covered
35 square feet, including palms, etc,
-Highly commended,
J, Heacock. Wyncote, Pa,, had 97".;
square feet of clean well grown palms, etc"
—Highly commended,
H,A.DREER,Inc,,Riverton N. . J,, covered
a space of 175 square feet with a general
assortment of commercial plants.— Certifi-
cate of Me it,
W. A, Manda, South Orange, N, J,,
covered 75 square feet of space with deco-
rative plants, orchids, bulbs, etc— Honor-
able mention.
W, A. Bock, North Cambridge, Mass.,
had a general assortment of plants.
Carl Hagenburger, Mentor, Ohio, sent
a new coleus named Klondike.
Storrs & Harrison Co., Painsville,
Ohio, staged southern grown H, P, rose
plants of exceptionally fine growth,
—Highly commended.
C. H. Joostes, New Y'ork City.— Ameri-
can grown roses on own roots.- Highly
commended.
Section B— Cut Bloomi.
Judges— Jo/i?!. White, PUtsficld, Mass.,
S. Pentecost, Cleveland, O.; J. A Hhellem;
Philadelphia, Pa.
The H. A. Dreer, Inc., had new French
an 1 Italian cannas in twenty-five varieties,
the best being Souv, d'Antoine Crozy,
red, edged yellow; Avante Garde, yellow,
sputted with red; Ami Jules Ghriitien,
cerise-red.andVice-PresidentLuizet.bright
crimson. Fringed petunias were also
shown in pretty variety here. — Honorable
mention.
John Lewis Cbilds, Floral Park, N. Y.
and CusHMAN Gladiolus Co., Euclid,
Ohio, had each an exhibit of gladiolus.
Judges— Fred Biirki. Allegheny, Pa;
F. R. Mathieson, Waltham, Mass.: U. A.
Hart, Cleveland, O.
HITCHINGS & Co., New Y'ork, had No, 57
hot water boiler. Owing to the great sur-
face of water exposed to heat the judges
awarded Certificate of Merit.
HERI.NDEEN MANUFACTURING Co,, Gen-
eva, N, Y',, steam boiler,— Honorable men-
JosEPH Plentt Co., Jersey City, N, J,
The Howatt sectional boiler, —Highly
commended,
S.MITH & Thater, Boston, Mass, The
Winchester hot water heater,— Highly
commended,
John A, Scollay, Brooklyn, Exhibited
his Invincible hot water boiler, which
was highly recommended for its great
heating surface and other points of merit.
Judges— S. J Renter. Westerly, R. I.;
M. A. Patten, Lowell, Mass., and James
Logan, White Plains, N. Y.
Hews & Co , North Cambridge, Mass.—
An exhibition of flower pots.— Honorable
commended.
J. Breck & Sons, Boston. Mixed ex-
hibit of seeds, fertilizers an horticultural
sundries.— Honorable mention.
John C. Moninger, Chicago, 111 Sec-
tion of greenhouse, showing system of
building with ventilation, etc. Arrived
too late for the judge to report upon.
LocKLAND Lumber Co., Lockland, Ohio.
Sections of clear cypress sash bars.- Hon-
orable mention.
Joseph Plenty Co., Jersey City, N. J.,
erected a section of an iron frame even
span commercial greenhouse, fitted up
with bench, showing brick bottom, etc.;
the house was made of cypress wood and
was glazed with tapped glass,— Honorable
mention,
E, A, Ormsby, Melrose, Mass,, made an
exhibition of 50 running feet of green-
house, glazed with 16x2* glass, six lights
to a sash, the whole representing a weight
of 300 pounds, which was lifted with ease
by the Ornisby ventilator. The judges re-
ported "quickness and lightness in opera-
tion are commended."
Section E.-
JUDGES— G. Ludwig, Allegheny, Pa.;
J. M. Oajiser, Cleveland, O.: U. L.Foster,
Dorchester, Mass.
H, Bayersdorfer & Co,, Philadelphia,
made the largest exhibit of anyone in the
hall, occupying UB square feet of space.
The exhibit in the main consisted of
wheat sheaves, fancy baskets, metallic
designs, celluloid pot covers, birch bark,
etc.— Certificate of merit.
W. C. Krick, Brooklyn, N. Y'., showed
samples of lettering in immortelles, de-
signs; the Royal Arcanum, bicycle and
and other badges, also samples of wire
pot holders and glass holders. The last
apparently fill a want thnt has long been
manifest: to secure glasses of cut flowers
on smooth and perpendicular surfaces.—
Highly commended.
N. F. McCarthy, Boston exhibited
Japanese vases, fancy baskets, immor-
telles, etc —Honorable mention.
Hews & ( o., Cambridge, Mass. Fancy
earthenware.— Certificate of merit.
Section F.— Bnlba and Seeds.
Judges- ,i4. K. Mc.Mnhon, Newport.
R. I.; Alexander Miller, and Charles
Zeller, Flatbush, N. Y.
Clucas & BODDINOTON Cc, New Y'ork
City. An exhibit of Bermuda bulbs
and Lilium longiflorum. — Certificate of
Merit.
Freesias.— Commended tor quality.
Joseph Breck & Sons, Boston.— Collec-
tion of liulbs.
W. A. Potter & Co., Providence, R. 1.
French bulbs.— Honorable mention.
F. R. Pierson Co., Tarrytown, N. Y.
Collection of Dutch, French and Bermuda
bulbs. Here was seen the only Dutch
bulbs on exhibition.— Certificate of merit.
C. H. JoosTEN, New Y'ork City. Lilies,
etc. — Highly commended.
Section G Miscellaneous.
Judges— 21ie chairmen from the fore-
going sections.
Thos. W. Weathered's Son, New Y'ork.
A model of hot water boiler.— Certificate
of merit.
James Horan & Son, Bridgeport, Conn.
Horan's Carnation Supports, shown with
growing plants in boxes.— Highly com-
mended.
H. A, Dreer, Inc, Philadelphia, Pa„
had samples of Van Reyper Glaziers'
Points.— Honorable mention.
C. W. Werner, Wakefield, Mass., had a
new basket or pot cover made of reeds,
and provided with a tin pan and wire
handles to lift the pot and protect from
water.— Honorable mention.
A. Herrmann, Thirty-fourth street. New
Y'ork, covered IIW square feet with a grand
lot of metal floral designs and cycas
leaves, a handsome exhibit and purely of
American productions. Evidently the
judges did not appreciate the value of this
exhibit.— Honorable mention,
H. P, Littlefield, Worcester, Mass.
Samples of hose and other requisites.
—Honorable mention.
C. H. Joostes, New York City, Ex-
hibit of Postite. — Honorable mention.
L, B. Brague, Hinsdale, Mass, Exhibit
of small trees, ferns, etc— Highly com-
mended,
Crowl Fern Co,, 27 Beacon street,
Boston. Samples of laurel wreathing,
ferns, and moss.— Honorable mention.
Emil Steffens, 333 Eas 21st street. New
Y'ork City, covered 73 square feet with
his noted wire designs, and among these
had several entirely new patterns, which
have been recently patented ; one of these
is a combined piece of pillow and gates
ajar ; another clever design was an arch
and turnstile; a new piece of si ill more
recent date is a bicycle model.
W. S. Ward, Salem, Mass. An exhibit
of cocoauut fibre and curled hair.— Honor-
The Skabcura Dip Co., Chicago, 111.
Samples of Nikoteen; an interesting dis-
play.—Honorable mention.
BKN.J. Chase, Derry, N. H. Labels and
plant stakes. — Highly commended.
D. B. Long, Buffalo, N. Y'. Florists'
photographs.— Highly commended.
Joseph Breck & Sons, Boston. Florists'
requisites.— Highly commended.
T. J. Grey & Co , 50 Market street,
Boston. An exhibit of lawn mowers.
-Certificate of merit.
Clark Sawyer Co., Worcester, Mass.
Alaska refrigerator,— Certificate of merit.
American Jadoo Co., Philadelphia, Pa.,
made a big display of its specialty. The
judges recommended for this, further
trial — Honorable mention.
J. Akn t Penman, New York City.
Florists' literature.— Certificate of merit.
The a. T. De La Mare Ptg, and Pob.
Co. Ltd, Publishers of the Florists' Ex-
change and American Gardening,
several scores of books, including the first
copy of their new book: "The Water
Garden," and several new designs for
awards.
E Hippard, Y'oungatown, Ohio. Venti-
lating shaft.— Highly commended.
Moss & Peat Co., Barnegat, N. J.
Samples of its specialty.
Theron Parker, 32 South street, Brook-
lyn, N. Y'. Samples of the Model carna-
tion support. This has several improve-
ments,giving greater rigidity and strength.
The Quaker City Machine Co., Rich-
mond, lud. Section of greenhouse, show-
ing the Challenge ventilator in operation.
R. W. Lawrence. Wire supports.
—Honorable mention.
Cordley & Hayes, New Y'ork. New
designs in wood fibre jars.— Certificate of
merit.
Supplementary.
.Mr. Armstrong, St. Louis, exhibits an
"ever blooming tuberose," that blooms
again from the bulb, for which the com-
mittee recommended a Certificate of
Merit.
Scabcura Dip Co., Chicago, showed
Nikoteen, a new insecticide, recom-
mended for further trial.
760
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Contents.
Carnations 'i
Changes in Business 1
Chbysanthemcms 'l
Foreign Correspondence . . . . i
Seed Trade Keport "
Question Box 1
Society of American Florists:
Proceedings of Thirteenth Annual
Convention 762-7
Trade Exhibit V58, 1
President-elect William F. Gude . . 1
With the Convention Crowd . . 760-7
Meetings of Auxiliary Societies :
American Curnation Society . . . '
Chrysanthemum Society of America . 1
Florists' Hail Association ... 5
Trade Notes :
St. Paul, Cleveland 't
Cincinnati, BulMmore, Chicago, Spring-
field, Mass ''
Buffalo, Van Wert, 0 5
For the Busy Man.
To the West for 1693 : Omaha, Nebraska.
The membership of the S. A. F. is on the in-
crease.
The exkibition at Providence was a great
success.
Reports from all the cities show trade to be
very slow.
Note the imp
of the S. A. F.
ortant changes
(see report).
in the by-laws
A good dea
our pages this
of Convention
week, but there
matter fills up
s more to come.
An annual register of new
plants is to be undertaken by
members only. Thisuhouldbe
to the trade.
and introduce.
theS. A. F. fo,
of great benefii
THE WATER GARDEN.
By Wm. Tkicker. — .Just published,
from the press of A. T. De La Mare Ptg.
and Pub. Co., Ltd. Handsomely gotten
up, with several full page plates and
numerous other illustrations. Address
the Fublishers.
The Dispensation of Providence.
Not to many associations or organiza-
tions of men does it liaiipen, as has been
the case with the fi. A. F., that for over a
round dozen of years the same set of men
who save it inception have uninteri-upt-
edlr steered at tlie helm and directed the
i-oiii'sc across the sea of time and weath-
ered those bursts of adversity which will
occasionally, for a time, hinder the regu-
lar onward course of success.
But as the years roll on, the hands of
time will press heavily upon one and all ;
gradually the ranks are thinned, and
President-elect S. A. F. Wm. F. Gude,
of Washington, D.C.
after a short decade the depletions from
the number of active workers appall the
survivors as they halt to look to the
past.
But the recruits! Thanks to the noble
examples of the fathers the annual addi-
tions of young blood supply material to
carrv oil the society's life's work, and
KtroiiKin thoir viRor of youth, impart
new ideas, fresh theories, novel proposi-
tions. For awhile the elder heads, gray
in experience, hesitate, and the enthusi-
asm of their juniors gains the day.
Progress is tlie watchword for success
and perhaps the result of the presidential
election at the Providence convention of
the S. A.. F. is a fortuitous sign of the
times, an indication that a new era is
at hand.thatthe youugblood has gained
sufficient force to handle the destinies of
theSocietv. That the election of W. F.
Gude was" a surprise no one will (leiiy.
Strenuous I'fdiils li:nl lii-cii iii.ule m iit-
tainquartiTs t<> ensure tlii' clet-tioii ol the
elder, and other candidate K. ,\I. Wood.ot
Natick, Ma.ss., but
" The best laid schemes of mice and men
Gang aft agley."
Xext Year's convention will be held in
Onialia' XeVi and never before has the
S, .\. !•■.' venlnii'd ki> f,-ir from the East.
Iie^iils (.1 iiiMiiy I if the lirelhn-ii who look
euces will accrne, and if the traditional
energy of the West be engrafted into the
well-tried tactics of the East, can we not
look into a future fraught with glory and
honor, increase of powerto our organiza-
tion, a happy and prosperous future to a
society that, in fact as well as in name is
• American" in all the wide meaning of
that word ?
President-Elect. W. F. Gude.
The president-elect of the Society of
American Florists, William Frederick
Gude,of Washington, D.C, has the honoi
of being theyoungest man ever elected to
the proud position of president of the na-
tional society. He was born of German
parents at Lynchburg. Va. on .January
4,1868, and has not .\ft re.ielii'il Ids thir-
tieth year. Coiuiiin,, in- w.nk at the
early age of ten, Willi X. snider of Ana-
costia, D. C, he has -l■:Mlllali^ loiged his
way bv patient industry to the front,
and is how one of the rising young men
of Washington, D. C. He, in company
with his brother Adolf, started in busi-
ness as growers at Auacostia, about eight
years ago; two years sulise(|ui'ntly they
opened a store in Fslivet, Washington,
which is now operate,! I.y the ], resident-
elect, the growing iiart of the establish-
ment being looked altei- by .\dolf, and
consisting of 90,000 feet of glass.
Mr. Gude has been a member of the
S.A.F. since the Buffalo meeting, and has
always taken an active interest in its
affairs, entering into the discussions at
its various gatherings with spirit. He
was appointed on the executive commit-
tee this year by President Graham. He is
possessed of indomitable energy and per-
severance, throwing his whole heart into
everything he undertakes; and it is more
than likely that this same aggressiveness
will characterize his connection with the
Society.
Mr. Gude is a P. G. in the Odd Fellows,
a thirty-second degree Mason, a member
of the Elks, and is associated with other
societies.
With the Convention Crowd.
Will the "going to convention'' ever
become a chestnut to the sturdy adher-
ents of the S. A. F. ? It may have become
like a tale thrice told, and here and there
an obdurate outsider may fling his Flor-
ists' Exchange from him in disgust be-
cause it contains too much of that
" pesky annual meeting, greeting, and all
the rest of it;" same old yarn; but we
doubt if there are many such, and. so far
as we are concerned, we have failed to
find the first complainant. To the regu-
lar attendant the oft repeated perform-
ance of " getting there and getting back
again," may have brought him into such
good practice that all the necessary
that the bundling into a grip of the neces-
sary outfit for the week's campaign can
be all easily done in ten minutes— save
and except the ladies, bless them, and it's
not fair to give them anything less than
a week, at any time, for any journey —
and the anticipation of meeting and ex-
changing words of mutual good wishes
and getting a sight of the dear old famil-
iar faces — even if there has been a spat or
two during the preceding interval— out-
weighs all the discomfort which may ]ii>s-
sibly attend upon the excursion.
The journey to convention in this year
of grace, 1897, however, held no terrors
of travel stain and weariness over the
minds of those who ventured forth on the
expedition, and certainly all who went to
Providence by way of New York, the
Sound, and the Providence line, had every
reason to congratulate themselves on
the combination of as beautiful a day in
August as could be desired, "general''
humidity lingering somewhere in the
rear, an absolutely balmy atmosphere, a
quiet sea, so still you could hear a cork
diop, and a soft moon, a httle past her
full, yes, but strong enough in her refrac-
tive power to cast a bewitching glamour
of silvery brightness over the face of the
one. getting the certitii-ates, lookingafter
friends and baggage, .ind getting things
generally out cpf tangle— this latter by the
tenderfoot, for an old stranger never al-
lows himseh to be disconcerted, happen
what may.
At 5:30 P. M. on .Monday, the 16th of
August, the good steamer Plymouth
moved out of her dock, and glided slowly
and majestically down the river, the dele-
gates, even to the bom and bred New
Yorkers themselves, watching with clos-
est interest the panorama on both sea
and land which nowhere else in all this
broad world may be surpassed or even
duplicated. The stately buildings which
cover lower New Yorkt'ity have theirset-
ting in one of the jewels of river creation,
the .North or Hudson River, in turn the
pathway through which the pride of all
Europe pursues its course to pay tribute
to the genius of the New World : thus,
fully engaged, the bend in the river was
soon reached, old Castle Garden, the scene
of .Jenny Lind's first American triumph,
tor years an emigrant bonded warehouse,
and now. after nearly a century, !again
becomes an attraction forall New York—
an aquarium— came in sight, then the
Bridge— our Ipietlireu of the craft in the
Empire City know only of on..- the Navy
Yard, Blackwells Island. Hell il.ite.
euphoniously named, but now shorn of
Its terrors, thanks to Newton; Kanilalls
Island, harboring its thousands of the
great city's unfortunates, were passed in
rapid succession, and we come into
broader waters, and as the laud recedes
on both sides, old Sol is betaking himself
to his rest, and nature making her prep-
arations for the night.
This is the time which has been decided
upon for the supper, and soon the tables
are besieged by a hungry host. The New
York Florists' Club, ever generous and on
hospitality IncUned, had arranged with
the steamship company to provide sup-
pers for every member of a florists' club
who came their way. and some one hun-
dred and fifty were thus provided for.
This important provisioning of the inner
man attended to, the visitors scattered
to cozy points along the broad decks,
and spent their time previous to retire-
ment in song and story, and In compar-
ing of notes, all the while the glorious
moon illuminating the waters and beam-
ing her complacency upon the whole un-
dertaking. And so we came to Provi-
dence.
Personally, I was oblivious to this fact
until our boat gave several forward and
backward kicks that seriously threatened
to disintegrate her timbers, then she
groaned inwardly and audibly, the freight
trucks began to rattle on the lower decks
while the early risers began to patter on
the deck overhead and sleep fled.
It's a long time since this Society has
struck a town that is like unto Provi-
dence, and the people who live within its
borders. The city shows many traces of
its antiquity, in its circling, narrow side
streets with every here and therea build-
iiigaged by time and exposure; generally
s]ie.ikiiig, the citlzensare progressive and
wiile aw ake enough to satisfy any patri-
otic .\uieiican, but — our hotel elevator is
run by an endless chain which enables It
to make a round trip four times an hour;
a whistle instead of an electric button
connects your room with the hotel man-
agement, and gas has not been ousted
from its time-honored pedestal by the
electric light.
We sw-amped our hotel ; the largest In
town, too, and at the dinner table it
looked for an hour as if there was going
to be a smalKsIzed riot, owing to the en-
tirely inadequate steps taken to provide
lor the crush of guests. We drove the
head waiter crazy and several of his
satellites threatened to commit harikari.
Kaw beef, rare chicken, no vegetables,
thirty' minutes between courses, and
other minor troubles were ours the first
day, but we will live through it. Add to
this, the first afternoon, 20 per cent, of
the visitors attacked with certain inde-
finable pains, which came and went at
irregular intervals, made Tuesday quite
a memorable recollectable day on the cal-
endar.
But little things like this could not
daunt the brave hearts of the crusaders,
and we found them on deck in full force
isaay
in all
The Music Hall turns outtobe as to its
first floor very illy-adapted forexhibition
puiposes, the ceilings being low and the
light iiisnihcieiit : that part given over to
till' nieetiiigs is just the reverse, good
li^ht, ventilatiiiii and acoustics. The
hriinze and silver medals offered by the
Siieiety brought forth an exhibition on
this lioor which added greatly to its
attractivi'ness.
The first meeting was called to order
verv promptly at 10:4.5 A. M., only fif-
teen minutes behind schedule time, and
the earliest onreeord. First appearances
go a long way, and Mayor McGuinuess'
welcome to the delegates was a hearty
one, well in accord with the spirit of New
England hospitality. His speech was ex-
tempore, short, concise, and pointed.
Moral to all speakers: If you have to
write your speech, commit it to memory
If you want to make an imoression.
Reading from manuscript immediately
places you under disadvantage hard to
overcome.
W. W. Coles, of Kokomo. Ind., proved
a happy selection by the executive com-
mittee as a speaker to thank the good
citizens of Providence for favors extended,
and the " vlllian" not in the play was
still further scored. Mr. Cole's response
was a model of careful and conscientious
preparation and was roundly applauded.
Then came President Graham's ad-
dress, given In full in another column ; he
has fullv sustained the reputation hewon
at Cleveland as a gentleman with a very
clear head, quick to grasp the situation,
and ruling with a discriminating yet in-
flexible hanil. .Secret.-iry Stewart's figures
were ni(H-e cheerful thnii those nf a year
■ sho
mem-
. The
inquii ■
Important contemplated amendments
to the by-laws were then read, and are
to be acted upon later They are all in
line with the intention to place the So-
ciety ou a still firmer foundation, and as
such are to be commended. The new
title contemplated— "Society of Ameri-
August 21, 1897.
Thb Plorists* Exchtinge.
761
ican Florists ,1
turists"— is Ipi-o;
army. M.i\ ii
LifcMl'mli.'rVlii'i'
getici'ain.i>>, n
agi-ently riil.ni;
Esler's Fiiv In
to fall ll.it tn I
can't iilw .i.x s SI
.it is tliiit :i mill
existence in a ,sli
our reiiilers In n
as anytliinn n
bound til lir 1
onieuK iittcnil.iii
Association, an
Tlie ruiiv.-nt
comiiiR a «ri-at
had invitationi
Falls, both |-..i- 1
popped lip a;;,ii
ExpositiiMi alte
we'll go if -Villi
time to takr iik
asked us to c-om
to see a real livi
exhibition anlli
our Cou.nri'ss in
ures for tlicir 1
to-morrows or.
This Hrst si'ss
J.'all« wasintlir
no means least, Wf
et Traendly b Schenok 768
Primal
Book Wm A....
Cunniiigbaiu J
Emmaus (ioo 3
Hughes lieo J-.
M^der Paul.. ..
Rupp J F
gagement. was told by
'•that he kurw thr n.ilnn-
and could not 1m- I'x.usi'il.
suggested indi-piiidviit act
cietyin the matter ul itses
is something we have to come to sooner
or later.
Wednesday morning found a full atten
dance, the selection of a placi
180.S,
for th
causes,
excuse
tation
front,
togetl
-this
eetiiif;
iftie
■ to tl
rre t(
coniinodate his abnormal
nether extrmiitii's.
A squelchc-r was chopped on those pos-
sessing the bad habit of leaving the hall
during the reading of essays. Graham
said: " If members have any important
business that compels them to leave let
them leave now."
After the- rcailiiiu of srMT.il ].-.,] ,-,- U^-
tened to « itii i^rcat iiit' i.-i 1' ! m- -is-
sion on tl l-\i nnn-.i 1 i' 1 1 ■ ■ - ■
look up .Mr. lla.Ml.inlnl ^ - u: is
hitherto deeinecllnviiirilil- 1'" n - ^^"ll!l
thei
xpei
-the '
tion to kuov
8es.sion was tapped : select
of meeting in 1898 ami
iblec
and the oratory .'if tlir 1 i\ o l;''ii
from .\eliraska i s.-c .inot Iht .■, iliiiii
succeeded in hiiurum tin' S, A I', d
trate tnrllicr intii, to this .■issi,ri;it i
unknown Wrsi liiaii thry li.id lyi'i
erto bei'ii al.lr to s-'i'i'W tlirir roiir
to the pit.ll nf llllllrl-l.ikill.-.
The c-iaiiiis of cy.-iy otli.-i- riu
drowned in the torrents of elo
poured forth by Messrs. Tayh
.VlacLeau on behalf of Omaha, ai
audience reveled in and cheered
echo the shafts of wit and cloqin
they fell, thick ami last, t 1 tl
lighted ears. Tliis was .1 nasi ol
served to perfection, to tin- like- of
expect
Omaha, according to the document:
submitted by Mr. F. W. Taylor, sends in
vitations to the S. A. F. to hold its four
teeutli .Miinil.al inccfiii;i in that city, frnn
the (iov.iii.nof Nrhniska all the wa,.
down till' usual roiirs.- of convciilion cit;
Candida t IS t.. tin- rii, 1111 1 in- of 1 'oinniiTc-
of that cit \ , anil iminilini;- tlir smna I iiir
of sonic too ,,,.■ ,iliiT.-.ii I - - 11
cated in 1 li.'it .-0111 .■nlimi i ■ . . . , ~
and vill.'mi's. Ml nsMio ^1 1^
vvelconi.' :inil 1 r.ir \\ I'-lii ,-(., 1 ., 1,. .
and wc lii'licM'thrni : .il.-.. ^'i ■"; I;'* '-^'
it, even lo'c half of tin- r.iili-o.iils inn
ning thereto. Tlic hotels \mi.- oniiitii
we do not donbt oiir Ucsinii iii.ii.l
overlooked this, or thiyv too would liav
been thrown in. Mr. Tayl.n- dioyc in tli
nails and (Uiancelloi MacLcan c-liiiilnc
them— " Will it pay in dollars and cent
to go West?" 'I'he gentleman proved 1
would. " This is the Society of Amerlcai
Entertainments
ess session
iig. The following letter whb r
;ecretary Mason from (jov. Dyer:
state of Rhode Island,
vith the niag-
raftsinen have
/KftT" on next page.)
Index to Advertisers.
Hsrgor U U &O0.
Wcjeber 4
Bnali
Hill EQ 1
lig, the (
wrelice Tii'iic,
id last, Coiia
Graaert c^t Uo
Hancook A Son.
HaiTiBon Jobn..
Cliryaiinlheii
MerkelCiSon..
ElUBon Wm
Ellis
Hart Utchael A.
KiiehD OA
UcOartUy !
itickaeokerUtaaaH... 769
Elliott Wm s; Sou... 760
IloyleJA 166
" Qmana, Geo M.... '68
Hopp & Lemke 766
JackBou & perkluB
Co 766
MacBeau A 8 766
PUutCo 766
Ouwerk>;rk P 761
Plerscn F Ii Uo. 749
•8 ft HaiTlBODOo 751
3i"hreclit 4 Bona... 719
Smith N * Son .... 767
Storrs 4 Harrison Go 751
Van Hiintte Louis..
White John
Berger U H &
Brown Peter.
Burpee W A &
Cunningham .
UcCuUoURli J. C.
Mahoney G L & C
Patterson EH...
Pruuty Ciias E...
.UchmaunO
Elliott Wm & Sons. 75J
Hammond Benj .
Heters John J Oo...
dews A H s Co
McCarthy N. F. 4 Co. 760
^iyracuae Pottery Ct
Whlildin Pottery Ct
Pruit Pla
c Jones Co.. 761
Duae BuIIiltne.
.tins HncI Vri
ling Materia
Ooldwell -Wilooi Co. 77u
Oowun's N SouB . . .
Dietsch A 4 Co. ..
Giblin KOa." '".'.'.
Lookland Lumber Co 764
767
Lord & BumhrtD) Co 770
Uonlnger John 0 Co 770
I'lerce F O Co 770
Plenty's Horticul-
tural Worfefl .. .. 770
Quaker City Machine
Co 770
Stearns A T Lumber
Hail Inaurance
HorlBtHallABB'n.... 769
Insectlclilea mid
Funglcldea
Hammond Benj.... 772
Joosten OH 71 J
KentuckyEitraclCo 772
)Co :
Jackson 4 PerkineCo 766
Ouwerkerk P. 751
Storrs 4 Harrison Co 761
Van Houtte Louis... 767
Smilal Planlc
Baker C F 767
Bailor FA 766
Betscher Bros 766
Bool Floral Oo 767
Brown AL 765
EiBeteO 772
Horan J 4 Son 765
National Plant Co... 766
Beldewitz EA 766
hN4 Sod 767
Wood Bros 766
SufiplieB and
ReqalBitei
Bayersdorfer H &Co 772
Boston Letter ( o . .. 769
Conley John & Son.. 772
Ellis 4 PoUworth . . 769
Ellison W 768
FlUolt Wm ft Sons. 761
Hammond Benj 772
LittlefleldHF
Lusby A A: Co
McCarthy N F40o..
Welch BroB.
Toola
Esler JO*/
Liltlefleld H
Pierce F O C(
Scollay Juo I
VegelabI
Hiiiiby Horace 761
SUellroailG'houseCo 761
Vincent RJrftBon. 751
772
Ureene 4 nnderhlll 7«5
HugliesOoo J. . 766
Mahonoy O I. ft Co. . 7.iii
BeckertTF..
Bobbluk L 0
Cranes
Jackson ftPerklnsCo '
Kadleli J 1
Ouwerkerk P 1
[Jally E...
Mac Bean A S.
OErlenTF.,
BenarH Job .
Wood Bros. . .
762
The Florists* Exchange.
fortune ban ravored beautiful as the gardens
of the j?od8, and carried to the poor and the
Rielc the beauty of the lily and the fragrance
of the rose.
Wishing that every success may attend the
meetings of the Society in this' city lam,
very respectfully, ELISHA DYER,
A selection by the orchestra was fol-
lowed with siuging by the Union Veteran
Quartet. Solos by Florence Batchelder
Snow were enthusiastically received, after
which it was announced that dancing
would be enjoyed. The floor was cleared
and soon the youngei' portion of the
company gave themselves up to the
pleasures of the dance. A light collation
of ice cream and cake was served to all
present.
Tlie Bowling Competition.
The bowling contest continues as inter-
esting asever. WithoutittheConvention
would, to many, prove unentertainlng.
In the competition at Providence nine
teams entered.
A. M. Rennie, captain of the Provi-
dence team, took charge of the arrange-
ments. It was decided thatteams failing
to make 600 on the first game would be
unable to complete the three games, but
owing to one of the Providence team
falling sick this rule was waived, and
Buffalo and Providence, who had both
failed to make the necessary 600, were
allowed to roll the second time. Follow-
ing are the scores by games :
FliATBDSH.
P.Riley
H. Dailledouze...
L. ticbmutz
C. B Knickman..
G. Heidmuller....
E. DalUedouze....
114 126 121
173 144
Total.
674 683
Grand Total, 2
Fall River.
C. Warhurton 138 106
W. Stafford 113 97
J. Lannigan 120 135
J. Slinn 142 111
W. Martin 66 142
P.Leveque 81 61
Total 658 645
Grand Total, 1
Providence.
A. M. Rennie 93 101
A.Miller 97 124
W. M. Buawell,.
Total
114
633 668 61C
Grand Total, 1911,
Bdffalo.
W. Kaeting 113 162
C. Hagenburger
G. Kancourt.,
D. B. Long..
H. Ha
71
83 117 S
61 51 ^
W.Soott 133 124 »
Theo. Rothrs..
E. StefTens
W. A. Manda .
P. O'Mira
E. Leuly
ad Total. 211 1
137 121
J. Ludwig..
H. Kroder..
E. Ludwig..
E. C. Reiuem
Total 845 717 76t
Grand Total, 2381.
Philadelphia.
G.Anderson 131 148 125
R. Kift
J. Hahermehl..
145
\^
135
C.Longinette..
130
188
114
95
116
Total
814
m^
804
Grand Total, 2501.
S. Pentecost...
J.M. Gasser...
A.Graham....
1,
................ 79
s
H.A.HartT."!
44
«
Total
425
BOSTON.
144
121
141
D. MaoRorie...
108
16'
164
G. Sutherland
118
192
Total
762
786
831
Philadelphia won with a score of 2.'501 :
Boston second, with a score of 2384;
Pittsburgh third, with a score of 2331.
Individual Competition.
H. A.Tuck.r 80
J. A. Evans 93
W.T.Craig 94
R. Craig 116
G. MaoLean 1^1
J. L. Wildey '27
John Wpstcott .
C. W. Kahlert..
G. L. G-snt
H. F. A.Laing.
146
The highest aggregate score in the
three games was made by John Haber-
mehl, of the Philadelphia team, with 453
pins.
W. A. Manda having to leave, his place
in the New York team in the second and
third games was taken by James Logan.
The Cleveland team retired after the
first game, and Buffalo at the close of
the second.
The Shooting Contest.
The event of Wednesday afternoon was
the clay pigeon shoot between the clubs
representing Philadelphia, Buffalo and
Providence. Through the courtesy of the
home club or by their bad shooting, they
gave the visitors an easy victory, Phila-
delphia carrying away the honors with a
total score of 90, Buffalo being second
with 45, and the home club showing only a
score of 34 out of a possible 150.
The score by clubs was as follows :
PHILADELPHIA.
J. Burton 16
C. D. Ball ... 17
L. Ball 9
W.K.Harris 14
Wm. Taplin 14
G.Anderson 20
Total 90
BnFFAlO.
Wm. Scott
Geo. Fanoourt
Wm. Hastings
C . Hagenberger
H.A.Tucker
Emil Steffens
Total
PROVIDENCE.
Robt. Johnston, Jr
Sam. W. Lewis
H. F. A. Lange
Peter Byrnes
J. P. Dillon
A. M. Rennie
The Retail Trade.
Paper bti Mr. Thos. J. Jnhnsnn, read before the
Snciety iif American Florista at Priividenee,
R. 1., Augmt 1S97.
It is with pleasure we can note consid-
erable progress in our retail business — a
great improvement in the quality of all
flowers which we retailers are obliged to
handle. The rose, the carnation, and the
violet, have been of better quality in the
past year. The chrysautheumm has. I
think, reached the climax as to size, as
the public is now calling for the small,
old-fashioned kinds such as we grew in
clusters in our gardens. It is also pleas-
ing to note that the retailer does not
have to buy a grower's whole product in
enough yet for its extensive cultivation.
One thing in which I consider we have
made progress is the price of flowers at
holidays. At Christmas, Easter, and
Decoration Day good stock can be sold
by the retailers at a slight advance over
regular prices. I always contended that
it was a great drawback to our business
to get prices too highathoHdays.
We have also made considerable pro-
gress in the number and shrewdness of
our street fakirs. We can boast of hav-
ing almost as many as our big sister,
Boston, with no restrictions on them.
They used to be content to buy the sur-
plus or about-to-be-east-away stock of
the retailer; but now they must have se-
lected stock, perfectly fresh. However, I
don't think they injure us as much as we
sometimes imagine.
Little progress has been made here in
regard to quality, and price of stock.
One price does for all grades, both as re-
gards growers and retailers. The plant
trade has increased wonderfully, especial-
ly at holiday times, good stock always
Grand Total. 2384. selling well. There has also been im-
provement made in the growing of such
stock as an up-to-date retail store must
carry.
In concluding, I would say there has
been a decided progress and improvement
in all departments" nf nnr buBiiicss here-
about for the past ycMT. ,niil limv tlint
after the S. A. F. convfiiti.ni «.■ j..iii tin-
number of cities thnt h.ivr brili lnv,,iv,l
with meetings, we \v\\k- tlic result will be
a continuous increase Huanclally, so-
cially, etc. Thomas J. JOH.NSTON.
New York.
Market NewH.
There is very little, if any business.
The market is glutted with roses of very
fair quality, which can be bought at
2.5c. per 100. The Greeks pay 50c. for
the best quality, in limited qua.ntities.
Many thousands are unsold, even at
these prices.
Asters are a dinig. except for a very
few large whites, which bring 4c. to 6c.
per bunch. Thursday morning, at 34th
street market, the growers carried their
flowers home with them. The rise in
wheat has had no perceptible effect upon
the flower market as yet, but their is a
good time coming.
Quite a large delegation from this
locality left Mondaynight fortheS. A.F.
convention, at Providence.
Emil Zeller, Flatbush, N. Y., lost a
little child by death, the past week.
David Y. Mellis, Flatbush, is on the
sick list.
G. W. Ohver, Washington, D. C, on his
way from Washington to Montreal
missed connection and had to spend last
Thursday in New York. He improved
his time by taking a trip to Conej' Island.
Insertion will be given in this column
to all commim icatlons free from animus,
but the opinions expressed do not neces-
sarily rfftect oitr own.
Sweet Pea Novelties, 1897.
Editor Moris!*' Exchange :
Referring to my article, "Sweet Pea
Novelties for 1897," in a recent number
of the E.xchange, I desire to make several
additions and corrcetions thereto. In
my test of Queen \'ictoria. I stated that
it came a lemon self. I have since had a
plant from a later snwinn- conie into
bloom, which shows :i linthm of light
wine, which no duul.t is wh.it .Mr. Eck-
ford refers to when lie says in his descrip-
tion of the shadiug, "subtly overlaid
with faint purple." This shows that this
variety includes two shadings, the self
of which has met with the greatest favor.
Hutching' notes made in Eckford's gar-
den, when he visited it in 1895, show
that it was called a self.
While at Springfield, Mass., in July, I
was struck with the difference in the col-
oring and shadiug of some of the well-
known varieties, such as Cronn Jewel,
Coquette, Red Riding Hood, Mikado and
some others. They were not at all Uke
the shades that they come in the Middle
States, and it has opened up to me the
question of the" modification of soils and
climates on the colors of sweet peas."
which is the question I shall takeupnext.
Fifteen miles from Springfield, in the
high limestone country, the colors and
shapings come as with me. There must
which causes this variation of colors and
shades. The greatest variation was no-
ticed in the garden of Mr. Willis J.Eldred,
Esq., who will become a co-investigator
into this mystery. Some of his Coquette
like a very dark Mikado, no trace of
Sam. a. Hamilton., Sweet Pea Expert.
The Facts in the Case.
Editor Fli:rlsts' Exchange.
Every now and then a new plant is
brought to the notice of the craft, or to
put it more exactly, an old plant, or a
common one, is foisted on the pubUc with
a description that would make an ordi-
nary man go out and borrow the money
to send off for it. All the means of infor-
mation that he ordinarily possesses is
that offered by the seller, and verv often
the result is that the buyer gets a great
deal of experience with a small plant,
while the seller gets the money. Now,
what I want to get at is, that there
should be some place where the intending
purchaser colli. 1 m-t tlir f.-
without cc.lolilll;. K srr
IS to me that
..look for such
iuformatii.il. .iinl iln- \\n
IT would hail
witli deli-lii ,■! c.iiniiHMi
r very day de-
ITilili.ill or elllr-nl ■n.-x
■' fruits and
1 ,-1111 illnvril (,, llwikl- tl
■s,- ivniarks by
■,i\vl..Try-rasp-
berry. 1 iviul tlir lii-sr
■i|.ti..n ..f the
thing, sent .iff f.ir it, -..
it, and sold
enough to pav I'm- tlir .■
\prinlitnre ten
times over, Ijut tlinr is ,il.
.. nil. .tlier side
to thetransactiiiii. iiml it
is that every-
body who invested liism,.
on the basis of the ilrs. r
pii..ii was de-
ceived. That is enim-li i.
.■..11.1. ■am the
whole business.
are, that the " new fruit '
s ..11 therasp-
:, f....t high.
berry order, grows .iliou
has a flower on the oi.li'
berry, followed by .-i iii
t like !i rasp-
ful scirlrt i-..l..r.-il".nt tin
middle of July.
This fruit li.is it nil in its
looks, and is
not good to eat. Tim |
laiit is full of
"jaggers," dies down ill t
1.' winter, and
comes up by the liiiml
spring. The most cli.ii-i
nils tin- next
cteiistic thing
aboutitis tlio Avnv tlint i
spi-.-ails, as I
believe that linlf .■ /
-11 plants will
makethoH.s.iinls if hnli .■
.■liain-i- is al-
lowed them. As ,-iii ..
ii;iiiii.-iit.-il pot
plant it is all ii^lit, ami
lu-rt' its useful-
Now this sort of talc might pinch
somebody, the introducer
or the adver-
tiser, but it would be a n
ight.v help, all
and the experience in the
ness. It may be that only the feeble-
minded get the experience
but it the Ex-
CHANGE is not to staud by
and help out
such, like the writer, who
is going to do
it? Howaud Millee.
The Scotch Thistle as a Deco-
rative Plant
Writing in the July number of Park and
Ceniptery, Fanny Copley Seavey calls at-
tention to the decorative possibilities of
the Scotch Thistle, (Ouopordon acan-
thum), as exemplified at the Lexington
(Ky.) cemetery, and by illustration
shows, in a lesser degree, its adaptability
for use in indoor decorations. Regard-
ing the latter, this writer says:
" Growing Scotch thistle in pots for
indoor decoration is, perhaps, unusual,
but it proved a marked success in this
case for they were splendid plants and
singularly appropriate in connection with
the celebration of the Lexington Cale-
donian.Society in honor of Queen Victo-
ria's diamond Jubilee.
" The Scotti.sh
■mblem seems
to be well cli..s,-
a family i-i-s.-inl.
.llll'l- t.. s.
tional char.nt.-
isti.-s. Ti
stance, the i.riN
■ lii-.-iriiin'
ligi.l upright-
ness, wonderful
vigor and
independence,
picturesqueuess
a certain
scratchy exte-
ior that resents unwarranted or incon-
siderate intrusion and withal, the pro-
verbial kindness of heart is not inaptlj'
represented by the tender downy under-
surface of its leaves."
There are many Scottish societies scat-
tered throughout the United States and
Dominion of Canada, and the majority of
them have an annual gathering where
floral decorations are called into requisi-
tion. The thistle, as a iiart of such
adornment, would prove acceptable to
the Scotchmen, whose li.-,-irts warm to
the emblem of their n.-itive couiitrv as
much as to the kilt an. I bag-pipes.
Though the dati' of tli.-s.- - Gatherings of
the clans," ,i;-.-ii.-i-;illy (..-.■HIS in J.-inuary.
it is vei-y iii.ssil.l.- tiiat tin- thistle could
be forced int.. il..wi-i- tliat .-ailv.
Imperfect Glass on Roses.
In many rose houses there are a few
imperfections in the glass which, if left
alone, will burn quite a number of
plants. Probably only a plant or so
may be noticed affected in a house at a
time, but as the sun gets into different
altitudes the burning ray is directed to
others. To determine the location of
the imperfection we use a piece of
white cardboard. When held over the
plant affected the stronger ray is easily
seen. By keeping it thereon and mov-
ing up to the glass it is easily found,
and a little dab with the paint brush
ends the mischief. H. H.
August 21, i8g7.
The F^i-orists' Exchange.
763
SEED TBUDE REFOBl
New York — Mrs. M. A. McAllister, wife
of F. E. McAIliBter, lias rented the build-
ins at No. G9 Cortlandt street, and is
earryiuK on a business in bird seeds, etc.,
Bub-lettinn' snlliL-ient space to J. S. Garri-
son, assifiiici' lor the F. E. McAllister Co.,
for etoriiKi- of tlie stock of the company.
On 'rui'Biliiy,.Vii;;iist 17, a receiver was
appointed by tlie .New Jersey Court to
take charge of the affairs of the F. E. Mc-
Allister Co. in that .State. The hearing
to decide whether the assignment was
illegal will take place in the New York
Court on Monday, August '23.
S. B. Dicks, representing Cooper Taber
&Co., London, arrived per Campania on
the 13th inst. for his annual trip through
the country. His address is care of H .1 .
Godwin's Sons, r,o Wall stivrt, .\, Y.
The Tariff on Seeds.
I send you a circular — the eighteenth
which this firm has issued to seed farmers
and seed growers, upon the tariff as re-
lating to seeds. The bill was passed on
the liHd.
As you have published so much on the
seed tariff, perhaps you will publish this.
1). Lanuheth & Sons.
" The growers of American garden seeds
are at last, in the varying ilcgrrcs .-i.s in-
dicated, protected against fonigncniniii'-
tition to the extent of 4(i cents ;i hnslirl
on peas, 45 cents a bushel on hciiis, .•'.o
per cent, on small seeds, and 2.'j per cent.
on bulbs.
"The reader will note that while the
growers of peas and beans have an equiv-
alent of 40 per cent, protection on crops
which take only three niontlis from sow-
ing till harvest, that the growci-s oi small
seeds, mauy of which take lourlrcn
months from seeding to liarvi-st, are pro-
tected only to the extent of 3IJ per cent..
a very inconsistent and unjust discrimi-
nation.
_"The tree list comprises Flower Seed,
Sugar Beet Seed, Mangel Wurzel Seed,
Grass Seed, and a few extras of Uttle im-
portance.
"These partially protective features
have been obtained after much effort,
finally successfully carried in spite of the
persistently active influence for months
in the Senate of one of its members, hi
spite of the constant efforts of eert.iiii
seed merchants in this country — hi si>ite
of memorials to Congress and other
efforts of the agents of European seed es-
tabhshments.
__" Early in the game, efforts were made
in London to raise a fund to lobby at
Washington in favor of free trade, or a
low tariff on garden seeds, and in this
effort one or more Amei'ican houses were
implicated. It is interesting to note the
attitude of the seed houses in this conn-
try as respects the policy of seed gi-oiv-
ing proteetion— to observe tli.^ sill. ■son
which they have lined up— fill- opp,,li..lils
of protection showing liy their e.Miise
that their interests are as impoiteis of
seeds, and that they do not eai-e a coppi'i-
for the development of .\meiie,an seed
farming, but to the contrary, would lii>
perfectly satisfied to see seed ;;!■..» ilm, the
most teelinii'.-ll lir.'lliell of ,'l;;l'icnll ll re, lej.;-,
islated oul ,.f esislrl.rr, if ||i,.\ r.Hll.l ]«\y
abroad a lil He cImmpii-.
produced seeds grown in iOiii-opi', witii
the expense of growing in the rnitc^l
States under more costly systems i.f la-
bor, there should be laid quite i;o pi'i
cent, protection;— but this, though asked
for, has not been granted, and growers
will have to be satisfied with what has
been adopted.
^"Drawing a compai-ison of the duties
upon various farm products, the grower
will find the new rates of protection on
small seeds are quite .50 per cent, lower
than given to the ordinary products of
the farm as barley, oats, and potatoes.
to hop:
Any ordinary farmer can grow the usual
These new duties are
of an improvement in tl
all along the line, for wV
of sugar corn and vine t
require protection, it is
their interest that Ameri
of radisli, beet, cabbage
encouraged to continue their se<
tnre.
and be not driven to the wall by foreign
competition.
" The laying of this higher duty on gar-
den seeds seems to be the turning point in
a long line of disastrous seasons and
ruinously low prices— a ray of hope
pointing to future profits both to the
American seed farmer and to the seed
merchant.
,.'• Accept our congratulations.
:."Thi8isthe l.stli printed circular on
the seed tariff issued liv this linn since the
17th of last December, the c-ditic.ns rang-
at much expense of time and money.—
" D. Landreth & Son, Seed farmers since
1784."
European Notes,
Spinach.
Spinach is now harvested in very
good condition, but the yield is not up to
the estimates and when contracts and
the heavy advance orders are filled,
stocks will be in a very small compass.
The Victoria is fast becoming the popular
variety, and deservedly so, as the deep
green color of the leaf makes it market-
able when lighter colored sorts would be
useless. It has been vastly improved
since George Wythes, the raiser, intro-
duced it to Veitch & Sons, and is an ex-
cellent illustration of what can be accom-
pUshtd by intelligent and continuous
selection if a start be made with proper
materials.
Corn Salad.
The numerous inquiries for corn
salad reveal a very limited supply, but
the demand for this article is so fiuctuat-
ing that no great difficulty is anticipated.
Some French strains of this article de-
serve to be more widely known.
rjie ffealher.
The disturbed atmospheric conditions
which have wrought such disaster in
western Europe have now moved further
east, and troubled the hitherto fairly se-
rene composure of the German growers.
While, however, northern Germany has
suffered from the heavy rains, it is further
south, in Silesia, that the greatest havoc
has been wrought. The destruction both
of life and property has been very great,
more than sixty deaths being reported
ill one day, and many crops being de-
stroyed by hail and floods. In western
ICiirnpe the season is running its normal
loinse. Many wheat crops raised on
land intended for seeds have already been
dis]Mised of on the markets at very re-
nuiiierative prices and the probabilities
.111' that some of the best men will prac-
tically ignore seed growing for next
se.ison. Some bargain sales that have
reiently been reported are likely to cause
legiet later on.
Ml (', Cropp. of J. C. Vaughan, is in
Ijlgl.ind. El'KOI'EAN Seeus.
Middle Village, N. Y.— Marqunrdt &
Dloughy have dissolved partnership by
mutual consent; the business will becon-
tinued by Frederick Marquardt.
Brockton, Mass. — Carl .1. Dane has
rented the greenhouses of R. Ellis Eaton
and will carry on a general greenhouse
business.
John and William Pullen have leased a
tract of land, and will engage in the
nursery business here.
GBBPTIOHS.
Putting in the Soil.
The soil should now, or very soon, be,
ready to put into the houses. livery
grower has his own method. It mal lers
very little how the soil is brought iii.iiisi
so it is in proper condition. When tie-
benches are filled, be sure that you have
done all that was possible to have it in
the best shape. (
There is only one way to fill a bench
properly. Two mi'ii iii.-iv mit work ex
actly alike in filling .i he'ii.h. I.iit xvleii ii
is done their work sIkmiIiI piesrni ilir
same appearance: in utliei- ds, ihe
soil should contain no li.ird .iiid soft
places, but should beunitorm tlirnunhont,
the same along the edges asat the i-eiiter,
A grower's ability might easilv lie
judged from his method of filling liis
But the man whose w.nk is slovenly .ind
careless, revealing liaid liiimps .iiid soft
places, or too much soil in one pl.ire .ind
not enough in another, will c.ire I'm- his
plants in about the same way in which
he fills his benches, and he will invariably
be not successful, or only moderately so ;
whei-e the more careful one will succeed
generally.
How much soil to use on the lienehes
may still be a questiim .■ninniu ;;r"«eis.
From three to five iiH'lies I helir^ e, is ,-(d-
vocated; probably He- iinn.nii \ n-ei.inr,
I believe the latter de|, 111 i,, l.rihe si
satisfactory, providing the snll is what it
ought to be for carnatiims— neitlier ton
light nor too liea^y. If vei-.\ light soil
must be used. prolialil.\ live inehes would
be bettei-, aud if very lieavy, three would
be sufficient. At any rate, this is one of
the points which must be determined by
every grower for himself, as his soil may
possess some peculiarity making a varia-
I'he ide
ther and on acloudy d.i.N , .'
time the plants are not very ,nt
in fact are semi-dormant ; this .i
others, is the time they can lie
with the least injury.
Sometimes it is necessary t
plants in wet weather, and in su
more care will need to be exercisi
plants are then in very active
condition, and any neglect will li
tell severely on them. This is
larly so if the sun comes out In
plants have had a chance to fi
roots. I would prefer to lift pl.ai
the sun is shining, iirovlding ili
moderately dry. rather tli.ni lifl
wet weather. Weh.ivi mn
lug in this way with gnod i-esnl
work should be done , IS exp.diii
possible, however, in crdrr i
roots be not exposed Imieer ili.i
tually necessary. The ,|ni( lor tl
fer can be made i-onslsteiit « 1
work the brdter it will lie f, ,i t he
In lifting, preserve .-.s in.ni: .,f
as possible, .111.1 n.|;iln smi
The practii'e of sli.-ikin- ;ill .ir n
of the soil from the i-,i.,ls in old.
sen thelahoi is, in iin oiii ,11.
that bring on one will also bring on the
other. A lack of air and light to the fol-
iage and roots is the principal cause for
vvhich
r; this
. s. but
blowing, we
•s and doors
spray to keep
Foreign Correspondence.
ni;nitliei-as, hardy hy-
il others; while those
ish here are bush and
bush and standard
dard heliotrope, ger-
■tsof Ilremenand Hamburg to
much care and taste are dis-
take all the advantages of a
besides which artillciiil
rs are also kept tor sale
f stores and seem to find
seniles
v\ine-
• and
I .1 future letter I shall try to bi
III- > • readers thespeciul feature
the held or if thcy'wcretoo deep there, or sonai ideas in regard to failures of m,
the soil has been washed and settled horticultural and agricultural shows (
about them, do not plant bo deep. Let where.
764
The Plorists'
■XCHHNGE.
SITUATIONS WANTED.
10 cents per line 0
Cash with order. ThK
ton wanted a.
■olid, without display.
pLORIST. alpgle
near Philadelphia
GERMAN Kardener. middle age. slnjcle,
petent in all branches; 25 years' exper
(rood roae and carnation grower. Address
GARDENER, asslctant; Scandinavian florist,
age 24. 6 years' experience, wishes situation in
private Hardens, speaks english, references. A. C.
care Florists' ExchanKS.
E«^°i
; flowers, palms, specialties. Dane. 3i
lars experience in Denmark. Germany
»rla. tiwltzerland and Ui-ited States
Q. Nel3 Nelson. Box 335. Bordentown
designs. Comn
CITUATION wanted ai
^ mercial, or gardener
ences; Engllsb; 10 yea
C. G.. 2. care Florists' Ex
good refer-
HELP WANTED.
-WANTED.
A good nlgbt fireman, mu
and wllilng to work. P
John H. Ramsay & Co.,
WANTED
WANTED
amerolal place
I had some ex-
perience at Rose growing. Steady position for
right man. Address
Rose, care Florists' Exchange.
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
FOR SAI.E
Or To Let, two greenhouses, each 20x100 feet,
and one acre ot ground everything complete,
only 30 minutes from New York City by trol-
ley car. Inquire at Jos. Schloesser's Hotel,
Fort Lee, N. J.
FOR SALE CHEAP.
FIVE GREENHOUSES
AT RAMSEYS, N.J.
HITCHINGS & CO., 233 Mercer St., N. Y.
BOILERS FOR SALE!
Two No. 3, Style C, GURNEY HOT
WATER DOUBLE CROWN BOILERS, com-
plete. In use five seasons. Were heat-
ing 30,000 square feet of glass for Palm
growing. Offering for sale because we
are increasing our capacity. These
boilers cost $450.00 each. We offer for
$200.00 each, t. o. b., Eiverton, N. J. Also
one Locomotive Boiler, 11 ft., 4 ins. \
lire box, 3 ft., 9 ins., by 2 ft., 3 ins., with
28 3 in. tubes, 6 ft., 9 ins. long, has been
used for steam at 30 lbs. pressure. Will
sell for S50.00. Is in good order and
ready for service at once.
HENRY i.DREER.^'^sS^tr-'PHIU.. Pi.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PESTION BOX.
(127) Size of Pipes, eic— I have3,200
feet of glass that 1 de.sire to heat to 60
degrees. How lai-ge a flow and how
many 2-iuch retui'ns will be required? I
have" two houses placed end to end, with
the one next the work-room several feet
lower than the other. How should an
overhead flow be run and where sin >\i hi
theexpansiontankbeeonnected? b. Ihiw
large a coil boiler will be required? c. Will
it be possible to use a part of each of tlir
lower pipes as a grate ? Fue.mont.
—It is impossible to answer the above
ipifHtions definitely without knowing the
dimensions of the houses, butin a general
way 1 would say thatif theexposed glass
does not exceed 3,200 square feet and
there is but a small amount of wall other
than glass, 1,100 square feet of radiation
will suffice, and this can be supplied by a
3i,..-ineh main. Without knowing the
len"gtli, I cannot tell how much ladiating
surlaie will be supplied by the flow, but
supposing that it is somewhat less than
200 square feet, notfar from 1,500 hnear
feet of 2-inch pipe will be required for the
returns. It is best to run the pipe at a
slight incline under the ridge. The expan-
sion tank may be connected at almost
any point, butshould be higher than the
highest pipe of the system. Unless the
tank is at the highest point, place an air-
valve there.
b. If a IVa-inch pipe is used for the coil
boiler it should be about 5 feet long and
contain five coils each of seven pipes.
The grate should be about 2x2i/o feet.
c. The plan proposed for using the bot-
tom pipes as a grate could be used, but I
should prefer to use a rocking grate.
While some heat could probably be saved
that would otherwise be lost, I doubt if
it will afford as etflcieut heating surface
as the usual form, besides some special
arrangement will be required for cleaning
back of the grate. If a water grate is
desired, I should prefer to have it sepa-
rate from the coil, which could then be
somewhat smaller. L. R. Taft.
(128) Position for Return Pipe.— In
using an old steam boiler for hot water
can I use same blow off for the return
which goes down about six inches below
the boiler? Would this affect the flow ot
the water, or would it be best to take
the return over?— H. S. Bakek.
— There is no particular objection to
eutering the bottom of the boiler with
the return provided the opening is made
large enough. It is best to have there-
turn and flow of the same size, but al-
though it will somewhat hiuderthecircu-
lation, either may be slightly reduced for
a Bliort distance if it become necessary,
below what would otherwise be desir-
able. In other words even though a 21/2-
iiich How and i-etnrn are necessary, their
erticieiicy will be but slightly reduced it
they are reduced at the boiler so as to
connect with a 2-inch opening, although
this will not be desirable. L. R. Taft.
(129) Are the boilers tip toll?— We
have two steam boilers of 20-hor8e power
each, connected. One heats a range of
six houses 20x100 feet, five 2-inch pipes
to a house. The flow pipe on that
range starts as a 3-inch pipe at boiler
and is graduallj- reduced to 1-inch ; the
return is 2-inch, but is reduced to 114-iiich
a few feet before it enters the boiler. The
houses are 2 to 6 feet above boiler, and
everything works all right. While there
is oiie to three pipes on to a house, but in
very cold weather, when eveiytlring is
turned on, the return watei- wurit i-omr
veil.
A Constant Reminder.
laTS' Exchange keeps a fellow abreast
ind 1
lloilel
1 when all the
carry, while the piping could well be in-
creased. The use of 2-inch pipe for the
coils increases the difficulty.
Although rather small, a 3-iiich main
wcmlil have answered had the pipe for
till- coils been small, but under the present
c.inditions I should use a3M;-inch or even
would ,iu.-<\ver under proper conditions,
it would be well to increase the size in the
picKcnt case. The plan proposed by
•■ Heating"' should give good results.
L. R. Taft.
iiaoi Plan for Heating.— I would like
to have the best plan for heating a greeu-
honsr 14x."J0 feet. .') feet to eaves, and 8
irri 10 ridge, east side glass, west side
iliiiilil. iMiarded. lam going to use a
.Vo. lu coil boiler or stove manufactured
Ijv ihe .National Pipe Bending Co. I want
to use li/>-inch pipe. How many pipes
will it take to heat the building to 45 de-
grees? It is to be heated on the level, the
heating stove to stand in the house, at
the door. A. T. OwExs.
—About 250 square feet ot radiation
will be required, or 500 Hnear feet of 11/2-
inch pipe. This can be arranged under
the side benches, but I should prefer to
use a 21/2-inch overhead flow, with four
: i/2-inch"return8 under each of the side
benches. The flow should rise vertically
from the heater as high as possible and
leave room for an expansion tank beneath
the ridge. Then carry it to the farther
end at a slight fall, and there connect
with the side coils by menus of 2-inch
pipes. If all of the pipes are to be under
the benches place them as high as pos-
sible and use two as How pipes, and three
as returns under each side bench. Con-
nect the flows by means of a 2-inch pipe
from each side with amain flow pipe car-
ried up vertically as for the overhead
flow. L. R. Taft.
St Paul.
Bubinens Seasontlile.
While some report business unusually
dull others say their sales are betterthan
usual for this season. August being al-
ways the dullest month in the year for
the florist, and trade being more or less
flcklethen, we never look for anything
new or startling in the amount ot sales
made.
Funeral work cunstilntrf. tlir bulk of
nate in having tliat class of trade, must
certainly experience more or less ennui
waiting for customers.
Roses are in fair demand, with hardly
enough to go around. As usual Kaiserin
and Beauty are most in demand and of
best quality. Mcicor, I'erle and Albany
sell fairly
are still coniiiii; ill oi fnii- cpiality. There
is also a good snii|.l\ of such outside
stuff as asters, gladioli, coreopsis, sweet
peas, zinnias, dalilias, etc.. all of which
are more or less in deniand, a big bunch
selling for 25 or 50 cents, depending on
the purse of the buyer. Some fine lilies
are also brought in and sell very well,
rubrum being preferred to auratum in
many instances.
The season has been so extremely wet
that all outside stock has made exceed-
ingly good growth. The asters in this
section are affected by a disease which is
killing nearly all of them. The leaves
turn brown and yellow, and the whole
plant seems to shrivel and die on short
notice. We hear of it on evei-y hand,
while no remedy haschecked thespread of
of it. Can some of our eastern brethi-en
suggest a remedy ?
A look about town convinces me that
weai-e on the verge of better times; at
any rate most ot the brethren ace pre-
pii'riiig for them, and there is less com-
plaiuing this season than ever before.
lall.
,'heu (
boiler is strained to ii.iss so inuih sU-:im
through such a .sniali iiipe, ami tliat
strain or pressure rallier kcept* tlie >vater
from getting into the boilers. If that is
so, what size pipe ought our flow and re-
turn to be? Couldn't we take off the
strain on the boilers by putting in an ex-
tra steam main to connect with the old
system, say half way to the farther end,
and the returns in a similar manner ?
Heati.ng.
— Although nothing is said about the
temperature desired, I should think that
not only are the mains too small, but
that the boilers have more than they can
urge
of
building being d'
of house cleaning and repairing gi>iiig or
—a much needed thing with many, o
the more important building on hand. K
Behrens, on Kent street, has torn dowr
his old houses entirely and is erecting
and 85x15 re
bus
rind
, but
plan
who moved to Faribault a ;
since, are building two new houses this
.Summer and report a fine trade.
L. L. Mav & Co. are building a new
violet house 110x8 in size, and have
^y^^/%/%/%^/%,'
%''%/%^%/%/%^1
Hot-Bed
Sash
Tenons white-leaded. Corners
cured with iron dowel pins. Every
detail of construction perfect
Made of Clear Cypress Lumber.
Quick Shipments.
We have in stock and can 1
immediately :
3 ft.x6ft.,3 rows 10 in. glass
3 ft. 3 in. X 6 ft., 4 " Sin. '
Not glazed, 1% in. thick.
Delivered Prices
Quoted on application. State size
and quantity wanted. No order
too small to receive careful atten-
tion, and none too large for
facilities.
LOCKLAND LUMBER Co.,
v| Lockland, Ohio.
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r
Chadborn's Automatic
Ventilator^
CHADBORN, KENNEDY & CO.
NEWBURGH, N.Y. f
(!
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
HAVE YOUR COLLECTIONS MADE
THBODGH THE
nmUl FLORISTS' BOARD OF TRiDE,
SeGOfld-llaDil Steam Pipe
11-4 Inch, 10 tons.
Sound, straight, and long lengths. For
sale in lots to suit the purchaser.
CARRATT-FORD & CO.
No. -.^76 Franklin St., Boston. Mans.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
to 15,000 single stems in benches. The
new building being erected for their seed
and cut flower business will be ready for
occupancy in about a month.
Aliniit Town
We hear ot no one going to the conven-
tiou. The distance is too great and the
expense too large. We sincerely hope
Milwaukee may secure the plum another
year, and give the boys in the West an
opportunity to attend.
August Vogt has moved his store to
West 'I'hird street, the location fcjrmerly
occupied by C. D. Eltelt.
Hoitomt & Co. is the name of a new
firm which has recently opened a store at
N'o. 170 Western avenue North, the store
until recently occupied by Anderson, the
Hill Florist.
Krank Beiry, ot Stillwater, has bought
out Kuehn & Nehring of the same place
and is now running both establishments,
being Ihe only florist in a city of 18,000
Cleveland.
A from this city will attend
; vention. President Graham will be ac-
companied liy H. A. Hart as special aide;
I .1. M. Gasscr will be tlie advance guard,
leaving next week ton cimnoitre through
the East, airiving at Providence iu time
to join forces there ; the rank and file will
be numerous and will make a strong
showing. W. M.
August 21, 1897.
The F=l-orists' Exchange.
765
Glabra (?) and Glabra Sanderiana.
doslined to con.e to
Use. Their free and
r with the
itbleness of the bractB.on plants aud
would alooe suffice to render them
tlie soil be a ^oo(l loam with one-
iild cow manure and a goodsprink-
nf bouedust, with Home charcotil
ilddcd. T^lkrall sii,-l0«ariield aoo
200 Scott 7.01
_WI1I Exchange for 250 Wootton. 100 Perle, 50
FURROWBRoV," - ™ Guthrler 0 T.
When Writing Mention Florists "Ex change
I EDW. J. TAYLOR, I
t Wholesale 1
I Carnation Grower, I
» SOUTHPORT, CONN. ♦
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
I GRALLERT & CO. p
'CARNATION growers!
I CARNATION
8A> HATEO
SMILAX PLANTS
2V- INCH POTS.
32.00 per 100. Casb.
EDWIN ^. SEIDEWITZj Ready September 15, h.
36 w. LEXINGTON s(., BALTIMORE. MO. JOSEPH RENARD, Unlonville, "cu!" Pa.
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FIELD CROWN CIlBNIlllONS
and VIOLETS,
Harrison's White
CARNATION.
New Carnation, sport fromWm. Scott.
JOHN HARRISON,
739 Bergen Ave., Jersey City, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
LOOK HERE
tlun
e foIIowlnK plant
, outof 2mnch [
. application
A.paraeaii Plu
Nnn
1 Al condition.
pots. $7,00 p
TERMS CASH OR C. O. D.
C. NIERKEL &. SON, Mentor, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PRIMULl OBCOmCI.
Very flue plants, some in bloom, 3 In.
pots $5 00
Begonia Rex, 10 vars., 3 in., flue.... 5 00
Cyclamen Giganteum, 3 ID 8.00
Giant California Daisy, strong, 3
iu., floe for winter cutting 5.00
Heliotrope, Lemoine's Brilllai.t,
strong, bushy, 3 inch, immense
trusses 4.00
Begonias, Rooted Cuttings, Hun-
newell, the best Begonia out 2.50
Metallica, alba picta, etc., by
mail 1.50
GE0R6E J. HUGHES, Berlin, N.J.
Mentlnn Flo
RTPhancp
CYCLAMEN
GIGANTEUM
To color, i e. Wbite, White
>imson aud Rose. Fine plan
50ts. ready for 5 inch shilt,
uLved, from 4 inch pots, |16.0U
$17.00 per 100 ;
ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS
2ii Incb pots, tT.OO per 100.
Orders amoantulK to »5 and over F. O. B.. N.T.V iVy'
SEAWANHAKA GREENHOUSES,
OYSTEIt BAV, QUEENS CO.. N.Y.
JiS.C.CLAEK, Supt. I'.O.BosSi. Wn.L. SWAN. Prop.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SOBPIOS STOCK
of:
.00 Pelargonlii
nch pots 8.5
ROOTED CUTTINGS.
Mm. Pulluch
Terua Canh or C. <>. U.
8REENE t UNDERHILL, Watertown. N. Y.
A Potent Factor.
The Fi.ori-ts' Exchange is the most pott-i
factor in tbe florUfa line. w. H. DUBYKA
Maltltuck, L I., June 8, '97.
766
The F=i-orists' Exchange.
10,000 FIRST QUALITY FORCING ROSES I
Fully equal to those sent out the last four years. flrst-cUiSS in every respect. Only aele
from flowerinc .choots used in propagating.
•WOOTTON, I, A FRANCE. AMEKICAN BEAUTY, »BON SILEM
5.^tKM?' BRIDESMAID, BELI.E SI EBK ECHT, MINE. HOST
•GONTIER, PERLE, KAISERIN A. V., MIEKMET
pots, $5.00 per 100. • 4 Inch pots, 18 00 per 100.
J- L. IDILLOJN". B1003
METEOR
SUNSET,
•BRIDE.
Mention this paper.
LsTDTiarg, Fs,.
AMERICAN BEAUTY, fj
BRIDESMAID, PBBI.B, METEOR, BRIDE,
EAISKRIN, MERUET, LA FRANCE and
sn NSBT. \r} Bxtra fine lot of plants, 8)i and! in. pots
inVGrs PLUMosirs. c\lifoknia violets.
""" A. S. Mic3:4fi, Latemrood, New Jarssvi
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FARQUHAR VIOLETS
THOMAS F. O'BRIEN, Folsom St„ Rosllndale, Mass.
When Writing Mention Florists' Eiehange
ROSES.
strong 2)^ inch plants in splendid shape.
Yellow Rambler Aglala, $1.00 per doz.; $8.00
per lOU.
Cllmbtne Wootton, 75 ctB. per doz.; $6.00
per 100.
Canh with order.
JOHN A. DOYLE, - Springfield, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CARNOTS.
HOPP & LEMKE,
JACKSON « PERKINS CO., lil^^oS^
Will have to offer for season of 1897-'98,
a choice assortment of ... ,
Field Groirn Roses, new and old varieties
Clematis, Ornamental Shrubs, and Trees,
Fruit Trees and Small Fruit Plants.
Price List ready in July. Write for it.
Bride atliBniliisinaiOoses
2«lnch.,
olden°Gi
,.♦2.50 per 100: $20.00 per lOOO
-,^ -,_ 4 00 per 100: 35.00 per 1010
Golden Gati-, 2)i Inch 13.00 per 100
SMI LAX PLANTS 11 50 per 100
Cash with Order.
THE NATIONAL PLANT CO., Dayton, Ohio.
When Writing Me
Florists' Exchange
ROSES
Bride, Bridesmaid, Wootton,
IDIINTUM CUNEITUM,
Cash with orde
ROSES
American BeautT. 3 Inch pots perlOO, »10 00
3H •• •• 13 00
Bridesmaid, Bride, Perle,
Meleor, B .n sliene. WHtlovllle,
La Prance, Sunaet, Itlermrt
Price from 2M Inch pots. »5 00 per lOO; HO.IIO per 1000
3 " 8.00 " 70.00 "
SMILAX.
StronK. from 2M in. pots, $2.50 per 100: t20.00 per 1000
VIOLETS.
Marie Louise, L.nfly Campbell^ stroDp,
healthy stock, from 2H in. potB. $3.00 per 100; $2fi.OO
GHBYSANTHE^UIflS.
For Varieties and Prices, see April 2lth Issue.
New Trade Lisi on A pplleatlon.
WOOD BROS., Fishklll, N. Y.
"When Writing Mention Florists* Exchange
VIOLETS! VIOLETS!!
MARIE LOUISE. Pot erown, clean a--
healthy in every particular, $5.00 per 100: $45.00 per
1000. Sample plant. 10c. Cash with order.
^VM. J. CHIKMICK, Xrenton, 1>». J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
YIOLETS iD eUBPOHS
very healthy
>ray, AInaka,
GEO. H, BENEDICT, Yorkville, N.Y.
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YioLin MY mum
Campbell, Swaiiley -vtrbite, Kar
qutiar, Prlncesse de Galles, Cali-
fornia. Price on application.
FERD. BOUI.ON, SeaCllfl. L. I., N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VIOLETS
FOR BENCHING NOW.
M.Louise, Camphelland Swaoiey, fine strong:
2!^ in. Price, S3 do per 100; also 10,(100 strong-
field clump-! of California and Campbell for
Pall pliinriog: ask for prices. Smilai, 2Win.,
tine. $2 50 per 100.
BENJ. CONNELL, florist, West Grove, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VIOLETS
MARI i LOUISE.
,$6.00 per 100;
JAMES DUNCAN,
P. 0. Box 19. New Hamburgh, Dutchess Co., N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FIELD GROWN
PLANTS, strung.
VIOLETS=i..„„...
filseaee. MARIK LOVISE, CZAR, and
S'WAKILEY 'WHITE. $30.00 per 10(0;
$17 GO per 600; $4,011 per 100.
E. MCNALLY,
JefTersonCo. ANCHORAGE, Ky.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ROSES, CARNATIONS.
I still have a nice lot of Bride and Brldeamaid
Ruses, 3 inch pots, $4.C0 per 100. Will have the Unest
lutuf fleid-KTown Carnations I ever had. for 8ep-
Wlll also have a fine lot of PRIMULA plants of
of pot p1antJot°C AM pVe'lL violets".'"* '"^
WRITE FOR PRICKS.
CEO. M. EMMANS, Newton, N.J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PELARGONIUMS rraTTp-
rlOO.
i, in buds, 4 in., $3 per doz.
Selaglneila Emiliana, 3 in., $2; 3 in., |3 per ItO-
Lotus Peliorhynchus 3 in. 60c. per doz.
Cypeius Alternifolius, 3 in., $3 per 101).
CASH wri'H ORDEK. Address
JOHN C. EiSELE,
20th & Ontario Sts., PHILADELPHIA, PA.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Cincinnati.
No Boslnesi.
It m hardly worth while to mention
the word business, and while Providence
is doing more than politics to restore
prosperity (I don't mean Providence, K
1.), the florst simply has to wait until a
little of this " wheat" money begins tc
circulate and his turn comes.
GftroatlODB.
A trip to Murphyville tells me w*
shall have plently of good carnations
those in the field taken as a whole, do
not look so well this as last year; they
have not made the growth. Still, it is a,
question if medium plants are not better
for housing than extra large ones. At
William Murphy's I notice that Flora Hill
is far in advance of all other varieties,
and they have received the same treat-
ment as the others. Mrs. George
Bradt is a peculiar grower, branching
heavily , and with branches inclined to split
off from the main stem, thereby ruining
the plant ; at least, such is the case at
Mr. Murphy's; of course, they may act
differently in other localities, ilarrison's
White is a good grower and looks very
promising. Peach Blow is a very
strong grower, plants being nearly as
large as those of Flora Hill. One row of
seedlings looks well; they are showing
color, about two-thirds of the row being
white. Mr. Murphy is now cleaning out
his houses getting ready to commence lift-
ing. His soil is certainly in good condi
tion, and is prepared as follows : Early ill
the Spring ten tone of horse manure wa»
A month or so after the first plowing.ten
tons of cow manure was mixed with
this; the whole was plowed, harrowed
and dragged every two weeks all during
day thesoil is in splen-
The new firm of George & Allen hat
just taken a new wagon from the shop
This firm is rapidly getting ready for
business.
Frank Ball is rusticating on a farm in
Kentucky.
Allen Drake, with .J. Charles McCul-
lough, will be married on August 25 to
Miss Elizabeth Spilman. Mr. Drake has
the congratulations of all the florists,
with best wishes for a long and prosper-
ous lite. He will leave shortly for Florida,
where he will do some experimenting in
bulb growing, and have charge of an
orange grove.
On Saturday evening about 9 o'clock,
as A. E. Aldrich, of Springfield, O., was
returning home, and within a stone's
throw of his residence, he was held up by
four well-dressed robbers and relieved of
•¥50 and a silver watch.
J. Chas. McCullough, the wholesale
seedsman, is just back from Pittsburgh,
and reports trade active, he says the re-
ceipts of new grass seeds are unusually
heavy, and exhibits a sample of very
high grade orchard grass seed, which
he is recleaning for foreign shipment.
E. G. GlLLETT.
[In last issue, page 744. we, by mistake,
gave Messrs. George & Allen credit for
having ten houses. This should have read
e are cleaned out of salable et'-cb, thanks to
r paper. We intend to prepare enou .h slock so
n we give you ur advertisement again we will
it right through the year.
EVERITT k INSALL.
Balfimore.
Asters are coming jn in abundance,
the sale is but fair ; roses are improving
in quality, and good ones are more plen-
tiful ; the quality of carnations is also
improving.
Jottings.
Mr. E. Vincent, Jr., and wife are off
for the convention : they arc the onlv
ones from Baltimore.
Mrs. Fowler, widow of the late William
Fowler, has purchased ground on Erde-
inanu avenue. Mr. John Donn has pur-
chased ground adjoining this property.
TioletB.
The hea-yy dews are playing- havoc
with some violets. The disease seems to
develop very quickly after a heavy dew if
the sun strikes them while the dew is still
on. In order to preventthis, some of the
growers hereabouts cover their violets
during the nights with muslin or gla-s
sashes, which seems to be an effective' pre-
ventive.
Massey Bros, are trying to dispose of
their greenhouse on the York road.
Edwin A. Seidewitz.
Chicago.
state of Trade.
Prosperity, now so much in the air,
has not yet reached our Horists, but then
the Summer soltice is not a good time to
look for much evidence of so hoped for a
result amoiiK- tliji-ists, but let us hope the
Winter will end all our discontent.
Whili' the i-dscs are improving in qual_
ity, it must be confessed that all except
Kaiserin are hardly up to the average in
quality for the time of year, but the stock
is healthy if slightly backward, and there
will be lots in the market by and bye.
The week was duller in home demand
than the one previous, and inferior stock
hard to get rid of. The best teas ranged
from ,f2 to f.3. Cai-iKitimiK are short, es-
pecially whites, but iiiiccK reniain around
75 cents for the staiidarcls; there may be
said to be no fancies. The auratum lily
appears overdone now, and stock haid
to dispose of at the dollar a dozen rates;
concession is made by giving long count.
Asters abujidant but not extra fine, price
50 to 75c. per 100.
In speaking to one of the large whole-
salers who grow their own stock almost
exclusively, the manager told the writer
that in fontina- ni> receipts and ex-
penses, he fdiiiid till- month showed no
loss; this iiirlmicd tin- i-iitii-e expenses, ex-
clusive of (■( mi .<.- ni ,i]i,v interest on in-
vestment; il this is s(i. tliey should be
abundautl.v satisfied, as only roses and
carnations are gro\vu.
firomrsi
A trip to the Rein
Eeinberg .-iddiim imi
buildings n:id\ fui-
will take .it I. ,i^i
plants. The l-dses :il-
tion, the two broth*
125,000 roses planted
iwed Peter
i :J.-jx270,
IS. These
or 25,000
Unit condi-
ig at least
Carnot is
doing finely, and a regret is expressed
they did not plantmore; Kaiserin is also
very largely used here, grown along till
after the holidays, and then re-planted.
Hot water is used for this immense plant
and is considered chraiiei-. although
steam pipes, also, for use in extremely
cold spells of weather, are laid in .all but
the carnation block.
The FlorLsts' Club's next outing will
take jilace at Bassett & Washburn's,
Hindsdale, Saturday afternoon, August
2.S, the train leaving the Union station
at 1:30 P. M. A very large amount of
new glass has been added, and the mem-
bers will undoubtedly be well repaid for
a trip to this immense establishment.
W. E. Lynch returned on Monday
from his trip to Boston, where he was
called to attend the funeral of his mother.
His father has fully recovered from his
sickness.
Otto Benthy, heretofore with George
Eeinberg, is now with J. A. Budlong;
Thomas Hopkinson is now with Bassett
& Washburn, taking charge of the carna-
tion houses. Edgar Sanders.
Springfield, Mass.
E. Pelkie has rebuilt his houses at West
Springfield, adding new gl.-iss for roses
and violets.
B. J. Shaw, who suftered li.x 1hr lii-;i\ y
ins submerging his carii.-itions. thinks
they will recover without much loss. On
eotherhand. H. lii-out savs his earna-
3ns are dying from stem rot.
Joseph Beach, late of .SIkiw * Beach,
Holyoke, is about to build a set of green-
houses in South Hadley, about three
ilea fi'om his former place and not far
from the colleges. He hopes to hold a
share of the girls' trade that goes to
Holyoke and Springfield now.
Aitkin * Son and the Charles R. Miller
I. have repainted the interior of their
There will not be much of an attend-
ance at Providence from this section ;
business is very quiet. W. F. G.
August 2t, i8g7.
The Plorists* Exchange.
767
OTABEITE ORANfiES!
Bear in mind tliat we sliall liave a fine
lot of well-fruited Otaheite Orange
Trees for Christmas delivery.
Ghas. Ze!l8r's Sons, Flatbush Brooklyn.N.Y.
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300,000 Small and Large FERNS
roco8 Weddella
B. REDFIELD, - Glenside, Pa.
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»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦
t JULIUS ROEHRS, t
f Headquarters for *
[Palms and Decorative Plants,]
I RUTHERFORD, N. J. 1
^ P. 0. Address, • Carlton Hill. N. J.|
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Ferns, IflolBtsiosesanilSniiiax
Adiantum Cuneati
pots ;
Trtinsplanted Seedlings from
per 100 per lOUO
Blarie Loaiae Violets, 3 Inch
p..t8 300 2500
SmIIax. -i inch pots 150 10 00
Perle. Bride and Bridesmaid
Roses, 3 inch pots 5 00
Field-Krown carnalions; prices on application
THE BOOL FLORIL CO., Ithaca, N. Y.
■When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PALMS
AND
FERNS.
Tht LARGEST STOCK in the West.
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E STOCK.
Cyperus Alternifolius, i'^ in. pots, ready
OrevUIea Robusta, 2^ in. nots, ready to
shift. 40 CIS. per doz. ; $3.,10 per 100.
Smllax, 31^ in. pots, extra strong.
Aspara&:iis Tenulsslm us, 3>^ In. pots, 50 Cts.
per duz.; $3.60 per lOO.
Also several thousand Cbrysanthemums,
nice soft healthy stock, 2 in. pots. Our selec-
tion from good commercial sorts, $2.IJ0 per lOU.
NATHAN SMITHS SON, Adrian, Mich.
tVlicn Writing Mention FlorlBts' Exchane?
Buffalo.
rncit next
if greater
problematical.
Sports and Pa>lini
100,000 FERNS
1,000 FICUSELASTICA
4 inch potB, fine stock.
10,000 SMILAX
strong plants, twice cut back.
CHAS. F. BAKER. UUca. N. Y.
WhenWritine Mention Florists' Exchange
Thanks.
Yellow Marguerite all sold that are rooted
Thanks to the Exchange. HENRY NEEN ER.
QouToraeur, N. Y., Feb. 3, 1897,
■Dtt followers,
sufficient for
< liaiKlieap race: First;
111 yards handicap,
T, .siiatch; third, Wil-
■ds h.iiidicap.
handicap race: First,
P i.'o yards; second, A.
20 yards; third, P.
handicap race: First,
■ratch ; second. Jack
;i vards; third, Frank
liroken tires, and bent rims resultifig,
with fortunately no serious injury to
riders.
In one of these races, the contestants
crossed the tape as follows: First, S.Reb-
st.ick: .second. Will Weaver; third Alfred
,\ Slipper. ini|iromptu remarks, a
trdintinix i-ath of Sirs, rhristensen.
.\ sad bereavement is that of the
beliiyed wife Of C. F. Christenseu which
oieiirred ou Sunday last, after a brief ill-
ness iiieidental to a heart dithcuity. Mrs.
the husband, survive her, and to whom
the heartfelt sympathy of thecratt is ten-
dered. ViDI.
Clear Cypress
Greenhouse flaterial.
This with us means the best growth of Cypress Lumber and
the best grade of that growth; and from this grade all the sap —
bright sap, which only experts can detect— as well as stained sap,
knots and other defects cut out. Others do not equal our quality
if they do beat our prices. It is not hard to see the reason : You
can not buy gold dollars at fifty cents each. Experienced growers
know that the best is not too good and cheapest in the long run.
Lockland Lumber Co.,
LOCKLAND, O.
■When Writing Mention Florists' IKcbange
PALMS, &c.
An immense stock. PALMS -Ficus Elastica, Araucaria E.xcelsa, Pandanus
Veitchii and Utilis, Cycas Revoluta, Adiantum Farleyense, &c. All sizes.
Hardy, strong, home-grown plants. Will last and give satisfaction. Prices
moderate. Price List on application
CHAS. D. BALL, -
When Writing
Holmesburg:,
Florists'
Phila., Pa.
Nephrolepis Exaltata Bostoniensis.
In large and small quantities from $40.00 to |80.00 per 1000.
MINE IS THE GENUINE STOCK.
FRED. C. BECKER, - - - 1 730 Cambridge Street, CAMBRIDGE, MASS.
When WrItlngMentlon Florists' Exchange
FERNS and FERN SPORE
$1) UO per 100: apore, 85c. pei
nnnTnUO lart-'e leaved sorts. :-{ In.. 110.00 p^r 100.
^^_^^ per 100. All Id Bood condition for
EDWARD D. DROWN, - WELDON, PA.
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Van Weri. 0.
•'alls. Pa., is no
limited
vinter.
.J. W.
100,000 PALMS
pot high leaves e
Lntescens.... 3 lu-li 3-4 »0
A U- 6 ■ ■
.3 10-12
. 3 6-8
Cbamfflropp Excelfls. 3 ti-8 3-4
Latunls B .rbonloa . _
t35 00per 10U0..2!^ 8-10 2-:!
Latania B-irbonloa.. 3 1(1-12 8-4
Ph0B[ilxCanarlenBls..3 6-12 2-3
..1 15-18 3-4
KentlaFor8terlana.--< 16-16 4-5
W. J. HESSER, Plattsmouth, Neb,
PALM GARDENS.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
GlIIUIIIE BOSTON F[llll.
(N. EXALTATA BOSTONIENSIS.)
$5 to $25 per lOO. Prices on
specimen plants on application.
KENTIAS,
LATANIAS,
from $6,00 per dozen to $3.00 each.
PRIMROSES,
2'. in. pots, $4.00 per 100; 3':; in. $6.00
per 100.
RUBBER PLANTS,
WILLIIMt. BOCK, North GambridgB, Mass.
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FERNS
We make a specialty of small
ferns for the Fall trade.
Write for special prices on large
quantities. Order early.
JOHN SCOTT,
KEAPSTREEXGREEMHOVSES
AZALEAS!
PALMS, Etc.
For Palms, Aspidiat
please refer to our adv.
Exchange of May
and June 12tb.
BEGONIAS.
(Erect Flowering) Single Tuberous Booted.
About 1 inch dlnm., separate colors, $8.00 per
lOOO; $70-00 per 10,000.
$16.00 per lOOo ; S150.00 per'io 000.
Double Flowering.
About 1 in. diam., separate colors, $2S per 1000.
A bout lU in. and above, Sep. color8,$40 per 1000.
GLOXINIAS ^V.;flr..,.>
About »4 to 1 I ch dlara., mixed, JIO.OO per 1000;
$911,011 per 10,000.
About 1 Inch and nliove dlam., mixed, $18.00 per
1000; $160.00 per 10,1100.
Forcing and other Nlirsery stocks
grown in quantities.
OASN with packing free, except on approved
Credit.
ROYAL NURSERIES,
LOUIS VAN HOUTTE PERE,
Ghent, Belgium.
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768
The Pl-orists' Excht^nge.
PURDY & BLAUVELT,
Wholeaale and Commission Dealers In
CUT FLOWERS
UAIBEHHilE riEH FKOKtS A BPECIALT7.
57 WEST 30th STREET,
. & 6th Avo. HEW YORK.
A. & F. ROLKER,
CUT FLOWERS
53 -West 28tli St.
I 2379 38th St.
FORD BROS.
WHOLESALE FLORISTS,
111 West 30th Street,
NEW YORK.
I Cimslgiimaiita fio'ici-od. Telephone S
j WM. H. CUNTHER,
j Wholesale Florist
I VIOLETS AND CARNATIONS A SPECISLTY.
' Consignmeiits SoUolted.
30 West 29th St., New York.
) Telephone, 2300 '38th Street.
\ MICHAEL A. HART,
Wholesale & Gommission Florist,
H. A. HOFFMANN.
Wholesale Florist
44 W. 29th St., NEW YORK.
Telephone Call, 1658 38th St.
American Beauties. Carnations, White Violets.
CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED.
EDWARD C. HORAN,
WHOLESALE ♦ FLORIST,
Ho. 34 W. 29th St.. t
CHAS. W. McKELLAR,
WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORIST
Largegt and best market In Chicago. Constant supply of all seasonable flowers.
Consignments of first grade goods solicited. Complete stooi of Florists
Supplies, Wirework, etc. All orders given prompt attention.
Telephone. Main 1129. 45, 47, 49 WABASH AVENUE, CHICAGO. ILL.
ED. F. WINTERSON, Manager.
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CUT FLOWERS
39 Weit S6Sth St., New 1 ork.
Telephone, 214— 38th BU
PRICE LIST SENT ON APPLICATION.
TBAENDLY & SGHENGK,
Wholesale Florists,
38 VI. 28th St. and CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE,
NEW YORK.
Telephone 961-18th St.
^?"Con6ignments Solicited,
JULIUS LANG,
Wholesale Florist
63 WEST 30tli ST.
Consignments Solicited. NEW YORK.
FRANK MILLANG,
Wholesale Gommission Dealer
....in Cut Flowers....
THE NEW YORK GUT FLOWER GO.
119-121 West 23d Street,
I 12-1 14 West 24th Street,
Tileplio>e733,18tli3t., NEW YORK.
W'tien WrUiiig Mention Florlais' Exchange
JEpflS
500,000 Feet of Glass.
We can fill all orders ouatiort notice with all leading varieties of ROSES and
CARNATIONS. We are headquarters for fine AMERICAN BEAUTIES,
Give us a trial and convince yourself.
SALESROOM 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO, ill.
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SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, ^"l^oIPst':^
A fine stock o£ VAI.l.EY on hand throughout the Summer. Also a full
of all seasonable cut flowers.
ORCHIDS— We con supply ati-hort notice a lew cboice varieties, mostly Cattleyas
Uuring July August and September we close at 6 P. M.
1612-161 4 Barker St. Bet chestnut & Market sts. Philadelphia, Pa.
Local and Long l>i»tance 'Phone 5310.
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Wholesale Gut Flowers,
Florist Supplies. Wire Designs.
2714 Pranklin Ave., ST. LOUIS, MO.
C. A. KUEHN,
WHOLESME FLOSIST,
1122 Pine St., St. Louis, Mo.
A COMPIETE LINE OF WIBE DESIGNS.
KENNIGOTT BROS. COMPANY,
Wholesale • Gut • Flowers,
ROGERS PARK FLGilAL GO.,
OFFICE AND SALESROOM.
41 WABASH AVE., CHICAGO
Headquarters for AMERICAN BEA ' ~
C. W. ^VORS,
Wholesale Florist,!
313 N. LEFFINOWELL AVENUE.
ST. I.OVIS, MO.
FDTH ROSES— Snipped carefully to »11
parts of the country.
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August 21, 1897.
The F=ii-ORiSTS' Excht^nge.
769
IF YOU PARTICIPATE
In tlie return to prosperity do not forget that if we can take care of your orders during troublous times, we are equally
capable of meeting your requirements during prosperous periods. We are prepared for your next season's trade and
....WE WANT YOUR ORDERS....
Goods packed with care and shipped promptly to all points. A full line of CUT FLCWERS constantly on hand.
cminTieiis 1 spEciiin. comsibhmehis soliciteb in m ouihitities.
DUMONT & CO., Wholesale Florists, 1305 FILBERT ST., PHILA., PA.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange_
Wholesale Florists
JOBBERS IN
FLORIST'
SUPPLIES.
FLORISTS' VASES.
84 HAWUEY STREET,
HEADQUARTERS Ne:\rr. us
WM. F. HASTING, w""'"!''
496 Washington Street, Comml.«io
BUFFALO, N Y.
Also Dealer in Florists' Supplies & Wire Designs
GEO. A. SUTHERLAND,
CUirLOWEHSandMISTnUFFLIES
WHOLESALE.
67 Bromfield St., Boston, Mass.
City Hall Cut Flower Market
WELCH BROS.. Props.
,0 sell their own goods.
Flowers Shipped to all Po
...SEKiD KUR PniCSi: LIST,,
Buffalo Gut Flower Exchange
WHOLESALE COMMISSION.
481 Washington St., BUFFALO, N. Y.
Telephone. Seneca, ISG'J.
H. L SUNDERBRUCH CO.,
Wholesale Commission Florists,
4th and Walnut Streets,
CINCINNATI. OHIO.
Consignments Solicited. Special Atl
St. Louis
Gut Flower Go.
WHOLESALE
FLORISTS.
1620 Olive St.
ST. LOUIS, MO.
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CUT SMILAX.
Heavy 6 ft. Strings at 15 ots.
HAKES & SONS, 'W.^^
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I E. G. HILL & CO.. I
[Wholesale Florists, |
» RICHMOND, INDIANA. «
. . . FOR FINEST . . .
Qalax Leaves and
Leucothoe Sprays,
ALWAYS WRITE THE INTRODUCERS,
Highlands Nursery, Kawana, N. C
pn Writing Mention Fl
Exchange
FLORIST OtrOHT TO
IKSVRE BIS OLASS AOAIMST
HAIL,.
For pftrtlonlftrl ftddresB
lOHN Q. E8L.ER, Seo'T, Saddle BiTer. M.J,
Wh en Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
M. RICE &CO.,
Importers and Manufacturers of
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.
85 N. 4th St., PhlladelpUa, Pa.
CHOCOLATE COOLER CO.,
GRAND RAPIDS, MICH.
Manufacturers of
FLORIST'S REFRIGERATORS.
•'JKDOO'
X FIBRE and LIQUID are used and «
X endorsed by the leading growers. «
X Try tiiem and be convinced. 4
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-WELCH BROTHERS,
DEALERS IN
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
5 Province St
9 Cnapman Place,
Wire Designs, Wheat Sheavesj Baskets, Im-
mortelles, Cape Flowers, Cut Flowers, Boxes,
and all other supplies, at prices to meet com-
petition
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To be season
.tfiT
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
flnBGDS PLDinOliDS HHPS,
CatStrlDK'. 10 to 1% feel Iou£
50 ots. each.
Shipped to any part of the
ELLIOTT, - B2?igli.-b03=L, iMIass.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange^
The live Florist Is now planning for next season. Are you he? If so, or not,
do not overlook the assisting features that might go with use of a set of
LONG'S FLORISTS' PHOTOGRAPHS.
INTENDED FOR USE IN TAKING ORDERS. NEW CATALOGUE FREE.
Also a new and adaptahle FLORISTS' CATALOGUE of Cut Flowers and Arrangcmenle.
CIKCULAK ON APPLICATION.
DAN'L B. LONG, Publisher, BUFFALO, N.Y.
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Galax Leaves.
CHAS. H. RICKSECKER, Linville, N. C.
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GOLD FISH.
Fine Healthy Stock.
Medium to large size. $10'00 per lon. Cash
Gold Fisii can be shipped bv E.\pre8s thou-
sands "f miles with safety and are a profitable
and attractive stock to handle.
Full line of Aquaria Suppliei>.
KEENAN'S SEED STORE,
6112 and 6114 Wentworth Ave., CHICAGO,
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
DO NOT BE HUMBUGGED
'titations'TonrO'^E ^ ^M.K^LI.fE
else on the market. The oriKlnal and only SILKALINE
s made solely b7 JOHN C. MICVER &CO.,
S7 Summer Street, BOSTON, MASS., V. 8. A.
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Boston Florist Letter Co.
N. F. McCarthy. Treas. & Hanager.
..'«K:V BOSTON. MASS. »»"•£.''.«.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
770
The Plorists' Exchhngb.
VALVES and FITTINGS
VENTILATING APPARATUS.
SUMMER IN WINTER
By Using
Standard Greenhouse Boilers
One cent gets our Catalogue.
GIBLIN & CO., = Utica, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
I
Evans' IiproTei Challenge.
Boiler bearini, lelf-olllnii deTiia,
■ntomatto stop, solid link chala,
■ -MPKOVBD CHAi.
most perfect appft-
SSng
Quaker City Machine Co.,
BIOnuOND, IND.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
change of diet,
air, or cuauge ui uieb, au
Ti— to keep trade and hods
PIPE
WM. H. KAY, 42 Dey St.
M VALVES
JWhenWrltlng Mention Florists' Exchange
The Agricultural Drain Tile^SS v
j \
m \m natic GaUle VeVatoij
As It Is put np In the house complete. We also Klve you prices with i .
machine sent oat will operate rour house suoceasfnlly. Soil machines now made In two s
.4^* Q. "^;^7"OIjI^ Iastlca Glazing Illacblne were iilven
HIGHEST AWARD OF SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AT PITTSBURG, 1895.
Put up in gaUons, $1.00. Half gaUons, 60cts. Quarter gaUons, 36 cts.
Mastical Glazing Machines, $1.00 eacli.
Send for full descriptive circular and testimonials. AcenCa In nil the prlnclpiil clttea.
F. 0. PIERCE CO., Sole Manufacturers, 1 70 Fulton St., New York.
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The F^lorists* Exchange.
771
Established
1844.
Established
1844.
HITCHINQS & CO.
GREENHOUSE BUILDERS
....AND MANUFACTURERS OF..
Hot Water Heating Apparatus and Perfect Sash Raising Apparatus.
«•
The
Only
Certificate
Given
1897.
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HALL.
Office of HITCHINQS & CO., 233 Mercer Street.
TO THE FLORISTS AND GARDENERS OF AMERICA: New York, August 5, 1897.
GENTLEMEN: We are pleased to announce that our business of Greenhouse Building is steadily growing, and we have,
during the first seven months of 1897, designed and erected very much more glass than in any former year, not only for private
places, but for commercial growers who now realize that high class roses, carnations and other bloom, which command the best
prices, can only be grown in a greenhouse of modern construction, with large lights of glass, and a frame so designed as to cast
the least shadow and at same time to be of ample strength. These requirements are fully met in our Improved Iron Frame
Commercial House, and while the first cost of such construction is somewhat in excess of the old style wooden hruse, the saving
in repairs, and the improvement in the quality of the bloom produced, will soon offset the increased cost. We will be glad to
receive your inquiries for estimates for any new work or repairs you may have in view. Thanking you for past orders, and
hoping for a continuance of you favors, we are. Respectfully yours, HITCHINGS & CO.
HITCHINQS
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The Florists* Exchmnge.
papoiiU's Paw m Slug Slot WoiKs.
PAINTS, GLASS, PUTTIES, OILS, ETC.
ECONOMIC INSECTICIOES and FUNGICIDES,
AGRICULTURAL CHEMICALS and BONE.
B. HAMMOND, FISHKILL on HUDSON, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
DRAC/ENA SANDERIANA
plants I OUII AY Strong bushy plants, 2ii Inch pots
3 In. OHIiUAA $2.00 per 100.
pots. V4.00 per dnz, , p. rBajk^in Large flowerlnc varieties. Order!
nniC n ACTIPA InexceUentconditlon. wl-tmHI lO boosed now f.ir Fall delivery.
riUUO CUMOIIOn ein. pots. »100 per doz. ' Price List on application.
C. EISELE, nth and Jefferson Streets, Phlladelptiia, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
GALVANIZED WIRE PLANT STAKES "^°"' fp^aX '"^
RUBBER HOSE from 6 <;ents per foot.
H. F. LITTLEFIELD, WORCESTER, MASS.
When Writing Mention Florlsta' Exchange
>-tst.xx€Lsi.ir€L
'lo^iwr^xr
>0-tS5.
8«nd for our Now Prio* List with oMira discount*. All onr Fots, from 7 in. and upwards, havt
Snr Patsnt Eioolsior Bottom, which is a great advantage, aa It insurea perfect drainage.
A FULL L.1NE OF BUL.B PANS.
THE WHILLLIN POTTEEY CO., 713 to 719 Wharton Street, PHILADELPHIA
Kearney and Westelde Aves.. Jersey City. N.J.
Jackson Ave. and Peareon St., Lodr Island City, N.T.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
BRANCH HOUSES:
Largest Stock in the Country.
All goods up to date, and of
superior quality.
Send for Illustrated Catalogue.
H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.,
B6 N. FOURTH STREET, PHILADELPHIA, PA.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Afi'' )IIOSE'saGOODINVESTMENT
:he cheapest. To ascertain what a hose is worth, divide the coat per foot by
ears it will last. We are in the market to compete in number of years with
oaanufactured. Price 12ct8. per foot for J^inch; 16ct8. per foot for 9^ inch
3t for 1 inch hose.
F I have bought in twelve years."— N. Studer. " It Is fine."- E. Q. Hill.
-^ Address J. G. & A. ESLER, Saddle River, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FLOWER POTS^.-
We are ItlannfacturlDB a Fall Line of
STANDARD FLOWER POTS and HANGING BASKETS
OF THE BEST QUALITY.
Shipping Facilities First-Class, thereby Securing Lowest Freight Kates.
Our goods are well packed, and breakage is nominal. Give us a trial. Send for Price List.
Address THE SYRACUSE POTTERY CO.. 403 H. SAUNA ST., SYRACUSE, N. Y,
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
J
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FIBRE==Every plant grown in it thrives
without earth.
LIQUID==The best, safest and cheapest
Fertilizer sold.
., , „ . , THE AMERICAN JAQOO CO.,
U. S. Patent and '
Trade Mark. «" Fa.ra.ou^t Avenue.
PHItADE .^ A, PA.
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LARGEST AND BEST STOCK '
PREPARED CYCAS/fiAVES
TO BE F0I7:ND ANYWHEix =* '
Metal Floral Designs, Sheayes, Doves, Baskets, Moss V^ , Wheat, HllkTreeds,
Cape Flowers, Wire Work, and all Florists' Supplies.
Write for catalogue. Free to the trade.
A. HERRMANN. 4DUJ2 East 34th Street (Near Ferry), New York.
lAL DESIGNS, Imptrter and Dealer In FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
'^rltlng Mention Florists' Exchange
3VE .<^ KT XT XI. S3 .
Fresh and well rotted horce mannre. Manure for
luahroom growlDR a specialty. Excellent facilltiea
nr Rhinninwhv Ppnn'a_ R R , P. & R, B & O. and
Abernechy, Room 310.
SHEEP FERTILIZER
PULVERIZED. COMPRESSED.
A Quick terminator and Crop Forcei
HAHJUL. 0S0SLZ3B. CLZAH TO EAHBLE.
JOHN J. PETERS CO., Long Island City, N.Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SHEEP MANURE
.ned and prepared expressly 1
ill. 1018 Market Street. Phila.,
lbs, »2 60; per ton, 126 00. Ml
GODFREY ASCHMANN.
1012 Ontario St., PHILA., PA.
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SCOLI^AY'S
IMPROVED
PUTTY BULB
For Glazing Sash, Etc.,
PATENT PLIIliT SPRINKLER
For sale by your SePclsman
or sent, poatpald. (. t 8 1 . Ii 0.
JOHN A. SCOLLAT,
74 & 76 Myrtle Ave.,
BROOKL.VN. - N.Y.
SEND STAMP FOR CATALOGUE.
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DEATH TO THE INSECTS
HARMLESS TO THE PLANTS.
THE KENTUCKY EXTRACT CO. Columbus, 0.
SOLE MANUFACTUKF,R8.
Book of Directions Sent Tpon Applliotlon.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
STANDARD FLOWER POTS.
inch, per dozen
Standard pots of the best quality. Addr. as
HILFINGER BROS. POTTERY,
I FORT EDWARD, N. Y.
' When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
JOHN GONLEY & SON,
MANUFACTURERS OF
TIN FOIL
2 and 4 Dominlck Street,
NEW YORK.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
STANDARD
FLOWER POTS
yV. H. ERNEST,
station BI, N. E,, WASHINGTON, D. O
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STANDARD ♦ POTS.
We are now ready to supply a superiol
quality of Pots in unlimited quantities.
Catalogues and price lists furnished on
application.
A. H. HEWS & CO.,
NORTH CAMBRIDGE. - MASS.
BES
Florists.
LODISTlllK
WRIT Cored
TOBiCtOCO.
[Louisville.Ky
FOR MILDEW AND BLACK RDT
USE FOSTITE, l?7oa:'d„l'i.'o'S-.
Cu inncrry importer of plants.
. n. dUUOltN, BULBS AND SEEDS.
193 Greenwich St.. New York.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
NIKOTEEN
97 DOES NOT INJURE SENSITIVE
'•^ PLANTS. USED FOR rUMIOtflON
ORSPRAYINCINDOORSOROUT
If YOU W^AKJT
A GOOD SASH LIFT
For a Very Uttle Money Get
For Descriptive Catalogue Send to
J. D. CARMODY, Evansvllle, Ind.
When 'Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
, CYPRESS
' IS MUCH HpRZ DURABLE THAH PINE.
SASH BARS!
\t FIET iMUaNSTH OR UNfGER.,
IREENHOUSE
AND OT^ER BUILDIM6 WA'yERIAL. i
SeAhrDurWuitntti 6ooK
\ "CYP|RES)S LUMBERAWoh-sUjSES."
Send rortiurSpeciot Greef\hous*'Ci'ncul»r.
[THE;<^.X Sreaf^slumbeil- Co.,
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A WEEKLY MEDIUM OF INTERCHANGE FOR FLORISTS, NURSERYMEN, SEEDSMEN AND THE TRADE IN GENERAL.
?0l. IX. NO. 35.
NE\A/' YORK, AUGUST 28, 1897.
One Dollar Per Tear.
DECORATIVE PLANTS
ARECA BAUERI.
3 inch pots, 8-9 Inches hiffh
4 iQCh pots, lf-15 iaohes high
■ " ■ ■ ' iK"
COCOS WEDDELIANA
tS.OO per doz.; $15,00 per 100
$3 00 per doz.; $35.00 per 100
$6.00 per doz.; $50.00 per 100
3 inch pots
4 inch pots, single stem
4 Inch pots, bushj-, 3 plants i
3.03 per doz.; $33 00 per 100
5.00 per doz.; $40.00 per 1' 0
i.OO per doz ; $40.00 per 100
•2 inch pots
3 inch pots, 8-12 inches.hlKh,
4 inch pots, 13-15 Inches hiifh
5 inch pots, 18-20 iaohes hiifh
KENTIA BELMOREANA.
S leaves.
$13.00 per 100
60 per doz.; $25.00 per 100
.50 per doz.; $36.00 per 100
00 per doz.; $75.00 per 100
»ves, stocky
Large specimen plants, prices on app
KENTIA FORSTERIANA. ^,„^^^^^„„
$15.00perlOO
■.'.■'■'..'.....■ $<.60 per doz.; $d5.00 per 100
2 inch pots
3 inch pots, 13-15 inches high
4 incli pots, 15-18 inches high
LATANIA BORBONICA. „oooperioo
I S £ }fi5 lii^iis s!fac;^;i:;;E::;:i:;-;;;:;^^
4 inch pou P 15 inches h-fh^^^^^lX RECLINATA. ^^ ^^^^ ^
5 !Sch K if-is rcSIl hllh.;;.-;:;:;;.;;;;..:.:.....:: le.oo^erdoz.; $45.(;operioo
ARECA LUTESCENS. ^pirdo^.^lM^^er" m"^"' ' """"' "" ' "'"• *"*
GEONOMA GRACILIS. 2 'n^" pots $i5.ooperioo
LIVISTONA HOOGENDORPII. *,'EJ^peri5k;'fe'l.o^'V«V'^''' ' '''""•
ADIANTUM CUNEATUM. 3 inch pots jr.OOperlOO; »65.00perl000
ASPIDIUM TENSIMENSE. 3inchpote $8.00 per 100 ; $7.5.00 penOOO
ASSORTED FERNS. 2 mch pots $4.00perl00; $a5.00perl000
PITCHER & MANDA, Short Hills, N.J.
JOHN N. MAY, Receiver.
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FREBSIAS.
Extra sized bulbs, iiOc. per 100; $5.00 per 1000.
Mammoth bulb-s, $'2.00 per 1110; #15.00 per 1000.
BERMUDA BUTTERCUP OXALIS.
|1.50 per lOU; $12. OU per 11)110.
LILIUM HARRISII.
Finest qualitv, 5-7 inch bulbs, the most profitable size for general forr-iug. JS.IKI
per 1(10; $20.50 per 1000.
BERMUDA GRO^WN LONGIFLORUM.
5-7 iuch bulbs, $3.50 per 100 ; $30.00 per 1000.
^WHITE ROMAN HYACINTHS.
Finest quality bulbs, 12-15 ctm. iu cir., $2.50 per 100; S2'2.00 per 1000. In full ease
lots about 2000 bulbs, $20.00 per 1000.
Blue Roman and 'White Italian Hyacinths.
$2.50 per 100; $19.00 per lOOU.
PINK ROMANS.
i;2.(«l pi'r lOll ; $11;. 00 per 1000.
Large FJfb^vered Paper "White Narcissus.
Extra size bulbs, 1-1 ]
Selected bulbs.... i;^
Mammoth bulbs, 2-2
[.er 100; SIO.OO per 1000.
CALLAS.
in. in diam., Sfi.OO per 100; $50.00 per 1000.
12.00 " 100.00
ALLIUM NEAPOLITANUM.
75e. per 100; $G.00 per 1000.
For DUTCH BULBS, etc., which will soon be ready, see our Fall List.
F. R. PIERSON CO..
TARRYTOWN-ON-HUDSON, NEW YORK.
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^^^tmmsfjf,^^
r^ NO DUTY^SS
M? Admnce in Prices if Orders are Sent at Once.
HOME=GROWN STOCK.
TWO GRAND OFFERS FOR TWO WEEKS:
FERNS. 2i inch pots, 5 varieties, S3.00 a 100; S25 a 1000
COCOS WEDDELIANA 2* inch, strong. S10 a 100
SPECIALTIES:
Palms, Pandanus Veitchii, Dracaenas, Ficus Elastica,
&c.. &c.. &c.
Write, telephone or telegraph us, and our carriage will meet you.
SIEBRECHT & SON,
NEW YORK OFFICE: 409 5th Ave. NEW ROCHELLE, N. Y.
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Roman Hyacinth Bulb.
Roman Hyacinths,
Mammotli Freesias,
Narcissus P. W. Crandiflora,
L. Harrisii and Bermuda Oxalis.
PANSY S SEED
r- ll„ D..iu^ V»UGH»N'S IMTERHATIOHiLPMSY MIXTURE. ?;S'P,
' product the ■
We have facilities and
direct eonneetions with
growers of these bulbs in
California by which we se-
cure select roots, well cured
and healthy. For these
prices we \i\\i:
EXTRA GOOD VALUE.
Doz. 100
FIRST SIZE Wi to IK
celebrated Scot
yiujjian's ;j^GI*NT^ MIISY £lf JUl-;;.,|f H^'o^'S
mixture iDCludes the rIcbeHt reds, coppers and bronzes tonether
with the most dellcdte rooe »"d pink Bbadtntis, all tbe distinct
colore of Trlmardeau, the splendid Cassler strain wltb ltd delicate
and flnesV sorts. Price, oe. $5,00: Moi.%\.V>; !-soi. 76c.; pkt^'sOc.
GIANT 1 1','™?;-'.-;; ^X^l.'ti&'^-' « •" ™°-
PANSIES «•,",'£
In Separate ^irlj
Colors. I Coal
CHICAGO PARKS BEDDING PANSIES 'i'.^'jrPM'ioS.'
meter ■-. * uu »w w 'i ur. :iJc.; oi. |l.OO: 4 o«». ♦ 1.00.
"• "cn'Sr "■ yBOfiHBrS SEED STORE 'llrM
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SELECT, about IH to
1^4 m. in diameter..
EXTRA SELECT, about
774
The F=i-orists' Exchange.
Mioom Spawn
Freeh stock just arriv
MMItrack brand ia
tbat cao Ue produced.
the finest Spawo
Per hundred lbs., S8.00.
Jnrrespondence solicited from buyei
ge quantities.
Cane Stakes, Irmverim-.
Raffia,
Glay'i
Pill DO Our atocli is now arriving.
D U L DO uxy Harrisii.rreesias, Callas,
Roman Hyacintlia, etc., ready now.
WRITE FOR PRICES.
WM. ELLIOTT & SONS, New York.
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KENTUCKY BLUE GRASS <.POA PRATENSIS).
CHAS. E. PRUNTY,
MAIN AND MARKET, SASNT LOUI&
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GRASS SEEDS
J. CHAS. McCULLOUCH, SEEDSMAN, CINCINNATI, O.
JOBBING TRADE A SPECIALTY.
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We art Heaiqiaiteie aid SeclEaners.
RED TOP, BLUE GRASS,
ORCHARD GRASS, MEADOW
FESCUE and SUNFLOWER.
BERMUDA LILIES!
Crop is Short. We Have all Kinds Yet on Hand.
LILIUM HARRISII, LILIUM LONGIFLORUM, ?t'o";: Sl„%;
WINTZER'S NEW PEDIGREE GANNAS.
PHIL^DEL,PHIA, the finest crimson. niAIDEBi'S BI^USH, color of
l>a;break Carnation. Ar,SACE, ueareht pure white, and many other
choice new kinds of our own introduction. Write for Special List. . . .
OOasr.A.RID &; JOISTES CO., "W"E=5T (3-K0A7"E;, F.A..
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Palm Seeds...
From the celebrated nurseriesofD. HAY
& SON, Auckland, New Zealand.
ARECA BAUERII. immediate deliverv.
KENTIA BELMOREANA. September delivery.
E. H. PATTERSON, Sole Agt. for U. S. A.
204 Pearl Street, NEW YOKK CITY.
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LXCES!
ON ALI, KINDS OP
BULBS, PLANTS, Etc.
F. W. O. SCHMIT25, - Jersey City, N. J.
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CROP'^ MUSHROOM SPAWN!
Special quotations to large buye
j ALL KINDS OF BULBS. ^^,^^^-
i Hyacinths. Narcissus, etc , etc.
■iceson ttpplicatioi
WEEBER & DON, ^It, ""''■""'
114 Cbambera St., NEW YORK CITY
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r=BULBS=1
I CHtS. H. ALLEN, Floral Park, N. Y. i
♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»»♦♦♦♦
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BULBS
Romans,
Harrisii,
L. Candidum,
Freesias,
P. W. Narcissus,
NOW READY.
GLAZING MATERIAL..
Mastica,
Mastica Machine,
Liquid Putty,
Scollay Putty Bulb,
Van Reyper's
Glazing Points.
ELLIS & POLLWORTH, Milwaukee, Wis.
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Send Order QuiGK.
"Extra Fine
KENTIA Belmoreana or Forsteriana, delivery included per looo, 16.50.
Fresh Corypha australis or Seaforthia elegans, deiweiy included, F€riocoi2 75
^T' SAMPLES FURNISHED ON APPLICATION.
Send for our NEW PRICE LISTS of all Japan Bulbs, Seeds and
Plants. Also lists of Dutch Bulbs, Bomans, Valleys, etc.
LET US FIGURE ON ^OUR WANTS.
Address, H. H. BERCER & CO., 220t Broadway, New York.
Branch Office, San Francisco, Cal. (Established 1878.)
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FOREST SEED. |^«l«
Pine, Bale
Fir, Scarie
Seed for
IBO fitch
Maple, White
flCOO
SPECIAL BARGAINS IN PLANTS. White
Norway Spruce, 18 to 24 in. tatocl ' '
per loo. Double EDBlish Buttercui
Double Wlilte. Red and Pink FKonleB, strong
clumps. 112.00 per 100. Hydrargeas.S In. pots. »4.|j0
». Hellanthus, stronn clumps, »B.OO per 100.
GEO. L.. IHAHONEY'& CO., 8aco, Maine.
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MHHEMHCT
ILL BULBS INB PLINTS
For Summer and Fall Delivery, Quoted
at Very Low Rates.
HDLSEBOSCH BROS., Englevood, N. J.
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FOR AUGUST DELIVERY.
J. L. SCHILLER, Rutherford, N. J.
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Pansies Worth Raising .
NEW CROP SEED OF THIS POPULAR STRAIN.
CASH WITH ORDER.
G. Soltau & Go. 'Zfu'uT Jersey City, N. J.
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YAUTIER'S
MAMMOTH PANSY.
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NEW CROP SEED NOW READY
and KOld."— Boston-
GIANT MARKET and GIANT FANCY
STRAINS, in trade pktB., at$l each.
Printed directions with every package.
DENYS ZIRNGIEBEL, Keedtlam, Mass.
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PANSIES!
SEED f SEED
NEW CROP NOW READY.
ROERMER'S SUPERB PRIZE PANSIES.
Odier, Ca«9i(
he qualities of ttn
2S00 seed, 11.00; »6.0
White, Jf _
per packet. Plantfr
yellow
ready September 15th. Cash wi
PETER BROWN,
Wholesale Pansy Grower, LANCASTER, PA.
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ELLIOTT'S LITTLE GEM
D^WARF CAI.LA.
Nice plump little bulbs that will make ex-
cellent plants for spring sales, $1.C0 per 100;
$10 00 per 1000 by mail, postpaid.
Pandanus Utilis, 2>4 inch pots, $5.00 per 100 :
$40.00 per lOCO.
Rex Begouiai, 14 varieties, labeled, excel-
lent assorlment, newer sorts, strung plants
2>4 inch pots, $3.00 per 100 ; S25.U0 per 1000.
PAljM, Latanla Borbonica, strong plants,
from 2% inch pots, $4.00 per 100 ; 3 inch pots,
$6.00 per 100.
Rubber Plants, extra tine, perfect plants,
well-grown, ISIn. high, from 6 m. pots $6Rdoz.
The above stock is clean, well-grown and
flrst-class in every particular. Satisfaction
guaranteed.
A.B.DAVIS&SON,PurGelIville,Va.
(NearWash'n,D.C.)
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PANSIESII
THE JENNINGS' STRAIN ||S
Pansy seed ; new
ready, saved from the
doubt the finest strain in the market to-day.
The following complimentary letter Is one of
received every year
Buffalo, N. Y., June
■ Sir: The Pansy Seed
flrst-class. Send me one oz. of your oesi mixea as
soon as yeu are ready. Respectfully yours.
William Scott
Try a packet of Jennings' finest mixed strain
and you will not be disappointed. Finest mixed,
per pkt. of 2500 seed, $1.00: $6.00 per oz.; $3.00
per ^ oz.; 3 oz.. $15.00. White, yellow, bl.tck
and blue, in separate colors, $1.00 per pkt.; 60c.
per }4 pkt, postpaid by mail. Price to Seeds-
men on applicatioij. Cash with order. ,
E. B. JENNINGS,''°^ir,"Southport, Conn.
• ROWER OF THE FINEST PANSIES.
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August 2S, 1897.
Thb F=l-orists* Exchhngb.
775
1000 WISTARIAS
TO EXCHANGE
CHINESE PRIMROSE
PLANTS.
Primula chiuenals Giobrinta, extra stronc
rate pdlore %Xlo uer 100. FineBt mixed. 12 50 per 100.
Double Prhnuja, j^.^^'^jUIJ'^af.^'Ji EnsHsf/a™'
PAUL MAOER, East Stroudlbure. Pa.
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PEllllGOIIIUIIIS r*
Lotus Peliorhyncnus. 3 in. 6;)c. per ilciz.
Cyperus Alternifolius. 3 in.. $3 per 10 I.
CASH Wl I'H OKDEU. Address
JOHN C. EISELE,
20lh & Ontario Sts., PMIL4DELPHI*, P*.
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mniieiopsis Veitci.
POT-OKOWN SEEDLINGS,
$4.00 per 100.
J. KiDLETZ,''rt«'!"DonganHills, H.Y.
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CINERARIA
PLANTS
Ready (or repotting into 3 incli pots. The
flnest large-flowering dwart varieties. Per
100. $3, 50. Extras added to part payexpressage.
JOHN F. RUPP, Shiremanstown, Pa.
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c:;oss]VEos5
GIANT FLOWERED. EARLY BLOOIVI:NG.
New Calliopsis
Calif
Specia
ilifor
Apple
ranlum. fresh,
O.OjO seeds.
%*00 per 100.1 seei
r October Ist,
MRS. THEODOSIA B. SHEPHERD
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Prize-Winning
DAHLIAS
AH UNPRECEDENTED RECORD.
23 First Prizes, Certificate of Merit, 2
Diplomas, and tiighest mention everywhere
If you want the Very best Dahlias
that bloom, send for our 1897 descriptive trade
list now ready. Address
W. p. PEACOCK,
Dahlia Specialist, ATCO, N. J
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P. OUWERKERK,
1 1 23 Summit Avt., Jtrsty City, N.J
Just received from our Holland
Nurseries i
RHODODENDRONS, IZtLEItS,
SPIRCk JItPONICI, LILIUM SPECIOSUM,
rCONIES, BLEEDING HEART,
POT GROWN LILACS, HYDRANGEA IN SORTS.
CLEMATIS and H. P. ROSES, in th« best sort..
PRIOaS MOOIRATE.
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BOUGAINVILLEAS
Glabra (?) and Glabra Sanderiana.
Lhe Very tfroot lor Decirailve Use. Their free and
iiii>nthB of the year, with the wonderful durableuesn
Its can present such
THEY AFFORD
. ready Sept. let.
THEO. F. BECKERX,
N.VILLB ISLAND,,., , ^ _ „_ GLENFIELD, PA.
iT^SfoitJ
Yello
OalHle
ugs..
attlDgs.
Ilnrdy Husaiao Violet'a, iiam'ik'.
BlueSplriea,2!^in. pot.
(ieinCiilia "
P. Prolferam, the best fern for retalliDC. 50
Moasea, in variety 60
Smllax Seedlingn. transplanted. tl.OO per 100
Cash with order please.
A. & G. ROSBACH, - Pemberton, N. J.
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PEiGH AND PLUM TREES ud^i^K^r.ii,.
Reliable aad clean stock at loww holesale rates.
All desirable leading varieties of PEACHES, old
and new In fruiting orchards. Have the new
Triumph, Greeosboro* and Sneeil fruiting-
Buds can be supplied in season at low rates.
Very large stock of PLUM TREES all
) years- Buds
rcnard trees.
Burbank. Chabot. Satsuma, WUlard an I otjers;
aUothenew Red June and VVlckson in good supply.
Usual supply also of AHparnKtiH Rooth to offer
ALEXANDER PULLEN.MHford Nurseries. Mlltord, Del
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PfilMULi OBCOIIICl
Very fine plants, some in bloom, 3 in.
Begonia Rex,' io'vaVsV, 's'in.Vflne' ! '. '.
Cyclamen Glganteum, 3 in
Giant CallfoFDla Daisy, strong, 3
Begonias, Rooted Cuttings,
newell, the best Begonia out.,
Metallica, alba picta, etc.
WILL SELL, MUST HAVE ROOM.
3,000 SMILAX, strong and thrifty, 3 in.
pots, SI, 00 per IIX) ; $9.00 per lOOO.
QEORQE J. HUBHES, Berlin, N.J
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SIIBPLDS STOCK
OF
Mt. of Snow Geranium, 2^ in. pots... 4.(
Bronze Geranium. ^>4 in. puts.
Snow Crest Daisies, clumps...
Roses, 2!4 and 3 in. pots
Vlncas Tar., 2J4 <"cl» pots
Cyperus Alternlfoliii
POTTED STRAWBERRY m^
oooliefioir'
. Sharple.s, Tennessee Prolit
IslTtllis, 8
THE ELIZABETH NURSERY COMPANY, Elizabeth, N.J.
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CELERY PLANTS
WHITE PLUME and GIANT PASCAL.
C. 91. GROSSMAN,
CABBAGE
LETTUCE and TOMATO PLANTS,
R. VINGEMT JR. i SON, White Marsli, Md.
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100,000 PEACH TREES
All Leading Varieties.
8,000 Plum tree«. 1,000 Apricots.
10,000 Apple trees, 3 years % up, Ben Davis
and Yitrk Imperial.
The following stock will be sold very cheap
to ci"se out that part nf my business.
10 000 Norway Maple, Imported seedlings,
twice transplanted, from 3 to 6 ft.
500 Norway Maple, 8 to 9 ft.
500 Sliver Maple, 10 to U ft.
200 Sugar Maple, 10 ro 12 ft.
;100 Sugar Maple, 8 to 10 ft.
200 American Sweet Chestnut, 5 to 7 ft.
100 Ridgely Chestnut. 5 to 7 ft.
lr.O American Linden, 10 to 12 ft.
l.Ono Norway Spruce. 2 to 3 ft.
1.000 Irlsll .Juniper. 2 ti. 4 ft.
1.000 American ArborvitEB. 2 to 3 ft.
200Cut Leaf Birch. 7 t 9 It.
CI innpennDC o\k him, NrR^KRiEs.
.L. LURUSUUnr, Flora»«lo,JVdumsC.., Pa.
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H. P. Roses, Clematis, * * *
♦ * • Rhododendrons, Magnolias,
and all other kinds of Nursery Stock. Buy direct from the producers,
at rock bottoiu prices
Low prices quoted now on all Dutch Bulbs,
L. C. BOBBINK, Agent for the Horticultural Co., Bosiioop, Holland.
p. O. Address RUTHERFORD, N. J.
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ORNAMENTAL TREES AND SHRUBS, t
Roses, Bulbs and Hardy Perennials ^
In Large Assortment and of Superior Quality. 4
Fully believe that we can show more Ornamental Trees and Shrubs, A
and a larger, finer block of Hardy Roses, Hybrid Perpetual Moss and Climbers. T
o£ the leading popular varieties including the famous Crimson Rambler than m
can be seen elsewhere. We have 32 greenhouses, several of them devoted to A
Palms, Cycas, Ficus and Araucaria Excelsa. Personal inspection and corres- A
pondence solicited. Catalogue free.
THE STORRS & HARRISON CO., Box 6 Painesville
>ainesville, O. W
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TREES. SHRUBS. ROSES.
The largest and linest collection of General Nursery Stock in .America, embraeinj,'
Fruit Trees of all kinds, new and old, Ornamental Trees, Shrubs, Evergreens,
Roses, Hardy Plants, etc. In addition to which we offer tor Fall
of ls;i7 and Spring of 1K9.S the folUnving :
LEADING SPECIALTIES
CURRANTS— Cherry, Fay's Yoisaillaise,
White Grape.
GOOSEBERRIES— Cohnnbus, Downing,
SUPERLATIVE RASPBERRY-The best
New U.'d Rasplirny.
EL/tAGNUS LONGIPES-Splenditl new
ornamental fruit bearing Shrub.
CRIMSON RAMBLER ROSE Dormant
lield-growu plauts. Largest stock
in the country.
Trade List issue
August 1st.
Cor
My!RCHIONESSOFLOMDONDE RY ROSE
— Newest and finest white hybrid
perpetual.
HARDY ROSES — Dormant tteld-grown
plants. Superior to the imported,
■0 on request. Special i|uotatious on large lots,
pondeneo solieiteil.
Lemou Verbena l.'J.'i
Hydrangea!, I'ink and White!! !!'.!!! ... SM
Terms Cash or C. O, U.
GREENE a UNDERHILL, Watertown, N. Y.
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Ellwanger & Barry,
Mount Hope Nurseries. ROCHESTER, N. Y.
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776
The Florists* Excht^nge.
SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS
PROCEEDINGS
OF THE
Ttilrteemt flonuai GonveDlion
AUGUST 17, 18, 19 and 20, 1897.
PROVIDENCE,
R. I.
18, 19 and
(Concluded.)
A Year's Progress in the Car-
nation.
Paper read hy TTm. NichnUnii, Frawiiiofiam,
I have been asked to give a discussion
upon the meiits of new carnations as
seen from a commercial standpoint.
This, I can assure you, is a very diffi-
cult task on account of the many differ- 1
ent standards by which a person may be
governed. As soon as you put your pen
to the paper, you are bound to step upon
some one's sore toes, thereby raising a
hornet's nest about your head. But, in-
deed, you were only giving your own
views and experience, in so far as it con-
cerns your own market.
I think you will all allow, that that
which will sell in one market will not
take at all in another market. For in-
stance, " Delia Fox," which has won as
many laurels as any new carnation sent
out. Is a complete failure in the Boston
market, as a commercial carnation. By
this, you will all see that the discussion
of new varieties is a very serious task. I
will try to give you a few notes upon the
manner in which 1 have seen them grow-
ing; taking Boston Market for my
standard.
What is a good commercial carnation ?
I think the best answer to this question
will be to give you a synopsis of what we
saw upon our.pilgrimage to the Carna-
tion Convention at Cincinnati last Feb-
ruary.
During the convention, a great many
important subjects were discussed. You
will find a particular account in the rec-
ords of the American Carnation Society,
of which I hope you all have copies ; but
if you do not have one, you may receive
a copy at once, by becoming a member
of the society. These records contain
much valuable information to all those
who are interested in carnation culture.
I think you wUl all agree in placing the
divine flower in the front rank of flowers
for commercial purposes.
But to return to my story : there were
three weary pilgrims travelling from
afar, and being desirous of further light
in regard to the divine flower, thought
that they would travel west instead of
east this time, in pursuit of that knowl-
edge. After embarking at Boston, their
first stop was at Niagara Falls, where
they viewed with delight the grand work
of the Supreme Architect of the universe,
and enjoyed a delightful sleigh ride on
bare ground. Their next stop was at
Buffalo, where all members of the craft
are expected to call and take their first
" libation" with that prince of good fel-
lows, " Great Scott," whom you all know
BO well, and have heard so much from in
his interesting notes in the American
Florist. On embarking again on their
rough and rugged road to Cleveland,
they met one. Long by name, if short in
stature, whose company they all enjoyed
the remainder of their journey to Cleve-
land. Here again they had another ad-
dition, in the person of the President of
the Society of American Florists, Mr.
Adam Graham, of whom, I think, all
presenthere, willunite with me in saying,
the more we see of him the more we like
him. With him were Mr. Gasser and
other members of the craft, all looking for
more light upon the subject of carnation
cultivation.
On arriving at Cincinnati, we weiv met
at the depot by that true and couitiMms
" Sir Knight Gillett," who exteudiMi l.i iis
ai very hearty welcome. We wcri' cdii-
veyed to the Gilson House, to participate
in the deliberations of the American Car-
nation Society, and to enjoy the hospital-
ity of the Cincinnati Florists' Club.
The duties were many and varied.
The progress shown in the cultivation of
cai-nations was marvelous.
Of course, a visit to Mr. Witterstaetter's
place was planned. The expedition was
under the leadership of that fun-loving
and careful guide, F.riist Asniiis. We
-started out for Mr. Witlcrstin-ttoi-'s iilacc.
the guide being <:irclnl to chonsi' tlii'
pleasantest roads to)- llie pleasiirr and
comfort of his fellow-cral'tsmen. After
arriving at ourdestination,upon looking
around we saw Evelina growing in all her
glory. If she does as well in other locali-
ties as at home, for a white carnation she
will be a grand acquisition to the mar-
ket. We also saw many seedlings of
great promise, which if they stand the
test of trial, will be heard from later on.
After the close of the business meeting of
the Carnation Society, we started for
Richmond, Ind., to see " Flora Hill."
This time the expedition was under the
guidance of one whom you all know, as
well as one who stands in the front rank
as a grower and disseminator of new
carnations— E. G. Hill. His hospitality
knows no bounds, and it is a treat for
any florist to visit his place, to see so
ma"ny novelties and so many promising
seedlings, all of which were in such splen-
did condition. We all felt well repaid for
our journey.
I think, that it more of our brotherflor-
ists, instead of staying always at home
and grumbling at what the society is
trying to do for the best interest of all
concerned, would make atour round and
see what other people are doing, they
would, I am sure, find it time and money
well spent.
Our next destination was Lafayette, to
see F. Dorner & Sons' place. For a man
to say it is a treat to visit this place, is
but drawing it very mildly. The hospi-
tality of the " Hoosiers" is boundless.
It was indeed a treat to see the beautiful
seedlings, which we found growing there
in such splendid condition. As growers
and disseminators of new carnations, you
will all agree with me in placing Mr.
Dorner at the head of the list. I must say,
that he has some very fine seedlings in
store for us next j-ear, particularly in
white, yellow, crimson and scarlet. His
house of seedling carnations is a splendid
sight. The progress that he has made
in raising seedlings is indeed wonderful.
From what we saw of his seedling, Mrs.
G. M. Bradt, which was sent out this
spring, I should say that it is one of the
future fancy carnations. We all came
away with a very favorable impression
of it, as a commercial carnation.
On our return trip we en lied to see
genial Charley Allen, whom, I can jissurc
you, it is always a pleasure to iiirct.
Here one is always sure to timl llii)ij;s in
apple pie order, and carnations gniwiny
in all their glory. This is particularly
true of " Scott." It you ask him how he
does it, he winks his eye and points tn a
small 4x6 house which stands a little
way from his greenhouse. Charley is a
firm believer in night soil, and I must
admit I have been quite converted to the
idea myself. He has also something up
his sleeve in the shape of a new whitecar-
nation which will speak for itself later
on.
Dnder his leadership we visited the Cot-
tage Gardens, one of the model establish-
ments for growing carnations. To meet
and have a chat with Mr. C. W. Wanl is
well worth the time and a long joni-ni-\'.
for he always has some treasure in stun'
for you. Here we found a model system
of packing and shipping plants au varimiK
kinds of experiments, .-md I oliser\ril.
among other things, that tlie grape (niit
tree, (Citrus decumana ) was vcr,\" destruc-
tive to its crop by reason of its \ c■I■^
thorny habit, and ilnriiig each F.iM a
large percentage of the fniit was ruincil
by thrashing against the thcniis wlien
the wind wasiiigh, which punctured and
caused them to drop.
I observed also that among the Citrus
family we had one variety that was
orange,
On
be disarmed if thi
ered.
ion with this idea it
budoneacli branch was tin
bud is inferior and rarely 11
ding purposes), and tiiiid^ii
haps the use of it exclusive
number of generations niigb
desired results, I decided to t
tree produced from the first
less thorny than the tree fro
bud u-as taken; that is, the
smalli'r, and thus e iir.ige
I continued the work intotli
case, when I prcjdiiceil .1 t
thorns whatever, except
knobs back of the axils ..1
where the thorns iisu;ill\ ;ip
quent experiments proved
thorns; that is, 1
are formed back
bud; ami the fact
rietie
way
qjer
been coutined to this process, and I prefer
it to grafting, even with the rose, when a
variety is wanted upon other than its
own roots.
But it is probable, that with plants
that are easily increased by cuttings, siidi
as the rose, experiments mav produce
similar results if cuttings are rooted ;il
the heel of the branch and cut back so as
to form a new growth from the first or
shoulder bud.
I offer these suggestions for the purpose
of inducing experiments in the direction
indicated, and feel satisfied that the en-
jects our beautiful queen of flowers free
from her only blemish.
Novelties — Their Place in the Trade.
.\NSWKRED BY GROVE P. RAWSON.
The relation of novelties to the trade is
priiuitrily a matter of business — dollars
and cents; yet often a lack of senseis dis-
will always lie a iHi-ejuiial demand for
horticultural novelties, the spiritof which
is legitimate and imiiroviug. 1 never
look over a catalogue without being first
:, carnations, chi-ysauthe-
are offered as desirable nov-
are often characterized as
horticultural frauds ever
on the a,ge— and so on.
supijose the
lei-e are too
(list and eol-
ra rel.v reaps
established
ts are remu-
it will attract atten-
■r of horticulture, and
•lopment will ever be
inually increasing
Would Organizing State Societies be of any
Benefit to the Florist, or the S. A. F. ?
ANSWERED BY RICHARD VINCENT, JR.,
WHITE MARSH, MD.
not a leader or lecturer, I feel out of place
to stand before so critical an audience as
I see before me.
But liaving only been asked for sugges-
tions. I simplv give you niv ideas on the
Nubieet, if there is" anvtfiiu!; in them
i\v, fellowship, of
) say otherwise. 1
would be to have t
■ progress move l>a
ever calling men may engage, the first
step towards iudependence, advance-
ment, self-protection and defence, is the
union of seggregated individuals into a
ll.-iM ryesV llath not a
- - led with the same
I i -.line weapons, snb-
Iisi-,ises, healed by the
.armed and cooled by the
nd Summer as a Christian
ck us, do we not bleed '? if
do we not laugh ; if you
we not die? and if you
itional Society of
I, intelligent and
nd each year to
■^eiit.ifive charac-
iii dignit.v and
if other business,
w poKsessed.
s standard those
It. lukewarm, or
isand rivulets bringing information
iial aid, timel.v suggeston, friendly
Iieration, give volume and momen-
to the resultant stream.
ent chain, each one nei-i'ss.ny to the
completeness and streiigtli. to the etH-
ciency and force, of the national body.
which, thoroughly representativein cmn-
position and character, material and
aims, will give us a place eminent
among other organizations honored
and applauded for good work through-
out the land. Remember the fable of the
The following additional answer to
this question was made by Daniel B.Long
of Buffalo.
If we have found that during the past
12 years the state vice-pi-esident feature
entering into the S. \. F. is comparative-
ly a dead letter asfar asoperative results
are concerned. T liar
stage
forth
: said before having been a worker and into
Are the Trade Exhibitions a Benefit to the
S. A. F., and. if so. Should they Receive
further Encouragement from the National
Society ?
.Joseph Heacock of Wyucote, Pa., being
called upon by the chair, said that the
present was the first time he had exhib-
ited and he "had got enough of it."
H. .\. Siebrecht did not tliiid; tliat this
question should be answered by exhib-
itors; the boot was on the other li'g this
time. It should be answeied by those
who go to see the trade exhibits; liy
those who iii;iy i-eeeive any benefit. It
w .IS not for those who had to make the
e\liiliits. .iijil \i:\\ foi making them to say
whetller it belietitell tllelU.
Mr. Hageubnrger. Mentor, O., did not
think the "exhibits of tinware" should be
encouraged.
Nikoteen and Delicate Plants.
A question as to whether the use of
nikoteen was injurious to delicate plants
was answered by Mr. Heacock. He said
he had made quite a test of this insecti-
cide, and that it had answered all pur-
poses as regards kilUng green fly until
the weather got warm, and it was neces-
sary to ventilate more than during the
Winter. It was cheaper, more convenient
than tobacco stems; but when the
weather was warm, \vhen one wanted
to smoke, nikoteen was not so effective
as tobacco stems.
Asters Turning Yellow and Dying.
A question was asked regarding asters
turning yellow and dying oft in the field ;
one day the plants would seem perfectly
he.ilthy, and the next day they would
Siiretary Stewart said he had ob-
sei\ (d plants that showed similar symp-
toms, and when the roots of the plants
were examined they were found to be cov-
ered with " white lice;" he did not know
whether or not these " lice" caused the
effects.
Discussion on Changing the Society's Name.
C. W. Turnley, Haddonfield. N. .1.— I
look upon this proposed amendment with
disfavor. I cannot see the utiUty of it.
I look upon it as an inelegant superfluity
— this idea of an "ornamental horticul-
turist." Let us analyze the words. Is
he such a man as this: One with his
trousers tucked into his boots, a slouch
hat on his head, his sleeves rolled up and
a pipe in his mouth? Is that what you
would designate an " ornamental horti-
culturist?" Thecognomen of this Society
was well considered with mature delib-
eration by its promoters when they
named it the S. A. F. It has been ar-
gued that by broadening this cognomen
it will admit with greater ease the
gardener— this ornamental horticulturist
—if you please. I do not see that it will
widen the door in the least: on the other
hand, I think it is narrowing the door.
It appears to me that by the projiosed
addition we detract from our intelli-
gence: the phraseology does not suit
me. The ornamentation about the flor-
ists' business is of itself sufficiently broad
enough to receive an.v one into the So-
ciety. Why, if we attach the words in
the proposed amendment, there will not
be room enough on our badge to hold
the iiiiti iK v\ ' win need another leaf.
No, sii I - d to this, and I
hope til tills Society will
vote it il ... 1, i !:iiise.)
Mr. I '.si. I lie [IK ^eiit cognomen will
let evervboilv in; but the addition to it
will aid Mr.'Smlth to get n charter for
tlieS. A. F. That is all there is to it;
and ycm need not use it, if vou don't
w.aut it.
Mr. C.uile— In reference to adding the
words "anil ornamental horticulturists"
to the present title of the Society; as you
all know, the name of our Society at
prisent is broad enough to admit fin.\-
one; but Congress canuot sec, and the
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most eminent lawyers have been unable
to make them see that we are not a close
corporation for our personal benefit only,
and that we are the liberal set of men
which we claim to be. While we take
every one into the S. A. F.. whether he
grows cabbages or I'uses. or sells iVrtiliz-
ers, so long as he is an lioiKir.-ililr man
and claims to be honest. I lannot spi-. I'.ir
any reason, why tin- .-idililion of tln'sc
few words, which will enalile us to get a
charter so easy, should be any detriraeut
to the S. A. F. I have given this matter
a good deal of consideration, and fail to
see where the addition can do any harm.
William R. Smith— I can see no objec-
tion to the addition to the name, and
have not yet heard any argument worthy
of consideration. I myself can hardly be
considered, in common parlance, a florist;
but I think I have some claim to be an
•■ornamental horticulturist." When I
go before the connuittee of agriculture
and ask a charter for the S. A. F., they
say " florist, florist! what is a florist? A
lover of flowers; that is all that is in a
florist." Now, what I wantisto broaden
our action by broadening our name and
taking in all. I do not want anything
but ornamental horticulture; be-
cause the other part of horticulture
would not agree with me. The apple
growers and the cabbage growers are
not in our line. They are valuable. The
cabbage grower is a very excellent and
able man— a little windy perhaps.
(Laughter.) We want to keep within
our sphere. The name proposed covers
everything, and there can be no earthly
objection to it that I know.
Mr. Reck was understood to say that
the present name was good enough ; if a
man knows how to grow a shrub or
plant a tree, he had no objection to him,
or if he knew about those plants which a
former assistant secretary of agriculture,
had asked to be placed behind bars, like
lions and tigers.
A. Herrington— Personally, I am very
glad to see this Society try to broaden its
desires and seek to bring within the fold
all that are engaged in any branch of
horticulture: but it seems to me that
this appellation that you propose to tag
on to your present cognomen is not ex-
actly superfluous, but ridiculous. What
Is the matter with the good old-fash-
ioned, royal name of "gardener?" I am
a gardener, if any one was to ask me;
and why do you want to call me an or-
namental horticulturist? Mr. Smith
went so far as to say that the ornamen-
al horticulturist lived in a higher sphere
than the cabbage or apple grower. I am
glad to shake hands with the cabbage
grower, for I am a bit of a cabbage
grower myself. If you don't want the
cabbage grower here, why do you ask
such men as Professor Halsted to come
and talk to you about the root galls on
cabbages ?
Judge Hoitt — I understand that my
friend here (Mr. Turnley) has portrayed
in very vivid colors the "ornamental hor-
ticulturist." I understand that what
my friend Smith attempts to accompUsh
is simply this ; He endeavors to make it
as easy as possible, by a slight variation
in the name, to get an act through Con-
gress so that we may have a status and
a position. I understand that at the time
he did seek a charter before, he met with
varied degrees of success ; that is to say,
he has had the matter pass the House of
Representatives, and defeated in the Sen-
ate ; he has had the Senate pass it, to
be defeated in the House ; and finally, he
secured its passage by both branches of
Congress, and it was then vetoed by the
President. These are the conditions that
we have met. Now one great point that
ray friend Smith has met as an obstacle
Is that this is a trade organization. It
is all well enough for us here to say that
we are not a trade organization. We
know that; but the point is, can we so
convince those people who are to pass
this act, incorporating this society?
There is a difficulty that he has encoun-
tered, and if we are to get over that diffi-
culty b.v simply adding on " oraamtntal
horticulturists," let us do it. My idea of
getting over this thing is the easiest way ;
now he submits that this is the easiest
way.
1 may call your attention to one spe-
cial point which is indirectl.y connected
with this subject, and that is, What is the
object of securing a national charter? It
is to give US a position ; it is to give us a
status; it is to make us something.
Now, it you were to submit at the present
time to a lawyer as to what we are, it
would be an exceedingly difficult thing
for him to sa.v. We have no incorpora-
tion. If we would have an incorporation,
it must be had under the law of some
state, or under a law of the United
ing to such corporations. That being the
case, we must organize under the law of
a state, and there is the snag we run
against; because we are here in Provi-
dence this .year; next year you will be in
Omaha ; a year ago you were in Cleve-
land—three different states. A corpora-
tion organized under Rhode Island la"w
cannot hold its corporate meeting and
(lilt its officers under the laws of Ohio.
I'hat is one of the great troubles that
exists at the present time.
Supposing some person were to come
forward and tender .vou a legacy to es-
tablish some school of botany, or some-
thing of that nature. Could yon take it?
Who are you ? That is the point. You
say, " We are the Society of American
Florists." What is the Society of Ameri-
can Florists? There is the snag we en-
counter.
A national charter is broad. Of course,
by that charterweare authorized to hold
our annual meeting in any state of this
Union. If I remember the act it was so
drawn; was it not, Mr. Smith? (Mr.
Smith- Yes, sir.) That being the case,
it is an advantage and benefit to secure
it. Now we come back to the original
proposition ; What is the easiest way to
secure it? My friend Smith, with his ex-
perience—having fought this thing, to my
knowledge, for the last six or seven
years— sa.ys if he can have the name
changed to the "Society of American
Florists and Ornamental Horticultur-
ists," it will benefit him in securing the
passage of this act by Congress. That
being the case, can you see an.y objec-
tion ; is it detrimental in any way ? I
fail to see it. I admit I am not infallible
by any means ; but I do submit that it is
of no injury or detriment to us. I do
submit it will be a benefit in the way it
has been stated by my friend Smith. That
being the case, why not assume it?
Right here let me say that I am op-
posed to changing names; but I can see
an immense advantage in this case — the
securing of this national charter. These
are the points. If it won't benefit tlie
Society, do not adopt it ; if it will benefit
the Society I really hope you will adopt
it. (Applause.)
A motion by E.Cushman, Euclid, Ohio,
that the words " and ornamental horti-
culturists" be added to sectioji 1, was
then put and carried without a dissent-
ing voice.
Newport and the S. A. F. Con-
vention.
The Society of American Florists, in
the course of its annual pilgrimages, has
met with warm and hospitable receptions
everywhere, but the welcome has been
most cordial and effective where the pri-
vate gardener was to be met in force.
Boston, inl890,gave theSociet.y a recep-
tion never to be forgotten, but Newport,
in 1897, has outdone every previous
effort by any club or city, and the fra-
ternity at and craft of that old town have
crowned themselves with glory forever as
hosts whose hospitality was unbounded,
and whose every intent to please and en-
tertain was carried out without hitch or
flaw.
When it became known that theS. A. F.
was to meet in Providence, R. I., in
August of this year, it was agreed that
the fourth or outing day of the Society
would be placed in the charge* of the fra-
ternity at Newport, anil to meet the case
a society was fornieil .anil named the
Florists' and danleners' I'luhand Asso-
ciates; the leaders ill the k'ooiI work at
once placed their shoulders to the wheel
and finally, after the struggle and anxiety
always attendant upon an effort of this
kind, every preparation was completed
and all that remained was to pray for a
glorious day of sunshine, which, too, was
granted.
The committee from the .VewportClub,
having the reception in charge Avere: A.
K. McMahon, chairman; J. J. Butler,
secretary: John Allan, treasurer; Robert
Christie, Alderman B. F. Tanner, John
Gibson, Richard Gardner, Hermann
Lipse, A. MacLellan, Robert Hunnick, Dr.
Bradley, G. B. Reynolds, James Hovey,
A. M. (Jhase, James McLeish, Andrew
Meikle, Carl Jurgens, and A. Brandt, and
all the members of the club were expected
to assist in making the stay of the visit-
ors pleasant. At the tent the ladies of
the party were met by a reception com-
mittee.
Down the charming Bay of Narragan-
sett came the dandy excursion steamer.
Day Star, loaded with visitors, the Prov-
idence Florists' Club escortina ami earing
for the members of the S. A. F. until the
pier at Newport was readied. The
steamerunioaded 640 peopleonthe dock,
including a live baud (the Hedley-Levsey)
of 24 performers. At this point we
were greeted by the committee of the
local club ; drags, stages, wagonettes,
barges, coaches, and private turnouts to
the number of 58 met the delegates, and
soon in perfect order and good fellowship,
under the direction of A. K. McMahon
and George I'. Lawton, all the convey-
ances were filled, and the ten or twelve
mile drive, the first item on the program,
was inaugurated. The route lay through
the avenues and streets most renowned
for their horticultural interest, and soon
as Pelham street was reached the signs
of the art which has made Newport fa-
mous and many notable illustrations of
which were furnished in a recent issue of
Florists' Exchange, became conspicu-
ous. The route was on past Spring
street, Touro Park, and the Old Stone
Mill, along Bellevue, Narragansett and
Ochre Point avenues, the entrance to the
Cornelius Vanderbilt estate, thence liy
way of Victoria and Lawrence avenues
to Senator Wetmore's estate, diivinj;-
through tlie grounds. The route then
lav along the Ocean drive to •■ Indian
Well," Mrs. J. R. Rusk's place, where the
group was photographed by Mr. Frank
H. Child.
Till- entire Ocean drive was t ken in,
and the party then drove to the beach,
where cati'ier D. B. Allen had a large
tent, 150x110 feet, erected on the lot next
to his pavilion, arranged to seat 735 peo-
ple at theonetime. HerearegularRhode
Island clambake with all the concomi-
tants was served at 3 o'clock. The tent
was tastefully decorated with American
flags, plants and cut flowers, which, with
the grass for a carpet, and the snowy
white tent and tablecloths, made a very
pretty picture.
On alighting the party was pleasantly
surprised to find a committee of ladies
awaiting their coming. These were:
Miss Amelia J. Tanner, chairman; Mrs.
A. K. McMahon, Mrs. J. J. Butler, Mrs.
Gardiner K. Reynolds, Miss Reynolds,
Mrs. .James Hovey, Mrs, Alexander Mac-
Lellan, Mrs. Thomas Gibson, Mrs. Rob-
ert Hunnick. Mrs. Hermann Lipse, Mrs.
John -Allan, Mrs. James McLeish. Miss
McLeish, Miss Jurgens, Miss Jessie Bu-
chanan, Miss Margie Tanner, Miss Hodg-
son, Miss Bluck, and Miss Craig.
After the unests had been seated, and
before nialdiiLi an onslaught on the
temptiiii; vi.inils. the president of the
local dull. .Mr. .\. 1\. McMahon, made a
short speech ui welcome and direction, in
which, amongst other good things, he
said :
He was glad to have the S. A. F. visit
Newport and the capital of Rhode
Island. To provide for this reception
they had organized the Florists' and Gar-
deners' Club and Associates. We have
enjoy every moment of time during their
stay. I'resident McMahon assured his
hearers that the after-dinner speeches
would be short and few in number, and
at the close of these the presentation of
prizes won in the shooting and bowling
contests would be made. He wished all a
pleasant time and that the reception
would promote pleasant recollections of
Newport and the visiitors be glad to come
again. The guests then went at the din-
ner with a hearty good will, after which
speeches were in order.
The Mayor of Newport, Hon. Patrick
Boyle, was received with great enthusi-
asiii. The Mayor said he ctould scarcely
find Avords to give expression to his
plciisure and delight at this meeting.
.Newport was the garden of America. It
was very opportune for the S. \. F. to
meet here and he would have liked to
have welcomed the S. A. F. at the gates
of tlie city. He assured his hearers that
the peoiiie of Newport appreciated the
visit of the S. A. F. to that city. New-
port people were celebrated for their
iiiodesty, consequently he would not
take up any more of the time.
Judge Hoitt was called upon to answer
the Mayor's welcome. The judge was in
good oratorical humor and made a very
taking speech. He said he was called
upon to perform a duty pleasant yet
severe. Pleasant as receiving the free-
dom of the city from the Mayor, and
severe because he was called upon to
make this effort so soon after dinner. He
would accept on behalf of the Society the
invitation to stay a week given by the
Mayor ; he was equal to any emergency,
when the emergency was one of this na-
ture. Florists liked to be surrounded by
water when they did not have to take it
themselves. The trip had proven most
enjoyable, nothing could have been better
arranged or more thoroughly carried
out. The florists were ready to come
again, whenever invited, as per the
Mayor. In closing. Judge Hoittthanked
each and all who had contributed so
largely to the entertainment of the day.
Here President McMahon interposed a
word to say that his Society had been
heartily supported in their efforts to pro-
vide for their guests through the liberal-
ity of tlie citizens of Newport.
The lion. John P. Sanborn, editor of
the .\ewport Mercury, was then called
upon and made a very witty speech. The
imbibe the 1
often and sta.v long. If the Society would
hold its next meeting in Newport, he
would guarantee to raise all the funds
necessary, and would provide accommo-
dation ami entertainment equal to that
whidi any city had ever furnished. In
dosiiif; lie repeated his invitation to
eome again and stay longer the next
time. (The uewspaper of which Mr. San-
horn is the present editor, the Newport
Men my, is one oftheoldest in the United
States.'having been established in 1758.)
Mr, McMahon then proposed a toast
to the retiring president, Adam Graham,
stating as a reason for brevity that the
eloquence of the preceding gentlemen and
their handsome countenances embar-
rassed his speech in comparison with
them.
In rising to respond to the toast Presi-
dent Graham said he recogiiized the hon-
or which had been conferred upon him, he
knew not why, and recognized his inca^
pacity to other men surrounding him;
tliere were dozens of men better able to
fill the position which had been bestowed
upon him. In the course of his duty,
however, he had received such generous
support that his path had been strewn
with roses, de-thorned, and his duties
had been rendered far easier than he had
expected. This had been one of the best
conventions in years. Our Providence '
friends had treated us royally. (Three
cheers were here given for Providence.)
The work accomplished by this conven-
tion was better than had been the case in
the last four or five years. He desired to
thank his executive committee for their
support. The trade and gardening fra-
ternity in Newport had done mudi better
than could have been ex]iecteil, even
from such friends as dwelt in Ne\A-port,
He asked for incoming I'lesident W. F.
Gude the same consideratinn as had been
shown him. The election of this gentle-
man was aiiiirniiriate, as we were now
going to iiiiii;;le with the vrning blood of
the AVest— we would give tlie colts a
chance to see what they could nccomphsh
in the wild and woolly West.
Uproarious calls were then made for a
speech from Mr. Gude. ^ That gentleman
August 28, 1897.
The Florists* Exchange.
779
Ilorticulturi
\\ R Smith s conception
„puei il 1 n
ieali?e tht
still (li7e(
The Societ
thought 01
Omah 1
John Uesttott (m au asiUt)— Ihis 1
goodie bo-s
Thiet cheers were here given for \\
(.udt mil Wahhinston
Ml \kM ihdii
He admiied tht
hlHlR HI IS to „i
lhe\ wiie thi 01
the busiiims 1
tmii «iii 111 mil I I ^i 11
iiid't'""M" l' hi \' \i \\ '""lUottcd th^e
(hhtiihiiti II il till 11"-- lorthefiiBt
tveut Mi Mav i illi il upon Ml Craio' to
make the presentation
Mi Craiff Haid Mi May has handed t
me a token of regard and eBteeni to li
given oui retiring puHident I'uthiht h
must „ni I \i iihsi III h
eBtetin to Ml di iham tiom e\ei\ mem
ber of the Society toi eveiv member is his
liiend
Tht audituce then sang ' I oi he s a
followed bj thi
\dam biahain
using to lespou
had L iriied the audiemes of a \^ illiam J
Bi ^ in b\ storm dud which sifted men
«ithth «ih ploquonci of n ^h^n((llOI
to his ltelin„s
beautiful tok 1
had piesenti 1 I
I lilt ind chei
II II II 1 lit too nth
It I I I thiH token
\ isiiv t iiiit lu liiiu he would
t H) pool to part w ith it, and
11 It they honored their father
Id the giftfoie^ er My fiiende
\ th ink you
t tonsisttd ot a „old w itth i I
thi
ited
luditi
biaha
ItlphiaMr Westtot
I siiond to: thi firs
tmj: tompctitiou
t luse his tt im had
betduse it had been s
Mr (jreoige Tanto
lespon led toi Buffil
tilt SI I ond pi 171 1 sil
The first individual prize for shoo
fell to Mr G MacLean consisting <
\tn h indsome diessing case J
ii„e cup— went to Philadtl
ise behalt Mr Westcott 11
this time Mr May did not
1 e
(t smith It ilthough he wss
I ml hi « IS 11 ,t a talker
I III I « . kei The
1 \ s I I 1 w 1 ki d hard to
Ml s 11 , I, iiktd two
M I I s| I 1 I d( a bright speech on
III 1 tl I ston team, who won
s I I ] 11/ ( I Hihtr cup given by T I
(■i(\) BaMn„ h( wasthaukful I'hiladtl
phia had given them a chance to win
hometliing
Mr May then said that tlieiewasbut
V IS to thank
till Iloiists
\\Ioit( lub
It thit had
1 lih was pithtnted i feolil I 11
iitique design set with a dianiom
Litti the speeches and piesent it
I litn tontluded I risident Mc \I 1
tht iliiii IS dispiihed 111 tht \ iiious duet
tions to w hich then fancies guided them
It w as to be regretted that so little tinit
rtnnintd m which to visit mote of tht
pi iniin nt ^tidens the Cliff Walk and
tl I II t 111 places but when our con
t 1 I 1 in New port we intend to
\t I M the Providence visitois
1 It 1 II \ I bv the cheers of several
lilt li I tl IS of the delegates who had
^ tl 1 It SI them off and Auld Lauf,
s 11 II It I m beautitul haimon\ acioss
th w It IS 1 the quiet ba^ \t 10 M)
tht 1 lUuiii h M m sif,ht and the South
tin mil \\( hti 111 people made a bleak foi
thill St it( 10 ms
llitii ill w IS quiet in Newport
Tht titdit ot this mohtsiK esstulifiep
tiou and delightful d i\ 1 1 1st 1 i it d
largelj to the untiiin^ 11 1 1 tl 1 I
low lug gentlemen II 1 I 1 1 t I
Lk Ht
I I I \ K \l M ihoii m conelu
SI 1 11 1 \ isht I ill a (jodspeed and a
|1 s lit J iiim> home Ion are now
It I I 1 1 1\ t ) do what you please and to
„ « I 1 y >n iilease
111 I is and a tiger aud the pleas
lit \ 1 1 s weie at a close
Ih li liM lull pri?es for bow hug given
I \ tl I I lommittee weie aw arded as
I II x\ s H 1 A Lange an inkstand
II [ 1.1 lilt J,"'"! sleeve hnks The pri?e
foi the highest aggregate scoie— a pan ol
opera glasses — was w on bv J Habei
mehl Philadelphia
The third team pri/ewaswon by Pitts
burgh and consisted of a silver mounted
il uk wood tobacco jai, faced with ivon
I Ills ilso given by the Heiendeen Manu
I I tuiing(o
The Flor sis are Here.
Lwpoit welcomes the Msiting tloiists
I IV and IS entertaining them to tht
: of het ability They come from all
ts ot the (ountr^ and lepiesent the
und in othei sections ot the coun
tr\ but it IS not to be denied that the ag
feitgitioii suipissis an\ othei both m
II t tl II lists 18 altogethei
It Mm guests to fulh
I 1 I t II Ml that can be
ilion and pass upon its nniitH ms a
I 11 The good woik 1 1 ili I il 11 >i
111 scarcely be uppn 1 iti 1 ii m this
IS IV exaniin itn n 11 I i it isi 1 ,
addition— A O H.
What Was Consumed
) bushels of clams
) ears ot corn
) sweet potatoes
) pounds ot fish
) lobsters
) clam cakes
) rolls
) loaves of bron n bread
lVI barrels of crackers
) pickles
) gallons of chow der
i gallons of ketchup
I pounds ot butter
1 pounds of Hrd
) w atei melons
Help and t/fensils Used
) cooks
) waiteis
) dish \\ isliers
) pieces of Hih er
vegetabledishesforsnit ind pepper,
w atei pitchers
small pitchers for driw n butter,
ladles lot chow del
sirds ot tablecloth
St. Paul.
aarket Notra
i lade is good for this season of the
\ e ir There are no laige salts made, but
ill the aggiegate they are better than for
s M 1 il >eai8 Good loses are scarce;
th 1 ut IS not large, while the demand is
iiiih good Other flowers are plentiful
111 I not in gieat demand
Jottlnga
Vt Como Park the w ater lilies are
in w 111 fine shape Some specimens of
\iitoiiu Regia with lea\es in perfect
shapi hve feet across and blooms as
laige as a dinner plate are \ery striking
and attiactive Other varieties now in
bloom ait Nvmpha'a /anzibarensis. N.
dentata and N De\ oniensis, all In fine
shape and immense blooms
The Hydiangca paniculata with its
wealth of bloom is a most desirable plant,
giouptd and singh on the green it is
most (ffpoti^o liidding plantsareat the
/iiiithol tliiii j;lii< \\ hill annuals are
( cl wi itlii I till I list lortnight has
1 Ills il souii lost sfo niildi w Ourgrow-
isianiiot bt tooiaitfulat this critical
( hi Is Bussjatger has built two new
housis 1S\S() and planted them with
1 os( s He has also added a neat and at-
ti a( ti\ e oflic e to his buildings
Mrs A S Swanson is repotted quite
seriously sick \\ e all hope for her quick
rccoverj A kbit as.
780
The F^i-orists* Exchange.
Snap Shots.
"Too late, my love."
What's in a name, anyway?
The modern War%vlck — John G.
Clucas got hoarse keeping ■' mum."
Evidently, the F. P. A. is very dead.
What are you going to do about it?
J. Austin Shaw was the idol of the
ladies.
Too bad we could'nt takein Newport's
CUff Walk.
Old Fort Dumpling bears no relation to
an ajiple dumpUng.
The new president is Gude by name
and good by nature.
■■ Wherewas the only Grove P.?" was a
question of the moment.
Mike Curley, of Hyde Park, Mass., was
the most distinguished soldier.
The ladies enjoyed the junketing as
much as their " wicked pardners."
Newport possesses a Purgatory; and
further along the road lies Paradise.
If ynii u.iiit till' insurance, let the com-
niittVr kniiwliow many thousand dollars
worth.
President Graham performed his duties
with credit to himself and honor to the
Society.
Our new title,
a. A. F. A. O. H.
The Mark Hanna of the convention
was as successful in putting in his man as
his prototype.
A quack doctor ought to make a for-
tune out of the cathartic properties of
Providence water.
Our French White Plains brotherflorist
was the most conspicuous man present.
Did you see him ?
Tommy Cooke was a champion with the
gun, but he has never learned to shoot
off flowers of speech.
Incomplete work by committees of
awards is a sad commentary on the se-
lection of these bodies.
If you can't go to Omaha next year,
don't forget to pay your annual dues.
Paste this in your hat.
" De vastuess of de gountry vas too
young," was one of the nuggets of wis-
dom dropped at Providence.
A new definition of the ornamental
horticulturist — the dandefied gardener,
alias, an inelegant superfluity.
When shall we have permanent com-
mittees on awards, men who know their
work and how to do it?
The Roman-nosed tailor (Taylor), ac-
cording to Chancellor MacLean, was an
object of curiosity to the Eastern men.
Oh for a thousand tongues to tell the
stay-at-home kicker of the enthusiasm
on Newport pier at the hour of parting.
The Florists' introduction to a Rhode
Island clam bake was delightful to the
flower men and disastrous to the clams.
Six ex-presidents were present at the
convention. Jordan was detained by ill
health, and Hill by important engage-
ments.
Promises and performances— the ex-
tremities between these two points were
aptly illustrated in the case of a contem-
porary.
It looks as though only veterans are to
be the commanding officers hereafter.
Put a mark by this if you aspire to the
presidency.
The slug shot man, the hail man, and
the Chicago seedsman threw dignity
enough in their silhouette pose to run a
whole convention.
The eloquence of Nebraska has swayed
more than one convention. This timean
anti-Popuhst moved the crowd, some of
them even to tears.
Was thereever a morenoisy house than
the Narragansett Hotel. Bunk, bunk,
bunk, went the trunks through the corri-
dors all night long !
A romantic situation was that spot
where the members of the Society posed
for the annual photograph. Wait until
you see it, stranger.
The resolution to add •' and Ornamen
tal Horticulturists" to the title of the
S. A. F. was moved Ijy E. Cushman and
seconded by H. A. Siebrecht.
We met the Newport men for the first
time. We came, we saw, and were con-
quered by their hospltaUty, and we hope
they will go with us the next time.
The Hedley-Livsev band played in the
tent under difficulties, " between the
acts," as it were. First a tune, then
chowder, and so on through the courses.
According to the standard of prudish
old grannies who save three dollars, and
scold like a lot of geese, we will admit we
have been very naughty, but it was very
nice.
The old faces were welcomed heartily,
and a good many prodigals were on
deck. They were treated to the fatted
clam and they promise never to stray any
more.
, Did Fate ever take the S. A. F. dele-
gates to a more illy-served table than
that of the Narragansett atf 3.50 a day?
The food was good — but it couldn't be
obtained.
Providence (not the city) cast a wet
blanket over Professor Goodale's splen-
did lecture. What a pity it rained so that
one-half of the audience could not reach
the hall!
The man whose stomach refused to be-
come acquainted with clams, says he
e near raising his immortal soul in his
efforts to leave his share of the clam bake
at Newport.
The new flre insurance committee is a
hummer— Michel, Seidewitz, Esler, Vesey,
and Patten. Three of the Ave are practi-
cal insurance men and all are hustlers
from Hustlerville.
Young men for action, old men for wis-
dom. Young men to the front. For-
ward, march ! towards a successful
Omaha convention and a thousand mem-
bers of the S. A. F.
If you have a boomlet, watch it,
While it's growing tall.
For fear some heavy frost may snatch
it,
In Convention Hall.
The "worst" Indians we expect to meet
at Omaha are Donaghue, Hesser, Ren-
nison. Temple, and Bills, and they are
Ukely to meet us with palms, cannas,and
roses instead of tomahawks.
The gentlemen who plaj-ed "Mum
Pool"at the Providence Athletic Club can
ordinarily beat creation in a talking
match, bu^ as dummies, were, a howling
success for one night at least.
The liberal-minded men who pledged
themselves to sums of money to make
good any deficit next year, deserve our
warmest thanks. Personal interests sink
under the pressure of society needs.
Caterer B. B. Allen covered his profes-
sion with glory. But why did he use the
quahog instead of its harder shelled
brother. It must have been the qua — in
the clam that later upset so many.
At the suggestion of John Westcott as
the Portuguese steamer Day Star threw
off her lines at Providence en route to
Newport, the band played the renowned
air, " A Hot Time in the Old Town To-
night."
It took away the Society's breath when
it found itself face to face with a practical
scheme of flre insurance. Who said the
S. A. F. were a lot of junketers and that the
society never accompUshed anything?
The orators of the S. A. F. will, no
doubt, spend their leisure moments be-
hind the potting shed during the coming
year, in practicing oratory, so as to be
able to distance Chancellor MacLean at
Omaha next year.
Who saw the spite grapery? The spited
party planted willows on his side of the
boundary. Now the latter has a charm-
ing row of trees and the grapery won't
bear. Moral.— Before you set out to in-
jure your neighbor don't attempt it.
Farquhar Macrae was the right man in
the right place, and the success of the
Providence convention covered him with
glory. The same remarks apply to Chap-
pell. Rennie, and all the rest. All honor
to the latest acquisition to the brother-
hood.
The florists are proud to own Mike
Curry who was voted a gold medal for
bravery during the war. ilichael has the
proud distinction of having saved Gen.
Sickle's life at Gettysburg, and also of
having faced the enemy in 27 general
engagements.
At noon yesterday it wasimpossible to
hire a cab, carriage, drag, or 'bus on the
street, and even the livery stable keepers
were sorely taxed. The florists' excur-
sion was the cause of the unprecedented
demand. — Newport News, Saturday,
August 21.
Portuguese count (all men on board
the Day Star are of this nationality)—
" seven firemen and six deckhands, that's
fourteen ; the engineer and his assistant
is seventeen, and the mate, that makes
nineteen." Who in the trade gives Portu-
guese count.
; These gentlemen offered to aid fill the
deficit if the Society incurred a deficit by
going to Omaha: Henry A. Siebrecht
and Benj. Hammond of New York, George
M. Kellogg of Kansas City, and F. W.
Taylor of Omaha. Put these down
as men of public spirit.
John G. Esler had the proud honor of
dechning a nomination for the ofllce of
president, secretary, and treasurer of the
S. A. F. He was overheard to say that
"he wouldn't miss the fun at a conven-
tion for all the honor and perquisites at-
tending these high positions."
The New York, Philadelphia and all
other delegates embarking on the steamer
Pilgrim at Newport, Friday night, passed
resolutions of thanks for courtesies re-
ceived to both the Providence Florists'
Club and the Newport Florists and Gar-
deners' Club and Associates ; the compli-
ment was never better deserved.
The credit for the good work per-
formed by the Providence Club was in
great measure due to the efforts of the
following gentlemen : Farquhar Macrae,
its president, for his unfailing efforts since
last August; James B. Canning, vice-
president of local club, and chairman of
convention committee; A. M. Rennie as
made an ideal superintendent of trade ex-
hibits; N. D. Pierce, Jr. and William Ap-
pleton did their duty towards supplying
the inner man; Thomas J. Johnston,
Walter Nichols of Harrington, R. 1., and
M. J. Leach of Pawtucket are also
worthy of special mention.
Like Speaker Reed.
President Adam Graham is a unique
and decidedly happy presiding officer. He
can give as much back talk, and do it in
a way that takes the feet from under a
man "on the floor, as Speaker Tom Reed
of the National House of Representatives.
—Providence News.
Pittsburgh to Providence.
Not having arrived home yet, I cannot
give any Pittsburgh news, but a short
account of our trip to the convention city
might be of interest to the stay-at-homes
and give others an idea of how to go to
conventions by taking in many places of
e convention, by rail to .
more over the B. & O. R. R. The next
day was spent in that city visiting the
parks. The Druid Hill Park pleased
everyone. At 4 P. M. the party went
aboard the good ship Dorchester and
sailed down Chesapeake Bay, passing
Annapohs and several other interesting
points before dark. Mr. and Mrs. R. 'Vin-
cent, Jr., of White Marsh, Md., joined our
party at Baltimore and showed us the
places of interest. Next morning, Satur-
day, we landed at Newport News and
took cars for Old Point Comfort, visiting
Fortress Monroe and enjoyed a dip in
the warm waters and an excellent dinner
at the Hygea Hotel ; then by boat and
cars to Norfolk, through that dirty city
to our good ship which had just arrived
there and was busy loading. About 6
P. M. we sailed for Providence, being out
of sight of land for over 24 hours. Some
of the ladies also a few of the boys had a
touch of seasickness. The time sped mer-
rily by, and we were sorry to get to
Providence so soon. Wearrived Monday
morning. The most of the party after
breakfast took train for Boston where
the cemetery.
I forgot to mention that at Norfolk we
added to our party Mr. Deacke, Mrs.
Deacke and Mr. Kimberly, of Asheville,
N.C., so by the time we arrived at Provi-
dence we numbered 37.
The homeward journey was by Sound
steamer with the Eastern delegation to
New York, where a stop of several days
was made; then some went to Philadel-
phia, Baltimore and Washington before
returning to their homes.
'Twas a most delightful trip to all, and
the Umit of our ticket was the last day of
August, so it gave us ample time to stop
where we pleased. Besides the party
who went by sea then were five more
florists who went to Providence by rail
all the way, not having the time to spare
for the longer journey, so that we had
fully 36 from Pittsburgh and Allegheny,
counting in Mr. O'Brien of Sharon, and
Mr. and Mrs. Beatty of Oil City.
The trip to Newport was most delight-
ful and was appreciated by every one of
the party who remained over. Ten days
after leaving home some of the boys came
back, but the most of them held out two
weeks, a few to the end of the month.
E. C. Reineman.
Providence.
Conrentlon Echoes.
Many of the exhibitors readily dis-
posed of their entire exhibits, and had
good orders placed for more stock.
Superintendent William E. Chappell pur-
chased the entire exhibit of J. Heacock, of
Wyncote, Pa. A. Herrmann of New York,
disposed of his exhibit of metal designs,
etc., to Fairbrother & Wood, of Provi-
dence; Mr. Westcott, of this city, bought
out the exhibit of Lemuel Ball, of Phila-
delphia ; the exhibit of Charles D. Ball, of
Holmeeburg, Pa., went to Edwin J.
Johnston and William Appleton, Jr., of
this city; F. R. Plerson Co., of Tarry-
town, N. Y., disposed of their stock in
small lots; Galvin Bros., of Boston, se-
cured the exhibit of Robert (Jraig, of
Philadelphia ; Pitcher & Manda's exhibit
was purchased by Frederick Luther and
Thomas Curley, of this city. Among the
principal purchasers of the exhibit of
H. A. Dreer were E. J . Johnston, Timothy
O'Connor, Michael Sweeney and WiUiam
Hazard, of this city.
Round and About.
John King is erecting a new green-
house, 15 by 35 feet, in- the rear of 338
Greenfield street.
W'alter Hogg has been enjoying a
three weeks' vacation trip to New York
and Canada.
The seventy-seventh annual Rhode
Island State Fair will open at Narra-
gansett Park, September B,for five days.
Premiums to the amount of $40,000 are
offered. A new department of agricul-
tural implements will afford the most
comprehensive exhibit of this kind ever
seen in New England.
E. J. Johnston furnished several floral
pieces for the golden wedding of Mr. and
Jlrs. Peter Brucker, on the 23d inst.
Crop Notts.
There promises to be one of the
largest peach crops ever grown in this
State. The peaches in nearly all the
orchards in Bristol County have set so
thickly, that the process of thinning is
being resorted to by the growers.
The corn crop seems likely to be rather
light, unless there is considerable sun-
shine. All crops are showing the effects
of the rainy weather of July and this
month.
Early potatoes are said to be rotting
badly ,"and late ones are likely to follow
Demand for Fertilizers.
The business of L. B. Darling Fer-
tUizer Company, of Pawtucket, is picking
up, and Mr. Lucius B. Darling says the
outlook is very bright for a return of
prosperity. The demand from the West
and South for fertilizers is much larger
than usual.
W. H. Mason.
Riverton, N. J.
The third annual excursion cd the flor
ists and gardeners of Philadelphia and
vicinity to Dreer's nurseries occurs on
Tuesday, August 31, 1897. The large
double-deck steamer, Columbia, will leave
Chestnut street wharf at 10 o'clock A. M.
sharp, arriving at the nurseries before
11 o'clocK. On the return the steamer
will leave Riverton wharf at 4 o'clock,
giving five hours in which to view the
greenhouses, water lily gardens, canna
beds, trial grounds, etc., etc. A luncheon
will be served.
In order to accommodate any who de-
sire to return home at an early hour, the
steamer vrill stop at Chestnut street
wharf at 5 o'clock, and then continue
down the river, returning at 7 o'clock,
giving a view of the river front the entire
length of the city.
If any florist or private gardener fad
to receive an invitation, the firm will be
pleased to forward one on receipt of
name and address.
Brooklyn, N. Y.
Henry Edling, 17 McDougal street, is
the proud possessorof aLiliumauratum,
which is 6 feet in height, and had 64
flowers on it at one time. Mr. Edling
reports a fair business in funeral work,
which comprises about all that is going
just now.
August z8, 1897.
The F=i-orists' Exchange.
781
Florists' Hail Association
TENTH
■JNUAL RKPORT OF
Thenumberot members of tbe FloriBte'
Hail AsBoeiation at the close of this re
port is 705.
The risks assumed are as follows: Upon
2,4:88,5',)2Rquarefeet of single thick glass
Upon 5,741,098 square feet of double
thick glass. An extra one-half insuniue
upon 1315,!)! 2 square feet of single Ihn 1
glass. An extra one-half insuram-i up .n
239,660 B(iuare feet of double thick _l ihh
An extra whole insurance upon ."■•"■<. M 1
square feet of single thick, and upon
l,122,-tl7 square feet of double thick
glass, making it equivalent to a single
insurance upon 10,097,209 square feet of
glass.
The Reserve Fund consists of $3,000 in
bonds and $2,215.26 cash in hands of the
The amount of Emergency Fund on
hand at the close of this report was
$3,365.79 making the total cash balance
m the hands of the Treasuier $5,581 05
The Se\enth Assessment leMed March
1st 1897, brought to the Ireasurv
$5,353 68
The expenditures for salarv of officers,
stitiouerj , ad\eitising postage, etc,
ha\ebeen lor tht ^ ear $796 63
The sum of $2 919 1 i has been paid for
losses duiiiif, the leir 36,783 bquaie
(■I (IcMililc thill „Uss belonging til im ni
liiiH hi\i liii 11 broken duimg tilt \e II
I hi i"iiiiiti„e of loss has been 1
hiiiTii ^1 ul Hin,,le thick glass biiikeu
ii'iMivi I ti et insured and 1 squaie
I 111 il niili tliiik glise broken to e\eij
I 111 I h|ii 1 1 il It iture this year is that
tlie liihb on double thick glass has been
unusually small.
The record for satisfactory adjustment
of losses remains unbroken, and notwith-
standing the universal business depres-
sion, the Florists' Ilnil AHsi.iLition has
grown morerapiill,\ ilmiim tin j.astyear
than at any time kjih,. inr, ,1 |,,,i;itinn, and
it closes the tenth .mmt ni itK existence
with an average gain of iiihuiauce upon
1,000,000 square feet of glass annually.
John G. Eslek,
Secretary.
George Clark, Denver, Colorado
C. Burtscby & Bros., St. Bernard. Ohio.,
E. Mantliy, Jr., do
E. Manthy, Sr., do
AuRust Kabner, Villisca, Iowa
G.Vanl
I
LakeGe
, Kulamaz
,Col
Sept. 88.
Oct. 2.
Oct. 6.
May 10.
May 17.
May 20.
May 21.
June 24.
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July 12.
Colfax Ave. Floral Co., Denver, Col....
A. Donaghue, Omaha, Nebraska
Paul Paulsen, do
John Ederer ,& Son, do
E. C. BrBinger, do
Hess & Swoboda, do
MoPherson & Keed, do
Geo. .Magrie, College Hill, Ohio
Augustus Tranttnan, Weir, Kansas
Emil Glauber. Montclair, Col
DeWilt Bros., Bristol, Pa
Mrs. Margaret Sweeny, Harrisbiirg, Pa.
W. H. Druse* Co., Beardstown, 111
W. Wood, Trenton, N. .1
John Lorenz, Des Moines, Iowa
Henry Kolliuson, do
J.F.Marshall, do
C. Humfeld, Clay Center, Kansas
S.D.Brandt, do
August Rahner, Villisca, Iowa.
Louis Bauscher, Freepo'rt, III
E. W. Bergstrom, Des Moines, Iowa
John Lorenz do
W. L. Morris, do
L. A. Moore, Platsmoutli, Nebraska
E. H.Gilbert, Winlleld, Kansas
A. F. Barbe, Kansas City, Mo
Henry Smith, do
, Marysville, Kansas.
Cr. by overcharged reinsurance..
Expense Account.
3 La Mare Ptg. and Pub. Co., Printio
St. Printing House, Envelopes
I Florist Co. , Advertising
Southern Florist & Gardener. Advertising
J. M. Jordan, Ex-
A. T. De La Man
Feb. 11.
May 7.
May 20.
March 5.
March 23.
March 30.
April 5.
April 20.
May 14.
John G. Eder, Postage
A. T. De La Mare P. & P. Co., Prii
Hackensack Republican. Enveloi
A. T. De La Mare P. &. P. Co., Pri
Frank lieeder, Certificate Stale of Pa.,
John G. Esler, Salary
Alhert M. Herr, Salary an_d Postage
J. G. Esler, Postage.
School
Interest on Bonds . . .
1st Assessment (new)
Ist Assessment (aduil
Less expenditures.
Amount of Securelles. .
249 IKi
2 50
3 66
76 36
J2,919 13
12
$2,919 26
142 50
875 27
277 85
32 45
174 11
Aliieut M. Hekr, Treasur
3ANTHEMUMS.
Taking the Bud
Pot plant^i must not be pinched fui
till 1 no niittir how thej grow this
\Miil IS iloiji till the season, and the
lil,iiii> iii.w mill time to make flowering
niiiwili, ill i.H I , the short growers I let
K" .iilrr tlir 1 ..til of this month; only oc-
CMnioiially have I taken out a top here
and there to make them more uniform in
shape.
The work to be looked after now is the
selection of tlie buds. It is a good plan
phaf
the different gi-uwers tir ii
novelties have to say in their deHcriptioDS
in this respect. I wish, however, that all
introducers of novelties would pay more
attention to this very importiint point,
and be more careful intidvising what bud
will produce the best i-esnlt.M. I-; very ex-
perienced grower kiiu\\s tli.-it there is a
great difference in a g 1 u\:\i\\ varieties
as regards the bail t.-ikeii. .\ variety
may make flue flowers fruiii buth buds,
but I find that on cmwii buds tlie llnwer
has generally more petals, .■mil, cmise-
quently, a heavier hloom: ;niil at the
ke. If you did not get
spected last season, try
Ills year. Theo. Bock.
Chicago.
Weather and Crops.
a low night tempi
showing, some ni
even down to +1
that to keep roso
foggy atmosphere or the tei
the houses gets too low. tin
little heat. By this means aii
on the houses, and stn
avoided. This lar e place i
growers who have Ih^uh i,.,
meu to house at least a pori
plants earlier than heretofon
are not extra large this yen
as a rule, healthv. There is )
some cause or other, not so
and more.
SUteofTradt.
If shipping 1
de is,
of improvi
looks favorable. Home ilenleis do mil
brag much of their trade vel. lull fur all
that a good many Ho\vei-H are disposed
of each morning, and the street men are
more in evidence.
Hoses are becoming more plentiful.
Beauty Is Improving fast. Carnations
~li nil -- - II liiii - 111 _.ind small white
11 ^ , -111! ,1 II 11 liiinial work.
■~^^ 1111-, 11 1 i~ I i.iiinu 111 iiHiii fieeh The
sii|ii,U 01 switl pe IS h IS diminished, but
tin iL IS no giL It demand
ArODnd Tomi
Hmry Payne and wife of Hinsdale,
IiiM 11 tinned fioni an outmg at Lake
M Ill \\is
11 1 1 1 h Kins have been sold at some of
till wlinlesale houses at 10c per 100,
Mh pi 1 1000 Theie is not much in
till 111 It -HI h ipiiii The usual Summer
\iiiliiu \l \il un and his good wife
liiM till sMiipitlu of all brother florists
in the deatli ol an onl-y son aged 10
years and 5 months. The funeral took
Visiting florists this week
z of Muscatine, la. ;
with the Riessen Floral Co., St. Louis ;
H.C. Loughman, Cerro Gordo, 111. ; F. B.
Tinker, Peru, Ind.; J. A. Newby, Logans-
port, Ind. Edgar Sanders.
Cincinnati.
Trade ImprOTei,
A very slight improvement in busi-
ness was noted during the past week.
Roses are coming in and the quality is
very good for the season, although they
are small in size, .\ few field-grown car-
nations are iilso ni.ikiiig their appear-
■ ol ]
s. Tuberose
the demand
us lilies not
iis.negood,
seller ISros.,
I II \ guild and
flower
have not taken well this yea
Carnations at Dick WIttrriitaettcr
Atrip to I!. Witterst
made to see his new wlii
Evelina. This earii.itiini is ;
s a decided ac-
iiicty is a good,
ws that it will
luous bloomer.
I on the market
\ll of his other
has
' good
ments. He will heat with hot water,
having just finished putting in a new
boiler for this purpose.
The Hens,
B. P. Critchell's Sons made a good
showing of palms and cut flower work at
the Hamilton County Fair, which is held
ver market these days ha
ted appearancfe, but with
tlie chrysanthemum "
.--epii nilier 11 is the date of the next
iiieetiiig of the Cincinnati Florists' So-
ciety. We have lots of business to trans-
act, and E. Giesy will tell us all about
his trip to Providence. We request a
large attendance at this meeting. A new
scliedule will be presented for our month-
flower 1
vill
ihout
iJtIful
ikiuK
w.is his iiiipicssiiiii thai lijiil traveled
iisii.illy ill given li),-;ilties. A cloud was
meanwhile appearing in the southwest
and ten minutes after this conversation a
hailstorm of no small dimensions passed
directly over his houses, but fortune was
with him and no glass was broken. . The
bed of geraniums, so beautiful in the
morning, was stripped of all its glory, ,
Mild caladiums were ruined; sweet pota-
to vines were shaved off as nicely us if
done with a sickle.
Brother Esler, I would advise you to
write Mr. Windram regarding hall insur-
ance. E. G. GiLLKTT.
782
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Send for our catalogue of horticultural
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Conyentiou
cedent
guide us
to hold it^ .sixliviith Aiinii.il .Meeting in
aris. 'I'lir oiitr..iiic (if tlir ( )iiinlia affair
roved mii aliilitx tci t.il.f the best of
u-e of niirsclviK w iieii traveliug, and
lere appears to us mi reason why the
iree liiiiidred i>dd members who have
ipresseil tlieir determination to atteud
le I'aris meetius cannot charter an
eean steamship for this occasion, taking
her to Havre, the nearest available sea-
port to Paris and using her as headquar-
ters so far as can be arranged. To save
valuable time the business meetings could
be held on board as soon as the dele-
gates have recovered from their raal de
mer.
If our readers will recollect in 1898 the
Ex. Com. of the S. A. F., instead of com-
mittees from the local clubs, arranged
for the excursion from start to fluish, in-
cluding railroads, eating, aud sleeping,
and the success which crowned their
efforts must be fresh in the minds of all
whose good fortune enabled them to be
present.
The train was started from Boston, aud
passed through all the Important centers
of population, taking on the delegates
from each point as per schedule. Addi-
tional cars were added at New York,
Philadelpliia, t'hicago, etc. Meals were
served ou board by our own caterer; no
elaborate bill of fare, but everything of
good quality, well prepared, on suowy
white tablecloths, and without the long
wait so characteristic of a swamped
hotel. Distilled water was taken
on board at various points en route
to avoid a repetition of the prevail-
iug sickness at Providence. At Omaha
the delegates slept in their own berths in
the special Wagners, the cars having been
hauled to a quiet spot away from the din
of the yard. Concerts were held twice a
day. An extra smoking car, fitted with
card tables, was taken along. The bar-
ber was iu charge of the bath room. By
special arrangement with the railroad
otticials. the delegates were afforded the
use of the telephone attachment at half
price, tlms allowinj; tliem to communi-
cate witli tiirii- estaliiishments at a mini-
mum of expense.
We all realize the perfection of the ar-
rangements for our comfort, and are sat-
isfied to leave the Paris preparations in
the same hands.
The result of the attendance at the
Pan-American Exposition was the great-
est success w* have yet scored, and the
efforts of the S. A. F. and O. H. in tak-
ing care of Horticultural Hall and the
ost distinguished organizations.— From
tne Florists' Exchange, Special Edition,
October, 1899.
Contents.
ASUGQESTION
CATALOQUBS RECElVEn
Cemetery Superintenuents .
Changes in UnsisEss
Convention Crowd, With the
Florists' Hail Association .
Greenhouse Heating
Seed Trade Kepokt
Society of American Florists' Con-
tra db Notbs :
St. Paul . . .
( hicairo, Cincinnati .
iiffalo, Philadelphia
presidents, if carefully selecteill the tables in both halls
of whifli wcri' ..r 11
The siMTi.ilti.'s [(
asters, and the i-(!
remarkable. Henr
large tank w
the upper ha
general rlis|
biunis, s.ilui
plants. 11,-
others, .\\ nil
anJir
one 01
the lianiis
iini'sl
ofthi.
ark lixliiii
class t
•rtilic-nl.'.i
Kagn
a, dculil,'
vliil.\
elty 0
Oak
irl r.i.
filled ;
tion, !
lu.'.'nVwh
Ilk w
•h «;
of the
Knyptian
(D. F
Itov, K-an
a good specimen
of Oui
sell at .fl per 100 ; other varieties at,")Oc.
to f 1.
A few liliums are being received, mostly
roseum and album, and are selling fairly
well at f 2 per 100 flowers.
Smila.x is not over iilcntiful; extra
good striims liavc Kiild at I'll,-,, lint l.-.c.
to20e. is tli.'.iv.i-a-r.
These..,] stores nport ^ I i.r,.s|i,-,ts
torthe liiilh tra.l,"; (ir,liTs an^ .•xc-i'clins
all .■xpi',iati,ins. \'ery little complaint is
h,'ar,l of tl,,' ailvanced prices. Romans
,in,i iiaivissi are now in, Dutch bulbs are
,'x|,cLte,l 11, -xt week.
CoDTentton Trip Nens.
All those who went to the conven-
tion are now home, and every one is very
enthusiastic over the trip, having had an
excellent time. .VII sjieak in very ln,i;h
terms of the goo, I tn'atmi'nt thi'.v recciv,',!
while away. The ,MitiTtaiiiiii^- ,loiii' by
the New York Chili on the steamer Kniiij;
to Providence was much appreciate,!,
and too iiincli jjraise cannot be given to
,iiir l]ieii,]s of I'rovidence and Newport
loi- till' I'xri'llent manner in which they
ceedingly. About a dozen from this city
returned to Providence on the Pay .star.
The trip down the bay was very enjoy-
able. The band played some very koimI
(lance music which was made good use of
hv till- v,inn<.'er | pie; while the stump
sii,rch,''s ol Waiivn lAvellwill long be re-
niiiiiliirril hv all who heard them. His
.iilvice to .ill was -o to Omaha in 1898.
Vouc.-iiiall K'o, hesaid, if you will only
jiut yoni- shoulder to the wheel during
the cominn season.
Many I'liim this city spent Saturday
I'.ostoii. The Horists" establishments
1, ,1,1 ,111 air of Imsiness about them, un-
lik,' what we are accustomed to at this
linn- of year; all the windows were Hlled
w itii choice plants and everything looked
prosperous.
Buffalo.
Trade Ntns.
Moist weather continues as a rule, but
with this week somewhat exceptional.
In the stores a small spurt of trade was
on for several days of last week, then
again quiet.
The national encampmentof the G.A.R.
held here this week has been large and
absorbing in many ways. At the first
of the week Lafayette Square and The
Front were freely opened to the vets., the
please keep off the grass" signs being
removed entirely. On the latter grounds
a citv of tents sheltered many of the old
sol, li't-r boys. lii,i,li-iit;il to the encamp-
inciit, tlii''pr,-s,-iice ,11' President and Mrs.
MiKiiili-v with sonii'otlier stateand mih-
taiy difi'iiitarii-s. bi-ouKht out some calls
plied the decorations m' tin- I'nsiiliiifs
apartments at thi- Hotel Ni.i;;ar,i ; ,-in,i
for a banquet tcndcicd in tin- i-vciiinK',
Palmer & Sonhad aguodly ordc ' ' ' '
ili-corations and boutonnieres a1
The exhibit of asters included some of
the best specimens ever seen here, the
honors being about evenly divided be-
White
Es,i..
dener
Rotln
■I'll sin
prip.-,
iiiin I-'
Kiddi
- (Wil
Jacob
W. .\1
, silv,T nu-ilal. N. T.
rtin. -arilener) and
sliow,-,] good collec-
tions oi liiil.,,,-,-,ins plants. Harvard Bo-
tanic 1 ;,iid, us (KdlH-rt Cameron, garden-
er) ni;id,' a liiii' ,lis|ilay of perennials.
Heni\ A. I'lvii. Inc., received the so-
ciety's sil\,r ni,dal i,ir a superb display
ofc'aimasand also received a certificate
of merit for Caiina Alemaunia. They re-
ceived a similar award for new gladiolus,
White Lady, and honorable mention for
petunias.
Noiu.
the Park Com
the week.
The Piibl
than at p
pandanusc
will visit Old Orchard, .Me., next
L, to pay their respects to the two
-P. Norton and P.Welch.
Philadelphia.
Market NoteR.
scarce. Beauty is selling at .* 1 ..10 to f2
per dozen: Carnot, f4 to $5 per 100;
Bride, Kaiserin, Bridesmaid, and Meteor,
from S.3to$."),butthis last-named variety
goes slow, tin- greatest demaiid being for
e and have been asked for man
I the past week. Asters are som
; better in quality; good Semple
issuied that Philadelphia will
rong team to Omaha. We do
e will win, but we will try to
Edward Reid, wholesale florist, w
move into his new store on Mond.
next ; the store will be equipped with all
modern improvements, and best of all
with very good liylit : in f.ict. it will be 11
bad place to sell 1,0, ,r st,i,k, the light be
ing so strong, so ,li-;ili-is can n-st assurei
poor stock will hi- scarce there.
End of Boirllng Contest.
has lirin I, inning 10, ■ t ^^ ,, months, tlirei-
g.-inn-s l„ii,- rollril ,-;,rli x\,-,k, till- pi-i-,:(-s
in each i-la.ss will hr sonic .■irticli- of thi-
value of *,sfor lirst and .f4..')0 for second.
Prizes for first and second classes are do-
nated by George Anderson, and for the
third class by H. .S. Donaldson.
lub.
bunting
splay(
the Elli
1 every
Collins Thos
Highlands Nursery.
BlokeeokerOtaasH...
Baker OtaasF....
Ball CD
Baller.F A
Becker Fred C
Bock Wm A
Bool Floral Co
I ED.
Elizabeth Nura C
Elliott Wm n 80
Harris W K
HelssJ B
Littlelield H F.
Cavanaugh Mrs M.. m
Cunningham J H.... "81
Enimaneaeo M.... 7S«
Hughes Geo J "S
JladerPaul "»
Eupp J F 784
Refrlueratora
Ohooolate Cooler Co. T91
BobhlniLC 775
mUoD J L 784
HoyleJA 784
nger&Barrv.. 776
ine. OeoM.... 784
HeisB J B 787
Hopp & Lemke 784
Jackson & Perkins
Co 784
MacBean A 8 787
Nafl Plant Co 784
Ouwerkerk P 776
Parker Geo L 784
lb Harrison Oo 775
■ Jno 781
Wood Bros 784
Seeds
)Co.,
FinST CLASS.
A.b. Brown
G.O. Hell
.... 3412
I. Kennedy
Geo.CraiK
Geo. McLean
.... ;i033
Chas. Longinette
.... wn
Second Class.
Albert Woltemate
.... 2883
.... 2746
.... 2740
H.Dumont
Thihd Class.
D. Rust
.... 2970
Jno. McLean
W.Knhler
P.HHhman..,
iMrs. T. Maiistield, Lockport, and frienil
Cai-mody of Indiana. To say he looks
flue in military fixings is mild praise, as
appearances go.
Uetarns from the Conrentlon.
The small convention crowd re-
tnriieil in .si-ctions between Saturday and
.Monday last. .Much was debated on re-
garding the sinoothiiess of this year's
affair, and the splendid treatment received
locally, while bowling was not bragged
about. Vim.
Index to Advertisers.
QraUert i Oo. . . .
Aquaria Suppiies
Keenan's Seed Store 79:
Seawanhaba <
McCarthy N F *Co. 791
BcfEonlaa
Davie AB&Son....
Fairyiew Floral Oo.
National Florists'.
Amerlcau Bulb Co... '
Bailer FA '
BergerHH&Co.... '
BohblnkLO '
Clucas & Boddington
Co
Davis AB 4 Son.... '
Elliott Wnii Sons.. '
Ellis iiPollworth... ■
Joosten C H 1
Ouwerkerk P 7
Plerson F 11 Oo 7
bohmltzFW 0 7
Shepherd MrsTB.. 7
Storrs & Harrison Co 7
Van Houtte Louis. . . 7
Vanghan'eSeed Store 7
Weeber t Don 7
Business Carcia
Conard & Jones Co. . 771
787
Bool Floral Co 784
Boulon Fd 787
Cunningham .los H.. 78»
de VoechlP 781
Domer f A Sons Oo. 784
Emmans Geo M.... 784
Fairvlew Floral Oo . 784
Fry,
Furrow Bros..
784
Harrison John
Renard Jos.
Taylor E J..
Wagner P
Storrs & Harrison Oo 775
Van Houtte Louis.
White John!!!
Elliott Wm & Sons
Hamninnd Benj
Llltlelic-ld H F
Peters John J Oo...
Flower Pots. Tubs,
VHses,elG.
Ernest WH
Hews A H & Oo
McCarthyN. F.'iOo. 791
Syracuse Pottery Oo "9"
WhiUdln Pottery Oo 79
Prull Planis
ire Co.. 77
Barry.. 77.
Qoldsbor.Migh AT.. 78
Jackson S Perkins Co 78
O'liouae Bulldln
Healing and Ve
tilallng lUaterls
Carmody J D
Chadborn, Stephens
Ooldwell-Wllooi Co.
Ooweu's N Sons
Dietsoh A 4 Co
Abu
Cunningham Jos H. 784
Allen } K 790
Baker W J '.'.'.'.'.'.'.!!! 79,1
BetscherBroB 7S8
BuHaloCiKFlowei-Co 791
Dumont ,$£ Co 7'.i(i
Ellison Wm 79(1
Ford Bros 79 -
FrowertS 7'.10
Ounther WH 790
Hart Ulchael A 79j
Hoffmann HA 79 -
Horan EC 79,1
IlllnoiBCutKlowerCo 79 i
Kasting WmF. . 791
Eennicott Bros Co. 790
Kuehn 0 A 79 i
Lang Julius 790
MrCarthy NF400. 791
McKeUar Chas W... 7911
MUlangF 790
N T Out Flower Oo 790
Pennock Samuel S. 79-1
Pnrdy 4 Blanvelt. . . 790
Reinberg Bros 790
Rogers Park PI Co.. . T.IO
Bolker A4 F 790
Sheridan W F 790
St. Louis Cut Fl Co. 791
SunderliruchHLCo. 791
Traendly 4 Schenck 79i
BergerHHiCo.... 7
Brown Peter 7
Burpee W A & Co 7
Cunningham J H.... 7
Faust H O ft Oo 7
Jennings E B 7
McCuUough J. C. ... 7
Mahoney G L & Co. . 7
Palteison E H 7
Prunty Ciias E 7
Schiller J L 7
Shepherd MrsTB.. 7
Soltono 4 Oo 7
Vaughan'sSepd Store 7
Zirngiebel D 7
Shrnhs, Flowerii
BobbinkLO 776
Boul.-nFd 7S7
anger 4 Barry .. 776
Jackson 4 PerklnsCo 784
Joosten CH 785
Ouwerkerk P. . .775
Storrs 4 Harrison Co 776
Van Houtte Louis... 785
Hippard E
Hitchines 4 Co ..
Ht-r.-udeen MfgCo..
LocKland Lumber Co
Lord 4 Bumham Oo 789
Uoninger John 0 Co
Pierce F O Co ■i»9
Plenty's Horticul-
toral Works 789
Quaker City Machine
Co 7RS
Hall Insuran
FloristHaUAss'n...
FnngMfles
Hammond Benj 792
KeuliickyExtract Co 792
Eiaele J O. ...
Mahoney O L ^
De Witt PM
EiseleO
Herr AM
Horan J* Son
National Plant Co..
iupplles and
ReqiiUltes
Bayersdorf er H 4 Oo
Boston Letter to...
OonleyJohn &Son..
4 Pollworth . .
Ellison W
itl Wm 4 Sons.
OrifSlh Jas
Hammond Benj
Herrmann A
Easting Wm F
Eennicott Bros Oo . .
KnehnOA
LittlefleldHF
LongD B
McCarthy NF 400..
McKellar 0 W
Meyer Jno 0 4 Co....
Reed 4 Keller
RiceM 4 Co
Esler JQ4 A
Littlefleld H F
Pierce FO Co
Vegetable Pis
Grossman CM
Pullen Alei
Vincent R Jr 4 Soi
Jackson 4Perkln8Co
Kadleti J '
OuwerkerkP
Brown Peter. . .
Cunningham J
Herr Albert 11 .
Benedict Q I
1 Floral I
Boulon Fd
I'Brlen TF
Rawaon GP
Schmidt. J OiC
Taylor EJ
Wood Bros
Wants...
7841
The F=ii-ORiSTS' Exchhngb.
Providence, R I.
irbrother has given up the
t tlowers. and is how devoting-
inie to the wliolesale business,
er of the firm of Fairbrother &
lev li.n.- purchased the entire
v. II.iTiiiani.. of New Yorlj.
Ml Iht li.-if^diHpoHed of his green-
It. .\o. in '.I l<;(ld.v street, to
Baltimore.
state of Trade.
Asters are everyhere. There are no
bugs this year to harm the flowers.
Roses are fair in qualit.y. Carnations
from the western part of the state are
very fine. Trade is only medium.
Rob. Graham expects to go to Klondike
in the Spring.
A heavy rain-storm on August 23 did
niucli damage to crops.
Very fe-w members were present at the
last club meeting.
Henry Bauer has taken the place on
Frederick avenue, formerly occupied and
owned by the late Wilham Ekas. He is
now getting the same into shape.
Romans are late in coming here this
year.
Fred Burger has made extensive im-
provements on his residence. Hiscrop of
chyrsanthemums is remarkably fine.
Edwin A. SEinKwiTZ.
Washington.
After the ConTention
The Washiii
ith hi
take the
should there be nci others from the East,
the lar;;c dcli'uaf ion from the capital city
coiiibiiicid witli tlie promised recruits
from thr West will make the convention
of INlis a tlioroughly successful one. So
if we cant all go to Klondike we will at
least be half way there.
The Ken Cannas.
The new large-flowered cannas. es-
pecially Italia and Austria, have had a
good chance this Summer to show tlic
stuff they are made of, and the result is
that uobody hereabouts as yet hasgl^t
the least enthusiastic over them as out-
door bedding plants. They are exceed-
ingly showy, (no doubt on that score), bat
they lack substance. A little wind, a
little rain, or even strong suuHhiue rniiis
the tlowers, besides it is seldom wi- sn- a
whole clusterof flowers open al ■■m- tiiiii',
rarely more than two; and wlim tliprc
are more it is indoors. In fait, when
grown under the protection of ghLss, thev
are really heantiiiil ol.ji'.ts: of no use as
flowers to the th. lists, iiowever, but only
for the (•mljcllisliiiicnt nl conservatories.
1 saw it stated soiiiewlicre that the old
kind known as tlaccida is one of the
parents. Such parentage would certainly
account for the flimsy blooms. C. tlac-
cida has individual flowers every bit as
large as the largest of the < 'roz.v cannas,
but they are, unfortanately, every bit as
flaccid as the beautiful hloiuiis of tljcnew
Japanese morning gioric's. \Vc m.iy yet
hope to see canuas with tlaccida hi i in
them combined with the free blooming
and lastiug qualities of the C'rozy t.\iies.
eiazlng with Plate Glass.
The south side of one of the large
conservatories here was glazed with
plate glass last Summer, and this season
it has been left unshaded ni order to note
the I'ffects of the sun on the plants, which
robust, healthy gn.wUi, which would be
quite impossible with ordinary glass.
Quite a number of fmis which are sun-
po.sed to do best in the shade are in the
puik of condition, and all Summer they
have been fully exposed to the sun.
G. W. Oliver.
CHINESE PRIMROSE
PLANTS.
Strong and well rpowd, ready for 3 In. pots. This
grand strain has tbe National and Canadian repi-
varietlea in ei'iht named^cnlora, |2.50 per 10*0 ; »2j 00
per 1000. Double whife. red and lilac. $1X0 per lOU;
13^00 pt r 10^0 Extra plants adddd to heip pay
expreasaRe. Adaojs and U. S. Express.
JOHN r. RUPP, Shiremanstown, Pii.
Chinese Primras* Specialist.
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Per too
7000 PrimroseB, ready for 3 in. potJ^... ,$2 60
1200 CHRYSANTHEMUMS, 2U vars.,
6 in. pots 8 CO
1000 CINBBABIAS, ready Oct. 1st 2 OU
500 CARNATIONS, fleld-grrown 6 (lO
PANSY PLANTS, per inOO $3.50 60
PANSY SEED, V- oz., $2.00; oz.. $3.50.
Cash with order.
JOS. H. CUNNINGHAM, Delawnre, Ohio
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
1 1 n r U ■ I fom imported i-eed, al
U I I k n I ■ $2.00 per 100. Cash.
FIELD-GBOWII l!flB|lflTIO|lli
LOGAN AVE. GREEKHOUSES, Danville, III.
When Writing Ment
I Florists' Exchange
i H. WEBES nONS, \
i CARNATIONS
\ OAKLAND, MD. |
When Writing Mention Florists' Eicchange
FlDGCarDallODS Front Fieio
4000 McGOTvan $5.00 per 100
8..r, .-lEBKECHT, „.„..>.„,,
K.A1SERIN A. v., 'JIEKMET
I, *5.00 per 100. • 4 Inch pots, »8.00 per 100.
iiugust 28, 1897.
Xhb Plorists*
jXCHKNG]
785
LOOK HERE
ill u Di"Cu neat li III, 2 Inch, $3.00 per 100: 2,4
niued* VernVfoV ferneries, 13.00 per 100.
TERMS CASH OR C. O. D.
C. MERKEL & SON, Mentor, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PALMS
AND
FERNS.
Thi LARGEST STOCK in the West.
1 Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CHOICE STOCK.
Smllax, Si4 in. pots, extra strong.
8,3Hin. pots, 50cts
Also several thousand ChrjBanthemums,
tiOQ from good commercial sorts, $2,10 per 100.
NATHAN SMITH HON, Adrian, Mich.
WTienWrltlne Mention FlorlstB' Eichanee
100,000 FERNS
1,000 FICUSELASTICA
10,000 SMI LAX
strong plants, twice cut back.
CHAS, F. BAKER. UUca, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
AZALEAS!
(INDICA.)
8to 9 in. heads, $l.=i.O0perl00:$145.00per 1000
PALMS, Etc.
For Palms, Aspidistras, Araucai
Exchange of May 16th and June 12th,
BEGONIAS.
(Erect Flowering) Sing'e Tuberou
1000; 870.00 per 10,000."
, $8.00 per
10 IH -
$16.00 per 1000 ; $1.50.00 per 10 OuO.
Double Flowering.
About 1 in. diam., separate colors, $22 per inoO.
About I14 in. and above, sep. colors,$40 per 1000.
GLOXINIAS tY.^;tH.
About ?j to 1 i ch dia
$90,011 per 10,000.
About 1 inch HUd al>o\
1000 ; $160.00 per 10,1.
1., mixed, $10.00 per 1000;
■diam., mixed, $18.1
TIPIE! mST OFFER OF PZIILEP I
Parties desiring to place Import Orders at prices
quoted, should do so BEFORB SEPTEMBER 5tli,
also in order to obtain their plants in good season.
50,000 AZALEA INDICA FOR SALE
PROSPERITY iT YODR COMMAND. HOW TO GRASP IT?
Bf PURcmsmi; for m m best ouility for the lEm outliy.
NO ADDITIONAL DUTY TO PAY. PRICES SAME AS LAST YEAR.
The ever increasing demand created by the excellent quality of the plants supplied by me and grown expressly for
my trade during a period of 20 years, by one of the leading and oldest hortic-iilturists in Belgium, enables me to
supply the trade at THE SAME PRICE AS BEFORE THE NEW TARIFF BILL WAS ENACTED. I offer in 1, 2, 3
and 4 year plants all the good old sorts as well as the newest varieties, fine bushy plants. I have l.OCO Four- Year-
Old Exhibition Plants to OtTer. Per .w
diameter, assorted varieties $1.3.00
10-14 inches high 1600
,< ,, . . 21.00
. 26.00
.. ' ' 32.00
extra choice. ..■'.'.'. '. '. . from' $7.5.00. to $85.00 per 100. $10.00 to $15.00 per dozen.
Extia large and Choice Exhibition Plants, 16 to 20 inches in diameter, from $3.00 to $10.00 each.
A Liberal Discount for Cash Allowed. "Send for Descriptive Catalogue of 45 Varieties."
Do You Want to Make a Profit Before Your Goods Are Sold?
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE DISCOUNT OFFERED; AN ADVANCE PROFIT.
Small Plants, 8 inch
2 years, 8 to 10 "
- " 10 ••
" 10 to 12 "
12 "
" 12 to 14 "
Per ino
Per 1000
$25.00
$225.00
30.00
275.00
40.00
375.00
50.00
475.00
60.00
.575.00
I oBer also a full line of the BEST QUALITY OF BULKS AND PLANTS for
Cultivation. Lilium Harrisii, Longiflorum, Roman and Holland Hyacinths, Narcissus,
for the greenhouse, parlor, garden and parks. For Fall and Spring Delivery import:
Roses, Tree Roses, Strong Clematis, Hardy Rhododendrons, American Roses on own
and at prices to meet the strongest competition. Send me an estimate of your wiint
>tting or Outdoor
IIS, Etc. Supplies
lily Low Budded
iu any quantity
IS on application.
C. H. JOOSTEN, »4S£2iiH' 193 greehwich st., NEW YORK.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Cheap Ferns and Selaginellas
Cyrtomlum Fulcatv
•
Nepbr
tern
oleplB Eiait'ata(8"ord
SelH^l
;: ;S?e"?lnsTri.' ^
Denllculata...... 2
II ncinata.. .!'.;!.."
W. J. HESSER, cIrT... Plattsmoutli, Neb.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
urscrj' stocks
grown in quantities.
CASH with packing free, except on appn
Credit.
ROYAL NURSERIES,
LOUIS VAN HOUTTE PERE,
Ghent, Belgium.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
GEKUIXE BQSTOK FERN.
(N. EXALTATA BOSTONIENSIS.)
$5 to S25 per 100. Prices on
specimen plants on application.
KENTIAS,
Irom $6.00 per dozen to $10.00 each.
LATANIAS,
from $6.00 per dozen to $3 00 each.
PRIMROSES,
RUBBER PLANTS,
6 in. pots. $6.00 per doz.
WILLIAM A. BOGX, North Cambridge, Mass
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FERNS and FERN SPORE
CROTONS
leadlnB sortB for florists'
1.75 per 100; 2 in. pots. «3.5i
100: Bpore. S6c. per pkt.. 3
leaved sort a. Sin.
• plants m 1 or 5 I
». All In Kood
110.00 per 100.
EDWARD D. DROWN. - WELDON, PA.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
; JULIUS ROEHRS,
* Headquarters for
iPalms and Decorative Plants,
RUTHERFORD, N. J.
! p. 0. Aildrest. > Carlton Hill. N, J,
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
OTAHEITE ORANfiES!
Bear in mind that we shall have a fine
lot of well-fruited Otaheite Orange
Trees for Christmas delivery.
Ghas. Zeller's Sons, Flatbush.Brookiyn.N.Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
300,000 Small and Large FERNS
B. REDFIELD, - Glenside, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Nephrolepis Exaltata Bostoniensis.
In large and small quantities from $40.00 to |80.00 per 1000.
MINE IS THE GENUINE STOCK.
FRED. C. BECKER, - - - 1730 Cambridge Street,CAMBRIDGE, MASS.
•When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PALMS, &c,
moderate. Price Li
CHAS. D. BALL, - - Holinesburg, Pliila., Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
786
The PL.ORISTS' Exchange.
SITUATIONS WANTED.
QEKMAN Bardener, middle aRe. Blnule,
72. Little Sl]»er, N.J.
FlttST-CLASS (
JNTELLIGBil
Conadentlal, care b lorlsta* Exctianee.
OITHATION V
*^ can make u
HOLLANDER, single, 35 rears of axe, wants
■^-*- pjsi^lon as Kardener or florist, private or com-
mercial; not airaldof work; best references from
some of the largest nurseries in the United Sta es.
Address J. C. B., Hotel Amstel, Hoboken, N. J.
thoroughly understands
. Jersey City, N. J.
pLOBIST. American, sp. aklng German, with 1
J. I,eireit,348StaKKSt,, Brooklyn, N. Y.
SITUATION 'WANTED
By an expert florist in store or nursery. Can
make any design in floral work and is also well
versed in cut flower and plant trade ; is very
quick and ohliiilQg; 18 years' experience; ab-
stainer; age 29; married. Distance no object.
One trial would satisfy. Address
J. DAVIS, 613 E. Indiana Ave., Phlla., Pa.
HELP WANTED.
GROWER ^VANTED
.rk; wages J20 00 to begin with. Address, wil
W^ANTEO AT ONCE.
W. H. SpaOEl
Wr ANTED.
iarge place. State wagea
Roues and Carnatlong,
care of Florists* Exchange.
WANTED.
By an establisljed concern doing a large im-
porting-business; an Al salesman acquainted
with the best houses in this country; must be
conversant with seed, florist and nursery
business. None but those with flrst class ref-
ences and of acknowledged integrity and
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
FOR SALE. WELL PAYING PROPERTY
Six greenhouses (7000 sq. ft. glass), built -1
years ago for growing first-class carnations
for New York market; Corcoran windmill for
also 17 acres A No i land, outhouses, o room'
substantial dwelling ;
onW.S. RR. K.B. 10,
FOR RENT.
Teenhousesin good condition, together
stable, and about
-•■ -- Sellers St.,
capital re-
Dkford
goud locatiOD, hoth fo
^^
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
To Florists and
Truck Farmers
It has been decided in winding up the
estate of the late Adolphus Koffman, to
divide his magnificent farm of 115 acres,
into 10 acre plots, suitable for growing
onions, potatoes, cabbage, celery, any
and all kinds of vegetables, fruit or
flowers. Situated at
WALDEN, N. Y.,
Where taxes, labor, living and freight
are very low. Spring water in abun-
dance.
TERMS OF SALE.
Four hundred dollars to be paid on
delivery of the deed. The remaining
four hundred dollars can remain on bond
and mortgage for two years at 5 per cent,
per annum.
Call or address.
E. KOFFMAN,
For Estate of A. Koffman,
LOTS FOR SALE ON LO.G ISLAND.
Ground, Hioh Sol,. „_ _ _.
Koses, &c., overlooking Long Island Sound, lu
minutes drive to depot. Macadamized Koads.
Will sell reasonably. For further particulars
address OWNER, 509 Madison Ave.
FOR SALE CHEAP.
FIVE GREENHOUSES
AT RAMSEYS, N. J.
HITGHINGS & CO., 233 Mercer St., N. Y.
TO LEASE
for a term of years. The land and ten gre(
houses, with cottage and stable. Also am
store attached, where a good business is du
in the cut flower trade. 86 Palisade Av
West Hoboken, N. J. 16 minutes from t
Hoboken terries. Terms easy to responsil
FINE SITUATION FOR FLORIST.
A beautiful, old-fashioned place foot of
Orange Mountain, protected from wind, wide
south and east exposure ; on a main thorough-
fare and near railroad ; remarkable spring of
never failing water ; hydrant of city water at
Orange Valle
TO LET
Two fine sets of green-
houses, situated on the
main road and by two
cemeteries, in the best of
condition, a bargain for
the right man. Call at
CI|ARLES HOiyJECKER,
596 Central Avenue,
NEWARK, N.J.
SEED TBUDE PBT.
'oints and information from seedsmen, and all
Intereste'l in this column, solicited. Address
Editor Seed Thaue, care of Flokists' Ex-
CHANQK, p. O. Bo.x 1697, New York.
New York.— Several Bermuda bulb
men ai rived in the cit.v this week, among
them Messrs. < )uterbridg'e, Stephens.
Allen, Dunkle.y and Kemp.
At the time of going to press the com-
plications in the F. E. McAllister matter
have not been straightened out. The
judge who has liad possession of the pa-
pers .since Tuesday last, in the argument
as to -whether the' assignment was legal
or not, or whether a receiver should be
appointed, has not up to this time ren-
ered a decision. The chances are the de-
cision will he Idrtliciiniing soon, and that
a recfivt^r. w illi jiiiisdictionin New York,
will be apiioiiitril. Further complica-
tions will then ari.si- which will probably
not be heard until the October term.
The attachments made against the
F. E. McAUister Co. up to the 14th of this
month aggregate f 8, 190. .35. In addition
to those alread.y enumerated in a previ-
ous issue, the following have been re-
corded: Syndicate des Cultivateurs,
i$l,941; A. T. De La Mare Ptg. and Pub.
Co., Ltd,, $231.85.
Fi-ench bulbs, particularly Roman hya-
cinths, are late in arriving this season.
Death o( Alfred Sul ton. —Alfred Sut-
ton died at his residenceat Reading. Eng-
land, on August 7, aged 79 years. He
was a member of the well-known Hini of
Sutton & Sons, until 1888, when li.- ami
his elder brother. Mr. Martin Hope Siit
toi», who founded the firm, and win. sui-
vives him, retired, making over the busi-
ness to their sons, the present partners.
A widow and ten children survive him.
European Notes.
The Weather and Cropi.
Climatic conditions, which are of
The
](>,s.s nil spinach is perhaps the most to be
riKirtted on accountot the greatscarcity
(if tliis article and the active demand;
lint the effects of the rain are equally prej-
ndi, iai to the lettuce crops, which, in the
early days of .June, were looking simpiv
superb. Flower seeds have suffered from
the same reason, but as the asters are
not yet full.y opened, we have no fear on
their account at present.
In western lOurope the rains, although
at times very heavy, have been very par-
ti.il, .111(1 ill the .seed-growing districts the
niiiifall for some weeks has been practi-
cally nil. While this is extremely helpful
in the work of harvesting our miserable
ciops, it is doing very great injury to the
lilanls of biennial crops, which have been
jiricked out from the seed beds, and are
ready for the final transplanting. As
SecoDdHaDiliileaniPipi!
IM inch, 10 tons.
Sound, straight, and long lengths. For
eale in lots to suit the purchaser.
CARRATT-FORD & CO.
No. 'J76 Pranklln St.. Boston, Maaa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
BOILERS FOR SALE!
Two No. 3, Style C, GURNEY HOT
WATER DOUBLE CROWN BOILERS, com-
plete. In use Ave seasons. Were heat-
ing 30,000 square feet of glass for Palm
growing. Offering for sale because we
are increasing our capacity. These
boilers cost $450.00 each. We offer for
$200.00 each, f. o. b., Eiverton, N. J. Also
one Locomotive Boiler, 11 ft., 4 ins. long,
fire box, 3 ft., 9 ins., by 2 ft., 3 ins., with
28 3 in tubes, 6 ft, 9 ins. long, has been
used for steam at 30 lbs. pressure. Will
sell for $50.00. Is in good order and
ready for service at once.
HENRY k. DREER, "*s.?4,'.-"' PHIL*., Pi.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
cabliagM
fiVtei^J
uch later, are having
struggle for existence, but the two tin
named may yet be saved. '
The Blsc in Wheat.
The most important factor in co
nection with European seed growing ju
now is the extraordinary rise in the pri
of wheat and other grain. The rise!
taken place in time for the farmers at
seed-srdwers who were glad to fill the
Kp.ire 1,111(1 with wheat, to reap the bei
tit. and the probabihties are that
unprofitable work of seed growing will 1
neglected for the coming season in fav
of the less hazardous risks in the cultiv
tion of grain. If by some extraordinai
chance the price of hemp in France
to advance at the same ratio as whea
there would be little fear of a surplui
seeds next season. The following
marks of M. MeUne, the French Minist
of Agriculture, fairly set forth the eon(
tlous which prevail in that countr;
"This year the conditions have been u
favorable, the crops have been bad i
where in France and Europe general!
The variations of temperature,
heavy rains, hails, and floods have deva
tated the fields
The Dutch Crops.
The latest report from the Dutcff
growers is to the following effect :
Cabbage, Savoy, Brussels sprouts— in
.\utumn plants got along very badly, and
were partially destroyed by vermin, etc.
( iwing to the mild Winter, plants t:iit
thidiigh all right. The plants weic not
lie.iltliy in Spring and have not imiinived
since, so that we cannot expect a Ihikc
crop.
Borecole. corn salad. Summer and Win-
ter radish, celeriac, scorzonera, paisiey,
are satisfactor.y. Spinach, small i|uanti-
ty sown, ripened too early on account of
md sugar beet, very little
k well."
y poorly developed, small
middlii
cesteil.
does
\Vitli the exception (if thela.sttwo items
the foregoing is a fair summary of tlifi
European situation in general, and of cat*
rot and onion only very small quantities
are grown in Holland. The latest deliv-
eries of turnip in England are most dis-
appointing, being less than half the
lowest estimate. Ei'hoi'E.vn Skiciis.
u
Gai,ena, Kan.— W. N. Rose has built a
greenhouse, 160x28 feet, and is starting
in the retail florist business.
Norwood, L. I.— Mr. Weber has pur-
chased the Matus place and is erecting a
series of modern greenhouses.
TjIttle Falls, N. Y. — .1. O. Graham, of
Graham Bros., Binghamton, N. Y., has
boughtthegreenhousesof Peter Crowe at
this place.
Evergreen, Ala.— The Caldwell the
Woodsman Company has been incorpo-
rated with G. W. Ca'ldwell as president:
.Tames Tomlinson, vice-president; .John
Suead, secretary, and A. H. Snead, treas-
Newburo, N.Y.— The partnership here-
tofore existing between Frederick C.
Chadborn, Henry M. Kennedy, and
George L. Chadborn, under the firm name
of Chadborn. Kennedy & Co.. has been
dissolved by mutual consent, and :\ new
partnership formed between Frederick ('.
Chadborn. W. 1). Steiihens, and iliM.i-e I..
Chadbin-n. under the name of Cliadln.n].
Stephens .V: Co. The new firm assumes
all liabilities and collects all accounts.
It is claimed that the Louis Gaufhier
retains its size and flavor and is the best
forcing strawberry known. A. T. Golds-
borough, Wesley Heights, Washington,
D. C.—Adv.
August 28, 1897.
CARNATIONS
strong, Healthy, Field Plants.
Albertlni, BrideBmaid, Muttercnp,
lyory, Eldorado, Daybreak,
Meteor, Storm King, Alaska,
Thos. Cartledge, Delia Fox, Puritan,
t. McGowan, Wm. Scott, Portia.
AlBO several other varieties, rew aud old.
SEND FOB PRICES.
See also advertisement page 784.
WOOD BROS., Fishkill, N.Y.
U'hen Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
METS HUD GHTI0II8
Marie LoulNe, stronir. healthy, 3 tn. pot Rpown.
iSOODerlOO: |l.>.OOi>erlO(«.
Fleld-erown N. Louise, very healthy and
larbO. II 00 per 100.
9coIl,T. Wave, Silver Spray, AIn.ka, E.
Plsrsoii, UcGowan, large, nice plants, now
ready, »5 on perlOO
GEO. H.BENEDICT, Yorkville, N.Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VIOLETS MY SPECIALTY!
pi.ts $306 per 100: $25.00 per 1000. Princess de
i,alleB. ?5 00perlOO; $i5 00 p«'rlOOO. 2=i.000 allforniH.
extra clumps, fr.-m flfld. $25.00 per lOJO. Special
price for lartrequiDllty.
lillocB, Charles X and Marie Le^rwy. 3 years,
crafted, wood forcins plants, delivered October 1st.
f5 00 per 100; $50 00 per 1000
Violets and Carnations delivered at once.
FEED. BOOLON. Sea Clifl. L. I.. N. V.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
...4000...
Mliljf LOUISE yiOlETS
Field Grown Plants, Large Clumps,
$5.00 per 10 0.
W. I. MILLS, Port Chester, H. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
15,000 VIOLETS
Field-Brown mARIE I,OUI8E and
CALIFORNIA, free from disease,
|6 00 per 100
FIELD-GROWN CARNATION PLANTS.
EDW. J. TAYLOR, - Southport, Conn.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VIOLETS.
Loxonnp 16 OOper IQt: $50 00 per ICOO
raillornia 5 00 " 40 00
Farquhar 6 00 '' 60 00 ';
Lady'cnn"Db»il' ■.■.■■... 5 00 " 15 00 "
Vvranle; While ..5 00 " 45 00 "
J.C. SCHMIDT &. CO., Bristol. Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
yiOL-ETS
FOR BENCHING NOW.
M.Louise, Campheiiand Swanley.flnestronjt
SH In. Price, $3.00 per 100; also 10,000 strong
field ollimps of California and Campbell for
Pall planting : ask for prices. .Smilax, 2H in.,
«ne. »2 50perl00.
BENJ. CONNELL, florist, West Grove, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VIOLETS
MARIE LOUISE.
MO to 7000 strong, healthy plants, $6.00 per 100;
$50.00 per 1000. 600 at 1000 rate.
JAmBS DUNCAN,
P.O. Box 19. New Hamburgh, Dutchess Co.. N.Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VIOLETS=sli
disease. MARIE LOUISE,' ciAR, and
SWANUEY -WHIXE. $30.00 per lOtO;
81i 00 per 500; $4.0(1 per 100.
E. MCNALLY,
leffersonCo. ANCHORAGE, Ky.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Thanks.
lellow Marguerite .11 aold that are rooted.
•^—-'- the Exchange. HENRY NBBNER.
---,S. T.,Feb. 3. 1897,
The Plorists' Exchmnge.
787
1000 FINE
..CYCAS..
From $1.00 up,
A Fine Lot of RUBBERS, &c.
HESSION, Clarkson St., Flatbush, L I.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FERHS! FERNS!!
Hardy Cut Ferns.
sfoLUnJ.
Florists' Exchange
HSPjIBHeUS PLUiSI
4 TO 6 INCH HIGH.
16th
CASH WITH ORDER.
S. TAPLIN, Detroit, Mich.
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FERNS
We make a specialty of small
ferns for the Fall trade.
Write for special prices on large
quantities. Order early.
JOHN SCOTT,
KEAP STREET GREENHOUSES
BiaOO^X,-S-lT, iT. -2-.
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W. K. HARRIS
c-alls the attcutiou of his many
patrons to his unusually fine
stock of the following plants:
FIGUS ELASTIGA,
PANDANUS YEITGHII.
LATANIA BORBONIGA,
in .ill .-iz.'S, from 10c. to $5.00.
AREGA LUTESGENS.
Fine stock ; medium sizes.
DRAC£NA SANOERIANA.
The uomint< plant for the center
of tlic fern dish. I have the
lart^ost stock of this beautiful
plant iu this country.
COGOS VIEDDEUANA.
.\ laige aud fine stock of this
valuable aud useful little palm.
I would especially call attention to my
stock of DWARF OTAHEITE URANGES.
Very well fruited.
Many other Decorative Plants not here i
Wn. K. HARRI5,
55th &. Springfield Ave., PHILADELPHIA.
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A Great Help and Saving.
The Flobistb' Exchange Ih a great'jielp and
iiiviug to florists when they want anything, as they
through a lot of cat.logui-s c. McQILl.lVRAY.
Brattlcboro, Vt„ July 14,1897.
FARQUHAR VIOLETS
strong, healthy plants, from pots. $5.00 per 100.
Cash with order. Sample plants. 10 cents.
THOMAS F. O'BRIEN, Folsom St„ Roslindale, Mass.
VIOLETS! VIOLETS I!
MARIE LOUISE. Pot grown, clean and
healthy In every particular, $5.00 per 100 ; $45.00 per
1000. Sample plant, 10c. Cash with order.
'W9I. J. CHIMKICK, Trenton, K. J.
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FIGUS ELASTIGA,
Very strong, $7.00. $6.00. $5.00 and $4.00 per doz.
FIELD-CROWN CARNATiONS,
Scott, McGowan. Tidal Wave and
Brilliant, $4000 per lOOO.
P WAGNER Tulip St cer E 46th St., Flatbush, L.I.
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A BIG BARGAIN
On Fine A No. I Stock of
FORCING ROSES.
-.3000 Am. Beauties, $4.00 per 100; $35.00
$2.00 per
$1.5.00 per
2000 Mme. Ctaateneu?
■iOO Mermet,
'.JOOO -fV. La Erance,
too Belle Slebreclit,
-.2000 Meteor,
■iooo Bride,
300 cbris. de 2«oue,
100 Papa Gontler.
•20,000 W^ASHIIXGTONIA FILI-
PER A, aviini^h stock, extra fine plants,
$3.00 per 100 ; $25.00 per 1000.
Send for Price List for Palms, Kerns, etc.
Cash Must Accompany All Orders.
J B.H ISS, (l6So. Main St., Dayton, 0.
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RAWSON'S SUPERB VIOLETS
Improved strain of
:tion. Superior to Far-
vigorous. $3 00 per 100;
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GROVE P. RAWSON, ELMIRA, N.Y.
AMERICAN BEAUTY,!
luoted on applk-atlo
BRIDE<)MAID. PERf.E, METEOR. BRIDE,
KAISERIN, MERMET, I,A FRANCE and
ET. An extra tine lot of nlants. -t^«n'1 4 in.potfl
PLUMOSi;S. CALIFORSIA VIOLETS.
A. S. MacBEAN, Lakewood, New Jersey.
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r
Iper
! HERB'S PANSIES
Plants ready now, at ,$5.(
1000 ; 75 cts. per 100. A trial
order solicited from every
ALBERT M. HERR,
ARE THE BEST. Lancaster, pa.
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LILIUM HARRISII
. . . AND . . .
LONQIFLORUM
BULBS.
Have you been disappointed in quality, supply or in any
other way? If so, we can certainly satisfy you in
Quantity, Quality add Price.
Being the largest individual receivers of these goods
this year, and acting as agents for the Bermuda Bulb
Growers in the U. S., we are better able to serve cither
Florist or Dealer more satisfactorily than any other
source of supply.
Also Freesias, Calla Lilies, Huttercups, Oxalis, and all
other Bulbous Stock.
CLUCAS & BODDINGTON CO.
Importers, Exporters and Qrowers Agents,
CPII403 isihSL 60I and 503 W. 13th St., N. Y. CI
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788
The Pi-orists* Exchange.
GOOD SMILAX PLANTS. . .
2'A and 3 inch pots.
FINE STOCK OF VIOLETS.
Princess of Wales. Luxonne, California.
Admiral Avellan, Shoenbrunn, Lady H. Camp-
bell, Hwanluy White, all good strong clumps.
Send for price.
P. M. DE WITT. Torresdale, Philadelphia, Pa.
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4,000 mm Mm
In 3J4 inch pots, strong and healthy.
$2,50 per 100.
ASA L. BROWN, Davis Ave., Kearney, N.J.
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SMILAX
Strong heavy 1 year plai
plants. 1 year old. 214. ]
ADIANTUM REGALIS-IndiBpenBable for
floral work, |1.00 per doz
F. A. BALLER, Bloomlngton, III.
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SMILAX! SMILAX!
Extra 2 Id.. $1.60 per 100 ; $10.00 per 1000.
GLADIOLI, CUT SPIKES
By the 1000 or 10.000. Get our prices.
Terma Cash.
BETSCHER BROS., Canal Dover, Ohio.
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STVCILAX
strong, healthy plants, from 2J^ inch pots
$1.50 per 100; $13.00 per 1000. 5(0 at 1000 rates.
A8PAB AGUS.Tenuislmus and Flnmosus,
from 4 inch pots, $8.00 per 100.
JAMES HORiN i SON, Bridgeport, Conn.
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pspaiaps Plumosus Naqiis...
(True) transplanted seedling plants, now
readr, S25.00 per 1000. Samples or
aonlio.itK.n. Also fresh ASPARAGUS
SEED, ^to.oo per 1000 seeds.
Cash with order from unknown correb-
pondents.
R. ASNIUS, ■ • NEW DURHAM, N. J.
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SMILAX PLANTS
L2ya INCH POTS.
$2.00 per loo. Casb.
EDWIN A. SEIDEWITZ,
36 W. LEXINGTON ST., BALTIMORE, MD.
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CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
Twenty-nve best varieties for cut fioir-
era; Pink, Whiteand Yellow, a*t $3.00 per
100; $16.00 per 1000: my selection, from
R.H.MURPHEY,Urbana,Ohio.
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CYCLAMEN
GIGANTEUM
To color, i. e. White, White with red eye.
Crimson and Eose. Fine plants, from 4 inch
pots, ready for 6 inch shift, $17.00 per 100;
mixed, from 4 inch pots, $16.00 per 100.
ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS
era amounting to H and over F. O. B.. N.Y. Citj
SEAWANHAKA GREENHOUSES,
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Springfield, Mass. I
The Best Sireet Feai. |
At a meeting of the Hampden
County Horticultural Society'H directors
last week, the following varieties of sweet
peas were recommended as the best for
general culture.
First twelve, Aurora, Blanclie Burpee, |
Blanclio Ferr.y, Burpee's New Countess,
I'iicfly, ilnlden (ileam. Her Majesty,'
l..)v.l\ , .M.iiil of Honor, Royal Rose, '
Sr.i.'iid twi'lve, America, Countess of 1 ,
Al.ridcoi, riiptivjitinn, Dorothy Ten-
n.iiit. i;i,i\ Iii.ii-. Katlierine Tracy, Lady ' .
rrnz^iiMc. Mik^iilc, .Mrs. Ecliford, Prima ,
'I'liinl twilvc, Ap|.lc I'.lossom, Brilliant, ' '
idiiufttc-. ( aptaiii c]f the Blues, Uul^e of 1 '
ClMreDi-c, ICniily Lynch, Lottie Eckford, I I
Mctfcir, .Mrs. .Joseph Chamberlain, Mars, ,
( ivicl. .Scnator-thii-ty-six in all. (
The ,i\v;ir(ls that wei-e not made at the
tiineof till' recent sweet pea show were 1
for Cultural Directious for Sweet Peas
aiiilfdrCi-iticlBmof the.'iweetPea Review.
The ciitricK in the first case were referred
to a committee with power: the award
for Criticism was made to AV. F. Gale.
Jottings.
The property of N. J. Herrick is advei-
tiwfd for sale September 2, to satisfy a
iiiortKage. His whereabouts arenotgen-
crally known.
C M. Taylor, for a time in the employ
of Herrick's fioral establishment, will
(ilien a store in Waterbury, Conn., Sep-
tember 1. He will have associated with
him a Mr. Lawson. The firm name wiU
be Lawson & Taylor.
There is some complaint that carna-
tions are decaying at the roots in the
fields on account of the excessive wet.
Asters are very abundant. Boses im-
prove. Carnations are short, but plenti-
ful enough for the demand, as business is
yet very quiet except for some funerals.
C. R. Miller has returned from Provi-
dence. Mr. Wilson is also at his old place
after some weeks' recreation.
W. F. G.
Greenhouse Woodwork
St. Louis.
The Supply.
Cold and cloudy weather prevailing
during the last week has made roses
somewhat scarcer. Asters and tuberoses,
hydrangeas, and other. Summer flowers,
however, are here in ample supply, with
no danger of a shortage for a couple of
weeks to come. Roses that are coming
in are of better quality and sell fairly
well. Beauty are in demand here with
no supply to speak of. Carnations are
scarce and will probably remain so until
the first crop comes on the stock after
it is brought indoors.
ConTeutlon Echoes.
St. Louis florists are quite pleased
with the news that the next annual con-
vention of the S. A. F. will take place in
the West. Although Omaha is a good
ways off from .St. Louis, still we recog-
nize that we have many acquaintances
to make in the West that will be of great-
er immediate benefit to us than the re-
newal of old ones in the East, from a bus-
iness standpoint.
lieorKC M. Ivellogg of Pleasant Hill,
.Missiiuii. who attended the convention,
Inst 110 tiiui'in sending the news to us,
and his message ends with the instruc-
tion : ■' Tally one for the Western flor-
ists." He says, too, " We Westerners must
work hard to make this convention a
success." I believe that his sentiment
wdl be carried along the line, and that
although we may not have many promi-
nent Honsts at Omaha and its vicinity,
all the Hcjrists for hundreds of miles
.irouiKl till' (Jueen City of Nebraska will
mm in I.i^i.liiii: fh.-iv CM-t-i-ii hrethren a
lieart\ .1 m [i,,,,o- welcome,
and th' 1 idvance,
" '■ I -111 ill attend
tli.it \\v III -I II I I jil I- ml \acation
.Vuiitlirr pleasant surprise comes to us
in the new s that the .Society has honored
line c)l those sterling young men whose
energy and devotedness to work makes
them worthy of the respect of their co-la-
borers, by electing William F. (iude ot
Washington, D. C, for its president in
1.S9.S. All who know him have learned
to ajipreciate his good qualities, and \'\ c
li.ue no licsit;it](in 111 believing that at
tlie cxpiiMtiiiii lit his term we will all be
,iii\i(ius .uid iiistihc.l in patting him on
the hai k \\ itha Uell done, goodie boy."
He has our best wishes for a successful
term as the chief executive of the Society.
Open-air-dried Cypress Lumber is more durable, and better suited to
Greenhouse conditions, than kiln-dried stock. But you cannot get it from
those that are engaged in the business in a small way — even though their
entire business is confined to greenhouse material— for it takes a long time
for the lumber to thoroughly dry and this means an investment in lumber
that only those ot large capital can make. The only way to have air-dried
lumber is to buy green lumber and hold it until it dries. Those that order
dry lumber from the producers ot Cypress get kiln-dried stock. It is
cheaper tor them to kiln-dry than to hold the stock long enough to season
it in the open air. We carry a largo stock and fill all orders with open-air-
dried Cypress clear ot knots, sap and all other defects.
■Write for Circulars
Lockland Lumber Co.
LOCKLAND, OHIO.
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Jottings.
L. Armstrong is sending in hun-
dreds of stalks of hisnew tuberose. Snow-
flake, which received a certificate of merit
at the convention. It is a considerable
improvement on the old single tuberose,
and sells very readily in this market.
F. C. Weber has finally moved into his
new store, and is being congratulated
right and left upon the marvelous beauty
of the fixtures and ornaments in the
place. -
E. C. Beuchel, the jovial secretary of
the Riessen Floral Co., has just returned
Irom a vacation of several weeks spent at
the Mackinac Islands and is read.v for a
hard Winter's tussle for business. M. H.
Savannah Ga.
The Georgia State Horticultural So-
ciety held a ver.v successful meeting here.
August 4, 5, and 6. Several very inter-
esting papers were read and discussed.
A resolution showing it to be the sense of
the society that an entomologist and
micrologist should be added to the exper-
iment station at Griffin was submitted,
and will be presented to the commission-
ers of the stations. Tlie following officers
will serve during the ensuing year: Presi-
dent, P. .1. Berckmans, Augusta, Ga. :
secretary, .1. H. Miller, Rome, Ga. : treas-
urer, L. A. Berckmans, Augusta, Ga.
The next annual meeting will be held
at Americus, Ga.
* "JKDOO" *
X FIBRE and LIQUID are used and X
* endorsed by the leading growers. X
^ Try them and be convinced. X
?♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦.*
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^1
Erais' kpmei ChlleDse.
before placing your orders else*
where.
Quaker City Machine Co.,
KIOBMOIiD, IND.
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CYPRESS
BBEEHHOBiJE
MATERIAL
VILVESanilFITTIIIt!
For Pipe and Tubing.
VENTILATING APPARATUS.
,N.Y.
SEND FOE CaTALOQDI
Meutlon paper.
OF ANY DESCRIPTION.
•■NO FOR OATALOOUE.
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SUMMER IN WINTER
By Using
Standard Greenhouse Boilers
One cent gets our Catalogue.
GIBLIN & CO., = Utica, N. I.
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Chadborn's Automatic
Vriililil I mm _
CHADBORN, STEPHENS & CO
NEWBURGH, N. V.
When Writing Me
Exchangi
TV -row ■WABJX
A GOOD SASH LIFT
For K Very Uttle Koney Get
For Descriptlye Catalogue Send to
J. D. CARMODY, Evansvllle, Ind.
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. qrPRESs
,IS MUCH h|>RE DURASLCTHANi
SASH BARS
ToJ(t FEET »r.
Ithe^Lt STeari;v5 Lymbeir (b.,
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Thb Florists* Exchange.
789
LORD & BURNHAH CO.,
Horticultural Architects and Builders Steam and Hot Water Heating
Engineers.
Plans and)
of Horticultural Bulh
only, ready for erecti
(Established 1856.)
furnished on application for Greenhouses, Conservatories, and all kinds
ings, erected complete with our patent iron construction ; or for material
GBEEPODSE HE|ITI|I& IND VEHTILITIHI!,
Horticultural Architecture and Building.
^^ ESTABLISHED 1844.
£ 233 Mercer Street, NEW YORK.
Largest Builders of Greenhouse Structures. Plans and construction embrace
latest improvements. Six highest awards at the World's Pair
Send four cents postage to New York office for latest catalogue
NEW YORK OFFICE: GENERAL OFFICE AND WORKS:
160 FIFTH AVE., COR. 21ST ST. IRVINGTON-ON-HUDSON, N. Y.
evEKV n.OWLTaV OVGHX XO , white p e I nnFR «a««'if
II«8W«E HISGI-A88 AGAIK8T >»• »■ LUUtH, SBC jT,
HAIL,. NATIONAL FLORIST'S BOARD OF TRADE,
For partloTiUn addrasB *^*1 Itroadwnj. Idcw York.
lOHNe. BSLERtSeo'T. Saddle RlTer, K.J. ! in reKnrd t.> Collectiona, Credits, etc.
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GLASS
FOR GREENHOUSES, CONSERVATORIES, GRAPERIES, HOTBEDS AND
FLORISTS' USE GENERALLY. AT LOWEST RATES.
L. HT^RRIS 3k SON. '
497 W. BROADWAY, NEW YORK, t9 LIBERTY ST., NEW YORK
B«t.H«Dit«n uid BlM.k.r BU, B.t. Br«Kdw*r and Chur.k 6U.
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GLASS!
GLASS!
For Greenhouses, Conservatories,
Graperies, Hotbeds and all other
purposes, at Lowest Rates.
N. COWEN'S SON, 392 & 394 West Broadway, New York,
Formerly 1114 and 156 So. Fifth Avenne.
Bet our Flgrores before buying Glass. • Estimates Freely Given
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t
CALIFORmAJtEDCEDAR
I. DIETSGH t CO. 619 Shtffielil Ivtnui,' CHICUO.
MANCTACTUHERS OF
RED CEDAR AND CYPRESS GREENHOUSE MATERIAL.
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THE VAN REVPER
PERFECT GLAZIERS' POINTS
HENRY A. DREER, 7(4 Chestnut St., Phiia., Pa.
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SEND FOR OCB "iKW CATALOGUE, WHICH SHOWS ^
ITte M lutoniatic Game Veiitilatorj
9 Buocessfnlly, Soil maohtnes n
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TRADE GREENHOUSES.
THE BEST MADE.
"Florists" Get Your Plans and Estimate from
PLENTY'S HORTICULTURAL WORKS,
148-156 Randolph Ave , JERSEY CITY, N.J.
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FIVE PATTERNS OF BOILERS.
NINETEEN SIZES,
Perfect Sash Raising Ipparatns.
RosehouscB, Greenhouses, Etc., of Iron
Frame Construction erected complete
or the Structural Iron Work ship-
ped ready for erection.
Iron Frame Benches with the
"Perfect Drainage Bench Tile"
•r Slate Topi.
FOR II.I.VSTRATED CATALOGUE.
STANDARD VENTILATING MACHINE.
NONE
EQUAL IT
IN
Strength
S AND
Durability
S«nd for Catalogue.
NOTHING
Flimsy
OH
Complicated
about it.
E. HIPPARD. YOUNGSTOWN. OHIO
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EfiOVOillE cr. HE0TIIII!,
Low Cost Greenhouse
BDILDIIII!
HENRY W. GIBBONS,
Heating Engineer and Greenhouse Architect.
136 LIBERTY STREET, NEW YORK.
rVnmT k nllinr on aUmatterspertalnlDelotheDeslBn. construction and Fquip-
^MfrKI AllWIIal* ment iif Kreenhousea. Greenhouse Plans prepared. B>a 1i,k
LAI kill flUWlVk and VentllatInK Apparatus and Building Materials furnlBbed.
DONT SYRINGE WITH COLD WATER fi\Ve°^iZV.'^V,''f<'ilr°lX'l±ll:i
0 best means to TEMPER THE WATER
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FOR GLAZING GREENHOUSES. SUPERIOR TO PUTTY IN EVERY WAY.
Is not hardened by Ibe extreme beat or cold that a greenh
itbec
, Is constantly subjeetod to both I
teide. but with a machine only.
niaatlca and Alnstica Glazing machine were Elven
HIGHEST AWARD OF SOCIETY OF AMERICiN FLORISTS AT PITTSBURG, 1895.
Put up in gallons, $1.00. Half gallons, 60 cts. Quarter gallons, 35 cts.
Mastical Glazing Machines, $1.00 each.
Bond (or full de>crlptlve circular and testimonlala. Acenta In all the principal citlea.
F. 0. PIERCE CO.,SoieManufacturers,170FultonSi., NewYork.
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miNTioii, rLORisn
It mil be to your advantage to look
into the merits of the Scollay
'Invincible" Hot Water Boiler.
It IS all that its name implies, and
don't forget it.
Cuts and full information mailed
on application.
JOHN A. SCOLLAY,
74 &, 76 MYRTLE AVE.,
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK.
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790
Thb F=i-orists' Exchange.
I J. K. ALLEN,
I C U T° "* F iTo W E R I
I 6r W. Z8th St., New York.
\ Orders by mall or teleerapta promptly atl
) to. Telephone Call, 382 38th St.
\ RCSES AND VIOLETS SPECIALTIES.
W. S. ALLEN,
17 West 28th St., New York.
FORD BROS.
WHOLESALE FLORISTS,
PURDY & BL.
Wholesale and CommlaBl
CUT FLOWERS
MAIIEHHAIE riSlT FSOITIS
57 WEST 30th I
B«l. Broadway & Gth Av*.
A. & F. ROLKER,
WHOLESALI DCAIIR8 IN
CUT FLOWERS
S3 "West 28tli St.
Telephone 2379 38th St. MEW YORK.
CHAS. W. McKELLAR,
WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORIST
Largest and best market in Chicago. Constant supply of all seasonable flowere.
Consignments of first grade goods solicited. Complete stock of Florists'
Supplies, Wire-work, etc. All orders given prompt attention.
Telephone, Main 1129. 43, 47, 49 WABASH AVENUE, CHICAGO. ILL.
BD. F. WINTERSON, Manager.
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JULIUS LANG,
Wholesale Florist
' 53 WEST 30tli ST.
CcDBlgnmenta Solicited. HEW YORK.
FRANK MILLANG,
Wholesale Commission Dealer
....in Gut Flowers....
THE NEW YORK GUT FLOWER GO.
119-121 West 23d Street,
f I 2-1 14 West 24th Street,
T8lsplios«733-18h. NEW YORK.
CCNSIONMENTS SOLICITED.
Special Attention Given to Shipping Orders.
For Prices ot Fancy and Special !4cook aee our Correspondence Colamn
Prices are tor quantities of one hundred unless otherwise noted.
Prices quoted above are given only after very careful inquiry, and while
1 tneir accuracy, they will be found practically cor "'
p the date mentioned.
imm wi
Wholesale Growers of Gut Flowers.
500,000 Feet of Glass.
We can fill all orders on short notice with all leading varieties of ROSES and
CARNATIONS. We are headquarters for fine AMERICAN BEAUTIES.
Give us a trial and convince yourself.
SALESROOM 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO, III.
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SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, "p^or^st"
A fine stock of VALLEY on hand throughout the Summer. Also a full line
of all seasonable cut flowers.
ORCHIDS— We can supply at short notice a few choice varieties, mostly Cattleyas.
During July, August and September we close at 6 P. M.
1612-1614 Barker St. Bet. chestnut & Market sts. Philadelphia, Pa.
Local and Long Distance 'Phone 6310.
W. ELLISON,
Wholesale Gut Flowers,
Florial Suppllea. Wire Oealgns.
2744 Franklin Ave., ST. LOUIS, MO.
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C. A. KUEHN,
WHOLESALE FLORIST,
1122 Pine St., St. Loni.s, Mo.
A COMPLETE LINE OP WIBE DESIGNS.
ifl£. F=. SHERIDMN
CUT FLOWERS
39 West aSih St., New Kork.
Telephone, 214— 38th Bt.
PRICE LIST SENT ON APPLICATION.
Frank H. Traendly. charlbs Schenck.
TRAENDLY & SGHENCK,
Wholesale Florists,
38 W. 28th St. and CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE,
NEW YORK.
Telephone 961-18th St.
^^Consignments Solicited.
JOHN YOUNG,
Wholesale Flofi^t,
51 W^EST 28th ST.,
NEW YORK.
WM. J. BAKER.
Wholesale Florist
1432 So. Penn Square,
Philadelphia, Pa.
DUMONT & CO.,
WHOLESALE FLORISTS
CARNATIONS A SPECIALTY.
No. 1305 Filbert St., Philadilphi .. I
S. FROWERT
Wholesale Florist,
17 North 13th Street,
PHILADELPHIA, PA.
Consignments S
KENNICOTT BROS. COMPANY,
Wholesale • Gut • Flowers,
88 'Watiasb Avenue,
CHICAGO, ILL.
WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY.
ROGERS PARK FLORAL GO.,
Mrs
OFFICE AND SALESROOM,
WABASH AVE., CHICAGO.
AMERICAN BEAUTIES.
C. W, YirORS,
Wholesale Florist,
313 N. LEFriNOWBLL AVENUE.
ST. LOITIS, MO.
TtCTE ROSES— Shipped carefully to sU
parts of the country.
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August 28, 1897.
The F=lorists' Exchange.
791
Wholesale Florists
JOBBERS IN
FLORIST'S
SUPPLIES.
FLORISTS' VASES.
HAWLEY STREET, ■ BOSTON.
GEO. A. SUTHERLAND,
SUCCESSOR yO WM. J. STEWART,
CUTFLOWEHSaniirLOmnUFFLIESl
WHOLESALE.
67 Bromfield St., Boston, Mass.
City Hall Cut Flower Market
WELCH BROS., Props.
Regular Consignors Given Space Free
of Charpe. Space let to growers wishing
to sell their own goods.
Flowers Shipped to all Points.
...SEND FOR PmCU LIST..
Buffalo Gut Flower Exchange
WHOLESALE COMMISSION.
CONSIGMUENTS SOLICITED.
481 Washington St., BUFFALO, N. Y.
Telephone. Seneca. 136.;.
H. L. SUNDERBRUCH CO.,
Wholesale Commission florists,
4th and Walnut Streets,
CINCINNATI, OHIO.
RSPIIBIIIIDil PLOin0illl8 HBimS,
Shipped to any part of the
cnvjntry.
A GOOD HOSE is a GOOD INVESTMENT
apest. To ascertain i
vide the cost per foot by
The beat ie I
le number of years it wiu last, we are in tiie market to compeie m numDerot years wim
jything that ia manufactured. Price 13cts. per foot for J^ inch ; 16ct8. per foot for H inch
id SOcts- per foot for 1 inch hose.
■' Best hose I hare bou^rht in twelve years."— N. Studeu. " !t Is fine." E. G. Hill.
^« Address J. G. & A. ESLER, Saddle River, N. J.
. When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FLOWER POTS^-
We ore lyiRnufactnrlDK a Full Line of
STANDARD FLOWER POTS and HANGING BASKETS
OF THE BEST QUALITY.
Shipping Facilities First-ClaBS, thereby Securing Lowest Freight Kates.
Our goods are well packed, and breakage is nominal. Give us a trial. Send for Price List.
Address THE SYRACUSE POTTERY CO., 403 N. SAUNA ST., SYRACUSE, N. Y
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
The live Florist is now planning for next season. Are you lie? If so, or not,
do not overlook the assisting features that might go with use of a set of
LONG'S FLORISTS' PHOTOGRAPHS.
INTENDED FOR USE IN TAKING ORDERS. NEW CATALOGUE FREE.
Also a new and adaptable FLORISTS' CATALOGUE of Cut Flowers and Arrangements.
CIRCULAK ON APPLICATION.
DAN'L B. LONG, Publisher, BUFFALO, N.Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
HEADQUARTERS Ne:Mrrii!X us
ROSES. CARNATIONS AND
ALL SEASONABLE FLOWERS.
WM. F. KASTING. ^^'Son
St. Louis
Gut Flower Go.
WHOLESALE
FLORISTS,
1620 Olive St.
ST. LOUIS, MO.
When Writine Mention Florists' Bxchanee
* E. G. HILL & CO..
I Wholesale Florists,
RICHMOND. INDIANA.
►♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦4
ng Mention Florii
J
. . . FOR FINEST . . .
Qalax Leaves and
Leucothoe Sprays,
ALWAYS WRITE THE INTRODUCERS.
Highlands Nursery, Kawana, N. C
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Galax Leaves.
CHAS. H. RICKSECKER, Linville, N. C.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FIBRE==Every plant grown in it thrives
without earth.
LIQUiD==The best, safest and cheapest
Fertilizer sold.
THE AMERICAN JADOO CO.,
U. S. Patent and Sll Fa.rn.onnt Avenue.
Trade Mark.
PHILADEI^PHIA, PA.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
JOHN GONLEY & SON,
MANUFACTURERS OF
TIN FOIL
2 and 4 Dominick Street,
NEW YORK.
When Writing Mention Klorisis' Exchange
M. RICE &CO.,
Importers and Manufacturers of
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.
26 N. 4th St., Philadelphia, Pa.
NEW FALL CATALOGUE NOW BBAD1
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CHOCOLATE COOLER CO..
GRAND RAPIDS, MICH.
Manufacturers of
FLORIST'S REFRieERlTOR^.
Send for Circular.
When Writing Mention Florists* Exchange
STANDARD
FLOWER POTS
W. H. ERNEST,
gtatlon M, N. E., WASHINGTON, D. O
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FURMAN BOILERS
Greenhouse Heating.
SAFE, SUBSTANTIAL. SIMPLE. ECONOMICAL.
I'ortaliUMirlinckSet.
GREAT COAL SAVER.
.Srrul lor catalogue. Ketimates Free.
THE HERENDEEN MFC. CO.,
BRANCH OFFICES :
noBton, 54 Oliver St.; I'liil.-idolphm, 1019 Betz Bld'g;
" St. ; Milwaukee, 135 2d St.
EXCELSIOR CARNATION SUPPORTS
$8.00 per lOflO: $1.00 per 100.
50,000 CARNATIONS.
Field-grown plants, all the standard
varieties $6.00 per 100; $60.00 per
2 ft., $6.00 per 1000; Hi ft., $6.00 per
lOtO; 3 ft., »7.00 per lODO; 4 ft.,
$8.00 per 1000.
STEMMING WIRE.
20 to 2t, 60 cts. per stone ; 33 and 86,
$1 40 per stone. 21.22 cut 9 or 12
per box of 12 '
FERNS.
ADIANTUM CUNKATUM.
In 3. 4, 6, 6 inch pots, ID to 60 fronds,
at S. 16, '«, 35 els. eacb.
BOSTON FERN.
Ready for 5 inch pots, very strong,
at !iO ots. each ; Mixed Feme, at
$6.00 per 100.
GROUND BONE.
$1.60 per 100; $28.00 per ton. Sample
on application.
It less I hail 60 lbs. at these prici s.
,„««« D..UC BULL DOG HOSE.
30,000 I'ALMS., 12. 13, l«,>15ct8. per foot.Smd 7 ply.
he lowest prices. Send tor list. I Send for sample.
H. F. LITTLEFIELD, Worcester, Mass.
Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
STANDARD ♦ POTS.
We are now ready to supply a superiol
quality of Pots in unlimited quantities.
Catalogues and price lists furnished on
application.
A. H. HEWS & CO.,
NORTH CAMBRIDGE, - MASS.
When Writing- Meiition Florists' Exchange
SHEEP FERTILIZER
PULVERIZED. COMPRESSED.
A Quick G.rminator and Crop Forcer
NilDSAL. ODOELESS. CLEAN TO HAK5LE.
JOHN J. PETERS CO., Long Island City, N.Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SHEEP MANURE
cleaned and prepared expreasly for fljrUts' use.
,0 Its beinK tlrsi -class 1 refer yo'u to Henry F.
Mlchell. 1018 Market Strei". Phila.. Pa. Trial bass
)t 150 lbs .»2 60i per ion.»25C0. M ton at ton rale.
Ilermora Itose- will be taken In eichanuc.
GODFREY ASCHMANN.
IOI2 Ontario St., PHILA., PA.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
STANDARD FLDWER PDTS.
inch, per 1000, »3 (
With hacdii
(1 Inch, per d
Seed or Bulb Pnin, same price as pots.
Lawn Vnnei., n.tlT In.. »1.00; 18x20 In.. »1.60.
We have all the latest niachlnery tor making
Standard potl of the best cfitMlty. Address
HILFINGER BROS. POTTERY,
FORT EDWARD, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
792
Tue i=5LORlSTS*
•XCHHNG©
LARGEST AND BEST STOCK OF
PREPARED CYCAS LEAVES
TO BE FOUND ABiVWRERE
Metal Floral Designs, Sheaves, Doves, Baskets, Moss Wreaths, Wheat, Milkweeds
Cape Flowers, Wire Work, and all Florists' Supplies.
Write for oatalogrue. Free to the trade.
A. HERRMANN, 404-412 East 34tli Street (Near Ferry), New York,
ol METAL FLORAL DESIGNS, Importer and Dealer In FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
DO NOT BE HUMBUGGED
"'"^''Y^jrGREfNSILKftUNE
DEATH TO THE INSECTS
HARMLESS TOTHE PLANTS.
Theo.ijn,
r JOUN C,
.uoet. BOST
SrSTo,'n?L£ffli T"^ KENTUCKY EXTRACT CO. Columbus, 0
. .lIEVEKftCO., I SOLE llAXVFAeTURERS,
\Vhen Writing Mention Florists' Exchange ' When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
DRAC/ENA SANDERIANA fiZ'tl).' 1 SMILAX |l:one?m' '"'°"' '^ """' ■"•"
l.otB. li.OO per dot. PIFMATIS Large Uowerinir varieties. Orderi
FIPII^ Fl ASTira In eicellent condition, ! I'LtniM I la boosed now t.ir Fall delivery.
rlUUd LLMSIlUn sin. pota.»100perdoz. Price List on application.
C. EISei^E, xitli and Jefferson Streets, Ptailadelpbia, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
£i-i;£i>zx<].a.zrf the professional growers.
A Gold Mine at Your Own Door.
More than one str
into a good thing Ihi^
plants which have ma
wonderfully sueees.sful.
i'illage and hamlet can come
lods and getting some of the
ilthy and well-known, but .so
TAKING ADVANTAGE OF THIS OFFER
"We will send you Amekican (;iARDENiN(i, one year, and
FIVE HENRY STRAWBERRY PLANTS, {JisT^^i^- O
^lants
be shipped now or in the Spring, as you prefer.
I $1.00
Mr. Je
1 and 1
swill be published in time to be of service for Fall plant
"He who hesitates U lost." It is not likely that such an offer or such an
opptirtunity will occur again in years, thi'rofore hand us your name to-day. Present
subscribers to Amekican Gardening are entitled to this offer on renewal; if their
subscriptiou has not yet expired it will be dated ahead.
N. B.— Subscribers to Florists' Exchange wishing to know full terms for
procuring subscriptions to American Gardening under this offer, posters, with
full life-sized illustration, etc., are invited to write us without a moment's delay,
for the remaining season is short. Address
AMERICAN GARDENING, P. 0. Box 1697, New York.
AA .^ SO- XT fL £3 ,
»lso by boat. Win. Abernetby, Room 310.
1216 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florlats' Exchanee
BES
Florists,
When Writing M
PIBIT Cured
Tobacco Co.
Ilc,Ky
Florists' Exchange
"WBI^CH BROXHERS,
DEALERS IN
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
■ 5 Province Street, I
TELCPHONE, 1782 18TH ST.
When Writing Mention Florists' Ezchanse
B05T0N.
Wire DeslRDS, Wheat Sheaves, Baskets, Im-
ortellea, Cape Flowers, Cut Flowers, Boxes,
aud all other supplies, at prices to meet c
petition
[K-\SlEaPS SAVE THE BLOOMS
W>ni&J NIKOTEEN
i», DOES NOT INJURE SENSITIVE
•^ PIANTS.U5E0 FOR FUMIGATION
ORSPRAYINCINDOORSOROUT.
200roUNDSlII8ACa)IN0NEPlNINIKBI!Dl
Price $l.50. ALL SEEDSIMEN.
1 Writing Mention Flor
K^fsPaiiil and Slog St(o(WorKs.
PAINTS, GLASS, PUTTIES, OILS, ETC.
ECONOMIC INSECTICIDES and FUNGICIDES,
AGRICULTURAL CHEMICALS and BONE.
B.HAMMOND, FISHKILL on HUDSON, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
GOLD FISH.
Fine Healthy Stock.
Medium to large size. $10 00 per 100. Cash
With or ier. No charge for shipping cans.
Gold Pish can be shipped bv Express thou-
s I nda <.r miles with safety and are a profltable
and attractive stocii to handle.
Full line of Aquaria Supplle,..
KEENAN'S SEED STORE,
6112 and 6M4 Wentworth Ave., CHICAGO.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchang'e
i supply deaJei
N. F. McCarthy, Treas. &
..'^::V BOSTON, MASS. ...SK^V
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
We are a straight shoot and aim to grow into a vigorous plant,
A WEEKLY MEDIUM OF INTERCHANGE FOR FLORISTS. NURSERYMEN, SEEDSMEN AND THE TRADE IN QENBRAL.
YOL. IX. HO. 36.
NEW YORK, SEPTEMBER 4, 1897.
One Dollar Per Year.
DECORATIVE PLANTS
ARECA BAUERI.
.$3.00 per (ioz.; $15.00 per 100
.$3.U0 per doz.; $25.00 per 100
.$6.00 per doz.; $50.00 per 100
COCOS WEDDELIANA.
3 inch pots $3.00 per doz.; $33 00 per 100
4 inch pots, single stem $5.00 per doz.; $40.00 per lio
t Inch pots, bushy. 3 plants in a pot $5.00 per doz ; $40.00 per 100
KENTIA BELMOREANA
2 inch pots $12.00 per 100
3 inch pot3, 8-12 inches high, 4 to 5 leaves $3 50 per doz.; $25.00 per 100
4 inch pots, 12-16 Inches high 4 to 6 leaves $4.50 per doz.; $35.00 per 100
6 inch pots, 18-20 inches higli, 6 to 7 leaves, stocky $9 00 per doz.; $75.00 pe ""
Large specimen plants, prices on application.
KENTIA FORSTERrANA.
8 inch pots $10.00 per 100
3 inch pots, 12-15 inches high $15.00 per 100
4 inch pots, 15-18 inches high $4.50 per doz.; $()5.00 per 100
LATANIA BORBONICA.
3 inch pots $10.00 pe
4 inch pots, lS-15 inches high $3.00 per doz. ; $25.00 pe
6 inch pots, 18-20 inches high, stocky $9.00 per doz.; $75.00 pe
PHOENIX RECLINATA.
4 inch pots, 13-15 inches high $3.00 per doz.; $35.00 per 100
B inch pots, 15-18 inches bigli jO.OO per doz.; $45.10 per l""
ARECA LUTESCENS. ^Jrd^£;'$5aM*per° m'''^''' ^ """"' '" " '""" *"
GEONOMA GRACILIS. 2 inch pots.'. $lo.OOperlOO
LIVISTONA HOOGENDORPII. US^l^^..lW:^CO-^00-3GG.'3GGGOOl*3SX500L*--i
WhenW^rltlng Mention Florists' Exchange
highest germinaUng power.
J. L. SCHILLER, Rutherford, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
The F=i-orists' Exchkngi
795
SEED TBUDE POBT.
New York.— Business, generally speak-
ius. is fairly satisfactory. Bulb trade so
far is good : in connection with this line a
strange thins happened the past week,
viz., Dutch and Freiuh bulbs came in at
the same time, owiim to tin- Hutch stock
being very early and the last-named late
to arrive." All 'Dutch stock is unusually
good in quality : the bulbs arc well ri-
pened, of good color, and fair size.
Walter J. Knight, of Newark, N. J.,
was, on August 31, appointed receiver
for the F. E. McAllister Co., by Judge
Stover, of the Supreme Court, on the
application of EfHe B. Walter. We un-
derstand the appointment is to be con-
tested.
Sionx City, la.— A temporary injunc-
tion has been issued i-estrainiug Receiver
.Jonathan W. Brown from operating
theSiou.\ City Nursery and Seed Com-
pany, a pnrtiiMi (if which he iircTitly pur--
chased at rccciNiT's siilr, in nnln- t'l pi-n-
tect the Sioux X.iti.in.-il CiTil, s cl.iiiii.
The hearing uii the iicnuaiiciit in.iuiii-tinu
will conic up at the next term u( ccjurt.
Grand Rapido. Mich —The Alfred J.
Brown Seed Company has been reorgan-
ized under the same name by Alfred J.
Brown, Sally B. Brown, Henry Idema,
and James R. Wyhe, who have tiled arti-
cles of association for the purchase, sale,
and preparation of seeds, graiu, fruits,
and produce, and the sale of implements
and tools of all kinds. The capital stock
is f 10,000, of which f 8,000 has already
been paid in.
European Notes.
Weather CondltlanB.
We are once more laboring unde
somewhat unfavorable conditions i:
western Europe so far as tiie woi-k i
harvesting is concerned, but a.s it ap])lir
to our plants for 1898 crops, tli.' r^iiii
we now share with our eastern bi-etlirei
very
ing weather is saiidwielied betwien the
storms, the present conditions are more
troublesome than destructive.
French Seed Crops.
In the south of France most of the
crops have already been secured, and the
safety of those still in the field is practi-
cally assured. The followingi-eiHirt r'aiily
summarizes the situation in that ilistrii-t,
and fully corroborates the information
already conveyed in these notes.
Beet and mangel, very little planted;
crop deplorable.
Carrot of all kinds, very little planted,
vegetation feeble, crop only mediocre.
Celery, more planted than last year,
crop moderate.
Chicory, endive, and tomato crop satis-
factory.
Lettuce, middling to good on the
whole, where the plants have not
tumbled.
Cabbage and savoy, almost nothing-
planted, crops very ordinary.
Leek, ciop insigniflcaut this season.
Onion, where the plants were not at-
tacked by mildew there is a middling
croi), some few i>ieces are extra good.
Spinach, insignificant crop, but of this
article not much is grown in this district.
Radish gives a very good crop, but
there is very little growing.
Lucerne has done well in Provence, but
in the de]iaTtiiieiit of Vancluse it is feeble.
same has b.iii i.iiil\ good.
Very little rain lias lallenin thisdistrict
during the pastcighteen months, and but
for the irrigation hardly any crops would
have survived: in the districts outside
the service of the canal, the plants were
literally burnt up by the snn jind hot.drv
winds. When it is icnieiiibere,! that s 1
growing is the piiinip.il indusliy of the
In 111,1 rket .seeds the principal fea-
tures are a brisk demand for tares which
is very welcome. Rape is still higher and
the price is very firm ; it is evident that
the crop is a small one, for now that the
POTTED STRAWBERRY ^m^
California Seeds.
Now that harvesting is at its height
something can be said about this season's
crops. The weather in general has been
cool throughout the Summer, and it has
made the crops come slowly and un-
evenly.
Onion Seed Crop.
Every endeavor is being made to
push the onion crop ; it is nearly all on
the drying sheets and threshing has
started Growers aie on the anxious
seat, while this crop is still outside, for
sometimes an early shower does a good
deal of damage. While the onion crop is
not lieavy this year, the seed will be of
good i|iiality; the prospects for a crop
tiie rirst part of the season were very
small, yet it turned out better thau ex-
pected;'some pieces were again affected
by the hot winds during the blooming
season, and the consequence is that the
heads are only filled on one side; one
grower has lost several hundred acres on
tliis a mit. anil tl.i- probabiHty is that
some ei.iitr.n-ts will !"■ filleda trifle short.
I'lie wliiti- and le.l. especially the former,
are more e.isilv affi'cted. Yellow onion
came through fairly well.
The prospects for higher prices for the
growers next season are very encourag-
ing; very few growers haveanycontracts
to grow onions this season and those
growers wlio let out contracts for the
liiillis will oiilv get half a crop. Onions
are II..W (pioti'd a dollar a sack In the
iiKirket, and at this price it does not pay
to buy and grow seed.
I.etluce, Radlbh, and Carroll.
Lettuce has turned out well ; al-
though it ripened very unevenly, it was
harvested in good shape. The radish
seed crop is now cut and is only an ordi-
nary yield. Carrot, so far, looks very
good ; the same can be said of leeks and
cauliflower.
isstilh
.iigln
fruit i's not there. Melons are in thesame
condition.
Fluni-r Serda.
As predicted, sweet peas did not
turn out flrst-class; the crops were the
lightest in several years, even the volun-
teer stands which got an unusually early
start last Fall, did not yield well. Eck-
ford's latest set will only yield half a
crop, and Lady Nina Balfour which ger-
iiiiiiated so jioorlv will not be put on the
iiiiuket at all, li'iit will all be used as
stock seed fur next yem-'s growing. Pink
Cujiid promises to be tlie leading novelty
next year; its growth is ex.-ictly like
Cupid and the vitality of llieseed as good
as ordinary Blanclie Ferry.
Asters are now in full lilooni and a fine
sight they are ; Sem pie's seem to lead, with
Comet a good second ; California will es-
tablish a reputation for aster seed as it
has done on sweet peas; one grower has
someCiant Comet that are indeed beauti-
ful : the flowers are as large as Seniples,
but on ther.iiiiet order; the petalage is
very ii.irrow and long, and the flowers
look exactly like a chrysanthemum;
this sti-ciin has lieen developed in several
\-istuitiiniis are
in
als,,.lapane,se Mon
g
(,
lories
' Verbe-
nas are now going
S(
ei
; the
■rop will
be very good; liini
s
.\l
IIIIIIK
Ih Ford-
ll.
1
mixture. Japaies.
1
li
■!■.■ is
lio seed.
11
la;"! A
, bloom.
American Dahlia Society.
The schedule of prizes offered by
Society for their second annual exl
tion, to be held under the auspices of
Pennsylvania Horticultural Society.
tlie
only. The awardsare conhned
medals and certificates of nieri
of the Society, however, may,
hoped, will, contribute specif
For schedules address E. Cliftoi
Secretary. 4827 Main street,
town, Philadelphia, Pa.
t Glen M iry. Blsmaroli. Enormous. Marshall, Mary Brandywlne. MIchiEan Greeny lie
Beder Wood, Bubach. Charles Downin . Loyelt's Early. Qandr. Cumberland. Parker
Schuster's Gen., Haverlaud Mi.-hHl's Early. Sharplees, Tennessee Pruliflo Woolverlon,
'"'latani'a°B'or'bi1Ilca, 3 1'n?!.!.^'!? do°pef m'pandanns Utilla, BOOd plants, 3 In. pete, 9cta. each.
THE ELIZABETH NURSERY COMPANY, Elizabeth, N.J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Write at Once |
CORNELIUS S. LOOER, Secretary,
NATIONAL FLORISTS' BOARD OF TRADE,
Regavding Collections. Credits. «c. 271 Broadway, N.Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
trade pkt.
HENRI B^AULIEU, Woodhavcn. Belmont Ave.,
Whon WHtlTlF Montinn Florlota' Kxch!
Palm Seeds...
From thecelebratednurseriesof D HAY
& SON, Auckland. New Zealand.
ARECA BAUiRII Immediate delivery.
KENTIA BELMOREANA. Si ptenibtr delivery.
E. H. PATTERSON, Sole Agt. for U. S, A.
204 Pearl Street, NEW YORK CITY.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
HOME GROWN BULBS
FOR SALE.
Correspondence solicited from thi
n, or contemplatii g going- into bu
n the South.
Calla Bulbs
We have facilities and direct connectione
with growers of these bulhs in California hy
which we secure select roots, well cured and
healthy. For these pries we give
EXTRA GOOD VALUE.
FIRST SIZE, m to W in
SFL'CT. H'.n.it H4 to 134,,,. .uu..ii.c«..... .;...„
EXTRA SELECT, about 2 lo2Hin. in diam. . .l-Mi^i
VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE
84 & 86 Randolph St., Chicago.
14 Barclay Street, New York.
When Writing Mention Florists' Bichange
VALLEYS!
True Berlin anii Hamburg Pips. A 1 quality, and very
evenly assorted, at import prices, in case lots only.
J. L. SCHILLER. Rutherford, N. J.
Sole Anent foi-F.C. I'oini encke, Hambure.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FOREST SEED.
500 1
SPECIAL BARGAINS IN PLANTS. White and
Norw«j Spruce. 18 10 2< In. (.t.icky p'antsl. tlPOO
par 100. Double KnKlisb Buttercupa »l2.0o per 100.
Double White Red and Pink ra!onie». atmng
clumoa, »12 00DerIOO. Hydrai geas 3 in. pots tl.OO
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ILL BULBS IND PLIHTS
For Summer and Fall Delivery, QuoteA
at Very Low Rates.
FREE ON BOARD CARS OR BOATS
NEW YORK CITY.
HULSEBOSCH BROS., Englewood, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
WINTZER'S NEW PEDIGREE CANNAS.
rn introil
■XHE COITj^KID &; JOISTEE
When Writing Mentl
i»on. niAIDE7«'S BCl'SH, color of
ire»t iiiirn wliltr. »iid mauy other
tion. Write for Sperial LiRt. . . .
CO., TATErf'X GrEO'VE, F .&.
Florists' Exchange
H. P. Roses, Clematis, * . *
♦ * • Rhododendrons, Magnolias,
direct from the producers,
II Dutch Bulbs.
C. BOBBIN K, Agent for the Horticultural Co., Boskoop, Holland.
and all other kinds of Nursery Stock
at rock bottom prices.
Low prices quoted now
P. O. Address RUTHERFORD, N. J
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PoRNAMEllTArT^^^ t
4
4
d Shrubs, A
i Roses, Bulbs and Hardy Perennials
f In LargeAssortmentand of Superior Quality
i Fully believe that we can show more Ornamental Trees
▼ and a larger, finer block of Hardy Roses, Hybrid Perpetual Moss and tlimbers
• of the leading popular varieties including the famous Crimson Rambler thr-
i can be seen elsewhere. We have 32 greenhouses, several of them devoted
Y Palms, Cycas, Ficus and Araucaria Excelsa. Personal inspection and corres-
pondence solicited. Catalogue free.
THE STORRS & HARRISON CO., Box 6 Painesville, O.
^
it
es- I
[ Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
796
The F=!lorists' Exchange.
COBBESPONDEHCL
Insertion will be given in this cnlumn
to all communications free from a7iimus,
but the opinions expressed do not neces-
sarily reflect our own.
Government Competition.
Editor Fliirifts- Eichavye.
Dear Sir: I have expected some Wash-
ington florist to reply to Mr. Oliver's ar-
ticle ill your issue of July 17 (but so far
have been expecting in vain), in which he
notices the distribution of cut flowers,
etc., from government departments, gen-
eral and local.
Laying aside the injustice of taxing
florists for the support of paupers and
criminals, and their instructors, whi
come into market in direct competitioi.
with the florists who help to support
them, I will state a few facts regarding
the custom indulged in liy at least one
department under the general govern
ment,
Mr. Oliver says : The primary purpose
of the establishment controlled by the
Commissioner of Public Buildings and
Grounds is the adornment of the White
House for public receptions, dinners,
etc. So far as thegreenhou.ses located at
tlie White House are concerned, I be-
lieve that is all right, and I have heard
no complaints, but there is a good deal
of room for complaint against another
branch, which for one-half of the year,
and, practically, the whole business'year
so far as the florists here are concerned,
devotes most of its energies to the pro-
duction and distribution of cut flowers
not " to friends of the President," as de-
clared, but to " members of Congress and
people of influence," as admitted by the
oflicer in charge in a letter to nie of Feb-
ruary 24, 1897.
To illustrate the elasticity of the list of
beneflciaries, I need only point to the dis-
tribution of fully 50,000 chrysanthemum
flowers last fall, when hardly a member
of Congress was in Washington, showing
that they must have been sent to "peo-
ple of influence "almost entirely, and while
this was going on, the people who were
trying to make a living by growing chry-
santhemums saw the result of tlieirindu's-
try waste before their eves
It is not alone the direct injury worked
but the depreciating effect on the florists'
stock, created by this free distribution of
flowers, is indirectly even more Serious
than the loss of sale caused by this free
and illegal method of distribution.
See back number of Florists' Exchange
for a report of progress in building car-
nation houses, rose bouses, etc., etc., and
then compare Mr.Oliver's statement that
"this distribution amounts to very ht-
tle," which, by the way, even if true, is
no excuse for wrong doing of whatever
magnitude.
Another thing that is worth mention-
ing here is that so thoroughly are the
resources of these numerous greenhouses
taxed for many months in the year for
the production of flowers, smilax, etc.,
that it is not without its effect on the ap-
pearance of the public parks, for the
adornment and improvement of which
the money is suppo.sed to be used. One
result is that we find the character of
beddings gradually but surely growing
poorer, as can be seen now in many of
the most prominent reservations. The
houses being occupied with other things
until Spring, leaves but little opportu-
nity to properly prepare suitable plants
ana consequently many beds are filled
with annuals, quickly and cheaply raised,
which otherwise might be filled with a
higher class of plants. Now, we florists
have never been able to find any author-
ity for this department spending money,
even "for the decoration of the White
House," and as the " public receptions,
dinners, etc.," are probably not more
than eight or ten in a season, it would
seem highly extravagant to grow the
material for so few decorations that
plenty of florists would be glad to fur-
nish at a heavy discount from actual cost
to the government under the present sys-
tem, and then there would be no " unfor-
tunate flowers blooming between times"
to be sent to the President's friends'? It
is extremely doubtful if the President
ever consulted as to their destination,
believe they go with the compliments of
anVj'ther officer.
Now, wo clnim that this distribution
iK|i(isitivi'ly .i-.iiiist thi' law, which specif-
ir;ill\ i.H'liiils it, ili,-it it is injurious to
liH' ir.iil.' Iiy (liirrtl,v interfering with
li ;;iiiiii.itr I msiiir,~is, (if whlch many
iiist.iiHcs .••■III 111- K|nTiHed, and that it re-
sult.^ ill III ^lrr( of tile public grounds, for
wliirli till' iniiiiry used was originally ap-
Iirnprijiti'il, .liiil ^\-e therefore think it
In this connection I will call . .
to the complaint lodged with The Star
and published in its columns liy a " Farm-
er from Ohio," who regretted that Con-
gress did not appropriate enough money
to properly improve and keep in respec'
able condition the public grounds of th;
city. What bettei comraeutarv could be
produced'.' And from a "Hayseed
stranger who is popularly supposed to
have no idea outside of the farm
In conclusion, we want you to help us
to compel a strict compliance with the
law, and thereby obtain an opportunity
for the gentlemen in charge to show thi '
ability to properly improve and adorn
the grounds under theircharge, which all
who know them believe them to possess,
and secondly' remove a heavy handicap
from the shoulders of every Washingtoi
florist. J. O. S.
National Charter and Other
Matters,
Editor FloriiW Exchange :
As the columns of our trade papers are
practically a continued session of the
S. A. F., and as their public interest in the
Society supports in no little measurecom-
mon interests, and, further, without sui
ably advertisiug the Society in reports-
preliminary, advisory, and verbatim-
many memberships would lapse for wai
of interest, to say nothing of alleviating
the disappointment of those necessaril
detained from its annual meetings whi
to war-
rant me a word or two relative to the
work of the Society at Providence.
.\s to the papers read, their value-
whatever the titles— depends upon the in-
dividuality of the writer and whether rec-
ognized as an authority; I note also
that conventions are simply tired of read-
ings—recitations would be better.
Now, as to the new name, I certainly
do not hke it, and it is a sort of anoma-
lous makeshift I do not favor. You ask
"What's in a name?" — a good name
speaks for itself. Could anything as
roses are seldom sweet, therefore bew
how you attempt to dethorn them. Do
we want scentless " mulley" roses? S. A.
F. A. O. H. is not only inelegant, but an
uneuphonious jaw-breaker, and only a
learned judge could have influenced the
Society to be so impractical.
I conclude that the national charter
business is nothing more or less than a
harmless bribery. In the first place, what
' we want of a national charter? I fail
see what benefit it can confer to a
trade organization like ours, at least ac-
cording to the present status.
Apropos to Judge Hoitt, or any other :
we are a trade organization pure and
simple, of the trade and for the trade.
There is no place for the amateur within
Society, and even the gardener is
practically ignored. Any attempt to
make him feel at home has and will be
frowned upon by the "powers that be"
as unwise to trade interests ; eventually,
however, this short-sighted poUcy will
react upon the Society whenit may desire
to enhance its national influence "in mat-
ters horticultural.
Why should we seek to gain a national
charter by false pretenses? Trade or-
ganizations arenot within their scope; if
they were thus granted promiscuously
any legitimate enterprise would not be
served thereby. Titles are so easily cheap-
ened and even burlesqued, as in case of
the term " professor," that is so junketed
about as to lose much of its honorable
significance. It is true that lawyers have
a knack of "getting over difticulties,"
hence we have the modern adage, "The
essence of law is to evade justice." I say
the excuse for the changing of name is
not warranted.
An American Society of Horticulture or
Ornamental Horticulture would easily
secure a national charter on natural
grounds. The name would speak for it-
self as a corner-stone of national horticul-
tural interests. Now if, as has been
stated, the true object of changing name
was simply to provide for a national
charter, why was not the phraseology of
article 1 changed also? As it stands it
would be a complete give away for other
than a trade organization, and, as it is,
its diction is not the highest style of art.
We all recognize W. K. Smith of Wash-
ington as a worthy veteran of horticul-
ture, and he is an ornamejit to his orna-
mental vocation, but it isalmosttoo bad
that he should behampered with so hope-
less a task as the endeavor to obtain a
national chartertor a trade organization.
GuovE P. Hawso.x.
The S. A. F. Trade Exhibit
Awards.
Editor Fliirints' Kichnnur:
In looking over the awards given to
the exhibitors at the convention of Ameri-
can Florists at Providence, I would like
to point out some of the inconsistencies
and incongruities of the awards made. I
could not do this, perhaps, without being
personal, or bringing into conflict tin-
naaies of the judges and the exhibitnrs.
and while I admit that the men ap-
pointed were of high ability and integ-
rity, yet it seems to me that the fault is
n(jt entirely theirs. The whole system of
awards as improvised by the Society of
American Florists seems to me radically
wrong. A man can send half a carload lif
plants and receive a certificate of merit,
and honorable mention or highly cmii-
meuded; and anotlTer man may send ,i
small exhibit by express, not plants, and
he will receive an equal award. It ap-
pears to me, if I am not too bold in mak-
ing the suggestion, that the whole sys-
tem of awarding prizes, etc., should 'be
radically changed, tli" ,-!----v..,. .,..., .-j^p,]
and the line drawn i.. :< in-i , ,„■
TheSocietyof Ani.ri. - r^iih
means florists, i. c, l: i ■ i- ., i.ini'^
flowers, etc. Thrivimr, ii„. ;l^^,■|l■,is
made in this class should not in any way
be equal in value to the awards made to i
the horticultural sundries. .\lthough
they may be thoroughly deserving of the
highest awards in the gift of the Society,
there should be some line drawn, as
It were, between the two.
With regard to the awarding of prizes
1 new plants, I am of the opinion that
the novelty, whatever it ma^ hr, slmulil
be placed before the executive cniiiniittrr
of the S. AF. asa whole, ami .i nitili-
cate awarded only by a niajoi ily ni' tlir
members voting. "This, I lielii-ve, is tin'
St way to award a certiticate, and
much more val IK- would he attached to
e same. Aiiinng the exhibitors there is
feehngthat there is IK) value at all at-
taching to the awards as made by the
b . A. i . at the present time, and 1 h a ve even
seen them stowed away underthebenches
after they have been awarded, or de-
stroyed by being torn into very small
pieces. Medals do not cost very much,
and It would seem that if a man sends
an exhibit weighing several hundred
pounds, and pays for the space, as he
— , that he should be entitled to more
than a mere sheet of paper with a few
hieroglyphics written thereon, providing
the e.\hibit is worthy.
I spoke before of some of the inconsis-
tencies and incongruities of the awards
made at Providence, and as I said I do
not wish to draw any specific attention
to the discrepancies or obvious misplac-
ing of awards, but many exhibitors are
willing to back me up in what I have
said m this letter, which is longer than I
intended to write, but still doesnot cover
all the points that should be made.
Hoping this may result in some wide
controversy on the subject.
An Exhibitor.
[Thisis a subject of highest importance
not only to the trade at large but to the
S. A. F. as well. The present system of
judging could be vastly improved upon,
and awards given which would indicate
on their face the real value of the exhibit.
Let us hear from other exhibitors on this
subject; give us suggestions for improve-
ment, gentlemen, for all admit that the
present system is faulty in the extreme.
—Ed.]
Hollyhocks.
The hollyhock is a plant which is not
valued as a decorative plant by many, on
account of its inclination to show a lot
of withered flowers and leaves from top
to bottom of its long .spikes: however,
for a display among the plants in a
mixed border or among sinubbery it can-
not he excelled. Its towering height and
bright colors make it a conspicuous and
attractive oliject at a great distance, and
when the foliage of the hollyhock is in
good order and of a good green color one
can but think it attractive when viewed
at short range.
In order to have your plants looking
well at all times, you must sow two or
three batches of seed, the first lot in June
and the last in .September or October.
The first batch will likely commence to
bloom by the latter part of June and
keep ,i;()iiig in good sli.ipe nntil the mid-
dle of .\UKiist, and the last, or September
sown batch, will begin blooming by .A.n-
gnst 1 and continue nntil frost and never
lose a leaf if the soil is rich and moisture
is supplied. This last batch is, I believe,
the most ornamental of them all and will
bloom when other people's plants are
withered and dead. They can beplanted
as close to your walks or drives as
you like, and will not disgrace your
place by looking shabby at any time,
and when well looked after with
staking and hoeing, they are likely to
be the most attractive object in the gar-
den until hard frost destroys them.
Sow hollyhocks in fra'mes, drills, or
broadcast: when in drills, have these
six iiiilies apart. Suppose you sow them
iiiiw - Se|i(iinlier: in this manner it is
III -t III leiive them in frames over Winter,
use nil loverin,!;- but glass, keeping exces-
sive moisture out, and by Spring or as
soon as the gronnd can be worked, have
them planted out where they are to
remain. I And ita good plan to" pot them
up in three-inch pots during March or
April, and then plant them out when that
pot is filled with roots; this plan is
preferable as less care is needed after
planting.
\ suitable distance for hollyhocks
among shrubbery is about two i'eet to
I't: this
ill tend
II ted.
chimiis of three plants six to eight feet
apart are better. When planted in rows,
these should be three feet apart and the
distance between the plants abouttwelve
icnhes, but if your soil is rich better give
each plant eighteen inches.
The most attractive varieties are the
single ones and the new .\llegheny holly-
hock : these varieties do not hold the
withered flowers, and consequents look
more presentable during a wet spell.
The ICn.yiisli .nni Cerman growers have
lrnli-
lems and .-nv iiitnidc-d iimrc in the ii.-i-
tureof a brii-f ih'srriptii.n nf \Miik uikIim-
way than .-i stateiiicnt of n-siilts, !;.•-
suits in such uuitters cannot In- .ilii.iinrd
in a .year, in fact it ma.v In- test
ti-d l(. Ilic crop.
I I'll dciirnnne the best methods of
I Tcp ditcrnnne how far the plant
1 he inipriived in the number, size
id.ir of the Howers; in general vigor
iwtli. aTid in ability toi-eslst disease
urefnl selection, propagation and
• one at all familiar with this crop
therefore,
many lo-
ck. This
■re effects
made'.,! ilie vinl.d it is rvidni t ' that in-
stead of one disease, a.s .seems to be the
general opinion of growers, there are sev-
eral; in fact, the evidence at hand is
sufficient to warrant the statement that
Fig. I.— Plat Experi
the published c
ally died. (Photographed July
ing given it more attention than any
other crop.
The work on the violet, now carried on
for several years, has had for its object
the elucidation of several problems, some
} physical
•The growth of I
properties of the
VIII ism I. The growth of radl-hes as aftected bv
the size and welgat of the seed (Asrlciiltural Sci-
ence. Vol. VIII, isai). Commercial lettuce forcing
tember 26, 18951.
IIS f(J
(■•!
(■t)
leaf fading, orwilIini;:(.-||\vart disease.or
CEdeina; (6) leaf vi-llnuinf;-: (7) crown
rot; and (H) rot. k.mIIs, or nematodes.
It is not our purpose to <'nter upon any
detailed account of the diseases here, it
being sufHcient at this time to simply call
them, in order that the gene-
lose vitalit.v in a cons
-i rnn.sid-
. I iir main
;iih.n~ foods,
■ n (Fig. 1).
l)een foUow-
f the desired
le of planting
rom time to
I, and in ac-
requirements
of feeding in-
proper appa-
i\'idening area, and although the
cally and expeditously, wanning
'si inijioi t.iiit lineof work
! 1 . 1 1 I , n 1 1 il;' for its object
I lii III' |ii,ints bysystem-
I .n, Mil inopagation, and
I m. LM I'oT' twentv-five
hr .M.irii' l.uniscviolethas
vM vnrii'ty -I-MW1I, audits
whin of ii 1 lolor and
1 lirrfc-rrni-e to all others.
-iivinrr.l th.ii ninch of the
" ii.n,-rd in -cwing this
i < 1 Tfsnit 111 Uir methods
mil rnlnnv pnicliced for
,ikr nil iitlur phints, the
intlv sill ■« ing a tendency
exactly alike,
and also to determine if the work could
be made practicable on a large scale.
How to feed the plants in order to get
d at raiidom from several hundretl
plants, show how strikingly the plants
It will lie seen flint of the ten plants
L;iMn, the yield v;iiiis iii.m |-rJtol26
il'iH ( IS i-.iili, Wlirii \M' liist commenced
lilants that did not yield overUil Howers,
the average being about oO, taking
everything in the houses. The average
here is 88 flowers per plant, and there is
.'abi.k 1.— YiEi.ii oi- Flowers fro.m PEniouEE
Yield Per Mnnth.
798
THB F=il-ORISTS* EXCHHNCe
no reason why it cannot be ma(
The Hnures fui-thei- showsomeintt
facts in re^-ard to tlie yield of flov
tlie different montlis." Some idai
blooms and iirices are high.
It tlius appears that in this matter of
breeding' we have the very foundation for
Itermanent improvement in nnr plans.
The violet of t.i-d.-iv i-- iiot \,v nnv nieni.-j
the plant it « :is -jr. >,■,,< ■,.., .nnl l^ I, Mr
it may nr\ . r ]»■ i,
there is no riMsmi ,- •
better in evci-y \\;iy, I'hi- li- .,.■-. .r. i- ,.
matter that the grower himself nnist
take in hand. If he is to obtain the high-
est success in growing the crop, he must
be willing to spare no effort to develop
his plants so that the.y will give him the
maximum results for the conditions he is
able by intelligence and judgment to
maintain.
The New Fum gator.
William G. Saltford, 61 Delafleld street.
Poughkeepsie, whose violets have been
for some time past ravaged by black fly,
which defied ever.y attempt to get rid of
them, finally invoked the assistance of
the officials of the Department of Agri-
culture, Division of Plant Physiology and
Pathology, at Washington, and last Fri-
day, Mr. Albert F. Woods, Assistant
Chief of the Division, in response to his
call, fumigated some of the houses with
the preparation known as hydrocyanic
acid gas, advocated by the department,
and the full directions for the manufac-
ture and use of which were published in
these columns some time ago.
We believe this is the first time the new
fumigator has been used on so extensive
a scale in a commercial violet range,
and the publication of the results will be
eagerly awaited, as the use of the prepa-
ration, while not without an element of
danger if used incautiously, is simple, inex-
pensive, and said to he more thorough in
its work than any other known to sci-
ence. The cost of the material necessary
to fumigate a house 100x18 feet is placed
at 50 cents. In the .Summer season, when
conditions were most favorable tor in-
sects to multiply rapidl.y, the fumigation
would need to be repeated once a month.
In the Winter, or when conditions were
unfavorable for the insects, the fumiga-
tion would only be necessary once in two
or three months. The gas fumigation
does not injure the plants intlic least nor
is there an.v odor left on the flowers. Mr.
Woods said a house full of flowers could
be fumigated at night and after it was
thoroughly ventilated and safe tor a per-
son to enter, if necessary you could go in
and pick the blooms and not the
slightest odor of the gas would cUng to
them.
Th« Opi>r*tion Dmclbitd.
The difBculties to be met in the fu-
migation of the large range of connected
houses are greater than might at first be
expected. In the experiment at Mr. .Salt-
tord's there were two ranges of houses,
one group of seven, containing in all
about 50,000 cubic feet of air space, and
a second group, containing about 20,000
cubic feet. The first group required
about 15 pounds of potassium cyanide,
per cent, pure, and the second about
The amount ot cyanide for each house
was put into a paper sack and this was
put into a larger sack, which was sus-
pended over a large two-gallon earthen
jar in each house at convenient points.
The strings by which thesacks ot cyanide
were suspended passed either to the
doors or ventilators, so that each sack
might be lowered into its jar from the
outside ot the houses. An operator stood
where each string was attached, and
after the water and acid had been placed
in the jars, the sacks were all lowered at
once into the acid and the ventilators
closed. This part ot the operation was
very easily and quickly done.
The gas was allowed to remain in the
houses for 25 minutes, and IJien they
were as throughly ventilated as possiljle.
Owing to the large range, however, and
to the fact that some of the houses were
much higher than the others, it was diffi-
cult to get rid of the gas rapidly. In the
best ventilated houses it escaped in pro-
per time, but in those higher up the liill,
and in the middle of the range, the gas
remained a little too long, burning some
of the young foliage. The extent of this
injury Mr. Saltford can determine better
an" I can.
Tile point I wish to emphasize is the
piaitiial impossibility of getting rid ot
KiK-li large quantities of gas in a short
time, especially in houses not easily ven-
tilated. Anotlier iMct brought out by this
c'xiKMiiiicnt « liii-li would likely repeat
itsrlf iiu.l.-i-sii,iil;ir .'oiMlilious, is the ac-
cuiiiiilali ^,■ls ill ilu' higher houses.
This iansdowne, Pa., August .^1
the wife of Edward Reid of a daughter.
Convention Group.
i\i II lined fiom Mr. Frank H.
Il t ..,1 ipher a copy of the group
1 111 members of the S. A. F.,
I \ \v pint on Friday. August 20.
tun isM IV good, and will serve as
FIELD-iOWH GBBHBTIOIIIi
LOG&N m GREENHOUSES, Danville, III.
VIOLETS AND CARNATIONS.
Fl"1d t.rowii Hlnula, Kid'orado, Wm. Scott.
( irtledie I iii.B Jo no p»r 10(1.
niANT BOIIBLE Al \S»UM. flneSin. pots.
FIELD GROWN
ClimiTIOII PLIMTS
3000 McCOWAN,
2000 SCOTT.
Prices on appliLation
J. A. SUYDAM,;
Flatbusli, Broofclyn, N. V,
\\ hen^\ ntins Mention Florists' Exchange
Fine Field Crown Carnations.
woo fleUl
McGowan
). at $3.50 per 100; $W.tO per lOOU.
1 Daj-breuk only.
Cash with order.
{. P. WYN1N6S, - Lebanon, Pa.
Vhen Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PRIMROSES.
10.00 per 2,0
l«ARIE LOUISE VIOLETS. «Ti'r'
GEO. H. BENEDICT, Yorkville, N.Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Carnations
Clean, healthy, field-grown stock
at *4.00 per 100 ; Daybreak, Silvtr
Spray, Rose Queen, Garfield and
Portia.
Violets
Marie Louise and California,
strong, healthy well established
plants from 4 in, pots, at ,tiM
per 100. Field-grown California, at
$5.00 per 100. Samples mailed on
receipt of 10 cts. to cover postage.
L. L. MAY & CO., St Paul, Minn.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ROSES
BrldeKinald. Bririe, Perlr,
lleleor, B n Mllene, WHtlrvlile,
p'tfoe from''*'lncli polB.'lc'oO perlOOi JSO.iJl'p'er 1000
i " 800 " 70.00 •'
VIOLETS.
Marie Louiae. Lndy Camrbell, strone,
healthy stock, from 2!4 In. pots. 13.00 per 100: IZS.OO
per 1000.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
For Varieties and Prices, see April 24th Issue.
CARNATIONS.
strong, Healthy, Field Plants.
Albertlnl, Brldeamald, Kuttercnp,
Ivory. Eldorado. Daybreak,
Meteor, Storm KiDg, Alanka,
ThoK. Oartledge, - ■• ■- -
Np>v Trade Llal on AppIUatlon.
WOOD BROS , Fishkill, N Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
J WM. COLFLESH, "'t£?.td'r,"p1,i:rp.*"-
•When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
JACKSON « PERKINS CO., "^nI^vI-^k^
nffer for season of 1897-'98,
Will hav
a choice i
Field Grown Roses, new and ol
Clematis, Ornamental .Shrnbs,
Price List ready in July. Write for it.
n Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
BiimiaQiiBniiiisiialiiBoses
,X PLANTS.,
.11 50 per 100
THE N&TIONiL PLANT CO., Dayton, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
/( Goes to the Spot
ve in the Floribts' Escha
: the pocket I
/\ ■ ■ M ■ n I PRIMROSES,
n U r |l n l nne. 2^ mch pot Klcnts.
I I n r 11 f from choice imported
UllUni ■ seed, al $2 per 100. Cash.
MhS M CAVANAUGH. • Killers Corners. N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CARNOTS.
HOPP & LEMKE,
Paul Post Office. EAST GRAND RAPIDS. MICH.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
2c. ROSES 2c.
S2 25 PER 100; $20.00 PER 1000.
Nice stuff from 2% In. pots.
Mnsellii. Yellow Soupert, Pink Soupert, Crim-
son Hambler. Pernet Pere. Bridet^mald, C.
Sonpf rt, Rtoile de L.von, Climbing Meteor,
.Meteor, Golden Kambler.
THE 3 RAMBLERS,
Yellow, White and Pink, $4.00 per 100 ; $36.00
FIELD GROWN GIRNATIONS.
strong chimps, $5.' 0 per 100. McGowan,
Piirtia. Silver Spray, Fred. Dorner, Mrs.
Harrison, Scott.
JOHN A. DOYLE, - Springfield, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
AMERICAN BEAUTY,
HMll. 4X. transplanted. SI.^O per 100. - - -- -
Spoolal Low PHe»» Inrludlne dellTrrf i
Phlla. or New York promptly quoted
BRIDESMAID. PERI.E, METEOR. BRIDE,
KAISKRIN. MERMET, LA FRANCE and
«FNSET. Anpxiraflnelnt ^f oinnt«.«^»nii4ln.pot8
ASPA'RAeiiS PLrMOSCS. CALIFORNIA VIOLETS.
A. S. MacBEAN. Lakewood, New Jersey.
g Mention Florists' Exchange
10,000 FIRST QUALITY FORCING ROSES
y^ny equal to those seut out the last four years, first-class In every respect. Only selected growth
from fluwerine shoots used in propairating.
.XAFRANO, LA FRANCE, AMERICAN BEAUTV, •MERMET, SUNSET.
GONTIER, PERLE. KAiSERIN A. V.. METEOR, BRIDE.
3 Inch pots, $5.00 per 100. • 4 inch pots, $8 00 per 100.
Hention this paper. J. L. DIILiIjOI^. BloomsTaurg, IPa
Plants ready now, at $5.00 per
1000; 75 cts. per 100. Atrial
order solicited from every
florist
SraiLAX at Sl.OO per 100.
i HERB'S PANSIES
I ALBERT M. HERR,
: ARE THE BEST. Lancaster, pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Every florist should grow this beautiful decorative plant.
Extra strong well established plants, 12 to 18 Inches high, $1.50 per doz.; $8 ptr 100.
L. TEMPLIN & SONS, Calla, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
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I ..The Water Garden.. !
\ BY WILLIAM TRICKER. %
t PRICE, $2.00. TWENTY-FIVE PER CENT. OFF TO SUBSCRIBERS TO Z
5 FLORISTS' EXCHANGE. T
J This work contains nine Imi-photoKrav ure plates, eighteen full J
X page descriptive views of leading Water Gardens and Ponds, and ^
f work. On heavy enamelled paper. Elegantly bound. Large ocUvo. T
T The text ilesi-ribes nil iiperatioiiB friiiii the gri>\viii(r of plants in tnba to T
X the hiri;e water garden, excavation ot grounds, construction of ponds, Z
I iiilnptinn natural streams, planting, hybridizing. seed saving, propagation, i
louse, wintering, correct designing and planting of banks ♦
'-"ils. ♦
and all other necessary deta
Hook 1m of vital Interest to every Florist In the 1
id read It. Introduce Water Gardens in yourloeiili
♦ bny It and read It. I
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800
The F'l-orists' Exchange.
QDESTIOH BOX.
(131) Richardia Pentlandii.— Would
like to hear from oue or more of the read-
ers of the Exchange who have grown
the above; how is it to be identified, and
the success they have met with.
B. Ahnoi.d.
(132) Arrangement of Pipes.— How
shall 1 arrange the piping in my green-
houses? No. 1 is 22 by 100 feet, with
Bide walls 5 feet high and 11 feet to the
ridge, with one wall exposed. This house
is for carnations. No. 2 is to be used tor
roses. It is the same size as No. 1, but
none of the walls are exposed. No. 3 is
13 by 100 feet, S feet and 9 inches to the
ridge, short slope to the south, for car-
nations. I can only sink the boiler 2
feet.— S. MicHiciAN.
—For houses Noe. 1 and 2 I would use
three 2-inch flow pipes, while two would
answer for No. 3. It will require about
eight 11/2-inch or six 2-incli returns for
No. 1 ; for house No. 2 take twelve IVs-
inch or nine 2-inch. In house No. 3 use
five or six IVa or four 2-inch returns.
The How should be elevated, and it
may be well to use a closed tank, so that
it can be worked underpressure in severe
weather.— L. R. Taft.
(133) HeaiinsbyPayne'sCoil Boil-
er.—We have just put up a greenhouse
running north and south ; length 72
feet, width 19 feet, 5 feet on the sides,
height to ridge about 12 feet. We wish
to use in heating the same, one of Payne's
coil boilers. The only objection to the
boiler is that there are four coils. Cannot
we connect the two lower coils to run
them into one flow, and the upper coils
into another flow as we want only two
flows in the house? Do the upper coils
get the same amountof heat as the lower
coils in the Payne boiler? Will two
2-inch flows and six iy2-inch returns be
enough to heat the house to 50 degrees?
North Bergen.
■ — To pipe this house you may use 2 or
114-inch pipe for returns and two flows.
It would be to your advantage to use
2-inch pipe.
First, use eight 2-inch returns and two
21/2-inch flows. Second, connect the two
lower coils into one flow and return it in
one 2-inch. Upper coils the sajne. There
is no difference in the heating power of
the coils.
It is well to provide a coil larger than
is necessary ; it saves fuel and time.
In erecting this coil system, first use
Are clay over cracks of tirst coils to pre-
vent fire from drawing upward; it must
go back then between coils to front into
chimney. The longest pipe in coil should
be 6 feet. Use eight pipes to the coil.
Four coils to the system will heat your
house easily. D. W. Payne.
(1;M) Pipins and Heatlns,— I have a
greenhouse, 17 by R-i feet, that I wish to
use for carnations and lettuce. The side
walls are 4 feet high and of wood, lined
with paper; the ridge is 8 feet high.
(1) How many feet of 2-inch pipe will he
required where the mercury drops to 10
degrees below zero, and how should they
be arranged under the benches? (2) I
have a hlMntpil roses commence to flower. You
say yiiiir plants are growing finely, and
judgment must be exercised as to how-
many flowers ^you leave to a plant and
with what amount of stem you cut them ;
it does not matter how uniform a house
of plants may be, there will always be
found some not so large as others; these
should not be allowed to flower for the
present, and at the same time holding
them back will greatly help to prolong
your crop. Again, roses open very quickly
at this time of the year, and your mar-
ket may not call for all you can cut; it
such is the case, it is most advisable not
to let any more shoots flower than you
have occasion to use, as the larger your
plants are when your crop starts in for
Christmas, the more flowers will be cut,
and as yon are doubtless aware, much
larger returns gained. To make my
meaning more clear about not leaving
every bud to develop, take, for instance,
such varieties as Niphetos, Hoste, Perlc,
etc., that are very floriferous at this sea-
son of the year, every one ot their shoots
will set a bud, MUd if you cut them all
with a stem, how much of the original
plant will you have left to give you the
returns you wish for at Christmas. From
your plants planted July 1.5, I hardly
think you can, with impunity, gather n
satisfactory crop before Christmas. As
far as my experience goes, roses plaiitcil
at this date, providing they do well, :iir
about ready to give their first cmp
just when chrysanthemums have full
sway ot the flower market ; it allowed to
flower at that period, their chances of
being in crop at Christmas are very tew
indeed. There are many growers who
plant some of their houses at that date,
and keep on disbudding until about the
first week in November, cutting their
first crop during the latter part of De-
cember; this may seem conflicting with
the time I have said it takes a rose to
make a growth, and flower at this time
of the year, but as a matter ot fact, a
bush that has not been allowed to flower
will do so more quickly than oue tliat
has had a crop taken off it. H. H.
e-VERY PI.ORIST OVOHT TO
IK8VRE HIS GL,ASS ACAIMST
HAIL,.
For pftitionlftri ftddnsl
rOHN 6. ESLER, Beo'j, Saddle RWer. N.J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SMILAX! SMILAX!
Extra 2 in., $1.60 per 100 ; $10.00 per 1000.
GLADIOLI, CUT SPIKES
By the 1000 or 10,000. Get our prices.
Terms Cash.
BETSCHER BROS., Canal Dover, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
EXIRnTltONGSMILIIX PLANTS
From 3 in. pots.
/^ S2.00 per 100 ; SIS.OO per 1000.
Cash with order.
L. R. Hancock,
Lock Box 691, BURLINGTON, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
4,000 SlIIX PLflHTS
In 3>^ inch pots, strong and healthy.
S2.50 per 100.
ASA L. BROWN, Davis Ave., Kearney, N.J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
7000 MARIE LOUISE VIOLETS
ties un application. Sample. 10 cenia.
FRED'K A. TAYLOK, CaOBBioia. N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FARQUHAR VIOLETS
StronK. healthy plants, from pots, fS.flO per 100.
Cash with order. Sample plante. 10 cents.
THOMAS F. O'BRIEN. Folsom St,. Roslindale, Mass.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VIOLETS! VIOLETS!!
3IARIE LOUISE. Pot fe-rowD, clean and
healthy in every particniar, J5.1I0 per 100 ; (45.00 per
1000. sample plant, 10c. Cash with order.
WM. J. CHIXMICK, Xrenton, IK. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
MARIE LOUISE VIOLETS
AND CAMaTIONS..__..xxx^
FLORIDA HOT WATER BOILER
No " H " for sale cheap.
L E. MARQUISEE, Syracuse. N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VIOLETS MY SPECIALTY!
Mane Luuiee and Lady CKmpbell. from ^>^inch
pots. $3 00 per 100; t2i.oO per 1000. PriDCeoB de
.alles. MOOper 100; »i500per 1000. 25,0110 alifornla.
JI.OO 1
__ _. .... per 100.
CharleB X and Marie Legray, 3 years,
grattea. (food ForclnK planta, delivered October Ist,
(S 00 per lOd : $J0 nn per IIOO
Violets and Carnations delivered at once.
CERO. BOUl.ON, Sea dlfl. L. I., N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
.4000.
MIRIE LOVISE mOlETS
Field Grown Plants, Large Clumps,
$5.00 per lOO.
W. A. MILLS, Port Chester, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
15,000 VIOLETS
Field-scrown MARIE I,Oi;iSE and
CA.L.IFORKilA, free from disease,
}C 00 per luo
FIELD-GROWN CARNATION PLANTS.
EDW. J. TAYLOR,
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Southport, Conn.
VIOLETS-
Lady CRmob-ll 5 00 " 45 00 "
!\,:u\,~ .i-ol,. r 111
break. The inn. hi;. -!m.iL,\
common to it I.1-: > . li
entirely due to 1 1 i -
bacteria: anil as . I o-mi i
vation, it will doululer,,, l.i- moi,
the coming Winter.
Eldorado is very susceptible
and since light and air are essi
combating rust, it should havi
position. It is also affected ti
by the disease peculiar to
which is undoubtedly a form o
that outdoor culture seems
vate to a considerable extent.
indoor culture reduces to ,1 niii
McGowan. .Vlaska aiiil I'l-.n
not differ materially, in tlrr i.ir
of them require the lijiht.st
possible. Their ^\■orst fanlt 1
opening well during niidwii
But
somewhat from the
ises to be profitable
at that ti
lengthen, e
dant eyiileii
cause of tin
I'eacliblo
otliers in tl
after about
Fall and i-
freefloweiin;;. "liilr t lir n.lor is sujierior
toany pinkraniati xt.-int.
The pool- blooniinL; ipi.-iliti.-s of Helen
Keller ai-i- i-rporti-il l.v ni.-iuv .liii-hn;. mid-
winter, .-inil, ill f.-irl. Iiy ni;iliv tliron-h-
siderably ir ,-i II oi h.is, llir | i.-l ,1 1> uct
never expiiiiil ; IIh- pi-l,-ils sn-m to haye
been depi-iyi-.l of noiiiishnii-ni . .-is the bud
is quite limp ,111.1 will.-il. 'i'his is, \n-r-
ledge; yet I believe the stagnation which
appears to take place in the stems is
largely brought about by improper cul-
ture.
In the rase of K.llel- T biliryr tll.'lt a
^nci'pal'eau;!'s',.l'il"'!;,'i'i^'l'i;ii.|.l!! To
illnstrale this I h ill i;iM-,- \p.-i imr,. xm-
had with this y,-ii-i.-l.\ si-vn-.il m.-ms .1-0 :
We had planted a side li.-iirl, in 11m- s,-iinr
house with Daylireak. rii-liouM si.m.ls
north and south ami is ih.i >,. vm-11
lighted as the others. Ih.- I..-M. h n.n-
tained about .-)0() plants. Th.- I.oitoni
was made of boards tc.o, widi-io admit
of perfect drainage, althcMigli \xiili i-.-in-
ful watering othervarieiii-s did vn-v w .11.
It wasn't so with Kell.-r. how.-y.-r. Im-
perfect drainage caused iniiiaired root
action, which could only result in stag-
inclined to prodi
effect of imperfect
lack of light eai
• varieties did very well
1 watering would tide
since Helen Keller was
weak ami naturally
ways in a light
narrow benches,
-esults.
I- are good exam-
I «. WEiEnTsoHs, I
CARNATIONS
♦ OAKLAND. MD. f
OAKLAND, MD.
When Writing Men
Harrison's White
CARNATION.
New Carnation, sport from Wm. Scott.
JOHN HARRISON,
739 Bergen Ave., Jersey City, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
GRALLERT & CO. {
I CARNATION growers}
COLMA,
8AK MATEO
FIELD CROWN CARNATIONS
and VIOLETS,
Ready September 16th.
JOSEPH RENARD, Unionville, "-cT' Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ROSES, CARNATIONS,
will also have a ane lot of PRIMULA plants of
-')r°p°t pUntBo'f°rA"MPB'El!'L'Vl«l'L.°ETsY''* "
WKITK FOR FKICKS.
CEO. M. EMMAN8, Newton, N.J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CARNATIONS!
Scott, $4,110 per 1110. McGo-wan
iinii Helen Keller, $.i,00 per lUO.
CASH WITH ORDER.
Berriman St. and New Lots Ave., BROOKLYN, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Would Sell the Earth.
I helleve that an ad. in your paper
larth. 0.
Olay Center, March 23. '97.
HUMFELD.
FIELD GROWN CARNATIONS
With plenty of mots. Send for pricee.
GEO HANCOCK X SON, Grand Haven, Mich.
■n Writing Mention Florists' Excliange
FIELD-GIIOWII GlimtllONS.
STRONG, HEALTHY PLANTS, NOW READY.
llcGoiran, No. I. $1.00 per 100; No. 2. «2.50 per
. Scott, N.>, 1 $1 50 p»r 100: No. 2 »3.i0 per lOCi
ii-tln. No. 1 *l.0»perl00 100 UaybreBk, N . 1
OO per 100. All eeciirely packed. fr.-e of chHrge
Address CHAS. BLACK, HIghtstown, N. J.
;n Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FIELD CROWN CARNATIONS
) Jahii's Scarle
JAHN BROS., New Bedford. Mass,
When Writing Mentli
Florists' Exchange
CARNATIONS, FERNS,
VIOLETS and SMILAX.
Portia, Scott and McGo-n'an, 1st
qmiity $=..110 per lOH; $4.i in. per li.uu. 2u
per 100: $25 00 per KiUO
Stnllaxt,2m pots, $1.50 per 100: $10 per UOO
THE BOOL FLOR&L CO., Ithaca, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
NOW WE HAVE IT.
& PERFECT
GIRIItllOII SUPPORT
We will send you free It
you pay express charges,
a sample which will
convince you that it
The only Carnation
Support HIGHLY
COMMENDED by the
Judges of the S. A. F.
Convention, at Provi-
dence, R. I., Aug. 16, 1897.
JAMES HORIN & SON,
Florist*,
Bridgeport, Conn.
Mention Florists' Exchange
CARNATION STAKE!
IS STAKE is
made of one
mill B,m,
50,000 FIELD GROWN CARNATIONS
StroiiK and healthy plants i
REINBERG BROS., Wholesale Cut F owers, 51 Wabash Ave., Chicago.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
4 IIGBES FIELD-SBOWH llflB|IHTIO|l PLII|IIS, 91,000.
from diReise and packed light by
I send ihem to all parts of
Canada in perfect condition.
METEOR,
HEUKN KELLER,
STORM KIMG.
$1.25 per doz.; S6.00 per 100.
S^VEETBRIER, SILVER SPRAV, PI'RITAN,
LIZZIE McCiOWAKJ, rORTIA, WM. SCOTT,
DAVBREAK,
J. L. DILLON,
S3.00 per 100.
BLOOMSBURG. PA.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
EXCELSIOR CARNATION SUPPORTS
S0,000 CARNATIONS.
leld-grown plants, all the standard
x-arieties $6.00 per 100; $50. 1 0 per
loOO. New sorts, $10.00 per 100.
ROSE STAKES
OF GALVANIZED WIRE.
ft., $5.00 per 1000 ; i\i ft., $6.00 per
1010; 3 ft.. $7.00 per-lOuO: 4 ft.,
$8.00 per 1000.
STEMMING WIRE.
■i, 60 CIS. per stone; 33 and 86,
) per stone. 21-22 cut 9 or 12
es, 7.1 CIS. per tiox of 12 lbs.
less iliaii5011)S.at these pricts.
30,000 PALMS
FERNS.
ADIANTUM CUNEATUDI.
In 3. 4, 6, 6 inch pots, 10 to 60 fronds,
at 8, 16, '-'5, 35 els. each.
BOSTON FERN.
Ready for 5 inch pots, very strODff,
at 21 018. eiicb ; Mixed Ferns, at
$6.00 per lUO.
GROUND BONE.
Sample
BULL DOC HOSE.
H. F. LITTLEFIELD, Worcester, Mass.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
802
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Entered at New ToTk Post Office as Second ClaasMattc'r
Published EVERY SATURDAY by
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The Flomsts' Exchakgb is published
in the interests of those commerclallj
identified with the Florist, Seed and
Nursery business. New subscribers are
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Contents.
American Dahlia Society
Carnati HS . . . .
Cataloooks Received .
Cha
.petil
Trade Exhibit Awaids
Cut Flower Markets ....
FoHEiQ.N Impressions ....
Free seed Disthibdtion .
FcMiOATiON, The New
Hambohg Exposition ....
Hollyhocks
Nursery tiincK for North Carolina
Question Box
Seed Trade Keport ....
Tradb Notes •
Ka.i
: Ciiy. Mo
Priivid>-nee, .Newport, Buffalo .
Tor -nr.o, Poughkeepsie, Springfield, O.
Pitts ■umh . . . . . .807
Violet Culture, Work on Some
Problems IN 797
Free Seed Distribution.
We have from time to time expressed
our opinions fully and freely on the above
iniquity. We have done this In the line
of out- Avnrk.wliicli is to look after all the
intfrests of otir readers, as it Is the im-
perative duty of all trade journals to do.
We have shown very plainly that the
free distribution of seeds, as has been the
practice for the past 25 years, is a trav-
esty of the original act of Congress,
passed May 15, 1862, which is as fol-
lows : " Be it enacted by the Senate and
House of Representatives of the United
States of America in Congress assembled.
That there is hereby established at the
seat of government of the United States a
Department of Agriculture, the general
designs and duties of which shall be to
acquire and diffuse among the people of
the United States useful information on
subjects connected with agriculture in the
most general and comprehensive sense
of the word, and to procure, propagate,
and distribute among the people new
and valuable seeds and plants."
When this bill was before Congress its
passage was urged by the oldest and
ablest statesmen of our country because
its purposes were to extend our agricul-
tural industries. That this was the ob-
ject of the bill was well and fully under-
tood at the time the bill was passed
Then a vast part of our country was
rude and unconquered.the wheels of agri-
cultural industry were moving slowly,
there were idle hands and idle lands that
needed to be set at work ; new fields were
to be explored, new industries encour-
aged. Progress is the legitimate parent
of prosperity, but single-handed it moves
slowly; in fact, it cannot move alone.
This "our reprcsenta*tives saw plainly ;
therefore a small tux vaslaid upon our
whole country, that the whole country
might be benefited. The seeds of new
products were given freely, and they
grew and prospered. With "the develop-
ment of new industries there was an in-
creasing demand for agricultural pro-
ducts of all kinds, both at home and
abroad. But what was of tar greater
importance, was the desire for a more
thorough knowledge of agriculture as an
art and a science, together with an in-
creased respect for labor: the agricultur-
ist began to respect his own calUug and
to honor it.
For ten years the work of the depart-
ment was carried out on these hues.
Seeds, plants, and cuttings were not dis-
tributed tor what they were worth as
such, but tor their prospective value as
agents In the development of national
prosperity. Then the political blight
struck the department, and has not only
destroyed its u sefulness, but fa stened itself
on the moral sensibilities of many of
Representatives in Congress. Under
For the Busy Man.
Prof. Bailey on the Hamburg Eipositio
Page 798.
The question box, as usual, is replete wl
interesiing questions and answers. Page tl
Outings have been in order. See repoi
from Chicago, Brampton and Kiverton. Go(
and made many notes wh
which he has been kind
The article by Professor
"Some Problems in Viole
studied by all growing tha
fess.ir is authority on tb
hHving given its culture
more attention.
lie abroad, some of
enough to impart
B. T. Galloway on
Culture" should be-
t flower. The Pro-
e subject, no man
and Idiosyncrasies
Our news c lumns are
reports ot trad- improve
representative and
mente are becoming
, few months. Indications 8
lom in ti')riculture as well as in all oiher
B of business.
n experiment on an extensive scale, in
?ing the use of the new furaiirator, hydro.
nic acid gas has just, been conclude'l in tht
et range of Mr. W. G. Saltf.ird, at Pough
psie. Foriherea ' -
7ood8, see page
most. This trade is an important one,
besides being a very large one, employing
throughout the country many thousands
ot hands. Besides that, many farmers
th rough out the country use these seeds a 1-
most exclusively, they can get them " at
the store,'' when they do not have the
money to send elsewhere for them. For
the past two years this trade has been
terribly crippled, as the following extract
from a private letter will show:
■ You wore .>;peaking in your last letter
sonictliiu^ .ilidut the government order
for ■;,ird(ii .-ind Hower seeds. I tell you
this iiwdistiiljutionof garden and flower
seeds is doing an immense injnrv to the
trade. We find this out now tliot wo
come to settle up our box s Is. I'lio
box trade suffers the sami' w.iy tlirciita-
logue man does, and I toll vou sm-olr
tirat until this free distribution is done
away with the seed trade will not pros-
per. ' The government is too strong a
competitor. One of my travelers wrote
me from Michigan this week that in tour
stores that day he saw from two to four
hundred papers in each, and he sent me
a sample paper. Some of the stores Tvere
selling t^ein at .3c. per paper; at other
stores they were giving them away. It
is unnecessary to say we got a very light
sale in such stores. How these seeds
came into the hands of these merchants
we cannot say. Of course their Congress-
men had a finger in the pie. Something
has got to be done about this or the
New York.
Wholesale Market.
A slight improvement in the de-
mand was noticeable during the latter
part of last week in most all lines of
stock, and especially high grade roses. On
.Sunday tlie market was pretty well
cleaned out, but, unfortunately, the im-
provement was spasmodic, so much so
that by the middle of the week there was
quite an accumulation ot unsold stock,
and prices tell off badly. Roses have
improved in quantity ; some really very
fine Beauty is to be seen, and in quite
large blocks.
Asters have improved both in quality
and demand; probably they have sold
better during the week than at any time
in their season, prices ruling from 50c.
to .fl.50 per 100, but a strange disparity
in values may here be noted : During the
last weeks a few hundreds ot blooms
have been sent in by one grower, which
have reaHzed from 6c. to lOc, and even
12c. each ; these ot coursewere unusually
fine, Semple type, and in size resembled
chrysanthemums rather than asters.
Gladioli are uncertain in sales, and
vary accordingly, making sometimes
50c. per 100. and again, by chance, f 1
and even f 1.50, while many go unsold.
Cattleya labiata is making its appear-
ance; so far the blooms are small, and
40c. is the extreme figure.
Retail Trade
At the early part of the week
boomed a little, owingtoalarge increase
in funeral work ; out-of-town orders were
also largely increased. Those stores
having branches in Newport have been
very busy ot late.
AnctlOD Ralea.
Cleary & Co.,ot Vesey street, open
their season Friday, September 10, with
palms and other plants, also bulbs.
W. Elliott & Sons will sell the week
following, as also will Gardner & Co.
(ieaeral Hn»«.
R. M. Grey, formerly with Henry
Greaves, Esq., South Orange, N..T., where
he had charge ot the famous orchid col-
lection, and later with R. J. Mendenhall
Minneapolis, where he acted as super
intendent, is now with Julius Roehrs.
Carlton Hill, N.J. Mr. Grey assumed his
new duties as foreman September 1.
W. F. Murphy, representing N. F.
McCarthy, Boston, was a visitor this
week.
Mr. David Houston, staff biologistof the
Essex County Council, London, England,
has been here on a four-weeks' trip, in-
quiring into the manner and method of
teaching adojited, and the subjects taken
up by our experimental stations and col-
leges. Mr. Houston expresses himself as
being favorably impressed with what he
has seen and heard, and will have much
to report to his educational council. He
sailed on the steamship Lucania, Satur-
day, September i.
Philadelphia.
The Rirerton RxoDrhion.
The chief event ot this past week
was the third annual excursion of the
florists and gardeners of this vicinity to
the nurseries of Henry A. Dreer (Inc.) at
Riverton, N. J., upon the very kind invi-
tation of that firm, and that the invita-
tion was duly appreciated was proven
by the large number who availed them-
selves of the opportunity, as near as can
be ascertained there were about 1,500
people present. The steamer ('olumbia
left Chestnut street wharf at 10:20 A. M.
having 1,150 on board ; others followed
on a later boat, while many went up on
the trains. On arrival at the nurseries
the first evidence of hospitality was the
presentation of a package of" cigars to
each man as he passed in the gates.
The first objective point was an inspec-
tion of the stock contained in the 5i/>
acres of greenhouses; this was a great
treat to all, as everything was in such
perfect condition, giving evidence ot the
excellent management and thorough sys-
tem ot Mr. J. D. Eisele, the well-known
superintendent. Palms in all the popular
varieties, and in all stages of growth,
from the seed beds to the large decorative
sizes, were seen by the hundreds of thou-
sands. Ferns of every salable kind would
count up inthemillions,perfect in growth
and hardiness, and many marveled at
seeing such nice plants in such small pots.
Araucarias were plunged in ashes out-
side underslatted roofs; too much praise
cannot be given this firm for their untir
ing energy in trying to make this Indus
try a home one. A few years ago propa
gation of these plants was attempted
trade
lined.
guished from the imported, being stur-
dier, of good form and more promising in
every way.
Now, the crowd is surging towardsthe
canua field which wasonemassof bloom.
There are in all 200 varieties to be seen
here; the older and standard varieties
stock, as well as all the new varieties
possible to be obtained for trial pur-
poses; among these latter one ot the
most noticeable was allemannia, a large
flower on the Itaha order, of an almost
indescribable color,the nearest description
being a madder-brown, deeply bordered by
a clear lemon-yellow. Nearto this was a
grand variety, Deputli is huil.liii- 11 th
juins, H.F.Burt.L.W.
I inter, and .John Endi-
fx whom the honors
inrtli Fiulayson took
s, iiiiil John Ij. Gard-
DeWaltJE..
Chicago.
Florlstn' CInll Oulin
On Saturday
the outiuK of till- 1-
burn's at Hiii.sd.ili
place', the liiidn'shrin
and WaslilMini in i" is
outsaviiin' tli.it nil 1
can find rociii U>r iii
20,000 clir.v.sniith. '11111
tions, 12(1,(1(111 liiiliis. I
Harrisii lilies, the em
we noticed are ]iiisliin;
lev pips cold storaged,
comingin: a3OOx30f(
agus and smilax, a
house 300x12 feet
must cover a hit cif nn
dition aln'M.ix .ii.srrihi
coin
show-
k, they
suffer-
receiveil lii
igoli
doul
nation . Blonilii
iniewhat Cdiiccrned on this of l)« ij
the stiff heavy prairie soils
Boston.
Supply and Demand.
The local florists, especially down
tnwTi. reiiort nil imn-ense in trade. The
I'.n.-k r..iy v.iienfinnists are later in re-
inriiinL; In i\\ r\ . r. .1 ^Hiilit improvement
I- 1111I1..I 111ih.1i s.iiiiin. On the other
hnml iirirrs hnve .li'.ipped this week
nn.iiiiL; tlie ;;!■.. wers and wholesalers niul
1 he sii|i|il,\ . especially roses, is incrensin^'.
Asiei's nil. inlliug- off, good carii.-iiiiins
,ne II. .1 iiM|. .ihmidant, cosmos lins ninde
He
can I
pense has been spnri'il, niid there .nre
about 50,000 plnntstliat ,ire bcKiiinin.H-
to givegood fair flosvers and arein splen-
did condition in every respect. Several
houses of Meteor now, are a sight to
behold in the way of buds not less so the
Kaiserin, Bride, nnd 'Maid.
As sorin ns the visitors got among the
houses tlii'v wine lirnkeu up into squads,
as each hmlv finimi something particu-
larly attrnctive to them.
The whole party were invited to the
charming dvvelli.ii; ami home momnis:
here under tlie iniilirn-eons sh.ide ni
noble trees and elosely-ei I l.-nvii n
Washburn and the two oxmhts viml n\ iili
each other in seeini; thnt eveiyhody h.is
well supplied, nil in ivnl piniie i.ishem
The lunch over, ci^nrs were in onl.r
with rneniliers ;
on the grass, tl
opened with n 1
The president
viously called the meeting to order, gav
a short account of the successful meetiii
of the S. A. F. at Providence cnllinK o
(jurney Hill of Richmond, Inil. .Mr. Hi
told a story or two and after Infill
eulogizing the Messrs. Ftassett and Wnsl
burn tor what they are doing son
branched out into the question of the S(
ciety of .\merican Florists' meeting i
florists' quarte
it, having pit
tlle We
the West
and the n
A good
new presi
blood of t
Robert
called upc
city the p
cipal pine
surprised
he had vi
one will take place iu tw
iVesiein Springs to visit J. I
pinee. when it is expected th
I still be in flue condition.
Quite a number paid visits to Payu
Brothers' large establishment and t
Brown Brothers' novel house, 550x5
feet, near Bassett & Washburn's.
There is not much change, but soni
of the wholesale honsesare ver.v well sa
11 ordi-
i.ea De-
' are be-
nd as a
•Ity it huds a ready sale
Exhiblllon.
The annual plant shov
palms e
pair in 1
Dahlias.
Peacock WP 80(
Oecoralive Goofla
itlcbsecker OhaB H. .
ng shell-pii
Is of
flov
and a valuable aeiiiiisitioii to tlie hardy
nympliieas.
BulldlnKand Brpairinic.
Lord & Bumham are building five
new houses for .1. S. Bailey in West Rox-
hnry (Willi.-im Donnld. gaideuer) to be
Houghton &('laik are making a large
addition to their present quarters which
will include a flue show window on
Boylston street.
(Jeorge B. Kannigan is polishing up the
for the Fall and Winter trade.
Notes.
James Delay and daughter left yes-
terday for a pleasure trip to New York,
Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washing-
ton.
A number of friends of M. H. Norton
will not labor on Labor Day, but will ac-
cept his hospitality at his Summer cot-
tage by the sea.
James H. Delay opens his store at No.
71 Beacon street on September 15.
Messrs. Orpet, Cruikshank, Ash, and
Blake were among the visitors at the
Horticultural Show on Wednesday.
W. K.
davallias and
were two very
usually good s
deriana, which
IS awarded to C. H. Souther (Samli-
•d. gardener), on a flue specimen of
thnrium Brownii, The first prizes on
fuchsias, for colletion of flowering
six named dracienas, and six
I crotons were all given to Kenneth
yson, D, F. Roy, gardener to E, S.
ise, Esq., received first on six pots
;onin rex. six varieties, and the first
llec-iiiiTi of r,ef;oiiia rex hybrids was
led to (niii-e B.Green, gardener
.\l. Little. i;si|. The first on collcc-
dahhas in nil their types being shi
that has ever been seen here. The chief
exhibitors in this class being John 1
llorl
/ndex to Advertisers.
lyssuin Furrow Bros....
799 Oraaert s Uo. . . .
„, I Hancock & Son .
HarrlRoD Jolin..
Llttletield HF.!
Mariiuisee L E..
May L L.icCo..
Cloud E J.
Aquaria Supplies
au's Seed Store 8li5
Baker Ohaar
Ball a D
Becker Fred C.,..
BerckmanaP J....
Bock Wm A
Bool Floral Co . .
ColfleBh J W
Cottase Gardens.
Davis A B * Son.
ElseleC
LittlefleldHP....
Merkel C *Son..
Pitcher &Manda..
BedfleldB
Roehrs Julius ...
t Jno
807
Cunningham J H.,,. 801
HerrAJbsrtM 799
Jennings EB 794
Potnseltla
Freeman J R 800
frimnlas
idictGeoH 799
Book Wm A 812
CavauaughMrs M.. 799
Cunniugbam J H.... 804
KumausUeo M..,, 801
Hughes Geo J 804
MaderPaul 8o4
Rupp J F 80*
RerrI.erators
Ohooolate Oooler Oo. 811
BerckmansP J 812
BobulnkLO. 796
Oolfleth J W 799
S 8u7
. JL... .... 799
IloyleJA 799
i;mmans, Geo M 7(j1
Uopp & Lomke 799
Jackson & Perkins
Co 799
MacBean A S 799
Plant Co 799
ouwerkerk P 804
orrsS Harrison Oo 796
Wood Bros 199
Siebrecbt & Sons.
Smith N * Son .,,
St. Hard J
Storrs & Harrison Co 795
Van HoutteLonls.,
White John
Wltlbold Geo
Wltterptaotter 1
Zelle
iChasSons.. 807
AschmannQ..
JExlilbit
International.
Flower Pots, Tubs,
Vases, elc.
Ernest WH 811
Hews A H SOo 81
McCarthy N.F. SCO. 811
Syracuse Pottery Co H t
WblUdln Pottery Oo 811
Fruil Plania
Elizabeth Nurs Co.. 795
Shepherd Mrs T B
SoltauO & Oo
Zirngiebel D
!9tiral*H, Flowe
I Orr
795-807
Bobbink I
BoulonFd.
Jackson SPerkinsCo 799
owerkerkP. , 804
Storra & Harrison Co 796
812
812
Suiith N
Taplln 8 SiJO
Auction Sales.
McCarthy NF&Co. Sll
Bt'Conlas
Davis AB&Son.... 812
«rf Snow Ger
iZB Geranln
liMii
. pots..
Roses, 2J4 and 3 in. pol
Vlncas var. , 2J4 inch |
Cyperus Alternifolln
divided and make 4 o:
ROOTED CUTTINGS.
Mrs. Pollock $2.00
Lemon Verbena...,
Snow Crest Daisy.
Hydrangeas, Pink i
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Terms Cash or C. O. D.
GREEHE I UNDERHILL, Watertown, N.Y.
When Writing Mention Florists'
The Plorists Exchhngb.
805
REPDTPISFIBST
The publication of the below
article in a recent issue of
AHERICAN GARDENING, has
brought nr. Jerolaman hun°
dreds of letters from every part
of the country.
Strawberries Henry and
Mary.
We have pjrowu almost all varie-
ties of berrien, but have only found
two reallj' large fruited onee. The
one is Mary, orisinated by the late
H. Alley of this village, the other is
called, here on Boyden Farm, Hen-
ry. We grow tens nf thousands of
quarts from each variety every
year, and they are without doubt
the largest and best of all grown in
the whole world. I liave had this
season thousands of quarts of
Mary, where from Ave to teu lier-
ries would make a heaping wooden
quart, and I have preserved seve-
ral in glass jars, with formalin, so
that all who doubt can come here
and see for themselves. Some of
these berries in the jars measure
thirteen inches around. I am tlu'
present owner of the Seth Boyden
farm. Seth Boyden originated the
first large strawberries, perhaps,
in the world (Agriculturist and
others) : he died in 1870. I then
bought his farm, and have con-
tinued to grow strawberries from
that time to this, and will say that
I am positive thi' plant called
Henry is, boyc.nd .■ill doubt, not
only the sti-ou-cst |.I,mii1. Imi the
largest, best, li.-ii^licst. .-11111 ^\\crt-
color dark crimson ; it i-
(staminate). very largo,
and no coxcombs grow on 11;. 1
have grown it for the past four
years for market in a small way,
and this season n<-arly one-halt of
all that I grew w, IS Ilcmy; il « ill
out-produce any si 1 .i\\ Ih 1 in jihiiit
that I have ever kimwn. loui y.-;ir-
old plants giviii- viv Ln^^r. ,ni.l
just ns fine "hriTies as |, hints one
ties e.xcep
good for
bach, am
disease ii
this seasi 1
iiund.
single plant Inis ilk-
young; it is till- tirsi
the last. 1 .1111 pick
ries from the Hi-ni-;
1.5.— Henry .Jekoi.a
nr. Jerolaman will not answer
any further correspondence ex=
cept through the columns of
AHERICAN GARDENING.
NOW READ
THE ADVERTISEMENT
THE ADVERTISEMENT.
TOOn FOBTIIHE IK SnnWBEgillESI
The Strawberry King and his Remarl, Saddle Holler, almost
BOILER AND PIPE
FOR SAI.E.
H. SCHUBERT, Little Ferry, N.J.
SeGODd-liaoilSteaniPiiie
14 Inch, 10 tons.
Sound, straight, and long lengths. For
sale in lots to suit the purchaser.
BOILERS FOR SALE!
Two No. 3, Style C, GURNEY HOT
WATER DOUBLE CROWN BOILtRS, com-
plete. In use Ave seasons. Were heat-
ing 30,000 square feet of glass for Palm
growing. Offering for sale because we
are increasing our capacity. These
boilers cost $450.00 each. We oSfer for
S'200.00 each, f. o. b., Eiverton, N. J. Also
one Locomotive Boiler, 11 ft., 4 ins. long,
fire box, 3 ft., 9 ins., by 2 ft., 3 Ins., with
28 3 in. tubes, 6 ft., 9 ins. long, has been
used for steam at 30 lbs. pressure. Will
sell for S50.00. Is in good order and
ready for service at once.
HENRY i. DREER, ''VrS?;.'""' PHIH.,Pl.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Providence.
Business continues dull, nothing
but funeral work now moving; the flor-
ists, however, are all busy preparing for
the Winter campaign which, if present in-
dications count for anything, will be the
best in many years. Asters now rule and
are favorites, white and pink taking the
lead.
menced benching their plants for the sea-
son, though some claim that their plants
will not be ready to Uft for a fortnight or
three weeks; the reportsfromall sections
in this vicinity indicate good, strong,
healthy plants that are just right to
bench, and that notwithstanding the ex-
cessive rains and dampness, there is little
or no stump rot, owing, undoubtedly, to
the sandy soil which is so prevalent.
Many of the growers have a considerable
surplus ot carnation stock.
Shade Trees.
Much has been said In this city late-
ly for and against the shade trees on our
highways; the following from the Provi-
dence Journal is of interest: " Mr.Greene,
the Superintendent of Lights, made some
remarks a few days ago regarding the in-
terference of shade trees in some parts of
the city witli the light from the electric
street lamps. He calls attention toi the
fact that in one of his reports to the
Board of Aldermen he made certain rec-
ommendations of which he is still in
favor. The report included the following
statements :
" The shade trees which border many
ot our principal streets (which no doubt
are highly appreciated by the residents
thereon) are a great hindrance to the
diffusion of light from the electrics, cast-
ing shadows oftentimes Avhere light is
most needed, making is quite difficult for
pedestrians to pass safely on their waj',
and causing frequent demands for small
lamps to be
of light.
" Hundreds of these trees are allowed
year after year to grow small branches
below the main branches, without being
removed; as these small branches add
nothing to their beauty or usefulness, it
would seem that a judicious trimming
could be done without the least injury to
their symmetry, save considerable ex-
pense to the city, and Improve the light-
ing service of the department.
'■ It is, therefore, hoped that some reg-
ular system ot tree-trimming will in the
near future be established; as also the
removal ot all trees that are well ad-
vanced in decay, broken and disfigured by
the elements, ot which there are many left
standing, that are neither useful nor or-
namental—only obstructions to side-
walk travel."
Nen eUas.
William Flanagan is building a 40x
:iO toot addition to his greenhouse on
Brook street.
William Maxfleld o[ Barrington is con-
structing a new carnation house 1.35x20
feet.
Mrs. Peck ot Warren avenue. East
Providence, is adding to hergreeuhouse a
lean-to house, 25xiiu feet.
Michael O'Conner has built a one-story
addition, 12 feet square, to his green-
house. 42 Beacon avenue.
Small Talk.
There is considerable rivalr.v in one
of the villages in the northern part of the
state as to who has the largest sun-
flower. There is one in Mapleville thatis
well worth mentioning. It has a stalk
91/1 feet in height and 8 inches in circum-
ference, and only bears one blossom,
which measures 3 feet 11 inches in diame-
Real estate on Plenty street, belonging
to Walter McNanghton, is advertised at
auction sale on September 14, 1SS)7, un-
der foreclosure of mortgage to the Provi-
dence Institution of Savings, dated June
27, 1887.
George .Johnson has gone to Europe for
several months' sojourn. He will spend
most of the time at Isle of Man.
H. G. Shepard, representative of Cross-
man Bros., seedsmen of Rochester, N'. Y.,
was in town Monday.
W. A. Potter & Co. have received their
annual consignment ot French bnllts and
are preparing to fill oiders. W. H. M.
Newport, R. I.
The decorations at the ball given early
in August by the Newport cottagers to
the officers of the W'hite Squadron then
lying in the harbor deserve to go on rec-
ord. Eighty cottagers subscribed $100
each, and the decorations wliich were ex-
ecuted by the Rosary Company underthe
supervision of J. H. Troy, were on a very
elaborate scale.
The ball room, 45x65 feet, was
wreathed with Roman garlands of pink
hydrangeas, some 5,000 flowers ot the
same being used. The stage was fitted
up with Louis XIV. furniture, vases of
American Beauty being on the tables, and
a large bank of pink hydrangeas in tubs
with groups ot Kentias and Areca lutes-
cens The balconies were hung with
rich tapestries valued at ¥1'0,000, pro-
perty ot Mrs. O. H. P. Belmont ; between
and in front ot the pillars were hung cor-
nucopia baskets filled with American
Beauty roses. Standing around the ball
room in front ot each pillar, were some
30 bamboo poles, 10 feet in height, filled
with Hydrangea paniculata, with a
background of cut branches ot Prunus
plssardii, the purple foliage showing oft
the white hydrangeas to great effect.
The piazza, 2(i() feet long by 20 feet
wide, was arranged with large groups
ot hydrangeas in tubs, with a back-
ground of tall palms, forming alcoves in
which were placed lounges, chairs, etc.,
each forming a miniature boudoir, and
allowing room for tlie guests to pronii-
nade the entire length of the ]>i.izza.
Similar groups were formed on the I,ih 11.
The hydrangeas were magnificent >i]u-r\-
mens, averaging 100 to 1.50 iIowits t" a
tub. Eighty of these si)efinien livclian-
geas were used and about l."> w.in.iiil.i.iils
of palms and other decoi-Mtiv.^ ijlnnts.
The tent in which supper was wivcd was
75x40 feet, and was wreathed and
festooned with oak branches, witli large
set pieces of Hydrangea paniculata ; ;34
supper tables weredecorated with Beauty
and Bridesmaid roses, the admirals and
chief officers occupying the Beauty tables.
The entire ball room decoration was
lit up by pink electric light, the roof ot
the piazza being literall.v covered with
Chinese lanterns ot every conceivable
shape. The trees and grounds were also
hung with Chinese lanterns and colored
lights. There were about 1,000 guests,
and 800 bottles of champagne were dis-
posed of.
The most elaborate dinner dance of the
Newport season of 1897 took place at
the home ot Senator Brice, " Beaulieu,"
on .\ugust 25.
The Rosary (Troy, N. Y.) Company
had the floral decorations in charge and
carried them out well. The floral adorn-
ment consisted ot yellow flowers entirelv,
with palms and foliage ot white arid
green. The frieze around the ball room
was ?, feet wide and about 312 feet
long, which was festooned in palms.
There were twenty -four panels, 12 feet
long by 4 feet wide, ttlled with flowers,
using for the work :3,000 gladioli and
three wagonloads of golden rod and
3,000 double sunflovversin set designs.
Two pretty grottos with pillars of lau-
rel and the roofs thatched with oak
leaves adorned the north and south cor-
ners ot the west side ot the ball room,
which was entirely festooned with white
hydrangeas. The house decorations
were of cut flowers, palms, and plants.
The Ughts above the ball room were
arranged so as to give an onyx effect.
The side rows of electric Ughts were cov-
ered with fine yellow mulle, which added
to the pretty appearance of the room.
The panels.weli arranged for ventilation,
were admirably constructed for a view ot
the pretty cliffs.
The affair began with a dinner served
in the ball room on twenty-two tables,
the table decorations being American
Beauty roses arranged with sprays ot
Asparagus Sprengerii; gardenias and
jessamines for boutonnieres.
Mrs. David King gave a very pretty
young people's dance at " Kingscote" on
August 24, in honor of her daughter.
The floral decorations were confined
principally to the ball room, though the
hallway was hung with heavy strands ot
briglit and glossy foliage, mingled with
clusters ot deep red roses, and near the
stairway stood tall Egyptian vases filled
with golden yellow flowers. The guests
entered the ball room through an arch-
way of flowers and beheld the doorways
heavily fringed with peach blossoms and
erica, while directly opposite the floral
archway a rare effect was produced by
fancy foliage plants and ornamental
grasses. All around the room were elec-
tric Ughts, delicatel.v screened with pale
pink shades, from which were hung taste-
ful garlands ot choice vines in full bloom,
extending the entire length of the room,
from the end where the musicians were
placed, to the large fireplace. The piaz-
zas wereextended and enclosed, being dec-
orated with large palms and flowering
plants. Hodgson had charge ot the dec-
Buffalo.
W'ith the breaking up of the G. A. R. en-
campment, a humdrum has this week
settled on us, with business inclined to
dull, excepting that a call for funerals
helped some in a demand for some choice
work.
Flowers are fairly plentfful, except car-
nations; asters are now in improved sup-
ply.
Recent visitors were Martin Renkauf
ot Philadelphia, Burt Eddy of Chicago,
Mr. Wilhelmy, Jr., of Cleveland, H. B.
Cartwright. Oarieh, N. Y., John S. Hay,
Oneida, N. V. Vim.
Babylon. N. Y.
liam Wincott, toremar
Sutton, proprietor of theW'est Islip green-
houses, was jn-esented with a very hand-
some gold watch, tlie gift ot Mr. Sutton
and some other fiipiiils. The recipient of
the watch w.ik a ramliiiate for the gold
timepiece ^ivi-n I hi' must populargarden-
er ill the cniiiiirtition at the fair held re-
cently for ilii' h.'iiitit of St. Joseph's
ciniri-li. llr \^ as ilfii.iliil liy a very small
ni.ajniit.v. 'I'lir iMTsi Illation was made at
till' I'.,ahyl..ii I'lnl.. .aiHl was participated
in by .1 l.ir^r ii>nii)aii.v of the friends of
Mr. Sutton and liis foreman.— /J;-ooA7iv
EiigU:
Nursery Stock for N. Carolina.
The comipission for the extermination
of pests, which was created by an act of
the last General Assembly of North Caro-
Una, has modified the rules governing the
shipment of nursery stock into the state,
so as to require a permit from the com-
mission to he attached to every package
of nursery stock shipped here" Prot. W.
F. Masse.v was elected botanist and ento-
mologist to the commission.
The Plorists' Exchange.
807
MILDIW AND BLACK ROT
USE FOSTITE, U7o".l','^S,r^5:
C. H. JOOSTEN, "
IMPORTER OF PLANTS,
BULBS ANO SEEDS.
193 Greenwich St.. New York.
WhenWTrltlriB Mention Florists' EichanBe
CELERY PLANTS
WHITE PLUME and GIANT PASCAL.
Field-grown plantsat $1.00 per 1000 ; $8,50 per
10,000. Cash with order. Samples tree.
C. 91. GROSS9IAN,
'Wolcottvllle, Ind.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchai.ge
CABBAGE
LETTUCE and TOMATO PLANTS,
per 100; Jl.OO per 1000. It by mall addlO cts'.perlOO
Casb 'wltta order.
R. VINCENT JR. a SON, Whits Marsh, Md.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FITZGERALD„P£iCH
Jupan PlumA. Miller Ked I
borrv. Or^r l.OOll.OOO pea' \ i
Catalog fre..-. IIAKRI80^'8 MJKSEKIE^i, Uerlln.Md.
When WriUng Mention Florists" Exchange
All desirable leadinK varieties of PEACHES, oid
and new in trQiting orchdrds. Have the new
Triumph. UreenMboro. and iSneetl fruiting-
Buds can be supplied in season at low rates.
Very large stock of PLUM TREES all on plum
roots, one and two years. Buds can be supplied of
these also, either from nurseries or orchard trees.
Have all the leading Japanese varieties. Abundance,
Burbank. Chabot Satsuma, Willard an I ot ers :
also the new Red J iiue and Wick^on in eood supply.
Usual supply also of Asparaeus Root^ to offer
ALEXANDER PULLEN.MIIford Nurseries. Milford. Del
When Writing Mention Florists* Exchange
(00,000 PEACH TREES
All Leading Varieties.
8,000 Plam trees. 1.000 Apricota.
10,000 Apple trses, 3 years ?:i up, Ben Davis
to cl"se out that
10 000 Norway Maple, Imported seedlings,
twice transplanted, from 3 to 6 ft.
600 Norway Maple, 8 to 9 ft.
500 Silver Maple. 10 to 14 ft.
200 Suear Maple, 10 ro 13 ft.
300 Sugar Maple. 8 to 10 ft.
200 American sweet Chestnut. 5 to 7 ft.
100 Ridgely Chestnut. 6 to 7 ft,
IftO American Linden. 10 to 13 ft.
l.ono Norway Spruce. 2 to 3 ft.
Irish -Innlper. 2 ' '
C. L. LONGSDORF, r"it'iKll'^\'d'„S.".?«.:f4
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
...I HAVE A...
FINE STOCK
-OF-
P:iRS, JPPLES, CHE RIES,
PEtCHES, QUINCES, ic.
4.000 Sugar Maple. 12loH
3.000 Nucar Mnpleit 10 to 12
S0«0 Norway >lnple» 10 to 12
8.0C0 ^orway Mavlrs StolO
2.000 NrKnnfloliMy<-anioreMRp|e>.10loI2
1.500 Cut i.-av-dWeeplnii Birch. 9tol2
1.200 I'lirple Leaved Heecli 3 to 3
700?»carlet and tioldf" Oak lOtoU
1.500 Lliideo & Ilorae Cheatnuts.. 8 to 15
lom Colorado Bine Spruce I'Atosa
200O0 ralirornln Privet 2 to 6
t K>ioriO'le
nBVIne.,.trone.
t Apples, bearing atzes
florists und Superinteii.
t.OOO Pears. Cli
Landscape Arr>
call on me or write. Two Railroads and sTe'ambViais
toN»w VorkClty.
STEPHEN CRANE, Norwieli. Conn.
Proprietor Norwich Nursorlsa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Toronto.
Visit to s .Swert Pea Sppcislist.
Tlu' vit-H-|ji-(«iiIi.iit (.
r. K. rttle.v. is a
he iB growing
n varieties and
them. He has
iii-icties lielonn--
iMl I'liint C.i. (If
i\i.ii;iii.iit .III tlirni. The committee con-
.sisii.l III Ml snd Trade
Not much doing is what most all
say, and it is good so far as stock is con-
cerned, for roses and carnations are de-
cidedly scarce and in demand; funeral
work is about all that calls for fioweis,
Tlie weather has not l)een of tlie liisi
for some weeks, too cool at night and en-
tirely too dry. Outdoor stuff such as
gladiolus is suffering, and not as good as
usual. Some fine asters are seen occa-
sionally and plenty ot lilies, which are
much used.
Growers are all busy liousing carna-
tions and plants look fair. Little build-
ing is going on yet, and the season's new
glass is more than was expected.
Back from Conrrntioii.
One b.v one the boys are getting
home from the convention, all more tlian
pleased with this year's trip, but \vhen
Omaha is mentioned none seem to be
anxious to go next year, still I liave no
doubt we will show up as well as ever
with our pink Ijadges. E. C. Reineman.
Sioux City, la.
.J.f. Rennison is making another hand-
some improvement at his alread.v spac-
ious houses on upper .lennings street. He
is moving his houses at Ninth and Tierce
streets to the main plantand will thus
add to it extensively. It is also his in-
tention to l)egin at once the erection of
new houses at the corner of Sixth and
Pierce streets, wliere he will also build a
salesroom. with cold storage rooms, etc.,
for cut flowers.
GrapeBesI
Small
Fruits
AZALEA INDICA
Will be ready for delivery
October i. Write us for
prices on these ; also Dutch
Bulbs.
L. C. BOBBINK, Rutherford, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
300,000 Small and Large FERNS
Daybreak, Scott.
B. REDFIELD, - Glenside, Pa.
When Writing Mentlpn Florists' Exchange
psparagus Piiimosus Naiius..
*sh ASPARAGUS
SEED, Sio.oo per looo seeds.
Cash with order from unknown corree-
pondents.
R. ASMUS, ■ • NEW DURHAM, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
OTAHEITE ORANGES!
Bear in mind that we sliall have a tine
lot of well-fruited Otaheite Orange
Trees for Christmas delivery.
Glias. Zeller's Sons, Flatbush.Brooklyn.N.Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
500 PHOENIX RECLINATA.
In ,'. and 6 inch pots, 30 to 36 inches high from
t'lp of pots, in best condition, $9.00 per 1 ;
$70.00 per 100.
J. ST. MARD.
1000 FINE
..CYCAS..
From $1.00 up,
A Fine Lot of RVBBERS, A-c.
HESSION, Giarkson St., Flatbush, L I.
When "Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
: JULIUS ROEHRS,
^ Headquarters for
iPalms and Decorative Plants,;
; RUTHERFORD, N. J.
Carlton Hill. N. J.
LOOK HERE
Aoparaffuti Pliimoaiin Nanus, true clImblnK
virlet. 21.. 111. h 1...1K. ITOOoerluO.
Adianlum Cuiicatnni, 2 Inch. f3.00 per lOO; 2«
Mixed Pern- for ferneries. $3.00 per 100.
TERMS CASn OR C. O. D.
C. MERKEL Sl SON, Mentor, Ohio.
FERNS
Write for special prices on large
quantities. Order early.
JOHN SCOTT,
KEAP STREET UREENHOl'SES
EUOCi2CXj-S-1T, it. T.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
808
THB F=I-0RISTS' EXCHKNGl
i^^1«r^ SAVE TH^BLOOMS!
NIKOTEEN
i DOES NOT INJURE SENSITIVE
PLANT5.USED FOR FUMIGATION
ORSPRAYING.INDGORSOROUT.
200 POUNDS TOBACCO IN ONE PINI NIKOIEK
Price $l.50. ALL SEEDSMEN.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
DEATH TO THE INSECTS
HARMLESS TO THE PLANTS.
THE KENTUCKY EXTRAJ!T GO. Columbus, 0.
SOLE MAMFACTrKERS.
Rook of l>lrectioDH ^cnt I'pon Appllcatton.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PIRIT Cured
Tobacco Co.
jLouisville.Ky
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SCOLLAY'S
I IMPROVED
, , Iputtybulb
J ^1 ■&■ ^°'^ Glazing Sash, Etc.,
^^ ^ PATENT PLftNT SPRINKLER
for Bale by y.nir SeedBina
or sent, postpaid, f..r 81. UO.
JOHN A. SCOLLAT,
74 & 76 Myrtle Ave.,
BROOKLYN, - N. Y.
SEND STAMP FOR CATALOGUE.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
AGOODHOSEisaGOOD INVESTMENT
The best is the cheapest. To ascertain what a hose is worth, divide the cost per foot by
the number of years it will last. We are in the marliet to compete in number of years with
anything that is manufactured. Price Wots, per foot for Hinch; 16ct8. per foot for 5^ inch,
and 30ct8. per foot for 1 inch hose.
'• Best hose I have bousht in twelve years."— N. Stitdeh. " It Is fine."- E G. Hll.L.
^«B» Address J, G. & A. ESLER, Saddle River, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FLOWER POTS^^
We are niannfacturliK a Full Line of
STANDARD FLOWER POTS and HANGING BASKETS
OF THE BEST QUALITY.
Shipping: Facilities FirBt-Class, thereby Securing- Lowest Freight Kates.
Our goods are well packed, and breakage is nominal. Give us a trial. Send for Price List.
Address THE SYRACUSE POTTERY CO., 403 N. SAUNA ST., SYRACUSE, N. Y
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Wire Designs. Wire Designs. Wire Designs.
CHEAP! CHEAPER!! CHEAPEST!!!
The Klondike and Ala=lta outdone. Have you seen it ? Do you want it? You need it
All progress! -e Florists refer to it. Will be out 1st of October.
JAS. GRIFFITH'S LATEST CATALOGUE AND HARD TIMES DESIGN LIST.
To JAMES GRIFFITH, wire Designer,
7or Main Street, - CINCINNATI, OHIO.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
J
A
D
O
O
FIBRE==Every plant grown in it thrives
without earth.
LIQUID==The best, safest and cheapest
Fertilizer sold.
THE AMERICAN JADOO CO.,
811 Fair
U. S. Patent and
Trade Mark.
phii-
before plaeLng
Quaker City Machine Co.,
RICHMOND, IND.
Mention Kluilsts Kxchange
HAVE RICH MELLOW LAND.
/■ — ^-^> AGBIcnLTPRAL DRAIN TILE,
m] ROUNDTILEJ;:":-'"'": ':v'c;:;!.:;;,i;'f:;::'
Tbat condition i
I 11 , follow thioufrh draining
■ " ■ with JACKSON'S Round
- 45 years we have been making these
-m Flor
Exchange
GLASS
FOR GREENHOUSES, CONSERVATORIES, GRAPERIES, HOTBEDS AND
FLORISTS' USE GENERALLY, AT LOWEST RATES, ^
L. HKRHIS Si. SON.
497 W. BROADWAY, NEW YORK, •S.k'BERTY $T.,_NEW YORK
Florists' Exchange
When Writing Me
GLASS!
GLASS!
For Greenhouses, Conservatories,
Graperies, Hotbeds and all other
purposes, at Lowest Rates.
N. COWEN'S SON, 392 fit 394 West Broadway, New York.
Formerly IBl and 156 So. Fifth Avenue.
Get our Figures before buyiiiK Glass. - listlmates Freely Given
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange^
t
CALIFORNIA RED CEDAR
h. DIETSGH I GO. 619 Shoffieiii Avenue, GHIGAGO
RED CEDAR AND CYPRESS GREENHOUSE MATERIAL.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
6BEEPQDSE HE|II)II} m YE|ITIL)IT1P,
Horticultural Architecture and Building.
ESTABLISHED 1844.
233 Mercer Street, NEW YORK.
FIVE PATTERNS OF BOILERS.
NINETEEN SIZES,
Perfect Sash Raising Apparatus.
Rosehousee, Greenhou
Frame Construction ei
ped ready for i
Etc., of Iron
d complete
■orkehlp-
Iron Frame Benches with the
Perfect Drainage Bench Tile'
•r Slate Tops.
ILHTSXRATED CATALOGUE.
■^■■^■i WrouKM
WroucM Iron Pip*, ValvM, Oooks, Fit.
KAY. 42 Day St., New York
When ■Writing Mention Florists' Exchi
VALVES
DON'T SyRINGE WITH COLD WATER
HENRY W. GIBBONS,
THE VAN REYPER
PERFECT GLAZIERS' POINTS
HENRY A. DREER, 7(4 Chestnut St., Phila., Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SEND FOIt OUR ^EW CATAL,OGUE, WHICH SHOWS J
me lew Matlc Calile Yentilatoij
.A.T (S,. T^TOIj^' Ss BieO., 3Da3rton., OHio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
TRADE GREENHOUSES.
THE BEST MADE.
"Florists" Get Your Plans and Estimate from
PLENTY'S HORTICULTURAL WORKS,
148-156 Randolph Ave.', JERSEY CITY, N.J.
When Writing Mention Florlsta' Exchange
STANDARD VENTTT.ATING MACHINE.
NONE
EQUAL IT
IN
Strength
AND
Durability
Send for Catalogue.
NOTHING
Flimsy
OR
Complicated
about it.
E. HIPPARD. YOUNGSTOWN. OHIO
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
810
The F^lorists' Excht^nge.
K. ALLEN,
•>». Comm.isun Dealer m
CUT FLOW^ERS,
New York.
i Orden by mall or telesraph pror
I to. Telephone Call, 382 3
I ROSES AND VIOLETS SPECIALTIES.
MacDONALD & McMANUS,
so W. 30th St., New York.
FORD
BROS. !
WHOLESALE FLORISTS,!
Ill West 30th Street, |
NEW
YORK.
Consipmeiits Oo'.icitsd.
Telephone aeO 38th St |
WM. H. CUNTHER,
Wholesale Florist [
VIOLETS AND CARNATIONS A SPECIALTY.
Conslenments Solicited.
30 West 29th St., New Y
Telephone. 2300-38th Street.
I MICHAEL A. HART,
Wholesale S Gommission Florist,
113 W. SOth St., Hew York.
Telephone Call, 1307 38th St.
All kinds of Roses, Violets and Carnations
H. A. HOFFMANN.
Wholesale Florist
44 W. 29th St., NEW YORK.
Telephone Call, 1658 38th St.
American Beauties, Carnations, White '
Specialties. CONSIGNMENTS SOLIC
EDWARD C. HORAN,
WHOLESALE ♦ FLORIST,
No. 34 IV. 29th St.. New York.
WHOLESALE FLORISTS AND
DEALERS IN CUT FLOWERS
Solicit shipments of Cut Flowers on Comiuissiou. Best mariiet prices guaranteed.
TELEPHONE. 2778-38TH STREET.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange ^ .
CHAS. W. McKELLAR,
WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORIST
Largest and best market in Chicago. Conetaiit supply of all seasonable flowers.
Conslgnmejits of first grade goods solicited. Complete stock of Florists'
Supplies, Wire-work, etc. All orders given prompt attention.
Telephone, Main 1129. 45, 47, 49 WABASH AVENUE, CHICAGO. ILL.
BD. F. WINTERSON. Manager.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
JULIUS LANG,
Wholesale Florist
' 63 WEST 30tli ST.
Consignments Solicited. NEW YORK.
I FRANK MILLANG,
I Wholesale Commission Dealer
....in Gut Flowers...
408 East 34th St.. New York
I Cut Flower Exchange. Telephone Call.
i. Beanty, fancy and special
Bride
Bridesmaid . . . .
K. A. Victoria. .
Mermet
Papa Oontler
Perle
Bout, de Wootton..
Watteville.
iDiAHTtritoP .
BPiE^ons -.
f All colore, inferior gradei
M I White..
; Standabd 1 Pink
5 •Fancy (
Oe (The highest 3
O ard varieties.) (
I NoVBLTIBB
Oattletab
Cypbipedicm
Glidiolds
Lilies — Anratum
Lancifoliu
Longjflorn
Lilt of the Vallb
mzqnonettk
Sweet Peas (100 bi
) to 12 uu 15,
Aug. 31, 1897. Aug.
DO 2.00 to 3.0c 5.00
Oil 8.00 to 10
THE NEW YORK GUT FLOWER GO.
119-121 West 23d Street,
112-114 West 24th Street,
Telipbttn 733 18 h NEW YORK.
CCN'-I6NMENTS SOLICITED.
Special Attention Given to Shipping Orders.
When WrltlnfT Mention Florists' Exchange
r Priora of Fancy and Special .-itoci see our Coi-reapa
Prices are for quantities of one hundred unlesp other
I quoted above are given only after very carefui inqui
e their accuracy, they will he found practically correct up t
PURDY & BLAUVELT,
Wlioleaale and Commission Dealers m
CUT FLOWERS
UAISEHEAIS riEH TiWSZ A SFECULI7.
57 WEST 30th STREET,
B*t. Broadway ft 6tl< Ava. NEW YORK.
F. A. ROLKER,
WHOLESALE DEALER IN
CUT FLOWERS
lnZ:.F=. SHERIDHN
Wholesale Growers of Gut Flowers. .
ly 500,000 Feet of Olass~
We can fill all orcJers on short notice with all leading; varieties of ROSES ancJ
CARNATIONS. We are headquarters for fine AMERICAN BEAUTIES.
Give us a trial and convince yourself.
SALESROOM 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO, III.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, *f"l°o".It"
FLORIST
A fine stock ot VALLEY on hand throughout the Summer. Also a full line
of all seasonable cut flowers.
ORCHIDS— We can supply alfhnrt notice a few choice varieties, mostly Cattleyas.
During July August and September we close at 6 P. M.
1612-1614 Barker St. Bet chestnut & Market
Local and Long Oitttance 'Phoi
When Writing Mention Florists'^xchange
Philadelphia, Pa.
Illinois Cut Flower Co.,
51 Wabash Ave., Chicago.
Special discounts on Wire Work dur-
ing July and August.
KENNICOTT BROS. COMPANY,
Wholesale •Gut 'Flowers,
88 Wabasb Avenne,
CHICAGO, ILL.
WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY.
CUT FLOWERS
39 West SSicIti St., New York.
Teiepnone, 214— 38tta Bt.
Fbank H. Traendly. Chables Schenck.
TRAENDLY & SCHENGK,
Wholesale Florists,
38 W. 28th St. and CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE,
NEW YORK.
JOHN YOUNG,
Wholesale Florist,
51 WEST aSth ST.,
NEW YORK.
WM. J. BAKER.
Wholesale Florist
f432 So. Penn Square.
Philadelphia. Pa.
DUMONT
& CO., 1
WHOLESALE FLORISTS ||!||
CARNATIONS A
SPECIALTY.
No. 1305 Filbert St
, Philadelphia. |
S. FROWERT,
Wholesale FloristJ
17 North 13th Street,
PHILADELPHIA. PA.
Consignments Soliciled Special Attention Giren 1|
■ 3 Shipping Orders.
ED-WARD REID,
Wholesale Florist,
Finest Varieties Rises, Catnatlons, etc.
1526 Ranstead St . bet. Market & Chestnut Sis.
PHILADELPHIA, PA.
ROGERS PfiHK FLORAL GO.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Sept. 4, 1897.
The Florists' Exchange.
811
Wholesale Florists
JOBBERS IN
FLORIST'S
SUPPLIES.
A
FLORISTS' VASES.
HorllciiKurnl Auctlonefrs.
84 HAWLEY STREET, • BOSTON.
GEO. A. SUTHERLAND,
CUT FLOWERS and FLOillSTnUFFLIES
WHOLESALE.
67 Bromfield St., Boston, Mass.
City Hall Cut Flower Market
WELCH BROS., Props.
Regular Coiisig-nors Given Space Free
of Charee. Space let to growers wishing
to sell their own goods.
Flowers Shipped to all Points.
I ...SEKD FOR PRICE LIST...
Buffalo Gut Flower Exchange
WHOLESALE COMMISSION.
COXSIO.NIIENTS SOlIflTED.
481 Washington St., BUFFALO, N. Y.
Telephone. Seneca, 136t^.
H. L SUNDERBRUCH CO.,
Wholesale Commission Florists,
-W. EI,I.ISOP«,
Wholesale Gut Flowers,
Florist Supplloa. WIro Da«l(ns.
2744 Franklin Ave., ST. LOUIS, MO.
C. A. KUEHN,
WHOLESALE FLORIST,
1122 Pine St., St. Lonis, Mo.
A COMPLETE LINE OF WIBE DESIGNS.
C. W. WORS,
Wholesale Florist,
313 N. LEFPINGWELL AVENUE.
ST. LOVIS, MO.
FDTE ROSES— Shipped carefully to aU |
parts of the country.
HEADQUARTERS Ne^-v
WM. F. KASTING,
St. Louis
Gut Flower Go.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
HSPBBHGDS FLUjIIOSOS HBUDIi,
Cat Btrlnga, 10 to 13 feet long
50 Ota. each.
Shipped to any part of the
Knoxville, Tenn,
:i veil must iiiter-
}f;- the home at-
c)U of fruit was
the grapes being
;ni.l :i s Ilini; 'V\\<- iT'uit was reraark-
al.lN- lliir ,mhI lir.iiiiiiiillx- colored. Pears
wfiv w.'ll iv|,ivs.-nt.'.i. the fruit being all
youd. I'luiiis WLiv oidy second rate. A
large box of very nice straivberries was
shown.
The fruit crop in this section has been
the largest ever Isnown. Melons are so
plentiful that it is hard to dispose of
them, the farmers often giving away the
imsdld ones rather than carry them
Trade Notes.
Business has been good for the
summer season, the deaths of several
prominent citizens causing a large de-
M.NSis lii.li.irdson & Co. have retired
11. Mil l.iisiii.'ss ; t lie five greenhouses, boil-
iTs. :ii](l |.i|ir.s have been purchased by
c. \V.( rouch, whovvillremovethem to his
place and build at once; this will give
him 20 houses 100 feet long.
Winter flowering stock is growing
grandly; a field of 20,000 carnations
would be hard to beat, the plants being
all free from disease. Violets, too, are
remarkably good and clean. Princess
de Galles does remarkably well here.
The Chrrsanthemain Show.
This exhibition will be held early in
November; the date has not been de-
cided upon yet, but great preparations
are being made to have itsurpass all pre-
vious ones. Charles Baum has some fine
standards which are his specialty. Jfany
of the churches here give each Sunday-
school scholar early in the Spring a chry-
santhemum plant to grow all Summer,
and in the Fall a shoAV is held for the ben-
efit of the church, when quite good sums
are realized. H. Y.
Baltimore.
Basiness Improrlng.
There is slight -'improvement in
trade this week ; stock is plentiful, white
carnations are a glut and there is an
abundance of asters; roses are plentiful.
JOttlDgl.
Mrs. Hill, with Sam. Feast & Sons,
is recupci-JitiiiK at Altantic City. Mrs.
Hill has hecii 20 years with this firm.
Mr. Pliilip Welsh of Waverly has a fine
new house of roses that is doing well.
Fisher & Ekas have placed a new heat-
ing apparatus in their greenhouses, in or-
der to heat the whole area of glass with
one boiler.
Phil. Erdman has made extensive im-
provements in his residence.
Halliday Bros, have placed a new re-
frigerator in their store.
Some of the growers of Semple's asters,
have among tlieii' plants a dark purple
varii'ty of this str.'iiii, which is very
pretty and deserves to be grown. [W'e
have a spociiiien liclnrciisnow, itis really
very hiindsome.— Eij.]
Edwin .\. Skidewitz.
.Joseph S. Andre has been appointed in-
;tructor of floriculture at the National
.'arm School here.
3VC .^ SO- XT XI. S3 .
1215 Filbert street, Phil
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SHEEP MANURE
Cleaned and prepared expressly for florists' use.
rou will Sod it the Renutne article. For reference
to Its being firBt-class I refer you to Henry F.
Mlchell. 1018 Market Street,. Phila., Pa. Trial bags
of 150 lbs . ?2 60 ; per ton. |26 00. H ton at ton rate.
Hermose. Roses will betaken In exchange.
GODFREY ASCHMANN,
1012 Ontario St., PHILA., PA.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
* E. G. HILL & CO
[wholesale Florists, 1
» RICHMOND, INDIANA. «
'"1
'ists. *
-WELCH BROXHBRS,
DEALERS IN
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
■p'^rp'rn'^fa'::: [ BOSTON.
Wire Designs, Wheat Sheaves, Baskets, Im-
mortelles, Cape Flowers, Cut Flowers. Boxea,
and all other supplies, at prices to meet com-
petition
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CHOCOLATE COOLER CO.,
GRAND RAPIDS, MICH.
Manufacturers of
FLOniST'S REFIIiGEillTORS.
Send for Circular.
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M. RICE &CO.,
Importers and Manufacturers of
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES
25 Jf. 4th St., Philadelphia, Pa.
HEW FAI,!, OATALOOUB NOW BEAD1
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STANDARD
FLOWER POTS
IV. H. ERNEST,
Stlktlon M, N. E., WASHINGTON, D. O
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STANDARD ♦ POTS.
We are now ready to supply a superiol
quality of Pots in unlimited quantities.
Catalogues and price lists furnished on
application.
A. H. HEWS & CO.,
NORTH CAMBRIDGE, - MASS,
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Sand far our Naw Prloa Llat with a.Ira dlaeounla. All onr Fota, from 7 In. and npwards, taavi
6nr PatanI Eioalalor BoMom, which I. a great advantage, ai It Insnrea perf.ot dralnag..
A FULl. LINE OF BULB PANS.
IHE WHILLDIN POTTEEY 00., 713 to 719 Wharton Street, PHILADELPHIA
nnA>jf,iT nnrrama, J Kearney and WeBtstde Atob.. Jersey City. N.J.
BRANCH HOUSB8: j jackBon Ave. and Pearson St.. Loon Island City, N. T.
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JOHN GONLEY & SON,
MANUFACTURERS OF
TIN FOIL
2 and 4 Dominick Street,
NEW YORK.
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Galax Leaves.
CHAS. H. RICKSECKER, Linville, N. C.
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. FOR FINEST .
Qalax Leaves and
Leucothoe Sprays,
ALWAYS WRITE THE INTRODUCERS.
Highlands Nursery, Kawana, N. C
Stalioneiy for Florists.
Every florist in the land should have a
complete supply of printed matter where-
with to conduct his business in befitting
style. We have the largest outfit in
America devoted solely to horticultural
printing, and we understand the wants
of the trade. Below we quote two com-
bination offers and would be pleased to
supply j-ou.
00 Combination offer
— includes....
2S0 Noteheada, BJ^xSH ins.
250 Envelopea, size i%.
850 Billheads, 7 ins. wide, f^ ins. deep.
250 Bnsineaa Cards, mx4ii Ina.
260 Taga, size 2HxGM ins.
Cash with order. Delivered F. 0. B., N. Y.
$5.22
$J
0 00 Combination offer
•— includes....
600 Noteheads, 6^x8^ ins.
600 Envelopes, size 6^.
600 Billheads, 7 ins- wide, 6H ins. deep.
600 Monthly .<f air, or change of diet, and for the
sou— to keep trade and body healthy
812
FEBU PTEBIS TREiLII
mow RCADV.
In excellent condilion, from 2U '"■ POtB,
10 to 18 in. high, ready to shift to 4s, $3.60 per
100; $30.00 per 1000.
R. WITTERST/tTTER, Sedamsville, Ohio.
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FERNS!!
ADIANTUM CUNEATUM.
PALMS
AND
FERNS.
Th« LARGEST STOCK in the West.
IICACO.
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PANDANUS UTILIS!
Z}i inch pots, $5.00 per 100 ; $40.00 per 1000.
REX BEGONIAS, 14 vars., labeled, eicel-
iver sorts, strong plants.
strong plants.
lO ; 3 inch pots,
perfect plant?
PAIiM, Latania Borbonica,
from 2>/' inch pots, 8400 per IC
$6.00 per 100.
RUBBER PLANTS, e.\. fine,
well-grown, 18in. high, from 5 it
The above stock is clean, w
flrst-claas in every particular
A. B. DAVIS & SON. P'^IP^S^.^'!-
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The Plorists' Exghknge.
BOUCAINVILLEAST
ily handled
BA^TQ The plants are strong, rapid i^rowers. They
r/^X, I O. jjj .^n gj^ggg of growth. The two varieties offered are very
readily propagated. They are not subject to any insect pests. They are free and
continuous bloomers for four to six months in the forepart of the year. ibe
bloom-bracts are very durable on plant or in cut sprays. The color is showy and
very attractive. Send for "Facts and Comments."
We oerer nice ttock of both varieties, from r, incli pots.
GLABRA (') 15 to 30 inches above pots, 4 to C shoots. GLABRA SANDERIANA, 15
to '25 inches above pots, 6 to 8 shoots. Price, $50.00 per 100 ; 5 plants at 100 rates.
The above plants can be safely shipped by freight to points
within a week's shipping distance of Pittsburgh
We mail 4 nice branched plants of either variety, from 2U in. pots, for $1.00, or 13 for $3.50.
CASH WITH ORDER. THEO. F. BECKERT, Glenfield, Pa. N«™«j8LAin.. 9 mi.e,
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Smil
LARGEST AND BEST STOCK OF
PREPARED CYCAS LEAVES
TO BE KOUPjn ANVW^HERE
Metal Floral Designs, Sheares, Doves, Baskets, Moss Wreaths, T?lieat, Milkweeds
Cape Flowers, Wire Work, and all Florists' Supplies.
Write for catalogue. Free to tlie trade.
A. HERRMANN, 404-412 East 34th Street (Near Ferry), New York,
Manufacturer ol METAL FLORAL DESIGNS, Importer and Dealer In FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.
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Largest Stock in the Country.
All goods up to date, and of
superior quality.
Send for Illustrated Catalogue.
H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.,
B6 N. FOURTH STREET, PHILADELPHIA, PA.
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X>..A.Xj]VCS
100,000 FERNS
1,000 FICUSELASTICA
4t inch pots, fine stock.
10,000 SMILAX
CHAS, F. BAKER, UUca, N. Y.
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G[IIUIHE eOUON rERN.
(N. EXALTATA BOSTONIENSIS.)
$5 to $25 per I OO. Price* on
specimen plants on application.
KENTIAS,
from $6.00 per dozen to $io,oo each.
LATANIAS,
from $6.00 per dozen to $3.00 each.
PRIMROSES,
2|,, in. pots, $4.00 per 100; 3'i in. $6.00
RUBBER PLANTS,
6 in. pots, $6.00 per doz.
WILLIAM &. BOCK, North Cambridge, Mass.
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U EtSSER,
Neb.
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DRAC/ENA SANDERIANA I^Z^'rin.
pots. Ji.OOperdoz.
FiCUS ELASTIC A JU'p'i't^^^wSer'J"":
SMILAX S"fe?roo.' '"°""' '"^ '"■=" "'"'■
CLt MATIS ^o"SI,=2?4'iS?^^rdXe?/.'"'
Price List on application.
C. EISELE: 1 1th & Jefleison Sts., Philadelphia, Pa.
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Nephrolepis Exaltata Bostoniensis.
In large and small quantities from $40.00 to |80.00 per 1000.
MINE IS THE GENUINE STOCK.
FRED. C. BECKER, - - - 1730 Cambridge Street, CAMBRIDGE, MASS.
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FftLI\/l?:*A^._jMS— Ficus Elastica, Araucaria E.xcelsa, Pandanus
Veitchii and ^' <> v -''^s Revoluta, Adiantum Farleyense, &c. All sizes.
Hardy, strong "l? v^^rown plants. Will last and give satisfaction. Prices
moderate. Pric^ A, on application
CHAS. ». BALL,
Uolmesburg, Pbila., Pa.
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Areca Lutescens, Latania Borbonica, Kentias,
Cocos Weddeliana, &c.
HARDY, HOME-GROWN, PERFECT PL&NTS, VERY URGE STOCK OF &LL SIZES.
PRICES LOW. SEND FOR WHOLESALE LIST.
-JOSEPH HEACOCK, Wyncote, Pa.
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(INDICA.)
3, $16.00 per 100; $146.00 perl
PALMS, Etc.
For Palms, Aspidistras, Arauoarias, etc.,
please refer to our advertisement in Florists'
Exchange of Nay 16tb and June 12th.
BEGONIAS.
(Erect Flowering) Single Tuberous Rooted.
About 1 inch dlam., separate colors, $8.00 per
1000 ; $70.00 per 10,000.
About 1 to \ii inch dlam., separ
colors,
$16.00 per 1000 ; $150.00 per
Doable Flowering.
About 1 in. diam., separate colors, $22 per lOOO.
Aboutl>4in. and above, Sep. color8,$40 per 1000.
GLOXINIAS ^Vo'^'erlng.)
About M to 1 inch diam., mixed, $10.00 per 1000;
$90.00 per 10,000.
About 1 inch and above dlam., mixed, $18.00 per
1000; $160.00 per 10,C00.
Forcing and other Nursery stockfl
ROYAL NURSERIES,
LOUIS VAN HOUTTE PERE,
Ghent, Belgium.
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INTERNATIONAL HORTICULTURAL EXPOSITION,
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from; may till October.
We are a straight 3lioot and
grow into a vigorous plant.
A WEEKLY MEDIUM OF INTERCHANGE FOR FLORISTS. NURSERYMEN. SEEDSMEN AND THE TRADE IN GENERAU
TOL, IX, NO. 37.
NEW YORK, SEPTEMBER 1 1, 1897.
One Dollar Per Year.
DECORATIVE PLANTS
ARECA BAUERI.
3 inch pots, S-9 Inches hiich ?3.(W
4 inch pots, 13-15 inches high 3 UO
6 inch pots, 2i)-21 Inches high 6.0O
COCOS WEDDELIANA.
Per Doz.
3 inch pota J3.0j
i inch pots, single stem 5.00
pot 5.00
KENTIA BELMOREANA.
Per Doi.
2 inch pots
3 incli pots, 8-12 inches high, 4 to
4 loch pots, 12-15 inches high 4 to
6 leaves 4.50
6 Inch pots, 18-20 Inches high, 6 to
7 leaves, stocky 9 00
KENTIA FORSTERIANA.
2 inch pots
3 loch pots, 12-15 inches high
4 iQSh pots, 15-18 inches high $4.50
LATANIA BORBONICA.
Per Doi.
3 Inch pots
4 inch pots, 12-15 inches high $3.00
a inch pots, 18-20 Inches high,
stocky 9.00
ARECA LUTESCENS.
5 inch pots, 20-24 inches high, 3 planU in
$8 00 per doz.; $50.00 per 100.
PHCENIX RECLINATA.
Per Dot. Per 100
4 inch pots. 12-15 inches high $3.00 $2.5.00
5 inch pots, 15-18 inches high 6.C0 45.10
GEONOMA GRACILIS.
2 inch pots $15.00 per 100
LIVISTONA HOOGENDORPII.
4 inch pots, 10-12 inches high, 7 leaves, $4.50
per doz.; $35.00 per 100.
LIVISTONA ROTUNDIFOLIA.
5 inch pots, 10-12 inches high, 7 to 8 leaves,
$1.00 each ; $13.00 per doz.
6 inch pots, 12-15 inches high, 7 to 8 leaves,
strong, $1.50 each ; $18 00 per doz.
AOIANTUM CUNEATUM.
3 inch pots $7.00 per lOO ; $65.C0 per 1000
ASPIDIUM TENSIMENSE.
3 inch pots $8.00 per 100 ; $75.09 per 1000
ASSO.UED FERNS.
2 inch pots $4.00 per 100; $3.5.00 per 1000
ALSOPHILA AUSTRALIS.
3 inch pots $1.50 per doz.; $10.00 per 100
I ADIANTUM FARLEYENSE.
Each. Doz.
4inchpot8 $0.50 $6.00
Sinchpots 75 9.00
6 inch pots 1.50 18.00
PITCHER & MANDA, Short Hills, N.J.
JOHN N. MAY, Receiver.
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WE WERE THE ONLY FIRM WHO RECEIVED A
CERTIFICATE OF MERIT
FOR GENERAL COLLECTION OF BULBS
CLEVELAND 1 896-PROVlDENCE 1897
The following Bulbs are now ready for delivery :
-ETIY ITl^filW A Ci Extra sized buliis. 60c. per 103; $5.00 per 1000. Mammoth bull s
t* l*.*lrJi»Ai*.». $2.00 per 100; $15 00 per lOJU.
BERMUDA BUTTERCUP OXALIS. l\i\rAZ
•m WW TWTTwr W A 1» W¥«5¥¥ Finest quality, 6-7 in. bulbs, the most profitable
l.ll-.l.diTl. JW./1.1S.JS.1SJ.1.. Bize for general forcing, $3.00 per 100; $36.50 pei
1000. 9-11 inch bulbs, $12.03 per 103; $110.00 per lOuO.
BERMUDA GROIJVIV I.ONGIFI.ORUM.
S-7 in. bulbs. S3 50 per 100; $30.00 per 1000. 7-9 in. bulbs. $7.60 per 100 ; J7i).00 per lUtiO. 9-11
in. bulbs, $1500 per 100. Large size Bermuda grown LonKiHoruui is very scarce— order
(luick if you want any.
^WHITE ROMAN HYACINTHS. l^Tl^m'"'!^"^
$3,50 piT 100 ; $22.00 per 1(100. In full caie lots about 2*0 bulbs, $20.00 per lOOO.
^WHITE ITALIAN HYACINTHS. f^fAV ™^ »"
PINK ROMANS. $2.00 per lOO; $16.00 per 1000.
Large Flowered Paper White Narcissus.
$1.2) per 100; 51""0 per lOiW. In unbroken case lots, 1800 bulbs to case, $0 00 per 1000.
min.indh .- - .
Ham.. $8.00
, $12.00 per lUO; $100.00 per 1000.
ALLIUM NEAPOLITANUM. T5c. ..er lOC; $6.00 per lOOO.
For DUTCH BULBS, etc., which will soon be ready, see our Fall List.
F. R. PIERSON CO-
ROSE HILL NURSERIES.
The Largest and Finest Stock in America.
ARECA LUTESCENS.
■ high
$4. $5
3 to 6 ft, $4, $5 and $6 each
COCOS WEDDELIANA.
DOZ RON.
. pots, extra tine, 5 to S leaves. $2. 00 $15.00
pots, extra fine, strong 2.50 20.00
, pots, e.xtra line, very strong,
3.50 25.00
■a fine, very strong,
KENTIA BELMOREANA.
a. pots, extra strong, bushy, 5 to
6 leaves, 18 to 20 inches high $0.75 $8.00
a. pots, heavy, 2 to 2V2 ft. high.... 1.50 18.00
a. pots, heavy, 2 to iVi ft. high. . . . 2.00 2<.00
a. pots, 36 to 40 n., decorative size, $3.60 to
$6.00 each.
KENTIA FORSTERIANA.
Zto2J,2 •■ $2to$2 50 "
LATANIA BORBONICA.
II. pots, 2 ft. specimens $15.00 per doz.
Q. pots, perfect specimens, 7-9 leaves, $18.00
Q. pots, perfect specimens, 8-9 leaves, $2.00 to
$2.50 each.
taken from top
5 in. pots, 12 to 16 in. high, $1.50 each; $18.00
PHCENIX RECLINATA.
6 In. pots, 15 to 13 Ml. high, $1.00 each ; $10.00
DRAC^NAS (in variety).
Without doubt or exc.eption we have the
grandest loi In the cjjuntry. Open for
$4.00 per doz.
(colored and coloring).,
FICUS ELASTICA.
EACH HON.
. pots, flne, strong plants $0.36 $30.00
strong, 2 rr. high 50 50.00
21 i to 3 ft. high 75 75.00
FERNS. FERNS. FERNS.
If you are going to buy it will pay you to
get a sample of our grand stock.
21-4 in. pots, in 5 varieties $3.50 per 100; $30.00
per 1000.
Nephrnlepls cordfltacorapacta. The largest
stock of this grand variety.
3 in. pots, flne stock $16.00 per 100
6 in. pots flne specimens, 15 to 18 in. high, $4,110
per doz.; $35.00 per 100.
PTERIS UMBROSA CICANTEA.
4 in. pots per lliO, $36.00
5 " per doz., 5.00
6 " bushy Each, .65
SIEBRECHT & SON,
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NEW ROCHELLE. N. Y.
ouR"FIorists Stock Now in Season"
\ White Roman Hyacintlis,
Ulammotii Freesias.
Narcissus P. W. CranJiflora,
L. Harrisii and Bermuda Oxalis.
PANSY S SEED
/- II D lu^ ViUGHiN'S IHTERNATIOHiLPiHSY MIXTURE. ;'„^e'p'an'.;
Calla bulbs. S'."^;f;Vs"a7>r^,^a','"'""" -'-"<-.''reaH..,heh,«he.t price, for
t the
rid over. It
W.> have faoilitif!, and
direct ooiiuectious with
gi-owofs of these bulbs in
California by wliich we se-
cure select roots, well cured
and healthy. For tliese
prices we give.
EXTRA G03D VALUE.
Do7.. 100
FIRST SIZE. IM to IS^
in. in diameter $0 75 $.i oO
SELECT, about 1!^ to
CdPsler and BuKi
strains, the Fals
strain of any of
In ourlNTEBNATIO.VA
Ito
.60c. (l.osjlOper
Vaugban's " GIANT PANSY MIXTURE." .^1
sOlant
product of celebrated Scotch
"iMuts. In fact there la no
>T Specialists not represented
.XTUKR._ Price, per oi. »10 OO; Ni oi.
Kmbraces besides
reds.
and pi
idldCi
GIANT
PANSIES
EXTRft SELECT, about
he splendid Cassler strain wli
Uolrien Qiieen. pure rellow. pkt.Iie ; >ioi. SSc.
IMok H;ilrnnKrn. pkt. aso^; H oi. 85o.
ic'oar BlnckVp"!. 25c!; W ..VMc.
84 & 88 RANDOLPH ST
CHICAGO.
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CHICAGO PARKS BEDDING PANSIES ;;'i^,s;i;",.t'i';?i?;!
raiifs si" STORE 'tiit'sS''
I Florists' Exchange
814
The F=i-orists' Exchange.
OUR GRAND OPENING
SALE AT AUCTION
Of PALMS, DRAG£NAS, FIGUS, GROTONS, ARAUGARIAS,
NEPHROLEPIS BOSTONIENSIS, OAVALLIA FURGANS, NEPHRO-
LEPIS GORD&TA GOMPAGTA. ALSO TREE FERNS, BULBS, ETC.
WM. ELLIOTT & SONS
WILL SELL
TUESDAY, SEPT. 14, 1897, AT
W. J. ELLIOTT, Auctioneer. 54 and 56 Dey:St.,'New York,
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VALLEYS!
True Berlin and Hamburg Pips. Al quality, snd very
evenly assorted, at import prices, in case lots only
J. L. SCHILLER, Rutherford, N. J.
iSole Anpiitroi'K.G. ■■oiniencke, Haii,burB.
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KENTUCKY BLUE GRAS3 (^POA PRATENSIS).
CHAS. E. PRUNTY,
MAIN AND MARKET, SA!NT LOUIS.
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AMERICAN BULB COMPANY
SPECIAL OFFERS THIS ^VEEK :
LILIUM LONCIFLORUM-Bermuda Stock.
Enrlv healthy, irunranteed in perfect condition. 5 to 7 inch bulbR, case of 400 for $12,00;
$4.25 per 100. 7 to 9 inch bulbs, case of 200 for $11.00; $7.00 per 100.
FREESIA REFRACTA ALBA.
Giant bulbs, nearly one inch in diameter, $2.60 per 100. Mammol h bulbs. % to ^ inch in
diameter, $1 .2.5 per 100: $9 60 per 1000. Extra selected bulbs, averaging H inch in diameter,
75c. per 100; $6 00 per lOOO. Selected bulbs, 40c. per 100; $3 60 perlCCO.
LITTLE OEM CALLAS.
Elliott's true variety. Dry bulbs, extra strong, 2.") bulbs prepaid for $1.25.
LILIUM HARRISII HYACINTHS, TULIPS^ NARCISSUS, and allseasonable
0uli>8iustocK. Seud for copy ot new Fall Bulb List tor florists only.
AMERICAN BULB COMPANY, SHORT HILLS, N. J.
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w«.TE Q_ s_ LODER, Sec'y,
NATIONAL FLORIST'S BOARD f F TRADE,
a?l Broodnnj. Xcw York.
la regard to Collections. Credits, etc.
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»X«,XC]
ALL BULBS AND PLANTS
For Summer and Fall Delivery, Quotei
at Very Low Rates.
HDLSEBOSCH BROS,, Englewood, N. J.
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j =BULBS=*]
I CHiS. H. ALIEN, Floral Park, H. Y. J
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Palm Seeds,
fD HAY
OX ALI, KINDS OF
BULBS, PLANTS, Etc,
F. "W. O. SCHMITZ, - Jersey City, N. J.
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GRASS SEEDS
J. CHAS. McCULLOUCH, SEEDSMAN, CINCINNATI, O.
JOBBING TRADE A SPECIALTY.
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We ape Enieputeis aid Bedeaners.
RED TOP, BLUE GRASS,
ORCHARD GRASS, MEADOW
FESCUE and SUNFLOWER.
FILL DELIVERY OF OlLIFORNIl GItOWN SEEDS!
SWEET PEA SEED, in best standard f
97. (Crop is short and EARLY orders are
Jrowers, carefully selected and CLEAN.
Asters, in FAVORITE sorts.
Balsams, Id FAVORITE sorts.
Cannas, in FAVORITE sorts.
Carnation I»Iarg:aerlte.
Centanrea, in standards and NEW
HYBRIDS.
Cosmos, Giant Perfection, separate colors
I and others.
IMIg;nonette, FINEST varieties.
Nasturtium, rail mixed.
Masturlluni, Tom Thumb, mixed.
I*etunlas, fringed, single and double
PlilOK Drummondl.
Phlox Maua Compacta.
Smlla:K.
Stocks, Giant Perfection, and all other
Verbena, Mammoth, finest sorts.
SPECIAL OFFER. L mited stock of following sreds : Phcenlx farlnifera, P. Natalenis
P. Cycaditolla, P. Hybrid Rupicola and Sylvestris, at $4 00 per lati, delivered. Order QUICK.
Address, H. H. BERCER &. CO., 220 Broadway, New York.
Branch Oflice, San Francisco. Cal. (Establlsheil 1878.)
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Ixed.
Dahlia, Tom Thu
Freesla Seed.
Hollyhock, in t
I.obeIla, in BES1
BULBS... GLAZING MATERIAL.
Romans,
Harrisii.,
L. Candldum,
Freesias,
P. W. Narcissus,
NOW READY.
Mastica,
Mastica Machine,
Liquid Putty,
Scollay Putty Bulb,
Van Reyper's
Glazing Points.
highest germinating power.
J. L. SCHILLER, Rutherford, N. J.
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FREESIAS
BELOW WHOLESALE PRICES.
To close out quickly.
We offer !4 to H in. bulbs, superior qua
thoroughly ripened; delivered free by
or express at ?2 VS per 1000 ; $26.00 for 10,00
UNION FLORAL CO..
Sta. C. LOS AKCELES, CAL.
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SIIPANSIES
THE JENNINGS' STRAIN
£R
selected plants, all large flowerJDg-, in grea
variety and most splendid colors: withoui
doubt the finest strain in the market to-day
The following complimentary letter Is one o:
many received every y —
ELLIS & POLLWORTH, Milwaukee, Wis.
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BcFPAio. N. T.. June Sth.
Mr. E. B. JENN-1NG8, Dear sir. The Pansy Seed
supplied by you last Aueust produced the finest lot
of pansles I have eTer seen. They were uniformly
Urst-class. Send me one oz. of your best mixed as
soon as y»u are ready. Respectfully yours.
William Scott.
Try a packet of Jennings' finest mixed strain
ad you will not be disappointed. Finest mixed.
PANSY PLANTS ready Sept. IB.
E. B. JENNINGS,'-°§^54?' Southport, Conn.
• ROWER OF THE FINEST PANSIIS.
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& SON, Auckland, New Zealand.
ARECA BAUERII Immediate delivery.
KENTIA BELMOREANA. September delivery.
E. H. PATTERSON, Sole Agt. for U. S. A.
204 Pearl Street. NEW YORK CITY.
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GIANT MARKET and GIANT FANCY.
SEED in trade pkts., at $1 each.
Also plants ot the above for sale.
DENYS ZIRNGIEBEL,
, Mass.
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VAUTIER'S
MAMMOTH PANSY.
Trade pk1
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iW.«D'S.SSMUSH¥isPiWNl
6 Special quotatioriH to larare buyers. 4
I ALL KINDS OF BULBS. Lmum Harrlsll.S
* Freesias, Roman x
B Hyacintlis. Narcissus, etc , etc.
WEEBER & DON, "1^0^^^-"'
14 Chamber! St., NEW YOR
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HENDERSOII'S JLB CDLTURE.
THIS Is a large twenty-four page book, with
Special Culture directions tor over iiOO
varieties of Bulbs. It has been compiled with
great care, and Its Information Is accurate, re-
Hable and up to the latest date. Thl» book
should be In the hands of every Florlit.
POST-PAID for 26 ot*.
THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE
p. O. BOX. 1697. NEW YORK.
GIANT FLOWERED, EARLY BLOOMING.
S'x spleodtd varieties, separate. *1,00 per ounre
Mlied, 75 cts. per ounce.
New Calll»PBi9 Ian. Krand., (ilant Flowered
Calirornia !!lanbeaina, (100 per (unc».
Special pr'ces on quantity.
Apple Geranium, fresh, 100 per 1000 seeds:
Senfortbia Ele(ran«*, after October 1
per 100; t.S.On per 1000 seeds.
Calla Lily Bnlba._ Prices i
Send for Trade List ,
Bulbs and Cacti.
MRS. THEODOSIA B. SHEPHERD
Ventura-bv-tbe-SeR. Cnl.
When W^rltlng Mention Florists' Exchange
The F^lorists* Exchange.
815
SEED TBPE QEFOBT.
Points and informatiOD from
Interested In this column, si
Editor Seed Tbaiie, care i
CHANGK, P. O. BOX 1697. Ne
AIVIERICAN SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION.
.ruROME B. Rice, Cambridge, N. Y.,
I'reBident ; E. B. Clark, Miltord, Conn.,
iBt Vice-President; S. F. Willard,
Wetherstield, Conn., Secretary and
Treasurer.
At the request of the officers of the
American Seed Trade Association we will,
for the future, pubUsh the above card at
the head of our Seed Trade column.
Cincinnati.—,!. Charles McCullouKh
haK leased from the Farmers' Tobacco
Warehouse Company the very la rge wHre-
house situated at southcjist (•(iriici- of
Water and Vine streets. It in liio u-ct
square and seven stories lii!_'li, .iiicl will lie
remodeled and renovatth«r and Work.
There appears to be some sort of
conspiracy among the forces of iiatuic to
limit the output of seeds dniiiin tlic ihtii
ingyear; for while all arouml iis laiiis
and storms are frequent, tlie rains which
had commenced in our seeil-growiug dis-
trictB when last week's notes were
penned, passed away as suddenly as they
came without descending one inch below
the surface of our baked and hardened
soil. The work of transplanting is once
more at a standstill, and should present
conditions continue many plants will not
be set out at all. The later sown beets,
mangels, turnips, and rutabagas are
faring badlj' for the same reasons.
The German A«t«r Crop.
With the closing days of August our
thoughts are naturally occupied with
the prohabiUties of the aster crop in Ger
many. Alter a long
Alter a long and continued
drought which almost Impeded all prog-
ress in their growth, the recent rains
have brought matters round reasonably,
and although the plants have not
branched out as they would have done
had the rains fallen in June or early in
.luly, they have nevertheless imidtic-cd a
fair amount of bloom, considerin',' tlie
circumstances. As to what the crop will
eventually turn out it is quite useless at
the present moment to speculate. .\ll
that eau be said Is that they are fairly
aUve; the rest depends entirely upon a
fine dry Autumn.
Other annuals appeal to ha\( hem
benefited where the stoims h nc not liif n
too severe. and cropspiomisi toln pnltx
good. Of the biennials I tin itLoiis h im
set in a very satisfactoi \ niiiiiid lint
pansies will not be plentiful
A Dearth of Noreltlei.
There appears to be a grcit deaith
of novelties in Germany this season ( )n(
of the most striking as a no^rixe ransy Seea....Per pkt., 50c.= per oz., J8.00
Fancy " •■•■ -■" ■
CLUCAS & BODDINGTON CO.
IMPORTERS, EXPORTERS AND GROWERS-
AGENTS OF SEEDS, BULBS AND PLANTS,
Tei.phone Call 403 18th SL 60 1 and 503 W. 13th St., N. Y. CITY.
When Writing Mention Florists' Kxchange
816
The Plorists* Exchange.
BOUGAINVILLEAS!
pA^Tg The plants are strong, rapid growers. They are easily handled
in all stages of growth. The two varieties offered are very
readily propagated. They are not subject to any insect pests. They are tree and
continuous bloomers for four to six mouths in the forepart of the year. The
bloom-bracts are very durable on plant or in cut sprays. The color is showy and
very attractive. Send tor " Facts and Comments."
We offer nice itock of both varieties, fTom 5 incliypots.
GLABRA (?) 15 to 30 inches above pots, 4 to 6 shoots. GLABRA SANDERIANA, 15
to 25 inches above pots, 6 to 8 shoots. Price, $50.00 per 100 ; 5 plants at 100 rates.
The above plants can be safely shipped by freight to points
within a week's shipping distance of Pittsburgh
We mail 4 nice branched plants of either variety, from iVi in. pots, for Sl-OO, or 13 for $3.60.
CASH WITH ORDER. THEO. F. BECKERT, Glenfield, Pa. ''VelSwVrtt.lfSi,^"'.""
When Writing Mention FlorlBts' Exchange
[herr's pansies
I ARE THE BEST.
1 ...HERR'S...
I CARNATIONS
:
:
Plants ready now, at $5,00 per
1000 ; 75 cts. per 100. A trial
order solicited from every
florist
SMILAX,
700 Abundance
500 Portia,
300 Alaska,
500 Cartledge,
3000 T R i U M P H , the best pink in every particular I ever grew, at $7.50 per 1
AL,BE:RT 91. HBRR, I^ancaster, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PANSIES!
ROEHMER'S SUPERB PRIZE PANSIES.
spresB; tlO.OO per a
doB all the leading noyeltl(
1.75; packet of 2500 seed, ll.(
CASH WITH ORDER.
PETER BROWN. - Lancaster, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PRIMULl OBCONICl.
Very fine plants, i
Begonias, Kooted Cnttlngs, Hun-
newell, the best Begonia out 2.60
Metallica, alba piota, etc., by
mail 1.60
WILL SELL. MUST HAVE ROOM.
5,000 SMILAX. strong and thrifty, 2 in.
pots, $1.00 per 100 ; $9.U0 per 1000.
GEORGE J. HUGHES, Berlin, N.J.
"When W^rltlnr Mention Florists' Eichanee
SDIIPLDii m
^OF^
Per 100
500 Pelargoniums, pink, with dark
upper petals. Stock plants, 3 and 314
Inch pots $3.00
Rex Begonia, 10 to 20 varieties, 3J^ in.
pota 4 OO
Rex Begonia, 3 and i In. pots, $6.00 and 8.00
Mrs. Pollocll Geraninin, 2!4 in. pots.. 4.00
Mt. of Snow Geraninm, 2ji in. pots... 4.00
Geranlam, 2)4 in. pots 3.00
VIncas var., 2!4 inch pots 2.50
Cyperus Alternlfolins. These can be
divided and make 4 or 6 214 in. pots;. . . 6.00
Lemon Verbena 1.25
Snow Crest Daisy 2 00
Hydrangeas, Pink and White 2.00
Terms Cash or C. O. D.
GREENE & UNDERHILL,Watertown,II.Y.
■WTi en Writing Mention Florlats' Exchange
CHEAP! is
uch pot plants,
choice imported
seed, at $2 per 100. Cash
P. OUWERKERK,
II 23 Summit Ave., Jersey city, N.J.
Just received from our Holland
Nurseries s
RHODODENDRONS, AZALEAS,
SPIR/EA JAPONICA, LILIUM SPECIOSUM,
PJEONIES, BLEEDING HEART,
POT GROWN LILACS, HYDRANGEA IN SORTS
CLEMATIS and H. P. ROSES, m the best sorts.
Prize-Winning
DAHLIAS
AN UNPRECEDENTED RECORD.
23 First Prizes, Certificate of Merit, 2
Diplomas, and highest mention everywhere.
If you want the Very best Datallas
that bloom, send for our 1897 descriptive trade
list now ready. Address
W. p. PEACOCK,
Dahlia Specialist, ATCO, N. J
When W^rttlng Mention Florlata' Exchange
CYCLAMEN
GIGANTEUM
To color, 1. e. White, White with red eye.
Crimson and Rose. Pine plants, from 4 inch
pots, ready for 6 inch shift, $17.00 per 100;
mixed, from 4 inch pots, $16.00 per 100.
ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS
2H Inch potB, »7.00 per 100.
Cash with order from unknown customers or C.O.D
Orders amounting to 15 and OTer F. O. B.. N.T. City
SEAWANHAKA GREENHOUSES,
OYSTER BAY, QUEENS CO., N. Y.
Jab. C.Clabk, Supt. P.O. Box 34. Wm. L. Swan, Prop.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchajige
GHBHHTIOIIS.
Treatment of Uncle John.
In my notes last week Iraentioued Un-
cle John as being particularly susceptible
to fungous and bacterial diseases. It is
more so than any carnation which has
ever come under ray notice, and as I have
received inquiries as to the treatment it
should receive, I will give a brief outline
of the same in this column.
In many respects Uncle John is identi-
cal with any other carnation, and I be-
lieve it may be profitably grown in any
community where carnations are raised,
and the atmosphere is fairly dry. It is of
medium height, and a very rapid grower,
so that when the conditions are favor-
able, large bushy plants are soon formed.
The natural eouclusiou to be drawn is to
give them plenty of room, just how much
depending entirely on the nature of the
soil and the iocahty in which they are
grown. This isa point forthe grower to
decide, who knows more about the
growth of carnations in his own locality
than one living at a distance. It is safe
to say, however, that the plants will re-
quire fully as much room as any of the
large growingvarieties, such as Triumph,
Hector, and others. Its very rapid
growth must be checked and held firm by
keeping the plants rather on the dry side;
they can get along with less moisture,
and i-eally demand less than perhaps any
other carnation.
To assist in keeping the plants healthy
and firm, they (as 1 stated in my notes
last week) demand the lightest house ob-
tainable. Ventilation also must be good ;
the more thorough and complete the
better.
It has long since been demonstrated
that the carnation is not a moisture-lov-
ing plant; on the contrary, the atmos-
phere around it must be dry and invigor-
ating, and what is of the utmost impor-
tance, always moving and changing. For
this reason the fires must be kept going
often not because it is cold, but because it
is damp. Damp atmosphere hangs
heavily and refuses to circulate. The
diseases peculiar to the carnation require
just such conditions in which to thrive.
The effects then of overhead watering or
spraying during Winter must become at
once apparent. My experience has fully
demonstrated thefolly of spraying carna-
tions during Fall, Winter and early
Spring, and the sooner every grower
reahzes the fact that water on the foUage
is detrimental rather than beneficial, the
quicker he will be on the road to ultimate
success.
As I have said. Uncle John must be
kept rather on the dry side. There
should, however, be no extremes; thehne
must be drawn inteUigently. Never wait
until the plants wilt for the want of
water, as such waterings can only be
injurious.
An examination of the calyx of Uncle
John will reveal the tact that it is one of
the weakest of all carnations, and if it
grew as most other carnations do, the re-
sult would almost invariably be bursted
flowers; but as it is, the rap'id growth of
the plant extends to the calyx and petals
as well, so that the latter do not tarry
long enough to cause the calyx to burst.
It is only when the plants receive a sud-
den check, either from their becomingsud-
denly chilled, keeping too low a tempera-
ture, or allowing the plants to become
very dry before watering, that there will
be any trouble with bursting. When
these checks occurjtothe plant, growth to
a large extent is suspended, and when
resumed the petals will have developed
more than the calyx, and the inevitable
result is bursting.
With proper watering and regulation of
temperature, there will be no trouble
from bursted flowers. A night tempera-
ture of 55 degrees suits this variety best,
and the glass should not go below 50 if it
can be avoided.
Another thing to be remembered with
Uncle John and all the other soft-grow-
ing varieties, is that they require consid-
erably more potash than such kinds as
are naturally robust and stiff-stemmed ;
but in applying it, do not act under the
mistaken impression that "if a little is
good, much is better." H. W^ebee
Fire Insurance on Greenhouses.
Tn the Fliiri-ia nf America.
At th» Providence convention of the So-
ciety of American Florists, the under-
signed committee was appointed to as-
certain whether or not the trade really
desires a mutual Are insurance associa-
tion, and if so, to proceed with the for-
mation of a permanent organization. We
want to accomplish this work quickly,
and respectfully request a response at
once, stating what amount of insurance
you would take, providing a satisfactory
organization were effected.
You will find the committee's report in
the trade papers as forming part of the
proceedings of the convention. Should
you care to make any suggestions the
same will be thankfully received and
cheerfully considered. All questions will
be gladly answered by any meniberof the
committee. When you state the amount
of insurance you would take, please also
mention when present insurance, if you
carry any, will expire.
The members of the present committee
have for five years given the matter care-
ful attention, and after weighing every
objectionable feature carefully, are now
convinced that the scheme of a mutual
fire insurance among the florists is prac-
ticable. There are skeptics on the subject.
The Hail Association had the same
trouble, and you all know how it has
triumphed.
Kindly address at once the member of
the^committee named below who is near-
est you, and state how much insurance
you would carry should a satisfactory
organization be effected Do not delay.
Give us the encouragement of your sup-
port. We need you ; you need the insur-
ance which we are satisBed we can give
you for less than 50 per cent, of present
underwriters' rates.
Write to one of us immediately.
. Michel, 1620 OliveSt.,
St. Louis, Mo.
J. G. FSLEE,
Saddle River, N. J.
W. J. Vesey,
Fort Wayne, Ind.
M. A. Patten,
Tewksbury, Mass
A New Aster Worm.
A correspondent in Gardeners' Chron-
icle, London, thus describes a new aster
w-orm, which he assumes is the cause of
sickness in these plants. Thename of the
jiest is given as Enchytrceus parvulus
(Friend).
" The worm is 3 to 5 mm. in length, or
about an eighth of an inch. It is there-
fore the smallestspeciesknownto science.
Viewed under a pocket lens, it is white
or silvery, and when seen under the mi-
croscope, the first six or seven segments
are pellucid, while the remainder of the
worm's intestinal organs are covered
with dark cells.
" The minute worm obtains admission
to the roots and rootlets, and lodges un-
der the epidermis, where it sucks the juices
of the plant, or even (as microscopic ex-
amination shows) breaks up its cell
structure and swallows the vegetable tis
sues.thus preventing the plant from send-
ing moisture and nutriment through the
stem to the leaves. Though the worms
have no teeth, their mouths act as suck-
ers, and they very quickly divert the nu-
triment from the ordinary channels to
their own oesophagus, to theruin of their
host.
" If it were possible, the moment sick-
ness showed itself, to lift the plant, excise
the injured part and reset it, the evil
might be arrested. There would, how-
ever, still be two dangers. The plant
might be unable to recover, and if it did,
the eggs of the worm, which are infinitely
small, and would never be detected, may
have been deposited in the tissues. This
being so, young worms will soon appear
again, and the plant succumb after all.
The only way to insure the destruction
of the pest, when once in the plant, is to
uproot every sickly individual and con-
sign it instantly to the flames."
Why He Left His Job.
Muggins— Why did you give up your
situation '?
Buggins— Well, you see, I was working-
tor a florist, and he treated me so seedy I
thought I'd leave and branch out for my-
self.—National Provlsioner.
Sept.
The F=l-orisxs' Exchange.
817
FIEID-SSOWII CflBimillll
LOG&N AVE. GREENHOUSES, Danville, III.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FIEID-GIIOWII GIRNIIIONS!
Kitty Clover, Louis C. Haettel, Portia, Dr.
Warder. Nellie BIy, Princess Bonnie, $4 per 100.
Myosotls, 3 inch pots, $3.00 per 100.
Begonia Rex, 13 varieties. $3.00 per 100.
WM.H.SEtRGH.ivondale, Chester Go. Pa.
When Writing Mention Florlsta' Exchange
FIELD-SitOWII GIIBIIBTIOIIS
Good strong healthy plants.
6oo Daybreak. 400 Scott.
300 Portia.
3(^5.00 per hundred. Cash with order.
WM. F. KELLER, Florist, Easton, Pa.
When Writlne- Mention Florists' Firhange
CARNATION PLANTS
Large Pield-growD, $3.00 per ICO.
800 McGowan, 300 Alaska, 300 Scott, 160 Meteor.
SMILAX, strong plants from 3 Inch pots,
$2.00 per 100, $16.00 per 1000. Cash with order.
L fl. HtNGOGK, ''°'«H,?" Burlinglon, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
I H. WEBEII nONS, I
CARNATIONS
I OAKLAND, MD. |
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Harrison's White
CARNATION.
New Carnation, sport from Wm. Scott.
JOHN HARRISON,
739 Bergen Ave., Jersey City, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
I QRALLERT & CO. j
I CARNATION GROWERSJ
I COLMA,«^?„*™ CAL. 8
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FIELD CROWN CARNATIONS
and VIOLETS,
Ready September 16th.
JOSEPH RENARD, Unlonville, '"cr^ Pa.
WhenWrltlnB Mention Florlata'
FIELD GROWN CARNATIONS
with plenty ot roots, geiiti for prices.
GEO HtHCOCKi SOU, eranil nidi. Mich.
FIELD-eilOWil GIRNIIIOIIS.
STRONG, HEALTHY PLANTS, NOW READY.
Order early and secure atronn. healthy plants.
Address CHAS. BLACK, Hightstown, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FIELD CROWN CARNATIONS
5000 ROOTED GERANIUMS
La Favorite and Double Grant, $1.50 per 100.
JAHN BROS., New Bedford, Mass.
When Writing Mention Florl.sts' Exchange
CARNATIONS
1 H. Kelli
iolet Clumps f
Chrysanthei
$7.00 per 100.
JEi. r'H.'K'EtH,
Berriman St. and New Lots Ave., BROOKLYN. N.Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
I'^b^H CARNATIONS.
strong, healthy plants from field, ot the fol-
lowing varieties : Scott, Cartledge, Day-
break, AlcGowan, MiDnle Cook, Alaska.
Send at once for prices before stock is ex-
hausted.
H. D. ROHRER, ^^ Lancaster, pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
MORELLO
P'ield-Gro'wn, at $l..'iO per dozen ;
$1000 per li;0.
HOPP & LEMKE,
Paul Post Office. EAST GRAND RAPIDS, MICH.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FIEI.D-GR01VN
CARNATION PLANTS
3000 McCOWAN,
2000 SCOTT.
Prices on application.
J. A. SLYDAM.
..CARNATIONS...
FINE FIELD-GROWN PLANTS, NOW READY.
I Wm. Scott, 50O Mrs. Fiaher $1.00 per I(K
Seranl u ina, floe plauts, trom 3 and 4 Inch pot e
Pres. Carnot and M. De
PelarKoninin, Robt. Qreen, 2<.i in., »1.50 per ICO
FAIRVIEW FLORAL CO., Beatty, Ohio,
When Wntlnp: Mention Florists' Exchange
When Writing Mention Fl
CARNATIONS, FERNS,
VIOLETS and SMILAX.
Portia, Scott and McGo-waii, Ist
quality. %fiM per 100; $4.S.0ll per Kiuo.
(lualitv, $4 00 per 100; $36.00 per 1000.
Daybreak, 1st iioality, $0.00 per 100; $.60.00
pur IOlO 3nd .|uality, $.5.(10 per 100; $46.00
per 1000.
Adlantuni Cuneatuni, 3 in. pots. $3.00
per 1110: $;i6.li0 per 1000. 3 in. pots. $6.00 p(
100 ; 860.00 per 1000, Seedlings, $1.26 per lOl
Slil.OO per 1000.
Kerns, in assortment, 2 in. pots, $3 00 per 10
ie Louise Violets, 3 in. pots, $3.i
•"" -■■ "■■ loou.
); $10 per lie
THE BOOL FLORAL GO., Ithaca, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange | When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
•^^---^ FLORIST oT^
EXCELSIOR CARNATION SUPPORTS
10, 13, 18, 30 inches high, $8.0
S0,000 CARNATIONS.
Field-grown plants, all the standa
varieties. $6,00 per 100; $5000 p
1000. New sorts, $10.00 per 100.
30,000 PALMS
3 lowest prices. Send for list.
FERNS.
ADIANTUM CUNEATCM.
1 3, 4, 5, 6 inch pots, 10 to 60 fronds,
at 8, 16, 26, 38 cts. each.
BOSTON FERN.
Ready tor 5 inch pots, very strong.
Mixed
$6.00 per 100.
GROUND BONE.
$1.60 per 100 ; $28.00 per ton. Sample
on application.
Send for sample
H. F. LITTLEFIELD, Worcester, Mass.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
4 BCBES FIELD-GBOWH WmW PLfllUS, 94,000.
Our Carnations are grown with the greatest care. Free from disease and packed light by
our improved system of packing by which we can send them to all parts of
the United States and Canada in perfect condition.
CRIMSOIX SPORT, IVORV, JITBILEE. I>EAN HOLE, BUXTERCUr,
Si.So per doz.; S8.00 per 100.
BRIDESMAID,
ALBERTINI,
OAVBREAK,
HELEN KELLER
STORM KING.
$1.25 per doz.; S6.00 per 100
S^VEEXBRIER, SILVER SPRAV,
LIZZIE McGO'WAPi, PORTIA,
PITRITAPJ,
■WWl. SCOTT,
GARPIELD, TIDAL WAVE.
GRACE VriLDER, ROSALIND,
ft.oo per doz.; 95.00 per 100.
L. DILLON, - - BLOOMSBURG, PA.
When Writing Mention Florista' Exchange
50,000 FIELD GROWN CARNATIONS
strong and healthy plants in quantity now ready for delivery, of the follow-
ing sorts: William Scott. Rose Queen, Tidal Wave, Albertinl, Daybreak,
Mrs. Thomson. Nancy Hanks, Portia, Lizzie Gilbert, Corsair. Lizzie MoGowan,
Silver Spray, Storm King and Ivory. Price, per 100, $3.00 ; per 1000, $35.00.
No order for less than 100 accepted. Address
REINBERG BROS., Wholesale Cut Flowers, 51 Wabash Ave., Chicago.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CARNATIONS
PLANTS FOR SALE.
WM. SCOTT. LIZZIE MoOOWAN and
DAYBREAK, clean plants, $4.00 per 100.
Cash with order. 10 cts. for sample.
F. G. MENSE, Glen Cove, N.Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
NOW WE HAVE IT.
4 PERFEGT
GARNilTION SUPPORT
1 send you free if
express charges,
le which will
The only Carnation
Support HIGHLY
COMMENDED by the
Judges of the S. A. F.
ion, at Provi-
dence, R. I., Aug. 16,1897.
JAMES HOR&N & SON,
Florists,
Bridgeport, Conn.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Carnations
Clean, healthy, field-grown stock
at 14.00 per 100 ; Daybreak, .Silver
Spray, Rose Queen, Garfield and
Portia.
Violets
Marie Louise and California,
strong, healthy well established
plants from 4 in. pots, at $4.00
per 100. Field-grown California, at
$.5.00 per 100. Samples mailed on
receipt of 10 cts. to cover postage.
L. L. MAY & CO., St. Paul, Minn.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FIELD-GROWN CARNATIONS
FOR SALE OR EXCHANGE.
1 exchange Cor second-hand hotbed sash c
1 pipe, or medium Palms or sell the lot at
FIELD-GROWN
SCOTT, HECTOR,
ALBERTINI, FISHER.
Perfectly Heallliy. Write for Prices.
ELLIOTT &ULAM,Clieswick, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FIELD-GROWN
GARNATIONS
MAYOR PINGREE
$10.00 per lOO.
JOHN BREITMEYER& SONS,
818
The I=i-orists' Exchkngb.
QUESTIflR BOX.
(138) Tobacco Dust as a Fertilizer.
—I would like to hear, through the
Ext'HANiiE, if tobacco dust would be a
KOOd fertilizer for supplying potash to
carnations? — Wm. Bell.
— Tobacco dustcontaiusa considerable
amount of potash, but when used in its
' form, only becomes available
(139) Natural Gas as Fuel for Green-
house Boilers —C. B. H.— From my ex-
IH'rienee I have found natural gas to be
the best fuel ever given to the florist;
that In, if it can be had cheap enough to
use it for large places. In the first place,
the temperature of the houses can be kept
more even, up to within a degree or two
at all times, and then when pressure of
gas is even, the boilers need not be looked
after for hours, or for days if the weather
does not change much, and all safety ap-
pliances are used. As to bail i-ffwts mi
plants by using gas, they caul In- .iii.v
wor.se than those from coal or nil. ii.rtlir
gas is consumed in the boilei- just (he
same. If used in flues they nuiKt be tight,
so there is no difference whatever. To
use it economically the right burners must
be employed so that all the gas is con-
sumed. As long as natural gas holds
out, stick to it and your plants will
thrivebetter than with coal.— E.C. Reine-
MAN.
(140) Heating.— We intend to build six
houses, three at present and three later.
Our location slopes 1 foot in 10, from
north to south ; on north, northwest,
and northeast, protected bv hills 200 feet
high. The soil is gi-avellv loam, with a
gravel subsoil. Climati- in winter, snow
; tiMiii
Thel
pot-
What size boiler will be needed to heat
the above to required temperatures for
different houses? Will it be economy to
put in boiler large enough to heat the
whole in moderate weather, say 20 de-
grees, and when the other houses are put
up, add another boiler to be connected,
to be used in se-s ere weather, or will it be
better to put in now a boiler of sufficient
capacity to heat the whole in severest
weather" How many flows aud returns
will be required for each house? Will the
difference in levels of houses make any
difference in the circulation ? Will there
be any difficulty in getting water back to
Iiniler from front benches of houses 1 and
1! ^ \\oul.litb. Ill 11,1 to still lower cel-
lai tliiiii Mine Iks oi 1 loot to get more
fall ti. nil 11 out I..-ih1i,s,,i houses 1 and 2''
Willthi .list.ini. h( tur. 11 lionses. lOfeet,
above,
each 22
tiug sht
op and planlvi cl snh s w itli three
ipesinsnh- .ill light '-llL uiLR.
II the drawing accompanying the
. learn that houses 4 and 5 are
:7.5 feet, at either side of the pot-
1, No. .'i to be used for growing
ml r,ic.
this iiistaiir,. till- hijili.'st the (•Miiiinitti'M
of judg.'s i-onld Kivi— ;i <ni<-s clirt.v,
when it is coiiKi;;uril tn tlir lulil.pish hrap.
This is an aniuial iHruiirnrr, for tlic rea-
son that wec.iiKi.l. rth.' punliasiiig pul>
lic are till' pirsnus i|ualitiril tu pass on
theipialily uf tin- stink displayed: the
result ..( tiirii- ap]ii-nl.ati.ui iR-iiigshown
by the pmcliases tlicv make. This is the
reward we are looking for, and which is
no doubt bestowed upon us afterward
by the few who have had the opportunity
to glance at not inspected, the goods;
for the brief space allowed by the execu-
tive committee gives an intending pur-
chaser but little opportunity to place an
order, however well disposed he may be.
The time is far too brief even were the
exhibition hall allowed to be kept open
during the three days, and any one vc ho
has set up or attended a stand will bear
me out in this. It would be less unrea-
sonableif itcouldbe proven thatthe exhi-
bits were a couuterattraction to the con-
vention hall. This is nut tin- case; for it
is well known th.it iiistrad of attending
the iiieetiii"s thosi- who havebeen driven
out of the exhihitioii hall, either gather
in groups outside or 'go out to see a
man," which is still worse, and the poor
exhibitors, who was congratulatinghim-
seit upon the prospect of booking a tat
order, has his calculations rudely upset by
the clanging of a gong which recalls his
ofttime experience upon some Western
railroad where a similarinstrumeutgives
out a similar tune just as the hungry
mortal has jaws locked in a ham ('?)
sandwich that has been kept under a
glass dish for goodness knows how long
The past convention capped thecliniax
when on Thursday evening (contrary
to any previous year. I lM.lii.ve),.\Ir.Chap
pell, (who perloinicd liis irksome duties
most gracioush 1. -.AXi-v ;iiving the gong
three distinct raps, annoumed the presi
dent's order to close up tlu' exhibition
hall for two hours, theivliy dipriving the
exhibitors of the last and iv.iUy thr best
chance to dispose of theirstocks. Being a
business man, I am sure the president
was unaware of thesituation,or had not
given it a passing thought.
During the evening hours practically no
business can be done, as owing to the ex-
;he public, the ex-
legiti-
mate business. Not only this, but as is
ofttimes the case, while a possible buyer
is being quoted trade prices, amateurs
are listening and make use of those prices
to the detriment of the local florists. I
have answered scores of questions from
amateurs. This is a nuisance which can
and should be stopped.
Practically, It has come to this : Are
the exhibits to be made as at an ordinary
tiower show, viz., merely staged, oris it
intended that the exhibition hall should
act as a mart during the week or more
correctly, the three days of the conven-
tion, as it formerly did. I would not
wonder if many exhibitors dropped out
entirely after the experience of this year.
There is little or no lonsiderati.ui shown
system is all wrong, to my way of
thinking, .\ward8 legitimately belong to
plant novelties and exhibition features.
For instance, it is next to Impossible
for any ordinary committee to intelli-
gently pass upon mechanical devices, or
the like, the ultimate value of which can
rants 10,000 marks
The space in the indu
■ents for40 marks pei
lund space, and 20 111
rent. .\ season ticket ( .May to Scpteui-
her) costs ■Jii luai-ks for a male adult, 10
marks for women .nid .■. marks for chil-
dren .\ moutlilv ticket for any person,
is r. m.arks The daily price of admit-
tance varies. One mark is the regular
charge, but on most Sundays it is 50
pfennigs (about 12 cents), and on Sun-
days and Wednesdays before 10 o'clock
.\. ^^.. it is so ]ifennings. On the first
s of special exhiliitions, the price is
larks; oil the seeond day 2 marks;
he thiiil and fourth days, 1 mark;
CYCLAMEN GIGANTEUM. "^^'it
pots «1.25 per doz.; »10.00 per 100. 5 in. poU. »2.25
per doz.: $20.00 per 100. Cash please.
JNO. E. DE WALT. - - -Box 82, CARLISLE, PA
When Writing Mention Florlats' Exchange
yards.
The Society's certificates are of less
value, because it does not live up to its
laws. A first-class certificate is prom-
ised, but not granted.
natural parlance, "highly com-
mended" should precede "honorable
mention." When anything is "highly
commended" it ought to be deemed
orthy of consideration. On the face of
," honorable mention" is less superla-
ve I have heard horticultural judges
say, in passing upon exhibits not really
worthy of awards, " let em down easy ;
give them ' honorable mention !' "
Grove P. Rawbon.
igs.
doubtful if alie\|ioslllo], roll 111 he Ke|i
for SO loiin a time with us, ami it \vi
be difficult to secure so iuaii.\ iiol,le s|
mens of old plantsin pots .nel luhs.
the good which might come lo tlie pi
and to the horitcultural trades sliould In-
very great. i'. It- li.iii.i-v.
P. S. In my other letter I omitted to
say thatC. Eisele, of Philadelphia, has a
display of canuas on the grounds.
CINERARIAS! CINERARIAS!!
nerarias in the
$20 00 "per 1000. 5C0 at 1
WHITTOH a SONS, cu/v:
When Writing Mention Florists
WHOLESALE I
IT'S A DAISY.
The size ami style of a Cosmos,
iloomer, and in valuable for Winter cu
The California <>lant,2K in. pots i
loz.; rooted cuttings, 36 cts. per doz
r, yellow Daisy, ZJ4 in. pots, r- ■
.per
The Hamburg Exposition.
The great autumn show (Herbst-
.\ustellung) of the Gartenbau Exposition
has been a most unqualified success.
Over 500 persons are exhibiting, and
nearlv 100 intending exhibitors were
turne'd away because of lack of room.
Every nook and corner is filled with the
wildest profusion t)f bloom, plants, vege-
tables, and fruits. It would seem as if
Germany had poured out her abundance
in reckless freedom. Nor is the display
confined to that made by German grow-
ers. The French, English, Italians and
others have contributed, until the finished
exposition is a carnival of beauty. The
judging began on Thursday, Aug. 26th
and was completed
time the jirotocols
authorities and tlie juries (iiseii.aiw'ii.
These juries were of most eosmo|iolitan
poUcy to impress distinguished visitors
into tlie service, America had tew repre-
sentatives. W. G. Kerterinanu, ot Indian-
apolis, was prize judge upon one of the
floral sections. The prize juriescompleted
their labors by attending a grand dinner
1 the night of the 28th.
The exposition has had most efficient
business management. Hamburgis itself
an important horticultural center, and its
enormous trade relations with all parts
of the worid have aided in bringing the
exhibits together. The city is known for
its pubhc spirit, a fact which is also at-
tested by the circumstance that 70,000
season tickets to the exposition were
taken by its people. The management is
also most liberal in disposition of pre-
miums, and in aiding students and others
to study the colleetioiis.
In connection with the suggestion
which I made ill m,\ last letter that the
■ ['agitated
interest-
hich have
thi
upi
rkiii
and l.ihoi- exiieiided
.ironouncedsnccess. There is too much
coercion in the whole business, gentlemen,
from the top to the bottom ; and in this
free age such actions only tend to pull
down rather than assist the workings of
the Society.
'I'he Society, or those in authority,
sliiiiilii not lose sight oftheassistance '
exhiliitors render pecuniarily as well
in other ways, but show that conslde
tioii to whii'li those who exhibit feel they
111 eoi'iidnsion, please do not consider
me a kicker. We did as well, if not better.
itsii
oeonvention
iind no exhibit. Tis the man with a
small exhiliit and who takes this means
of bringing his line annually before the
public, who feels most keenly^ thi
holdingof asinii
in the United St
ing to submit a , , ^
been placed at my disposal by two of the
The city of Hamburg gave 50,000
marks for' premiums, and also the use of
the grounds and water and gas.
About 500,000 marks were subscribed
as a guarantee fund.
The total cost of the Austellung is
about 2,000,000 marks.
The average cost of maintenance per
day is about 4,500 marks.
The main hall cost 325,000 marks.
The receipts for rent of space in the in-
dustrial department are about 1,000
marks. , .
Receipts from season tickets about
800,000 marks.
The first Sunday after the exposition
opened 52,000 day tickets were sold, and
the estimated attendance was 75,000
persons. . ,
The exposition has already paid for it-
self, and there will be a surplus. Tins
happy condition is possible, of course,
only "in a display which is thorough y
good. Any halt-hearted attempt would
no doubt have failed. The orchestiaK-
of which four to six are employed— have
aided greatly in making the enterprise a
financial success. The receipts from the
sales of concessions or privileges are very
large. For example, the party who has
the sale of the programs and souvenir
ijostal cards pays 15,000 marks and
ten per cent, of the sales, and one of th
Selections of Sweet Peas.
Editor FlnrisU' Exchanoe:
I noted in your issue of August 28, in
your Springfield, Mass., correspondence,
that the directors of the Hampden
County Horticultural Society recom-
mended the following twelve sweet peas
as the best for general culture ; Aurora,
Blanche Burpee, Blanche Ferry, Burpee's
New Countess, Firefly ,Golden Gleam, Her
Majesty, Lovely, Maid of Honor, Royal
Rose, Stanley and Venus. It was with
considerable surprise that I read this ar-
ticle, classifying the above as the best
twelve for general culture, and I at once
consulted some of our most expert spe-
cialists ill this tiower, and we agree that
while we believe that it is entirely at va-
riance with the results of our studies and
experiments with the sweet pea, yet that
such a body of ;;entlemen would notpub-
lislisuch a list in such an authoritative
maiHier wlthouthaving first gone deeply
Into the question,' and founding their
opinions upon wifat they deemed to be
the best evidence; further that they
would no doubt be willing to give their
reasons for their opinions through
columns, for our benefit, as well ae
of other sweet pea growers who will
probably take exception to their findings.
We agree with their findings excepting
as to Firefly, Her Majesty, Venus and
Blanche Ferry. These we have found
to be inferior to some, and in the case of
the latter from all points of view to many
of those included in the second and third
setsof twelverecommended by the board.
Will you kindly invite these geiitlemeii
to give us the" reasons which induced
them to throw aside: for t'"' '"'" varieties
above namedj, Mitotht,, li: na, I'.iil-
liant, Mrs. JfasigplL-thftniliei-lain. .Mars,
and above all others. Gray Friar and l>it-
tle Dorrit'.'
Sam a. Hamilton, Roaring Springs, Pa.
that
Ktoile
rooted" cuttings, 35 cts. per doz. CTFBBtIS,
ind 2!^ ill. pots. 6U and 35 cts. per doz. Ferns
d Mosses, 6U cts. per diiz. Carex Japonic
r„ 75 cts. per doz. S" ' •"
i. per 100; rooted
discount ot 10 per CI
and over. Cash with order,
H. & G. ROSBACH, Pemberton, N. J.
Wben Writing Mention Florista' Exchange
1 all orders of i
Mmm foi Florists.
Every florist in the land should have a
complete supply of printed matter where-
with to conduct his business in befitting
style. We have tlie largest outfit in
America devoted solely to horticultural
printing, and we understand the wants
of the trade. Below we quote two com-
bination offers and would be pleased to
supply you.
Combination offer
includes....
260 Noteheadi, h%xSii ins.
260 Envelopes, size 6%.
250 BlllbeadB, 7 ins. wide, 5^^ ins. deep.
260 Business Cards, 3?4x4H ins.
2S0 Tags, size 3Hx6!4 ins.
Cash with order. Delivered F. O. B., N. T.
$5.22
$10.22
Combination offer
includes....
VIOLETS AND SMILAX!
;uy good healthy stock and i
JLE- ■ - ■• -
Vly'VowinK. $1.25 per 100; '$10.00 perl
above by mall 10 cents.
R. KILBOURN.
When Writing Mentli
vltli order. Samples ot
Clinton, N. Y.
n Florists' Exchange
CINERARIAS.
E. FRYER,
n St. and New Lots Road, BROOKLYN,
[Vrltlng Mention Florists' Excha
PRIMROSES. VIOLETS. GERANIUMS.
''■gL'o1,°?o'S'"or52»' So'W" r'^n'o'lfd^^^^^^^^^^^
Geraniums. 15 best varletleB. $1.2.'> per 100; f 10,00 pe
CEO. M." E MM ANS, Newton, N.J
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
for
lines. Linen
had in-
lllheads, 7 ins, wide, b% ins. deep.
600 Monthly Statements, 5^x81^ ins.
600 Business Cards, 2%\iii ins.
600 Tags, 2H.l6>i4 ins.
Cash with order. Delivered F. O. B.. N. Y.
PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE YOU ORDER,
Write plainly and send " copy
each article wanted.
Noteheads will be furnished
writing paper wit
paper, ruled or unruled, can
stead if so ordered.
Envelopes are full commercial size and
of good quality.
Billheads will be furnished ae above,
but size 6li ins.- wide and 4% ins. deep
will be substituted when so ordered.
Cards are of good quality and ample
proportions.
Day Book and Ledger are large enough
for ordinary purposes. Ledger is in-
dexed and will hold 300 accounts.
Special designs, trademarks, etc., en-
graved to order. A rose, violet, or other
flower can be printed on your letterheads
and billheads, plain or in color, to order.
The quality of all the above work is
guaranteed.
We can forward sny of these combina-
tion offers with ailvautage to the pur-
chaser, but it will not jiay from a
distance to order a single item On
account of the express charges.
Address all orders to
&.T.DELtMAREPTG.INDPUB.CO.Ltil.
r. O. Box lOBr, Nevr York.
820
Thb Plorists' Exchange.
PALUS, OLEO imUM, BUDDED im,
DWARF ORANCES (gratted).
Areca LntesceDs
Cocoa Weddeliana...
I.atauia Borbonlca..
Pandanus run 4
Phcenix Beclinata 4
** Canariensts. .. 3
... 4
" " .'.'.'.'.'.'.'.'." 5
AH the above palms are stocky a
15
12-16 2-3
15-18 3-4
12-15
16-18 3-4
12-15 3-4
18-24 6-8
magnolia fus
I (Banana shrub) 12-16 $12
Oleo fragrans (Tea Olive) 12-15
18-20
Oranges and Lemons, best 1 ,„ ,„
varielies, fruiting sizes, grafted j-jj; |J
on Trifoliata. busliy
Orange Otahe' '
. . 12-15 16 GO
Marechal Nlel Roses' strong field
grown, budded on Manetti, 3-4 feet,
$125 per 1000 16 00
niareohal Nlel and other good varie-
ties of Hoses, strong, field-grown,
budded on Manetti, 18-24 inches,
$100 per 1000 12 00
Biota Anrea Nana (a perfect gem,
and most popular of all the Biotas),
8-10 inches 10 00
Biota Aurea Nana, 12-16 inches 16 00
Ficns Blastica (top cuttings), 12 in. . . . 20 00
€rotons. best varieties, 3 inch pots 10 00
not apply to less than 50 of a sort. PacklDK at oat
Send for trade list. Quick delivery to any point.
P.J. BERCKMANS, Frultland Nurseries. Augusta, Ga
When Writing Mention Floriuts' Exchange
AZALEA INDICA
Will be ready for delivery October
I. Write us for prices on these;
also Dutch Bulbs.
L. C. BOBBINK, Rutherford, N. J,
The Horticultural Company, Baskoof, Holland.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
f>.A.x^iwi:s
U EHSER,
, , , , .. juth. Neb.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FEBH PTEBIS TBEPLH
NO'^V REAOV.
lit condition, from 2)4 in. pots,
igh, ready to shift to 48. $3.60 per
r lOOU.
R. WITTERST/ETTER, Sedamsville, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
to 12 i
PTuLIUS ROEHRS, 3
f Headquarter! for J
[Palms and Decorative Plants,
¥ RUTHERFORD, N. J. ]
t r. 0, Address. • Carlton Hill. N. 1.1
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
HiaPELOPSIS VEITGHII.
Strong plants, in 2J2 incli pots, 2 to 3
feet in length, $5.00 per 100.
C. R. DENTON, Z\ ^i: Piainfield, N.J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PALMS, &c.
An immense stock. PALMS-Ficus Elastica, Arauearia Excelsa, Pandanus
Veitchii and TJtilis, Cycas Revoluta, Adiantum Farleyense, &c. All sizes.
Hardy, strong, home-grown plants. Will last and give satisfaction. Prices
moderate. Price List on application
CHAS. D. BALI., - - Holmesburg, Fhila., Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Areca Lutescens, Latania Borbonica, Kentias,
Cocos Weddeliana, &c.
HARDY, HOME-GROWN, PERFECT PL&NTS, VERY LARGE STOCK OF ALL SIZES.
PRICES LOW. SEND FOR WHOLESALE LIST.
-JOSEPH HEACOCK, Wyncote, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
AZALEAS!
(INDICA.)
8 to 9 in. heads, $16.00 per 100 ; $145.00 per 1000
17.50
20.00
28.00
PALMS, Etc.
For Palms, Aspidistras, Araucariae, etc.,
please refer to our advertisement in Florists'
Exchange of May 15th and June 12th.
BEGONIAS.
(Erect Flowering) Single Tuberous Rooted.
About 1 inch diam., separate colors, $8.00 per
1000 J $70.00 per 1
Ahout 1 to m ii
$16.00 per 1000 ; $150.00 per 1
Double Flowering.
About 1 in. diam., separate colors, $22 per lOOO.
A bout IM in. and above, Sep. colors,$40 per 1000.
GLOXINIAS ^iV^lr,.,.,
About M to 11. ch diam., mixed, $10.00 per 1000;
$90.00 per 10,000.
About 1 inch and above diam., mixed, $18.00 per
1000; $160.00 per 10,000.
Forcing and other Nursery stocks
grown in quantities.
CASH with packing free, except on approved
Credit.
ROYAL NURSERIES,
LOUIS VAN HOUTTE PERE,
Ghent, Belgium.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
300,000 Small and Lar;e FERNS
In variety, we
reasDoabte prtces. Send
Cocoa Weddeliana, 2H 1
polB. 16.00 per 100
B. REDFIELD, - Glenside, Pa.
I When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
DREER'S SPECIAL OFFER i PALMS, &c.
We again call special attention to our stock of Palms, which is the largest and most complete in the country,
especially in the varieties and sizes used in the general Florist's trade; our stock of Kentias alone occupying
over one and a half acres of glass, and all other popular varieties being on hand in proportionate quantities.
ARECA LUTESCENS.
We have a flne lot of this graceful and popular variety.
. pots, 12 inches high $1.25 per doz.; $10.00 per 100
I to 6 pla
160.0
O.OO
2M1
COCOS -WEDDELIANA.
. pots, B to 6 inches high $2li0 per doz.; $15.00 per 100
-A " lOtoia " 3.00 " 26.00 ••
4 " 12 to 15 " (Read J Oct, Ist) 5.00 " 40.00
GEONOMA CRACILIS.
We offer a flne stock of this most graceful Palm. Good young
plants from 2^ Inch pots, $2.00 per doz.; $15.00 per 100; 3 inch pots,
$3.60 per doz.; $26.00 per 100.
LAXANIA BORBONICA.
Our stock of Latanias in small sizes is again in excellent con-
dition, especially the 2, 3 and 4 inch pots.
2 inch pots, 3 to 4 leaves, 60c. per doz.; $4.00 per 100 ; $3.5.00 per 1000.
3 inch pots, 4 to 5 leaves, beginning to show character. $1 25 per doz.
$10.00 per 100 ; $80.00 per 1000.
4 inch pots. 4 to 5 leav s, an e.\cellent lot of plants of exceptional
value, $3.00 per doz.; $26.00 per 100; $225.00 per 1000.
5 inch pots, 4 to 5 leaves, 18 inches high, $5.00 per doz.; $40.00 per 100
6 " 5 to 6 " 18 to 20 " 9.00 " 75.00
;to7
26 to 30
16.00 per doz
8 " 3 plants in a pot, 24 inches high, good bushy stock for
decorating, $1.50 each ; $18.00 per dozen.
8 inch pots, 7 leaves, 38 Inches high, $2.50 each ; $30.00 per dozen.
The laruer sizes are not all perfect, the lower foliage being some-
what clipped, butare good saleable plants that will give satisfaction.
LIVISXONA ROTUNDIFOLIA.
We have a grand stock of this miniature Latania. the most
graceful of all the Fan-leaf Palms, I
Pine 3 inch pots, showing charac
5 inch pots, 3 plants in a pot, 20 to 24 inches high. $6.00 per dozei
6 " 30 inches high, $9.00 per dozen ; $70.00 per 100.
KENXIA BELMOREANA.
Our stock of this most valuable of all Palms is the largest i
world, and we offer a very full line of sizes, viz:
Vox.
)ots, 2 to 3 leaves, 6 to 8 in. high $2 00 J
4to6 " 10tol2 " 3 01
)to6 " 18to20 "
1 plants in a pot. 24 to 28 in. high.,
i beautiful, perfect lot of plants.
6 00 fifl no
Kncb Doz.
6 leaves, 30 in. high
6 " 36 " 2 60 311
6to7 " 36to42 •• 3 00 36
pots. 4 plants In a pot, centre plant being tall (about 30 In. hin
with 3 smaller plants fabout 18 in. high) around it. $3.60 each
, pots, 7 leaves, 42 to 48 in. high, $5.00 each; $60.00 per d. z.
pots, 4 plants in a pot, centre plant about
offered.
bout 20 in. high around it. These are perhaps
perfect and elegant plants of the kind we have ever
$5.00 each; $60.00 per doz.
lire plant 4 feet high with 3 smaller plants about 2 feet
■ith 3 £
. perfect lot off,
, 6 to 7 feet high, $35.00 each.
KENXIA FORSXERIANA.
]>«
. pots, 2 to 3 leaves, 6 in. high $1 I
3to4 ■' 10 •' 2
4to5 '• 16 to 18 in. high 6
Enc'h. l>oz.
IBNTIA BELMOREANA.
1 inches high, 4 to 5 leaves.
> feet high, $1000 c
3 pla
" 5 plants
plants 2J^ feet high $25'00
7 leaves, 6 feet high, $35.00 each
. tubs, 7 leaves, 7 to 8 ft. high "
6 feet high, 4 8
HENRY A. DREER, 714 Chestnut St., PHILA., PA.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Sept II, 1897.
The Plorists' Exchhnge.
821
Combating Aphides on Violets.
till' extent of twenty
problfiii idiiiiil ill li.-iiidliii,'; 1I1C111 iH ti.
COUtro] thr .-ipllis. I h.ivi- llsr.l tnli.lc-cn
stems Mild Jinw (lrl-,.lllil w hill' lilr Jlpllidis
are kept ill cli.Tk tlie pl.-mls almost iiiv,-,-
riablysiiffn- srvn-ly uiili sp.,! ;ifl.T thr
USeoftnli.-l.'.-o ill .■Ill\- f.illn rxri.pl sln.il^r.
My llnllsrs -.xv.- K.'lsh-lMlill .-llld .liv IM.W
open (11- I « oiilil luiiiiy.iir w itii t.d,,i, ■(■,,.
which, JlH already slated, liaN been tiie
look more proniisiiin- now tliaii ever lie-
fore this season, but are heKiniliiin to
Buffer from the tittaeUs of jiphides. Wliat
can be done to keep them in check and do
the least harm to the foliage? To urc the
hydrocyanic gas you recommend in the
Florists' Exchange is out of the question,
as the sash are all jiiled up and tliehouses
shaded with lath, mats, and linisli.
1 have rose-leaf toljaeco exti-.iri 011
hand and have Ijeen thinkini; of mixinM-
six ouucesof it witli twoouiirisof stroiif^
aqua ammonia, Batur.ited witli copper
carbonate, and let tlimi slaiid long
enough to destroy ,iiiy miii,i;(M1s spores
that might be in ilie loli.ireo extract,
then add to a six .•;,illoii i alone.
.III be piiiicd directly
.; Our ilustratiou she
of this new and beau
'.".' "1" '" ''' 'V', '" '[I
1^1 ,l', 1 1 , ■
cost about ten cents
ir each spraying. A
led n II 1 he ^1 l-illi 1
1 kinds of soap have
■Uld thoi'oie-lilv ll\e
■ ne found nothing so
witli iJlllVrToll's c,,||,;
ory soap. Strong
le oil. soft soaps, etc,
tallied in cyclamen u
rs if ■
gas, as already di
umns. If it is not pri
to put on the sash, t
tobacco, give the
lis with cyanide | 95 jier cent, of the aphides with which it
ibed in these col- comes in contact, and from 90 to 98 per
icable at this time cent, of the red spiders. It will not kill
1 instead of using | all the spiders' eggs, nor will it in every
aiits_n; thorough I case..deKtroy the young ones. The red
treatment with a solution of soap. Pos-
sibly it may be necessary to make three
applications of this material, say at in-
tervals of four or five days. As we have
never published a description of our plan
of using soap a detailed 8tatement;of,the
method may be of interest to the readers
of the Exchange.
Take a 5-cent bar of Ivory soap, and
with a knife, or preferably a small plane,
shave it up, and then add about two gal-
lons of boiling water. The soaii will iin-
(A new strain).
I fellows.lhowever, are^killed by the soap
almost as soon as they are touched, as
any one can see by taking a leaf infested
with;spiders and dipping it into soap
solution. When the soaii ^conies in eon-
tact with the aphides they make a tew
struggles and die iu from five minutes to
I half an hour.
I The soap should be put on early in the
' morning and after it has been on the
plants for two or three hours should lie
syringed off with clear water. This
s\iiii:;ing, serves two purposes, (1) it
cl in- off the soap, and (2) it washes the
s|ii Ici - and aphides down to the ground,
^^ III I.' I hose not killed starve before they
a:;aiii reach the jilants,
evei- mix tobacco with the soap, as it
Isiiotliin,:; to i|,c ^:,\ f the latter
feet of_discl
• lor a moiitli, (lean, pure, 111
will do the work; iu fact, af
it for several years, we know
ig better or cheaper for combati
kinds of insects infesting hi
louse and house plants.
Ii. T. Galloway
Cyclamen " Papilio.
•al flowers
in of cycla-
tl^• named
of the tlowers is incomparable, and its
tloweriug qualities are surprising.
Alfred Dimmock, of Sander & Co., New
York, to whom we are indebted for the
illustration, writes us I0 tie- effect he
"has , seen the strain ;i 11 una 1^ hii 1 he past
three years, and Ih. . - i.. rb dis-
beeu Avorkiiin- up llic -i'"K forihe past
12 years, w Inch lia- 1 .Miitcd 111 .securing
only the tiiH -.1 \.iri(iMv. Some of the
flowers are a linosi il,ii,,iiid he expects to
produce a vaiiciv w itli lar>;e, round, per-
fectly
^id blooms wlilch will in-
deed" bo a charming novelty, especially as
this one is so wonderfully freeflowering,''
BOIiEli.
begin.
that
As trade in the cut flower lit
ning to pick up considerably, many will
begin to get anxious about cutting their
roses ; at the same time the high prices
and large demand at I'liristiuas is some-
thing else to be cilciilatcd
always adxncatiil early
is, from the liist to the miiHiic 01 .juue,
for the reason that lUants planted at that
date are strong enough to jjroduce some
flowers about now without injury to fu-
ture crops; also by cutting early the
crops will be off by the second or third
week iu October, To get a crop off 'by
this time will be just about right to have
one iu at Christmas, providing we get
anything Uke reasonable weather,
1 don't wish to convey the impression
that now is the time for all roses toHow-
er, or that everv liinl lli.ii is formed
should be left todeMlop, (u, ihecontra-
ry, we must be very p.arlicnlai ,is to the
sizeaiiil streiietli of e.ich iiiili vidiial plant,
jlliil ihelioniy let llio>e that are in our
jietmiiciit sii/in- ciioimh.pi o.iiice a llower
or t\M.. \\ lliesaine llllie tlie quantity,
of stem and fohaLic cut Hitli each bud
dur
have any surplus that will be consigned
to the rubbish heap, will repay us over
and over again for our foresight and
trouble, during the holidays.
Green fly will now be found to be more
troublesome, and at the same time to-
bacco smoke will be more injurious. It
does not necessarily have to burn the fol-
iage or take the color out of the flowers
to work injury, lly experienceis that at
lliis seas when wi' li.ive to lie so cai-e-
niost sllseeplllile lo I. lad, -[' 'I n syrmg-
iug is done the next nioniiiig after fumi-
gating (which it most generally is to
clean off the flies that are only partially
destroyed), the foliage has a saturated
appearance, even the edges of the leaves
and stems being covered with little glo-
bules of water, nnditisnextto impossible
to have them dried off bv nightfall. Uu-
,h'r such conditions we aiv most liable to
eel a viriilen il.-e of 1,1,1, 'k spot aud
r,tller kilhle ^ I .as,.s, that Will
1 that roses In
\,> iiiuch water
■inging, H.H.
Must be Fresh, Not Dried Up.
Buy the Best Always.
75 Cents
per 100 lbs.
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450 lbs. each.
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Contents.
Aster Worm, A New
Carnations
Changbs in Business
Chrysanthemums
Correspondence
Cyclamen, Papilo
Fire Insurance ON Greenhouses .
FcMiGATOR, The New
One of the Western Delegates .
Question Box
Reflections on Current Topics
BOSES
Seed Trade Report
Southern California Notes .
Trade Notes :
New York, Philadelphia
Boston, Cleveland, Montreal
Milwaukee, Toronto ....
Buffalo, Chicago, Cineinnali, St. Louis
Brookline, Fall River, Mass .
Violets, Combating Aphides on .
For the Busy Man.
Violets reached the New York market as
early as August 21.
French stocks of Lilium candtdum are re-
ported as being very short.
Head what Professor Galloway has to say
about the soap remedy for aphides on violets,
given on page 821.
Webegtocall the attention of those inter-
ested to the circular issued by the Fire Insur-
ance Committee, on page 816.
A clearance sale of palms and ferns at the
establishment of Pitcher & Manda, Short Hills,
N. J., will occur October 4, 6, 6 and 7.
C. L. Watrous, Des Moines, la., has been
elected president of the American Pomoiogi-
cal Society, and Professor Taft secietary and
At the recent meeting of the Society lor
the Promotion of Agrieultuial Science,
held in Detroit, Mich., Dr. Byron D. Hal-
sted, of the New .Jersey Agricultural Ex-
periment Station, New Brunswick, N. J.,
was elected president, and Professor C.
S. Plumb, of I'urdue University, Iowa, sec-
retary and treasurer. The next meeting
of the Society will be held in Boston in
Reflections on Current Topics.
The receipt of a notice of the reconven-
ing of the New York Florists' Club on
Monday next after a lengthy vacation,
recalls a conversation I recently had with
one of the charter members. Said he,
" Why don't we get the attendances of
the good old days, when the Club met in
Germania Hall and a social haU hour
was spent after routine business had been
completed. We listened to good essays
then, and had a light refreshment togeth-
er before ili.s|iei-.sing. and we got the
crowd.s." •■ Do y iiiipioviug in quality; present
stocks are fair, but very little extra good
is offered. Beauty bring at retail %2 and
•j-'i per dozen, teas 60c., 75e., and ^fl for
extra good.
(ai-iiatious meet with slow sale at 25c.
a dozen ; gladiolus are very plentiful and
i-etail at 25c. to 50c. per dozen spikes.
Large quantities of dahlias are offered ;
llie weather foi- the past month being
M-iy i.-ivoialile to their growth and de-
\ ell i]iiiii'iu , rhi',\ ti ml very slow sale and
M-I.iil ,it i-'.".i-, to ,".n,-, per" dozen. Asters
.-nee- 1 in i]iinlit,\-. lint find poor sale,
largf quatitilies going to waste. Some
dealers expect to have chrysanthemums
to offer in about two weeks.
fTholuale Prices.
Large quantities of stock are
offered and prices realized by growers are
low. Asters bring but 50c, per 100 ; car-
nations same price ; gladiolus sell at 7.")e,
to $1 per 100, and best stocks of roses at
$2.50 per 100, while inferior stocks bring
$1 per 100.
Notes.
.\. Graham, Jr., is enjoying a vaea-
tinii of a few weeks at Zoar, Ohio.
\ t t he regular meeting of the Florists'
I 1 n 1 1 . t o be held on Tuesday evening next,
nominations of officers for the ensuing
VI .11- will be held, followed at next meet-
Boston.
per 100. Sempk-s asteis sell i-eadil.
7.5c. per 100. One buncli of violets has
been sent in to market. The general re-
port from violet growers is not very fa-
vorable for the coming season, the differ-
ent diseases to which this favorite is sub-
ject having made large inroads among
the plants, while carnation specialists re-
port a poor growth of their plants, ow-
ing to the wet season.
Jaltlngi.
.Miss Mary Kennedy, G. A. Suther-
land's assistant, is spending- hervacatiou
at Old Orchard, Me.
Mr. Colii-ii is t.-ikinn- a. week's rest a
Georgeliiwn M.I i lie,
Carl -I- n. Il I.- leased the B. Ellis
Eaton houses in lliocUtou.
About lid fiiend.s of .M. H. Nortonspent
Monday at his Summer cottage
Hough's Neck.
George Harbison, foreman at \V. H
liott's Brighton houses, has just returned
from his vacation, and Al. Hutson has
gone to New York to meet friends from
India.
.Thomas Mulhen, Norton's foreman, has
i-eturned from a pleasant two weeks' trip
down East, most of the time being spent
with relations at Sorento, Me.
Cast is putting up a 95-toot chimney
as left theemploy of J. M.
h K. .\. Tetters has leased
14S lOiielid avenue, where
up a retail florist's store
■w rose and palm houses
•s Lake avenue establish-
[ig completion, while the
houses at his Eockport
Montreal.
devoted to them, and the competition
was keen. The prize-takers were; J
Dunbar. P. McKenna & Son, Jos. Ben
nett, Geo. Trussell, Geo. Robinson and J
Wtilsh.
Kiidbeckia, Golden Glow, was exhibited
liy .1. Walsh and Jos. Bennett; Walsh'i
tliiwci-s were fine, captivating all whc
saw them, and every florist and garden
er has decided to get a stock of this fine
addition to the herhai-eous border.
Hehantlius in vai-iety were well in evi-
dence, and while liehiiid the rudbeekia in
general apiirecititiou, «ere also much ad-
mired, especially a large sulphur-colored
variety exliibited by P. McKenna & Son.
This variety showed almost white under
the electric light, and was one of the
most telling things in the show.
P. McKenna & Son also exhibited single
dahlias, liet-li.-iceoas phlox, tuberdus be-
gonias, zinnias. 1 laillardia grandiflora,
Marguerilc cani.-itioiis, gladioU, and a
nias, and cannas.
Robert Ueid, one of 1
bitcd a magniflcent vase of gladioli. Tlie
varieties were beautiful and tlie spikes
well grown.
George Copland, of the McGill Botanic
Gardens, is always to the fore with fine
exliibits, this time with a well-grown
specimen gloxinia, vases of pentstemons,
and African marigold.
John Doyle, colored vnrietiesof cosmos
and other plants.
Whiting, brought sprays of Bou-
gainvillea glabra, a vase of scabious. A
vase of allamanda from J. Holliday was
a nice addition to the special exhibit
table. Here were also daturas from W.
Horobin, Italian string beans, and nastur-
tiums from H. Phillips, vases of seedling
delphiniums, quilled and crown asters
from J. Dunbar, vase of pompon asters
and Chrysanthemum inodorum pi., from
F. Bennett; vase of seedling white carna-
tions from Walter Wilshire; a fine vase of
white asters from W. Alcock.and the best
grown plants of Ficus elastica ever seen
here, from Josepli Renuctt.
In pansies Ceoi-Ki- Ti-iissell took firsts
for both twelve and tweiitv-live ; he had
also a fine collection of n'afned g.-i-tiiii-
ums, double tind single petunias, zinnias.
mignonette, antirrliitiuins. -1,-idioli, and
marigolds, and Gi-oi--e Kohinson exhi-
bited asters, sweet peas, Caillardias
grandiflora and Lorenziaii.i, antirrhi-
nums, African marigolds, ;iad ludlieckia.
The show was weU attended, and the
visitors are well pleased with these free
exhibitions. We hope they will rememliei-
them when our Fall show comes on, and
come in crowds to the only show to
which they ,-ii-e asked to give financial
support. Whether they do or not, the
Sunnnei show s are a benefit to theclubin
many ways, keeping up the interest in
what lias always been a season of slack
attendance, and encouraging a better
growth of even thecommonest flowers.
Trade brightened up a bit last week
during the visit of the British Medical
Association, but is dull enough at time
of writing. W. WiLSHiKE.
Index to Advertisers.
MacBean A3 8i4
Morkel a Son 816
Seawanhaka O'li'sea. Sid
Smith N&Son 832
Auction Salee.
Emott Wm 4 Sous,. B14
McCarthy N F 4 Oo, 8J1
Begonliia
Davie AB&Son.... 818
i'airvlew Floral Co . 817
Search Wm H 817
Uoura of Trade.
National FlorlBta'.... 8U
Books,
Di-over'B 816
BeckeH 'J
Eisele 0 8J:
Bulbvand Roots
Allen Chaa H 81
American Bulb Co... 81
BetBcherBros 83
BobbmkLC 8'i
Clucas Jb Boddington
Co 8I1
Davis A BiSon.... 81
Ellis* PoUworth... 81
Ouwerkerk P 1
Pierson F R Co 1
Schiller JL 1
bchmitz F W O t
Shepherd Mrs T B. . 1
Storrs & Harrison Co i
Onion Flower Co... !
Van Houtte Lonie... t
Taughan'sSeed Store t
Weeber & Don i
Business Cardi
HillEQiOo S
BusinessOppor-
tnnities <
Conard & Jones Co..
Benedict O.H 826
BlackChas bl7
Bool Floral Co 817
Boulou Fd 826
Breltmeyer & Sons. . 817
BurrowlJO 818
Cunningham .Tos H.. 8-26
DaviB A B& Son .... 818
Dillon J 1 817
DomerF&Sons Co. 817
Doyle J A 8-24
Elliott i Dlam 817
Emmans Oeo M 819
EngleB F 817
Fairview Floral Co. 817
Freeman J R 82C
Hancock LR
Hancock* Bod.
Harrison John..
Herr AM
Hess C
Hopp * Lemke .
Keller Wrn'r"."
May L L & Co .
Mense FG
Merkel C & Son
Kedfield B
Reinberg Broa.
Weber H 4
Wood Bros.
Cunningham Jos
Whltton'i'soiiB''.'
Cut Klowe
BuflFalo CiitFlowerCo 830
Hoffmann HA
Horan EC I
lUinoiBCutFIowerCo I
Kastlng Wm F. ...
Lang Jalius
MacDonald & Mi
ManuB
McCarthy N F a Co
UcEellar Cbas W..
HUlangF
N Y Ont Flower Co. 830
Pennock Samnel S.
Pardy * Blauvell. . .
ReidEdw
Reinberg Bros
Rogers Park Fl Co...
Bolker A* F
Sheridan W F
St, Louis Out Fl Co.
SunderbruchHLCo.
Sutherland O A ....
Wore 0. W
Toang John
BerckmansP J..
Bock Wm A
Bool Floral Co .
Coiaesh J W
Davis A B & Son
Drown ED
Littlefteld H F. . . ,
Merkel C *Son..
Pitcher 4 Manda. ,
Redfii-ldB
RoehrsJallns ...
Cunningham J H. . ..
Hughes Oeo J
MaderPaul
Rupp J F
Rerri;;erators
Chocolate Cooler Co.
I Berckmans
Oolfleah J ■(
[liUon J L.
IloyleJA .
Co
PJ.
B* Harrison Co 824
StuderN 832
Van Houtte Louis... 820
WittboldOeo 832
Wltterstaetter R 820
Aschmann 0 828
Smith H W 818
Ernest WH
Hews A H 4 Co
McCarthy N.F. ft Co. 831
Syracuse Pdttery Co 82:
WhlUdln Pottery Co 8-2
Fruit Plants
Jackaon 4 Perkins Co 82
Eisele JO 82
Geo M... 81
:Bean A 8 f
■1 Plant Co !
Ouwerkerk P I
J 4T Co ... I
Harrison Co I
Wood Bros I
BergerH H &Co..
Burpee W A 4 Co.
Clucas& Boddingn
McOuUougli J. C 814
Patterson E H 8H
Pruuty Cbas E 8U
Schiller J L 8H
Shepherd MrsTB.. 8H
SoltauC 4 Co 8lt
Vaughan'B Seed Store 81!
Zirngiebel D 8I1
Sllrul». Flowerlni
andOrnamenlal.
BerckmanaPJ 82(
BobbinkLC 82(
Boulon Fd 82(
Elizabetb NuraCo... 811
Jackson & PerkinsCo 82i
Ouwerkerk P. .
Dahlia
Peacock W P.. .
Dalsel
Schmidt J C 4 (
RoBbach A & 0
Carpenter Mrs S A..
rolllUBThoB
Dann J H 4 Son ... .
Elliott Wm H
Highlands Nursery.
RIckseckerOhasH...
SUfflingorOeo.liSon
Decorative Pla
Baker OhasF
ItallOD
Becker Fred C
Schultheis I
StuderN ...
WalsonT R,
Elizabeth Nurs Co . f
Jackson 4 Perkins
Storrs h HsrtlsoD Co i
Brown Peter
Cunningbam J H.
Herr Albert M ....
Jennings E B. ...
Knlckniaun Brns
Schmidt J C Co.
Smith H W
Soltau C & Co
> I Bock Wm A
! I CavananghMrs M.
■4 TCo,,
G'liouse Building.
Healing and Ven.
tllaling Materialx
CarmodyJD 832
Ooldwell-Wllcoi Co. 829
Oowen'sN Sons S-29
Dietsoh A 4 Co 829
Dreer H A 829
aiblin 4 Co.. 83-i
Gibbous H'y W 829
Harn8L48on 829
HerendeenMfgCo.. 629
Hippard B 8i9
Hitcblngs 4 Co 829
LocklandLnmberCo 831
Lord 4 Bnmham Co 829
Monlnger John OCo 832
Pierce FO Co 82S
Second Hand.... 826,
Hail Insuranci
Florist Hail Ass'n
Hollyhocks
Elizabeth Nury Co.. 818
Hydrangeaf
Freeman J R
Insecticides ai
Fungicide.
Co 828
Ryerson U C
Skabcura Dip Co....
Stoothoff H A
Miscellaneous
Bailer FA J
Burrow JO
Eisele JO
Greene 4 Dnderhill.
Hughes Geo J
Storrs 4 Harrison Co 824
Van Houtte Louis. . . 820
Suillax Plania,
Baker C F 832
Betscher Bros 832
Bool Floral Co..... 817
I AL.
Hancock LR 816, 817
LongDB 832
MacBean A S 824
National Plant Co... 824
Rosbaib A ,v G 819
StaiSiugerGeo.^Son 832
ISupplie. and
Requisites
Bayersdorfer H 4 Co 832
Boston Letter Co . . . 831
Oonley John & Son.. 832
"■' I 4 Pollworth .. 814
Grifflth Jaa 831
Herrmann A 832
Horan Ja^ 4 Son ... 817
Easting >vm F 831
McCarthy NF400.
McKellar C W
Meyer Jno C 4 Co...
Reed 4 KeUer
RiceM 4 Co
Ealer J 0 4 A
Littlefleld H F
Pierce F OCo
Ryersi
828
Second Hand 827
Grossman C M 824
Pullen Alex 824
?lncent B JrftSon. 824
Vines andCllniners
Denton OR 820
Elizabelh Nurs Co .. 816
Jackson 4Perkln8Co 824
Benedict O H...
1 Floral Co.,
Boulon Fd
Chinnick WJ...
Davis A B ft 1
DeWitt P M .
Eiumnns Goo
MarqulFce LE.,
RawaonO P...
Renard Jos
Schmidt. J 0 &
Smith N ft Sod .
TaylorTA..'...'
Wood Bros
TTanU..
824
Thb PLORISXS' Exchhngb
Toronto.
An Eihibltlon.
Tlie plant exhibit at tlie Toronto
Industrial Exhibition both in quantity
and quality was considerably ahead of
last year, nearly all the plants shown be-
ing of very good quality. The prize list
was not a long one, but was fairly hbei'al;
and were a better building provided for
the plant display, the competition would
have been still keener than it was.
The anthuriums were all foUage varie-
ties, the first and second prize lots were
all good plants, first prize going to Ex-
hibition Park. The hanging baskets were
very large and showy, both entries being
nearly eiju.U as to quality, Joseph
Graham being first.
In the class for stove and greenhouse
flowering plants, there were five entries,
and many good plants were staged in the
first prize lot (Exhibition Park); there
were somegood anthuriums, allamandas,
elerodendrons, etc. In the second prize
lot ( Man ton Bros. ) there were nice plants
of Swainsona and Erica hyeraalis; and
among the others there were stephanotis,
fuchsias, Bougainvillea glabra. B. g. San-
deriana, and some nice pans of speciosum
liUes.
In fancy caladiums the most of the
plants were not quite up to the usual
standard. The first prize lot {William
Houston), however, were very fine, and
though small, were well colored and
choice.
There were five entries for twelve culti-
vated ferns ; the first two lots were good
and hard to judge a handsome plant of
Asplenium nidus in one lot, and a very
fine davalUa in the other being especially
noticeable.
In the class for six adiantums the
plants were hardly as good as usual. In
the class for 24 feins in 6-ineh pots there
were some very nice plants, all being
good useful stock.
In the class for 50 ferns in 3-inch pots
the exhibit was not nearly so good as
usual, though some of them were very
pretty little plants.
For 75foHage plants, distinct varieties,
there were four entries, all from our pub-
Uc institutions, and nearly all the plants
shown were good and well staged.
In 12 foliage plants in pots not over 10
inches, some very prett.v plants were
shown, the table on which they were
staged being one of the best in the
building.
In coleus, there was one very good
exhibit; the other two were not up to
the mark.
The class for flowering begonias was
poorly filled, there being but one really
good plant among the lot. In rex be-
gonias there was only one entry, but all
the plants in It were very fine. The
tuberous begonias, also, were not up to
the usual standard, although the first
prize lot, all singles, was clean and
healthy.
The single and double geraniums were
away below par; there was not one good
specimen in the whole lot.
In the class for new and rare plants
there were some new dracsenas, new ca-
ladiums, some tillandsias, and afew other
little things that have done duty often
before.
The specimen plants in bloom trained
on trellises made a fine e.xhibit; there were
two allamandas, one Plumbago capensis,
one Euphorbia splendens.
The classes for palms and cycads were
all first-class, and in good variety. For
the best table of plants most tastefully
arranged, there were three entries, all
good and arranged In different styles.
The orchids were a rather poor lot,
but that is nearly always the case at this
time of the year here, when there is so
very little demand for choice cut flowers.
As an extra entry Sir C. Gzowski exhi-
bited a fine plant of Cycas revoluta com-
ing into flower; this plant has seldom
been seen in bloom in Canada and caused
quite a sensation among our visitors.
B. Gore has had charge of the plant for
about two years, and is very proud of it.
Thos. Manton.
Evergreen Ala.
Caldwell, the woodsman, informs us
that his companyisnotyet incorporated,
and tliei-e is a possibihty that it will not
be. He has just built a new packing
The woodsman has taken another life
partner in Miss Amanda Shaw, a very
amiable lady, and sister of his deceased
wile.
Milwaukee.
on the whole is fair, witn'a
slight increase over tlie same time last
year. In roses Kaiserin and Beauty are
coming in fine; Perle, Meteor, and Brides-
maid are short-stemmed, cut from new
stock.
Carnations, especially white, arescarce.
Some very fine large white asters are
coming into this market now. Sweet
ve been a const;
Summer are now beginning
up.
Verv little building has been done in
this vicinity this Summer.
C. C. Pollworth has returned from the
convention after visiting most of the
large Eastern cities and establishments.
K.\STi-s.
New Haven, Conn.
Smith T. Bradley is busy touching up
his plant. His roses look well. Carna-
tions are not yet planted, owing to the
recent heavy rains which have affected
this plant considerably in this section.
John Champion is on top with a fine
lot of chrysanthemums ; he is also carry-
ing a heavy stock of decorative plants.
B. H. Moore has returned from a busi-
ness and pleasure trip to. New York and
Philadelphia. He thinks the tariff has
affected the palm Industry already ; he
saw some fine stocks.
Robert Veitch & Son report a good
bulb season in prospect; the summer
months have been dull with this firm,
more so this year than usual. W. M.
East Rutherford, N. J,
W. E. Volmer, who, until recently and
for five years, rented the Archdeacon
greenhouses, 86 Palisade avenue. West
Hoboken, has removed to the above ad-
dress, where he has had built for himself
three even span houses, 130x17 feet, iron
frame, 18x24 glass. A feature of these
new erections is that they are built with
overhanging eaves, nearly five inches out
of perpendicular, on the same principle as
mentioned in our columns some time ago
in connection with tlie new house at the
Dailledouze Bros., I'st.ililiKlininit. Evi-
dently this system is tindiii;;- f.ivcir, .iikI
there seems to be gnoil rcisoiL for tlii'
same, judging from the greater aihliticiii
of light and head-room obtMimd tin>ieli,\ .
The houses in question are sulist.iiitial
in appearance and should inoilnei' excel-
lent results. All the work of lir.itiii.u .nid
building, shed ineludecl, Ii.ih l)erii done h\
the Josejihus I'lenty To , .lr-i>r.v Tin-. A
11-seetioll How^itt l,..il.T i.sns.-d. While
the work was oiil.v rniii|,l.-t.,| Inst week.
Mr. Volmer ali-ead.v has .iii.^ house
planted with roses, another with chry-
santhemums, and the third is ready (or
carnations which will be planted in this
week. The product of these houses is
intended (or Mr. Volraer's store in Jersey
City, and local trade.
CELERY PLANTS
WHITE PLUME and GIANT PASCAL.
Field-grown plants at $1.00 per 1000 ; $8.60 per
10,000. Cash with order. Samples free.
C. III. GROSSMAN,
-Wolcottvllle, liid.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CABBAGE
LETTUCE and TOMATO PLANTS,
Kor Fall plantlDR and forclnn. now ready, 15 cts.
per 100 ; $1.00 per 1000. It by mall add 10 eta. per 100.
Casb 'wltb order.
R. VINGEIT JR. & SON, White Marsh, Md.
When Writing Mention Florists' Szcbange
PE&GH m PLUM TREES ..Effv^EB^iUz.
Reliable and clean stock at loww holesale rates.
All desirable leading varieties of PEACHES, old
and new. In fruiting orchards. Have the new
Triumph, Greensboro, and Sneeil frnlting-
Buds can be supplied in season at low rates.
Very large stock of PLUM TREES all on ploi
be supplied of
orchard t
Have all the leading .Tapanese varieties. Abanda
Usual supply also of AsparnRus RooCh to offer
ALEXANDER PULLEN.MIIford Nurseries. MItford, Del
When Writing Mention FlorlBU' Ex
Is
ORNAMENm TReIeT AND 's'hRUBS."!
Roses, Bulbs and Hardy Perennials ^
In Large Assortment and of Superior Quality. 4
Fully believe that we can show more Ornamental Trees and Shrubs, ▲
and a larger, finer block of Hardy Roses, Hybrid Perpetual Moss and C
popular varieties including the famous Crimson Rambl
d Climbers
of the leading popular varieties including the famous Crimson Rambler than
can be seen elsewhere. We have 32 greenhouses, several of them devoted to
Palms, Cycas, Ficus ana Araucaria Excelsa, Personal inspection and corres
pondence solicited. Catalogue free.
THE STORRS & HARRISON CO., Box 6 Palnesville, O
■ ^^♦^ »-»•»■ ♦■»'^^»-»'»-«
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
10,000 FIRST QUALITY FORCING ROSES
VmWj equal to those eent out the last four yeara. first-class in every respect. Only selected growth
from flowering- shoots used In propagating.
*SAFRANO, LA FRANCE, AMERICAN BEAUTY, *MERMET, SUNSET,
*GONTIER, PERLE, KAISERIN A. V., METEOR, BRIDE.
3 Inch pots, $5.00 per 100. ♦ 4 Inch pots, $8-00 per 100.
Mention this paper. J. Xj. XDILXjOOSr, BlooxiXsTD-ULX'g, Fa
AMERICAN REAUTY,
SIUILAX. transplanted. SI'
Special Low frlccn Inilndlnic d
Pblls. or New York promptly <
BRIDESMAID, PERI.E, METEOR, BBIDE,
KAISERIN, MERMET, LA FRANCE and
8tJ NSET. An extra Bne lot of plants, SKand I In. pots
KACiUS PLU.MOSUS. CALIFOKNIA VIOLETS.
A. S. MacBEAN, Laktwood, Naw Jersey.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
American Beauty, 3 In. 16.00 per 1(
Perle. Bride and La France, 3 In. (
per 1000. EaiserIn, 3 In. $>'..00
Latanias. Kentlas and Pandanu
J. WM. C0LFLE8H, ^•*'tcr,'l&°.'ll,':"iJ„*^-
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
JACKSON « PERKINS CO., Sv^^-
Will have to offer for season of 1897-'98,
a choice assortment of ... .
Field Grown Roses, new and old varieties
Clematis, Ornamental Shrubs, and Trees,
Erult Trees and SniaU Fruit Plants.
Price List ready in July. Write for it.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
BrlaDoBniiesniaiilBosiis
GoldeS^Gati-ViHinch.
SMILAX PLANTS.
THE HATIONU PLANT CO., Dayton, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
HORSE CHESTNUT TREES.
Having a surplus stock of wblte-flowerlDB Horse
plauted, we olfer same at the .following very low
'"«»• Per 10 Per 100 Per 1000
6 to 6 ft., branclied $2(0 $10 01)
4 to5ft., some branched... 1 TO 12 00 f ICO 00
3tol ft 1 00 8 00 7000
50 at 100 rates. Address all orders to
LEE & SKINNER, « eneva, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ROSES
Brideauiald, Bride.
^iWfi
BVns'llene.
nchPrr|.^pe,
0..,^.O0pe,lC«0
VIOLETS.
Marie Louise, LRdy Cam
healthy stock, from 2\i In. pots, i
ilSj^'ijioo'
'iS?.?0
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
For Varieties and Prices, see April 24th lasue.
CARNATIONS.
strong, Healthy, Field Plants.
Albertlnl, Bridesmaid, Buttercup,
Ivory, Eldorado, Daybreak,
Meteor, Storm King, Alaska,
Thos. Cartledge, Delia Fox, Puritan,
L. McGovran, Wm. Scott, Portia.
Also several other varieties, new and old.
Send for prices.
New Trade List on Applleatlou.
WOOD BROS., Fishkill, N.Y.
When Wrltlne Mention Florists' Exchange
BRIDE ROSES, STRONG PLANTS
3 In. pots 16.00 per 100; -iM In pots. t2.S0 per 100.
Will take 400 Kaiserin Autusta Victoria In ei-
chaoiie for (00 Brides.
THE FLORAL EXCHANGE. 614 Chestnut St., Phila.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
2c. ROSES 2c.
$2.25 PER 100; $20.00 PER 1000.
Nice stutf from 2;< in. pots.
Moselia, Yellow Soupert, Pinlt Soupert, Crim-
son Kambier. Pernet Pere, Bridesmaid, 0.
Soupert, Etoiie de Lyon, Ciimbing Meteor,
Meteor, Golden Rambler.
THE 3 RAMBLERS,
Yellow, White and Pinii, $4.00 per lOU ; $36.00
per 1000.
FIELD GROWN CARNATIONS.
Strong clumps, $5.10 per 100. McGowan,
Portia. Silver Spray, Fred. Dorner, Mrs.
Harrison, Scott.
JOHN A. DOYLE, - Springfield, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
1840— 1S97
OLD coimiY mmw
SURPLUS STOCK.
Per 100
Beecb, European, 6 to 6 ft $25 00
4 to oft 15 00
" Purple-leaved (seedlings).... 16 00
Berberis purpnrea, 18 to 24 in . . . 2 00
TbuiiberKll, 12 to 18 in. 6 00
" •■ 6 to 10 in., 1 year. 2 00
Elm, Ulmus Americana. 8 to 9 ft 15 00
Forsythia Snspensa, 3 ft 6 00
ryrus Japonlca, 3 to 4 ft 6 00
Privet, Caiilornia (trans.) 18 to 24 in. 8 00
Syniptaorlcarpus vnlsarls, 15
lo 18 in 3 00
Viburnum opulus (tree cran-
berry), a to 4 it 6 OO
T. R. WATSON, Plymouth, Mass.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
100,000 PEACH TREES
All Leading Varieties.
[8,000 Plum trees. 1,000 Apricots.
10,000 Apple trees, 3 years % up, Ben Davis
and York Imperial.
The following stocli will be sold very cheap
10 000 Norway Mapl^
part of my busint
— -e, Import(
planted, from 3 to 6 ft.
rted seedlings.
Bt Chestnut, 5 to 7 ft.
100 Ridgely Chestnut, 6 to 7 ft.
:i60 American Linden, 10 to 12 ft.
1,000 Norway Spruce. 2 to 3 ft.
" rish Juniper, 2 t " '
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Thb Florists' Exchange.
825
Chicago.
state of Trade.
lidille of the week it looked
aw tluniKli K
c
Mosconesotis, the Masonic Tempi
florist, has put in his store a beautiful
uew ice chest, counters, etc.. all iu whit
The county and other fairs are sn
posed to loivr li.-id iniiili to do witli (I
increased sliippiiig liiisincs> oi l.-iir, M
Illinois .state I'-.-iir tliis y,..-n- will lir lir
Buffalo.
(IriaaiKls for funerals. The supply is ini-
jnovi'd over a few weeks ago, roses being
iiotir.nlilv better, but with carnations
still si-arce.
The local papers state that work on
our coming f 100,000 South Park Conser
vatory is about to lie comraeneed iu ex-
pectation of its being finished within a
IFARQUHAR VIOLETS
I strong, healthy plants, from pots, M.OO per 100.
Cash with order. Sample plants, 10 cents.
I THOMAS F. O'BRIEN, Folsom St„ Roslindale, Mass.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Cincinnati.
•2. Premiums offered for tlowei
plants ainout to about ,fSOO.
VIOLETS I VIOLETS!!
MARIE I.OIJIISE. Pot grown, clean and
healthy in every particular, 15.00 per 11)0 ; »45.00 per
1000. Sample plant, lOc. Cash with order.
^VM. J. CHINNICK, Trenton, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists" Exchange
MARIE LOUISE VIOLETS
AND CARNATIONS ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
Field-grown, $4.00 and $5 00.
FLORIDA HOT WATER^BOILER
No. " H " for sale cheap.
L. E. MARQUISEE, Syracuse, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VIOLETS MY SPECIALTY!
Marie Louise and Lat
pots. 13 00 per 100; »25.
'.alles. (5 00perl00; tl5l
extra clumps, frum flel
''"cnrnntlo'n Wm° Sfo .
I,I1bc», Charlea X and M
UK plants, d
flrst-class, Jl.OO I
The Bulb Business.
In the matter of the bulb trade J
C. Vaughan, who is now receiving larg^
ahis to
The duty
French liiilbs an- s.-.ircr; i s'.i llarnsii oi
first quality .in' al.so shoit, s.)inc of tin-
shipments to Kuiopi- h.-iviii- l.i-i-ii
brought back to till orders lii-i-.-. 1 n-m-li
stock of candidum is very short, the price
is double tliat of- last year. It is also re-
ported tliat the French have sold out
first (lualitv Romans, so the supply of
these is likely to be limited. On the
whole, Mr. Vaughan is of opinion that
the demand for all classes of bulbs will be
equal to the supply.
Arao
J. F. C
Meyer
on Dunning
street.
last year, through a
bad selection
lis roses in the best
tion. .\sth
^ plants
were small,
of re-plaiitii
g yoiiii
ohi.'ii
ling liiii- sdi
, tln-si
idants, n-.s.
t, .-11-1- t.-i
iilig hold Inn
are pushing
here, tliat a
.-doing
wi-11. Cni-iint
nis an
with sti-vi.-i
n-h pot,^. .Ml
. .Mnvei
finds tills a
,l-rf,-l-.-lb
.. w.-iv to tln-
lid oni
of growing
hisphl.
1 111 pots, tin-
tlownrs
lal work helped out also;
now is to decorate the
tlie casket with palms,
Howers in vases and tied
Jottian-
William Murphy has all his carna-
tions housed ; they are in splendid condi-
tion. He is loud in his praises of the
new white carnation Floral Hill.
.l.s.Colib. of Covington, Ky., is putting
n|i sonn- nr.-.-nliousesfor carnation grow-
ing. Ml . fell h is one of the oldest florists
iii"i ovinnton. lie sold his former estab-
lishnniii lo Kuttle Bros, several years
.■,.-,. .-iinl sin.-.- then has been proof reader
,.n 1 In I oinnnri-ial Tribune, but tiring of
iliis. In- li.is (liiiti-d back to his first love.
I'h.ii-li-s rii-ilfer. of Newport, Ky., has
tlie most iiromising house of chrysanthe-
mums that I have seen this year. His
violets look well in tlie field. I noticed
also a fine collection of dahlias.
E. (.;. GiLLETT.
St. Louis.
BnsineiB Grons Better.
Trade in cut flowers during the
past week has increased quite consider-
ably, and the prosijects now are that it
to do so. Roses and carna-
i iiig in increased quantities
litter quality. There is a
leor which is, however, par-
le by a fair supply of lieau-
ti-rs, that is, very good
nee. Fine Semple's would
1110 readily iu this market
■itock goes begging at $1.
Hide has quite a large deco-
ik for the silver jubilee cele-
- of our churches, for which
■ge ipiantities of smilax and
grafted, KOOd t
$5 00 per 100; $50,011 per luw.
Violets and Carnations delivered at once.
FERD. BODLON, Sea Cllfl, I.. I., N. V.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
GOOD SMILAX PLANTS.
2% and 3 inob pots.
FINE STOCK OF VIOLETS.
PrlQcess of Wales, Luionne, California,
Admiral Avellan, Shnenbrunn, Lady H. Camp-
nell, Swanley White, all good strong clumps.
Send for price.
P. M. DE WITT, Torrcsdal*. Philadelphia, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Marie Louise Violets
SOOO stronK healthy plniita, no disease.
No. 1, $4.00 per loO; S35.00 per lOUO.
No. 3, $3.00 per 100 ; $35.1,0 per lOflO. 600
at 1000 rates. Cash with order.
J.C. CREM8, Oneida, N.Y.
Successor to J. S. Hay.
When Writing Mention Florlsta' Exchange
FIELD-CROWN
MIR|[ LOUISE YlOim
Free from Disease.
$4.00 per 100. »4.oo per lOO.
W. A. MILLS, Port Chaster, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PEuneomuMS rr
and other good
3 in.. $3 per 100.
Allamarda Hendersonli, in buds, 4 in., $3 per Am.
ilaglnella Emiliana, 3 in., $3; 3 in., $3 per 100.
• - "-"--\\i\
Ifollus,
$3; 3
Lotus Peliorhynchus 3 in. euc.per doz
Cyperus
.$3f
CASH Wll'H OKDEH. Address
JOHN C. EISELE,
20th & Ontario Sis.. PHILAOELPHI*. P*.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PRIMROSES.
L'.OOd rlii-.v.santlienuinis is d.-.si-iied (
late use.
T. V Keenan, of Wentworth avenue,
jireparing his mushroom heds, having
creased his space considerably this yei
Thougli the price rules low, he finds
mushrooms more profitable than plants.
He is makiuK a specialty of gold fish and
is about to issue a small pamphlet as a
Kuide to his customers.
The weather here is now dr.v—
\v;ii-iu days and pleasant nights. Hous-
ing; cpf carnations is going on apace, and
wuiild proceed faster if agood rain came.
.\sters m pots are much in evidence, tlie
selling iirlce lieing lOc. to 25c. each, re-
tall. Edgar Sandeus.
Hochester, N. f.
Ellwanger .£ Barry, Mount Hope Nurs-
eries, shipped September 9 a collection of
125 varieties of pears to be shown at
the horticultural exhibition at Hamburg,
(ierniany, opening oil September 24,
,Mi-K. 1-;. t
. Buechel, of the Rieseen
en days with her brother.
lohu lliesseu.
During her absence the
appearance of
the Htiire will lie vastly
improved by t
ceiling which «
A. Waldbart
s 11. aliiiig great i-ffoi-ts to
k-ent specimen palms at
m-c-atlv rcducei
prices, as he has fully de-
teiiiiiii.-d to-c
out of the flower business
.Miss -l-i-r.-s.-i
Itadaracco has had her
store and lixtii
(s all nicely painted, and
it presents a vi
i-y inviting appearance.
Arnohl IMiiK
,-r, r.-presenting W. W-
Barnard iV: in.
riiic-igd.hasspentseveral
days in St. I.n,
is during the past weelc
sides carr.viiin
loiiii-a 1 k lull nf orders
,-ig, the- I'.ro.-iilwav llorist
says there isn'
pounder.
7000 MARIE LOUISE VIOLETS
KIne Beld-ero
»n planis, tree from disease,!
13.00 to »5.00 per lUO. Price ot larger quautl-
StroDB, laree plants, erowD from
extrn quailly seed. Sure to pleaee.
per 100: 110.00 per 230.
M&RIE LOUISE VIOLETS. foTi'r^w^&'p'e^
100 ; »2).00 per 1000. Field grown, $1.00 per 100.
PIDIilTinHC Scott. Tidal Wive, Silver Spray.
UkHNAIIUllo. E Plerson. Daybreak, MrOowsn
Large plantB, short and bushy, at 15 00 per 100,
GEO. H. BENEDICT, Yorkvilie,N.Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
Twenty-flve best ^
ers: Pink, White and Yellow, at $2.00 per
100; $16.00 per 1000; my selection, from
R. H.MURPHEY,Urbana,Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florlsta' Exchange
VIOLETS,
Lady Campbell 6 00 " « M '
Swanley White 5 00 " 15 00 "
Large field-grown plants, grown from selected stock
J. C. SCHMIDT & CO,, Bristol. Pa
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
mpeiomiis veitcnii
POT-GROWN SEEDLINGS,
$4.00 per 100.
J. KiDLETZ, ''JVo"" Dongan Hills, H.Y.
When Writing Mention Florlsta' Exchange
CHINESE PRIMROSE
PLANTS.
. ».i.i,0 per 100. Fin
d.»2.50p
»4 UO pi
Engllal
i»m]vin.osE3s.
1000 CINERARIAS, rendy Ocl.l
500 CARNATIONS, tielri-Krowi
PANSY PLANTS, per 100(1 t3 5U.
PANST SEED, 1/2 o-.!., $2.00; oz., %
JOS. H. CUNNINGHAM, Delaware, Ohio
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Smilax, strong. 1 year, no
ne bett
er, »1.50an
d»2 60
Pieoaie., herbaceous, c
holce a
ssortmen
e and s
ngle. 750,
per 100.
DaUlee. SnowBake and
Snowdi
H. P. Rosen In asnortm
nt.llO
Write tor
prices.
lied Jacket
best
F. A. BALLER, Bloom
Ington
, III.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VIOLETS
FOR BENCHING NOW.
. Louise, Caniphell and Swa
strong
''U in Price S3 00 per lUU; also lu.ecu strong
Held ciiimps of California and Campbell for
Pall plnniing : ask for prices. Smilax. 2H in.,
fine. $2 50 per 100.
BENJ. CONNELL, florist. West Grove, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VIOLETS
application Sampl
FRED'K A. TAYLOR, Cannslola, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
_ „ Marie I.oulse,
pots, $6 60 per lOd ; imM per 10(H1. 3000 3H
inch pots, ll'i.OO per 100 ; $45.00 per 1000.
000 extra strong Farquliar, 3% inch pots,
1 per 100; $50.00 per 1000.
ti strong, from open
price and variety
t $5 per 100
CARNATIONS T^
1000 HYDRANGEA OTAKSA, 3 In. pots,
DOUBLE POIN8ETTIA. 2Hand3H In. pots.
$2.00 per doz ; 4H In. pots, $3.li0 per iloz.
Cash with order only,
JOS. R. FREEMAH, "'^s.'.?"" WiSH'M, D.C.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CHINESE PRIMROSE
PLANTS.
strong and well grown, ready for 3 in. pots. I'bls
unsurpassed, single varieties in choicest assori-
nient. »2.50 per 100. Double varleiles. »« tO per 100.
and U. S. Express.
JOHN F. RUPP, Sliireniiinstown, P«.
Chinese PrlmroM Speclallat.
When ■Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
iOlDWIIYIIURSERIESi
SURPLUS STOCK.
Asclepias
HemerocH
Iris, Qerm
" .lapan. lOsor
I.iatrlsScariosa.
Lily of Valley, si
•erlOO
rosa |2 00
llavB, rulva, Duinortlerl. 8 00
square (not for
PiBonles'.'mlxedV per ibbb, $46! ■,!!!!!■.■.'.■. '.iie 00
named If 50
Platvoodon "00
Sabbatla Cliloroldes 5 00
Yucca Pilamentosa, strong 8 00
Ampelopsis Qnlnriuefolla, strong 4 00
Blgnonla Rad loans 6 00
T.R.WATSON, Plymouth, Mass.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
826
The F=i-orists' Exchange.
REPDTHISFIBST
The publication of the below
article in a recent issue of
AHERICAN QARDENINQ, has
brought rir. Jerolaman hun-
dreds of letters from every part
of the country.
Strawberries Henry and
iVlary.
We have Rrown almost all varie-
ties of berries, but have only found
two really large fruited ones. Tlie
one is Mary, originated by the late
H. Alley of this village, the other is
called, here on Boyden Farm, Hen-
ry. We grow tens of thousands of
quarts from each variety every
year, and they are without doubt
the largest and best of all grown in
the whole world. I liave had this
season thousands of quarts of
Mary, where from five to ten ber-
ries would make a heaping wooden
quart, and I have preserved seve-
ral in glass jars, with formalin, so
that all who doubt can come here
and see for themselves. Some of
these berries in the jars measure
thirteen inches around. I am the
present owner of the Seth Boyden
farm. Seth Boyden originated the
first large strawberries, perhaps,
in the world (Agriculturist and
others); he died in 1870. I theu
bought his farm, and have con-
tinued to grow strawberries from
that time to this, and will say that
I am positive the plant called
Henry is, beyond all doubt, not
only the strongest plant, but the
largest, best, hardiest, and sweet-
est strawberry ever yet produced ;
color dark crimson; it is perfect
(staminate). very large, round,
and no coxcombs grow on it. I
have grown it for the past four
years for market in a small way,
and this season nearly one-half of
all that 1 grew was Henry ; it will
out-produce any strawberry plant
that I have ever known, four-year-
old plants giving very large, and
just as fine berries as plants one
year old. The plants as yet have
shown no disease, while all other
varieties, such as Great American,
Jersey Queen, and nearly all varie-
ties except those soft berries not
good for market (Sharpless, Bu-
bach, and others), have shown
disease in the plant. The Mary
this season could not stand the hot
sun, and nearly one-half of all the
plants burnt and dried up while
full of berries. Mary will not bear
the second season, but must be set
every year, while of Henry, not a
single plant has died, either old or
young; it is the first berry ripe and
the last. I am picking large ber-
ries from the Henry to-day. July
15. — Henry Jekolaman, N. J.
nr. Jerolaman will not answer
any further correspondence ex-
cept through the columns of
AHERICAN GARDENING.
NOW READ
THE ADVERTISEMENT
THE ADVERTISEMENT.
TOUB FOBTUIIE IH SnnWBEIIili!
The Strawberry King and his Remarkably Success-
ful Career: How a Poor Boy Became Wealthy.
THROUGH one of those strange dispensations which often mock in
real life the wildest imagination of the novelist, the publishers of
American Gardening have become possessed of the story of the life
and cultural methods of Henry Jerolaman, undoubtedly the STRAW=
BERRY KING OF THE UNITED STATES. We have prevailed upon
Mr. Jerolaman to write the history of his life and a full description of liis
cultural methods, exclusively for the readers of American Gardening.
Further than this and at our urgent solicitation we have prevailed upon
him to make a contract to supply us One hundred thousand plants
of the HENRY STRAWBERRY, which we will distribute only as premi-
ums to subscribers to American Gardening. The unrivalled Henry
Strawberry has positively never been advertised until now.
xSUA^-c^^^t^L^-^-^ C^C^-^.^T.jt^^i^c^x..^ C^a^<::^£'^T-'^--^''^ .
(/oo.ooo)
The Best Berry of the Age.
Four Berries of the Henry, grown by Mr. Jerolaman, rounded a wooden quart
iure. Individual berries were three-and-a-half inches through each way. Mr.
Jerolaraan's description of this wonderful berry in a recent issue of American Garden-
ing has brought him hundreds of inquiries from the cream of the professional growers.
A GOLD MINE AT YOUR OWN DOOR.
"He who hestitates is lost." It is not likely that such an offer
or such on opportunity will occur again in years. More than one Straw-
berry grower in every town, village, and hamlet can come into a good
thing through practicing the cultural methods and getting some of the
plants which have made Mr. Jerolaman not only wealthy and well-known,
but so wonderfully successful, by at once
TAKING ADVANTAGE OF OUR OFFER:
For $1.00 (check or money order preferred)
we will forward you, by mail, postpaid.
HENRY STRAWBERRY
FIVE PLANTS
OF THE UNEQUALED
And AMERICAN GARDENING One Year.
Plants to be shipped this Fall or in the Spring, as you prefer.
Mr. Jerolaman's story w
methods will be published in i
OFFER EXTRAORDINARY
[r. Jerolaman's story will be found in the first issues mailed you and his cultural
to be of service for Fall planting.
For every new subscription you
send us at $1.00, we will forward
you, postpa id, as a premium. Five
Plants of HENRY STR A WB ERRY ; at the same time we will also send Five
Plants to the party subscribing; through you. Thus a club of ten new subscrib-
ers entitles you to Fifty plants of this wonderful Strawberry, as well as each individual
subscriber to Five Plants. This is a BIG OFFER to all who want to become lar.?er
holders of this wonderful Berr)', never before advertised. Time is short, get to
work at once if you wish to accomplish anything before frost.
Addr.ss Pubrs. AMERICAN QARDENINQ, P. 0. Box 1697, New York.
MESSRS. STEVENS, SIMPSON & CO., Commission Merchants, 232 West Street, New York
City, state they handle the HENRY Strawberrj-, and have realized for it the highest
price obtainable for any outdoor stock coming into New York market. Mr. Simpson further
states that, in his opinion, as grown, packed and shipped by Mr. Henry Jerolaman. it is the
BEST HOME MARKET BERRY in existence. For SIZE, COLOR, and SWEETNESS and in its
KEEPING QUALITIES, IT HAS NO EQUAL; these many points in its favor rendering it easy
for the grower to realize considerably more per quart than the regular market value of
Strawberries generally.
Southern California Notes.
state of Trade.
All busiuess has felt the general
pression in southern California, and w
this depression the florist, the seedsman
the nurseryman, and the gardener have
all been compelled to hedge on their ex
penses and hug the shore. But the trad<
has suffered no more than other lines
and now that the tariff is settled, for
time being at least, there is a steadiei
and healthier feeling prevailing, and busi
ness on the whole is gradually improving
In some directions the general depressioi
has been intensified in California by pre
vailing local conditions. The low mar
ket prices for fruit, garden, and fleldi
crops has greatly retarded tree planting,
and as a result the nursery business hns
been almost at a standstill, hence a iiiiin.
ber of nurserymen have gone out of tlie
business. The sale foreeonomics has beeu ,
light, but ill till- w:iy of ornamentalsJ
propagatnrs.ii tirst-rl.iss stock havedon^
fairly well. 'I'lir sriMlsiniMi (luite generallja
complain of light sales .■inrt an unusualljl
dull season. The florist trade present*
some anomalous conditions. The lasn
city census gives Los Angeles a populal
tion of over 100,000. This inereasea
population has of course enhanced the dej
niand for cut flowers andkindred stocks J
but with this larger population has als(9
Clime an increase of florist establishmeutej
tliere being upward of fifteen at preseri«
doing business in the city, to say nothiii]^
of the private gardens which, in a small ^
way, " pick up change'' selling flowers.
Of course the demand is constantly
growing for a better class of stock and
hence there is a gradual "grading up."
Two or three of our flower stores are the
equal of the best in Chicago, San Francis-
co or New York. The result will event-
ually be " the survival of the fittest."
Seed Farms in ralifornla.
The growing of flower, field, ganleii
and tree seeds is a branch of the business
in which I have always taken a keen in-
terest. All the conditions here are cer-
tainly favorable for seed and bulb-grow-
ing in so far as climate, soils, and water
for irrigation are concerned. There is one
facliii-— III- i.itlii-r Iw 11, tii be particular—
thnt i-rrtiiiiily is Mil iilislncle, and that ia
ohi'Mp l.'iliMi-. This in :i nirasure makes it
liaziiriluus wlirii \vi- rmrie to compete
with Kumiiiaii gruwi IS. .Viintlier point
(de])eiHleiit ill a way iipnii the first) is,
we do not appreciut'etliesiiiall economies
of farming and gardening. The Western
idea of "poor to-day and ricli to-mor-
row " still permeates the atmosphere.
Wh;it we \\'aste would support the Euro-
pean lalioirr. These two elements seem
to defeat nur ,-iiiii for the present in be-
coming a seed -producing .section. But in
s|iite of them a crcilitalile beginning has
been made. .\ nnniliri- nf iiuivlvseed and
flower farms are alieailv a feature in our
siiutliern California landscape. .\or are
licr'.iir situati'il in Los Angeles County,
two 111- thiiT ill \entura County, some in
Oi-aiifii' ami .San Uiego Counties, while
the ilr.ilcis liuy up from private sources
and sell quite a quantity of seeds and
bulbs on the side. This latter phase of
the trade really " cuts some ice." Elmo
R. Meserole recently shipped 50,000 calla
bulbs, while the Germain Fruit Company
sent out some 30,000 ; possibly the com-
plete shipments for the season from Los
.\ngeles will aggregate 100,000 bulbs,
lint to return to seed farms and seed
growing.
issibly the largest seed growers are
Messrs. .John Bodger & 8on of Santa
"aula, Ventura County. They have some
"0 acres devoted to the business and
i-oduce liotli vegetable and flower seed.
Ill- last conversation I had with Mr.
uilgi-r he stated that this year they-
hail some 4(1 acres in tomatoes, 10 in let
cr seeds— 10 of \\ liii'ii wi-n- in asters
-while the remain
supply criqis fu
"y grow almii;
tilesale trailc. ai
under direct i-nnti-;
dealers. Their spe
This firm has done
rond distinction of having introduced
pveral improved strains, and in oue or
wo instances new varieties.
All readers of the Florists' Exchange
rni. irnits, etc.
siNTlv lor the
111- most part
large l-'.a stern
IS. vi-rbenas,
n(iviltie,s. In
11- cui-iimbers.
hly well at the
iiinll wav.and
lilaiiting and
.\li-s. Sliepherd
anil- neighbor-
Sept. II, 1897.
The F=lorists* Exchange.
827
have heard or rcnil of Mrs. linnlrl's -iaiit,
rtiiuiaH, cliriHtcni'il \\\ I'l'tn- llrnil.i-Koii
Co. as tlii'"Cali(.ii-iii.-i (Ihiiiis,- v\liirl,
are also a pruilm-ti 1 \i-iiliir.'i
Courtv. Thcsf, the iv;i.lri8ts' Exchange.
WANTED.
Working foreman ; one who is capable
growing good cut flowers and plants for
commercial place ; give references, age, et
wages $60.00 per montli. Address
J. A. Peterson, 105 E. 4th St., Cincinnati,
MISCELLANEOUS WANTS,
W^ANT TO BUY.
lJ?elhnrhoTse°"rclnitySf'Nlw'Yo?k°mar"k''e?'
iweliinnnou 1, Address Qar.lener 'J, <
Florists' Exchahue.
W^ ANTED TO RENT
For a term ot years, with privileges of buy-
ing a florist's pl»ce,near New York, with four or
five greenhouses in good condition and about
an acre of land. Address
P. KATJFFMAN,
510 Sixth Avenue, - New York City.
FINE SITUATION FOR FLORIST.
ath and east exposure ; on a main thorough
fare and near railroad ; remarkable spring 0
never failing water; hydrant of city water a
gate; house, fourteen rooms ; barn; chicke
houses. On account of owner's removal wil
be sold at low price and very easy terms. Ad
dress Box 181, Orange Valley, N. J.
FOR SALE-SECOND HAND.
TOOLS FOR SALE.
Pipe cutter, two wrenches, pipe vise;
stock complete, from H to 1 inch; two
tongs, all perfect and as good as new; to-
gether for Stl.OO cash. Address
H. SCBUBEKT, little Ferry, N.J.
BOILER FOR SALE.
Westhsred'B No. 3, in g
net. $55.00. Cast Iron, one-inch pipe, lH cts,
per foot 1 1300 ft.) including all joints, els^
nipples, etc. Also 3 expansion tanks, for $5.5(i.
Address H. SCHUBERT, tittle Ferry, N.J.
FOR SALE.
.; complete to wa:
h. Also -ne 26 (tal
with safety valv
iteoo.
WANTED NOW.
7000 Field-Grown Carnations,
Clean, Healthy, and WeH-On.wn Plants.
3000 Scott, 1000 McGowan. 70O Alaska,
700 Portia, 700 Daybri-ak, 300 Cartledgc
300 Delia Fox, 300 Batteroup.
STATE NET CASH PRICE.
JOHN RECK, Briageport. Conn.
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BOILERS FOR SALE!
Two No. 3, Style C, GURNEY HOT
WATER DOUBLE CROWN BOILERS, com-
plete. In use live seasons. Were heat-
ing 30,000 square feet ot glass for Palm
growing. Offering for sale because wo
are increasing our capacity. These
boilers cost $450.00 each. We olTer for
$200.00 each, f. o. b.. Biverton, N. J. Also
one Locomotive Boiler, 11 ft., 4 ins. long,
tire box, 3 ft., 0 ins., by 2 ft., 3 ins., with
28 3 iu. tubes, 6 ft., 9 ins. long, has been
used for steam at 30 lbs. pressure. Will
sell for S.'iO.OO. Is in good order and
ready for service at once.
HENRY t.DREER,"Vr!;:r"'PHIL>..P*.
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828
The Plorists' Exchange.
Brookline,
Mass.
Grafted Roses Analn.
F. K. r.-ilniiT is
cess with, ur-.'i II. -H ms,
date results will nm i,,
theoUi 111. 111,,,! il.. 1
of liriiic win. 1, w.r.m
h.-n-iii-
"lik.'l'yl.
Mexico.
Instead of tliro
afterSpriugbloon
doors until the w
ppeil
i.ikliiS well. He
crop of Gontier
Winter; the buds
leasing in size.
, I'lants were set
iK-e. Bridesmaid
planted, but is
\ii plan the best
■ a repetition of
the Excii.\NGE a
1 bear repetition,
ttention from so
Imciuerque. New
anil il is II. .t I.).. I.\t.' II. )W to take care of
til.' .il.l st.i.'k. if ii.it already thrown out,
tlieiv is nil .ihj.rti.iii tii the use of new
wiKiil. Seeiire the Manetti stock in the
Fall, trim and heel in in moss in boxes
whieli iilace in the house. This induces
the roots to start a kittle, the wood re-
maining dormant. This is found advan-
tageous when the grafted plants are
potted later.
There is nothing mysterious or expen-
sive in this method, and from my own
observation of a few days since these
plants a r iiially as roliust as some of
elaborate aii.l I'xpeiisiv.' scale.
Mr. I'aliii.T utilized his violet houses
this Siimniev by planting Semple's asters,
anil is cnttiii;;- some grand specimens. As
this aster cannot be aepended upon out-
si.Ie, it w ill lie wellto make a note of this
fur fiifnre ;iiii. lance. I know several who
■ ir.' ilisaiipiiiiited with this aster outside,
l.iii il is a l..,iiity grown inside. Queeu
..I th.> .\l..rk.i has done finely, but it is
a general cuttin;
ricty
M.
Fall River, Mass.
Frank Buffinton is rebuilding three
houses, one to contain palms. I noticed
that from force of circumstances a batch
(if CocosWeddelia.na has been standing in
a shady spot outdoors all Summer ; the
clean vigorous growth is remarkable.
Doubtless the season has been very favor-
able, but the.y beat all plants grown un-
der glass for color.
George Smith has just completed a rose
house 17.5x2.'5 and one 75x25 feet,
L-shaped, a fine house of cypress "with
inch iron piping for purlins. He is now
planting some well-grown stock in same
. C. Warburton has hardly finished tell
ing what a good time he had and what
he learned at the convention. H
planting a capital stock of carnations;
roses and violets are also first-class.
EVERY KCOItlST 0I70BT TO
IKSVRE HIS GLASS AOAIMST
HAIL.
lOHN 6. ESLBR, Beo'y, Saddle River. M.J>
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RAFFIA
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MILOEW mo BUCK ROT
USE FOSTITE, U%
SAVE THE BLOOMS!
NIKOTEEN
DOES NOT INJURE SENSITIVE
PLANTS. USED FOR FUMIGATION
ORSPRAYING.INDOORSOROUT.
200 roUNOS lOBACCO W ONE PINI NIWER
SI. SO. ALL SEEDSMEN.
1 Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
STANDARD
FLOWER POTS
yX. H. £RNEST,
Btation 91, N. £., WASHINGTON, D. O
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STANDARD ♦ POTS.
We are now ready to supply a superiol
quality of Pots in unlimited quantities.
Catalogues and price lists furnished on
application.
A. H. HEWS & CO.,
NORTH CAMBRIDGE, - MASS.
"When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
DO NOT BE HUMBUGGED
W. M.
Norwich, Conn.
.J. F. Smith has made considerable ad-
ditions to audiraprovementsini his plant.
In carnations Daybreak is the only kind
that rusts badly with him.
Chrysanthemums are all grown in pots
and look first rate. Mr. Smith believes in
taking late cuttings. He has quite a
stock of cyclamen— pretty plants.
W. M.
IVC .A. SOT XT XI. £3 .
Fresh and well rotted hor^e manure. Manure for
Musbroom growine a specialty. Excellent facllltiea
for shippinK by Penn'a. R R , P. & R., B & O. and
alsp_by boat. _ ^Win. jA,*^??'"*^*'''* ^^om ;ilO.
SHEEP MANURE
Cleaned and prepared expressly for florists' use.
You will and it the Eenu ne article. For reference
to Its beinu first-class I refer you to Henry P.
.Mlchell, 1018 Market Street. Phlla.. Pa. Trial bags
GODFREY ASCHMANN,
lO 13 Ontario St., PHILA., PA.
When Writing Mention Florists' Excbanse
Contains more cord and does more work than
else on the market. The original and only SILKALINl
is made solely by JOHN C. NEVER & CO.,
ir Summer Street, BOSTON, MA8I
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
TOBACCO STEMS
I Freeh and strong, 70c. per 100 lbs.
I Best Standard Flower Pots, Wood-fibre
I Cut Flower Vases, Rubber Hose all gradeB.
prices. Mail orders shipped im-
EDWIN A. SEIDEWITZ, mediately
6 W. LEXINGTON ST., BALTIMORE, MD. U. C. RYERSON, 123 Stone St, Newark, N,J.
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■tSk.ia,€LsLir€L
'lox^r^r
'o-tss.
Send for our New Prio* LUt wUh aztra discounts. Ail our Pots, from 7 In.
Pslsnl Ejiosisior Bottom, which la s great advantage, as It Insures perfect drainage.
A FULl. I.11NE OF BUL.B PANS.
IHE WHILLDIN POTTEBY CO., 713 to 719 Wharton Street, PHILADELPHIA.
HB 1 wnn nriTTSKB . i Kearney and Westslde Aves Jersey City. N.J.
BEANCH HOUSBB: ^ jackaon Ave. and Pearaon St.. Look Island Clty.N.T.
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A GOODHOSEisaQOOD INVESTMENT
cheapest. To ascertain ■
and aOots. per foot
?hat a hose is worth, divide the cost per foot by
tlie market to compete in number of years with
per foot tor J^ inch i 16cts. per toot for 54 inch,
DEATH TO THE INSECTS
HARMLESS TO THE PLANTS.
ufaetured. Pri
5r 1 inch hose.
Lve boupht in twelve years."— N. Stduer. " It is flne."-E. G. Hill.
Address J. G. & A. ESLER, Saddle River, N. J.
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FLOWER POTS^.-
Wo are Mannfacturlng a Full I.lne of
STANDIRD FLOWER POTS and HANGING BASKETS
OF THE BEST QUAI.ITV.
Shipping Facilities First-Class, thereby Securing Lowest Freight Kates.
Our goods are well packed, and breakage is nominal. Give us a trial. Send for Price List.
^ddre» THE SYRACUSE POTTERY CO., 403 N. StLINA ST., SYRACUSE, N. I
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FIBRE==Every plant grown in it thrives
without earth.
LIQUID==The best, safest and cheapest
Fertilizer sold.
THE AMERICAN JADOO CO.,
811 Fairmount Avenue,
U. S. Patent and
Trade Mark.
PHIL,ADEI«PIIIA, PA.
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FOR GLAZING GREENHOUSES. SUPERIOR TO PUTTY IN EVERY WAY.
Ib not hardened
and out. Mastloa u
panBion and
1 of the woodwork.
With Mastlca can "
Mastlca Glazinar Ma
I that agreenho
BtiC .
vith Mastioadonot need re-Klazintr. thuseav*
s permanently elastic
HIGHEST mRD OF SOCIETY OF AMERICiH FLORISTS AT PITTSBURG, 1895.
Put up in gallons, $ 1.00. Half gallons, 60 cts, Quarter gallons, 36 cts.
Mastical Glazing Machines, $1.00 each.
Send for full descriptive circular and testimonials. AEencs in all the principal citlea.
F. 0. PIERCE CO., Sole Manufacturers, 170 Fulton St., New York.
THE KENTUCKY EXTRACT GO. Columbus, 0.
SOLE MANUFACTUREB8,
Book of l>tret'tloDS Sent Vpon AppUcotlOD.
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..The Water Garden..
BY WILLIAM TRICKER.
PRICE $2.00. TWENTY-FIVE PER CENT. OFF TO SUBSCRIBERS TO
FLORISTS' EXCHANGE.
This work contains nine Iml-photogravure plates, eighteen full
page descriptive views of leading Water Gardens and Ponds, and
numerous smaller pictures prepared with special reference to this
work. On heavy enamelled paper. Elegantly bound. Large octavo.
The text describes all operations from the growing of plants in tubs to
the large water garden, excavation of grounds, construction of ponds,
adapting natural streams, planting, hybridizing, seed saving, propagation,
the aquatic house, wintering, correct designing and planting of banks
and margins, and all other necessary details.
This Book is of vital Interest to every Florist in tlieland. and all should
buy It and read It. Introduce Water Gardens in your locality and make money.
I A. T. OE LA MARE PTG. X PUB. CO., Ltd., P. 0, Box 1697. New York City. \
Sept. II, 1897.
The F=i-orists' Exchange.
829
LORD & BURNHAH CO.,
Horticultural Architects and Builders Steam and Hot Water Heating
Engineers.
(Established 1S56.)
only, ready tor erecl
Largest Builders of Greenhouse 5tructures. Plans and construction embrace
latest improvements. Six highest awards at the World's Fair
Send four cents postage to New York office for latest catalogue
NEW YORK office: GENERAL OFFICE AND WORKS:
160 FIFTH AVE., COR. 21ST ST. IRVINGTON-ON-HUDSON, N. Y.
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VALVES and FITTINGS
For Pipe and Tubing.
VENTILATING APPARATUS.
WILCOX CO.,
Newburgh.N.Y.
Sbnd ob Catalogue
MeutioD paper.
^H
Eva&s' InproTsi Cballeige.
BoUar bearlni. ielf-olUnif deTli*
ant«mAtla itop. lolld link ohala^
makai tbe IMPROVED CHAIi-
LBNOB the most perleot appa-
ratOB In the market.
Write for oatalogna and prioai
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GLASS
FOR GREENHOUSES, CONSERVATORIES, QRDPERIES, HOTBEDS AND
FLORISTS' USE GENERALLY. AT LOWEST RATES.
L. HKRRIS SL SON.
M7 W. BROADWAY, NEW YORK, t9 LIBERTY ST., NEW YORK
Bvl.HoiuUo and BiMaktr SU. B«t. BrMdwBf mmt fkwak
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GLASS!
For Greenhouses, Conservatories,
Graperies, Hotbeds and all other
purposes, at Lowest Rates.
GLASS!
N. COWEN'S SON, 392 & 394 West Broadway, New York.
Formerly 1B4 and 156 So. Fifth Avenue.
Get our Figures before buylnK Glass. • ECBtlmates Freely Given
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
DON'T SYRINGE WITH GOLD WATER
GREENHOUSE BUILDER
t
CALIFORNIA RED CEDAR
h. OIETSGH I CO. 619 Sheffield Ivenuo, CHICAGO.
UANUTACTURERS OF
RED CEDAR AND CYPRESS GREENHOUSE MATERIAL.
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i
THE VAN REYPER
PERFECT GLAZIERS' POINTS
No rights or lefts. Price per box of 1000, 60e.
by mall, 75o.; in lots of 5000 by ex., 66c. per 1000
HENRY t. DREER, 714 Chestnut St., Phlla., Pa.
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SEND FOR OUR l^BW CATALOGUE, WHICH SHOWS I
ITle )lew MatlG Gafile Yeiitllatof
T Ai It Is put up In the hoase complete. We also glre yon prices with a grnarantee that each J
Y machine sent out will operate your house suocesBfully. Soil machines now made in two sizes. , J
J .^' Q. "^TvT'OIjF Sz BieO., 3Da3rtorL, Oliio. 4
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66EEP0DSE HEPTIHI! ffjID VENTILPTDIIi.
Horticultural Architecture and Building.
pitching^^Go
ESTABLISHED 1844.
233 Mercer Street, NEW YORK.
FIVE PATTERNS OF BOILERS.
NINETEEN SIZES,
Perfect Sash Raising Apparatus.
Rosehousea, Greenhouses, Etc., of Iron
Frame Construction erected complete
or the Structural Iron ^Vork ship-
ped ready for erection.
Iron Frame Benches with the
" Perfect Drainage Bench Tile "
er Slate Topi.
FOR II.I.I1STRATED CATAI.OGVE.
STANDARD VENTILATING MACHINE.
NONE
EQUAL IT
IN
Strength
AND
Durability
NOTHING
Flimsy
OR
Complicated
about it.
Send for Catalogue. E. HIPPARD. YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
TRADE GREENHOUSES.
THE BEST MADE.
"Florists" Get Your Plans and Estimate from
PLENTY'S HORTICULTURAL WORKS,
148-156 Randolph Ave.', JERSEY CITY, N.J.
When Writing Mention FlorlBtg' Exchange
FURMAN BOILERS
Specially adapted to
Greenhouse Heating.
200 Styles and Sizes. Steam and Hot Water.
SAFE, SUBSTANTIAL, SIMPLE, ECONOMICAL.
GREAT COAL SAVER.
Send for catalngue. Estimates Free.
THE HERENDEEN MFC. CO.,
Home Ofllce : 13 Fay St., Genera, N. Y.
BRANCH OFFICES:
• St.; Philadelp
, 1019 Betz Bld'f
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mtNTJOli, FLDRISTS!
It mil be to your admniage to look
into the merits of the Scollay
- Invincible " Hot Water Boiler.
It IS all that its name implies, ant
don't forget it.
Cuts and full information mailed
on application.
JOHN A. SCOLLAY,
74 & 76 MYRTLE AVE.,
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK.
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830
i J. K. ALLEN,
I Whol*Ml« Comminion Dealer in
ICUT FLOW^ERS,
I 67 W. 28th St., New York.
I Order* br mall or ieleirraph promptly attended
I to. Telephone Call, 382 asth St.
I ROSES AND VIOLETS SPECIALTIES.
WM. H. CUNTHER,
Wholesale Florist
VIOLETS AND CARNATIONS A SPECIALTY.
ConslRnmentB Solicited.
30 West 29th St., New York.
Telephone. 2300-a8tli Street.
I MICHAEL A. HART, I
Wholesale S Gommission Florist,
113 W. 30th St., New York.
Telephone Call, 1307 88th St.
All kinds of Roses. Violets and Carnations
a specialty.
ORDERS PROMPTLY ATTENDED
H. A. HOFFMANN.
Wholesale Florist
44 W. 29th St., NEW YORK.
Telephone Call, 1558 38th St.
American Beauties, Carnations, White Vielets.
Specialties. CONSIGNIUENTS SOLICITED.
EDWARD C. HORAN,
WflOLESAlE ♦ FLORIST,
No. 34 W. 29th St.. New York.
JULIUS LANG,
Wholesale Florist
' 53 WEST 30tli ST.
Consignments Solicited. NEW YORK.
The F=i-orists' Excht^nge.
MacDONALD & 'McMANUS,
50 W. 30th St., New York.
WHOLESALE FLORISTS AND .
DEALERS IN CUT FLOWERS.
Solicit shipmonts of Cut Flowers on Commussion. Best market prices guaranteed.
TELEPHONE, 2778-38TH STREET.
When Writing Ment
[ Florists' Exchange
CHAS. W. McKELLAR,
WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORIST
Largest and best market In Ohicago. Constant supply of all seasonable flowers.
ConslRnmentB of first grade goods solicited. Complete stock of Florists'
SappUes, Wire-work, etc. All orders given prompt attention.
Telephone, Main 11«9. 48. 47, 49 WABASH AVENUE, CHICAGO. ILL.
BD. F. WINTERSON, Mamager.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
k. Beanky, fancy and special.
Mermet
Ume. Testont —
)«ra. P. Morgan . .
Nlphetos, Hoste.,
Souv. de Wootton..
Ulrioh Bmnner...
Wattevllle
OiLIJi
(■ All colors, inferior grades
• ( White.
; Btahdabd 3 Pink..
J •Fahot-
X (The htg
Yel. 4 Varte
( White
5 Pink..
CAITLBTiB ..
Cypeipbditjm. ,
Gladiolus
iionglfl
MianONBTTV.. . .
.26 to
.25 to
.25 to
2.00 to 6.00
For Prices ot Fancy and Special i^took see our Co
Prices are tor quantities of one hundred unless
Prices quoted above are given only after very careful
ruarantee their accuracy, they will be found practically corre
otherwise noted.
inquiry, and while we do
it up to the date mentioned.
mm wi
Wholesale Growers of Gut Flowers.
500,000 Feet of Glass.
FRANK MILLANG.
Wholesale Gommission Dealer
....in Gut Flowers....
THE NEW YORK GUT FLOWER GO.
119-121 West 23d Street,
I 12-1 14 West 24th Street,
leUpiioiis 733-18 h. NEW YORK.
CCNSISNMENTS SOLICITED.
Special Attention Given to Shipping Orders.
hen Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
,r, A ^4';^S,?11»tL°''^''^ onshort notice with all leading varieties of ROSES and
CARNATIONS. We are headquarters for fine AMERICAN BEAUTIES.
Give us a trial and convince yourself.
SALESROOM 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO, III.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, "^^^^^fi^^
A fine stock ot VAI.I.EY on hand throughout the Summer. Also a full line
of all seasonable cut flowers.
ORCHIDS-We can supply at short notice a few choice varieties, mostly Cattleyas.
During July, August and September we close at 6 P. M.
I6I2-I6I4 Barker St. Bet. chestnut & Market sts. Philadelphia, Pa.
Local and Long Distance 'Phone B210.
^ 5Lh$?lWjithigM^nUo_n_FI^orists-JExchange
C. A. KUEHN,
WHOLESALE FLORIST,
1122 Pine St., St. Louis, Mo.
A COJIPtETE LINE OF WIBE DESIGNS.
C. Mr, WORS,
Wholesale Florist,
313 N. LEFPINOWBLL AVENUE.
ST. LOCriS, MO.
WWE EOSES-Bhipped carefully to all
parts of the country.
PURDY & BLAUVELT,
Wholesale and CommlsBloa Dealers In
CUT FLOWERS
UAIDEKEAIS flEH FBOKBS A BFICtALTT.
57 WEST 30th STREET,
Bet. Broadway & 6tli Ave. NEW YORK.
F. A. ROLKER,
WHOLESALE DEALER IN
CUT FLOWERS
53 West 28th Street. \
Telephone 2379 38 h St. NEW YORK.
in£. F=. SHERIDMN
Wholesale Oommlslon Dealer In
CUT FLOWERS
Frank H. Teaendlt. Chablbs Schenck.
TRAENDLY & SGHENGK,
Wholesale Florists,
38 W. 28th St. and CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE,
NEW YORK.
Telephone 961-18th St.
{^"Consignments Solicited
JOHN YOUNG,
Wbolegale Florigt,
51 WEST 28th ST.,
KEW YORK.
WM. J. BAKER,
Wholesale Florist
1432 So. Penii Square,
Philadelphia, Pa.
DUMONT
& CO.. Il
WHOLESALE FLORISTS ||
CARNATIONS A
SPECIALTY.
No. 130.5 Filbert St
, Philadelphia.
S. FROWERT,
Wholesale Florist,
17 North 13th Street,
PHILADELPHIA, PA.
Consignments Solicited. Special Attention Given
Buffalo Gut Flower Exchange
WHOLESALE COMMISSION.
CONSlflNSIEN'TS
481 Washington St., BUFFALO, N. Y
Telephone. Seneca. 136'!.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Sept. II, i8q7.
Wholesale Florists / ^•'obbers.n
FLORIST'S
SUPPLIES.
FLORISTS' VASES.
Hortlculliirni An
84HAWLEY STREET,
CEO. A. SUTHERLAND,
CUT FLOWERS and rLOR!STnUFPL!ES I
WHOLESALE.
67 Bromfield St., Boston, Mass.
City Hall Cut Flower Market
WELCH BROS., Props.
Regular Consignors Given Space Free
of Charife. Space let to growers wlshinK
to sell their own goods.
Flowers Shipped to all Points.
...SEND FOR PRICE I^IST...
KENNICOTT BROS. GOMPANY,
Wholesale • Gut • Flowers,
88 Wabasli Avenue,
CHICAGO, ILL.
WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY.
H. L SUNDERBRUCH CO.,
Wholesale Commission Florists,
HEADQUARTERS NeM
WM. F. HASTING, Km?«io,
49B Washington Street, ^S
BUFFALO, N Y. """^^
> Dealer in Florists' Supplies & Wire Designs
Gut Flower Co.
WHOLESALE
FLORISTS,
1620 Olive St.
ST. LOUIS, MO.
ILLINOIS CIT FLOWER CO.,
DEAMUD, MANAGER.
Wliolesale Commission Florists,
51 Wabash Ave.,
r
E. G. HILL & CO.. I
{Wholesale Florists, |
L RICHMOND, INDIANA. «
•♦♦♦♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦ ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦4
I When Writing Mention Florists' Eichang*
The I=l-orists* Exchhnoe.
One of the Western Delegates.
;itMt lilt tiower factory tivo iiiileK Ii-iptu
I'li-.is^iiit Hill. The place itself consists
>i <)\rr T(_l aci-es of fertile grouud, and tm
;lu- liiglicst point of it is the residence 1 if
ts owner and his range of greenhouses
•ousisting of almost l.^O.OOO square feet
if slnss. From a small beginning onl.v a
, u- v..n~ ,m. i linniKht aliout thronjili .1
831
Iniost entirely to this very mar-
old storage ca-
lave not beeil
sand he is just
1 left on both
nd 30 inches
I'S, but doing
i,:.t ..iir Ml nv.i ..1 liislaifA-e houses which
in- L'si , i,-.-t w ill'- ;iiiil :-*iM) feet long.
Mr. Ixill.iL;:; w , is .it tile Trovidence coii-
, .luiciii .mil "lis 11 if those who so
Uiould its treasury suffer through the
,-isit to Omaha next year. II. H.
Galax Leaves.
CHAS. H. RICKSECKER, Linville, N, C.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
. . . FOR FINEST . . .
Qalax Leaves and
Leucothoe Sprays,
ALWAYS WRITE THE INTRODUCERS,
Highlands Nursery, Kawana, N, C
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
GREEN-HOUSE CONSTRUCTION.
This has heen a specialty with us for many years a
due the credit for many of the great improvements that liave been
made in the construction of wooden green-houses. To those that
buy our
Clear Cypress Building Material
we furnish, free of cost, complete detail drawings from which any
intelligent workman can put up the material correctly. We have
plenty of time to write letters ABOUT OUR BUSINESS, and we will
be glad to hear from those contemplating building.
LocKLAND Lumber Co.
LOCKLAND, OHIO.
Write for Circulars
or Estimates.
1ISFBB8IIDS PLDPIOSDI) HSHDII,
- IBnriglhLtiOXL
Cat Strings, 1 0 to IS feet long
50 cts. each.
Shipped to any part of the
V^. H. ELLIOTT,
ENfiLISIimLEHESKrErS
I" t
* "JKDOO'
X FIBRE and LIQUID .
When ■Writing Mention Flo
CHOCOLATE COOLER CO.,
GRAND RAPIDS, MICH.
Manufacturers of
FLORIST'S REFRIGERITORS.
Send fur Circular.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
M. RICE & CO.,
Importers and Manufacturers of
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.
25 N. 4tli St., Philadelphia, Pa.
SEW FALL OATALOOUE NOW BBADl
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
used and «
4 endorsed by the leading growers. «
^ Try them and be convinced. ^
-WELCH BROTHERS,
I DEALERS IN
[FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,
■p'^'n";X*prfc':: [ boston.
Wire DesiKns, Wheat Sheaves, Baskets, Im-
mortelles, Cape Flowers, Cut Flowers, Boxes,
and all other supplies, at prices to meet com-
M.-
Boston Florist Letter Co.
where Mid for Ml. by .0
N. F. McCarthy, Treas. & Hanager.
BOSTOIM, MASS. ..,;i'J.°,V
anufacfurer of STEFFENS BRO?
FLORISTS
^ DESIGNS
-AST ;2/ - STfiEET. NEW YO/2K C/TY
When Writing Mention
Wire Designs. Wire Designs. Wire Designs.
CHEAP! CHEAPER!! CHEAPEST!!!
The Klondike and AlHfkK outilone. Have you seen it ? Do j-mi want ifi' You need it.
All proKressive Florists refer to it. Will be out ist of October.
JAS. GRIFFITHS LATEST CATALOGUE AND HARD TIMES DESIGN LIST.
Lowest prices ever iiuoted. FUEE! FUEE! Send for it. Keserve your orders until you
To JAMESCRIFFITH, wire Designer.
701 Main Street, - CINCINNATI, OHIO.
,When Writing Me:itlon Florists' Exchange
832
The Pl-orists* Exchange.
SAVE 50 PER CENT. DUTY ON
rietal Floral Designs Sr--"
SSel Prepared Cycas Palm Leaves
ALL FLORIST^' SUPPLIES SECOND TO NOME. Write for Catalogue.
A. HERRMANN, 404, 406, 408, 410, 412 East 34tli St., New York City
Manufacturer of METAL FLORAL DESIGNS, Importer and Dealer In FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.
When Writing Mention Florists' Excliange
Largest Stock in the Country.
All goods up to date, and of
superior quality.
Send for Illustrated Catalogue.
H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.,
86 N. FOURTH STREET, PHILADELPHIA, PA.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
GOLD FISH
Fine Healthy Stock.
Tge 8iz
Medium to large size, $10.00 per 100. Cash
■With order. No cbarfre for shipping cans.
Gold Fish can be shipped by Express thou-
sands of miles with safety and are a profitable
and attractive stock to handle.
Fall line of Aqaarla Snppllef>.
KEENAN'S SEED STORE,
6112 and 6114 Wentworth Ave., CHICAGO.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CYPRESS
mmm
MATERIAL
OF ANY DESCRIPTION.
A GOOD SASH LIFT
For a Very Little Money Get
For Deioriptire Catalogue Bend to
J. D. CARMODY, Evansvllie, Ind.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
cfMils
lUHAKUtTHAN PINE.
SASH BARSl
o» Toi^S F£ET ""UEHCTH OR L0N6ER.
CiRE EN HOUSE
AND Q-fl^gR BUfLDINa MATERIAL.
Sor,J,forour Illustrated 8<>oK
"CYPjRESSS LUMBERAKofrsUSES."
Send lor^ur Special Grecnhousfe-CTrjcul&p.
JTHE/VT STeart;v5 lumbef_(b.,
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SUMMER IN WINTER
By Using
Standard Greenhouse Boilers
One cent gets our Catalogae.
GIBLIN & CO., = Utica, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FERIIS BV THE THOUSiHDS
IN TWENTY VARIETIES.
From flats, »1.75 per 100; from 3 inch pots
$3 00 per 100 ; 3 inch pots, $6.00 per 100.
Fern Spore in many Tarietiea, 33c. per
pict.; 3 tor $1.00. All good value for oasli,
EDWARD D. DROWN, - - Weldon, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FOBTHEraiLSEIiSOII!
J Decorative and ^
Flowering Plants
See A. SCHULTHEIS, P. 0. Box 78,
Telephone Call 51 F. OOLLEOE POINT, L, I.
Take North Side Division L.I.R. R. orTrolley.
We carry Kenttaa, Arecu lutesoena. Litania
B )rbonica, Phoealx reclinata, Pandanus utilis
and Veitcbii, Ficus elastica. Cocoa Weddeliana,
.\raucaria excelsaaod glauca: Cyclamen per-
sicum and Ericas our apecialtiee- Lily of the
Valley at all times and at all prices; Chrysan-
r liemums in pots; Aspidistra variegata, etc.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
100,000 FERNS
Write for list
l,r^»>*iCUSELASTICA
.^ «/"^* '"-■'' pots, fine stock.
yJ,ooo SMI lax
Strong plants, twice cut back.
CHAS. F. BAITER. UUca. N. Y.
Gyperus jHHoiids.
. per doz.; $3.30 per 100.
CALIFORNIA VIOLETS, field-; rown, $4.C0
per 100.
CARNATIONS, MapledaleCnew). $8.00 per lOP.
Medium sized plants of the following stand-
ard varieties, $4.00 per 100. Portia, Wiu.
Scott, Delia Fox, The Stuart and Tida 1 Wave.
NATHAN SMITH HON, Adrian, Mich.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PALMS
AND
FERNS.
Th« LARGEST STOCK In the West.
CHICAGO.
■ Writing Mention Florists' Exchang.
GlllUlllt BOSTON r[RN,
(N. EXALTATA BOSTONIENSIS.)
$5 to S25 per I GO. Prices on
specimen plants on application.
KENTIAS,
LATANIAS,
from $6.00 per dozen to $3 00 each.
PRIMROSES,
2}.4 in. pots, $4.00 per 100; 3^3 in. $6.00
RUBBER PLANTS,
6 io. pots, $6.00 per doz.
WILLIAM A. BOCK, North Cambridge, Mass.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PALMS.
All Home Grown Stock.
5 to 6 leaves, per dor..
1,112 00:
. -oz.. »3 •■-
ve's. per doz.. $3.lio : pi
•- •! n.hlel
reclln
."hlBh.l
■doi..l6.50; per 100, $50.00. Pba;..i.v
K.entla Forslerli
9 leaves., per doi.. $12 00;
$"50° verim'':
'h?B efeeans" 5°
$95 00.
1. hlKh,
nilf ra, m In. poll, per 100. '■
t tndlTUa, < in. pnts, p»r 100, I
ISUIIIU, SiD.pots. IS to 20 In. lilKb
per 100. $10.00. Latania borbon
3 to 24 In. hleh. spread 2< to 30 In . 9
r doz.. 19.00, per 100. $70 00. Flcus e
J. B. HEI^S, H6So.MainSt.,Dayton,0
When Writing Mention Florists' Kxchangc
JOHN GONLEY & SON,
MANtTFACTURERB OF
TIN FOIL
2 and 4 Dominlck Street,
NEW YORK.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
DRAC/ENA SANDERIANA fiZTl
pots, »1.00 per doi. 23^ m. pots, tS.OO per ooi.
FICUS ELASTICA J?a%'=o''t'i«?4'«i'rz:
SMILAX |r(S"?e?ToS' ■""■"•• '« """^ ^'"'■
BOUVARDIAS f^^ lrim'''U,Tl%o.^7.
C. EISELE: I Ith & lefleis>n Sts.. Philadelphia, Pa
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange'
STUDER OFFERS
Half a mllltoD plants of erery deecrlptiOD, stove,
cool house, beddin£ and hardy outdoor vailetles in
flrst-cIaBS oondltloD. no Are heat uaed since Spring,
catalogue of all will be ready Jan. next. Write
.tisfactory 1
Jan. next,
il bargain!. Tee
eferences. Prices
)1000. Me.
ngle plants; 5 i
" r cent, by the luu, :;u pi
aeuts as growing in oa
freight. **' P an i 0
PALnS.-LaCania, from9aDd 10 li
to i ft. high and diameter, 9 to 10 leaTet. :
5 In. pots, 20 to 22 In. high, 6 leaves. tO
fortula elesnni* 4. fi and 6 in. pots, 3
help pay
LhaplHlldbelllformli
ior'eatia,3 o^and^i^ii
I in. high. 20 ct9.. 30 eta.
vely. Cocoa VVeddell
..uo eacd reBpectlvely.
5 ft. high. tZ.OOeach.
and 6 in. Dots. 2 to 1ft.
• 12 00. Kentia bel-
n. pots. 5 to 6 leaves, 30 to 22 in. high.
Pfaoealx rectinnta, 5 in. pot6.3ft.
Corypha aumrnlls, 4 in. pots. 20 in.
niun, ^ CIS. ChainferopB excelsa, i In. pots.
18 in. high. 25 cts. ZamTa IntreRrlfolla, 5 in.
pots, 50 cts. Pand'inuH utilis, very Que from 5 ;
in. pots, average 15 leaves. 18 in. high, 40 etc. i
Aspidistra, large and smaller plants, 2 to 3 ft. '
hlah. per leaf green, 10 cts.; variegated, 15 cts.
Dracffiina niassanKeana, 4 in. poti. 50 cts.
CrotODs. iH 'n. pots. 10 cts.; 2 in. pots. 4 cts. in var. ,
" ■ lepia D. Farcans. 5 In. i
pots, 30 cts Exaltata. 20
___. reiHula, 4 In. pnts, 10 cts.
Smaller F»rD
high. 50 c
FER.N9.-Nepbrolepia
p'erls
a, 6 in. pots. 20 eis. Azaleas, from
• tion, unntimed, 4 and 5 In. pots, 20
and MasDolla
its. 40 Cts. OtR. I
n. poti. with from !
lo 11 iruiLB uu. au uis. tu i.w each. Arboi'fflce, 4«!> .Mh Ave.)
When'Urritlng Mention Floris'ts' Exchange
SIEBRECHT & SON,
TBE GOTTflUE l}|ll|DE|IS,
WHOLESALE FLORISTS,
.QUEENS, N.Y.
SPECIALTIES
Carnations, Chrysanthemums,
Geraniums, Dahlias,
Cannas,
WhenWrltlng Mention Florists' Exchange
Boston Fern.
834
The Florists' Exchange.
ORCHIDS! ORCHIDS!
Mr. Jus. E. Browu, of Bellport, L. I., will
i.s collection ol'
I'ompri.sing all the leading varieties. Also a line selection of
PALMS, DECORATIVE PLANTS, BULBS, &c.
From well-known grower.?, which we will sell
AT AUCTION, FRIDAY, SEPT. 24,
At our Salesrooms, 54 and 56 Dey Street, New York.
WM. ELLIOTT & SONS, Auctioneers.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
KENTUCKY BLUE GRAS3 iPOA PRATENSIS).
CHAS. E. PRUNTY,
MAIN AND MARKET, SAINT LOUIS.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
WINTZER'S NEW PEDIGREE CANNAS.
PHILADELPHIA, the finest crlmBon. l»IAIDEI>i'S BLVSH, color of
Usv break Carnation. ALSACE, nearest pure nlilte. and many other
choice new k nds of our own introduction. Write for Special List. . . .
TH:E CON-^A-HID & J"0I>TES go.. -WE^^'X GrROA7"E], F.A.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
LILIUM HARRISII.
6x7 $3.50 per 100.
ROMAN HYACINTHS, IS.xl.i $2«.sii per loiio.
PAP.IR WHITE CRANOIFLORA NARCISSUS, JIOOO per 1000.
FRE^SIA REFRACTA ALBA, inammiMh. Sti.uO pe'r lOun.
•' •' " good bulbs, $t.UO per 1000.
SPECIAL PRICES ON LARCE LOTS.
F. W. O. SCHMITZ, Importer and Exporter, Jersey City, N.J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ROMANS!
EDWIN A. SEIDEWITZ,
D.&C. BULLETIN
MONEY-MAKING SPECIALTIES FOR
IMMEDIATE SALES. Per loo
Black Calls (Arum Sanctum) S7 00
tattle Gem Calls, pot-grown plants 3 00
Csllas, California grown, 2^ Inch in cir-
Paper White
NSTClSSUS, i
Agapsnthus Umbellatus, large roots...
Fancy Leaved Caladiams, 8 in. pots
Canna Flamingo
Cycas Revoluta, 4 in. pots
Aspidistra Variegata, 2 feet
Phojiilx Leonensls, 18 in. to 2 feet
Latauia Borbonica, 3 in; pots
Palm WasbingtoniaPilifera, 2J^ in. pots..
Musa Ensete, 2 feet
Z^mia [ntegrlfolla, large roots
Grevillea Robusta, 2}^ in. pots
Sword Fern, 3 in. pots
Sanievlera Zef lanica, 3 in. pots
Ked Branched Hydrangea, 3 in. pots
Swainsona Alba, 3 in. pots
Strobilanthes Dyerlanug, 2^ in. pots
Chinese Ltntern Plant (Physalis Fran-
cheli)
Oleander Roseum, 3 in. pots
Budbeckia. Golden glow
Abntllon Ssvltzll (New)
Abatllon Souv. de Bonn
Moouflower, white and blue
Pink, Her Majesty, field-grown
Ampelopsis Veitchii, 2!4 in. pots
Ampelnpsis Veitchii, 3 inch pots..
illii
Otaheite Orange, 3 in. pots 7 CO
Caryopteris Mascanthis, f rom field 5 00
Rosa Rugosa Rubra, 3 to Z}4 feet 2.5 00
We also have in stock over 700 varieties of
ROSES, field-grown and pot plants, inclu.ling
all the standard kinds ns well as the very
newest European and Ara'^ricm novelties, a
complete stock of Cannas, Carnations, Hardy
Shrubs, Vines and Small Fruits. If you
THE DINGEE&GON&ID GO. West Grove, Pa.
Roae Growers.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
e^ossiivEOi
GIANT FLOWERED, EARLY BLOOMING
n.m per 0
Flowered
^»...vrnin Mnnhnn ma. £1 m „»
Special^
follul) seeds!
■ »6 00 per 10
Mixed. 75 (
tew Calllopsis Ian.
California Snnbl
Special DrinB» nn nnp
Ipple G
tlOO
Sea(o\
per 100: »3.00 per 1000 __
Calla Lily Bulbs. Pr
1 Banana, 75 cts. per
• October let. <0 cts.
Send 1
■ Trade List of Novelties. Seeds,
Plunls, Bulbs and Caeil
MRS THEODOSIA B.SHEPHERD
Ventnra-by-the-Sea, Cal.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
J. I . SCHILLER, Rutherford, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Calla Bulbs
healthy. For these prices we give
EXTRA GOOD VALUE.
FIRST SIZE, 114 to m in in .liaraeter $'".00
SELECT, ahoNt iMj to lifci in. in diameter » 00
EXTRA SELECT, about 2 10 2^41,.. in diam.::i3.00
VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE
84 & 86 Randolph St., c hicago.
14 Barclay Street, New York.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
i_j I ^ I — I ^ >^^ CO est t— I ycv i=? -r- ^ FR
WRITE FOR TRADE CATALOGUES.
SAVE MONEY BY GETTING SPECIAL ESTIMATES ON YOUR WANTS
liN BULBS, PLANTS AND SEEDS, WHETHER LARGE OR SMALL.
CUE SPECIAL OFFEK THIS WEEK: ^'''^\ljrA^^,!^St^'''
Importers and Growers , gS0E3I fiX^Eii, W^ Je
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
LILIUM HARRISII
. . . AND . . .
LONQIFLORUM
BULBS.
(BERMUDA CROWN.)
ONLY A SMALL SURPLUS LEFT OK IDENTICALLY
THE SAME CHOICE STOCK "WE EXHIBITED AISD FOR
-WHICH WE RECEIVED THE ONLY CERTIFICATE OF
MERIT AT THE PROVIDENCE CONVENTION — THE
HIGHEST POSSIBLE AWARD.
Having to make room for large shipments of Dutch, French, California and
Japan Bulbs coming to hand, we will clean out at the following prices.
FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED. SINGLE BOXES AT 1000 RATE.
Mliuui Harrlsll, 6 to 7 inch bulbs, 4 and 600 in a box $2500 per 1000
7to9 " " 200inabox 55.00 per 1000
otoll " " lOOinabox 12.00 per 100
I.oiislfloruni, 5 to 7 inch bulbs, 400 in a box 25.00 per 1000
7to9 " " 200inabox I Only a few hundred left.
9 to 11 " " lOOinabox f Price on application.
Freesla Refracta Alba. True White. Selected large bulbs $6.00 per 1000
1st size S.OOperlOOO
2nd size 3 50 per 1000
WHITE ROMAN HYACINTHS sls^per^Sio. *''"" '" "*" " '° '' "'""-
Oxalis Bermuda Buttercup, selected bulbs $7.50rerlOCO
you need any other BULBOUS STOCK send us your list for estimate. We handle only
very t
:, pric
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AGENTS OF SEEDS, BULBS AND PLANTS,
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GRASS SEEDS
Wa an Seacqiartets at Secleaitrs.
RED TOP, BLUE GRASS,
ORCHARD GRASS, MEADOW
FESCUE and SUNFLOWER.
J. CHAS. McCULLOUCH, SEEDSMAN, CINCINNATI, O.
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BULBS.
Romans,
Harrisii,
L. Candidum,
Freesias,
P. W. Narcissus,
NOW READY.
GLAZING MATERIAL..
Mastica,
Mastica Machine,
Liquid Putty,
Scoilay Putty Bulb,
Van Reyper's
Glazing Points.
ELLIS & POLLWORTH, Milwaukee. Wis.
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13 FILL DELIVERy OF CILIFORHIJI GAOWII SEEDS!
SWEET PEA SEED, in best standard sorts, introductions of '96 and NO VELTIE.^ of
9i. (Crop is short and EARLY orders are solicited.) Following seeds of BEST
Growers, carefully selected and CLEAN
FAVORITE sorts. BIlKtionette, FINEST varieties.
:Nasturtlum, tall mixed.
Masturiluiu, Tom Thumb, mixed.
Petunias, fringed, single and double
n FAVORITE S)
Cannas, in KAVORITE sort
Carnation Marguerite.
Centaurea, in Standards
Oahlla, Tom Thumb a
Freesia Seed.
Hollyltock, in BEST
Perfection, separate colon
others.
Stocks, G
tlnest sorts.
'Vert>ena, Mammt
ig seeds: Ptaoenls
Pirfectlop, and all other
finest sorts.
I,ot>ella, in BEST
SPECIAL OFFER. Limited stock of f..
P. Cycarllfolia, P. Hybrid Kupicola tnd Sy
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Branch Office, San Francisco, Cal. (Established 1878.)
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Sept. 1 8, 1897.
The Plorisxs Excht5ngb.
835
SEED TRdDE POBT.
informatiOD from
I in this column, solicited. Addresf
;ed Trade, care of Flohists' Ex.
P. O. Box 1697, New Yorli.
AMERICAN SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION.
.Ip;ro.mk B. Rice, Cambridge, N. Y.,
I'resideut ; E. B. Clark, Miltord, Conn.,
iBt Vice-President; S. F. Willard,
WetlierHfield, Conn., Secretary and
Treasurer.
Philartelphla.— The Times of Satur-
day, September 11, contains a very inter-
esting illustrated article on "Burpee's
Model Seed Farm at Uoylestown."
McKubbin, on September 1.
The Harvest.— All over the country,
excepting the Pacific Coast, where seeds
are grown, we hear the same complaint
— short crop and poor sample. Cabbage
is not nearly as good as predicted;
the blight caused so much shrunken
seed requiring to be cleaned out that
the yield is light. Added to that all or
nearl.v all is of a dull color, and, owing
to the continuous wet, it has a rank
smell, which is not pleasing, although it
does no injury.
Most of the ruta baga and turnip seed
has the same general appearance. Kale
is fairly good as regards sample, but the
crop is remarkably light.
From the Eastern states we have this
report: (Inion crop very light— not moi'e
than half as much as expected, and rvery
thing else in the same ratio. ICg;;- plants
are doing finely everywhere; how tin-
seed will turn out it is a little too early
to determine. Tomatoes are doing
badl.v; not more than half a crop. Rain
has drowned out nearly everything.
On Long Island lettuce is an exception
to the rule— the little that was planted
has yielded a fine crop, and the sample is
remarkably good.
The question naturally arises what
will be the effect? We think it will cause
an advance in prices, particularly on
Long Island productions. For the 1898
crop, prices with the grower are already
tixed, but the question is, Can contracts
l)c pl.H-eil .inniii .It pri'sent figures? The
]iivs('iit liiuli pricrs iMi- potatoes, and the
IIljIiI s,t.i .-rop h.-is 111,-mIc the farmers feel
liki- ;;iviii;;- up seed i;i-( i wing. Unless at a
(■iiiisidc'iMlili' ailvainc in price. Thev
argue, too, tliiit the tariff should benefit
them, whichis notlikely.asthc Kuropcan
contract prices, with duty .■idded, make
their prices less than our farmers are wil-
Ung to grow fo!-.
That there is a short crop in Europe
of all the hrassicas, there is no doubt,
that is, a small yield per acre; but we
must not lose sight of tlie fact that the
shortage of the 1896 crop stimulated ex-
tensive plantings, so that no great fears
need be entertained about the filling of
contracts excepting perhaps in the case
of a few varieties.
We look for higher prices for spinach
next season, as there was not a seed of
the 189(3 crop in the growers' hands, and
this year's crop is very light. Some of
the largest growers are now refusing or-
ders for this year's crop, and the crop of
1898 cannot be shipped in time for next
Autumn's sales. This will create a de-
mand for home-grown spinach for next
year. We do not look for an advance in
the price of American-grown spinach, as
it is already much higher than that of the
imported seed ; but we look for an in-
creased demand to make up for the short-
age abroad.
We notice an improved feeling in the
trade generally, dealers are beginning to
see the back tiers of bags, which they
have not done for the past two years.
While there is nothing particularly short
at present, the indications are that there
may be, and to this is added a revival,
though slight, in trade which will have a
good effect. The farmers, now that the
price of wheat is where it should be, will
become buyers of all kinds of seeds
another season. The trade is already
preparing for this, and if those in the
mail trade do not have a good business
the coming year, all signs will fail. It the
government seed store shuts up business,
as it is reported it will, excepting in lines
that do not materially affect the retail
trade, there will be ai-tivity in every
branch.
European Notes.
Rain FaTort TranHplantliiir.
.\ severe remonstrance through the
pages of the FLomsTS' ExcHANoioappears
to have a magical effect uiiou the powers
that have taken our weather in h.iiid.tor
within 24 hours of the despatrli of last
good "ground rain" in tlic distriits
planting to such an extent that within
the next tliree days all the plants that
are worth setting out will be resting
where they are to remain.
Young turnips, rutabagas, and other
late-sown crops will be considerably
strengthened, while the land which is to
be their final destination lends itself
readily to the workings of the cultivator.
The Harieat.
With reference to the work of har-
vesting the balance of this season's crops,
parsley, parsnip, and carrot, which have
moie; this, comOined witli the wholesale
slaughter by frost in May, has caused the
few lucky growers to stand out for a
considerable advance in price.
Kaiie still comes forward very slowly.
Imt the samples are of extra fine (|uality.
The iiiirc keeps on creeping up, slowly it
is true, hat t hose buyers whoare holding
h.iek in the hope of a fall, are likely to
net left in tlieend.
Radish is maturing very nicely, and
provided we do not get an excessive
ainoant of rain, there will be from three-
lift hs to four-fifths of a good crop on the
land that has been planted.
Bird Seed!.
The excitement in the bird-seed
market caused by the Gra-co-Tui-kish war
has entirely sulisi.led .iiid tlie trade is
absolutely stagnant. i,i]iai\ will he
plentiful. Hemp will lie .1 ^hn.for the
French crop
CATALOGUES RECEIVED.
D. B. Long, Baflfalo.— List of Forcing Bulbs,
J. M. THORB
iTra
; Co., New York.— Whole-
Island, Pa.-
Theo. F Beckert,
Price List of Bougainv
Alfred BRIDGEMA^
C. Petrick, Ghent. BelKium.-Price List of
Palras, Azaleas, Rhododendrons, etc.
Jon.-J Lewis Childs, Floral Park, N. v.—
Catalogue of Bulbs, Plants, Seeds, etc.
Joseph Bancroft & son. Cedar Falls. Iowa.
—Price List of Plants for Fall and Winter
Blooming.
Thos. Meehan & Sons, Germantown, Phila-
delphia, — Wholesale Trade List of Choice
Nursery Stock,
Henry P. MtcHELL, Philadelphia, — Cata-
loEue and Wholesale Price List of Bulbs, etc,
tor Fall planting,
T. W. Wood & sons, Richmond, Va.-Fall
Trees,
Henrv a. Dreer
Quarterly Wholesale
hiladelphia,-
ist of Bulbs.
Seeds and Miscellaneous Florists'
1 Bulb CoMHANV, Short Hills, N, I.
, of Bulbs, Roots, Plants, Seeds
Requisites. Also Kail quotations
A Price List of Flower Seeds.
THE EXPERIMEN T STA TIONS.
The Maintenance of Fertility —Fiel
Experiments with Fertilizers, Bulletin 80, Ohii
Wo ster, O.
Corn, Cotton, Forage Crops, Tohacci
Etc —Bulletin 47, Louisiana Experiment Sti
tion, Baton Rouge, La.
AGE of Trees and Time of Blazing De
termined by Annual Rings. -Circular, i
Division of Forestry. Department of Agr
The Camphor Tree. — Circular No. 12,
Division of Botany, Department of Agricul-
ture ; giving points on cultivation, propa-
gation : and remarks on distillation and out-
CALIFORNIA PRIVET.
12 to 18 in., 11.50 per 100; 3 to 3 ft., 13.50 per 100; 3 to 4 ft., |3.50 per 100.
PI riiATIQ Paniculata, very heavy $10.00 per 100.) Home
uLlIYIAMO JackmanniandHenryii,3yrs..$20perl00. 1 grown.
pnoro General 'Assortment, on own roots $10.00 per 100.
rUoLuj Empress of China, strong 8.00
HONEYSUCKLES,--
Unil YnDCKS to color, strong aeW-grown plants 6.00 "
A fine stock of Shade and Ornamental Trees. Prices on application.
THE ELIZABETH NURSERY COMPANY, ■ Elizabeth, N. J.
WhenWrltlne Mention Florists'
W. «D'S.c^"o?^MUSHROjM SPAWN
\ ALL KINDS OF BULBSrig^]"!;^;;
, e
applicatinn
\ WEEBER & DOH, "Ifa o^/o^"""""
! 114 Chamber. fSl., NEW YORK
chants g
LCTTY^
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r=BULBS=l
t GHAS. H. ALLEN, Floral Park, N. Y. |
BB'smiiDPiim
GIANT MARKET and GIANT FANCY.
SEED in trade pkts., at $1 each.
Also plants of the aliove for sale.
DENYS ZIRNGIEBEL, Needham, Mass.
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VALLEYS!
J. L. SCHILLER, Rutherford, N. J.
lole Agent forF.C. I'onirencke, Hamburg.
Vhen Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VAUTIER'S
MAMMOTH PANSY.
H.G. FIUST » CC.VuliSS.lii.ir'p'V:
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
AZALEA INDICA
Will be ready for delivery October
I. Write us for prices on these ;
also Dutch Bulbs.
L. C. BOBBINK, Rutherford, N. J.
The Horticultural Company. Boskool. Holland.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
» E. G. HILL & CO., I
[Wholesale Florists,]
» RICHMOND. INDIANA. «
THE FLORISTS' FERTILIZER.
■ocess from pure night-BolI
tter). not adulterated with
.tured and comblDeft all the
its. Quick In action. Ground
STANDARD FERTILIZER CO.,
ALL BULBS AND PLANTS
For Summer and Fall Delivery, QuoteA
at Very Low Rates.
FREE ON BOARD CARS OR BOATS
NHW TORK CITY.
HDLSEBOSCH BROS,, Englewood. N. J.
LILIUM
LONGIFLORUM
size, 5-7 In., S8.75 per box of 500.
' 6-8 " 11.25 " " 450.
.' 7-9 " [10.50 " " 300.
:. Orders only taken for whole boxes.
CASH WITH ORDER.
A. SGHULTHEIS, College Point, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PANSIES
THE JENNINGS' STRAIN
of finest American ^rown Panej' seed; new
crop now ready, saved from the very finest
selected plants, all larRe liowerin?, in great
variety and most splendid colors; without
doubt the finest strain in the market to-day.
The followinir complimentary letter Is one of
many received every year:
Buffalo. N. T.. June 8th. '37.
MR. E. B. JKNNINOB, Dear Sir. The Pansy Seed
supplied by y"u last Auaust produced theflneat lot
nf pa ales 1 have erer seen They were unirormly
flrst-clasB. Send me one ot. of your best mixed as
soon as yen are ready. KespectfuIIy yourf.
Try a packet of Jennings' finest mixed strain
and you will not be disappointed. Finest ml.xed,
per pkt. of 3500 seed, f 1.00; $6.00 per oz.; $3.00
per % nz.; 3 oz. $15.00. White, yellow, black
and blue, in sepnrate colors. $1.00 per pkt.; 50c.
per H pkt , postpaid by mall. Price to Seeds-
men on application. Cash with order.
PANSY PLANTS ready Sept. 16.
E.B.JEIIIIIIIGr»S^.r."SoHtliport,Oonn.
When Writing Mention Floiista' Exchange
836
The F=l-orists' Exghhnge.
COBBESFOHDEHCL
Ivsertion will be given in this column
to all communications pee from animus,
but the opinions expressed do not neces-
sarily reflect our own.
Awards at S. A. F. Conventions.
Editor Florists' Exchange.
I have read " An Exhibitor's" remarlis
in a recent issue regarding the trade ex-
hibit awards of the S. A. F. with a great
deal of interest, and I am heartily in
accord with him. I don't wish to reflect
any discredit npon the men who were ap-
pointed to act as judges; their high
standard of intelligence is known to us
all, neither do I wish to speak of the in-
dividual inconsistencies of the awards
made at our last convention. Urgent
steps are needed to eliminate this ex-
tremely apparent faulty system of judg-
ing and awarding by the Society, and
some strict lines followed, so as to place
such awards on a basis that will give the
receiver of same prestige in his specialty
whatever it might be. Then it will be an
honor to receive even the lowest award
of the Society.
I agree with " An Exhibitor" on the
question of judging novelties. These
should certainly come before a body of
men— the executive committee or a com-
mittee of judges appointed for that pur-
pose— and m case the novelty is entirely
new and unknown to the committee, the
exhibitor of same should be allowed the
privilege of outhning its merits before the
committee in their executive chamber
before the exhibit is passed upon. In this
manner our future standard varieties
will receive proper recognition at the
right time.
In ray opinion, the question of appoint-
ing judges is a serious one, and they
should be chosen with care; taking into
consideration the positions the men hold.
If they are private gardeners or iiorists,
place them on juries where they would be
of the most value with their particular
form of knowledge.
Names and advertisements should not
be allowed upon trade exhibits until
after the judges have passed upon them.
Quantity as well as quaUty should cer-
tainly be taken into consideration with
all trade displays, as great expense is in-
curred in transportation, packing, and
work incidental to arranging the stock.
A system should be established show-
ing what form of exhibit is entitled to a
medal, certificate of merit, honorable
mention or whatever the award might
be. This will enable the exhibitor of a
carload of stock to receive recognition
over the party who carries his exhibit
under his arm without any apparent
effort on his part; in other words, I think
the exhibitor should be remunerated ac-
cording to the expense of his exhibit and
the quality of his stock.
If the above lines are followed fewer of
the Society's meritorious awards will be
destroyed and thrown underneath the
tables. Another Exhibitor.
American Dahlia Society.
Editar Florists' Exchange.
As there seems to be such a great mis-
conception among certain florists regard-
ing the American Dahlia Society, I
thought it might be well to say some-
thing regarding the same in the Flor-
ists' Exchange.
In the first place, the Society is not a
trade organization in any form ; many
more amateurs than professional dahlia
growers are now enrolled as members.
Secondly, the Society was organized by
those who loved the " grand old garden
flower" and believed it had a great
future. Theirs were labors of love, and I
defy any one to point to a more generous
group of men than the members of the
American Dahlia Society, which includes
such leading amateur growers as Dr. F.
M. Hexamer, Rev. C. W. Bolton, Profes-
sor L. H. Bailey, and Mr. VI. C. Egan, as
well as the leading seedsmen and profes-
sional growers.
Now, the objects of the Society, as has
been stated before in the columns of this
paper, are to encourage the production
of new and improved varieties, straighten
out the nomenclature, eliminate the infe-
rior varieties, encourage the holding of
dahlia exhibitions, and in every way en-
courage and advance the general culture
of dahlias in every garden.
How well the Society is advancing can
be seen by the fact that it is i
ng condition financially, and at its
ing exhibition, under the auspices of the
Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, at
their new hall. Broad street, below Lo-
cust, September 21 and 22, the Society
will exhibit neariy 1,000 varieties of
by the Society and grown for the benefit
of all interested in dahlias, and the ex-
hibit will be of greatest interest and value
to all as it will show all the varieties
gro'wn on the same soil under the same
treatment, and under natural conditions
in the open fields.
Another matter I wish to mention is,
that the dahlia stands on its own merits
and does not interfere with any other
flower, nor do otherflowers interfere with
it. It blooms freely in the greatest va-
riety of colors and forms, from the pass-
of the
ing of the rose until the
hrysanthemum, and many florists not
only beautify their places during this
period when they have few other flowers,
but add considerably to their incomes by
selUng bouquets of dahhas at a reason-
able price to those unable to purchase
more expensive flowers.
If some who decry the dahlia and the
DahUa Society will visit the exhibition
next Tuesday and Wednesday, especially
next Wednesday evening, when the
blooms will be distributed among the
ladies present, they will see something of
the popularity of this flower and may be
constrained to modify their views some-
what. Eawrence K. Peacock.
Winter-Blooming Nymphceas.
Editor Floritl»' Exchange:
I regret having been unable to furnish a
reply at an earlier date to Mr. Oliver's
note on page 548, but better late than
never. I am still of the same opinion
again for experiment, or otherwise,
peat "make haste slowly," as the prob-
abilities are they will not pay all right.
Still, I trust some of our progressive flor-
ists will do some experimenting, and give
the fraternity the benefit of their experi-
ence. The ground has been pretty well
covered and the list of nymphseas is short
compared with those of roses, carnations,
or chrysanthemums. I will not pretend
to recommend one oranother, but intelli-
gent growers will quickly ascertain
which are most suitable to their require-
ments.
Regarding the properties of water lilies
and their adaptability as cut flowers, a
little experience will soon enable a florist
to keep these flowers in a fresh condition
and the objection to them closing will
soon vanish. The flowers subjected to a
dry and warm atmosphere will soon
wilt. As soon as such signs are apparent,
the flowers should be immersed in clean
water, an occasional sprinkling or spray-
ing is also beneficial where it can be per-
formed without injury to surroundings.
The objection to these flowers closing
each day or each night is not so appar-
ent to lovers of nature, and a water Illy
would lose its original and natural charm
If it were artificially made something
else. The idea of using some ansesthetic
or subtle fluid to keep the water lily flow-
ers open, when once open, however suc-
cessful such an operation might be. would
rob a natural flower of one of its true
characteristics and it would be nothing
more than an artiflcal flower.
The article on this subject referred to
by Mr. Oliver (seepage 548), I am unable
to turn to. Few gardeners or florists
ever see The Gardeners' Chronicle in the
United States, but I have been posted
through other channels respecting this
same fluid particularly by a circular from
the Messrs. Haester Bros, themselves,
who are very anxious to sell this material
(or the right to use it in the United States,
as a patent has been applied for it here,)
to any uji-to-date florist who will pay
hard cash for it. The advantages claimed
for this process are manifold : It is easily
and rapidly applied, the effect instantan-
eous, and the flowers remain "in status
quo" for a week and even a fortnight in
Winter, retaining their freshness, color,
and fragrance. It is surprising to think
that florists in America are so dull and
slow not to take hold of such a valuable
introduction(?) and secure for himself or
themselves a corner in the cut fiower
business, especially in water lilies.
Mr. Oliver also states that the Messrs.
Haester Bros, have given in The Garden-
ers' Chronicle a list of the most profitable
varieties which they have tested under
glass for cut flowers. This article also
escaped my notice, but from another
source I have the same information, the
following varieties being mentioned.
Nymphsea Amazonicum, (this is synony-
mous with N. dentata) ; N. Ortgiesiana
rubra (synonymous with Devoniensis),
N. Rheinnie, a large light rose color, hy-
brid; N. cyanea (synonymous with
cnerulea), N. zanzibarensis, light and
dark blue, and rose, well-known varieties
in the United States. N. ehromatella is
also used and useful as a yellow flower.
This is by no means an extensive list of
varieties, all of which have been tested
here for Winter blooiniug and found
wanting.
By the way, Mr. Oliver makes another
quotation from The Gardeners' Chronicle
in the way of a surprise. The same
Haester Bros, have a " large nursei-y for
the wholesale cultivation of tropical wa-
ter lilies under glass," and that " their
cultivation is proceeding in grand style."
Probably Mr. Oliver read the Messrs.
Haester Bros.' figuring which led him to
state that nymphieas would possibly
pay all right it their culture was under-
stood. This is worthy of special atten-
tion, as it is very interesting and may be
very profitable to some florists, who con-
template growing nymphieas for Winter
blooming. In 1895 this establishment
consisted of two houses about 26x104
feet, span roof, and pretty^flat, being but
6 feet 6 inches high in the center ; iron
was used for bars and rafters, and glass
3 feet 3 inches square was used for glazing ;
two tanks occupy each house, one on
each side with path in middle; each house
was furnished with flve arc electric lamps
which are used in dull weather to make
up for deficient sunlight. The following
are Messrs. Haester Bros.' figures.
" From a plantation of 4,000 plants
which would cover a surfaceof about400
square metres, the daily crop in Winter
mav be estimated at 500 blooms at least,
which sold at 6d a piece, would after
deducting working expenses, yield a net
profit of a little more than £11 per day."
Now let us analyze these figures care-
fully: 400 square metres are equal to
4.200 square feet; this would be equal to
about three rose houses 20x100 feet,
allowing ample space for walks and
tanks in place of benches or beds. In
these are planted 4,000 plants, from
which they cutC?) in Winter "atleast 500
blossoms per day." It stands to reason
that we in sunny America should pro-
duce even better results. These 500
blooms, if sold at 10 cents each, would
net $50 per day, or J1500 per month, for
four months say $6,000. The gross ex-
penses of running a place like this would
not exceed $60 a week, or say $1,000 for
the four months, showing a net profit of
$5,000. How does this compare with
rose growing the present or the past
season ?
The Messrs. Haester Bros, were un-
doubtedly the pioneers in growing of cut
fiowers of water lilies in Europe, and
much credit is due to them ; they have
given the matter considerable attention
and studied and worked out the best
possible conditions tending toward suc-
cess. Their houses are built so as to give
the greatest amount of direct light, and
all the assistance that an electric plant
can supply to make up for lack of sun-
shine. The above conditions being patent
to us, it naturally excited our curiosity
to know something more of this indus-
try, and see for ourselves what was the
trouble, for we in America were certainly
sentative, William G. A. Strohlein, was in
Europe and a special effort was made to
see this establishment, which he did in
January last. The following is a copy
of his notes made at the time on the
occasion of this visit to Messrs. Haester
Bros., Speyer: " An infant industry. No
water lilies in bloom, plants look weak,
compared to ours; have a number of new
seedlings, but from what I can learn, not
as good as our own. Have only two
houses and some frames planted with
water lilies. Electricit.v has only been
experimental and says influence has been
detrimental ; some plants entirely burnt
up similar to the effect of a strong sun
heat. Grow Nymphtea dentata, N. rubra,
N. devoniensis, and N. zanzibarensis varie-
ties principally for cut flowers in early
Spring and Summer and get 50 pfennigs
to one mark for a flower. Depend on
fish culture in connection with lily grow-
ing, having principally Paradise fish."
This is another interesting account of this
■' large nursery for the wholesale cultiva-
tion of tropical nymphieas under glass
solely for the fiowers!" and by an eye
witness, no guessing or generalizing,
but plain facts.
That the cultivation of nymphieas has
not progressed in very grand style is
vouched for by the fact thatno additions
have been made since 1895. Electricity
has not proved beneficialin this case, and
this model place held up by Mr. Oliver,
where it was claimed by Messrs. Haester
Bros, that 500 flowers could be cut in a
single day in Winter, not a solitary flower
was to be seen last January ; in fact, no
attempt was made to produce any ; there
was only a fish pond. They have to de-
pend on these houses for their flowers in
Spriug and Summer, when we can grow
the same in the open air. The varieties
grown by the Messrs. Haester Bros, are
the same as grown here, but we have a
much larger collection.
If the objection of the flowers closing
has been overcome by Messrs. Haester
Bros, by a patent process, it has never
become popular, and they have closed the
door to American florists making use of
this or any other similar means, having
applied for a patent in the United States
which is still pending.
Mr. Oliver may accuse me of going to
extremes again, or that this is too thin,
but I have the satisfaction of knowing
that I am stating facts, especially in re-
gard to niiitters referred to by himself.
Wm. Thicker.
C annas in 1897.
The season, at first, was not favorable
for the development of the cannas, a
number of rain and wind-storms inter-
fering with their blooming; but for the
last fortnight the weather has been all
that could be desired, and all have done
well.
.We have also been favored with having
access to James Farquhar's collec-
tion, one of the largest in the country,
probably, and many of our notes were
taken on his grounds. His collection is
especally rich in the new Italian varieties.
The following sorts are second crosses of
the Italia and Flaccida types:
AUemannia, the largest flower of all,
rather lighter in color than Italia.
Wendlandi, this variety is an im-
proved Italia, with deeper markings ; it
is, in our opinion, the best of the group.
; America, red and orange spotted.
Suedia, scarlet, smaller blooms.
Edw. Andre, salmon-red.
Aphrodite, yellow, large flower.
Acis, deep red, with dark foliage.
These are the most prominent varieties
of the Italian class.
Of the Crozy type, the best varieties of
this season that have come under my ob-
servation and cultivation, are :
Secretary Chabanne, crimson-scarlet.
Louis Voras, salmon.
Mile. Berat, light carmine.
Mme Sallier, yellow, variegated red.
Avant Garde, an improved Florence
Vaughan.
Depute Bavarin, dark red, very free
bloomer. ,. , ,
Captain Drujeon, yellow, hghtly
spotted.
Bismarck, a very rich scarlet, good.
Antoine Wintzer, dwarf scarlet, free
bloomer.
Improved Charlotte, certainly an im-
provement on that well-known variety,
freer.
distinct color; also dwarfer and
_ Pierson's Premier, we fail to see any
difference between this and the above
variety. . , ,
President Cleveland, a further trial of
this variety confirms our opinion of last
year, that it is simply the most valuable
variety up to date, whether foreign or
native, for general purposes. The magni-
ficent color, the robust habit, immense
trusses of flowers, so freely produced,
render it a variety hors ligne, as the
French say.
Our main lot of cannas is grown in a
block all in rows, and it is very much
easier to see, at a glance, what the most
effective sorts are, rather than by grow-
ing planted singly.
We have quite a number of other vane-
ties, some of which we do not propose to
report upon at all. As we have said be-
fore, too many varieties are sent out
which may be easily dispensed with, and
collections of 100 or 200 varieties may
easily be sifted down to a dozen good
ones. Some very promising seedlings,
however, with entirely new shades, have
been sent us by Mr. A. Wintzer, West
Grove, Pa: I regard them as the best ac-
quisitions of this year.
The Italiai. varieties, also, while hav-
ing large and handsome flowers, are too
delicate for out-of-doors culture, and
opening but a few flowers at one time,
are not equal to the Crozy type for gar-
den decoration. At the present time a
good collection can be made of the follow-
ing dozen varieties, for a long time to
come: President Cleveland, Mme. Crozy,
Louis Colomb, L. Vaughan, Sunbeam,
Florence Vaughan, Souvenir d'Antoine
Crozy, Queen Charlotte, Bismarck, Charles
Henderson, Paul Marquant, and Chicago.
Denys Zirngiebel.,_
Sept. i8, 1897.
Xhb Pl-orists* Exchange.
837
300,000 Smalland Large FERNS
. K. Clover and Klc
B. REDFIELD,
When Writing Men
ide, Pa.
Exchange
I JULIUS ROEHRS, I
r Headquarters for #
[Palms and Decorative Plants,]
* RUTHERFORD, N. J. 4
X P- 0. Address, • Carlton Hill. N. J.)
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FOR SALE CHEAP!
2 Scarlet Hibiscus 4 ft.
3 l>lckBonia Antarctica 5 ft.
1 Latanla Borbonlea 6 ft.
3 Uracsena Australia 10 ft.
2 MusaCavendishi 4 ft.
200 Cyclanjen 3 inch potfl.
300 Lycopodium 3 inch pote.
H. W. HALES, RldRewood, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
100,000 FERNS
20 best varieties. Write for list
1,000 FICUSELASTICA
4 inch pots, fine stock.
10,000 SMI LAX
StroDg plants, twice cut back.
CHAS. F. BAKER, Utiea, N. Y.
When Writing Mention FlorlBta' Exchange
B'VERV FLORISX OVOHT TO
INSURE HIS GLASS AOAINST
HAII,.
For pftrtlonlsn address
lOHN ». E8I.ER, Beo-7, Saddle RlTcr, M.J,
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Cypefus HlleiDifoliDS,
3H in. pots, 40 cte. per tl
CALIFORNIA VIOLETS, fleld-grown, $4.0C
per 100.
CARNATIONS, Maple(iale(new), $8.00 per 100.
Medium sized plants of the following stand.
ard varieties. $4.00 per 100. Portia, Wm,
Scott, Delia Fux, The Stuart and Tidal Wave.
NATHAN SMITHS SON, Adrian, Mich.
When Writ
Mention Flor
GlIIUIIIE BOSTiN FERN.
(N. EXALTATA BOSTONIENSIS.)
$5 to S25 per lOO. Prices on
specimen plants on application.
KENTIAS,
from $6.oo per dozen to $10.00 each.
LATANIAS,
from $6.00 per dozen to $3 00 each.
PRIMROSES,
2', In. pots, $4.00 per loo; 3'; in. $6.00
per 100.
RUBBER PLANTS,
6 io. pots, $6.00 per doz.
WILLItM k. mi, North Cambridse, Mass.
When 'Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
DECORATIVE PLANTS
It Steitlr Badioil Fitcea.
stock large and in flue coa
rnew Wholesale list.
Send In list of |our wants.'
J. M EI^SER,
Special r
FEBH PIEBIS TBEiLli
KiO'W^ READY.
R. WITTERST^TTER, Sedamsville, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
GOOD STOCK
Drac^na Oracc
niaranla Bicolo
NephroleplnExi
l>aD.looii)>Vtill!
Rubber Plains
.high. (150 25 0
Orders amountlnn to 15 and over P O. B., N.T.CUy.
SEAWANHAKA GREENHOUSES,
OYSTER BAY, QUEENS CO., N. Y.
jA».C.CLiEK.Supt. P.O. Box M. Wm. L. SWAN. Prop.
When 'Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
NEPHROLEPIS CHEAP
JOHN C. URE,
EVAItlSTON AVE., STATION X, CHICAGO, ILLINOIS.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
AZALEAS!
14 to 15 '• " 30.00 "
PALMS, Etc.
For Palms, Aspidistras
please refer to our advertisement in Florists'
Exchange of May 16th and June 12th.
BEGONIAS.
(Erect Flowering) Single Tuberous Rooted.
About 1 Inch dlam., separate colors, $8.00 per
1000 ; $70.00 per 10,000.
About 1 to IH inch diam., separate colors,
$16.00 per 1000 ; $150.00 per 10 000.
Doable Flowering^.
About 1 in. diam., separate colors, $22 per 1000.
Aboutli'^in, and above, sep. colors,$40perlO(IO.
GLOXINIAS t'^.'o'^ir.n,.,
About ?i to lli'Ch diam., mixed, $10.00 per 1000;
$90.00 per 10,000.
About 1 inch and above dlam., mixed, $18.00 per
1000; $160.00 per lO.OOO.
Forcing and other Nursery stocks
OASH with packing free, except on approved
Credit.
ROYAL NURSERIES,
LOUIS VAN HOUTTE PERE,
Ghent, Belgium,
•When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
RECEHER'S SALE!
THE ENTIRE STOCK OF PLANTS OF
PITCHER & HANDA, at Short Hills, N. J.
WILL BE OFFERED FOR SALE, WITHOUT RESERVE, ON
OCTOBER 4th, 5th, 6th and 7th NEXT.
The Stock consists of over lOO.OOO PALMS '" splendid condition, in such standard varieties as
Areca Baueri, Areca lutescens, Cocos ^Weddeliana, Kentia Belmoreana, Kentia Fors-
teriana, Latania borbonica, Phoenix reclinata, Livii^tona rotundifolia^ etc.^ etc.
Also the finest stock of Adiantum Karleyense ever seen in this country, and a general assort-
ment of other FERNS, as well as a very fine lot of Ornamental Foliage Plants containing many
choice things not to be found elsewhere, together with all the Greenhouses, Packing Sheds, etc., and all
the Real Hstate, which will be sold in four distinct parcels as follows :
No. 1.— Containing about IQi^ acres, on which are located all the greenhouses,
about 80,000 I'eot of glass, all in excellent condition ; a good dwelling house, con-
taining eight rooms; stable, store rooms, packing sheds, several hundred sash and
frames, etc., etc. This is a specially favorable opportunity to purchase a well
established Florist and Nursery business at a greatly reduced price, within three
minutes' walk of the railroad station, and eighteen miles from Now York City.
No. 2. — Contains about 3 acres, with a good dwelling house on it, within
500 feet of the railroad station.
No. 3. — Contains about GJ^ acres, now used as an Herbaceous Nursery, and is
well stocked with the largest and best collection of these plants In the country.
Close to railroad station.
No. 4. — Contains about fi'2 atTes, well adapted for an excellent Nursery, Farm,
or to cut up for building lots. This is situated on the main road between Short
Hills and Summit, and one mile from each station.
For Catalogue containing full particulars write to
JOHN N. MAY, Receiver, SHORT HILLS, N. J., or
CLEARY & CO., JLiictioneers, 60 Vesev St.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Ne-wT Yorls^.
838
Cupid Sweet Pea.
A representative of the Flobist"s Ex-
change made a trip into Jefferson County,
N. y., tor tlie express purpose of putting
to an end all douht as to whetlier stnte-
ments and expressions not distinctly fa-
vorable to the Cupid sweet peas "were
true.
That these dwarf sweet peas nourished
in full splendor in the climate of Califor-
nia has not once been disputed, but at
the same time the claim has been urged
that this novelty -would not develop in
the East, as it did in the West, its home.
The Florists' Exchange has been de-
sirous of obtaining positive evidence in
this direction, and in presenting this pres-
ent note and accompanying illustration,
congratulates Messrs W \ Purpee tSt
Co upon what must be regiided as a
vindication of the statements made by
them in intioducing this d\A art i ice
The bona fides of gentlemen i\ lir h ive
spoken of 1 Tn geiinin itin„ I n i 1 uluie
of the plants to H nti etc is ik t con
tested— such doul tless « i then i\pui
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ciallywhen the sun shone on it and en-
hanced the brilHancy of the Blanche Ferry
I flowers, for such indeed they are, that
I popular variety being the source whence
the dwarf has sprung. The continuity of
bloom as seen on the bed in question is a
I point for consideration ; it did not run
itself out with one burst of flower. The
I seed was sown SVa inches deep in hills 2
I feet 6 inches apart, and the whole then
I treated as a hoed crop. The soil had re-
ceived a surface dressing of Ume, but this
apphcation can hardly have had much in-
I fluence on the plants. We counted 121
stalks in blossom on one plant and an
average of three flowers to the stem.
I The height of the plant was six to eight
inches, and the spread generally two feet,
while occasionally one would run to .30
inches and even more while the individ-
ual blooms measuied aciossthestandaid
1 1% inches
' The Pansy as a Bedding Plant
Tn Older to get ti i ^ ni 1 1 ilthy
pansy plants suit 1 1 It > i I 1 hiu I have
found that one must iliii t i i In me
long and thin ; it is with pansies as with
chrysanthemums, when they are not
transplanted when ready, they lose in
vitality.
Never sow the seed too thick, no mat-
ter whether in drills or broadcast, good
stout plants which have had enough
room to develop have more roots and
are easier and quicker handled.
1 have found it most practicable to sow
in drills four inches apart; one can more
readily weed the frame when necessary.
TrantplintlnK.
month or December. Have the
filled n ith rich fibrous soil to a depth of
8 to 12 inches most any ^ood soil w ill
do but in a light soil the plants ^\ill
make the thickest bunch of roots and
consequently hivts better when shipped
but the plants can if necessar^ quite
well remain m the seed bed until the sun
gets stion„ in Febiuan 1 rom 3 feet 4
of Sweet Pea Pink Cupid, in Jefferson Co., N. V.
ence. The evidence they supply does not
prove the arguments however, but if
taken with facts, such as are here ad-
duced, goes to show they did not fully pro-
videfor the cultural demands of the plant.
Moreover, to the Florist's Exchange
as representing the American seed and
florist trade, certain remarks of foreign
writers as to " pompous recommenda-
tions" being "strictly American," seem
to demand an answer, and we add to our
own expressions from observation of the
grand bed of pink Cupid the evidence of
the photographic camera.
The picture herewith reproduced repre-
sentsabed .50x40 feet ina spot a dozen or
so miles inland from the shores of Lake
Ontario where the soil is shallow and of a
hard cold clay loam nature. The plants
on this place are being grown for seed,
and at the time of our visit (September
3) not only was the area a sheet of color,
but there were evidences of what had
been in the great profusion of seed-pods
which were being carried, and further-
more the end was not yet, for the buds
still to show their blooms promised to
make the sea of rosy pink just as fine till
frost should come.
As to the effect of pink Cupid used as a
l>edder, we confess the sight astonished
us; it was gorgeous in the extreme, espe-
dium-sized stocky plants ; small ones do
do not give satisfaction when shipped a
distance. We grow here from 20,000 to
30,000 plants for ornamentation of our
station grounds between Philadelphia
and Pittsburgh and on some branches as
well. We have consequently various cli-
matic conditions and a goodly variety of
soil to contend with.
SftTring.
The idea is to have something pret-
ty early in the season. While the pansy
is quite hardy nothing is gained by plant-
ing your beds before the wintry frosts
are gone ; if the ground is likely to freeze
to a crust during night, the pansies had
better be in the frames until such danger
is over. We have found it safe to plant
in mild localities b.y April 1, but in our
mountain regions not before April 15.
By planting time one should have good
strong plants just filled with their first
flowers or buds, and to get this result,
the seed is sown between August 15 and
September 15 in a couple of batches ; this
gives one a succession, which Is a conven-
ience when ready to transplant them ;
the seedlings can then be handled in rota-
tion before they overgrow and get too
Winter Corering.
I have never found covering a ne-
cessity to keep the cold out, no matter
how cold the weather may get; simply
avoid excessive moisture, such as will
gather where a light is broken. The best
covering is glass ; if you use that your
plants are always sure to be early
enough, as they will grow even in Winter,
when the weather is mild. We use here,
in conjunction with sash, lids made of
Vo-inch worked lumber of the same size as
the sash ; these lids can be used as a sub-
stitute for glass over such stuff as pan-
sies or geraniums, and as a cover over
the glass to keep the cold out of the
frames orwhen pestered with dogs travel-
ing over the snowbound frames at night.
Tentilation.
During cold weather no attention
need be paid to ventilation ; It will take
a great deal of sunshine to hurt pansies
growing in a low frame; later on, how-
ever, when the sun gets strong,more care
■■" needed, and you will want to ventilate
by the ventilation ; if the Winter is '
and open, you had better ventilate well
to hold them back and keep them robust.
If pansies are sown much earlierthan the
15th of August, they will, I believe, prove
too early unless no glass at all is used
and boards or such employed In place
thereof.
planting out-of-doors and you have
grown them in light soil, they can most
readily be lifted by forcing a fork under
a lot of them, and lifting the whole col-
ony together, and then divide. Always
water the plants a few hours before lift-
ing them. When we lift pansies for ship-
wrapping ; we find they carry best in
this manner, and are readily lifted out of
the boxes on arrival at the destination.
We frequently pack two layers in one
box, when we do, a lid or bottom is
made to fit in the box right above the
top of the lower layer, where it rests on
four strips nailed to the sides of the box;
this compartment is then filled as the
lower one was, and if care is taken that
no foliage or flowers extend over top of
box, both layers will come outintact and
fresh. The boxes are made of a uniform
size, andean be packed one on top of the
other in the cars without the least injury
to contents.
Plantlnc.
The plants are then planted in such
beds as are found suitable for display at
various points along our Unesof railroad
in well-prepared soil. The distance be-
tween plants for immediate display is
between 6 and 8 inches; a greater dis-
tance is advisable only where the soil is
very rich, and they can have good atten-
tion.
The care after planting is of the great-
est importance to insure a beautiful and
tidy bed all Summer from April to Octo-
ber. If you plant your pansies in stiff
soil, water well and keep seed pods oft ;
you can keep your bed pretty all season,
but in light or sandy soil a pansy bed
will not look presentable after the begin-
ning of July if planted early, no matter
how much care is taken, 1 find that it
does not pay to try to keep pansies alive
even that long in a sandy soil and conse-
quently we remove them sooner and
plant something else in place.
Varietl'ii
For a show at a distance and for
hardiness aud lasting qualities, I can
particularly recommend Goldelse, Lord
Beaconsfleld, Bronze, and Emperor Wil-
liam ; these four varieties have proven
most excellent under all conditions, and
make a good show in a bed on account
of the strong colors. For choice coloring
aud tor effect, at short range, would re-
commend the Bugnot, Tilmardeau,
Marbled, Mahogany, Faust, and most
any other good variety or strain such as
recommended by our seedsmen. For a
good distance effect the bed must be 10
to 12 feet, not less, and plant one strong
color in center and a border not leas than
12 to 16 inches wide of a supplemeUtary
or contrasting color around the bed ; the
yellows, blues, or purples make the best
borders for mixed beds.
If your plants are a trifle backward in
March, apply a Uttle blood and bone
and rake it in and they will hurry up ;
never try to force them on bottom heat ;
it will not be a success.
A. E. WOHLERT.
Changes in Business.
Mt. Sterling, Ohio.— G. H. Johnson
has completed a greenhouse, 80x20 feet ;
he recently started in business here.
Cleveland O.— The F. E. WilHams Co.
has succeeded the Williams-Wilson Co.,
and will carry on the business as here-
tofore, Mr. Wilson having retired and
sold out his interest in the firm.
opened an office at 1123 Tremont build-
ing here, to which address all correspon-
dence should be sent. The liabilities of
the Highlands Nursery have been satis-
fled, and the entire property including
the stock of hardy native American
plants has been redeeded to Mr. Kelsey
by his late assignee.
Must be Fresh, Not Dried Up.
Buy the Best Always.
75 Cents
per 100 lbs.
BALES WEIGH
450 lbs. each.
A. STQOTHOFF, 315 Madison Ave., N. Y. City
The Plorists* Exchange.
d39
New York Florists' Club.
The attendance at the Chib meeting on
Moni.i>t,
Mr. Hunnewell, dnifed Ins li.ii .'verv i.nie
he visited this iilacc .\li-. Waterer had
said that no better critics or judges of
rhododendrons can be fdiiinl anywhere in
the world than .Mr. llnniiewell and his
gardener, Mr. Harris. The president
ended his entertaining address with a
racy account of the dangers of London
streets by gas light.
Alfred Dimmock, of F. Sander & Co.,
told of the tendency of the younger race
of English growers towards specialties,
and hailed with delight the evident desire
of the Americans to return to the old-
fashioned plants, mentioning the success
tittaineil liei-e with Bougainvillea glabra
Saiideriana, He referred to the new cy-
clamen pictured in last week's issuelof the
extreme south and southwest, but under
glass the canna could be raised with
excellent results. Mr. Dimmock corrobo-
rated these remarks, and spoke of the
success of American varieties of cannas
raised under a glass in England.
A vote of thanks was tendered to the
Florists and Gardeners' Club of Provi-
dence and to the Newport Club for their
hospitality to the delegates at the con-
vention.
The secretary was instructed to call a
meeting of the exhibition committee to
take some action regarding the disposal
of the Club's gold medal, now in the
hands of the treasurer.
National Florists Board of Trade
the previous issue, making a total of
nearly 1,000 names rated. The key code
also has been improved and enlarged.
The secretary states that the meinliersliip
s continually increasing, among the ne w
members lieing several European Hrnis.
Plants and Flowers.
Coi.Ei's Klondike.— Carl Hagenbnrger
Mentor, O., sends us a few leaves of hih
new coleUB Klondike, which was shown
and so favorably commented upon at tin
Providence convention. The leaves had
lost some of their glosslnews before the.v
arrived, but still tiore trace's of tlieirpris
tine beauty ; no two of them being alike
OBITUARY.
F. E. McAllister.
This week it is our sorrowful duty to
announce the death of F. E. McAUister,
seedsman. New York City, wliich occurred
on Tuesday last, September 14. A
sufferer fi-oin asthmatic troubles for many
years, liis death was no doubt hastened
iiy tlieailversity which darkened theclose
Tlie ii.iiMcci I'. K. .\lc.\lliBter has been
beii.ie till' trade 111 tlic couutry for almost
a 1 1 II. I It ri 111 a ciiitury. during which time
lie li.el ciiiiiliirtid a seeil and importing
liiisiiii-ss III .\e(\ V.ii-k. his specialties be-
iim Ih.uer, llelil. ami L;alllen seeds, bulbs,
iiiilileiiieiii - ,iml >nii|ilii - lie \\ ,is boru in
ith
Ins parents when a Im.v. He received his
education in the public schools of Jersey
City. After several business ventures he
entered the employ and subsequently be-
came a partner of the late James E.Shep-
pard, a dealer in bird seeds, in 1875, a
year later succeeding to the business on
establishment consisted
t. He remained there
he removed to 22 Dey
Imili lip a considerable
in the liulb and flower
eai the li 1-111 removed to
■vt. .Mr. .McAlHster did a
liristinas green trade.
his entire business life he
1 varying success, often
h impaired health, a fact
retarded his progress, and
largely
:ite .
be attributed his
irrassnient. With
Iters the business
i-embei-;!l, 1895,
;::ii, under the
le general depres-
lier contingencies
crash which hap-
a kindly and con-
iest. ami retiring
ai-gi iiess of heart
< leiloNv-inan that
sa.lvantage. Al-
niember of several
with the trade.
Ilk Florists' Club
rtook any active
Tin- funeral which was pi-ivate, took
jilac 'rimrsilay nininiu;;, the inter-
ment being in ( ypies.s Hills Cemetery.
Deceased, who wu.s about .">;) years of
age, leaves a widow, but no family.
Joseph Gibson.
Early Monday evening Joseph Gibson,
formally years gardener f..r tlielate Gov.
E. D. Morgan, and re recently for
('ommodore E. D. .Morgan at ■• Beacon
Rock," Newport, died from a ruptured
blood vessel. He had been out driving
and when a sudden rain came up his
companion raised his umbrella, which
frightened the horse, and in gaining con-
trol of him Mr. Gibson i-eceived his death
strain, barel.v arriving at the estate of
which he had the care, and alighting
from the wagon, when he expired. He
was held in high respect by the florists
and gardeners of the City by the Sea and
was prominent in Masonic circles.
W. H. M. ;
A. J. Swanger.
September .'>. aged 50 years. He had
been siiffiiiniir from nervous prostration
iMiiseil In I heiiniatisin. When a young
ni;in. Ml S\\:iiiger served in the Union
.iriii\ iliiiinu the struggle between the
\iiitli.iml Si.iitli. The Imslness which
haw been ewlablished since 1S72 will be
continued and managed by his son. G.
Guy Swunger.
•/esse K. Sharpless.
Jesse Kersey Sharpless, the originator
of the Sharpless strawberry, died at his
home in Cntnwissa, Pn., on September
l(),agc-d so ecMi-s 'I'll,, berry which bears
Ids mime \s 1^ till ii'^iiii III a series of ex-
|ierimi-iit- . - ' i'> Mr. Sh.-irpless,
who at .11 - iiiii- iiilei-ested in
small iniii- .Iiiii .. i- iibtained from
840
The Plorists' Exchange.
BOUCAINVILLEAS! Kplameq Fersicuni SiganteDiD
PAQTC The plants are strong, rapid growers. They are easily handled
' in all stages of growth. The two varieties offered are very
readily propagated. They are not subject to any insect pests. They are free and
continuous bloomers for four to six mouths in the forepart of the year. The
bloom-bracts are very durable on plant or in cut sprays. The color is showy and
very attractive. Send for "Facts and CommetitS."
"We offer nice itock of both varieties, from 5 inch; pots.
GLABRA (7) 15 to 30 Inches above pots, 4 to 6 shoots. GLABRA SANDERIANA, 15
to 25 inches above pots, 6 to 8 shoots. Price, $50.00 per 100 ; 5 plants at 100 rates.
The above plants can be safely shipped by freight to poinls
within a week's shipping distance of Pittsburgh
We mail i nice branched plants of either variety, from iVj in. pots, for $1.00, or 12 for $3.60.
NiviLLi Island, 9
BRILLIANT RED.
CASH WITH ORDER.
THEO. F. BECKERT, Glenfield, Pa. beisi p,it.bVri. pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
BRIDE ROSES, STRONG PLANTS
will take 400
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
2c. ROSES 2c.
$2.26 PER 100; $20.00 PER 1000.
Nice stuff from 2;i in. pots.
Mosella, Yellow Soupert, Pink Soupert, Crim-
son Rambler, Fernet Piire, Bridesmaid, C.
Soupert. Etoile de Lyon, Climbing Meteor,
Meteor, Golden Rambler.
THE 3 RAMBLERS, Yellow, White and Pink,
ti.OO per lOU ; (35.00 per lOOO.
2 YEAR OLD ROSES for October delivery. Send
me a list of your wants.
FIELD GROWN CARNATIONS.
Harrison, Scott.
JOHN A. DOYLE, ■ Springfield, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SDBPLDIi STOCK
OFi
500 Pelargonlamt, pink, with da
upper petals. Stock plants, 3 and ;
inch pots
Bex Begonia, 10 to 20 varieties, 2%
. pots.
Mt, of Snow Geraniam,
Bronze Geranium, '^}^\n. pot
Snow Crest Daisies, clumps 4.00
Roies. 2J4 and 3 in. pots y.OO
Vlnoas var., 2J4 inch pots 2.50
Oyperus Alternifolins. These can be
divided and make 1 or 6 2>4 In. pots;. . . fi.OO
ROOTED CUTTINGS.
Mrs. Polloclc $2.00
JLemon Verbena
Snow Crest Daisy ,
Hydrangeas, Pink and White.,
Terms Cash or G. O. D.
GREENE & UNDERHILL, Walertown, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ROSBS
Jrldeamatd, Bride,
S.OO perlO«; »50.00perli
VIOLETS.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
For VarietieB and Prices, see April 24th Issue.
CARNATIONS.
strong, Healtliy, Field Plants.
Mbertini, Bridesmaid, Buttercnp,
Ivory, Eldorado, Daybreak,
Meteor, Storm King. Alaska,
Tho8. Cartledge, Delia Fox, Puritan,
I,. McGowan, Wm. Scott, Portia.
Also several other varieties, Lew and old.
Send tor prices.
New Trade List on ApplUatlon.
WOOD BROS., Fishkill, N.Y.
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erlOiiaiioBniiesinalilBoiies
21^ inch »2.50 perlOO ; »20.00 per 1000
Hji! inch 1.00 perlOO 1 35.00 per 1000
Golden Gate, 2Ji Inch ta.OO per IOC
SMILAX PLANTS..
THE N&TION&L PUNT CO., Dayton, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
(jYCLAMEN GIGANTEUM. l££;gi
pots. $1.25 per doz.i $10.00 per 100. 6 In. pots, »2 26
perdoz.; »20.00perlOO. Cash please.
JNO. E. DEWALT, - - -Box 82, CARLISLE, PA.
When Writing Mention Florlats' Exchange
10,000 FIRST QUALITY FORCING ROSES
Fully equal to those b
tthel
r years, first-class li
Only selected grow
from flowering shoots used in propagating
•SAFRANO, LA FRANCE, AMERICAN BEAUTY, 'MERMET, SUNSET,
•GONTIER, PERLE, KAISERIN A. T., METEOR, BRIDE.
3lnchpots,t5.00perl00. •4inchpot8,t8.00perl00.
Mention this paper. J". Xj. 3DIIjIj03Sr. BloomslDiiirg, Fa
HERB'S PANSIES
ARE THE BEST.
...HERR'S...
CARNATIONS
Plants ready now, at $5.00 per
1000 ; 75 cts. per 100. A trial
order solicited from every
SMILAX,
1000 Armaziudy
700 Abundi
5U0 Portia,
300 Alaska
500 Cartledge,
y,]
e, I 5 Cents
r Each,
3000 T R I U M P H , the best pink In every particular 1 ever grew, at $7.50 per 100.
ALBERT Id. HBRR, L,ancaster, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
H. PLtDEGK, Middle Village, L I., N. Y.
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IT'S A DAISY.
The size and style of a Cosmos, constant
bloomer, and invaluable for Winter cut flowers.
The California Giant, 3H in. pots 60 cts. per
doz.i rooted cuttings, 35 cts. per doz. Etoile
D'Or, yellow Daisy, 2H in. Pols, 60 cts perdoz.
var., 70 cts. per doz. smllax, transplant
cts. per lOU; rooted cuttings delivered free.
A di.-tcount of 10 per cent, on all orders of $5.00
and over. Cash with order.
A. & G. ROSBACH, Pemberton, N, J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
iOLDWHYPBSEIIIES.:
SURPLUS STOCK.
PerlOO
Asclepias tuberosa $2 UO
HemerocalUs, flava, fulva, Dumortieri. 3 00
Iris, German, 10 sorts 4 CO
" Japan, 10 sorts 4 00
Liatris Scariosa 6 00
Lily of Valley, sod 3 in. square (not for
forcing) 3 00
Pseonies, mixed, per 1000, $40 6 00
named 12 50
Platycodon 6 (JO
Sabbatia Chloroides 6 00
Tucca Filamentosa, strong 8 00
Ampelopsls Quinquefolla, strong 4 00
Bignonia Radicans 5 00
T, R. WATSON, Plymouth, Mass.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
THE NEW PURE YELLOW DAHLIA,
w.
And all the leading new and old
Dahlias are now in full bloom on
our Dahlia farm at Atco, N. J. All
interested are cordially invited to
visit us and Inspect them ; also to
visit the Dahlia Exhibition at Horti-
cultural Hall, Broad street, below
Locust, Philadelphia, Sept. 21st and
22d
W. p. PEACOCK, Atco. N. J,
When Writing Mentlom Florists' Exchange
Seasonable Stock for Florists.
ALL STRONG. FIELD.OROWN.
Anemone Whirlwind $5.00 per 100
Day Lily, white, blue, yellow 5.C0 "
Delphinium Formosnm 6.00 "
Hollyhocks, double,. .$40perl0(,0, 6.00
Pffionies laOO "
Budbeckia Golden Glow 6 CO
Yucca Fllamentoso, 2 year 6.00
Also Bouvardias, Carnations, Smilax,
Tulips, Hyacinths, and all kindsol Bulba.
SEND FOR FALL TRADE LIST.
VICK & HILL CO., Rochester, N. Y.
When "Writing Mention Florists' Exchanpp
PItlMULl OBcomci.
Very fine plants, some in bloom, 3 in.
Begonia Rex,' 16 var's.i 3 in.,'fln'e' .' '. '.
Cyclamen Glganteum, Sin
Giant California Daisy, strong, 3
Begonias, Rooted Cnttlngs, Hun-
newell, the best Begonia out 2.6C
Metallica, alba plcta, etc., by
WILL SELL, MUST HAVE ROOM.
5,000 SMILAX, strong and thrifty, 2 in.
pots, $1.00 per 100 ; $9.00 per 1000.
GEOROE J. HUGHES, Barlln.N.J.
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B08E8.
B/ack Spot and Mildew.
I have been asked several times if the
small black spots, about the size of a pin-
head, sometimes seen on the Goutier,
were identical with the well-known spot;
also its cause and cure. This is not what
is known as black spot of the rose, but is
the white powdery mildew in a dis-
guised form, and is superinduced by
excessive moisture and an insufficient cir-
culation of air; so conditions the reverse
of these should be resorted to tor itscure.
It is not very dangerous, but has a ten-
dency, in bad cases, to induce the green
foliage to fall, whicli is a well-known
habit of this variety.
In regard to mildew it is most advis-
able now, even though none be seen, to
prevent its putting in an appearance, by
painting^very hereand there on the heat-
ing pipes some sulphur and lime mixed
together, half and half, to the consistency
of cream. It should not be put on too
strong — just enough being applied so that
the fumes are perceptible.
It is a very good policy to observe
cleanliness in the houses at all times by
keeping all dead leaves picked up, and
having all other rubbish that may accu-
mulate both on top and under the
benches removed.
Uon't on any account neglect keeping
the plants tied up properly ; it will be
found that lots of work and time are
needed in this direction, as during this
month the plants most generally make
their best and most rapid growth of the
season.
You are all doubtless aware that light
is one of the most impoi-tant factors lor
the production of flue roses, so if you
have not already cleaned your glass on
the under side, the work should be done
on the first favorable opportunity. I al-
ways selecta bright day lor this purpose,
as in the course of the operation some
water falls on the foliage. There is al-
ways more or less matter on the under
side of the glass that obscures consider-
able light, especially where butted glass
is used. We moisten the glass first, then
rub it over with a rag, when a fine jet of
water from the hose from ridge to gutter
plate completes the work.
If you want to grow some of that
useful little polyantha rose, Clothiide
Soupert, for Spring sales or cutting dur-
ing next Summer, now is the time to put
in .some cuttings in a hotbed. They root
very quickly, and are best carried over
early Winter in small pots, in a cool
house.
While attending to our current work,
we must not overlook procuring soil for
another year. There are undoubtedly
many men who neglect tills work until
almost time for commencing replanting
and for quite a long time afterwards
they are troubled greatly by the
grass growing from thegreen sod. That
is not the only trouble, lor it often times
happens that owing to pressure of other
work, the soil is obtained from the first
and nearest spot, irrespective of whether
or not it is best adapted to the future
welfare of the rose. There is no question
but that one of the fundamental prin-
ciples in successful rose-growing is in
procuring a soil best suited to their needs,
so we should be most careful in its selec-
tion. I find a soil that suits most varieties
to be of a good flbiy sod, from a pasture
of a medium heavy texture; thatis,asoil
not light or the extremeofheaviness;and
much prefer taking it from low lands, but
am careful to avoid that which has not
been mown or grazed for years, as the
large accumulation of grasses, mosses,
etc., thereon makes it too light, and it
has too much of a leaf-mould appearance
when thoroughly rotted down. A good
strong loam is what is needed ; nothing
of a mucky nature. It is sometimes pej--
plexing for those engaged in growing in-
side a city's limits to know where to get
soil near enough at a reasonable cost.
We were in that predicament this year,
and as wehadtoget our soli from a point
six miles distant, we found the most
inexpensive way was to carry it by boat,
as the canal was near by at both ends.
Soil should not be drawn in wet weather.
=r: . fl. H.
The F=ii-ORiSTS' Exchange.
841
FIELD CROWN CARNATIONS
2000 McGowan, $6 oo per loo.
5000 Jalin*8 Scarlet, $12.00 and $15.00 per 100.
5000 ROOTED GERANIUMS
La Favorite and Double Grant, $1.50 per 100.
JAHN BROS., New Bedford, Mass.
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Harrison's White
CARNATION.
New Carnation, sport from Wm. Scott.
JOHN HARRISON,
739 Bergen Ave., Jersey Citjr, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florlstg' Exchange
|qrallert & CO. J
CARNATION GROWERSJ
I C0LMA,''^2'„*.^»=» CAL.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FIELD CROWN CARNATIONS
and VIOLETS,
Ready September IBth.
JOSEPH RENARO, Unionvllle, ''ot" Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
TARNATIONS
F. DORNER & SONS CO.,
La Fayette, Ind.
ing Menllun Florists Exchange
BALTIMORE
1 HEW PINK CIRNITIOH,
FIELD-GROWN. WRITE FOR PRICES.
CONRAD HESS, - Baltimore, Md.
339 Friendship Avenue.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SURPLUS STOCK ClitiilTIOliS
2000 'Will. Scott.
1000 ITncle Jobn.
At 85.00 per 100. Fine Plants. No rust.
JOY & SON, Nashville, Tenn.
■When Writing Mention Florists' ExchanE*>
..CARNATIONS..
§pr«T. bayb e«k.°McGo'wari. Alasui, Tldai Wave.
E. PierBoi,.at»5.00perlOO; H6.00 per 1000.
MARIE LOUISE VIOLETS, large, fled-
IOoTmsIm p'er'uxio. Uealihy. lariie, 3 Inch, pnt
grown, Marie Louise. |:J.OO per 100: 125.00 per 1000.
CEO. H. BENEDICT.Yorkviile, N.Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
SURPLUS
CARNATIONS
1000 DAYBREAK,
1000 LIZZIE McGOWAN.
Fine, bUBhy plants, at $4 per lUO. Terms Cash.
CHAS. E. SMITH, York, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Cmi^lEBERT
FLOf^lST o. ^
PlTTSBlll^GH,PA
> 'Growss^Sells
VCARhfATl*^ ^
Carnations
Clean, healthy, field-grown stock
at 14.00 per 100 ; Daybreak, Silvtr
Spray, Rose Queen, Garfield and
Portia.
Violets
Marie Louise and California,
strong, healthy well established
plants from 4 in. pots, at |4.00
per 100. Field-grown California, at
$5.00 per 100. Samples mailed on
receipt of 10 cts. to cover postage.
L. L. MAY & CO., St. Paul, Minn.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
40,000
Field-lirowii GarDalioiis
Clean, Healthy Stock.
Daybreak
Scott
incGo^van
Mrs. Flsber.
Portia
-ridal Wave
Anna -Webb
.«6.oo SS5. 00
S.oo 45.00
. 5.00 45.00
. 5.00 4S-00
' S-oo 45.00
.. 5.00 45.00
M. LOUISE VIOLETS, PAOE S44.
EDW. J. TAYLO\ Southport, Conn.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FIELD-GROWN
SCOTT, HECTOR.
ALBERTiNI, FISHER.
Perfectly Healthy. Write tor Prices.
ELLIOTT &ULAM,Clieswick, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
CARNATIONS, FERNS,
VIOLETS and SMILAX.
Portia, Scott and McGo-wan, Ist
quality, tS.IK) per 100; $45.00 per 1000. 2nd
fiualiti, $4.00 per 100; $35.00 per 1000.
Daybreak, 1st quality, $6.00 per 100; g.'in.OO
per IOlO 3nd quality, J5.00 per 100; $46.00
per 1000.
Adlantani Cuneatnni, 2 in. pots, $3.00
per 100; »26.(iU per lOOO. 3 111. pots, $6.00 per
100 ; $50.00 per 1000, Seedlings, $1.25 per 100;
$10.00 per 1000.
Perns, in assortment, 2 in. pots, $3 00 per 100.
Marie Louise violets, 3 in. pots, $3.00
per lUO; $'t. Louis, Washington . 1
Chicago, Louisville i
For the Busy Man.
B suffering severely
Our obituary this week contains the names
of F. E. McAllister. Joseph Gibson, A. J.
Swanger and Jesse K. Sharpless.
October 4 5, 6 and 7 are the days set apart for
the clearance sale of stock at Pitcher & Man-
da's greenhouses, at Short Hills, N.J.
The Dahlia Society's exhibition will be held
in Philadelphia, Tuesday and Wednesday next,
September 21 and 22. A large display is ex-
pected.
New York.
Gardeners' Socleti'a Annual Dinner.
The New York Gardeners" Society held
its annual dinner on Saturday last, when
G8 sat down to the tables. The exhibits
Ktaged were quite numerous and varied.
Among those in the trade who made dis-
plays were: Charles Zeller's Sons, Flat^
bush, N.Y., who h,\<\ a collpc-tion nf dahl-
ias, as also iKidW. I>. rr,u-.„-k. .\ti-(i, N. J.,
who KUvA>-i\ ill ■■III i;-^ \-.ii-ii'tir>. H. A.
Spavins, .\l(.init Ki>i-.i, smt :i liii.' cillec-
tionof e.-iiiu.is,. -I 111 niif;' till-Ill si'vrr,il]ii-om-
iHing seedlings o( Paul .Maiciuaiit and
Flamingo, his Mrs. J. B. Dutcher being
eHpecially good. Rawson's sunflower
and salvia BonUre, together with several
vai-ieties of dahlias, were also noticeable
in this collection.
C. W. Ward, Cottage Gardens, Queens,
N. Y., exhibited cannas, geraniums, and
dahlias. Among the cannas were noted
President .McKlnley. animpi-nved diaries
spott\-(l:\'"iIiil.'s"hii!/ii-.^r'nrl.'l'|Vi,irn^
scarlet, and Alex P.illanl, .liius,,!!. In tlie
collection of dahUas, .\ymphiea, pink,
whiteeenter; Wilham Agnew, vermillion-
scarlet; Arabella, sulphur-yellow, edged
pink ; A. D. Livona, silvery pink ; Seed-
ling No. 12. white; Snowclad, white
liompon ; Mrs. E. C. Monroe, yellow
caste; and Henry Patrick, white, showed
up well. Tlie best of the geraniums
shown were .\lphon8e Riccard, vermiUon-
arlet: .Madame Bruant, Mirande type,
ited tritomas. gladioli, and fine spikes of
LiUum lauciflorum rubrum. W. A. Man-
da, South Orange, N. J., had a good col-
lection of fancy-leaved caladiums, and a
vase each of cannas, Robert Christie and
Manda's Ideal, both fine scarlets.
Henry A. Dreer, Inc., Philadelphia,
staged a collection of nymphaeas, among
them O'Marana, Deaniana, Smithiana,
Sturtevantii deUcatissima, Kewensis,
rubra rosea, and a seedling, creamy
white, of good substance.
John Young, wholesale commission
florist, sent a vase of excellent lily of the
valley.
Lager & Hurrell, Summit, N. J., had
an elegant piece of Cattleya chrysotoxa.
C. Alldred, Tydesley, England, sent a
splendid collection of vegetables per S.S.
Campania, which created a good deal of
interest and favorable comment.
canbeieportedas better than that in our
last report; still no more favorable com-
ment can be made. There has been a lit-
tle bettergeneral demand, especially from
small stores and by the Greeks. The last-
named parties, evidently, are feeling im-
lirovemeiit. for they have stocked up
more and seem inclined to speculate. The
lar^e stores are still not carrying any
stock worth mentioning.
Last week's remarks upon all classes of
stock practically hold good again this
week. Roses averagelow, the top notch,
and that not always obtainable for spe-
cial Beauty is 25c.; other roses, special
grade, will not average more than 3c.,
so that Inferior grade stock is very low.
Growers of violets are getting impatient
and want to ship, but the majority of
the agents ask them to forbear. There
is no trade to warrant finding purchasers
at figures covering express charges. De-
spite these warnings, however, several
growers have decided to begin shipping
to-day, Saturday, and to keep it up
steadily. This will prolong the violet
season very much with a doubtful profit^
InctioD Sales.
Business in this line was far from
being
other decorative plants," also bulbs.
Next week there will be the usual com-
plement of sales. Friday, September 24,
W. Elliott & Sons will sell at their rooms
a fine collection of orchids, the property
of J. E. Brown, Esq., Bellport, L.I. The
collection embraces a fine lot of cypripe-
dinms including many choice forms, also
splendid dendrobiums, among which will
be a fine plant of D. Dearii. There will
also be offered a splendid lot of cattleyas.
Home Prom Europe.
S. Keller, of Reed & Keller, returned
Friday, September 10, on the S.S. Fuerst
Bismarck. On the S.S. Lahu, Wednes-
day evening, September 15, were the fol-
lowing: Mrs. P. B. Meissner, Flatbush;
J. D. Eisele, of Henry A. Dreer, Inc., River-
ton, N. J. ; Carl Cropp, manager of J. C.
Vanghau's Chicago store; John Bader,
Pittsburgh; W. G. Bertermanu, Indian-
I apoUs ; Professor L. H. Bailey arrived
Thursday on the S.S. Servia. E. G. Hill
' and his son Joey, Richmond, Ind., were
visitors this week.
I H. A. Siebrecht, Sr., has returned from
' the mountains, fully recovered from his
recent severe illness.
Friends of the firm of August Rolker &
Sons will be pleased to learn that this
firm, having succeeded in making satisfac-
tory arrangements with their creditors,
will remove shortly from their present
headquarters to a more central trade lo-
cality at 52 Dey St., where they will be
in full running order again from October
1. We wish them the success to which
they are justly entitled.
Baltimore.
suffered much. Carnation gi-owers are
now housing their plants; on an average
these are not so good as last year.
Traill- has been very dull the past week,
till' liot weather no doubt contributing
nuu-li to this condition.
Jottings.
William B. Sands, who was instru-
mental in forming the Ruxton Floral and
Nursery Co., and during its existence was
its secretai-y and treasurer, has severed
his connection with that concern and sold
his interest therein. Mr. Sands, though
an amateur, has for many years been
closely Identified with the florists and
gardeners of this community. The forma-
tion of the above company was his first
attempt to enter the commercial florist
business. His friends, who are many,
will be glad, we are sure, that he is not
to desert the trade, but that he will con-
tinue at his beautiful place at Lake Rol-
and. We wish him prosperity.
The water Uly tank at I. H. Moss'
place has been a great attraction this
summer. His Scrapie's asters, planted in
the house, have been very successful as
far as the quality of flowers is concerned,
but according to Mr. Moss' calculation,
they did not pay jrown in this manner.
Carnation Flora Hill has made an ex
celleut growth out-of-doors; all are
pleased with it
At the last n
should have been a display of cannas and
dahUas, but owing to the fact that there
was some misunderstanding in regard to
the date, very few members were present.
A few firms are making preparations to
hold a show in connection with the ba-
zaar of the Y. M. C. A. of this city.
Edwin A. Seidewith.
Cleveland.
Trade Fair.
No perceptible change in business
can be noted since last writing. Trade
continues fair, with large quantities of
stock on every hand. Prices remain the
same as last reported. Dahlias are im-
proving in quality, and some very fine
blooms are seen. Gladioli continue in
abundance. AU other stock is very plen-
tiful. Lilies are almost done; the blooms
now offered being very small.
Dry Weatlier.
One of the driest spells experienced
this season is now upon us; we have had
no rain for nearly two weeks, with a
burning sun, and the thermometer reach-
ing nearly the 100 degree mark every day;
vegetation is suffering, and if the present
dry spell continues much longer, many
crops will be seriously injured if not en-
tirely destroyed.
Club Meeting.
At the meeting of the Club held on
Tuesday evening last, nominations of
officers were held ; election occurs at the
next regular meeting, 28th inst. A
goodly number were in attendance and
considerable discussion was held over the
advisability of a change in meeting hall.
Yearly reports were rendered by secre-
tary and treasurer ; these reports showed
the finances of the club to be in a fiour-
ishing condition.
Bowling Club Organization.
The committee selected a few weeks
ago to make arrangements for the or-
ganization of a bowling club and selec-
tion of a suitable alley, made a very fa-
vorable report, and from the expression
of the members at this meeting, such or-
ganization will be effected at an early
date, and willundoubtedly bea largeone.
Notes.
Mr. and Mrs. F. C. Bartels reached
home from their European trip about ten
days ago in good health and spirits and
reported a very pleasant journey. Mr.
Bartels visited the Internationar Horti-
cultural Exhibition at Hamburg during
his stay in Europe. G. A. T
Boston.
are unfavorable. Roses of all kinds are
In abundance and at a discount. Carna-
tions from fair to good are In demand,
and anything approaching fancies are
readily taken up at good prices. Busi-
ness generally is lying dormant, but we
all look for better times the latter part of
the month.
The exhibition at Horticultural Hall
last Saturday was devoted principally to
fruits and vegetables, both of which were
shown in their supremacy. The only
awards for flowers were for herbaceous
plants, the first prize being taken by
N. T. Kidder, Esq., (William Martin, gar-
dener), the second by Oakes Ames, Esq.
(Carl Blomberg, gardener).
W. S. Ewell & Son are makii
ovements b.y i-epla
with modern buildings.
Jackson Dawson was welcomed home
by his friends last week.
La Toui-aine opened last week and has
been the attraction ofhundredsofvisitors
daily since. M. B. Bunker had charge of
the decorations and the floral manage-
ment which was done very much to his
credit.
James Delay returned Saturday morn-
ing from his New Y'ork, Washington, and
Baltimore trip.
J. J. Slattery. representing G. B. Redi-
con, returned Friday from a New York
trip.
L. H. Foster's nephrolepis are look-
ing especially fine.
Alex. McKay has got his new houses
well arranged, and we think that the
chrysanthemum experts had better keep
their eye on him this Fall.
The ticket with the regular nomination
of officers and standing committees of
the Massachusetts Horticultural Society
for 1898 has been pubUshed. The elec-
tion will occur on Saturday, October 2.
Patrick Norton succeeds John G. Barker
as chairman of the committee on gar-
dens. With this exception there will prob-
ably be no change in the officers this
year. W. K W.
Cincinnati.
A Hot Spell.
A hot wave which struck us on the
8th inst., continued for several days,
badly demoralizing business. Roses are
coming in rapidly, but the ear marks of
the hot spell are upon them. Prices have
been an unknown quantity lor general
stock, only for extra select flowers has a
price been maintained. But with all
trade is much better than last year at
same time.
C. Rayner, of the Anchorage Rose Co.,
Anchorage, Ky., was a visitor during
this week. He tells me he is erecting two
houses, 300 feet long and 20 feet wide, in
which to gro^v Beauty and Meteor.
Everything in the rose line with this firm
is grown in soUd beds. They sell the pro-
duct of their houses direct to the retail
Club Kewi.
After several months' vacation, the
members to the number of fourteen as-
sembled at our clubrooms to celebrate
the 100th meeting of the Florists'Society.
Two new members were elected. A
schedule was mapped out lor our
monthly exhibitions. At every meeting
we shall have a special feature. For Oc-
tober it will be cannas; November,
chrysanthemums ; December, carnations ;
January, violets; February, roses;
March, carnations; April, a special bulb
display, and for May, a general collection
of bedding plants. The prizes will be
worth competing for, and will be named
in the schedule which will be issued in a
week or so. These exhibitions are open
to all. Schedules can be had by address-
ing the secretary, WilUam Murphy, sta-
tion F., Cincinnati.
E. H. Giesy favored us with a short
talk on the Providence convention. He
said he had a grand time, especially at
Newport.
It seems to me that the executive com-
mittee of the S. A. F. A. O. H. has some
work to do regarding the trade exhibi-
tion ; and the first thing they ought to
do is to wipe out all certificates, honor-
able mentions, and everything of the sort,
as they are not seemingly appreciated by
the greater portion of the exhibitors.
Then have the exhibition hall away from
the meeting hall, where the exhibitors
could stay all night if they so desired, and
not interfere with any of the sessions.
Fred. L. Steble, of Lorain, O., was a
visitor Saturday. Heis putting up quite
a range of houses. E. G. Gillett.
Sept. iS, 1897.
The FiLORisxs' Exchange.
843
Philadelphia.
Warm IVealher Hakea Business Qalet.
As i-efi-arcis tlio cut Howei- market
thfiv is very little to ri'port. business
has been very (piiet ; no ilnnlit thecmitiii-
ned warm weather is tin- causr ni" this,
sured.
All kinds of flowers are more plentiful,
and on account of dull trade the fakirs
get ajcreat many tor street trade. Beauty
are being offered on the street at 5e.
each.
Asters are quite a glut; there was a
large demand for purple ones this n-eek
on account of the Ked Meu"8 Convention,
but few were to be obtained.
Violets are now coming In, but are very
small and don't last long. R. M. Eisen-
hart is seudiug in some Luxoniie which
find ready sale.
commission man, was married on Wed-
nesday last, and has taken his bride, to
Niagara to spend the honeymoon.
Dating.
On Wednesday last a party of about
20 went up to Monistown on the iuvi-
tation of Hugh Hughes, gardener at the
State Hospital tor Insane, and .spent a
very pleasant day looking over
(nense institution. Mr. Hughes desei
great credit for the excellent mannt
which the grounds are kept. The pri
pal bedding is in front of the adniiais
tiou building, the first thing to catch
eye being an immense licil with lii-i
dens; in two laigi' tiopir.nl linls a 1
bedding j.lant w.is ai,ti Ki s
Index to Advertisers.
CloudEJ 844
AquHi-ia Supplies
Keenan's Seed Store 848
MacBeau AS .,,
MerJsel SSoo, ..
Smitb N i Son,.
Clearv & Co
Elliott Wm & Sons..
McCarthy N F 4 Co.
Pitcher & Manda...
BaldwlnAJ
Davis A B &Son....
Search Wm H
Bonvardia.
Eisele 0 8
BulbaandRoota
Allen Chaa H 8
American Bulb Co,.. 8
Betscher Bros 8
BobbinkLC 8
OlucasSBoddlnglon
Co 8
Davis A B & Son 8
Ellis itPoUworth... 8
Hulseboach Bros — 8
Gawerterk P..
CloudEJ 844
Cottage Gardens 8;j3
Cunningham -Jos H., 847
Davis A B & Son 841
Dillon JL 8il
Domer F & Sons Co, 841
Dorval V 8 847
Doyle J A 840
Fryer E.
QrallertSCo....
Hancock &Son.
Harrison John..
Joy & Sons
Keller Wm F...
Littlelield H F.
Logan av Gree
Kohrer H D.
I F R Co .
■ JL
Shepherd MrsTB.. 834
Storrs & Harrison Co 847
Van Houtte Louis.., 837
Vaughan's8«nd Store 834
Benedict G. H
Bool Floral Co
Boulon Fd
Breitnieyer fc Sons..
BlUTOW .J G
Smith Chas E.,
Taylor E J ,
Weber H ft
Williams F
Wood Bros.
Clirysantlleinnina
Cottage Gardens 833
Cunningham JueH.. 847
Fryer E 847
MnrpheyRH 847
Seawanhaka G'h'ses. 837
Wood Bros 841
unnlngl
ham Jos H. 847
WhlttontSons 847
Allen JK !
Allen WS (
Baker WJ I
BetsoherBros t
Buffalo CntFlowerCo *
Dumont & Co i
Ford Bros f
FrowertS f
•HNNOUNCETV^ENT-
SPECIAL FALL TRADE EDITION
"•wtr OCTOBER 9, 1S9T. ^w •
The Florists' Exchangk always publishes its Special Editions with an eye single to the best
interests of its advertisers; this is why its columns at such times are so thoroughly representative
of all trade interests.
The FALL TRADE EDITION has annually been a great success; this year, on account of the
boom which, without donbt, is here in real earnest, we expect our SPECIAL to prove more than ever
an index to the business situation, and so are preparing for and have reason to expect this to be still
better patronized than any of its predecessors.
The date set, October 9, marks the period when the effect of the Fall trade is just commencing to
be felt; this is the auspicious moment to make announcements in order to maintain and increase business.
Our Special Fall Trade Edition is really ^
A TRADE ENCYCLOPEDIA,
and we sincerely trust that every firm with goods to sell will be represented in it. It will be a
Business Edition for Business Men, and as such will, we trust, accomplish all the purposes
which the publishers seek to gain on behalf of their friends — the advertisers.
|-v/v^^ /^/^¥^¥ W~^C '^^ ''^^ Special will be mailed out to live members of the Florist, Seed
yyyy wVJrlC^ and Nursery Trades. Advertisements must be in this
office by ^Vednesday, October 6. To secure good
position and display send in your copy as much earlier than the above date as you possibly can.
First come, best served. Do not neglect to be represented in this Business ]\Ian's Edition.
The reading matter to be furnished with this edition will be fully worthy of our previous successes,
and the special articles will be of the utmost value to all who grow plants.
THE FLORISTS' EXCHANGE, P. 0. Box 1697, New York.
Horan EC 860
IlUnoisCutFlowerCo 861
Easting Wm F . . 851
Eennlcott Bros Co, 851
Knehn C A 850
Lang Julius 850
MacDonald & Mc-
Manua 851
McCarthy N F « Co. 851
MUlangF 850
N Y Out Flower Co S60
Penncck Samuel 8. 850
Purdy * Blanvelt... 8nJ
Koike
iParkFlOo... 861
Sheridan W F
St. Louis Ont Fl Co.
Sundorbruch H L Co .
Sutherland G A
Traendly ft Sohenok
Vaugbao, McKellar
ft Winterson
Welch Bros
Williams Fit Co....
Wors 0. W
Young John
DeWalt J E
Pladeck H
Kupp J F
Seawanhaka G'h s
Duhllaa.
Cottage Gardens ,
Crowl Fern Co
Dann J H & Son ... .
Ellio'tWm H
Highlands Nursery.
mok.eckerflhai
Baker Chas F..
Becker Fred i
BerckmaosP
Bock Wm A. .
Bool Floral Co .
Cottage Gardens
Colflesh J W....
Davis A B ft Son
Dreer Henry A.
EiseleC
Foster L H , .
HartFL
Heacock Jos.
Hoebel L 846
Howell Mrs FT 841
LitUefieldHF 841
Alerkel C & Son S44
Pitcher ft Manda 833
RedfleldB 837
Roehrs Julius 637
Rosbacb A & G 840
Kuxtou Floral Co,.. 816
Seawanhaka Grhses. 837
Siebrechtft Sons... 833
Smith N ft Son 837
Storrs ft Harrison Go 847
StuderN 845
lire J C 837
Van Houtte Louis... 'S:^
A8chmannQ,..r.,!. 84S
Smith H W 847
Exhibitions
American Institute.. 852
Perflllzers
Abernethy Wm 848
American Jadoo Co. 84S
862
Aschmann G 848
LIttlefiold HF 841
SUndard Fertilizer
Flower Pota, Tubs,
Ernest W H 862
Hews A H ft Co 85J
McCarthy N,F. ft Co. 8.51
Syracuse Pdttery Oo 862
WhtUdln Pottery Oo 852
Jackson ft Perkins Co
Cottage Gardens
Eisele JO
Emmsns Geo M
G-hoase Balldins.
Healing and Ven.
tilating nialerials
OarmodyJD 849
Ooldwell-Wllcoi Oo. 849
Oowen'sNSons 849
DIetsoh Aft Co 849
Dreer H A 849
aiblin ftOo 849
Harris Lft Son 848
Hlppard B 849
Hltohlngs ft Oo 849
Jackson J H 848
Lookland Lumber Oo 848
851
Lord ft Bumham Oo 849
Elizabeth Nurs Co
Harrisons' Nurs . .
Jackson ft Perkil
Brown Peter i
Burpee W A ft Co.... 1
Clucae& Boddington i
Cunningham J H.... !
Pierce FO Co 845
plenty's Horticul-
tural Works 849
Quaker City Machine
Co 829
steams AT Lumber
Oo 841.
Wolf A Qft Bro 849
Second Hand 844
Hall Insurance
FlorlstHaUAaa'n.... 837
Hollyhocka
Elizabeth Nur'y Co,. 83S
Hydrangeas
Freeman J R.
Inaeotlcldes an<
Punglcldea
Joosten OH I
Kentucky Extract Co 1
LoulSTllleTob'oo Oo i
Skaboura Dip Co.... I
gtootholl H A I
Vlck ft Hill Co
Watson TR ...
Itlunlironm '.
Search Wm H 84
Nursery Stock,
Tr«-e«. Kr"ll "n.
Black Chas 84
PullanAloi 847
Storrs ft Harrison Co 817
Watson TR 847
Herr Albert M ....
Jennings EB
Morris Floral Co..
Rumrey Frank L.
Schmidt J O Co,
Dysinger M ft S..
Emmans Geo M.
Hughes Geo J...
I'loral Exchange..
i Perkin
Keciie.*.- Foulk. ... 847
MacBean A 8 847
Nat'l Plant Co '*40
Onwerkerk P.. 847
Buxton Floral Co... M«
Smith W .t T Co 847
Storrs ft Harrison Oo 847
Wood Bros 841
3 Co.. I
BergerU H &Co.
Schiller J L 83
Shepherd MrsTB.. 83
SoltauO ft Co 84
Vaugbiin, McKellar
ft Winterson 85i
Zirngiebel D 83
Shrubs, Flowerinf
BerckmansPJ 84.
BobbinkLC 83i
Boulon Fd 84.
Elizabeth Nurs Co.. . 84'
Jackson ft PerkinsCo 84'
Keene ft Foulk 81'
OuwerkerkP »4'
Smith WftTCo 84'
Storrs ft Harrison Co 84'
Van Houtte Louis... 83'
Vick & Hill Co 841
Smilai Plants.
Baker O F
Baldwin A J .
Betscber Bros. .
Bool Floral Co.
ConnellBeni!!.'
;PM,
Howi-llMrsFT,,,
Kilbourn R
MacBean AS
National PlantCo..
Roney Bros
R.wbaob A & O ...
Seawanbaka Gbs.
SiaiiBlor WH
Spiraea.
Boston Letter Co . .
Oonlev John & Bon
Ellis ft Pollworth ,
Kennicott Bros Oo . . 861
Enehn OA 860
LittlefleldHF 841
MoCanhyNFftOo..
Meyer Jno O ft Co.,..
Myers Bros
cKella
Welch Bros 851
Tools, etc.
Esler JOS A 818
Littlefleld H F 841
PlerceFOOo 848
ScoUay J A 848
Vegetable Plants
Pullen Alei 847
Tlncent B Jrft Son. 847
VlneaandCllmbers
Eisele 0 852
Elizabelh Nurs Co .. 836
Fryer E 847
Jackson ftPerkinsCo 847
Kadletz J 846
Oowerkerk P 847
Storrs ft Harrison Co 847
Violeta
Davis A B ft Son
DeWKt PM ....
Duncan Jas
Emmans Geo M.
Freeman JR..
Fryer E
QremsJC
Kilbourn R
MacBean AS....
I MarquUceLE..
I May LL&Co...
I Mills W A
O'Brien TF
Smith N ft Sod...
Tavlor E J
TaylorFA
Wllllame JO
Wood Bros
844
The F=i-orists* Exchange.
Smilax
Stroncr, healthy plants,
.S.HAMMOND & CO.
When Writing Mention Florlsta' Exchange
1100 floe stocky 2 and 2J^ in. at $1.25 a 100, or the
lot at $11.00. Cash Willi order.
A. J. BALDWIN, Newark, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PANSY PLANTS.
, Soltau. Burpee. Jenninus, Hen
■era. Every seed tjrowo on the p
:ted flowers only. Price 13.00
Frank L. Rumrey, '*'*"''*'""'box ri4.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Pansies Worth Raising
CASH WITH ORDER.
C. Soltau S Oo. T.fn'u'e"' Jersey City, H. J.
When Writing Mention Florlsta' Exchange
PANSY PLANTS
J. C. SCHMIDT & CO., Bristol, Pa
Wholesale Pansy liroweia.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
ISPlBtGUS PLUMOSUS NiNUS
(True) transplanted seedling plants, now
ready, $3.00 per 100; $25.00 per lOOl) ;
500 at thousand rates. Seeds of same,
$10.00 per 1000
Cash with order from unknown correspondents.
R. ASMUS, • ■ NEW DURHAM, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Field-Grown Smilax strong plants, $3.cx> per
Caryoptoris %^r^^^"''^''^' '^ '""^ ''°"' *^'°°
Uinlalc Strong clumps, California and Camp-
liaiBU bell, $4 a. oo; Swanley White, $saioo.
fiornQtinne Albertini, Portia, McGowan,
barndllUn^ Wm. Scott, T. wave, T. Cart-
ledge, Golden Gate, Fisher, very low in price
KONEY BRO.S., Florists, West Grove, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
4,000 Wm PLHUTS
In 3>^ inch pots, strong and healthy.
S2.SO per lOO.
ASA L. BROWN, Davis Ave., Kearney, N.J.
Near Newark. N.J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Buffalo.
Trade ItetuB.
PANSIES IS
by mail. Cash with order.
plants from Engle's
eOots. per 1(j6
J. ENGLB, Box 311, Dayton, O.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
look: here
Adlantum Cuneatiliii, 2 Inch. $3.00 per 100; 2ii
Inch. ((.00 per 100.
Mixed Fern-* for ferneries. $3.00 per 100.
Field-crown Carnntions, 2(100 Dajbreak; 1000
Wm Scott; liOO Lizzie .'WcGowan. Prices on
aPDiicatlon. TERMS CASH OR C. O. D.
C. MERKEL & SON, Mentor, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
TO MAKE ROOM
fine qnalit.v being in undue eviilt
carnations still scarce.
The News.
Willinin LeKsismakin;; s-n
.I..lin Siici.-^s. nf 216 Peach street, has a
neat new oiiice, coupled with eular^^ed
storing place for supplies, which makes
his front hy far the most attractive in
that block.
Andrew Jensen, at 29 Hager street, liae
nearly completed one house SOxl.S and
another 80x11.
W. P. Kasting's wholesale store has
been duly repainted and papered In a de-
lightful pale blue shade harmonizing to
iill tinwer colors and cheering to custom-
ers' (jjitics.
Keceiit visitors were H. .J. Wise. E. .Ui-
roia; Walter Mott, of Philadelphia; P. .1.
Hauswirth, Chicago, and John Debbie,
Niagara Falls, Ont. Vidi.
Toronto.
Cat Flowrri at Industrial Eihibillon
The show of cut flowers at the In-
dustrial Exhibiton last week was larger
and l)cttrrthnn usual. Asters and dahl-
ias wi-i -ctr.i nciiiil. the collectionsof .-111-
nu.ilsMii.l liMiiiv plants, and displays 01'
nit ll.iwcis wriT more complete and' bi-t
til- tli.iii I'wy. riiere were good exhibits
(il now c.imias. of cut roses and carna-
tions, and \ery hirgc displays of sweet
pi'as. Water lilies \\ei-e also very good,
liiit not i|uite so]iieMtiliil asinsome form-
er years. The show of funeral designs
hiiril time with them. lor th'ev were all of
sucli a (|ualitv that it was very hanl to
tell who would be the winners." The sup-
per table designs were also dilflcult to
judge, as well as the baskets of cut flow-
ers. Gladioli were hardly up to the
standard of former years.
William Scott, of Buffalo, was the judge,
and in the cut flower classes his decisions
were mostly very satisfactory ; in the
made-up work it was impossible for any
judge or judges to give general satisfac-
tion, for where there are so many pieces,
and all of them good, the different styles
appe;il to the taste of onlookers in suth a
nay that hardly any two would choose
the same work as being tlie best.
.Many florists from oustide towns
visited us during the fair, and all of them
that I met expressed themselves as
pleased with the flower show.
Business was fairly good during the
last week, but the hot weather we liave
Roney Bros, have built a new green-
house this year, 80x28 feet, and finished
planting their entire place September 1.
McKeesport, Pa.
Andrew Dietz, who recently suffered a
stroke of paralysis while at Somerset,
does not improve, and his friends are
anxious about him. He suffered another
attack last week.
Sloatsburg, N. Y.
W. F. Barkham returned from a two
months' European trip per S.S. Paris on
2000 SMILAX
75 FILIFERA PALMS
From 8 inch pots, 2 to 3 feet high,
3 to 6 character leaves, $6.00 per doz.
or$30,00forthelot. Cash with order.
MRS. FLORA T. HOWELL,
Lock Box 14. PINE BUSH, NEW YORK.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FARQUHAR VIOLETS
THOMAS F. O'BRIEN, Folsom St„ Roslindale, Mass.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VIOLETS! VIOLETS!!
t grown, clean and
,...^.,...., ,5.00 per 100; »45.00per
r.- , , 10c. Cash with order.
J. CHIIXKICK, Trenton, I«. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
MARIE LOUISE VIOLETS
ANo CftRHATlOHS.,,^^....^
•Field-grown, $4.00 and $5 00.
FLORIDA HOT WATER BOILER
No, "H" for sale cheap.
L. E. MARQUISEE, Syracusa, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VIOLETS MY SPECIALTY!
Marie Louise and Lady Campbell, from 2^ Inch
pots. (3 00 per 100; 125.00 per 1000. Princess de
.alles. tSOOperlOO; tl5 00 per 1000. 25.000 ('allfornla.
extra clumps, from fleld, $25.00 per 1000. Special
prlce_for large quanl.ly._ „__._.___
When Writing Mention FlorlstB' Exchange
GOOD SMILAX PLANTS. . .
2M and 3 inch pots.
FINE STOCK OF VIOLETS.
Princess of Wales, Luionne, California.
Admiral Avellan, Shoenbrunn, Lady H. Camp-
bell, Swanley White, all good strong clumps.
Send for price.
P. M. DE WITT, Torresdala, Phlladalphia, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VIOL-ETS
MARIE LOUISE.
Only 2,000 left. $.3.00 per 100; $10.00 per 1000.
500 at 1000 rates.
JAMES DUNCAN,
p. 0. Box 19. New Hamburgh, Dutchess Co , N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VIOLETS.
40 00
60 00
(5 00
15 00
Farqahar 6
Mai-te Loui«e 5 I
Lady Campbell 5 1
!«wanier While ...5 00 15 00 "
J. C. SCHMIDT & CO., Bristol, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florlata' Exchange
PANSIES!
ROEHMER'S SUPERB PRIZE PANSIES.
deludes all the leading;
er 500 by express: fl.OO i
PETER BROWN, ■ Lancaster, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VIOLETS
FOR BENCHING NOW.
M. Louise, Campbell and Swanley, fine strong
2^ in. Price, $3.0(1 per 100; also 10,000 strong
Held clumps of California and Campbell for
Fall planting ; ask for prices. Smilax, 2M in.,
fine, $2 60 per 100.
BENJ. CONNELL, florist. West Grove, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
7000 MARIE LOUISE VIOLETS.
ties on application. Sample. 10 cents.
PRED'K A. TAYLOR, Canaalota, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
PRIMROSES. VIOLETS. GERANIUMS.
Istnihave a few Bride and Bridesmaid Rosea
out of S in. pots, at $4 00 per 100. Nice plants of
Portia. DellaFoi. Rose Queen and Meteor Carna-
tions, at (5.00 per 100. Primroses. October delivery.
at »;).00 per ■'- ■ - - „ .
strains to be
Ine. 2 and 2".^ In pot
Geraniums. 16 best'^varle7leB?»l!26per 100; »10,00 per
1000. and get Kood strong stock.
CEO. M. EMMANS. Newton, N.J
When Writing Mention Florists' ExchanKe
VIOLETS
MARIE LOUISE.
Clean nice plants from 4 inch pots.
$5.00 per 100.
J. 0. Williams, Montclair, N. J.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
(MIIO RIIIIJI LOUIS[
Field-Grown Plants, $5.00
per 100 : t40.00 per 1000.
Fine California, $4.00 per 100; $30.00 per 1000.
EDW. J. TAYLOR, Southport, Conn.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
VIOLETS! SMILAX!!
Smilax, from 2 and V^\
mce tL25perlO0: flOOOpe
Caah or ao id references y<
FIELD-CROWN
MIRJE LOUIS! \m\\
Free from Diseate
W. A. MILLS, Port Chester, N. Y.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
m mane Louise Vloiels
JOHN R. SCHORY,
....900,000.
pgisy PLuiTi!
Now ready, transplanted from np-
.- to-date colors and bizes. 75c. per
»6.00 per 1000 by
express, not paid.
Seedlinesof al
per 1000 prepa
Notice. -Our
the finest strai
Grown by expe
THE MORRIS FLOR&L CO., Morris, III.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Marie Louise Violets
8000 strong healthy plants, no disease.
No. 1, $4.00 per lUO; S35.00 per 1000.
No. 2, $3.00 per 100 ; $25.00 per 1000. 600
at 1000 rates. Cash with order.
J. C.CREM8, Oneida, N.Y.
Successor to J. S. Hay.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FIELD-GROWN. GOOD STOCK.
CAMPBELL VIOLETS and CARNATIONS
Eldorada, Scott. Cartledge, Louisa, Lois
Haettel, Dr. Warder, Princess Bonnie, Portia,
Kittle Clover, Daisy Bell, $4.00 per 100 ; Helen
Keller, second size, $3.00 per 100.
GIANT ALYSSCM, line 3 inch pots, $3.0
per 100. Cash with order.
E. J. CLOUD, (L. B. 32) AVONDALE, PA.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
^lOL-ETS
2000 extra strong marie lionise, 4 inch
pots, $6 60 per lOU ; $60.00 per 1000. 3000 %\i
inch pots, $6-00 per 100 ; $45.00 per 1000.
1000 extra strong Farquliar, 3H inch pots,
$6.00 per 100; $60 00 per 1000.
PADUATinUQ ^'^ extra strong, from open
UAnnnilUnu ground; price and variety
on application.
1000 HYDRANGEA OTAKSA, 3 in. pots, at $5 per 100.
DOOBLB POIN8ETTIA, 2Wand3H in. pots,
$2.00 per doz ; 4>^ in. pots, $3.ct0 per doz.
JOS. R. FREEMiNr^i?"" "WASH'II, D. 0.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Xhb Pi-orists' Exchange.
845
DREER'S SPECIAL OFFER i PALMS, &c.
We again call special attention to our stock of Palms, which is the largest and most complete in the country,
especially in the varj£ties and sizes used in the general Florist's trade; our stock of Kentias alone occupying
over one and a half acres of glass, and all other popular varieties being on hand in proportionate quantities.
ARECA LIJTESCEIVS.
a Biie lot of this graceful and popular variety,
chtshigh tl.25perdu2.; $10.00 per ICO
COCOS 'WEDDELIANA.
. pots, 5 to 6 inches high
10 to 12 "
" 13 to 16 "(Ready I
$2 1 0 per doz : $15.00 per 100
8 00 •• 25.00 "
. l8t) 5.00 " 40.00
GEONOMA GRACILIS.
We otter a fine stock of this most graceful Palm. Good young
plants from 2V4 Inch pots. $2.00 per doz.; $15.00 per 100; 3 Inch potB.
$3 60 per doz.; $26.00 per 100.
I^AXAPflA
ir stock of Latanias in
, especially the£
BORBOPilCA.
imall sizes is again in e:
3 Inch pots, 4 t
$10.00 per 1
4 inch pots, 4 t
, 60c. per
> leaves, beginni
: $80.00 per 1000.
8 " 3 plants in a pot, 34 inches high, good bushy stock for
decorating, $1.50 each ; $18.00 per dozen.
8 inch pots, 7 leaves, 36 inches high. $2..50 each ; $30.00 per dozen.
The larger sizes are not all perfect, the lower foliage being some-
what clipped, but are good saleable plants that will give satisfaction.
LIVISTONA
We have a grand stock of
graceful of all the Fan-leaf Pal
Flue 3 inch pots, showing chi
$25.00 per 100.
PHCEF«IX RECLINAXA.
2J4 inch pots J0.T5 per doz. ; $6
ROTUNDIFOLIA.
of this miniature Lntania. th.
ety
very nicely, $3.00 per dozen :
t " 2.50 " 20.00
5 inch pots, 3 plants in a pot, 20 to 24 inches hich. $6.00 per doze
B •' 30 Inches high, $9.00 per dozen ; $70.00 per 100.
KENXIA BELiaOREAMA.
Our stock of this most valuable of all Palms is the largest i
world, and we offer a very full line of sizes, viz :
,?""
1 13
3 01
. 6 00
. SOU
pots, 4 plants in a pot, i
rith 3 smaller plants fal
pots, 7 leaves, 42 to 48 i
pots, 4 plants in a pot
mailer plants about 20
high
ligh, $5.00es
Bntre plant abo
nd it. $3.50 each.
$60,011 per ■
gh wilh3
jn around It. These are perhaps
trie most peripct ana eicgant plants of the kind we have ever
offered. $5.00 each; $60.00 per doz.
. pots, centre plant 4 feet high with 3 smaller plants about 2 feet
feet high around same, a perfect lot of specimens. $10.00 each.
1. pots, 7 to 8 leaves, 8 to 7 feet high, $33.00 each.
KENTIA FORSXERIANA.
I>oz. lOU
, 2to3 leaves. 6 in. high $1 60 $12 00
3to4 " 10 " 2.50 20(10
4 to 5 " 15 to 18 in. high 5 00 40 00
Wliolesali
18 inches high, 4 to 5 leaves.
.$9.li0per doz.
in applies
Florists.
, plants in a pot, centre plant being 6 feet high,
a plants about 24 ins. high, around it. $10.00 eae
i leaves. 6 feet high, $10 00 each
i plants In a pot, centre plant 6 feet high. 4 6m
plants 2H feet high $2.5.0(1 each.
■ leaves, 6 feet high, $35 00 each.
leaves, 7 to 8 ft. high, flne decorative stock. 833.C
HENRY A. DREER, 714 Chestnut St., PHILA., PA.
_ .^^JjVhenWrlting Mention Florists' Exchange
Thi LARGEST STOCK in the West.
FALUS, OLEO FKAQMS, SUSDED mil
DWARF ORANGES (gratted).
Size pots. Inches char, per
Areca I-atescens 4 1.5-18 $20 Of
Cocoa Weddeliana 3 6-8 15 OC
LataolaBorbonica.... 4 12-15 1-2 15 nc
PandanuB Utllis
Phoenix Reclinata.....
•' CanarienslB...
" TenaiB '."
Alltbeabovepalmsareito
Magnolia fuscata (Ban
15
20 00
12-16 2-3
15-18 3-4
12-15 13 00
15-18 3-4 15 0(J
12-15 3-4 25 00
18-24 6-8 40 00
ndlu splendid shape
1 shrub) 12-15 $12 (0
18-30 15 00
Oleo fragrana (Tea Olive) 12-15 12 00
18-30 16 00
Oranges and Lemons, best),,,., ,„ „„
varieties, fruiting sizes, gratted yifii i" "H
on Trifoliata. bushy I '5-'- ™ '"'
Orange Otaheite. bushy 12-15 15 00
Marechal Nlel Rosbh, strong Held
$12.5 1
3-4 feet.
budded on Manetti,
lino per lOCO
■"■ ' ■ -Sana (a perfect
1 most popular of i
arieties, 3 i
1 pots,
15 1
10 (
All measures from top of pot. Above prices do
P.J. BERCKMANS, Fruilland Nurseries. Augusta. Ga.
When Writing Mention Florluts' Exchange
NEPHROLEPIS EXALTATA BOSTONIENSIS
....THE BOSTON FERN....
«,.!?'JJ2*' fl",e plants now ready for potting for Fall sales, from bench, average ten fronds, at
*~...oo perl 0. Can be potted singly in five inch pots, or two or three in larger sized pots.
liest House Plant yet introduced. Larger plants at 50 cents to $1.00 each.
L. H. FOSTER, 45 King St., Dorchester, Mass.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Nephrolepis Exaltata Bostoniensis.
The Handsomest Decorative Plant in Cultivation.
$5.00 per 100; $40.00 per 1000.
MINE IS THE GENUINE STOCK.
FRED. C. BECKER, 1 730 Cambridge Street, CAMBRIDGE, MASS.
When Writing Mention Florlats' ETChange
PALMS, &c
An immense stock. PALMS— Ficus Elastica, Araucaria Excelsa, Pandanus
Veitchii and Utilis, Cycas Revoluta, Adiantum Farleyense, &c. All sizes.
Hardy, strong, home-grown plants. Will last and give satisfaction. Prices
moderate. Price List on application.
CHAS. D. BALL,
Holinesburg, Phila., Pa.
W^hen Writing Mention Florlsta' Exchange
Areca Lutescens, Latania Borbonica, Kentias,
Cocos Weddeliana, &c.
HARDY, HOME-GROWN, PERFECT PL&NTS, VERY L&RGE STOCK OF &LL SIZES.
PRICES LOW. SEND FOR WHOLESALE LIST.
-JOSEPH HEACOCK, Wyncote, Pa.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
Write at Once
CORNELIUS S. LODER, Secretary,
STUDER OFFERS
hardy outdoor van
' bank references. Pricee are
le Dlant^; 5 per ceut. discount
) 100. 20 per cent, by
ing in natural posl-
ilants to help pay
and 10 in. pots, :^}^
Heaves, .3.00; iroS
ives, 40 CIS. Ken.
PALM8. -Latania
to 4 ft. high and dlamett
5 In. pots. 20 to 22 In. Iili
fortbla eleitanii. i. i
tiieb. 20 cts.. 60 ots. and fl.OO each respeci .
rocos Aexnosn.ein. pots. 5 ft. bliib. 12.00 each.
Rbapi'Habrllirormls, 5and6ln puts 2 to 4 ft.
high; single stems. 75 cts. to »2 do. Kenlia bel-
moreaoa. 3. '6}^ and 41^ in. pots, 4 to ti leaves. 12 to
20 in. high. 20 cts.. 30 cts. and 50 cts. each respec-
tively. Cocoa Weildellana, 3H in. pots. 6 to 6
leaves. 13 to 15 In bigb. 25 and 30 cts. Areco lu-
bigb. 60cts.
IS 'in. hlg°h?'
pots. 60 cts.
AepTd'lilri
blub, per le
Phienix reclinnta, 5 In. pots. 2 ft.
!5 ots. Zamiu lutresrttollo', 6 In!
Pan4t.iuua ultlla, verv fine from 6
erage 15 leaves. 18 in. bigb. 40 cl-.
if green. 10 cts.; variegated. 16 cts!
uracwna niaaBnoKeaua, 4 In. pots. 50 cts.
*^ FERNs'.-NephVol'ep'ia" D.°' Farca''ni."6''rn.'
pots, 2 ft.. SO cts : 4 In. pots, 30 cts Exallata. 2i
and 15 cts. Plei'U Ireinulo, 4 In. pots. 10 Ms.
Sma Her Ferns in varieties. 3 to .5 ots. Uractrnu
recurTala, 6 in. pots. 20 els. Azaleas, fri.ni
Mr. Saul's collection, nnnsmed. 4 and 5 In. pots 20
and'Octs. Aucuba Jnponlca and Iflasnolln
Kran4linora. fruni5ard 6 In. pots. 40 cts. Uln-
elte llrnaires, from 6 6and 7 In. pots, with fr. ni
4 to 1! fruits on, 60 cts. to 2.00 each. Arbo'vlla*
prrnintdulls, 6 ft bigh. line for tubs. etc.. 35 of.:
dwarfer conipacta. 2 tt.. 20 cts. Uoses, outside
or grown Gardenias. Orani es,
ons. creeping Vtncas I loonlHS.
. Uvergreens and all kinds of
Ids. Nepenthes. Elk horn ferns.
ums.Dletfenbacliias. Alooaslas.
ta>. too many to mention here
aasoiiabie nrloes. (Seranium
N. STUDER, Wholesale Florist,
846
The Plorists* Exchange.
SITUATIONS WANTED.
This rate appltes only
wanted advertlflementB and when set
■olid, wlthoat dlHplay. When letters are addreesed In
our care add lO ceuta te cover eipenBe of forwardins.
p:>ORlST.sinB
Brooklyn, N. Y.
glTUATION wanted. German. Binizle n
ences. E. Uorn. oare Flonsta' Exchang
planta; age 2T, good referenci
W^
qiTUATlON wai
'-' urower and ni
POSITION
of all tinds; thoroi
d Dept-, N, Marke
HELP WANTED.
WANTED.
Man capable of takiog: full charge of branch
store, accuatcmed to beet class trade.
J. LOUIS LOOSE, 128 F Street. Washington. D. C.
WANTED.
L young single man, industrious, sober
WANTED.
A flret-class maker-up and salesman ; mu
lave N. Y. reference ; permanent position
•ight party. Apply A. B. 0. 3, Florists' B
WANTED.
Voung, energetic man for first-class store,
only such as have had flrst-class eiperieuce in
decorating, etc., need apply.
Gasser's, Euclid Ave., Cleveland, O.
WANTED.
Three experienced packers; good, A No.
men ; state reference ; steady position. Addret
Shipper, care Florists' Exchange.
MISCELLANEOUS WANTS.
W^ANTED.
STOCK WANTED.
Scented and Bronze Geraniums.
THE NiTIONtL PLANT CO., Dayton, Ohio.
When Writing Mention Florists' Exchange
FOR PREMIUM OFFER
—OF THE-
leDiy SlrawHeiry
See advt. issues of Sept. 4 or 11.
AMERICAN GARDENING, "."esrN.Y.
ORDERS FILLED UNTIL FROST.
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
FOR SALE. WELL PAYING PROPERTY
Six greenhouses (7000 sq. ft. glass), built 3
years ago for growing first-class carnations
for New York market; Corcoran windmill for
pumping water from artesian well into tank ;
also 17 acres A No. i land, outhouses, q room
substantial dwelling ; 24 miles from New York
on W.S.R.R. K.B. 10, care Florists' Exchange.
TO LEASE
For a term of years; the land and
houses, with cottage and stable,
store attached, where a good busii
in the cut Bower trade. 86 Pali
West Hoboken. N.J. 15 minutes
Hoboken ferries In excellent
rty.
FOR SALE
On account of death of owner, well
stocked nursery of five acres, with a
good retail trade. Established thirty
years ; together with house, barn and
other outbuildings. Address
WM. r. LECLUSE, Executor,
Sayville, Long Island, N. Y.
FINE SITUATION FOR FLORIST.
A beautiful, old-fashioned place foot of
Orange Mountain, protected from wind, wide
south and east exposure ; on a main thorough-
fare and near railroad ; remarkable spring of
never failing water ; hydrant of city water at
gate; house, fourteen rooms ; barn; chicken
houses. Oq account of owner's removal will
be sold at low price and very easy terms. Ad-
dress Box 181, Orange Valley, N. J.
FOR SALE-SECOND HAND.
ROCHESTER BOILER FOR SALE.
FOR SAI.B.
} Zirneiebel coil boilers, each of bl
r hot water under pressure, at |6 00.
W. F. KELLER, Florist,
Easton. Fa.
BOILERS FOR SALE!
Two No. 3, Style C, GURNEY HOT
WATER DOUBLE CROWN BOILtRS.com-
plete. In use live seasons. Were heat-
ing 30,000 square feet of glass for Palm
growing. Offering tor sale because we
are increasing our capacity. These
boilers cost $450.00 each. We offer for
$200.00 each, f. o. b., Biverton, N. J. Also
one Locomotive Boiler, 11 ft., 4 ins. long,
fire box, 3 ft., 9 ins., by 2 ft., 3 ins., with
28 3 in. tubes, 6 ft., 9 ins. long, has been
used for steam at 30 lbs. pressure. Will
sell lor $50.00. Is in good order and
ready for service at once.
PHIL1..PA.
HENRY k. DHEER,
;i4 Che.tnu
When Writing Mention Florists" Exchange
tinn of the entile feiow rag season, and al
though theie iR moie worli. than a man
can leach nothmg must be neglected
The terminal buds are f,howmg on i
gieat many vanetiea. These must in
gone over constantly and relieved of all
surplus buds as soon as they can be
reached. I use tor that purpose a small
pen itnife rather than do the worlv with
the Augers, as tlie center is very tender
aud apt to snap off, a result that forces
oue to take a side bud If the center bud
is perfect, I always take that for my
flower, but, it it should be imperfect, I
take the best side bud, and it generally
answers just as well.
Mrs. H. Robinson. Glory of the Pacific,
George S. rnnnver. Golden Trophy,
Harry Hui-n^ll. .-iihI lOlveiia are at pr.^s-
LiIleVu^lsu^tl'M■s,'\