% ^ m^% ■fe. ;::i^ :-r- e.-s_^ fef-* <^' V , i -•. .. % . **i\J'-r^'t^ ■V*y-v ^^ ; ^"^' <* < .. ii -'.: -^>^ ■ 1-.>^^ ik^-y*'-*- :a/<> -, V \^ . . ^-^^ - ^H A> C -IS '.^ 2^^^ ,r^, *"'' ■^ ,i<*^-T> /^^ f./f5- : 'M^. VOL. XI. NO. 1 SUPPLEMENT TO JANUARY 1, 1910 HORTICUTURE INDEX TO volume; X Page A About infested plants 804 Adian turns in the South 742 Aftor adjournment 8 *Agave neglecta in flower 646 Albany Florists' Club. .■ 903 Albany notes 176 Albany, N. Y., Show at 708 AUamanda 671 Allamanda Williamsii 707 Alternanthera "Jewel" 633 American Asociation of Railroad Gardeners 122, *346 American Association of Park Superintendents 10, 269 American Breeders' Association... 844 American Carnation Society.. 10, 170, 326, 439, 542, 640, 710, 781, 902. American Institute 171, 508 American Nurserymens' Associa- tion 644 — *Hall, John, Sec'y-elect 694 American Peony Society: — Report of committee on nomen- clature 138, 902 American Rose Society. . .251, 309, 405, 470, 576, 711, 844, 919. •American Seed Trade Association: — Continuation of convention re- port 16, 17 Apbine test, An 904 Apple growing industry, The 868 Araucarias, Propagating 42 Araucaria excelsa. Propagating. . 75 Araucaria excelsa Silver Star 41 Ardisia crenulata 913 Arnold Aboretum, Notes from the 5, 39, 69, 103, 133, 167, 202, 266, 305, 337, 401, 465, 496, 537, 601, 633, 669, 705, 741, 777, 815, 877, 913. Arnold Arboretum, Promising shrub introductions at the 369 Aster Nova-Belgi Evening Star... 778 Auto flower parade at Washing- ton 508 ♦Autumn show at Edinburgh 826 Avenue, The 433 B Bankruptcy, In 795 •Black to pure type 8 Bag worm pest 296 Bar Harbor Horticultural Society. 328 Basket plants 730 •Bedding Rose Clio at Minne- apolis 139 •Begonia Gloire de Lorraine 817 — *Kouse of 881 Beneficial insect, A 097 Best green thread 444 Big plant business transferred 2S1 Bird guano 61 Boston & Maine R. R. garden . . prizes .... 457 Boston Chrysanthemum Show 639 Boston Cooperative Flower Grow- ers' Association 605 Boston exhibition, The 677 Boston Flower Market 390 Boston Grower's Markets 353 Illustrated articles are marked with * Page Boston landscape class. Work of the 830, S31 Boston plant growing establish- ment 617 Boston, Visitors in 456 Bougainvillea glabra Sanderiana under glass 75 Britain, Nctes from 501 British Horticulture 37, 102 2iM, 267, 705, 742, 819. British news jottings 422 Buffalo Florists' Club.. 10, 122, 280, 606 Business changes. . .49, 81, 113, 145, 220, 279, 316, 385, 426, 454, 486, 517, 582, 642, 733, 770, 806. C *Calceolaria Clibrani 307 Calceolarias, hybrid 7, 306 I'aliforuia exhibition, A 34b California gardeners repudiate the "Wixard" 282 Canna, The 506 •Carnations, About new 832 Carnation Dorothy Gordon 505 Carnation, Hardy yellow 8 •Carnation Britannia as a pot plant 75 •Carnation Shasta 636 Catalogues received. .. .46, 90, 181, 2iVi, 282, 358, 374, 442, 474, 529, T,?,'i, 573, 608, 662, 718, 754, 790, 926. •Cattleya citrina 539 •Paltleya Gaskelliana 822 •Cattleya Wavriniana 822 *Cattleyas, Treatment of 635 Cement benches. Practical 190 Chicago notes.. 27, 58, 91, 113, 145, 177, 221, 2S5, 317, 349, 381, 413, 445, 477, 549, 592, 660, 732, 769, 790, 852, 903, 938. *Chica.50 show, The 672 Childrens' exhibition in Boston 390 Chrysanthemum, A talk on the... 768 •Chrysanthemum Donatello 639 Chrysanthemum, Howard Gould, New 881 •Chrysanthemums, New French... 37 Chrysanthemum notes 821 Chrysanthemums of merit. Three. 821 Chrysanthemums, Some new 747 Chrysanthemum season at Pitts- burg 642 Chrysanthemum show at Garfield Park, Chicago 70S Chrysanthemum Societv of Amer- ica.... 171, 471, 541, 592, 606, 640, 711, 748, 766, 78], 848. •Chrysanthemums, Two fine 624 •Chrysanthemums, Three new 922 •Cincinnati: — Views of city and portraits of convention workers 212, 214 Cincinnati Florists' Club 170 Civic improvement in Chicago 74 Clerodendron Thompsonae (Bal- fouri) 71 Clianthus Dampieri and C. punl- ceus 746 Club and societv notes. . .28, 44, 73, 122, 157, 255, 294, 328, 343, 440, 471, 503, *528, 698, 749, 781, 920. LIBRARY I'-fEW YORK BOTANICAL QAROEN. Page Codiaeums 746 Colorado fruit show 423 Concerning strawberry pests 188 Connecticut Horticultural Society. 9, 405, 470, 540, 576, 604, 676, 749, 916 Constancy of sweet peas 266 Controlling the San Jose Scale 868 Convention notes 312 Convention rates 469, 605 •Convention report completed. 310, 314 Convention rates and headquar- ters 508 *Courtland, A visit to 373 Crating flower pots 457 •Crepe puller at work. The 721 Cucasa 660 Cyclamen, The 369 •Cypripedium Sallieri maculatum or C. nltens 501 %Dahlia field. Pompom 678 *Dahlia Boston Yellow 505 •Dahlia Jack Rose 743 Dahlia judges. Scale of points for. 169 •Dahlias Madame Van den Dael and Queen Wilhelmina 828 •Dahlias, Two good 747 Dahlias, War of the 543 •Dahlia Wm. J. Stewart 637 •Daisies, New Michaelmas 69 Danish root crops. About 110 Dendrobium nobile Virginale 406 •Dendrobium Sanderae 819 Denver Florists' Club 280 Destroying the cabbage worm 360 Destructive borer 93 •Detroit and Toledo Florist Clubs Visit Elmer D. Smith and Co... 640 Detroit Florist Club 149, 540, 749 Detroit florists have another out- ing 696 Detroit flower trade 792 Detroit news 385 Detroit notes 149, 317 Development of the florist busi- ness 13 Dobbs Ferry show. •Duncan J. W 708 916 During Recess: —•John Westcott's Opening 28 — New York Florists' Club outing. 60 — Gardeners' and Florists' Club of Boston 72, 122, 156, 172, 280 —Chicago Florists' Club 156,244 —St. Louis Florists' Club 156 — Minneapolis vs. St. Paul 156 — Buffalo Florists' Club 171 — A pleasant send-off 172 — New York bowling teams 172 , — Greek-American Florists' Asso- ciation 179 — Florists' Club of Washington 244 — Indianapolis Florists' Club 244 —Detroit Florist Club 244 — A farmers' picnic 244 —•Greek-American Florists' pic- nic 255 — Market Gardeners' Association of Boston 280 noRTICULTURi: Page During Recess: — (Continued). —Albany Florists' Club 280 — Florists' and Gardeners' Club of Rhode Island 26 — New York and New Jersey As- sociation of Plant Growers 359 —Baseball at Chicago 422 — Retail Florists' Association of New York 456 — Rochestei- never tires 456 —Chicago prepares for Rochester. 456 ^Chicago sports; A presentation; Buffalo bowlers 486 — Astoria Florists' Bowling Club. 558 — Astoria Florists' Bowling Club; A toast; Chicago bowlers 590 —Chicago Bowling Club 732 E East and West, The 741, 823 Eastern Branch American As.soci- ation of Park Superintendents.. 342 Editorial : — Index to last volume; A business organization; A useful and prof- itable crop 6 — The Commonwealth Avenue trees; Special convention trans- portation rates refused; En- titled to a "square deal" 40 — Flowers and the Glorious Fourth; Floral gifts for gradua- tion scholars; To appeal to the S. A. P 70 — John Thorpe as we knew him; The Wizard at bay 140 — Applying the golden rule; Seed trade east and west; On to Cin- cinnati 134 — An alleged source of danger: Wood preservation; A local issue; A promising infant indus- try 168 -Birth of the S. A. P.; The field as planned; The path of pro- gress; Presidential recommenda- tions; Recapitulation; Privileges curtailed; Where the retailer should get busy; Horticulture at the Convention 204, 206 — A misleading abbreviation; Looking to the future 268 — Ours for the taking; Modern busines ways; How to "get there" 372 — A convention handicap; Exhibi- tion essentials; To insure uni- formity of judging 402 —The Florists' interest in local flower shows; Masters of then- art 434 — A memorable occasion; The or- chid as a florists' flower; Short- er hours 46S — After the cyclone; Mutual rela- tions of wholesaler and retailer; Now get busy 500 — The gardeners' predicament; Vicissitudes of the flower trade; The "sleepy" carnation 538 ■ — To restore New England's fruit prestige: State encouragement for horticulture; The dahlia's future 570 — Kniisting on new lines; A. prob- lem in which all are interested; Looking to harmony as condu- cive to prosperity 670 — Merry Christmas; Get busy for parcel post; Paying the piper... 914 ■ — Advancement on right lines; "If the blind lead tiie blind;" An assumption without foundation. 706 • Effect of cross pollination in hor- ticultuial plants 391 Page Elberon Horticultural Society 713, 848, 917 "■IJpidendrum decipiens .707 Euphorbia fulgens and E. Poinset- tia pulcherrima 133 European horticulture 7, 135, 337, 370, 539, 571, 669. *H;verblooming Crimson Rambler "Flower of Fairfield" 783 Explosion, An 906 Red Bank, N. J., Exhibition at 696 Fall planting, A suggestion for... 732 Fire Record 734, •870, 906,922 *Floral decorations at Alaska- Yukon-Paciflc Exhibition... .138, 371 ■^Floriculture at the University of Illinois 269 Florists' Hail Association 280 Flower City's flower show 638 Flower garden. View in 338 Flower Market lieports: —Boston.. 19, 51, 83, 115, 147, 179, 223, 287, 319, 351, 383, 415, 447, 479, 519, 551, 615, 651, 687, 722, 7.59, 795, 859, 9S5, 931. —Buffalo.. 19, 51„ 83, 115, 147, 179, 287, 31H, 351, 3S:i, 415, 479, 519, 55^ 615, 651, 722, 759, 795, 895. —Chicago.. 21, 51, 83, 115, 147, 179, 223. 287, 319, 351, 383, 415, 447, 479, 551, 615, 653, 687, 723, 759, 795, 859, 895, 931. —Detroit 83, 115, 321, 383, 415, 447, 481, 521, 551, 759, 859, 895, 931. —Indianapolis.. 23, 51, 85, 147, 223, 351, 385, 415, 447, 486, 553, 653. 723, 759, 897, 933. —New York— 21„ 53, 85, 117, 149, 179, 223, 287, 321, 353, 385, 417, 449, 481, 521, 553, 617, 653, 687, 723, 761, 797, 861, 897, 933. —Philadelphia.. 26, 51, 85, 115, 147, 179, 223, 287, 321, 351, 417, 449, 4*Jl, 519, 553, 615, 658, 687, 723, 761, 797, 861, 897, 933. —Rochester 26, 51, 223, 458 —Twin Cities 658 —Washington... 115, 481, 521, 658 —Winnipeg 383 Follies of 190S-'09, The 827 Forcing Spanish iris 791 Foreign notes 155 Freesias, New Hybrid 71 French bulb prospects 715 French Chrysanthemum Society.. 502 French gardening 825 Fuchsias , 435 Fungicide, A new 660 Galega Hartlandii 373 Garden leaves 403 Gardenia florida, Turkish method of cultivation of 169 Gardeners' and Florists' Club of Boston.... 72, 122, 156. 172, 280, 328, 374. 405, 436, 502, 541, 624, 694, 710, 780, 916. German Rose Amateur's Society.. 155 Geraniums, Progress in.. 779, 818, 878 -'Geranium Red Wing 877 Glimpse of California, A 924 (irandfather and the news, poetry. 371 Grand Rapids marketing plan, A 769 Great pomologist, A 403 "Green goods" 412 Greenhouses building or contem- plated... .30, 58, 94, 126, 158, 190, 256, 298, 330, 362, 394, 426, 458, 489, 530, 562, 626, 662, 698, 734, 770, 806, 870, 906, 841. Page Greenhouse Vegetable Growers' and Market Gardeners' Associa- tion 439 Green-striped maple worm 188 *Growing western nursery firm, A. 422 Gymnogrammas 39 H *Hall, W. C, Secretary 848 *Ilardy aster Annie 768 Hard wooded plants 359 •^Holiday essentials. Some 836 Honor to a Chicago nurseryman.. 406 Horticulture in France 922 Horticultural instruction 326 Horticultural Society of New York 44, *438, 606, 640, 710, 916 Hotel rates at Cincinnati 170 Hymn of thanksgiving, poetry.... 710 1 Illinois State Fair 541 Impatiens Holstii nana Liegnitzia, 76 Imnorters' protests ' 58 Incorporated 13, 49, 81, 122, 144, 252, 317, 362, 394, 413, 542, 660, 682, 770, 791, 90G, 928. Indianapolis personals. .. .221, 385, 456 Insect Friend, An 526 Insect pests. Protection against. . 829 Interests of retailer, wholesaler and grower in flower shows. The 781 International Horticultural Exhi- bition at Brussels 846 Iowa State Horticultural Society.. 918 Iris as a cut flower 265 *Iris pallida Dalmatica 696 Irondequoit peach prospects 187 Ixoras 265 Jubilee Flower Show for Harlem,. 45 Judging scales 504 Kansas City park system 527 "Keep Fishin", poetry 169 Ladies' Society of American Flor- ists 170 Lake development for civic beauty 830 Landscape gardeners 390 L'Association Franeaise des Ama- teurs et Jardiniers Chrysanthe- raistes 607 Leaf miner, A 93 Lenox Horticultural Society 326, .502, 903 Lenox, Mass., flower show 638 Lenox, Mass., notes 122 Levavaseur's 1909 rose novelties. . 543 Lilac, The 498 Lilies, Culture of 472 Liliiim auratum 546 Lilium longiflorum multiflonim crop in Japan, The 472 Lily bulb situation. The 407, 514 ■^Lonsdale banquet. The 637 Looking outward 782 Louisiana gulf red cypiess 59 M Madison, N. J., show Madison, N. J., Awards at. Mangan-ese in the soil .... Maple tree pest, A *Marie Corelll Sweet Pea. ... 639 ... 681 ... 338 ... 328 ... 829 Maryland State Horticultural So- ciety 919 Massachusetts Agricultural Col- lege 125 678 HORTICULTURE Page Massachusetts Horticultural So- ciety..10, 107, 251, 326, *437, 541. 696, 91S. *Matthews, W. G 649 Meritorious novelty, A 505 *Micheirs Purity a.ster 834 Milwaukee Florists' Club 883 Milwaukee flower show 344 Milwaukee show, Preparing for.. 9 Miller, President-elect A. L 882 Minneapolis, Joint meeting in.... 72 Minneapolis State Horticultural Society 918 Minnesota Horticultural Society.. 44 Minnesota State Florists' Associa- tion 107, 374, 470, 694, 781 Mississippi matters 685 Missouri Valley fair and exposi- tion 543 ■"Model of formal gardening, A . . . . 830 Morris County Gardenrs' and Flor- ists' Society 404, 902 Moss on lawns, To destroy 61 Moth killing beetles. The 61 Mt. Kisco flower show 698 Movements of gaideners 407,514 Mushrooms in carnation bed 636 N Narcissus, A profitless 75 ♦Narcissus J. B. M. Camm 542 Nashua, N. H., A visit to 883 Nashua, That trip to 920 Nassau County Horticultural So- ciety 107, 639, 711 National apple show 185 National Apple Show, Second.... 74 National Chrysanthemum Soci- ety 604, 748 National Dahlia Society 439, 604 National flower show 780 National fruit. Our, poetry 804 National inspection law needed... 188 National Nut Growers' Associa- tion 606 National Sweet Pea Society 44, 73, 607 National sweet pea show 9 Natural manures 339 Netherlands Society for Bulb Cul- ture 848 New Azalea indica 624 Ne-« Bedford Horticultural So- ciety 438 New Bedford notes... 278, 517, 613, 660 New Chinese vines and their uses. 466 New Davidias at Arnold Abore- tum 433 New England Dahlia Society 280, 404, 437, 471 New England fruit show 345, 4S7 New firms 349 New flower stores 13, 113, 144, 176, 316, 380, 412, 444, 476, 516, 54S, 612, 648. 684, 721, 756, 793, 851, 892, 928. New Jersey Florieultural Society.. 917 New London County Horticultural Society 9 New Orleans Flower Market 757 New Orleans Horticultural So- ciety 006, 748, 920 New Orleans notes.. . .659, 6S5, 853, 921 — Joint Meeting at 107 Newport Horticultural Society.... '*43, 254, 374, 436, 470, 885 New public parks and gardens in Germany 75 News notes 14, 17, 58, 92, 105, 106, 144, 145, 158, 190, 220, 221, 225, 252, 281, 296, 29S, 330, 359, 360, 390, 426, 454, 477, 530, 558, 562, 626, 661, 689, 708, 715, 733, 734, 754, 769, 806, 870, 927. New York Florists' Club 404, 540, 694, 882 Page New York and New Jersey Associ- ation of plant growers 848 New York's great flower show .... 673 New York Horticultural Import- ers' Protective Association 540 North Shore ,^ Horticultural So- ciety 255, 326, 374, 502, 749, 902 Nuisance condemned, A 113 Nurserymen in Ireland 374 Nurserymen pulling together. 141, 180 Obituary: — Alburger, Edward T., Jr., 488; Asehmann, Mrs. Godfrey, 73. — "'Barr, Peter, A Reminiscence, 488; Beach, John H., 658; Beirie, Nicholas, 154; Beneke, Richard G., 172; Bogie, Alex., 454; Breck- ner, Bernard, S03; Brown, George H., 802; Bi'own, J. Cros- by, 29; Brudahl, Jens Peterson, 802; Buillong, Lyman A., 695; Burbank, Mrs. Olive, 940; Burt- nett, A. G., 73. —Camp, W. H. De, 29; Copeland, Herman, 172; Cornell, Geo. H., 940; Cramer, C, 58; Cronan, Miss Anna, 803. — Dennis, James, 526; Dietrich, Augustus, 294; Dunlop, John W., 381; Du Planty, Albert, 829. — Falconer, Mrs. \Vm., 695; Fisher, Sewall, S81; Forbes, John, 48S; Franks, Mrs. H. J., SSI; Free, Mrs. Mary A., 623; Frost, Var- num, 172. —Graham, Edward O., 381; Grant, James S., 695; Gray, Mrs. Asa, 172; Gullett, W. H., 294. — Hagenburger, Philip, 73; Haines, Mrs. John E., 73; Hansen, Prof. Emil Christian, 349; *Harris, Wm. K,, 8^0; Hasselbring, B., 526; Hellenthal, John R., 172; Heller, Herbert, 106: Henson, George D., 658; Hubbard, Mrs. Gardiner G., 623. — Waters, T. M., In Memoriam, 454: Irwin, Andrew, S29. —■Johnson, "Thomas J., 488; Jones, Percy, 65S; Jordan, Mrs. Anna Brill, 29; *Jurgens, Carl, 802. — Kane, Mrs. Thomas, 294; Koer- ner, P'rank A., 413. — Lambert, George, 526; Lange, H. F. A., 750, 803; Langton, Daniel W., 29: Lenz, Otto C, 106; Ly- man, Edward M., 172. — Marks, Robert, S29; Massey, Mrs. Caroline C, 172; McDonald, Henry, 349; Menard, J. H., 750: Miller, David, 29; Millett, Hip- poly te, 695; Moore, Raymond, 829; Morgan, Aaron W., 454. — Olsen, Justen, 58. — Parrow, Thomas, 154; Pennock, Aldrich J., 294; Pere, Nardy, 904. — Ragan, Prof. AVm. H., 251; Raw- lings, F. E., 349; Reichspfarr, Albert, 695; Reynolds. Amos., 154; Richter, Wilhelm, 154. — Scanlan, Mrs. P., 349; Schmiedel, Ernest H., 731; Schneider, Fred- erick, S02; Seligman, John, 829; Smith, C. W., 106; Snyder, John, 294; Stark, B. W., 29; Steineke, A. W., 695. 731; *Sutermeister, E., 623. — Thompson, Samuel J., 731, 750; Thomson. David, 695; ""Thorpe, John, 106; ""Thurlow, Thos. C, 154. —Ulan, Thomas McKenna,- 731; Ullrich, A. C, 73. Page Obituary : —(Continued ) . —Walker, George, 172; Waters, T. M., 413. — Zappc, Fred, 558; Zschorna, John S., 558. *Odontoglossum crispum var. E. B. Dane 140 *Odontoglossum Insleayi 203 Oil as a fuel 90 Oncidium varicosum Rog'ersii . . . . 601 Orchids at Royal Horticultural So- ciety 730 ♦Orchids, Three good 467 Orchids, Treatment of newly im- ported 825 ♦Orders promptly filled 929 Packing flowers for shipment 785 *Palm group at Albany Florists' Club exhibition 781 Parcel post advocated 925 Park improvement for Washing- ton 187 Park superintendents at Minne- apolis 171 Paris autumn show 626 Paris spring show 60 Pasadena flower show 708 Patent granted 59, 94, 126, 158, 190, 256, 298, 330, 362, 394, 426, 489, 530, 626, 698, 734, 770, SOC, 870, 906, 926. Peaches, Pruning 823 Pennsylvania Horticultural Soci- ety 437, 780, 918 Peony growing, Some points on . . . 101 ♦Peonies at Cornell 390 Peonies, What 1909 has taught us about 497 Personal.. 12, 48, 81, 117, 144, 172, 220, 2S5, 317, 348, 380, 413, 456, 487, 517, 543, 613, 64U, 684, 732, 758, 792, 834, S92, 921.. Philadelphia: Her pre-eminence in floriculture; Men and firms that have attained distinction; sweet peas at Fordhook 229, 243 Philadelphia, Florists' Club of.... 137, 374, 640, 848 Philadelphia notes.. 8, .53, *32, 123, 145, 177, 289, 353, 381, *423, 4.55, 561, 6cS9, 725, 804, 834. Philadelphia show 675 ♦Phillpot, H. E 780 Pierson, Frank R., President-elect S. A. F 309 Pittsburg Florists' and Gardeners' Club 72, 405, 437, 540, 694, 917 Pittsbiirg florists and gardeners go visiting 696 Polygonum lanigerum *469 Portland's roses 940 ♦Portola, Trophies at the Flower and Fruit Show 541 Potash for sale to all 890 Proposed flower show at Lincoln, Neb 925 Prospective exhibitions 558 Pterostyrax (Halesia) hispida,.. 636 Publications received. .46, 124, 362, ,394, 442, 514, 6J0, 662, 697, 770, 940. Railroad gardening 527, *924 Railroad gardeners' convention... 327 ♦Rambler rose. Lady Duncan 712 Rambles in the Black Hills 465 Rehmannia augulata 202, 339 ♦Reid, Wm 917 ♦Relics of the San Francisco fire. . 74 Results obtained by German hy- bridists. Some 842 Retail trade notes 648 HORTICULTURE Page Rhode Island, Florists' and Gar- deners' Club of 711 Rhode Island Horticultural So- ciety 710 Rhododendron exhibition, A 7 Rhododendron Indicum, Syn. Aza- lea indica 5 ■►Rice, Ren H 74 Richmond (Ind.) notes 122 Robertson, James 8>i5 Rochester Commercial Florists' Association 919 ♦Rochester flower show 674 Rochester notes 13, 317 •Rocky Mountain rambles. .. .165, *199 *Rose, A new Rambler 636 •Rose Dr. W. Van Fleet, New 785 Rose in South Africa, The 401 Roses at Auburn, R. 1 441 Roses and their culture for com- mercial purposes 173, 295 Roses, Notes on newer 506 "■Roses, Two new climbing 105 Roses, Three good garden 537 Rqses under glass 466 — Killarney dropping leaves 768 Royal Horticultural Society. .108, 140, 27S. 358, 471, 503, 542, 679, 780. 916. S •Sabbatia chloroides 305 Salvia Sethellli 510 Sassafras officinale 281 Scarcity of azaleas and palms 469 Science outlook, The 278 Search for new fern forms. The.. 508 Seed Trade: 1> — The Niagara convention; Pres- ent crop conditions; Notes 14 — The Spencer type of sweet peas; Wholesale Grass Seed Dealers' Association 46 — Secretary Wilson's reported re- tirement; The corn crop; Pea prospects; A good outlook; Notes 77 — Seed legislation, its uses and abuses; Philadelphia seed trade notes 78 —The National Organization of Seed Analysts 109 — About Danish root seed 110 — Notes 122 — Seed trade latitude; A short crop of peas and beans; Cali- fornia seed crops; About vine seeds; Notes 142 — The other side of the free seed controversy; Notes; Incorpor- ated 174 — Crop failures sometimes a bless- ing; Avoid surpluses; The vege- table crop; The canners' Inter- ests; Crop conditions; Notes... 218 — The effect of recent raius on crops; Shortage of pea crop a certainty 282 —American Seed Trade Associa- tion ; Notes 315 — The corn outlook; Pea delivery below 50 per cent.; Beans Im- proving; Optimistic feelings; Newark enterprise; A great fair; The bulb season in Hol- land; Notes on nursery stock... 346 —The pea seed crop; Shortages difficult to cover; A Nebraska report; Trans-Atlantic items of interest 37g —The attitude of the department; *An enterprising seed house; Notes 410 . —A Philadelphia outing; Notes; Catalogues received 442 —Seed corn; Seed peas; Pea quo- Page Seed Trade: — (Continued), tations; The shortage in vine seeds; We told you so; Californ- ia beans; The corn pack; Notes 473 — * Another seed farm for Burpee; A wedding in Cambridge, N. Y. 474 — British vegetable trials; Contra- band tobacco; The grass seed market; The history of alfalfa or lucerne; The aster seed crop. 512 — The Burpee purchase; Crop news; Notes 544-546 — Wholesale Seedmen's League; "Farmer's Alaskas"; Vine seeds short; Notes; Catalogues re- ceived 608 — Sweet pea trial grounds 610 — About wholesale prices; For the good of the trade; Notes 646 — Dissolution of partnership; Ad- vance in contract growing prices; Philadelphia seed notes; Continental early vegetables and salad plants; Notes 682 — "Future" peas and beans; Effect of decreased averages; In justice to the growers; The bean situa- tion; About Limas 718 — The American Seed Trade Asso- ciation ; Notes 754 — ^A new corn from China; A cor- rection 790 — Crop estimates and shortages; Relations of supply men and canners; Dutch seed trade 845 —Opposition to pea and bean con- tract prices; Postage on sealed seed packets; Short deliveries on garden beet seed; Notes 890 — The canners and their allies; Postage on sealed seed packets; Danish cabbage seed crop; Notes fi'om Lompoc; Notes 926 Shaw's Garden 344 Significance of the Cookson form- ula 101 Society of American Florists' Con- vention 9, 43, 72, 107, 342, 405, 439, 470, 540, 605, 640, 749, 920. — Preliminary program for the convention; Transportation; Trade exhibit; A word from President Valentine; Cincinnati convention notice 136 — Hotels recommended 137 — Convention prospectus and pro- gram for 1909; Portraits Presi- dent J, A. Valentine and other oflicers 208 to 211 — Rochester's ambition; Mr. Rudd's views approved; Ladies' Society of American Florists.... 211 — The opening session; President's address; .Secretary's report 270 to 274 —The exhibition; Wednesday's sessions; Rochester the next meeting place; The national flower show 275 — Thursday morning's session; *H. B. Dorner 276 — That first meeting; Plant regis- tration; New York to Cincinnati 277 —The Cincinnati souvenir; A cor- rection 278 — Convention report completed; Thursday evening; Friday; The exhibition; *List of exhibitors; Convention notes; *Frederick W. Vick, Vice-president-elect; The shooting contest; Ladies' bowling; The bowling tourna- ment; Report of Legislative Committee concerning ice charges; Annual report of Mary- land State Vice-president. 310 to 314 Page Society notes from abroad 504 Soils and fertilizers for rose grow- ing 820 Soluble oils for San Jose Scale, The 904 Southern California notes 85 Southampton Horticultural So- ciety 215 Specialties, Some Roehrs 505 Spokane aster show 505 St. Louis Florist Club. .72, 280, 342, 882 St. Louis Horticultural Society. . . 606, 640, 709 St. Louis personal and news notes 13, 145, ISl, 221, 456 St. Louis show as a lady saw it. The 709 Stalk borer, The 282 Steamer departures 12, 48, 80, 112, 144, 220, 348, 3S0, 412, 444, 476, 516, 612, 648, 684, 720, 756, 792, 851, 892, 928. Streator winter vegetable growers 422 Stuart Low & Co. nurseries., 90 Summer outing, A 375 Sweet pea notes 915 Sweet Williams 17 T Tariff, The new 225 Tarrytown Horticultural Society's flower show 674 Texas Nurserymens' Association. 9 Thalictrum dipterocarpum 777 Thorpe, John, Funeral of 154 Totty leases Florham Farms greenhouses : 75 To unite retail florists 712 Trade notes 720 Trans-Atlantic notes 815, 915 Trans-Atlantic plant notes 203 Trees of Commonwealth Avenue, The 41 Tree preservative 636 Thurlow, Thomas C, Tribute to.. 169 Trip through Belgium and France, A 373 Triumphant insecticide, A 661 "Trying to make an impression... 893 U ¥se and abuse of a great conven- ience 112 U. S. Department of Agriculture, Some work as affecting floricul- ture 559 V Viger, Mons 504 Violet outlook. The 407 Visit of Rhenish nurserymen to Treves 269 W Washington, -Florists' Club of 44, 255, 848 Washington flower show 676 Washington notes 8, 105, 612, 928 Water scenery in the garden 38, 102, 743 White Orchids, An imposing ex- hiliit of 42 *When the Chowder Club buys... 851 ■"Why florists grow grey 757,793 Wood concrete and Xylolith 360 Worcester County exhibition 708 Wild birds. Our 341 Wireless from Connecticut, By 441 Wireless from the Heart of the Commonwealth, By 469 Y •Young's John, Window 521 A Field of Puke Type Bermuda Lilies At Sunnylands. Bermuda eyoreafo the^ im J5Q/ro//, AfASJ, "$ cSi/i>>5cr/ph'on, ^100 \ HORTICULTURE July 3, 1909 100.000 PEONIES P FOR FALL DELIVERY All of the Leading Varieties from the Cottage Gardens' Famous Collection. Our enormous stock enables us to send out tubers of the very highest quality, and in filling orders we use undivided roots only — assuring an abundance of flowers the first season. This year we offer one, two and three year plants. WHOLESALE LIST NOW READY. SEND FOR A COPY. Cottage Gardens Company, Inc. QUEENS, LONG ISLAND, NEW YORK CHRYSANTHEMUMS. "Not small weak runty stock g:rown under bencfaes, but the kind that brings back Dollars for Pennies." WHITE : Earliest OcioberFrost (We have extra fine large stock of this variety), Mrs. Henry Robin- ton, Clementine Touset, Alice Byron, Timothy Elaton, Merry Christmas, White Bonnaffon. YELL*>W : Monrovia, HalHday, Appieton, Bon- nafion, Eaton, Chatauqua Gold. PINK: Maud Dean, Dr. Enguchardt. RED: Intensity, Schrimpton. All these varieties, rooted cuttings $3.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. 3J4 in. $3.00 per 100; $25.00 per 1000. Golden Wedding, R. C. $3.00 per 100; $27.50 per 1000. aJ4 in $4.oDper 100; $35.00 per 1000. Golden Glow, R. C. $5.00 per 100. 3% inch $6.00 per lOo. PQCFC a in. or 2^ in. 3 in. or 3^ in. ^''^ -^" 100 1000 100 1000 American Beauties $7.00 $65.00 $9.00 $85.00 Killamey — Own roots. $6.00 $55.00 7.50 Mrs. Potter Palmer 5.C0 45.00 6.50 POEHLMANN BROS. COMPANY, 3 in. or 2V2 in. Bridesmaids \ 100 1000 Brides J $5.00 $45.00 Richmond . . ) Kaiserine 5.00 45.00 $6.50 Uncle John 4.00 35.00 Morton Grove, III. Bride, Maid, Richmond, Perle, 4 in. stock, $8.00 per 100; $7500 per 1000 Mrs. Jardine, My Maryland, Rhea Reid, Beatrice, 4 inch, $12 00 per 100 GRAFTED My Maryland, Golden Gate, Mrs. Jardine, Rhea Reid, $2000 per 100. Fine 4 inch stock. These are in splendid shape for immediate planting. Asparagus Plumosa and Sprengeri, year old plants from bench, $8.00 per 100; $75 00 per 1000. CHARLES H. TOTTY, Madison, N.J. Excellent stock. Ready for benching. Free from mildew and not pot bound. KILLARNEY, R CHMOND. CHATENAY. MR^. POTTEK PALMER. B IDES. AND BRIDESM 'IDS 3 in. pots ready for ^ in.. $;.oo per hundred, $+0.00 \.er thousand. BRIDES and BRIDESMAIDS. a>6 in. pots, $(.co per hundred, $35 co per thousand. S. J. leEJUTEJR *B SO:iV, Inc., XVt?ste*-l5?-, I*. 1. SMITH'S dirysanthemum Manual The Most Complete Treatise on This Subject Elmer D Smith & Co., Adrian, Mich. CARNATIONS F. DORNER & SONS CO. LaFayette, ind. Cannas Dry roots: Italia, Cleveland, Austria, Egandale, Marlbo- ro ugh, America, Penna, Black Beauty, $1.50 per 100, Kate Gray, mixed with red, $1.2S per 100 Asparagus Spren- geri, 2 in., $1.75,3 in. $4.00, 4 in., $6 00 per 100. Dracaena indiv, 4 in.. 10c. English Ivy. 2 in $2.00; R.C. 75c per : 00. Rex Begonia, a in., 3c J. H. DAK1 IL SON. - WESTFULB. H. Y. See offer of Frank Sokol Under Classification of Bedding Plants Page 910 this issue P^EONIES 16 Acres for Fall Delivery. WRITE FOR PRICES. GILBERT H. WILD, Sarcoiie, Mg, THE BOSTON VIOLET Unequalled for Productiveness, beauty and Popularity. In Crop from September to May. Plants $a.0o per doz; Sia.ro per loo; $ioo.oo per looo. Princess of Wales $15 oo per jooo. Cliftondale Mass. WILLIAM SIM Surplus Stock to Close Out .-iiisn-iH and AraL-iican Cann.ns. 3 kinds of Ucrt AltC'i-nautliera. Viucas from 5 In. pots. Blue Agei-atum from 2'^ and 3^4 in. pots. GoJdon Bedder Coleus. All in flrst class condition. Write for prices. WHITTET & CO., - Low.ll, Mass. In writing advertisers Icindly men- tion HORTICULTURE. fADIIATinilC Fine Healthy stock UllnllAI lUllO Prom 2 Inch Pots. Per loo Per looe Preg. Seelye ... $6.00 $50.00 White Enchantress, Beacon 4.50 40.00 Victory, WInsor, flelody, Kinjcston Pet- - - 4.00 35.00 Daheim, Lady Bountiful, Hrs. Lawson, White Lawson, Red Lawson, Variegated Lawson 3.50 30.00 CHRYSANTHEMUMS ^Cu^.. O. W. Childs. niss Clay Frick. White Shaw. Kariy Snow, Hrs. Jas. flarshall. Hayor Weaver, The Harriott, Yellow Eaton, $2.00 per 100. $IS 00 per tOOO. A. J. Balfour, Autumn Glory, Ada 5pauld> ing, Dr. Enguehard D'e>r Light Salmon Piuk Carna- tion for 1910. $12.00 per 100. $100.00 per 1000. A. E. Hunt & Co., Evansville, III. Chicago Carnation Co., Joliet, III. Hunt Bros., - - Park Ridge, III. A SPECIALTY The Dingee&ConardCo.wy Begonia GloiTede Lorraine Leaf Stock. June Delivery. $15 per 100, $145 per lOOO, from 2% in pot5 Stock guaranteed to be absolutely free from diseaee. TH0IVIA8 ROLAND NAHANT, MASS- ASTER PLANTS. Setnples Branching, Vicks and Queen of the Market fine plants grown from the bc'l see*,!, 3 colors, $2.so per loco; 5000 for $1000. Cabbage, Tomato and Celery Plants, all kinv5s, fine plants, $1.00 per 1 00: $S OD per 10 on . Peppen and CaulifloH er. Kest kinds. $2. CO per icoo. J. C. SCHMIDT, Bristol, Pa. July 3, 1909 HORTICULTURE WHITE KILLARNEY It is needless to say much about the value of this NEW WHITE ROSE its value is so well established. In support of this statement, we might say that we intend to plant not less than 20,000 for our own growing. We have a splendid stock of both grafted and own-root plants, which we can deliver immediately on receipt of order, — gilt-edged planting stock. We guarantee perfect satisfaction. STRONG PLANTS. 2% In. pots, own=root, $30.00 per 100; 250 for $70.00; $250.00 per 1000. GRAFTED fLANTS, $35.00 per 100; 250 tor $82.50; $300.00 p;r 1000. SPECIMEN HYDRANGEAS Large Plants Grown in Tubs and Half-Barrels for July and August Flowering We make a specialty of these, and have a granJ lot of plants in the finest possible condition. Our plants have never been so well budded as they are this season. Pine plants in tubs, $2.00 and $3.00 each. Large plants In half-barrels, $5.00 and $7.50 each. A FEW SEASONABLE SPECIALTIES BOXWOOD PTRAMIDAX. Fine plants 3 ft. high, $2.00 each ; 4 ft. high, J3-00 each; i^^ ft. high, ?4.00 each. BCBBER PLANTS (Ficus elastica). Very large, busby plants In tubs 4 ft. high, fine for summer decoration, $3.50 each. PHOENIX BOKBELENI. Extra fine plants, 5-In. pots, $18.00 per dozen. CROTONS. Strong plants, 3-ln. pots, $3.00 per dozen ; 5-in. pots, $6.00 per dozen ; 6-ln. pots, $9.00 per dozen. CANNAS. Buttercup, Souv. d'Antoine Crozy, Plerson's Premier, Mile. Berat. I. Patry, Florence Vaughan, etc. Strong started plants, 3iA-in. puts, $5.00 per 100, $40,00 per 1000; dor- mant roots, $3.00 per 100, $20.00 per 1000. CALADIUM ESCUI-ENTL'M. Started plants, $6.00 per 100. C.4STOR OIL. BEANS (Bicinus). 3%- iu pots, $6.00 per 100. MUSA ENSETE (Abyssinian Banana). S-in. pots, $1.00 each. OEK.\NIUMS. Double Gen. Grant. Ex- tra fine plants iu bud and bloom, IVi-in. pots, $8.00 per 100. GER.AMVMS, assorted. In bud and bloom, 3V4-in. pots. $6.00 per 100. NASTURTIUMS. 3y2-in. pots, bushy, ,$4.00 per 100. ENfiLISH IVY. 3y2-in. pots, $12.00 per 100. GERMAN IVY. 100. AMPELOPSIS >%-in. pots, $3.00 per VEITCHII. Strong plants, 4-in. pots, $15.00 per 100. F. R. PIERSON CO. Tarrytown-on-Hudson, 9 NEW YORK Araucarias 0M5 Specialty Araucarla Robusta Compacta and Excelsa QIauca, Specimen Plants, Spring 190S importa- tion, 7 inch pots, 25, 30, 38, 40 inches high. 6 years old, s_itable for the veranda, porch or lawn, $2.00, $2.50, $3.00 each, worth double that amount. Sama Varieties, April 1009 importation, 15- 20-32 inches high, $1.00, $1.25, $1,5). Araucarla Hxcelsa, 5, 5J4, 6 inch pots, 2-3-4 years old, 40c., 50c , 6oc-, 75c., $i.ot. Keatia Forsteriana. 6-7 inch pots, 25, 30, 40, 50 inches high, $1,00, $1.25, $1 50, $200, $3.00 each. B«lmoreana, 6 inch pots, 5 to 6 leaves, $1.00, $1.25, $1 50. Cocos Weddellana, 3-4 inch, 15c., 18c,, 25c. Adisntum HybHdum. valuable for fronds for cutting, big bushes suitable for 6, 7, S inch pots, 30C., 4cc., 50c Areca lutescens, 4 inch, 25c. Begonia Glolre de Lorraine. 4 inch, 25c. Lonsdale light pink and the dark pink. Sago paicns. loc. per leaf. Cash with order please. GODFREY ASCHMANN Importer and Wholesale Grower of Pot Plants 1012 W. Ontario St., PHILADELPHIA, PA. All goods must travel at purchaser's ri»k BargainsinMidseason 'Mums; the Leaders, Novel ies of Last Year. You cannot afford to be without the new Oolden Eagle yellow, and Poehlmann, white, or Lynwood Hall, prize winning white, of last year. We have plenty of A 1 stock ; 2^ inch $4 per 100. $35 per lOOO; R. C. $3 per 100, $35 per 1000. All late standards except Chadwicks, $20 per M. for 2^, and $15 for R C. SURPLUS BEDDING STOCK out of 2j^ and s, any separate or assorted, at $1.50 per 1(10. French and African Marigolds, Tagetes, Helianthus, cue, Ice Pinks, Qerman Ivies, Lobelias single and dble , Coteus asstd., Vellew Alternantheras, Thunbergia*. etc. Cannas, 4 inch, assid , 4c, $30 per 1000. I. M.RAYNER,Creenport,t.l ,N.Y. A. N. PIERSON, Inc., Cromwell, Conn. WHITE KILLARNEY (Waban Strain) :ioo sm.oo 250 $82 50 SCO $150 00 1000 $310.00 2500 $687.60 "6OOO: $1,2i in pots, $2.00 per 100. SALLEROI. Ror>ted Cuttings, $1 on per lOU, 2 !< in. pots, $2.50 per 100. CHRVSANTHEHUnS IN QUANTITY. Catalogue on ApplJcallOB. PEACOCK'S CELEBRATED NEW DAHLIAS JACK ROSE and other cut- flower sorts. SEND FOR CATALOG. Peacock Dahlia Farms Wllllamstown Junction, N.J, DAHLIAS. Now is the time la place your order lor bulbe which w Ul fauun f ou getting named ▼»■ letlcs in any quantity; prompt delivery. OAVID HERBERT & SON, Successors to L. K. Peacocki loc A.TrOO, PS.J. tl ORTICU LT U RE July 3, 1909 HEAGOCK'S KENTIAS Our stock consists of healthy, HOME-GROWN WELL ESTABLISHED Plants. Keniia Belmoreana Each. Doz. 6-in. pot. 6 to 7 leaves. 22 to 24 in. high $1.00 $12.00 6-in. pot, 6 to 7 leaves, 24 to 26 in. high 1.25 15.00 6-in, pot, 6 to 7 leaves, 26 to 28 in. high 1.50 18.00 9-in. tub, 6 to 7 leaves, 42 to 48 in. high 5.00 Kentia Forsteriana Each. Per doz. 6-in. pot, 5 to 6 leaves, 28 to 30 in. high $1.00 $12.00 6-in. pot, fi leaves, 30 to 32 in. high 1.25 15.00 5-in. pot, 6 leaves, 34 to 36 in. high 1.50 18.00 Made=up Kentia Forsteriana 9-in. tub, 4 plants, 42 to 48 in. high $ 4.00 each 12-in. tub, 4 plants, 6 feet high, heavy 15.00 each 12-in. tub, 4 plants, 6 to S feet high, heavy 20.00 each Joseph Heacock Co., wyncote. pa.| Kentia Belmoreana Delivery from now on. Per looo Per ico aK inch plants, fine bushy stuff 75.00 8,00 Cocos Weddelliana Per lOoo Per io« Fine established healthy plants from 3^ in. pots $90- CO $10.00 Satisfaction Guaranteed, 0. V. ZAN6EN. Seedsman, Hoboken, N. J. NEPHROLEPiS MAGNIFICA THE SENSATIONAL NOVELTY Strong 2V^-lD. stock, $25.00 per 100. WHITMANII SH-lo., f40.00 per 1000; 3H-Id., from Beoch, $8.00 per 100. H. H. BARROWS & SON. WHITMAN. MASS. PALMS ,,, FERNS DECORATIVE PLANTS JOHN SCOTT Rutland Road and E. 4Sth St. TW. ,890 Bedford BROOKLYN, N.Y. ORCHIDS! Most ct nur healthy established planta are sold, many importations are nearly to be hi. ORDONEZ BROS. .Madison, N.J. In ordering goods please add "I saw It in HORTICULTURE." Palms Shrubs ^^^ nORiST Send for Our Catalogue. Ferns Perennials The GEO. WITT BOLD CO., 16 57 Buckingham Place, Chicago, III. FERNS FOR DISHES, CASH WITH ORDER 2670 to S606 TV, Adams St., Chicago* III. Assorted Varieties From a inch pots, $3 50 per 100 ; $30.00 per 1000 FRANK OECHSLIN LAGER ®. HURRELL ORCHIDS Established and Fresh Imported. SUMMIT, N. J. ORCHIDS AiTivert ill 5iU' condition. Pattleyas Laldata. Mnssiae, Mendel I'. HaiTisor.iiie, Dowiana, Trinnae. I'dTi-i^ aliana. Gipas. Dendrobi- ui -s Xobih'. Wardianiim. Formosum (iigantcum. Oncidiiims. Varioosiim Ko^or- .*iii. '^nn-'olnr. AVill airivo in a few day?* C. CARRILLO & BALDWIN, Secaucus, N.J. FRESH IMPORTED ORCHIDS. Arrived in Splendid Condition: Cattleya Trjanae, Mosslae, Gigas, Skinnerii, Oncidulm Splendid- um.Orolthorrhynchum.WentworthanumPha- laenopsls Schlllerlana and Amabilis. Lycaste Skinnerii, Vanda Boxallli. Laeija Superbieus Odontoglossum grande. Write for prices. JOSEPH A MANDA. 191 Valley Road West Orange, N. J. IMPORTED ORCHIDS Now Arriving Julius Roehrs Co. RUTHERFORD, N. J. ORCHIDS lMifg«t Importert, Matporier; Qnn»r« and HybrUUtU im ttu WorU Sander, St. Alban», England and 236 Broadway, Room I NEW YORK CITY July 3, 1909 HORTICULTURE Rhododendron indicum; Syn, Azalea indica Enormous mmibers of this beautiful greenhouse flow- ering shrub are bought every fall for forcing purposes, and a gi-eat many find their way the following spring to the rubbish pile simply because their culture is not understood by the purchaser. This state of affairs can easily be remedied if the following suggestions are car- ried out fully, and perhajjs someone will be convinced of the folly of discarding valuable plants, and of spending money needlessly upon new stock. After the plants have flowered all dead blossoms and seed pods should be removed, taking care not to injure any new shoots which may he ajipearing, as these will furnish the flower buds for the coming season. If neces- sary, the plants should 'then be repotted, four-fifths of fibrous peat and one-fifth of sand being a good potting compost. Firm potting is essential. After potting, the plants should be placed in a green- house with a temperature ranging between 60 and 70 degrees F. They should be syringed three or four times a day to aid in the production of new wood and to pre- vent the attacks of red spider, thrips, etc., to which the plants are susceptible. By this treatment a nice head of growth will Ije produced, and it is not necessary to prune away an}' wood, except to shape the plants. They can either be trained in a pyramidal or bush form. In . the f 0! mer case, bamboo canes will be essential ; these must be driven into the soil and a leading shoot selected and trained thereto. About the middle or end of May the plants should be removed to a cold frame and allowed to remain until thoroughly hardened off, or, if no cold frame is avail- able, they should be jDlaced in a sheltered place and cov- ered at night in case of frost. After all danger of frost is past, the pots should be plunged to the rims in coal ashes in a position sheltered from strong winds, but to which a fair amount of sunshine has access. This pro- cedure will not only provide an anchorage for the plants but will also prevent the soil moisture from escaping too rapidly, thus saving extra labor in watering. Although the Rhododendron tribe will stand more •water at the roots than most hard-wooded ericaceous plants, care must be taken in this respect. Xever allow the soil to become sodden, as this results in the death of the young fibrous roots: on the other hanrl, a too dry condition must be avoided. A good plan is to tap the pots, and the answering ring will indicate approximate- ly the amount of moisture present in the soil. If a dull sound is heard the plants will not require water; if a sharp ring, the reverse. Syringing sliould be practised at least twice daily in drv weather. This will encourage a nice clean growth until the flower buds begin to form. Toward the fall of the year syringing should be dis- continued, and previous to the appearance of frost the plants should be removed to a cool greenhouse, thence placed in heat as required for forcing. Excessive heat is not conducive to the successful forcing of any hard- wooded plant, therefore . a temperature of from 50 to 60 degrees F. is high enough to start, and a temperature of 7.5 ought to be regarded strictly as the maximum. Rhododendron indicum, as imported, usually pos- sesses a fine root system, which is due to the peaty soil in which it has been grown. As soon as it is in the liands of florists it is either potted in peat, or, in the greater number of cases, in loam. If in the latter, it will be observed that very few roots are formed, thus proving that loam is not" at all desirable as a rooting medium, and when used alone is certainly not conducive to the production of a healthy root system. Our failures and those of others teach us better les- sons than our successes, and we must discriminate be- tween the right and the wrong methods in order to be successful cultivators of any kind of plants. ^ / ^ {Nrr^ Notes from the Arnold Arboretum A handsome species and very distinct from all other commonly cultivated Clematis is the new Clematis erio- poda (C. tangutica) from North Tibet with large yellow nodding flowers. It is a woody climber growing about ten feet high and having finely divided foliage and bright yellow bell-shaped flowers about two inches long, in shape resembling a half open yellow Tulip with pointed petals; the flowers, however, are not borne up- right, but nodding at the end of long and slender stalks and are in shape and color very unlike any other Cle- matis. The flowers appear successively during June and July and are followed by very ornamental heads of fruits with long feathery tails which persist on the plant until autumn. Clematis eriopoda has proved per- fectly liardy at the Arboretum and is to be recommended as well for its attractive 'flowers as for its ornamental feathery fruits. Another handsome and interesting vine and quite new to cultivation is Periploca sepium introduced into the Arnold Arboretum by Mr. J. G. Jack of the Arnold Ar- boretum who collected seeds three years ago in northern China. It is closely related to the Mediterranean P. graeca which is in cultivation since a long time, but little planted in this country; it is not perfectly hardy in this latitude, while P. sepium appears to be quite hardy, as is to be expected from plants native to north- ern China. The Chinese species does not seem to be such a vigorous grower as P. graeca which reaches a height of about forty feet; it is smaller in every part. Its dark green lustrous leaves are about two to three inches long and narrowly lanceolate in outline: tlie flow- ers appear in June and July "on slender stalks in few- flowered clusters in the axils of the leaves : they are dark purple when they open, changing later to greenish or greenish purple, almost globular in shape and one-third of an inch in diameter : this peculiar shape is caused by the recurved petals which bear besides five thread-like curved appendages arranged around tlie short stamens. The flowers are not fragrant as are those of P. graeca. The light green slender pods about three inches in length and disposed in pairs are also attractive. The chief or- namental vahie of this vine lies in the dark green lus- trous foliaarc which remains unchanfred wntil late in fall. 6 HORTICULTURE J^i^ 3, i909 ¥J'^^'0'¥*¥^^¥ T¥ 'TP'W yRTT "'i'ls variety of subjects treated on by writers of repute ^;^———^^———---^——^^^^—-——--^—-—---^-^--—--—-- in the gardening, floral, seed, landscape, or nursery de- 70L, X JULY 3, 1909 NO. 1 partments of horticulture and, as it represents no small PUBLISHED WEEKLY BY amoiuit of labor we hope it will be appreciated and pre- HOB.TICULTURE PUBLISHING CO. served with a view to future convenience. We are 11 Hamilton Place, Boston, Mass. ready for suggestions from our friends as to topics that w« , Jt'wT.^T TJ'^"' ''h m they would like to see covered more fully in the volume ^VM. J. STEWART, Editor and Manager -^ , , . , , _,/ r^^i=^=^z=^z^==^==^^=:== whien begins with the present issue. 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A business cruighed lOOking faCBS wMcll appeal ID. under the Act of Congress of March 7, 1879. . . . . organization the group picture on another page of this ^O^TENTS issue will convince anyone but the most Page •' COVER ILLUSTRATION— Field of Pure Type Bermuda hardened sceptic that the American Seed Trade Associa- L'lies. „ . , „ . ,,,^,„ . tion is composed of men of more than ordinary force and RHODODENDRON LNDICUM, SYN. AZALEA INDICA— ^ . , ■, ,. , H.J.Moore 5 ability. Adversity is a capital demonstrator of what NOTES FROM THE ARNOLD ARBORETUM-Alfred ^ ^^gj-g jg j^ 3 ,„an, a business, or a society and there is European' horticulture— Frederick Moore! '.'.'.'.'.'. 7 no better way to bring to the front the "choice and mas- A rhododendron exhibition-w. h. Adsett 7 jer spirits" than to force upon them a condition of con- HYBRID calceolarias— George T. Stewart '^ ^- ^ , m, 1 , j i, -u xi AFTER adjournment 8 tmuous struggle. The harsh cadence of many a hotly BACK TO PURE TYPE— Illustrated 8 contested encounter with the trained warhorses of na- NEWS OF THE CLUBS AND SOCIETIES ^j ^^ legislative bodies has kept the American seeds- Pennsylvania Horticultural Society — New London ° j 1 x 1 •±- ^ County Horticultural Society— Connecticut Horticul- man very much awake and no one who takes a critical tural Society— Texas Nurserymen's Association— look at the picture aforesaid will doubt that the seeds- Preparing for Milwaukee Show— Society ot Ameri- man is well qualified to battle for what he considers to can Florists' Convention-National Sweet Pea Show. 9 , ^^ • j^^ ^ ^^^ ^ j^ ^^ ^ ^ ^ ^^^ ^^^^ Massachusetts Horticultural Society — American As- , , • i ^ ,■ n , p ■ t sociation of Park Superintendents— Buffalo Florists' this last convention was a model of seriousness and Club— Birmingham Botanical and Horticultural So- decorum; a perusal of the addresses and discussions dis- ciety— American Carnation Society 10 closes an earnestness in tlie consideration of momentous OF iNTEREsf 'ro^RE^^TAlL FLORISTS: '' ^^t'tions which stamps the American Seed Trade Asso- Steamer Departures 12 ciation as an aggressive business organization and its Flowers by Telegraph— New Retail Stores 13 Niagara Falls meeting as an event of more than ordi- THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE FLORIST BUSINESS— nary importance. "Long may they wave." F. Danzer 13 SEED TRADE: The general complaint of low quality The Niagara Convention— Present Crop Conditions — . ,,<:pf,,i • ii, t a i j. • i • j,jQjgg 14 A useful m the cut flower product as received m AMERICAN SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION— Continua- and profitable the wholesale markets everywhere since tion of Couvention Report — Illustrated 16-17 -mn 11 i i. j: t ■ i n • it- FLOWER MARKET REPORTS: '''°P tl'^ advent of torrid weather is nothing Boston, Buffalo 19 but what experience has taught us to pSelphra!a°dfanapolis; Rochester:: ;;:::'. :::;::; II '^^■Pect at this season, in fact, we believe it was de- DURING RECESS: ' ' ferred to a later date this season than has been the case ^L^ule^Bln'oame''.'!"'."^: .!"".'.'"!''r;^.'!^ .'"''''': 28 ^'^ ^'^'^ y^^'^' ^^ such times the roses grown in what OBITUARY: are known as cold houses are a boon to the florist who David Miller— Daniel W. Langton— Mrs. Anna Brill ■ . rtiaintain a rpmitatioTi for hi'crh nnalitv amono- Jordan-E. W. Stark-J. Crosby Brown— W. H. De '^"^^'^ '° maintain a reputation tor liigli quality among Camp 29 his customers and we have often wondered why more of MISCELLANEOUS: ^l^p^g u^^^A houses" are not operated by the large grow- A Hardy Yellow Carnation 8 r .? & & Washington Notes 8 ers who seek to maintain a reputation as reliable sources Philadelphia Notes 8 ^f g^^ppl.^, the vear round. Nothing more beautiful can Personal 12 » ', ' ^ St. Louis Personal and News Notes 13 be found than the Carnots and Kaiserins produced by Rochester Notes 13 this svstem during the recent heated spell when every- Incorporated 13 ■ ° ^ ■> Business Changes 13 thing else succumbed and they saved the day m many News Notes 14-27 instances where presentable flowers were needed for the Sweet Williams 17 ^wect graduate or June bride. There are liiindreds of GreeX use°s''Buiiding' or Contempiated: '.'.'.'.'.'.'.'.'.'.'.'. 30 '^o^^P^ ^^^^ P^^^t their usefulness for the production of — winter roses but too good to be demolished which might The complete index to the contents of ''^ closed down in November and started up again in . index to A^ol. IX goes as a supplement with this February and made to produce crops for Easter June ° , , ,., , , , and midsummer, vieldmg a better net profit than if car- last volume number. It should serve as a valuable ^-^^-^ ^^ -^ ^j^p ^^;^^^^ ^^^^^^ ^^^ no doubt the list of reference list for those of our readers varieties adapted to tlii? method of treatment might be who luav at any time desire reliable information on the largely extended, with a little experimentation. July 3, 1909 H O R T 1 C U L T U R E. European Horticulture CAXXAS OF MERIT The names of the varieties of camias given below.may be new to some of the readers of Horticulture, but in regard to the beauty of the flowers and freedom to bloom they are practically jewels of great value and among the best varieties we possess. Feuermeer, a most abun- dant bloomer, the flower of moderate size, of vermillion color, and the leaves dark green. In growth it is of medium height. R. Wallace is also of medium height, the leaves green; the flowers, a bright canary color, of large size with petals of great breadth. The flower is loosely formed. Isabella Breitschwert. The plant grows tall; the leaves are of a dark green tint ; flowers large, salmon pink; flower spike large; an abundant blooming variety. W. Watson. The plant grows rather tall, has leaves of a metallic purplish brown tint; the flowers -orange- salmon, becoming paler with age. They are of a pe- culiar form and tint, appearing gracefully above the leaves, and forming a wonderful contrast with these. Furst Wied. The plant is dwarf, flowers velvety-red purple ; spikes uncommonly large and well formed. The leaves are dark green. Mine. Marguerite Muhle. The plant is of middle height ; leaves blue-green, edged brown ; flowers light carmine rose with a tinge of salmon rose ; a good bloom- er. A peculiar new color. Senateur Millaud is an old variety of canna seldom found in present day lists, but, considering the beauty of its leaves it would be a pity to lose it from cultiva- tion. As a flowering variety it is valueless, and it is better to remove the flower buds early, seeing that the flowers are detrimental to the complete effect of the leaves. These are of gigantic size and of a pleasing red- dish brown tint, often growing to a height of 7 1-2 feet on well grown plants. THE KROUMIR MELON At the International Horticultural Exhibition at Dus- seldorf in the 3-ear 1904, the Syndicate of Paris Vege- table Cultivators showed Melon Kroumir at the August special fruit show; which by. reason of its sweetness and delicious aroma was distinguished among all the other melons. Further experience with this variety raised from seeds furnished by Herr Ernest Senary, has shown since that date that it is a very excellent melon for frame culture and worthy of extended cultivation. It is less tender than the fine English varieties. The fruit is thick ribbed, of oval shape, and of a dark green color when ripe and weighs from 4 to 5 lbs. The plant is a good cropper. THE BEST RHODODENDRONS FOR FORCING The firm of P. van Noordt and Sons, Boskoop, rec- ommend the following varieties for early forcing: Christmas Cheer, Mme. Wagner, Pink Pearl, Princess de Monaco, Chev. Felix de Sauvage, Dr. Drude, Dr. D. Mill, Comte de Gomer, Prince Camille de Rohan, and Album Splendidum. A Rhododendron Exhibition Messrs. J. Waterer and Sons, of Bagshot, Surrey, whose noted rhododendrons have many admirers in Brit- ain and the United States, this summer are making a brilliant display at the Imperial International Exhibi- tion and at the Eoyal Botanic gardens. As in former years the exhibit at the Botanic Gardens is contained under a gigantic marquee. Upwards of 3000 plants are arranged on undulating ground, about 200 different va- rieties being represented. A grand effect is produced by the combination of the gorgeous hues of 50,000 blooms, intermingled with Kahnia latifolia and Virbur- num plicatum. An attractive novelty was seen in Madame Moser. This is a double rhododendron of a rich, deep crimson tint, and is likely to become as popu- lar as some of the firm's other introductions. Pink Pearl continues to be a prime favorite witli its imposing trusses of well developed blooms. Other notable va- rieties shown are: Mrs. E. C. Stirling, of a delightful shade of pink ; Gomer Waterer, white slightly flushed with pink at the edge; Lady Clementina Walsh, light cream, edged with pink; Frances B. Hayes, white, with black spots; Strategist, pink; John Henry Agnew, pale blush, chocolate spots, and many others. Messrs. Waterer continue to find a big demand for their rhodo- dendrons, which are allotted no less than 60 acres in their picturesque nursery in Surrey. The display has attracted a large number of visitors to the Botanic Gar- dens, and the firm have been the recipients of numerous congratulations for the meritorious exhibit, which is claimed to be the largest flower show made by one firm in the world. yy^'i, ^Mtxr^ Hybrid Calceolarias I read with interest Mr. Moore's article on Eobert Shore's Hybrid Calceolaria, and feel sure that in time we shall have a class of hybrids of this type that shall be more adapted to our American climate than the her- baceous ones that have been grown in past years. Any one who has grown them knows how hard it is some- times to coax them throiigh the hot months of summer, and if they are not started about the end of June or first of July a large specimen is out of the question when flowering time comes in the spring, and they do not stand the bright spring sun so well as the rugosa type. James Crosbj', gardener for Mrs. J. W. Tufts of Med- ford, Mass., had a tine display of interesting crosses the past spring. The different colors of the herbaceous va- rieties were crossed with Eugosa Golden Gem and Stew- artii both ways. The result was a mass of large clus- ters of flowers of various shades of coloring. They were grown in five-inch pots and I don't think I ever saw anything so floriferous in that size of pot. During their growth the plants were quite stocky with strong ricli green leaves very much resembling the shrubby habit of Eugosa. They root quite freely from cuttings. Mr. Crosby selected a number of the best varieties and intercrossed again and by next spring may have some- thing quite interesting. 8 HORTICULTURE July 3, 1909 AFTER ADJOURNMENT. Our Philadelphia office was favored on the 30th ulto., with a goodby visit from J. D. Eisele, general manager of the plant department of the H. A. Dreer Corporation, who sails July 3rd. on the S. S. Minnetonlca. Irom New York, for his annual business and pleasure trip to Eurol^e. He is ac- companied this time by his wife and daughter. BACK TO PURE TYPE. As we go to press the New York Florists' Club members are indulging in the closing festivities of their great- est day in the year — the outing for which the industi'ious and indefatig- able managers have been working al- most continuously for months. To make a popular, social and financial success of such an affair is no light responsibility and we often think thai the hard work which must be put into it by those selected to perform the duty is very inadequately app.eciated by those whose enjoyment they labor to promote. Next weelv we shall give a full account of the New York club's event and we hope to be able to re- cord it as the greatest success in the line of picnics, up to date. Amidst all the vicissitudes which the bedding plant has experienced, one member of the group — the zonal ger- anium— has held its own, without any abatement of popularity and today stands as high in favor with the gar- dening public as it ever did. In tact, the present season has seen an actual famine for the most desirable varieties in many places and prices have been maintained throughout. In the mean- time specialists have continued to hy- bridize and improve, and each year sees some notable advancement in de- sirable qualities. "When geraniums are mentioned one thinks of Vincent." for there is nothing promising in gerani- ums produced which does not get a trial at the big Vincent geranium ranch. Their new advertisement in this issue should not be overlooked. The assertion by Mr. Danzer in his talk on the development of the florist business, which we refer to briefly in this issue, that the retail trade are anxious to back up the growers in popularizing new varieties is most re- assuring to the well-wishers of the florist trade, if generally true. It has been usually represented that the re- tail trade as a whole was opposed to any further diversifying of the com- mercial cut flower product because it entailed their carrying a larger daily stock on hand. Mr. Danzer's experi- ence is in Detroit, a city that has al- ways enjoyed an excellent and dis- criminating flower demand. He makes a good point when he intimates that the indulgence in a greater variety of material would emjihasize the diver- gence between the legitimate flower store and the street dealer, the latter thriving mainly on the surplus of the standard product. Indianapolis. The plantsmen are all through and well satisfied with the spring trade. The heavy rains that we have had in this section have been bad for young carnation stock and if they keep up will do considerable damage. The acompanying picture shows a field of typical Bermuda lilies, the early blooming long trumpet form which originally gave this lily its great preeminence. The plants shown in this picture are from large bulbs, those seen in the cover illustration being one year younger. Theodore Outer- bridge, the owner, states that he start- ed the stock four years ago with but five hundred, bulbs. The very gratify- ing result is evident in the photo- graphs. Another season he hopes to have some to offer to the trade and the outcome of this effort to regain the purity and health which the Bermuda Harrisii originally possessed will be noted with interest by the bulb-forcing trade generally. PHILADELPHIA NOTES. Most of the wholesale flower :nar- kets have announced that they will be closed all day, July 5th. Lilly & Upton, wholesale fldrists, Sansom above 1.5th street, have dis- solved. Samuel Lilly, the senior part- ner, will continue the business. David and Jonathan are in town this week. That's the only way to describe the affectionate reunion of Jno. West- cctt of Philadelphia, and H. B. Beatty of Pittsburg. Thomas Roberts, gardener for Col. Morrell. Torresdale, Philadelphia, and Mrs. Roberts sailed on the Lusitania. June 30th. They will visit their old home in Wales and the noted country seats nearby, as well as Kew, Veitch's and other celebrated public and com- mercial institutions. A HARDY YELLOW CARNATION. We are advised by Hjalmar Hart- mann & Co., of Copenhagen. Denmark, that they have sent six plants of the sensational new hardy carnation Count- esse Knuth to Yokohama Nursery, New York, and two to R. & J. Parquhar & Co., Boston, for trial so that Ameri- can carnation groweis may have an op- portunity to see the flower of this nov- elty which has been so favorably com- mented on by European writers. Count- esse Knuth is a yellow carnation, un- like any other in existence, flowering wilh stiff stems from July to Novem- ber in the open border in great pro- fusion and pi'onounced absolutely hardy. Messrs. Hartmann & Co. will begin disseminalion of this novelty next September. WASHINGTON NOTES. Washington has been sweltering un- der the most torrid wave that has visited the city in years. Business is quite dull, commencements are over and even Cupid is enervated by the heat. All the city is agog, though, over the forthcoming automobile and flower parade that will take place on the 5th of July. Autos will be decor- ated with flags and flowers. The Washington Post offers a first prize o£ $100 for the handsomest decorated auto. It is to be hoped that this flow- er parade, at least, will become an annual custom. It will be of inestim- able value to the florists, as well as to the flower-loving public. Personal. John Robertson, of 1108 Cincinnati avenue. Washington, D. C, has closed his store pro tem, till he can find new cpiarters. W^m. R. Smith of the Botanical Oarden, Washington, has been serious- ly sick at his home, but at the present writing is somewhat improved. John A. Clark of the Botanical Gar- den, Washington, sailed for Scotland on the 2Sth ulto. He will make a short visit to his native country and it is thought will bring back some fresh ideas. New York, N. Y. — The American Nursery Co. secured the contract for furnishing and delivering stock for the Mi'tropolitan and City hospital districts, Blackwell's Island Dept. of rhariliHS. 1909 HORTI CULTURE NEWS OF THE CLUBS AND SOCIETIES PENNSYLVANIA HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. The sweet pea show held ou the 29th inst. proved a pleasant sui-prise. The hot wave of a week made every- one believe thei'e would be very few good flowers. But the general average was of exceptional quality and there was keen competition among the priv- ate gardeners for the prizes offered. Far and away above all else was the magnificent exhibit of Burpee & Co. of over fifty vases shown as sweet peas ought to be shown. This was a rev- elation to most of the visitors and ex- hibitors. The display was under the charge of Mr. Kerr. We trust the powers that be will take the hint and hereafter arrange the schedule so that the sweet pea may be shown in its most ai tistic form. Framers of sched- ules have moi-e to answer tor than they think. Herbaceous perennials were a strong feature of the exhibition. Newbold, Pepper, Penfleld, Ellison, Bodine, Wanamaker, Morrell, Drexel, and many other private estates took part. The awards on sweet peas were as follows: Six vases, six varieties, 1st, J. W. Pepper, gardener Wm. Robertson; 2d, Mrs. F. C. Penfield, gardener John Mc- Cleary. Fifteen vases, fifteen vari- eties, 1st, Mrs. Penfleld; 2d, Col. E. V. Morrell, gardener Thos. Roberts. White Spencer, H. H. Ellison, garden- er Samuel Hammond. Lovely Spencer, Raniona Spencer and vase of mixed varieties, Mrs. F. C. Penfield. Twelve vases, twelve varieties, 1st, Mrs. F. C. Penfield; 2d. .John W. Pepper. Hardy herbaceous perennials. Ist, C. B. Newbold, superintendent Thos. Logan; 2d, Samuel T. Bodine, garden- er Francis Canning. The committee to act under the Landreth resolution of Tuesday was constituted as follows: Capt. Burnet Landreth. chairman; H. W. Wood, Richmond. Va.; Albert McCullough, Cincinnati, O.; J. M. Lupton, Matti- tuck, N. Y. NEW LONDON COUNTY HORTI- CULTURAL SOCIETY. The annual rose show of this so- ciety was held in Town Hall, Norwich, on June 24, with a display that for extent and variety has seldom been surpassed here. Mrs. W. C. Lanman, gardener Charles T. Beasley, G. S. Palmer, gardener Alfred Flowers, Al- fred Mitchell, gardener Gustav Neu- man, John Moore, the Geduldig Estate, and the Plant Estate were the chief exhibitors and were well represented in the various classes. Peonies vied with roses for attention; pansies were shown by John Moore and W. W. Ives; Alfred Mitchell's table of fifty varieties of herbaceous flowers was notable: and a centre of attraction was the exhibit by C. T. Beasley of a dinner table dec- orated with roses, a table of mammoth gloxinias, and one of exquisite be- gonias and four dahlia novelties. Among the thirty varieties of peonies shown by Gustav Neunian, "New Lon- don" seemed to be the sensation of the hour. Vegetables were shown in good- ly variety and prime condition. CONNECTICUT HORTICULTURAL _- SOCIETY. This society held its second June meeting on the 25th ultimo. President Huss being chairman. Many arrange- ments were made for the fall exhi- bitions; and it was decided to continue the dahlia show for two days, Septem- ber 23d and 24th. It has formerly been held but one day. A change has been made in the dates of our chrysanthe- mum exhibition, owing to prior engage- ments of the Putnam Phalanx Hall; and November 3d and 4th are now set down as the dates. The society voted to raise the admission fee at the last named exhibition, from 10 to 25 cents, with the 10 cent fee continuing for school children. Tliomas B. Sperry, of New Britain, made a handsome dis- play of cut blooms of sweet -william, and received a vote of thanks for the same. Amos Reynolds, of Hartford, one of our long-time and esteemed members, is critically ill; and the so- ciety voted to send, through the secre- tary, its cordial expression of sym- pathy, and its heartfelt desire for his spe'edy recovery. Mr. Reynolds is a man of genial and kindly spirit; and all our members sympathize with him in his affliction. Our schedules are now being completed for the fall ex- hibitions, and the life members of the society will be given a special invita- tion to contribute, if they so elect, prizes for flowers, fruits or vegetables. The next meeting will not be held un- til August 27th, as the vacation season and period of relaxation is now in its commencement. GEORGE W. SMITH, Secretary. Melrose, Conn., July 1, 1909. TEXAS NURSERYMEN'S ASSOCIA- TION. The tenth annual meeting of the as- sociation will be held at College Sta- tion, .Inly 28 and 29, in conjunction with the Horticultural Society and the Nut Growers' Association. Among the addresses we note: ■'Ornamentals for the Coast Countiy," by H. C. Styles, Raymondville; "Shade Trees: What Kind and How to Handle for Best Results," by C. C. Mayhew, Sherman; W. A. Yates, Brenham; "Landscape Improvement — the part of the Nur- seryman," W. B. Munson. Denison; J. F. Sneed. Tyler. J. W. Tucker leads the discussion on "The Nursery Office." "Damage Suits: How to Meet the Is- sue," is another topic that will un- doubtedly draw out many opinions. PREPARING FOR MILWAUKEE FLOWER SHOW. Preliminary arrangements are now under way for the flower show which is to be held in Milwaukee. The prem- ium list has not as yet been issued, but the club expects to offer perhaps $.■5,000 to $5,000 in premiums. The show is to be held in the new .\udi- torium building; which is now under construction and which ■will probably he completed early in the fall. This will be an ideal building in which to hold this kind of a show. SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS' CONVENTION. Just for a few moments I wish to talk briefly to you about Cincinnati, the Queen City of the west, and wheie we hope you will attend the 25th an- niversary of the Society of American Florists. First I will fell you that we have hot weather here now, in July, and in August; so do you, matters not where you live, unless it's at the North or South Pole. Right here I want to say that for the past month we have not had a single case of typhoid fever in the city that origi- nated here, and only two cases in all, and these were imported from other places, so you do not have to be afraid of drinking our water. Our hilltops are not to be surpassed by any city on the American continent; they are pic- turesque and beautitul, as car rides in any direction will tell, and show you. Those exhibitors who have not se- cured space should do so at once by writing the Superintendent, Wm. Mur- phy, 311 Main St., Cincinnati. 0. Later I will tell you more of Cincin- nati Beautiful, but make up your mind now that you will attend the 25th an- nual meeting, the Silver Jubilee of the S. A. F., August 17th to 20th in- clusive. E. G. GILLETT. NATIONAL SWEET PEA SHOW. The proposed National Sweet Pea Society of America will hold their first annual exhibition at the Museum o£ Natural History, Columbus avenue and 77th street. New York City, on July 7th and Sth. Through the courtesy of Dr. Bunipus, we will also be allowed to use the Siberian Hall for the Con- vention. A paper will be read by Rev. W. T. Hutchins of Santa Rosa, Cal., Prof. John Craig of Ithaca, N. Y., and others. Great interest is being shown by Sweet Pea enthusiasts throughout the country, and it is expected that there will be over 1,000 vases of Sweet Peas exhibited. Special cups, medals and money prizes have been offered in the various classes, by A. T. Boddington. W. Atlee Burpee, Peter Henderson &. Co., W. W. Rawson & Co., Stumpp & Walter, H. A. Dreer, Morris County Gardeners' and Florists' Society, C. C. Morse & Co.. J. M. Thorburn & Co., Watkins & Simpson, H. F. Michell Co., F. R. Pier- son Co., Florists' Exchange, H. A. Bun- yard, John Young, Jerome H. Rice, H. E. Fiske Co., Harry Tniner, F. H. Traendly. and Chas. H. Tott.\. The judges will be: Mr. G. W. Kerr (with W. Atlee Burpee), Wm. Sim of Cliftondale, Mass., and Edgar A. Hig- gins, Avoca, N. Y. The scale of points for jud.ges will be as follows: Stem, 35 points; size, 15; rarity, 5: number of flowers ou a stem, 25; color, 15; fragrance, 5. Application blanks lor charter mem- bership, schedules and further particu- lars and information can be had from Harry A. Bunyard, secretary pro tem, 342 West 14th street, New York City. 10 HORTICULTUR£ July 3, 1909 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICUL- TURAL SOCIETY. ■When the Massachusetts Horticul- tural Society set the date for its an- nual rose and strawberry exhibition it did not reckon on the spell of weather which hit the country at that date. Ac- cordingly the show which opened at noon last Saturday at Horticultural Hall and continued until Sunday at six o'clock, was one largely of other flowers than roses. To be sure there were roses in profusion, but no such choice ones as would have been shown had it not been for the hot weather. With the other flowers, the straw- berries and a choice collection of sum- Bier vegetables, the main hall, the small hall and the loggia were well filled. The exhibits, as a whole, were remarkably good, and some distinct novelties were shown. Principal among the rose exhibitors was M. H. Walsh of Woods Hole, who displayed about 250 hybrid teas, rep- resenting nearly every color and all varieties of standard cultivation, the whole making a wonderfully hand- some exhibit. C. W. Parker, W. J. Clemson garden- er; J. O. Christensen; George R. White, gardener F. Gavin. A. F. Esta- brook, W. A. Riggs and several others were well represented in the rose dis- play. A seedling resulting from Wichuraiana and Crimson Rambler crossed with a H. P., raised by Jack- son Dawson and named Prof. Sargent, attracted much attention. It is a sin gle, delicate pink and grows to a height of ten feet. In the general class of hardy her- baceous flowers and plants, R. & J. Farquhar & Co. showed a large and fine collection, massed for effect with rocks and ferns. William Whitman, gardener Martin Sullivan, showed campanulas, foxgloves and sweet Williams. The Old Town Nurseries, a collection of campanulas, larkspur and phlox, Walter Hunnewell of Wellesley, gardener T. D. Hatfield, hardy herba- ceous flowers including Sutton's new red larkspur, The Bellevue Nurseries, herbaceous flowers including campanu- la and some fine pentstemons, W. W. Rawson Company, sweet peas and Spanish iris, Francis J. Rea nyn- phaeas, W. A. Manda myosotis, campanula and pink spirea, Mrs. F. Ayer, gardener George Page, an un- precedented fine display of campanulas and sweet Williams, W. G. Postings, splendid collection of sweet Wil- liam Newport Pink. In addition to the regular premiums special awards were made as follows: Silver medals: Jackson Dawson. Rose Prof. Sargent (R. Wichuraiana X Crimson Rambler X pink hybrid); Prof. C. S. Sargent, Rhododendron, light pink maximum hybrid. Bronze medal: Bellevue Nurseries, artistic display. Certificates of merit: W. G. Post- ings, seedling branching Delphinium Belladonna; W. W. Rawson & Co., new sweet peas. Honorable men I ion: George Mollis, peonies; E. J. Shaylor, ditto; T. C. Thurlow & Co., ditto. Vote of thanks: T. C. Thurlow & Co., vases of kalraias; W. A. Manda, display of herbaceous plants; R. & J. Farquhar & Co., display of peonies. AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF PARK SUPERINTENDENTS. Program of the eleventh annual con- vention to be held in Seattle, Wash., August 9-12, 1909: First day, Monday, August 9. — Morn- ing session 9 a. m. in the Chamber of Commerce. Address of welcome by the Mayor of Seattle. Response by the president of the association. Reading of minutes, secretary-treasurer's re- port and other general business. 1.30 p. m., excursion to Volunteer Park, In- terlaken Drive, Washington Park, over Roanoke extension to Woodland Park. 8 p. m., reading of papers and discus- sion. Second day, Tuesday, August 10th. — Morning session, 9 a. m., reading of papers and discussion. Miscellaneous business 1.30 p. m. Visit to Leschi Park around Mercer Island to the Al- aska-Yukon-Pacific exposition grounds, where the balance of the day will be spent. Third day, Wednesday, August 11th. — Morning session, 9 a. m., election of officers, choosing place of next meeting and general business. 1.30 p. m., visit to the playgrounds and a trip along the boulevard to the shores of Lake Washington, crossing over to Bailey Peninsular. Fourth day, Thursday, August 13th. — Visit to parks in Tacoma and possi- bly, August 14th, a trip in the Para- dise Valley under the direction of the Park Board of Tacoma. Delegates to the convention may leave or connect with train leaving Boston, B. & A. R. R., July 27, 10.30 a. m.; Chicago, C. M. & S. P. R. R., July 28, 6.45 p. m.; Minneapolis, N. P. R., July 29, 10.45 p. m.; Gardiner, N. P. R., August 5, 7.15 p. m.; Spokane, N. P. R., August 7, 4.45 p. m.; arriving in Seattle, August S, 8.30 a. m. This allows delegates five and a half days' trip in the Yellowstone National Park and one day spent in Spokane as the guests of the Chamber of Commerce of that city. Full particulars may be had by addressing either of the com- mittee of arangements, the president, John W. Duncan, Boston, Mass.; the secretary-treasurer, F. L. Multord, Harrisburg, Pa., or Theodore Wlrth, superintendent of parks, Minneapolis, Minn. Perhaps the finest exiiibition of American park photographs is that now on exhibition at the Alaska-Yu- kon-Paciflc Exposition, gotten up un- der the auspices of this association. The scheme of getting together a col- lection of photographs of parks throughout the country was conceived by the president of the association, John W. Duncan, of Boston. These pictures will remain on exhibitiou un- til the close of the exposition next fall. Among the cities sending pictures are Boston, Brooklyn, Chicago, Cin- cinnati, Washington, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Colorado Springs, Madison, Wis.; Davenport, Iowa; Bridgeport, Conn. BUFFALO FLORISTS' CLUB. The regular meeting of the Buffalo Florists' Club will be held on Tuesday, July (ith, at their rooms and it is the wish of the secretary that every mem- ber be present. Important business will be transacted. The talk of all members is the "Picnic," date tor which will be set at this meeting. BIRIVIINGHAIVI (ENG.) BOTANICAL AND HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. Tliis old established society which does excellent work in the country around the midland metropolis and en- joys the patronage of numerous ama- teurs, nurserymen and gardeners, held Us exhibition on Wednesday, June 9, at liie Botanical Gardens, Edgeboston, This annual affair as usual, was vis- ited by a large number of persons, and w-as acclaimed by those who have known it tor a long series of years, as being one of the best and largest held under the auspicies of the society. The highest award, a gold medal was won by R. H. Jones, gardener to Mr. W. W. Butler, with capitally flowered orchids disposed over a groundwork of ferns. This exhibit covered a space of 180 square feet. Mr. Mackey, gardener to Right Hon. J. Chamberlain, made a splendid show and was awarded the second highest prize — a silver gilt medal. Messrs. Moore, Ltd., of Rawdon, Leeds, showed beautiful species and hybrids, receiving a silver medal. Yorkshire (Eng.) Gala. This, the great event of the year in the northern country, took place at Bootham Park, on June IG, and two following days. The trade exhibits were very numerous and extensive, and con- tributed largely to the success of the show. Groups of flowering and foli- age plants were staged to the number of six, and these were of unusual character. In these exnibits, the mat- ter resolved itself into a competition of skill in arrangement, and the merits of the various plants of which the group consists; the former being prob- ably of the greater value, me speci- men stove and greenhouse plants, so greatly fallen, and so undeservedly so, from I heir pride of place were shown by Jas. Cypher & Sons, of Cheltenham, who keep up the old tradition. Tuberous rooted Begonias were grandly shown by Mr. Winn, of York, and large specimen fuchsias, a York specialty, were conspicuous objects. kost>' were of fine quality, and very numerous, and fine H. P.s, and pillar plants were observed. The largest class, that for 12 cut blooms, was con- tested by three trade cultivators, and the leading prize was taken by G. Mount of Canterbury. FREDERlCi. MOORE. AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. Carnations Registered. The following new carnations have been registered during the past sea- son, with The Perpetual Flowering Carnation Society of England. Grow- ers on this side will please take no- tice to avoid duplication of names. Hon. Mrs. Fr.Tiicis Agiir, deep rose pink. Itc^aslcrfd b.v the Hon. l-'raucis Agar. Maiy Vilren, rose. Registered by Black- iiiort" \ I.Mnijdon. Ransion Gem, sport from Boyes' Victory. apiieot ,Tnd orange. RcKistered by Sir Kanil t,. Baker, Bart. Rose Dore, soldeu rose. Registered by W. H Lancashh-e. itoidin Glory, yellow. Registered by Heatli \- Son. IvtlH'I 'Wliitney. crimson. Registered by Gore tV ^A'hitne.v. ''ai'il.i, crimson. Registered by C. Kngel- man. R x, light pink. Registered by C. Ungei- nian. Bmnmghs Scarlet, scarlet. Registered by K. T. .lolinstone. Blaik C'liicl. Crimson. Regl.stered by Hiigli l,ow & Co. A. P. J. B.\UR, See. July 3, 1909 HORTICULTURE 11 Dear Sir ; BUSH HILL PARK, ENFIELD, MDD'X, June, 1909 HUGH LOW & CO. Dissolved In consequence of the voluntary Dissolutton of my late Firm, I have much pleasure in iaforming you that I have taken over the Royal Nurseries with the gceiter part of the stock. These Nurseries were formed by me in I88I, under the instructions of my lite Father, and since his death, I have taken an i.ctive part in the direction of the business. The staff which is transferred, practically intact, includes such well-known men as my representatives — Mr. Harry A. Barnard, Mr. F. W. Ashton, and Mr. Laurence J. Cook. Mr. Edward Tack as Orchid Specialist and Grower, and Mr. M. C. Allwood, the enthusiastic Carnation Man. Messrs. Moore, Reid and Meades, amongst the Roses and Fruit Trees, and Mr. Phillips in the General Department. I feel that with such men at my back, clients can rely upon the same care and attention being given to their business as under the old regime. Esteeming your orders and enquiries, believe mz to bz always at your service as heretofore. Please address all communications STUART LOW & CO., Bush Hill Park, Enfield, Midd'x, England Obediently yours, STUART H. LOW Kentias, Arecas, Latanias, Cocos, Phoenix, Araucarias, Rubbers, Crotons, Pandanuses, Asparagus, Ferns for Dishes. 200,000 Bedding Plants, also Rooted Cuttings of Coleus at low- est wholesale rates. Orders taken for imported plants for fall delivery A LEUTHY & CO. PERKINS ST. NURSERIES ROSLINDALE, MASS. FOR SALE A Large Specimen Plant of CYCAS REVOLUTA 4}i to 5 ft. high. WHITTET t CO.. Lcwiill, Masi. JARDINIERE FERNS IN BEST VARIETIES. VERY FINE STOCK. $3.50 per 100, $30.00 per 1000 ROSE HILL NURSERIES New Rochelle, N. Y. ROBERT CRAIG CO. POSES, PAL^S, asd loTeltles lo SecoraUTt Plastf MAMIET and 49th STREETS., PHILADELPHIA, PA. . SAVE your weekly copies of this paper. DON'T throw them away. The contents are always of PERMA- NENT VALUE and you may need them for reference tomorrow, a year from tomorrow, or still later. GERANIUMS ARE A SPECIALTY WITH US A Gentleman well known in the Horticultural world said a few days ago when look- ing over our place, "Generally when we think about Vincent we think about Geraniums." That's all very well, but what we want you to do is when you think about " Geraniums " to think about " Vincent," anH if you will think about what you are going to grow next season, soon, and will write us we will give you a special price thit will interest you, to the extent, that we will have your order booked by return mail. This will enable us to gage our propagation to better meet the demand. The Collection we are offering for next season will without a doubi be the best commercfal collection ever offered to the American Trade. Easter will come next spring March 27th, so you will want to get your Geraniums in good time, and by the way, is there not more sure money in good Geraniums than in some other stock generally grown for Easter? We wlli send 1000, 50 each of 20 good distinct kinds, our selection of either single or double, from 2 in. pots, for $18.50; from 3 in. pots, $25.00, Cash with Order. R. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., White liAarsh, Md. JOHN WATERER & SON, Ltd. American Nursery Bagshot, England Are Specialists in the REALLY HARDY VARIETIES of Rhododendron Hybrids and in Select Varieties of Hardy Border Plants American Grown Roses Fruit and Ornamental Trees. Shrubs. Small Fruits, Clematis, Evergreens. Write for Trade List. W. & T. SMITH CO. Geneva, N. Y. Hardy Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Con- ifers, Clematis, H. P. Roses, Shrubs . Herbaceous Plants from our HOLLAND NURSERIES Prices Moderate PnillllCDI/CDIf 216 Jane SI., Weehawkm Bclghll . OUWERKCRIIL, P.O.No.l,Holx>ken.N.J. Box Trees -d other [;VERfiREEHs tor Tubs -^ Boxes Our Prices are Always Right — Catalog Free THE NEW ENGLAND NURSERIES, Inc. 12 HORTICULTURE July 3, 1909 JOHN BREITMEYER'S ^=SONS— = Cor. Miami and Oratlot Ave». DETROIT, MICH. Artistic Designs . . . Higli Grade Gut Blooms W« cover all Michigan poinU and good •ectioiu of Ohio, Indiana and Canada WILLIAM J. SMYTH FLORIST Cor. Michigan Ave, and 31st St., CHICAGO We ship to all points in Illinois and Iowa. Phones: Douglas 744, Douglas 523, Douglas 740 THE FLORIST HAUSWIRTH Out of Town orders ior Hospitals Carefully filled. 232 Michigan Ave. CHICAGO AUBfTOmUW ANNEX Tel. Harrlwn 58t Samuel murray Florist Coates House Conservatory lOir BROADWAY, KANSAS CITY, MO. Both 'Phones 2670 Main. WASHINGTON, D. C. PERSONAL. .lohii O'Keefe of Lenox has taken a position with A. N. Cooley, Pittsfield, Mass. Charles Lenker of Fi-eeport, N. Y., sails for Germany on July 3rd. Bon voyage. Lincoln A Coles of Kokomo, Ind., was married on June 30 to Miss Mir- iam Kitchen Young. Reuben C. Blatchley and Fannie glara DuPlessis of Meriden, Conn., were married en June M. * Herbert T. Capers of Wellesley, Mass., was married on June 16 to Alice J. Evans of Watertown. John Henry Edmonds, a florist of Poughkeepsie, N. Y.. was married on June 16 to Mrs. Jennie Bennett. Chas. Knopf of the Knopf Floral Co., Richmond, Ind., has been granted a patent on a steel railroad tie and fas- tening. Visitors in New York: Paul Pfltzer, representing Wm. Pfitzer, Stuttgart, euDc BIK>S. ery In Eastern New England to JULIUS A. ZINN, 2 Beacon St., Boston FINE DESIGN WORK A SPE CIALTY WELLESLEY COLLEGE Dau Hall. Walaut Hill aad Rockiid^e Hall SdioaU. TAILBY.Wellesley, Mass. Td, Welleiley 44-1 and s. Night 44-3. horticulture: THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE FLORIST BUSINESS. The above is the title of a paper read by F. Danzer before the Detroit Flor- ist Club. -Mr. Danzer gave a brief review of the beginning of the florist business, tracing its advancement in commercial importance, artistic re- sults, cost of merchandising, etc., down to the present time with many inter- esting statistics gleaned from the cen- sus reports. He paid a hearty tri- bute to the pioneers and their wis- dom in laying the foundation of what is now so important an industry and said that the future holds out the pros- pects of an equally notable advance- ment from conditions as now existing. He advocated the separation of pro- ducer and retail dealer, if either is to rise to his fullest possibilities, and had an apiireciative word to say on behalf of the street fakir as an educating in- fluence. Concerning the retailer and his work he paid: "'! he florist, unlike any other in- dustry, has, so to say, chosen the public as his partner. We are con- stantly straining our nerves to se- cure larger flowers, better flowers, still we do not ask any higher prices. Puttin.g the ear to the ground, we can hear the grower growling because the retailer does not pay any more than usual, still were it not for that our ware would not be in demand as it is. The grower may be put to some additional expense in producing the higher grade of flowers, but still much greater is the expense the public has put on the retailer in selling and ar- ranging and delivering," "Why do we confine ourselves to so few flowers? Truly carnations and roses are favorites, but only because we make them such. There are many others which deserve our attention and the public will be very thank- ful for it. In fact, our future de- velopment depends on the production and evolution of a much larger variety of cut flowers. In line with other in- dustries which are bringing forth new products to entice the buying public, and as our forefathers in the business have done, so must we profit by their experience, and, producing new vari- eties, in the broader sense place a dis- tinguishing mark between the trader at the curb and the legitimate florist." 15 "FLOWERS BY TELEGRAPH. ROCHESTER NOTES. Messrs. Purcell & Craig are well un- der way with their two 281.. x 150 feet rosehouses. Geo. Boucher contemplates extending his greenhouse plant on Averal Avenue as well as making some minor alter- ations in his store. Messrs. Grossman Bros, have this spring had to import several thousand S. A. Nutt geraniums on account of the great demand for this favorite. Salter Bros, are experimenting with the "X. T. C. Dandelion killer," using the E. C. Brown Co.'s auto spray-pump. Results are, up to the present, doubtful. A. PENGEL. BUSINESS CHANGES. Moline, III. — Peterson & Eckstam Bros, have purchased the greenhouse business of G. A. Stephens.- Winchester, Tenn. — Aubrey Frink has disposed of his interest in the Barber-Frink Co. and is to take a posi- tion as manager of the Tennessee Wholesale Nurseries. Leading Retail Florists Listed by Towns for Ready Reference. Denver, Colo.— Park Floral Co.. 1706 Brc-idway. Washington D. C— Gude Bros., ]2l'4 F St Chicago— Hauswlrth, "The Florist," 232 Michigan Ave. Chicago — William J. Smith, Micblean Ave. and 31st St. " Chicago— George Wittl>old Co., 1657.59 Buckingham Place. Louisville, Ky. -Jacob Schuiz, 550 South Fourth Ave. Boston— Thos. P. Galvln, 124 Tremont St. Boston— Eilward MacMulkln, 194 Boyl- ston St. Boston— Hoffman, Florist, 59.61 Massa- chusetts Ave. Boston — J. Newman & Sons, Inc., 24 Tre- mont St. Boston— Julius A. Zinn, 2 Beacon St Welle.'iley, Mass.— Tallby. Detroit, Mich.— J. Breitmeyer's Sons, Miami and Gratiot Aves. Kansas City, Mo.— Samuel Murray, 1071 Broadway. Kansas City, Mo.— Wm. L. Rock Flower Co., 1116 Walnut St. Albany, N. Y.— H. G. Eyres, 11 N. Pearl Albany, N. Y.— F. A. Danker, 40 Maiden Lane. Nev York — David Clarke's Sons, 2139- 2141 Broadway. New York— Alex. McConnell, 571 5th Ave. New Yor'is — Young & Nugent, 42 W. 28th St. Brooklyn, N. Y.— Robert G. Wilson, Ful- ton St. and Greene Ave. Buffalo, N. Y.— Palmer's, 304 Main St. Toronto, Can.— J. H. Dunlop, 96 Yonge St. INCORPORATED. Freeport, III. — Freeport Floral Co., florist, seed and nursery business; capital. $2.5,000. Chicago, III.— Schiller, the Florist; George Asmus, Reinhold Schiller, H. Schiller. Capital $12,000. Portland, Ore. — Hendee Bros.; Otho S., E. L. and S. B. Hendee: to engage in gardening business. Capital $5000. Gardiner, Me. — Gardiner Forestry Co., to plant trees and establish nur- series; capital stock, $10,000. R. H. Gardiner is president, C. H. Gray, treasurer. Dover, Del. — The New England Or- chards Co., to engage in a general hor- ticultural and transportation business; M. McD. Williams, Madison, N. J.; Ja- cob Williams and M. L. Justin, New York; capital, $10,000. THE BEST LETTERS Boston Florist Letter Go. 66 PEARL ST., BOSTON N. F. McCarthy, Mgr. Order direct or buy from your local lupiplr dealer. Inust on faarins the BOSTON Inscriptiona, Emblem*, etc.. Alwa7* in Stock FLORISTS' SUPPLIES Sand for Mow Oataloguo H. Bayersdorfer & Co. 1129 ARCH ST., PHILADELPHIA 14 rt ORTICU LTUR t July 3, 190» Seed Trade AMERICAN SEED TRADE ASSOCIA- TION. Presirient, J. C. Roliinson, Waterloo, Neb.; I'^iist Vice-Presideut, M. H. Duryea, New York; Second Vice-Presideut, F. W. Bolgiano, WasliiiiKton. D. C; Secretai-y- Treasurer. C. E. Keiidel, Cleveland, Ohio; Assistant Secretary, Leonard H. Vaughan, Chicago. WHOLESALE SEEDSMEN'S LEAGUE. F. W. Bruggerhof, Pres. ; Burnet Land- reth, Sec'y. THE NIAGARA CONVENTION. The 27th annual convention of the American Seed Trade Asociation. which closed last week after a most harmonious session, was in many re- spects the most satisfactory ever held. In point of attendance it undoubtedly exceeded any previous convention of the Association, while the beauty and magnificence of the surroundings made it one long to be remembered with pleasure by all who were fortunate enough to be present. Owing to the natural attractions of the place, a larger number of ladies than usually attend the convention were present, which completed a picture and sur- roundings at once most grateful to heart and eye. Many Ladies at the Convention. It would no doubt be pleasing to mention the ladies personally, and des- cribe their beautiful toilets individu- ally but as the writer is not a society reporter and not conversant with the terms employed on such occasions, and moreover as it is impracticable to mention each and every one by name, it is best not to mention any, but it may be said of them collectively that a more charming and lovely aggrega- tion has rarely graced any convention. The presence of ladies is always a steadying and restraining influence and on such occasions tue greater the number of ladies the better behaved are they of the genus homo. High-Water Mark on Behavior. By the way, it might be said in passing, that iu respect to orderly be- havior of the men in attendance this convention has certainly set a high water marli. In tact so very orderly and quiet were they, that a few sighed for a little of the leaven which "leaven- eth the whole lump." It was a dry convention, taken as a whole — not necessarily so, of course, but even at the banquet it was a desert, save for a few cases where those present fur- nished themselves the cup that cheers but did not inebriate. A Presentation. After the close of the convention, and the election of officers for the en- suing year, the ceremony, which has now become a fixed custom, of present- ing the retiring president with a token of esteem, was carried out in the large ballroom of The Clifton. In the pres- ence of the members of the Associa- tion and the ladies, retiring President Watson S. Woodruff was presented with a handsome souvenir of the oc- casion. The presentation speech was made by W. P. Wood, of Louisville, Ky.. and was both bright and brief, and it was feelingly responded to by Mr. Woodruff. Mr. Wood referred in UNEEDMEV: BERMUDA ONION SEED SEND CONTRACT ORDERS AT ONCE FJR 1910— Don't Delay.— OO iT MOW. Read what my customers say about me; — " More than pleased." "Your sliipment reached us first." " We have splendid reports from the results of your Seeds." "Will give you all of our future business." " Germination is good." white: CRYSTAL WAX: EARLIEST OF ALL White Bermuda: White and Red. FEDERICO C. VAREL/ TENERIFFE (CANARY e.^p^rt onion seed grower ISLANDS) • AND EXPORTER warm terms to the prompt, business- like way in which Mr. Woodruff dis- posed of the business of the conven- tion, and it may be said to have been the almost unanimous sentiment of those present. PRESENT CROP CONDITIONS. Information as to crop conditions ai'e more or less conflicting, but it seems about as follows: Sweet com is looking well, though a little back- ward. Its condition in Ohio and Ne- braska is somewhat better than in the east. Beans are hardly more than started, hence only the future can de- termine what the crop will be. Peas are looking well, though in Michigan rain is needed. No serious damage has yet resulted but unless rain comes soon, there will be another story to tell. In Wisconsin conditions are generally favorable though the crop is late, a fact of more or less significance. Canning has become general in New York state with prospects for a fair crop. Operations are just commencing in Wisconsin, and a week or two more will enable us to get a definite line on the crop. As to small seeds, garden beets will be short, and prices will range at least 50 per cent, over the past few years. Radish will also be short with a corresponding advance in prices. Onion s'eed will be somewhat short on the red flat varieties also the yellow flats, and the whites. Informa- tion to hand is only general, and some weeks must elapse before anything definite can b'e given. Lettuce is also said to be on the short list, but this is all that can be said of it at present. As the situation develops it will be given by HORTICULTURE from time to time, and readers may rely on the general accuracy of these reports. NOTES. See "During Recess" for account of the Burpee-Maule ball game. W. Atlee Burpee and Howard M. Earl arrived home from their western crop inspecting tour, June 28th. Crimson clover seed has advanced from 3 l-2c., which was the market price about three weeks ago, to 7c. The market is practically cleaned out. J. K. M. L. Parquhar of Boston, sails for Europe on Saturday, July 3, and will make an extended business tour among Continental horticultural cen- tres. William Allen, superintendent of Homewood Cemetery, Pittsburgh, re- monstrates against that part of our notes in last week's issue in which our correspondent refers to "the finest pan- sies ever seen in the district" as raised from Mr. Allen's own strain of seed. PRIMULA CHINENSIS Michell's Prize Mixture contains only the finest sorts, beautifully fringed. J6 Tr. Pkt. 60c. PRIMULA 1 Tr. Pkt, $1.00 OBCON'CA GIOANTEA Lilac 50c I Kertneslna .SOc ...SOc I Mixed SOc Rosea . Write for our Wholesale Catalogue. It will interest you. HENRY F. MICKELL CO. 1018 Market St.. PMla. Giant Pansy Seeds Representing seven of ti • best growers of Europe. Each color or strain pac ed separately. The pro- portion of light and dark is well blended. Florist Collection — 16 pkt. Hybrid Giants, 8 pkt. Giant Five Blotched, Y% oz. in each pkt. ; in all, 24 pkts., weight 3 or. • $7-36 Half Flori»t Collection — 24 pkts., weight iK oz. $1.93 Amateur Collection — 24 pkt., 5C0 seeds in each pkt., 12,000 seeds, $*-5o Cottage Collection — 12 pkt., 500 seeds in each pkt,, 6,00c seeds, $1-25 Mixture — extra fine, loco seeds, 250. Fxhibition Collection — 4 pkt. 500 seeds in each pkt., 2000 seeds. $1.00 Setifl for descriptive lint of prize ivitmers JOHN GERARD, New Britain. Conn. Mr. Allen wishes us to say that the credit belongs to R. & J. Farquhar & Co., of Boston, from whom he pur- chased the seed. NEWS NOTES. Billings, Mont.— The Billings Green- house Co. is f^ name of the new place oj.ened b^ d. A. Asmus. Attica, Ind. — About $500 damage was done to the greenhouses of the Attica Floral Co. by a recent hall storm. Glen Burnie, Mo. — G. A. Lotze lost a large field of sweet peas in the hail storm of June 17. tfp to that time his cut had been 10,000 daily. VEGETABLE PLANTS CABHA«E. Field Grown, all leading varieti«t, $i.co per looo. lo.ooo and over, S5C per 1000. CELKKY. White Plume, Golden Self Blanching and Giant Pascal, $1.00 per 1000. EGG PLANT. N. Y, Improved and Black Beauty, $3.00 per iQoo. LETTUCE. Big Boston, Boston Market, Tennii Ball and Grand Rapids, $1.00 per tooo. PEPPERS. Rubv King, Bull Nose, Sweet Moun- tain and Neapolitan, $2.00 per 1000. Chinese Giant and Cayenne, 500 per 100. PARSLEY. $1.25 per 1000. Cash with Order R. VINCENT, JR., & SONS CO. White Marsh, Md. July 3, 1909 tlORTlCULTURE 15 Everything "For the Land's Sake. The one firm in Boston where all good forms of plant food ^may be ob- tained, is the Bowker Fertilizer Company, opposite Faneuil Hall at 43 Chatham St. All greenhouse chemicals, Nitrate of Soda, Ground Bone, Potash Salts, Sheep Manure and Wood Ashes can there be had at first hands. BOWKLR Everything "For the Land's Sake. " FERTILIZER COMPANY o i« r> E i« :^f o w French and Dutch Bulbs FOR FALL SHIPMENT Wholesale Price List mailed to Florists on application. Joseph Breck & Sons Corp. 4r-S4 HO. MARKET ST., BOSTOH, MASS. BULBS OF QUALITY IW BecoDlu, Single, ander color $3.n Double " " ».09 Frilled " " 10.00 GlvxtnUs, nnder ?olor 4.00 Pe«rl Tnb«ro«e«, $7.00 thoM LO* Schlegtil & Fottler Co. 2« & 21 So. M;. etSt., BOSTON. MASS. Burpee's Seeds PHILADELPHIA Btate List of Wholesale Prices m^led •■ly to those who plant for proSt Ward's Lily Bulbs Not how cheap, but how good. Ralph M. Ward & Co. 12 W.Broadway, New York ^^DEO. E.^6W Designing and lllusirating 178 Wa>hington St., Bocton, Mat*. OUR SPECIALTY Machine, Booklet, Adiertising and Flower PHOTOGRAPHS PANSY SEED TIME PANSY — BODDINQTON'S "CHALLENGE" ALL GIANTS This mixture contains all the finest Giant strains— of the leading Tansy Special- ists in the world— the Giant self-colors, the Giant .striped and margined, and the (Jiant blotched, etc., all carefully mixed in proportion — the finest that money can Ini.v — the finest your money can buy. A florist who has grown it said, "Why don't you call it Defiance?" Trade pkt., 50c; ys-oz., 75c; V-oz., $1.50 ; ;4-oz., $2.75 ; oz., $5.00 ARTHUR T, BODDINGTON, ^iT^,,, NEW YORK LEONARD SEED CO. CONTRACT GROWERS AND WHOLESALE DEALERS BEANS, PEAS, SWEET CORN, ONION, GARDEN SEEDS ?2i°^A^IlKDs Get Our Prices E. KINZIE STREET, CHICAC^^ FRANCIS BRILL ChoiceSeeds For Gardeners, Truckers «nd Plant Growers Long Island Cabbage Seed, Cauliflower, Egg, Pepptr, Tomato, Etc. Price Lists Free Quality Finest Wholesale and Retail GROWER and DEALER HEMPSTEAD LI., NEW YORK ESTABLISHED I 802 LILIUM HARRISII True stock from most reliable growers PURITY FREESIA SEND FOR SPECIAL ADVANCE PRICES FOR EARLY ORDERS J. M. THORBURN & CO. 33 Barclay Street NEW YORK Mum Canes What you want now 7 to 8 ft. $7.00 1000 Wm. Elliott & Sons 42 Vesey St, New York C AULIFLOWERS A B B A C E LILY OF THE VALLEY PIPS. HJALMAR HARTMANN & CO. Longanesstraedo 20, COPENHAGEN, DENMARK- Mignonette FARQUHAR'S GIANT Oz., 76c; 1-4 oz., 26c R.&J.Farquhar&Go. 6 & 7 South Market Street BOSTON, MASS. BRIDGEMANS SEED WAREHOUSE RICKAROS BROS. Props. 37 Eist I9ti St., - MEW YORK CITY NEW PRICE LIST of my celebrated winter flowering Sweet I'lii ^^pl'd is lieing mailed. It you have not received a copy please send for one. New ■rop of seed will l>e read.v around July 15tb next. ANT. C. ZVOLANEK Bound Brook. - . - New Jersey NEW CROP SEED For Early Planting THOMAS J. GREY CO. 2 SO. MARKET ST., BOSTON, MASS. 16 HORTICULTURE July 3, 1909 AMERICAN SEED TRADE ASSOCIATfON AMERICAN SEED TRADE ASSOCIA- TION. Continuation of Convention Report from Last Week's Issue. On Wednesday, June 23, Prof. C. A. Zavitz, of Ontario Agricultural Col- lege, delivered a paper on "Root Crops" which proved interesting and was well received. It gave results of careful tests conducted by the Agricultural ■ College, Guelph, Ont, showing compari- sons between production of seeds of mangels, swede turnips and carrots home-grown as compared with im- ported seeds of same class. On the whole, home-grown has proved higher in germination and more productive of roots than the imported. A large amount of work has been done to de- termine the influence of different selec- tions of seed upon the resulting crop. In the ninety-four distinct experi- ments conducted with large, medium- sized and small seeds, in eighty-fiVe per cent, of the separate tests the larger seeds produced more heavily than the smaller. In a series of experi- ments in planting root seeds at differ- ent depths in soil through a series of years, on land of lower and higher levels, average clay loam soil, five years with mangels and sugar beets, four years with swede turnips and car- rots, records showed best results at halt inch below the surface. Five years' experiments thinning roots at different distances apart in the row shows as distance increased average size of root increased in crop with de- crease in percentage of dry matter, and also in yield of roots per acre. In five years' experiments sowing sugar beets in rows at different dis- tances apart, by having rows closer together furnished larger yield of roots and larger yield of sugar per acre. In thinning sugar beets at different stages of growth in each of five years the greatest average yield per acre was obtained when thinning the plants when about two inches in height. Edgar Brown, botanist in charge of the seed laboratory U. S. Dept. of Agriculture, Washington, D. C. gave a short address explaining something of the work the department is doing in inyestigating the purity and quality of seeds, etc. He said that he realized that a large amount of poor seed is sold every year and that the reason that so low a quality is sold is because the farm'er very largely wants some- thing that he can get cheaply. He does not want to pay the price for good seed. The department wishes to show him his mistake by making it possible for him to know what he is getting. The result of the work being done will be to increase the market prices for good seeds. That the general average of increase in quality is progressing has been shown during the past year, the samples being taken by the depart- ment indiscriminately showing a marked improvement, and greater care is being exercised by the seeds- men in the examination of stock they are buying and selling. He said that many are availing themselves of the opportunity to visit the testing labora- tory during the summer, and extended an invitation to all whom they might be able to accommodate to visit same about the 13th of July and for six to eight weeks thei'eafter. The address was well received and the apparently perfectly fair attitude of the speaker was commented on favorably; he was however, subjected to a rapid fire r' cross questions as to the methods of testing used, and as to the reason why there have been so many state laws introduced of so heterogeneous a char- acter during a comparatively recent period. The speaker parried or an- swered all questions skilfully and contended that the department had not instigated any legislation while they were certainly not in a position to control the same, and properly direct it. Messrs. C. F. Wood, F. C. Wood- ruff, Wilson, Dickinson, Albert Mc- Cullough. Peppard, Ebeling, Vaughan. Dibble and Green, took part in the dis- cussion. At the Wednesday afternoon session an address was delivered by Prof. L. H. Bailey, Director N. Y. State Col- lege of Agriculture, on "A Campaign for Rural Progress." He said that as there is a city phase of our civilization so there is a country or rural phase, and it is as necessary that we should develop the one as the other, but we have lieretofore given our attention cliiefly to the city phase; more atten- tion should be directed to the needs and development of country life. Our attention to the rural question has been largely on the side of making farms more profitable; but while agri- culture for profit is a phase of country life not to be despised, it is not all of country life. The country |)eople must live their own lives along broad lines as well as city people do theirs; they must have their institutions, their re- creations and their outlook on life. All these will contribute directly to the national life and welfare as well as to the welfare of the city people as the country people themselves; there- fore it becomes a question of broad public policy for every one to interest himself in these problems. We must bring the intelligence of all the people to bear on these great rural questions in order that we may develop the rural civilization which will permanently satisfy the man of ideals and which will be a worthy contribution to the civilisation of our time. The forego- ing brief resume of the more salient and main conclusions does not do jrst:'ce to the breadth of view and com- l)rehenfive character of tlie address. A vote of thanks was returned to Prof. Eailey on motion of Mr. Cross- land. A paper by Mr. J. M. Lupton, of Mattituck, L. I., N. Y., closed the afternoon's ])roceedings. At the banquet Wednesday evening five-minute tail's were given by Henry W. Wood. J. C. RobiuFon, E. L. Page, Geo. S. Green, Kirby White, Charles Dickinson. S. E. Briggs, F. C. Wood- ruff, C. F. Wood, J. C. Vaughan, Ar- thur B. Clarke, Curtis Nye Smith, Harry L. Holmes. Chas. N. Page, fol- lowed by an interesting lecture on Color Photography, illustrated with views from nature, by J. Horace Mc- Farland, Harrisburg, Pa. The lecturer briefly sketched the scientific side of the Ltxmiere autochrome system of color photography, and referred to pre- vious processes attempted. By far the July 3, 1909 HORTICULTURt- i7 AT NIAGARA FALLS, ONTARIO. most interesting part of the lecture to those not concerned In the technical aspects was the presentation of fifty or sixty examples of the autochrome, which were shown by a specially ar- ranged stereopticon ilhiininated by a powerful electric light. The most deli- cate gradations of color in flowers, plants, trees and manufactured ob- jects were noted. An extraordinary se- ries of pictures of Xiagara Falls showed the sheen and tint of the water apparently almost in motion. The cammercial application of the process was illustrated by autochrome repro- ductions of work done from auto- chromes. Catalogue covers and the like were thrown on the screens in the exact colors in which the original appears, togetber with a separate showing of the printing process which intervened. The lecture was an inter- esting presentation of a novel and im- portant process new to most of the audience. Recognizing the efficient services of Secretary-Treasurer Kendel and his manifold duties he was voted an in- crease of salary of $100. Announcement was made by Albert McCullough of the formation of a new organization in no way antagonistic to the parent organization, to include the wholesale grass dealers. Mr. Mc- Cullough wished it clearly understood that the new association would in no way detract from the weight or in- fluence of the parent organization. On motion a joint committee to be composed of the Chairmen of the Com- mittees on Tariff and Customs, Seed Legislation and Postal Laws was cre- ated to confer with similar committees of the American Florists, and Ameri- can Nurserymen on matters of impor- tance and mutual interest. The usual appropriation was voted for the Na- tional Council of Horticulture, to con- tinue its work in the interests of tue seed trade. Secretary Kendel spoke in highly complimentary terms of the work that has been done by this or- ganization. President Woodruff called attention to the presence of the following ex- presidents in attendance at this con- vention: J. C. Vaughan, '92; Albert McCullough, 1S90 and 1900; S. E. Briggs, '95; Jerome B. Rice, '02; Wal- ter P. Stokes, '03; S. F. Willard, '04; Chas. N. Page, '05; W H. Grenell, '06; Henry W. Wood, '07; Geo. S. Green, '08; and at his suggestion a group photograph was taken of the foregoing after the adjournment of the conven- tion. In accordance with custom no city was voted on, but invitations were read from Atlantic City, Denver, Niagara Falls and Saratoga, as 1910 con- vention cities; an informal ballot showed a majority favoring Atlantic City, but the matter is referred to the Executive Committee. Mr. S. F. Willard, of Wethersfield, Conn., an ex-president and also ex- member of the Connecticut legisla- ture, proposed the name for honorary membership of Mr. E. L. Coy, of Mel- rose, Mass., formerly of New York state, to whom he referred as a vet- eran seed grower, well known to most of the membership, whose long and honorable record in the seed business renders him highly deserving of such honor. The nomination was seconded by Mr. F. '\V. Bolgiano, of Washing- ton, approved by Pres. Woodruff as re- quired under the rules, and agreed to by a unanimous vote. To Mr. Chas. Dickinson was accord- ed the honor of escorting to the chair the newly elected president, Mr. J. C. Robinson, who responded in a neat speech, which evidenced his full ap- preciation of the responsibilities of the position and his own willingness to do all in his power to fulfil them properly. In Mr. Robinson the Asso- ciation secures the services of a man of excellent tact, good judgment and kindly nature who will give it strength particularly in the section from which he comes. Mr. Robinson felt that his residence west of the Mississippi, though not far from the center of our common country, might make it dif- ficult for him to be in as close touch as he would desire with the Eastern membership, and he therefore urged that all members advise him frequent- ly and fully as to the needs of the Association. Mr. Robinson's election was unanimous. As a reward for his attempt to de- cline the honor of the oflice of First Vice-President, Mr. Duryea was threat- ened by Mr. Green with being made perpetual vice-president, and Mr. Mc- Cullough told him if that was not enough to make him sit down and stop declining election they would all agree to elect him to the first and sec- ond vice-presidencies as long as the Association lamp held out to burn, and then Mr. Duryea concluded to say no more but to accept. Immediately after the close of the convention everybody repaired to the ballroom, where Mr. and Mrs. Presi- dent! Woodruff were delighted by Mr. C. F. Wood of Louisville making presentation in his graceful and happy way of solid silver compotes and bon bon dishes and some beautiful de- signs of belt buckles with the maple leafs embossed thereon. Mr. Woodruff responded warmly, and the conculsion of this delightful incident marked the close of the convention. SWEET WILLIAMS. The double and single sweet Wil- liams (Dianthus barbatus) were in at- tractive display during our last visit to Dreer's at Riverton, N. J. One of the best of the collection is the New- port Pink. This variety is strikingly brilliant in color and is exceptionally large as to truss and is borne on long stems. It is now considered very val- uable for bedding purposes from mid- season on. Also fine tor cut flowers. Another good one for cut flowers Is the hybrid everblooming sweet Wil- liam (D. latifolius) of which we saw some fine specimens. The barbatus and latifolius do best raised from seeds every year instead of by divid- ing the old plants as is done with vari- eties like Napoleon III. Messrs. Lager & Hurrell, Summit, N. J., request that we correct an error in their advertisement on page S60, in our issue of June 19, in which Brass- avola Digbyana is quoted at ?9.00 per 100 and $60.00 per 1000 for plants with five to six bulbs— $9.00 per dozen and $60.00 per 100 is what was intended. 18 HORTICULTURE Jul) 3, 1909 Big Value in SPHAGNUM MOSS 6 Lge 5 Bbis Bales for $10.00 Single Bale $2.00 THE LEO NIESSEN CO. 1209 Arch St., Philadelphia, Pa. Please Note: We now close at 6 p. m. ANNUAL TRADE EXHIBIT OF THE ■ SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS CINCINNATI, OHIO, AUG 17-20 INCLUSIVE MAKE APPLICATION FOR SPACE AND RATES TO WM. MURPHY SUPT. TRADE EXnBIT 311 MAIN STREET, - CI NCI N NATI, OHIO CUT EASTER LILIES Extra Fine $1.50 per doz. $10.00 per 100 Can furnish in quantity W.E McKISSICK&BROS.,^r?."^!r 1619-1621 Ranstead St., Philadelphia M / \ !► CIT FLOWER BOXES EDWARDS FOJ.DING BOX CO MANUFACTURERS PHILADELPHIA, PA. 1 \ . . ' 'V k CHAS. W. McKELUR 51 WABASH AVE., CHICAGO Western Headquarters for Choice Orchids Valley, Roses and all Cut Flowers PETER REINBERQ WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS 51 Wabash Av., Chicago, 111. Long Distance Hhone, Central 6004 WINTERSON'S SEED STORE 45-47-49 Wabaih Ave., Chicago. Seedsmen, Plantsmen, Nurserymen Florists' Supplies We can supply eTerything used by the riorlBt. SUPPLY CATALOG FREE. Cor- mponder.cG solicited. POEHLMANN BROS. GO. 33-35-37 Randolph St., . CHICAGO CUT FLOWERS Qreenhouses, - Morton Qrova, III. Rice BrotHers I IS N. 6tll Street, niNNEAPOLlS, HINN. WHOLESALE FLORISTS and SUPPLIES CUT FLOWERS received twici daily, and caa fill w^ orders to your satisfaction. A complete line of ■•tdy Greens— WILD SMILAX, BOXWOOD, ■ARDY FANCY FERNS, GALAX LEAVES. Wr he for qtiotations on large quantities. In ordering goods please add "I saw It In HORTICULTURE." WELCH BROS. AMERICAN BEAUTY, KILLARNEY, RICHHOND, nARYLAND AND ALL THE SUPERIOR ROSES, LILY OF THE VALLEY, CARNATIONS, ORCHIDS 226 Devonshire Street, Boston, Wla«». WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKETS— "'''« ""•^^^WS'ei^Rs only CHICAGO June 29 I TWUI CITIES I I June 28 I PSLA. June 29 BOSTOI &s. Romss Am. Beskuty, Fancy and Special... '* Gxira No. I " Lower gratifis. •• Bride, 'Maid, Golden Gate, F. ** " Lower grades.. Kiltarney, Fan, & Sp * ' Lower grades Rlchmoad, Fancy & Special.. " Lower grades .... Chatenay My Maryland CAR/^ATtONS Fancy Ocdin: - y MtSOEULANeaUS Cattleyas Lilies Lily of the Valley Mignonette Sweet Peas Gardenias Peonies Daisies Stocks Snapdragon Adtentum SmllaK Aspatra^fus PIumoBUS, string *' *' ft Spren. (too bcha.) 25.00 ao 00 15.00 4.00 4.00 3.00 5. 00 3-00 5.00 3.00 3.00 4.00 1. 00 .50 40.00 to.oo 3.00 2. 00 .50 to to to to to to to lO to to to to 3.00 •35 9.00 2 00 ■75 12.00 50. *o 20.00 30.00 23.00 ao.oc 10.00 6.0c 4.0c 8 00 4.00 8.0c 4.00 6.00 8.00 3.0c 1. 00 50.00 13.00 4.00 4.0c i.oe 30.C0 6.00 I. CO 3. CO 8,co 1. 00 15.00 60.00 aS.oo 20.00 10.00 5.00 6 00 4.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 4-00 a 00 I 00 40.00 10.00 3.00 3.00 •75 S.oo 1.00 8.00 S.oo 1. 00 15.00 30.00 30.00 31.00 38.00 10,00 8.0c 6.00 10.00 6.0c 8.C0 6 00 7.00 3 00 2 00 60.00 12.50 4.00 4.00 1.25 50.00 8.00 >.75 10. CO 10.00 1.50 ao.co 50.00 50 00 18.00 to 39.00 18.00 15. CO 8.00 4. CO 6. CO 1.50 to. 00 3.00 8.00 3.00 4.00 2.00 2. 00 •5» to 6.00 to 8. CO to 4.00 to 13. 00 to 8.00 to 12.00 to 6.00 to 10 00 to 10.00 3.00 1.50 10.00 3.00 3.00 ■35 10.00 2.00 •50 s.oo 2. CO 1. 00 12. eo 35-00 25.00 to to to to to to to to to to to to to to 50.00 19.50 4.00 4.0c 75 12.50 6.00 1.50 6. CO 12 50 1.50 15.00 50.00 SO.ao to to to le.oo 13. cw 4.00 2.00 3.00 • 50 6.00 ■50 6.00 ■50 ■ 50 .50 •75 ••5 30.00 to 6.00 to i«oo to 1. 00 to 23.00 15*00 3.00 6.00 4 oo lo.eo 4.00 6.00 to 8.00 .35 to 8 00 to 2.00 to .50 to .75 to a.oo to - ^75 *• 13.00 to 35.M to iS^^o t* 4o,«0 8.C0 3.0C a.oo .50 a5.«« 4.00 75 1. 00 1.35 15.00 30.00 ■5-5« J.A.BUOLONG 37-39 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. ■oses and Oamatlona Ai^edalty... WHOLESALE GROWER of CUT FLOWERS HENRY M. ROBINSON & CO. IS Province St and 9 Cbapman Place - BOSTON, HASS. WHOLESALE COIMMISSION FLORISTS Hardy Cut Evergreens and Florists' Supplies New Crop Dagger and Fanc< Ferns $2 00 per Tliousand. We have the stuff and can fill all order*, large or small WE NEVER DISAPPOINT SATISFACTION GUARANTEED Prices Quoted in these Columns are for Dealers Only. When Writine; to Advertisers Please Mention HORTICULTURE. July 3, 1909 HORTICULTURE 19 The week's leaders. Buy liberally and push them. No retailer should allow it to be said: "Asleep at the post"! SPECIAL RIBBONS 9i^.< A T SPECIAL PRICES An Unusual Of fer of Seasonable Goodsat Unusual Figures Pattern Orchid We have a special shade In this pattern for "Lily of the Valley." It is a Beautiful Two Tone Silvery Green Satin Taffeta. Very stylish and can be used for all occasions. No. 7 Price $.65 No. 40 Price ?1.65 No. 100 Price $2.75 Pattern 848 Gauze Ribbon for Shower Effects. No. 2 Price $.30 No. 3 Price $.35 No. 5 Price $.40 NOTE— The No. 2 width we offer in box lots of 60 pieces at $.25 piece — will assort colors. Pattern Kiltarney For the Killarney Rose — Two Tone Satin Taffeta. No. 7 Price $ .65 No. 60 No. 16 " 1.15 No. 100 No. 22 " 1.35 No. 150 No. 40 " 1.65 Pattern Supreme In this Pattern we have Combination Shadings for Flesh Color and Lavender Sweet Pea. Also Orchid Shades — two widtlis only. No. 7 Price $.65 No. 9 Price $.85 All quotations are per piece of 10 yards unless otherwise noted. Price $2.35 2.75 3.50 S. S, PENNOGK - MEEHAN GO. The \"LVkM'i%' Philadelphia 1608-1620 Ludlow Street Store closes 6 p. m. Washington Store, 1212 New York Ave. Plant and Flower Growers If you are rebuilding, remcdeling or adding more glass, don't fail to inquire into the merits of the CASTLE SYSTEM THE CASTLE BOILER is the best hot water heating Plate Boiler for Greenhouse purposes on the market today. The Only System of Forced Circulation of hot water for greenhouse heating that has demonstrated its practicability, economy and perfection of action is the CASTLE AUTOMATIC CIRCULATOR All others are either superseded by the Castle Automatic, or are yet in the expeiimental stage. Send for Descriptive Catalogue and Tes- timonials from Florists Who Are Using One or Both. DO IT NOW! Mention Horticulture W. W. Castle Co. lyoSerslSon Flower Market Reports. The most concise and BOSTON near-truth report on the condition of the Boston market at the present time -would be, "There isn't any market." We are in- disputably at extreme low tide, partly because low tide is due about this oate and partly because of the extreme tor- lid weather which has sent people away and shut off all disposition to buy flowers and has at the same time hit the flowers themselves so that very few of them are worth buying. The only exceptions to the prevailing ae- moralization are lily of the valley, or- chids and Beauty, Carnot and Kaiserin roses from cold houses. Everything else is unsalable. Bride, Bridesmaid and Killarney roses are mildewed and discolored to an extent never paral- leled. Carnations, Jacq roses and in- door sweet peas are as bai as they can be. The latter are supplanted by the outdoor crop which is ruDw begin- ning to appear in fine shape and should sell readily if there was any sort of a demand. There was no scarcity BUFFALO in anj- one line of cut flowers the past week and although weddings and gradua- tions were at their height there was sufficient stock to supply all who wer'i in want. As several schools (includ- ing high schools) were prohibited the use of flowers during the commence- ments it was scarcely felt by the flor- ist but the matter has now been placed in the hands of a good committee who will, another season, look after the in- terests of the dealers at large. The sale of Beauties and other stock was better than in previous years but peonies and outdoor peas coming in so heavy have taken the place of roses and carnations, and while sale of the latter has been good it might have been 100 per cent, better had the severe hot weather held off until a week later. Loads of everything were coming in on Friday and Saturday and while trade was active it could not absorb the quantity of material received, especially peonies, peas and ordinary quality roses and a portion was carried over awaiting the ceme- tery florists who only had to name the price. With the thermometer regis- tering 88 on Sunday and Monday, the market is receiving quantities of everything, carnations asleep, roses all full blown and the buyers have prac- tically their own way. {^Continved on page 2f) WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKETS.-ro offi^foNLv. C»IC«>fNATI June 2Q DBTODIT June 28 June 29 PITTSBURO June 38 ROSES An. Beauty, Fan. and Sp. " Extra No.i " Lower grades firlde, 'Maid, Golden Gate. F. & S. *' " Low. St KilUroey, Fan. &Sp " Lower grades Rictunond, Fancy & Special " Lower grades Chatenay My Maryland CARNATIONS F^jicy and Novelties Ordkiary MISCGLLANeOUS Cattleyas Ulies Uly of the Valley Mignonette Sweet Peas Gardenias. Peonies Daisies Stocks Snapdragon Adiancum ■ gmilajt Asparagus Ptumo9Us, strings " " & Spren. (loo bchs.) 30.00 15.00 10.00 4.00 4.00 3.00 5-»o 3.00 6.00 3.00 4.00 3 5- 00 lO.CO 3.C0 a. 00 •35 35 9. CO 2.00 ZO.CO 40.00 ao.co 35. vo 30.00 1 3. 00 6 00 6.00 4.00 ft. 00 4.00 8. CO 4.00 6.00 3.00 1.50 50.00 12.00 4.00 3.00 50 ■50 3. CO 3.C0 1. 00 I3.CO 50.00 35.00 20.00 15.00 10.00 6.0c 4.00 3-«» 4.00 3.00 5.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 1. 00 25.00 20.00 13. 00 8.00 6.00 4.00 : 6.00 4.00 8.00 I 5.00 6.00 3.CA : 9.00 ' 1 3. 00 6.«o 3.00 2.00 6.00 2.00 8.00 3.00 3.C0 1.50 I. CO 25.00 I5.0C 10.00 4.00 8.00 4.00 8.00 4.00 lO.CO 4.00 4.00 35.00 to 12.50 to 3 00 to •.00 to • 50 20.00 5*0 ■75 2.00 a. 00 to 1. 00 to to 30.00 ?o,oo 50.00 15.00 4.00 3.00 -75 30.00 8. CO I 00 4.00 4. CO 1.50 IS 00 30. CO 30.00 60.00 8.00 3.00 1. 00 .50 3.00 •75 2.00 1.50 7S.OO 15.00 4.00 2.00 l.OC 4.00 1.50 '■50 15.00 10.00 4.00 2.00 4.00 3O.04 13. ca 8.a« 3.00 6.00 a.oo to to io.*a 4.M "V.ii 50.00 8.«o 300 a.o' •as .50 to I 50.00 25.00 1.50 15.00 60.00 5o.ac 3.00 T.CO 30.00 3C.OO 75.00 lo.oe 4.0c 3.C0 1.00 35.00 5.00 I. CO 1. 00 4.C0 1.25 15 oe So.ao 53.00 20 HORTICULTURE July 1909 FORD BROTHERS 48 West 28th street NEW YORK Fi ROSS, \\m CiilliS A Full Line of All CIT FLOWERS Telephone, 3870 or 3871 Madison Square H. E. FROMENT Wholesale Commission Florist, Choice Cut Flowers, 57 West 28th St. :: NEW YORK Telephones : 2200, 2201 , Madison Square. Alfred H. Langjahr All choice cut-flowers in season. Send for quotations. Correspondence with shippers of first-class stock invited. 55 West 28th Street, New York Telephones 4626-4627 Madison Square Edward C. Horan Wholesale Florist 55 WEST 28th ST. Tel. Y^ll Madison Square NCW YOrlt P H I LIP F. KESSLER 55 & 57 W. 26th St., New York. CUT FLOWERS WHOLESALE Open from 5 a. m. 2. 00 ■ ■5 .10 8.00 20^0 •75 12. 0« 3i>.«o as .OS pearance. Carnations are selling at a price that does not pay for the labor of picking and marketing, if indeed they sell at all. Peonies are still flood- ing the market, but no price can be said to be established. They have had a long run and on the whole a prosperous one. Here, as with the carnation, it looks very much to many as if we had reache^l a stage of over- production though the building . ot more greenhouses and the planting of more peony beds goes merrily on. Lily of the valley seems to be the one flow- er for which there is a steady deraan.l. It is having a rival this year in the orchid as a wedding flower. Indorr peas are being replaced by outdoor stock. A light frost June 18 killed tomatoes and corn near Chicago. The stillness of sum- NEW YORK mer has descended on this market with a thoroughness and positiveness that is unmistakable. It has taken place more suddenly and earlier than usual and nobody expects to see any material change in conditions tor many weeks to come. The variety and quantity of material coming in is rapidly tailing oft', but not comparably to the deterio- ration in quantity which is seen on all sides. Of most flowers good stock is hardly to be found. Lougiflorum lilies are an exception and are equal to the best ever offered at any season of the year, but they are hopelessly over- loaded— probably five times what the market can ixissibly absorb and a heavy loss to the growers seems in- evitable. The New York market is wonderfully elastic when it comes to roses, carnations, peas or violets and the limit of its capacity for these things at some sort of price is rarely reached. On the other hand the lily is. and probably always will be, in a different class and over-stocking is likely to mean absolute loss. Peonies from cold storage are of excellent quality, but the outlet for them is about finished. The first asters of the season have appeared— good quality, too. Pond lilies— the coolest, most se- ductive material in the whole line — just now form a very general and ap- propriate adornment of the florists' windows. J2 HORTICULTURE July 3, 1909 Buyer's Directory and Ready Reference Guide Advertisements under this head, one cent a word. Initials count as words. Display advertisers in this Issue are also listed under this classification without charge. Reference to List of Advertisers will indicate the respective pages. Buyers failing to find what they want in this list will confer a favor hy writing us and we will try to put them in communication with reliable dealer*. AOOOlTNTAirT R. J. Dysart, 2S State St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. AQUIIlEGIAS Aquileglas. Genuine Coerulea, finest of all. liotli plants and seeds fiom the heart of the Rockies. C. S. Harrison's Select Nurser.T, York, Neb. ARAUCARIAS A. Leuthy & Co., Perkins St. Nurseries, Roslindale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Godfrey Aschmann, 1012 West Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS William C. Smith, Market & 61st St., Philadelphia. Charles H. Totty, Madison N. J. Asparaarus Plumosa and Sprengeri. For page see List of Advertisers. ASTERS. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, r.i. For page see List of Advertisers. Crego, the best of ail, colors light pink and white. Price to clean out, ?2..'i0 per 1000. Edward Harris, Cumberland, Md. BAMBOO OANES Yokohama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay Street, New York. Bamboo Sticks, Colored Green. For page see List of Advertisers. BAY trees! 2000 Bay and Box Trees In all sizes, Pyramid and Standards. Write for list. Julius Roehrs. Rutherford, N. J. BEDDING PLANTS A. Leuthy & Co., Perkins St. NarB«ries, Roslindale, Maia. For page see List of Advertisers. G. Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., Phila- delphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. R. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., White Marsh. Maryland. For page see List of Advertisers. NORTHEHN FLORISTS NOTICE! I have a splendid stock of the following in right condition for this late season. The prices quoted are strioTly cash: Ageratum, blue, 3 in., $2.o0 per 100, cash. Alternanthera, red and yellow, 2 in., $1.50 per 100. Bego- nia Vernon, pink and «hite, 3 In., $2.50 per 100. Centaurea Gymnocarpa, 2 In., $1.50 per 100. Cannas. Musaetolla (bronze), and a yellow flowering French eanna (green), 3^;: In., $.5.00 per 100. Cobaea scandens, 3V4 In., $5.00 per 100. Coleus, assorted colors, 2 in., $1..50 per 100. Fuchsias, single and double, miiert, 3V4 in., $5.00 per 100. Geranium Trego, Jaulin, Viaud and La Favorite, 3>4 1n.,$5.00 per 100. Heliotropes, 8% In., $5.00 per 100. Daisies, (Paris) white, 3 In., $2.50 per 100. Ivy, Parlor (or Ger- man), 3 In., $2..50 per 100. Lobelias. 2>^ In., $2.00 per 100. Petunias, single, finest mixture, 2ii and 3 in., $2.00 per 100. Sal- via Bonfire, 2^ in., $2.00; 3hi In., $4.00 per 100. Verbenas, Vaughan's best mixture, 2*4 In., $2.00 per 100. F. SOKOL, Worces- ter, Mass. BEGONIAS DImsford Nurseries. Elmsford, N. Y. Lorraine Begonias. Thomas Roland, Nahant, Mass. Begonia Glolre De Lorraine. For page see List of Advertisers. BEGONIAS — Continued Now ready for deliveiy. Begonia Glolre de Lorraine, strong, healthy stuff, all propagated from leaf cuttings, and ready for 3 and 4 inch pots; $15.00 per 100, $140.00 per 1000. New winter flowering Begonia "Pres. Taft." .iw.irds— Bronze Medal, S. A. F., Chicago, Nov., 1908; Certificate of Merit by Pittsburg and Allegheny Florists' Club, Newport, R. 1., Horticultural Society, and New York Florists' and Gardeners' Club. This beautiful winter-flowering Be- gonia originated in our nui"series about two years ago; It Is stronger, sturdier and more beautiful than any of its predecessors. In color It Is similar to Agatha; it is free and continuous flowering from November to April; each flower the size of a silver dol- lar. $4.00 per dozen, $25.00 per 100. Cash with order from unknown correspondents. J. A. Peterson, McHenry Ave., Westwood, Cincinnati, O. BEGONIA REX J. H. Dann & Son, Westfleld, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. BOILERS The W. W. Castle Co., 170 Summer St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. _ BOILERS. "Burnham" Boilers made for greenhouse, heating. Lord & Burnham, 1133 Broadway, N. Y. Kroeschell Bros. Co., 35 Erie St., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. BOOKS Pronunciation of Plant Names, sent for 50 cents, postpaid, bv HORTICULTURE PUB. CO., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. BOX'WOOS TREES New England Nurseries, Inc., Bedford, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. The F. R. Pierson Co., Tarrytown-on- Hudson, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. BUILDING "OATERIAL BUILDING MATERIAL of all descrip- tion for All Cypress, Semi-Iron, Iron Frame or Truss Houses. Hot Bed Sash and l<'rames. Loid & Burnham Co., 1133 Broad- way, N. Y. BTTLBS AND TUBERS Joseph Breck & Sons, 47-54 N. Market St., Boston. Dutch and French Bulbs. For page see List of Advertisers. J. M. Ihornburn & Co., 33 Barclay St, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. A. T. Hoddlngton, 342 W. 14th St., N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Rlckards^BrosTTST Enst^l9th St., NewYork. For page see List of Advertisers. H. P. Michell Co., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. H. E. Fiske Seed Co., Faneull Hall Sq,, Bcston. T. J. Grey & Co., 32 and 33 So. Market St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Yokohama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Ralph M. Ward & Co., 12 W. Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Schlcgel & Fottler Co., 26 & 27 S. Market St.. Boston. Begonias, Gloxinias, Tuberoses. For page see List of Advertisers. BULBS AND TUBERS — Continued .Jacs Smits, Ltd., care Maitus & Ware, 14 Stone St., New York. Cold Storage Lily of the Valley. IJULBS. —This ad. is cur di-ummer. We ceitiiiiily have got them and they are 0. K. ill size and condition owing to cold and damp spring. And the prices are right — delivered to .vf>u at 50 per cent, below Dutch bulbs, and being acclimated they flower ten days sooier. The.v are true, sound, clean, dry, healthy, selected stock. A postal will bi-ing .vou nil details as to varieties to plant or fort-e, with cultural dirertions. D'Alcoru, The Southerh Daffo- dil Farm, Portsmouth, \a. Where the fine Emperors come from. OANNAS The F. R. Pierson Co., Tarrytown-on- Hudson, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. J. H. Dann & Son, Westfleld, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. CARNATIONS F. Dnrner & Sons Co., Lafayette, Ind. Carnations for Immediate Delivery, For page see List of Advertisers. Chicago Carnation Co., Jollet, 111. Mary Toiman. For page see List of Advertisers. Wood Bros., Flshklll, n7~Y. Carnations, Rooted Cuttings. For page see List of Advertisers. The E. G. Hill Co., Richmond, Ind. Carnation Cuttings. For page see List of Advertisers. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, III. For page see List of Advertisers. OHHTSANTHEBfUMS El. G. Hill Co., Richmond, Ind. For page see List of Advertlsera. C. H. Totty, MadUon, N. J. For page see List of AdvertlBent. Wood Bros., FIshkUl, N. Y. Chrysanthemums Rooted Cuttings. For page see List of Advertisers. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, IIL IJ\>r page see List of Advertisers. Elmer D. nmitn & Co., Adrian, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers^ William C. Smith, Market & 6l8t St, Philadelphia. I. M. Rayner, Greenport, L. I., N. Y. For prge see List of Advertisers. 75,000 transplanted chrysanthemum cut- tings read.v to bench: Opah, Kalb. Estelle, Pacific, Cremo, Yellow Jones, Monrovia, WhiUdln, Halllday, Bonnaffon, Bailey, $1.25, 100; $12,00, 1000. T. W. Baylls ft Sons, West Grove, Pa. Herrlngton's book on the Chrysanthe- mum mailed to your address for 50c., by Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. Golden Glow and Pacific Supreme, R. C, $2.75 per 100, prepaid; 1000 not prepaid, $25; from 2^4 In. pots, $3.50 per 100. Cbas. Frost, Kenllworth, N. J. 57 VARIETIES. Best commercial mums, 2Vi In. pots, 3c. each. Gloria, 25c. Henry Trail, Frederick, Md. Chrysanthemums. For sale, cheap for cash, 3000 plants In 2^4 In pots, and 2000 In 3 Inch. Leading varieties. Fine stock. Samuel Kinder, Bristol, R. I. COAL FOR GREENHOUSE USE Bader Coal Co., Board of Trade Bldg., Boston. For List of Advertisers See Page 27 July 3, 1909 HORTICULTURE 23 COLETTS A. Leuthy & Co., Perkins St. Nurserlee, RosllDdule, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. CONIFERS John Waterer & Sons, Ltd., American Nurser.v, Bag.shot, Eng. For page see List ot Advertisers. CROTONS The F. R. Pieison Co., Tarrytown-on- Hudson, N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. CUT FLOWER BOXES. Edwards Folding Box Co., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. Folding cut flower boxes, the best made. Write for list. Holton & Hunkel Co., Mil- waukee, Wis. DAHLIAS David Herbert & Son, Atco, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers^ Peacock Dahlia Farms, Williamstown Junc- tion, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Wilmorc's "Oahlla Manual will be mailed for twent.v-hve cents by HORTICULTURE PUBLISHING COMPANY, 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. DECORATIVE PLANTS A. Leuthy & Co., Perkins St., Nurseries, Roslindale, Mass. Imported Plants for Fall Delivery. For page see List of Advertisers. Godfrev Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. The Geo. Wittbold Co., 1657 Buckingham Place, Chicago, III. For page see List of Advertisers. Eobert Craig Co., Market and 49th Sts., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Stuart Low & Co., Bush Hill Park, Bnfleld, Middlesex, Eng. For page see List of Advertisers. ELECTRIC CIRCTJLATORS The W. W. Castle Co., 170 Summer St., Boston. For page see lAst of Advertisers. EVERGREENS New England Nurseries, Bedford, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Evergreens. Send 25 cents In stamps for complete work on propagating and § rowing Evergreens. C. S. Harrison's elect Nursery, York, Neb. FERNS A. Leuthy & Co., Roslindale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. H. H. Barrows & Son, Whitman, Mass. Nephroclepis Magniflca. For page see List of Advertisers. John Scott, Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Frank Oechslin, 2.570-2G06 W. Adams St., Chicago. Ferns for Dishes. For page see List of Advertisers. The Geo. Wittbold Co., 16.57 Buckingham Place, Chicago, 111. For page see List of Advertisers. Godfrey Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. Jardiniere Ferns. 6-7 best varieties, $3.50 per 100; $.30.00 per 1000. Rose HUl Nurse- ries, New Rochille, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Anderson's ferns for in and outdoors. Largest commercial collection in the coun- try. Ask for descriptive catalogue. J. F. Anderson, Fern Specialist, Short Hills, N. J. FERTILIZERS I'ulrerlzed Manure Co.. 31 Union Stock Yards, Chicago, 111. Wizard Brand Sheep and Shredded Cattle Manure. For page 5ye List of Advertisers. Bowker Fertilizer Co., Boston, Mais! All Forms of I'lant Food at First Hands. For page see List of Advertisers. FLORAL PHOTOGRAPHS Floral Photographs. Foley's. 226-228 1-2 Bowery, New York. FLORISTS' LETTERS. Boston Florist Letter Co., 66 Pearl St., Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. W. C. Krick, 11&1-66 Greene Ave., Brook- lyn, N. Y. Immortelle Letters. For page see List of Advertisers. FLORISTS SUPPLIES N. F. McCarlhy & Co., 84 Hawley St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. H. M. Robinson & Co., 13 Province St. and 9 Chapman Place, Boston, ilass. For page see List of Advertisers. Reed & Keller, 122 W. 25t h St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. II. Bayersdorfer & Co.. 1129 Arch St., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. S. S. Pemock-Meehan Co., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. FLOWXR POTS W. H. Ernest, 2S(h and M Sts., Washington. D. C. For page see List of Advertisers. A. H. Hews & Co., Cambridge, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Hilfinger Broi^Ft. Edward. N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. The Peters & Reed Pottery Co., Red Pots, Seed Pans, etc. Zanesville, O. We make Standard Flower Pots, etc. Write us when in need. Wilraer Cope & Bro. Lincoln University, Chester Co., Pa. Syracuse Pottery Co.. S.vracuse, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. FRXnT TREES Dw.irf Fruit Trees, by F. A. Waugh, mailed to your address for 55 cents by Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. GALAX Michigan Cut Flower Co., 38 and 40 Broad way, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. George Cotsonas & Co., 50 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. _ Rice Bros~]15 N. Gth St.~Mlnneapoll8, Minn. For page see List of Advertisers. H. M. Robluson & Co., 15 Province St. and 9 Chapman Place, Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. GARDEN HOSE Revere Rubber Co., Boston, Mbm. For pagi see List of Advertisers. GERANIUMS R. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. New and Standard Varieties. For page see List of Advertisers. Godfrey Aschmann, Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. GLASS Boston Plate & Window Glass Co., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Standard Plate Glass Co., 26-30 Sndbury St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. GLASS — Continaed Foley Mfg. Co.. Western Ave., between 25th & 26th Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Sharp, Partridge & Co., 22d & Lumber Sts., Chicago. For page see l^ist of Advertisers. Parshelsky Bros., Inc., 59 Montrose Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Metropolitan Material Co., 1S92-1402 Metro- politan Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. John- Greenhouse glass, lowest prices, ston Glass Co., Hartford City, Ind. Glass. High Grade, Double Thick Green- house Glass. Lord & Burnbam, 1133 Broad- wa.T, N. Y. GLAZING POINTS H. A. Dreer. Philadelphia. Pa. Peerless Glazing Point, For page see List of Advertisers. GLAZING POINTS, Lord & Burnham. S|,eei!il Glazing Nails (Points). Lord ft Burnham, 1133 Broadway, N. Y. GREENHOUSE BUILDING MATS- RIAL Lord & Burnham Co., 1133 Broadway, New Y'ork. For page see List of Advertisers. Pierson U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. A. T. Stearns Lumber Co., Neponset, Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. King Constmctiou Co., N. Tonawanda, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Hltchings & Co., 1170 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. J. C. Montager Co., 117 ^East~Bla'ckhawk St., Chicago, 111. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., between 25th & 26th Sts.. Chicago. Peeky Cypress for Benches. For page see List of Advertisers. F. Jacobs & Sons. 1S59-63 Flushing Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. GREENHOUSE CONSTRUCIION GRKENIIOUSB CONSTRUCTION, Semi- Iron Greenhouse, New Truss Houses and Iron Frame Houses. Lord & Burnham, 1133 Broadway, N. Y. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., between 2oth & 26th Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Hltchings & Co., 1T7O Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. GREENHOUSE HOSE Revere Rubber Co., Boston, Mass. Revero Hose. For page see List of Advertisers. GUTTERS GUTTERS, Cast Iron Gutters, L. & B. Improved V Shaped Gutter with drip gut- ter attachment. Lord & Burnham, 1138 Broadway, N. Y. HAIL INSURANCE Florists' Hall Asso. of America. J. G. Bsler, Saddle River. N. J. For page see List of Advertisers, HARDY FERNS, MOSS AND GREENS H. M. Robinson & Co., 15 Province St. and 9 Chapman Place, Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, 38 and -JO Broadway, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. George Cotsonas & Co., 50 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Rice Bros., 115 N. 6th St., Minneapolis, Mlun. For page see List of Advertisers. In writing to Advertisers kindly mention Horticulture 24 HORTICULTURE- July 3, 1909 HEATrNG APPARATUS Lord & -'lui'iihani Co., 1133 Broadway. New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Plerson U-Iinr Co., 1 Madison Sq., N."Tr For page see List of Advertisers. Kroeschell Bros. Co., 3.'5 Erie St., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. HELP FURNISHED Thos. H. Bambrick, 34 So. 7th St., Phila. For page see List of Advertisers. HERBACEOUS PERENNIALS P. Ouwerkerk, P. O. No. 1, Hoboken, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. New England Nurseries, Bedford, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. The Geo. Wittl.old Co., 1657 Buckingham Place. Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. HOT-BED SASH The A. T. Stearns Lumber Co., Neponset, Mass. For page see _Llst^ of Advertisers. Plerson U-Bar Co., 1 Ma^i.ioiPSt!., N.~Y. For page see List of_Advertisers. Lord .t Buriihani Co.." ll,^3T!roadw.av7~N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. _ Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave.T between 2.1th & 26lh Sts., Chicago. ayDr.jiHGEAS. The r. 11. I'icrsou Co.. Tarrytown-oH- lludson, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. ifuSECnCIUES. Nicoticide kills all Kreenhouse pests. P. U. Palethorpe Co., Eleventh St., Owensboro, Ky. For page seeJ^st_of Advertisers. Stumpp & VVarer Co., 50~Barelay~St., New York. Kilmdead Tobacco Dust. For page see List of Advertisers. Niagara Sprayer Co., Middleport, N. Y. Niagara Brand. Bowker Insecticide Co.. Boston, Mass. In.sect Destroying Preoarations. For page see List of Advertisers. Wm. Cooper & Nephews, 177 Illinois St., Chicago; Cyril Franoklyn, 62 Beaver St., New York. Agt. V 1 Fluid. Phlla. Insecticide Co., 6117 Main Gerniantown, Pa. Pullninn's Insect and Worm Destroyer Nicotine. St., Eastern Chemical Co., Pittsburg St., Boston. "IMI"' Soap Spray. For page see List of Advertisers. '•The Fumigating Kind Tobacco Pow- fler"-The first on the market and the kind that has so many Imitators, has our guar- antee tag of satisfaction or money back, and "The Moon Trade Mark" on every bag. $3.00 per 100 lbs. The H. A. Stoothoff Co.. Mount Vernon, N. Y., makers and sellers. JAPANESE PLANTS Yokohama Nursery Co.. 31 Barclay St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. KENTIAS Godfrey Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Adjt-ertiscrs. A. Leuthy & Co., Roslindale, Massl For page see List of Advertisers. .Tos. Heacock Co., Wyncote, P£ Single and Made-Up Specimens. For page see List of Advertisers. O. V. Zangen. Hoboken, N. .L For page see List of Advertisers. LILY OF THE VALLEY PIPS Hjalmar Hartmann & Co., Langangstraeda 20, Copenhagen, Denmark. For page see List of Advertisers. MASTICA F. O. IMerce Co., 12 W. Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. MOON VINES Godfre.v Aschmann. Philadelphia. Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. 'MUM CANES Wm. Elliott & Sons. 42 Vesey St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. MUSAS The F. R. Plerson Co., Tarrytown-on- Hudson. N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. MYRTLE . Myrtle, blue for cemetery planting. $2.00 per 100; $17..'50 per 1000. Geo. A. Dhonau, Station H., Cincinnati, Ohio. NlCO-rUME I^entuckj' Tobacco Product Co., Louisville, Ky. For page see List of Advertisers. NURSERY STOCK John Waterer & Sons, Ltd., American Nurser.v, Bagshot, England. For page see List of Advertisers. P. Ouwerkerk, 211! .Tane St., Weehawken Hei.Khts. N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. W. & T. Smith Co., Geneva, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Manual of the Trees of North America, b.v C. S. Sargent, mailed to your address for $6.00, by Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. TUBES, SHRUBS, ROSES, EVER- GREENS, PEONIES. HARDY PLANTS. EI.LWANGER & BARRY, Rochester, N, Y. ORCHID PLANTS Lager cS: Hurrell, Summit, N. .1. Fresh Imported and Established Orchids For page see List of Advertisers. Sander, St. Albans, England. Importers. Exporters, Growers, Hybridists For page see List of Advertisers. Carrlllo & Baldwin, Secaucus, N.^j! ^ For page see List of Advertisers. Jos. A. Manda, 101~ Valley Roadi~West Orange, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Ordonez Bros., Madison, N. J,, Box 105. Cattleya Mossiae. For page see List of Advertisers. Stuart Low & Co., Bnsh Hill Park,">.nflekl, Middlesex, Eng. _ For page see List of Advertisers. Largest stock in the country. Ask for prices. Julius Roehrs, Rutherford, . N. J. Native Orchids. Hugo Kind, Hammon- ton, N. .L PAINT AND PUTTY ~ PAINT AND PUTTY: Ideal Greenhouse Lead: Special Greenhouse Putty. Lord & Burnham. 11.33 Broadway, N. Y. PALMS A. Leuthy Si Co., Perkins St. Nurseries, Rosli'Klale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Robert Craig Co., Market aud~49tb Sts^, Philadelphia, Pa. For_ page see List of Advertisers. Joseph IleacooK Co., Wyncote, Pa. Home-Growu Palms. For page_see_List of Advertisers. Geo. Wittbold Co., 16.57 Buckingham Place, Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. O. V. Zai[?en, Hoboken, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. PANSY SEED John Gerard, New Britain, Conn. Giant Pansy Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. PATENTS Slggers & Slggers. Washington, D. C. For page see List of Advertisers. PEAT Ofchid Peat and Moss always on hand. Julius Roobrs Co.. Rutherford, N. J. PEONIES Cottage Gardens Co., Inc., Queens, L. I., N. Y. Peonies for Fall Deliver.v. For page see List of Advertisers. I'eonies only, by the wholesale — best 100 va rieties. J. F. Rosontield, Westpoint, Nebr. One of the flnest collections in America. Send 2.5 cts. in stamps for new edition cf Peony Manu.nl. C. S. Harrison's Select Nursery. Y'oi-k, Neb. PHLOXES Send 25 cts. in stamps for Phlox Manual. Fine mixed phloxes, $2.00 per 100. C. S. Harrison's Select Nursery, York, Neb. PHOTOGRAPHS: DESIGNING: IL- LUSTRATING Geo. E. Dow, 178 Washington St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. PIPE AND rmTMija Foley Mfg. Co., between "^'estern Ave. and 26th_St., Chicago, 111. Kroeschell Bros. Co., 3.5 Erie St., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. PIPE AND FITTINGS. Cast Iron and Wrought Pipe, Valves, Elbows, Pipe Hooks, Automatic Air Headers, etc. Lord & Burn- ham. 1133 Broadway, N. Y. Metropolitan Material Co., 1392-1402 Met- ropolitan Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. PLANT STAKES Seele's Tieless Plant Stakes and Trel- lises. H. D. Seele & Sons. Elkhart, Ind. POT HANGERS Pot hangers. Kramer's, $1 doz. by exp., *1 23 by mail. I. N. Kramer & Son, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. PRIMULAS Primula obconica grandlflora. Ronsdorfel Hybrids, the best strain in existence; com- pacta, Kermesina, purpuresceus, violacea, glgantea and five other varieties; strong plants from 2Vi in. pots, $3.00 per 100. Cash. Henry Schmidt, 408 Fulton St., Weehawken P. O., N. J. RESURRECTION PLANTS Write for wholesale prices on resurrec- tion plants. Native I'lant Co., Marathon, Texas. RHODODENDRONS John Waterer & Sons, Ltd., American Nursery, Bagshot, England. For page see List of Advertisers. P. Ouwerkerk, Hoboken, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. ROSES Kobert Craig Co., Market and 49th 8ti., Philadelphia, Pa. For p«ge see List of Advertisers. P. Ouwerkerk, P. O. No. 1, Hoboken, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Tlie F. B. Plerson Co., T«rrytown-on-Hudson, N. Y. White KUlarney. For page see List of Advertisers. Dliigee & Conard Co., West Grove, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Poehimann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, 111. For page see List of Advertisers. A. N. Plerson, Cromwell, Conn. White Killarney. My Maryland, Ramblers. For page see List of Advertisers. W. & T .~S n7iyh"^Co., Geneva, N. Y. American Gi'own Roses. For page see List of Advertisers. S. J. Renter & Son, Wosti>rl.y, R. I. Own Root Roses. Fm- page see List of Advertisers. Frank F. Crump. Colorado Springs, Colo. Charles H. ToUynialilson, fC~T. For page see List of Advertisers. For List of Advertisers See Page 27 July 3, 1909 HORTICULTURE 25 ROSES — Continued The Rose, bj H. H. Elhvanger; mailed for $1.30 by Horticulture, 11 Hamilton Place. Boston. Hand Book of Cultural Notes on Roses Under Glass, by F. P. BrlgUam, mailed to your address for 25p., by Horticulture Pub- lishing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. "RosesT" Maids and Kichmonds, strong 4 In. stock, $S.OO per 100. American Beau- ties, 3 in. pots, $7.00 per 100; SVz in. pots, 58.00 per 100. Rose Hill Nurseries, New Rochelle, N. Y. RUBBER PIiANTS William C. Smitli, Jlarket & 61st St., I'hiladelphla. SEED GRO'WERS Ujalmar llartmann & Co. Caulirtower and Cabbage Seed. Langangstraede 20, Copenhagen, Denmark. For page see List of Advertisers. SEEDS T. J. Grey Co., 32 So. Market St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Hreck & Sons, 51 and ii2 N. Market St., Boston, Mass. For pcge see List of Advertisers. \V. Atlee Burpee \- Co., Philartelphla. ifor page see Ll.st of Advertisers. Arthur T. Boddincton, 342 W. 14th St., New york. For page see List of Advertisers. H. E. Fiske Seed Co., Faueuil Hall Sq., Boston^ Hjalmar Hartmann & Co.. Langangstraede 20, Copenhagen, Denmark. CauliHower and Cabbage Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. Rickards Bros,. 37 B. 19th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. R. & J. Farquhar & Co., 6-7 So. Market~St . , Boston. Mignonette Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. H. F. Micliell Co., 1018 Market St., Phlla. Primula Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. J. M. Thorbnrn & Co., 33 Barclay St., N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. ^Leonard Seed Co., Chicago, III. For page see List of Advertisers. Sohlegel &- Fottler Co., 26 & 27 So. Market St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. O. V. Zangen, "Hoboken, NTT. Florists' Spring Seeds. E. F. Wlnterson Co., Chicago. Seeds for Plantsmen, Nurserymen, Seeds- raeB. For page see List of Advertisers. A. C. 2vola trek ."Bound Brook, N. J. Winter Flowering Sweet Peas. For page see List of Advertisers. Seeds. Kocky Monntaln Evergreen seeds In large or small quantities. C. S. Harri- son's Select Ntirsery, York, Nel). SHRUBS Tlie George Wlttbold Co., 1657 Backlngham Place, Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. SIL,KA1,INE John C. Meyer & Co., Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers SPHAGNUM HOSS Live Sphagnum moss, orchid peat and orchid l)askets always on hand. Lager & Hurrell, Summit, N. J. SPRAYERS Niagara Sprayer Co., Middleport, N. Y. Chas. .1. .Tager Co., Boston. Deming Spray Pump. For page see List of Advertisers. S\irEET PEAS A. C. Zvolanek, Bound Brook, N. J. Winter lowering. For page see List of Ailvertlsers. TRAINED FRUIT TREES Stuart Low & Co., Bush Hill Park, Enfleld, Middlesex, Eng. For page see List of Advertisers. VEGETABI.E PI.ANTS K. Vincent, ,Tr,, & Sons Co,, White Marsh, Md. For page see List of Advertisers. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. VENTrLATINO APPARATUS Plerson TJ-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Fole.v Mfg. Co., Western Ave., between 25th i: 26th Sts., Chicago. The Advance Co., Richmond, Ind. For page see List of Advertisers. Quaker City Machine Co., Richmond, Ind. 20th Century Ventilating Arm. For page see List of Advertisers. VENTILATING MACHINERY New Model encased, self-oiling gear; Standard Model Open Gear. Lord & Burnham, 1133 Broadway, N Y. VERBENAS Lemon Verbena R. C, 75c. per 100, pre- paid. Chas. Frost, Kenilwotth, N. J. VIOLETS. WHliam Sim, Cllftondaie, Mats. Boston and Princess of Wales Violeta. For page see List of Advertisers. Maria Louise Violet plants, well rooted, grown on Tile benches, free from disease, selected stock, $15.00 per 1000. Ready for immediate delivery. J. Yonder Linden, Rhinebeck, N. Y. VINCAS William C. Smith, Market & 61st St, Ph iladelphia. "WIRED TOOTHPICKS W. J. Cowee, Berlin, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. WIREWORK Reed & Keller, 122 W. 25th St., N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Durand & Marohn, Albany, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Wirework. Write for our catalogue. Holton & Hnnkei Co., Milwaukee, Wia. William E. Hellscher's Wire Works, 38-40 Broadway, Detroit, Mich. Wirework — Compare our prices with others. Seranton Florist Supply Co., 201 N. 7tb St., Scranton, Pa. WHOI^SAXE FLORISTS B«St*B N. p. McCarthy & Co., 84 Hawley St., Boston. For page sae List of Advertisers. H. M. Robinson & Co., 15 Province St. and 9 Chapman PI., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Welch Bros.. 226 Devonshire St., Boeton. For page see List of Advertisers. Tallby, Weliesley, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Buffalo, N. Y. William F. Kasting Co., 383-87 Ellicott St., Buffalo, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Chicago Chas. W. McKeller, 51 Wabasli Ave., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. i^eter Reinberg, 51 Wabash Ave., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. E. F. Wlnterson Co., 45-49 Wabash Ave., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. J. A. Btidloiig, 37-39 Randolph St., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, 111. For page see List of Advertisers. Crom'w'ell, Conn. A. N. Plerson, Cromwell, Conn. For page see List of Advertisers. Detroit Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, 38 and 40 Broadway, Detroit, Sllch. For page see List of Advertisers. "WHOLESALE FLORISTS — Min neapolia ~RTce Bros., 115 N. «th St., Minneapoila, Minn. For page see List of Advertisers. Maw York Ford Bros., 48 W. 28th St., New York. I'or page see List of Advertisers. H. E. ITroment, 57 W. 28tli St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Alex. J. Guttman, 34 W. 28th St., Nevr York. For page see List of Advertisers. E. C. Horan, 55 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. A. H. Langjahr, 55 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. James McMauus, 42 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. John I. Raynor, 49 W.^th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. W. F. Sheridan, 3U W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Moore, Hentz & Nash, 55 and 57 W. 26th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Wm. K Kuebler, 28 Willoughby St7, Broolilyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Mlllang Bros., 41 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. John Young. 51 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Greater New York Florists' Association, 102 Livingston St., Brooklyn, N. Y. B'or page see List of Advertisers- Frank Millang, 55-57 W. 26th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Philip F. Kcssler, 55 & 57 W. 26th StT, New Y'ork. For page see List of Advertisers. A. L. Young & Co., 54 W. 28th St., N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Growers' Cut Flower Co., 39 W. 2Sth St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. J. K. Aliei. 106 W. 2Sth St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Charles Millang, 444 Sixth Ave., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Manhattan Flower Market, 46 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. PhUadelphia W. E. McKlsslck & Bros., 1619-1621 Ran- stead St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Leo Niessen Co., 1209 Arch St., Philadel- phia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. The S. S. Pennock-Meehan Co., 1608-18 Ludlow St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. New Offers in This Issue. BEDDING PLANTS. I. M. Rayner, Greenport. N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. BERMUDA ONION SEED. Foderic-o C. Varela, Tfvieritfe, Catian' Ids. For page see List of Advertisers, CANNAS: BEDDING PLANTS. Whittet & Co., Lowell, Mass, I'^or page see List of Advertisers, " CHOICE VEGETABLE SEEDS. Fran.i.* Brill, Il.'nip^te:!,!, I, I., X, Y, I''or pa^'c sre Ust of .\ihi'rtisers. CALL/T BULBS: NARCISSUS~~ALBA GRANDIFLORA. A. Mittiug Calla Lily Bulb Co., Santa Cniz, Calif. For page see List of Advertisers. CATTLEYAS ARRIVED. Carrillo tV Baldwin. SecaucTis. N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. DELIVERY TO LAKE LINERS. W. J. Palmer *; Son, 304 Main St., Butfalo, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. In wiifing to Advertisers Jdndly mention Horticulture 26 HORTlCULTURt July 3, 1909' NEW OFFERS— Continued FOR SALt GREENHOUSES, ETC., FOR SALE OR LEASE. Cai-l BeLTS, Bangor. Me. For page see 1.1st of Advertisers. GLASS PRICES ADVANCING. Sharp, PMrtriflge & Co.. 22d & Limiber Sts., Chicago. For p.Tgo see List of AdYertiserg. LARGE FLOWER POTS FOR FALL NEEDS. Syracuse Potteiy Co., Syi-acuse, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. ORDER EASTER GERANIUMS NOW. R. Vincout, .Jr. & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. For page see List of Advertisers. PRICE LIST OF WINTER-FLOWER- ING SWEET PEA SEED. Ant. C. ZviihtiK'li. Bound Brook, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers^ PANSY SEED. Arthur T. Boddiiigton, 342 W. 14th St., New Yorli. For page see List of Advertisers. PEONIES. Gilbert 11. Wild. Sarcoxie, Mo. For page see List of Advertisers. PIPES AND BOILER TUBES. Albert & Davidson, 6870 Troutman St., BrooUlyo, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. SPECIMEN CYCAS REVOLUTA. Wliittet & Co.. Lowell, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. SMITH'S CHRYSANTHEMUM MANUAL. Elmer D. Smith & Co., Adrian, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. SPACE FOR TRADE EXHIBIT S. A. F. Will. Miiridiv, Siii't., 311 Main St., Cincin- nati. O. For page see List of Advertisers. WANTED, MANAGER AND ASSIS- TANT FOR RETAIL STORE. See Colu'uu Below. HELP WANTED GOOD MEM When you need good men, skilled or unskilled, Write: THOS. H. BAMBRICK 34 South 7th Street Philadelphia Help of all kinds, including that foi Florists, Nurserymen, Seedsmen and the Horticultural trade generally. ONE OF THE BEST POSITIONS IN THE COUNTRY IS OPEN for a Manager, competent to take full charge of a large and well appointed Florists' store in a hir;;e city. Liberal salary for the right man. Mighest rocoiiimeii'liitions required. Also a Capable Assistant Wanted Applicants please address WM. J. STEWART 11 Hamilton Place, Boston For Sale or Lease IN BANGOR, MAINE Eight Greenhouses, about 15,000 ft. of glass, all .stocked; hot water heating and Holly circulating system; one or more year's coal fuel supply on hand; O-room dwelling house and bath, heated by hot water; large stable and out- li'mise**; two or more acres of land, in high slate of cultivation; all'garden and farnung tools. Jietail store with palm and flowering plant lionses attached, in heart of city of i'l.Diwi inhabitants. Best 'demand for all you can grow. Reason for selling: wisli to retire from business. Corre- spondence solicited. Pictures on appli- cation. Write to or call for informa- tion at WELCH BROS., 226 Devon hire Street, Boston, or CARL BEERS, - Bangor, Maine Greenhouse For Sale or To Lease. Greenhouse, 20x90. built four years ago; ^ood retail business; located near larjie cemetery. Death of owner reason for sell- Address 38] Ashland St., Roslindale, Mass. FOR SALE About 30,000 feet of glass in good con- dition, will sell at a low figure, or will lease to the right party, with privilege of buying. My object for selling Is, I do not know anything about the business and can't hire men that do. H. F. CRAWFORD Montello Sta. Brockton, Mass. WANTED— Assistant florist; must be careful at watering, tying and potting. Wages, to start, $12.00 per week. Address, with copy of references, experience, etc.. Plant Grower, care HORTICULTURE. ' For Sale Greenhouse Property Located at Somerset and Uoward streets. North rialnfleld, Somerset County, New Jersey. Dimensions 248 x 106 ft. Contains three green houses 20 x 175 ft., steel frames. Trolley lines pass property. Will sell cheap and on easy terms. For particulars apply to F. B. DAILEY, care F. BERG & CO,, ■ Orange, N. J FOR SALE— Special 16x18 and 16x24 double thick glass in "A" and "B" quali- ties. Buy now and save money. Write PARSHELSKY BROTHERS, INC., 59 Montro.se Ave.. Brooklyn, N. Y. ""for sale, CHEAP— a good, second- hand Horizontal Tubular Steam Boiler, 85 H. P. Auburn Last Co., So. Framlngham, Mass. FOR SALE — 1-8 section Weathered boiler In good condition: nearly new. N. F. Mc- Carthy & Co., 84 Hawley St., Boston, Mass. "for SALE— Three thousand lights, 16x 24, double thick glass, 20 lights per box, 10c. per light, F. O. B. Littleton. Frank M. Richardson. Littleton, N. H. ~FOR SALE — At a sacrifice, to qnick buy- er, price ?3500, on easy terms, five green- houses, one six-roomed dwelling and three acres of land: two miles from Madison, N. .T. .Tolin H. Morris, Madison, N. J. SITUATIONS WANTED Gardener seeks situation; experienced in flowers, fniits and vegetables; excellent references. J. Bennett, Hillhurst. Orchard Park, N. Y. MISCELLANEOUS WANTS WANTED TO BUY— Complete green housp plants and nil kinds of (freenhouBP material, to be taken down and removed at once. Terms cash. Address I. Suesser man. 229 Livingston St., Newark. N. J. ~ WANTED — Second-hand bags and bur- lap, any kind, any quantity, anywhere. Richmond Bag Co., Richmond, Va. FLOWER MARKET REPORTS. (Continued from page 2 ) * Last week — June PHILADELPHIA 21st to 26th— probably saw the last of the good business of the sea- son, so tar as commencements and such affairs are concerned. StocK now coming in is of but poor quality, and there is nothing of extra grade in sight to stimulate business. The quan- tity of inferior grades arriving is enor- mous— much greater than the market will absorb. In fact there is hardly any call for such — and it practically lies over until the end of the week; and is then cleaned out for almost nothing or else sent to the dump. A sharp advance in the price of Ameri- can Beauty roses took place on the 2Sth ult. (nearly 25 per cent.) in con- sequence of a rather general clearing of benches among the growers to make room for new planting. Kai- serin roses are all to the good among the whites at present, and for pink it is — My Maryland. Everybody asks for the latter in preference to any other pink at present. Carnations are very small flowers and inferior gen- erally. There will be a crop of outdoor carnations in a few days — mostly Crocker, Enchantress and Queen. The outdoor varieites are not generally large, but they are usually very durable and sell at reasonable figures. A few outdoor gladioli are now coming in; but so far, they do not compare with the under- glass May, Shakespeare and America. The sweet pea crop is very fair con- sidering the hot weather of- the past week. Orchids, water lilies, white Japanese irises, gardenias and candi- dum lilies are normal as to supply, quality and demand. All the minor items are plentiful and bring up the reluctant tail end of a sluggish proces- sion. Real summer INDIANAPOLIS weather has set in, an average of about 90 degrees in the shade. The stock coming in shows the effect of this e.xtreme heat and is rapidly de- teriorating. American Beauties, Kil- larneys and Kaiserins have the call and are fine, equal to any seen here during the winter season. There are still a few storage peonies which come in fine shape and are used to good effect in decorations. The sweet peas are particularly fine this week owing to the absence of the heavy rains. Good lily of the valley and orchids ai-e a trifle scarce. Blab- orate wedding decorations are fewer this June than for several years past, a very strong feeling of simplicity be- ing in evidence in this line. There never was such a scarcity of Boston ferns as at the present time. Ferns and boxwood trees are in evidence by a big majority in every. way that they can lie used, hence the scarcity. Trade has dragged ROCHESTER some and the week has been quiet. Our commission salesman, Geo. Hart, re- ports that shii)pers were badly mis- taken, commencement being over so that it was impossible 1o obtain any particular market prices, and he had to tai-p practically any jirice offered. The market is glutted with carnations. We look forward to the finish of early outside stocks to steady prices a little. July 3, 1909 flORTlCULTURE 27 List of Advertisers Page Advance, The Co 31 Albert & Davidson. . • 30 AUen J. K ai American Nursery (Eng.) II Aschmann Godfrey.- • 3 Bambrlck Thos. H . . . j6 BarrowsH.H.&Son. 4 BayersdorlerH.&Co. 13 Beers Carl 26 Boddlngton A. T. «5 Boston Florist Letter Co 13 Boston Plate and Win- dow Glass Co 3° Bowker Fertilizer Co. 15 Bowker Insecticide Co 28 Bre:k Joseph & Sons 15 Breilmeyer's J. Sons, n Brldgeman's Seed Warehouse "5 Brill Francs I5 Budlong J. A 18 Burpee W. A. & Co . 15 CarrilloS Baldwin . 4 CastleCo. W. W 19 Chicago Carnation Co. " Clarke's David, Sons, 12 CoanJ.J -••• «o Cotsonas Geo. & Co.. 20 Cottage Gardens Co.. 2 Cowee W. J 21 Craig, Robt. Co «o CrawbuckGeo.W.... 20 Danker F. A 12 Dann J. H. & Son... 2 Dailey F. B 26 Dlngee & Conard Co. 2 Domer F. Sons & Co. a Dow Geo. E 15 Dreer H. A 3° Dunlop John H . 12 Durand & Marohn. - . ao Dysart R. J 21 Eastern Chemical Co. ag Edwards Folding Box Co "8 Elliott Wm &Son! 15 Esler J. G 31 Ernest W.H.. 3° Eyres la FarquharR.&J.&Co. 15 foley MIg. Co 31 Ford Bros 20 Froment H.E 20 GalvlnThos. F 12 Gerard, J 14 Greater N.Y. Florists' Association ao Grey T.J. Co 15 Growers' Cut Flower Co o Gude Bros. Co la Guttman Alex. J ao HailAsso. 31 Hartmann Hjalmar & Co 15 Hatiswirth the Florist i a Heacock Jos. Co 4 Herbert David & Son. 3 HewsA. H. &Co.... 30 Hilfinger Bros 3» Hlll,TheE.G.Co a Hitchings&Co 32 Hoffman 12 Horan EC ao HunlA. E. &Co 2 Hunt Bros » Jacobs S. & Sons 31 Jager, Chas. J.Co... 29 KastlneW. F. Co.... 21 Kentucky Tobacco Product Co 29 KesslerP. F ac Kine Cons. Co 31 KrickW. C ai Kraeschell Bros. Co.. 31 Kuebler Wm H 20 Lager & Hurrell 4 Langjahr. Alfred H. . . ?o Leonard Seed Co 15 Leathy A. & Co 11 Lord & Burnham Co. 3a Low Stuart H. r i MacMulkin E. A 13 Manda Jos. A 4 Manhattan Flower Mkt 31 Page McCarthy N. F.& Co. al McConnell Alex la McKeUar Charles W. 18 McKlsslck,W. E. & Bros 18 McManusJas ao Meyer J. C & Co at MichellH.F.Co 14 Michigan Cut Flower Exchange at Millang Bros 20 Millaog Charles 20 Millang Frank 20 Mitting A. Calla Lily Bulb Co 27 Moninger J. C 31 Moore, Hentz&Nash 30 Murphy Wm 18 Murray Samuel 12 New Eng. Nurseries. 11 Newman J. & Sons.. . iz Niessen Leo. Co t8 Oechslin Frank 4 Ordonez Bros 4 Ouwerkerk P n Palethorpe P. R. Co. . 39 Palmer W. J. & Son.. 13 Park Floral Co I3 Parshelsky Bros 30 Peacock DahliaFarms 3 Pennock-Meehao Co. 19 Perkins St. Nurseries. 11 Pierce, F. O. Co 30 PiersoD, A. N., Inc.. 3 Pierson F.R. Co 3 Pierson U Bar Co 32 Poehlmann Bros, Co.. 2-18 Pulverized Manure Co 20 Quaker CltvMach. Co 31 Rayner. I. M 3 Raynorjohnl 20 Reed& Keller 21 Reinberg Peter 18 ReuterS. J &Son,Inc. 2 Revtre Rubber Co.. . 31 Rice Bros t8 Rickards Bros r^ Robinson H.M.& Co. iB Rock Wm. L Flo.Co. ta Roehrs Julius Co. ... 4 Roland, Thomas ... 2 Rolker August &Sons 30 Rose Hill Nurseries., it Sander & Son 4 Schlegel & Fottler Co. 1 5 Schmidt J. C a Schulz Jacob la Scott,. John 4 Sharp.Partridge& Co 30 Sheridan W. F ...... 20 Siggers&Siggers.... 30 Sim, Wm a Smith Elmer D.& Co. 3 Smith W. &T.C0 ... I J Smyth Wm. J la SokoIF 2 So. American Florists x8 Standard Plate Glass Co 30 Steams A.T. Lumber Co 31 Stumpp & Waher Co. 39 Syracuse Pottery Co . 30 Tailby 13 Thorburn J.M.&Co. 15 TottyChas. H 2 Valentine, J. A 19 Varela Federico *4 Vincent R. Jr. &Sons, tl-t4 Wants, For Sale, etc. . a6 WardR.M.&Co.... 15 Waterer John & Sons. 11 Welch Bros 18-26 Whiltet S: Co 2 WiM Gilbert H 2 WittholdGeo. Co.... 4 Wilson 12 Winterson.E. F. Co.. 18 Wood Bros a Yokohama NurseryCo it Young A L ai Young John 20 Young & Nugent 12 Zangen O. V 4 Zinn Julius A..- t^ Zvolanek A.C is CALLA LILY BULBS Per 100 Per 1000 I Ppi- 100 Per 1000 1 in. to 114 III. in cliam..$3.00 $i;5.U0 1% in. to 1% in. in dium. . COO .jO.OO IVi In. to IV. in. iu diam.. 5.00 40.00 I 2 in. to 2',i in. in diani.. 8.110 70.00 (250 at 1000 rate.) NARCISSUS ALBA CRANDIFLORA, $10.00 per 1000 "When cash Is sent with order, we prepay tlic freight and gnnnintop .-nfo arrival. A. MITTING CALLA LILY BULB CO. SANTA CRUZ, CAL. Lock Box 380; CHICAGO NOTES. An Up-to-Date Well. Poehlmann Bros. Co. have just com- pleted a lai-ge well or reservoir at the place at Morton Grove. A large iron ring or band with the lower edge sharpened was used to circumscribe the excavation and as it settled down into the ground as the digging pro- gressed, rings of cement blocks were placed one after the other on the top of the iron ring and following it down until the desired depth, 25 feet, was secured. These blocks were construc- ted on the place. They were grooved on top and bottom and ends so as to fit closely and make a tight cement wall. This process being somewhat out of the usual, it may interest our readers to know about it. Anything that Poehlmann Bros, do is always worth considering. Personal and General News Notes. All wholesale stores are closing now at 5 p. m. Ernest Parley will spend a two weeks' \Tication at Indianapolis, Ind. C. M. Dickinson and family are rest- ing at their summer home at Pelican Lake, Wis. A movement led by Bassett & Wash- burn is on foot to close Sundays dur- ing July and August. Mr. and Mrs. Strail will spend three months at Twin Lake, Mich. Mr. Strail is employed with A. Lange. Otto Beuthey of New Castle, Ind., will be married July 1st to Miss Betty Koepke of Chicago. They will reside in New Castle. Nick Wietor and John Sinner leave for their annual outing in northern Wisconsin next week. They will be gone two weeks. No action was taken regarding the giving of flowers to the school grad- uates. The matter will probably be laid over another year as usual. Mr. McKellar says Cattleyas Mende- lii, gigas and Mossiae are now in and the demand is fairly good, considering the glut iu neatly all other lines. H. S. Morton reports a pleasant time in the West and expects to remain till October. He will go south through California, Texas and other states. The annual picnic will take place at Riverview Park Thursday. July 22nd. Manager Ed. Enders has secured what he considers favorable terms from the Riverview people. Tlie friends of W. J. Smyth who suf- fered a severe injury in an automobile accident as reported last we?k, will lie pleased to learn that he is doing well and is as comfortable as could be ex- pected under the circumstance. Visitors this week: R. E. Tuttle and wife, Momence, III.; C. B. Knickman, representing McHutchison & Co., New York; H. A. Fisher, Kalamazoo, Mich. Mr. Schaefer of the LaCrosse Floral Co., stopped over for a short visit on his way home from England. O. P. Bassett and grandson, E. B. Washburn, left Sunday for an extended automobile trip. Their first stop was at Detroit where they were the guests of Phil. Breitmeyer. They will visit Toledo, Cleveland, Niagara Falls, Washington and other eastern cities. A Lange with his wife and son are about to start for the Pacific coast. They will stop at the exposition at Seattle, then down the coast to Los Angeles, coming home by way of Col- orado and Nebraska, where they will visit Mrs. Lange's parents at Omaha. R. E. Tuttle, formerly with J. C. Vaughan and well-known to the city, trade, has bou.ght the W. B. Smith Co.'s greenhouses at Momence, 111., and takes possession this week. Mr. Tut- tle has been there for some little time and likes it so well that he has pur- chased the business for himself. Report has reached here that Joseph Smely, a well-known florist of Aurora, III., was severely scalded last Satur- day. He had been to Chicago- and re- turning home feeling somewhat over- come with the heat was preparing to take a bath before retiring. He some- how lost his balance and fell in while the tub was filled with scalding water. He was taken to the Aurora hospital. Uncle John Thorpe has again been suffering from a relapse. He grows feebler with each now attack and his condition is considered very serious. He is constantly remembered with gifts of the choicest flowers. A por- trait of Mr. Thorpe as first president of the S. A. F. will appear in the. Chicago Daily News in a souvenir number to be issued prior to the S. A. F. convention at Cincinnati. NEWS NOTES. Cleveland, O. — R. Hoffman has started in the florist business at Miles avenue. Topeka, Kan. — Joseph Bleier has added the cultivation of tomatoes and cucumbers to his present florist busi- ness. Everett, Mass.— The board of alder- men has passed an order for borrow- ing $1,500 to repair the greenhouses at Gleawood cemetery. Providence, R. I.— K. Brooks of the T. J. Johnston Co. was the largest pur- chaser of the stock of the Keller Co. at the auction on June 18. Boyertown, Pa.— W. S. Funk & Son, llorists. have erected a two-story of- fice building near their greenhouses, and have installed an electric motor. 38 HORTICULTURE July 3, 1909 During Recess John Westcott's Opening. The annual opening of the club ■house at Waretown, on Bamegat Bay, devoted by big-hearted ••Commodore" John Westcott to the enjoyment of his friends in Philadelphia and elsewhere, under the appellation of the ••Ware- town Rod and Gun Club," took place under favoring auspices on Friday, June 25. There were present about twenty gentlemen, including such well known individuals as George C. Wat- The Burpee-Maule Ball Game. Saturday, June 26th, was a big day at Fordhook Farms, Doylestown, Pa. The Maule and Burpee forces depart- ing from their usual program of brain against brain, indulged in a contest of brawn against brawn — in the shape of a ball game. Geo. Reynolds, on behalf of the Burpee forces, acted as master of ceremonies in the absence of Mr. Burpee and Mr. Earl, who had not yet leturned from their western lour. W.MiKlUU N Fi-ou son, AV. K. Harris, Robert Craig, Robert Kift, James Dean, H. B. Beat- ty, Wm. J. Stewart. Edwin Lonsdale, John Burton, David Rust and George Anderson, and for the period of three days joy was unconfined. A pleasant feature of the occasion was the pre- sentation of a desk and bookcase, well stocked with reading matter, to Mr. Westcott on behalf of the Philadelphia 'Contingent; Robert Craig, the silver- tongued, being the spokesman. Mr. Westcott's chief regret seems to be that the accommodations are not suf- ficient to take care of several hun- dred of his friends at one and the same (l.Lll UuLjK t View. About thirty of the Maule clan — ladies and gentlemen — including Wm. Henry himself and his manager, Mr. Dungan, attended and were hospitably enter- tained by their friendly opi)onents. A special car was chartered to take the 48 representatives of the Maule contin- gent to Fordhook. The spectators were figured to number at least 150. Score — 14 to ^ in favor of Burpee. The Maule team won last year, so now honors are even. Congratulations and condolences! Waketown Hear time, but there will be many '•week ends" between now and frost time when congenial spirits may gather un- der the hospitable roof of the Ware- town club house. Mr. Westcott's favorite iiroverb, "He who lives for himself alone works for a very mean man," has its exemplification by con- trast in the spirit that pervades this delightful rest spot and the unremit- ting efforts of its presiding genius to make everybody comfortable and hap- py every minute of their stay. The Baltimore Gardeners' and Flor- ists' Club have selected July 15 for Ci.uB House View. ' their picnic and Bay Shore Park for the place. The New Orleans Horticultural So- ciety will have Its summer outing at Milneburg on July 15. Officers will then be elected. CLUB AND SOCIETY NOTES. The Rhode Island Horticultural So- ciety held their rose and strawberry show on June 2.^, at Providence, with the usual variety and quantity of ex- "tvmry Bug Hmm Him Domm." Insect-destroying preparations that do their work well and effectively are the cheapest. Bowker's Arsenate of Lead and Bowker's Pyrox are recognized stand- ard insecticides and fungicides for both indoor and outdoor use. Bowker's Insect Emulsion destroys many kind of plant lice, black and green flies, etc. Call or send for catalogue. dnu/i^cd insecticide DUiYNlii company 43 CHATHAM ST. BOSTON hibits, but many were not up to the standard on account of the excessive heat of the previous days and a shower in the early morning of Wednesday. The Chicago Florists' Club will hold its last meeting for the summer next week and appoint its committees for the convention. At the show of the Worcester County (Mass.) Horticultural Society on June 24, the display of peonies made by George C. Thui low, which included be- tween 60 and 70 varieties, was a lead- ing feature. Roses were shown in great variety. The strawberry display was never better. Philip Cunningham, gardener George Butler, showed a new berry — the Uxbridge — which was re- garded with favor. George McWilliam had some extra large and finely-na- vored Corsica and Pride of Michigan. The Florists' and Gardeners' Club of Rhode Island met on June 21 at Swarts Lodge hall in Providence. William Appleton was the speaker for the even- ing, and ••Carpet Beddirg" was his subject, which he illustrated by attrac- tive diagrams. An invitation from James Hockey of Pavi'tucket to visit his greenhouses was accepted. The committee for the annual outing was appointed as follows: James Dillon, E. A. Appleton, James Hockey, C. S. MacNair and Alex. Macrae As will be seen by consulting our ••For Sale" department, Carl Beers wishes to dispose of his florist estab- lishment in Bangor, Me. Mr. Beers has made a competence in the place and is desirous of retiring. The estab- lishment is in good order and offers an exceptional opportunity for some- body else to make a profitable invest- ment. July 3, 1909 HORTICULTURE 29 Tobacco Paper IS THE STRONGEST, BEST PACKED, EASIEST APPLIED. 24 sheet* $ 0.75 144 (heeU 3.50 288 theeU 6.50 1728 sheeU 35.10 "NICO-FUME" Furnishes the Most Nicotine for the Money ... nanufactured by ... THE KENTUCKY TOBACCO PRODUCT CO., LouUrlllc. Ky. LIQUID OVER 40% NICOTINE By far the CHEAPEST. JUST NOTE PRICE! Pint $ 1.50 •A Gallon 5.50 Gallon 10.50 5 Gallon* 47.25 OBITUARY. David Miller. David Miller, aged S3 years, died at his home at Washington Heights, Har- risburg. Pa., on June 25. Mr. Miller was from a family of horticulturists, and was well acquainted with Down- ing, Marshall P. Wilder and many of the famous horticulturists of the last century, and his reminiscences were most delightful to listen to. He was also one of those who attended the first meeting of the American Pomo- logical Society. Mr. Miller did a thriv- ing nursery lausiness up to about the time of the Civil Wav, near Carlisle, but as his trees were too big for the north most of them went to the south, and with the commencement of hos- tilities the market for his stock was cut off. Since that time he has car- ried on a nui'sery business in a small way. His most prominent introduction was the Cumberland raspberry. In the death of Mr. Miller we lose another of the famous old-time horticulturists. Although not so widely known as Downing, Wilder, and others of his contempoiaries. he was very promi- nent locally and looked up to by all who knew him. Daniel W. Langton. In the death of Daniel W. Langton, landscape artist, the Hudson County, N. J., park commission, by which he was employed, loses a valuable assist- ant. Mr. Langton laid out the develop- ment scheme for West Side Park and this park will be a lasting monument to his memory. In his profession Mr. Langton occupied an enviable position. During his connection with the County Park Itoard he made many friends. He was a public-spirited man and pos- sessed a winning personality that made friends for him wherever he went. His last work in connection with the county park scheme was the lay- ing out of a plan for the development of the tract at Harrison, purchased some time ago. Mrs. Anna Brill Jordan. Mrs. Anna Brill Jordan, widow of the late John M. Jordan, of St. Louis, died in Omaha, Neb., June 22, at the home of her son, Harry Jordan, at the age of 7.5. Mrs. Jordan has been sick for a long time and left St. Louis a year ago to make her home with her son in Omaha. The only one of the Jordan family still living in St Louis is Willie Jordan, who isi in with the City Forestry Department. He went to attend the funeral which was held on Wednesday, June 23d. Mrs. Jordan was well known in the trade, who ex- tend their sympathy to the bereaved family. E. W. Stark. Eugene W. Stark died .suddenly on June 1.5 at the Jewish Hospital, St. Louis, where he had gone for an op- eration for gall stones. Mr. Stark was born in 1S65 and while a young man acquired an interest in the Stark Nur- sery and Orchard Co. of Louisiana, Mo., and at his death held one-tenth of its stock. He was highly esteemed and has held many public offices. In 190S he was elected to the senate. A widow and three sons survive him. John Crosby Brown. John Crosby Brown, eminent as a banker and philanthropist, died on June 25 at his summer residence in West Orange, N. J. He has been a regular exhibitor at the shows of the New Jersey Floricultural Society for many years and his death is a great loss to that organization. Besides his ■wife, Mr. Brown is survived by six children W. H. DeCamp. Walter H. DeCamp. nurseryman, died in Cincinnati, Ohio, on June 10. The Best BugKillerand Bloom Saver For PROOF Write to P.R.PatettiorpeCo OWENSBORO, KY. Which Spray Pumn ^^^^^B Bhall yon bay? Bay the f Spray Pump that folly meets the demands of the Government A^ri cultural Scientists and all practi cal Fruit Growers. These pumps are widely known as DEMING SPRAYERS and are made in 23 styles for use in small g-ardens or immense orchards. Write for our Ittoy catalop with Spraying Chart. Add 4 cents post age ana receive "Spraying for Profit." a useful gTiide book. CHARLES J. iAGER.^ 2B1-286 Fruiklln St., ' BoiWi Dried, screened and packed In bags of 100 lbs. each. PULVERIZED SHEEP MANURE PURE UNIFORM RELIABLE A strong and quick acting manure, highly recommended for carnations and chrysanthemums. SHREDDED CATTLE MANURE EASY TO HANDLE AND APPLI- Stronger and bettei* In every ww than rough manure. Lasts mue^ longer on the benches. Unequalled f«»" mulching and feeding roses, liqul<* manuring and mixing with bench an* potting soil. Used by all the largMt growers. A§k Your Supply Man or Write Us for Circulars and Pricep. THE Pulverized Manure Go. 31 Union stock Yards CHICAGO I KILMDEADl ThebestofaUjI* th&tohaQQoM .dusts I .Dusting or Tumi^atin^ ^ 60 lb... 1.76 600 ID*.. I4.00 SC Barclw St. New York. SPRAYED IMP SOAP SPRAY THREE SUCCESSFUL YEARS Outdoor or Indoor ELM BEETLE OR WHITE FLY EASTERN CHEMICAL CO. Pittsburg Street, Boston, Ma.ss. -80 HORTICULTURE July 3, 1909 S^OIC 99 HEWS STANDARD POTS WORLDS LARGEST MANUFACTURERS! POT MAKERS FOR 140 YEARS Pearson Street, LONG ISLAND CITY, N. Y. WRITE FOR CATALOGUE AND DISCOUNTS A. H. HEWS & CO., Inc. CAMBRIDGE. MASS. 452-460 No. Branch St^ CHICAGO, ILL. GLASS Greenhouse and Hot Bed SIZES OUR SPECIALTY IMMENSE STOCK Plate and "WinAo-w Glass Write for Our Prices PARSHELSKY BROS., Inc. S9 Montrose Ave., BROOKLYN, N. T. GREENHOUSES BUILDING OR CONTEMPLATED. Anacostia, D. C. — Gude Bros., addi- tions. T. Sliields. one Altoona, Pa. — W. house. Chester, Pa.— Ernest Cutler, one house. Natrona, Pa.— Geo. McWilUams, ad- ditions. Kankakee, III. — Faber Bros., range of houses. Owosso, Mich. — Owosso Floral Co., additions. So. Oelwein, house 30x6(1. la. — Chas. Hancock, Lowell, Mass.— H. L. Shedd, one violet house. Rochester, N. Y.— Purssell & Cragg, two rose houses. Patchoque, N. Y.— Terry & Biggs, range of houses. Marshalltown, la.— Welter & Co., one house, 52x150. Greenville, Mich.— Greenville Floral Co., range of houses. Kennett Square, Pa.— Way Bros., two houses each -200 feet. Cotes des Neiges, Can. — Deguire Bros., three vegetable houses. Point Marion, Pa.— Mrs. F. Kussart, two houses, one 17x43, one 23x43. Randolph, Vt.— H. M. Totman, addi- tion 23 X 100; lean-to for violets, 7 x 100 Kirkwood, Mo. — Fred Ude, four houses, each liixlOO. W. R. Greb, house 18x70. Nashville, Tenn.— Geny Bros., three rose houses, each 25x185, and propa- gating house. A SEASONABLE PRINTER'S ERROR. GARDENER REQUIRED — Clever gardener will find constant and profit- able employment on the Countess Sparzini's hat. — Fliegende Blatter. STANDARD PLATE GLASS CO. rianufacturers — Importers — Jobbers NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY FRENCH OR AMERICAN GREENHOUSE GLASS LOWEST PRICES ON REQUEST 26-30 Sudbury St. BOSTON, HASS. 61-63 Portland St. g^u M A A Prices Ativancing ULAdO SHARP, PARTRIDGE & CO. FOR GREENHOUSES 22nd AND LUMBER STS., CHICAGO Wrlto us before buying BOSTON PLATE & WINDOW GLASS CO. GREENHOUSE GLASS ""TrJTAIciir 261 to 287 A Street BOSTON 20 to 22 'Canal Street Special Sale on Second-Hand PIPES ANi? BOILER TUBES I in. pipe, $2.35; iH "n.. $3.13; iH in., $3.72; 2 in., $4 oj; 2J4 in., $7 85; 3 in , $10.28 per hundred feet OOlier lUOeS $6.57 per hundred feet. Sale going on to July 10. ALBE.RT& DAVIDSON, Brooklyn, M.Y. Tel. 5022 Williamsburg 68-70 Troutman St. STANDARD FLOWER POTS Packed in small crates, easy to handle. Price per crate 1500 3 in.pots in crate $4.88 •500 2 5i loco 3 800354 5004 4S6 ^Vi 3205 aiosM 525 6.00 5.00 5.80 4.50 5-24 4-51 3-78 Price per crate 144 6 in. pots in crate $3.16 1207 " " 4.20 608 " " 3.00 HAND MADE 48 9 in. pots in crate $3.60 " 4.80 3.60 4.80 48. 24 II 24 12 12 14 616 4.80 4.50 Seed pans, same price as pots. Send for price list of Cylinders for Cut flowers, Hanging Baskets, Lawn Vases, etc. Ten per cent, ofi for cash with order. Address Hllflnger Bros., Pottery, Fort Edward.N.Y. August Rolker i Sons, Agti. 31 Barclay St, N.V. GIty. Syracuse Ked Pots ALL THE STANDARD SIZES It will soon be time to order large pots for fall potting. We have a full line of the best. Syracuse Pottery Co., Standard Flower . . SYRACUSE, N. Y. POT5 I( your ^eeohouHcs are wit)>hi 300 mites 0I the Capitol, write 11&, we r:»n save yo« mom;* W. H. ERNEST 2)Wi and M Stnit WASHINSTM I, (. AST! feenliouseqlazinj USE IT NOW, F.O.PIERCE GO. 12 W.BROADWAY NEW YORK Hastlca is elastic and tenacious, admits of ex- pansion and contraction. Putty becomes hard and brittle. Broken glass more easily removed without breaking: of other glass as occurs with bard putty. Lasts longer than putty. Easy to apply. Send your business direct to WaAhlngtoa. Saves time and insures bettar service. Personal attention guaranteed. Twenty-five years' active service. SPECIALTY: "Working on tho FaUnre ol Others." SIGGERS & SIGGERS PATBNT I.AWVHRS Box 9, National Union BulkNng Washington, D. C. Holds Glass Firmly See the Point IS" PBERLESS GlAzlnf; PolDts ftre the beat. No righis or lefts. Box of 1.000 poinLa 7&otJ, poitp^ld. HENBT A« DREER, 7 14 CbMtODt St., Phli^, P&. July 3, 1909 rtOKTICULTtJRE; 31 KROESGHELL BOILER MADE OF FIBE BOX FLAN6E PLATE Can not Crack Witer Space in Pront, Sides and Back Thk Most Popular Boiler Made SENQ FOR CArALOGUE. KROESGHELL BROS. GO. S5 Erie street, CHICAGO, ILL. Everything for Greenhouse BnUdiug Write tor Infor- matioD iiud pri..- In Widths from 14 feet o inches to 54 feet o inches. Withont posts. KINO TOl'SS SASH BAR HOUSES. IRON GUTTERS A^D HAVES IRON ANI) CYPRESS BENCHES. VENTILATING MACHINE'^V KING CONSTRUCTION CO. NORTH TONAWANDA, N. Y. CYPRESS SISH SIRS t2 fMt *T l0BC«i HOT BED SASH PECKY CYPRESS BENCH LUMBER GREENHOUSES ERECTED iMi EQUIPPED COMPLETE IF DESIRE! Writ* for Cirealmr "D" mad rrietm Thi A. T. 8TEARNS LDMBEK 61 NEPONSET, BOSTON, MASSc ADVANCE VENTILATING APPARATUS Why do we keep spre-ding and gr wing ? We use the very best material, in our line. It is built right, gives the best of ser- vice, lasts, one price to all, to- gether with ease of erection and operation, no repairs, and a square deal. Will send machine with arms and hangers on trial to any responsible florist where we have no machine at work. Will place it against any ma- chine on the maiket and let jvm lit'cuie. Free circular. The Advance Go. RICHMOND, IND. RE VERO THE MODERN GARDEN HOSE FOR LAWNS, GARDENS, GREENHOUSES, STABLES, ETC. BRAIDED FABRIC, MOULDED CON- STRUCTION, SEAMLESS THROUQHOUr LIGHT— STRONG— FLEXIBLE Revero is Furnished on Reels in Continuous Lengths up to SOOft. Your Supply House can furnish "Revero." Write for Catalog REVERO — NON KINKING REVERE RUBBER COMPANY BOSTON, MASS. NEW YORK NEW ORLEANS PHILADELPHIA MINNEAPOLIS PITTSBURG SAN FRANCISCO CHICAGO PORTLAND, ORE. We can supply in any Size or Length and in Car Loads or any Quantity PECKY CYPRESS The Ideal Lumber for Greenhouse Benches MOST LASTING-LEAST EXPENSIVE When ordering your other building material it is wise to add enough Pecky Cypress to make the shipment a carlot and so take advantage of lower carload freight rates. THE FOLEY MFG. CO., WRITE TO US FOR PRICES 26th & WESTERN AVES. Chicago MANUFACTUREKS OF GREENHOUSE MATERIAL — VENTILATING APPARATUS - PUTTY JOBBERS IN GREENHOUSE GLASS — BOILERS — PIPE — FITTINGS We carry on hand everything necessary for the complete Erecting. Heating, Ventilating or Repairing of Greenhouses. Let us quote you. GREENHOUSE CONSTRUCTION LUMBER John C. Moninger Co. 117 E. Blackhawk St., CHICAGO. In ordering goods please add "I saw !t in HORTICULTURE." Evans 20th Century Ari Will not twist the shafting pipe. Thrca times the power of old style elbow arms. Sold only with Evans ChaUenge Machia*. Wr-ite for free Catalorue t9 QUAKER CITY MACHINE CO. Richmond, Ind* The FLORISTS' HAIL ASSOCIATIOS OF AMERICA, insurer of 29,000,0t« sq* ft. of glaas« For particulars ackireas JohnC. Esler,S«c'y,8addleRl¥«c, N.J. 32 HORTICULTURE July 3. 1909 Curved Eave Houses Better send at once for our new circular about our Curved Eave Houses — Tells you things about Curved Eave Houses you probably don't know. This is an illustration of the first Curved Eave House erected on Staten Island. The circular shows several other views — By all means send for the circular. Hitchings & Company Designing & Sales Offices General Offices & Factory 1 1 70 Broadway, N. Y. Elizabeth, N. J. The E. J. Clarke range at Pomfret, Conn. Jno. Ashy Supt. If Now, Call EiiM a Large Eaige lem Let Us BiiM a Small Yen aid Plai It m It Cai 'M Ecoiomlallyo s a M m tlie I Here LORD AND BURNHAM COMPANY, Irvington=on-Hudson, N. Y. New York — Boston — Philadelphia — Chicago Rose House -F. W. Vanderbilt, Hyde Park, N.Y. General Greenhouse — Lester O. Peck, Bethel, Conn. Three Compartment House — W. C. Atwater, Westhampton, Beach, L. I. General Greenhouse — Ruther'ord Trowbridge, New Haven, Conn. THESE SUBJECTS ARE SHOWN THOROUGHLY in Our New Catalog just being printed. If you are interested, will send you the first section of 64 pages by return mail. PIERSON U-BAR CO I MADISONAVE.NEW YORK DESIGNERS and BUILDERS of U-BAR GREENHOUSES DENDKOBItiM NOBII.E ViRGINALE Gold Medal Exhibit at Royal Horticultural Society. C<2 m >eyoreato the^ I flOR/ST:^FlMrM4JV, \10MCAPE G4RDGN£, ^ '/- // Ndmi/mTfice, 34 HORTICULTURE July 10, 1909 100,000 PEONIES FOR FALL DELIVERY All of the Leading Varieties from the Cottage Gardens' Famous Collection. Our enormous stock enables us to send out tubers of the very highest quality, and in filling orders we use undivided roots only — assuring an abundance of flowers the first season. This year we offer one, two and three year plants. WHOLESALE LIST NOW READY. SEND FOR A COPY. Cottage Gardens Company, Inc. QUEENS, LONG ISLAND, NEW YORK CHRYSANTHEMUMS. "Not small weak runty stock grown under benches, but the kind that brings back Dollars for Pennies." WHITE: Earliest OctoberFrost (We have extra fine large stock of this variety), Mrs. Henry Robin- son, Clementine Touset, Alice Byron, Timothy Eaton, Merry Christmas. White Bonnaffon. YELL'»W: Monrovia, Halliday, Appleton, Bon- naffon, Eaton, Chatauqua Gold. PINK : Maud Dean, Dr. Enguehardt. RED: Intensity, Schrimpton. All these varieties, rooted cuttings $2.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. 2J4 in. $3.00 per 100; $25.00 per 1000. Golden Wedding, R. C. $3.00 per 100 ; $27 50 per 1000. 2J6 in $4.00 per 100; $35.00 per 1000. Golden Glow, R. C. $5.00 per 100. aJ4 inch $6.00 per 100. D^QpC 2 in. or 2% in. 3 in. or 3^^ in. '**'^ *^" 100 1000 100 1000 American Beauties. ■■ .$7.00 $65.00 $9.00 $85.00 Killamcy— Own roots. $6.00 $55.00 7.50 Mrs. Potter Palmer 5.C0 45.00 6.50 POEHLMANN BROS. COMPANY, 2 in. or 2^^ in. Bridesmaids J 100 1000 Brides [ $5. 00 $45 00 Richmond . • ) Kaiserine 5 00 45.00 $6.50 Uncle John 4.00 ^5.00 Morton Grove, III. CALLA LILY BULBS Per 100 Per 1000 | Per 100 Per 1000 1 in. to 1>4 In. In diam. .$3.00 ?25.00 IM in. to 1% In. in diam.. 6.00 50.00 IH In. to IV™ in. in diam.. 5.00 40.00 I 2 in. to 2'>l, in. in diam.. 8.00 70.00 (250 at 1000 rate.) NARCISSUS ALBA CRANDIFLORA, $IO.OO per 1000 When cash l.s sent wltli order, we prepay tlie freiglit and guarantee safe arrival. A. MITTINC CALLA LILY BULB CO. Lock Box 380' SANTA CRUZ, CAL. Excellent stock. Ready for benching. Free from mildew and not pot bound. KILLARNEY. RICHMOND CHATENAY. MRS. POTTER PALMER. BRIDES. AND BRIDESMAIDS. 3 in. puts re.-idy f r 4 in., $i.oo per hundred, $40.00 per thousand. BRIDES and BRIDESMAIDS. 3>6 in. pots, $4.00 per hundred, $35. co per thousand. CHRYSANTHEMUMS Assorted Singles and Pompons, our selec- tion, S3 fiO per 100; $20.00 per 1000 ELMER D. SMITH & CO. Adrian, ... Mich. CARNATIONS F. DORNER & SONS CO. La Fayette, Ind. cMils H. Tom Wholesale Florist Chrysanthemum Novelties My Specialty Madison, N. J. P/EONIES 16 Acres for Fall Delivery. WRITE FOR PRICES. GILBERT H. WILD, Sarcoxie. Mo. THE BOSTON VIOLET Unequalled for Productiveness, t5eauty and Popularity. In Crop from September to May. Plants $a.oo per doz $12.' o per 100; $100.03 per 1000 Princess o{ Wales $15 oo per 1000. WLLUAM SIM - Cliftondale Mass. See offer of Frank Sokol Under Classification of Bedding Plants Page 54 this issue In writing advertisers l'ew Light Salmon Pink Carna- tion for 1910. $12.00 per 100. SIOO.CO per 1000. A. E. Hunt & Co., Evansvilie, III. Chicago Carnation Cc.Joliet, III. Hunt Bros., - - Park Ridge, III. Asters! Asters! Asters! Great Surplus in Aster Plants I want to use the space now occupied l).v my .ister plants and will sell plants at a great bargain. I'lants are large, tine ones, grown from my own and .Ja)nes Vick and Sons' seed — never had ijotter plants. While they last:— $1.75 per 1000, $15.00 per 10,000, $120.00 per 100.01)0. f. o. b. Sprnoer. Siipei'b Aster Collection, including ii'-nly all of the best cut-tlowcr varieties. If you want those plants let me have .Villi' order (inickly, as they will not last l"ni'. JNIention the date of this paper Winn ordering. Cash with order. BARNES' GARDENS, Spencer, Ind. Begonia Gloire de Lorraine Leal Stock. June Delivery. $15 per 100, $145 per 1000 fmm 2'i in pots Stock guaranteed to be absolutely free from diseaae. THDIVIA8 ROLAND NAHANT, MASS. ASTER PLANTS. Samples Branching. Vicks and Queen of the Market fine plants grown from the be*t seed, 3 colors, $2.ic per looc ; 5000 tor $ 1 000. Cabbage. Tomato and Celery Plantt, all kinds, fine plants, $1.00 per 1000: $S 00 per 10.00. . Peppers and Cauliflower. Best kinds, $2. 00 per 1000. J. C. SCHMIDT, Bristol, Pa. July 10, 1909 HORTICULTURE 35 WHITE KILLARNEY It is needless to say much about the value of this NEW WHITE ROSE its value is so well established. In support of this statement, we might say that we intend to plant not less than 20,000 for our own growing. We have a splendid stock of both grafted and own-root plants, which we can deliver immediately on receipt of order, — gilt-edged planting stock. We guarantee perfect satisfaction. STRONG PLANTS, 2'4 in. pots, own=root, $30.00 per 100; 250 for $70.00; $250.00 per 1000. GRAFTED PLANTS, $35.00 per 100; 250 for $82.50; $300.00 per 1000. SPECIMEN HYDRANGEAS Large Plants Grown in Tubs and Half-Barrels for July and August Flowering We make a specialty of these, and have a gran J lot of plants in the finest possible condition. Our plants have never been so well budded as they are this season. Fine plants in tubs, $2.00 and $3.00 each. Large plants in half-barrels, $5.00 and $7.50 each. A FEW SEASONABLE SPECIALTIES BOXWOOD PTRAMIDAI,. Fine plants 3 ft. high, $2.00 each ; 4 ft. high, »3.00 each ; 4^! ft. high, $4.00 each. RUBBER FLANTS (Ficns elastlca). Very large, bushy plants In tubs 4 ft. high, tine for summer decoration, $3.50 each . PHOENIX BOEBEIiENI. Extra One plants, 5-in. pots, $18.00 per dozen. CROTONS. Strong plants, 3-ln. pots, $3.00 per dozen ; 5-in. pots, $6.00 per dozen ; 6-in. pots, $9.00 per dozen. CANNAS. Buttercup, Souv. d'Antoine Crozy, Pierson's Premier, Mile. Herat, I. Patry, Florence Vaughan, etc. Strong started plants. 3V>-in. pots. $5.(10 per 100. $40,00 per 1000; dor- mant roots, $3.00 per 100, $20.00 per 1000. CAIADIUM ESCUIENTCM. Started plants, $6.00 per 100. CASTOR Oil. BEANS (Ricinns). 31^- lu pots, $6.00 per 100. MUSA ENSETE (Abyssinian Banana). S-iu. pots, $1.00 each. F. R. PIERSON CO. GEK.ANIUMS. Double Gen. Grant. Ex- tra flne plants in bud and bloom, :;y2-ln. pots, $8.00 per 100. CEK.'VNIIJMS, assorted. In bud and tiloom. 3V4-in. pots, $6.00 per 100. N.VSTIIRTIUMS. 3y2-in. pots, bushy, $1.00 per 100. EXGI/ISH IVY. 3y2-in. pots, $12.00 per 100. GERMAN IVY. 2i4-in. pots, $3,00 per 100. AMPELOPSIS VEITCHII. Strong plants, 4-in. pots, $15.00 per 100. Tarrytown-on-Hudson, 9 NEW YORK Araucarias ouR Specialty A raucaria Robusta Compacts and Excelsa QIauca, Specimen Plants, Spring k^oS importa- tion, 7 inch pots, 25, 30. ;8, 4 ■ inches high. 6 years old, s itable for the veranda, porch or lawn. $2.00, $2.50, $3.00 each, worth df ubie that amount. Same Varieties, April 1909 importation, 15- 20-22 inches high, $1 00, $1.25, $1 5 >. Araucarla txcclsa, 5. 5J4. 6 inch pots, 2-34 years old. 40c,, 50c , 60c , 7^0., $1.0 ». Kentia Forsteriana. 6-7 inch pots, 2, 30, 40, 50 inches high, $1.00, $1,25, $1 ^c, $200, $3.00 each. Belmoreana, 6 inch pots, 5 to 6 leaves, $1.00, $1-25, $1 50. Cocos Weddellana, 34 inch, 15c., i8c., 25c, Adiantum Hybrldum. valuable for fronds for cutting, big bushes suitable for 6, 7^ 8 inch pots, 30c., 40c., 50c Areca lutescens, 4 inch, 25c. Begonia Gloire de Lorraine, 4 inch, 25c. Lonsdale light pink and the dark pink. Sago palms, IOC. per leaf. Cash with order please. GODFREY ASCHMANN Importer and Wholesale Grower of Pol Plants 1012 W. Ontario St., PHILADELPHIA, PA. AH goods must travel at purchaser's risk Bargains in Midseason 'Mums; the Leaders. Novel ies of Last Year. You cannot afford to be without the new Qoiden Eagle, yellow, and Poehlmann, white, or Lynwood Hall, prize winning white, of last year. We have plenty of A 1 stock ; 2'A inch $4 per 100. $35 per lOOO; R. C. $3 per 100, $35 per 1000. All late standards except Chadwicks, $20 per M. fori}^, and $15 for R C. SURPLUS BEDDINQ STOCK out of ^'A and is, any separate or assorted, at $1.50 per 100, French and African Marigolds, Tagetes, Helianthus, cue , Ice Pinks, Qerman Ivies, Lobelias single and dble , Coieus asstd., Yellew Alternantheras, Thunbergia.-?, etc. Cannas, 4 inch, asstd , 4C, $30 per 1 000. I. IW. RAYNER.Creenport, 1.1 ,N.Y. A. N. PIERSON, Inc., Cromwell, Conn. WHITE KILLARNEY (Waban Strain) "Doz.j GRAFTED STOCK J6 00 :ioo Si.s.oo 250 $82 50 MY MARYLAND P''^"^" OWN ROOT . '■SflO $150 00 $3.00 per doz., 2.00 " " 1000 $300.00 250O TT'' IBOOO: $687.50 $1,200.00 $20 00 per 100, 10.00 " ' $150.00 per 1000 90.00 " " STANDARD VARIETIES Betty, rson Silene, Bride Bridesmaid, Cardinal, Enchanter, Etolle de France, Etolle da Lyon. Franz Deegan, Qen. McArthur, Golden Gate, Hermosa, Ivory, Kaiserin Augusta Victoria, Kate Moulton, Killarney, l,a Detroit, Maman Cochet, Marechal Niel, Mm*. Abel Chatenay, Mrs. Jardine, Mme. Hoste, Mrs. Paul Nlehoft, Mrs. Pierpont Morgan, Mrs. Potter Palmer, Papa Gontier, Qlteen Beatrice, Rhea Reid, Richmond, Rosaline Orr English, Souv. du President Carnot, Souv. de Wootton, Uncle John, Wellesley, Whita Cochet. The aboveGrafted (selected plans) 20 cts. each, $2.00 per doi., $15.00 per 100, $120.06 per 1000. OWN ROOT ROSES Killarney, Bride, Bridesmaid, Mme. Abel Chateoay, Ivory, Richmond, Mrs. Paul NIehoH. 2-in. pots, 75c per doz., $3.50 per 100, $30.00 per 1000. 2^4-in. pots, $1.00 perdoz., $6.00 per 100, $50.00 per 1000. Queen Beatrice, Rbea Reld, Mrs. Jardine, Mrs. Potter Palmer, from 2Hin. pots, $8.00 per 100, $70.00 per 1000. BEDDING PLANTS COLEUS. Verschaffeltii, Golden Queen, Queen Victoria, Beckwith Gem, Firebrand, Lord Palmerston. Rooted Cuttings by express, $0.60 per 100, $5 00 per 1000. Out of 2% in. pots in May, $2 00 per 100, $15.00 per lOUO. Qoiden Bedder, Hero. Messy, Pearl ofXOrange. Fancy |Varieties. Twelve kinds not listed above, 75 cts. per 1110, $1 00 per lOOO. AGERATUM, Stella Gurney. Princess Pauline. SALVIA, Splendens, Bonfire and Zurich. HELIOTROPE. Dark blue bedding varieties. GERMAN IVV. '5 cts. per 100, $6.00 per 1000. ALTERNANTHERA, (Red and Yellow), 50c per IIIO, $5.00 per 1000. From 2K in pots. $2.00 per 100. SALLEROI. Routed Cuttings, $1 no per 100, 2M in. pots, $2.50 per 100. CHRVSANTHEHUnS IN QUANTITY. Catalogue on Appllcatloa. PEACOCK'S CELEBRATED NEW DAHLIAS JACK ROSE and other cut flower sorts. SEND FOR CATALOG. Peacock Dahlia Farms WIHIamstown Junction, N.J, Cannas Dry roots: Italia, Cleveland, Austria, Egandale, Marlbo- ro ugh, America, Penna, Black Beauty, $1.50 per 100. Viate Gray, mixed with red, $1.25 per 100- Asparagus Spren- geri, 3io., $1.75,3 in., $4.00, 4 in., $6 00 per 100. Dracaena indiv, 4 in., 10c- English Iv>', a in., $2.00; R.C. 7Sc per 700. Rex Begonia, a in., 3c. J. H. OAKN & SON, WESTFIELB, N. Y. 36 HORTICULTURE July 10, 1909 Dear Sir : BUSH HILL PARK, ENFIELD, MDD'X, June, 1909 HUGH LOW & CO. Dissolved In consequence of the voluntary Dissolution of my late Firm, I fiave much pleasure in informing you that I have taken over the Royal Nurseries with the greater part of the stock. These Nurseries were formed by me in J88I, under the instructions of my late Father, and since his death, I have taken an active part in the direction of the business. The staff which is transferred, practically intact, includes such well-known men as my representatives — Mr. Harry A. Barnard, Mr. F. W. Ashton, and Mr. Laurence J. Cook. Mr. Edward Tack as Orchid Specialist and Grower, and Mr. M. C. Allwood, the enthusiastic Carnation Man. Messrs. Moore, Reid and Meades, amongst the Roses and Fruit Trees, and Mr. Phillips in the General Department. I feel that with such men at my back, clients can rely upon the same care and attention being given to their business as under the old regime. Esteeming your orders and enquiries, believe me to be always at your service as heretofore. Please address all communications i STUART LOW & CO., Bush Hill Park, Enfield, Midd'x, England Obediently yours, STUART H. LOW Kentia Belmoreana Delivery from now on. Per looo Per igo jK inch plants, fine bushy stuff 75. CO 8.00 Cocos Weddelliana Per looo Per io« Fine established healthy plants from 9% in; i>ots $90.C0 $10.00 Satisfaction Quaranteed. 0. V. ZANGEN. Seedsman, Hoboken, N. J. HEACOCK'S PALMS. KENTIA BELMOREANA e-ln. pot, 22 to 24-la, bigh U 00 each 6-ln. pot, 24 to 26-in. high $1 2o each 6-m. pot, 20 to 2S-iu. high $1 50 each 9-m. tub, 42 to 4S-in. high $5 00 each MADE-UP KENTIA FORSTEKIANA 9-In. tub, 4 plants, 42 to 48-ln. hlgh..$ 4 ea. 12-in. tub, 4 plants, 6-ft. high, heavy. $15 ea. 12-ln. tub, 4 plants, 6 to 8 ft., heavv. .$20 ea. JOSEPH HEACOCK CO. WYWCOTE. PA. NEPHROLEPIS MAGNIFICA THE SEN8ATIONAI, NOVBLTT Strone 2H-ln. gtock, |25.00 per 100. WHITMANII tH-ln., f40.(X) per 1000; SH-ln., from Bench. »8.00 per 300. H. H. BARROWS & SON. WHITMAM. mass. PALMS ,,, FERNS DECORATIVE PLANTS JOHN SCOTT Rutland Road and E. 45th St. T.I. .t9o Boliord BROOKLYN, N.Y. In ordering goods please add "I saw It In HORTICULTURE." JARDINIERE FERNS IN BEST VARIETIES. VERY FINE STOCK. $3.50 per 100, $30.00 per 1000 ROSE HILL KURSERIES New Rochelle, N. Y. ROBERT CRAIG CO. COSES. PALMS, ■at lOTeltles in DecoratlTe Plants MAIKET and 49th STREETS.. PHILADELPHIA. PA. FOR WINTER BLOOMING We have an immense stock ready for .shipment from 3 In. pots, iu a splendid assortment at $3.00 per 100, $25.00 per lUOO. We will send one thousand in twenty good kinds, our selection, for $25.00, good stocky plants from 3 in. pots. MRS. LAWRENCE, is an exceptionally fine variety; our Geranium Catalogue de- scribes It as follows: — This is, without exception, the finest Geranium in its color that we have ever seen: clear, healthy foliai-'c: splendid dwarf, compact habit 'of growth; wonderfully free in flowering; iniUspcn.sable as a pot plant, being strongly recommended for winter blooming: unsurpassed as a bedder. The color is an art- istic shade of bright satiny salmon pink, slightly tinged white. We are satisfied Its distinct and graceful form will place It In the front rank of Its race. FROM 2 IN. POTS $3.00 PER 100; 3 IN. POTS $4 00 PER 100 R. VINCENT, JR. & SONS CO , WHITE MARSH, MD. Palms Shrubs 'ISS^. FLORiST Send for Our Catalogue. Ferns Perennials The GEO. WITT BOLD CO. , 1657 Buckingham Place, Chicago. III. FERNS FOR DISHES, CA6H WITH ORDER 2670 to 2606 W. Adamg St., Chicago, 111. Assorted Varieties From 3 inch pots, $3 50 per joo ; $30.00 per 1000 FRANK OECHSLIN LAGER ®. HURRELL ORCHIDS Established and Fresh Imported. SUMMIT, N. J. ORCHIDS! Most of our healthy established plants are sold, many Importations are nearly to be In. ORDONEZ BROS. Madison, N. J. ORCHIDS Arrived In fine condition, Cattleyas I.nblata, Mosslae, Mendelli. FJaLTisonlae, Dowiana, Trianae, l'erci> aliana, GIgas. Dendrobl- ui''S Noldlc, ^Vardianum, Forninsum (Jlgaiiieum. Oncidiums, Varicosum Boger- sii. Con'olor. Will an-ive in a few days C. GnskelUana. CARRILLO & BALOWIN, Secaucus, N.J. IMPORTED ORCHIDS Now Arriving Julius Roehrs Co. RUTHERFORD, N. J. ORCHIDS Sander, St. 4lban», Enqlanri and 23S Broadway, Roem I NEW YORK CITY July 10, 1909 HORTICULTURE 37 New French Chrysanthemums Group of Calvat's Chrysanthemum Novelties. At Tours and at Paris large numbers of chrysanthe- mum novelties are shown each year. But most of the French growers have little idea of the kind of flower suitable either for Englisli or American taste. I take it from what one sees in x4mericau papers that large pure colored varieties are chiefly in demand. From this point of view Calvat's novelties are practically the only ones worth our attention. Of these I give a list of what I consider the best of his new seedlings as shown at Paris last November. These won for him a grand prix d'honneur. The group is shown in the accompanying picture. The award made is the highest ever gained by a chrysanthemum raiser and as a result, Calvat was made an officier d' aeademie. Ferdinand de Bievre. A Japanese with florets of great width; flower of spreading form, pale yellow; one of the biggest shown. Reine Fianiniette. A full double flower having medium sized florets forming a reflexing Japanese of the old lype. Bright rosy pale amaranth with purplish shad- ing. riachel L'Abbe. Immense Jap., with narrow, twisted and intermingling florets, curly at the tips; color white, slightly tinted green in the centre. Mme. E. Bonneford. Another huge Japanese of a high order of merit. A graceful, reflexing flower, very full and double; color rich apricot passing to golden yel- low. General Samet. Another Jap. of great solidity; medium sized grooved florets, curly at the tips; golden yellow. Souvenir de JIme. Gagnuire. Japanese also of the largest dimensions with very long florets; bright pinkish rose with reverse of silver. Claudius Denis. A medium sized Jap., very deep in build with narrow florets; golden yellow. Mme. Travouillon. A monster Japanese shown in fine form at Tours; a spreading long petalled variety full to the centre: bright lilac rosy mauve. Belle Trouchoise. A big imposing Jap., verj' effective in its rich shade of reddish salmon rose: reverse golden. Rev. W. G. Sharpin. A Japanese of the greatest possible size and substance. Inside of the grooved florets which are of good breadth the color is dull old rose; reverse golden yellow. Belle Estezelle. An immense Japanese with very long, spreading pure yellow florets. Calvat 1900. A compact Japanese with rather broad flor- ets, tips slightly incurving; beautiful shade of bright rosy amaranth with silvery reverse. Paul Delaroche. Another monster Japanese; florets of medium size, twisted and intermingling; color pearly blush, slightly tinted and shaded lilac mauve. Miarka. An old type of Incurved of large size; grooved florets, a deep solid bloom; color pure white slightly tinted. Alceste. A fine Japanese of great merit; florets of medium size and good length; color pure pale yellow. Other seedlings In the group of lesser value from the American commercial point of view were: Ulysse Laf- font, a massive .Tap., ochre yellow shaded apricot; Hen- ry DeCault, also a huge Jap., pale amaranth; Cecilia Monteil, pure white Jap., shaded pale purple towards outer edge; Dr. Nicolas. Jap., deep violet witn silvery re- verse, aorets rather broad and flat; Thais, Jap., chestnut crimson, golden reverse; Thamard, Jap., purplish mauve, reverse silvery pink; Cularo, Jap., chestnut yellow; Le Maroc, a Jap. of the Edwin Molyneaux type, bright crim- son with gold reverse. British Horticulture SWEET PEAS There is every prospect of another interesting display being made by the National Sweet Pea Society at their annual show in London on July 23rd. Amongst the trophies ofEered is the Burpee challenge cup, given for a display of sweet peas, arranged on a space 3x4 ft. It is specified that all the varieties shown must have waved standards. Mr. Burpee's firm also oSer prizes for a display of American sweet peas. C. C. Morse and Co., Santa Clara, California, are also offering prizes in other sections. The society has arranged for two outings for this season. A visit is to be made to the seed-grow- ing district in Essex, where a big acreage is set apart for sweet peas. Later in July the members will journey to the Universit}; College Gardens, Beading, for the pur- pose of inspecting the oSicial trials. These trials have proved of the highest utility, many American and con- tinental growers having found them of great guidance for purposes of comparison. The Floral Committee have endeavored to make this part of the work a helpful adjunct to the society's other activities. ITEMS OF INTEREST A successful festival dinner was held in London on June 24th in aid of the Gardeners' Eoyal Benevolent Fund. Many leading nurser}Tnen aided in providing a substantial sum. — The first Masters' lecture has been delivered at the Eoyal Horticultural Hall by Prof. Hugo de Vries, on "Masters' Vegetable Teratology."— Satis- factory strides are being made by the newly-formed Na- tional Vegetable Soc— Mr. H. Staples, Kentish grower, is bringing out a new strawberry named Geo. Munro — a name well known in fruit trade circles. — The Home Secretarv' has appointed a commissioner to inquire into certain diSicultie? which have arisen in the application of the Factory and Workshop Acts to florists' workshops. The present Acts are considered to seriously hamper the trade in dealing with unexpected orders which necessi- tate occasional overtime. — The membership of the Brit- ish Gardeners' Association now numbers 1,517. Mr. ■ Geo. Hemming has been elected chairman, and Mr. J. H. Witty, vice-chairman. — A geranium with black foli- age and scarlet flowers is being sent out by a Harrogate florist. yt^H. C\di^, 38 horticulture: July 10, 1909 Water Scenery in the Garden {Continued /rom issue of June ig) My previous observations in regard to water scenery, were applicable to natural or artificial sheets of water or streams of several acres in extent ; and I now purpose dealing with small lakes, basins, fountains, and streams in the house garden and pleasure grounds proper. With regard to excavation, making the soil watertight, and water supply, outlets and inlets, the previous remarks will apply with equal force; especially the provision of puddling with clay, where the soil is of a porous na- ture. To omit this always leads to great saturation of the surrounding land, with the invariable etfect of caus- ing dampness in the air, and general unhealthiness. In England, Scotland and on the continent there remain to this day many castles and manor-houses, as well as ancient towns, provided with moats, which must have caused a great degree of moisture in the adjacent soil, and given rise in the warm months to ague and other diseases, which were, however retained, owing to the protection the moat and drawbridge afforded. No rule can be laid down for the shape of a lake; and it may take the form of an oval, a circle, or it may be made devious, and lose itself behind a natural or ar- tificial projection of the banks, a clump of trees, or thick shrubbery. Sometimes the lake may be surrounded wholly with an architectural screen or balustrade with the idea of being seen from a path within the enclosed space and not from without ; or there may be a point where the best view is obtained, which may have this ar- chitectural kind of treatment ; and perhaps a harbor for a few boats; or a permanent low building, as a tea room, a Chinese pavilion or summer house, may be erected of durable materials, and of course ornamental in character as befitting objects in a garden. The treatment in regard to planting the banks of a lake, and those of a running stream would differ con- siderably. It may be permissible to form colonies of hardy herbaceous perennials on tiie former and those shrubs which have a free flowering habit, and do not, as a rule, grow to a very large size. Quite small lakes may have smoothly kept turf as a surrounding, and a few clumps of flowering plants, grouped sparingly, and a few weeping willows or Sophora japonica pendula, or clumps of Yucca gloriosa or Y. flaccida, Arundo donax, A. d. macrophylla, Cornus sanguinea, Eulalias in variety, Gynerinm argen- teum. Iris Kaempferi in variety; Spirfea aruneus and others, and Tamarix. Clumps of Myosotis palustris, Cotoneaster microphylla, Lythrum roseum, Trollius eu- ropaeus, Eodgersia podophylla. Polygonum cuspidatum, and P. compactum, have a good effect in the neighbor- hood of water, and there are many others. There are some species of plants which succeed if partially sub- merged, such are Acorus calamus and A. japonica ar- gentea stricta, Caltha palustris and the double flowered form of this plant ; Carex japonica and C. j. pendula, and the yellow flowered Iris pseudo-acorus. Gunnera manicata, and G. scabra, Sambucus nigra and S. race- mosa and Hippophae rhamnoides look well if planted on promontories of the shores, as do Betula alba and other birches. All of the plants named above are of comparatively low growth, the cornus, hippophae, birches and willows excepted. For the sake of variety some coniferous trees might be introduced, preference being given to Cupres- sus, Juniperus, Thuya, Ectinospora and Taxus fastigi- ata, all of which have the columnar form, so admirably adapted for contrasting with the horizontal plane of the water. In districts of the country enjoying a winter climate of moderate severity, places may be found for various species of evergreens, some having beautiful flowers, as for example Ehododendron ponticum, E. Catawbiense, and the hybrids from these, and from E. Caucasicum; such Alpine species as E. ferrugineum and its variety al- bum, E. hirsutum, and E. racemosum from Western China and Yunnan, growing at an elevation of 10,000 feet ; the flowers of this last come in close clusters on short lateral shoots, and at the ends of these. They are about one inch in diameter, of a flesh color, passing into bright pink at the tips of the segments. It is a pretty addition to the dwarf section of the Ehododendrons. The Ghent and Pontica azaleas, if planted in clumps in suitable soil, would afford brightness of coloring to the planting near to the water. They are of great hard- iness, and none of them exceed five feet in height. The planter is now-a-days a sufferer from the great abundance of material in trees and shrubs, so that, if he be not well acquainted with the nature of the sub- jects brought to his notice, he is very liable to choose unsuitable plants. In penning the foregoing list, I have had the desire to give a distinct character to waterside planting in the garden proper and different from that of the decorative shrubbery, the planting on the lawns, and other parts of a garden — hence the omission of a host of beautiful subjects. Bamboos have become of late years recognized plants for the decoration of gardens; and from China and Japan we have received many species which are capable of withstanding a moderate amount of cold, and are admirably adapted in respect of beauty of habit for planting in any part of a garden, and especially on the banks of lakes and streams. To grow them at their best, these plants require a retentive soil, abundant moisture at the root, and to be well supplied with leaf mould — and a sheltered position. Under the general name Bamboos, the genera belonging to Arundinaria, Bam- busa, Thamnocalamus, Phyllostachys, and others, are included. The more distinct species of Arundinaria are A. auricoma — a rather strong grower, having green leaves streaked with yellow ; A. Fortune!, with stems about 3 feet high, crowded together, leaves narrow, 6 inches in length, striped with white; A. japonica (Me- take), which grows 15 feet high, with internodes of 6-8 inches in length, and tapering leaves, 13 inches long; A. nitida, a very attractive, and very hardy species; A. Simoni, growing to a height of 12 feet, with leaves one foot in length ; very hardy. There is a yellow striped variety of this species, with leaves of a smaller size than those of the type. Bambusa palmata is an effec- tive species, the stems reaching a height of 5 feet, and having leaves about 13 inches long, and 3 broad. Of Phyllostachys I may mention P. Boryana one of the most effective, and vigorous, and quite hardy; P. flexuosa, a neat growing species with 6-foot stems and leaves of shining green color; P. Henonis is one of the hardiest species, and it grows to a height of 15 feet. It is one of the most beautiful of the genus : P. mitis, which in Japan reaches a height of 50 feet, and in a more temperate climate a height of 18-20 feet ; P. nigra has stems of a dark color, and plumes of bright green leaves. The stems will reach a height of 20 feet when the plant becomes well established. The illustration on p. 797 of Horticulture on June 5 shows the sort of excavation — not more than 3 feet in depth made in the grounds, Gunnersbury House, Acton, the property of Messrs. Eothschild. The work was de- signed, and carried out by his present head gardener, J. Hudson, in Japanese style, and as regards the under- gro^vth with plants, chiefly natives of .Tapan. The area dealt with was less than half an acre, and the main idea consisted of several islands connected with each July 10, 1909 H O R T 1 C U^ T^U R E 39 other by a devious path, carried over rustic bridges of wood. The whole was very effective at the first, convey- ing a pretty idea, but it is now become greatly over- grown and confused, owing to want of timely thinning out of the multitude of plants originally planted. The Gymnogrammas These ferns include, from a decorative point of view, some of the most remarkable and interesting plants of the fern family. Probably the commonest of them all is Gymnogranuna sulphurea, and if one is successful in the cultivation of this variety there need be no hesita- tion in growing several of the other kinds. The neces- sary point is to give them stove temperature and as they rapidly become pot bound, plenty of water which should never be allowed to get on the foliage. An ex- ception to the foregoing rule is to be found in Gymno- gramma Japonica (syn. Dietyogramma Japonica) which thrives in an Odontoglossum house temperature, by rea- son of its being neither tomentose or powdery but of a thick glossy leathery texture. Perhaps foremost among the golden powdered varieties capable of forming rapidly large specimen plants is G. calomelanos var. cliryso- phylla ; G. calomelanos is of larger growth but the pow- der is whitish or whitish pink instead of distinctly yel- low. G. calomelanos has a number of forms besides chrysophylla, few of which are of much merit. The principal one, on account of the leaflets turning up thus exposing the powder is G. c. c. Alstoniae. G. e. c. Par- sonsii, named after an old confrere of the writer, should not be forgotten — a crested form not exceeding one foot in the length of its fronds. Among the silver or white powdered forms is G. Peruviana, considered to be a form of calomelanos; of which H. B. May's variety Majii is one of the best, having the powder on both sides of the frond and in a lesser degree on the stalks. Another chance seedling is G. Wettenhalliana, golden with very dense crests to its fronds, also having this quality at the tips of its leaflets. G schizophylla is another variety to be found in commercial collections. It makes an ex- cellent basket plant with the remarkable peculiarity of producing plants on its fronds which will freely root when pegged down to a moist surface. G. tartarea is one of the most densely powdered (silver) common in collections. This variety is peculiarly distinct on ac- count of its dark stalks which have no powder upon them. The foregoing varieties and forms have been selected not because they are only to be found in herbariums and botanical collections as may be thought by some, but by reason of the fact that they are common with specialists of ferns in Europe and as such are sold commercially on the market. They comprise the best known to cultiva- tion and certainly are worthy of the attention of those who take a pride in the cultivation of choice plants. An additional merit they possess is their adaptability in a dried state for table decoration, retaining the powder and their color for several years; this can easily be ac- complished by drying between sheets of ordinary botan- ical drying paper, with of course a weight on top. In- deed, with a little manipulation, it is by no means diflB- cult to get them into the form of a living plant, a pot, a potato and a little moss forming the necessary material. ^//0^cv\ s/.°x:>Eroi«x>> i^a.^^. laige size; Nancy Perkins, of another tint of orange-scarlet and Pink Pearl light pink, being acquisitions of much merit. H. Burnett came out strongly in per- petual flowering carnations. He show- ed the novelties Fortuna. a yellow self, with fringed margin, and Snowball, a large and lieautiful white variety, with petals that are nearly smooth. It is not a true tree carnation, being a cross between a border and a tree variety. Mr. Burnett showed the new variety. Rose Doree, cherry-red with orange tinge. The flower is very full, and the calyx is perfect. The variety was raised by Mr. Lancashire, Guernsey. The following new Cannas were shown by J. Veitch & Sons: Geheim- Rath Borsig — a big truss and flowers— the color old rose; C. Rosea Gigantea, a dull rose-red variety; Duke Ernest, glowing crimson — a large truss and bloom; and R. Wallace, having flowers of a rich yellow color and great size. A JUBILEE FLOWER SHOW FOR HAARLEM. The following paragraph from a re- cent letter received from Polman-Mooy may be of interest to the readers of HORTICULTURE: ■•In April, 1910, there will be a jubilee flower show in Haarlem, Holland, which is to be held only half a mile beyond our city nurseries and on the same road. We expect to have a most interesting exhibit of over 100,000 hy- brid seedlings of hyacinths, tulips and narcissus, all raised in this same oldest nursery in Haarlem, now entirely built in and on the same spot where the great tulip speculation and finan- cial disaster was experienced in Feb- ruary, 1037. A large collection of the same tulips as handled in the years 1633-163(; will also be on exhibition in this original tulip nursery where our firm was established just one hundred years ago in ISIO. These are also the same tulips on which a lecture was held two years ago in New York by Mr. Peter Barr of London. As tha flowering season of these bulbs will last from the first week in April un- til the end of May of 1910, a visit to these nurseries will no doubt Pyove interesting at any time of the spring." Detroit. — Andrew Ferguson is very slowly recovering from a very serious illness which has continued ever since la-^t fall— Chas. Warnke is going to California and the Yukon Exposition with the local lodge of Elks. Kentias, Arecas, Latanias, Cocos, Phoenix, Araucarias, Rubbers, Crotons, Pandanuses, Asparagus, Ferns for Dishes. Before placing fall orders for Palms and Decorative Plants Write for Prices A. LEUTHY & CO. PERKINS ST. NURSERIES ROSLINDALE, MASS. A SPECIALTY TheDingee&GonardCo.Mrore Hardy Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Con- ifers, Clematis, H. P. Roses, Shrubs and Herbaceous Plants from our HOLLAND NURSERIES Prices Moderate P. OUWERKERK, 216 Jane St., Weehawkeo Beightl P.O. No. 1, Hoboken.N.J. American Grown Roses Fruit and Ornamental Trees. Shrubs, Small Fruits, Clematis, Evergreens. Write for Trade List. W. & T. SMITH CO. Geneva, N. Y. FOR SALE A Large Specimen Plant of CYCAS REVOLUTA 4}i to 5 ft. high. WHITTET & M., Lowell, Mass In ordering goods please add "I saw It in HORTICULTURE." 46 HORTICULTURE, July 10. 1905 THE SPENCER TYPE OF SWEET PEAS. Messrs. Burpee put up a fine show of these at Horticultural Hall, Phila- delphia, on the 29th ulto. This is the first time the general public has had a chance to see the latest improvements in sweet peas, as it is not everybody who can afford to spend a day at Ford- hook, where acres and acres ot sweet peas are now in full bloom in the test- ing grounds. Anyone who can go, should go eaily in July as the fields are then at their best. Among the most conspicuous noted at the show mentioned above were: Queen Victoria Spencer; large flow- ers of good substance; primrose, flushed with rose. Mrs. Routzahn Spencer; rose and blush on a primrose ground, edged with darker rose. Helen Pierce; white marbled with blue. Mr. Kerr informed us that this variety had not reached its best bril- liancy as to coloring so far, on account of the warm weather. Primrose Spencer; a creamy yellow flower of large size and excellent sub- stance. This undoubtedly surpasses the well-known older variety, Hon. Mrs. E. Kenyon. White Spencer; a pure white flower of enormous size and fine substance. Good long stems. Aurora Spencer; creamy white flaked and mottled with salmon; one of the best ot its class — the waving and flut- ing of the wings and standard being very pronounced. Princess A'ictoria; one of Dobbie & Co.'s introductions and resembles the old Countess Spencer, but is a lighter pink in color and better as to size and substance. Florence Morse Spencer; blush edged with pink; fine as to size, form and stem; mostly three to four (lowers to a stalk. Mr. Kerr informs us that there are over seven hundred separate and dis- tinct tests of sweet peas planted out this season on the trial grounds at Fordhook. This fact gives an indica- tion of the care and thoroughness with which the Burpee firm investigates the merit of every promising variety in whatever part of the world it may chance to originate, and explains in a way why the name of this house has become so associated with the sweet pea. Away at the back end of nowhere the fame of Philadelphia is ever green — either with Stetson hats or Burpee's seeds. At least so we're told by that travel-sbtained hardy-perennial — the notion drummer. Ct. C. WATSON. At the request of the Secretary of Agriculture instructions have been given to officei's of customs by the Treasury Department that until July 1, 1910, 2-ounce samples of all impor- tations of 100 pounds or more of grass, clover, and forage-plant seeds be pre- pared at the earliest practicable date after entry, and forwarded to the Seed Laboratory, Department of Agiicul- ture, Washington, D. C, labeled with names and addresses of consignors and consignees, name of seed as given In the invoice, and quantity of the con- signment. UNEEDMETBERMUDA ONION SEED SEND CONTRACT ORDERS AT ONCE FOR 1910. — Don't Delay. — OO iT MOW. Read what my customers say about me: — " More than pleased." " Your shipment reached us first." " We have splendid reports from the results of your Seeds." " Will give you all of our future business." " Germination is good," white: CRYSTAL WAX: EARLIEST OF ALL White Bermuda: White and Red. FEDERICO C. VARELA TENERIFFE (CANARY expert onion seed grower ISLANDS^ ^^^ EXPORTER WHOLESALE GRASS SEED DEAL- ERS' ASSOCIATION. In interims between sessions of the American Seed Trade Association Convention held at Niagara Falls, Ont., last month an organization was launched in the seed trade and named the Wholesale Grass Seed Dealers' Association. The following were elec- ted as its Board of Directors, viz: Charles D. Boyles. of The Albert Dick- inson Co., Chicago, 111.; Henry W. Wood, ot T. W. Wood &. Sons, Rich- mond, Va. ; M. H. Duryea, of Henry Nunges.ser & Co., New York City; Robert Pommer. of D. I. Bushnell & Co., St. Louis, Mo.; Charles Dickinson, of The Albert Dickinson Co., Chicago. 111.; C. F. Wood, of Wood. Stubbs & Co., Louisville, Ky.; Jos L. Peppard, of J. G. Peppard Seed Co., Kansas City, Mo., and Albert McCuUough, of .J. M. McCullough Sons Co., Cincinnati, Ohio. The board organized by electing Al- bert McCuUough president, C. F. Wood secretary-treasurer and M. H. Duryea vice-president. CATALOGUES RECEIVED. Knight & Struck, New York. Prie list of named hybrid orchids. The George Wittbold Company. Chicago, 111.— Catalogue of Decorative Plants. A useful and instructive pub- lication for the use of retail buyers. A. T. Boddington, New York, Mi;l- sunimer Garden Guide— Hardy peren- nials and old-fashioued flowers have their innings in this very useful list for the practical planter. The cover is devoted to a strawberry which is the principal feature in a formal decora- tive design in colors by H. A. Bun- yard, forming a seasonable and appro- priate cover illustration. PUBLICATION RECEIVED. House Plants ' and How to Grow Them; by Parker T. Barnes.— This book, just issued by Doubleday. Page & Company, New York, is the ninth in the series of The Garden Library. It is not written for the florist or garden- er, but for the public— the florists' cus- tomers— and no florist can do more ef- fective work in his own behalf for the future than to encourage the grow- ing ot plants in the home by doing all he can to promote the dissemination of a sensible and practical book on their culture such as this is. Mr. Barnes has the faculty of telling cul- tural facts in a concise, convincing and most readable way and he thor^ ou.t,'hly understands his subject— which is not always true of those who un- dertake to instruct the public in plant culture. The varieties of plants which Mr. Barnes has selected as the best subjects for home cultivation are well PRIMULA GNINENSIS Michell's Prize Mixture contains only the finest sorts, beautifully fringed. % Tr. Pkt. 60c. PRIMULA 1 Tr. Pkt. $1.00 OBCON'CA GIQANTEA 50c I Kcrmeslna .SOc SOc I Mixed SOc Write for our Wholesale Catalogue. It wi' interest you. HENRY F. MICHELL GO. 1018 market St., Pblla. GIANT PANSY SEED The KENILWORTH Strain is uiisiirp.T.ssed; the imiiioiisf Honers of 3'^ til 4 iiiclie.s -.wv of pL'ifc-t form and sub- sraTi.e; every tint and sliade is produced in strilclng eomliiiiatlon and endless varia- tion of lieautifiil colors and markings: it is tile rcsnlt of years of .spleotion: it embraces Uu- lar;;est .ind liest of Emflisb, Pi-ench, • .enuan and .\meiii:-an no\elties; 1909 seed m-eatly improved liy lieb shades of lircp-.vii, iironze, -ed and malioaauv Nfw seed; KKIO, 25e; 2niio 4n,. ' GiiUU. .$1; -oz., .$,5 UAIXBGW is a blend of over oil of the latest introdnetions of ciant pansios of the most lieaiititul, gors.'ous v.'olofs l>lcit(lied. striped, veined, margined, etc. Wltli everv .?l.i"i worth ot Kenihvorth " strain. I will send 1000 of Rainbow free; and with other anionnts in like proportion. chosen and none are included which can be called impossible or even doubt- ful under intelligent care. We would suggest that in another edition he might add the gloxinia to the list of eosily grown window subjects. Any florist who seeks to build uo closer relations with the flower-loving people of his neighborhood, should recom- mend this book. It contains 236 pages, is illustrated with many full page en- gravings and the price is $1.20, post paid. VEGETABLE PLA^ CAR RASE. Field Grown, all leadirg varieties, $i.oo per looo. lo.ooo and over, 850 per tooo. CELERr. White Plume, Golden Self Blancliine and Giant Pascal, $1.00 per 1000. EGG PI, A NT. N. Y. Improved and Blacit Beauty, $3. 00 per xcoo. tETTUCE. Big Eoston.'Boston Marltet, Tennii Ball and Grand Rapids, $i.oo per 1000. PEPPERS. Ruby King, Bull Nose, Sweet Moun- tain and Neapolitan, $2.00 per 1000. Cliinese Giant and Cayenne, 5CC per 100. PARSLEY. $i.J5 rer 1000. Cash with OnDEit R. VINCENT, JR., & SONS CO. Whit* Marsh, MO. July 10. 1909 HORTICULTURE 47 Everything "For the Land's Sake." The one firm in Boston where all good forms of plant food may be ob- tained, is the Bowker Fertilizer Company, opposite Faneuil Hall at 43 Chatham St. All greenhouse chemicals. Nitrate of Soda, Ground Bone, Potash Salts, Sheep Manure and Wood Ashes can there be had at first hands. BOWKER Everything "For the Land's Sake. " FERTILIZER COMPANY Giant Pansy Seeds Representing seven of the best growers of Europe. Each color or strain packed separately. The pro- portion of light and dark is well blended. Florist t'ollection — i6 pkt. Hybrid Giants, 8 pkt. Giant Five Blotched, y% oz. in each pkt ; in all, 24 pkts., weight \ oz. $7 36 Half Flori»t Collection — 2^ pkts., weight i>6 oz. $193 Amateur Collection — 24 pkt., 5C0 seeds in each pkt., 12,000 seeds, $■ 50 Cottage Collection — 12 pkt., 50c seeds in each pkt., 6,000 seeds, $125 Mixture — extra fi:;e, loco seeds, 25c. Exhibition Collection — 4 pkt. 50: seeds in each pkt., 2000 seeds. $i.co Send for descriptive list of prize trittners JOHN GERARD, New Britain. Conn. Burpee's Seeds PHILADELPHIA BhM List of Wholesale Prices mailed only to those who plant for profit Ward's Lily Bulbs Not how cheap, but how good. Ralph M. Ward & Co. 12 W. Broadway, KewYork GEO. E. DOW Designing and Illustrating 178 Washington St., Bocton, Mass. OUR IPECIALTY Miehlne, Booklet, Advertising and Flower ;>HOTOGRAPHS PANSY SEED TIME PANSY — BODDINQTON'S "CHALLENGE" ALL GIANTS This mixture contains all the finest Giant strains — of the leading Pansy Special- ists in the world — the Giant self-colors, the Giant striped and margined, and the Giant lilotched, etc., all carefully mixed in proportion — the finest that money can buy — the finest your money can buy. A florist who has grown it said, "Why don't jou call it Defiance?" Trade pkt., 50c; ji-oz., 7Sc; ■+=oz., $1.50 ; yi-oz.,$2.7S ; oz., $5.00 ARTHUR T. BODDINGTON, Seedsman 342 W.I 4th St., NEW YORK LEONARD SEED CO. CONTRACT GROWERS AND WHOLESALE DEALERS BEANS, PEAS, SWEET CORN, ONION, GARDEN SEEDS ONION SETS FLOWER SEEDS Get Our Prices E. KINZIE STREET, CHICAGO ESTABLISHED 1 802 LILIUM HARRISII True stock from most reliable growers PURITY FREESIA SEND FOR SPECIAL ADVANCE PRICES FOR EARLY ORDERS J. M. THORBURN & CO. 33 Barclay Street NEW YORK Mum Canes What you want now 7 to 8 ft. S7.00 IQOO Wm. Elliott & Sons 42 Vesey St., New York C AULIFLOWERS A B B A G E LILY OP THE VALLEY PIPS. HJALMAR HARTMANN & CO. Longangsstraede 20, COPENHAGEN, DENMARK. O i« i> K H! :n: o VAT French and Dutch Bulbs FOR FALL SHIPMENT Wholesale Price List mailed to Florists on application. Joseph Breck & Sons Corp. 4r-S4 RO. MAJtKET ST., BOSTOH, MASS. Mignonette FARQUHAR'S GIANT Oz., 76c; 1-4 oz., 26c R.&J.Farquhar&Go. 6 & 7 South Market Street BOSTON, MASS. BRIDGEMAN'S SEED WAREHOUSE RICKARDSBROS. Props. 37 East I9tli St., - HEW YORK CITY NEW PRICE LIST of my celebrated wluter flowering Sweet Pea Seed is being mailed. If you have not received a copy please send for one. New crop of seed will be ready around July ISth next. ANT. C. ZVOLANEK Bound Brook, - - - New Jersey NEW CROP SEED For Early Planting THOMAS J. GREY CO. 2 SO. MARKET ST., BOSTON, MASS. FRENCH AND DUTCH BULBS Columbia Farm Harrlsii Fischers Purity Freesias Send for trade list, Schlegel & Fottler Co. 26 & 27 So. Market St., BOSTON, MASS. 48 HORTICULTURE, July 10, 1909 JOHN BREITMEYER'S ^=SONS— Cor. Miami and Oratlot Ave8. DETROIT, MICH. Artistic Designs . . . Higli Grade Cut Blooms W« cover all Michisan point* and good •^tions of Ohio, Indiana and Canada WILLIAM J. SMYTH FLORIST Cor. mchlgan Ave. and 3 1st St., CHICAGO We ship to all points in Illinois and Iowa. Phones: Douglag744, Douglas 523, Douglas 740 THE FLORIST HAUSWIRTH Out of Town orders for Hospitals Carefully filled. 232 Mictiigan Ave. CHICAGO AUMTORtUM ANNEX Tel. Harrison S8S Samuel Murray^ Florist Coates House Conservatory 101 r BROADWAY, KANSAS CITY, MO. Both 'Phones 2670 Main. WASHINGTON, D. C. *'>'^'Rf?T%^* Q U D E ' 5 The Far-Famed Flowers of TORONTO Dallrered oq mail or telcrraph order for •ar occaaloD, In anj part or th« DomlalML JOHN H. DUNLOP, •e Yonee St., - Toronto. Ont. The Park Floral Co. A- VALENTINE, Pres. DENVER. COLORADO WILLIAM L. ROCK FLOWER CO. KANSAS CITY, MO. will carefully execute orders for Kansas City and any town in Missouri or Kansas. NEW YORK, BOSTON, PHILADELPHIA TAKE CARE OF OCEAN STBAHERS Can Deliver to LAKE STEAHERS NORTHWEST and NORTHLAND W. J. Palmer & Son, 304 rialn St., Buffalo, N.Y. Of Interest to Retail Florists . July 23 .July 17 .July 24 .July 17 ..July -'4 .July 13 .July 14 .July 17 .July \r, .July 22 .July 14 .Julv 17 .July 22 Brooklyn, N. Y. — A. Hanlg has taken an additional store at 502 Fulton street, Asheville, N. C. — E. E. Brown will open a store in town after moving his greenhouses into the suburbs. Cleveland, O. — Jones & Russell have leased the store in the Euclid Point building, corner of Euclid avenue and Huron road and will start in business in the fall. New York, N. Y. — Fleischman will open a store at the Cortlandt street terminal of the McAdoo tunnels to Jersey City in addition to his place at Fifth avenue and 42nd street. K STEAMER DEPARTURES S Allan. Nuliiidiuu. r.ostou (;l;i.sy; SUMMER BEAUTIES Best $3.00 per dozen riedium Sizes, $1.50 — $2.50 per dozen SWEET PEAS All Colors - $S.OO per 1000 MARYLAND $S.OO— $8.00 per 100 THE LEO NIESSEN CO. 1209 Arch St , Philadelphia, Pa. Closed Every Day at 6 p. m. ANNUAL TRADE EXHIBIT I >F THE ■ SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS CINCINNATI, OHIO, AUG. 17-20 INCLUSIVE MAKE APPLICATK.iN FOR SPACE AND RATES TO WM. MURPHY SUPT. TRADE EXHIBIT 311 MAIN STREET, - CINCI NNATI, OHIO f i CUT EASTER LILIES Extra Fine $]..50 per doz. $10.00 per 100 Can furnish in quantity Wholesale I Florists W.EMcKISSiCK&BROS. 1619-1621 RansteadS'., Philadelphia 1 / \ i» ■ CUT FLOWER BOXES EDWARDS FOLDING BOX CO MANUFACTURERS PHILADELPHIA, PA. A \ . . ' / k CHAS. W. MeKEUAR 51 WABASH AVE., CHICAGO Western Headquarters for Choice Orchids Valley, Roses and all Cut Flowers PET E R REI N B E RQ WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS 51 Wabash Av., Chicago, 111. Long Distance Phone, Central 6004 WINTERSON'S SEED STORE 45-47-49 Wabaih Ave , Chicago. Seedsmen, Plantsmen, Nurserymen Florists' Supplies We can supply everything used by the Florist. SUPPLY CATALOG FREE. ' Cor- respondcrcc solicited. POEHLMANN BROS. CO. 33-35-37 Randolph St., • CHICAGO CUT FLOWERS Greenhouses, - Morton Qrove. IIL Rice Brothers I IS N. 6tll Street, HDMNEAPOLIS, HINN. WHOLESALE FLORISTS and SUPPLIES CUT FLOWERS receiTtd twice daily, tad can fill Sior orders to your satisfaction. A complete line of •idy Greens— WILD SMILAX, BOXWOOD, ■ARDY FANCY FERNS, GALAX LEAVES. Write for quotaliona on large quantitiea. In ordering goods please add "I saw It In HORTICULTURE." WELCH BROS. AMERICAN BEAUTY, KILLARNEY. RICMnOND. HARYLAND AND ALL THE SUPERIOR ROSES, LILY OP THE VALLEY, CARNATIONS, ORCHIDS 226 Devonshire Street, Boston, Wla««. WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKETS— "'^■^ ""'^^^WS'EinRs .nlv CHKAOO J"'y 5 I TWm CITIES I I July 5 I PHZLA. July 6 BOSTOB July 8 ROS&S Am. Beauty, Fancy asd Special.. ** Exua No. I •' Lower grades Bride,'Maid, Golden Gate. F. & S. " '* Lower grades KlHaroey, Fan. & Sp ' ' Lower grades Ricfamoad, Fancy & Special ** Lower grades Chateaay My Maryland OARNATIONS Fancy Ordiaary MISOELUANEOUS Cattlcya£ Lli«s U^ o* the Valley Mignonette Sweet Peas Gardenias Peoniei Daisies Stocks Snapdragon AdtazittHD Sa^n Atpank^us Plumoauc, strings " '* ft Spren. (loo bchs.) 35.00 so 00 15.00 4.00 4.00 3.00 5. 00 3.00 5.00 3.00 3.00 4. CO 1. 00 •50 30.0c 35.0c 30.0C 10.00 6.0c 4.00 8.00 4.00 8.00 4.00 6.00 6.00 bo a.co to 1.00 40.00 to l.oo s.oo .50 3.00 •35 9 oo 3 00 ■75 13 00 50.00 20.0G 50.00 I3.CO 4.00 4.0c X.OO 50.00 6.00 1. 00 3.C0 8. CO 1. 00 1 5.0c 60 00 50.00 26.00 30. 00 15.00 8.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 4.00 3 00 .75 40 00 10.00 3.00 3.CO •75 3.00 1.00 4.00 5.00 1. 00 15.00 30.00 30.00 30.00 35.00 3C.OO 15.00 8.0c 6.00 10. OC 6.0c 8.00 6 00 8.00 3 00 I 50 60.0c 13.50 4.00 4.00 I.CC 50. CO 6.CO 6. CO 8.00 1.50 30.ro 50.0c 50 00 15.00 10. CO 6.00 4. CO 6. CO 1.50 6.00 I 50 6.00 to to to to to to to to to 2.ce to 10.00 3.00 5« 10.00 3. 00 1.00 .20 6.00 3.00 ■50 3. CO 2.ro •75 lO.CO 35.00 25.00 3 00 I.C ( 50.0c 13 50 4.00 4.0c 50 35.00 6 00 1.00 4.C0 6.0c I. CO 12.50 50. CO 50.00 ae.oo 13. 00 4.00 2.00 3.00 •50 6.00 .50 6.00 .50 .50 ■50 .75 ■•5 30.00 6.00 1.00 1. 00 2.00 •50 ■75 a. 00 ■75 13. 00 • 5.00 t5**« 35.1 I5'< 40.CO 8, CO 3.00 3.00 •33 4.00 75 1. 00 4.M 1.35 I5.c» 5«.o« •S.5« J.A.BUDLONG ~ street, CHICAGO. CUT FLOWERS 37-39 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. WHOLESALE Boses aDd A t^tedaUiy— •- 6R0WER Of Henry M. Robinson ]. Margolis Chas. Robinson HENRY M. ROBINSON & CO. WHOLESALE COMMISSION DEALERS IN CUT FLOWERS - FLORISTS' SUPPLIES AND HARDY CUT EVERGREENS 15 PHOVINCE ST., 9 CHAPMAN PLACE Long ri.«tance Telephones unCTniM M ACC 2617-2618 MAIN BUS 1 Ul>, DIAS». FLORISTS' SUPPLIES Send for Mew Catalogue H. Bayersdorfer & Go. 1129 ARCH ST., PHILADELPHIA. Prices Quoted In these Columns are for Dealers Only When Writine; to Advertisers Please Mention HORTICULTURE. July 10, 1909 HORTICULTURE ol JAV\ A Specii^l for the Grower Items Listed will be in Demand riglit after Planting Season. Every Grower shoyid see tiiat he is Well Supplied WIRE STAKES No. 10 Steel Wire Galvanized 9 foot Ptr ICO »-4J Per 1000 $,.o8 .< ■55 .65 .78 5 6 7- II 15 18 Pence Per jooo 4 foot ,.$0.88 $8.16 4K " • ■ I^-OO 9-20 5 " .. I.I3 10.23 6 " . . 1.30 12.25 6J4 " • • 1.40 13.28 No. 8 Steel Wire Galvanized For staking American Beauty and other strong Roses. Per loo Per 1000 Per 100 Per 1000 4Kfoot..$i S5 2 foot... $0.55 a}4 " ■.. .70 3 " • ■ • .80 3K •'— .95 4 ••- I. 10 $5.25 6.50 7.50 goo lO.CO S. S. PENNOGK - MEEHAN CO., The 1.40 1.60 9.00 2.25 $11.50 13.00 15.50 18.00 20.50 I GALVANIZED FLORISTS' WIRE (In roll.) Used extensively by the growers as suppoits ii.r rose plants, etc. It is heavily galvarized and will not rust. Put up in la lb. rolls (i stone). No. 16, per stone. .$c.8o 18 19 .90 1. 00 1.05 No. 21, per stone. ".$1.10 ■• 1.15 • - 1.20 .. 1.25 23 =4 Washington Store, 1212 New York Arenue Store closes (! p. m WHOLESALE FLORISTS Philadelphia 1608-1620 Ludlow Street Flower Market Reports. WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKETS.- The market situation re- BOSTON mains about as it was last week. Summer re- sort business has not yet come to life and local demand is very quiet. Qual- ity of material is not up to mark ex- cept in the case of Kaiserin roses and sweet peas. The latter are very fine, but there are many more than the mar- ket can use and prices are very low, while a great proportion are left un- sold. Carnations have never been worse than at present. The first part of the past BUFFALO week there was little or no business, but the quantity of stock, especially carnations, came in heavy supply with no outlet. Quality was rather good tor the season of the year and prices ridiculously low, and the larger portion not sold at any price. Beauties also have been on the "can led along list" and no demand whatever. Bridesmaids and Bride are small, while Kaiserin. Carnot, Reid and Detroit are fine and at times not enough can be had. Killarney is hold- ing out well but comes in tight buds no larger than Bonsilene. Peonies are over and candidum lilies are on, while sweet peas have been a glut for a week past. Good heavy rains are in demand by the growers and would no doubt help the market somewhat should the atmosphere cool down and give the stock a chance to arrive in better con- dition. Nothing very encourag- CHICAGO ing can be said of the cut flower market in Chicago at this time. The season is closed and plenty of time is at the disposal of the florist to look over their last year's sales and make plans for the year to come. Many are ready to admit that the volume of business this season has been far ahead of that (Jone last year. The glut of flowers still continues, though it must be understood that it is a glut of poor stock. Really good stuff is decidedly scarce. Roses are on short stems and small. Good carnations are practically out of the question. Some very fair Beauties are seen, but not in abundance. Out-door sweet peas are backward on account of the weather. Commencements and the DETROIT extensive call for wed- ding flowers having passed, summer dulnesss is being felt CISOONATI July 5 DBTnoiT PBR IM. TO DEALBRB OWLY. aUPPALO July s itoaes Am. Beauty, Fan. and Sp " Extra No.i " Lower grades Bride, 'Maid, Golden Gate, F. & S. '* '* Low, gr Killamey, Fan. &Sp " Lower grades Richmond, Fancy & Special " Lowergrades Chalenay My Maryland PITT8BURC July 6 :arnations FazKy and Novelties ■ Ordkiary MlSCELLANEOUe Cattleyas Lilies Uly of the Valley. . . Mignonette Sweet Peas Gardenias Peonies Daisies Stocks. Snapdragon Adicuitiim SmUax Aftparagus Ptumosufi, strings. ao.oo 15.00 10.00 400 400 3.00 5.00 3.00 6.00 to 3.00. to 4.00 to to to 35 CO 10. CO 3.00 2.00 ■ 35 35 2.C0 2.00 10. CO 40.00 to . to : Spren. (lOo bchs.) I ao.co to to to 25.*o 3O.O0 13.00 6 00 6.00 4.00 O.oo 4.00 8. CO 4 CO 6.00 2.00 1.50 50.00 12.00 4.0C 3.00 •50 •50 3. CO 3.CO 1.00 I3.CO 50.00 25.00 20.00 18. OS 13.00 3.00 4.00 3.00 4.00 2.00 4.00 2,00 4.00 2.00 I 00 35.00 12.50 3.00 .50 ■«5 so.oo 4.C0 • »5 1. 00 1. 00 1. 00 15.00 30.00 30,00 all around. One or the other may be rushed occasionally, but this has little influence on the enormous quantities of stock which are now daily dumped into this market. While prices are being quoted they are not firm at all, and any call in quantity creates differ- ent prices. The better quality of roses are the only exception. Outdoor flowers like larkspur, etc., furnish an agreeable change in filling baskets, etc., as also a great assistance in win- dow trimming. .Tune 28 to July PHILADELPHIA 3, Early in the week there was quite a little spurt in the Beauty market, but conditions became more normal later as the new crop flow- ers became gradually more plenti- ful. The features of the week were the High and Normal fchool commencements, and the Durham funeral. For the latter 134 pieces were sent b\- 22 of the leading retail houses. Such an avalanche of flowers it was quite out of the question to send to the cemetery. Jfost of them went to the hospitals. This was an object les- son in how to overdo things, which in the long run is bad for the -business. White roses were at a premium in consequence. ' Kaiserins were good but as a rule white roses are off crop and poor. My Maryland is coming in more freely, and as a rule the quality is all that can be desired. Killarney has fallen off more than ever and we are still getting the best stock from the East. Liberty is only fair and Rich- mond, dismally undesirable. Carna- tions are steadily running down. Even the vanguard of the outdoor crop is under grade as yet, on account of the protracted hot spell. Crocker is the principal variety so far. Lily of the valley has been quite scarce — like good white roses, and mainly for the same reason. The demand for cattleyas fell off, and these have dropped a notch in quoted figures. Greenhouse-grown glad- ioli are nearly over, and out-door flow- ers from now on will hold the stage. The latter are selling fairly well so far. Sweet peas went down hill very badly on account of the weather. Water lilies and Japanese irises are more plentiful and are in good de- mand for artistic and seasonable ef- fects in room and table decorations. Lilies are particularly good and the demand steady and healthy. On the whole it has been a good week, not- withstanding the enormous amount of interior stock arriving and for which there was no sale. (Cctttitii/ed en /tigt S3) .62 H O KT IC U LTURE, July 10, -l909 FORD BROTHERS 48 West 28th Street NEW YORK lEROSEUHGlMiS A Full Line of All CUT FLOWERS Telephone, S870 or 38U Madison Square H. E. FROMElvrr Wholesale Commission Florist, Choice Cut Flowers, 57 West 28th St. :: NEW YORK Telephones : 2200, 2201 , Madison Square. Alfred H. Langjahr All choice cnt-flowers in season. Send for quotations. Correspondence with shippers of first-class stock invited. 55 West 28th Street, New York Telephones 4€26-4627 MadlBon Square Edward C. Horan Wholesale Florist 55 WEST 28th ST. Tel. }^«2 n^i^„ Square NCW YOrfc PHILIP F. KESSLER 55 & 57 W. 26th St., New York. CUT FLOWERS WHOLESALE Open from 5 a. m. 4o 6 p. m. Sunday till 10 a. m. FINEST LILIES IN THE MARKET. Tel. 5243 and 2921 Madison Square. JOHN YOUNG WHOLESALE FLORIST Finest American Beauties and Carnations 51 West 28 St. - NEW YORK FRANK MILLANG Wholesale Florist 55-57 West 26tli St., NEW YORK Shipment^, any qnantity, Whole- gale Market Rates. Greater Ne-w YorK Florists* Association, Inc. Now Open for Gut Flower Consignments 162 Livingston Street, BROOKLYN, N. Y. Geo. W. Crawbuck Telephone Connection Manager 3642-43 Main Moore, Henfz & Nash Wholesale Commission Florists 55 and 57 West 26th Street New York Telephone No. 756 Madison Square MILLANG BROS. WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS 41 West 28th Street Telephones I^^J Madison NEW YORK JOHN I. RAYNOR Wholesale Commission Florist SELLING AGENT LARGEST CROW FOR ■ ERS 2 A full line of Choice Cut Flower Stock for all purposes. Comprises every variety ^ grown for New Vork market, at current prices ■ 49 West 28th St., New York City " TEL. 1998 HADISON SQUARE Walter F. Sheridan Wholesale CommU$ion Dealer in CHOICE GUT FLOWERS 39 West 28th Street, Hem York Telephone : 3S32-3S.13 Madison Square HEADQUARTERS FOR NOVELTIES ORCHIDS A SPECIALTY THK HICMCST GRADE OF VALLEY ALWAVS ON HAND GARDENIAS, DAISIES, ROSES AND CARNATIONS JAMES McMANUS, ysYiiX 42 W-. 28th St., New York NEW YORK QUOTATIONS PER 100. To Dealers Only ROSES AND CARNATIONS Ame rlcan Beauty , Fancy and Special • • * ' Extra No. I ** '* Lower Grades Bfide, '/laid, Golden Gate, Fancy and Special. " *' Lower Grades Klllarney, Fancy and Special ' * Lower Grades Richmond, Fancy and Special ' ' Lower Grades Chatenay Hy naryland -- Carnations , Fancy and Novelties. " Ordinary and White Last Half of Week ending July 3 1909 S.oo to 15.00 5.00 to 8.00 2.00 to 4.00 to .5^ 2. 00 to 4.00 10 .50 3.00 to 6.00 to .50 3.00 to 5.00 to .50 .JO to 5.00 ■50 to s.oo 1. 00 to a. 00 to .50 Hrst Hiilf of Weak beginning July S 1909 xo.oo to 5.00 to 2.00 to .50 to 4 00 to .50 to 3.00 to . 50 to 4.00 to .50 to .50 to .50 to X 00 to .40 to 8.00 ■ -0O 6.00 a, 00 6 00 2.00 6.00 2.00 6.00 2.00 .50 Alexander J. Guttman THE WHOLESALE FLORIST OF NEW YORK 34 WEST 28tH STREET PHONES. 1064>-16<>5 MADl.VON SQUARE ENOUGH SAID CENTRALLY LOCATED, THE HUB OF THE I FLOWER MARKET SECTION ' CHARLES MILLANG Wholesale Florist 444 Sixth Ave., NEW YORK Telephone 7062 Madison GEORGE COTSONAS & CO. Wholesale and Retail Dealers In all kinds of Fancy and Dagger Ferns Bronze and Green Qalax Main Store 50 "W. 28 St. Phone 120. Mad. Sq. NCW York GROWERS' CUT FLOWER CO. z,:s:r VIOLETS, CARNATIONS, ROSES ORCHIDS, CHRYSANTHEIVIUIVIS, LILIES Consignments Solicited. Shipmejits'to Order, an/ Distance 39 West 28th Street, - ^tTco'^K Ma^'g'?"" ■.NEW- YORK Durand & Marohn MANUFACTURERS OF All Kinds of Wire Work Florists' Wire Designs a Specialty 24BeaverSt., ALBANY, N.Y. WILLIAM H. KUEBLER Brooklyn's Foremost and Best WHOLESALE COMMISSION HOUSE A First Class Market for all CUT FLOWERS 28 Willoughby St., Brooklyn, N. Y. Tel. 4591 Main July 10, 1909 HORTICULTURE oS; «i^- M O T I C E i _^ . II Hl| HH I I WHOLESALE FLORISTS Manhattan Flower Market «!;2 ? uLur Ship us some stock. We need a large supply of all kinds of flowers, Roses, Carnations, Sweet Peas, Narcissus, Summer Stock, etc.. for our new store. Reliability and responsibility first-class. Good prices and prompt returns, Good opportunity. WHOLESALE FLORISTS B4 West 28th St. NEW YORK t SB69 UiulHem •» A. L YOUNC & CO. RECEIVERS & SHIP PERS OF CUT FLOWERS. OONSIQNMEUTS tOUOItt^ 122 West 2Sth St., ^ew York Florists' Supplies We manufacture all our letal Designs, Baskets, Wire Work & Novelties and arc dealers in llassware Decorative Greens and Florists Requisites MICHIGAN CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE, Inc. WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS Consignments Solicited Hardy Fancy Fern Our Specialty 38-40 BROADWAY, DETROIT. MICH. FOR FLORISTS' USE There 8 [SJOTH I iNQ ^sgoodas MEYER'S SILKALINE Don't let them sell you anything else JOHN C.nEYER & CO., Boston.nass. WILLIAM F.KASTING CO. WHOLESALE FLOR/STS 383-387 Ellicott Street BUFFALO, ■ N. Y. ROBERT J. DYSART Public Accountant and Auditor Simple methoda of correct acconntlng especially adapted for florlsta' as*. Books Balanced and Adjusted Merchants Bank BuUdlag 28 STATE STREET, - BOSTON TelepboDe. Main S8. KRICK'S FLORIST NOVELTIES Manufacturer and Patentee of the Per- fect Adjustable Pot Handle or Hanger, Perfect Adjustable Plant Stands and the ' rigihal Genuine Immortelle Let- ters, etc. Every Letter Marked. 1164-66 Greene Av.. Brooklyn, N.Y. For Sale by all Supply Houses Wired TootJipiclts Manufactured by W. J. COWEE, BERLIN, N. Y. $1.75; 50,000 $7.50. Sample fiw, For sale by dealers FLOWER MARKET REPORTS. {Cuittifttied from page 5/I Trade is very quiet. NEW YORK This is a sort of chest- nut but we are expect- ed to pass it out once a week, all the same. There are plenty of carnations on all sides, such as they are, but it is gratifying to be able to report that the quantity of roses coining in daily is rapidly diminishing. As to quality the less said abolu the most of them the better. .^11 other regular stock is in normal supidy. As to prices — catch-as-catch can. PHILADELPHIA NOTES. S. S. Pennock and family are sum- mering at Ocean City, X. J. Harry May and family held the fort at Waretown over the Fourth. During July and August Michell's seed stores will close daily at 5 p. m., Saturdays 1 p. m. Ed. Upton, late of Lilly & Upton, dissolved, is taking a rest in the mean- 1887 ESTABLISHED KEEPING OPEN HOUSE THIS SUMMER TO RECEIVE CONSIGNMENTS OF .\LL CUT FLOWERS IN SEASON TOP PRICE AND PROMPT RETURNS 106 W. 28th St., N.Y. Tel. IB! Madison Sn. Open 6 A. Wl. Daily. TOP PRICE AND PROMI J. K. ALLEN NEW YORK QUOTATIONS PER 100. To Dealers Only^ MISCELLANEOUS Cattley as LiHM Lily of the Valley Daisies (per bunch) Stocks (per bunch) Sweet l^eas (per loo bunches). Qardenjas Adlantum SmHax Asparagus Plumosus, strings " *' & Spjeo. (loo bchb)- Last Half of Weeli ending ;uly 3 \m to.oo to 35.00 I, GO to 3.00 .50 to 3.C0 .10 to ■IJ .c8 to .10 1. 00 to 4. CO 5.00 to 30.00 .50 to ■ 75 8.00 to 12.00 20.00 to 30.00 10.00 to 25.00 FlritH«lfo«W«* baglnnlnKlulyS 1909 15.00 3.00 1.00 x.oo 5.00 50 3oo 20.00 15.00 35.00 S-0» 2.fl> .15 .10 4.00 25.0: 75 12.00 30. 00 25.0c time. His future movements will de- pond on circumstances. Frank Polites has been having an enjoyable time in Pittsburg. Youngs- town, Cleveland, and other points cur- ing the past two weeks. Wm. K. Harris has been confined to bis room for over a week. General debility, probably caused by the hot weather. He expects to be about again in a few days. J, Wm. Coltlesh is an ardent patriot but his enthusiasm has limits. He ob- jects to having his place burned down even if it is the glorious Fourth. Hence the hurty call for the fire bri- gade to save his wagon shed. G. S. Faulkner, florist. 138 South 151 h street, is temporarily located on oppo- site side of street (137) during rebuild- ing. About Sept. 1st he will occupy his old location— excepting that capac- ity will be doubled and he will have the corner store of the new building. W. F. Gude, Washington, D. C, was a week-end visitor and made it all up with the Commodore for not being at Waretown on the 25th ult. He also gave some good advice anent the I outes to the convention which will prove of value to our local delegation. W. Atlee Burpee sails for Europe on Saturday, the 10th inst.. to attend the sweet pea exhibitions and visit the in- teresting horticultural centers. His firm will disseminate four new Spen- cers this year. These are said to be a distinct advance on anything .yet in- troduced. We will have something more to say about them a little later. Wm. Falck sailed on Saturday, July ?,. from New York. His departure from Pennock Bros, was signalized by much effusion and many souvenirs. Almost every employe had some good token to add to the pile. The master- piece was a decorated vessel filled with the light wine of Kentucky. However good the contents, it will be many a year before same will be sampled. The outside decorations of this receptacle were unique, fifteen or twenty artists having taken part in producing the harmonious whole, topped off with a bow of red, white and blue ribbon. ^4 tlORTlCUUTURl- July 10, 1909 Buyer's Directory and Ready Reference Guide Advertisements under this head, one cent a word. Initials count as words. Display advertisers in tliis Issue are also listed under this classification without charge. Reference to List of ^'''^!r! raUin'f totnrwhttThrwa^rin this list will confer a favor h/wriUng us and we will try to put them in communication with reliable dealera. ^ AOOOUKTAIfT R. J. Dysart, 28 State St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. ASIAMTirMS .Godfrey Astbmann, 101- West Outario St., PLiladolpLia, Pa. For page see List ot Advertisers. AQULLEOIAS Aaulleglas. Geuuine Coerulea, fluest of all. Hoth plants and seeds from the Ueart of the Kockies. C. S. Harrisons Select Nursery, York, Neb. ARAUCARIAS A. Leuthy & Co., Perkius St. Nurseries, Kosliudale, Mass. •For page see List of Advertisers. Godfrey Aschmaun, 1U12 West Outario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List ot Advertisers. ASPARAGUS Charles H. Totty, Madison N. J. Asparaitus I'lumosa and Spreugeri. J. H. Uauu i*c Sou, WestUeld, N. Y. For pajje see List of Advertisers. _ Aspara;.'Us i)luuiosus nanus, stiong plants, from L", ill. pots, $3.00 per luu; l|;:;.J.iAi per li«;'). .Si-iiiliugs at ^l.UU per luu; .fu.uu per llHiU. Kr.iul; jS. Ksk<'sen, Madison, N. J. ASTERS. J. C. ScunUdt, Bristol, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. BAJUBOO OANES lokohama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay Street, New York. Bamboo Sticks, Colored Green. For page see List ot Advertisers. BAT TREES. 2000 Bay and Box Trees In all sizes, Pyramid and Standards. Write for list. Julius Koehrs. Kutherford, N. J. BEDDING FLA.NTS A. Leuthy & Co., Perkins St. Nurserlea, RosUndale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. BEGONIAS Godfrev Aschmann. 1012 West Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Thomas Roland, Nahaot, Mass. Begonia Glolre De Lorraine. For page see List of Advertisers. J. H. Dann & Son, Westfield, N. ¥. Bejrouia *Kex, For page see List of Advertisers. Q. AscbmauD, 1012 W. Outario St., Phila- delphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. B. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., White Marsh, Maryland. For page see List ot Advertisers. ^. K. I'ierson Co., Tarrvto\vu-ou-liiuisou, X. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. A. N. Pivrson. Inc., Cromwell, Conn. For page see List of Advertisers, L M. Rayner, Greenport, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Whltter0 per Ion. Fuchsias, single and double, iiii.vcd .Si,i in.. $o.00 per 100. Geranium Trego. .laiiMn, \'iaud and La Favorite. 3^4 Iil, $3.00 per 100. Heliotropes, Sy- In., $.'1.00' [ler ion. Daisies. (Paris) white, 3 In., .$2.50 per 100. ivy. Parlor (or Ger- mau). 3 in.. $2.50 per loo. Lobolkis 2% ■In.. $2.00 per lOO. I'oliiiii.is. single, finest mixture, 2\i, and 3 in., .$2.00 per loo. Sal- via P.onflrc'. 21/2 in., $2.00: SVi In., $4.00 per 100. Verbena.s. Vaughau's best mixture, ?V6 In., $2.00 per 100. F. SOKOL, Worces- iter, Mass. Now ready for delivery. Begonia Glolre de Lorraine, strong, healthy stuff, all propatafed from leaf cuttings, and ready tor 3 and 4 Inch pots; $15.00 per 100, $140.00 per 1000. New winter flowering Begonia •■I'res. Taft." Awards— Bronze Medal. S. A. F., Chicago, Nov., 1908; Certificate of Merit by Pittsburg and Allegheny Florists' Club, Newport, R. I., Horticultural Society, and New York Florists' and Gardeners' Club. This beautiful winter-flowering Be- gonia originated in our nurseries about two years ago; It is stronger, sturdier and more beautiful than any ot its predecessors. In color It is similar to Agatha; it Is free and continuous flowering from November to April; each flower the size of a silver dol- lar. $4.00 per dozen, $25.00 per 100. Cash with order from unknown correspondents. J. A. Peterson, McUenry Ave., Westwood, Cincinnati, O^. BOII.ERS The W. W. Castle Co., 170 Summer St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. "boilers. "Burnham" Boilers made for greenhouse heating. Lord & Burnham, 1133 Broadway, N. Y. Kroeschell Bros. Co., 35 Erie St., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. BOOKS Pronunciation of Plant Names, sent for ^11 cents, postpaid, by HORTlCULTUBt) PPB. CO., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. BOX\irOOD TREES New England Nurseries, Inc., Bedford, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Tarrytown-on- The F. R. rierson Co., Hudson, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. BniI.DING MATEBIAI. BUILDING MATERIAL of ail descrip- tion for All Cypress, Semi-Iron. Iron Frame or Truss Houses. Hot Bed Sash and Frames. Lord & Burnham Co., 1133 Broad- way, N. Y. BHI^S AND TUBERS Joseph Breck & Sons, 47-54 N. Market St., Bostou. Dutch and French Bulbs. For page see List of Advertisers. J. M. Ihornburn & Co., 33 Barclay St, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. A T. Itoddington, 342 \V. 14th St., N. Y. For page see List ot Advertisers. Rlckards^ Bros^^ .17 East lOth St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. IITF. Michell CoT,' Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. BUIiBS AND TUBERS — Continued A. Milting Calla Lily Bulb Co., Santa Cruz, Calif. Calla Bulbs. For page see List ot Advertisers. BULBS. —This ad. is our drummer. We certainly have got them and they are O. I^ in size and condition owing to cold and damp spring. And the prices are right- delivered to you at 50 per cent, below Dutch bulbs, and being acclimated they flower ten days sooier. They are true, sound, clean, dry, healthy, selected stock. A postnl will bring you all details as to varieties to plant or force, with cultural directions. U'Alcorn, The Southern Daffo- dil Farm, Portsmouth, \ a. Where the fine Emperors come fro'.n. ^ caEadiums F R I'ierson Co., Tai-r\ ti'wn-on-Hudson, N. Y. Fuv page see List of Advertisers. CANNAS The F. R. Plerson Co., Tarrytown-on- Hudson, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. J. H. Dann & Son, Westfield, N. Y. For page see List of Advertlsera. Whlttet & Co., Lowell, Mass. CARNATIONS F. Dorner & Sous Co., Lafayette, Ind. Carnations tor Immediate Delivery. For page see List of Advertisers. Chicago Carnation Co., Jollet, 111. Mary Tolman. For page see List of Advertisers. T. J. Grey & Co., 32 and 33 So. Market St., Boston. For page see List of .Vdvertlsers. Yokohama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Ralph M. M'.ard .^- Co., 12 W. Broadway. New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Schlegel & Fottler Co., 26 & 27 S. Market St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Wood Bros., Flshklll, N. Y. Carnations, Rooted Cuttings. The E. G. Hill Co., Richmond, Ind. Carnation Cuttings. For page see List of Advertisers. Poehimaun Bros. Co., Morton Grove, III. For page see List of Advertisers. Elmer~I). Smith & Co., Adrian, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. CHRYSANTHEMUMS E. G. Hill Co., Richmond, Ind. For page gee List of Advertlsera. C. H. Totty, Madison, N. J. For page Bee List of Advertlsera. Wood Bros., Flshklll, N. Y. Chrysanthemums Rooted Cuttings. For page see List of Advertisers. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, IlL For page see List of Advertlserg. Elmer D. »mitn & Co., Adrian, Midi. For page see List of Advertisers. I. M. Rayner, Greenport, L. I., N. Y. For p! ge see List of Advertisers. ~75,0O0^ransplanted chrysanthemum cut- tings roadv to bench: Opah, Kalb. Estelle, Pacific, Cremo, Yellow Jones, Monrovia, Whilldiu, Ualllday, Bounafton, Bailey, $1.25, 100; $12.00, 1000. T. W. Baylls & Sons, West Grove, Pa. "Herriugton's book on the Chrysanthe- mum mailed to your address for 50c., by Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. Chrvsanthcmums. For sale, cheap for cash, '3000 plants in 2>4 In pots, and 2000 lu 3 Inch. Leading varieties. Fine stock. Samuel Kinder, Bristol, R. 1. ^ COAL FOR GREENHOUSE USE Badcr Coal Co., Board of Trade Bldg., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. COIiEUS A. Leuthy & Co., Perkins St. Nurserle*. RosUndale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. For List of Advertisers See Page 59 July 10, 19(J9 HORTICULTURE 55 CONIFERS John Waterer & Sons, Ltd., Amerlcau Nursery, Bagshot, Eng. For page see List of Advertisers. CROTONS 'I'he F. R. Pieison Co., Tarrytown-on- Hudson, N. Y. For paije see List of Advertisers. OUT FLOWER BOXES. Edwards Folding Box Co., PLUadelphla. For page see List of Advertisers. Folding cut flower boxes, the best made. Write for list. Holton & Hunkel Co., Mil- waukee, Wis. CYCAS REVOLUTA Wliittet & Co., Lowell, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. DAHUAB David Herbert & Son, Atco, N. J. Peacock Dahlia Farms, Willlamstown Junc- tion, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. WUmore's Uahlla Manu.nl will be mailed for twenty-five cents by HOBTICULTUBB PUBLISHING COMPANY, 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. DECORATIVE PLANTS A. Leutby A: Co., Perkins St., Nurseries, Roslindale, Mass. Imported Plants for Fall Delivery. For page see List of Advertisers. Godfrey Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. The Geo. Wittbold Co., 1657 Buckingham Place, Chicago, III. For page see List of Advertisers. Robert Craig Co., Market and 49th Sts., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Stuart X^ow & Co., Bush Hill Park, Enfield, Middlesex, Eng. For page see List of Advertisers. John Scott, Brooklyn. N. Y. For pa,i'e see Lisr of Advertisers. ELECTRIC CIRCULATORS The W. W. Castle Co., 170 Summer St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. EVERGREENS New England Nurseries, Bedford, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Evergreens. Send 25 cents in stamps for complete work on propagating and f rowing Evergreens. C. S. Harrison's elect Nursery, York, Neb. ' FERNS A. Leuthy & Co., Roslindale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. H. H. Barrows & Son, Whitman, Mass. Nephroclepis Maguiflca. For page see List of Advertisers. John Scott, Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Frank Oechslln. 2570-2606 W. Adams St., Chicago. Ferns for Dishes. For page see List of -Advertisers. The Geo. Wittbold Co., 16.57 Buckingham Place, Chicago, HI. For page see List of Advertisers. Godfrey Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., I'hiladelphla. For page see List of Advertisers. Jardiniere Ferns. 6-7 best varieties, $3.50 per 100; $30.00 per 1000. Rose Hill Nurse- ries, New Rochclle, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Anderson's ferns for In and outdoors. Largest commsrclal collection iu the coun- try. Ask for descriptive catalogue. J. F. Anderson, Fern Specialist, Short Hills, N. J. FERTILIZERS I'-.ilverlzed M.inure Co., 31 Union Stock Yards. Chicago, III. Wizard Brand Sheep and Shi'edded Cattle Manure. Bowker Fertilizer Co., Boston, Mass. All Forms of I'lant Food at First Hands. For page see List of .\dvertlsers. FI.ORAL PHOTOGRAPHS Floral Photographs. Foley's. 226-228 1-2 Bowery, New York. FLORISTS' LETTERS. Boston Florist Letter Co., 66 Pearl St., Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. W. C. Krick, 1164-66 Greene Ave., Brook- lyn, N. Y. Immortelle Letters. For page see List of Advertisers. FLORISTS SUPPLIES N. F. McCarthy & Co., 84 Hawley St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. H. M. Robinson & Co., 15 Province St. and 9 Chapman Place, Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Heed & Keller, 122 W. 25th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. II. Bayersdorfer & Co., 1129 Arch St., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. S. S. Pcniock-Meehan Co., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. FI.O'WER POTS W. H. Ernest, 2Sth and M Sts., Washington, D. C. For page see List of Advertisers. A. H. Hews & Co., Cambridge, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. HlIflnger'BrosTFtrEdward.^N.^Y. For page see List of Advertisers. The Peters & Reed Pottery Co., Red Pots, Seed Pans, etc. Zanesville, O. We make Standard Flower Pots, etc. Write us when In need. Wllraer Cope & Bro. Lincoln University, Chester Co., Pa. Syracuse Pottery Co.. Syracuse, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. FRUIT TREES Dwarf Fruit Trees, by F. A. Waugh, mailed to your address for 55 cents bj Horticulture I'ublishing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. GALAX Michigan Cut Flower Co., 38 and 40 Broad way, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. George Cotsonas & Co., 50 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. _ Rice Bros.. 115 N. 0th St., Minneapolis, Minn. For page see List of Advertisers. H. M. Robinson & Co., 15 Province St. and 9 Chapman Place, Boston. GARDEN HOSE Revere Rubber Co.. Boston, MaM. For pag} see List of Advertisers. GERANIUMS R. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. New and Standard Varieties. For page see List of Advertisers. Godfrey Aschmann, Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. F. I:, riersou Co., Tarrytown-on-Hudson, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. GLASS Boston Plate & Window Glass Co.,. Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. GLASS — Continued Standard Plate Glass Co., 26-30 Sudbury St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co.. Western Ave., betweea 25th & 26th Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Sharp. Partridge & Co.. 22d & Lumber Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Parshelsky Bros., Inc., 59 Montrose Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Metropolitan Material Co., 1.S92-1402 Metio- politan Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. glass. John- Greenhouse glass, lowest prices ston Gl.ass Co., Hartford City, Ind. Glass." Hlsh Grade, Double Thick Green- house Glass. Lord & Burnham, 1133 Broad- way, N. Y. GLAZING POINTS H. A. Dreer, Philadelphia, Pa. Peerless Glazing Point. For page see List of Advertisers. GLAZING POINTS, Lord & Burnham. Special Glazing Nails (Points). Lord ft Burnham, 1133 Broadway, N. Y. GREENHOUSE BUILDING MATE- RIAL Lord & Burnham Co., 1133 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Plerson U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. A. T. sTearns Lumber Co., Neponset, Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. King Construction Co., N. Tonawanda, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Hllchlngs & Co., mo Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. J. C. Monlnger Co., 117 East Blackhawk St., Chicago, 111. For page see List of Advertisers. Fole.v Mfg. Co., Western Ave., between 25th & 26th Sts.. Chicago. Peeky Cypress for Benches. For page see List of Advertisers. S. Jacobs & Sons. lS.59-6.1 Flushing Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. GREENHOUSE OONSTRUCIIOIT GREENHOUSE CONSTRUCTION, Seml^ Iron Greenhouse, New Truss Houses and Iron Frame Houses. Lord & Burnham, 1133 Broadway, N. Y. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., between 2oth & 26th Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Hitchings & Co., 1170 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. GREENHOUSE HOSE Revere Rubber Co., Boston, Mass. Revero Hose. For page see List of Advertisers. GUTTERS GUTTERS, Cast Iron Gutters, L. & B. Improved V Shaped Gutter with drip gut- ter attachment. Lord & Burnham, 1138 Broadway, N. Y. HAIL. INSURANCE Florists' Hall Asso. of America. .1. G. Eslcr, Saddle River, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. HARDY FERNS, MOSS AND GREENS H. M. Robinson ijc Co., 15 Province St. and 9 Chapman Place, Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, 38 and lO Broadway, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. G^oFge~~Cot3ouas & Co., 50 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. nice bTos., 115 N~6th St., Minneapolis, Minn. For page see List of Advertisers. In writing to Advertisers kindly mention Horticulture 56 HORTICULTURE July 10, 1909 HEATING APPAKATUS Lord & y.uinham Co., 1133 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Plerson U-i5ar Co., 1 ]vIadlson Sq., N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Kroeschell Bros. Co., 3.'5 Erie St., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. HEIiP FURNISHED Thos. H. Eambrick, 34 So. 7th St., Phlla. For page see List of Advei-tlsers. HERBACEOUS PERENNIALS P. OuwerkerU, P. O. No. 1, Hoboken, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. New England Nurseries, Bedford, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. The Geo. Wittl.old Co., 1657 Buckingham Place. Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. HOT-BED SASH The A. T. Stearns Lumber Co., Neponset, Mass. For page see LLst of Advertisers. Plerson D-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Lord .t Bunihani Co., 1133 Broadway, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co.. Western Ave., between 2.-)th & 26th Sts., Chicago. HTDF^NGEAS. The F. K. I'iersoQ Co., Tarrytown-oB- Hudson. N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. INSECTICIDES. Nlcoticide kills all greenhouse pests. P. K. Paletliorpe Co., Eleventh St., Owensboro, Ky. For page see List of Advertisers. Stumpp & Walter Co., 50 Barclay St., New York. Kilmdead Tobacco Dust. For page see List of Advertisers. P'Owker Insecticide Co., Boston, Mass, Insect Destrovini? Preparations. For page see List of Advertisers. Wm. Cooper & Nephews, 177 Illinois St., Chicago; Cyril Prancklvn, 62 Beaver St., New York, Agt. V 1 Fluid. Phila. Insecticide ' Co., 6117 Main St.. Gerruantown, Pa. Piiilman's Insect and Worm Destroyer: Nicotine. For pa;j:e see last of Advertisers. Eastern Chcjnlcal Co., Pittsburg St., Boston. "IMl" Soap Spray. For pa^^c see List of Advertisers. "The Fuinigating Kind Tobacco Pow- der"- The first on the market and the kind that has so many imitators, has our guar- antee tag of satisfaction or money back, and "The Moon Trade Mark" on every bag. $3.00 per 100 lbs. The H. A. Stoothotf Co., Mount Vernon, N. Y., makers and sellers. JAPANESE PluANTS Yokohama Nursery Co.. 31 Barclay St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. RENTIA8 Godfrey Aschmann, 10J2 W. Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. A. Leuthy & Co., Roslindale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. .Tos. Heacock Co., Wyncote. Pa. Homc-Gr^'\An, Established Plants. For page see List of Advertisers. O. V. Zangen, Hoboken, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. LILY OF THE VALLEY PIPS HJalmar Hartmann & Co., Langangstraeds 2(t, Copenhagen, Denmark. For page see List of Advertisers. MASTICA F. 0. IMerce Co., 12 W. Broadway, New lork. For page see List of Advertisers. MOON VINES Godfrey Aschmann, Philadelphia. Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. 'MUM CANES Wm. Elliott & Sons, 42 Vesey St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. MUSAS The F. R. Plerson Co., Tarry town-on- Hudson, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. MYRTLE Myrtle, blue for cemetery planting. $2.00 per 100; ifl7..-.0 per 1000. Geo. A. Dhonau, Station H.. Cincinnati, Ohio. NARCISSUS A. .Mittina- Calla l.ilv T.ulb Co., Santa Crnz, Calif. NavcissnM Allia 'jrandiflora. I'^or page S'^c List of Advertisers. NICO-FUME Kentucky Tobacco Product Co., Louisville, Ky. NURSERY STOCK John Waterer ,.^- Sons. Ltd., American Nursery, Bagshot, England. For page see List of Advertisers. P. Ouwerkcrk, 2itl .lane St., Weehawken Heights. N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. New England Nurseries, Inc., Bedford, Mass. For page see I,ist of Advertisers. W. & T. Smith Co., Geneva, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Manual of the Trees of North America, bv C. S. Sargent, mailed to your address for $6.00, by Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. TKEES, SHRUBS, ROSES, EVER- GREENS, PEONIES. HARDY PLANTS. BI.LWANGER & BAURY, Rochester, N. Y. ONION SETS Leonard Seed Co., Chicago, III. For page see List of Ad\i'rtisers. ORCHXD PLANTS Lager & Hurrell, Summit, N. J. Fresh Imported and Established Orchids For page see List of Advertisers. Sander, St. Albans, England. Importers. Exporters. Growers, Hybridists For page see List of Advertisers. Carrlllo & Baldwin, Secaucus, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. PALMS - Continued Co., Wyncote, Pa. .loseph UeacocK Home-Gro>vu Palms. For page see_List of Advertisers. GeoT Wlttbold Co., 16.57 Buckingham Place, Chicago. For_page see List of^ Adj^ertisers. O. V. Zangen," Hoboken, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. .lohii Scott. Krof.iilvn. .\. V. I'or page see List of Advertisers. Jos. A. Manda, 101 Valley Road, West Orange, N. J. Ordonez Bros., Madison, N. J., Box 105. Cattleya Mosslae. For page see List of Advertisers. Stuart Low & Co., Bush Hllf Park, Enfield, Middlesex, Eng. For page see List of Advertisers. Largest stock in the country. Ask for prices. Julius Roehrs, Rutherford, . N. J. Native Orchids. Hugo Kind, Hammon- ton, N. .L FAINT AND PUTTT PAINT AND PUTTY: Ideal Greenhouse Lead: Special Greenhouse Putty. Lord & Burnham, ll.'iS Broadway, N. Y. PALMS A. Leuthy A; Co., Perkins St. Nurseries, Rosli'idale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Robert Craig Co., Market and 49th Sts., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. PANSY SEED John Gor.ird, New Britain, Conn. Giant Pansy Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. PATENTS Siggers & Siggers. Washington, D. C. For page see List of Advertisers. FEAT Orchid Peat and Moss always on hand. Julius Rocbrs Co.. Rutherford, N. J. PEONIES Cottage Gardens Co., Inc., Queens, L. I., N. Y. Peonies for Fall Delivery. For page see List of Advertisers. Gilbert H. Wild, Sarcoxie, Mo. For page see List of Advertisers. Peonies only, by the wholesale— best 100 varieties. J. F. Roscnfleld, Westpoint, Nebr. One of the finest collections in America. Send 2.J .15. in stamps for new edition of Peony Manu.Tb C. S. Harrison's Select NnrseiT. York, Neb. PHLOXES Send 25 els. in stamps for Phlox Manual. Fine mixed phloxes, $2.00 per 100. C. S. HnrrUon's Select Nursery, York, Neb. PHOTOGRAPHS: DESIGNING: IL- LUSTRATING Geo E. Dow, 178 Washington St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. PIPE AND FirrniuB Foley Mfg. Co., between Western Ave. and 26th St.. Chicago, ^11. Kroeschell Bros. CoTSS^Erle St., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers- Albert & Davidson, 6.S-70 Troutman St., Brooklyn, N. Y. Pipes and Boiler Tubes. For page see List of Advertisers. PIPE AND FITTINGS. Cast Iron and Wrought Pipe, Valves, Elbows, Pipe Hooks, Automatic Air Headers, etc. Lord & Burn- ham, 1133 Broadway, N. Y. Metropolitan Material Co., 1392-1402 Met- ropolitan Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. PLANT STAKES Seele's TIelcss Plant Stakes and Trel- lises. H. D. Seele & Sons. Elkhart, Ind. POT HANGERS Pot hangers. Kramer's, $1 doz. by cxp., SI. 25 by nrall. I. N. Kramer & Son, Cedar Uaplds,' Iowa. PRIMULAS Primula obconlca grandiflora. Ronsdorfel Hybrids, the best strain in existence; com- pacta, Kennesina, purpnrescens. vlolacea, giaantea and five other varieties; strong plants from 2Vi In. pots, $3.00 per 100. Cash. Henry Schmidt, 408 Fulton St., Weehawken P. O., N. J. RESURRECTION PLANTS Writp for wholesale prices on resurrec- tion plants. Native I'lant Co., Marathon, Texas. RHODODENDRONS John Waterer & Sons, Ltd., American Nurscr.v, Bagshot, England. For page see List of Advertisers. P. Ouwerkerk, Hoboken. N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. For List of Advertisers See Page 59 July 10, 1909 HORTICULTURE 57 ROSES Robert Craig Co., Market and 4Qtb Bt«. Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. P. Onwerkerk, P. O. No. 1, Hoboken, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. The F. B. Plerson Co., Tarrytown-on-Hudson, N. T. White Klllarney. For page see List of Advertisers. Dltigee & Conard Co., West Grove, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Poeblmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, 111. For page see List of Advertisers. A. N. Plerson, Cromwell, Conn. Wblte Killarney, My Maryland, Ramblers. For page see List of Advertisers. W. &"t. Smith Co., Geneva, N. Y. American Grown Roses. For page see List of Advertisers. S. J. Renter & Son, Westerly, R. I. Own Root Roses. For p.ige see List of Advertisers. ~ Charles H. TottyTjUadlson, N~J. The Rose, by H. B. EUwanger; mailed for $1.30 by Horticulture, 11 Hamilton Place, Boston^ Hand Book of Cultural Notes on Roses Under Glass, by F. P. Brlgbam, mailed to your address for 25c., by Horticulture Pub- lishing Co.. 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. Roses, Maids and Rlchmonds, strong 4 In. stock, $8.00 per 100. American Beau- ties, 3 In. pots, $7.00 per 100; 3% in. pots, $8.00 per 100. Rose Hill Nurseries, New Rochelle, N. Y. RUBBER PLANTS F. I;. Plerson Co., . Tarrytown-ou-Hudson, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. SEED ORO'WERS Ujalmar Hartmann & Co. Cauliilowcr and Cabbage Seed. Langangstraede 20, Copenhagen, Denmark. For page see List of Advertisers. Federico C. Varela, Teneriffe, Canary Ids. Bermuda Onion Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. Francis Brill, Hempstead, L. 1.7 Nf Y'. Choice Vegetable Seeds. SEEDS T. J. Grey Co., 32 So. Market St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Breck & Sons, 51 and R2 N. Market St., Boston, Mass. For pEge see List of Advertisers. W. Atlee Burpee .V; Co., Phllartelpbla. For page see List of Advertisers. Arthur T. Boddlngton, .342 W. 14th St., New York. I'atisy Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. HJalmar Hartmann & Co.. Langangstraede 20, Copenhagen, Denmark. Cauliflower and Cabbage Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. Rlckards" Bros., 37~~E. 19th St., New York. For ])age see List of Advertisers. R. & J. Farquhar & Co.. 6-7 So. Market St., Boston. Mignonette Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. H. F. MicUell Co., 1018 Market St., Phlla. Primula Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. J. M. Thorburn & Co., 33 Barclay St., N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Leonard Seed Co., Chicago, 111. Beans, Peas, Sweet Corn. Onion. For page see List of Advertisers. Schlegel &■ Tf'ottler Co.. 26 & 27 So. Market St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. E. F. Winter.son Co., Chicago. Seeds for I'lantsnipn, Nurserymen, Seeds- men. For page see List of Advertisers. A. C. Zvolaiiek. Bound Brook, N. J. Winter Flowering Sweet Peas. For page see List of Advertisers. Seeds. Rocky Mountain Evergreen seeds in large or small quantities. C. S. Harrl- son's Select Nursery. York, Neb. Francis nril!7"Hemnstead, L. I., N. T. Choice Vegetable Seeds. SHRUBS The George Wlttbold Co., 1657 Buckingham Place, Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. SILKALiIlte John C. Meyer & Co., Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers S. A. F. TRADE EXHIBIT Wm. llurphv, Siipt, 311 Main St., Cincin- nati, O. For page see List of Advertisers. SPHAGNUM MOSS Ijive Sphagnum moss, orchid peat and orchid baskets always on hand. Lager & Hurrell, Summit, N. J. SPRAYERS Chas. J. Jager Co.. Boston. Deming Spray Pump. For page see List of Advertisers. S-WEET PEAS A. C. Zvolanek, Bound Brook, N. J. Winter Flowering. For page see List of Advertisers. TRAINED FRUIT TREES Stuart Low & Co., Bush Hill Park, Enfleld, Middlesex, Eng. For page see List of Advertisers. VEGETABLE PLANTS R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. For page see List of Advertisers. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. VENTILATING APPARATUS Pierson D-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., between 25th & 26th Sts., Chicago. The Advance Co., Richmond, Ind. For page see List of Advertisers. Quaker City Machine Co., Richmond, Ind. 20th Century Ventilating Arm. For page see List of Advertisers. VENTILATING MACHINERY, New Model encased, self-oiling gear; Standard Model Open Gear. Lord & Burnham, 1133 Broadway, N Y. VIOLETS. William Sim, Cilftondale, Mass. Boston and Princess of Wales Violets. For page see List of Advertisers. Maria Louise Violet plants, well rooted, grown on Tile benches, free from disease, selected stock, $15.00 per 1000. Ready for Immediate delivery. J. Vonder Linden, Rhinebeck, .N. Y. IVIRED TOOTHPICKS W. J. Cowee, Berlin, N. JT. For page see List of Advertisers. WERE'WORK Reed & Keller, 122 W. 25th St., N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Durand & Marohn, Albany, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. WIrework. Write for our catalogue. Holton & Hunkel Co.. Milwaukee, Wis. William E. Hellscher's Wire Works. 38-40 Broadway, Detroit, Mich. WIrework — Compare our prices with others. Seranton Florist Supply Co., 201 N. 7th St., Seranton, Pa. -WHOLESALE FLORISTS Bastam N. F. McCarthy .t Co., 84 Hawley St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. H. M. Robinson & Co.. 15 Province SF. and 9 Chapman PI., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Welch Bros.. 226 Devonshire St.. Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Tallby. Wellesle.v, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. WHOLESALE FLORISTS — Buffalo. N. Y. William F. Kasting Co., 383-87 Ellicott St., Buftalo, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Chioogo Chas. W. McKeller, 51 Wabash Ave., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Peter Relnberg, 51 Wabash Ave., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. E. F. Wluterson Co., 45-49 Wabash Ave.. Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. J. A. Budlong, 37.39 RaadoTpiT St., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. I'oehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, liL For page see List of Advertisers. Crom-well, Conn. A. N. Plei-son, Cromwell, Conn. For page see List of Advertisers. Detroit Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, 38 and 40 Broadway, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. Minueapolifl Rice Bros., 115 N. 6tb St., Mlnneapolla, Minn. For page see List of Advertisers. Naw York F'ord Bros., 48 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. H. E. Fromtut, 57 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Alex. J. Guttman, 34 W. 28tb St., Naw York. For page see List of Advertisers. E. C. Horan, 55 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. A. H. Laugjahr, 55 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. James McManus, 42 W. 28th St., New Yorlc. For page see List of Advertisers. John I. Raynor, 49 W. 28th St., New Yorlt. For page see List of Advertisers. W. F. Sheridan, 39 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Moore, Hentz & Nash, 55 and 57 W. 38th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Wm. H. Kuebler, 28 Wllloughby St., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Mlllang Bros., 41 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. John Young, 51 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Greater New York Florists' Association, 162 Livingston St, Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. 26th St., Nerw Advertisers. Frank Mlllang, 55-57 W. York. For page see List of Philip F. Kcssler, 55 & New York For page see List of 57 W. 26th St., Advertisers. L. Young & Co., 54 W. For page see List of 28th St., N. T. Advertisers. Growers' Cut Flower Co., 39 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. J. K. Allei, 106 W. 2Sth For page see List of St., New York. Advertisers. Charles Millang. 444 Sixth For page see List of Ave., New York. Advertisers. Manhattan Flower Market, New York For page see List of 46 W. 28th St., Advertisers. PbUsdelpbia W. a McKisslck & Bros., 1619-1621 Ban- stead St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Leo Niessen Co., 1209 Arch St., Philadel- phia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. The S. S. Pennoek-Meehan Co! 1608-18 Ludlow St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. In writing to Advertisers Jcindly mention Horticulture 58 HORTICULTURE July 10, 1909 Hew Offers in This Issue. ASTERS. Barnes' Gardens, Spencer, Ind. For page see List of Advertisers. FRENCH AND DUTCH BULBS. Schlegel & Fottler Co., 26 and 27 S. Market St.. Boston. For wage see List of Advertisers. GERANIUMS FOR WINTER BLOOM- ING. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. For page see List of Advertisers. PANSY SEED KENILWORTH STRAIN. Charles Frost, Kenilworth, N. J. For page .-jee List of Advertisers. PULLMAN'S INSECT AND WORM DESTROYER. Phlla. Insecticide Co., 324 Queen Lane, Germantown, Phila. For page see List of Advertisers. WIRE STAKES: GALV. FLORISTS' WIRE. S. S. Pennock-Meehan Co., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. GREENHOUSES BUILDING OR CONTEMPLATED. Austin, Tex. — E. Friedrich, one house. Syracuse, N. Y. — L. J. Muthaser, one house. So. Paris, Me. — E. P. Crockett, one house. Islip, N. Y. — H. K. Knapp, house 40x100. Hanover, Mass. — J. W. Beal, exten- sive additions. Big Rapids, Mich. — C. M. Busltirk, one house. Menominee, Mich. — Charles Schulz, range of houses. Martin's Ferry, O. — Davidson Bros., 70-ft. carnation house. Woburn, Mass. — John H. Newman, one house, 500 feet. Newburgh, N. Y. — Schaefer Co., two houses, each 33x78. Ashevllle, N. C. — Brownhurst Green- houses, rose house, 30x150. Springfield, Mass. — Wm. Schlatter & Son, three houses, each 25x100. Mansfield, Mass. — Charles Holmes, two cucumber houses, each 25x200. Providence, R. I. — J. A. Macrae, house 18x120; J. G. Jensen, two houses, one 18x58. one 45x150. OBITUARY. 0. C. Cramer. Cramer, president of the South View Floral Co., Pittsburgh, Pa., died on June 24, after a long illness. Justen Olsen. Justen Olsen, son of Mr. and Mrs. Mons Olsen of Chicago, was drowned on the evening of June 30. The young man was taking a young lady friend. Miss Haakman, out in a rowboat to go aboard a yacht lying half a mile off Jackson Park. In some manner the small boat was overturned and before the life-savers could reach the spot the young couple had gone down for the last time. CHICAGO NOTES. Business. It looks now as if the convention at Cincinnati would show a goodly pro- portion of Chicago florists in atten- dance. Prank J. Keal has his new retail store at 18th and Halsted streets nicely fitted up and reports his first week's business as satisfactory. Mr. and Mrs. Mons Olsen have the sympathy of the trade in the sad death by drowning of their son Justen, as recorded in this jveek's obituary notes. J. A. Mendel, who has a flower store at 422 W. ISth street, will open a new establishment at 1424 W. ISth street in a few days and will also continue the present one. Charles Fallstrom, who has been as- sociated with his brother-in-law, Chas. Samuelson, in the florists' business In Chicago, has opened a retail flower store in Dixon, 111. Most of the wholesalers have signed an agreement to close their stores at 1 o'clock, July 22, to allow their em- ployes to attend the annual Florists' Club picnic. Allie Zeck has charge of the sports and pastimes and Ed. En- ders the arrangements. George Reinberg says that KUlarney has proven itself an all-the-year-round rose with him, the new stock just com- ing in as the old is gone. His Rich- monds are especially fine for the sea- son, some of them seen by the writer having clems from 20 to 30 Inches and longer. Personal. Herbert Stone, of A. Lange's, suf- fered painful injuries by falling from a step ladder July 5. The three little daughters of the late Mrs. T. D. Cobb, formerly Miss Tonner, will be brought to Chicago and cared for by Mrs. Cobb's mother. Miss Olga Tonner, who was with her sister at the time of her death, will return in September, bringing the motherless little ones with her. Vacation Notes. John Zeck is fishing in Wisconsin. E. Frausin is hunting in the Colo- rado mountains. Sidney Witfln is camping out at Lake Zurich, Wis. Mr. ancj Mrs. Anton Them have been visiting in St. Joseph, Mich. Chas. McKellar and wife are on an automobile trip to Milwaukee. Wm. J. Kidwell has joined his fam- ily at their cottage at Muskegon, Mich. Miss Myrtle Conner, book-keeper for Benthey & Coatsworth, is away on her vacation. Fred Klingel, book-keeper for George Reinberg, is spending two weeks in Wisconsin. John Kruchten has returned from a few days' stay in Milwaukee. His wife will make a longer visit. F. Strail left July 2nd for a three months' stay with his mother at her summer home in Michigan. R. C. Northam has returned from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, where he has been catching brook trout. John Schoepple of Benthey, Coats- worth & Co., is visiting in Ohio and will later go farther east on a month's trip. Josepha Then and her sister accom- panied a parly on an automobile trip to Delevan Lake, Wis., and were gone several days. IMPORTERS' PROTESTS. Appraisers' Decisions. No. 21444. — Evergreen Seedlings.^ Protests 341702, etc., of Wadley & Smythe (New York). Opinion by Waite, G. A. Protests sustained in part as to evergreen seedlings. United States V. Ouwerkerk (166 Fed. Rep., 1022; T. D. 28953) followed. No. 21445. — Evergreen Seedlings. — Protest 351388 of Maltus & Ware (New). Opinion by Waite, G. A. Proof sustained in part, a portion of the goods being held dutiable as evergreen seedlings under paragraph 252, tariff act of 1897. Court Decisions. Reed & Keller v. United States. U. S. Circuit Court, Southern District of New York. May 17, 1909. Suit 5333. Birch Bark — Unenumerated Article — Crude Fibrous Substance — Crude Veg- etable Substance. Birch bark is not a crude fibrous vegetable substance, within the mean- ing of paragraph.? 5(iG and 614, respect- ively, of the tariff act of 1897, but is dutial)le as an unenumerated unmajiu- factured article. On application for review of a decis- ion by the Board of United States Gen- eral Appraisers. (Decision in favor of the Govern- ment.) Bayersdorfer v. United States. U S. Circuit Court. Eastern District of Pennsylvania. May 12, 1909. No. 50 (suit 1974). 1. Ornamental Leayes — Prepared Flowers, etc. Ornamental florists' supplies, consist- ing of various leaves, some of which are in the form of crosses and wreaths and are arranged on wire frames, and all of which have been so treated as to prevent decomposition and to retain or restore their original api>earance, are dutiable as "orna- mental leaves" under paragraph 425, tariff act of 1897. 2. Natural Flowers, Preserved — Sta- tice Wreaths. Statice wreaths, which have all the appearance of natural flowers, are du- tiable under paragraph 251, tariff act of 1897, as "natural flowers * * * preserved." 3 Ornamental Grasses — Manufac- ture.'i of Grass. Ornamental grasses are not specifi- cally described by the provision In paragraph 425. tariff act of 1897, for "artificial grains, leaves or flowers," but are dutiable as manufactures of grass under paragraph 449. On application for review of a decis- ion by the Board of United States Gen- eral Appraisers. (Decision adverse to the Government as to the articles covered by paragraph 3 of the syllabus.) NEWS NOTES. Vacaville, Cal. — H. L. Blake has been appointed on the state board of horticultural examiners to succeed Henry Stabler, resigned. Cambridge, Mass. — Until his new buildings are completed, which it is expected will be the 1st of November, .lohn McKenzie will conduct his busi- ness from his greenhouses on Whitte- more street. July 10, 1909 horticulture: 69 List of Advertisers Page Advance, The Co 63 Albert ^% Davidson- • • 6a Allen J. K 53 American Nursery (Eng.) 45 Aschmann Godfrey.. - 35 Bader Coal Co 62 Bambnck Tfaos. H... 59 Barnes' Gardens 34 Barrows H.U.& Son. 36 BayersdorierH.&Co. 50 Boddington A.T. 47 Boston Florist Letter Co 4Q Boston Plate and Win- dow Glass Co 6a Bowker Fertilizer Co. 47 Bowker Insecticide Co 6t Breck Joseph & Sons 47 Breitmeyer's J. Sons. 48 Brldgeman's Seed Warehouse 47 Budlong J. A 50 Bnmee W. A. &Co . 47 Carrillo& Baldwin . 36 Castle, The W.W. Co. 62 Chicago Carnation Co 34 Clarke's David, Sons, 48 Coan J. J 52 Cotsonas Geo. & Co.- 52 Cottage Gardens Co. . 34 Cowee W. J S3 Craig, Robt. Co 36 Crawbuck Geo.W 52 Danker F. A 48 Dann J. H. & Son ... 35 Dingee & Conard Co . 45 Domer F. Sons & Co. 34 Dorrance Benj 61 Dow Geo. E 47 Dreer H. A 59 Dunlop John H . . . . 48 Durand & Marohn. . . 5a Dysart R. J. 53 Eastern Chemical Co. 61 Edwards-Folding Box Co. 50 Elliott Wm aSonf 47 Esier J. G 63 Ernest W. H 60 Eyres 48 FarquharR.&J.&Co. 47 IToley MIg. Co 63 Ford Bros 52 Froment H.E 52 Frost Chas. G 46 GalvinThos. F 48 Gerard, J 47 Greater N.Y. Florists' Association 52 Grey T.J. Co 47 Growers' Cut Flower Co 51 Gude Bros. Co 48 Guttman Alex. J 52 Hail Asso 63 Hartmann Hjalmar & Co 47 Hauswirth the Florist 48 Heacock Jos. Co 36 Hews A. H. &Co.... 60 Hilfinger Bros 6> Hlll,TheE.G.Co.... 34 HItchings&Co 64 Hofiman 48 "^oran EC 5a Hunt A. E. & Co 34 Hunt Bros 34 Jager, Chas. J. Co. 61 KastineW. F. Co.... 53 KesslerP. F 52 King Cons. Co 63 Krick W. C 53 Kroeschell Bros. Co.. 63 Kuebler Wm H 5a Lager & Hurrell 36 Langjahr. Alfred H.. . 52 Leonard Seed Co 47 LeuthyA. &Co 45 Lord & Burnham Co. 64 Low, Stuart & Co 36 MacMulkin E. 49 Manhattan Flower Mkt McCarthy N. F.& Co. McConnellAlex 48 Page McKeUar Charles W. 50 McKlssick.W. E. & Bros 50 McManusJas 52 Metropolitan Material Co 63 Meyer J. C &Co.... 53 Michell H. F. Co 46 Michigan Cut Flower Exchange 53 Millang Bros 5a Millang Charles 52 Millang Frank 52 Milling A. Calla Lily Bulb Co 34 Moninger J. C 62 Moore, Henl2& Nash 52 Murphy Wm 50 Murray Samuel 48 New Eng. Nurseries- 45 Newman J, & Sons... 48 Niessen Leo. Co 50 Oechslin Frank 36 Ordonez Bros 36 Ouwerkerk P 45 PalethorpeP. R. Co.. 61 Palmer W.J. & Son.. 48 Park Floral Co 48 Parshelsky Bros 62 Peacock DahliaFarms 35 Pennock-Meehan Co. SI Perkins St. Nuriieries. 45 Phila Insecticide Co.. 61 Pierce, F. O. Co. . 62 Pierson, A. N., Inc. . 35 PiersonF.R. Co. 35 Pierson U Bar Co. . . . 64 Pnehlmann Bros. Co.. 34-:0 Quaker CityMach. Co 62 Rayner. I. M 35 RaynorJohnI 52 Reed& Keller 53 Reinberg Peter 50 ReulerS.J &Son,Inc. 34 Revere Rubber Co. . . 63 Rice Bros 50 Rickards Bros 47 Robinson H.M.& Co. tc Rock Wm. L Flo.Co. 4E Roehrs Julius Co. ... 36 Roland, Thomas ... 34 Rolker August&Sons 60 Rose Hill Nurseries.. 36 Sander & Son 36 Schlegel & Fottler Co. 47 Schmidt J. C 34 Schuiz Jacob 48 Scott, John ^6 Sharp,Partridge&Co 62 Sheridan W. F 32 Siggers & Siggers.... 65 Sim, Wm 34 Smith Elmer D. & Co. 34 Smith W. & T. Co . . . 45 Smyth Wm. J.. 48 Sokol F... 34 Soc.American Florists 50 Standard Plate Glass Co 62 Steams A.T. Lumber Co 63 Stumpp & Walter Co. 61 Syracuse Pottery Co . 60 Tailby 49 Thorburn J.M. & Co. 47 Totty Chas. H 34 Valentine, J . A 48 Varela Federico 46 Vincent R. Jr. aSons, 36-46 Wants, For Sale, etc.. 59 WardR.M.&Co.... 47 Waterer John & Sons. 45 Welch Bros 50 Whittet&Co.. 45 Wild Gilbert H 34 WittboldGeo. Co.... 36 Wilson 48 Winterson.E. F. Co. . 50 Wood Bros 34 Yokohama NurseryCo 45 Young A. L 53 Young John 52 Young & Nugent .... 48 Zangen O. V 36 Zinn Julius A.. 49 Zvolanek A.C 47 IS YOUR NAME IN THE ABOVE LIST? IF NOT, WHY NOT? LOUISIANA GULF RED CYPRESS. Editor HORTICULTURE: Dear Sir: It has been called to the writer's attention that there is being offered for .-sale, Peclc Cji'i'ess which comes from the middle states, and which has not the lasting qualities of the Louisiana Red or Gulf Peck Cypress. As to the lasting qualities of the Louisiana Red or- Gulf Cypress, there is no question. Such concerns as Bassett & Wash- burn, Hinsdale, Ills.; Poehlmann Bros., iVIorton Grove, Ills.; J. F. Wilcox, Council Bluffs, la.; A. Graham & Sons, Cleveland, O. ; Emil Buettner, Park Ridge, Ills.; Peter Reinberg, Chicago, Ills.; .1. Breitmeyer's Sons, Mt. Clem- ens, Mich. ; Wm. L. Rock Floral Co., Kansas City, Mo.; Griswold Green- house Co., Ashtabula, O.; Geo. F. Har- tung, Sandusky, O., and hundreds of others too numerous to mention, have used Louisiana Red Peck for years, and can" attest to its lasting qualities. Some of the above named have used it for ten years or more. Others possibly for less time. Geo. F. Hartung, of Sandusky, C, made a statement at the Gardeners' Convention in Cleveland last year, that after having been in use in his benches for five years, he turned over Louis- iana Red Peck Cypress and found, that il did not start to rot anywhere, even at the cross supports. Within the past week, florists have advised us that when they departed from using Louisiana Red Peck, they got a very inferior article which did not last, and it would be a great in- justice to any florist investing his money in lumber for benches, to find ihat instead of lasting ten or fifteen years, it would only last two or three. Experience has taught that Louisiana Red Peck is the stock that lasts. We believe that florists, in buying Peck Cypress, should insist on getting a guarantee chat it is the genuine Louis- iana Gulf Red Cypress, or refuse to buy it. There is nothing cheaper on the market today, considering the last- ing quality of the wood, than Louis- iana Red Peck Cypress, so why use a cheap substitute that will not last half as long? No matter who you buy it from, insist on having Louisiana Red Gulf stock. There are plenty of people to buy it from, and Gulf Red stock is piactically free of sap. Sap will rot out in a very few years, while heart Red lasts many years. We would like this letter published if it meets with your approval, as we are writing at the request of people who are interested, not only in the wel- fare of themselves, but of the other florists as well. PHILIP J. FOLEY. Chicago. PATENTS GRANTED. 924,519. Lawn Sprinkler. Benjamin F. Wooding, Denver, Colo. 924,549. Concrete Plant Protector. James H. Haley, Munith, Mich. 924,552. Berry Picker. George M. Holmes, Kingston, Mass., assignor to Lizzie E. Holmes, Bryantville, Mass. 924,882. Pruning Implement. Henry H. Boenker and William D. Schone, St Charles, Mo. Ilillllllllllllllllllllllilllllllllllllllllllllllllll I WANTS, FOR SALE, ETC. I 5 Advertisements in this column one — S cent a word. Initials count as words. S S Cash with order. All correspondence S = addressed "care HORTICUL- = = TURE " should be sent to 1 1 Ham- 5 = ilton Place, Boston. 5 fTiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiimiiiiiiiiiiD HELP WANTED GOOD MEN When you need good men, skilled or unskilled. Write : THOS. H. BAMBRICK 34 South 7th Street Philadelphia Help o{ all kinds, including that foi Florists, Nurserymen, Seedsmen and the Horticultural trade generally. HORTICULTURE needs a w/ide- awake representative in every town in the land. Good commission paid on advertising and subscriptions. If you are ambitious, write for terms. WANTED — Assistant florist; must be careful at watering, tving and potting. Wages, to start, $12.00 per week. AddreBS, with copy of references, experience, etc.. Plant Grower, care HORTICULTUEE. SITUATIONS WANTED GAltDENEK. 31, married, wants situa- tion. Hone.st, sober, thoroughly under- stands the t-are of gentleman's place, grow- ing flow ei-s fruits, vegetables and land- scaping. Kd. Walther. Millwood, N. Y. FOR SALE GREENHOUSE PLANT FOR SALE Part can remain on mortgage, consisting of three bouses, 32x142, 18x75 and 10x15 respectivei.r, with cold frames and sash. P.uilt by Lord & Burnham Co.. steam heat- ed with Burnham boiler. Strictly up-to- date and with ever.v convenience for com- mercial business. Apply to Norcross & StrnttoM. with Jones, McDuffee & Stratton, .'« Fnmklin St., Boston. FOR SALE— Special 16x18 and 16x24 double thick glass In "A" and "B" g^■l^ ties. Bu.T now and save money. Writ* PARSHELSKY BROTHERS, INC.. S9 Montrose Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. FOR SALE— 1-8 section Weathered boiler In good condition; nearly new. N. F. Mcs Carthy & Co., 84 Hawley St., Boston, Mass. MISCELLANEOUS WANTS WANTED TO BUY — Complett green hoase plants and all kinds of greenhouse material, to be taken down and removed at once. Terms cash. Address I. Sneaaar- man, 229 Livingston St., Newark, N. J. WANTED — Second-hand bags and bnr^ lap, an.v kind, any quantity, anywhere. Richmond Bag Co., Richmond. Va. Holds Class Firmly See the Point MO" PEERLESS * €)l*zlnff Points are thebe«t. i No rights or lefts. Box of * 1.000 poinU 75 oU. pottp&ld. ^ HENBT A. DREEB. j i 114 Cbortaat St., Phll^, Pb ' 60 HORTICULTURE July 10, 1909 I^OTi Tiers' HEWS STANDARD POTS =1 WORLDS LARGEST MANUFACTURERS"! POT MAKERS FOR 140 YEARS Pearson Street, LONG ISLAND CITY, N. Y. WRITE FOR CATALOGUE AND DISCOUNTS A. H. HEWS & CO., Inc. CAMBRIDGE. MASS. 452-460 No. Branch St^ CHICAGO, ILL. During Recess NEW YORK FLORISTS' CLUB OUTING. The annual outing of the New York Florists' Club, on July 1, at Duer's Whitestone Park, was by far the most successful entertainment of the kind the club has ever enjoyed. Over 450,, exclusive of babies, went on the morn- ing boat and the attendance was swelled by many who arrived by train, auto, etc., from Long Island points. The day was an ideal one in every respect, the games were well contest- ed, Duer proved himself to be a model caterer and host and everything was done on schedule time. The prizes were given out on the ■ return moon- light sail, amidst great enthusiasm. Only the highest praise for Mr. Bun- yard and his assistants in preparing for and carrying out this successful event is heard on all sides. Follow- ing is the list of prizes and winners: Basehall game, boys under 12 years. Well contested and very interesting, each boy on the winning team receiving a regu- lation ball. Ladies' bowling match— 1st, Samuel Thorne prize, $10.00 in gold, won liy Mrs. Anton Schultheis; 2nd, Arthur T. Bodding- ton prize, $5.00 in gold, Mrs. Louis Schmutz, Sr.; 3rd, (ladies' $5.00 satchel) Philip Kessler prize. Mrs. Grimm; 4th, Alfred Zellcr prize, $.3.00, Miss Kingston; 5th. Heni-y Hornecker prize, $2.00, Mrs. Wittman; Cth, Sperling booby prize, won by Mrs. Masur, score 1. Forty-two other ladles competed. Baseball game. Benedicts vs. Bachelors. Host Duer's prizes, 10 bottles wine and a box of cigars; won as usual by the Bach- elors: Score. 7 — 0. Messrs. Manda, Eeich- ers, Wuestninn, Krekler, Reigo, ' Golbert, Oantillon, Tierney and Fred Krekeler, against Messrs. Hildebrandt, Handel, Hor- necker, IJogart, I'hiHips, Reunison. Meyer. ■Raibel and Allen. Wm. Kessler umpire. J. J. Coan prizes, $5.00 to girls under 3 years — 1st, Dorothy Kosback: 2nd, Dorothy Holies; 3rd, Ethel Kessler. W. A. Manda prizes, $10.00 for children born in 1904 — Margaret Bogart and Philip Kessler, .Tr. Wm. Ilagemann Co.'s prizes, $5.00, girls 5 to 8 years -1st, Helen Abeel; 2nd, Mary Cashin;'3rd. Biessie Wise. Charles Schenck prizes. $5.00, girls 8 to 12— 1st. ;othel Adams; 2nd, Marion Hughes; 3rd, Alice Walter. Voung ladies' race. 12 to 16, Jno. A. Sciillay prices, $10.00— 1st. Anna Miesem; 2nd, Jeanni'? Birn'.r. 3rd, Freda Schenck. ' Young ladies' race. IG to 20, Hari-y Tur- ner prize. $10.00: A. R. Kennedy prize, $5.00; E. C. Horan prizes, $5.00— 1st. Alice Uonoellv; "^nd, A. Birnie; 3rd, M. Brewer; 4th, (■■■lora Knight. Ladies' race, over 20. prizes by P. O'Mara, $10.0ii; Alex. Guttman, $5.00; M. A. Bowf. $.".00-lst, Agnes Birnie; 2nd, ^Magery Tiirnie; 3rd. Bnnna Golsner. 4th, Anna Seeker. Baseball game hy men over 45 was post- poned until 1010. Exhibition dancing. Three prizes, S6.00, given by C. B. Weathered. A beautiful exhibit in costume to the musift of the bag- pipes. (List of awards missing.) Married I.idies' races, for the J. Austin Shaw prize $5.00. and the A. J. Langjahr prize $3.00 — Ist. Mrs. Hornecker; 2nd. Mrs. Kingston; 3rd, Mrs. Me^ham. Ladies over 45, prizes by Schloss Bros. $5.00, Bonnel & Blake $5.00— 1st, Mrs. C. Weber: 2nfl. Mrs. Ilcr: 3rd. Mrs. Winters. Ladies' i\alking match, prize by Werth- cimer Bros.. $5.00 — Won by Miss Birnie; Mrs, Stokes 2nd, Miss Guttman 3rd. i'at ladies' race, over W5 lbs., prizes by A. F. Faulkner. $5.00 — 1st, Mrs. Masur; 2Qd, .Mrs. Schimmell. The tug of war, Seedsmen vs. Florists. Henry E. Lee prize, $10.00. Won by the florists. W. A. Manda, anchor; Messrs. Hornbecker, Wageufohr, Weissman, Mc- MuUen, Lorenz, J. Manda. Seedsmen— Kobt. Clucus, anchor; Messrs. Breen, Gay- ner. Low, Gayner, O'Mara, Hughes, Van Svpveld, Adams, Ricka^ds and Wheeler. Boys' race under 5. Burnett Bros, prize, $5.00. 1st, Alfred Schultz; 2nd, Phil. Kes- sler, Jr.; 3rd, Charles Traeudly. Gentlemen's bowling, 3 frames. Ist prize, $10.00, given by John I. Raynor, won by Andrew Wilson; 2ud, Kevero hose, value $9.0iJ, by E. W. Holt, won by Rassback; :-!rd, $5.00, by W. B. Rickards, won by Meconi; 4th, bowling ball, by N. C. Schreiner, won by Mlessem; 5th, by Louis Schmutz, won by Fenrich; 6th, by Louis Sdimutz, won by Kessler. The other bowlers were virtually every man on the field who could roll a ball and the scores varied from 10 up to 50, the whole contest gradually tilling up all the spare hours of the afternoon, and over 50 bowlers taking part. There was time for a 5-frame contest and the splendid prizes were worth a larger contest. Hop, step and jump. John T. Withers prizes, $5.(J0. 1st, Herman Rozens; 2nd, W. Bogart. Boys' race, 5 to 8 years. Bobbink & At- kins prizes, $5.00. 1st, Ira Freeberg, dead heat, Jos. Walter; 2nd, George Walter. Boys' race, 8 to 12. F. H. Traeudly prize's, $5.00. 1st, George Harvey; 2nd, Robert Burnett; 3rd, W. Manda. Boys' race, 12 to 16. W. B. DuRie prizes, $5.00; Gunther Bros'., $5.00. 1st, H. Rozens; 2nd, Al. Rigo; 3rd, Philip Walter. Mile race. Alex. McConnell prize, $5.00; Charles Millang prize, .$3.00. 1st, Paul Kigo; 2nd, Al. Rigo; 3rd, Chas. Bogert. A great race; winner 4 min. 1 sec. Quarter-mile race. Yolvohama Nursery Co. prizes, $10.00. 1st, P. H. Kingston; 2nd, S. Gilbert; 3rd, A. W. Sperling. Fat men's race, '200 lbs. and over. W. F. Sheridan prize, .$5.00; John Birnie prize, $5.00. 1st, Frank H. Traeudly; 2nd, W. A. Manda; 3rd, J. Harvey. Married men's race. Young & Nugent prize, $5.00; Ford Bros, prize, .$5.00. 1st, A, H. Donaldson; 2nd, Phil. Kessler; 3rd, Henry Weissman. Growers' race. Florists' Exchange prizes, 3 volumes. 1st, A. H. Donaldson; 2nd, Jos. Manda, 3rd, J. Bartunik. Three-legged race. W. A. Sperling prize, .$5.00. Won liy Al. and Paul Rigs. Throwing the ball longest distance. Lager & Hurrell prize, $5.00. 1st, Phil. Kessler; 2nd, Her. Press bowling. O. V. Zangen prizes, .$3.00. 1st. J. Austin Shaw; 2nd, J. H. Pepper; 3rd, A. F. Faulkner. Sack race. Robert Koehne prizes, $5.00. . 1st, Arthur Weston; 2nd, George Harvey. Seedsmen's race. John Young prizes. $3,00; Moore, Hentz and Nash, $5.00. 1st. Al. Rickards; 2nd, G. Ydo; 3rd, A. E. VVheeler; Harry Bunyard "also ran." Largest family. The Harry Bunyard prize, $5.00. Won by Peter J. Walter of New York city; Joseph McMullen of White- stone also reported a family of C children. The handsomest baby. H. H. Barrows prize. $5.00. and additional prizes of $10.0)i by the Outing Committee. Won by Babies Fenrich, Hanig. Schloss, McMullon, Matthews and Traeudly. President Turner was .iudge in this com- petition and declared every baby the most charming and all worthy of the highest honors. The Tri-City Florists' Club met on June 24 with Theo. Ewoldt for their annual strawberry social and discus- sion of "Poinsettias, Their Propaga- tion and Growing." It was decided to hold the picnic between July 15 and 22. A. Anderson, H. Gaethje, Jr., and H. Pauli are committee of ar- rangements. The first annual picnic of the Minne- sota State Florifts' Association will be held at Big Island Park, Lake Minne- tonka, July 15. 1909. The Greek Retail Florists' Associa- tion of New York city will have their annual festival on July 29 at Wetzel's Point grove. The Gardeners' and Florists' Club of Boston will picnic at Randolph grove on July 28, says Dame Rumor. PARIS SPRING SHOW. This year on account of the green- houses on the Cours la Reine being demolished the Paris and Spring Show was held in the Tuileries Gardens in a large tent. The space was much more limited in consequence of the cnange and the exhibits were not therefore set off to so great an artistic advantage as has been the case in past years. The President of the French Republic visited the show and awarded several decorations as is the custom. The grand prix d'honneur was won by M. Parent for forced fruits, the 2nd grand prix was awarded to Ijcveque & Son for roses. Other grand prizes were taken by Moser, Croux, Carriatt, Debril, Lachaume, Maron, Adnet, Ferard, Poirier, Bellard. STANDARD FLOWER POTS Packed in small crates, easy to handle. Price per crate 144 6 in. pots in crate $3.16 1207 " ** 4.20 608 " " 3.00 HAND MADE 48 9 in. pots in crate $3.60 48 10 " ** 4.80 34 II " " 3.60 24 12 •' ** 4.80 12 14 " " 4.80 6 16 " " 4.50 Seed pans, same price as pots. Send for price list of Cylinders for Cut flowers, Hanging Baskets, Lawn Vases, etc. Ten per cent, ofi for cash with order. Address Hilflngrer Bros., Pottery, Fort Edward.N.Y. August Rolker & Sons. Agts. 31 Barclay St* N. Y. City. Syracuse Red Pots ALL THE STANDARD SIZES It will soon be time to order large pots for fall potting. We have a full line of the best. SYRACUSE, N. y. p ice per crate 1500 9 in.pots m crate $4.«8 .500 2 }i " 5 25 1500 3J4 " 6 00 10003 " .1 00 800 3H " 5 80 5004 " 4 1° 456 4yil 5 24 3205 4 S' aiosM " ** 3 7B Syracuse Pottery Co., Standard Flower . . POTS If jrouT gn.nhMM..ff are wit^^ ,.. tmlims M the C^tDi, wrtoe lu, w» cma nrnn y" mtmf W. H. ERM£ST IM and M t«Mtt WASMIieTM l.l. July 10, 1909 HORTICULTURE 61 THE MOTH-KILLING BEETLES. So many people have been destroy- ing the parasites and beetles imported to prey upon the moth pests that State Forester F. W. Rane, now at the head of the gypsy and brown-tail moth work in Massachusetts, has issued a warn- ing to the public against destroying them. He asks all persons to exercise care and not to kill these precious beetles or the larvae which frequently are found among the g>'psy and brown-tail caterpillars under the burlap of trees. The new insect, mostly seen by peo- ple on trees, and the one which has largely been the object of everyone's attack, is the Calosonia beetle, a hand- some greenish, predaceous beetle, which is one of the most valued enemies of the gypsy moth the State foices have been able to import. The adult female beetle lays her eggs in the earth, where they hatch, and the larva crawls to the surface hungry and ready to tackle the first "gyp" or brown-tail caterpillar it may find, or a number of them for that matter. The larva is a black, smooth-skinned, somewhat shiny sort of caterpillar, ex- tremely active and wriggly, while the adult beetle is quite large, powerful and of a handsome bronze gi'een color. The adult scales trees with great rapid- ity in its search for the caterpillais, and, having found one, uses its power- ful legs to embrace the caterpillar as it sucks out the juices from its body. Often in its writhing the caterpillar will cause the beetle to topple from the limb to the ground, but the beetle never lets go its hold and continues its meal undisturbed by the fall. In order to learn accurately how generally this imported beetle has spread. Mr. Rane asks those who ob- serve then to report the fact to his office at 6 Beacon street, Boston. THE TUSSOCK MOTH. The white-marked tussock moth, for many years a dreaded pest of village and city shade trees, last year became destructive in many apple orchards in northwestern New York and was thus brought strongly to the notice of Sta- tion entomologists. Bulletin 312 of the Station at Geneva gives an outline of this outbreak, with brief descriptive notes on the insect, and indicates the repressive measures that should be adopted. Copies of this bulletin may be had free on application to {he New York Agricultural Experiment Station, (Jen- eva, N. Y, TO DESTFJOY MOSS ON LAWNS. The results of experiments conduct- ed by Der Kgl. Gartnerlehranstalt at Dahlem, and reported in Der Handels- gartner (March 13), indicate that a 5 per cent, solution of sulphate of iron is effective of ridding lawns of moss. After the application of the green vitriol solution, the grass should be sprinkled several times with a weak (3 per cent.) solution of nitrate of soda. — Gardeners' Chronicle. San Francisco, Cal. — The MacRorie- McLaren Co. have secured the con- tract for planting the ground belong- ing to the Spring Valley Water Co. in San Francisco and vicinity. Over 5,000,000 trees of various species will be required to complete the work. "Every Bug Haa His Doae." Insect-destroying preparations that do their work well and effectively are the cheapest. Bowker's Arsenate of Lead and Bowker's Pyrox are recognized stand- ard insecticides and fungicides for both indoor and outdoor use. Bowker's Insect Emulsion destroys many kind of plant lice, black and green flies, etc. Call or send for catalogue. DnU/i^CD INSECTICIDE DUlf KCtl COMPANY 43 CHATHAM ST. BOSTON THIS KILLS MILDEW EVERY TIME FOR PART1CU1_\RS WRITE Benjamin Dorrance ROSE GROWERS Dorranceton, Penna. In ordering goods please add "I saw !t in HORTICULTURE" Which Spray Pump^ ^^^^^" shall yoa buy? Bay the Spray Pump that fully meets the demands of the Government Agri cultural Scientists and all practi- cal Fruit Growers. These pumps are widely known as DEiniNG SPRAYERS and are made in 2:-i styles U>t use in small gardens or immense rirchards Write for car l-im catalog with Spraying Chart. Add 4 cents post- age ana receive "Spraying fo Profit." a useful guide book. CHARLES J. JAGER tW. 3S1-280 FimnlOlBBt., Bortoi SPRAYED BIRD GUANO. An American consul in the West In- dies reports to the Bureau of Manufac- tures, Washington, that a party of Americans has located a considerable quantity of sea-bird guano there and PULLMAN'S INSECT and WORM DESTROYER Kills Worms and Ants in ground. Kills Cut Worms. Kills all kinds of Insects. Acts as Fertilizer to ground. Tbis powder is put up in packages from 1 to 100 lbs. Full directions and testimonials in each package. PKICE lib 20c I 85 lbs *l.SO Bibs .S5c 50 lbs 3 75 10 lbs •• 65c I 100 lbs. 5.00 NICOTINE Kills Thrips, Red Spider, Black Fly, Aphis, Green Fly and other greenhouse pests. This solution is put up in \i pt. cans -.-at 25c I l pt. c ns.-at S 1 40 ;i pt. cans ..-at 50c 1 qt cans-.-at 2.75 Vi pt cans ...atitoc | H gal cans at 5 oo Sgalca s at 40.00 Salesmen Wanted Everywhere —Made By— The Philadelphia Insecticide Co. 324 Queen Lane. Germantown, Phjla., Pa. KILMDEAlP ThebestofaUj? %e tobacco. f^"^* jlustsfor/^^. .Dusting or Tumi^atin^ 100 lb*.. S 3.00 g^ &0 lb*.. I -76 600 1b*.. 14.00 If. lOOO IBs-. »27.00 3000 IBfl.. 62.GO Barcl&7 St, Kew Torh. IMP SOAP SPRAY THREE SUCCESSFUL YEARS Outdoor or Indoor ELM BEETLE OR WHITE FLY EASTERN CHEMICAL CO. Pittsburg Street, Boston, Mass. The Best Bug Killerand Bloom Saver For PROOF Write to P.R.PalethorpeCo. OWENSIORO, KY. would like to have the addresses of dealers in this material to whom sam- ples could be sent for valuation. Par- ties interested can secure details by addressing the Bureau and referring to file number 35G9. 62 HORTICULTURE July 10, 1909 y^yj^l^ JIQI^f PUNT AND FLOWER GROWERS If you are rebuilding, remodeling or adding more glass, don't /^ A ^T '~t^ 1 I ' ^T \7 C 'TP t^ l\j\ fail to inquire into the merits of the W /\ ^ I I— < Er ^ 1 ^ I Cf iTl THE CASTLE BOILER is the best hot water heating Plate Boiler for Greenhouse purposes on the market today. The only system of forced circulation of hot water for greenhouse heating that has demonstrated its practicability, economy and perfection of action is ^^^ Castle Automatic Circulator All others are either superseded by the Castle Automatic, or are yet in the experimental stage. Send for Descriptive Catalogue and Testimonials from Florists who are using one or both. DO IT NOW! Mention Horticulture HEATING ENGINEERS W. W. CASTLE CO. no summer St., Boston Pocahontas Smokeless Goal Blossburg Smokeless Goal The above steam coals are peculiarly adapted to FLORISTS' use. Prominent features are HIGH EVAPORATION, LOW ASH, LOW SULPHUR, HIGH CARBON, and HIGH HEAT UNITS. Permit us to figure on your year's requirements, deliverable as called for. COAL CARGOES CONSTANTLY ARRIVING PORTS AT ALL NEW ENGLAND The Bader Coal Company, cen ^iies^Agent Telephone Fort Hill 2044 Board of Tradc Building, Boston, Mass. STANDARD PLATE GLASS CO. rianufacturers — Importers — Jobbers NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY FRENCH OR AMERICAN GREENHOUSE GLASS LOWEST PRICES ON REQUEST 26-30 Sudbury St. BOSTON, flASS. 61-63 Portland St. g%m MAA Prices Advancing ULAdd SHARP, PARTRIDGE & CD. FOR GREENHOUSES 22nd AND LUMBER STS., CHICAGO Write us beforo buying BOSTON PLATE & WINDOW GLASS CO. GREENHOUSE GLASS "r«rR7cA*r 261 to 287 A Street BOSTON 20 to 22'Canal Street Special Sale on Second-Hand PIPES AND BOILER TUBES I in. pipt, $2.35: 1% in.. $3.13; iH in., $3.72; 2 in., $4 92: 254 in., $7 85; 3 in , $10.28 per hundred feet. Rnilor TiiKpc ' '"■• i''9: 3 in , $4.00; 4 in., Doner lUOeS $6.57 per hundred feet. Sale going on to July lo, ALBERTA OHVIOSOU, Brooklyn, M.Y. Tel. 5022 Williamsburg 68-70 Troutman St. GREENHOUSE CONSTRUCTION LUMBER John C. Moninger Co. 117 E. Blackhawk St., CHICAGO. In ordering goods please add "I saw It in HORTICUTURE. GLASS Greenhouse and Hot Bed SIZES OUR SPhCIALTY IMMENSE STOCK Plate and M^indow Glass Write for Our Prices PARSHELSKY BROS., Inc. 69 Montrose Ave., BBOOKLTN, N. Y. Hastlca Is elastic and tenacious, admits of ex- pansion and contraction. Putty becomes hard and brittle. Broken glass more easily removed without breaking of other glass as occurs with hard putty. Lasts longer than putty. Easy to «PP'y- Evans 20th Century Am Will not twist the shafting pipe. Thr«a times the power ci old style elbow uns. Sold only with Evans Challenge Machis*. Write for fret Catalogue to QUAKER CITY MACHINE CO. Richmond, Ind. July 10, 1909 horticulture: 63 KROESCHELL BOILER MADE OF FIBE BOX FLAN6E PLATE Can not Crack Water Space in Front, Sides and Back Tke Most Popular Boiler Made SEND FOR CATALOGUE. KROESCHELL BROS. GO. 35 Erie treet, CHICAGO, ILL. Everything for Greenhouse BaUdlng Write for Infor- mation and prices In Widths from infect o inches to 54 feet o inches. Withont posts. KINQ TRiUSS SASH BAR HOUSES. IRON GUTTERS AND EAVES. IRON AND CYPRESS BENCHES. VENTILATING MACHINERY. KING CONSTRUCTION CO. NORTH TONA WANDA, N. T. mm SASH BARS t2 fact sr 1ob(«i HOT BED SASH PEGKY CYPRESS BENCH LUMBER GREENHOUSES EREeTED nn EQUJPPED COMPLETE IF DESIREt Write for Ciiealtr "D" mad Priotm ni i. T. STEiENS LUMBER 61 NEPONtET. BOSTON, MASS, ADVANCE MACHINE Florists buy our machines be- cause ihey work rgh*, are easy to set up and easy to operate. 65 llorists have given us two orders each, 23 have given 3 orders. 10 four orders, and two have given us four orders of 8 machines, and two of 24 ma- chines each. Only 5 years on the market. In use in 40 states. Give us a chance to show you what we do. The Advance Go. RICHMOND. IND. REVERO THE MODERN GARDEN HOSE FOR LAWNS, GARDENS, GREENHOUSES, STABLES, ETC. BRAIDED FABRIC, MOULDED CON- STRUCTION, SEAMLESS THROUGHOUT LIGHT— STRONG— FLEXIBLE Revero is Furnished on Reels in Continuous Lengths up to 500 ft. Your Supply House can furnish " Revero." Write for Catalog REVERO — NOX KINKING REVERE, RUBBER COMPANY BOSTON, MASS. NEW YORK NEW ORLEANS PHILADELPHIA MINNEAPOLIS PITTSBURG SAN FRANCISCO CHICAGO PORTLAND, ORE. We can supply in any Size or Leng:th and in Car Loads or any Quantity PECKY CYPRESS The Ideal Lumber for Greenhouse Benches MOST LASTING- LEAST EXPENSIVE When ordering your other building material it is wise to add enough Pecky Cypress to make the shipment a carlot and so take advantage of lower carload freight rates. WRITE TO US FOR PRICES THE FOLEY MFG. CO., 26tll & WESTERN AVES. Chicago FOR SALE GLASS New American uutural glass made 8x10 aud 10x12 B, siu- kIc, )fl..')3 per box; 10x12 to 10x1.5, also 12x12, B, double, $1.75 per box; 12x14 to 12x20, 14x16 to 14x20. B, double, $1.90 per box; 16x16 and 16x1.8, B, double, $1.95 per box; 16x20, 16x22. 12x24, B, double, $2.0S per box; 16x24, B, double, $2.13 per box. Discount in larf;e quantities. D I D C Crood seniceable second-band with rlr C pood threads and a coupling with each length, no 1unk — 1 in.. 3c.; IVt In., 4%c.; 1% in., 5c\; 2 in., 6%c. ; 214 in., lO^c; 3 In., at 14c. and 4 in. at 19c. New 2 in. standard black, S%c. Old 4 in. greenhouse pipe, 14e. per loot; 4 In. boiler tubes, 7c. per foot. We quote you above only a few of our prices. We manufacture and job In every- thing pertaining to greenhouses, both new and second-hand. Get our prices before placing your orders. METROPOLITAN ATERIAL CO. Greenhouse Wreckers 1392-1402 rietropolitan Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. Copyrights Send your business direct to Washington. Saves dme aud insures better service. Personal attention guaranteed. Twenty-five years' active service. SPECIALTY: "Working on the Falls of Others." 8IGGER8 & SIGGEA8 PATBtJT LAWYBKS Box 9, National Union BuihNag Waafaln^on, D. C. The FLOBI8T8' HAIL A8S0CIATI0I OF AHERICA, inrarer of 8»,0«0,«t« sq. ft. of ^law. Foi particalar* »le8 Branchins, Vicks and Queen of the Market fine plants grown from the best seed, 3 colors, $2. so per 1000; 5000 for $10.00, Cabbage, Tomato and Celery plants, all kinds, fine plants, $1.00 per looo; $S 00 per 10,00c. Peppera and Cauliflower. Best kinds, $2.00 per 1000. J. C. SCHIVIIDT, Bristol, Pa. ROSES A SPECIALTY TlieDingee&.Con8r(ICo.wesiGroife American Grown Roses Prutt and Ornamental Trees. Shrubs, Small Prults, Clematis, Evergreens. Write for Trade List. W. & T. SMITH CO. Geneva, N.Y. July 17, 1909 HORTICULTURE 67 WHITE KILLARNEY It is needless to say much about the value of this NEW WHITE ROSE its value is so well established. In support of this statement, we might say that we intend to plant not less than 20,000 for our own growing. We have a splendid stock of both grafted and own-root plants, which we can deliver immediately on receipt of order, — gilt-edged planting stock. We guarantee perfect satisfaction. STRONG PLANTS, 2U In. pots, owii=root, $30.00 per 100; 250 for $70.00; $250.00 per 1000. GRAFTED PLANTS, $35.00 per 100; 250 for $82.50 ; $300.00 per 1000. SPECIMEN HYDRANGEAS Large Plants Grown in Tubs and Half-Barrels for July and August Flowering We make a specialty of these, and have a grand lot of plants in the finest possible condition. Our plants have never been so well budded as they are this season. Fine plants In tubs, $2.00 and $3.00 each. Large plants In half-barrels, $5.00 and $7.50 each. A FEW SEASONABLE SPECIALTIES BOXWOOD PYBAMIDAI,. Fine plants 3 ft. high, $2.00 each ; 4 ft. high, »3.00 each ; 4Mi ft. high, $4.00 each. RUBBER PLANTS (Fleas elastica). Very large, bushy plants In tubs 4 ft. high, fine for summer decoration, $3.50 each . PHOENIX ROKBEL,ENI. Extra line plants, 5-ln. pots, $18.00 per dozen. CROTONS. Strong plants, 3-ln. pots, $3.00 per dozen; 5-in. pots, $6.00 per dozen; 6-ln. pots, $9.00 per dozen. CANNAS. Buttercup, Souv. d'Antoine Crozy, Pierson's Premier, Mile. Berat, I:. Patry, Florence Vanghan, etc. Strong started plants, 3V|-in. pots, $5.00 per 100, $40,00 per 1000; dor- mant roots, $3.00 per 100, $20.00 per 1000. CALADIUM B8CUI.ENTCM. Started plants, $6.00 per 100. CASTOR OIL, BEANS (Ricinns). 3%- iu pots, $6.00 per 100. MUSA ENSETE (Abyssinian Banana). 8-ln. pots, $1.00 each. GER.iNIUMS. Double Gen. Grant. Ex- tra flue plauts in bud and bloom, SMi-in. pots, $8.00 per 100. GER.ANIUMS, assorted. In bud and bloom, 3%-in. pots. $6.00 per 100. NASTURTIUMS. S^^-in. pots, bushy, $4.00 per 100. ENGLISH IVY. 3%-in. pots, $12.00 per 100. GERMAN IVY. 100. AMPELOP8I8 2%-in. pots, $3.00 per VEITCHII. Strong plauts, 4-ln. pots, $15.00 per 100. F. R, PIERSON CO.,^';^^"^" Araucarias 9^ Specialty Araucaria Robusta Compacta and Excelsa Qlauca, Specimen Plants, Spring igoS importa- tion, 7 inch pots, 25, 30. 7-8, 4-3 inches high, 6 years old, s itable for the veranda, porch or lawn, $2.00, $2. so, $3 00 each, worth double that amount. Same Varieties, April 1909 importation, 15- 20-22 inches high, $1 00, $1.25, $1.5"). Araucaria bxcelsa, 5, 5J4. 6 inch pots, 2-3-4 years old. 40c,, 50c , 60c , 75c., $1.0. Kentia Forsteriana. 6-7 inch pots, 25, 30, 40, 50 inches higli, $1,00, $1.25, $1 50, $2 00, $3.00 each. B«lmoreaDa, 6 inch pots, 5 to 6 leaves, $1.00, $i.2s, S' 50. Cocoa Weddeliana, 3-4 inch, 15c., iSc, 25c. Adiantum Hybrldum valuable for fronds for cutting, big bushes suitable for 6, 7, S inch pots, 30c., 40c., 50c Areca lutescens, 4 inch, 25c. Begonia Glolre de Lorraine, 4 inch, 250. Lonsdale light pink and the dark pink. Sago palms, loc. per leaf. Cash with order please. GODFREY ASGHMANN Importer and Wholesale Grower of Pot Plants 1012 W. Ontario St., PHILADELPHIA, PA. All goods must travel at purchaser's risk Kentias, Arecas, Latanias, Cocos, Phoenix, Araucarias, Rubbers, Crotons, Pandanuses, Asparagus, Ferns for Dishes. Before placing fall orders for Palms and Decorative Plants Write for Prices A. LEUTHY & CO. PERKINS ST. NURSERIES ROSLINDALE, MASS. A. N. PIERSON, Inc., Cromwell, Conn. WHITE KILLARNEY (Waban Strain) "Doi. , ;iOO '250 QRAPTED STOCK $S 00 Jbr..0O $82 50 MYMARYLAND"'^^"^'' *^500 $150 00 '1000 $300.00 '2500 - $687.50 ■[6000: $1,200.00 .$3.00perdoi., OWN ROOT . . 2.00 " " $20 00perlOO, $150.00perl0p0 10.00 " • 90.00 •' STANDARD VARIETIES Betty, (Ban Sllene, Bride, Bridesmaid, Cardinal, Enchanter. Etolle de France, Etolle d« Lyon. Franz Deegan, Qen. McArthur, Qolden Gate. Hermosa, Ivory, Kaiserln Au«"£" Victoria, Kate Moulton, Killarney, La Detroit, Maman Cochet, Marechal Niel^ mme. Abel Chatenay, Mrs, Jardine, Mme. Hoste, Mrs. Paul NIehoff, Mrs. Pierpont iVlorean. Mrs. Potter Palmer, Papa Qontier, Queen Beatrice, Rhea Reid, Richmond Rosaline orr English, Souv. du President Carnot, Souv. de Wootton, Uncle John, Wellegley, "">"• Cochet. The aboveGrafted (selected plants) 20 cts. each, $2.00 per doi., $15.00 per 100, $120.00 P"1U««. OWN ROOT ROSES Killarney, Bride, Bridesmaid, Mme. Abel Chateaay, Ivory, Richmond, Mrs. Paul NIehoff . 2-in. pots, 75c per doz., $3.50 per 100, $3000 per 11)00. 2H-m. pots, $1.00 perdoz., $6.00 per luu, $60.nn per 1000.15 C«S5 .„ „„ ,„ Queen Beatrice, Rhea Reld, Mrs. Jardine, Mrs. Potter Palmer, from 2>i-m. pots, $8.00 per 100, $70.00 per IQOO. BEDDING PLANTS COLEUS. Verschaffeltil, Golden Queen, Queen Victoria, Beckwith Gem, Firebrand, U)rd Palmerston. Rooted Cuttings by express, $0.60 per 100, $5 00 per 1000. Out of 2M m. pots in May, $2.00 per 100, $15.00 per 1000. Golden Bedder, Hero. Messy, Pearl of, Orange. Fancy .Varieties. Twelve kinds not listed above, 75 cts. per 1110, $6 00 per 1000. AGERATUM, Stella Gurney, Princess Pauline. SALVIA, Splendens, Bonfire and Zurich. HELIOTROPE. Dark blue bedding varieties. GERMAN IVY. 75 cts. per 100, $6.00 per 1000. ALTERNANTHERA, (Red and Yellow), 50c per 100, $5.00 per 1000. From 2K "n pots, $2.00 perlOO. SALLEROI. Rooted Cuttings, $1 no per 100, 2X in. pots, $2.50 per 100. ^ ,. ,,__ CHRYSANTHEnunS IN QUANTITY. Catalogue on Application. PEACOCK'S CELEBRATED NEW DAHLIAS JACK ROSE and other cut flower sorts. SEND FOR CATALOG. Peacock Dahlia Farms WIIMamstown Junction, N.J, Cannas Dry roots; Italia, Cleveland, Austria, Egandale, Marlbo- ro ugh, America, Penna, Black Beauty, $1.50 per 100. Kate Gray, mixed with red, $1.25 per 100. Asparagus Spren- geri, a in., $1.75,3 in., $4.00, 4 in., $6.00 per lOO. Dracaena indiv, 4 in., 10c. English Ivy, • in., $2.00; R. C. 75c per JOO. Rex Begonia, ■ in., 3c. J. H. DANK A. SON. WESTFIELD, N. Y. 68 HORTICULTURE July 17, 1909 ORCHIDS ORCHIDS ORCHIDS Choice varieties selected from 1 Choice named well known and '" enormous quantities for Ex= ^•r- ^ J . ._ .J hibition purposes and Cut certificated hybrids. large importations. bloom grower. STUART LOW &. CO. beg to call the attention oi lovers of Orchids in the United States to their large, varied and well grown stock of Orchids which is being frequently augmented by large importations. Visitors to Europe are cordially invited to inspect for themseWes our extensivse stock. Also their large and well grown stock of Roses — Fruit Trees m Pots — Fruit Trees for Outside Planting — Stove and Greenhouse Plants — Catalogues on Application. Estimates Free. ENGLAND BUSH HILL PARK, ENFIELD, Asparagus Plomosus Nanus from grocnhouse grown strain, extra strong seedlings, ready to go in 2V2 in. pots. Periooo, $10.00; Per 10,000, $80 00 Cocos Weddeliiana Per :ooo Per 100 Fise established healthy plants from iH in. pots $90.00 $10.00 Satisfaction Guaranteed. 0. V. ZAN6EN, Seedsman, Hoboken, N. J. NEPHROLEPIS MAGNIFICA THE SKNSATIONAL NOVHa/TT Stronr 2^111. stock, 125.00 per 100. WHITMANII •H-lo., $40.00 per 1000; SH-ln., from Bench, $8.00 per 100. H. H. BARROWS & SON. WHITMAN, mass. PALMS AND FERNS DECORATIVE PLANTS JOHN SCOTT Rutland Road and E. 45th St. T«l. rty, Btdiord BROOKLYN, N.Y. In ordering goods please add "I taw It In HORTICULTURE." JARDINIERE FERNS IN BEST VARIETIES. VERY FINE STOCK. $3.50 per 100, $30.00 per 1000 ROSE HILL NURSERIES New Rochelle, N. Y. ROBERT CRAIG CO. B05ES. PALMS, and novelties In DecoritiTe Plant* MARKET and 49th STREETS.. PHIUDELPHIA. PA. PLANTS BAMBOO STAKES R. VINCENT JR., & SONS CO., White Marsh, mid. GROWERS OF PLANTS FOR THE TRADE ARE PREPARED TO GROW IN ANY QUANTITY GERANIUMS, DAHLIAS, CANNAS, BEDDING PLANTS, HARDY CHRYSANTHEMUMS Write for Special July Prices for Fall and Spring Delivery. SPECIAL OFFER OF GERANIUMS FOR WINTER BLOOMING We liave an immense stock ready for shipment from 3 in. pots in a splendid assortment, at J3.00 per 100, $25.00 per 1000. We will send W0^) In 20 good kinds, our selection, for $25.00; good strong plants from 3 In. pots. Palms Shrubs ^^^ nORiST Send for ihir Catalogue. Ferns Perennials The GEO. WITTBOLD CO. , 1657 Buckingham Place, Chicago. III. FERNS FOR DISHES, CASH WITH ORDER afi70 to 8606 W. Adams St., Chicago, 111. Assorted Varieties From 3 inch pots, $3.50 p«r 100 ; $30.00 per xooo FRANK OECHSLIN LAGER ®. HURRE.LL ORCHIDS Established and Fresh Imported. SUMMIT, N. J. ORCHIDS! Most of our healthy established plants are sold, many Importations are nearly to be in. ORDONEZ BROS. Madison, N. J. ORCHIDS All Orchids. Nothing but Orchids. Best Orchids. Qood Orchids. We Collect Them. Write Today. CARRILLO & BALDWIN, Secaucus, N. J. IMPORTED ORCHIDS Now Arriving Julius Roehrs Co. RUTHERFORD, N. J. ORCHIDS IjorgeBt Importer a, £»port«rtf < ana HybrUUtU im th« Wmrtd Sander, St. Alban», England and 23B Broadway, Ream I NCW YORK CITY In writing to Advertisers kindly mention Horticulture July 17, 1909 HORTICULTURE 69 New Michaelmas Daisies branches from the ground, and if they are grown to one main stem a perfect pyramid of bloom is obtained. Some of the best varieties are: Enchantress, Hon. Edith Gibbs, White Diana, Cordifolius Profusus, De- light, Sensation, Triumph, Brightness, King Edward VII and Ideal, all of which grow from four to five feet in height. Golden Spray, Decorator, Osprey, Veinineus Perfectus and Thora all grow a yard high and produce a wonderful display of blossom. Arnold Arboretum. Perennial Asters, or, as they are commonly called, Michaelmas Daisies, are among the most charming of our autumnal flowering plants and nothing is capable of producing more beautiful effects in garden and wood- land at that season of the year. In addition to the many excellent wild species which are common to North America there have been introduced during the last few years several beautiful hybrids and varieties which are worthy of cultivation in all gardens where the best hardy plants are desired. I see that the Messrs. Farquhar are wisely cultivating large numbers of these newer sorts in their Eoslindale Nurseries for they are sure to become general favorites with the florists and flower loving public. To see Michaelmas Daisies to the best advan- tage they need planting in a border of good width de- voted entirely to them and then a fine mass of flower results as depicted in tHe illustration, but each plant should be given sufficient space to properly develop and if the growth can be tied out to several stakes instead of being bunched up to bne a much larger amount of blos- som is obtained. An exrcellent way also of cultivating these improved varieties is to take off single shoots with the roots attached either in fall or early spring and pot them up in small pots until they become rooted putting them out in their permanent position about the middle to the end of April. If kept growing to one stem they make very beautiful decorative plants as can be seen by the photograph of a single specimen. The accompany- ing picture represents a plant seven months after the single shoot was taken from the parent plant. One of the greatest charms of these new varieties is the exquisite habit many possess which makes them so adaptable for growing as specimen plants or using in a cut state. In the majority the flowers are small or of medium size and are produced on slender pendulous Notes from the Arnold Arboretum An interesting shrub, Tripierygium Wilfordii, entire- ly new to cultivation, is flowering this summer for the first time at the Arboretum. This shrub, a native of northern Cliina and Korea, was introduced by Mr. J. G. Jack who collected seeds near Seoul in 1905. The genus Triptei'ygium of which only two species are known, belongs to the Celastraceae, but is entirely differ- ent from any other member of this family in cultiva- tion. Tripterygium Wilfordii is a shrub from two to five feet high with upright or somewhat arching angled and warty stems and light green foliage; the slender- stalked alternate leaves are ovate to oblong in outline, serrate and long pointed and measure four to six inches in length. The slightly fragrant whitish flowers appear at the end of the branches or branehlets in pyramidal panicles from three to seven inches in length; the indi- vidual flowers are very small, about three-quarters of an inch in diameter and have small narrow petals. The three-winged seeds are ovoid in outline and about one- third of an inch long, greenish at first, becoming brownish when fully ripe. The shrub cannot be called particularly showy, but as it is fiowering at a time when not very many shrubs are in bloom, it is a welcome addition to our summer-flowering shrubs; the fruits too are rather conspicuous. It has proved hardy at the Arboretum. After tlie well known Sorbaria soriifolia (Spiraea sorbifolia) has gone out of bloom another very closely related species but recently introduced from Japan is beginning to flower. This is Sorbaria stellipila (S. sor- bifolia. stellipila) differing from the first named species in their generally longer and narrower leaflets and some- what larger and broader panicles ; from a botanical point of view the chief difference lies in the pubescence of the ovaries and of the stalks of the individual flowers, also in the sometimes rather slight stellate pubescence of the leaves. Though in habit and general appearance it is almost like S. sorbifolia, it merits recommendation for its somewhat later flowering time. Like the other species of the genus it is a very showy plant when in bloom and like these it has the disadvantage of looking rather unsightly after the flowers have faded, as the dis- colored and shriveled rests of the flowers remain on the panicles. In a well kept garden the panicles should be removed after the flowers have faded. Like S. sorbi- folia the new species is perfectly hardy. 70 HORTICULTURE July 17, 1909 ■KJ^^Ij'ipi'^^'r JW '¥*¥ TfJir national anniversary and advises a campaign in behalf ^ ^ V^ J^ -M^ ■!■ Vi^ ^i^ *^ ■^ \J ^\-M1^ Qf a floral rather than a gunpowder observance of the _„, „ JULY~Tr — 1909 NO, 3 day. This sounds good. What have the florists to say = about it? What are they ready to do to promote this PUBLISHED WEEKLY BY , reform'^ HORTICULTURE PUBLISHING CO. si^<»i- xlioiui . .. a i -^^ + J ,^ ^ ■, ^, WM ... »* _ i^ie prohibition ot floral gifts at i 11 Hamilton Place, Boston, Mass. ci„.,i ^-.rt^ i i i 4^ u„ „* I ^ , . rs , A Floral gifts school graduations m a number of ■ Telephone, Oxford J92 . ° WM J STEWART, Editor and Manager ft"" graduation placos has naturally Called forth a =:^^=:^^=^=^==:^=^=^^==^^^==^=: scholars very general protest among the flor- SUBSCRIPTION PRICE ■ i "^ 1 1 ■ 1 xi i_ On«Year,inadvance.$..oo;ToForeignCounlries,$2.oo;ToCanada,$..5o ISts, whoSC busmeSS haS thuS been ADVERTISING RATES interfered with. The overdoing of the custom by the Per Inch, 30 inches to page .............. $1.00. fi-ignds of somo pupils and Consequent humbling of Discounts on Contracts for consecutive insertions, as follows: ni^^j^..- uj. u^i. ^ ^^ . ^' , ° . One month (4 times) 5 per cent. ; three months (13 times) 10 per cent.; tlTOSe children IcSS lortunatc, whlcll IS glVCn as the main •ix months (26 times) 20 per cent.; one year (52 times) 30 per cent. x. xi • j. j- i- x j. v, v, 11 „ Pageandhaif page spaces, special rates on application. cause lor the interdiction, seems to US to be hardly a , , ,. V o ^ p r»« . p . ivi.„ valid reason for the cutting off of a custom so pretty and Entered as second-class matter December 8, 1904, at the Post OfEce at Boston, Mass . -rrri ■ ■ -< i-nj? under the Act of Congress of March 3, 1879. mipressivc. We have m mmd a certain college tor _^-^--_.— --— .— ~ young ladies where for a number of years very stringent CONTtNTa Page -^.^^^^ ^^,.^^^ enforced as to the garb of the students at °™mn toVde^""""'^' ~ ''"'"'""'^' ^^"^^ '"^ ^^^ graduation and other public exercises, for reasons sim- NEW MICHAELMAS DAISIES— Arthur E. Thatcher— ilar to the above mentioned. The ban was eventually Illustrated 69 removed — wisely, we think, for the result has shown that NOTES FROM THE ARNOLD ARBORETUM— Alfred ^^ gg g^ j^jg g^g^ gense has prevailed, undue ostentation CLERODENDRON THOMSONAE ' f BalfourU ! ! ! .' ! ! .' .' ! .' ! ! 71 being of rare occurrence and then harmless to everybody NEW HYBRID FREESI AS— Frederick Moore 71 excepting the party indulging m it. Children who have NEWS OF THE CLUBS AND SOCIETIES: reached the age for scliool graduation have already lived A Joint Meeting at Minneapolis— Society of American i enough to fully realize their comparative lot among ^l^^^^'^^^T'^':. .'^'. . """"^'•^: . ^:''- n thefr teHow beings. IJose less fortunate have become National Sweet Pea Society- Club and Society Notes.. 73 inured to privation and in the great majority ot those OBITUARY— A. G. Burtnett— A. C. Ullrich— Mrs. John to whom fortune has given an abundance their natural E. Haines— Philip Hagenburger— Mrs. Godfrey Asch- nobility and generous impulse can usually be relied upon DURING RECESS- " ^^ restrain them from any undue assumption of superi- Gardeners' and Florists' Club of Boston 73 ority. Let the children have all the flowers their friends RELICS OF THE SAN FRANCISCO FIRE— Wm. McM. like to give; the time will not be long a-coming when Brown— Illustrated /;; ' ;;avv,:t\' ' ' t'^-:',^^-^ '^* there will be more lemons than flowers for all of them, BOUGAINYILLEA GLABRA SANDERIANA UNDER . , . ' GLASS— Frederick Moore 7.5 "cn or poor. CARNATION BRITTANIA AS A POT PLANT— Illus- ^ The suggestion has been made that trated • ■• • • ■ • 75 To appeal this grievance regarding graduation Ieed\™E^ ^^^UCARIA EXCELSA 7. t, the S. A. F. tioweit be brought to the attention of Secretary Wilson's Reported Retirement— The Corn tbo Society of American Florists at its Crop— Pea Pi-ospects- A Good Outlook— Notes 77 next meeting in Cincinnati and that the Society be Seed Legislation, Its Uses and Abuses, Prof. L. H. .^g],g^ ^^ ^g].^ ^j^g matter on behalf of the florists of Pammel— Philadelphia Seed Trade Notes 78 ,, 4. mi j.- • j a ii OF INTEREST TO RETAIL I-'LORISTS: the country. The suggestion is a good one and the na- Steamer Departures 80 tional organization is the proper intermediary in all Flowers by Telegraph 81 .^uch business whicli virtually concerns the trade in gen- FLOWER MARKET REPORTS: gj.g]. ^^r^ ^-^^^ remark by" way of encouragement that Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Detroit, Philadelphia 83 ,, o, » -p T, 1. " . 4. ■ „ Indianapolis, New York. 85 the S. A. F. has usually come out on top m any cam- OIL AS A FUEL— A. Pengel— Illustrated 90 paign which it has seriously entered into for the benefit A DESTRUCTIVE BORER— R. J. Hayden 93 of the profession. It is certainly very nice and con- MISCBIXANEOUS: . venient to have so potent a champion which may be Civic Improvement m Chicago 74 1 i j. • i- i! i. i_i mi c ■ 4. t. Second National Apple Show-Ren H. Rice, portrait. 74 appealed to m time of trouble. The Society has never Totty Leases Florham Farms Greenhouses 75 demanded any assurance of compensating allegiance on New Public Parks and Gardens in Germany 75 the part of those whom it has befriended in the past A Profitless Narcissus-Wm. S. Jurgens 75 ,^^^ -^ ^^^^-^^ ^^^^^ ^^^^ ^^^^i more creditable to the Impatiens Holstii nana Liegiiitzia '" a • j. j. i 1 i x-i_ ■> j n • i_ Among the Palm^G. C. Watson 80 Aonst trade had gratitude and allegiance been more Business Changes— Personal— Incorporated 81 generally displayed by the beneficiaries and it is to be Southern California Notes 85 lioped that the future mav see a great improvement in Stuart Low & Co. Nurseries. Frederick Moore 90 ^j^j, respect. Considering what the S. A. F. has been Catalogues Received 90 114. v 1 -4.1, Ti 4- j; 11 Chicago Notes 91 ^°'^ ^^ accomplish with the support of so small a per- PhiladPlphia Notes— Illustrated 92 centage of the horticultural trade as appear on its rolls News Notes— Publications Received 92 t^},g possibilities with a full representative membership A l.ozi Miner— 1 M. •■••••■ — • ■ • ■ • • geem almost boundless. Eeturning for a moment to the Greenhouses Building or Contemplated 94 ji .• , • ,° ,i Patent s Granted 94 nower question, we note in a contemporary the over-npe ^^^:^=^=:rz^=^=^:===^^==^=^=:=' statement that the city of Boston annually provides a A rorrcspondcnt reminds us that bouquet for each graduating pupil in the public schools. Flowers we liavc six great festival days in Tliis Avas true up to three years ago, when the custom and the "Glorious our calendar year and that July was abandoned. It has been said that one reason for Fourth" 4th is the only one in which we the discontinuance was the unsatisfactory character of don't use flowers. He comments many of the "creations" supplied to the city on such severely on our heathenish way of celebrating this great occasions under the name of bouquets. July 17, 1909 HORTICULTURE, 71 Clerodendron Thomsonae (Baifouri) A more useful greenhouse plant would be hard to find than this magnificent climber. It can be used ^s a specimen trained either as a pyramid, or balloon-shaped. As a pillar plant for twining around the supports of a conservatory it is ideal. Covering a wall or draped gracefully around a doorway it makes a beautiful effect. It has been known to the gardening world since 1861 coming from Old Calabar, about that year. I have often wondered why commercial florists have not taken to growing it as a spring flowering plant, as it can be had in bloom for Easter or earlier, and, if properly treated, as late as the end of September, and, as to its lasting qualities, we have a plant here in Medford, Mass., placed on a north piazza that has been in flower five weeks and it is still quite fresh. This Clerodendron is easily rooted in a temperature of about 65 to 70 degrees, and if given a good open rich loam will make quite a plant in a couple of years. After it has reached that age is a good time to figure at what season you want it to flower. We give it two months' rest only giving enough water to keep the wood from shrivelling. At the end of that time most of the leaves will have dropped. During the resting period, if possible keep in a house with 10 degrees lower tempera- ture than when growing. Around 70 is good heat to start the ripened off plant into growtli and a shift into a slightly larger pot will give larger panicles of flowers. In early spring it will take two months to get the plant into flower but as the season advances it will take much less time. We figure on starting another plant for a succession when the first begins to show the crimson color on the end of the flower and so on during the season. There are many other Clerodendrons — shrubs and climbers, but for greenhouse purposes the above-men- tioned as a climber, and Fallax as a shrub, are in my opinion as good as any. The above culture agrees very well with C. Fallax only I think it likes a slightly higher temperature and does not want so severe a drying off as C. Thomsona^ 'West llcdford, Mass. The New Hybrid Freesias The new varieties of Freesia brought into commerce by the well-known Dutch firm, C. G. Van Tubergen, and called Tubergeni under various varietal names, are cre- ating a favorable impression among European horticul- turists. These hybrid varieties are of tender rose, lilac, pure golden yellow, etc. ; and they flower as freely, are as vigorous in growth, as fragrant and as easily cultivated as the ordinary F. refracta. The blooms possess the same delightful fragrance of violets as that species. In the year 1901 the firm of Van Tubergen received from an English correspondent, Mr. Armstrong, resident in S. Africa, several freesia tubers with the remark that these were pink flowering. Naturally Herrn Tubergen was somewhat suspicious concerning the color of the . new comer ; as all the freesias obtained from that part of the world were outwardly of a brown tint, or white with yellow staining. F. aurea, another Cape species, has a yellow tint, and small flowers, and is a gardener's variety only, with no market value. Freesia Armstrongi, a name given to the variety by Herrn Tubergen when it bloomed, was employed as the pollen parent in crossing with F. refracta alba, and the cross originated the F. Tubergeni varieties. By compar- ison with F. refracta alba, the flowers of F. Armstrongi are considerably smaller, but the value of the hybrids consists in their lovely tints, and more numerous flowers. F. Armstrongi differs from F. refracta alba in its weaker habit, its less stiff pose and weaker flower stalks which reach an unusual height, and the many side flower-shoots produced. The chief flower stalks carry from 9-12 flow- ers and the side stalks mostly 6-8 each, as against a total number of 8-9 on F. refracta alba. F. Armstrongi was next crosser by Herrn Tubergen with the largest flowered F. r. alba, snow white and des- titute of all spotting, the last named being the seed bear- ing parent ; and the male, the most intensive in color of the varieties he had. Several hundred of seedlings of this cross have been raised, of carmine and rose tints, with many gradations; and some differences in habit. The darkest in color and strongest in growth will be selected for perpetuation, and for use in future cross- ings; and some of these were shown at the Haarlem Show, obtaining the Golden Medal, as being the most "valuable quality." Some continued crosses of F. refracta, F. r. alba and F. Leichtlini with F. Tubergeni, have given in the sec- ond generation, quite other results. Along with many valueless varieties, a certain percentage of desirable new forms and rare colors in the flowers may be anticipated ; and thus far, the results have been satisfactory, and tints produced hardly to be hoped for in Freesias. One va- riety, which from the first, exhibited great vigor of growth and flowers of a soft mauve color, has received the name F. Tubergeni Amethyst, and is already in com- merce; and it promises to be much sought after. The variety received an award of merit at a recent meeting of the R. H. S. in London. OTHE^ si^E^oi^vr^ In Honor of the ivxjj\(I:be^ic S. A. F. Twenty=Fifth Anniversary At CINCINNATI This will be an issue of exceptional interest and will be widely circulated and widely read. Its value as an advertising medium for all floral and horticultural material cannot be over estimated. S. A. F. trade is always worth a special effort at Convention time. Send your order in early and it will have our best attention. 72 HORTICULTURE July 17, 1909 NEWS OF THE CLUBS AND SOCIETIES A JOINT MEETING AT MINNEAPO- LIS. The Minnesota State Florists' Asso- ciation held their first field meeting this season at the Rose Garden of the Minneapolis Park Department on July 2. 1909. At the same time the Minne- sota Rose Society had a meeting there, also. The attendance was not very large, probably on account of the ex- tremely hot weather. The rose garden is located on Lyn- dale Park, near the northeast corner of Lake Harriet. On all sides it is screened with woods, protecting it from the cold, dry, northwestern winds. There are sixty-four beds (one va- riety to each bed), two-thirds of which are planted with H. R.; the rest with H. T. On one end there are four large beds with Rugosas and the whole is enclosed with a fence along which there are climbers. Outside of the fence the grounds are planted out with different wild roses. The garden was planted only last year and considering this it looked very good and promis- ing. Among the H. R. the following stood the climate test best so far: Francois Michelon, Mabel Morrison, Clio, Gen- eral Jacqueminot, Helen Keller, Magna Charta, Pride of Waltham, Mrs. John Laing, Perfection des Blanches, Gloire de Margottin, Jules Margottin. In H. T. : Lady Moyra Beuclerc, Pink Co- ohet. White Maman Cochet, La France, Killarney, and Gruss an Teplitz win- tered very well, are making good growth and are very free bloomers. In climbers the Polyanthas did not do so well, except Rubin, which came through the winter very good. The Wiehuraianas fared better than the above and with but few exceptions did very well. Houle de Neige, Due de Rohan, Mai^ chioness of Downshire, Countess of Rosberry, Alfred Williams, Duchess ot Fife, Richmond, Mme. Abel Chatenay, Jennie Dickson, Xavier Olibo, Victor Hugo, Marchioness ot Dufferin, Louise Van Houtte and Bertha Gleman got very badly winter-killed and it looks as if some of these varieties will have to be discarded. All in all the Rose Garden is proof that roses can be growi even in this severe climate. It is educating the people, they come and see the roses, take the names down of those that are doing well and in this way influence the nurseryman to get the variety they want, and not something "just as good." The inspection of the garden being over, the members of the two associa- tions retired to a shady spot, where Mr. Wirth gave a short talk on the prepa- ration of the rose garden, explaining the original lay of the land and the changes that had to be made to get a garden with good exposure and drainage. A walk was taken from here to the greenhouses, where the peren- nials were inspected, refreshments served and the picnic committee re- ported that the picnic would take place on July 15 at Big Island, Lake Minne- tonka. SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLOR- ISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS. What Is the Matter with Cincinnati? The writer has just returned from a visit to Cincinnati in regard to Con- vention matters, and after a thorough canvass of the situation is prepared to most emphatically state that both Cin- cinnati and the Cincinnati florists are ••All Right." Thej- seem to have anttcipated every difilculty and every discomfort which might arise to their visitors and have taken effective steps to avoid them. They say unanimously that Cincinnati is not so hot a place as people think, but as they have learned that the im- pression has gone out that e.xception- ally hot weather is likely to be ex- perienced at the convention time, they are taking steps to avoid that discom- fort all along the line. They have de- cided not to decorate the hall, which would cost $150 or $200, but instead to put all of that money into extra ven- tilating fans so that there will be a good breeze 'stirring in every part of the hall and visitors will be perfectly comfortable at a . times. At the Gib- son House, which will be headquarters, they have arranged that a fan will be furnished in every room, without charge, for all those who engage rooms in advance. The President's reception will not be held in a stuffy hotel ball-room, but will take place outdoors in a park up on a hill where the cool breezes play and where the absence of a vest or even a coat will not cause comment. After the reception there are great do- ings in store, but the writer is sworn to secrecy regarding them for the pres- ent. The arrangements for bowling are admirable. The alleys are ideal and it is stated that no one can get hot there unless from the violence of his own physical exertions or from mental an- guish caused by failing to make as many strikes as he would like. Friday will be devoted to an excur- sion by boat up the river to a large island maintained as an amusement park. Here also much secrecy was maintained and many knowing looks were exchange- among the local men regarding the "stunts" which were to be pulled off. I did hear accidentally, however, something about a barbecue^ an ox and two or three sheep to be roasted whole, and it was stated that the ball game would be held at this place in the afternoon. Take it all in all, the prospects for a comfortable time and a most enjoyable one could not be better. Superintendent Murphy is the busiest man ever these days. He has already sold over ten thousand feet of exhi- bition space and says that the way in- quiries and applications are coming in there is no doubt but what all avail- able space will be taken, even though the full space is three or four times as great as at Niagara Falls. His address is William L. Murphy, 311 Main Street, Cincinnati, and those who have not al- ready arranged for exhibition space should take heed that they make ap- plication at once or it mav be too late. W. N. RUDD, Secretarv. July 9, 1909. PITTSBURGH FLORISTS' AND GAR- DENERS' CLUB. Since the abandonment of our old hall after the April meeting, owing to the construction of a new building on its site, the club has been meeting in the rooms of the different cut flower commission houses. This arrangement will probably continue during the summer and early fall months, while the attendance at the meetings is com- paratively small. The meeling of Tuesday, July 6th, was held in the rooms of the McCallum Co. Picnic committee reported in favor of Key- stone Park for Thursday, July 15th. When the subject of the S. A. F. Convention, Aug. 17-20, at Cincinnati, was brought up, it developed that there would probably be a good at- tendance from our club and the presi- dent appointed E. C. Reinemann to take charge of the transportation ar- rangements. The only exhibit was a large one of potted fancy caladiums by the North Bide Park Conservatories. Jas. Moore, foreman. The size and fine quality of the exhibit drew much commendation and a vote of thanks was given Mr. Moore. There will be no August meeting. Subject for the September meeting: "Gladioli and Sea.sonable Fiov/ers." H. I". JOSLIN, Se'!v. ST. LOUIS FLORIST CLUB. The last meeting of the current year of the St. Louis Florist Club took place on Thursday afternoon, July S. Only twenty members were in attendance including all the officers. The present officers have been very faithful, having missed very few meetings during this term. The secretary stated that half of the delinquent members had paid up and the other half were given until the August meeting before being dropped from the rolls. The trustees reported that all arrangements for the annual outing on July 21st, at Romonii Park were complete. Everything will be free for the florists and their friends without any expense to the club. The list of prizes is large and valuaWe. A letter was received from the St. Louis Horticultural Society asking the members to co-operate in giving a fall flower show and the Club showed its good will by voting to assist and to provide cash prizes for $50 to be com- peted for by local growers only. W. C. Smith who will this year have charge of local S. A. F. matte; s slated that he had arranged with the Big Four R. R. for a special car known as the Florists' Special for the trip to Cincinnati. He has quite a good list of names already and expects to fill his car. Officers were nominated as follows: Frank J, Fillmore and W. C. Young for president, John Cnnnon and Henry Kahrs for lice-president, J. J. Beneke for secretary, William C. Smith for treasurer and Fred H. Weber and A. J. Bentzen for a thiee-year term trus- tee. Nominations are still open and election will talce place at the August meeting. The question came up as to holding out-door meetings during the mon'hs of .\\ignst and September. A. J. Bentzen invites the Club to hold its July 17, 1909 HORTI CULTURE 73 Au^isl meeting at his place and on a vote the invitation was accepted. For the September meeting Frank Weber of the H. J. Weber & Sons N'lirsery Co.. also invited the Club to meet at their grounds and the kind invitation was also accepted. NATIONAL SWEET PEA SOCIETY. (Continued fi-oin uur Issue of List week.) At the session on Wednesday even- ing an interesting discussion lollowed Prof. Craig's paper on the desirability of establishing test gardens. It being staled that the Cornell staff at Ilhaca would be glad to take up the work and thai there was abundant ground there for the plantations, the proposi- tion was favorably acted upon ind a committtee consisting of Prof. Craig, A. T. Boddington, Maurice Fuld and William Sim was appointed to co- operate on behalf of the Society. On Thursday evening a final session was held at which the usual resolu- tions were passed and announcement made of a committee meeting at Cin- cinnati at the time of the S. A. F. Convention The attendance of the public at the exhibition was very small although the New York daily papers gave considerable space to an account of it. The banquet on Wednesday evening was a very pleasant affair. Thirty gentlemen were present and re- marks were made by every one, J. Austin Shaw contributing a poem full of congratulatory sentiments. The Awards. Howard Gould, gardener Harry Tur- ner, won the Boddington cup; William Duckham the W. Atlee Burpee cup, first prize of the Morris County Gar- deners' and Florists' Society, first Wat- kins and Simpson prize and one special mention; W. W. Rawson & Co., the Peter Henderson & Co. cup, the W. Atlee Burpee prize, the Harry A. Bun- yard prize, first John Young prize, the Frank H. Traendly prize, the C. C. Morse Co.'s prize, the Chas. H. Totty prize and the A. T. Bodding- ton prize, and three seconds and two third prizes; Chas. R. Hedden, W. W. Rawson silver medal, one third prize and two special mentions; Hon Seth Low. gardener Hugh Birch, the Slumpp & Walter prize, the H. A. Dreer prize, the J. M. Thorburn & Co. prize, the F. R. Pierson Co. prize, the Florists' Exchange prize, the Jerome B. Rice prize, the H. E. nske Co. prize, five seconds and one third; A. T. Bodding- ton. the C. C. Morse & Co. cup; A. T. DeLaMare, the H. F. Michell prize and one second; T. S. Ormiston. gardener J. F. Anderson, the Harry Turner prize and two thirds. Lager & Hur- rell, honorable mention for display of orchids. Special mention to Howard Gould for Acalypha Sanderiana his- pida. Rosary Flower Co. for table decoration. Julius Roehrs Co. for dec- orative plants and orchids. Jos. A. Man da for orchids and John Lewis Childs for callas and iris. CLUB AND SOCIETY NOTES. The florists of Indianapolis are ar- ranging for their picnic in the near future. The Kentucky Society of Florists ■will have their picnic at Stower's grove, July 22. The Maryland State Horticultural So- ciety will hold its summer meeting at Field op 2-Year Pkony (jceen Victoria Gilbert H. 'V\'iM, Sarcoxie. Mo. Mountain Lake Park, July 31 and Au- gust 1, 2, 3. The Massachusetts Horticultural So- ciety will hold a sweet pea exhibition ill Horticultural Hall, Boston, on July 17 and IS. The Georgia State Horticultural Society will hold its annual meeting in the Hotel Georgian. Athens, Ga., on August 1 and 5, opening at 10.30 a? m. The program presents an attractive array of topics tor consideration. OBITUARY. Mrs. Godfrey Aschmann. Margaret B. Aschmann, wife of God- frey Aschmann, died July 10, in her C4th year. The funeral services were held on Wednesday, at 2 p. m., at her late residence, 1012 W. Ontario St., Philadelphia. Interment was private, at CheUen Hills. Philip Hagenburger. Philip Hagenburger, for thirty-five years florist for the Lake Shore Rail- road, in charge of decorations between Buffalo and Toledo, died suddenly at his home in Mentor, Ohio, on July 5, at the age of 64. A wife and four children survive him. Mrs. John E. Haines. Word reached Philadelphia by tele- phone on the morning of July 13, re- cording the death of Mrs. John E. Haines, Bethlehem, Pa., wife of the well known carnation grower. A. C. Ullrich. Adam C. Ullrich, a native of Ger- many and one of the old-time florists of Irontou, Ohio, died on June 27 at the age of J^o. Eight sons and a daugh- ter survive him. During Recess GARDENERS' AND FLORISTS' CLUB OF BOSTON. The annual club picnic will be held at Randolph Grove. Randolph, Mass., on Wednesday. July 28, 1909. To reach the picnic grounds: Take any elevated, tunnel or surface car in Boston to Dudley Street; from there take any electric car to Mattapan, wher'e a Randolph, Avon and Brockton electric passes the grounds; running time about one hour. A circular giving full list of sporting events is ready for dis- tribution. There will be an unusually attrac- tive collection of prizes for the various athletic events, donated by club mem- bers and firms. Tickets for gentlemen are 50 cents each and are procurable only from Peter M. Miller, 32 South Market St., Boston. No tickets will be sold after July 24. J. P. A. Guerineau will captain the Commercial base ball team, while R. W. Curtis will captain the Privates, All necessary particulars concerning sports and other matters will be found in the circular. Good weather only is necessary to make the coming pic- nic the best ever. The club will hold a field day with W. B. Whittier & Co., Framingham Nurseries, on August 14; the Eastern Nurseries, Holliston, will also be visited if time permits. On September 11 a field day will be held with W. H. Wyman at the Bay State Nurseries. No. Abington. A cordial invitation is extended to any who are not club members to at- tend the picnic and have a pleasurable day, also to be present at the field days. W. N. CRAIG, Secretary. A. G. Burtnett. Abraham Garrison Burtnett, a for- mer florist in Maiden Lane, New York city, died at his home in Brohxville on July 5, aged 72. The institute of the State Board of Horticulture held at University City, Mo., for three days was largely at- tended and one of the most successful ever held by the organization. About 150 of the visitors were guests of l\Iayor Lewis at luncheon on Wednes- day and a banquet was tendered the members at Shaw's Garden, St. Louis, on Thursday noon. 74 HORTICULTURE July 17. 1909 RELICS OF THE SAN FRANCrSCO FIRE. An especially difficult feat of land- scape gardening that has taken the time of six men for nearly two weeks, was accomplished by the MacRorie, Mc- Laren Co., when two huge thirty-foot specimen Phoenix canariensis were re- moved from the abandoned residence of H. E. Huntington on the top of Nob Hill, San Francisco, and transported a distance of five hundred miles to his new residence at Los Robles, near San Gabriel, Cal. Palm-moving is quite an every-day occurrence in California, but I question whether any have ever been moved such a great distance with so much success. The accompanying illustra- tions will give a fairly good idea of the size of the palms. Each palm when boxed weighed eighteen tons, and a string of ten horses was required in order to transport the palms to the railway station, a distance of two miles, through some of the busiest streets in San Francisco. The palms figured were also of more than ordinary interest to the citizens of San Francisco, having stood there for over twenty years. In addition to this fact, they might be classed as mo.st interesting relics of the earth- quake-fire of 1906, at which time Mr. Huntington's magnificent residence was destroyed, along with everything in that district. The fire stripped the palms completely of their foliage, leav- ing only the bare and blackened stems. Since that time, in the course of three years, fresh growth has been made by them, new well-developed crowns have appeared and they bid fair to become two of the most interesting objects on the Huntington estate. The work of removal was under the supervision of D. MacRorie, and from start to finish was done without a hitch. WM. McM. BROWN. CIVIC IMPROVEMENT IN CHICAGO. On July 3rd the Commercial Club made public its plans for the enlarge- ment and beautification of the city of Chicago. The work of this club has covered a period of thirty months and is submitted in a lC4-page volume, giv- ing detailed plans and pictures of pro- posed changes that will show the new Chicago in a harmony of parks, boule- vards, plazas, public buildings, and per- haps most needed of all. systematized traffic. First is the improvement of the lake front by building out into the lake a park and lagoon to run the length of the lake front and the establishment of a big harbor at the river's mouth. Second, the creating of a system of four highways outside the city with cross-roads conveying to the heart of the city like a spider's web. Third, improvement of railway terminals. Fowrth, the acquisition of the long- talked-of outer park system. This pro- vides for the buying up of the natural forests surrounding Chicago on three sides. Fifth, refers to the more sys- tematic arrangement of the streets; and sixth, to the centers of intellectual life and civic administration. As the club realizes, the first step now is to educaJ^p the people up to it Tlie pro- posed changes are illustrated by a se- ries of paintings, drawings and de- signs exhibited in the Art Institute and opened to the public, July 12th. These are the original paintings by Jules Guerin, Ferdinand Janin and other artists, and the photographs are of the beauty spots of otber cities. This movement has been under way ever since the World's Fair, and the long struggle for the improvement of the city will be appreciated by people all over the country. Louisiana, Mo. — Stark Bros. Nurser- ies & Orchards Co. have elected A. E. Senteny secretary, to succeed the late Hon. Eugene Stark; Eugene Duncan, director; and William, son of W. P. Stark, assistant treasurer. THE SECOND NATIONAL APPLE SHOW. Widespread as was the interest in the first national apple show last win- ter, when growers from various dis- t'icts in the Northwest and South and other parts of the continent exhibited their choicest fruit in competitions, ranging from a full car of 640 boxes to a single apple, there are already many indications that the second ex- position, planned for the week of De- cember 6 at the state armory In Spo- kane, will bring even greater results in popularizing the apple as a national fruit and food. Ren H. EiCE Sci'.v M'a'r of Natioual Apple Show, 1909. The board of trustees, headed by E. F. Cartier Van Dissel, has plans in hand which will give more room than was allotted last year, when 75,- 000 square feet of floor space was filled to overflowing, making it neces- sary to refuse exhibits after the open- ing day, as no additional room could be prepared to accommodate them. Tlie original organization, headed by Louie W. Hill of St. Paul, president of the Great Northern Railway Com- pany, has been maintained with two changes in the executive board. Harry J. Neely becomes first vice-president, succeeding L. F. Williams, retired, and Ren H. Rice succeeds Mr. Neely as secretary-manager, with headquar- ters in room 216 of the Hutton build- ing, Spokane, where a staff is already at work preparing for the coming show. "The show will be complete in every detail,'' said Secretary Rice in making the preliminary announcement, "and advices already to hand indicate that we shall have even a greater variety of exhibits than in 1908." Miivlus Large Palms. Denver, Colo. — Albert E. Mauff has fili'd a complaint against the State Horticultural Board charging that Mrs. Martha Shute is drawing the salary of secretary while another per- son holds the appointment. July IT, 1909 horticulture: 76 BOUGAINVILLEA GLABRA SANDE- RIANA UNDER GLASS. It is seldom that Bougainvilleas of any species are planted out in beds of soil, but they are almost universally cultivated in pots, with the results that the plants make an extraordinary vig- orous growth and bloom sparsely; yet the culture of the plants is of the simplest kind when planted out in a properly prepared bed of soil, and the flowering period lasts for nearly six months, and includes the winter sea- son at which time the plants afford the best paying blooms for cutting pur- poses. The method of treatment pursued by Max Mayer, gardener at Schloss Tut- slng, as given by him in "MoUer's Deutsche Gartner-Zeitung," No. 24, 19U9, is as follows: '■In the months of January or Feb- ruary short cuttings in a soft condi- tion are taken and struck in the propa- gating house or dung bed frame, in silver sand washed clean of all loamy particles. The cuttings should be placed in the bed in a slanting direc- tion, and not more than one-half an inch deep; the temperature of the bed being 73 degrees to S2 degrees Fahren- heit. By the more moderate degree of warmth they make roots in three t(j four weeks. Cuttings taken from the upper branches root more quickly than others. The rooted cuttings should bf. potted in light rich soil mixed with a loamy kind, and placed in a warm dung-bed. When well rooted they may be afforded manure water at frequent intervals, and in the month of July receive frequent pinching of the points of the shoots. In August the plants may be set out, without any disturb- ance of the ball, on a bed placed in the middle of a span-roofed house pro- vided with portable lights, and means of heating. The bed must be provided with good drainage and a layer of de- cayed manure, with a layer of rather heavy soil topped w-ith a lighter de- scription. The plants should stand in this bed at about 3 feet apart, and the entire soil of the bed built up to a height of about 3 feet. When the plants are established in the soil, the lights should be removed, and not brought into use until cold threatens at night. During rainy weather the lights should be put on the roof. Syringe the plants morning and' evening, and apply shading at about mid-day, when the sun's rays are fierce. In order to mature the young wood and cause the fall of the older leaves let the soil be kept dry from the end of the month of August. As soon as the glass house must be heated, it is time to commence to afford water to the plants and to take care that as great an amount of sunlight as possible reaches them. With the above described treatment the plants develop fine bloom in the first year in December. "In the second year during and aRer flowering, afford manure, pinch the shoots and train the plants. The lights should be removed earlier the second year than in the first. According to the time of year when the plants are required to flower, so must the dry period commence. Aged plants can be brought into flower at the beginning of November. FREDERICK MOORE. CARNATION BRITTANNIA AS A POT PLANT. H. A. Barnard of Low's sends the accompanying picture, remarking that as nearly all the carnation growers whom he met on his recent tour in America spoke of Britannia as a fail- ure, he is glad to be able to present so good an evidence of its worth. The plant illustrated was exhibited at the Temple Show. It was 2 years and 5 months old and carried 12 flowers, 58 developed buds and 219 flowering growths, the flowers measuring 3 1-2 inches in diameter. It was propagated in January, 1907. flowered in a 7-inch pot all the following winter until lat- ter part of June; was re-potted into a 10-inch pot in July, 1908, and flow- ered from the following autumn. It is only fair to state that it was fed ex- clusively on Low's Carnation Fertil- izer for the past 9 months. It has been often suggested that pot-grown carna- tion plants would be a welcome addi- tion to the exhibition of the American Carnation Society. Perhaps the fore- going may have a suggestive value to our carnation growers in that respect. TOTTY LEASES FLORHAM FARMS GREENHOUSES. C. H. Totty has leased the Florham Farms Greenhouses at Madison, N. J., which have been under Mr. Herring- ton's management hitherto. It is an immense plant and affords Mr. Totty a big field for the enterprise and busi- ness ability which he has displayed in so marked a degree since establishing himself commercially in Madison a few years ago. We know of no one better entitled to the good wishes of the trade, and HORTICULTURE cordially joins in the congratulation. NEW PUBLIC PARKS AND GAR- DENS IN GERMANY. As an evidence of the astonishing progress and wealth of the towns in Germany we may state that the mu- nicipality of Heidelberg has sanctioned the payment of 421,000 M. for a new central cemetery on the right bank of the Neckar. Mannheim is about to lay out a park of about 100 hectars for a sum of 293,000 M., according to the estimate of the town landscape gar- dener F. Keerl, who will be entrusted with the carrying out of the work. PROPAGATING ARAUCARIA EX- CELSA. Editor HORTICULTURE; Allow m'e to give L. M., your in- quirer on page 42 of HORTICUL- TURE, more complete directions for propagating Araucaria excelsa. As is well known all branches of the Norfolk Island pine will root but only cuttings of the leader will give sym- metrical plants. To get a large amount of leaders, cut the leader and soon several adventitious buds on the main stem between the branches of the top whorl will start to grow. Some growers simply girdle the leader to produce the breaking. One grower of my acquaintance makes a cut immedi- ately under the top whorl, puts a bit ot charcoal in it ttj keep it open and mosses it, cutting it off and potting it as soon as the moss is filled with roots. By which ever method used the prac- tice is the same after the top whorl has broken. When the new breaks are 3 or 4 inches long they are carefully removed with a heel and put in the cutting bench; the whorl is cut off and the plant carefully grown on. Soon the next whorl breaks and the treatment is the same, and the same process is re- peated until each whorl has given several terminal cuttings. In this way each plant is made to produce 20 or more cuttings, according to the num- ber of whorls of branches, that will produce symmetrical plants, specimens just as good as are imported. B. A PROFITLESS NARCISSUS. Editor HORTICULTURE: — Two years ago last fall I purchased from our local sedsman and planted two thousand of the double white nar- cissus, Alba plena odorata. The next spring the foliage and spikes looked to be in good condition and the plants were full of flower buds. But the buds never opened; they seemed to blast and rot without passing beyond the bud stage. From the two thou- sand bulbs I got one hundred and twenty-five cut flowers. I thought it might be due to an unfavorable winter, so I did not dig up and throw away the bulbs, but mulched them well and waited anxiously to see what they would do this spring. The same thing was repeated, but a little worse than the preceding year. I scarcely got a uundred blooms from the two thou- sand bulbs. I might mention that the bulbs are planted in two separate lots about three-quarters of a mile apart on widely different soil. Under the circumstances do you tbinl: it worth while to keep these bulbs any longer, or would you throw thom away now? I would very much like to grow this flower, as it comes just at a time when I can use it to advantage. Yours respectfully, EMSWORTH. Alba plena odorata is not a profit- able bulb to grow, outdoor or under glass. I have tried this for three years, but the loss is too great. It is about the average that you get 6 to 10 per cent, flowers. While the narcis- sus keeps on growing right along, just before flowering the buds dry up; therefore, I should not trouble any longer with the bulbs. WILLIAM S. JURGENS. 76 HOKTl CULTURE, July 17, 1909 HEACOCK'S KENTIAS Our stock consists of healthy, HOME-GROWN WELL ESTABLISHED Plants. Keniia Belmoreana '^''•' Each. Doz. 6-in. pot, 6 to 7 leaves, 22 to 24 in. high fl.OO 112.00 6-in. pot, 6 to 7 leaves, 24 to 26 in. high 1.25 15.00 6-in. pot, 6 to 7 leaves, 26 to 28 in. high 1.50 18.00 9-in. tub, 6 to 7 leaves, 42 to 48 in. high 5.00 Kentia Forsteriana Each. Per doz. G-in. pot, 5 to 6 leaves, 28 to 30 in. high $1.00 $12.00 6-in. pot, fi leaves, 30 to 32 in. high 1.25 15.00 G-in. pot, 6 leaves, 34 to 36 in. high 1.50 18.00 Made=up Kentia Forsteriana 9-in. tub, 4 plants, 42 to 48 in. high $ 4,00 each 12-in. tub, 4 plants, 6 feet high, heavy 15.00 each 12-in. tub, 4 plants, 6 to 8 feet high, heavy 20.00 each Joseph Heacock Co., wyncote. pa. IMPATIENS HOLSTII NANA LIEG- NITZIA. (Translated.) On the occasion of a visit paid to a little flower show at Schweidnitz in Silesia in search of what was new, I came upon a group, hidden in a very unfavorable half-dark part of the hall, of Impatiens Holstii in flower, whose dwarf, compact growth and close flowers of a vermillion color arrested my attention. Impatiens Holstii nana Liegnitzia, the raiser, Oskar Otto of Liegnitz, had named it, and I will ac- knowledge the name openly pleased me not, for I do not like the Latin- izing of plant names so long as one is in the position to give a German name to a new plant or variety that will be- come popular among the people as a new child among flowers. Still, this apart, this Red Riding Hood impatiens quickly pleased me, and 1 named her Fleissige Lieschen von Liegnitz, on the spur of the moment — a very pass- able name. This pretty child among flowers was noted down, and shown at the great exhibition at Berlin. Convinced of the good points of this novelty, I undertook the distribution commercially of the variety, and was a witness during the days of the exhibi- tion, how readily the public took to the little plant. Ach! See how sweet, how charming is the Fleissige Lieschen, and how distinct the coloring, and how modest. And the idea took me to imagine how a group of the azure blue Clematis Lazurstern (Goos and Koenemann) would look with an edg- ing of the same. This novelty was selling well the entire year — in the spring as a pot- plant, and more especially as an edg- JOHN WATERER & SON, Ltd. American Nursery Bagshot, England Are Specialists ia tlie REALLY HARDY VARIETIES of Rhododendron Hybrids and in Select Varieties of Hardy Border Plants Box Trees »i <«h« EVERGREENS for Tobs "^ Boies Our Prices are Alwav* Right — Catalog Free THE NEW ENGLAND NURSERIES, Inc. ing plant in the garden, or as filling for flower beds of one color, in partial shade, and in full sunshine. Also in the autumn it was still being sold as a window plant, where it would blossom all the winter, at least in a spot where a modicum of the sun's rays could reach the plant. — Bmil Chaste, Wil- mersdorf, in Die Oarteincelt, May 21, 1909. (An illustration in colors in the above corroborates the writer's encomiums.) Hardy Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Con- ifers, Clematis, H. P. Roses, Shrubs and Herbaceous Plants from our HOLLAND NURSERIES Prices Moderate • UUWLK^tKik, P.O. No.l, Hoboken.N.JT EVER TRIED JAPAN GROWN GALIAS? If not, try them to con- vince yovi of their superior quality. Not affected by . disease. Bulbs very solid, grown one season in loam to make them tit for long voyage. Shipment ex- pectedendof July. Prices on application. THE YOKOHAMA NURSERY CO. 31 BARCLAY STREET, NEW YORK In ordering goods please add "I saw it In HORTICULTURE." July 17. 1909 HOKTi culture: 77 Seed Trade AMERICAN SEED TRADE ASSOCIA- TION. Preslrtent, J. C. Robinson, Waterloo, Neb.; I'^irst Vice-rresideut. M. H, Duryea, New York: Second Vice-President, F. W. Bolgiano, Washington. D. C. ; Secretary- Treasurer. <'. 10. Kendel, Cleveland, Ohio; Assistant Secretary, Leonard H. Vaughan, Chicago. WHOLESALE SEEDSMEN'S LEAGUE. F. W. Bruggerhof, Pres. ; Burnet Land- ceth, Sec'y. Secretary Wilson's Reported Retire- ment. The report that Secretary James Wilson of the National Department of Agriculture is to retire December, next. will be read by the seed trade with in- terest. That Mr. Wilson is a most adroit politician no one will deny. In fact it has often been said that he was the most skillful politician in any of the administrations with which' he has been identified. No charge against Mr. Wilson's personal in- tegrity has ever been made by any responsible person and nothing of the sort is intended here, but without wishing to discuss the Secretary in a general way, it may be said that he was no friend of the seedsmen. Dur- ing his administration the free seed evil has attained enormous propor- tions, growing from around 11,000,000 pkts. in 1S!)6, to 60,000,000 for 1910. It cannot be claimed that the Secretary is in no wise responsible for this great increase in the distribution of free seeds, for though he probably has not specifically asked for it he has not opposed it, while many of his sub- ordinates, like greedy cormorants, have continually asked for more. Many of these siibordinates have spoken in con- temptuous and disparaging terms of the seedsmen of the United States, and it is earnestly hoped that his suc- cessor will break up many of the bureatis or bureaucracies which have grown up under his administration. The Hon. Charles Frederick Scott of Kansas, who report says has been slated as Mr. Wilson's successor, is a newspaper man, but regardless of his profession it is hoped he will not con- tinue the policy of antagonizing so important an industry as the seed busi- ness. The Corn Crop. According to the statistician of the New York Produce Exchange, this year's corn crop is to be 3,000,000,000 bushels, easily the largest ever raised, and indicates of course a high condi- tion of the crop. If field corn is in such fine condition sugar corn is probably not lagging much, and in fact, reports from the West, including Ohio and Nebraska, would bear out this statement, but in New York and New England quite the reverse is the case, and particularly New York. Out- side of Monroe and Washington coun- ties, but little sugar corn seed is raised in New Y'ork state, though thousands of acres are grown for can- ning. At the present time, with a tew exceptions, this corn is not at all promising, and will have a hard time reaching the canning state before frost, while its chances of making seed UNEEDMEV: BERMUDA ONION SEED SEND CONTRACT ORDERS AT ONCE FOR 1910.— Don't Delay. — DO iT MOW. Read what nly customers say about me: — "More than pleased." "Your shipment reached us first." " We have splendid reports from the results of your Seeds." " Will give you all of our future business." " Germination is good." WHITE CRYSTAL WAX: EARLIEST OF ALL White Bermuda: White and Red FEDERICO C. VARELA TENERIFFE CANARY expert onion seed grower ISLANDS) AND EXPORTER SOTiVI^E^S We are Headquaiters for Plant StakBS of all kinds. We contract for enor- mous quantities, and can quote special prices in large lots. NO. 10 STEEL WIRE, GALVANIZED toot 3 4 4% 6% Per 100 ...$0.43 ... .55 ... .65 .75 ... .83 ... 1.00 ... 1.10 ... 1.20 ... 1.30 Per 1000 $3.75 4.50 5.50 6 25 7.25 8.10 9.00 10.50 12.00 NO. 8 STEEL WIRE, GALVANIZED For staking American Beauty and other strong roses per 100 Per IIXK) 2 foot $0.55 $5.25 2V, " 70 6.50 3 " 80 7.50 3y. " M5 9.00 4 " " 1.10 10.00 41'" " 1.25 11.00 5 " ■' 1.40 12.00 6 " 1.60 15.25 7 " 2.00 17..50 S " 2.25 19.75 Write for our Midsummer Wholesale Catalogue. Henry F. Michell Co., MMiik^is^Pliiiadelpliia, Pa. are very much less. However, with the right conditions, corn can make rapid growth and it is not at all safe to iigure on a failure just yet. LEONARD SEED CO. CONTRACT GROWERS AND WHOLESALE DEALERS BEANS, PEAS, SWEET CORN, ONION, GARDEN SEEDS ggr^A'^IlKDs Get Our Prices k. KilfzSSVx^RBBT. C H I C AC O tion to their seed warehouse and bids are in order. Shenandoah, la. — The Henry Field Seed Co. declared an 8 per cent divi- dend at their annual meeting on July 1. Columbus, O. — The Livingston Seed Co. will locate their mail order and seed departments in the new building recently leased by them. Yankton, S. D.— The Gurney Seed Co. have purchased additional land to accommodate their increasing busi- ness and will erect a modern brick and concrete seed warehouse 72 x 76. Aschersleben, Germany. — Gustave Jaensch has retired from the firm of G. Jaensch & Co. and Lorenz Zopez is made first director. Mr. Zopez has carried on the seed business under the name of Carl Kampf for the past five years. Pea Prospect. Peas have not improved since last report, and unless all reports are mis- leading, there will be a short crop o£ seed. " How short cannot be stated at present, but estimates will be made in a few weeks. Michigan is the chief sufferer, and it is due to lack of rain. Wisconsin seems to be in better condition, but reports from there are more or less conflicting, and the true condition cannot be given as confidently as that of Michigan. As to other crops, no material change has been noted, but the crisis will soon be reached for better or worse. A Good Outlook. Business with the seedsmen Is well nigh over for this season, excepting for the sale of turnips, spinach, and late planting of beans, but the latter is a relatively small matter, and most of the business is of a routine char- acter. It the volume of next year's business equals this, there will be lit- tle complaint, and present indications are certainly favorable. Notes. Oklahoma City, Okla.— The Western Seed Co. is in bankruptcy. Fremont, Neb.— The Western Seed & Irrigation Co. will make an addi- Mum Canes What you want now 7 to 8 ft. $7.00 1000 Wm. Elliott & Sons 42 Vesey St., New York 78 H ORTICU LT U R & July 17, 1909 SEED LEGISLATION, ITS USES AND ABUSES. Prof L. H. Pammel, Iowa State Col- lege of Agriculture, presented a valu- able paper on the above topic before the American Seed Trade Association at Niagara Falls. He said that cheap seeds mean poor seeds. The passage of laws in Europe while improving quality there has thrown poor quality seeds on the market here. Seed test- ing work originated by Dr. Nobbe, at Tharandt, Germany, in 1867, revealed startling conditions in the German trade in seeds. Later, other control stations started in other parts of Europe and laws were enacted cor- recting abuses. Pioneer work was done in this country* by Dr. Jenkins, of Connecticut thirty years ago. Sub- sequently by McCarthy, N. C; Dr. Beal, Mich., Butz, Penna.; Deval, Selby and Hicks, Ohio; Hillman, Nov.; Roberst and Freeman, Kansas; Har- vey, Maine: Garman, Ky.; Stewart, Rolfs, Pammel and King, Iowa; Jones, Vt.; Hicks, Pieters, Brown, Key, Hill- man, of U. S. Dept. of Agriculture; Clark, Paton, Saunders of Canada. This work has revealed the necessity of laws to restrict the sale of seeds containing weed impurities, and to de- mand a reasonable standard of vi- tality. The average gardener and all small consumers depend for their seeds upon the seedsmen, who must therefore furnish a good quality, rea- sonably free from noxious weeds and showing reasonably good germination. The farmer is anxious to put all blame on seed merchant, and the seed mer- chant claims that he cannot be held responsible for seed after it has left his hands. The farmer in many cases is responsible for weediness of seeds. Tests made by the writer and Miss Charlotte M. King in the spring of 1908 and 1909 on the vitality of grass and clover seeds showed results in field tests lower than in incubator and greenhouse tests, more strikingly so during the unfavorable season of 1909. The lecturer believed it would not be wise to fix by law a standard of purity and vitality as in Iowa but better to allow a commission to fix these every • year, especially as to vitality. Seed will vary as to germinating power, de- pending on many factors. Prof. Hol- den has shown how poor the vitality of corn was in Iowa under different conditions there. The same is true of other seeds. For a federal commis- sion let the members be the Secretary of Agriculture, a seed expert and a seedsman; in the case of states, the commission to consist of the State Botanist, the director of the experi- ment station and a seedsman. States should have uniform laws, so that seedsmen can adjust themselves to them; no law should be passed that cannot be honestly and fairly well en- forced, and buyer and seller should be equally considered. Laws should specify what noxious weeds are pro- hibited, and when these are present they should be specified on the label. Every law should contain sections on adulteration of seed. Substitutions of Canadian Blue Grass for Kentucky Blue Grass or Fescue for Awnless Brome Grass should not be tolerated nor should seeds be misbranded. The farmer should be held equally respon- sible with the seed merchant, and sub- ject to the same laws without any favoritism to him. Clover and grass fields should be inspected before har- vesting, by an expert, and those foul with weeds should not be harvested. The various experiment stations should publish more bulletins about seeds. The lecturer doubted the wis- dom of publishing the names of seed merchants who have sold seeds found to be below standard requirements. Co-operation is wanted between all in- terests, seedsmen, farmers and seed merchants. Imported seeds from Eu- rope should be rigidly inspected, and importations stopped of seeds contain- ing Canadian Blue Grass, Canada Thistle and Dodder 'in clover seed. Prof. Pammel endorsed the bill- pro- posed by Mr. Green to be introduced in Congress. He called attention to the variance in results of tests by the various stations and U. S. Department of Agriculture, and declared that until methods are more uniform results will continue to vary. He urged the Amer- ican Seed Trade Association to pursue experimental testing and conipaj-e re- sults with those obtained by Mr. Edgar Brown, of U. S. Department of Agricul- ture in checking up the tests, by the various stations, etc. PHILADELPHIA SEED TRADE NOTES. Alfred L. Hart of the C. C. Morse Co.. San Francisco, was a visitor on the 10th inst. The three big B's of the seed trade, Bruggerhoff. Buist and Burpee, sailed on the "Cedric" on the 10th. Mr. Buist will make but a short trip, his main object being to get the benefit of the ocean voyage. Simon & Son, the new seed firm on North Water Street, are well pleased with their first season's business, and are hunting around for additional warehouse space to make room for the largely increased new crop seeds to ar- rive from now on. The Philadelphia Seed Co., $5,000 capital, is the name of a new concern chartered recently. The names of the incorporatois are not known at this writing. We have enquired at the prin- cipal seed houses without results. An enquiry has been sent to Harrisburg, the state capitol. No. 518 Market St. takes on a new aspect as the months roll by. More light, better facilities, occur from time to time to the bright minds of the Michel! organization. The outfit will be pretty nearly perfect by the time the old home at 1018 is abandoned. It's not evpi-y house that has such a chance to make the new shell perfect before shedding the old. VEGETABLE PLANTS CABBAAE. Field Grown, all leading varieties, $i.co per looc. lo.ooo and over, S5C per icoo. CELERY. White Plume, Golden Self Blanching and Giant Pascal, $1.00 per looc. EGG PLANT. N. Y. Improved and Black Beauty, $3.00 per ICOO. LETTUCE. Bip Boston, Boston Market, Tennis Ball and Grand Rapids, $1.00 per 1000. PEPPERS. Ruby King, Bull Nose. Sweet Moun- tain and Neapolitan, $2.00 per 1000. Chinese Giant and Cayenne, 5CC per 100. PARSLKY. $1.25 per 1000. Cash with Order R. VINCENT, JR., & SONS CO. White Marsh, Md. Everything "For the Land's Sake. ' ' The one firm in Boston where all good forms of plant food may be ob- tained, is the Bowker Fertilizer Company, opposite Faneuil Hall at 43 Chatham St. All greenhouse chemicals, Nitrate of Soda, Ground Bone, Potash Salts, Sheep Manure and Wood Ashes can there be had at first hands. BOWKER Everything "For the Land's Sake." FERTILIZER COMPANY GIANlPANSYsiEiD The KENILWQRTH Strain Is unsurpassed; the inimeuse Bowers of 3% to \ inches are of perfect form and sub- stance; every tint and shade is produced in striking coml)inatiou and endless varia- tion of beautiful colors and ruarkings; it is the result of years of selection ; it embraces tlic larjrest and best of English, French, (ierman and Americau novelties; 1909 seed greatly improved by rich shades of liro'.vii, bronze, "ed and mahogany. New seed: lOUO, 25c; 2000,40c; 6000, 'Jl; 'i m.. Si.-)"; ''■ oz , $2.50; oz., $5. RAINBOW is a blend of over 50 of the latest introductions of iriaiit pansies of the most beautiful, gorgc?ous colors blotched, striped, veined, marfjiued, etc. With every $1.00 worth of Kenilworth strain. I will send lOliO of K.iinbow free; and with other amounts in like proportion. c AULIFLOWERS ABB ACE LILY OF THE VALLEY PIPS. HJALMAR HARTMANN & CO. Longanesstraed« 20, COPENHAGEN. DENMARK. o R 13 K ri :?c c> x^^ French and Dutch Bulbs FOR FALL SHIPMENT Wholesale Price List mailed to Florists on application. Joseph Breck & Sons Corp. 4r-S4 HO. MARKET ST., BOSTOH, MASS. In ordering goods please add"! saw It In HORTICULTURE." July 17, 1909 HOKTICULTOKE 79 ,„ffwe^^«^„^ PANSY SEED TIME CHOICE VARIETIES OF GIANT PANSIES Trade pkt. 'A-oz. Oz. GIANT TKIMAKDEAU. Mammoth-flowering aud in good range of color ifO.liS $0.75 $2.30 , , GIANT MASTERPIECE iFrilled Pansy). ^ \ / Petals beautifully waved ; exquisite X \ . \ colors 50 1.75 6.00 » Al .' . I ii / / \ CASSIBK'S GIANT. A fine strain of large SV ■* I i ll'tiHImBd^^y \ liigLly colored flowers 50 1.25 4.00 *3 Jk^ ' / JUM^^Hh^ \ GI.4NT BUGNOT'S STAINED. Extra choice \ J ImK^^^^^Kf^^ tfi flowers, large and plenty of light colors. . .50 1.50 5.00 ■* GIANT MADAME PERRET. A recent Intro- duction, by a celebrated French special- ,^^^^^^^^^^^^ ,^^^^^-^^-^^^,^^—^^ ist ; of strong, free growth,' Especially -^^ ~.:::aHI^HH^^F ^ ^^^^^^^BSP**"'' 1 rich in red shades 25 1.00 3.00 GI.4NX FIRE KING. Brilliant reddish yel- low, with large brown eves 25 1.00 3.00 GIANT LORD BE.4.rONSriELD. Deep pur- ^^ .-^— ,.,*^-^ 'L^P^g'^M^^^^^^^^^^^^fcr ~~^ / P^^ violet, top petals light Idue 25 .75 2.50 If ^'"^ ^P^^^z^^f^^^^^^^^^^^^ ^ GIANT (WNARV BIRD. A flve-spotted yel- V __ ^'"^^ y'^^KU^^^^^^^^^^^^I^^. ^^/ low variety. Ground color is a deep gol- ^^ den yellow^ and each petal is marked y with a dark Ijlotch 25 1.25 4.00 I '^^^^^^^^^^^■^^^^^^■F GIANT ORCIilDAEFLORA, Orchid- / ^^H^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^lr \ flowered Pansy. Splendid variety. Beau- tiful shades of pink, lilac, orange, rose, terra-cotta, chamoise, etc 50 1.75 0.00 GIANT EMPEROR WILLLiM. Ultramarine- blue, purple eye 25 .75 2.50 GIANT GOLDEN Ql'EEN. Bright yellow, no eye 25 1.25 4.00 GIANT GOLDEN YELLOW. Xellow, brown pyg opj yq 2 50 QHALLENGE PANSIES giant king' of the' blacks '(Fausti PANSY -BODDINGTON'S "CHALLENGE" ALL GIANTS giant' President mckinleiVgow^ :' ;^ 7'° „,. . . . . ,, ., „ i ... i » - 4, »,. , J yellow, large dark blotch 50 1.2o 4.00 rhis mixture contains all the huest Giant straius--of the lead- gi.aInt PRINCE BISJL4BCK. Yellowish ing Pansy Specialists m the world — the Giant self -colors, the bronze darl" eve ''S 75 -^ 50 Giant striped and margined, and the Giant blotched, etc., all giant 'pretio.SA. " Crimso'n-'ro's'e',' ' 'white " carefully mixed in proportion — the finest that money can buy — margin violet blotch 50 1 '5 4 00 the finest your money can buy. A florist who has grown it GIANT "rOSY LILAC ''5 75 •'50 said, "Why don't you call it Defiance?" GI.4NT WHITE, "vioiet ' spot';' ' the" largest '" Trade pkt., 50c; %-oz., 75c; %-oz., $1.50: y2-oz., S2.T5; oi., $5.00 white 25 .60 2.00 ARTHUR T. BODDINCTON, Seedsman, 342 W.14tli St, NEW YORK Giant Pansy Seeds Representing seven of the best growers of Europe, Each color or strain packed separately. The pro- portion of light and dark is well blended. Florist Collection — i6 pkt. Hybrid Giants, S.pkt. Giant Five Blotched, J a oz. in each pkt.; in all, 24, pkts., weight \ oz. $7-56 Half Flori»t Collection — 24 pkts,, weight iK oz. %^.^^ Amateur Collection — 24 pkt., 500 seeds in each pkt., 12,000 seeds, $'-5° Cottage Collection- 12 pkt. ,500 seeds in each pkt., 6,000 seeds, $1.25 Mixture — extra fi^ie, 1000 seeds, 95c. Exhibition Collection — 4 pkt. 502 seeds in each pkt., 2000 seeds. $1.00 Hend tor descriptive list of prize winners JOHN GERARD, New Britain. Conn. Burpee's Seeds PHILADELPHIA ESTABLISHED I 802 LILIUM HARRISII . True stock from most reliable g-owers PURITY FREESIA SEND FOR COPY OF OUR WHOLESALE BULB CATALOGUE NOW READY BiiM LUt of Wholesale Prices naUetf maty t* those who plant for profit Ward's Lily Bulbs Not how cheap, but how good. Ralph M. Ward & Co. 12 W. Broadway, Kew York CATALOGUE Designing and Illustrating LFor florists, seoilsmcn, etc. Photographs and designs of nil kinds carefully made and proni[itly submitted. CEO. E. DOW _ 178 Washington St, Boston, Mass^ J. M. THORBURN & CO. 33 Barclay Street NEW YORK PLANT NOW Pansy, Daisy, Forget=Me=Not, etc. Liiium Longiflorum Qiganteutn C. S. by tlie case of 300. THOMAS J. CREY CO. 32 South Marlset Street, Boston, Mass. FRENCH AND DUTCH BULBS Columbia Farm Harrisii Fischers Purity Freesias ."-lend for trade list. Schlegei & Fottler Co. 26 & 27 So. Market St., BOSTON, MASS. Mignonette FARQUHAR'S GIANT Oz., 75c; 1-4 oz., 26c R.&J.Farquhar&Go. 6 & 7 South Market Street BOSTON, MASS. BRIDGEMAN'S SEED WAREHOUSE RICKARDSBROS. Props. 37 East I9tli St., - HEW YORK CITY NEW PRICE LIST of my celebrated winter flowering Sweet Pea S.>od is being mailed. If you have not received a copy please send for one. New crop of seed will be ready around July loth next. ANT. C. ZVOLANEK Bound Brook, - • - New Jersey 80 HORTICULTURi: July 17, 1909 JOHN BREITMEYER'S ^=SONS— Cor. Miami and Qratlot Aves. DETROIT, MICH. Artistic Designs . . . Higli Grade Gut Blooms 9^e cover all Michis&n poinU and swod s«ctioiu of Ohio, Indiana and Canada WILLIAM J. SMYTH FLORIST Cor. Michigan Ave, and 3l5t St.. CHICAGO We ship to all points in Illinois and Iowa. Phones: Douglas 744, Douglas 623, Douglas 740 ilAUSWIRTH Out of Town orders for Hospitals Carefully filled. 232 Michigan Ave. CHICAGO AUDITORIUM ANNEX T«l. Harrison 58S THE FLORIST SAMUEL MURRAY Florist Coates House Conservatory lOir BROADWAY, KANSAS CITY, MO. Both 'Phones 2670 Main. WASHINGTON, D. C. GUDE'S cuDc Biios.ca rtORISTS \MA r rt.tru «(AiUir«4T1M.D>ft The Far-Famed Flowers of TORONTO DaUrered on moll or telefraph order for anjr occasion. In anj part of th* DomlnloB. JOHN H. DUNLOP, •e Yonse St., - Toronto. Ont. Tiie Park Floral Co. J. A- VALENTINE, Pres. COLORADO DENVER, WILLIAM L. ROCK FLOWER CO. KANSAS CITY. MO. will carefully execute orders for Kansas City and any town in Missouri or Kansas. NEW YORK, BOSTON, PHILADELPHIA TAKE CARE OF OCEA^ STEAHERS Can D-liver to L*KE STEAHERS NORTHWEST and NORTHLAND W.J. Palmer & Son, 304 Hain St., Buffalo, iN.Y. AMONG THE PALMS. The Heacock iialni-gi owing estab- lif:hment consists of about SO.OOO sq. ft. of glass. There are a few side lines, but palms are the chief crop. A hearty welcome always awaits there the in- iiuiring student in horticulture, and as W'yncote is only about a dozen miles outside of Philadelphia, with excellent and frequent train service, visitors are numerous — both for pleasuie and busi- ness. On our trip we had the benefit of the cheerful companionship of John G. Gardner. Mr. Heacociv conducted us through the vistas of kentias, are- cas, cocos — in all sizes from thumbs to six.' eight, ten and fourteen-inch pots. We saw none over six feet in heighi ; but there were some very fine speci- mens of that size — and they are Ih- limit of the commercially profitable. There is no money in very large paints —when their actual cost is carefully liaured. Kentia Belmoreana is the popular favorite. All the others are subsidiary. Areca lutescens is not in the running any more. Only a few houses of it are now being grown. DAVID CLARKE'S S0N5 DeHver orders from any part of the couDtry H New York City Or OUT-QOINQ STEAMERS Write or telegraph 2139-2141 Broadway, New York Telephone 1552-1333 Columbus YOUNG & NUGENT 42 West 28 St., NEW YORK "FLOWaRS BY TCLEORAPK" 4I.BANY, N, «. ~~ STEAMER DEPARTURES Si Allan. Sj Xumidian, Boston-Glasgow. . .July liB jk l.aui-eutiau. Bcston-Ulasgow. .Aug. 6 fb American. P; St. Louis, N. Y.-S'Uamiiton. ..July 24 S{ I'biladelphia, X. V.-S'auj|jtiPU.Aug. 7 ^ Atlantic Transport. Minnetonl;a, N. V. l,..iiil.>ii July i;4 Cunard. Campania, N. Y -Liverpool. . . .July 21 Ivernia, Boston-Liverpool July 27 Lusltauia. X. Y. -Liverpool. . . .July 2,S French Line. L.I BretasM.'. X. Y.-IIavrr July 22 Hamburg-American. fij) Moltko, N. Y.M.Mlt'n Ports. . .July 22 IV\ .\meril;a, N. Y.-lIaiuliurK July 24 M Holland-America. K Potsilnm. N. Y.-IJottenlani. . . . July 20 g| Leyland Line. I Povoiiian. P.iistoii Livupnol. . .July 21 Nortli German Lloyd. K. \Vm. rP (Jrossi. X. Y.-B'n. . July 20 ^ I'r. lUn- Grosse, X. Y.-Hromo]i. .July 22 ^ Koeni:; Allieit. X.Y -Ml-i1. Pls.Jiily 31 »J White Star. *$; Arlriatif, X. Y. S'Uaujpton July 21 ^ Laurentic, Moutreal-Liv'pool. .July 24 M (W Cvinrie, Boston-Liverpool July 28 ^ S) cVcti.-. Boston-Medfu I'ts Aug. 4 W The demand for palms the present sea- son is fully equal to last year, which was the best in the history of the es- tablishment. Two houses are devoted to carnations, mostly of Mr. Heacock's new pink variety, Dorothy Gordon, which is to be disseminated next spring. Cattleyas and cypripediums are becoming a more extensive side line here of late to keep pace with the growing commercial importance of the orchid. A house of Princess cf Wales violets is another side line. Mr. Heacock's palms are shipped to all parts of the country and he has a de- servedly high reputation for first-class stock and careful packing. Hisgieen- houses have all been constructed on modern principles by his brother, who is a hortictiltural builder. Thermo- stats, Lonsdale evaporating pans, and other up-to-date accessories are in evi- dence. Altogether, a most enjoyable and profitable two hours can be spent in looking over this fine plant — which by common consent of Phlladelphians is now dubbed — "The Home of the Palm." G. C. WATSON. Flowers or Design Work DELIVERED IN ALBANY AND VICDim ON TELEGRAPHIC ORDER. 11 NORTH PEARL ST., ALBANY, HT Flower Deliveries In I'.rooklyu and other Lontr Island Points New York I'ity, New Jiisey, etc. . At Theatres, Hotels, Steamers or KesiJenees. WILSON Fulton St. and Greeiie Afe., Brooklyn, N. Y. DANKER, 'V.ir' ORDERS FOR Choice Flowers and Floral Emblems FILLED PROMPrLV Orders by Wire Receive Prompt and Careful Execution J. Newman & Sons Corporation 24 Tremont Street, BOSTON Theater. Steamer and Funeral Flowers Oir Specialty We can refer to leading florists in all principal citie». Established 1870. Send flower orders for delivery la BOSTON and all NEW ENGLAND POINTS THOS. F. CALVIN 124 Tremont St.. Boston BOSTON'S BEST In Quality and Design Qb be relied upon when you transfer yooc retail orders to EDWARD MACMULKIN 194 Boylston Streett Boston TR A N^FER Your orders for flower or plant deliv- ery in Eastern New England to JULIUS A. ZiNN, 2 Beacon St., Boston FINEDESICN WORK ASPE lALTY LOUISVILLE, KY. JACOB SCHULZ, 660 South Fourth Ave. July 17, 1909 HORTICULTURk. 81 m ^ ^ m -Si WHEN SHE GOES ABOARD The Steamship at New York Nothing will give so much pleasure as to find her Stateroom filled with Floral Good Wishes from FRIENDS FAR AND NEAR Your customers have friends going abroad, tell them about the Steamer Flowers. You can assure them that orders which you entrust to McConnell, Fifth Avenue, New York, will be promptly and creditably filled, at any Steamer, any Line. FLORISTS IN INLAND CITIES are particularly invited to correspond with us now and arrange for a mutual understanding as to terms and system, so that much uncertainty and unnecessary expense in telegraphing details at short notice may be avoided. ALEXANDER McCONNELL 571 Fifth Avenue, Telephones 487 and 488 38th Street. NEW YORK CITY. Cable Address, "ALEXCONNELL." JC^^^'*^^*^^^^?^^^^^^"*^^^^*^^^^^^*^^^^^^ BUSINESS CHANGES. Ft. Wayne, Ind. — A. E. Kunderd of Kendallville, has located here. Rome, N. Y.— E. H. Kipp and W. H. Edwards have leased the Byam Green- houses, 40S Elm street. Trenton, N. J. — D. A. JIarshall has pui chased the Wainwright Nursery and will continue the business. Rockford, III. — A. L. Hunt of Kear- ney, Neb., has leased the Dempsey greenhouses for five years, and will open them at once for business. Wichita, Kan.— The Culp Floral Co. have moved from Elm and Market streets to West Riverside. Their new plant will be three times as large as their original outfit. Lee's Summit, N. J.— JI. Butterfield & Son have dissolved partnership. The business will be carried ou by J. S. Butterfield under the title. Lee's Sum- mit Star Nurseries. Greenville, 111. — Jlr. Corboz has bought the interest of his partner in the firm of Zbinden, and will continue the business. Mr. Zbinden has pur- chased land on East South street and intends to erect a greenhouse later. "FLOWERS BY TELEGRAPH." PERSONAL. James Bernard Canning of Provi- dence was married to Miss H. J. Fitz- patrick of New Britain, Conn., on June 29. George Baldwin, of Carrillo & Bald- win, Seeaueus, N. J., sailed on th'e S. S. Lucania for Europe and will return the latter part of August. The lower floors of Luehrmann's Ho- tel will be converted into stores, among "H'hich will be a flower department. Leading Retail Florists Listed by Towns for Ready Reference. Denver, Colo.— Park Floral Co., 1706 Broadway. WasbiDgton D. C— Gude Bros., 1214 F St. Chicago- Hauswirth. "Tlie Florist," 232 Michigan Ave. Chicago — William J. Smith, Michigan Ave. and 31st St. Chicago— George Wittbold Co., 165T-59 Buckingham I'lace. I.oui.^ville, Ky. — Jacob Schulz, 550 Sonth Fourth Ave. Boston— Ihos. F. Galvln, 124 Tremont St. Boston— Edward MacMulkin, 194 Boyl- ston St. Boston— Ho£fman, Florist, 59-61 Massa- chusetts Ave. Boston — J. Newman & Sons, Inc., 24 Tre- mont St. Boston— Julius A. Zinn, 2 Beacon St. Welle.iley, Mass.— Tallby. Detroit, Mich. — J. Breltmeyer's Sons, Miami and Gratiot Aves. Kansas City, Mo. — Samuel Murray, 1071 Broadway. Kansas City, Mo. — Wm. L. Rock Flower Co., 1U6 Walnut St. Albany, N. Y.— H. G. Eyres, 11 N. Pear! St. Albany, N. X.— F. A. Danker, 40 Maiden Lane. N9ucBjr> 226 Devonshire Street^ Boston, Ma«s. WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKETS— ^«'''*« '"^•"WSti^Rs omly CHICAGO July 12 I Twin axiBs j I July 12 I PBILA. July 19 BOSTOV July 15 ROS£S Am. Beauty, Fancy and Special. ■ ■ " Exita No. I " Lower grades. Bride, 'Maid, Golden Gate, F. & S. " " Lower grades Killarney, Fan. & Sp ' ' Lower grades Richmood, Fancy & Special " Lower grades Chatenay My Maryland CARNATIONS Fancy — Ordinary MISCELLANEOUS Cattleyas Lifies Lily ol the Valloy Mignonette Sweet Peas Gardenias Peonie* . . ..\ Daisies Stocks Snapdragon A< WHOLESALf GROWER of CUT FLOWERS Henry M. Robinson T- MargoHs Chas. Robinson HENRY m. ROBINSON & CO. WHOLESALE COMMISSION DEALERS IN CUT FLOWERS- FLORISTS' SUPPLIES AND HARDY CUT EVERGREENS 15 PROVINCE ST., 9 CHAPMAN PLACE '-""'zbiVX's'^^'A'iR''"" BOSTON. MASS. FLORISTS' SUPPLIES Send for New Catalogue H. Bayersdorfer & Co. 1129 ARCH ST., PHILADELPHIA. Prices Quoted in these Columns are for Dealers Only When Writine; to Advertisers Please Mention HORTICULTURE. July 17, ipno HORTICULTURE 83 ^Oaui-^"* FIELD GROWN CARNATION PLANTS On account of general scarcity ii. consequence of the dry weather we advise early booking. Send to us for your requirements. We can furnish the very best the season affords. Lady Bountiful, Enchantress, Law- son, Queen Louise, IVlelody, Varie- gated Lawson, Robert Craig, Presi- dent Seelye, Red Sport, Rose Pinl< Enchantress, Genevieve Lord, $6.00 per 100; $50.00 per 1000. Afterglow, Beacon, White Enchant- ress, White Perfection, White Law- son, $7.00 per 100; $60.00 per 1000. Winona, Winsor, Splendor, $8.00 per 100; $75.00 per 1000;. Sarah Hill, $12.00 per 100. Harlowarden, Roose- velt. Eldorado, $4.00 per 100. Mrs. Patten, Jessica, $5.00 per 100. S. S. PENNOCK - MEEHAN CO., The Washington Store, 1212 New York Avenue Store closes (S p. m. WHOLESALE FLORISTS Philadelphia 1608-1620 Ludlow Street Flower Market Reports. WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKETS.— PBR IM. TO DBALBRB ONLY. Very dry times in this BOSTON market just uow — a dearth of raiu and a dearth of business. There i.s but little activity in any line of trading. Qual- ity remains aoout tlie same as for sev- eial weelis back on most staples. Kai- serin is easily the best 'ose in sight and it is coming in from a number of sources; Killarney is small of bud and weak in color. Carnations are very inferior. Sweet peas are unprecedent- edly abandant and theie is no pos- sible outlet for a large proportion of those received. Lilies have shortened up in supply and nobody complains thereat. Trade is very moderate BUFFALO and there is an abun- dance of about every- thing in the cut flower line. Carna- tions are more than over-plentiful; the severe hot weather of the past two weeks has not alone forced them all in but most of the blooms are only half size and the prices low, there being no call for them. It would certainly be the wholesalers' delight if there could be one McKinley Day each week during these times. Sweet peas are being grown so extensively around this section that they are hardly worth while handling by the wholesaler; in fact, the larger portion aie peddled di- rect to retailers from the farmers' wagon. Lily of the valley is forgotten altogether since the weddings ceased; other outdoor material such as snap- dragon, candidum, lilies, daisies, as- ters, etc., are prominent amongst the list of daily receipts. Greens in good supply. The condition of the CHICAGO market is about as usual at this time of the year. Good roses are very scarce and when orders come in a lively move is nec- essary to find the stock to fill them. Beauties are in fair supply. Carna- tions in general a,re poor and are con- sidered out of the maiket, but J. A. Endlong and Poehlmann Bros, are sell- ing as fine stock as anyone could wish. It is a question no one can answer, but them.splves. how they can produce such blooms in .July. The first asters are In and of course quite small. Sweet CmCVKNATI I July '3 dbhwit July X2 aUPPALO July 12 PITT8BUIM July M noaes Anl. Beauty, Fan. and Sp " Extra No. I " Lower grades Kiide, 'Maid. Golden Gate, F. & S " " Low. CT KUIamey, Fan. &Sp '* Lower grades Richmond, Fancy & Special " Lower grades Chatenay My Maryland CARNATIONS Fancy and Novelties. Ordkiary M«SCELLANe0U8 Cattleyas Lilies. Lily of the Valley Mignonette Sweet Peas Gardenias Peonies Daisies Stocks. Snapdragon A^iaiKiim 9aUa:t Asparagus Ptufnoaifi, strings ** " & Spren. (too bchs.) 30.0O 15.00 8.00 4.00 J.OO 4.*o 3.00 6.00 3.00 4.00 to to 35,00 lo.co 3.00 s.oo ■35 to to •35 to 3. CO to 2.00 to ro.oo 40.00 90.C0 20.00 12.00 6.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 8.00 5. CO 6.00 2.00 1.50 50.00 15.00 4.00 3.00 .50 •50 4. CO 4.CO 1. 00 13.00 50.00 35.00 20.00 18.00 12.00 3-00 4.00 3.00 4.00 2.00 4.00 2.00 4.00 to to to to to to to to 10 to to to 2.00 I.OO 35.00 to 13. 5« to 3.00 to .50 to .«5 10 20.00 to 4. CO to .35 to 1 .00 to 1.00 to 1.00 to 15.00 to 30.00 to 30.00 to 33.00 30.00 16.00 10.00 6.00 4.00 6.eo 4.00 6.00 4.09 6.00 3.0a 9.00 5C.OO 15.00 4.00 I.OO •75 30.00 7. CO ■ 75 9.00 3.00 1.50 20 00 50.00 50.00 30.00 to.oo 6x0 2.00 6.00 2.00 6.00 2.00 6.00 2.00 35.00 15.OD 10.00 6.00 8.0C 4.00 8.00 6.00 8.C0 6.00 to to 1.50 l.CO 40.00 3.00 3.00 2. CO .20 20.00 .50 to 00 to 1.00 I.OO 40.00 25.00 2.00 1.50 50.00 15.00 4.00 3.00 •30 30.00 I.OO 2.00 2.00 1.50 15.00 50.00 50.00 13.50 6.00 2.00 4.00 2. CO 6.00 2.eo 6.00 4.00 4.00 25 .M 18. «• •0 10. M to 3.«a to 6.ao t* 3.00 to 8.M e* 4. a* to 8.m 5.00 to . to to M 50.00 6.eo 30a ■SO ■25 30.00 3.00 I.OO 1.00 1.25 to 75.M t« to 35.00 3C.00 25.C 5.< i5.« 50.1 50.< peas are good again and the fiist Gold- en Glow chrysanthemums are here to remind us that fall is just aheal. Lil- ies are in good demand. The shipping trade has been greatly hampered the past week by the floods in the west and south. The express companies have been obliged to refuse consign- ments of flowers because there was no assurance that trains would go through. .Mail that should hive reached Chicago Friday morning did not come until Sunday and many flor- ists were obliged to disappoint their customers. Kansas City was especially inconvenienced, mail from theie taking 4.S hours to reach Chicago. Business has been gcod DETROIT with most of us princi- pally on account of the numerous conventions in the city, which seem this year to be more dis- posed to spend money than they were last year. In a. large automobile par- ade, except for .large floats which called for big plants of all descriptions the more elaborate decorations were done in artificial flowers; still there were several hundred oars trimmed with large bunches of flowe- s which made a pretty show and lised up a large quantity of outdoor material. For a "good old PHILADELPHIA summertime" week, Monday, July 5th to Saturday, July 10th, was a fairly satisfactory proposition in the wholesale cut flower trade of Philadel- phia. Carnations have dropped off in quality very conspicuou.sly, and the asters are not yet good enough to take their place satisfactorily. Most of the latter arriving are under sized and short stemm'ed. Maryland and Kaiser- in hold the fort among the roses, al- though Beauties are pretty good, and Killarney fair. The best Killarneys are still coming in from down east points. A few white Killarneys are ar- riving from local sources but they are rather short stemmed so far. Water lilies of the fancy varieties are scarce — there is plenty of common stock from the Jersey ponds. Sweet peas are not very good, and supply limited — yet plenty for the demand. Orchids move fairly well. Irises are over except for a few cold storage lots which will last for a.- week or two yet. Inside gladioli are nearly over and d'ependence now is on the outside crop,- Pink oleanders are something of a novelty among the outdoor items. A charming flower, chaste and delicate like a camellia or gardenia, and fragrant — but not good to eat. Feware! 84 HORTICULTURE July 17, 1909 FORD BROTHERS 48 West 28th Street NEW YORK ,F A Full Line of All CUT FLOWERS Telephone, 3870 or 38T1 Madison Square H. E. FROMENT Wholesale Commission Florist, Choice Cut Flowers, 57 West 28th St. :: NEW YORK Telephones: 2200, 2201, Madison Square. Alfred H. Langjahr All choice cut-flowers in season. Send for quotations. Correspondence with shippers of first-class stock invited. 55 West 28th Street, New York Telephones 4626-4627 Madison Square Edward C. Horan Wholesale Florist 55 WEST 28th ST. Tel. \f^l Madison Square NCW YOFk PHILIP F. KESSLER 55 & 57 W. 26th St., New York. CUT FLOWERS WHOLESALE Open from S a. m. 1^ 1 ON HAND GARDENIAS, DAISIES, ROSES AND CARNATIONS JAMES McMANUS,7S9'«X42 W. 28th St.. New York NEW YORK QUOTATIONS PER 100. To Dealers Only ROSES AND CARNATIONS American Beauty, Fancy and Special Extra No. I *' " Lower Grades Bride, '/laid, Golden Gate, Fancy and Special. *' " Lower Grades Killarney, Fancy and Special ' * Lower Grades Richmond, Fancy and Special • ' Lower Grades Chatenay Hy riaryland Carnations, Fancy and Novelties. '* Ordinary and White Last Half of Week Rrst Half of Week ending July 10 beginning July 12 i!wy 1909 lO.OO to 1500 10.00 to 15.0* S.oo to 8.00 5.00 to 8.00 2.00 to 5.00 2.00 to s.oo .50 to 2.03 .50 to 1.00 4.00 to 6.00 4,00 to 6.00 ■5° to 2.00 .50 to 9.00 3.00 to 6.00 3.00 to 600 •50 to 2.00 .50 to 9.00 4.00 to 6.00 4.00 to 6.00 ■ so to 2.00 .50 to 2.0D •so to 5.00 .50 to 5.00 •50 to 6.00 .50 to 6.00 1. 00 to ••5 1.00 to 1.50 .40 to ■ 50 .40 to .50 Alexander J. Guttman THE WHOLESALE FLORIST OF NEW YORK 34 WEST 28tK STREET PMONCS. 1664--1665 MADI.SON .SOVAKIu ENOUGH SAID CENTRALLY LOCATED, THE HUB OF THE FLOWER MARKET SECTION CHARLES MILLANG Wholesale Florist 444 Sixth Ave., NEW YORK Telephone 7062 Madison GEORGE GOTSONAS & GO. Wholesale and Retail Dealers In all kinds ol Fancy and Dagger Ferns Bronze and Green Galax Main Store 50 "W. 28 St. Phone 120. Mad. Sq. New York GROWERS' CUT FLOWER GO. CUT FLOWERS WHOLESALE VIOLETS, CARNATIONS, ROSES ORCHIDS, CHRYSANTHEMUIVIS, LILIES Consignments Solicited. Shipments Jo Order, any Distance 39 West 28th Street, j; J. COAN, Manager NEW YORK Durand &^Marohn MANUFACTURERS OF All Kinds of Wire Work Florists' Wire Designs a Specialty 24 Beaver St., ALBANY, N.Y. WILLIAM H. KUEBLER Brooklyn's Foremost and Best WHOLESALE COMMISSION HOUSE A First Class Market for all CUT FLOW ERS 28 Willoughby St., Brooklyn, N. Y. Tel. 4591 Main July 17: 1909 HORTICULTURE 85 91^^ NOTICE __ . , , H| HH I ■ WHOLESALE FLORI5T5 Manhattan Flower Market '« ' ''' " *•'«' '«»' Telephone: 1016 Madison Sq. Ship us some stock. Stock, etc . for our new ston WHOLESALE FLORISTS 94 West 28th St. NEW YORK We need a large supply of all kinds of flowers, Roses, Carnations, Sweet Peas, Narcissus, Summer store. Reliability and responsibility first-class. Good prices and prompt returns, Good opportunity. 1l L YOUMfi & CO. RECEIVERS & SHIP» PERS OF CUT FLOWERS. ooHvaHMeiiTs aouanm 122 Wast 25th St., New York Florists' Supplies We manufacture all our letal Designs, Baskets, Hire Work & Novelties and arc dealers in eiaiswirfi Deoorstive Greens and Florists' Requisites MICHIGAN CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE, Inc. WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS Consignments Solicited Hardy Fancy Fern Our Specialty 38-40 BROADWAY, DETROIT. MICH. FOR FLORISTS' USE There's NQTHI NQ asSoo''"s MEYER'S SILKALINE Don't let them sell you anything else JOHN C.nEYER & CO., Boston, Hass. KRIGK'S FLORIST NOVELTIES Manufacturer and Patentee of the Per- fect Adjustable Pot Handle or Hanger. Perfect Adjustable Plant Stands and the » riginal Genuine Immortelle Let- ters, etc. Every Letter Marked. 1184-66 Greene Av.. Brooklyn, N. Y. For Sale by all Supply Houses Wired Toothpicks Manufactured by W. J. COWEE, BERLIN, N. Y. •Bpooo $1.75; 50,000 $7.50. Sample fn*. Per sale by dealers FLOWER MARKET REPORTS. {Continued from page S3) The past week has INDIANAPOLIS been one of ex- tremely hot weath- er, and there has been little doing ex- cept an occasional wedding. The in- tense heat has told on the sweet peas and they are about gone. Carnations, and roses with exception of Beauties, Kaiserins and Killarneys. are of in- ferior quality. Bright colored gladioli are arriving in good shape and are very much in demand. A fine lot of lilies of all kinds are in but meet with little demand. Green goods are in good sup- ply. Chrysanthemums are looking well with all of the florists and the indica- tions are that there will be a good supply this fall. A few asters are now on the market, but it is a little early for the outdoor crop. The supply of green- NEW YORK house-grown flowers in this market has been steadily diminishing, but there is an abundance for all the requirements WILLIAM F.KASTING GO, WHOLESALE FLOR/STS 383-387 Ellicott Street BUFFALO, - N. Y. ROBERT J. DYSART Public Accountant and Auditor Simple method* of correct aeconntlnj especially adapted for florist*' a>«. Books Balanced and Adjusted Mercbanta Bank Building 28 STATE STREET, - BOSTON Telephone, Main C8. 1887 ESTABLISHED KEEPING OPEN HOUSE THIS SUMMER TO RECEIVE CONSIGNMENTS OF .-^LL CUT FLOWERS IN SK.^SUN TOP PRICE AND PROMPT RETURNS 106 W. 28th St., N.Y. Tel. 167 Madison Sq. Open6 A. M. Daily. J. K. ALLEN NEW YORK QUOTA nONS PER 100. To Dealers Only^ MISCELLANEOUS Cattleyaa LIHm Lily of the Valley Daisies (.per bunch) Stocks (per bunch). Sweet Peas (per ico bunches). Gardenias Adlantum SmHa X Asparagus Plumosus, strings '* " & Spico. (loo bcfafi) LastH ilf of Week 1 ending .u y 10 1909 15.00 to 3 J .00 3.00 to 5.00 x.oo to 2. CO .10 to •15 .c8 to .10 1. 00 to 4. CO 5.00 to as.oo .50 to .75 8.00 to 12,00 20.00 to 30.00 15.00 to 25.00 First WfirfWe* bMinnIng July 12 1909 15.00 3.00 1.00 .10 .tS 1. 00 S-oo ■ 50 8.00 30.00 15.00 to IS.*" ta to z.os to • 15 to .xo to 4.00 ta 25.^ ts .75 to la.o* to 30.— to aS.o» Of the trade at this time when the flower store neighborhoods are for- saken by everybody who is not com- pelled to show up. "Outdoor material is, of course, in heavy supply with but few takers for a large part of it, but the economically inclined retail dealer finds in it a welcome resource for a few vases of any garden or pasture flower at a trifling cost sufBces to fill the show window and if, perchance, a customer for something more choice should drop in, the ever-ready tele- phone will put him in prompt touch with all the goods he wants without taking any risks at all. The whole- sale section is a great and inexhausti- ble reserve supply — the best asset that the New York retail trade enjoys. Lil- ies are less abundant and prices are ap- proaching normal. Sweet peas are an avalanche and do not pay for picking. John Congdon, traveling representa- tive of the W. W. Castle Company, Boston, has just returned from a trip in western Massachusetts with a big list of orders for Castle hot water boilers and Automatic Circulators. SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA NOTES. Edward W. Davies, late of Denver, Colo., has taken a position as rose grower for J. W. Wolfskin, Los Angeles. P. D. Barnhart of Los Angeles, has taken the position as 'editor of the Pacific Garden, the Pasadena horticul- tural paper. A few weeks ago the members of the Pasadena Gardeners' Association paid a visit to Jno. Dodger & Sons' sweet pea farm at Gardena. J. R. Norris and son of Troy, Ohio, who spent the winter months in Los Angeles have gone east, and thence to Europe to replenish stock for next season. Charles Winsel, seedsman and nur- seryman of Los Angeles, has just pur- chased five acres of land at Montibello, which he intends to stock with palms and high grade shrubbery. Rei-ent visitors in Pasadena: Leonard Vaughan, Chicago; W. Atlee Burpee, and H. M. Earl, Philadelphia; Mr. Kir- by of Henderson & Co., New York; Ernest Senary, Jr.. Erfurt. Germany. 86 HORTICULTURE July 17, 1909 Buyer's Directory and Ready Reference Guide Adv^Hsements under this head, one cent a word. Initials count as words. Display advertisers in this Issue are also listed under this classification without charge. Reference to List of Advertisers will indicate the respective pages. Buyers failing to find what they want in this list will confer a favor by writing us and we will try to put them in communication with reliable dealerm. ACCOUNT AKT R. J. Dysart, ^8 State St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. ASIAMTUMS Godfrey Aschmann, 1U12 West Outario St., Philadelpbia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. ARATJCARIAS A. Leuthy & Co., Periiius St Nurseries, Roslindale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Godfrey Asilimann, 1012 West Outario St., Piilladelpliia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. ASPARAGUS Charles H. Totty, Madison N. J. Asparagus Plumosa and Sprengeri. J. H. Daun & Son, Westfieid, N. Y. For pa^e see List of Advertisers. Asparagus plumosus nanus, strong plants, frojn 2y,-in. pots, $3,0(1 per luo; $25.00 per 1000. Seedlings at $1.00 per 100; $9.00 per 1000. Frank N. Esliesen, Madison, N. J. ASTERS. J. C. Soiimidt, Bristol, ra. For page see List of Advertisers. Barnes' Gardens, Spencer, Ind. BAMBOO CANES Yokoliama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay Street, New Yorlj. Bamboo Sticks, Colored Green. For page see List of Advertisers. BAT TREES. 2000 Bay and Box Trees In all sizes, Pyramid and Standards. Write for list. Julius Roelirs. Kutiierford, N. J. BEODIMG PLANTS A. Leathy & Co., Perkins St. Nurseries, Roslindale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. G. Ascbmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., Phlla- delplila, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. F. R. Piersou Co., Tarrytown-on-Hudson, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. A. N. Pierson, Inc., Cromwell, Conn. For page see List of Advertisers. I. M. Rayner, Greenport, N. Y. BEGONIAS Godfrey Aschmann. 1012 West Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Thomas Roland, Nahant, Mass. Begonia Glolre De Lorraine. For page see List of Advertisers. J. H. Dann & Son, Westfleld, N. Y. Be;zonia Rex. For page see List of Advertisers. "Begonia Glolre da Lorraine," strong stuff ready for 4 inch pots, $15.00 per 100, $140.00 per 1000; extra large plants from 4 Inch pots, $35.00 per 100. New Begonia "Pres. Taft," strong plants, $25.00 per ioO; extra large plants from 4 Inch pots, $50.00 per 100. All propagated from leaf cuttings. Cash with order from unknown corre- spondents. J. A. Peterson, McHenry Ave., Westwood, Cincinnati. O. BOILERS The W. W. Castle Co., 170 Summer St, Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. BOILERS. "Burnham" Boilers made for greenhouse heating. Lord & Burnham, 1133 Broadway, N. Y. Kroesohell Bros. Co.. 35 Erie St., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. BOOKS Pronunciation of Plant Names, sent for 50 cents, postpaid, by HORTICULTDRB PUB. CO., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. ♦ BOX'WOOD TREES New England Nurseries, Inc., Bedford, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. The F. R. Piersou Co., Tarrytown-on- Hudson, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. BUILDING MATERIAL BUILDING MATERIAL of all descrip- tion for All Cypress, Semi-Iron. Iron Frame or Truss Houses. Hot Bed Sash and Frames. Lord & Burnham Co., 1133 Broad- way, N. Y. BULBS AND TUBERS Joseph Breck & Sons, 47-54 N. Market St., Boston. Dutch and French Bulbs. For page see List of Advertisers. J. M. Ihornburn & Co., 33 Barclay St, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. A. T. Boddlngton, 342 W. 14th St., N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Rickards Bros., .37 East 19th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. H. FrMTcheiTCoyr Philadelphia;^ For page see List of Advertisers. T. J. Grey & Co., 32 and 33 So. Market St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Yokohama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Ralph M. M'ard & Co., 12 W. Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Schlegel & Fottler Co., 26 & 27 S. Market St.. Boston. French and Hutch Bulbs. For page see List of Advertisers. A. MIttiug Caila Lily Bulb Co., Santa Cniz, Calif. Calla Bulbs. For page see List of Advertisers. BULBS. —This ad. Is cur drummer. We certainly have got them and they are O. K. in size and condition owing to cold and damp spring. And the prices are right — delivered to you at 50 per cent, below Dutclt builis, and being acclimated they flower ten days sooier. They are true, sound, clean, dry, healthy, selected stock. A postal will bring you all details as to v.irleties to plant or force, with cultural directions. D'.\lcorn, The Southern Daffo- dil Farm, Portsmouth, \a. Where the flue Emperors come from. CALADIUMS F. R. Pierson Co., Tarrytown-on-Hudson, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. OANNAS The F. R. Pierson Co., Tarrytown-on- Hudson, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. J. H. Dann & Son, Westfleld, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. CARNATIONS F. Dorner & Sons Co., Lafayette, Ind. Carnations for Immediate Delivery. For page see List of Advertisers. Chicago Carnation Co., Jollet, 111. Mary Tolman. For page see List of Advertisers. Wood Bros., FlshklU, N. Y. Carnations, Rooted Cuttings. CARNATIONS — Continued The E. G. Hill Co., Richmond, Ind. Carnation Cuttings. For page see List of Advertisers. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, 111. _ For page see List of Advertisers. 'Elmer D. Smith & Co., .\drian, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. OHRTSANTJ^MUMS E}. G. HUl Co., Richmond, Ind. For page see List of Advertlscra. C. H. Totty, Madison, N. J. For page see List of Advertlsersi Wood Bros., FlshklU, N. Y. Chrysanthemums Rooted Cuttings. For page see List of Advertisers. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, IlL For page see List of Advertisers. Elmer D. omitn & Co., Adrian, Mtcli. For page see List of Advertisers. I. M. Rayner, Greenport, L. I., N. Y. Chrysanthemums. I'M Paciflc, 50 Halli- day. 25 BonnaCfon: R. C. ; 25 Pacific; 25 Ci-cmo; 50 Willowbrook. 2-in. pots, $3.00 for tlie Int. P.egOQias, four varieties, R. C, line. $1.00 per 100. SatLsfaction guaranteed. Cash. pieaisC. S. E. Covey, Fredericksburg, \ji. ~_ Herrington"s book on the Chrysanthe- mum mailed to your address for 50c., by Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. COAL FOR GREENHOUSE USE Bader Coal Co., Board of Trade Bldg., Boston. COLEUS A. Leuthy & Co., Perkins St Nurserlea, Roslindale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. CONIFERS John Waterer & Sons, Ltd., American Nursery, Bagshot, Eng. For page see List of Advertisers. CROTONS The F. R. Pierson Co., Tarrytown-on- Hudson, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. CUT FLOWER BOXES. Edwards Folding Box Co., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. Folding cut flower boxes, the best made. Write for list. Holton & Hunkel Co., Mil- waukee, Wis. CYCAS REVOLUTA Wlilttet & Co., Lowell, Mass. DABXIAS Peacock Dahlia Farms, Wililamatown Junc- tion, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Wilmore's Dahlia Manual will be mailed for twenty-five cents by HORTICULTUKB PUBLISHING COMPANY, 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. DECORATIVE PLANTS A. Leuthy & Co., Perkins St., Nurseries, Roslindale, Mass. Imported Plants for Fall Delivery. For page see List of Advertisers. Godfrey Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. For List of Advertisers See Page 9 1 July 17, 1909 HORTICULTURE 87 DECORATIVE PLANTS Contumed The Geo. Wittbold Co., 1657 Buckingham Place, Chicago, 111. For page see List of Advel^tls^rs. BoVert Craig Co., Market and 49tli Sts., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Stnart Low & Co., Bush Hill Park, Enfleld, Middlesex, Eng. For page see List of Advertisers. John Scott, Brooklyn, N. T. For page see List of Adveitlsers. ELECTRIC CIRCULATORS The W. W. Castle Co., 170 Summer St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. EVERGREENS New England Nurseries, Bedford, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. FERNS A. Lenthy & Co., Rosllndale. Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. H. H. Barrows & Son, Whitman, Mass. Nephroclepis Magniiica. For page see List of Advertisers. Jbhn Scott, Brooklyn, N. X. For page see List of Advertisers. Frank Oechslin, 2,i70.2606 W. Adams St., Chicago. Ferns for Dishes. For page see List of Advertisers. The Geo. Wittbold Co., 1657 Buckingham Place, Chicago, III. For page see List of Advertisers. Godfrey Aschmann. 1012 W. Ontario St., I'biladelpbla. For page see List of Advertisers. Jardiniere Ferns. 6-7 best varieties, $3.50 per 100; $30.00 per 1000. Rose Hill Nnrse- rles. New Rochille, N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Anderson's ferns for in and outdoors. Largest commercial collection in the conn- try. Ask for descriptive catalogue. J. F. Anderson, Fern Specialist, Short Hills. N. J. FERTILIZERS I'nlverlzed Manure Co., 31 Union Stock Yards. Chicago, 111. Wizard Brand Sheep and Shredded Cattle Manure. For pajre see List of Advertisers. Bowker Fertilizer Co., Boston, Mass. All Forms of Plant Food at First Hands. For page see List of Advertisers. FLORAL PHOTOGRAPHS Floral Photographs. Foley's. 226-228 1-2 Bowery, New York. FLORISTS' LETTERS. Boston Florist Letter Co., 66 Pearl St., Boston, Mass. For page see Llst^ of Advertisers. W. C. Krick7"ll64^66l3reene~~Ave., Brook- lyn, N. Y. Immortelle Letters. For page see List of Advertisers. FLORISTS SXTPPLIES N. F. McCarthy & Co., 84 Hawley St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. H. M. Robinson & Co., 15 Province St. and 9 Chapman Place, Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Reed & Keller, 122 W. 25th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. II. Bayersdorfer & Co., 1129 Arch St., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. S. S. Pcmock-Meehan Co., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. FLCWER POTS W. H. Ernest, 28th and M Sts., Washington, D. C. For page see List of Advertisers. A. H. Hews & Co., Cambridge. Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Hllfinger Bros.. Ft. Edward, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. The Peters & Reed Pottery Co., Red Pots, Seed Pans, etc. Zanesville, O. FLO'WER POTS— Continned We make Standard Flower Pots, etc. Write us when in need. Wilmcr Cope & Bro. Lincoln University, Chester Co., Pa. Syracuse Pottery Co.. Syracuse, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. FRUIT TREES Dwarf Fruit Trees, by F. A. Waugh, mailed to your address for 55 cents by Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 Hamilton I'lace, Boston. GALAX Michigan Cut Flower Co., 38 and 40 Broad way, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. George Cotsonas & Co., 50 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Bice Bros.. 115 N~0th St.. Minneapolis, Minn. For page see List of Advertisers. GARDEN HOSE Bevere Rubber Co., Boston, Man. For pag} see List of Advertisers. GERANIUMS B. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. For Winter Blooming. For page see List of Advertisers. Godfrey Aschmann, Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. F. R. rierson Co., Tarrytown-on-Hndson, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. GLASS Boston Plate & Window Glass Ce., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Standard Plate Glass Co., 26-30 Sndbnry , St., Boston. ! For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co.. Western Ave., between 2oth & 26th Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Sharp, Partridge & Co., 22d & Lumber Sta., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Parshelsky Bros., Inc., 59 Montrose Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Metropolitan Material Co., 1S92-1402 Metro- politan Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. Greenhouse glass, lowest prices. John- ston Glass Co., Hartford_City, Ind. Glass. HiglT Grade, Double Thick Green- house Glass. Lord & Bnmham, 1133 Broad- way, N. Y. GLAZING POINTS H. A. Dreer, Philadelphia, Pa. Peerless Glazing Point. For page see List of Advertisers. GLAZIN(i POINTS, Lord & Burnham. Si,eclal Glazing Nails (Points). Lord ft Burnham, 1133 Broadway, N. Y. GREENHOUSE CONSTRUCITON GRLENIIOUSB CONSTRUCTION, Seml- Irnn Gnenhouse, New Truss Houses and Iron Frame Houses. Lord & Burnham. 1133 Broadway, N. Y. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., between 2.5th & 26th Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Hlt(!hlngs & Co., 1170 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. GREENHOUSE HOSE Revere Rubber Co., Boston, Mass. Revero Hose. For page see List of Advertisers. GUTTERS GUTTERS, Cast Iron Gutters, L. & B. Improved V Shaped Gutter with drip gut- ter attachment. Lord & Burnham, 1138 Broadway, N. Y. HAIL INSURANCE Florists' Hall Asso. of America. J. G. Esler,, Saddle River. N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. HARDT FERNS, MOSS AND GREENS H. M. Robinson & Co., 15 Province St. and 9 Chapman Place, Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, 38 and -10 Broadway, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. GREENHOUSE BUILDING MATB- RIAL Lord & Burnham Co., 1133 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Plerson U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. A. T. Stearns Lumber Co., Neponset, Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. King Construction Co., N. Tonawanda, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Hltchlngs & Co., 1170 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. J. C. Monlnger Co., 117 East Blackhawk St., Chicago, 111. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. CoTi Western Ave., between 2oth & 26th Sts.. Chicago. Peeky Cypress for Benches. For page see List of Advertisers. S. Jacobs & Sons. 1359-63 Flushing Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. George Cotsonas & Co., 50 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Rice Bros., 115 N. 6th St., Minneapolis, Minn. For page see List of Advertisers. HEATTNO APPARATUS Lord & )?urnham Co., 1133 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Plerson U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Kroeschell Bros. Co., 35 Erie St., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. HELP FURNISHED Thos. H. Bambrick, 34 So. 7th St., Phlla. For page see List of Advertisers. •HERBACEOUS PERENNIALS P. Onwerkerk, P. O. No. 1, Hoboken, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. New England Nurseries, Bedford, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. The Geo. Wittbold Co., 16,=;7 Buckingham Place. Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. HOT-BED SASH The A. T. Steams Lumber Co., Neponset, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Plerson U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Lord & Buruham Co., 1133 Broadway, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., between 2.5th & 26lh Sts., Chicago. HTDRANGEAS. The F. R. Pierson Co., Tarrytown-OB- Hudson, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. INSECTICIDES. Nicotlclde kills all greenhouse pests. P. K. Palethorpe Co., Eleventh St., Owensboro, Ky. For page see List of Advertisers. Stumpp, & Walter Co., 50 Barclay St., New York. Kllmdead Tobacco Dust. For page see List of Advertisers. Bowker Insecticide Co., Boston, Mass. In.sect Destroying Preparations. For page see List of Advertisers. In writing to Advertisers kindly mention Horticulture 88 HORTICULTURE July 17, 1909 INSECTICIDES — Continued Phila. Insecticide Co., 6117 Main St., Germantown, Pa. Pnllman's Insect and Worm Destroyer: Nicotine. For page see List of Advertisers. Eastern Chejnlcal Co., PIttsliurg St., Boston, "lill"" Soap Spray. For page see List of Advertisers. •1 he Fumigating Kind Tobacco Pow- der"— Tlie first on the marl^et and the Islnd that has so many Imitators, has our guar- antee tag of satisfaction or money back, and "The Moon Trade Marlt" on every bag. J3.00 per 100 lbs. The H. A. StoothoC! Co., Monnt Yernon, N. Y., makers and sellers. JAPANESE PIJI.NTS Yokohama Nursery Co.. 31 Barclay St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. KENTX&B Godfrey Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. A. Leuthy & Co.. Roslindale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. .Tos. Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. Horae-Grown, Established Plants. For page see List of Advertisers. O. V. Zangen, Hoboken, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. LILY OF THE VALLEY PIPS HJalmar Hartraann & Co., Langangstraedo 2(1, Copenhagen, Denmark. For page see List of Advertisers. MASTICA F. O. I'ierce Co., 12 W. Broadway, New york. For page see List of Advertisers. MINIATURE CACTI Cobweb plants, an interesting plant put up in attractive form, 1-in. pots. $5.00 per 100. Cash. W. H. Hitter, Cacti and Minia- ture Plants, 82.-. N. 2Sth St., Philadelphia, Pa^ _J__ MOON VINES Godfrey Aschmann, Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. 'MUM CANES Wm. Elliott & Sons, 42 Vesey St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. BTUSAS The F. R. Plerson Co., Tarrytown-on- Hudson, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. MYRTLE Myrtle, bine for cemeterv planting. $2.00 per 100; ?17..5n per KMJO. Geo. A. Dhonau, Station H., Cincinnati, Ohio. NARCISSUS A. .Mittlng Calla Lily Bulb Co., Santa Cruz, Calif. Narcissus Alba Grandiflora. For page see List of Advertisers. NICO-FVME Kentucky Tobacco Product Co., Louisville, Ky. For page see List of Advertisers. NURSERY STOCK John Waterer & Sons, Ltd., American Nursery, Bagshot, England. For page see List of Advertisers. P. Ouwerkerk, 21ti .Tane St., Weehawken Hei.ghts. N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. New England Nurseries, Inc., Bedford, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. W. & T. Smith Co., Geneva, NrY^ For page see List of Advertisers. Manual of the Trees of North America, by C. S. Sargent, mailed to vour address for $6.00. by Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. TREES, SHRUBS, ROSES, EVER- GREENS, PEONIES, HARDY PLANTS. BLLW ANGER & BARRY, Rochester, N, Y. ONION SETS Leonard Seed Co., Chicago, III. For page see List of Advertisers. ORCHID PLAKTS Lager & Hurrell, Summit, N. J. Fresh Imported and Established Orchids For page see List of Advertisers. Sander, St. Albans, England. Importers. Exporters, Growei-s, Hybridists. For page see List of Advertisers. Carrlllo & Baldwin, Secaucus, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Ordonez Bros., Madison, N. J., Box 105. Cattleya Mosslae. For page see List of Advertisers. Stnart Low & Co., Bush Hftl Park, Enfleld, Middlesex, Eng. For page see List of Advertisers. Largest stock in the country. Ask for prices. Julius Roehrs, Rutherford, . N. J. Native Orchids. Hugo Kind, Hammon- ton, N. J. PAINT AND PUTTY PAINT AND PUTTY: Ideal Greenhouse Lead: Special Greenhouse Pntty. Lord & Burnham. 11.33 Broadway, N. Y. PALMS A. Leuthy {l Co., Perkins St. Nurseries, . Rosllodale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Robert Craig Co.. Market and 49th Sts., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Heacock Co.. Wyncote, Pa. Hoine-Grown Palms. For page sec List of Advertisers. Geo. Wlttbold Co.,^ 16.'57 Buckingham Placed Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. O. V7^Zan?en. HlTliTdien. Nrj . For page see List of Advertisers. John Scott. Brooklvn. N. r. For page see List of Advertisers. PANSY SEED John Gerard, New Britain, Conn. Giant Pansy Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. The best Giant Pansy seed. Send for leaflet. Chas. Frost. Kenilworth, N. J. PATENTS Slggers & Siggers. Washington, D. C. For page see List of Advertisers. PEAT Orchid Peat and Moss always on hand. Julius Roehrs Co.. Rutherford, N. J. PEONIES Cottage Gardens Co., Inc., Queens, L. I., N. Y. Peonies for Fall Delivery. For page see List of Advertisers. Gilbert H. Wild. Sarcoxie, Mo. For page see List of Advertisers. Peonies only, by the wholesale — best 100 varieties. J. F. Roscnfleld, Westpoint, Nebr. PHOTOGRAPHS: DESIGNING: IL- LUSTRATING Geo. E. Dow, 178 Washington St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. PIPE AND FTTTIN^ Foley Mfg. Co., between Western Ave. and 26th St., Chicago, 111. Kroeschell Bros. Co.. 35 Erie St., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Albert &~Davidson, 6^7(r~Troutman St., Brooklyn, N. Y. Pipes and Boiler Tubes. For page see List of Advertisers. PIPE AND FITTINGS. Cast Iron and Wrought Pipe, Valves, Elbows, Pipe Hooks, Automatic Air Headers, etc. Lord & Bnrn- ham, 1133 Broadway, N. Y. Metropolitan Material Co., 1392-1402 Met- ropolitan Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. PLANT STAKES Seele's Tleless Plant Stakes and Trel- lises. H. D. Seele & Sons, Elkhart, Ind. POT HANGERS Pot hangers. Kramer's. $1 doz. by exp., SI 25 by mail. I. N. Kramer & Son, Cedar Rapids, lowii. PRIMULAS Primula chincnsis, 0 colors mixed, 2 inch, 2c.; Obconica Ronsderfer, Lattmanns Hybrids, 10 colors mixed, 2 inch 2c.; Ob- conica gigantea, mixed, 2 inch 2^c. J. L, Schiller, 929 Prouty Ave,, Toledo, O. RESURRECTION PLANTS Write for wholesale prices on resurrec- tion plants. Native Plaut Co., Marathon, Texas. RHODODENDRONS John Waterer & Sons, Ltd., American Nursery, Bagshot, England. For page see List of Advertisers. P. Ouwerkerk, Hoboken, N, J. For page see List of Advertisers. ROSES Robert Craig Co., Market and 49tb Bts, Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertlsera. P. Ouwerkerk, P. O. No. 1, Hoboken, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. The F. B. Plerson Co., Tarrjrtown-on-Hudson, N. Y. White KUlarney. For page ace List of Advertlsera. Dlitgee & Conard Co., West Grove, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, 111. For page see List of Advertisers. A. N. Plerson, Cromwell, Conn. WTilte KUlarney, My Maryland, Ramblers. For page see List of Advertisers. W. & T. Smith Co., Geneva, nTy" American Grown Roses. For page see List of Advertisers. S. J. Renter & Son, Westerly, r7 1. Own Root Roses. For page see List of Advertisers. Charles_H. Totty. Madison, N. J. The Rose, by H. B. Ellwanger; mailed for S1.30 by Horticulture, 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. Hand Book of Cultural Notes on Roses Under Glass, by F. P. Brlgham. mailed to your address for 25c., by Horticulture Pub- lishing Co.. 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. Roses, Maids and Richmonds, strong 4 in. stock, $8.00 per 100. American Beau- ties, 3 in. pots, $7.00 per lOO; 3% in. pots, $8.00 per 100. Rose Hill Nurseries, New Rochelle, N. Y. RUBBER PLANTS F. I;. Pierson Co., Tarrytown-on-Hudson, N. t. For page see List of Advertisers. SEED GROWERS Hjalmar Ilartmann & Co. CauUllower and Cabbage Seed. Langangstraedo 20, Copenhagen, Denmark. For page see List of Advertisers. Fedorico C. Varela, Tenerifte, Canary Ids. Bermuda Onion Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. Francis Brill, HempsteadrLTL.^N." Yi Choice Vegetable Seeds. SEEDS T. J. Grey Co., 32 So. Market St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Hreck & Sons, 51 and 52 N. Market St., Boston, Mass, For p£ge see List ef Advertisers. W. Atlee Burpee A; Co., Philadelphia. For page see I^lst of .Advertisers. Arthur T. Boddington, .342 W. 14th St., New York. I'ansy Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. Hjalmar Ilartmann & Co.. Langangstraede 20, Copenhagen, Denmark. Cauliflower and Cabbage Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. For List of Advertisers See Page 9 1 July 17, 1909 HORTICULTURE 89 SEEDS — Conttnned Elckards Bios.. 3T E. 19th St., New York. For psge see List of A(l^ ertisers. "WIRED TOOTHPICKS W. J. Cowee, Berlin, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. WHOI.ESAI.E XXOBISTS— New York — Continued R. & J. Farquhar & Co., 6-7 So. Market St., Koston. Mignonette Seed. For page see List of Advortiseiss. WTREWOBK Reed & Keller, 122 W. 25th St., N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Greater New York Florists' Association, 162 Livingston St., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Frank Millang, 55-57 W. 26th St., New H F Miehell Co lUlS Mnrkpt St Phlla Primula Seed. For page see List of AdTertlsers. Durand & Marohn, Albany, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. York. For page see List of Advertisers. J. W. Thorburn & Co., 33 Barclay St., N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. WIrework. Write for our catalogue. Holton & Hnnkel Co., Milwaukee, Wis. Philip F. Kcssler, 55 & 57 W. 26th St.. New York. Leonard Seed Co., Chicago, 111. William E. Heilscher's Wire Works, 38-40 Broadway, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. Beans, Peas, Sweet Corn, Onion. A. L. Young & Co., 54 W. 28th St., N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. For page see List of Advertisers. WIrework— Compare our prices wltb others. Scranton Florist Supply Co., 201 N. 7th St., Scranton, Pa. Sohlegel iV.- dottier Co., 26 & 27 So. Market St.. Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Growers' Cut Flower Co., 39 W. 28th St., New York. WHOI^ESAT.K FLORISTS Basten For page see List of Advertisers. E. F. Winterson Co., Chicago. Seeds for I'lantsmen, Nui-serymen, Seeds- men. For page see List of Advertisers. J. K. Alle'i, 106 W. 2Sth St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. N. F. McCarthy & Co., 84 Hawley St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Charies MUlang, 444 Sixth Ave., New York For page see List of Advertisers. A. C. Zvolauek. Bound Brook, N. J. ■Winter Flowering Sweet Peas. For page see List of Advertisers. Manhattan Flower Market, 46 W. 28th St., Francis Brill. Hempstead, L. I., N. Y. Choioe Vegetable Seeds. H. M. Robinson .t Co., 15 Province St. and 9 Chapman PI., Boston. New York. For page see List of Advertisers. SHRUBS Welch Bros.. 226 Devonshire St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. PUlsdelpUa The George Wittliold Co.. 1657 Buckingham W. E. McKlsslck & Bros., 1619-1621 Ban- stead Sf., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Place, Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Tallby, Wellesley, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. SII.KAUNE Buffalo. N.Y. Leo Niessen Co., 1209 Arch St., Philadel- phia, Pa. For page see List of Advertiser.^ William F. Kasting Co., 383-87 EUlcott St., Buffalo, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. For page see List of Advertisers. S. A. F. TRADE EXHIBIT The S. S. Pennock-Meehan Co., 1608-18 Ludlow St., Philadelphia, Pa. Wm. iiurphv, Siipt., 311 Main St., Cincin- nati, 0. For page sec List of Advertisers. Chioago For page see List of Advertisers. Chas. W. McKeller, 51 Wabash Ave., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. New Offers in This Issue. SBITLAX Smilax, strong, 2U-in.. $1.50 per 100; $10.0(1 per 1000. Cash, please. Kead.T after Peter Relnberg, 51 Wabash Ave., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS. O. V. Zangen. Hoboken, N. J. For page see List of Advei-tisers. July 24. M m. Livesey, 6 McCabe St., New Bedford, Mass. B. F. Winterson Co., 45-49 Wabash Ave., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. SPHAGNUM MOSS Live Sphagnum moss, orchid peat and orchid baskets always on hand. Lager & Hnrrell, Summit, N. J. CANADIAN STEAMER FLOWER DELIVERY. I". McKenna & Sou, St. Catherine & Guy Sts., Montreal, Can. For page see List of Advertisers. J. A. Budlong, 37-39 Randolph St., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, UL For page see List of Advertisers. SPRATERS Chas. .1. Jager Co., Boston. Deming Spray Pump. For page see List of Advertisers. CromweU. Conn. DISSOLUTION NOTICE. A. N. Pierson, Cromwell, Conn. For page see List of Advertisers. Hugh Low & Co., Bush Hill Park, Enfield, England. For page see List of Advertisers. SWEET PEAS A. C. Zvolanek. Bound Brook, N. J. Winter Flowering. For page see List of Advertisers. Detroit FIELD GROWN CARNATION PLANTS. S. S. Pennock Methan Co., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers Michigan Cnt Flower Exchange, 38 and 40 Broadway, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. TKAINILD I'KUlT TREES Bflnneapolis Stuart I,ow & Co., Bush Hill Park, Enfield, GIANT PANSIES. Middlesex, Eng. For page see List of Advertisers. Rice Bros., 115 N. 6th St., Minneapolis, Minn. For page see List of Advertisers. A. T. ISoddlnstou, :i4J W. 14th St.., VEGETABI.E PI.ANTS For page see List of Advertisers. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., White AfflFRh Md ITaw T*rk JAPAN GROWN CALLAS. For page see List of Advertisers. Ford Bros., 48 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. ■SokoUama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay St., J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. For pa^'e see List of Advertisers. H. E. Froment, 57 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. VENTILATING APPARATUS Plerson U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. LILIUM LONGIFLORUM GIGAN- Alex. J. Guttman, 34 W. 28th St., Ne* York. For page see List of Advertisers. TEUM. I'honias J. Grey Co.. 32 So. Market St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., between 2.5tb 4: 26th Sts., Chicago. E. C. Horao, 55 W. 2Sth St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. The Advance Co., Richmond, Ind. For page see List of Advertisers. A. H. Langjahr, 55 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. NEW CKICAGO SPRAYER. E. H. Hunt, 76-78 Wabash Av., Chicago, III. Quaker Cltj- Machine Co., Richmond, Ind. 20th Century Ventilating Arm. For page see List of Advertisers. James McManus, 42 W. 2Sth St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. For page see List of Advertisers. NEW YORK STEAMER FLOWER John I. Kaj ncr. 49 W. 2Sth St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. VENTILATING MACHINERY, New Model encased, self-oiling gear; Standard Model Open Gear. Lord & Burnham, 1133 Broadway. N Y. DELIVERY. W. F. Sheridan, 39 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Alex. McConnell, 571 Fifth Ave.. New York. For page see List of Advertisers. VIOIiETS. William Sim, Cllftondale, Mais. Boston and Princess of Wales VIoleti. For page see List of Advertisers. Moore, Hentz & Nash, 55 and 57 W. 2fltll St.. New York. For page see List of Advertisers. ORCHIDS. Stuart Low & Co., Bush Hill Park, Enfield, Wm. H. Kuebler, 2S Willoughby St., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Eng. For page see List of Advertisers. Maria Lniilse Violet plants, well rooted, grown on Tile benches, free from disease, selected stock. $15.00 per 1000. Ready for Mlllang Bros.. 41 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. SPECIAL JULY PRICES. R. Vincent. Jr. & Sons Co., 'WTiite Marsh, Immediate delivery. J. Vender Linden, Rhineheck. \. Y. John Yoimg. 51 W. 28th St.. New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Md. For page see List of Advertisers. writing 90 horticulture; July 17, 1909 HEWS STANDARD POTS '" WORLDS LARGEST MANUFACTURERS] POT MAKERS FOR 140 YEARS Pearson Street, LONG ISLAND CITY, N. Y. WRITE FOR CATALOGUE AND DISCOUNTS A. H. HEWS & CO., Inc. CAMBRIDGE, MASS. 452-460 No. Branch St., CHICAGO, ILL. OIL AS A FUEL FOR STEAM BOILERS. We have of late years heard a gooi deal o£ discussion regarding oil as a fuel under our steam boilers, but not- withstanding the fact that all admit the saving of dollars after installment of oil-burning boilers, the expense of installation deters. For some time 1 have collected data and for the benefit of those enterpris- ing florists to whom our grandfather's ways are obsolete I present a rough sketch, showing how to transform a coal burner into an oil burner. One condition is essential, viz.: that the boiler must withstand a 50-ib. pressure and a hydrostatic test doesn't cost much. When a boiler is quoted barsar'e covered with clay three to four inches deep. The steaqj pressure would also necessitate a water injector and I think the most favorable would be "Penberthey's." To do away with watching day or night there are in the market many automatic devices for regulating oil. water and steam supply, and although they may be expensive at first sight they would save their cost in a short time. As regards draught regulation, it would probably be neces- sary to cut down the chimney, or put a damper in. Of course, the flues will only need cleaning at rare intervals. The advantage of oil installation may be summed up as follows: Sav- ing of space — no ashes or coal t& han- dle; abolition of smoke; cleanliness; and an immense saving of labor. But at 50-lb. pressure it means that it has been tested to 75 lbs. The price of oil Is another consideration. The price of lower grade crude oil varies according to locality and can, in some parts, as for instance Ohio, be obtained for 75c. or $1.00 a barrel. To heat a greenhouse plant of say fifteen 25x100 ft. houses one steam holier 22 H. P., would consume six bar- rels in 24 hours. The oil tank can (as most of our boilers are underground) be placed on the level, but care must be taken to protect it from contact with fire. Then run a 1-2 inch pipe which should have a valve close to the tank (in case of accidents) down to your "jet." This "jet" is a very sim- lile affair, as can be seen from the sketch, and can be bought cheap. It is important that the nozzle of the jet be as short as possible to prevent the oil from separating before leaving the nozzle. "Valves should be put on both steam and oil pipes tor the regulation of supply and these valves would be safest about 12 in. from inlet into the jet. The steam pipe, of course, con- nects in the"dome" of the boiler. To place the "spray breaker," it will be necessary to test your spray, which is best done with an iron plate. When the position is reached where the spray is most broken, build a fire-brick parti- tion right across the bars, about half- way up. This is to prevent the spray fi'om striking the back wall and leav- ing the front of the boiler cold. Ths most of all to be considered is the con- stant regular pressure of steam which, with coal fuel, is practically impossi- ble to obtain. In our present time of competition it behooves every florist to look out for economy, and cutting down the coal bill would mean approximately 7-8 per cent on money invested, as well as per boiler a year for labor, close on $900 — that is, if equipped with auto- matic regulators. A. PENGEL. STUART LOW & CO. NURSERY. The nursery of this eminent English firm is situated at the modern village of Bush Hill Park, a mile or there- abouts from the town of Enfield, and about a dozen miles from London. Fruit trees, roses, etc. grow elegantly on the fairly heavy soil of this section and in the hottest summers never look distressed, or are checked in growth, as is often the case in more easily worked, light or sandy soils. That trees are transplanted from such land with an excellent system of roots, goes without saying. Among the newer varieties of roses noted on a recent visit were Betty, a H. T. of a coppery tint, shaded with yellow, having large petals: Antoine Rivoire, H. T., a very light blush, occasionally flushed with buff, excellent for planting in masses: Leon, a deep blush rose of great vigor; Madame Segond Weber, H. T., a sal- mon pink rose having a bright centre, verj' large cupped blooms and pointed buds; Wm. Shean, H. T., a deep pink bloom, of an unusually large size and fine form, which received the gold medal of the National Rose Society; Lady Fair, a fine sport of Mrs. W. J. Grant (Belle Siebrecht) which Is a great beauty; Paul Lede, one of the best roses of recent introduction, with well-developed flowers in which there is a yellow suffusion apparent in .fine sunny weather; the climbing variety of Mrs. W. J. Grant, with very fine strik- ing foliage; Reine Olga von Wurtem- herg, a climbing H. P., with rampant, hall pendant shoots, the flowers semi- double and of a cerise color; Flora Fairfield, a perpetual flowering Ramb- ler, which has the property of flower- ing on the lateral shoots. On the occasion of my visit, Messrs. Stuart Low & Co. entertained about 150 of their employees, heads of de- partments, clerks, etc., at a supper in the village assembly room; and it was most gratifying to note the good feel- ing existing between employers and employed at this agreeable function, which inaugurated the formation of the new partnership. FREDERICK MOORE. CATALOGUES RECEIVED. W. E. Marshall & Co., New York,— Bulb Catalogue and Illustrated Price List for 1909. H. F. Michell Co., Philadelphia, Pa.— Summer Catalogue tor Florists and Gardeners. Seeds, bulbs and sundries. Forest Nursery and Seed Co., Mc- Minnville, Tenn. — Wholesale trade price list of ornamental trees and shrubs. STANDARD FLOWER POfS Packed in small crates, easy to handle* Price per crate 144 6 in. pots in crate $3.16 1207 *' *' 4.20 608 " " 3.00 HAND MADE 48 9 in. pots in crate $3.60 48 10 " " 4.80 24 It " " 3.60 24 12 " " 4.80 12 14 " " 4.80 616 " " 4.50 Seed pans, same price as pots. Send for price list of Cylinders for Cut flowers, Hanging Baskets, Lawn Vases, etc. Ten percent, off for cash with order. Address HUflngrer Bros., Pottery, Fort Edward,N.Y. August Rolker & Soni> Agtt. 81 Barclay St, N. V. City. Syracuse Red Pots ALL THE STANDARD SIZES It will soon be time to order large pots for fall potting. We have a fvdl line of the best. Syracuse Pottery Co.,^^"n'''v"^°- i— STANDARD FLOWER — P ice per crate 1500 9 tn.pots in crate $4.88 1500 2 5i *' *' 5-2?) 1500 a}4 ** 6.00 1000 3 " ** S.oo 800355 " " 5.80 5«>4 , " 4. SO 456 4ya " 5-24 3205 ** " 4-51 9I0 5H 3.78 OTS If your greenhovisos are within 502 miles of the Capitol, write us, we can save you money. W. H. ERNEST — 28th < M Sts., - Washington, D. C. — July 17, J 909 flORTICULTURE. 91 List of Advertisers Page Advance, The Co 95 Albert & Davidson. . - 94 Allen J. K. 85 American Nursery (Eng.) 76 Aschmann Godfrey.. ■ 67 Bsunbrlck Thos. H . • ■ 91 Barrows H.H.& Son. 68 BayersdorferH.&Co. 82 Boddington A. T. 79 Boston Florist Letter Co 81 Boston Plate and Win- dow Glass Co 94 Bowker Fertilizer Co. 78 Bowker Insecticide Co 93 Breck Joseph & Sons 78 Breitmeyer s J. Sons. 80 Brldgeman's Seed Warehouse 79 Budlong J. A 8a Burpee W. A. StCo . 79 CarriUo & Baldwin . 68 Castle, The W.W. Co. 94 Chicago Carnation Co 66 Clarke's David, Sons, So Coan J. J 8< Cotsonas Geo. & Co.. 84 Cottage Gardens Co- . 66 CoweeW. J 85 Craig, Robt. Co 68 CrawbuckGeo.W.... 84 Danker F. A 80 DannJ. H. & Son... 67 Dlneee& Conard Co. 66 Domer F. Sons & Co. 66 Dow Geo. E 79 Draer H. A 94 Dunlop John H . 80 Durand & Marohn... 84 Dysart R. J. 85 Eastern Chemical Co. 93 Edwards Folding Box Co. 83 ElllottWm&Sons.... 77 Esler J. G 95 Ernest W. H 90 Eyres 80 FarquharR.ft J.&Co. 79 Foley Mfg. Co 95 Ford Bros 84 Froment H.E (4 Frost Chas 78 GalvlnThos. F 80 Gerard, J 79 Greater N.Y. Florists' Association 84 Grey T.J. Co 79 Growers Cut Flower Co 84 Gude Bros. Co 80 Outtman Alex. J 84 Hail Asso. 95 Hartmann Hjalmar & Co 78 Hauswirth the Florist 80 Heacock Jos. Co 76 Hews A. H. &Co.... 90 Hilfinger Bros o* Hlll,TheE.G.Co.... 156 HItchlngs&Co 96 Hoffman 80 Horan E. C 84 Hunt A. E. & Co 66 Hunt Bros 66 HuntE. H 9a Jacobs S. & Sons 95 Jager, Chas. J. Co. . . 9a KastineW. F. Co.... 8s Kentucky Tobacco Product Co 9a KesslerP. F 84 fCine Cons. Co 95 KrickW. C 8j Kroeschell Bros. Co. . 95 Kuebler Wm. H 84 Lager &HurreU 68 Langjahr. Alfred H... 84 Leonard Seed Co 77 Leuthv A. & Co 67 Lord & Burnham Co. 96 Low, Stuart & Co. .68-91 MacMulkin E. 80 Manhattan Flower Mkt 85 McCarthy N. F.&Co. 85 McConnellAlex 81 Page McKeUar Charles W. 81 McKenna P. ^c Sons.. 8x McKlssick, W. E. & Bros 8a McManusJas 84 Meyer J. C &Co.... 85 Michell H. F. Co 77 Michigan Cut Flower Exchange 8$ Millang Bros 84 Millang Charles 84 Millang Frank 84 Milling A. Calla Lily Bulb Co 66 Moninger J . C 95 Moore, Hentz& Nash 84 Murphy Wm 6a Murray Samuel 80 New Eng. Nurseries. 76 Newman J, & Sons... 80 NIessen Leo. Co 82 Occhslin Frank 68 Ordonez Bros 68 Ouwerkerk P 76 Palelhorpe P. R. Co. . 93 Palmer W. J. & Son.. 80 Park Floral Co 80 Parshelsky Bros 94 Peacock DahiiaFarms 67 Pennock-Meehan Co. 83 Perkins St. Nurseries. 67 Phila Insecticide Co.. 93 Pierce, F. O. Co 94 Pierson, A. N. , Inc. . 67 Plerson F. R. Co 67 Pierson U Bar Co 96 Poehlmann Bros. Co.. 66-82 Pulverized Manure Co 93 Quaker CilyMach. Co 95 Raynorjohnl. 84 Reed& Keller 85 Reinberg Peter 83 ReulerS.J &Son,Inc. 66 Revere Rubber Co. . . 95 Rice Bros 8a Rickards Bros 79 Robinson H.M.& Co. 82 Rock Wm.L Flo.Co. 80 Roehrs Julius Co. ... 68 Roland, Thomas ... 66 Rolker August&Sons 90 Rose Hill Nurseries. . 68 Sander & Son 68 Schlegel St Fottler Co. 79 Schmidt J. C 66 Schuiz Jacob 80 Scott, John 68 Sharp,Partridge& Co 94 Sheridan W. F 84 Siggers & Siggers 94 Sim, Wm 66 Smith Elmer D. & Co. 66 Smith W. & T. Co . . . 66 Smyth Wm. }.. .... So Soc.American Florists 82 Standard Plate Glass Co 94 Steams A.T. Lumber Co 95 Stewart W. J 66 Stumpp & Walter Co. 93 Syracuse Pottery Co . 90 Tailby 8t Thorburn J.M. & Co. 70 Tolly Chas. H 66 Valentine, J . A 80 Varela Federico 77 Vincent R. Jr. & Sons. 68-78 Wants, For Sale etc.. 91 WardR. M.&Co.... ,:, Walerer John & Sons. 76 Welch Bros 81 Wild Gilbert H 66 WillboIdGeo. Co.... 68 Wilson 80 Winterson.E. F. Co.. 82 Wood Bros 66 YokohamaNurseryCo. 68-76 Young A. L Ss Young John 84 Youne & Nugent .... 80 Zangen O. V . . . Zinn Julius A.. Zvolanek A. C. IS YOUR NAME IN THE ABOVE LIST? IF NOT, WHY NOT? CHICAGO NOTES. Two Failures. One of the oldest establishments in Chicago, was closed by order of the Municipal Court July 9th, on action brought by tli"e owners of the building. Chas. Schneider was in business at the corner of Randolph and State when the Central Music Hall occupied that site. When this building was torn down and the ground bought by Mar- shall Field he went into business on Wabash Ave. Two years ago he went back to State opposite the old location, but rent is very high and his hard struggle came to an end last week. Many of the wholesale florists in Chicago are heavy losers in the failure of A. G. Lozier of Des Moines, la., who are settling with their creditors for five cents on the dollar. They find lit- tle satisfaction in the fact that this same company failed once before and are now preparing to start again. At their first failure they settled at fen cents on the dollar. Personal and Miscellaneous. C. M. Dickinson is at Pelican Lake, Wis. Wm. A. Peterson is with his family taking an auto trip through the North- west. Mrs. W. E. Horton, bookkeeper for Bassett & Washbun, is spending a two weeks' vacation in Milwaukee. Benj. E. Gage and bride are ex- pected home next week from a months' auto trip. Their home will be in Evanstou. Visitors: Lyal C. Waterbury, man- ager for Denver Wholesale Florist Co., Denver Colo; H. A. Fisher, Kala- mazoo, Mich. John Thorpe is not gaining and his condition is Very serious. All his children are here and to all appear- ances the end is not far off. F. F. Lindsay, president of the Hia- watha Garden Co., of Minneapolis, is spending a few days in Chicago. This company will enlarge extensively next year. The five bowlers having the highest average to date, July 12th, in the bowling contest are: John Zeck, Allie Zeck, Victor Bergman, Geo. Asmus and T. Yarnell. Lord & Burnham are now nicely es- tablished in their Chicago office and Mr. Sykes reports satisfactory busi- ness. They are contemplating an ex- hibit at the Cincinnati convention. Phil Schupp is selling June blooms of My Maryland and Mrs. Marshall Field. Though not classed as summer roses and though the plants have bloomed well all winter it is an inter- esting fact that they are producing ex- cellent results now. City Forester Prost is in the east visiting the principal cities, making a study of what they have done, and it is expected that he will bring home many valuable hints regarding the work in Chicago. J. P. Pedersen is attending to Mr. Prost's duties during his absence. MISCELLANEOUS WANTS WANTED TO BDY— Complet* grceo home plants and all kinds of gn«DbouBe material, to be taken down and remored at once. Terms cash. Address I. 8neM«r- man, 229 LlTlngaton St., Newark, N'. J. WANTED— Second-hand bags and bur- lap, any kind, any quantity, anywhere. Richmond Bag Co., Richmond, Va. Illlllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll] I WANTS, FOR SALE, ETC. I S Advertisements in this column one S S cent a word. Initials count as w^ords. S S Cash with order. All correspondence H = addressed "care HORTICUL- = = TURE " should be sent to I J Ham- 5 Advertisements in this column one cent a word. Initials count as w^ords. Cash with order. All correspondence addressed "care HORTICUL- _ TURE" should be sent to J J Ham- _ SZ ilton Place, Boston. s iriiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiifl} HELP WANTED GOOD MEM When you need good men, skilled or unskilled, Write: THOS. H. BAMBRICK 34 South 7th Street Phlladelphli Help of all kinds, including that for Florists, Nurserymen, Seedsmen and the Horticultural trade generally. WANTED — An honest, sober, industrious n,,iii who understands the growing of pinks, 'mums and single violets, prinoipally, for local trade, to call at 40 Columbus St., Newton Highlands, Mass., at once. E. A. M., Newton Highlands, Mass. SITUATIONS WANTED GAEDENEU. 31, married, wants situa- tion. Honest, sober, thoroughly under- stands the care of gentleman's place, grow- ing Bowers, fruits, veietables and land- scaping. Ed. Walther, Millwood, N. Y. FOR SALE GREENHOUSE PLANT FOR SALE Part can remain on mortgage, consisting of three houses, 32x142, 18x75 and 10x15 respectively, with cold frames and sasli. Built by Lord & Burnham Co., steam heat- ed with Burnham boiler. Strictly up-to- date and with every convenience for com- mercial business. Apply to Norcross & Stratton, with Jones, McDufEee & Stratton, 33 Franklin St., Boston. FOR SALE— Special 16 x 18 and 16 x 24 double thick glass In "A" and "B" quali- ties. Buy now and save money. Writ* PARSHELSKY BROTHERS, INC., S8 Montrose Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. FOR SALE— Retail Florist business with good bedding and landscape trade. Will sell cheap for cash, as we are going West. -\adress R. S. B., care HOKTICDLTURB, Boston, Mass. FOB SALE— 1-8 section Weathered boiler In good condition; nearly new. N. F. Mc- Carthy & Co., 84 Hawley St., Boston, Masa. DISSOLUTION NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the partnership heretofore subsisting between us, the undersigned Stuart Henry Low and Edward ^'alentine Low, carrying on busi- ness as Nurserymen and Orchid Growers nt The Royal Nui-serles, Bush Hill Park, Enfield. Middlesex, under the style or firm of Hugh Low & Co., has been" dissolved. The said Stuart Henry Low will In future carry on business at Bush Hill Park afore- said under the style of "Stuart Low & Co.," nnrt the said Edward Valentine Low will carry on business at The Orchid Nur- sery, Vale Bridge, Haywards Heath. Sus- sex, under the style of "Edward V. Low." .411 debts due to and owing by the said late firm of Hugh Low & Co. up to and Includ- ing the 2nd .Tune, 1909. will be received and p.ilil respectively by Frederick Orlando Collier of 15, 16. and 17 Bldon Street, Lon- don E. ('., Chartered Accountant. DATED this 15th day of June, 1909. (Signed) STUART H. LOW. (Signed) EDWARD V. LOW. «2 HORTICULTURE July 17, 1909 Tobacco Papor IS THE STRONGEST, BEST PACKED, EASIEST APPLIED. 24 tlieeU $ 0.75 144 sheeU 3.50 288 skeeU 6.50 1728 sheeU 35.10 NICD'rUlflE ""::"" ^^"""""^^^^^^^"^^ CHEAPEST. Furnishes the ■ ui ■iioiiv'f? iiiv^ JUST NOTE PRICEl Most Nicotine for the Monev pj„t , ,50 ...naoofactured by ... i^ .9*"°° ^"^ THE KENTOCKY TOBACCO PRODUCT CO., LouUtIIIc, Ky. 5 GiTnont.'... !il!.! 47!25 PHILADELPHIA NOTES. Business was very dull up at "the Home of the Palm" at Wyncote one day last week. So "the boss" thought he would take a run into town and look around. He was careful not to step on any cracks in the pavement to spoil the luck. When he got back a man from Washington had been there and left an order for $1,169.75. Something always happens when one goes away from home! That last statement may be true; but, as Mrs. Sweeney says, if you want something to turn up, you'd better go out with, a crowbar and pry it up. The crow- bar used by "the boss" the past two years has been liberal advertising in the trade papers. It's not enough to have the goods. You have to tell peo- ple. The boss has and does both! Eva E. Poss, late of the Pennock- Meehan ribbon department, was mar- ried July 3rd, to ^rthur George Wat- son Dent, of Collingswood, N. J. The ■event proved a complete surprise to the lady's fellow-workers in the P. M. establishment — showing that the old adage about a woii^an being unable to keep a secret is not always true. Bless you, my children! May you live long and prosper! The P e n- nock- Meehan Co. are grad- ually aban- doning the tibre vase as a Hower holder. Galva n i z e d iron buckets, hand- made, of special construction, and various depths and diam e t e r s, are the thing now. These cost twice as much but they will last four times as long. Besides they are cooler, and flowers keep much better than in the fibre receptacles. Edward Reid left on a three weeks' southern tour on the 9th inst. Busi- ness and pleasure combined. W. Crawford of Kift's is authority for the statement that the magnolia leaf is destined to supersede the galax in design work, the reason given be- ing greater durability. One can stem magnolias now in the slack season New Chicago Sprayer This sprayer is made of aluminum with two brass plates, one fine, one coarse. These are easily removed and quickly cleaned. Spraying face 4Vj inches wide, nozzle 6V2 Inches long; % inch pipe connec- tions. These spi'ayers will never wear out and are said by users to be the finest on the market. ' Send to us for testimonials from growers using them. Price $2.50 Each ■£. H. Hunt, 76-78 Wabash Ave., Chicago, 111. and they will be just as fresh and good six months or a year hence. The cost is a little higher but not enough to have any weight when the advantages are considered. Harry Woltemate, Jr., son of H. C. Woltemate, Mt. Airy, succeeds G. W. Waterfield on the old Butler place at Chestnut Hill. Mr. Waterfield has joined the forces of Alfred Burton. Visitors last week: Mr. Nunally, Jr., of the Nunally Co., Atlanta, Ga. ; Geo. H. Cooke and G. Milton Thomas, of Washington, D. C; Mr. Sohoenhut, Buffalo, N. Y.; Jno. A. Haines, Beth- lehem, Pa. We regret to report that W. K. Har- ris has not improved during the past week. A telephone message from Mark Mills, his son-in-law and business manager, indicates that his condition is causing his family grave anxiety. The transportation committee of the Florists' Club desires to hear at earliest convenience from those wishing to join the Philadelphia party to the conven- tion. The larger the party the lower the fare. Address either Jno. West- cott, E. J. Fancourt, or Arthur Niessen. Non-members of the club from nearby towns will be welcome. NEWS NOTES. PUBLICATIONS RECEIVED. "American Medicinal Barks," a bulle- tin prepared by Miss Alice Henkel, has been issued by the Department of Agri- culture at Washington. It is a 60-page pamphlet, with 45 illustrations and contains very much that is interesting and instructive on the topic designated. Botanical and common names, habitat and range, description of tree or shrub and its bark, methods of collecting, prices and uses are given fully in each instance. The fourth annual report of the "Superintendent for Suppressing the Gypsy and Brown-tail Moths" has been published by the Moth Department of the Massachusetts State Foresters' of- fice. A large number of full-page illus- trations are given, particularly inter- esting among which are those showing the new parasitic enemies of the moths and their methods of feeding on the caterpillars. "Chrysanthemum Society of Amer- ica: Proceedings of the Seventh An- nual Meeting." This useful little pub- lication gives the record of the meet- ing at Chicago, Nov. 7, 190S, list of va- rieties disseminated during the year and other Information, fully demon- strating the valuable work this organi- zation is doing and its right to the support of all who grow or sell the Golden Flower. A portrait of Presi- dent Elmer D. Smith forms the frontis- piece. Mt. Carroll, III. — John Lambert of Savanna intends to start in the green- house business here. Chilllcothe, Mo. — The large smoke stack of R. M. Isherwood was destroyed in a recent severe gale and will be re- placed by one of brick. It is rumored that a purchaser for Horticultural Hall, Philadelphia, has been secured at a figure not far from $000,000. Which Spray Pump^ ^^^^^B shall you bay? Bay the Spray Pomp that fully meets the demands of the Gk>vernment Agrl cultural Scientists and all practl vi\ Fruit Growers. These pumps are widely known as DERIING SPRAYERS and are made in 23 styles for uai^ in small gardens or immense orchards. i Write for our 1909 catalop with Spraying Chart. Add 4 cents post- age ana receive "Spraying tor - Profit,'* a useful guide book._ CHARLES J. JAGER^ 2(1-380 Fruvklln Bt,, Boi SPRAYED July 17, 1909 HORTICULTURE 93 r A DESTRUCTIVE BORER. Another pestiferous insect has in- vaded Boston Common and Public Gar- dens iu the form of the Leopard Moth (Zenzera Aesculi.) The leopard moth larva penetrates the bark and albur- num, sometimes encircling the latter before pupating. I notice that in many cases pupation takes place at the en- trance. The borings are emitted and can be seen at the base of the tree; that is, where the soil is freshed up around the trea In the Dutch elms another indication of their presence is a small streak of sap emitting from the hole. The trees mostly infested aie the sugar maples, ash, oak, Ameri- can and Dutcli elms. The laiter are completely invaded, as can be seen along Lafayette Mall, and it is inte;- esting to notice the injury caused by last year's larvae and the concealed methods of the present year. Its pres- ence in a tree does not mean imme- diate death to the tree, but renders it dangerous to pedestrians wheie large trees ai'e infested on public highways inasKuch as the limbs are weakened by the borings and by the interruption to the flow of sap. It is very difficult to exterminate this insect on large trees, owing to its method of concealment; but in the younger tBees they are more easily de- tected if, as I have already said, the soil is freshed around the base, so that the borings may be seen when they fall. The moth is white with black glossy spots, resembling the spots of a leopard, and these same designating marks together with a blackish seg- ment next the head are to be seen on the larvae. Cutting and burning the limbs affected, treating the eggs on the bark of the trees or, where holes are observed, pouring into them some car- bon bisulfide, and then plugging the hole with putty, soap, or something o* a similar nature, or pushing a piece of strong wire into the hole and there- by killing the larvae are some of the remedies used. RICHARD J. HAYDEN. A LEAF MINER {Ctleo/ihora Henterobielld) The Imperial Biological Institution for Agriculture and Forestry at Dah- lem in reply to the editor of Moller's Deutsche Gartner Zeitung in regard to methods of combatting this injurious insect on fruit trees, states that the treatment of the caterpillars by the ap- plication of poison, is made exceedingly difficult by the sack-like envelope. that protects the creature. Still the spray- ing with petroleum emulsion mixed in the proportion erf 1-9 of water has been proved of great use when applied at the unfolding of the leaves. As the insect as a rule forms burrows in the leaf and leaves the epidermis un- touched, excepting at the point of en- try, it is only in summer just at the time of the escape of the young cater- pillars from the eggs that spraying is of much use. The application of ar- senical mixtures for this purpose has to be carried out with a great deal of caution, in view of the dangerous ef- fects of the poison on human beings and animals; and for this reason it cannot be recommended. The young "trmry Bug Hmm Him Domm.' Insect-destroying preparations that do their work well and effectively are the cheapest. Bowker's Arsenate of Lead and Bowker's Pyrox are recognized stand- ard insecticides and fungicides for both indoor and outdoor use. Bowker's Insect Emulsion destroys many kind of plant lice, black and green flies, etc. Call or send for catalogue. DRU/I^CD INSECTICIDE DUnNLn COMPANY 43 CHATHAM ST. BOSTON mm Dried, screened and packed In bags of 100 lbs. each. PULVERIZED SHEEP MANURE PURE UNIFORM RBI,IABI,E A strong and quick acting manure, highly recommended for carnations and chryeanthemums. SHREDDED CATTLE MANURE EAST TO HANDLE AND APPLI Stronger and better In every wv than rough manure. Lasts mue^ longer on the benches. Unequalled tv mulching and feeding roses, liquid manuring and mixing with bench an4 potting soil. Used by all the largeat growers. Agk Your Supply Man or Write Ub for Circulars and Pricee. THE Pulverized Manure Co. 31 Union stock Yards CHICAGO caterpillars pass the winter in their envelopes, in the neighborhood of the buds, so that the cultivator can De- stroy the greater proportion . by a se- vere cutting back of the shoots in au- tumn and winter. F. M. PULLMAN'S INSECT and WORM DESTROYER Kills Worms and Auts la ground, KlUa Cut Worms. Kills all kinds of Insects. Acts as Fertilizer to ground. This powder is put up In packages i-rom 1 to 100 lbs. I'uli directions and testimonials In eacli package. PRICE lib 20c I 26 lbs SI. BO 5 lbs ,!5c 50 11>9 3.75 10 lbs 65c I 100 lbs. 6.0O NICOTINE Kills Thrips, Red Spider, Black Fly, Apliis, Green Fly and otlier greenhouse pests. Tills solution Is put up In !» pt. cans ...at-35c I 1 pt. cins...at » 1.40 M pt. cans ...at 50c i i|t, cans. ..at a.~5 54 pt cans ...at 90c | % gal cans at 5.00 Sgal.ca s at 40.00 Salesmen Wanted Everywhere —Made By— The Philadelphia Insecticide Co. 324 Queen Lane, (iermantown, Phlla.. Pa. IMP SOAP SPRAY THREE SUCCESSFUL YEARS Outdoor or Indoor ELM BEETLE OR WHITE FLY EASTERN CHEMICAL CO. Pittsburg Street, Boston, Mass. The Best BugKillerantf Bloom Saver For PROOF WriUto P.R.PatettioriMC*. OWENSBORO, IT. Jas. Taylor of Mt. Clemens, Mich., has started a flower store in that city, wliich ought to prove a good venture in a place where there are so many thousands of visitors annually. 94 HORTICULTURi: July 17, 1909 y^JJ^I^ JIQI^I PLANT AND FLOWER GROWERS If you are rebuilding, remodeling or adding more glass, don't /^ \ ^ 'T"' I C C V^ C HT p All fail to inquire into the merits of the W r\ ^IL^L^ ^lOIL^ ITl THE CASTLE BOILER is the best hot water heating Plate Boiler for Greenhouse purposes on the market today. The only system of forced circulation of hot water for greenhouse heating that has demonstrated its practicability, economy and perfection of action is ^^^ Castle Automatic Circulator All others are either superseded by the Castle Automatic, or are yet in the experimental stage. Send for Descriptive Catalogue and Testimonials from Florists who are using one or both. W. W. CASTLE GO. UO summer St., Boston DO IT NOW! Mention Horticulture GREENHOUSES BUILDING OR CONTEMPLATED. Doylestown, O. — C. A. Musser, house, ICxSG. Hanfield, Ind. — Alfred Hacker, one house. Putnam, Conn. — E. M. Arnold, two houses. Allentown, Pa. — J. H. Sykes, house, 20x 130. St. Louis, Mich. — Kleinhaus Bros., one house. Meriden, Conn. — J. A. Greenbacker, 90 ft. house. Amarillo, Tex. — Amarillo Floral Co., house, 27x100. ' Lenox, Mass. — S. W. Woodward, house 25 x 125. RIverdale, Md. — Alf. Ellaby, carna- tion house, 21x90. New York, N. Y.— David Clark & Sons, house, 30x92. St. Anne de Bellevue, Can. — J. J. Forget, one house. Stege, Cal. — T. Kamura, three rose houses, each 25x140. Stevens Point, Wis.— W. E. Mack- lin, house 40x100, to replace two old ones to be torn down. PATENTS GRANTED. 925,051. Ladder tor Picking Fruit, etc. James W. Stevenson, River- side, Cal., assignor to Wil- liam Schofield, Riverside, Cal. 925,212. Fruit Picker. Pierre McCon- ville, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. 925,248. Fruit Gatherer. John T. Shaw, Auburn, Neb. 925,519. Boiler Setting. John H. Simp- kins, Uhrichville, Ohio. 925,671. Lawn Trimmer. Cornelius B. Waters, Los Angeles, Cal. 925,885. Fruit Gatherer. John W. Fahuestock, East Greens- burg, Pa. 926,119. Greenhouse. Elbert A. Holt, Montgomery, Ala. 926,274. Stay for Plants. Roscoe 0. Meneray, Council Bluffs, Iowa. Holds Class Firmly See the Point JW PEERLESS QlAclnc Points are the beat. No rights or lefti. Box of 1,000 l>oiDU T&cU. poitpald. ^ HENRY A. DREER, STANDARD PLATE GLASS CO. rianufacturers — Importers — Jobbers NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY FRENCH OR AMERICAN GREENHOUSE GLASS LOWEST PRICES ON REQUEST 26-30 Sudbury St. BOSTON, HASS. 61-63 Portland St. g^m MAA Prices Advancing IlLAda SHARP, PARTRIDGE & CO. FOR GREENHOUSES 22nd AND LUMBER STS., CHICAGO Write us before buying BOSTON PLATE & WINDOW GLASS CO. GREENHOUSE GLASS """•*" *~° 261 to 287 A Street BOSTON AMERICAN 20 to 22'Canal Street F.8. PIERCE CO. t2 W.BROADWAY NEW YORK rtastlca is elastic and tenacious, admits of ex- pansion and contraction. Putty becomes liard and brittle. Broken glass more easily removed without breaking of other glass as occurs with hard putty. Lasts longer than putty. Easy to apply. GLASS Greenhouse and Hot Bed SIZES OUR SPtCIALTY IMMENSE STOCK Plate and AVindo^v Glass Write for Our Prices PARSHELSKY BROS., Inc. 69 AIontroBe Ave., BKOOKLTN, N. Y. Copyricifats Send your busiDei& direct to WasiilagCOB. Saves tiine aad insures bctur smrvkx. t^rsonail attention guaranteed. Twenty-five yaars' active service. SPECLALTY: "Working on Um PaUuM ol Others." SieGERS & 8I6GEII8 PAT.NT LAWVaiS Bm ». NattaoiU Unlee 9uUmmt WaaMacton, D.C. Special Sale on Second-Hand PIPES AND BOILER TUBES I in. pipe, $2.50; i5< '°.. $3-5"'. iH '»., $4.ro; a in., $5 50; 2>ii in., $8 50; 3 in , $11.75 P" hundred feet. RaHov TiiIiog ' '"■• *' 50: 1 in., $4 50; 4 i"-. DOller lUDeS $7.00 per hundred feet. For one month at the-e Prices ALBERT* DAVlOaOm, Brooklyn, M.Y. Tel. 5012 Williamsburg 68-70 Troutman St. In ordering good* plosM add "I It In HORTICULTURE." July 17, 1909 horticulture: 95 KROESGHELL BOILER MADE OF FIBE BOX FLANGE PLATE Can not Crack Witer Space io Front, Sides and Back Tke Mest Popular Boiler Made SEND FOR MrALOGUE. KROESGHELL BROS. GO. S5 Erie treet, CHICAGO, ILL. Breiytblng for Oreenliouse BnUdlDg Write for lofop- matloD aDd prlcL's 21 FOOT ;,,L; KING IRON FRAME GREENHOUSE; In Widths from 14 feet o inches to 54 feet o inches. Withont posts. KINQ TRUSS SA3H BAR HOUSES. IRON aUTTERS AND EAVES. IRON AND CYPRESS BENCHES. VENTILATING MACHINERY. KING CONSTRUCTION CO. NORTH TONA WANDA, N. T. mm SASH BARS HOT BED SASH FECKY CYPRESS BENCH LUMBER GREENHOUSES eREGTED m EQUIPPED COMPLETE IF DESIREI Writ» for Clrealmr "D" aad rrie»» Ai A. T. 8TEARN8 LDHBIR M NEPONtET, BOSTON. MASS. ADVANCE MACHINE Florists buy our machines be- cause ihey work rgh", are easy to set up and easy to operate. 65 florists have given us two orders each, 23 have given 3 orders. 10 four orders, and two have given us four orders of 8 machines, and two of 24 ma- chines each. Only 5 years on the market. In use in 40 states. Give us a chance to show you what we do. The Advance Co. RICHMOND, IND. REVERO THE MODERN GARDEN HOSE FOR LAWr[S, GARDENS, GREENHOUSES. STABLES, ETC. BRAIDED FABRIC, MOULDED CON- STRUCTION, SEAMLESS THROUGHOUT LIGHT— STRONG— FLEXIBLE Revero is Furnished on Reels in Continuous Lengths up to SOOft. Your Supply House can furnish "Revero." Write for Catalog REVERO — NON KINKING REVERE- RUBBER COMPANY BOSTON, MASS. NEW YORK NEW ORLEANS PHILADELPHIA MINNEAPOLIS PITTSBURG SAN FRANCISCO CHICAGO PORTLAND, ORE. We can supply in any Size or Lengtli and in Car Loads or any Quantity PECKY CYPRESS The Ideal Lumber for Qreenhouse Benches MOST LASTING -LEAST EXPENSIVE When ordering your other building material it is wise to add enough Pecky Cypress to make the shipment a carlot and so talce advantage of lower carload freight rates. WRITE TO US FOR PRICES • THE FOLEY MFG. CO., 26tll & WESTERN AVES. Chicago MANUFACTURERS OF GREENHOUSE MATERIAL — VENTILATING APPARATUS — PUTTY lo^'BKKs IN GREENHOUSE GLASS — BOILERS — PIPE — FITTINGS We carry on hand everything necessary lor the complete Erecting, Heating, Ventilating or Repairing of Greenhouses. L.et us quote you. GREENHOUSE CONSTRUCTION LUMBER John C. Moninger Co. 117 E. Blackhawk St., CHICAGO. in ordering goods please add "I saw it in HORTICUTURE. Evans 20th Century Ari Will DOt twist the shaftiag pipe. Thrca times the power of old style elbow anas. Sold only with Evans Challenge Machiaa. Write for free Catalorve it QUAKER CITY MACHINE CO. Richmond, ind. Th* FLORISTS' HAIL A8S0CI1TIM OF AHERICA, inrarer of 8»,00«,«M sq. ft. of glMS. For particai«rt addrea John O. Esl*r,S*e>,8acliM*Rlv*r, N.J. 96 HORTICULTURE July 17, 1909- Distinctive GreenHouses To most people a greenhouse is just a green- house— a long, low, glass covered building, unimportant except for what it contains. They all look alike. But ours are made with a beauty of design and a conformity to their surround- ings— it is just this, (next to utility), to which we devote great care. This one we built at Chestnut Hill, Pa. — a simple, well designed, attractive layout, in every way practical. Steel frame construction. Our circular shows numerous others just as at- tractive— send for it. Hitchings & Company Designing & Sales Offices Genera] Offices & Factory 1 1 70 Broadway, N. Y. Elizabeth, N. J. Tliiis Is tliat Beaitifil Palm Hoise oi Jo Bo Dike Place at SomerTlllet, with IS for ai Immeise Range, E?ery Irvington-on-Hudson, N. Y. New York — Boston — Philadelphia — Chicago k.M 'iijjr- ^ v^ ■'■^m. i Rose House — F. W. Vanderbilt, Hyde Park. N. Y. Three Compartment House — W. C. Atwater, Westhampton Beach, L. I. General Greenhouse — Lester O. Peck, Bethel, Conn. General Greenhouse — Rutherford Trowbridge, New Haven, Conn. THESE SUBJECTS ARE SHOWN THOROUGHLY in Our New Catalog just being printed. If you are interested, will send you the first section of 64 pages by return mail. PIERSON U-BAR CO I MADISON AVE. NEW YORK. DESIGNERS and BUILDERS or U-BAR GREENHOUSES Water Gauden In Japan Garden, Gunnersbury House, Aeton, England. wvoreafo the^ \l^iMap£ Garden £i C^^ Qq/To//, Mass. di/I>scr/pf/on. ^100 1 98 H ORTICULTURE July 24, 1909 We want to impress it ou tlie minds of the Florists tlirougliout the country, that we are getting ready to furnish them with Geraniums uext season. That we hare an immense stoolj in splendid condition to propagate from; that we are confident we will be able to give you satisfaction in every way: that if you write us giving us an approximate number of what you will need, we will convince you that it is more to your advantage to buv good 2 in. stock, just when you need it. and just the kinds you want, then to propagate it yourself. In writing for Special prices don't forget to say how many you can use. You can save money by placing your order now. SPECIAL. THIS WEEK WE OFFER AT $3.00 PER 100, PREPAID JEAN OBEELE, Bruant 1907, introduction, one of the most beautiful among that color known as Peach pink, an exquisite shade of Hydrangea Pink, shading tenderly to almost pure white at the outer edge of each petal. The florets are especially well formed, the trusses are actually immense, often having over a huudred florets to a truss, strong, vigorous, clean, healthy grower, free bloomer and stands the sun well We Stake Our Reputation on our Collections of 1000 in 20 varieties, our selec- tion, at $18.50 per lOCX), 2 in., and $25.00 per lOiW. 3 in. An immense stock tor im- mediate shipment. We Grow Dahlias, Cannas, Fuchsias and Bedding Plants R. VINCENT JR. & SONS CO,, WHITE MARSH, MD. CHRYSANTHEMUMS. "Not small weak runty stock grown under benches, but the kind that brings back Dollar* for Pennies." WHITE : Earlieit Octot>erFrost (We have extra fine Urge Itoclt of thii variety). Mrs. Henry Robin- ion, Clementine Touset, Alice Byron, Timothy Eaton, Merry Christmai, White Bonnaflon. YELLOW : Monrovia, Halliday, Appleton, Bon- Dsfion, Eaton, Chatauqua Gold. PINK: Maud Dean, Dr. Enguehardt. RED: Intensity, Schrimpton. All these varieties, rooted cuttings $3.50 per 100; $2o,03 per 1000. a% in. $3.00 per 100; $35.00 per 1000. Golden Wedding. R. C. $3.00 per 100; $27.50 per icxxj. a^ in $4.00 per 100; $35.00 per 1000. Golden Glow, R. C. $5.00 per 100. aH inch $6.00 per 100. ROSES. a in. or 2% in. 3 in. or i% in. 100 1000 100 1000 American Beauties $7.00 $65,00 $9.00 $95.00 Killamey-Own roots. $6.00 $55°o 7-50 Mrs. Potter Palmer 5.00 45.00 6.50 POEHLMANN BROS. COMPANY, a in. or 2% in. Bridesmaids \ 100 1000 Brides j $5.00 $45 00 Richmond . . ) Kaiserine 5.00 45.00 $6.50 Uncle John 4.00 35.00 Morton Grove, III. CALLA LILY BULBS Per 100 Per 1000 I Per 100 Per 1000 1 In. to 1^ In. In dlam..$3.00 $25.00 1% In. to 1% In. In dlam.. 6.00 50.00 IV. In. to IV. In. lu dlam.. 5.00 40.00 I 2 In. to 2^, In. In dlam.. 8.00 70.00 (250 at 1000 rate.) NARCISSUS ALBA CRANDIFLORA, $10.00 per 1000 When cash Is sent with order, we prepay the freight and guarantee safe airlval. A. MITTINC CALLA LILY BULB CO. SANTA CRUZ, CAL. Lock Box 380; We are Book ing Orders Now for FIELD GROWN CARNATIONS Write for List and Prices. S. J. REUTER & SON, inc., Westerly, R. I. CHRYSANTHEMUMS. READY NOW. Fromsi/; in. p^.ts at $2:50 per 100, $20.ODper 1000. W. H. Chadwick, \'irginia Poehl- mann, October Frost. Robert Halliday. Golden Glow, Monrovia, Golden Wedding, Col. D. Appleton, Roserie, Pink Ivory, John K. Shaw, Maud Dean, Glory of Pa- cific, Vivian Mcrel, CuUingfordii, Pacific Supreme, Major Bonnafion. tioldcn Engle, $5.00 per 100. Pompons and Singles, our selection, $^ 50 per 100, $20.00 per loDo. Elmer D. Smith & Co. Adrian, Hich. CARNATIONS F. DORNER & SONS CO. LaFayette, Ind. CHARLES H. TOTTY Wholesale Florist Chrysanthemum Novelties My Specialty Madison, N. J. ADVERTISERS' IDEAL S. A. F. Convention Number to be Issued August 14. Order space now — It pays to be forehanded From Pot CHRYSANTHEMUMS niss Clay Frick. Wtiite Stiaw. Early Snow, nrs. Jas. narshall. Hayor Weaver, The Harriott, $3.00 per 100. Autumn Qlory , Ada Spauldlng, Dr. Engue- hard, Dorothy Devens, Geo. Kalb, Qlory of the Pacific, Harry Hay, H. W Reiman, Ivory, Jeanne Nonln. J. E. Lager, J. M. Troy, J K. Shaw, riaud Dean, Meta, Monrovia, ninnle Wanamaker, Hrs. Alice Byron, Hrs. Baer, nrs. Robert HcArthur, Hajor Bonnaffon, Had H. Bergmann, Nagoya, Polly Rose, Robt. Halliday, Timothy Eaton, W. H, Lin- coin, Wm. Duckham, etc., $3.00 per 100, $25.00 per 1000. Send for Catalogue of Roses, cwn root and grafted, and other miscellaneous stock. WOOD BROTHERS FISHKILL, N.Y. Send for our Preliminary List describing and quoting Chrysanthemums and Carnations. A fine lot of Carnation Cuttings ready now. THE E. G. HILL GO.. Richmond, Indiana. MARY TOLMAN A New Light Salmon Pink Carna- tion for 1910. $12.00 per 100. $100.00 per 1000. A. E. Hunt & Co., Evansville, III. Chicago Carnation Co.,Joliet, Hi. Hunt Bros., - - Park Ridge, III. Begonia Gloire de Lorraine Leaf Stock, June Delivery. $15 per 100, $145 per 1000, from 2% in pots Stock guaranteed to be absolutely free from disease. THOMAS ROLAND NAHANT. MASS. ASTER PLANTS. Semple* Br&nching. Vicks and Queen of the Market fioe plants grown from the be*t seed. 3 colors, $3.^o per 1000; 5000 for $10.00. Cabbagre, Tomato and Celery Plants, all kinds, fine plants, $t.oo per looo; |8.oo per 10,000. Peppers and Cauliflower. Best kinds, $2.00 per 1000. J. C. SCHMIDT, Bristol, Pa. ROSES A SPECIALTY TlieDingee&.Conar(ICo.wew 0 n n n n field carnations OUiUUU READY NOW White perfection. White Hnchantress, Rose Hnchantress, Enchantress, Lloyd, Beacon, WInsor, Imperial, B. Ward, $6 per 100, $50 per 1000. f plendor. Welcome, $10 per 100. I. M. RAYNER, GREENPORT, L L N. Y. July 24, 1909 HORTICULTURE, yo WHITE KILLARNEY It is needless to say much about the value of this NEW WHITE ROSE its value is so well established. In support of this statement, we might say that we intend to plant not less than 20,000 for our own growing. We have a splendid stock of both grafted and own-root plants, which we can deliver immediately on receipt of order, — gilt-edged planting stock. We guarantee perfect satisfaction. STRONG PLANTS, 2-4 in. pots, own-root, $30.00 per 100; 250 for $70.00; $250.00 per 1000. GRAFTED PLANTS, $35.00 per 100; 250 for $82.50 ; $300.00 per 1000. SPECIMEN HYDRANGEAS Large Plants Grown in Tubs and Half-Barrels for July and August Flowering We make a specialty of these, and have a grand lot of plants in the finest possible condition. Our plants have never been so well budded as they are this season. Pine plants in tubs, $2.00 and $3.00 each. Large plants In half-barrels, $5.00 and $7.50 each. A FEW SEASONABLE SPECIALTIES BOXWOOD PYBAMISAI.. Fine plants 3 ft. high, S2.00 each ; 4 ft. high, |3.00 each; 4% ft. high, $4.00 each. RUBBER PLANTS (Ficns elastlca). Very large, bushy plants In tubs 4 ft. high, fine for summer decoration, ?3.50 each . PHOENIX BOEBELENI. Extra fine plants, 5-In. pots, $18.00 per dozen. CROTON8. Strong plants, 3-ln. pots, S3.00 per dozen ; 5-1d. pots, $6.00 per dozen; 6-In. pots, $9.00 per dozen. CANNA8. Buttercup, Souv. d'Antolne Crozy, Plergon's Premier, Mile. Berat, I.. Patry, Florence Vanghan, etc. Strong started plants, 3V4-in. pots, $5.00 per 100, $40.00 per 1000; dor- mant roots, $3.00 per 100, $20.00 per 1000. CAI.ADICM E8CUL,ENTUM. Started plants, $6.00 per 100. CASTOR Oil. BEANS (Rlcinns). 3%- In pots, $6.00 per 100. MCSA EN8ETE (Abyssinian Banana). 8-In. pots, $1.00 each. GERANIUMS. Double Gen. Grant. Ex- tra flne plants In bud and bloom, .SVi-in. pots, $8.00 per 100. GER.4NIUMS, assorted. In bud and bloom, 31^-ln. pots, $6.00 per 100. NASTURTIUMS. 3%-ln. pots, bushy, $4.00 per 100. ENGLISH IVY. 3%-in. pots, $12.00 per 100. GERMAN IVY 100. AMPELOPSIS 214-ln. pots, $3.00 per VEITCHII. Strong plants, 4-ln. pots, $15.00 per 100. F. R. PIERSON CO./ ^EwToRr" Araucarias our Specialty Araucaria Robusta Compacta and Excelsa QIauca, Specimen Plants, Spring 1908 importa- tion, 7 incn pots, 25, 30, 38, 40 inches high, 6 years old, sjitable for the veranda, porch or lawn, 5^.00, $2.50, $3.00 each, worth double that amount. Saint Varieties, April iqoq importation, 15- 20-22 inches high, $1.00, $1.25, $1.50. Araucaria Excelsa, 5, 5H. 6 inch pots, 2-3-4 years old. 40c., 50c., 60c., 75c., $1,00. Kentia Forsteiiana, 6-7 inch pots, 25, 30, 40, 50 inches high, $1.00, $1.25, $1.50, $200, $3.00 each. Beltnoreana, 6 inch pot», 5 to 6 leaves, $1.00. $1.25, $r ^o. Cocos Weddeliana, 3-4 inch, isc, i3c., 25c. Adlantum Hybrldum. valuable for fronds for cutting, big bushes suitable for 6, 7, 8 inch pots, 30C., 40c., 50c. Areca lutescens, 4 inch, 25c. Begonia Glolre de Lorraioe, 4 inch, 25c. Lonsdale light pink and the dark pink. Sago pakns. loc. per leaf. Cash with order please. GODFREY ASCHMANN Importer and Wholesale Grower of Pot Plants 1012 W. Ontario St., PHILADELPHIA, PA. .\11 goods must travel at purchaser's risk Kentias, Arecas, Latanias, Cocos, Phoenix, Araucarias, Rubbers, Crotons, Pandanuses, Asparagus, Ferns for Dislies. Before placing fall orders for Palms and Decorative Plants Write for Prices A. LEUTHY & CO. PERKINS ST. NURSERIES R08LINDALE, MASS. A. N. PIERSON, Inc., Cromwell, Conn. WHITE KILLARNEY (Waban Strain) Doi. 100 250 50O 1000 2 GRAFTED STOCK S6 OO SW.OO $3-"W $15000 $3>0,00 S61 WUI\f MIA^AAI A Mf\ GRAFTED ....$3.nOperdoi., $20 OOperlCO. IVIY MARYLAND OWN ROOT.. 2.00 ■• •• ICOO- 2500 S687.50 6000 $1.2fi0.00 $150.00 per 1000 90.00 " " STANDARD VARIETIES Betty,-[Bttn Silene, Bride, Bridesmaid. Cardinal, Enchanter, Etolle de F™""; Etol'e dj Lyon. Franz Deegan, Gen. McArthur, Qolden Gate. """""^ '^"^J.^'h^r NiefX^e Victoria, Kate Mouiton, Killarney, La Detroit, M»manCochet, Marshal NieLj^m Abel Chatenay, Mrs. Jardine, Mme. Hoste. Mrs. Paul N'=ho«- J^"' *;|f/PR"gallne ^ Mrs. Potter Palmer, Papa Gentler, Queen Beatrice, Rhea Reid R'^h^SJ^^f.XT Whlti English, Souv. du President Carnot. Souv. de Wootton, >J"|'' J""*";, Y^'Uffn -^' "looo Cochet. The above Grafted (selected plan.s)20cts. each, $2.00 per dot.. $15.00 per 100, $120.00 per lutjo. OWN ROOT ROSES Klll»rney. Bride, Bridesmaid, Mme. Abel Chatenay, Ivory. Richmond Mrs. Paul NlehoM 2-iii. pots, 75c per doz., $3.50 per 100, $30-00 per 1000. 2H->°- PO's, $1.00 per doz., $6.00 per luu. Quels' B?atriTRhea Reid, Mrs. Jardine, Mr.. Potter Palmer, from 2Km. po.s, $8.00 per 100, $70.00 per 1000. BEDDING PLANTS COLEUS. VerschaHeltii, Golden Queen, Queen Victoria BeckwUh Q'"-, ,''v7n'' ro«''in M.y*! Palmerston. Rooted Cuttings by express, $0.60 per 100, $5 00 per lOOO. Out of 2K m. pots m M»y, $2-00 per 100, $15.00 per 1000. , . ^ .... ^^„, Golden Bedder, Hero. Messy, Pearl of Orange. " Fancy Varieties. Twelve kinds not listed above, 76cts.per 100, $'5 00per lOOu. „ „ j ■j..^^h AGERATUM, Stella Gurney. Princess ?»•«"■« SALVIA ^P''!"'"*',m°Sfi oo oer"?000 HELIOTROPE. Dark blue bedding varieties. GERMAN 'VY. /5 cts per IW, $6^00 per 1(»0. ALTERNANTHERA, (Red and Yellow), 50c per 100, $5 00 per 1000. From 2« m pots, $2.00 per 100. SALLEROI. Rooted Cuttings, $1 00 per 100, 2« in. pots, $2.50 per 100. AoDlicatloB. CHRVSANTHEHUnS IN QUANTITY. Catalogue on Appiicaiioo. PEACOCK'S CELEBRATED NEW DAHLIAS JACK ROSE and other cut flawer sorts. SEND F<;iR CATALOG. Peacock Dahlia Farms Williamstown Junction, N.J. Cannas Dry roots; Italia, Cleveland, Austria, Egandale, Marlbo- ro ugh, America, Penna, Black Beauty, $1.50 per 100. Kate Gray, mixedwithred, $1.25 per 100. Asparagus Spren- geri, 2 in., $1.75,3 in., $4.00, 4 in.,J6.00 per 100. Dracaena indiv, 4 in., 10c. English Ivy. a in., $2.00; R.C. 75c per J 00. Rex Begonia, a m., 3c. J, H- DANK A, SON, WESTFIELB, N. T. 100 HORTICULTURE July 24, 1909 ORCHIDS ORCHIDS ORCHIDS Choice varieties selected from Choice named well known and *" enormous quantities for Ex= 1 ..^. ..... . hibition purposes and Cut certificated hybrids. i large importations. bloom grower. STUART LOW &. CO. beg to call the attention of lovers of Orchids in the United States to their large, varied and well grown stock of Orchids which is being frequently augmented by large importations. Visitors to Europe are cordially invited to inspect for themselves our extensive stock. Also their large and well grown stock of Roses — Fruit Trees in Pots — Fruit Trees for Outside Planting — Stove and Greenhouse Plants — Catalogues on Application. Estimates Free. ENGLAND BUSH HILL PARK, ENFIELD, Asparagus Plomosus Nanus from grccjnhouse grown strain, extra strong seedlings, ready to go In 2i.iln. pots. Periooo, $ 1 0.00 : Per lo.ooo, $80 00 Cocos Weddeiliana Per looo Per loe Fine established healthy plants from »% in. poti $90.00 $10.00 Satisfaction Guaranteed. 0. V. ZAN6EN, Seedsman, Hoboken, N. J. NEPHROLEPIS IIA6NIFIGA THE 8BNSATIONAL NOVBLTT BtroDf 2%-lii. iteck, ttS.OO per 100. WHITMANII flH-ln., >40.00 per 1000; 8H-ln., from Beock. 18.00 per 100. H. H. BARROWS & SON. WHITMAN. MASS. PALMS, FERNS AND DECORATIVE PLANTS JOHN SCOTT Rutland Road and E. 45th 8t. Ttl. s8^o Bedford BROOKLYN , N. Y. JARDINIERE FERNS IN BEST VARIETIES. VERY PINE STOCK. $3.50 per 100, $30.00 per 1000 ROSE HILL NURSERIES New Rochelle, N. Y. ROBERT CRAIG CO. BOSES, PALMS, •b4 HoTCltlM In DecoratlTe Plant* MARKET >nd 49th STREETS.. PHIUDELPHIA, PA. Palms Shrubs ^use^. JRLORiST Ferns Perennials Send for Our Catalogue. The GEO. WITTBOLD CO.. 1657 Buckingham Place. Chicago. III. LAGER ca HURRELL ORCHIDS Established and Fresh Imported. SUMMIT. N. J. ORCHIDS! Most nf onr healthy established plants are sold, many Impottatlons are nearly to be In. ORDONEZ BROS. Madison, N. J. ORCHIDS All Orchids. Nothing but Orchids. Best Orchids. Good Orchids. We Collect Them. Write Today. CARRILLO & BALDWIN, Secaucus. N. J. FERNS FOR DISHES Assorted vajieties, 9 in. pots, $3 per 100, $25 per looc. PRIMROSES OBGONICA AND CHINESE Best strains, 2^ <°' pots, $3 per 100, $25 per 1000. Cash with order. FRANK OECHSLIN 2878 W. Ailams St., - CHICAGO, ILI,. IMPORTED ORCHIDS Now Arriving Julius Roehrs Co. RUTHERFORD, N. J. ORCHIDS Ijorgett Import^rt, Xmpori^ra. okA HybrUUtU im th* WorU Sander, St. All>an», Eoglaiid and 230 Broadway, Room I WW YORK CITY HEACOCK'S PALMS. KEMTIA BEI.HOREANA a-ln. pot, 22 to 24-ln. high $1 00 each 6-ln. pot, 24 to 26-ln. high $1 25 each 6-in. pot, 26 to 28-ln. high $1 50 each 9-ln. tob, 42 to 48-ln. high $5 00 each 91n. tub, 48 to 54-lii. high $6 00 each MADE.UP KENTIA FORSTERIANA 9-ln. tub, 4 plants, 42 to 48-ln. high. .$ 4 ea. JOSEPH HEACOCK CO. WYNCOTE, PA. In Honor of the S. A. F. Twenty=Fifth Anniversary At CINCINNATI This will be an issue of exceptional interest and will be widely circulated and widely read. Its value as an advertising medium for all floral and horticultural material cannot be over estimated. S- A. F. trade is always worth a special eflEort at Convention time. Send your order in early and it will have our best attention. July 24, 1909 HORTICUUTUKE 101 The Significance of Cookson Formula The increasing interest shown in this fertilizer b^ orchid growers and others means much to the student of the sohible fertilizer question. This and similar solu- ble compounds have been used by them for some years with success and in the only way possible to secure suc- cess— little and often or dilute-and-all-the-time — which corresponds exactly with Nature's best conditions al- though rarely met with. The accurate control of fertilizer is no less important than tliat of light, heat or water. These factors of en- vironment, except perhaps light, we may vary at will and we are making daily gains towards exactness in pro- ducing results by variation of these factors. Orchid culture is a half-way house between ordinary soil and the historic "Water Culture"'' where first, primal questions of fertilizers were put to the test. Orchid roots being surrounded with but little material make a culture possible almost free from the complicated and uncertain factors introduced along with soil. Thus it comes about that when a soluljle chemical is applied to orchids — with extreme dilution, remember — it is not changed before it gets to tlie root to any such extent as might well happen had it come in contact with or in fact been filtered through the soil as commonly occurs. The soil itself has chemical powers to change the char- acter of fertilizers before they can get to the plant's roots. It i* refreshing to see the culture of plants beginning to approach the accuracy necessary in any other manu- facturing enterprise. Cookson applied to plant culture the same care in use of chemicals he would have, had it been any other question of chemical technology. He chose a combination of chemicals which have no compar- atively useless elements as soda, chlorine or sulphur, but which do contain in reasonable proportions the three elements we hear so much of, nitrogen, phosphoric acid and potash. To be sure plants need a wee bit of several things which, however, they are extremely likely to get in the ordinary course of events through the water or somehow. Cookson's Formula has nitrogen in both forms (neither organic) nitric and ammonia as exemplified respectively by the nitric part of nitrate of soda and the ammonia in sulphate of ammonia. It has phosphoric acid in combination with ammonia while the potash is linked with the nitric nitrogen. The proportion of two parts ammonium phosphate to three of nitrate of potash would show over 13 per cent, nitrogen and double that of both phosphoric acid and potash. Now what interests the student of chemistry as ap- plied to horticulture is thi.s — ^liow soon are the so-called ■"practical men" going to swallow this proven theory of ■"dilute-solutions-only," and act accordingly? Many have done so, the late Dr. Cookson being a distinguished pioneer in tliis field. Note the dilution. His formula as used by him gives the proportion in water of one to 80 thousand in the case of nitrogen while with phosphoric acid and potash the ratio is one part to 40 thousand. Many well and pond waters are as strong as tliis but never with as val- tiable fertilizers as this. In fact this does not occur in Nature and none but a soluble chemical of chosen con- stituents could be applied with the ease, accuracy and extreme but certain dilution obtained with Cookson Formula. Bosion, Mass. Some Points in Peony Growing EFFECT OF SOIL AND CLIMATE Soil and climate have much to do with these flowers. Location, even in the same neighborhood, plays an im- portant part. Those. in a protected position will often 1)1 oom profusely, while those exposed will not have a flower. Just south of our house is a large clump of Festiva maxima. At blooming time I counted sixty-five blooms and large flower buds. Not many rods away where the plants of the same variety were exposed to the full sweep of the northwest wind it took three clumps to produce one flower. There are some sorts which will bloom under all con- ditions. I note that Grandiflora Eosea, Faust and C4olden Harvest always bloom — especially the latter, no matter where it is planted. It is a favorite in Mani- toba. I have just returned from our branch nursery at Paynesville, Minnesota, under the care of Frank Brown. "\Mien I visit that place where the peonies always bloom two weeks later than in this locality, I am ashamed of Nebraska. Up there, winter hangs on till spring and the plants escape the late freezes which nip the flowers in the bud. The cooler and moister air gives greater beauty to the bloom. For instance Humei, that late cinnamon scented pink, is being discarded in Illinois and Nebraska and other portions of the West as well as in some parts of the East, but up there it is one of the grandest flowers, and almost always carries oS the prizes for pinks. A CURE FOR GOCTT RO'GT, THAT TERRIBLE FRENCH DISEASE Once in awhile we \\ill get caught in our importa- tions. I once got a lot of Humei Alba from a Chicago firm. The roots of these disease plants are the most uncanny and repulsive things in the vegetable kingdom — all laiotted and gnarled. No fibrous roots and the poor things can only live, and have no vitality for blooming. I once tried lye and made it so strong I killed one hun- dred roots, but I didn't mind that. Others I planted in slacked lime, that killed some and nearly cured others. By cutting off the diseased parts and plantiug in fresh soil, which never had been manured, they near- ly recovered. I conceived the idea of sending a lot to I\Ir. Brown of Paynesville. I told Mr. Brown to plant them on the barest knoll without any covering, and see what 40 degrees below zero would do for them. He selected a gravel and clay soil which had never been manured, and last week I dug up some of them to see how they were getting along. The old roots were there as repulsive as ever, but outside of them new ones had been found clean and healthy and full of vigorous little rootlets, making a strong contrast to the old diseased *ones, so that disease which has baffled every effort can be remedied, by the cold air cure, just as consumption is often cured bv a mountain climate. Yorl-, Nehrasl-a. (^ f [ft^/nvtrvi 102 HORTICULTURE July 24, 1909 Water Scenery in the Garden (SfiT Frontispiece) AQUATIC PLANTS First and foremost among plants suitable for cultiva- tion in the water must be placed the hardy nymphasas whose flowers have beautiful shades of yellow, rose, car- mine, and blue, like those of some of the tropical spe- cies. It is to M. Latour-Marhac, of Temple-sur-Lot, in France, that the merit is due of imparting these tints and graceful shapes to the hardy and more vigorous species of the temperate parts of the globe. With these new additions aquatic gardening bids fair to become a great feature in gardens furnished with suitable areas of water of the necessary depth, namely 1 1-2 to 3 feet. The planting may be performed in the months of May and June. The soil should be strong loam of good qual- ity, slightly enriched with decayed ox dung, and placed in slight hillocks or in wire or willow hampers, and cov- ered with a thin layer of small stones, in order to avoid its washing away, if there should be a current in the lake. I would recommend the following species and varieties: Nymphaas Marliacea albida, a fragrant, pearly white flower ; M. carnea, of a pale flesh tint, with yellow stamens like the preceding; M. chromatella, straw color with orange stamens, fragrant, and a. con- tinuous flowerer during summer and autumn. Then, there are N. Marliacea fiammea with reddish purple flowers, N. M. ignea, deep crimson, N. M. rubro-punc- tata, reddish mauve, the petals tipped with car- mine. Another section consists of the Laydekeri varieties, viz., N. L. fulgcns, deep crimson flushed with orange; N. L. lilacina, pale rose color; N. L. prolifera, pure rose; N. L. purpurata, bright rose-carmine with stamens of orange red; and N. L. rosea, pink tint, changing to rose pink as it ages. Of the British species X. alba there are two forms dif- fering from the type, viz., plenissima, whose flowers are fuller, and pure white; and rosea, a rather rare, rose pink variety. N. odorata is the delieiously scented pure white Xortii American water lily. There are several va- rieties of this fine lily, of which mention may be made of Exquisita, with rosy carmine flowers; Gigantea, whose flowers are white and many petalled ; Luciana, with deep rose pink flowers; rubra, cup-shaped blooms of pink; Paul Hariot, Seignouretii, Eichardsonii, a strong grow- ing form of N. tuberosa, having wliite blooms thrown high above the surface of the water; and N. Falconeri with blooms of bright red, having a tinge of lake, and reddish leaves when young, but changing with age to green, the veins only remaining reddish. To afford variety of form and color the following species may be planted in lakes of any extent, provided the water is of moderate depth ; it being borne in mind that depths exceeding 5 feet in the summer season are unfavorable to growth. Acorus calamus, Aponogeton dis- tacliyon, Butomus unbellatus, Caltha palustris and its double flowered variety, Cyperus alternifolius. Iris Pseudo-acorus, Menj^anthes trifoliata, Polygonum am-, phibium,. Sagittaria Japonica fl. pi., Stratiotes aloides, Vallisneria spiralis, etc. For these and indeed all aqua- tic plants, suitable sites near the banks should be chosen, and soil laid, and weighted down with a few flat stones. and tJie richer the soil in reason the better the future growth will be. It may here be stated that some water lilies — especially ■ native species — but more rarely hy- brids, grow in course of time, with such luxuriance as to crowd out all other plants. This evil is much to be feared when species of reeds are planted in any quan- tity. The smaller growing water lilies have a good effect when planted in sucli small basins as are found in the garden near to the house, which seldom exceed 30 feet in diameter, and in such receptacles there is no necessity to •endeavor to heighten the effect by planting many of them. More agreeable are the impressions afforded by the formation of receptacles for plants in the outer wall of the basin and extending these outwards two or three feet. This kind of addition is easy of accomplishment at the time the basin is built, as well as subsequently. In these receptacles may be planted Cannas, small grow- ing Arundinaria (Bamboos), Bambusa palmata, Carex Japonica, Eulalia Japonica and its varieties; Funkia grandiflora, Gynerium argenteum. Iris Kaempferi, I. ochroleuca, Osmunda regalis, Spirsea aruncus, etc. The same species may likewise find a place on the shores or banks of large pieces of water; either singly or better still as clumps not too closely planted together. When placed around a basin, a few flowers should be added to afford coloring and contrasts, and to faU over the edges of the masonry. In such positions as this the following species may be put to effective uses, in the warmer months. Fuchsias, Gladioli of species. Iris of many kinds, Montbretias, Ixias, Tigridias, Lilies, tuberous rooted Begonias, Incarvillea Delavayi, Myosotis, Lobelia erinus in variety, L. cardinalis. Clematis aethusifolia, flowering in September and October ; C. coccinea Countess of Onslow, Duchess of Albany, Duchess of York, Grace Darling and Sir Trevor Lawrence — five of the progeny of the American species C. coccinea crossed with the Star of India an old hybrid. The plants are hardy and free flowering. Any of the annual summer climbing plants as Lophospermum, Maurandya, etc., may be planted at the margins. British Horticulture THE "white city" GARDENS The wet, unsettled weather which has characterized the early part of the summer has not been very favorable to the Imperial International Exhibition which is being held at the "Great White City" at Shepherd's Bush. In spite of the climatic shortcomings the gardens, which form a large portion of the city's 150 acres, have pre- sented a very briglit and attractive aspect. By the art of the landscape gardener what was at one time an un- sightly piece of waste ground lias been completely trans- formed. The effectiveness of the design has been en- hanced by the formation of a number of lagoons, with grassy banks and islands. A specially made mower, with an unusually long handle is employed to keep the grass in order. The lawns, most of which have been produced from grass seed, have materially improved as the result of another year's growth, and their splendid appearance has been tlie subject of general admiration. This year the Exhibition authorities have laid out a sub- July 2i, li>09 HORTICULTURE 103 stantial sum of money in the preparation of the beds in the central part— the Court of Arts. Many thousands of pehirg-oniums have made a brilliant display, the va- rieties chiefly used being Paul Crampel, Jacoby, Den- mark, Kaspail, etc. Nothing very original, however> iu the way of design has been attempted, the object appar- ently being to furnish an abundance of gay parterres. For originality we must evidently wait for next year, when the enterprising Japs are coming over to the "White City" — in order to demonstrate to Westerners the advance they have made in arts, sciences, and inven- tions. i . . SOME TRADE EXHIBITS A popular feature in the gardens last month was the grand display of rhododendrons made by Messrs. Water- er and Sons, of the American Nurseries, Bagshot, who worthily upheld the high reputation they have attained in this" special line. In the Elite Gardens, which are bordered by artistically designed buildings, there is a meritorious array of roses planted by G. Paul and Son. Polyanthas, such as Lady Gay, Godiva, Goldfinch, and Waitham Bride, occupy prominent positions in the vari- ous beds, surrounded l3y a fine selection of the leading varieties of the "Queen of flowers." Close at hand Messrs. Lane and Sons make an excellent show with some well arranged dwarf conifers and ornamental shrubs. A similar display is made by the Harrow Nur- sery Co. Kelway and Sons make a special feature of pyrethrums, peonies and gaillardias. An interesting collection of begonias from the nursery of John Laing and Sons is seen in the beds fronting the garden club. A batch of dahlias planted by Toogood and Sons are making satisfactory progress, the varieties including Daisy, Bruce, Gazelle, Hyacinth, Victoria, Mercury, Kev. D. E. Williamson and Harold Peerman. Contrary to expectations, it is not intended to hold any flower shows at the exhibition this season. Last year some attractive shows were held, at which the leading members of the nursery trade in Britain and France were well repre- sented, and the proceedings were of an international character. Possibly all efforts in this direction are being kept in reserve for next year, when the exhibition is to receive the official support of the Japanese Govern- ment. SOME NEW ROSES At the National Eose Society's show on July 2nd, some choice novelties were to be seen. As usual, the Irish firms were well to the fore in this direction. In the class for new roses offered by the trade for the first time in 1906, Messrs. Hugh Dickson, of Belfast, were first. Their exhibits included Miss Cynthia Ford (sal- mon pink), W. E. Smith (creamy white), and the Lyon rose. In the seedling competition, the same firm se- cured a gold medal for Countess of Shaftesbury. This is of a rich cerise pink hue, with an outer shading of silvery pink. Lady Pirrie was also another gold medal seedling, this being similar in tint to the Lyon rose (coral red, tinted chrome yellow). Muriel Johnson, of an apricot shade, received a card of commendation. Other seedlings shown were Mrs. Herbert Stevens, creamy white ; Thelma, a single flowered Wichuraiana of a deep red color; Climbing Lady Aslitown, deep pink; Monaghan, a rich crimson single. The championship in the nursery classes this yeaj' was carried off by A. Dickson & Sons, Ncwtownards, Ireland. In the trade section a silver medal was awarded to the following va- rieties as being the best of their class in the show: A. K. Williams, H. P., shown by A. Dickson & Sons; Mdme. Melaine Soupert, H. T., shown by S. Mcgreedy & Sons, Portadown, Ireland; Mrs. Edward Mawley, T., shown by H. Drew, of Oxford. The quality of the ex- hibits was not up to the usual standard, the unfavorable weather having had a prejudicial effect on the blooms. ^tyy. ddi'OJ^. Notes from the Arnold Arboretum Among the new Chinese plants there are many beau- tiful climbing shnibs and some of them with strikingly variegated leaves such as we see in some stove plants as Ciss-us discolor and others, but not in any of our hardy vines. One of the most noteworthy is Psedera Henryana (Vitis Henri/ana) which very closely resembles in shape of its foliage our native Virginia Creeper and possesses like that species and the Boston Ivy the property to cling to walls and trees with disk-bearing tendrils. Its leaves are in shape exactly like those of the Virginia Creeper, but are bright purple when unfolding, turning later to purj)le and finally into ruddy bronze, on their upper side, with beautiful silvery marking along the midrib and partly along the veins, while the under side keeps the purple color. The hardiness of this vine has not yet been tried here, but in England it is considered hardy and it is even said to be quite hardy in northern Germany, so that we may hope it will be fairly hardy here. It will certainly rank among the horticulturally most valuable new plants from China. There are also several new Chinese Clematis with pret- tily variegated foliage, but we know as yet very little about their correct names, as they have not yet flowered, and nothing about their hardiness. Another new vine with beautiful foliage is Actinidia chine7isis. Of this genus we already possess two species, viz., A. Kolomikta and A. polygama of which, particu- larly in the staminate plant, the foliage is strikingly col- ored, their leaves assuming partly a silvery white color, in the first species tinged with pink. In Actinidia chi- nensis the foliage is very handsome in a young state when the leaves are densely covered like the stems with bright red hairs, later the upper side becomes almost glabrous and dull green and the under side is covered with a grayish white pubescence ; in outline they are almost round and measure four to five inches in diam- eter. The flowers which appear at the base of the young shoots and on short branchlets' of last year's growth are cup-shaped, nearly one and a half inch broad and bright yellow and followed by edible fruits about the size of walnuts with a flavor resembling ripe gooseberries. It is to be regretted that at the Arboretum this species has not proved hardy, having been killed to the ground dur- ing the winter, but vigorous young shoots have sprung up again from the base and show the beautiful foliage. Another Actinidia from China not yet named has the young leaves purplish and beautifully marked almost like those of Cissus discolor which they also resemble in shape. It has not yet been tried in regard to its hardiness. 104 HORTICULTURE July 24, 1909 horticulture: TOL. X JULY 24, 1909 NO. 4 PUBLISHED WEEKLY BY HORTICULTURE PUBLISHING CO- 11 Hamilton Place* Boston, Mass* Telephone, Oxford Jgs WM. J STEWART, Editor and Manager SUBSCRIPTION PRICE One Year, in advance, $i oo: To Foreign Countries, $2.00; To Canada, $1.50 ADVERTISING RATES Per Inch, 30 inches to page $1.00. Discounts on Contracts for consecutive insertions, as follows: One month (4 times) 5 per cent. ; three months 1,13 times) lopercent.; aix months 126 times; 20 per cent. : one year (52 timesj 30 per cent. Page and half page spaces, special rates on application. Entered as secand-class matter December 8, 1904, at the Post Office at Boston, Mass under the Act of Congress of March 3, 1879. CONTENTS Page COVER ILLUSTRATION— AVater Garden. THE SIGNIFICANCE OF COOKSON FORMULA— Duel- lev M. Pray 101 SOME POINTS IN PEONY GROWING— C. S. Harrison. 101 WATER SCENERY IN THE GARDEN— Frederick Moore 102 BRITISH HORTICULTURE— W. H. Adsett 102 NOTES FROM THE ARNOLD ARBORETUM— Alfred Rehder 103 TWO NEW CLIMBING ROSES— Illustrated 105 OBITUARY— John Thorpe, Portrait— C. W. Smith— Her- bert Heller— Otto C. Lenz 106 NEWS OF THE CLUBS AND SOCIETIES: Mias.saohusetts Horticultural Society — Society of American Florists — Minnesota State Florists' Asso- ciation— Nassau County Horticultural Society — Joint Meeting at New Orleans 107 Royal Horticultural Society, Frederick Moore 108 American Association of Ifailroad Gardeners — Buffalo Floris: s' Club— Club and Society Notes 122 SEED TRADE: The National Organization of Seed Analysts, E. H. Jenkins 109 About Danish Root Seed 110 Notes r 122 OF INTEREST TO RETAIL FLORISTS: The Use and Abuse of a Great Convenience — Steamer Departures 112 A Nuisance Condemned — Flowers by Telegraph — New Retail Flower Stores 113 FLOWER MARKET REPORTS: Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Detroit, Philadelphia, Wash- ington 115 New York 117 DURING RECESS— Gardeners' and Florists' Club of Boston 122 LAWN DECORATION— Edwin Lonsdale 124 MISCELLANEOUS- Washington Notes 105 News Notes 105-106 Chicago Notes 113 Business Changes 113 Personal 117 Incorporated 122 Richmond (Ind.) Notes 122 Lenox (Mass.) Notes 122 Philadelphia Notes 123 Publication Received 124 Massachusetts Agricultural College 125 Greenhouses Building or Contemplated 126 Patents Granted 126 .Idlin Thorjii — ''Uncle Jolin"' as many John Thorpe afEcctionately called him — has joined as we knew him the great majority. Nevermore shall we see his well-known figure in the flower exhibition halls or listen to his shrewd counsel and sanguine forecast of the future triumphs of his favorites. Flower shows were John Thorpe's centre of gravity and when one was within his reach he fairly haunted it from beginning to close with an idolizing devotion wliich knew neither hunger nor fatigue. Con- trary to the rule with most men when past the meridian of life, retrospect and reminiscence had very little part in John Thorpe's make-up. He was forever looking to the future rather than to the past and no adverse con- ditions or discouragement could down this optimistic trait which enabled him to view with imperturbable serenity emergencies and consequences which would ut- terly disconcert an ordinary man. Who could help loving John Thorpe? In forming a just estimate of the man the scale of points applicable in judging the rest of humanity is almost valueless. In things small or great he was original and inimitable al- ways. In matters horticultural he was an enthtisiast and a genius. In his contact with his fellowman a rare magnetic influence was his and all who came under its radiance, whatever tlieir social or intellectual position in life, became oblivious to all those external marks by which we are all too ready to measure one another and, greedily drinking in the inspiration of his buoyant en- thusiasm and captivated by the intensity of his love for everything connected with plants and flowers, perceived onlv thet lustre of his great mind, the sway of his choice and master spirit which no privation could conquer. "Were I so tall to reach the pole, Or grasp the ocean with my span, I must be measured by my soul: The mind's the standard of the man." Rest in peace, dear old John Thorpe ! In American horticulture your memory will be forever green. The Rural New Yorker's "set to" with The "wizard" Luther Burbank over the identity of at bay Jiig ''Wouderberry" will be watched with keen interest by the horticultural world. The horticultural trade as a whole glories in the achieve- ments of its geniuses and always has done so. It re- spects and honors the man who gives us a Seckel pear, a Concord grape, an Early Rose potato, a Maryland rose, or an Enchantress carnation. ■ It has a right to resent and unhesitatingly condemn anything that savors of faking or deception, or in any way tends to bring dis- honor and humiliation to the profession. For a quarter of a century the Society of American Florists has raised its voice repeatedly in favor of the highest standard of ethics and morality in such matters, and today the trade insists upon and the public demand a clean bill with whatever is pushed forward as a sensational novelty. On Saturday, July 17, 1909, "Luther Burbank's Wonder- berry," in plant form and fruit, was displayed upon the exhibition tables of the Massachusetts Horticultural Society, marked "WoiihUss," and this fact was duly proclaimed in the Boston dailies, together with a state- ment of the poisoning of two Italians who had eaten of the frtiit. The public have been so industriously drilled into the idea of the wizard's marvelous powers that in the popular frame of mind up to date it will buy any- thing bearing Burbank's name, so it is desirable that the true character of such introductions, untested ex- cept possibly for a short time in California, should be ascertained and given the widest publicity. Horticul- TUUE has no bias in the present instance, our only desire being to see Truth jirevail and now that the bout is started we hope the light will be fully turned on and the matter thoroughly sifted until facts either vindicating Mr. Burbank or justifying the Rural New Yorker are conclusively shown. From what we know of Editor Collingwood's ways we have no doubt he'll hang on all right and there's plenty of fun ahead, if we are not ffrcatlv mistaken. July 24, 1909 HORTICULTURE 105 TWO NEW CLIMBING ROSES. \Vc have pleasure in presenting illus- trations ot two new climbing roses, Dr. AV. Van Fleet and Silver lloon. Messrs. Peter Hendeiton * Co., the introducers, write as follows: "These varieties will, we believe, mark an epoch in haidy climbing roses. The first is now in its ninth year and has stood the winters at Little Silver, N. J., without injury. The second is in its fourth year and has also stood the winters there perfeetl>. We append descriptions. "Dr. W. Van Fleet (Souv. de Pres. Carrot x Rosa Wichuraianal. The open flowers run four inches and over in diameter, center built high, petals beautifully undulated and cupped. The color is a remarkably delicate shade of flesh pink on the outer surface, deepening to rosy flesh in the center. Flowers full and double, buds pointed, stems 12 to IS inches and fine for cut- ting; delicate perfume. The foliage is a peculiar shade of bronze green, large and glossy, spines a bright bronze red. A vigorous grower and immune from mildew. "Silver Moon (Rosa Wichuraiana x Rosa Sinica or Cherolvee Rose). This is a most interesting cross. The flow- ers run four and one-half inches and over in diameter, clear silvery white in color, petals of great substance and beautifully cupped. The cen:er is filled with bright yellow stamens, a very at- tractive feature. It is very floriferous, the plants literally covering them- selves with the great clematis-like flowers. They are borne on strong stems, twelve to eighteen inches long and are delicately fragiant. The foli- age is large and abundant, a pleasing shade of b.onze-gieen and glossy. Vig^ -New Rose Silver Moos orous grower and immune from mil- dew." Both these roses weie awarded a sil- ver medal at the rose show in New York, 190S, by the Horticultural So- ciety of New York. They will be of- fered for sale in 1910. WASHINGTON (D. C.) NOTES. A severe wind and rain storm visited portions of the District of Columbia on .July 16, and more than 500 fine shade trees were victims to its fury. lluch interest is being aroused in the second automobile flower parade, which will be held here about Septem- ber 30th. The Chamber of Commerce is getting it up and it is thought that there will be a great many more en- tries than in the last one. It is pro- posed to ha\ e the ears decorated with natural autumn flowers. NEWS NOTES. A white sport from Dorothy Perkins' rose has appeared and promises to be one of the bright novelties of the near future. The diminutive cactus plants in 1-in. |)ots advertised as "Cobweb plants" in Gur Buyers' Directory ought to sell by the hundred thousand at the pleasure i(!-orts this season. Roses W. Van Fleet and May C^ileen ihe Boston Journal has set aside .Inly 27 as Flower Day. Receiving sta- tions will be arranged at the terminals iji' the Elevated and steam railroads liii- flowers brought in by suburbanites, v.r.il these will be open until noon. The donations will be distributed as rapid- ly as possible among the children in the poorer sections of the city. 106 HORTICULTURE. July 24, 1909 Obituary, John Thorpe. John Thorpe, father of the Society of American Florists and its first pres- ident, Chief of Floriculture at the World's Columbian Exposition and one of the best informed plantsmen in America, died at his home in Chicago on Thursday, July 15. Mr. Thorpe was born at Keyham, Leicestershire, England, April 3, 1841, and came of a family of horticultur- ists. At the age of 11 he was appren- ticed to his uncle. After serving his term he took charge of the large es- tate of his cousin John Turner of Lit- tle Thorpe and while there was mar- ried in 1862 to Miss Clara Soar on Christmas day. He then went to Bris- tol and became a market gardener. In 1868 he moved his business to Strat- ford-on-Avon, and controlled exten- sive nurseries. In 1874, wishing a ■wider field for his labors, he came to America to take charge of Gordon park, Cleveland, O. He moved to Queens, L. I., where he became a part- ner in the firm of V. H. Hallock, Son & Thorpe. In ISSS he went to Pearl River, N. Y., in business for himself. In 1891 he was appointed Chief of Floriculture at Chicago and since that time has been a resident of Chicago. Four children and seven grandchildren survive him. John Thorpe had a profound knowl- edge of plant physiology, was blessed with an inborn love for the beautiful, had keen perceptive faculties and fol- lowed up his work with patient indus- try, all of which qualifications brought forth good fruit as a result of his ef- forts in cross-fertilization while at Cleveland, Queens and Pearl River. His special subjects were zonal pelar- goniums, gladioli, carnations and chrysanthemums. At one time the firm of Hallock, Son & Thorpe may be said to have ranked first in the country in the origination of new va- rieties of the above-named subjects and there was scarcely a catalogue in either America or Europe that did not list some of their productions. During the period between 1881 and 1S89, Mr. Thorpe introduced to the trade between twenty-five and thirty carnations under name. Practically all of these have shared the fate of all other introductions of that time, but they surpassed any that had been pro- duced up to that time and it is only necessary to mention Portia and Mrs. Ferdinand Mangold to show the posi- tion some of these attained in the trade. In the years immediately fol- lowing, his work in fertilization was concentrated on the chrysanthemum of which he was, up to 1892, one of the ablest advocates. Many of his seed- lings were of advanced type and at one exhibition of the New York Horti- cultural Society (1884), Mr. Thorpe re- ceived 24 first-class ceitificates of merit for an equal number of distinct varie- ties of chiysanthemums. The appointment to the position of Chief of Floriculture at the World's Fair marked the close of Mr. Thorpe's activities in hybridization and plant improverhent. During the excitement and turmoil of that memorable time he was "Uncle John" to everybody and became a character of almost national celebrity. Within the past four years contributions from his pen have ap- peared in HORTICULTURE from time to time, all giving evidence that his love for the avocation in which the best years of his life had been spent had not grown cold. John Thorpe repeatedly asserted that at Cleveland, six or seven years before the S. A. F. was organized, he had advocated the forming of such a body. That he was recognized as just- ly entitled to a large share of the credit for the inception of the idea which took practical, form at a meet- ing in the Sherman House, Chicago, in 1884, is indicated in the following ex- tract from the report of the commit- tee on final resolutions at the Phila- delphia Convention in 1886, signed by Peter Henderson, John H. Taylor and \Vm. J. Stewart: Resolved, That, knowing that the So- liety of American Florists, uow a soiid success, was the inception of its retiring president — Mr. John Thorpe — who, in de- spite of great opposition from many mem- bers of the Nnisei-ymen's and Seedsmen's .Association, determinedly sowed the seed we knew him see editorial on page 104 of this issue. John Thorpe that has now become such a fruitful tree, he deserves in the highest degree our most hearty thanlcs, for the time so generously given, and the great ahility .so markedly displayed in bringing the work to such a high measure of success. An insight into Mr. Thorpe's heart may be gained by a perusal of the fol- lowing extract from his opening ad- dress as president before the Society of American Florists at its first Con- vention in Cincinnati, 1885: "Of all tile beauties there are to be found in nature, flowers stand pre-emi- nently lirst. They evidently are intended by the Creator to be companions of the human fiinuly. The man or wmuan is not born who does not inherently love flowers; it is only those who have unfortunately been denied the oppoi-tuity of ever seeing flowers that do not love tliem. "Florists are among the iiest educators ill the country. The.v teach by example, as well as precept, all that is" gyod and true; they will moulil the character of generations to come; they help those atflicted \A-ith sickness, ami make the long hours of pain more endurable. They teach also that with even all the liuft'etings of life, there is really something worth living for, and that, withal, the lieauties of nature are ever truthful, full of inspira- tion, and prompt us nil to do that which is right." For a few lines on John Thorpe as C. W. Smith. Charles W. Smith, traveling sales- man tor t^e past twelve years for the Leonaid Seed Co., Chicago, while swimming in the rear of the Chicago Beach Hotel on July 18 was drowned in full view of crowds of people, and at this writing his body had not been recovered. Mr. Smith had just returned from a business trip and intended to start out again at once. With his brother Al- bert he was spending the morning at the lake front. He had been in the water but a few minutes and it is thought cramps must have seized him. To his many friends in the trade this will come as a great shock. Mr. Smith was 33 years old and unmarried. Herbert Heller. Herbert Heller died at his home in New Castle, Ind., on July 9 in his thirty-ninth year. His name has be- come familiar to the trade through his success as a rose grower, and as an exhibitor at the large flower shows his firm. The South Park Floral Co., has secured many prizes. Mr. Heller, was a genial, whole-souled man; he was a member of the S. A. F. and nu- merous other trade societies. A, wife and infant son constituted his imme- diate family. A brother, Myer, was associated with him in the business which will be continued. Otto C. Lenz. Otto C. Lenz, a native of Germany, died at his home in Providence, R. I.. on July 10. For the past twenty-five years he has been devoted to horticul- ture and his large greenhouse con- tained many rare specimens. A wid- ow, three sons and five daughters sur- vive him. NEWS NOTES. Albany, N. Y.— John J. Berberick, florist, is increasing his floor space and will have two large show win- dows. Rochdale, Mass.— The Maple Ridge Greenhouses are being thoroughly re- modeled to meet the extended busi- ness which the proprietors are ar- ranging for. Denver, Col. — The Denver Whole- sale Florists' Co. w..i open a whole- sale cut flower commission and sup- ply business at 1433 and 1435 Cali- fornia street on Sept. 1. New York.— Charles Millang, the wholesale florist, will hereafter be located only at 55 and 57 West 26th street, having discontinued his store at 444 Sixth avenue. Bar Harbor, Me. — Among the many improvements at the Mt. Desert Nur- series is the installation of an auto- M matic sprinkling system, which will ■ include about 12.000 feet of pipe wlien completed. Lockport, N. Y.— D. McCarthy & Sou have completed their new rose house and are about through with _ planting. This is their first attempt ■ at rose growing. This firm has pro- T duced some of the finest stock of car- r:ations in the past few years. July 24, 1909 HORTICULTURi: 107 NEWS OF THE CLUBS AND SOCIETIES MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTUR- AL SOCIETY. The annual sweet pea exhibition at Boston, always a beautiful and popu- lar show took place on Saturday and Sunday, July 17 and 18 and was in all respects a worthy successor to the many fine displays recorded in pre- vious years. The sweet peas occupied a goodly proportion of the hall space and were in quantity and quality well worth a long journey to inspect. The "Spen- cer" sensations were all there and the exhibitors, as a rule, deserved credit for their admirable arrangement of colors. Among the leading exhibitors were Giraud Foster, gardener Ed. Jenkins, whose flowers were superb in size and finish and to whom honorable mention was given for Mrs. George Higgiuson, Jr., lavender, and Countess of North- brook pink; Mrs. F. S. Dehue; T. D. Hatfield, all Spencers; W. J. Clemsen; W. A. Rlggs. beautifully arranged with long stems and sprays of foliage; Francis Skinner, brilliant colored va- rieties predominating; Morton F. Plant, a very extensive collection; Lang-water Gardens, 12 large vases; Wm. Whitman, 100 vases, unnamed, mixed. No description can do full justice to the extensive array of summer gar- den flowers, arranged with consum- mate taste with rock border and clumps of osmundas and other wild ferns, from R. & J. Farquhar & Co. From the same exhibitors came two Immense groups of Japan iris in glo- rious profusion and a display of ama- ryllis grown outdoors. The Bellevue Nurseries also staged a rich collection of hardy herbaceous material as did also Old Town Nurseries and F. J. Rea. Mrs. J. L. Gardner was represented by some elegant specialties among which Francoa ramosa stood forth as a suggestion for general use as a flor- ists' flower. Its graceful sprays of pretty white flowers should appeal to every artistic flower worker. The new Hydrangea arborescens grandi- flora was shown by Mrs. E. M. Gill and F. J. Rea. Wm. Riggs got hon- orable mention for a superb seedling delphinium colossal in size of flower spike and dazzling in its tints of pur- ple and blue. Browallia speciosa ma- jor from Walter Hunnewell attracted attention as a lovely pot plant. The vegetables and fruit were sim- ply gilt-edged. A silver medal went to Thos. E. Proctor, gardener James Marllioiough. for a display of fruit grown under glass including flgs, peaches, nectarines, apples, pears and plums, part of the exhibit being shown growing on little trees in 12 in. pots. "Wonderberry," the reputed cliild of Luther Burbank and protege of John Lewis Childs, was shown in plant form and basket of fruit, labelled "Ap- pears to be identical with Solanum nigrum — Worthless." SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLOR- ISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS. Registration of Rose. Mr. Wilmer W. Hoopes, of Hoopes Bros. & Thomas Company, West Ches- ter, Pa., offers for registration the fol- lowing rose: Name — "Climbing Ameiican Beauty." Parentage — An unnamed seedling crossed by American Beauty. Growth — Of strong climbing habit, making shoots of 10 to 12 feet in a season. The foliage is a rich dark green, free of mildew or black spot. Color and form of flower is similar to its pollen parent, American Beauty, 4 to i5 inches in diameter. It blooms vtiy profusely in June and occasion- ally all during the summer. The plant is hardy, having withstood a tempera- ture of 5 degrees below zero without injuring even tlie tips of the shoots. The application for this registration having been submitted to the Ameri- can Rose Society and not having been objected to by them, the registration is completed under the rules of this so- ciety. W. N. RUDD, Secretary. MINNESOTA STATE FLORISTS' ASSOCIATION. The picnic of this association took place on July 15 at Big Island on Lake Minnetonka. The day was ideal; the two-hours' boat ride was especially en- joyed; nearly five hundred people were in attendance, and the program was carried out to the satisfaction of everybody. In the ladies' race, Anna Michaelson was 1st, Bernice Cole 2ud, Agnes Anderson 3rd. In the men's race, J. White, Harry Slater and Harry Dysinger, won in order named. In the tug of war St. Paul won the box of cigars; they also won in the ball game, seven innings were played, score 12 to 10, Helen Grelley was the prize-win- ning lady waltzer; H. E. Geyer won the gentlemen's prize. The c-hildien had their share of the sports and en- joyed them to the limit, boys', girls' and children's races being listed. The bowling is booked for July 23 at Pfis- ter'p alleys, St. Paul, the contest to be in individual teams and ladies' bowl- ing. NASSAU COUNTY HORTICUL- TURAL SOCIETY. The regular meeting of the society was held at Pembroke Hall, Glen Cove, on July 14, with a good attendance. President Everett occupied the chair. The secretary read several communi-. cations offering special prizes lor the Fall Show. Judges for the month were Messrs. Johnston, Duthrie ani Garrett. Awards in the points com- petition were: V. Cleres, 85, for vase of )!oppies; P. Reul, 82, for sweet pgas; H. Gaut, 78 1-4, for antirrhinums; G. Wilson, 75, for fuchsias. G. Wilson. P. Reul and G. Ashwoith were each awarded a cultural certificate for sweet peas. J. Brombrosky for Platy- codon and Stokesia cyanea, V. Cleres for sweet peas, and S. J. Trepass for cucumbers received honorable mention. The society will join the Tarrytown Horticirltural Society on their outing to Rve Beach on August 11. WM. MACKENZIE, Sec. JOINT MEETING .AT NEW OR- LEANS. Southern Florists' Association Dis- bands. The Southern Florists' Association was disbanded at the annual meeting held on July 15 in the clubhouse at Milneburg, over the wind-swept waters of Lake Pontchartrain. The end came after a long but futile fight to stimu- late interest among florists of the South. A number of members of t'ne association joined the ranks of the New Orleans Horticultural Society. The association was organized a little more than four years ago, and for a time the florists of the South took an active interest in its affairs. In the past two years interest has been found lacking. From the failure of the Florists' As- sociation the New Orleans Horticul- tural Society gains strength. The meeting of the Southern Florists and the Horticultural Society were held at the same time and place. The session of the Horticultural So- ciety was fraught with interest. The principal event was the election of oflicers to serve during the coming year. The following officers were elected; A. Alost, president; Herman Doescher, vice-president; C. R. Panter. secretary, and John Eblen, treasurer. Richard Eichling, one of the popular members of the society, was nominat- ed for the vice-presidency, but he de- clined, atfd retired in favor of Mr. Doescher. Secretary Panter, who v/as re-elected, will enter upon his sixth term. He has done a great deal .'i the interest of the association, and the members are wideawake to his value as an officer. J. Eblen has served in the capacity of treasurer for twenty- four years, and has never been found wanting. He is also numbered among those active members who are always doing something for the society. There were a number of interesting reports read by the officers, showing that the society is enjoying success and that its treasury is in a healthy condition. After the meeting adjourned the members of both societies marched to Moreau's restaurant, near the end of the long pier, where a sumptuous fish dinner was awaiting them. The spirit of conviviality predominated. There were bright speeches by the retiring oflScers and some of the invited guests. The ofiicers elected at the meeting were also heard from. There were other short talks and stories by Ed Baker, J. A. Newsham, Richard Sleek- ier, C. W. Eichling, Charles Eble, H. Papworth. On behalf of the retiring officers, H. Sherman made a brief ad- dress. I'he outing was one of the most suc- cessful ever given by the society. The committee was composed of Messrs. C. R. Panter, chairman; Henry Cook and Paul Abele. Quite a delegation from this society will be in attendance at the Cincinnati c'livention of the S. A. F. 108 HORTICULTURE July 24, 1909 ROYAL HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. The summer horticultural show of the R. H. S. which took place on July G and 7 was as usual well attended by private cultivators of plants and by the principal nurserymen of the south- era parts of England and a few from Ireland and Scotland. The visitors were nunuicus and the exhibits ex- ceedingly interesting to horticulturists of all grades. It is my purpose in the present letter to briefly touch upon the novelties observed among the plants and cut flowers, these being always of the most interest to people at a distance. Taking those shown from Scotland first, I would direct attention to fine varieties of pentstemons. de- rived from P. gentianoides. a Mexican species, hybridized, according to some authors, with P. Cobaea and P. Hart- wego. The flowers of the best varie- ties excel the gesneras in the bril- liance of their colors and freedom of flowering. Mr. J. Forbes, who for many years has paid attention to the raising of new varieties, showed over 100 varieties. Orchids were shown as plants in very large numbers. Messrs. Stuart Low & Co., Bush Hill Park Nursery, Enfield, exhibited Cattleya Schilleri- ana; C. Hardyana, with a lip of a beautiful purple color striped with orange; the other parts of the flower of a rosy buff tint; C. Mollis, a cross of C. Gaskelliana and C. superbiens;' Cattleya Canhamiana alba; Laelio-Cat- tleya Lustre, a cross between a vari- ety of C. speciosissima and L. Callisto- glossa; L. C. fulvescens, a cross be- tween Laelia Forbesii and C. aurea, a striking fiower having a large con- spicuous lip. From the gardens of Mr. Menteith Ogilvie came, besides many other superb orchids, some new Odontiodas, viz.: Charlesworth and Bradshawiae; Odoutoglossum Pesca- torsi var. luteum, having lemon col- ored blooms on short spikes, the for- mer spotted with crimson at the back. F. Sander & Sons, St. Albans, showed Cattleya Mossiae Reineckiana amabile, a flower having sepals, petals and ex- terior of the tube white, and lip of a rich color streaked with orange and purple; Cattleya Mrs. Myra Peelers, a cross between C. Gaskelliana alba and C. Warneri alba; the flower pure white, excepting the lower half of the throat, which is pale yellow. Laelio- Cattleya Martinetii possesses sepals and petals of buff tinted crimson; lip and tube purple. A variety of the above named, "The Prince" is a high- er colored flower. A first-class certi- ficate was awarded this variety. Messrs. Sander showed a Cypripedium gigas Corndean variety, with im- mensely large blooms and petiols 214 feet in height; and a plant Aerides Houletiana, a white and lemon yellow bloom, the sole representative shown of a once favorite species. Jlessrs. Charlesworth & Co. were the exhib- itors of a bigeneric hybrid-Miltonioda Harwoodii. the result of a cross of Mil- tonia vexillaria with Cochlioda Noez- liana. The plant carried one flower about two inches in length, and having sepals and petals of a cherry-red tint and a lip bearing resemblance to that of a Miltonia cuneata, milk white, with pink markings. Messrs. Wm. Paul & Son. Stuart Low & Co., Hobbies, Ltd.. and the Dicksons were all represented by ■JiiiiimiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiU: I RHODODENDRONS, ANDROMEDAS, KALMIASl I AND SPECIMEN EVERGREENS | I JOHN WATERER & SONS, Ltd. | I AMERICAN NURSERY | I BAQSHOT . - = - ■ ENGLAND | niiiiiiiiiiiiimiiiiiiiimiimiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiF ^ ^p -0 •<»«' EVERGREENS EONIlS 16 Acres for Fall Delivery. WRITE FOR PRICES. GILBERT H. WILD, Sarcoxie. Mo. American Qrown Roses Fruit and Ornamental Trees. Shrubs, Small Fruits, Clematis, Evergreens. Write for Trade List. W. & T. SMITH CO. Geneva, N, Y. THE BOSTON VIOLET Unequalled for Productiveness. Beauty and Popularity. In Crop from September to May. Plants $a.oo per doz; $i».oo per loo; $ioo.od per looo. Princess of Wales $15 00 per 1000. WILLIAM SIM Cliftondale Mass. In ordering goods please add "I saw it in HORTICULTURE." July 24, 1909 horticulture: 109 Seed Trade AMERICAN SEED TRADE ASSOCIA- TION. Preslilent, J. C. Boblnson, Waterloo, Neb.; li"irst Vice-President. M. H. Duryea, New Torli: Second Vice-President, F. W. Bolglano, Wasliingtou. D. C. ; Secretary- Treasurer. C. !•:. Kendei, Cieveland, Ohio; Assistant Secretary, Leonard H. Vaughan. Chicago. WHOLESALE SEEDSMEN'S LEAGUE. F. W. Bruggerhof, Free.; Bumet Land- reth, Sec'jr. The National Organization of Seed Analysts: Its Purpose and Scope. A paper read by E. H. Jenliins, President of tlie Association, before the Ameri- can Seed Trade Association. On December 31, 190S, representa- tives from sixteen of the states, fi-om Canada and from tlie United States De- partment of Agi'iculture, met in Wasli- irgton, D. C, and after discussion, formed the Association of Official Seed Analysts. While no formal declaration of pur- poses was put on record, the discus- sion indicated two objects tor the work of this body; first, to improve and unify the present methods of seed test- ing and, second, to work for more uni- form and satisfactory laws regulating the sale of agricultural seeds. In brief, our aim regarding methods of seed testing is to get uniform and accurate methods and manipulation in all seed-testing laboratories for fixing the purity and vitality of commercial seeds. Seed-testing is no new thing with the Agricultural Stations in this country. More or less of it lias been dene at the Connecticut Agricultural Station for more than thirty yeais.and quite as much of it in the interest of seed growers and dealers, as directly for buyers of seeds. Other stations have also engaged in such work. But this kind of work is now being forced tipou the attention of all the agricultural stations of the country by the logic of events and from the side of the retail purchaser. It follows as a consequence of other kinds of control work which state institutions are do- ing. For example, fertilizers are now sold only under a guaranty of compo- sition; they are officially tested, and, if they fail to meet iheir guaranties, the buyer has some redress, or the seller is more or less injured in his business reputation. The same is true, in a way, of cattle feeds, food prod- ucts, and of drugs. It is ])lain that clean seed, true to name and of good germinating power, is more essential to the grower than standard fertilizers. He has seen his mowings seeded with pestilent weeds. He has seen his clover fields overrun with dodder and, in some cases, grow- ing almost as much yellow trefoil as clover. He has sown "orchard grass" and got chess in part, and while these utter disasters may not be very com- mon, almost every farmer's own ex- perience teaches him that he is not sure of getting good seed and that bad seed may do more serious and last- ing damage than poor fertilizers. But the seller offers him no assurance of any kind regarding his seed. He reads on his packages: "While we exercise the greatest care to have all seeds pure UNEEDMETBERMUDA ONION SEED SEND CONTRACT ORDERS AT ONCE FOR 1910. -Don't Delay. -DO IT MOW. ,,^'^,1*''^' ™>' "Customers say about me: — "More than pleased." "Your sliipmem reaciied us hrst. ' We have splendid reports from the results of your Seeds." " Will give you ail of our future business." " Germination is good." WHITE CRYSTAL WA.X : EARLIEST OF ALL White Bermuda: White end Red FEDERICO C. VARELA TENERIFFE (CANARY expert onion seed aRowER ISLANDS) ^^° EXPORTER sta.k:e:s We are Headquaiters for Plant Stakes of all kinds. We contract for enor- mous quantities, and can quote special prices in large lots. NO. 1 0 STEEL WIRE, GALVANIZED NO. 8 STEEL WIRE, GALVANIZED 3 3% 4 4% 5 6 foot I'er 100 ...$0.45 ... .55 ... .65 .85 l.CO 1.10 1.20 1.30 er lOOiJ $3.75 4.50 5.50 6.25 7.25 8.10 9.00 10.50 12.C0 For St O 3 4 5 6 tal; rong foot ing American Beauty and otlier roses Per jqO Per 1000 $0.55 70 .60 .95 1.10 1.25 1.40 1.60 2.00 2.25 $5.25 6.50 7.50 9.U0 10.00 11.00 12.00 15.25 1T.50 19.75 Write for our Midsummer Wholesale Catalogue. Henry F. Michell Co,, ioiiM!!li!!J!. Philadelphia, Pa, LEONARD SEED CO. contract growers and wholesale dealers BEARS, PEAS, SWEET CORN, ONION, GARDEN SEEDS rLo^E^RslEPs Get Our Prices E. KIMZIE STREET, CHIC ACQ and reliable, they are sold without guaranty and without any responsibil- ity, express or implied, in respect to the crop." Neither regarding the pur- ity, nor the vitality, nor the genuine- ness of the goods he sells will the dealer take any responsibility. This is "caveat emptor" with a vengeance! The farmer's crops are his livelihood, but for his seed no one will be in any degree responsible! Naturally, with his experience re- garding fertilizers, cattle feeds and hu- man food products, he turns to the sta- tions. His only protection at present is to have the quality of the seed which is offered to him fi.xed, so far as may be, by some impartial and competent person, so that he may avoid what can be clearly proved to. be inferior by laboratory tests, and thus in some de- gree protect himself. Perfect protection he cannot get in this way. At present, for instance, no one can surely distin- guish for him the seeds of many agri- cultural varieties or strains of the same species. Nor can it be determined in advance whether a given lot of seed will yield strong, healthy plants, or weaklings that can germinate but not withstand the accidents of growth in field culture. But it can be certainly determined in almost all cases whether the seed in question is of the species named on the label, whether it is rela- tively light or heavy seed, what per- centage of foreign matter it contains, what proportion of weed seeds and of what kinds, and how much of the pure seed is capable of germinating undei* the most favorable conditions. These determinations are obviously of the greatest value to the buyer. This work, as I have said, is forced on some of us by the state of the trade, the disasters of farmers and their calls for assistance. We must meet the demand and we must meet it with skill and experience, with accu- racy and uniformity of method and re- sults. A leading purpose of our Asso- ciation is to secure these things by co- operation in study of the methods. I may make this clearer from our ex- perience in the examination of fertiliz- ers. Twenty-five years ago there was organized the Association of Official Agiicultural Chemists, for the purpose of securing this accuracy and uniform- ity in the analysis of commercial fer- lilizers. Af that time chemists were following different methods, some of them quite faulty, and in consequence Mum Canes What you want now 7 to 8 ft. S7.00 1000 Wm. Elliott ft Sons 42 Vesey St., New York ilu HORTICULTURE- July 2-1, 1909 their results were often discordant and wrought much confusion iu the trade. That Association, at first Quite small, uow includes most of the official agri- cultural chemisis of the country; it consideis all methods for the analysis of fertilizers, feeds, food iH'oducts and drugs; each year its members do a large amount of co-operative investi- gation work; they compare their work from time to time by the testing of identical samples and, as a result, the work of official chemists in different sections of the country yields much more uniform and consistent results than it did before and commands the confidence of the trade. Now we propose the same kind of work for the official seed analysts. We shall, I hope, study the methods of sampling seeds, for my experience of more than thirty years convinces me that correct sampling of any material is as important and as difficult as — often much more difficult— than the work of analysis. To illustrate: Some time since, a considerable quantity of carrot seed, of which we found over 70 per cent germinated and which was sold on that guaranty, was refused by the purchaser, who found under 40 per cent germination. On going into the matter, it appeared that the pur- chasers sample was taken from the top of the package and contained, in conseciuence, the lightest seed in it. A sumple taKen after careful mixture of the whole contents gave a test differ- ing little from our own. We are studying the whole matter of germination, the control of temper- ature, the best material on or within which the seed is to be placed to ger- minate, the time limit of germination, always with the object of making every seed sprout which is at all capa- ble of germination within any reason- able time. The separation of the pure seed from its own chaff and from all foreign matteis, the identification of all for- eign seeds, 'the detection of what are to be considered adulterants, etc. — all these things must be subjec:s of study and discussion in this Association. It will also be competent for this Association, after sufficient data have been gathered, to determine for the more important agricultural seeds the limits of purity and of vitality; that is, what shall be considered a satis- factory degree or percentage of purity in each and a satisfactory germinating power. For planning and directing the work of studying all these matters regard- ing the testing of seeds, a committee was appointed, consisticg of Mr. Eilgar Brown, in chavgi} of the Se^d uabora- tc.ry of the U. S. Departtiient of Agri- culture; Prof. H. Garman, botanist of the Kentucky Agricultural Experiment Station, Lexington, Ky.; and Prof. A; U. Selby, botanist of the Ohio Agricul- vnral Experiment Station, Wooster, Ohio. A considerable number oC seed analysts are now engaged iu the co- operative work and study which has been suggested to them by this com- mittee. In all these matters we need and I know shall welcome any facts or sug- gestions with which the American Seed Trade Association or any of its mem- bers may favor us. Our lelations sWuild be most cordial. The feeling is perhaps not unnatural, but certainly wrong, that an institu- tion or a society concerned with the testing of the quality of any product i is, ipso facto, in some sense hostile to the producers or dealers in that ar- ticle. Such a society should aim to foster legitimate trade and fair com- petition. To expose inferior goods or fraudulent piactices is the work of a friend and not an enemy. And if we may have occasion to call attention to what seem to us grave faults in the methods of the seed trade, it is only that in our view certain changes would be to the advantage of both buyer and seller. . The grower will not go on for long buying seeds regarding the quality of which he has no knowledge, in pack- ages whose label calls attention to the fact that all responsibility is dis- claimed. He will insist on getting this knowledge from some source. He will trade only with those firms who give what knowledge they can give as to purity and vitality of seed. I cannot suggest how it is to be secured, but I am convinced that in time the seed trade will put itself into , shape to give a statement as to the purity and vitality of the leading agri- cultural seeds, such as the grasses and clovers, which they handle. The main points which I wish to em- phasize are— that the testing of seeds as a part of Control work in the in- terest of farmers is being forced upon us; that we are trying to secure uni- formity and accuiacy in this work; that we believe it will help and not seriously embarrass legitimate trade, and that we need and invite suggestion and fair criticism from the members of the Seed Trade Association. About Danish Root Seeds. We have received from Hjalmai- Hartmann & Co.. the leading vegetable seed growers of Denmark, a large chart giving illustrations in colors of the principal types of roots, showing the standards of form and color which the Danish government is encouraging by establishing periodical competitions between the large groweis of seed for export, and awarding certificates for "First Class Stock" to those firms who excel. In an interesting letter Messrs. Hart- mann say that formerly the root-seed used in Denmark was imported from Scotland and Germany. By experi- ment it was ascertained that excellent conditions for the produce of this kind of seed prevailed in Dentnark, how- ever, and it was" not long before the government became interested in pro- moting this home industry and the re- sults were in all respects unexpected- ly gratifying. By carrying out the pol- icy above mentioned a constant im- provement of quality is assured. The government award is a very highly prized and valuable acquisition for any firm and there is constant, unremit- ting striving for the honor. The com- parative trials at the government ex- periment station take cognizance not only of beautiful typical form and smoothness but also the percentage of nutritive substance per kilo per Hectar. The government's experiments have proven that a first class stock of Dan- ish seed — for instance, "Banes Slud- strup stock" — yields an extra profit of about 50 Kroner per Danish acre. It is reported that all root seeds will be scarce this year as the roots were bad- ly damaged during the last winter. Everything "For the Land's Sake. ' ' The one firm in Boston where all good forms of plant food may be ob- tained, is the Bowker Fertilizer Company, opposite Faneuil Hall at 43 Chatham St. All greenhouse chemicals. Nitrate of Soda, Ground Bone, Potash Salts, Sheep Manure and Wood Ashes can there be had at first hands. BOWKER Everything "For the Land's Sake. " FERTILIZER COMPANY GIANT PANSY SEED The KENiLWORTH Strain is uusurptissed; the immense flowers of 3^ to 4 iiiohes are of perfect form and sub- stance; every tint and shade is produced in strildng combination and endless varia- tion of I)eautiful colors and markings; it is the result of years of selection: it embraces the l;i)-gest and best of English, French, fiernian and American novelties; 1909 seed greatly Improved liy ricli shades of brown, bronze, red and mahoganv. New &eed; 1000, 25c; 2000, 40c; 6000, $1; '.4 07.. $1.40; 1^ oz , $2.50: oz.. $o. RAINBOW is a blend of over 50 of the latf^st introductions of giant pansies of the most beautiful. gorg.»ous oolors blotched, striped, veined, marjcined, etc. With everv $1.00 worth of Kenllworth strain, I will send lOdO of Rainbow free; and wilh other amounts iu like proportion. c AULIFLOWERS ABB ACE LILV OP THE VALLEY PIPS. HJALMAR HARTMANN & CO. Longanesstraed* 20, COPEWMACEH, DENMARK. O I« 13 K I« iV O ^KSZ French and Dutch Bulbs FOR FALL SHIPMENT Wholesale Price List mailed to Florists on application. Joseph Brecli & Sons Corp. 4r-&4 HO. MARKET ST., BOSTON, MASS. Rothesay, Scotland. — Dobbie Sc Co., the large seed growers, will remove their headquarters to Edinburgh. July 24, 1909 HORTICULTURE 111 -*»>^ PANSY SEED TIME I 'A, CHOICE VARIETIES OF GIANT PANSIES / x Trade pkt. ^-oz. Oz. / \ GIANT TKIMARDBAU. Mammotb-floivering / and in good range of color .$0.25 $0.75 $2.50 / \ / GIANT MASTERPIECE (Frilled Pansy). I ^ \ ' Petals beantitully w.aved ; exquisite \ i , \ colors 50 1.75 6.00 [■ Ai J At/// ^ CASSIER'S GIA\T. A fine strain of large i\ A i / ilMlllMBttl/' \ higblT colored flowers 50 1.25 4.00 '^ \ / JMaA^HHb^ , \ GIANT BUGNOT'S STAINED. Extra choice \ y /JH^^^^^^B^^^ ^ flowers, large and plenty of light colors. . .50 1.50 5.00 I^M^^^^^^^H^^ -a, GIANT M.\DAME FERRET. A recent intro- m|^^^^^^^^^^P^^ "^ duction, by a celebrated French special- r '^^^^^^^^^^^KL^^l^ ] *^t ; of strong, free growth. Especially T- -^^^^■^^■^^^V ^ ^^^^^^^B^^r~~ 1 rich in red shades 25 1.00 3.00 ^ -"^^^^^^SKK ^kJ^^^^^^BS^wer ' CIANT FIRE KING. Brilliant reddish yel- tv "~;jMWBWP ^^"j^^^W^r — "~ / low, with large brown eyes 25 1.00 3.00 r rrr^^^^H^HK^.. g<^^^^~"^ ''J:i-- / gi.ant lord BEACONSnELD. Deep pur- t. ^ .^■„^M__L-i^^^i_^^^M^ Pl^ violet, top petals light blue 25 .75 2.50 ^^"^'^^^"'^-^^^^/^^^K^^^^^ GIANT CAN.ARY BIRD. A fire-spotted yel- ^■""^^ /•^^^E^^l^^^^^^^^^^^^ »^ low variety. Ground color is a deep gol- ^^"^ den yellow and each petal is marked ) with a dark blotch 25 1.25 4.00 / '^■^^^^^^^^^■^^^^^■F GIANT ORCHIDAEFLORA, Orcbid- / ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^B^ \ flowered Pansy. Splendid variety. Beau- ■^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ tiful shades of pink, lilac, orange, rose, terra-cotta, chamoise, etc 50 1.75 6.00 GIANT ESIPEROR WIELIAM. Ultramarine- blue, purple eye 25 .75 2.50 GIANT GOLDEN QUEEN. Bright yellow, no eye 25 1.25 4.00 GIANT GOLDEN YELLOW. Yellow, brown CHALLENGE PANSIES giant Kmo' of- the' blocks -(Fausu ;, • ■ PANSY -BODDINGTON'S "CHALLENGE" ALL GIANTS «iant PRJEsibENTMeKiNLEV.-Goiden ;" ; _,, . . . ^ . ,, ». « i .-. . 4. ^ . 4, »u 1 ^ yellow, large dark blotch 50 1.25 4.00 This mixture contains all the finest biant strains— of the le,id- giANT PRINCE BISMARCr. Yellowish ing Pansy Speci.ahsts in the world-the Giant self-colors, the bronze, dark eye 25 .75 2.50 Giant striped and margined, and the Giant blotched, etc., all GIANT PRETIOSA Crimsov ose white carefully mixed in proportion — the finest that money can buy — ' niar"-in violet blotch ' 50 125 4 00 the finest your money can buy. A florist who has grown it GIANT "rOSY LILAC 25 75 '50 said, "Why don't you call it Defiance:"' GIANT WHITE. Violet ■'spot;' "the" largest Trade pkt., 60c; %-oz., 75c; %-oz., $1.50; %-02., $3.75; oz., $5.00 white 25 .60 2.00 ARTHUR T. BOODINCTON, Seedsman, 342 W. 14th St, NEW YORK Giant Pansy Seeds Representing seven of the best growers of Europe. Each color or strain packed separately. The pro- portion of light and dark is well blended. Florist Collection — i6 pkt. Hybrid Giants, 8 pkt. Giant Five Hotched, Js oz in each pkt ; in all. 2i, pkts,, weight : oz. $7-56 Half Florist l oil**" tion — ^4 pkts., weight iHoz. $t.93 Amaieiir Colleeifon — 24, pkt., 5C0 seeds m each pkt., 2,ooj seeds, $'5o Cot tag** < «>llt*C(ioii — 12 pkt., 500 seeds in each pkt , 6,00 seeds, %'^-^S Mixture — extra fine, loc-o seeds, 25c. Exhibition Collection — 4 pkt. 503 seeds in each pkt., 2003 seeds. $i,oa Send for descriptive list of prize winners JOHN GERARD, New Britalp> Conn, Burpee's Seeds PHILADELPHIA Blue Ust of Wholesale Prices mailed Mily to those who plant for profit Ward's Lily Bulbs Not how cheap, but l)ow good. Ralph M. Ward & Co. 12 W. Broadway, New York C ATA LOG U E Designing and Illustrating For florists, seortsmen, etc. Pliotosr.Tphs and desisriis of all kinds oarefvilly made and promptly submitted. CEO E. DOW _i 178 Washington St, Boston, IVlass_ ESTABLISHED 1802 LILIUM HARRISII True stock from most reliable growers PURITY FREESIA SEND FOR COPY OF OUR WHOLESALE BULB CATALOGUE NOW READY J. M. THORBURN & CO. 33 Barclay Street NEW YORK Mignonette FARQUHAR'S GIANT Oz., 76c; 1-4 oz., 26c R.&J.Farquhar&Go. 6 & 7 South Market Street BOSTON, MASS. PLANT NOW BRIDGEMAN'S SEED WAREHOUSE RIGKARDSBROS. Props. 37 East I9tli St., - NEW YORK CITY NEW PRICE LIST of my celebrated winter flowering Sweet Pea Seed Is being mailed. If you hare not reci'i^'ed a copy please send for one. New truii of seed will be ready around July loth nest. ANT. C. ZVOLANEK Pansy, Daisy, Forget-Me=Not, etc. Lilium Longiflorum Giganteum C. S. by the case of 300. THOMAS J. CREY CO. 32 South Market Street Boston, Mass. FRENCH AND DUTCH BULBS Columbia Farm Harrisii Fischers Purity Freesias Send for trade list, Schlegel & FoHler Co. 26 & 2r So. Market St., BOSTON, MASS. Bound Brook, New Jersey 112 HORTICULTURE July 24, 1909 JOHN BREITMEYER'S Cor. Miami and Qratlot Ave*. DETROIT, MICH. Artistic Designs . . . Higli Grade Cut Blooms W« o*T«r all Michicui point* aad aoecl fcttom* of Ohio, Indiana and Canada WILLIAM J. SMYTH FLORIST Cor. Michigan Ave, and 3lst St.. CHICAGO We ship to all points in Illinois and Iowa. Phones: Douglas 744, Oouglis 523, Douflas 740 HAUSWIRTH THE FLORIST Out of Town orders for HospltaU Carefully filled. 232 Michigan Ave. CHICAGO AUMTOWUH ANNEX Tel. Harrlicn 586 Samuel Murray Florist Coates House Conservatory JOir BROADWAY, KANSAS CITY, MO. Both 'Phones 2670 Main. WASHINGTON, D. C. ■•^'sr.^i'' GUDE'5 ixM r 9T.frw The Far-Famed Flowers of TORONTO DcUrered on mall or telwrapb order for aay occaalon. In anj part or tha Dondalaa. JOHN H. DUNLOP, •9 Yonse St., Toronto. Ont. The Park Floral Co. J. A- VALENTINE, Pros. DENVER. COLORADO WILLIAM L. ROCK FLOWER CO. KANSAS CITY, . MO. will carefully execute orders for Kansas City and any town in Missouri or Kansas. NEW YORK, BOSTON, PHILADELPHIA TAKE CARE OF OCEAN STEALERS Can Deliver to L*KE STEAHERS NORTHWEST and NORTHLAND IV. J. Palmer & San, 304 Haln St., Buffalo, N.Y. Of Interest to Retail Florists THE USE AND ABUSE OF A GREAT CONVENIENCE. Proljably nothing in the way of an innovation has done more to help the cut flower business at a season when it i% most in need of a boost than the adoption of the plan of mutual inter- change of business, by telegraphic or- der. "Flowers by Talegraph" was a shilioleth which quickly found favor with far sighted florists in various pop- ular centres and instead of shipping designs or cut flowers long distances in cold Or hot weather with little as- surance of their arrival in time or in good order at their destination a tele- gram to a brother florist at the point of delivery did the work satisfactorily to all concerned. The advertisements on this and ad- joining pages are those of the live flor- ists in the towns represented and any florist in remote locality can transfer STEAMER DEPARTURES K Allan. Laureutian, Boston-Glasgow. .Aug. tl American. riiiladeliiliia. N. Y.-S'amijtou. Aufe'. 7 Atlantic Transport. .Miuiiehalia, N. Y.-Loiidou.. . .July at Miuuewaska, N. Y. -Loudon. .Aug. 7 Cunard. Ivernia, Bastou-Liverpool July -' I.usitania, X. Y'. -Liverpool.. . .July -IS Caronia, N. Y'. -Liverpool July 31 French Line. La Proveni e, N. Y. -Havre. .. .July L'!) fg. La Lorraine. N. Y. Havre. .. .Aug. 5 j§ Hamburg-American. Uatavia. N. Y.-.Mnlt'n Ports. .July 20 Cleveland. .X. V.-llainhni-g. . ..July .'il Pros. Grant, .\. Y. -Hamburg. Aug. 4 Holland-America. Xoordam, X. Y'.-ltottordam. . . Aug. 3 Leyland Line. I'estrian. I!^ Cymric, Boston-Liverpool July 2S jjj -- Celtie, N. Y'. -Liverpool Julv Bl ^ SCretie, Boston-Medt'n Ports. Aug. 4 SJ orders to these firms with a certainty that they will be promptly and ade- quately filled. But there is reason in all things and strange tales come to us occasionally of the absurd demands sometimes made by thoughtless flor- ists in the transmission of orders. One New York florist furnishes instances as follows: "A prominent tlorist in one c>f our wes- tern I'ities wrote asking me to deliver a $:i.iH) 1)0X of (lowers, through our corres- pondent in Denmark. I waited some time before replying aud then asked whether they had considered the amount of order S^'.i.'iii, after the discounts — 20 per cent, for the western or original tlorists. 20 per cent, which I would require, 20 per cent, for unr representative in Denmark — had beeu deducted, making a total of $1.80 for dis- counts or percentages, aud leaving a bal- ance of .^1.20 for flowers for the poor recipient. "Frequently we have requests to meet Incoming steamships at their landing dock ami iiresent the bouquet or box of Howei-s to the passenger as they step ashore; .$1.50, $2.00, perhaps $3.(XI, is the amount for these orders and it takes more than an ordinaiy messenger to make this delivery as it requires some one with no little de- tective ability. "i^ometimes we receive rather dlctato- ALEX. MeCONNELL 571 FIFTH AVENUE NEW YORK CITY Telegraphic orders forwarded to any part of the United States, C&nags " " & Spren. (loo bchs.) X5.00 8.00 3.00 4.00 3.00 6. CO 3.00 4.00 33,00 10. CO 3.00 2.00 ■35 •73 4. CO 10. CO 40.00 30.C0 75.00 20.00 20.00 18.00 12.00 12.00 6 00 3.00 6.00 4.00 4.00 3.00 6.00 4.00 4.00 2.00 8. CO 4.00 5, CO 2.00 6.00 4.00 2.00 2.00 1.50 I. Co 50.00 35-0O 15.00 12.50 4.0c 3.00 3.00 .=, 5 .50 .23 20,1.0 I. CO 6. CO 1. 00 1,00 1 2, CO IS .00 50.00 30,00 23,00 50. CO 93.00 I ao.oo 20.00 10.00 i6.oo I3.00 6.00 4.00 I 6,00 6xa 2.00 6.00 2.00 6.00 to 4.00 1 2. 00 to 6.00 6.CO to 4.00 3.00 to 6.00 to to 3.C0 I 50 to a.oo 1. 00 to 5c. 00 40.Q0 to 15.00 8.00 to 4.00 3.00 to 1 00 2. CO to .75 .20 to 30.00 30. CO to 1. 00 to 3.00 to 1.50 1. 00 to 20 00 to 50.00 43.00 to 50.00 35.00 25.00 15.00 10,00 6.00 8.00 4.00 8.00 6.00 8. CO 6 00 a.oo 1.50 15.00 8.00 2.00 a. CO 6.00 3. CO 4.00 25. •• i8.o* J2.C* 4.00 6.00 4.00 8.0c 4 00 6.00 a.oo 6.00 t« 50.00 to 50.10 12.00 lO.CO to 13.59 4.00 3 00 ic 4.0a 3,00 ■S^ to t.co •3^ .10 to .50 30.00 20.00 to 25.00 '.50 I 00 to 2,00 5.00 2.00 to 8. CO 1.50 to '.25 15.00 10.00 to i5o« 50-00 20,00 to 50.*o 50.00 3c. 00 to 53.«c fll8 HORTICULTURE July 24, 1909 FORD BROTHERS 48 West 28tli Street NEW YORK [IE ROSES, nm mwim A Full Line of A:1 CUT FLOWERS Telephone, 3870 or 3871 Madison Square H. E. FROMENT •Wholesale Commission Florist, Choice Cut Flowers, 57 West 28th St. :: NEW YORK Telephones: 2200, 2201, Madison Square. Alfred H. Langjahr All choice cut-flowers in season. Send for quotations. Correspondence with shippers of first-class stock invited. 55 West 28th Street, New York Telephones 4626-4627 Madieon Square Edward C. Horan Wholesale Florist 55 WEST 28th ST. •Tel. \*f^ Madison Square NCW YOYIS. PHILIP F. KESSLER 55 & 57 W. 2frth St., Ntw York. CUT FLOWERS WHOLESALE Open from 6 a. m. to 6 p. m. Sunday till 10 a. m. FINEST LILIES IN THE MARKET. Tel. 5243 and 2921 Madison .Square. JOHN YOUNG WHOLESALE FLORIST Finest American Beautie* and Carnations 51 West 28 St. - NEW YORK FRANK MILLANG Wholesale Florist 55-57 West 26th St., NEW YORK Shipments, any quantity, TThole- sale Market Rates. Greater Neiv YorK Florists' Association, Inc. Now Open for Gut Flower Consignments il62 Livingfston Street, BROOKLYN, N. Y. Geo. W. Crawbuck Telephone Connection Manager 3642-43 Main Moore, Hentz & Nash Wliolesale Commission Florists 55 and 57 West 26th Street Telephone No. 756 IU»»«» V«>wl^ Madison Square IHCW lOllv MILLANG BROST^ WHOLESALE COIVIiVIISSION FLORISTS 41 West 28th Street Tctopbones ||^J M.dlson NEW YORK JOHN I. RAYNOR. Wholesale Commission Florist SELLING AGENT LARGEST GROWERS A full line of Cbolce Cut Flower Stock for all purposes. Comprises every variety grown for Wew York market, at current prices 49 West 28th St., New York City FOR 1 I TEL. 1998 HADISON SQUARE Walter F. Sheridan WholetiUa CommiMtion Dealer in CHOICE GUT FLOWERS 39 West 28th Strut, Mem York Telephone : 3S32-3S33 Madison Squar* HEADQUARTERS FOR NOVELTIES ORCHIDS A SPECIALTY THE HICHUT GRADE OP VALLEY ALWAYS ON HAND GARDENIAS, DAISIES, ROSES AND CARNATIONS JAMES McMANUS, 759'ir.dT, 42 W. 28th St.. New York NEW YORK QUOTATIONS PER 100. To Dealers Only ROSES AND CARNATIONS American Beauty, Fancy and Special '* '• Extra No. I " " Lower Grades Bride, '/laid, Golden Gate, Fancy and Special' *' *' Lower Grades. Klllarney, Fancy and Special ' ' Lower Grades Richmond, Fancy and Special * ' Lower Grades Chatenay Hy Haryiand Carnations, Fancy and Novelties. " Ordinary and ^Vhite Last Half of Week Hrst Half of Wuk ending July 17 beginning July 19 iwy 1909 lO.OO to 15.00 10.00 to 20.00 5.00 to 8.00 6.00 to 8.0c 2.00 to 5.00 3.00 to 5 oe ■ 50 to 2 03 .50 to I 00 4.00 to 6.00 3.00 to 4.00 •50 LO 2.00 .50 to 1 ,00 3.00 to 6.00 4.00 to 8oe ■ 50 to 2.00 .50 to a 00 4.00 to 6.00 3 00 to 5.00 ■ 50 to 2. 00 .30 to 1. 00 .50 to 5.00 .50 to 8.0c .50 to 6.00 .50 to 8.00 t.oo to 1.5 1.00 to 9.00 .40 to ■ 50 .50 to •75 Alexander J. Guttman THE WHOLESALE FLORIST OF NEW YORK 34 WEST 28tH STREET PHONES. 1004--1<^65 MAD1.VON SQUARE ENOUGH SAID CENTRALLY LOCATED, THE HUB OF THE FLOWER MARKET SECTION CHARLES MILLANG Wholesale Florist 55 & 57 W. 26 St., NEW YORK Telephone 7062 Madison GEORGE COTSONAS & CO. Wholesale and Retail Dealers In all kinds of Fancy and Dagger Ferns Bronze and Green Galax Main Store 50 Mf. 28 St. ' Phone 120. Mad. Sq. NCW YOfk WHOLESALE GROWERS' COT FLOWER CO. T-oXlT VIOLETS, CARNATIONS, ROSES ORCHIDS, CHRYSANTHEIVIUMS, LILIES CQnsignments Solicited, Shipments to Order, any Distance 39 West 28th Street, '^'"'''^''T to'l^.t^z^""' NEW YORK Durand & Marohn MANUFACTURERS OF All Kinds of Wire Work Florists' Wire Designs a Specialty a4 Beaver St., ALBANY, N.Y. WILLIAM H. KUEBLER Brooklyn's Foremost and Best WHOLESALE COMMISSION HOUSE A First Class Market for all CUT FLOWERS 28 Willoughby St., Brooklyn, N. Y. Tel. 4591 Mala July 24, 1909 HORTICULTURE 117 M O T I c E r mM I II PI MM I 1 WHOLESALE FLORISTS mannattan Flower Market \!;s ?i. .!!*:»"'' Ship us some stock. We need a large supply of all kinds of flowers, Roses, Carnations, Sweet Peas, Narcissus, Summer Stock, etc.. for our new slorf. Reliability and responsihility first-clasi. Good prices and prompt returns, Good opportunity. WHOLESALE FLORISTS 54 West 28th St. NEW YORK fclW*i«* S669 Madlaim «» A. L YOUNG & CO. RECEIVERS A SHIP PERS OF CUT FLOWERS. oonsiQNMEiiTs souontt^ 122 West 2»th St., New York Florists' Supplies We manufacture all our letal Designs, Baskets, Wire Work i NoYelties and are dealers id iiiiswsre Decorative Greens and Florists' Requisites MICHIGAN CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE, Inc. WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS Consignments Solicited Bardy Fancy Fern Our Specialty 38-40 BROADWAY. DETROIT. MICH. FOR FLORISTS' USE There's NOTH I NG ^sgoodas MEYER'S SILKALINE Don't let them sell you anything else JOHN C.nEYER & CO., Boston, Hass. KftlGK'S FLORIST NOVELTIES Manufacturer and Patenlec of the Per- fect Adjustable Pot Handle or Hanger, Perfect Adjustable Plant Stands and the < riginal Genuine Immortelle Let- ters, etc. Every Letter Marked. 1164-66 Greene Av.. Brooklyn, N.Y. For Sale by all Supply Houses Wired Toothpicks Manufactured by W. J. eOWEE, BERLIN, N. Y. •$1.75; 50,000.... $7. 50. Sample in^ Per sale by dealers FLOWER MARKET REPORTS. i,Cc'itinucd from page 115) There are no interest- NEW YORK ing features of the market now. The Bridesmaids and Brides being shipped are of an inferior quality. Beauties are plentiful enough to supply all de- mands and do not command much of a price. Killarneys, Marylands and Kaiserins of good quality are to be had in quantity. Carnation shipments are somewhat lighter than last week, but most of them are small, although some good stock is still to be had. Asters are much more plentiful than they were. The number of lilies re- ceived and disposed of dally, even though the price is low. is remark- able. The demand for lily of the val- ley is spasmodic: there is usually suffi- cient to supply a good demand. Glad- ioli are on the increase. Receipts of orchids are light. General business is quiet, but up to usual July averages. WILLIAM F.KASTING GO. WHOLESALE FLORISTS 383-387 Ellicott Street BUFFALO, ■ N. Y. ROBERT J. DYSART Public Accountant and Auditor simple methods of correct acconntlnf npeclally adapted for florists' ns*. Books Balanced and Adjusted Merchants Bank Bulldlos 28 STATE STREET, - BOSTON Telephone. Main S8. 1887 ESTABLISHED I 1909 I THIS KEEPING OPEN HOUSE THIS SUMMER TO RECEIVE CONSIGNMENTS OF -ALL CUT FLOWERS I.V SEASON TOP PRICE AND PROMPT RETURNS 106 W. 28th St. N.Y. Tel. 767 Madison Sq. Open6A. M. Daily. J. K. ALLEN NEW YORK QUOTA f IONS PER 100. To Dealers Only MISCELLANEOUS Cattlcyas Lines Lily of the Valley Asters ■ Qladloli. Sweet Peas (per loo bunches) Oardenias Adlaotum SmUax Asparagus Plumosus, strings " " & Spree, (loo bchfi) LastH alf of Weet. ending u y 17 1909 15.00 to 35 'oi page see List of A'dvCTtisers. BOILEKS. "Burnham" Boilers made for greenhouse heating. Lord & Burnham, 1133 Broadway, N. Y. • Kroeschell Bros. Co.. 35 Erie St., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. BOOKS Pronunciation of Plant Names, sent for .50 cents, postpaid, bv HORTICULTURE PUB. CO., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. ~ - _- -■ fc.. - ~ BOX\irOOD TREES New England Nurseries, Inc., Bedford, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. The F. R. Plerson Co., Tarrytown-on- Hudson, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. BUILDING MATERIAL BUILDING MATERIAL of all descrip- tion for All Cypress, Semi-Iron. Iron Frame or Truss Houses. Hot Bed Sash and Frames. Lord & Burnham Co., 1133 Broad- way,N^_Y. BTTLBS AND TUBERS Joseph Breck & Sons, 47-.54 N. Market St., Boston. Dutch and French Bulbs. For page see List of Advertisers. J. M. Ihornburn & Co., 33 BaTcIay StT, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. A. T. Boddlngton, 342 W. 14th St., N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Rlckards" BrosT737 Enst~lfltirst7rNew York. For page see List of Advertisers. II.^F. MIchell Co., Philadelphia^ For page see List of Advertisers. T. J. Grey & Co., 32 and 33 So. Market St., Boston. LlUum Longltlorum Giganteum. For page see List of Advertisers. Yokohama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay St., New York. Japan Grown Callas. For page see List of Advertisers. Ralph M. Ward & Co., 12 W. Broadway. New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Schlegel & Pettier Co., 26 & 27 S. Market St.. Boston. French and Dutch Bulbs. For page see List of Advertisers. A. MIttIng Calla Lily Bulb Co., Santa Cruz, Calif. Calla Bulbs. For page see List of Advertisers. BULBS. —This ad. Is our drummer. We certainly have got them and they are O. K. in size and condition owing to cold and damp sprin;;. And the prices are right — delivered to vfiu at 50 per cent, below Dutch bullis, and being acclimated they flower ten days soo-ier. They are true, sound, clean, dry, healthy, selected stock. A postal will liring you all details as to varieties to i)lant or force, with cultural dlrectiiins. D'.Alco™, The Southern Daffo- dil Farm, Portsmouth, \a. Where the fine Emperors come from. CALADIUMS F. R. Plerson Co., Tarrytown-on-Hudson, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. CANNAS The F. R. Plerson Co., Tarrytown-on- Hudson, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. J. H. Dann & Son, Westfleld, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. CARNATIONS F. Dnrner & Sons Co., Lafayette, Ind. Carnations for Immediate Delivery. For page see List of Advertisers. Chicago Carnation Co., Jollet, 111. Mary Tolman. For page see List of Advertisers. CARNATIONS — Continued The E. G. Hill Co., Richmond, Ind. Carnation Cuttings. For page see List of Advertisers. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, III. _ For page see List of Advertisers. Elmer D~Smith & Co., AdrFan, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. S. S. Pennock Methan Co., Philadelphia. Field Grown Carnation Plants. For page see List of Advertisers. OHRTSANTHEMUMS B. G. Hill Co., Richmond, Ind. For page see List of Advertlgera.- C. H. Totty, Madison, N. J. For page see List of Advertlsera. Wood Bros., FIshklll, N. Y. Chrysanthemums Rooted Cuttings. For page see List of Advertisers. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, III For page see List of Advertisers. Elmer D. omitn & Co., Adrian, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. Herrington's book on the Chrysanthe- mum mailed to your address for 50c., by Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. ~ COLETTS A. Leuthy & Co., Perkins St. Nurserlea, RosUndale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. CONIFERS John Waterer & Sons, Ltd., American Nursery, Bagshot, Eng. For page see List of Advertisers. CROTONS The F. R. Plerson Co., Tarrytown-on- Uudson, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. OUT FLOWER BOXEa Edwards Folding Box Co., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. Folding cut flower boxes, the best made. Write for list. Holton & Hunkel Co., Mil- waukee, Wis. DAHLIAS Peacock Dahlia Farms, WllUamstown Junc- tion, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. WUmore's Dahlia Manual will be mailed for twenty-flve cents by HORTICULTURE PUBLISHING COMPANY, 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. DECORATIVE PLANTS A. Leuthy & Co., Perkins St., Nurseries, RosUndale, Mass. Imported Plants for Fall Delivery. For page see List of Advertisers. Godfrey Asehmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Ileacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. The Geo. Wlttbold Co., 1657 Buckingham Place, Chicago, 111. For page see List of Advertisers. Robert Craig Co., Market and 49th Sts., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Stuart Low & Co., Bush Hill Park, Enfield, Middlesex, Eng. For page see List of Advertisers. John Scott, Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. For List of Advertisers See Page 123 II July 24, 1909 HORTICULTURE 119 ELECTRIC CIRCULATORS The W. W. Castle Co., 170 Summer St., Boston. For pase see List of Advertisers. EVERGREENS New Englaud Nurseries, Bedford, Mass. for page see List of Advertisers. FEBNS A. Leutliy & Co., RosUudale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. U. U. Barrows & Son, Wliltmau, Mass. Neplirociepls Magniiica. For page see List of Advertisers. John Scott, Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Frank Oeolisliu, 2.')70-2606 W. Adams St., Chicago. Ferns for Dishes. For page see List of Advertisers. The Geo. Wittbolfl Co., 1657 Buckingham Place, Chicago, 111. For page see List of Advertisers. Godfrey Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., I'hiladeiphla. For page see List of Advertisers. Jardiniere Ferjis. (i-7 best varieties. $3.50 per 100; $3(1.00 per 1000. Rose Hill Nurse- ries, New Rochille, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Anderson's ferns for in and outdoors. Largest couunerciai collection in the coun- try. Ask for descriptive catalogue. J. P. Anderson, Fern Specialist, Short Hills, N. J. FERTILIZERS I'nlveilzed Manure Co., 31 Union Stock Yards. Cliicago, 111. Wizard Brand Sheep and Shredded Cattle Manure^ Bowker Fertilizer Co.. Boston, Mass. All Forms of I'lant L'ood at I'irst Hands. For page see List of Advertisers. FLORAL PHOTOGRAPHS Floral Photographs. Foley's. 226-228 1-2 Bowery, New York. FLORISTS' LETTERS. Boston Florist Letter Co., 66 Pearl St., Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. W. C. Krielcr^ll64-66 Greene Ave.,^ Brook- lyn, N. Y. Immortelle Letters. For page see List of Advertisers. FLORISTS SUPPLIES N. F. McCarthy & Co., 81 Hawley St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. H. M. Robinson & Co., 15 Province St, and 9 Chapman Place, Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. fieed & Keller, 122 W. 25th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. It. Bayersdorfer & Co., 1129 Arch St., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. S. S. Pemock-Meehan Co., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. FLOAVER POTS W. H. Ernest, 28th and M Sts., Washington, D. C. For page see List of Advertisers. A. H. Hews & Co., Cambridge, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Hllfinger Bros.. Ft. Edward, N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. The Peters & Reed Pottery Co., Red Pots, Seed Pans, etc. Zanesviiie, O. We make Standard Flower Pots, etc. Write us when in need. Wilmcr Cope & Bro. Lincoln University, Chester Co., Pa. Syracuse Pottery Co., Syracuse, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. FRUIT TREES Dwnrf Fruit Trees, by F. A. Waugh, mailed to your address for 55 cents by Hortlrulturc I'libllshing Co., 11 Hamilton I'lace, Boston. OALAX Michigan Cut Flower Co., 38 and 40 Broad way, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. George Cotsonas & Co., 50 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Rice iBrosTm.i^Nr 0th~StT~ Minneapolis; Minn. For page see List of Advertisers. GARDEN HOSE Revere Rubber Co., Boston, Maw. For pagi see List of Advertisers. GERANIUMS R. Vlnce.it, Jr. & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. For Winter Blooming. For page see List of Advertisers. E. H. Hunt, 76-78 Wabash Ave., Chicago, 111. Which Spray Pump^ ^^^^^" shall yoD bay? Buy the Spray Pump that tally meets the demands of the Government Agri caltaral Scientists and all practl cal Prult Growers. These pomps are widely Icnown as DEMING SPRAYERS and are made in 23 styles for nse in small gurdens or Immense orchards, Write for our 1909 catalog with Spraying Chart. Add 4 cents post- age ana receive "Spraying for Profit," a usefal guide book. CHARLES J. JAGER CO, 281-38S Fn&klta St.. Bovton SPRAYED 126 HORTICULTURE July 24, 1909 y^JJ^mjIQI^I PUNT *ND FLOWER GROWERS If you are rebuilding, remodeling or adding more glass, don't /~* \ ^ '1" I p ^ 'VT ^ Tp p jy| fail to inquire into the merits of the W r\ ^ I L< d ^1^1 C ITI THE CASTLE BOILER is the best hot water heating Plate Boiler for Greenhouse purposes on the market today. The only system of forced circulation of hot water for greenhouse heating that has demonstrated its practicability, economy and perfection of action is ^^^ Castle Automatic Circulator All others are either superseded by the Castle Automatic, or are yet in the experimental stage. Send for Descriptive Catalogue and Testimonials from Florists who-are using one or both. DO IT NOW! Mention Horticulture W, W, CASTLE CO. UO summer St., Boston GREENHOUSES BUILDING OR CONTEMPLATED. Glen Morris, Md.— P. B. Welch, two houses. Lebanon, N. H.— Haskell Floral Co., one house. Wrckford, R. I.— Peter S. Byrnes, "two houses. R. I. — Frederick Dietz, -John J. Berberick, H. Boyer, Pa.— B. -Chas. Doerrer, Y.— G. M. JPhillips, Providence, house, 16x60. Albany, N. Y.- house. 22x45. OIney, Phlla., house, 36x72. Westfield, N. house, 33x150. Syracuse, N< house, 16x100. Saginaw, Mich. — Chas. Frueh & Sons, one house. Cohoes, N. Y. — A. D. Carpenter, rose house, 30x120. Otsego, Mich. — A. J. Tozer, house 160 feet and boiler room. Baltimore, Md. — B. G. Merritt, two carnation houses, each 32x200. Indianapolis, Ind.— A. J. Pittett, house, 30x200; C. C. Lange, one house. Lynn, Mass.— F. Delansky. five liouses, each 20x100: material furnished by the Stearns Lumber Co. 926,485. 026,574. 926,690. 926,791. 926,734. 927,245. 927,359. PATENTS GRANTED. Conveyor for Grass Catchers for Lawn Mowers. Fred E. Harris, Edison, Ohio. Flower or Plant Holder. Rob- ert Kift. Philadelphia, Pa. Machine tor the Fecundation of Plants. James M. Den- nis, Cambridge City, Ind.' Spraying Device. Thomas P. Watson, Houlton, Me. Heating System. Egbert H. Gold, Chicago, 111. Self-Watering Flower-Vase. Carrie D. Jackson, Cincin- nati, Ohio. Pruning Appliance. Alvin S. Kleinsmith. Oregon City, Ore. Holds Class Firmly See the Point MO" PEERLESS * CllKzIni; Points &re the beat. * No riKhta or lefts. Bol of j 1.000 |>o>iiU 75ct4. poatpftld. nENBT A. DREER, 114 Cbevtaot B«., Pkllk, Pft. rtf^ STANDARD PLATE GLASS CO. Hanufacturers — Importers — Jobbers NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY FRENCH OR AMERICAN GREENHOUSE GLASS LOWEST PRICES ON REQUEST 26-30 Sudbury St. BOSTON, flASS. 61-63 Portland St. g^m MAA Prices Advancing ULAdO SHARP, PARTRIDGE & CO. FOR rDCCuuniKce ^^"** ^**^ lumber sts., chicaco bnttlinUUoto Write us before buying BOSTON PLATE & WINDOW GLASS CO. GREENHOUSE GLASS """"*" *"° 261 to 287 A Street BOSTON AMERICAN 20 to 22 'Canal Street A STIC A feenltouseqi^ USE IT NOW. F.O.PIERCE CO. 12 W.BROADWAY NEW YORK nastlca Is elastic and tenacious, admits of ex- pansion and contraction. Putty becomes hard and brittle. Broken glass more easily removed without breaking of other glass as occurs with hard putty. Lasts longer than putty. Easy to apply. GLASS Greenhouse and Hot Bed SIZES OUR SPECIALTY IMMENSE STOCK Plate and 'WTindoiv Glass Write for Our Prices PARSHELSKr BROS., Inc. 59 IVIontrose Ave., BROOKL.TN, N. Y. Send your busiiies& direct to WaehingtOB. Saves time and insures bettar s«rvlce. Personal attention guaranteed. Twenty-five years' active service. SPECIALTY: "Working on the FaHure ol Others.*' SIGGERS & SIG6ERS PATENT LAtVY^RS Box 9, National Unto. BulUHag Washlnctoo, D. C. Special Sale on Second-Hand PIPES AND BOILER TUBES I in. pipe, $2.50; $5 ;o; 2J4 in., $i Boiler Tubes >Ki°.. $35'; 154 in,, $4. co; a in., 50; 3 in , $11.75 per hundred feel. $2.50; ^ in,, $4,50: 4 in., $7. CO per hundred feet. For one month at these Prices ALBERTA OAVIOSOH, Brooklyn. M.Y. Tel. 50J2 Williamsburg 68-70 Troutman St. In ordering goods please add "I ft In HORTICULTURE." July 24. 1909 H O RTI CUL TORE. 127 KROESGHELL BOILER MADE OF FIBE BOX FLAN6E PLATE Can not Crack Hfiter Space is Front, Sides and Back The Mast Popular Boiler Made SEND FOR CAFALOGUE. KROESGHELL BROS. GO. S5 Erl« treet, CHICAGO, ILL. Brerythlng for Oreenhoase BnUdIng Write for lnfo^ matloD and prices ai FOOT WIDE KING IRON trame; greenhou;: lo Widths from 14 feet o inches to 54 feet o inches, Withont posts. KINQ TRUSS SASH BAR HOUSES. IRON GUTTERS AND EAVES. IRON AND CYPRESS BENCHES. VENTILATING MACHINERY. KING CONSTRUCTION CO. NOBTri TONA WANDA, N. T. CYPRESS SISH . SIRS HOT BED SASH PECKY CYPRESS BENCH LUMBER GREENHOUSES DECnO MB EQUIPPED COMPLETE IF DESIREI Write for dronltn "D" and rriet Hi a. T. STEARNS LUMBER «f NEPONtET, BOSTON, MASS, THE ADVANCE MACHINE It is not what you pay for a machine, it is what it does, how it does it, th: case of operation and lasting qualities rh^t bring custome:s :nJ keep them. A Pa. florist orc!ers three machines, arms t^c. and tells us the 3 ma- chines he bought three years ago h^vtf g ven the best oi sati fac- tion and have always worked easy. Try our line and see that we do have the goods that make good. The Advance Co. RICHMOND. IND. RE VERO THE MODERN GARDEN HOSE FOR LAWNS, GARDENS, GREENHOUSES, STABLES, ETC. BRAIDED FABRIC, MOULDED CON- STRUCTION, SEAMLESS THROUGHOUT LIGHT— STRONG— FLEXIBLE OLD STYLE — READILY KINKS Revero is Furnished on Reels in Continuous Lengths up to SOOft. Your Supply House can furnish " Revero." Write for Catalog JP ■F- ~->^ m REVERO — NON KIXKIXG REVERE RUBBER COMPANY BOSTON, MASS. NEWT YORK NEW ORLEANS PHILADELPHIA MINNEAPOLIS PITTSBURG SAN FRANCISCO CHICAGO PORTLAND, ORE. We can supply In any Size or Length and in Car Loads or any Quantity PECKY CYPRESS The Ideal Lumber for Greenhouse Benches MOST LASTING- LEAST EXPENSIVE When ordering your other building material it is wise to add enough Pecky Cypress to make the shipment a carlot and so take advantage of lower carload freight rates. WRITE TO US FOR PRICES THE FOLEY MFG. CO., 26th & WESTERN AVES. Chicago FOR SALE GLASS American natural glass J and lOxlS B, siu- New made SxlO gle, SI. 55 per box; SxlO, 10x12 and 10x15, B, double, $1.80 per box;' 12x14 to 12x20. 14x16 to 14x20. B, double,- .$1.92 per box; 16x16 and 16x18, B, double, .$2.00 per box; 16x20, 16x22 and 12x24, B, double. ?2.0S per box; 12x24, B, double, ?2.13 per box. Discount in large quantities. DIDC *5°od serviceable second-hand with r Ir C good threads and a coupling with each length, no .lunk — 1 in., 3c.; IVt In., 4%e.; m in., 5c. ; 2 in., 6?4c.; 2% in.. lO^c.; 3 In., at 14c. and 4 in. at 19c. New 2 In. standard black, Shic. Old 4 in. greenhouse pipe, 14c. per foot; 4 in. boiler tubes, 7c. per foot. We quote you above only a few of our prices. We manufacture and job in every- thing pertaining to greenhouses, both new and second-hand. Get our prices before placing your ordei-s. ETROPOLITAN ATERIAL CO. Greenhouse N\'reckers 1392-1402 rietropolltan Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. M! GREENHOUSE CONSTRUCTION LUMBER John C. Moninger Co. 117 E. Blackhawk St., CHICAGO. Evans 20tli Century Am Will not twist the shafting pipe. Threa times the power of old style elbow amns. Sold only with Evans Challenge Machio*. Write for fret Catalogue to QUAKER CITY MACHINE CO. Richmond, Ind. The FLORISTS' HAIL A880CIATI05 OF AMERICA, insurer of 29,000,009 sq. ft. of glass. Foi particukTS a id r ess JohnC. Ester, Scc'y.SaddleRlver, N.J. 128 HORTICULTURE July 24, ISOa We Build Greenhouses Any Kind For Any Place If you are going to build a green- house, get our ideas and esti- mates. If we are able to please you, all well and good — but if we don't hit it the first time, we won't let up until we do. Send for our circular — we have an unusually interesting one. Hitchings & Company Dei igning & Sales Offices General Offices & Factory 1 1 70 Broadway, N. Y. Elizabeth, N. J. ^ip Raife— Bit Tliat Isn't All— sif 1 Is Right — Aid Ttiat Isi It's Bttilt Rif htp Far It's Oir Se^ LORD AND BURNHAM COMPANY, Irvington-on-Hudson, N. Y. New York — Boston — Philadelphia — Chicago I We know the readers of Horticulture will be interested in this startlingly light interior of a U-Bar house, and suggf St that you write to PIERSON U-BAR COMPANY, 1 Madison Avenue, New York, for their catalog. Decorative Planting At Alaska- Yukon-Pacific Exposition. Rhododendron Califoi-Diciim ^it the base of one of the buildings in the Main Court, with Digitalis puniurea and foreground of I^ng-lish tufted pausies. DEVOTED TO THE FLORIST, PLANTSMAN, LANDSCAPE GARDENER AND KINDRED INTERESTS Published Every Saturday at 11 Hamilton Place. Boston. Mass. Subscription. St.OO per Year 130 H ORTICULTURE July 31, 1909 Dear Sir: — It occurs to us that you may have under consideration the revising of your catalogue list of Geraniums, Cannas or Dahlias but the difficulty is where are you to secure the stock to fill your orders without having to wait a year to work it up. Do you know that we can suggest a list that is right up to date ; and that we can furnish the stock so that you may depend on any order you may place with U3 being filled to your entire satisfaction ; that we are prepared to propagate these Specialties in large quantities and that our collection will compare favorably with any in the country, — there are few equal and none better. You know where we stand on the Geranium propagation, but thought perhaps you did not know that we grow Cannas In 3 in. pots, extensively, and that we have some 200,000 Dahlias planted out, and that we never had a better prospect for a splendid crop of roots ; and then we have 70,000 Dahlias ln.3 in. pots, nice roots for mailing; besides this we grow a general line of Bedding Stock and are mak- ing interesting special prices for next season. We extend a cordial invitation to all interested to visit us. If you cannot come, will you kindly write us what your probable requirement will be. R. VINCENT JR. & SONS GO. .WHITE MARSH, MD. CHRYSANTHEMUMS. "Not small w^ak runty stock grown under bendies, but the kind that brln8:s back Dollars for Pennies." WHITE: Earliest OctoberFrost (Wc have extra fine large stock of this variety), Mrs Henry Robin- •oB, ClcmeDtine Touset, Alice Byron, Timothy Eaton, Merry Christmas, White Bonnaffon. YELLOW: Monrovia, Halliday, Appleton, Bon- nafion, Eaton, Chatauqua Gold. PINK : Maud Dean, Dr. Enguchardt. RED: Intensity, Schrimpton. All these varieties, rooted cuttings $2.50 per 100; $20.03 per 1000. ^% in. $3.00 per 100; $as.co per 1000. Golden Wedding, R. C. $3.00 per too; $27 50 per 1000. a 5^ in $4.03 per 100; $35.00 per 1000. Golden Glow, R. C. $5.00 per 100. a}^ inch $6.00 per 100, POSES ' '"■ ^^ ^^ '"• 3 '° ^^ ^^ '"■ 100 1000 100 ICOO American Beauties. . . .$7,00 $65 od $9,00 $85.00 Killamey-Own roots. $6.00 $55.00 7.50 Mrs. Potter Palmer 5x0 45.00 6.50 POEHLMANN BROS. COMPANY, Bridesmaids ) Brides j . Richmond . . ) Kaiserine 5 00 Uncle John 4,00 a in. or 2'/^ in. 100 lOOO $5.00 $45 00 $6.50 45.00 75.00 Morton Grove, III. We are Book- ing: Orders Wow for FIELD GROWN CARNATIONS Write for List and Prices. S. J. REUTER & SOM, inc., Westerly, R. I CARNATIONS F. DORNER & SONS CO. LaFayette, Ind. SMITH'S Chrysanthemum Manual The Most Complete Treatise on this Subject. 40C Postpaid ELMERDSMITH&CO,Al[lii,Mltli. CHARLES H. TOTTr Wholesale Florist Chrysanthemum Novelties My Specialty Madison, N. J. PLANTS BAMBOO STAKES THE BOSTON VIOLET Unequalled for Productiveness, Beauty and Popularity. In Crop from ^eptembe^ to May. Plants $a.oo per doz $12. '^o per 100; $100. oj per looo Princess of Wales $15 00 per icoc. WILLIAM SIM Cllftondale Mass. ADVERTISERS' IDEAL S. A. F. Convention Number to be Issued August 14. Order space now— It pays to be forehanded P>EONIES 16 Acres for Fall Delivery. WRITE FOR PRICES. GILBERT H. WILD, Satcmle, Mo. MARIE lOUISE ViOlEfS FINE HEALTHV STOCK, 3 IN. POTS, $4 00 per hundred. Cash please. VALENTIN BURGEVIN'S SONS KINGSTON, N.Y. From Pot CHRYSANTHEMUMS Hiss Clay Prick. White Shaw. Early Snow, Hrs. Jas. Harshall. Hayor Weaver, The Harriot!, $3.00 per 100. Autumn Qlory, Ada Spaulding, Dr. Ensue> hard Dorothy Devens. Geo. Kalb. Glory of the Pacific, Harry Hay, H. W Reiman, Ivory, Jeanne Monin, J. E. Lager. J n. Troy, J K. Shaw, riaud Dean, Meta, Monrovia, Hlnnle Wanamaker, nrs. Alice Byron, firs Baer, nr«. Robeit HcArthur, Hajor Bonnafton, Had K. Bergmann, Nagoya, Polly Rose, Robt. Halliday. Timothy Baton, W. H. Lin- coln, Wm. Duckham, etc., $3.00 per 100, $25.00 per 1000. Send for Catalogue of Roses, cwn root and grafted, aad other miscellaneous stock. WOOD BROTHERS FISHKILL, N.Y. Send for our Preliminary List describiDg and quoting Chrysanthemums and Carnations. A fine lot of Carnation Cuttings ready now. THE E. G, HILL CO., Richmond, Indiana. MARY TOLMAN A New Light Salmon Piuk Carna- tiou for 1910. $12.00 per 100. $100.00 per 1000. A. E. Hunt & Co., Evansvilie, III. Chicago Carnation Co.,Joliet, III. Hunt Bros., - - Park Ridge, III. Begonia Gloire de Lorraine Leaf Stock, June Dfclivery. $15 per 100, $145 per 1000 from 2M in pots Stock guaranteed to be absolutely free from dlseaee. THOMAS ROLAND, NAHANT. MASS. ASTER PLANTS. Semples Branching. Vicks and Queen of the Maiket fine plants grown from the be^t seed, 3 colors, $3.^0 per 10: c ; 5000 lor $10.00. Cabbage. Tomato and Celery Plnntf, all kinds, fine plants, $1.00 per 1000; $8 00 per 10. 00c . Peppers and Cauliflower. Best kinds, $2.00 per 1000. J. C. SCHMIDT, Bristol, Pa. A SPECIALTY TheDingee&iGonardCo.MM 30,000 Field carnations ready now White perfection. White Enchantress, Rose Enchantress, Enchantress, Lloyd, Beacon, Winsor, Imperial, B. Ward, $6 per 100. *S0 per 10(10. Fplendor, Welcome, $10 per 100. I. M. rayner, greenport, l. l n. y. July 31. 1909 HORTICULTURE 13L WHITE KILLARNEY It is needless to say much about the value of this NEW WHITE ROSE its value is so well established. In support of this statement, we might say that we intend to plint not less than 20,000 for our own growing. We have a splendid stock of both grafted and own-root plants, which we can deliver immediately on receipt of order, — gilt-edged planting stock. We guarantee perfect satisfaction. STRONG PLANTS, 2'4 In. pots, own-root, $30.00 per 100; 250 for $70.00; $250.00 per 1000. GRAFTED PLANTS, $35.00 per 100; 250 for $82.50; $300.00 per 1000. SPECIMEN HYDRANGEAS Large Plants Grown In Tubs and Half-Barrels for July and August Flowering We make a specialty of these, and have a granJ lot of plants in the finest possible condition. Our plants have never been so well budded as they are this season. Fine plants in tubs, $2.00 and $3.00 each. Large plants In half-barrels, $5.00 and $7.50 each. A FEW SEASONABLE SPECIALTIES BOXWOOD PTRAMIDAt. Fine plants 3 ft. high, $2.tX) each : 4 ft. high, $3.00 each; 4Vi ft. high, $4.00 each. BCBBER PLANTS (FIcus elastlca). Very large, bushy plants In tubs 4 ft. high, fine for summer decoration, $3.50 each . PHOENIX ROEBELENI. Extra flne plants, 5-ln. pots, $18.00 per dozen. CROTONS. Strong plants, 3-ln. pots, $3.00 per dozen ; 5-in. pots. $6,00 per dozen; 6-ln. pots, $9.00 per dozen. CANNAS. Buttercup. Souv. d'Antoine Crozy. Pierson's Premier, Mile. Berat, I. Patry, Florence Vaugbao, etc. Strong started plants, 3V4-iu. pots, $5.00 per 100. $40,00 per 1000; dor- mant roots, $3.00 per 100, $20.00 per louo. CALADICM ESCU1.ENTCM. Started plants, $6.00 per 100. CASTOR OIL BEANS (Bicinns). 3Mi- in pots, $6.00 per 100. MCSA ENSETE (Abyssinian Banana). 8-iu. p^.ts, $1.00 each. L F. R. PIERSON CO. GERANIUMS. Double Gen. Grant. Ex- tra line plants in bud and bloom, 3^-in. pots, $8.00 per 100. GER.ANllMS, assorted. In bud and bluum, SVa-in. pots, $6.00 per 100. NASTIRTIUMS. SM^-iu. puts, bushy, .$4.00 per lUil. ENGLISH IVY. P.'/.-in. pots, $12.00 per 100. GERM.AN IVY. 21/4 -in. pots, $3.00 per 100. AMPELOPSIS VEITCHII. Strong plants, 4-iu. pots, $15.00 per 100. Tarrytown-on-Hudson, NEW YORK Araucarias ouR Specialty Araucaria Robusta Compacta and Exceisa Glauca, Specimen Plants, Spring igo8 importa- tion, 7 inch pots, 25, 30, 58, 40 inches high, 6 years old, s itable for the veranda, porch or lawn, $2.00, $2.50, $3 00 each, worth double that amount. Same Varieties, April 1909 importation, 15- 20-22 inches high, $i 00, $1.25, $1.53. Araucaria Hxcelsa, 5, $%, 6 inch pots, 2-3-4 years old, 40c., 50c., 6oc , 75c., $1.00. Keatia Forsteriana, 6-7 inch pots, 25, 30, 40, 50 inches high, $1.00, $1.25, $1 50, $z 00, $3.00 each. Bclmoreana, 6 inch pots, 5 to 6 leaves, $1.00, $1.25, $1 50. Cocos Weddellana. 3-4 inch, 15c., iSc, 35c. Adiantum Hybrldum. valuable for fronds for cutting, big bushes suitable for 6, 7, 8 inch pots, 30c., 4cc., 50c. Areca lutescens, 4 inch, 25c. Begonia Glolre de Lorraioe, 4 inch, 35c. Lonsdale light pink and the dark pink. Sago palms, loc. per leaf. Cash with order please. GODFREY ASCHMANN Importer and Wholesale Grower of Pot Plants 1012 W. Ontario St., PHILADELPHIA, PA. .411 goods must travel at purchaser's rifk Kentias, Arecas, Latanias, Cocos, Phoenix, Araucarias, Rubbers, Crotons, Pandanuses, Asparagus, Ferns for Dishes. Before placing fall orders for Palms and Decorative Plants Write for Prices A. LEUTHY & CO. PERKINS ST. NURSERIES ROSLINDALE, MASS. WHITE KILLARNEY iWaban Strain) GRAFTED STOCi;. T>oz. .Jj IX) mo 2511 $82 iO S^Y MARYLAND S^'^ToSt. sen $15u 00 .$3.(iOperdoz., 2.UU " " 1000 $3J0.00 2)00 $687.50 5000 $1,250.00 $20 00 per ICO, $150.00per 1000 10.00 " ' 90.00 " " STANDARD VARIETIES Betty, Bon SItene. Bride, Brid-smaid. Cardinal, Enchanter, Etolle de France, Etolle de Lyon. Franz Dee^an, Gen. McArtnur, Golden Gate. Hermosa, Ivory, Kalserin Augusta Victoria, Kate Moulton, Killarney, La Detroit, Maman Coctiet, Marechal NIel, Mme. Abel Chatenay, Mrs. Jardine, Mme. Hosle, Mrs. Paul NIehoff, Mrs. Pierpont Morgan, Mrs. Potter Palmer, Papa Gontler. Queen Eiealrlce, Rhea Reld, Richmond, Rosaline Orr English, Souv. du President Carnot, Souv. de Wootton, Uncle John, Wellesley, White Cochet. The above Grafted (selected planis)20cts. each, $2.00 per doz., $15.00 per 100, $120.00 per 1000 . OWN ROOT ROSES Klllffrney, Bride, Bridesmaid, Mme. Abel Chatenay, ivory, Richmond, Mrs. Paul NIehoff. 2.in. pots, 75c per doz., $3.50 per Ijij, $3000 per 1000. 2'/2-in, pots, $1.00 per doz., $6.00 per 100, $511.(0 per 1000. Queen Beatrice. Rhea Reld, Mrs. Jardine, Mrs. Potter Palmer, from 2'/^-in. pots, $8.00 per 100, $70.00 per 1000. BEDDING PLANTS COLEUS. Verschaffeltii, Golden Queen, Queen Victoria, Beckwith Gem, Firebrand. Lord Palmerston. Rooted Cuttings by express, $0.60 per 100, $5 00 per 1000. Out ot2'4 '". POts «° May, $2.00 per 100, $15.00 per 1000. Golden Bedder, Hero, Messy, Pearl of Orange. Fancy Varieties, Twelve kinds not listed above, 76 cts. per li 0, $6 00 per lOOU. AGERATUM. Stella Gurney. Princess Pauline. SALVIA, Splendens, Bonfire and Zurich. HELIOTROPE. Dark blue bedding varieties. GERMAN IVY. 75 cts. per K(l, $6.00 per 1000. ALTERNANTHERA, (Red and Vellow), 50c per Inn. 15.00 per 1000. From 2% in pots, $2.00 per 100. SALLEROI. Rooted Cuttings, $1 no per 100, i'/i in. pots, $2.50 per 100. CHRVSANTHEnunS IN QUANTITY. Catalogue on Application. PEACOCK'S CELEBRATED NEW DAHLIAS JACK ROSE and other cut flower sorts. SEND FiJR C.\T.\LOG. Peacock Dahlia Farrhs Wllllamstown Junction, N.J. Cannas J. H. DANK 3t SON, Dry roots: Italia Cleveland, Austria Egandale, Marlbo ro ugh, America C' ana, Black Beauty, $1.50 per 100. Kate Gray mixed with red, $1.25 per 100- Asparagus Spren geri, 3 in., $1.75,3 in., $4.00, 4 in., $6 00 per 100 Dracaena indiv, 4 iti., 10c- English Ivy, 2 in. $2.00; R.C. 75c per ?00. Rex Begonia, a in., 3c WESTFIEID, N. Y 132 HORTICULTURE July 31, 1909 Asparagus Plomosus Nanus from greenhouse grown strain, extra strong seedlings, ready to go In 2i^ In. pots. Per looo, $10.00; Per 10,000, $80.00 Cocos Weddelliana t'cr looo Per loo Fine established healthy plants from 9 Ji in. pots $90(0 $10.00 Satisfaction Quaranleed. 0. V. ZAN6EN, Seedsman, Hoboken, N. J. NEPHROLEPIS MAGNIFICA THE SBNSATIONAL NOTBI;TT Strong 3H-ln. stock, $2B.00 per 100. WHITMANII t^-ln., $40.00 per 1000; SH-ln.. tnm Beack, l&OO per 100. H. H. BARROWS & SON. whitman, mass. PALMS, FERNS AND DECORATIVE PLANTS JOHN SCOTT Rutland Road and E. 45th St. Tel. 23go Bedford BROOKLYN , N. Y. JARDINIERE FERNS IN BEST VARIETIES. VERY FINE STOCK. $3.50 per 100, $30.00 per 1000 ROSE HILL NURSERIES New Rochelle, N. Y. FERNS FOR DISHES Assorted varieties, 2 in. pwts, $3 per 100, $25 per 10. o. PRIMROSES OBGONICA AND CHINESE Best strains, 2]^ in. pots, $3 per loo, $25 per 1000. Cash with order. FRANK OECHSLIN 2578 W. Adams St., - CHICAGO, 11,1,. ROBERT CRAIG CO. ROSES, PALMS, •ad novelties In DecoratlTe Plants MARKH ind 49th STREETS., PHILADELPHIA, PA. HEACOCK'S PALMS. KEMTIA BELHOREANA 6-ln. pot, 22 to 24-ln. high $1 00 each 6-ln. pot, 24 to 26-In. high $1 25 each 6-ln. pot, 26 to 28-ln. high $1 50 each 9-ln. tub, 42 to 481n. high $5 00 each 9-ln. tub, 48 to 54-ln. high $6 00 each MADE-CP KRNTIA FORSTERIANA 9-ln. tub, 4 plants, 42 to 48-ln. hlgh..$ 4 ea. JOSEPH BEACOCK CO. WYNCOTE, PA. FORTUNES IN FIG ORCHARDS £. C. Robertson General Sales Manag'^r 501 Kiam BIdg., Houstoo, Teias Texas Figs Are World's Fair Winners The famous flg preserves made at Aldlne, near Houston, are the finest and best known in the world. One Important thing which must not be overlooked Is that fig orchards never fall to produce large, profitable crops here. One Acre Set In Figs and one Town Lot. both lor $230, Payable $10 down and $10 per month, without interest. No payments when sick. CLEAR WARRANTY DEED IN CASE OF DEATH Local cash market for trult. Single crop pays for land and lot. Money back in four years with annual Income thereafter for "life. Better than banks, bonds, »r life in- surance. If you want to enjo.v life in South Texas under your own "vine and flg tree," or make a safe and profitable Investment, write for further particulars. Orange Groves on similar terms. Palms Shrubs ^^m^ nORiST Ferns Perennials Send for Our Catalogue. The GEO. WITT BOLD CO. , 1657 Buckingham Place, Chicago, III. LAGER ®. HURRBLL ORCHIDS Established and Fresh Imported. SUMMIT. N. J. ORCHIDS! Arrived in first-class condition C. Lablata, D. Bigibbum and expect in a few days C. Gigas and Sanderlana and C. Mossiae. ORDONEZ BROS. 41 West 28th St., - New York City and Madison, N. J. ORCHIDS All Orchids. Nothing but Orchids. Best Orchids. Good Orchids. We Collect Them. Write Today. CARRILLO & BALDWIN, Secaucus, N. J. American Grown Roses Fruit and Ornamental Trees. Shrubs, Small Fruits, ClematU, Evergreens. Write for Trade List. W. & T. SMITH CO. Geneva, N. Y. IMPORTED ORCHIDS Now Arriving Julius Roehrs Co. RUTHERFORD, N. J. ORCHIDS Ijoirgest Ifyiport^ra, Ewportert, 0§ mmm't and HybridUU Ut tha Wortd Sander, St. Alban», EogUntf and 235 Broadway, Room I WEW YORK CITY HOLLAND NURSERIES Best Hardy Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Conifers, Clematis, H. P. Roses, Shrubs, and Herba- ceous Plants. P. OUWERKERK, "jj^"? =''«.«»''•? Hgf. 0. No. 1. Hoboken, N.J. In Honor of the S. A. F. Twenty=Fifth Anniversary At CINCINNATI WIL^rv BK ISSUED OIV A.UOUS'T 1-5 This will be an issue of exceptional interest and will be widely circulated and widely read. Its value as an advertising medium for all floral and horticultural material cannot be over estimated. S. A. F. trade is always worth a special effort at Convention time. Send your order in early and it will have our best attention. July 31, 1909 HORTICULTUKE 133 Euphorbia fulgens (E. Jacquinaeflora) and E» Poinsettia pulcherrlma The name Euphorbia was given to this plant by Dioscorides. Pliny, says it was so called in honorv of Euphorbus, physician to Juba, king of Mauritania. The history of the names of plants, or their meaning I find to be quite a useful study, as it helps to fasten the name of the plant in one's memory, the one helping to recall the other. Again, if anyone asks the name of a plant, and you tell them, see how helplessly the average person looks at you, but if you can tell them also the meaning or history of the name, they get interested and begin to think that you are not simply making it up on the spur of the moment to hide your ignorance." I remember some time ago a lady asked me the name of a Cleroden- dron, and when I told her, she asked me if I knew what the name meant. I replied that I believed it came from kleros, which means chance, and dendron a tree. The natives did not know whether it had any healing virtues or not, but. they took chances on it. "There," she ex- claimed, "is a good common name for it-the chance tree." But to return to Euphorbia, a genus comprising about si.x hundred species of trees, shrubs and herbs. The two above named are the most useful for the gardener or florist for greenhouse culture. Some have told me they have a hard time rooting E. fulgens and considering the treatment I quite often see this attractive Christmas flowering plant gets after cutting the crop, I do not wonder they do. Very often it is pushed under a bench, or thrust into some dark out of the way corner, and then they try to root the soft spindly growths that start away from the old wood. A better way is to set the cut-back plants on a shelf near the glass in the full sun, and not dry them off severely. In the spring you will get nice firm cuttings. When they are about three inches long remove them from the old plants, and trim the lower leaves and insert in sand. We use a seed pan about two inches deep and a foot square, in which we put about 120 cuttings, giving them a thorough soaking with water, and set them near the glass in a house where the temperature is about seventy degrees. Do not water them again until the sand begins to have a dry appear- ance on top, then give another good soaking. They will be rooted in about a month, after which, we prick seven or eight into a six-inch pot filled with a good rich open loam, keep close and slightly shaded for a day or two, and then place in the full sun. After the first of June they can be set outdoors. Ashes is a good thing to set them on or plunge them in. By the second week in September they will have a nice sturdy growth, and can get some manure water once a week. Removing them to their quarters indoors will also be in order. A house around sixty degrees will bring them in flower nicely by Christmas. At the time of writing, July 19, there is jilenty of time to root more cuttings. These, if desired, can be pricked thickly intq a ten or twelve-inch pot when rooted, and staked out nicely with thin twigs when they come in flower, mak- ing a good specimen plant. When cutting the flowers for vases, it is better to have a dish of boiling water near by to dip the ends of the steins in, to prevent the flow of the milky sap, then cover over the head in cold water for a day and there will be no trouble with their keeping qualities. The popular poinsettia, E. Poinsettia pulcherrima, requires quite a long period of rest. A good place- to store them is under a carnation house bench. About May 1st. is a good time to start them. They can be planted outdoors in June, and one gets a far firmer cut- ting than if they had been kept under glass. We find it is a good plan to pot each cutting singly in a two-inch pot, putting about half an inch of sphagnum moss ia the bottom of each pot, and filling up with a mixture of powdered charcoal and sand. Placed in a tight cold frame shaded with a cotton cloth, they will root in about four weeks, from June until the middle of September. The earlier rooted ones we plant in nine or ten-inch pots about a dozen or fifteen to a pot. They make nice specimens about three feet high for Christmas. The last rooted batch make nice dwarf plants in pans. We find that both these Euphorbias are very sensi- tive to fresh bone meal, and would not advise its use, unless it had been mixed with the soil for three months. Notes from the Arnold Arboretum In one of the preceding notes Sorharia stellipila was described as a new species closely resembling the well known S. sorhifolia but flowering later. Today another new species may be mentioned which is just now begin- ning to bloom, thus flowering about a month later than S. sorhifolia. This species is Sorharia assurgens from China. It differs in habit more from <§. sorhifolia than S. stellipila, growing into a much larger shrub about six feet in height or even more. Its foliage is more grace- ful, the leaflets very numerous, longer and narrower with closely set veins and usually more or less curved. The large panicles of white flowers are from eight to twelve inches long and looser and broader. It has proved hardy at the Arboretum and is, particularly on account of its late and showy flowers, a shrub to be recommended. In connection with this mention may be made of another closely related species, viz., Sorharia Aitchisonii (Spiraea sorhifolia angustifolia) from Afghanistan. This species unfortunately is not quite as hardy as the preceding one and died last winter at the Arboretum, though it had stood two of the preceding winters with but slight in- juries. It is still more graceful than the preceding species, growing into a rather tall shrub of a more open habit with partly spreading and ascending stems. The flowers appear about the same time as those of S. assur- gens in looser panicles. The foliage too is handsomer, the numerous narrow leaflets are of a bright glossy green with usually purplish stalks and also the stems are tinged purple which gives a pleasing contrast with the lustrous graceful foliage. Sorharia Aitchisonii is certain- ly the handsomest of the Sorbarias and for situations where it is hardy to be preferred to the others. The much advertised Hydrangea arhorescens grandi- flora is now in full bloom and there can be no doubt that it merits the recommendations, it has received. Partic- ularly larger slirubs are very effective, as the plant is of good habit, forming a broad round bush studded all over with its large clusters of pure white flowers borne well above the foliage. It has, however, now got a rival in the new Hydrangea cinerea sterilis which has as large and beautiful clusters of white flowers according to flow- ering branches received last year from Teas' nursery in Centerviile, Ind., and a few days ago from Meehan's nursery in Philadelphia. Botanically it is easily dis- tinguished from the other form by the grayish down of the under side of the leaves and' also by the more rounded not pointed sepals ; about its horticultural points I can say nothipg so far, as T had not yet the opportunity to observe living plants. 184 horticulture: HORTICULTURE J"'^ ^^ ^^^^ when we recall the support given by eastern legislators J when the plans for the vast irrigation operations in the TOL. X JULY 31, 1909 NO. 5 PUBLISHED WEEKLY BY HOR.TICULTURE PUBLISHING CO. 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. Mass. Telephone, Oxford 292 WM ]. STEWART, Editor and Manager SUBSCRIPTION PRICE One Year, in advance, $1 00; To Foreign Countries, $2,00: To Canada, $1.50 ADVERTISING RATES Per Inch. 30 inches to page $i.oo. Discounts on Contracts for consecutive insertions, as follows: One month (4 times) 5 per cent. : three months (13 times) 10 per cent.; ■ix months (26 times.) 20 per cent. ; one year (52 limesj 30 per cent. Page and half page spaces, special rates on application. Entered as secjnd-class matter December 8, 1904, at the Post Office at Boston, Mass under the Act of Congress of March 21, 1879. CONTENTS Page COVER ILLUSTRATION— Decorative Planting at Alas- ka-Yukou-Paciflc Exposition. EUPHORBIA FULGENS AND E. POINSETTIA PUL- CHERRIMA— George F. .Stewart 133 NOTES FROM THE ARNOLD ARBORETUM— Alfred Rehder 133 EUROPEAN HORTICULTURE— Frederick Moore 135 SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS— Preliminary Program tor Convention — Transportation — Trade Ex- hibition—A Word irom President Valentine — Cincin- nati Convention Notice 136 Hotels Recommended 137 NEWS OF THE CLUBS AND SOCIEyTlES: Horticultural Society of Lake Forest — Philadelphia Florists' Cluli — American Rose Society 137 Royal Horticultural Society 140 Detroit I<"lorist Club 149 German Rose Amateui s' Society 155 Club and Society Notes 157 AMERICAN PEONY SOCIETY- Report of Committee on Nomenclature — E. H. Farr 138 FLORAL DECORATIONS AT ALASKA - YUKON - PACIFIC EXHIBITION— Illustialion 138 BEDDING ROSE CLIO AT MINNEAPOLIS — IIlus. 139 ODONTOGLOSSUM CRI3PUM VAR. E. B. DANE— lUus. 140 NURSERYMEN PULLING TOGETHER— J. H. Dayton 141 SEED TRADE: Seed Trade Latitude, G. C. Watson— A Short Crop ot Peas and Beans — California Seed Crops — About Vine Seeds — Notes 142 OF INTEREST TO RETAIL FLORISTS: Personal Notes — Steamer Departures — New Stores. 144 Flowere by Telegraph 145 FLOWER .MARKET REPORTS: Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Indianapolis, Philadelphia.. 147 New York 149 OBITUARY: Thomas C. Thurlow, Portrait — Arnos Reynolds — Wil- helra Richter— Nicholas Beirie— Thomas Parrow 154 DURING RECESS: Gardeners' and Florists' Club ot Boston — St. Louis Florist Club — Chicago Florists' Club — Minneapolis versus St. Paul 156 MISCELLANEOUS: 'ncorporated 144 News Notes 144-145-158 Chicago Notes — St. Louis Personals 145 Philadelphia Notes — Business Changes 145 Detroit Notes 149 Funeral of John Thorpe 154 Foreign Notes 155 v5reenhouses Building or Contemplated 15S Patents Granted 15S '•'The Message of the West to the Applying East" is the title of one of the ad- the golden rule dresses to be presented at the Nation- al Irrigation Congress to he held next month at Spokane. Washington. We shall read the "message" with interest. "^The West" as represented by certain senators in their action on the Appalachian bill in Congress administered a rude shock to the friends of conservation and reclamation which is all the more acute West were before Congress. No wiser or more patriotic proposition is before the country at the present time than this to prevent the laying waste of the remnants of original forest still standing in the White and Southern Appalachian Mountain ranges, and no more comforting and encouraging message can come from our fellow countrymen in the far AVest than the assurance that the killing of the ^Appalachian bill was antagonistic to the sentiments of the western people and that they wish to be so understood when the question is again brought up. Judging from the news columns of the Seed trade Des Moines, la., News our friend C. east and w/est X. Page, president of the Iowa Seed Company, has been having something to tell the folks after his return from a trip to Washing- ton and the meeting of the Seed Trade Association at Niagara Falls. "Eastern seed dealers are fast losing their supremacy in the seed business of the country! It was but a few years ago when the East had all the seed business, but the West is now taking the rank which it should have in this line of business," Mr. Page is quoted as having said. The gentleman does not indicate where he draws the line as to what constitutes P]ast and what West, and this makes it rather vague as to where the lemon is presumed to fall. Neither does he specify what sort of seeds he has in mind. Whatever interpretation may be put upon the claim, however, we doubt very much whether the seed dealers East of the Mississippi for instance, or even in the line of cities fringing the Atlantic Coast are losing sleep over any fear of the diversion of their "supremacy" to the great and growing West. None, so far as -wc know, will admit that they ever had a better business than they have enjoyed this present season. And the dealer who will see to it that his supremacy in quality is uniformly maintained need have no fears for his futtire, whether he be in the far East, far West, or any other old place. The coming Convention of the Society On to of American Florists at Cincinnati should Cincinnati be made memorable — not alone by the work accomplished, the speeches made, the plans matured and the mammoth trade exhibition which is assured, but by a record attendance from all parts of the country. There is no question but that every individual who honors the good old Society on this quarter-centennial celebration will get full value many times multiplied for every dollar of money and every hour of the time spent regardless of the distance he may have to travel. And we should not forget that Cincinnati is entitled to all the respect we can show her on this occasion and the very least we can do is to appear in large numbers, thus helping to make the affair im- pressive and showing that the horticultural interests re- member with gratitude the honorable part she took in giving the organization a good start in life. Cincin- nati, through her florists, her hotel people, her city officials and through the generous co-operation of the Cincinnati, Hamilton and Dayton R. E. Company, set the pace for every S. A. F. Convention which ha? fol- lowed. The reception extended was a princely one. the welcome had the true ring, for it came from the heart and the signal success achieved by the Society to which Cincinnati so ho=pitahly played the host owes not a little to the comradeship so well exemplified in Cincinnati's greeting to her florist visitors. So pack up and join tlie happy pilgrimage and help swell the crowd for your own sake, for Cincinnati's sake and for the sake of the noblest avocation that man can follow. July 31, 1909 HOKTICU LTURE 135 European Horticulture SOME XOVELTIES IN KOSES Etoile de France. This is Tea hvbricl having flowers of a dark purple color, velvety and bright, and a bud of considerable length and pleasing shape, which hag* the propert}' of keeping or lasting for a long time. The open bloom is globular, a matter of small consequence compared with the elegance of the bud stage. It is a particularly pretty flower, withstanding cool and wet weather. For cutting as a bud it is to be highly recommended. It does well in heavy soils; in light ones it is advisable in dry times to supply water to the plants in abundance, otherwise the color pales somewhat. Karl Eosimek, H. T., is a fiery red glittering flower of a fine shape, delicious fragrance, and great durability. As a bud or in the half-open state, or fully expanded, it is a capital variety that does not deteriorate in color as it ages — a good variety as second early or late flow- ering, and for all purposes in the open air. Mine. Jean Everacrts, H. P. This is one of the finest bright red roses of the best full form, with good perfume, and, being an abundant bloomer, is an e.xeel- lent subject for the cut flower trade. Mrs. A. M. Kirl-er, H. P., is a variety with bright cherry red flowers, double, very fragrant, with reflexed petals which impart a peculiar charm to the flowers. Growth is vigorous and the wood firm. A good autumn rose. Victor Morlot, H. P., is a velvety light red flower, with a blackish tinge, large and well filled, the bud of egg form. Mvie Segoitd Weber, H. T., salmon pink, grand form and very full (good blooms were observed of this variety at the late show of N. E. S. at the Ro\-al Botanic Gardens, London). Excellent for every pur- pose to which a rose can be put. It prefers a strong soil, and moderate warmth when forced. Andnil-en an Lijdia Grimni, H. P. This fine variety, of a pure, silky light pink tint, has a well filled, inter- esting form and fragrant flower. The growth is robust, and erect. It is one of the best of its color for cutting, the flowering shoots being of great length ; and the flow- ers develop perfectly in any sort of weather. The color is a purer one than that of the well-known Baronne A. de Eothschild, which it also exceeds in vigor of giowth and shape of the flower. Short stalked flowers are never found on the plant. Mmc. Jules Gravereau, H. T. This fine variety is becoming a great favorite with rosarians. The bloom is light pink, the buds very beautiful, and the shoots of a great length. Growth is very vigorous — indeed semi- Ecandent : excellent for covering a wall or fence, etc., and suitable likewise as a bush, pyramid or standard. The plant is not tender, withstanding a rather low de- gree of cold without protection. Mine. Puirary, H. T. This is a very free variety, hav- ing fragrant flowers, fairly full, of a light ^vellow color at the lips of the petals and a darker tint in the centre. Growth is compact and bushy, and in heavy soils the flower stalks frequently grow to a considerable length. For beds, borders and edgings the plant is very effective. Mine. Mehnie Soupert, H. T., is a beautiful variety of an orange salmon tint ; has a long flower bud ; and half opened it is extremely fine and graceful. The tint of the flower is most taking. As a mid-season and late, in frames, and the open gmund, it is a rose that is be- coming a universal favorite. THE EFFECT.S OF HARP FROST.S OX ROSES, ETC. In the central region of Europe away from the sea coast the rule is still, in the winter season, to place some kind of protective materials over the roses of every class. Even climbing varieties on walls and fences are protected with straw and mats, or they are unfastened, and the branches bundled-up in straw or dry fern fronds and then laid on the soil and covered with tree leaves. In this manner the writer of this note was accustomed in Austria to protect his roses; and in no year from 18T3-1880 was it an unnecessary work. Other plants besides roses had, for safety's sake, to be protected in the winter, viz.. Magnolia purpurea and M. Lennei, two deciduous kinds, the latter white inside, and deep pur- ple on the outside of the flower, needed a thick covering of straw to be wrapped around them. The effect of such protected plants is rather bizarre to the stranger from milder climes, but seeing that in the generality of winters the snow covers everything from the end of the month of October till the first week of April, the eye gets accustomed to these white statues, and hillocks of tree leaves scattered about the garden and pleasure ground. The effects of winter cold vary unaccountably in Central Europe, and plants which escape injury one year, may be severely injured or totally destroyed in another, without apparent reason; and some striking cases of this fact are given in a recent issue of the Gar- tenwelt by a correspondent resident at Karlsruhe. A fine old Calycanthus floridus, which for many years in succession was covered with hundreds of its deliciously fragrant flowers, was last winter completely frozen, in so far as the ends of the shoots, and cryptomerias and rhododendrons in exposed positions, were similarly in- jured, some plants of the latter being killed. Further, the frost acted injuriously on young plants of Kibes sanguinea and Taxus baccata, the last named being killed : likewise a Magnolia obovata with the exception of one branch, although M. macrophylla, M. parviflora, M. glauca, M. Yulan, M. tripetala, etc., have not suft'ered in the least degree. The plants of the common Furze, Ule.r Europeim, had to be cut back to the ground level, but they are now putting forth young growth. Cercis Siliquastrum and Carpinus betulus var. quercifolia, have the upper parts of the crown completely frozen; but all other fine species of shrubs and conifers have escaped damage, such as Ceanothus Americanus, Zel- kowa Keaki, Exochorda grandiflora, Chionanthus vir- ginica, Halimodendron argenteum, Cunninghamia chi- nensis, Cedrus Deodara, C. atlantica, C. atl. glauca and C. Manetti and Pinus Jeffreyi, which in most districts must be more or less protected, are at Karlsruhe not pro- tected at all. A correspondent resident at Schlachtense near Berlin states that at that place there is scarcely a trace of injury from frost although no protection worth mentioning was afforded. Of roses the chief sufferers are several of the newer Hybrid Teas. Unprotected the following roses are un- injured ; the climbing varieties, Aglaia, Ruga, Belle de Baltimore and Tausendschon. The first named is a re- markable variety, and splendid for covering a veranda — the bud on opening of a canary yellow tint, changing later to white, and possessing a delicious Tea fragrance. The dwarf roses. Frau Karl Druschki, W. Allen Rich- ardson, Mile. Franciska Kruger, Mme. Jules Grolez, Gloire de Dijon. Reine Marie Henriette, Grace Darling, Mme. Thibaut, ^Ime. Ravary, Yellow Kaiserin, Gross- herzogin Alexandra. Clara Watson, Mme. Levavasseur, Annchen Muller and Gruss an Teplitz are flowering abundantly. Of climbs plants of Exochorda grandi- flora, and likewise Rhododendron are uninjured, and are flowering well. The first named has been unprotected for a period of eight years. Among Conifers several Picea sikhensis onlv. were killed by frost. 136 HORTICULTURE July 31, 1909 SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMEN- TAL HORTICULTURALISTS Preliminary program of the Twenty - fifth Annual Meeting and Exhibition to be held at Cincinnati, Ohio, August 17th, ISth, 19th and 20th, 1909: Preliminary Program. TUESDAY, AUGUST IT, 1909. First Day — Opening Session. 1.30 P. M. Organ Concert. 2.00 P. M. President Valentine's ad- dress. Report of the Committee on President's Address. Discussion. Re- ports of Officers, Committees, etc. Mis- cellaneous Business. Judging of the Trade Exhibits. 8.00 P. M. President's Reception. President Valentine hopes to meet as many as can attend and wishes it dis- tinctly understood that formal dress is not expected, but that the most com- fortable costume will be the most ap- propriate. WEDNESDAY, AUGUST IS, 1909. Second Day — Morning Session. 9.00 A. M. Organ Concert. 9.30 A. M. Illustrated Lecture, "The Value of the Recent Work in Heredity to the Practical Flower Breeder." By Jesse B. Norton, Washington, D. C. Discussion. Question Box. 11.00 A. M. Selection of Next Meet- ing Place. Polls Open One Hour. Nomination of Officers for 1910. Re- ports of Judges of Trade Exhibits. An- nual Meeting Ladies' Society of Amer- ican Florists. Second Day — Afternoon Session. 2.00 P. M. Organ Concert. 2.30 P. M. "The National Flower Show — Past and Prospective" and Spe- cial Matters. Second Day — Evening Session. S.OO P. M. "illustrated Lecture— Color Photography. J. Horace McFarland, Harrisburg, Pa. THURSDAY, AUGUST 19, 1909. Third Day — Morning Session. 9.00 A. M. Organ Concert. 9.30 A. M. Address — "Some Work of the U. S. Department of Agriculture as Affecting Floriculture." By B. T. Galloway, Washington, D. C. Discus- sion. '. »li 10.30 A. M. . Election of Officers, Polls will remain open two hours. Amendment to the By-Laws. — The following amendment having been sub- mitted to the Executive Board and ac- cepted by them, will be voted upon at this time: Amending Article 4, Section 2, as amended previously at Niagara Falls in 1908, by striking out the figures $25.00 in said article as above amend- ed, and inserting in place thereof the figures $50.00, meaning and/ intending to advance the fee for Life Membership from J25.00 as now obtaining to $50.00. The Question Box. Third Day — Afternoon — No Session. Bowling Contest and Other Sports. 2.00 P. M. Meeting of the American Carnation Society. 2.45 P. M. Meeting of the American Rose Society. 3.30 P. M. Meeting of the National Sweet Pea Society. 4.30 P. M. Meeting of the( Florists' Hail Association. Third Day — Evening Session. 7.30 P. M. Organ Concert. h.m P. M. Paper— "The First Meet- ing of the Society." By the First Sec- retary, E. G. Hill. Address— "What the Society has Accomplished in Twenty- five Years." By J. C. Vaughan. Ad- dresses by Past Presidents. FRIDAY, AUGUST 20— Fourth Day. In the hands of the Cincinnati Florists' Society. • Transportation. Applications for special rates have been refused by all the traffic associa- tions. It is pointed out that special summer rates are in effect to all the large cities at very much reduced rates. Chicago. — The Chicago delegation and all others desirous of joining them will leave Chicago August 16, after- noon or 12 p. m. midnight (it is as yet undecided which), via Monon R. R., by special train. Address: P. J. Foley, 26th street and Western avenue. Chairman of Transportation Committee, tor full particulars. New York. — The convention party will travel by N. Y. Central R. R. Address: John Young, Secretary, 51 W. 2Sth street, for full particulars. Buffalo.— Address W. F. Kasting, 383 EUicott street, Buffalo, for par- ticulars. St. Louis. — Address F. H. Meinhardt, 7041 Florissant avenue, St. Louis, State Vice-President, for particulars. Kansas City. — Address W. L. Rock, 1116 Walnut street, Kansas City, State Vice-President, for full particulars. Washington, D. Cr-Address W. F. Gude. 1214 F street, Washington, D. C. Trade Exhibition. The tiade exhibition will occupy two llcois of the Music Hall. Abundant space is available and peihaps no more advantageous location has ever been at the disposal of the society for its ex- hibition. This lieing the 25th meeting of the society and it being in so central and accessible a point as Cincinnati, all in- dications are for a record-breaking at- tendance and the value of an exhibit to those having horticultural products lor sale can hardly be overestimated. Growers of plants, seeds, bulbs, shiubs and trees, dealers in florists' supplies, greenhouse requisites, build- ing material for greenhouse construc- tion, heating apparatus, etc., can here meet the best buyers in the horticul- tural profession, and no better oppor- tf.nity for directing attention to the special merits of their goods can be found. N. B. — Exhibitors are reminded that the duties of the judges are limited to the consideration of and making of awards to Novelties and Improved i^e- vices only. Exhibitors are required to make previous entry of all such ex- hibits with the superintendent in writ- ing. Full rules and regulations, to- gethei' with diagrams of the exhibition hall, may be obtained from William Murphy, Superintendent, 311 Main St., Cincinnati. A Word From President Valentine. To The Members of the S. A. F. and 0. H.: I hope each member of the society is not only planning to attend the coming convention in Cincinnati but that he is doing his best to secure a good delegation from his vicinity. Come yourself and bring your friends, whether they belong to the society or not. After you get them there call for help if necessary to induce them to join and we will furnish you spell- binders who will complete the work you have begun. Some one will be at Secretary Rudd's desk all the time with a welcome smile for the new member and a receipt for his money. The Cincinnati contingent are tak- ing gieat pride in the fact that their city has been selected as the place' for the twenty-fifth convention and their plans show that they are bound all visitois shall have a good time. The hall for the meetings is a perfect gem of a tiny theatre. Nothing could be better for the purpose and space has been provided for the largest trade ex- hibit ever seen at one of our conven- tions. The "Sports Committee" are wild to receive your entries. No matter whether you have a good bowling team or a poor one get into line with it and show how game you are. Den- ver is going to send five bum bowlers just to show that a little matter of three thousand miles round trip can- not keep her florists from getting into the game. Don't hold back and say it is too hot tor that is a poor excuse for a man to make, when if he stays at home he will be wheeling out soil from a house where the mercury marks 120 degrees. The Cincinati crowd promise you several occupations more pleasant than that. No matter how small your business you simply cannot afford to stay away. Remember that the big fellow can go to visit good groweis one by one if he piefeis, but the chance for the small gruweis to pick up a few good points at small expense is at these conven- tions and then when you get there just look around and see how many of the big ones make money by doing the same thing. Step to the telephone right now and ask a lot of the fellows to come down town tonight and talk it over and see if you cannot bring a good crowd with you. Yours for a big convention, J. A. VALENTINE, President. Cincinnati Convention Notice. To all florists who contemplate visit- ing Cincinnati during the Convention of the Society of American Florists and Ornamental Horticulturists, and who are not members of the National Society, it wiU be absolutely necessary upon your arrival in Cincinnati to go to the headquarters of i'he Cincinnati Florists' Society at the Sinton Hotel, Fourth and Vine streets, and register. Y'ou will then receive a ticket which will admit you to the Trade Exhibit at Horticultural Hall, where you will again register with the Secretary of July 31, 1909 HORTICULTURE 187 Burnet house Cor. Third and Vine Streets One of the largest and best hotels in the city. Over 200 fine suites of rooms with private baths, and 150 rooms with hot and cold running water. All modern comforts and conveniences. SPECIAL RATES TO THE FLORISTS as foiw American Plan: $2.50 per day and up. European Plan: $1.00 per day and up. flake the BURNET headquarters for yourself and friends. You will have no cause to regret the choice. We guarantee to please all florists who may favor the Burnet House. Write for rooms or for further information. T. J. CULLEN, Manager. the Cincinnati Florists' Society, who will provide you with tickets, badges, etc., for the various entertainments. ALBERT SUNDERBRUCH, Secretary. Hotels in Cincinnati Recommeniled by The Cincinnati Florists' Society. The Sinton, European plan, $1.50 per day and up. The Grand, European plan, $1.00 per day up. American plan, $2.00 to $3.00. Gibson House, European plan, $1.50 per day up. The HavUn, European plan, $1.50 per day and up. Burnet House, American plan, $3.00 per day. St. Nicholas, European plan, $1.50 per day and up. Palace Hotel, European plan, $1.00 and up; American, $2.00 to $3.50. The Emery, Honing, Lackman, and Gerdes are $1.00 a day and upwards; the Rand and the Stag are 75 cents and upwards and the Bristol and Hotel Thoma, 50 cents and upwards, all on the European plan. The Munro is $1.25 and upwards, European plan, and the Alms $3.00 on the American plan. The New Orleans Vegetable Growers' and Shippers' Organization had a festi- val day on July 19, which included a procession with numerous halts en route, finally winding up at the estab- lishment of J. Steckler Seed Co.. where an elaborate lunch was served and a souvenir badge presented to each guest. The association dinner was served at Southern Park with John Parr as toastmaster. The trade connections which the association has established with the north are constantly broaden- ing. HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY OF LAKE FOREST. Always a notable event, the annual exhibition of the Horticultural Society of Lake Forest, 111., last week, was un- usually so. It was held at Durand Art Institute, July 21st, and its pat- rons were the society folks of the famous north shore. 'They are largely people of wealth and the cut flowers, potted fruit trees, baskets of out-door blooms and choice plants and vege- tables were from the consei-vatories and gardens of people who are not sparing time or money to produce the best. Their gardeners are encouraged in every way to put forth every effort to reach as near perfection in their art as ixjssible. Among the notable exhibitions was a collection of foliage and decorative plants, pear, peach, apricot, apple and fig trees in pots, by Mrs. A. B. Dick, which was awarded a gold medal. Her collection of crotons, fancy leaved caladiums and orchids is said to be the largest in the state. Mrs. C. H. McCormick had a collection of hardy flowers and ferns from her summer home at Walden. Mre. Ernest Hamill had a fine collection of pansies and other flowers. Mrs. Byron A. Smith a rare collection of hardy plants, trees, shrubs, etc., from Brier Hall. Mrs. L. ,T. Swift vegetables and flowers from Westleigh. It would be impossible to enumerate all the displays, all of which are well worth while, did space permit, Erail Bollinger, organizer of the Horticultural Society of Lake Forest and its first president, is a hard and enthusiastic worker and de- serves much credit for its success. The only fault to be found with the exhibition is its brief duration, pi-ac- tically limited to one afternoon and evening. The proposition of making it hereafter a three days' event was discussed at the close of this show and the matter will be taken up again later wh'en it will probably be definitely de- cided in favor of the extended time. PHILADELPHIA FLORISTS' CLUB. The regular monthly meeting of the Philadelphia Florists' Club will be held on Tuesday evening, August 3, at 8 p. m. There will be no formal paper at this meeting, the time being re- quired for discussion of convention matters. The transportation commit- tee will announce final decision as Xo route, fare and time with details. The sports and hotel committees will also report. As far as known at this writ- ing the bowling team will consist of Messrs. Westcott, Anderson. Kift, Con- nor, Batchelor, and possibly Graham or Robertson. The latter two while com- peting in, the trials are doubtful about going. AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY. The preliminary schedule of the pro- posed classes and premiums for the exhibition to be held in New York City in March. 1910, has been received from Secretary Benjamin Hammond, and is good evidence that a big effort is to be made to make the show one of the highest merit and usefulness. There are a number of very large and tempting prizes for specimen rose lilauts in all classes and as it is already time for those who would like to com- pete to begin preparations we would nilvise all who are interested to send 1(1 Secretary Hammond for a copy of the schedule. 138 HORTICULTURE July 31, 1909 AMERICAN PEONY SOCIETY. Report of Committee on Nomencla- ture. It has been suggested that as one of the committee on nomenclature, sent by the American Peony Society to as- sist in the work among the peonies at the Cornell test plot this season, it would be well for me to give an ac- count through the columns of Horti- culture, of the worli done and the con- dition of the peonies in the plot as we found them, for the benefit, not alone of the members of the society, but the large number of florists who are more or less interested in peonies and the work of the society. I am glad to do this, especially in view of the criticisms which have been made by some members of the society, which ■were voiced and made public in Presi- dent Ward s letter, read to the society at its last meeting at Queens, N. Y. Mr. Ward, of course, has not seen the plot for two years, and his impression regarding the conditions at Cornell has been formed from hearsay and without being aware of the great im- provement which has been brought about during the last year. Unfavorable Conditions. It might be well for me to mention the basis from which these criticisms have arisen in order to make it more clear that it was due to a few cir- cumstances at the very beginning, which, while unfortunate In delaying the work, were unavoidable, and for which no one could justly be blamed. It must be admitted that the first re- sults were disappointing, because the peonies were unfortuately planted at a location that was later on required by the college authorities for other purposes, making it necessary to move them to another place. This gave the plants a check from which they had not recovered when the meeting was held at Ithaca in 1907, and it was at once seen that it would require another year's growth before it would be possi- ble to study the peonies properly. Members who came expecting to see a fine display of peonies in the field were disappointed. The ground was a very stiff heavy clay, which seemed as if it might be too wet, and many members expressed the opinion that peonies would not thrive there unless the field was thoroughly drained. This opinion seemed verified when the fol- lowing year, 19uS, after a cold wet spring, the majority of the plants still failed to show typical blooms. In spite of all, the meeting in 1907 tarned out to be a very interesting one, and the members went home full of enthusiasm and the conviction that the work was well on its way to a successful conclusion. We felt deeply indebted to the University for the work it was doing for the society, to Prof. Craig for his co-operation and hospitality, and Dr. Coit for the thorough manner in which he had gathered together all of the known peony literature and laid the founda- tion for effective v/ork, including the publication of the check-list, contain- ing a list of all the names of the peonies catalogued at the present day, some 2700 in all, a large proportion of which were represented by the plants themselves in the test plot. It was suggested that a new plot be planted, this time the object being to form a collection of only the very choicest varieties, each large grower being invited to send from 100 to 150 of what be would consider the very best varieties. This suggestion was carried out, and the following fall col- lections were sent in by a large number of growers, the) new plantation being placed along side of the old one, but on ground lying a little higher. Some Disappointments. The meeting in 1908 turned out most unfortunately for the welfare of the society. President Ward was unable to be present; Prof. Craig was in Eu- rope dangerously ill; Dr. Coit had ac- cepted a permanent position in Arizo- na, and the work of the society was in charge of Leon D. Batchelor who had but recently taken charge having had scarcely time to liecome thoroughly conversant with the work in hand. The result was depressing and dis- couraging for the society, and the sit- uation for Mr. Batchelor a most em- bairassing one. The peonies in the original plot again were not up to expectations, and it is scarcely to be wondered at that under the effect of so many depressing circumstances some of the members should become impatient and indulge in open criticism. For it seemed to many of us then that the University had lost its interest and that there was danger that the whole purpose of the experiment would fail. Suggestions were made by some that the peonies be moved to a more favora- ble, location, and by others that the old plot be abandoned and the work con- centrated on the new plot. Fortunate- ly neither of these suggestions was carried out, it being decided that it v/ould be unfair to the original donors to fail to carry out the test along the lines originally planned. A committee of three was appointed — C. W. Ward, S. G. Harris and my- self— to devise ways and means of im- proving the conditions of the plot, and to confer with the college authorities on this subject. This committee met in Mr. Ward's office in New York and discussed the subject, with the result that Mr. Brown of the Cottage Gardens Co. acting for Mr. Ward, and myself were to send a letter to Prof. Craig after his return, conveying the sugges- tions we had to offer. This letter, however, was never sent, as in the meantime through correspondence with Mr. Batchelor we learned that prac- tically everything it was our intention to suggest was already being carried out under the direction of Mr. Batche- lor, the college authorities having given him full charge and power to do every- thing which in his judgment was re- quired for the good of the peonies. Provision had been made for drainage, and over SO loads of manure hauled on the plot. Any further action on our part was deemed unnecessary. A Splendid Success This Year. This year the peonies made a splen- did showing. They are strong and healthy and with but few exceptions are full of tyi)ical blooms, which gave us a splendid opportunity to study them and make comparison. What is most surprising, the strongest plants and finest blooms are in the portion of the ^)lot that came in tor the greatest amount of criticism, that is the very lowest point in the field. Here some of the very choicest varieties are found, many of them from the collections re- ceived from Europe. Avalanche, Al- batre. Mile. Rosseau stood nearly Floral Decorations at Alaska-Yukon-Pacii'ic Exi-osition Sbowhig Bed of English Tufted Pausles (Viola eonnuta Hybrids) with Baokgroiiiul of Peouies. July 31, 1909 HORTICULTURE 139 shoulder high, with immense blooms, which were a revelation to me. Great clumps of full double Martin Cahuzac, varieties which in our nurseries are never allowed to stand long enough to show us what they really are; the Lady Alexander Duff, sent by Thurlow, with its immense white blooms was particularly noticeable; all growing in the ground condemned the year before as being absolutely unfit to gi-ow peo- nies in. Another point which I took particu- lar notice of was the fact that the colors of most of the varieties were especially strong and distinct, all of which goes to show that while it takes peonies longer to establish themselves in the heavy clay, the strong soil pro- duces excellent results when they are finally underway. My only regret was that the other members of the society could not have seen them this year in- stead of last. I wrote to Mr. Joseph Dauphin ask- ing him if he had any suggestions re- garding this report. I can not resist quoting the following from his letter in reply, dated July 16: "I have no suggestions to make, as I think what- ever you say on the subject will be the same that I would say. For the gen- eral appearance of the plants, either as a whole or individually, I had no kick coming. The plants were strong and healthy, and flowers in as good shape and size as could be. Very few weeds, and the ground had been well culti- vated. I am pretty well satisfied with the looks of the plot this year. I know the difference between that clay soil and our sandy loam at Long Island. They may on their lot some- times be unable to cultivate or weed out. Just on account of the weather. Not taking account of the mixture of varieties which was done by everybody I say the lot is 0. K. And, moreover, I believe Mr. Batchelor is doing his very best in the case and I am sure will keep up. "As regards drainage, what do they want to drain, pocket book or lot? Neither needs it, I think. There Is, it is true, a low corner in the plot, where Goos & Koenemann's plants are but they seem to enjoy the spot. I wish you would in your report emphasize the pains Mr. Batchelor is taking in this work. My way of looking at the whole situation is not of censuring any one, but just the other thing — congrat- ulations for the work done." What iVIr. Batchelor Has Done. When we arrived we found Mir. Batchelor among the peonies with two competent assistants who were aiding him in tabulating descriptions of the varieties in bloom. A tent had been erected, and everything necessary for carrying on the work was right on the ground. There are 1,933 numbers in the origi- nal plot, and to go over each of these one by one seemed like a hopeless task. The mix-up of varieties and names is appalling. I don't believe the mem- bers of the society begin to realize how bad it is; I am sure I did not. But there they were side by side all in bloom. And by the evidence we were all guilty. It is impossible to go into details, but here are a few illusira- tions; Edulis Superba appears under 24 different names, and I don't know how many got away. Nearly all the I'Esper- Bedding Eosk Clio in New Rose Garden in Minueapolis Park. ence sent by American growers is Edu- lis Superba. The European growers sent the correct one, a fleshy white minutely powdered with lilac. Duchess de Nemours (Guerin), in every case proved to be Edulis Superba. Modesta Guerin and Rosea Superba proved to be the same; while Gen. Bertrand in many cases appeared under the name of Modesta Guerin. Probably Queen Victoria or Whit- leyii could lay claim to the greatest variety of names, unleSs perhaps among the reds with stamens, where the greatest confusion exists, Delachii, Pulgida, Louis Van Houtte and others being badly mixed. Lady Bramwell, long catalogued as a Kelway introduc- tion, proves to be in every case iden- tical with the old French variety. Dr. Bretonneau (Verdier), and so on. The check list with its 2,700 names staggers one. But at the above rate, I believe it can be reduced to one-fifth that number by the process of elimina- tion. Naturally this thought will arise in the minds of many. How can the com- mittee be sure they are able to say which is the correct variety among such confusion? At first it seemed im- passible. But on getting down to work, stiange to say, the very contusion in many cases brought about the natural solution of the problens. The positive identification of a variety in one place solved the question in a host of others, and as we advanced through the plot the work became clearer and clearer, from the simple fact of having all the evidence gathered together before our eyes. It was a master-stroke on the part of Mr. Ward when he induced the most reliable European growers to send their collections over here. We have Dessert's complete collection, in addi- tion to that of Croux, and Paillet of France, Goos & Koenemanu, Germany, Barr & Sons of London, and DeGraaff Bros, of Holland, this last collection being obtained through the efforts of Prof. Craig. These collections have proved to be a wonderful help in this work, without which I am convinced it would have been impossible for us to make much headway. The Work Ahead. The work naturally resolved itself into three parts: First, varieties which can be identified without much ditficulty and which we were able to pass upon as being correct without much doubt; second, those varieties which for various reasons will require more study or regarding which we had no data to work upon; third, varieties with nam.es of uncertain origin, that probably it will never be possible to identify, and which are of such doubt- ful value as not to be worth the time and effort necessary to establish their Identification, even if it were possible. Of the first group Mr. Batchelor writes that he thinks the list will num- ber 275 varieties, descriptions of which will be published by the college during the coming winter. It is the intention to start a new' plot wherein three plants of each of these 275 varieties will be planted to serve as a basis of compari- son for future work and to show the members of the society the true variety so far as the committee is able to judge, subject to the correction of any errors which may be discovered before the official catalog is finished and per- manently published. The third class will be eliminated fiom further consideration, except as identification follows in the natural iJi ogress of the work, leaving only the viirieties in the second class upon which the work of the committee will be concentrated next year. Prof. Craig says that the University 140 HORTICULTURE July 31, 1909 lias taken hold of this work, backed by the State of New York, and they will carry it to its final conclusion, even if the Peony Society should go OJt of existence. They have already spent over ?700 on the Bulletins print- ed for the society. Several acres are occupied by the peonies, the use of the land and its care being no small item. Mr. Fewkes, secretary of the So- ciety, in a letter just received writes as follows: "I think the society does not realize what is being done for it by Prof. Craig and his assistants, and what little experience I have had in such matters leads me to believe that the nomenclature business would soon be in the same condition in which the peony committee of the S. A. F. find their efforts, had it not been for Prof. Craig. I am glad the Society conferred honorary membership on Mr. Batche- lor. And/ when they come to realize the amount of work he is doing, I think they will be glad to honor him in any way that seems fit." Prof. Whetzel gave me an interest- ing account of his experiments with club roots or nemotodes as some call them. He has a choice collection of these growing in his garden for ex- perimental purposes, and seems in a fair way to solve this problem. In conclusion, I wish to say that it seems to me every florist who grows peonies commercially, and every ama- tertM \ AH. E. B. Dank Julius Ruehrs Co. July 31, J909 HORTICULTURE 141 NURSERYMEN PULLING TO- GETHER. A paper read before the Xatioual Associa- tion of Nurserymen by J. H. Daytou, of Painesville, O. We have been assured that there is never too much of a good thing, yet have sometimes thought that a reduc- tion in the number of nurserymen might be a benefit to the trade. Yet when we consider the joys that flow into his life, how near he is to nature's heart, how calm, sweet and peaceful an existence he leads, how cares, wor- ries and perplexities skip him by, the wonder is not that we have so few but that many more are not scorning the temptations to engage in some well organized, well conducted business with established customs, rules and regulations ,and becoming a free lance in the tree world, where every man can be a law unto himself, and un- limited competition takes the place of organized effort. It certainly is fine fun to cliase the elusive woolly aphis to his lair with a swab of fish-oil, to bend the gentle swaying branch of the cherry or apple heavily laden with black or green ap- his down into the depths of the pail of tobacco-juice, to listen to the wily tree buyer, as he calmly convinces you that the trees you thpught were worih 15 cents on your grounds are in reality high at 7 1-2 cents, boxed and freight paid; to open ube letter dated April 7th, saying: "Gentlemen — We have as yet leceived no no dee of shipment of our trees, as per our order of the 5th. ^\ e call on heaven and earth to wit- ness that everything else ordered the same date is in. that it is impossible to bill up a single order until your shipment is received, and eternal and everlasting ruin is our portion, unless your shipment reaches us at once." You grab your telephone, order the foreman to drop everything else and rush the shipment off. The next let- ter opened is from the same firm, or- dering a long list of assorted stock to be shipped with their first order. To judge from the letters published, the papers read at some of the fru.t growers' and horticultural societies-, the remarks made and laws introduced into some of our legislatures, the sole object of every nurseryman is to do up his customers, mislabel and kill as many of his trees as possible before shipment. The truth is, that outside of the few genuine mistakes that are bound to occur in any business, the swindling dealer or nurseryman is able to carry on his operations only by the ignorance or cupidity of the buyer, and the customer who will use as much brain work in buying nursery stock as his wife does in buying clothing for the kids will get what he buys and pays for. However well-established, our reputation seems to be for deeds that are dark, do you not think that a little honest striving together might eliminate some abuses, destroy some bad habits and set us a little nearer right in the eyes of the consumer? We will all agi-ee that taking into consideration the inevitable risk in growing and handling perishable stock, the experience and care that must be exercised to produce good stock, the capital" that must be provided and locked up in growing blocks for from one to ten years or more, that the re- JOHN WATERER & SON, Ltd. 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Can we not educate our- selves as to the true value of our stock and the amount we must procure, if it is sold at a profit? In fact, do you not know that active, intelligent co- operation among nurserymen could be made to establish confidence among ourselves and in our dealings with the public? Commerce is not war. and the good bargains benefit both parties. I under- stand the first fruit trust was organ- ized in the Garden of Eden, with his Satanic Jlajesty as promoter. Per- haps the disastrous result of that spec- ulation is one of the reasons why it seems almost an impossibility to secure active, honest co-operation amongst the growers of agricultural and nursery products. I remember hearing Mr. Collingwood make a statement something like this: "If you should lock up seven farmers (he might have said nurserymen) in, a room, give them a week to deliberate and their choice of coming out to pool their issues, buy and sell their prod- ucts as one, directing one or two of their number to attend to their busi- ness as officers, or to be hung, there would be seven hangings on the sev- enth day." lis not now a good time for con- ceited action in a common cause? Can- not we agree on some things that we kr"v and acknowledge to be wrong? Eliminate and bury them so deep that their specters will never again trouble even the dreams of our trade. Cannot a fe.v- things that we all know would improv'^ our business and put money in our pockets be adopt«d :ind lived up to by enough of our members to ma"ke them so essentially the niles of- our trade that no one will think of break- ing them? What about price lists? Like some minister's texts, are they not often used only as a point of departure, only we run prices down while the Rever- end is trying to elevate. What about the price list of steel or iron, or a thousand other manufacturers? In what other convention in the world could I step from the platform and re- ceive such a variety of prices on what purported to be the same article, and on what other commodity would there be such a diversity in grade or value when delivery was made? If you knew nothing about our busi- ness, and was made a trustee of some institution, who desired a bill of trees for their grounds, and you made up a list and asked prices, and received bids offering exactly the same lot of stock at from $81S to $675 and every offer from a reliable house, long in the busi- ness, well quoted in commercial re- ports and capable of filling their con- tracts, what would you think of the business sense and sagacity of the or- ganized nurserymen? {To be continued') JAPAN GROWnHalTaS? If not, try them to con- vince you of their superior quality. Not affected by disease. Bulbs verj- solid, grown one season in loam to make them fit for long voyage. Shipment ex- pected end of July. Prices CD application. THE YOKOHAMA NURSERY CO. 31 BARCLAY STREET, NEW YORK Mum Canes What you want now 7 to 8 ft. $7.00 1000 Wm. Elliott ft Sons 42 Vesey St., New York 142 HORTICULTURE, July 31, 1909 Seed Trade Seed Trade Latitude. "Eastern seed dealers are fast losing their supremacy in the seed business of the country," said C. N. Page, president of the Iowa Seed Company, who has just returned from a two weeks' visit in the east. "It was but a tew years ago when the east had all the seed business," con- tinued Mr. Page, "but the west is now taliing t6e rank which it should have in this line of business." — Des Moines, la., News. There are houses in the seed trade that stand so high that they do not only a continental but a world-wide business. Many more cover the whole United States. Still more numerous are those who operate in given sec- tions— as the New England, the Mid- dle Atlantic states, the north west, the west, the south, etc. But the great ma.1ority of houses cater to a distinct- ly local trade — mostly within a radius of a hundred miles of some populous center. The latter class has naturally been increasing wherever the growth of population has been most manifest. This is not a case of "supremacy.'' or lack of it, for the East or West; but merely a case of healthy and natural evolution. Wherever a good local con- cern establishes itself, it ought to get a great deal of the business that would otherwise go further afield. But much of this is new business, and with pop- ulation increasing elsewhere there is plenty of business for all — including the big continental- houses. Wliat the latter lose in one direction they gain in another. To talk about "suprem- acy" of one section over another, as Mr. Page is reported to have done, is as incorrect as it is misleading. That rivalry in well-doing (the giving of agriculture and horticulture the best quality of seeds that brains, energy and capital can produce) of one sec- tion with another should ever cease, ■would be a calamity to the welfare of the whole country — aye, even the whole world The "supremacy" of one section over another — or in other words the "monopoly" of the trade of one section by any other agency than "quality" would be the most disas- trous thing that could happen to the citizens of any community. But, hap- pily, such is impossible; climatic con- ditions form the bulwark; as the best quality in any given item has usually to be sought for at points thousands of miles apart. So in reality there is no such thing as "supremacy" in the sense meant by Mr. Page. "Suprem- acy in quality," on the other hand, knows neither latitude nor longitude. It was a "wild and wooly" remark, and one can only hope that Mi-. Page was Incorrectly i-eported. g. C. WATSON. A Short Crop of Peas and Beans. There is no longer any doubt that we are again slated for a short crop of peas. The only question now is, what will be the extent of the short- age? Several reports from trustworthy sources are to the effect that the short- age will be as severe as last year, and particularly on early sorts. This is most unfortunate for the growers, as the repeated shortages have so dis- appointed and disgusted the farmers that they are practically in a state of revolt against growing peas and beans, for while beans have not reached the stage of maturity that peas have, the conditions affecting them are very bad. and that thei-e will be a heavy short- GIANT PRIZE PANSY SEED Our Giant Strain of Pansies should not be compared with the ordinary Giant Grim- ardeau, as the seed we offer will produce flowers of much heavier texture. 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Of course, the recent rains will probably start germi-' nation, but such a crop is a forlorn hjpe at best, as it would be a race with .Jack Frost in which the latter would rule favorite at 100 to 1. There is practically no chance of such a crop maturing seed, and all indications are that beans will rule much firmer and higher than last year. As usual the heaviest shortage in peas will be in the canners' varieties and the Dwarfs. Rains of the past ten days will be of benefit to many of the late varieties which had then Just come into blossom. They will also indirect- ly aid many of the medium early sorts by arresting further deterioration, but with reference to first and second earlies, the crop is made and quite be- yond help. It only remains to ascer- tain what has been saved. Several authorities estimate the yields of Alaskas, Extra Earlies, Amer- ican Wonders, Notts' Excelsior, Gems, Gradus, Laxton and others of Uiis class at 2 1-2 to 3 fold. Later varieties are expected to average half to one fold better. Canada Field will be very short again. California Seed Crops. With reference to California crops, sweet peas will be fair to good. Let- tuce excepting a few varieties promises well. There will be enough onion seed to satisfy the cravings for this odorous but populai vegetable, and no famine piices are likely. The whites and flat reds will be a little on the short side, but not enough to cause alarm. Rad- ish will be a fair crop and as for beets and carrots, California's quota in the grand total is not a very imiJortant factor. As to Lima, and other varie- ties of seed beans grown in California, renditions are as a i-ule distinctly fa- vorable. Reports all say the stand is much better than a year ago, though as has been m.ore than once pointed out in these columns, no crop of either peas or beans is actually sate until housed. On more than one occasion, both in California as in the East, a fine crop has been i-uined by rain at harvest. Actual conditions at time of writing is all that can be given, and this should be borne in mind. About Vine Seeds. Vine seeds are generally promising at this date, and in the West, sugar corn is looking well. The outlook in the East is not so good, but not quite hopeless. This is a fair summary of the leading stoclcs at this time. Notes. Percy Milks of E. Randolph, N. Y., has taken a position with the Ran- dolph Seed Co., Louisville, Ky. Kansas City, Mo.— Heller & Co. have opened a branch store for the sale of their mice proof seed cases, store fixtures, etc. Webb City, Mo. — The seed store of the Tucker Seed Co., has been closed for the summer but will be opened again in the early fall. The law suits between C. P. Bras- Ian, of The Braslan Seed Growers Co. San Jose, and The A. G. Pieters Seed Co. Hollister, Cal., have been compro- mised and settled out of court. It is hoped that Mr. P. W. Brugger- hoil v.'ill return with health fully re- stored. His popularity has vastly in- creased in these later years and he may be called "The Grand O.ld Man of the Seed Trade." The recent sad death of Mr. C. W. Smith of the Leonard Seed Co. will be greatly regretted by all who knew him. He was a very bright and capable : oung man, quiet, refined and very companionable, and his death from any jioint of view is a public calamity. He was drowned while bathing at Chicago Beach, Chicago, and at last reports his body had not been recovered. J. P. Noll & Co., Newark, N. J., have incorporated tor $100,000. Names of otficers and directors have not yet been published. Something interesting' is likely to be hoard from this quarter in the near future. There is a broad ici.ndation here for the building up of a splendid seed business, and this is likely to be done. Great credit is due Mrs. Noll, who, with the assistance of her late husband's brother has carried on the business since the death of the former eighteen months ago, with con- spicuous ability and success, showing a gratifying increase over the previous year. CABBAGE. Succession, Flat Dutch and Savoy. $i.co per tooo. $8.50 per 10.000. CELERY. White Plume and Golden Self BUnching. $1.00 per looc. $8.50 per $10,000. PAKStEY. J5 cts. per 100. $1.25 per 1000. Cash with Order R. VINCENT, JR., & SONS CO. White Marsh, Md. CATALOGUE Designing and Illustrating For ilorists, .'^ecrtsmcn. etc. I'hotocirapha ami designs of ;ill kiiitls carefully mad aud promptly submitted. CEO. E. DOW ^178 Wasiiington St, Boston, Mass July 31, 1909 nOKTICULTURE 143 Everything "For the Land's Sake. The one firm in Boston where all good forms of plant food may be ob- tained, is the Bowker Fertilizer Company, opposite Faneuil Hall at 43 Chatham St. All greenhouse chemicals. Nitrate of Soda, Ground Bone, Potash Salts, Sheep Manure and Wood Ashes can there be had at first hands. BOWKER Everything "For the Land's Sake. " FERTILIZER COMPANY «iiiiniiunnni»iniiiir>iinwwnnriiinnnnnnniinnrinn' quarters. O. P. Bassett, C. L. Washburn and E. B. Bassett started from Chicago July 27, for a thousand-mile auto trip, going as far as Minnesota by one route and returning by another. They will be back in time for C. L. Washburn to go with the party to Cincinnati. The body of C. W. Smith, whose sad drowning was recorded in last weeks' Issue, is still somewhere in the em- brace of the lake. Everj' effort possi- ble has been made to recover it, with- out success. His brother, Albert Smith, with whom he was bathing when he lost his life, is inconsolable. He will not aban- don the search and has had profession- al divers, the life saving crew and the police force to help him. Cannonading has also proved futile. Mr. Smith has the sympathy of the trade in his long days of unusual trial. ST. LOUIS PERSONALS. Mr. and Jlrs. Carl Beyer have re- turned from a pleasant trip through the western country. A. Y. Ellison, of The Ellison Floral Co., was married last week in Belle- ville, 111., to Miss L. Hastings of Chi- cago. Mr. and Mrs. Huge* Gross of Kirk- wood have returned home after an en- joyable trip to California and other western states. George Waldbart sailed from New York on July 2S for an extended trip through Europe. He will return about October 1st. Des Plaines, III.— H. C. Bluett, who makes a specialty of sweet peas un- der glass, reports returns this year lower than those of previous years and that the cause is overproduction. Des Plaines is becoming quite a green- house centre. With the completion of the Hoerber Bros', range of ten three hundred-foot houses there will be nine distinct greenhouse plants in this little town of 2000 inhabitants. PHILADELPHIA NOTES. A painful incident occurred in local wholesale circles last week. William J. Baker took a vacation. At latest accounts the patient was resting easily, and had increased his avoirdupois by nearly two pounds. It is understood that the third an- nual meeting of the Association of Railroad Gardeners, scheduled for AUt gust 24th, will take place at Horticul- tural Hall, commencing at 10 a. m. Paul Huebner of the Reading is an active spirit in the local arrangements. The first chrysanthemums of the sea- son arrived at Pennock-Meehan Co.'s, July 21st. They were quickly picked up by an enterprising retailer. A small lot — only four of them; thank heaven there's no more of them — for a couple of months at least. We have trouble enough without 'mums at present. The time table is the center of in- terest at present Flower price lists are bald and weary narratives for the time being. The transportation com- panies are standing to their guns with grim courage. Won't give a point to anybody even under the most heart- rending circumstances. Haughty ty- rants! The Leo Niessen Co. were strong on sv.-eet peas last week, and naturally objected to our market report, which mentioned these as generally very poor. Which was true. We are glad to bear there was at least one oasis in the desert. Leo should talk before — not after— the event. Mind telepathy is not yet an exact science. 'FLOWERS BY TELEGRAPH." Leading Retail Florists Listed by Towns for Ready Reference. Denver, Colo.— Park Floral Co., 1708 Broadway. Washington D. C— Gnde Broe., 1214 F St Chicago — Hauswlrth, "The Florist," 233 Michigan Ave. Chicago— William J. Smith, mchlgaD Ave. and Slat St. Chicago— George Wittbold Co., 1657-59 Buckingham Place. Louisville, Ky. — Jacob Schulz, 650 South Fourth Ave. Boston— Thos. F. Galvln, 124 Tremont St. Boston— Edward MacMulkln, 194 Boyl- ston St. Boston— Hoffman, Florist, 59-61 Massa- chusetts Ave. Boston — J. Newman & Sons, Inc., 24 Tre- mont St. Boston —Julius A. Zlnn, 2 Beacon St. Wellesley, Mass.— Tallby. Detroit, Mich. — J. Breltmeyer's Sons, Miami and Gratiot Aves. Kansas City, Mo. — Samuel Murray, 1071 Broadway. Kansas Cltv, Mo. — Wm. L. Rock Flower Co., 1116 Walnut St. Albany, N. Y.— H. G. EJyres, 11 N, Pearl St. Albany, N. Y.— F. A. Danker, 40 Maiden Lane. Ne-v York— David Clarke's Sons, 2139- 2141 Broadway. New York — Alex. McConnell, 571 5th Ave. New York— Young & Nugent, 42 W. 28tli St. Brooklyn, N. Y.— Robert G. WUson, Pul- ton St. and Greene Ave. Buffalo, N. Y.— Palmer's, 304 Main St. Montreal, Can. — P. McKenna & Son, St. Catherine and Gay Sts. Toronto, Can.— J. H. Dunlop, 96 Yonge St. NEWS NOTES. Lake Forest, III.— The Calvert Green- houses have been leased to a Kansas party for a term of thrae years. Sioux City, la. — J. Lehman of Rock- land & Lehman, has sold his interest in the business to his partner and is spending a few days in Chicago. THE BEST LETTERS Boston Florist Letter Go. 66 PEARL ST., BOSTON N. F. McCarthy, Mgr. Order diraet or buy from your local tupply deaUr. Intut on kaTins th«' BOSTON IntcriptioBa, Emblems, etc.. Always in Stock BUSINESS CHANGES. Charlotte, N. C— The Dilworth Flo- ral Gardens have been sold to C. E. Scholtz. Baker City, Ore.— Ira B. Sturgis has purchased the greenhouse business of R. C. Eisele. New Orleans, La. — J. Shackei will transfer his business from Bayou St. John, to the lot he has recently pur- chased in the suburbs. Fairhaven, Mass. — S. S. Peckham has turned his place over to Peter Davis & Son, who will make a specialty of carnations and chrysan- themums. Mt. Vernon, la. — Alex. Cowen & Son have purchased the greenhouses of C. S. Meek and will carry on the business, making additions and im- provements. St. Louis, Mo. — C. Young & Sons Co.. are making many improvements in their store, including a plate glass front. At a recent stockholders' meet- ing officers were chosen as follows: James Young, president; Harry Young, vice-pres.; Wm. C. Young, secy.; C. C. Young, treas. N. E. FLOWER DELIVERIES Send flower orders for delivery in Boston and all New England points to THOS. F. GALVIN 124 Tremont St., Boston TRANSFER Your orders for flower or plant deliv- ery in. Eastern New England to JULIUS A. ZINN 2 Beacon St., Boston For Ste men sailing from Montreal and Quebec Order by Meul or Telegraph from MONTREAL Careful attention and prompt delivery. WELLESLEY COLLEGE Dana Hall, Walnut Hill aad Rockiidi* Hall School*. TAILBY, Wellesley, Mass. Tel, Wellulejr 44-1 ind 1. Night 44-j. 146 HORTICULTURE July 31, 1909 ASTERS BEST, $2.SO-$3.00 per 100. QOOD, $2.00 per 100. MEDIUM, $1.00— $1.50 per 100. MY MARYLAND $J.00-S8.00 per 100 BRONZE GALAX $7.50 per Case THE LEO NIESSEN CO. 1209 Arch St., Philadelphia, Pa. Open from 7 a. m. to 6 p. m. ANNUAL TRADE EXHIBIT OF THE SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS CINCINNATI, OHIO, AUG. 17-20 INCLUSIVE MAKE .APPLICATION FOR SP.-ACE AND R.\TES TO WM. MURPHY SUPT. TRADE EXHIBIT 31 I MAIN STREET, - CINCI N NATI, OHIO i 311 MAIN SI CUT EASTER LILIES Extra Fine $1.50 per doz. $10.00 per lOO Can furnish in quantity W.E.McKISSICK&BROS.,"pr!l?s'' 1619-1621 RansteadS'., Philadelphia •< ^ \ * CUT FLOWER BOXES EDWARDS FOI.DING BOX CO MANUFACTURERS PHILADELPHIA. PA. ^ ^ . V CHAS. W. McKELUR 51 WABASH AVE., CHICAGO Western Headquarters for Choice Orchids Valley, Roses and all Cut Flowers PETER REINBERQ WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS 51 Wabash Av., Chicago, 111. Long Distance Phone, Central 6004 WINTERSON'S SEED STORE 45-47-49 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Seedsmen, Plantsmen, Nurserymen Florists* Supplies We enn supply fver.vthiiig used by the I'liirist. Sri'I'I.Y CATALOG FREE. Cor- re.'^pi.nHlonco ^nlirit<'d. POEHLMANNlROSTCO. 33-35-37 Randolph St., • CHICAGO CUT FLOWERS Greenhouses, - Morton Grove, III. Rice BrotHers 1 1« N. 6tli street, niNNEAPOLlS, nilW. WHOLESALE FLORISTS and SUPPLIES CUT FLOWERS reoeiTed twice daily, ind can fill Mr orders to your satiihtction. A complete line of •rdT Greens — WILD SMILAX, BOXWOOD, ARDY FANCY FERNS, GALAX LEAVES. Writ* for quotatioiu oo large quaatitiet. In ordering goods please add' It In HORTICULTURE." saw WELCH BROS. AMERICAN BEAUTY, KILLARNEY,RICHnoND,nARVLAND AND ALL THE SUPERIOR ROSES, LILY OF THE VALLEY, CARNATIONS, ORCHIDS 226 Devonshire Street, Boston, Mass. WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKETS— ^•*^'* "•'^^WStirkM op«.» CHICAeo July 26 I Twiii axiss I I July 26 I P9EILX. July 26 July 2ff Am. BcMity, Fancy and Special.. " Exiia No. I " LoMTcr grades BiMc, 'Mftid, Golden Gate, F. & S •' " Lower grades CUtomey, Fan. & Sp ** Lower grades Riciiinoad, Fancy & Special. ..... " Lower grades , Chatenay My Maryland Fcncy Ordinary MfSOBLLANEOUS Canteya« Liftes Liky ol the Valley Mignonette Sweet Peas Gardenias Asters Gladioli Smllax Aspamgus Plumosue, string « " & Spren. (loobcha.) 15.00 12 ee 8.00 5.00 5.00 3.00 5.00 3.00 5.00 3-00 3.00 4.00 1. 00 .50 35.00 to 2.00 2.00 .50 12 00 1. 00 4.00 10.00 40.00 15.00 20. oc 1500 10.00 8 00 6,00 4.00 8.00 4.00 S.oo 4.00 6.00 10.00 a.oo I 00 50.00 10.00 3.00 5.0c •75 23.00 2.00 6.00 •75 12.00 50.00 20.00 90.00 15.00 10. OO 5.00 4.00 3.00 6.00 3.00 6.00 3.00 3.00 to 25.00 to 20.00 to 15.00 to te.oo to 8.00 to 4.00 to so. 00 to 6.00 tn 8.00 to 6.00 to 6.00 I.OO .5« 40.00 10.00 3.00 2.00 •75 12.00 .75 10.00 30.00 30.00 2.50 I 00 50.00 13.50 4.00 4.00 x.flS 50,00 25.00 1.35 18. CO 50.00 50 00 15.09 S.oo 3.00 4.Q0 1.50 4.00 1. 00 3.00 2. 00 3.00 2.00 1.50 I oo 40.00 10.00 3.00 to to •35 6,00 I.OO 2.00 ■75 lO.CO 35-00 35.00 15 CO 10.00 +.00 5.00 3.00 5.00 3.00 5.00 3.00 5.00 3.00 3.00 50.00 12.00 3.00 I.OO •50 25.00 9.00 4.00 1.00 15.00 50.00 50.00 so.oo IS. 00 4.00 2.00 3.00 ■50 6.^0 .50 6.00 •50 .50 ■50 •75 .50 ;o.oo 8.00 t» 35.00 3.00 6.00 2.00 8.0* 4.o» 10.00 4.00 6.00 8.0* 40.00 lO.CO 3'— I.OO to 3.0* ■05 M .•0 8.00 to SO..S .40 to to 1.00 ■73 10.00 •5.00 ij«e i.»5 13.«. ja.aa ■S.to J.a.BUOL©NG 37-39 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. CUT FLOWERS Boses aod Oamations WHOLESALE GROWER of Henry M. Robinson J. Margolis Chas. Robinson HENRY M. ROBINSON & CO. WHOLESALE COMMISSION DEALERS IN CUT FLOWERS- FLORISTS' SUPPLIES AND HARDY CUT EVERGREENS 15 province st., 9 chapman place '-°"^26!I*.26?8'ma^n°"" boston, mass. FLORISTS' SUPPLIES Sond fof Mew GatBloguo H. Bayersdorfer & Co. 1129 ARCH ST., PHILADELPHIA. Prices Quoted in these Columns are for Dealers Only When Writine; to Advertisers Please Mention HORTICULTURE. July 31. 1909 HORTICULTURE 147 Flower Market Reports. Ordinary summer trade BOSTON conditions prevail in this market with possibly a moi'e tardy arrival than usual of the special demand peculiar to the vaca- tion season in the New England sea- side and mountain resorts. Newport has shown but little activity thus far and Bar Harbor has just begun to wake up and whether the season is to be a good one, florally, is not yet apparent. The only goods that sell as yet are Kaiserin, Carnot and Beau- ty roses in limited quantity. Other things move very slowly. Asters are already loaded up in unmanageable surplus, quality good for the season. Sweet peas have never been so fine but they are heavily overdone and tens of thousands of bunches are turned over to the street fakir at prices that mean the minus sign to the grower. Gladioli have not yet put in their ap- pearance here. The heavy supply that BUFFALO has been coming into this market for the past month has ceased, especially in the carnation line, and now there are hard- ly enough to be had to till the few small orders which are received. As- ters are improving daily; the three days' rain helped considerable but came rather late to help the early crop. Some excellent stock has been had but not enough at the right time. There has been no heavy demand for Beauties, though they are of good quality. Other roses were in fair sup- ply and sold readily. Sweet peas and lily of the valley were in better de- mand than in weeks previous. Plenty of greens of all kinds. No startling change has CHICAGO taken place in the mar- ket, yet there is a gen- eral tendency toward better business. Flowers are more in demand and with the coming of asters the poor quality of the carnations is not so much felt. Some very good asters are now coming in with stems averaging fourteen inches and an occasional bunch is seen much longer. Sweet peas are nothing extra and the demand is not heavy. During the past week there have beeti at least two days in which trade was lively enough to suit almost anyone, and it looks now as if the summer dull season would not be prolonged this year. Traveling salesmen bring in good reports from outside also. There are some INDIANAPOLIS few good roses on the market ; the demand is seasonable, no more. The supply of Beauties has decreased and the quality with most of the growers has retrograded. Carnations are giv- ing way to asters which have not yet arrived. Among the best flowers ob- tainable at the present time are Easter lilies and auratums, Shasta daisies, gladioli. Beauties and Killarney roses. Greens are quiet. There is enough of everything and no special activity in the demand. Our hearts are PHILADELPHIA light, our skies are sunny; tne deep cerulean of the heavens is as blue as the heavenliest blue ever; the fleecy whiteness of the transient clouds rivals the driven snow; and half our population is off on tip-toe with ribbons a-tlying to sniff for a week or two the balmy breezes and get that annual tun- ing up which is so conducive to sprightly service at desk or bench when the season starts in again in good earnest. May they all have a good time. The market ranks are very thin, indeed, but there are enough of the faithful left to fill the daily orders without undue ex- ertion. Business is about as good as could reasona- bly be expected for the season, and there is little change to be noted over the de- tails of our last week's report. Anything really good sells well. Early asters are now beginning to look like the real thing, and sweet peas have taken en a little spurt since the recent rains; but the hey-day of the outdoor crop is about over. Some excellent Kai- serin and Maryland roses are arriving. American Beauty is also good, clean stock, and very well colored. Lily of the valley supplies have been rather jumpy — plenty one day and not enough the next. The scarcity was especially pronounced towards the end of t'ne week. Lots of orchids around with only fair demand. The fancy grades Field Grown Carnation Plants On account of general scarcity caused by the dry weather we Q ■■ .^ advise early booking. Send to us "^Aiy*** for your requirements. We can furnish the very best the season affords. Lady Bountiful Enchantress Lawson Queen Louise Melody Variegated Lawson Robert Craig Afterglow Beacon White Enchantress White Perfection White Lawson $7.00 per 100 $60.00 per WOO President Seelye Red Sport Rose Pink Enchantress Genevieve Lord $6.00 per 100 Winona Winsor Splendor $8.00 per 100 $75.00 per WOO $50.00 per WOO Sarah HiU Harlowarden $12.00 per 100 Roosevelt Eldorado $4.00 per 100 Mrs. Patten Jessica $5.00 per 100 S. S. PENNOGK - MEEHAN GO. The TJ'o'if.in' Philadelphia 1608-1620 Lndlow Street Store closes 6 p. m. Washington Store, 1212 New York Ave. of gladiolus are scarce, but there are carloads of the ordinary. New Bedford reports trade as very dull for the past two weeks; very little doing with the exception of funeral work. Asters are now showing up in fine shape both out and indoors, and most of the carnations are being thrown out. {Continued on page 74(3) WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKETS.— to oaKkR^oNLv CmCVOTNATl July 26 DBinDrr July a6 BUPPAl^O July 26 PITTS BUK€ July 26 Roaes A».Beeuty Bride, Fan. and Sp. Extra No.i Lower grades Maid, Golden Gate, F. & S. •' " Low. gr KiiUraey, Fan. &Sp " Lower grades ■... Richmond, Fancy & Special. *' Lower grades.... Chatenay My Maryland CARNATIONS Fancy and Novelties. OrdkMry MtSCeULANBOUfi Oarttleyu Litkjs. Uly of the Valley Mignonette Sweet Peas Gardenias Asters Gladioli AdiaflHuin aaUax A¶gus PlumoaM, strings *• " & Sprcn. (100 bchs.) 15.00 to 8.00 to 4.00 to 3.00 4.00 3.00 6,00 300 4.00 33.00 10. CO 3.00 3.00 •35 ■ 75 4.00 :o.oo 40.00 ' SO.QO 35 ••o 30.00 13. 00 600 6.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 8.00 5.00 6.00 2.00 1.50 50.00 15,00 4.00 3.00 .50 1. 00 6. CO 1. 00 I a. 00 50,00 33.00 20.00 15.00 10.00 3-<» 4.00 3.oe 4.00 2.00 4.00 2.00 4.00 2.00 I. so 35.00 12. 5« 3.00 ■«5 10. oo 1. 00 15.00 30.00 30.00 to to to to to to to to to to to to 25.00 18.00 , 15.00 S.oo 6.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 4.00' 6.00 3.00 1.50 to 30.00 10.00 6x)o 2.00 to 6.00 to 2.00 to 6.00 to 2.00 10 6.00 to 3.00 to 1.50 1. 00 . to 50.00 15.00 4.00 ; 1. 00 I •5°: 30.00 1.50 30.00 50.00 50.00 40.00 8.00 3.00 2.00 .20 ao.oo .75 3.00 x.oo 40.00 35.00 25.00 15.00 10.00 6.00 8.00 4.00 8.00 6.00 8.CO 6.00 3.00 1.50 50.00 : 12.00 ' 4.00 I 3.00 j .30 ! 30.00 8.00 5.00 ' 1.50 15.00 50.00 50.00 30 00 15.00 8.00 2 00 a. CO 6.00 2.eo 4.00 35.« 18.00 i2.e« 4.O0 to 6.M 4.0* 8.*o to C.0O 6.00 .50 to 20.00 1. 00 2.00 50.00 la.50 4.«o I. CO ■50 25.00 s.oa 8.00 1.95 15.00 50.00 5».«« 148 HORTICULTURE, July 31, 1909 FORD BROTHERS 48 West 28th Street NEW YORK [it ItOSES, FlNCy CiiliS A Full Line of All CUT FLOWERS Telephone, 3870 or 3871 Madison Square H. E. FROMENT Wholesale Commission Florist, Choice Cut Flowers, 57 West 28th St. :: NEW YORK Telephones: 2200, 2201 , Madison Square. Alfred H. Langjahr All choice cut-flowers in season. Send for quotations. Correspondence with shippers of first-class stock invited. 55 West 28th Street, New York Telephonea 4626-4627 MadUoD Sqoare Edward C. Horan Wholesale Florist 55 WEST 28th ST. Tel. \lll M«ll8on Square NCW YOrfc PH ILIP F. KESSLER 55 & 5? W. 26th St., New York. CUT FLOWERS WHOLESALE Open from 5 a. m. to.6 p. m. Sunday till 10 a. m. FINEST LILIES IN THE MARKET. Tel. 5343 and 2921 Madison Square. JOHN YOUNG WHOLESALE FLORIST Finest American Beauties and Carnations 3 1 West 2a St. - NEW YORK FRANK MILLANG WholesalB FloHsi 55-57 West 26th St., NEW YORK Shipments, any quantity, Whole- sale Market Bates. Greater Neiv YorK Florists* Association, Inc. Now Open for Gut Flower Consignments 162 Livingston Street, BROOKLYN, N. Y. Geo. W. Crawbuck Telephone ConDection Manager 3642-43 Main Moore, Henfz & Nash Wholesale Commission Florists 55 and 57 West 26tli Street New York Telephone No. 756 MadUon Square MILLANG BROS. WHOLESALE COIVIIVIISSION FLORISTS 41 West 28th Street TeUphones I^^O „^j,g^^ j^g^ YORK JOHN I. RAYNOR. Wholesale Commission Florist \ SELLING AGENT FOR LARGEST GROWERS A full line of Choice Cut Flower Stock for all purposes. Comprises every variety grown for New Yorit marlcet, at current prices TEL. 1998 HADISON SQUARE 49 West 28th St., New York City Walter F. Sheridan Whole0€Ue Comm%ssityf% Dealer in CHOICE CUT FLOWERS 39 West 28th Strut, Hem Yerk Telephone : 3532-3533 Madison Squar* HEADQUARTERS FOR NOVELTIES ORCHIDS A SPECIALTY THK HIGHEST GRADE OP VALLEY ALWAYS ON HAND GARDEN IAS, DAIjBIES, ROSES AND CARNATIONS JAMES McMANUS, 7J9 w.dTa 42 W. 28th St.. New York NEW YORK QUOTATIONS PER 100. To Dealers Only ROSES AND CARNATIONS American Beauty, Fancy and Special Extra No. I •' •* Lower Grades Bride, Tlald, Golden Gate, Fancy and Special. " *' Lower Grades Killarney, Fancy and Special ' ' Lower Grades Richmond, Fancy and Special • ' Lower Grades Chatenay Hy Haryland Carnations, Fancy and Novelties. " Ordinary and White Last Hsif of We«k entling July 24 1909 lO.OO 5.00 3.00 •50 4.00 •50 3.00 ■ so 4.00 • SO ■50 .50 1. 00 • 50 to 15.00 to to Hrat Half of Ws«k> beginning July 26 1909 I Alexander J. Guttman THE WHOLESALE FLORIST OF NEW YORK 34 WEST 28tH STREET PHONES. 1004--I(>65 MADI.VON SOUAKIC ENOUGH SAID CENTRALLY LOCATED, THE HUB OF THE FLOWER MARKET SECTION CHARLES MILLANG Wholesale Florist 55 & 57 W. 26 St., NEW YORK Teleplione 7062 Madison GEORGE COTSONAS & GO. Wholesale and Retail Dealers In all kinds of E^ AT E^ i^ o le e: e: JVS Fancy and Dagger Ferns Bronze and Green Galax Main Store 50 MT. 28 St. Phone i2oa Mad. Sq. NCW Yofk WHOLESALE GROWERS' CUT FLOWER CO. T-Zr VIOLETS, CARNATIONS, ROSES ORCHIDS, CHRYSANTHEMUIVIS, LILIES Consignments So/ici)ed. Shipments to Order, anf Distance 39 West 28th Street, • "^'''f'J'iSl^MlTjr" NEW YORK Durand & Marohn MANUFACTURERS OF All Kinds of Wire Work Florists' Wire Designs a Specialty 24 Beaver St., ALBANY, N.Y. WILLIAM H. KUEBLER Brooklyn's Foremost and Best WHOLESALE COMMISSION HOUSE A First Class Market for all CUT FLOWERS 28 Willoughby St., Brooklyn, N. Y. Tel. 4591 M.-iiu July 31, 1909 HORTICULTURE 149- H!^- NOTICE! WHOLESALE FLORISTS Manhattan Flower Market ^^^^isj^ Ship us some stock. We need a large supply of all kinds of flowers, Roses, Carnations, Sweet Peas, Narcissus, Summer Stock, etc., lor our new store. Reliability and responsibility first-class. Good prices and prompt returns, Good opportunity. wholesalTTlorIsts 54 West 28th St. NEW YORK Teleohone 3559 Madison Sq. A. L. YOUNG & CO. RECEIVERS & SHIP- PERS OF CUT FLOWERS. CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED. R££D (SL KKLLKR 123 W«st 2ftb St., New York Florists' Supplies We manufacture all our letal DeslgDS, Baskets, Wire Work & Novelties and are dealers in MaiBwire Decorative Greens and Florists' Requisites MICHIGAN CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE, Inc. WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS Conilgrnments Solicited Bmrdy Fancy Fern Our Specialty 38-40 BROADWAY, DETROIT. MICH. FOR FLORISTS' USE There* NOTH ING "*K0°<*"« MEYER'S SILKALINE Don't let tbem tell you anythliiK el«e JOHN CHEYER & CO., Boston.riass. KRIGK'S FLORIST NOVELTIES Manufacturer and Patentee of the Per- fect Adjustable Pot Handle or Hanger, Perfect Adjustable Plant Stands and the I 'riginal Genuine Immortelle Let- ters, etc. Eyery Letter Marked. 1164-66 Greene Av., Brooklyn, N. Y. For Sale by all Supply Houses Wired Tootlipicl(S Manutactured by W. J. COWEE, BERLIN, N. Y. liV°oo-"-*1.75; 30,000 $7.50. Sample tek For aale by dealers FLOWER MARKET REPORTS. (Continued /rout page tis) The market is very NEW YORK quiet. Roses are in lighter supply with the exception of Beauties, which are very plentiful on some days and prices fluctuate considerably. Carnation ship- ments are light. The price of lilies has advanced In consequence of a re- duced cut. There are plenty of lily of the valley, orchids and gardenias for the demand. Asters are plentiful bui not of very good quality. The usual summer crop of gladioli is coming in and prices rule low. The reiiuirements of the best stores are easily satisfied, for they carry little stock. Toledo, O. — A severe hail storm on July 15 did serious damage to gar- dens and glass. Ernest Glauser, Chas. Counter, E. A. Kuhnke, G. X. Keller were among the florists who lost heavily. WILLIAM F.KASTING CO. WHOLESALE FLORISTS 383-387 Ellicott Street BUFFALO, - N. Y. ROBERT J. DYSART Public Accountant and Auditor simple method! of correct accoantlog eapeclallj adapted for florlata' aa«. Books Balanced and Adjusted Morcbanta Bank BuUdloc 28 STATE STREET, - BOSTON Talephon*. Mala Sa. BUY BOSTON FLOWERS N. F. MCCARTHY & CO., 84 Hawley St. BOSTON'S BEST HOUSE I 1887 I ESTABLISHED | I909 [ KEEPING OPEN HOUSE THIS SUMMER TO RECEIVE CONSIGNMENTS OF .\LL CUT FLOWERS IN SEASON TOP PRICE AND PROMPT RETURNS 106 W. 28th St., N.Y. Tml. lei Mmdlmon Sq. OpenOA. M. Daily. NEW YORK QUOTATIONS PER 100. To Dealers Only J. K. ALLEN IMI8CELLANE0U8 CattloyM UHaa Uly of the Valley Asters Gladioli Sweet Peas (per loo bunches) aardeniaa Adlantinn SaHKx Asparagus Plumosus, strings '* " & Sptcci. (loo bete) ■ • LiitH ilf tf Weak •ndl«CJuly24 | 1909 15.00 to 25.00 3.00 to 5.00 x.oo te 3.0O I. CO to J. 00 x.oo to 3.00 1. 00 to 4.C0 S.oo to •5.00 ■50 to .75 8.00 to 13. 00 20.eo to 30.00 ■ S.oe to if.tc First Half •( Walk kaflss 1909 aly2& so.oo to 25.»<> 4.00 u 6.ee 1,00 10 !.•• L.«0 to 3.00 I.0« to 3.00 X.OO to ♦ •00 5.00 to 25.00 •50 to ■ 75 6.00 ao.oo 10.00 30.1 •5.< DETROIT NOTES. Chas. H. Plumb's new range of houses will almost double his capacity. Robert Watson is erecting a new office and refrigerator at his place on Townsend avenue. John Breitmeyer's Sons' two n'ew houses, each 50 x 250, have been planted with Beauties. A good deal of convention talk is being heard. Undoubtedly a large con- tingent from this city will appear there. J. F. Sullivan liad a narrow es- cupe from being burned out. Fire started Sunaay afternoon in tho third story of the building in which his store is located. Fortunately, only the two upper stories were gutted and Sullivan's damage was very slight, mostly from water. DETROIT FLORIST CLUB. M. Bloy gave a very interesting talk at the last meeting describing his first year's experience among us. As he was guilty of the crime of holding a 5c. plant sale at his establishment he was closely interrogated on that score. The discussion which followed estab- lished the interesting tact that a cheap- plant sale haa its good purpose in a large city. It may cause some little annoyance to snow the customer the difference, but there are many among us who are anxious to plant flowers but cannot afford the big price. On the other hand, those who- buy cheap' plants solely because they are penuri- ous will have a lesson taught them which will benefit the trade. FRANK DANZER. John T. Withers, Jersey City, N. J., is making an extended western tour which will include the convention of the park superintendents at Seattle and of the S. A. F. at Cincinnati. Manchester, Mass. — Mrs. W. Scott Fitz is having her greenhouses on School street moved to her estate on the neck where they will be again set: up. €50 HORTICULTURE July 31, 1909 Buyer's Directory and Ready Reference Guide Advertisements under this head, one cent a word. Initials count as words. Display advertisers in this issue are also listed under this classification without charge. Reference to List of Advertisers will indicate the respective pages. Buyers failing to find what they want in this list will confer a favor by writing us and we will try to put them in communication with reliable dealers. AOOOUITTAHT R. J. Dysart, 28 State St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. ADIANTUMS ■Godfrey Aschmann, 1012 West Ontario St., Phlladelpbia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. ARAUCARIAS A. Leuthy & Co., Perkins St. Nurseries, Rosllndale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Godfrey Aschmann, 1012 West Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. ASPARAGUS J. H. Dann & Son, Westfleld, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. O. V. Zangen, Ploboken, N. J. Asparagus Plumosus Nanus. For page see List of Advertisers. ASTERS. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. BAMBOO OANES Yokohama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay Street, New York. Bamboo Sticks, Colored Green. For page see List of Advertisers. BAT TKEBB. 2000 Bay and Box Trees In all sizes. Pyramid and Standards. Write for list. Julius Roehrs. Rutherford, N. J. BEDDINO FI.ANTS A. Leuthy & Co., Perkins St. NurMcles, Rosllndale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Q. Ascbmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., Phila- delphia. Pa. Foe page see List of Advertisers. F. R. Plerson Co., Tarrytown-on-Hudson, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. A. N. Plerson, Inc., Cromwell, Conn. For page see List of Advertisers. BEGONIAS Godfrey Aschmann. 1012 West Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Thomas Roland, Nahant, Mass. Begonia Glolre De Lorraine. For page see List of Advertisers. J. H. Dann & Son, Westfleld, N. Y. Begonia Rex. For page see List of Advertisers. "Begonia Glolre dt Lorraine," strong stuff ready for 4 Inch pots, $15.00 per 100, $140.00 per 1000; extra large plants from 4 Inch pots, $35.00 per 100. New Begonia "Pres. Taft," strong plants, $25.00 per 100; extra large plants from 4 Inch pots, $50.00 per 100. All propagated from leaf cuttings. Cash with order from unknown corre- spondents. J. A. Peterson, McHenry Ave., Westwood, Cincinnati, O. BOILERS The W. W. Castle Co., 170 Summer St, Boston. BOTLEKS. "Burnham" Boilers made for greenhouse heating. Lord & Burnham, 1133 Broadway, N. Y. Kroeschell Bros. Co., 35 Erie St., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. BOOKS Pronunciation of Plant Names, sent for .511 cents, postpaid, by HORTICULTURE PDB. CO., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. BOXIVOOD TREES New England Nurseries, Inc., Bedford, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. The F. K. Plerson Co., Tarrytown-on- Hudson, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. BUirDING TOATERIAI. BUILDING MATERIAL of all descrip- tion for All Cypress, Semi-Iron. Iron Frame or Truss Houses. Hot Bed Sash and Frames. Lord & Burnham Co., 1133 Broad- way, N. Y. BTTISS ANB TUBERS Joseph Breek & Sons, 47-54 N. Market St., Boston. Dutch and French Bulbs. For page see List of Advertisers. J. M. Ihornburn & Co., 33 Barclay St, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. A. T. Boddlngton, 342 W. 14th St., N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Rlckards Bros., .S7 East 19th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. n. F. MIchell Co., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. T. J. Grey & Co., 32 and 33 So. Market St, Boston. LlUum Longltlorum GIganteum. For page see List of ■kdvertlsera Yokohama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Ralph M. Ward & Co., 12 W. Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Schlegel & Fottler Co., 26 & 27 S. Market St., Boston. French and Dutch Bulbs. For page see List of Advertisers. A. Mlttlug Calla Lily Bulb Co., SantA Cruz, Calif. Calla Bulbs. CAIA.DIUMS F. R. Plerson Co., Tarrytown-on-Hudson, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. OAITNAS The F. R. Plerson Co., Tarrytown-on- Hudson, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. J. B. Dann & Son, WestOeld, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. CARNATIONS F. Dorner & Sons Co., Lafayette, Ind. Carnations for Immediate Delivery. For page see List of Advertisers. Chicago Carnation Co., Jollet, 111. Mary Tolman. For page see List of Advertisers. The E. G. mil Co., Richmond, Ind. Carnation Cuttings. For page see List of Advertisers. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, III. For page see List of Advertisers. S. S. Pennock Meehan Co., Philadelphia. Field Grown Carnation Plants. For page see List of Advertisers. CARNATIONS — Continued S. J. Reuter & Son, Westerly, R. I. Field Grown Carnations. For page see List of Advertisers. I. M. Raynor, Greeuport, L. I., N. Y. Field Grown Carnations. For page see List of Advertisers. OHRTSANTEEMITMS B>. G. HUl Co., Blchmond, Ind. For page see List of Advertlsem. C. H. Totty, Madison, N. J. For page see List of Advertlsea. Wood Bros., FIshkUl, N. Y. Chrysanthemums Rooted Cuttings. For page see List of Advertisers. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, IIL For page see List of Advertisers. Elmer D. amitn & Co., Adrian, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. Herrlngton's book on the Chrysanthe- mum mailed to your address for 50c., by Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. COTEUS A. Leuthy & Co., Perkins St Nurseries. Rosllndale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. OONTFERS John Waterer & Sons, Ltd., American Nursery, Bagsbot, Eng. For page see List of Advertisers. CROTONS The F. R. Plerson Co., Tarrytown-on- Hudson, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. OUT FLO WEB BOXES. Edwards Folding Box Co., PhlladelphU. For page see List of Advertisers. Folding cut flower boxes, the best mad*. Write for list. Holton & Hnnkel Co., Mil- waukee, Wis. Peacock Dahlia Farms, WllUamstown Junc- tion, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. WUmore's Dahlia Manual will be mailed for twenty-flve cents by HORTICDLTDBH PUBLISHING COMPANY, 11 Hamllteo Place, Boston. DECORATIVE PIANT8 A. Leuthy & Co., Perkins St., Nurseries, Rosllndale, Mass. Imported Plants for Fall Delivery. For page see List of Advertisers. Godfrey Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. The Geo. WIttbold Co., 1657 Buckingham Place, Chicago, 111. For page see List of Advertisers. Robert Craig Co., Market and 49th Sts., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Stuart Low & Co., Bush Hill Park, Enfleld, Middlesex, Eng. John Scott, Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. ELECTRIC CIRCULATORS The W. W. Castle Co., 170 Summer St., Boston. For List of Advertisers See Page 155 July 31, 1909 HORTICULTURi: 151 EVESOBEENS New England Nurseries, Bedford, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. FERNS ~ A. Lentby & Co., Roslindale, Mass. For page see List of Adyertlsers. H. H. Barrows & Son, Whitman, Mass. Nephroclepls Magniflca. For page see List of Advertisers. John Scott, Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Frank Oechslin, 2o70-2606 W. Adams St., Chicago. Ferns for Dishes. For page see List of Advertisers. The Geo. Wlttbold Co., 1657 Buckingham Place, Chicago, 111. For page see List of Advertisers. Godfrey Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. Jardiniere Ferns, 6-7 best varieties, ^.80 per 100; $30.00 per 1000. Rose Hill Nurse- ries, New Rochilie, N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Anderson's ferns for In and outdoors. Largest commercial collection in the coun- try. Ask for descriptive catalogue. J. F. Anderson, Fern Specialist, Short Hills, N. J. tlorai Photographs Bowery, New York. FLORISTS' I^TTERB. Boston Florist Letter Co., 66 Pearl St., Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. yr. C. Krick, 1161-66 Greene Ave., Brook- lyn, N. Y. Immortelle Letters. For page see List of Advertisers. FLORISTS BTTPFLIES N. F. McCarthy & Co., 84 Hawley St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. H. H. Robinson & Co., 15 Province St. and 9 Chapman Place, Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Bced & Keller, 122 W. 25th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. II. Bayersdorfer & Co., 1129 Arch St., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. 6. S. Pemock-Meehan Co., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisera. FLOWER FOTS W. H. Ernest, 2Sth and M Sts., Washington, D. C. For page see List of Advertisers. A. H. Hews & Co., Cambridge, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Hilfinger Bros.. Ft. Edward. N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. The Peters & Reed Pottery Co., Red Pots, Seed Pans, etc. Zanesville, O. We make Standard Flower Pots, etc Write us when in need. Wilraer Cope & Bro. Lincoln University, Chester Co., Pa. Syracuse Pottery Co., Syracuse, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. FRUIT TREES Dwarf Fruit Trees, by F. A. Wangh, mailed to your address for 55 cents DJ Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. FERTILIZERS Pulverized Manure Co., 31 Union Stock Yards, Chicago, 111. Wizard Brand Sheep and Shredded Cattle Manure. For page see last of Advertisers. Bowker Fertilizer Co., Boston, Mass. All Forms of I'lant I'ood at First Hands. For page see List of Advertisers. FLORAL PHOTOGRAPHS Foley's, 226-228 1-2 OALAX Michigan Cut Flower Co., 38 and 40 Broad way, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. George Cotsonas & Co., 50 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Rice Bros.. ll.V N. Cth St.. Minneapolis^ Minn. For page see List of Advertisers. GARDEN HOSE Revere Rubber Co., Boston, Mass. For pagj see List of Advertisers. GERANIUMS R. Vince.it, Jr. & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. For page see List of Advertisers. Godfrey Aschmann, Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. F. R. Pierson Co., Tarrytown-on-Hndson, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. GLASS Boston Plate & Window Glass C»., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Standard Plate Glass Co., 26-30 Sudbury St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co.. Western Ave.. betweCB 25th & 26th Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Sharp, Partridge & Co., 22d & Lumber Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Parshelsky Bros., Inc., 59 Montrose Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Metropolitan Material Co., 1.S92-1402 Metto- politan Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. Greenhouse glass, lowest prices. John- ston ^Jlass Co^, Hartford City, Ind. Glass. High Grade, Double Thick Green- house Glass. Lord & Bumham, 1133 Broad- way, N. Y. GLAZING POINTS H. A. Dreer, Philadelphia. Pa. Peerless Glazing Point. For page see List of Advertisers. GliAZING POINTS, Lord & Bnrnham. Si.eclai Glazing Nails (Points). Lord * JBnrnham, 1133 Broadway, N. Y. GREENHOUSE BUILDING RIAL Lord & Bumham Co., 1133 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Pierson U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. A. T. Stearns Lumber Co., Neponset, Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. King Construction Co., N. Tonawanda, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Hltchings & Co., 1170 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. J. C. Monlnger Co., 117 East Blackhawk St., Chicago, III. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., between 25th & 26th Sts.. Chicago. Pecky Cypress for Benches. For page see List of Advertisers. P. Jacobs & Sons. 1359-63 Flushing Are., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. GREENHOUSE CONSTRUCllON GUKENIIOUSE CONSTRUCTION, Semi- Iron Greenhouse, New Truss Houses and Iron Frame Houses. Lord & Bumham, 1133 Broadway, N. Y. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., between 2oth & 26th Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Hitohlngs & Co., il70 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. GREENHOUSE HOSE Revere Rubber Co., Boston, Mass. Revero Hose. For page see List of Advertisers. GUTTERS GUTTERS, Cast Iron Gutters, L. & B. Improved V Shaped Gutter with drip gut- ter attachment. Lord & Burnham, 113S Broadway, N. Y. HAIL INSURANCE Florists' Hall Asso. of America. J. G. Esler, Saddle River. N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. HARDY FERNS, MOSS AND GREENS H. M. Itobinson & Co., 15 Province St. and 9 Chapman Place, Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, 38 and -lO Broadway, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. George Cotsouas & Co., 50 W. 28th Bt, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Rice Bros., 115 N. 6th St., Minneapolis, Minn. For page see List of Advertisers. HEATING APPARATUS Lord & Burnham Co., 1133 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Pierson U-Bar Co., 1 Aladlson Sq., N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Kroeschell Bros. Co., 35 Erie St., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. HELP FURNISHED Thos. H. Bambrlck, 34 So. 7tb St., Pblla. For page see List of Advertisers. HERBACEOUS PERENNIALS P. Ouwerkerk, P. O. No. 1, Hoboken, N. 1. For page see List of Advertisers. New England Nurseries, Bedford, Mais. For page see List of Advertisers. The Geo. Wlttl.old Co., 16.'>7 Buckingham Place. Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. HOT-BED SASH The A. T. Steams Lumber Co., Neponset, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Pierson U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Lord & Burnham Co., 1133 Broadway, N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., betwee* 2.'5th & 26th Sts., Chicago. HTDRANGEAS. The F. R. Pierson Co., Tarrytown-OB- Hudson. N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. American Everbioomlng Hydrangea (H. Arborescens Grandiflora alba), heavy two- year plants for agents' use. Peonia Fes- tlva Maxima -and Queen Victoria, low per 1000. One hundred other choice varieties of Peonias at low prices. The E. Y. Teas Co., Centerville, Ind. INSECTICIDES. Nleoticide kills all greenhouse pests. P. R. Palethorpe Co., Eleventh St., Owensboro, Ky. For page see List of Advertisers. Stumpp & Walter Co., 50 Barclay St., New York. Kllmdead Tobacco Dust. For page see List of Advertisers. Bowker Insecticide Co., Boston, Mass. Insect Destroying Preparations. For page see List of Advertisers. In writing to Advertisers icindly mention Horticulture 162 HORTICULTURE Jaly 31, 1909 INSECTICIDES — Continued Phila. Insecticide Co., 6117 Main St., GermantowD, Pa. Pullman's Insect and Worm Destroyer: Nicotine. For page see TAst of Adyertlsers. Eastern Chemical Co., Pittsburg St., Boston. "IMI"' Soap Spray. For page see List of Advertisers. "Ihe Fumigating Kind Tobacco Pow- der"— The first on the market and the kind that has so many Imitators, has our guar- antee tag of satisfaction or money back, and "The Moon Trade Mark" on every bag. 13.00 per 100 lbs. The H. A. Stoothott Co., Uonnt Vernon, N. Y., makers and sellers. JAPANESE PLANTS Yokohama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. KEHTIAS Godfrey Aschmann, 10J2 W. Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. A. Leuthy & Co.. Eosllndale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. .Tos. Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. Home-Grown, Established Plants. For page see List of Advertisers. O. V. Zangen. Hoboken, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. I.II.T OF THE VAXLEY PIPS HJalmar Hartmann & Co., Langangstraed* 20, Copenhagen, Denmark. For page see List of Advertisers. BfASTICA F. O. Pierce Co., 12 W. Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. MINIATURE CACTI Cobweb plauts, an interesting plant put op In attractive form. 1-in. pots, $5.00 per 100. Cash. W. H. Ritti-r, Cacti and Minia- ture Plants, 825 N. 28th St., Philadelphia, Pa. MOON VINES Godfrey Aschmann, Philadelphia. Pa, For page see List of Advertisers. 'MUM CANES Wm. Elliott & Sons, 42 Vesey St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. MUSAS The F. R. Plerson Co., Tarrytown-on- Hudson, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. NARCISSUS A. .Mittlng Calla Lily Bulb Co., Santa Cruz. Calif. Narcissus Alba Grandlflora. NICO-FDME Kentucky Tobacco Product Co., Louisville, Ky. For page see List of Advertisers. NURSERY STOCK John Waterer'S- Sons, Ltd., American Nursery, Bagshot, England. For page see List of Advertisers. P. Ouwerkerk, 216 .Jane St., Weehawken Heights. N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. New England Nurseries, Inc., Bedford, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. W. & T. Smith Co., Geneva, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. _ Manual of the Trees of North America, by C. S. Sargent, mailed to vour address for $6.00. by Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. TUBES, SHRUBS, ROSES, EVER- GREENS, PEONIES. HARDY PLANTS BLLWANGER & BARRY, Rochester, N. Y. ONION SETS Leonard Seed Co., Chicago. III. For page see List of Advertisers. ORCHID PIiANTS Lager & Hurrell, Summit, N. J. Fresh Imported and Established Orchids. For page see List of Advertisers. Sander, St. Albans, England. Importers. Exporters. Growers, Hybridists. For page see List of Advertisers. Carrlllo & Baldwin, Secaucus, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Ordonez Bros., Madison, N. J., Box 105. Cattleya Mosslae. For page see List of Advertisers. Stuart Low & Co., Bush Hill ParkTEnfleld, Middlesex, Eng. Largest stock in the country. Ask for prices. Julius Roehrs, Rutherford, . N. J. Native Orchids. Hugo Kind, Hammon- ton, N. .T. Orchid Growers' Manyal. By B. S. Wil- liams. 300 illustrations, 800 pages; descrip- tions of upwards of 2500 species and varie- ties of orchidaceous plants, etc. The most complete work on Orchids and orchid cul- ture ever published. Price. $10.00. Orders flllcd by HORTICULTURE, 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. PAINT AND PUT7T PAINT AND PUTTY: Ideal Greenhouse Lead: Special Greenhouse Putty. Lord & Bumham, 11.33 Broadway. N. Y. A. Leuthy 4: Co., Perkins St. Nurseries, Roslladale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Robert Craig Co., Market and 49th Sts., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Heacock Co.. Wyncote, Pa. Home-Growu Palms. For page_see_Llst of Advertjsers. Geo. Wlttbold Co., 16.57 BnckinghanTPIac*, Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. O. V. Zangen, Hoboken, nT~3. For page see List of Advertisers. John Scott. Brooklyn. N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. PANSY SEED John Gerard, New Britain, Conn. Giant Pansy Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. A. r. Boddlngton, 342 W. 14th St., New York. Giant Pansles. _ For page see I,lst of Advertisers. Th"!^ best Giant Pansy seed. Send for leaflet. Chas. Frost, Kenllworth, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. PATENTS Slggers & Slggers. Washington, D. C. For page see List of Advertisers. PEAT Orchid Peat and Moss always on hand. Julius Roehrs Co.. Rutherford, N. J. PEONIES Gilbert H. Wild, Sarcoxle, Mo. For page see List of Advertisers. Peonies — The best French collections. List of new varieties now ready. Cata- logues free. Dessert, Peony Specialist, Chenonceaux, France. Peonies only, by the wholesale — best 100 varieties. J. F. Rosonfleld, Westpolnt, Nebr. PHOTOGRAPHS: DESIGNING: II.- I.1JSTRATINO Geo. E. Dow, 178 Washington St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. PIPE AND XTTrnras Foley Mfg. Co., between Western Ave. and 26th St., Chicago, III. Kroeschell Bros. Co., 35 Erie St., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Albert & Davidson. 6R-70 Troutman St., Brooklya, N. Y. Pipes and Boiler Tubes. For page see List of Advertisers. PIPE AND FITTINGS. Cast Iron and Wrought Pipe, Valves, Elbows, Pipe Hooks, Automatic Air Headers, etc. Lord & Barn- ham, 1133 Broadway, N. Y. PIPE AND FITTINGS — Continued Metropolitan Material Co., 1392-1402 Met- ropolitan Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. PLANT STAKES Seele's Tleless Plant Stakes and Trel- lises. H. D. Seele & Sons, Elkhart, Ind. POT HANGERS Pot hangers, Kramer's. $i doz. by exp., SI. 25 by mall. I. N. Kramer & Son, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. PRIMULAS F. Oeschlin, 2572 W, AdanLS St,, Chicago, 111. Primroses Obc(;>ni<:-a aud Chinensis. For page see List of Advertisers. Primula chinensis, 9 colors mixed, 2 inch. 2c.; Obconica Eoosderter, Lattmanna Hybrids. 10 colors mixed, 2 inch 2c.; Ob- conica gigantea, mixed, 2 inch 2^c. J. li. Schiller, 929 Prouty Ave., Toledo, O. RHODODENDRONS John Waterer & Sons, Ltd., American Nursery, Bagshot, England. For page see List of Advertisers. P. Ouwerkerk, Hoboken, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. B08ES Robert Craig Co., Market and 49th Sta.. Philadelphia, Pa. For page aee List of Advertlaara. P. Gawerkerk, P. O. No. 1, Hoboken, N. J. For pcge see List of Advertlserg. Tbe F. B. Plerson Co., Tarr7town-on-Hud»on, N. Y. White Klllarney. For page aee List of Advertlaara. DIbgee ft Conard Co., West Grove, Pa. For page aee Llat of Advertisers. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Qrove, IlL For page see List of Advertlsera. A. N. Plerson, Cromwell, Conn. Wblte Klllarney, My Maryland, Ramblan, For page see List of Advertisers. W. & T. Smith Co., Geneva, N. Y. American Grown Roses. For page see List of Advertisers. S. J. Reuter & Son, Westerly, K. I. Own Root Roses. For page see List of Advertisers. The Rose, by H. B. Ellwanger; mailed for $1.30 by Horticulture, 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. Hand Book of Cultural Notes on Rose* Under Glass, by P. P. Brigham, mailed to your address for 25c,, by Horticulture Pub- lishing Co.. 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. RUBBER PLANTS F. I;. Plerson Co.. Tarrytownon-HudsoD, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. SEED GROIVERS HJalmar Hartmann & Co. Cauliflower and Cabbage Seed. Langangstraede 20, Copenhagen, Denmark. For page see List of Advertisers. Federlco cr~Varela^Tenerltfer^anary Ida. Bermuda Onion Seed^ Francis Brill, Hempstead, L. I., N. Y. Choice Vegetable Seeds. SEEDS T. J. Grey Co., 32 So. Market St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Kreck & Sons, 51 aud R2 N. Market St., Boston, Masa. For pgge see List of Advertisers. W. Atlee Burpee \- Co., Philadelphia. For page see List of -Advertisers. Arthur T. Boddlngton, .342 W. 14th St., New York. Giant Pansy Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. HJalmar Hartmann & Co.. Langangstraede 20, Copenhagen, Denmark. Cauliflower and Cabbage Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. Rlckards Bros., 37 B. 19th St., New York. For page tee List of Advertisers. For List of Advertisers See Page 155 July 31, 1909 HORTICULTURE 153 S££DS — Continaed R. & }. i'ariiuUar & Co., 6-7 So. Market St., IJoston. Mignonette Seed. Fur page see List of AdvortUers. H. F. Mieliell Co., 1018 Mnrket St., Phlla. Primula Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. J. M. Thorburn & Co., 33 Barclay St., N. X. For^page see List of Advertisers. Leonard Seed Co., Chicago, III. Beans. Peas, Sweet Corn, Onion. For page see List of Advertisers. Scblegel i; Fottler Co.. 26 & 27 So. Market St.. Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. E. F. Wlnter.son Co., Chicago. Seeds tor I'lantsmen, Nui-serymen, Seeds- men. For page see List of Advertisers. A. C. Zvolnnek, Bound Brook, N. J. Winter Flowering Sweet Peas. For page see List of Advertisers. Francis Brill, Hempstead, L. I., N. T. Choi.i-e Vegetable Seeds. SHRUBS The George Wlttbold Co.. 1657 Buckingham Plafe, Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. STT.KAT.TNE John C. Meyer & Co., Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers S. A. F. TRADE EXHIBIT "Wm. Murphy, Siipt., 311 Main St., Cincin- nati, O. For page see List of Advertisers. SMXLAX Smllax, strong, S^-in,, $1.50 per 100; $10.00 per 1000. Cash, please. Ready after Jnly 24. Wm. Livesey, 6 McCabe St., New Bedford, Mass. SFHAGNUM MOSS Live Sphagnum moss, orchid peat and orchid baskets always on hand. Lager & Hurrell, Summit, N. J. SPRATERS Chas. J. Jager Co.. Boston. Deming Spray Pump. For page see List of Advertisers. E. H. Hunt, 76-78 Wabash Av.. Chicago, III. New Chicago Sprayer. For page see List of Advertisers. S-WEET PEAS A. C. Zvolanek. Bound Brook, N. J. Winter Flowering. For page see List of Advertisers. TRAINED FRUIT TREES i5tuart Low & Co.. Bush Hill Park, Enfield, Middlesex, Bug. VEGETABI^ PI^NTS R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. For page see List of Advertlaers. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Celeiy Plants— White Plume. Golden 5elf Blanching, Giant Pascal, Giant Golden Heart, Evan's Triumph, $1.00 per thousand. Jacob De Wltte, Box 717. Kalamazoo, Mich. VEHTILATINO APPABATTTS Plerson U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., between 2.'ith A- 26th Sts., Chicago. The Advance Co., Richmond, Ind. For page see List of Advertisers. Quaker City Machine Co., Richmond, lod. 20th Century Ventilating Arm, For page see List of Advertisers. VENTILATING MACHINERY, New Model encased, self-olliug gear; Standard Model Open Gear. Lord & Bnrnham, 1133 ■Broadway, N Y. VIOLETS. William Sim, Cllftondale, Mais. Boston and Princess of Wales Violets. For page see List of Advertisers. 'WIRED TOOTHPICKS W. J. Cowee, Berlin, N. Y. For page see-^Llst of Advertisers; WIBEIVORK Reed & Keller, 122 W. 2oth St., N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Dnraud & Marohn, Albany, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. WIrework. Write for our catalogue. Bolton & Hunkel Co., Milwaukee, Wis. William E. Heilscher's Wire Works, 38-tO Broadway. Detroit, Mich. WIrework -Compare our prices wltli others. Scranton Florist Supply Co., 2U1 N. 7th St., Scranton, Pa. AVHOLESAI.E FLORISTS Bastsm N. F McCarthy A Co., 84 Hawley St., Boston. For page sae List of Advertisers. H. M. Robinson & Co., 15 Province St and 9 Chapman Pi., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Welch Bros., 226 Devonshire St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Tailby, Wellesley, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Buffalo. N. Y. WllUam F. Kastlng Co., 383-87 Elllcott St., Buffalo. N. V. For page see List of Advertisers. Obleaco Chas. W. McKeller, 51 Wabash Ave., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Peter Reinberg, 51 Wabash Ave., Chtcaso. For page see List of Advertisers. E. F. Wluterson Co., 45-49 Wabash Ave., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. J. A. Bndloiig, 37-39 Randolph St., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Foehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, IIL For page see List of Advertisers. Cronnrell, Conn. A. N. Plerson, Cromwell, Conn. For page see List of Advertisers. Detroit Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, 38 and 40 Broadway, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. Minneapolis Rice Bros., 115 N. 6th St., Minneapolis .Minn. For page see List of Advertisers. Kew Tork Ford Bros., 48 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. H. E. Froment, 67 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Alex. J. Guttman, 34 W. 2Stb St., N*« York. For page see List of Advertisers. E. C. Horan. 55 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. A. H. Langjahr, 55 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. James McManus, 42 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. John I. Rayiuir, 49 W. 28th St., New tork. For page see List of Advertisers. W. F. Sheridan, 39 W. 2Sth St.. New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Moore, Hentz & Nash, 55 and 57 W. 2<5th St.. New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Wm. H. Kuebler, 28 WlUoughbv St., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. V^HOLESALE FI.ORISTS- Now Yorli — Continued Mlllang Bros., 41 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. John Young, 51 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Greater New York Florists' Association^ 162 Livingston St., Brooklyn, N. Y For page see List of Advertisers. Frank Mlllang, 55-57 W. 26th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Philip f: For Kcssler, 55 & 57 W. 26th SL, New York, page see List of Advertisers. A. L. Young & Co., 54 W. 28th St., N. T For page see List of Advertisers. Growers' Cut Flower Co., 39 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. J. K. Allei, 106 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Charles Mlllang, 55 and 57 West 26th St., New York, For page see List of Advertisers. Manhattan Flower Market, 46 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Philadelphia W. E. McKlsslck & Bros., 1619-1621 Han- stead St., PhUadeiphla, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Leo Nlessen Co., 1209 Arch St., Philadel- phla. Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. The S. S. Pennock-Meehan Co.. 1606-18 Ludlow St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. New Offers in This Issue. CANNAS: DAHLIAS. R. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. For page see List of Advertisers. CHRYSANTHEMUM MANUAL. Elmer D. Smith & Co., Adrian, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. C. LABIATA: BIGIBBUM ARRIVED. Ordonez Brcs.. 41 M'. 28th St., New York; Madison, N. J. For page sec List of Advertisers. FIG ORCHARDS: ORANGE GROVES. E. C. Robertson, .501 Kiam Bldg.. Hous- ton, Tex. For page see List of Advertisers. GIANT PRIZE PANSY SEED. H. F. Michell Co.. Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. MARIE LOUISE VIOLETS. Valentin Burgeviu's Sons. Kingston, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING. Fl.. lists' Hail Association, John G. Esler, Sec'y.. Saddle River, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. ROSE GROWER WANTED. The E. G. Hill I'o.. Rifhmoiid. Ind. For page see List of Advertisers. S. A. F. CONVENTION ACCOMMO- DATIONS. P.uruet House. Cincinnati. O. For page see List of Advertisers. ADVERTISERS' IDEAL 5. A, F. Convention Number to be Issued August 14. Order space now— It pays lo be forehasdeij In writing to Advertisers iclndly mention Horticulture 154 tl O R T 1 C • ) L T U R t- July 31, 190» r^oic 99 HEWS STANDARD POTS WORLDS LARGEST MANUFACTURERS} POT MAKERS FOR 140 YEARS Pearson Street, LONG ISLAND CITY, N. Y. WRfTE FOR CATALOGUE AND DISCOUNTS A. H. HEWS & CO., Inc. CAMBRIDGE, MASS. 452-460 No. Branch St. CHICAGO, ILL. Obituary, Thomas C. Thurlow. Thomas Chase Thurlow, widely known as a nurseryman, passed away at his homo ^n West Newbury, Mass., on Wedn3sday afternoon, July 21. Mr. Thurlow had been confined to his room for about a month and although he c'lid not have to take to his bed until last Sunday, he had been grow- ing weaker everyday, suffering from his old afflction. asthma, which finally caused his death. T. C. Thurlow was born in West Thomas C. Thuklow Newbury, Dec. 30, 1832. His father was a nurseryman, and after traveling in the west for a year. Mr. Thurlow, in 1858, enlarged the nursery wh'ch his father had established and started another nearbv. He wag married in 1879 to Mrs. S. K H. Dean, who, with three sons and one daughter, s'lrvives him. During the last few years Mr. Thurlow's sons have been associated with him in business He was a mem- ber of the Massachusetts Horticultural Society, American Porao'ojical So- ciety and American Peony Society. At the exhibitions in Boston the products of Cherry Hill Nurseiies have been for many years famous, peonies, azaleas, phloxts. etc., being among the specialties exhibited and many valu- able trophies have borne testimony to the high character of the mater al pro- duced at Cherry Hill. Mr. .Thurlow was an ardent lover of nature, a kindly mannered gentle- man, upright, sincere and true in all his dealings with his fellow- man and held in a rare degree the love and re- spect of neighbors and business asso- ciates. He was a worthy representa- tive of the good old New England stock from which h« descended. Amos Reynolds. The Connecticut Horticultural So- ciety has just suffered the loss of one of its most valued and honored mem- bers, Anins Reynolds, whose death oc- curred in Hartford on the 24t.h instant. Mr. Reynolds had been employed for many years on the beautiful estate of James J. Goodwin, of which the pi-esi- dent of the society. John P. Huss, is the superintending horticulturist. The kindly, genial, companionable spirit of our deceased brother, and the benefit of his ripened experience in things pertaining to hor-ticulture, will long be missed in the councils of our organiza- tion. The Connecticut Horticultural Society was represented among the bearers at the funei-al, by President Huss and John J. Dimon. GKORGE W. SMITH, Sec. Wilhelm Richter. Wilhelm Richter, Hameln on the Waser, a veteran raiser of varieties of the potato, died on July S. on his re- turn journey from the Agricultural Ex- hibition at Leipzig, aged 76 years. The firm will be carried on as heretofore by C. Gebhardt, for many years the seed raiser in the employ of the de- ceased. Nicholas Beirie. Nicholas Beirie, a florist who has been in the employ of Nanz & Neuner tor thirty years, died on July 22, at his home in St. Matthews, Ky., at the age of 80. He was a native of Germ- any. Three daughters and two sons survive him. Thomas Parrow. Thomas Parrow, gardener of the Middlesex county court house grounds at East Carnbridg'e, Mass., fell dead while at work there July 24. He was 52 years of age. FUNERAL OF JOHN THORPE. Following the simple services of song and prayer, W. N. Rudd arose and voiced a beautiful and impressive tribute to the departed, of whom he said, "This man was my friend." He spoke of Mr. Thorpe as a genius, liken- ing him to a plant whose side branches had all been removed allowing all the strength to develop the head "there- fore he had no ability to accumulate the dollars, no ability to acquire palaces, but his genius was all for the development of the plants he loved." He spoke of the little carnations of the past and of Mr. Thorpe as having been the first one to see the future of that flower, closing the sentence with "Mr. Thorpe is the father of the car- nation, and the men laying up for- tunes now from this flower owe it to John Thor-pe." He then spoke in about the same way of what Mr. Thorpe had done for the chrysanthemum, and said, "His golden dreams have been conveyed into dollars by others; he left none himself, but he was a great man." He closed by expressing regi'et that John Thorpe had been allowed to pass away without some one having written down the knowledge of many things that would now be gone and blamed himself that he had not under- taken it for, "he was my friend." It was very impressive, indeed and fol- lowing the other part of the service was especially so. Immediately after Mr. Rudd finished,, a little elderly lady, beautifully dressed, surprised us all by rising and saying she too wanted to say something. Mr. Thorpe had not only known every little leaf, twig and flower , but had been willing to patiently explain it to others. She had known him at the time of the World s Fair and ever since at the flower shows, etc. Her name is Mary Chew Hopkins, oldest D. A. R. now living. The pall IVearers selected were: J. C. Vaughan, W. N. Rudd, F. F. Ben- they, J. Kidwell, E. Kanst, Geo. Wood- ward. Among the floral offerings was a large wreath on base from the S. A. F., and a smaller wr-eath from the Chicago Florists' Club. The casket was covered with flowers when it was taken from the house. The remains were cremated at 7 a. m., Wednesday, July 21st, at Oak Woods Cemeter-y. What is regarded as an excellent cast of his features was made on Monday. STANDARD FLOWER POTS Packed in small crates, easy to handle. Price per crate 1500 0 tn.pots in crate $4.88 Price per crate 144 6 in. pots in crate $3.16 1207 " " 4.30 608 " " 3-00- HAND MADE 48 9 in. pots in crate $3.60 48 10 " " 4.80. 0411 « « 3.60. 24 12 " •• 4.80' 12 14 " " 4.80 616 " « 4.50 Seed pans* same price as pots. Send for price list of Cylinders for Cut flowers, Hanging Baskets, Lawo Vases, etc. Ten per cent, ofl for cash with order. Address Hilflnger Bros., Pottery, Fort E(Iward,N.Y^ August Rolker & Sons* Agtt. t1 Barclay St> N. V. City. .500 a )i " 5.25 ■500 aH 6.00 tooo 3 5.00 BoosM " 5.80 5004 " 45° 456 4yj " . 5.=« 3205 ** " ■♦•51 »ioS» '* " 3-78 Syracuse Red Pots ALL THB STANDARD SIZES It will soon be time to order large pots for fall potting. We have a lull line of the best. Syracuse Pottery Co., ^^'^S^"^"' [—STANDARD FLOWER — If your greenhouses are within 500 mile? of the Capitol, write us, we can save you money. W. H. ERNEST ^ 28th I H Sis., - Washington, D. C. — il July 31, l'J09 rt ORTICU UTU RE 155 List of Advertisers Page Advance, The Co 159 Albert & Davidson ■•.158 A. en J. K 149 American Nursery (Eng.) 141 Aschniann Godfrey.. .131 Bambnck Thos. H ... 1 55 Barrows H.H.&Son.ija Bayersdorler H .& Co. 146 Boddington A.T. M3 Boston Florist Letter Co 145 Boston Plate and Win- dow Glass Co 158 Bowker Fertilizer Co. 143 Bowkcr Insecticide Co 57 Bre:le Joseph & Sons 143 Breitmeyer's J. Sons 144 Brldgeman's Seed Warehouse 143 Budlong J. A 146 Burgevin's, Valentin, Son 130 Bumet House I37 Baroee W. A. &Co -143 Carrlllo & Baldwin ■ 132 Chicago Carnation Co 13° Clarke's Darld, Sons, 144 Com J.J 148 Cotsonas Geo. & Co. .148 Cowee W. J 149 Craig, Robt. Co 13a Ci«wbuck Geo.W 148 Culleo, T.J, 137 Dailey F. B Uanker F. A Dann J. H. & Son... D ngee & Conard Co. jpmer F. Sons & Co. Dow Geo. E Dreer H. A -unlop John H Durand & Marohn. . . r)ys..n R J. Eastern Chemical Co. Edwards Foldlrg Box Co. . Elliott Wm &Son' EsJer J. G Ernest W. H Eyres 155 144 131 130 130 142 146 '4' 1.9 154 ■<4 FarQuhai R.& J.& C».t43 Bug H ma him Domm.' Insect-destroying preparations that do their work well and effectively are the cheapest. Bowker's Arsenate of Lead and Bowker's Pyrox are recognized stand- ard insecticides and fungicides for both indoor and outdoor use. Bowker's Insect Emulsion destroys many kind of plant lice, black and green flies, etc. Call or send for catalogue. INSECTICIDE COMPANY BOWKER 43 CHATHAM ST. BOSTON PULLMAN'S INSECT ciid WORM DESTROYER Kills Worms and Ants In ground. Kills Cut Worms. Kills all kinds of Insects. Acts as Fertilizer to ground. This powder Is put up In packages from 1 to 100 Ihs. Full directions and testimonials In each package. PKICE lib aOc I 86 Ib8 Sl.RO 6 lbs 35c I 50 lbs 3 75 10 lbs. 66c I 100 lbs 5.00 NICOTINE Kills Thrlps, Red Spider, Black Fly, Aphis, Green Fly and other greenhouse pests. This solution Is put up In Vs pt. cans ...at 25c I 1 pt. c ns..at S 1.40 5i pt cans ...at 50c 1 qt cans. .-at 8.75 54 pt cms . . -at »0c | H gal cans at 5.00 6gal ca s at 40.00 Salesmen Wanted Evcr>'where —Made By— The Philadelphia Insecticide Co. 324 Queen Lane, Gemtantown, Phila., Pa, New Chicago Sprayer This sprayer is made of aluminum with two brass plates, one fine, one coarse. These are easily removed and quickly cleaned. Spraying face iV^ inches wide, nozzle 6% inches long; % inch pli>e connec- tions. These sprayers will never wear out and are said by users to be the iinest on the market. Send to us for testimonials from growers using them. Price $2.50 Each Dried, screened and packed la bags of 100 lbs. esch. PULVERIZED SHEEP MANURE PURE r.NIKORM RELIABLB A strong and quick acting manure, highly recommended for carnatlon» and chrysanthemums. SHREDDED CATTLE MANURE EAST TO HANDLE AND APPH Stronger and better In every w**- than rough manure. liasts mue^ longer on the benches. Unequalled tv mulching and feeding roses, llqui' manuring and mixing with bench an^ potting soil. Used by all the largaat growers. Aak Tour Snpply Man or Write Cs for Circulars and Prices. THE Pulverized Manure Co. 31 Union Stock Yards CHICAGO v"^^ ^ The best of all. .Dusting or lumi^atiii^ 26 lb*.. tl.OO 100 Ib^ « 3.00 lOOO Ida.. %31.00 I.7S 600 Itw.. I4.00 3000 lt>«.. 62.K> 50 BuxUy St. New TorlL ^Bf^iuMer& IMP SOAP SPRAY THREE SUCCESSFUL YEARS OuttJoor or Indoor ELM BEETLE OR WHITE FLY EASTERN CHEMICAL CO. Pittsburg Street, Boston, Mass. -E. H. Hunt, 76-78 Wabash Ave., Chicago, 111. The Best BugKilleraii Bloom Saver For PROOF Write to P.R.PalethofiraCo OWENSIORO, IT. 158 HORTICULTURE July 31, 1909 OR house house GREENHOUSES BUILDING CONTEMPLATED. Lisbon, O.— J. W. Scott, 18x75. Rochelle, III. — A. Caspars, 36x80. Rockport, Mass. — G. F. Stevens, one house. Colfax, la. — Hotel Colfax, range of houses. Cromwell, Conrij — A. N. Pierson, two houses. Tacoma, Wash. — M. Haekier, im- provements. Providence, R. I. — Thomas Curley, house 24x78. Philadelphia, Pa. — J. Peterson, house 15x70. Germantown, three houses. Billings, Mont. — Wm. range of houses. Portland, Ore. — Swiss Floral Co., range of houses. Watertown, III.— J. Staak & Sons. ranse of houses. Indianapolis, Ind. — Pahud Floral Co., two houses. PIttsfield, Mass.— Arthur N. Cooley, range of houses. Woodbrldge, N. J. — Madsen & Chris- tensen. one house. Wheeling, W. Va- — John Dieckmann & Co.. two houses. Allegan, Mich. — C. Hudson, four houses and boiler house. Greensboro, N. C. — Summit Avenue ■Greenhouses, house 27x60. Pa.— E. H. Geschick, Partington, NEWS NOTES. Wabash, Ind. — Conner & ITlsh have leased the South Side Greenhouses and Cahin Ulsh will be manager. Grand Rapids, Mich,— Henry Smith, florist, has bought the four-story block at Louis and Campau streets for |19,- 000 it is said. Brooklyn, N. Y. — Carl Werner has leased the Wills greenhouses on Clarkson St.. and will start in busi- ness August 1. Beatrice, Nebr. — The Dole Floral Co. are to erect a two-storv building at 518 Ella St., which will include a store and office. New York, N. Y.— Scherer & Co. will start in business at 106 W. 26th St. on September 1 as wholesale deal- ers in florists' greens and supplies. Allegan, Mich. — Conklin & Hudson will start in the greenhouse business as soon as the houses brought from (Grandville by Mr. Conklin can be put up. Omaha, Neb.— J. F. Rosenfield, peony specialist, has purchased a twenty-five acre tract and will locate "his business here. The work of trans- ferring the stock will begin next spring, but the oflSces will be located at West Point for some time longer as the transfer will probably require two or three years. 927,958 928,018 ;92S,120 PATENTS GRANTED. Greenhouse Construction. James F. M. Farquhar, Bos- ton, Mass. Pruning Implement. Henry A. Barnard and R. Barnard, Plattsburg, N. Y.; assignors of one-third to John B. Demary, Plattsburg, N. Y. Seed-Separating Machine. Ed- ■ ward II. Geise, Newton. Iowa. STANDARD PLATE GLASS CO. rianuf acturer s — I m porters — Jobbers NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY FRENCH OR AMERICAN GREENHOUSE GLASS LOWEST PRICES ON REQUEST 26-30 Sudbury St. BOSTON, flASS. 61-63 Portland St. A I A^A Prices Advancing ULAdO SHARP, PARTRIDGE & CO. FOR GREENHOUSES 22nd AND LUMBER STS., CHICAGO Writo us before buying BOSTON PLATE & WINDOW GLASS CO. GREENHOUSE GLASS "'""*" ^'*° 261 to 287 A Street BOSTON AMERICAN 20 to 22 Canal Street USEFUL BOOKS. We can supply the following books, postpaid, at the prices listed; — The American Carnation. C. ^^'. Ward. Price. .?3.5fi Chrysanthemum Manual. Smith. Price, 40 cents. The Chrysanthemum. Herrington. Price, .30 cents. Manual of the Trees of North Amer- ica. C. S. Sargent. Price, $6.00. Soils: How to Handle and Improve Them. S W. Fletcher. Price, $2.20. Daffodils-Narcissus and How to Grow Them. A. M. Kirby. Price, $1.10. The Art of I.,aiidscape Gardening. By Humphrey Reptou. Price. $3.20. Roses and How to Grow Them. By Many Experts. Price, $1.21. The New Cyclopedia of American Horticulture. L. H. Bailey. Four vol- umes, $20.00. How to Plan the Home Grounds. S. Parsons, Jr. Price, $1.10. Send your busineis direct to Wa«hiii^oB. Saves time aaeai. No nghi3 or leTts. Box of 1.000 poiQU 75 ctB. postp&ld. nENBT A.DREEB. 714 ChMtBot St., ntla., P». fw^y^w^gp^nw^w^^g^^p GLASS Greenhouse and Hot Bed SIZES OUR SPKCIALTY IMMENSE STOCK Plate and "WindoMV Glass Write for Our Prices PARSHELSKY BROS., Inc. 59 Montrose Ave., BKOOKLTN, N. T. qfeenliouseqlaziruj USE IT NOW. F.O.PIERGEGO. 12 W.BROADWAY NEW YORK Hastica Is elastic and tenacious, admits of ex- pansion and contraction. Putty becomes hard and brittle. Broken glass more easily removed without breaking of other glass as occurs with hard putty. Lasts longer than putty. Easy to apply. Spacial Sale on Second-Hand PIPES AND BOILER TUBES I in. pipe, $2.50; 1 5i in.. $3.5 ; iji in, $4,00: sin., $5 50: 2J4 in., $8 50; 3 in , $11.75 per hundred feet. Doner lUOeS $7.00 per hundred feet. For one month at the e Prices ALBERT A OAVIOSOIf, Brooklyn, H.r. Tel. 50*2 Williamsburg 68-70 Troutman St. In ordering goods please add "I saw it 1 HORTICULTURE." July 31, 1909 HORTICULTURE, 159 KROESCHELL BOILER yADE OF FIBE BOX FLAN6E PLATE Can not Crack Hfitir Spici Ir Front, Sides and Back Tki Mest Popular Boiler Made SCNO FOR MFALOGUE. KROESCHELL BROS. GO. SB Erie treet, CHICAGO, ILL ETerythlng for Greenhoase BuUdliig Write for Infor- mation and prices 1 n Widths fcrom 14 feet o inches to 54 feet o inches. Withont posts. KINO TRUSS SASH BAR HOUSES IRON GUTTERS AND EAVES. IRON AND CYPRESS BENCHES. VENTILATING MACHINERY. KING CONSTRUCTION CO. NORTH TONAWAXDA, N. Y. CYPRESS WriU for Ciroulmi "D" mad rrieea SISN BARS • 2 fMt *t lOBftl HOT BED SASH PECKY CYPRESS BENCH LUMBER GREENHOUSES EIECTEB MD EQUJPPED COMPLEH IF DESIRE! A« A. T. 8TEARNS LUHBEK 61 NEPONtET. BOSTON. IMASS, THE ADVANCE MACHINE It is not what you pay for a machine, it i^ what it does, how it does it, the ease of operation and lastiiog qualities ih:.t bring customers and keep them. A Pa. florist ordersthree machines, arms I've, and tells us th= 3 ma- chines he bought ittree years ago have given the best ot sati fac- tion and have always worked easy Try our hne and see that we do have the gooiis tHat make good, ThefidvanseCo. RICHMOND, IND. REVERO THE MODERN GARDEN HOSE FOR LAWNS, GARDENS, GREENHOUSES, STABLES, ETC. BRAIDED FABRIC, MOULDED CON- STRUCTION, SEAMLESS THROUGHOUT UGHT— STRONG— FLEXIBLE f§^mi£ HB 1 mwL' ■■" ~-T ^^k K-""'^ -J ^m fjgj^ ^ (Un sl^'I E — RF.AIiILV KINKS Revero is Furnished on Reels in Continuous Lengths up to 500ft. Your Supply House can furnish " Revero." Write for Catalog REVERO — NOK KINKING REVERE RUBBER COMPANY BOSTON, MASS. NEW YORK NEW ORLEANS PHILADELPHIA MINNEAPOLIS PITTSBURG SAN FRANCISCO CHICAGO PORTLAND, ORE. We can supply in any Size or Length and in Car Loads or any Quantity PECKY CYPRESS The Ideal Lumber for Greenhouse Benches MOST LASTINC-LEAST EXPENSIVE When ordering your other building material it is wise to add enough Pecky Cypress to make the shipment a carlot and so take advantage of lower carload freight rates. WRITE TO US FOR PRICES THE FOLEY MFG. CO., 26th & WESTERN AVES. Chicago «. JA.OOBJS «& SOIVS :^FeooK:i-,"K'P pots, $15.00 per 100; 4-ln. pots, $25.00 per 100; 6-ln. pans, $9.00 per dozen; 8*ln. pans, $18.00 per dozen F. R, PIERSON CO.y ■ ■ Tarrytown-on-Hudson, NEW YORK A. N. PIERSON, Inc., Cromwell, Conn. WHITE KILLARNEY (Waban Strain) Doz. QRAPTED STOCK $6 00 100 250 SiS.OO $82.50 500 $150 00 1000 $300.00 2500 $687.60 6000 $1,260.00 We are Book- ing Orders How for FIELD GROWN CARNATIONS Write for List and Prices. S. J. REUTER 6l SON, inc., Westerly, R. I. CARNATIONS F. DORNER & SONS CO. LaFayette, Ind. SMITH'S Ghrysanthemum Manual The Most Complete Treatise on this Subject. 40c Postpaid ELMEKD.SMITH&CO.,AilrUii,illili. CHARLES H. TOTTY Wholesale Florist Chrysanthemam Novelties My Specialty Madison, N. J. P/EONIES 16 Acres for Fail Delivery. WRITE FOR PRICES. GILBERT H. WILD, Sarcoiii, Mt. MARIE LOUISE VIOLETS FINE HEALTHY STOCK, 3 IN. POTS, $4.00 per liundred. Cash please. VALENTIN BURGEVIN'S SONS KINGSTON, N.Y. THE BOSTON VIOLET Unequalled for Productiveness, Beauty and Popularity. In Crop from September to May. Plants $«.oo per doz; $11.00 per icx>; $100.00 per 1000. Princess of Wales $15 00 per 1000. WILLIAM SIM Gllftondale Mass. Prices Quoted in these Columns are for Dealers Onlv. When Writins; to Advertisers Please Mention HORTICULTURE. From Pot CHRYSANTHEMUMS Hiss Clay Prick, White Shaw. Early Snow, rirs. Jas. Harshall. riayor Weaver, The Harriott, $3.00 per 100. Autumn Glory, Ada Spaulding, Dr. Engue- hard. Dorothy Devens. Oeo. Kalb. Glory of the Pacific, Harry Hay, H. W Reiman. Ivory, Jeanne Nonin. J. E. Lager, J. M. Troy, J. K. Shaw, riaud Dean, Meta, Monrovia, ninnie Wanamaker, nrs. Alice Byron, firs. Baer, nr». Robert HcArthur, Hajor Bonnaffon, riad P. Bergmann, Nagoya, Polly Rose, Robt.Halliday, Timothy Eaton, W. H, Lin- coln, Wm. Duckham, etc., $3.00 per 100, $25.00 per 1000. Send for Catalogue of Roses, own root and grafted, and other miscellaneous stock. WOOD BROTHERS FISHKILL, N.Y. Send for our Preliminary List describing and quoting Chrysanthemums and Carnations. A fine lot of Carnation Cuttings ready now. THE E. G. HILL CO., Richmond, Indiana. MARY TOLMAN A New Light Salmon Pink Carna- tion for 1910. $12.00 per 100. $100.00 per 1000. A. E. Hunt & Co., Evansvllle, III. Chicago Carnation Co.,Joilet, III. Hunt Bros., - - Park Ridge, III. Begonia Gloire de Lorraine Leaf Stock, June Delivery. $15 per 100, $145 per 1000, from 2'/i in pots Stock guaranteed to be absolutely free from diseaae. THOMAS ROLAND, NflHANT. MASS. ASTER PLANTS. Semples Branching. Vicki and Queen of the Market fine plants grown from the bc^t seed, 3 colors, $2.^0 per 1000; 5000 for $io.oo. Cabbage, Tomato and Celery P*ant», all kiDds, fine plants, $1.00 per 1000; ^8.00 per 10.000. Pepper* and Cauliflower. Best kinds, $2, 00 per 1000. J. C. SCHMIDT, Bristol, Pa. A SPECIALTY ThePingee&ConardCo.wy FIELD CARNATIONS READY NOW White Perfection, White Enchantress, Ross Enchantress, Enchantress, Lloyd. Beacon, WInsor, Imperial, B. Ward, $6 per 100, $50 per 1000. Splendor, Welcome, $10 per 100. I. M. RAYNER, GREENPORT, L. I. N. Y. 30.000 August 7, 1909 HORTICULTURE 163 r Convention Advertising ^Only those who have tried it know its full value and they're not saying a word. There's a lot of business done through it. In fact, there is no more directly re- sponsive publicity than a Convention Exhibit backed up by Trade Paper Advertising. The Convention Number of — ^= HORTICULTURE ^^^= has a sphere distinctly its own. It reaches directly all who attend the Convention and many thousands who are absent but are eager to know what the enterprising trade has to present. ^Take advantage of your opportunity. Send Us Your Copy Now. Convention Number goes to press on Thursday, 1 2th inst. This is to be a season of pros- perity. Business conditions are healthy. Don't Slow Up. The Trade is Waiting For You. Araucarias ouR Specialty Araucaria Robusta Compacta and Excelsa Qlauca, Specimen Plants, Spring 1908 importa- tion, 7 incn pots, 25, 30, 38, 40 inches high, 6 years old, sjitable for the veranda, porch or lawn, $3.00, $2. 50, $3.00 each, worth double that amount. Sam* Varieties, April 1900 importation, 15- 30-32 inches high, $1.00, $1.25, $1.50. Araucaria Gxcclsa, 5, 5^, 6 inch pots, 2-3-4 years old, 40c., 50c., 60c., 750.^ $1.00. Keotla Forsteriana, 6-7 inch pots, 25, 30, 40, 50 inches high, $1.00, $1.25, $1.50, $2 00, $3.00 each. Bclmoreana, 6 inch pots, 5 to 6 leaves, $1.00, $1.25, $1.50. Cocoa Weddeliana, 3-4 inch, 150., 18c., 35c. Adiantum Hybrldum, valuable for fronds for cutting, big bushes suitable for 6, 7, 8 inch pots, 30c., 40c., 50c. Areca lutescens, 4 inch, 25c. Begonia Ololre de Lorraine. 4 inch, 25c. Lonsdale tight pink and the dark pink. Sago palcn5, toe. per leaf. Cash with order please. GODFREY ASCHMANN Importer and Wholesale Grower of Pot Plants 1012 W. Ontario St., PHILADELPHIA, PA. All goods must travel at purchaser's risk Kentias, Arecas, Latanlas, Cocos, Phoenix, Araucarias, Rubbers, Crotons, Pandanuses, Asparagus, Ferns for Dishes. Before placing fall orders for Palms and Decorative Plants Write for Prices A. LEUTHY & CO. PERKINS ST. NURSERIES ROSLINDALE, MASS. Lorraine Begonias LESS THAN MARKET PRICE 6000 Lorraine Begonias, 2 inch Stock, Strong, Healthy Plants, Full of Shoots, $10.00 per 100. Don't Pass Up This Opportunity. It's A Bargain. E. A. BUTLER & SON, Niagara Falls, N.Y. Mum Canes What you want now 7 to 8 ft. $7.00 1000 Wm. Elliott ft Sons 42 Vesey St., New York Pandanus Utilis Extra fine healthy stock, out of 3-in. pots, at $12 00 per 100. SIUILAX out of 3-in. pols, at $3.00 per 100. BEGONIA GRACILIS LUMIN03A, out of 4-iD. pots, at $5.00 per 100. AWPELOPSIS VEITCHII, 2 year old plants out of 4 in pots, $2.00 per doz. CLEMATIS PANICULATA. out of 6-in. pots, $3.00 per doz, JAMAICA AVE., OPP. SCMENCK AVE., 164 HORTICULTURE August 7, 1909 NEPHROLEPIS MAGNIFICA THE SENSATIONAL NOVELTY AtroDK 2H-iD. Btock, $25.00 per 100. WHITMANII SK-lo., f40.00 per 1000; S^in., from Bench, $8.00 per 100. BOSTON FERNS $30.00 per 1000. H.H. BARROWS & SON, whitman, mass. PALMS, FERNS AND DECORATIVE PLANTS JOHN SCOTT Rutland Road and E. 45th St. Tel. 2890 Bedford BROOKLYN, N.Y. JARDINIERE FERNS IN BEST VARIETIES. VERY FINE STOCK. $3.50 per 100, $30.00 per 1000 ROSE HILL NURSERIES New Rochelle, N. Y. FERNS FOR DISHES Assorted varieties, 2 in. pots, $3 per 100, $25 per 10 o. PRIMROSES OBCONICA AND CHINESE Best strains, 2^4 in. pots, $ ^ per 100, $25 per 1000. Cash with order. FRANK OECHSLIN 857S W. Adams St., - CHICAGO, II.I,. ROBERT CRAIG CO. KOSES, PALMS, and novelties in Decorative Plants MARKET and 49th STREETS.. PHIUDELPHIA, PA. HEACOCK'S PALMS. KENTIA BELMOKEANA 6-ln. pot, 22 to 24-ln. high $1 00 each 6-ln. pot, 24 to 26-ln. high $1 23 each 6-ln. pot, 26 to 28-in. high $1 50 each 9-ln. tub, 42 to 48-In. high $5 00 each 9-ln. tub, 48 to 54-ln. high $6 00 each MADE-UP KENTIA FORSTERIANA 9-ln. tub, 4 plants, 42 to 48-ln. hlgh..$ 4 ea. JOSEPH HE ACOCK CO. TVYNCOTE, PA. In ordering goods please add "I saw it in HORTICUTURE. PEACOCK'S CELEBRATED NEW DAHLIAS JACK ROSE and other cut flower sorts. SEND FOR CATALOG. Peacock Dahlia Farms WIMIamstown Junction, N.J, FORTUNES IN FIG ORCHARDS £. C. Robertson General Sales Manag*er 501 Kiam BIdg., Houston, Texas Texas Figs Are World's Fair Winners The famous fig preserves made at Aldlne, near Houston, are the finest and best known In the world. One Important thing which must not be overlooked Is that flg orchards never fall to produce large, profitable crops here, One Acre Set In Figs «nd one Town Lot, both for $230, Payable $10 down and $10 per month, without interest. No payments when sick. CLEAR WARRANTY DEED IN CASE OF DEATH Local cash market for fruit. Single crop pays for land and lot. Money back In four years with annual income thereafter for lite. Better than banks, bonds, sr life In- surance. If you want to enjoy life In South Texas under your own "vine and fig tree,** or make a safe and profitable Investment, write for further particulars. Orange Groves on similar terms. Palms Shrubs ^iSS^ JFIORIST Ferns Perennials Send for Our Ctitalogue. The GEO. WITTBOLD CO. . 1657 Buckingham Place. Chicago, III. LAGER of the summer the stionger shoots are stopped, the plants syringed, in accordance) with weather conditions and the light raised grad- ually as the plants grow in height. In October, the plan's are lifted with good balls and potted in suitable-sized pots, not too large, and plunged in a mild dung or leaf Ijed and the lights kept closed for a tinie. After the lapse of a month the plants have filled the pots with roots and should be placed in the intermediate house to develop their flower buds, and in Febiuary and March to expand. Under the above kind of treatment Gardenias grow to a height of 50 to 60 c. m., and carry always from 30 to 40 flowers. FREDERICK MOORE. USEFUL BOOKS. We can supply the following books, postpaid, at the prices listed: — The American Carnation. C. W. Ward. Price, $3.50 Chrysanthemum Manual. Smith. Price, 40 cents. The Chrysanthemum. Herrington. Price, 50 cents. Mantial of the Trees of North Amer- ica. C. S. Sargent. Price, $6.00. Soils: How to Handle and Improve Them. S. W. Fletcher, Price, $2.20. Daffodils-Narcissus and How to Grow Them. A. M. Kirby. Price, $1.10. The Art of Landscape Gardening. By Humphrey Repton. Price, $3.20. Roses and How to Grow Them. By Many Experts. Price, $1.21. The New Cyclopedia of American Horticulture. L. H. Bailey. Four vol- umes, $20.00. How to Plan the Home Grounds. S Parsons, Jr. Price, $1.10. How to Make a Vegetable Garden Edith L. Fullerton. Price, $2.20. KEEP FISHIN' Hi Somers was the thirndest cuss For oatchin' fish — he sure was greatl He never used to make no fuss Aliout the kind of pole er bait, Er weather, neither: Ije'd jest say, "I got to ketch a mess today." An' toward the creek you'd see him slide, A-whistlin' soft an' walkin' wide. I says one day to HI, eays I, "How do you always ketch 'em. Hi?" lie gave his bait another switch in. An chucklin', says, "I jest keep tishin'." He took to readin' law at night And pretty soon, the first we knowed, He had a lawsuit, won his fight. An' was a lawyer! I'll be blowed! He knowed more law than Squire McKnab! An' though he had no "gift of gab" To brag ab»ut. somehow he made A sober sort of talk that played The mischief with the other side. One day. when someone asked if Hi'd Explain how he got in condishin, He laughed an' said, "I jest kept fishin'." Well, Hi is Gov'ner Somers, now; A big man round the State, you bet — To me the same old Hi. somehow: The same old champeen fisher, yet, It wan't so much the halt er pole. It wan't so much the fishin' hole, That won for Hi his big success; 'Twas jest his fishin' on, I guess; A cheerful, stiddy, hopeful kind Of keepin' at it— don't you mind? And that is why I cvn't help wishin' That more of us would jest keep fishin'. — Chicago News. A TRIBUTE TO THOMAS C. THUR- LOW. In the death of this gentleman. Hor- ticulture loses one of its finest repre- sentatives. He was a devout and reverent Christian and all the flowers he so dearly loved seemed to be a part of him. He was one of the purest, swee.est sculed men I ever saw. I never 'new a man with a finer appre- ciation cf aU that was beautiful. His grounds were a garden of delight and how he did enjoy his flowers. Lovingly he would linger over them and drink in their beauty. And while quite ill his children went out and gathered arm- fuls of his finest peonies and stood great vases full of them around him and he said with rapture "They cured me. They were the best doctors 1 ever had." He was the father of the American peony business. He wrote the first article of any importance ever written on the subject in America. He first awakened in the heart of the writer an interest in this resplendent flower and much of the interest in late years in perennials is traced to him. He always wanted the best regardless of price and almost always carried off the prizes at the great Boston shows. I first became acquainted with him in the fall of 1SS9. We had some cor- respondence and he wrote me while living in Franklin, Nebraska, that if I ever came East I must make his house my home. I did so and was Immediately adopted into the family. We became chums. We were of the same age and he would introduce me as his twin brother. Once while re- covering from rheumatic fever he took me home a;nd kept me till I recovered. Our comradeship is one of my pleasant- est memories. It was such a shock to hear of his death. He was never strong and for the last ten years he was an invalid, spending several win- ters in the South. He married late in life and leaves four children. His daughter Susan was his constant companion and gave him almost reverent attention. Edward is preparing for the ministry. George and Winthrop are proficient horticulturists and will carry on his work. He was born in 1S32 and was nearly 77 when he passed away July 21st. He gently breathed his last surrounded by devoted wife and children. His last letter was written to me. He leaves a better and more beauti- ful world as he passed through it on to the "Sweet fields beyond the swelling flood And never withering flowers." C. S. HARRISON, Vork, Neb. SCALE OF POINTS FOR DAHLIA JUDGES. The foUo-wlng scale of points has been adopted at Newport, R. I., in judging all dahlias e.Kcept Pompons and Tom Thumbs: Individual Blooms. | folleetlon of Blooms. Points! Pomts Size .5 Color •'i Form 5 Stem 3 Foliage 2 Size i Color Form Stem Foliage | Arrangement Total 20 1 Ti>tal .20 170 HORTICULTURE August 7, 1909 NEWS OF THE CLUBS AND SOCIETIES SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLOR- ISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS. Rudd Will Not Be a Candidate for Re-election. As I find it impossible to do full jus- tice to my other work and at the same time do all that might and should be done for the betterment of the S. A. F., I find it necessary not to allow my name to be used as a candidate for re- election. The office is of so much importance and the prosperity of the Society de- liends so largely on the man in the secretary's office, that I feel it neces- sary to make this advance announce- ment so that the members may have ample time to think the situation over carefully and pick out in their ovpn minds the best available man and be prepared to work for and vote for him. I think perhaps very few in the So- ciety, possibly none except William J. Stewart and myself fully realize what an enormous amount of work comes to the able, energetic and honest man in the office of secretary of this great so- ciety of ours, and what a great propor- tion of that work the man who has not the ability or the energy to do it or who is not honest enough to give to his work the best that is in him, can shirk. The salary of the office at pres- ent is $1000 per annum. A man can if he chooses sit down on the job and do $250 worth of work and pocket the other $750 as a Christmas present. On the other hand, the right man can do $1500 worth of work and then feel dis- satisfied with himself that he has been unable to take up many things that ' would imdoubtedly in the future ad- vance the Society's interests and in- crease its membership. The bad point about the matter is that much of this important work shows only in future results and the secretary may if he chooses shirk a large proportion of it without the rank and file of the so- ciety becoming aware of his shortcom- ings for a long time. The society has much to be grateful for in having had the long continued services of so able a man as Mr. Stewart, and I sincerely trust that they will pick out the best . man available with the idea of con- tinuing him in office for a long term of years. Every member of this society who has the good of the organization at heart shou. bear in mind that it is, although twenty-five ye^irs old. only in ils infancy as yet; that the possibili- ties for growth and the extension of its influence and its ability to do good for the trade at large and for the in- dividual membeis is almost infinite. The secretary whom you will choose at the next meeting will have the des- tiny of the society largely in his hands and it behooves each and every mem- ber to put aside all questions of per- sonal friendship and look only to the man, and to his honesty and ability. If anyone asks you to vole for a man because he is a "good fellow" vote against that man for that very reason. The "good fellow" in the ordinary ac- ceptation of the words, is the very worst fellow in the world for your sec- retary. It any one asks you to vote for a man because he "needs the money" vote against that man for that very reason. If you are personally a friend of either of the class of men spoken of above, vote against each of them for that reason also. The friend of the "good fellow" should keep him out of a position where nothing but failure awaits him. The friend of the man who "needs the money" should realize that he can get more money in many easier ways than in this posi- iion. There is no easy money to be made in the job except by taking money for work which one does not do. I have enjoyed immensely getting back into harness again and having an active part in the work of the society. I have enjoyed the work itself great- ly and if the society wished me to> con- tinue in the office would ask no greater pleasure than to go on with that work, hut to continue in the office would be to either let my own work suffer or that of the society, or more likely both. I know that no man engaged in ac- tis'e business, either as a proprietor or as an employee, can take up this work and carry it out so that the society may achieve the success which is with- in its grasp, unless he grossly neglects his own business. Therefore, we must look elsewhere for the ideal man. As a matter of good sound business policy also, the man selected should be a young man or at least not an old one. Ve should select our secretary much as we would buy a horse. The old horse may be well broken, sound and strong, and yet we will buy the young one, because there are more years of work in him. In the same way we should select for office a young, man for secretary with the idea of postpon- ing as far as possible the expensive process of educating a new man for the job. I trust anu believe that the members of the society will not take offense at my plain speaking, but if they do I shall simply be sorry but not regretful. The thing is of such vital importance and of such great interest to us all that these words had to be spoken. W. N. RUDD, Secretary. August a, 1909. LADIES' SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS. The Ladies' Society of American P'lorists will hold their meetings at the Assembly room of the Sinton Hotel, Wednesday and Thursday, August 18, 19 at 10.30 a. m. The secretary will be found near Secretary Rudd's office. Lady members please wear your badge pin. MRS. CHAS. H. MAYNARD, Secretary. HOTEL. RATES AT CINCINNATI. The Burnet House, which is one of the most comfortable hotels in Cin- cinnati, announces special reduced rates for florists attending the S. A. F. Convention, as follows: American Plan — $2.50 per day and up. European Plan — $1.00 per day and up. CINCINNATI FLORISTS' CLUB. Meeting of Board of Governors. One of the most interesting and im- portant meetings held by the Board of Governors took place at the Sinton Hotel, Monday night, August 2nd. The finance committee reported they had in the bank very nearly $3,000. The souvenir committee reported they have raised $2,S00. A copy of the Souvenir Book was presented to the Board of Governors, and was pronounced by far the most beautiful book of its kind that has ever been issued for a similar occasion. It is now being mailed to subscribers and members of the Na- tional Society. The committee on badges and buttons submitted samples. A plain white badge with the words "Reception Committee Cincinnati Flor- ists' Society," was adopted. A silver bi'tton bearing the words "S. A. F. & O. H., 1SS4-19(J9, Cincinnati," was adopted. Supt. of Exhibits, Wm. Murphy, an- iicunced that up to the present time he has sold 11,900 square feet of space, amounting to $1,S57. He also an- nounced that there will be a charge of 25 cents for admittance on Thursday afternoon, August 19. As a special in- ducement, the Superintendent has made arrangements to have a special cut flower exhibition. John Lewis Childs will present a spike of gladiolus to every visitor on that afternoon. Chairman A. M. MicCullough has ar- ranged to hold the President's recep- tion at the Zoological Garden. This place is by far the coolest in proximity to Cincinnati. The sports and ladies' committee an- nounced that they have arranged in Heidelberg for an afternoon of bowl- ing. The ladies' bowling match will be pulled off at this place, and luncheon will be provided for all in attendance. They have received about fifty prizes from local merchants, amorg them be- ing a $55 shotgun and a beautiful lov- ing cup. For the shooting tournament Mr. Gardner has six or eight splendid prizes to offer. The crowning feature of the convention takes place on Fri- da\', when all in attendance will board the Island Queen, a very large and commodious five-decker, which has been chartered by .1. A. Peterson to take the entire convention to Coney Island where a barbecue will be await- ing them. AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. Members of the American Carnation Society please take notice that there will be a meeting held at Cincinnati, C, at 2 p. m., on August 19th. This is a meeting of the board of directors, but all members who happen to be attending the S. A. P. & O. H. con- vention are cordially invited to meet -.vith the board. Matters of importance will come before this meeting, and as we are allowed only 45 minutes, you are urged to not only attend but to be prompt, to avoid loss of time. A. M. HERR, Pres. A. C. S. Attest A. F. J. Bau", Sec. August 7, 1909 horticulture: 171 THE PARK SUPERINTENDENTS AT MINNEAPOLIS. The delegation of Park Superintend- ents going by way of Yellowstone Park to the convention at Seattle spent July 29 at Minneapolis sightseeing, as guests of Park Superintendent Wirth. There ■was general admiration for the Minne- apolis Park system and its possibili- ties. The Webber Memorial Building at Camden Park was inspected, fol- lowed by a tour to Fairvlew Park, St. Anthony Parkway, Riverside Park, Minnehaha Park, where refreshments •were served, Lake Amelia, Lake Har- riet, Rose Garden, Loring Park, Ken- ■wooG Parkway, Lake of the Isles, Lake Calhoun and back to Lake Harriet. Dinner was served at the latter place, after which the visitors took a trip around the lake in the gasolene launch. At 10.45 p. m. they took the train for Yellowstone Park. The party was made up of the following: John W. Duncan, Boston; Earle G. Constantine, Spokane, Wash.; Mr. and Mrs. William S. Manning, Baltimore; Herman H. Boyer, South Bend, Ind. ; M. L. Moore, Toledo, Ohio; John T. Withers, Jersey City, N. J.; Jackson Dawson. Boston: Mr. and Mrs. Harry T. Richards, Chi- cago; Daniel H. Ellis, Saginaw, Mich.; Miss Keith, Bridgeport, Conn.; and Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Wirth, Minne- apolis. FLORISTS' CLUB OF PHILADEL- PHIA. Convention matters occupied most of the monthly session of this club held on the 3rd inst. It was decided to take the train leaving Broad Street Station 12:31 noon, Monday, August 16th, and due in Cincinnati at 8:1.5 a. m. the fol- lowing morning. Those wishing to join the party should advise John Westcott, Ridge and Lehigh avenues, Philadelphia, in advance. It was voted to extend the freedom of the club room to the R. R. Gardeners' Asso- ciation on their visit here August 24, 25 and 26. A committee consisting of Paul Huebner, H. F. Miohell, H. M. E^rl, Thos. Meehan, W. F. Dreer, Geo. Anderson and John Burton, was ap- pointed to devise any sight-seeing courtesies that might be deemed desir- able for the visitors. A motion to appoint a committee to confer with the P. H. S about the club room, which will soon have to be vacated, was car- ried; personnel of said committee be- ing left to the president. CHRYSANTHEMUM SOCIETY OF AMERICA. The Chrysanthemum So^-iety ot Am- erica will hold their next meeting and exhibition with the American Institute, New York, next November. Mr. Wm. Wells, the well known chrysanthemum specialist of Earlswood, Surrey, Eng- land, is expected to be present and has been asked by President Smith to serve as one of the judges. A sched- ule of prizes is now being arranged and will be mailed as soon as ready to any one interested, upon application to the secretary. CHARLES W. JOHNSON, Rockford, 111. Secretary. AMERICAN INSTITUTE. The annual chrysanthemum show of the American Institute of the City of New York and the Chi-ysanthemum So- ciety of America will be held at the Berkeley Lyceum Building, New York City, on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, Nov. 10-12, 1909. The schedule of prizes offered by the American Institute is out and copies can be had oh application to Wm. A. Bagleson, secretary, 19-21 West 44th Street, New York. The prizes are, as usual, very generous. The schedule of the Chrysanthemum Soci'ety of America, whose exhibition will be held in conjunction with that of the American Institute will be is- sued soon. DETROIT FLORISTS' CLUB. The meeting of this club on August 2, was taken up with the election of officers, which resulted: President, Chas. Plumb; vice-pr'esident, G. Brown; secretary, H. Schroeter; treasurer, Rob. Rahaley; librarian, H. Pick- worth. The usually prevailing good nature came near being disturbed be- cause all the old officers persisted in declining the repeatedly offered re- nomination. As far as can be ascer- tained, only ten members will go to Cincinnati. DANZER. CLUB AND SOCIETY NOTES. The Connecticut Horticultural So- ciety will hold a dahlia show at Unity Hall, Hartford, September 23 and 24, and a chrysanthemum show on No- vember 3 and 4. The Boston Mycological Club has arranged for an exhibition of mush- rooms on Mondays in a location easily accessible by the busy element and visitors will be instructed as to the various kinds of fungi. The Connecticut Pomological Society has issued a circular urging zeal in the attention given fruit culture in order that a creditable showing may be made by the state at the New England Fruit Show in Boston in October. The American Breeders' Association will hold their annual meeting on De- cember 8, 9, 10, at Omaha, Neb., in connection with the National Corn Show. Addresses by scientists and bre'eders prominent in the plant world are included in the program. You can become a life member of the S. A. F. for $25.00 (if your 1909 dues are paid). If the proposed amendment carries, th'e fee will be $50.00. Why not take advantage of the present low rate? Life members pay no dues. The Bar Harbor Horticultural So- ciety will hold their flower show on August 14 in the Art Building, Bar Harbor, Me. The judges will be J. A. Pettigrew, Boston; W. N. Craig, North Easton, Mass.; Kenneth Finlayson, Boston; T. D, Hatfield, Wellesley; Dun- cjin Finlayson, Brookline; Robert Cam- eron. Harvard Botanic Garden; Joseph Clarke, Sr., Manchester; Joseph Clarke, Jr., and Mr. Meredith, Lancaster, Mass. During Recess BUFFALO FLORISTS' CLUB. The annual outing of the Buffalo Florists' Club was held on Wednesday, July 28, at the Bedell House, Grand Island. The day was an ideal one and the members with their families, friends and fellow-florists were on hand to enjoy the day of sports. The program consisted of many sporting events, which began soon upon ar- rival. The delivery boys' race was quite in- teresting, especially to the store men Winners: Stuntz 1st, Klokow 2nd, To- bin 3rd, Gittere 4th. In the 100-yard dash the winners were: Klokow 1st, Kinkel 2nd, Stuntz 3rd, Longley 4th. In the ladies' race there were a num- ber lined up at the tape, the prize be- ing a valuable one. The fortunates were: Miss Beniish 1st, Miss Densen 2nd, Miss Adams 3rd, Miss Slattery 4th. Miss Cassidy and others "also ran." The old men's race was next called by Geo. McClure, the able announcer, and a fast bunch of old men were on the line rea^y for the word. The bet- ting was on Shank with odds 5 to 1. but the dark horse Reichert won by a nose with Brucker a close 2nd. Slat- tery 3rd, Priesach 4th, and a dozen "also rans." The relay race was won by Palmer's men, who have been in training since their last defeat about a year ago. The runners werei Wal- ther, Kinkel, Griever, Stuntz, Clark and Longley. The tug-of-war was about the hard- est pull the greenhouse men have had in some time. Their opponents, the store men, who naturally are of light weight, gave them a hard time and only lost by one-half inch, t^e time being two minutes. Time keepei-. ex-President Sandiford; judge, Louis Neubeck. W. A. Adams furnished rope and cheers. The consolation race was won by Fcebelcorn 1st, Jack Jerome 2nd, Sav- age 3rd, Clark 4th, Campbell 5th. Arth Beyer was booked for the winner, but was side-stepped by President Slattery and in consequence was dragged on the green grass and ruined a new shirt. The hop, step and jump was won by Longley, with Greiver 2nd, Kinkel 3rd, Stuntz 4th. .4fter a brief rest the ball game was called — greenhouse men vs. store men. Such notables' as Scott, Boettger, Get- tre, Foebelcorn, Frank, Cloudsley, Eh- ma'n, Shank and R. Scott played for the greenhouses; and Kreamer, Griev- er, Kinkel, Longley, Beyer, Clarke, Git- tere, Jerome and Walther for the store men. E. C. Brucker had charge of the fountain and refreshments and the players were in excellent condition. In the fourth inning the greenhouses made four tallies, but in the sixth the storemen got the batting fever and se- cured six runs on a fumble of Beyers. The batteries were in excellent con- dition and deserve much credit. After the games all were ordered to th:: banquet hall which was beautifully decorated in the club's colors. Brief remarks were made by Toastmaster 172 HO KTl CU LTU RE. August 7, 1909 Kasting who stated that he had come S8 miles to enjoy a gathering of this liind, W. A. Adams, Pres. Slattery, Chas. Keitsch and others. The prizes were then distributed to the lucky winners. All in all a very pleasant day's outing was had by all and the committee is again to be congratulated upon their success. A PLEASANT SEND-OFF. S. S. Rutterfield, who is leaving New Yor'-: for the west, was tendered a fare- well luncheon at the Hotel Earlington on Friday afternoon, July 30, by a part> of friends in the New York Flor- ists' Club as a testimonial of their es- teem for his companionship and his work in the club and their good wishes for his success in his new field. There wore present: C. B. 'Weathered, who presided; F. H. Traendly, W. P. Sheri- dan, John Young, C. H. Totty, F. L,. Moore, A. Jaenecke, Robert Simpson, F. R. Pierson, J. Austin Shaw, John Eirnie. H. E. Froment, A. H. Langjahr, E. Dailledouze, A. T. De La Mare, A. F. Faulkner, Henry Weissman, I. S. Hendrickson and the guest of honor, S. S. Butterfield. Speeches were made by all and Mr. Totty presented Mr. But- terfield on behaif of his friends— those present and some who. were absent — a solid silver set of table cutlery. Mr. Butterfield responded appreciatively. J. Austin Shaw read the following original verses; I'm sure we wish, — both you and I, — The West may of its fortunes yield, Give good success and sunny sky And happy years to Butterfield. So here's a toast, let's drink together: Long may he live to bless his kin; Find there but little stormy weather; All of life's battles bravely win. Featliep hjs nest with softest down, Reap the reward of strong endeavor, Soon he the mayor of Buttertown, Lots of "mazuma" quickly gather. And when the evening shadows fall, — Say about nineteen fifty-five, — May you, and he, and I, and all. Still be on earth, and "very much alive." GARDENERS' AND FLORISTS' CLUB OF BOSTON. The Gardeners' and Florists' Club of Boston will hold a field day at the Framingham Nurseries of W. B. 'Whit- tier & Co. on Saturday, August 14. Members and friends will kindly take Boston and 'Worcester electrics leaving Park Square at 1 o'clock. The Fram- ingham Nurseries cover 175 acres and should prove very interesting to all ■who can attend. A cordial invitation Is extended to any interested friends who may not be club members to join in this field day. W. N. CRAIG, Secretary. Obituary, Jlassey went there with her father in 1S35. NEW YORK BOWLING TEAM. Having been appointed captain and manager of the New York Club's Bow- ling 'Team at the Cincinnati Conven- tion by the committee of arrange- ments, F. H. Traendly, F. R. Pierson and John Young, I designate Aug. 6th, iOth and 13th, 7 p. m., at Thum's Al- leys. Broadway and 31st St., entrance 31st St., as the official evenings for making records to determine the team that will bowl in the national contest. Thcce failing at these record tests will not be considered eligible for the team. ROBERT E. BERRY. lOP, W. 103rd St., New York. Mrs. Asa Gray. Having outlived her famous husband more than a score of years and edited many of his letters and unfinished manuscript, Mrs. Jane L. Gray, widow of Asa Gray, the great botanist, died July 29 at "Burnside," Pride's Cross- ing, Mass., the summer home of her nieces. Miss Katheriije P. Loring and Miss Louisa P. Loring. Mrs. Gray was keenly interested in the scientific re- searches of her husband and assisted him actively. She was 84 years old and a native of Boston. Mr. Gray died in ISSS. The funeral took place at the cura- tor's house within the Harvard Bo- tanical Garden at Cambridge, where Mrs. Gray continued to live after her husband's death. Burial was in the family lot in Mt. Auburn cemetery. Varnum Frost. 'Varnum Frost died at his home in Arlington, Mass., on July 30, aged S4 yrs, 7 mos. Mr. Frost was long wide- ly known in the field of horticulture and agriculture. He was a very suc- cessful farmer and was one of the first to engage in market gardening. He went to Arlington when the place was thinly settled and he lived long enough to see nearly all of his original farm built upon. He retiied from active life several years ago and since that time has made his home with a daugh- ter. He was an active member of the Massachusetts Horticultural Society, serving on many important committees for a period of nearly halt a century. Richard G. Beneke. Richard G. Beneke, of St. Louis, brother of J. J. Beneke, died on 'Wed- nesday, July 28, at the age of 49. Mr. Beneke was employed at the City Park Department and was well known among the trade, having been at one time in the store of his brother on Olive street. The funeral took place on July 30. He leaves a wife and two grown children. His many friends sent beautiful floral pieces and the St. Louis Florist Club sent a large stand- ing wreath. Mrs. Caroline C. Massey. Mrs. W. N. Rudd has the sympathy of the trade in the loss of her mother, Mrs. Caroline C. Massey, who passed away at the home of her son, at Al- bany, N. Y. The funeral was held at the Rudd residence at Blue Island, a suburb of Chicago, and interment was made at Mount Greenwood. It is in- teresting to note that Mrs. Massey was the daughter of Norman Rexford, the first settler in Blue Island, and Mrs. Edward M. Lyman. Edward M. Lyman, founder of the firm of E. M. Lyman & Son, Spring- field, Mass., died on August 1, at the age of 84. He built up an extensive seed business, and carried into it the experience gained from the Shakers by whom he was employed as a young man. He is survived by a widow and a son, Albert E.. president of the com- pany. John R. Hellenthal. John R. Hellenthal, who has been engaged in the florist business since 1.S5S, died on July 27 at his home in Columbus, 0., where he has resided for thirty years. He was connected with many local organizations and ah ac- tive worker in all. He has been a member of the S. A. F. from the first convention in Cincinnati, in 1885, until 1904. Heman Copeland. Hteman Copeland, a pioneer market gardener and the largest in No. Bridge- water, Mass., in the early days of that town, died in Chula 'Vista, Calif., on July 25, at the age of 66. A widow and two brothers survive him. George Walker. George Walker, superintendent and care taker of the Jabez Elliott Flower Market, Cincinnati, O., since it was started, died on July 25. An earnest worker whose place will be hard to fill. PERSONAL. John Forbes has resigned his posi- tion as gardener for Mrs. William B. Leeds at Newport, R. I. Jacob Peterson has taken the position of manager for the Warren Point Floral Co. Warren Point, N. Y. E. J. Deal, of W. W. Johnson & Son, Boston, Eng., is due in New York on Aug. 5. He will stop at the Imperial. Visitors in Boston this week: W. A. Manda, So. Orange, N. J.; C. B. Weath- ered, New York; James Stuart, Mama- roneck, N. Y. Fred Coles, A. J. Newell and D. Iliflb started from Boston on Monday night on a sight seeing trip to New York and Philadelphia. Frank Howard Oransky, a florist of Cambridge, Mass., feels that his name Is a business disadvantage, a cause of social prejudice, a financial detriment and a personal inconvenience. There- fore, weighed down with this long list of troubles, all caused by his last name, he petitions the Middlesex Pro- liate Court for the right to lop off ' fJransky" and allow him to hence- forth be known as Frank Howard. August 7, 1909 HORTICULTURE 173 ROSES AND THEIR CULTURE FOR COMMERCIAL PURPOSES. Paper Read Before the Morris Co. Garden- ers' and Florists' Society, April 14, 1909, by Wm. G. Badgley. As you all know, there are a few well defined principles and rules regu- lating planting, watering, cutting, ty- ing, ventilating, etc., and, as these rules have been thoroughly threshed out before you time and again and, furthermore, as they have been prac- tically accepted and adopted by all, we will not at this time go over them. Selecting a Site. The first thing to consider, and 1 now speak to those who have not as yet started in the rose growing busi- ness or those who contemplate ex- panding, is where to locate and what style of house to build. As to loca- tion I would say that this question should be well thought out before starting. Here are a few points in this matter to consider! A location near a railroad station should be se- cured, not too far from the point where your goods are to be disposed of, as selling cut flowers, be it through a commission house or otherwise, should be watched as closely as the fires In your boilers, I assure you. Then, again, being located closely to a shipping point will save you con- siderable in the way of teaming, cart- ing supplies, shipping goods, carfares, etc., which expense will be perpetual. You should also select a location on property that is not too expensive, for the more you pay for your property the greater is your investment, and, therefore your place would have to pay just that much more on the capi- tal invested to show the same percent- age of gain as it would do on less ex- pensive ground. This would also be a perpetual expense. In securing property to erect your houses on, you should consider how the ground lays, what kind of a bot- tom you will have, whether or not your cellars would be dry, what kind of soil you are getting to grow your plants in, whether you are getting enough ground to expand on, and whether the property is in a place likely to Increase in value. Property that is as nearly level as can be se- cured, with some place to run your cellar drains into. Is the best. You should not build where you cannot drain, unless your bottom is gravel, as water In your cellar and standing around your houses is very detri- mental and discouraging. The Question of Soil. A sandy or gravelly bottom is desirable, as this kind of bottom will absorb surplus water from water- ing and rains quickly, leaving the bot- tom of your houses practically dry. This you will find to be a big advan- tage in battling black spot and mil- dew. I would advise, by all means, when purchasing property for this purpose, to get enough, for the prob- abilities are you will never buy as cheaply again. You will need it to ex- pand on, and you should have enough to procure all soils for growing pur- poses from. I believe that soil for ■j;iiiiiiMiiiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiimiiiiiim: I RHODODENDRONS, ANDROMEDAS, KALMIASl I AND SPECIMEN EVERGREENS | I JOHN WATERER & SONS, Ltd. I I AMERICAN NURSERY f I BAGSHOT - = - .. 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In preparing soil in the field one can, by plowing in one or two crops of green stuff, cultivating, applying lime, bone, and stable manure, in sufficient quantities obtain a soil that will by giving a light top dressing of one-half rotten cow manure and one- half good soil, once in the spring and once in the fall, or oftener when the vigor of your plants call for it, pro- duce better results with less expense than by using cow manure in the man- ner spoken of above. I recommend top dressing with a good sheep manure, which should be watered in for the purpose of general feeding. I say sheep manure, because this article contains nearly the right proportions of phosphoric acid, potash and nitro- gen and ammonia. Apply at the rate of about 200 lbs. to a 20 x 150 ft house about once a month, or a little oftener in the long days when your plants are growing rapidly. A watering of good, strong, fresh cow manure liquid once a month is a very good way of feeding also. I would say that in a light soil which dries out quickly, and where water can be applied often, feeding can be done oftener to advantage. Dimensions of House. As to size of house. — As I have had no practical experience in building, operating, or maintaining the larger or modern houses, I therefore can give no experience in the matter, of my own, but I will say a few words based on what I have gathered from observa- tion, and the related experience of well known growers. A house from forty to sixty feet in width, built of what is known as Iron construction with concrete sides and cast iron posts set in concrete, is about what is considered perfection at the present time. A house of this character can be built for less money per square foot of ground space covered than wooden houses of the old style eighteen or twenty feet wide. They are easier and less expensive to operate and will produce better goods under identical conditions, as well as being less expensive to keep in repair, and will cover less ground as there will be less wasted space between them. As to the length of house, I would say that it makes no difference how long a house is, if partitioned at intervals of 150 or 200 ft, providing the heating and management can be economically and satisfactorily ar- ranged. To give an idea of the extremes to which some of our growers have gone, will mention a house I have in mind which is 156 ft. wide and 725 ft. long. This house according to its owners, is giving perfect satisfaction, and they have under construction at the pres- ent time a house 174 ft. wide and 725 ft. long. This should be watched with interest by all. I also know of another house 1340 ft. long and 60 ft. wide, which I know has produced as fine Killarney as was ever grown, and its owner says that he would build it longer if he had the ground to build it on. While at the Rose Show in Buffalo, I visited a place where there were a number of what is known as pipe con- struction houses, that is to say, the posts, plates, purlins, rafters, columns, trusses and joints were all made of pipes and pipe fittings. I understand that this style of house can be built considerably cheaper than those that are known as the regular Iron con- struction houses. This style, as 1 looked it over, appealed to me very much. I consider that it would pay anyone to look into the matter before building. (To be continued') '^t> 174 HORTICULTURE. August 7, 1909- Seed Trade AMERICAN SEED TRADE ASSOCIA- TION. President, J. C. Robinson, Waterloo, Veb. ; li'lrst Vice-President. M. H. Duryea, New York; Second Vice-President, F. W. Itolglano, Washington. D. C; Seeretary- rreasurer. C. E. Kendel, Cleveland, Ohio; Assistant Secretary, Leonard H. Vaughan, v.'hlcago. WHOLESALE SEEDSMEN'S LEAGUE. F. W. Bruggerhof, Pres.; Burnet Land- reth, Sec'y. The Other Side of the Free Seed Con- troversy. Editor of HORTICULTURE: Dear Sir: — In several of the recent numl)ers of the trade journals letters and items have appeared that reflect on the manner in which the free seed distriliution is being conducted by the Department of Agriculture. The writer of this holds no brief for the officials of the Department and is convinced that they are well able to take care of themselves, but he does feel that some one ought to protest against these at- tacks on the men instead of on the measures. The writer has himself been engaged in this work and helped to establish some of the policies that have been followed ever since and he knows whereof he speaks when he says that there is not a responsible official in the Bureau of Plant Industry who would not be glad to have the seed distribution done away with. Much more effort has been made by these men than the seedsmen know of to bring about this result. That they have not succeeded is not their fault, and that the distribution has grown since the work was turned over to this Bureau is only the logical result of good administration The trade should remember . that these men have a hard problem to handle. On the one hand they have to get out the seed, and on the other they have a definite amount of money to use and the seeds must be se3ured within that appropriation. Mr. Lan- dreth recently objected to the fact that the Department had placed a growing contract and wanted to know why this seed could not have been bought out of surplus. The policy of buying sur- plus is well fixed in the Depaitment, and is carried out whenever surplus can be gotten. The writer himself lost an order Iftst fall because another grower offered seeds in surplus that the writer wished to grow for the De- , . partment. To wait till the next sea- son, however, and take a chance on being able to get surplus would be the height of folly. The writer dislikes to see these at- tacks made when he knows that no more honest and conscientious set of men ever handled this work and that if the seedsmen would inform themselves as to the facts they would not take the attitude they are taking. No good will come of this attitude. If the distribu- tion is to be stopped it must come by a gradual changing into other chan- nels and the writer feels sure that the Department would welcome the co- operation of the trade in doing this. The trade ought to work with the UNEEDMETBERMUDA ONION SEED :^e:st i:ivir»i«0'VE:ii> stook: SEND CONTRACT ORDERS AT ONCE FOR I9i0.— Don't Delay. - DO tT NOW. Read what my customers say about me: — "More than pleased." "Your shipment reached us first." " We have splendid reports from the results of your Seeds." *' Will give you all of our future business." " Germination is good." WHITEjCRYSTAL WAX: EARLIEST OF ALL White Bermuda: White and Red* FEDERICO C. VARELA TENERIFFE (CANARY expert onion seed qrower ISLANDS) AND EXPORTER GIANT PRIZE PANSY SEED Our Giant Strain of Pansies should not be compared with the ordinary Giant Grlm- ardeau, as the seed we offer will produce flowers of much heavier texture. Oz. 84.00 3 00 2.00 3 OO 2.«a 3.00 Aznre Blue Black Blue Kmperor 'William.. Hortensia Red.. King; of the Blacks. Lord Heaconsfield . . Trade Pkt. .40 .40 .40 .40 .40 .40 Oz. S3.00 3.00 3.00 3 00 3.00 3.00 Peacock Snow <>ue*-n Striped and Mottled White with Eye Pure Yellow Yellow with Eye Trade Pkt. .60 .40 .40 40 .40 .40 Michell's Qiant Exhibition caoDot be excelled for large size, h^vy texture and beautiful colors. Trade pkt. 50 ; 75c per ' . oz. : per oz. $5.co. Write for our Midsummer Wholesale Catalogue. Henry F. M ichell Co., mi^ "''>" st., Philadelphia, Pa. CP H/IA'DC'C P C fi 48-56 JACKSON ST., . L. IVlUKMi; & LU.San Francisco, Cal. Onion, Lettuce, Sweet Peas ZL California Specialties ofticlalif, antl not be pounding the men who really desire the best interests of the trade and are ready to help so far as tbev can under the circumstances. Notes. The death of Edward M. Lyman, the veteran seedsman of Springfield. Mass.. is recorded in our obituary column. Des Moines, la. — A. A. Geil has brought suit against the Iowa Seed t"o. to recover price of seed which he claims was different from that he pur- chased. Consul-General Paul Nash of Buda- pest, suggests that in view of the de- velopment in horticulture and agricul- ture in Hungary, seedsmen and nur- serymen might find it to their advan- tage to e^vhibit at the international hor- ticultural exposition in Budapest. INCORPORATED. Kansas City, Mo. — T. Lee Adams Seed Co.; T. L. Adams, H. C. Luck, S. Taylor; capital, $10,000. CABBAGE. Succession, Flat Dutch and Savoy, $i.co per looc. $8.50 per TO,t)oo. CBI/ERY. White Plume and Golden Self Blanching. $1.00 per 1000. $8.50 per $10,000. PARSLEY. 35 cts. per 100. $1.25 per 1000. Cash with Order R. VINCENT, JR., & SONS CO. White Marsh, Md. EMINENT NOVELTY 1909 New Hardy Yellow Border Carnation "Comtess Knuth" Splendid cut flowers from July to November. Strong layers, $20 per ICO. Vigor- ous cuttings, $15 per 100. , Larger qnantities, price on appli- cation. Lily of tlie Valley Pips Price on Application. Hjalmar Hartmann & Co. COPENHAGEN, DENMARK MY GIANT CYCLAMEN are ahead in Growth and Flowers, Bloodred, Carmine. Daybreak, Lilac, Pink, Pure White, White carmine eyed, each separate Tr. Pkt. $1.00, icop Seeds $6.00. Above even mixed Tr. Pkt. 75c, looo Seeds $5.00. For larger quantities, special quoiation. O. V ZANCEN. Seedsman, HOBOKEN.N. J. August 7, 1909 HORTICULTURE 175 Ewerything "For the Land's Sake. ' ' The one firm in Boston where all good forms of plant food may be ob- tained, is the Bowker Fertilizer Company, opposite Faneuil Hall at 43 Chatham St. All greenhouse chemicals, Nitrate of Soda, Ground Bone, Potash Salts, Sheep Manure and Wood Ashes can there be had at first hands. BOWKER Everything "For the Land's Sake. " FERTILIZER COMPANY GIANI PANSY SEED The KENILWORTH Strain Is unsurpassed; the Immense flowers of 3% to 4 Inches are of perfect form and sub- stance; every tint and shade is produced In striking combination and endless varia- tion of beautiful colors and markings; It Is the result of years of selection; it embraces the largest and best of English, French, fJerraan and American novelties; 190G seed greatly Improved by rich shades of brown, bronze, red and mahogany. New seed; 1000, 25c; 2000, 40c; 6000, Jl; "4 ex.. $1.40; 'ioz, J2.50; oz., $3. RAl^"BO^V Is a blend of over 60 of the lati^st Introductions of giant pansles of the most beautiful, gorgeous colors blotched, striped, veined, margined, etc. With every $1.00 worth of Kenilwortb strain. I will send 1000 of Rainbow free; and with other amounts Id like proportion. ;^V ^- CATALOGUE Designing and Illustrating I For florists, seerlsnieii. etc. Photogr.iphs I and designs of all kinds carefully made I and promptly submitted. CEO. E. DOW L«178 Washington St, Boston, Mass_ o i« r> K r: :Nr o w French and Dutch Bulbs FOR FALL SHIPMENT Wholesale Price List mailed to Florists on application. Joseph Breck & Sons Corp. 4r-&4 NO. MARKET ST., BOSTON, MASS. In ordering goods please add "I saw It In HORTICULTURE," CI NTI ANSI can only be produced from the Giant Strains. Our CH.4.I,l,KNGE P.*_NSY seed contains only the giant self colors, the giant striped and variegated and the g;lant blutched, all carefully mixed in proportion. You could not buy better seed if you paid !#lOe.OO per ounce. Pansy-Boddi ngton 's Challenge Trade pkt. ' s oz. K oz. 54 oz 1 oz. 50c 75c $1.50 $2.75 $5.00 We also offer pansy seed in separate colors. Write for special price and catalogue. [ARTHUR T.BODDINGTON, 5 .'543 West 14th St., ARTHUR T.B0DDIN6T0N, Seedsman. New York City LEONARD SEED CO. CONTRACT GROWERS AND WHOLESALE DEALERS JEANS, PEAS, SWEET CORN, ONION, GARDEN SEEDS FLOWER S BEDS U6tOUrPriG6S E. KINZIE STREET, CHICACO ESTABLISHED I802 LILIUM HARRISII True stock from most reliable growers PURITY FREESIA SEND FOR COPY OF OUR WHOLESALE BULB CATALOQUB NOW READY J. M. THORBURN & CO. 33 Barclay Street NEW YORK Giant Pansy Seeds Representing seven of the best growers of Europe. Each color or strain packed separately. The pro- portion of light and dark is well blended. Florist Collection— i6 pkt. Hybrid Giants, 8 pkt. Giant Five Blotched, H oz. in each pkt.; in all, 24 pkts., weight 3 or. $7-36 Half Floriftt Collection— 24 pkts., weight ■L% OZ. $1-93 Amateur Collection — 24 pkt., 500 seeds m each pkt., 12,000 seeds, _ $'-50 Cottag^e Collection— i2pkt.,5ooseedsineach pkt., 6,000 seeds, $1-25 Mixture — extra fine, 1000 seeds, 15c. Exhibition Collection — 4 pkt. 503 seeds in each pkt., 2000 seeds. $1.00 Send to dese iptire list of prize uinners JOHN GERARD, New Britain, Conn, Burpee's Seeds PHILADELPHIA Slue List of Wholesale Prices mallei smly to those who plant for profit. Ward's Lily Bulbs Not how cheap, but how good. Ralph M. Ward & Co. 12 W. Broadway, New York Mignonette FARQUHAR'S GIANT Oz., 76c; 1-4 oz., 26c R. & J. Farquhar & Go. 6 & 7 South Market Street BOSTON, MASS. BRIDGEMAN'S SEED WAREHOUSE RICKARDS BROS. Props. 17 Eist latli St., - HEW YORK CITY NEW PRICE LIST of my celebrated winter flowering Sweet Pea Seed Is being mailed. It yon fiaye not received a copy please send for one. New crop of seed will be ready aroond July 16th next. ANT. C. ZVOLANEK Bound Brook, . - . New Jersey BERMUDA LILIES Harrisil and Longlflorum. Selected. Lilium Longlflorum Qiganteum C. S. by the case of 300. THOMAS J. GREY CO. 32 south Market Street. Boston, Mass. FRENCH AND DUTCH BULBS Columbia Farm Harris!! Fischers Purity Freesias Send for trade list. Schlegel & Fottler Go. 26 & 2t So. Market St., BOSTON, MASS. 176 HORTICULTUPK August 7, 1909 JOHN BREITMEYER'S Cor. Miami and Qratiot Aves. DETROIT, MICH. Artistic Designs . . . Higli Grade Cut Blooms We cover all Michigan points and good sections of Ohio, Indiana and Canada. WILLIAM J. SMYTH FLORIST Cor. Wlchigan Ave, and 3l5t St., CHICAGO We ship to all points in Illinois and Iowa. Phones: Douglag744, Douglas 523, Douglas 740 THE FLORIST HAUSWIRTH Out of Town orders for Hospitals Carefully filled. 232 Michigan Ave. CHICAGO AUDITORIUM ANNEX Tel. Hirrlion S8S SAMUEL MURRAY Florist Coates House Conservatory 1017 BROADWAY, KANSAS CITY, MO. Both 'Phones 2670 Main. WASHINGTON, D. C. IZU r 9T.WM The Far-Famed Flowers of TORONTO Delivered on mail or telegraph order for any occasion, in any part ot the Dominion. JOHN H. DUNLOP, 96 Yonse St., - Toronto. Ont. The Park Floral Co. J. A. VALENTINE, Pros. DENVER, COLORADO WILLIAM L. ROCK FLOWER CO. KANSAS CITY. - MO. will carefully execute orders for Kansas City and any town in Missouri or Kansas. NEW YORK, BOSTON, PHILADELPHIA TAKE CARE OF OCEAN STEAHERS Can Diliver to LAKE STEAHERS NORTHWEST and NORTHLAND W.J. Palmer & Sod, 304 HalnSt., Buffalo, N.Y. Of Interest to Retail Florists Cleveland, O.— E. A. Cliff & Son have moved two stores west, wliere better business facilities are gained. Cleveland, O. — Westman & Getz, iA\2'i Euclid avenue, have made many recent improvements in the interior of their store. NEW FLOWER STORES. St. Louis, Mo. — The Bentzen Floral Co. Winchester, Va. — New Florists' Store, .Jack .Muff. prop. Baltimore, Md. — Frank Meyerdirck, Fayette and Liberty streets. S; STEAMER DEPARTURES 3 Allan. Numidiau. Boston-Glasgow... American. St. Paul, N. Y.-S'hampton Atlantic Transport Slinneapolis, N. Y. -London.. Minuetonka, N. Y. -London. . . Cunard. Saxonia. Boston-Liverpool Campania, X. Y. -Liverpool. . , Cannanja, N. Y. -Liverpool.. . . I.usitania, N. Y. -Liverpool.. . . French Line. La Touraine. N. Y.-Havre. .. La Bretagne, N. Y.-Havre... Hamburg-American Pennsylvania, N. Y'.-H'mb'g. Hamburg, N. Y.-Med. Pts... Deutschland, N. Y.-H'mb'g. . Pres. Lincoln, N. Y*.-H'mb'g. Holland-America. Aug. 20 Aug. 14 Aug. 14 ,Aug. 21 ,Aug. 10 Aug. 11 Aug. 14 Aug. 18 Aug. 12 Aug. 19 Aug. 11 Aug. 14 ,Aug. 14 ,Aug. 18 Itotterdam. N. Y'. -Rotterdam. .Aug. 10 ityndam, N. Y. -Rotterdam.. . .Aug. 17 Leyland Line. Cestriau, Boston-Liverpool. . .Aug. 14 North German Lloyd. Kpr. Cecile, N. Y'. -Bremen. .. .Aug. 10 Bremen, N. Y'. -Bremen Aug. 12 Berlin, N. Y.-Medfn Pts Aug. 14 White Star. Teutonic. N. Y.-S'hampton. . .Aug. 11 Baltic, N. Y'. -Liverpool Aug. 14 Ottawa. Montreal-Liverpool. .Aug. 14 § Adriatic, N. Y.-S'hampton Aug. 18 ALBANY NOTES. Wm. C. Gloeckner is having his store repainted and decorated. Business is reported as very quiet owing to the extreme lieat. F. A. Danlver is summering at Nas- sau, Rensselaer Co., N. Y. H. G. Eyres is spending a week fish- ing at Hague, Lake George. Frank Williams, of Eyres', has re- turned from his wedding trip spent at New York City. J. H. Moran, employed by H. G. Eyres, has returned from a two weeks' vacation at Niagara Falls. The regular meeting of the Albany Florists' Club was held Thursday even- ing, Aug. 5th, at the greenhouses of F. A. Danker. Albany florists who will attend the convention are, P. A. Danker, E. Tracey, W. C. Gloeckner and Mrs. A. DeG. Wemple. A special meeting of the committee of the coming flower show was held July 29 and it was decided to hold the exhibition Nov. 11. 12, 13. Recent visitors: James Slattery, representing Thos. F. Galvin, Boston; J. F. Dayton, representing the Madison Basketcraft Co., Madison, 0.; James J. Kairins, representing Henry A. Dreer. Philadelphia. ALEX. MeCONNELL B7I FIFTH AVENUE NEW YORK CITY Telegraphic orders forwarded U> any part of the United States, Canada, aad all principal cities of Europe. Orders transferred or intrusted by the trade to our selection for delivery on steamships or elsewhere receive special attention. TelephoneCalls,487and 488 MurrayHill Cable Address, ALEXCONRELL DAVID CLARKE'S »ONs Dellrer orders from any part of the countrr t» New York City Or OUT-QOINQ STEAJWERS Write or telegraph 2139-2141 Broadway, New York Telephone 1353-1533 Columbus YOUNG & NUeiNT 42 West 28 St., NEW YORK " FLOWtRS BY TELEORAnt" 4t3ANY, N. V. Flowerg or Design Work ©KUVERED IN ALBANY AND VICDOTt ON TELEGRAPHIC ORDER. 11 NORTH PEARL ST., ALBANY. N.T. Flower Deliveries In Brookl.vn and other Long Island Points New York City, New Jersey, etc. At Theatres, Hotels, Steamers or Residences. WILSON Fulto» St. and Greene Aie., Brooklyn, N. Y. DANKER, TT' ORDERS FOR Choice Flowers and Floral Emblems FILLED PROiHPTLV Orders by Wire Receive Prompt and Careful Execution J. Newman & Sons Corporation 24 Tremont Street, BOSTON Theater, Steamer and Funeral Flowers Our Specialty We can refer to leading florists in all principal cities. Established 1870. BOSTON'S BEST In Quality and Design Ctal be relied npon when you transfer jpoot retail orders to EDWARD MACMULKIN 194 Boylston Street. Boston For Steamen tailing from Montreal and Quebec Order by Mail or Telegraph from MONTREAL C«reful attention aid prompt c^elivery. LOUISVILLE, KY. JACOB SCHULZ, 650 South Fourth Ave. August 7, 1909 HORTICULTURk- 177 CHICAGO NOTES. General News. The special buyers' rates made by all railroad lines now, are bringing buy- ers into Chicago. Their tickets have to be signed by the Chicago Commer- cial Club. Some of the finest Easter lilies seen on the market in a long time were shown by Bassett & Washburn, who have a large house of lilies just com- ing in bloom. They are all cold stor- age Giganteums and very fine for this time of year when good flowers are scarce. The body of C. W. Smith, traveling salesman tor the Leonard Seed C«., came ashore at Gary, Ind.. and was ider.tified by his brother. Mr. Smith lost his life July ISth while bathing at the Chicago Beach Hotel and his body was in the water ten clays. The funeral servipes and interment were at Oakwoods CemeteiT. Chicago, July 30. The casket was covered with a blanket of roses. Personal. F. Oechsliu is on a businfess trip East. W. W. Barnard has recovered and is On a trip to Wisconsin. Martha Guuderberg of the Flower Growers' Market, is at Fairmont, Iowa. Miss Hertha Tonner of the Flower Growers' Market, has gone to Michi- gan. John Wilcox, of W. W. Barnard's, buried his mother last week at Lem- ington. Wis. W. L. Palinsky is enlarging his store at 64 Palmer street, and making other improvements. Miss Frances Brundage of E. H. Hunt's, will spend two weeks at Gales- burg, 111., and points in Missouri. Miss Clara Burkart returned from two weeks in Indiana. Miss Burkart is in the supply department of E. H. Hunt Co. T. E. Waters of Randall's, received a tele4;ram Monday announcing the death of his brother, Robt. J. Waters, in Boston. Mr. and Mis. Robert Lange of the North Side, are enjoying a month's outing leaving their retail store in the capable hands of their son. O. P. Bassett, C. L. Washburn and K. B. Washburn returned from their northern trip Sunday. They found the florists along their route hospitably inclined and enjoying a good business. Augustus H. Goodwin, vice-president of the W. W. Barnard Co., Chicago, and Mrs. Goodwin, were presented with a gold medal by the Italian Govern- ment in recognition of their services in Palermo directly after the earthquake. Visitors: — J. R. Falkenstein of Na- persville; Mis. S. B. Stewart of Stewart Seed Co., Omaha, Neb.; Mr. Pfitzer of Sttittgart, Germany: Gus Frederickson of St Joseph, Mich.; Aug. Dressier, Crown Point, Ind.: Mr. Edlefsen of the Edlefsen-Leideger Co., Milwaukee, Wis.; Mrs. C. E. Schaefer of LaCross Floral Co.; .John Stamm, Hutchinson, Kan.; J. E. Meinhart, Leavenworth, Kan. PHILADELPHIA NOTES. Thos. Roberts, of Colonel Morrell's, Torrcsdalf, writes from L,ondon under date of July 23 announcing all well, glorious weaivier, fine trip, Kew gar- dens unrivalled in the world and everything in a concatenation accord- ingly. A. E. Sterling, forester for the P. R. R., and Paul Huebner in a similar capacity for the Reading R. R., are the active spirits in the local arrange- ments for the entertainment of the R. R. Gardeners' Association, which meets in its third annual session at Horticul- tural Hall, August 24th. Geo. B. Moul- der of the Illinois Central R. R., Chi- cago, is the secretary of the association and will appreciate any courtesies ex- tended to the visitors by local horticul- ti rists. A few automobiles for a trip around town, and an invitation to Ford- hool;, etc., would seem to be in order. Also the freedom of the Florists' Club, and a reception committee! A party of gardeners from the Penn- sylvania Horticultural Society visited Fordhook Farms, Doylestown, Pa., on the 5th inst. Among the delegates who took part in this enjoyable occa- sion were: Thomas Logan, William Kleinheinz, William Robertson, Fran- cis Canning, Samuel Batchelor, Joseph Hurley. Thomas Long, John Hobson, J. McCleary, and Thomas Holland. After the hospitalities of the old homestead — presided over by Howard Earl, the Burpee manager and his wife, — the visitors inspected the elaborate trial grounds of this great seed firm and were enthusiastic in their praise as to what these experiments mean to the advancement of horticulture in Amer- ica. If two be good looking, suave and debonair, something is liable to hap- pen. After gazing at each other with indescribable and ever-increasing de- light for three long weeks two souls were at last riveted together, deter- mined not to resist the honest im- pulses of the Creator any longer. Their destiny was plain as day before them. Why hesitate" And so it is our pleas- ant duty to chronicle the wedding of J. Max Nitschke of Habermehl's Belle- vue-Stratford emporium, to Miss Chry- stil Mueller on July 31st at high noon. After lunch at the French Club, at- tended by a merry party of friends who were profufee in wishing the young couple good luck, good fame, good for- tune, a start was made for Wildwood, N. J., after which a tour of Canada was on the program. After August 20th the intrepid voyagers will be pleased to welcome their friends at 5130 Ludlow street. West Philadelphia. This is the kind of news I like to write. Hurry up you hesitating swains. Life is short. Springfield, Mo. — The Pioneer Floral Co. at a recent annual meeting re- elected their officers for another year as follows: President, W. M. Mur- ray; vice-president, L. H. Murray; secretary and treasurer, R. R.' Rlck- etts; manager, W. J. Shaffitzel. THE BEST LETTERS Boston Florist Letter Go. 66 PEARIi ST., BOSTON N. F. McCahthy, MgT. Order direct or buy from your local aupply dealer. Insist on harmc the BOSTON InscriptioKt, Emblems, etc.. Always in Stock "FLOWERS BY TELEGRAPH." Leading Retail Florists Listed by Towns for Ready Reference. Denver, Colo.— Park Floral Co., 1706 Broadwav. Washington D. C— Gude Bros., 1214 F St Chicago— Hauswlrth, "rhe Florist," 239 Michigan Ave. Chlcago^ -William J. Smith, Mtcbisan Ave. and 3l8t St. Chicago— George Wittbold Co., 1657-69 Bnckingham Place. Louisville, Ky. — Jacob Schulz, 650 Soatb Fourth Ave. Boston— Tbos. F. Galvln, 124 Tremont St. Boston— Edward MacMulkln, 194 Boyl- ston St. Boston — Hoffman, Florist, 59.61 Masu- chusetts Ave. Boston — J. Newman & Sons, Inc., 24 Tre- mont St. Boston — Jnllns A. ZInn, 2 Beacon St. Wellesley, Mass.— Tallby. Detroit, Mich. — J. Breltmeyer's Sou, Miami and Gratiot Aves. Kansas City, Mo. — Samuel Murray, 1071 Broadway. Kansas City, Mo. — Wm. L. Rock Flower Co., 1116 Walnut St. Albany, N. Y.— H. G. Eyres, 11 N. Pearl St. Albany, N. Y.— F. A. Danker, 40 Maiden Lane. N9>T York — David Clarke's Sons, 2139- 2141 Broadway. New York- Alex. McConnell, 571 5th Ave. New York- Young & Nugent, 42 W. 28tli St. Brooklyn, N. Y.— Robert G. WUson, Ful- ton St. and Greene Ave. BufTalo. N. Y.— Palmer's, 304 Main St. Montreal, Can.— P. McKenna & Son, St. Catherine and Gay Sts. Toronto, Can.— J. H. Dunlop, 96 Yonge St. In writing advertisers kindly men- tion HORTICULTURE. N. E. FLOWER DELIVERIES Send flower orders for delivery in Boston and all New England points to THOS. F. GALVIN 124 Tremont St., Boston TRANSFER Vour orders for flower or plant deliv- ery in Eastern New England to JULIUS A. ZINN 2 Beacon St., Boston WELLESLEY COLLEGE Dana Hall, Walnut Hill and Rockrldee Hall Schools. TAILBY, Wellesley, Mass. Tel, WtUulcy 44-1 and s. Ni(ht 44-3. 178 HORTICULTURE August 7, 190» AS'rE>i«s BEST, $2.09 aOOD, $l.00-$l.50 MEDIUM, 7Sc. per 100. MY MARYLAND $3.00— $8.00 per 100 BRONZE GALAX $7.50 per Case THE LEO NIESSEN CO. 1209 Arch St., Philadelphia, Pa. Open from 7 a. m. to 6 p. m. ^MlllilllllllllllllllllliiillllllllllllllllllllililiilllllllllliiiilllliilllllE I To Cut Flower Growers and | = Retail Florists i IF YOU want to find a market for your product want a regular or special supply of the product of the best growers Consult the Advertisements on these Wholesale Flower Pages E The Advertisers Represented Here are the Leading S E Concerns in the Wholesale Flower Trade 5 iillililllllllllllllllllllillllllllllUllilllllllllilllllllllllllllllllllllllllR Daily Supplies of the best the Season affords. W.E.McKISSiCK&BROS.,^P?o"J!lfi' 1619-1621 RansteadS'.. Philadelphia R / • \ r CUT FLOWER BOXES EDWARDS FOI.DING BOX CO MANUFACTURERS PHILADELPHIA, PA. J \ . .. ' /' L CHAS. f . McKELUR 51 WABASH AVE., CHICAGO Western Headquarters for Choice Orchids Valley, Roses and all Cut Flowers PETER REINBERQ WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS 51 Wabash Av., Chicago, 111. Long Distance Phone, Central 6004 WINTERSON'S SEED STORE 45-47-49 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Seedsmen, Plantsmen, Nurserymen Florists* Supplies Wl' tan supijlv I'ver.vthing used liy th» . ^ r.T.1^ ,,T ■»• i . * 'I' * T , i/^ I.' f> XT' IT. t^nv Cor- Kloiist. SUri'LY CATALOG FUEE." respoudeuce solicited. POEHLMANN BROS. GO. 33-35-37 Randolph St., • CHICAGO CUT FLOWERS Qreenhouses, - Morton Qrova, IIL Rice BrotKers lis N. 6tli Street, niNNEAPOLlS. niNN. WHOLESALE FLORISTS and SUPPLIES CUT FLOWERS receiyed Iwice daily, and can fill Konlers to your satiifaction, A complete lice ol Jt Greens — WTLD SMILAX, BOXWOOD, ■ARDY FANCY FERNS. GALAX LEAVES. Write for quotations on large quantities. In ordering goods please add "I saw It In HORTICULTURE." WELCH BROS. AMERICAN BEAUTY, KILLARNEY, RICHnOND. HARVLAND AND ALL THE SUPERIOR ROSES, LILY OP THE VALLEY, CARNATIONS, ORCHIDS 226 Devonshire Street, Boston, Mass. WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKETS— "^"^ ""'"^S'EirkM o«.v CHICAGO Aug. ^ I TWUf CITIES I I Aug. 4 I PHXLA. Aug. 3 BOBTOI Aug- 5 ROeSS I Am. Beauty, Fancy and Special. ■ -ac-oo " Extra 115 00 " No. 1 13. 00 " Lower grades. I 5.00 BrWe/Maid.Chaienay, F. & S...-; 400 " '* l^ower grades | 2.00 KittftMey, Fan. & Sp.. 4.00 Lower grades Ricfamood, Fancy & Special. . • " Lower grades My Maryland, Kaiserin 2.00 6.00 5.C0 25^.01- 20 00 15. ot 10. OL 6.ot 4.0t 6.00 4 00 8 oc 6.0c i^AffHIATIONS t.oo to MISCELLANEOUS Gladioli Asters CaxttfeyOfi LiBes Lily o< the Valley Mignonette . Sweet Peas . •75 to 1.50 )5.oo to 50.00 10 00 to 12.00 2.00 to 3.00 2.00 to <.oc .4^ to •75 Gardenias 1 to Xdbmtmn to i.co Snllaa | *x> "oo Aipatagtis PlumofiUfi . strtogB (100)40.00 tio 5000 " ** & Spren. (toobch8.}ji5-oo to 20.00 I 5.00 12. 00 4 00 2,00 4.00 2.00 5.00 3.0L. 4.00 3. CO 1. 00 40 00 10.00 2.00 2.CO .40 ■75 10.00 35- 00 33.00 30.00 20.00 15.00 10.00 6.o«- 4.00 7.00 4.0c 8. CO 5 CO 6.00 5. CO 2.00 50, ot 12.50 4.00 4.0c .50 1. 00 15.-0 50.00 50.00 15.00 S.oc 3.C0 4. o 1.50 4 00 I 00 3-00 2.00 2.ce to to to to to to to t.50 to 43.00 10.00 2.00 6 .00 to -75 10. CO 35.00 85.00 )8 oc 15 00 10 00 4 oc 5-co 3.C0 5.00 3. CO 5.CO 3.00 3.00 4.00 2. 00 50.00 12.00 3.00 1. 00 .50 25.00 I.CO 15.00 50.00 50.00 ae.oo 12.00 4.00 2.00 3.00 ■50 6.00 .50 6.00 .75 tm 4 00 ■ <5 ^0.00 8.00 i^w 1. 00 OS 8.00 .75 10.00 95.00 15*0 25.00 ■i:: 3 «> 6 00 2.00 8.0* lo.ao 4.00 8.o» 6 00 .75 40.«o lo.to 3.00 2.00 .SO so.«* 1.25 i2.a« fO.OO ■ J.CO J.A.BUOL0NG Boses and Oamatlons 37-39 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. -CUT FLOWERS WHOLESALE 6B0WER Henry M. Robinson J. Margolis Chas. Robinson HENRY M. ROBINSON & CO. WHOLESALE COMMISSION DEALERS IN CUT FLOWERS- FLORISTS' SUPPLIES AND HARDY CUT EVERGREENS 15 PROVINCE ST., 9 CHAPMAN PLACE Long Distance Telephones oncxAM M A ^^ 2617-2618 MAIN CUi lUi'l, MASd. FLORISTS' SUPPLIES Sent! for New Oatalogua H. Bayersdorfer & Co. 1129 ARCH ST., PHILADELPHIA. Prices Quoted in these Columns are for Dealers Only When Writine; to Advertisers Please Mention HORTICULTURE. August 7, 1909 HORTICULTURE 179 Flower Market Reports. Conditions remaiu about BOSTON the sr.me as for the past few weeks, with the ex- cept iou ot asters and sweet peas, the market being simply flooded with them and in consequence prices liave broken badly. Roses are also in abundance, but mostly from small plants; but prices are holding well. Gladioli are plentiful, but of a poor quality. Trade has been much BUFFALO on the quiet side with sufficient stock of all kinds. Asters and gladioli are coming in more plentifully than the week pre- vious. Lilies of all varieties are too plentiful. Roses and carnations are of poor quality and sweet peas are about as plentiful as ever. It is hoped that the market will improve as every- thing has been draggy. The last week in July CHICAGO showed up well compared with the previous weeks iu point of business. Not that there was any great rush of trade or any- thing like high prices, but the busy days made the florists think of the good times coming when business shall start up again. Each day makes the stock of Beauties better in quality and the demand is increasing accordingly. Asters are also gaining in length of stem and size of bloom. Sweet peas are on the retired list and in some wholesale houses carnations are prac- tically occupying the same position. Roses are coming in as fast as the demand requires. Kaiserins are of very good quality and this flower is at its best now. L.ast week proved PHILADELPHIA rather a disap- pointment, busi- ness being more sluggish than the week previous. There was a fair de- mand for high-giade stock, such as orchids, lily of the valley and roses; but on lower-priced items such as asters and gladioli, the market was very sleepy. Of course, where asters were very good they went well, but the vast majority of them could not be graded first-class. All kinds of flowers were more plentiful than at any time since summer business commenced, and the usual end of the week cleanup by the street men, did not mateiialize — the city being half empty on account of vacations What few sweet peas were seen around were mostly from eastern points. Nothing of import- NEW YORK ance has transpired to disturb the seren- ity and listlessness of these midsum- mer days in the flower market district. A little flurry in the morning hours when some out-of-town florist strikes luck in the shape of a little order for something that it is hard to get, is about the only sign of activity. Keep- ing store open is, in fact, a mere form- ality on the part of most of the oity florists. Good material is not abun- dant, but there is enough for all de- mauds. -Asters are coming in heavily — some of them very handsome. Nym- phaeas and other water flowers are coming in in beautiful variety. AS- GREEK-AMERICAN FLORISTS' SOCIATION. This very much alive New York or- ganization "improved the shining hour" last Thurs- day by holding their annual pic- n i c at Witzel's Point grounds. The gentlemen wh(>are active in the affairs of the Association are thoroug h br e d s, and when any- thing in the na- ture of an enter- tainment is on they go the whole length. Naturally this outing was a brilliant success like its predeces- sors, and a large lumber of florists of other races and nationalities were included among the at- t e n d a n t s who numbered fully 45u. The games were many, in- cluding bowling, discus throwing. .Vlai'athon and other races, etc., and a base ball game between Americans and Greeks, which was won by the former by a score of 7 to 6, t h e trophy being a handsome vase which has been displayed since in .John I. Raynor's window. IVIiss Lea- vitt, bookkeeper at Guttman's whole- sale flower store, won the prize, a beau- tiful bracelet, iu the young ladies' race. All the games were well contested. That there was splendid music, a sumptuous dinner, and plenty of danc- ing goes without saying. George D. Nicholas delivered an eloquent address in Greek and English. Philadelphia, Aug. 2, '09 All quotations on FIELD GROWN CARNATION PLANTS as ad- vertised previous to this date are ^^^ hereby withdrawn. YOaui"^ "^e now offer the following: varie- ties at prices listed below. All the cleanest and largest plants of the season : MRS. LAWSON ENCHANTRESS VARIEGATED LAWSON VHITE LAWSON LADY BOUNTIFUL WINONA WINSOR $8.00 per hundred, $75.00 per thousand. PROSPECTOR QUEEN LOUISE RED SPORT $6.00 per hundred, $50.00 per thousand. HARLOWARDEN ROOSEVELT ELDORADO $4.00 per hundred. SARAH HILL, $12.00 per hundred. SMILAX PLANTS ; twenty thousand thrihy, well grown plants in 2 in. pots; $2.00 per JOO ; $15.00 per 1000. s. s. pennocTmeehan CO. The T,.°o'if,l*Ti' Philadelphia PRESIDENT SEEL YE AFTERGLOW BEACON WHITE PERFECTION SPLENDOR CARNEGIE LLOYD GENEVIEVE LORD JESSICA MRS. PATTEN WHOLESALE FLORISTS 1608-1620 Lndlow Mreet Washington Store, 1212 Store closes (i p. m. New York Ave. Detroit reports the average business for July as better than it was July, 1908. Fields were flooded at from 2 in. to e in. with water from a heavy downpour of rain on July 29. No serious damage was done but the cut of outdoor flowers, such as sweet peas, etc., was temporarily ruined. Knoxville. Tenn. — W. N. Simonton, of Albany. N. Y.. will start in the nur- sery business here. The Massachusetts Horticultural So- ciety will have an exhibition of annuals and perennials on August 7 and 8 In Horticultural Hall, Boston. WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKETS.- PBR IM. "TO DBALBRS ONLY. CMCWNATI Aug. 2 dbthdit Aug. 3 BUFFALO Aug. 3 PITT9BUK« Aug. a Roses Abu Beauty, Fan. and Sp. *' Extra ** No.i '* Lower grades < Bride, 'Maid. Chatenay.F. & S. " " Low. gr KilUraey.Fan. &Sp '* Lower grades ■ Richnaood, Fancy & Special.. ... " Lower grades. ....... My Marylaod, Kaiserin CARNATIONS . MiSCeLLANeoUfi Gladioli Asters Ottleyas LiUw. Uly ol the Valley Mignonette Sweet Peas Gardenias AO 50.00 50.00 ao.oo 13. CO 8.00 4.00 6.oe 3.00 6. GO 3.ao 6.00 2.00 2.00 35-— 16.00 4.0c 8.M 8.M I. 00 to ■ 50 to 3«> -50 .10 to to to to 20.00 1. 00 12.00 to 40.00 to 30.00 to 180 rtOKTlCULTURE: August 7, 1909 FORD BROTHERS 48 West 28th Street NEW YORK fit iSES, m., Centreville, Ind.— WTioIesale Price List of Shrubs, Bulbs, etc. Hltchings & Co., New York — Illus- trated folder describing Curved Eave Construction of Greenhouses. A. Dessert, Chenonceaux, France — Supplement to General Peony Cata- logue, No. 15; contains a descriptive list of new varieties of peonies for 1909, Including several from Japan. Rickards Bros., New York— 1909 Il- lustrated Catalogue* of "Bridgeman's High Grade Bulbs." Attractive cover showing cluster of daffodils on front and rich bed of hyacinths on back. Mohican Peony Gardens, Sinking Spring, Pa. — Illustrated Catalogue and Price List for 1909. The shipping sea- son for peonies is now at hand and this well-prepared publication comes just at the right time. W. Atlee Burpee & Co., Philadelphia, WILLIAM F.KASTING CO. WHOLESALE FLORISTS 383-387 Ellicott Street BUFFALO, - N, Y. ROBERT J. DYSART Public Accountant and Auditor simple methods of correct accoantlnj especially adapted for floriats' au. Books Balanced and Adjusted Uercbants Bank BuUdlac 28 STATE STREET, • BOSTON Taleptieoa, Mala E& I 188 7 I ESTABLISHED | 1909 | KEEPING OPEN HOUSE THIS SUMMER TO RECEIVE CONSIGNMENTS OF ALL CUT FLOWERS IN SEASON TOP PRICE AND PROMPT RETURNS 106 W. 28th St.. N.Y. Tol. 1B7 Madison Sq. Open 6 A. ifl. oaliy. J. K. ALLEN NEW YORK QUOTA nONS PER 100. To Dealers Only MISCELLANEOUS Cattlcy aa UN** Lily aftbe VaUey Asters Qladiall. Sweet Peas (per too bunches) Qardenlas Adlantum SaNaz Asparagus piumosus, strings " " & Sp.ec. (loo Lent) LastH ilf of W«et> ending . u y31 190!) ao.oo to 25 00 4.00 to 6.00 1. 00 to 3. CO I. CO to 3.00 I. CO to 3.00 1. 00 to 4. CO 5.00 to .5.00 , 50 to ■ 75 6,00 to 10.00 20.00 to 30.00 10.00 to 25.00 FIrit Half e< Weak becliintng Aug. 2 1M9 ■o.oo 4.00 1,00 1. 00 1. 00 1.00 5.00 ■ 50 6.00 ao.oo 10 00 25." 6.1 3.00 3.00 4.00 35.00 • 75 10.00 30. •■ 35.00 Pa. — Advance Announcement of Sweet Peas for 1910. Gives full descriptions of the four "New Spencers" for 1910, viz.: Miriam Beaver, Senator Spencer, W. T. Hutchins and Prince of Wales Spencer. ST. LOUIS NOTES. Arthur Y. Ellison is no longer con- netted with the Ellison Floral Co., but is in the employ of the City Park De- partment. J. M. Thorburn & Co., New York.— Wholesale Trade Price List of High- Class Bulbs. This is a comprehensive and carefully selected list of the choic- est varieties of bulbs for fall planting and winter forcing. Every bulb-flower grower should have a copy. The St. Louis Florists' Club will hold its regular meeting on Thursday, August 12, at 2 o'clock, at greenhouses of the Bentzen Floral Co. Officers will be elected for the year. The Detroit Florists' Club will hold its annual picnic at Bois Blanc Park on August 9th. Prizes are offered for the winners in: Base ball game, prize $5.00, captains, L. Charvat and M. Bloy; boys' race (under 10 years), 50 yards; boys' race (under 16 years), 100 yards; girls' race (under 10 years), 50 yards; girls' rac'e (under 16 years), 100 yards; men's race, 100 yards; fat men's race (200 pounds or over), 75 yards; ladies' race, 50 yards; three- legged race; running broad jump; hop, skip and jump; shoe string race; tug of war; game of quoits. W. C. Smith, who has charge of the Florists' Special to Cincinnati over the Big Four R. R., says he will have a big delegation out of here for the Con- vention City, August 16th, at 9 p. m.. The autumn exhibition of the New- port Horticultural Society will be held at Masonic Hall. Newport, R. I., on September IS, 19 and 20, 1909. The schedule of prizes is very extensive, comprising 75 classes for flowers, plants, fruits, vegetables and decora- tive floral work. There are in addi- tion eight special premiums for table decorations, etc. Copies of the sched- ule may be procured from the secre- tary, D. J. Coughlin, Bellevue avenue. 182- HORTICULTURE August 7, 1909 Buyer's Directory and Ready Reference Guide Advertisements under this head, one cent a word. Initials count as words. Display advertisers In this issue are also listed under this classification without charge. Reference to Ldst of Advertisers will indicate the respective pages. Buyers failing to find what they want in this list will confer a favor by writing us and we will try to put them In communication with reliable dealers. fei AOOOtnrTANT R. J. Dysart, 28 State St., Boston. For page see List ot Advertisers. ADIANTTTMS Godfrey Aschmann. 1012 West Ontario St., Phlladelpbia, Pa. For page see List ot Advertisers. ARAUCARIAS A. Leuthy & Co., Perkins St. Nurseries, Roslindale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Godfrey Aschmann, 1012 West Ontario St., PlilladelpWa, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. ASPARAGUS J. H. Daun & Son, Westfleld, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. O. V. Zangen. Hoboken, N. J. Asparagus Plumosus Nanus. ASTERS. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Fa. For page see List of Advertisers. BAMBOO OANBS Tokohama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay Street. New York. Bamboo Sticks, Colored Green. For page see List of Advertisers. BAT TREES. 2000 Bay and Box Trees In all sizes. Pyramid and Standards. Write for list. JuUus Roehrs. Rutherford, N. J. BEDDING njiHTS A. Leuthy 4 Co., Perkins St. Nurseries, Roslindale, Maia. For page see List of Advertisers. Q. Aschmann. 1012 W. Ontario St., Phila- delphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. BEGONIAS Godfrey Aschmann, 1012 West Ontario St.. Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Thomas Roland, Nahant, Mass. Begonia Gloire De Lorraine. For page see List of Advertisers. J. H. Dann & Son, Westfleld, N. X. Begonia Rex. "Begonia Gloire de Lorraine," strong staff ready for 4 Inch pots, $15.00 per 100, $140.00 per 3000; extra large plants from 4 Inch pots, J35.00 per 100. New Begonia "Pres. Taft," strong plants, ^25.00 per 300; extra large plants from 4 Inch pots, J50.00 per 100. All propagated from leaf cuttings. Cash with order from unknown corre- spondents. J. A. Peterson, McHenry Ave.. Westwood, Clnchinatl, O. , BOII.ERS BOILERS. ■•Burnham" Boilers made for freenhouse heating. Lord & Burnham, 1133 roadway, N. Y. Kroesebel Bros. Co.. 406 Erie St., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. BOOKS Pronunciation of Plant Names, sent for fill cents, postpaid, by HORTICULTURE PUB. CO., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. BOX'WOOD TREES New England Nurseries, Inc., Bedford, The F. K. Pierson Co., Tarrytown-on- Hudson, N, Y. For page see List of Advertisers. BUII.DINO MATEIUAI. BUILDING MATERIAL of all descrip- tion for All Cypress, Semi-Iron, Iron Frame or Truss Houses. Hot Bed Sash and Frames. Lord & Burnham Co., 1133 Broad- way, N. Y. BTTLSS AND TUBERS Joseph Breck & Sons, 47-.54 N. Market St., Boston. Dutch and French Bulbs. For page see List of Advertisers. J. M. Ihornburn & Co., 33 Barclay St, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. A. T. Itoddlngton, 342 W. 14th St., N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Rlckards Bros., X7 East 19th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. II. F. Michell Co., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. T. J. Grey & Co., 32 and 33 So. Market St., Boston. For page see List of Advertl.iers. Yokohama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Ralph M. Ward & Co., 12 W. Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Schlegel & Fottler Co., 26 & 27 S. Market St., Boston. French and Dutch Bulbs. For page see List of Advertisers. OANNAB 1{. Vincent. Jr. & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. For page see List of Advertisers. J. H. Dann & Son, Westfleld, N. Y. CARNATIONS F. Dorner & Sons Co., Lafayette, Ind. Carnations for Immediate Delivery. For page see List of Advertisers. '^ Chicago Carnation Co., Jollet, 111. Mary Tolman. For page see List of Advertisers. The E. G. Illll Co., Richmond, Ind. Carnation Cuttings. For page see List of Advertisers. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, III. S. S. Pennock Meehan Co., Philadelphia. Field Grown Carnation Plants. For page see List of Advertisers. S. J. Renter & Son, Westerly, B. I. Field Grown Carnations. For page see List of Advertisers I. M. Raynor, Greenport, L. I., N. V. Field Grown Carnations. For page see List of Advertisers. CHRTSANTEOBMUMS E. G. Hill Co., Richmond, Ind. For page see List of Advertisers. C. H. Totty, MsdUon, N. J. For page see List of Advertlsen. CHRYSANTHEBfVMS— Continued Wood Bros., Fishklil, N. Y. Chrysanthemums Rooted Cuttings. For page see List of Advertisers. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, IlL For page see List of Advertisers. Elmer D. smitn & Co., Adrian, MldiL Smith's Chrysanthemum Manual. For page see List of Advertisers. Herrlngton's book on the Chrysanthe- mum mailed to yonr address for 50c., by Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 HamlltoD Place, Boston. CONIFERS John Waterer & Sons, Ltd., American Nursery, Bagsbot, Eng. For page see List of Advertisers. OUT ZXOWER BOXES. Edwards Folding Box Co., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. Folding cut flower boxes, the best made. Write for list. Holton & Hunkel Co., Mil- waukee, Wis. DAELIA8 Peacock Dahlia Farms, Wllilamstown Janc- tion, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. It. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. For page see List of Advertisers. Wllmorc's Dahlia Manual will be mallei for twenty-flve cents by HORTICULTUBI PUBLISHING COMPANY, 11 HamllteB Place, Boston. DECORATIVE PI^NTS A. Leuthy & Co., Perkins St., Nurseriee, Roslindale, Mass. Imported Plants for Fall Delivery. For page see List of Advertisers. Godfrey Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Heacock Co., Wyneote, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. The Geo. Wlttbold Co., 1657 Buckingham Place, Chicago, III. For page see List of Advertisers. Robert Craig Co., Market and 49th Sts., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. John Scott, Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. EVERGREENS New Ehigland Nurseries, Bedford, Ma8& For page see List of Advertisers. FERNS A. Lenthy & Co., Roslindale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. U. H. Barrows & Son, Whitman, Mass. Nephroclepls Magnlflca. For page see List of Advertisers. John Scott, Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Frank <'»ochsliu. 2.'»72 W. Adams St., Chicago. Ferns for Dishes. For page see List of Advertisers. The Geo. Wlttbold Co., 1657 Backingham Place, Chicago, 111. For page see List of Advertisers. For List of Advertisers See Page 1 67 August 7, 1909 HORTICULTURE 183 FERNS — Continned ■Oodfrey Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., I'blladelpbla. For page see Ust of Advertlflers. Jardiniere Ferns, 6-7 best Tarletlea, $3.60 per 100; $30.00 per 1000. Rose Hill Narae- rles. New Rochille, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Anderson's ferns for In and outdoors. Largest commercial collection In tbe coan- ^ry. Ask for descriptive catalogne. J. F. Anderson, Fern Specialist, Short Hills, N. J. FEBTIUZ£RS Pnlverlzed Manure Co., 31 Union Stock Yards, Chicago, 111. Wizard Brand Sheep and Shredded Cattle Manure. Bowker Fertilizer Co., Boston, Mass. ^U Forms of I'lant I'ood at First Hands. For page see List of Advertisers. FIG ORCHARDS ■E. C. Robertson, 501 Kiam Bldg., Hous- ton, Tex. For page see List of Advertisers. FI.OBAI. PHOTOGRAPHS J'loral Photographs. Foley's. 226-228 1-2 Bowery. New York. FI.ORISTS' LETTERS. Boston Florist Letter Co., 66 Pearl St., Boston, Mass. For i-age see List of Advertisers. "W. C. Krick, 1164-66 Greene Ave., Brook- lyn, N. Y. Immortelle Letters. ■ For page see List of Advertisers. FLORISTS STTPPLIES N. F. McCarthy & Co., 84 Hawley St, Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. •H. M. Robinson & Co., 15 Province St. and 9 Chapman Place, Hoston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Beed & Keller, 122 W. 25th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. H. Bayersdorfer & Co., 1129 Arch St., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. FLOWER POTS W. H. Ernest, 2Slh and M Sts., Washington, D. C. For page see List of Advertisers. A. H. Hews & Co.,. Cambridge, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. HUflnger Bros.. Ft. Edward, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. The Peters & Reed Pottery Co., Red Pots, Seed Pans, etc. Zanesvllle, O. We make Standard Flower Pots, etc. Write us when In need. Wllmer Cope & Bro. Lincoln University, Chester Co., Pa. Syracuse Pottery Co.. Syracuse, N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. FREESIAS Schlegel & Fottler, 2G & 27 So. Market St., Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. FRUIT TREES Dwarf Frnlt Trees, by F. A. Wansb, ■mailed to your address for 55 cents by Tlortlcnlture Publishing Co., 11 HamUton Place, Boston. GALAX Ulchlgan Cut Flower Co., 38 and 40 Broad way, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. •George Cotsonas & Co., 50 W. 28tli St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Bice Bros.. 115 N. Gth St, Minneapolis, Minn. . For page see List of Advertisers. GARDEN HOSE Revere Rubber Co., Boston, Mass. GERANIUMS R. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., White Marsb, Md. For page see List of Advertisers. GLASS Boston Plate & Window Glass C»., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Standard Plate Glass Co., 26-30 Sadbnry St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co.. Western Ave., betweem 25th & 26th Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Sharp, Partridge & Co., 22d & Lumber Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Parshelsky Bros., Inc., 59 Montrose Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Metropolitan Material Co., 1S92-1402 Metro- politan Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Greenhouse glass, lowest prices. John- ston Glass Co., Hartford City, Ind. Glass. High Grade, Double Thick Green- house Glass. Lord & Bumham, 1133 Broad- way, N. Y. GLAZING POINTS H. A. Dreer, Philadelphia, Pa. Peerless Glazing Point. For page see List of Advertisers. GLAZING POINTS, Lord & Bnrnbam. Sfieclal Glazing Nails (Points). Lord * Burnbam, 1133 Broadway, N. Y. GREENHOUSE BUILDING MATK> RIAL Lord & Burnham Co., 1133 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Pleraon U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. A. T. Stearns Lumber Co., Neponset, Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. King Construction Co., N. Tonawanda, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Hltcblngs & Co., 1170 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. J. C. Monhiger Co., 117 East Blackbawk St., Chicago, 111. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., between 25th & 26th Sts., Chicago. Peeky Cypress for Benches. For page see List of Advertisers. P. Jacobs & Sons. 13o9-63 Flushing Are., Brooklyn, N. Y. GREENHOUSE C0NSTRUC110N GRKENIIOUSB CONSTRUCTION, Semi- Iron iTrceiihouse, New Truss Houses and Iron Frame Houses. Lord & Barnbam. 1133 Broadway, N. Y. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., between 23th & 26tb Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Hltohlogs & Co., 1170 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. GREENHOUSE HOSE Revere Rubber Co., Boston, Mass. Revero Hose. GUTTERS GUTTERS, Cast Iron Gutters, L. & B. Improved V Shaped Gutter with drip gut- ter attachment. Lord & Burnham, 113S Broadway, N. Y. HAIL INSURANCE Florists' Hall Asso. of America. J. G. lilsler. Saddle River. N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. HARDY FERNS, MOSS AND GREENS H. M. Robinson & Co., 15 Province St. and 9 Chapman Place, Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, 38 and 10 Broadway, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. George Cotsonas & Co., 50 W. 28tb St, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. nice Bros., 115 N. Btb St., Minneapolis, Minn. For page see List of Advertisers. HEATING APPARATUS Lord & Hurnham Co., 1133 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Plerson U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Kroescheil Bros. Co., 466 Erie St., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. HELP FURNISHED Thos. H. Bambrlck, 34 So. 7th St., PhUa. For page see List of Advertisers. HERBACEOUS PERENNIALS P. Oowerkerk, P. O. No. 1, Hoboken, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. New England Nurseries, Bedford, Mas*. For page see List of Advertisers. The Geo. Wlttbold Co., 1657 Buckingham Place. Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. HOT-BED SASH The A. T. Steams Lumber Co., Neponset Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Plerson U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Lord & Burnham Co., 1133 Broadway, N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., betweem 2.5tb & 26tb Sts., Chicago. HTDnANGEAS. The F. R. Plerson Co., Tarrytown-o«- Hudson, N. Y. American Everbloomlng Hydrangea (H. Arborescens Grandlflora alba), heavy two- year plants for agents' use. Peonia Fe»- tlva Maxima and Queen Victoria, low per 1000. One hundred other choice varieties of Peonias at low prices. The E. Y. Teas Co., Centerville, Ind. INSECTICIDES. NIcotlclde kills all greenhouse pests. P. R. Palethorpe Co., Eleventh St., Owensboro, Ky. For page see List of Advertisers. Stumpp & Walter Co., 50 Barclay St, New York. Kllmdead Tobacco Dust. For page see List of Advertisers. Bowker Insecticide Co., Boston, Mass. Insect Destroying Preparations. For page see List of Advertisers. Phila. Insecticide Co., 6117 Main St, Germantown, Pa. Pullman's Insect and Worm Destroyer: Nicotine. For page see List of Advertisers. Eastern Chemical Co., Pittsburg St., Boston. "IMP" Soap Spray. For page see List of Advertisers. In writing to Advertisers kindly mention Horticulture 184 HORTICULTURE August 7, 1909 INSECTICIDES — Continued -The Fumlgatlug Kind Tobacco Pow- aer —The first on the market and the kind that has so many Imitators, has our guar- antee tag of satisfaction or money back, and "The Moon Trade Mark" on every bar. 13.00 per 100 lbs. The H. A. Stoothott Co.. HoDDt Vernon, N. Y., makers and sellers. JAPANESE PI^NTS Yokohama Nursery Co.. 31 Barclay St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. KENTIAS Godfrey Aschmann, 10J2 W. Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa For page see List of Advertisers. A. Leuthy & Co.. Rosllndale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. .Tos. Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. Home-Grown, Established Plants. For page see List of Advertisers. 0. V. Zangen, Hoboken, N. J. lilliY OF THE VALLEY PIPS HJalmar Hartmann & Co., Langangstraede 20, Copenhagen, Denmark. BIASTICA F. O. IMene Co , 12 W. Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. •MUM CANES Wm. Elliott * Sons. 42 Vesey St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. MUSAS The F. R. Plerson Co., Tarrytown-on- Huilson. N. Y. NICO-FUMX Kentucky Tobacco Product Co., Louisville, Ky. NURSERY STOCK John Waterer S- Sons, Ltd., American Nurser.v, Bagshot, England. tor page see List of Advertisers. P. Ouwerkerk, 21(! .Fane St Heights. N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. New England NurseriesTTuc^ Bedford, Weehawken For page see List ef Advertisers. W. & T. Smith Co., Geneva, NT^Y For page see List of Advertisers. Manual of the Trees of North America. 2L m„ ^ Sargent, mailed to .vour address for 16.00, by Horticulture Publishing cZ! 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. ..TKEES, SHRrBS. ROSEs; EVER- S?F£^t;^ MONIES, HARDY PLANTS. BLLWANGER & BARRY, Rochester, NY ONION SETS Leonard Seed Co., Chicago, III For page see List of Advertisers. ORCHID PX.AJrTS Lager * Hurrell, Summit. N. J. Fresh Imported and Established Orcbld*. For page see List of Advertisers. Sander, St. Albans, England. Importers, Exporters, Growers, UybridlstB. For page see List of Advertisers. Carrlllo & Baldwin, Secaucns, N. J For page see List of Advertisers. " Ordonez Bros., Madison, N. J., Box 105. C. Lahiata: D. Bigibbum Arrived. For page see List of Advertlsens. r.«rgest stock In the country. Ask for prtceg. Julius Roehrs, Rutherford, . N. J. Native Orchldi; Hugo Klnd7 HammoQ- t«n, N. J. Orchid Growers' Manual. By B. S Wil- liams. 300 Illustrations, 800 pages; descrip- tions of upwards of 2500 species and varie- ties of orchidaceous plants, etc. The most complete work on Orchids and orchid cul- ture ever published. Price, SIO.OO. Orders filled by HORTICULTURE, 11 Hamlit«Q Place, Boston. PAZNT AND PUTTY PAINT AND PUTTY: Ideal Greenhouse Lead: Special Greenhouse Putty. Lord & Bumham, 11,33 Broadway. N. Y. FATMS A. Leuthy i Co., Perkins St. Nurseries, RosUadale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Robert Craig Co., Market and 49th Sts., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. .Joseph Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. Home-Grown Palms. For page sec List of Advertisers. Geo. WIttboId Co., 16.57 Buckingham Place, Chicago. For page see List ot Advertisers. O. V. Zangen. Hoboken, N. J. John Scott, BrooKlyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. PANSY SEED John Gerard, New Britain, Conn. Giant Pansy Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. A. T. Boddlngtou. 342 W. 14th St., New York. Giant Pansies. For page see List of Advertisers. H. F. Micheli Co.. Philadelphia. Giant Prize Pansy Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. The best Giant Pansy seed. Send for leaflet. Chas. Frost, Kenilworth, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. PATENTS SIggera & SIggers. Washington, D. C. For page see List of Advertisers. PEAT Orchid Peat and Moss always on hand. Julius Roehrs Co., Rutherford, N. J. PEONIES Gilbert H. Wild. Sarcoxle, Mo. For page see List of Advertisers. Peonies— The best French collections. List of new varieties now ready. Cata- logues free. Dessert, Peony Specialist, Chenonceaux, France. Peonies only, by the wholesale — best 100 varieties. J. F. Kosenfleld, Westpolnt, Nebr. PHOTOGRAPHS: DESIGNING: H,- iUSTRATINO Geo. K. Dow, 178 Washington St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. PIPE AKD FTTTINOB Foley Mfg. Co., between Western Aye. and 26th St., Chicago, HI. Kroeschell Bros. Co., 466 Erie St., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Albert & Davidson, 6S-70 Troutman St, Brooklyn, N. Y. Pipes and Boiler Tubes. PIPE AND FITTINGS. Cast Iron and Wrought Pipe, Valves, Elbows, Pipe Hooks, Automatic Air Headers, etc. Lord & Burn- ham, 1133 Broadway, N. Y. Metropolitan Material Co., 1393-1402 Met- ropolitan Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. PIJI.NT STAKES Seele's TIeless Plant Stakes and Trel- lises. H. D. Seele & Sons, Elkhart, Ind. POT HANGERS Pot hangers, Kramer's, $1 doz. by eip., $1.25 by mall. I. N. Kramer & Son, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. PRIMULAS F. Oeschlin, 2572 W. Adams St., Chicago, 111. Primroses Obconica and Chlnensls. For page see List of Advertisers. Primula chlnensls, 9 colors mixed, 2 Inch. 2c.; Obconica Ronsderfer, Lattmanna Hybrids, 10 colors mixed, 2 inch 2e.; Ob- conica glgantea, mixed, 2 inch 2i4c. J. L. Schiller, 929 Prouty Ave., Toledo, O. RHODODENDRONS John Waterer & Sons, Ltd., American Nursery, Bagshot, England. For page see List of Advertisers. P. Ouwerkerk, Hoboken, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. ROSEUr Robert Craig Co., Market and 49th 8ta- Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. P. Ouwerkerk, P. O. No. 1, Hoboken, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. The F. B. Plerson Co., Tarrytown-on-Undson, N. Y. White Klllarney. Dlngee 4 Conard Co., West Grove, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Poehlmaun Bros. Co., Morton Grove, lU. For page see List of Advertisers. A. N. Plerson, Cromwell, Cono. White Klllarney, -My Maryland, Ramblers. For page see List of Advertisers. W. A T. Smith Co., Geneva, N. Y. American Grown Roses. For page see List of Advertisers. The Rose, by H. B. Ellwanger; malleA for $1.30 by Horticulture, 11 Hamilton Place. Boston. Hand Book of Cultural Notes on Rose* Under Glass, by F. P. Brigham, mailed to your address for 25c.. by Horticulture Pub- lishing Co.. 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. RUBBER PLANTS F. I;. Piersnn Co.. Tarrytown-on-Hndson, N. Y. SEED GROWERS HJalmar Hartmann & Co. Cauliflower and Cabbage Seed. Langangstraede 20, Copenhagen, Denmark. For page see List of Advertisers. Federlco C. Vareia, Teneriffe, Canary Ida. Bermuda Onion Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. Francis Brill, Hempstead, L. L, N. T. Choice Vegetable Seeds. SEEDS T. J. Grey Co., 32 So. Market St., Boaton. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Breck & Sons, 51 and ."12 N. Market St., Boston, Maaa. For pEge see List of Advertisers. W. Atlee Burpee \- Co., Philadelphia. For page see List of .\dvertlser8. Arthur T. Boddlngton, .342 W. 14th St.^ New York. Giant Pansy Seed. For page .see List of Advertisers. Hjalmar Hartmann & Co.. Langangstraede 20. Copenhagen, Denmark. Cauliflower and Cabbage Seed. RIckards Bros., 37 B. 19th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. R. & 3. Farquhar & Co.. 6-7 So. Market St.,^ Boston. Mignonette Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. H. F. Mlchell Co., 1018 Market St., Phlla, For page see List of Advertisers. J. M. Thorburn & Co., 33 Barclay St., N. T> For page see List of Advertisers. Leonard Seed Co., Chicago, 111. Beans, Pea% Sweet Corn, Onion. For page see List of Advertisers, For List of Advertistrs See Page 187 August 7, 1909 HORTICULTURE 185 SEEDS — Continaed Schlegel & Fottlei- Co., 26 & 27 So. Market St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. E. F. Wlnterson Co., Chicago. Seeds for I'laut.smen, Nui'serymen, Seeds* men. For page see List of Advertisers. A. C. Zvolanek, ?:ound Brook, N. J. Winter Flowering Sweet Peas. For page see List of Advertisers. Frauds Brill. Hempstead, L. I., N. Y. Choice Vegetable Seeds. SHRUBS The George Wlttbold Co., 1657 Buckingham Place, Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. SIL,KAI.INE John C. Meyer & Co., Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertiser.^ S. A. F. CONVENTION ACCOMMO- DATIONS. Burnet House, Cincinnati, O. S. A. F. TRADE EXHIBIT Win. Murphv, Supt., 311 Main St., ClnclD- natl, O. SMTLAX Smllax, strong, 214-ln., $1.50 per 100; ^10.00 per 1000. Cash, please. Ready after Jnly 24. Wm. Livesey, 6 McCabe St., New Bedford, Mass. SFHAGNITM MOSS Live Sphagnum moss, orchid peat and orchid baskets always on hand. Lager & Hurrell, Summit, N.' J. SPRAYERS Chas. J. Jager Co., Boston. Demlng Spray Pump. For page see List of Advertisers. «. H. Hunt, 76-78 Wabash Av., Chicago, 111. New Chicago Sprayer. For page see List of Advertisers. S'WEET PEAS A. C. Zvolanek, Bound Brook, N. J. Winter Flowering. For page see List of Advertisers. VEGETABLE PIANTS E. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. For page see List of Advertisers. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Celery Plants — White Plume, Golden -Self Blanching, Giant Pascal, Giant Golden Heart, Evan's Triumph, $1.00 per thousand. -Jacob De Wltte, Box 717, Kalamazoo, Mich. VEMTUATINO APPABATUI Plerson U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co.. Western Ave., between 25th A: 26th Sts., Chicago. The Advance Co., Richmond, Ind. For page see List of Advertisers. Quaker City Machine Co., Richmond, Ind. 20th Century Ventilating Arm. For page see List of Advertisers. VENTILATING MACHINERY, New Model encased, self-oiling gear; Standard Model Open Gear. Lord & Burnham, 1133 Broadway, N Y. viorETsi William Sim, Cllftondale, Mass. Boston and Princess of Wales Violets. For page see List of Advertisers. "Valentin Burgevln's Sons, Kingston, N. Y. Marie Louise Violets. For page see List of Advertisers. "WIRED TOOTHPICKS W. J. Cowee, Berlta, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. WIBEW^OBK Reed & Keller, 122 W. 25th St., N. Y. JTor page see X.lst of Advertisers. Dnrand & Marohn, Albany, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. WIreiwork. Write for our catalogue. Holton & HuDkel Co., Milwaukee, Wis. William E. Hellscher's Wire Works, 38-40 Broadway, Detroit, Mich. WIrework — Compare our prices with others. Scranton Florist Supply Co., 201 N. 7th St., Scranton, Pa. WHOI.ESAIJ3 XXORISTI B«st*n N. F. McCarthy & Co., 84 Hawley St., Boston. For page sae List of Advertisers. H. M. Robinson & Co., 15 Province St and 9 Chapman PI., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Welch Bros., 226 Devonshire St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Talib.v, Wellesley, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Bnifalo. N. T. William F. Kastlng Co., 383-87 Elilcott St., Buffalo. N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. 01il«ace Chas. W. McKeller, 51 Wabash Ave., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Peter Relnberg, 51 Wabash Ave., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. B. F. Wlnterson Co., 45-49 Wabash Ave., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. J. A. Budlong, 37-39 Randolph St., OhIca«o. For page see List of Advertisers. Poehlmann Bros. Co., .Morton Grove, lU. For page see List of Advertisers. Cromirelli Conn. A. N. Plerson, Cromwell, Conn. For page see List of Advertisers. Dotrslt Mlehtgau Cut Flower Exchange, 38 and 40 Broadway, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. Minneapolis Rice Bros., 115 N. 6th St., MlnneapoUa, Minn. For page see List of Advertisers, Haw Tork Ford Bros., 48 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. H. E. Froment, 57 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Alex. J. Gnttmau, 34 W. 28th St., N«v» York. For page see List of Advertisers. E. C. Horan, 55 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. A. H. Langjahr, 55 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. James McManus, 42 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. John I. Raynor. 49 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. W. F. Sheridan, 39 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Moore, Hentz & Nash, 55 and 57 W. 26th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Wm. H. Kuebler, 28 Wllloughby St., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. MUlang Bros., 41 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. WHOLESAI^ ZXORISTS— New York — Continued •John Young, 51 W. 28th St., New York. For page 'see List of Advertisers. Greater New York Florists' Association^ 162 Livingston St, Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Frank Millang, 55-57 W. 26th St., Now York. For page see List of Advertisers. Philip F. Kcssler, 55 & 57 W. 26th St. New York. For page see List of Advertisers. A. L. Young & Co., 54 W. 28th St., N T For page see List of Advertisers. Growers' Cut Flower Co., 39 W. 28th St. New York. For page see List of Advertisers. J. K. Allea, 106 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Charles Millang, 55 and 57 West 26th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Manhattan Flower Market, 46 W. 28th St, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. PhUadelpUa W. a McKlssick & Bros., 1619-1621 Ran- stead St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Leo NIessen Co., 1209 Arch St., Phlladel- phla, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. The S. S. Pennock-Meehan Co] 1608-U Ludlow St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. New Offers in This Issue. BERMUDA LILIES. Thomas J. Grey Co., 32 So. Market St, Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. CARNATION COMTESSE KNUTH. HJalmar Hartmann & Co., Copenhagen, Denmark. For page see List of Advertisers. FLORISTS' HAIL ASSOCIATION ANNUAL MEETING. John G. Esler, Sec'y, Saddle River, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. GIANT CYCLAMEN SEED. ' O. V. Zangen. Hoboken, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. IRON PIPE. Geo. B. Doane & Sou Co., 18 Midway St, Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. '■ LORRAINE BEGONIAS. E. A. Hiitler & Son. .\iagara Falls, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. NEPHROLEPIS SUPERBISSIMA." The F. R. Plerson Co., Tarrytown-on- Hudson, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. PANDANUS UTILIS: AMPELOPSIS VEITCHIl: CLEMATIS PANICULATA. A. I.. Miller, Jamaica, opp. Schenck Av., Brooklyn. N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. POTASH. German Kali Works, 93 Na,ssau St., New York, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. SMILAX PLANTS. S. S. Pennock-Meehan Co., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. WHOLESALE SEED GROWERS. C. C. Morse & Co., 48-56 Jackson St., San Francisco, Cal. For page see List of Advertisers. In writing fo Advsriisers Idndiy mention Horticulhire 186 HORTICULTURE August 7, 1909 NURSERYMEN PULLING TO- GETHER. A paper reafl before tlie Natioual Associa- tion of Nurserymen 1).T J- H. Dayton, of Painesviile, O. {Continued from page 141) Why, if a tree is worth 11.00 of any planter's money the first of April, is it worth only 20 per cent, the first day of May? Have we not deliberate- ly educated buyers to the fact that our products have no fixed value and that our estimated value fluctuates from day to day during the season, accord- ing to the way our mail opens up, or our food agrees or disagrees with us? Why are we so anxious to dispose of a little surplus at prices far below cost and make every effort as the sea- son advances to demoralize prices and trade, demoralize our standing in the eyes of business men and demoralize our chances of selling our next year's products on a reasonable basis? Fig- ure it out, and you will find the ash heap one of the most profitable articles on the nursery grounds. About 99 times out of 100, it is cash in our pockets to sell what we can at a fixed profitable rate and burn the surplus, to say nothing of the better condition we are in for future trade. As long as our price basis is that we can grow and sell as cheap as the other fellow or, indeed, go him one better, can we expect anything but meagre returns, or none? Are not the cut rates, reduced lists and cheap of- fers that Wood our mails late every season simply an admission of our in- capacity to dispose of our stock at fair and reasonable profits? What about grades? Perhaps no one standard will be adapted to every sec- tion, but is it beyond the capacity of this body of men to fix and put in operation a system of grading that any man can learn and apply and that will make us reasonably sure of what we shall find in our cars and boxes when delivered? What about buyers at wholesale? Who are entitled to trade prices? Would it not be possible to have a list of actual wholesale traders, revised from year to year? Is the man who occasionally buys a few trees from his neighbor, or who every year disposes of the products of a few acres of small fruits entitled to trade rates and sur- plus lists? Take our own state (Ohio), last year 567 applications were made for certifi- cates, 509 issued. Of these 87 culti- vated ten or more acres; one-1-8 of an acre; 82-one acre or less; the large majority of small fruit growers who sell nothing but their surplus plants, yet their names find their way into our mailing lists as nurserymen. Are the public institutions, parks. etc., who buy one to three large bills for the planting of their grounds en- titled to same rates as fellow nursery- men? Why not decide and have some ruling that we could all know and un- derstand, instead of as at present, be- ing everyone a law unto himself? What about the man who buys an estate and pays the landscape archi- tect a large price for planting plans and supervision? Should we supply the stock at lowest trade rates, assum- ing as we have to, all the risk and re- bates expected by the retail purchas- er? Ought we not to fix our own terms and methods of handling this business instead of allowing another organization to dictate them to us? Perhaps none of these things and none that might be mentioned could be changed to suit us in one or two years, but taken up in a spirit of fair- ness and co-operation by the majority of the nurserymen at this Convention, any or all of them could be made prac- tically obligatory for the entire trade in a few seasons. We trust each other in every way, until we come to the marketing of our products, when we usually act as though we thought every competitor had the principles of a Sioux Indian, and was out with his little tomahawk to do us up and hang our bleeding scalp in the sacred precincts of the Bankruptcy Court. No nurseryman can live to himself alone; anything that hurts one firm hurts all, any method adopted by one or more that elevates the business and standing of one firm elevates all. Should we not stand together, or rather move forward together, co-op- erating not only with one another, but with all kindred organizations, not only to receive some of the results hinted at here, but in connection with the Civic Improvement bodies. Coun- cil of Horticulture, or any or all agen- cies where the object is to make a cleaner, brighter and better planted America. Every back yard cleaned and planted, every scholar interested in a school garden, every farmer shown the possibilities of fruit culture, are bound to extend our business and make a better outlet for our stock. Do not think I have no faith in our business or in my fellow tree man. Everyone on the program has a dis- pensation to knock a little. All of us, who have for years been trying to reach an automobile ineome, and have been sweetened by adversity until we now have all faith in walking as an exercise and a sure way to get there, all know that through our organiza- tion much has been accomplished; that there is a better understanding, more of a disposition to look at things with the other fellow's eye, a strong desire here and there to get together to put the nursery interest on its prop- er plane. We have done many things, we can do many more. Stay over a few days, you fruit tree men, and visit the orchards of western New York. Note the evidences of prosperity, the methods of care, the security evidently felt by these men, that in planting new orchards they will receive trees of the grades and varieties they buy. Who furnishes the trees? The nurserymen. Go to the large peach tree belts of Delaware, Georgia, Texas, Ohio, Michi- gan or other states, and note the thousands of cars shipped of the vari- eties best adapted to their locality and market, and again, the trees come from the nurserymen. Drop into the best fruit stores and feast your eyes on the Jonathan, Spitzenburg, Mcin- tosh, Belleflower, etc., from the orch- ards of Colorado, Montana, Oregon and Washington. Read of the won- derful development of these sections and the fortunes made, and the nurs- erymen grew the trees. Visit the estates about Boston, New- port, Philadelphia and other cities, the parks and giounds of public and private institutions, all over our coun- try; their landscape architects have called on the nurserymen for the great variety of trees, shrubs and plants, to develop the wonderful ef- fects and magnificent open air paint- ings and have not Ueen disappointed. Figure up what the nurserymen have received for it all, and tell me, is it not time we dropped out of mind and heart our mutual suspicions and distrusts and filled the space with good will and faith in our fellow nursery- men, and pulling together put our business and organization not only on a plane with others, but as much high- er as the privilege of dealing in God's best gifts to man entitles us to go. NATIONAL APPLE SHOW. One thousand dollars and a gold medal banner, with $500 in gold and a silver medal banner to the second and a massive silver loving cup and a diploma to the third, are offered as the capital prize for a car of 210 barrels or 630 boxes of the best commercial winter apples, one or more standard varieties, exhibited by any owner, les- see or agent of the land where the fruit was grown, at the second Na- tional Apple Show in Spokane, Novem- ber 15 to 20. Competition is open to the world. Four points will be consid- ered by the judges in making the awards, as follows: First, value of the varieties for the purpose to which they may be adapted; second, color, size and uniformity of fruit; third, freedom from insect marks and other blem- ishes; fourth, excellence in pack. The rules of the American Pomological So- ciety will govern all commercial con- tests. Prof. W. J. V. Osterhout, who has been connected with the botanical de- partment of the University of Califor- nia for 15 years, has accepted a simi- lar post with the department of botany of Harvard University. August 7, 1909 flORTICULTURi: 187 List of Advertisers Page Advance, The Co. . . igl AUen J. K i8i American Nursery (Eng.) 173 Aschmann Godfrey.. • 163 Bambrlck Thos. H ... 187 Barrows H.H.& Son. 164 Ba.yersdorlerH.& C0.178 Boddington A. T. "75 Boston Florist Letter Co '77 Boston Plate and Win- dow Glass Co 91 Bowker Fertilizer Co. 175 Bowker Insecticide Co ......8, Bre:k Joseph & Sons 175 Breilmeyer s J. Sons.i76 Brldjeman's Seed Warehouse 1 75 Budlone J. A 178 Burgevin's, Valentin, Son t*' Buroee W. A SCO .175 Butler E. A. & Son.. 163 CarrUlo & Baldwin . 164 Chicago Carnation Co !«' Clarke's Da»ld, Sons, 176 Com J. J ■■■■■■■^1° Cotsonas Geo. & Co. .180 Cowee W. J 181 -r«lg, Robt. Co 164 Ciawbuck Geo. W .... 1 80 DaileyF. B 187 Uanker F. A 176 'Mngee & Conard Co. 169 Doant Geo. B. & Son Co 191 Dorner F, Sons & Co. 162 Dorrance Benj 189 Dow Geo. E 175 Oreer H. A 19= Ounlop John H -176 Durand & Marohn. . . 183 Oysart R. J "S" Kutem Chemical Co. 189 Edwards Folding Box Co. 178 Elliott Wm aSons 163 Esler J. G 190-191 Eraest W. H 190 Eyres >76 rarquhar R.& J.& C0.175 rolCT Mfg. Co 191 Ford Bros 180 Froment H.E 180 Frost Chas 175 GalvinThos. F 177 Gerard, J 175 German Kali Works. .i8j Greater N.Y. Florists' Association 180 OreyT. T. Co 175 Growers Cut Flower Co i8o GudeBros. Co 176 Gultman Alex. J 180 Bail Asso 190-191 Hartmann Hjalmar & Co «74 Hauswirth the Florist 176 Heacockjos. Co 164 Hews A. H. & Co 190 Hilfinger Bros 190 Hill,TheE.G.Co 130-162 Hltchlnes&Co 191 Horan E. C 180 Hunt A. E. &Co i6a Hunt Bros 162 Hunt E. H 189 Jager. Chas. J. Co. . . 189 KastingW. F. Co. ...181 KcssIerP. F 180 Ring Cons. Co 191 KrickW. C 181 Krocschell Bros. Co.. 191 Kuebler Wm. H i8o Lager & Hurrell 1 64 Langjahr. Alfred H.. .180 Leonard Seed Co 175 Leutby A. & Co 163 Lord & Burnham Co. 192 MacMulkin E 176 Manhattan Flower Mkt Page McCarthy N. F.& Co. 181 McConnell Alex 176 McKellar Charles W.ijS McKenna P. ic Sons. .176 McKisslck, W. E. & Bros 178 McManus Jas 180 Metropolitan Material Co 191 Meyer J. C & Co 181 MichellH.F.Co 174 Michigan Cut Flower Exchange iSt Millang Bros 180 Millang Charles 180 Millane Frank 180 Miller E. L 163 Moninger J . C. 190 Moore, Hentz & Nash 180 Morse C. C. & Co 174 Murray Samuel 176 New Eng. Nurseries. 173 Newman J. & Sons.. .176 Nlessen Leo. Co 158 Oechslin Frank 164 Ordonez Bros 164 Ouwerkerk P 164 Palethorpe P. R. Co.. 189 Palmer W.J. & Son.. 176 Park Floral Co 176 Parshelsky Bros 191 Peacock DahliaFanns 164 Pennock-Meehao Co. Perkins St. Nurseries. Phila Insecticide Co.. Pierce, F. O. Co Pierson, A. N., Inc.. PiersonF.R, Co Pierson U Bar Co Poehlmann Bros. Co., PARK IMPROVEMENT FOR WASH- INGTON. Plans are being matured for a thor- ough improvement of the river front of Washington. These provide for a park sysfem along the picturesque Potomac and the beautiflcation of both sides that will be a credit not only to Wash- ington, but to the nation. By the terms of a recent decision of the supreme court, the national gov- ernment has entire control of the city's lands bordering upon the river. Establishment of Potomac Park was the beginning of improvement, and if Congress shall approve of the latest plans, it will not be long before the river front of Washington will be a source of pride. It is proposed in time to have a splendid driveway and promenade, a scheme which, it is believed, will lead to the extension of the city to the other side of the Potomac. Potomac Park is only the beginning, and similar recreation places will be established along the river front not available for commercial purposes. Along the upper Potomac, too, it is proposed to make parks. Quaker City Mach.Co 191 Rayner I. M. i6j Kaynor John 1 180 Reed& Keller 181 Reinberg Peter 178 Reuter S. J.&Son,Inc.l6j Rice Bros 176 Rickards Bros. 175 Robertson E. C 164 Robinson H.M , & Co. 178 Rock Wm.L. Flo.Co. 176 Roehrs Julius Co. ...164 Roland, Thomas ... 169 Rolker August &Sons 190 Rose Hill Nurseries. . 164 Sander & Son 164 Schlegel & Fottler C0.175 Schmidt J. C 162 Schulz Jacob 176 Scott, John 164 Sharp,Part ridge & Co igi Sheridan W. F 180 Slggers & Siggers .... 190 Sim, Wm 16a Smith Elmer D.& Co. t6a Smith W.&T. Co ...1(4 Smyth Wm. J 176 Standard Plate Glass Co 191 Steams A.T. Lumber Co 191 Stumpp & Walter Co. 1S9 Syracuse Pottery Co .190 Tailby 177 Thorburn J.M. &C0.17S Totty Chas. H 162 Valentine, J. A 176 Varela F. C 174 Vincent R. Jr. & Sons, i6a-i74 Wants, For Sale. etc.. 187 WardR.M.&Co....i75 Waterer John & Sons. 173 Welch Bros J78 Wild Gilbert H 162 Wittbold Geo. Co 164 Wilson 176 Wlnterson.E. F. Co..ij8 Wood Bros i6« YokohamaNurseryCo. '73 Young A. L 181 Young John 180 Young & Nugent 176 Zangen O. V 174 Zinn Julius A 177 Zvolanck A.C 175 IS YOUR NAME IN THE ABOVE LIST? IF NOT, WHY NOT? IRONDEQUOIT PEACH PROSPECTS. Irondequolt (N. Y.) peach growers are optimistic. Their orchards are loaded with fruit, promising a larger yield than last year, and may be as heavy if not heavier than two years ago, when there was an unusually big crop. W. T. Rudman in an interview, esti- mated this season's crop at 15,000 bas- kets, as compared with 12,000 baskets last season, notwithstanding that a good many peaches dropped early in the season. "The principal varieties are Craw- fords and Elbertas, which are supple- mented by earlier varieties such as Early Rivers. "Stimulated by the good rains re- cently, the crop is making favorable progress. The early varieties are near- ly ripe. But the two chief varieties — Crawfords and Elbertas— will not be ripe before the last week in August. September is the big peach month here." Other large growers who have good peach crops here are George H. Rud- man and Charles H. Coy. Mr. Rudman has almost as many bearing trees as W. T. Rudman (30 to 35 acres), while the Coys have probably 15 acres of bearing trees. iHiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiin I WANTS, FOR SALE, ETC. | S Advertisements in this coloinn one 5 — cent a word. Initials count as words. S S Cash with order. All correspondence 5 = addressed "care HORTICUL- = = TURE " should be sent to 1 1 Ham- = S ilton Place, Boston. S iTiiiiiiiniiiiniiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiinniiiiiiiiiiifn HELP WANTED The Pacific Coast Association of Nurserymen at its annual meeting July 15 at Seattle, elected officers as follows: President, S. A. Miller, Mil- ton, Ore.; secretary and treasurer, C. A. Tonneson, Tacoma. GOOD MEM When you need good men, skilled or unskilled, Write: THOS. H. BAMBRICK 34 Sguth 7th Street Phllidilphli Help of all kinds, including that lot Florists, Nurserymen, Seedsmen and the Horticultural trade generally. HORTICULTURE needs a wide- awake representative in every town in the land. Good commission paid on advertising and subscriptions. If you are ambitious, write for terms. WANTED — Experienced grower for com- mercial place near Boston: must be good grower of carnations especially. Good sal- ary to the right party. Address, with ref- erences, Carnatious, care of HORTICUL- TURE, 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. SITUATIONS WANTED SITUATION WAN^TED— I have 16 years of horticultural experieuce in care of pri- vate estate and as grower of orchids and all kinds of in and outdoor growing and in florist's and landscape work. I am thirty- two Tears of age: married; no children; Swedish (American citizen). References. Particulars in first letter, please. L. M. G., 86 Rockdale Ave., New Rochelle, N. Y. FOR SALE For Sale Greenhouse Property Located at Somerset and Howard streets, North Plalnfield, Somerset County, New Jersey. Dimensions 248 x 106 ft. Contains three greenhouses 20 x 175 ft., steel frames. Trolley lines pass property. Will sell cheap and on easy terms. For particulars apply to F. B. DAItEV, care F. BERB * CO., - - Orange, N. J. FOR SALE— Very valuable greenhouse property at a bargain. Easy terms. 20 acres, 19,000 feet of glass. 9 greenhouses, steam heat; located near Chicago. Whole- sale trade. Shows handsome profits. Clos- est Investigation invited. Owner engaged In other business. A snap for a practical greenhouse man with a little ready money. Address Frank P. Graves, 1537 First Na- tional Bank Building, Chicago^ ^ FOR SALE— Special 16x18 and 16x24 double thick glass In "A" and "B" qn»l»- tles. Buy now and save money, writ; PARSHELSKY BROTHERS, INC.. M Montrose Ave., Brooklyn, N. T. FOR SALE — 1-8 section Weathered bolUr In good condition; nearly new. N. P. Mc- Carthy & Co., 84 Hawley St., Boston, Ma—. MISCELLANEOUS I WANT to lease at once, greenhouse establishment In good repair, in retail district. Would buy later. No fancy price nor tumbled down shacks, as I am a prac- tical man. State full particulars In first letter— size of houses, glass, land, rent, etc. L. H. Wise, 1 Montgomery St., Jereey City, N. J. 1188 HORTICULTURE August 7, 1909 BORERS IN MAPLE TREES. Former State Senator Henry D. Bay- lor, of Montgomery County, wrote from his home in Pottstowu to State Zoolo- gist Surface, of the Department of Ag- riculture, Harrisburg, as follows: "I write for information about an in- sect that has just attacl', who has just returned from an extensive trip abroad, where he inspected a number of exporting nurseries. Dr. Howard has imported and sent to the parasite laboratory at Melrose Highlands, Mass., many of the parasites and other natural enemies of the gypsy and brown-tail moths, and these will be scattered throughout the New England forests, where the pest is most pre- valent. It is declared at the bureau of en- tomology that the United States is al- most unique in its indifference to the great danger of importiug injurious insects, as quarantine and inspection laws are in force in nearly all the civilized countries of the world. CONCERNING STRAWBERRY PESTS. State Zoologist Surface of Penna., has received many inquiries concerning strawberry pests, and" to these has re- plied that the best general means of suppressing them lies in a novel meth- od of summer treatment of the straw- berry plant, which many persons would hesitate to apply, but which they will find so effective that it will become a regular feature of their mode of cul- ture after its benefits have been ob- served. This consists of nothing more nor less than mowing the strawberry leaves as low as possible shortly after the benies are picked, throwing these together with a little straw between the rows, drying them^ quickly on a hot, sunshiny day, and then burning them at once. The strawberry leaf rust and leaf spot are among the diseases that are verj- destructive and contagious. They can be partially prevented by the use of the Boixleaux mixture, but the germs causing the leaf destruction re- main in the old patch from one year to another. Also, the aphis and sev- eral other insect pests attack the leaves during the summer. It has been found that if the leaves are mowed closely on a warm, dry day, and slightly dried and mixed with just a little straw and then burned, the pests are practically all destroyed, and the plants themselves escape uninjured. Consequently, this is the time of year to give such treatment. Good new runners will be formed at once; especially, if a little commercial fertilizer or finely-divided manure from the stable or poultry house be scattered over the roots of the old plants and these be cultivated in the regular manner. New leaves will yet be formed this season, and the plants will be put in good condition for bear- ing a much more abundant and a healthier crop next year than if the leaves had not been burned. Persons who doubt the efficiency of this treat- ment should mow the leaves of some of the plants, and see the results for themselves. — Zoological Press Bulletin. Addison County, Vermont, is suffer- ing a scourge of grasshoppers such as this state has never known. There are millions of the insects and the farmers have no way of combating them. The insects are eating the short hay crop faster than farmers can harvest it. Grain fields are also being attacked. The loss will reach thousands of dol- lars. GREEN-STRIPED MAPLE WORM. Maple trees are attacked by a num- ber of insects, the worst of whicii are the fall webworm and the caterpillar of the tussock moth. Another trouble- some pest of all kinds of maple is tlie green-striped maple worm, which eats the leaves, often defoliating the tree entirely. This is a naked caterpillar, yellowish green, nearly two inches long. The moth of this caterpillar is of a beautiful pale yellow shaded with delicate pink. The spread of wing is about two inches. The insect abounds especially in Kansas, Nebraska, Missouri, Illinois, and Iowa, but is found also in the Gulf States and in the North and East. In Missouri there are two broods in a year and each female moth lays at least 150 eggs. Some birds eat the green-striped maple worm, such as the robin, blue- bird, tufted titmouse, red-headed wood- pecker, and others. These should be protected. Paris green sprayed on the trees will kill the young caterpillars; one pound to 50 gallons of water may be used, but one-half pound will probably be sufficient. Arsenate of lead may be used as strong as 2 to 4 pounds for 50 gallons of water. A trench dug about the tree a toot deep, with sides sloping under will trap large numbers of caterpillars as they leave the tree in search of a place to bore into the ground and enter the pupa stage of their life. In the trench they can be easily killed. This insect is more fully described in Circular 110 of the Bureau of En- tomology, U. S. Department of Agri- culture. ANT HILLS IN GRASS PLOTS. The superintendent of a cemetery In Pottsville wrote to the Pennsylvania State College in regard to the trouble that was being experienced by some of the lot holders in that cemetery through ants building hills on the lots and destroying the grass. The letter was referred to Prof. Sur- face, State Zoologist, Harrisburg, who gave the following information: "You can get rid of these pests with certainty, and very easily, by making holes in the ant hills to a depth of a foot or a foot and one-half, and pour- ing in a liquid known as carbon; bisul- fide or bisulfide of carbon. Use about one-half teacupful of this to each hill, making the holes two or three feet apart, in accordance with the size of the ant hill and the porosity of the ground. For a heavy clay soil, they must be nearer, but for a light, sandy soil, they can be nearly three feet apart. These holes can be made with a sharpened stick. A broom handle, pointed at the end, will answer the purpose. After the liquid has been poured in, close the holes with earth, and also keep the mound covered with a wet blanket for an hour or two. The carbon bisulfide will not Injure vege- tation, but it will kill the ants." — Zoo- logical Press Bulletin. August 7, 1909 H OR Tl CULTURE 189- " tvury Bua Ham Him Domm.' Insect-destroying preparations that do their work well and effectively are the cheapest. Bowker's Arsenate of Lead and Bowker's Pyrox are recognized stand- ard insecticides and fungicides for both indoor and outdoor use. Bowker's Insect Emulsion destroys many kind of plant lice, black and green flies, etc. Call or send for catalogue, DHU/I^CD INSECTICIDE DUrVNCn company 43 CHATHAM ST. BOSTON PULLMAN'S INSECT and WORM DESTROYER Kills Worms and Ants In ground. Kills Cut Worms. Kills all kinds of Insects. Acts as Fertilizer to ground. Tills powder is put up in paclsages from 1 to 100 lbs. Full directions and testimonials in each pacltage. PRICE lib 30c I 26 lbs «1.50 6 lb9 35c 50 lbs 3.75 10 lbs 65c I 100 lbs. 5.00 NICOTINE Kills TUrips, Red Spider, Black Fly, Aphis, Green Fly and other greenhouse pests. This solution is put up in 'A pt. cans ...at 36c 1 1 pt. cms.- -at » 1.40 K pt. cans .■■at 50c 1 cit. cans... at 2.75 a pt cans .. .at »0c | % gal cans at 5.00 Sgalca s at 40.00 Salesmen Wanted Everywhere — Maie By— The Philadelphia Insecticide Co. 324 Queen Lane, Germantown, Phiia., Pa. Which Spray Pump^ ^^^^^ shall you bny? Baythe Spray Pump that folly meets the demands of the Government Agri cultural Scientists and all practl cal Pralt Growers. These pumps widely known as DEMING SPRAYERS and are made In 23 styles for nae in small gardens or immense orchards Write for onr lifoy catalog with Spraying Chart. Add 4 cents post- age ana receive "Spraying for Profit." a useful guide book. CHARLES J. JAGER CO. 231-28& FT»akllnSt., Bovton SPRAYED determined by size, soundness, color d flavor^all of which are improved by use of Potash. Potash not only 3roves and increases yield but pro- jces new woody growth in orchard stock. Send for Valuable Books on fertilizing, prepared ' experts, and invaluable to the orchardist. Sent * on application. GERMAN KALI WORKS 93 Nassau Street, New York '/^l/, ATLANTA: Candler BIdg. CHICAGO :Monadnock Block ^,;^^" ¥^v ^^feSAf^^r'^:-,^^ New Chicago Sprayer Tbis sprayer is made of aluminum witli two brass plates, one fine, one coarse. These are easily removed and quickly cleaned. Spraying face 41-2 inches wide, nozzle 6^ inches long; % inch pipe connec- tions. These sprayers will never wear out and are said by users to be the finest on the market. Send to us for testimonials from growers using them. Price $2.50 Each ■£. H. Hunt, 76-78 Wabash Ave., Chicago, 111. The Best BugKilleranil Bloom Saver F»r PROOF Write to P.R.Pal6thorp«Co. OWENSBORO, KY. P SOAP SPRAY THREE SUCCESSFUL YEARS Outdoor or Indoor ELM BEETLE OR WHITE FLY EASTERN CHEMICAL CO. Pittsburg Street, Boston, Mass. KILMDEAD ThebestofaU71 m^s^ 'thetobacct^^l^ .Dusting or Tunu^atin^ y-» 60 1b*,, 1.7B eOO lbs.. 1 4,00 2C Bardar St, New York. THIS KILLS MILDEW EVERY TIME FOR PARTICULARS WRITE Benjamin Dorrance ROSE GROWERS Dorranceton. Penna. In writing tm Advertisers kindly mention Horticulture 190 HORTICULTURi: August 7, 1909 POT MAKERS FOR 140 YEARS HEWS STANDARD POTS WORLDS LARGEST MANUFACTURERS! Pearson Street, LONG ISLAND CITY, N. Y. WRITE FOR CATALOGUE AND DISCOUNTS A. H. HEWS & CO., Inc. CAMBRIDGE, MASS. 452-460 No. Branch St., CHICAGO, ILL. PRACTICAL CEMENT BENCHES. The greenhouses and nurseries of the Geo. Wittbold Co., at Edgebrook, oc- cupy a place of 32 acres, 12 miles from the heart of Chicago, which eight years ago was a virgin forest. The grounds are planted with shrubs and trees. The greenhouses comprise about 70,000 square feet of glass. The wooden benches are now being replaced by those of cement construc- tion of the sectional type, after a de- sign perfected by Otto Wittbold, who is in charge of the place. The posts are 4 inches square at the top and 8 inches square at the bottom and 2 feet high, set 5 feet apart from center to center. The side pieces are "L" shaped, 4 inches at bottom, 8 inches high and IVt inches thick, reinforced by chicken wire and three rods of tele- phone wire, and are in sections 5 feet long. The bottom pieces are 1 inch thick, 8 inches wide, 5S inches long, reinforced with two rods of telephone wire and placed crosswise of the bed the ends resting on the side pieces. The centers are supported by a piece of 2x4 cement made in any length de- sired, running lengthwise under the bench and resting on posts of cement. These are also reinforced by two heavy twisted strands of telephone wire. In reply to a question Mr. Wittbold stated that he mixed the cement in the proportion of one part cement to three parts coarse sand or gi-avel used quite wet. At the present price of material the cost is $60 for bench 5 feet wide, 150 feet long, including all labor for making and erecting. STANDARD FLOWER POTS Packed in small crates, easy to handle. Price per crate Pr ce per crate 1500 a in pots m crate $4.88 144 6 in. pots in crate $3.16 15002^ 1500 aM «< 525 6.00 1207 '• ** 4.20 608 " " 3,00 HAND MADE 1000 3 5.00 48 9 in. pots in crate $3.60 600354 " ** 5.80 48 10 " 4.80 5004,, " ** 4-50 24 II " •• 3.«° 4564'^ 5-24 24 12 ** " 4.80 3»o5 *' 4.51 12 14 " " 4.80 SI0 554 3-78 616 " 4.50 Seed pans, same price as pots. Send for price list of Cylinders for Cut flowers. Hanging Baskets, Lawn Vases, etc, Tenperccnt.off for cash with order. Address Hilfing:cr Bros., Pottery, Fort Edward^.Y. August Rolker & Sons. Agti. 31 Barclay St> N. Y. City. Syracuse Red Pots ALL THE STANDARD SIZES It will soon be time to order large pots for fall potting. We have a full line of the best. Syracuse Pottery Co.. ^^"y^"^^- I— STANDARD FLOWER — If your greenhouses are within 500 miles of the Capitol, write us, we can save you money. W. H. ERNEST ^— 28th I M Sts,, - Washington, 0. C. '— GREENHOUSES BUILDING OR CONTEMPLATED. Erie, Pa. — Eric Thor&pson, one house. Detroit, tVlich.— C. L. Walker, one house. Paris, Ky. — John Christman, house, 20x70. Morristown, N. J. — R. A. Elliott, one house. Springfield, HI. — Carl Rauth, house, 36x159. Austin, Tex. — Austin Floral Co., house, 24x75. Paola, Kan. — Mrs. W. Z. Garman, 40-ft. addition. Decatur, Ind. — Ernsburger & Moses, range of houses. So. Royalston, Mass. — E. B. Hanson, range of houses. Nashville, Tenn. — Mclntyre Bros., range of houses. Paterson, N. J. — M. Werne, two houses, each 16x75. Hamburg, N. Y. — Wm. Minnigheim, four houses, each 40x204. Geneva., N. Y.— J. P. Welch, two houses, each 25x125; Smith ^ ifen- nett, house, 25x200. Lexington, Ky. — J. A. Kellar, carna- tion house, 28x200; Michler Bros. Co., carnation house, 20x100. Austin, Tex. — Seiders & Walker, two houses, each 22x100; lean-to, 14x12 and propagating shed, 6x50. Randolph, Mass. — Wm. Bellingham, violet house, 18x100; Henry E. Belcher, remoddeling and additions; Paine Bros., house, 40x150. NEWS NOTES. Evansville, Ind. — Julius Niednagel & Sons are putting in a 150 h.p. boiler for heating their increased space. Athol, Mass. — G. W. Sutherland has nearly completed a 60-foot chimney in connection with a new steam plant for heating his houses. Clifton, N. J. — Robert Simpson has replaced the wood benches in his rose houses with Wilson & Hoyt patent con- crete benches and is highly pleased with the change. PATENTS GRANTED. 928,323. Apparatus for Automatically Regulating Heaters. James Naughton, BeHeville, N. J. 928,361. Boiler Tube Cleaner. Sidney M. Cockburn, London, Eng- land. 928,372. Lawn Sprinkler. Albert Fish- er, Chicago, 111. 928,711. Pipe Hanger. Edward E. Taft, Mount Pleasant, Iowa, assignor to The Taft Manu- facturing Company, Mount Pleasant, Iowa. A STIC A "^USEiTNOW. F.I.PIERCE CO. 12 W. BROADWAY NEW YORK naatica Is elastic and tenacious, admits of ex- pansion and contraction. Putty becomes hard and brittle. Broken glass more easily removed without breaking of other glass as occurs with hard patty. Lasts longer than putty. Easy to apply. Co^yriBhti Scad your biuiacK direct to Waahiogtam. Sarcs time and insum bcttar sarvioc. iVnODjd attention guaranteed. TwcQtT-five years' actire tcrvlcc. SPECIALTY: " WorklnK oa th* FaHa of Otben." 8IG6ERS & 8I6BER8 rXTBHT LAWYmas Bm », NatlaaMi Un«M BtdMtog WaaMnctoa, D. C. ■*»**»*»'*-*"*****"*^^*^** Holds Class Firmly See the Point isr PEERUSS OlazlBV Points are the beau No rigtiu or leftt. Box of 1,000 polDU 75 eta. postpaid. HENBT A. DREER, 7 14 Chertaat Ba., mia., Pa. GREENHOUSE CONSTRUCTION LUMBER John C. Moninger Co. 1 17 E. Blackhawk St., CHICAGO. The Annual Meeting of the Florists' Hail Association of America will be held at "Music Hall," Cincinnati, Ohio, at 4.30 P. M. on Thursday, August 19th, 1909. JOHN Q. ESLER, Sec'y ADVERTISERS' IDEAL 5. A. F. Convention Number to be Issued August 14. Oriler space now — It pays to be forehaniled August 7, 1909 horticui^ture: 191 KROESCHELL BOILER MADE OF FIIE BOX FLANOE PLATE Can not Crack Witir Spaci li Front, Sidis and Back Tki Mist Popular Boiler Mada SEND FOR UrALOeUE. IROESCHELL BROS. CO. 466Eri«St., CHICACO, ILL. BTetjthlng for OreenbODse BnUdlDK Write for Infor- matloD and prices In Widths from 14 feet o inches to 54 feet o inches. Withont posts, KINO TB>USS SASH BAR HOUSES. IRON GUTTERS AND EAVES. IRON AND CYPRESS BENCHES. VENTILATING MACHINERY. KING CONSTRUCTION CO. NORTH TONAWANDA, N. Y. mm SISH . SIRS t2 fMt cr lo*(«i HOT BED SASH PECKY CYPRESS BENCH LUMBER GREENHOUSES EIESTED Ml EQUIPPED COMPLETE IF DESIREI Wrlf tor Ciiottlmi "D" mad rriom Ai A. T. 8TEiRN8 LUHBU M. NEPONSET. BOSTON. MASS. THE ADVANCE MACHINE Sold one machine on trial to £13 Indiana firm last April. July 24th they came in with an trder for 18 machines all complete. That certainly shows that we do please and ihai cur line is built right and works right. Get our estimate on your needs and give us a trial. We know that we can please you The Advance Go. RICHMOND, IND. We can supply in any Size or Length and in Car Loads or any Quantity PECKY CYPRESS The Ideal Lumber for Greenhouse Benches MOST LASTING -LEAST EXPENSIVE When ordering your other building material it is wise to add enough Pecky Cypress to make the shipment a carlot and so take advantage of lower carload freight rates. WRITE TO US FOR PRICES THE FOLEY MFG. CO., 26th & WESTERN AVES. Chicago STANDARD PLATE GLASS CO. rianufacturers — Importers — Jobbers NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY FRENCH OR AMERICAN GREENHOUSE GLASS LOWEST PRICES ON REQUEST 26-30 Sudbury St. BOSTON, flASS. 61-63 Portland St. g^u BAA Prices Advancing ULAOa SHARP, PARTRIDGE & CO. 22nd AND LUMBER STS., CHICACO FOR GncENHuUoEo write us be form buying BOSTON PLATE & WINDOW GLASS CO. GREENHOUSE GLASS """*~ *'*° 261 to 287 A Street BOSTON AMERICAN 20 to 22 Canal Street FOR GLASS SALE New American natural glass made 8x10 and 10x12 B, sin- gle, $1.55 per bos; 8x10, 10x12 and 10x15, B, double, $1.80 per box; 12x14 to 12x20, 14x16 to 14x20, B, double, $1.92 per box; 16x16 and 16x18, B, double, S2.00 per bos; 16x20, 16x22 and 12x24, B, double. $2.08 per box; 12s24, B, double, $2.13 per bos. Discount In large quantities. nine Good serviceable second-hand with r I r C good threads and a coupling with each length, no .1unk — 1 in., 3e.; Hi to-i 4%c.; 1% in., 5c.; 2 in., 6%c.; 2^4 In., 10^4c.; 3 In., at 14c. and 4 In. at 19c. New 2 In. standard black, S^^e. Old 4 in. greenhouse pipe, 14c. per foot; 4 In. boiler tubes, 7c. per foot. We quote you above only a few of our prices. We manufacture and Job In every- thing pertaining to greeniouses, both new and secondhand. Get our prices before nlaciag your orders. mjlETROPOLITAN IVIaTERIAL CO. Greenhouse Wreckers 1392-1402 netropolitan Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. Evans 20th Gentury Am Will Dot twist tile shafting pipe. Three times the power oC old style elbow arms. Sold only with Evans Challenge Machina iVrite for fret Catalorue tc QUAKER CITY MACHINE CO. Richmond, Ind. Tha rLOKISTS' HAIL ASSOCIITIOS or AMERICA, iirarar of 29,000,*«e 4^ ft. %t ^IJMS. For particslan tddrcM John GU Es**r,t«( y.8ad per 1000; 3Vln., from Bench, J8.00 per 100. BOSTON FERNS $30.00 per 1000. H. H. BARROWS & SON. WHITMAN, mass. PALMS, FERNS AND DECORATIVE PLANTS JOHN SCOTT Rutland Road and E. 45th St. Tel. 2890 Bedford BROOKLYN, N.Y. FERNS FOR DISHES Assorted varieties, 2 in. pots, $3 per 100, $25 per io;o. PRIMROSES OBCONICA AND CHINESE Best strains, 2}^ in. pots, $3 per 100, $25 per 1000. Cash with order. FRANK OECHSLIN 8572 W. Adams St., - CHICAGO, Itl,. MEACOCK'S PALMS. KENTIA BELMOKEANA «-ln. pot, 22 to 24-ln. high $1 00 each 6-ln. pot, 24 to 26-ln. high $1 25 each 6-ln. pot, 26 to 28-in. high $1 50 each 9-In. tub, 42 to 48-ln. high $5 00 each 9-ln. tub, 48 to 54-ln. high ?6 00 each MADE-UP KENTIA FORSTEKIANA 9-In. tub, 4 plants, 42 to 48-ln. hlgh..$ 4 ea. JOSEPH HEACOCK CO. WYNCOTE, PA. THEY'RE STICKING OUT all over these pages. WHAT 7 Bargains In good stock. ORCHIDS ti^„^''"'''''i- " '?'■-'■ ^l^iPI"<>ut of CATTLEYA SCIIKOEUERAE ill splendid oondi- ftton; we ofler thesi- ui case lots of 400 bulbs at IfKi 00 Another and last shipment of the season of C.\TTI,EYA L.4BIATA- this popular ori'hid is gettiiis scarce; we offer these at .|50.00 per case. Buy these now- next year they will cost you more money. VANDA Coerulea (The Blue Orchid). Fine well-leaved plants, 12 inches C.4TTI.EYA Percivaliana. A few cases of Hue plants left unsold, these we quote at $4,S.00 per case. CATTLEYA Trianae. About ten cases of line plants left unsold, these we quote at .$48.00 per case. CATTI>BYA Mendelii. Two cases left only, at .$75.00 per case. CATTLEYA Speciosisslma. These we offer at the low price of $40.00 per case. BRASS.WOt.i I>igb.Tana. Plants with 5 to 6 bulbs, $9.00 per dozen ; .$60.00 per 100. Plants with 7 to 10 bulbs, $12.00 per dozen. EPIDENDBUM Vitellinura Majus. Plants with S to 9 bulbs, $7.50 per dozen, $50.00 per 100. tABliI,* Anceps. Fine plants with 10 to 15 bulbs, $18.00 per dozen, $125.00 per 100. XiAEL,l.\ Autuninalis. Fine plants with 6 to 9 bulbs, $15.00 per dozen, $100.00 per 100. LAELIA Albicla. Fine plants with 6 to 10 bulbs, $12.00 per dozen, $75.00 per CHYSIS SPECIES. A limited number only ; fine plants with 6 to 8 bulbs, $9.00 per dozen long, $18.00 per dozen, $125.00 per 100, 10 to 18 inches long, $24.00 per dozen, $175.00 per 100. ONCIDIUM Ineurvum. Fine well-leaved plants, with 9 to 12 bulbs, $12.00 per dozen, $90.00 per 100. ONCinilM Splendiduni. Extra fine stock, with 4 to 5 heavy bulbs, $18.00 per dozen, $125.00 per 100. DENDROBIIIM Formosum Gieanteum. This is the finest lot of plants ever arrived here. Plants with ti to 8 Inilbs, $].S.OO per dozen, $125.00 per 100. Plants with 9 to 12 bulbs, $.30.00 per dozen. $200.00 iicr 100. MILTONI.4 Candida. Superb plants Willi 0 to 8 bulbs, $1.8.00 per dozen. Superb plants with 9 to 12 bullis, $24.00 per dozen. Larger masses. $:i.50 to $5.00 each. MILTONIA Spectabilis. Large masses at $5.00 each ; or smaller plants at $1..50, .$2.50 and .$3..50 each. MIL,TONI,\ Flavescens. Large masses at $5.00 each ; or smaller plants at $2..-i() and $3..50 each. We respectfully invite you to visit us at the Convention and inspect our line of samples. IMnMAAnA««AMAMM«W«AMMAfWWWWM««MilWM< FORTUNES IN FIG ORCHARDS £. C. Robertson General Sales Manager 501 Kiam Bldg., Houston, Texas Teias Figs Are World's Fair Winners The famous flg preserves made at Aldlne, near Houston, are the finest and best known in the world. One Important thing which must not be overlooked Is that flg orchards never fail to produce large, profitable crops here. One Acre Set in Figs and one Town Lot. both for $230, Pa>able $10 down and $10 per month, without interest. No payments when sick. CLEAR WARRANTY DEED IN CASE OF DEATH Local cash market for fruit. Single crop pays for land and lot. Money back in four years with annual income thereafter for life. Better than banks, bonds, .r life In- surance. If you want to enjoy life In South Texas under your own "vine and flg tree," or make a safe and profitable investment, write for further particulars. Orange Groves on similar terms. ^MyyyyytfyyyyyyyyyyyyyyvyyyyHyytniyyyyyyyytn/yyyyyyvyyutivi WHITE ORCHIDS Are always valuable for Florists: Coelogyne Cristata Chatsv^orthii. Strong, healthy plants in 4, 5, 6, and 7 inch Pans. Ready to flower the coming Winter. $1.25, $1.50, $2.50 and $3.50 each. Will give many flowers Rose Hill Nurseries, New Rocheiie, n.y. Palms Shrubs ^mSM FLORIST Ferns Perennials Send for Our Catalogue. The GEO. WITT BOLD CO. , 1657 Buckingham Place, Chicago, III. 198 HORTICULTURE August 14, 190& •.'& m* r-f^S X&:l Boddington's MAJESTY MIGNONETTE Ket.uyiiized by tin,' growers ns tlie best paying and finest fancy Mi^nuuette grown. In tbe market it always bi*iuy;s top prices. Seed saved from selected spikes (only) under glass. V2 trade pkt., 60c ; trade pkt., $1 5 pkts. for $4 CHRISTMAS AND THANKSGIVING FLOWERING SWEET PEAS BoddlnKton'5 Extra Early ChrUtma* White Sweet Pea, Snowbird. Flowers within two months of time of sowing. Oz. Boddin^on's Snowbird, earliest forcing white $0.20 BoddiHgrton's Christmas White 10 BoddinRton's Christmas Pink 10 Florence Denzer, pure white 10 Watehunff, pure white '. 15 >Irs. Alex. Wallace. la\enJaTIONAL FLOWER SHOW It cannot be said that horticulturists pursue a policy of "Splendid isolation." In recent years representatives of various nationalities have met in friendly rivalry; each nation has undoubtedly profited by these pleasant interchanges of ideas. The last time that Britain has taken a leading part in an international flower show was in 1866, and the Eoyal Horticultural Society Council think that it is an opportune time to return some of the generous hospitality which has been ex- tended to this country in the past from foreign horti- culturisrs. The Society propose to shortly call a meet- ing to discuss the proposal, and should it receive sufBci- ent support an influential committee will be appointed to make the necessary arrangements. It is announced that the Council, on certain conditions, are prepared to guarantee £5,000 (pounds). The leading members of the Council have made many friends on the Continent in the visits which have been paid to the foreign flower shows, and there is no doubt that the French and German gardeners particularly would be very glad to co-operate in a movement of the kind suggested. The Eoyal Horticultural Society has always been anxious to pursue a comprehensive policy, and t o have a wide basis for its operations. With this object in view it has in years gone by sent collectors to all parts of the world, whose labors have enriched our floral possessions. In this useful work we have the record of such men as Eeevesdon, Forbes, Douglas, Potts, Damper, Parks, McRae, Hartweg, and Fortune. In seeking to arrange an international show the Society is continuing its policy of avoiding insular and restricted interests. A NEW TOMATO DISEASE The Board of Agriculture have issued particulars re- specting a new tomato disease which has been intro- duced in this country from abroad. The damage which the fungus is capable of doing is very serious. A crop of out-door tomatoes in Gloucestershire was entirely destroyed by it. The plants attacked show small black- ish green spots on the leaves. These are irregular in shape at first, but soon become concentric, and finally confluent and the leaves, which are rapidly killed, roil up and hang loosely from the stem. The fungus also attacks the stem, the calyx, and flnally the fruit itself. The Board advise the spraying of affected plants with a 3 per cent solution of Bordeaux mixture early in the morning every second day for two weeks. The spray should be in the form of a fine vapor falling upon the plants like a natural dew. The ingredients for a 3 per cent solution would be 3 lbs. copper sulphate, and 2 lbs. freshly burnt quicklime to 10 gallons of water. It is also suggested that the top soil" should be removed, and mixed with fresh lime in the proportion of one barrowful of lime to five of soil. It can be replaced after the lime has slaked. When planting young tomato plants pulverized lime should be scattered on the ground round the stems. The Department also advise that any wires and props used in the house or in the open air should be slowly drawn through fire in order to kill the spores adhering to them. When no remedial measures are taken, the whole plants may be destroyed within seven days from the first sign of the disease. SOME NEW EOSES At the summer show of the Eoyal Horticultural Society at Holland House, Kensington, there were some notable novelties in the rose section. General admira- tion was bestowed on the Duchess of Wellington, a H. T. of the Killarney type, and of a delightful shade of orange and gold. Walter .Speed is an imposing bloom of a deep lemon yellow tint. Grace Molyneaux, another H. T., of pleasing form; it is creamy apricot, with a flesh tint in the centre. This meritorious trio emanated from Messrs. A. Dickson and Sons, of Newtownards, Ireland, who received an award of merit for each. Ariel is the name of a new Eambler, which G. Paul and Sons have introduced ; the blooms resemble Irish Glory, and are of a rosy-pink hue. Shower of Gold, another Eambler shown by Messrs. Paul, is of a tint midway be- tween Alister Stella Gray and W. A. Eichardson, and it is likely to prove very popular. The following other new comers were noted : Mrs. Hubert Taylor, resembling Muriel Grahame; Juliette, a hybrid from Soliel d'Or, of a carmine pink shade ; Alice Cory Wright, shell pink ; Cynthia, lemon yellow: Hugo Eoller, lemon yellow and crimson pink ; Mrs. Philip Le Cornu, a deeper shade of color than Mrs. W. J. Grant; Jessie, a new polyantha, of a scarlet red tint; Beatrice, of a color between Sun- rise and Beaute Inconstante. Altogether the visitors had every reason to be satisfied with the wide range of novelties provided for their delectation. ITEMS OF INTEREST Arrangements are already being made for laying out a portion of the grounds in the Japanese style at the White City for the Anglo-Japanese exhibition next year, the inaugural banquet of which has lately been held. Owing to the unfavorable season the strawberry crop has been disappointing. Many of the growers have sus- tained heavy losses. — The Fruit and Floral Committee of the Eoyal Horticultural Society recently celebrated its jubilee by holding a banquet under the chairmanship of Sir Trevor Lawrence. Mr. George Bunyard, the Chairman of the Committee, has been presented with his portrait in celebration of the event. The picture i3 to hang at the oiBces of E. H. S., at Westminster, where the portraits of several horticultural worthies adorn the wall.— Miss Stella Frost, a pupil at the Thatcham Fruit and Flower farm, has gained the gold medal of the Eoyal Horticultural Society's public examination in horticulture. — The flower trade at Covent Garden has lately been very slow, owing to the glut of sweet peas, which are being grown for market in increasing quanti- ties; roses have also been superabundant. yy^rf. ddi*^. Roses Under Glass SEASONABLE CULTURE OF MY MARYLAND Of the new varieties recently disseminated, Maryland perhaps has attracted the greatest amount of attention and its progress this season will be watched with keen interest — and some qualms, perhaps — by those who have gone in for it. Mucli has been said and written about this variety, adverse and otherwise, and while those who have failed to do well with Maryland may be excused for their unfavorable comments there is every reason to 202 HORTICULTURE August 14, 1909 believe that this rose can be grown successfully and from a financial viewpoint satisfactorily. Maryland is a profuse bloomer ! Of this there can be no doubt and this very quality coupled with the greed of those "grumblers" is doubtless responsible for their fail- ure to cut heavy crops during the winter. When we consider that each plant makes from eight to twelve or more buds each crop, it is quite obvious that the taking of such a tremendous crop at once is bound to admin- ister a severe check to root action and while it may re- cover from one such shock, a second will undoubtedly weaken the stock to the extent that it will make but little growth until near the end of the season, when nature reasserts itself and almost anything will grow. If the disbudding were done from the beginning with a view to maintaining the growth at different stages of development, the crops would not be so large, but the check to root action would be less severe and in the end the quantity of flowers taken would equal if not exceed the cut from plants that cropped straight through the season. Maryland is a rapid grower and rather a heavy feeder, and large supplies of water are necessary to keep the food in an assimilable form. It is very important that this liberal use of water be attended by frequent stirring of the soil to keep it sweet and free from cakeing. Of insect pests red spider is about the most trouble- some during the summer months and advantage should be taken of every bright day to give the young stock a thorough syringing. In hot weather, a second syring- ing or spraying in the afternoon is of great benefit, helping to cool the house, recharge the air with mois- ture, and giving to the foliage that firm, rubbery tex- ture so characteristic of well grown Maryland. Rehmannia angulata S£t Supplement This beautiful half-hardy herbaceous perennial was recently introduced from central China by James Veitch & Sons tlu-ough their collector, E. H. Wilson. The flow- ers are produced in abundance and individually resemble much those of Incarvillpa Delavayi, as shown in the colored plate issued as a supplement with this number of Horticulture. By making sowings of the seeds in March, or early in April in heat, and pricking-off the seedlings as soon as large enough to be handled, they may be had in flower in August. When grown in pots the cultivation is the same as that for the fuchsia. The propagation of the plant from cuttings is to be preferred to seed sowing, and the young plants come quickly into bloom. The cut- tings should be struck in small pots singly and given bottom heat. Cuttings taken in February and March are ready, under good management, for planting out in May in the open air. An open spot should be selected for the bed or group. If florists would take up the pot culture of this plant they would doubtless find it a ready seller. Notes from the Arnold Arboretum Very few of the numerous ' species of the genus Buddleia widely distributed through the tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa and America are tolerably hardy in this latitude. One of them is Budd- leia japonica which is in cultivation since many years, but it is not so particularly ornamental, as the dull lilac flower spikes are not very showy. Much more beauti- ful, however, is the recently introduced Buddleia varia- hilis from Central China. It is a graceful shrub from six to eight feet high with upright or spreading and often arching branches, clothed with handsome foliage dark green above and silvery white beneath, lanceolate in outline and from four to ten inches long. The lilac fragrant flowers are borne in dense spikes from four to six inches long, the individual flowers being small and colored orange in the centre. Studded at the tips of its branches and branchlets with its long lilac flower clus- ters the shrub presents a graceful appearance and is the more valuable, as it blooms during August and Septem- ber, Unfortunately it is not perfectly hardy here, but even if killed to the ground, vigorous young shoots spring up again and usually bloom profusely the same year. In addition to the type two superior varieties have been introduced more recently. Buddleia variabilis Veitchiana is more robust, the flower spikes are longer and denser, sometimes measuring over two feet in length and the more richly colored flowers have a brighter orange centre. Buddleia variabilis magnifica has bright violet purple flowers with a deep orange eye and more constricted spikes, otherwise it is much like the pre- ceding variety. The latter variety is the earliest to bloom, then follows var. magnifica and after the type which is the next comes a still later form, var. Wilsoni, which has not yet flowered at the Arboretum ; it is said to have the largest flower spikes of all, over two feet long, and the flowers are of bright rose lilac color with an intense orange centre. There are also some other recently introduced species which have not yet flowered at the Arboretum ; one is Buddleia nivea, remarkable for the white fluffy covering of the stems and the under sur- face of the leaves, while the upper side is dark green and nearly smooth ; the flowers are not very showy, small and lavender-blue and partly hidden in the white tomentum of the inflorescence. Another is B. albiflora, but not white-flowered, as the name seems to indicate, the flow- ers being pale mauve coloring -{vith orange centre. It much resembles B. variabilis, but is less beautiful than the varieties of that species. As a new form of a well known native late-flowering shrub mention may be made of Clethra alnifolia rosea which is now in cultivation at the Arboretum, and though it has not yet flowered here, I had the opportuni- ty of seeing fresh flowers from the Watuppa Lake near Fall Eiver where this form was discovered several years ago. The flowers are flushed with pink outside, while m bud they are bright pink. It will make a pleasant contrast if planted together with the white-flowering type. Clethra alnifolia, Wliite Alder or Sweet Pepper- bush, is a handsome shrub and to be recommended for its late spicy flowers. It should, however, not be plant- ed m too sunny and dry situations, as the foliage in such localities is often disfigured by the red spider and the shrubs look then rather unsightly. It grows naturally in swampy soil. SUPPLEMENT, HORTICULTURE VOL. X. NO. 7, AUGUST 14, 1909 REHMANNIA ANGULATA PINK PERFECTION. Huitson& Kearrn. PrinUrs, London, S.B. August 14, 1909 HORTICULTURE. 203 Odontoglossum Insleayi Odontoglossum Insleayi makes n nice companion to tlie ever popu- lar 0. grande or "Baby Orchid." It requires similar treatment to 0. grande and flowers at about the same time. While the flowers are not as large as those of 0. grande, they are nevertheless very attrac- tive. The sepals and petals are greenish yellow barred and blotched with chestnut brown : the lip is bright golden yellow, bordered with cinnamon red spots. In habit of growth it very much resembles 0. grande. Here the jilants are grown in a cool house where azaleas and other plants requiring similar conditions to grow in are kept all the year around. In this house the temper- ature ranges in winter from 45 degrees to 50 degrees at night, with a rise of 5 degrees to 10 degrees during the day, according to the amount of sunshine available. From the time the flowers have de- veloped until the plants start to grow again in spring very little water is given, but during their growing season they are freely watered and if time permits they are dipped in weak liquid manure about once or twice a week. These plants, like most all of the Mexican orchids, like plenty of sunshine all the year aiound; ground glass gives all the necessary shade here. Osmunda fibre is used compost. Naugalucl-. Conn. small qu antitv for a ^.J^(^e^ Transatlantic Plant Notes IVY-LKAVED PELARGONIUMS An improved race of P. peltatum has come into com- merce which is likely to supersede the scandent varie- ties. The habit of growth of these newcomers is com- pact, the trusses of flowers larger, and consisting of r. greater number of "pips," and the colors more varied. The older varieties are admirable subjects for clothing a wall, suspending from a glasshouse rafter or principal, attaching to a supporting pillar, or as a filling for bas- kets, windows or balcony boxes; but as portable subjects for the conservatory, or apartments, they are not exactly fitted. Of varieties of this new race I may mention Mrs. Hawley, a rosy crimson, semi-double flower, pro- duced to the number of 6 to 8 in a truss supported on moderately long stout petiole ; Sabrina, a single-flow- ered, scarlet variety ; Eesplendent, with double flowers of a rosy crimson tint, the truss of a large size ; Colonel Baden Powell, of a lilac color, dotted with crimson — a beautiful flower. Others of fine quality are Hector Gia- cornelli, Mrs. W. H. Martin, semi-double and Southgate Perfection. The leaves of tlie?e varieties are of remark- able substance, and of a vivid green color. NYMPHAEA MOOEEANA A species of Xymphaea under this name was shown at the recent meeting of the Pioyal Horticultural Society by J. Hudson, gardener to Leopold de Rothschild. It seemed to be an improvement upon X. Marliaeea chro- matella, a straw colored variety, having bright orange stamens, fragrant, and a continuous bloomer during the waimer months. jSTymphaea-Mooreana has deep yellow flowers, and is equal to N. chromatella in floriferous- ness ; the leaves are of great substance, without any mot- tling; the blo.=soms when open are more globular, and the petals of greater width. The plant is an acquisi- tion to the race of hardy water lilies, and was sent to Mr. Hudson by a correspondent residing in Australia some few years ago. We thus have a native of subtrop- ical Austrplia nroving itfclf capable of succ-eeding as an ordiniirv inmate of a garden lake in southern Eng- land, with its somewhat scvcic winter climate. 204 HORTICULTURE August 14, 1909 horticulture: VOL. X AUGUST 14, 1909 WO. 7 PUBLISHED WEEKLY BY HORTICULTURE PUBLISHING CO. 11 Hamilton Place, Boston, Mass. Telephone, Oxford 292 WM J STEWART, Editor and Manager SUBSCRIPTION PRICE One Year, in advance, $1 00; To Foreign Couniries,$2.oo: To Canada, $1.50 ADVERTISING RATES Per Inch, 30 inches to page $1.00. Discounts on Contracts for consecutive insertions, as follows: One month ;4 time^^ 5 per cent ; three months ^13 times! 10 percent.; aix months 126 times 1 20 per cent ; one year 152 times; 30 percent. Page and half page spaces, special rates on application. Entered as seond-class matter December 8. 1934, at the Post Office at Boston, Mass under the Act of Congress of March \, 1879. CONTENTS Page COVER ILLUST,HATION— Music Hall, Cincinnati. ROCKY MOUNTAIN RAMBLES —L. H. Pammel— lUus- tratf d 199 BRITISH HORTICULTURE— W, H. Adsett 201 REHMANMA ANGULATA— Fi-ederick Moore 202 NOTES FROM THE ARNOLD ARBORETUM— Alfred Rehder 202 ODONTOGLOSSUM INSLEAYI— M. J. Pope— Illustrated 203 TRANS-ATLANTIC PLANT NOTES— Frederick Moore 203 EDITORIAL— Birth ot the S. A. F.— The Field as Planned— The Path of Progress — Presidential Recom- mendations — Recapitulation — Privileges Curtailed— Where the Retailer Should Get Busy— HORTICUL- TURPJ at the Convention 204-206 Fac-Simile of the Prospectus of 1885 207 S(JCIETY of AMERICAN FLORISTS: Convention Prospectus and Program for 1909 — Por- traits, President J. A. Valentine and Other Officers 2C8-211 Rochester's Ambition — Mr. Rudd's Views Appioved, I. L. Powell— Ladies' Society of American Florists... 211 CINCINNATI— Views in City and Portraits of Florists' Society Officials 212-214 NEWS OF THE CLUBS AND SOCIETIES: Southampton Horticultural Society, B. C. Palmer. . 21.'S American Rose Society 251 Massachusetts HcrticuUural Society — Newport Horti- cultural Society 254 Florists' Club of Washington — North Shore Horticul- tural Society— Club and Society Notes 255 SEED TRADE: Crop Failuies Sometimes a Blessing — Avoid Surpluses -The Vegetable Crop— The Canners' Interests— Crop Conditions' — Notes 218 FLOWER MARF.ET REPORTS— Boston, Chicago, In- dianapolis, New Yoik. Philadelphia, Rochester 223 THE NEW TAP.IFF 225 PHILADELPHIA— Her Pre-eminence in Floriculture- Men and Firms That Have Attained Distinction — Sweet Peas at Fordhook 229-213 DURING RECESS: Chicago Florists' Club— Florists' Club of Washington — Indianapolis Florists' Club— Detroit Florist Ciub — X Farmers' Picnic — Grejk-American Florists' Pxnic, Illustrated '■ 214 Market Gardeners' Picnic 255 OBITUARY'— Prof. Wm. H. Ragan 251 MISCELLANEOUS: }^ei sonal £20 News Notes 220-221-225-252 Business Changes 220 Steamer Departures. . . .■ 220 Chicaso Notes 221 St. Louis Notes 221 Indianapolis Pers/onals 221 Flowei s by Telegraph 22 L Catalogues Received 252 Incorporated , 252 Greenhouses Building or Contemplated 2;C Patents Granted 25fi The conception of the organization The birth of the of a national association devoted to S. A. F. the interests of ornamental horticul- ture which had its origin in a con- ference between John Thorpe and E. G. Hill at Cleve- land some six years previous took practical form at a meeting in Chicago, June 19, 1884, at which thirty or forty gentlemen were present. Although organization wasnot fully effected until the convention at Cincinnati in August of the following year yet the definite exist- ence of the Society of American Florists is conceded to have begun at the somewhat informal Chicago gathering, hence while the Convention of 1909 is practically the 25th anniversary of the Society's birth, but twenty-four years- and not a quarter of a century as has been several times thoughtlessly stated, have elapsed between the two Cincinnati events. The direct work of outlining the business for the first convention devolved upon an exec- utive committee meeting held at Pittsburgh, Pa., in February, 1885. We use the expression "ornamental horti- The field culture" above, with full intent. The as planned addition of the words "Ornamental Horti- culturists" to the title of the Society a few years ago has been interpreted by many, either in sincerity or for a purpose, as indicating an attempt to divert the organization from the ideals of its founders as set forth in the original name of "Society of American Florists." In refutation it is only necessary to call attention to the sentiments and wording of the original call for the Convention held at Cincinnati in 1885, of wliich we are pleased to be enabled to present a "fac- simile" in this issue of Horticulture. With the foregoing brief notes on phases The path of the Society's beginning we propose to of progress discontinue consideration here of the his- tory of the organization. So much has been already written from time to time on this subject that we are satisfied that our readers, who, we presume, are not particularly hungry for statistics, are already sufficiently conversant with what the S. A- F. has been doing during its twenty-five years of useful life. The only further reminiscence we shall indulge in will be a rather sketchy summary of what its various presidents have regarded as the pressing needs of the art in this country and as presenting fields for legitimate organized improvement work, as set forth in their various annual addresses before the Society. President John Thorpe, in his addresses at the first and second conventions of the S. A. F. called attention to the great need for the diffusion of knowledge among the craft and of the love for flowers among the people generally, the latter to be accomi)lished through the attainment o( the former. He urged the support of the local societies and of !)ublic floral exhibitions and the giving of more general attention to the science and practice of plant breeding: 1-e advocated the establishment of an experimental gar- den, a mutual benevolent association and of "a well-man- aged horticultural weekly." President Robert Craig wanted to see dealers avail them- selves of the commercial advantages presented in the opportunity to participate in the Trade Exhibitions, be- lieved in encouraging the planting of more hardy ever- greens and advised the organization of local clubs and support of local exhibitions. President E. G. Hill recommended the establishment of a training school where young men might obtain scientific and technical knowledge in floriculture. He wanted to see more attention given to the raising of new plant forms of American origin. Like his predecessors he siioke for the encouragement of public exhibitions and the formation August 14, 1909 HORTlCULTURk, 205 of florists' clubs. He called attention to the need of a bet- ter credit system and protection against the dissemination of plants under false or misleading names. President John N. May urged the value of public exhi- bitions as educators for all and pleaded for better com- mercial methods in the flower trade. President J. M. Jordan believed in the teaching of horti- culture in the public schools, the encouragement of be- quests and donations for horticultural purposes and rec- ommended co-operation of societies and individuals with the Experiment Station. President M. H. Norton advocated the establishment of a reliable system of nomenclature, the support of public exhibitions, the organization of local clubs, the develop- ment of better taste in artistic floral work, the adherence to a single specialty by flower growers, the higher edu- cation of the young men in the trade, the cultivation of more friendly business relations among the craft and the encouragement of young ladies to enter the florist busi- ness. President James Dean advised perseverance in the hybri- dizing and cross breeding of plants, the encouragement of State Horticultural Societies and kindred associations and co-operative relations between the S. A. F. and auxiliary societies. He dwelt upon the desirability of combining the scientific with the practical education for young flor- ists and suggested that the Experiment Stations should be appealed to to aid the florist in his perplexities, through investigation and research. President W. R. Smith wanted to have the compost heap removed from the front yard and a little ornamental horticulture introduced in its stead. The surplus flowers should be given to the children and the hospitals. Flor- ists' bulbs should be produced in this country and the lists of varieties of chrysanthemums, carnations, etc.. should be largely reduced. President J. T. Anthony believed America should pro- duce her own roses as she has been doing with chrysanthe- mums and carnations. The S. A. F. should unite the work of all special societies and compensate a secretary suf- ficiently to command his whole time. He recommended the establishment of an examining board to grant certifl- cates of proficiency in floriculture. President Edwin Lonsdale advocated the establishment of botany classes in connection with florists' clubs and societies and the regular study of botany in the public schools, the providing of a literary bureau to furnish reli- able news and cultural notes to newspapers and periodi- cals. He advised greater use of the facilities for soil tests and combatting insects and diseases as afforded by the Government Experiment Stations, He thought that flor- ists should study the requirements of plant life to with- stand unfavorable conditions of apartments so as to more intelligently advise buyers. President Wm. Scott spoke of the higher education es- sential for the young florists of the future and denounced misrepresentation and the giving of misleading names in the sale of plants. He recommended the establishment of a flower show as a regular adjunct of the S. A. F. con- ventions. President Adam Graham urged that the craft make a greater use of the opportunities which organization offers. President Wm. F. Gude advocated the encouragement of home bulb production, the use of all means for developing a general love for flowers and recommended an annual national flower show. President W. N, Rudd declared the great need of the times to be "to discourage and stamp out from our pro- fession and practice that which is bad; to commend and retain that which is good: to point out and retain that which is lacking" and advised a system of joint registry for new plants by the S, A. F. and special societies; he also made an appeal for a greater number of varieties in the flower market stock. President E. M. Wood recommended the establishment of a fund in the S. A. F. tor special objects, the encour- agement of auxiliary societies but under the auspices of and a charter from the S. A. F. He urged the establish- ment of a department of co-operative purchase of supplies, and the building of a national home for the S. A. F. second to no other horticultural building in the world. His text throughout was unity and co-operation. President Patrick O'Mara advised the alliance of the S. A. F. and the special societies, the support of the move- ment for a "parcels post," the production of home-grown bulbs, plants and seeds and the sending abroad of someone to study the production there of what we are now import- ing. He urged the education of employes and spoke of the value of competitions to stimulate ambition, supple- mented by access to college experiments and literature thereon. President John Burton advocated the appointment by the S, A, F, of committees on the Peony, the Iris and the Phloxes as the most simple, flexible and natural of the various plans put forth in the interests of "closer rela- tions" between the S. A. F. and other societies. He urged the desirability of horticultural education for children, the support of floral exhibitions, the home production of flor- ists' bulbs and the revival of the Nomenclature Commit- tee by the S. A. F. and uttered a caution against the dan- ger of too rapid expansion and development of business enterprises under existing conditions. President Phil. Breltmeyer repeated the warning against overproduction and called attention to recent labor prob- lems, advocating the adoption of a more nearly uniform scale of compensation for the florists' employes. He urged recognition and encouragement for the amateur horti- cultural societies by the trade, the more general use of flowering plants in public parks, a wider use of the Ex- periment Station facilities and the establishment of an arbitration committee by the S. A, F. President J. C. Vaughan recommended a greater interest in Civic Improvements within the scope of which horti- cultural products come. He voiced the value of a press bureau, urged the support of public exhibitions, the teach- ing of horticulture in the public schools, the sending of club delegates to S. A. F. meetings and that the Society should be backed up by the trade in an effort to secure uniform inspection laws, equitable freight classifications, and fair legislation. He favored tariff reduction, parcels post and larger state appropriations for experimental work in floriculture. President W. F. Kasting made a strong plea for greater diligence on the part of the florist trade in beautifying their own premises as an example for the public to fol- low. He urged the desirability of more effort to interest and instruct the public in horticultural exhibitions, favored national flower shows, a more general use of the Experi- ment Stations, parcels post, better business methods, the support of the trade press and the abolition of the con- gressional free seed system. President Wm. J. Stewart urged the need of more thor- oughly equipped horticulturists, a better system in all de- partments of study, self-education in artistic taste, the support of the societies, a sentiment in favor of forest protection, the encouragement of school gardening, educa- tion of the public by florists' example, affiliation and in- telligent co-operation between the various societies, a more comprehensive system of plant registration, parcels post and the stimulation of "the production of home-grown material. President F. H. Traendly spoke against the use of painted or wax flowers and galax leaves and urged the advance- ment of the sale of greenhouse products, supported the work of the "Council of Horticulture." advocated parcels post and horticultural education in the public schools and advised the turning over of the work of plant registration to the Bureau of Plant Industry at Washington. Each one of the gentlemen whose views Recapitulation are above quoted was naturally influ- enced in his address by local and time- ly considerations and some were called upon to face crises in the Society which demanded careful thought and wise counsel on problems more directly concerning the internal aSairs of the organization than the broader interests of the horticultural industries and such we have passed over as irrelevant here. Broadly considered, the sum and substance of the recommendations to which we now call attention is that those engaged in horticul- tural industry should take full advantage of every means for advancement individually and collectively and then, through a proper use of this intelligence, uplift the public to a higher knowledge of horticulture and a better appreciation of horticultural art. The organiza- 206 HORTICULTURE August 14, 1909 tipn of local florists' clubs and societies, the support of exhibitions — trade or public — the supervision of horti- cultural information as disseminated through the public press, the acquirement of fundamental knowledge on the part of employes whose duties bring them into contact with the people, the condemnation of everything savor- ing of pretence or misrepresentation in trade dealings, are all means tending to the end so much to be desired. To facilitate progress towards this laudable purpose the active co-operation and aid of the Experiment Stations in horticultural work should be enlisted and that ade- quate importance and strength may attach to all move- ments for such recognition, practical affiliation and co- hesion between all our local and national organizations is an essential which no one will question. These instrumentalities for the betterment of American horticulture and of those who make it their avo- cation have lost nothing of their importance with the lapse of time but are of as vital consequence now as when advocated by the earnest men whom the national society has chosen as its standard bearers from year to year. They all lead in the direction of progress and are founded on those principles which must be accepted and followed if American horticulture is to attain and hold its rightful position. They furnish unlimited ma- terial and inspiration for conventions without number and are an unfailing guide for the activities of clubs and societies wherever located and however constituted. They embody the concrete wisdom and aspiration of the craft as kindled and evolved under the kindly nurture for a quarter century of The Grand 01,d Society. Those who are disposed to accept without Privileges qualification the off-hand statement made curtailed by the railroad representatives, as quoted in the S. A. F. preliminary program, to the effect that under present arrangements S. A. F. mem- bers can attend the convention as cheaply as for- merly, may perhaps find subject for thought in the fact that the kound trip rates to the first Cincinnati conven- tion as quoted from several points were as follows : From St. Louis J13.30 From New York 16.00 From Philadelphia 14.00 From Chicago 9.00 With all our alleged advancement in transportation facilities and the freely predicted benefits in which the public were to share as a result of the abolition of free passes we are confronted with the fact that from some of the most important centers we are now called upon to pay almost double the fare for which the railroads were willing to carry us to the convention twenty-four years ago. We are aware that all protests are unavail- ing and have no doubt that everything that could be done has been done to secure better terms. Our main object in these lines is to impress upon our readers the truth as to the situation and to warn them not to be too ready to take on trust either the acts or assertions of the railroad people in their present frame of mind towards the public. The prohibition placed by school com- Where the mittees and others in authority upon retailer should the public presentation of flowers to get busy graduating pupils of schools and sem- inaries is, we understand, to be brought before the Society of American Florists for considera- tion, by florists who find their business suffering from this alleged oppressive proscription. Just what the S. A. F. will be asked to do in the matter is not in evidence yet, but it is greatly to be desired that the controversy be handled in a discreet and carefully considered man- ner so that it be made plain that dictates other than those that are purely mercenary are behind our activity. There is another subject which might with wisdom be slated for attention at Cincinnati. We refer to that standing reproach to the retail flower trade in many places — the practice of soliciting orders for floral de- signs at homes where death has entered. If some prac- tical plan of dealing with the evil could be evolved it would conduce to the honor of the entire florist trade, for, while the respectable portion of the retail store trade is the principal sufferer, in dignity and in pocket, yet it is plain that so long as no general protest is made those engaged in other departments of floral industry must bear, in the public estimation, a share of the dis- repute attached to the custom which has of late years been rapidly spreading among a certain class of so- called florists. Growers and wholesalers having regard for the fair name of their business should be found ready to join with the decorous element in the retail trade in deprecation of the abuse and in giving wide publicity to their sentiments regarding it. Apart from the phase of the question which we have here touched upon it will be well to consider whether the florists' business as a whole, including those industries more or less dependent upon it, is not materially out of pocket through the disfavor for other uses which florists' flow- ers must suffer through their frequent association with such vulgar practices. Horticulture at the Convention Hoeticulttjee's office will be located on the first floor of the exhibition, to the left of and close to the front door. A good supply of this special issue of the paper will be on hand for free distribution and we shall be glad to have our friends call and exchange greetings. Some one will be in attendance during regular business hours to receive subscriptions and advertisements or at- tend to any other business connected with the publica- tion. Give us a call. We call the attention of our readers, with no little pride and satisfaction, to the splendid array of trade advertising which appears in this issue of Hobticdl- TUEE — a much larger issue than v>'e have ever before published and one wliich would not have been within our power had the advertising trade not responded so cor- dially to our announcement. We hope that the pur- chasing trade will not neglect the opportunity thus pre- sented to acquaint themselves with what is in the mar- ket in the way of desirable material for the busy season which is now close at hand and will favor in every way possible the enterprising dealers who have chosen to talk to the buying trade through the columns of Hoeticul- TUEE. Our next issue will contain a full account of the pro- ceedings at the 25th convention of the Society of Amer- ican Florists and Ornamental Horticulturists at Cin- cinnati, Ohio, the exhibits and awards and other inter- esting news so far as completed up to the time of going to press. By the thousands of interested horticultur- ists not in attendance at the convention this will be periised with attention and the paper will be an espe- cially good medium for advertisers because of this fact. If you have anything to sell you can feel assured that whatever you may offer in that issue will enjoy a wide- spread and remunerative publicity. Send copy in now while reminded of it and we will do the rest. [ AMEKICAN+fLOKISfS Wf7al; v/e l^avc lon^ QeedeGl.- m^ ?HE Florists of tf^e United Stales t\ave for a long tlrne felt tt^e qGcessity of an ofgaqizat'On, qatlonal ^n ch[aracler, hor^est ar^d progressive 'T purpose Suc^l an orgaqiiation is r^ow an accomplished fact. Who are /fftensted ?—Tt\e 15.000 peopte directly and iqdirecHy en- gaged Iq tl^e business, are certainly iqteresied iri a Society t^at will studij aqd further if^elr gerie'al good, t^e an^ateur. lady or geritlerrian; t^e lovet of flowers iri towri or country, ttie gentleiTian's garderier, will all be interested it our Society, as If^e w^\o!e range of horticulture will be reviewed froni year to year, ar^d garderjing in all its phases w.ll be discussed iri a manner tf^at can riot fail to prort all. mo will be BenefiM.~Mls rrier^bers, to care for aqd iristruct a'l iq l^e best niodes of carrying on a successful busqess. lo f\elp those overtaUeq by n-|lsfoftur)e arjd fornri a brotherhood worthy o' t^e godd>;?s F'ora. The Plan of Action — Is to l^avQ a yearly n^eeting at oqe of tt\e larger cities; iq conr]ectiOA wiU^ ^ese t^ere will be aq exhibition — at Sucq rqeetmgs the bus^qess of t^ie Soc-ety wmar Sands, gardener Benj. C. Palmer; each of whom entered in many other classes. King getting sec- end in a fine display of gloxinias and Palmer first in a display of antirr- hinum, also both getting first and sec- ond in other displays of dahlias ac- coiding to their class. Mrs. R. M. Thoiupson, gardener Owen G. Owen, took first in the gloxinia exhibit and perennial flowers, 12 varieties. The following gardens were the lead- ing contributors to the exhibit; Mr. J. L. Breese, gardener H. W. Clark, re- ceived first on fibrous begonia, Neph- rolepis. table foliage plants and speci- men bay tree; Mr. Edward H. Wales, gardener Julius W. King, first on dis- play of annuals Phlox Drummondi, geraniums, and Celosia plumosa; Mrs. E W. Humphreys, gardener Martin McLaughlin, specimen hydrangea, pair of conifers; Mrs. R. M. Thompson, first on salvia, mignonette, browallia in pots, and perennial cut-flowers; Mrs. P. B. Wyckoff, gardener John M. Ren- ncx, first on Hydrangea hortensis and tuberous begonia: . B. Aymar Sands, first on antirrhinums, gladioli, stocks, scabiosa, and centaurea: Wm. Manice, til St on roses, dianthus, carnations, pompon dahlias, tuberous begonias, c}'- cas, dracenas. Begonia Rex, Adiantum Farleyense, palms, ferns, ficus and foli- age plants; The Meadow Club, gar- dener Frank H. Smith, first on pansies, asters, sweet peas, dahlias. Iris Kaemp- feri, phloxes and a variety of garden annuals. A very interesting and attractive ex- hibit of aquatics, nelumbiums in pink, white and yellow, nymphaeas in blue, yellow, red, pink, white and other shades, with other water plants were shown, in charge of John S. Hay from the Henrv A. Dreer establishment of Philadelphia. Mr. Hendrickson, from the J. L. Childs' Nursery, was also present with a fine display of gladioli and yellow callas. Many other entries and prizes were made and taken by the above garden- ers, as also by many others who made but a few entries, the whole contribut- ing to form in the flower and vegetable exhibit one of the most attractive fea- tures of the place this season. A most valuable aid and enthusiastic member of the advisory committee w'as Mr. Samuel L. Parrish. one of the cottage colony and the owner of the beautiful grounds on which the show has been held for two seasons. B. C. PALMER, Secretary. The Rochester, N. Y.. florists are planning for a picnic about the end of this month, but the hot weather pre- vents anybody getting unduly excited about it. Ell\vanger & Barry*s Peonies Phloxes Irises Are Unsurpassed in Variety and Quality The Best Results are to be Obtained by Planting in September Illustrated booklet with descrip- tions and planting directions FREE upon request. MOUNT HOPE NURSERIES Box T . Rochester, New York Our 1909 list of PEONIES, PHLOX and IRIS Is now ready, also Prelimirary List of CHOICE EVERGREENS and DECIDUOUS TREES Sent free to all applicants Kentias, Arecas, Latanias, Cocos, Phoenix, Araucarias, Rubbers, Crotons, Pandanuses, Asparagus, Ferns for Dishes. Before placing fall orders for Palms and Decorative Plants Write for Prices A. LEUTHY & CO. PERKINS ST. NURSERIES ROSLINDALE, MASS. EMINENT NOVELTY 1909 New Hardy Yellow Border Carnation "Comtess Knuth" Splendid cut flowers from July to November. Strong layers, $20 per ico Vigorous cuttings, $15 per i>o. Larger quantities, price on applica- tion. LILY OF THE VALLEY PIPS Price on Application. Hjalmar Hartmann & Co. COPENHAGEN. DENMARK 216 HORTICULTURE August 14, 1909 . TO OUR CUSTOMERS AND FRIENDS : If you attend the 25th Anniversary Meeting of the S. A. F. & O. H., we will be glad to meet you at GLADIOLUS HEADQUARTERS IN THE MUSIC HALL We expect to have on exhibition one of the largest and finest collec- tions of named GLADIOLI ever put up, and it will give us pleasure to have you inspect it. Yours very truly, JOHN LEWIS GHILDS, Floral Park, L. I., N. Y. White Killarney " Waban Conservatories Variety " ORDER EARLY For Fall Delivery Waban Rose Conservatories NATICK, MASS. Canadense, Super- bum, Single and Double Tigers, named Elegans, Tenuifolium, Wallace!, etc. GERMAN AND JAPAN IRIS, DEL- PHINIUM FORMOSUM Write for prices Wading River L. I., N. Y. LILIES E.S.MILLER Begonia Gloire de Lorraine Leaf Stock, June Delivery. $15 per 100, $145 per 1000. from 2]i ia pots Stock guaranteed to be absolutely free from disease. THQMAS ROLAND, NAHANT, MASS. PLANTS STAKES A Customer wrote this week, when ordering 150 Jean Oberlee Geraniums to be shipped at the Special Price of $3.00 per 100, prepaid : " In this con- nection we wish to state that the Geraniums we bought of you list October gave the utmost satisfaction to our Customers and incidentally to our Pocket Book. We will need to double our order next season. Kindly send us Special Prices for fall delivery." Not a bad letter was it ? And don't you know such a letter means some- thing to you as well as to us? Get your Geraniums from selected stock, and you will please your Customers; ours represents the highest type of Per- fection. On some kinds we are still making special prices for orders booked now for November and December delivery. Special Offer for immediate shipment, 1000 in 20 Varieties from 2 in. pots, $18.50; from 3 in. pots, $25.00. Cash with order. R. VINCENT JR.&SONSCO.,WHITEMARSH,MD. Lorraine Begonias ££55 THAN MARKET PRICE 6000 Lorraine Begonias, 2 inch Stock, Strong, Healthy Plants, Full of Shoots, $10.00 per 100. Don't Pass Up This Opportunity. It's A Bargain. E. A. BUTLER & SON, Niagara Falls, N.Y. FOR GROWING ON Jardiniere Ferns in all leading varieties, transplanted in fiats. »l (>0 per lOO; »7.50 per lOOO. 2X inch Pots-S.-i.50 per lOO: SSO.OO per 1000. Larger aiiea, all varlatlea, at special pricem on application ROSE HILL NURSERIES, New Rochelle, N.Y. TO BUYERS Patronize our advertisers, they will treat you rie^ht August 14, 1909 H ORTIC U LT U R E. 217 BOBBINK & ATKINS Z7;^^7;Sko:Z: FyO|'pr|'fif>||c Our extensive collection, including Blue Spruce, Juniperus, & Rttinosporas, Thuyas, etc., consists of all the choicest and hardiest varieties. All our Evergreens are well cultivated and are dug with a ball of roots and earth. Shade, Ornamental Stan- ^i ^^'" ''°"=^°^s in au sizes ' ■«^»*... jjjjj vaiieties. Our trees are dard and Weeping Trees ^"^'s'^' stemmed, beauhy and Many acres of our Nursery are planted with the largest and most complete collection in this country. f)A<^flfSatl%/a Plantc ^^^ ^^^'^ *" immense variety of greenhouse and ■"'*'*'' ««HVC r IdllLS other decorative stock, such as Palms, Ferns, Bay Trees, Boxwood, etc. SPECIAL PRiCESonlarge quantities gifen on application. PRH;e-LIST mailed by reqjest j SeeOurMagnifiGentDisplayatS.A.F.Convenlion(Cincinnati) Herbaceous Plants Grafted Rose Plants- Choice stoclc ready to plant Own roots : in the benches : Kaiserin, 3 inch pe Killarney, 4inch per loo $12.00 Maid, 2X " Bride, 4 " " 12.C0 Maid, 4 " " 12 00 BASSETT & WA I O. p. BASSETT field carna- $4.00 tion plants, acknowledged 3.00 the best red in the market : Per 100 - - - $12.00 4llf TR NI Office and Store IDV/IVI^, 76 Wabash Ave., Chicago Greenhouses, Hinsdale, Illinois. OVER FIFTY ACRES IN CHOICE EVERGREENS The Framinghnm Nurseries offer a large and select stock of the following rarieties of EVERGREENS Abies Balsamea, Concolor, and Fraseri; Junipers of various varieties; Picea Alba, Engeimanni, Ex- celsa, Puogensglaucfl. and Pungens Kosteri; Pinus Excelsa, Mugho, and Strobus ; Pseudo Tsuga Douglassi; Retinosporas, assorted; hardy Ta.\us, such as Canadensis, Cuspidata, and Brevifolia; Thuya Occidentalis, Globosa, Peabody's Golden, Pyramidalis, and Siberica; Tsuga Canadensis, Hemlock Spruce, a large and fine lot. We have some fine specimens of Abies concolor, Picea piingeos, and Pinus Strobus. Most of the above varieties can be safely planted from the middle of August until the middle of Sep. tember. A personal election is always advisable. Boston and Worcester Electrics pass our grounds. ADDRESS W. B. WHITTIER & GO. South Framlngham, Mass, JOHN WATERER & SON, Ltd. American Nursery Bagshot, England Are Specialists in the REALLY HARDY VARIETIES of Rhododendron Hybrids and in Select Varieties of Hardy Border Plants BETWEEN YOU AND ME, What do you think of the Buyers' Directory and Ready Reference Guide. You will find some good offers tliere also. EVERGREENS for early Fall planting: HARDY RHODODENDRONS per thousand. All other fine SHRU IS. TREES, VINES. PEKENNIAL PLANTS and FRUITS. Complete assortments: Careful grading; Lx>w prices. AMERICAN NURSERY COMPANY, Sales Department, - - - - 150 BROADWAY. NEW YORK CITY. BLOODCOOO NURSERIES DEPT., Flushing, Long Island. F. & F. NURSERIES DEPT., - - Springfield, New Jersey. Box Trees -i other EVERGREENS for Tubs "J Boxes Our Prices are Always Right — Catalog Pre* THE NEW ENGLAND NURSERIES, Inc. American Grown Roses Fruit and Ornamental Trees. Shrubs, Small Fruits, Clematis, Evergreens. Write for Trade List. W. & T. SMITH CO. Geneva, N. Y. HOLLAND NURSERIES Best Hardy Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Conifers, Clematis, H. P. Roses, Slirubs, and Herba- ceous Plants. 216 Jane St. . Weehawken Hjrts. P. 0. No. 1 . Hoboken, N. J. P. OUWERKERK, 218 HORTICULTURE August 14, 1909 Seed Trade Crop Failures Sometimes a Blessing. There is little to chronicle at this time of year, for while crops are steadily progressing towards maturity, seedsmen as a rule are off on their vacation, strengthening bo3y and mind for the struggle of the next ten or eleven months. Short crop years are usually harbingers of the season to iollow for most of the seedsmen, and while they are a temporary disap- pointment to the grower, they are best for him in the long run. Of course crop failures, or largely such, are not considered in this connection, tor when goods reach famine prices or disappear fr m the market it is not profitable icr eitlier grower' or dealer, but a moderate shortage of staple goods greatly ritrengthens prices, and increases demand, with the result that stocKf. E're well cleaned up at the end of the season, and the grow- ers' orders for the ensuing year are much larger than v.'ben the dealer carries over any considerable sur- pluses. This generally insures fresh stocl^s, which inures to the benefit of the planter and seedsman. As a rule when the grower delivers 100 per cent, he has a surplus left, which he foolish- ly peddles out at prices more or less below hisi contracting figures, the re- sult being that he has to accept lower prices the coming year and gets small- er orders. This feature of the seed business has been commented on in previous issues of HORTICULTURE, for it is almost the keystone in the arch of success, and will bear oft re- peating. No one factor is more de- moralizing than large surpluses in the hands of either growers or dealers. Avoid Surpluses. The i)ractice of many growers, of plant- ing for a surplus on speculation, hop- ing to have something to sell in case of a shorta.ge in the commodities they produce, has generally proven an illu- sion and has well-nigh wrecked more than one. A surplus per se, may not prove an evil if it is not thrown on the market at reduced prices, but not one grower in a hundred will so treat it, and herein lies the source of trou- ble. It is gratifying to note, barring one or two notorious plungers, that this evil is not nearly as prevalent as tt was a few years ago, whatever the causes may be, which will not be dis- cussed at this time, and it is hoped that the lessons which many growers have had, will be lasting. Avoid sur- pluses, and you generally escape stag- nant or falling markets. It is realized, of course, that an occasional surplus is unavoidable, but unless deliberately planned it is seldom formidable, and usually absorbed the ensuing year. The Vegetable Crop. Reports indicate a light potato crop, and strong prices the coming winter and spring. Apples will be a light crop with resulting high prices. Tomatoes •will not be a largei crop the country over, and the last rain came just in lime to save them, as the vines in many sections were dying for lack of mois- ture. Almost all vegetable crops are tinsatlstactory, and unless consumption fa greatly curtailed, prices should rule UNEEDMEV: BERMUDA ONION SEED :^E®T iiVj^i»ieo'VE:r> stock: SEND CONTRACT ORDERS AT ONCE FOR 1910— Don't Delay. -DO $T MOW, Read what my customers say about me: — " More than pleased." "Your shipment reached us first." *' We have splendid reports Irom the results of your Seeds," " Will give you all of our future business." " Germination is good." WHITE CRYSTAL WAX: EARLIEST OF ALL White Bermuda: White and Red. FEDERICO C. VARELA TENERIFFE (CANARY expert onion seed grower ISLANDS) AND exporter fairly high. One of the important vegetable crops, cabbage, has suffered greatly from drought, and as an indi- cation of the trend of prices, it may be stated that kraut manufacturers have refused to book any more orders for this year's crop, excepting at ad- vances of -50 to 100 per cent over their prices of last spring, and are not at all eager at that. The pea pack is practically finished, and the result is about as estimated in recent issues of HORTICULTURE— namely, 60 to 65 per cent on the acre- age, which is slightly below that of last year. While a few packers are greatly disappointed, most of them ac- cept the situation philosophically, knowing that the short crop will prove ihe salvation of the industry, and prob- ably raise it out of its present depres- sion. The Canners' Interests. While the next Canners' Convention is yet many moons distant, it may be interesting to repeat that it has been officially decided to hold it at Atlantic City, The Rudolph being again head- quarters. Secy, Gonell of the National Association has recently been there ar- ran.ging about rates and such other concessions as he can secure, and the result will soon be made public. Let it be remembered that unless the Ma- chinery and Supplies Association com- pletely reverses itself, there will be no exhibits. Considerable pressure is being placed on the officers in an effort to bring about this result, but as the "no exhibit" plan was adopted by an overwhelming majority of the associa- tion, the officers are not likely to neg- ative this- decision unless requested to do so by an equally large majority. Most officers understand that they are the seiTants of their associations and not their rulers. A few prompted by selfish and ambitious motives, endeav- or to use their associations to promote their personal interests, or a few, forming a little oligarchy, seek the control for their own ends. But dis- ruption is the inevitable end of every such organization, unless it frees it- self and overthrows the little selfish clique seeking to control it. This fate has overtaken some canners' organiza- tionp. Crop Conditions. Some recent advices indicate that the sugar corn crop in the west is not holding the promising condition it ex- hibited in .Tune and early July, and while there is probably no cause for great anxiety, it is worth noting. No material changes are reported in con- dition of other seed crops. Harvesting of peas has commenced, Extra Earlies and Alaska being ready for the reapers, and we should soon get some information as to yield. Let us hope for a dry harvest, as we can't afford to lose any of an already short crop. A fine rain now before pea har- vesting becomes general would not damage peas to any extent, and would do beans immense good. Notes. Randolph, Wis. — L. C. Jung has been admitted to partnership with his brother and the firm name will be J. W. Jung Seed Co. The T. Lee Adams Seed Co. of Kan- sas City, Mo., v\'as incorporated with capital stock of $15,000, and not ?10,000 as stated by us last week. Routzahn Seed Co. of Arroyo Grande, Cal., who have 350 acres devoted to sweet peas and flower seeds, report crop conditions as they enter into har- vest as unusually good, particularly on sweet peas. GIANT PANSY SEED From Seven of the most careful growers of Europe and F'rize Winners of the World on Colors, Sub- stance, Form, Size, Length of Stems and every shade and tint. Mixture, extra fine, of heavy texture, Glcnt Five Blotched and the Hybrid Giant. The proportion of light and dark is well blended for Commercial or for Private purpose. 25c Koz. $1.00 $4.00 Send for detail list of Eight Strains of the Giant Five Blotched, each strain 30 varieties and the Hybrid Giants in Separate Colors. JOHN GERARD, Mew Britain. Conn. MY GIANT CYCLAMEN arc ahead in Growth and Flowers. Bloodred, Carinlne. Daybreak. Lilac, Pink, Pure White, White carmine eyed, each separate Tr. Pkt. $1.00, I'-or Seeds $6.00. Above even mixed Tr. Pkt. 75c, toco Seeds $5.00, For larger quantities, special quo:ation. O. V. ZANCFN, Seedsman, HOBOKEN, N.J. CAB RAGE. Succession, Flat Dutch and Savoy' $i.co per 1000. $8.50 per to,ooo. CELERY. White Plume and Golden Self Blanchinf . $1 .00 per 1000. $8.50 per $10,000. PARSLEY. 35 cts. per 100. $1.25 per 1000. Cash with Order R. VINCENT, JR., & SONS CO. White Marsh, Md. Custom House Broker and Forwarder Special attention, prompt »nd careful forwarding of plants, bulbs, etc. to all parts of the country. Fred'kH. Griffin, ILfoTMf;.:-^ August 14, 1909 HORTICULTURE. 219 iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiimiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiimiiiHiiiiiiiiiiiiiiJiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii i If You Wish To Shine in the hDrticultural universe next winter because of the high qualities of your 5 hlies and other bulb products and = If you want the Choicest Florists' Flower and § Market Garden Seeds that can be produced = Then favor us with a request for quotations on material needed if you have not already S done so. As to the kind of stock we supply ask any one who has ever bought from us. = Hope to meet you at Cincinnati. S Rickards Bros., 37 E. 19th St., New York I BRIDGEMAN'S SEED WAREHOUSE = iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiim^H Eweryihing "For the Land's Sake. The one firm in Boston where all good forms of plant food may be ob- tained, is the Bowker Fertilizer Company, opposite Faneuil Hall at 43 Chatham St. All greenhouse chemicals. Nitrate of Soda, Ground Bone, Potash Salts, Sheep Manure and Wood Ashes can there be had at first hands. dou/i^cd fertilizer dUiYNlii company Everything "For the Land's Sake." GIMI PANSY SEED The KENILWORTH Strain Is unsurpassed; the Immense flowers of 3% to 4 Inches are of perfect form and sub- stance: every tint and shade Is produced In striking combination and endless varia- tion of beautiful colors and markings; It Is the result of years of selection; It embraces the largest and best of English, French, Oerman and American novelties; 1909 seed greatly Improved by rich shades of brown, bronze, red and mahogany. New seed; 1000, 25c: 2000, 40c; 6000, f 1; >4 O7;..$1.40; ti oz , J2.50; oz., $5. RAINBOW is a blend of over SO of the latest Introductions of giant pansles of the most beautiful, gorgeous colors blotched, striped, veined, mar^ned, etc. With every $1.00 worth of Kenllworth strain. 1 will send 1000 of Rainbow- free; and with other amounts in like proportion. LEONARD SEED CO. CONTRACT GROWERS AND WHOLESALE DEALERS BEANS, PEAS, SWEET CORN, ONION, GARDEN SEEDS ONION SETS FLOWEK SKEDS Get Our Prices E. KINZIE STREET, CHIwACO C. C. MORSE & CO.San'Franclsco, Cal. Onion, Lettuce, Sweet Peas X, California Specialties FRANCIS BRILL ChoiceSeeds GROWER and DEALER HEMPSTEAD LI., NEW YORK ESTABLISHED I802 LILIUM HARRISII True stock from most reliable growers PURITY FREESIA SEND FOR COPY OF OUR WHOLESALE BULB CATALOQUE NOW READY J. M. THORBURN & CO. 33 Barclay Street NEW YORK O R r> E> R IV O XV French and Dutch Bulbs FOR FALL SHIPMENT Wholesale Price List mailed to Florists on application. Joseph Breck & Sons Corp. 4r-54 NO. MARKET ST.. BOSTON. MASS For Gardeners, Truckers and Plant Growers Long Island Cabbage Seed, Cauliflower, Egg, Pepper, Tomato, Etc. Price Lists Free QualityFineBt Wholesale and Retail N E W>^ICEnLlST of my celebrated winter flowering Sweet Pea Se(>d Is being mailed. If you have not received a copy please send for one. Njrw crop of seed will be ready around July IBtB next. ANT. C. ZVOLANEK Bound Brook, - - - New Jersey BERMUDA LILIES Harrisil and Longlflorum. Selected. Lilium Longlflorum QIganteum C. S. by the case of 300. THOMAS J. GREY CO. 32 Souih Market Street. Boston, Mass. F^Nimn^OUTClTBULBS Columbia Farm Harrisii Fischers Purity Freesias Send for trade list, Schlegel & FoHler Co. 24 & 2r So. Market St., BOSTON, MASS. Ward^sTJIy^Bull3S Not how cheap, but how good. Ralph M. Ward & Co. 12 W.Broadway, New York Prices Quoted in these Columns are for Dealers Onlv. f^ LtWhen Writine to Advertisers Please Mention PWf^!RF:i ^x& !Sfe HORTICULTURE. 220 HORTICULTURE August 14, 1909 JOHN BREITMEYER'S Cor. Miami and Qratiot Aves. DETROIT, MICH. Artistic Designs . . . Higli Grade Gut Blooms We cover all Michigan points and good sections of Ohio, Indiana and Canada. WILLIAM J. SMYTH FLORIST Cor. mchlg:an Ave. and 31st St., CHICAGO We ship to all points in Illinois and Iowa. Phones: Douglas 744, Douglas 523, Douglas 740 HAUSWIRTH pJo"RfsT Out of Town orders tor Hospitals Carefully filled. 232 Michigan Ave. CHICAGO AUDITORIUM ANNEX Tel. Harrison SgS SAMUEL MURRAY Florist Coates House Conservatory 101 r BROADWAY, KANSAS CITY, MO. Both 'Phones 2670 Main. WASHINGTON, D. C. 7£>^T%^"' GLIDE'S The Far-Famed Flowers of TORONTO Delivered on mall or telegraph order for any occasion, in any part of the Dominion. JOHN H. DUNLOP, 96 Yonee St., Toronto. Ont. The Park Floral Co. J. A. VALENTINE, Pres. DENVER, COLORADO WILLIAM L. ROCK FLOWER CO. KANSAS CITY. - MO. will carefully execute orders for Kansas City and any town in Missouri or Kansas. NEW YORK, BOSTOM, PHILADELPHIA TAKE CAHE OF OCEAN STeAHERS Can Deliver to LAKE STEAHERS NORTHWEST and NORTHLAND W. J. Palmer & Son, 304 Haln St., Buffalo, N.Y. PERSONAL AND NEWS NOTES. W. F. Regan, florist of Lawrence, Mass., is able to be out after his recent illness. Visitors in Boston: A. J. Guttman, New York; Chas. W. Knight, Glen Cove. N. Y. ; Phil F. Kessler, New York. Andrew Lawritzen, a florist of St. Paul, Minn., was severely bruised in a runaway accident on the morning of August 3. Edward Arnold, formerly in the flor- ist business in Wollaston, Mass., has taken a position as head gardener on the Col. Bentley estate, Belmont. Charles Pflomm of Bridgeport, CoTin , had the decorations of the Rohde resi- dence for the lawn fete given on Aug- ust 4 by the Masonic Building Asso- ciation. STEAMER DEPARTURES M S Allan. VJ Nunikli.Tii. P.ostoii-Glicsjrow. . . Aug. 20 ^ American. S^ New York, N. Y.-S'ampton. . .Aug. :;i fg St. Louis. N. Y.-S'ampton. . ..Aug. "28 Atlantic Transport. Miniiftonkn. X. Y. -London. ..Aug. 21 Minnehaha, X. Y.-I.ondon. . . . Aug. 28 Cunard. Lusitauia. N. Y. -Liverpool. . .Aug- IS Ivernia, Boston-Liverpool Aug. 24 Mauretania, N. Y. -Liverpool. .Aug. 2.") French Line. La Rretagne, X. Y.-I-Iavre. . . . Aug. 19 La Savoie, X. Y. Havre Aug. 26 Hamburg-American. Pies. Linooln. N. Y'.-H'burg. Aug. 18 I'inelnnati. N. Y. -Hamburg. .Aug. 21 Holland-America. Kyndam, N. Y. Kotterdam. . . .\ng. 17 Leyland Line. Canadian, Boston-Liverpool. .Sept. 1 North German Lloyd. Pr. Fr. ^Vilhelm, X. Y.-B'm'n. Aug. 17 K. Wm. derG., N. Y.-B'm'n. Aug. 24 White Star. Adriatic, N. Y.-S'ampton Aufe. 18 Arabic, X. Y. -Liverpool Aug. 21 Cauada, Montreal-Liverpool. .Aug. 21 BUSINESS CHANGES. Claverack, N. Y.— Peter W. Ham has moved his violet house here from Hudson. Peterboro, Ont. — Frank Mason is of- fering his greenhouses for sale, and will start in business in 'Vancouver, B. C. Amsterdam, N. Y. — J. C. Hatcher has bought the equipment of the Starin greenhouses at Fultonville and will move them to his place here. Grand Rapids, Mich. — Peter Kunst has retired from business and leased his place to his sons, who will adopt the name of the Crescent Avenue Floral Co. Newport, R. I. — Social entertain- ments here are now keeping florists very busy. The largest function of this kind this season was a dinner dance given by Pembroke Jones at his Bellevue avenue house, August 7. The floral decorations were most elaborate and included the use of about five thousand pink hydrangea blooms, which were very tastefully arranged bv Oscar Schultz. the florist. ALEX. MeCONNELL B7i FIFTH AVENUE NEW YORK CITY Telegraphic orders forwarded to any part of the United States, Canada, and all principal cities of Europe. Orden transferred or intrusted by the trade to our selection for delivery on steamehips or elsewhere receive special attention. TelephoneGalls,487and 488 MurrayHIII Cable Address, ALEXCOifRELL DAVID CLARKE'iJ bONs Deliver orders from any part of the coontry t« New York City Or OUT-QOINQ STEAMERS Write or telegraph 2139-2141 Broadway, New York Telef>l'CDc 1539-1533 Columbus Y0UI6 & NUGENT 42 West 28 St., NEW YORK •' FLOt»tRr BY TELEBRAPt* - Ui£ANY, N. y. Plowerg or Design Work DttrVERED IN ALBANY AND VICDHTV ON TELEGRAPHIC ORDER. IT NORTH PEARL ST., ALBANY, lU Flower Deliveries In Brooklyn and other Long Island Points New York t'ity. New Jersey, etc. At Theatres, Hotels, Steamers or Residences. WILSON FultoB St. and 6reeie Aie., Brooklyn, N. Y. DANKER, 'V.'T/- ORDBRS FOR Choice Flowers and Floral Emblems PILLED PROMPTLY Orders by Wire Receive Prompt and Careful Execution J. Newman & Sons Corporation 24 Tremont Street, BOSTON Theater, Steamer and Funeral Flowers Our Specialty We can refer to leading florists in all principal citiei. Established 1870. BOSTON'S BEST In Quality and Design Otal be relied npon when you transfer jrooi retail orders to EDWARD MACMULKIN 194 BoyUton Street, Boston For Steamera sailing from iviontreal and Quebec Order by Mail or Telei^raph from MONTREAL Careful attention and prompt delivery. LOUISVILLE, KY. JACOB SCHULZ, 660 South Fourth Ave. August 14, 1909 HORTICULTURE 221 CHICAGO NOTES. News of the Week. The picnic of the Florists' Club is reported as being a success financially to the extent of $G0. Phil. Foley, chairman of the trans- portation committee, says from the an- swers to the cards sent out it would be easier to say who are not going to the convention than who are going. The latest prizes reported by Ed. Wintersou, chairman of the sports com- mittee, are a silver cup valued at $25 by W. W. Barnard Co. of Chicago, $10 by H. A. Bunyard of New York, and several prizes by Wietor Bros. Following ihe example of the Trib- une's Garden Contest last year, the South End Woman's Club has inaugu- rated a contest open to the residents of South Chicago. The contests will be decided in September and prizes will be donated by Alderman and Mrs. J. Jones, Mrs. Wm. Gillies, Mrs. Ed. L. Bishop, Mrs. J. C. Vaughan and Con- gressman .Tames R. Mann. Chicago has a plan on toot for utiliz- ing 30 acres of land just outside the limits on the southwest and known as the Gage Farm, as a nursery for grow- ing trees to be used in the city streets and parks. The Gage Farm belongs to the city and if this plan is carried out it would be put in the hands of the City Forestry Association. The place is a very valuable one and at present is rented for only a fraction of the yearly taxes. The City Gardeners' Association held their meeting, Saturday, August Sth, in the partly completed bungalow which is being erected for their use on a tract of land east of Marshall Boule- vard and south of the Bridewell bridge. About 75 gathered to get advice from Mrs. Laura D. Pelham, president of the Association. The land comprises 160 acres, the use of which was donated by the McCormick Reaper Co. It is divid- ed into small farms. 160x50 ft. in size, which are rented at $1.50 for the sea- son. All plots have been rented and most are flourishing. Personal. Miss Nelda Wolf of Budlong's, is visiting Denver and other Colorado points. John Zeck will leave for Cincinnati on the 18th in time for the bowling contest. The Misses Schiller of "Schiller the Florist," ha\e returned from an out- ing in Michigan. Joe Curran has severed his connec- tion with the Leopold Koropp Co. on Evanston avenue. Miss Hertha Tonner has returned from a lake trip, which included stop- overs at several Wisconsin cities. Mr. and Mrs. J. Simpson are on an eastern trip. They will spend some time near Lake Champlain. at Mr. Simpson's boyhood home. Visitors: 'Billy" Graff, of Colum- bus, Ohio; Mr. Powell, Goshen. Ind.; C. C. Wonnemaii, Mexico, Mo.; H. E. Philpott, Winnipeg, Man., Can. Misa E. M. Schneider of the E. M. Schneider Co., has been to Seattle, Wash., and registered for three land openings. Chicago women are not lacking in enterprise! Wm. J. Smyth is still unable to leave the hospital where he has spent most of the summer, owing to a la- mentable automobile accident recorded at the time in HORTICULTURE. ST. LOUIS NOTES. Messrs. Smith, Angermuller, Schoenle and Borg were on a day's fishing trip last week with good results. Oscar Hurttemann, manager for The Tower Floral Co., has returned from his vacation, which he spent up north. The Bentzen Floral Co. are this week moving into their new store, built espe- cially for them at Grand and Herbert streets. Miss M. S. Newman, together with Miss Armstrong, is enjoying the cool breezes at Green Mountain, Colo. They are expected home September 1. Shaw's Garden has quite an attrac- tion this week — a very large fruiting tree of the Screw Pine of the Pacific Islands. The mention of it in the daily papers brought out a good attendance. John B. Barnard has resigned his position with the W. C. Smith Whole- sale Floral Co., and started with his wife for Denver, Colo., August 9th. Tho change of climate was tor the benefit of Mrs. Barnard's health. John L. Duffy, for many years chief engineer of the park department, has resigned his position. Mr. DuSy has accepted a position as chief engineer for the Board of Education. IV^r. Duffy has a host of friends among the local florists. INDIANAPOLIS PERSONALS. Carl Sounenschmidt sails this week for a three months' trip abroad. Walter Bertermann is spending his annual vacation at Atlantic City. Homer Wiegand has left on a three weeks' auto trip through Indiana and Ohio. Adolph Baur, of Baur & Smith, left with his family for the northern lakes for six weeks. Anthony Wiegand and wife will sail for home Sept. 15 after three and one- half months' travel abroad. NEWS NOTES. Medicine Hat, Can. — The greenhouse property of the Rosery Flower & S«ed Co., at the southwest corner of City park, has been placed in the hands of a receiver. Meriden, Conn. — The Blatchley Co. are planning extensive changes and improvements in their store and nur- series. Wheaton, III.— On the night of July 28 one of the buildings at E. T. Wauzer's place was burned, and but for the heroic work of the men and their ingenuity in using the equipment on the grounds all the buildings would have been destroyed. Mr. Wanzer was with his family at Pentwater, Mich. Los Angeles, Cal. — The horticultural commissioners are preparing to enter suits against several property owners for the collection of bills incurred in fumigating trees and shrubs to de- stroy scale pests." The law provides that the property on which such work is done shall become security for the cost of fumigation. THE BEST LETTERS FOR FLORISTS' USE THOSE MADE BY THE Boston Florist Letter Go. 66 PEARL ST., BOSTON N. F. McCarthy, Mgi . Order direct or bur from your local topyly dealor. Insist on harin^ th« BOSTON loftcriptioiu. Emblem*, vtc. Always in Stock "FLOWERS BY TELEGRAPH." Leading Retail Florists Listed by Towns for Ready Reference. Denver, Colo.— Park Floral Co., 1706 Broadway. Washington D. C— Gnde Bros., 1214 F St. Chicago — Hauswlrtb, "The Florist," 239 Michigan Ave. Chicago— William J. Smith, Mlcbtgaii Ave. and Slst St. Chicago— George Wtttbold Co., 1657-59 Buckingham Place. Louisville, Ky. — Jacob Schniz, B50 Sonth Fourth Ave. Boston— Th OS. F. Galvln, 124 Tremont St. Boston — Edward MacMulkln, 194 Boyl- ston St. Boston — Hoffman, Florist, 59-61 Massa- chusetts Ave. Boston — J. Newman & Sons, Inc., 24 Tre- mont St. Boston — Jnllus A. Zlnn, 2 Beacon St. Wellesley, Mass.— Tallby. Detroit, Mich. — J. Breltmeyer's Sona, Miami and Gratiot Ares. Kansas City, Mo. — Samuel Murray, lOTl Broadway. Kansas City, Mo.— Wm. L. Rock Flovrer Co., 1116 Walnut St. Albany, N. Y.— H. G. Eyres, 11 N. Pearl St. Albany, N. Y.— F. A. Danker, 40 Maiden Lane. Nsvv York— David Clarke's Sons, 2139- 2141 Broadway. New York — Alex. McConnell. 571 Sth Ave. New York— Young & Nugent, 42 W. 28tli St. Brooklyn, N. Y.— Robert G. Wilson, Bull- ion St. and Greene Ave. Buffalo. N. Y.— Palmer's, 804 Main St. Montreal, Can. — P. McKenna & Son, St. Catherine and Gay Sts. Toronto, Can.— J. H. Dnnlop, 96 Yonge St. George Hodgdon has opened a new retail flower store at Boothbay. Me. N. E. FLOWER DELIVERIES Send flower orders for delivery in Boston and all New England points to THOS. F. GALVIN 124 Tremont St., Boston TRANSFER Your orders for flower or plant deliv- er>' in Eastern New England to JULIUS A. ZINN 2 Beacon St. , Boston WELLESLEY COLLEGE Oau HaU, Walaut Hill aad Rackridg* Hall OcheoU. TAILBY, Wellesley, Mass. Tel. Wellesley 44-1 and >. Night 44-3. 222 HORTICULTURE. August 14, 190& iiriiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii.iiiiiiiiiiiiEiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii>^ £5imiiiiiiiiiiiiiimiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiimiimfi Wm. Hagemann Hudson Terminal Bldg. New York N. Y. sillliiiilllliiiiiiiiiiiillliliiiiiillliiiiilllllllinillllllliiiilllliiiiiliilii I To Cut Flower Growers and | i Retail Florists i IF YOU «ant to find a market for your product want a regular or special supply of the product of the best growers Consult the Advertisements on these Wholesale Flower Pages = The Advertisers Represented Here are the Leading S = Concerns in the Wholesale Flower Trade S ^lllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllfc Daily Supplies of the best the Season affords. W.E.McKISSiCK&BROS. 1619-1621 Ranstead S'., Philadelphia Wholesale I Florists •i / \ * CUT FLOWER BOXES EDWARDS FOI.DING BOX CO MANUFACTURERS PHILADELPHIA, PA. 4 \ . ' / k m$. W. MeKELUR SI WABASH AVE., CHICAGO Western Headquarters for Choice Orchids Valley, Roses and all Cut Flowers PETER REINBERQ WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS 51 Wabash Av., Chicago, 111. Long Distance Phone, Central 6004 WINTERSON'S SEED STORE 45-47-49 Wabath Ave., Chicago. Seedsmen, Plantsmen, Nurserymen Florists' Supplies "We can suppiv everything used by th« Floiist. SUI'I'LY CATALOG FREE. Cor- respondence solicited. POEHLMANN BROS. GO. 33-35-37 Randolph St., • CHICAGO CUT FLOWERS Greenhouses, - Motion Qrove, Ilk Rice Brothers 11* N. 6tb Street, nV4NBAP0LlS, niNN. WHOLESALE FLORISTS and SUPPLIES CUT FLOWERS reoei-reo .25 4.00 ■as .50 3.00 6 00 1. 00 8.00 i.e« 6.00 1. 00 6.0* .50 t* a 00 ^0.00 8.00 ■05 800 -75 10. o« •5-o» 15^00 to to to I0.4 3.< J.a.BUDLONG street, CHICAGO. CUT FLOWERS Boses aod Oamattons At^edatty, 37-39 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. WHOLESALE GROWER of Henry M. Robinson J. Margolis Chas. Robinson HENRY M. ROBINSON & CO. WHOLESALE COMMISSION DEALERS IN CUT FLOWERS- FLORISTS' SUPPLIES AND HARDY CUT EVERGREENS 15 PROVINCE ST., 9 CHAPMAN PLACE ''''""2M7^26r8''MA'iN°°" BOSTON, MASS. FLORISTS' SUPPLIES Send for New Catalogue H. Bayersdorfer & Go. 1189 ARCH ST., PHILADELPHIA. Prices Quoted in these Columns are for Dealers Only When Writine; to Advertisers Please Mention HORTICULTURE. August 14, 1909 fiOKTICULTURE 223 Flower Market Reports. WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKETS.- Wheu the wholesale cut BOSTON tiower trade was invent- ed, conditions such as face the operator in that line today were unforeseen. The dealer o£ the present time has problems not dreamt of twenty-five years ago when the S. A. F. first displayed its banner as the friend of the florist and his work. We have wholesale commission men, mar- kets of various brands and box-men of antique design and mediaeval flavor, but all have to come to the same finish, when products predominate and buyers are conspicuous for their inconspicu- ■Qusness. At such times the truthful recorder has difficulty to maiutaiu his reputation for veracity and diplomacy. Have you looked into the aster ques- tion? Why should they sell for 25 cents a hundred this year and what is the matter with them, anyway? HORTI- CULTURE was the medium for some good advertisements last year of aster seeds of the higher grades, but it looks as if the growers for this market had placed their orders where price and not quality counted most. Not for a long time have we seen the aster supply iu Boston so inferior; and there are mil- Jions of them. Sweet peas of good quality are difficult to find. There are plenty of low grade flowers and they are bringing, all they are worth. As to roses, the fact is that many of the buds coming in are from young stock and valueless for market purposes. The hot weather of last week had a bad effect on all, American Beauty in jiarticular, but the cooler temperature now prevailing is having a beneficial effect. The best flowers at present are Kaiserin and Maryland. The latter is -growing in popularity and although Killarney is still a popular favorite, Maryland is to all appearances a sure winner. This market shows lit- CHICAGO tie change as the month advances. The conditions •prevailing cannot be said to be un- usual for this season of the year, un- less the absence of rain is to be re- garded as more trying on the outdoor -stock than usual. Asters are probably suffering most in this respect and the market is full of short-stemmed and Imperfect stock. There are compara- tively few good asters here and when a really good-sized order comes in it is hard to fill it. Wieland & Risch are bringing into their wholesale store as fine stock as can be seen anywhere, and in conversation with Mr. Risch, he said: "The time is gone by when as- ters are profitable. If a man wants .to make money on asters he can best do so by letting them alone. We grow the best varieties under the most ap- proved methods, using the best seeds which can be bought, but with the high price of seeds and the low price of blooms we do not get our money back for the seeds alone. We grow Vick's Mikado and start the seeds in the "house, but asters are not in the game when roses and carnations can be grown as they now are all the year round." Beauties are improving and 'Other stock is about as last week, both in price and quality. PBR IM. TO DBALBRB ONLY. CmCINNATI Aug 9 DBTNOIT Aug. g BUFFALO Aug. 5 Roaes Am. Beauty, Fan. aDd Sp •' Extra No.i " Lrflwer grades 4 Bride, 'Maid, Chatenay, F. &S.. " " Low.gr Kilbmey, Fan.SkSp '* Lower grades Richmond, Fancy & Special " Lowergrades My Maryland, Kaiserin PITTSBURO Aug. 9 CARNATIONS . MlSCGLLANeoUS Gladioli Asters Cattleyas Ulies. 30.00 to iiS.»o 15.0a to ao.oo 8.0Q to 12.00 4.00 to 6.00 to 6.00 3.00 4.00 3.00 6.00 3.00 4.00 6.00 4-00 8.00 4.00 to -75 to I 35.00 to lO.CO to Lily ol the Valley , 3.00 to Mignonette 2.00 to Sweet Peas 35 to Gardenias Adlomtum amilax Asparagus Plumoaus, strings (100) " " & Spren. (100 bchs.) 10. CO 40.00 so.co 6. CO 1. 00 50,00 15.00 4.00 3.00 ■ 50 1. 00 13. CO 50.00 35.00 20.00 to 15.00 to 10.00 to 4.00 to 4.00 3.00 4.00 2.00 4.00 2.00 25.00 18.00 15.00 8.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 3.00 .50 35.00 12. 5« 3.00 .50 .25 30.00 15.00 30.00 6.00 1.50 5c .00 13.00 4.00 1. 00 .50 30.00 1.50 20 00 50.00 50.00 30.00 10.00 6^0 2.00 6.00 2.00 6.00 2.00 6.00 3.CO 35.00 15.00 lO.CO 6.00 8.00 4.00 8.00 6.00 8.CO 6.00 18 00 10. CO 8.00 4 00 6.00 3. CO 6.00 2.eo 6.00 2.00 a. 00 2.00 .50 40.00 8.00 3.00 2.00 .20 30.00 I .00 15.00 JO. 00 30.00 4.00 1. 00 to 3.00 ■50 to 50.00 to 13. 00 to 4.00 3 00 LO 3.00 .50 to .30 .35 to 30.00 20.00 to 1.50 1.00 to 2C.OO 12.00 to 50.00 40.00 to 50.00 3C.00 to 3.00 9.*a 50.0* zo.*o 4.M • so 25.00 1.25 15. CO 50. oe 50.«« We always look INDIANAPOLIS for dull trade at this time of the year, but the past week was an ex- tremely dull one, nothing doing the entire week. American Beauties and Killarneys are about the only roses arriving in good quality. Gladioli are fine and meet with a fair demand. Lilies of all kinds prove to be good property. The market is now prac- tically divested of carnations and asters are coming along in quantity, although the quality is not what it ought to be by any means. Green goods, with the exception of fern leaves, are not very plentiful. Briefly stated, there is enough of almost everything except business. Asters to right of NEW YORK them, asters to left of them, gladioli in front of them and scarcely a street fakir even in sight — that's where the whole- sale florists find themselves oftener than otherwise this week. So rapidly have the aster and gladiolus hordes been rushed in upon the beleagued wholesalers that sales other than bar- gain lots are a rarity and the net re- turns to the growers of these things will not go far towards the purchase of tickets to the Convention. Those who have nice roses don't fare quite so badly, and there is room for a rea- sonable quantity of lily of the valley and a few orchids, etc., but after all there is very little doing in any line. Dahlias have made their appearance and will soon begin to crowd the as- ters, while "golden glow" and) a few bunches of hardy hydrangea quite suf- ."ice for the thrifty retailer's window adornment. There was a big PHILADELPHIA over-supply of poor asters last week which made the market appear to be in worse condition than the slug- gish summer trade recorded In our pre- vious week's report. But on sizing the whole situation up, trade volume was very little different. The rush of glad- ioli has slackened up somewhat, but the quality still remains excellent. Roses generally are plentiful and good for the season. American Beauties are excellent, with clean foliage, and well- colored flowers, and are in brisker de- mand than any other rose. Libertys are fairly good. The best white of course is Kaiserin, although some pretty good Brides have been arriving lately, also good Killarneys. What few carnations there are coming in are very poor and are mostly of the left- over vintage. The outdoor crop of car- nations does not seem to have panned out as strongly as usual this year, probably on account of the drouth. Very little doing in orchids. These are scarce and higher priced; but the demand is light also. It would not take many flowers to knock the bottom out of this market. Lily of the valley is fine and in excellent demand. Trade has for the ROCHESTER past few weeks been slack as usual at this time of the year. Asters are getting to be a pest around here and it seems as if everybody in the trade, and out of it, is growing them. The market is glutted and prices are way down, even for best quality. Roses are plentiful, with Kaiserin leading, but quality be- low standard. Sweet peas and other outdoor flowers come in heavily, most of them good. A novelty in the way of a yellow ohryisanthemum, has been in since the second week of July, but the stock is limited and the grower very reticent. (Probably Golden Glow, Edj Philadelphia — Skidelskey & Irwin Co. have moved their offices from North Rh street to more central quar- ters in the Betz Building, Broad street and City Hall. A. L. Jones, of Pennock-Meehan Co., left on the 9th Inst, for a two weeks' vacation. His itinerary includes Nova Scotia and other points East. Visitors: Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Crouch and Mrs. Crouch, Jr., Knoxville, Tenn. 224 HORTICULTURE August 14, 1909 FORD BROTHERS 48 West 28th Street NEW YORK Tel. \*^ Madtson Square fMUKUiliS A Full Line of All CUT FLOWERS Telephone, 3870 or 38T1 Madison Square H. E. FROMENT Wholesale Commission Florist, Choice Cut Flowers, 57 West 28th St. :: NEW YORK Telephones: 2200, 2201, Madison Square. Alfred H. Langjahr All choice cut-flowers in season. Send for quotations. Correspondence with shippers of first-class stock invited. 55 West 28th Street, New York Telephones 4626-4627 Madison Square Edward C. Horan Wholesale Florist 55 WEST 28th ST. New York PHILIP F. KESSLER 55 & 57 W. 26th St., New York. GUT FLOWERS WHOLESALE Open from 5 a. m. to 6 p. m. Sunday till 10 a. m. FINEST LILIES IN THE MARKET. Tel. 5243 and 2921 Madison Square. JOHN YOUNG WHOIESAIE FLORIST Finest American Beauties and Carnations 5 1 West 28 St. - NEW YORK FRANK MILLANG Wholesale Florist 55-57 West 26th St., NEW YORK Shipments, any quantity. Whole- sale Market Rates. Greater Ne-w YorK Florists' Association* Inc. Now Open for Gut Flower Consignments 162 Livingston Street, BROOKLYN, N. Y. Geo. W. Crawbuck Telephone Connection Manager 3642-43 Main Moore, Hentz & Nash Wholesale Commission Florists 55 and 57 West 26th Street New York Telephone No. 756 Madison Square MILLANG BROS. WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS 41 West 28th Street Telaphones ||^» Madison NEW YORK I Wholesa JOHN I. RAYNOR Wholesale Commission Florist SELLING AGENT LARGEST CROW \ A full line of Choice Cut Flower Stock for all purposes. Comprises every variety grown for New York market, at current prices TBL. 1998 HADisoN SQUARE ^9 West 28th St., New York City FOR ■ ERS 2 1 • Walter F. Gheridan Wholesale Commimtion Dealer in CHOICE CUT FLOWERS 39 West 28th Stmt, New Ytrk Telephone : 3532-3633 Madison Squar* HEADQUARTERS FOR NOVELTIES ORCHIDS A SPECIALTY THE HIGHEST GRADE or VALLEY ALWAYS ON HAND GARDENIAS, DAISIES, ROSES AND CARNATIONS JAMES McMANUS,7S9'irX42 W. 28th St.. New York NEW YORK QUOTATIONS PER 100. To Dealers Only ROSES AND CARNATIONS American Beauty, Fancy and Special • * " Extra No. 1 * ' " Lower Grades Bride, Tlald, Golden Oate, Fancy and Special. • * '* Lower Grades Klllarney, Fancy and Special ' ' Lower Grades Richmond, Fancy and Special " Lower Grades Chatenay riy Jlaryland Carnations, Fancy .md Novelties. " Ordinary and White Last Half of Week i endl ng Au 1909 g 7 lO.OO to 15.0c 6.00 to 10.00 4.00 to 6.CO •5° to 2 03 2.00 to 4.00 ■5° \.o 2.00 3.00 to 6.00 .50 to 1. 00 3.00 to 500 ■ SO to 2.00 .30 to S-oo • 50 to 6.00 1.5c to 2. CO ■75 to 1.00 HrstHalfofWsak begiruilng Aii{. S 1909 10.00 to 6.0c to 4.00 to .50 to 9.00 to .50 to 3.00 to .50 to 3 00 to .30 to .50 to .50 to 1.50 to .75 to i5.oe lO.CO 6.CO 3. 00 4-00 3.00 6.00 1. 00 5.ca 3.00 5. CO 6.00 3.00 1. 00 Alexander J. Guttman THE WHOLESALE FLORIST OF NEW YORK 34 WEST 28tK STREET PHONES. 1064-.I6r>5 MADI.50N SOUARE, ENOUGH SAID CENTRALLY LOCATED, THE HUB OF THE FLOWER MARKET SECTION CHARLES MILLANG Wholesale Florist 55 & 57 W. 26 St., NEW YORK Telephone 7062 Madison GEORGE COTSONAS & GO. Wholesale and Retail Dealers In all kinds ol Fancy and Dagger Ferns Bronze and Green Qalax Main Store JO MT. 28 St. Phone iioa Mad. Sq. NeW Vorfc GROWERS' CUT FLOWER CO. T„:^r.:::' VIOLETS, CARNATIONS, ROSES ORCHIDS, CHRYSANTHEMUMS, LILIES Consignments Solicited. Shipments to Order, any Distance 39 We 8t 28t h St roet , •'"'^j'TcS^N^S^gfr"'"" NEW YORK Durand & Marohn MANUFACTURERS OF All Kinds of Wire Work Florists' Wire Designs a Specialty 24BeaverSt., ALBANY, N.Y. WILLIAM H. KUEBLER Brooklyn's Foremost and Best WHOLESALE COMMISSION HOUSE A First Class Market for all CUT FLOWERS 28 Willoughby St., Brooklyn, N. Y. Tel. 4591 Main August 14, 1909 HORTICULTURE 225 «^=* H O T I C E I WHOLESALE FLORISTS 46 W. 2gth St., NEW YORK Telephone : 1016 Madison Sq. Ship us some stock. We need a large supply of all kinds of flowers, Roses, Carnations, Sweet Peas, Narcissus, Summer Stock, etc., for our new store. Reliability and responsibility first-class. Good prices and prompt returns, Good opportunity. WHOLESALE FLORISTS 54 West 28th St. NEW YORK Telephone 3559 Uadison Sq. Manhattan Flower Marlcet A. L YOUNG & CO. RECEIVERS & SHIP- PERS OF CUT FLOWERS. CONSIQNMENTS SOLICITED. RKCD ®. KE:LL£R 123 West 2Sth St., New York Florists' Supplies Wc manufacture all our letal Designs, Baskets, Wire Work i NoTelties and are dealers in filiisware Decorative Greens and FIsrists' Requisites MICHIGAN CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE, Inc. WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS Consignments Solicited Hardy Fancy Fern Our Speciatty 38-40 BROADWAY. DETROIT. MICH. Don't Take Any Fake 5ILRALINE:! See that the spools you buy are stamped on the reverse end with the name of JOHN C. MEYER, LOWELL, MASS. Wired Toothpicks Manufactured by W. J. COWEE, BERLIN, N. Y. Hkooo $1.75; 50,000 $7.50. Sample &•• For sale by dealers Southern Wild Smilax Satisfaction Guaranteed Louisville Floral Co., Louisville, Ala. THE NEW TARIFF. Paragraphs Relating to Horticultural Products. Para. 263. Orchids, palms, azaleas and all other decorative or greenhouse plants and cut flowers, preserved or fresh, twenty-five per centum ad va- lorem; lily of the valley pips, tulip, narcissus, begonia, and gloxinia bulbs, one dollar per thousand; hyacinths, astilbe, dielytra, and lily of the valley clumps, two dollars and fifty cents per thousand; lily bulbs and calla, five dollars per thousand; peony, iris ka- empferii or germanica, canna, dahlia, and amaryllis bulbs, ten dollars per thousand; all other bulbs, bulbous roots or corms which are cultivated for their flowers or foliage, fifty cents per thousand. Para. 266. Seeds: Castor beans or seeds, twenty-five cents per bushel of fifty pounds; flaxseed or linseed and other oil seeds not specially provided for in this section, twenty-five cents per bushel of fifty-six pounds; poppy seed, fifteen cents per bushel; mush- room spawn, and spinach seed, one cent per pound; beet, except sugar beet, carrot, corn salad, parsley, pars- nip, radish, turnip and ruta-baga seed, WILLIAM F.KASTING GO. WHOLESALE FLORISTS 383-387 Ellicott Street BUFFALO, ■ N. Y, ROBERT J. DYSART Public Accountant and Auditor simple methoda of correct accotintln( especially adapted for florlata' as«. Books Balanced and Adjusted Mercbants Bank Building 28 STATE STREET, - BOSTON TtlepboD*. Haln 68. I 188? I ESTABLISHED | I909 | KEEPING OPEN HOUSE THIS SUMMER TO RECEIVE CCiN.SIGNMENTS OF .^LL CUT FLOWERS IN SEASON TOP PRICE AND PROMPT RETURNS 106 W. 28th St., N.Y. Tal, 167 Madlaon Sq. Open 6 A. M. Daily. J. K. ALLEN NEW YORK QUOTATIONS PER 100. To Dealers Only MISCELLANEOUS Cattleyas LIHea Lily of the Valley Asters Gladioli Sweet Peas (per loo bunches) Gardenias Adlaatum Smttax Asparagus Plumosus, strings ** " & Spteti. (loo lidw) Last Half of Waeh | ending Au R.7 iDoe 30.00 to 40.00 4.00 to 6.00 1. 00 la 2,CO ■»5 to I.OO ■"5 to 3.00 i.oo to 4.CO 5. 00 to 35.00 SO to •75 6.00 to 10.00 20.00 to 30.00 10.00 to 25.00 First Half sf Weak beginnkag Aug. 9 1903 ■o.oo 4.00 I.oo ■25 •25 1.00 S.oo ■ 50 6.00 30.00 10.00 40.1 6.1 to 1.00 to 3.C0 to 4.00 to 35.00 to .75 to lo.oe to 30. •• four cents per pound; cabbage, col- lard, kale and kohlrabi seed, eight cents per pound; egg plant and pepper seed, twenty cents per pound; seeds of all kinds not specially provided for in this section, ten cents per pound. Para. 668. Seeds: Anise, canary, caraway, cardamon, cauliflower, cor- iander, cotton, cummin, fennel, fenu- greek, hemp, hoarhound, mangel- wurzel, mustard, rape, Saint John's bread or bean, sugar beet, sor- ghum or sugar cane for seed; bulbs and bulbous roots, not edible and not otherwise provided for in this section; all flower and grass seeds; evergreen seeds; all the foregoing not specially provided for in this section. Free. NEWS NOTES. Edward Edwards, formerly of Mid- dletown, R. I., is now installed as gar- dener at the Marble House, Newport, R. I., the residence of Mrs. O. H. Bel- mont. L. Merton Oage of Orange, Mass., in- forms us that gladioli -in that locality are fully three weeks later than usual, due to the continued drought, but the plants are looking well. A. E. Kunderd of Fort Wayne, Ind., has bought the entire flowering stock of his partner, Mr. Rice, has "sold his place and intends to locate at Goshen, 111., and continue raising his ruffled gladioli. KRICK'S FLORIST NOVELTIES For Sale by all Supply Houses Krick's PerfectAdjustable Pot Handle and Hanger — Strongest and cheapest on the market. Forsale by all up-io- iJate suDply houses. Sample pair, 10 cts., complete. Manufacturer and Patentee of the Per- fect Adjustable Pot Handle or Hanger, Perfect Adjustable Plant Stands and the I Jriginal Genuine Immortelle Let- ters, etc. Every Letter Marked. 1164-66 Greene Ave. Brooklyn^ N. Y. 226 HORTICULTURE- August 14, 1909 PROSI < * ^ Pleased to Meet You Again on this Auspicious celebrating its Quarter Century Anniversary and th greatest season of Prosperity in its History. ^ Don't know what you are planning but I'll U my last and biggest year's shipments of Orchid FloM large and strengthen my sources of supply that the phrase in dealing with the florists of America wl Think of Orchids Alv ^ This is of as great importance to you as it is American customer who is indispensable to your sutrong plants, 2!^-in. pots, $5.00 per doz., $35.00 per 100; 4-in. pots, $7.50 per doz., $50.00 per 100; 6-in. pans $1.50 each ; 8-in. pans, $3.00 each. We make a specialty of all kinds of Nephrolepis, carrying a large Etnck of all siies at all times — Piersoni, Elegantissima, Superbisslma, Bostoniensis, Scottii, Whiiniani, Amorp.ohli, etc. F. R. PIERSON CO. - - Tarrytown-on-ttie-Hudson, NEW YORK Soe our Exhibit of this at S- Am r« Convention at Gincinnati HENDERSON'S SUPERIOR BULBS PRCPUCE Superior Fluwers HENDERSON'S Superior Bulbs FOR AUTUMN PUNTlNe \^W^E are the Largest Importers, Dealers ^ ^ and Qrowers of Bulbs in America, and handling the unusually large quantities that we do, and being experienced Forcers and Giowers ourselves, we are in consequence enabled to select superior stock at advantageous prices, allowing us to offer Superior Bulbs at reasonable rates. WHOLESALE CATALOGUE ON APPLICATION FROn FLORISTS Peter Henderson ^ Co. 35 and 3? Cortlandt St., New York August 14. 1909 HORTICULTURE 22» ?^ (PHILADELPHIA SECTION) ^ Why You Should Buy in Philadelphia SHORT ACCOUNT OF HER PROGRESSIVE BUSINESS FIRMS-ALL STRONG SUPPORTERS OF THE S. A. F. -AND THEIR ENTICING OFFERS OF SEASONABLE AND UP-TO-DATE HORTICULTURAL PRODUCTS &" ■i HORTICULTURE is pleased to make a little innovation on this important occasion and present in impressive and attractive form the business facilities and business offers of one of America's leading horticultural centres. We be- lieve our readers will find much in this narrative of Philadelphia's emin- ence which will interest and instruct and we bespeak for these advertisers who have invested so liberally as well as for all other advertisers in HORTI- CULTURE, from whatever locality, the close attention of all who are in the market to buy horticultuial mate- rial of any sort. Although it is our purpose in the near future to give prominence in a similar manner to some other great centres of supply, yet we will just say in justification of the conspicuous position accorded to Philadelphia at this time that our chief reasons are — first, its loyalty to the Society of American Florists, un- swerving from the day of the Society's birth to the present twenty- fifth anniversary. In the second an- nual report of the Society almost one- half of the recorded membership was from Pennsylvania. Second, the many important horticultural firms in that neighborhood who do a continental — many of them a world wide business with the trade — and who have been large factors in the development of the present high standing of our profes- sion as compared with what it was a quarter of a century ago. Third, the extensive offerings these firms present in this issue of up-to-date horticultural products which every florist in the country is interested in. It is another demonstration that the Philadelphians are not slow in putting their best foot forward, and they deserve all that is coming to them. W© have pleasure in noting herewith some salient features of a few of these concerns a perusal of which will, we believe, speedily emphasize the points referred to. W. E. McKISSICK & BROS.— This firm was established in the wholesale commission flower business in 1905 un- der the name of W. E. McKissick which in 190S was changed to W. E. McKissick & Bros, by the admission of two brothers: A. P. and Howard E. McKissick. W. E. McKissick, founder of the house, graduated from the good school of Samuel S. Pennock where he had an experience of nearly eight years after which he was associated with Leo Niessen for five years and for a part of that time was vice-presi- dent of the Niessen company. The McKissick firm has been very success- ful and today holds a very high stand- ing in couimercial circles. All the members are keen business men and not so narrow minded but that they can take an interest in Florists' Clubs, Horticultural Societies and other utili- ties— which promise only indirect benefits. We consider them the type of men who will carry our business through to the future with high ideals. G. C. Watson Itepi^'sentative uf Horticulture in Philadel- phia. EDWARD REID.— This prominent wholesale commission florist started in business on 16th street, below Market street, fifteen years ago. A thorough training in the rose growing business w'lth Price, Lansdowne, cover- ing ten years, and a commercial life of four years in field service for Z. De Forest Ely & Co. gave him a founda- tion and finish that were instantly available; and just the qualities that were needed by a grower understand- ing how to market products to the best advantage, and by a retailer in having some one to depend on for in- telligent service in furnishing the goods. On being asked to state why he had been so successful Mr. Reid said: "I don't know, unless it is be- cause I'm always on my job." Always on my job! There you have a great fundamental, without which no great business is ever established. But it takes far more than being always on your job to make a success. Mr. Reid has many attributes personal and acquired in addition to that — native ability, good training as a grower and as a seller, combined with the "always-on-the-job." All that, and an- other important feature — ample capit- tall We congratulate Mr. Reid on his well-earned success and hope he will live long and prosper. H. BAYERSDORFER &CO.— In this big, wide-awake florists' supply house is presented an example of what pro- portions it is possible to reach through adherence to a policy of persistent pub- licity and enterprise. As stated in their advertisement on the inside front cover page of this papei-, this house has been a regular and very extensive exhibitor at every Trade Exhibition of the S. A. F. So well have they fol- lowed up their exhioition publicity and their liberal trade paper advertising by travel and personal attention that the two gentlemen who constitute this firm, Harry Bayersdorfer and Paul Berko- witz and their faithful traveling rep- resentative, Martin Reukauf, are indi- vidually and intimately known in every community where the florist trade has a footing from the Atlantic to the Pacific. Once a year Mr. Bayers- dorfer makes a pilgrimage to Europe and nothing of value to the American trade escapes his eagle eye. When you s])eak of Bayersdorfer & Co., you think of Philadelphia. JNO. DUNN JR. & CO.— One of the leading firms of custom house brok- ers; established 1902 by Jno. Dunn, Jr. In 1905 the firm became Jno. Dunn Jr. & Co., by the admission of Jno. A. Steer, who had been for a number of years in the custom house brokerage business, and was familiar and in- fluential in that line. They do nearly eighty per cent of the horticultural brokerage of the port of Philadelphia which tells the story better than any words of ours. PHILADELPHIA INSECTICIDE CO. — The guiding hands in this company are Mr. Pullman, the inventor of Pull- man's Insect Powder; Louis and Charles Berger, sons of William Ber- ger one of the oldest and best known florists in this vicinity. They turn out from their factory not only the well- known Pullman insect powder but also tobacco extracts and other valuable insecticides. Being practical florists as well as experienced chemists they are unusually well equipped to know the needs of the everyday florist and we think we are stating the case mildly when we say that their products are a boon to the horticulturist — not only in first cost but in practical re- sults. If your seedsman cannot supply, send a postal to 324 Queen Lane, Germantown, Philadelphia for full particulars. 230 HORTICULTURE August 14, 1909 DMII Ann PHIA f n 1 LAU tLi' n 1 A The Most Reliable Cut Flower Market In The East. We have helped to make it so, and we are justly proud of our efforts in that direc tion. Our success in the commission business should be sufficient guarantee for our- INTEGRITY ATTENTION TO BUSINESS AND LIBERAL AND JUST PRINCIPLES. We should be glad to do business with you. Let us get acquainted. We can as- sure you of pleasant business relations, that will prove to our m utual advantage THE LEO NIESSEN CO. WHOLESALE FLORISTS LEO NIESSEN CO.— Unlike most ather successful flower commission houses Leo Niessen tlie founder and present head of this firm did not grad- uate from an older house. He just started. He used to remark humor- 'Ously that he carried his store under his hat. He had no money; but he started all the same — and he looked so frank, and honest and put up his plea for business with such an in- genuous, child-like smile that he prov- ed irresistible. By and bye the hat developed into a store at Juniper and JFilbert streets. This was along about 1894. Five years later, his brother Arthur A. Niessen became a partner in the business. At that time the two brothers ran things with the help of a man and a boy. At the present time it takes twenty-five to thirty men and women to handle the business and in the rush seasons many more. Larger quarters at 13th and Filbert streets were occupied for some years, but these also proving inadequate, a cen- tral property at 12th and Arch streets was purchased — on which was erected a modern, six-story fire-proof building, •constructed of reinforced concrete, and specially designed for the cut flower business. Here has been in- stalled the most up-to-date equipment, including cooling rooms on both the first floor and basement, operated by refrigerating machinery with a ca- pacity of six tons of ice daily, and far more effective and economical than 'the old system of block ice boxes. The firm was incorporated under its present title in 1904 with Leo Niessen as president, and Arthur A. Niessen as secretary and treasurer. We con- gratulate Messrs. Niessen on their well-earned advancement, which has nothing magical about it; but is the result of long foresight — ploughing and sowing and cultivating the field in an intelligent manner year after year. No one can say luck did it; only shrewdness, hard work and lib- eral advertising — or as they say them- selves:— "doing business on business principles." BERGER BROS.— This firm, com- posed of Harry and John Berger, was established in the wholesale flower commission busi- ness in 1904, a t 1220 Filbert St. They had been well trained to the florist trade before this, hav- i n g been asso- ciated with their father, William Berger of G e r- mantown. Their liusiness has been a success from the start and they are looked upon as one of the most promising of the younger firms who have lately entered the ranks. HENRY F. MICH ELL CO.— There are as many ways of achieving success as there are men in the world. When I first knew Henry F. Michell, the founder of this firm, some twenty years ago, he had just started in busi- ness for himself at 1018 Market street —succeeding W. H. Smith — or rather, having purchased the stock, lease and good will of that business. Previous to that, he had been with Dreer seventeen years — a good school to graduate from. He struck me then as one of the cautious, conservative kind — the saving, industrious, hard work- ing, conscientious type that form so laige a percentage of the successful men of all times and all countries. I have seen no reason to change my BUYER AS WELL AS SELLER Much is heard of how to sell goods — the buyer seems to be taken for granted. On the con- trary, we think the buyer entitled to equal consideration. Well bought is half sold. We aim to be the faithful servant of both buyer and seller. Equal justice to both is our motto. Send your orders or consignments to us and judge. Wholesale Floriita 1305 Filbert St., PHILADELPHIA August 14. 1909 tlOKTlCU LTUR£ 281 MICHELUS SEEDS ^ BULBS Can always be relied upon to give satisfaction. MICHELL'S :.SEED HOUSE!) At 1018 Market St., Philadelphia (Floor Space Capacity 21,000 Square Feet ) Don't fail to look for Michell's Exhibit in the Convention Hall, where our Representative I. Rosnosky will be in attendance. Our Mr.* Frederick J. Michell will also be about to meet our many friends a'nd customers. FREDERICK J. IWICHELL. MICHELL'S ADDITIONAL ESTABLISHMENT At 518 Market St. (Floor Space Capacity .18,000 Square Peet.) Pronounced by Visitors as the most Complete Seed Estab- lishment In the United States. Please ask for a Complete Whole= sale Catalogue of Seeds, Bulbs and other needs for the florist. Our Customers have proven to be our best advertisers. Henry F. Michell Co. 1018 and 518 Market St, Philadelpliia. We Solicit Your Patronage 232 HORTICULTURE. August 14, 1909 opinion of these fundamental char- acteristics. But he has certainly de- veloped in other ways as success came to him, after the initial heart brealv- ing struggle of the first five years. He has developed confidence in him- self. He has developed in enterprise. He has dropped some of his timidity and in short, is rising magnificently to his opportunities. When I speak of Henry F. Michell I speak also of his business. He and it are one. He sticlis to it day and night the year round and dominates everything. He has able managers and lieutenants around him now, and a large force of employees; has every department well systematized; but nevertheless he works today just as long and as hard as he did twenty years ago. Mr. Michell is a native of Switzerland, and came to this country with his parents at the age of nine. He got his schooling and early business training in Philadelphia, and in thought and feeling is typically of the City of Brotherly Love. In 1890 his brother Fred, was admitted to Henrv F. Michell partnership in the firm, and in 1905 the firm became a corporation — most of the stock (if not all) being in the Michell family. Two years ago the Tower Hall property at 5th and Mar- ket street was purchased at a price said to be in the neighborhood of $150,000, (and considered a great bar- gain at that figure) and a second store, auxiliary to their lOlS Market street store, opened there last tall. Another recent enterprise was the purchase of twenty acres of fine land near Andalusia station, where modern trial grounds have been established. This will be of great benefit in the future development of the business. If any special branch of the seed business were to be singled out as one in which the Michell firm excels, it is in the florists' business. Florists are exact- ing. They demand the best. Their bread and butter depends on that. The best flower seeds; the best forcing bulbs. Nothing else will do. The initial price of an ounce of flower seeds or a thousand bulbs is a small matter when the final results are figured up. Mr. Michell has always been thoroughly alive to this fact, and has ever striven to give quality first place — and the fact that the firm does one of the largest businesses in the country among the fiorisls is ample vindication of the wisdom of this policy. Their local or counter trade among the pri- vate gardeners and suburban residents is also very large. It is an inspiring sight to see the mob of eager custom- ers, six and eight deep, at the counters during the busy seasons in spring and fall. The public parks in this and many other cities are annually sup- plied with bulbs and seeds by this firm. Everything for the farm, garden or orchard can be found here. There are perhaps not more than a .dozen firms in the whole United States that can show equal quality, quantity and va- riety. W. ATLEE BURPEE & CO.— This business was establisheil in 1876, but for some years previous to that Mr. Burpee had been interested in the sale of thoroughbred stock. He was also well known to the farming public from having been a regular cor respondent of a number of agricul- tural papers, but notwithstanding this advertising and prestige — progress in the seed business was slow at first. He tells an interesting story of these early struggles: — "The first year's business showed a net loss of $3,500, without allowance either for interest or personal salary. The second year's business barely paid expenses, while the third year showed only a profit of $2,700." Since then, however, with the exception of some years of severe ag- ricultural depression, the business has grown steadily until it is now the largest of its kind in the world, a success based primarily on three fun- damental conditions: (1) originality. (2) thoroughness, and (3) advertising. Mr. Burpee early showed his original- ity by offering collections of seeds at popular prices through the eouniry and suburban papers — a thing at tha^ time unheard of in the seed business — and by which he laid the foundation of his mailing list. He showed originality also in the writing and illustrating of his catalogues and price lists. These were thoroughly fresh and original, and caught the popular fancy amazing- ly. . The second important ingredien'. in the above recipe — thoroughness — he showed by an infinite capacity for taking pains with everything he did — a tireless energy in following up every hint or suggestion for improvement either in the production or in the dis- tribution of farm and garden seeds. Burpee was always listening. He was very 'democratic. His manner was al- ways frank, engaging, confidential. Few ever left his office without a pleasant feeling on his mind for Cur- pee; and few ever got away without Burpee having gleaned some va'uable item of out of the way experience from them. Another evidence of this thoroughness is the trial grounds at Fordhook. These are of course of inestimable value not only in showing the purity of stock and fidelity to type, but also, what is of equal importance, in giving oppor- tunity for careful comparisons of pres- ent commercial varieties and of promising claimants on probation. These claimants come from all parts of the world — some of them are vol- untary, but most of them are sent for. Maybe they already had a fine char- acter given them in some far away region. What a splendid school this is for keeping the employees as well as the management up to the mark in their knowledge of stocks, with va- rieties constantly changing from year to year, and what a beneficent in- fluence this hunting and sifting and judging is for the farmers and gar- deners everywhere. As for advertis- ing— ingredient No. 3 — little need be said, as Mr. Burpee is well known as a brilliant and liberal advertiser. He has this to say about that terrible bogey of the beginner in advertising — Direct Results: — "We do not expect a direct profit from newspaper advertising. Our records, over a period of years, show that each answer costs from 25 to 27 cents. Practically we give away the seeds we advertise; but are wil- ling to do so in order to secure thorough trials. An important factor is the moral infiuence which adver- tising exerts. If our advertisements did not appear in the leading papers some of our customers would not be reminded that they had received our W. ATLtE Burpee Farm Annua! which may have been laid aside and forgotten. Advertising is as necessary an annual expenditure as the payment of taxes or rent." Mr. Burpee thinks that the method of charging up advertising all to expense account is unfair, as at least half of it might reasonably be considered an in- vestment for the years to come, and charged up to investment account. After thirty-three years of strenuous work in the seed business, Mr. Buipee shows no signs of letting up, person- ally, but is still at it, as enthusias- tically as ever. This summer he has been North to Canada, and the North- west, among the growing seed crops; through the Western states as far as the Pacific; down South and all through the Gulf states — and at this writing, is traveling in Europe inspect- , ing crops and visiting flower shows — with eyes and ears alert for anything good. He has had an enormous in- fluence on the horticultural and agri- cultural interests — perhaps as much as any one man now living and in the prime of life, and Uncle Sam is proud of him. Business is more than a busi- ness to him. It is a profession — a passion! August 14, 1909 horticulture: 2«3 "FOUR OF THE FINEST" TRUE SUPERB NEW "SPENCER" SWEET PEAS FOR 1910 Senator Spencer Miriam Beaver Although this variety be- longs in the darlier _ colored class, the lighter bjicliground gives a mass of the blooms a sort of heliotrope tint which is very pleasing. The color is a varying combina- tion of deep claret and chocolate, striped and flaked on a ground of light heliotrope. It presents a beautiful combination of tints and colors and shows np wonderfully well under close inspection as the daintv detailed markings are most attractive. SENATOR SPENCEE Is of the true Spencer form— wavy edges on both standard and wings. — large, round, fluffy standard, long drooping wings. Both standard and wings are marked with the same colors and in the same way, with per- haps a trifle more of the wine shading in the wings. The stems are long and there are usually four good large finely formed flowers on each stem. The description of LES- TER L. MORSE on whose grounds this striking new Spencer originated. Our own notes both at FORDHOOK and in Call- nia agree eompletelv with the description quoted. W. A. B. & Co. MIRIAM BEAVER is en- tirely distinct in colnring froni any other Sweet Pea of either the Grandiflora or SpenOer types! It is almost im- possible to picture its beauty of coloring and lovliness of form. The flowers are nearly of a uniform shade, — appearing al- most to be a self color,— a rich bright soft pinkish salmon suffused with buff on a primrose ground. The effect is that of a most beautiful soft and bright salmon-pink. At top of standard the color deepens to rose. It is brighter in color than Mrs. Eoutzahn Spencer. (Last year the field name of this was "Dark Apricot and Straw" while Mrs. Eoutzahn was designated as "Light Apricot and Straw.") The flowers are uniformly of the largest size. The standard measures more than two inches across by one and five-sixteenths inch in depth. The wings fold of curl but little, measuring one and five-sixteenths inch wide and one and one-quarter inch deep. Both standard and wings are superbly waved or crinkled; in fact, this unique characteristic of the Spencer type is even more pronounced than in most other seedlings of Countess Spencer The strong stems, twelve to fifteen inches Ion" more frequently carry four flowers than three. The' vine is very thrifty, the profusion of bloom re- markable, but, like all other flrst-class true Spencers, it is a veiy shy seeder. The fully expanded flower has the ap- --- — pearance of light apricot (distinctly lemon at the throat), overlaid with a beautiful blush p"ink. The attractiveness of the flowers when bunched is beautiful beyond description. As the season advances the blush pink shading becomes rather more pronounced. In form this superb new Spencer is an exact counter- part of the finest selected strains of the beautiful pink or True (Original) Countess Soencer. The vigorous vines flower most freely, the stems are ling and carry well three or four fine flowers. Both standard and wings are wavy, ruffled and crinkled of the most advanced bpencer type. The flowers are of the largest size, the standard measures two inches across by one and five-eighths inches deep, while the wings are proportionately as large— one and one-half inches wide by one and three-eighths to one and one-half inches deep. W. T. Hutchins A Spray of SENATOR "SPENCER" Sweet Pea. Exactly natural — k, rvvrl O This brightly colored Prince of Wales bpencer is^^s ^jfe^'as't "lorifled "Spencer" type of the popular grandiflora "Prince of Wales." Because of Increased size and fluted character of flowers the effect is brighter and more P '^"The' flowers are brilliant rose-carmine or red, of good size and fine form. The wines are a pure rich rose-crimson and the standard is the same with a tint oi cherry-red. The whole effect is that of a brilliant crimson,— clear, distinct and '^''Vhe standard is large, round and wavy; the wings are full and inclined to remain boldly outright instead of drooping. ^ , , ,, t„,„ „,„„,. i„ The strong stems are long and usually bear four blossoms each The plant Is very vigorous and free floweriug. PRINCE OF WALES is a variety that belongs In all first dozen sets and Will become one of our standard shades in Spencers. ^IS- We also offer to the trade AURORA "SPENCER" and OTHELLO "SPENCER" both of which were introduced in 1909 but only at retail. The superbly beautiful flowers are of Aurora Spencer ,-eaIly enormous size, and come uni- r\.i_ II c This beautiful new Sweet Pea of the UtnellO Opencer true "Spencer" type will appeal to those having a preference for the darker colors. The flowers come uni- formly true to tvpe, being beautifully waved or crinkled both in standard and wiiigs. The stems are thick and long and carry well either three or four fine blooms of a rich deep maroon, it Is a strong grower and the intensely dark-colored flowers contrast well with the lighter shades already Introduced. formlv of the "true "Spencer" type. Both standard and wings are waved or fluted to a most pronounced degree. The magnificent flowers are produced most profusely in threes and fours, well placed on the end of long, stiff, dark-green stems. The ground color of the flower is a cream-white, and this is exquisitely flaked and mottled with rich orange-salmon. i> • ..L.J II >i. .:. r 1.1 KKnlBd nacVetB- Per okt. ISc : $2 per doz. plcU. ; $13.75 1 For number of teedi in packets. Price, to the trade on .11 the "' i ^'J^^^^^u. iAsofmpkttoim^^^^^ plea.e refer to circular, copy of beautiful New Spencer sweet , j^balf size packets: Perpki. ISc. 2 ptu. 2Sc: $lp.rdoz.pki.; which will be mailed on application. P«a» offered in thu ad verh»ement. ( $7Derl00pkt«. Inloteor SOOpkts ormore,$6.25p«rlO0pkf«. ^ Copies of our W. ATLEE BURPEE & CO. ADVANCE ANNOUNCEMENT FOR 1910" will be mailed on application. PHILADELPHIA, PA. 234 HORTICULTURE August 14, 1909 Nephrolepis Scholzeli The New Cresfed Scottii Fern This crested sport of Scottii has proven all that has been claimed for it, and promises to become the most popular variety in commerce. It is, without a doubt, the ideal crested fern ; a good, quick grower, and makes a salable plant in any size from a 3-inch pot to a large specimen. A profitable fern for everybody. We offer for immediate delivery, nice, strong plants from 2^ -inch pots. At $ 3.50 per doz. ' " 25.00 per 100. " 200 00 per 1000, 25 supplied at 100 rates 500 " •• 1000 " Nepbrolepis Scholzeli A 6ne lot of specimen plants in 6-inch pots at 5i2.oo per dozen. HENRY A. DREER, Inc. Philadelphia, Pa. PENNOCK-MEEHAN CO. — This Wholesale commission house had its initial start in iSSl by Charles E. Pen- nock, now deceased, at 30 South 16th street. In 1S,S9 the firm became C. E. and S. S. Pennock. Charles E. Pen- nock died in 1S9l and the firm became Samuel S. Pennock. In 1S92 the store was located at rear of 42 South 16th street. In 1S95 were bought the two Samdel S. Pennock dwelling! houses, 1612 and 1614 Ludlow street, the nucleus of the present Pen- nock Building in which the Pennock- Meehan Co. is located. Other pur- chases were made iu 1S9S, 1S99 and 1900. In 1906 consolidated with Charles E. Meehan (who controlled and prac- tically owned the Philadelphia Whole- sale Flower Market Co.) under the title of the S. S. Penuock-Meehan Co. The present officers of the company are: Samuel S. Pennock, president; Charles E. Meehan, vice-president; Percy B. Rigby, treasurer; and E. J. Fancourt, secretary. Mr. Pennock installed a cold storage plant in 1901, being the first wholesale house to do this. In 1903, a ribbon and supply department was started, in charge of E. J. Fan- court, and through his energy and ability has grown until it is now recog- nized as headquarters for florists' rib- bons the country over. The Pennock Building was designed and built spe- cially with a view of conducting a wholesale cut-flower and supply busi- ness. The ice-making machinery is operated by electric power and is capa- ble of producing six tons of ice daily. Owing to the new methods of storing the cold air, the machinery can be shut down for six hours or more at a time and still retain the required tempera- ture. The plant is divided off into sec- tions so that the expansion and con- traction of business can be handled without waste; 19,000 cubic feet of cool natural storage in the basement is an adjunct to the regular cold storage fa-- cilities. This latter is dust-proof and some flowers are often better here than under regular cold storage conditions. The main floor has an area of over 6,- 000 square feet, and here the receiving, grading, selling and shipping of flowers is constantly going on, and during the busy seasons such as Christmas and Easter business goes on night and day. The following remarks made by us in our 1907 convention number, on the Pennock-Meehan Co., will bear repeti- tion here: The mere mention of the names which go to make up the name of this company suggests the thought of ster- ling business integrity and conserva- tive horticultural stability, for no two names are more closely linked with the best ideals in Philadelphia horti- culture for the past half century than are these. The establishment is a good example of the possibilities in the wholesale florist business under wise progressive policies. Visitors to Philadelphia will find in its equipment much that is interesting and instruc- tive. THOMAS H. BAM BRICK. —Here is a well-known and popular Philadel- phian who for 40 years has been sup- plying good men skilled and unskilled to the horticultural trade generally. During the forty years, as the pioneer TlIO-MAS H. BAMliRICK employment agency man of the East, he has had the satisfaction of placing over a million persons in positions, and in this capacity has been a public benefactor of no small proportions. In this connection we q\iote an interesting item of news from the Philadelphia papers: "One of the latest transactions In the I^biljidclphia business world, which has uttracti'd attention throughout the country, was the recent sale of the Employment Au^st 14, 1909 HORTICULTU RE 236 Dreer's Special Offer of Seasonable Plants PALMS, OUR LEADING SPECIALTY AKECA Plants in Pots, a pot. Ilpight. 3-in. 3 12 to 15 in. 6in. 3 26 to 28 in. Cocos Wkddbliana. liVTESCENS Doz. S;i.2.5 II Mt 1000 $10,110 $90.00 $1.00 eacli COCOS WEDDELIAX.A We have nearly an acre of this most graceful Palm in fine condition Pots, 21', n. Height. .5 to 6 in. S to 10 in. 24 in. 30 in. Doz. $1..50 2.00 100 1000 $10.(jo .$90.00 15.00 140.00 $1.00 each 2.50 each KENTI.A BELMORE.4>".\ Pots. Leaves. Height. Doz. 100 2J4-in. 4 8 to 10 in. 3 -in. 5 12 in. 4 -In. 5 to 6 12 to 15 in. fi -in. 6 20 to 24 in, 6 -in. 6 to 7 26 to 2S in. 7 -in. 6 to 7 34 to 36 in, 8 -in. 6 to 7 42 to 44 in. 1000 $1.50 $10.00 $90.00 .00 1.5.00 140.00 35.00 $1.00 each 1.50 each 2.50 each 5.00 each 4.50 KEXTI.\ FORSTERI.\N.\ (Made-lp Plants) Height. Each. 6-in. pots 3 plants in a pot 24 in. $1.00 7-in. tubs 3 plants in a tub 36 in. 2.50 7-in. tubs 3 plants in a tub 38 in. 3.00 8-in. tubs 3 plants in a tub 40 to 42 in. 4.00 8-in. tubs 3 plants in a tub 42 to 45 in. 5.00 9-in. tubs 3 plants in a tub 4^ to 5 ft. 8.00 12-in. tubs 3 plants in a tub 6 ft. 15.00 14-in. tubs 4 plants in a tub 6^4 ft. 20.00 KENTI.\ FORSTERIA>'.\ Pots. Leaves. Height. Doz. 100 2i/4-in. 3-in. 4-in. 6-ln. 6-in. 7-in. Tubs. 7-in. 4 5 to 6 5 to 6 9-in 9-in, 10-in 8 to 10 in. 15 in. 15 to 18 in. 28 to 30 in. 6 34 to 36 in. 6 to 7 36 to 40 in. Leaves. Height. 6 to 7 42 to 46 in. 48 to 50 in. 4V4ft. 1000 $2.00 $15.00 $140.00 2.50 20.01) 175.00 40.0(J $1.00 each 1..50 each 5.0O 6 to 7 6 to 7 6 to 7 6 to 7 5 ft. COCOS FLEXUOSrS We offer a limited number of larger plants of Cocos Flexuosus as follows Tubs. 7-in. 8-in. Pots. 2%-in. 3 -in. 4 -in. Leaves. 3 to 4 3 to 4 LATAXI.A Per Doz. $0.75 1.25 2..50 High. 6 ft. 7 toS ft. BORBONICA Per 100 $5.00 10.00 20.00 Each. $5.00 7.50 Per 1000 $40.00 90.0<.> LIVISTON.A ROTIXDIFOLIA We offer a flue lot of this desirable mini ature Fan-Palm 2'4 in. pots $1.50 per doz 3 4 -in. 5 -in. pots pots pots 2.00 per doz. 3.50 per doz. 6.00 per doz. $10.00 per 100 15.00 per 100 25.00 per 100 PHOENIX ROEBELENII This is unquestionably one of the great Palms of the future, combining the grace of a Cocos Weddeliana with tlie hardine.ss of a Kentia; it will prove an invaluable plant for the house. We have a grand .stock and offer 2%-in. pots. $1.50 per doz.; $10.00 per 100: .$90.00 per 1000. 3 -in. pots, nicely characterized, doz. $3.50; $25.00 per 100. 4 -in. pots, nicely characterized, COc. each. 5 -in. pots, nicely characterized, $1.25 each. PHOENIX RlPICOL.\ Good 6-inch pots. $1.50 each. Good 8-inch tubs, $2.50 each. RHAPIS FL,.ABELI-IFORMIS 7-in. pots, 3 to 4 stems, 24 inches high, $2.50 each. 7-in. pots. 4 stems, 26 to 28 inches high, $3.00 each. ALSOPIIILA .\ls>TBALIS (The Aus- tralian Tree Fern) 2l4-in. pot plants at $1.25 per doz.; $.8.00 per 100. ADI.4NTrM F.4RL,BYENSE The best stock we have ever offered of this flue Maiden Hair. 3-in. pots, $3.50 per doz.; $25.00 per 100 4-in. pots, 5.00 per doz.; 40.00 per 100 6-in. pots, 1.00 each ASPLENIIM NIDUS .AVIS ^, 6 inch pots, 2-3-4 years old, 40c., soc , 60c , 75c., $i.oo. Araucaria Robusta andOlauca, 6 inch pots, 2-3 tiers, 3 years old, $1.00, $1.25, $1 50. Kentia Forsteriana. 6-7 inch pots, 25, 30, 40, 50 inches high, $1.00, $1.25, $i-50j $200, $3.00 each. Belmoreana, 6 inch pots, 5 to 6 leaves, $1.00, $1.25, $J 5°- Cocos Weddeliana, 3-4 inch, 15c., iSc, 35c. Adlantum Hybrldum. valuable for fronds for cutting, big bushes suitable for 6, 7, 8 inch pots, 30c., 4CC., 50c Arcca lutescens, 4 inch, 25c. Begonia Glolre de Lorraine. 4 inch, 25c. Lonsdale light pink and the dark pink. Sago pahms, loc. per leaf, 5-35 leaves to a plant, 6 7-8 inch pots. Asparagus Plumosa nana, 2% inch, 3c; 3 inch, 5c: 4 inch, icc. 5prengeri, 2J4 inch, 3c; 4 inch, 8c. Rubbers or Ftcus elastics, 6 inch, 4cc, ^cc. Boston, ^ hitmani, Scottli Ferns, 5-6 inch, 35C, 40C, 50c. Ferns for dishes, big assortment, $3.00 per 100, 2,^ inch pots. Solanum multlflorum (Jerusalem Cher- ries), newest strain, 2% inch, $5.00 per ico. Cash with order please. GODFREY ASCHMANN Importer and Wholesale Grower of Pot Plants 1012 W. Ontario St., PHILADELPHIA, PA. All goods must travel at purchaser's risk From Pot CHRYSANTHEMUMS nisM Clay Frlck. White Shaw Early Snow, nrs. Jas. Harshall (layor Weaver, The Harriott, $3.00 per 100. Autumn Glory, Ada Spaulding, Dr. Enguc- hard Dorothy Devens. Geo Kalb. Glory of the Pacific, Harry flay, H. W Relman, ivory, Jeanne Nonin. J. E. L.ager. J M. Troy, J K. Shaw, laud Dean, Meta, Monrovia, ninnie Wanamaker, Hrs. Alice Bvron, Hrs Baer, Hrs. Robeit HcArthur, ftajor Bonnaffon, Had h. Bergmann, Nagoya, Polly Rose, Robt.Halllday. Timothy Eaton, W. H Lin- coln, Wm Duckham, etc., $3.00 per 100, $25 00 per 1000. Send for Catalogue of Roses, cwn root and grafted, and other miscellaneous stock WOOD BROTHERS FiSHKILL, N.Y. PEONIES Send for our list- The very choicest Commercial Varietiei. FIELD CARNATIONS Pure White Enchantress Afterglow, Winona, Winsor, splendid plants, $6 per 100, $50 per 1000 THE E. G. HILL GO., Richmond, Indiana. 30,000 FIELD CARNATIONS READY NOW White Perfection. White Enchantress, Rose Enchantress, Enchantress, Lloyd. Beacon, Winsor, Imperial, B. Ward, $6 per 100, $50 per 1000. Splendor, Welcome, $10 per 100. 1. M. RAYNER, GREENPORT, L. I. N. Y. P>EONIES 16 Acres for Fall Delivery. WRITE FOR PRICES. GILBERT H. WILD, Sarcoxie. Mo. FIELD -GROWN CARNATIONS Clean, Healthy and Extra Strong THE QUEEN AND FAIR MAID $4.50 per IOC; $40. CO per 1000. AU6U JGAEDiKE&CO., Nashua, N.H. Aster Plants Vick's and Semple's Branching Fine plants that will bloom next month after all your others are done — they will make money for you. $2.00 per iOOO, $18.00 per 10,000 Chinese, Obconica Baby Primulas Cinerarias Double Giant Alyssum Asparagus — Plumosus and Sprengeri Geraniums — All Varieties Fine Plants from 212-in. pots $2.00 per 100 or 300 for $5.00 J. G. SCHMIDT BRISTOL, PA. MARY TOLMAN A New Light Pink Carnation for 1910. $12.00 per 100. $100.00 per 1000. A. E. Hunt & Co., Evanston, III. Chicago Carnation Co.,Joliet, III. Hunt Bros., - - Park Ridge, III. CARNATIONS F. DORNER & SONS CO. LaFayette, Ind. SMITH'S Chrysanthemum Manual The Mo;t Complete Treatise on this Subject. 40c Postpaid ELMER D. SMITH & CO., MtlaD, Mitt. CHARLES H. TOTTIT Wholesale Florist Chrysanthemnm NoYelties My Specialty Madison, N. J. :216 HORTICULTURE August 14, 1909 Buyer's Directory and Ready Reference Guide Advertisements under this bead, onet cent a* word. Initials count as words. Display advertisers In this Issue are also listed under this classification without charge. Reference to List of Advertisers will indicate the respective pages. Buyers failing to find what they want in this list will confer a favor by wn^ng us and we will try to put them In communication with reliable dealers. AOOOUMTAIIT R J. Dysart, 2S State St., BOBton. For page see Ll8t of Advertisers. ASIANTUMS •Godfrey Aschmann. 1012 West Ontario St., Philadelpbia. Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. AGAVES Nine Agaves, variegated 30 to 36 inch spread, 10 to 15 leaves, $3.00. E. A. cmp- man, Woonsocket, R. I. AMPEIiOFSIS. A L Miller, Jamaica, opp. Schenck Av., ■ " ■ Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertl8erS;__^ "araucarlas A Lcnthy & Co., Perkins St. Nurseries, Roslindale, Mass. For page see Ust of Advertisers. Godfrey Aschmann, 1012 West Ontario St., ">"" ' Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. ASPARAGUS Asparagus plumosus from 2V2 inch pots, ■ S2.50 per lOO; $•"..» per luOO. Cash with order, please. Floral Hill Gardens, G. F. Nelpp, Prop., Chatham, N. J. ASTERS. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. BAMBOO OANSS 'Yokohama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay Street, New York. Bamboo Sticks, Colored Green. For page see List of Advertisers. BAT TREES. 2000 Bay and Box Trees In all sizes, •Pyramid and Standards. Write for list. Julius Roehrs. Rutherford, N. J. BEDDING PLANTS A. Leuthy & Co., Perkins St. Nuntriei, Roeilndale, Mass. For page see List of Advertlsera. O. Aacbmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., Phila- delphia, Pa. Ftor page see List of Advertisers. BEGONIAS Godfrey Aschmann. 1012 West Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page sec List of Advertisers. Thomas Roland, Nahant, Mass. Begonia Gloire De Lorraine. For page sec List of Advertisers. --B. A. Butler & Son, Niagara Falls, N. Y. Lorraine Begonias. For page see List of Advertisers. ' "Begonia Gloire de Lorraine," strong Btutr ready for 4 inch pots, J15.00 per 100, J140.00 per 1000; extra large plants from 4 Inch pots, $35.00 per 100. New Begonia "Pres. Taft," strong plants, ■^25.00 per 100; extra large plants from 4 Inch pots, $50.00 per 100. All propagated from leaf cuttings. Cash with order from unknown corre- spondents. J. A. Peterson, McHenry Ave., Westwood, Cincinnati, O. BOII.ERS BOILERS. "Burnham" Boilers made for greenhouse heating. Lord & Burnham, 1133 Broadway. N. Y. >Kroeschel Bros. Co., 4G6 Erie St., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. BOOKS Pronunciation of Plant Names, sent for 50 cents, postpaid, by HORTICULTUEB PUB. CO., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. BOX'WOOD TllEES New England Nurseries, Inc., Bedford, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. The F. K. Plerson Co., Tarrytown-on- Hudson, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. B1TII.DINa ICATERIAI, BUILDING MATERIAL of all descrip- tion for All Cypress, Semi-Iron. Iron Frame or Truss Houses. Hot Bed Sash and Frames. Lord & Burnham Co., 1133 Broad- way, N. Y. BT7I.BS AND TUBERS Joseph Breck & Sons, 47-54 N. Market St., Boston. Dutch and French Bulbs. For page see List of Advertisers. J. M. Thornburn & Co., 33 Barclay St, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. A. T. Boddlngton, 342 W. 14th St., N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Rlckards Bros., .37 East 19th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. 11. FrMIcheir^Cor,"Phlladelphl5: For page see List of Advertisers. T. J. Grey & Co., 32 and 33 So. Market St., Boston. Bermuda Lilies. For page see List of Advertisers. Yokohama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Ralph M. Ward & Co., 12 W. Broadway. New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Schlegel & Fottler Co., 26 & 27 S. Market St.. Boston. French and Dutch Bulbs. For page see List of Advertisers. CANNAS R. Vincent. Jr. & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. For page see List of Advertisers. CARNATIONS F. Dorner & Sons Co., Lafayette, Ind. Carnations for Immediate Delivery. For page see List of Advertisers. Chicago Carnation Co., Jollet, III. Mary Tolman. For page see List of Advertisers. The E. G. Hill Co., Richmond, Ind. Carnation Cuttings. For page see List of Advertisers. S. S. Pennock Meehan Co., Philadelphia. Field Grown Carnation Plants. For page see List of Advertisers. S. J. Renter & Son, Westerly, R. 1 Field Grown Carnations. For page see List of Advertlserc I. M. Ray nor, Greenport, L. I., N. Y Field Grown Carnations. For page see List of Advertisers UJalmar Hartmann & Co., Copenhagen, Denmark. Carnation Comtesse Knuth. For page see List of Advertisers. 5000 Field-grown Carnation Plants, No. 1 stock; White and Pink Enchantress, White and Pink Lawson, Ladv Bountiful, White Perfection, Victory, H. Fenn, $5.00 per 100. R. Engelman, Pittsfleld, Mass. OHRTSANTHEMTTMS El. Q. HUl Co., Richmond, Ind. For page see List of Adrertlier*. C. H. Totty, Madison, N. J. For page see List of AdvertlscnL Wood Bros., FIshklll, N. Y. Chrysanthemums Rooted Cuttings. For page see List of Advertlsen. Poeblnuinn Bros. Co., Morton Grove, IlL For page see List of Advertiser!. Elmer D. amitn & Co., Adrian, Mich. Smith's Chrysanthemum Manual. For page see List of Advertisers. Herrlngton's book on the Chrysanthe- mum mailed to your address for 50c., by Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. CLEMATIS A. L. Miller, Jamaica, opp. Schenck Av., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. CONIFERS John Waterer & Sons, Ltd., American Nursery, Bagshot, Eng. For page see List of Advertisers. OUT FLOWER BOXES. Edwards Folding Box Co., Phlladelpblm. For page see List of Advertisers. Folding cut flower boxes, the best mad*. Write for list. Holton & Hunkel Co., Mil- waukee, Wis. DAHLIAS Peacock Dahlia Farms, Wllilamstown Junc- tion, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. B. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. For page see List of Advertisers. Wllmore's Dahlia Manual will be mailed for twenty-flve cents by HORTICULTDRH PUBLISHING COMPANY, 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. DECORATIVE PLANTS A. Leuthy & Co., Perkins St.. Nurseries, Roslindale, Mass. Imported Plants for Fall Delivery. For page see List of Advertisers. Godfrey Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa, For page see List of Advertisers. The Geo. Wittbold Co., 1657 Buckingham Place, Chicago, 111. For page see List of Advertisers. Robert Craig Co., Market and 49th Sta., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. John Scott, Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. EVERGREENS New England Nurseries, Bedford, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. FERHB A. Leuthy & Co., Roslindale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. H. H. Barrows & Son, Whitman, Mass. Nephroclepls Magnlflca. For page see List of Advertisers. John Scott, Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. For List of Advertisers See Page 251 August 14, 1909 HORTlCUl I 9 Chapman Place, Boston. Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, 38 and -10 Broadway, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. George Cotsouas & Co., 50 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Klce Bros., 115 N. 6th St., Minneapolis, Minn. For page see List of Advertisers. HEATTNO APPARATUS Lord & !?urnham Co., 1133 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Plerson U-Uar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Kroescheil Bros. Co., 406 Erie St., Chicago.. For page see List of Advertisers. HELP FURNISHED Thos. H. Bambrick, 34 So. 7th St., PhlUl. For page see List of Advertisers. HERBACEOUS PERENNIALS P. Ouwerkerk, P. O. No. 1, Hobokeu, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. New England Nurseries, Bedford, Man. For page see List of Advertisers. The Geo. Wlttbold Co., 16,17 Buckingham- Place. Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. HOT-BED SASH The A. T. Steams Lumber Co., Neponset, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Plerson U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Lord & Burnham Co., 1133 Broadway, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., betweea- 2.')th & 26th Sts., Chicago. HTDIXANGEAS. American Everblooming Hydrangea (H. Arborescens Grandlflora alba), heavy two- year plants for agents' use. Peonla Fes- tive Maxima and Queen Victoria, low per 1000. One hundred other choice varietle* of Peonias at low prices. The E. Y. Te«« Co., Centerviiie, Ind. INSECTICIDES. NIcotlcide kills all greenhouse pests. P. R. Palethorpe Co., Eleventh St., Owensboro, Ky. For page see List of Advertisers. Stumpp & Walter Co., 50 Barclay St., New York. Kllmdead Tobacco Dust. For page see List of Advertisers. ■ Bowker Insecticide Co., Boston, Mass. Insect Destroying Preparations. For page see List of Advertisers. Phlla. Insecticide Co., 6117 Main St, Germantown, Pa. Pullman's Insect and Worm Destroyer: Nicotine. For page see List of Advertisers. Eastern Chemical Co., Pittsburg St, Boston. "IMP" Soap Spray. For page see List of Advertisers. In writing to Advertisers kindly m^ion Horticulture ^48 HORTICULTURF. August 14, 1909 INSECTICIDES — Continued ••The Fumlgatlug Kind Tobacco Pow- der"—The first on the market and the kind that has so many Imitators, has onr gnar- antee tag of satisfaction or money back, and "The Moon Trade Mark" on every bag. 13.00 per 100 lbs. The H. A. Stoothoff Co., Hoant Vernon, N. T., makers and sellers. JAPANESE PI,ANTS Yokohama Nursery Co.. 31 Barclay St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. XENTIAS Godfrey Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. A Leuthy & Co.. Eosllndale, Mass. tor page see List of Advertisers. .Tos. Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa Home-Grown, Established Plants. For page see List of Advertisers. lilLY OF THE VALLEV PIPS HJalmar Haitmann & Co., Langangstraed* i(i, Copenhagen, Denmark. For page see List of Advertisers. MASTICA P. O. Pierce Co., 12 W. Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. 'MUM CANES Wm. Elliott & Sons, 42 Vesey St New York. ' MICO-FUME Kentucky Tobacco Prodnct Co., Louisville, Ky. For page see List of Advertisers. NDRSEBT STOCK John Waterer «- Sons, Ltd., American Nurser.v, Bagshot, England. For page see List of Advertisers. P. Ouwerkerk, 21H .lane St., Weehawken Heights. N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. New England Nurseries, Inc., Bedford, For page see List of Advertisers. W. & T. Smith Co., Geneva, N. T For page see List of Advertisers. Manual of the Trees of North America. py C. S. Sargent, mailed to your address tor $6.00. by Horticulture Publishing Co.. 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. „TKEBS, SHHtTBS, ROSES, BVEK- ilKBENS, PEONIES, HARDY PLANTS. BLLWANGER & BARRY, Rochester, N. T ONION SETS Leonard Seed Co., Chicago, 111. For page see List of Advertisers. ORCHID PIA.NTa Lager & Hurrell, Summit, N. J. Fresh Imported and Established Orchids. For page see List of Advertisers. ~ Sander, St. Albans, England. Importers, Exporteis, Growers, Hybridists For page see List of Advertisers. CarrlUo & Baldwin, Secaucus, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Ordonez Bros., Madison, N. J., Box 105. C. Labi.Tta: D. Bigil)bum Arrived. For page sce^ist_ of Advertisers. I-argest stock in the country! Ask for prices. Julius Roehrs. Rutherford, . N. J. Native Orchids. Hugo Kind, Hammon- ton, N. J. Orchid Growers' Manual. By B. S. WlT Hams. 300 illustrations, 800 p.iges; descrip- tions of upwards of 2500 species and varie- ties of orchidaceous plants, etc. The most complete work on Orchids and orchid cul- ture ever published. Price, SIO.OO. Orders filled by HORTICULTURE, 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. PAINT AND PUTTT PAINT AND PUTTY: Ideal Greenhouse Lead: Special Greenhouse Putty. Lord & Bumham, 11.33 Broadway. N. Y. PAXXC8 A. Leuthy & Co., Perkins St. Nurseries, Rosllndaie, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Robert Craig Co., Market and 49th Sts., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. Home-Growu Palms. For page see List of Advertisers. Geo. WIttbold Co., 16.37 Buckingham Place, Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. John Scott, Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. PANDANUS A. L. Miller, Jtini.Tlca, opij. Schenck Av., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. PANSY SEED John Gerard, New Britain, Conn. Giant Pansy Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. A. T. Boddlngton, 342 W. 14th St., New York. Giant Pansies. For page see I^ist of Advertlsei-s. H. F. Mlchell Co., Philadelphia. Giant Prize Pansy Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. The best Giant Pansy seed. Send for leaflet Chas. Frost, Kenllworth, N. J. For page see List of Advertlsei-s. PATENTS SIggers & SIggers, Washington, D. C. For page see List of Advertisers. PEAT Orchid Peat and Moss always on hand. Julius Roehrs Co., Rutherford, N. J. PEONIES Gilbert H. Wild, Sarcoxle, Mo. For page see List of Advertisers. Peonies — The best French collections. List of new varieties now ready. Cata- logues free. Dessert, Peony Specialist, Chenonceaux, France. Peonies only, by the wholesale — best 100 varieties. J. F. Roscnfleld, Westpoint, Nebr. PHOTOGRAPHS: DESIGNING: LL- LUSTRATINO Geo. E. Dow, 178 Washington St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. PIPE AND Firmros Foley Mfg. Co., between Western Ave. and 26th St., Chicago, 111. Kroeschell Bros. Co., 466 Erie St., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. PIPE AND FITTINGS. Cast Iron and Wrought Pipe, Valves, Elbows, Pipe Hooks, Automatic Air Headers, etc. Lord & Bnrn- ham, 113B Broadway, N. Y. Geo. B. Doane & Son Co., 18 Midway St., Boston. Iron Pipe. For page see List of Advertisers. Metropolitan Material Co., 1392-1402 Met- ropolitan Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. PLANT STAKES Seele's Tleless Plant Stakes and Trel- lises. H. D. Seele & Sons, Elkhart, Ind. POT HANGERS Pot hangers, Kramer's, ?1 doz. by exp., $1.25 by mall. I. N. Kramer & Son, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. PRIMUXAS F. Oeschlln, 2572 W. Adams St., Chicago, III. Primroses Obconlca and Chlnensis. For page see List of Advertisers. Primula chlnensis, 9 colors mixed, 2 Inch, 2c.; Obconlca Ronsderfer, Lattmanna Hybrids, 10 colors mixed, 2 Inch 2c.; Ob- conlca glgartea, mixed, 2 Inch 2Hc. J. L. Schiller, 929 Prouty Ave., Toledo, O. RHODODENDRONS John Waterer & Sons, Ltd., American Nursery, Bagshot, England. For page see List of Advertisers. P. Ouwerkerk, Hoboken, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. ROSES; Robert Craig Co., Market and 49th Bta^ Philadelphia. Pa. For page see List of Advertiser*. P. Ouwerkerk, P. O. No. 1, Hoboken, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. DIngee & Conard Co., West Grove, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, III. For page see List of Advertisers. A. N. Plerson, Cromwell, Conn. White KiUarney, My Maryland, Ramblera. For page see List of Advertisers. W. i T. Smith Co., Geneva, N. Y. American Grown Roses. For page see List of Advertisers. The Rose, by H. B. Ellwanger; mailed for $L30 by Horticulture, 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. Hand Book of Cultural Notes on Rose* Under Glass, by F. P. Brigham, mailed to your address for 25c., l)y Horticulture Pub- lishing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. SEED GRO'WERS HJalmar Hartmann & Co. Cauliflower and Cabbage Seed. Langangstraede 20, Copenhagen, Denmark. For page see List of Advertisers. Federlco C. Varela, Tenerlfte, Canary Id*. Bermuda Onion Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. Francis Brill, Hempstead, L. I., N. T. Choice Vegetable Seeds. For page see List of Advertisers. C. C. Morse & Co., 48-56 Jackson St., San Francisco, Cal. For page see List of Advertisers. SEEDS T. J. Grey Co., ,'52 So. Market St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Breck & Sons, 51 and B2 N. Market St., Boston, Mass. For pEge see List of Advertisers. W. Atlce Burpee A: Co., Philadelphia. For page see List of .'Vdvertlsers. Arthur T. Boddlngton, 342 W. 14th St., New York. Giant Pansy Seed. For page .see List of Advertisers. RIckards Bros., 37 B. 19th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. R. &»J. Farquhar & Co., 6-7 So. Market St., Boston. Mignonette Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. H. F. Mlchell Co., 1018 Market St., Phlla. For page see List of Advertisers. J. M. Thorburn & Co., 33 Barclay St., N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Leonard Seed Co., Chicago, III. Beans, Peas, Sweet Corn, Onion. For page see List of Advertisers. Schlegel & Fottler Co., 26 & 27 So. Market St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. E. F. Winterson Co., Chicago. Seeds for I'lantsmen, Nureerymen, Seed*- men. For page see List of Advertisers. For List of Advertisers See Page 251 August 14, 1909 HORTICULTURE 249 SEEDS — Coiitinned A. C. Zvolanek. Konnd Brook, N. J. Winter Flowering Sweet Peas. For page see List of Advertisers. Frauds Brill, Hempstead, L. I., N. Y. Choice Vegetable Seeds. For page see List of Advertisers. C. C. Morse & Co., 48-56 Jackson St., San Francisco, Cal. For page see List of Advertisers. O. V. Zangen, Hoboken, N. J. Giant Cyclamen Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. SHRUBS The George WIttbold Co., 1657 Buckingham Place, Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. SIIiKALINE John C. Meyer & Co., Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers SMILAX Smilax, strong, 2i/4-in., $1.50 per 100; $10.00 per 1000. Cash please. Wm. Llvesey, 6 MeCabe St., New Bedford, Mass. SPHAGNUM MOSS Live Sphagnum moss, orchid peat and «rchld baskets always on band. Lager & Horrell, Summit, N. J. SPRAYERS Chas. J. Jager Co., Boston. Demlng Spray Pump. For page see List of Advertisers, B. H. Hunt, 76-78 Wabash Av., Chicago, 111. New Chicago Sprayer. For page see List of Advertisers. SWEET PEAS A. C. Zvolanek, Bound Brook, N. J. Winter Flowering. For page see List of Advertisers. VEGETABLE PIJI.NTS R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. For page see List of Advertisers. . J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. VENTTLATING APPARATUS Plerson U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. T, For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., between 25th & 26th Sts., Chicago. The Advance Co., Richmond, Ind. For page see List of Advertisers. Quaker City Machine Co., Richmond, Ind. 20th Century Ventilating Arm. For page see List of Advertisers. VENTILATING MACHINERY, New Model encased, self-oiling gear; Standard Model Open Gear. Lord & Burnham, 1138 Broadway, N Y. VIOLETS. William Sim, Cltftondale, Mass. Boston and Princess of Wales Violets. Valentin Burgevln's Sons, Kingston, N. Y. Marie Louise Violets. "WIRED TOOTHPICKS W. J. Cowee, Berlin, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. WIBEWORK Heed & Keller, 122 W. 2oth St., N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Durand & Marohn. Albany, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Wlrework. Write for our catalogue. Helton & Hunkel Co., Milwaukee, Wis. WIREW^ORK— Continaed William B. Hellscher's Wire Works, 38-40 Broadway, Detroit, Mleh. Wlrework — Compare our prices with others. Scranton Florist Supply Co., 201 N. 7th St., Scranton, Pa. WHOLESALE ZXORISTB B«st«B N. F. McCarthy & Co., 84 Hawley St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. H. M. Robinson & Co., 15 Province St. and 9 Chapman PI., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Welct Bros., 226 Devonshire St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Tallby, Wellesley, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Bnffalo, N. y. William F. Kastlng Co., 383-87 BlUcott St., Buffalo, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Chloago Chas. W. McKeller, 51 Wabash Ave., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Peter Relnberg, 51 Wabash Ave., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. B. F. Wlnterson Co., 45-49 Wabash Ave., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. J. A. Budloiig, 37-39 Randolph St., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, IIL For page see List of Advertisers. Crom'well, Conn. A. N. Plerson, Cromwell, Conn. For page see List of Advertisers. Detroit Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, 38 and 40 Broadway, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. Minneapolis Rice Bros., 115 N. 6eh St., Minneapolis, Minn. For page see List of Advertisers. Neir Tork Ford Bros., 48 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. H. a Froment, 57 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Alex. J. Giittmau, 34 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. B. C. Horao, 55 W. 2Sth St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. A. H. Langjahr, 55 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. James McManus, 42 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. John I. Raynor, 49 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. W. F. Sheridan, 39 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Moore, Hentz & Nash, 55 and 57 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Wm. H, Kuebler, 28 WlUoughby St., Brooklyn. N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. MUlang Bros., 41 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. John Yonng, 51 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Greater New York Florists' Association, 162 Livingston St., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. WHOLESALE FLORISTS— tie\r York — Continaed Frank MUlang, 55-57 W. SSth St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Philip F. Kessler, 55 & 57 W. 26tb St, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. A. Ii. Young & Co., 54 W. 28th St., N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Growers' Cut Flower Co., 39 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. J. K. Allei, 106 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Charles MUlang, 55 and 57 West 26th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Manhattan Flower Market, 46 W. J8th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. PMladelpbla W. a McKIssIck & Bros., 1619-1621 Ran- stead St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Leo NIessen Co., 1209 Arch St., Philadel- phia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. The S. S. Pennock-Meehan Co., 1608-lS Ludlow St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. New Offers in This issue. ASTER PLANTS: SEASONABLE GREENHOUSE FLOWERING PLANTS. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. ARAUCARIAS: DECORATIVE PLANTS. Godfrey Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. AUTOMATIC CIRCULATOR AND CASTLE BOILER. The Castle Co., 170 Summer St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. BULBS FOR AUTUMN PLANTING. Peter Henderson & Co., 35 and 37 Cortlandt St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. CUSTOM HOUSE BROKER. Fredk. H. Griffin, 88 Broad St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. CARNATIONS, FIELD GROWN. August Gaedeke & Co., Nashua, N. H. For page see List of Advertisers. CALLAS, JAPAN GROWN. H. F. Mlchell Co., 1018 and 518 Market St., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. CYCLAMEN, GIANT STRAIN. R. & J. Farquhar & Co., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. CUSTOMS BROKERS: FORWARD- ERS OF PLANTS. John Dunn. Jr. & Co., Bourse Bldg., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. CUT FLOWERS, PLANTS, RIBBONS, SUPPLIES. S. S. Pennock-Meehan Co., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. In writing to Adveriisers icindly mention Horticulture 250 HORTICULTURE .August 14, 1909 NEW OFFERS- Continued DAHLIAS JACK ROSE. Peacock Dahlia Farms, WiUiamstown Junction, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. EVERGREENS AND NURSERY STOCK. American Nursery Co., 150 Broadway, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. EVERGREENS AND NURSERY STOCK. W. B. Whittlor & Co., South Framingham, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. EVERGREENS: DECORATIVE TREES AND PLANTS: SEE DISPLAY AT CONVENTION. Bobblnk & Atkin.'!, Rutherford, N. J. Ii"or pa^'c see List of Advertisers. FLOWER POTS. A. H. Hews ifc Co.. Cambridge, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. FLOWER AND MARKET GARDEN SEEDS. RIckards Bros., 37 E. lOth St., New York. For page see Ll.st of Advertisers. FIELD GROWN CARNATIONS. Chicago Carnation Co.. Joliet, 111. Kor page soe List of Advertisers. FERTILIZERS: Wm. Elliott & Sous, For page see List of Advertisers. INSECTICIDES. 42 Vesey St., N. FLORISTS' NOVELTIES, INSCRIP- TIONS, ETC. Krick, 1164-6G Greene St., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. GLADIOLUS HEADQUARTERS. John Lewis Chillis, I>"loral Park, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. GREENHOUSE BUILDERS. King Construction Co., N. Tonawanda, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. GRAPE DUST. Hammond's Faint & Slug Shot Works, Flshklll, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. GREENHOUSE BUILDING MATE- RIAL. John C. Monlnger Co., 117 E. Blackhawk St., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. GLASS: LOW PRICES. Sharp, Partridge & Co., 22d and Lumber Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. HOME CORRESPONDENCE. Home Correspondence School, Dept. H., Springfield, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. HELP FURNISHED, Thos. H. Bambrick, 34 So. 7th St., Phila. For page see Li.st of Advertisers. INSECT AND WORM DESTROYER: NICOBACCO. Phlla. Insecticide Co., Germantown, Phila. For page see List of Advertisers. INVITATION TO S. A. F. VISITORS. Robert Craig Co., 49th and Market Sts., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. LILY BULBS, LILY OF THE VAL- LEY, ETC. Wm. Hagemann, Hudson Terminal, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. NEPHROLEPIS SCHOLZELI. Henry A. Dreer, 714 Chestnut St., Phila. For page see List of Advertisers. NEPHROLEPIS ELEGANTISSIMA COMPACTA. The F. E. Pierson Co., Tarrytown-on-IIu • • -256 Albany Steam Trap Co 256 Aucn J. K 325 American Nursery (Eng.) 217 American Nursery Co 217 Aschmann Godtrey.. -245 Bambrlck Thos. H • - • 936 tSarrows H.H.& Son. 197 Bassett & Washburn .217 ifcayersdorter tiM Co. 194-222 Berger Bros. 230 Bobbink & Atkins.. . .217 tSoddington A. T. 19S Bostoa Florist Letter Co 331 Boston Plate and Win- dow Glass Co 955 Bowker Fertilizer Co. 219 bowker Insecticide Co. 35> Brejk Joseph & Sons 219 Breitmeyer's J. Sons.jto Bndgeman's Seed Warehouse aig Brill, Francis 219 BuOiong J. A 392 Burpee W. A. &Co .133 Butler E. A. & Son.. 116 CutUIo & Baldwin . 197 Castle, W.W. Co. ...257 C n 1 c a g o Carnation Co 245 Childs, John Lewis. ■ -316 Clarke s David, ^ons,32o Coui J. J 334 Cotaonas Geo. & Co. '234 Cowee W. J 323 iJraig, Robt. Co 241 Ciawbuck Geo.W. . . .224 Dailey F. B 251 OankcT F. A 330 01n£ee& Conard Co. 939 Doane Geo. B. & Son Co 256 Dorncr F. Sons & Co. 245 Dorrance Benj 353 Oow Geo. £ 353 Oreer H. A. . 334.235-253 Dunn, J. Jr. & Co.. ..238 i^unlop John H.....230 Durand & Marohn. . .934 Oysart R. J. 225 E*stem Chemical Co. 253 Kdwards Folding Box Co. 2 3 ElllotlWm.&Sons 253 Ellwanger & Barry ..915 Ksler J. G 256 Ernest W. H 254 Eyres 920 Farquhar R.& J.& C0.195 ifoley Mfg. Co 259 Ford Bros 324 Froment H.E 324 Frost Chas 219 Gaedeke August & Co 245 uaivln Thos. F 221 Gerard, J 218 Greater N.Y. Florists* Association 224 OreyT. J. Co 219 Griffin Fredk. H 218 (Growers' Cut Flower Co 324 Gude Bros. Co 220 Guttmao Alex. J 224 Hall Asso. 156 Hagemana Wm 222 Hammond Paint and Slug Shot Works. . - 25 2 Haitmann Hjalmar & Co 215 Hauswirth the Florist 220 rieacockjos. Co ....197 Henderson P. & Co. .22S rlews A. H. & Co. >• -354 Htlfinger Bros. 254 HUl,TheE.G.Co-...245 Hitchings&Co 258 Home Correspondence School 954 Horan E. C 224 Hunt A. E. & Co... ..545 Hunt Bros 245 Hunt E. H 953 Jacobs S, & Sons 356 Jager, Chas. J. Co. ..353 KastingW. F. Co.... 325 Kentucky Tobacco Product Co 253 Page Kessler P. F 334 ICing Cons. Co. 959 Krick W, C 295 Kroeschell Bros. Co. .256 Kuebler Wm, H 224 Lager & Hurrcll 197 Langjahr. Alired H. . .224 Leonard Seed Co 319 Leuthy A. & Co 915 Lord & Burnham Co.96o Louisville Floral Co.. 295 MacMulkin E. 990 Manhattan Flower Mkt 933 McCarthy N. F.&Co. 335 McConnell Alex 320 McKeUar Charles W. 222 McKenna P. & Sons.. 220 McKlssick, W. E. & Bros 222-236 McManusJas334-236-S37 Meyer J. C & Co-. ..225 MichellH.F. Co. 331.342 Michigan Cut Flower Exchange 335 Millang Bros 924 Millang Charles 234 Mlllang Frank 334 Miller E. L 197 Miller E. S 216 Moninger J. C 258 Moore, Hentz & Nash 224 Morse C. C. & Co. . . .919 Murray Samuel 93o New Eng. Nurseries. aiy Newman J, & Sons.. .210 Niessen Leo. Co 330 OechsUn Frank 197 Office Appliance C0-.234 Ordonez Bros. 197 Ouwerkerk P 217 Palethorpe P. R. Co. . 353 Palmer W. J. & Son.. 390 Park Floral Co 220 Parshclsky Bros 955 Peacock DahliaFarms 243 Pennock Bros 238 Pennock-Meehan Co. 237 Perkins St. Nurseries. 215 Phila Insecticide Co.. 243 Pierce, F. O. Co .355 PiersoD, A. N., Inc. .945 PiersonF.R. Co 228 PiersonU Bar Co 258 Poehlmann Bros. Co.. 322 Pratt B.C. Co 353 Pulverized Manure Coiss Quaker City Mach.Co 256 Rayner I. M 945 Kaynor John 1 224 ReedA Keller 225 Reid Edward 243 Kemberg Peter 223 Renter S. J.&Son,Inc.345 Rice Bros 339 Rice M. 8: Co 240 Rlckards Bros 219 Robertson E. C 197 Robinson H.M.&Co.222 Rock Wm. L. FIo.Co. 220 Roehrs Julius Co. ...196 Roland, Thomas .. .216 Rolker August &Sons254 Rose Hill Nurseries 197-216 Sander & Son •• -197 Schlegel & Fottler CQ.219 Schmidt J. C 245 Schulz Jacob 220 Scott, John 197 Sharp, Part ridge & Co 355 SherfdanW. F. 324 Siggers & Siggers. . . .356 Smith Elmer D. & Co.a45 Smith W.&T. Co. ...317 Smyth Wm. J 220 Standard Plate Glass Co «55 Steams A.T, Lumber Co 256 Stumpp & Walter Co. 253 Syracuse Pottery Co .354 Tailby 331 Thorburn !.M. & Co. 219 ThurlowT. C. & Co. 315 Totty Chas. H 345 Valentine, J . A 320 VarelaF.C 218 Vincent R. Jr. & Sons, 216-218-245 Vicks James Sons.... 195 Page Waban Rose Conser- vatories 216 Wants, For Sale, etc. .251 Ward R.M.&Co....«i9 Waterer John & Sons- 217 Welch Bros 322 Whiuier W. B. & Co- 217 Wild Gilbert H 345 WitiboldGeo. C0....197 Wilson 320 Winlerson.E. F. Co.. 293 Page Wood Bros 943 YokohamaNurseryCo. 316 Young A. L 225 VouDg John 994 Young & Nugent .... 220 ZangcnO. V..... aiS Zinn Julius A..- 93i Zvolanek A.C 219 Obituary. Professor William H. Ragan. Prof. W. H. Ragan, Assistant Po- mologist and Expert in Nomenclature, Bureau of Plant Industry, Department of Agriculture, passed away at the Homeopathic Hospital in Washington, D. C, Friday, August 6th at 4 p. m. He was a prominent figure in Ameri- can pomology and has for a number of years held an important position In the government service. He has written many volumes on pomological subjects and his reputation is world wide. He was Secretary of the In- diana Horticultural Society for nearly forty years; he was superintendent of Pomology at the Cotton Centennial at New Orleans in 1884-5, and held the position of secretary to the Mississippi Valley Horticultural Society for some years and was secretary of the Com- mittee of Awards in the Department of Horticulture at the Exposition in Chi- cago, 1S92. For many years he has been Chuirinan of the Revision of the Catalogue of Fruits for the American Pomological Society and has been a lifelong member of that Society, doing much for the cause of fruit growing throughout the country, especially pioneer work in the states beyond the Mississippi river. He was born in Putnam Co., Indiana, in 1836 and was the son of the late Reuben Ragan, a well-known pioneer pomologist of that state. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Emily Sherwood Lee Ragan of this city, and his two daughters, Mrs. N. E. Woods, Clayton, Indiana and Miss Belle Ragan of Chicago, Illinois. Mr. Ragan was secretary of the Indiana State Board of Horticulture for ten years and was later president of that board. He was a trustee of Purdue University for some years and served one term in each branch of the Indiana State Legislature, and though in no sense a politician, he did this at the unanimous demand of his con- stituents. He was a man of sterling worth, ready wit, keen insight, and his ver- satility on pomological subjects has rarely been equalled. His death is an irreparable loss to the cause of po- mology the world over. Mr. Ragan was a cousin of the late John Clark Ridpath, the well known historian. iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiniiiiiniii I WANTS, FOR SALE, ETC. I S Advertisements in this column one S S cent a word. Initials count as words. S S Cash with order. All correspondence 5 = addressed "care HORTICUL- = = TURE" should be sent to II Ham- = : ilton Place, Boston. 5 iriiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiini HELP WANTED HORTICULTURE needs a wide- awake representative in every town in the land. Good commission paid on advertising and subscriptions. If you are ambitious, write for terms. WANTED — Experienced grower for com- mercial place near Boston; must be good grower of carnations especially. Good sal- ary to the right party. Address, with ref- erences, Carnations, care of HORTICUL- TURE, 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. SITUATIONS WANTED SITUATION WANTED— I have 16 year» of horticultural experience In care of pri- vate estate and as grower of orchids and all liinds of in and outdoor growing and In florist's and landscape work. I am thirty- two years of age; married; no children; Swedish (American citizen). Referenceii. Particulars in first letter, please. L. M. Q., 36 Roclidale Ave., New Rochelle, N. Y. SITUATION WANTED by flrst-clasi greenhouse man; 13 years' experience In growing chrysanthemums and all kinds of cut flowers and plants. Good propagator. Kellalile and sober. Please state wages first letter. Address Martin Darsch, care Mitchell, 1298 Nostrand Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. FOR SALE For Sale Greenhouse Property Located at Somerset and Howard street*, North Plalnfleld, Somerset County, New Jersey. Dimensions 248 x 106 ft. Contalas three greenhouses 20 x 175 ft., steel frames. Trolley lines pass property. Will sell cheap and on easy terms. For particulars apply to F. B. DAIIEV.careF. EERGi CO., - - Orange, N. J FOR SALE— Special 16 x 18 and 16 x 24 double thick glass In "A" and "B" qnall- ties. Buy now and save money. Writ* PARSHELSKY BROTHERS, INC., W Montrose Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. FOR SALE — 1-8 section Weathered bolUr In good condition; nearly new. N. F. M^ C^arthy & Co., 84 Hawley St., Boston, Man. AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY. By direction of President August F. Poehlmann, a meeting of the American Rose Society will be held during the Convention of the S. A. F. at Cincin- nati, Ohio, on Thursday afternoon- at 2.45, or as near as may be, for the con- sideration of several Important mat- ters. We would be pleased to have every person interested in roses join this so- ciety as a sustaining member. The coming exhibition will be held In the American Museum of Natural History, New York City. BENJ. HAMMOND, Sec'y. In ordering goods please add "I taw It in HORTICULTURE." 252 HORTICULTURI^ August 14, 1909 C Established 1875 at Mt. Kisco, N- Y. » « .._.__ 9 £ ^ c c Fishkill -on - Hudson, N. Y. » I FOR FLORISTS' AND GaRDENERS' USE I HAMMOND'S PAINTAND SLUG SHOT WORKS! ►««•• 30 YEARS OF PRACTICAL TEST OF THESE IN THE U. GRAPE DUST is excellent to check Spot on Chry- 9 santhemums and Black Fly, also all sorts of Mildew J on Roses, Vegetables under glass, etc. It is put up ? 5, 10 and 25 lb. bag", in kegs and barrels. It is ex- 9 tensively used at the present time in the United y States. Sold by the Seedsmen of America. J CATALOGUES RECEIVED. McFarland Publicity Service, Harris- burg, Pa. — Examples ot Autochrome Color Engraving. Wm. Elliott & Sons, New York.— Mid-season List of Pot-Grown Straw- berries and Vegetable Plants. Francis Brill, Hempstead, N. Y. — Wholesale Price List of Long Island Cabbage and other special seeds for market gardeners and other critical trad'e. Routzahn Seed Co., Arroyo Grande, Cal. — List of Sweet Pea and Nasturtium Novelties of 1909 Introduction. Espe- cially interesting to dealers who wish to handle the latest introductions for next spring trade. Burnett Bros.. New York— 1909 Cata- logue of Fall Bulbs. Colored illustra- tions of daffodils and tulips on front and back cover. A creditable cata- logue, early to appear and sure to bring business to this enterprising young seed house. .1. A. Peterson, Cincinnati, Ohio, is sending out a set of handsome views of his houses of Lorraine Begonias, Adiantum Farleyense, Pandanus Veit- chii, Hydrangea Otaksa, etc., with in- vitation for a visit when at the Con- vention. Atlas Portland Cement Co., 30 Broad street, New York, N. Y. — Manual of Concrete Construction about the Home and on the Farm. A finely illustrated book of 160 pages, giving full instruc- tions for all processes in cement con- struction. Every greenhouse man should send for a copy. It's invaluable and it's free for the asking. NEWS NOTES. Forest Supervisor Bushnell reports that the seedlings which were set out this spring at the Muskrat nursery, near Boulder, Mont., on the Helena national forest, are doing finely. In Los Angeles County, California, 70.000 trees were fumigated for scale last year, and vigorous measures have been taken this year. The report of the county horticultural commission on this point is interesting reading. tvmry Bug Ham it la Ooam.' Insect-destroying preparations that do their work well and effectively are the cheapest. Bowker's Arsenate of Lead and Bowker's Pyrox are recognized stand- ard insecticides and fungicides for both indoor and outdoor use. Bowker's Insect Emulsion destroys many kind of plant lice, black and green flies, etc. Call or send for catalogue. dou/i^cd insecticide DUttNlIi company 43 CHATHAM ST. BOSTON THI.S KILLS MILDEW EVERY TIME FOR PARTICULARS WRITE Benjamin Dorrance ROSE GROWERS Dorranceton, Penna. The best of all /'j g^ 60 lb... t.; Dusting or nmu^atin^ so BirtUr St. New Tork. INCORPORATED. El Paso, Tex. — The International Seed Co., to operate in the Southwest and Mexico; capital, $100,000; Frank F. Nitchey ot St. Louis, president, Al. Rosier, secretary. August 14, 1909 HORTlCULTURi: 25S INSECTICIDES AND FUNGICIDES rv NIKOTINE APHIS PUNK, Box 12 Rolls 60c. 12 Boxes $6.50 NICO-FUME, Can of 24 Sheets, 75c. 144 Sheets 3.50 NICOTiCIDE Pints, 2.25 LEMMON OIL Pints, 40c. Quarts, .75 FERTILIZERS CLAY'S FERTILIZER, 56 lbs $3.25 NITRATE OF SODA, 50 lbs 2.25 SCOTCH SOOT, 100 lbs 3.50 GROUND BONE, 200 lbs 4.00 W. ELLIOTT & SONS - 42 Vesey St., New York Tobacco Paper IS THE STRONGEST, BEST PACKED, EASIEST APPLIED. 24 (heeti $ 0.75 144 >heets 3.50 288 sheeU 6.50 1728 *heeU 35.10 "NICO-FUME" Furnishes the Most Nicotine for the Money ... nanufactured bj ... THE KENTUCKY TOBACCO PRODUCT CO., Louisville, Ky. LIQUID OVER 40% NICOTINE By far the CHEAPEST. JUST NOTF. PRICE! Pint $ 1.50 •A Gallon 5.50 Gallon . 10.50 5 Gallons 47.25 namKU Dried, screened and packed in bags of 100 lbs. each. PULVERIZED SHEEP MANURE PUKE ITNIFOKM RELIABLE A strong and quick acting manure, highly recommended for carnations and chrysanthemums. SHREDDED CATTLE MANURE EASY TO HANDLE AND APPLl Stronger and better in every wv than rough manure. liSsts muc^ longer on the benches. Unequalled f***" mulching and feeding roses, llquV* manuring and mixing with bench an* potting soil. Used by all the largMt growers. Ask Yoor Supply Man or Write Us for Circulars and Prices. THE Pulverized Manure Co. 31 Union Stock Yards CHICAGO SCALECIDE ^'iU positively destroy S-\J\" J(j..i: SCALE and all ^oEt bodied sucking insects without injury to the tree. Simple, more efTet-tive and cheaper than Lime Sulphur. Not an t-speriinent. One palioo mBtes IB to 20 gallons spray by Biim-iy adding water. Send for Booklet, "Orchitirti Insurance," B. G. PRATT CO., 50 CHURCH ST., MEW YORK CITY. New Chicago Sprayer This spraj-er is made of aluminum with two brass plates, one fine, one coarse. These are easily removed and quickly cleaned. Spraying face 41/2 inches wide, nozzle 6% inches long; % inch pipe connec- tions. These sprayers will never wear out and are said by users to be the finest on the market. Send to us for testimonials from growers using them. Price $2.50 Each ■E. H. Httnt, 76-?8 Wabash Ave., Chicago, 111. The Best BugKillerand Bloom Savef For PROOF Writs «« P.R.PaiethorpoCo. OWENSBORO, IT. IMP SOAP SPRAY THREE SUCCESSFUL YEARS Outdoor or Indoor ELM BEETLE OR WHITE FLY EASTERN CHEMICAL CO. Pittsburg Street, Boston, Mass. CATALOGUE Designing and Illustrating For florists, seedsmen, etc. Photographs and designs of all kinds carefully made and promptly submitted. CEO. E. DOW ^178 Washington St, Boston, Mass tis I TO BUYERS Patronize our advertisers, they will treat you ris;ht Which Spray Pump^ ^^^B^M shall you bay? Bay the 8pray Pomp that folly meets the demands ofthe Government Agri caitaral Scientists and all practl cal Fruit Growers. These pnmps are widely known as DEMING SPRAYERS and are made In 23 styles for use in small gardens or Immense orchards. Write for oar 1909 catalog with Spraying Chart. Add 4 cents post- age ana receive "Spraying for Profit." a Qsefal guide book. CHARLES J. JAfibR CO. 3S1-386 FrasUiASt., Boston SPRAYED 254: HORTICULTURE August 14, 1909 i p Leaders for 25 Years n and still leading the van, never mind what others claim if you want first-class Flower Pots bend youi orders to - A. H. HEWS (Si, CO.. Inc. ^ Long Island City, N. Y. Cambridge, Mass. Chicago, Illinois. MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTUR- AL SOCIETY. New varieties of phloxes were the feature of the exhibitiou, Saturday, August 7, at Horticultural Hall. There were other flowers, but phloxes pre- dominated, and beside the displays of new seedling varieties of phlox there were several new gladioli. The spe- cial competition tor the best five con- secutive exhibits of hardy herbaceous flowers and plants continues with un- Hotne Study Complete Home Study Courses in Agriculture, Horticulture, Floriculture, Landscape Gar- deninff, Porestry, Poultry Cul- ture and Veterinary Science PROF. CRAIG under Prof. Broolcs of the Mass. Agricultural College, Prof. Craig of Cornell University, and other eminent teachers. Over one hundred Home Study Courses under able professors in leading colleges. 256 page catalog free. Write today. The HOME CORRESPONDENCE SCHOOL Dept. H, Springfield, Mast. Typewriters All Makes of Rebuilt Machines. Sold $5 Monthly; discount for cash. Rented $2 month up; 3 months for $5. THE OFFICE APPLIANCE CO. 15 State Street, Boston, Mass. abated interest, and played no small part in making this exhibition a showj' one. In the latter class R. & J. Far- (juhar had a fine collection, in which phloxes were shown as the central fea- ture, red and purple varieties predomi- nating. These were backed by her- baceous flowers, and in front was a border of roses, including handsome Killarney. A novelty in this collection was a new species of lily from north- ern China. George Hollis showed a fine collection of named phloxes. B. P. Tracy was represented by some stunning seedling gladioli. Phloxes, gladioli and dahlias were shown by W. W. Rawson & Co., phloxes and other hardy herbaceous flowers by Bellevue Nurseries, Old Town Nurseries and J. F. Flood & Co. Among the private con- tributors were Mrs. J. L. Gardner, Wm. Whitman and Walter Hunnewell. Mr. Whitman's exhibit was quite extensive. a generous donation from Mrs. T. J. Emery. Dahlias will be the main fea- ture of the show and as they never looked belter in this locality, it is safe to predict that the show will be a record-breaker. NEWPORT (R. I) HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. At a regular meeting of this society, held on the evening of August 10, an- other important addition was made to the premium list tor the September show in the shape of a valuable silver cup offered by Rickards Bros, of Bridg- man's Seed House, New York. This cup is placed for a table decoration to be competed for on the third day by Newport county gardeners; and Mr. S. G. Harris of Tarrytown, who was present at the meeting, also offered a liberal money prize for a vase of 50 H. T. roses. There is still another class added since the schedules were distributed, which is for a miniature flower border, and is provided for by Articles of incorporation have been filed by the Oregon Horticultural So- ciety in order that it may legally re- ceive a bequest recently left to it. STANDARD FLOWER POTS Packed in Email crates, easy to handle. Price per crate 1500 a in.pots in crate $4.88 .500 2}i " " 5=5 1500 aJ4 " " 6.00 1000 3 800 3>4 5004 456 4'^ 3»°5 2105)4 5.00 5.80 4.50 5-24 4-51 3.78 Price per crate 144 6 in pots in crate $3.16 1207 4.20 608 " 3.00 HAND MADE " 48 9 in pots in crate $3.60 48 10 •■ " 4.80 24 II 3.60 24 12 :: <•^ 12 14 " " 4.80 616 " " 4-50 Seed pans, same price as pots. Send for price list of Cylinders for Cut flowers. Hanging Baskets, Lawn Vases, etc. Ten per cent, off forcasli with order. Address Hllfinger Bros., Pottery, Fort Edwar(l,N.Y. August Rolker i Soni. Agt«. SI Barclay St. N. f. GIty. Syracuse RedPots ALL THE STAtSDARD SIZES It will soon be time to order large pots for fall potting. We have a full line of the best. Syracuse Pottery Co., SYRACUSE, N. Y. (—STANDARD FLOWER — n your greenhouses are within 500 miles of the Capitol, write us, we can save you money. W. H. — 28th { M Sts., ERNEST Washington, 0. C. •^ August 14, 1909 HORTICULTURE 255- FLORISTS' CLUB OF WASHINGTON. The regular monthly meeting of this club was held on August 3rd at 916 P street, with President Kramer in the chair and Jas. S. Carbery acting sec- retary. A vote of thanks was tendered Geo. Shaffer and committee for the suc- cessful way in which the recent out- ing was managed, also to Supt. Theo- dore King of Old Dominion R. R. for courtesies shown. (See "During Re- cess.") It was voted that at the auto flower parade on Sept. 30th, the club enter a touring car decorated entirely with natural flowers, not in competition. A good part of the evening was spent in discussing the respective merits of the natural and artificial flowers for deco- rating cars. The concensus of opinion was in favor of natural flowers. A cash donation was made tor the committee to use for the purchase of flowers to decorate the car, and also for a cup to be awarded the hand- somest car decorated entirely with nat- ural flowers. The acting secretary was instructed to ascertain from the Chamber of Com- merce their attitude in regard to deco- rating with natural instead of artificial material; also to ask their views in re- gard to having two sets of judges, if both kinds of flowers are to be used, and to request that the club be allowed to appoint the judges for natural flower cars of out-of-town men. President Kramer announced that the forthcoming flower show will be held at the old Masonic Temple from No- vember 7th to 14th. MARKET GARDENERS' PICNIC. The first annual outing of the Mar- ket Gardeners' Association of Boston, will be held at Paddock's Island, Bos- ton Harbor, Saturday, Aug. 14. Boats leave Rowe's Wharf at 6.20 a. m., then hourly from 9.20 a. m. to 8.20 p. m. The list of events includes the usual races, ball game, jumping, etc., and a juicy time is promised. The seed stores and various market establish- ments have contributed silver cups for everything. The cups, numbering about two dozen, have been on dis- play in the windows of H. E. Fiske Seed Co., and Schlegel & Fottler Co., and made a dazzling attraction for the market district. NORTH SHORE HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. At the regular meeting of the North Shore Horticultural Society, August 6, the discussion was on "What Are Hardy Perennials?" and "Culture of Physotegia." The silver cup offered by Mrs. Philip Dexter tor best and largest collection of vegetables to be competed for at the August show (August 25-26), was on exhibition. ROBERT A. MITCHELL. STANDARD PLATE GLASS CO. rianufacturers — Importers — Jobbers NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY FRENCH OR AMERICAN GREENHOUSE GLASS LOWEST PRICES Ofl REQUEST 26-30 Sudbury St, BOSTON, HASS. 61-63 Portland St. GLASS Low prices are helping demand on Green House Glass, take advantage, write us for prices Sharp, Partridge & Co., 22nd & Lumber sis., CHICAGO, ILL. BOSTON PLATE & WINDOW GLASS CO. GREENHOUSE GLASS """*'* ""^ 261 to 287 A Street BOSTON AMERICAN 20 to 22 Canal Street CLUB AND SOCIETY NOTES. The grange at West Bath, Me., are planning for a flower show in August. The Iowa florists wil hold their an- nual meeting in Des Moines on Sep- tember 1. The National Nut Growers' Associa- tion will hold their annual convention at Albany, Georgia, October 12, 13, 14. Secretary William Stuart of Bur- lington, is soliciting funds to be ap- plied to an exhibit of the Vermont Horticultural Society at the New Eng- land Fruit Show in October. Horticultural displays wil be one of the leading features of the Ohio State Fair and Industrial Exposition at Co- lumbus, August 30, 31, September 1, 2, 3. Liberal premiums are offered for fruits and flowers. The Omaha (Nebr.), Florists' Club held their picnic at Manawa, July 29, under the able management of L. Hen- derson, Geo, Sorenson, Oscar Herman and Secretary Hess. All the florists closed their places of business for the afternoon. The Inter-Town Dahlia Association met at the home of P. E. Carmody, in Ansonia, Conn., on August 2, and dis- cussed plans for the approaching show. September 18 was selected as the date and Peter Zuger of Hart- ford, was chosen as judge. GLASS Greenhouse and Hot Bed 8IZE5 OUR SPECIALTY IMMENSE STOCK Plate and "ViinAo-w Glass Write for Our Prices PARSHELSKY BROS., Inc. 69 Montrose Ave., BROOKLYN, N. T. Holds Class Firmly See the Point IS" PBCRLESS Olazlne Points »re the beat. No rights or leftfl. Box of 1.000 [.ointl ISctfl. pottpftld. nENBT A. DREER, 714 Chratnot B>., FkllK., P». The Gardeners' and Florists' Club of Boston will hold a field day at the nurseries of W. B. Whittier & Co., Framingham, Mass., on Saturday, Aug- ust 14. They will leave Park Square, Boston, at 1 "o'clock in the Boston and Worcester electrics; running time, one hour; fare 20 cents. The Northern Indiana Florists' As- sociation held their annual meeting at Winona Lake on July 20. They were entertained by the Warsaw florists in !«»>»»»»»»»■■<■»»»»»**■»» »»»i»» the morning and at lunch. There were present, W, W, and D. C. Noble, Columbia City; Fred King, Rens- selaer: Geo, Paster, Arthur Bieberlck,. and wife, Huntington; W, E. Hand and wife, G. W. Stumpner and wife, Ar- gos; L. Isenbarger, Winona Lake; J.^ H, Shelton, Rochester. Ollicers were elected as follows: President, W. W. Dedrick; vice-presi- dent, Harry White; secretary and^ treasurer, J. H. Shelton. 356 HORTICULTURE August 14, 1909 RETURN STEAM TRAP THE ALBANY RETURN STEAM TRAP not only removes the water of condensation from the heating coils, but it returns the same water direct into the boiler without the aid of pumps or like devices. Send for leaflet " T " that you may learn from actual users what they have to say in relation to it. Manufactured by ALBANY 5TEAM TRAP CO. ALBANY, N. Y. Established 1870. ja.iwie;s m. :^r*icssipjci, r»resil Others." ' Working on the Falls 8IGCERS & SIGeEllS rAT«NT U^WYBKS Box 9, Natlooiil Unloa BulMlac Wuhincton, D. C. August 14, 1909 HORTICULTUKE. 257 r A The Perfection of Up-to-Date Greenhouse Heating Science AUTOMATIC HOT WATER CIRCULATOR The Castle System of forced circulation of hot water for greenhouse heating is the only one that has demonstrated its practicability, economy and perfection of action. It works while you sleep and if any- thing should happen to put your forced circulation out of commission, this device takes up its work auto- matically. It's use increases the efficiency of your heating plant but reduces the expense. Don't contract for any other device represented to be "just as good," etc., until you have first care- fully investigated and ascertained what the Automatic does. THE CASTLE BOILER Lower values for your product means closer operation of your greenhouses. You must have greatest efficiency with the least expense. The Castle Boiler is the best hot water heater for greenhouses on the market today. It insures great economy in first cost, reliability, and above all, in expense of operation. This will appeal to the good business judgment of anyone contemplating new construction or remodeling the old' plant. Don't build a greenhouse or remodel the old plant without securing complete information regarding the Castle Boiler. V Sectional View. 258 HORTICULTURE August 14, 1909 Satisfactory Dealing It is one thing to get estimates and to place your order. It's another thing to know that after you have given the word to go ahead, that the work will go ahead. No cluttering up of the premises for an indefinite period, waiting for ma- terial that isn't ready — when we start, we finish. Hitchings & Company Designing & Salei Offices General Offices & Factory 1 1 70 Broadway, N. Y. Elizabeth, N. J. At the Convention Don't fail to see our exhibit. We have something that will interest everyone who has a greenhouse or Wants to build one. Our famous sash bar hinge, the lock-splice and our many useful greenhouse fit- tings will be there. If you cannot attend the Con- vention you ought to have one of our catalogues. JOHN G. MONINGER CO., 117 E.BIackhawk Street CHICAGO FROM THE INSIDE— OUT You know there is not a house built today, no matter what the construction, that has the extreme lightness, beauty and prac- ticalness of our U-Bar Curved Eave. Just look at this side view! You never saw anything like it in any other house I It is the patented U-Bar Construction that makes such an interior possible. At no points are there heavier roof supporting members than you see right in this interior, and all these are galvanized steel, alumi- fnum finished. If you want a house that you can show to your friends with the satisfaction of know- ing it is the lightest and most attractive, '" the best there is," then the U-Bar is the house for you. It might be well to drop us a line at once. PIER50N U-BAR CO 1 MADISON AVE^NEW YORK DESIGNERS and BUILDERS or U-BAR GREENHOUSES August 14, 1909 HORTICULTURE 259 mi FOLEY M'F'G CO. CHICAGO GREENHOUSE CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS From a Full Supply of thoroughly seasoned Lumber let our draughtsmen complete your sketches OUR PRICES Will SA VE YOU MONEY DM YOUR WORK FOLEY VENTILATING APPARATUS The Ideal Lumber for Greenhouse Benches We can furnish it in any size or Icnglh and in car loads or any quantiiy. Writs to us for prices. Is the Best; Eas> to Operate ; Simple in Erection ; Its Price Lowest. FIGURES AND CIRCULARS ON APPLICATION. HOT BED SASH IN STOCK SIZES OR AS ORDERED OUR CATALOGUE GREENHOUSE MATERIAL SENT POSTPAID ON REQUEST. THE FOLEY MT'G CO., WESTERN AV., 25th & 26th Sts., CHICAGO KING IRON FRAME ROSE HOUSE 560 feet long, 54 feet wide, without posts Just completed for John Young Company, Bedford, N. Y. THE KING IRON FRAME GREENHOUSE CONSTRUCTION LIGHT STRONG INEXPENSIVE One Year on the Market, and Now in Use in UNITED STATES ENGLAND FRANCE "Ask the man who has one KING CONSTRUCTION CO. North Tonawanda, N. Y. 260 HORTICULTURE, August 14, 190» A CHARMING LITTLE RANGE BUILT OUR CURVED EAVE WAY |*W1I0W that we have at last brought l^^l the curved eave construction ^^J| down to an every way practical proposition, by combining it in a special way with our Sec- tional Iron Frame Construction ; our curved eave house bids fair to be the house of the future. It certainly has the facts of increas ed lightness and added attractive- ness on its side. You see from the interior view what a skeleton of light- ness the roof and sides can be when built Land B way. Such a house, built such a way, has all the points of durability in its favor — not a theoretical durability, but a proven dur- ability. Proven by i t s twenty - eight years test. No matter what kind of a house you intend building, it will be decidedly to your advantage to . talk it over with us. If it is to be a curv- ed eaved house, you take a long chance if you don't. L ORD AND BURNHAM CO. Srvo"' New York Philadelphia Boston Chicago F. R. PiEiisox, rresident-elect Society of American Florists and Ornamental Horticulturists. tevofeato /^^^^^ im Qq/to//, Mass. 262 HORTICULTURE August 21, 1909 R. VINCENT JR. & SONS GO. , WHITE MARSH, MD. GROWERS OF PLANTS FOR THE TRADE have 300,000 feet of Glass devoted exclusively to the growing of small plants. Are specialists in GERANIUMS Our collection is second to none in the country. DAHLIAS 250 of the very best varieties, including the Famous Jack Rose set. CANNAS Standard sorts, in good variety, pot plants a specialty. ALTERNANTHERA, COLEUS, SALVIA, ACERATUM, LANTANA, FUCHSIA and a general line of Bedding Stock. No orders too large for us to handle if placed in time. Special prices made on large quantities for future delivery. A. N. PIERSON,inc., Cromwell, Conn. WHITE KILLARNEY (Waban Strain) Doz. 100 250 ORAFTED STOCK $6 00 $35.00 $82 50 500 1000 2500 5000 $150 00 $300.00 $687.50 $1,250.00 Iis-r FIELD GROWN CARNATIONS How for Write for List and Prices. S. J. REUTER & SOSy, inc., Westerly, R. I. MARY TOLMAN A New Light Pink Carnatiou for 1910. $12.00 per 100. $100.00 per 1000. A. E. Hunt & Co., Evanston, III. Chicago Carnation Co.,Joliet, III. Hunt Bros., - - Park Ridge, Ml. CARNATIONS F. DORNER & SONS CO. LaFayette, Ind. SMITH'S Chrysanthemum Manual The Most Complete Treatise on this Subject, 40c Postpaid ELMEKD,SMITH&CO.,Ailriai,Mltli. CHARLES H. TOTTY Wholesale Florist Chrysanthemnin Novelties My Specialty Madison, N. J. CHRYSANTHEIiliUMS 'p°.r ni»« Clay Frick. White Shaw. Early Snow, Hrs. Jas. Harshall. flayor Weaver, The Harriott, $3.00 per 100. Autumn Glory, Ada Spaulding, Dr. Engue- hard. Dorothy Devens, Qeo. Kalb, Glory of the Pacific, Harry Hay, H. W Reiman, ivory, Jeanne Nonin, J. E. Lager, J M. Troy, J. K Shaw. Haud Dean, Meta, Monrovia, ninnie Wanamaker, firs. Alice Byron, Hrs. Baer, firs. Robert HcArthur, Hajor Bonnafton, Had I-. Bergmann. Nagoya, Polly Rose. Robt.Halliday, Timothy Eaton, W. H. Lin- coln, Wm. Duckham, etc., $3.00 per 100, $25.00 per 1000. Send for Catalogue of Roses, own root and grafted, and other miscellaneous stock. WOOD BROTHERS FISHKILL, N.Y. PEONIES Send for our list- The very choioait Commercial Varieties. FIELD CARNATIONS Pure White Enchantress Afterglow, Winona, Winsor, splendid plants, $6 per 100, $50 per 1000 THE E, G. HILL CO., Richmond, Indiana. LOOK ! PROSPERITY. TARIFF SETTLED. RUSH UP Importations Larger Than Ever e-iT 500 Araucarlas in the following sizes: — 50 at $a.oo; 50 at $1.00: aoo at 75c; 200 at 50c, just shipped this week to a large New England town. More in town this week, Araucarla Excelsa Qlauca, Specimen Plants, Spring iyo8 importation, 7 inch pots, 25, 30, 38, 40 inches high, 6 years old, sjitable for the ver- anda, porch or lawn, $2,00, $2.50, $3.00 each, worth double that amount. Same Varieties, April 1909 importation, 15- 20-22 inches high, $i.oc, $1.25, $1.50. Araucaria t^xcelsa, s. 5/^> ^ i°ch pots, 2-3-4 years old, 40c., 50c,, 6oc., 75c,, $1.00, Araucarla kobusta and Glauca, 6 inch pots, 2-a tiers. 3 years old, $1.00, $1.25, $1.50. Kentia ForBteriana. 6-7 inch pots, 25, 30, 40, 50 inches high, $1.00, $1.25, $1.50, $2 00, $3.00 each. Belmoreana, 6 inch pots, 5 to 6 leaves, $1.00. $1.25, $1.50. Cocos Weddeliana, 3-4 inch, 15c., 18c., 35c. Adiantum Hybrldum, valuable for fronds for Cutting, big bushes suitable for 6, 7, 8 inch pots, 30c., 4CC., 5CC. Areca lutesccns, 4 inch, 25c. Begonia Gloire de Lorraine, 4 inch, 25c. Lonsdale light pink and the dark pink. Sago palODS, loc. per leaf, 5-35 leaves to a plant, '^ 7-8 inch pots. Asparagus Plumosa nana, 2% inch, 3c: 3 inch, 5c: 4 inch, loc. 3prengeH, 2}4 inch, 3c; 4 inch, 8c. Rubbers or Ficus elastlca, 6 inch, 40c, ^oc. Boston, Whitman!. Scottil Ferns, 5-6 inch, ?^c, 4qC, 50c. Ferns for dishes, big assortment, $3.00 per 100, aH inch pots, Solanum multlflorum (Jerusalem Cher* ries), newest strain, 2% inch, $5.00 per 100. Cash with order please. GODFREY ASGHMANN Importer and Wholesale Grower of Pot Plants 1012 W. Ontario St., PHILADELPHIA, PA. All goods must travel at purchaser's risk LILIES Canadense, Super- bum, Single and Double Tigers, named Elegans, Tenuifolium, Wallacei, etc. GERMAN AND JAPAN IRIS, DEL- n^^<<«t PHINIUM FORMOSUM ^ Write for prices E.S,HIIILLER"fyN"Y- Begonia Gloire de Lorraine Leaf stock, June Delivery. $15 per 100, $145 per 1000, from Z'A In pots Stock guaranteed to be absolutely free from disease. THOMAS ROLAND, NAHANT, MASS. 8000 QUEEN, EXTRA LARGE, FINE PLANTS $5.00 per 100; $45.00 per 1000 W. C. STICKEL BALANCEOF FIELD CARNATIONS Winsor, Beacon, Rose and White Enchan- tress, $8.oo per lOO. Enchantress and White Perfection, $7.00 per 100. ^M^ ^^^H ^^^ ^^ M M ^HH ^^ ' vvDue reriectiuii, ^y.uu pci luu. P/EON I ES I. M. RAYNER, Greenport, N.Y. 16 Acres for Fall Delivery, WRITE FOR PRICES. GILBERT H. WILD, Sarcoxie, Mo. If you want to do business Advertise in Horticulture. August 21, 1909 HORTICULTURE 263 Nephrolepis Elegantissima Compacta Another Naw Fern Originating with Us, to be Introduced Fall, 1909 Of all the valuable introductions in ferns that we have sent out, beginning with the Pierson (Nephrolepsis Pier- soni), we consider Elegantissima Compacta the most valuable of all, particularly from a commercial standpoint. While this resembles Elegantissima in a general way, it is far superior to that variety, on account of its perfect habit. Yet it can hardly be compared with Elegantissima except in a general way, because it occupies a place by it- self, and is as distinct from Elegantissima as that variety is from Piersoni — in fact it bears the same relation to Elegan- tissima that Scottii does to Bostoniensis. Elegantissima Compacta has an ideal habit. The fronds are considerably shorter than those of Elegantissima, and it is a more compact plant. It throws a great many more crowns naturally, making a very bushy, dwarf, compact plant. The difference between the two varieties can be seen at a glance. Fine, »trong plants, 2ii-in. pots, $5.00 per doz., $35.00 per 100; 4-in. pots,, $7.50 per doz., $50.00 per 100; 6-in. pans $1.50 each ; 8-in. pans, $3.00 each. We make a specialty of all kinds of Nephrolepis, carrying a large stock of all sizes at all limes — Piersoni, Elegantissima, Superbissima, Bostoniensis, Scottii, Whitmani, Amerpohli, etc. F. R. PIERSON CO. Tarrytown-on-the-Hudson, NEW YORK Pandanus Utilis Extra fine healthy stock, out of 3-in, pots, at $12.00 per 100. SMIIjAX, out of 3-in. pots, at $3.00 per 100. BEGONIA GRACILIS LUMINOSA, out of 4-in. pots, at $5.©o per loo. AVPELOFSIS VEITCHII, 2 year old plants out of 4in. pots, $2.0© per doz. CLEMATIS PANICULATA, out of 6-in. pots, $3.00 per doz. A.. Xv. ]vxirvrvK>i^ JAMAICA AVE., GPP. SCHENCK AVE , PALMS, FERNS iND DECORATIVE PLANTS JOHN SCOTT Rutland Road and E. 45th St. Td. =890 Bedford BROOKLYN , N . Y. FERNS FOR DISHES Assorted varieties, 2 in. pots, $3 per 100, $25 per loco. PRIMROSES OBCONICA AND CHINESE Best strains, 2}4 in. pots, $3 per 100, $25 per 1000. Cash with order. FRANK OECHSLIN ■8672 TV. Adams St., - CHICAGO. ILI,. FIELD -GROWN CARNATIONS Clean, Healthy and Extra Strong THE QUEEN AND FAIR MAID $4. so per 100: $40.00 per lOOO. AU6UST GAEDEKE & CO., Nashua, N. H. White Killarney "Waban Conservatories Variety " ORDER EARLY For Fall Delivery Waban Rose Conservatories NATICK, MASS. Our 1909 list of PEONIES, PHLOX and iniS Is now ready, also Preliminary List of CHOICE EVERGREENS and DECIDUOUS TREES Sent free to all applicants T. C. Thurlcw & Co/'-M^.^"""^" Ohinese Primulas Vilmorin's Finest. From 2+ inch pots, very strong. $3.00 per 100. Cash. North and Milton Aves., BALTIDIORE, MD. Kentias, Arecas, Latanias, Cocos, Phoenix, Araucarias, Rubbers, Crotons, Pandanuses, Asparagus, Ferns for Dishes. Before placing fall orders for Palms and Decorative Plants Write for Prices A. LEUTHY & CO. PERKINS ST. NURSERIES ROSLINDALE, MASS. ASTER PLANTS. Semples Branching, Vicks and Queen of the Market fine plants grown from the be*t seed. 3 colors, $2..;o per loco; 5000 for $to. 00. Cabbage, Tomato and Celery Plants, all kinds, fine plants. $1.00 per 1000; $S 00 per 10.000. Peppers and Cauliflower. Best kinds. $2.00 per 1000. J. C. SCHMIDT, Bristol, Pa. 264 HORTICULTURE August 21, 1909 HEACOCK'S KENTIAS Our Stock consists of healthy, HOME = GROWN WELL ESTABLISHED Plants. : : Areca Lutescens W!SIKFT^^1'' V?^^R|^ ^\^ F ^^ 1 J^MlMi ^^fa^^aXfc- r^^T^ P^x^ ' \ P \i-jitt^-.'i',.^ L'-y^^H ■■H^ia^^ G-in. pot. 3 plants !n pot, 24 to 26 Inches high 6-in. pot, 3 plants In pot. 26 to 28 inches hiirh "•In. pot, 3 plants in pot, 30 to 32 inches high .each, $0.75 .each, 1.00 .each, 2.00 Cocos Weddelliana 2y2-in. pot, 8 to 10 inches high. 2V2-in. pot, 10 to 12 inches high. .per 100, $10.00 .per 100, 15.00 Kentia Balmoreana 5-in. pot, 6 to 7 leaves, 18 inches high per doz., $6.00 6-in. pot, 6 to 7 leaves, 22 to 24 inches high each, 1.00 6-ln. pot, 6 to 7 leaves, 24 to 26 inches high each, 1.25 6-in. pot, 6 to 7 leaves, 26 to 28 inches high each, 1.50 "in. pot or tub, 6 to 7 leaves, 34 to 36 inches high each, 2.50 9-in. tub. 6 to 7 leaves, 42 to 48 inches high, very heavy. . .each, 5.00 9-m. tub, 6 to 7 leaves, 48 to 54 inches high, very heavy. . .each, 6.00 Kentia Forsteriana 6 leaves, 18 to 20 inches high each, .50 5 to 6 leaves. 28 to 30 inches high each, 1.00 6 leaves, 30 to 32 Inches high each, 1.25 6 leaves, S4 to 36 inches high each, 1.50 5-in. pot, 6-in. pot. 6-in. pot, 6-in. pot. Per 100, Per doz.. Per doz.. Per doz.. Per doz.. Per doz.. Per doz.. Per doz.. Per doz.. $50.00 12.00 15.00 18.00 30.00 6.00 12.00 15.00 18.00 Made-up Kentia Forsteriana 7-ln. pot or tub. 4 plants in pot, 36 inches h it:h each, 2.50 9-in. tub, 4 plants in tub, 42 to 48 Inches hitrh each, 5.00 Joseph Heacock Co., wyncote, pa. ORCHIDS Larffett ImparterSf Eaeporterg, Or9*&9rt ana HylnridifU i« the World Sander, 5t. Alban», Cn^laml and 23B Broadway, Room I NEW YORK CITY ORCHIDS! Arrived In first-class condition C. Lablata, D. Biglbbum and expect In a few days C. Glgas and Sanderiana and C. Mosslae. ORDONEZ BROS. 41 West 28th St , - New York City and IVIadison, N. J. ORCHIDS All Orchids. Nothing but Orchids. Best Orchids, aood Orchids. We Collect Them. Write Today. CARRILLO & BALDWIN, Secaucus, N. J. IMPORTED ORCHIDS Now Arriving Julius Roehrs Co. RUTHERFORD, N.^ NEPHROLtPIS MAGNIFiGA THE 8BN8ATIONAI/ NOVBa/TY Btrcar 2%-in. Ktock, )2S.0O per 100. WHITMANII tM-in., f40.00 per lOOO;- 3V4-ln., from Bench, »8.00 per lOO. BOSTON FERNS $30.00 per 1000. H. H. BARROWS & SON. whit man. mass. FORTUNES IN FIG ORCHARDS £. C. Robertson General Sales Manager 501 Kiam BIdg., Heuston, Teias Teias Figs Are World's Fair Winners The famous fig preserves made at Aldlne, near Houston, are the finest and best known in the world. One important thing which must not be overlooked Is that flg orchards never fall to produce large, profitable crops here. One Acre Set In Figs and one Town Lot, both ', wood shop practice, economics, English literature, rhetoric, thrommatology, military science, phys- ical training. While all the floricultural subjects have been primarily designed to be units in a course in floriculture, any of them may be taken by students in the university provided they have the nec- essary qualifications to admit them to the classes. For further information regarding the course, a catalogue may be secured by addressing the undersigned or the Dean of Agricultural College at Ur- bana. 111. H. B. DORNER. VISIT OF RHENISH NURSERYMEN TO TREVES. In connection with the recent con- gress of Rhenish nursery proprietors at Treves (Trier) the members of the Handelsgartnerverbandes (Unions of nurserymen) of the Middlerhein and Rhein-Mosel made an excursion to that town on July 31, last. The mem- bers had received invitations from the following firms at Treves to inspect their establishments, viz: P. Lambert, J. Lambert & Sons, Lambert & Reiter, J. Reiter & Sons, Miller, Langsur and others. For the reasons that the town occupies a wonderful position on the Mosel, has fine vineyards round about, and remarkable nurseries in its vicin- ity, and not least, its buildings from the times of the Romans (the Porta- nigra, amphitheatre, imperial palace, baths, etc.) it is a place much visited by strangers; and one in which those who are not temperance advocates can enioy a drop of excellent Mosel wine, and refresh themselves, when money plays no role, with delicious Berncast- ler Doctor, and Frau Doctor Tanisch's Anslesi, it was not a matter for won- der that the invitation was gleefully accepted by members from far distant places.— M. H. in Die Gartenwelt, July 31 AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF PARK SUPERINTENDENTS. The eleventh annual convention opened in Seattle, Wash., on August 9, for a three days' session. The morn- ings were devoted to business and the afternoons to visits to the many beau- tiful park's and the Exposition grounds. Oflicprs for 1910 were elected as fol- lows: President, W. S. Manning, Bal- timore- vice-presidents, G. A. Parker, Hartford, Conn., E. T. Mische, Port- land. Ore., J. G. Morley, Los Angeles, M H. West, Chicago, W. J. Zartman, Brooklyn; secretary-treasurer, P. G. Mulford. Harrisburg was chosen for the convention of 1910. New Haven, Conn.— The New Haven Nurseries is the firm name assumed bv A. T. Osterman and L. A. Soldar, who are just starting in the nursery business at 123 Church street. 270 HORTICULTURE. August 21, 1909 SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS Return to Cincinnati for the Twenty-Fifth Convention — Extensive and Varied Trade Exhibits Rochester, N* Y,, the Next Meeting Place Officers Elected PRESIDENT— F. R. PIERSON, Tarrytown-on-the-Hudson, N. Y. VICE-PRESIDENT— F. W. VICK, Rochester, N. Y. SECRETARY— H. B. DORNER, Urbana, Ml. TREASURER— H. B. BEATTY, Pittsburg, Pa. The twenty-fifth, convention proceed- ings opened according to program with an organ concert in Odeon Hall, at 1.30 p. m., Tuesday. President Valen- tine then read his add-'ess, there be- ing on the platform Bx-Presidents Hill, Graham, Smith, OMara. Burton, Stewart and Traendly, and the present officers of the society, PRESIDENT'S ADDRESS. I talte great pleasure in addressing you at this twenty-fifth meeting of the society and I am able to assure you that the past year has shown an in- crease in membership and that our financial condition is also stronger than a year ago. Societies, lil^e human beings, suffer the greatest mortality in infancy, so that on its twenty-fifth birthday; this society may be congratulated on hav- ing passed its period of greatest peril and to be reasonably certain of reach- ing a good old age. But, fullness of years is not neces- sarily' an evidence of usefulness and we must talie care that youthful com- placency does not malce us forget that we have the only charter ever granted to a similar organization by these United States and that such distinc- tion carries with it unusual responsi- bilities. We should, therefore, take heed to our conduct so that the work intrusted to us by Congress shall be well and faithfully performed on the broad lines contemplated by our char- ter. The next twenty-five years must show a record of work accomplished upon ever broadening lines if we are to uphold the traditions of the old guard who started this work a quarter ofi a century ago. I had hoped that ■we would at this meeting have the en- couragement and the prophetic voice of our first President but instead we are called upon to pay tribute to his memory. I shall leave to others better equipped the task of doing honor to those we have lost, but if this society can become imbued with the enthu- siasm and the optimism of John Thorpe, no work can be too great for It to undertake with reasonable hope of success. If a knowledge of the things done here can penetrate to the Great Beyond the thought that his ef- forts were bearing fruit in a wider use- fulness for this society would bring great happiness to the soul of that re- mai'kable man. Membership. A few members of this society have been continuously faithful to it since its organization and have never failed ■ to send their dues to the Secretary. It seems eminently fitting that some special recognition should be made of their many years of loyal support and I suggest that their names be can'ied in the annual report during their lives under the heading of "Pioneers" and that no further annual dues shall be collected from them. The present membership of our so- ciety does not include more than ten per cent of the commercial men who are owners and operators of some kind .of a floral establishment and this indi- cates that something has been wrong somewhere. We have either not fol- lowed the right method in canvassing for new members or the conduct of the society has not been such as to interest outsiders and bring them into the fold. Our membership is especially weak among the retail florists and we have lew members in the South or on the Pacific Coast. It is well worth while to consider whether there is not some more effectual way of canvassing for new members in those states and we should try to devise some means of interesting the owners of retail flower stores so that they will find something in our society and at our conventions of especial interest and benefit to them. There are thousands of these re- tailers in th'e country and their most crying need at present is some form of organization whereby they can, with confidence, exchange orders by mail or telegraph. If some such organization could be effected confining its member- ship to the members of this society I believe the retailers would flock to our standard in large numbers. Convention Work Divided Into Sec- tions. The members of this society are en- gaged in so many different lines of work that it is hard to arrange a pro- gram which will hold the interest of a large pi-oportion of its members. We claim to hold the door open for the admission of all persons interested in horticulture and to manufacturers of and dealers in horticultural sup- plies, but having come in through our open door many fail to find anything of personal interest within our home and so allow their membership to lapse. The manufacturer or the dealer may join and attend as a matter of policy but he cannot be expected to take any great pereonal interest in the life history of Aphis or in the Men- delian Theory: nor can the man who devotes his whole place to growing cut flowers be presumed to take a keen interest in landscape gardening. While our membership is very much smaller than it ought to be, and than we hope it will be, it is now large enough so that the work of the con- vention could be successfully divided into sections, as is done in many so- cieties. One section might take up matters of interest to all importers of bulbs and plants, another section, as I have already indicated, might profit- ably be devoted to the Interests of the retailers. We might have a section devoted to the interests of the private garden'ers and ornamental horticulturists and so justify that portion of our name. If the organizing and conducting of such a section should prove to be of in- terest to any considerable number of private gard'eners and park men, we would get an accession of valuable members from a direction where we have heretofore awakened but little in- terest. In pursuance of such a policy, sec- tion programs would be prepared of especial interest to those engaged in some particular branch of work. These different sections would hold their meetings in different rooms and no one would be oblig'ed to listen to a class of papers that did not interest him, neither would an interesting dis- cussion have to be abridged to prevent its taking the time set down on the program for a topic of a different nature. A number of the members of this August 21, 1909 HORTICULTURE 271 aociety have been interested in cross- fertilizing. Ten or a dozen men de- voted to that class of work could get into a small room and hold a very in- ter'esting session. Perhaps a half dozen similar meetings might be in session at one time in different rooms and it would be necessary to devote to them at least, one day of the conven- tion so that on that day no g'eneral business session would be held. These sessions being composed of a much smaller number of men than the large convention would be less formally con- ducted. Expressions of opinion would be much mofe frank and men too dif- fident to speak in a large convention would gladly take part in the proceed- ings. The most valuable points we get at these conventions are often obtained in the informal talks in hotel lobbies or in private rooms and there are very few who fail to pick up something of interest and value on such occasions. The retailers' section would receive the reports of the officers of the de- livery association and its arbitration committee would adjust controversies. They would discuss the best methods of drawing and holding trade; the best methods of bookkeeping and of collect- ing accounts; protection against "Dead Beats"; claims for commission put for- ward by mercenary servants; the adoption of uniform charges for the rental of decorative plants; the proper policy to pursue toward churches and societies asking for donations. All these and many other subjects would furnish fruitful topics for discussion. So many and such substantial benefits would be offered that the retailers simply could not afford to stay out. The resultant gathering together of retailers would induce larger and more profitable displays by those con- cerns who cater to that trade. These are possible means for strengthening and upbuilding our so- ciety among the classes at present in- cluded in our membership and I fecommend them to your careful con- sideration. It is my firm conviction that if some such plan as this had been followed, we would have had a Rose Section, a Carnation Section and a Chrysanthemum Section instead of separate societies which are doing com- mendable work but are to some extent depleting our ranks. Encourage Organization of Amateur Societies. We must admit that In the past this society has been conducted as a trade organization, witliont any pretense of occupying that broader and larger field which includes the flower-loving pub- lic. It is not my intention to criticise that attitude, for it may have been the only one which would have carried the society safely through the perils which beset it; but tbe time has surely come when we should assume that high place in horticultural councils to which our national charter entitles us. The amateur will never find much of interest in a convention of florists and I do not assume that any merging of the two elements into one convention would be acceptable to either; but our interests should induce us to syste- matically encourage the organizing of amateur societies, meeting in annual convention on the delegate plan, under the encouragement of the S. A. F. and O. H. until such time as the amateurs preferred to release the helping hand and walk alone. Our Secretary ought to have the time and the means at his disposal so that he could help active- ly in promoting and organizing such societies. The National Council of Horticulture, which is partly main- tained from the treasury of this so- ciety, does gieat good through the pub- lication of articles of a horticultural character intended to meet the needs of amateurs. This same organization could do much to stimulate the growth of such an association of amateur flower growers. It would be impossible to calculate the increased demand for our products as the result of such an organization if it could be made to catch the popu- lar fancy. The greatest good resulting from such a movement, however, would be the adorning of places now barren and the stimulating of the love for Nature's beauties among the people of this great land of ours. Countless small societies and clubs are but waiting the heat of enthusiasm to fuse them into a mighty force which shall remove the ugly scars from our landscape and convert thousands of dreary towns into the abiding places of beauty. Shall we be faint-hearted and say this is too much to accom- plish, or shall we say that the fulfill- ment of this noble purpose is both our duty and our rightful prerogative? I recommend the appointment of a committee with authority to take up this work in a preliminary way and report progress at our next convention. Change in By-Laws. The business affairs of a society like ours are varied in character and the proper handling of them calls for energy, experience and good judgment. The man upon whom the chief respon- sibility rests in these matters is the Secretary of the society. In the past you have been exceedingly fortunate in the men who have been selected for this important work and I, therefore, feel perfectly free to express my opin- ion, since none can consider it as per- sonal criticism. I am firmly of the opinion that the convention of this so- ciety should not elect its Secretary, but should leave that important duty to be undertaken by the board of directors, who will closely scrutinize the qualifi- cations of such men as seem available and will select the man they think best suited for the position. In the privacy of the board room such matters can be fully discussed, whereas such a dis- cussion on the floor of the convention would be unwise. Large business con- cerns do not allow their stockholders to elect the active head of the concern, but that important matter is settled in directors' meeting. Under our present arrangement each convention brings the peril that some popular but incompetent man will be boosted into this office on a temporary wave of enthusiasm. Any man who has held the office of President of this society will gladly testify how much he has been compelled to turn to the Secretary for guidance and how com- pletely the welfare of the society is in his keeping. What I have said concerning the election of Secretary applies also, but with less force, to the election of a Treasurer. In my judgment the busi- ness conduct of the society should be under the control of the board of di- rectors. I, therefore, recommend such a change in our by-laws as will pro- vide for the convention electing two directors each year for a term of three years, instead of their appointment by the President, as at present, and for the election of the Secretary and Treasurer by the board of directors, si.bject to removal at their discretion. If our Society is to expand its field of usefulness or properly culivate the field it now occupies, it must be able to secure the entire time of a capable man as Secretary. The year would be all too short in which to do the many helpful things such a man would find to do in visiting and encouraging local clubs, both professional and amateur, lu addressing meetings in villages where it was desired to awaken an interest in horticulture, our present Secretary has been able to do some good for the cause, but under our pres- ent plan the time devoted to such things must be taken at the expense of private interests. It is a conscientious conception of the work that a secretary ought to do which has forced our present efficient ofl'cer to decide that he must not con- tinue in the work, in justice to his own interests and the interests of his business associates. The undertaking of ambitious proj- ects with hope of success necessitates expenditures. This society ought to be in a position to spend money for the things which would ultimately pr(>fit its members and promote the objects for which it is conducted. At present our income is too limited to permit of anything but the most nee-. essary expenditures. It is lamentable that a society of a thousand florists banded together can- not collectively spend money for de- sirable ends when it has hundreds of men within its ranks who would not hesitate to individually incur the ex- pense in their own interest. Whether some means cannot successfully be de- vised for very largely increasing the funds at the disposal of the society is a subject which should have the care- ful attention of an energetic and able committee. National Flower Show. The most important incident since our last convention was the National Flower Show held under the auspices of this and kindred societies in Chica- go last November. What was accomp- lished will be reported to you at this mef ting by the Chairman of the Exec- utive Committee. Another committee has been ap- pointed to take up the matter of a similar show in some Eastern city and will also report to you at this meet- ing. It is very encouraging to know that the Chicago Show was held with profit to the guarantors and to this society for that fact alone makes the success of fuure shows more probable. New Opportunities. JIany articles, notably azaleas, bulbs and palms, are imported into this country in immense numbers, and the impression is general that a large part of these importations might be profitably grown in the United States. In order to judge as to the merit of such an enterprise, the fullest and 272 HORTICULTURE August 21, ISO* most detailed knowledge of foreign methods is desirable. It seems likely that if this society made application to the Secretai-y of Agriculture, that of- ficial would order an investigation and would secure and furnish to us all the data obtainable. I recommend that our Secretary be instructed to ask for this information in the name of this Society. The work of committees is often made harder because it is the custom to make them consist of three or more members and to have the members hall from different sections. My judg- ment is that for many purposes only one man should be appointed on a committee, except such committees as are expected to do their work during the time of the convention. Have it thoroughly understood that the com- mitteeman can temporarily call to his assistance any other member or num- ber of members, but that wherever he goes he is the committee and does not need to await the action of any other member. The Secretary of the society and the President ought to be kept advised of the progress being made by all com- mittees. When it can be done without interference with the work of the com- mittee, such progress should be re- ported to the trade press by the Sec- retary. The florists of Illinois have suc- ceeded in getting substantial recog- nition from the legislature with an appropriation that permits the main- tenance of a florists department of the State Experiment Station. A like result could doubtless be obtained in other states if the florists here worked for it as 'energetically as did the florists of Illinois. Our retiring Secretary, Mr. Rudd, has taken a keen personal interest in this movement and I suggest that if he were made a committee of one to follow up this work the trade at large might be induced to pull together for greater recognition of their needs and their strength with great resulting benefits to florists generally. Sports. The matter of Sports at our conven- tions has been referred to by many of my predecessors. I am firmly of the opinion that any clean, healthful sport is a good thing for any man who gives the most of his time to work. Bowling and shooting contests have enough of an attraction so that they often turn the scale and bring to the convention some men who other- wise would not attend. Local bowling clubs do much to bring the florists of a community together and in the en- joyment of contests of skill, petty quarrels are forgotten so that a friendly feeling generally exists among those attending. The time has gone by, if it ever was, when a man must be a rowdy in order to enjoy or participate in a trial of physical skill. These matters must be kept in their proper place and not be allowed to interfere with or over- shadow the convention itself; but as at present conducted, I look upon them as both useful and desirable. There is much in this address which is not new, but has been urged by my predecessors. I offer no apology for again pressing these things upon you, but if you will take the time to re- view our annual reports you will find many useful suggestions that have been brought forward by other Presi- dents and which would make this ad- dress too long if I were to review them here. Before closing I wish to assure the members of this society that not my- self alone, but the florists of Colorado, also, keenly appreciate the recognition you have given them by the selection ot one of their number to preside over this Convention. At the close of our last Convention, Colorado had seven names enrolled as members of the so- ciety and seldom more than one or two have been in attendance at the Con- vention. At the present time Colorado hag over forty members enrolled and are here today. That her thanks have taken this substantial form is largely due to the untiring energy of N. A. Benson, State Vice-President. SECRETARY'S REPORT. Secretary Rudd then presented his annual report: Starting out with bad conditions and dismal prospects financially, greatly in- creased general interest in the Society since the first of January and the con- sequent large accessions of new mem- bers and re-instatement of old ones in default, have converted what looked almost sure to be a year of stationary or backward conditions into a de- cidedly successful one. From the financial point of view the convention at Niagara Falls was a de- cided failure. Many causes led to this. Of course the general business depres- sion through which we had passed had a strong effect, and it is doubtful whether a very successful convention could have been held last year at any place. The writer believes, however, that it is a serious mistake to hold con- ventions of this society In any location where there are not large trade inter- ests. In the first place, we lose the enthusiastic work of a good strong body of local florists. The difference between conditions in this, respect at Niagara Falls and what they are here, will. I am sure, be noticed by evej-y member who attended both conven- tions. In addition to that loss, which is so great that it can hardly be over- estimated, we have the lack of draw- ing power to our members. The bulk ot the florists in this country are not wealthy men, but they are shrewd, prudent business men, and the trip to the convention for them must be shown advantageous to the highest de- gree in a business way; and unless they can have added to the pleasures and the advantages of the convention proper, a chance to examine and in- spect greenhouse establishments, suc- cessful retail flower shops, wholesale establishments and other like supple- mentary things which they all consider of great value to them in a business way, many will not feel justified in giving the time and going to the ex- pense 01 a trip to the convention. In short, many of our members do not cave enough for scenery to pay much money for it, and it seems to your sec- retary that never again, unless condi- tions are exceptional, should this socie- ty go to outlying cities like Niagara Falls or Aslieville. At Niagara Falls we only received 50 new members, while the writer will be disappointed if we do not add 250 to our membership roll at this place. Fortunately the National Flower Show was an event which attracted great interest (in fact I think by it we lo.st the attendance of a good many people at the Niagara Falls Convention) and we were, during the progress of the show, enabled to take in nearly as many new members as at Niagara Falls. The financial statements attached to this report, as well as the treasurer's report, will show a gratifying increase in the General Fund and an unusually good increase in the Permanent Fund. The custom of adding all interest re- ceived on both funds to the permanent fund has been continued and the latter fund has now reached so large aa amount that the interest on it is quite- an item. Steps are being taken to make permanent investments of this fund which will secure larger interest returns than are obtained at present. Starting out 25 years ago with no pat- tern to follow excepting foreign horti- cultural societies which were organized to fit different conditions, our society has had to try many experiments and abandon many of them. We are now just beginning to get our bearings and to see clearly the work which lies be- fore us. Personally the writer believes- that we shall never really and truly come to our own, except through the nursing into a rapid growth of our per- manent fund. The society will never be what it should be and can never ac- complish what it should accomplish for the floricultural interests, until it has a permanent home of its own with am- ple glass structures for the testing of new varieties and for the growing and maintaining in the best condition of a large and representative collection of subjects adaptable to American condi- tions. This is going to take an enor- mous amount of money and we must not be impatient and attempt to start this sort of work until the funds at our disposal are suflicient to make a rea- sonably good beginning. At that time the writtr hopes that the strength and influence of the society will be so great that the national government can be induced to assist directly in the work. There are three sources aside from government assistance to which we can look for strengthening our permanent fund. First, of course, in fact the only one which has up to date been of much effect, has been the life member- ships and the compounding of the in- terest, which has been steadily going on. Second is the trade exhibition which has grand possibilities but which we seem to have largely overlooked here- tofore. The present method of taking the entii'e trade exhibition matter di- rectly into the hands of the society it- self, is a move in the right direction and I believe will show excellent re- sults this year. The charges for space have been experimentally fixed very low. The writer is convinced they are altogether too low and that, unlike the tariff, they should be revised upwards. Careful handling of this matter, your secretary is convinced, will very short- ly produce an income greater than your entire present revenue, both gen- eral fund and permanent. The third source ot income is one that has never been exploited, so far as I know, namely, bequests and do- nations. In the 25 years of the exist- August 21, 1909 HORTlCULTURi: 273 t-nce of our society, no money has been left to it by will and no git'i has been made which could be added to the per- manent fund and which would iu any way assist us to arrive at the perma- nent home. It seems to your secretary that we have been sadly neglectful iu this respect and that a proper placing before our members of the vast good to be accomplished by such bequests, would soon produce results. Of course we must continue to use every eftort to increase our member- ship in the way of annual members, because our ability to carry on our present work depends largely on the income from that source. However, too much stress has been placed on the getting of new members, or per- haps it would be better to say that not enough stress has been placed on the necessity of keeping the members we have. We must at all times carefully consider and carry out every possible means of retaining the interest of the members we already have. The man who deliberately sends in his applica- tion in the middle of the year because a study of the conditions has led him to believe that membership in the so- ciety will be valuable to him, is a con- tinuing source of gain, because he will Slick, if the handling of the society work is such as not to disappoint him in his expectations. The man who joins under the excitement of the con- vention or through the strong solicita- tion in a peisoi;al way of officers or membeis, is often worth just $5 and no more. His interest is only a fleet- ing one and if he does not attend tne next convention he fails to renew his membership and drops out. In the past we have been neglectful in the nr.atter of getting into close and con- tinuous touch with our individual members; we have not shown them that this is Their society and that the whole strength of the society is at their disposal at all times to every reasonable degree. They should be encouraged to submit their problems to the secretary and should be led to ex- pect, and should be given, prompt help. Many of the inquiries coming in relat- ing to the difficulties of our members, especially the ones just starting in business, can be readily attended to by the secretary, while for those questions of a more serious nature, we have hun- dreds of able men in the society who will, I am sure, be glad to help solve the problems of their brother mem- bers. The writer has for many years been much interested in the matter of Ex- periment Station work and has be- lieved that the florists were not get- ting their dues, largely because they failed to appreciate the importance of the work and to ask for what they wanted. The work of the experiment stations in comparatively a few years, has revolutionized farming, dairying, live stock breeding and fruit culture. It has done nothing for us, compara- tively speaking. The work at Illinois being a combination of the best scien- tific skill, with the close scrutiny and advice of members of the trade, is go- ing to be of enormous value and the writer believes that the same condi- tions can be brought about in nearly everv state in the Union. In order to lay "before you the facts, your secre- tary some time since took up corres- pondence with the experiment stations in the countiy. hoping to- be able to tabulate the facilities at the various stations and the work they were doing and to urge upon you an active cam- paign for securing better things. Un- fortunately the correspondence has dragged out and the information has come in so slowly that the data can- not be given to you at this time. I hope to complete it, however, and ask your permission to publish it in the forthcoming volume. The results will be so disappointing to everyone that I hope it will arouse us all to the nec- essity cf promoting an organization in each state to secure better things and also to appoint a central committee of the society to advise with and to aid the different state organizations. MEDALS. Medals have been delivered during the past year as follows: SILVER MEDAI^— Henr.y A. Dreer (In- corporated), for Nephrolepis Scholzeli, of- fered through the St. Louis Horticultural Societ.v aud awarded at their annual ex- liibitiou, NoTeml>er, 190S. National Flower Show Medals. The medals listed below were awarded at the National Flower Show, Chicago, Xovemljer, 1908. SILVER GILT MEDALS. Elmer D. Smith & Co. For display ot cut chr.vsanthemums. Julius Roehrs Co. For three Heliconias. Halfdau Skjoldager. For private gardener winning most premiums. SILVER MEDALS. Thomas Proctor. For private gardener winning second uuml:>er premiums. W. A. Mauda. Four Medals; (1) For col- lection of orchid blooms; (2) For Kentia Mandaiana; (3i i"or Dracaena Black Beauty Improved; (4i For Polypodiura Mandaianum. E. (Jechslein. For collection of green- house plants. Vaughau's Seed Store. For educational eshitiit of outdoor planting. Martin A. Ryerson. For chrysanthemum plant. W. J. Smyth. For vase of roses. M. Calvat. For seedling chrysanthe- mums. Harry Turner. For celosia Pride of Castle Gould. C. H. Tott.v. "Sweepstakes," best six blooms chrysanthemums. BRONZE MEDALS. W. A. Manda. For Manda's Golden Privet. Henry Eichholz. For carnation Alvina. J. A. Peterson. For Begonia Agatha. E. G. Uiblein. Two Medals; (1) For one eattle.va: (2) For one orchid plant. .John Riordan. For private gardener winning third number premiums. Thomas Roland. For cyclamen plants. J. J. Mitchell. For best flowering plant. Carnation Medals. Offered through the American Carnation Society and awarded at their annual meet- ing in Indianapolis. January, 1909. SILVER MEDAL— The F. Dorner & Sons Co., for carnation Hoosier Lad. BRONZE MEDAL— A. C. Brown, for carnation Superba. Various Awards. The following awards were made at the National Flower Show, Chicago, November, 190S. CERTIFICATES OF MERIT. W. A. Manda. Three certificates: (1) Dracaena Mandaiana: C-'i Anthurium Cut- tingiaunm: (31 Yucca Menandii. F. R. Pierson Co. Two certificates; (1) Nephrolepis Elegantissima compacta; (2) Nephrolepis superbissima. Julius Roehrs Co. Croton Fred Sander. The Lincoln Park Commissioners. Group of greenhouse plants. Henry A. Dreer (Incorporated). Nephro- lepis Scholzeli. The South Park Commissioners. Group of greenhouse plants. W. N. Rudd. Carnation Mrs. J. C. Vaughan. F. Dorner & Sons Co. Carnation Pink Delight. HONORABLE MENTION. .idam Wolnlewicz. Group of greenhouse plants. Plant Registration. New plant names have been regis- tered since last report as follows: Xo. 398— August 15, 190S. Rose, Amer- ican Pillar, by the Conard & Jones Company, West Grove, Pa. No. 399— August 15, 1908. Canna, Gladio-flora, by the Conard & Jones Company, West Grove, Pa. No. 400— August 15, 1908. Canna, Minnehaha, by the Conard & Jones Company, West Grove, Pa. No. 401 — August 15, 1908. Canna, Rosea Gigantea, by the Conard & Jones Company, West Grove, Pa. No. 402— December 1, 1908. Chrysan- themum, President Taft, by Elmer D. Smith & Co., Adrian, Mich. No. 403— December 23, 190S. Canna, Wawa, by the Conard & Jones Company, West Grove, Pa. No. 404— December 23. 1908. Canna, Mont Blanc Improved, by the Conard & Jones Com- pany, West Grove, Pa. No. 405— December 23, 1908. Rose, Climbing Mosella. by the Conard & Jones Company, West Grove, Pa. No. 406 — January 25, 1909. Cypripe- diuin. Ursula, by Alfred J. Loveless, Lenox, Mass. No. 407— February 5, 1909. Cattleya, Oakland, by Charles G. Roebling. Trenton, N. J. No. 408— February 5, 1909. Laelio- Cattleya, Magenta, by Charles G. Roebling, Tren- ton, N. J. No. 409— February 27, 1909. Carna- tion, Edward, by W. H. Shumway, Berlin, Conn. No. 410— March 19, 1909. Clematis, Clematis paniculata rubra, by the Jackson & Perkins Company, Newark. N. Y. No. 411— April 2, 1909. Begonia, President Taft, by J. A. Peterson, Westwood, Cin- cinnati, Ohio. No. 412— April 23, 1909. Hydrangea cinerea sterilis, by E. Y. Teas. Centerville, Ind. No. 413— July 16. 1909. Rose, Climb- ing American Beauty, by Hoopes, Bro. & Thomas Company, West Chester, Pa. Members Lost by Death. Since the last report six members have died: 1909. February 6. W. C. Krick, Brooklyn, N. Y. March 2, E. V. Hallock. (Life mem- ber) Queens, N. Y. April 3, William Hagemann, New York. April 19, John Scott, Brooklyn, N. Y. May 28, John E. Andre, Doylestown, Pa. July 9, Herbert Heller, New Castle, Ind. Death of John Thorpe. On July 1, 1909 occurred the death of John Thorpe, the first president ot this society. 274 HORTICULTURE August 21, 1909 Membership Staveirent July 31, 1909. Total annual members as per last report, November 20, 1908 720 Reinstated 19 New members 71 810 Deceased 5 Total annual members en- rolled 805 Total life members as per last report, November 20, 1908 179 New life members 17 196 Deceased 1 Total life members en- rolled 195 Total members enrolled... 1000 Gain in life membership since July 31, 1908 25 Gain in annual membership since July 31, 1908 56 Total gain 81 Note: — Since August 1st and up to August 12th, we have received 8 new lite members and 24 annual members. Last year we had 9 annual and one life, making the net increase August 11th, 103 members. Transportation. Every effort was made to secure re- duced railroad rates, but without suc- cess. The various traffic associations seem to have generally adopted the policy of refusing reduced rates ex- cept where there is a guaranteed at- tendance of one thousand or more. The writer thinks this policy is a part of the general campaign against the two-c.ent-per-mile legislation. Anyway, we didn't get the rates. State Vice-Presidents. The state vice-presidents have dur- ing the past year been very active in the interests of the society and have done much good work. The complaint which your secretary was compelled to make last year regarding the laxness among them and failure even to pay their own dues on the part of a few, does not hold this year and a large part of the advance shown is due to their good work. Trade Press. The trade press have continued their cordial support of the society as in the pa Sit. In closing this the last report of this kind which the writer will ever make to you, I wish to tender my most heartfelt thanks to all the friends who have by advice and assistance freely given and by kind words so often spoken, lightened the task and made the work a constant pleasure. I cannot make you know how much enjoyment there h?,s been to me in getting back into the harness and be- ing actively identified again with all of you good kind hearts and this great organization of ours. It is with re- gret that I step out. I assure you that I will set your house in order and will turn over to my successor in good and perfect condition all of your books and records and other property now in SECRETARY'S SUPPLEIVIENTAL FINANCIAL REPORT. January 1, 1909, to August 1, 1909. RECEIPTS. General Fund. Dues of 1908 $ 57.00 " 1909 1,347.00 " " 1910 3.00 Total Dues Fees and Dues, new members $1,407.00 355.00 Total from members. Balance from Trade Exhibition 1908.. Miscellaneous 63.36 1.25 $1,762.00 f 64.61 Total General Fund Receipts.... PERMANENT FUND. Fees, Life Members EXPENDED. Total receipts. $1,826.61 $ 425.00 $2,261.61 $2,251.61 Paid Treasurer Considering current receipts only, the above is a gain of 14% over the corresponding period last year. NOTE: Since the above report was written, that is up to and including August 11th, there has been about $1000 more collected, including $483.17, this Society's share of the proceeds of the National Flower Show. my hands. I shall aid him in the ex- acting task before him to the best of my ability, and beg to assure the so- ciety that I shall always stand ready to accept any tasks they may give me to do and shall always remain a true and loyal member, ready to support the best interests of the society and equally ready to fight against any un- wise moves. Statement of Warrants Drawn on Treasurer for Payment from the Gen- eral Fund, January 1 to July 31 In- clusive, 1909. 1908 Account. Annual Report and mailing $410.51 Officer's Bond 8.00 Medals 65.07 Secretary's Salary 83.33 Exchange .66 Postage 26.00 Engrossing 14.48 Auditing .-... 30.00 Sundries 10.53 $648.58 1909 Account. National Council of Horticulture $150.00 Badges 24.00 Rent, Convention and Exhibition Halls.... .530.00 Medals 16.40 Secretary's Salary 499.99 Exchange 10.55 Stationery & Printing. 104.50 Postage 62.08 Treasurer's Salary 50.00 Treasurer's Bond 40.00 Committee Expense... 230.24 Funeral Flowers 25.00 Miscellaneous 9.75 $1,752.51 adopted exhibition bills are paid by the treasurer and receipts are turned over to the Society, so that this item will take care of itself later on. Deducting the hall rent makes the expenditures for the period in question $1,S71.0S, about $50 more than the col- lections for that period. However, the heavy collections for the first few days in August will bring the balance of the General Fund receipts much in excess of the payments made, and we have to add to this balance the collections be- ing made here at the coiivention, which will undoubtedly be very heavy, and also the proceeds from the Trade Exhibition, which will apparently greatly exceed those of any previous exhibition by reason of the large amount of space sold and the econom- ical management. It seems certain that we will close the present fiscal year with a substantial increase in the amount of our General Fund and also a heavy increase in the Permanent Fund. On request of Treasurer Beatty, who was suffering from sore throat, Mr. Rudd then read the financial re- port. SUMMARY OF TREASURER'S REPORT. 1008 Jiin. 1, Balance General Fund $3,001.69 Jan. 1, Balance Life Mem- bership Fund 4,718.52 $7,720.21 Receipts. Dor-. 31, General Fund, Tut.il Receipts during year 1908 $5,061.07 Dec. 31. Life Member- ship Fund, Total Re- ceipts during year 1908. 1.468.41 Less Hall Rent. . $2,401.09 530.00 $1,871.09 NOTE: It should be noted that the item of Hall Rent is one that has never appeared in the treasurer's account be- fore. Under the new system lately 6,529.48 $14,249.69 Disbursements. Dec. 31, General Fund, Total Dis- bursements during year 1908.. 4.249.69 Doc. 31, Balance— Cash In Banks. $10,000.00 Doc. 31. Balance on De- posit, General Fund. . .$3,813.08 Dec. 31, Balance on De- posit Life Membership Fund 6.186.93 $io,ooo.oa August 21, 1909 HORTICULTURE 275 The reports of the state vice-presi- dents were referred to a committee cons-isting of Messrs. E. S. Cushmau.E. Weinhoeber and J. S. Wilson. The proceedings at the last annual meeting of the Executive Board were then read in full by Secretary Rudd and all the recommendations made therein to the society were accepted and approved excepting that clause appropriating one hundred and fifty dollars lor the Council of Horticulture which, on mo- tion of, W. J. Stewart, was laid over for further consideration. Chairman Hammond tJien presented the report of the Legislative Committee showing that through the well directed work of F. R. Pierson the florists' interests in (he new tariff bill recently adopted by Congress had been cared for and a specific duty satisfactory to the com- mittee had been secured. The com- plaints of several members in regard to express charges for ice and re- turned empties had been investigated but the facts ascertained had not been strong enough to warrant bringing them before the Interstate Commerce Commission. Mr. Hammond's report was very complete and showed faithful work on the part of the committee and a vote of thanks was accorded. A letter was presented from the Am- erican Seed Trade Association asking lor the appointment of a joint com- mittee on matters of mutual con- cern. An invitation from the Mon- treal Gardeners' and Florists' Club to hold the next meeting in their city was read. A communication from O. W. D'Alcorn, calling attention to suc- cessful bulb culture in Virginia, was also read. Mr. O'Mara presented a resolution endorsing Congressman Bennett's congressional bill for estab- lishment of a domestic parcel post, but it tailed to pass. The evening was pleasantly passed at the Zoo, in Eden Park, where there was a band concert followed by the president's reception on the cafe ver- anda, and a brilliant display of fire- works, among which were some set pieces especially designed to repre- sents florists' subjects. THE EXHIBITION. The exhibition was, as promised, un- precedented in extent and variety. The entire two floors of the vast Music Hall were occupied, and the view from the main entrance was an inspiring one. There were great pyramids of gladioli, long ranks of ferns, crotons, palms, bay trees, all superb specimens, and beyond them models of green- houses, boilers, engines and apparatus and equipments in great variety. The display of plain and fancy pottery was magnificent and the bulb dealers came out very strong with their wares. Up- stairs the supply dealers held forth with an exhibition of unprecedented extent and beauty, far exceeding any- thing ever before attempted in this country. The number of patent de- vices and mechanical improvements shown was unusually large. We shall ])resent a more complete review later on. WEDNESDAY MORNING. Selection of Next Meeting Place — Nomination of Officers. Professor J. B. Norton was the first speaker on the program for the morn- ing session. His lecture was very in- structive to those interested in the "mod- ern theory and practice of plant breed- ing. On its conclusion a vote of thanks was accorded him. The audience room then rapidly filled up in anticipation of the struggle over the selection of a place for the next meeting and the nomina- tion of officers. The claims of Roches- ter, N. Y., and Montreal, Canada, were ■eloquently presented by the spokes- men, Messrs. Hart, Vick, Plumb and others for Rochester, and Gammage and Robinson for Montreal. The re- sult of the ballot was not announced till the afternoon session, when the selection of Rochester by a large ma- jority was proclaimed. J. P. Cowell, presented the name of F. R. Pierson for president, paying a well-deserved tribute to Mr. Pierson's valuable serv- ices to American horticulture in secur- ing favorable tariff rates at Washing- ton. Messrs. Gude, Vesey and O'Mara seconded the nomination, which was the only one, and insured unanimous election on the morrow for Mr. Pier- son. F. W. Vick received a similar nomination for vice-president. P. O'Mara presented the name of Harry Bunyard for secretary, W. R. Smith nominated Edwin Lonsdale, and E. G. Gillett nominated H. B. Dorner. Col. Castle presented the name of H. B. Beatty for treasurer. Judge Vesey nominated Adam Graham, but that gentleman declined most emphatically. WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON. Report of Judges. At the afternoon session the report of the judges was presented. The awards were as follows: Class A. Certificate of merit and silver medal, to H. A. Dreer for Nephrolepis Schol- zeli, and J. A. Peterson for Dracena Victoria. Certificate of merit to Thom- as Jackson for yellow Alternanthera. Honorable mention to A. C. Brown for carnation Sangamo; to F. R. Pierson for Nephrolepis Elegantissima. High- ly commended to J. McCullough &. Sons for rose President Taft. Class B. Honorable mention to B. E. Stewart for four new gladioli. Class C. Certificate of merit to W. W. Castle Co. for automatic circulator. Honorable mention to Kroeschell Bros. Co. for piping system and pipe wrench. Highly commended to Her- endeen Mfg. Co. for improved devices on Furman boiler. Class D. Certifi- cate of merit to King Construction Co. for iron frame greenhouse. Hon- orable mention to D. William Moll for ideal pipe clamp and E. H. Hunt for Delwood ware. Highly commended to King Construction Co for curved iron eaves and improved pipe hang- ers. Class E. Honorable mention to M. Rice & Co. for Etruscan gold fin- ish baskets; Schloss Bros, for new ribbons and cords: Wertheimer Bros, for waterproof chiffon, etc.: Reed and Keller for cycas leaf holders, Floren- tine bronzed baskets, vases, pedestals and brass devices. Class F. Certifi- cate to Hubert Bulb Co. for American grown bulbs. Class G. Honorable mention to Wilson Plant Oil and Fer- tilizer Co. for pot washer and tub carrier; H. F. Michell Co. for new hose mender; Adam Helm & Son for self tying rose stakes. Highly com- mended to J. McCullough & Sons for Paragon sprayer: H. F. Michell Co. for lamp for burning nikoteen. NATIONAL FLOWER SHOW. The next topic was the National Flower Show. J. C. Vaughan and W. F. Kasting rehearsed some of the feat- ures and details of management of the first show at Chicago, giving good ad- vice as to what should be done in prep- aration for the next one. F. R. Kerson reported for the show committee that of the eastern cities available for a spring show, Boston was the only one having a suitable hall and recommend- ed that Boston be selected as the loca- tion and that the last week in March, 1911, be the date. It was advised that work on the schedule be at once begun and that a guarantee fund of not less than $10,000 be raised. Twenty-two gen- tlemen immediately re.sponded with subscriptions of $100 each. The selec- tion of Boston was jubilantly approved by w. A. Manda and others, and after a number of very sanguine speeches the committee was instructed to go ahead to perfect full plans of opera- tion. Report of Committee. The committee appointed by Presi- dent Valentine to consider the time and place for holding the next Nation- al Flower Show have canvassed the matter thoroughly. The understanding of the committee was that it was gen- erally understood that the next Na- tional Flower Shov,' should be held in the East. This being so, the commit- tee assumed that it was left to them to determine in what eastern city the show should be held, although it might be questioned whether the financial outcome from such an enterprise in an eastern city would be as great as in Chicago. In the selection of possible cities, the choice was finally limited to New York, Boston and Philadelphia. Many thought that the show should be held in New York, and it would have given the members of the committee from New York great pleasure to have se- lected New York; but, unfortunately, the only building in New York large enough and suitable for the purpose, Madison Square Garden, is engaged at the only time in the spring when it is feasible to hold a spring flower show — the end of March or beginning of April — this building having been en- gaged for years at this time of the year. The committee could have ob- tained a splendid building in New York City — the Museum of Natural History — in which the American Rose Society will hold its next exhibition. This is one of the finest buildings in the City of New York, in fact, in the country; but as this building belongs to the city, it would be impossible to charge an admission fee, and without such revenue it would be impossible to provide for a premium list or to defray other expenses incident to a flower show. Therefore, this building could not be considered, although it was available. The committee then went into the question of erecting a temporary building for the purpose. This- was discussed at length, but the t-rection of a building was not thought practicable, because it would have to be heated at the time of the year when the flower show is to be held, which would add so much to the expense as to make it prohibitive. The committee understood that the general sentiment has been in favor 278 H ORTICULTURE August 21, 1909 of holding the show in the spring, at a time that will permit the exploiting and exhibiting many plants with which the public are not familiar and which will lend an added interest and charm to a show of such a national character. For this reason, the committee con- sidered the question from the stand- point of holding the show In the spring, at which time, on account of not being able to obtain a suitable building, it will be impossible to have the show in New York City. It is possible a suitable building could be seciu'ed in the fall, but the committee believed it to be desirable to hold a spring flower show. After considering the desirability of Boston, Philadelphia and New York, Boston was finally selected as the most desirable city in which to have the show. Philadelphia is out of the ques- tion, for the same reason that applies to New York, as there is no suitable building available in Philadelphia. Massachusetts Horticultural Hall in Boston is not large enough for holding a national flower show; but, fortunate- ly. Boston possesses a very fine build- ing— the Mechanics' Building — which is admirably adapted for the purpose, being large enough, and also located In the best residential section of the city and very near Horticultural Hall. Regarding the time for holding the next National Flower Show, the com- mittee recommend that it be held in the spring of 1911, which is as early as it will be possible to prepare for an exhibition of so much importance as a National Flower Show, as a great many exhibits will have to be prepared especially, and it will take at least a year to get them in shape. If the show is held in the spring of 1911, there will be ample time for preparation, but not too much. In regard to the date, the committee suggest the end of March. Easter oc- curs on April 16th in 1911, so if the exhibition is held the end of March, it will not interfere with Easter work. This will be mid-Lent, which the com- mittee consider the most favorable time of the year — if the exhibition is to be held in the spring — because more stock is available at that time, and it interferes less with the work of the men engaged along commercial lines. The committee think that every en- deavor should be made to interest the private gardeners on large estates so as to bring out as large exhibits as possible from our large private collec- tions. There should, also, be some strong original floricultural feature or features, and the flower show proper should not be encumbered with trades- men's exhibits or florists' supplies in horticultural wares. For such com- mercial exhibits a separate part of the building should be used. The work should be put in hand at once, and a schedule issued not later than the end of this year or the begin- ning of 1910. This applies particularly to a preliminary schedule in regard to plants, which should be gotten out with the least possible delay — not later than January 1st, 1910 — and it should be put in charge of either the present committee or another committee ap- pointed for this purpose. The entire work, however, should be predicated upon a sufficient guarantee fund being subscribed to carry on such an . under- taking to a successful completion; and the committee recommend that guar- antees be requested, for say, not less than $10,000, to provide for premiums and other necessary expenses incident to such an undertaking; that 25 per cent, be called for when needed, and such other installments levied from time to time as may be found neces- sary to provide sufficient funds to carry forward the work. The committee also recommend that liberal cash premiums be offered; also a series of gold, silver and bronze med- als, as well as certificates of different grades, which would be prized on ac- count of their advertising value rather than for their intrinsic merits. II gives the committee great pleasure to recommend Boston as a suitable city in which to hold the show, be- cause horticulture is there highly de- veloped and there are extensive private collections available in the immediate vicinity, which always add largely to the success of such an exhibition. F. R. PIERSON, Chairman. F. H. TRAENDLY, J. K. M. L. FARQUHAR, WILLIAM J. STEWART, EDWIN LONSDALE. ROBERT CRAIG, Committee. H. B. DORNER Secretary-elect Society American Florists. The next matter was consideration of the president's address, W. F. Kast- ing occupying the chair. Among the recommendations favorably reported and acted upon were the securing of data concerning production of florists' plants in foreign countries; the en- couragement of appropriations for floricultural work in State Experiment Stations, and the change of the by- laws providing for the election of di- rectors by the Society in place of ap- pointment by the president; also the appointment by the president and di- rectors of the secretary and treasurer. The discussion of the by-laws was a memorable one, all the old war horses of the Society being engaged in the struggle. W. R. Smith made two speeches, showing great ability and virile eloquence in favor of the change. In the matter of the proposed organi- zation of sections devoted to special subjects it was voted to constitute a committee to consider and prepare feasible plans for presentation next year. WEDNESDAY EVENING. The evening was devoted to J. Hor- ace McPai'land's illustrated lecture on "Color Photography," which in Mr. Mc- Farland's absence was delivered by his assist8,nt. Following this was the re- ception tendered to the Society mem- bers and ladies at Sinton Hotel by the Ladies' Society of American Florists. It was a charming success. Mrs. J. C. Vaughan, the president, was assisted by Mrs. Maynard, Jlis. Herr, Mrs. Pe- terson and others in receiving the .guests, after which came singing and recitations, the .singing of Miss Pearl Fulmer and the performance by the two little Poehluiann girls calling forth especial enthusiasm. The retiring president, Mrs. Vaughan, was present- ed with a beautiful cut-glass bowl, the presentation speech being made by Mrs. Herr. After these exercises, re- freshments were served. At the annual meeting of the Ladies' Society of American Florists on Wed- nesday forty-six members were pres- ent and officers were selected as fol- lows: Miss Tillie Meinhai'dt of St. Louis, president; Mrs. J. V. Phillips, Brooklyn, first vice-president; Miss Margaret Vesey, Fort Wayne, second vice-president. The present secretary, ilrs. Chas. Maynard, and treasurer, -Mrs. A. M. Herr, were re-elected. At the ladies' bowling at Heidelberg, Ky., on Wednesday afternoon, a grand time was enjoyed and the many beautiful prizes were worthily competed for. We shall publish the list of winners next week. THURSDAY MORNING. The session opened with an organ concert which was followed by the reading of Prof. Galloway's paper on "The Work of the U. S. Department ot Agriculture as Affecting Floricul- ture," by Prof. Norton. A telegram was received from Edwin Lonsdale de- clining to stand for election as secre- lary. The proposed amendment to the by- laws, increasing the cost of life mem- bei'ship to $50 was defeated after a lively debate. The recommendation to appoint a joint committee to act with a committee of the seed and nursery tiade associations on matters of mu- tual interest was favorably acted upon. On the parcels post proposition favor- able action was also taken and the Congressional bill to constitute a do- mestic parcels post was endorsed. The appropriation of $150 for the use of the Council of Horticulture was approved after a lively tilt between the advo- cates and opponents of the measure. While all this was being done, voting for officers was going on in the corri- dor, and it took the tellers a long time to make their count on the vote for secretary, which was the only office on which there was any contest, the so- ciety adjourning in the meantime until evening. At 1.40 the count was com- municated to the reporters showing that H. B. Dorner had been elected secretary by a vote of 173 to 110 for H. A. Bunyard. August 21, 1909 HORTICULTURE 277 THAT FIRST MEETING. _ (A Pnper Read Before the Society of Ameri- can Florists by E. G. Hill.) It is hard to realize that twenty-five years have passed since the organiza- tion of this society: to several of us here it seems only as yesterday since our initial meeting, though the jour- ney from 1S84 to the present time has been diversified by enough momentous incidents to convince us that it has been a full quarter century run. The central figure of that first meet- ing was our president. Mr. Thorpe; those of us who were present will never forget how Uncle John in his unconventional manner and in his own unique way presided over our de- liberations, nor can we forget his en- thusiasm, and confidence in this So- ciety; he was sure that it was a ne- cessity, and positive of its success; it is a pleasure to remember his kindly manner, his tact in disarming criticism of any violation of parlia- mentary law, his recognition of big or little who had a suggestion to offer, or an amendment to propose. We all realized that we had a thoroughly in- formed, sincere, and kind hearted man in the chair and every member pres- ent came readily and gracefully under the spell of his personality: John Thorpe had most unusual gifts of both heart and mind and at that time he was at the zenith of his power and popularity. I have surmised that the grouping together of the ex-presidents and of the original members of this Society on this occasion is to show the benefi- cent workings of Osterization could it be put into general practice: but though we sun'ivors may wear crowns of silver hair and show the markings of time upon our outer man, I trust that we can claim minds serene and unimpaired and still able to face the battles of life — and of trade— with fearless vigor. It was Arnold of Rugby who told the regents that when he failed to take the stairs three steps at a time, 'they must look about for a new head- master for the school, and though many of us who met here twenty-five years ago may not now feel like tak- ing the stairs just in that way, we can rejoice in the possession of an open mind, a determination to avoid the ruts, and a living interest in the best things in floriculture. Notwithstanding, one of the lessons that we seniors must learn and put into practice as well is the recog- nition of the fact that our sons and the younger men in the Society have rightfully assumed the positions of re- sponsibility in this organization; this is exactly as it should be; every so- ciety, every business firm, needs young blood added to keep it to its highest point of efficiency, and we elders must see to it that we do not supply more than the necessary fric- tion as the wheels go onward. To the carrying forward of the work of this Society has been given anxious thought, determined effort, unremitting toil, service unstinted and freely rendered by J. C. Vaughau, My- ron A. Hunt, Jno. N. May, Robert Craig, B. P. Critchell and others down the line. I think it right and proper that on this twenty-fifth anniversary we ren- der to the memory of Myron A. Hunt a meed of praise for the splendid ser- 'Vlce rendered the society in its or- ganization and during its earlier years. I sometimes think that we owe to Mr. Hunt quite as mucb as is our debt to Mr. Thorpe; no service was too heavy, no journey too long for him to undertake if thereby he could get assistance or recruits, or turn any seeming disaffection into loyalty; he was the wise counselor, the devoted friend of our Society, the skilful organizer, and to him was due in very large measure the pronounced success of that first meeting. Cincinnati was selected as the best place for our first meeting for two reasons, first on account of its geo- graphical position, being intermediate between the west and east, second, on account of the hearty invitation given by the members of the profes- sion in this city. How well these members acquitted themselves is greatly to their credit, for their wil- lingness to help and their cordial wel- come awakened a strong fraternal feeling which was of untold value. I shall always remember with plea- sure the arrival of the different dele- gations from the various sections of our country the night preceding the opening of our meeting; when I looked upon the faces of the men who had come up to that first ses- sion I confess I felt relieved and happy, for a great load of responsi- bility had been rolled away. The spirit of those present from every section of the country seemed to set the mark of approval upon the efforts put forth by those who had taken up the initial work of organization. If you will look over the report of the proceedings of that first meeting you will find many prophetic utter- ances regarding the future, not only of the organization but of Floricul- ture— and most of these prophecies have come to pass. The topics of the papers read on that occasion were eminently practical and of far reach- ing importance to the trade at that time. I sometimes think we fail to appreciate the tremendous power for good that this society has wielded, but Mr. Vaughan will take up that phase of the society's work, for no one is better qualified or entitled to speak on this subject than he — he has been an indefatigable worker and a tower of strength to the organization down to the present moment. The one question foremost in the early days of the society was Hail Insurance. This was a vital question ■which caused prolonged argument and discussion. The formation of the Hail Association was co-incident with the organization of the Society of American Florists, and the wisdom of its founders is best justified by a study of its finances which you will hear presented by the treasurer. We have looked in vain for many familiar faces that were present on that first occasion — they have gone on before, having served their day and generation — Myron Hunt, Peter Henderson, J. M. Jordan. Hendricks, John Henderson, Asmus, Scott, Thorpe, the list is a growing one; and though each death seemed a loss be- yond repair, the building has been so well founded that the individual stones have been replaced without impairing its strength, a fact which is the highest tribute possible to the wisdom of the founders of the S. A. F. SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTI- CULTURISTS. Registration of Odontoglossum Cris- pum. Public Jiotice is hereby given that the Julius Roehrs Company, of Ruther- ford, N. J., offer for registration the plant described below. Any person ob- jecting to the registration of this plant or to the use of the proposed name is requested to communicate with the un- dersigned at once. Failing to receive objection to the registration the same will be made three weeks from this date. Description Odontoglossum crispum — Blotched variety. Flowers pure white, well formed large lip. Petals, sepals and lips beautifully blotched claret purple extending to the extremi- ties. An exceedingly distinct fjnn of Odontoglossum crispum. Name Odontoglossum crispum, varie- ty E. B. Dane. Registration of Canna. Public notice is hereby given that Vauahan's Seed Store, of Chicago, 111., offers for registration the plant de- scribed below. Any person objecting to the re.sristration of this plant or to the use of the proposed name is re- quested to communicate with the un- dersigned at once. Failing to receive objection to the registration the same will be made three weeks from this date. Description. — Vigorous plant, foliage green, stalk and bracts brown; large flower, brilliant scarlet. Spikes numer- ous, free flowering, carrying the flow- ers well. Name.— This variety came from Vilmorin. Andrieux & Co.. Paris. France, under the name "Philadelphia" but as one Philadelphia already exists in this countrv, we have taken the lib- erty of naming this "NEW CHICAGO." W. N. RUDD, Secretary. August 13, 1909. NEW YORK TO CINCINNATI. The New York convention party was large enough to comfortably fill two special cars which, together with a special dining car, were attached to the "Second Empire" train leaving New York City at 12.40 p. m. on Monday. A. few Boston, Albany and Syracuse addi- tions were made to the party and a sood-sized delegation was taken on at Rochester, these latter occupying regu- lar sleeping car from Buffalo. There were quite a numlier of ladies and this fnct together with the influences of advancing civilization was probably resnonsible for the quiet and decorum which prevailed and which furnished material for comparisons with some of the strenuous earlier S. A. F. conven- tion trins when hilaritv untramelled reigned from start to finish. .loe Man- da and Bob Berry handled the com- missary department with consummate skill and if everybody wasn't well sup- plied with his favorite beverage it was not the fault of these two indefati.eable workers. In the party were three members who had attended the first 278 HORTICULTURE: August 21, 1909 convention — F. R. Pierson, Weathered and W. J. Stewart. A CORRECTION. In our issue of last weelc an error crept into the inscription under the portrait of John Thorpe. It was in the last form and was not discovered until several hundred sheets had beeUf run off and sent to the bindery. If any of our subscribers received the incorrect edition we shall be glad to supply them with the revised one on request. THE CINCINNATI SOUVENIR. Chairman Carmichael of the Conven- tion Souvenir committee is entitled to the sincerest congratulation upon the eminent artistic and business ability displayed in the fine volume turned out. His cleverness in 'touching" the advertising fraternity in the trade so effectively is not among the least of his triumphs. ROYAL HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY At the meeting on August 3 the fol- lowing notable orchids were exhibited: F. Sander & Sons, St. Albans, showed a small group of plants, among which I remarked Maxillaria venusta magni- fica, an almost pure white flower of large size and nodding in pose like the type; Cypripedium Martin Cahuzac- C. lo grande Charlesworthi, a flower with a white pouch, dorsal sepal of a rosy purple tint having darker lines and tessalation; Laelio-Cattleya An- tigone with a rich purple lip, and sepals and petals of a lighter tint, and three- quarters of an inch in breadth where widest; Dendrobium Sanderae, pure white in all parts of the flower except- ing the lip, which possesses five purple lines — a first-class certificate. Very beautiful was a flowering plant of Vanda coerulea var. Rex. Messrs. Stuart, Low & Co., Enfield, obtained a botanical certificate for Eria Armen- iaca, having flowers of a light buff color, produced terminally on a stout, erect stock. The firm likewise showed several singular-looking Masdevallias, Bulbophyllums and Oncidium aborti- vum. Sir J. Colraan showed a plant of Sobralia Colmanii, the flowers of which resemble in color those of Alamanda Schotti. A plant of Phains parviflorus, with small white pendant flowers ob- tained a botanical certificate. F. M. NEW BEDFORD NOTES. R. E. Nofftz has been sick, but is now about again. Mann Bros, of Randolph were visi- tors of E. H. Chaniberlain on Au- gust 15. George Borden of R. H. Woodhouse, is taking his vacation in New Hamp- shire for the rest of the month. Peter Murray of Fairhaven is put- ting up a forcing house, 22x125 ft, and also a cold storage house, 25x50 ft. for bay trees, hydrangeas and bulbs. Napoleon Lemay has planted his vio- lets in one houi=e, and will plant his whole place of 20.000 square ft. of glass THE SCIENCE OUTLOOK. (Abstract of aa Address before the Amerl cm Association of Nurserymen by Dr. I, H. Bailey, Ithaca, N. Y.) I have no "practical" message to bring to this body of nurserymen to- day. I desire rather to speak of an attitude of mind and an outlook on the world which applies to the regulation not only of the daily life of every one of us but also to our business organ- izations and procedure. There is per- haps a special reason for speaking on the science outlook to a body of nur- serymen because the nursery business is founded directly on a basis of sci- ence; by which I mean to say that the products that the nurserymen raises are secured by the application of sci- entific methods to the soil and by rational procedure in tbe propagating, breeding and handling of plants. The ntirsery business has taken on a whol- ly new character during the past twen- ty years, consequent on the applica- tion of the results secured by investi- gators in soil fertility, entomology, plant pathology and a dozen other de- partments of science. The old hap- hazard methods have largely disaii- peared and the mere rule of thumb that is not founded on reason is ranid- ly passing away. I am encouraged to take up a discussion of this nature be- cause yoti nurserymen come together on the basis of a scientific program rather than solely to do business or to provide yourselves with recreation. This year marks the celebration of the centenaries of a number of re- markable men. Amongst others, it has celebrated the one hundredth an- niversaries of the birth of Charles Parwin and Abraham Lincoln. Per- haps no two men within the past cen- tury have more exactly typified the character of our unfolding civilization than these two. We may be said to be living in a Darwin epoch in the same sense that we are asking for evidence and taking nothing for granted which is not fotinded on reason and fact; and In a Lincoln epoch in the sense that we care less for the mere forms of argument and of procedure than for the justice of the final results. We are living in a time when it is considered to be right for a man to inquire, to see Tor himself, and to draw his own conclusions; for there are many things to find out and the hi'nian mind is inquisitive. We are living in the epoch of evi- dence. News-gathering and gossiping aside, do not depend on hearsay, nor on opinion, but on the fact and the reasons. We want proof. We are asVing what truth is. and then we are not assuming that it is this or that, but are demanding the fact rather than a statement of the authority of any man. We are living in a time when we are not afraid of our own conclusions. Men have been under bondage to other men from the first. They have been under bondage to the king or ruler, to the priest, to the capitalist, to the politician, and to current public opinion. Gradually we are passing out of our bonds and becoming free. We now enjoy physical freedom; but relatively few persons In the world are really free to think as they will or to draw their own conclusions. to violets and sweet peas tor the com- ijwhile they may not know it, very few Dig .'season. Ppersons really want to know the truth. Very few, relative to the whole number, have open minds. Our conclusions should follow natur- ally as a result of a line of work; and it matters not whether anybody is pleased with them or not. An honest man can withhold nothing in the search for truth, nor color his opinions for any persons or for any benefit to himself, or detract anything except on new evidence. When he arrives at a conclusion, he speaks; and when he speaks, he stands. That is, we are beginning to think as individuals, and not as masses. We are living in a time of integrity of thought. By this I mean that we follow our thought out to its logical end, and that we do not in any way modify or shade our opinions in order to meet anybody's preconceived no- tions or to fit our ideas into the frame of thought of our time. It is the in- tention of the investigator to know no other criterion than truth. If fame attracts him to modify his opinions, he is not a scientific man. If he modi- fies or understates or overstates his conclusions because he is afraid of them, or because he desires to win favor anywhere or with anybody, then he does not have a really scientific mind and does not have integrity of thought. He does not go where the truth leads him. Darwin wrote well toward the end of his life, "I am sure that I have iiever turned one inch out of my course to gain fame." Now, if this spirit were to guide all men it would revolutionize all our busi- ness; for a large part of the business of the world is essentially morally un- honest, even though it may conform itself perfectly to the statutory law. It would also revolutionize our poli- tics, for it would take out of political operation the element oif expediency and compromise which now dominates It There is just as much need that we develop politics and government on a scientific method as that we develop chemistry, or botany, or physiology on that method. It is first necessary ac- tually to study the conditions and de- termine what are the real facts; then on these facts to establish a construc- tive procedure and to let the whole question of favor and of patronage be forgotten. Government by patronage and by influence is a phase of an un- developed society. Only as we found government on evidence and develop it in the scientific spirit can we ex- pect to have really good government, or to make the best progress in civili- zation. There is a peculiar disagreement of method in the work of many men as between their week-day attitude tow- ard the world and their Sunday atti- tude. I see this in persons who are giving their lives to scientific investi- gation. They may be good scientists In their laboratories, in the sense that they search for fact and are exceed- ingly cautious not to express even an opinion that is not founded on evi- dence, and yet when they are out of their laboratories they accept the most' Impossible reactionary dogmas and the- ories which have no foundation, so far as we can discover, in either fact or reason. I always distrust the science of such men; or at all events, a presumption is raised in my mind as to whether a man who does not have complete integrity of thought on August 21, 1909 HOKTICULTURE 279 one subject is likely also to have it on another. I recognize, ol' course, that in science and elsewhere we must accept much on faith; hut the faith should be reasonable. It is very difficult for any of us to divest ourselves of tradition and of the notions that have come with us from birth or f i oni childhood. Most of us have positive opinions on a great many subjects on which we have no real knowledge whatever. I often say to my students thai they come to college with a whole body of notions and opin- ions and that the probability is that every one of them is wrong. The larger part of the maxims and "wise saws" by which we guide our lives are probably either untrue, only partially true, or are misleading and unsafe as guides. The scientific man neyer sets out to prove anything. He starts out to find what is true. He divests himself of all preconceived notions as to what the result is to be. He merely wants to know what is the fact, and if the tact that he discovers today contradicts the fact that he discovered yesterday, or even contradicts his own public state- ment of yesterday, he is the first man to acknowledge and to publish the con- tradiction; and he finds as much satis- faction in the discovery as if he had not made an imperfect conclusion the day before. I knew an experimenter who was very much disappointed that his experiments did not prove his the- ( ry and he therefore discarded his ex- periments. It is a rare quality in a man that he is able to withhold his conclusions until he has the evidence. I am afraid that most of us draw our conclusions and afterwards begin to prove thetn. That is, we prejudge, or are controlled by prejudice. Any one who has attended courts of law will know exactly what I mean. If I read the work of Lincoln proper- ly, it is that he was interested very little in the intricacies of argument and in the mere methods of reasoning. He fell back on his native judgment of men and of affairs and on his original sense of justice and drew his conclu- sions as quickly and as directly as pos- sible. A large part of the debaters of the world are really sophists, more in- terested in the processes of their rea- soning and of their judgment and in their own performance than in the ac-n curacy of their premises, or in the final justice of their results. These remarks ought to have appli- cation to every one of us whether we are investigators or not, and whether or not we are following a business that is founded on scientific fact. Our type of mind determines our attitude tow- ard the world in which we live. There are very few of us, 1 am afraid, who have a perfectly rational and natural outlook on the world of nature. We are inclined rather to look on the forces of nature as in antagonism with us rather than to put ourselves direct- ly into line with nature and try to work with her rather than against her. It is interesting to catch this note through all the history of mankind and in our literature. The thunder, the lightning, the storm, the wind, and much else, have been thought of as forces which are by nature opposed to us and with which we must neces- sarily contend. This idea, whether consciously or unconsciously, has en- tered into our customary attitude of life and is expressed in our dogmas and in our creeds. I should liKe to do something, if I can, to enable man- kind to overcome the traditional and theological fear of nature. You, as nurserymen, are interested in country life. You desire to see it developed. The beginning of all real development is a rational outlook on the part of those who live in the open country. Country people must inter- pret nature from cause and effect, rather than by tradition, notion, or prejudice. The colleges of agriculture and experiment stations ai'e doing just this for country people. Beyond ah "practical" application of the work of these institutions is the new and open- minded attitude that they develop on all problems under discussion. They banish all guessing and all think-so. The farmer is now willing to learn and to cast old notions aside; and for this reason, the world is becoming a new* world to him and he is beginning to understand his situation. As rapidly as he understands his situation, he will master it. In a practical way, our attitude tow- ard our own health is an illustration of what I have said. Most of us seem to have an inborn fear of fresh air, for example, especially at night. We shut our doors to nature. We have lived in buildings with narrow windows and have let in the air only grudgingly. We have considered the air to be com- pounded with miasma and with all kinds of noxious attributes. It is the old idea of the antagonism of nature. We are, of course, overcoming this feel- ing of antagonism and are developing a real sympathy toward the nature in which we live; but I think that the townsman is in some ways developing more rapidly in this direction than the countryman. I am inclined to thiUK that the town boy, for example, is com- ing to be more of an outdoor boy than the farm boy is. He is likely to have better physical development, also. The farmer works out-of-doors and then too often escapes from the out-of- doors to the house and shuts himself up. I doubt whether any persons suf- fer more from lack of fresh air than many of the farmers. We seem to carry the idea that un- health is a necessary part of the order of the world. All organs tend to go - wrong and must be regulated; and, therefore, we have liver regulators, stomach regulators, nerve regulators, and the like. There are still many per- sons who look on sickness as a judg- ujent or a punishment rather than to regard it from the rational and scien- tific point of view. This notion is an expression of the idea that the world is, at best, a poor place to live in, that we are all inoculated with original sin, and that we are pilgrims doing pen- ance. Now the plain fact of the mat- ter is that it is natural to be healthy. It is natural for a fruit tree to bear: we should be careful not to put any obstacles in the way of its bearing. It is an imperative duty that we remove the obstacles to good health. This is much more important than merely to treat disease. We have developed col- leges of medicine or of disease. We shall sometime have colleges of health. J,, Our traditional idea of God as a rulerJ '' who sits on a distant throne and man-l ages the universe is another expressionj of our unsympathy with nature, be- cause we put God above, beyond and outside of nature. The modern out- look is to find God in nature. What I have been saying, applies to nurserymen and to all other persons who live in the world. We must ac- cept the natural conditions of the world as they are, and it is the part of reason to work completely in har- mony with them, because we cannot make progress or live any satisfactory life otherwise. You, as nurserymen, must go to ihe bottom of things if you are to found your business on en- during principles. You now have the right to call on the experiment sta- tions and colleges of agriculture to help you to determine the real facta. If there is San Jose scale, it is the re- sponsibility of the man who owns the property to know it, to acknowledge it, to accept the consequences, and to fight it. The presence of the San Jose scale is a fact that cannot be mini- mized or alleviated by any kind of ex- planation or by any sort of certificate. It nmst be attacked. Much has been said in the past against the tree-agent and, I am sorry to say, sometimes, against nurserymen themselves, for what were said to be dishonest prac- tices. I have no idea that such prac- tices are any more common than in other bodies of men, and we hear less about them every year; but even if there were cause for widespread com- plaint, I think that we could depend on the natural clarification of the busi- ness within a very few years, coming as the normal result of the work of scientific men on problems that modi- fy and that underlie the nursery busi- ness. It is impossible to have the spirit of truth work itself out in one part of a business without working it out in another part. I look for a rapidly growing exten- sion of all kinds of nursery business and for tbree reasons: (1) because there is an increasing love of plants and desire to have them; (2) because the business of growing plants depends so closely on the ftesults of scientific study that the business must constant- ly tend to be open, clean and honor- able; and (3) because the growing in- telligence of the people will constantly demand the best standards. If the nursery business freely avails itself of the scientific knowledge at its disposal, then it has within itself the essential elements for its self-purifica- tion and self-development. BUSINESS CHANGES. Elgin, III. — H. J. Slagle has bought the florist business of H. B. Sullivan. San Francisco, Cal. — G. Rossi & Bro. have purchased the business of Munro & Walker. Franklin, Mass. — William Stuart has given up his florist business and re- moved to Brockton. Warren, C— J. E. Walters &. Son have purchased the Gaskill green- houSes, three in number, with about 10.000 feet of glass surface. Alliance, O. — A. B. Barber of Reisch & Barlier, florists, has sold out to his l)artner and will take a position with the Jones-Russell Co. of Cleveland. Madison, O. — H. G. Taylor has pur- chased the C. Hagenburger Co. inter- lest in the Madison Greenhouses, of which he has had charge for five l/ears. 280 HORTICULTURE August 21, 1909 News of the Clubs and Societies FLORISTS' HAIL ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA. Summary of Secretary's Report for Year Ending August 1st, 1909. The 31,816,138 sijuare feet of glass insured by the 1,605 members of The Florists' Hail Association of America, are located in 40 different states and territories. The total receipts for the year end- ing Aug. 1, 1909, including last year's balance, as per Treasurer's reports, have been $49,231.05. The total expenditures, as per Treasurer's reports, have been $42,116.37. The cash balance at the close of the year is $7,114.68, of which $1,621.64 be- longs to the reserve fund, leaving $5,493.04 in the emergency fund. The amount of interest collected on Reserve Fund investments for the year is $SS1.00. The amount of interest col- lected on bank deposits for the year has been $oi5.93. Losses representing a breakage of 215,665 sq. ft. of single thick and 231,827 sq. ft. of double thick glass have been paid during the year. 1,400 losses have been adjusted since the organization of the F. H. A., in- volving a total expenditure of more than $161,000.00. The 10 per cent assessment on haz- ardous risks nettti the treasury $65.31. The estimated liabilities of the Asso- ciation are, unadjusted losses amount- ing to possibly $2,500. The reserve fund consists of $20,000.00 in securities and $1,621.64 in cash, being a total of $21,621.64. The losses paid by the Florists' Hail Association since.its organization is an Indisputable argument In favor of Hail Insurance and the fact that the exces- sive losses of the past two seasons have been paid without the levy of an extra assessment is a matter of just pride for the officials of the Associa- tion, and one for congratulation by its members. JOHN G. ESLBR, SecreUry. NEW ENGLAND DAHLIA SOCIETY. The New England Dahlia Society will give its second exhibit at Horti- cultural Hall, Boston, on September 10, 11 and 12. This year's exhibit is expected to eclipse anything of its kind ever undertaken tor the reason that all outlooks for good flowers are splendid and with the enormous increase in our society competition in all classes ought to be sharp. In connection with this exhibit we shall issue a special number of the Dahlia News which no doubt will be one of the most interesting papers ever published on this subject for it will contain articles by many promin- ent American and English writers. Germany and France will also be represented. Some of the articles will be illustrated, our first attempt in this line with the Dahlia News. MAURICE FULD, Sec'y. ST. LOUIS FLORIST CLUB. On Thursday, August 12th, the an- nual meeting of the club took place at the home of the Bentzen Floral Co. When President William Young called the meeting to order there were thirty members present incluiding several vis- itors. After all the opening proceed- ings had been disposed of and the dif- ferent committees had reported, the election of officers took place and the following was the result: President, George B. Windier; vice-president, John Connon; secretary, J. J. Beneke; treasurer, W. C. Smith* three-year term trustee, A. J. Bentzen. President Young declined the nomination, saying he did not believe in the third term. It is to be hoped that the members will assist the new officers in their efforts to arouse interest in the meetings and secure new accessions to the club. Joseph Hauser of Webster, applied for membership. The trustees were instructed to find a new location for club meetings by October. The next meeting will be held with the H. J. Weber & Sons Nursery Co. in Gardenville. The meet- ing proceeded with the question box and a general talk on carnations, roses and chrj'sauthemums followed. After adjournment Mr. Bentzen in- vited the members to look over his place, which we found in tip top shape: this ended with a flue lunch on the lawn in the rear of the house. A vote of thanks was extended to his com- pany for the afternoon's entertain- ment. BUFFALO FLORIST CLUB. At the next nieeing of the club on September 7, William Legg will read a paper on "Summer Flowers in Buf- falo Parks." This paper was booked for the August meeting but was held over on account of the small attend- ance. A full house is expected in Sep- tember. Other papers will be read at each of the coming meetings. The outdoor paper is being prepared by N. A. Adams on "The Slaughter of the Flowers." DENVER FLORISTS' CLUB. A florists' club in Denver, Colo., has been under consideration for some time and the effort bore fruit at a meeting on August 5, when 73 of the craft organized and elected J. A. Valentine president, B. E. Long vice-president, A. H. Bush secretary and John Berry treasurer. The next meeting will be on September 9. CLUB AND SOCIETY NOTES. The Lachine Horticultural Society (Can.) will hold the tenth annual ex- hibition on Aug. 26 in Town Hall. The annual flower exhibition of the Garden Club of New Canaan, Conn., will be held on the grounds of Mrs. Charles E. Diefenthaler on August 14. At the Wisconsin State Fair, to be held this fall, there will be a daily demonstration in preparing various compounds used in fighting insect pests and diseases that attack fruit and vegetables. During Recess GARDENERS' AND FLORISTS' CLUB OF BOSTON. About thirty-five members of! the club visited the nurseries of W. B. Whittier & Co. at South Framinghain, on Saturday, August 14, and were dplightfully entertained by Mr. Whit- tier and his assistants who took them through the extensive grounds, com- prising 175 acres, planted with ever- g!eens choice and rare, blue spruce in ^[ilendid condition, peonies and flower- ing stock that made one doubt it was the end of the season. A cold storage house, warranted frost proof, 60 x 150, has just been constructed. A piece of woodland is being cleared to make 1 com for a shipment of rhododendrons in addition to the large stock already carried. A recent purchase of land will give this firm a tract of 250 acres, and it was the sentiment of the visitors that it is one of the finest nurseries in New England. Refreshments were served; remarks were made by Wil- liam Downs, president of the club, T. J. Grey, Messrs. Btitterworth and Pal- mer, and fittingly responded to by Mr. Whittier. Although it was late when the party broke up several of them went on to S. J. Goddard's place where they found the violets and all the stock in the house in prime condition. Alto- gether this was one of the most enjoy- able outings the club has had. MARKET GARDENERS' ASSOCIA- TION OF BOSTON. The field day of the Market Garden- ers' Association of Boston, was held at Peddock's Island, in the harbor, on Saturday, August 14. Over 300 were Ijresent and the affair was a most bril- liant success. Alter a sumptuous din- ner the athletic games were run off, with winners as follows: — One hundred yard dash — W. E. Belle- ville. Fa,t men's race — Patrick Hurley. Sack race — W. W. Rugg. Old men's race — George D. Moore. Three-legged race — W. E. Belleville and M'. G. Waite. Running broad jump — W. E. Belle- ville. The event of the day that attracted the most attention, however, was the quoit match, doubles and singles. Long and earnestly was this match fought out. Several remarkable exhibitions of quoit throwing were made by the contestants. When George Purington, one of the most popular men in the market district, won the singles and again with E. F. Skahan won the doubles, the air was rent with cheers. A baseball game closed the day's si)orts. The committee of arrangements oon- sisted of E. F. Skahan, George Puring- loii and J. P. Esty. The committee in charge of the sports consisted of George Lovell, Fred Moore and T. F. Donahue. ALBANY (N. Y.) FLORISTS' CLUB. Over one hundred persons enjoyed the third annual outing and clam-bake held by the Albany Florists' club at Menkes Brothers' grove near Newton- ville. The day was spent in looking August 21, 1909 HORTICULTURE 281 over the new greenhouse and in sports and games. James S. Snyder of Rhinebeck, won the fat men's race and received an umbrella. The other contests were as follows: Boys' race, Herbert Kurth; tree for all, George Skinkel; ladies' race, Miss Belle Reilly; sack race, John G. Young; broad jump, and hop, skip, and jump, William Newport. A tive-I inning baseball game was played late in the evening between picked up 1 earns representing the retailers and the growers. The game resulted in a victory for the growers by a score of 6 to 5. Kurth and Butts acted as battery for the retailers, and Newport and Haggerty for the growers. J. H. Snyder was the only one to make a home run. a surprise to all as he is the fattest member of the club. The outing was held this year two weeks earlier than usual, because the club is making extensive preparations for its first flower show to be held in the state armory in November. BIG PLANT BUSINESS OF HELLER BROS. TRANSFERRED TO THE DINGEE & CONARD CO. A deal was consummated this week by wuich the live plant business of Heller Bros, was transferred to the Dingee & Conard Company of West Grove, Pa. This does not include the cut flower business, known as the South Park Floral Company. The negotiations were made by Mr. P. Joseph Lynch and several of his as- sociates, who were here several days. Mr. Lynch is the financial man and general manager of the Dingee & Con- ard Co., which is the largest mail order rose growing concern in America. It was our pleasure to meet Mr. Lynch, and he impresses one as a very live wire in any undertaking. The business would not have been sold if Herbert Heller had lived, he having had active charge of this de- partment, but Myer Heller has too many other interests to devote the time to properly carry it on. The busi- ness will remain here and be run un- der the name of Heller Bros., the new owners having purchased the entire stock and good will of Heller Bros. The glass covers an area of about forty thousand square feet. It is the purpose of the new owners to eventually make this the equal of their mammoth place at West Grove. Pa. Mr. Lynch will not move here but will make frequent visits in addition to having a competent manager.— New Castle (Indiana) Times, Aug. 14th. SASSAFRAS OFFICINALE. (Laurus Sai>afr,!s, L.) This tree, abundant in New England woods, is, our London correspondent states, rare in England and Middle European countries. He sends the fol- lowing interesting note which is worthy of attention from nurserymen and tree seed gatherers. "In the neighborhood of London, a few examples may be found— a tree 30 feet in height having a crown of 20 feet in diameter, and of perfect shape is growing at Cannizaro House, on the border of Wimbledon Common. At Guessen, in Germany, the tree when voung is affected ofttimes by hard irost. At the Botanical Garden at that place specimens were killed to the gi-ound level in the cold winter of 1879- fjifllllllPlllllllllliliilllllllllllllllliillllllllillllllllll lllllMlllllllllll llllllllU: I RHODODENDRONS, ANDROMEDAS, KALMIASl I AND SPECIMEN EVERGREENS | I JOHN WATERER & SONS, Ltd. | I AMERICAN NURSERY = I BAQSHOT - - - .- ENGLAND | gllllllllllllllllilllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllHllllillllllllllllllllllllllllilllllHlllllllllUli? American Grown Roses Fruit and Ornamental Trees, Shrubs, Small Fruits, Clematis, Evergreens. W. & T. SMITH CO. Wiite for Trade List. Box Trees Geneva. N. Y. -Ki o.h.r EVERGREENS ^ Tubs -^ Boxes Our Prices are Always Right — Catalog Free THE NEW ENGLAND NURSERIES, Inc. 80, and the mala plant was killed out- right, while the female made strong growths from the stump, out of which, a stem and crown, have developed into an example 25 feet in height and of i columnar form. "Sassafras officinale has been culti- vated in Europe since the 16th century as an extremely important medicinal subject, and it is surprising that this handsome foliage plant, on which scarcely a leaf resembles another, should not be more common in gar- dens. The difliculty in propagating must account for this; and root suck- ers rarely occur even on large ti'ees, (one is found on the Borromei Island in Ma.ggiore Lake). Seeds with vegeta- tive power, for the reason that the species is dioecious, are also rare; and American harvested seeds, as a rule have lost their vitality. It is neces- sary to gather the seeds as soon as they are ripe, enclosing them in pow- dered charcoal or dry peat, in air tight soldered tin boxes and despatch these forthwith to their destination." P. M. JARDINIERE FERNS IN BEST VARIETIES. VERY FINE STOCK. $3.50 per 100, $30.00 per 1000 ROSE HILL NURSERIES New Rochelle. N. Y. New Rochelle, N. Y. A SPECIALTY TiieDingee&ConardCo.wesM HOLLAND NURSEIUES^ Best Hardy Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Conifers, Clematis, H. P. Roses, Shrubs, and Herba- ceous Plants. PrkllU/rDVCDy Zie JaneSt.,WeehawkenHRti. . UUWLK&.LKN, F. 0. No. l,.Hobokui,N. J. OVER FIFTY ACRES IN CHOICE EVERGREENS The FraDiiughaiii Nurseries offer a large and select stock of the following varieties of EVERGREENS Abies Balsamea, Concolor, .Tod Fraseri; Junipers of various varieties; Picea Alba, Kngelmaoni. Ex- celsa, PuDgensglauca. and Pungens Kosteri; Pinus Excelsa, Mugho, and Strobus ; Pseudo-Tsuga Douglassi: Retinosporas, assorted; hardy Taxus, such as Canadensis, Cuspidata, and Brevifolia; Thuya Occidentalis, Globosa, Peabody's Golden, Pyramidalis, and Siberica; Tsuga CanadcDsis, Hemlock Spruce, a large and fine lot. We have some fine specimens of Abies concolor, Picea puDgens, and Pinus Strobus. Most of the above varieties can be safely planted from the middle of August until the middle of Sep- tember. A personal selection is always advisable. Boston and Worcester Electrics pass our grounds. ADDRESS W. R. WHITTIER & CO. South Framlngham, Mass. EMINENT NOVELTY I909 New Hardy Yellow Border Carnation "Coifttess Knuth" Splendid Lut flowers from July to November. Strong layers, $20 per 100. Vigorous cuttings, $15 per 100. Larger quantities, price on applica- tion. LILY OF THE^VALLEV PIPS Price on Application. Hjalmar Hartmann & Co. COPENHAGEN, DENMARK In writing advertisers kindly men- tion HORTICULTURE. 282 HORTICULTURE August 21, 1909 Seed Trade AMERICAN SEED TRADE ASSO- CIATION. Preslilcnt, J. C. EoblDson, Waterloo, Neb.; First Vice-President, M. H. Duryea, New York; Second Vice-President, F. W. Holglano, Wasbiugton, D. C: Secretary- Treasurer. C. K. Kendel, Cleveland, Ohio; Assistant Secretary, Leonard U. Vaughan, Chicago. WHOLESALE SEEDSMEN'S LEAGUE. F. W. Bniggerhof, Prea.; Burnet Land- reib. See'y. The Effect of Recent Rain on Crops. At last the protracted drought has been effectively broken, but too late to beiielit many crops. The rain of the early part of this week was a real .soaker, extending over nearly 48 hours. As a lule it came down gently, and was eagerly drank by the thirsty earth. It will do corn much good, and par- ticularly late vai-ieties, but a warm, late fall will be required to mature the crop, which at best will be light in the east. In some sections it may prove of more Injury than benefit. Onions, which had as a rule matured, may start a second growth, making them soft and poor keepers. A report that there will be a bumper crop of onions hardly seenisi justified under existing conditions. As a rule ihe bulbs will Ije small, and probably Ibis fact will luilitate against the price, anil growers will not realize as much for the crop as though they were of larger size, while the net yield will no doubt be smaller. At this writing it is not known how extended the rain has been, but within its area the sowing of fall crops has been made much easier, and the acre- age is likely to be much larger than a year a.e:o and especially of winter giains. Shortage in Pea Crop a Certainty. The predicted heavy shortage in the pea crop becomes more a certainty every day, and as the season advances, any lingering hopes that conditions might not be as bad as represented are fading before sad realities. Verily the path of the pea and bean grower is be- set with thorns, for what with the grumblings of his customers and the deep discontent of the farmers as a result of repeated crop disappoint- ments, he is himself an unhappy, dis- apiiointed num. It is a foregone con- clusion that Ihe farmers will demand moie money for next year's crop, and it will be harder than ever to secure acreage, while the seedsmen and can- ners will balk most determinedly against any advance in prices. Lo, the poor seed grower'. He goeth forth in the winter to seek for orders, and gathereth a goodly sheaf by the spring- time, when he becometh exceeding light of heart and very chesty, but ere the sere and yellow leaf of autumn, he is much cast down and sigheth for the simple life or a lodge in some vast wilderness. And his troubles have just commenced. GIANT PRIZE PANSY SEED Our Giant Strain of Pansies should not be compared with the ordinary Giant Grlm- ardeau, as the seed we offer will produce Uowers of much heavier texture. (I2. i Trade Pkt. Oz. SxmO Peacock .50 S4.00 3.00 snow i>ueen .40 2 OO SS.OO I Stripeu and nottled .40 2 00 2.00 I White with Eye .40 a.OO a.OO j Pure \ellow .40 «.«» a.OO 1 Yellow with Kye .40 '4.00 Micheirs (Jiant Exhibition canout be excelled lor large size, heavy texture and beautitul colors. Trade pkt. 50': ; 75c per ' oz.; per oz. 4)5. ^o. Write for our Midsummer Wholesale Catalogue. Heniy F. Michell Co., i"'* m^'^" s'.. Philadelphia, Pa. Trade Pkt .40 Kinperor William... .40 UorteiiBia Ked .40 King ut the Blacks.. .40 Lord lieaconstield . . . .40 CALIFORNIA GARDENERS RE- PUDIATE THE "WIZARD." The following resolution was unani- mously adopted by the Pasadena Gar- deners' Association at a recent meet- ing: "Be it resolved, that the Pasadena Gardeners' association hereby strongly couilciiiiis the uature-l'aliiug methods and the exploitations of alleged but fal.se new creations by Luther P.uruauk, and ileplores the fact tiiat a ftilse impressiun has bt'cn given the public concerning plant breeding by Burbanii. It is the sense of this asso- ciation that this imnressl'ou should be corrected." The meeting was held in the as- sembly room of the Pasadena board of trade, and about one hundred garden- ers and florists were present. It was attended not only by members of the association, but a large delegation from the Los Angeles florists' organization, some of whom took part in the dis- cussion. The discussion occupied the entire evening, and the feature of it was a report made by a personal repre- sentative of the Southern California florists and gardeners who was recent- ly sent to Santa Rosa to investigate Burbank and his claims. We thought it would come to this in due time. Where a man feeds on flattery from irresponsible and ignor- ant sources and studiously ignores those whose knowledge and experience qualifies them to judge of his achieve- ments, accepting silly public adulation for unproven merit, without protest, he has nobody to blame but himself when exposure and disgrace come, as they inevitably must in these days of en- lightened publicity. Then, all the things that he may have creditably ac- complished must suffer in the sweep- ing condemnation which is sui-e to follow. CATALOGUES RECEIVED. Wm. Elliott & Sons, New York.— Midseason list of Pot Grown Straw- berry and ■\'egetable Plants. T. C Thurlow & Co., Cherry Hill Nurseries, West Newbury, Mass.— Wholesale List of Select Peonies, Iris and Phlox with Cultural Dii-ections. THE STALK BORER. A rhubarb stalk was sent to the Divi- sion of Zoology of the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture for exami- nation, and Professor H. A. Surface, the State Zoologist, found it infestea by the insect known as the Stalk Borer Wapitiin iiKt iiiltliij- In sending a re- port concerning this pest to tne per- son from whom the specimen plant was received. Professor Surface said: "This is a very curious pest because it bores in the stalks of many kinds of cultivated plants; likewise into other plants, as well as weeds, large enough to nourish it. I note with interest that you found it boring in corn stalks. It is destructive to potatoes and toma- toes, and to the stalks of many kinds of flowering plants, but I havei not be- fore found it in the rhubarb. "I do not believe that you will con- tinue to find it becoming a serious pest on the farm if you will follow the di- rections given below. You cannot kill It after it once attacks the plant, and save the infested stalk, because it bores in the inside and the remedies usually employed for insects will not reach it. Therefore, it must be destroyed, or pie- vented, by the following means: (1) Mow all weeds, of whatever kinds, that have stems large enough for the borer to enter. Do this at least once every six weeks. (2) Gather and burn all infested stalks, or parts of cultivated plants, as soon as the borers are seen. (3) As soon as potatoes are removed from the ground rake the vines to- gether and burn them immediately. Do not wait for the vines to become di-y, but throw them on a hot brush fire at once. (4) Likewise, destroy tomato vines as soon as possible after the crop is feathered, and in fact other plants where this can be done. (5) Rotate, or change, crops, so that the same kind of crop does not grow many years in succession on the same ground." Stuart Low & Co. report that al- though they have experienced an ab- normally wet and cold season, cycla- men and schizanthus seed are average crops. The only novelty in the cycla- men way this year is Salmon Pioneer, of the crested tribe, a soft salmon not so intense in color as Low's Salmon King, and which is a useful addition to this class. New Spawn 100 lbs. $7.00 Including our Treatise How to Spawn A Bed Successfully. W. ELLIOTT & SONS, NEW YORK August 21, 1909 CYCLAMEN NEW CROP FARQOHAR'S GIANT STRAIN Is UNEXCELLED for size and profusion of bloom To obtain lari^e flowering plants for Thanksgiving and Christmas 1910, seeds should be sown now. Giant Crimson Giant Blood Red Giant Salmon Giant Pink Giant Excelsior, White with claret liase Giant White Picturatum.datbl's^ Price per 1000 seeds, $10.00 100 seeds, $1.00 R. &J. FARQUHAR & CO. 6 & 7 So. Market St., Boston, Mass. HORTICULTURE r 883 MY GIANT CYCLAMEN are ahesi! in Growth and Flowers. Bloodred, Carmine. Daybreak, Lilac, Pink, Pure White, White carmine eyed, each separate Tr. Pkt. $i.oo, icon Seeds $6.00. Above even mixed Tr. Pkt. 75c, 1000 Seeds $5.03. For larger quantities, special quOLatioo. O. V. ZANCEN, Seedsman, HOBOKEN, N.J. CABKAGK. Succession, Flat Dutch and Savoy* $1.00 per looo. $8,50 per to,ooo. CELERY. White Plume and Golden Self Blanchinc. $1.00 per looj. $8.50 per $13,000. PARSLEY. 35 cts. per loo. $1.25 per 1000. Cash with Order R. VINCENT, JR., & SONS CO. White Marsh, Md. Custom House Broker and Forwarder Special attention, prompt and careful forwarding of plants, bulbs, etc. to all parts of the country. Fred k H. Griffin, '^l^^r^^tk, USEFUL BOOKS. We can supply the following books, postpaid, at the prices listed: — The American Carnation. C. W. Ward. Price. $3.50 Chrysanthemum Manual. Smith. Price, 40 cents. The Chrysanthemum. Herrington. Price, 50 cents. Manual of the Trees of North Amer- ica. C. S. Sargent. Price, $6.00. Soils: How to Handle and Improve Them. S. W. Fletcher. Price, $2.20. PEACOCK'S CELEBRATED " NEW DAHLIAS JACK ROSE and other cut flower sorts. SEND FOR CATALOG. Peacock Dahlia Farms Winiamstown Junction, N.J. GIGANTIC PANSIES n can only be produced from the Giant Strains. Oar CHAttENGE PANS\ seed contains only the giant self color.s, the giant striped aiirt variegated and the giant blotched, all rarefuUy mixed in proportion. You could not buy better seed if you paid SIOO.OO per onnce. Pansy— Boddington's Challenge Trade pkt. ' » nz. Ho?.. « oz. ^ J I^X 50c 75c $1.50 $2.75 $5.00 We also offer pansy si-ed in s(•p,^fate colors. Write fur special price and catali.gue. ARTHUR T.BODDINGTON, Seedsman, c .•U2 West 14tli St., New York City LEONARD SEED CO. CONTRACT GROWERS AND WHOLESALE DEALERS BEAHS, PEAS, SWEET CORN, ONION, GARDEN SEEDS ONION SETS FLOWER SKEDS Get Our Prices 79 and 81 E. KINZIE STREET, CHICAGO C. C. MORSE & CO-SarpVanXcorCal. Onion, Lettuce, Sweet Peas "L California Specialties FRANCIS BRILL ChoiceSeeds GROWER and DEALER HEMPSTEAD LI., NEW YORK ESTABLISHED I802 LILIUM HARRISII True stocit from most reliable growers PURITY FREESIA SEND FOR COPY OF OUR WHOLESALE BULB CATALOQUE NOW READY J. M. THORBURN & CO. 33 Barclay Street NEW YORK O I« D K I« IV O >2V French and Dutch Bulbs FOR FALL SHIPIWENT Wholesale Price List mailed to Florists on application. Joseph Breck & Sons Cory. tr-54 HO. HARKET ST., BOSTOR, MAK. Burpee's Seeds PHILADELPHIA Ust of Wholesale Prkes te those who plant tor For Gardeners, Truckersand plant Growers Long Island Cabbage Seed, Cauliflower, Egg, Pepper, Tomato, Etc. Price Lists Free Quality Finest Wholesale and Retail NEW PRICE LIST of my celebrated winter flowering Sweet I>oa ^^eed Is being mailed. If you liave not received a copy please send for one. New crop of seed will be ready around July 15th next. ANT. C. ZVOLANEK Bound Brook, - - - New Jersey BERMUDA LILIES Harrlsii and Longiflorum. Selected. Lillum Longiflorum Oiganteum C. S. by the case of 300. THOMAS J. GREY CO. 32 Sou'h Market Street, Boston, Mass. mNClTANDWrClTBULBS Columbia Farm Harrisii Fischers Purity Freesias Send for trade list. Schlegel & Foiiler Co. 24 fc 27 So. Market St.. BOSTON. MASS. Ward^sTJiy^uTbs Not how cheap, but how good. Ralph M. Ward & Co. 12 W. Broadway, Kew York BRIDGIEMANS SEED WAREHOUSE RICKARDS BROS. Props. 17 Eist lath St., - HEW YORK CITY 284 HORTICULTURi: August 21, 1909 JOHN BREITMEYER'S ^=SONS=— Cor. Miami and Qratiot Aves. DETROIT, MICH. Artistic Designs . . . Higli Grade Gut Blooms We cover all Michig&n points and good sections of Ohio, Indiana and Canada. WILLIAM J. SMYTH FLORIST Cor. MlcMgan Ave, and 3 1st St.. CHICAGO We ship to all points in Illinois and Iowa. Phones: Douglas 744, Douglas 523, Douglas 740 THE FLORIST HAUSWIRTH Out of Town orders lor Hospitals Carefully filled. 232 Michigan Ave. CHICAGO AUDITORIUM ANNEX Tel. Harrison S8S SAMUEL MURRAY Florist Coates House Conservatory^ lOir BROADWAY, KANSAS CITY, MO. Both 'Phones 2670 Main. WASHINGTON. D. C. 6UTC BBOft^ca If I I r\ p S TLORlSTa V* \U L-/ 1-* ^^ I aj4 r ST. KW The Far-Famed Flowers of TORONTO Delivered on mail or telej^raph unler for any oeeasiuii, iu uuy part uf the Uomiuiou, JOHN H. DUNLOP, ee Yonse St., Toronto. Ont, Tiie Park Floral Co. J. A. VALENTINE, Pres. DENVER, COLORADO WILLIAM L. ROCK FLOWER CO. KANSAS CITY, - MO. will carefully execnte orders for Kansas City and any town in Missouri or Kansas. NEW YORK, BOSTON, PHILADELPHIA TAKE CARE OF OCEAN STEAHERS Can LieliverVto TT~ LAKE STEAHERS NORTHWEST 'and NORTHLA^D W.J. Palmer &Son, 304 Hain St., BuHalo, NY Of Interest to Retail Florists Des Moines, la. — A new plate glass front is going in at Lozier's east side store. Cedar Rapids, la. — J. E. Lapes will open a store in the Boyson Pliarmacy Sept. 1. Buffalo, N. Y. — Worli on the store of C. E. Schoenhut, at 352 William street, is under way. Des Moines, la. — The Guthrie & Lo- renz Co. has moved to the corner of Grand avenue and 7th street, where they have double their former space. Indianapolis, Ind. — The finest speed- way in the country has been completed in this city at a cost of $2.50,000. A miniature reproduction proved a popu- lar attraction in the window of Berter- mann Bros. Co. ^, STEAMER DEPARTURES I Allan. LKuronti.m, Boston Glasgow. Sopt. ^. American. St. r.nnis:. N. Y.-S'ampt .\nierika. N. \'. -Hamburg. .. .Aug. 2.8 Holland-America. New Amsfd'm. N. Y.-Rot'm.Aug. 24 (J Potsdam, N. Y. .Rotterdam. . .Aug. 31 ffi Leyland Line. (^ (Canadian, Boston-Liverpool. .Sept. 1 & North German Lloyd. gj Wm. derGrosso, N. Y'.-Bre'n. Aug. 24 W Fr. der Grosse. N. Y'.-Bre'n. Aug. 2ti >j) Pr. Irene, N. Y.-Medfn Pts. .Aug. 28 g) White Star. gj Majestic, N. Y.-S'ampton Aug. 2.5 A - reltic, N. Y. -Liverpool Aug. 28 fLaurentlc, Montreal-Liverp'l. Aug. 28 INCORPORATED. Broolawrence Cotter, the superintendent, is one of the busiest of men these days. Two hundred and fifty thousand feet of pecky cypress have been used so far this season. Forty Italians and seven double teams have been at work continuously since the first of May, emptying and filling benches. Up to .July 271 h, 50.000 young roses had been I)lanted; 35,000 carnations, and 25,000 cln-ysanthemums. There are 130,000 carnations in the field, 90,000 of which will be planted indoors, G. C. W. ALEX. MeCONNELL 571 FIFTH AVENUE NEW YORK CITY Telegraphic orders forwarded to any part of the United States, C«na- and inspection at the port of Honolulu. He will assume his new duties October 1. Arthur T. Herrington, who has hitherto held the position of manager of Florham Farms park and commer- cial greenhouses, has been appointed landscape architect for the park, a position which he is eminently fitted to fill. We understand that the im- provements contemplated by Mr. Her- rington will place Florham in the highest rank among the notable estates of this country. Sunday gardening on "allotments" has been prohibited by vote of the Urban Council at Tunbridge, England. There are of course, two sides to such questions but local public opinion is usually a better controller than enact- ments. Caring for the welfare of plants and trees does not greatly differ from similar attention given to ani- mals and comes much closer to the classification of "necessary labor" than many things which are universally ap- proved of on "the Lord's day'' through- out the civilized world. THE BEST LETTERS FORI] FLORISTS' USE Boston Florist Letter Go. 66 FEARI, ST., BOSTON N. F. McCaktmv, Mgr. Order direct or buy from your local lapplr dealer. Iniiit on bayiuK the BOSTON Inscriptions, Emblems, etc.. Always in Stock 'FLOWERS BY TELEGRAPH." Leading Retail Florists Listed by Towns for Ready Reference. Br^ad^Yf. ^"'"-P"'' Floral Co.. 1706 WashlD^oD D. C— Gnde Broe., 1214 F St. B.Pok'nX^'^gl^afe. ^""'"^'^ ^°" ^«^^-»» Fo'ifrth'* Ave ^^—^'^'^"^ Schnlz, 650 South Boston— Tbos. F. Galvln, 124 Tremont St. Boston— Edward MacMulkln, 194 BoyI- 8tOD St. ^^ Boston--Hoffman, Florist, 59.61 Maau- ehusetts Ave. ""a^" Boston — J. Newman & Sons, Inc., 24 Tn- monc St. Boston -Jnllos A. ZInn, 2 Beacon St. Welle.sley, Mass.— Tallbj. Detroit, Mich.— J. Breitmeyer's Soiu. Miami and Gratiot Aves Brfadway"'^' '^o— S^^uel Murray. lOTl Co'!%"m'wafnnfsr'^"- ^ «°"'' ^"^'^ ^^Albany, N. Y.— H. G. Eyres, 11 N. Pearl ^Albany, N. Y.— F. A. Danker, 40 Maiden o,?/'^ York- David Clarke's Sons, 2139- 2141 Broadway. •.»"»- New York— Alex. McConnell. 571 5tli Ave. New York— Young & Nugent, 42 W. 28tJ» ot. Brooklyn N. Y.— Robert G. WUson, BHiI- ton St. and Greene Ave. Bnffalo, N. Y.— Palmer's, 304 Main St Montreal, Can.— P. McKenna & Son. St Catherine and Gay Sts. Toronto, Can.— J. H. Dnnlop, 96 Yonge St In orderir.j| goods pleaM add "I mw It In HORTICULTURE" N. E. FLOWER DELIVERIES Send flower orders for delivery in Boston and all New England points to THOS. F. GALVIN 124 Tremont St., Boston TRANSFER ^ our orders for fiowcr or plant deliv- ery in Eastern New England to JULIUS A. ZINN 2 Beacon St., Boston WELLESLEY COLLEGE Oana H«U, Walnut Hill and Rockrtdn Hall School.. TAILBY,Welle8ley, Ma««, Tel. Wellesley 44.1 and s. Night 44-j. 286 HORTICULTURE August 21, 1909 50,000 CARNATION PLANTS PINK WHITE MISC. Winsor £nohantree8 Rose Pink Enchantreee Afterglow Aristocrat Juoste Sarah Hill Perfection Lady Bountiful <>ueen (Jueen Louise Boston Market Lt. Peary Beacon, red H. Fenn* crimson Harlowarden Irene, yellow Red Seedling We guarantee plants to give satisfaction. Prices on request. LEO NtESSEN GO. 1209 Arch Street, - - PHILADELPHIA nlllimilllllllllllllllllllllilllllllllllllllllllllllliiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiit? il 50,000 CARNATION PLANTS i I uim U«««m ««« 0 P« 1^ I L. ...„ ... i i wm. Hagemann & uo. i S Winsor Sarah Hill Beacon, red — S ^^ S Hudson Terminal Bldg;. New York N. Y. :iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiinT Daily Supplies of the best the Season affords. W.E.McKISSICK&BROS.,^F?o»^!l?i' 1619-1621 Ranstead St., Phlladelplila -< / . \ f CUT FLOWER BOXES EDWARDS FOJ.DING BOX CO - MANUFACTURERS PHILADELPHIA, PA. 4 \ . V / / k CHAS. f . McKELLAR 51 WABASH AVE., CHICAGO Western Headquarters for Choice Orchids Valley, Roses and all Cut Flowers PETER REINBERQ WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS 51 Wabash Av., Chicago, 111. Long Distance Phone, Central 6004 WINTERSON'S SEED STORE 45-47-49 Wabaih Ave., Chicago. Seedsmen, Plantsmen, Nurserymen Florists' Supplies We nan suppiv evprythiiig used by the I'-loiist. SUrri.Y TATALOG FliEE. Cor- respuiHieiife solicited. POENLMANN RROS. GO. 33-35-37 Randolph St., • CHICAGO CUT FLOWERS Greenhouses, - Morton Grove. IIL Rice BrotKers 115 N. 6tb Street, HINNEAPOLIS, fllNN. WHOLESALE FLORISTS and SUPPLIES CUT FLOWERS received twice daily, and c»n fill E'OT orders to jrouj satis^ction, A cemplete line of ■rtJr Greens — WILD SMILAX, BOXWOOD, HARDY FANCY FERNS, GALAX LEAVES. Write (or quotations on large quantities. In ordering goods pieaae add "I saw It In HORTICULTURE." WELCH BROS. AMERICAN BEAUTY, KILLARNEY, RICHHOND, HARYLAND AND ALL THE SUPERIOR ROSES, LILY OF THE VALLEY, CARNATIONS, ORCHIDS 226 Devonshire Street, Boston, Mass. WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKETS— "^'^ """^^^S'Eit^Rs only CHKA&O Aug. 15 I Twur ariss i I Aug. 16 I pmLA. Aug. 16 BOSTOV Aug. 18 ROSSS Am. Beauty, Fancy and Special. .35.00 to Extra - jzo 00 " No. I |i5-oo to " Lomrer grades | 5.00 to iWde/Maid, Chatenay, F. & S.... 5.00 to •' " Lower grades 3.00 to KIHaniey, Fan. & Sp 5.00 to " Lower grades 3.00 to Ricfamood, Fancy & Special. ..... 5.00 to " Lower grades 3.00 to My Maryland, Kaiserin 5.00 to OAJ9NATIONS I 1.00 MISCBLt-ANEOUS Gladioli ! 3.00 to Asters j 1,00 to Cattteyas U5.00 to Lilies I 800 to L^ « ,25 to Gardenias | to Ao 4.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 10.00 6.00 3.00 50,00 10.00 3.00 S.oc .50 I. CO la.oo 50.00 20.00 20.00 15.00 12. 0« 4.00 2.00 4.00 Z.OO 5.00 3.00 25.00 20.00 15.00 10.00 6.00 4.00 7.00 4.00 8.00 5.00 to to to 3. CO 1. 00 40.00 10.00 3.00 2.CO .40 to to .75 to 10.00 to 35.00 to 35.00 to 5.00 2.00 50.00 12.50 4.00 3.00 .50 30.00 I. DO 15. CO 50.00 50 00 20.00 12.50 S.oo 4.00 4.C0 2.00 4.00 2.00 4.00 2.00 6.00 2.00 .50 12.50 2.00 1. 00 12.50 35.00 25.00 35.00 15.00 10 00 5.00 5.00 3.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 1.00 8.00 5.00 2.00 75.00 15. CO 4.00 1. 00 50 20.00 1.50 15.00 50.00 50.00 so. 00 19.00 4.00 2.00 3-O0 .25 6.0a ■25 4.00 ■95 .50 to 25.00 3.00 6 00 1. 00 8.o« .50 to 2 00 ■ 15 30.00 8.00 1. 00 1. 00 •05 8.00 ■ 75 10.00 95.00 15^00 6 00 •75 4O.*0 IO.«0 3.oe a.oo .so 90.«« 1.35 13.0« 50.0a •J.tO J.a.BDOL©NG 37-39 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. -CUT FLOWERS Boses and Oamatlons WHOLESALE GROWER Henry M. Robinson J. Margolis Chas. Robinson I HENRY M. ROBINSON & CO. I WHOLESALE COMMISSION DEALERS IN CUT FLOWERS -FLORISTS' SUPPLIES AND HARDY CUT EVERGREENS 15 PROVINCE ST., 9 CHAPMAN PLACE I '"''^2?l7^26r8'"MA^N°°" BOSTON, MASS. I FLORISTS' SUPPLIES Sand for New Oatalogua H. Bayersdorfer & Co. 1129 ARCH ST., PHILADELPHIA. Prices Quoted in these Columns are for Dealers Only When Writine; to Advertisers Please Mention HORTICULTURE. August 21, 1909 HORTICULTURE, 287 Flower Market Reports. The severe storm the BOSTON first few days of the week has had quite an effect upon the market, and as a re- sult both asters and sweet peas have suffered. American Beauties have a fair demand and the supply is good. There is a shortage of white roses and what few are seen in the market are short stemmed and of little value. Gladioli are plentiful. The past week trade BUFFALO had not improved ovei previous weeks. Satur- day being "clean up day" the abun- dance of stock which was figured to be sold still remained with the whole- saler, especially roses of ordinary qual- ity. The early aster crop is about over and those that were had the past week have been short stems and small blooms, but any select stock was picked up quickly. Mixed varieties of gladioli are also plentiful, a good por- tion being carried along. In the rose line there is much to be said. The severe hot spell brought shipments of White Killarney, pink KiUarney, Kais- erin, Richmond, Detroit and others in full open condition with very weak de- mand. Beauties have had a better call and have sold exceedingly well. There are plenty of all kind of lilies, also smilax, adiantum, asparagus and ferns, nothing short in this line. At no time of this year CHICAGO has the market appar- ently been duller than at the beginning of the last half of August. Carnations are still an un- known quantity. Asters might almost as well be, and there is little hope for any belter stock from the late aster plants because the early drouth stunt- ed ihe growth. Roses are gaining. The two summer favorites, Kaiserin and Killarney, are fair both in quality and quantity and Maryland is also fairly good. Beauties are gaining, but there is not a heavy demand at pres- ent. The dull season is at its dullest, -and an unusual number of florists are taking advantage of it to be off on a vacation trip. Some really good gladi- oli are in the market but find slow sale The market is with- NEW YORK out feature; dullness prevails. A more than ample supply of asters makes clearances difficult. There are nearly all vaiieties of roses to be had and some of very good quality; but the bulk are short stems or mildewed and these bring but a trifle. Of carnations only a limited number are received and these do not move rapidly every day. Lilies are in good supply and outdoor stock generally is having a hard time of it for there is much of it. Orchids and gardenias are light in supply. Market again PHILADELPHIA glutted last week with an exuber- ance of flowers. The worst offenders JAl,\' were asters and gladioli. Asters remained very poor quality, but the later varie- ties are now com- mencing to ar- rive, and, with the recent rains, things will soon be much better with this crop. Roses generally were too plenti- ful with the ex- ception of Amer- ican Beauty. The flowei s of the latter are rather small but other- wise good; ex- cellent as to col- or and foliage. Killarney sold better, although there are a great many shorts com- ing in that have to be sold cheap. Kaiserin is still the leading white rose but there are a few nice Brides arriving. Carnations re- main scarce and of poor qualit>-. Lily of the val- ley is good and cleans up to sup- ply limit. Not enough orchids for the demand. Gardenias are improving right along. All kinds of greens far too plentiful. The long drought WASHINGTON (said by wiseacres to be the worst in seventeen years) has finally been brok- en by several showers, but not enough rain has fallen to relieve the situation materially, though vegetation has been FIELD GROWN Carnation Plants We offer, subject to prior sale, the following: These are extra strong, healthy plants, the product of the most successful Eastern Growers, stock that has been carefully selected and handled under the best possible methods, thus insuring results that will place the plants in our customers' hands in the very best condition. PRESIDENT SEEL YE AFTERGLOW BEACON WHITE PERFECTION SPLENDOR CARNEGIE LLOYD MRS. LAWSON ENCHANTRESS VARIEGATED LAWSON WHITE LAWSON LADY BOUNTIFUL WINONA WINSOR $8.00 per hundred, $75.00 per thousand PROSPECTOR I GENEVIEVE LORD QUEEN LOUISE JESSICA RED SPORT I MRS. PATTEN $6.00 per hundred, $50.00 per thousand. HARLOWARDEN ROOSEVELT ELDORADO $4.00 per hundred. SARAH HILL, $12M per hundred. S. S. PENNOCK - MEEHAN GO. The »'pro'if,l*T^' Philadelphia 1608-1620 Ludlow Street Store closes 6 p. m. Washington Store, 1212 New York Ave. much refreshed. Most of the flor- ists are about through planting their houses in which they have been de- layed by the baked condition of the earth. All classes of flowers are un- usually scarce, and it is not thought that the situation will be materially relieved until after the late asters and the dahlias come in. Pond lilies are- becoming quite scarce. WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKETS.- PBR too. "TO D^ALBRS ONLY. CW0V4NATI Aug. i6 DBIWIT Aug. i6 aUPFALO Aug. i6 Roses Am-. Beauty, Fan. and Sp. 30.00 " Extra 15.00 " No. I ; 8.0a '* Lower grades 4.00 Bride, 'Maid, Chatcnay. F. & S *' " Low.gr .., Killarney, Fan. &Sp , " Lower grades ■■...., RiduDond, Fancy & Special.... " Lower grades , 3.00 My Maryland, Kaiserin 3.00 3.00 4.00 3.00 6.00 CARNATIONS i.oo MiSCELLANBOUS Gladioli Asters GatiteyM Lilies. ..•■..• Uly of the Valley.. Mignonette Sweet Peas Gardenias AtfkaMum lailax Acpara^s Ptumosua, itrloffs (loo) 2.00 to 1.00 to 10 25.00 ao.oo 12.00 6 00 6.00 4.00 ft. 00 4.00 8.00 4.00 5.00 4.00 >.oo 10. GO to 13,00 to 4.00 to .. •35 to .50 to & Spren. (100 bchs.) ! ao.oo to tm I.oo 10.00 to 12,00 50.00 30.00 30.00 15.00 10.00 4.00 4.00 2.00 4.00 3.0c 4.00 2.00 25.00 18-0C I "I.oo 8.00 6.00 4.00 6-00 4.00 6.00 4.00 .75 to i.5« 3.00 to .£0 to 35.00 to 1 3. 5* to 3.00 to .50 to ■ *5 to 30.00 to 15.00 30.00 30,00 6.00 1.50 50.00 13.00 4.00 I.oo ■50 30.00 1.50 20 00 50.00 50.00 ao.oo 15.00 5X)0 3. 00 5.00 4.00 5.00 2.00 5.00 3.00 25.00 ao.oo 10.00 4.00 6.00 5.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 3. 00 •50 40.00 8.00 3.00 • 50 to • 50 to to.oo to .50 to .... to to to 40.00 40.00 4.00 9.00 50.00 13. 00 4.00 I.OO I.oo 30.00 1.00 I5.fx> 50.00 50.00 1 PITT8BUM 1 Aug . 10 20.00 M 3;.oa 12.50 n 15.00 6.00 «o lO.M 2.00 to 4.00 ts 6.M 3. 00 IS 4.ac 6.00 M S.oo 300 >m 4 B* 6.00 t» i.n 3.00 to 4.— 4.00 to 8.00 M 1.50 t.OO la 4.00 ■50 to I.M to 75" lO.OO M I3.0O 3.00 IS 4.M ■i' to I.OO •»5 to ■SO 30.00 to •S.oo to t.I] to iS.to 30.00 to 50.»« 30.00 to 5».«» 288 HORTICULTURi: August 21, 1909 FORD BROTHERS 48 West 28th Street NEW YORK f A Full Line of All CUT FLOWERS Telephone, 3870 or 38T1 Madison Square H. E. FROMENT Wholesale Commission Florist, Choice Cut Flowers, 57 West 28th St. :: NEW YORK Telephones: 2200, 2201, Madison Square. Alfred H. Langjahr All choice cut-flowers in season. Send for quotations. Correspondence with shippers of first-class stock invited. 55 West 28th Street. New York Telephonefl 4626-4627 MadlsoD Square Edward C. Horan Wholesale Florist 55 WEST 28th ST. Tel. \*fj Madison Square NCW YOrfc PHILIP F, KESSLER 55 & 5? W. 26th St., New York. CUT FLOWERS WHOLESALE Open from 5 a. m. to 6 p. m. Sunday till 10 a. m. FINEST LILIES IN THE MARKET. Tel. 5243 and 2921 Madison Square. JOHN YOUNG WHOLESALE FLORIST Finest American Beauties and Carnations 5 1 West 28 St. - NEW YORK FRANK MILLANG Wholesale Florist 55-57 West 26th St., NEW YORK Shipmenti9, any quantity, Whole- gale Market Rates. Greater Ne-w YorK Florists* Association, Inc. Now Open for Gut Flower Consignments 162 Livingston Street, BROOKLYN, N. Y. Geo. W. Crswbuck Teleplione Connection Manager 3642-43 Main Moore, Hentz & Nash Wholesale Commission Florists 55 and 57 West 26th Street New York Telephone No. 756 Madison Square MILLANG BROS. WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS 41 West 28th Street NEW YORK Telephones \\^^ Madison JOHN I. RAYNOR Wholesale Commission Florist SELLING AGENT FOR LARGEST GROWERS A full line of Choice Cut Flower Stock for all purposes. Comprises every variety grown for New York market, at current prices 49 West 28th St. 1998 HADISON SQUARE New York City \ Walter F. Gheridan Wholesale CommisBion Dealer in CHOICE CUT FLOWERS 39 West 28th Strttt, New York ' Telephone : 3532-35.^3 Madison Squar* HEADQUARTERS FOR NOVELTIES ORCHIDS A SPECIALtY THK HIGHEST GRADE OF VALLEY ^^'o WAYS ON HAND GARDENIAS, DAISIES, ROSES AND CARNATIONS JAMES McMANUS, 7S9'M.dTq.42 W. 28th St., New York NEW YORK QUOTATIONS PER 100. To Dealers Only ROSES AND CARNATIONS American Beauty, Fancy and Special " " Extra No. I •* " Lower Grades Bride, Tlald, Golden Gate, Fancy and Special. " *' Lower Grades Klllarney, Fancy and Special ' ' Lower Grades Richmond, Fancy and Sp-cial " Lower Grades Chatenay Hy Haryland • Carnation A, Fancy ^od Novelties. " Ordinary and White Last H alfof Week firht Half of Week ending Ai g 14 beginning A ugl6 1909 19U9 lO.OO to 15.00 10.00 10 15-00 6.00 to 10.00 6.00 to I '.CO ♦ .oo to 6. CO 4.00- to 6.00 •S° to 2 03 50 to a oo 2.00 to 4.00 2 00 to 4-00 •50 lO 2.00 .50 to 3.00 3.00 to 6.00 3.00 to 600 •5° to 1. 00 .50 to 1. 00 3.00 to 5.00 3 00 to 5.00 • 50 to 2.00 .50 to a. 00 ■50 to 5.00 .50 to .■j-oo .50 to 6.00 .50 to 6.0a 1.50 10 2. CO 1.50 to 9.00 ■75 to I. 00 ■ 75 to 1. 00 Alexander J. Guttman THE WHOLESALE FLORIST OF NEW YOFK 34 WEST 28tH STREET PHONES. 1G04 — »605 MADI.VON SOVJA.RE: 7v>^^i<- ENOUGH SAID CENTRALLY LOCATED, THE HUB OF THE F..OWER MARKET SECTION CHARLES MILLANG Wholesale Fiorist 55 & 57 W. 26 St., NEW YORK Telephone 7062 Madison GEORGE GOTSONAS & CO. Wholesale and Retail Dealers In all kinds of E^X'^ li^ I« Gt I« B E^ ]V» Fancy and Dagger Ferns Bronze and Green Qalax Main Store 50 IV < Phone laoa Mad. Sq. 28 St. New York GROWERS' GUT FLOWER GO. CUT FLOWERS AT WHOLESALE VIOLETS, CARNATIONS, ROSES ORCHIDS, CHRYSANTHEMUMS, LILIES ,.' - ' Cohsignmtnts Solicittil. Shipmtnts to Order, an/ Distance - . , 39 West 28th' Street, Tetephoae 6237 Madis J. J. COAN. Ma NEW YORK Durand & Marohn MANUFACTURERS OF All Kinds of Wire Work Florists' Wire Designs a Specialty 24BeaverSt., ALBANY, N.Y. WILLIAM H. KUEBLER Brooklyn's Foremost and Beat WHOLESALE COMMISSION HOUSE A First Class Market for all CUT FLOWERS 28 WUloughby St., Brooklyn, N. Y. Tel. 4.-01 M.Tin August 21, 1909 HOKTICUI^TURE, 28> «iS=» H O T I C E i _^ . 11 M| ■■ I I WHOLESALE FLORISTS Manhattan Flower Market \!!;2 tsj^ Ship us some stock. We need a large supply of all kinds of flowers, Roses, Carnations, Sweet Peaa, Narcissus, Summer Stock, etc., for our new store. Reliability and responsibility first-class. Good prices and prompt returns, Good opportunity. WHOLESALE FLORISTS' 54 West 28th St. NEW YORK Telephone 3559 Madison Sq. A. L YOUNG & CO. RECEIVERS & SHIP- PERS OF CUT FLOWERS. CONSIGNMENTS SOUCJTEO. REED (SL K£:LL£R 12] West 25th St., New York Florists' Supplies We manufacture all our letal Designs, Baskets, lire Work & Novelties and are dealers in •lastwire Decorative Greens and Flerists' Requisites MICHIGAN CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE, Inc. WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS Coaslg:nmeDts Solicited Bardy Fancy Fern Our Specially 38-40 BROADWAY, DETROIT. MjCH. Don't Take Any Fake SILRALINE.! Sec that the spools you buy are stamped on the reverse end with the name of JOHN C. MEYER, LOWELL, MASS. Wired Toothpicks Manufactured by W. J. COWEE, BERLIN, N. Y. $1.75; 50,000 $7.50. Sample &«» Per sale by dealers WILLIAM F.KASTING CO. WHOLESALE FLORISTS 383-387 Ellicott Street BUFFALO, - N, Y. ROBERT J. DYSART Public Accountant and Auditor Simple metbods of correct acoonntlof (■pecUUy adapted for florlata' oa*. Books Balanced and Adjusted Meicbanta Bank Bnlldlnc 28 STATE STREET, - BOSTON Tclrplioaa, Halo M. 188 7 I ESTABLISHED KEEPING OPEN HOUSE THIS SUMMER TO RECEIVE CONSIGNMENT- OF ALL CUT FLOWERS IN SEASON TOP PRICE AND PROMPT RETURNS 106 W. 28th St., N.Y. Tel. 167 Madlaon Sq. Open6 A. M. Daily. J. K. ALLEN NEW YORK QUOTATIONS PER 100. To Dealers Only MISCELLANEOUS SOUTHERN WILD SMILAX Now ready In limited quantity. E. A. BE AVEN EVERGREEN, ALABAMA. KRICK'S FLORIST NOVELTIES Manufacturer and Patentee of the Per- fect Adjustable Pot Handle or Hanger, Perfect Adjustable Plant Stands and the Original Genuine Immortelle Let- ters, etc. Every Letter Marked. 1164-66 Greene Av., Brook'yn. N.Y- Sale by all Supply Houses Southern Wild Mnilax Satisfaction Quaranteed Louisville Floral Co., Louisville, Ala. PHILADELPHIA NOTES. Paul Huebner of the Reading R. R. landscape department, has been suffer- ing from a severe attack of acute in- digestion for the past three weeks. He is now in the Episcopal Hospital at Front and Lehigh avenues, and at lat- est reports it was feared he wouIlI have to remain there for some time. P. Joseph Lynch, of the Dingee & Conard Co., passed through our city on the 14th inst., on his way home from New Castle, Indiana, where he Cattleyaa LIHe* Lily o( the Valley Asters. ■ ■ ■ Gladioli Sweet Peas (per too bunches) Qardenlaa Adlactum Smttax Asparagus Piumosua, strings " " &Spicii. (loobdK). last Half of WeA | ending Au K.14 1909 30.00 to 40.00 4. CO to 6.00 I.OO to 3.00 ■«5 to 1.00 ■ "5 to 3.00 I.OO to 4. CO S.oo to 55.00 •50 to •75 6.00 to 10.00 30.00 to 30.00 10,00 to 25.00 First Half nf Wwk beglnntaigAug.lS 1909 ■0.00 4.00 1.00 •25 •35 I.OO 5.00 .50 6.00 ao.oo lo.oo 4£>.«o 6.M 3,oe I.OO 3.00 4.00 35.00 .75 IO.0« 30.0* •5.0a had been completing the deal for the purchase of the Heller Bros.' estab- lishment. His purchase will add some forty thousand feet of glass to the sev- enty greenhouses operated by the com- pany at West Grove, Pa. A detailed ac- count of this new enterprise will be found in another column. will be built especially for rose grow- ing—the intention being to operate the present range exclusively for palms and pot plants. After attending the convention, Joseph Heacock of the Joseph Hea- cock Co., Wyncote, w-ill make a trip west for a few weeks. His journey will extend as far as British Columbia where his son was lost over two yea- s ago. The Heacock Company has made an important purchase of real estate recently. The tract is fifty-eight acres in extent and is located at Rocloft Station on the Philadelphia-New York branch of the Reading R. R., eighteen miles north of their present location. Of late years the soil difficulty has been getting more and more acute around Wyncote. The new place is about halt a mile from the station, on a level road, w^ith good soil and good water. They expect to commence building early next spring. The houses Business in New Bedford, Mass., is verv quiet, and with plenty of flowers from the gardens of the florists the rubbish heap seems to be the best cus- tomer. SALE of STALLS The Sixth Annual Sale of Stalls in the Boston Co-operative Flower Market will be held on Saturday, August 2S, 19C9, at Music Hall Place, Winter Street, Boston, Mass., at UA. M. All growers of Flowers will find it to their interest to attend this sale. E. CARTWRIQHT JOHN JMcFARLAND Pres. Sec'y. :390 HORTICULTURE August 21, 1909 Buyer's Directory and Ready Reference Guide Advertisements under this liead, one cent a> word. Initials count as words. Display advertisers In this Issue are also listed under this classification without charge. Reference to Ldst of Advertisers will indicate the respectiT« pages. Buyers failing to find what they want in this list will confer a favor by writing us and we will try to put them In communication with reliable dealers. AOOOUKTAHT R. J. Dyeart, 28 State St., Boston. For page see List of AdTertlsers. AOIANTUMS Godfrey Aschmann. 1012 West Ontario St., Phlladelpbla, Pa. For page see List of Advertlsera. AMPXTLOPSIS. -A. L. Miller, Jamaica, opp. Schcnck At., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of AdTertlsers. " ARAUCARIAS A. Lentby & Co., Perkins St. Nurseries, RosUndale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Godfrey Aschmann, 1012 West Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. ASPARAGTTS Asparagus plumosus from 2Vi Inch pots, ^2.50 per 100; ?22.50 per 1000. Cash with order, please. Floral Hill Gardens, G. F. Nelpp, Prop., Chatham, N. J. ASTERS. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Fa. For page see List of Advertisers. AUTOMATIC CIRCULATOR The Castle Co., 170 Summer St., Boston. BAMBOO OANES Tokobama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay Street, New York. Bamboo Sticks, Colored Green. For page see List of AdvertlserB. BAT TREES. 2000 Bay and Box Trees In all sizes. Pyramid and Standards. Write for Hst. Julius Roehrs. Rutherford, N. J. BEDDINO PIJINTS A. Leuthy & Co., Perkins St. NorMries, RosUndale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. O. Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., Phila- delphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. BEGONIAS Godfrey Aschmann. 1012 West Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Thomas Roland, Nahant, Mass. Begonia Glolre De Lorraine. For page see List of Advertisers. B. A. Butler & Son, Niagara Falls, N. Y. Lorraine Begonias. "Begonia Glolre de Lorraine," strong Btnff ready for 4 Inch pots, $15.00 per 100, -J140.00 per 1000; extra large plants from 4 Inch pots, $35.00 per 100. New Begonia "Pres. Taft," strong plants, $25.00 per 100; extra large plants from 4 Inch pots, $50.00 per 100. All propagated from leaf cuttings. Cash with order from unknown corre- spondents. J. A. Peterson, McHenry Ave., Westwood, Cincinnati, O. BOILERS BOILERS. "Burnham" Boilers made for J[reenhouBe heating. Lord & Burnham, 1133 Broadwa.v. N. Y. Kroeachel Bros. Co., 466 Erie St., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. The Castle Co., 170 Summer St., Boston. BOOKS Pronunciation of Plant Names, sent for 50 cents, postpaid, by HORTICULTURE PUB. CO., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. BOX'WOOD TREES New England Nurseries, Inc., Bedford, For page see List of Advertisers. The F. B. Plerson Co., Tarrytown-on- Hndson, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. BUILDINO MATERIAL BUILDING MATERIAL of all descrip- tion for All Cypress, Semi-Iron. Iron Frame or Truss Houses. Hot Bed Sash and Frames. ImtA & Burnham Co., 1133 Broad- way, N. Y. BULBS AND TUBERS Joseph Breck & Sons, 47-54 N. Market St., Boston. Dutch and French Bulbs. For page see List of Advertisers. J. M. Thornburn & Co., 33 Barclay St, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. T. Itoddlngton, 342 W. 14th St., N. For page see List of Advertisers. Y. Rlckards Bros., ^7 East 19th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. H. F. Mlchell CoT Phlladelphli: For page see List of Advertisers. T. J. Grey & Co., 32 and 33 So. Market St., Boston. Bermuda Lilies. For page see List of ■Vdvertlsera. Yokohama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Ralph M. Ward & Co., 12 W. Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Schlegel & Fottler Co., 26 & 27 S. Market St. Boston. French and Dutch Bulbs. For page see List of Advertisers. Peter Henderson & Co., Bulbs for Autumn Planting. 35 and 37 Cortlandt St., New York. James VIck's Sons, Rochester, N. Y. CALLAS H. F. Mlchell Co., 1018 and 518 Market St, Philadelphia. Callas, Japan Grown. OAKHAB R. Vincent. Jr. & Sons Co., Md. White Marsh, For page see List of Advertisers. CARNATIONS F. Dorncr & Sons Co., Lafayette, Ind. Carnations for Immediate Delivery. For page see List of Advertisers. Chicago Carnation Co., Jollet, 111. Mary Tolman. For page see List of Advertisers. The E. G. Hill Co., Richmond, Ind. Field Caruations. For page see List of Advertisers. S. S. Pennock Meehan Co., Philadelphia Field Grown Carnation Plants. For page see List of Advertisers. S. J. Reuter & Son, Westerly, R. 1. Field Grown Carnations. For page see List of Advertisers I. M. Raynor, Greenport, L. I., N. Y. Field Grown Carnations. For page see List of Advertlsera. CARNATIONS HJalmar Hartmann & - Continued Co., Copenhagen, Denmark. Carnation Comtesse Knuth. For page see List of Advertisers. Bassett & Washburn, 76 Wabash Ave., Chicago. O. P. Bassett Carnation Plants. August Gaedeke & Co., Nashua, N. H. Carnations. Field Grown. For page see List of Advertisers. 5000 Field-grown Carnation Plants, No. 1 stock; White and Pink Enchantress, White and Pink Lawson, Ladv Bountiful, White Perfection, Victory, H. Fenu, $5.00 per 100. R. Engelman, Pittsfield, Mass. OHRTSANTHEMUMS B. O. HUI Co., Richmond, Ind. For page see List of Advertisers. C. H. Totty, Madison, N. J. For page see List of Advertlserm. Wood Bros., FIshkUl, N. Y. Chrysanthemums Rooted Cuttings. For page see List of Advertisers. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, IIL For page see List of Advertisers. Elmer D. smitn & Co., Adrian, Midi. Smith's Chrysanthemum Manual. For page see List of Advertisers. Herrlngton's book on the Chrysanthe- mum mailed to your address for BOc, by Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. A. CLEMATIS L. Miller, Jamaica, opp. Schenck At., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. CONIFERS John Waterer & Sons, Ltd., American Nursery, Bagshot, Eng. For page see List of Advertisers. CUSTOM HOUSE BROKERS Fredk. H. Grlffln, 88 Broad St, Boston. . For page see List of Advertisers. John Dunn, Jr. & Co., Bourse Bldg., Philadelphia. OUT FLOWER BOXES. Edwards Folding Box Co., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. Folding cut flower boxes, the best mad*. Write for list. Holton & Hunkel Co., Mil- waukee, Wis. CTOLAM^f! R. & J. Farquhar & Co., Boston. Giant Strain. For page see List of Advertisers. DAHLIAS Peacock Dahlia Farms, Wlillamstowa Jnne- tlon, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. R. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. For page see List of Advertisers. Wllmore's Dahlia Manual will be mailed for twenty-flve cents by HORTICULTUBB PUBLISHING COMPANY, 11 Hamlltei Place, Boston. DECORATIVE PLANTS A. Leuthy & Co., Perkins St., Nurserlea, RosUndale, Mass. Imported Plants for Fall Delivery. For page see List of Advertisers. For List of Advertisers See Page 295 August 21, 1909 HORTICULTURE 291 DECORATIVE PLANTS — Continued Godfrey Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., PhUadelphla, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Josepti Heacoclf Co., Wyncote, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. The Geo. Wlttbold Co., 1657 Bucliingham Place, Chicago, 111. For page see List of Advertisers. Bobert Craig Co., Market and 49th Sts., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. John Scott, Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. EVEROBEENS New England Nurseries, Bedford, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. W. B. Whittier & Co., South Framingham, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Bobbink & Atkins. Rutherford, N. J. American Nursery Co-, 150 Broadway, N. Y. FERK8 A. Leathy & Co., Roslindale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. H. H. Barrows & Son, Whitman, Mass. Nephrociepls Magniflca. For page see List of Advertisers. John Scott, Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Frank Oechslin, 2572 W. Adams St., Chicago. Ferns for Dishes. For page see List of Advertisers. The Geo. Wlttbold Co., 1657 Backlngham Place, Chicago, III. For page see List of Advertisers. Godfrey Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., I'biladelpbla. For page see List of Advertisers. The F. R. Plerson Co., Tarrytown-on- Hudson, N. Y. Nephrolepis Elegantissima Compacta. For page see List of Advertisers. Henry A. Dreer, 714 Chestnut St., Phlla. Nephrolepis Scholzeli. Jardiniere Ferns, 6-7 best varieties, $3.80 per 100; $30.00 per 1000. Rose Hill Noise- rlee. New RochiHe. N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Anderson's ferns for In and ontdoor*. Largest commercial collection In the conn- try. Ask for descriptive catalogne. J. F. Anderson, Fern Specialist, Short Hills, N. J. FERTIUZERS Pnlverized Manure Co., 31 Union Stock Yards, Chicago, 111. Wizard Brand Sheep and Shredded Cattle Manore. German Kali Works, 93 Nassau St., New York, N. Y. Potash. For page see List of Advertisers. Bowker Fertilizer Co., Boston, Mass. All ■ Forms of Plant Food at First Handa. For page see List of Advertisers. Wm. Elliott & Sons, 42 Vesey St., N. Y. FIG ORCHARDS B. C. Robertson, 501 Klam Bldg., Hous- ton, Tex. For page see List of Advertisers. ZXORAI. PHOTOGRAPHS Floral Photographs. Foley's, 226-228 1-2 Bowery, New York. FLORISTS' IJiTTERS. Boston Florist Letter Co., 66 Pearl St., Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. ■W. C. Krick, 1164-66 Greene Are., Brook- lyn, N. Y. Immortelle Letters. For page see List of Advertisers. FLORISTS STTPPLIES N. F. McCarthy & Co., 84 Hawley St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. H. M. Robinson & Co., 15 Province St. and 9 Chapman Place, Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Beed & Keller, 122 W. 25th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. H. Bayersdorfer & Co., 1129 Arch St.. Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. M. Rice & Co., 1220 Race St., Philadelphia. IXO'WER POTS W. H. Ernest, 2Sth and M Sts., Washington, D. C. For page see List of Advertisers. A. H. Hews & Co., Cambridge, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Hliflnger Bros., Ft. Edward, N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. The Peters & Reed Pottery Co., Red Pots, Seed Pans, etc. Zanesville, O. Syracuse Pottery Co., Syracuse, N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. " FREESIAS Schlegel & Fottler, 26 & 27 So. Market St., Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. i FRUIT TREES Dw.irf Fruit Trees, by F. A. Wangh, mailed to your address for 55 cents by Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. GALAX Michigan Cut Flower Co., 3S and 40 Broad way, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. George Cotsonas & Co., 50 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Rice Bros.. 115 N. Gth St., Minneapolis, Minn. For page see List of Advertisers. OERANinMS R. Vlnce.it, Jr. & Sons Co., White Marsh, . Md. For page see List of Advertisers. GLADIOLI John Lewis Chllds, Floral Park, N. Y. GIA.SS Boston Plate & Window Glass C»., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Standard Plate Glass Co., 26-30 Sndbnry St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co.. Western Ave., betweea 25th & 26th Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Sharp, Partridge & Co., 22d & Lumber St»., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Parshelsky Bros., Inc., 59 Montrose Are., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Metropolitan Material Co., 1,S92-1402 Metro- politan Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Greenhouse glass, lowest prices. Jcdin- ston Glass Co., Hartford City, Ind. Glass. High Grade, Double Thick Green- house Glass. Lord & Bumham, 1133 Broad- way, N. Y. GREENHOUSE BUILDING MATS- RIAL Lord & Burnham Co., 1133 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Plerson U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. A. T. Stearns Lumber Co., Neponset, Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. King Construction Co., N. Tonawanda, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Hltcbings & Co., 1170 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. J. C. Monlnger Co., 117 East Blackhawk St., Chicago, 111. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., between 25th & 26th Sts.. Chicago. I'ecky Cypress for Benches. For page see List of Advertisers. S. Jacobs & Sons. 1S59-63 Flushing Are., Brooklyn, N. Y. GLAZING POINTS H. A. Dreer, Philadelphia. Pa. Peerless Glazing Point. For page see List of Advertisers. GLAZING POINTS, Lord & Burnham. Siieclal Glazing Nails (Points). Lord * Bnrnhaui, 1133 Broadway, N. Y. GREENHOUSE CONSTRUCIIOH GRI'.ENIIOUSB CONSTRUCTION, Semi- Iron Greenhouse, New Truss Houses and Iron Frame Houses. Lord & Burnham. 1133 Broadway, N. Y^ Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., between 2oth & 26th Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Qltchlngs & Co., 1170 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. GUTTERS GUTTERS, Cast Iron Gutters, L. & B. Improved V Shaped Gutter with drip gnt- ter attachment. Lord & Burnham, IISS Broadway, N. Y. HAIL INSURANCE Florists' Hail Asso. of America. J. G. Esler, Saddle River. N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. HARDT FERNS, MOSS AND GREENS H. M. Robinson & Co., 15 Provtace St. and 9 Chapman Place, Boston. Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, 38 and 40 Broadway, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. George Cotsonas & Co., 50 W. 28th 8L, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Klce Bros., 115 N. 6th St,, Mlnneapolta, Minn. For page see List of Advertisers. HEATINO APPARATUS Lord & Burnham Co., 1133 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Plerson U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Kroesohell Bros. Co,, 466 Erie St., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. HELP FURNISHED Thos. H. Bambrick, 34 So. 7th St., PklU. HERBACEOUS PERENNIALS p. Ouwerkerk, P. O. No. 1, Hoboken, N. t. For page see List of Advertisers. New England Nurseries, Bedford, Man. For page see List of Advertisers. The Geo. Wlttbold Co., 1657 Buckingham Place, Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. HOME CORRESPONDENCE Home Correspondence School, Dept. H., Springfield, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. In writing to Advertisers kindly mention Horticulture 292 HORTICULTURE August 21, 1909 HOT-BED SASH The A. T. Steams Lumber Co., Neponset, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Fleraon D-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Lord & Burnbam Co., 1133 Broadway, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., betwe«« 2.5th & 26lh Sts., Chicago. HYDRANGEAS. American Everbloomlng Hydrangea (H. Arborescens Grandlflora alba), heavy two- year plants for agents' use. Peonla Fes- tive Maxima and Queen Victoria, low per 1000. One hundred other choice varieties of.Peonlas at low prices. The E. Y. T««« Co., Centervllle, Ind. INSECTICIDES. NIeotlclde kills all greenhouse pests, P. R. Palethorpe Co., Eleventh St., Owensboro, Ky. For page see List of Advertisers. Stumpp & Walter Co., 50 Barclay St., New York. Kllmdead Tobacco Dust. For page see List of Advertisers. Bowker Insecticide Co., Boston, Mass. Insect Destroying Preparations. For page see List of Advertisers. Phlla. Insecticide Co., 6117 Main St., Germantown, Pa. Pnllman's Insect and Worm Destroyer: Nicotine. For page see List of Advertisers. Eastern Chemical Co., Pittsburg St, Boston. "IlII"' Soap Spray. For page see List of Advertisers. Hammond's Paint & Slug Shot Works, FIshkill, N. Y. Grape Dust. For page see Ijist of Advertisers. Wm. Elliott & Sons, 42 Vesey St., N. Y. "The Fumigating Kind Tobacco Pow- der"— The first on the market and the kind that has so many imitators, has our guar- antee tag of satisfaction or money back, and "The Moon Trade Mark" on every bag. 13.00 per 100 lbs. The H. A. StoothoCf Co., Mount Vernon, N. Y., makers and sellers. B. G. Pratt Co., .50 Church St., New York. Scaleclde. For page see List of Advertisers. IRIS T. C. Thurlow & Co., W. Newbury, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Ellwanger & Barry, Rochester, N. Y. JAPANESE PLANTS Yokohama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. KENTXA8 Godfrey Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. A. Leuthy & Co.. Rosllndale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. .Tos. Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. Home-Grown, Established Plants. For page see List of Advertisers. LILY OF THE VALLEY PIPS Bjalmar Hartmann & Co., Langangstraed* 20, Copenhagen, Denmark. For page see List of Advertisers. MASTICA F. O. Pierce Co., 12 W. Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. NICO-FUME Kentucky Tobacco Product Co., Louisville, Ky. NUHSERY STOCK John Waterer & Sons, Ltd., American Nursery, Bagshot, England. For page see List of Advertisers. I\ Ouwerkerk, 21fl .Tane St., Weehawken Heights. N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. New England Nurseries, Inc., Bedford, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. W. B. Whittier & Co., South Framingham, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. W. & T. Smith Co., Geneva, N Y. For page see List of Advertisers. American Nursery Co., 1.50 Broadwa y, N. Y. Bolihink & Atkins. Rutherford, N. J. Manual of the Trees of North America, by C. S. Sargent, mailed to your address for 16.00, by Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. » TREES, SHRt'BS, ROSES, EVER- GREENS, PEONIES, HARDY PLANTS. ELLWANGER & BARRY, Rochester, N. Y. ONION SETS Leonard Seed Co., Chicago, III. For page set List of Advertisers. ORCHID PLANTS Lager & Hurrell, Summit, N. J. Fresh Imported and Established Orchids. For page see List of Advertisers. Sander, St. Albans, England. Importers. Exporters. Growers, Hybridists, For page see List of Advertisers. Carrlllo & Baldwin, Secaucus, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Ordonez Bros., Madison, N. J., Box 105. C. Lablata: D. Blglbbum Arrived. For page see List of Advertisers. Rose Hill Nurseries, New Rochelle, N. Y. White Orchids^ Largest stock In the country. Ask for prices. Julius Roehrs, Rutherford, . N. J. Native Orchids. Hugo Kind, Hammon- t«n, N. J. Orchid Growers' Manual. By B. S. Wil- liams. 300 Illustrations, 800 pages; descrip- tions of upwards of 2300 species and varie- ties of orchidaceous plants, etc. The most complete work on Orchids and orchid cul- ture ever published. Price, $10.00. Orders filled by HORTICULTURE, 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. PAINT AND PUTTY PAINT AND PD'TTY: Ideal Greenhouse Lead: Special Greenhouse Putty. Lord & Bamham, 1133 Broadway. N. Y. ' PALMS A. Leuthy & Co., Perkins St. Nurseries, Rosllndale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Robert Craig Co., Market and 49th Sts., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. Home-Grown Palms. For page see List of Advertisers. Geo. Wlttbold~Co.T^16.57~Bnckingham Plac*, Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. John Scott. Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Henry A. Dreer, 714 Chestnut St., Phlla. PANDAN1JS A. L. Miller, Jamaica, opp. Schenck Av., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. PANSY SEED John Gerard, New Britain, Conn. . Giant Pansy Seed. A. T. Boddlngton, 342 W. 14th St., New York. Giant Pansles. For page see List of Advertisers. H. F. MIchell Co., Philadelphia. Giant Prize Pansy Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. The best Giant Pansy seed. Send for leaflet. Chas. Frost, Kenilworth, N. J. ' For page see List of Advertlsere. PATENTS Slggers & Slggers. Washington, D. C. For page see List of Advertisers. PEAT Orchid Peat and Moss always on band. Julius Roehrs Co., Rutherford, N. J. PEONTES Gilbert H. Wild, Sarcoxle, Mo. For page see List of Advertisers. The E. G. Hill Co., Richmond, Ind. For page see List of Advertisers. T C. Thurlow & Co., W. Newbury, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Ellwanger & Barry, Rochester, N. Y. Peonies— The best French collections. List of new varieties now ready. Cata- logues free. Dessert, Peony Specialist, Chenonceaux, France. Peonies only, by the wholesale— best 100 varieties. J. F. Boscnfleld, Westpolnt, Nebr. PHLOXES. T C Thurlow & Co,. W. Newbury. Mass. ' For page see List of Advertisers. Ellwanger & Barry, Rochester, N. Y. PHOTOGRAPHS: DESIGNING: IL- LUSTRATING Geo. E. Dow, 178 Washington St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. PIPE AND PITTINO* Foley Mfg. Co., between Western Ave. and 26th St., Chicago, III. Kroeschell Bros. Co., 466 Erie St., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. PIPE AND FITTINGS. Cast Iron and Wrought Pipe, Valves, Elbows, Pipe Hooks, Automatic Air Headers, etc. Lord & Born- ham, 1133 Broadway, N. Y. Geo. B. Doane & Son Co., 18 Midway St., Boston. Iron Pipe. For page see List of Advertisers. Metropolitan Material Co., 1392-1402 Met- ropolitan Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. . _ PLANT STAKES Seele's TIelcss Plant Stakes and Trel- lises. H. D. Seele & Sons. Elkhart, Ind. POT HANGERS Pot hangers, Kramer's, $1 doz. by exp., $1,25 by mall. I. N. Kramer & Son, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. PRIMULAS F. Oeschlln, 2572 W. Adams St., Chicago, 111. Primroses Obconica and Chlnensls. For page see List of Advertisers. Prlmnla chlnensls, 9 colors mixed, 2 Inch, 2c.; Obconica Ronsderter, Lattmann» Hybrids, 10 colore mixed, 2 Inch 2c.; Ob- conica glgantea, mixed, 2 Inch 2%c. J. L. Schiller, 929 Prouty Ave., Toledo, O. RHODODENDRONS John Waterer & Sons, Ltd., American Nursery, Bagshot, England. For page see List of Advertisers. P. Ouwerkerk, Hoboken, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. ROSES; Robert Craig Co., Market and 49tli (Ka* Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertlsera. P. Ouwerkerk, P. O. No. 1, Hoboken, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Dlngee & Conard Co., West Grove, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, lU. For page see List of Advertisers. For List of Advertisers See Page 295 August 21, 1909 HORTICULTURE 293 ROSES — ContlBned A. N. Pleraon, Cromwell, Conn. White Klllarney, My Maryland, Rambler*. For page see List of Advertisers. W. & T. Smith Co., Geneva, N. Y. American Gi*own Roses. For page see List of Advertisers. Waban Rose Conservatories, Natlck, Mass. White Klllarney Rose. For page see List of Advertisers. The Rose, by H. B. Ellwanger: mailed for $1.30 by Horticulture, 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. Bassett & WasLburn, 76 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Hand Book of Cultural Notes on Rosea Under Glass, by F. P. Brlgham. mailed to your address for 25c., by Horticulture Pub- lishing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. SEES OROIVERS HJalmar Hartmann & Co. Caulltlower and Cabbage Seed. Langangstraede 20, Copenhagen, Denmark. For page see List of Advertisers. Federico C. Vnrela, Tenerlffe, Canary Id*. Bermuda Onion Seed. Francis Brill, Hempstead, L. I., N. Y. Choice Vegetable Seeds. For page see List of Advertisers. C. C. Morse & Co., 48-56 Jackson St., San Francisco, Cal. For page see List of Advertisers. SEEDS T. J. Grey Co., 32 So. Market St., Boatoa. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Kreck & Sons, 61 and .=12 N. Market St., Boston, Mas*. For pEge see List of Advertisers. W. Atlee Burpee Ac Co., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. Arthur T. Boddington, .312 W. 14th St., New York. Giant Pansy Seed. For page .see List of Advertisers. RIckards Bros., 37 B. 19th St., New York. For page tee List of Advertisers, R. & J. Farquhar & Co., 6-7 So. Market St., Boston. Mignonette Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. H. F. Mlchell Co., 1018 Market St., Phil*. For page see List of Advertisers. J. M. Thorburn & Co., 33 Barclay St., N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Leonard Seed Co., Chicago, HI. Beans, Peas, Sweet Corn, Onion. For page see List of Advertisers. Schlegel & Fottler Co., 26 & 27 So. Market St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. E. F. Wlnterson Co., Chicago. Seeds for I'lantsmen, Nurserymen, Seeds- men. For page see List of Advertisers. A. C. Zvolanek, Bound Brook, N. J. Winter Flowering Sweet Peas. For page see List of Advertisers. Francis Brill, Hempstead, L. I., N. T. Choice Vegetable Seeds. For page see List of Advertisers. C. C. Morse & Co., 48-56 Jackson St., San B'rancisco, Cal. For page see List of Advertisers. O. V. Zangen, Hoboken, N. J. Giant Cyclamen Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. James Vicks' Sons, Rochester, N. Y. SHRUBS The George Wlttbold Co., 1657 Buckingham Place, Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. SILKALINE John C. Meyer & Co., Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers SMII.AX Smilax, strong, 2V4-in., $1.50 per 100; »10.00 per 1000. Cash please. Wm. Llvesey, 6 McCabe St., New Bedford, Mass. SPHAGNUM MOSS Live Sphagnum moss, orchid peat and orchid baskets always on hand. Lager tc Unrrell, Summit, N. J. . SPRAYERS Chas. J. Jager Co., Boston. Doming Spray Pump. For page see List of Advertisers. H. Hunt, 76-78 Wabash Av., Chicago, 111. New Chicago Sprayer. For page see List of Advertisers. STEAM TRAP Albany Steam Trap Co., Albany, N. Y. SULFUR BURNER Benj. Dorrauce, Dorranceton, Pa. For paae see List of Advertisers. S\irEET PEAS A. C. Zvolanek. Bound Brook, N. J. Winter Flowering. For page see List of Advertisers. W. Atlee Burpee & Co., Philadelphia. Spencer Sweet Peas. TYPEWRITERS REBUILT Oflice Appliance Co., 15 State St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. VE6ETABI.E PLANTS E. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. For page see List of Advertisers. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. VENTILATING APPARATUS Plerson U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., between 25th & 26th Sts., Chicago. The Advance Co., Richmond, Ind. For page see List of Advertisers. Quaker City Machine Co., Richmond, Ind. 20th Century Ventilating Arm. For page see List of Advertisers. VENTILATING MACHINERY, New Model encased, self-oiling gear; Standard Model Open Gear. Lord & Burnham, 1133 Broadway, N Y. W^IRED TOOTHPICKS W. J. Cowee, Berlin, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. WIBEWOBK Reed & Keller, 122 W. 25th St., N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Dnrand & Marobn, Albany, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. WIremork. Write for our catalogue. Holton & Hunkel Co., Milwaukee, Wis. William E. Hellseher's Wire Works, 38-40 Broadway, Detroit, Mich. WIrework — Compare our prices with othera Scranton Florist Supply Co., 201 N. 7th St., Scranton, Pa. WHOLESALE FLORISTS Bastea N. F. McCarthy Boston. For page see & Co., 84 Hawley St., List of Advertisers. H. M. Robinson and 9 Chapman For page 'see & Co., 15 Province St. PI., Boston. List of Advertisers. Welch Bros., 226 For page see Devonshire St., Boston. List of Advertisers. Tallby, For P4ge see Wellesley, Mass. List of Advertisers. Buffalo, N. Y. William F. Kastlng Co., 383-87 EUilcott 8t_ Buffalo. N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Chicago .Chas. W. McKeller, 51 Wabash At*, Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Peter Reinberg, 51 Wabash Ave., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. E. F. Wlnterson Co., 45-49 Wabash Ave., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. J. A. Biidlong, 37-39 Randolph St., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Foehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, 111. For page see List of Advertisers. Crom-well, Conn. A. N. Plerson, Cromwell, Coon. For page see List of Advertisers. Detroit Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, 38 and 40 Broadway, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. Minneapolis Rice Bros., 115 N. 6th St., Minneapolis Minn. For page see List of Advertisers. New York Ford Bros., 48 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. H. K Froment, 57 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Alex. J. Guttmau, 34 W. 28th St., N*«r York. For page see List of Advertisers. E. C. Horan, 55 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. A. H. Langjahr, 55 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. James McManus, 42 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. John I. Raynor, 49 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. W. F. Sheridan, 39 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Moore, Hentz & Nash, 55 and 57 W. t8th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Wm. H. Kuebler, 28 Wllloughby St., Brooklyn. N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Mlllang Bros., 41 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. John Young, 51 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Greater New York Florists' Association, 162 Livingston St., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. In wrifing to Adveriisers kindly mention Horticidture 294 horticulture: August 21, 1909 W^HOI.E8AI.E IXORI8T8— New Vork — Continued Frank MUlang, 55-57 W. 36th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Philip F. Kcssler, 55 & 57 W. 28th St, New York. For page see List of Advertisera. A. U Young & Co.. 54 W. ^th St.. N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Growcre' Cut Flower Co., 38 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. J K. AJlei, 106 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Charles MlUaug. 55 and 57 West 26th St., New York. For pa?e see List of Advertisers. Manhattan Flower Market. 46 W. Mth St, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. PhllAdelpU* W a McKlsslck & Bros., 1619-1621 Ban- stead St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Leo Nlessen Co., 1209 Arch St., Phlladel- ' For page see List of Advertisers. The S S Pennock-Meehan Co., 1608-18 Ludlow St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Berger Bros., 1305 Filbert St, Philaaelphia. Edward Reid, 1.'526 Ranstead St., Phlla. New Offers in This issue. BEDDING PLANTS. R. Vincent. Jr. & Sons Co., White Marsh, Maryland. For page see List of Advertisers. CARNATIONS. W C Stickel, Lexington, Mass. For page soe List of Ailvertisers. CHINESE PRIiVIULAS. Ed. Ileirmann. Nortli & Milton Avs., Balliniore. Md. For pMse see List of AJvcrtisers. FIELD GROWN CARNATION PLANTS. S. S. rennock-Mei-han Co.. rhiladelpliia. For page see List of Advertisers. GIANT PRIZE PANSY SEED. Henry F. Mlcheli Co., lOlS Market St., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. LILY BULBS, LILY OF THE VAL- LEY, ETC. Wm. Hagemann & Co., Hudson Terminal. New York. For page see List of Advertisers. NEW SPAWN. Wm. Elliott & Sons, 42 Yesey St., New York. For page see List of .Advertisers. SifkLE OF STALLS. Boston Cooperative Flower Market, Music Hall. Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. SOUTHERN WILD SMILAX. E. A. Beaven, Evergreen. Ala. For page see List of Advertisers. The Above are All SEASONABLE OFFERS If you should read them through PERHAPS You would find something there that you want. WHAT DO YOU THINK? Obituary Augustus Dietrich. Augustus Dietrich, a florist at 3425 Kensington avenue, Philadelphia, was killed in a trolley accident on the 15th inst. The following account of the accident is from the Philadelphia Rec- ord:— Mr. Dietrich, who was connected with many German societies, was well- known in Kensington, where he had been in the florist and nursery business for the past 35 years. His greenhouses occupy nearly a block, and it was in front of these that he 'w'as run down by a fast-speeding car. With his sis- ter, Mabel, Frederick Dietrich, a son, was a shocked witness of the horrible accident, and ou running out to render assistance was made speechless by the discovery that the body was that of his own father. Mr. Dietrici had been suffering for several months with an affection of the knee, and was in the habit of re- ceiving nightly treatments at the home of his physician, Dr. Conrad Smith, al- most directly across the street from his home. After sitting all the eve- ning with his family, he walked over to the doctor's house for his customary treatment. On returning he started across' the street about 11 o'clock. His residence is at the coiner of Schiller street, which is the lowest point of a steep incline. Stepping off the curb he allowed a south-bound car to speed past him, but in the noise made by this he failed to hear the approach of a car at full speed from the opposite direction. He walked directly into the front of the car and was struck and dragged underneath with great force. His body was mangled almost beyond recognition. A large crowd gathered and lifted the heavy oar from the corpse. ■R^hen this had been done, young Dietrich, who hart helped, was heard to give a slight cry of horror, and fell over in a faint. Dr. Smith was then summoned and saw at a glance that his friend had been instantly killed. diffident disposition, Aldrich J. Pen- nock had hosts of warm friends who held him in the highest esteem and affection. It has been remarked ot him that neither his father nor mother nor anyone else ever heard a harsh, word from him under any circum- stanca! If a mild mannered man ever lived, that man was Aldrich J. Pen- nock. Aldrich J. Pennock. Aldrich J. Pennock of Lansdowne, Del. Co., Pa., died after a brief illness at Denver, Col., on the 16th inst. De- ceased was on a vacation accompanied by his wife when stricken. Cerebro- meningitis was the direct cause of death, and this was supposed to have develoiped from a second attack of in- flammatory rheumatism from which he suffered severely two years ago. Interment took place at the South Western Burying Ground. Lansdowne. Pa., on the 20th inst. Mr, Pennock was a son of Abram L. Pennock of Lans- downe, and an elder brother of Sam- uel S. Pennock, ot the Pennock-Mee- han Co., and J. Liddon Pennock of Pennock Bros.. Philadelphia. He was born August 20th, 18G8, and entered the greenhouse business with his fath- er at Lansdowne. in 1887, under the title of A. L. Pennock & Son. Some years later Abram L. Pennock retired and the firm became Aldrich J. Pen- nock. The establishment made a great specialty of lily of the valley forcing, at which it was very successful. Although of a rather retiring and W. H. Gullett. William Henry Gullett of Lincoln, 111., died suddenly at his home just after his seventy-seventh birthday. Mr. Gullett started in the nursery busi- ness in 1860. In 1884 W. F. Gullett formed a partnership with him as W. H. Gullett & Son. In 1889 he retired and C. E. and W. J. Gullett associated themselves with him, and the present firm name of W. H. Gullett & Sons was adopted. A widow and seven chil- dren survive him. John Snyder. John Snyder, a native of Germany, but a resident of Kansas City for thirty-five years, died on August 5 from injudies received by being thrown from his wagon. For over twenty years Mr. Snyder carried on a flower store on Walnut street, giving up the business five years ago. He was 58 years old. A widow and three chil- dren survive him. Mrs. Thomas Kane. Mrs. Thomas Kane, whoso husband is gardener on the estate of Mrs. C. P. Huntington, Homestead, N. Y., lost her life on August 7 in attempting to rescue her little daughter who was carried beyond her depth while bath- ing at Throg's Neok. Mrs. Kane was 42 years old. CLUB AND SOCIETY NOTES. The Vermont Horticultural Society will hold their annual meeting in New- port the first week in November. New Orleans is planning for a flower carnival in October, which shall in- clude a street parade of decorated vehicles. The Georgia State Horticultural So- ciety had an enjoyable meeting at Athens which closed on August 6, after re-electing the board of officers and selecting Sparta as the nepit meeting place. Asters and gladioli were the leaders in the exhibit of the Worcester County Horticultural Society at Worcester, Mass., on August 12, and a nice show- ing of leading varieties was made. Among fruits the apple display proved most interesting, H. A. Anderson, John PoUan, Geo. C. Rice and Geo, E. Stone showing some fine specimens. The Tarrytown (N. Y.) Horticul- tural Society held their summer outing at Edwards Hotel, Rye Beach, on Aug. 11, with about 150 in attendance. The usual exciting games, races, etc.. were indulged in and furnished much amuse- ment. The 100-yard dash was won by G. McCahon; the drummers' race of 100 yards by Wm. Scott, Jr., first. Davis McFarlane, second; run- ning broad jump, A. M. Robertson: potato race, M. McGonachie. The pot smashing contest furnished the fun of the day. The committee in charge was James W. Smith, William Scott and John Brunger. August 21, 1909 HORTICULTURE 295. List of Advertisers Page Advance, The Co . . . 299 Allen J. K 289 American Nursery (Eng.) 281 Aschmann Godfrey.- .a6a Barrows H.H.& Son. 264 Bayersdorfer H.& Co. 2S6 Beaven E. A 289 boddlngton A. T. Boston Cooperative Flower Market 289 Boston t lon^i i^etter Co 38s Boston Plate and Win- dow Glass Co 399 Bre:k Joseph & Sons 283 Breitmeyer's J. Sons. 384 Brldgeman' s Seed Warehouse tS} Brill, Francis 283 Buojong J. A a86 Burpee W. A. & Co .183 Curillo & Baldwin . 164 C n i c a g 0 Carnation Co 26a Clarke's David, Sons, 284 Com J. J 268 Cotsonas Geo. & Co. .288 Cowee W. J >89 Crawbuck Geo.W ... .288 Danker F. A 284 Oingee& Conard Co. 381 Doane Geo. B. & Son Co 289 Domer t . Sons & C0.1O2 Dorrance Benj 297 Uow Geo. £. 297 Dreer H. A 29S Dunlop John H 284 Durand & Marohn. ..368 Dysart R. J. 289 Eastern Chemical Co. 296 Edwards Folding box Co 286 ElUotlWin SlSons 38 • Esler J. G 299 Ernest W.H 298 Eyres 284 Parquhar R.& J.& Co. 283 foley Mtg. Co 299 Ford Bros 288 Froment H.E 288 Gaedeke August & Co 263 iyaivln rnos. 1? 285 German Kali Works. .296 Greater N.Y. Florists' Association 288 GrerT. J. Co 283 Griffin Fredk. H 283 Growers' Cut Flower Co 388 Gnde Bros. Co 284 Guttman Alex. J 28S Hall Asso 199 Hagemann Wm 280 Hammond Paint and Slug Shot Works.. .297 Harriman Ed 263 dartmann Hjalmar & Co 2S1 Hauswirth the Florist 284 ricacockjos. Co 364 Hews A. ri. 8[Co....298 Silfinger Bros 398 HlU.TheE.G.Co ...-2«a Hltchings & Co 300 Home Correspondence School. 398 Horan E. C 288 Hunt A. E. & Co 262 Hunt Bros 362 Hunt E. H 397 Jager, Chas. J. Co. -.aQ; KastingW. F. Co. ...380 Kessler P. F 288 King Cons. Co 399 Krick W. C 2S9 Kroeschell Bros. Co. .2:9 Kuebler Wm H... 288 Lager & Hun«ll 264 Langjahr, Alhed H. ■ . 2S8 Leonard Seed Co 383 Lentby A. & Co sea Lord & Burnham Co. 300 Louisville Floral Co.. 289 MacMulkin E 184 Manhattan Flower Mkt McCarthy N. F.& Ce. 289 Page McConnell Alex 384 McKeUar Charles W.2I6 McKcnna P. ii Sons. .284 McKlssick, W. E. & Bros 286 McManusJas 388 Metropolitan Material Co 299 Meyer J. C &Co....289 Michell H. F. Co 282 Michigan Cut Flower Exchange 289 Millang Bros 288 Millang Charles 288 Millang Frank 288 Miller A. L 263 Miller E. S j,, Momnger J. C 298 Moore, Hentz & Nash 288 .Morse C. C. & Co.... 283 Murray Samuel 2S4 New Eng. Nurseries -281 Newman J. & Sons. . . 384 Niessen Leo. Co 386 OechsUn Frank 363 Office -Appliance Co.. 298 Ordonez tiros 2^4 Ouwerkerk P 281 Palethorpe P. R. Co. . 297 Palmer W. J. & Son.. 384 Park Floral Co 284 Parshelsky Bros. 399 Peacock DahliaFarms 283 Pennock-Meehan Co. 287 Perkins St. Nurseries 263 Phila Insecticide Co. .297 Pierce, F. O. Co... .398 Piersoii, A. "N. , Inc. . 262 Plcrson F. R. Co 363 Pierson U Bar Co 300 Poehlr^a^n Bros. f^o. afb Pratt B G. Co. 297 Quaker City Mach.Co 299 Rayner 1. M 362 Kaynor John 1 2 88 Reed& Keller 289 Relnberg Peter 2S6 ReuterS. J.&Son,Inc.363 Rice Bros 286 Rickards Bros 28.^ Robertson E. C 264 Robinson H.M.&C0.386 Rock Wm.L Flo.Co. 284 Roehrs Julius Co. ...164 Roland, Thomas . . .363 Rolker August & Sons 298 Rose Hill Nurseries. .381 Sander & Son 364 Schlegel & Fottler Co.2S3 Schmidt J. C 263 Schulz Jacob 284 Scott, John 263 Sharp, Partridge & Co 199 Sheridan W.F 338 Siggers & Siggers. .. .298 SmithF.lmer D. &Co.2f2 Smith W. &T. Co ...281 Smyth Wm J 284 Southworth Bros :;9S Standard Plate Glass Co 299 Steams A.T. Lumber Co 299 StickelW C 263 '^tumpp & Walter Co. 297 Syracuse Pottery Co .398 Tailby 285 Thorbum T.M.SCo 283 Thurlow T. C. & Co. 263 Totty Chas. H 263 Valentine, J. A 254 Vincent R. Jr. & Sons, 263-283 Waban Rose Conser- vatories 263 Wants, For Sale. etc.. 295 WardR.M.8tCo.....83 Waterer John & Sons ■ 281 Welch Bros 386 Whittier W. B. & Co. 281 Wild Gilbert H 363 WittboldGeo. Co... 364 Wilson 384 Wlnterson.E. F. Co.. 386 Wood Bros 363 Yokohama Nurseries. 383 Young A. L. 281 Young lohn 388 Young & Nugent ... 284 Zangen O. V 383 Zinn Julius -A 385 Zvolanek A.C 383 ROSES AND THEIR CULTURE FOR COMMERCIAL PURPOSES. Paper Read Before the Morris Co. Garden- ers' and Florists' Society. April 14, 1909, by Wm. G. Badgley. Varieties to Grow. Of course this depends a great deal upon what thfe grower requires, or what he has demand for in the New Yorli market, as that is the place where most of the roses grown in this vicinity are dis- posed of. There is no doubt that the standard varieties, for commercial purposes are best, all things con- sidered, and to meet conditions in the New York market, it is well to grow about one-quarter white and three-quarters pink. If you can grow a good red profitably, grow as many as you reasonably can Before going further, 1 would like to impress on you that it is not, as a rule, the plants that produce show flowers that are the best money makers, but the money makers, if handled properly, can be made to pro- duce show flowers. Beauties, of course, are standard in their class and no doubt will be for some time to come. It does not pay the small grower, however, to grow them, as they have been taken up as a specialty by nearly all the large growers. When Beauties are grown in large quantities they can be han- dled to better advantage and produced more cheaply. The wholesaler pre- fers to receive the bulk of them from one source. Therefore the small grower will not realize a high price when his supply is irregular and un- certain. There have been numerous new varieties put on the market in the last few years, namely: Rhea Ried, Mrs. Potter Palmer. Mrs. Jar- dine, Wyndmoor, My Maryland. Queen Beatrice. Pink and White Killarney and others, and I am sorry to say that excepting Jly Maryland and Pink and White Killarney, most of them are no real improvement on what we already have, excepting, of course, that they have their value as novelties. Under favorable conditions many of them have given good results. Most of them are well bred. Pink and White Killarney are worth spending a little time on, as they have each proven to be a favorite as a commercial flower as well as a top notcher as a show flower. Killarney is justly entitled to all the praise it has received. I con- sider it the best money maker that has ever been grown. We will con- sider Pink and White Killarney to- gether, as White Killarney bears the same relation to Pink Killarney that Bridesmaid does to Mermet, and therefore being of the blood and habit each will do equally well under condi- tions that are identical. Propagating Killarney. Starting from the cutting, would say that when taking wood from Killarney plants for cuttings, considerable care must be exercised as to what kind to take, as it Is characteristic of this plant to drop its foliage before it at- tains much age, and as they will drop them as quickly, or more so, in the sand than they will on the plant, you should strive to make your cuttings of wood which is not too old nor yet young enough to be of soft texture. But should your Killarney cuttings IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIUIIU I WANTS, FOR SALE, ETC. I S Advertisements in this column one — S cent a word. Initials count as words. S S Cash with order. AH correspondence S = addressed "care HORTICUL- = = TURE" should be sent to I J Ham- S 5 ilton Place, Boston. s iTiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiuiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiin HELP WANTED WANTED An experienced man to take charge of an. establishfd route for the sale of Nursery .Stock. A good salary for the right party. Send full particulars at once. SOUTHWORTH BROS., rhrserjmen BEVERLY, - - - MASS. HORTICULTURE needs a wide- awake representative in every town in the land. Good commission paid on advertising and subscriptions. If you are ambitious, write for terms. WANTED — Experienced grower for com- mercial place near Boston; must be good; grower of carnations especially. Good sal- ary to the right party. Address, with ref- erences. Carnations, care of HORTICIJL- TDRE. 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. WANTED — A good grower of roses, car- nations, chrysanthemums and potted plants in a commercial establishment. Good position to the right man. J. M. Ward 6 Co., Peabody, Mass. SITUATIONS WANTED SITUATION WANTED by flrst-clasi greenhouse man; 13 years' experience In growing chrysanthemums and all kinds of cut flowers and plants. Good propagator. Reliable and sober. Please state wages- first letter. Address Martin Darsch, care Mitchell, 1298 Nostrand Ave., Brooklyn. N. Y. FOR SALE FOR SALE— Special 16x18 and 16x24. double thick glass In "A" and "B" qnail- tles. Bu.v now and save money. Wrlt» PARSHELSKY BROTHERS, INC., U Montrose Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. FOR SALE— 1-8 section Weathered bolUr In good condition; nearly new. N. F. Me- C'artby & Co., 84 Hawley St., Boston, Uaia. lose their foliage in the sand and ap- parently look like a failure, just let them alone and properly attend to your watering and temperature and if necessary let them stay right there two months or more and you will find that your efforts have not been In vain after all. This rule, of course, applies to cases where nothing detri- mental or unusual has happened and the cuttings have simply lost their leaves and rested. Rules for Pinching. Planting, watering, airing, etc., with- Killarney is carried out in the same manner as other roses during summer- and fall. Cutting the buds should not be practiced, but rather keep them all pinched, and when you pinch them, pinch them back to the first leaf con- taining five separate leaflets, as from such an eye you will get a growth that will run up and make a strong stem. You should continue this pinch- ing until Oct. 2(X, when it will be wise- 296 HORTICULTURE August 21, 1909 to take about one-half the buds and on Nov. the 1st take off the other half; then stop pinching. This will bring in your crop for the holidays. To explain this matter more fully, will say that August, September and Octo- ber in the last few years have proven to be very poor months for cut roses In the New York market, as asters, dahlias, etc., have full swing at that time. It pays better to get roses in in May, June and July, and as Killar- ney is a rapid grower, the pinching process has a tendency to run it up and develop into a plant which is plenty large enough by Oct. 20, if planted on July 15, providing, of course, that the stock is in good con- dition when planted. You will obtain better results than if you put them in ■earlier, in this way. It certainly pays much better, for by following the fore- going rules you will not only bring your crop in for Christmas but you ■will strike Easter, too, unless weather conditions are radically wrong. I would say further that buds that come from a second or third growth of Kil- larney are far better in every way than those taken from a first or single growth. Feeding Killarney. Killarney is a fine grower and is al- ways busy, therefore it requires lots of food, but should not be fed with a rank chemical. The way it should be fed is in small quantities and often. The kind of food to give is a fertilizer that runs high in nitrogen or am- monia,.in small quantities, just after they have started a new growth, say, when this growth is from three to six inches long. This kind of food will have a tendency to make your stems run up longer. Then just before the buds start to develop, apply in small quantities potash in the form of Canadian unleached hardwood ashes. This kind of food will make your buds heavy and give them color. I would not advise strongly as to what fer- 'tilizers to use in every case or in what quantities, as this matter depends al- together on the condition of your plants, the soil they are planted in, and who is growing them, but I would advise that you do not use too much rank fertilizer at any time, as it is apt to cause a bad case of indigestion, and I also would advise strongly against applying more than can be used up promptly by your plants, be it in the form of cow manure or otherwise, as too much bulk on your benches will prevent them from drying out readily, and you know that the faster your soil dries out and the more frequently you can water, the oftener you can feed, and the faster your plants grow the more profitable they are. My Maryland. My Maryland has many good fea- tures. Its color and fragrance are pleasing. The size and shape of the bud is all that could be wished for and stem and foliage are good, still there seems to be some uncertainty as to its commercial value as yet. The features of this rose which do not please as I observe it are, that there is a little too much hybrid blood in it, that it seems to have a little inclination to be sleepy in the winter months, and it does not crop as well as it might, but I think when growers become more familiar with Fruit that Pays a Profit is the only kind wortli growing. To bring 30ung stock into earliest bearing and to secure ma.ximum yields from matured stock use POTASH, according to the needs of different fruits. Quantity is increased and quality is improved by its application: that is why Potash Pays Proof can be sliowii by liun- dreds of poor orchards turned into good ones by the applica- tion of Potash. Your commer- cial fertilizer should contain at least loto 12 percent, of Potash Write /or \'ahiable Lileralure, sent Free o!' Charge on Application. GERMAN KALI WORKS, 93 Nassau Street, NEW YORK CITY CHICAOO-Monadnock Block ATLANTA, GA.— Candler Bldg. Adilrcss ojfice nearest you its requirements, more good qualities will be brought out, and it may take a permanent place in the front rank. Richmond. For red, Richmond seems to be about the best thing in sight, and cer- tainly it is fine when brought to per- fection. This rose seems to have its favorite localities; districts of Boston, Philadelphia and Chicago turn out Richmonds that make one marvel, and it is painful and disappointing that in this vicinity we cannot duplicate them. Richmond, as you know, is of prac- tically no value in hot weather, as it will not keep. In the short days when it is selling for good money, it is sluggish and slow, and one cannot cut much from them when he wants to. Then comes spring with its good growing weather and they come along nicely, but by this time the Brunners and other red stuff are in the market and they do not give much in the way of returns. Therefore, in this locality it doe^ not pay as well as other varieties. What we hope to see in the near future is a red rose with the stem and foliage of Richmond, head of Bride or Bridesmaid and free- dom of growth of Killarney. This is worth trying for and I hope some of our specialists will strive to attain it. In growing roses you should always strive for the following three essential qualities; you should produce a rose to please the consumer; one that the wholesaler as well as the retailer can sell at a fair price and one that will produce enough flowers to make it profitable to the grower. THE BAG-WORM PEST. A not uncommon pest, and one which is often quite destructive, was received at the Division of Zoology of the Penn- sylvania Department of Agriculture, attached to a twig of the black locust State Zoologist Surface, in acknowl- edging the receipt of the specimen, said: "The locust branch which you sent to us has been received, with the at- tached insects. This is entered in our collection as No. 13,559. The pest is the Bag- Worm, which is a chewing in- s^^ect, and feeds on the leaves of va- rious kinds of trees, especially apple, plum, quince, cherry, and the conifera. It can be killed by picking by hand, and destroyed by burning; or, it can be killed by spraying with arsenical liquids, using one-third pound of Paris green, or two pounds of arsenate- lead, to fifty gallons of water. Its chief de- struction is in feeding on the foliage of trees on which it is found, making them brown and full of holes. "You have noticed the little pieces of wood on the outside of the cocoon. This, of course, is the bag, and by cut- ting it open 5'ou will find the worm inside. There is a similar species found in India, where it is believed the worms represent the departed souls of jiersons who stole kindling wood in this world and are doomed to carry it with them through the next." NEWS NOTES. Adell, Wis. — A. E. Frost is arrang- ing to carry on the nursery business here. Litchfield, Conn. — The Rosemere Nursery is installing a new heating system. Springfield, Mass. — Mark Aitken, the florist, has bought the E. N. Powers' place at Agawam and in the spring will erect a large greenhouse thereon. IMP SOAP SPRAY THREE SUCCESSFUL YEARS Outdoor or Indoor ELM BEETLE OR WHITE FLY EASTERN CHEMICAL CO. Pittsburg Street, Boston, Mass. August 21, 1909 HORTICULTURE 29T PULLMAN'S INSECT and WORM DESTROYER Kills Worms and Ants In ground. Kills Cut Worms. Kills all kinds of Insects. Acts as Fertilizer to ground. This powder Is put up In packages from 1 to 100 lbs. Full directions and testimonials In each package. PKICE lib 80c I as lbs SI. SO 6 lb« 36c I 50 lbs 2.76 10 lbs 63c I loo lbs 5.00 NICOTINE Kills Thrlps, Bed Spider, Black Fly, ApUs, Green Fly and other greenhouse pests. This solution Is put up In H pt. cans •••at 35c I 1 pt. ons^^^at * 1.40 H pt. cans •••at 50c 1 qt. cans^.^at 8.T6 j^ pt cans •• .at 90c | K gal cans at 5.00 Sgalca s at 40.00 Salesmen Wanted Evarywhere — Maie By— The Philadelphia Insecticide Co. 324 Queen Lane, Germantown, Phila.. Pa. The Best BugKillerand Bloom Saver For PROOF Write to P.R.PaietlionraCo. OWENSMRO, KT. THIS KILLS MILDEW EVERY TIME FOR PARTICULARS WRITE Benjamin Dorrance ROSE GROWERS Dorranceton, Penna. Dusting or Itimi^atiii^ 26 lb*.. t^-OO I OO lb».. S 3.00 ^ 60 lb*.. I.7S BOO lb*.. I4.00 2C OOO lb,., 62-60 Barckr St, New York. CATALOGUE Designing and Illustrating For tlorists, seedsmen, etc. Photographs and de.slsiis of all kinds carefully made and promptly submitted. CEO. E. DOW _ 178 Washington St, Boston, Mass. * Established 1875 at Mt. Kisco, N. Y. » \ HAMMOND'S PMNTtKD SLUG SHOT WORKS I Fishkill - on - Hudson, N. Y. FOR FLORISTS' AND GARDENERS' USE 30 YEARS OF PRACTICAL TEST OF THESE IN THE U. S. GRAPE DUST is excellent to check Spot on Chry- santhemums and Black Fly, also all sorts of IVIildew on Roses, Vegetables under glass, etc. It is put up 6, 10 and 25 lb. bag^, in kegs and barrels. It is ex- tensively used at the present time in the United States. Sold by the Seedsmen of America. \ 9 9 9- 9 9 9- 9 9- 9 9- 9- I 9- 9- 9' 9- 9 9 sr 9 9- 9 9- 9 9 9 9 9 9- 9 9 9- I 9 9 ? 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9- 9- 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9- 9 9 9 9 fl«(««W««W«««''<«<«WW<«<«^V«(C'«<«W<««<«<«<«W<«'«(«4 New Chicago Sprayer This sprayer is made of aluminum with two brass plates, one fine, one coarse. These are easily removed and quickly cleaned. Spraying face 41/0 inches wide, nozzle 6% Inches long; % inch pipe connec- tions. These sprayers will never wear out and are said by users to be the finest on the market. Send to us for testimonials from growers using them. Price $2.50 Each -E. H. Hunt, 76-78 Wabash Ave., Chicago, 111. SCAliKSIDE I Will p^'sitivcly at.■:^tr■'y SAN .l> l'. SCALK and all siift bodied suckiug iniiL-ct-: \rilUuut injuo' to tlu tree. Simple, more eL.ective and cheapt-r than Lime Sulphur. Not an experiment. On© g:ni;..n makes lO to IJO gallons spray by sinu-ly addin? water. Stud for Bootiltt, "Orcliajrd In^mrance." B. G. PRAH CO., 50 CHURCH ST., NEW YORK CITY. In ordering goods please add '*l saw it in HORTICULTURE." Which Spray Pump^ TH^B Bhall you bay? Buy the Spray Pninp that fully meets the demands ofthe Government AgrI cultaral Scientists and all practl cal Fruit Growers, These pumps are widely known as DEMING SPRAYERS and are made In 23 styles for use in Binall ipardens or immense orchards. Write for our 1909 catalog with SpraylnK Chart. Add 4 cents post age ana receive "Spraying tor , Profit." a useful guide book. CHARLES J. JAGtR GO. 281-286 FnmkliB 8*.. Boston SPRAYED S98 HORTICULTURE August 21, 1909 HEWS STANDARD POTS ** WORLDS LARGEST MANUFACTURERS! POT MAKERS FOR 140 YEARS Pearson Street, LONG ISLAND CITY, N. Y. WRITE FOR CATALOGUE AND DISCOUNTS A. H. HEWS & CO., Inc. CAMBRIDGE, MASS. 452-460 No. Branch St^ CHICAGO, ILL. PATENTS GRANTED. 92!),647. Fruit Picker. Rasmus P. An- derson, Los Angeles, Cal. 929,657. Modulating Valve for Steam Heating Systems. Edward W. Comfort and James L. Fitts, Pensauken township, Camden County, N. J., as- signors to Warren Webster & Company, a Corporation of New Jersey. 929,814 and 930, G29. Lawn Mower. James H. Auble, Cincinnati, Ohio, assignor of two- thirds to Jacob H. Brom- well, Wyoming, Ohio, and James J. McDonald, Cincin- nati, Ohio. 930,034. Pipe Connection and Support. Eugen Boernel, Berlin, Germany. 930,058. Lawn Mower. Louie J. Ertl, Nebraska City, Neb. Home Study PROF. CRAIC Complete Home Study Courses in Agriculture. Horticulture, Floriculture, Landicape Gar- dening. Forestry, Poultry Cul- ture and Veterinary Science under Prof. Brooks of the Mass. Agricultural College. Prof. Craig of Cornell University, and other eminent teachers. Over one hundred Home Study Courses under able professors in leading colleges. 256 page catalog free. Write today. The HOME CORRESPONDENCE SCHOOL Dept. H. Sprinefi'-Id Mass. STANDARD FLOWER POTS Packed ia Email crates, easy to handle. Price per crate 1500 1 in.pots in crate $4.88 1500 2 }i "500 >ii 10003 800 3H 5004 456 4Vi 3205 aiosS 5-=5 6.00 5.00 5.80 4.50 5.24 4-51 3-78 Price per crate 144 6 in. pots in crate $3.16 1207 " " 4.20 608 '• " 3,00 HAND MADE 48 9 in. pots in crate $3.60 48 10 " " 4.80 24 II " " 3-6° 24" " " 4.80 12 14 " " 4.80 616 " " ^.50 Seed pans, same price as pots. Send for price list of Cylinders for Cut flowers. Hanging Baskets, Lawn Vases, etc. Ten per cent, off for cash with order. Address HUflng:er Bros., Pottery, Fort Edward.N.Y. -August Rolker i Soni, Agtt. tl Barclay St. N. If. GIty. SyracuseRedPots ALL THE STANDARD SIZES It will soon be time to order large pots for fall potting. We have a full line of the best. Syracuse Pottery Co., Syracuse, |— STANDARD FLOWER — If your greenhouses are within 500 miles of the Capitol, write us, we can save you money. W. H. ERNEST - 28lh i M Sts., - Washington, D. C. — GREENHOUSES BUILDING OR CONTEMPLATED. Tacoma, Wash. — J. Burrows, house. 20x60. Adams, Mass. — A. J. Boothman, one house. Westport, Conn. — Wm. Burr, one house. Tacoma, Wash. — J. TBenthlen, house, 50x60. Oconto, Wis. — J. Sylvester, Improve- ments. Holland, Pa. — G. Swearer, house, 50x300. Bangor, Mich. — A. E. Davis, two houses. Mansfield, Pa. — Mrs. Robt. Crossley, additions. Darby, Pa. — Edmonson & Fenton, two houses. New Canaan, Ct. — Stephen B. Hoyt, range of houses. Painesville, O. — Storrs & Harrison Co., storage cellar, 112x240. Huntington, N. Y. — L. D. Hurd, two houses, one 28x9G, one 16x96. Newport, R. I. — Carl Jurgens, addi- tions and improvements. Marshfield, Wis.— Robt. T. Macklin, four houses with walls and benches of concrete. Grand Island, Neb. — Ellsworth Green- houses, four houses, two 16x100 each, one 22x140, one 80x125. Buffalo, N. Y.— E. O. Barrman of High street is adding a greenhouse, 20x90, to the one built a year previous. NEWS NOTES. Detroit, Mich. — The Simonds Heat- ing & Specialty Co. have moved across Washington avenue to No. 104. Buffalo, N. Y. — Jno. Spiess & Son, Peach street florists, are erecting a store and dwelling in addition to their greenhouses. Pittsburg, Pa. — A disastrous hail and wind storm swept over this section Aug. 5, wrecking the glass of A. R. Peacock. H. J. Heinz, H. C. Finch. Randolph & McClements lost about 15,000 feet of glass. The Advance Co., Richmond, Ind., writes that they have received an in- quiry from Berlin, Germany, for op- portunity to handle their goods. Or- ders are now piling in on them. A sentiment in favor of an annual Arbor Day is growing in Great Britain. The first half of October has been sug- gested as a suitable time and road- side fruit tree planting after the man- ner of some districts in Germany has been recommended by some writers as a good way to make a beginning which will at once enlist the interest of the public. Typewriters NEW AND REBUILT 50LD and RENTED Prices, $15 Up; Liberal Terms v; THE OFFICE APPLIANCE CO. 15 State Street, Boston, Mass. STIC A U5EITN0W« F.O.PIERGECO, 112 W.BROADWAY NEW YORK Hastica Is elastic and tenacious, admits of ex- pansion and contraction. Putty becomes hard and brittle. Broken glass more easily removed without breaking of other glass as occurs with hard putty. Lasts longer than putty. Easy to apply. Send your busineis direct to Washlo^oa. Soves time aod insures bettar sarvice. Personal attention guaranteed. Twenty-five yeors' active service. SPECLALTY; " World ng on the FaUoM ol Others." 8IGGERS & SIG6EA8 PATBNT LAWYBKS Box 9, NatJonsI Untes Buiidtog Waahlnetoa, D. C. GREENHOUSE CONSTRUCTION LUMBER John C. Moninger Co. 1 17 E. Blackhawk St., CHICAQO. 7»»»»»»»«»^»«»»^»' Holds Class Firmly See the Point 4E PEERlfSS GlBzlnff Points are the best. No righta or leTtB. Box of 1.000 poiDU 75 eta. poatp&ld. OENBT A. DREER, 7X4 ChMtBBt St., PhllA., Pft. fcaaaaaa^aai August 21, 1909 HORTICULTURE 89» KROESGHELL BOILER HADE OF FIBE BOX FLANGE PLATE Can not Crack Witer Spaci ii Front, Sides and Back The Meet Popular Boiler Made SEND FOR MTAL06UE. KROESCHELL BROS. GO. 466Erl«St., CHICAGO, ILL. BTMTtblng for Ore«ntiouBe BuUdlDg Write for Infor- mation and prices. El FOOT WIDE KIND IRON FRAME GREENHOUSE In Widths from 14 feet o inches to 54 feet o inches. Withont posts. KINO TRUSS SASH BAR HOUSES. IRON GUTTERS AND EAVES. IRON AND CYPRESS BENCHES. VENTILATING MACHINERY. KING CONSTRUCTION CO. NORTH TONAWANDA, N. T. mm SISH ^ SIRS S2 fMt 9T loac«i HOT BED SASH PECKY CYPRESS BENCH LUMBER QREENH0U5E5 nEOnDiun EQUIPPED COMPLETE IF DESI8EI Wrtt0 for Cireulmr "D" uad met Hi i. T. 8TEIENS LDMBU «lc NEPONtET. BOSTON, MASS. THE ADVANCE MACHINE A Connecticut florist writes us Aug. 10, " I cheerfully enclose check herewith to cover bill of July i5ih No difficulty what- ever experienced in erecting the machines and am immensely pleased with the ease of opera- tion." That sounds good. It is the easy erecting and the easy work after being up, together with a fair price, that brings us the orders. We only need a trial by you to make you our friend. Send for an estimate. The Advance Go. RICHMOND, IND. We can supply in any Size or Length and in Car Loads or any Quantity PECKY CYPRESS The Ideal Lumber for Greenhouse Benches MOST LASTING -LEAST EXPENSIVE When ordering your other building material it is wise to add enough Pecky Cypress to make the shipment a carlot and so take advantage of lower carload freight rates. THE FOLEY MFG. CO., WRITE TO US FOR PRICES 26th & WESTERN AVES. Chicago \ STANDARD PLATE QLA5S CO. rianufacturers — Importers — Jobbers NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY FRENCH OR AMERICAN GREENHOUSE GLASS LOWEST PRICES ON REQUEST 26-30 Sudbury St. BOSTON, HASS. 61-63 Portland St. Low prices are helping demand on Green House Glass, take advantage, write us for prices Sharp, Partridge & Co., 22Hd& Lumber sis., CHICAGO, ILL. BOSTON PLATE & WINDOW GLASS CO. GREENHOUSE GLASS GERMAN AND AMERICAN 261 to 287 A Street BOSTON 20 to 22 Canal Street FOR SALE GLASS New American natural glass made 8x10 and 10x12 B, sin- gle, $1.55 per box; 8x10. 10x12 and 10x15, B, double, $1.80 per box; 12x14 to 12x20, 14x16 to 14x20, B, double, $1.92 per box; 18x16 and 16x18, B, double, $2.00 per box; 16x20, 16x22 and 12x24, B, douljle. $2.08 per box: 16x24, B, double, $2.13 per box. Discount In large quantities. nine Good serviceable second-hand with r I r C good threads and a coupling with each length, no .iunk— 1 to., 3e.; IV* to., 4%c.; m in., 5c.; 2 In., 6%c.; 214 to., 10%e.; 3 In., at 14c. and 4 to. at 19c. New 2 to. standard black, S%c. Old 4 In. greenhouse pipe, 14c. per foot; 4 In. boiler tubes, 7c. per foot. We quote you above only a lew of our prices. We manufacture aud job to every- thing pertaining to greenbouses, both new and secondhand. Get our prices before placing y»ur orders. ' miETROPOLITAN IVIaTERIAL CO. Greenhouse Wreckers -392-1402 netropolitan Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y Evans 20th Gentunr Am Will not tmst the shafting pipe. Three times the power of old style elbow arms. Sold only with Evans Challenge Machine. IVriie for fret Caialorue to QUAKER CITY MACHINE CO. Richmond, Ind. The FL0BIST8' HAIL 1S80CIATIOI OF AMERICA. l«8«rer of 2»,000,0t» 8^ ft. of glM». F" particBlars «ddi«« John CU Est«r,S«c'y,8ascr/pl'/on, ^10 Oj 302 HORTICULTURE, August 28, 1909 R. VINCENT JR, & SONS GO,, WHITE MARSH, MD. GROWERS OF PLANTS FOR THE TRADE have 300,000 feet of Glass devoted exclusively to the growing of small plants. Are specialists in GERANIUMS Our collection is second to none in the country. DAHLIAS 250 of the very best varieties, including the Famous Jack Rose set. CANNAS Standard sorts, in good variety, pot plants a specialty. ALTERNANTHERA, COLEUS, SALVIA, ACERATUM, LANTANA, FUCHSIA and a general line of Bedding Stock. No orders too large for us to handle if placed in time. Special prices made on large quantities for future delivery. A. N. PIERSON,ine., Cromwell, Conn. WHITE KILLARNEY (Waban Strain) Doz. GRAFTED STOCK $6.00 100 2S0 $35.00 $82.50 500 $150 00 1000 $300.00 2500 $687.50 5000 $1,250.00 We are Book ing: Orders Wow for FIELD GROWN CARNATIONS Write for List and Prices. S. J. REUTER <& SON, inc., Westerly, R. I. MARY TOLMAN A New Light Pluk Carnation for 1910. $12.00 per 100. $100.00 per 1000. A. E. Hunt & Co., Evanston, III. Cliicago Carnation Co.,Joliet, III. Hunt Bros., - - Park Ridge, III. CARNATIONS F. DORNER & SONS CO. LaFayette, Ind. SMITH'S ChrysantheiDum Manual The Most Complete Treatise on this Subject. 40c Postpaid ELMERD.SMITH&CO.,»ilrHa,MM. CHARLES H. TOTTV Wholesale Florist Chrysanlhemum Novelties My Specialty Madison, N. J. From Pot CHRYSANTHEMUMS nisi Clay Frick. White Shaw. Early Snow, Hrs. Jas. Harshall. flayor Weaver, The Harriott, $3.00 per 100. Autumn Glory, Ada Spauldlng, Dr. Engue- hard, Dorothy Devens, Qeo. Kalb, Glory of the Pacific, Harry Hay, H. W Relman, Ivory, Jeanne Nonln. J. E. Lager, J. M. Troy, J K. Shaw, riaud Dean, Meta, Monrovia, Hlnnle Wanamaker, nrs. Alice Byron, rirs. Baer, nr». Robert HcArthur, Hajor Bonnaffon, Had K, Bergmann, Nagoya, Polly RoAe, Robt.Halliday, Timothy Eaton, W. H. Lin- coln, Wm. Duckham, etc., $3.00 per 100, $25.00 per 1000. Send for Catalogue of Roses, own root and grafted, ind other miscellaneous stock WOOD BROTHERS FISHKILL, N.Y. PEONIES Send for our liit- The very choiceat Commercial Varietiei. FIELD CARNATIONS Pure White Enchantress Afterglow, Winona, Winsor, splendid plants, $6 per 100, $50 per 1000 THE E. G. HILL CO., Rlchmontl, Indiana. LOOK! PROSPERITY. TARIFF SETTLED. RUSH UP AraucariasOurSpecialty Importations Larger Than Ever il^jf 500 Araucarlas in the following sizes: — 50 at $200; 50 at $1.00; 200 at 75c; 200 at 50c, just shipped this week to a large New England town. More in town this week. AraucaHa ExceUa QIauca, Specimen Plants, Spring 1908 importation, 7 inch pots, 25, 30, 38, 40 inches high, 6 years old, s.itable for the ver- anda, porch or lawn, $2.00, $2.50, $3.00 each, worth double that amount. Same Varieties, April 1900 importation, 15- 20-32 inches high, $i,oo, $1.25, $1.53. Araucaria Bxcclsa, 5, 5J4, 6 inch pots, 2-3-4 years old, 40c., 50c , 6qc , 75c., $1.0^. Araucaria kobusta and QIauca, 6 inch pots, 23 tiers, 3 years old, $1,00, $1.25. $1.50, Keotia rorsteriana. 6-7 inch pots, 25, 30, 40, 50 inches high, $1,00, $1.25, $1 50, $200, $3.00 each. Belmoreana, 6 inch pots, 5 to 6 leaves, $i.oo, $1.25, $1 30. Cocos Weddeliana, 3-4 inch, 15c., t8c., 25c. Adlantum Hybrldum. valuable for fronds for cutting, big bushes suitable for 6, 7, 8 inch pots, 30c., 4cc., 50c. Areca lutesccns, 4 inch, 25c. Begonia Gloire de Lorraine, 4 inch, 25c. Lonsdale light pink and the dark pink. Sago palms, loc. per leaf, 5-35 leaves to a plant, 6 7-8 inch pots. Asparagus Plumosa nana, 2H inch, 3c; 3 inch, 5c: 4 inch, loc. Sprengeri, :;54 inch, 3c; 4 inch, 8c. Rubbers or FIcus elastlca. 6 inch. 40c, ^cc. Boston, Whltmanl, Scottli Ferns, 5-6 inch, 35c, 400, 50c. Ferns lor dishes, big assortment, $3.00 per 100, zH inch pots. Solanum multlflorum (Jerusalem Cher- ries), newest strain, 2% inch, $5.00 per 100. Cash with order please. GODFREY ASCHMANN Importer and Wholesale Grower of Pot Plants 1012 W. Ontario St., PHILADELPHIA, ?k. All goods must travel at purchaser's risk l>>»»)>)ft»»»»)ft»ftftft>l»»#l»lft>D»»l>>)»^ FIELD GROWN Good, Clean, Healthy Plants in popular varieties. SEND FOR PRICES. J. L. DILLON BLOOMSBURG, - PA. i Field Grown Carnations Enchantress, Winsor, Queen, Fenn, Beacon and Lawson. $6 00 per 100. Cash. CHARLES H. GREEN, - Spencer, Mass. Bepnia Gloire de Lorraine Leaf stock, June Delivery, $15 per 100, $145 per lOOO, from 2% la pots Stock guaranteed to be absolutely free from disease. THOMAS ROLAND, NAHANT, MASS. PyEONIES BALANCE OF FIELD CARNATIONS 16 Acres for FaH Delivery. WRITE FOR PRICES. Winsor, Beacon, Rose and While Enchan- iress, $8. CO per loo. Enchantress and White Perfection, f 7.00 per 100. GILBERT H. WILD, Sarcoxie. Mo. I. M. RAYNER, Greenport, N.Y. August 2S, 1909 HORTICULTURE 303 Nephrolepis Elegantissima Compacta Another New Fern Originating witit Us, to lie Introduced Fall, 1909 Of all the valuable introductions in ferns that we have sent out, beginning with the Pierson (Nephrolepsis Pier- soni), we consider Elegantissima Compacta the most valuable of all, particularly from a commercial standpoint. While this resembles Elegantissima in a general way, it is far superior to that variety, on account of its perfect habit. Yet it can hardly be compared with Elegantissima except in a general way, because it occupies a place by it- self, and is as distinct from Elegantissima as that variety is from Piersoni — in fact it bears the same relation to Elegan- tissima that Scottii does to Bostoniensis. Elegantissima Compacta has an ideal habit. The fronds are considerably shorter than those of Elegantissima, and it is a more compact plant. It throws a great many more crowns naturally, making a very bushy, dwarf, compact plant. The difference between the two varieties can be seen at a glance. Fine, *trong plants, 2^-in. pots, $5.00 per doz., $35.00 per 100; 4-in. pots, $7.50 per doz., $50.00 per 100; 6-in. pans $1.50 each ; 8-in. pans, $3.00 each.] We mike a specialty of all kinds of Nephrolepis, carrying a large stock of all sites at all times — Piersoni, Elegintis5iim, Superbissima, Bostoniensis, Scottii, Whitmani, Amerpohli, etc. F. R. PIERSON CO. Tarrytown-on-the-Hudson, NEW YORK Pandanus Utilis Extra fine healthy stock, out of 3-in. pels, at $ia.oo per 100. SMILAX, out of 3-in. pots, at $3.00 per 100. BEGONIA GRACILIS LUMINOdA, out of 4-in. pots, at $5.ao per 100. ▲irpBLOPSIS VEITCHII, a year old plants out of 4-ia. pots, $2.00 per doz. CLEMATIS PANICULATA. out of 6-in. pots, $3.00 per doz. JAMAICA AVE., OPP. SCHENCK AVE , :i3i*ooi«;i^'^iv, i«g. ^g". PALMS, FERNS AND DECORATIVE PLANTS JOHN SCOTT Rutland Road and E. 45th St. TeL =8qo Bedford BROOKLYN, N.Y. FERNS FOR DISHES Assorted varieties, 2 in. pots, $3 per 100, $25 per loco. PRIMROSES OBGONICA AND CHINESE Best strains, 2J4 in- peats'. $r per 100, $:25 per 1000. Cash with order, FRANK OECHSLIN 867a "Vr. Adams St., - CHICAGO, ILI.. LANTS STAKES Canadense, Super" bum. Single and Double Tigers, named Elegans, LILIES Tenuifolium, Wallacei, etc. ', GERMAN AND JAPAN IRIS, DEL- PHINIUM FORMOSUM Write for prices E.S.MILLER Wading River L. I., N.Y. PEACOCK'S CELEBRATED NEW DAHLIAS JACK ROSE and other cut flower sorts. SEND FOR CATALOG. Peacock Dahlia Farms WIMIamstown Junction, N-J. ROBERT CRAIG CO. ROSES. PALMS, and novelties In Decorative Plants MARKET and 49th STREETS., PHILADELPHIA, PA. Chinese Primulas Vllmorin's Finest. From 2h inch pots, very strong. $3.00 per tOO Cash. Nortli and Wilton Aves. BALTIMORE, MO. If you want to do business Advertise in Horticulture. Our 1909 list of PEONIES, PHLOX and IRIS Is now ready, also Preliminary List of CHOICE EVERGREENS and DECIDUOUS TREES Sent free to all applicants T.C.Thuriow&Co.,^%^s7'"'^'' Having just returned from Europe I am now in a position to offer 20,000 AZALEAS in leading varieties at lowest wholesale prices, also Araucarias, Asparagus, Crotons, Arecas, Cocos, Kentias, Latanias, Phoenix, Rubbers, Pandanus, 1 50,000 Small Ferns for Dishes in best sorts Wholesale Price List on Application. A. LEUTHY & CO. PERKINS ST. NURSERIES" ROSLINOALE, BOiTON, MASS. ASTER PLANTS. Semples Branching, Vicks and Queen of the Market fine plants grown from the be^t seed, 3 colors, $2.^0 per loco; 5000 for $10.00. Cabbage, Tomato and Celery Plants, all kinds, fine plants. $1.00 per 1000; :f8 00 per lo.ooc. Peppers and Cauliflower. Best kinds, $2.00 per 1000. J. C. SCHMIDT, Bristol, Pa. 304 HORTICULTURE August 28, ISO* CHOICE EVERGREENS Our Collection of Conifers shown at Cincinnati was a centre of attraction and rated by many as the finest display of its kind ever made at any S. A. F. Convention. It was representative of the stock we have for sale, including Blue Spruce, Juniperus, Retinosporas, Thuyas, etc., of all the choicest and hardiest varieties. All our Evergreens are well cultivated and are dug with a ball of roots and earth. Shade, Ornamental Standard and Weeping Trees. We have thousands in all sizes aid varieties. Straight stemmed, healthy and vigorous. Herbaceous Plants. The largest and most complete collection in this country. DECORATIVE PLANTS, PALMS, FERNS, BAY TREES, BOXWOOD, Etc., in immense variety. SPECIAL PRICES on Urge qoantltles given on applicatloi. PRICE-LIST mailed on request. Visit our grounds. We shall be pleased to show you round. You will find it to be TIIME WELL SPENT. BOBBINK & ATKINS Nurserymen iS^ Florists RUTHERFORD, N.J. EMINENT NOVELTY 1909 New Hardy Yellow Border Carnation "Comtess Knuth" Splendid cut flowers from July to November. Strong layers, $20 per loo. Vigorous cuttings, $15 per 100. Larger quantities, price on applica- tion. LILY OF THE VALLEY PIPS Price on Application. Hjolmar Hartmann & Co. COPENHAGEN. DENMARK JARDINIERE FERNS IN BEST VARIETIES. VERY FINE STOCK. $3.50 per 100, $30.00 per 1000 ROSE HILL NURSERIES New Rochelle, N. Y. ORCHIDS All Orchids. Nothing but Orchids. Best Orchids. Qood Orchids. We Collect Them. Write Today. CARRILLO & BALDWIN, Secaucus, N. J. IMPORTED ORCHIDS Now Arriving Julius Roehrs Co. R UTH e R FORD, N. J. NEPHROLEPIS MAGNIFICA THE 8RN8ATIONAL NOVHI/rT BtroDC 2^-lD. Btock, (25.00 per 100. WHITMANII m-ln., MO.OO per 1000; 8H-ln., trom Bench, $8.00 per 100. BOSTON FER^S $,!0.00 per 1 000. H. H. BARROWS & SON, WHITMAN. MASS. JOHN WATERER & SON, Ltd. American Nursery Dagshot, England Are Specialists in the REALLY HARDY VARIETIES of Rhododendron Hybrids and in Select Varieties of Hardy Border Plants Palms Shrubs ^mM JFLORiST Ferns Perennials Send for Our Catalogue. The GEO. WITTBOLD CO., 1657 Buckingham Place, Chicago. III. LAGER ®. HURRELL ORCHIDS Established and Fresh Imported. SUMMIT, N. J. ORCHIDS! Arrived In flrst-class condition C. Lablata, D. Blgibbum and expect In a few days C. Gigas and Sanderlana and C. Mosslae. ORDONEZ BROS. 41 West 28tli St , - New York City and Madison, N. J. ORCHIDS Larye*t Importer », Eac^orters, Ot utmwv* and HybridUts in the World Sander, St. Albans, England and 23B Broadway, Room I NEW YORK CITY Prices Quoted in these Columns are for Dealers Onlv. When Writine: to Advertisers Please Mention HORTICULTURE. August 2S, 1909 HORTICULTURE 305 Notes from the Arnold Arboretum Among the new Chinese Honeysuckles there is one which belongs to the most beautiful of all climbing Honeysuckles. This is Lonicera tragophylla, a species allied to L. Caprifolium, but with much larger bright yellow flowers in many-flowered clusters. It is a vig- orous growing vine with oblong bright green and lus- trous leaves from three to four inches in length. The flowers are the largest of any Honeysuckle in cultivation but one which is mentioned below and measure two and a half to three inches in length: tliey appear at the end of the branchlets in ten to twelve-flowered clusters sub- tended bv a pair of connate leaves forming a roundish disk and are bright 3'ellow. About its hardiness in this latitude we cannot yet speak definitely, as our plants have not yet been tried out of doors, but in England it has proved perfectly hardy and has flowered profusely. The species which has the largest flowers of all is L. HUdehranJiana from Burma, with orange red flowers from four to seven inches in length; unfortunately it is not hardy here, though it is doing well in California. Of the other recently introduced Chinese species none seems to surpass in beauty the best of the species al- ready in cultivation. The climbing Lonicera subae- qualis resembles the western L. ciliosa, while Lonkvra Henryi is allied to L. japonica, but has narrower leaves and smaller red flowers not much more than half an inch long. Lonicera lanceolata is an upright shrub allied to L. orientalis with oblong-lanceolate leaves from two to three inches long and small lilac flowers followed by black fruits. Lonicera MaacMi podocarpa is not quite as beautiful as the type which is one of the finest Bush Honeysuckles, but still too little known. Lonicera mucronata is a low shrub allied to L. fragrantissima with small white fragrant flowers appearing before the leaves which are very small and half evergreen. Loni- cera trichosantha is a low shrub with slender spreading and sometimes almost prostrate branches, light bluish green leaves from one to two inches long and small yel- lowish flowers followed by red berries. Lonicera pileata and L. gijnochlamijdea have insignificant whitish flowers followed by rather small red berries; the foliage of the first species is nearly evergreen and small, while the second has large lanceolate leaves from two to four inches long; both are probably tender. Three other species, viz., L. deflexicalyx, L. leycesterioides and L. Altmannii have already been mentioned and briefly described in the issue of June 26. and as another spe- cies new to cultivation and allied to the last named may added here L. Olgae from Turkestan with small bluish green ovate leaves and small white flowers. As one of the handsomest and most graceful in its fruiting state of the Hollies with deciduous leaves must be considered Ilex grnicuhita from Japan whieh is new to cultivation and fruited last year for the first time profusely at the Arboretum. It is a slender-branched shrub with ovate-oblong leaves about two inches long and pea-sized crimson fruits borne in twos or threes or solitary on thread-like pendulous stalks about one inch long : they ripen in August and last until the end of October when the leaves turn yellow. Like other Hol- lies the species is dioecious and it is therefore necessary to plant staminate together with pistillate plants to insure profuse fruiting. Sabbatia chloroides In August this charming bright pink sabbatia is noticeable in the flowci- shops of Philadelphia. It is indigenous to the light soils of the Xew Jersey pine barrens, principally on tlie margins of ponds or streams. A few thousands planted in your home grounds in a similar situation, and in light, sweet soil, will give a good account of themselves. The flower reminds one of a miniature pink cosmos, and is delicately fragrant. One of the important features that should be carefully noted on this suliject as a cut flower is that every one of the unopened buds shown in the illustration opens out nicely in water. Excellent as a cut flower. Hab- itat: Atlantic States, Massachusetts to Florida. Can be procured from Dreer, or any of the hardv plant dealers advertising in HoiiTicuLTURE. The Propagation of the Phlox NOTES FROM THE YORK, XKIiliASICA, EXPERIMENT STATION For some years we have been engaged in originating new and hardy varieties. First, we want flowers of superior beauty. Second, we should have a fine head, large and symmetrical. Many phloxes lack this. Third, we must have a plant that wall endure continuous wet weather without rusting and blighting. At least one- half of the imported ones are worthless in tliis respect. Fourth, we want those tliat can endure the terrible heat of our western plains. Etna, Coquelicot and LcMahdi 306 HORTICULTURE August 28, 1909 cannot omlure our Imt and dry conditions. Fifth, ^ve want a robust plant tliat will be a rapid multiplier. When we get a flower like Fraulein Von Lossburg it is not very satisfactory to have it grow two years and show but one stem, while Zouave, for instance, would give half a dozen or more. PEEPOTENCY IN PLANTS This trait is prominent .with some breeds of animals. The black Galway takes all the horns off his progeny and makes each one a present of a lilack overcoat. Some phloxes which yield plenty of seed have the power to impress? themselves on their offspring. Most prominent is Crepnscule, a flower with immense florets, often larger than a silver dollar, and with such an im- mense symmetrical head that one in a vase is enough and the petals match so well that the crown seems one complete flower. This is peculiar in the variableness of its colors. I saw some growing in cool Colorado and they were dark lavender and not especially attractive. In hot Nebraska mine were snowy white with crimson center, the most imposing of the whole family. But I notice when the weather grows cold and nights are frosty the blossoms are lavender as in Colorado. I never saw a flower which so impressed itself on its neighbors. Even feeble Coquelicot responded giving a stronger plant with a larger flower. Crossed with Eichard Wal- lace 1 have my Arete which fills all the points of excel- lence. It is not as tall as Eichard Wallace for the mother is dwarfish. It has a finer head and larger florets and it is very robust and a rapid multiplier. I often get five divisions from one plant in a year. So if it is equal in beauty to F. Von Lossburg it is worth five times as much. Unfortunately Crepnscule is a slow multiplier. This troubled me. Few florists have them and they are high but applying my system of propagation from roots I have now five hundred at least. The process is simple. Here is a strong plant with a large tuft of roots. You do not need so many in planting. Too many roots are in each other's way. For a vigorous plant for next season it is just as well to have short roots. Set a sharp spade in the ground beside the plant. Put it about half way down, then turn it and cut off all the roots. There will be a ma^s of jilucky little fellows left. Will thev give uj) and die? Not much! Eather late in the spring tliey will come up in a mass as if looking for their mother. Not finding her they go on just the same. There will be about a dozen in one clump. I have had twenty spring up from one tuft of roots. Let them grow one vear then ]ilant them out and you find you are doing far better than by the usual method of cut- tings. Some times I cut off the roots, put them in earth in the cellar and jilant in the spring. If you put one tiny root in a pot you will beat cuttings all out. Well, a dozen Crepuscules planted in a group of fine varieties will make such an impression on them that when you plant the seed in the fall you will find next year von are raising miracles. I have scores of these seedlings on the way and when you compare them with the imported ones the foreigners look ashamed. Of course not all the seedlings will be worthy of a name, but they go into the mixed lots and many with a better chance and not so badly crowded will ultimate in choice flowers. We arc finding some beautifully variegated ones. Some large white with a slight tinting of pink. One dark red with veinings like an iris. In fact we seem to be in wonderland, surprises springing up all around us, and tlie process is so simple that a child can use it. ^Vhat a field for women who love^ flowers, who can call out from the unknown, forms of radiant beauty. We are naming our new creations from the heathen goddesses. Alcyone, at its best, has petals larger than a dollar; color of the purest white with a ring of crimson and often five dots like stars in place of tlie ring in center. It is very early and its blooming time is soon over. It is not a rapid multiplier and we cannot increase it as fast as we would like to do. We are increasing Arete so rapidly we shall put some on the market soon. Crepns- cule is dwarfish and rather late and continues to bloom nntil frost comes. The petals do not shake off as badly as some others. When possible we want to perpetuate these perpetual blooming qualities. The old favorite Eclaireur has a Ijeautiful red blossom with very large petals. We have known it to resist the blight and bloom radiantly when other kinds were forlorn and ragged with the rust. By taking the most vigorous and grouping them you arc sure of a good combination. We do not try hand polenization. The bees attend to that, giving most satisfactory results. Always sow the seed in the fall, cover lightly. They love the slush and snow of spring and do not mind the frosts. They are among the hardiest of our plants. York, Nebraska. (^ ifU^yry^/hA^ Hybrid Calceolarias (See Covci- lUustratiou.) Calceolarias are amongst the most interesting and useful plants for greenhouse and conservatoiy decora- tion during the late months of spring and early sum- mer, and a whole house devoted to them when in full bloom, as shown in the accompanying photograph, is quite a feature where the gla.ss department is kept for show as well as utility. Their culture is com|)aratively easy when their re- quirements arc tlioronghly understood. The man in charge of them must be interested in his plants, and he must keej) an ever watchful eye on them; a slip- shod method of culture will soon result in failure. To obtain large specimens we sow our seed early in July. The seed should lie sown in pans filled with light, sandy soil which should be thoroughly soaked before sowing. August 28, 1909 HORTICULTURE 307 Calceolaria Clibrani During the past two j-ears this new calceolaria has been gi-own at the Cornell experimental station, and has been found an ideal plant for greenhouse decoration during tJie late spring and early summer months. A subject of greater deco- rative value of this genus Calceo- laria woidd be difficult to find. The plant is very floriferous, bear- ing an abundance of beautiful lemon yellow flowers, in graceful cymose inflorescences which droop and almost completely hide the foli- t.ge from view. One plant eight ninnths old grown from seed, and finally repotted into a 6-incli pot bore upwards of 800 flowers. Generally speaking this plant is not so difficult of culture as the herbaceous type, and can be raised either by seeds or cuttings, the latter method of propagation being preferable if large plants are re- quired. The cuttings should be taken in September or October, and vrill furnish nice specimens by April or ilay. Seeds so\ra about the same time will produce flowering plants during May and June. The plants vary greatly in height when grown from seed, some attaining a height of 4 feet, while others are not more than 18 inches. Great variation also exists among the seedlings, many of the plants producing distinctly mottled leaves. However, by careful selection a very desirable type has evidently been secured, and may be regarded as fixed. As a decorative plant C. Clibrani is well known in Britain, although it is only about two years since its in- troduction, and from our experience with the plant it is not too much to say that it will find favor wherever grown. It is a charming subject for massing with other plants, and even when arranged in individual batches it is very artistic. The greatest virtue of the variety probably lies in the fact that it will stand more heat than the herbaceous t}-pe, and this alone ought to make it popular. In view of the above fact we are using the plant extensively for crossing purposes, with the object of producing varieties better adapted to the climate, as some of the types now grown are not altogether satisfactory', which state of afEairs is due to the excessive heat of the late spring and early summer months. Quite recently a correspondent of "Hortictiltttrc," l\Ir. Stewart, remarked to the effect that a more desir- able type than the old herbaceous one was needed, a statement with which I entirely agree. M / 9net7^ The pans should be plitnged in sand or ashes in as cool and shady a position as possible : a pit or frame facing the north, if available, is the best. The seed, which is very fine, need not be covered with soil, but a sheet of glass placed over the pan will make the condition suitable for germination. After germination, the glass should be removed and when the little seedlings are large enough to be handled with a sharp pointed stick they should be trans- planted into shallow flats or pans filled v\ith the same sort of soil as used for the seeds. As soon as the plants are large enough they should be {wtted singly into three inch pots, tising for this potting a light fibrous loam with a small amount of dried cow manure and leaf soil. As soon as the roots reach the sides of the pots they must be again repotted and so on until they are into their flowering pots, which for the largest speci- men? will be nine inches. The soil for the final potting should be one-half good loam, one-fourth dried cow manure and one-fourth leaf soil, with enough sand to keep the compost open. In potting care should be taken not to firm the soil too much. Up to the time that they begin to show signs of flowering they should be kept in as cool and light a place as possible, a temperature of 35 to 40 suiting them well. Ample room should be given them so as to allow a free circulation of air and the proper development of the leaves. All dead or decaying leaves should be removed and a constant watch should be kept for green fly wliicli is about the only pest that troubles them. They require at all times an abundance of water but careful attention must be paid to the watering. They must never be allowed to become dry, neither should they be allowed to become waterlogged. When the flowering shoots begin to appear an application every two weeks of weak liquid manure will prove beneficial, and as they require it the flower stems should be supported with neat stakes. 5* ''y^^2z<:--<^Sr^ 308 HORTICULTURE, Aagost 28, 190!> HORTICULTURE, TOL. X AUGUST 28, 1909 NO. 9 PUBLISHED WEEKLY BY HORTICULTURE PUBLISHING CO. 11 Hamilton Place. Boston, Mass. Telephone, Oxford sg2 WM J STEWART, Editor and Manager SUBSCRIPTION PRICE One Year, in advance, $ioo: To Foreign Countries, $2.00: To Canada, $1.50 ADVERTISING RATES Per Inch, 30 inches to page ■ $1.00. Discounts on Contracts for consecutive iosertions, as follows: One month (4 times) 5 per cent ; three months (13 times) 10 percent.: lix months (J6 times) 20 per cent. ; one year (52 times) 30 per cent. Page and half page spaces, special rates on application. impress, satisfactory or otherwise, on the men and the movements in liorticulture of the present day. It is unavoidahle tliat views should differ widely as to the wisdom or value of what was aeeomplished at Cincin- nati, according as individual preferences and judgment found endorsement or repudiation in the decisions reached and the manner in which they were reached. But those whose efforts were doomed to defeat, as well as those who returned home with ambitions gratified and the thrill of approval, will now best serve the So- ciety, which is far greater than any man or possible clique of men, by accepting the verdict in which they were interested and leaving to time, the great evener-up, the adjustment of all that for the moment appears ir- reconcilable with what they may have favored as just and wise. Entered as secjnd-cUss matter December 8, 1904, at the Post Office at Bostoa, Mass under the Act of Congress of March 3, 1879. ~ Everyone having the Society's welfare at CONTENTS Page A duty heart will no doubt agree that it is most COVER ILLUSTRATION— House of Calceolarias. neglected hmieutable when, as in the meetings just NOTES FROM THE ARNOLD ARBORETUM-Alfred ^ ^ questions of vital importance to the Rehder 30o _ • i i SABBATIA CHLOROIDES— G. C. Watson-Illustrated 305 organization and to the profession, are settled by the THE PROPAGATION OF THE PHLOX— C. S. Harr.sDn 305 vote of from three to five per cent of the members HYBRID CALCEOLARIAS— W. H. Waite 306 i^ attendance at the convention— less than a quorum, CALCEOLARIA CLIBRANI-H. J. Moore-Illustrated 307 -^^ ^^^^_ Whether decisions thus arrived at fairlv rep- FRANK R. PIERSON— President-elect S. A. F 309 . ^ e .-, 1 '11 A PEONY INQUIRY F,ROM NEW ZEAL.VND 305 '^''^''^ ^^e Views and judgment of the members nobody NEWS OF THE CLUBS AND SOCIETIES: knows, yet it is also true that those who absented them- American Rose Society 309 selves, knowing that important questions were awaiting North Shore Horticultural Society— American Carna- settlement and lial)le to be brouoht up at any time, have tion Society-Massachusetts Horticultural Society- forfeited their riaht to find fatilt if policies distasteful Lenox Horticultural Society iZb , ., , /• ' ^ . rm 11 ji Railroad Gardeners' Convention 327 to them have found approval. 1 he problem of how to Bar Harbor Horticultural Society— Gardeners' and insure a creditable audience for a lecturer or a repre- Florists' Club of Boston— Club and Society Notes.... 328 sentative number for debate and defining of the So- SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS: ciety's position on important questions is as old as Convention Report Completed--Thursday Evening- ^^ g j ^ j^ jj j outranked by none which the lu-idav-The Exibition— List of Exhibitors, Illustrated _, ,. •, ^ ' ,, , •' ,, ,■ ■^ -Convention Notes-Frederick W. Vick, Vice-presi- Executive Board are called upon annually to consider dent-elect. Portrait— The Shooting Contest— Ladies' wlien formulating plans and program. The conveu- Bowlin?— The Bowling Tournament— Report o£ Legis- tion of 1909 certainly reached the limit of transgression lative Committee Concerning Ice Charges— Annual j^^ |]jj^ reo-ard Report of Maryland State Vice-president 310-oH ' ^' LURING RECESS— Florists' and Gardeneis' Club of _^ From the beginning the relative irn- „„„^ ^_, f^" "" Ti'e jjortance of the Trade Exhibition as a American Seed Trade Association— Notes ."lo 'backbone of feature of the annual Convention has OF INTEREST TO RETAIL FLORISTS: the convention i,eeQ growing apace. Once of secon- New Retail Flower Stores — Steamer Departures 316 , j_ -, 1 i. , Flowers by Telegraph 317 "ary account, it has now come to be FLOWER MARKET REPORTS: the backliono of the event, and it is a debatable _question Boston, Buffalo Chicago . 31? whether or not the exhibition, even in its present di- Detroit, New York. Philadelphia 321 . i MISCEI LANEOUS- mensions, w-ould not draw together a full attendance of Business Changes.. 316 the trade, even if all lectures, papers and discussions Chicago Notes •. 317 1 • • 1. i i ±\ mi 1 1 1 • Rochester Notes 317 ^^'^'"'^ eliminated from the program. 1 he plans looking Detroit Notes 317 to the adding of a public horticultural exhibition as Personal 317 an adjunct of all future conventions seem timely and Incon)orated 317 eniinentiv wise. The great horticultural exhibition at Horticultural Instruction 326 ir ■ tt'h td 4. ' xi • c ^i • i. a-ji A Maple Tree Pest-Sylvanus Van Aken 328 ^'"'^'c Hall, Boston, on the occasion of the visit ot the Addenda to Sweet Pea Review— G. C. W 329 S. A. F. to that city in 1890 is frequently referred to Patents Granted 330 as one of the most attractive and instructive features Greenhouses Building or Contemplated 330 p^.pj. provided at a convention. The time seems now to News Notes 330 , ^ , , i-j.- -uix have come when such an adjunct is possible at every — convention. The bright intellects in the trade are Events have moved rapidly and with far- coming to realize the tremendous influence tliat may Now reachinc: influence since our last chat he exerted with the ])ulilic through such a means and all together with our readers. The second Cincinnati ^^ '^^''^^ ""^ h'jvc been losing through failing to pro- vide such an attraction to enthuse and enlisjhten tne convention of the S. A. F. so long looked p^^^^jg ^^ ^j^^ convention city as to the puriwses of our forward to as an occasion of great intere.-it and moment, National Society. We hope that the powers that be has already lieen written into history and lias left its will make provisions for such an accessory next year. August 28, 1909 HORTICULTURE. 809 MEETING OF THE AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY IN CINCINNATI. At the Convention o£ the Society of American Florists there was a meeting of the American Rose Society on Thursday afternoon, August 19, in Music Hall. President Poehlmann called the meet- ing to order at 3.45 and laid before the meeting several matters of impor- tance. This was the first meeting of the Executive Committee since the spring exhibition held in Buffalo. Treasurer May advised that the rate of inteiest had been cut down upon the invested fund from 4 to 3 per cent and in accordance with the by-laws of the Society, Article three, section five, and Article five, section three, requested advisement as to what he should do with the fund which amounted to $300 and the special Hubbard fund, $250. The matter was discussed from various sides and a letter from Spencer Trask & Co., of New Yovk. City, recommend- ing three bonds as investment was read, but it was moved and seconded that the treasurer be directed to in- vest the permanent fund in his hands In New Yoik Savings Banks drawing 4 per cent interest, and that the same be deposited in the name of the Amer- ican Rose Society, and in the case of withdrawal the order should be signed by the treasurer and countersigned by both the president and secretary of the Society. The recommendation of the Committee of Judges at the last exhibi- tion in regard to staging was adopted, the same to be added to the permanent rules. A letter was read from Peter Bisset of Washington, in regard to two gi-owths on cut roses lor exhibition. This matter was discussed and it was resolved that the sentence, "All cut roses (excepting Killarney) in the com- petitive classes must be fiom a single growth of the current season." P. R. Pierson stated that for the coming exhibition to be held in the American Museum of Natural History at 77th street and Central Park West, there would be every accommodation for the finest exhibition, and that the exhibitors and all Interested could rely upon a great crowd of visitors; that there would be no charge for admis- sion and that the Horticultural Soeiety would do all in its power to make everything interesting. The prelimi- nary schedule as reported by the Schedule Committee, which had been appointed by President Poehlmann, was circulated. The number of special prizes has been taken up and efforts will be made to swell them to a large extent. It was reported that the Society had no medals. A letter from the director of the United States Mint at Philadelphia was read and the statement made that only three silver medals and three bronze ones had been struck. Upon the matter of medals, the secretary reported a case where seventy-three school children had joined a society for making home gardens and that a colored washerwoman, while not a member of the "Home Garden Bri- gade" had taken care of her front yard so well that it was a marvel. Ou each side of the fence was a row of roses and also three or four bushes in the grass plot and as a matter of encour- agement to amateur growers of roses everywhere, the secretary asked that the Society would gi-ant tbt& Mrs. b. Lefevere a medal. Mr. Heacock of Wyncote, Pa., inquired particularly about the conditions and stated that he believed that the Rose Society could do no better work than to recognize such cases; that the Rose Society was a Society for amateurs and that we wanted to encourage that kind of work everywhere and moved that a silver medal be given to Mrs. Lefevere; this was unanimously seconded. Upon mo- tion of Prof. Cowell it was ordered that three silver medals and six bronze medals be ordered from the Mint. The matter of annual bulletin was taken up and the same will be pub- lished at the end of the year and 550 were directed to be printed if the sec- retary received support in the way of advertisements for the publication, to increase the number as conditions may warrant. The sense of the Society is that every effort should be made to interest amateurs generally and to provide es- pecially for out-of-door roses and as far as possible keep in touch with every member. Several of the mem- bers present subscribed for one page advertisement in the next edition of the Bulletin. FRANK R. PIERSON, President-elect, Society of American Florists and Ornamental Horticulturists. We were pleased to be able to pre- sent as a cover illustration for our issue of last week, the portrait of this ceaselessly busy man who, having made a signal success of his own business and having given brilliant evidence of his cleverness in handling and solving problems of national im- portance for the benefit of the trade at large, has now been selected as the standard bearer of the great national society for the coming year. Mr. Pier- son has before him the grandest op- portunity to make his administration a record breaker for aggressive useful- ness on broad lines, for the time is ripe for a big movement that will mark an era in American horticulture and it is his duty and privilege to assume the leadership. Mr. Pierson had his training in a good school, the house of Peter Hen- derson & Co.. and Peter Henderson, always observant and shrewd, was often heard to predict that the young man would make his mark in the profession. His start at Tarry- town, where his business is still lo- cated, was a modest one, some thirty years ago. But it grew rapidly, and in a few years the additional establish- ment at Scarboro, N. Y., was inaugu- rated and now ranks among the great show places of the counti-y with over a quarter million square feet of ground covered with glass houses of the most modern type. The chrysanthemum, carnation and fern literature of the past ten years is punctuated with the name of Pierson. as every reader of these lines knows, and among the in- troductions which have been dissemi- nated under his name we do not recall one which has not "made good." The S. A. F. has again shown excellent judgment in the man it has honored with the highest gift in its power. A PEONY INQUIRY FROM NEW ZEALAND. Our Philadelphia correspondent, G. C. Watson, is in receipt of the follow- ing letter from Ivar C. Asplund, Can.- ley Park, Rahotee, Taranaki, New Zea- land: I liave the honor to beg the favor of cojnes of the Anuual Reports or Year Uouks of the Ameiicau I'eony Sodety for the years from 1902 to 1909 inclusive; and lollies of the yearly proceedings of the Couventions of the Society of American Florists from 1902 to 1909 inclusive. Kindly note me as to amount of postage, etc., etc. May I also ask, if it is possible, that you will also favor me with catalogs of noted breeders of the Peony, for which I shall be extremely thankful. The above submitted to Bertrand H. Farr of Reading, Pa., the president of the Peony Society, he replies as fol- lows: I beg to acknowledge the receipt of your favor of August 16th with enclosed letter from Ivar C. Asplund, Taranaki, New Zealand. The publications of the American Peony SoL-iety to date are as follows; A Check List containing the names of every var. of Peonies so far as known, that is to be found in catalogues at the present time, giving the name of introducer and date, where possible, with references to all the literature bearing on each variety so far as known. This list contains about 2700 names at the present time and forms the basis upon which the Society has begun its work, in connection with the Test Plot at Cornell University, where nearly 1000 of these varieties are growing side by side tor the purpose of comparison, having been donated hy all the prominent growers of thi.s country and Europe. The second publication was the begin- ning of the official catalogue of the society, containing a history of the Peony by J. Eliot Colt, Ph. D.. Professor of Horticul- ture at Agricultural Experiment Station, Tucson, Arizona, with articles on cultiva- tion, diseases, etc., and its classification, with a descfiptive list of about 100 varie- ties, following up the work done this season. Another bulletin will be gotten out this fall, giving detailed descriptions of about 275 additional varieties. In ad- dition there was published last spring the otHoial record of the doings of the So- ciety from its beginning until the present time, a period of about 6 years. All of these publications are free to each member of the Society, the member- ship to which is $5.00 with annual dues of S3 per year. The price of the Check List was originally fixed at $5 to non- members. This price was reduced at the last meeting to $2.50. The Peony bulletin, issued by Cornell University can be ob- tained free by any resident of the State of ,\'ew York.' or by any member of the Peonv Society, as thus bulletin was pub- lished by the New Y'ork State Experiment Station " of the College of Agriculture. Non-residents of New Y'ork can obtain it hy appl.ving to Prof. John Craig of Cornell University." but am unable to say what the charge will be. The following are the names and ad- dresses of those who are at the present time growing seedling Peonies, so far as I know: T. C. Thurlow & Son, West Newbnrv. Mass.; George H. Hollis. South Weymouth. Mass.: E. .T. Shaylor. Wellesley Fnrms. Mass.: J. F. Rosenfleld, West Point. Neb.: C. S. Harrison. York, Neb.; nnil O. F. P.rand & Son. Faribault, Minn. Would it not be advisable for nil those interested in Peonies to .loin the American Peony Society, and help this work along, as T feel sure we are established on a sound basis and will accomplish results. The above information bejng of In- terest to many of our readers besides our New Zealand friend, we take pleas- ure in publishing same, and would ask the gentlemen mentioned by Mr. Farr and also other peony growers who may have peony catalogues that are free, to send same to the addresses given. The secretary of the S. A. P. will no doubt inform the inquirer if there be any wav of getting the reports of that so- ciety from 1902 to 1909. 810 HORTICULTURE. August 28, 1909 SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS Convention Report Completed THURSDAY EVENING. Our report of the proceedings as pub- lished last week carried us up to Thursday noon. Thursday afternoon was devoted to the bowling and shoot- ing tournaments, accounts of which will be found in another column. The evening session of the Society opened with the official announceraent of the result of the balloting. H. A. Bun- yard made a motion that the election of his competitor for the secretaryship, Mr. Dorner, be made unanimous and this was done. President-elect Pierson being called upon was given an ovation. He said that he had always been optimistic about the future of the S. A. F. We had now come to a milestone and each should feel his own responsibility. It is our duty to justify the giving of a charter to us by Congress. He asked for the help of all in making the meet- ing at Rochester a great event and expressed the hope that many now liresent might be here again when the Society shall celebrate its golden jubi- lee at Cincinnati. Secretary-elect Dorner expressed his thanks for the honor conferred and promised to do credit to the name he bears, hoping to keep up to the stand- ard of the office in the past and to contribute in every way possible to further the interests of the organiza- tion. Bx-President E. G. Hill was then called upon to act as secretary for the anniversary exercises planned for the evening. He called the roll of the past presidents as follows: John Thorpe — Gone. Mr. Hill spoke of him as a cen- tral figure in the birth of the Society and paid a kindly tribute to his genius and heart. Robert Craig.— A letter from Mr. Craig expressing regret at inability to be present was read. Hope- ful reference was made to the coming National Flower Show at Boston. E. G. Hill.— Mr. Hill made an entertain- ing speech, told stories and hoped that the lives of his hearers might be a blessing to humanity. J. N. May. — A letter expressing kindly wishes was read from Mr. May. J. M. Jordan. — Gone. J. D. Carmody spoke of Mr. Jordan as a grand president of a grand Society, whose great ambition was to make everybody happy. M. H. Norton. — W. J. Stewart read a letter from Mr. Norton, prefacing it with some re- marks as to that gentleman's high standing in the esteem and love of the Massachusetts members. James Dean. — Mr. Hill spoke erf Mr. Dean, of his loyalty and faithful adherence to all the things for which this Society stands. W. R. Smith.— Present J. T. Anthony. — Gone. J. C. Vaughan spoke of Mr. Anthony as a man who had been greatly beloved of all his florist friends in Chicago. Edwin Lonsdale.— Jos. Heacock responded briefly for Mr. Lonsdale. William fcicott. — Gone. J. F. Cow ell spoke of his late fellow- townsman as a man better known, probably, to the rank and file of the florists than any other man. He was a man of pronounced personality and great magnetism and as a writer had few equals. Adam Graham— Present. W. F. Gude.— Present. W. N. Rudd.— Present. Edmund M. Wood.— Gone. W. J. Stewart responded for his friend, telling of the love in which he had been held, his great insight into the future of the rose-growing industry and the loyal work he had done for the Society. Patrick O'Mara.— A letter was presented from Mr. O'Mara, who had been obliged to leave earlier in the day. He referred eloquently to the wonderful advancement in our busi- ness, due primarily to the S. A. F. John Burton. — Present. Philip Breit- meyer.— Present. W. F. Kasting.— Present. W. J. Ste\\ art.— Present. F. H. Traendly.— Pi'esent. A song by Miss Edith Sterling and piano solo by Miss Alma Sterling were interspersed. E. G. Hill read his paper tpublished last week) on the first meeting at Cincinnati and J. C. Vaughan spoke forcibly of the work and accomplishments of the S. A. F. during its 2.5 years' existence and how rduch it had failed to achieve which had been in its power. W. R. Smith spoke beautifully of the friendships he had made thiough 'his association with the Society and how dear are the meni- o)ies connected with the annual meet- ings. B. P. Critchell, who was a lead- ing figure in the first convention, spoke briefly in response to a vociferous re- ception and declared that if the So- ciety had done nothing except what was evidenced in the great exhibitioji now in progress it had done enough to justify its 25 years' life. The singing of "Auld Lang Syne" closed this mem- orable meeting and practically finished ihe convention, although a day of pleasure was still in prospect. conducted affair to a close. The com- mittee on final resolutions, W. J. Stew- art and Judge W. J. Vesey handed in an appreciative report on behalf of the Society, which will in due time, no doubt, be made public. FRIDAY. Friday was Cincinnati Florists' Day. Promptly at 11 a. m. the members with their families and friends to the num- ber of ten or twelve hundred on board the big river steamer Island Queen started on a delightful trip up the Ohio river to the amusement resort known as Coney Island. The committee, in the person of J. A. Peterson, was in- defatigable in the effort to make every- body happy. A genuine Kentucky bar- becue— something entirely new to most of the visitors — was enjoyed and in the evening a grand display of fireworks, speciallj designed, brought this well- THE EXHIBITION. As stated in our issue of last week the trade exhibition was of unprece- dented magnitude and diversity. The great size of the exhibition hall per- mitted the use of abundant space for aisles and moving about, and there was a preparedness at the beginning and a comfortableness throughout which marked Superintendent Murphy as the man of all men to fill this diffi- cult position. When needed he was al- ways easily found and everything moved as smoothly as if it had been a periodical experience with him. The placing of the florists' supply depart- ment on the upper floor had its ad- vantages and its disadvantages. Some exhibitors complained that it isolated them and that business was lost there- by. Others said it pleased them bet- ter than to be down among the bustle and push and afforded them better op- portunity to talk business quietly and effectively with their customers. As a rule, the exhibitors in all depart- ments admitted doing a good present or prospective business and practically all exhibits were sold long before the close of the convention. The plant de- partment was a triumph. Such dis- plays as those of Julius Roehrs Co., F. R. Pierson Co., Bobbink & Atkins, H. A. Dreer, Robert Craig Co. and J. A. Peterson are individually a prime attraction and together would make a notable horticultural exhibition in themselves. The bulb displays such as Michell's, Boddington's and Piereon's, were in quality and arrangement the best we have ever seen at one of these exhibitions. The table of American grown bulbs was especially a centre of attraction. The average retail florist has no conception of the wealth of beautiful material that is spread out for inspection in the florists' supply department on these occasions. Edu- cation in modern floral art, suggesUve- ness of inestimable value and a new and greatly enlarged appreciation of the Importance of his business are a part of the benefits coming to the retail dealer who is enterprising enough to present himself at the S. A. F. convention, and he who goes once is pretty sure to go again and again. To enumerate the almost endless list of new ideas sticking out all over such big displays as those of Bayersdorfer, Pennock-Meehan Company, Reed & Keller, M. Rice & Co., and other well- August 28, 1909 HORTICULTURE 311 known supply houses, would take many pages of this paper. The fancy pottery department is another depail- ment full of inducement for the re- tailer who has the trade of a disi rim- inating public. The greenhouse build- ing and equipment section of the show ■was a potent attraction to the growe.' and he who would be up-to-date in his outfit takes the proper bearings when he attends the S. A. F. Trade Exhibi- tion and inspects for himself the a'l- vanced ideas which are here placed at his disposal. LIST OF EXHIBITORS. The Advance Co., Rklimond, lud., ven- tilating machinery. American Florist Co., Chicago., sample copies of American Florist. American Blower Co., Detroit, Mich., steam traps. Cias. Apelt, Comfort, Tex., armadillo baskets. Chas. D. Ball, Philadelphia. Pa., palms. Lemuel Ball, Philadelphia, Pa., palms. L. Baumann, Chicago, artiflclal flowers. H. Bayersdorfer & Co., Philadelphia, I'a.. florists' supplies. The finest display ever ' put up; elegantlv arranged. Ball & Betz. Cincinnati, 0., wire de- signs: a very extensive line well made and artistic. E. A. Heaven, Evergreen, Ala., sheet moss. A. Bell, ConnersTllle, Ind., carnation supports. Z. D. Blackistone, Washington, D. C, photographs of float decorations. Bobbink & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J., a grand collection of specimen evergreens. A. T. Boddington. New York, •■Quality" bulbs and sweet peas. Bradford Belting Co., Cincinnati, O., hose. A. C. Brown Springfield, 111., carnations. Camp Conduit Co.. Cleveland, O.. tile benches. W. W. Castle Co., Boston, Mass., Auto- matic Circulator. John Lewis Childs, Floral Park. N. T.. gladioli. Robt. Craig Co., Philadelphia. Pa., deco- rative plants. A grand .showing of crotons. Chas. E. Critchell, Cincinnati, O., Arti- ficial Poinsettias. Cushman Gladiolus Co., Sylvania, O., gladioli. A. T. De La Mare Printing & Pulrlish- ing Co.. New York. A line of book publi- cations and Florists' Exchange. Detroit Flower Pot Mfg. Co., Detroit. Mich., flower pots. A. Dietsch Co., Chicago, greenhouse building materials. Henry A. Dreer Co., Philadelphia. Pa., bulbs, plants and sundries. Eagle Machine Works. Richmond. Ind., carnation support. BODDiNGTON's Bulb Exhibit at Cincinnati Chas. Ebele, New Orleans, La., palms. W. H. Elverson Pottery Co., New Brigh- ton, Pa., pots. B'eruwood Nurseries. Stamford, Conn., catalogue, etc., of choice nursery stock. Foley Mfg. Co., Chicago, greenhouse ap- pliances and construction. Chas. H. Fox. Philadelphia. Pa., photo- graphs. Gillett & Ohmer, Cincinnati, O., florists supplies. Glen Mary Fish Farm, Amelia, O., gold fish. Glenny. Wm., Glass Co., Cincinnati, O., glass. Benjamin Hammond, FishklU-on-Hudson, N. !'.. putty and insecticides. Adam Heim & Son Co., Connersville. Ind., carnation support. Herendeen Mfg. Co., Geneva, N. Y., boilers. A. Herrmann, New York, florists' sup- plies. Hinode & Dauch Paper Co., Springfield, 0., boxes. Horticulture Publishing Co.. Boston, sample lopies of Horticulture. Hubert Bulb Co. Portsmouth. Va.. bulbs. E. H. Hunt, Chicago. • supplies and tobaciue products. Ionia Pottery Co.. Ionia, Mich., flower pots. Thomas Jackson. Covington. K.v.. alter- nanthcra. Jackson & Perkins. Newark. N. Y.. nursery stock. Kroeschell's Boiler Exhibit at Cincinnati Keller Pottery Co.. Norristown, Pa., pots. Kobt. Kift, Philadelphia, Pa., berry globes and adjustable vases. King Construction Co., N. Tonawanda, N. Y., greenhouse construction, model and material. Kroeschell Bros. Co., Chicago, boilers. Lager & Hurrell. Summit. N. J., orchids, established and fresh Imported. Lion & Co., New York, ribbons, chenille, etc. Daniel B. Long Buffalo, N. Y., floral photos. Madison Basketcraft Co., Madison, O., willow baskets. W. A. Manda, South Orange, N. J., plants, including many fine novelties. H. D. Maun Co., Syracuse, N. Y.. ribbon, chlCfon. etc. McCaslin Bros., Zanesville, 0., concrete bench. 0. A. Muller, Ambler, Pa., carnation support. J. M. McCuUough's Sons Co., Cincinnati, 0., bulbs and plants. MoFarland Publicity Service, Hardsburg, Pa., advertising literature. Henry F. MIchell Co.. Philadelphia. Pa.. bulbs and supplies: very comprehensive. Wni. Moll. Cleveland, O., pipe clamp. J. O. Moninger Co., Chicago, building material. Morehead Mfg. Co., Detroit. Mich., steam traps. Muncle Floral Co., Muncle, Ind., litera- ture. J. D. Murray. Springfield, O.. boxes. J. G. Neldinger, Philtidelphia, Pa., florists' supplies. Ohio Box & Board Co.. Springfield. 0., florists' shipping and mailing boxes. Ordonez Bros., Madison. N. J ., orchid plants, imported and established. Pennock-Meehan Co., Philadelphia. Pa., ribbons and supplies; a fine line. J. A. Peterson, Cincinnati, O., decorative plants; Lorraine Begonias, etc. J. 1>. Pruessner. Galveston, Tex., Ne- phrolepis Prnessneri. F. R. Plerson Co.. Tarrytown. N. Y., bulbs and plants; large collection; high grade. 1. L. Pillsbury, Gale.sburg, 111., carna- tion staple. Quaker City Machine Co., Richmond, Ind.. ventilating machines. Radford Pottery Co.. Clarksburg, W. Va., pots'. A. L. Randall Co.. Chicago, florists' supplies. Reed & Keller, New York. . florists' supplies; very extensive, including many new things. M. Rice & Co., Philadelphia, Pa., rib- bons and supplies. Roseville Pottery Co.. Zanesville, pots. Julius Roehrs Co., Rutherford, N. decorative plants. D. RusconI, Cincinnati, O., bulbs, plants, etc. Sclil.iss Bros., New York, ribbons. Shaw Fern Co., Pittsfield, Mass., ferns. Springfield Clay Mfg. Co.. Springfleld. 0., fern pans and flower pots. O., J., lUy cut 312 HORTICULTURE August 28, 1909 Springfield Floral Co., Sprlngfleia, O., Nephrolepis Springfield. E. K. Stewart, Rives Junction, Micli., gladioli. Standard Pump & Engine Co., Cleveland, 0., photographs of their specialties. Storrs & Harrison Co., Painesville, 0., nursery stock. Thompson & Norris Co., Brooklyn, N. Y., shipping cases. Underwood Machine Co., Cincinnati, O., pot washing machine. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago, bulbs and plants. Vick & Hill Co., Rochester, N. Y. A remarkable display of asters, comprising fifty-one distinct varieties. James Vicks' Sons, Rochester. A bril- liant display of asters of the highest type. Wertheimer Uros.. New York, ribbons. Wintei-son's Seed Store, Chicago, bulbs. E. G. Wilson, Brooklyn, N. Y., corsage bouquet holder Wilson Plant Oil & Fertilizer Co. An ingenious and very practical Pot Washing Machine; Tub Carrying Device; Hose; Plant Oil, etc. Wolf Machine Co., Dayton, 0., ventilat- ing apparatus and sifting and dumping device. Zanesville Stoneware Co., ZanesvlUe, O., green tinted florists' vases, etc. CONVENTION NOTES. Jobn Evans, the veteran from Rich- mond, handled a golden chain continu- ously in the exhibition hall. His de- vices were all gilded and he had an interesting audience about him all the time, listening to his demonstration of how to ventilate. A party of visitors went to J. A. Peterson's greenhouses at Westwood, early Wednesday morning and feasted their eyes on Farleyense, Lorraines and dracaenas of high degree. Mr. Peterson estimated that no less than 300 visited his place that day. Two special cars were kept busy. The happiest surprise of the conven- tion was the unexpected presence there of the Society's best beloved friend and ex-president, Wm. R. Smith, fully restored to his old-time vigor. His talk on the nobility of the gardener's calling at the meeting on Thursday afternoon was easily the gem of all the addresses the Society has ever lis- tened to. Vice-President Miller is right. The way to get new members is to go after them and make a personal effort. Any state vice-president who will do that with the same persistency as though it was his own business will soon be able to make a creditable showing for his state. The vice-president who is not disposed to do so should send in his resignation. The omission of the customary open- ing addresses of welcome and response was commented on quite generally, a few matter-of-fact members approving the immediate getting down to busi- ness, but most of them expressing re- gret that this picturesque and inspir- ing feature had been cut out of the program. The organ voluntaries which preceded each session were much en- joyed by the music lovers. Nephrolepsis vii-idissima — not N. ele- gantissima as stated in our report last week, was the fern winning honorable mention in the exhibit of F. R. Pierson Co. N. viridissima is a sport from N. superbissima. The frond is stiff, al- most plain and of a remarkably bright and glossy green. N. elegantissima compacta as shown in this group, was greatly admired. More symmetrical and finely finished plants could not be imagined. The setting apart of one day on which the public might be admitted to the trade exhibition was an excellent move. It left the hall free for the transaction of business during the bal- ance of the time and turned in quite a good sum of money to the local club from the sale of tickets. The rule pro- hibiting sales at retail by exhibitors also contributed matei'ially to the cor- diality which existed throughout be- tween all classes, local and visitors. "This society fiolds a charter of un- precedented character* and dignity in the T'nited States. Why should not all horticultui-al interests appreciate it and make tise of it? The historian will see in the horticultural ti-ade press of today a soul elevating agency that no church can equal. Hold up your head. Tal^e pride in your work, piide in your profession. The S. A. F. has nothing in its historv to be ashamed of." (Extract from speech of Wm. R. Smith.) On Wednesday afternoon, those ladies and others not desiring to at- F. w. Vick Vice-President Elect, S. A. F. & 0. H. tend the bowling contest, were given a trolley ride to points of interest about Cincinnati. Eight cars, decor- ated with gladioli were required to carry the party of about 400 people. Among the interesting places iwinted out on the way were the Rookwood Pottery, Art Museum, reservoir, St. Johns Park, Spring Grove Cemetery, Burnet Woods, Public Library and Garfield Park and statue. In our humble opinion, the armadillo baskets which have had a run for the past year or two are the most repul- sive things ever ottered to the florist trade. There is surely enough appro- pi iate and beautiful material from which plant and flower baskets may be constructed in endless variety with- out encouraging the slaughter of these harmless creatures, which until now have been permitted to live unmolested and fill their place in Nature's econ- omy as insect eaters. The florist should be the last man to give his support to such business. FRED W. VICK. Vice-President of tlie S. A. F. and O. H. F. W. Vick is a nephew of the late James Vick and a member of the Vick & Hill Company of Rochester, N. Y. The mail order trade and the aster seed business are the specialties of the Vick & Hill Company and they have achieved a wide popularity for these goods. Mr. Vick is president of the Rochester Commercial Florists' Association, the members of which hold him in high esteem and he can be counted on as an influential factor in malting the convention at Roches- ter, N. Y., next year a worthy succes- sor of its forerunners. THE SHOOTING CONTEST. This interesting event was held at the grounds of the Northern Kentucky Gun Club, Thursday afternoon, the members of the Society of American Florists being the guests of the club. There were five-men team events, sin- gles and doubles, and prizes were of- fered as follows: To the man break- ing the greatest number of birds in all events, a 16-gauge repeating shotgun, offered by J. Charles McCuUough; five- men team prize, diamond stickpin for each man on winning team. Singles — Twenty-five birds; 1st prize, silver cup, offered by Charles Esberger, of Cincinnati; 2d prize, 15-shot repeat- ing 22-cal. rifle, offered by Evans Bros. Hardware Company, Cincinnati; 3d prize, safety razor, offered by the Pick- eiing Hardware Company. Doubles — Twenty-four birds; 1st prize, gun case; 2d pi-ize, fishing rod; Kuhn, of Cincinnati. The winners and their scores are appended: Event 1, 25 targets— 1st, Altick of Dayton, 24, silver cup; 2d, Brown, Springfield, 22, i-ifle; 3d, Rasmussen, 16, razor. Event 2, 12 pair — 1st, Brown, gun case; 2d, Rogers, fishing rod; 3d, Al- tick, cane. Team Score: S. A. P. team — Altick 22. Brown 23, Rogers 22, Gardner 15, Shaw, 19; total 101. Northern Ken- tucky team — Woodbury 24, Damonon 24, Keefe 23, Miss Astherr 22, Gonod 19; total 112. Altick and Brown were tied for high average with 37 out of 49. In the shoot-off for the gun, at ten targets, Altick won with 10 straight, Bi'own getting 9. LADIES' BOWLING. Mrs. George Shaffer of Washington was tlie winner of the beautiful Rein- berg cup and the prizes for highest single game and greatest number of strikes. Mrs. C. McKellar of Chicago was second, winning the Darling cup and the prize for greatest number of spares. The other contestants achieving glorj' in greater or less de- gree were Mrs. Meinhardt, St. Louis; Mrs. Critchell, Cincinnati; Mi-s. Kill, Chicago; Miss Pfeifler, Foit Thomas, Ky.; Mrs. Winterson, Chicago; Mrs. Guy, Belleville, 111.; Mrs. Herr. Lan- caster, Pa.; Miss Meinhardt, St. Louis. August 28, 1909 HORTICULTURE 313 THE BOWLING TOURNAMENT. This great annual occuring meet of the sporting enthusiasts of the S. A. iC toolj place at the Grand Alleys, Cin- cinnati, on Thursday afternoon and it was, as usual, late at night be- fore the contests were finished. There were more than 40 prizes ranging from diamond medals to safe- ty razors. The Baltimore team cap- tured the first prize, with Chicago second and Cincinnati third There were but 32 pins difference between the three teams. Charley Graham, of Cleveland, won the diamond medal for the highest individual score. The Chicago team made the high score in any of three games; Baltimore in the first two games. Graham, of Cleve- land, won the prize for the greatest number of strikes, and Gibson, of Philadelphia, won the the prize for the greatest number of spares. The five highest men in the singles wer'e Kas- ting, 360; McKellar, 351; Washland, 350; Shaffer, 344; and Oleson, 342. Jatnes H. Stevens, of Chicago, the crack bowler of the S. A. F., was matched for a series of 11 games with Bob Plumber, of Cincinnati, for $500 a side. The contest was very close and attracted a great deal of at- tention. The florists were not slow in backing their champion, and the public was just as eager to stake its money on Plumber. This is the sec- ond contest bewteen the two meu, the other one having been played in Chi- cago about a year ago. Plumber won the series. Team Scores. Baltimore T'l, 2,388. Klutch . .159 171 175 Moss 172 115 1.58 Perry ...155 178 121 Lehr 180 104 151 Cbicago Total, 2,370. A. Zech...l67 135 138 Asmus . . .171 145 157 Yarnall ..163 122 178 Bergman 207 134 177 Seybold ..156 205 188] J. Zech...l74 148 134 Total . .822 773 793 Total . .822 704 784 Ciucinnati T'l, 2,254. Denver Total, 2,132. Sch'man 143 129 157 Glauber . .115 139 128 Wifsta'r 81 149 168 Benson .. .143 172 117 Critohell 166 163 137 Johnson . .144 164 129 S'd'rb'ch 136 136 163 Kurth ... .153 143 124 Jackson. 127 134 201 Valentine 160 127 154 Total . .675 753 826 Total . .715 765 6.52 Cleveland T'l. 2,118. Phila. Total, 2,069. Bate 173 140 139 Westcott. 135 104 116 Warnbee 74 105 111 Klft 159 157 133 Friedlev. 174 113 154 Burton. . . 144 151 108 Hart 118 137 118 Rosnosky 127 137 106 Graham. 190 169 203 Gibson... 154 149 169 Total. . 729 664 725 Total.. 719 698 652 St. Louis T'l, 2,049. Detroit Total. 2,027. Beneke. . 183 146 139 Sullivan. 139 119 142 Gu.v. .... 138 137 117 Bloy 162 129 120 Weber. . . 91 117 94 Rahaley.. 126 136 113 Wilson. . 170 121 146 Watson. . 142 129 129 Kuehn. . . 167 141 162 Rush 89 190 162 Total.. 729 662 638 Total.. 658 703 666 New York T'l, 1,968. Pittsburg T'l. 1,882. Manda. . 136 109 145 J. Ludwig 97 130 107 Roehrs. . 125 87 119 Demas. . . 137 144 130 Bunyard. 129 109 131 B. Ludwig 124 132 135 Wilson. . 128 122 147 Loew .... 99 102 112 Berry. .. 131 133 177 Carney.. . 158 174 101 Total;. 689 560 719 Total.. 613 682 585 Report of Legislative Committee Con- cerning Ice Charges. At the meeting held at Niagara Falls last year, the matter of charges for Ice in transportation of cut flowers ■was transferred to your committee and the case particularly brought up was that of Mr. Edward Reid of Philadel- American Grown Roses Fruit and Ornamental Trees, Shrubs, Small Fruits, Clematis, Evergreens. W. & T. SMITH CO. Geneva. N. Y. Write for Trade List. Box Trees -d Cher EVERGREENS »», Tubs "i Boxes Our Prices are Alway* Right — Catalog Free THE NEW ENGLAND NURSERIES, Inc. phia. We took the matter up with the leading express companies and it transpired that the American Express was the leading company in this work, but that fifteen different companies were working under one oflicial ex- press classification of graduated charges and that what one company did the others would be obliged to fol- low. In the special provisions for al- lowances and variations, the clause known as number S, General Specials, provided for seventy-eight articles, all of which received an allowance from the gross weight of 25 per cent, be- tween March 1st and November 3rd, when it is necessary to use ice for preservation and it is used for that purpose only. In this list aie thirteen different articles pertaining to plants, but cut flowers are not allowed. ■ The superintendent of the American Express Co., J. F. Christy, said that in taking this matter up, it touched so many interests he advised an interview with the repi-esentative of this com- pany and the result was that the entire matter was laid before the General Manager, wlio went over the matter with care ftnd expressed willingness to do anything that was reasonable to meet the demands of their patrons. J. D. Ludlow, the Traffic Manager, of Wells, Fargo & Co., stated that they PRIMULA KEWENSIS For sale, 300 strong plants in soil ready to go into 5 inch pots $8.00 per 100, — the lot $20.00 FP DAI MED Brookline, ■ E.I rALiliCil} Mass. carnations! All the best varieties. Florists Fall Bulbs and Seeds. Top Quality Skidelsky ®> Irwin Co., 121S Betz BIdg., PHILA . PA. A SPECIALTY TheDingee&GonardCo.MM HOLLAND NURSERIES Best Hardy Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Conifers, Clematis, H. P. Roses, Shrubs, and Herba- ceous Plants. .UUWtK^LKK, p. 0. No, l.Hobokui, N, J. OVER FIFTY ACRES IN CHOICE EVERGREENS The Framinghnm Nurseries offer a large and select slock of the following yarleties of EVERGREENS Abies Balsamea, Concolor, and Fraseri; Junipers of various varieties: Picea Alba, Engelmanni, Ex- ceUa, Puogensglauca. and Pungens Kosteri; Pinus Excelsa. Mugho, and Strobus : Pseudo Tsuga Douglassi; Retinosporas, assorted; hardy Taxus, such as Canadensis, Cuspidata, and Brevifolia; Thuya Occidentalis, Globosa, Peabod>-'s Golden, Pyramidalis, and Siberica; Tsuga Canadensis, Hemlock Spruce, a large and fine lot. We have some fine specimens of Abies concolor, Picea pungens, and Pinus Strobus. Most of the above varieties can be safely planted from the middle of August until the middle of Sep. tember. A personal selection is always advisable. Boston and Worcester Electrics pass our grounds. ADDRESS W. B. WHITTIER & CO. South Framlngham, Mass. PINUS STROBUS White Pine Per 100. 3 to 4 ft. XX with ball $.50.00 4 to i'i ft. XX with ball 70.00 4ii to 5 ft. XX with ball 90.00 5 to 514 ft. XX with ball 125.00 5'4 to 6 ft. XX with ball 150.00 r, to 7 ft. XX with ball 200.00 7 to S ft. XX with ball 225.00 S to 9 ft. XX with ball 300.00 We have a very lai'ge and flue block of Pinus Strobus in the larger sizes, and are confident that our stock is finer than any in New England. We shall be glad to give special prices on large lots. I«\- mail. Eastern Nurseries, Jamaica Plain, Mass. In writing advertisers kindlj- men- tion HORTICULTURE. HEACOCK'S PALMS. KENTIA BELMOKEANA 6-ln. pot, 22 to 24-ln. high $1 00 each ft-ln. pot, 24 to a6-In. high $1 25 each 6-I11. pot. 26 to 28-ln. high $1 50 each 9-ln. tub, 42 to 48-ln. high $5 00 each Bin. tub, 48 to 54-ln. high $6 00 each MADE-UP KENTIA FOR.STEKI VNA 9-ln. tub, 4 plants, 42 to 48In. high. $ 4 ea. JOSEPH BEACOCK CO. WYNCOTE, PA. 314 HORTICULTURE August 28, 1909 were unable to do anything more than what the official classifications callea for, unless that classification was changed, and stated that, "cut flowers are charged merchandise rates and I think that you will agi'ee with me, that when we accept shipments of this char- acter at the same rates for wliioh we accept and transport ordinary mer- chandise, we are making a very liberal classification." Following this the American Express Traffic Department sent out letters to the agents, request- ing reports as to the quantity of ship- ments and the average weight of the same. We asked for reports from ship- pers all over the country as far as we could through the trade papers and sent out a number of letters. The point where there seemed to he the most interest in the matter was Chicago and several large shippers sent on their opinion that it was desir- able to get the concession on the gross weight. These letters were laid before the General Traffic Manager, Mr. Brad- ley, who advised that he had not sup- posed that such shipments were being made to any extent, where ice was used and said, "I will at once investi- gate the question of ice with shipments of flowers. I will make inquiry of our agents at the principal cities and will give it full consideration." During this investigation we received from New York City particular objection to the charge for returned empties and to this we were advised, "that the classification always provided that re- turned empties must be delivered at the depot by the shipper and taken . from the depot by the consignee. We know that our agents did not live up to the classifications in this particular and tiiat they had been picking up and delivering empties for certain patrons. Agents at other points did not do so for any patrons and it constituted a discrimination which we are obliged to overcome by putting into effect a class- ification providing for an additional charge, where pick up and delivery service was rendered, and further- more we must not lose sight either of the transportation and delivery of cut flowers in the extreme cold or extreme heat calling for extra services in many cases." The outcome of the investigation was as follows: While there may be shipments where the ice weight could properly be allowed, under the present Interstate Commerce Law it was not in the power of the express company to make any special allowance unless It was done equally to one and ever.v shipment. The quantity of small pack- ages which go from the distributing centers, contained more or less ice, is large and the charges on such small packages are the minimum. On the other hand, in the case of commodities, particularly fish, where the ice allow- ance amounted to considerable, the weight for which they paid was great- er in evei-y instance than any ordinary shipment of flowei s and the delivery of flowers outside the shipping market, entailed usually additional cost for delivery so that the companies could not afford to modify. After this conference with the traffic people, I conferred with a competent legal adviser as to what show there would be to take this matter before the Interstate Commerce Commission for p. revision. The Society of American Florists placed at the command of this committee $100 for expenses. Th.s lias not been touched. The ad- vice thai I received was that the facts in the case as it stood would not be strong enough to carry before the Interstate Commerce Com- mittee, because the Express Com- panies' statement of the case would receive equal weight with that of the shipper and unless a case strong enough could be made showing that injustice was done, the point could hardly be conceded. These facts were made known and circulated through the trade papers and Messi-s. Patrick Welch of Boston, and Alfred Langjahr «f New York, both for their respective localities, were much interested in trying to bring about pi-essure that would se- cure desired results for both the New York and Boston intei'ests, but as far as the placing of ice allowance upon the bases that the General Specials are, a ease will have to be presented showing specific shipments and the average quantity of ice used for the country generally, if the schedules now in use by the companies named are to be modified. That data I was unable to obtain. Annual Report of the Maryland State Vice-President to the S. A. F. and O. H. Convention at Cincin- nati, August 17, 1909. I would judge by the reliable ther- mometer "Building Activity," that the kind hand of Providence has been lib- eral In handing out prosperity to the llorist of Maryland, as 1 understand that there is more new glass going up this season than ever before, that it is being done in a very substantial man- ner, that nothing but the very best ma- terial will do, and that the most mod- ern ideas in scientific construction are the order of the day. There has been no failure of any account as far as we can learn among the craft anywhere in the state this year. The Florist Exchange, which is the main distributiug point of the whole- sale growers, reports business on a steady increase with bright prospect for the future, on account of out-of- town trade which it is developing, and reports that considei-able new glass will be added to its source of supply. We notice with a good deal of satis- faction the inclination of our largest growers to endeavor to produce the very highest grade of stock — that is, quality in preference to quantity. Sev- eral new retail stores have opened up showing that there are still those who have faith in the business, and yet with the new ones in the field the old stands are still on the job. There seems to have been very little cause for complaint in regard to the spring bedding trade, all good stock appar-ently being cleaned out early. Geraniums were scarce before the end of the season, a condition caused no doubt by the better class that is being grown. The Florists' and Gardeners' Club is in prosperous condition. During the past winter we had several very in- teresting and instructive lectures by the Professors from the Agricultural and Experimental Station, also a very enjoyable illustrated lecture by Mr. J. O. Thilow of Dreer's, Philadelphia, on the Yellowstone Park. At nearly every meeting there have been very merito- rious exhibits of flowers and plants, especially on Geranium Night when R. Vincent, Jr. and Sons Co. exhibited some 20U varieties, and on Carnation Night when many of the newer varie- ties were exhibited as well as some very fine seedlings, among them one by .Mr. Thaw, which he has grown for two years and will offer this fall. It is brighter' in color, large and fuller than Harlowarden. The annual meeting and exhibition of the Maryland State Horticultur-al So- ciety with which many of the florists are affiliated, was a revelation of what the state can produce. The display of horticultural products of evei-y kind w-hich practically filled the 50,000 or nrore square feet of available space irr the great hall of the Fifth Regiment Armory, ranked as first-class among all exhibits of like nature in the United States. The State .-Vgricultural College and Experiment Station with their efficient staff of officers have done very effec- tive work during the past year in working out difficult problems of plant diseases and injurious insects and also in the dissemination of useful bulle- tins covering every department of the work and investigation. As far as 1 can learn, notwithstand- ing the dry summer, carnation plants are looking generally better than a year ago. There have been fewer roses carried over this year than last, there- fore necessitating the planting of con- siderably mor'e young stock, which is reported as looking well. The seedsmen repoil a very prosper- ous season, both for the counter trade and mail order business. Through the opening up of direct steamship com- arunication with the south, Baltimore will have unequalled opportunity to become a great distributing center for seed and farnr supplies. One house re- ports selling over 275 carloads of seed during the past season. There is at present considerable sub- urban develoiiment aroirnd Baltimore and hirndreds of new country resi- dences arff being buiit, creating a very perceptible demand for florist and nur- sery stock. R. A. VINCENT. "SOLD OUT." Please discontinue our Carnation ad. HORTICULTURE has done its good work and we are sold out. Send bill and we will mail check. AUG. GAEDEKE & CO. Nashua, N. H., Aug. 24, 1909. ywAmvwwwwwwawwxvawwwwa New Spawn 100 lbs. $7.00 Including our Treatise How to Spawn A Bed Successfully. W. ELLIOTT & SONS, NEW YORK August 28, 1909 HORTICULTURE 815 CYCLAMEN NEW CROP FARQUHAR'S GIANT STRAIN Is UNEXCELLED for size and profusion of bloom To obtain targe flowering plants for Thanksgiving and Christmas 1910, seeds should be sown new. Giant Crimson Giant Blood Red Giant Salmon Giant Pink Giant Excelsior, I Giant White Picturalum, Price per 1000 seeds, $10 00 100 seeds, $1.00 R. &J. FARQUHAR & CO. 6 & 7 So. Markets!., Boston, Mass. F'hite with claret base Pink with claret base SEED TRADE. American Seed Trade Association. The report of the proceedings of the 27th annual convention, held at Niag- ara Falls, Ont, on June 22-24, 1909, has iust been issued. It gives a very full and detailed account of the dis- cussions, committee reports, papers and addresses presented and other matteis of great value to the seed trade. It is well printed and a fine portrait of President W. S. Woodr.iff makes an appropriate frontspiece. Notes. 3. B. Dicks, representing Cooper, Taber & Co., and J. J. Comont, repre- senting James Carter, Dunnett & Beale, London, are making their annual call on their American customers. A correspondent writing from Frank- fort, Germany, informs us that many seeds will be scarce. Numerous peren- nials were winter-killed and the back- wardness of the season threatens late asters. CYCLAMEN SEED NEW CROP If you want ihrifiy plants thai will bloom freely and produce gigantic bloom, then our Fancy Giant Cyclamen is the Strain to grow. Our seed is grown for us in England by a leading specialist. 10" Seeds I'Htt'Se'iiis Duke of Connaught. Crimson $1.25 $10 00 Excelsior. White with red eye 1.25 10.(0 Qrandlflora Alba. Pure white 1.25 10.00 Princess of Wales Deep pink 1.25 10. CO Salmon Queen. Salmon rose 1 25 10 00 Mixed. All colors. 1.00 9.00 H. F- MICHELL CO., 1018 Market St., Phrladelpl ia, Pa. CABBAGE. Succession, Flat Dutch and Savoy* $i.co per looo. $8.50 per 10,000. CELERY. White Plume and Golden Self Blanching. $1.00 per 1000. $3.50 per $10,000. PARSLEY. 25 cts. per 100. $1.25 per 1000. Cash with Order VINCENT, JR., & SONS White Marsh, Md. CO. MY GIANT CYCLAMEN are ahe£,d in Growth and Flowers Bloodred, Carmine- Daybreak, Lilac, Pink, Pure White, White carmine eyed, each separate Tr. Plct. $1 0-, i.Q Seeds $6.00. Above even mixed Tr. Pkt. 75c. icoo Seeds $5.03 For larger quantities, special qucation, O. V ZANCEN, Seedsman, KOBOKEN.N J. ^0yyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy%m0yw0y%0%0y%0y%0yvyy%fyyyv%0y%0vf\ n CICANTIC PANSIES can only be produced from the Giant Strains. Our CHALLENGE PANSY seed contains only the giant self colors, the giant striped and variegated and the giant blotched, all '•arefiilly mixed in proportion. You could not buy better seed lE you paid SlOO.OO per ounce. Pansy— Boddi ngton 's Challenge Trafle pkt. ' ' r.z^ !i..z. « oz 1 oz. 50c 75c $1.50 $2.75 $5 00 We .ilsn offer pansv sred in spparatp colors. Write ti r special price and catalogue. ARTHUR T.BODOINGTON, Seedsman,--- New YorkCity LEONARD SEED CO. CONTRACT GROWERS AND WHOLESALE DEALERS BEANS, PEAS, SWEET CORN, ONION, GARDEN SEEDS CHICAGO ?2^**^e*r^?Ieds Get Our Prices Tg and 81 E. KINZIE STREET, CP IVinDCIZ P Cfi 48-56 JACKSON ST., . L. IVlUKoc & LU.San Francisco, Cal. Onion, Lettuce, Sweet Peas TtL California Specialties ESTABLISHED 1802 LILIUM HARRISII True stock from most reliable growers PURITY FREESIA SEND FOR COPY OF OUR WHOLESALE BULB CATALOQCE NOW READY J. M. THOR8URN & CO. 33 Barclay Street NEW YORK o le r> B i« jV o ^VKT French and Dutch Bulbs FOR FALL SHIPMENT Wholesale Price List mailed 10 Florists on application. Joseph Breck & Sons Corp. 47-S4 NO. MARKET ST.. BOSTON, MASS. Burpee's Seeds PHILADELPHIA NEW PRICE LIST of my celebrated winter flowering Sweet Pea Seed Is being mailed. If you have not received a copy please send for one. New crop of seed will be ready around Jnly 15th ANT. C. Bound Brook, ZVOLANEK - - - New Jersey 8hie U«t of Wholesale Prices oulie^ Mily to those who plant for profit Custom House Broker. and Forwarder Special attention, prompt and careful forwarding of plants, bulbs, etc. to all parts of the country. vFrcd'k Hi Griffin, ILtoTMasi:. BERMUDA LILIES Harris!! and LoDg!f!orum. Selected. Llliuin Long!floruni Qlganteum C. S. by the case of 300. THOMAS J. GREY CO. 32 Si-uih Market Street Boston, Mass. FRENCH AND DUTCH BULBS Columbia Farm Harrisii Fischers Purity Freesias Send for trade list. Schlegel & Fotfler Go. 26 & 27 So. Market St.. BOSTON, MASS. Ward's Lily Bulbs Not how cheap, but how good. Ralph M. Ward & Go. 12 W. Broadway, New York BRIDGEMAN'S SEED WAREHOUSE RICKARDS BROS. Props. 37 East 19th St., - NEW YORK CITY CATALOGUE Designing and Illustrating For IliTists, seedsmen, etc. I'hotogrnpha and (U'si^ns of all kinds carefully made and proiuptly submitted. CEO. E. DOW _ 178 Washington St, Boston, Mass bs I [le I 316 HORTICULTURE August 28, 1909 JOHN BREITMEYER'S ^=SONS— Cor. Miami and Gratiot Aves. DETROIT, MICH. Artistic Designs . . . Higli Grade Gut Blooms We cover all Michigan points and good sections of Ohio, Indiana and Canada. WILLIAM J. SMYTH FLORIST Cor. Wichlgan Ave, and 3 1st St.. CHICAGO We ship to all points in Illinois and Iowa. Phones: Douglas 744, Douglas 523, Douglas 740 HAUSWIRTH THE FLORIST Out of Town orders for Hospitals Carefully filled. 232 Michigan Ave. CHICAGO AUDITORIUM ANNEX Tel. Harrison 58S SAMUEL MURRAY Florist Coates House Conservatory 1017 BROADWAY, KANSAS CITY, MO. Both 'Phones 2670 Main. Of Interest to Retail Florists New Canaan, Conn.— H. M. Woundy has disposed of his business to Stephen B. Hoyt. San Francisco, Cal.— Creditors of John R. Seivers hove filed a petition aslving that he be declared bankrupt. WASHINGTON, D. C. *"?^vr^^^ G U D E ' 5 iwAti'Tr*"*? The Far-Famed Flowers of TORONTO Delivered on mail or tclc-ra|ili onlor for any oeia.siuu, in any ijart oi I lie I i.jiiiiiiiou. JOHN H. DUNLOP, 96 Yonge St., - Toronto. Ont. The Park Floral Co. J. A. VALENTINE, Pres. DENVER, COLORADO wTlliaml-rock flower co. KANSAS CITY. - MO. will carefully execute orders lor Kansas City and any town in Missouri or Kansas. NEW YORK, BOSTON, PHILftDELPHIA TAKE CARE OF OCEAN STEAHERS Can Ljeliver to LAKE STEAHERS NORTHWEST and NORTHLAND W.J. Palmer & Son, 304 Haln St., Buffalo, N.Y. NEW RETAIL STORES. San Francisco, Cal.— Miss C. Fivish, 2S07 California street. San Francisco, Cal.— The Thorsted Floral Co. has leased a store in the Phelan building, which, when fitted up, will be one of the mpst elegant places on the coast. Pittsburg, Pa. — A. W. Smith will open about Oct. 1, at the corner of Liberty avenue and 7th street. AU the up-to-date furnishings will be in- stalled and it will be a handsome es- tablishment. STEAMER DEPARTURES | ^ Allan. {8 Lanrentiau, Boston-Glasgow. Sept. 3 sj American. 3) r'bilariera. N. Y. S'aniptou. . .Sept. 4 iS St. I'anl. X. Y.-S'amplou Sept. 11 Atlantic Transport. Minnewaska, N. Y. -London. . .Sept. 4 Minneapolis. X. Y. -London. . .Sept. 11 Cunard. Tampania, N. Y'.-LlverpooL . .Sept. 1 Cai-patUia, N. Y.-Mertfn Pts..Sept. 2 Saxonia, Bcstnn-Li\ orpool. . .Sept. 7 Lusitaula, \. Y.-LivcrpooL . .Sept. S French Line. La Lorraine. N. Y.-Ilavi-e.. . .Sept. 2 La I'rovence. N. Y. -Havre. . .Sept. 9 Hamburg-American. ricveland, X. Y.-lLuiiburg. . .Sept. 4 I'res. Oi-aiit. X. Y.-Hamtiurg.Sept. 8 Holland-America. Xoordam. X. Y -Uiiltei-dam. . .Sept. 7 Leyland Line. Canadian, Boston-Liverpool. .Sept. 1 Bohemian. Boston-Liverpool. Sept. 8 North German Lloyd. K. \Vim'm IL. X. Y. Bremen. Aug. 31 Gr. KurfiU'st. X. Y. -Bremen. .Sept. 2 White Star. Ooeauic, N. Y'.-S'ani|iton Sept. 2 Cedrie, X. Y. -Liverpool Sept. 4 ..« r)"ininion, Ilontreal-Liv'pool. Sept. 4 Lrtonianic. Boston-Mod. Pts.. .Sept. 15 BUSINESS CHANGES. Troy, N. Y.— .John Pickering's Sons succeed .John Pickering in the florist business. Lewiston, III.— Edson Bearce has purchased the greenhouse business of William Jones. Clifton Springs, N. Y.— J. W. Kel- logg lias Irought the greenhouse of Mrs. Geo. C. Raymond. Montello, Mass.— The greenhouse of H. F. Crawford has been sold to Wil- liam Stewart of New York. Lowell, Mass. — J. McManmon has purchased the greenhouses of C. L. Marshall and will install a modern heating plant. The houses will be de- voted to carnations and violets. Charlerol, Pa. — Jos. Haube has taken his brother into partnership and has bought a tract of twenty- three acres, on which greenhouses will be built in the spring. Jos. Haube & Bro. will be the -new firm's name. fl>' ALEX. MeCONNELL 571 FIFTH AVENUE NEW YORK CITY Telegraphic orders forwarded to any part of the United States, Canada, and all principal cities of Europe. Orders transferred or intrusted by the trade to our selection for delivery on steamships or elsewhere receive special attention. TelepiioneCalls,487antl488MurrayHill Cable Address, ALEXCOKNELL DAVID CLARKE'S SONS Deliver orders from any part ol the UKuatrj M New York City Or OUT-OOINQ STEAMERS Write or telegraph 2139-2141 Broadway, New York Telephone 1551-1533 Columbus YOUNG & NUBENT 42 West 28 St., NEW YORK "FLOHttRS BY TELEORAPtl" Flowers or Design Work DELIVERED IN ALBANY AND VICDIlTt ON TELEGRAPHIC ORDER. 11 NORTH PEARL ST., ALBANY, M-T. Flower Deliveries In Brooklyn and otlier Long Island Points New York City, New Jersey, etc. At Theatres, Hotels, Steamers or Residences. WILSON FultOR St. and Greene Aie., Brooklyn, N.Y. Albany, N.Y. DANKER, ORDERS FOR Choice Flowers and Floral Emblems FILLED PROMPTLY Orders by Wire Receive Prompt and Careful Execution J. Newman & Sons Corporation 24 Tremont Street, BOSTON Theater. Steamer and Funeral Flowers Our Specialty We can refer to leading florists in all principal cities. Established 1870. BOSTON'S BEST In Quality and Design Om be relied npon when you transfer yow retail orders to EDWARD MACMULKIN W4 BoyUton Streett Boston For Steamera sailing from Montreal and Quebec Order by Mail or Telegraph from MONTREAL Careful attention and prompt delivery. LOUISVILLE, KY. JACOB SCHULZ, 660 South Fourth Ave. August 2S, 1909 HORTICULTURE 317 CHICAGO NOTES. Business Notes. V. C. Stock has sold out his store on West 12th street. Hoeber Bros., of Des Plaines, 111., have opened a wholesale market for their flowers in the Atlas Block, Wa- bash avenue. Ernst the Florist, West 12th street, has bought twelve lots at Berwyn and will sell the business and build green- houses on the new site in the spring. Mr. Arter, formerly with Scheffler on Chicago avenue, has gone into the retail business for himself on Evanston avenue, near Foster. His brother, J. Arter, has also opened a store at the corner of 40th and Colorado avenues. Personals. Louis Winterson and wife are at Louisville, Ky., for a rest. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. McKellar left for Chillicothe, Ohio, after the convention. A. Lange and family are home from an extended western trip to the coast R. C. Northam, wife and children spent two weeks in Muskegon and northern Michigan. F. S. Ayres has returned from a three weeks' hunting and fishing expe- dition in Canada. Mr. and Mrs. F. C. Dickinson are -Spending a couple of weeks at their summer home at Pelican Lake, Wis. Visitors: Claude Wisley, Murphys- boro. 111.; Wm. E. and Luther May- nard of Knoxville, Teun.; U. J. Virgin, Wm. Behm, Chas. Eble, New Orleans; B. Rosens, New York; T. L. Metcalf and wife, Hopkinsville, Ky.; Martin Reukauf of Bayersdorfer's, Philadel- phia; F. Temple, Davenport, Iowa; H. Fhilpot, Winnipeg, B. C. ROCHESTER NOTES. Salter Bros, are showing some splen- did gloxinias with very large leaves and exquisite colors. Since last week's heavy rains prices of cut flowers have improved and the quality is better. Still asters are hanging fire somewhat in spite of some beautiful shades. Formosa lilies are arriving in good condition, one firm especially stocking largely. Shippers advise growers to pot these lilies now for Easter bloom, growing them in a 45 deg. tempera- ture continuously to obtain best re- sults. News of the decision to hold the 1910 Convention here was last Thurs- day received with the greatest satis- faction, as well amongst florists as trade in g'eneral. Considering the rivalry between Montreal and this lit- tle burg, great credit is due to Messi-s. C. H., T. W. and A. E. Vick, George Hart, W. Day, W. Dildine and W. Kel- ler for the result. The estimated num- b'er of probable trade visitors, judging from the Cincinnati convention, is put at from 1200-1500. A. P. Visitors in Philadelphia: W. E. Clark, treasurer of the Pittsburgh Florists' Exchange, Pittsburgh, Pa., and a party of friends on their way to Atlantic City, Monday, 23rd inst DETROIT NOTES. Wm. Brown has bought -a "Ford run- about in order to make quick connec- tion with bis home near Birmingham. Mr. Taepke's place is ready for the decorators. A large storeroom in the rear and a greenhouse 30x40 has been added; also a new icebox and oflBce fixtures. Robt. Watson has his new office, ice- box and salesroom completed, causing an improvement of a hundred per cent. Talking over the cost of building, he is coming to the conviction that in the near future lumber will be delivered like flowers, wrapped in paper or done up in boxes. Last Saturday all those who attended the convention arrived home full of praise for the convention and in par- ticular the liberality of the fellow workers of Cincinnati. The most pleased among them was undoubtedly- our baseball enthusiast, Louis Char- vatl, who won se\eral prizes for home runs, good hits, etc., etc., amounting to $17.00. PERSONAL. John R. Perkins of Exeter, N. H., is now in charge of the plant of E. E. Arnold at Greene. R. I. H. L Trott has taken a position as grower at the Fernhill Greenhouses, Montgomery, Ala. John Roach has returned from his Texas trip and is installed as manager at St Vincent's Academy, St. Vincent, Ky. James Gillis of Natick has been en- gaged as foreman in the floricultural department at the Agricultural College, Amherst, Mass. AVm. E. Tricker, son of Wm. Tricker, the water lily specialist, has taken a position at the Florham Farms Green- houses of C. H. Totty, Madison, N. J. W. B. Ridgeway, formerly with the Eastern Nurseries and for the past year foreman on the grounds of the Alaska Yukon Exposition, has returned from Seattle to Boston. Chas. Robinson, of Henry M. Robin- son &. Co., Boston, who has recently returned from a month's vacation, is suffering from poison caused by a rose thorn prick in his arm. Rudolph L. Roehrs, son of Julius Roehrs of Rutherford, N. J., recently connected with the Eastern Nurseries, sailed on the Devonian from Boston on August 18, and will spend two years studying at Kew Gardens, London. We have received a postal card bear- ing the autograph of John K. M. L. Parquhar, I. D. Farquhar, Winfried Rolker, Charles Lenker and Eugene Berndt of Henry Mette, indicating that all these estimable gentlemen met at Quedlinburg on August 6 and were taking full advantage of the oppor- tunity to enjoy that interesting city. INCORPORATED. Louisville, Ky. — Kentucky Nursery Co.. capital stock increased from $30,- 000 to $50,000. Tarentum, Pa. — The McWilliams Floral Co.: capital $15,000. Farmingdale, N. y. — The Herrick Floral Co.; capital $5,000. THE BEST LETTERS Boston Florist Letter Co. 66 PEARL ST., BOSTON N. F. McCarthy, Mgr. Ord«r direct or buy from your local sapply dealer. Insist on having the BOSTON Intcriptioiis, Emblemi, etc., Alwajt in Stock "FLOWERS BY TELEGRAPH." Leading Retail Florists Listed by Towns for Ready Reference. Denver, Colo.— Park Floral Co., 1708 Broadway. Washington D. C— Gude Bros., 1214 F St Chicago — Hanswlrth, "The Florist," 231 Michigan Ave. Chie.igfr— William J. Smyth, Michigan Ave. and 31st St. Chicago— George Wlttbold Co., 1657-59 Buckingham Place. Louisville, Ky.— Jacob Schulz, 550 Sonth Fourth Ave. Boston— 'ihos. F. Galvln. 124 Tremont St. Boston — Edward MacMulkln, 194 Boyl- ston St. Boston — J. Newman & Sons, Inc., 24 Tre- mont St. Boston —Julius A. Zinn, 2 Beacon St. Wellesley, Mass. — Tallby. Detroit, Mich. — J. Breltmeyer's Soni, Miami and Gratiot Aves. Kansas City, Mo.— Samuel Murray, lOTl Broadway. Kansas City, Mo. — Wm. L. Rock Flower Co., 1U6 Walnut St. Albany, N. T.— H. G. Eyres, 11 N. Pearl St. Albany, N. Y.— F. A. Danker, 40 Maiden Lane. Ne.v York — David Clarke's Sons, 213&- 2141 Broadway. New York— Alex. McConnell. 571 6th Ave. New York — Young & Nugent, 42 W. 28tii St. Brooklyn, N. Y.— Robert G. Wilson, E^il- ton St. and Greene Ave. Buflfalo, N. Y.— Palmer's, 304 Main St. Montreal, Can. — P. McKenna & Son, St. Catherine and Gay Sts. Toronto, Can. — J. H. Dunlop, 96 Yonge St. In ordering goods please add "I caw It In HORTICULTURE," N. E. FLOWER DELIVERIES Send flower orders for delivery in Boston and all New England points to THOS. F. GALVIN 124 Tremont St., Boston TRANSFER Your orders for flower or plant deliv- ery in Eastern New England to JULIUS A. ZINN 2 Beacon St , aoston WELLESLEY COLLEGE Oaaa Hell, Walnut Hill and RocfciidK* Hall School*. TAILBY, Wellesley, Mass. Tcl. Wellesley 44-1 and 1. Nifht 44.3. 318 HORTlCULTURf: August 28, 190& i!iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiimiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii>i ASTERS We are offering the choicest stock of the season and the best value at the market price. LEO Ni£SSEN CO, 1209 Arch Street, PHILADELPHIA nlllllllllllllllllillllllllillllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllR £5lllllllllllilllllllllillllllilllllllllllllllllllllllllillllllllillllinililll£ I To Cut Flower Growers and | I Retail Florists I IF YOU Want to find a market for your S product S want a regular or special supply a of the product of the best S growers 5: Consult the Advertisements on these Wholesale Flower Pages = The Advertisers Represented Here are the Leading s S Concerns in the Wholesale Flower Trade S ^iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiidiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiifi CUT EASTER LILIES Ample Supply of Fine Quality. $12.50 per 100. W.E.McKISSiCK&BROS.,"p^o^?l?i*' 1619-1621 Ranstead St., Philadelphia t / \ I* CUT FLOWER BOXES EDWARDS FOI.DING BOX CO MANUFACTURERS PHILADELPHIA, PA. 4 \ , ' ^ > ^ k CHAS. W. McKELUR 51 WABASH AVE., CHICAGO Western Headquarters for Choice Orchids Valley, Roses and all Cut Flowers PETER REINBERQ WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS 51 Wabash Av., Chicago, 111. Long Distance Phone, Central 6004 WINTERSON'S SEED STORE 45-47-49 Wabaih Ave-, Chicago. Seedsmen, Plantsmen, Nurserymen Florists* Supplies Wo ran supplv ovorvthiiiK used hy the Florist. SUri'LV CATALOG FREE. Cor- rt'spuudeiu-e solicited. poehimannWos^W, 33-35-37 Randolph St., - CHICAGO CUT FLOWERS Greenhouses, - Morton Qrove, IIL Rice BrotKers lis N. 6th street, HINNEAPOLIS, HINN. WHOLESALE FLORISTS and SUPPLIES CUT TLOWERS received twice daily, and can fill Eur orders to your satisfaction. A complete line of irtty Greens — WILD SMILAX. BOXWOOD, BWRDY FANCY FERNS, GALAX LEAVES, Write for quotations on large quantities. In ordering goods please add "I saw It In HORTICULTURE." WELCH BROS. AMERICAN BEAUTY, KILLARNEY.RICHnOND, HARYLAND AND ALL THE SUPERIOR ROSES, LILY OF THE VALLEY, CARNATIONS, ORCHIDS 226 Devonshire Street, Boston, Mass. WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKETS— ^'*^'« ""'^^VS^EinRs only CHICAGO Aug. 92 I TWUr CITIES I I Aug. 32 I praLA. Aug. 2^1 KOSTOV Aug. 26 Rosme Am. Beauty, Fancy and Special. .■ [25.00 * ' Ex Lra 20 00 " No. I (i5-*>o '* Lower grades ' 5.00 BiWe.'Maid, Chatcnay, F. & S..-. 5.00 " " Lower grades j 3,00 KfflecQey, Fan. & Sp 5.00 3-00 5.00 3.00 5.00 Lower grades. iUcbmoad, Fancy & Special. " Lower grades ... My Maryland, Kaiserin GAf9S^ATI<^NS. ll^lSOEL.LANEaUS Gladioli Asters Canteyas |35*oo LMes 800 Ltfy «< Uie Valley Mignonette 3.00 3. CO to Sweet Peas Gardenias Adlantum Sndlax Asparagus Plufnosus , strings (100)40.00 " " & Sprcn. (100 bchs.}, 15.00 25 to 30.00 25.00 20.0c 10.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 10.00 6.00 3.00 50.00 10.00 3.00 5.0c ■50 I. CO I2.00 50.00 20.D0 20.00 15.00 la.o* 5.00 4.00 2.00 4.00 2.00 5.00 3.00 25.00 30.00 15.00 10,00 6.00 4.00 7.00 4.00 8.00 5.0c to to to 3.00 1. 00 40.00 to. 00 3.00 2. CO to .40 to to •75 to 10.00 to 35-00 to 33.00 to 5.00 2.00 50.00 ia.50 4.00 3.00 .50 50. CO 1. 00 50.00 50 00 12.50 8. 00 4.00 4.C0 2.00 4.00 2.00 4.00 2. CO 6.00 2.00 ■50 12.50 2.00 .40 I. 00 12.50 35.00 25.00 25.0c 13.00 10 00 5.00 5. CO 3.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 3.00 8.00 5.00 9. CO 75.00 )5-to 4.00 I. CO 50 20.00 1,50 15.00 50.00 50.00 18.00 to 10.00 to 4.00 to 2.00 to 3.00 to .25 to 6.00 to .25 to 4.00 to .25 ■ to .50 to .50 to I 00 to .15 to 50.00 to 6.00 to 1. 00 ■50 05 8 00 to .73 to 10.00 to 25.00 15.00 to to to 25.00 ■I::: 3 00 6.00 1. 00 8.0* I 00 6 00 1. 00 8.00 3 00 1. 00 7^.co 8. CO 3.00 1. 00 .30 30.00 1.35 12. CO 50.00 95. CO J.a.BUDL©NG street, CHICAGO. CUT FLOWERS Boses and Owmatlons A (4»eclaltar. 37-39 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. WHOLESALE GBOWER of Henry M. Robinson J. Margolis Chas. Robinson HENRY Jn. ROBINSON & CO. WHOLESALE COMMISSION DEALERS IN CUT FLOWERS- FLORISTS' SUPPLIES AND HARDY CUT EVERGREENS 15 PROVINCE ST., 9 CHAPMAN PLACE '-°''^26lf*-26?8'"MAlli''"" BOSTON, MASS. FLORISTS' SUPPLIES Send for New Catalogue H. Bayersdorfer & Co. 1129 ARCH ST., PHILADELPHIA. Prices Quoted in these Columns are for Dealers Only When Writins; to Advertisers Please Mention HORTICULTURE. August 2S, 1909 HORTICULTURE 319' Oh You Growers Take notice that a Certificate of Merit was awarded at Cincinnati to the CASTLE AUTOMATIC CIRCULATOR This is an Endorsement of the Automatic Improvement which has met with so much favor among the many greenhouse men who have installed the Au= tomatic. It works while you sleep and saves lots of fuel. Send for descriptive Catalogue. W. W. CASTLE CO. 170 Summer St., Boston 'Aur FIELD GROWN Carnation Plants We offer, subject to prior sale, the following: These are extra strong, healthy plants, the product of the most successful Eastern Growers, stock that has been carefully selected and handled under the best possible methods, thus insuring results that will place the plants in our customers' hands in the very best condition. ENCHANTRESS WHITE ENCHANTRESS R. PINK ENCHANTRESS MRS. LAWSON VARIEGATED LAWSON WHITE LAWSON LADY BOUNTIFUL WHITE PERFECTION First grade $8.00 per hundred. $75.00 per thousand. Second grade 7.00 per hundred. 60.00 ptr thousand. «i»"NOTE. - Second grade are as good, if not better than most Growers' first grade. PROSPECTOR ) trnn t. j j GENEVIEVE LORD \ *^-'^" P" °"?f"£; HARLO WARDEN ) $45.00 per thousand. SARAH HILL, $12.00 per hundred. 800 BOUNTIFUL, 4 in. Pots. 2000 WHITE PERFECTION. 4 in. Pots. $6.50 per hundred. $55.00 per thousand. PRESIDENT SEEL YE LLOYD WINONA WINSOR SPLENDOR CARNEGIE BEACON AFTERGLOW S. S. PENNOGK - MEEHAN GO. The ".roV.rT^' Philadelphia WHOLESALE FLORISTS 1608-1620 Ludlow Street W/ashington Store, 1212 Store closes 6 p. New York Ave. Flower Market Reports. Taken on the whole it is BOSTON the 2;eneral conviction that business is a trifle better than it was one year ago. The summer resort demand has undoubted- 1}' fallen behind but other business has more than offset the loss. The ilower most in evidence is the aster. It is seen in particularly fine quality at present. It had a bad setback at the last storm but in the intervening week has improved wonderfully, yet the quantity offered far exceeds the call and the best being only indifferent in its sale, the lower gi-ades don't pay expenses of picking. The same is true of the cut of buds from the young roses of this year's planting. There are more than enough of the stock from plants grown especially for sum- mer trade to supply all legitimate warts and the tiny fingerling., coming in fi'om houses recently planted are absolutely valueless. • Very lew carna- tions are seen. They are all right as to flower, but short stemmed. Quite a few precocious chrysanthemums, white and yellow are being received, and they bring about twelve dollars a hun- dred. Trade brightened up BUFFALO considerably the past week and as stock on some lines was not so plentiful, values have been better. The roses were in better condition and at times not enough good grade could be had. Beau- ties are fine and have sold well, also Kaiserins, Camots and Bridesmaids. Carnations are taking a rest and the early crop of asters is about over. The Late Branching are coming in but not too plentiful at this writing. Selected stock has sold readily. There are plenty of Japan lilies to be had and they have moved well. Sweet peas were poor and hardly worth the time for picking. Lily of the valley has had a better demand. Plenty of greens are coming in. Stock Is so scarce that CHICAGO many stands are closed temporarily. The field carnations are beginning to come in and some are quite fair as to quality, though the supply is very short. As- ters are still poor and only a small per- centage are of good quality. Alto- gether, trade has probably reached the lowest mark of the season. Funeral work is practically all there is and there ai-e days when there are not sufli- cient good flowers for that. WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKETS.- PER 100, "TO D^LBRg ONLY. CmCVMNATI Aug 23 DBTUDIT Aug. 23 aiiPPALO Aug. 23 PITTSBUM Aug. g3 ROSBS Am^ Beauty, Fan. and Sp. " Extra No.i " Lower grades ■ Bride, "Maid.Chatenay, F. & S. Low. gr.. Killaniey, Fan.&Sp " Lower grades . . . . Richmond, Fancy & Special. " Lower grades .... My Maryland, Kaiserin 15.00 8.00 4.00 3.00 4.00 3.03 6.00 3 00 3.00 CARNATIONS i.oo to (VHSCCLLANEOUS Gladioli Asters Cattleyas LUics Uly of the Valley , Mignonette Sweet Peas Gardenias < AdIaiMum 3mllajc Asparagus Plumosus, Ktrings (loo) *' *' & Spren. (loo bchs.) 2.00 I.oo >.co to .... to ..... to •35 to 10. CO 40.00 lO.CO 25.00 30.00 12.00 6.00 6.00 4.00 ft.OO 4.00 8. CO 4-Co 5 CO 4. CO 2.00 12.00 4.00 ■50 I.oo I3.00 50.00 30.00 20.00 15,00 10.00 4.00 4.00 a. 00 4.00 2.00 4.00 2,00 25 00 18. DC IS. 00 8.00 6 00 4.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 3.00 .50 35.00 12.5© 3.00 .5^ ■ 25 20.00 15.00 30.00 30.00 6.00 J. 50 5c .00 15.00 4.00 I.oo •50 30.00 1.50 20 00 50.00 50.00 3C.OO I5UJO 5^0 3.00 5.00 4.00 5.00 2,00 5.00 2.00 25.00 20.0c 10.00 4.00 6.00 ?i.oo 6.00 4.00 6. CO 4.00 2.00 •30 40.00 8.0a 3.00 .50 .50 20.00 .50 I 40.00 40.00 4.00 3.00 50.00 12.00 4.00 I.oo I.oo 30.00 I.oo 15.00 50.00 50.00 ' 20.00 10. CO 8.00 6.00 3.00 6.00 2 00 6.00 to ■ to to to 25.04 15.00 13. 0« 4.00 I.oo 10 .25 to to 6.00 to 2 00 ti) to to to to to 30.00 to 30.00 to 4.00 3'— la.oo 4»« 12.50- 50.0. 50.0 n 820 HORTICULTURE August 28, 1909 FORD BROTHERS 48 West 28tli Street NEW YORK Tel. J^^3 Madison Square fB ROSES, \m CfiiillONS A Full Line of All CUT FLOWERS Telephone, 3870 or 3871 Madison Square H. E. FROMENT Wholesale Commission Florist, Choice Cut Flowers, 57 West 28th St. :: NEW YORK Telephones : 2200, 2201 , Madison Square. Alfred H. Langjahr All choice cut-flowers in season. Send for quotations. Correspondence with shippers of first-class stock invited. 55 West 28th Street, New York Telephones 4626-4627 Madison Square Edward C. Horan Wholesale Florist 55 WEST 28th ST. New York PHILIP F. KESSLER S5 & 57 W. 26th St., New York. CUT FLOWERS WHOLESALE Open from 5 a. m. to 6 p. m. Sunday till 10 a. m. FINEST LILIES IN THE MARKET. Tel. 5243 and 2921 Madison Square. JOHN YOUNG WHOLESALE FLORIST Finest American Beauties and Carnations S\ West 28 St. - NEW YORK FRANK MILLANG Wholesale Florist 55-57 West 26th St., NEW YORK Shipments, any quantity, Whole- sale Market Rates. Greater Ne-w^ YorK .Florists' Association, Inc. Now Open for Gut Flower Consignments 162 LivlQgston Street, BROOKLYN, N. Y. Geo. W. Crawbuck Telephone Connectioa Manager 3642-43 Main Moore, Henfz & Nash Wholesale Commission Florists 55 and 57 West 26th Street Telephone No. 756 Madison Square New York MILLANC BROS. WHOLESALE FLORISTS A\ West Twenty-Eighth Street •Phones ll^JnadlsonSq. NEW YORK i JOHN I. RAYNOR Wholesale Commission Florist ^LARiEf/cRSXETs" « A full line of Choice Cut Flower Stock for all purposes. Comprises every variety s grown for New York market, at current prices ■ TEL. 1998 HADISON SQUARE 49 West 28th St., New York City « Walter F. Gheridan Wholesale CommisBion Dealer in CHOICE CUT FLOWERS 39 West 28th Street New York Telephone : 3532-3533 Madison Square HEADQUARTERS FOR NOVELTIES ORCHIDS A SPECIALTY THK HICHMT \/AI I eV *tW*V« GRADE or VMIakCl ON MAUD GARDENIAS, DAISIES, ROSES AND CARNATIONS c-O K^..«M« A Kii lo Tsftphone .„ \xr' no,.i. o,. \.i JAMES McM ANUS, m^^iZAZ W. 28th St., New York NEW YORKl^QUOTATIONS PER 100. To Dealers Only ROSES AND IGARNATIONS American Beauty » Fancy and Special " " Extra ' * " No. I *' " Lower Grades Bride, Tlaid, Golden Gate, Fancy and Special. *.' '* Lower Grades Klllarney, Fancy and Special ' ' Lower Grades Richmond, Fancy and Special ' ' Lower Grades Chatenay riy Haryland . Carnations, Fancy and Novelties... " Ordinary Last Half of Week 1 end ng All 1909 g-21 lO.OO 10 15.00 6.00 to 10.00 4.00 to 6.00 .50 to 2.03 2. 00 to A.06 .50 hO 2.00 3.00 to 6.00 •50 to 1. 00 3.00 to 5-00 • SO to 2.00 • 50 to 5.00 ■ 50 to 6.00 1.50 to 2, CO • SO to 1. 00 First Half of Week beglruilngAug 23 1909 lo.oo to 6.0C to 4.00 to 50 to 3.00 to .50 to 3.00 to .50 to 3 00 to • 30 to .50 to .50 to 1.50 to .50 to' 15.00 13. CO 6.00 a 00 4.00 3.00 6.0c 1,00 5.00 a. 00 5. CO 6.00 9.00 1. 00 Alexander J. Guttman THE WHOLESALE FLORIST OF NEW YORK 34 WEST 2StH STREET PHONES. 10G4"»6&5 MADISON SQUARE ENOUGH SAID CENTRALLY LOCATED, THE HUB OF THE FLOWER MARKET SECTION CHARLES MILLANG Wholesale Florist 55 & 57 W. 26 St., NEW YORK Telephone 7062 Madison GEORGE COTSONAS & GO. Wholesale and Retail Dealers in all kinds of Fancy and Dajfger Ferns Bronze and Green Oalax Main Store JO "Vf. 28 St. Phone laoi Mad. Sq. NCW York GROWERS' CUT FLOWER CO. CUT FLOWERS WHOLESALE VIOLETS, CARNATIONS, ROSES ORCHIDS, CHRYSANTHEMUiVIS, LILIES Consignments Solicited. Shipments to Order, any Distance 39 West 28th Street, Telephone 6.37 MacJis J. J. COAN, Ma NEW YORK Durand & Marohn MANUFACTURERS OF All Kinds of Wire Work Florists' Wire Designs a Specialty 24 Beaver St., ALBANY, N.Y. WILLIAM H. KUEBLER Brooklyn's Foremost and Best WHOLESALE COMMISSION HOUSE A First Class Market for all CUT FLOWERS 28 WUIoughby St., Brooklyn, N. Y. Tel. 4591 Main August 28, 1909 HORTICULTURE, 321. WHOLESALE FLORISTS 54 West 28th St. NEW YORK Telenhone 3559 Madison Sq. A. L. YOUNC & CO. RECEIVERS & SHIP- PERS OF CUT FLOWERS. CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED. REED (Sl KCLLCR 12a Weit 2Sth St., New York Florists' Supplies Wc manufacture all our letal Designs, Baskets, Hire Work h. Novelties and are dealers io Wiisware Decorative Greens and Florists Requisites MICHIGAN CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE, Inc. WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS Conslenments Solicited Bardij Fancy Fern Our Specialty 38-40 BROADWAY, DETROIT, MICH. Do not be faked by Wholesale Florists who sell green thread supposed to be equal to the Meyer Green Silkaline Demand the best — it costs less. John C. Meyer t Co. Kl. "."... Wired Toothpicks Manufactured by W. J. COWEE, BERLIN, N. Y. tmfOO....St.TS; 50,000.... $7.50. Sample bw. For sale by dealers SOUTHERN WILD SMILAX Now ready In limited quantity. E. A. BEAVEN EVERGREEN, ALABAMA. KRIGK'S FLORIST NOVELTIES Manufacturer and Patentee of the Per- fect Adjustable Pot Handle or Hanger, Perfect Adjustable Plant Stands and ihe Original Genuine Immortelle Let- ters, etc. Every Letter Marked. 1164-66 Greene Av., Brook yn.N.Y. For Sale by all Supply Houses Southern Wild Smilax Satisfaction Guaranteed Louisville Floral Co., Louisville, Ala. Flower Market Reports. {ContinitfJ front page 3lj) At this time of the DETROIT year it is a genuine pleasure to report a shortage of stock because of improved business. The amount sold and the collpctious made are far in advance of a year ago and it is only reasonable to look with great hope into the future. The euiet summer NEW YORK market is supple- mented by a very light supply of greenhouse products, many growers not sending anything at all to the wholesalers. The outdoor stock such as asters, gladioli, sweet peas, hydrangeas and lilies, is, of WILLIAM F.KASTING CO WHOLESALE FLORISTS 383-387 Ellicott Street BUFFALO, - N. Y. ROBERT J. DYSART Public Accountant and Auditor simple methods of correct accoantlng capeclally adapted for florlata' as*. Books Balanced and Adjusted Mercbant* Bank BulldJaf 28 STATE STREET, - BOSTON TeleplicDe, Main 68. I 188 7 I ESTABLISHED | I909 | KEEPING OPEN HOUSE THIS SUMMER TO RECEIVE CONSIGNMENTS OF \I.L CUT FLOWERS IN SEASON TOP PRICE AND PROMPT RETURNS 106 W. 28th St., N.Y. Tel. 1B7 Madison Sv^ Open 6 A. M. Daily. J. K. ALLEN NEW YORK QUOTATIONS PER 100. To Dealers Only MISCELLANEOUS Cattleyas UHe« Ltly of the Valley Asters Gladioli Sweet Peas (per loo bunches) Qardenlas Adlantum SmHflx Asparagus Plumosus, strings " " & Spieo. (loo bchs) Last Half of Week ending Aug. 21 1909 43.00 3.00 to to 7500 6.00 .50 .10 to to 1. 00 •25 to 1. 00 I. 00 to 4. CO 5.00 to 25.00 6.00 to to .75 10.00 20.00 to 30.00 IC.OO to 25.00 First Hth & 26th Sts., Chicago. H'SDRANGEAS. American Everbloomlng Hydrangea (H. Arboresccns Grandlflora alba), heavy two- year plants for agents' use. Peonia Fe»- tlva Maxima and Queen Victoria, low per 1000. One hundred other choice varletlea of Peonlas at low prices. The E. Y. T«a» Co., Centervllle, Ind. INSECTICIDES. NIcotlclde kills all greenhouse pests. P. B. Palethorpe Co., Eleventh St., Owensboro, Ky. For page see List of Advertisers. Stnmpp & Walter Co., 50 Barclay St., New Y"ork. Kllmdead Tobacco Dust. For page see List of Advertisers. In writing to Advertisers kindly mention Horticulture 324 HORTICULTURE August 28, 1909 INSECTICIDES — Continned Bowker Insecticide Co., Boston, Mass. Insect Destroying Preparations. Phlla. Insecticide Co., 6117 Main St, Germantown, Pa. Pnllman's Insect and Worm Destroyer: Nicotine. For page see List of Advertisers. Eastern Chemical Co., Pittsburg St., Boston. "IMP" Soap Spray. Hammond's Paint & Slug Shot Works, Flshkill, N. Y. Grape Dust. B. G. Pratt Co., 50 Church St., New York. Scaleclde. For page see List of Advertisers. "The Fumigating Kind Tobacco Pow- der"—The first on the market and the kind that has so many Imitators, has our guar- antee tag of satisfaction or money back, and "The Moon Trade Mark" on every bar. »S.OO per 100 lbs. The H. A. Stoothotf Co., Uonnt Vernon, N. Y., makers and sellers. IRIS T. C. Thurlow & Co.. W. Newbury, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. JAPANESE PI^NTS Tokohama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. KENTIAS Godfrey Aschmaun, 1012 W. Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. A. Leuthy & Co.. RosIIndale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. .Tos. Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. IIome-Grown, Established Plants. For page see List of Advertisers. LII-Y OF THE VALLEY PIPS HJalmar Hartraann & Co., Langangstraede 20, Copenhagen, Denmark. For page see List of Advertisers. MASTICA F. O. Pierce Co., 12 W. Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. NE"W SPAWN Wm. Elliott & Sons, 42 Vesey St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. NICO-FTJME Kentucky Tobacco Product Co., Louisville, Ky. For page see List of Advertisers. NTJRSERT STOCK John Waterer & Sons, Ltd., American Nursery, Bagshot, England. For page see List of Advertisers. P. Ouwerkerk, 210 .lane St., Weehawken Heights. N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. . New England Nurseries, Inc., Bedford, For page see List of Advertisers. W. B. Whittler & Co., South Framlngham, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. W. & T. Smith Co., Geneva~N.~Y; For page see List of Advertisers. Bobblnk & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Manual of the Trees of ICorth "America, by C. S. Sargent, mailed to vour address for $6.00, by Horticulture Publishing Co.. H Hamilton Place, Boston. TREES, SHRUBS, ROSES, EVER- GREENS, PEONIES. HARDY PLANTS. ELLWANGER & BARRY, Rochester, N. Y. ONION SETS Leonard Seed Co., Chicago, 111. For page see List of Advertisers. ORCHID PIANTS l.,ager & Hurrell, Summit, N. J. Fresh Imported and Established Orchids. For page see List of Advertisers. Sander, St. Albans, England. Importers, Exporters, Growers, Hybridists. For page see List of Advertisers. Carrlllo & Baldwin, Secancus, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Ordonez Bros., Madison, N. J., Box lOR C. Lablata: D. Blglbbum Arrived. For page see List Of Advertisers. I^argest stock In the country. Ask for prices. Julius Roehrs. Rutherford, . N. J. Native Orchids. Hugo Kind, Hammon- ton, N. J, Orchid Growers' Manual. By B. S. Wil- liams. 300 Illustrations, 800 pages; descrip- tions of upwards of 2500 species and varie- ties of orchidaceous plants, etc. The most complete work on Orchids and orchid cul- ture ever published. Price, $10.00. Orders filled by HORTICULTURE, 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. PAINT AND PUTTT PAINT AND PUTTY: Ideal Greenhonse Lead: Special Greenhouse Putty. Lord & Bumham, ll."53 Broadway. N. Y. FAUHS A. Leuthy & Co., Perkins St. Nurseries, RosUudale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Robert Craig Co., Market and 49th Sts., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Heacocli Co., Wyncote, Pa. Home-Grown Palms. For page see List ofAdvertlsers. Geo. Wlttbold Co7ri6.57~BuckInghanrPlace, Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. John Scott. Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. PANDANUS A. L. Miller, Jamaica, opp. Schenck Av., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. PANSY SEED John Gerard, New Britain, Conn. Giant Pansy Seed. A. T. Boddlngton, 342 W. 14th St., New York. Giant Pansles. For page see List of Advertisers. The best Giant Pansy seed. Send for leaflet Chas. Frost, Kenllworth, N. J. For page see List of Advertisere. PATENTS Slggers & Slggers, Washington, D. C. For page see List of Advertisers. PEAT Orchid Feat and Moss always on hand. Julius Roehrs Co., Rutherford, N. J. PEONIES Gilbert H. Wild, Sarcoxle, Mo. For page see List of Advertisers. The E. G. Hill Co., Richmond, Ind. For page see List of Advertisers. T. C. Thurlow & Co., W. Newbury, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Peonies. Finest cut flower varieties grown. First Prize White, $2.00 per 10; $17.50 per 100. First Prize Pink, $1.25 per 10; $10,00 per 100. First Prize Red, $1.50 per 10; $12.00 per 100. Place your order at once; stock will be reserved for you. 100 other varieties to oiler, write for list. Wagner Park Conservatories, Sidney, Ohio. Peonies — The best French collections. List of new varieties now ready. Cata- logues free. Dessert, Peony Specialist, Chenonceaux, France. Peonies only, by the wholesale — best 100 varieties. J. F. Rosenfield, Westpolut, Nebr. PHLOXES. T. C. Thurlow & Co., W. Newbury, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. PHOTOGRAPHS: DESIGNING: IL- LUSTRATING Geo. E. Dow, 178 Washington St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. PIPE AND FTTTINt^S Foley Mfg. Co., between Western Ave. and 26th St., Chicago, 111. Kroeschell Bros. Co., 466 Erie St., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. PIPE AND FITTINGS. Cast Iron and Wrought Pipe, Valves, Elbows, Pipe Hooka, Automatic Air Headers, etc. Lord & Bora- ham, 1133 Broadway, N. Y. Geo. B. Doane & Son Co., 18 Midway St., Boston. Iron Pipe. For page see List of Advertisers. Metropolitan Material Co., 1392-1402 Met- ropolitan Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. PLANT STAKES Seele's TIeless Plant Stakes and Trel- lises. H. D. Seele & Sons, Elkhart, Ind. POT HANGERS Pot hangers, Kramer's, $1 doz. by exp., $1.25 by mall. I. N. Kramer & Son, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. PRIMULAS F. Oeschlln, 2572 W. Adams St., Chicago, UL Primroses Obconica and Chlnensls. For page see List of Advertisers. Ed. Herrmann, North & Milton Avs., Baltimore, Md. Chinese I'rimnlas, For page see List of Advertisers. Primula chlnensls, 9 colors mixed, 3 Inch, 2c.; Obconica Ronsderfer, Lattmanna Hybrids, 10 colors mixed, 2 inch 2c.; Ob- conica glgantea, mixed, 2 inch 2Hc. J. L. Schiller, 929 Prouty Ave., Toledo, O. RHODODENDRONS ~" John Waterer & Sons, Ltd., American Nuraery, Bagshot, England. For page see List of Advertisers. P. Ouwerkerk, Hoboken', N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. ROSEfr ao<>ert Craig Co., Market and 48tb Sta« Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertlseia. P. Ouwerkerk, P. O. No. 1, Hoboken, N. J. For pege sec List of Advertisers. IMngee & Conard Co., West Grove, P*. For page see List of Advertisers. Poeblmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, lU. For page see List of Advertisers. A. N. Plerson, Cromwell, C>^nn. Wblte KUlarney, My Maryland, Bamblata. For page see List of Advertlsi ts. W. i T. Smith Co., Geneva, N. Y. American Grown Rosee. For page see List of Advertisers. Waban Rose Conservatories, Natlck, Mass. White KUlarney Rose. The Rose, by H. B. Ellwanger; mailed for $1.30 by Horticulture, 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. Hand Book of Cultural Notes on RosM Under Glass, by F. P. Brigbam. mailed to your address for 25c.. by Horticulture Pub- lishing Co.. 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. SEED GROAVERS HJalmar Ilartmann & Co. Cauliflower and Cabbage Seed. Langangstraede 20, Copenhagen, Denmark. For page see List of Advertisers. Francis Brill, Hempstead, L. L, N. Y. Choice Vegetable Seeds. C. C. Morse & Co., 48-56 Jackson St., San Francisco, Cal. For page see List of Advertisers. For List of Advertisers See Page 327 August 2S, 1909 HORTICULTURE 82S T. J. Grey Co., 32 So. Market St., BoatOB. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Kreck & Sons, Bl and {>2 N. Market St., Boston, Maaa. For pEge see List of Adrertlsera. W. Atlee Burpee \- Co., Pblladelpbla. For page see List of Advertisers. Arthar T. Boddlngton, 342 W. 14th St., New York. Giant Pansy Seed. For page .soe List of Advertisers. Blckards Bros., 37 B. 19th St., New York. For page *ee List of Advertisers. R. & 3. Farquhar & Co., 6-7 So. Market St, Boston. Mignonette Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. H. F. Mlchell Co., 1018 Market St., Phll«. For page see List of Advertisers. J. M. Thorburn & Co.. 33 Barclay St., N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Leonard Seed Co., Chicago, 111. Beans, Peas, Sweet Corn, Onion. For page see List of Advertisers. Schlegel & Fottler Co., 26 & 27 So. Market St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. E. P. WInterson Co., Chicago. Seeds for I'lantsmen, Nurserymen, Seeds- men. For page see List of Advertisers. A. C. Zvolanek, Bound Brook, N. J. Winter Flowering Sweet Peas. For page see List of Advertisers. Frauds Brill, Hempstead, L. L, N. T. Choice Vegetable Seeds. For page see List of Advertisers. C. C. Morse & Co., 48-56 Jackson St., San Francisco, Cal. For page see List of Advertisers. O. V. Zangen, Hoboken, N. J. Giant Cyclamen Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. SHRUBS The George WIttbold Co., 1657 Baeklngham Place, Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. SII.KALINE John C. Meyer & Co., Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers SMIXAX E. A. Beaven, Evergreen. Ala. SontlUM-ii Wild iSmilax. For page see List of Advertisers. Smilax, strong, 2i4-In., $1.50 per 100; $10.00 per 1000. Cash please. Wm. Llvesey, 6 McCabe St., New Bedford, Mass. SPHAGNUM MOSS Live Sphagnum moss, orchid peat and •rchld baskets always on hand. Lager & Hnrrell, Summit, N. J. SPRAVERS Chas. J. Jager Co.. Boston. Demlng Spray Pump. For page see List of Advertisers. H. Hunt, .76-78 Wabash Av., Chicago, 111. New Chicago Sprayer. For page see List of Advertisers. SULFUR BURNER Benj. Dorrance, Dorranceton, Pa. SW^EET PEAS A. C. Zvolanek, Bound Brook, N. J. Winter Flowering. For page see List of Advertisers. TYPE\irRIT£RS REBUILT Office Appliance Co., 15 State St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. VEGETABLE PLANTS R. Vincent, Jr., & Soni Co., White Marsh, Md. For page see Llet of Advertisers. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. VEHTILATINO APFARATITS Plerson U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., between 25th & 26th Sts., Chicago. The Advance Co., Richmond, Ind. For page see List of Advertisers. Quaker City Machine Co., Richmond, Ind. 20th Century Ventilating Arm. For page see List of Advertisers. VENTILATING MACHINERY, New Model encased, selfolllng gear; Standard Model Open Gear. Lord & Burnham, 1138 Broadway, N T. 'UriRED TOOTHPICKS W. J. Cowee, Berlin, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. WIKEWOBK Reed & Keller, 122 W. 25th St., N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Durand & Marohn, Albany, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Wlrework. Write for our catalogue. Helton & Hunkel Co., Milwaukee, Wis. William E. Hellscher's Wire Works, 38-40 Broadway, Detroit, Mich. Wlrework — Compare our prices with others. Scranton Florist Supply Co., 301 N. 7th St., Scranton, Pa. WHOLESALE FLORISTS B*at*B N. F. McCarthy & Co., 84 Hawley St., Boston. For page sae List of Advertisers. H. M. Robinson & Co., 15 Province St. and 9 Chapman PI., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Welch Bros., 226 Devonshire St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Tallby, Wellesley, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. WHOLBSALE FLORUTS- Contlnned Buffalo, N.T. William F. Kastlng Co., 383-87 Bailcott St., Buffalo. N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Ohleaga Chas. W. McKeller, 51 Wabash Ave., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Peter Relnberg, 51 Wabash Ave., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. B. F. WInterson Co., 45-49 Wabash Ave., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. J. A. Budlong, 37-39 Randolph St., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Poehlraann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, IIL For page see List of Advertisers. Cromwell. Conn. A. N. Plerson, Cromwell, Conn. For page see List of Advertisers. Datreit Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, 38 and 40 Broadway, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. Minneapolis Rice Bros., 115 N. 6th St., Ulnseapotl^ Minn. For page see List of Advertisers. Naw York Ford Bros., 48 W. 28th St., New York For page see List of Advertisers. H. E. Froment, 57 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Alex. J. Gnttmau, 34 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. E. C. Horan, 55 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. A. H. Langjahr, 55 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. James McManus, 42 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. John I. Raynor, 49 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. W. F. Sheridan, 39 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Moore, Hentz & Nash, 33 and 57 W. Setk St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Wm. H. Kuebler, 28 WlUoughby St., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page sec List of Advertisers. MUlang Bros., 41 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. John Young, 51 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Greater New York Florists' AssociatlOB, 162 Livingston St, Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Frank Mlllang, 55-57 W. 26th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Philip F. Kessler, 55 & 57 W. 28th St, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. A. L. Young & Co., 54 W. 28th St., N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Growers' Cut Flower Co., 39 W. 28th St, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. J. K. Allea, 106 W. 2Sth St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Charles Mlllang, 55 and 57 West 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Manhattan Flower Market, 46 W. S8tb St, New York. PhUadelvUs W. E. McKlsslck & Bros., 1610-1621 Ban- stead St., PbUadelphla, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Leo Nlessen Co., 1209 Arch St., Philadel- phia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. The S. S. Pennock-Meehan Co., 160e-U Ludlow St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. In wriftig to Advflilisers kindly mention Horticulture 326 HORTICULTURE August 28, 1909 Hew Offers in This Issue. APHINE. Geo. E. Talmadge. Inc., Madison, N. J. For pa^e see List of Advertisers. CARNATIONS FIELD GROWN. J. L. Zlillon, I'.lo.ini.'^lnir^'. I'a. For page see I-ist nf .\dvrtisers. CARNATIONS. Skidelsliy & Irwin Co., 1210 Betz Bldg.. Pbiladelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. CARNATIONS FIELD GROWN. Clias. II. lngee & Conard Co. 31 3 Doane Geo. B. & Son Co 331 Dorncr F. Sons & C0.3C2 OowGeo. E 315 Oreer H. A 3^0 Ounlop John H ...•316 Durand & Marohn. . .330 Dysart R. J 321 Eastern Nurseries. . . .313 Bdwards Folding Box Co 318 ElllottWm &Sons 3r4 Kjler J. G 331 Ernest W. H 330 Syres 316 Farquhar R.& J.& Co. 315 Foley Mfg. Co 331 Ford Bros 320 Fromcnt H.E 320 Galvin Thos. F 317 Greater N.Y. Florists' Association 320 Green Chas 302 iircv T. J. Co 3r5 Grifl5n Fredk. H 315 Growers' Cut Flower Co 320 Gade Bros. Co 316 Suttman Alex. J 320 Hall Asso. 331 . ..rtmann Hjalmar & Co 304 Hauswijth the Florist 315 HeacockJos. Co ....3r3 Herrmann Ed 303 .lews A. H. & Co 330 dilfinger Bros 330 atll,TheE.G.Co ...303 Kltchlngs & Co 332 Home Correspondence School. 330 Horan E. V . ....320 Hunt A. E & Co 302 Hunt Bros 302 Hunt E. H 329 Jacobs S. & Sons ^^31 jager, Chas. J Co... 329 Kastin-W. F. Co 321 Kentucky '''obacco Product Co 329 Kessler P. F 32 j fCing Cons. Co 331 Krlck W. C 32t ICroeschell Bros. Co..3ir ICuebler Wm . H 320 Lager & HurrcU 304 Langjahr. Alfred H. . . 320 Leonard Seed Co 315 Leuthy A. & Co ^03 Lord & Burnham Co. 332 Louisville Floral Co..32t MacMulkin E 316 McCarthy N. F.&Co. 331 Page McConnell Alex 316 McKeUar Charles W. 318 McKenna P. 8: ix3ns..3i6 McKlssick, W. E. & Bros 318 MoManusJas 330 Meyer J. C & Co 321 Michell H. F. Co 315 Michigan Cut Flower Exchange 331 Millang Bro6 330 Miltang Charle? 320 Millang Frank 320 Miller A. L 303 Miller E. S 303 Moninger J . C 330 Moore, Hentz & Nash 320 Morse C. C. & Co.... 315 Murray Samuel 316 New Eng. Nurseries. 313 Newman J, & Sons... 316 Nlessen Leo. Co 3r8 Oechalin Frank 303 Office Appliance Co.. 330 Ordonez Bros. 3C4 Ouwerkerk P 313 Palethorpe P. R. Co. . 329 Palmer F. J 313 Palmer W. J. & Son.. 316 Park Floral Co 316 Parshelsky Bros ^ jr Peacock DahliaFarms 303 Pennock-Meehan Co. 319 Perkins St. Nurseries. 303 Phila Insecticide Co.. 339 Pierce, F. O. Co. ...30 Pierson, A. N., Inc.. 30a Pierson F. R. Co 303 Pierson U Bar Co 333 Poehlroann Bros. Co.. 318 Pratt B G. Co 329 Pulverized Manure C0339 Quaker City Mach.Co33i Rayner L M 309 Raynor John 1 320 Reed& Keller 32r Reinberg Peter 318 Renter S. J. &Son, Inc. 302 Rice Bros 318 Rlckards Bros ^15 Robinson H.M.&Co.3t8 Rock Wm.L FI0.C0.316 Roehrs Julius Co. ...304 Roland, Thomas . ■ .303 Rolker August &SonS330 Rose Hill Nurseries.. 304 Sander & Son 304 Schlegel & Fottler C0.315 Schmidt J. C 3C3 Schuiz Jacob 3x6 Scott, John 303 Sharp, Partridge & Co 33r Sheridan W. F 320 Siggers & Sieeers....33o Skidelsky & Irwin.. ..3x3 Smith Elmer D. & C0.302 Smith W.&T. Co ...3x3 Smyth Wm. J.. 3x6 Standard Plate Glass Co 33' Steams A.T. Lumber Co 331 Stumpp & Walter Co. 329 Syracuse Pottery Co .330 Tailby 3x7 Talmadge Geo. E. . . .328 Thorburn T.M.&C0.315 Thurlow T. C. & Co. 303 Totty Chas. H 302 Valentine, J. A 3x6 Vincent R. Jr. & Sons, 3'»-3'S Wants, For Sale. etc.. 327 Ward R.M.&Co... .3x5 Waterer John & Sons- 304 Welch Bros 318 Whittier W. B. & Co. 3x3 Wild Gilbert H 302 WittboldGeo. Co-- - 304 Wilson 316 Wlnterson.E. F. Co.. 318 Wood Bros 3'^ Yokohama Nurseries. 303 Young A. L 32X Yoimg John 320 Young & Nugent 316 Zangen O. V 3x5 Zinn Julius A 3x7 Zvolanek A.C 3x5 IS YOUR NAME IN THE ABOVE LIST? IF NOT, WHY NOT? RAILROAD GARDFNRRS' CONVEN- TION. The third annual convention of the American Association of Railroad Gar- deners convened in Horticultural Hall, Philadelphia, on the morning of Au- gust 24th. In the absence of Presi- dent Hirsch, J. S. Butterfield of the Missouri Pacific was called to the chair. The secretary of the associa- tion, G€orge B. Moulder, of the Illinois Central, made an address, outlining the objects and history of the asso- ciation. A lengthy discussion on the voting privileges of members was taken part in by Messrs. PYench, Dunlap, Mc- Cauley and others. The question was finally disposed of on motion — one man, one vote — irrespective of rail- road. John Westcott extended a wel- come on behalf of Philadelphia, the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, and the Florists' Club. In the afternoon an inspection trip over the Reading R. R., in charge of Albert C. Hueb- ner, in the absence of his father through sickness, was taken by way of Norristown and Lansdale to Trenton Junction, which was much enjoyed. William Kleinheinz, a close personal friend of Mr. Huebner, assisted in do- ing the honors of the occasion which wound up with a dinner at Ostendorff's as the guests of Mr. Huebner. The evening meeting took place at the I''lorists' Club (juarters, at which many able papers were discussed, particulars of which we will give later. Among those present and speaking were: C. J. Andrews, P. R. R., Morton, Pa.; J. A. Byrne, B. & 0., Relay, Md.; Pat- rick Foy, Norfolk & Western; G. E. Preston, Illinois Central; J. Gipner, Michigan Central, Niles, Mich.; F. W. Vail. Central of N. J., Dunellan, N. J.; C. H. Tritschler, Nashville; E. Engel- mann, P. R. R., J. S. Butterfield, Mo. Pac; V. Wickler and Mrs. Wickler, Ills. Central, Freeport, Ills.; Joseph Carson, Main Line Div., P. R. R.; Da- vid C. Rose, Md. Div., P. R. R.; Jules Girtanner, N. Y. Div., P. R. R.; R. J. Rice. Michigan Central; N. Stewart Dunlap, Can. Pac, Montreal; Wm. A. Kellar, Ills. Central, Louisville, Ky.; M. C. Allison, Del. & Hudson. Green Island. N. Y.; J. V. Wingert, C. V. R. R., Chambersburg, Pa.; Mr. Martin, i Nashville, Tenn. The following officers were elected for ensuing year: George B. Moulder of Illinois Central R. R., Chicago, president; Patrick Foy, Norfolk and Western R. R., Roanoke. Va., vice- president; J. S. Butterfield, secre- taiT and treasurer. After the execu- tive business, evening session of Au- gust 24, was concluded several inter- esting papers were read on subjects connected with the objects of the asso- ciation. The paper by E. A. Richard- son on the 'Ideal Railroad Gardener," read by G. J. Andrews, was listened to with great interest as it gave a clear idea of the executive ability and per- sonal qualities needed in the man who must interest both the public and the railroad in the making of "a beautiful gateway into each community." Other iHiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiMiiiiiiiiiiiiiimiiiiiiiiiiiiiji I WANTS, FOR SALE, ETC. I S Advertisements in this column one a S cent a word. Initials count as words. S S Cash with order. AU correspondence S = addressed "care HORTlCUL- S = TURE " should be sent to 1 1 Ham- = S: ilton Place, Boston. S niiiiiiiiiuiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiffl HELP WANTED HORTICULTURE needs a wide- awake representative in every town in the land. Good commission paid on advertising and subscriptions. If you are ambitious, write for terms. WANTED — Experienced grower for com- mercial place near Boston; mast be good grower of carnations especially. Good sal- ary to the right party. Address, with ref- erences. Carnations, care of HORTICUL- TURE. 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. WANTED — A good grower of roses, car- nations, chrysanthemums and potted plants In a commercial establishment. Good position to the right man. J. M. Ward & Co., Peabody, Mass. SITUATIONS WANTED WANTED— Position as superintendent of a couiitr.T estate or farm. Long experience in the culture of fruits, flowers, vegetables, and general farm crops; also in the care of trees, shrubs, lawns, avenues, cattle and poultry. Highest references. Address Experience, care of HORTICULTURE. SITUATION WANTED— Have had 14 years' experience; first-class greenhouse man; grown all kinds of cut flowers and plants; good propagator; reliable and sober. Address D. M., care J. Tomilgas, 47 How- ard St., E. Braintree. Mass. SITUATION WANTED— By competent grower; Swede; 26 yeare old; single; long experience in commercial and private place. Address Edw. Bergstrom, 10 Urban St., East Lynn, Mass. FOR SALE FOR SALE— Special 16x18 and 16 x M double thick glass In "A" and "B" qnalt- ties. Buy now and save money. Wrlt« PARSHELSKY BROTHERS, INC., W Montrose Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. BOILER FOR SALE: 3 ft. diameter, 11 ft. long. Good Bargain for greenhouse boiler. For particulars address "Engineer," 11 Humphreys St., Dorchester, Boston, Mass. FOR SALE— 1-8 section Weathered bollw In good condition; nearly new. N. F. Mc- Carthy & Co., 84 Hawley St., Boston, Mass. papers read were. "Effect of R. R. Gar- dening on the General Public," by H. S. Moulder; "Effect of R. R. Garden- ing on Employees," by J. A. Byrne and Joseph Carson, and a particularly in- teresting one on "Does R. R. Garden- ing Increase Business?" by N. Stewart Dunlop of the Canadian Pacific R. R., Montreal. Wednesday morning the visitors took a trip over the P. R. R. lines as guests of P. R. R., E. A. Sterling, forester, in charge, and in the afternoon a boat trip to Riverton, N. J., as guests of the H. A. Dreer Corporation, W. A. Hoyle in charge. At .S p. m.. a session was held at the Florists' Club quarters in Horticultural Hall. Thursday's program included a trip to Morrisville, Bucks Co., Pa., as guests of the P. R. R., B. A. Sterling in charge. 828 HORTICULTURE August 28, 1909 BAR HARBOR HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. The second annual flower show has passed into history with a remarkable success attending it. In the two days there was an attendance of about two thousand people. The grounds in the front and rear of the Arts Building were utilized for the exhibits in addi- tion to the extensive hall room. Rival- ry was keen. Mrs. Joseph Pulitzer, gardener W. E. Ekstrom, took the prize for the best individual exhibit with AUamanda Hendersonii, nine feet across, and AUamanda Williamsii, ten feet high. For best group of stove or decorative plants, John I. Kane, gar- dener K. McLean, and J. S. Kennedy, gardener W. T. Burton, were first and second respectively. William Miller of Mt. Desert Nurseries, showed some magnificent fuchsias. Among the other large prize winners were Mrs. E. C. Cushman, gardener John Remick; A. C. Gurney, gardener C. L. Shand; Louis B. McCagg, gardener Harrison Stiles; D. C. Blair, gardener Eugene Mitchell; George S. Robbins, gardener J. F. Bunker; J. W. Auchincloss, gar- dener W. Seaver; W. J. Sohieffelin, gardener T F. Anthony; A. M. Coates, gardener John Brown; Mrs. Edward Coles, gardener Edw. McGranaghall; Geo. S. Bowdoin. gardener Bernard Morris: Mrs. J. T. Bowen, gardener A. E, Chilman; Edgar Scott, gardener A. Mitchell; Misses Morrill, gardener C. W. Heath: H. L. Eno, gardener W. T. Chandler; Mrs. John Harrison, gar- dener Washington Grant; Miss N. H. Dehone, gardener N. V. Wilson. Among the exhibits not for competi- tion were a fine collection of orchids and foliage plants from Julius Roehrs & Co.; gloxinias, fuchsias, N. Whit- mani and a new N. Milleri from Mt. Desert Nurseries; gladioli trom B. H. Tracv; dahlias from W. W. Rawson & Co., and a new double scarlet dahlia from C. L. Shand, to each of which a certificate of merit was awarded. Robert Cameron was in charge of the arrangement of exhibits. D. Fin- lavson, T. D. Hatfield, E. O. Orpet, J. T." Clarke, W. N. Craig and A. P. Meredith were the judges. The Mt. Desert Nurseries, George R. Dorr proprietor, gave a banquet to the visitors on Saturday evening, which about 100 attended. William Miller acted as toastmaster. CLUB AND SOCIETY NOTES. The annual flower show was held at Southampton, Mass., on August 13, with many fine exhibits by amateurs. The flower carnival held at Addison, N. Y., on August 17, brought out a greater variety than ever before from the numerous gardens. The largest exhibits were of gladioli by Chas. Larrowe of Cohocton. and of sweet peas by E. A. Higgins of Avoca. At a meeting of the executive com- mittee of the Connecticut Horticul- tural Society on August 17, President Huss announced the offer of a prize of $25 from A. T. Boddington for best collection of vegetables, and a silver medal from Stumpp & Walter Co., for best collection of dahlias at the com- ing dahlia show. GARDENERS' AND FLORISTS' CLUB OF BOSTON. The club will hold its next field day at the Bay State Nurseries, North Abington, Mass., on September 11. Regular club meetings will resume on September 21. J. W. Duncan will be the speaker of the evening, his subject being, "Some Facts About the West." J. K. M. L. Farquhar will deliver a lecture on bulbs at the October meet- ing, with stereopticon views. W. N. CRAIG, Sec. "THE FIRST NEWS OF THE BIG MEETING." Editor HORTICULTURE: Dear Sir: — For the man who does something worth doing, better than the rest, I have a sincere admiration; whether it be ploughing a furrow, growing a tree, or making a paper for "live ones." And I want to send you a stranger's congratulations on getting to me and in the same way to others, the first news of the big meeting at Cincinnati. There are bigger ones, "but Oh, you Horticulture." My personal congratulations and a hand-shake. That's all. Yours truly, JOHN WATSON, Newark, N. Y. OBITUARY. Mrs. George H. Linsdale. Mrs. Linsdale, widow of George H. Linsdale. who, until his death in June. 1908, was a familiar figure in the re- tail flower district of New York. dieJ recently. She left two daughters. Valentine Fox. Valentine Fox. a native of Germany, who has resided in this country since 1855 and followed the occupation of gardener near Fort Wayne. Ind., died on Aug. 9 at the age of 69. Mrs. Robert George. Mrs. Robert George, wife of Robert George, of the Storrs & Harrison Co., died on Aug. 13 at her home at Paines- ville, O. Mrs. George has been an invalid for some time, but through her lovable character and sympathetic personality had endeared every one to her and her funeral was largely at- tended. E. G. Hill of Richmond, who was a schoolmate of Mr. George, Adam Graham and Charles Hart of Cleveland were present at the last sad rites. Mrs. Mary J. Shurtleff. Mrs. Mary J., wife of Josiah B Shurtleff, florist, of Revere. Mass., died on August 21, at her home on Cushman avenue, following an illness that lasted four months. Besides her husband she is survived by two sons. Josiah, Jr., and William H. Shurtleff of Reveri, and one daughter. Do You Know APHINE "COLLIER'S WEEKLY" says: " Aphine has a future as wide and long as the United States." The "FLORISTS' EXCHANGE" says: " It is not very often that any new enterprise receives such an impetus at the very start as the newly exploited insecticide Aphine has. We have been told on what would seem to be the very best expert authority that this preparation is a very excellent thing." The "FLORISTS' REVIEW" says: "The demand for Aphine, the in- sect destroying discovery, is wide- spread. Its endorsement has beeti remarkable. An unsolicited editorial in Col ier's Weekly is esptcially strong in its behalf, and Ar bur Harrington, Albert M. Herr, Louis A. Noe, Brant- Hentz Flower Co., August Belmont, and the entomologists, J. B. Smith and E. B. Southwick have much to say as to its efficiency." It Kills the Black Ply, Qreen Fly, White Fly, Red Fly. Thrip, R«d Spider. Mealy Bug, Slugs, Caterpillars and White and Brown Scale. To spray — Use 1 part Aphine to 40 parts water. $2.50 per gallon ; $1.00 per quart. Manifactuked B\ Geo. E. Talmadge, inc. MADISON, N.J. Deicriptive Circular on Request. John Carson. John Carson, a native of Ireland, died at his home in Chicago on Aug. 12, at the age of 79. He was a land- scape gardener. W. H. Wright. W. H. Wright, a florist of Vicks- burg. Miss., died on Aug. 10. aged 60. Two daughters and two sons survive him. A MAPLE TREE PEST. There is an insect attacking maples that is fatal if left unchecked. It is known as the maple phenacoccus. Its presence is readily recognized by the characteristic whitish appearance of the hark, due to the presence of num- erous small white oval cocoons of the male and also to the conspicuous wooly masses on the under sides of the leaves produced by groups of females. The species occurs only on hard maples and produces two or three generations an- nually. It can be best controlled by thorough applications of such contact insecti- cides as a whale oil soap solution or a kerosene emulsion. This treatment would be more effective if given at the time when most of the minute, yellow- ish young are crawling. This latter must be determined by observations, since the dates vary considerably from year to year. Kerosene emulsion may be used at the rate of one gallon to seven gallons of water, or whale oil soap at the rate of one pound to two gallons of water, while the foliage is on the trees. It can also be used in winter with some success, but double the strength may then be taken of either solution. This scale insect is a native of Eu- rope, and has no doubt been introduced into this country on nursery stock. It August 28, 1S09 HORTICULTURE 329 Tobacco Paper IS THE STRONGEST, BEST PACKED, EASIEST APPLIED. 24 sbeeU $ 0.75 144 •heeU 3.50 2M sheeU 6.50 1728 theeU 35.10 ''Mipn riiimr" ^'^^'^ 111 ||j||"||| IWI r OVER 40% NICOTINE ^^^^^^^^^^^^jjj^^^^^^ By far the CHEAPEST. Furnishes the _,. . _ . -- JUST NOTE PRICEl Most Nicotine for the Money pj^^ , ,5^ ...nanufacturcd by ... % GmUou 5.50 THE KENTUCKY TOBACCO PRODUCT CO., LoulSTUle, Ky. sclSfoM ..!!!! ^ ! 47!25 has been recognized in the United States tor a number of years, and in some places is occasionally proving very destructive. The writer treated trees of five shade tree owners last season, in June, while the insects were still in the egg stage. A little compressed air sprayer was used on the trees and the application was made to the trunk and larger branches with a scrub brush, as this is where the egg masses mostly harbor. Sometimes the bark will crack in large places on the trunk of trees and the insects will gather under the bark and a scrub brush is therefore a very effective implement. SYLVANUS VAN AKEN, Port Ewen. N. Y. ADDENDA TO SWEET PEA RE- VIEW, 1909. Howard M. Earl, manager for W. At- lee Burpee & Co., from whom much of the information contained in the article appearing in our issue of August H was obtained, writes under date of August IS as follows: lu looking over some notes the other night I found I unintentionally failed to correot some wrong information that was given to me while in California, which was to the effect that "President Spencer" was the same as "America Spencer." I tooli an expert's opinion for this but upon investigating am advised by Mr. Burpee that the "President" is quite similar to our Senator Spencer to he introduced in 1910, but the color of the stripings and flakings is not so bright. That Sweet Pea article of yours was fine. Some of the liyper-critical may crit- icise it but the meat was there. We take pleasure in making the cor- rection referred to above by Mr. Earl. G. C. W. PULLMAN'S INSECT and WORM DESTROYER Kills Worms and Acta In ground. Kills Cat Worms. Kills all kinds of Insects. Acts as Fertilizer to ground. This powder Is put up In packages from 1 to 100 lbs. Full directions and testimonials In each package. PRICE lib 30c I 86 lbs »1.«0 5 Iba 36c 60 lbs 8.75 10 lbs 65c I 100 lbs. 6.00 NICOTINE Kills Thrips, Red Spider, Black Fly, Aphis, Green Fly and other greenhouse pests. This solution Is put np In Vs pt. cans ...at 25c I i pt. c ins.-.at » 1 40 K pt. cans ...at 50c i qt. cans...at 3.75 a pt cans • • .at 90c | a gal cans at 5.00 Sgalca s at 40.00 Salesmen Wanted Everywhere —Made By— The Philadelphia Insecticide Co. 324 Queen Lane, Germantown, Phila., Pa. New Chicago Sprayer This sprayer is made of aluminum with two brass plates, one fine, one coarse. These are easily removed and quickly cleaned. Spraying face 41/2 inches wide, nozzle 6% inches long; % inch pipe connec- tions. These sprayers will never wear out and are said by users to be the finest on the market. Send to us for testimonials from growers using them. Price $2.50 Each E. H. Hunt, 76-78 Wabash Ave., Chicago, 111.' mm namKU Dried, screened and packed In bags of 100 lbs. each. PULVERIZED SHEEP MANURE PURE UNIFORM RELIABLE A strong and quick acting manure, talghljr recommended for carnation! and chrysanthemums. SHREDDED CATTLE MANURE EASY TO HANDLE AND APPLT Stronger and better In every wv than rough manure. I.iasts mu^ longer on the benches. Unequalled f*" mulching and feeding roses, liquf manuring and mixing with bench aa^ potting soil. Used by all the largaat growers. Ask Tour Supply Han or Wrlt« Us for Circulars and Prices. THE Pulverized Manure Go. 31 Uniin Stock Yards CHICAGO SCALECIDE I Will positively destroy SAX JuSE SCALE and all I soft bodied sucking insects without jnjurj- to the ' I tree. Simple, more effective and cheaper than Liiue Sulphur. Not an experiment. One gallon mabeB 16 to 20 gallons spraj* by Gimxl; adding water. I Send for BooKlet, "Orchaard Insurance." B. G. PRATT CO.. 50 CHURCH ST., WW YORK CITY. ! In ordering goods please add "I saw It In HORTICULTURE." The Best Bug Killeranii Bloom Saver Fee PROOF Writ* to P.R.PaMhoriMC«. IWENtlORI, It. ^ Thebestofal^'j Dusting or Himi^atin^ 50 twcl*7 St. NewTork. Which Spray Pump^ ^^^^^^B Bhall yon buy? Bay the Spray Pump that fully meets the demands orthe Government AgrI cultural Sclentlsta and all practi cal Fmit Growers. These ptunps are widely known as DEMING SPRAYERS and are made In 23 styles for use in email gardens or immense orchards. Write for our 1909 catalog: with Spraying Chart. Add 4 cents post- age ana receive "Spraying tor Profit," a useful guide book. CHARLES J. JA6ER CO. 381-380 FruJUlaBt.. Boston SPRAYED 330 HORTICULTURE August 28, 1909 I^OI« HEWS STANDARD POTS 99 Tiers' us... POT MAKERS FOR 140 YEARS Pearson Street, LONG ISLAND CITY, N. Y. WRITE FOR CATALOGUE AND DISCOUNTS A. H. HEWS & CO., Inc. WORLDS LARGEST MANUFACTURERS} CAMBRIDGE, MASS. 452.460 No. Branch St- CHICAGO, ILL. PATENTS GRANTED. 930,936. Lawn Trimmer, William Louden, Fairfield, Iowa. 930,428. I.awn Mower. Earl M. Staple- ton, Cedarvale, Kans. 930.615. Receptacle for Flowers. Geo. Purdue, East Orange, N. J. 930,692, Pipe Coupling. Henry D. Robinson, Philadelphia, Pa. 930, (iSf). Greenhouse Roof Construc- tion. Nicholas J. Rupp, Chicago, 111. 93(1,767, Lawn Sprinkler. Joseph Keene, Chicago. 111. 930,893. Vacuum Valve for Heating Systems. Frank Shurtleff. Moline, 111., assignor of one-half to Moline Vacuum Vapor Heating Company, a Corporation of Illinois. 930,984. Pipe Coupling. William Mc- Grath and Edward J. Buck- bee, Urbana, 111. Home Stud?' PROF. CRAIG Complete Home Study Courses in Agriculture, Horticulture, Floriculture, Landscape Gar- dening. Forestry, Poultry Cul- ture and Veterinary Science under Prof. Brooks of the Mass. Agricultural College, Prof. Craig of Cornell University, and other eminent teachers. Over one hundred Home Study Courses under able professors in leading colleges. 256 page catalog free. Write today. The HOME CORRESPONDENCE SCHOOL Dept.H. Springfield. Mast. price per crate J3cx> a in.pots in crate $4.88 1500 2 Ji * " S-25 1500 aM * " 6.00 2000 3 • " 5-«. 800354 • " 5.80 J004 ' " 4.S0 .4564^8 '.'. 5=4 3205 " 4-51 •losM * " 3.78 STANDARD FLOWER POTS Packed in small crates, easy to handle. Price per crate 144 6 in. pots in crate $3,16 1207 " " 4.20 60 8 " " 3.00 HAND MADE 48 9 in. pots in crate $3.60 48 10 " " 4.80 24 II " " 3.60 24 12 " " 4.80 12 14 " " 4.80 616 " " 4.50 Seed pans, same price as pots. Send for price list of Cylinders for Cut flowers, Hanging Baskets, Lawn Vases, etc. Ten per cent, ofi for cash with order. Address flUflngrer Bros., Pottery, Fort Edward,N.Y. August Rolker & Sons, AgU. >1 Barclay St. N. V. GIty. SyracuseRedPots ALL THE STANDARD SIZES It will soon be time to order large pots for fall potting. We have a full line of the best. Syracuse Pottery Co., Syracuse. I— STANDARD FLOWER — If your greenhouses are within 500 miles of the Capitol, write us, we can save you money. W. H. — 28th I M Sts., ERNEST Washington, D. C. GREENHOUSES BUILDING OR CONTEMPLATED. Bridgeton, N. J. — John Carman, one house. Puyallup, Wash. — J. E. Priedley. one house. -H. Plath, house. San Francisco, Cal. 20x150. Troy, N. Y. — J. G. Barrett, house, 30x200. Montpelier, Ind. — E. E. Stinson, ad- ditions. Pittsfleld, III. — Mrs. George Hansen, additions. Red Bank, N. J.— C. W. Schneider, one house. Lewiston, III. — Miss L. M. Davidson, one house. Columbus, O. — U. S, A. Barracks, house lSx60. Parsons, Kan. — Wirt Floral Co., house, 50x100. -N. Springfield, Mass.- house, 28x100. P. Higglns, lola, Kan,. — Grant Bilbe, vegetable house. 24x127. Manchester, N. H. — Harry Sanford, enlarging houses. Milwaukee, Wis. — Eschrig & Kauf- mann, range of houses. Stockbridge, Mass.— S. W. Wood- ward estate, house. 25x125. Toledo, 0. — Krueger Bros., three carnation houses, each 30x256. Minneapolis, Minn,/ — Hiawatha Gar- dens Co., two houses, each 28x115. Birmingham, Ala. — W. W. Skews, two houses, one 20x100, one 20x150. Binghamton, N. Y. — Geo. B. Grip- pen, one house; W. A. Eisenhart, im- provements. NEWS NOTES. Exeter, N. H. — Wm. Toland suc- ceeds J. R. Perkins as grower for W. S. Perkins. Du Bois, Pa. — The greenhouse of George Mims was destroyed by fire on Aug. 16. The loss is estimated at $10,000. Orlando, Fla, — Dr. A. W. Morrill has resigned his position in the govern- ment service to accept the position of entomologist of the Arizona Horticul- tural Commission and of the Experi- ment Station. Arizona is just begin- ning to grow citrus fruits on a large scale and is believed to be entirely free from white fly and scale insects and hopes to remain so. Dr. Morrill has made an extensive study of these pests, and with Dr, Back of Florida has prepared a report that will be of great value when issued by the gov- ernment about the end of the vear. Typewriters NEW AND REBUILT SOLD and RENTED Prices, $15 Up; Liberal Terms THE OFFICE APPLIANCE CO. IS state Street, Boston, Mass. A STIC A ^qfeenliouseqlazin^ USEITNaW. F. 9. PIERCE CO. [12 W.BROADWAY NEW YORK nastlca Is elastic and tenacious, admits of ex- pansion and contraction. Putty becomes hard and brittle. Brolcen glass more easily removed without breaking of other glass as occurs with hard putty. Lasts longer than putty. Easy to apply. Copyrights Send your business direct to WobIiId^ab. Sares time aod insures betbsr Mrvic«. Personal attention ^arant<«d. Twecty-five years' active service. SPECIALTY: " Woricing on tiM FaUs ol Otlsers." 8IG6ER8 & SIG6ER8 PATBHT LAWVmKS Box ». Natlomsl Union BuiMtes Waahinctoa, O. C. GREENHOUSE CONSTRUCTION LUMBER John C. Moninger Co. 117 E. Blackhawk St., CHICAQO. Holds Glass Firmly See the Point O* PEOtLESS Qlkzlnip Points ftr« thebesi. No rights or lefts. Box of 1,000 polDU 75 ct«. poitp&id. DENKT A. DREER, 714 Cfaevtaat St., Phtla., Pft. August 2S, 1909 HORTICULTURE 381 KROESCHELL BOILER yADE OF FIBE BOX FLAN6E PLATE Can not Crack Witir Spaci io Front, Sides and Back Tkt Mast Papular Boiler Made SENO FOR UTALOGUE. KROESCHELL BROS. GO. 466 Erie St., CHICAGO, ILL. ■Tcrytblng for OrecDlionse BnUdlDg Write for Infop- tnatlon and prlces- In Widths from 14 feet o inches to 54 feet o inches. Withont posts. KINO TRUSS SASH BAR HOUSES. IRON GUTTERS AND EAVES. IRON AND CYPRESS BENCHES. VENTILATING MACHINERY. KING CONSTRUCTION CO. NORTH TONAWANDA, N. T. (linm SISN . BARS ta fMt cr loacai HOT BED SASH PECKY CYPRESS BENCH LUMBER GREENHOUSES EIE6TED MB EQUIPPED COMPLEH IF DESUEl WrUt for Cirealmr "D" aad ni«M Hi a. T. STEARNS LDHKI m. NEPONSET, BOSTON, MASS. THE ADVANCE MACHINE A Connecticut florist writes us Aug. 10, " I cheerfully enclose check herewith to cover bill of July i5lh No difficulty what- ever experienced in erecting the machines and am immensely pleased with the ease of opera- tion." That sounds good. It is the easy erecting and the easy work after being up, together with a fair price, that brings us the orders. We only need a trial by you to make you our friend. Send for an estimate The Advance Go. RICHMOND, INO. We can supply In any Size or Length and in Car Loads or any Quantity PECKY CYPRESS The Ideal Lumber for Greenhouse Benches MOST LASTING- LEAST EXPENSIVE When ordering your other building material it is wise to add enough Pecky Cypress to make the shipment a carlot and so take advantage of lower carload freight rates. WRITE TO US FOR PRICES ■ THE FOLEY MFG. CO., 26th &; WESTERN AVES. Chicago STANDARD PLATE GLASS CO. rianufacturers — Importers — Jobbers NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY FRENCH OR AMERICAN GREENHOUSE GLASS LOWEST PRICES ON REQUEST 26-30 Sudbury St. BOSTON, flASS. 61-63 Portland St. GLASS Low prices are helping demand on Green House Glass, take advantage, write us for prices Sharp, Partridge & Co., 22n(l& Lumber Sts,, CHICAGO, ILL. BOSTON PLATE & WINDOW GLASS CO. GREENHOUSE GLASS """*" *'"' 261 to 287 A Street BOSTON AMERICAN 20 to 22 Canal Street MANUFACTURERS OF GREENHOUSE MATERIAL — VENTILATING APPARATUS — PUTTY JOBBERS IN GREENHOUSE GLASS — BOILERS — PIPE — FITTINGS We carry on hand everything necessary for the complete Erecting:, Heating, Ventilating or Repairing of Greenhouses. Lei us quote you. IRON PIPE Second Hand Suitable for all greenhouse pur- poses, steam, water, gas or oil, also for fences or posts. All sizes. Prices low. Geo. B. Doane&SonCo. 18 Midway St., Boston Telephone, Main 4419. The FLORISTS' Hi.IL ASSOCIATIOI or AMERICA, insnror of 2»,000,0«« 94. ft. 9t glam. For particnkn acklres John C. Ester. S«c>.Sad hard. Dorothy Devens, Oeo. Kalb, Glory of the Pacific, Harry flay. Ivory, Jeanne Nonln, J. E. Lager, J n. Troy, J K Shaw, Haud Dean, Meta, Hlnnle Wanamaker, Hrs. Alice Byron, Hrs. Baer. Hrs. Robert HcArthur, Had P. B:remann, Robt. Halllday, Timothy Eaton, Wm Duckham, etc., $3.00 per 100, $20.00 per 1000. Send for Catalogue of Roses, cwn root and grafted, and otticr miscellaneous stock. WOOD BROTHERS FISHKILL, N.Y. PEONIES Send for our list. The very choicest Commercial Varieties. FIELD CARNATIONS Pure White Enciiantress Afterglow, Winona, Winsor, splendid plants, $6 per 100, $50 per 1000 THE E. G. HILL CO., Richmond, indiana. P/EONIES 16 Acres for Fall Delivery. WRITE FOR PRICES. GILBERT H. WILD, Sarcoxie, Mo. Prices Quoted in these Columns are for Dealers Onlv. When Wrttine; to Advertisers Please Mention HORTICULTURE. 536 HORTICULTURE September 4, 1909 50,000 HELD GROWN CARNATION PLANTS NOW READY FOR SHIPMENT Enchantress . Beacon R. P. Enchantress Harvard, Crimson White Enchantress Lawson White Perfection Winsor Queen $4.00, $5.00 and $6.00 Per Hundred 5,000 Plants of the New White Garnation-Georgia-At $12.00 Per Hundred WELCH BROTHERS 226 DEVONSHIRE STREET, = BOSTON, MASS. Sabbatia chloroides Our Alabama Sabbatias'we believe arc larger and finer than the New Jersey ones illustrated in Horti- culture of August 28, page 305. They are something grand »nd we are supplying northern growers with them at bargain prices, Habenaria ecliaris This is the golden fringed orchid hardy everywhere. We have a fine stock of it. Stokesia cyanea A favorite everywhere, can furnish plants, or new crop seed. Headquarters for all the above and>ther native American plants. Fruitdale, Alabama. I Having just returned from Europe I am now in a position to offer 20,000 AZALEAS in leading varieties at lowest wholesale prices, also Araucarias, Asparagus, Crotons, Arecas, Cocos, Kentlas, Latanlas, Phoenix, Rubbers, Pandanus, 1 50,000 Small Ferns for Dishes in best sorts Wholesale Price List on Application. A. LEUTHY & CO. PERKINS ST. NURSERIES ROSLINDALE, BOSTON, MASS. LILIES Tenuifolium, Wallacei, etc. GERMAN AND JAPAN IRiS, DEL- PHINIUM FORMOSUM Canadense, Super- bum, Single and Double Tigers, named Elegans, Our 1909 list of PEONIES, PHLOX and IRIS Is now ready, »lso Preliminary List of CHOICE EVERGREENS and DECIDUOUS TREES Sent free to all applicants T.C.TIiurlow&Co.,^"^:j.T'""' OUR SPECIALTIES Araacarias, Palms, Azaleas and Blooming Plants for Christmas and Easter GODFREV ASCHMAXN, Importef, Grower and Wtiolesale Dealer in Arau- caria Excelsa, Robusta Compacta and Excelsa Glauca; Kentia Forsteriana and Belmoreana; Sago Palms, Areca Lutes- cens, Cocos Weddelliaua. HEADQUARTERS FOR FERNS sucli as Wliitmani, Boston, Amerpohll, Scottii, Todeaoides. Begonia Gloire de Lorraine, C incli, by the tbousand. Primula Chinese, etc., cheap for cash. Send for prices. 1012 West Ontario Street PHILADELPHIA, PA. Write for prices E.S.MILLER Wading River L. I., N. Y. PEACOCK'S CELEBRATED NEW DAHLIAS JACK ROSE and other cut flower sorts. SEND FOR CATALOG. Peacock Dahlia Farms Wllllamstown Junction, N.J. If you want to do business Advertise in Horticulture. CARNATION PLANTS Fine, Healthy Field Grown Plants Enchantress, Lady Bountiful, White Enchantress, Robt. Craig, Rose Pinlc Enchantress, Winsor, Mrs. Lawson, White Lawson,. i^e.OO PER 100; $50.00 PER lOOO. Vietorv, 2nd size, $5.00 per 100; $4.5.00- per 1000. White Perfection, Red Chief :ind Beacon, 3rd size, at $4.0 Irwin Co., 1215 Betz Bldg., PHILA., PA. September 4, 1909 HORTlCULTURi: 337 Notes from the Arnold Arboretum 'European Horticulture Of all the Poplars the mosi handsome in foliage is the new Populus lasiocarpa from Central China. A young plant is at the fii-st sight hardly taken for a Pop- lar and may rival many of the ornamental foliage plants in beaitty. Our plant is now about five feet liigh and covered to the base with close set very large leaves of briglit green color marked beautifully with red veins and borne on stout bright red stalks. The leaves attain up to twelve inches in length and ten in width and are the largest of any Poplar; they are heart-shaped in out- line and pointed, with closely serrate margin and the stalks are about four inches long. It has proved hardy in England, but has not yet been tried out of doors dur- ing the winter here. In its native habitat it grows into a tree from twenty to forty feet high. Another new tree with handsome foliage is Tetracen- tron sinense closely allied and very similar to Cercidi- phyllum japonicum now well known in cultivation and appreciated for its fine and distinct foliage, but the former is easily distinguished by the leaves being alter- nate, not opposite as in the latter. They are ovate in outline and long pointed, with obtusely serrate margin, bright green above and whitish on the under surface, from three to four inches long and borne on slender stalks. The insignificant flowers appear with the young leaves in slender pendulous catkins from three to six inches in length. In its native country it attains a height of fifty feet. Like the preceding species it is yet to be tested here in regard to its hardiness. The many species of Ehamnus in cultivation are gen- erally not of great value as ornamental fruiting shrubs, since the berrj-like fruits are usually dull black, though they are freely produced and of some effect in contrast with the green foliage or on the bare branches in winter. The species, however, which belong to the Frangula- group are handsomer, as the fruits turn red before they assume their final dark color and like Rhamnus Fran- gula look rather pretty for a short time, while the branches are studded with red and black fruits at the same time. Particularly handsome is in this respect the recently introduced Bhamnus crenata from Japan as the red color of the fruits lasts longer and is brighter than Ln the other species. It is an unarmed upright shrub with ovate-oblong finely serrate leaves from two to four inches long: the fruits which are preceded by insignifi- cant greenish-white flowers appear in axillary short- stalked clusters along the branches and assume in August a bright red color changing later to purplish black. In many books and catalogues it is given as being in cultivation for a long time, but the shrub met with sometimes in gardens under the name of Rh. crenata is usually Rh. dalmrica which differs very much in its spiny brandies, in the fruits changing from green immediately to black, the narrower glossy leaves and the scaly winter buds, while Rh. crenata like Rh. Frangula has naked winter buds. Rhamnus crenata has proved perfectly hardy at the Arboretum. MULGEDIUM BOURGAEI This composite, a native of the Caucasus, possesses grand foliage, and a flowershaft of 70 cm. in height and 1(5 cm. in diameter; and the seed was collected by Dr. Levier during his journey in that region, and sent to M. Correvon at Geneva. The doctor informed M. C.. Sprenger, nurseryman of Naples, that the plant grows; in limestone soil containing a layer of vegetable matter, at the margins of woodlands near Muri and Lentichi, and reaches a height of 9 feet, and the plant is of high decorative value. There exists a form named integri- folium now in bloom with a gentleman in Florence. M. Bourgffii is in flower during the months of June and July. LADY GARDENERS At the present time Switzerland has two horticultural schools, both in Niederlenz, whilst in Germany there have been established quite a dozen. The most of the "marriageable" ones search for and find their livelihood in small institutions, and estate gardens. Notwith- standing the fact that for thirty years the reclamation drum has been thumped vigorously, nothing as yet has been heard or observed at exhibitions of the actual ef- forts of our charming colleagues. Why is this ? Surely because of the coyness of the male gardeners. These should, as soon as may be, conduct the pretty Paradise gardeners home and carry on housekeeping, changing about from the garden and the greenhouse, into the kitchen, and when it so far goes into the nursery. Then the journejTnan and the serving maid question is solved at one and the same time ; and the man has only then to care that he keeps the grip in his own hand. THE "ENGLISCHEK" PELARGONIUM IN GERMANY The "show" or "Englischer" Pelargonium probably so called because of its introduction from England to Germany has, for a great number of years found favor in the latter country amongst all sorts of people, where- as in England its cultivation has waned greatly, and but few cultivators have the large collections of varie- ties that were once common in gardens of any preten- sions. The original "show" varieties are supposed to have been derived from P. hortulorum, a Cape of Good Hope species introduced to Europe by Masson in 1794. Normally this species is white flowered, loose in habit, and having a long slender tube to the calyx, and long stalks to its deeply lobed leaves. Another progenitor of the "show" varieties appears to have been enculatum introduced to British gardens by the Earl of Portland in 1690. In the fancy or small flowered show pelargoni- ums, the first of the race was P. Willoughbyanum, which was bred from the ordinary varieties of the period —about 1835. The German varieties of these show pelargoniums have been in recent years greatly improved in a variety of ways by Herr Carl Faiss, nurseryman at Feuerbach, Herr Eeubronner, and Herr Burger; and in compact- 338 rtORTlCULTURE. September 4, 1909 ness of growth, size and brilliant coloring of the flow- ers leave but little to be desired. Colors are to be met with among the varieties brought out by these special- ists that range from white, rose, brilliant scarlet, to deep lilac, and other minor tints. Among the best of Faiss' last year's novelties are Grossherrogin, Hilda von Baden, Deutscher Ruhm, Schiller, Goethe and W. Hauff. A fine variety of the present year has appeared in Graf Ferdinand von Zep- pelin ; and Michael Buchner is not less beautiful. The color of the Graf Zeppelin is salmon-red, and it has equal-sized reddish blotches, bordered with scarlet. The flowers are of fine form, semi-double, and they form gi- gantic trusses. The habit is compact, and the flower trusses are raised well above the leaves. Illustrations taken from photographs which appear in "Die Garten- welt" for August 7 of this and other varieties, attord good ideas of the value of these German varieties of the Pelargonium for decorative purposes. What is really required is a remontant habit of flowering, such as has really been obtained in Faiss' variety Ostergruss, which was shown at Mannheim horticultural show last year as a group plant, and was in bloom continually till late autumn. Another equally good perpetual flowering va- riety has yet to be raised, and caution is necessary to buyers, if they would escape disappointment ; the more so, as Ostergruss is difficult to obtain seeds from, how- ever carefully the flowers are pollinated. 4?%«^-xry^ Manganese in the Soil Let no one confuse Manganese with Magnesium, the latter of which is found in Epsom Salts as we have ex- plained before. These two have little in common except that they are both common as dirt, although in small quantities. Manganese is even less heard of than Mag- nesium although in a Norway spruce it forms forty per cent, of the ash of the bark. It is an element not unhke iron, a large use of it being in the manufacture of steel. A common compound is "Black Oxide of Manganese," costing a few cents per pound while other combinations are boiled with oil to make a quick dryer, hence "raw' and "boiled" linseed oil. Found in the soil usually m a not greater proportion than one or two parts per thousand. From time to time many and various experiments have been worked with Manganese. Like many chem- icals if is a stimulus in minute quantities and its re- semblance to iron makes interesting chemical possibili- ties, although it has been shown to be injurious in cer- tain amounts also. The combinations that this ele- ment makes are usually hard to dissolve in water which is quite diflierent from "the combinations of Soda or Pot- ash or Magnesium. The excuse for further considera- tion at this time of Manganese is the newly erected land mark — the Manganese Monument, a recent stride in the chemistry of soils. To see our monument wc will have to ship across to Hawaii where Mr. Kelley will take us in hand. Out there towards the setting sun they raise pineapples — or "Pines," as they call them. Ask California or Florida if they don't. If the pines won't raise, or get a bilious yellow instead of a bright green, there is trouble, lots of it, and the place is full of Japs, ChinlvS and Brownies. Then they go around looking for a soil doctor and they get sent to Kelley as representing the paternal Uncle Sam, and he takes the trouble, the pineapple, and the soil into the laboratory and slams the door so that he can remove his outer garments, for the climate is warm. Then he does what any chemist "or other fellow" does in parlous time, he tries to flnd out by the printed word what all other chemists, all over the world, ever, ever said, did or thought about yellow pines or soil, yel- low pines and soil, good pines and all kinds of soil, and bad soil and all kinds of pines. What did they say ? and what did he find ? Nothing, except. Ah ! yes —and here's where Kelley comes in. Out there soils are good or bad for pines as they are red or black. "Why?" says Kelley, and no one knows, so he whoops up the cookery, gets the smells acoming, and finds out that both soils have all the plant food and the pines should get all the good that their hard sweet hearts could possibly desire. What ails the soil? They have been limed, cultivated and molly coddled in all known ways to make them fertile, but the pines still go yellow on the black soil. Feminine-like, perhaps, they don't care for mourning colors. If so, why do they love the red? No answer forthcoming. Kelley puts on the kettle once more, and this time he finds from ten to fifty times as much of a certain element in one soil as in the other. That element is Manganese. The black soils— bad for the pines— have five per cent, of the Oxide, and so down to the good soils which have one-third of one per cent. People in the United States need not worry much about Manganese, for Hawaii is a land of volcanic origin and such soils are very rare on the mainland of this country. Do you now see the monument growing up ? Kelley has had hundreds of analyses made, he has looked up various experiments with Manganese, down from the rice paddies of Japan to the fair waving wheat plots in Woburn, Old England, but he has not yet quite finished the monument. Those pines still have a lap on him. They still have a few secrets, but not for long . Here's to Kelley and his likes ; would we had hundreds of his kind right here at home, yes, and under warm glass in the winter time if it's only a question of climate. View in Flower Garden Estate of Mrs. B. B. Tnttle, Naugatuck, Conn. The cover shows a partial view of the flower garden of Mrs. B. B. Tuttle in Naugatuck, Conn., the center of attraction being two nice specimen rhododendrons, the one to the left standing nine feet high and having a diameter of from twelve to fourteen feet, the one to the riglit standing six feet high by nine feet in diameter. ^Vhile the rhododendrons in themselves are beautiful, it is to be regretted that they are very much out of place, being planted in formal flower beds. Wlioever planted them evidently did not think that they would ever attain such a size, and now it would be foolish to attempt to move them, at least the larger of the two. September 4, 1909 HORTICULTURE 8S9 Natural Manures -irom-^*ar to year, a soaking witli lime water (1 busliel The manure question is one of tlie most important in our trade and yet but few florists pay economic atten- tion to it. The Continental European knows fully the value of natural manures and, although he recognizes the value of fertilizers, where nothing else is obtainable, he searches very closely before spending hundreds of dol- lars for the latter. The greatest objection to natural manure comes from the employe, who complains of the unpleasant smells and the fear of contagious diseases, but after 17 years close study of the question and handling of every known natural manure, I believe that this latter is more healthy than any "patent" one pro- duced and I regret to say that my impression of the average American and English employe points to more consideration for his own comfort, than that of the plants of which he has charge. In whatever trade one engages, competition means production at as cheap figure as possible and, as labor ought to be the last to be cut down, other expenses of production should be well considered. Therefore, for the purpose of manuiing, divide your plants into two classes, viz., flowering and foliage. Then let us say you have access to some of the following manures: horse, cow and bird manure, night soil, coal (bitumi- nous), blood, fish offal and cut grass. Of course, in many places none of these are obtain- able, or even allowed to accumulate, still the young flor- ist who starts outside city or town with small means, will be able to get some of the ingredients mentioned and he will, with the following tables for mixing, find himself quite a sum ahead at the year's end. FOR FLOWERING PLANTS; I. One busliel: 11/2 part horse manure % part cow manure 34 part night soil in 50 gallons water; soak one week; make 300 gallons. II. One bushel: 1 part blood 1 part fish offal in 50 gallons water; soak two weeks; make 500 gallons. III. % bushel horse manura 3 bushels cut grass from lawns in 50 gallons water; soak one week; make 200 gallons. IIII. 1 peck bird manure in 50 gallons water; soak one week; no further dilution. FOR FOLIAGE PLANTS EXCLUSIVE OF FERNS: One bushel: 1% part cow manure IV4, part night soil % part soot in 50 gallons water; soak one week; make 500 gallons. FOR PERNS: Vz bushel: 1 part cow manure 1 part soot in 50 gallons water; soak one week; make 500 gallons. The following rules should be observed: Set one day apart for manuring and let nothing in- terfere with it. Do not manure when plant is dry. Might as well use sulphuric acid. Keep fluid off leaves and flowers. No manure more than six months old should be used for liquid purposes. Allow no wood shaving in stacking as these will cause fungus. Stir well to obtain same consistency in each gallon. Sieve all manure from stockbarrel. Allow room in stockbarrel for fomentation. Where, as in private greenhouses, plants are kept to 50 gals, water) every three months should be given. For those who can not obtain any of the above men- tioned manures, it will be necessary to find something known to contain potassium, phosphorus and nitrogen and I think they will find in bone meal as perfect a fertilizer as can be got. Bone meal contains both plios- phate and nitrogen, and as long as the soil is not al- lowed to get dry, it can be used in large quantities. Nitrate of soda produces strong leaf and stem growth and should be given as fluid; oO-l being a safe solution. Sheep manure is, in pure state, one of the best, but of the many bags I have used, all have contained too large an amount of foreign matter, viz., straw and dust, as well as other animal manures. If pure, 1 lb. to 1 gallon of water, soaked for one week, will make 30 gallons. Wood ash contains all that is necessary for plant life, but it is in my opinion one of the most tricky fertiliz- ers, as one never knows the wood from which the ashes have been produced. I have seen so much damage done, through injudicious application, that I only use it if nothing else can be got. A fertilizer rarely seen in the U. S. is Clay's, and I presume the cost at first sight seems prohibitive, but the quantity used need be so small to produce a splendid effect, that the 112 lb. bag goes farther than 6 to 7 bags of other fertilizers of the patent kind. I have used it now for ten years and for exhibition plants it is indis- pensable. A. Pengel. Rehmannia angulata 1 grew this interesting plant four years ago with more or less success, and some disappointment. It is truly beautiful and the colored plate, supplement to Horti- culture, Aug. 14th, is a just representation of both save the latter is a better pink and the plant, -I believe, is of a dwarfer habit. It is surprising to see such large handsome individual flowers on such a comparative slender stem. The seed was sown early in spring and the plants were set in border about the middle of June and flow- ered from August until early fall. The plants were very free growing after the seedlings were potted up but like many herbaceous plants it had a weedy appearance though this was overcome somewhat by the attractive flowers; these were fragile, of soft texture and rains and winds were disastrous. As to propagation, the plant produces seed in abun- dance and sends up innumerable offsets which if potted and wintered in a frame with slight protection make strong plants for the following season ; but as a pot plant in flower I was most disappointed and I would advise those who wish to grow it as such to go "slowly, for if there is a "white-fly" in the neighborhood the plants will prove the greatest attraction and there is no cure for them indoors or out. 310 rlORTICULTURE. September 4, 19UrbanlC, tiaS lOUnd It "" g.°g"ran'd haiTrage°sg:ces%ec°i°a? rTcs o^n ap'ticatTog." ""'' necessary to comc out with a repudiation Of the toadies .,= who bare sickened the horticultural world with their Entered as sec jnd-class matter December 8, 1904, at the Post Office at Boston, Mass i • 1 1 . .1 j l' 1 „ „■„ ;<. I „„ „ undertheActofCongrissof March,, 1879. diivcl about the man and his work ever since it became ~ known that a sum of money had come into his control. CONTENTS Page Mr. Burbank is now tjuoted as saying : COVER II.LUSTRATION— View in Flower Garden at "The extravagant estimates of my work has be'en the Naugatuck, Conn. hane of my existence. There has teen so much writ- NOTES FROM THE ARNOLD ARBORETUM— Alfred ^ ten about nie by sensational writers who know nothing Rehder 337 either of me or my work. I am not responsible for all EUROPEAN HORTICULTURE— Frederick Moore 337 t^ese things and anyone with any knowledge of horti- MANCANESE IN THE SOII^— Dudley M. Pray 338 culture could discern at once that much of the stuff VFEW IN FLOWER GARDEN- M. J. Pope 338 ggnt out is nothing but space writers' chaff." N.ATURAL MANURES— A. Pengel 339 .,, , , xi. j xi i. Ti,r r, , 1 ii + REHMANNIA ANGULATA— Wm. Tricker 339 It IS greatly to be regretted that Mr. Buiiiank did not OUR AVILD BIRDS— Wm. L. Pinley 341 speak out in this fashion long ago. Hundreds of hor- NEWS OF THE CLUBS AND SOCIETIES: ticultural people, in fullest sympathy with anyone en- Society of American Florists-Wm. S. Manning, PrcS- in a sincere effort to develot) improved varieties of ident-elect American Association of Paik S iper.n- gagea in a s mcere tnori 10 ueyeiop impioveu vaiieiieb oi tendents. Portrait— St. Louis Florist Club— Eastern liorticultural products, looked for him to call a halt to Branch American Association of Park Superintendents 312 this fool talk which invited the ridicule of the whole —American Association of Railroad Gardeners, Visit world. "Better late than never," thougli, and Burbank to Riverton and Ogontz — Club and Societv Notes 6I0 , ,, lii j-ji li •„ Roval Horticultural Society, Frederick Moore 358 stock ought now to take a decided upward turn m many SEED TRADE: quarters. Wonder where that gi'eat luminary, the The Corn Outlook— Pea Delivery Below 50 Per Cent— "Council of Horticulture" stands on the Burbank Beans Improving— Optimistic Feelings— Newark En- i|ue-;liiin terprise— A Great Fair— The Bnlb Season in Holland ' ,.n * • , ^ « ... I-Notps on Nu, serv Stock-Notes 340 Get jealousy out of your system.' - __,.i;,. , r,v A lion From W. F. Kastmg's speech at Cincinnati. OB 1 1 L .\r\. I : * Professor Einil Christian Hansen — Henry McDonald in the path" Our friend Kasting has . said a — F. E. Rawlings— Mrs. P. Scanlan 349 g^y,] ^^^^^y things in his trite outspoken ^'^oI^^.B^lS'iJhicaYc^m^'anapolis, Philadelphia.. 351 way but never anything more tersely expressive and to New York •^^''' '^e point than this bit of advice to the retail florists, DURING RECESS: whose participation in the next National Flower Show Now York and New Jersey Association of Plant ^^,^^ being urged. It is commonly asserted that the un- Growers •■•••■• willingness to place themselves in a position where there Mihvaukee Flower Show-Shaw's Garden 344 is possibility of someone surpassing them, is the main A California Exhibition— New England Fruit Show.. 345 motive in deterring tlie workers in flowers from display- Personal— Steamer Departures • •• 348 jj^ tlicir art in public exhibitions. Even where assur- Philadcl ITrt^otes ^"'"''~^'°!';"'.''^ ^^.''.^. .■. 353 a^ce i^ given that competitive awards will not be made Boston'^ Growers' Markets. ....'.......'.■.'■ 353 the reluctance still continues, apparently from the fear Catalogues Received- Business Changes 358 that they may be placed in the shade by the proficiency Hard Wooded Plants -^ciq nf'' in public of those whom they have been disposed to look News Notes ••■••• • • " ^ upon as their inferiors. Eegrettable this all is and, in Destroying the Cabbage Worm >5tu 1 , «. , • 1^ i j ■ • i \\ Wood Concrete and Xylolith 360 its general effect, a serious hindrance and injury to the Patents- Greenhouses Building or Contemplated 362 advancement of the floral decorators' art which, being Publications Received 362 ^j^^g deprived of the opportunities for comparison and Incorpoiated public demonstration which other lines of fine industry ^ liave found so helpful, stands today as showing the least We commend to every reader of Horti- degree of progress of all the departments of horticul- Our friends CULTURE, and particularly to the women ^^■^^■p during the quarter century since the great awaken- the birds and children, the forcible presentation [„„ of which the organization" of the S. A. F. was the by ]\Ir. Wm. L. Finley, on another page -signal. More elegant work, il is true, is being turned of this paper of the value of our wild birds to agriculture out by the retail trade of the present day than twenty- and horticulture and the effect of the iniquitous slaugh- five years ago, but it is made possible only by the more ter of these creatures wliich is being carried on continu- perfect product of the growers and the more appropriate ously to gratify the demands of women for their wings and artistic accessories provided by the supply dealers, and plumes. We can say nothing to illumine or neither of which interests would have attained anything strengthen Mr. Finley's plea: we only ask that you read like their present higli standards had (hey worked in in- it attentively and thouglitfully. Apart from the hu- dividual isolation and shrunk from the wit-sharpening mane aspects of sucli a question, it does seem to us that discipline and irresistible inspiration of the exhibition the horticulturists, and tlip horticulturists' wives and liall. September 4, 1909 THE VALUE OF WILD BIRDS IN FIELD AND FOREST. An Address liefoie Ibe National Jirigatlou Congress at Spokane, Wasli., Lv Wil- liam L. Finley. Our Real Wealth. "We all know that the real wealth of the countiy is based upon agricul- ture aud horticulture. Without the help of our wild birds, farming would be impossible. No farm hands can ac- complish the work intrusted to the birds. Wild birds of orchard, field, and forest are Nature's check upon the in- crease of insect life. With the great handicap of bird destruction in our present day, the loss from insect and rodent pests in the United Staits the past year is estimated at ?iOO,i.i0(_i,0OO. The Plague of Insects. "According to a recent report of the government, insects alone cause an annual loss to the trees of the country estimated at over a hun- dred million dollars. On the oak alone 400 species of insects which are sought and consumed by the birds of the for- est, prey constantly, the experts of the Biological Survey have discovered. On the willow 1S6 such species constantly attempt its destruction, on the pine 165, on the hicKory 170, on the birch 105 and on the elm 80. Careful analy- sis of the stomachs of thousands o£ wood-peckers, titmice, cieepeis, king- lets, wood warl)lers, wrens, tly-catch- ers, swallows, nut hatches and other birds of the woods show that their con- stant labor is to consume just these devastating insects. What Birds Consume. "Birds police the earth and air and without their services the farmer would be helpless. Larks, wrens and thrushes search the ground for grubs and instcts. The food of the meadow lark consists of 75 per cent, of injurious insects and 12 per cent. o£ weed seed. Sparrows, finches and Quail eat a large amount of weed seed. Examinations by Professor F. E. L. Bea! of the Biological Survey of the Department of Agriculture show that a single tree sparrow will eat a quar- ter of an ounce of weed seed daily. In a state the size of Iowa, tree sparrows alone will consume more than eight hundred tons of weed seed annually. Nuthatches and chickadees scan every part of the trunks and limbs of trees for insect eggs. In a day's time a chickadee has been known to eat hundreds of insect eggs and v.'orms that are very harmful to our trees and vegetables. Warblers and vireos hunt the leaves and buds for moths and millers. Flycatchers, swallows and night hawks are busy day aud nighi catching flies that bother men and beasts. Hawks and owls are working silently in daylight and darkness to catch moles, mice, gophers and squirrels. The Farmers' Friend. "The valuable service which birds reiider about the farm is shown most strikingly in places where insects and rodents have become so numerous as to destroy crops. Birds collect in such places where food is abundant and by giving their whole time to hunting and eating these insects, they become the most valuable assistants the farmer HORTICULTURE can Iiav.e. To H-l«9trat«: TTTew years ago a large apple orchard in central Illinois was attacked by canker worms. Professor S. A. Forbes spent two sea- sons in this locality studying bird lite. He examined the stomachs of 36 differ- ent species of birds and found that 72 per cent, of these were eating canker worms. Out of a Hock of 35 cedar wax- wings, seven were killed and examined. With the exception of a few small beetles, these birds were living entirely on canker worms. By actual count, he found 70 to 101 worms in the stomachs of each one of these birds. If we as- sume that each w-axwing ate 100 worms a day, which is a very low estimate, the flock of 30 were destroying 3,000 a day. Blackbirds or Locusts? "A number of years ago blackbirds were exceedingly abundant through eastern Nebraska. They were so plen- tiful that the farmers believed they were damaging crops. They began poisoning the birds. A single grain of corn soaked in strj-chnine was enough to kill a blackbird. In the years that followed, great numbers of these and other birds were destroyed during the spring and fall. At the same time thousands of quail, prairie chickens and other game birds were killed in every county to supply the market. As the birds began to disappeai', swarms of locusts took their place. These in- sects hatched out in countless numbers and began devastating crops. Few fields of grain escaped damage. Many were entirely destroyed. Where black- birds, quail, prairie chickens, plover and other birds remained, they took to living entirely on locusts. In such lo- calities fair crops were secured solely through the assistance of the birds. "When the Mormons first settled in Utah, black crickets came in great myriads from the mountains and would have destroyed the crops had it not been for the gulls that came by the hundreds and thousands from the sur- rounding lakes. At that time the set- tlers at Salt Lake regarded the advent of the birds as a heaven-sent miracle, and ever since the gull has been es- teemed almost as a sacred bird by the Mormons. About the beet and alfalfa fields when they are being irrigated the gulls still collect and feed largely on the field-mice that are so destnic- tive. An Awful Slaughter. "Years ago a hunter along the Massachusetts coast shot some terns and sent the plumage to a New York milliner. The tern is a bird that is sometimes called the sea-swallow or summer gull. Its plumage is as deli- cate as its flight is graceful. The long pointed wings and tails of these birds at once became stylish. 'Send more tern wings. We can pay cash for all you forward,' the telegram ran. Deal- ers in plumage immediately issued cir- culars asking for large^ quantities of terns and sea-gulls. The demand kept running ahead of the supply. Up and down the Atlantic and Pacific coasts and through the country the word went forth. Never had there been such a slaughter of biids in this countiy. Thou- sands of terns were killed along the coast of Massachusetts and at other breeding places. At Cobb's Island, Vir- ginia, one of the baymen said 1,400 terns were killed in a single day and S41 40.0U0 were shot during the summer. The destruction at other places was equally great. In two or three seasons the killing of these breeding birds had its effect. These well-known bird colo- nies were a thing of the past. "One can g'et an idea of the slaughter of one species of tern by glancing at the records of the feather sale at the Commercial Sales Rooms in London on April 14, 1908, when one shipment of oVer 14,000 sooty terns was catalogued. Again at the sale on June 10, 15,500 more skins of this same species were on sale. This means that professional plume hunters had found and raided new breeding places of this species and practically every bird had been killed. For Women's Fancy. "Years ago great flocks of gulls and terns added life and inter'est to our sandy shores. White herons flocked through swamps and everglades of the southern states; the great tule marshes of the West were white with the nesting multitude. In those hal- cyon days men would have scoffed if you had said these birds, so strong in numbers, could have been destroyed. They were so harmless to mankind that at that time no one could think of a cause that might lead to their extermination. There was no cause except their marvelous beauty. Yet in less than a quarter of a century some of the plume birds have all but taken their places with vanished races. "Although the decrease of bird num- bers has been so marked in our coun- try, it has been even more deplorable in other lands. The demands for plumage of wild birds have been grow- ing. All through the tropical coun- tries natives were eagerly looking for an easy means of livelihood. Killing all kinds of birds has opened the way. Thousands of Indians and negroes have been supplied with guns and am- mimition by traders. Everywhere tliey are roaming through the forests and swamps, seeking the last individuals of the species that are left. Many a rare and beautiful bird has been slaughtered beyond recovery. As the plumage of these birds has become scarce, prices have scored higher and higher. But the money has been ready. So the natives have sought further and harder to lay low the last plume bearer. What of the Future? "What will come of it all, this slaughter of the birds? If these plumes were only answering some real need, — but th'ey are for decoration only. As yet no person has ever of- fered a single logical reason for this destruction, yet there are many rea- sons against it. The prosperity of all nations must depend to a large ex- tent upon agricultural pursuits. With our bird numbers so rapidly de- creasing, the balance of nature is bound to be affected. Our wild birds are as much a part of the natural resources of the country as are the forests and streams. For our own prosperity, we should not permit these resources to be ravaged. Saving our wild birds is a debt we owe, not only to ourselves, but what is of more importance, we are in duty bound to transmit this inheritance to our children." 342 HORTICULTURE September 4, 1909 NEWS OF THE CLUBS AND SOCIETIES SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLOR- ISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS. Registration of Zonal Pelargonium. Public notice is hereby given that F. H. De Witt & Co., of Wooster, Wayne County, Ohio, offer for registration the plant described below. Any person ob- jecting to the registracion of this plant or to the use cf the proposed name is requested to communicate with the un- dersigned at once. Failing to receive objection to the registration the same will be made three weeks from this date. Name — Red Wing. Description — Red Wing is a geran- ium plant of strong growth, stocky, symmetrical. Its leaf is medium size with deep green color and smooth sur- face and slight zone. Makes an ideal pot plant or bedder as it stands the sun well. Its flower is a deep cardinal red, with a velvety sheen; the floret averages 1 7-S in. of good substance. Trusses are large and very floriferous. Registration of Ferns. Public notice is hereby given that J. D. Pruessner, of 1705 Avenue K, Gal- veston, Texas, offers for registration the plants described below. Any per- son objecting to the registration of these plants or to the use of the pro- posed names, is requested to communi- cate with the undersigned at once. Failing to receive objection to the reg- istration the same will be made three weeks from this date. Name — Nephrolepis Pruessneri. Description — This fern originated with us four years ago and Is a sport from Nephrolepsis elegantissima. It is entirely distinct from its parent va- riety. The fronds are only about half as long but very double and tripinnate in form. The true character is devel- oped by age only but extra fine speci- mens are grown in 4-inch pots. They will show their true character in 3-inch pots, too. The fern inclines to form specimens and each frond presents it- self as such. It belongs to table class of ferns and loves shade. Name — Nephrolepsis Galvestoni. Description — This fern originated with us last January amongst a lot of Nephrolepsis Pruessneri and must be a sport of that variety. The fronds are very fluffy, double and tripinnate in make-up, much shorter than in N. Pruessneri and much finer grained and fuller, resembling a real curly ostrich feather. The groove running through • of each frond is very distinct. It forms useful specimens in 3-inch pots. The center forms stand up, others form a curve to hang, and the entire pot Is covered with them, making it a very distinct character. No pot cover is needed as it hides the entire pot. It is of easy culture and loves shade. W. N. RUDD. Secretary. Below is a telegram from Edwin Lonsdale, President of the Society in 1S95, which should have been read at the opening session at Cincinnati, but failed to come to the secretary's hands until after the convention was over: Greeting: Sincerely regretUag enforced absence from quarter century anniversary. Henrtfi'lt desire is lierewith extended for an Instructive and profitable meeting of the greatest organization ever instituted in America and may tlie great worli started in Cincinnati still continue and increase more than one hundred fold within the next quarter of a century is the earnest desire of EDWIN LONSDALE. Presentations. The Colorado delegation presented to President Valentine on arrival at Cin- cinnati a handsome cut glass vase, in testimony of their personal apprecia- tion of that gentleman and the many ways in which he had made their 1500- mile journey pleasant. President Valentine was also the re- cipient at the close of the convention of a chest of silver table ware from the Society members. The presenta- tion was made by H. H. Ritter and the president responded appreciatively. A gift of a pair of pipes was made to Secretary Rudd by the New York party, J. H. Pepper officiating. Wm. .s. Manning Supt. of Baltimore Parks and President- elect of American Associatii)n of Park Superintendents. ST. LOUIS FLORIST CLUB. The St. Louis Florist Club will hold its regular monthly meeting on Thurs- day afternoon, September 9th. This meeting is a very important one for the members as the new officers-elect will be installed and those members who attended the convention of the S. A. F. will be heard from. This meeting will be held on the grounds of the II. J. Weber & Sons Nursery Co., and will be the last outdoor meeting the club will hold this year. The usual postals will t«ll the members how to get to the grounds. The 31st biennial meeting of the American Pomological Society will be held at St. Catherines, Ontario, on Sept. 14, 15 and 16. The Ontario Fruit Growers' Association, St. Cathe- rines Horticultural Society and Nia- gara District Fruit Growers' Associa- tion will participate. EASTERN BRANCH AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF PARK SUPERINTENDENTS. This organization held a meeting and outing at Bridgeport, Conn,, on Saturday, August 2S, at the Hotel Stratfield. There were present Dr. Frank Baker, superintendent of the national zoological park, Washingou, D. C, and Mrs. Baker; John A. Pet- tigrew, of Boston; A. G. Waldreaon, New York City; G. A. Parker, Hart- ford; A. V. Parker, Worcester; Isaac Kelly, Lawrence, Mass.; Gus X. Am- rhyn. New Haven; Henry Frost and Mrs. Frost, Haverhill; James Fuller, New London; Commissioner Green, New London; W. H. Burr, Westport, president of the Israel Putnam Memo- rial Ground Commission; and J. F. Huss, of the Francis Goodwin estate of Hartford. Charles E. Keith, superin- tendent of Bridgeport parks and ijresi- dent George M. Eames of the board of park commissioners received the vis- itors and extended unlimited hospital- ity. A banquet was tendered the visitors at one o'clock, after which they were taken is automobiles through Brid.ge- port's two beautiful parks, Beardsley and Seaside, which they pronounced to be among the finest in the country. Beardsley Park has a rolling snrlace, well adorned with fine oaks, sweet gum and other trees, Coruus florida being represented by some extraordi- nary specimens. Seaside Park is pro- tected by an extensive breakwater. Here, too, the trees are very fine, some grand old specimens of willows and oaks being particularly admired. This property at one time belonged to the late P. T. Barnum, who spent con- siderable on its improvement. .\s a public park It was designed by the late Frederick Law Olmstead, over a geu ■ eration ago. Beardsley Park's de- velopment is largely the work of Superintendent Keith. Bridgeport was the first city to be known as "The Park City." CONNECTICUT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. The business meetings of this so- ciety have been resumed, following the summer respite; and on the evening of August 27th the members again as- sembled at the County Building, at Hartford, with President John F. Huss in the chair. The arrangements are now nearly completed for our two fall exhibitions — one for dahlias, etc., on September 23 and 24, at Unity Hall, Hartford, and the other for chrysan- themums, etc., on November 4 and 5, al Putnam Phalanx* Hall, Hartford. The schedules of prizes are now in the printers' hands, and will soon be is- sued; and much credit for their pro- duction is due to James M. Adams, of Hartford, whose efficient work as a member of the executive committee is much api)reciated by the society. Fol- lowing the decease of Mrs. Huss, the wife of the president, last May, a beau- tifully engrossed and framed set of resolutions of sympathy for Mr. Huss in his bereavement was presented to him at this meeting, and received his September 4, 1909 HOKTlCULTUR£ 343 sincere thanks and his expressions of appreciation. President Huss, who had just re- turned from Lenox, Jlass., gave an ac- count of his visit, and of the horticul- tural glory that must abound there. He announced that Messrs. James .f. and Francis Goodwin, of Hartford, have signified their willingness lo aid our fall e.xhibilions by financial gratui- ties; for which the society is very giateful. J. A. Weber, of Hartfoid, gaiiiener for Walter L. Goodwin, exhibited vases of asters and received a vote of thanks. President Huss referred feelingly to the loss, by death, of our late brother horticulturist, Amos Reynolds; and a letter of condolence was unanimously voted to be directed to his widow by the secretary. Julius Cx^pperberg presented to the society, as a relic, a framed certificate of the once-existent Hartford County Agricultural Society, to Jonathan Goodwin, dated in 1841, of an award of $20 prem-ium for the best kept farm of 40 acres or upward. It will be placed in the archives of our society. The secretary was appointed a dele- gate to tlie 31st biennial meeting of the American Pomological Society, at St. Catherines, Ontario, September 14th- 16th. Our next meeting will be held September 10th. GEORGE W. SMITH, Secretary. Melrose, Conn. RAILROAD GARDENERS VISIT RIVERTON AND OGONTZ. Or Wednesday, a. m., August 25, the R. R. G. Association went over the P. R. R lines from Philadelphia to Paoll as already reported in our issue of last week and at 2 p. m. took boat to Riverton. After inspecting the mammoth plant of the Dreer corpora- tion the party returned to Philadel- phia. George B. JMoulder, president of the Association introduced N. Stewart Dunlap of the Canadian Pacific to make a few appropriate remarks of thanks to Messrs. Dreer which he did in his happiest vein, and all departed feeling that they had spent the most profitable and enjoyable afternoon of their stay in Philadelphia. There was a feast of wonderful things indoors and outdoors and also something for the inner man. When Dreers make up tJieir mind to do a thing they do it well. We have never seen them do it better than on this occasion. Mr. Strohlein was genial, attentive and patient with everybody; George Clark was there bright and snappy and full of life and cordiality; his brother James was in front with full and ac- curate information about every difiB- •cult subject; Mr. Betz held his end up and Mr. Hoyle and Mr. Ruppert were genera! pilots and earned golden opinions. A group photograph was taken at the rockery. On Thursday the 26th ulto., the members went to P. A. Widener's pala- tial country residence at Ogontz, on the invitation of William Kleinheinz, the superintendent. A personally con- •ducted tour through greenhouses, gar- dens and grounds was greatly enjoyed; after which the party repaired to Mr. American Association of Railroad Gardeners at Dreer's, Riverton, N. J- Kleinheinz's residence for lunch, where the host and Mrs. Kleinheinz surpassed themselves in making every- body happy. J. S. Butterfield voiced the sentiments of the association when he said that instead of liquidating some of the debt for previous courte- sies, they had put themselves under still deeper obligations to Mr. Klein- heinz. The unanimous expression among the visitors was that they had seen more and learned more of value to them and their profession than in all the railroad trips they had taken and that this and the Dreer visit v.eie of far greater potential value for fu- ture improvement than the inspection of the planting along the various rail- stations; to encourage the beautifying of grounds adjoining railroad property: to eliminate wliatever unnecessarily detracts from the beaut.v of the landscape as seen from the car window: to stimulate univer- sal interest in presenting more attractive appearances to the travelling pi.blic. and by so doing increase the value of the prop- erty on which we worli." The last clause especially should ap- peal to the powers utilitarian and fin- ancial on the higher branches of the lailroad tree, who are, alas! often prone to take a narrow view of rail- road gardening from the dollar stand- point. Railway Station Gardening at Relay, Md. J. A. Byi-ne, Gardener. roads. The young society's member- ship nearly doubled and it it keeps on as now. will be doubled again next year. The next meeting place has not been selected, although Boston has been strongly urged. It was also sug- gested that Rochester during S. A. F. convention week would be a good place. Tuesday. Wednesday and Thurs- day and then go on to Boston. Section four of .\rticle one of the by-laws of the association gives th>- aims of the society in succinct form: "Aside from the social features the ob- jects of the Association shall be to con- sider a more thorough and systematic ex- tension of railroad gardening: to improve the appearance of all railroad way lands — especially those adjacent to ' passenger CLUB AND SOCIETY NOTES. The New York Florists' Club will re- sume meetings on September 13. The Pasadena (Cal.) Gardeners' As- sociation will hold their fall flower show October 28, 29, 30. The New England Dahlia Society will hold its second annual exhibition at Horticultural Hall, Boston, on Sept. 10, 11 and 12. The Gardeners' and Florists' Club of Boston will visit the Bay State Nurseries (W. H. Wyman) at North Abington on Sept. 11. The Missouri State Fair takes place October 2 to 8 at Sedalia, Mo; $40,000 in prizes are offered and of this $865 is set aside for floriculture. The Retail Florists' Association of New York will give a big smoker at one of the popular restaurants early tliis month. Messrs. Bowe, Klausner and Warendorft are the committee in charge. Eighty members and guests of the Lenox (Mass.) Horticultural Society held a picnic at Lake Mahkeenac on August 25. It was one of the largest outings the society ever gave. There was a long program of sports, which included a base ball game between teams captained by William Henry and Alexander McConnachie. An especial- ly pleasing feature of the day was the presence of Mr. J. F. Huss of Hartford, who had charge of George H. Morgan's estate several years ago. 844 HORTICULTURE September 1, 1909 MILWAUKEE FLOWER SHOW. The Executive Committee of the Flower Show which will be given un- der the auspices of the Milwaukee Florists' Club are getting busy pre- paring some of the preliminary work in connection with the show. The Au- ditorium Building, which is now near- ing completion and in which the Flower Show will be held, Nov. 13th, 14th, 15th anil 16th, is one of the finest buildings in the country adapted for the purpose. It has an immense arena with seats surrounding the en- tire floor space, on the circus order, which gives the public an opportunit\' of seeing the show complete from all viewpoints. Likewise a celebrated band . and soloists will be engaged as an ad- ditional attraction and wilh this double attraction it is expected the show will be a great success in every way. SHAW'S GARDEN. On Sunday, Septembei- F,th, the sec- ond opening of Shaw's Garden to the public on Sunday takes place. As di- rected by the will of the late Henry Shaw, the garden is only open to the public on Sunday in tne months of June and September. September 1st was the fiftieth anniversary since Mr. Shaw turned over the garden to the public. The name of the garden has since been changed to the Missouri Bo- tanical Garden; but the public knows it only as Shaw's Garden. NEPHROLEPIS ELEGANTISSIMA COMPACTA Another New Fern Originatins with Us. To be introduced Fall, 1909. Of all the valuable introductions in ferns that we have sent out, beginning wilh the Pierson (Nephrolepis Piersoni). we consider Elegantissima compacta the mcst valuable of all, particularly from a commercial standpoint. While this resembles Elegantissima in a general way, it is far superior to that variety, on account of its perfect habit Yet it can hardly be compared with Elegantissima except in a general way, because it occupies a place by itself, and is as distinct from Elegantissima as that variety is from Piersoni, — in fact, it bears the same relation to Elegantissima that Scottii does to Bostoniensis. Elegantissima compacta has an ideal habit. The fronds are conjiderably shorter than those cf Elegantissima, and it is a more compact plant. It throws a great many more crowns naturally, making a very busfcy, dwarf, com- pact plant. The difference between the two varieties can be seen at a glance. Fine, strong plants, 21'4-in. pots, $5.00 per (fozen, $35.00 per 100; 4-ln. pots, $7.50 per dozen, $50.00 per 100; 6>in. pans, $1.50 eacb ; S-ln. pans, $3.00 eacb. We make a specialty of all kinds of Nephrolepis, carrying a large stock of all sizes at all times, — Piersoni, Elegantissima, Superbissima, Bostoniensis, Scottii, Whitmani, Amerpohli, etc. F. R. PIERSON CO., Tarrytown-on-Hudson, N. Y. Palms Shrubs ^^iS6^ nORiST Ferns Perennials Send for Our Catalogue. The GEO. WITTBOLO CO.. WSJ Buckingham Place, Chicago, III. LAGER ®. HURRELL ORCHIDS Established and Fresh Imported. SUMMIT. N. J. CARNATION PLANTS For sak. ,00 olan.s soil readv I ^ ■• ^ ll I W V BUSHY AND HEALTHY 350 Mrs. Patten ) $4 SO per 100 200 Pink Patten 200 Enchantress The lot for $30.00 Cash Please. For sale, 300 strong plants in soil ready to go into 5 inch pots $8.00 per 100, — the lot $20.00 C. H. JENKINS, Cumberland Centre, Me. F. E. PALMER, Brookline, Mass. All Orchids. Nothing but Orchids. Best Orchids. Good Orchids. We Collect Them. Write Today. CARRILLO & BALDWIN, Secaucus, N. J. ASTER PLANTS. NEPHROLEPIS MAGNIFICA Semples Branching, Vicks and Queen of the Market fine plants grown from the bet seed, 3 colors, $2oo per 1000: 5000 tor $10.00. Cabbage, Tomato and Celery Plants, 3II kinds, fine plants, $1.00 per 1000; ^8.00 per lo.ooo. Peppers and Cauliflower. Best kinds, $2.00 per 1000. J. C. SCHMIDT, Bristol, Pa. THE SKNSATIONAr. NOVELTY Strong 2H-ID. stock. $25.00 per 100. WHITMANII IS-lo., MO.'IO per 1000; 3H-ID., from Bench. $8.00 per )00. BOSTON FERNS $30.(10 per 1000. H. H. BARROWS & SON. WHITMAN. MASS. Chinese Primulas JARDINIERE FERNS Vilmorin's Finest. From 2+ inch pots, very strong. $3.00 per 100. Cash. North and Wilton Aves. BALTIMORE, Ml. ROBERT CRAIG CO. KOSES. PALMS, and noTelties In Decorative Plants MARKET and 49th STREETS., PHIUDELPHIA, PA. IN BEST VARIETIES. VERY FINE STOCK. $3.50 per 100, $30.00 per 1000 ROSE HILL NURSERIES New Rochelle, N. Y. PALIIIS; FERSrAMD DECORATIVE PLANTS JOHN SCOTT Rutland Road and E. 45th St. Tel. iSgo Bedford BROOKLYN, N.Y. heacock's palms. KENTIA BELMOREANA 6-ln. pot, 22 to 24-ln. high $1 00 each 8-ln. pot, 24 to 26-ln. high $1 25 each 6-ln. pot, 26 to 28-ln. high .fl !iO each 0-ln. tub, 42 to 48-ln. high ^^ 00 each »-ln. tub, 48 to 54-ln. high .?6 00 each MADE-UP KKNTIA FORSTERIANA 0-ln. tub, 4 plants, 42 to 48-ln. hlgh..$ 4 ea. JOSEPH HEACOCK CO. WYNCOTE, PA. FERNS FOR DISHES Assorted varieties,,2 in. pots, $3 per 100, $25 per io;o. PRIMROSES OBCONICA AND CHINESE Best strains, 2% in. pots, $3 per 100, $25 per 1000. Cash with order. FRANK OECHSLIN 4011 QulncySt., - - CHICAGO, ILL. IMPORTED ORCHIDS Now Arriving Julius Roehrs Co. RUTHERFORD, N. J. ORCHIDS Ijargeat lynportera, Exporteri, Ofotuerj and Hybridists in the World Zander, St. Alban», Enqland and 23S Broadway, Room I NEW YORK CITY ORCHIDS! Just to h.nnd a fine lot of C. Lahiata, C. Gigas Sauderianae, D. Bigihhum. ORDONEZ BROS, i 41 West 28th St., New York City, and Madison, N. J. PLANTS STAKES September 4, 190S HORTICULTURE. 315 A CALIFORNIA EXHIBITION. The Portola Flower and Fruit, E.xhi- bition of the Pacific Coast Horticul- tural Society and California State Flo- ral Sociely will be held in Xoiman Hall, Fairmont Hotel, San Fituicisco, on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, October 14th, 15th and 16th, liliili. The prize schedule is ready and may be had by writing either of the offi- cials named below. The premiums, numbering 17G, are very liberal and in- clude a large number of silver and bronze medals. The officer.s uf the show are: H. Plath, 510 Wyoming avenue, manager; D. MacRorie, 271 Crocker building, assistant manager; J. R. Atkinson, 110 12th avenue, sec- retary; Mme. E. Roeckel-Davis, 125 Carmel street, San Francisco, treas- NEW ENGLAND FRUIT SHOW. The New England Fruit Show, which is the result of the conference of the Governors of the several New England states, held in Boston last November, is likely to bring together a very fine exhibition of New England-grown fruit and demonstrate beyond a doubt that New England can produce now, as in the past, fruit of the highest quality. The show will be held on October 19th to 24th at Horticultural HaU, Boston. The premium list, in which over $3000 worth of prizes are offered, has just been issued. It covers 50 pages and should be carefully read by all New England orchardists and fruit garden- ers. Send to Wilfred Wheeler, Con- cord, Mass., for a copy. Advertising space will be rented up to the capacity of the building. OVER FIFTY ACRES IN CHOICE EVERGREENS The Framingham Nurseries offer a large and select stock of the following Tarleties of EVERGREENS Abies Balsamca, Concolor, and Frasefi; Junipers of various varieties; Picea Alba, Engelmanni, Ex- cels*, Puagens glaucft, and Pungens Kosteri: Pinus Excelsa, Mugho, and Strobus ; Pscudo-Tsuga Douslassi; Retinosporas, assorted; hardy Taxus, such as Canadensis, Cuspidata, and Brcvifolia; Thuya Occidentalis, Globosa, Peabody's Golden, Pyramidalis, and Siberica; Tsuga Canadensis, Hemlock Spruce, a large and fine lot. We have some fine specimens of Abies concolor, Picea pungens, and Pinus Strobus. Most of the above varieties can be lafely planted from tlie middle of August until the middle of Sep. tember. A personal selection is always advisable. Boston and Worcester Electrics pass our grounds. ADDRESS W. B. WHITTiER & CO. South Framingham, Mass. HOLLAND NURSERIES Best Hardy Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Conifers, Clematis, H. P. Roses, Shrubs, and Herba- ceous Plants. 216 J&z)flSt.,Weeliawkail Hgti. F. 0. No. 1 . HobokeD, N. J P. OUWERKERK, IMPORTANT TO CATALOGUE MEN! By reason of the recent purchase of the catalogue business and entire plant stock of Heller Bros. New Castle, Indiana, and owing to our increased operations at West Grove, Pennsylvania, and Charlotte, North Carolina, we have come into possession of a number of magnificent new Roses and other new plants of sterling merit, which we will offer to our own trade in 1910, and which would make splendid features for any one issuing a catalogue. We will furnish full particu- lars and favorable contract terms on application to any one interested. THEDINGEE&GONARDGO. West Grove, Penna. THE HOME OF THE ROSE. 'Jiiiiiimiiiiiii iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii mil iiiiii IIIIIIIIIIII1II1IIII1IE i RHODODENDRONS, ANDROMEDAS, KALMIASl i AND SPECIMEN EVERGREENS | I JOHN WATERER & SONS, Ltd. | I AMERICAN NURSERY I I BAGSHOT - o _ .. 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XX with ball $50.00 4 to 414 ft. XX with ball 70.00 4% to 5 ft. XX with ball 90.00 5 to 5% ft. XX with ball 125.00 5V2 to 6 ft. XX with ball 150.00 6 to 7 ft. XX with ball 200.00 7 to 8 ft. XX with ball 225.00 8 to 9 ft. XX with ball 300.00 We have a very large and fine block nf Pinus Strobus in the larger sizes, and are confident that our stock is finer than any in New England. We shall be glad to give special prices on large lots, hy mail. Eastern Nurseries, Jamaica Plain, Mass. TO BUYERS Patronize our advertisers, they will treat you rie;ht 346 HORTICULTURE September 4, 1909 Seed Trade AMERICAN SEED TRADE ASSO- CIATION. President, J. C. Robinson, Waterloo, Neb.; First Vice-President. M. H. Duryea, New Yorls: Second Vice-President, F. W. Bolglano, Washington. D. C; Secretary- Treasurer. C. K. Kendel, Cleveland. Ohio: Assistant Secretary, Leonard H. Vaughan, Chicago. WHOLESALE SEEDSMEN'S LEAGUE. F. W. Bruggerhof, Pres. ; Burnet Land- reth, Sec'y. The Corn Outlook. Reports of ilrost in Iowa and some of the northwestern states is a warn- ing of what is to follow. No serious damage has yet resulted, but when even light frosts come thus early there is ample reason to tear that the kill- ing kind is lurking in the near back- ground. The fact that corn is gen- erally two to three weeks late is an added cause for alarm. It begins to look as if the three billion bushel crop predicted by the Department of Agri- culture will prove an iridescent dream, and many good judges say that a crop eaualing last year's in quantity, but not in ijuality is about what the harvest will be. These observations are with reference to com as a whole, but it may be accepted as a fact, that if field corn does not fully mature sugar corn will not. However more of this anon. News of an unsatisfactoi y character has recently come to hand as to the vine seed crops. Up to the middle of July conditions were generally prom- ising, but since then there has been marked deterioration, particularly in Nebraska, due mainly to the protracted drought. Pea Delivery Below 50 Per Cent. Pea seed hai-vesting is generally about completed, and the crop will prove one of the shortest ever har- vested in proportion to acreage. Pre- liminary estimates will be issued by the principal growers in a few weeks, and we shall (hen have a means of definitely estimating the crop. Enough is known to warrant the prediction that the average deliveries will be be- low fifty per cent, and as the European crops are also very short, the export- able siH-plus will be very small if any at all It looks as if prices, especially on the large podded varieties, would reach new high levels the coming sea- son. Beans Improving. The latest information on beans in- dicates an improvement in that crop, and if it can be harvested without damage by rain, there will be beans enough of most varieties to go around, at a price. Black Valentines will be short again, as the seed stocks were insufficient to meet demands, and growers were very generally oversold. The same may be said in a lesser de- gree of the BuiTjees and Giant String- less Green Pods. returning reinvigorated to their desks for the next ten months' grind. The outlook, however, for the trade is distinctly favorable, and a feeling of optimism is general. While the short- ages in many lines will prove a real hardship, the situation as a whole is vastly more encouraging than would be the case with a general surplus, even of very moderate proportions, and the more one studies the history of the seed business, the more certain does this conviction become. The growers and farmers are the princi- pal sufferers, but even to them it is not an unmixed evil, and particularly the former. Newark Enterprise. It was hinted some weeks ago in HORTICULTURE that the house of J. F. Noll & Co. (Inc.) would probably be the center of interesting develop- ments, but the writer was at that time not free to disclose certain plans which were then on foot. These plans have now materialized in part at least and it can now be announced that Mr. E. C, Dungan, for more than twenty years connected with Mr. Henry Maule has acquired a stibstantial interest in the firm of J. F. Noll & Co. (Inc.), and will be its active head. There is a possibility of another well known representative of one of the large seed houses associating himself with Mr. Dungan. Mrs. Noll will retain a con- trolling interest in the firm but will retire from its active management. For over fifteen years Mr. Dungan has been the able and efficient manager for \Vm. Henry Maule, and his many friends will wish him the fullest meas- ure of success in his new venture. Mrs. Noll is also to be congratulated in securing the services of so able and faithful an associate. "Now watch us grow." A Great Fair. "The Great Cambiidge Fair" is on this week, and with promise of fine weather, its able president, our genial friend, .Jerome B. Rice, is happy. Due to his able management, assisted by a staff of live lieutenants, this Fair, af- ter the State Fair at Syracuse, has be- come the largest in the Empire State. It is wonderful what brains and energy will accomplish. Optimistic Feelings. Vacation time is now generally over and the heads of the big houses are The Bulb Season in Holland. Notes on Nursery Stock. We take the liberty of publishing the following interesting extract from a letter writt.3n by Mr. J. K. M. L. Far- quhar, dated at Haarlem, Holland, August 20. "Formerly this city was the centre of the bulb-growing district; now the centre is Hillegom 6 or 7 kilometers to the south. Bulbs have been later in ripening this year owing to a wet and cold s'eason — they have ripened splen- didly, however, and as the long grow- ing-season favored the development of size, all bulbs are of unusual excel- lence. Several kinds of tulips have grown so as to burst their outer skins. This renders the bulbs less attractive but will not affect their flowering quality in the least. The beautiful single crimson Dussart has burst more than any other sort. Hyacinth disease which was greatly feared several years ago is now being CYCLAMEN SEED NEW CROP If you want thrifty plants thai will bloom freely and produce gigantic bloom, then our Fancy Giant Cyclamen is the Strain to grow. Our seed is grown for us in England by a leading specialist. lOiSeeds irKXiSeede Duke of Connaught. Crimson $1.25 $10 00 Excelsior. White with red eye 1.25 tO.CO GrandlHora Alba. Pure white 1.25 10.00 Princess of Wales. Deep pink 1 .25 10.00 Salmon Queen. Salmon rose 1 25 10 00 Mixed. All colors. I €0 9.00 H. F. MICHELL CO. 1018 Market Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. controlled. The hyacinth crop this season is one of the best ever harvest- ed. Tulips are in good supply except the red varieties, which are in great demand at high prices. There is also a shortage of yellow crocuses; the other colors are plentiful. There is plenty of nursery stock ex- cept roses and these are decidedly short throughout northern Europe; even in the north of France they were veiy badly winter-killed, and the Hol- land agents who have taken orders in the United States at the prices of for- mer years are having trouble to get stock to fill their orders. Azalea indiea is also in short supply; many of the plants have as yet no Honer buds. There is great enthusiasm bete over the coming Bulb Exhibition to be held in Haarlem next April. It will un- doubtedly eclipse any previous exhibi- tion of the kind." Notes. Henry Eicke, formerly with Stumpp & Walter Co., New York, is now with O. V. Zangen, Hoboken, N. J. Chinese sacred lily bulbs have ar- I ived. Roman hyacinths are still very scarce: many iuquirie.s are being re- ceived. Cold stoiage giganteums are likewise scarce and much in demand. Mr. .Ad. Goldenberg of R. M. Ward & Co., New York, sailed August 31st cm the Kaiser Wilhelm II for an ex- tended tour among the lily of the val- ley glowers in Germany, as well as visits to Holland. Belgium and France — on business matters. 90¥yyyv¥yyvuyyiM0ytt%/yuvyyy*0h New Spawn 100 lbs. $7.00 Including our Treatise How to Spawn A Bed Successfully. W. ELLIOTT & SONS, NEW YORK September i, 1909 HORTICULTURE 847 CYCLAMEN NEW CROP FARQUHAR'S GIANT STRAIN Is UNEXCELLED for size and profusion of bloom To obtain large floweriog plants for Thanksgiving and Christmas 1910, seeds should be sown now. Giant Crimson Giant Blood Red Giant Salmon Giant Pinit Giant Excelsior, T/J^bile Giant White Picturalum.dT.e.bisc Price per 1000 seeds, $1000 100 seeds, $1.00 R. &J. FARQUHAR & GO. 6 & 7 So. Market St,, Boston, Mass. GIANT PANSY ^-^^ The KENILWORTH Strain is unsurpassed; the Immense flowers of 3^4 to 4 Inches are of perfect form and sub- stance; every tint and shade Is produced In striking combination and endless varia- tion of beautiful colors and markings; It Is the result of years of selection; it embraces the largest and best of English, French, fierraan and American novelties; 1909 seed greatly Improved hy rich shades of brown, bronze, red and mahogany. New seed; 1000, 25c; 2000. 4Uc; 6000, $1; % oz , $1.-10; 1,2 oz., $2.50; oz., ?5 Plants. 100. 50c; loOO, .$3.50. RAINBOW Is a blend of over 60 of the lati^st introductions of glnnt pansies of the most beautiful, gorgeous colors blotched, striped, veined, margined, etc. Seed. li»0. 20c; 2000, SOc; 1-S oz., 50c: y, S5c; 1 oz., $3.00. Plants, 100. SOc; 1000, $3.00. .^A' NOTICE I have purchased all the assets of the A. J. Pieters Seed Company and will fill all contracts for igog crop. Deliveries are now being made and I shall have a surplus list ready in October. Please write n e about what you want and let me quote you on 1910 crop. Address all correspondence to A. J. PIETERS Seed Grower HOLLISTER, - - CAL. In writing advertisers kindly men- tion HORTICULTURE. CABKAGfi. Succession, Flat Dutch and Savoy, $i.co per 1000. $8.50 per 10,000. CEI-EKr, Wliite Plurae and Golden SelTBIanching. $1.00 per 1000. $8.50 per $10,000. PARStET. J5 ces. per 100. $1.25 perfiooo. Cash with Order R. VINCENT, JR., & SONS CO. White Marsh, Md. MY GIANT CYCLAMEN are ahead in Growth and Flowers Bloodred, Carmine. Daybreak, Lilac, Pink, Pure White, White carmine eyed, each separate Tr. Pitt. $1.00, icoo Seeds $6.00. Atoveeven miied Tr. Pkl. 75c, 1000 Seeds $5.00. For larger quantities, special quotation, O. V ZANCEN. Seedsman, HOBOKEN, N.J. inir'ANTir PAIMfilP^ GIGANTIC PANSIES cau only be produced from the Giant Strains. Our CHALLENGE PANSY seed contains only the giant self colors, tlie giant striped and variegated and the giant blotched, all carefully mixed in proportion. You oould noi buy better seed if you paid SIOO.OO per ounce. Pansy— Boddi ngton 's Challenge Trade pkt. ' » oz. K oz. K uz 1 oz. 50c 75c $1.50 $2.75 $5.00 We also offer pansy seed iu .separate colors. Write for special price and catalogue, ARTHURTJODDINGTON, Seedsman, ^*«^. New YorkCity lAR LEONARD SEED CO. CONTRACT GROWERS AND WHOLESALE DEALERS BEANS, PEAS, SWEET CORN, ONION, GARDEN SEEDS ONION SETS FLOWER SEEDS Get Our Prices 79 and 81 E. KINZTE STREET, CHICAGO . I. IVlUK^b & LU.San Francisco, Cal. WHOI^BSA-rvE SISE13 GFeO'WEESS Onion, Lettuce, Sweet Peas TtL California Specialties ESTABLISHED I802 Lilium Harrisii TRUE STOCK 5/7 $4.00 per 100 6^7 $6.00 per 100 Narcissus Paper Wliite Grandiflorus $1.00 per 100 $8.00 per 1000 Dutch Bulbs ready now. Send for prices J. M. THORBURN & CO. 33 Barclay Street NEW YORK O le 13 E? IS IV O A?V French and Dutch Bulbs FOR FALL SHIPMENT Wholesale Price List mailed to Florists on application, Joseph Breck & Sons Corp. 4r-54 HO. MARKET ST., BOSTON, MASS. Burpee's Seeds PHILADELPHIA Stoe LUt of Wholesate Price* mailoi only to those who plant for proflt. Custom House Broker and Forwarder Special attention, prompt and careful forwarding of plants, bulbs, etc. to all parts of the country. Fred'k H. Griffin IL?oT'Mfs*s:J NEW PRICE LIST of my celebrated winter flowering Sweet Pea Seed Is being mailed. It you haye not received a copy please send for one. New crop of seed will be ready around July 16th neit. ZVOLANEK ANT. C. Bound Brook, - - - New Jersey BERMUDA LILIES Harris!! and Longiflonim. Selected. L!!!uni Long!florum Qiganteum C. S. by the case of 300. THOMAS J. GREY CO. 32 Souih Market Street, Boston, Mass. FRENCH AND DUTCH BULBS Columbia Farm Harrisii Fischers Purity Freesias Send for trade list, Sctilegel & Fottler Co. 26 & 2r So. Market St.. BOSTON. MASS. ROBERT J. DYSART Public Accountant and Auditor simple method* of correct accounting especially adapted for flortata' xxM*. Books Balanced and Adjusted Uerchants Bant BuUdln( 28 STATE STREET, - BOSTON Telephone, Main 68. BRIDGEMAN'S SEED WAREHOUSE RIGKARDSBROS. Props. n East 19th St., - NEW YORK CITY CATALOGUE Designing and Illustrating For florists, seedsmen, etc. Photographs ami designs of all kinds carefully made and promptly submitted. CEO. E. DOW _ 178 Washington St, Boston, Mass bis I "J 348 HORTICULTURE September 4, 1909 JOHN BREITMEYER'S — SONS=- Cor. Miami and Gratiot Aves. DETROIT, MICH. Artistic Designs . . . Higli Grade Gut Blooms We cover all Michigan points and good tections of Ohio, Indiana and Canada. WILLIAM J. SMYTH FLORIST Cor. mchlgan Atc. and 3lst St.. CHICAGO We ship to all points in Illinois and Iowa. Phones: Douglai744, Douglas 523, Douglas 740 THE FLORIST HAUSWIRTH Out of Town orders for Hospitals Carefully filled. 232 Michigan Ave. CHICAGO AUDITORIUM ANNEX Ttl. Hirrlion (85 SAMUEL MURRAY Florist Coates House Conservatory 1017 BROADWAY, KANSAS CITY, MO. Both 'Phonea 2670 Main. WASHINGTON, D. C. ^^^» GUDE'S The Far-Famed Flowers of TORONTO Delivered on mall or telegraph onler for any occasion, in any part of the Dominion. JOHN H. DUNLOP, ee Yonse St., Toronto. Ont. PERSONAL. Mrs. Ida Coates of Lexington, Ky., has taken a position with the Atlanta Floral Co., Atlanta, Ga. Aubrey Prink has been appointed manager of the Tennessee Wholesale Nurseries at Winchester. George Murphy has been appointed superintendent of the Jabez Elliott Flower Market at Cincinnati. C. L. Brunson of Paducah, Ky., has received an appointment as assistant in the floral department at the state fair in Louisville, September 13-lS. Alfred Pahud of Indianapolis fell backward from a trolley caV and struck on his head. It is hoped the accident will not prove so serious as at first feared. Visitors in Boston: D. Herbert and wife, Atco, N. J.; Paul Berkowitz, of II. Bayersdorfer & Co., Philadelphia; George White, representing R. M. Ward & Co.. New York; C. H. Twin, representing King Construction Co., N. Tonawanda, N. Y. isssssaesssg :^^^s» « STEAMER DEPARTURES ^ .Sept. 7 . Sept. .S .Sept. U .Sept. 14 The Park Floral Co. J. A. VALENTINE, Pres. DENVER, COLORADO WILLIAM L. ROCK FLOWER CO. KANSAS CITY, - MO. will carefully execnte orders lor Kansas City and any town in Missouri or Kansas. NEW YORK, BOSTON, PHILADELPHIA TAKE CARE OF OCEAN STEAHERS Can Liellver to LAKE STEAHERS NORTHWEST. 'and NORTHLAND W. J. Palmer & Son, 304 Haln St., BuHalo, NY. Allan. Xuniidian, Boston-Glasgow. .Sept. 17 American. St. P.ivil. X. y.-S'ampton Sept. 11 Atlantic Transport. .Miiiiiuapolis. N. Y.-Lonilou. . .Sept. 11 Cunard. Saxonia, Itoston-Liverpool. I.usitania. X. Y. -Liverpool. Carmania, X. Y. -Liverpool. Sylvauia, Best on -Liverpool. French Line. La Provence. .\. Y'. -Havre. . .Sept. 0 La Savoie, X. Y'. Havre Sept. 16 Hamburg-American. I're.s. Craiit, X. Y. Hamliur?..Sept. S K. Auj;. Vii-t'ia. X.Y. II'lj'j;. .Sept. 11 Holland-America. Xoordam, X. Y' -Rotterdam. .Sept. 7 Leyland Line. Hoheniian. Boston-Liverpool. .Sept. -S Winlfredian. Boston-Liv'pool.Sept. 15 North German Lloyd. Krp. Wllh'm IL. X. Y.-B'm'n Sept. 7 G. Washlnffton. N. Y'.-B'm'n. Sept. 9 K'n'g Albert, X. Y.-Med. Pts.Sept. 11 White Star. Teutonic, N. Y.-S'ampton.. . .Sept. 8 Mi'Kantlc, Montreal-Liv'pool Sept. 11 Baltic. N. Y.-Llverpool Sept. 11 Komanlc, Boston-Med. Pts..,Sept. 15 James Whiting, formerly of the Wa- ban Conservatories, Natick, Mass., has been engaged as foreman in the flori- cultural department at the Agricul- tural College, Amherst, Mass., and not James Gillis as reported by us last week. Joseph Hurley, head gardener on the James W. Paul estate at Radnor, Pa., for many years, has accepted a posi- tion with Thomas W. Hunter in a simi- lar capacity at Haverford, Pa., where Mr. Hunter is layiug out a handsome new country estate. Ogelsby Paul is the landscape engineer on the opera- tion and his plans are as usual very up-to-date and require first-class care after they are completed to give the best results. This explains why a man of Mr. Hurley's ability has been select- ed. His duties will commence Oct. 1st. ALEX. MeCONNELL 571 FIFTH AVENUE NEW YORK CITY Telegraphic orders forwarded to any part of the United States, Canada, and all principal cities of Europe. Orders transferred or intrusted by the trade to our selection for delivery on steamships or elsewhere receive special attention. TelephoneCalls,487an[l 488 MurrayHill Cable Address, ALEXCOWNELL DAVID CLARKE'S SONS Deliver orders from any part of the country to New York City Or OUT-OOINQ STEAMERS Write or telegraph 2139-2141 Broadway, New York Telephone 1352-1553 Columbus YOUNG & NUGENT 42 West 28 St., NEW YORK " FLO W£Ra BY TELBORAPtI " (LLBANVTHrt; ~ Plowerg or Design Work DELIVERED IN ALBANY AND VICDnW ON TELEGRAPHIC ORDER. 11 NORTH PEARL ST., ALBANY, II.T. Flower Deliveries In Brooklyn and other Long Island Points New Y'ork City, New Jersey, etc. At Theatres, Hotels, Steamers or Residences. WILSON Fylto» SI and Breeie A»e., BrooHifD, H. Y. DANKER, "Vil^?- ORDERS FOR Choice Flowers and Floral Emblems FILLED PROMPTLY Orden by Wire Receive Prompt and Careful Execution J. Newman & Sons Corporation 24 Tremont Street, BOSTON Theater. Steamer and Funeral Flowers Our Specialty We can refer to leading florists in all principal cities. Established 1870, BOSTON'S BEST In Quality and Design Otol b* relied npon when you transfer ycHt retail aiders to EDWARD MACMULKIN 194 Boylston Street, Boston For Steamers tailing fKom Montreal and Quebec Order by Mail or Telegraph from MONTREAL Careful attention and prompt deliTery. LOUISVILLE, KY. JACOB SCHULZ, 660 South Fourth Ave. September i, 1909 HORTICULTURE 349 CHICAGO NOTES. Renumbering the Streets. The reuurubering of the streets of Chicago will be of interest to many readers. The work is finished and goes into effect September 1st. Madison and State streets are taken as a base and the numbers east, west, north and south radiate from this point. The west and north sides will be changed most, and after the new plan becomes familiar it will be a great improve- ment, for the old system or lack of -System was very confusing. The dis- trict of the wholesale florists is prac- tically unchanged, but many of the retailers and growers will now be known by another address. Hughes' Window. H. R. Hughes, the florist who talks to the people by means of his window, now has an attractive bathing beach scene as a drawing" card and with it shows how the lake front should be open to the people. The lesson is a live one, for the ques- tion of the right of the Cliicago people .to the lake front is one that is just now being strongly agitated. Mr. Hughes has never had a window dis- play that appealed more directly to the people. Personal. Frank Oechslin, a well-known plant grower, is taking hi.s annual overhaul- ing for rheumatism at St. Joseph, Mich. W. P. Kyle, formerly of the J. B. Deamud Co., and Joseph Foerster, for many years with George Reinberg, will .start in the wholesale commission cut flower business in the Atlas Block. Kyle & Foerster will be the firm name. Visitors: H. H. Kuhman, Houston, Texas; L. P. Thomson of C. A. Dahl Floral Co., Atlanta, Ga.; \V. L. Rock, .Kansas City; A. L. Blaser, Dubuque, Iowa; Martin Reukauf, representing H. Bayersdorfer & Co., and J. J. Karins, representing H. A. Dreer, Philadelphia. The beautiful silver cup won by the Chicago Bowling Team at Cincinnati is on exhibition at Zeck & Mann's and is attracting much attention. NEW FIRMS. Messrs. Cirny & Rowe have started the Woodbine Floral Co. at Kirkwood, Mo. This new firm has four houses -filled with carnations, violets and sweet peas and will grow this stock for the St. Louis market. It has been reported that our old -friend. Max Herzog, will again enter into the florist business on South Jef- ferson avenue, St. Louis, but this time in the retail business. He will erect his own building. Albert T. Hey, who went from Springfield, 111., one year ago to take the management of Vaughan's green- house at Western Spring.s. has severed his connection with that firm and rent- ed the Hill greenhouses at Maywood. It is rumored that Albert Brickson, foreman, and who assisted in erecting the first greenhouse and was in the •firm's employ ever since, is to be a partner with Mr. Hey. OBITUA S?» Professor Emile Christian Hansen. Professor Emile Christian Hansen, the renowned botanist, died August 27 at Copenhagen, Denmark. He was born on Jlay S, lhi2, at Ribe, in the province of Jutland, Denmark, and as a young man learned the trade of house painter. His ambition led him to at- tend the art school at Copenhagen, but he soon turned his attention to the natural sciences. For three years he supported himself by giving private tuition, until in 1866 he received a scholarship from the Minister of Edu- cation which enabled him to study mathematics and science at the Copen- hagen University. He then became an instructor in the gymnasium there, and soon devoted himself to the study of chemistry and botany, especially with regard to the physiology of plants. In recent j'ears he has been recognized as one of the leading authorities on the latter science. In the physiological laboratory at Carlsberg Hansen made a study of the lower order of plants, and especially of the fungi. Later he was appointed head of the physiological laboratory. He evolved a plan for a systematic re- search of the alcoholic fermenting yeasts and upon other micro-organisms influencing them. This plan led to a comprehensive study of the fungi which established a new epoch in bot- any. His studies also co\ered cell phy- siology and the conditions of muta- bility in micro-organisms. Professor Hansen tried to give prac- tical effect to his discoveries by plac- ing the utilization of yeast cultures on a new basis, and in 1SS7 with Professor Kuhle he devised an apparatus for pro- ducing a pure ferment which is now- in use in many breweries in Europe. H^ wrote a work on micro-organisms found in the atmosphere at various seasons, a monograph on the "Mor- phology of .\looholic Ferments" and other papers on kindred topics. — Bos- ton Transcript. Mrs. P. Scanlan. The young wife of Commissioner Phil Scanlan, St. Louis, Mo., died the past week. Mr. Scanlan was only mar- ried a little over a year. Mrs. Scan- lan's death followed the birth of a child, which also died shortly after. Mr. Scanlan has a great many friends among the local florists who extend their sympathy. Henry McDonald. Henry McDonald died on August 25 at his home in Brockton, Mass., aged 38 years. He had been ill but a short time. Mr. McDonald, a native of the West Indies, was a resident of Brock- ton for several years, being employed as a gardener on several large estates. Besides his wife, he is survived by three small children. F. E. Rawlings. Mr. F. E. Rawlings, secretary of the Plant Seed Co., St. Louis, was drowned the past week at Bourbon, Mo., where he and his wife and son were spending their vacation. The accident occurred while Mr. Rawlings was in bathing. The news came as a great shock to a large eiifle of tiiends in the trade. THE BEST LETTERS FOR g^JH THOSE FLORISTS' W^^ MADE USE m IR BY THE Boston Florist Letter Co. 66 PEAKL ST., BOSTON N. F. McCarthy, Mgr. Order direct or buy from your local iopply dealer. Insist on having the BOSTON Inscriptions, Emblems, etc., Always in Stock "FLOWERS BY TELEGRAPH." Leading Retail Florists Listed by Towns for Ready Reference. Denver, Colo.— Park Floral Co., 1706 Broadway. Washington D. C— Gude Broe., 1214 F St. Cliicago — Hauswlrth, "The Florist," 239 Michigan Ave. Chicago— William J. Smyth, Michigan Ave. and 3l8t St. Chicago— George WIttbold Co., 1657-S9 Buckingham Place. Louisville, Ky. — Jacob Schnlz, 550 Sooth Fourth Ave. Boston— Thos. F. Galvln, 124 Tremont St. Boston — Edward MacMulkln, 194 B07I- ston St. Boston — J. Newman & Sons, Inc., 24 Tre- mont St. Boston— Julius A. Zlnn, 2 Beacon St. Welle,sley, Mass. — Tallby. Detroit, Mich. — J. Breltmeyer's Sona, Ulaml and Gratiot Aves. Kansas City, Mo. — ^Samuel Murray, 1071 Broadway. Kansas City, Mo. — Wm. L. Rock Flower Co., 1U6 Walnut St. Albany, N. Y.— H. G. Eyree, 11 N. Pearl St. Albany, N. Y.— P. A. Danker, 40 Maiden Lane. Nevv York — David Clarke's Sons, 2130- 2141 Broadway. New York— Alei. McConnell. 571 6th Ave. New York— Young & Nugent, 42 W. 28th St. Brooklyn, N. Y.— Robert O. Wilson, Ful- ton St. and Greene Ave. Buffalo. N. Y.— Palmer's, 304 Main St. Montreal, Can. — P. McKenna & Son, St. Catherine and Gay Sts. Toronto, Can.— J. H. Dunlop, 96 Yonge M. In orderir.g goods pi It in HORTICULTURE "I N. E. FLOWER DELIVERIES Send flower orders for delivery in Boston and all New England points to THOS. F. GALVIN 124 Tremont St., Boston TRANSFER Your orders for flower or plant deliv- ery in Eastern New England to JULIUS A. ZINN 2 Beacon St , Soston WELLESLEY COLLEGE Dana Hall, Walnut HIM aad Rockiidge Hall School*. TAlLBY.Wellesley, Mass. Tel. Wellesiey 44.1 and t. Night 44-3. 350 HOKTICULTURE September 4, 1909 •jiiiniiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiimiiiiniiiiiimiiiiimiiiiiiniiiiiiiiiiim FIELD GROWN "pS" Sarah Hill, $12.00 per lOO. W. Perfection, $8.00 per 100; $75.00 per lOOO. Boston Market Queen Lt. Peary Vesper Queen Louise $6.00 per 100. $50.00 per 1000. Strong, healthy stock, free from disease LEO Ni£SSEN CO. S 1209 Arch Street, ii PHILADELPHIA, PA. nllllllllllllliiliiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiilliiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiie; ^illllllilllllllillllllllilllllllllllilllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllillS I To Cut Flower Growers and! I I Retail Florists | IF YOU want to find a market for your product want a regular or special supply of the product of the best growers Consult the Advertisements on these Wholesale Flower Pages E The Advertisers Represented Here are the Leading S = Concerns in the Wholesale Flower Trade S i liiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiigiiiiiHiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiSl CUT EASTER LILIES Ample Supply of Fine Quality. $10.00 per 100. W.E McKISSICK&BROS.,"p?o"^flfi' 1619-1621 Ranstead St., Philadelphia 1 CUT FLOWER BOXES EDWARDS FOJ.DING BOX CO MANUFACTURERS PHILADELPHIA. ^PA. _> X . . K, CHAS. W. McKELUR SI WABASH AVE., CHICAGO Western Headquarters for Choice Orchids Valley, Roses and all Cut Flowers PETER REINBERQ WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS SI Wabash Av., Chicago, 111. Long Distance Phone, Central 6004 WINTERSON'S SEED STORE 45-47-49 Waba.h Ave.. Chicago. Seedsmen, Plantsmen, Nurserymen Florists' Supplies We can supply evervthiiig used by the Florist, SUl'i'I.V CATALOG FUEE." Cor- respKudeiH-e suli<-ite(l. POEHLMANN BROS. GO. 33-33-37 Randolph St., ■ CHICAGO CUT FLOWERS Greenhouses, - Morton Qrova. III. Rice Brothers lis N. 6th Street. HINNEAPOLIS, HINN WHOLESALE FLORISTS and SUPPLIES CUT FLOWERS received twice daily, and can fill jour orderi to your satisfaction. A complete line of Hardy Greens- WILD SMILAX, BOXWOOD. HARDY FANCY FERNS, GALAX LEAVES. Write for quotations on large quaotities. In ordering goods please add "I saw It In HORTICULTURE." WELCH BROS. AMERICAN BEAUTY, KILLARNEY, RICHHOND, HARYLAND AND ALL THE SUPERIOR ROSES, LILY OF THE VALLEY, CARNATIONS, ORCHIDS :)bb;st r»i«oi3ucB;r> 226 Devonshire Street, Boston, Bflass. WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKETS— ^"^"^ •""•^^W'Stri^Rs only CHICAGO Aug. 31 I Twur aTiEs I I Aug- 3' \ PBELA. Aug. ji ROSTOV Sept. I ROSES Am. Beauty, Fancy and Special. . 25.00 to " Exua ■■..2000 to " No. 1 1 13. 00 to ** Lower grades \ 5.00 to Bride, "Mftld.Chatcnay, F. & S.... 4,00 to *' " Lower grades ' 3.00 to (Cillarney, Fan. & Sp ! 4.00 to ' ' Lower grades 3.00 to illchmond, Fancy & Special. ..... 6.00 to " Lower grades 1 3.C0 to My MarylaDd, Kaiserin 1 5.00 to CARi>IAriONS I i.oo 10 MfSCeLLANEOUS Gladioli , 3.C0 i -5° to Asters Catcteyas 15. 00 LlMes ' 1000 to Lily oi the Valley 3.00 to Mignonette 2.00 to Sweet Peas 25 to Gardenias to Adiantam 75 to Snllax 10.00 to Aspara^s Flumosus. stringG (100)40.00 to *' " & Spren. (100 betas.}. 30.00 to 30.00 25.00 20.0c 10 .oc 6.0c 4.00 6.00 4.00 8.00 4.00 8.00 4.00 2.00 50.00 12.00 4. CO 5.0c 50 40.00 I. CO 12.00 50.00 50.00 35.00 15.00 10.00 5.00 4.00 6.00 to 3.00 to 6.00 to 3.00 to to 3c. 00 35.00 15.00 10.00 6.00 4.00 8.00 6.00 8.CO 6. GO 3.00 1.00 40.00 10,00 3.00 2. CO .40 .75 10.00 35.00 35.00 8. CO 3.00 50.00 13. 00 4.00 3.00 ■75 40.00 1.00 U.co 50.0G 50 00 20. CO 13.50 8.00 4.00 4. CO 2.00 4.00 2.00 4.00 2.00 6.00 25.0c 15.00 10,00 5.00 5. CO 3.C0 6.00 4.00 6.00 I.oo 8.00 1.50 to 9.00 .50 13.50 3.00 .40 1.00 12.50 35.CO 35.00 5.00 a. CO 75.00 15.. o 4.00 1.00 50 30.00 1.50 15.00 18.00 10.00 4.00 2.00 3.00 •25 6.00 ■25 4.00 -25 ■50 to to 35.00 I50* 3 00 6.oe 6.eo 1.00 8.00 .50 to ■ 50 to .15 lo 50.00 to 8.00 to 1.00 to .50 to .05 to 20.00 to 75 to 10.00 to 50.00 35,00 50.00 15,00 3 00 l.OO' 75.«o 10. CO 3.00 I.oo .•o S5.O0 i.»5 12.ce 50.00 as.co J.a.BUDL©NG 37-39 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. CUT FLOWERS Boses and Oamations A 8peclaIt7....M WH0LE8ALC GROWER Of Henry M. Robinson J. Margolis Chas. Robinson HENRY m. ROBINSON & CO. WHOLESALE COMMISSION DEALERS IN CUT FLOWERS- FLORISTS' SUPPLIES AND HARDY CUT EVERGREENS 15 PROVINCE ST., 9 CHAPMAN PLACE '""'^2?l7^2"?8''MA'iR""" BOSTON, MASS. FLORISTS' SUPPLIES Sonil for New Catalogue H. Bayersdorfer & Co. 1129 ARCH ST., PHILADELPHIA. Prices Quoted in these Columns are for Dealers Only When Writine; to Advertisers Please Mention HORTICULTURE. September 4, 1909 HORTICULTURE 3511 Flower Market Reports. Cooler weather, roiurn- BOSTON ing vacationists and a few timorous ventures at matrimony tiave conspired to inject a little life into the flickering remnant of the flower trade this week and great is the joy caused thereby. But it will not do to crow too much just yet. Lily of the valley, white roses if good (and very few of them are), cattleyas it they could be obtained, gardenias — anything real choice and chaste — can be placed at a good figure. All the rest that goes to makei up the cords upon cords of stuff sent to the flower markets daily must take its chances on an unappreciative and forbidding mar- ket. There are carloads of gladioli, but Shakespeare is the only one that brings a price — as much for a dozen Shakespeare as for a hundred of any other. Asters — there's no end of them. A few of rare tint and finish, with flowers and stems of exhibition propor- tions can be' sold at a dollar or two per hundred. For the balance a dollar a thousand is considered a snap. There are fine lilies now; also excellent tube- roses at about two dollars per hundred spikes. Carnations seldom seen and not wanted until they are better. T li e r e was plenty of BUFFALO everytiiing in the line of cut stock and all grades. It was rather a hot week for roses tu. they moved better than heretoforei. The late crop of asters is on and som choice stock is to be had, but too many of the ordinary shorts are coming in with very liule sale. The same may be said of gladioli. Such vaiieties as Ameiica need no urging, but the mixed stuff reiuains with the dealer. The white rose and lily of the valley situa- ' tion has improved, due laigely to the demand for early fall weddings. Trade is still at a very CHICAGO low mark and indications are that there will be lit- tle or no change for some time to come. There is a lively skirmish for good flowers when orders come in. So much of the stock is poor that it is unsalable. The early severe rains, fol- lowed by a prolonged drought injured the aster crop to the extent of makin-:; much of it worthless. The. late crop of asters is the poorest ever known to some growers while others are now cutting some quite fair rtov;ers for the first time this season. Carnations are short in stem and small in flower and the supply is limited. The first cosmos of the season were noticed Monday. Roses are improving from week to week and Beauties are now quite fair both in quality and quantity. The re- turn to the city of many for the opening of school will no doubt add to the sales of the fl'oris;t and gives promise of the return of the busy sea- son. During the past INDIANAPOLIS two weeks little has occurred to break the ripple of the summer dull- ness. The best rofes are Beauty, Kai- serin and Killarney. Maryland is well liked and bids fair to displace Killar- ney to some extent as a summer flower. A few carnations of the new crop are appearing. Good asters are very scarce around this vicinity. Gladioli are good ^Oah-^"* hut far. too -iLuiii — erous. Lilies of all kinds are quite plentiful. Golden Glow and chrys- anthemums being sent in by several growers, but don't bring in returns suflicient to pay to grow them so earlj'. The de- mand for lily of the valley and or- chids is very mod- erate, Tbere is quite a lot of outdoor stuff com- ing in which meets with very little demand. Smilax are selling well and all other greens. PHILADELPHIA Business was very dull last week. People are all away. There is plenty of mateiial but no demand for it. To quote one of the big whole- salers: "There is nothing to it." This sizes up the situa'. icn about as well as a story as long as your arm. I wish there was some better news to send; but can- dor compels the doleful tale. As- ters are better than ever and con- — ^^^ sidering the dry weather we hav>^ had this summer are really remarkable at the present time. Gladioli have not stood the siege nearly as well and are coming along very sparingly. A few good rains would help these consider- ably. Roses generally have improved. My Maryland especially being particu- larly fine. American Beauties have also taken a distinct step forward, and there are some fine White Killarneys FIELD GROWN Carnation Plants We offer, subject to prior sale, the following: These are extra strong, healthy plants, the product of the most successful Eastern Growers, stoclc that has been carefully selected and handled under the best possible methods, thus insuring results that will place the plants in our customers' hands in the very best condition. ENCHANTRESS LLOYD WHITE ENCHANTRESS WINONA R. PINK ENCHANTRESS WINSOR MRS. LAWSON SPLENDOR VARIEGATED LAWSON CARNEGIE WHITE LAWSON BEACON LADY BOUNTIFUL AFTERGLOW WHITE PERFECTION MRS. PATTEN PRESIDENT SEEL YE First grade $8.00 per hundred. $75.00 per thousand. Second grade 7.00 per hundred. 60.00 ptr thousacd. /t::y=NOTE. - Second grade are as gocd, if not better than most Growers' first grade. PROSPECTOR GENEVIEVE LORD 1 $5.C0 per hundred. HA RIO WARDS N ; $45 00 per thousand. QUtEN SARAH HILL, $J2.00 per hundred. 800 BO- NTIFUL, 4 in. Pots. 2000 WHITE PERFECTION. 4 in. Pots. $6.50 per hundred. $55.00 per thousand. S. S. PENNOCK - MEEHAN GO, The -rroV.rT^' Philadelphia 1608-1620 Ludlow Slreet Washington Store, 1212 Store closes 6 p. m. New York Ave. arriving. Carnations few and very poor. Dahlias have just commenced, among the forerunners being: Lynd- burst, White Swan, Perle d'Or, Nym- phea, Arabella, Livoni, Sylvia, Plora- dora. Flora (a good white). Standard' Bearer, and Red Huzzar. After a week's lull, fancy water lilies have started up again and are now excep- tionally good. Lily of the valley is- {Continued on page jj_j) WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKETS.— to d^brb only cmcnNATi Aug. 3c DBTJtDIT Aug, ;o 0UPFALO Aug. 30 PITTS BU Re Aug. 30 ROSES I Ain.B«auty, Fan. and Sp. ^ 20.00 Extra 15.00 No. " Lower grades ■ Bride, ■Maid.Chatenay, F. & S. ** " Low. gr Killarney, Fan. & Sp " Lower grades Richmond, Fancy & Special.-... " Lower grades ■ My Maryland, Kaiserio 8.Q0 4.00 3.00 4.00 3.00 6.00 3 00 3,00 95.00 30.00 12.00 6 00 6.00 4.00 &.00 4.00 8 CO CARNATIONS . NHSCBLLANBOUS Gladioli ... Asters Cattleyas Lilies • • • Uly of the Valley Mignonette Sweet Peas Gardenias Adlantum Smilax Asparagus Plumoaus, strings (100) ** " & Spren, (100 bchs.) 4. CO a. 00 • 35 *0 12.00 4.00 .50 10. CO 40.00 ao.co 1. 00 I 3. CO jo.oo 30.00 20.00 15.00 10.00 4.00 4.00 2. 00 4.00 2,00 4.00 2.00 25 GO 18.0c iS-Oo 8.00 6 00 4.00 6 00 4.00 6.00 4.00 to to 3.00 ■so 35.00 12.50 3.00 to .50 to .35 to ao.oo to 15.00 H> 30.00 to 30.00 to 6.00 I -so 5C.00 13.00 4.00 1. 00 .50 30.00 1.50 20 00 50.00 50.00 30.00 15^0 5x0 3.00 5.00 4.00 5.00 2.00 5.00 a. CO 35.00 ao.oc 10.00 4.00 b.oc 4. 00 6.00 4.00 6. CO 4.00 2.00 •50 40.00 8.00 3.00 •50 •SO ao.oo .50 40.00 40.00 4.00 a. 00 50.00 12.00 4.0c 1. 00 1. 00 30.00 1. 00 15.00 50.00 50.00 20.00 10, CO 6.00 3 00 6.00 a.oo 6.00 a. 00 4.00 25. o«- 15.0c 8.0c 4.00 6.00 4 00 8. AC 4.00 8.00 4.of 8.00 2.00 t« \.cty 3.00 «5 1.00 to 00 to 30.00 3C.00 75-00 10.00 4.00 I. as 15 oo- 50 00 50.CO 352 HORTICULTURE September 4, 1909 FORD BROTHERS 48 West 28th Street NEW YORK fi iiosfi), \m wMwm A Full Line of All CUT FLOWERS Telephone, 38T0 or 3871 Madison Square H. E. FROMENT Wholesale Commission Florist, Choice Cut Flowers, 57 West 28th St. :: NEW YORK Telephones: 2200, 2201, Madison Square. Alfred H. Langjahr All choice cnt-flowers in seisin. Send for quotations. Correspondence with shippers of first-class stock invited. 55 West 28th Street, New York Telephones 4626-4627 Madison Square Edward C. Horan Wholesale Florist 55 WEST 28th ST. '"«'• 1463 «««•»»» so""" New York PHILIP F. KESSLER 55 & 5? W. 26tli St., New York. CUT FLOWERS WHOLESALE Open from S a. m, to 6 p. m. Sunday till 10 a. m. FINEST LILIES IN THE MARKET. Tel. 5243 and 2921 Madison Square. JOHN YOUNG WHOLCSALE FLORIST Finest American Beautiea and Carnations 51 West 28 St. - NEW YORK FRANK MILLANG WholesalB Florist 55-57 West 26th St., NEW YORK fihipments, anj quantity, Whole- gale Market Rates. Greater Nevr YorR florists* Association, Inc. Now Open for Gut Flower Consignments 162 Livingston Street, BROOKLYN, N. Y. Geo. W. Crawbuck Telepbone Connectioa Manager 3642-43 Main Moore, Hentz & Nash Wholesale Commission Florists 55 and 57 West 26th Street New York Telephone No. 756 MadUon Square MILLANC BROS. WHOLESALE FLOR/STS 41 West Twenty=Eighth Street NEW YORK I I JOHN I. RAYNOR Wholesale Commission Florist SELLING AGENT FOR LARGEST GROWERS A full line of Choice Cut Flower Stock for all purposes. Comprises every variety grown for New Vork market, at current prices 49 West 28th St TEL. 1998 HADISON SQUARE New Vork City ] I I Walter F. Gheridan WholescU^ Commisuion I>ealer in CHOICE CUT FLOWERS 59 West 28th Strett, Mem Yerk Telephone : 3532-3533 Madison Squara HEADQUARTERS FOR NOVELTIES ORCHIDS A SPECIALTY THE HIGHEST \/ A I I C^ ALWAVS GRADE OP VMkUEiY ON HAND GARDENIAS, DAISIES, ROSES AND CARNATIONS JAMES McMANUS, yJs'ii.X 42 W. 28th St.. New York NEW YORK QUOTATIONS PERIOD. To Dealers Only ROSES AND CARNATIONS American Beauty, Fancy and Special " * ' Extra '. No. I 139 " ' * Lower Grades Bride, Tlald, Golden Gate, Fancy and Special. *' *' Lower Grades KHIarney, Fancy and Special * ' Lower Grades Richmond, Fancy and Special * ' Lower Grades Chatenay riy naryland CaraatlOQtf, Fancy aq6. Novelties. *' Ordinary Last Half of Week HrstHalfofWMk ending Au f. 28 beginnlngA igM m% 1909 lO.OO to 15.00 xo.oo to i50« 6.00 to 10.00 6.00 to ij.eo 4.00 to 6.00 4.00 to 6.00 ■50 to 2.0 J 50 to 9.00 2.00 to 4.00 a. 00 to 4.00 •50 lO 2.00 .50 to a. 00 3.00 to 6.00 3.00 to 6 00 •50 to 1. 00 .50 to 1. 00 3.00 to S-oo 3 00 to 5.00 • so to 2,00 .50 to a. 00 .50 to 5.0Q • so to S'OO ■ 50 to 6,00 .50 to 6.00 1.50 to 2.00 1.50 to a. 00 •50 to 1. 00 .50 to 1,00 Alexander J. Guttman THE WHOLESALE FLORIST OF NEW YORK 34 WEST 28tH STREET . PHONES. 16G*-.I065 MADl.VON SiJ\] A.V.K. ENOUGH SAID CENTRALLY LOCATED, THE HUB OF THE FLOWER MARKET SECTION CHARLES MILLANG Wholesale Florist 55 & 57 W. 26 St.. NEW YORK Telephone 7062 Madlsoo REED 01 KEI^LER 122 Weft 21th St., New York Florists' Supplies We manufacture all our Ifltal Designs, Baskets, Hire Wort & Novelties and are dealers in Blusware Decorative Greens and Flerltts' Requisites GROWERS' CUT FLOWER CO. ::.X:"' VIOLETS, CARNATIONS, ROSES ORCHIDS, CHRYSANTHEMUIVIS, LILIES Consignments Solicited. Shipments to Order, an/ Distance 39 West 28th Street, '"'Ti' cSl^^Mlll^tr" NEW YORK Durand & Marohn MANUFACTURERS OF All Kinds of Wire Work Florists' Wire Designs a Specialty 24BeaverSt., ALBANY, N.Y. WILLIAM H. KUEBLER Brooklyn's Foremost and Best WHOLESALE COMMISSION HOUSE A First Class Market for all CUT FLOWERS 28 Willoughby St., Brooklyn, N. Y. Tel. 4591 Main September 4, 1909 HOKTICUL-T U RE. 35» WHOLESALE FLORISTS 54 West 28th St. NEW YORK Telephone 3SB9 Madison Sq. A. L YOUNG & CO. RECEIVERS & SHIP- PERS OF CUT FLOWERS. CONSIQNMENTS SOLICITED. MICHIGAN CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE, Inc. WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS Consl^ments Solicited Bardy Fancy Fern Our Specialty 38-40 BROADWAY, DETROIT, MICH. _ _ The Meyer Green Silkaline is faked by florists more or less. Demand the Meyer Green Silkaline and TAKE NO OTHER. . John C. Meyer & Co. L°w.°1.'M"a« For Sale by All Reliable' Houses. Wired Toothpicks Manufactured by W. J. COWEE, BERLIN, N. Y. $1.75; 50,000. ...$7.50. Sample fn»i For sale by dealers KRIGK'S FLORIST NOVELTIES Manufacturer and Patentee of the Per- fect Adjustable Pot Handle or Hanger, Perfect Adjustable Plant Stands and the (.Iriginal Genuine Immortelle Let- ters, etc. Every Letter Marked. 1164-66 Greene Av., Brooklyn, N,y. For Sale by all Supply Houses Southern Wild Smilax Satisfaction Guaranteed Louisville Floral Co., Louisville, Ala. Flower Market Reports. {Cont:ni/eii from ptige 3>i) selling up clean right along, and the critics and hard-to-please have to take a back seat for a minute. Cattleyas and other orchids quite scarce. All the outside subjects such as hydrangea, gaillardia, centaurea, etc., very draggy. Cosmos, the early flowering kind (Woodside), is perhaps the only decent seller in this class. Greens entirely too plentiful. Wild smilax, new crop, will make its advent next week, and there is likely to be a good demand for this tor early fall trade. Most of the houses demand three days' notice for deliveries on wild smilax. Cooler weather and NEW YORK considerable rain fall have resulted in a greatly improved quality in many ot the items in the outdoor product com- ing to this market, but nothing has yet transpired to improve the sale of these things and so the flower marts are encumbered with asters ot high and low degree, garden lilies, triton- ias, hydrangeas, dahlias and gladioli, which are moved with extreme difficul- ty and often find their only outlet through the dump cart, all o£ which is extremely discouraging for the man who grows them and sends them In. At such times the wholesaler who con- fines himself to greenhouse product has the best of It, tor empty counters " and boxes are preferable to stacks of material going to waste. A certain quantity of select Beauties, Maryland, Kaiserln and Killarney roses, cattle- WILLIAM F.KASTING GO. WHOLESALE FLORISTS 383-387 Ellicott Street BUFFALO, - N. Y. SOUTHERN WILD SMILAX Now readv In limited quantity. E. A. BE AVEN EVERGREEN, ALABAMA. I88r ESTABLISHED I909 KEEPING OPEN HOUSE THIS SUMMER TO RECEIVE CONSIGNMENTS OF ALL CUT FLOWERS IN SEASON TOP PRICE AND PROMPT RETURNS 106 W. 28th St.. N.Y. Tel. 1B7 Madison Sq. Open 6 A. M. Daily. NEW YORK QUOTATIONS PER 100. To Dealers Only J. K. ALLEN MISCELLANEOUS Cattleyas LlHes Lily of the Valley Asters Gladioli Sweet Peas (per loo bunches) Gardenias AdlantuiD SmHax Asparagus Plumosus, strings " " & Spren. (loo bch6) Last Half of Week ending Aug. 28 1909 4^.00 3.00 1.00 .10 • 25 1. 00 20.00 so 6.00 20.00 10.00 to to to 75 00 0.00 3. CO 1. 00 1. 00 4-10 25.00 .75 10.00 30.00 25.00 First Half of Week beginning Aug. 30 1909 40.00 3.00 i.fo .10 .25 1. 00 20.00 ■ 50 6.00 30.00 ■•.OJ 75."0 6.oe i.oo 1. 00 4.00 35.00 .75 10.00 30.00 23.00 yas, gardenias and lily of the valley, can be disposed ot every day at re- spectable figures, but there is almost no use for the small roses from newly planted stock which are being received in large consignments and which are well sold If disposed of at 25 to 50 cents a hundred. Carnations are as yet, very insignificant both in quality and quantity. Some of the asters are simply superb. Lilies good and en- joying only a moderate call. PHILADELPHIA NOTES. A distinguished visitor this week was Adolphe Buyssens. Vilvorde, Belgium, Professor of Agriculture and Horticul- ture at that place. Samuel S. Pennock, of the S. S. Pen- nock-Meehan Co., left last week for his annual vacation which this year will be mostly to down east points, including Xova Scotia. He expects to be back in Philadelphia by September 16th. W. K. Harris, we are happy to re- port on the convalescent list. For the first time in two months he was on his afternoon hunting grounds at the Florists' Club on the 31st ulto., where he met and passed a pleasant hour with his friends. Local exhibitors at Cincinnati say that convention trade was very good as to number of orders, but that big buyers were conspicuous by their ab- sence. The conventions need more of the big retailers in attendance. How to interest them — that's the question. A new outlet tor flowers is always a pleasant item to chronicle. Growing facilities tend to increase much faster than agencies for distribution. Two- new ones will start up this month, namely, J. F. Leary (formerly of Bat- tles) in the Hawthorne building, 39th and Lancaster avenue, opening day S -.It. 4th, and F. M. Ross now at 206 East Girard avenue who will move to 13 Fourth COth street and expects to open there Sept. 15th, if not sooner. Mr. Ross will continue the old store as a branch. BOSTON GROWERS' MARKETS. The annual sale ot choice of stalls at the Park street Market took place last Saturday and in nuu'bpr of stalls disposed of, average p;'ice of same and aggregate amount received, was con- siderably ahead ot anv previous year. The capacity of the maikel has been increased by a re-arraiisonneu: which adds fourteen new stalls. The JIusic Hall Market sale of stalls was held on the sam-i da;e. U was much the biggest stile tliev have ever had. Although the lii-st choices brought lower ligu'cs than they did last year the prices were steadier and average premium paid vas consider- ably 'ligher. It is expected that this market will move on October 1st to the basement of the new building now being completed at No. 2 Park street. 354 HORTICULTURE, September 4, 1909 Buyer's Directory and Ready Reference Guide Advertisements under this head, one cent a word. Initials count as words. DiBplay advertisers in this issue are also listed under this classlflcatlon without charge. Reference to Ust of ^n^^S Ta^m'f to^find'whltThrwair in this list will confer a favor by wnMng us and we will try to put them In communication with reliable dealer*. AOOOUNTANT R. J. Dysart, 28 State St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. AOIANTUMS Godfrey Aschmann, 1012 West Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of AdvertisCTS. AMPELOPSIS. L. Miller, Jamaica, opp. Schenck Av., Brooklyn, N. Y. ARAUCARIAS A. Leutby & Co., Perkins St, Nnraerlee, Rosllndale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Oodtrey Aschmann, 1012 West Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. ASFARAOTTS Asparagus plumosus from 214 Inch pots, $2.50 per 100; J22.50 per 1000. Cash with order, please. Floral Hill Gardens, G. F. Keipp, Prop., Chatham, N. J. Asparagus Sprengeri, 2-yr. clumps from bench, nice plants, $5.00 per 100. Bald- wln Greenhouses, Foxhoro, Mass. Asparagus Sprciigeni, extra strong plants. John F. Flood Co., Dedbam. Mass. ASTERS. J. C. Schmidt. Brtotol, Pa. For page sec Ueit of Advertiser!. AUTOMATIC CIRCULATOR The Castle Co.. 170 Summer St., Boston. ~ BAMBOO OANES Yokohama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay Streot, New York. Bamboo Sticks, Colored Green. For page see List of Advertisers. BAT TREES. 2000 Bay and Box Trees In all Blies, Pyramid and Standards. Write for list. JqIIus Roehrs. Kutherford. N. J. ' BEDDING PLANTS A. Lenthy & Co.. Perkins St. Nuraorlei, Rosllndale, Masa. For page see List of Advertlsera. BOOKS Pronunciation of Plant Names, sent for 511 cents, postpaid, by HORTICULTDRB PUB. CO., 11 Hamilton Place. Boston. O. ABChmanu. 1012 W. Ontario St., Phila- delphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. B. Vlncent7^Jrr&^S RIAL Lord & Burnbam Co., 1133 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Plerson U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N.~^. For page see List of Advertisers. A. T. Stearns Lumber Co., Neponset, Boston. For page see List of Advertisers, King Constmctlou Co., N. Tonawanda, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Hltoblngs & Co., 1170 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. J. C. Monlnger Co., 117 East Blackhawk St., Chicago, 111. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., between 25th & 26th Sts.. Chicago. Pecky Cypress for Benches. For page see List of Advertisers. P. Jacobs &^mis. 1359-63 Flushing Are., Brooklyn, N. Y. GREENHOUSE OONSTRUOITOV GRKENIIOUSB CONSTUUCTION, Semi- Iron (5rteiihouse, New Truss Houses and Iron Frame Houses. Lord & Burnham. 1133 Broadway, N. Y. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., between 25th & 26th Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Bltchlngs & Co., 1170 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. GUTTERS GUTTERS, Cast Iron Gutters, L. & B. Improved V Shaped Gutter with drip gut- ter attachment. Lord & Burnham, llSt Broadway, N. Y. HAIL INSURANCE Florists' Hall Asso. of America. J. G. Bsler, Saddle River, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. HARDV FERNS, MOSS AND GREENS H. M. Robinson & Co., 15 Province St. and 9 Chapman Place, Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, 38 and 40 Broadway, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. George Cotsonas & Co., 50 W. 28th Bt, New York. Rice Bros., 115 N. 6tb St., MInneapolia, Minn. For page see List of Advertisers. HEATINO APPAHATui Lord & ))nrnham Co., 1133 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Plerson D-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Kroeschell Bros. Co., 466 Erie St., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. HERBACEOUS PERENNIALS P. Ouwerkerk, P. O. No. 1, Hoboken, N. 1. For page see List of Advertisers. New England Nurseries, Bedford, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. The Geo. WIttbold Co., 1657 Bncklnghan Place. Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. HOME CORRESPONDENCE Home Correspondence School, Dept. H., Springfield, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. HOT-BED SASH The A. T. Stearns Lumber Co., Neponset, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Plerson U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. I. For page see List of Advertisers. Lord & Buruham Co., 1133 Broadway, N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., betwee* 25th & 26th Sts., Chicago. HYDRANGEAS. American Everblooming Hydrangea (H. Arborescens Grandiflora alba), heavy two- year plants for agents' use. Peonla Fes- tlva" Maxima and Queen Victoria, low per 1000. One hundred other choice varletlea of Peonlas at low prices. The B. Y. T«a» Co., Centervllle, Ind. INSECTICIDES. Nlcotlclde kills all greenhouse pests. P. B. Palethorpe Co., Eleventh St., Owensboro, Ky. For page see List of Advertisers. Stumpp & Walter Co., 50 Barclay St., New York. Kllmdead Tobacco Dust. For page see List of Advertisers. In writing to Advertisers kindly mention Horticulture 356 HORTICULTURE September 4, 1909 INSECTICIDES — Continued Phlla. Insecticide Co., 6117 Main St. Gennantown, Pa. Pnllman's Insect and Worm Destroyer: Nicotine. For page see List of AdTertlsera. Hammond's Paint & Slug Shot Works, Fishkill, N. Y. Grape Dust. For page see I-ist of Advertisers. B. G. Pratt Co., 50 Church St., New York. Scalecide. For page see List of Advertisers. Geo. E. Talmadge. Inc., Madison, N. J. Aphlne. For page see List of Advertisers. '•The Fumlgatlug Kind Tobacco Pow- der"— The first on the market and the kind that has so many imitators, has onr gnar- antee tag of satisfaction or money back, and "The Moon Trade Mark" on every baB- »S.0O per 100 lbs. The H. A. Stoothott Co., Uonnt Vernon, N. Y., makers and sellers. IRIS T. C. Thurlow & Co., W. Newbury, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Iris, all types. Very select list. C. Betscher. Canal Dover. O. JAPANESE PLANTS Yokohama Nursery Co.. 31 Barclay St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. EENTIAS Godfrey Aschmaan, 1012 W. Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. A. Leuthy & Co.. RosUndale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. .Tos. Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. Home-Grown, Established Plants. For page see List of Advertisers. L,II.Y OF THE VALLEY PIPS HJalmar Hartmann & Co., Langangstraed* 20, Copenhagen, Denmark. ^ For page see List of Advertisers. MASTICA F. 0. Pierce Co., 12 W. Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. NE-W SPA"WN Wm. Elliott & Sons, 42 Vesey St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. NICO-FUME Kentucky Tobacco Product Co., Louisville, Ky. N1TBSERT STOCK John Waterer &- Sons, Ltd., American Nursery, Bagshot, England. For page see List of Advertisers. P. Ouwerkerk, 21- conlca glgantea, mixed, 2 Inch 2Hc. J. L, Schiller, 929 Prouty Ave., Toledo, O. RHODODENDRONS John Waterer & Sons, Ltd., American Nureery, Bagshot, England. For page see List of Advertisers. P. Ouwerkerk, Hoboken, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. BOSEI^ Robert Craig Co., Market and Wth Bta.^ Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertiser*. P. Ouwerkerk, P. O. No. 1, Hoboken, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Dlngee & Conard Co., West Grove, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, III. For page see List of Advertisers. A. N. Plerson, Cromwell, C^^nn. White KlUamey, My Maryland, Bamblem. For page see List of Advertlsi'rs. W. i T. Smith Co., Geneva, N. Y. American Grown Roses. For page see List of Advertisers. The Rose, by H. B. Ellwanger; mallctf for $1.30 by Horticulture, 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. Hand Book of Cultural Notes on Rosea Under Glass, by F. P. Brlgham, mailed t» your address for 25c., by Horticulture Pob- Ushlng Co.. 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. SEED ORO'WERS H5almar Hartmann & Co. Cauliflower and Cabbage Seed. Langangstraede 20, Copenhagen, Denmark. For page see List of Advertisers. C. C. Morse & Co., 48-56 Jackson St., San Francisco, Cal. For page see List of Advertisers. For List of Advertisers See Page 359 September 4, 1909 HORTICULTURE 857 8EED8 T. J. Grpy Co., 32 So. Market St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Breck & Sons, 61 and n2 N. Market St., Boston, Man. For pEge see List of Advertisers. W. Atlee Burpee \- Co., Philadelphia. For p.ige see List of Advertisers. Artbnr T. Boddlngton, M2 W. 14th St., New York. Giant Pansy Seed. For page .see Lift of Advertisers. Rlckards Bros., 37 B. 19th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. B. & J. Farquhar & Co.. 6-7 So. Market St., Boston. Mignonette Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. H. F. MlcUell Co., 1018 Market St., Phil*. For page see List of Advertisers. J. M. Thorburn & Co., 33 Barclay SL, N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Leonard Seed Co., Chicago, 111. Beans, Peas, Sweet Corn, Onion. For page see List of Advertisers. Schlegel & Fottler Co., 26 & 27 So. Market St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. E. F. Wlnterson Co., Chicago. Seeds for I'luntsmen, Nurserymen, Seeda- men. For page see List of Advertisers. A. C. Zvolanek. Bound Brook, N. J. Winter Flowering Sweet Peas. For page see List of Advertisers. C. C. Morse & Co., 48-56 Jackson St., San Francisco, Cal. For page see List of Advertisers. O. V. Zangen, Hoboken, N. J. Giant Cyclamen Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. SHRUBS The George Wlttbold Co., 1657 Backlngbam Place, Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. SIIiKAXINE John C. Meyer & Co., Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers SMXI.AX Smilax, strong, 2Vt-la., $1.50 per 100; flOOO per 1000. Cash please. Wm. tdvesey, 6 McCabe St., New Bedford, Mass. SPHAGNUM MOSS Live Sphagnum moss, orchid peat and orcbld baskets always on hand. Lager ft Hurreil, Summit, N. J. SPRAYERS Chas. J. Jager Co.. Boston. Demlng Spray Pomp. For page see List of Advertisers. B. H. Hunt, 76-78 Wabash Av., Chicago, 111. New Chicago Sprayer. For page see List of Advertisers. STEVIA Stevia, 2 in., 2 ots. Double Alvssum. 2 in., 2 cts. Cash with order. O. C. Day, Hudson, Mass. SULFUR BURNER Benj. Dorrance, Dorranceton, Pa. For page se? List of Advertisers. S-WEET PEAS A. C. Zvolanek. Bound Brook. N. J. Winter Flowering. For page see List of Advertisers. TYPEWRITERS REBUII.T Office Appliance Co., 15 State St., Boston. VEGETABI.X! PI^NTS R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. For page see List of Advertisers. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. VENTrLATING APPARATUS Pierson U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., between 25th & 26th Sts., Chicago. The Advance Co., Richmond, Ind. For page see List of Advertisers. Quaker City Machine Co., Richmond, Ind. 20th Century Ventilating Arm. For page see List of Advertisers. VENTILATING MACHINERY, New Model encased, self-olling gear; Standard Model Open Gear. Lord & Burnbam, 1138 Broadway, N Y. WTLD SMTLAX E. A. Beaven, Evergreen, Ala. Southern Wild Smilax. For page see List of Advertisers. IVIRED TOOTHPICKS W. J. Cowee, Berlin, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. WTBEWORK Reed 4 Keller, 122 W. 26th St., N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. I>nrand & Marohn, Albany, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Wlrework. Write for our catalocne. Helton & Hnnkel Co., Milwaukee, Wis. WUllam E. Hellscber's Wire Works, 38-«0 Broadway, Detroit, Mleb. Wlrework — Compare our prices with others. Scranton Florist Supply Co.. 301 N. 7th St., Scranton, Pa. WHOLESAI.E XXORISTI Baataa N. F. MeCnrtby Boston. For page see * Co., 84 Hawley St., List of Advertisers. H. M. Robinson and 9 Chapman For page see * Co., 15 Province St. PI., Boston. List of Advertisers. Weldi Bros., 226 For page see Devonshire St., Boston. List of Advertisers. Tallby, For page see Wellesley, Mass. List of Advertisers. Bnifalo, N. Y. William F. Kastlng Co., 383-87 EUlicott St., Buffalo, N. r. For page see List of Advertisers. Olileaco Chas. W. McKeller, 51 Wabash Are., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Peter Relnberg, 51 Wabash Ave., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. B. F. Wlnterson Co., 45-49 Wabash Ave., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. J. A. Budloiig, 37-39 Randolph St., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Poeblmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, IIL For page see List of Advertisers. WHOX.ESAIX XXOBISTS— Continued Cromwell. Conn. A. N. Pierson, CromweU, Conn. J^or page see List of Advertisers. Detroit Michigan c^t Flower Exchange, 38 and 40 Broadway, Detroit, Mich For page see List of Advertisers. Minneapolis Rice Bros., 115 N. 6th St., MinneaoolU. Minn. ' ^ For page see List of Advertisers. New York Ford Bros., 48 W. 28th St., New York For page see List of Advertisers. H. K Froment, 67 W. 28th St., New York For page see List of Advertisers: ■* York^' ®"""«"' 34 W. 28th St., New For page see List of Advertisers. B. C. Horan, 55 W. 28tli St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. A. H Langjahr, 65 W. 28th St., New York For page sec List of Advertisers: James MeManns, 42 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers: JoJin I. Raynor, 49"w. 28th St., New Yort For page see List of Advertilera: W. F. Sheridan, 39 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers: *'|0™'j^,Hentz & Nash, 55 and 67 W. Mtk For page see List of Advertisers. For page see List of Advertisers. Millang Bros., 41 W. 28th St., New York. For page sec List of Advertisers. John Young, 51 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. ^"?^'■T^'?^ ^•"■'^ Florists^ Assoclattoi. IKS Livingston St., Brooklyn, NY For page see List of Advertisers.' Frank Millang, 55-57 W. 36th St., N«w York. For page sec List of Advertisers. Philip F. Kcssier, 55 & 57 W. 26th St. New York. For page see List of Advertisers. A. U Young & Co., 54 W. 28th St., N. T For page see List of Advertisers. Growers' Cut Flower Co., 39 W. 28th St New York. '' For page see List of Advertisers. J. K. Allei, 106 W. 2Sth St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Charles Millang, 55 and 57 West 26th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. PUladelphia W. El McKlsslck & Bros., 1619-1621 Ban- stead St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Leo Nlessen Co., 1209 Arch St., Philadel- phia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. The S. S. Pennock-Meehan Co., 160e-U Ludlow St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. In writing to Advertisers kindly mention Horticulture 358 H O R T 1 C U L T U R £ September 4, 1909 New Offers in This Issue. ANNOUNCEMENT. A. J. Pietfi-s. Seed Gro\vi-i-. Ilollister, Cal. For page see List of Advi'itisers. CARNATIONS FIELD GROWN. C. H. Jenkins, Cumberland Centre, Me. For page sec List of Advertisers. CARNATION PLANTS FIELD GROWN. Welch Bros., 226 Devonshire St.. Doston. For page aee List of .Advertisers. DAHLIA SHOW SEPT. 28-OCT. 1. K. Vincent, Jr. & Sens Co.. White Marsh. Md. For page see List of Advertisers. DAHLIAS. Herbert, Atco, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. FIELD GROWN CARNATIONS: CALIFORNIA VIOLETS. W. J. & M. S. Vesey, Fort Wayne, lud. For page see List of Advertisers. GIANT PANSY PLANTS. Chas. Frost, Kenilworth, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. IMPORTANT TO CATALOGUE MEN. Dingee & Couard Co., West Grove, Pa. For page see List of .Advertisers. LILY BULBS, HORSESHOE BRAND. R. M. Ward & Co., 12 W. Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. SABBATIA CHLOROIDES. L. H. Read, Fruitvale, Ala. For page see List of Advertisers. CATALOGUES RECEIVED. Bobbink & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. — Price list of Vines and Climbers in pots. Very useful stock which can be planted at any season. Thomas J. Grey Co., Boston, Mass.— Bulb Catalogue, 1909. Price list of bulbs for fall planting and miscellane- ous horticultural sundries. Hjalniar Hartmann & Co., Copen- hagen, Denmark. — Prospectus of Dan- ish lily of the valley, and Comtesse Knuth carnation for September de- livery. Dingee & Conard Co.. West Grove, Pa. — New Guide to Rose Cultuie and Bulb Growing, Fall, 1909. Colored il- lustrations of hyacinths and Charles Dingee rose adorn the covers. Conard & Jones Co., West Grove, Pa. — New Floral Guide, Autumn, 1909. The usual enticing contents. Cover shows peony Marie Lemoine on front and standard single early tulips on rear. J. M. Thorburn & Co., New York City— Bulb Catalogue for 1909. Com- pares favorably with past publications issuing from this old reliable house. The cover is rich but unobtrusive in color and design. Eastern Nurseries, Jamaica Plain, Mass. Henry S. Dawson, Mgr.— Early Autumn List. This includes a special price list of evergreens for early fall shipment and hardy herbaceous plants of the choicer sorts. Burbank's Experiment Farms, Santa Rosa, Cal. — Descriptive List of the New Burbank Giant Amaryllis; 136 va- rieties are listed with brief descrip- tions. The present stock of each is given and each variety is offered out- right. The illustrations which are given show a very fine type of flower. ROYAL HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. The hall in Vincent Square was Ugain, on August 17, ablaze with color, the tables being filled with a profusion of shrubby phloxes, gladioli, gloxinias, cut sprays of llowering shrubs, clema- tises, canuas, hardy fuchsias, herbace- ous perennials and a good assortment uf orchids, including many fine cat- tleyas and hybrid laelio-cattleyas from the trading houses, and a capital dis- play of codiaeums (crotons). Orchids. Messrs. Sander & Sons came out strongly with these plants in much va- liety. The more remarkable were the following: CyiJripedium "LUtor, a cross of C. Lawrenceianum and C. Sander- ianum. The Hower has the long, drooping petals of the Selenipediums, and a brown pouch of constricted shape, a dorsal sepal of a greenish color with erect lines on it, of a black- brown tint: the petals twisted and nar- row and furnished with dark colored spots. Cypripedium Olga Bagshaw pos- sesses likewise a dorsal sepal of fine proportions, white, with a purplish tinge about the central area, the petals of a varnished brown color. Dendro- bium Regium has flowers of a pleas- ing, rosy purple tint, and a throat of a shade of yellow; and is very free to flower. Laelio cattleya Digbyanas were many and the more striking were L. c. Digbyana Mossiae, a light purple flower, of a deeper tint in the sepals and petals and a lip gracefully fringed in the Digbyana manner; L. c. Bletch- leyensis, a very fine variety having a labellum of rich purple; L. c. Berthe Fournier, a cross of L. c. elegans and C. Dowiana aurea. The flower pos- sesses rosy purple petals and sepals and a purple lip, the petals and sepals being folded inwards, rather spoiling their effect. L. c. Digbyana gigas was a striking variety with the Digbyana fringfd lip. A splendid spike of Odou- toglossiim crispum Harryanum was re- marked, with much biown spotting on a milk-while ground; also Odontioda Bradshav.iae, with sepals and petals of a pinkish orange, and the tips pale flesh color. L. C. Nysa is a flower with a lip of an intense purple shade, sepals voluted, and petals outspread, wavy at the edges and of a light pur- ple tint. Brasso-cattleya Pluto excel- lens is a strikingly pale brown as re- gards the petals and sepals, the lip fringed as in Brassia, purplish at the base, merging into cerise at the mar- gin. Messrs. Charlesworth & Co. exhibit- ed some fine orchids, notable being Cattleya Venus, the lip of which is of rich purple with lines of orange run- ning down the tube; sepals and petals lemon yellow. Trichopilia Turialon has flowers of canary yellow, with a green tinge on the sepals and petals, the throat colored orange. Angraecum Rothschildianum is a dwarf species with depressed white blossoms, with some green color in the throat. Messrs. Stuart Low & Co. showed a very splendidly bloomed plant of Odon- toglossum Rolfae, the individual flow- ers measuring 3 inches in diameter; Cattleya Piltiana is a variety with creamy white sepals and petals, a lip reticulated with purple, and a bright yellow throat; Cypripedium gigas Corndean variety is a robust growing plant, having a dark brown pouch and sepals, the doisal one being white with a green central area. H. S. Goodson exhibited Laelio-cat- tleya Black Prince, a flower having a fine purple colored lip. and rosy purple sepals and petals (award of merit). He likewise showed Odontoglossum Goodsoni, a cupped flower, white, with, spots of rich brown and eight of the flowers on one spike (flrst-class certifi- cate). Messrs. Moore, Ltd., showed Dendro- bium acuminatum, having a flower stalk one foot high, surmounted with, a number of closely set, rosy-red flow- ers, the central parts being the deeper in color (first-class certificate). This firm were likewise exhibitors of L. c. Jason, the flower of which has a rich purple labellum waved at the edge, the sepals and petals being lemon yellow (award of merit). Two dozen plants of Disa grandiflora, in flower, from Mrs. Bischoffsheim cre- ated quite a sensation among the visi- tors. A very interesting exhibit con- sisting of hardy flowering shrubs and climbing plants was contributed by Messrs. J. Veitch & Sons. This in- cluded several forms of Buddleia varia- bilis; Clematis Countesse de Brouch- ard, rosy puiple: C. Colette Deville, rich purple; C. La France, bright blue; several species of Hydrangeas, includ- ing H. Japonica tricolor; very finely (lowered growths of Eucryphia pinnati- tolia, numerous species of Hypericum; flethra canescens, a plant with white, terminal flower spikes, eight inches in length, showy and striking in appear- ance: .\mygdalus dulcis pupurea with reddish-purple foliage; several distinct looking Spiraeas, Coriaria terminalia bearing semi-transparent yellow ber- ries, etc. This firm were exhibitors also' of a nice lot of small plants of Amphiconie Eniodi in bloom; of a pretty, veiy dwarf and floriferous Be- gonia with closely double, scarlet flow- ers named Washington: of Canna in- dica in fine bloom, the variety King Humbert obtaining an award of merit; and a batch of Primula obconica rubra improved, flnely bloomed, the color be- ing a lively pink. Mr. E. Patten showed a double flow- ered Pelargonium Paul Crampel. It was sure to come. Hardy herbaceous perennials were* most abundantly shown in the cut state by the trade, also phloxes, gladioli. Fuchsia necar- toni in variety, hollyhocks, etc. Messrs. H. B. May made a creditable display with crotons, nicely grown and colored highly. ^^ FREDERICK MOORE. BUSINESS CHANGES. Vancouver, B. C— Swires & Fatkin have purchased the Hazlewood Nur- sery. Jacksonville, Fla.— The newly incor- porated company. Mills, the Florist, met on August 18 and elected C. D. Mills president and C. L. Whipp, sec- retary and treasurer. The general of- fices of the company will be on For- syth street. Chicago. — A sad accident occurred at the J. A. Budlong place on the north side of the city. Aug. 27th, during a severe storm that passed over the city at that time. Three laborers took shelter under a tree which was struck by lightning and all were killed. September 4, 1909 HORTICULTURE 359' List of Advertisers Page Advance, The Co 363 AUenJ. K 333 American Nursery (Eng.) 343 Aschmann Godfrey.. -336 BftxrowsH.U.& Son. 344 Bayersdorfer H .& Co. 350 Beaven E. A 351 Bobbiok ^ Atkins. . . 345 Boddin gt on A. T. 347 Boston Florist Letter Co 349 Boston Plate and Win* dow Glass Co 363 Bre:k Joseph & Sons 347 Breitmeyer's J. Sons. 348 Bnd^eman's Seed Warehouse 347 Budlong J. A 350 Burpee W. A. &Co -347 Carrillo & Baldwin . 344 Chicago Carnation Co 335 Clarke's David, Sons,- 48 Com J. J 35» Cowee W J 353 Craig, Robl., Co 314 Crawbuck Geo.W 352 Danker F. A 3*8 Dillon, J. L, 335 D .ngee & Conard Co. t* i Djanc, Geo. B 62 Dorrance Benj jti Dorner F. Sons & Co.335 Dow Geo. E 347 Dreer H. A 36' Dunlop John H .•348 Durand & Marohn. . . ^53 Djsart, R J 347 Eastern Nurseries 345 Edwards Folding Box Co - 350 KlUottWm &Sons 346 Esler J. G 363 Kmest W. H 362 Kyres 348 Farquhar R.& J.& C0.347 foiey Mfg. Co 363 Ford Bros 3 = 2 Froment H.E (52 Frost Chas 347 lalvln Thos. F 349 German KaliWorks .3^0 'treater N.Y. Florists'" Association 352 Green Chas 335 Grey T.J. Co 347 Grifin Frcdk. H .47 Growers' Cut Flower Co 352 GudeBros. Co. . 348 •uttman Alex. J 352 Hall Assa 363 Hammond Paint and Slug Shot Works. . -361 Hartmann Hjalmar & Co 33^ Hauswirth the Florist 348 Heacockjos. Co ....344 Herrmann Ed 344 dews A. H. &C0....3S3 nilfinger Bros 363 rIlll,TheE.G.Co .335 'lltchings & Co 364 Home Correspondence School 562 Horan E.C- 35a Hunt A. E &Co 335 Hunt Bros 335 HuntE.H 3^' fager. Chas. J. Co... 361 Jenkins, C. H. 344 KastingW. F. Co. ...351 Kessler P. F 352 King Cons. Co 363 Krick W. C 3^3 Kroeschell Bros. Co.. 363 Kuebler Wm . H 352 Lager & Hurrell 344 Langjahr. AlhredH. . .352 Leonard Seed Co 347 Leuthy A. & Co 36 Lord & Burnham Co. 364 Louisville Floral Co.. 353 MacMulkin E 348 McCarthy N. F.&Co. 351 McConnell Alex 348 McKeUar Charles W. 350 Page McKenna P. & Sons. .348 McKlsslck.W. E. & Bros 350 MoManusJas 352 Metropolitan Material <-<) 363 Meyer J. C & Co. -..353 MichellH.F.Co 346 Michigan Cut Flower Exchange 353 Mlllang Bros 352 Millang Charles -.352 Millang Frank 352 Miller E. S 336 Moninger J . C 363 Moore, Hentz & Nash 352 Morse C. C. & Co. . ..347 Murray Samuel 348 New Eng. Nurseries - 345 Newman J, & Sons.. .348 NIessen Leo. Co 350 Oechslin Frank 344 Ordonez Bros 344 Ouwcrkerk P 345 Palethorpe P. R. Co. . 361 Palmer F, J 3^4 Palmer W. J. & Son.. 348 Park Floral Co. 348 Parshelsky Bros 3*3 PeacocKDahliaFarms 33b Pennock-Meeh'm Co. 351 PerldnsSt. Nurseries. 316 Phila Insecticide Co..36r Pierce, F, O. Co. .^62 Pierson, A. N., Inc. .-35 Pierson F.R. Co 344 Pierson U Bar Co 364 Pieters A.J 34 7 Poehlma-n Bros. Co. 350 j Pratt B G. Co 361 Quaker City Mach.Co 363 Rayner 1. M 335 Raynor John 1 352 Reed«: teller 352 Reed L. H 336 Reinberg Pe'er 350 Renter S.J &Son,Inc.3i5 Rice Bros 350 Rickards Bros 147 Robinson H.M.& Co. 3 o Rock Wm.L Flo.Co. 348 Roehrs Julius Co. ■-■344 Roland, Thomas ■■ ■335 Rolker August &SonS362 Rose Hill \urseries^^344 Sander & Son 344 Schlegel & Fottler Co. 3 47 Schmidt J. C 3*4 Schulz Jacob 348 Scott, John 344 Sharp, Part ridge & Co 363 Sheridan W.F 352 Sigeers& Siegers 362 Skidelsky & Irwin. ...336 Smith Elmer D. & C0.335 Smith W.&T. Co ...345 Smyth Wm. J 348 Standard Plate Glass Co 363 Steams A.T. Lumber Co 363 Stumpp & Walter Co. 361 Syracuse Pottery Co .362 Tailby 349 Talmadge Geo. E 360 Thorburn I.M. &Co 347 Thurlow T. C. & Co. 336 Totty Chas. H 335 Valentine, ). A 348 Vesey W.J.& M.S. 336 Vincent R. Jr. & Sons, 335-347 Wants, For Sale. etc.. 359 Ward R. M.&C0....334 Waterer John & Sons • 345 Welch Bros 3 -.6-350 Whittier W. B. & Co. 341 Wild Gilbert H 33s WittboldGeo. Co.. 344 Wilson 348 Winterson.E. F. Co.. 350 Wood Bros 335 Yokohama Nurseries. 344 Young A. L. 353 VoiMig John 3-' YounE & Nugent 348 Zangen O. V Zinn Julius A.. Zvolanek A. C. . During Recess NEW YORK AND NEW JERSEY ASSOCIATION OF PLANT GROWERS. The Associatiou's Second Annual Clam Bake will be held at Duer's Whitestone Pavilion, Whitestone Land- ing L. I., on Thursday, September 9th, 19n9. The members and their friends will meet at the Long Island Depot in Long Island City, and there take the 10.34 train to which the Association's spe- cial cara will be attached. A break- fast will be served at noon time, and the clam bake will be served at 5.30 p. m. The Committee has arranged many kinds of amusements, and ex- pects to make this the pleasantest event of the year. There will be a large number of prizes to be contested for by both gentlemen and ladies. The price of tickets is |3.50 for ladies and ?4.00 for gentlemen, and the same includes transportation charges, breakfast, clam bake, etc. If you de- sire to attend, kindly forward your check to the secretary, Mr. Wm. H. Siebrecht, Jr., 277 Broadway, New York City, and state what kind of tickets you wish, and he will immediately mail you same. An early response will enable the committee to greatly facili- tate matters. The committee consists of A. L. Mil- ler, Heiman Schoelzel and Alfred L. ZtUer. ■347 • 340 ■347 IS YOUR NAME IN THE ABOVE LIST? IF NOT, WHY NOT? HARDWOODED PLANTS. The usual custom of placing all hard- wooded plants outdoors for the sum- mer, placing them under the shade of adjacent trees that are sometimes in- sect infested, and where the plants do not get fresh air in nearly sufBcient amounts, is not always the best that could happen. Growers who practice this look on the summer as a trouble- some period in the life of their Azal- eas, Genistas. Heaths, Boronias, and similar stock that has to be bridged over somehow, and lumping them all together with Oleanders, Orange trees, and other stock equally misused seems the easiest way out of it. Heaths and Boronias treated this way never flower satisfactorily as the wood is soft and immature. They should be plunged outside in the sun with their roots and pots safe from the scorching heat in plunging material kept moist by occa- sionally spraying and keeping the top loose. During the very hottest part of the summer these plants can be kept right this way, though a light shade from the midday sun at such times is an advantage. Azaleas need more shade than Heaths, and as the flower buds are already set in the growth the ripening process need not be so severe. The tree shade may do all right for them provided the position is one in which the air can circulate freely among them. Rhododendrons may be similarly treated.— Journal of Horticul- ture, London. Springfield, III.— Mr. L. F. Swift is remodelling the extensive grounds of his summer home at Lake Forest, 111., and will greatly improve them. He has secured a gardener from England who will assume his duties in the near future. ii!iiiiiiiiiiiimiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiimmij|. I WANTS, FOR SALE, ETC. | S Advertisements in this column one 5 S cent a ■wotd. Initials count as words. S S Cash with order. AU correspondence S = addressed "care HORTICUL- s = TURE" should be sent to H Ham- = S ilton Place, Boston, S ITiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiigiiiiiiiiiiint HELP WANTED HORTICULTURE needs a wide- awake representative in every town in the land. Good commission paid on advei^ising and subscriptions. If you are ambitious, write for terms. WANTED — Experienced grower for coib- mercial place near Boston; must be good- grower of carnations especially. Good sal- ary to the right party. Address, with ref- erences, Carnations, care of HORTICUL- TURE. 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. WANTED — Plautsnr.an with experience In growing choice pot plants. Wages, to. start, .?12.00 per week. Address, with copy of references, experience, etc., "Horticul- turist." Hamilton Place, Boston. SITUATIONS WANTED WANTED — Position as superintendent of a country estate or farm. Long experience in the culture of fruits, flowers, vegetables, and general farm crops; also in the care of trees, shrubs, lawns, avenues, cattle and poultry. Highest references. Address Experience, care of HORTICULTURE. GARDENER wants position. No chil- dren: age 36; first class lawnsman, hedge trimmer, vegetable grower and care of grounds. Everything to make a place beautiful. Can furnish best of references. State wages when writing. W. H. M., 113 W. Florida Ave.. Atlantic City, N. J. SITUATION WANTED as Florist by young man with 10 years' practical ex- perience; thoroughly capable. 25 years- old. Good references. Address Stephen Burton, care Dr. Givens, Stamford, Conn. Situation wanted by Gardener, private or commercial; employed now and for past 12 years with a leading New England nursery At liberty November 1. Address, James Ganley, 5 Wirthrop Ave., Reading, Mass. A young lady who is unable to con- tinue her studies because of financial dif- ficulties, wishes to obtain employment with a florist. Address L. M. D., 1 Raeburn Tenace, Newton Highlands, Mass. FOR SALE FOR SALE— Special 16x18 and 10x24' double thlcfe glass In "A" and "B" qnalt- ties. Buv now and save money. Writ* PARSHELSKY BROTHERS, INC., (t Montrose Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. BOILER FOR SALE: 3 ft. diameter, 11 ft. long. Good Bargain for greenhouse Boiler. For particulars address "Engineer," 11 Humphreys St., Dorchester, Boston, Mass. FOR SALE— At Southampton. L. I., hi acre. S-room hou^e, hot house, 100 ft. long, and barn. All newly painted and in good- condition. Easy terms. Inquire Pacific Paint Co., 27 Sixth Ave., Brookl.vn, N. Y. Buffalo.— J. B. Wiese, the market florist, and daughters, also Wm. Sievers and family have returned from their trip abroad — J. Rowland Cloudsley is making extensive im- provements in his up-to-date flower- shop. 360 HORTICULTURE September 4, 1909 DESTROYING THE CABBAGE WORM. A number of Pennsylvania cabbage growers wrote to Prof. H. A. Surface, the State Zoologist, for instructions in regard to destroying the cabbage worm, which has become quite a seri- ous pest of the cabbage crop. For the benefit of all growers, State Zoologist Surface has given out the following in- formation: "The cabbage worm is most easily destroyed by the use of an arsenical application. Most of our successful cabbage growers use about two pounds of arsenate of lead in 50 gallons cf water, or one pound of paris green in the same amount of water. The arsen- ate of lead sticks better than the paris green, especially on cabbage leaves, and is to be preferred. The liquid bearing the poison should be blown well around the cabbage leaves with a good fine spray nozzle, applying it as a fine mist but not in drops. It Sticks much better when put on in a fine mist than when poured on from a sprinkling can or otherwise applied in drops. "If it be not convenient to apply the poison as a spray it can be mixed with thirty times its bulk of paris green or air-slaked lime, and applied as a dust. The best resultsi from this will come from making the application in the evening, or in the morning while the dew is on. The use of arsenites in the dust or powdered form is recommend- ed, especially on small premises where the owner does not have a spray pump. "There is no need to fear poisoning consumers by applying arsenical poi- sons to cabbage for the cabbage worms. The heads form from the inside and the constant tendency of the growth is to spread or open the poisoned leaves, and thus they are gradually removed. Also a few of the outer leaves are re- moved in preparing cabbage for the table, and thus whatever poison may adhere to it is taken away. "I have never known of a case of a person being poisoned by the spraying or dusting of cabbage, and, indeed, it is estimated that it would take two or three hundred heads to carry enough ])oison to have any serious effect on a person. The extensive growers all over this state resort to poison to keep the chewing pests in check, and especially apply this for the green cabbage worm, the same as tor the potato beetle." WOOD CONCRETE AND XYLOLITH. Under "Questions and Answers" in Die Gartenwelt for August 14, the reader is introduced to materials for the construction of dung bed frames, which have as yet not been greatly employed for this purpose. Wood concrete (Hobzbeton) or Xylo- lith is to be highly recommended for forcing frames and pits built partially under ground. It is of unproved dur- ability, since it is unaffected by mois- ture or acids. Edges and corners liable to be damaged by blows must be protected by having sheet zinc or other metal nailed over the surface. Finished Xylolith can be purchased of the maanufacturers of various sizes of plates. The home manufacture of these plates is not to be recommend- ed, as few persons have the necessary high power presses. With the so- called wood cement now much em- ployed in the construction of roofs in Germany upon which roof gardens ASH From Plot No. I No Fertilizer From Plot No. 2 Nitroffen, Phosphoric Acid and POTASH S Baskets per Tree. Rafe, ID Tons per Acre. Increase, 6*4 Tons of Peaclies per Acre, From Plot No. 3 NitroRen and Phosphoric Acid BasketsperTree. S Baskets per Tree. c Baskets per Tree. Rate, 3^ tons Rafe, lo Tons per Acre. Increase, Rate.6*4 Tonsper Acre. Increase, per Acre. 6*4 Tons of Peaches per Acre. 2*2' Tons of Peaches per Acre. Details of the above actual test and also of many other tests will be sent upon appHcation The Quality and Quantity of Peaches is decidedly improved by the use of Potash, which invigorates the stock and gives higher color, sounder flesh and better flavor. Proof is plenty that Potash Pays. Add enough Sulfate of Potash to your commercial fertilizer to make the Potash run lo to 15 per cent. l]'nU' /or J'aluablc Literature prepared bv Experts GERMAN KALI WORKS, 93 Nassau Street, New York CHICAGO— Monadnock Block ATLANTA-Candler Buildine may be laid down, the matter is differ- ent. This wood cement is a black pitch-like mass which readily melts when heated and is very tough and plastic. The floor is constructed in the following manner: Coal tar Is heated in a boiler, and by means of a sieve 500 gr. sulphur and 50 kilog. cement are added until the mass can be used with a brush. To 50 kilog. tar are added 80-90 kilog. cement. The roof that is to be covered is then thin- ly strewn with sand, and covered with tough paper, upon which is placed the first coat of the wood cement, then follow one, two, three and four layers of paper, and each gets its coat of wood cement. As a finish a layer of coal ashes is sifted over the surface and lastly a layer sev- eral centimetres thick of sifted, broken granite, flint or fine gravel. dorsement of its effect on mealy bug and red spider in the grapery, scale on cattleyas and calanthes and black, green and white flies gereiiilly. NEWS NOTES. Allentown, Pa.— Kroninger Bros have installed a new 150 h. p. boiler. Spokane, Wash. — J. Reshoft has started in the greenhouse business at the foot of Five Mile Prairie. New York, N. Y.— H. J. Hoffmeier, florist at 2297 Broadway, has filed a petition in bankruptcy: Liabilities. $8,018; assets, $583. Wm. Lesser has been appointed receiver. Green Bay, Wis. — Carl Meier has equipped his greenhouses with hot water heating apparatus and is ex- tending his down town salesroom in order to secure more space for dis- play. New Bedford, Mass. — The Bates greenhouses leased by Napoleon Le- may were nearly destroyed by fire on August 26. Mr. Lemay's loss will be about $500. He was asleep in one of the houses and saved only the clothes he was able to throw on in escaping. We hear some splendid reports con- cerning the new insecticide, Aphine, which is being advertised in these col- umns. Eminent gardeners and ento- mologists have already been quoted in strong approval of its efiiciency, and now comes Charles H. Totty with an exhaustive report of the highest en- ALL APHINE CAN DO Is Yet Unknown Latest Discovery : That it is an effective insecticide for the destruction of the Aster Bug and Honey Dew. IT DESTROYS almost instantaneously such pests as Aphids, Thrips, Red Spider, Mealy Bug, Caterpillars, Slugs and Scale. Mr. Charlec! H. Totty 's report of an exhaustive test, concluding with "To sum up, Aphine will do all you claim for it and more ; and so long as you can maintain a uniform product, you have my hearty support in the sale of your insecti. cide," will be published In full In these column! as soon as Increased facilities under way are completed for the manufacture of Aphine, to promptly supply the demand which is exceeding the present capacity of production. One part Aphine to forty parts water. $2.50 per gallon; $1 per quart. Manufactured by George E. Talmadge, inc. MADISON, N.J. September 4, 1909 HORTICULTURE 561 PULLMAN'S INSECT and WORM DESTROYER Kills Worms and Ants In ground. Kills Cut Worms. Kills all kinds of Insects. Acts as Fertilizer to ground. This powder Is put up In packages from 1 to 100 lbs. Full directions and testimonials in each package. PRICE lib 20c I as lbs SI. SO 6 lbs 35c SO lbs 375 10 lbs. 66c I 100 lbs. 5.00 NICOTINE Kills Thrlps, Red Spider, Black Fly, AphJs, Green Fly and other greenhouse pests. This solution Is put up In '/s pt. cans -..at 25c I i pt. c ms-.-at » I 40 5< pt. cans ■••at 50c i cit. cans^.-at 2.75 a pt cans • • .at 90c | % gal cans at 5.00 Bgal. ca s at 40.00 Salesmen Wanted Everywhere —Made By— The Philadelphia Insecticide Co. 324 Queen Lane, Germantown, Phiia., Pa. The Best BugKillerand Bloom Saver For PROOF Write to P.R.PalethorpeCo OWENSBORO, IT. DEAD^ The best of alL^! Dusting or nimi^atiii^ ^ 60 IM- 1.7B fiOO IbB.'. I*,00 2t Butl47 Sl, New Tork. THIS I^^^^^^l ^^^H KILLS ^^HH MILDEW HTmH EVERY '^^E- ^•■^!^H^| TIME FOR PARTICULARS WRITE Benjamin Dorrance ROSE GROWERS Dorranccton, Penna. In ordering goods please add "I saw It In HORTICUTURE. C Established 1875 at Mt. Kisco, N. Y. • « 9 I HAMMOND'S PAINTtNDSLUG SHOT WORKS I Fishkill-on -Hudson, N. Y. FOR FLORISTS' AND GARDENERS' USE 30 YEARS OF PRACTICAL TEST OF THESE IN THE U. S. GRAPE DUST is excellent to check Spot on Chry- santliemums and Black Fly, also all sorts of Mildew on Roses, Vegetables under glass, etc. It is put up 5, 10 and 25 lb. bags, in kegs and barrels. It is ex- tensively used at the present time in the United States. Sold by the Seedsmen of America. 9 9- % New Chicago Sprayer This sprayer is made of aluminum with two brass plates, one fine, one coarse. These are easily removed and quickly cleaned. Spraying face 4% inches wide, nozzle 6^ inches long; % inch pipe connec- tions. These sprayers will never wear out and are said by users to be the finest on the market. Send to us for testimonials from growers using them. Price $2.50 Each ■E. H. Hunt, 76-78 Wabash Ave., Chicago, 111. Which Spray Pump^ ^^^^^B shall yon buy? Buy the Spray Pump that folly meets the demands of the Government Agri ' CQltnral Scientists and all practi- cal Prult Growers. These pumps are widely known aa DERIING SPRAYERS and are made In 23 styles for use In small gardens or Immense orchards., Write for our 190y catalog: with Spraying Chart. Add 4 cents post- age ana receive "Bprayinc for Profit." a useful guide book. CHARLES J. JA6ER CO. SI1-SS6 rrHkUlB at., BoatoB SPRAYED pRA-rx-s SCALECIDE I Will pusitively destroy SAN Ju:>E SCALE and all ' soft b'-wlied sucking iusecls ■without injury to tht- i I tree. Simple, more effective and cheaper than Lime Sulphur. Not an experiment. One pollon | makes lU to SO grnllons sprny by sinn.iy addine; wster. Sund for BooKiet, "Urchaird Insurance." B. G. PRAH CO., 50 CHURCH ST., N€W YORK CITY. In ordering goods please add "I saw it- in HORTICULTURE." 362 HORTICULTURE September 4, 1909 I^OIi HEWS STANDARD POTS 99 POT MAKERS FOR 140 YEARS WORLDS LARGEST MANUFACTURERS! Pearson Street, LONG ISLAND CITY, N. Y. WRITE FOR CATALOGUE AND DISCOUNTS A. H. HEWS & CO., Inc. CAMBRIDGE, MASS. 4S2-460 No. Branch Sto. CHICAGO, ILL. PATENTS GRANTED. 931,030. Sprayer. D. O. Rowman, Rockford, Mich. ^31,037. Heating System. John Collis, Newark, N. J. 931,171. Pipe-Coupling. Thomas E. Williams Punzsutawney. Pa. 931,296. Pipe-Coupling. William H. Gammon, Pittsburg, Pa. 931,387. Fulcrum Attachment for Forks and Spades. Samuel L. Conde, Cleveland, Ohio. 931,511. Cutter-Thimble for Grape and Other Picking. Alva M. Southworth, Cucamonga, Cal., assignor of one-half to George R. Thayer, River- side, Cal. 931,527. Attachment for Lawn-Mow- ers. Oscar S. Tuttle, Ran- dolph, N. Y. Home Study PROF. CRAIC Complete Home Stuiiy Courses in Asriculture, Horticulture, Floriculture, Landscape Gar- dsaing, f^orestry. Poultry Cul- ture and Veterinary Science under Prof. Brooks of the Mass. Agrtcuhural College, Prof. Ciaig of Cornell University, and other eminent teachers. Over one hundred Home Study Courses undrr able professors in leading colleges. 256 page catalog free. Write today. The HOME CORRESPONDENCE SCHOOL Dept. H. Springfield. Mass. STANDARD FLOWER POTS Packed in small crates, easy to handle. Price per crate 1500 9 in.pots in crate $4.88 'SoosJi " " 5.25 1500 sM " " 6.00 xooo 3 " " 5.00 800 3« " " 5.80 5004 " " 4.50 456 4ya ;; ;; s.=4 3205 4.51 •losM " " 3.78 Price per crate 144 6 in, pots in crate $3.t6 1207 *• *' 4.20 608 '■ " 3,00 HAND MADE 48 9 in, pots in crate $3.60 48 10 " " 4.80 24 II •* •• 3.60 24 12 " " 4.80 12 14 " " 4.80 616 " " 4.50 Seed pans, same price as pots. Send for price list of Cylinders for Cut flowers. Hanging Baskets, Lawn Vases, etc. Ten percent, ofi for cash with order. Address ailflngrer Bros., Pottery, Fort E(lwarcl,N.Y. August Rolksr i Soi», AgU- SI Barclay St. N. V. City. Syracuse Red Pots ALL THE STANDARD SIZES It will soon be time to order large pots for fall potting. We have a full line of the best. Syracuse Pottery Co., s^R^^Y^se. |— STANDARD FLOWER — If your greenhouses are within 503 miles of the Capitol, write us, we can save you money. W. H. ERNEST — 28th « M Sts., - Washington, D. C. - GREENHOUSES BUILDING OR CON- TEMPLATED. Conway, Mass. — C. C. Flagg, one house. Freeport, HI. — John Bauscher, one house. Allentown, Pa. — J. H. Sykes, house 20 .X 130. St. Louis, Mo. — John Myflot, range of houses. Jamestown, 0. — Adsit Greenhouses, two houses. E. Defiance, O. — Carl Scharfenberg- er, one house. Wilkes Barre, Pa. — G. Baumann, house 30 X 200. Sterling, III.— Sterling Floral Co., house 24 x 120. Milford, la. — Milford Nurseries, three houses, each 16 x 40. White Marsh, Md. — R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., two houses. Des Moines, la. — J. S. Wilson, two houses, 20xlS5, 24x200. Grand Rapids, Mich. — Bruinslot & Sons, two vegetable houses. Toledo, O. — Krueger Bros., three car- nation houses, each 30 x 25G. Springfield, 0.— G. Schneider, three houses, each 24x150; old houses moved and re-erected. PUBLICATIONS RECEIVED. Missouri State Board of Horticulture. Second Annual Report.— Contains the proceedings of the Summer Institute held at Mountain Grove, June 2, 3 and 4, 1908, and of the Winter Institute held at Columbia, January 5, 6, 7 and 8, 1909, in connection with "Farmers' Weelv." Edited by W. L. Howard, sec- retary. The western fruit grower will find in this volume of 330 pages much valuable information. Many half-tone illustrations are included. The Iris Manual, by C. S. Harrison, Yorlv, Neb., is a pamphlet the 32 pages of which sparlvle with the enthusiasm of this inspired lover of fruits and fiowers who has done more, probably, than any other writer to preach the gospel of Nature's beauty among the people of the bleak northern prairies. The book is concise, practical and worth much more than the price (25c.) to any garden patron. Order from the office of HORTICULTURE. The Year Book of the Department of Agriculture for 1908, the most im- portant document published by the department, has been sent out. As nsual, it cove:s a wide scope and di- versified topics included under the general work of the department, a re- view of the activities of the year as reported by the secretary, a series of papers by scientists and experts in the main branches of the department, up- to-date information concerning the Ex- periment Stations, a review of events and progress, statistics, etc. There are twenty-three popular papers, free- ly illustrated, some of the bird and fruit illustrations being In natural colors. Altogether it makes a volume of 822 pages. INCORPORATED. St. Louis, Mo. — A. Brix Floral Com- pany: Adolph Brix, Auguste Brix, A. Biery; to do a general floral business; capital stock, $15,000. Georgia Pecan Groves Company, Chi- cago; capital, $2,500; general nursery and fruit business; incorporators, Geo. C. Mastin, Charles D. Fuller, Arnott Stubblefield. IRON PIPE Second Hand Suitable for all greenhouse purposes, steam, water, gas or oil, also for fences or posts. All sizes. Prices low. GEO. B. DOANE & SON GO. 18 Midway St., Boston, Mass. Teleph ne. Main 4419 ASTiCA fegn^ouse^lazin^ USE IT NOW. F.O.PIERCE CO. i12W. BROADWAY NEW YORK nasties Is elastic and tenacious, admits of ex- pansion and contraction. Putty becomes hard and brittle. Broken glass more easily removed without breaking: of other glass as occurs with hard putty. Lasts longer than putty. Easy to apply. Send your business direct to WashlugtoD. Saves time and insures bett«r service. Personal attention guaranteed. Twenty-five years' active service. SPECIALTY: "Working on the FaUurc >l Others." SiefiERS & 8IG6EA8 PATENT LAWVHRS Box 9, Natlooal UnioB Bulldtag Waihlnrton, D. C. September 4, 1909 HORTICULTURE S63 KROESCHELL BOILER MADE OF FIBE BOX FLAN6E PLATE Can not Crack Witir Spice Id Front, Sides and Back The Meet Popular Boiler Made SEND FOR CArALOGUE. KROESCHELL BROS. CO. 466Erl«St., CHICAGO, ILL. Brery thing for GreenbOQse BaUdtng Write for Infor- mation and prices. In Widths from i4feet o inches to 54 feet o inches. Withont posts. KINa TRUSS SASH BAR HOUSES. IRON aUTTBRS AND EAVES. IRON AND CYPRESS BENCHES, VENTILATING MACHINERY. KING CONSTRUCTION CO. NORTH TOXA WANDA, N. T. SISN SIRS ti fMt •r loac«B HOT BED SASH PECKY CYPRESS BENCH LUMBER GREENHOUSES EREeTEDMi EQUJPPED COMPLETE IF DESIRE! WrlU for Ciiealmr "D" aad Filoea Ai A. T. STEARNS LDMBIR «l NEPONtET. BOSTON, MASSo THE ADVANCE MACHINE the best on the market." As part proof of this eighty-two machines were booked for prompt shipment the week fol- lowing the S. A. F. Convention at Cincinnati The best of ma- terial, easiest service, and right prices bring the orders. Why not yours? Pipe carriers with steel hooks — the best on the market at 6 to iic all complete. Send in your orders. The Advance Co. RICHMOND, IND. We can supply in any Size or Leng:th and in Car Loads or any Quantity PECKY CYPRESS The Ideal Lumber for Greenhouse Benches iVIOST LASTING -LEAST EXPENSIVE When ordering your other building material it is wise to add enough Pecky Cypress to make the shipment a carlot and so take advantage of lower carload freight rates. WRITE TO US FOR PRICES THE FOLEY MFG. CO., 26th & WESTERN AVES. Chicago STANDARD PLATE GLASS CO. rianufacturers — Importers — Jobbers NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY FRENCH OR AMERICAN GREENHOUSE GLASS LOWEST PRICES ON REQUEST 26-30 Sudbury St. BOSTON, HASS. 61-63 Portland St. GLASS Low prices are helping demand on Green House Glass, take advantage, write us for prices Sharp, Partridge & Co., 22nil & Lumber Sis , CHICAGO, ILL. BOSTON PLATE & WINDOW GLASS CO. GREENHOUSE GLASS """^^ *"" 261 to 287 A Street BOSTON AMERICAN 20 to 22 Canal Street FOR SALE GLASS New American natural glass made 8x10 and 10x12 B, sin- gle, $1.55 per box; 8x10, 10x12 and 10x15, B, double, $1.80 per box; 12x14 to 12x20, 14x16 to 14x20, B, double, $1.92 per box; 10x16 and 16x18, B, double, .?2.UU jier box: 12x24. B, double, $2.IJS per liox: 10x20, 16x22 and 16x24, B, double, $2.13 per box. Discount In large quantities. nine Giood serviceable second-hand with r|"C good threads and a coupling with each length, no lunk — 1 In., 3c.; IVi In., 4%c.; 1% In., 5c.; 2 In., 6%c.; 2Mi In., lO^c; 3 In., at 14c. and 4 hi. at 19c. New 2 In. standard black, 8^c. Old 4 In. greenhouse pipe, 14c. per foot; 4 In. boiler tubes, 7c. per foot. We quote you above only a few of our prices. We manufacture aud Job In every- thing pertaining to greenhouses, both new and second-hand. Get our prices before placing your orders. - - ETROPOLITAN ATERIAL CO. Greenh use Wreckers 392-1402 rietropolilan Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. M! n******— ■— *"<«««*»«*««*M*'^** Holds Glass Firmly See the Point tO- PEERLESS OlAzlnir Points »« the best. No rights or lefts. Box of 1.000 poiDla 75ctfl. po.tpsld. DENBT A. DREEB, 7ii CllP«tDQt St., Phllft., Ps. F»»»»»- Greenhouse and Hot Bed SIZBS OUR SPECIALTY IMMENSE STOCK Plate and 'Windo'w Glass Write for Our Prices PARSHELSKY BROS., Inc. 69 Montrose Ave., BROOKLYN, N. T. j The FLORISTS' HAIL A8S0CIATI0S OF AMERICA, insurer of 29,000,0»e 9^ ft. of ^laSK. For paiticolan acidreK John C Esler.S«c'y,SadcUe River,*), j. Evans 20th Century Arm Will not twist the shafting pipe. Throe times the power of old style elbow arms. Sold only with Evans Challenge Machio*. Write for free Catalogue to QUAKER CITY MACHINE CO. Richmond, Ind. GREENHOUSE CONSTRUCTION LUMBER John C. Moninger Co. 117 E. Blackhawk St., CHICAQO. 364 HORTICULTURE. September 4, 1909 Distinctive GreenHouses To most people a greenhouse is just a green- house— a long. low. glass covered building, unimportant except for what it contains. They all look alike. But ours are made with a beauty of design and a conformity to their surround- ings— it is just this, (next to utility), to which we devote great care. This one we built at Chestnut Hill. Pa.— a simple, well designed, attractive layout, in every way practical. Steel frame construction. Our circular shows numerous others just as at- tractive—send for it. Hitchings & Company Designing & Sales Offices General Offices & Factory 1 1 70 Broadway, N. Y. Elizabeth, N. J. ^^Tk^ iVi>]viia^ lor WE don't mind admitting having been a bit slow in adopting the Curved Eave House, but we had our reasons. There were certain raiher serijus coustiuction defects in other curved eave houses, which we were bound to completely overcome before we sold a single house. Even the houses we sell you now are a great im- provement over the first ones we built. And that's our way of doing business: first we are sure of a thing— and then we go ahead and after that, keep on improving it. LORD AND BURNHAM COMPANY Irvlngton, N.Y. New York — Boston — Philadelphia — Chicago \ / L \ / / 4 Hyllial^ i ^ i From the Inside— Out You know there is not a house built today, no matter what the construction, that has the extreme lightness, beauty and prac- ticalness of our U-Bar Curved Eave. Just look at this side view ! You never saw anything like it in any other house I It is the patented U-Bar Construction that makes such an interior possible. At no points are there heavier roof supporting members thanyousee right in this interior, and all these are galvanized steel, alumi- num finished. If you want a house that you can show to your friends with the satisfaction of know- ing it is the lightest and most attractive, "the best there is." then the U-Bar is the house for you. It might be well to drop us a line at once. sfk PIERSON U-BAR CO#V trj 1MADISONAVE.NEWYORK. WT 11 ^^^ DESIGNERS and BUILDERS of ^^^ U-BAR GREENHOUSES Vol. X SEPTEMBER 11, 1909 A Wia.i. (ii;o\v\ l'YCI.A^[E^^ DEVOTED TO THE FLORIST. PLANTSMAN, LANDSCAPE GARDENER AND KINDRED INTERESTS Published Every Saturday at 11 Hamilton Place. Boston, Mass. Subscription. $l.OO per Year 369 HORTICULTURE September 11, 1909 A Lilium Wardarai, size 7-9. Forced for Easter, 1909. The Horseshoe Brand You are in business to make money — so are we. Perhaps it has not occurred to you that the relation between the importer and consumer is such that it is to the im- porter's interest to help the consumer make more money. Whether the reason be self- ish or not matters little. It does not in any way affect the sincerity of our purpose in rendering efficient service to our cus- tomers by careful and prompt execution of their orders, thereby advancing the value of our goods to our clients and promoting their sale. We do not aspire to sell cheaper than others, but to furnish the best bulbs the various growers can produce. We honestly believe if you would buy some of our best bulbs you would be so impressed with their superior quality, that you would insist upon getting the same brand in future. Horseshoe Brand bulbs are produced by the very best growers in their respective sphere and they will average the highest returns. Ask the man who grows them. It is about time for Japan lily bulbs and if you have not already bought some of our Horseshoe Brand bulbs, it will pay you to try a case or so of our best. They are not cheap but they are good. There is as much difference in some bulbs as between a buzzard and a bird of paradise. DO YOU WANT BUZZARDS ? WRITE FOR PRICES — REPRESENTING — Mr. Seitaro Arai YOKOHAMA, JAPAN RALPH M. WARD & CO. 12 West Broadway, - New York Not How Cheap But How Good lu Writiug Advertisurs Kiudly Jleutiou HOUTICULTUKE. September 11, 1909 HORTICULTURE 867 GERANIUMS tS^"ew Varieties of Special Merit by Express Prepaid, for $4.00. 1000 Not Prepaid, for $25 00. 100 in 20 Standard Varieties, Prepaid for $3 Oo. 1000 not Prepaid for $18.50. Cash With Order. Don't forget we are preparing to furnish you with the very best Qeraniums grown, in 2 in. pots and at the right price. November and December prices ready for mailing. An immense stock ready for immediate shipment. $2.00 per 100 and up. A Cordial Invitation is extended to all interested to attend our Third Annual Dahlia and Geranium Show, September 28 29-30, Oct. 1. Come to Cowenton B. & O. R. R. Trains leave Camden Station Balti- more, 8.10 and 1 1.50 A. M., 2.10 and 5 00 P. M. 24th and Chestnut Sts., Philadelphia, 8.15 A. M. dally during the Show. R. Vincent, Jr, & Sons Co., white marsh, md. EMINENT NOVELTY I909 New Hardy Yellow Border Carnation "Comtess Knuth" Splendid cut flowers from July to November. Strong layers, $20 per 100. Vigorous cuttings, $15 per xoo. Larger quantities, price on applica- tion. LILY OF THE VALLEY PIPS Price on Application. Hjalmar Hartmonn & Co. COPENHAGEN. DENMARK CARNATION PLANTS Fine, Healthy Field Grown Plants Enchantress, Lady Bountiful, White Enchantress, Robt. Craig, Rose Pink Enchantress, Winsor, Mrs. Lawson, White Lawson, 96.00 PER 100; $50.00 PER 1000. Victory, 2n(J size, $5.00 per 100; $45.00 per 1000. White Perfection, Red Chief and Beacon, 3rd size, at $4.00 per 100; $35.00 per 1000. CALIFORNIA VIOLETS Field Clumps, $3.00 per lOU. Cash or C. O. D. W. J. & M. S. VESEY FORT WAYNE, IND. CARNATIONS All the best varieties. Florists Fall Bulbs and Seeds. Top Quality Skidelsky (& Irwin Co., 1215 Betz Bldg.. PHILA.. PA. CARNATIONS F. DORNER & SONS CO. LaFayette, Ind. CARNATIONS strong plants Queen, Lawson, Harry Fenn, Bountiful, Fair Maid, $6 per too. VIOLETS-Field Crown 5000 Princess o( Wales, $S per (00, $45 per 1000 VINCA VARIECATED-Fleld Crown $4 and $S per 100. Cash. CHARLES H. GREEN, - Spencer, Mass. Fine Healthy Field Grown Carnations J. L. DILLON, BLobivisBURG Per loo 1900 Lady Bountiful, white, at $6 40S0 White Perfection, " •' 7 8140 Queen Louise, " " S 200 I he Queen, " " 5 500 Sarab HIM, " " 6 7919 Enchantress, pink " 6 8550 Mrs. Thos. Lawson, " " 6 7l6Mabelle, " " S 1500 Roosevelt, red " S 1360 Harlowarden " " S 1400 Jessica, variegated " 7 5000 Smiiax, sK in. pots '' 1 500 Asparagus Sprengeri, in 3 io. pots Per looo $50 00 40 50 50 40 40 60 18 PA. We are Book iag Orders Now for FIELD GROWN CARNATIONS Write for List and Prices. S. J. REUTER &. SON, inc., Westerly, R.I. Double Arch Carnation Supports 8500 pieces, $10.00 per 1000 Elmer D. Smith & Co., Adrian, Mich. MARY TOLMAN A New Ligfht Pink Carnation for 1910. $12.00 per 100. $100.00 per 1000. A. E. Hunt & Co., Evanston, III. Chicago Carnation Co.,Joliet, 111. Hunt Bros., - - Park Ridge, III. PEONIES Send for our litt. The very cboiceat Commercial Varietie*. FIELD CARNATIONS Pure White Enchantress Afterglow, Winona, Winsor, splendid plants, $6 per 100, $50 per 1000 THE E, G. HILL CO. Richmond, Indiana. BALANCE OF FIELD CARNATIONS Winsor, Beacon, Rose and While Enchan- tress, $8.oo per loo. Enchantress and White Perfection, .$7.00 per 100. LM.RAYNER, Greenport, N. Y. FIELD GROWN GARNATBON PLANTS BUSHV AND HEALTHY 3S0 Mrs. Patten 200 Pink Patten 200 Enchantress $4 SO per 100 The lot for $30.00 Cash Please. G. H. JENKINS, Cumberland Centre, Me. In writing to Advertisers itindiy mention Horticulture 368 HORTICULTURE September 11, 1909 LEESLEY BROS. Ornamental Trees, Shrubs and Hardy Plants Tempting Quality and Tempting Figures on the following Bridal Wreath (Spirea Van Houttei) Siberian Dogwood (Cornus Slblrica) High Bush Cranberry (Viburnum Opulus) Mock Orange or Syringa (Philadelphns) In variety We Have Everything for Beautifying the Landscape. Wholesale Catalogue Free Dpon Ap- plication. Write us for anything yon may want. N. 40th and Peterson Ave., CHICAGO, ILL. Sabbatia chloroides Our Alabama Sabbatias we believe are larger and finer than the New Jersey ones illustrated in Horti- culture ot August 28, page 305. They are somethiDg grand and we are supplying northern growers with them at bargain prices. Habenaria ciliaris This is the golden fringed orchid hardy everywhere. We have a fine stock of it. Stokesia cyanea A favorite everywhere, can furnish plants, or new crop seed. Headquarters for all the above and other native American plants. Pruitdale, Alabama. HOLLAND NURSERIES Best Hardy Rhododendrons, Azalea*, Conifers, Clematis, H. P. Roses, Shrubs, and Herba- ceous Plants. 216 J&ne St., WMhswken Hgt*. P. 0. No. 1. Hoboku, H. J. P. OUWERKERK, Box Trees -0 »> Boxes Onr Prieu are Always Rlfbt — Cataloc Prss THE NEW ENGLAND NURSERIES, lie. PyEONIES 16 Acres for Fall Delivery. WRITE FOR PRICES. GILBERT H. WILD, Saicoiie, Mo, IMPORTANT TO OATALOGUE MEN! By reason of the recent purchase of the catalogue business and entire plant stock of Heller Bros. New Castle, Indiana, and owing to our increased operations at West Grove, Pennsylvania, and Charlotte, North Carolina, we have come into possession of a number of magnificent new Roses and other new plants of sterling merit, which we will offer to our own trade in 1910, and which would make splendid features for any one issuing a catalogue. We will furnish full particu- lars and favorable contract terms on application to any one interested. THE DINGEE &, GONARD CO. West Grove, Peona. THE HOME OF THE ROSE. JOHN WATERER & SON, Ltd. American Nursery Bagshot, England Are Specialists in the REALLY HARDY VARIETIES of Rhododendron Hybrids and in Select Varieties of Hardy Border Plants THE FINEST STOCK OF HEDGE PLANTS ™"^^ DELIVERY Barberry ThunbergI, 12 to 18 inches, Bushy $7.00 per 100, $00.00 per 1000 Caiif ornia Privet, 2 to 3 feet. Bushy $3.00 per 100, $25 00 per 1000 California Privet, 3 to 4 feet, Bushy i3.50 per 100, $30.00 per 1000 I BOXING FREE AT THE ABOVE PRICES | C. R. Burr ®» Co. (The Burr Nurseries) - Manchester, Conn. American Grown Roses Fruit and Ornamental Trees, Shrubs, Small Fruits, Clematis, Evergreens. Wiite for Trade List. W. & T. SMITH CO. Geneva. N. Y. CHOICE EVERGREENS All our Evergreens are well cultivated and are dug with a ball of roots and eaitb. Shade, Ornamental Standard and Weeping Trees We have thousands in all sizes and varie- ties. Slraight stemmed, healthy and vigorous. Herbaceous Plants The largest and most complete collection in this country. Decorative Plants, Palms, Perns. Bay Trees, Boxwood, Etc., In immense variety. Siptcial Prices on large quantities given on iif'pli, fitii^n. Price-List mailed on ref GREENHOUSE f.a- 11. w strH.nuL- m- iM']iairs. Hot Bed Sash ill st.M-k nr any .size n'cinireil. Pecky Cypress Benches m"st last ill'-' and Ifast exp.-nsiv.". The Foley Mfg. Go. Western Ave. and 26th St. CHICAGO, - - ILL. GLASS Greenhouse and Hot Bed SIZES OUR SPECIALTY IMMENSE STOCK Plate and AVindo^v Glass Write for Our Prices PARSHELSKY BROS., Inc. 59 Montrose Ave.. BKOOKLTN, N. T, IRON— PIPE Second Hand Suitable for all greenhouse pur- poses, steam, water, gas or oil, also for fences or posts. All sizes. Prices low. Geo. B. Ooane&SonCo. Holds Glass Firmly See the Point scr/ptwn, ^10 Oj 430 HORTICULTURE September 25, 1909 HEACOCK'S PALMS Order Now, You Will Be Sure to Want Them Later Our stock consists of strong, healthy, well established home grown plants. A visit to our greenhouses will convince you. Tweuty- •five minutes from Philadelphia, fifty trains each way every day. GET YOUR ORDER IN EARLY -IT PAYS KENTIA BELMOREANA 5 in. pot 6 to 7 leaves, Per doz. 18 in. high $6.00 Each G in. pot, 6 to 7 leaves, 22 to 24 In. high 1.00 7 in. pot or tub, . 6 to 7 leaves, 34 to 36 in. high 2.50 tub, 6 to 7 leaves, 42 to 48 in. high very heavy 5.00 tub, 6 to 7 leaves, 48 to 54 in. high very heavy 6.00 Pel 1011 $50.00 Doz. 12.00 ao.oo 9 in. 9 in MADE UP KENTIA FORSTERIANA Each 7 in pot or tub, 4 plants in pot, 36 in. high $2.50 7 in. pot or tub, 4 plants 36 to 3.S in. high 3.(XI 9 in. tub, 4 plants in tub. 42 to 4S in. high 5.00 ARECA LUTESCENS (1 in. pot, 3 plants in pot, 21 to 26 in. 6 ill. pot, 3 plants in pot, 26 to 28 in. 7 in. pot, 3 plants in pot, 30 to 32 in. Each high $0.75 high 1.00 high 2.00 COCOS WEDDELLIANA Per 100 2V4 in. pot, 8 to 10 in. high $10.00 2>i in. pot. 10 to 12 in. high l.i.OO Joseph Heacock Co., wymcote. pa. LiUum Longlflorum m "A.* Ready in October. LOngttlOt^Uin RepuUrstockJapan grown. 7-9 in. bulbs, $5.00 per 100; case of 3:0 bulbs for $13.50. g^ m M Ready in October. 7-9 W#jf3fft©l/ffl in.bulbs, $7.00 per 100; case of 3C0 bulbs for $[8.00. Ready in October- 7-9 in. bulbs, $5.50 per 100; case of 300 bulbs for $14.25. 9-10 in. bulbs, $8.50 per 100; case of aoo bulbs for $15.00. 6-3 in. bulbs, $5.^0 per 100: case of 350 bulbs for $14 CO. MuWflorum Formosum Lilium Candidum ^'H^ c/m up, $6.00 per loo, $50.00 per 1000, Freesra refracta I'Z^^, ^%/Mms% mammoth size, $1.25 per 100, $9.00 per I03C. Freesia Purity It "" '°° 'fc' $18.00 per 1000 Hyacinths, Dutcit T^Zl sorts, $5.00 per 100, $45 00 per 1000. Fine Named sorts, $4.coper 100, $35.00 per 1000. Separate colors, $3.50 per 100, $22.50 per 1000. Miniature, 12-14 c/m, best named sorts, $2.00 per 100, $i8 od per laoo. Tulips, Early Per ICO Per icoo Artus $1.50 Belle Alliance 3.00 Cardinal's Hat.>... i.oo Chrysolora 1,00 Cottage Maid 1.25 Keizerskroon 1 50 La Reine 1.25 Poitebakker While 1.25 Yellow Prince i.oo Tulips, Late Bouton d'Or 1.00 Darwins 1.75 Gesneriana Spathulata 1.25 Narcissus Paper White Grandiflora 1.35 Golden Spur, top roots 2.25 Princeps, top roots 1.25 $11.50 18.50 8.50 7-50 10 00 13.0C 9.50 10.50 e.io 8.00 9.00 10.50 9.00 20.00 10.00 All of the above-named bulbs now ready except where otherwise noted. Complete list of bulbs in our wholesale bulb list, sent free on application. E R. PIERSON CO., TARRYTOWN ON HUDSON, NEW YORK. Prom Pot CHRYSANTHEMUMS niss Clav Frlck. White Shaw. Early Snow, Hrs. Jas. riarshall. The Harriott. $3.00 per 100. Autumn Glory, Ada 5pau]dlng, Dr. Engue- hard. Dorothy Devens, Qeo. Kalb. Glory of the Pacific, Harry Hav, Ivory. Jeanne Nonin, J. E. Lager, J n. Troy, J K Shaw, Haud Dean, Meta, Hlnnle Wanamaker, Hrs, Alice Byron, Hrs. Baer. Hrs. Robert HcArthur, Had F. Bergmann. Robt. Halllday, Timothy Eaton, Wm Duckham. etc., $3.00 per 100, $2000 per 1000. Send for Catalogue of Roses, cwn root and grafted, :md other miscellaneous stock. WOOD BROTHERS FiSHKILL, N.Y. CHARLES H. TOTTIT Wholesale Florist Chrysanthemum Novelties My Specialty Madison, N. J. VIOLETS Governor Herrick, large clumps, $4 00 per 100, $35 00 per ICOO. Lady Campbell, field plants, $3.00 per 100, $25.00 per icoo. Primulas, double Alyssum Asparagus plumosus and Spren^eri, Geraniums, best var., $2.'"o per 100, $5.00 for 500. Pansies from my well known strain, none f)etter and Daisies (bellis), $2.00 per io;o. J. C. SCHMIDT, BRISTOL, PA. PLANTS STAKES September 25, 1909 HORTICULTURE 431 Geraniums, Dahlias, Cannas, Etc. Quality and Quantity combined is our Motto. If you want to know where they are, we have them, at the right price. Send for descriptive List. If you can use large lots let us know ; we are ready to make Special Prices. ^ee Issue of Sept, 11th for Special Offer R. Vincent, Jr, & Sons Co., white marsh, mp. EMINENT NOVELTY 1009 New Hardy Yellow Border Carnation "Comtess Knuth" Splendid cut flowers from July to November. Strong layers, $20 per 100. Vigorous cuttings, $15 per 100. Larger quantities, price on applica- tion. I>ILY OF THE VALLEY PIPS Price on Application. Hjolmar Hartmonn & Co. COPENHAGEN, DENMARK FIELD CROWN CARNATION PLANTS Winsor and Winona, extra fine, $5.00 per 100. H. F. IITTLEFIELD, Worcester. Mass. FIELD GROWN CARNATIONS LARGE, FINE, HEALTHY PLANTS. 5000 Genevieve Lord ) ^Mi\ ma l200Mrs Patten i «4UiUU 300 Winsor \ _g|. IQQn 300 Octoroon ' P*' HIUU George Peters & Sons, Hempstead, N.Y. CARNATIONS All the best varieties. Florists Fall Eulbs and Seeds. Top Quality Skidelsky (S^ Irwin Co., 1215 Betz Bldg., PHILA., PA. CARNATIONS F. DORNER & SONS CO. LaFayette, Ind. CAlvlMATIONS strong plants Queen, Lawson, Harry Fenn, Bountiful, Fair Maid, $6 per 100. VIOLETS-Field Crown SOOO Princess of Wales, $5 per 100, $45 per 1000 VINCA VARIECATEO-Field Crown $4 and $S per 100. Cash. CHARLES H. GREEN, - Spencer, Mass. Fine Healthy Field Grown Carnations J. L. DILLON, BLOOMSBURG, 1 1 POO Lady Bountliul, white, 40SO Whit* Perfection, " 8140 Queen Louise. 200 1 he Queen, SOO Sarah Hill, 7919 Enchantress, pink 8SS0 Mrs. Thos. Lawson, " 716 .Vlabelle. r SOO Roosevelt, red 1360 Harlowarden " 1400 Jessica, variegated 5000 Smllax, z^i in. pots I 500 Asparagus Sprengeri, in Per loo at $6 7 S 5 6 6 6 S Per looo $50 nO 40 50 SO 40 40 60 18 PA. We are Book ing: Orders Now for FIELD GROWN CARNATIONS Write for List and Prices. S. J. REUTER 6l SON, inc., Westerly, R. I. MARY TOLMAN A New Light Pinli Carnation for 1910. $12.00 per 100. $100.00 per 1000. A. E. Hunt & Co., Evanston, Hi. Ciiicago Carnation Co.,Joiiet, Hi. Hunt Bros., - - Parl< Ridge, Hi. PEONIES Send for our Hit- The very choicest Commercial Varieties. FIELD CARNATIONS Pure White Enciiantress Afterglow, Winona, Winsor, splendid plants, $6 per 100, $50 per 1000 THE E. G. HILL CO., Richmond, Indiana. DOUBLE ARCH Carnation Supports 8500 pieces, $10.00 per 1000 Elmer D. Smith & Co., Adrian, Mich. Stock Ghrysanthemuins, Golden Glow $5.00 per 100; $40.00 per 1000. Ready Now I. M. RAYNER, Greenport, N. Y. HERBERTrATGO, N.J. DAHLIAS Every Day In tlie Year PEACOCK'S CELEBRATED NEW DAHLIAS JACK ROSE and other cut flower sorts. SEND FOR CATALOG. Peacock Dahlia Farms Wllllamstown Junction, N-J. CYCLAMEN Best Strain in Cultivation. 4 in. pots. .$25.00 per loo I 6 in pots. .$75 00 per te« 5 in. pots.. 50.00 " I 7 in. pots. .ico.oQ " THOMAS ROLAND, NAHANT, MASS. In writing tm Adyertisers kindly mention Horticulture 4S2 HORTICULTURE September 25, 1909 HARDY RHODODENDRONS ■RTOW is the time to order these Aristocrats of the Garden. We supply Iron Clad Varieties which have proved hardy in New England. These are our specialty and our stock is specially selected and grown for the American trade. These are goods you can sell in unlimited quantity. The public are interested in this class of plants as never before. Send for Wholesale Prices Now ■ JOHN WATERER & SONS, Ltd., Nursery Bagshot, England C^ WQ' LEESLEY BROS. Ornamental Trees, Shrubs and Hardy Plants Tempting Quality and Tempting Figures on the following Bridal Wreath (Splrea Van Houttel) Siberian Dogwood (Cornus Siblrlca) High Bush Cranberry (Viburnum Opulus) Mock Orange or Syringa (Phlladelphus) In variety We Have Everything for Beautifying the Landscape. Wholesale Catalogue Free Upon Ap- plication." Write us for anything you may want. N. 40th and Peterson Ave., CmCAQO, ILL. CHOICE EVERGREENS All our Evergreens are well cultivated and are dug wiih a ball of roots and earth. Shade, Ornamental Standard and Weeping Trees We have thousands in all sizes and varie- ties. Straight stemmed, healthy and vigorous. Herbaceous Plants The largest and most complete collection in this country. Decorative Plants, Palms, Perns, Bay Trees, Boxwood, Etc.. In Immense variety. Sfiectitl Prices on large quantities given on application. Price-List mailed en request. BOBBINK& ATKINS Nurserymen and Florists RUTHERFORD, N.J. THE FINEST STOCK OF HEDGE PLANTS ™"^^ DELIVERY Barberry ThunbergI, 12 to 18 inches, Bushy $7.00 per 100, $60.00 per 1000 Caiifornia Privet, 2 to 3 feet, Bushy $3.00 per 100, $25 00 per 1000 CsUfornla Privet, 3 to 4 feet. Bushy $3.50 per 100, $30.00 per 1000 I BOXING FREE AT THE ABOVE PRICES ] C. R. Burr ®> Co. (The Burr Nurseries) - Manchester. Conn. American Grown Roses Fruit and Ornamental Trees, Shrubs, Small Fruits, Clematis, Evergreens. Write for Trade List. ^N m & Ta SMITH COa Geneva. N. Y. Peonies Guaranteed true to name. In four sizes, strong divisions, three to five eyes, and one, two and three year plants. We also offer a superb line of IRIS, PHLOX and other PERENNIALS. Catalog free. S. C. HARRIS, Tarrytown, N. Y. New Carnations We have two wonderful new seedling Car- nations, Deep Crimson and Bright Pink, which we now offer for the first time. After a thorough trial we unquali- fiedly recommend them as the strongest growing, freest blooming, healthiest and most satisfactory varieties of their color ; large flowers, extra long, stiff stems; fine fragrance; calyx never bursts. As we are Rose growers and not Carnatio^ specialists we will sell th^se varieties in strong field grown plants, clean, healthy and thrifty, while the stock lasts, and it is limited, at $8.00 per 100 ; $75.00 per 1000. Rose Pink Enchantress, strong, healthy field stock, $5.00 per 100. Dingee & Conard Co. West Grove, Pa. PyEONIES 16 Acres for Fall Delivery. WRITE FOR PRICES. GILBERT H. WILD, Sarcoxie, Mo. Peonies, strong divisions, absolutely true to nunc, 3-6 eyes, $6.00 per loo ; $50.00 per 1000, Officinalis, red. L'Esperance, pink. narieLemolne, blush. Urandiflora Rubra, red. numel, pink. VlctorTricolor.salmon, and many other varieties. FestI ■ a Maxima, pu»e white and every one true, $10 00 per 100 Golden Harvest, cream centre. $iG.eo per 100 FIELD-CROWN PHLOX Boule de feu, red. Athls, bright pink. Jeanne d'Arc. white, $3.00 per loo. Deutzia, Pride of Rochester, white. " Rosea, pi pink. XXX heavy plants, 3-4 ft. « $15.00 per 100. American Arbor Vltae, fine, transplanted, 3-3 ft., $20. CO per 100. SUNNYFIELD NURSERY CO . Pou^hkeepsle, N. V. -PEONIES- 1500 lO-yearold plants. Large, strong clumps of WHITE. RED and PINK varieties. Must be sold to make room. Write for prices. ESTATE OF DAVID FI6HER, Montvale, Mass. HOLLAND NURSERIES Best Hardy Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Conifers, Clematis, H. P. Roses, Shrubs, and Herba- ceous Plants. 216 Jan. St., Wceh&wken H«ts. P. OUWERKERK, t. 0. No. 1. Hoboken, Prices Quoted in these to Advertise columns are for Dealers Only, when writing rs please mention HORTICULTURE September 25, 1909 HORTICULTURE, BOTANICAL OAkDEN. lis New Davidias at Arnold Arboretum One of the most beautiful and remarkable trees re- cently introduced is without doubt Davidia iiivolucrata from Western China, a handsome tree reaching in its native habitat a height of sixty to seventy feet and re- sembling in foliage and habit a Linden tree. • Some pro- nounce it the most beautiful aud striking object in the Tegetable kingdom, when during its flowering time it is studded with its large white floral bracts interspersed between the bright green foliage. These bracts are the chief ornamental feature of the tree and attain a length of seven inches. The foliage also is handsome; the bright green leaves are ovate in outline, from three to six inches long, sharply serrate and long pointed and borne on slender stalks. The flowers appear shortly after the young leaves about the middle or end of May at the end of short branchlets ; they consist of a globular head of small individual flowers with long exserted sta- mens bearing red anthers, similar to the flower heads of our Buttonwood and are borne on a short stalk above the two or sometimes three unequally large white bracts oblong-ovate in outline, long pointed and usually more or less serrate at the margin; the largest of the bracts is from four to seven inches long and from two and a half to four and a half inch broad, the second bract is usually only half as long and the third if present still smaller. The larger bract which is the lower one is usually hanging straight down while the smaller and upper one is bending over. The whole flower is borne on a slender nodding stalk about two inches long. The fruit presents no ornamental qualities: it is an ovoid drupe, a little more than one inch in diameter with a somewhat ridged surface, greenish, slightly tinged pur- plish and somewhat bloomy. The tree itself is of broad pyramidal habit and of comparatively rapid growth aver- aging about two feet each year. Our plant at the Ar- boretum has only been injured by the frost while young, but during the last winter it has stood perfectly unin- jured even to the tips of the branches. We may therefore hope that this splendid tree will be hardy even in the neighborhood of Boston, if planted in the right situation, where the wood can be expected to ripen thoroughly be- fore winter sets in. Propagation is effected by cuttings. Eecently three species have been distinguished; the original D. iiivolucrata has the leaves covered with a silky pubescence on the under surface, D. Vilmoritiiaiia has the leaves glabrous and glaucous beneath and in D. laeta the leaves are yellowish green on the under side and have shorter teeth. Our large plant belongs to D. Vilmoriniana and is a cutting of the original plant raised from seed in 1897 by M. L. de Vilmorin; this plant wliicli I saw in 1906 at Les Barres, France, a few weeks after it had flowered for the first time in cultiva- tion, was then about fifteen feet high and a healthy and vigorous looking tree. Of D. laeta we have only small plants raised from seed collected recently by E. H. Wil- son ; they have not yet been tried out of doors. The true D. iiivolucrata which is supposed to be the hardiest of the three species is said to be in cultivation at the Yeitchian nurseries, but not yet represented at the Ar- boretum. There seems to be no difference in regard ^ to the flowers between the three species, but their distinc- O^ tion will be of importance for horticultural purposes, if ' they really should be of different hardiness. Among our native trees Davidia has its nearest rela- tion in the Tupelo tree and belongs therefore to the fam- p- ily of Cornaceae where Cornus florida presents a similar fy case regarding the prominent development of bracts. The Avenue Without having any wish to substitute the essential irregularity of modern landscape for the style of Le Notre, which became the fashion over the whole of Eu- rope in the eighteenth century, when, as Pope satirically wrote in a couplet, so often quoted: "Grove nods at grove, each alley has a brother, And half the platform just reflects the other." When every villa and suburban house had its small s)'mmetrical garden it is not to be wondered at that universal monotony of this kind of design should create a feeling of aversion in the beholder, and at length, that, "Tired of the scenes parterres and fountains yield, We find at last he better likes a field," and it was only natural that the formal style should have given place to one more in consonance with nature. Much of this ancient style in garden laying out remains to the present day as seen at Versailles, Schoubrunn and Ken- sington Gardens, Ashridge, and many other places in the British Isles. In old times the drive to the house was an avenue through the park surrounding the same. Sometimes the double or single line of trees was adopted; with the object of forming a better kind of shelter trees were planted "quincunx" fashion. As the eagerness to adopt this mode of planting could not always wait for the slow growth of trees, where old woods were in existence, these were cut through in straight lines, and in the form of stars and pates d'oie (goose feet). Tired of the uniformity of straight lines, serpentine methods of planting the trees and forming rondeaux at widely separated points in the avenue were next in fashion; and sometimes trees were planted in groups with the roadway at some distance away on either hand. This last is not a bad method in climates with a heavy rainfall as it allows the sun to reach the road, and it is thereby kept fairly dry, and the shade from the nearest row of trees is very grateful to the pedestrian in hot weather, whilst the multiple rows of trees afford shelter from the wind. And a drive thus formed may serve as a screen of some objectionable feature in the landscape. On some large estates in England and Scot- land, where timber is cultivated for use as such, and not for the preservation of game, the planting is so ar- ranged for the production of straight timber — that is, by what is called close cover overhead — that the formation of avenues is a matter of necessity, and it usually con- sists of the same kind of trees as those of which the forest is formed. It may be oak, beech, hornbeam — a favorite wood used for fuel in parts where coal is dear, and peat not obtainable; ash, elm, chestnut (sweet), maple, limes and willow: or it may be that conifers are planted. All or any of these, if at the sides of an ave- nue, by reason of the absence of crowding at the sides become furnished with branches down at the ground level, forming more presentable objects, if less commer- cially valuable than the rest of the trees composing the forest. Sometimes a proprietor of woodland will plant the sides of an avenue with trees of a distinctly orna- mental character; and for this purpose his choice is a wide one. He would do wisely to plant the flne foliaged Quercits palustris, Q. rubra, Q. tinctoria, etc. Other species of trees which might be planted at tire sides of forest or woodland avenues and drives are Acer Colchicum rubrtun, A. dasycarpum, A. planta- noides. and A. rul)rum, trees in all cases of sym- metrical growth and moderate height. The Pavias with handsome spikes of flowers, Aesculus Hippocastaneum, Ailanthus glandulosa. Betula of species, Catalpa speci- osa, Ulmus montana. U. m. vegeta and several more. z::=^)^^<--u.?^^^S»'''<«'^^^^^r- ^?^^eiv*^-^^ ^v^g^^-z^n^ 434 HORTICULTURE September 25, 1909 horticulture: TOL. X SEPTEMBER 25, 1909 WO. 13 PUBLISHED WEEKLY BY HORTICULTURE PUBLISHING CO. 11 Hamilton Place, Boston, Mass. Telephone, Oxford J92 WM. J. STEWART, Editor and Manager SUBSCRIPTION PRICE Oae Year, in advance, $1.00; To Foreign Countries, $3,00: To Canada, $1.50 ADVERTISING RATES Per lach, 30 inches to page .......... $«.oo. Discounts on Contracts for consecutive insertions, as follows: One month (4 times) 5 per cent . three months (13 times) 10 per cent.; ■iz months (26 times) 20 per cent ; one year 152 times) 30 per cent. Page and half page spaces, special rates on application. Entered as second.class matter December 8, 1904, at the Post Office at Bostoa, Mass under the Act of Congress of March 1, 1879. CONTENTS Page Page COVER ILLUSTRATION— Herbaceous Perennial Ex- hibit at Boston. NEW DAVIDIAS AT ARNOLD ARBORETUM— Alfred Relider 433 THE AVENUE — Frederick Moore 433 FUCHSIAS— George F. Stewart 435 TRAINED GOOSEBERRY PLANTS— Frederick Moore, 435 NEWS OF THE CLUBS AND SOCIETIES: Newport Horticultural Society— Gardeners' and Flor- ists' Club of Boston 436 Massachusetts Horticultural Society Autumn Ex- hibition, Illustrated— Pennsylvania Horticultural So- icety — Pittsburgh Florists' and Gardeners' Club- New^ England Dahlia Society 437 Horticultural Society of New York, Illustrated— New Bedford Horticultural Society — New Orleans Horti- cultural Society 438 Greenhouse Vegetable Growers' and Market Garden- ers' Association— National Dahlia Society, C. Har- man Payne— Society of American Florists— Amer- ican Carnation Society 439 Club and Society Notes 440 BY WIRELESS FROM CONNECTICUT— E. J. Taylor, R. G. Hanford, Fillow Cut Flower Company 441 SEED TRADE: A Philadelphia Outing— Notes— Catalogues Received, 442 OF INTEREST TO RETAIL FLORISTS: New Flower Stores— Steamer Departures— The Best Green Thread 444 Flowers bv Telegraph 445 FLOWER MARKET REPORTS: Boston. Chicago, Detroit, Indianapolis 447 Philadelphia, New York 449 Rochester 458 OBITUARY: Aaron W. Morgan— Alex. Bogie— In Memoriam 4o4 DURING RECESS: Retail Florists' Association of New York— Rochester Never Tires— Chicago Prepares for Rochester— As- toria Florists' Bowling Club 456 A QUESTION OF HEATING 458 MISCELLANEOUS: Roses at Auburn, R. 1 441 Publications Received 442 Chicago Notes ■ 445 News Notes 454 Business Changes 454 Philadelphia Notes • 455 St. Louis Notes 456 Visitors in Boston 456 Indianapolis Personals 456 Personal 456 Boston & Maine R. R. Garden Prizes 45j^ Crating Flower Pots 457 Greenhouses Building or Contemplated 458 Xow is till' fcasnii when the \ il- The florists' lage improvement associations, interest in garden clubs and neighbniliood local flower shows horticultural societies get together and old and ynung display for one another's edification the products of garden and flower bed and distribute prizes for best kept premises, chil- dren's home garden.S; potted plants and vases of flowers. Horticulture believes in these affairs and only lack of space prevents our making extended record of their do- ing.s — not for the public, as we do not reach them, but for the purpose of indicating to our florist, nursenanan and seedsman readers a field which they might, with sub- stantial benefit to their business, cultivate much more assiduously than they do. It is not the custom of the trade to give much serious attention to such occasions but a little reflection must quickly make manifest the splendtd immediate advertising value they contain as well as their indirect but still greater advantage to the commercial horticulturist in awakening a popular ap- preciation and interest in the goods he produces and stimulating a rivalry in their possession. We know of no more promising avenue for the local florist or seeds- man, to extend his acquaintance and expand his business and it is most surprising to note how little he seems to realize it. Those of our readers who have been famil- Masters of iaj- with the flower business for a decade their art gr longer can all recall the condition and quality of the roses that were available for market at this season of the year and cannot well avoid making comparisons now, much to the discredit of the former. After an inspection of the stock being re- ceived at the wholesale flower markets the conviction is forced upon one that in a strictly cultural direction the rose grower has made a remarkable advancement unex- celled by any other special department of floriculture. The effect of the specialization of the growers' occupa- tion in the large establishments has been to produce a limited class of very highly developed experts who have turned to good account their opportunities and have so familiarized themselves with the most minute details of their work that they have become masters of their art. Even in the tiny buds cut from the young plants there is a pleasing uniformity in color and other conditions and a healthy cleanness that one likes to see and if there are in evidence any lots that are weazened, scrubby and crippled in the manner once so prevalent it will usually be found, on investigation, that they are not the product of the establishments and the particular class of men we have in mind. These men are being sifted out con- stantly from among their fellows as fitted for positions of important responsibility. The finished product of their skill and industry fills us with admiration wlien we see it in the market and yet the name or identity of the workman is rarely in evidence and, unfortunately, his return for his acconii^lishment is in many cases much below what would in many other industries be considered a reasonable compensation. Among these men we find a large proportion who take pride in their work and a thoughtful interest in every detail not alone from a commercial point of view but from higher motives and a distinct purpose to turn out something that will bring credit to the place with which they are connected. Hardly a day passes at this season of the year that inquiry is not made at this office for such men — specialists skilled in their profession who can take charge of establishments of large extent and be entrusted with weighty responsi- bility but the salary mentioned as awaiting "the right man" is, in many instances, so inadoqu.ite that we are almost ashamed to repeat it. Septembev 25, lst09 HORTICULTURE 485 Fuchsias To those iuterested in growing Fuchsias (and consid- ering their great value as a decorative plant, I think more should be than there has been, for a good many years) this is a good time of the year to root cuttings, if specimens of from three to four feet high are desired by the early part of next summer. As a bedding plant for a shady spot under trees they are in the opinion of some, ahead of the begonia. Quite recently at Harvard Botanic Garden, I saw a well arranged fuchsia bed of plants which Mr. Cameron told me had done duty for Class Day decoration at the University, previous to being planted under the trees, where they are, at the time of writing, Sept. 6, covered with flowers, the colors blending well together. Authorities such as Nicholson tell us that there are about fifty species in the genus, and I suppose the garden hybrids can be reckoned by the thousand. As with other plants that have been much hybridized the nomenclature has become sadly mixed, the same variety going under many names. Cuttings taken now will root in about three weeks in a temperature around seventy degrees. The best at this time of year are procured from plants growing outdoors. Select a sucker if possible and cut under a good strong joint ; as I find that the stronger the joint is, one is more liable to get plenty of suckers, wliich furnishes the bot- tom of the plant in a way that, if one trusted to the breaks from the main stem, could not be done so well, especially the first year. A fall cutting, as far as my experience goes does not form a good leader, being al- ways liable to run to flower, and having a sort of stunted appearance, therefore we select the first sucker for a leader if a pyramid or conical shaped plant is desired. I have seen good, well furnished plants, five to six feet high, grown in nine months, but many varieties will not do this and, if exhibition plants are desired, two year olds are none too young as one can cover many defects in shape, the second year, that were almost impossible to overcome the first. In keeping the plants in shape while growing we find a good method is to stop the leader, about every fourth joint. This encourages side breaks, which requires more judgment in stopping, so as to have the side of the plant evenly balanced. One has to allow the weak ones to grow out to get some vigor into them and pinch the strong ones quite hard, trying at the same time to cover the thin parts. I am aware that some varieties break naturally of themselves, but a great many do not, and one has to know them by experience for, as I said above, the names are quite often misleading. Small plants grow rapidly in a compost of equal parts of loam, leaf mold, well decayed cow manure, and sand, but as they increase in size, and vigor, a gradual increase in loam, and less of leafmold, and sand, should be used. Wlien being potted into the pots one intends to flower them in, the loam used should be rough and fibrous, and when well established in these pots the formulas described by A. Pengel, for flowering plants, in your paper of Sept. 4, I can heartily endorse. Sixty during the night, with a rise of ten or fifteen degrees, during the day, is about the right temperature to grow fuchsias in. Old plants may be wintered, in anything above freezing, giving enough water to keep the wood from shriveling. Advice as to varieties to grow, for the reasons assigned above, is hard to give. I do not say that the following are perfectly cornet, but they are known around here by the names as given. Abilene Faber, Alfred Daudet, Arabella improved. Charming, Countess of Aberdeen, Champion of the World, Duke of Edinburgh, Earl of Beaconsfield, Hector, Lucy Finnis, Lesette, Rose of Cas- tile, Puritan. Trailing Queen is very useful for bas- kets, and a good centre for the basket is a variety known here as Black Prince, the two harmonizing well to- gether, both in foliage and flower, and I would recom- mend these two varieties for that purpose to florists and others who have a use for baskets for hanging out doors during the summer. I think an epoch of revival in interest in these beauti- ful plants would not be amiss. We have great tubs of hydrangeas and laurels for scattering around the lawns in summer. A few large tubs of Fuchsias, I think, would relieve the monotony somewhat, and give a little more range of color. Their winter treatment is about the same and I don't think they would entail any more work than either of the above referred to. sjeOT^ L^ JtuFojiXT^ IFesi Medford, Mass. Trained Gooseberry Plants Some gardeners and amateurs owing to lack of space in their gardens are unable to cultivate as many goose- berries as they would like ; but with a little practice in rearing shaped plants or by purchasing the plants already furnished with the leading shoots it is an easy- matter to find situations for a number of columnar, fan trained, vase formed, etc., where space would be too limited for the ordinary bushes, which may produce a crown in a few years of 4 — 5 ft. in diameter. I ob- served some capital specimens under a variety of shapes at the last meeting of the Eoyal Horticultural Society, exactly suited for small gardens. Some of these were furnished with leading branches which were made to radiate from the top of stems about a foot high, and formed, as it were, the ribs of a fan trained tree. Others formed vases with 8 to 10 main shoots fixed to as many- stakes, or to circular wires held in position by insert- ing a few thin stakes; cordons consisting of several leading branches, generally arranged in the erect man- ner in order to keep the fruit from being befouled by- soil during heavy rain fall. These erect cordons and fans make gathering the fruit an easy matter, and its protection by means of close netting from wasps and birds similarly easy. The cupola or umbrella forma are likewise. useful, but they are more difficult of pro- tection, as well as costing more in the purchase of netting. In this connection I allude specially to the fine flavored dessert varieties usually grown in private gar- dens in limited numbers. I may fittingly make men- tion of the names of varieties of this kind noticed in Messrs. J. Veitch & Sons' exhibit, viz., Langley Beauty, Gipsy Queen, Forester, Brown Girl, Bright Venus, Langley Gage, and Lady Hamilton. 436 HORTICULTURE, September 25, 1909 NEWS OF THE CLUBS AND SOCIETIES NEWPORT HORTICULTURAL SO- CIETY. This society held its autumn exhibi- tion September IS, 19 and 20, and al- thougti its many predecessors have been famed for their excellent exhibits this was generally admitted to be far ahead of anything previously held, both in quality and quantity, also in variety. Several new features were added this year which proved to be a great success as they provided an op- portunity for displaying various skill- ful methods of growing and arranging plants and cut flowers, with the result that more of the Newport estates were represented than ever before, making it more satisfactory to the society and the public. The only regret was that a larger hall could not be secured so that the fine exhibits could have more room and be shown to more advan- tage. The following is a digest of the awards: Class 1, group of palms, ferns, foliage and tlowering plants — first. J. J. Aslor; James Boyd, gardener. Class 2, which calls for a smaller group, was not filled; but Class 3, which calls for a table of plants, each one to be fit for a table and has always been a feature of the show, proved to be the hardest table the judges had to decide, there being five exhibits and each one seem- ing to be as good as the other, and it was finally agreed to give the first to the M. L. Fish estate, Charles D. Stark, gardener; second, J. J. Astor; third, Mrs. T. O. Richardson, James Robert- son, gardener. A new class for six specimen plants shown in jardinieres was also keenly contested, and James Boyd won out on the merits of good finish. Jlr. Boyd was also first in the classes for Kentia in 12-inch pot, six vases of cut fiowers, six dracaenas and six indoor-grown peaches. In the class for specimen palm of any size or variety, Mrs. C. Vanderbilt, Andrew Pow, gardener, was first with a very fine Kentia Bel- moreana. Mr. I'ow also came out ahead in the class for six named speci- men geraniums, some of them being over five feet in diameter and well fur- nished with flowers. Mrs. Delancey Kane, gardener John Barron, was sec- ond with six smaller but beautiful plants. The specimen Fern class was won by E. J. Beiwind, gardener Bruce Butter- ton, with a handsome plant of Angiop- teris evicta, which is sometimes con- tused with Marattia elegans. For best six ferns, R. L. Beechman, gardener John B. Urquhart, was first, getting ahead of the old champion, James G. Kyle, who showed himself still hard to beat. Mr. Urquhart is a'so the win- ner of a handsome prize offered by Mrs. Goelet for table of green plants Some excellent exhibits were in this class, but as Mr. Urquhart had his well-grown Farleyense ferns and palms faultlessly arranged he had to win. An- other good prize offered by Mrs. Goelet for a table of Begonias was easily won by Mrs. W. G. Weld, gardener Paul Volquardsen. Dahlias were numerous enough to make competition very keen, and the quality averaged better than in other years. Several exhibits were staged from New Bedford, Brockton, and other places, but mostly all met with defeat when placed against those from Miss Fanny Foster's estate. The W. W. Rawson Co. staged a choice collection of cactus varieties which were very much admired and awarded a Certifi- cate of Merit. It may be worthy of note that the Newport red decorative dahlia Catherine Duer when in compe- tition with several vasesi of 'excellent cactus dahlias was justly awarded the first prize. This was grown by Colin Robertson, gardener for Mrs. Goelet. A vase of the "Boston Yellow" was also in competition with any type of yellow and came out ahead with very fine Mrs. Edward Mawleys against it. "Boston Yellow" is the variety award- ed the W. W. Rawson silver cup at the recent dahlia show in Boston as be- ing the vase which was the freshest at the end of the exhibition and is a seedling of 1908 raised by James Rob- ertson of Newport. The table decorations which came in on the thiid day of the exhibition were pronounced to be the best ever seen here, and that is saying a good deal. There were four classes of these which brought in eleven tables, all handsome- ly equipped; one class of four tables was in competition for a beautiful sil- ver cup offered by Rickards Bros, of New York, and this was won by A. J. Dorward, gardener for Mrs. Emery, with a pretty floral arrangement of Killarney roses. Mr. Dorward was also the winner of the E. J. Berwind prize for decoration to show originality, and he was probably the most successful all-round competitor. The first prize offered by the society for table decora- tion of outdoor flowers other than roses and dahlias, was won by Charles Newton, gardener for Mr. I. T. Burden. Mr. Newton was a winner in many other classes and a cheerful loser in others. The main table decoration called for e.vpensive glass, silver, gold and other material suitable for a table, and grand displays were put up on three tables. The bric-a-brac of one of these — the second — was said to be worth 17.000. The first prize was awarded to C. E. Gunther, the second to James Boyd, the third to Herbert Coles. Tnese prizes of |25, $15, and $10 were provided by Mr. R. L. Beech - man. A group of rare and choice stove and greenhouse plants and orchids was staged by Julius Rcehrs Co., and in charge of J. Muller. The exhibition was free to the pub- lic Sunday, and a large number of peo- ple took advantage of this opportunity to see it. .\mong the many visitors from away were William Keith of New Bedford, Wm. J. St?wart and Robert Laurie of Boston, R. M. Bowen and J. Johnson of Providence, and Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Rickards of New York. The judges were Richard Gardner. Andrew S. Meikle and Alex. Meikle. Joseph A. Greenbacker, of Meriden. Conn., had on exhibition two very fine floral pieces at the Berlin (Conn.) Fair and was awarded first prize, a diploma. GARDENERS' AND FLORISTS' CLUB OF BOSTON. Refreshed and invigorated by their summer's respite the members of this club showed their appreciation of its advantages by appearing, to the num- ber of one hundred and fifty or more, at the opening meeting of the new season, Tuesday evening, 21st inst., at Horticultural Hall and listening to a very interesting talk by their fellow- member and club vice-president, J. W. Duncan, on the incidents of his recent trip across the continent via the Yel- lowstone Park to the Alaska-Yukon- Paciflc Exposition. Mr. Duncan referred briefly to his stop in Chicago, where the substan- tial construction of the boulevards was noted, and Minneapolis where the splendid growth and promise of the parks, with the flower plantations and rose garden were favorably comment- ed upon. From Minneapolis the party going to the Park Superintendents' meeting at Seattle traveled together. They spent some days in the Yellow- stone Park and Mr. Duncan's descrip- tion of the geysers, hot springs and canyons, with the gorgeous display of wild flowers, and the stately forests of evergreens was listened to with close attention. Spokane, Seattle, Ta- coma and Portland were successively visited. The parks and estates of Spo- kane were described and a message delivered to the club from an old mem- ber, William Donald, now engaged in landscape work at Spokane. Seattle's beautiful gardens, salubrious climate, the great show of roses in the parks and the fine planting of the Exposition grounds, the extensive park system, interesting trees and local hospitality of T.acoma, also Mt. Rainier, Portland, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, Pas- adena, Los Angeles, Salt Lake City and Arkansas Hot Springs, all came in for notice and an enthusiastic vote of thanks was accorded the speaker. On the exhibition table were some interesting things. William Sim showed a handsome pink snap-dragon. Mrs. S. V. A. Crosby, a vase of Malope roseum Carter's strain, a very showy fio\\er; seeds sown July 4, now bloom- ing profusely, 2 1-2 feet high. A. Roper showed a new scarlet carnation. No. 1021, which he said was excelled by no variety on his place for vigor and freedom and the flowers certainly looked it. He received an award of merit for it. An award of merit was also conferred on W. G. Postings Of Newport for a glorious crimson dahlia qiiitp similar to Catherine Duer but more glowing. S. J. Goddard sent car- nations Helen Goddard, White Perfec- tion and Pink Delight, and Ed Wink- ler several vases of montbretias and border perennials. It was announced that at the Octo- ber meeting, which will be held one week later than usual on account of the New England Fruit Show occurring on the regular night, J. K. M. L. Far- Quhar will present a stereopticon lec- ture on Bulbous Plants. September 25, 1909 HORTICULTURE 4S7 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICUL- TURAL SOCIETY. The annual September exhibition wa.- held at Horticultural Hall, Boston, on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 17th. ISlh and 19th inst. The gem of the show and. indeed, one of the most ar- tistic and beautiful examples of flower grouping ever seen here, was the dis- play by R. & J. Farquhar & Co., the arrangement being the work of James Farquhar. This exhibit, which is par- tially depicted in the cover illustra- tion of this Issue, was the fifth in the series staged in competition lor the gold medal which it worthily won. U occupied half of one side of the large hall and comprised hardy asters, lilies, montbretias, tritomas, larkspurs, phlox- es, grasses, ferns and other garden ma- terial grouped in resplendent masses of color, with a central grotto and foun- tain (not appearing in the photograph i around which alpine garden plants were disposed. The color effect was superb. The same exhibitor put up a gorgeous arrangement of dahlias in vases showing the decorative possibili- ties of this flower in a manner seldom equalled. A portion of! this group is seen in the accompanying illustration. It was awarded a silver medal. B. Hammond Tracy was on hand with an extensive collection of gladioli of the most modern and improved types,' which received honorable mention. A grand display of hardy garden flowers was made by Bellevue Nurseries and by Old Town Nurseries, also by Walter Hunnewell, the latter being the fifth in the series from June to September and winning the silver medal. The dahlia enthusiasts were out in force with thousands upon thousands of blooms, which were outspread in a riot of color, filling many long tables in both halls. Nothing more finished and handsome in the dahlia line has been "seen here than the display of cactus varieties by J. K. Alexander. This was awarded a bronze medal. H. F. Burt was also the recipient of a bronze medal for his display. First class certificates were given to R. & J. Farquhar ' Tubs ><■<> Boies Our Prices are Alwav* Right — CaUlog Fre« THE NEW ENGLAND NURSERIES, Inc. 442 HORTICULTURE September 25, 1908 Seed Trade A Philadelphia Outing. A pleasant outing for the employes • of Messrs. Burpee and Maule took place on the ISth inst. at Briar Crest, the country home of Wm. Henry Maule. The visitors were hospitably enter- tained and had an interesting time noting the tests of many beautiful plants, flowers and vegetables in the gardens, grounds and greenhouses. As a fitting wind-up to the festivities, and an outlet for young and lightsome feel- ings a game of ball was indulged in. We have been asked to suppress the score, but a stern sense of public duty compels us to announce that same was 13 to 0 in favor of the Maule team. Notes. European advices just received by a local seed house would indicate that the annual offerings of fancy grasses ■will be three weeks later than usual this year on account of the backward season. At a meeting of the board of direc- tors of J. P. Noll & Co., Inc., Newark, N. J., on September 15th, Edward C. Tmngan, for over thirty years with Wra. Hy. Maule, Philadelphia, Pa., was elected president and general manager of the company. Mr. Alfred Emerich, representing Messrs. Vilmorin, Andrieux & Co., Paris, France, will arrive in New York about September 25th, and will make his usual visits to the American seed trade. Any communications for him should be addressed care H. Frank Darrow, P. O. Box 1250, New York. CATALOGUES RECEIVED. Vincent Lebrelon, Trelaze, France. — Wholesale Trade List of Nursery Stock. Weeber & Don, New York.— 1909 Catalogues of Bulbs, Roots and Seeds. Attractive in contents and illustrations. Cover ornaments in blue, Stumpp & Walter Co., New York. — Fall List, 1909. Narcissus Sir Watkin, Golden Spur and Victoria are beauti- fully shown on the cover pages. Schlegel &. Fottler Co., Boston, Mass. — Bulbs and Plants, 1909. As usual, a well-arranged and useful list with at- tractive garden scene on cover. Peter Henderson & Co., Autumn Catalogue, 1909.— Finely illustrated throughout and on the covers are shown tulips in colors, superbly done. Bay State Nurseries, North Abington, Mass. — Price List of Hardy New Eng- land-Grown Plants. An excellent cat- alogue of trees, shrubs, roses and her- baci^ijus perennials. New England Nurseries, Bedford, Mass.— Fall Planting Book, 1909. Fully illustrated. Some of the finest gardens in New England have been designed and planted by this company. The Connon Floral Co., Ltd., Hamil- ton, Ont.— Wholesale Price List, Fall 1909. Bedding and house plants, roses, vines, shrubs and perennials are listed in quantity and good variety, H. E. Fiske Co., Boston, Mass. — Autumn Catalogue of Bulbs and Plants. Creditable in illustrations and text contents. Darwin tulips and Em- peror daffodils adorn tie cover. Wm. Elliott & Sons, New York. — Flowering Bulbs, 64th Edition. Cover in bright colors depicting a garden scene. Also folder of pot grown strawberry and vegetable plants. Eastern Nurseries, Jamaica Plain, Mass.— Wholesale Ti-ade List, 1909- 1910. This is a business publication pure and simple, without adornment but neat, educational and reliable. W. B. Whittier & Co., South Fram- ingham. Mass, — Wholesale Trade List of Framingham Nurseries for Autumn, 1909. Bears the official certificate of the Inspector of the State Board of Agriculture. W. W. Rawson & Co., Boston.— Bulb Hand Book for 1909. Colored portraits of fresias and narcissi form* the cover illustrations. The book throughout is a good addition to the list of attractive fall catalogues. Wagner Park Conservatories, Sid- ney, Ohio. — A. Catalogue of Some Beautiful Flowers — FaU Edition. This pamphlet is just what it pm-ports to be. A quaint conventionalized cover in black and red ink commands atten- tion. A. T. Boddington, New York. — Flor- ists' Bulbs and Seeds for Forcing and Planting. This is a wholesale list bear- ing the assurance that "the seal of quality," which ornaments the title page, can be relied upon. It looks very invitin,g, F, & F. Nurseries Department of the American Nurseiy Co., Springfield, N. J.— Fall Ti-ade List, 1909. A com- pact, well arranged list of hardy orna- mentals and fruit trees. A telegraph code for use in ordering at short no- tice is supplied. R. & J. Farquhar & Co., Boston.— Autumn Catalogue, 1909. This is a book of 75 pages superbly illustrated with half-tones of great beauty. The covers are in sepia tint and a cluster of handsome Darwin tulips forms an appropriate frontispiece. Winterson's Seed Store. Chicago. — Autumn Catalogue of Bulbs, Plants, Shrubs, etc. "Make j'our garden glal" is. the "Trade Mark" maxim on the cover page. We hope the people of Chicago will take this good advice and that Winterson will be called in to assist. Thomas Meehan & Sons, Inc., Ger- manfown. Pa. — 49th Edition, Autumn, 1909. Garden views in sunset tints adorn the covers of this handsome publication. Accompanying it is the first number of the "Garden Bulletin" magazine which the publishers an- nounce is tc be issued monthly from their office. It bears on the title page a fine portrait of the late Thomas Mee- han and among the illustrations is a colored plate of Meehan's Mallow Mar- vels. R. Vincent Jr., & Sons Co, have opened their extensive greenhouses and .grounds at White Marsh, for the annual dahlia show and harvest home festival of the M, E. Church of Chase, Md., on Sept. 28, 29, 30 and Oct. 1. This is the third event of the kind and it is much more than a local event, as guests from long distances take ad- vantage of the Messrs. Vincent's hos- pitality to feast their eyes tipon the bewildering array of geraniums, dah- lias, etc, so generously spread before them. MICHELUS Colossal Mignonette Seeds saved from selected spikes, grown in greenhouse; immense spikes, and extra fine strain. Trade pkt, 40c. ; $3.00 per oz. LIPINUS T,,,,p,, o., BLUE '0 .20 PINK 10 .20 RED 10 .20 SCARLET, WHITE TIPPED.. .10 .20 WHITE 10 .20 YELLOW 10 .30 Write for Our Latest Wholesale Catalogue H. F. MICHELL CO. 1018 Market Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. PUBLICATIONS RECEIVED. McHutehison & Co., wholesale hor- ticultural importers. New York City, are sending out a card, as a wall hanger, giving in full the new official tariff rates on horticultural products which went into effect on August 5, 1909. This includes frait stocks, bulbs, seeds and general horticultural list. This will prove a very handy and con- venient reference guide for anyone in- terested in the importation of dutiable stock. Pamphlet No. 3 prepared by the Spe- cial Park Commission of the City of Chicago, is now ready for distribution, it points out the causes destructive of tree life, preventive remedies and di- rections for removal of dead trees and trimming of unsightly ones. Pamphlet No. 4 will treat on "Trees to Plant and How to Plant Them." Copies may be had, free, by addressing J. H. Prost, City Forester, Chicago. New Spawn 100 lbs. $7.00 Including our Treatise How to Spawn A Bed Successfully. W. ELLIOTT & SONS, NEW YORK ROBERT J. DYSART Public Accountant and Auditor simple methodii of correct nccoantluK especially adapted for floriatg' au. Books Balanced and Adjusted Mercbants Book Bulldlas 28 STATE STREET, - BOSTON T*le»h«Q*. Main M. CABBAGE. Sucossion, Flat Dutch and Savoy, $i.co per looD. $8.50 per ro.ooo. CELERY. White Plume and Golden Self Blanching. $1.00 per 1000. $8,50 per $10,000, PARS1«£Y. 25 cts, per 100, $1.25 per 1000. Cash with Order R. VINCENT, JR., & SONS CO. White IMarsh, Md. September 25, 1909 HORTICULTURE 448 CYCLAMEN NEW CROP FARQUHAR'S GIANT STRAIN Is UNEXCELLED for size and profusion of bloom To obtain large floweriDg plants for Thanksgiving and Christmas igio, seeds should he sown now. Giant Crimson Giant Blood Red Giant Salmon Giant Pink Giant Excelsior, SI? bal'e Giant White Picturalum, d^r^tbi'^ Price per 1000 seeds. $10.00 100 seeds, $1.00 R.&J. FARQUHAR & CO. 6 & 7So. Market St., Boston, Mass. Paper White Narcissus and all other DUTCH BULBS of High Grade. A few LILIUM HARRISII left at $37.00 per 1000 J. M. THORBURN & CO. 33 Barclay Street NEW YORK NOTICE I have purchased all the assets of the A. J. Pieters Seed Company and will fill all contracts for 1909 crop. Deliveries are now being made and I shall have a surplus list ready in October. Please write tre about what you want and let me quote you on 1910 crop. Address all correspondence to A. J PIETERS Seed Grower HOLLISTER, ■ ■ CAL. O I« 13 E> i« ]n:o"W French and Dutch Bulbs FOR FALL SHIPMENT Wholesale Price List mailed to Florists on application. Joseph Breck & Sons Cll|STS WASHINGTON, D. C. GUDE'S The Far-Famed Flowers of TORONTO Delivered on mail or telegraph onler for any occaslou, lu any part uf the Dommi»n. JOHN H. DUNLOP, 06 Yonee St., Toronto. Ont. The Park Floral Co. J. A. VALENTINE, Pres. DENVER, COLORADO WILLIAM L. ROCK FLOWER CO. KANSAS CITY, • MO. will carefully execnte orders for Kansas City and any town in Missouri or Kansas. OF INTEREST TO RETAIL FLORISTS. St. Louis, Mo.— Mrs. C. Schlueter, who has been conducting a store at ltl5 St. Louis avenue, is going out ot business. Boston. — The first invoice of cut boxwood and new green galax leaves has been received by H. M. Robinson & Co. Greenfield, Mass. — P. E. Burtt has moved into new quarters on Davis street, which he has had fitted up with the modern conveniences, including a handsome ice box. NEW FLOWER STORES. Cleveland, O. — Ed. Travei-s, Jacobs Block. Chico, Calif. — Jliss Josie Robbie. Nichols Building. Morristown, N. J. — John Grunewald, St' Siieedwell avenue. ^ STEAMER DEPARTURES H .Oct. (S Allan Line, r:ti-i.siau. I>ost'jn-Ul:tsj;o' American. I'hiladfliiliia. X. Y.-S amiitoii.Oct. 2 Atlantic Transport. Mhmewaska. N. y.-Loiuloii. . .Oct. 2 Cunard. I.iisilauia, .v. Y.-Liverijonl. . .Sept. 29 Sa.\"nia. Ilcistou-Liverpool. . . .Oct. 5 Jlauretaiiia. X. Y. -Liverpool. .Oct. 6 ramiouia. N. Y.-Mcd'u Ports. Oct. 7 French Line. I.a rrovciico. X. Y'. -Havre. . .Sept. 30 La Touraiue. X. Y. -Havre Oct. 7 Ham burg- American. Kluecher. X. Y.-Haiiihuig. ...Sept. 29 Amerika, X. Y'.-Hamtmrg Oct. 2 Leyland Line. Devonian. Boston-Liverpool. .Sept. 29 North German Lloyd. Kp. Williehn. X. Y. -Bremen. .Oft. .". Cr. Kerfurst, X. Y. -Bremen. . .Oct. 7 I'r. Irene. N. Y.Mecln Ports. Oct. White Star. ('edrie. X. Y'. -Liverpool Oct. Laurentie. Montreal-Liverp'1..0et. Canopie. Boston-Med'u Ports. .Oct. 9 Flowers ^Quality BUFFALO, N. Y. W. J. PALMER & SON, 304 Main St. THE BEST GREEN THREAD. John C. iMeyer & Co., the sole mauu- f&cturers of Silkaline. the first and still the best green thread for florists' use, report a larger call for this specialty this year than heretofore. In a large manufacturing plant such as The Meyer Thread Mills an article of liiu- ited demand such as Silkaline counts as a very small item, but notwithstand- ing this fact, Silkaline has been kept up to the exact standard of excellence from the beginning and its qualities of strength, permanent color, number of yards on si)ool, and uniform finish never vary es is frequently the case with the cheaper green threads whicii have been put on the market since Silkaline came into use. If the latter cosis a little more it is the most eco- nomical in the end for tying plants, stringing siuilax, etc., and the increas- ing call for it seems to indicate that florists audj gardeners, for whose use it is specially made, are finding this out. Orders by Wire Receive Prompt and Careful Execution J. Newman & Sons Corporation 24 Tremont Street, BOSTON Theater. Steamer and Funeral Flowers Our Speclatt y Wc can refer to leading florists in all principal cities. Established 1870, ALEX. MeCONNELL 571 FIFTH AVENUE NEW YORK CITY Telegraphic orders forwarded U> any part of the United States, Canada, aod all principal cities of Eurofie. Oiisre transferred or intrusted by the trade to our selection for delivery on steamshipi or elsewhere receive special attention. TeleplioneCalls,487and488MurrayHill Cable Address, ALEXCOWWELL DAVID CLARKE'S SONS Deliver orders from any part of the couBtry t* New York City Or OUT-QOING STEAMERS Write or telegraph 2139-2141 Broadway, New York Telephone 1559-1553 Coluinbus YOUNG & NUGENT 42 West 28 St., NEW YORK "FLOIftRS BY TELEBRAPM" ALBANY, M. T. Plowera or Design Work BILIVERED IN ALBANY AND VJCnilTt ON TELEGRAPHIC ORDER. 11 NORTH PEARL ST., ALBANY, II.T. Flower Deliveries In Brooklyn and other Long Island Points New Y'ork Cltv. Xew Jeisev. etc. At Theatres, Hotels, Steamers or Residences. WILSON Fulton St. and Sreeiie Aie., Brooklyn, N. Y. DANKER, 'V.'r- ORDERS FOR Choice Flowers and Floral Emblems FILLED PROMPTLY TRANSFER Your orders for flower or plant deliv- ery ID Eastern New England to JULIUS A. ZINN 2 Beacon St., Boston BOSTON'S BEST In Quality and Design Otal be Kiied npon when you transfer jroof retail orders to EDWARD MACMULKIN 194 Boylston Street. Boston For Steamers eailin? fnom Montreal and Quebec Order by Mail or Telegraph from MONTREAL Careful attention and prompt f^elivery. LOUISVILLE, KY. JACOB SCHULZ, 660 South Fourth Ave. ■September 25, 1909 HORTICULTURE 145 Long Distance Phone Randolph 275& '^'^^^^^^i^y.^*^!^ 'i^*A'^^fitfvvv^^^<^^^\v>tf=^<'vw^nn^nnnniv\fwnn/u%nfmTuvify%n/vm/vwnnr HOERBER BROS. 51 Wabash Ave. CHICAGO Everything new and in fine shape for business. We hive our own greenhouses built on the latest models and of the best materials, and our stock is the best that money can buy. THEREFORE we are in the best possible position to serve you. Our Specialiy Roses and Carnations if you want good flowers promptly shipped, TELEGRAPH, TELEPHONE or CALL AND BRING IN YOUR ORDERS. We need you and you need us. No depending upon chance consignments here for we grow our own stock and can always tell you just what you can get. No disappointed customers when you bring your orders here. Hoerber Bros., Atlas Block., Wabash Ave., Chicago, 111. LONG DISTANCE PHONE RANDOLPH 2758 CHICAGO NOTES. General Business Topics. John Breede has rented the space formerly occupied by Scheiden & Schons in the Flower Growers' Market. F. C. Mendoza, for seventeen years a retail florist ai 4254. Grand Blvd.. has moved to 3.56 E. 43rd St. Mr. Mendoza thinks his new loca,tion a more favor- able one. Leesley Bros, have commenced work on the 160-acre tract they recently rented near Riverside. They are thoroughly draining it, laying tile every four rods the entire length. They w^ill grow onion sets and other products. The effect of the new tariff laws is being taken into account by the men who grow bulbous stock for Easter and spring trade. The change from an ad valorem to a specific duty requires a little different figuring of cost to make the profits come out right -when the margin is close. The duty is much less on large bulbs than formerly and more on the small and cheaper bulbs -which makes it neces- sary for the florist to brush up his arithmetic a little if he wants to make his bookkeeping come out right. The question of fertilizers is getting more and more of a problem to the growers in Chicago and vicinity. The N. E. FLOWER DELIVERIES Send flower orders for delivery in Boston and all New England points to THOS. F. GALVIN 124 Tremont St., Boston WELLESLEY COLLEGE Dau Hall. WiUnut Hill aad Rockridre Hall Sckool*. TAILBY.Welleeley, Mass. Tel. WeDulcT 4vi ud a. Nifht 44-3. Board of Health no longer allows the shipping of natural fertilizers by the car load and this year tor the first time many have had to depend upon the prepared fertilizers exclusively. The natural manure is specially pre- pared, then shredded and pulverized and delivered in bags and is practically odorless. This is certainly more agree- able to the residents in the vicinity of the various growing districts but, rath- er more expensive to the plant men. One of the events in the wholesale market this week was the opening of the Hoerber Bros.' place of business in the Atlas Block, at 51 Wabash avenue. The main room, 40x60 feet, fronts on Wabash avenue, and is well lighted by seven large windows. A well appointed office occupies one side and white enameled tables fill the space between olfiee and ice box. A new elevator is being put in which will make the north end of the Atlas Block, which is prac- tically a florists' block, as easily ac- cessible as the south end. This firm consists of Win. F'. Hoerber, sales man- ager, and Fred C. Hoerber, who will be in charge of the greenhouses. They are energetic young men and HORTI- CULTURE wishes them success in their new undertaking. Personal. Miss Elsie Wiggins of the E. H. Hunt Co. is having an extended trip West, stopping at Denver, Salt Lake City and other points. E. B. Washburn, son of C. L. Wash- burn and giandson of O. P. Bassett. is to be married on October 27th to Miss Belle Story of Riverside, 111. "Ned" is usually to be found at the ' desk in the office of Bassett & Wash- burn. He graduated from the Univer- sity of Wisconsin and immediately en- tered business with his father and grandfather. Visitors: Mrs. E. L. Sawyer, Cres- ton, Iowa; Chas. Hughes, Hillsdale, 111.; Lena McCoy, Seattle, Wash.; Harry Bock, Burlington, Iowa; E. A. •Beaven, Evergreen. Ala.; Mr. Brink- man, of Brinkman Bros., Michigan City. Mich.u Mrs. Henry Clay Ecken- berger, Portland, Ore.; S. S. Skidelsky, of Skidelsky & Irwin Co., Philadelphia, Pa. 'FLOWERS BY TELEGRAPH. Leading Retail Florists Listed by Towns for Ready Reference. Denver, Colo.— Park Floral Co., 1706 Broadwav. Washington. D. C— Gude Bros., 1214 F St. Chicago — Hauswirth, "The Florist," 232 Michigan Ave. Chicago — William J. Smvth, Michigan Ave. and 31st St. Chicago— George Wittbold Co., 1657-59 Buckingham Place. Louisville, Ky. — Jacob Schulz, 550 South Fourth Ave. Boston— Thos. F. Galvin. 124 Tremont St. Boston— Edward MacMuIkin, 194 Boyl- ston St. Boston — J. Newman & Sons, Inc., 24 Tre- mont St., Boston — Julius A. Zinn, 2 Beacon St. Wellesley, Mass.— Tallby. Detroit. Mich. — J. Breitmeyer's Sons, Miami and Gratiot Aves. Kansas City, Mo. — Samuel Murray, 1071 Broadway. Kansas City, Mo. — Wm. L. Rock Flower Co., 1116 Walnut St. Albany, N. Y.- H. G. Evres, 11 N. Pearl St. Alljany, X. y.— F. A. Danker, 40 Maiden Lane. Xew York — David Clarke's Sons, 2139- 2141 Broadway. New York — Alex. McConnell, 571 5th Ave. New York — Young & Nugent, 42 W. 28th St. Brooklyn, N. Y.— Robert G. Wilson, Ful- ton St. and Greene Ave. Buffalo. N. Y.— Palmer's, 304 Main St. Montreal. Can. — P. McKenna & Son, St. Catherine and Gav Sts. Toronto, Can.— J. H. Dunlop, 96 Icnge St. THE BEST LETTERS Boston Florist Letter Go. 66 PEAKL ST., BOSTON N. F. McCarthy, Mgr. Order direct or buy from yoar local tupplF dealer. Inaitt on he'vinc the BOSTON Intcnptioni, Emblem*, etc.. Always in Stock U6 HORTICULTURi: September 25, 1909 'Jiiiiiiimiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiuiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiim Best $2.00 per lOO Good stock, $1.00-$2.00 per 100. Any quantity of white; good clean flowers. DAHLIAS Large assortment. Best varieties. $2.0044.00 per 100. BRONZE GALAX $7.50 per case. As good as you can get ttiem this time of the year. LEO NiESSEN GO. 1209 Arch Street, - PHILADELPHIA, PA. nllllllllllllllillllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllilllllllllllllllllllllllllllllR You Want Carnations UP-TO-DATE VARIETIES Well-Crown, Healthy Stock C C « c « « « c « « c « c c < « c c « c The Advertisers of Field Grown Carnations in this Paper are the leaders in their specialty. You can rely them. Send Your Orders to Them Look through pages 431, 450. on CARNATIONS All Colors — Good Quality W.E.McKISSICK&BROS.,^F?."^?lfi' 1619-1621 Ranstead St., Philadelphia 1 / \ f CUT FLOWER BOXES EDWARDS FOI.DING BOX CO MANUFACTURERS PHILADELPHIA. PA. 4 \ - ' / k CHAS. W. McKELUR SI WABASH AVE., CHICAGO Western Headquarters for Choice Orchids Valley, Roses and all Cut Flowers PETER REINBERG WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS 51 Wabash Av., Chicago, 111. Long Distance Phone, Central 6004 WINTERSON'S SEED STORE 45-47-49 Wabaih Ave., Chicago. Seedsmen, Plantsmen, Nurserymen Florists* Supplies We can suppl.v ^-verytliiiiK used by the Florist. SUl'I'LY CATALOG FREE. Cor- respondeiK-e solicitfd. POEHLMANN BROS. GO. 33-33-37 Randolph St., . CHICAGO CUT FLOWERS Qreen houses, - Morton Qrove, III. Rice Brothers lis IN. 6tli Street, niNNEAPOLIS, niNN. WHOLESALE FLORISTS and SUPPLIES CUT FI.OWERS receired twice daily, and cao fill par ordcfi to your satisfactioD, A complete line ol Mtrdr Greens — WILD SMILAX, BOXWOOD, HARX>Y FANCY FHaiNS, GALAX LHIAVES. Write for quotations on large quantities. In ordering goods pieace add "I aaw H In HORTICULTURE." WELCH BROS. AMERICAN BEAUTY, KILLARNBY, RICHHOND, HARVLAND AND ALL THE SUPERIOR ROSES, LILY OF THE VALLEY, CARNATIONS, ORCHIDS 226 Devonshire Street, Boston, NIass. WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKETS— "*■* "■"^^^VS'El^iM o«lv CHICAGO Sept, 20 I TWUr CITIBS I I Sept. 2o I PBILA. Sept. 2o BSDSTQS Sept. 2 2 Am. B««uty, Fancy and Special... 35.00 " Extra ... 2000 " No. 1 12.00 " Lower grades ' 8.00 ■•Mc,'Mftld,Chatenay, F. &S.... 6.0c " " Lower grades 3.00 KtSBFoey, Fan. & Sp 6.00 " Lower grades 3.00 iUcfamoad, Fancy & Special 6.00 " Lower grades 2.00 My Maryland, Kaiserin 4.00 OAJMVAr/O/VS. 15.00 to to mfScmLLANsaus Chrysanthemums Gladioli ' 2. CO Asters ' i.co Violets ' Cxnteyas - 35.00 L««6 Lt^ of the Valley 3.00 Mignonette 2,00 Sweet Peas to Gardenias ' to AdtastiHD 75 to S]d11*x 10.00 to Aspava^us Plumosus, strings (100)50.00 bo " " ft Spren. (too bcbs.J as.oo to 30. »o 25.00 20.00 12.00 8x>c 5.00 8.00 5.00 8.00 5.00 10.00 25.0c 6.00 3.00 50.00 15.00 4.00 5.0c I.co 15.00 75.00 35.00 25.00 15.00 10.00 5-00 4.00 2.00 6.00 3.00 6.00 to 3c. 00 to 25.00 to 15.00 to 10.00 to 6.00 to 4.00 to 8.00 to 6.00 to 8.00 6.0* to to 15. CO to 3.00 to 1. 00 to to io.o« to 10.00 to 2.00 .50 ■30 to to to . .75 to 10.00 35.00 35.00 ao.co 8.00 3-50 50.00 15.00 3.00 1. 00 .40 x.oo 15.CO 50.00 50 00 18. CO 15.00 10. eo 5.00 6. CO 2.00 6.oe 2.00 6.00 2.00 s.o* 20.0c 18.00 15.00 10.00 8.00 4,00 8.00 4.00 8.00 4.00 8.00 12.50 to 18.00 2.00 to 3.00 .50 to to 9.00 60.00 to 75.00 10.00 to 12,50 a. 00 to to to 500 10,00 to I .oc to 12.50 to 25.00 to 25.00 to 20.00 1.50 20.00 50.00 50.00 ^oo 10.00 to 4.00 to 2.0« t9 3.00 to .25 t« 3.00 tm .25 to 4.00 to .25 ' to .50 to 8.00 1. 00 .ao .35 50.00 S.oo 2^>0 -50 -05 30.00 ■75 10.00 95-00 15.00 25.00 15.00 8.00 3.00 6.00 1. 00 6.0* 12.00 4 00 1,00 •50 75.00 13.00 4.00 I.OO .•O *S.— I.OO i2.eo 50.0* •9.C0 Henry M. Robinson J. Margolis Chas. Robinson HENRY m. ROBINSON & CO. WHOLESALE COMMISSION DEALERS IN CUT FLOWERS- FLORISTS' SUPPLIES AND HARDY CUT EVERGREENS 15 PROVINCE ST., 9 CHAPMAN PLACE '-°"^26!7*.26?8''i5iAlR°°" BOSTON, MASS. FLORISTS' SUPPLIES Send for Mew Gataloguo H. Bayersdorfer & Co. 1129 ARCH ST., PHILADELPHIA. To Cut Flower Growers and Retail Florists IF YOU want to find a market for your product want a regular or special supply of the product of the best growers Consult the Advertisements on these Wholesale Flower Pages The Advertisers Represented Here are the Leading Concerns in Wholesale Flower Trade the September 25, 1909 HORTICULTURE 447 Flower Market Reports. "T lie same old story," BOSTON said the man we inter- viewed on the cut flower situation. Looking over the field we cannot contradict him. Business is really dull and backward for this date. As to the material in market it may be stated that asters are still the lion in the path. They are overloading every wholesaler and it is a pity tlat such good stock should meet such a fate. Chrysanthemums increase with every sun rising, Polly Rose and Golden Glow holding the stage at present. Roses are excellent in quality, but en- tirely too common and actually in the way. American Beauty holds its posi- tion at ?2S for the best, but they ought to bring more, for they are elegant. Violets are seen on all sides now — single varieties only — but they are not up to "concert pitch" and have to struggle hard for recognition. There is a good call for lily of the valley and It is not remiss as to quality. Carna- tions are increasing but they have to face the asters, and unless they are of extra quality with good long stems they get litUe encouragement. Lilies are scarce. New York lily handlers might look tc Boston to help them out advantageously on the lily proposition. A decided improvement CHICAGO in the volume of trade , each week is evident and if the supply of flowers were larger no doubt everything would sell. The demand has practically been ahead of the supply all the month. The ex- treme hot weather dm'ing the middle of the month hurried on the stock, but left the quality poor and the sales for a few days diminished accordingly. Quantities of asters are still coming in from the East. A few dahlias are now in but with very short stems. Carna- tions are improving daily and the stems are gradually lengthening out. Gladioli and other outdoor flowers are not so much in evidence as in other years. The shortage of good asters throughout the greater portion of their regular season is attributed to the un- usual rainfall of the spring followed by an unbroken drouth of several weeks. The government report shows at the present time that 1909 has so far been treated to over seven inches of rainfall above the normal. The dahlias have not done at all well under these conditions. Growers who have cultivated this flower successfullj^ for twenty-five or more years are cutting dozens where they usually get hun- dreds. Roses are very good tor the fall season and the various growers are saying all sorts of good things of their favorite varieties. One thing is certain the dull season is past and the busy season is fairly under way in Chicago. The extremely warm DETROIT spell of last week pre- vented a full develop- ment of the counter trade, still the to- tal volume of business was satisfac- tory. ChiTsauthemum Golden Glow is very disappointing as a seller. Carna- tions are much improved in quality. The outlook for violets is splendid; plants are in very good shape with many buds showing already. In about ten days we may expect the beginning of the chrysanthemum harvest. With some snappy weather they should go with a rush. FIELD GROWN _ Carnation Plants ^tiAu*"^ W* offer, subject to prior sale, the following: These are extra strong, healthy plants, the product of the most successful Eastern Growers, stock that has been carefully selected and handled under the best possible methods, thus insuring results that will place the plants in our customers' hands in the very best condition. R. PINK ENCHANTRESS WHITE ENCHANTRESS MRS. LAWSON WHITE LAWSON LADY BOUNTIFUL WHITE PERFECTION MRS. PATTEN WINONA WINSOR SPLENDOR AFTERGLOW First grade $8.00 per hundred. $75.00 per thousaod. ENCHANTRESS . SPECIAL A fine lot of field gfrown guaranteed stock at Sample on application. $55.00 per 1000 GENEVIEVE LORD { ^5.00 per hundred. HARLOWARDEN S *45°° P" thousand. SARAH HILL. $12.00 per hundred. POT GROWN PLANTS BO JNTIFUL, 4 in. Pots, $5.00 per hundred, $45.00 per thousand. S. S. PENNOCK-MEEHAN CO. The "^lV-AVH^ Philadelphia 1608-1620 Ludlow St. Store closes 6 p.m. Washington Store, 1212 N. Y. Ave Business the past INDIANAPOLIS week exceeded by far any previous week in September and everyone is looking for a steady increase from now on. Tliere has been an exceptionally good supply of stock. Beauties and tea roses of all kinds have been plentiful enough to coiupete with the demand. My Maryland is fast becoming a favor- ite with the florists in this vicinity. Carnations are improving daily and are arriving with some degree of regular- ity. Dahlias are in their glory now and afford the buyers good value for their money in the way of display. Lily of the valley is somewhat short in supply with little or no market for it. Asters are about over for this sea- s^on. Gladioli have shortened up con- siderably. There are some chrysanthe- mums, but buyers are not anxious to pay stiff prices. Adiantum and as- paragus are more in demand while sales of smilax are irregular. Cattleyas have been scarce so far. Stock with all the growers is in a most healthy condition, with prospects brighter than ever for a very successful season. WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKETS.- PER 100. "TO DEALERS ONLY. CUNOMNATI Sept. 21 DBTRDrr Sept. 3o aUFPAUO Sept. 2o PITTSBURe Sept. 21 ROSES Ain.Beeut7, Fakn.and Sp. " Extra No.i " Lower grades Bride, 'Maid, Chatenay, F. & S... " " Low. gr Killarney , Fan. & Sp '* Lower grades ■ RlchmoDd, Fancy & Special , *' Lower grades My Maryland, Kaiserin 15.00 8.00 to to 2.00 3.00 6.00 3.00 4 00 95.00 30.00 iz.oo 6 00 6.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 3.00 4.00 6 00 CARNATIONS i.oo lo 15 oe 2.00 [WISOeLLANEOUS Chrysanthemums Gladioli Asters Cattleyas Ltbes. Lily of the Valley Mignonette Sweet Peas Gmrdeni&s Adtaotum Sfldiajt ' 10.00 Asparagus PlumoAM, attizsgs (loo) 40.00 ** " & Spren. (roo bchs.) ' ao.co to. CO 3.00 35 to 35.00 4. CO a. 00 la.oo 4.00 .50 1.00 12.00 50.00 25.00 25.00 20.00 16.00 3.00 4.00 3.00 4.00 2.00 4.00 2.00 6. CO 3.00 1. 00 35.00 15. o« 3.00 .50 .25 ao.oo 1.00 15.00 30.00 30.00 30.00 ao.oo 25.0c 15^ 20.00 I0X50 10.00 3.00 6.00 5-00 4.00 3. CO 6.00 5-O0 4.00 2.00 6.00 4.C0 4.00 2.CO 13. CO 4.00 2. CO I. op 8.00 I5.C0 6.00 1.00 2.50 •50 5C.OO 60.00 30.00 13.00 4.00 3.00 I.OO I.OO ■50 •5« 30.00 30.00 1.50 .50 20 00 50.00 40.«o 50.00 25.00 35.00 ao.oo 15.00 8.00 6.0c 4.00 6,00 4.00 6. CO 4.00 6 00 3.50 25.00 4.00 1.30 70.00 15.00 4.0c 1.50 I.OO 30,00 1.50 15.00 50.00 50.00 20.00 iio 35.«a 12.50 6.00 2. CO 6.00 3.00 6. CO 2.00 3.00 to to to to 35.< 15.00 lO.OO 4.00 6.00 4.00 8.oe 4.00 8.oe 4.0c to 12.50 2.00 to .35 to 40.00 MD 8.00 bo 2 00 Ub 2.00 to .50 to 30.: o to 1.25 to 12.50 to 30.00 to 30.00 to I5.C0 5.00 2.00 50.00 10.00 4.O0 3.C0 I. CO 30 00 1.50 15 00 5000 448 HORTICULTURE September 25, 1909 FORD BROTHERS 48 West 28tli Street NEW YORK fit ROSES, \«i nNillOIS A Full Line of All CUT FLOWERS Telephone, 3870 or 3S71 Madison Square H. E. FROMENT Wholesale Commission Florist, Choice Cut Flowers, 57 West 28th St. :: NEW YORK Telephones: 2200, 2201, Madison Square. Alfred H. Langjahr All choice cut-flowers in season. Send for quotations. Correspondence with shippers of first-class stock invited. 55 West 28th Street, New York Telephones 4626-4627 MadisoD Square Edward C. Horan Wholesale Florist 55 WEST 28th ST. '■«'• ll" M««'8»° Square NCW YOrfc PHILIP F, KESSLER 55 & 57 W. 26th St., New York. CUT FLOWERS WHOLESALE • Open from 5 a. m. to 6 p, m, Sunday till 10 a. m. FINEST LILIES IN THE MARKET. Tel. 5243 and 2921 Madison Square. JOHN YOUNG WHOLESALE FLORIST Finest American Beauties and Carnations 5 1 West 28 St. - NEW YORK FRANK MILLANG Wholesale Florist 55-57 West 26th St., NEW YORK Shipments, any qaantity, Whole- sale Market Rates. Greater New YorK Florists' Association, Inc. Now Open for Gut Flower Consignments 462 Livlngrston Street, BROOKLYN, N. Y. Geo. W.Crawbuck Manager Telephone Connection 3642-43 Main Moore, Hentz & Nash Wholesale Commission Florists 55 and 57 West 26th Street Telephone No. 756 Madison Square New York IVIILLANC BROS. WHOLESALE FLORISTS 41 West Twenty-Eighth Street •Phon.» !!*• nadison Sq. NEW YORK JOHN I. RAYNOR. Wholesale Commission Florist \ SELLING AGENT LARGEST CROW A full line of Choice Cut Flower Stock for all purposes. Comprises every variety grown for New York market, at current prices TEL. 1998 HADisoN SQUARE 49 West 28th St., New York City FOR ■ ERS 2 Walter F. Gheridan WhoiestUe Committion l>euter in CHOICE CUT FLOWERS 39 West 28th Sireit, Mew York Telephone : 3532-3S33 Madison Square HEADQUARTERS FOR NOVELTIES ORCHIDS A SPECIALTY THE HICHKST GRADE OP VALLEY *'^"c WAYS ON HAND GARDENIAS, DAISIES, ROSES AND CARNATIONS JAMES McMANUS,7Js&42 W.28thSt., New York NEW YORK QUOTATIONS PER 100. To Dealers Only ROSES AND CARNATH)NS American Beauty, Fancy and Special Extra No. I * ' * ' Lower Grades Bride, 'flatd, Golden Gate, Fancy and Special. *' ** Lower Grades Klllarney , Fancy and Special * ' Lower Grades Richmond, Fancy and Special ' ' Lower Grades Chatenay riy riaryland CarnatlonA , Fancy and Novelties. ■ " Ordinary Last Half of Week First Half of Wssk ending Sept 18 beginning Sept. 20 lyuy 1909 lO.OO to 25.00 lo.oc to 35.e« 6.00 to 10.00 6.00 to IJ.CO 4.00 to 6.00 3.00 to S.oo .5° to 2.03 so to s.oo a. 00 to 4.00 9.00 10 4.00 ■"5 10 2.00 ■35 to 3,00 3.00 to 5.00 3.00 to 5«« • »5 to 1.00 .35 to 1. 00 3.00 to 5.00 3.00 to 5.00 .»5 to 2.00 .35 to 3.00 .»s to 4.00 .25 to 4.00 .50 to 6.00 .25 to 6.00 1.50 to 2.00 1.50 to a.oo • 25 to 1.00 .25 to 1. 00 Alexander J. Guttman THE WHOLESALE FLORIST OF NEW YORK 34 WEST 28tH STREET PHONES. 10G4--JGf'5 MADISON iOVAHE ENOUGH SAID CENTRALLY LOCATED, THE HUB OF THE FLOWER MARKET SECTION CHARLES MILLANG Wholesale Florist 55 & 57 W. 26 St., NEW YORK Telephone 7062 Madison REED CSi. KELLER 123 Weit 2ath St., New York Florists' Supplies We manufacture all our Hetal Designs, Baskets, Wire Work & Novelties and are dealers in Glasswire Decorative Greens and Florists' Requisites GROWERS' CUT FLOWER CO. T^Zr VIOLETS, CARNATIONS, ROSES ORCHIDS, CHRYSANTHEMUIVIS, LILIES Consignments Solicited. SItipments to Order, an/ Distance 39 West 28th Street. ''^'frcSl^M:^^""-' NEW YORK Durand & Marohn MANUFACTURERS OF All Kinds of Wire Work Florists' Wire Designs a Specialty 24 Beaver St., ALBANY, N.Y. WILLIAM H. KUEBLER Brooklyn's Foremost and Best WHOLESALE COMMISSION HOUSE A First Class Market for all CUT FLOWERS 28 Willouffliby St., Brooklyn, N. Y. Tel. 45E>1 Main September 25, 1909 HOKTICULTURi: 449' WHOLESALE FLORISTS 54 West 28th St. NEW YORK Telephone 3559 Madison Sq. A. L YOUNG & CO. RECEIVERS & SHIP- PERS OF CUT FLOWERS. CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED. MICHIGAN CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE, Inc. WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS Canslgnments Solicited Hardy Fancy Fern Our Specialty 38-40 BROADWAY. DETROIT. MICH. B. S. SLINN, JR. VIOLETS Selling Agent for the Largest and Best Growers in the Hudson River District. 55 and 57 West 26thit^ew York City. THE KERVAN COMPANY Fresh Cut Evergreens, Mosses. Southern Smilax, Galax and Leucothoe. Preserved and Fresh Cut. Cycas and Palmetto. Tel. i^i^«JMad.Sq. 1 1 3 W. 28 St.. Nbw Yofk. COUNT YOUR SPOOLS In the boxes if Meyer Green Silkaline and then count the other parties. For sale by all reliable houses. John C. Meifet & Co, Srirff.... Wired Toothpicks Manufactured by W. J. COWEE, BERLIN, N. Y. tiwoeo....fl.75; 5°>°°° $7.50. Sample fm, Per sale by dealers Flower Market Reports. {Continued front page 7.^7) The improvement PHILADELPHIA noted in our last week's report still continues— with supplies fully equal in most lines — which accounts tor the price equilibiium. The only items that have hardened up are American Beauty roses, lily of the valley, and orchids. All the other staples have so increased in quantity that prices have remained stable. Good judges claim that on an average prices are not nearly as good as they were this time a year ago. We have not compared them; but are in- clined to believe that is correct. A spurt in the demand for American Beauty roses was in evidence last Thursday — the Jewish new year. When the sons of Israel can jimmy-coggle the flower market of the Quaker city during the slack season, it is a sign of the times, and compels us all to lake notice of changing social condi- tions. Dahlias are in very large supply and of splendid quality. There Is a noticeable improvement in these as the days go by and they are now astonish- ing as to equality and variety. The early chrysanthemums have a hard row to hoe against the dahlias. Asters are yet very fine — in spots — but there is an immense influx of medium to poer flowers. On the whole, we think the asters do not size up to last year's record tor quality — probably on account of the dry summer. We have seen no such Cregos this season as we did last WILLIAM F.KASTING GO. WHOLESALE FLORISTS 383-387 Ellicott Street BUFFALO, - N. Y. SOUTHERN WILD SMILAX Now ready In limited quantity. E. A. BEAVEN EVERGREEN, ALABAMA. GROWERS FOR NEW YORK MARKET Are 'nvited to call or write. I cau dispose of your flowers for the coming season at top prices and guarantee prompt returns. Established 1887 Open 6 A. M Dally Tel. 167 Madison Sq. J. K. ALLEN 106 W. 28th St. New York NEW YORK QUOTATIONS PER 100. To Dealers Only MISCELLANEOUS CattJeyafl UHm. Uly of the Valley Chrysanthemums Asters GladJoll Sweet Peas (per loo bunches) Qardenlas Adlantuni SfBltaz Asparagus Plumosus, strings " " & Spieo. {loo bchfi) Lsst Half of Week ending Sept. 18 i!Niy 40.00 to 7500 3.00 to 6.00 1. 00 to 3. CO 12.00 to 15.00 .10 to a. 00 •as to 1. 00 1. 00 10 5. CO 20.00 to .500 -50 to .75 6.00 to 10.00 30.00 to 30.00 10,00 to 25.00 First Half al W«k bee\frER BOXES. Edwards Folding Box Co., Fblladelpbla. For page Bee List of AdvertUerg. WE PAT THE FREIGHT On Cut Flower Boxes if your order reachei us during September. Write for sampla of stock we use and prices. Climax Mann- facturing Co., Castorland, X. Y. Dept. H. Folding cut flower boxes, the best mad*. Write for list. Holton & Hunkel Co., Mll- wankee. Wis. CYCLAMEN Thomas Roland, Nahant, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. DAHUA8 Peacock DaUla Farms, WilUamstown Jnne- tlon, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. E. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., White Marah, Md. For page see List of Advertisers. Herbert, Atco, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Wllmore's Dahlia Mannal will be mallei for twenty-flve cents by HORTICDLTDEB PUBLISHING COMPANY, 11 HamlltM Place, Boston. DECORATIVX: FI.ANTS A. Leuthy & Co., Perkins St., Nurserie*, Rosllndale, Mass. Imported Plants for Fall Delivery. For page gee List of Advertisers. Godfrey Aschmaun, 1012 W. Ontario St., PbUadelphla, Pa. For page see List of Advertlsera. Joseph Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. For page Bee Llat of AdvertlBera. The Geo. Wlttbold Co., 1657 Buckingham Place, Chicago, 111. For page see List of Advertlaera. Bobert Craig Co., Market and 49tb Sta., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. John Scott, Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of AdvertlsarB. H. A. Dreer, Philadelphia. EVEROBEENS New England Nurseries, Bedford, Mast. For page Bee List of Advertisers. " W. B. Whlttler & Co., South Framingham, Mass. BobblDk & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. For page see List of Adverttsen. FEBNS A. Leuthy & Co., Rosllndale, Masa. For page see List of Advertisers. U. H. Barrows & Son, Whitman, Maaa. Nephrolepis Maguilica. For page see List of Advertisers. John Scott, Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Frank Oechsliu, 4911 Quincy Street, Chicago. Ferns for Dishes. For page see List of Advertisers. The Geo. Wlttbold Co., 1657 Bncklngbam Place, Chicago, 111. For page see List of Advertisers. Godfrey Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., i'biladelpbla. For page see List of Advertisers. The F. R^ Pierson Co7, Tarrytown-on- Hudson, N. Y. Nephrolepis Elegantisslma Compacta. Anderson's ferns for In and outdoors. Largest commercial collection in the coun- try. Ask for descriptive catalogue. J. F. Anderson, Fern Specialist. Short Hills. N. J. Whltmani ferns; Runners. S2 per 100; € in., 55 per doz.; 7 in. and 8 in., 75e. and SI each. Cash with order. Edw. G. Davis, Shawmut Ave., New Bedford. Mass. FERTII.IZERS -Gu-man Kali Works, 93 Nassau St., New York, N. Y. Potash. XXORAIi PHOTOGRAPHS rioral Photographs. Foley's. 226-228 1-2 Bowery, New York. XXORISTS' IfTTERs] ~ Boston Florist Letter Co., 66 Pearl St., Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertleerg. W. C. Krlck, 1164-66 Greene Ave., Brook- lyn, N. Y. Immortelle Letters. For page see List of Advertisers. FLORISTS SUPPLIED N. F. McCarthy & Co., S4 Hawley St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. H. M. KoblnBOnT & Co., 15 Province St. and 9 Chapman Place, Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Beed & KelleF, 122 W. 25th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. H. Bayersdorfer & Co., 1129 Arch St., Fhlladelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. Rosens. 48 West 29th St., New York City. For page see List of Advertisers. FI.OWER POTS W. H. Ernest, 28th and M Sts., Washington, D. C. For page see List of AdvertlserB. A. H. Hews & Co., Cambridge, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Hllflnger Bros., Ft. Edward, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. The Peters & Reed Pottery Co., Red Pots, Seed Pans, etc. Zanesville, O. Syracuse Pottery Co., Syracuse, N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. FREESIAS Schlegel & Fottler, 26 & 27 So. Market St., Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. FRUIT TREES Dwarf Fruit Trees, by F. A. Waogh, mailed to your address for 55 cents oj Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. OAXAX Michigan Cut Flower Co., 38 and 40 Broad way, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. Bice Bros.. 115 N. 6tb St., MlnneapoUi, Minn. For page see List of Advertisers. GERANIUMS R. Vlnceat, Jr. & Sons Co., White Marah. Md. For page see List of Advertisers. Geraniums, Nutt, $12.50 per 1000; Ricard, Poitevine, $15. A. M. Herr, Lancaster, Pa. GIA.SS Boston Plate & Window Glass Ce., Boston. For page see Llat of Advertisers. Standard Plate Glass Co., 26-30 SadbDt7 St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co.. Western Ave., betweea 2oth & 26th Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Sharp, Partridge & Co., 22d & Lumber Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Parshelsky Bros., Inc., 59 Montrose Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Metropolitan Material Co., 1.S92-1402 Metro- politan Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. Greenhouse glass, lowest prices. John- ston Glass Co., Hartford City, Ind^ Glass, High Grade, Double Thick Green- house Glass. Lord & Burnbam, 1133 Broad- way. N. Y. GLAZING POINTS H. A. Dreer, Philadelphia, Pa. Peerless Glazing Point. For page see List of Advertisers. GLAZING POINTS — Continued GLAZING POINTS, Lord & Burnham. Special Glazing Nails (Points). Lord * Burnham, 1133 Broadway, N. Y. GREENHOUSE BUILBING MATE- RIAL Lord & Burnham Co., 1133 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Pierson U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. A. T. Stearns Lumber Co., Neponset, Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. King Construction Co., N. Tonawanda, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Hltchlngs & Co., 1170 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. J. C. Monlnger Co., 117 East Blackhawk St., Chicago, 111. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mf". Co., Western Ave., between 25th & 26th Sts.. Chicago. Pecky Cypress for Benches. For page see List of Advertisers. P. Jacobs & Sons. 1S59-63 Flushing Aye., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. GREENHOUSE COKSTRUOITOH GREENHOUSE CONSTRUCTION, Semi- Iron Greenhouse, New Truss Houses and Iron Frame Houses. Lord & Burnham. 1133 Broadway, N. Y. . Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., betweea 25th & 26th Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Hltchlngs & Co., 1170 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. GUTTERS GUTTERS, Cast Iron Gutters, L. ft B. Improved V Shaped Gutter with drip gut- ter attachment. Lord & Burnham, lUl Broadway, N. Y. WATT. INSURANCE Florists' Hail Asso. of America. J. G. Bsler, Saddle River, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. HARDT FERNS, MOSS AND GREENS H. M. Robinson & Co., 15 Province St. and 9 Chapman Place, Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, 88 and 40 Broadway, Detroit, Mleb. For page see List of Advertisers^ The Kei-van Co., 113 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Rice Bros., 115 N. 6th St., Mlnneapolll, Minn. For page see List of Advertisers. HEATING APPARATUS Lord & Burnham Co., 1133 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Pierson U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. 1. For page see List of Advertisers. Kroeschell Bros. Co., 466 Erie St., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. HEBQE PLANTS C. B. Burr & Co., Manchester. Conn. Hedge Plants for Fail Delivery. For page see List of Advertisers. HERBACEOUS PERENNIALS P. Onwerkerk, P. O. No. 1, Hoboken, N. i. For page see List of Advertisers. New England Nurseries, Bedford, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. The Geo. Wlttbold Co., 1657 Bucklnghan Place. Chicago. For page see List of Advertlsera. In writing to Advertisers kindly mention Horticulture _ 452 HORTICULTURE September 25, 190» HOT-BED SASH The A. T. Stearns Lumber Co., Neponset, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Plerson D-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. I. For page see List ot Advertisers. Lord & Burnham Co., 1133 Broadway, N. I. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg^ CoT, Western Ave., betwe«» aith & 26lh Sts., Chicago. For pnge see List of Advertisers. HTDKANGEAS. American Everbloomlng Hydrangea (H. Arborescens Grandlflora alba), heavy tw»- year plants for agents' nse. Peonla Fes- tive Maxima and Queen Victoria, low per 1000. One hundred other choice varletle* of Peonlas at low prices. The E. T. T«M Co., Centervllle, Ind. HTSECTIOXDES. Nlcotlclde kills all greenhouse pests. P. R. Palethorpe Co., Eleventh St., Owensboro, Ky. For page see List of Advertisers. Stnmpp & Walter Co., 50 Barclay St., New York. Kllmdead Tobacco Dnst. For page see List of Advertisers. Pblla. Insecticide Co7, 6117 Main Bt, Germantown, Pa. Pullman's Insect and Worm Destroyer: Nicotine. For page see List of Advertisers. B. G. Pratt Co., 50 Church St., New York. Scaleclde. For page see List of Advertisers. Geo. E. Talmadge, Inc., Madison, N. J. Aphlne. For page see List of Advertisers. 'The Fumigating Kind Tobacco Pow- der" — The first on the market and the kind that has so many imitators, has our guar- antee tag of satisfaction or money back, and "The Moon Trade Mark" on every baf. 18.00 per 100 lbs. The H. A. Stoothoff Co., Mount Vernon, N. Y., makers and sellers. IRIS Iris, all types. Very select list. C. Betscber. Canal Dover, O. JERUSALEM CHERRIES Jei-us.ilem cherries, 4-in., $5.00 per 100. Cash. Frank Sokol, College St.. Worces- ter, Mass. JAPANESE PI^NTS Yokohama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. ' KENTIAB Godfrey Aschmaan, 10J2 W. Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. A. Leuthy & Co., Rosllndale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. .Tos. Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. Home-Grown, Established Plants. For page see List of Advertisers. I.II.Y OF THE VALLEY PIPS BJalmar Hartmann & Co., Langangstraed* 20, Copenhagen, Denmark. For page see List of Advertisers. MANUALS Iris, Peony nnd Phlox Manuals. 25 cts. each in Stamps. C. S. Harrison, York, Nebraska. MASTICA F. 0. Pierce Co., 12 W. Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. MUSHROOM SPA-WN Wm. Elliott & Sons, 42 Vesey St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. NICO-FUME Kentucky Tobacco Product Co., Louisville, Ky. For page see List of Advertisers. NUBSERT STOCK John Waterer & Sons, Ltd., American Nursery, Bagshot, England. For page see List of Advertisers. P. Ouwerkerk, 218 .lane St., Weehawken Heights. N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. New England Nurseries, Inc., Bedford, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. W. B. Whlttler & Co., South Framingham, Mass. W. & T. Smith Co., Geneva, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Bobblnk & Atkins, Rutherford. N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Eastern Nurseries. Jamaica Plain, Mass. Plnus Strobus. For page see List of Advertisers. Leesley Bros.. Chicago. III. Trees, Shrubs, Evergreens, Hardly Plants. For page see List of Advertisers. Mannal of the Trees of North America, by C. S. Sargent, mailed to your address for J6.00, by Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. TREES, SHRUBS, ROSES, EVER- GREENS, PEONIES, HARDY PLANTS. BLLWANGER & BARRY, Rochester, N. Y. ONION SETS Leonard Seed Co., Chicago, 111. For page set List ot Advertisers. ORCHID pxjurr* Lager & Hurrell, Summit, N. J. Fresh Imported and Established Orchids, For page see List of Advertisers. Sander, St. Albans, England. Importers, Exporters, Growers, Hybridists. For page see List of Advertisers. Carrlllo & Baldwin, Secaucus, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Ordonez Bros., Madison, N. J., Box 105. C. Lablata: D. Blglbbnm Arrived. For page see List of Advertisers. Largest stock In the country. Ask for prices. Julius Roehrs, Rutherford, N. J. Orchid Growers' Manual. By B. S. Wil- liams. 300 Illustrations, 800 pages; descrip- tions of upwards of 2500 species and varie- ties of orchidaceous plants, etc. The most complete work on Orchids and orchid cul- ture ever published. Price, $10.00. Orders filled by HORTICULTURE, 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. PAUfT AKD PUTTT PAINT AND PUTTY: Ideal Greenhouse Lead: Special Greenhouse Putty. Lord & Burnham, 1133 Broadway. N. Y. PALMS A. Leuthy & Co., Perkins St Nurseries, Rosllndale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers- Robert Craig Co., Market and 49tb Sts., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. Home-Grown Palms. For page see List of Advertisers. Gee. WIttbold Co., 1657 Buckingham Place, Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers, John Scott, Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. PANST PLANTS. r.EOWN'8 I'ANSIES. Extra select, superb giant, mixed pansy plants, $3.(10 per lOOO; $25.00 per 10.000. Cash with order. Peter Brown, 124 Ruby St., Lancaster. Fa. PANSY SEED A. T. Boddlngton, 342 W. 14th St,, New York. Giant Pansles. For page see List of Advertisers. The best Giant Pansy seed. Send fer leaflet Chas. Frost, Kenllworth. N. J. PATENTS Slggers & Slggers, Wnshlngtoiu D. C. For page see List of Advertisers. PEAT Orchid Peat and Moss always on band. Julius Roehrs Co., Rutherford, N. J. PEONIES Gilbert H. Wild, Sarcoxle, Mo. For page see Llst^f Advertisers. The E. 'GnuiTCo., Richmond, Ind. For page see List of Advertisers. S. G. Harris, Tarrytown, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Cottage Gardens Co., Queens, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Peonies. All varieties true to name; will also furnish full description if desired. American Beauty, $10.00 per hundred; Cll- rissa, $6.00: Dorton's Coros, .'512.00; Fra- grans, $6.00: Festiva Alba, $lo.uO; Ivory, $10.00; Prince of Wales. $8.00; Queen Alex- andra. $8.00; Rosea Pi. Superba, $10.00; Queen Victoria, $10.00: Japanese varieties. Marquis Ito. $16.00: Miles Standish, $12.00; Queen Esther, $20.00. Order today. Wag- ner Park Conservatories. Sidney, Ohio. Peonies, 1200 sorts, big stock. Send for list. Largest collection anywhere. C. Betseher, Canal Dover. O. 6 choice named kinds, distinct colors, $1.00 per doz.; $6.00 per 100. F. A. Bailer, Bloomington, 111. Peonies only, by the wholesale — beat 100 varieties. J. F. Kosenfleld, Westpolnt, Nebr. PHOTOGRAPHS: DESIGNING: IL- LUSTRATING Geo. E. Dow, 178 Washington St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. PIPE AND TSTTtX&U Foley Mfg. Co., between Western Ave. sad 26th St., Chicago, ill. Kroeschell Bros. Co., 466 Erie St., Chlcaf*. For page see List of Advertisers. PIPE AND FITTINGS. Cast Iron and Wrought Pipe, Valves, Elbows, Pipe Hooka, Automatic Air Headers, etc. Lord Sc Bnr»- ham, 1133 Broadway, N. Y. Geo. B. Doane & Son Co., 18 Midway St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers- Metropolitan Material Co., 1302-1402 U«t- ropolltan Ave., Brooklyn, N.Y. PLANT STAKES Seele's TIeless Plant Stakes and Trel- lises. H. D. Seele & Sons, Elkhart, Ind. POT HANGERS Pot hangers, Kramer's, $1 doz. by exp., tl.25 by mall. I. N. Kramer &. Son, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. PRIMULAS F. Oeschlln, 2572 W. Adams St., Chicago, IlL Primroses Obconlca and Chlnensls. For page see List of Advertisers. Ed. Herrmann, North & Milton Avs., Baltimore, Md. Chinese Primulas. For page see List of Advertisers. Primula chlnensls, 9 colors mixed, 2 Inch, 2c.; Obconlca Ronsderfer, Lettmanaa Hybrids, 10 colors mixed, 2 Inch 2c.; Ob- conlca glgantea, mixed, 2 Inch 2%c. J. I* Schiller, 929 Prouty Ave., Toledo, O. RHODODENDRONS John Waterer & Sons, Ltd., American Nui-sery, Bagshot, England. For page see List of Advertisers. P. Ouwerkerk, Hoboken, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. BOSEft Robert Craig Co., Market and 4»th Philadelphia, Pa. For pate see List of Advertlsera. P. Ouwerkerk, P. O. No. 1, Hoboken, N. J. For pege see List of Advertisers. Dlngee & Conard Co., West Grove, Pa- Noveltles In Roses. For page see List of Advertisers. Poeblmann Bros.^o., Morton Grove, lU. For page see List of Advertlseis. For List of Advertisers See Page 455 September 25, 1909 HORTICULTURE 45S ROSES — Continued A. N. PlersoD, Cromwell, C^^nn. WUte KUlarney, My Maryland, BamblOTs. For page see List of AdvertlaiTg. W. 4 T. Smith Co., Geneva, N. Y. AnierlcaD Grown Rosee. For page see Llat of AdTerUaera. Tta* Rose, by H. B. Ellwanger; mailed for $1.30 by Horticulture, 1] Hamlltoo Place, Boston. Hand Book ot Cultural Notes on Reac* Under Glass, by F. P. Brlgham, mailed le Mar address for 25p., by Horticulture Fob- iUhlng Co.. 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. Roses. Climbing, extra large two year old stock on own roots. Crimson Eamblt-r. Phil- adelphia Rambler, I»rairie Queen, $30.00 per hundred. Dorothy Perkins, Pink Rambler, 'Qneen Alexandra, $7.00 per hundred. White Rambler, Yellon- Rambler. Baltimcu-e Belle, Seven Sisters, Debutante, $6.00 per hundred. Mandas Triumph, Jersey Beauty, $.5.00 per ibnndred. Wagner Park Conservatories, Sidney, Ohio. SABBATIA CHLOROIDES L. H. Bead. Fruitvale, Ala. SEED ORO'WERS Hjalmar Hartmann & Co. Cauliflower and Cabbage Seed, igstraede 20, Copenhagen, Denmark, or page see List of Advertiser*. Laonn, Foi ■C. C. Morse & Co., 48-56 Jackson St., San Francisco, Cal. For page see List of Advertisers. A. J. Pieters, Seed Grower, Holllster, Cal. For page see List of Advertisers. SEEDS T. J. Orey Co., 32 So. Market St., Boatob. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Kreck & Sons, n and .'>2 N. Market St., Boston, Maaa. For pege see List of Advertisers. W. Atlee Burpee fc Co., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. Arthur T. Boddlngton, 342 W. 14th St., New York. Giant Pansy Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. Rlckards Bros., 37 B. 19th St., New York. For page see List of Advertlsera. S. ft J. Farqohar & Co., 6-7 So. Market St., Boston. Giant Cyclamen Seed. For page s'ee List of Advertisers. H. F. Mlchell Co., 1018 Market St., Phlla. For page aee List of Advertisers. J. U. Thorburn & Co., 33 Barclay St., N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Leonard Seed Co., Chicago, 111. Beans. Peas, Sweet Com, Onion. For page see List of Advertisers. ■chlegel & Fottler Co.. 26 & 27 So. Market St., Boston. For page gee List of Advertisers. B. F. WInterson Co., Chicago. Baada for Plantsmen, Nurserymen, Seeda- men. For page see List of Advertlsera. A. C. Zvolanek. Poand Brook, N. J. Winter Flowering Sweet Peas. For page see List of Advertlsera. C. C. Morse & Co., 48-56 Jackson St., San Francisco, Cal. For page see List of Advertlsera. O. V. Zangen, Hoboken, N. J. Giant Cyclamen Seed. For page see List of Advertlsera. Holmes Seed Co.. Harrisburg, Pa. Green Prolific Pole Lima Bean: Delicious Early Sweet Com. For page see List of Advertisers. H. E. Fiske Seed Co.. Boston. Cyclamen Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. Louisville Floral Co.. Louisville. Ala. Southern Wild Smiiax. For page see List of Advertisers. SHRUBS Tha George Wlttboid Co.. 1657 Buckingham Place, Chicago. For page see List of Advertlsera. SIIiKALINE John C. Meyer & Co., Boston, Masa. For page see List of Advertisers SMILAZ Smtlaz, strong, 2^-ln., $1.50 per 100; $10.00 per 1000. Cash please. Wm. Llvesey, 6 McCabe St., New Bedford, Mass. SPHAGNUM MOSS Live Sphagnum moss, orchid peat and orchid baskets always on hand. Lager A Uorreil, Summit, N. J. Finest sphagnum moss, 5 barrel bale, $1.25; ten or more, $1.00 each. The New Jeraey Moss Co., Wright-Sterling, 802 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, Pa. SPRAYERS Chas. J. Jaeer Co., Boston. Demlng Spray Pump. For page see List of Advertlsera. B. H. Hunt, 76-78 Wabash At., Chicago, 111. New Chicago Sprayer. For page see List of Advertlsera. STEVIA Stevia, 2 in., 2 cts. Double Alyssum, 2 hi., 2 cts. Cash with order. O. C. Day, Hudson, Mass. SULFUR BURNER Benj. Dorrance, Dorranceton, Pa. S'WEET PEAS A. C. Zvolanek. Bound Brook, N. J. Winter Flowering. For page see List of Advertisers. VEGETABLE PLANTS R. Vincent, Jr., & Sona Co., White Marsh, Md. For page see List of Adrertlsen. VENTILATING APPARATUS Plerson U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., between 25th & 26th Sts., Chicago. The Advance Co., Richmond, Ind. For page see List of Advertlsera. Quaker City Machine Co., Richmond, Ind. 20th Century Ventilating Arm. For page see List of Advertlsera. VENTILATING MACHINERY, New Model encased, self-oiling gear; Standard Model Open Gear. Lord & Burnham, 1188 Broadway, N Y. VINCAS Charles H. Green. Spencer, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. VIOLETS. Charles H. Green. Spencer. Mass. Violets Field Grown. For page see List of Advertisers. J. C. Schmidt. Bristol, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. WILD SMILAZ E. A. Beaven, Evergreen. Ala. Soutliern Wild Smiias. For page see List of Advertisers. 'WIRED TOOTHPICKS W. J. Cowec, Berlin, N. Y. For page see List of Advertlsera. WIBEWORK Reed * Keller, 122 W. 25th St., N. Y. For page see List of Advertlsera. Dnrand & Marohn, Albany, N. Y. For page see List of Advertlsera. Wlrework. Write for onr catalogue. Holton & Hnnkel Co.. Milwaukee. Wla. William E. Hellscher'g Wire Works, 38-40 Broadway, Detroit, itich. WIrework — Compare our prices with othersL Scrnntnn Florist Supply Co., 201 N. 7th St., Scranton, Pa. WHOLESALE FLORI8TI Baatan N. F. McCarthy t Co., 84 Hawley St., Boston. For page sae List of Advertlsera. H. M. Robhison gc Co., 15 Provlnca It and 9 Chapman PI., Boston. For page see List of Advertlsera. Welch Bros., 226 Devonshire St., Boatoa. For page see List of Advertlsera. Bnifalo. N. Y. WUIIam F. Kasting Co., 383-87 Elllcott St_ Buffalo, N. Y. For page see List of Advertlsera. Ohleaso Chas. W. McKeller, 61 Wabaah Ara., Chicago. For page see List of Advertlsera. Peter Reinberg, 51 Wabash Ave., Chlcafo. For page see List of Advertlsera. E. F. WInterson Co., 4&-49 Wahash Ara., Chicago. For page see List of Advertlsera. Foehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, IlL For page see List of Advertlsera. CromireU, Conn. A N. Pleraon, Cromwell, Conn. For page see List of Advertlsera. Detroit Michigan Cnt Flower Exchange, 38 and it Broadway, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertlsera. Minneapolis Rice Bros., 115 N. 6th St., MlnneapollA Minn. For page see List of Advertlsera. Naw York Ford Bros., 48 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertlsera. H. R Froment, 57 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertlsera. Alex. J. Guttmau, 34 W. 2Sth St., Naw York. For page see List of Advertlsera. E. C. Uorao, 56 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertlsera. A. H. Langjahr, 55 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertlsera. James McMunus, 42 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. John 1. Raynor, 49 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertlsera. W. F. Sheridan, 39 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertlsera. Moore, Hentz & Nash, 55 and 67 W. Wtfe St., New York. For page see List of Advertlsera. Wm. H. Euebler, 28 Wllloughby St., Brooklyn. N. Y. For page see List of Advertlsera. Mlllang Bros., 41 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertlsera. John Young, 51 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertlsera. Greater New York Florists' AssoclatlOB, 162 Livingston St., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertlsera. Frank MUIang, 55-57 W. 36th St., Naw York. For page see List of Advertlsera. Philip F. Kcssler, 55 & 67 W. 26tb St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. A. L. Young & Co.. 54 W. 28th St., N. T. For page see List of Advertlsera. Growere' Cut Flower Co., '39 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertlsera. J. K. Allei. 106 W. 2Sth St.. New York. For page see List of Advertlsera. Charles Mlllang, 55 and 57 West 26tb St., New York. For page see List of Advertlsera. B. S. Slinn. Jr., 5.5-.57 W. 26th St., New York. For page see List of Advertlsera. In writing to Advertisers kindly moiHon Horticulhire 451 HORTICULTURE September 25. 1909 WHOLESAI.E IXORISTS— Continued FbUadelphia W. B. McKlsslck & Bros., 1619-1621 BaD- ste.id St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of AdTertlsera. Leo Nlessen Co., 1209 Arch St., Phlladel- pbla, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. The si S^ Pennock-Meehan Co^ 1606-11 Ludlow St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. New Offers in This Issue. COLOSSAL MIGNONETTE SEED. H. F. Michell Co.. lOlS M.irket St., Phila. For page see List of Advertisers. DOUBLE ARCH CARNATION SUP- PORTS. Elmer D. Smith & Co., Adrian, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. FLOWERS BY TELEGRAPH. Hoffman, Florist, 59-01 Massachusetts av., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. GRATE BARS. Broadway Iron Foundry Co., 92 Broadway, Cambridgeport, Mass. For page see List of AJvortisers. IRON CLAD RHODODENDRONS. John Waterer & Sons, Ltd.. American Nursery, Eagshot, Eng. For page see List of Advertisers. LILACS: TREES, SHRUBS, HARDY PLANTS. Ellwanger & Barry, Rochester, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. MUSHROOM SPAWN. Wm. Elliott & Sons. 42 Ve.sey St., N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. NEW WHOLESALE FLOWER HOUSE. Hoerber Bros., Atlas Block, 51 Wabash Ave., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. NEW SEEDLING CARNATIONS. Dingee & Conard Co., West Grove, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. ORCHIDS: ESTABLISHED AND NEW IMPORTATION. Stuart Low & Co.. Bush Hill Park, Knfleid, Eng. For page see List of Advertisers. PALMS: DECORATIVE PLANTS. Joseph Hcacock, Wyncote, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. PEONIES. Estate of David Fisher, Montvale. Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. PEONIES: FIELD-GROWN PHLOX. Sunnylicld Nursery Co., Poughkeepsie, N. Y. For page see List of AJvertisers. PEONIES. Cottage Gardens Co., Queens. N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Little Ads Bring Big Returns Little ads in our Classified Columns bring big returns to both advertiser and purchaser. Anything that can be sold to florists, gardeners, pari? and cemetery superin- tendents, etc.. can be sold through this medium in this department, and at very small cost. Don't fail to read them each issue, for you will find one or more that will prove profitable to you. I They Cost Only One Cent a Word Undisplayed NEWS NOTES. Boulder, Colo.— The H. M. Teller ra;ieh has been piu'chased by Berna;d l:eers, florist, of this city. Brattleboro, Vt. — R. H. Messenger will have charge of the new green- house recently erected by C. W. Dun- ham. New Haven, Conn. — Alfred T. Oster- mann, florist at 123 Church street, will open a new nursery on land recently purchased. So. Hadley Falls, Mass. — Gallivan liros. of Holyoke have leased the Bates' greenhouses for a year. Herbert Ben- nett will remain in charge. Greenfield, Mass. — Charles" P. Mac- Donald, undertaker and florist, has filed a voluntary petition in bankrupt- cy. Liabilities $2034, assets $1020. Provo, Utah.— The Stark Bros. Nur- sery & Orchard Co. has brought suit against the Utah Lake, Land. Water & Power Co. to collect $579 aJleged to be due for nursery plants. Lenox, Mass. — Henry J. Lamke, who has been in charge of the Cold Brook greenhouses, has bought the Reynolds farm of 100 acres at Rich- mond and will start in the nursery business. Kansas City, Mo. — William L. Rock has devoted a tract of eighteen acres to a public garden to be laid out this fall and opened next spring. The gar- den, exclusive of the land, will cost about $1.5.000 when completed. Montreal, Can. — A meeting of vege- table growers was held at the Mac- donald College on September S with a view to organizing an association for the advancement of their interests iu the province. After being shown over the horticultural department by Prof. W. S. Blair, lunch was taken at the college and an address given by the Principal, Dr. J. W. Rob- ertson. About thirty growers were present and officers were elected. The executive committee will meet shortly to complete details. The or- ganization will be know-n as the Vege- table Growers' Association of the Prov- ince of Quebec. It is proposed to hold annual exhibitions in Montreal simi- lar to those of the Ontario Association at Toronto. BUSINESS CHANGES. Paris, Tex.— J. W. Goree of White- wright has moved his plant to this town and is making additions thereto. San Rafael, Cal.— Richard Lohr- mann, formerly gardener for A. W. Poster, has started in the florist and nursery business. Colchicum speciosum album, bearing snow-white blooms of enormous size in autumn, is among the specialties be- ing offered by J. Backhouse & Son of York, England. The variety has been developed from stock originally found in Asia Minor. It has brought a very high price in the past, but is in now suificient supply to be listed at a figure which will bring it within reach of everybody. Obituary Aaron W. Morgan. Aaron W. Morgan, for many years a florist in Danville, 111., and who bought the Iralson store on 43rd St., last May, was found dead in bed on Sept. 10th. The gas was found turned on but no one thinks it was inten- tional as Mr. Morgan's hands were badly crippled with rheumatism and were consequently unsteady. The remains were taken to Dan- ville on the 12th. Mr. Morgan was 71 years old and leaves a son and two daughters, and though his stay in Chicago has been brief he had made many friends. H© was a member of the Chicago Flor- ists' Club. Alexander Bogie. Alexander Bogie, an aged florist, died at his home. 506 Summit avenue, Jersey Citv, N. .T., on the 12th inst. See the advertisement of the Broad- way Iron Foundry Company in this issue. The most durable grate bars at the lowest price is a proposition the ma.iority of greenhouse owners ought to be interested in at this par- ticular season. In Memoriam. The funeral of Mr. T. M. Waters,, whose death was recorded in our last week's issue, was attended by the flor- ists of Richmond. Ind., who acted as pall-bearers. We have received the following tribute to his character, which we gladly accord a place in our columns: Thomas Marion Waters, son of John and Mary Waters, was born on a farm in Preble County, Ohio, almost 04 years ago, and practically all his life was passed in. this county. Graduating from the college at Ladoga, Indiana, in early manhood, he spent several years teaching in our public schools, laboring between terms on the- farm and at various other callings, until his brother. Will Waters, was' elected sheriff of this county, and under him he served as Deputy Sheriff for four years to- the satisfaction of the public and with honor to himself. On July 21, 1880, he united in marriage with Ida May Bell, who survives him. Uniting with the Presbyterian Church at Eaton, Ohio, in l.Sni. he was and continued to be until his death, an earnest, con.sistent and faithful Christian. He was one of the best known men in our community and be- ing of a kind, gentle and retiring dispo- sition, lie was loved, honored and respected by all with whom he came in contait. (lifted with a loving nature that admired and followed the good and true and lieau- tiful, he was so soft spoken with voice and words, that although the writer knew him closely and well for more than a iinarter of a cenlnry he was never heard to raise his voice in anger or liitter words or ex- (-itenient even when danger tlu-eatened. On every moral question he only asked whi(-h side is right, and there he to(ik his stand. Engaging in the business of florist at Eaton. "Ohio, in 1,802, he continued therein honoring his business; he admired his llowers, handling them with the caressing tenderness of one who loved their beauty and fragrance, and talked of them as though they were things of life. Winning by his gentleness, he held the love and esteem of his associates iu business, and it seems proper and titling that those who spend their lives and time decorating ever.v phase auil walk of life with the most lieautifnl tokens of God's love for man should lay away their brother worker amid tile emblems tliat typify Heaven's Eternal iiloom. A loving husband, a good and kind lirother, a gentle Christian, a faithful friend and neighbor, and a good citizen has gone to his rest. Berkeley, Cal.— Otto C. Dorrier. who had been employed by A. Hutchinson, florist, at 2315 Telegraph avenue, was arrested in San Francisco, Sept. 11, charged with having robbed his employer. September 25, 1909 HORTICULTURE 4S» List of Advertisers Page Advance, The Co 459 Allen J. K 449 American Nursery (Eng.) 432 Aachmann Godfrey. ■ • 440 RarrowsH.H.&Son.44* BayersdorlerH.&Co.446 Beaven E. A 449 Bobbink & Atkins.... 432 Boddington A.T 443 Boston Florist Letter Co 445 Boston Plate and Win- dow Glass Co 459 Breck Joseph & Sons 443 Breitmeyer & J. Sons. 444 Bridgeman's Seed Warehouse 443 Broadway Iron Foun- dry Co 459 Bumee W. A. &Co .443 Burr C. R. & Co 43» Carrlllo & Baldwin . 440 Chicago Carnation Co 431 Clarke's David, Sons, 444 Com J.J 448 Cottage Gardens 441 Cowee W. J 449 Craig, Robt., Co 440 Ciawbuck Geo.W. . . .448 Danker F. A 444 Dillon, J. L 431 D[ngee& Conard Co.433 Doane, Geo. B 458 Dorner F. Sons & Co. 431 Dow Geo. £ 443 Oreer H. A 458 Dunlop John H ....444 Durand & Marohn. . .448 Djsart, R. J 442 Eastern Nurseries. . . .441 Edwards Folding Box Co 446 Kllott Wm aSons 442 Eliwanger & Barry, ..441 Bjler J. G 459 Kmest W.H 458 tyres 444 r-riuhar R.& J.& C0.443 Fisher David. Est. of. 432 Fiske H. E. Seed 00.4,3 Foley Mfg. Co 458 Ford Bros 448 Froment H.E 448 tJalvlD Thos. F 445 Greater N.Y. Florisu' Association 448 Green Chas 431 Grey T. J. Co 443 Growers' Cut Flower Co 448 Gude Bros. Co 444 Guttman Alex. J 448 Hail Asso 459 Harris S. G 432 H irtmann Hjalmar & Co 431 Hauswirth the Florist 444 Heacock Jos. Co ....430 Herbert 431 Herrmann Ed 440 ilews A. H. & Co.. ..458 Hilfinger Bros 458 HIll.TheE.G.Co .431 Hltditngs & Co 460 Hoerber Bros 445 Hoffman 445 Holmes Seed Co 443 Horan E. C 448 Hunt A. E. & Co..... 431 Hunt Bros 431 Hunt E. H 457 Jacobs .S. & Sons 159 Jager, Chas. J, Co... 457 KastineW. F. Co 449 Kentucky Tobacco Product Co 457 Kervan Co 4(9 Kessler P. F 448 King Cons. Co 459 Krick W. C 449 Kroeschell Bros. Co. .4^9 Kueblcr Wm. H 448 Lager & Hurrell 440 Langjahr, Alfred H. . .448 Leesley Bros 43a Leonard Seed Co 443 Lenthv A. ft Co 440 LittlcfieldH. F 431 Lord & Burnham Co. 460 Louisville Floral Co.. 449 Low Stuart & Co 440 Page MacMulkin E 444 McCarthy N. F.&Co. 449 McConnell Alex 444 McKeUar Charles W.44« McKenna P. & Sons. .444 McKlsslck.W. K. & Bros 446 MoManusJas 448 Meyer J. C & Co.... 449 MichellH.F.Co 44a Michigan Cut Flower Exchange 449 MiUang Bros 448 Millang Charles 448 Mlllang Frank 448 Miller E. S 440 Moninger J. C 459 Moore, Hentz & Nash 448 Morse C. C. & Co.... 443 Murray Samuel 444 New Eng. Nurseries. 441 Newman J. & Sons. ..444 Niessen Leo. Co 446 Oechslin Frank 440 Ordonez Bros 440 Ouwerkerk P 43a Palethorpe P. R. Co. . 457 Palmer W.J. & Son.. 444 Park Floral Co 444 Parshelsky Bros 458 Peacock DahliaFarms 431 Pennock-Meehan Co. 447 Perkins St. Nurseries. 440 Peters Geo. & Sons . .431 Phila Insecticide Co.. 457 Pierce, F. O. Co. 458 Pierson, A. N., Inc. .440 Pierson F.R. Co 430 Pierson U Bar Co. ... 4' o Pieters A. J 443 Poehlmann Bros. Co.. 446 Pratt B G. Co 4S7 Pulverized Manure C0457 Quaker City Mach.Co 459 Rayner I. M. 431 Raynor John 1 448 Reedft Keller 448 Reinberg Peter 446 ReuterS.J &Son,Inc.43i Rice Bros 446 Rickards Bros 443 Robinson H . M . & Co 4 46 Rock Wm.L Flo. Co. 444 Roehrs Julius Co. ...440 Roland, Thomas . . .431 Rolker August &Son5458 Rosens 449 Sander & Son - ■ 440 Schlegel & Fottler C0.443 Schmidt J. C 430 Schulz Jacob 444 Scott, John 440 Sharp, Partridge & Co 4 50 Sheridan W.F 448 Sie2ers& Sipgers....458 Skidelsky & Irwin. ...431 Slinn B. S., Jr 449 SmithF.lmer D. &C0.431 Smith W. &T. Co ...432 Smyth Wm. J 444 Standard Plate Glass Co 4S9 Steams A.T. Lumber Co 459 Stumpo & Waher Co. 457 Sunnyfield Nurse ryCo432 Syracuse Pottery Co .458 Tailby 445 Talmadge Geo. E 439 ThorburnJ.M.&Co.443 Totty Chas. H 43= Valentine, J. A 444 Vincent R. Jr. & Sons, 43t-44a Wants, For Sale. etc. .455 Ward R.M.&Co... .443 Waterer John & Sons. 432 Welch Bros 446 Wild Gilbert H 432 WittboldGeo. Co 440 Wilson 444 WInterson.E. F. Co.. 446 Wood Bros 430 Yokohama Nurseries. 430 Young A. L 449 Voimg lohn 448 Young & Nugent 444 ZangenO. V 443 Zinn Julius A 444 Zvolanek A.C 443 PHILADELPHIA NOTES. A. B. Scott, of Alexander Scott & Sons, has returned from his Canadian trip. D. T. Connor is organizing a Phila- delphia party to attend the Vincent Dahlia Show at White Marsh, Md., September 2Sth. Samuel S. Pennock has returned from his Canadian trip. Montreal, Quebec, and points beyond were thor- oughly investigated during the visit. Philadelphia on the 20th inst. had the pleasure of gazing on the rotund and vigorous personality of Daniel MacRorie of the MacRorie-McLaren Co., San Francisco. William Didden's asters with forty- two-inch stems and flowers four to five inches in diameter hnve made the wholesalers sit up and take notice this .season. A new Furman boiler is being installed. Some beautiful phloxes were snown by Dreer at the Dahlia show, Sept. 20th. Here is George D. Clark's list of the best six out of hundreds: Pantheon, R. P. Struthers, Selma, Sei- bold, Mrs. Jenkins, Eclaireur. William Kleiuheinz, president of the National Gardener's Association, has announced the list of prizes to be awarded at the annual convention of that society, to be held in Philadelphia next spring under the sheltering wing of the P. H. S. Daniel Baird, the popular janitor of the Florists' Club room at Horticultur- al Hall for many years, will join the forces of Pennock Bros, on the 27th inst. A. Campbell, assistant janitor, will succeed Mr. Baird as major domo of the club room. George Anderson is gathering about him a fuie collection of sons-in-law. It is reported that he was seen driving through Lansdowne last Sunday with four of them in his auto. There is still room for a few more. The Ander- son suffragette crop was one of the finest on record in these parts. Sweet peas for early winter crop at E. F. Hoehl's are now about three inches high in the benches. Mignon- ette is also under way. New York market is the variety grown. It is a very choice strain and brings the high- est price in this market. Marguerites are grown in pots and plunged. This prevents too tall a growth and encour- ages flower production. Asparagus plu- mosus has pioved a profitable crop the past season and promises well for next winter. This is one of the best kept places we have had the pleasure of visiting for some time. A new house has been added the past summer. Visitors this week: • Richard Vin- cent and niece. White Marsh. Md.; Mr. and Mrs. John A. Beck, Milton, Pa.; Jlr. Breitenstein, Pittsburg, Pa.; Lloyd Swarthout, Washington, Pa.; the Misses Moore and Ware, Wilkesbarre, Pa.; Hugo Kind, Hammonton, N. J.; Daniel MacRorie, of San Francisco. IS YOUR NAME IN THE ABOVE LIST? IF NOT, WHY NOT? The Lowthorpe School of Land- scape Gardening and Horticulture for Women at Groton, JIass., opened on September 15. The course covers three years and fits the student for any phase of landscape work. Promi- nent among the lecturers are J. F. Dawson and among the instructors Miss Laura Blanchard Dawson, son and daughter, respectively, of Jackson Dawson of the Arnold Arboretum. Illllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll I WANTS, FOR SALE, ETC. I S Advertisements In this column one S = cent a word. Initials count as words. S S Cash with order. All correspondence S = addressed "care HORTICUL- S = TURE" should be sent to I J Ham- § S ilton Place, Boston. g iriiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii/ii HELP WANTED HORTICULTURE needs a wid». awake representative in every town In the land. Good commission paid on advertising and subscriptions. If you are ambitious, write for terms. WANTED — Experienced grower for con*- merclal place near Boston; must be good grower of carnations especially. Good (al- ary to the right party. Address, with ref- erences. Carnations, care of HORTICUlr TURE, 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. WANTED — Buyers and agents to sell our cement block and fence post machin- ery. Send for circulars and prices. Ad- dress W. L. Keller Cement Block Machine Co.. Kearney, Neb. WANTED— Florist Assistant with experi- ence in growing Pot stuff. Must be careful in watering. Wages $12.00 per week. Address, with references and experience. J. A. Peterson, Westwood, Cincinnati, O. WANTED— Experienced steed clerk. Wages $15 a week. Address "E.," care HORTICULTURE. SITUATIONS WANTED GARDENER— Working, Scotchman, 32 years of age, married, wants charge of Gentleman's private place. Life experi- ence. Thoroughl.v well up in every branch of gardening. First-class personal and written references. Disengaged September. Address "Gardener," Halesite, N. Y. SITUATION WANTED as head gardener of a gentleman's estate in Massachusetts, G years experience in .-Vmerica. Best recom- mendations from present employer. Ad- dress "Gardener," care of HORTICUL- TURE, 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. SITUATION WANTED as Florist by young man with 10 years' practical ex- perience: thoroughly capable. 25 years old. Good references. Address Stephen Burton, care Dr. Givens, Stamford, Conn. ~s1tU.\TI0N WANTED l>y young ener- getic, sober man: 2G years old; 10 years' experience in growing plants and general greenhouse work; place near Boston pre- ferred. Address, WORK, care of HORTI- CULTURE, 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. Situation wanted by Gardener, private or commercial: eiDpIoyed now and for past 12 years with a leading New England nursery At liberty November 1. Address, James Ganley, 5 Wirthrop Ave., Reading, Mass. A young lady who is unable to con- tinue her studies because of financial dlf- flcultips, wishes to obtain emplpyment with a florist. Address L. M. D., 1 Raebnm "Terrace, Newton Highlands, Mass FOR SALE FOR SAI.B— Special 16 1 18 and 16 x 2* double thick glass In "A" and "B" qDall- ties. Buy now and save money. Wrlt« PARSHELSKY BROTHERS, INC., 10 Montrose Ave.. Brooklyn, N. Y. FOR SALE— .\t Southampton. L. I., ^A acre, S-room house, hot house, 100 ft. long, and barn. All newly painted and in good condition. Easy terms. Inquire Pacific Paint Co., 27 Sixth Ave., Brooklyn. N. Y. ^GREENHOTTSE, at a bargain; must be SI. Id at once on account of illness: well stdcked: large lot: dwelling house, lawn, shrubbei-v, fruit: flue business in center of citv of 30.000; 8 miles from Boston. Part 1 Barclay St. N. f. City. Syracuse Red Pots ALL THE STANDARD SIZES It will soon be time to order large pots for fall potting. We have a full line of the best. Syracuse Pottery Co., ^^■^n'^'v"*^" {—STANDARD FLOWER — If your greenhouses are within 500 miles of the Capitol, write us, we can save you moDey. w. H. 28th { M Sts., ERNEST Washington, D. G. temperature of sixty degrees zero weather. We would advise putting in ten runs of two-inch pipe and a boiler of 1000 square feet of radiation. This will be found to be an economical system in the use of fuel. Yours respectfully. WILLIAM W. CASTLE CO. GREENHOUSES BUILDING OR CONTEMPLATED. Delaware, O. — P. Groom, additions. Buffalo, N. Y. — John Speiss, house 9 X 100. De Kalb, Mil. — J. L. Johnson, house 21 xlUi. Charlevoix, Mich. — B. B. Blair, house 25 X 103. St, Paul, Minn. — State University, additions. Greenfield, Mass. — A. E. Lawrence, one house. Canandaigua, N. Y. — Edward Sick, one house. Sterling, III.— Sterling Floral Co., house 24 x 120. Cheyenne, Wyo. — C. F. Swayger, range of houses. Arlington, N. J. — Wm. Tricker, range of houses. W. Toledo, O. — Harry Heinl, four carnation houses. So. Waterbury, Conn. — Wm. F. Beer- baum, house 30.v60. Wellston, Mo. — Alex. Johnson, six houses, each lSxl20. St. Louis, Mo. — Rudolph Gross, two houses, each 32 x 130. Paris, Tex. — J. W. Goree, three houses, each 22 x 150. Wappinger's Falls, N. Y.— I. T. N. Harcourt, house, 25xl."i0. Mansfield, Mass. — Bert Hartwell, cucumber house, 225 feet. Rochester, N. Y. — Geo. Crooke & Co.. carnation house 15% x 65. Oskaloosa, la. — Theo. A. Greene, .Xorth 9th street, two houses. Sherman, Tex. — Hannah & Son, one carnation house 28 x 100, chrysanthe- mum house, 22 x 64, lean-to, 7 x 64. ROCHESTER FLOWER TRADE, Trade is gradually turning from summer stagnation to fall activity, although nobody reports rushing. Out- siders have had a good lesson this year, and the many who grew asters as a side line will probably rather use their ground as tennis lawn than try to cut prices for legitimate growers next year. Outdoor cut flowers are liientitul, but the demand is getting better. Dutch bulbs are arriving in good condition and some consignments received are splendid for size and quality. GLASS Greenhouse and Hot Bed SIZES OUR SPECIALTY IMMENSE STOCK Plate and M^indo'wr Glass Write for Our Prices PARSHELSKY BROS., Inc. S9 montrose Ave., BROOKLYN, N. Y. IRON PIPE Second Hand Suitable for all greenhouse pur- poses, steam, water, gas or oil, also for fences or posts. All sizes. Prices low. Geo. B. Doane&SonCo. -18 Midway St., Boston Telephone, Main 4418 ^^'rite to us about your Material and Plans for aiiv size and style uf GREENHOUSE i'lV ][>'\\ sinict in'c nr repairs. Hot Bed Sash iu stock or any size roQiiii\*d. Pecky Cypress Benches must Insliiii; and least expensive. The Foley Mfg. Co. Western Ave. and 26lh St. CHICAGO, - - ILL. Copyrights Send your business direct to Wa&bin^on. Saves time and insures bettar service. Personal attention guaranteed. Twenty-five years' active service. SPECIALTY: " W or Icing on the FaU«»e >* Others." SI66ERS & SIGGER8 PATKNT l_AWYHRS Box 9, National Union Buikttag Washlneton. D. C. In ordering goods please add "I saw it in HORTICULTURE." September 25, 1909 HORTICULTURE 459 KROESGHELL BOILER yADE OF FIBE BOX FLAN6E PLATE Can not Crack Wittr Space Id Front, Sides and Back Tke Meet Popular Boiler Made SEND FOfl CATALOGUE. IROESCHELL BROS. GO. 466Erl«St., CHICACO, ILL. ■Terr thing for Oreenboase BuUdlDg Write for Infor- mation and prices In Widths from 14 feet o inches to 54 feet o inches. Withont posts. KINQ TRUSS SASH BAR HOUSES. IRON GUTTERS AND EAVES. IRON AND CYPRESS BENCHES. VENTILATING MACHINERY. KING CONSTRUCTION CO. NORTH TONAWANDA, N. Y. CYPRESS ?i SASH BARS feet or longer HOT BED SASH PECKY CYPRESS BENCH LUMBER GREENHOUSES ERECTED AND EQUIPPED COMPLETE IF DESIRED Write for Circular "D" and Prices^ The A. T. STEAK^S LllBER CO. NEPONSET, BOSTON, MASS. THE ADVANCE MACHINE is sold at $10.50 all complete. Arms, hangers and shafting pipe at very low prices, thus making the initial cost low to the florist with the best possible servitje, has made it possible for us to have thousands ot machines at work in 41 states today. Why not let us have a chance to give you an estimate asd then a trial order to prove our claims at our risk ? The Advance Go. RICHMOND, IND. Grate Bars For Horizontal and UprigKt Boilers We have been in the foundry business for nearly half a century. Consequently we have a lakge variety of patterns for grate bars. We carry in stock a large number of regular parts and make a specialty of prompt deliveries. We use iron in our mixtures best suited for furnace work, and our grates last longer and give better satisfaction on that account. Mahoney, Tupper, Double Bar and Circular We carry stock sizes of the Mahoney and Tupper grates up to 50 in. long; these grates are all 6 in. wide, 2', in. bearing, 50% air space, and weigh 50 lbs. to square foot. The Doable Bar Grate is 3 in. wide, single bars are l}4 in. wide, 2 in. bearing, and weigh about 45 lbs. per square foot. The Circular Grate is made in all diameters from 12 to 50 in. PRICES LOWER THAN ELSEWHERE Broadway Iron Foundry Company 90 BRO \DWAY, CAMBRIDGEPORT, MASS. STANDARD PLATE QLA5S CO. rianufacturers — Importers — Jobbers NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY FRENCH OR AMERICAN GREENHOUSE GLASS LOWEST PRICES ON REQUEST 26-30 Sudbury St. BOSTON, HASS. 61-63 Portland St. Low prices are helping demand on Green House Glass, take advantage, write us for prices Sharp, Partridge & Co., 22n(l & Lumber Sts , CHICAGO, ILL BOSTON PLATE & WINDOW GLASS CO. GREENHOUSE GLASS """'*~ *'" 261 to 287 A Street BOSTON AMERICAN 20 to 22 Canal Street MANUFACTURERS OF GREENHOUSE MATERIAL — VENTILATING APPARATUS — PUTTY JOBBERS IN GREENHOUSE GLASS — BOILERS — PIPE — FITTINGS We carry on hand everything necessary for the complete Erecting, Heating, Ventilating or Repairing of Greenhouses. Let us quote you. GREENHOUSE CONSTRUCTION LUMBER John C. Moninger Co. 117 E. Blackhawk St., CHICAGO. In ordering goods please add "I taw it In HORTICULTURE." Evans 20tli Centunf Am Will not twist the shafting pipe. Thr«s times \')c power of old style elbow arms. Sold ouly with Evans Challenge Machia*. a^rtte for free Catalorut te QUAKER CITY MACHINE CO. Richmond, Ind. The FLORISTS' HAIL AS80CIATIOT OF AMERICA, iugnrer of 29,000,««0 sq. ft. of glass. For particulars address John C Esier,S«c'y,SadcUe River.N. J. *60 HORTICULTURE September 25, 1909 iiiiliJililiiBmirlllH] No Poor Jobs Be it large or small, every greenhouse we build combines such valuable structural details as can be derived only from long years of experience in greenhouse building. Nothing is slighted — every part, evea to the last stroke of the paint brush is the best, and of course, you are the kind of man who insists on having this best. Let us send you a circular showing both large and small houses — you have prob- ably seen some of these very houses, and wondered who built them. Hitchings & Company Designing & Sales Offices General Offices & Factory 1 1 70 Broadway, N. Y. Elizabeth, N. J. Tlsis is ttat Beaitifal Palm Moise m tht J, B. Dike Place Nc J. He has lust placed an Order wttli IS for an Immeise Range, Every ESe to h LORD AND BURNHAM COMPANY Irvington-on-Hudson, N.Y. New York — Boston — Philadelphia — Chicago ^ ABSOLUTE PRACTICALNESS If you have under consideration a greenhouse that combines absolute practicalness with a construction permitting the curved eaves and extra wide glass spacing, then the U-Bar house Is the one. Although we have carefully designed them for ornamentalness, there's not a house built that equals them for growing qualities. They are regular " Sunshine Shops." If you want to know ■• the all " about this U-Bar proposition — our recently published catalog will tell you and show you — send for it. PIERSON U-BAR CO sfV 1 MADISON AVE.NEW YORK. . IT II DESIGNERS and BUILDERS of ^^' U-BAR GREENHOUSES i^^^^^^^ Tkichopelia tortilis. DEVOTED TO THE FLORIST, PLANTSMAN. LANDSCAPE GARDENER AND KINDRED INTERESTS Published Every Saturday at 11 Hamilton Place. Boston. Mass. Subscription, 91OO per Year ^^T^ 462 HORTICULTURE October 2, 1909 ^2 HARDY RHODODENDRONS ■^rOW is the time to order these Favorites of the Garden We supply Iron Clad Varieties which have proved hardy in New England. These are our specialty and our stock is specially selected and grown for the American trade. These are goods you can sell in unlimited quantity. The public are interested in this class of plants as never before. . Send for Wholesale Prices Now JOHN WATERER & SONS, Ltd., Vu^rI'e^^y^ Bagshot, England ,c*»#-oo s^ LEESLEY BROS. Ornamental Trees, Shrubs and Hardy Plants Tempting Quality and Tempting Figures on the following BRIDAL WREATH (Splrea Van Houttel) SIBERIAN DOGWOOD (Cornus Slblrlca) HIGH BUSH CRANBERRY (Viburnum Opulus) MOCK ORANGE OR SYRINGA (Phlladelphus) In variety We Have Everything for Beautifying the Landscape. Wholesale Catalogue Free Upon Ap- plication. Write us for anything you may want. N. 40th and Peterson Ave., CHICAQO, ILL. CHOICE EVERGREENS All our Evergreens are well cultivated and are dug wiih a ball of roots and earth. Shade, Ornamental Standard and Weeping Trees We have thousands in all sizes and varie- ties. Straight stemmed, healthy and vigorous. Herbaceous Plants The largest and most complete collection in this country. Decorative Plants, Palms, Ferns, Bay Trees, Boxwood, Etc., In immense variety. Special Prices on large quantities given on application. Price-List mailed on reqitest. BOBBINK& ATKINS Nurserymen and hlorlsts RUTHERFORD, N.J. 100,000 PEONIES FOR FALL DELIVERY All of the Leading Varieties from the Cottage Gardens' Famous Collection. Our enormous stock enables us to send out tubers of the very highest quality, and in filling orders we use undivided roots only — assuring an abundance of flowers the first season. This year we offer one, two and three year plants. WHOLESALE LIST NOW READY. SEND FOR A COPY. Cottage Gardens Company, Inc. QUEENS, LONG ISLAND, NEW YORK American Grown Roses Fruit and Ornamental Trees, Shrubs, Small Fruits, Clematis, Evergreens. Write for Trade List. W. & T. SMITH CO. Geneva. N. Y. Mr. Buyer of California Privet Note tliese low Trices on best grown ■I'A ft. S22.50 per 1000; $200 per 10.000 3-4 ft. $27.50 per 1000; $250 per 10,000 BERBERRY THUNBERGII Very bushy. 12-18 In. $7 per 100; $60 per 1000. I'leastd to send sample. Boxing free. C.R.BURR & COMPANY The Burr Nurseries MANCHESTER, - - CONN. Box Trees «d other EVERGREENS tor Tubs "-^ Boies Our Prices are Always Right — Catalog Free THE NEW ENGLAND NURSERIES, Inc. ^Br> FT <_n.gr>, ivi.A.g!»gii. HOLLAND NURSERIES Beat Hardy Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Conifers, Clematis, H. P. Roses, Shrubs, and Herba- ceous Plants. P. OUWERKERK, "|.^o'."No"iKo7eS?°/f- V! r»EJ01VIEJS Peonies, strong divisions, absolutely true to name, 3-6 eyes, $6.00 per 103 ; $50.00 per 1000. Officinalis, red. L'Esperance, pink. riarie Lemoine, blush, uranditlora Mubra.red. tiumei, pink. Victor Tricolor, salnioo, and many other varieties. FestI a Maxima, pure white and everyone true, $10 oc per 100 Golden Harvest, cream centre, $io.to per 100 FIELD-CROWN PHLOX Boule de feu, red. Athls, bright pink. Jeanne d'Arc, white, $3 co per ico. Deutzia, Mrlde ot kochester, white. " Rosea, pi pink XXX heavy plants, 3-4 ft. i«' $15.00 per 100. American Arbor Vltae, fine, transplanted, 2-3 ft., $? J CO per 100, SUNNVFItLD NURSERV CO . Poughkeepsle, N. ». -PEONIES- 1.5(W 10-Te.Tr-(.liI plants. Large, strong clumps of WHITE. RED aud PINK varieties. Must be sold to rnakt' room. Write for prices. ESTATE OF DAVID FI&HER, iV)on> vale, Nla'^s. PyEONIES 16 Acres for Fall Delivery. WRITE FOR PRICES. GILBERT H. WILD, Sarcoile. Mo. In writing to Advertisers kindly mention Horticulture October 2, 1S09 HORTICULTURE 463 GERANIUMS We have a splendid lot, read}- for shipment, at $2.00 per 100, $18.50 per 1000 and up from 2 in. pots. SPECIAL OFFER FOR OCTOBER ONLY 100 Ivy Leaved Geraniums in 10 varieties for Sj.oo, including such varieties as Caesar Franck, Alliance, etc. 100 Scented in 10 varieties including Clorinda, the new large flowering kind, for §2.00. We have ready for shipment from 2 in. pots, a fine lot of Lantanas and Fuchsias, Lemon Verbenas, and Kathleen Mallard Lobelia at $2.00 per 100 R. Vincent, Jr, & Sons Co., white marsh, md. New Carnations We have two wonderful new seedling Car- nations, Deep Crimson and Bright Pink, which we now offer for the first time. After a thorough trial we unquali- fiedly recommend them as the strongest growing, freest blooming, healthiest and most satisfactory varieties of their color ; large flowers, extra long, stiff stems; fine fragrance; calyx never Liursts. As we are Rose growers and not Carnation specialists we will sell th^se varieties in strong field grown plants, clean, healthy and thrifty, while the stock lasts, and it is limited, at $8 00 per 100; $75.00 per 1000. Rose Pink Enchantress, strong, healthy field stock, $5.00 per 100. Dingee & Conard Co. West Grove, Pa. PEONIES Send for our list. The very choicest Commercial Varieties. FIELD CARNATIONS Pure White Enchantress Afterglow, Winona, Winsor, splendid plants, $6 per 100, $50 per 1000 THE E. G. HILL CO., Richmond, Indiana. FIELD CROWN CARNATION PLANTS Winsor and Winona, extra fine, $5 00 per 100. H. F. LITTLEFIELD, Worcester. Mass. FIELD GROWN CARNATIONS LARGE, FINE. HEALTHY PLANTS. 5000 Genevieve Lord ) Ojn l\l\ l200IVIrs Patten (. w4UiUU 300 Winsor \ oer 1000 300 Octoroon > H*' 'VW George Peters & Sons, Hempstead, N.Y. New, brilliant, glistening pink carnation for 1910 $12.00 per lOO. $100.00 per lOOO A. C. BROWN, CHICAGO CARNATION CO. Springfield, III. Joliet, 111. A New Seedling Carnation :: light pink, overlaid with a deep rose pink, the color extending over the petals from the center almost to the f dge. The most attractive Novelty for 1910. $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per lOOO. ^ M".„r™ Joliet, lU. Chicago Carnation Co., MARY TOLMAN A NEW LIGHT PINK CARNATION FOR 1910 $12.00 per 100. SIOO.GO per 1O00. A. E. HUNT & CO., Evanston, III. CHICAGO CARNATION CO. Joliet, III. HUNT BROS., Park Ridge, III. We are Book ing: Orders Now for FIELD GROWN CARNATIONS Write for List and Prices. S.J. REUTER & SON, inc., Westerly, R.I. CAR NATION S All the best varieties. Florists Fall Bulbs and Seeds. Top Quality Skidelsky ®> Irwin Co., 1215 Betz BIdg.. PHILA , PA. CARNATIONS F. DORNER & SONS CO. La Fayette, Ind. CARNATIONS FIELf> GROWN STRONG PLANTS Queen and Fair Maid, $6.00 per 100. 1 00 Law- son $5.00 VIOLETS-Field Crown SOOO Princess of Wales, $5 per 100, $4S per 1000 VINCA VARIECATEO-Field Crown $4 and $5 per 100. Cash. CHARLES H. GREEN, - Spencer. Mass. From Pot CHRYSANTHEMUMS ni89 Clay Frick. White Shaw. Early Snow, nrs. Jas. narshall. The Harriott, $3.00 per 100. Autumn Glory . Ada Spaulding, Dr. Engue- hard Diroihy Drvens, Geo. Kalb. Glory of the Pacific, Harry Hay, Ivory. Jeanne Nonin, J. E. Lager, J n. Troy, J K Shaw, Haud Dean, Meta, ninnie Wanamaker, Mrs. Alice Byron, Hrs Baer, Hrs. Robert HcArthur, Had P. Bergmann. Robt. Halllday, Timothy Eaton, Wm Duckham, etc., $3.00 per 100, $20.00 per lOUO. Send for Catalogue of Roses, own root and grafted, and other miscellaneous stock WOOD BROTHERS FISHKILL, N.Y. CHARLES H. TOTTV Wholesale Florist Chrysanthemum Novelties My Specialty Madison, N. J. In writing to Advertisers kindly mention Horticulture 464 HORTICULTURE October 2, 1909 Hiving just returned from Europe I am now in a position to offer 20,000 AZALEAS in leading varieties at lowest wholesale prices, also Araucarias, Asparagus, Crotons, Arecas, Cocos, Kentlas, Latanlas, Phoenix, Rubbers, Pandanus, 1 50,000 Small Ferns for Dishes in best sorts Wholesale Price List on Application. A. LEUTHY & CO. PERKINS ST. NURSERIES ROSLINDALE, BOSTON, MASS. OUR SPECIALTIES Arancarias, Palms, Azaleai and Blooming Plants for Christmas and Easter GODFRBY ASCHMANN, Importer, Grower and Wholesale Dealer Id Araa- carla ETzcelsa, Robusta Compacts and Bzcelsa OlBDca; Kentla Forsterlana and Belmoreana; Sago Palms, Areca Lates- cena, Cocos Weddelllana. HESADCtCARTERS FOR FEIRNS ■ncli as Wliltmanl, Boston, Amerpobll, Scottll, Todeaoldes. Begonia Glolre de Lorraine, 6 Inch, b; the thousand. Primula Chinese, etc., cheap for cash. Send for prices. 1012 West Ontario Street PHILADELPHIA, PA. ORCHIDS All Orchids. Nothing but Orchids. Best Orchids. Good Orchids. We Collect Them. Write Today. CARRILLO & BALDWIN, Secaucus. N. J. IMPORTED ORCHIDS Now Arriving Julius Roehrs Co. RUTHERFORD, N. J. ORCHIDS I/arge9i Imparter»f Emportertf Oromaer* and HybridUU im th* WorUt ftander, St. Alban», tnqland and 23B Broadway, Ro«m I WEW YORK CITY ORCHIDS! Just to hand a fine lot of C. Lablata, C. Olgas Sanderlanae, D. Blglbbum. ORDONEZ BROS. 41 West 28th St., New York City, and Madison. N. J. Ariived in fine condition Cattleya Glgas (Hardyana Type), C. Gigas Sanderlana, C. GaskelUana, C. Speclos- Isslma, C. Chi-ysotoxa, Oncldlum Furcatom, OdontoglpsBum Lutco-purpureum, MUto- nia Vexlllarla, Miltonla Roezlll and many more. Write tor prices. LAGER & HURRELL, '"J":" ROBERT CRAIG CO. ROSES, PALMS, aad Heveltlei In SecoratlTe Plants HARXr and 49th STREETS., PHILADELPHIA, PA. ORCHIDS In enormous quantities for exhibition purposes and cut bloom grower. Choice varieties selected (rom large importations. Choice named, well known and certificated hybrids. Stuart Low & Company beg to call the attention of lovers of Orchids in the United States to their large, varied and well grown stock which is being frequently auEmenied by large importations. Also their large and well grown stock of Roses — FRUIT TREES IN POTS — Fruit Trees for outside planting — Stove and Greenhouse plants. Catalogues on application. Estimates free. BUSH HILL PARK, Enfield, England STUART LOW & CO., Palms Shrubs ^m^ nOMIST Ferns Perennials Send for Our Catalogue. The efO. M/ITTBOLD CO. . 1857 Buckingham Place, Chicago, III. NEPHROLEPIS ELEGANTISSIMA COMPACTA Another New Fern Originatinc with U«> To be introduced Fall, 1909. Of all the valuable introductions in ferns that we have sent out, beginning with the PienoD (Ncpbrolepts Piersoni) , we consider Elegantissima compacta the most valuable of all, particularly Irom a commercial standpoint. While this resembles Elegantiiiima in a general way, it is far superior to that variety, on account of its perfect habit. Vet it can hardly be compared with Elegantissima except in a general way, because it occupies a place by itielf,and is as distinct from Elegantissima as that variety is from Piersoni, — ia fact, it bears the same relation to Elegantissima that Scottii does to Bostonicnsis. Elegantissima compacta has an ideal habit. The fronds are considerably shorter than those of Elegantissima, and it is a more compact plant. It throws a great many more crowns naturally, making a very busby, dwarf, com- pact plaat. The difference between the two varieties can be seen at a glance. F.iie, strong plants, Sy^-ln. pot5. $5.00 per dozen, $35.00 per 100; 4-ln. pots, $7.50 per dozen, $SO.0O per 100; 6*ln. pans, $1.50 eacti ; 8-ln. pans, $3.00 each. We make a specialty of all kinds of Nephrolepis, carrying a large stock of all sizes at all times,— Picrioai, Elegantissima, Superbissima, Bostoniensis, Scottii, Whitmani, Amerpohli, etc. F. R. PIERSON CO., Tarrytown-on-Hudson, N. Y. A. N. PIERSON, Inc., Cromwell, Conn: WHITE KILLARNEY (Waban Strain) ORAFTED STOCK. Doi. .S6.00 100 SM.oo 250 $82.50 500 $150 00 1000 $300.00 2506 $687.60 6000 $1,260.00 LILIES^ Tenuifolium, Wallace!, etc. GERMAN AND JAPAN IRIS, DEL- PHINIUM FORMOSUM Canadense, Super- bum, Single and Double Tigers, named Elegans, Write for prices E.S.MILLER Wading River L. I., N. Y. HEACOCK'S PALMS. KENTIA BELMOREANA e-lB. pot, 22 to 24-ln. high \\ 00 each 8-ln. pot, 24 to 2e-ln. high $1 K each e-ln. pot, 20 to 2e-ln. high $1 50 each B-ln. tub, 42 to 48-ln. high $6 00 each •-In. tub, 48 to tM-ln. high $6 00 each MADE-UP KENTIA FORSTERIANA »-in. tub, 4 plants, 42 to 48-ln. hlgh..$ 4 ea. JOaEPH HEACOCKCO. WTNCOTE, PA. In ordering goods please add "I saw It in HORTICULTURE." PANSY PLANTS From my well-known strain, none bet- ter; also DAISIES (bellis) and FOR- GET-ME-NOT, fine plants, $2.00 per 1000. LETTUCE GRAND RAPIDS, BIG BOSTON, $1.00 per 1000. J. C. SCHMIDT, BRISTOL, PA. PALMS, FERNS AND DECORATIVE PLANTS JOHN SCOTT Rutland Road and E. 45th St. Tel. 2890 Bedford BROOKLYN, N.Y. FERNS FOR DISHES Assorted varieties, 2 in. pots, $3.50 per 100, $30 per 1000 PRIMROSES OBGQNICA AND CHINESE Best strains, z% in. pots, $3 per 100, $25 per 1000, Cash with order. FRANK OECHSLIN 4911 Quincf St., • - CHICAGO, ILt. NEPHROLEPIS MAGNIFICA THB SBNdATIONAL NOTBLTT Btroag m-ln. gteck, 9SB.00 per UXk. WHITMANII m-lB.. »40.00 per 1000; SH-ln., from Baaek, 18.00 per 100. BOSTON FERNS $30.00 per 1000. H. H. BARROWS & SON. WHITMAN. MASS. Chinese Primulas VIlRiorin's Finest. From 2^ inch pots, very strong. $2.50 per iOO Bjr*. H I3J »• I« JVI A. IV PC , North and Mllto* Aves. BALTIMORE, MD. October 2, 1909 HORTICULTURE 465 l^EW Notes from the Arnold Arboretum Besides the genus Davidia described in the last issue there have been recently introduced from China quite a number of other genera of trees and shrubs entirely new to cultivation. Our plants of these are of course still small and only very few have flowered and fruited as yet with us, but the herbarium specimens we have here together with descriptions give us a fairly good idea what they look like and whether they might be of horti- cultural value. Of their hardiness, however, we know but little ; this is a matter to be learned from experience. A remarkable and handsome genus is Emmenopterys of which only one species, E. Hcnryi, is known. It is a tree from thirty to forty feet high with opposite broadly elliptic leaves from four to six inches long. The funnel- form yellowish white fragrant flowers are about one inch long and are disposed in large terminal clusters bearing at the outside large white bracts about two inches long and persisting till the fruits, oblong capsules, are ripe. It belongs to the Eubiaceae and its hardiness is doubt- ful. Paederia foetida belongs to the same family and is a climbing shrub with opposite slender-stalked elliptic leaves from three to four inches in length; they bear in their axils loose panicles without the stalk from five to seven inches long of tubular, white or pale pink flowers about one-half inch long and followed by light brown ovoid capsules. The liardiness is doubtful. Lcptodermis oblonc/a is another member of the same family from North China and probably perfectly hardy here. It forms a small shrub with opposite oblong leaves not exceeding one inch in length and with slender tubu- lar violet flowers little over one-half inch long and borne in few-flowered clusters at the end of the branch- lets. The fruit is a small capsule. Carricria cahjcina, a tree attaining fifty feet in height, belongs to the Flacourtiaceae and is related to Idesia which it also resembles in habit and in its hand- some foliage. The alternate leaves borne on long and slender stalks are ovate to oblong-ovate or sometimes obovate in outline, from four to seven inches long, cre- nately serrate and perfectly glabrous. The white flow- ers appear in few-flowered racemes at the end of the branchlets ; they are about three-quarter of an inch long and may be compared in shape to those of a tubular- flowered Clematis save that they are shorter and broader and have five sepals. The fruit is a long-pointed slender capsule from two to three inches long. It may probably be fairly hardy with us. Another closely related new genus is Poliothyrsis with only one species, P. chinensis, which also recalls Idesia in foliage and habit. It is a tree attaining thirty feet in height with alternate slender-stalked leaves ovate to ovate-oblong in outline and long-pointed, slightly cre- nate at the margin and from four to seven inches long. The whitish flowers are small, only about one-third of an inch in diameter, but as they are borne in large and many-flowered panicles from four to six inches long, ap- pearing with a few leaves at the base from axillary and terminal buds toward the end of last year's branches, they are quite conspicuous particularly in combination with the handsome foliage. The fruit is a capsule about three-quarters of an inch long. A third genus of the same family is Xylosma, of which several species occur in China. They are small trees with ovate to oblong leaves from two to four inches QA| long and crenate at the margin. The insignificant flowers are borne in small axillary clusters and followed by purplish black small berries. It is apparently of lit- tle ornamental value. Rambles in the Black Hills The conformation of this region is much like the Eockies though not on so grand a scale. Custer has an elevation of about 5500 feet. The air is cool and brac- ing. Here you find the Bull or ponderosa pine, and also the Black Hills spruce, which is a variety of the white spruce and much sought after for the prairies of Nebraska. We find in the West that we must be careful where we get our trees. White spruce from Maine and New Hampshire cannot stand our dry climate. Those from northern Minnesota and Wisconsin do better. But the belt of them which swings down in the Black Hills suc- ceed finely. I stayed two days on the ranch of J. V. Vallenthime, a German who was formerly connected with the Prussian forestry department. He collects tons of evergreen seed for our forest service and others. There will be few if any seeds this year. Only the pon- derosa pine seems to be common to the Eockies and the Black Hills. The Berberis repens or Oregon grape is also found in both sections. This is often used for making jams and jellies. PROBABLY A NEW IRIS I noticed a very hardy iris which grows on the dry hills among the rocks and stones. I saw from the seed pods that they had been flowering in July. Mr. Val- lenthime says the blossom is of deep clear blue, charm- ingly veined with other tints. It seems to belong to the Siberian family, with tufted roots instead of rhizomes. The flowers are said to be three inches across. As these grow in exposed places where the mercury touches 40 below they must be very hardy. The foliage and seed pods resemble the Siberian type. I secured both plants and seeds and sent some also to B. H. Farr of Beading, Pa., for him to test, as he is the best expert along that line in America probably. I am really in hopes some- thing will come of it, and we can probably cross it with other sorts and so add to our great iris collection. By the way a manual on the iris is now in preparation. This was much needed as there was no work at reason- able price within the reach of common people. Mr. Vallenthime has about two hundred acres, fifty of which is fine fertile valley land. He now proposes to raise millions of evergreens, mostly spruce for which there is a great call and it is impossible to supply the demand. His home is in the valley where you hear the soothing lullaby of a stream of purest water which he can use for irrigation if need be. The charming valley is hemmed in by hills covered with evergreens and it is a quiet and charming place and a very congenial home for raising young conifers. Yorl- Neb. (^ ^^f^vrvulTVi 466 HORTlCULTURi: October 2, 1909 New Chinese Vines and Their Uses A race of trailing plants is being introduced to British gardens by Messrs. J. Veitch & Sons, under the general name of Vitis, that are destined to become very valuable decoratively in the garden. Mostly they are the discoveries of Mr. Wilson in Western China and the borders of Thibet; and being natives of the moun- tainous regions of those parts of the globe, they are per- fectly hardy in all temperate countries of both hemis- pheres. At the Coombewood nurseries of Messrs. Veitch they have been during the past six years without any protection successfully cultivated in the open air. Simi- larly with many other plants of a hardy nature, they are amenable to forcing of a gentle kind when grown in pots, thus extending the period during which their peculiar beauty of leaf can be enjoyed. They are plants of easy cultivation, well adapted to covering walls, pil- lars, rafters and principals in cool greenhouses, for fill- ing hanging baskets and amphorae, and for uses as edgings to plant stages, groups of other plants, either under glass or out of doors. They form capital orna- ments in the flower garden when grown as standards tied to poles, like pillar roses, or for forming garlands and suspending from chains, or as arches above beds filled with flowering plants, and several other purposes that will occur to the intelligent gardener. As hanging screens to porches with open arches, similarly to the Ampelopsis quinquefolia and A. Veitchii, they will be admirable substitutes for these species. Vitis megalophylla is a remarkable species with bipinnate leaves 2-3 feet across, resembling individually those of Koelreuteria paniculata, glabrous in every part, dark green above, and pale green beneath. The plant makes growths of 8-10 feet in a season. V. leeoides is a distinct species having leaves resembling those of the genus Leea consisting of five ovate leaflets of a glossy green on the upper surface and claret colored be- neath. It is also glabrous in all parts. The edges of the leaflets are serrate with an acuminate apes, and dif- fer in form and contour from all other species. V. Hen- ryii is a very ornamental vine having digitate leaves consisting of five lanceolate leaflets with serrate edges. The ground color is a dark velvety green, whilst the midrib and principal veins are silvery white. This va- riegation is more pronounced in autumn when the ground color becomes red, the midrib and veins remain- ing white, v. armata possesses dark green leaves in summer, changing to various bright reddish tints in au- tumn. V. armata var. Veitchii is a strong climber and the most decorative vine as yet distributed. It may be grown successfully in any situation. The tint of the leaves in the autumn is a rich crimson lake, and in the summer it is a shining bronzy green. V. flexuosa var. Wilsonii is a distinct form of the species, and highly ornamental. The neat foliage is of a deep bronzy tint with a metallic lustre, and the under surface of the young leaves is of a bright purple color. V. repens is another hardy ornamental vine, of vigorous growth and self- clinging, therefore makes a first-class wall plant. The leaves when young are of a red-brown tint on the upper surface and claret colored beneath. The older leaves are about 6 inches in length, slightly trilobed, deep green with a peculiar velvety appearance. V. Thomsonii is a pretty species with stems and leaves of a purplish tint. The leaves consist of five leaflets, greenish purple above and bright claret beneath, changing in autumn to purplish red. The growths being slender, make the jilant well adapted for situations in which stronger growing species would be unsuitable. Roses Under Glass VENTILATION W^ith the advent of autumn the real importance of a thorough knowledge of the art of ventilation becomes apparent. Stock which has been properly ventilated "night and day" and otherwise carefully treated during the summer, should now be in a condition fit to undergo all the vicissitudes of fall and winter culture. But stock, even of the finest character, can soon be spoiled by careless or imprudent ventilation and when plants have thus been allowed to suffer the utmost care and skill is required to bring them back to good growing condition again. Ventilation at night requires the same careful thought and judgment as is bestowed upon it during the day. It is a pitiful fact that some growers overlook or do not know this, and frequently the best efforts of the man in charge during the day are nullified by a few hours of misdirected work at night. If the night temperature required is .60 degrees this should be kept up at all haz- ards, but the proper way to do this is not to close the ventilators to exclude the cold air. The air must be kept in circulation and if this cannot be maintained without the aid of artificial heat, by all means start a fire in the boiler and supply the heat. The practice of closing the ventilators and withhold- ing heat is very conducive to fungous diseases and can- not but result in weakening the growth of the plants and making them susceptible to mildew and all the other troubles the rose is heir to. INSECTS Eed-spider should not be allowed to make headway as it is one of the most insidious pests we have to con- tend with during the winter. Syringe thoroughly when the weather is favorable and give particular attention to those plants situated near to the pipes where the air is dry and warm, as there is where you are likely to have the most trouble. The green-fly is now becoming troublesome and the houses should be fumigated regularly to keep them in check. Tobacco stems or tobacco extracts are usually effective for this purpose and can be obtained from any of the firms who advertise in these columns. Advantage should be taken of the cold nights to paint the steam pipes with sulphur. If this is done, and the ventilation is properly attended to, there will be little trouble from mildew. i\^-1^^:^f^^C^^f^rf October 2, 1909 HORTICULTURE 467 Three Good Orchids Vamla i?aiKleriaua. TANDA SAXDERIANA Vanda Sanderiana is no doubt one of the most beau- tiful orchids known, but owing to the high prices gen- erally asked for imported plants it is still quite rare in collections and it certainly would not be a profitable plant for the commercial man to grow either as a flower- ing plant or for cut flowers. However, it is possible that plants could be raised from seeds and distributed amongst the different collections at a price within reach of all. Of course it would require a good deal of pa- tience until the plants would be of flowering size, but the final reward would pay for all the trouble taken. Under ordinary circumstances plants ought to be big enough to flower in five to sis years and perhaps sooner as orchids raised from seed grow away much faster after the first year or two than imported plants. The flowers of this lovely Vanda measure about four inches across, the dorsal sepal and petals are pink, the two lower petals are pale nankeen outside, yellowish in- side, veined and reticulated with dull crimson and bor- dered with the same color as the dorsal sepal and petals, and the lip is of a reddish-purple suffused with dull green at the base and of a bright chocolate purple toward the tip. Being a native of Mindanao, Philippine Islands, it re- quires stove temperature to grow it well ; broken pots- herds covered with living sphagnum moss is all the com- post required. A light shading during the hot summer months will keep the leaves from getting yellow, but too dense a shade will mean fewer flowers. Keep moder- ately dry in winter, else the roots are very apt to rot. The photograph represents only a small spray. A fine specimen plant which carried 127 flowers was figured in the Orchid Review, Vol. IV; it must have been a beautiful sight, and if the plant is still alive it ought, by this time, to beat anything in existence in this line. Deudrobium formosum. TRICHOPELIA TOETILIS. The subject of our cover illustration is a pretty little summer flowering orchid, native of Mexico. The large, solitary flowers have the sepals and petals spirally twisted, yellowish green with brownish blotches along the middle part : the lip pure white outside, the throat blotched witliin with yellow and rose. It is a very neat little plant, growing only about six inches high and gives a good deal of satisfaction for the small amount of room it takes up. Here it grows well sus- pended from the roof in a partly shady situation in the cattleya house. DENDEOBIUJI FORJIOSUil Dendrobium formosum is a fine fall-flowering Den- drobe of the nigro-hirsute section. Its beautiful white flowers measure from 4 to 5 inches across and are very fragrant, reminding one of the odor of water lilies. For the commercial man it is one of the best paying orchids to grow for it flowers at a season when other white or- chids are scarce and therefore a good market for them is easily found. Xew imported plants can be bought at a reasonable figure and if taken care of will well pay for themselves the first season. They should be watered very sparingly during the winter months, but in sum- mer, after the young growths are well rooted until the flowers are open, plenty of water should be given and an occasional dose of weak liquid manure. They are best grown in full sun all the year with plenty of fresh air at all times. They do not require as much heat as other Dendrobiums ; in winter from 50 to 55 degrees at night with a rise of 5 to 10 degrees through the day will be about right ; in summer as near 60 degrees at night and 65 degrees through the day will suit them well. When potting use small pots and just a little osmunda fibre on top of the crocks. Naugatucl-, Conn. (^.J^^^£^ 468 HORTICULTURE: October 2, 1909 horticulture: VOL. X OCTOBER 2, 1909 NO. 14 PUBLISHED WEEKLY BY HORTICULTURE PUBLISHING CO. Jl Hamilton Place, Boston, Mass. Telephone, Oxford ig: WM. J. STEWART, Editor and Maoager SUBSCRIPTION PRICE One Year, in advance, $i.oo; To Foreien^Couniries,$3.oo; To Canada, $1.50 ADVERTISING RATES Per loch, 30 inches to page :,',''' *'"'"■ DUcounts on Contracts for consecutive insertions, as follows: One month (4 times) 5 per cent. ; three months U3 times) 10 per cent.; ■Ix months (26 times) 20 per cent. ; one year (52 times) 30 per cent. Page and half page spaces, special rates on application. Eatered as second-class matter December 8, 1904, at the Post Office at Bostoa, Mass under the Act of Congress of March 3, 1879. CONTENTS Page •COVER ILLUSTRATION— Trlchopelia torUlls. NOTES FROM THE ARNOLD ARBORETUM— Alfred Rehder ^^° IRAMBLES IN THE BLACK HILLS— C. S. Harrison.. 4b5 NEW CHINESE VINES AND THEIR USES— Frederick Moore *66 ROSES UNDER GLASS— J. E. Simpson 4bb THREE GOOD ORCHIDS— M. J. Pope— Illustrated 4b7 ABOUT CONVENTION RATES 469 POLYGONUM LANIGERUM— F. M 469 BY "WIR'ElESS" FROM THE HEART OF THE COM- MONWEALTH *69 NEWS OF THE CLUBS AND SOCIETIES: Connecticut Horticultural Society— American Carna- tion Society- Society of American Florists— Buffalo florists' ciub— Minnesota State Florists" Association Newport Horticultural Society— American Rose So- ciety 470 • Royal Horticultural Society, F. Moore— Chrysantlie- inum Society of America— New England Dahlia So- ciety—Club and Society Notes 471 SEED TRADE: Seed Corn— Seed Peas— Pea Quotations— The Short- age in Vine Seeds— We Told You So— California Beans— The Corn Paclt- Notes 473 Another Seed Fann for Burpee, Edwin Lonsdale, por- trait G O. Watson— A Wedding at Cambridge, N. Y. 474 OF INTEREST TO RETAIL FLORISTS 476 Steamer Departures— Retail Flower Stores 476 Flowers by Telegraph 477 FLOWER MARKET REPORTS: Boston, Buffalo, Chicago '. 479 Detroit, New York, Philadelphia, Washington 481 Indianapolis 486 DURING RECESS: Chicago Sports — A Presentation— Buffalo Bowlers... 486 OBITUARY: Edward T. Alburger, Jr.— John Forbes— Thomas J. Johnson— Peter Barr, A Reminiscence, portrait, G. C. Watson 488 MISCELLANEOUS. Scarcity of Azaleas and Palms 469 The Culture of Lilies— E. H. Jenkins 472 X.ilium Longiflorum Multiflorum Crop in Japan 472 Catalogues Received 474 Chicago Notes— News Notes 477 A Horticultural Building Wrecked 486 Business Changes 486 New England Fruit Show 487 Personal 487 Greenhouses Building or Contemplated 489 Patents Granted 489 Just twenty-four years ago, September A memorable 30, 1884, an event of all-absorbing im- occasion portance in the orchid world took place, for then the world-renowned collection made by tlie late Mrs. Mary J. Morgan was put on sale in New York. The buyers came from everywhere in this country and even from England. William Elliott, the veteran auctioneer, never faced a more aristocratic audience. Vanda Sanderiana, the beautiful orchid illus- trated in this issue, reached the highest price of the sale, H. A. Siebrecht paying $900 for the plant which had originally cost Mrs. Morgan not far from $2,000. Mr. Siebrecht had, as competing bidders, Louis Menand, Isaac Buchanan, William Court representing Veitch & Son, and John Bergman representing Sander & Co. Charles J. Osborn of Mamaroneck was said to be the party Mr. Siebrecht represented. There were other sensational sales recorded;- Cypripedium Morganiamira went to Veitch for $750 and Vanda Lowii to the late W. S. Kimball for $400. Cattleya labiata, now the great stand-by of the commercial florist, was a rare bird twenty-four years ago. G. W. McKenzie paid $160 for a C. labiata with eight bulbs ; Veitch paid $90 for a labi- ata and $200 for a Cattleya Skinneri alba. Little did the orchid enthusiasts of that The orchid time think that within a couple of as a florists' decades there would be tens of thousands flower of square feet of glass devoted to Cattleya labiata, C. Mossise, C. Trianae and other rich and beautiful orchids for the every day use of the commercial florist. A few j'ears later F. Sander visited this country and took occasion to make a prediction regarding the use of orchids in cut flower work which has been fully verified and there is every prospect vhut for many years to come the growing and the sale of or- chids for such use will continue to increase. The scar- city of this class of flowers at certain periods will un- doubtedly be eliminated in time through the cultural skill and ingenuity of our growers. There are many spe- cies not as yet grown for commercial purposes that will in time find favor. For the famine season of early fall more might be grown to advantage of the sorts whicli are responsive at that time of year such as Cattleyas Bowringeana, Gaskelliana and Eldorado, Odontoglossum grande, Vanda ccerulea, Dendrobium formosum, several of the oncidiums, etc., and we have no doubt the florist trade would absorb them. The irregularity of the sup- ply and the disappointment of being unable to procure them sometimes when most needed has been the main damper upon the orchid's more general use by florists. The twentieth century is conspicuous Shorter hours for many steps forward. Science and sociology have gone hand in hand and the business world has done its best to keep pace. One of the many ameliorating conditions brought about has been shorter hours for the workers. For many a day the florist, both wholesale and retail, has had no hours. Now all this is changing. In most of our big cities, the wholesaler at least, gets through early in the after- noon, and is in good shape to hustle by da3'light of the ne.xt morning. Conservative Philadelphia is a laggard in this humane field; but at last comes the news from there, that the time-honored 8 P. M. closing hour of the commission houses has had its death knell sounded. One big house there (the Pennock-Meehan Co.) has had the courage to face the issue and announces that from now on their store will close at 6 P. M. the year round (holidays and such special occasions excepted). They may lose some trade at first, but eventually they will gain and get full 'credit for progressiveness and an apti- tude to conform to the spirit of the age. We should not be surprised to see the idea of earlier closing gain favor with the retail dealers also. Once the public get accus- tomed to it they will accept the situation as they liave in other lines of retail trade where a similar reform has been put in operation within a few years. October 2, 1909 HORTICULTURE. 469^ ABOUT CONVENTION RATES. Editor HORTICULTURE: Dear Sir,— My attention has been called to an editorial in your paper re- garding reduced rates for tlie conven- tion and criticising by implication th.e undersigned for failure to get conces- sions for the S. A. F. convention, in view of the fact that the National Nut Growers' Association, which meets, I assume, in the territory of the South- eastern Passenger Association, was able to get special concessions. It may not be known to all of your readers that the United States is di- vided up, one may say, into districts, so far as the railroad passenger traffic is concerned, each one presided over by a special association. Both Cincin- nati and Niagara Falls are in the ter- ritory of the Central Passenger Asso- ciation; Poulan, Ga., is in one of the Southern associations. The method of obtaining a reduced rate is to first apply to the association controlling the territory in which the meeting is held and then to apply to all other traffic associations. The as- sociation in whose territory the meet- ing is held acts first and the other as- sociations generally follow the lead of the one controlling the special terri- tory affected. The Central Passenger Association refused, both last year and this year, to grant any concessions ex- cept on a requirement of an attendance of one thousand, and this year the other associations refused to make any rate for that reason. It is evident that the Southern Association in the case of the Nut Growers' meeting made a rate and the other two associations made the same rate, although it does not appear from the article in your paper that the Central Association has joined in the agreement or made any special rates. It your article is meant as a criti- cism of the arbitrary actions o£ the various passenger associations, the writer has nothing but approval to ex- press. If, however, it is intended as a criticism of the present officers of the S. A. P., the writer must most em- phatically protest. Yours truly, W. N. RUDD, Secretary. The editorial in question was not in- spired by a desire to criticise the offi- cers of the S. A. F. but was written in the hope that it might help towards creating an agitation which might cul- minate in a sentiment among the S. A. F. members, aggressive enough to follow up the "arbitrary actions of the various passenger associations" and to insist that the S. A. F. gets at least as much consideration as any other organization of equal size and importance. The facts of the division of territoiy among the various passen- ger associations are as stated by Sec- retary Rudd and, we think, are gen- erally understood, as they have been published annually in S. A. F. pro- grams and in the trade papers for many years. The experience of the writer does not conform to Mr. Rudd's assertion that "the other associations generally follow the lead of the one controlling the special territory af- fected." On the contrary, they very often refuse and the further removed they are from the convention location the more reluctant they are to co- operate with the initial passenger committee which, for obvious reasons, is the one most likely to be liberally disposed. Our understanding of the sit- uation in the case of the Nut Growers is that the Central Passenger Association has agxeed to a fare of one and three- fifths on the certificate plan in its ter- ritory for the round trip for those wishing to attend the Georgia meeting fiom points within its jurisdiction. If we are correct — and we have the printed statement of the secretary of the Nut Growers' Association to this ettect — then it does seem that the dis- crimination in the case of the S. A. F. needs some other explanation than the one accepted by our Secretary Rudd. Not that any explanation is of any value now except possibly as a guide and basis on which to begin the cam- paign for a favorable rate next year. The experience of the writer in dealing with the chairmen of the various pas- senger committees for many yeai's has shown these gentlemen to have very thick hides, due no doubt to the con- stant appeals from organizations of every stripe which they have to with- stand, so it is well to begin early and watch every trick. POLYGONUM LANIGERUM. Plants having fine, large, grey foli- age are rarities in the garden; at the same time they have their uses, con- trasting as they do with the green and colored foliage of numerous decorative plants, sub-troplca.1 and others; as for example with wigandlas, cann-as, mus- as, aralias, etc., and with such flower- ing plants as Dahlia imperialis and the florists' varieties, both single and double flowered, and several other species employed in sub-tropical groups. The plant is not particular as to soil, but it needs a hot and sheltered position, and much moisture in warm weather; and the tall stems to be securely fastened to sufficiently strong stakes, in order to prevent wind wav- ing, and these should be so arranged as to be concealed under the leaves. The pretty, tailed and waved leaves are narrow and run to a fine point, reaching a length of nearly two feet by a breadth of three-quarters inches. The flowers are terminal on the shoots, are pale pink, and only visible at close quarters. The plant should be left to its fate at the end of the summer and a fresh stock raised from seeds in early spring. F. M. SCARCITY OF AZALEAS PALMS. AND We learn fiom several sources that the cold wet summer in Belgium has prevented azaleas from making their usual growth and for that reason plants will not be so liberal in size or so well budded as in former seasons. Deliver- ies now arriving bear out these state- ments. Palms are as scarce as ever, princi- pally owing to the large demand from Germany, Russia, England and France. Azaleas are up in price and will be higher by next fall. Dresden growers have taken over 500,000 more plants than usual from Ghent this fall. Arau- carias are plentiful. BY "WIRELESS" FROM "THE HEART OF THE COMMON- WEALTH." H. F. A. Lange, of Worcester, Mass., who has been in rather poor health, for some time past, is feeling much bet- ter of late, which will be pleasing news to a host of friends throughout New England and elsewhere. Mr. Lange has carried on the florist business In Worcester for 41 years and at his greenhouses may be found, now as al- ways heretofore, everything worth try- ing among the new introductions in florists' material. Mr. Lange's two sons, Albert H. and Carl C, are in charge of the greenhouses and the store, respectively. It is especially gratifying to find La Detroit among the roses most highly prized here. Carl Lange pronounces it the best of all the summer roses, being a splendid bloomer with long stems, a good keeper in the warm weather and always popu- lar. Suburban and country florists who do business all the year roimd should give Detroit a good space in their rose houses. Another rose that is prized here is Mrs. Jardine. the blooms of which are now beginning to come full and bright and the delicious fragraffce of this rose wins for it every time. President Carnot and Kaiserin are in- dispensable for the summer trade. Chrysanthemum October Frost is now coming in with excellent flowers and both this variety and Golden Glow are in short supply for the daily demand. Albert B. Knowlton, of North Graf- ton, is exclusively a carnation grower and has a range of considerable extent. It is a question if there is another place of equal size in which not a sin- gle vacancy or dead or sickly plant can be found. We heard a carnation grower of high repute recently refer- ring with much pride to the fact that he had not lost an average of over half a dozen plants per house this season. Whatever may be the reason, it will be agreed that Mr. Knowlton's experi- ence is very unusual. The varieties most largely grown are Fair Maid, Bos- ton Market, Winsor, Beacon, Lawson and White Perfection. North Grafton is a suburb of Worcester, six miles out> and is in a very fertile region. William Gardner, whose son has been caring for his place at Westboro, Mass., while he was running for the mort- gagee the establishment formerly be- longing to Coolidge Bros, at South Sudbury, has given up the latter and will give all his time to the Westboro^ place when he has erected an ad- ditional carnation house this fall. Some of the aster growers in Central Massachusetts have adopted the plan of growing asters under cloth. This protects them against bad weather and at the present time when rain and fog have practically ruined the exposed as- ter crop these growers are able to mar- ket perfect blooms which, in the scarc- ity of salable flowers, bring a good price. Why shouldn't this method b© more generally followed? 470 HORTICULTURE October 2, 1909 NEWS OF THE CLUBS AND SOCIETIES CONNECTICUT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. The annual dahlia exhibition of this society was held at Unity Hall, In the capital city, Hartford, Sep. 23-24: and, •despite unfavorable weather on both days, which diraished the attendance, the concensus of opinion is that it was the largest and best show of dahl- ias ever seen hereabouts. The stage in the hall was artistically arranged with palms and palmettos from the greenhouses of James J. ■Goodwin; and the walls were attrac- tively covered with asparagus, eulalias and vari-colored grasses, interspersed with asters on the window sills. On the main floor, on long tables, were arranged, in vases and bottles, the var- ious classes of dahlias, surpassing in form, color and richness, anything ■ever shown around here before. Be- sides the immense profusion of dahlias numerous other cut flowers were pres- ent, for exhibition only, lending an ad- ditional charm to the already delight- ful display. Among these latter were Crego asters, shown by Magee Pratt; helianthus, by Mrs. J. M. Adams; tea roses, phlox, gaillardia, coreopsis, des- modium and digitalis, by the Holoomb Street Nurseries, who also had a fine display of evergreens outside the front door; salpiglossis, by D. W. Mix, of Bristol; .Japanese asters, by John Ger- ard, of New Britain: roses, by Neil Nelson; gladioli, by John H. Holnombe of New Haven, and by L. H. Robert- son: anemones, by Pi-esident John F. Huss; azaleas, by Mrs. W. Seliger ("Garden Notes"). Spear & McManus, and John Coombs, local florists, also made tasteful displays of cut flowers. Peter Zuger, florist of the city parks of Hartford, showed 125 varieties of dahlias, not for competition, but re- ceived a special award, as did also George W. Smith, of Melrose, for a handsome exhibit of 18 varieties of finiit. Among the largest exhibitors of dahlias, in the professional class, were President Huss; H. F. Burt, of Taun- ton. Mass., and J. H. Holcorabe, all of whom received numerous awards in the various classes. Others in the pro- fessional class obtaining prizes were Neil Nelson; David Herbert & Son, of Atco, N. J.: AV. W. Hunt; W. S. Mason, of Farmington, and James P. Ralph, of New Britain. In the amateur classes, James M. Adams received first premium for the best collection, and Mrs. Adams took the first prize for the best floral piece of dahlias. A. Righenzi was awarded several premiums, including the silver medal offered by Stumpp & Walter, of New Yoik city, for the best collection of cactus dahlias shown by an amateur. Others taking honor? in the amateur ■class were C. J. Barbour, I^. H. Rob- ertson, C. A. Helfricht. The following special awai'ds were also made: Diplo- ma, E. F. Atwood, for best collection of dahlias not yet disseminated; hon- orable mention, Neil Nelson, lor vases of roses; certificate of merit, James W. Scott, for collection of evergreens; vote of thanks, to John Gerard, for ■collection of asters. The judges were A. H. Wingelt and F. Heereman, both of Lenox, .Mass., whose work was performed with ef- ficiency and impartiality. We are now looking forward to our chrysanthemum exhibition, which will take place in Hartford on Nov. 4-5. GEORGE W. SMITH, Secretary. Melrose, Conn. AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. We are now engaged in making up the premium list for the Carnation Ex- hibition, to be held at Pittsburg, Pa., January 26-27, 1910, in connection with the 19th annual convention of our so- ciety, and we are now taking advertis- ing matter for this list If you have ever tried this list as an advertising medium, you will know that it is one of the very best. If you have never tried it, we urge you to give it a trial this year. Every copy will be put into the hands of some live up-to-date grow- er, or dealer, who buys of any good article brought to his notice. The proceeds from these "ads" are used to defray the expenses incidental to this convention, and when you con- sider the great good these exhibitions are doing for the trade, you. will see ihat we give double value for the cost of the ad. "iou get the advertising, and then we spend the money on improv- ing your trade. There is no better business proposition offered than this. The new list will be similar in size and general mal:e-up to previous lists. Kindly send us copy as early as pos- sible to insure good position. Special premiums are also solicited for this exhibition, which will, with- out any doubt, be the best our society has ever held. State full particulars. Pittsburg is centrally located, and you are urged to arrange to be present and bring a new member. The dues are $2.00 annually, with an additional entrance fee of ?1.00 for new members. ALBERT M. HBRR, President, A. F. J. BAUR, Secretary. Grimm & Gorley, St. Louis, Mo., reg- ister new carnation. Vincent's Pink — ■ Guardian Angel x Enchantress; color Bridesmaid pink; size, 3 to 3 1-2 in. Compact and vigorous grower. No surplus grass. Five years' trial proven satisfactory. A. F. J. BAUR. Secretary. SOCIETY AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HOR- TICULTURISTS. Registry of Berberis Thunbergii, Var. Silver Beauty. Mr. M. J. Van Leeuwen advises that this variety originated in 1905 instead of 1908 as published, a mistake hav- ing been made by him in writing the date in his application. W. N. RUDD, Sec'y. BUFFALO FLORISTS' CLUB. The next regular meeting of this club will be held on Tuesday, October Sth. A good attendance is looked for on account of the paper which will be read by W. A. Adams on the "Slaugh- ter of Flowers." MINNESOTA STATE FLORISTS' ASSOCIATION. The September meeting of the Min- nesota State Florists' Association took place on September 21 at St. Paul, President W irth being in the chair. To induce more employes to join the as- sociation the dues were cut down to ?2.00 for the ensuing year. Messrs. Smith, Dysinger and Swan- son were appointed a committee to diaw resolutions on the death of Gov- ernor Johnson. An invitation from the State Horti- cultural Society to take part on their program at the annual meeting in De- cember was accepted. The executive committee 'will decide the best way of participating; probably some papers of general interest will be read, and possibly some good house plants will be exhibited. The executive committee is getting busy in forming the details for the tall llower show in IS'IO, to be held in the city which furnishes the largest guar- antee fund. Mr. Smith, Lakewood Cemetery, of- fered to read a paper at the next meet- ing on "The Employes' View of the Employer." A. Swanson will take the other side, "The Employers' View of the Employe." It is the intention of ihe executive committee to have a de- tail of police there in case the debate should get too interesting. NEWPORT HORTICULTURAL SO- CIETY. At a regular and well attended meet- ing of this society held on the even- ing of Sept. 28, a large volume of busi- ness was transacted in connection with the recent exhibition and all being done in harmony with the report of the judges and the secretary. The silver cup offered by Rickards Bros, of New York, for the best table decoration was then presented to A. J. Dorward, the winner. Colonel A. K. McMahon mak- ing the presentation speech, which was of some length and in keeping with his reputation as a natural orator. Alex. MacLellan had on exhibition a very at- tractive table of seedling single dahlias, which were examined by a committee, and one vase of a crimson variety with yellow centre was awarded a first class certificate of merit. This variety was pronounced to be an improvement on the well known Newport Beauty, and is named "Kype." The business part of the meeting was followed by a discussion on how to improve the premium sched- ule for another year and many good suggestions were brought out. AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY. The executive committee of the American Rose Society will meet at the office of Messrs. Traendly & Schenck, 44 West 28th street. New York City, on Wednesday afternoon, October 6th, at 3 o'clock, to take up matters of som.e importance relative to the preparation for the coming ex- hibition to be held in the American Museum of Natural History, New York City. BENJ. HAMMOND, Sec'y. October 2, 1909 HORTICULTURE 471 ROYAL HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. The hall at Vincent Square, West- minster, was fairly well filled on Au- gust 31 with flowers in season such as shrubby phloxes, kniphofia, montbre- tias, Rhododendron Javanico-Jasminae- florum hybrids, including the variety Clorinda, new, and of a pink color; miscellaneous hardy herbaceous peren- rxials, gladiolus, clematis, and from Messrs. J. Veitch & Sons a large col- lection of plants yet new to Britisli gardens, introductions from China and Manchuria through Mi. Wilson; and several exhibits of miscellaneous spe- cies of orchids, many of which were of interest for their novelty and the beauty of their flowers, or some peculi- arity of their shape or coloring. Charleswonh &. Co. were the exhibi- tors of the largest number of orchids, if not of the most novelties; and some beautiful species and varieties were re- marked, of which I specify a few. Lae- lio-cattleya Elva is distinguished by a rich purple lip and a throat of a gold- en yellow decorated with purple lines; L.-e. Dominiana, a grand hybrid raised by the late .John Dominy from a cross between Catlleya Dowiana and a Lae- lia, probably L. elegans; Cattleya Mrs. IMtt, 0. Venus, C. Rhoda, a flower hav- ing a rich purple lip on which are lines of bright yellow, the sepals and petals being green shaded with purple. Ed. V. Low showed Cattleya Gaskel- liana alba, a Venezuela species, as are all Gaskelliana, which originated with the late B. S. Williams of Holloway. The flower has pure white sepals and petals 6 inches -in width with but a slight yellow stain in the throat; and the rare Bulbophyllum granditlorum. R. G. Thwaites received an Award of Merit for Sophro-cattleya Blackii, a hybrid between Sophronitis grandiflora and Cattleya Hardyana. The flower is of a rich crimson tint, having a yellow stain at tbe base of the lip, and is about 3 Inches in width. This exhibi- tor showed another Sophro-cattleya in S.-c. Warnamiense atro-purpurea, a cross between Sophronitis grandiflora and Cattleya amethystoglossa; the flower is purplish crimson and the seg- ments are less in width than the fore- going variety. He showed likewise plants of OdontJoda Thwaitsii, of deep purple tint. Sir Trevor Lawrence showed a plant of Zygopetalum Lin- deni, a beautiful species allied to War- scewiczella velata, but it has flowers larger in all their parts, and the color is white with a few lines of purple at the base of the lip — a very charming species. Sir Trevor received a Botani- cal Certificate for Listrostachys (An- graecum) forcipata, a plant with mi- nute tubular semi-transparent white flowers. The plant has creeping rhi- zomes, and is of very dwarf habit. Lieut.-Col. G. L. Holford was award- ed a Silver Flora Medal for a group of orchids, and Award of Merit tor Laelio-cattleya Oriole, a brilliantly. col- ored flower of moderate size. He had a very beautiful Brasso-cattleya Digby- ana Warnerii. a name that sufHciently indicates the parents of the hybrid. H. S. Goodson, was the recipient of the Silver Flora Medal for a group of or- chids, as were Messrs. Sander & Sons, St. Albans, for cattleyas and laelio- cattleyas, most oi which had been pre- viously shown at the Hall. Stuart Low & Co., Bush Hill Park, Enfield, were awarded a Silver Bank- sian Medal for a mixed group of cat- tleyas, cypripediums, odoutoglossums, etc., but nothing of outstanding merit. F. W. Moore, curator. Dublin Botani- cal Garden, Glasnevin, received a Bo- tanical Certi.lcate for Dendrobium mu- ricatum, a small plant having one spike of about a dozen brown-colored flowers, of merely botanical interest. Miscellaneous Exhibits. Much interest was manifested in Messrs. Veitch & Sons' new introduc- tions from eastern Asia, not many of whicli were, however, in bloom. 1 may call attention to two Acers, viz., A. Davidii and A. griseum; Lonicera Maackii; several Buddleias; Piuus Ar- mandii, a pine having fine needles of the Cembra section, oblong cones, and smooth bark of a dull yellow color — in its native habitat the tree attains- a height of 40 to 50 feet; Tilia Oliveri; Cotoneaster reflexa, with crimson fruits cf globular shape, and the size of marbles; Ilex Perneyi, a dense grow- ing holly, leaves pale green when young, and becoming darker as they age — the plant obtained a First Class Certificate from the R. H. S. in 1908; Viburnum rhytidophyllum, an ever- green shrub having very fine foliage, the individual leaves about 8 inches in length and 2 inches in breadth, a dark green, the under side covered with a dense dun-colored felt — the flowers are of a yellowish white tint and come in corymbs at the ends of the shoots; Vi- burnum Henryii and several new spe- cies of Vitis of remarkable appearance, and highly decorative were noted as being suitable for a variety of purposes in the garden. K. Wallace & Co., exhibitors of glad- iolus, showed some varieties of Le- moine's hardy hybrids, mostly consist- ing of dark i-.lue or purple tints. They had also G. primulinum hybrids in red and yellow colors, having good long flower spikes with numerous flowers; a very distinct race. FREDERICK MOORE. CHRYSANTHEMUM SOCIETY OF AMERICA. Examining Committee. President Elmer D. Smith has an- nounced the committees to examine seedlings and sports on the dates as follows: October 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th, and November 6th, 13th, 20th, and 27th. Exhibits to receive atten- tion from the committees must in all cases be prepaid to destination and the entry fee, of $2.00 should be for- warded to the secretary not later than Tuesday of the week preceding the ex- amination or may accompany the blooms. Special attention is called to the rule requiring that sports, to re- ceive a certificate, must pass three committees. Boston, Mass.— E. A. Wood, Chair- man; James Wheeler, Wm. Nicholson. Ship flowers to Boston Flower Market, care John Walsh. , New York. — Eugene Dailledouze. Chairman: Wm. Duckham, A. Herring- ten. Ship flowers to New York Cut Flower Co., 55 W. 26th street, care of chairman. All flowers to be on hand by 2 p. m. on day of examination. Chicago. — J. B. Deamud, Chaiiman; Geo. Asmus, W. H. Kidwell. Flowers should be sent care of J. B. Deamud, 51 Wabash avenue, and should arrive by 2 p. m. on day of examination, Philadelphia. — A. B. Cartledge, Chair- man; John Westcott, W. K. Harris. Ship flowers to chairman, 1514 Chestnut street. Cincinnati. — R. Witterstaetter, Chair- man; James Allen, Henry Schwartz. Ship flowers to .labez Elliott Flower Market, care of janitor. NEW ENGLAND DAHLIA SOCIETY. "Maurice Fuld, secretary of the New England Dahlia Society, in a letter to the Globe, says that the annual meet- ing of the society was not held last Friday at Horticultural hall. He adds that there is but one New England dahlia society, and that its bylaws re- quire the annual meeting to be held in .January. The officers of the New England dahlia society, he says, are as follows: William F. Turner of New Belford, pres.; Henry W. liendal of Newton, vice-pres.; Maurice Fuld of Boston, sec; N. Allen Lindsay of Marblehead. treas.; F. W. Ela of Woburn, J. P. Bodge of Fall River, W. D. Moon of Lynn, George H. Walker of North Dighton and T. H. TVndale of Boston, ex. com." — Boston Globe. CLUB AND SOCIETY NOTES. The Berkeley County Horticultural Society are perfecting plans for a fruit exhibition and carnival at Martins- burg, W. Va., about the middle of November. Prizes to the value of $1000 will be offered in the fruit section. The executive committee of the New Bedford Horticultural Society has awarded the silver cup presented by Mrs. H. A. Jahn for the best exhibit in its flower show to James Garthly, gardener for the Rogers estate. This is the prize concerning which a mis- understanding developed, and which the judges declined to decide upon, be- cause they were represented by ex- hibits. The New London County Horticul- tural Society dahlia show in Bucking- ham Memorial Hall, Norwich, Conn., on September 24 and 25 was a big event. Among the dahlia exhibitors of prominence were 0. P. Chapman, Jr., John J. Kennedy, E. S. Manuel, W. W. Ives and C. A. Norcross. The table from Mrs. William Camp Lanman's estate, gardener C. T. Beasley, included some lily of the valley and magnificent roses. S. A. Gilbert showed gladioli; John Davy had a notable collection of tuberous begonias. The judg'es were Peter Zuger, John Malloney and Alex. MacLellan. The annual meeting of the American Pomological Society was held at St. Catherines, Canada, September 14 to 17. Among the interesting addresses were those of Dean L. H. Bailey of Cornell; J. C. Van Lindley. Pomona, N. C, who shipped over 14.000 crates of peaches this year; and John S. Col- lins on "Oriental Pears and Their Hy- brids." The officers were re-elected as follows: President, L. A. Goodman, Kansas City, Mo.; vice-president, T. V. Munson, Denison, Tex.; secretary, John Craig, Ithaca, N. Y.; treasurer, L. R. Taft. Agricultural College, Mich- igan; chairman executive committee, C. I... Watrous. Des Moines, la. 472 HORTICULTURE October 2, 1909 THE CULTURE OF LILIES. I am particularly interested in the remarks of A., on p. 163, on the deplor- able custom of the Japanese of denud- ing the bulbs of lilies of their roots prior to packing them for shipment to England. I have repeatedly called at- tention to the matter during the past 25 years. This practice appears almost universal among the lily exporters of Japan. During the past 40 years or so many consignments of L. auratum have been worthless, the bulbs being rotten or affected with fungus. Of the bound bulbs which are received, a large number quickly perish when placed in contact with the soil; whilst the few that flower fail to succeed in the fol- lowing year. The reason of the failure is not far to seek. The lily makes but two sets of roots each year — the basal and the fibrous. The basal roots are formed when the flowers are fading, and are generally cut away with any old roots that remain. Hence, for anj^ subsequent growth or flowering the plant is dependent upon the stem roots so abundantly produced above the bulb, and the latter usually collapses when the flower-stem is approaching its full height. This is the brief history of many thousands of lily bulbs that reach England each year, the great bulk ol them failing to produce a basal root at all. Were it otherwise, there would be no difficulty whatever in establish- ing many kinds in large numbers. This state of things is extremely disappoint- ing, and it is time that purchasers de- manded that the bulbs be shipped with the full complement of their roots as dug from the soil. Such a proceeding would naturally do away with the ex- isting system that obtains in Japan of moulding the bulbs in tempered clay, and, in place of the now plump-looking and rather heavy bulbs, with rootless base and fungus-affected core, we should see a less plump, fresh-looking bulb, somewhat shrivelled it may be, so far as the outer scales are concerned, but with roots intact and capable of immediate resuscitation when replant- ed in the soil. To what extent shrivel- ling would take place would largely depend on the system of packing, though, for Liliuras generally in the dormant state, ordinary packing be- tween thin layers of rather dry soil would suffice. In this connection, it is instructive to recall the fact that Mr. E. H. Wilson, when collecting lily bulbs in China, made a point of re- taining all the root-fibres to the bulbs, and no trouble was subsequently ex- perienced in establishing the plants. An alternative plan to importing buibs would be the raising of seedlings on a large scale, and this, in conjunction with the raising of home-grown stocks of lilies from scales and bulbils, is well worth attempting in this country. An important point to remember in this work is that many species of lilies re- quire to be treated not as perfectly hardy subjects, but rather as cool greenhouse plants during their two first seasons ot growth. At first sight it may appear a little illogical to ac- cord greenhouse treatment to a per- fectly hardy subject, but the disap- pointments, failures and losses of either open-air or cold-frame treat- ment are known to all who have en- gaged in the propagation of the lily by these means. Frequently in the case of L. auratum and L. speciosum in all their forms, and, indeed, many Have you followed the advertising running in these columns on A-P-H-l-N-E It has already explained much of the merits of this wonder- ful insecticide discovery, which effectually destroys plant lice of every species, without the slightest injury to the tenderest flower or foliage. If you have not, send for the new descriptive circular. A SPRAY- 1 PART APHINE TO 40 PARTS WATER ; $2.50 PER GALLON GEORGE E. n-ALMADGE, Inc., rorsotN:.! other species of lilies that do not pro- duce bulbiferous growths on the more exposed parts of their stems, there will be found near the base and just below the ground level a number of bulbils that will furnish useful stock. Your correspondent speaks of L. rubellum as a comparatively free seeder from im- ported bulbs, and says "seed may read- ily be obtained and ripened" if the blooms be pollinated. That, however, is not my experience, inasmuch as a large percentage of the bulbs do not reach the flowering stage at all. But where fiowers are produced, there is no better way of increasing this de- lightful plant. In the note on p. 169, referring to the home-raised lilies shown in the Supplementary Illustra- tion, the concluding sentence is as fol- lows: "Being a stem-rooting lily, the bulbs should be planted 3 to 4 inches deep." I believe, however, that all stem-rooting lilies may be buried much more deeply than this to their advan- tage. It is also important, too, that these stem-rooting kinds be given a rich food supply, renewed or augmented annually at the surface.— E. H. Jen- kins., in Gardeners' Chronicle, London, September 18, 1909. THE LILIUM LONGIFLORUM MUL- TIFLORUM CROP IN JAPAN. The crop of large-sized multiflorums is reported to be a complete failure. The bulbs when taken up were hardly any larger than when planted out, al- though the plants looked finer in the fields than in any season before. The glowers attribute this failure to the continuous rain during the month of June. Lilium longiflorum giganteum, which is dug later, seems to have suffered also and the crop will not be as plen- tiful as expected, according to cable advices received by New York import- ing houses. We are pleased to learn from James Vick's Sons, Rochester, N. Y., that while they have been looking for a good trade in bulbs this fall, they are actually surprised at the large num- ber of orders they are receiving, and that their total sales thus far surpass all previous records. This is the legit- imate and logical result of winning a reputation for sending out satisfactory goods. BEST PHLOXES ANDi PEONIES SUPERB IRIS All Strong Divisions — True to Name 1 I Buy Now Lowest Wholesale Rates : Send for Quotations on all Hardy Perennials |S. G. HARRIS Tarrytown, N, Y. CYCAS PALM 6 ft. wide, 5 ft taigfi, I6.in. pot and • tern, 16-ln. above the soil, 36 leaves. Price on Application. Elmer D. Smith & Co., Adrian, Micli. CYCLAMEN Best Strain in Cultivation. 4 in. pots. .$25 oo per IOC I 6 in. pots. .$75 oo per ic« 5 in. pots.. 50. cc " I 7 in. pots- .ico.oo " THOIVIAS ROLAND, NAHANT, MASS. PEACOCK'S CELEBRATED NEW DAHLIAS JACK ROSE and other cut flower sorts. SEND FOR CATALOG. Peacock Dahlia Farms WUIIamstown Junction, N.J. HERBERT, ATCO, N.J. DAHLIAS Every Day In the Year In ordering goods please add "I saw it in HORTICULTURE." October 2, 1009 HORTICULTURE 473 NOW YOU ARE TALKING ^! iPj^*^'^^^ ***^* order of Fall Bulbs. Why not send it to a concern which buys the best imported stock regardless of cost ? Our bulbs come from a grower who has furnished us good stock year after year. Not a single complaint was made to us about the quality of our regular wholesale stock last year. Isn't that worth considering ? MOREOVER YOU WANT TO SAVE MONEY The new Tariff Bill established lower duties on nearly all kinds of Bulbs. We have so adjusted prices as to give you the benefit of every cent of the decrease. Isn't that an advantage worth taking ? Don't delay. Send your order before the most popular kinds are sold out. Mention this paper when yoo write. JAMES VICK'S SONS. - - ROCHESTER. N. Y. Seed Trade Seed Corn. Rei)orts at this time about the corn crop are just a trifle conflicting, but a careful analysis of them leaves con- ditions much as last reported, though possibly showing a slight improvement in the grand total. Summing up the situation as nearly as it can be gauged at this writing, we should say corn will be short, but withal there will be enough to go around. Quality will not be as good as in some years, and it ■will not be easy to fill orders for ear corn to the satisfaction of the buyer, and only nubbins and generally im- perfect ears will lemain for shelling. Even in seasons when the corn crop is fiine, the cream of the crop is sold on the ear by many dealers, and those buying the shelled article seldom or never get high grade seed, as a large percentage of it comes from the culls. Seed Peas. The anticipated scvamlile to cover on pea seed has commenced, but offerings are few, and if high class pedigree seed is offered, prices are quite high enough to cause a gasp from the buyer, who quite likely will consider them too high, and will lay low and wait for a break. If he waits long enough it may come, but not before March or April, and then only tag ends will be offered, and because every one will want to clean up on the high market by cut- ting slightly under prevailing prices. Those who want new high grade stocks must cherish no illusions as to prices. If they succeed in getting such stocks they must pay tlie prices demanded, and be thankfiU at that. Pea Quotations. Up to the past week no quotations liad been made on spot seed peas, but within a few days the writer has seen figures from two sources prominent enough to establish the market for the general trade, and it may be no breach of confidence to mention a few of the leading items. One concern quoted Alaskas at $5.50, Admirals at $.5.00, and Hartford Market Garden at $5.00 for immediate acceptance. Another quoted American Wonders at $5.50, Nott's Ex- celsior at $5.00, Gems at $4.75, First and Best at $5.00, Thomas La.xton at $6.00, Gradus at $6.00, Telephone at :$5.00, Champion of England at $4.50, Ameer at $5.50, Duke of Albany at $5.50, Yorkshire Hero at $5.00, Canada Field at $1.60. These are staggering prices at the opening, but in sixty days they will not look so high, as there will probably be an advance on even these figures before the top is reached. The Shortage in Vine Seeds. Warnings of a probable shortage in vine seeds have been given several times in these columns, and while defi- nite information is not obtainable at this writing, enough is known to con- firm the fears of a short crop, and at this time it looks as if conditions would at least be as bad as last year, wiih much smaller reserves. This is certainly the case as regards cucum- ber seed, and indications are that mel- ons are in no better condition, though it will require a week or two to get anything like exact information. Pump- l.ins and squashes, while far from sat- isfactory, a:e in much better shape than melons or cucumbers. We Told You So. Gentlemen, if you are on the short side, get to cover as quickly as possi- ble. HORTICULTURE gave ample and timely warning oi the shortage in the pea seed crop, but many doubting Thomases refused to be convinced, while ill-informed correspondents of other trade .iournals attempted to dis- credit these statements. How well- founded they were is probably pretty well understood by now. There are certain thickheads who pride them- selves on their skepticism, and one is often reminded of a passage in holy writ beginning: "Seest thou a man wise in his own conceit," etc. The rest will be readily recalled, and duly appreciated. By the way, don't forget sugar corn: there will be no famine prices in all probability, but good seed will have a pronounced and definite value, and particularly eastern-grown stock. This admonition is worth re- ' peating. California Beans. Barring damage by rain, the Cali- fornia bean crop is assured, and Limas, both bush and pole, will be a fair crop. Si'ch varieties as Lazy Wife, Golden Cluster Wax, Kentucky Wonder, South- ern Prolific, Golden Carmine, etc., are in doubt — that is, information to hand does not make it positively clear what the yields will be, though it is general- ly believed they will be up to average excepting Golden Cluster Wax, and ex- act information about that hag not yet come to hand. The Corn Pack. The corn pack will be decidedly short, and New York state will have one of the lightest in its history. Job- bers who have been most persistent bears will wake up to the fact too late, and if the canner has an opportunity of "getting back" at the jobber, he should have no hesitation in doing so, as the course of the latter for the past two years has been one of cold-blooded selfishnes.s, and he has not only made i!o effort to co-operate withi the can- ner, but has taken merciless advantage of the latter's necessities and squeezed him to the last farthing he would bear. Yet the canner continues to delude himself with the idea that his and the jobbers' interests are identical. He tells the jobber all he knows, and then the latter proceeds to pluck him. A little co-operation would have relieved the congested condition of the canned goods market to a considerable extent. But what's the use? Its none of our funeral. Notes. Tomato seed will be short, but no one need worry, as barring a very few of the fancy varieties there will be no famine in tomato seed. There is a strong probability of im- portant changes in the personnel and management of one or two well-known seed houses within the next few mouths, but HORTICULTURE is not at liberty to disclose names or other details at this time. A representative of one of the British seed houses, nov/ on this side, is offer- ing peas at a price, and reports the sale of a car of Alaskas to a canning concern at $5.00 per bu. He did not state if this included duty of 40 cents per bu., or if duty was extra. In addi- tion to Alaskas, he was offering sev- eral other varieties, but all at strong prices; still, it stocks are right they are good values. The Henry F. Michell Co. were fa- vored this week with a commission I'l'om the other side of the world from Capt. Jesse M. Baker, Iloilo, Panay, Philippine Islands, who writes: "Mi- chell's seeds beat everything I have seen yet." In filling the new order for seeds and plants, Mr. Michell is mod- estly flattered, that a Philadelphia house should be selected in preference to the many great concerns that dot Uncle Sam's domains from the Atlantic to the Pacific. 474 HORTICULTURE October 2, 1909 ANOTHER SEED FARM FOR BUR- PEE. A brief telegram from California to Philadelphia last week disclosed two important items of news v^hich are of general interest to the trade. The tele- gram was from H. M. Earl, manager for W. Atlee Burpee & Co., the Phila- delphia seedsmen, and ran: "Have pureliased Lompcic Rauoh. Lonsdale delighted. Suggest calling it Floradale. " There have been rumors of a new move of some kind in the atmosphere of the seed trade all summer, but thero ueed no longer be anj' guessing about the matter, as this telegram announces an accomplished fact. It also discloses the second interest- ing item of news, namely, the selec- tion of Edwin Lonsdale to superintend the new venture. As everybody knows Mr. Lonsdale, it is almost superfluous to mention that he is a horticulturist of long expcTience and distinction. He was a graduate of the best kind of a gardening school — the big private es- Edwin Lonsdale tales of the English nobility in his boyhood, and as a young man practiced his profession in the eastern states and in California, before finally going in to commercial rose growing and other specialties of the trade at Phila- delphia. He retired from this some five years ago to take charge of the gardens, grounds and conservatories at Girard College. Messrs. Burpee are to be congratulated in being able to in- dnce Mr. Lonsdale to again enter the field of strenuous business life. He is just the man for a seed farm where selection and improvement of seed stocks are to be a main object. His mind has always had the scientific and investigating bent and this, with long training and e.xperience. a keen eye, and a tremendous memory, makes him the ideal for the new proposition. While sweet peas will be a leading feature, all flowers and vegetables that reach their greatest perfection in Cali- fornia will be handled. To put it brief- ly, the policy will be, with some ex- ceptions, the production of the enor- mously expensive "stock seeds" which have to be contracted out to other seed farmers in different parts of Califor- nia. These "seed stocks" have to be LILIUM FORMOSU The favorite new type of Easter Lily which has proved so very satis- factory in the past two years. Especially desirable for early forcing. Just a few Cases left. ORDER QUICK 6-8 . 7>9 8-10 Bulbs Per Case. ... 400 ... ... 300 ... ... 250 .... Per ICO Per icoo $4.00 $37.50 $7.25 $67.50 $9.25 887.50 Write for our latest Wholesale Catalog. HENRY F. MICHELL COMPANY, IOI8 Market St., PHILADELPHIA kept up to the utmost purity of type by extraordinary vigilance — so much so as to put them quite out of the ques- tion when compared with ordinary commercial prices which the farmer or gardener can afford to pay; but which are absolutely necessary as the ante- cedent of the reliable seeds a first-class house sends out. G. C. WATSON. A WEDDING AT CAMBRIDGE, N. Y. The marriage of Miss Laura Jose- phine Kice. daughter of the well-known seedsman, Mr. Jerome B. Rice of Cam- bridge, N. \., and Mr. Frederic Wal- lace of Fitchburg, Mass., was solemn- ized on September 21st in the Metho- dist church at Cambridge, which was beautifully decoiated with palms, ferns and white asters. After the brief cere- mony the bridal party and guests pro- ceeded to the palatial home of her par- ents where a reception was held. A large platform had been built even with the front porch of the house and brightly decorated with Chinese lan- terns lighted by electricity, which made an excellent floor for dancing. The bride and groom left about mid- night by automobile for New York, re- maining at Albany en route until the following morning. They sailed for Europe on Saturday, the 25th. for an extended tour, and will be "at home ' to their friends about February next. The number of invited guests pres- ent was close to three hundred, while the presents received by the bride were numerous, costly and beautiful. Among those present may be mentioned, in addition to die relatives of the bride and groom, the principal employes of the Jerome B. Rice Seed Co., and lead- ing residents of Cambridge. CATALOGUES RECEIVED. A. T. Boddington, New York, — Au- tumn Garden Guide, 1909 Very attrac- tive in white cover in red, green and gold, designed by H. A. Bunyard. Abundantly illustrated. Valdesian Nurseries, Bostic, N. C— Wholesale Trade Price List for Nur- serymen, Florists and Dealers only, Amoor River Privet is a specialty with this nursery and they have it in enor- mous quantity and every size, from 6 inches up to shapely specimens for tub planting. Stuart Low & Co., Bush Hill Park, Enfield, England. — Special List of Or- chids. This is a convenient little hand- book printed in green and red and il- Irstrated with several orchid portraits. It will be found useful to the florist wishing to get familiar with the dif- ferent species and varieties of com- mercial orchids and their comparative cost. Send for a copy. INCORPORATED. Auburn, N. Y. — Smith Bros. Seed Co., has incorporated with offices at 34 Water street. Twin Falls, Ida. — E. R. Peterson of Worcester, Mass., and J, A, Lundahl have established a greenhouse busi- ness here. Houston, Tex. — League City Semi- tropical Garden Co; J. A. O'Shaugh- nessy, W. Y. Fuqua, G. C. Perkins; capital stock $5,000. Springfield, Mo. — Ozark Seed Co., was recently incorporated with a capi- tal of $5,000, to buy and sell seeds, grains, plants, incubators and other merchandise generally kept by seed and grain houses. The principal stockholders are the owners of the Springfield Seed Co. It is said that they will be located on Commercial street. THOMPSON'S MANURES Vine and Plant, 25 lb., $2.00 Chrysanthemum, 25 " $3.75 W. ELLIOTT & SONS, NEW YORK c AULIFLOWERS A B B A G E LILY OP THE VALLEY PIPS. "^ PALMAR SARTMANN & CO. Longansssiraede 20, COPEMHACEN, DENMARK. ROBERT J. DYSART Public Accountant and Auditor simple metboENVER, ri«aa»88BOMBegaBae8aagaMg STEAMER DEPARTURES i Allan Line. Numldlan, Boston-Glasgow . . . Oct. 15 American. St. Paul, N. Y.-S'hampton Oct. 9 Atlantic Transport. Minnehaba, N. Y. -London Oct. 9 Cunard. Saxonia, Boston-Liverpool Oct. 5 Mauretaula. N. Y. -Liverpool. .Oct. 6 Pannonia, N. Y.-Med'n Ports. .Oct 7 Carmanla, N. Y. -Liverpool Oct. 9 French Line. La Touralue, N. Y*. -Havre Oct. 7 Hamburg-American. Waldersee, N. Y. -Hamburg Oct. 8 Leyland Line. Cestriau, Boston-Liverpool Oct. 6 North German Lloyd. Krpr. Wlllielm, N. Y. -Bremen. Oct. 5 Kurfuei-st, N. Y. -Bremen Oct. 7 Pr. Irene, N. Y.-Medn Pts Oct. 9 White Star. w Baltic, N. T.-Llverpool Oct. 9 JD Dominion, Montreal-Liverpool. Oct. 9 SagBsaeaaai^Bi'^i'ytgaagggsgs COLORADO WILLIAM L.ROCK FLOWER CO. 1£ANSAS CITY. • MO. wOl carefully execnte ciden lor Kansai City and any town in Missouri or Kansas. Flowers? Quality BUFFALO, N. Y. -W. J. PALMER &. SON, 304 Main St. ALEX. McGONNELL 571 FIFTH AVCNUE NEW YORK CITY Telegraphic orders forwarded to any part ol the United SUte», Canadk, wd all principal citiei of Europe. Od««i traiuferred or intrusted by the trade to our selection for delivery on iteamakipi or ebewhere receive special attentioa. TelephoneCills,487anil 488 MurrayHill Cable Address, ALBXCOnilELL J DAVID CLARKE'S SONS DellTer oideri from uy part of tbe c New York CHy Or OUT-OOINQ STBAMBRS Write or telegraph 3139-3141 Broadway, N«w Yark Telephone ij5>-i!l3 CWambM M. A. BOWE In the Heart of New York City 1294 Broadway TbI. 2270, 38th St. NEW YORK Our Motto— The Qolden Rule NEW FLOWER STORES. Mt. Vernon, N. Y.— S. J. Clark, 3 So. 4th .A.V. Zanesville, O.— H. T. Goodlive, Atha Building. Milwaukee, Wis. — Walter M. Maas & Co., 128 Oneida St. Leavenworth, Kan.— The Sunnyside Floral Co.. Hannon Building. Los Angeles, Calif.— O. C. Saakes, Fourth St., between Spring and Broad- way. New York, N. Y.— Geo. Hanges & Co., 86th street and Columbus avenue; Alfred T. Bunyard, 48th street and Madison avenue. Washington, D. C. — John Robertson has finally located at 1510 H street, N. W., and will be ready in a few days to receive his old customers. YOUNG & NUeENT 42 West 28 St., NEW YORK " FUOmUlM BY TELBOHAPH" UJANY, M. T. Plowr* or Design Woifc nUYERKD IN ALBANY AMD YlCOim ON TELEGRAPHIC ORDER, 11 NORTH PEARL ST., ALBANY, M.T. Flower Deliveries In BrooklyTi and other Long Island Points New York clty. New Jersey, etc. At Theatres, Hotels, Steamers or Residences. WILSON FultoB St. and Breeie Ate., BrfloHyn, N. Y. Albany, N. Y. DANKER, ORDERS FOR Choice Flowers and Floral Emblems FILLED PROMPTLY BOSTON'S BEST In Quality and Design Ota bs relied upon when yon transfer ym retail orders to EDWARD MACMULKIN 194 Boylston Street, Bostoa For Ste mar. sailins fpom Montreal and Quebec Order by Mail or Telegraph front MONTREAL Careful attention and prompt deltverT. LOUISVILLE, KY. JACOB SCHULZ, 660 South Fourth Ave. October 2, 1909 HORTICULTURE 477 CHICAGO NOTES. •Controversy Over Garfield Park Green- houses. The subject of the Garfield Park Con- servatories is again before the public and this time in a way that is likely to prove more than a conti-oversy. Ac- cording to the Chicago Tribune of Sep- tember 27, suit may be brought for the ■cost of rebuilding the dome against "the C. E. Carson Co. contractors, by the park commission. The building is .said to be one of the greatest struc- tures in America: was built only two jyears ago and its immense dome has been riddled with holes ever since its 'Completion. Its cost was |200,000, aJid the replacing of the dome will cost 340,000. The contract called for cop- per, steel and lead for the construction and the park commission blames Jens Jensen, who was at that time superin- tendent of the Chicago Park System, for not seeing that these materials iwere used instead of wood and putty. Mr. Jensen says the park commission should have let the fob to none but experts in greenhouse construction, and Chicago people in the florists' business «ire inclined to look at it in the same way. The framework of the glass is badly warped and allows the glass to fly out in the least wind. Certainly the Garfield Park Conservatories are In no condition to reflect honor upon anyone connected with their erection. Bids have been called for at various times for its reconstruction, but firms specializing in greenhouse construction have been a little slow in responding. The original contract was awarded to the lowest bidder, and this is not the first ciiy to have had a somewhat simi- lar experience. Illinois State Fair. The State Fair at Springfield, Octo- ber 5th and 6th, is of interest to Chi- •cago florists. It is expected that quite a number of local growers will be ex- hibitors, though the interest in the matter so far has not been so lively as the indticements in the way of pre- miums would warrant, to say nothing •of the advertising their business would get. The premium list covers liberal offers to both professionals and ama- teurs. Geoige Asmus has the matter NEW ENGLAND FLOWER DELIVERIES Send flower orders for delivery in Boston and all New England points to THOS. F. GALVIN 124 Tremont St., Boston TRANSFER Your orders for flower or plant deliv- ery in Eastern New England to JULIUS A. ZINN 2 Beacon St., Boston WELLESLEY COLLEGE Dau Hatl, Walaut Hill aad Rockrldf* Mall Sckoou. TAILBY,Welle8ley, Mass. Tel. Wellellcy 44.1 ud >. Nighl 44-]. WHEN YOU WRITE a formal note or a social letter, you are often forced to choose between a printed business letterhead, ladies' stationery, or some of the soft, flimsy paper so often offered men. Ask your dealer for "the stationery of a gentleman," latere; a paper meeting every social requirement, and distinctly for men. Keep a box in your rooms and one at the office. Sample on Request HAMPSHIRE PAPER COMPANY Thi Onh Paper Mjitri ,n the IVttrld Matins Band Paprr Exclusively South Hadley Falls, Msss. in charge tor the Chicago Florists' Club. Chicago Horticultural Society. The meeting of the executive com- mittee of the Chicago Horticultural So- ciety for the purpose of perfecting ar- rangements for the coming flower show took place on the 27th inst., and re- sulted in the appointment of J. H. Bur- dette as press agent. No definite ac- tion was taken on the place, nor the selection of a manager. The date is fixed at November 2-9. Personal. Percy .Jones, manager of the Flower Growers' Market, is ill at his home in Austin. T. Watase, president of the Tokio Plant, Seed and Implement Co. of To- kio, Japan, is in Chicago. Frank Higgins, for many years with the selling force of George Reinberg's, is very ill at his home in Bowmanville. Chicago Visitors: R. G. Schlotter, Keokuk, la.; H. F. Greve, Dallas, Tex.; Mr. Johnson of Johnson Floral Co., Kendallville, Ind.; E. L. Snyder, El Paso, Tex.; P. N. Obertin and wife, Kenosha, Wis.; E. Amerpohl, Janes- ville. Wis.; E. Haentze, Fond du Lac, Wis.; W. D. Keltic, So. Bend, Ind.; Milo Crozier son of J. G. Crozier, of Cedar Rapids, la. 'FLOWERS BY TELEGRAPH." Leading Retail Florists Listed by Towns for Ready Reference. Denver, Colo.— Park Floral Co., 1706 Broadway. Washington, D. C— Gude Bros., 1214 V St. Chicago — Hanswirth, "The Florist," 232 Michigan Are. Chicago— William J. Smyth, Michigan Ave. and 31st St. Chicago— George Wittbold Co., 1657.59 Buckingham Place. Louisville, Ky. — Jacob Schuiz, 550 Soath Fourth Ave. Boston— Thos. F. Galvln, 124 Tremont St. Boston — Edward MacMulkln, 194 Boyl- ston St. Boston — Hoffman, Florist, 59-61 Massa- chusetts av. Boston — Julius A. Zinn, 2 Beacon St. Wellesley, Mass.— Tallby. Detroit, Mich. — J. Breitmeyer's Sons, Miami and Gratiot Aves. Kansas City, Mo. — Samuel Murray, 1071 Broadway. Kansas City, Mo. — Wm. L. Rock Flower Co.. 1116 Walnut St. Albany, N. Y. — H. G. Eyres, 11 N. Pearl St. Albany, N. Y.— F. A. Danker, 40 Maiden Lane. New York — David Clarke's Sons. 2139- 2141 Broadway. New York — Alex. McConnell, 571 5th Ave. New York— Young & Nugent, 42 W. 28th St. Brooklyn, N. Y.— Robert G. Wilson, Ful- ton St. and Greene Ave. BuJEalo. N. Y.— Palmer's, 304 Main St. Montreal, Can. — P. McKenna & Son, St. Catherine and Gay Sts. Toronto, Can.— J. H. Dunlop, 96 Yonge St. NEWS NOTES. Athens, Ga. — T. W. Dennington, of Lavonia, is to start a nursery business here. Greenville, Miss. — The Delta Floral Co. have started in the florist business here. Brooklyn, N. Y. — Dame Rumor saith that the Brooklyn Wholesale Cut Flower Market is to be opened at the corner of Red Hook lane and Fulton street. Newport, R. I. — John P. Hammond, who for several years was gardener for Col. Delancey A. Kane, and more re- cently assistant at th'e E. J. Berwind estate at Newport, R. I., has accepted the position as gardener for Mrs. E. H. G. Slater; James Sharkey having resigned that position. THE BEST LETTERS THOSE MADE BY THE Boston Florist Letter Go. 66 PEABIi ST,. BOSTON N. F. McCarthy, Mfr. Order direct or bur from rour local lapply deal«r. Intist oa harioc th« BOSTON Inscnptioas, Emblcmc, ate, in Stock Always 478 riOKTlCULTURf: October 2, 1909- !iiiiiiniiiiiiiiiiimiiiniiiiiiiiimiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiuiiiiimiiiiiiiiiiiit£ , $2.00- $4.00 per lOO All the best commercial varieties: Bruton, Jack Rose, Arabella, Sylvia, Lyndhurst, John Walker, Krimhilde, etc., and a good assortment of SINGLE VARIETIES Business hours from 7 A. M. to 8 P. M. LEO N I ESS EN CO. 1209 Arch Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. nlliiillllllilllllllllllllllllllllillllllillllllllllllHillllllllllllllillllllR HOERBER BROS. 51 Wabash Ave. OHIO AGO, ILL. Long Distance Phone Randoiph 2758 Cut Flowers ALWAYS GOOD, FRESH STOCK Telegraph, Telephone or Bring in Your Orders WE GROW OUR OWN FLOWERS. Roses and Carnations Our Specialty CARNATIONS All Colors— Good Quality W.E.McKISSiCK&BROS.,^F?."^!.'?i* 1619-1621 Ranstead St.. Pliiladelpltia i^ V CUT FLOWER BOXES EDWARDS FOLDING BOX CO MANUFACTURERS J PHILADELPHIA, -'PA. 4 \ . ^ ' / L CHAS. f . MeKEUAR 51 WABASH AVE., CHICAGO Western Headquarters for Choice Orchids Valley, Roses and all Cut Flowers PETER REINBERQ WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS 51 Wabash Av., Chicago, 111. Long Distance Phone, Central 6004 WINTERSON'S SEED STORE 45-47-49 Wabuh Ave., Chicago. Seedsmen, Plantsmen, Nurserymen Florists* Supplies We r.in supply everything used liy the Florist. SUriT.Y <'ATALOG FREE. Cor- respoudenee solicited. POEHLMANN BROS. GO. 33-35-37 Randolph St., - CHICAGO CUT FLOWERS Greenhouses. - Morton Qrova, IIL Rice Brothers IK N. 6tli Street, niNNEAPOLIS, niNN. WHOLESALE FLORISTS and SUPPLIES CUT FLOWERS receired twice daily, jud can fill «MV ordefs to your satisfactioo. A complete line ol kaRlT Greens— WILD SMILAX, BOXWOOD, MAia>Y FANCY FERNS, GALAX LEAVES. Write for quotations on large quantities. In ordering goods please add "I saw H In HORTICULTURE." WELCH BROS. AMERICAN BEAUTY. KILLARNEY, RICHHOND, HARYLAND AND ALLTHB SUPERIOR ROSES, LILY OP THE VALLEY, CARNATIONS, ORCHIDS 226 Devonshire Street, Boston, Mass. WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKETS— "''■* """^^^^Sti^S TO DBALBRS ONLY CHICAGO Sept. 38 I Twur aiiBs I I Sept. 25 I PBILA. Sept, 37 B08T0V Sept. 39 momms Am. BcflMity, Fancy and Special.. . 30.00 to 35.00 " Ezua ...'jisoo to 20.00 " No. 1 '10.00 to 15.00 " Lower grades ] 6.00 to 10.00 BiMc/Maid, Chatenay. F. & S.... 5.00 to 8.00 *' " Lower grades 3.00 to 4.00 KJBaeney, Fan. & Sp 5.00 to 8.00 ' * Lower grades 3 .00 to 4 .00 Mchmood, Fancy & Special..- ... 5.00 to 8.00 " Lower grades I 3.00 to 4.00 My Mary land » Kaiscrin j 4.00 to 8.00 OA^9HATK>NS \ a.o mi^omu-ANEous Chrysanthemums 1 15.00 to 35.00 Gladioli ' a. CO to 4.00 Asters .35 to 1.50 Violets , to CMSttey«c |4o.oo to 65.00 Lottos 12.00 to 15.00 Li>y of the Valley 3.00 to 4.00 Mignonette 3.00 to 5.0c GardeniaE | to AdUnttiBi j .75 to I. CO Smilax |io.oo to 15.00 Aspavagas Plusnosus, strings (100) 50.00 to 75 00 *' " & Spren. (100 bchs.) 15.00 to 35.00 25.00 15.00 10. o« 6.oe 6.00 3.00 6.00 3.00 6.00 3.00 5. CO 35.00 35.00 15.00 10,00 8.00 6.00 8.00 6.00 8.00 6.00 8.00 15.00 to a.oe to 1.00 to to . 40.00 to 19. 00 to 3.00 to .50 to to . .75 «o 10.00 to 35.00 to 35.00 to 30.C0 5.00 3.00 50.00 15.00 4.00 t.oo 1.00 15.CO 50.00 3500 17.M 15.00 10.00 6.00 5. CO 5.00 3.00 5.00 3.00 3-00 1.50 to 30.00 17.00 15.00 10.00 2.00 I. CO 60.00 10.00 3.00 ■50 15.00 1. 00 15. 00 25.00 35.00 3.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 8.00 15.00 3.00 >.oo 13 50 5.00 I. CO 25.00 30.00 50.00 50.00 iS.oo 10.00 4.00 2.00 3.00 •50 3.00 .50 4.00 ■50 .50 8.00 t-oo 35.0a 3.00 6.00 .ao to 35 to 50.00 to 8.00 to 3.00 to .50 to 16.00 to .75 »• 10.00 to 35.00 to t$joo to .5a Henry M. Robinson J. Margolis Chas. Robinson HENRY M. ROBINSON & CO. WHOLESALE COMMISSION DEALERS IN CUT FLOWERS -FLORISTS' SUPPLIES AND HARDY CUT EVERGREENS 15 PROVINCE ST., 9 CHAPMAN PLACE Long^D|sU^nceJe.^^hooes ROSTON, MASS. FLORISTS' SUPPLIES Send for New Gataloguo H. Bayersdorfer & Co. 1129 ARCH ST., PHILADELPHIA. To Cut Flower Growers and Retail Florists IF YOU want to find a market for your product want a regular or special supply of the product of the best growers Consult the Advertisements on these Wholesale Flower Pages The Advertisers Represented Here are the Leading Concerns in the Wholesale Flower Trade October 2, 1909 HORTICULTURE, 479. The "Music Hall Flower Market" has decided to move to Park street and now Boston will have two "Park Street Markets." separated by only one small building. While the floor area is small- er than that occupied in the past, it is a much lighter and better ventilated room and is likely to prove a more ad- vantageous location in many respects. Crisp air of autumn and BUFFALO coloring of foliage tell winter is on the way. A few days of heavy rain has shortened the life of the out door flower and from now on the indoor material will be more in demand though the past two weeks has found the market well supplied with good astei-s. gladioli ajid tuberoses. With a few hot days in be- tween the rose supply was heavy, especially In the line of Chatenay, De- troit, Kiilarney and White Killarney^ all full blown when coming in to the market. Beauties are having an ex- ceptionally good demand and at times not enough could be had. Richmond is in over supply. Lily of the valley and lilies have sold well. Short- stemmed carnations drag somewhat. Excellent Enchantress, both pink and white, are the best in the carnation line and select stock is picked up quickh-. Plenty of greens. The closing week in Sep- CHICAGO tember was very satis- factoi->- all along the line. It opened with a very busy Monday. The two days that followed found sales slower, but at no lime was there any accumulation and as is al- ways the case under these conditions, the closing days of the week were quite brisk. Sunday found the market the same and Monday everything cleaned up readily. The supply is de- cidedly shorter than two weeks ago. No killing frost has visited this vicin- ity at this writing, but the out door stuff is practically all gone and the plants in Ihe houses not quite so ad- vanced as in former yeare. Asters ma.v be said now to be out of the market. A few stragglers are seen here and there but they are poor stock and the JAU"^ Flower Market Reports. The recent storm has put BOSTON asters, gladioli, sweet peas and other garden products into "innocuous desuetude" and indoor flowers have already felt the benefit. A crisp demand has been enjoyed by the wholesale trade all through the present week, due in part to the above-mentioned cause and par- tiall.v to the return of the buying pub- lic to their city haunts. The chances for any restoration of outdoor material to its recent prominence are very slim, as killing frosts cannot be very far off and the prospects for regular florists' stock are excellent. American Beauty roses are keeping fully up to our standard quotations and a few nice ones have found a market at the ex- ceptional price of $4 a dozen. There is a better call for lily of the valley, with a somewhat reduced supply. Car- nations have moved upward within the past few days and are bringing a good price, considering the inferior grade of most of the flowers coming in. Dahlias, which exercise some influence on other flower markets, are not in the reckoning here and have, in fact, no commercial value in Boston market. STARTLING VALUES WE OFFER BELOW Field Grown Carnation Plants EXTRA LARGE PLANTS, HEALTHY, FREE OF DISEASE VERY CHOICE STOCK. To convince the trade that these plants are the best values ever offered, samples furnished on request and all plants guaranteed. Good investment, plant in after early Chrysanthemums. w insor. . $6.00 per 100 $55.00 per 1000 6.00 per 100 50.00 per 1000 Bountiful, WhiteEnchantress, 6.00 per 100 55.00 per 1000 Enchantress, White Perfection White Lawson, Sara Hill . Rose Pink Enchantress, Winona, Splendor, Pink Lawson, Harlowarden, 5.50 per 100 5.00 per 100 50.00 per 1000 6.00 per 100 50.00 per 1000 5.00 per 100 40.00 per 1000 S. S. PENNOCK-MEEHAN CO. The "p^o-ifil'T^' Philadelphia 1608-1620 Ludlow St. Store closes 6 p.m. Washington Store, 1212 N. Y. Ave florists will not be sorry to see the last one go. Gladioli have not been at their best this year and they might be put in the class with the asters. Dahl- ias are very scarce and on short stems. In fact the grower of out door stock in Chicago and vicinity this year has had his troubles. But he is not alone, for the same unfavorable weather con- ditions that ruined or damaged his plants, prevented the carnation plants from getting a good start. Some growers say their crop of fall blooms is several weeks behind the season. Enchantress, White Perfection, Victory and Aristocrat are coming in but stems are rather short. Lawson and Winsor are later and the few ready to cut have very short stems. There are carnation blooms in plenty in the market with stems not exceeding six inches. AVhite carnations are very scarce, as also are red; in fact, good carnations cannot be said to equal the demand in any color. In roses Kiilarney, Maryland aiid Mar- shall Field are the best to be had. White roses are scarce. There has been a good demand for American Beauty during the entire month of Sep- tember. WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKETS.- PCK 100. TO DBALER6 ONLY. CV«IC«^NATI Sept. a8 dbthdit Sept. «6 BUFPAIjO Sept. 28 Roaes A». Beauty, Fan. and Sp. Extra No.i " Lower grades Bride, 'Maid, Chatenay, F. & S.. 8.O0 Low. ST.. KilUniey,Fan.&Sp " Lower grades . . . . Rlchntond, Fancy & Special. " Lower grades. •- . My MaryUod, Kaiserin s.oo 6.00 3-00 4.00 35.00 30.00 13. 00 6.00 6.0c 4.00 6.00 4-00 S.OG 4.00 6-00 CARNATIONS . imsceLLANBoue Chrysanthemums I 15.00 to 95.00 GladioU ' Z'OO to 4.C0 Asters ' .«o to 1.00 Otileyas »o Litlec. 10. CO to la.oo Lily of the Valley 300 to 400 Mignonette Gftrdeniafi • AAuoim W i.oo anilax ' 10.00 to I a. 00 AtparBpis PlumomM, itrings (loo)" 40.00 «o 50-00 " " & Spren. (loobcht.) to. 00 to 23.0* 30.00 25.00 ZO.OO S.oo 4.00 a. 00 4.00 2.00 4.00 2.00 3.03 8.00 3.00 I.oo 40.00 13.5* 3<»o .50 ao.oe I.oo 15.00 30.00 30.00 35.00 30.00 25.00 1500 6.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 8.C0 3Q.OO 6.oe a 00 60.00 15.00 4.00 I.oo 30.00 1.50 20 00 50.00 50.00 PITTS aUBC. Sept. 27 90. QO 15^00 lOAO 2.00 5-00 a. 00 5.00 2.00 4.00 a. 00 4.00 35.00 ao.oo 15,00 8.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 6. CO 4.00 6 00 15.00 a. 00 •50 6o.eo la.oo 3.00 I.oo to. CO .50 40.00 aS.oo 10 to to to to to to 10 25.00 4.00 1.50 70.00 15.00 4.00 1.50 30.00 to 1.50 to 15.00 to 50.00 to 50.00 12. 50 s.oo 6.00 2. CO 6.00 3-00 6.00 a. 00 a. 00 35.1 i5-< 12.50 2.00 ••5 40.00 12. 00 3,00 2.00 ao.' o to t« to I a. 00 30.00 3C.OO 15.00 5.o« 2.00 50.00 1500 4.*o 3. CO 30.00- 1.50 15 00. so 00 44^00, 480 HORTICULTURE October 2, 1909 FORD BROTHERS 48 West 28th Street NEW YORK ,f A Full Line of All CUT FLOWERS Telephone, 3870 or 3871 Madison Square H. E. FROMENT Wholesale Commission Florist, Choice Cut Flowers, 97 West 28th St. :: NEW YORK Telephones: 2200, 2201, Madison Square. Alfred H. Langjahr All choice cut-flowers in season. Send for quotations. Correspondence with •hippers of first-class stock invited. 55 West 28th Street. New York Telephone* 4626-1627 Hadlion Square Edward C. Horan Wholesale Florist 55 WEST 28th ST. Tel. \*ll Matfteon Square NCW YOtlS. PHILIP F, KESSLER 55 & 57 W. 26th St., New York. GUT FLOWERS WHOLESALE Open from S a. m. to 6 p. m. Sunday till 10 a. m. FINEST LILIES IN THE MARKET. Tel, 5243 and 2921 Madison Square. JOHN YOUNG WHOLESALE FLORIST Finest American Beauties and Carnations 5 1 West 28 St. - NEW YORK FRANK MILLANG Wholesale Florist 55-57 West 26th St., NEW YORK fihipmentti, any qnantity, Whole- sale Market Rates. Greater Neiv YorK Florists* Association, Inc. Now Open for Gut Flower Consignments U2 Livingston Street, BROOKLYN, N. Y. Geo. W. Crawbuck Telephone Connectioa Manager 3642-43 Main mioore, Hentz & Nash Wholesale Commission Florists 55 and 57 West 26th Street New York Telephone No. 756 Maiduon Square MILLAIMC BROS. WHOLESALE FLORISTS 41 West Twenty-Eighth Street 'Phones ^»*« .ladUon Sq. NEW YORK JOHN I. RAYNOR Wholesale Commission Florist "l^'^r^ceS/^row/rV A fall line of Choice Cut Flower Stock for all purposes. Comprises every variety ffrown for New York market, at current prices TBU 1998 HADisoN SQUARE 49 West 28th St., New York City Walter F. Sheridan CHOICE CUT FLOWERS 39 W$tt 28ih Stmt. Hem r»rk TelepUone : 3532-3B33 Madison Bquar* HEADQUARTERS FOR NOVELTIES ORCHIDS A SPECIALTY ALWAVS ON HAND THE HICHEST \/ A I I CV ALWAVS CRAOC OF VMIakKlT ON HAND GARDENIAS, DAISIES, ROSES AND CARNATIONS CO it^^Kii A KM lO Telephone .^ \xi oo^.,- o«. k.i JAMES McMANUS, 7S97,ds«.42 W. 28th St.. New York NEW YORK QUOTATIONS PER 100. To Dealers Only f Irit Half of Wesk beglivnlngSept.26 1909 ROSES AND ;CARNATK)NS American Beauty ^ Fancy and Special Extra No. I •' ** Lower Grades Bride, Tlstd, Golden Gate, Fancy and Special. ** *' Lo*er Grades KlUamey , Fancy and Special " Lower Grades Richmond, Fancy and Special ' ' Lower Grades Chatenay riy Haryland CarnatlonA , Fancy ^nd Novelties. " Ordinary Last Half of Week 1 endin g Sept 24 1909 lO.OO to 35.00 6.00 to 10.00 4.00 to 6.00 ■ 50 to 2.00 2.00 to 4. 00 "5 kO 2.00 3.00 to 6.00 ■ »S to 1.00 3.00 to 5.00 • »s to 2.00 ■»5 to 4. 00 .50 to 6.00 1.50 to 2.00 ■25 to 1 00 15.00 CO 10.00 to 6.00 to .50 to 3.00 to ■ S3 to 4.00 to .50 to 4 00 to .50 to .50 to .50 to •75 to 95. »« Ti.oe S.eo 9.00 . S-oo 1. 00 6 00 3.00 6.00 3.00 5.00 6.00 a. 00 Alexander J. Guttman THE WHOLESALE FLORIST OF NEW YORK 34 WEST 28tH STREET X;v PHONES. 1664 — »6&5 MAD1.SON *OUARE ENOUGH SAID CENTRALLY LOCATED. THE HUB OF THE FLOWER MARKET SECTION CHARLES MILLANG Wholesale Florist 55 & 57 W. 26 St., NEW YORK Telephone 7062 Madison REED (Q. KELLER 122 West 26th St., New York Florists' Supplies We manufacture all our Setal Designs, Baskets, Wire Work & NoTelties and are dealers in Blasswire Decorative Greens and Florists' Requisites GROWERS' CUT FLOWER CO. T-Z::."' ' VIOLETS, CARNATIONS, ROSES ORCHIDS, CHRYSANTHEMUMS, LILIES Consignments Solicited. Shipments to Order, anjr Distance 39 West 28th Street, '"'''^'r ^l^^:^^"' NEW YORK Durand & Marohn MANUFACTURERS OF All Kinds of Wire Woric Florists' Wire Designs a Specialty 24 Beaver St., ALBANY. N.Y. WILLIAM H. KUEBLER Brooklyn's Foremost and Best WHOLESALE COMMISSION HOUSE A First Class Market for all CUT FLOWERS 28 WUloufhby St., Brooklyn, N. Y. Tel. 4591 Mala October 2, 1909 HORTICULTURE 481 WHOLESALE FLORISTS 54 West 28th St. NEW YORK Telephone 3559 Madison Sq, A. L YOUNG & CO. RECEIVERS A SHIP< PERS OF CUT FLOWERS^ CONSIGNMENTS SOUCITBD. MICHIGAN CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE, Inc. WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS Consl^ments Solicited Bardy Fancy Fern Our Sj>fcialt!/ 38-40 BROADWAY. DETROIT. MICH. B. S. SLINN, JR. VIOLETS Selling Agent for the Largest and Best Growers in the Hudson River District. 55 and 57 West 26tli St., New York City. THE KERVAN GOMPANY Fresh Cut Evergreens. Mosses. Southern Smllax, Galax and Leucothoe. Preserved and Fresh cut. Cycas and Palmetto. Tel. j^l^^JMad.Sq. | | 3 W. 28 St.. NBW YOfk. 48 W. 29lh Street. New York City Telephone No. 1757 Mad. Sq. FLORISTS' SUPPLIES GALAX, bronze and green, fresh crop, $1.00, 1000; $7.50, 10,000. LEUCOTHOE SPRAYS, 75e, 100. GREEN SHEET MOSS, $2.00 large bag. Wired Toothpicks Manufactured by W. J. COWEE, BERLIN, N. Y. lyinn $1.75; 50,000 — $7.50. Sampla In*. For «mle by dealer* Flower Market Reports. i^Continurd from page 4^Q) Counter sales have been DETROIT verj' encouraging during the last week and dur- ing the latter part stock became very scarce. These are the weeks of trans- formation which almost every year cause a great deal of inconvenience to the retailer. Garden flowers are about passed and indoors are not far enough advanced either in quality or quantity to meet the increasing de- mand. Elmer D. Smith shipped a very fine lot of yellow chrysanthemums to the Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, but the real cut locally will not start for a week or ten days. Some October Frost are promised for the latter part of this week. Very bright and crisp weather has set in, causing those who grow roses to start their furnaces. This is three days later than last year. A general and very NEW YORK welcome improvement is noted in the mar- ket; cool weather and a cessation in the aster supply has turned the atten- tion of buyers more to the indoor stock. There is a fair supply of chrysanthe- mums of Golden Glow, October Frost and Rosarie varieties, which move eas- ily when quality is good. Carnations arc coming in sufficient quantity to supply present needs. In roses the situation is satisfactory. Very excel- WILLIAM F.KASTING CO. WHOLESALE FLORISTS 383-387 Ellicott Street BUFFALO, - N. Y, SOUTHERN WILD SMILAX Now ready In limited quantity. E. A. BEAVEN EVERGREEN, ALABAMA. GROWERS FOR NEW YORK MARKET Are 'nvited to call or write. I can dispose of your flowers for the coming season at top prices and guarantee prompt returns. 106 W. 28th St. New York Established 1887 Open 6 A. M Dally ~ Tel. 167 Madison Sq. J. K. ALLEN NEW YORK QUOTATIONS PER 100. To Dealers Only MISCELLANEOUS Cattlayaa UHaa Uly of the Valley Chrysaatbemums Asters Gladioli Sweet Peas (per loo bunches) Qardenlas AdiaatiHD 8a Has Asparagus Plumosus, strings " " & Sptco. (loo bchfi). List Half of WseV endlnc Sept. 25 1909 40. GO 3.00 10 to 7500 6. 00 X.OO te 3.00 la.oo to 15.00 .50 ."5 to to 1.00 1. 00 1. 00 to 5.C0 5.00 to •5.00 8.00 to to .75 13.00 20.00 to 30.00 12.00 to 30.00 First Mf •( Wnk k*glsiiliiKSept.27 1N9 40.00 5.00 i.co 12. CO ■50 1.00 1.00 5.00 •50 S.oo 30.00 13.00 75.00 6.00 %M 15.00 1.00 3. OS 5.00 35.00 • 75 to so.oa lent grades of Marylands and Killar- neys are to be had and little difficulty is found in disposing of them. Lily of the valley is not plentiful, Cattle- yas are growing more numerous and quotations are lower. Lilies are stiffer in price; green stock moves very slow- ly. The Hudson-Fulton celebration has not created any extra demand for cut flowers, except in a few instances where decoiative stock such as chry- santhemums and Beauties were wanted. We are tired PHILADELPHIA p r e a c h i n g the same sermon ev- ery week. Business keeps improving right along with the season of course, and the supplies of flowers ditto. Our editor seems to think we all want the particulars of the menu — week in and week out. But soup, entree, roast and pumpkin — says the cook. If you want pate-de-foie-gras, mushrooms, and sich, we will supply them, if you say so. Pink chrysanthemums are in — Mcntmore. For seven days nothing has really happened in this market — all humdrum — so this note is really a waste of space. Sue c e e d i ng the WASHINGTON heavy equinoctial storm of the 24th everything has taken on autumn tints and dahlias and the earlier chrysanthe- mums are in evidence, also good qual- ity carnations— unusually good. CounL — Your Spools — 1 In the boxes of Meyer Green Siikaline and then count the other parties. For sale by all reliable houses. JOHN C. MEYER & CO. Boston and Lowell, Mass. Galax ><<« Leucothoe Quality, Packing and Price All Right. Wholesale Only. Send for Quotations. J. L. BANNER, ^o^^^^y^^- KRICK'S FLORIST NOVELTIES Manufacturer and Patentee of the Per- fect Adjustable Pot Handle or Hanger, Perfect Adjustable Plant Stands and the I riginal Genuine Immortelle Let- ters, etc. Every Letter Marked. 1164-66 Greene Av., Brooklyn, N.lf. For Sale by all Supply Houses Southern Wild Smilax Satisfaction Quaranteed Louisville Floral Co., Louisville, Ala» 482 HOKTICULTURU October 2, 1909 Buyer's Directory and Ready Reference Guide Advertisements under this head, one cent a word. Initials count as words. Display advertisers In this Issue are also listed under this classification without charge. Refwence to Hat ol Advertisers will indicate the respective pages. Buyers failing to find what they want In this list will confer a favor by writing us and we will try to put them in communication with reliable dealers. AOOOITNTAirT R. J. DyBart, 28 State St., Boston. . For page see List of Advertlsera. AOIANTUMS Oodtrey Ascbmann. 1012 West Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of AdYertlg«r«. ARAUCARIAS A. Leathy & Co., Perliins St. NonerlM, Rosllndale, Mass. For page see IJst of Advertisers. Godfrey Aschmann, 1012 West Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. ASPARAGUS Asparagus plumosus from 2^ Inch pots, $2.50 per 100; ?22.50 per 1000. Cash with order, please. Floral Hill Gardens, G. F. Kelpp, Prop., Chatham, N. J. Asparagus Plumosus Nanus, strong plants from 2Vi inch pots, $2.50 per 100, J22.00 per 1000. Heniy Schmidt, 408 Fulton St., Wee- hawken P. O., N. J. Asparagus plumosus, strong 2 and 3-in.. $3.00 and .$5.00 per 100. Sprenaerl, extra heavy. Sin., $5.00 per 100. Cash. Frank Sokol, College St., Worcester, Mass. AUCTION SAXES N. F. McCarthy & Co., 84 Hawley St, Boston. Fall Plant Auction Sales. BAMBOO OANES Yokohama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay Street, New York. Bamboo Sticks, Colored Green. For page see List of Advertisers. BAT TREES. 2000 Bay and Box Trees In all slses. Pyramid and Standards. Write for Hat. Joltus Roehrs. Rutherford. N. J. BEDDING FI^NTS A. Leuthy & Co., Perkins St. Nurawlea. Rosllndale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. O. Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., Phila- delphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. B. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., White Marsh, Maryland. For page see List of Advertisers. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa.^ For page see List of Advertisers. BEGONIAS Godfrey Aschmann, 1012 West Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Begonia Gloire de Lorraine, strong stuff, ready for 4-inch pots, $15.00 per 100. New Begonia Pres. Taft, strong plants, ready for 4 inch pots, $25.00 per 100; extra strong, ready for 6-inch pots. $50.00 per 100. Iris Pallida Dalmatica $12.00 per 100. $100.00 per 1000. Now is the time for planting. Cash with order from unknown correspond- ents. J. A. Peterson, McHenry Ave., West- wood, Cincinnati, O. Begonia Gloire de Lorraine, fine stock from 214 Inch pots, $10.00 per 100. Henry Schmidt, 408 Fulton St., Weehawken P. O., N. J. ~ boiEers BOILERS. "Burnham" Boilers made for freenhouse heating. Lord & Burnham, 118S Broadway, N. Y. Kroescheli Bros. Co., 466 Brie St., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. BOOKS Pronunciation of Plant Names, sent for 60 cents, postpaid, by HOBTICULTOBB PUB. CO., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. BOXWOOD TREES New England Nurseries, Inc., Bedford, Mass. • For page see List of Advertisers. BUII.DING MATERIAL BUILDING MATERIAL of all descrip- tion for All Cypress, Semi-Iron. Iron Frame or Truss Houses. Hot Bed Sash and Frames. ImtA & Burnham Co., 1133 Broad- way, N. Y. Bnx;BS AND TUBERS Joseph Breck & Sons, 47-.54 N. Market St., Boston. Dutch and French Bulbs. For page see List of Advertisers. J. M. Thorburn & Co., 33 Barclay St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. A. T. Uoddlngton, 342 W. 14th St., N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. RIckards BrosyTST^EasTlSth StTTl^ew York. For page see List of Advertisers. II. F. MIchell Co., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. T. J. Grey & Co., 82 and 33 So. Market St., Boston. Bermuda Lilies. For page see List of Advertisers. Yokohama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Ralph M. Ward & Co., 12 W. Broadway, New York. Lily Bulbs, Horseshoe Brand. For page see List of Advertisers. Schlegel & Fottler Co., 26 & 27 8. Market St., Boston. French and Dutch Bnlbs. For page see List of Advertisers. F. R. Plerson Co., Tarry to wn-on-Hudson, N. Y. Llllum Longiflorum and Other Forcing Bulbs. CARNATIONS F. Dorner & Sons Co., Lafayette, Ind. Carnations for Immediate Delivery. For page see List of Advertisers. Chicago Carnation Co., Jollet, 111. Mary Tolman. For page see List of Advertisers. S. S. Pennock-Meehan Co., Philadelphia. Field Grown Carnation Plants. For page see List of Advertisers. S. J. Renter & Son, Westerly, B. 1. Field Grown Carnations. For page see List of Advertisers. HJalmar Hartmann & Co., Copenhagen, Denmark. Carnation Comtesse Knuth. J. L. Dillon, Bloomsburg, Pa. Carnations Field Grown. Skidelsky & Irwin Co., 1215 Betz Bldg.. Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. Chas. H. Green, Spencer. Mass. Carnations Field Grown. For page see List of Advertisers. H. F. Littlefield, Worcester, Mass. Field Grown Plants. For page see List of Advertisers. Geo. Peters & Sons, Hempstead, N. Y. Field Grown. For page see List of Advertisers. Dlngee & Conard Co., West Grove, Pa. New Seedling Carnations. For page see List of Advertisers. CARNATIONS — Continned Elmer D. Smith & Co., Adrian, Mich. Double Arch Carnation Supports. A bargain for some one. We have 155 white Lloyds, 50 white Queen, 50 Pros- perity, and $10.00 cash takes the lot. You cannot get better plants at any price. The Hillside Floral Gardens, Atlantic Highlands, N. J. Carnation plants from field, extra strong .ind healthy. Enchantress, $5.00 per 100, $45.00 per 1000. Mrs. Thos. W. Lawson and White Lawson, $4.00 per 100, $40.00 per 1000. Cash with order. M. J. Schaaf, Dansville, N. Y. CARNATIONS— 2.500 Queen, $50.00 per lOOU; 2500 Boston Market, $50.00 per 1000; 3500 Enchantress, $50.00 per 1000; 1500 Harlowarden. $45.00 per 1000; 500 Red Sport, $45.00 per 1000. Fox & Rosen, Parker Ford, Pa. UNUSUALLY FINE STOCK. White Enchantress, $60 per 1000; R. P. Enchantress, $50 per 1000. Satisfaction guaranteed. Cash, or C. O. D. A. J. Stahelin, Redford, Mich. Field-grown carnations, strong, healthy plants. B. Market, Queen, Fair Maid and Lawson, $3.00 per 100. Cash. Frank Sokol, College St., Worcester, Mass. Carnations, Boston Market, Enchantress, $5 per 100; $40 per 1000. Aristocrat, Win- sor, $6 per lOO; $50 per 1000. Mrs. A. M. Schafer, 2129 Balmoral Ave., Chicago, 111. CARNATION SUPPORTS Elmer D. Smith & Co., Adrian, Mich. Double Arch Carnation Supports. For page see List of Advertisers. Pillsbury's Carnation Staple, 50c. per 1000. postpaid. I. L. Pillsbury, Galesburg, 111; Strong, healthy, field-grown P. Lawson, 5c. Albion Ii. Emer.son. Westvllle, N. H. OHBTSANTHEMUMS C. H. Totty, UaditOB, N. J. For page see Ll»t of Advertlsera. Wood Bros., FtehkUl, N. Y. Chrysanthemums Rooted Cuttings. For page see List of Advertisers. Herrlngton'B book on the Chrysanthe- mum mailed to your address for 00c., by Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. Golden Glow chrysanthemums; stock plants: 12 for 75c., 25 for $1.25. 100 for $4.50. C. A. Shaffer & Co., Alexandria, Va. 25,000 stock plants Golden Glow, Octo- ber Frost, $25 per HXM), to clear benches. I. M. Ua.vner. Greenport, N. Y. CLEMATIS PANICTTLATA Fine plants, two and three years, $1.00 per ^oz.; $5.00 per 100; 50 at 100 rates. F. A. Bailer, Bloomlngton, III. OONIFERa John Waterer & Sons, Ltd., Amerlcaa Nursery, Bagshot, Eng. For page see List of Advertisers. GUT FLO^irER BOXES. Edwards Folding Box Co., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. WE PAY THE FREIGHT On Cut Flower Boxes if your order reaches us during September. Write for sample of stock we use and prices. Climax Mann- facturing Co., Castorland, N. Y. Dept. H. Folding cut flower boxes, the best mad*. Write for list. Holton & Hnnkel Co., Mil- waukee, Wis. For List of Advertisers See Page 487 •October 2, 1909 HORTICULTURE 483 CINERARIAS Cinerarias, 2"^ in., $5; 3 in., $8; 4 In., $12.50. Write for price list. Geo. A. Kuhi, Pekin, lil. CYCLAMEN Thomas Roland, Nabant, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Cyclamen, 2^4 in., S5.00; 3 in., $8.00; 4 ■In., $20.00. Geo. A. Kuhl, Pekin. 111. DAHIXAB Peacock Dahlia Farms. Williamstown Junc- tion, N. J. For page Bee List of AdvertlBera. E. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., White Manh, Md. For page see List of AdTertUeni. Herbert, Atco, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Wllmore's Dahlia Mannal will be mailed tor twent.v-five cents by HORTICDLTDBB PUBLISHING COMPANY, 11 Uamlltra Place, Boston. DECORATIVE PLANTS A. Leuthy & Co., Perkins St., Nurserle*, Rosllndale, Mass. Imported Plants for Fall Delivery. For page see List of Advertisers. FXiORUTS SUPPLIES N. F. McCarthy & Co., 84 Hawley St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Godfrey Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., PhUadelphIa, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa, For page see List of Advertisers. The Geo. Wlttbold Co., 1657 BucklDgbam Place, Chicago, III. For page see List of Advertisers. Bobert Craig Co., Market and 49tb Sts., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. John Scott, Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. EVERGREENS New England Nurseries, Bedford, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Bobbink & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. For page see List of Advertlgera. FERNS A. Lenthy & Co., Rosllndale, Mas*. For page see List of Advertisers. H. H. Barrows & Son, Whitman, Mam. Nephrolepis Magnlflca. For page see List of Advertisers. John Scott, Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Frank Oechslin, 4911 Quincy Street, Chicago. Fema for Dishes. For page see List of Advertisers. Tk« Geo. Wlttbold Co., 1657 Bocklogham Place, Chicago, III. For page see List of Advertisers. Godfrey Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., 1-hlladelphla. For page see List of Advertisers. The F. R. Plerson Co., Tarrytown-on- Hudson, N. Y. Nephrolepis Elegantlsslma Compacta. For page see List of Advertisers. Anderson's ferns for In and outdoors. Largest commercial collection In the conn- try. Ask for descriptive catalogue. J. F. Anderson, Fern Specialist, Short Hills. N. J. Whitman! ferns; Runners, $2 per 100; ^ in., $5 per doz. ; 7 in. and 8 In.. 75c. and ?1 each. Cash with order. Edw. G. Davis, Shawmut Ave., New Bedford, Mass. FERTILIZERS German Kali Works, 93 Nassau St., New York, N. Y. Potash. For page see List of Advertisers. FLORAL PHOTOGRAPHS Vloral Photographs. Foley's. 226-228 1-2 Bowery. New York. FLORISTS' LETTERS. Boston Florist Letter Co., 66 Pearl St., Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. W. C. Krick, 116f66~Greene"Ave., Brook- lyn. N. Y. Immortelle Letters. For page see List of Advertisers. H. M. Robinson & Co., 15 Province St. and 9 Chapman Place, Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Beed & Keller, 122 W. 25th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. H. Bayersdorfer & Co., 1128 Arch St., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. Rosens, 48 West 29th St., New York City. For page see List of Advertisers. FLOWER POTS W. B. Ernest, 28th and M Sts., Washington, D. C. For page see List of Advertisers. A. H. Hews & Co., Cambridge, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Hllflnger Bros.. Ft. Edward. N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. The Peters & Reed Pottery Co., Red Pots, Seed Pans, etc. Zanesvllle, O. . Syracuse Pottery Co., Syracuse, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. FREESIAS Schlegel & Fottler, 26 & 27 So. Market St., Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. FRUIT TREES Dwarf Frnlt Trees, by F. A. Waugb, mailed to your address for 55 cents by Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. GALAX Michigan Cnt Flower Co., 38 and 40 Broad way, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. Rice Bros.. 115 N. 6th St., Minneapolis^ Minn. For page see List of Advertisers. GREEN GALAX. Fresh from patch, ready for shipment. Medium size, 40c. 1000; large size, 45c. 1000. Cash with order. B. H. Thompson, R. F. D. 1, Dobson, N. C. GERANIUMS R. VInce.-it, Jr. & Sons Co., White Marsli, Md. For page see List of Advertisers. Geraniums, Nutt, $12.50 per 1000; Rlcard, Poitevlne, $15. A. M. Hcrr, Lancaster, Pa, Geranium — Rooted cuttings S. A. Nutt and Beaute Poitevine, $1.25 per 100; $10.00 per 1000. October and November delivery. Fine stock. Write for prices on large quantities. See vinca ad. A. L. Munk, ML Giiead, O. GLASS Boston Plate & Window Glass Ce., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers- Standard Plate Glass Co., 26-30 Sndbnry St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co.. Western Ave., betweea 25tb & 26th Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Sharp, Partridge & Co., 22d & Lamber Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Parshelsky Bros., Inc., 59 Montrose Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page seg List of Advertisers. Metropolitan Material Co., 1S92-1402 Metro- politan Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Greenhouse glass, lowest prices. John- ston Glass Co., Hartford City, Ind^ ORATE BARS Broadway Iron Foundry Co., 92 Broadway, Cambridgeport, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. GREENHOUSE BUILDING MATK> RIAL rx>rd & Bumham Co., 1133 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Plerson U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. I. For page see List of Advertisers. A. T. Stearns Lnmber Co., Neponset, Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. King Construction Co., N. Tonawanda, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. HItchlngs & Co., 1170 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. J. C. Monlnger Co., 117 Bast Blackbawk St., Chicago, III. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mtg. Co., Western Ave., between 25th & 26th Sts.. Chicago. Pecky Cypress for Benches. For page see List of Advertisers. P. Jacobs & Sons. 1S59-63 Flushing Are., Brooklyn, N. Y. Glass. High Grade, Double Thick Green- house Glass. Lord & Bumham, 1133 Broad- way, N. Y. GLAZING POINTS H. A. Dreer. Philadelphia, Pa. Peerless Glazing Point. For page see List of Advertisers. GLAZINC! POINTS, Lord & Bnrnham. Special Glazing Nails (Points). Lord * Bnrnham, 1133 Broadway, N. Y. GREENHOUSE CONSTRUCITON gri:eniiodsb CONSTRDCTION, Seml- Iron Greenhouse, New Truss Houses and Iron Frame Houses. Lord & Burnham, 1133 Broadway, N. Y. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., between 25th & 26th Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. HItchlngs & Co., 1170 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. GUTTERS GUTTERS, Cast Iron Gutters, L. * B. Improved V Shaped Gutter with drip gnt- ter attachment. Lord & Burnham, 1181 Broadway, N. Y. HAIL INSURANCE Florists' Hall Asso. of America. J. G. HJsler, Saddle River, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. HARDY FERNS, MOSS AND GREENS H. M. Robinson & Co., 15 Province St. and 9 Chapman Place, Boston, Mas& For page see List of Advertisers. Michigan Cnt Flower Exchange, 88 and -10 Broadway, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. The Kervan Co., 113 W. 28th St., Now York. For page see List of Advertisers. Rice Bros., 115 N. 6th St., Minneapolis, Minn. For page see List of Advertisers. HEATING APPARATUS Lord & Bnrnham Co., 1133 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Plerson U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Kroesehell Bros. Co., 466 Brie St., Chlcag*. For page see List of Advertisers. HEDGE PLANTS C. R. Burr & Co., Manchester. Conn. Hedge Plants for Fall Delivery. For page see List of Advertisers. HERBACEOUS PERENNIALS P. Onwerkerk, P. O. No. 1, Hoboken, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers^ New England Nurseries, Bedford, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. The Geo. Wlttbold Co., 1657 Bncklngbiii Place. Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. HOT>BED SASH The A. T. Stearns Lumber Co., Neponset, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Plerson U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Lord & Burnham Co., 1133 Broadway, N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg! Co., Western Ave^, betwee* 25th & 26th Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. in writing to Advertisers Icindly mention Horticulture 484 HORTICULTURE Oetober 2, IW- HTDXUtLNOEAS. American BTerbloomlng Hydrangea (H. Arboresceoa Grandlflora alba), heavy two- year plants for agents' use. Peonla Fe»- tlva Maxima and Queen Victoria, low per 1000. One hundred other choice varletle* of Peonlas at low prices. The B. Y. Tom Co., Centervllle, Ind. Special. Hardy hydrangeas, four-year-old plants, extra fine, for Oct. delivery. 1 doz. lots, $6.00; 100 lots, $40.00. Special on 250 lots. Write. Geo. A. Kuhl. Feltin, 111. UrSECTIOIDES. Nlcotlcide kills all greenhooso pe»t». P. H. Palethorpe Co., Eleventh St., Owensboro, Ky. For page see List of Advertlsera. Stompp & Walter Co., 60 Barclay St.. New York. Kllmdead Tobacco Dnst. For page see Llgt of Advertleere. Phlla. insecticide Co., 6117 Mmln St, Germantown, Pa. PDlIman'B Insect and Worm Deetroyer: Nicotine. B. Q. Pratt Co., 50 Church St., New York. Scalecide. For page see List of Advertisers. Geo. E. Talmadge, Inc., Madison, N. J. Aphlne. For page see List of Advertisers. 'The Fumigating Kind Tobacco Pow- dor"— The first on the market and the kind tkat has so many imitators, has oar gnar- ■ntoe tag of satisfaction or money back, and "The Moon Trade Mark" on every bag. IB.00 per 100 lbs. The H. A. Stoothoft Co., lennt Vernon, N. Y., makers and sellers. IRIS Iris, all types. Very select list. C. Betacher. Canal Dover, 0. JERUSAI.EM CHERRIES Jerusalem cherries, 4-ln., $5.00 per 100. Cash, rranit Sokol, College St., Worces- ter, Mass. JAPANESE PUINTS Yokohama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay St., New York. For page see List of Advertlsera. KEHTIAS Godfrey Aschmaan, 1012 W. Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. A. Leuthy & Co., Rosiindale, Masa. For page see List of Advertisers. .Tos. Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. Home-Grown, Established Plants. For page see List of Advertisers. lilliY OF THE VAIil-EY PIPS HJalmar Hartmann & Co., Langangstraada 20, Copenhagen, Denmark. For page see List of Advertlsara. MANUALS Iris, Peony .and Phlox Manuals, 25 cts. each In Stamps. C. S. Harrison, York, Nebraska. MASTICA 1". O. Pierce Co., 12 W. Broadway, N«w York. For page see List of Advertlsera. MUSHROOM SPA"WN Wm. Elliott & Sons, 42 Vesey St, New York. moo. Kentucky Tobacco Product Co., Loaisvllle, Ky. t NURSERY STOCK — Continued W. A T. Smith Co., Geneva, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Bobbink & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Eastern Nurseries, Jamaica Plain, Mass. Pinus Strobus. For page see List of Advertisers. Leesley Bros., Chicago, 111. Trees, Shrubs, Evergreens, Hardy Plants. For page see List of Advertisers. Manual of the Trees of North America, by C S. Sargent, mailed to your address for $6.00, by Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. TKBES, SHRrBS, ROSBS, EVER- GREENS, PEONIES, HARDY PLANTS. BLLW ANGER & BARRY, Rochester, N. I. NURSERY STOCK John Waterer & Sons, Ltd., American Nursery, Bagshot, England. For page see List of Advertlsera. P. Ouwerkerk, 216 Jane St., Weehawkan Heights. N. J. For page see List of Advertlsera. New England Nurseries, Inc., Bedford, Mass. For page see List of Advertlsera. ONION SETS Leonard Seed Co., Chicago, 111. For page sea List of Advertisers. OBOHID PIiANTS Lager &. Hurrell, Summit, N. J. Freeh Imported and Established Orchids. For page see List of Advertlsera. Sander, St. Albans, England. Importers, Exporters, Growers, Hybridlsta. For page see List of Advertlsera. Carrlllo & Baldwin, Secancns, N. J. For page see List of Advertlsera. Ordonez Bros., Madison, N. J., Box 105. C. Lablata: D. Biglbbnm Arrived. For page see List of Advertlsera. Stuart Low & Co.. Bush Hill Park, Enfleld, Eng. For page see List of Advertisers. Ijirgest stock In the country. Ask for prlcea. Jolius Roehra. Rutherford, N. J. Orchid Growers' Manual. By B. S. Wil- liams. 300 illustrations, 800 pages; descrip- tions of upwards of 2500 species and vane- ties of orchidaceous plants, etc. The most complete work on Orchids and orchid cul- ture ever published. Price, $10.00. Ordora filled by HORTICULTURE, 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. PAINT AKD PUTTT PAINT AND PUTTY: Ideal Greenhouse Lead: Special Greenhouse Putty. Lord It Bnmham, 1133 Broadway. N. Y. PAUCS A. Lentby * Co., Perkins St. Nuraerlea, Rosiindale, Mass. For page see List of AdTcrtlaers. Robert Craig Co., Market and 49tb Sta., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. Home-Grown Palms. For page see List of Advertisers. Gee. Wlttbold Co., 1657 Buckingham Placa, Chicago. For page see List of Advertlsera. John Scott, Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertlsera. PANSY PLANTS. BROWN'S PANSIES. Extra select, superb giant, mixed pansy plants, $3.00 per 1000; $25.00 per 10,000. Cash with order. Peter Brown, 124 Ruby St., Lancaster. Pa. Giant pansv plants, good strain, $2.50 per 1000. A. B. Reynolds, Ballston Spa, N. Y. PANSY SEED A. T. Boddington, 342 W. 14th St., New York. Giant Pansies. PATENTS D. C. Slggera & Slggers, Wnshlngtoi^ D. For page see List of Advertlsera. PEAT Orchid Peat and Moss always on hand. Jnllns Rochrs Co., Rutherford, N. J. PEONIES Gilbert H. Wild, Sarcoxie, Mo. For page see List of Advertisers.^ The B. G. HliTCo., Richmond, Ind. For page see List of Advertlsera. S. G. Harris, Tarrytown, N. Y. For p.tge see List of Advertisers. Cottage Gardens Co., Queens, N. Y. For page see_List of Advertisers. Estate of Divviiririsher, Montvale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. SunnyfleUTNursery Co., Poughkeepsie, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Peonies, 1200 sorts, big stock. Send for list. Largest collection anywhere. C. Betscher. Canal Dover, O. ^ 6 choice named kinds, distinct colore, $1.00 per doz.; $6.00 per 100. F. A. Bailer, Bloomington, 111. ^ Peonies only, by the wholesale--beet lOO varieties. J. F. Rosenfleld, Westpoint, Nebf. Peony list ready. Write for one today. Standard varieties. Prices right. Gilbertr H. Wild, Sarcoxie. Mo. PEPPERS Celestial peppers, 2% in., $5.00; 3 In., $8.00; 4 in.. $15.00. Geo. A. Kuhl, Pekln, 111. PHXiOXES Sunuvfleld Nursery Co., Poughkeepsie, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. PHOTOGRAPHS: DESIGNING: U^ LUSTRATING Geo. B. Dow, 178 Washington St., Boatoa. For page see List of Advertlsera. FIFE AMD nXTDrOS Foley Mfg. Co., between Weetem At*. 26th St.. Chicago, III. Kroeschell Bros. Co., 466 Brie St., Chlcai*. For page see List of Advertlsera. PIPE AND FITTINGS. Cast Iron aa«^ Wrought Pipe, Valves, Elbows, Plpa Ho«««< Automatic Air Headers, etc. Lord * B»»» ham, ll&t Broadway, N. Y. Geo. B. Doane & Son Co., 18 Midway St., Boston. For page see List of Advertlsera. Metropolitan Material Co., 139B-14M ropolltan Ave.. Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. PLANT STAKES Seele'B Tieless Plant Stakes and TTel» Uses. H. D. Seele & Sons, Elkhart, Ittd. POT HANGERS Pot hangers. Kramer's, $1 doi. by e»., $1.25 by mail. I. N. Kramer & Son, Cadar Rapids, Iowa. POINSETTIAS Poinsettlas, 21^ in., $6.00; 3 in., $10.00;. 4 in., $20.00. Geo. A. Kuhl, Pekln, 111. PRIMULAS r. Oeschlln, 2572 W. Adams St., Chicago, DL Primroses Obconlca and Chlnenals. For page see List of Advertisers. Bd. Herrmann, North & Milton Atb., Baltimore, Md. Chinese Primulas. For page see List of Advertisers. Primula chinensis, 9 colora mixed, S Inch, 2c.; Obconlca Ronsderfer, Lattmaiill»- Hybrlds, 10 colore mixed, 2 inch 2c; 0^- conlca gigantea, mixed, 2 Inch 214c. J. U. Schiller, 929 Prouty Ave., Toledo, O. PRIVET CALIFORNI.^ 12 to 18 iu., 2 to 4 bran.. $10 per M: 18 to 24 in., 3 to.J bran., $12 M; 24 to 30 in., 4 to 6 liran., $14 M; 24 to SO- Fu., 5 to 8 bran.. $16 M. . AMOOR RIVER PRIVET 12 to 18 in., $1'>.50 M; 18 to 24 in., $15 M, well branched; 18 to 24 in., heavy, $16 M; 24 to 30 in.. heavy, $20 M. F. O. B. Bostic. Cash. with order. Valdeslan Nurseries, Bostic Dept., Bostic, North Carolina. For List of Advertisers See Page 487 October 2, 1909 HORTICULTURE 485 RHODODENDRONS John Waterer & Sons, Ltd., American Nuitiery, Bagsbot, England. For page see List of AdTertlscn. P. Oowerkerk, Hoboken, N. J. For page see List of Adrertlsen. ROSEfr BtbtH Craig Co., Market and 4(>tb Its.. PblUdelplila, Pa. Fof page «e« Llat of Advertl—M. P. Oowerkerk, P. O.No. 1, Hoboken, N. J. For page see List of AdTertiaen. Dicgee Sc Conard Co., West GroTe, Pa. Novelties In Roses. For page aee List of Advertlaera. PortUmann Bros. Co., Morton Qrora, IB. For page aee List of Advertlaera. A. N Plerson, Cromwell, Cv>nn. White Klllamey, Mr Maryland, BamUaca. For page aee List of AdTertlB Chicago. For page see List of AdverOsera. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, 111. For page see List of Advertlaera. HoerberBros., Atlas Block, 51 Wabash Ave,, Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Cromirell, Conn. A. N. Pleraon, Cromwell, Conn. For page see List of Advertisera. Detroit Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, 88 and Broadway, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertlsera. Mia neapolis Rice Bros., 115 N. 6th St., Uiniieapoll% Minn. For page see List of AdverUsera. Naw York Ford Bros., 48 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertlsera. H. &. Froment, 67 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of AdverUsera. Alex. J. Guttmau, 34 W. 28th St., Naw York. For page see List of Advertlsera. B. C. Horao, 55 W. 28tih St., New York. For page see List of Advertlsera. A. H. Langjahr, 55 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisera. James McManus, 42 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertlsera. JoOrn I. Eaynor, 49 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertlsera. W. F. Sheridan, 39 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertlsera. Moore, Hentz & Nash, 55 and 67 W. lath St., New York. For page see List of Advertlaera. Wm. H. Kuebler, 28 Wlllonghby St., Brooklyn. N. Y. For page see List of Advertlsera. Mlllang Bros., 41 W. 28th St, New York. For page see List of Advertlsera. John Young, 51 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertlsera. Greater New York B^orists'^Assoclatloa. 162 Livingston St, Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertlsera. Frank Mlllang, 55-57 W. 26th St., N«w York. For page aee List of Advertlsera. PblUp F. Kcssier, 55 & 67 W. 26th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. A. L. Yonng & Co., 54 W. 28th St., N. X. I For page see List of Advertlsera. writing 486 H O KT 1 CU LT U R£- October 2, 190* WHOI.ESAI.E FXARISTS— New York — Continued Rrowere' Cut Flower Co., 39 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List or Advertlsere. J. K. Aile^i, 106 W. 23th St., New lork. For page see List of Advertisers. Charles Mlllang, 55 and 57 West 26th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers B. S. Slinn. Jr., 55-57 W. 26th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Philadelphia W. E. McKlsslck & Bros., 1819-1621 Ran- ste.id St., Philadelphia, Fa. For page see List of Advertisers. Leo Nlessen Co., 1209 Arch St., Philadel- phia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. The si si Peniiock-Meehan Co., 1608-1* Ludlow St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. New Offers in This Issue. CALIFORNIA PRIVET: BERBERRY THUNBERGII. C. R. Burr & Co.. Manfhcster, Conn. For page sco List of Adverti-^ors. CARNATION SANGAMO. Chicago Carnation Co., Joliet. III. A. C. Brown, Springfield, 111. For page see List of Adverti.^frs. CARNATION CONQUEST. Chicago Carnation Co., Joliet, III. For page see List of Advertisers. CYCAS PALM. Elmer D. Smith & Co., Adrian. Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. FLOWERS BY TELEGRAPH, M A Howe. 1204 Broadway, New York, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. GALAX AND LEUCOTHOE. J. L. Banner, Montezuma, N. C. For page see List of Advertisers. IRON FRAME GREENHOUSES. King Construction Co., N. Tonawanda, N. Y. For page .-.ee List of Adverti.^ers. LILIUM FORMOSUM. H. F. Miohell Co., l(il,S Market St,, Phil- adelphia, I'a, For page see List of Adveitisers. LANDSCAPE GARDENING COURSE. Home Correspondence School. Springfield, Mass. Dept, S, For page sec List of Adverti.-.ers. OLD HAMPSHIRE BOND PAPER. Hampshire Paper Co,. So, Hadley Falls, Mass, For page see List of Advcrt'sc; s. PANSIES; DAISIES; FORGET-ME- NOTS: LETTUCE. J. C, Schmidt. Bristol, Pa. For page sec List of Advertisers. PLANT TUBS. American Wooden AVare Mfg. Co.. 369-75 So. Erie St.. Toledo, 0. For page sec List of .^dvertlNcrs. SHRUBS AND SPECIMEN EVER- GREENS. J. J. McManmon, Nurseryman, Lowell, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. STANDARD THERMOSTAT. Standanl Thermometer Co., 65 Li-ster St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. THOMPSON'S MANURES. Wm. Elliott & Sons. 42 Vescy St., New Y'ork. For page see List of Advertisers. HORTICULTURAL WRECKED. BUILDING Pleautifiil Horticultural Hall, the pride of New Orleans, and witboui (]Uestion containing tliB laigest and finest ooUection of rare tropical plants In the Cniied States, was partially de- stroyed by a cyclone yesterday fore- noon (Sept. 20) about 9.30 o'clock. The swath cut by the tornadc was perhaps about 500 yards wide, and included in its path the ,!;rDve of magnificent live oaks extending from Magazine street to ihe entrance of the hall. Just one- half of the hall from the cupola, or steeple, in the center towards Maga- zine street was prostrated fl^t to the ground, not even the foundations re- maining upright. The rare plants and flowers contained in this portion of the hall, were ruined as far as can be seen, although some may be saved, but this cannot be ascertained until after the debris is all cleared away. The glass was, of course, shattered and ground into dust, while the timbers were split and torn and reduced to kindling wood. The havoc wrought was terrible and aliuost beyond belief. Huge beams supporting the heavy glass roof were broken as though they were sticks, while the lighter crossbeams were twisted and broken into small pieces. Horticultural Hall was built in 1884 during the exposition or world's fair, which was given in Audubon Park, The cost of the structure was about $60,000, and the appraisement, when a value was set on the park property last year, was $40,000. Superintendent Jules Fonta, who takes a great interest in the hall, is almost in despair at the havoc wrought. — New Orleans Picayune. BUSINESS CHANGES. West Chester, Pa.— George Way, Jr.. has moved to 131 East Gay street. Cincinnati, O.— Betz & Ball, wire workers, have dissolved, and Mr. Ball will carry on the business alone. New Bedford, Mass.— .4shley & Henberger have dissolved partnership, Mr. Henberger retiring from the firm. Cairo, III.— H. H. Cade, of Greens- burg, Pa., has purchased the business of the late W. M. Davidson on Eighth street, Boston, Mass.— William J. Galvin. of Newport. R. I„ has taken charge of the Back Bay establishment of Thomas F, Galvin, Wollaston, Mass.— Geo, Robertson & Son have leased the Brown green- houses recently occupied by Thomas Pegler. Terre Haute, Ind.— Patrick Donnelly has leased the Hunt greenhouses and will grow general stock for the whole- sale market. Pontlac, Mich.— O. B. Miller, fore- man for the Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. is to start in the florist business here with his father. Montpelier, Vt. — Emslie & Co., of Barre, have purchased the business of Alex. Broadfoot, which gives them greatly enlarged business facilities. Minneapolis, Minn.— Henry Kusik & Co. have opened a wholesale cut flower establishment on Fifth street, north of Hennepin avenue, and will move the Western avenue stock to the new location. During Recess CHICAGO SPORTS. The Chicago Bcwling League is now fully organized and the captains chosen at their last meeting are as follows: Victor Bergman of Weinhoeber's, cap- tain of "The Violets"; Geo. Asmus of the Schiller Flower Store, captain of "The Orchids"; Otto Goerisch of the A. L. Randall Co., captain of "The Roses," and Allie Zeck of Zeck & Mann's, captain of "The Carnations." A schedule giving dates and prizes for the season is now in the hands of the printers. Each team contains five reg- ulars and three substitutes. Announcements are out for the 4th annual reception and ball to be given b\ the Chicago Wholesale Florists' employes at Columbia Hall, 1527 North Clark street, on Wednesday evening, Oct. 27th. The decisive ball game played Sun- day at Hinsdale between the employes of Poehlmann Bros, and those of Bas- sett & Washburn, gave the victory to the Poehlmann team by a score of six to three. The first three points were quickly won but the last three meant real work and the battle was hard fought. The usual exchange of cour- tesies in the shape of refreshments fol- lowed, with Bassett & Washburn as hosts. The families of August and Adolph Poehlmann accompanied their men and were entertained at luncheon by C. L. Washburn. A PRESENTATION. A number of the friends and neigh- bors of James Crosby, gardener for Mrs, J, W. Tufts of Medford, Mass., on the evening of September' 22 sur- prised him and Mrs, Crosby with a present of a beautiful buffet in token of the esteem they are held in this neighborhood. Mr. Stuart Miller of Medford ma'le the presentation, voic- ing the sentiments of all present in a few well-chcsen words, Mr. and Mrs. Crosby were so taken aback, that they could hardly find words to express their appreciation. Ice cream and cake were served and a very enjoyable even- ing -was spent. Mr. Whitney and Mr. Jliller added much to the occasion by I heir instiuiiiental and vocal abilities. BUFFALO BOWLERS. President Neubeck, of the Bowling section of the Buffalo Florists' Club, reports a good attendance at the week- ly roll last Monday night, and he looks foiward to turn out a prize-winning team at the end of the season. INDIANAPOLIS FLOWER MARKET. The past week's business has been of such a volume for the sea- son that trade along the line feel much encouraged. There is an increasing demand for all good stock; fancy Beauties, teas, lily of the valley, and orchids all short of the de- irand. Yellow and white chrysanthe- mums are having a good run and sell- ing out clean. The cut of the two weeks previous, however, did not sell well. Carnations are much improved in quality and should sell well from now on. as asters are about over. Dah- lias are to be had in great quantities and will be a factor in the medium priced stock till frost cornea October 2, 1909 ttORTlCULTURE 48T List of Advertisers Page Advance, The Co. . . ■ 491 AUen J. K. 481 Amcfican Nursery (Eng.) 462 American Woodcnwarc^ M'l'gCo 488 AschmanD Godtrey,. .4^4 Banner J. L. 4S1 cMuruw:> H.ti.oc don>4D4 tSaTersdorferH.& 1^0.478 Beaven E. A 4c 1 Bobbink & Atkins. ■ . . 402 Boddingion a. 1.....475 ttosion r lon&i i.><;iici Co 477 Boston i'iate and Win- dow Glass Co 490 Bowe M 476 ifrecic J osepn ae aaua 473 Breitmeyeri) J. Stoas-.^yt} Bridgemaa's 6 e e d Warehouse 475 Broadway Iron Foun- dry Co 490 Brown A. C 4O3 tfarpce W. a. & Co .475 BurrC. R. & Co 46a Cftirillo & Baldwin . 464 C n i c a g o Carnation Co ....463 Clarke's David, :>ous,470 CoMi J. J 4tJo Cottage Gardens 462 Cowec W. J.. 481 Craig, Robt., Co 4 4 CrawDuck Geo.W 4S0 Danker t. A 476 D ngee& Conard C0.4O3 Doane, Geo. B 491 Dorncr r. 5>ons & C0.4O3 Dorrance Benj 489 Dow Geo. E 473 Oreer ri. a 4^0 Oonlop John tl . . .476 Durand & Marohn . . ■ 480 D,sart, R.J 474 Kdwards Folding Box ..Co 478 BllottWm abona 474 ••ler J. G 4*g Ernest W. H 488 Byres 476 farquhar R.& J.& Co. 475 Fisher David, Est. 01.462 Fiske H. E. Seed Co. 475 Foley Mfg. Co 490 Ford Bros 483 Froment H.E 480 liaivln Thos. F 477 German Kali Works. .489 Greater N.Y. Florists' Association 480 Green Chas 463 Grey r. J. Co 475 lirowers' Cut Flower Co 48« Gude Bros. Co 476 UuttmaD Alex. J 480 Hail Asso 4gi Hampshire Paper Co. 477 H irtmann lljaimaj & Co ,4 Hauswirth the Florist 4 76 Heacockjos. Co 464 Herbert 472 Herrmann £d 464 Hews A. tl. & Co.... 488 Uafinger Bros 488 Hlll.TheE.G.Co ....463 Hltcfalng5& Co 4«3 Hocrber Bros 478 Hoffman 476 Holmei Seed Co 475 Home Correspondence Schools 488 Horan E. C 483 Hunt A. E. & Co 463 Hunt Bros 463 Hunt E. H 489 Jager, Chas. J. Co. ..489 KastlngW.F. Co....,8i Kervan Co 481 Kessler P. F 480 fCing Cons. Co 401 Krick W. C 481 Kroeschell Bros. Co. .491 fCuebler Wm . H 480 Lager& Hurrell 464 Lanejahr. Alfred H. .. 480 Leesley Bros 469 Leonard Seed Co 475 Leuthv A. & Co 464 Littlefield H. F 463 Lord & Bumham Co.4g3 Louisville Floral Co .481 Low Stuart & Co 464 Page UacMulkin E 476 McCarthy N. K.& Co. 481 McConnell Alex 476 McKeUar Charles W. 478 McKcnna P. i Sons.. 476 McK.lsslck, W. Jl. & Bros 478 McManmon J. J 487 MoManusJas 480 Meyer J. C & Co 481 MichellH.F.Co 474 Michigan Cut Flower Exchange 4S1 Mtllang Bros 480 Millang Charles 480 Millang Frank 480 Miller E. S 464 Metropolitan Material Co 491 Momnger J. C 491 Moore, Hentz & Nash 480 Morse C. C. & Co.... 475 Murray Samuel 476 New Eng. Nurseries. 469 Niessen Leo. Co 478 Oechslin Frank 464 Ordonez Bros 464 Ouwerkerk P 46a Palethorpe P. R. Co. . 489 Palmer W.J. & Son.. 476 Park Floral Co. 476 Parshelsky Bros 490 Peacock DahliaFarms 47 2 Pennock-Meehan Co. 478 Perkins St. Nurseries. 464 Peters Geo. & Sons . .463 Phila Insecticide Co.. 489 Pierce, F. O. Co. . .490 Pierson, A. N. , inc. .464 PlersonF.R. Co 4S4 Pierson U Bar Co 499 Picters ,\. J 475 ^^nehlmann Bros. C0..478 Pratt B G. Co 489 Quaker City Mach.Co 491 Raynor John 1 480 Reed& Keller 48a Reinberg Peter 478 ReuterS.J &Son,Inc.463 Rice Bros 4 8 Rickards Bros 475 Robinson H.M. & C0.478 Rock Wm. L Flo.Co. 476 Roehrs Julius Co. ...464 Roland, Thomas .. .472 Rolker August &Sons488 Rosens 481 Sander & Son 464 Schlegel & Fottler C0.475 Schmidt J. C 464 Schulz Jacob 476 Scott , John 464 Sharp, Partridge & Co 4r o Sheridan W. F 480 Sigeers & Siggers. . . .490 Skidelsky & Irwin. ...463 Slinn B. S., Jr 411 Smith Flmer D. & C0.429 Smith W.&T. Co ...469 Smyth Wm. J.. ..476 Standard Plate Glass Co 490 Standard Thermometer Co 490 Steams A.T. Lumber Co 49 1 "!tumoD & Walter Co. 489 Sunnyfield NurscryCo462 Syracuse Pottery Co . 488 Tailby 477 Talmadge Geo. E. . . .479 Thorburn J.M. & Co. 47s Totty Chas. H 463 Valentine, J. A 476 Vick's James Sons . . .473 Vincent R. Jr. &Sons, 463-474 Wants, For Sale. etc..4S7 WardR.M.&Co 475 Waterer John & Sons .463 Welch Bros 478 Wild Gilbert H 469 WittboldGeo.Co....464 Wilson 476 Wlnterson.E. F. Co..478 Wood Bros 463 Yokohama Nurserie5.47S VoungA. L 48t VoUDe Tohn 480 Young & Nugent 476 Zangen O. V 475 Zinn Julius A 477 ZTolaneIc A.C 47s PERSONAL. Miss Violet Rose has taken a posi- tion with J. J. Habermehl at the Belle- vue-Stratford Flower Store, Philadel- phia. F. Gomer Waterer of Bagshot, Eng- land, sailed from New York on the Cunarder Lusitania, Wednesday, 29th lust. Frank Edgar, of the firm of Edgar Bros., Waverley, Mass., was married on September 15 to Miss Margaret Bur- beck. Mr. Good, formerly with H. Hoff- meier, is now manager of John King Duer's store on Madison avenue, New- York. Samuel Lishraan has taken charge of the recently completed greenhouses of Mrs. Mabel Barnes at Mansfield, Mass. John T. Erickson, formerly head gai-- dener on the Converse estate. Maiden, has started in the florist business for himself at Swampscott, Mass. Lawrence Cotter, manager of Lake- view Rose Gardens, Jamestown, N. Y., has been confiiied to the house for the past ten days with a serious attack of sciatic rheumatism. Hugh Burch, gardener to Mrs. J. D. L Layng. of Mt. Kisco, N. Y., was seri- ously injured in a boiler explosion on the estate and has been taken to the hospital. Workmen were making re- pairs on the boiler and had stai'ted a little fire, when the boiler burst, and the boiler-house was totally demol- ished. Mr. Burch fell among the de- bris. Mr. Thomas Francis Dooner of Phila- delphia, and Miss Alice Murray of Sea Bright, N. J., were married at Sea Bright on Tuesday, September 21. The many traveling members of the seed and flower fraternity who make Doon- er's Hotel their base of operations in the Quaker City, will be interested in this announcement and extend sincere congratulations. Among the passengers on the Cano- pic, 'which arrived at Boston from the Mediterranean last Monday morning, was Mr. J. K. M. L. Farquhar, return- ing from a two months' torn- extending from northern Norway via Denmark, F.ngland and France to Italy. Mr. Far- ciuhar was captured and surrounded by a little coterie of intimate friends at the Parker House on Wednesday even- ing and a rare "feast of reason and flow of soul" followed. Assurances have been given Mr. Farquhar by nota- ble foreign cultivators of contr-ibutions to the great orchid show which is to take place in Boston next May. Mr. Fai-quhar is a keen observer, has an excellent memory and entertaining de- livery and will, no doubt, be called upon to relate in a more public way some of his horticultural experiences, during the coming season. New York visitor: John J. McMan- mon, Lowell, Mass. Visitors in Philadelphia: R. Sawyer, Jacksonville Floral Co., Jacksonville. Fla.; Chas. Evenden, Evenden Bros., Williamsport, Pa.; Wm. A. Hammond, Richmond, Va.; Parker Thayer Barnes, Harrisburg, Pa.; P. Joseph Lynch, West Grove. Pa.; Miss Violet Rose, New York City; Alexander Gumming, Hartford, Conn. iifiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiin I WANTS, FOR SALE, ETC. I ilton Place, Boston. _ iTiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiffl. HELP^WANTED HORTICULTURE needs a wide- awake representative in every town, in the land. Good comnnisslon paid on advertising and subscriptions. If you are ambitious, write for terms. WANTED — Experienced grower for com- mercial place near Boston; must be gooA grower of carnations especially. Good ■ai- ary to the right party. Address, with ref- erences. Carnations, care of HORTICDIy TD R B , ] 1 Hamilton Place, Boston. WANTED — Buyers and agents to seli our cement block and fence post macliln- ery. Send for circulars and prices. Ad- dress W. L. Keller Cement Block Machine- Co., Kearney, Neb. WANTED— Experienced seed clerk. Wages $15 a week. Address "E.," care HORTICULTURE. SITUATIONS WANTED SITUATION WANTED as head gardener of a gentleman's estate in Massachusetts, 0 years experience in America. Best recom- mendations from present employer. Ad- dross "Gardener," care of HORTICUL- TURE, 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. FOR SALE FOR SALE— Special 16 x 18 and 16 x 94. double thick glass In "A" and "B" qpalt- ties. Bn.v now and save money. Wrlt« PARSHELSKY BROTHERS, INC.. W Mnntro.se Ave.. Brooklyn. N. Y. FOR SALE— At Southampton, L. I., %. acre, 8-room house, hot house, 100 ft. long, and bam. All newly painted and in good condition. Easy terms. Inquire Pacific Paint Co., 27 Sixth Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. FOR SALE— 1200 ftT^f good~4^ineh^ipe: niso large sectional Sunray boiler. Appl.v to Mrs. H. Baeppler, Teaneck. P. d. Bogota, N. .1. MISCELLANEOUS WANTS W.\NTED— Rose plants of any kind and seedling perennials, cheap. Melrose Gar- den Co., 90 Melrose St.. Providence, R. I. NEW ENGLAND FRUIT SHOW. The New England Fruit Show, which is to hold its exhibition! in Horticul- tural Hall, Boston, Mass., October 19th to 24th. is organized wholly to promote better fruit growing in these states. All indications point to a tremendous exhibition and a very large attendance of tho?;e interested in fruit growing.^ The effect of this enterprise cannot be other than healthy, and it is believed that it will do much to stimulate a revival of interest locally in this branch of horticulture in which New England at one time held a leading position. I — ^^Landscape Gardeners Now is your opportunity to get a lot of fine large shrub* and evergreens. I have a graud collection of shrubs suitable for this climate, grown here one plant of which will make as much show in a bed as three of the areragc stock that is put out. This is a rare opportunity to get such stock, J. J. McMANMON, Nurseryman, lowell. Mass. ^^ 488 HORTICULTURE October 2, 1909 I^OIi 99 HEWS STANDARD POTS WORLDS LARGEST MANUFACTURERS! POT MAKERS FOR 140 YEARS Pearson Street, LONG ISLAND CITY, N. Y. WRITE FOR CATALOGUE AND DISCOUNTS A. H. HEWS & CO., Inc. CAMBRIDGE. MASS. 452^60 No. Branch St. CHICAGO, ILL. Obituary* John Forbes. The death of John Forbes of Ha- wick, England, one of the foremost men in the trade, who two years ago received the Royal Warrant as nur- seryman to His Majesty the King, will recall to florists in this country his notable exhibit of phloxes, East Loth- ian stocks, etc., at the St. Louis Expo- sition in 1904, for which he received a gold medal. Mr. Forbes was a man of -strict integrity and upright character. Edward T. Alburger, Jr. Died, September 22, lOU'J, Edward T. Alburger, Jr., son of Edward T. and Mary E. C. Alburger, in his 33rd year. The funeral services took place at thf residence of his parents. Baker and Dupont streets, Manayunk, Pa. Inter- ment at West Laurel Hill Cemetery. The deceased was a distinguished civil ■engineer and was connected with the local bridge building works near Man- ayunk. He was not connected with 'his father in the florist business, al- though he took a keen interest there- in. The sympathy of the trade is free- ly extended to the family in its be- reavement. Thomas J. Johnson. Thomas J. Johnson, colored, for three years a retail florist at 399 31st street, Chicago, died Sept 26. 'PETER BARR— A REMINISCENCE. The writer's sketch and portrait of Peter Barr, whose death has just beeu reported, appeared in a contemporary, July 2:!rd, 1S98— after spending an in- timate week with him in Philadelphia and another three days' constant com- panionship at Atlantic City. The mel- lowing experience of eleven years has but confirmed the strong impressions the wonderful personality of this great man made on him at the time. Mr. Barr's passing away full of years and honors was not unexpected, and yet it seems but yesterday since one of his cheery letters from Scotland glv- Landscape Gardening A course for Home-makers and Gardeners taught by Prof. Craig and Proi. Batchelor. of Cornell University. Gardeners who understand up- to-date methods and practice arc in demand for the best positions. A knowledge of Landscape Gar- dening is indispensable to those who would have the pleasantest homes. 250 page catalogue free. Write to-d«y. The Home Correspondence School Dept. 8, Springfield, Mats. Prof. Ckaig ing explicit directions for the pilgrim to reach his sylvan retreat came to hand, and was the basis of some plans for the near future that will now have to be modified. ^ Peter Barr was a seedsman from boy- hood to the end of the chapter. But like many another celebrity in that profession, he was more than a mere merchant. He was an enthusiast in horticulture. Catholic in his sympa- thieF and a keen observer, he had the helping hand and thp encouraging wo;d tor every specialist and pioneer in that- broad field. He even had hobbies him- self— the three most conspicuous of which were, accoidina: to his own ad- Petki{ Hakk mission. May Tulips, Peonies, and Daf- fodils. So much did his confreres and the general public in Great Britain ap- preciate his work: in that connection, that he had the honor of being one of the "celebrated sixty" to receive the Victorian Medal for "distinguished ser- vices rendered to Horticulture" during Queen Victoria's reign. Mr. Barr was justly proud of this distinction and never failed to allude to it with pride in the course of conversation. A King crowned but yesterday could not have been more innocently flattered. With all that, he was a very demo- cratic gentleman, and it is now re- called with amusement how, being lo- cated in Philadelphia bag and baggage at a swell club he was in the course of an afternoon's ramble introduced to that wonderful personality, the late Peter S. Dooner (of Dooner's Hotel — a medium-sized but select caravansary i he was inside of five minutes pow- wowing over a table with the afore- said P. S. D. (also gone to his reward some three years ago), completely ig- noring the piloting committee for over three-quarteis of an hour, and finally winding up by sending the porter for his lares and penates to be moved in- stantly to Dooner's. His naive explan- ation of this action was that he liked to see a little more than "silver and cold water on the table." The two Peters were great friends ever after. It was a case of love at first sight. The writer is proud that he knew Peter Barr, proud of Mr. Barr's achieve- ments in the same field in which he is a humble laborer, and proud of the privilege to drop this jonquil to his memory. To parajjhrase one of the greatest of Scotland's national poets: — "The latest throb that leaves our heart While Death stands victor by; That throb. O I'eter. i.s thy part. And thine the latest .sigh." Peter Barr had gre.at gifts and he used them well for the benefit and pleasure of his fellow-men. A glorious record to leave behind. G. C. WATSON. STANDARD FLOWER POTS Pbclced is Bmall crates, easy to bAiidlc« Pr ceper crate Price per crmt« 1500 am pou in crate $4.88 1446111. pou in crate $3.16 1500 aH 4* t4 5.25 6.00 1207 •• " 4.30 608 " " J-00 HAND MADE 10003 5.00 489111. pots in crate $3.60 800 3>6 5.80 48 10 " " 4.80 5004 4.50 M II •• " 3A. 456 4y3 " i-M 24 13 " " 4.»o 3*05 *' ** •t-Si IS 14 " " 4.80 8105H 3-78 616 " " 4.50 Seed pans, same price as pots. Send for price list of Cylinders for Cut flowers, Hanging Baskets, Lawn Vases, etc Ten per cent, ofi for cash with order. Address Hilfinger Bros., Pottery. FortEdward^.Y. August Rolker it Sons. Afftt. tl Barclay St> N. V. City. Syracuse Red Pots ALL THE STANDARD SIZES It will soon be time to order large pots lor fall potting. We have a full line of the best. Syracuse Pottery Co., »yraci;»b. r— STANDARD FLOWER — If your greenhouses are within 500 miles of the Capitol, write us, we can save you money. W. H. ERNEST •^ 28th I M Sts., - Washington, D. C. ^ imerican flower and Tree Tub No. Top. Deep Price 1 13"^ 12 $t.00 2 14 ;i 14 1.25 3 16 16 1,50 4 19 18 2,00 5 21 20 3,00 6 25 22 4,00 7 253.. 24 5,50 The AmericanWoodenware Mfg.Co October 2, 1909 HORTICULTURE 48*' GREENHOUSES BUILDING OR CONTEMPLATED. Woburn, Mass. — Joseph Fanell, one house. Nashville, Tenn. — Joy Floral Co., improvements. Evansville, Ind. — Louis Fritsch, car- nation house. Sault Ste. Marie, Mich. — P. Rawlin- son, additions. Port Arthur, Tex. — C. H. Crawford, range of houses. So. Royalston, Mass. — Chas. Stew- art, one ho«se. Grand Rapids, Mich. — W. Cukerski, four houses, (18,000 sq. ft.) Poughkeepsie, N. Y. — B. Fieroband, two violet houses, each 35x250. Haverhill, Mass. — Haverhill Rose Conservatory, rose house, 30x300. Oakland, Calif.— Gill's Floral Depot, two propagating houses, each 20x100. Independence, Kan. — Robert Bun- yar, two houses, one 24x120, one 35x120. The new addition to the Minneapolis Park board greenhouse is well under way, but will take from two to three weeks yet to finish it. Lord & Burn- ham are the contractors. 932,424. 932,618. 932,805. 932,872. 932,958. 932,972. 933,900. 934,118. 934,361. PATENTS GRANTED. Pipe Coupling. John W. Anderson, Rossmoyne, O. Lawn Sprinkler. Joseph C. Kunz, Fresno, Cal. Pipe Coupling. George E. Mc- Laughlin, Huntington, W. Va. Weeding or Chopping Hoe. Thomas J. King, Rich- mond, Va. Lawn Spray Nozzle. Thomas Cadwallader, Salem, Ohio. Plant Protector. Edwin R. Drake, DeLand, Fla. Lawn Sprinkler. Peter Goe- maere, Detroit, Mich. Machine for Measuring and Packing Seeds. Frederick W. Wild, Jr., Baltimore, Md., assignor to Burt Ma- chine Company, a Corpora- tion of Delaware. Grafs Catcher for Lawn Mow- ers. Fernando Roush, Le Mars, Iowa, assignor of one-half to George C. Coun- tryman, Le Mars, Iowa. The market value of APPLES s determined by size, soundness, color and flavor — all of which are improved by the use of Potash. Potash not only improves and increases yield but pro- duces new woody growth in orchard slock. Potash Pays Send for Valuable Books on fertilizing, prepared by experts, and invaluable to the orchardtst. Seat free on application. GERMAN KALI WORKS 93 Nassau Street, New York t,i tUANTA: Candler BIdg. CHICtCOiMtiiadnock Block '.«^feSS%=.f New Chicago Sprayer McManmon of Lowell, Mass., reports an unusual demand for young Ameri- can elms, especially from distant points. This is very reassuring as the ravages of the elm leaf beetla in re- cent years has hurt the call for this, the most graceful of all street trees. The beetle can be controlled by proper spraying. Mr. McManmon has in stock a fine lot of transplanted shapely ever- greens for tub use. SCALEGIDE Will positively destroy SAX JOSE SCALE and all soft bodied sucking insects without injury to the I tree. Simple, more effective and cheaper than Lime Sulphur. Not an experiment. On* pallon makes 16 to !fiO gallont Bprajbr t\m\<\-j adding water. dead for Booidet, "Orchartl Insurance." 8. G. pun CO.. so CHURCH ST., HEW YORK cm. This sprayer Is made of aluminum with two brass plates, one fine, one coarse. These are easily removed and quickly cleaned. Spraying face 4M: Inches wide, nozzle 6% Inches long; % Inch pipe connec- tions. These sprayers will never wear out and are said by users to be the finest on the market Send to us for testimonials from growers using them. Price $2.50 Each EU U««««4> 76-78 Wabash Ave., • tie rimily Chicago. UI. The Best Bloom Savei For PROOF WiiMM P.R.PaiethorpflCfi OWENSIIRO, IT. Which Spray Pumn ^^^^^M Bh&Il TOO bUT? Buy the \ Sprmy Ptunp that foil t meets the demands of the Gtoreriunent Ag^ri ooltoral BcleDtlflts and all practi- cal Pmlt Growers. These pomps aro wldelj known aa DEMING SPRAYERS ftnd are made in 23 atyles for nae In ■mall gardens or Immense orobardB. Write for oar 1909 catalog with - ' »t- SprmylM Chart. Add 4 cent, poi ace ana receive "SpraTinx sm rmt," a asefnl gaiia book. JABER CO CHARLES J. Ill-IM 1 SPRAY[D In writing advertisers kindly men- tion HORTICULTURE. THIS KILLS MILDEW EVERY TIME FOR PARTICULARS WRJTE Benjamin Dorrance ROSE QROWERS Dorranceton, Penna. mTLMDEAD^j The best of aU7] 'the tobacco /f^ jdustsforjl^, .Dusting or lliinigatBi^ asibe^ti.oo iooib^«».oo ^ so lb*,. I.7B OOOJbe.. 1«.00 so Iwchj St, NewTorlL 490 HOKTICULTURE October 2, 1909 GLASS Greenhouse and Hot Bed SIZES OUR SPHCIALTY IMMENSE STOCK Plate and Mfindow Glass Write for Our Prices PARSHELSKY BROS., Inc. 69 Montrose Ave., BROOKLTN, N. T. Write to us about your Material and Plans for any size aud style of GREENHOUSE for new stricture or repalre. Hot Bed Sash In stock or any size required. Pecky Cypress Benches most lasting and least expensive. The Foley Mfg. Co. Western Ave. and 26th St. CHICAGO, - ILL. S«ad your business direct to Washio^oB. Sares time aod insures bett«r sarvice. IVT30DaI attention ^aranteed. Twenty-five years' active service. SPECIALTY: "Working on the FaUute oi Others." SIGGERS & SIG6ER8 PATENT LAWYKKS Box 9, Natla•C>•<>C.?•-•^«.M^•<^C>'•^:;a><^C>•<.>C^'•^C><««^•^i3S^•^:.»C^•<«C^•^4J» 9 We have a superb stock of Choice, Shapely Evergreens, well cultivated and dug with ball of roots and earth. Just right to pot or tub for Winter Decorations. Ornamental Standard, Weeping and Shade Trees. All sizes, straight stemmed and healthy. Lilacs, Box- wood, Peonies, Herbaceous Plants for the old-fashioned Garden. Finest stock in the country. Ferns, Palms, Azaleas and all Florists' Decorative and Foliage Plants in full assortment for immediate use or for growing on. Lowest Wholesale Prices. Special Rates on large quantities on application. I BOBBINK & ATKINS, RUTHERFOR N. J. LEESLEY BROS. Ornamental Trees, Shrubs and Hardy Plants Tempting Quality and Tempting Figures on the following BRIDAL WREATH (Splrea Van Houttel) SIBERIAN DOGWOOD (Cornus Slblrlca) HIGH BUSH CRANBERRY (Viburnum Opulus) MOCK ORANGE OR SYRINGA (Phlladelplius) In variety We Have Everything for Beautifying the Landscape. Wholesale Catalogue Free Upon Ap- plication. Write us for anything you may want. N. 40th and Peterson Ave., CHICAQO, ILL. HARDY PERENNIAL PLANTS SPECIAL OFFER. Doronicum cxcelsum, $6.00 per too, Doronicuni caucasicum, $5.00 per 100. Veronica longifolia subscssilis, $4 00 per 100. Write for prices on Hardy Perennial Plants. OLD TOWN NURSERIES, S. NATICK, MASS. FIELD GROWN ROSES FOR FORGING ORDER NOW. Lady Qay, Hiawatha and Delight, first quality, three- year old plants. Also hybrid perpetuals, strong, selected, two year old plants in the following varieties : — Frau Karl Druschki, Mrs. John Laing, Mrs. Crawford, Magna Charta, Baroness Rothschild, and Ulrich Brunner. Send for catalogue describing Walsh's rambler roses, and all the leading hybrid perpetuals and hybrid teas for outdoor cultivation. M. H. WALSH ROSE f SPECIALIST WOODS HOLE, MASS. American Grown Roses Fruit and Ornamental Trees, Shrubs, Small Fruits, Clematis, Evergreens. Write for Trade List. W> & T. SMITH COa Geneva. N. Y. Mr. Buyer of California Privet Note tbese low Prices on best grown 2-3 ft. $22.50 per 1000; $200 per 10,000 3-4 ft. $27.50 per 1000; $250 per 10,000 BERBERRY THUNBERGII Very bushy. 12-18 In. $7 per 100; $60 per 1000. Pleased to send sample. Boxing free. C.R.BURR & COMPANY The Burr Nurseries MANCHESTER, - - CONN. Box Trees -I otoc' EVERGREENS -^ for the masses, those who are without gardeners or whose places may not be the best for gardening purposes, as well as for those who are fortunate enough to own large properties, with ample help to take good care of everything. In May when the lilac is in flower, admiration is ex- pressed for it on every side ; even the most indifferent observer cannot . restrain himself from manifesting his appreciation of the flower, praising its beauty and ex- pressing a wish that it might be employed more frequent- ly than it is in garden work. The gardener realizes that in this shi-ub we have particularly valuable material for gardens and parks, and recently unusual interest has been taken in it. Great collectiojis, embracing hundreds of varieties, have been planted at the Arnold Arboretum in Boston, and at Highland Park in Rochester. This year at Highland Park, when the lilacs were at their best, they were inspected by over 30,000 visitors in one day, who had only words of appreciation and admiration for them. It certainly is very gratifying to note that this flower- ing shrub is growing in popular estimation. One rea- son for the new interest manifested in the lilac is that during the last ten or fifteen years many beautiful new sorts have been introduced. These varieties come prin- cipally from France, being the production of the cele- brated horticulturist, M. Lemoine. Great credit is due him for the many choice sorts which he has origi- nated and sent out. They are mostly doubles of rare beauty and excellence. Nearly every one is familiar Lilac Abel Carriere with the single flowered lilac, but not so many know the double flowered. The individual flowers of the double sorts are perfect in their formation and the panicles are of the largest size, and the bushes flower as freely as do those of the singles. President Grevy is one of the most beautiful, each individual flower is perfectly formed, the panicle is very large, and the color is a light blue. One who sees this cliarming sort for the first time will be surprised and delighted, and the ijuestion will naturally be asked — how was this accomplished? The answer will have to come from M. Lemoine. Anion"- the iiinm- \:iri(^ties he has sent out it is diffi- October 9, 1909 HORTICULTURE 499 cult to choose those which can be called the best, each variety having peculiarities which distinguish it from the others, and yet, when all are placed loguthc-r, there is perhaps a similarity or likeness; still there is enough variation to constitute a difference, and certainly they are all marvelously beautiful, and planted separately or in groups, they will be highly ornamental and interest- ing. The lilac may be employed advantageously in a variety of ways; for hedges, screens, massing, for shut- ting out objectionable views and hiding unsightly build- ings— or when planted alone, it mtikes a good bush, it g^ows rapidly, flowers profusely, has good thick foliage, is free from insects and always looks well. In lilac time we should be able to keep the house con- tinuously decorated with blooms placed in large, deep vases to hold the long stems. Lilac time should be cele- brated in every home, and made a feature marking a period which can not only be looked forward to with delightful anticipation, but recurred to as an event with pleasant memories. Lilac Princess Alexandra Other remarkable double sorts of Lenioine's may be named as follows : Belle de Xancy, delicate satiny rose color; Charles Joly, large panicle, flowers reddish purple; Comte de Kerehove, large, compact panicles — flowers ashy rose color; Madame Abel Chatena)', pure white — this is a gem. Emile Lemoine, beautiful lilac-rose ; Louis Hen- ry, violet-rose — distinct shade ; Prince de Beauvan, very large panicles — flow'ers slaty color shaded with violet ; Madame Casimir Perier, another double white — beauti- ful; Alphonse Lavalle, very large panicles, beautiful blue shaded violet ; De Humboldt, flowers violet rosy pur- ple ; La Tour d'Auvergne, flowers very double and large, violet-purple; Marochal de Bassompierre, rose, velvety bud; President Carnot, pale lilac; Souvenir de L. Thi- baut, flowers very large, round, regular, red, with re- verse of petals white; Maxime Cornu, lilac-rose. I might enumerate several other doubles, all of them in- teresting and exceedingly beautiful, but it would make this list too long. Coming to the singles, there is Princess Alexandra — pure white, with large, long panicles. The plant is very vigorous, grows erect and flowers very freely. It is by far the best single white lilac. It originated in Canada and was sent out by Ellwanger & Barry some years ago. Marie Legraye is another white, quite well known and much prized, but it is a dwarf grower. Cserulea superba, introduced by Ellwanger & Barry many years ago, holds its own, and may still be regarded as one of the best of its color, which is a beautiful blue. The Rouen Lilac — or Eothmagensis, is an old variety wliich should not be overlooked. It has reddish flowers in large panicles, and the habit of the shrub is singular- ly graceful. Lovaniensis is a beautiful pink sort, and Jacques Calot is another of a similar shade — both are distinct and charming. Ludwig Spaeth is a superb dark sort, as is Congo, of a vinous red color. Gloire de Lor- raine, red in bud, lilac when open : Eouge de Trianon, reddish lilac; Geant des Battailes, lilac with red; Aline Mocquoery, purplish red, very fine. I could name a number of others of recent introduc- tion which will be highly prized by flower lovers, but they are not yet to be obtained in the nurseries, so that it would not be advisable to refer to them at present. Lovers of the lilac can have the flowering season con- siderably extended by planting villosa and Japonica, the former light purple, and the latter creamy white, but odorless. Japonica attains to the size of a small tree and bears great panicles of flowers in midsummer. Neither has the delicate perfume for which the lilac is so much esteemed, but flowering, as they do, some weeks after the others, they will be found very useful and orna- mental. As I have already stated the lilac improves with age, old bushes being literally covered with blooms. Some varieties are shy bloomers while young, and we occasion- ally hear of instances where planters have become impa- tient at the tardy flowering of the plants, while other varieties blossom freely even while young. The lilac needs little pruning, except that occasionally the knife may be employed to keep the plant in good shape. It is a good plan to remove the faded blooms at the end of the flowering season. As the lilac starts to grow. early in the spring it is best to plant early, and fall planting may be strongly rec- ommended where possible. The lilac endures bad treatment but responds quickly to care, and the blooms are greatly improved on plants which have received proper attention. I hope in the near future to submit a supplementary list containing many remarkable kinds which are sure to receive from the public prompt apprectiation, when their beauties can be seen and their merits understood. Rochester, N. Y ^CiA'^^yK Are You A Subscriber? Just a line to the reader who does not subscribe for this paper, to tell vou that we shall be glad to add your name to our list. You will be in good company, for the foremost nurservmen, seedsmen, florists and gardeners are well represented on Horticulture's mailing list. The price is within your reach— $1.00 for 52 weeks— and you will be doing your little share to promote the development and growth of Horticulture. 500 HORTICULTURE October 9, 1909 HORTICULTURE, TOL, X OCTOBER 9, 1909 NO. 15 PUBLISHED WEEKLY BY HORTICULTURE PUBLISHING CO. II Hamilton Place, Boston, Mass. Telephone, Oxford 3g2 WM. J. STEWART, Editor and Manager SUBSCRIPTION PRICE One Year, in advance, $i.oo; To Foreign Countries, $3.00: To Canada, $1.50 ADVERTISING RATES Per Inch, 30 inches to page $1.00. Discounts on Contracts for consecutive insertions, as folIo^vs: One month (4 times) 5 per cent. : three months (13 times) 10 percent.; ■ix months (a6 times) 20 per cent. : one year (52 times) 30 per cent. Page and half page spaces, special rates on application. Entered as second-class matter December 8, 1904, at the Post Office at Boston, Mass under the Act of Congress of March 3, 1879. CONTENTS Page COVER ILLUSTRATION— Lilacs at Highland Park, Rochester, N. Y. NOTES FROM THE ARNOLD ARBORETUM— Alfred Rehder 497 WHAT 1909 HAS TAUGHT ITS ABOUT PEONIES— E. J. Shavlor 497 THE LIL.A.C— W. C. Barrv— Illustrated 498 CYPRIPEDIUM SALLIERI MACULATUM OR C. NITENS— M. J. Pope— Illustrated 501 NOTES FROM BRITAIN— Frederick Moore 501 NEWS OF THE CLUBS AND SOCIETIES: Florists' Club of Philadelphia, Portraits — North Shore Horticultural Society — Lenox Horticultural Society — Florists' Club of Boston — French Chrys- anthemum Society 502 Royal Horticultural Society — Club and Society Notes — Prospective Exhibitions 503 Judging Scales — Society Notes from Abroad, W. H. Adsett 504 DAHLIA "BOSTON YELLOW"— Illustrated 505 NOTES ON NEWER ROSES 506 BY "WIRELESS" FROM THE HOME OF FAIR MAID. 506 AMERICAN INSTITUTE 508 SEED TRADE: British Vegetable Trials — Contraband Tobacco — The Grass Seed Market — The History of Alfalfa or Lucerne, G. C. Watson— The Aster Seed Crop 512 OF INTEREST TO RETAIL BXORISTS: To Retail Florists, J. A. Valentine — Steamer De- partures— New Flower Stores 516 Flowers by Telegraph 517 FLOWER MARKET REPORTS: Boston, Chicago, Philadelphia 519 Detroit. New York, Washington 521 OBITlfARY— B. Hasselbring— James Dennis— George Lambert 526 MISCELLANEOUS: Mons. Viger 504 Carnation Dorothy Gordon — Spokane Aster Show 505 A Meritorious Novelty — Some Roehrs Specialties 505 The Canua 506 The Search for New Pern Forms 508 Convention Rates and Headquarters 508 Auto Flower Parade at Washington 508 Astoria Bowlers 508 Salvia Sethellii 510 Publications Received 514 The Lily Bulb Situation — Movements of Gardeners 514 Business Changes — Personal 517 New Bedford Notes 517 John Young's Window. Illustration 521 An Insect Friend — New Orleans Notes 526 Railroad Gardening — Kansas City Park System.. 527 Chicago Notes, Illustrated 528 Catalogues Received 529 Patents Granted — News Notes 530 Greenhouses Building or Contemplated 530 HoRTicuLTUKE extends its sincere regret After the to New Orleans over the destruction of its cyclone horticultural building and contents in the memorable cvclone of last week. The in- surance of $10,000 against damage by wind, which we understand was in force, will go a long way towards re- building and we hope it will be found practicable to repair the building and restore the collection of rare and beautiful ferns and tropical vegetation to its former condition. The tone of our reports from l^utual flower trade centres seems to relations of indicate that the wholesale wholesaler and retailer and retail trade have not yet arrived at that period of ]5eaceful harmony called the millennium. Each can still detect failings in the other for which he would be ready and willing to prescribe a remedy at any time. The protest by the retailer against the supplying by the wholesale dealer of any flowers to the consumer direct is an old one. It was "old enough to vote," long ago — ■ in fact, is as old as the wholesale business itself, yet it bobs up today as nimbly as ever and "time, the wisest counsellor of all," seems not to have made any visible impression on either side. We don't think the whole- saler questions broadly the justice of the retailer's con- tention. In fact, any call for flowers by the public must be, in any well-ordered wholesale house, something very much in the nature of a nuisance but if they are to agree to comply with the demand of the retailer that they shall refuse all such business, then there does seem a compensating justice in the wholesaler's insistence that the retail dealer shall in turn support him loyally and not tamper with the latter's sources of supply by dealing direct. We do not doubt that every wholesaler in the country would be glad to sign off all his rights to supply flowers even for his own grandmother's funeral in exchange for legitimate protection against direct overtures to his growers. Of course, conditions vary greatly in different markets, but, under any circum- stances, a middle ground on which all concerned could agree ought not to be an impossibility. Views as to the business situation and out- Now look, in horticultural lines, vary somewhat. get busy Many see evidences of returning prosperity in the heavier orders for goods, others in the more prompt settlement of accounts, still others in higher values on whatever they have to sell. A glance through our advertising columns this week will go far to convince the reader that there are some houses — and very representative ones they are — that believe in the oft-quoted old adage that "the best way to resume is to resume." That the houses showing this enterprise at the present juncture wnll keep far in the van of their fellows who lack the courage to come forward in mod- ern business fashion, nobody can doubt. The man who gets busy now on right lines is destined to come in for a good hustling trade during the season just starting and we can imagine no way in which one can better help towards the realization of a "bigger, better and busier" horticulture than by buying liberally from those adver- tisers who favor with their patronage and support a paper which so well represents the best men and the most advanced phases of the business as does this issue of HoRTicuLTDEE. There is wisdom and inspiration in good measure to be drawn from the words of the able men who have so willingly given their best thought and advice for the benefit of our readers. In the credit for having thus given "a good push and a push all to- gether" for the advancement of the general prosperity, cori'espondent and advertiser share equally and we hope our readers will take due notice thereof. October 9, 1909 HORTICULTURE 501 Cypripedium Sallieri maculatum or C, nitens Cypripediiim Sallieri maculatuiu or C. nitens maculatum as it should be called is a beautiful hybrid be- tween some good variety of C. in- signe and C. villosum. • The center of the large dorsal sepal is a fine shade of green, spotted with almost black and surrounded by a broad band of pure white. The color of the petals and pouch are about the same as in ordinary forms of C. in- signe. As to size and shape of the flowers the photograph speaks for it- self, being a life-size reproduction of the flower. It is a very free grower and bloomer. Our stock was obtained from Siebrecht & Sons of New Rochelle, N. Y., who claimed to be the raisers of the hybrid, but recently Lager & Hun-ell of Summit, N. J. carry the same thing in stock. Naugahicl', Conn. Notes from Britain THE LARCH APHIS IN SCOTLAND, ETC. The members of the northern branch of the Eoyal Scottish Arboricultural Society of Scotland on their excursion to the estate of Fasque in Kincardineshire were conducted by Mr. A. Dewer, the factor on the estate for Sir J. Gladstone, Bt., to inspect the great damage done by Aphis to young larch trees — many of the latter being dead or nearly so. The Japanese larches were on the contrary quite free from the pest. Sir John Glad- stone who accompanied the visitors drew attention to two magnificent larches, one on either side of a drive. These trees are about 80 feet in height, and perfectly straight in the bole. A fine specimen of the common beech, standing on th^ lawn in the front of the castle measures 15 feet, 6 inches in girth, at breast height. This tree was planted with others in 1707 to commem- orate the union of England and Scotland. ROYAL HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY'S SCIENTIFIC COMMIT- TEE At a recent meeting of this body Mr. W. Cuthbertson made some observations on the Spencer type of sweet peas having been found a poor seed producer, showing flowers and photograph of flowers. The causes he con- sidered to be the following. First — The keel is not constricted and consequently the stigma and anthers are not pressed together as in the older type of flower. Second — The keel being open, contributes to the drop- ping of the pollen to the bottom of the keel without coming in contact with the stigmatic point. In the old type of flower this could scarcely happen. Third — In many of the waved forms the style grows beyond the antlers before these separate (dehisce), and the point is thus not brought into contact with the pollen. Fourth — In some, more especially salmon and orange colored varieties, the anthers are nearly sterile. Fifth — The waved standard does not, although large, act as an um- brella in bad weather. The Unwin, a moderately waved type of sweet peas is an abundant seed producer; the keel resembling in form that of the old form of keel. ACTINIDIA CHINENSIS, ETC. It is a woody climber belonging to the natural order Ternstroemiaceae , and a native of China, as A. arguta is of Japan, and also a climber possessed of much vigor and retaining its leaves till late in the autumn. A. chi- nensis has sub-orbicular leaves, and yellow flowers about 1 1-2 inches in diameter, borne freely on the mature growths in its native country. In order to obtain fruits it is advisable to plant male and female plants in near proximity to each other. The fruits are of a russety green color, ripening in October and are excellent for dessert and preseiTing. When planted out of doors a warm position for the plants should be chosen, such as suits the peach in Great Britain. The plant was fig- ured in Gardeners' Chronicle, July 31, of the present vear. cA^a^Ur'£^^^ erih^t^-t^r^^^ 502 HORTICULTURi: October 9, 1909 FLORISTS' CLUB OF PHILADEL- PHIA. Joseph Heacock was elected presi- dent, Alfred Burton, vice-pres., Geo. Craig, treas., and D. Rust, secy., at the aiiiiual meeting held on the 5th inst. Reports for the year were made by the retiring officers. The club seems to be in a reasonably prosperous con- dition, but the new officers are confi- dent of being able to improve things inside of the next twelve niontlis. Joseph Heacock, the new president, is well known, both locally and all over the country, as a great grower of American Beauty roses and palms. .'\lfred Burton, the vice-president, while a younger man, has already, won his spurs in the arena, and is a worthy representative of the craft. He is a son of John Burton, and conducts a range of greenhouses nearby. Alfred Burton is a modest man and makes no Alfred Burton Vice-Pres. Florists' Club of Philadelphia. promises, yet we know that he will make a good ofiicial and ably supple- ment the progiessive Joseph Heacock in the handling of the reins of the pioneer Florists' Club of America. David Rust and George Craig, the secretary and treasurer, are carry- overs, and we have given their pedi- grees before, so there is no necessity of telling anything about them at this time. They are "all right" and will do their level best to help out the club in its laudable ambition to make the florists' trade "bigger and better" from now on. There's lots of room for improvement! We missed Wni. K. Harris at this meeting and understand he is pretty low again. We trust his wonderful stamina will stand him in good stead once more. John T. Gilison, who was on the sick list among convention delegates, was oh hand, hale and hearty. A discussion on carnation plants took place. Crops have been .short. The consensus of opinion seemed to be In favor of pot-grown plants. NORTH SHORE HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. At the last meeting of this society Maurice Fuld talked on the subject of dahlias. A lecture on Birds by Mr. Forbush is scheduled for October 15. On September 24 was held the first incorporation meeting of the society. A clerk was chosen and most of the by- laws adopted. The meeting adjourned till October 8, when it is expected to get the rest of the business tran- sacted and papers ready for the cor- poration commissioners. JosEi'H Heacock i'lesident Florists' Club of Philadelphia. LENOX HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. The regular meeting of this society, Saturday, Oct. 2nd, was largely attend- ed. Messrs. G. Foulsham, W. Jack and A. Bond, were appointed arrange- ment committee for the forthcoming exhibition which will be held in the Town hall, Lenox, Oct. 26-27, and promises to be one of the best the so- ciety has ever had. Special interest is centered on the group of miscellaneous Ijlants arranged for effect to occupy space S X 13. for which Henry A. Dreer offers a silver cup to be won twice be- fore becoming property of exhibitor. This cup was won by E. Jenkins in 1907 and in lOOS by F. Heeremans. Some very fine grou])s of orchids are expected and the classes calling for in- dividual specimens of orchids will be sharply contested. Roses, carnations and chrysanthemums are very promis- ing and competition in the classes for these flowers will be keen. Vegetables, which are always a conspicuous fea- ture of our annual exhibition will be fully up to the standard of past years, A welcome visitor at the society's meeting was H. A. Barnard represeni- ing Stuart Low & Co., Bush Hill Park, Middlesex. England. GEORGE H. INSTONE, Secretary. FLORISTS' CLUB OF WASHINGTON. The October meeting of the Florists' Club of Washington was held at 1214 F. St., on the evening of the 5th inst. It was the day set for the Washington florists especially to visit the Vincent farm at White Marsh, Md. Six of the trade went and expressed themselves as more than pleased at their trip. The show was held open one day more, hoping that more florists would go. The old grievance against the street fakirs was taken up and discussed at much length; those who supply the fakirs also came in for their share of criticism. A circular letter was got- ten up by the club asking the co-opera- tion of all the local growers and whole- salers in suppressing the nuisance and also requesting that their attitude be made known by the next meeting of the club. One new member was admitted, B. David Rl>t Sen-etary Florists' Club of Philadelphia. Winkler, a florist at Chevy Chase, Md. A vote of thanks was tendered Geo. H. Cooke for his beautiful decora- tion of the Washington Florists' Club car, and many regrets expressed that it was not in competition. FRENCH CHRYSANTHEMUM SO- CIETY. The fourteenth Annual Show and Congress of this society will be held at Marseilles on the 23rd, 24th and 25th of October. The meetings of the Floral Committee are fixed for the 5th, 13th, 2.'3rd and 28th of October and the 9th of November. The Roll of member- ship now consists of 799 iviembers, in- clusive of 61 affiliated societies. The agfuda for the Congress includes the following questions to be discussed: Amendment of the Floral Committee I'egulations, Damijing of blooms. In- sects and diseases, A small color chart as supplement to the Repertoire des Couleurs, Systematic experiments for manuring plant.- ;;rown in the open. C. H. P. October 9, 1009 HORTICULTURE 503 ROYAL HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. On September 14 the Hall was again filled to overflowing with flowers and flowering plants in season, particular- ly the various sections of the Dailia. To describe and give the names of these would need a large amount of space, and 1 will content myself by affording readers of this journal a few only of the^ more conspicuous of the newer introductions of semi-double decorative or Peony-flowered varieties, now so much admired when planted in masses, and at considerable distance from the observer. They can scarcely be termed refined looking, but their large blooms and striking colors and forms, combine to afford a grand dis- play in the flower garden. South Pole is a semi-double, white flower; the en- tire measuring 7 inches across; King Leopold, canary yellow, and of the same diameter; Miss Gladys Banson, yellowish salmon, 4 inches in diameter; Circle de la Tete, Jeanne Charmet, pale magenta, 7 inches in width: Yellow Colosse. a full flower of a pleasing yel- Icw color, 5 inches in diameter; Mad. Van den Bael, pinkish lilac with deep- ly channelled florets; Papa Charmet, a fine deep crimson flower, with chan- nelled florets, and having a diameter of 6 inches. Cactus dahlias were splendidly shown by various specialists, and of striking colors. There were noted Williamsoni, scarlet; Rev. A. Bridge, pink at the tips of the florets, the lower half yel- low; Lady Fox, brilliant scarlet with incurving florets; Dorothy pale lilac, and Harold Pearman, a pure yellow flower. The above were observed among the exhibits of Messrs. Cannell & Sons. In the exhibit of dahlias from Messrs. Cheal & Sons, Cawley, show varieties of pure self-colors were noted. Their collection of cactus varieties was very fine. Messrs. T. Ware & Co. were likewise exhibitors of fine dahlias of all classes, and of a blue double-flowered Aster. A beautiful Potentilla atrosanguinea Gibson's Scarlet, a capital hardy border perennial with strikingly pure scarlet blooms mounted on tall stems, was shown by Maurice Prichard of Christ- church, Hants. A Silver Flora Medal was awarded :o Sander & Sons for a group of or- chids of which the following were conspicuous, viz.; Laelio-cattleya Car- issima, a white hybrid suffused with purple which is deepest at the tips of the petals and sepals, the throat hav- ing a yellow stain. The limbs of the flower do not expand much and they are terminal on tallish pseudo bulbs; L.-c. Phoenix, a cross with Cattleya aurea and L.-c. Henry Greenwood, has a lip of a rich purple tint, the petals paler and sepals of a buff color with a green suffusion. Brasso-cattleya Mad. Chas. Maron-brassavola Digbyana and Cattleya Gigas. The flower is 7 inches in width, and of a purple color, the throat having a yellow stain, and a large lip, fringed and furnished with short hairs at its margin. Cattleya Iris inversa var. Amabile, is of a pur- plish orange tint in all its parts ex- cepting the lip, which is of an intense purple color. Messrs. Stuart Low & Co., Enfield, showed some fine Cattleyas, etc.; C. Harold var. Hildegarde, white in all its parts excepting the lip, which is of a purple color, and the throat inside of a pale canary yellow tint. This firm also showed Sophro-laelia Danae ros- eum, a flower of light rosy purple. Stanley & Co. showed Cattleya Iris, out of a cross of C. tricolor with C. aurea, the flower having sepals and petals of a deep orange tint, and lip of bright purple. From the same cross several flowers were shown, differing in their colors. Some six hybrids of Cat- tleya bicolor and C. Eldorado, raised from seeds taken from one capsule, showed marked differences in coloring and marking, and yellow and buff tints were observed in all, and likewise pur- ple in more or less degree. An award of merit was given the exhibitors. Edward V. Low showed a plant of Angraecum Eichterianum with a tall pseudo-bulb 4 feet high having white flowers, alternating with the leaves along its entire height — twelve in all; Cattleya conspicua superba, with a purple-colored labellum and sepals and petals of buff suffused with purple. Sir Trevor Lawrence staged among other things, a nicely flowered plant of Angraecum Kotschyi, a distinct look- ing plant of small dimensions, with many flowered racemes, bearing white flowers with reddish-brown tails. Messrs. McBean and Charlesworth & Co. were also represented by some in- teresting species and varieties. FREDERICK MOORE. CLUB AND SOCIETY NOTES. At the State Exposition at Oakland, Cal., the commercial exhibitors includ- ed C. C. Morse & Co. of San Francisco, E. Gill of West Berkeley, and J. Scul- berger of Oakland. Joseph A. Mauda has been appointed manager of the exhibition of the Hor- ticultural Society of New York, which is to be held at the Museum of Nat- ural History, November 3 to 7. E. A. Corson. East Rochester, M. R. Folsom and Chalmers' Conservatories were e.xtensive exhibitors at the Cold Spring Park fair in Rochester, N. H. J. K. Alexander of East Bridgewater, Mass., won all the first prizes for dahlias. The Elberon Horticultural Society of New Jersey will hold a chrysanthemum show in Townley Hall, Long Branch, on October 27-2S. The committee of arrangements are: Jas. Kennedy, Benj. Wyckoff, A. Grieb, Peter Murray, Mr. Carry, Anthony Bauer and P. Ewin. At the annual exhibition of the Rhode Island Horticultural Society at Provi- dence, on September 29-30, the prizes on dahlias went largely to the New Bedford growers — W. D. Hathaway. Mrs. H. A. Jahn, W. P. Turner & Co. Asters were shown in profusion. F. P. Howe of Bristol showed some choice grapes for which he received a prize. Council Bluffs, Iowa, November 15 to 20. Forty-two states, Canada and Mex- ico will exhibit their varied horticul- tural products. Prizes aggregating ?35,000 will be awarded in a great many different classes. The superin- tendent is F. L. Reed, Council Bluffs, Iowa. The Wappingers Dahlia Society held their ninth annual show in Park Hall, Wappingers Falls, N. Y., on September 17. It was a beautiful display. In the center of the hall was a huge pyramid of decorative plants from the W. P. Clyde estate, gardener H. J. Oster- houdt. The Uplands silver cup was awarded to A. S. Hunt. Jr. The names of Chas. Hilbert, James Ashton, Thos. Boyle and H. J. Osterhoudt are promi- nent among the prize winners. The annual meeting of the National Horticultural Society will be held at PROSPECTIVE EXHIBITIONS. San Francisco, Calif. — Pacific Coast Horticultural Society and California State Floral Society, Hotel Fair- mount, Oct. 14, 15, 16. J. R. Atkinson, 110 Twelfth Av., San Francisco, sec- retary. Boston, Mass. — New England Fruit Show, Horticultural Hall, Oct. 19-24. Wilfrid Wheeler, Concord, Mass., sec- retary. Madison, N. J. — Morris County Gar- deners' and Florists' Society, Oct. 27, 28. E. Reagan, secretary. Glen Cove, N. Y. — Nassau County- Horticultural Society dahlia show, Oct. 14; annual show, Oct. 28, 29. Wm. Mackenzie, secretary. Pasadena, Calif. — Pasadena Garden- ers' Association, Oct. 28, 29, 30. A. McLeod, secretary. New York, N. Y. — Horticultural So- ciety of New York, Nov. 3-7. Geo. V. Nash, Botanical Garden, Bronx Park. White Plains, N. Y.— Tarrytown Horticultural Society, St. John's Hall. Nov. 4, 5, 6. E. W. Neubrand, Tarry- town, secretary. New Haven, Conn. — New Haven County Horticultural Society, Music Hall, Nov. 2-4. F. H. Wirtz, 86 NicoU St., secretary. Hartford, Conn. — Connecticut Hor- ticultural Society, Putnam Phalanx Hall, Nov. 3, 4, chrysanthemum show. G. W. Smith, Melrose, Conn., secre- tary. Boston, Mass. — Massachusetts Hor- ticultural Society, chrysanthemum show, Nov. 4-7; Orchid exhibition, May 26-30, 1910. W. P. Rich. 300 Massachusetts Av. St. Louis, Mo. — St. Louis Horticul- tural Society and Florists' Club, Coliseum, Nov. 9-12. Otto G. Koenlg, 6743 Florissant Av. Toronto, Ont. — Ontario Horticul- tural Exhibition, St. Lawrence arena, Nov. 10-14. P. W. Hod'getts, Parlia- ment Buildings. Chicago, III. — Horticultural Society of Chicago, Coliseum, date not an- nounced; J. H. Burdett, 1620 W. 104th Place. Milwaukee, Wis. — Milwaukee Flor- ist Club, Auditorium Building, Nov. 13-16. Norwich, Conn. — New London County Horticultural Society, Novem- ber. F. B. Allen, secretary. 504 tlORTICULTURt October 9, 190» JUDGING SCALES. Our editorial reference in issue of September IS to the desirability of hav- ing some generally recognized scales of points tor judging the various classes of flower and plant exhibits has elicited several letters of approval from our readers. We give below a number of such scales as adopted by various societies for general use or for special occasions and hope our readers will make comment upon them if so dis- posed and send us any additional scales of which they may have knowledge. Chrysanthemum Society of America. Chrysanthemums. Commercial. Exhibition. Color 20 Color 10 Form 15 Stem 5 Fullness 10 Foliage 5 Stem 15 Fullness If Foliage 15 Form 15 Substance 15 Depth 15 Size 10 Size ^ loo 100 Single Varieties. Pompon Varieties. Color 40 Color 40 Form 20 Form 20 Substance 20 Stem and Foliage. 20 Stem and Foliage.. 20 Fullness ■ 20 Total 100 Total 100 Single varieties to be divided in two classes, the large flowered and the small flowered. Bush plants and standards, single speci- men or any number up to six in an exhibi- tion where the class under consideration does not form the chief feature in the ex- hibition hall. 40 Equality of size and form of plant. Excellence of bloom ''•> Foliage 25 100 Bush iilants. exhibits of more than six or for any number of specimen plants lu an exhibition where the class under con- sideration forms the chief feature in the exhibition hall. Excellence of bloom 40 Equality of size and form of plant go Foliage 100 Plants grown to single stem and one bloom. A height of not over three feet Is recommended for plants in this class, and pots not over six inches in diameter. Excellence of bloom 40 Compact, sturdy growth *» Foliage 25 100 American Rose Society. Novelties for Cer- Competitlve Classes. tiflcates, Etc. Size 15 Size W Color 20 Color 20 Stem 20 Stem 15 Form 15 Form 15 Substance 15 Substance 10 Foliage 15 Foliage lo Fragrance Distinctiveness . . "lOO 100 American Carnation Society. Carnations. Color 25 Size 20 Calyx „o Stem 20 Substance ^^' IVIInnesota State Florists' Association Cut Blooms. Size 15 Color 15 Stem 15 Form 15 Form Fragrance ^ 100 Newport Horticultural Society- Dahlias. For all classes except Pompons and Tom Thumbs. Individual Blooms. Collections. Size 5 Size 4 Color 5 Color 4 Form ■ 5 Form 4 Stem 3 Stem 3 Foliage 2 Foliage 2 Blooming Plants Size and Form of Plant 25 Form of Flowers. 25 Color of Flowers. 20 Substance 15 Foliage 10 Foliage 15 Rarity 10 Distinctiveness . . 10 Distinctiveness . . 10 loo 100 Designs and All Floral Arrangements. Adaptability of Design 10 Adaptability of Flowers and Acessories. 10 Color Harmony 25 Quality Material lo Arrangement 15 Workmanship 10 General Effect 15 100 Decorative Plants*. Cultural Excellence 35 Size 15 Form 20 Distinctiveness 15 Rarity 15 100 Kansas City Exhibition. Mantel Decorations. Quality and artistic arrangement of flowers ■ 50 General effect of whole 50 100 Table Decorations. Flowers and their arrangement 50 Non-interference of sight or con- venience 20 Arrangement of napery and table ware. 20 General efl'ect of whole 10 100 Lenox Horticultural Society. Grapes. Strawberries. Size of bunch 40 Size 50 Size of berry 20 Color 15 Color 20 Flavor 25 Form 20 Form 10 100 100 Fragrance 5 Distinctiveness . . 10 15 Melons. Flavor Form ...75 ..25 100 Slze .. Flavor Figs. ...50 ...50 100 Peaches and Nec- Rasp berries and tarines. Size 60 Color 40 100 Plums. Flavor 40 Size 30 Color 30 100 Blackberries. Size 50 Flavor 50 100 Cherries. Size 30 Color 20 Flavor 50 100 Currants. Gooseberries. Size of bunch... 50 Size 50 Size of berry... 50 Flavor 50 100 Apples and Pears. 100 25 Size Color 25 Flavor 25 Form 23 100 20 Arrangement MONSIEUR VIGER. This eminent French horticulturist, the President of the National Horticul- tural Society of France, has recently been nominated a corresponding mem- ber of the Royal Horticultural Society of England — a well deserved tribute to his great interest in European hor- ticulture and while offering him our congratulations we must not forget that the nomination was made on the prop- osition of Sir Albert Rollit, a member of the Council of the R. H. S. whose Anglo-Continental sympathies are well known. C. H. P. SOCIETY NOTES FROM ABROAD. British Dahlia Shows. The effects of the trying season were noticeable at the first show of the Na- tional Dahlia Society at the Crystal Palace on Sept. 2nd and 3rd. The pre- mier award in the trade section was secured by Messrs. J. Stredwicic & Sons, who have in recent years intro- duced a number of novelties of merit. They received first-class certificates for Red Admiral, lolanthe, H. H. Thomas (named after the Society's Honorable Secretary), and Indomitable. A new break of long-stemmed Cactus vari- eties was sent by Messrs. Stredwick, and recommended for trial by the So- ciety next year. The Society held a second show on September 21st, at the Royal Botanic Society's gardens, at Regent's Park. The trade were again well represented by a splendid display cf new and old varieties. There were forty new varieties put forward for a certificate, but the committee are now less lavish in awarding these coveted honors. The only varieties receiving a certificate were Prima Donna, a grace- ful white cactus, shown by Mr. Shoe- smith, of Woking; and Tristan, a dark crimson pompon, exhibited by Charles Turner, of Slough. A Society's Troubles. For many years the Royal Botanic Society has had extensive conserva- tories and gardens at Regent's Park, in the northwestern district of London. In recent years the affairs of the So- ciety have not been very flourishing. On the other hand the Royal Horticul- tural Society in London has in recent years gone ahead, financially and numerically. The question naturally arises "Is there room for two soci- eties?" The Royal Horticultural So- ciety is not desirous of adding to its liabilities by taking over the affairs of the Botanic Society, and apparently would have nothing to gain by the amalgamation. According to one speaker at the annual meeting of the 15otanic Society this week, last year it was carried on at a loss of £1,787, with a net liability of over £35,000. They were practically in the same po- sition as that of last year. The So- ciety, he added, had come to the end of its resources, and it was time they faced the position, and saw that the policy of drift adopted by the council must come to an end. A proposal was made with a view of giving authority to the council to negotiate for an amalgamation with the Royal Horticultural Socety. The chairman declined to accept the resolution, as not being in order, but promised to consider the suggestion. It will be a great loss to horticulture if the gar- dens are closed, owing to the Society's unsatisfactory financial position. The conservatories are particularly suitable for the shows o( the National Rose Society, the Winter Floweiing Car- nation Society, the National Dahlia So- ciety, and other organizations which have arranged meetings there. Per- haps a little fresh blood in the per- sonnel of the Society might be ad- vantageous. W. H. ADSETT. October 9, 1009 HORTICULTURE 505 NEW DAHLIA "BOSTON YELLOW.' The Rawson Ccp The handsome new dahlia illustrated herewith, was raised last year by James Robertson of Newport, R. I. At the recent exhibition in Boston by the New England Dahlia Society this va- riety won tile Rawson silver cup — of which a picture is also shown — for the vase of flowers found to be the fresh- est at the conclusion of the exhibition. It was also awarded first prize at the show of the Newport Horticultural So- ciety in competition with vases of 25 yellow of any type. The color is lemon yellow and the flower has an excellent stem. SOME ROEHRS SPECIALTIES. One of the most beautiful pictures to be seen anywhere at the present time is the house of Oncidium in full bloom at the Roehrs establishment in Ruther- ford, N. J. No less than 6000 varico- sum blooms were sold from this house in one day this week and they are not missed. Cattleya aurea is blooming now — the lai'gest stock of this lovely orchid in the world probably. Dendro- bium Phalaenopsis is also making a glorious show and Cattleya labiata is bursting into bloom by the thousands. Evidently the period or orchid famine is over tor a time. A house of Celosia Pride of Castle Gould attracts the eye and admiration of every visitor. Thoy are all in bloom already — yellow, crimson and scarlet — but they will not be at their best for some weeks yet. and for Christmas there will be- some speci- mens worth going a long way to see. CARNATION DOROTHY GORDON. Joseph Heacock, Wlio is preparing to disseminate this novelty the coming season informs us that although he has not yet spent anything on printer's ink for It he has already booked or- ders for about .58,000 rooted cuttings. It has proved to be one of the most profitable carnations ever grown. Last winter he had about 6000 plants and the flowers were all sold at $12.00 per 100 at the holidays. He says that it gave one-third more flowers than En- chantress. This variety is a cross be- tween Lawson and Enchantress. It scored 86 points at the exhibition of the American Carnation Society in Washington, D. C, and 90 points at the New York Florists' Club exhibition. The flowers are fragrant and average 3 inches in diameter; color a shade darker than Pink En- chantress. The florist will be slow that does not take hold of so good a carnation. SPOKANE ASTER SHOW. Herman Thoeny, a veteran grower of Spokane, carried of£ the chief honors at the aster show by the Spokane Flo- ral Association in connection with the ]6th annual Interstate fair In Spokane, Wash., September 20 to 25. The dis- plays, housed in a large tent, were visited by thousands. The judges were Mrs. Joseph Robertson, F. L. Zeigler, and Z. A. Ffile. The displays were the best ever seen in Spokane and the .ludges complimented the growers on the colors and ciuality of the flowers and their arrangement. In addition to the wealth of aster displays, there were other exceptionally fine flowers, includ- ing prize-winning dahlias and a rare assortment of sweet peas. The awards in the professional classes were as follows: Single group, Herman Thoeny, first; sli- ver loving cup. Display, Herman Thoeny, first; Fred Winters, second; silver medal. Potted plants, Fred Winters, first. Best executed design. Miss M. Armstrong, first; Franii Burcbett, second; silver medal. Fifty tall growing asters. Miss Frances Burchett, first; Mrs. George Gobel, second; silver medal. Dalilias, Herman Tlioeny, first; Mrs. F. H. TJhls, second. Mr. Thoeny was also awarded the hon- orary prize for the best baslset exhibit. A MERITORIUS NOVELTY. "Novelties'' in flowers are, as a rule, "snares"! The planter reads the glow- ing description in the catalogue of the introducer, buys the seeds, plants, grows, and cares for the "new baby" until its first bloom, which waited and wiitched for seldom makes good hut rather is a disappointment; still the plant is cared for with the belief that the nest may be better and come up to the description more closely. In the majority of cases the results are de- cidedly unsatisfactory; In a few cases only are they of merit. Such as the latter is Dimorphotheca aurantiaca, sent out in 1907 by Messrs. Barr & Sons of London. Reading their description I sent for seed, grew it that year, and again this year have grown it, In each season with success and with satisfaction. As a bedding plant, and edging plant to beds of other an- nuals it has been very attractive and pleasing and perfectly satisfactory. The growth low and branching, free from insect attacks, the color unique, •flowering early, constantly and con- tinuously, it should surely become a "stand by" and an annual for general culture. - H. Our news notes tell us that Ernest Peterson, a Florence, Neb., florist, called a niotorman a "scab" and was severly beaten therefore. "Scab" is not horticultural language. If Peter- son had called the man a "green-fly" or a "Coccus adonldum" he probably would have taken it as a floral com- pliment. Stick to your knitting, my boy. 506 HORTICULTURE October 9, 1909 NOTES ON NEWER ROSES. H. B. Molyneux, In The Garden, London. Hybrid Perpetuals. The Hybrid Perpetuals among newer Roses are few and far between; in a list of the newer roses published in the National Rose Society's Annual for 1909, compiled by the publications committee and numbering nearly nine- ty distinct varieties, there is only one Hybrid Perpetual — Dr. William Gfor- don, a 1905 variety — and going through my notes to look for the Hybrid Per- petuals is almost like searching for a needle In the proverbial bundle of hay. Surely the possibilities among the Hy- brid Perpetuals have not been exhaust- ed. No doubt the tendency to run down the Hybrid Perpetuals as a class has something to answer for in this connection, and so some raisers with the slightest excuse label their new productions Hybrid Teas rather than Hybrid Perpetuals, which I think is a great pity, for more reasons than one; but we must take things as we find them, and the new rose suffers for the sins of its class. Undoubtedly "Hy- brid Perpetual," by a curious paradox, has in the eyes of not a few rosarians come to mean once, or temporary flowering only, and not perpetual in the ordinary acceptation of the term at all. We have heard no more of Mr. Pemberton's suggestions that the time had come for doing away with the terms now in use, nor perhaps are we likely to, unless the proposal to destroy is accompanied by an easily workable and intelligent scheme of re- construction. I have no doubt when they arrive together the thing will be done; in the meantime we must put up with the inconsistencies and para- doxes of the present arrangement which are manifest. The first Hybrid Perpetual that I have any note about is: — Barbarossa, sent out by Welter in 1907 and generally described in cata- logues as a red Frau Karl Drusohki, which is a pity, as it has no resemb- lance to Frau Karl Druschki as we know it. The color is not bad, but there is a good deal of carmine in it, and I have yet to see a good flower of it. I am afraid it must join that in- creasing army labelled "not wanted." In other words, it ought not to have been sent out. That is my own opin- ion, and I have had it confirmed in more than one quarter. No, the red Frau Karl Druschki is yet to seek. Dr. William Gordon. — Sent out in 1905 by Messrs. William Paul & Son, Waltham Cross. This is a big flower of the old-fashioned type, color satin pink, that comes rather flat, although I have seen a high-centred flower. Useful for pot culture, as it seems free enough. M. H. Walsh.— Another 1905 intro- duction raised by Messrs. Alexander Dickson & Sons, Newtownards. This is a good rose, fine crimson color with a suggestion of scarlet in the younger flowers; it comes good enough for ex- hibition when at its best; good habit of growth, which is of the kind usu- ally termed "erect." Has been well exhibited by the raisers this year at more than one show. I noticed a par- ticularly fine flower at Luton. It is good in the autumn, which is another advantage, as reds are then scarce. Its price has reached the normal, so it is worth trying. Mrs. A. M. Kirker (1906, sent out by Hugh Dickson of Belfast). — A sweet- scented, good-sized flower, clear, bright cerise color, that has opened well with me, notwithstanding the wet; rather a tall grower. It has found its way in- to the exhibition boxes, and I think has come to stay. Oberhofgartner A. Singer (1905, P. Lambert) is another rose that I think we can do without, it having nothing especially to recommend it. Urania (1906, Walsh).— This is a giant; my solitary plant has had some tremendous flowers that would make even the old Paul Neyron look small. It is a similar shade of color to Ulrich Brunner, slightly deeper perhaps, so miight be called cheiTy criimson; a good grower apparently. I have not seen it exhibited, but have little doubt when better known, as it deserves to be, it will be found among the back- row flowers in the exhibition boxes. This completes the newer Hybrid Perpetuals as far as my notes are con- cerned. A Continental correspondent tells me I should try Gloire de Che- dane Guinoisseau, and describes it as true vermilion in color, of good shape that should do well in England, but I can get no confirmation of his report among the trade growers. I also heard there was another Jules Graver- eaux that was likely to be useful — a Monsieur this time, I presume — but 1 almost hope it is not so; two names only distinguished by a prefix that is often left out will only lead to con- fusion. Of the Hybrid Perpetuals, then, 1 can only recommend two as worthy of a trial, or, at the most, three — M. H. Walsh, Mrs. A. M. Kirker and Urania — the product of the world's raisers dur- ing the last four years, not an over- production, at any rate. THE CANNA. Those of our readers interested in the culture of the Canua and who know German may like to be made acquaint- ed with the fact that Arpad Muhle of Temesvar, Hungary, has recently brought out a work entitled "Das Geschlecht der Canna, deren geschichte, Cultur, und anzucht." It contains 119 pages of text, of which the major por- tion is devoted to a list of varieties with raisers' names and descriptions. C. H. P. A CORRECTION. In our editorial last week on the sale of the Morgan orchids, twenty- four years ago, the date mentioned should have been, of course, 18S5, not 18S4 as printed. It was not "John Bergman" but Gus. Bergmann who rep- resented Sander & Co. at the sale. Rosen-Zeitung for August, 1909, en- closes a colored plate of J. Pernet- Ducher's new H. T. rose Entiente Cor- diale (Mme. Abel Chatenay x Kaiserin Aug. Victoria). As represented, the flower and foliage show the Kaiserin blood very strongly, the difference be- ing mainly in color, which is light yellow. BY "WIRELESS" FROM THE HOME OF FAIR MAID. Say "Fair Maid" and you think of Roper. With all the glory which has come to that distinguished Tewksbury carnationist through his great Bay State and other sensational products, it can safely be said that there have been few carnations that have made the money for both growers and deal- ers that this modest, unpretentious lit- tle Fair Maid has earned. And she never looked better than she does to- t'ay. Mr. Roper has 35,000 carnations in his benches this year — a moderate number as compared with some of the big operators, but there's plenty to be learned from an inspection of them in company with their industrious owner. Standard varieties and new claimants are there a-plenty. Mr. Roper says he is "sick and tired" of house culture in the summer and proposes to return to the old system of field culture except- ing only in the case of Lawson, Win- sor and others of that type. Among the new varieties to be seen here is a scarlet seedling, known as No. 1021, which is well worth keeping one's eye on — as a commercial propo- sition perhaps rather than as an ex- hibition sensation. There is a white seedling, deeply fringed, quite similar to Shasta, which shows good qualities, including a stem at the present time of mid-winter proportions. One that is sure to be heard from is a two-year- old, of a soft but lively pure pink. Bay State looms up sturdy and regal as ever, bristling with buds of noble mien. Like her namesake, she is in- vincible. It is but a short distance from Ro- per's to the establishment of Patten & Co., where the beloved ex-president of the American Carnation Society and his proficient son are to be found "al- ways on their job." Mr., Patten gives quite a jolt to anyone who has been pinning faith to iron as an indestruc- tible component in greenhouse con- struction, showing iron uprights cor- roded off at the surface of the soil while the wood in the beaches of equal age of service is still intact. The car- nations are handsome, as always, showing the effect of constant and in- telligent care in clean vigorous growth and a miniature forest of lusty buds. Practically every novelty advertised during the past year or two may be seen here, all getting a chance to prove their qualifications for a permanent tenancy. Among the most impressive at the present time are May Day, pink, and Sara Nicholson, crimson. They both look very much like winners. John T. Gale is another prosperous Tewksbury grower. About 6,000 vio- lets and nearly the same number of carnations is the extent of his outfit. Like many Massachusetts violet grow- ers, he ignores the capricious and un- reliable Marie Louise and rests his faith on Lady Hume Campbell, from which he has now commenced to pick. 'We like your paper very much as an advertising medium and have always had satisfactory results from ads in it." T C. THURLOW & CO., West New- bury, Mass., Sept. 29, 1909. October 9, 1909 HORTICULTURE 507 These are all ulce strong, trausplaiited plants from Spring sown seed, at $2.00 per 100; S15.00 per 1000. No less than 50 of one kind sold. PflLISIlDES NUR8[RI[S, SPflRKILL, N, I Aquileg:ia ia nine varieties. Baptisia Australis. Bidens atrosauguiuea. Callirrlioe luvolucrata. Chamaepeuce Casabouae. Coreopsis I>anceolata. Campanula Carpatica. Campanula Carpatica Alba. Delphinium Hybrids. Digitalis Gloxinaeflora. Gypsophila raniculata. Geum Atrosanguiueum. Hedysarum, fine mixed. Hesperis Matronalis. Hibiscus Mosclieutoe. Hibiscus Crimson Eye. Hollyhocks, Double, to color. Lupinus Polyphyllus. Lupinus Polyphyllus Alba. Lavandula Vera. Lobelia Cardiualis. Lychnis Chalcedonica. Lychnis Haageana. PoleCnonium Coeruleum. Pentstemon Grandiflorus. Platycodon Grandiflora Blue. Platycodon Grandiflora Alba. Platycodon Mariesii. Primula Acaulis. Primula Veris Grandiflora. Papaver Nudicaule. Rudbeckia I'urpurea. Stokesia Cyauea. Stokesia Cyanea Alba. Sweet William to color. Tritoma Hybrids. Valeriana Coccinea. "Wallflower, Mixed. Rooted cuttings from the soil. Veronica Longifolia Sub. Gypsophila Monstrosa Rep. Phlox, Miss Lingard. Having just returned from Europe I am now in a position to offer 20,000 AZALEAS in leading varieties at lowest wholesale prices, also Araucarias, Asparagus, Crotons, Arecas, Cocos, Kentlas, Latanias, Phoenix, Rubbers, Pandanus, 1 50,000 Small Ferns for Dishes in best sorts Wholesale Price List on Application. A. LEUTHY & CO. PERKINS ST. NURSERIES ROSLINDALE, BOSTON, MASS. 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Must be sold to make room. Write for prices. ESTATE OF DAVID FISHER, Montvaie, Mass. P^EONIES 16 Acres for Fall Delivery. WRITE FOR PRICES. GILBERT H. WILD, Sarcoxie, Mo. 508 HORTICULTURE October 9, 1909 THE SEARCH FOR NEW FERN FORMS. A feature of fern study that has not as yet been very extensively exploited in America is the search for forms of ferns of commercial value. In Europe this appears to be one of the main in- dications of an interest in ferns, and in consequence the named varieties are almost limitless. Often the appearance of the cultivated forms are scarcely at- tractive from the point of view of beauty, but, their odd shapes seem to please the public, for it may be ob- served that if our own florists cultivate any of these Europe.an forms they al- most invariably select the crested, tas- seled and frilled specimens. It cannot be denied that variation along certain lines adds to the beauty of an already beautiful race of plants. Illustrations of this may be seen in the many sports of the sword fern (Nephrolepis ex- altata) all of which are undoubtedly more beautiful than the type, and in "Adiantum farleyense," which is well known to be a sport from a species that is not celebrated for its appear- ance. Since most of our greenhouse fernsi are tropical in origin, the search for desirable forms will go on most vigorously in the tropics and may lend zest to every outing, but such fern hunting need by no means be restricted to the tropics. The demand is steadily Increasing for ferns of the temperate regions, hardy enough to endure our winters out-of-doors unprotected, and If people are willing to pay for the Christmas fern, the ostrich fern and the Osmundas as they are, surely they will pay more for improvements in these forms, perhaps even coming to the point when they demand the new form and refuse the type, as they now do in the so-called Boston fern. Mr. Terry's multifldum form of the Christ- mas fern is one that would always be selected in preference to the type and the same may be said of various forms that Mr. Hans has produced; indeed, a decided and characteristic form of Polystichum acrostichoides incisum would no doubt sell well, as would a crestedl form of the lady fern or the Dlcksonia. There is a satisfaction In giving to the world a more beautiful form of anything than it now pos- sesses, quite aside from any monetary consideration, but when art, beauty and commerce join forces, the student of ferns has cause to rejoice. — The Fern Bulletin. CONVENTION RATES AND HEAD- QUARTERS. The Editor of HORTICULTURE: Dear Sir: — I have noted the contro- versy in HORTICULTURE with regard to the failure to secure special railroad rates to the Cincinnati Convention. No doubt the inability to secure a more favorable rate was partly responsible for the small attendance on such an important event. The mere fact that only 300 voted at the election gives a general idea of the attendance in pro- iwrtion to the number of florists there are in the United States. I have been wondering whether the failure to secure a concession from the railroads was due to the same influ- ences that were responsible tor the switching of the headquarters of the society at Cincinnati from the hotel originally selected. HARRY A. BUNYARD. jt nmiy 1^ The Insecticide ttiat Kills r% r H I M t Plant Lice of Every Species Without the slightest injury to flower or foliage. Has no equal for the Greenhouse. But is no less effective outdoors. " Aphine has a future as wide and long as the United States," says Colliers. " Aphine will do all you claim for it and more," says Chas. H. Totty. "Aphine will do the work; if you don't believe, try it," says another. Eminent entomologists and other expert authorities are no less enthusiastic in their praises of the merits of this wonderful insecticide discovery. Aphine can be applied effectively as a spray, wash, or dipping solution — it is used at an average strength of I part Aphine to 40 parts water. PRICE $2.50 PER GALLON If your supply house does not yet handle Aphine, write us and we will send you name of our nearest selling agents. George E. Talmadge, Inc., MrD^oNTj. AUTO FLOWER PARADE AT WASHINGTON. The auto flower pageant of the 30th ult. is a matter of history and there has been but one opinion expressed, viz., "a wonderful success." There was but one thing to mar its beauty — the cars were not public-spirited enough tc stop running while the parade was in progi'ess. The day was ideal and "the world and his wife" had turned out to enjoy the pageant. There were flag-bedecked cars and flower-decorated cais, both with natural and artiflcial flowers, miniature cars and touring cars, but the car most admired by the public was the one to which the five judges gave the sweepstake prize, con- sisting of a $600 rose bowl — the Navy Yard car, which was decorated by F. H. Kramer. The Florists' Club first prize of a silver vase was awarded to Harry Wardman, for a Venetian gon- dola," decorated by Geo. Shaffer. The Florists' Club considered only the cars decorated in natural flowers. Honor- able mention was made of the Florists' Club car, which was decorated by Geo. Cooke and was not in competition. er to Clarence Whitman, Katonah, N. Y., cactus dahlia "Katonah"; Francis Milne, seedling dahlias "Mamaroneck" and Mrs. Francis Milne"; J. T. Lovett, seedling dahlia "Dr. Frederick A. Cook"; J. T. Lovett, Seedling dahlia "Henry Hudson." ASTORIA BOWLERS. The Astoria Florists' Bowling Club will be entertained on Saturday, Octo- ber 16th, by Wm. H. Siebrecht at his fountry home at Chappequa, N. T. This club will leave by automobile at 9 a. m. from the Siebrecht greenhouses at Astoria, L. I. Bowling Scores, Oct. 5. Miesem 173 175 198 Elnsmanu iri6 168 158 Dorlioefer 167 168 130 Anderson 124 14.3 190 .\iuol(i 123 117 115 W. II. Siplirocht 208 147 197 W. H. S. .Tr 116 115 II. Siebrecht 137 138 181 Lawrence 143 141 139 .Taoobson 137 139 160 Ulackween 148 147 145 Donaldson 187 158 161 AMERICAN INSTITUTE. The list of premiums awarded at the 78th Fair of the American Institute at New York City on September 21-2:!, has just come to hand in printed form. Among the dahlia prize winners the names of W. D. Hathaway, W. P. Lothrop, H. F. Burt and George L. Stillman appear frequently in the com- mercial and general classes. In gladi- cli, John Lewis Childs; in herbaceous flowers, Peter Murray; in ornamental plants, Harry Turner and A. J. Manda; in roses, L. A. Noe and F. R. Pier- son; In carnations, Geo. Hale; in vio- lets, Howard Nichols; in flowering and foliage groups, Julius Roehrs Co.; all appear prominent. Certificates were awarded as follows: E S. Miller, collection of gladiolus seedlings: Mills & Company, single dahlia "Jessica"; Wm. Wills, garden- YOU Certainly grow more than your requirements. AUCTION off tlie balance. W. Elliott & Sons, NEW YORK. October 9, 1909 HORTlCULTURi: 509 r- Pipe Pan, for joy and let thy Shepherds sing ! Mr. Burpee being very busy writing up his new catalog turned the writing of this ad over to one of his new young men — who hopes you will like it so well that promotion will follow shortly. Send in your orders. q When the Pilgrim Fathers landed on Plyraouth Rock — shelter, food and firearms were the first desideratums. We do not credit all of the ditty that : " First they fell upon their knees and praised the Lord, And then got up with fire and sword, and fell upon the aborigines." ^ More likely they wrote home to the old country for some farm and garden seeds. Their eighty or ninety million descendants don't have to do that — they have seedsmen of their own — men who have grown up with them and studied their wants and their climate and know their peculiar needs from a to izzard. If you want the finest American Grown Pedigree Seeds for the farm or the garden try the largest mail order house in the world BURPEE Philadelphia ^ And, be sure to include in your order the three great Sweet Pea Novelties they offer for this season. q Anyway, they want to get ac- quainted with you and would be happy to have you send for one of their catalogs. It is a splendid book and a liberal education on horticul- ture. Mailed free and with pleasure. Liberal terms to the seed trade, who are invited to catalog these and other novelties. ■\ BEST THREE NEW SPENCERS FOR. 1910 MIRIAM BEAVER ; glowing soft apricot tinted and suffused with lemon. MARIE CORELLI ; (nee Prince of Wales Spencer); brilliant rosy carmine; wings rich crimson. SENATOR SPENCER ; deep claret striped and flaked with light heliotrope. 2l^~An illustrated circular describing the above and other new Spencers mailed to the trade on application. i^W. ATLEE BURPEE & GO., 475 N.,ih 5th st,e.t, PHILADELPHIA, PA. 510 HORTICULTURE October 9. 1909 HEACOCK'S PALMS ORDER NOW WHILE THEY CAN BE SHIPPED BY FREIGHT SAVING HEAVY EXPRESS CHARGES. Our stock consists of strong, healthy, well established home grown plants. A visit to our greenhouses will convince you. Twenty- five minutes from Philadelphia, fifty trains each way every day. GET YOUR ORDER IN EARLY- IT PAYS KENTIA BELMOREANA 5 in. pot 6 to 7 leaves, 6 In. pot 7 in. pot or tub, 9 in. tub 9 in. tub Per doz. 18 in. lilgli $6.00 Bacli . 6 to 7 leaves, 22 to 24 in. liigli 1.00 . 6 to 7 leaves, 34 to 36 in. high 2.50 . 6 to 7 leaves, 42 to 48 in, high very heavy 5.00 . 6 to 7 leaves. 48 to 54 in. high very heavy. . . ; . . 6.00 Per 100 $50.00 Doz. 12.00 30.00 MADE UP KENTIA FORSTERIANA Each 7 In. pot or tub, 4 plants in pot, 36 In. high $2.50 7 In. pot or tub, 4 plants 36 to 38 in. high 3.00 9 in. tub 4 plants in tub. 42 to 48 in. high 5.00 ARECA LUTESCENS 6 in. pot. 3 plants in pot, 24 to 26 In. 6 in. pot, 3 plants in pot, 26 to 28 in. 7 in. pot, 3 plants In pot, 30 to 32 In. Each high $0.75 high 1.00 high 2.00 COCOS WEDDELLIANA Per 100 2^A in. pot, 8 to 10 In. high $10.00 21/2 in. pot. 10 to 12 in. high l.i.OO Joseph Heacock Co., wyimcote, pa. SALVIA SETHELLII. We have received from Palisades Nurseries a branch of flowers of this handsome garden perennial. They say: "We have grown this outside for two years and find it one of the most desir- able herbaceous plants we know of. Its dark velvety olive green foliage is quite as attractive as the rosy purple flowers that cover the plants. It grows 4 feet high, many branches, and flowers from beginning of August right into frost. Although it was frozen outside with us the beginning of last winter before we took it in to propagate, we do not know whether it stands our winters unprotected outside or not; but it certainly stands freezing without injury, and could be termed a hardy Salvia or Scarlet Sage, which it close- ly resembles except in color of flower and for which it appears to us t:here is much need, and should make a strik- ing novelty for some large retail cata- logue firm." The result of investigations by the Japan Agricultural Society shows that the export of lily bulbs from Japan last year markedly increased. The total value of bulbs exported reached 444,727 yen last year, against about 250,000 yen for the preceding year. The prin- cipal destination was England, where they were exported to the value of 214,959 yen. Next comes America, which took 184,913 yen in value, fol- lowed by the Netherlands, with 15,925 yen; Germany, with 11,031 yen; Den- mark, with 5,530 yen; and Canada with ti,C02 yen. — Journal of Horticulture. ROEHRS, Lorraine Begonias RUTHERFORD N. J. The F. E. CONINE NURSERY CO. Norway Spruce, Hemlock, Arbor Vitae and Pines IvA^ROE «SI55K», 'WITH B^VIvI^S In ordering goods please add "I saw it In HORTICULTURE." PANSY PLANTS From my well-known strain, none bet- ter; also DAISIES (bellls) and FOR- GET-ME-NOT, fine plants, $2.00 per 1000. LETTUCE GRAND RAPIDS, BIG BOSTON, $1.00 per 1000. J. C. SCHMIDT, BRISTOL, PA. Canadense, Super- bum, Single and Double Tigers, named Elegans, RUTHERFORD, N. J. EVERGREENS LILIES Tenuifolium, Wallace!, etc. GERMAN AND JAPAN IRIS, DEL- PHINIUM FORMOSUM Write tor prices E.S. MILLER "Jt'N^r HERBERT, ATCO, N.J. DAHLIAS Every Day In the Yea NOW READY Zirngiebcl's Fine Strain of they can't be beat; well known for a century; good strong plants, 500 per 100, $4 .00 per 1000. AUGUSTUS ZIRNGIEBEL, EAST NORWICH, N. Y. In ordering goods please add "I saw it in HORTICULTURE." October 9. 1909 HORTICULTURE oil Dreer's SpecialOffer OF Hardy Perennial Phloxes We are the largest growers of Pereniual Phlox in the world. Our collection is unequalled, and we are pre- pared to furnish the new and rare kinds as well as all the popular standard varieties in large quantities. The plants we offer are all strong one-year-old field- grown plants and will make a fine display of flowers next season. New and Rare Varieties. r Aglae Adanson (Tall). Immense flowers, snow-white, with red eye F. G. Von Lassbarg: (Medium). The pur- est white in cultivation; individual flowers larger than any other white.. Jules Cambon (Medium). Brilliant red- dish-purple, with exceptionally large, pure white centre Louis Blanc (Tall). Reddish-violet, with purple shadings and darker eye. A distinct dark-colored variety Prosper Henry (Dwarf). Large compact truss of pure white with bright crim- son-carmine center Slebold (Dwarf). An improvement on the popular scarlet "Coquelicot," brighter and stronger George A. Strohlein (Medium). Bright scarlet, with crimson-red eye; does not bleach Mme. Paul Dutrie (Medium). A delicate lilac-rose, reminding one of some of the beautiful soft pink Orchids. The flowers are very large, and borne in panicles of immense size Vesuvius (Medium). One of our new seedlings; pure red, with bright purple eye ; a dazzling color Von Hochberg (Medium). The ideal crimson Phlox ; the richest of its color erlOO Per 1000 $8.00 $75.00 8.00 75.00 6.00 50.00 6.00 50.00 6.00 50.00 10.00 90.00 10.00 90.00 10.00 90.00 6.00 50.00 10.00 90.00 General Collection of Hardy Phlox. Best Scarlet and Red Varieties. Consul H. Trost (Medium). Pure red, witli bright Frencli- purple eye. CoQuelicot (Dwarf). A flue pure scarlet, witb crimson-red eye. Etna (Jledium). (irimson red suffused with fiery red; cherry- red eye. Frau Dora Imgeller (Tall). Crimson red; a strong free- flowering late variety. Gt^neral \un Keutsz (Medium). Scarlet, with rose shadings and crimson-red eye. Pecheur d'lslande (Tall). Crimson red, suffused with cochi- neal-red and carmine-red eye. ProfesBor VireUow (Medium). Bright carmine, overlaid with orange scarlet, fine. R. P. Strnthers (Tall). Rosy carmine, with claret-red eye, line. Price: Any of the Scarlet or Red Varieties, $6.00 per 100; $50 00 per 1000. Best White Varieties. Albion I Tall). One of our own introductions; producing very large panicles of pure white flowers with a faint aniline-reij eye. Diadem (Dwarf). A fine dwarf, pure white. Helena Vacaresco (Dwarf). Very large-flowering dwarf, white. Hermlnc (Dwarf). The dwarfest variety in our collection, never exceeding ten inches in height; pure white flowers of good size, early; unequalled for bordering; a perfect little gem. Jeanne d'Arc (Tall). A good standard late white. Louise Abbema (Dwarf). A dwarf pure white of fine form. Mrs. .lenkins (Tall). The best tall early white for massing. Price: Any of the White Varieties, $5.00 per 100; $40.00 per 1000. Best Pink and Rose-colored Varieties. Bacchante (Tall). Tyrian rose with crimson-carmine eye. Caran d'.\che (Dwarf). Geranium-red, with old rose shadings and white eye: very effective. Clara Benz (Dwarf). Lovely carmine rose, with darker eye. General Giovaninelli (Dwarf). Bright Tyrian rose, with light shadings at the base of each petal, a pure reiJ eye ; very effective. La Vague (Medium). Pure mauve, with aniline-red eye. Pacha (Dwarf). Deep rose pink, suffused with .Solferino-red and carmine-purple eye. Pantheon (Tall). Bright carmine rose. Selma (Tall). Large flower, pale rose mauve, with claret-red eye. Sunshine (Dwarf). Large, aniline-red with crimson-red eye and light halo. Von Goethe (Tall). Tyrian rose, suffused with carmine lake and carmine-reel eye. Price: Anv of the Pink or Rose sorts, $5.00 per 100; $40.00 per 1(100. Best Purpie and Crimson Varieties. B. Comte I Tall I. A glowing reddish or French purple; one of the linest dark-colored varieties. Charles Sellier (Dwarf). Bright reddish-violet with large white star-shaped centre. Champs Elysee (Medium). A very bright rosy magenta of an effective shade. Chevalier de Boufflers. (Medium). Deep reddish violet, with brighter sbading.s. Eclaireur (Tall). Brilliant rosy magenta, with large lighter halo ; an excellent variety. £dniond Boissler (Dwarf). Bright reddish-violet, with large white halo. Edmond Bostand (Medium). Reddish violet, shading brighter towards the centre with an exceptionally large white centre. La Foudre (Tall). Rich glowing French purple, shading crimson. Le Mahdi (Tall). Deep reddish violet, with darker eye. Obergartner Wittig (Medium). Bright magenta, with crim- son-carmine eye; large flower and truss; one of the best. Price: Any of the Purple and Crimson sorts; $5.00 per 1(X); $40.00 per 1000. Best Liglit Varieties With Dark Eyes. Bridesmaid (Tall). White, with large crimson-carmine centre. Colibri (Tall). White, with crimson-carmine centre; very late. Henry Murger (Tall). Beautiful variety; white, crimson-car- mine centre. H. O. Wijers (Tall). Glistening white, with bright crimson- carmine eye. Price: Anv of the Light Varieties with Dark Eyes, $5.00 per 100; $40.00 per 1000. Best Mottled Varieties. Antonin Jlcrcie. (Medium.) Light ground color, upper half of petal deeply suffused bluish-lilac: large, white halo. Beranger (Dwarf), (ground color white, delicately suffused with rosy pink, distinct amaranth-red eye. De Miribel (Medium). White, suffused with brigjjt rosy scar- let, red eye. Eugene Danzanvillier (Tall). Lilac, shading white towards the edges : large white centre. Mozart (Tall). Ground color white, suffused salmon; aniline- red eye. Price: Any of the Mottled Varieties, $5.00 per 100; $40.00 per 1000. Phlox Sufruticosa — Miss Lingard. Extra strong plants of this valuable early white flowering variety $6.00 per 100; $50.00 per 1000. For the most complete assortment of Hardy Perennials offered in America, see our current Wholesale List. HENRY A. DREER, 714 Chestnut Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. 512 HORTICULTURE October 9, 1909 Seed Trade British Vegetable Trials. It may be of interest to readers of HORTICULTURE to be informed of some recent trials at the R. H. S. gar- dens at Wisley, inspected by members of the Fruit and Vegetable Committee. These trials consisted of runner beans, cauliflowers and late potatoes. Of run- ner beans, the smooth-podded varieties were first inspected, and from these were selected Count Zepplin, of the old case-knife form, stringless, 12 in. in length, singularly tender, and deli- cious eating when cooked (Heinemann, Erfurt). Dark Dun, a selection of the climbing French type, prolific with short fleshy pods (.James Carter & Co.) Climbing beans selected tender and tnie form (.James Carter & Co.) Prin- cess of Wales, a very fine heavy-crop- ping bean (Sutton & Sons). Of the Scarlet or Dutch runner type, Scarlet Emperor has long pod of a deep green color, and Red Giant with long narrow pods, of a pale green color (James Car- ter & Co.) Also Prizewinner certifi- cated in 1S92. Mr. Beckett, gardener at ."Vldenham House, Herts, had sent a white flowering variety named White Emperor, which was the heaviest crop- per of all, with pods long and shapely. All of these received three marks apiece, and these awards were sanc- tioned by the full committee on Tues- day, September 14. A trial of cauliflowers was then in- spected and most of the varieties which had turned in showed fine heads. Early Snowball, an old variety, was the earl- iest—a good stock (Barr & Sons). Good varieties for succession were King of the Cauliflowers (Barr & Sons), Mag- num Bonum (Sutton & Sons), Dwarf Mammoth (Carter & Co.), and Con- queror (Vilmorin et Cie, Paris). These received three marks, and this was tanctioned by the full committee. Of the potatoes, seedlings from the va- riety Up-to-Date were in the majority. Those selected and shown to the full committees were Duchess of York (W. Holmes, Tain, N. B.), a long white tuber; Vera O'Brien, a flat oval (Tul- lins, Kildare) ; Widecorabe Intermedi- ate,'a round tuber (Pickering, Ashbur- ton); and Scottish Chief, a large flat- tlsh round tuber (Barr & Sons). These all received three marks. — Extracted {rom Gardeners' Chronicle for Septem- her IS. Contraband Tobacco. Whence goes all the forfeited to- Tjacco of the British Custom Houses is a question asked and answered in "The Daily Chronicle" (London), for Sep- tember 23. "Smokers will be glad to know that the contraband tobacco is no longer consigned to what used to be known as the 'Queen's Tobacco Pipe'— the kiln by the London Docks. It was an awful waste of incense. Nowadays, if you are a criminal and a lunatic, and are accommodated at Broadmoor, you .get your tobacco from the Customs for nothing. And any to- bacco that is below your criminally lunatic taste is used for the discourage- ment of insects in Kew Gardens." F. M. The Grass Seed Market. We have just received from Baren- brug. Burgers & Co. their annual re- port on this year's crops of Natural Grass Seeds in the various growing districts at home and abroad. They tell us that of the last three years, all with decidedly short crops, the present season beats the record for shortness nf)t only of them, but of at least a score of years, owing to the very un- favorable weather which has been well- nigh universal all over Europe. At one time a continuous drought when piactically every plot of grass land seemed a barren place; after that a period of cold wet weather, with the result *hat whatever had fortunately passed through the drought was con- fronted by the opposite fate, viz., that of being destroyed by water. The early varieties — those that had to pass through and ripened during the dry period — .showed consequently heads with almost no seed in, whereas the later varieties — those which had to go through the cold and wet period — had an exceedingly poor flowering time, with the result that the seed-setting was badly affected; so that the yields on the whole are not one-third of what they should be; and of both early and late varieties, the quality of the prod- uce of all is of aui exceedingly light character, the carrying up of which to a satisfactory standai-d of purity re- quired a good deal of winnowing and a big loss of light matter. They say that if it has been surmised by seeds- men that last season's quotations for the majority of grasses were about the highest that could reasonably be ex- pected to find customers, they fear that at least for a few varieties the trade will be called upon to pay still more this year, if as is presumed to be the case, they can't do without them. For, considering the exceedingly small yields, this season's light qualities which will show an enormous loss in cleaning them up to a decent standard of purity, and finally, the excessive high prices paid to farmers for their rough material, quotations cannot fail to soar a good deal higher than last season for those kinds which suf- fered most from the inclemency of the weather. Of the sorts which are likely to com- mand advanced prices, they enumerate Achillea millefolium. Agrostis stolonif- era, Agrostis canina, Anthoxanthuni odoratum, Avena elatior, Avena flaves- cens, Cynosurus cristatus, Festuca du- riuscula ovina, and ovina angustifolia (these higher than ever before), Fes- tuca elatior, F. pratensis, F. rubra, Poa nemoralis and Poa pratensis. Alope- curus pratensis is a satisfactory crop and moderate prices are quoted, but buyers are warned against old or mixed seed as last year's seed was unsatis- factory as to both purity and germina- tion. Anihoxanthum odoratum patelli will probably advance, Dactylis glo- merata will be reasonable, as also will be Poa trivialis and Lolium perenne and Italicum. California in 1854, and from Califor- nia it was taken to Utah, Colorado, Kansas and further east. He adds: "Lucerne was introduced into tlie Eastern States long before it came to California, liut it made no headway and was forgotten until it made its way eastward from the great West." The latter statement is open to ques- tion. We have been Informed that the first lOOths of alfalfa for the state of Texas went from Philadelphia in JSSS and from there it spread all over the central western and Pacific states. Now Texas sends the seeds out in hun- dreds of carloads, all over the United States and to foreign countries; but in this connection it is well to bear in raind the words of a leading European authority (I'arenbrug) on this subject: "Tiiere is an enormous difference be- tween tile produce of European and Amer- ican grown Alfalfa, so much so that even in Holland it is considered a fraud if Amer- ican grown is sold for European or if mix- tures of the two are sold for European seed. There is simply no comparing the one plant with the other. Not only that — the American plant's duration does not ex- ceed two or three years at best so that it does not answer to having a longer lay than a Held of red clover and that it is by far the inferior of the 5 or 6-year plant of European origin, but the plant it- self is rather a poor one iu comparison. Even the fii-st cut does not yield more than half the quantity, whereas the second cut is even less. Among the European-grown seeds, namely: — Provence, Middle, and North of France. Italian, Hungarian and Russian — we consider the Provence and Italian seeds to be the best, next we would prefer the north and middle of France and Hungarian, while the Russian is in our opinion no better than the American." The cultivation of Lucerne is older than Rome — in fact, it is of unknown antiquity. The Persians had it before the Greeks or Romans. As a culti- vated plant it is probably one of the oldest known to the human race. Of course. Professor Hodgensen is no doubt correct in ascribing its introduc- tion into South America and the Paci- fic coast territories to the Spaniards. But to imagine a West-to-East migra- tion is too much, and clean contrary to all probabilities. More likely it simply followed the settlement of the UiJted States from East to West. An- other thing — what is there about Utah- grown seed that such claims are set up for it? We want to know, you know, even if we are not "from Mis- souri." The History of Alfalfa or Lucerne. In an account of the history and dis- semination of Lucerne, Prof. J. C. Hodg- enson is quoted as having said that tlie plant was introduced from Rome into Spain and Prance and thence to South America and Mexico during the Spanish invasion and from there to The Aster Seed Crop. Referring to the aster seed notes in our issue of September 18, Mj. Charles H. Vick of Rochester, N. Y.. writes us as follows: "1 note, in a recent number of HOR- TICULTURE, a short article on the Aster Seed crop. While we have had very unfavorable weather in the vicin- ity of Rochester, we expect a fair crop, with sufficient seed to fill all orders. The early season was unfavorable on account of the wet. Alter our plants were set out, the drought interfered with the growth. The recent showers have helped some and our asters at present are in full bloom and. with a favorable fall, we will harvest nearly the usual quantity of seed. "Two new Extra Early Uprights, Pink and White, will be added to our list, and also a new one identical in the growth and style of flower to our Violet King, a very beautiful rose iu color. These we shall offer to the trade in packets." October 9, 1909 HORTICULTURE 513 Michell's English Mushroom Spawn ISC. per brick(25C. postpaid); perdoz.,$ .lO; 35 Ibs.i $' 75; $6.50 per iod Ibi. ; per iccxj lbs., $60.00; 250 lbs, at icoo lb. rate. TESTIMONIAL Newark, N. J., Dec. 28th, '08. I am very well satisfied with the Mushroom Spawn purchased of you ; it has turned out splendidly. E. BOISAUBIN. Lambert's Pure Culture Spawn This type produces larger mushrooms than the English, coming into bearing somewhat earlier, and bearing for a longer time. St-tndard No. 8 Cream White- For use from April to October, Standard No. 9 Pure White. For use from October to April. Prices of Pure Culture Spawn. Standard Bricks Per brick, about i^ lbs , ace : per brick » postpaid, 30c. : 5 bricks, goc; 12 bricks, $i,8o' 25 bricks, $3.50; 50 bricks, $6 50; 100 bricks, $12,50; 1030 bricks, $115 00. Direct No. 8 Cream White. For use from October to April. Direct No. 9 Pure White Type. For use from April to October. Prices of Pure Culture Spawn. Direct Bricks Per brick, 2^c. ; per brick, postpaid, 35c.; . 12 bricks, $2 40; 25 bricks, $5.00; 50 bricks, $^.35; 100 bricks, $15.00; 1000 bricks, $140.00. A Straight Talk! IV^ICHELL didn't discover the north pole. All honor to the men who did. Michell's tri- umph rests on being a pioneer in good seeds and bulbs. If you want the very best the world can give you (A. D. 1909) our lists are at your service. Mailed hree. If any one claims to know more about the florists' supply business than we do — please write us — we might be able to tell you some- thing ! You have everything to gain and nothing to lose in getting next to us ! Write today, for our wholesale price list of bulbs. HENRY F. MICHELL CO. Chinese Sacred Lily Bulbs We import these direct from China, where we get the selection of fine, sound bulbs. These sell readily on the store counter, and yield a handsome profit. We would recom- mend to force a few into flower, which can be done ia about five weeks, and place the bulbs you desire to sell on the counter, with the blooming plants. Regalar Size Bulbs. 6cc. per doz.; per basket ( lo bulbs) $i 25; $t.5o per bale (120 bulbs), $32.50 per i.oo. Mammoth Size Bulbs. $ .00 per doz.: per basket ( o bulbs) $2.25: $7.50 per bale (120 bulbs), $60.00 per loto. Golden Chinese Lilies Pure golden yellow, very fragrant. 3CC per doz.: per i c, $2.00. Pebbles for Chinese Lilies 40c per doz. quart packages; per too, $3.00; not less than 50 at 100 rate. LAMBERT'S PURE CULTURE SPAWN As we understand it, the difference between Direct and Standard Spawn is as follows: The " Direct " bricks are inoculated with spores taken from specimen mushrooms: without laboratory transfer The " Standard " bricks are inoculated from spores propagated and when propagated transferred into the bricks of spawn. Thp Direct bricks produce the truest types of one kind or shade of color mushrooms. HENRY F. MICHELL CO. Two Stores : 1018 and 518 Market Street PHILADELPHIA, PA. Chinese Lilies 514 HORTICULTURE October 9, 1909 PUBLICATIONS RECEIVED. Ijandscape Planting for Pleasure and Profit. Sent out vvith compliments of Reading Nurseries, J. Woodward Man- ning, proprietor, Reading, Mass. A nicely gotten up little pamphlet with Rhododendron Vaseyii in colors as a cover attraction. Year Book of the Greenhouse Vege- table Growers' and Market Gardeners' Association of America, 1909. This pamphlet contains the proceedings of the first annual convention of the above named society, held at Cleve- land, Ohio, October 30 and 31, 1908, and other matters of direct interest to the market gardening fraternity. Bulletin of the University of Mis- souri. Gives full information of the opportunities tor agricultural and hor- ticultural education furnished by the college. Fully illustrated with plates showing the various departments and their work. Explains the functions of the departments, admission require- ments, costs, equipment, and all that the ambitious student may desire to know. Number 23, Vol. 7, of The Bulletin of the New York Botanical Garden, which has just been issued is desig- nated the "Hudson-Fulton Celebration Number." It contains a descriptive guide to the gi'ounds, buildings and collections and a descriptive guide to the native trees of the Hudson River Valley prepared by Norman L. Taylor. There are forty full-page half-tone plates and a general plan of the garden. The tree descriptions are given in popular style, unencumbered by scientific terms, and the volume will no doubt find many interested readers. MOVEMENTS OF GARDENERS. John Forbes, who was for some time gardener for Mrs. Wra. B. Leeds at Newport, R. I., is now installed as gar- dener for Peiry Belmont. Wm. Mackay is now in charge of the E. T. Gerry estate at Newport, R. I., Arthur Griffin having resigned that po- sition. Patrick F. Reynolds, gardener for Mrs. J. P. Kernochan at Newport, R. I., is receiving congratulations from his many friends. The wedding took place October 5th. SEED TRADE NOTES. Howard M. Earl and Edwin Lonsdale arrived home from their California tiip, October 5th. Toronto, Can* — The Steele-Briggs Seed Co. have moved their retail busi- ness to a larger and more spacious building across the street, 137-139 King street. A. W. Annandale is in charge. We are informed that Mr. Theo. Cobb, for twenty-four years with the D. M. Ferry & Co., Detroit, Mich., has decided to join forces with the J. P. Noll & Co., Inc., Newark, N. J, Mr. Cobb has been elected secretary of the company and will be glad to see any of his friends at 115 Mulberry St., Newark, N. .1.. any time after the 15th of this month. Two Valuable Seed Novelties Do not fail to include in your next catalogue HOLMES' DELICIOUS SWEET CORN and HOLMES'LGREEN PROLIFIC POLE LIMA Two of the greatest acquisitions ev E> r: ivoa?v French and Dutch Bulbs FOR FALL SHIPMENT Wholesale Price List mailed to Florists on application. Joseph Breck & Sons Corp. 4r-54 NO. MARKET ST., BOSTON, MASS. CABBAGE. Succession, Flat Dutch and Savoy, $i.co per looo. $8.50 per 10,000. CELERY. White Plume and Golden Self Blanching. $1.00 per :ooo. $8.50 per $10,000. PARSL.EY. 95 cts. per 100. $1.25 per 1000. Cash with Order R. VINCENT, JR., & SONS CO. White Marsh, Md. ROBERT J. DYSART Public Accountant and Auditor simple method* of correct «ecoantlng tvpeclallj (dapted for florlatt' lis*. Books Balanced and Adjusted Mercbaoti Bank Bulldlnc 28 STATE STREET, - BOSTON TelephoD*. Mats fit. ESTABLISHED 1802 Paper White Narcissus and all other DUTCH BULBS of High Grade. Afew LILIUM HARRISII "7/5" left at $37.00 per 1000 J. M. THORBURN & CO. 33 Barclay Street NEW YORK NOTICE I have purchased all the assets of the A. J. Pieters Seed Company and will fill all contracts for 1909 crop. Deliveries are now being made and I shall have a surplus list ready in October. Please write ne about what you want and let me quote you on 1910 crop. Address all correspondence to A. J. PIETERS Seed Grower HOLLISTER, ■ - CAL. C AULIFLOWERS A B B A G E LILY OP THE VALLEY PIPS. "' HJALMAR HARTMANN & CO. Longanesstraed* 20, COPENHAGEN, DENMARK. Ward's Lily Bulbs Not how cheap, but how good. Ralph M. Ward & Co. 12 W. Broadway, New York In ordering goods please add "I saw It In HORTICUTURE. October 9, 1909 HORTICULTURE 515 ^ SINGLE LATE MAY-FLOWERING or DECORATION DAY TULIPS These are exceiuioiially useful flowers for Decoration Day, every florist should plant out a few. Once planted, they and will 1000 $S 00 6 GO 7 50 7 50 remain tor years and serve you with a wealth of bloom. 100 Beauty of America. Creamy white, turning pink... $1 00 Bizarres. Handsome, rich flowers, with yellow ground; finest mixed 75 Bouton cl'Or. Deep golden yellow; very handsome flowers 85 Bridesmaid. Lovely soft pink ' 85 Bybloems (Koses). White ground, blotched, striped or feathered with lilac 85 7 50 B.vbloems (Violets). White ground, striped and blotched purple and blue 90 8 00 Darwin. Very large flowers. They include every known shade 85 7 50 Golden Crown. Large, bright yellow 1 00 7 50 Gesneriana, Scarlet (true). Largest and handsomest of all Tulips; fine for Decoration Day 1 25 10 00 JIacrospeila. Crimson-scarlet, black center 85 7 50 Isabella (Shandon Bells). Carmine-rose, shaded creamy white 1 00 0 00 Maiden's Blush, or Pieotee. Clear white, margined on the edge with pink, pointed !»nd reflexed petals ; most beautiful 90 S 00 PARROT, or DRAGON TULIPS Parrot Tulips sllo^lkl be more largely growu. Tbeir odd colors and fantastic shades make them ready sellers, and make a unique decoration when placed in vases or low bowls. 100 1000 Admiral de Constantinople. Large; red, yellow edge. $0 85 $7 50 Cramoisie Brillante. Rich blood-crimson, with bluish markings 85 7 50 Lutea major. Large, showy yellow 75 7 00 Markgraaf von Baden. Red and yellow, orange in- [ side ; very showy '. 1 00 9 00 [perfecta. Yellow, striped red 85 7 50 ■SoperBne Mixed Parrot Tulips 75 6 00 ARTHUR T. BODDINGTON, SEEDSMAN 342 W. 14th Street, New York City, N. Y. CYCLAMEN NEW CROP FARQUHAR'S GIANT STRAIN Is UNEXCELLED for size and profusion of bloom To obtain large flowering plants for Thanksgiving and Christmas 1910, seeds should be sown now. Giant Crimson Giant Blood Red Giant Salmon Giant Pinl( Giant Excelsior, rr'e'bi'se Giant White Picturatum, cl:^.i^ Price per 1000 seeds, $10.00 100 seeds, $1.00 R. ftj. FARQUHAR & CO. 6 & 7 So. Market St., Boston. Mass. LEONARD SEED CO. CONTRACT GROWERS AND WHOLESALE DEALERS BEANS, PEAS, SWEET CORN, ONION, GARDEN SEEDS CHICAGO FLowEK sKEDs uot Uuf rrices 79 and 81 E. KINZIE STREET, CYCLAMEN SEED Especially grown for ns la England. A superb, large flowering strain In 10 separate colors. lOO seeds, »1.00 : lOOO seeds, SS.OO H. E. FISKESEEDCO. Faneull Hall Square BOSTON, MASS. Burpee's Seeds PHILADELPHIA Mue Ust of Wholesale Prices maUis€ •■ly to thoae who plant for profit. . I. IVlURSb & 10. San Francisco, Cal. Onion, Lettuce, Sweet Peas I'iL California Specialties CATALOGUE Designing and Illustrating For florists, seedsmen, etc. Photograptia aiKl desifirns of all kinds carefully made and promptly submitted. CEO. E. DOW ^178 Washington St, Boston, Mass^ MY GIANT CYCLAMEN arc ahcsd in Growth and Flowers. Bloodred, Carmine. Daybreak, Lilac, Pink, Pure White, White carmine eyed, each separate Tr. Pkt. $i.oo, icoo Seeds $6.00. Above even mixed Tr. Pkt. 75c, 1000 Seeds $5.00. For larger quantities, special quotation. O. V. ZANCEN, Seedsman, HOBOKEN, N.J. NEW PRICE LIST of my celebrated winter flowering Sweet Pea Seed Is being mailed. If yon have not received a copy please send for one. N»w crop of seed will be ready around July 16th ANT. C. Bound Brook, ZVOLANEK - - - New Jersey BERMUDA LILIES Harrisil and Longiflorum. Selected. Lilium Longiflorum Qlganteum C. S. by the case of 300. THOMAS J. GREY CO. 32 south Market Street, Boston, Mass. FRENCH AND DUTCH BULBS Columbia Farm Harrisil Fischers Purity Freesias Send for trade list. Schlegel & FoHler Co. 2i t 27 So. Market St., BOSTON, MASS. BRIDGEMAN'S SEED WAREHOUSE RICKARDS BROS. Props. 17 East 19th St., - HEW YORK CITY 516 HORTICULTURE, October 9, 1909 JOHN BREITMEYER'S —SONS— Cor. Miami and Oratiot Aves. DETROIT, MICH. Artistic Designs . . . Higli Grade Gut Blooms We cover all Michigan points and good •ection* of Ohio, Indiana and Canada. WILLIAM J. SMYTH FLORIST Cor.nichlgan Ave. and 3lst St., CHICAGO We ship to all points in Illinois and Iowa. Phones: Douglaa744, Douglas 523, Douglas 740 THE FLORIST HAUSWIRTH Out of Town orders for Hospitals Carefully filled. 232 Michigan Ave. CHICAGO AUDITORIUM ANNEX Tel. Harrison S85 SAMUEL MURRAY Florist Coates House Conservatory jOir BROADWAY, KANSAS CITY, MO. Both 'Phones 2670 Main. WASHINGTON, D. C. ^e Far-Famed Flowers of TORONTO Delivered ou mail or telegraph order for any occasiou, in auy part of the Domiuion. JOHN H. DUNLOP, 96 Yonee St., - Toronto. Ont. The Park Floral Go. J. A. VALENTINE, Pros. DENVER, COLORADO WILLIAM L. ROCK FLOWER CO. KANSAS CITY. • MO. will carefully execnte orders for Kansai City and any town in Missouri or Kansas. Flowers ^Quality BUFFALO, N. Y. ■yV. J. PALMER &. SON, 304 Main St. Of Interest to Retail Florists TO RETAIL FLORISTS. In view of the fact that there has recently been some comment in the trade press concerning the interchang- ing of retail orders among the florists of the country, it is proper to state that this subject was discussed at the recent convention of the S. A. F. and O. H. in Cincinnati with the result that ihe officers of that society aj-e now actively at work and confidently expect to shortly announce the organization of a Retail Delivery Association com- posed of a large number of retailers ihroughout the country working in conjunction with the S. A. F. and O. H. Retailers not now members of the national society have expressed an eagerness to join as soon as such an organization can be effected. The de- STEAMER DEPARTLRES S Allan Line. S;' Numidlan, Boston-Glasgow. . .Oct. 15 American. ^ New York, N. Y.-S'hampton. . .Oct. 16 SJ Atlantic Transport. Minueapolis, N. Y.-London. . . .Oct. 16 Cunard. fj I.ucania, N. Y. -Liverpool Oct. 13 is Iveraia, Boston-Liverpool Oct. 19 w 'jj C'arpathia, N. Y.-Med'n Pts..Oct. 21 * W French Line. Jj ^ La Savoie. N. Y. -Havre Oct. 14 -^j Hamburg-American. i 1'. Grant, N. Y.-Hamburg Oct. 13 V Kaiseriu A. V.. N. Y.-H'mb'g.Oct. 16 J) Moltke, N. Y.-Med'n Ports Oit. 21 Y Leyland Line. |jj Boliemiau. Boston-Liverpool.. .Oct. 13 ji North German Lloyd. » t'ecile, N. Y. -Bremen Oct. 12 Sj <:. Washington, N. Y. -Bremen. Oct. 14 S) White Star. Sj ,. Adriatic, N. Y.-S'bampton Oct. 13 ^ 9) Arabic, N. Y. -Liverpool Oct. 16 R tails have to be carefully considered, but the work has been taken hold of with energy and will be pushed as lapidlv as possible. J. A. VALENTINE, President S. A. F. and O. H. NEW FLOWER STORE. GAnd Forks, N. D.— M. P. Linberg, 7th street and Alpha avenue. Rensselaer, Ind. — The King Floral Co. has purchased the business of A. W. Cleveland. ALEX. MeCONNELL 571 FIFTH AVENUE NEW YORK CITY Telegraphic orders forwarded to any part of the United States, Canada, aad all principal cities of Europe. Orden transferred or intrusted by the trade to our selection for delivery on steamship* or elsewhere receive special attention. TelephoneCalls,487and488MurraiiHill Cable Address, ALEXCONIf ELL DAVID CLARKE'S S0N5 DcUver orders from any part of the countiy !• New York City Or OUT-QOINQ STEAMERS Write or telegraph 2139-2141 Broadway, New York Telet>bone iS5>-i5S3 Cohunbuc M. A. BOWE In the Heart of New York City 1294 Broadway Tel. 2270, 38th St. NEW YORK Our Motto— The QoldeD Rule Y0UH6 & NUGENT 42 West 28 St., NEW YORK " FUOmtMS BY TELEeRAPH" U3ANY. M. T. Oowere er Design Work VKUTERED IN ALBANY AND VICDniT ON TELEGRAPHIC ORDER. II NORTH PEARL ST.. ALBANY. M.T. Flower Deliveries In Brooklyn and other Long Island Points New Y'ork City, New Jersey, etc. At Theatres, Hotels, Steamers or Residences. WILSON Fultoi St and fireeie Aie., BrooHyn, N. Y. DANKER, TT' ORDERS FOR Choice Flowers and Floral Emblems PILLED PROMPTLY BOSTON'S BEST In Quality and Design OM ba Mlled apon when yoa transfer jroat retail orders to EDWARD MACMULKIN It4 BoyUton Street, BosAa For Ste >mer» sailing from Montreal and Quebec Order by Mail or Telegraph from MONTRhAL Careful attention and prompt c^elivery. LOUISVILLE, KY. JACOB SCHULZ, 660 South Fourth Ave. October 9, 1909 HORTICULTURE, 517 Just What You Have Been Looking For! Laurel, Cedar, Pine and Autumn Vines. 3 ft. high, $1.00 up. Laurel, Cedar, Pine and Autumn Branches lor all decorations, ■jOc. up. Rustic Cedar Bark, 100 sq. ft., $2J)0 in b'd'ls. Grape Vine, per coil, |2.00. Cedar Post and Poles, per ft., 3c. up. Loose Laurel, per bbl., $1.00. Pine Cones on branches, per bbl.. $1..50. Green, Sheet and Sphagnum Moss, also Jersey Peat at Mar- ket Prices. Mapes' Rustic Works CLAYTON, - - N.J. BELL 'PHONE, 29 L BUSINESS CHANGES. Reading, Pa. — George W. Beears, florist, has moved from 235 to 206 No. 9th St. Ashtabula, O.— Fishel & Willis suc- ceed to the greenhouse business of E. A. Knapp. Vancouver, Wash. — A. Axtell has purchased the florist business of Eugene Zimmer and will increase his facilities in the retail branch. Lafayette, Col. — The business of the Schroeder-Son Nursery Co. is now in charge of George Schroeder. his father and sister having withdrawn from it. Sunnyside, Ind. — Ricketts Bros, have disposed of their interest in the Sun- nyside Floral Co. to Herman Raabe, who will retain the services of Chas. Ricketts. In ordering goods please add "I saw It In HORTICULTURE." NEW ENGLAND FLOWER DELIVERIES Send flower orders for delivery in Boston and all New England points to THOS. F. GALVIN 124 Tremont St., Boston TRANSFER Your orders for flower or plant deliv- eiy in Eastern New England to JULIUS A. ZINN 2 Beacon St , Seston WELLESLEY COLLEGE Duu Hall, Walnut Hill aod Rockridg* Hall Schooia. TAILBY.Wellesley, Maas. T«l, Wellcaley 44.1 aod s. Nifht 44-3. PERSONAL. Chauucy Slade has taken a position uith \V. McCarthy at Erie, Pa. , Mr. .J. Backhouse of York, England, sailed for home on October 6, on the Miiuretania from New York. Our sincere sympathy is e.xtended to J. K. Allen, the New York wholesale florist, whose sister died on October 1. A. D. Guldenberg of R. M. Ward & Co., New York, returned from his Eu- ropean trip October 4, on the George Washington. John H. Taylor, Bayside, N. Y., re- turned on Red Star steamer from Ant- werp last Sunday, after a European tour of several weeks. Arthur H. Norton, son of M. H. Nor- ton, was married to Miss Doherty at St. Peters' Rectory, Dorchester, Mass., on Wednesday evening, October 6. . Visitors in Boston: T. Melstrom, representing F. Sander & Son, St. Al- bans, Eug. ; H. Thiemann, Monson, Mass.; H. S. DeForest, of Pierson U- Bar Co., New York. Visitors in New York: A. J. Pieters, Hollister, Cal.; Hon. Phil. Breitmeyer, Detroit, iVQch.; W. C. Langbridge, rep- lesnting Jerome B. Rice, Cambridge, N. Y.; E. Allan Peirce, Waltham, Mass. Harry Budlong, son of J. A. Budlong, and for many years identified with J. A. Budlong Sons & Co., Auburn, R. I., has severed his connection with the business and will devote his time to other interests. Philadelphia visitors: S. B. Dicks, London, England; Leonard Long, Long Branch, N. J.; Phil Breitmeyer, De- ll oil, Mich.; Jefferson Thomas, Har- lisburg. Pa., Victor Groshens, Glen- siue. Pa.; Alex. Gumming, Hartford, Conn. NEW BEDFORD NOTES. Trade Jottings. Vacations over, and with the fall sea- son on hand business has been improv- ing every day. The past week when the rainy weather caused havoc with the outdoor stuff, there was a big de- mand for indoor flowers, with little to be had. Chrysanthemums are now showing up in the store windows, and amongst the growers the plants are looking fine. R. E. Nofftz, H. A. Jahn and R. H. Woodhouse were the first to cut some nice Polly Rose and Glory Pacific. The local dahlia exhibitors have been very fortunate this year, bringing home many prizes from ever\ city where they exhibited. Local festivities have started in with the right kind of a snap. A banquet and dancing party given to Mis.s Eliza- beth Peirce at Fairhaven Town Ball gave Peter Murray an opportunity to display his artistic abilities, and on October 9, R. H. Woodhouse has an elaborate church decoration for the Peirce-Vv'illiamson wedding. We men- tion these simply to show that New Bedford's season is beginning with a noise that sounds like a glorious win- ter for business. Personal. Fred C. Covell, formerly with E. H. Chamberlin, has now taken the posi- tion of manager of the flower depart- ment of the Shepard Co. in Providence, R. I. Recent visitors were A. Leuthy, Ros- THE BEST LETTERS Boston Florist Letter Go. 66 FBARL ST., BOSTON N. F. McCarthy, Mp. Order direct or buy from your local topply dealer. Insitt on baying the BOSTON Intcnption*. Emblenu. etc.. Always in Stock lindale. Mass.; J. J. Karlns, represent- ing H. A. Dreer. JULIUS RUZITZKY. "FLOWERS BY TELEGRAPH." Leading Retail Florists Listed by Towns for Ready Reference. Denver, Colo.— Park Floral Co., 1706 Broadway. Washington, D. C— Gude Bros., 1214 P St. Chicago — Hauswlrth, "The Florist," 232 Michigan Ave. Chicago — William J. Smyth, Michigan Ave. and 31st St. Chicago— George Wittbold Co., 1657-59 Buckingham Place. Louisville, Ky. — Jacob Schulz, 550 South Fourth Ave. Boston— Thos. F. Galvln, 124 Tremont St. Boston — Edward MacMuIkln, 194 Boyl- ston St. Boston— Hoffman, Florist, 59-61 Massa- chusetts av. Boston — .Tulius A. Zinn, 2 Beacon St. Wellesley, Mass.— Tallby. Detroit, Mich. — J. Breitmeyer's Sons, Miami and Gratiot Aves. Kansas City, Mo. — Samuel Murray, 1071 Broadway. Kansas City, Mo. — Wm. L. Rock Flower Co., 1116 Walnut St. Albany, N. Y.— H. G. Eyres, 11 N. Pearl St. Albany, N. Y.— F. A. Danker, 40 Maiden Lane. New York— David Clarke's Sons, 2139- 2141 Broadway. New York — Alex. McConnell. 571 5th Ave. New York— Young & Nugent, 42 W. 28tb St. New York — M. A. Bowe. 1294 Broadway. Brooklyn, N. Y.— Robert G. Wilson. Pnl- ton St. and Greene Ave. Buffalo. N. Y.— Palmer's. 304 Main St. Montreal, Can. — P. McKenna & Son, St. r:itluiine and Gay Sts. TiiiDnto. Can.- J. H. Dunlop, 96 Yonge St. NEWS NOTES. Danvers, Mass. — The greenhouses of E. & C. Woodman are being im- proved and newly painted. The receipt of four-and-a-half tons of sweet pea seed by A. T. Boddlngton this week affords some idea of the magnitude the sweet pea trade has reached. The Robertson place at Long Branch, N. J., will be run hereafter as a whole- sale producing jjlant. Adiantum and other greens will be a specialty. Leon- ard Long is the superintendent. GUT FLOWER BOXES Quality Right. Prompt Delivery Prieei Right Bangor Box Co., Bangor, Me. 518 HOKTICULTURF. October 9, 1909 $2.00-$4.00 per 100 All the best commercial varieties: Bruton, Jack Rose, Arabella, Sylvia, Lyndhurst, Jolin Walker, Kriemhilde and a good assortment of single varie- ties. CATTLEYAS $6.00 per dozen. Business hours: $40. OO per lOO 7. A. M. to 8 P. M. LEO Ni£SS£U CO. 1209 Arch Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. nllllllillllillllllllllllllillllllllllllllillllllllllllllllllllllllllllillllllr: HOERBER BROS. 51 Wabash Ave. GHtOAGO, ILL. Long Distance Phone Randolph 2758 Cut Flowers ALWAYS GOOD, FRESH STOCK Telegraph, Telephone or Bring in Your Orders WE GROW OUR OWN FLOWERS. Roses and Carnations Our Specialty CARNATIONS All Colors— Good Quality W.E.McKISSiCK&BROS., 1619-1621 Ranstead St., Philadelphia Wholesale Florists ^ / \ f CUT FLOWER BOXES EDWARDS FOI.DING BOX CO FMANUFACTURERS PHILADELPHIA, ''PA. -< \ . ' ^ ' ^ ^ CHAS. W. McKELLAR 51 WABASH AVE., CHICAGO Western Headquarters for Choice Orchids Valley, Roses and all Cut Flowers PETER REINBERQ WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS 51 Wabash Av., Chicago, 111. Long Distance Phone, Central 6004 WINTERSON'S SEED STORE 45-47-49 Wabaih Ave., Chicago. Seedsmen, Plantsmen, Nurserymen Florists' Supplies "We ran supply evervthins used hy th« Florist, surrr.v catalog free. Cor- reapoudeiice solicited. POEHLMANN BROS. CO. 33-35-37 Randolph St., . CHICAGO CUT FLOWERS Greenhouses, - Morton Grove, IIL Rice BrotHers lis N. 6tli Street, niNNEAPOLlS, niNN. WHOLESALE FLORISTS and SUPPLIES CUT FLOWERS received twice daily, and can fill M«r orders to your satisfaction. A complete line of Mm&j Greens — WILD -SMILAX, BOXWOOD, ■ARbV FANCY FERNS, GALAX LEAVES. Wrilc for quotations on large quantities. In ordering goods please add "I saw Ml In HORTICULTURE." WELCH BROS. AMERICAN BEAUTY, KILLARNEY, RICHHOND, HARYLAND AND ALLTHE SUPERIOR ROSES, LILY OF THE VALLEY, CARNATIONS, ORCHIDS :^b;st i»Beoi>ucE5i:» 226 Devonshire Street, Boston, Mass. WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKETS— ^«'''« """^^WS'Bit^Bs only CflKAGO Oct. 5 I Twiji axiss I I Oct. 4 I FHILA. Oct. 4 KO9T0S Oct. 7 Am. Beauty, Fancy a ad Special* .• 120.00 ' ' Extra ...15 00 " No. I I12.00 " Lower grades 1 5.00 B»We,'Maid, Chatenay, F. & S..-. 5.00 *' " Lower grades 3.00 KiMarney, Fan. & Sp " Lower grades Richmond, Fancy & Special.. " Lower grades .... My Maryland, Kaiserin 5.00 3.00 5.00 3.00 3-00 GAJ9NATtONS a.c MfSCCLLANEOUS Chrysanthemums iS-Oo Gladioli ! Asters I .^o Violets j CattlBya£ 40.00 L4M« 12.00 Lily of the Valley I 3.00 Mignonette | Gardenias Adlaotmn .75 Smllax 15.00 Aspara^s Plumosus, strings (100)40.00 *' " & Spren. (toobchs.jiao.oo 25.00 20.00 15.00 10.00 8.00 5-oc 8.00 5.00 19. 00 5.00 10.00 to 25.00 to to 1.50 to to 60.00 to 15.00 to 4. CO I, CO so .00 60 00 30.00 25.00 15.00 10.00 6.00 6.00 3.00 6.00 3.00 6. CO 3.00 S.co 15.00 2.00 1. 00 40.00 la.oo 3.00 .50 20.00 •75 10.00 3500 25-00 350c 25.00 15.00 10.00 8.00 6.00 to 8. 00 6.00 8.00 6.00 8.C0 20.00 5.00 3.00 50.00 15.00 4.00 1. 00 25.00 1. 00 i5-t>o 50.00 3500 17.00 15.00 10. QO 6.00 5.CO 3.00 6.00 3.00 6.00 3. CO 8.00 15.00 to 20.00 17.00 15.00 8.0c 6.00 8.00 5.00 8.00 12 50 3 00 35.00 3.00 to tc 35.00 to 15.00 25.00 25.00 50.00 5.00 20.00 50.00 50.00 iS.oo to 10.00 to 4.00 to 2.00 to 3.00 to .50 to 3.00 to .50 4.00 •50 .50 35.00 15*00 8.00 3.00 6.00 to to to 8.00 to i.oo to to .35 w 35.00 to 8.00 to a .00 to ■ 50 to 16.00 to ■ 75 10.00 ■5.00 15,00 to to 3. CO i6,< 4 c 5o.i 16.C Henry M. Robinson I. Margolis Chas. Robinson HENRY M. ROBINSON & CO. WHOLESALE COMMISSION DEALERS IN CUT FLOWERS- FLORISTS' SUPPLIES AND HARDY CUT EVERGREENS 15 PROVINCE ST., 9 CHAPMAN PLACE Long^Dlstance^Te-ephones BQSTON, MASS. FLORISTS' SUPPLIES Send for New Gataloguo H. Bayersdorfer & Go. 1129 ARCH ST., PHILADELPHIA. HARDY FERNS FIRST QUALITY GALAX Bronze and >'ow Crop Green. Send for Prices on Any o 3.00 7.00 3.00 7.00 3-00 4.00 3.00 4.00 35.00 lO.OD 13.00 8.00 8.00 5.00 8.00 5.00 6. CO 4.00 8 00 15.00 3.00 ■so 60. eo is.oo 3.00 I.oo ao.oo .50 40.00 25.00 25.00 4.00 1.50 70.00 15.00 4.0c 1.50 30.00 1.50 15.00 50.00 13.00 6.00 6.00 6,00 6.00 3 00 4.00 35.0* 15.00 10.00 4.00 8.00 4.00 10. «• 4.m 8.O0 S.oo 12.50 to so.oo u 4.00 to ■D 7S.OO 15.00 M 18 00 2.00 to 4.00 I.3S 13,50 35-' 30 00 1.50 15.00 50 « to 50.. to 50..0 35.00 to 50.00 520 HORTICULTURE October 9, 1909 FORD BROTHERS 48 West 28th Street NEW YORK H ROSES. FKY GMiTiS A Full Line of All CUT FLOWERS Telephone, 3870 or 38T1 Madison Square H. E. FROMENT Wholesale Commission Florist, Choice Cut Flowers, 57 West 28th St. :: NEW YORK Telephones : 2200, 2201 , Madison Square. Alfred H. Langjahr All choice cut-flowers in season. Send for quotations. Correspondence with shippers of first-class stock invited. 55 West 28th Street, New York Telephones 4626-1627 Madison Square Edward C. Horan Wholesale Florist 55 WEST 28th ST. T«'- \ttl Madison Square NCW YOrfc PHILIP F, KESSLER 55 & 5? W. 26th St., New York. GUT FLOWERS WHOLESALE .Open from 5 a. m. to 6 p. m. Sunday till 10 a. m. FINEST LILIES IN THE MARKET. Tel. 5243 and 2921 Madison Square. JOHN YOUNG WHOLESALE nORIST Finest American Beauties and Carnations 5 1 West 28 St. - NEW YORK FRANK MILLANG Wholesale Florist 55-57 West 26tli St., NEW YORK Shipments, any qnantitj, Whole- sale Market Bates. Greater Neiv YorK Florists' Association, Inc. Now Open for Gut Flower Consignments 162 Llvingrston Street, BROOKLYN, N. Y. Geo. W. Crawbuck Telephone Connection Manager 3642-43 Main Moore, Henfz & Nash Wholesale Commission Florists 55 and 57 West 26tli Street New York Telephone No. 756 Madison Square MILLANC BROS. WHOLESALE FLORISTS 41 West Twenty-Eighth Street •Phon.5 ^1** .nadlson Sq. NEW YORK I \ JOHN I. RAYNOR. Wholesale Commission Florist •larAeIt^crSwem" A lull line of Choice Cut Flower Stock for all purposes. Comprises every variety grown for New York market, at current prices TEL. 1998 HADisoN SQUARE 49 West 28th St., New York City 1 1£J Walter F. Sheridan Wholesale Commisgian Dealer in . CHOICE CUT FLOWERS 39 West 28th Str»tt, Mew York Telephone : 3532.3533 Madison Squar* HEADQUARTERS FOR NOVELTIES ORCHIDS A SPECIALTY THK HICHCST W A I I CTV ALWAYS GRADE or VMIakbl ON HAND GARDENIAS, DAISIES, ROSES AND CARNATIONS JAMES McMANUS,7j9«,d°8V42 W. 28th St.. New York NEW YORK QUOTATIONS PER 100. To Dealers Only ROSES AND CARNATIONS American Beauty, Fancy and Special Extra No. I *• *• Lower Grades Bride, Tlald, Golden Gate, Fancy and Special. " '* Lower Grades Klllarney, Fancy and Special ' * Lower Grades Richmond, Fancy and Special " Lower Grades Cfaatenay Hy riaryland C*mat1on5, Fancy ^nd Novelties... " Ordinary Last Half of Waek anding Oct 2 IDU!) 11. oo to 25.00 lO.OO to 12. 00 6.00 to 8.00 •5° to 2.00 3.00 to 5.00 •50 kO 2.00 3.00 to 6.00 ■ SO to 3.00 3.00 to 6.00 • 50 to 3.00 •JO to 6.00 .50 to 6.00 9.00 to 3.00 •50 to 1.50 First Half of WMk beginning Oct. 4 1909 15.00 to 10.00 to 6.00 to • 50 to 3.00 to .50 to 4.00 te .50 te 4.00 t« ,50 to .50 to .50 to a. 00 te .75 to a5.ee la.c* 8.«o a. 00 5-*« 2.00 tjom 3.00 6.0* 3.00 5.ao 6.e« j.eo i.5« Alexander J. Guttman THE WHOLESALE FLORIST OF NEW YORK 34 WEST 28tK STREET PHONES. 10G4 — 16&5 MADl.VON SOUAKE ENOUGH SAID CENTRALLY LOCATED, THE HUB OF THE FLOWER MARKET SECTION CHARLES MILLANG Wholesale Florist 55 & 57 W. 26 St., NEW YORK Telephone 7062 Madlaon 123 Wait 2«th St., Naw York Florists' Supplies We manufacture all our letal Designs, Baskets, Wire Wort ft NoTeltlis and are dealers in Olaiiwire Deoontive Greens and Fierltts' Requisltai WHOLESALE GROWERS' CUT FLOWER CO. T-.Xr VIOLETS, CARNATIONS, ROSES ORCHIDS, CHRYSANTHEMUMS, LILIES Consignments Solicited. Shipments to Order, any Distance 39 West 28th Street, '''''I'T Sfl^^:^,^?""' NEW YORK Durand & Marohn MANUFACTURERS OF All Kinds of Wire Work Florists' Wire Designs a Specialty 24 Beaver St., ALBANY, N.Y. WILLIAM H. KUEBLER Brooklyn's Foremost and Best WHOLESALE GOMIVIISSION HOUSE A First Class Market for all CUT FLOWERS 28 Willoughby St., Brooklyn, N. Y. Tel. 4591 Main Octolier 9, 1909 HORTICULTURE, 521 WHOLESALE FLORISTS 54 West 28th St. NEW YORK Telephone 3559 Madison Sq. A. L YOUNG & CO. RECEIVERS & SHIP- PERS OF CUT FLOWERS. CONSIQNMENTS SOLICITED. MICHIGAN CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE, Inc. WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS Consl^ments Solicited Bardy Fancy Fern Our Specialty 38-40 BROADWAY, DETROIT. MICH. B. S. SLINN, JR. VIOLETS Selling Agent for the Largest and Best Qrowers in the Hudson River District. 55and57West26tliSt.. New York City. THE KERVAN COMPANY Fresh Cut Evergreens, JViosses. Southern Stnliax, Galax and Leucothoe. Preserved and Fresh Cut. Cycas and Palmetto. Tel. lJ|^i!"»d.sq. 1 13 W. 28 St., New York. 48 W. 29th Street, New Yorli City Telephone No. 1757 Mad. Sq. FLORISTS' SUPPLIES GALAX, bronze and green, fresh crop, tl.OO, 1000; $7.50, 10,000. LEUCOTHOE PRAYS, 75c, 100. GREEN SHEET MOSS, $2.00 large bag. Wired Toothpicks Manufactured by W. J. COWEE. BERLIN, N. Y. t*ti— - t' '": 50,000. ...$7.50. SampU fna. For tale by dealers Flower Market Reports, {Continued from page 51Q) The local business bar- DETROIT ometer stood rather low last week and it may ■well be said that the supply of stock was still lower. It is nothing new, but an annual occurrence of shortage at this time with everybody wishing for some of those carnations which will go to waste when the glut is on next No- vember or March. Considering how certain we are of these ups and downs in supply, it seems odd that no remedy has been brought out for it. D. The present week is NEW YORK a refreshingly busy one with the whole- sale trade. It started out on Monday with a vigor which recalled old times and has continued the pace right along ever since. The removal of the out- door flowers from the arena has helped things amazingly and put new life into everybody. The price of lilies has doubled up and carnations would bring winter figures at once if the flowers received had anything like winter qual- ity. Chrysanthemums are noticeably increasing in quantity as well as qual- ity. The orchid pinch has been re- lieved by the incoming of Cactleya labiata, Dendrobium Phalaenopsis and Oncidium varioosura in quantity and the price of cattleyas has already been cut in two. Roses are improving in quality daily. Violets are also im- WILLIAM F.KASTING GO. WHOLESALE FLORISTS 383-387 Ellicott Street BUFFALO, - N. Y. SOUTHERN WILD SMILAX ISow ready In limited quantity. E. A. BEAVEN EVERGREEN, ALABAMA. BUY BOSTON FLOWERS N. F. McCarthy & co., S4 Hawley St. BOSTON'S BEST HOUSE GROWERS FOR NEW YORK MARKET Are 'nvited to call or write. I can dispose of your flowers for the coming season at top prices and guarantee prompt returns. Established 1887 Open 6 A. M Dally Tel. 167 Madison Sq. J. K. ALLEN 106 W. 28th St. New York NEW YORK QUOTATIONS PER 100. To Dealers Only Flrit IWf It f Mk b«gtfinlng Oct 4 IMS MISCELLANEOUS Cattleyas UHm Lily of the Valley Chrysanthemums Asters Gladioli. Qardenlas Adiaatum SaHai Asparagus Plumosus, strings " " & SpfCfi. (loo bclis). Last Half of Week ending Oct. 2 1909 40.00 to 50 00 4.00 to 6.00 1. 00 to 3-co 12 00 . to 15.00 •so to I.OC I. CO to 2,00 5 00 to 25,00 50 to ■ 75 8.00 to 1 3.00 20.00 to 30.00 12.00 to 20.00 35.00 8.00 I. CO 13. GO ■i° 1. 00 5.00 -50 8.00 ao.oo 12.00 to 40.00 3« 13.00 1.00 a. 00 35.00 ■ 75 la.o« 30.00 a«,oo proving and have taken their place as a regular daily item. Hudson-Fulton gaities did not do the flower business any good — hurt it, rather. The premium lists tor the 15th an- nual exhibit of the New Hampshire Horticultural Society which is to be held in the town hall building, Peter- boro. N. H., Oct. 27, 28 and 29, have been issued. Washington. — A general concensus of opinion among the trade is "noth- ing doing." although there has been not a little funeral work, there is no steady demand for flowers. The weather is ideal and that fact has de- layed the return to the city of the flower buyers. DO NOT BE FOOLED by imitations of the MEYER GREEN SILKALINE See that you get the original. For sale by all reliable houses. John C. Meyer & Co., ^Swei", and riass. Galax »"« Leucothoe Quality, Packing and Price All Right. Wholesale Only. Send for Quotations. J. L. BANNER, montezuma, KRrCK'rFLORlsT NOVELTIES JOHN Young's Hcdson-Fulton Window Artlet, George Hlldenbrand, Manufacturer and Patentee of the Per- fect Adjustable Pot Handle or Hanger, Perfect Adjustable Plant Stands ana the ■ riginal Genuine Immortelle Let- ters, etc. Every Letter Marked. 1164-66 Greene Av., Brooklyn, N.Y. For Sale by all Supply Houses Southern Wild Smilax Satisfaction Guaranteed Louisville Floral Co., Louisville, Ala, 522 horticulture: October 9, 190» Buyer's Directory and Ready Reference Guide Advertisements under this head, one cent a word. Initials count as words. Display advertisers in this Issue are also listed under this classification without charge. Refweuce to Lilst of Advertisers will indicate the respective pages. Buyers falling to find what they want in this list will confer a favor by wnMng us and we will try to put them in communication with reliable dealers. AOOOUIfTAMT R. J. Dysart, 28 State St., BoBton. For page see List of AdTertUera. ADIANTUMS Godfrey Aschmann. 1012 West Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of AdTertlserg. ARAVCARIAS A. Leuthy & Co., Perkins St. Nurserlee, RosUndale, Mass. For page see List of AdTertlsere. Godfrey Aschmann, 1012 West Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. " ASPARAGUS Asparagus plumosus from 2^4 inch pots, 12.50 per 100; J22.50 per 1060. Cash with order, please. Floral Hill Gardens, G. F. Kelpp, Prop., Chatham, N. J. Asparagus Plumosus Nanus, strong plants from 2^4 Inch pots, *2.50 per 100, }:22.00 per 1000. Ilenrv Schmidt, 408 Fulton St., Wee- hawken P. O., N. J. Asparagus plumosus, strong 2 and 3-ln.. $3.00 and $5.00 per 100. Sprengerl, extra heavy, 3 In., $5.00 per 100. Cash. Frank Sokol, College St., Worcester, Mass. BAMBOO OANES Tokohama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay Street, New York. Bamboo Sticks, Colored Green. For page see List of .Advertisers. BAT TREES. 2000 Bay and Box Trees In all sixes. Pyramid and Standards. Write for Hst. JoUuB Roehra. Rutherford. N. J. BEDDING PLANTS ▲. Leuthy & Co., Perking Bt. Nurseries, RosUndale, Mass. For page see List of Advertlaers. O. Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., Phila- delphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertteere. B. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., White Marsh, Maryland. For page see List of Advertisers. jTC. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. For page xee List of Advertisers. BEGONLAS Godfrey Aschmann. 1012 West Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertlgerg. Begonia Glolre de Lorraine, fine stock from 2^4 inch pots, $10.00 per 100. Henry Schmidt, 408 Fulton St., Weehawken P. O., N. J. Rex beponin, 2-111., strong, 3c. J. H. Danu & Son. Westflekl, N. Y. BOILERS BOILERS. "Burnham" Boilers made for greenhouse heating. Lord & Burnham, 1133 Broadway, N. Y. Kroeschell Bros. Co., 466 Erie St., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. BOOKS Pronunciation of Plant Names, sent for BO cents, postpaid, by HOBTICDLTDRH PDB. CO.. 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. Iris, Peony .ind Phlox Manuals. 25 cts. each In Stamps. C. S. Harrison, York, Nebraska. BOXDCTOOD TREES New England Nurseries, Inc., Bedford, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. BUILDING MATERIAL BUILDING MATERIAL of all descrip- tion for All Cypress, Semi-Iron, Iron Frame or Truss Houses. Hot Bed Sash and Frames. Lord & Burnhdm Co., 1133 Broad- way, N. Y. BTTLBS AND TUBERS Joseph Breck & Sons, 47-54 N. Market St., Boston. Dutch and French Bulbs. For page see List of Advertisers. J. M. Thorburn & Co., 33 Barclay St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. A. T. Iloddlngton, 342 W. 14th St., N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. RIckards Bros., .37^a8t 19th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. IL F. Mlcbell Co., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. T. J. Grey & Co., 32 and 33 So. Market St., Boston. Bermuda Lilies. For page see List of Advertisers. Yokohama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Ralph M. Ward & Co., 12 W. Broadway. New York. Lliy Bulbs, Horseshoe Brand. For page see List of Advertisers. Sehlegel & Fottler Co., 26 & 27 S. Market St.. Boston. French and Dutch Bulbs. For page see List of Advertisers. CARNATIONS P. Dorner & Sons Co., Lafayette, Ind. Carnations for Immediate Delivery. For page see List of Advertisers. Chicago Carnation Co., Jollet, III. Sangamo and Conquest. For page see List of Advertisers. S. 8. Pennock Meehan Co., Philadelphia. Field Grown Carnation Plants. For page see List of Advertisers. S. J. Renter & Son, Westerly, R. 1. Field Grown Carnations. For page see List of Advertisers Skidelsky & Irwin Co., 1215 Betz BIdg.. Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. Chas. H. Green, Spencer. Mass. Carnations Field Grown. For page see List of Advertisers. H. F. Littiefield, Worcester, Mass. Field Grown Plants. For page see List of Advertisers. Dingee & Conard Co., West Grove, Pa. New Seedling Carnations. For page see List of Advertisers. A. C. Brown, Springfield, III. Carnation Sangamo. For page see List of Advertl.sers. UNUSUALLY FINE STOCK. White Enchantress, $60 per lOTO; R. P. Enchantress, $50 per 1000. Satisfaction guaranteed. Cash, or C. O. D. A. J. Stabeiin, Uedford, Mich. Field-grown carnations, strong, healthy plants. B. Mariiet, Queen, Fair Maid and Lawson, $3,00 per 100. Cash, Frank Sokol. College St., Worcester. Mass, Carnation piant.s from field. Enchantress, Pink Lawson .ind White Lawson, extra fine, $3.00 and $4.00 per 100 for cash with order. M. J. Schaaf, Dansvllle, N. Y. Strong, healthy, field-grown P. Lawson, 5c. Albion D. Emerson, WestvUle, N. H. CARNATION SUPPORTS Elmer D. Smith & Co., Adrian, Mich. Double Arch Carnation Supports. For page see List of Advertisers. Pilisbury's Carnation Staple, 50c. per 1000, postpaid. I. L. Pillsbury, Gaiesburg, HI. CHRYSANTHEMUMS C. H. Totty, MadUon. N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Wood Bros., Fishkill, N. Y^^ Chrysanthemums Routed Cuttings. For page see List of Advertisers. Herrington's book on the Chrysantbe mum mailed to your address for SOc., by Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 Hamlltoo Place, Boston. Golden Glow chrysanthemums; stock plants; 12 for 7.5c., 25 for $1.25. 100 for $4.50. C. A. Shaffer & Co., Alexandria, Va. 25.000 stock plants Golden Glow, Octo- ber Frost, $25 per 1000. to clear benches. I. M. Rayner, Greenport, N. Y. Chrysanthemums, field clumps. Pompons, 4c.; singles, 8c. Hugo Kind, Hammon- ton, N. J. CONXFERfl John Waterer & Sons, Ltd., Amerlcaa Nursery, Bagsbot, Kng. For page see List of Advertisers. OUT FLOWER BOXES. Edwards Folding Box Co., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. WE PAY THE FREIGHT On Cut Flower Boxes. On all ot-ders for $15.00 or more received during October we will pay the freight east of the Mississippi. All orders west of the river, we pa.v to the river. Samples of stock and prices on re- quest. Climax Manvifacturing Co., Castor- land, N. Y. Dept. H. . Folding cut flower boxes, the best made. Write for list. Holton & Hunkel Co., Ull- waukee. Wis. _^ CINERARIAS Cinerarias, Z'A In., $5; 3 in., $8; 4 In., $12.50. Write for price list. Geo. A. Kuhl, Pekin, 111. CYCLAMEN Thomas Roland, Nahant, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Cvclamen, 214 In., $5.00; 3 in., $8.00; 4 In., '$20.00. Geo. A. Kuhl, Pekin. III. CYCAS PALM Elmer D. Smith & Co., Adrian. Mich. DAHLIAS Peacock Dahlia Farms, Wllllamstown Jane- tlon, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. R. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., White Manh, Md. For page see List of Advertlaers. Herbert, Atco.^. T For page see List of Advertisers. Wllmore's Dahlia Manual will be mallei for twenty-flve cents by HORTICULTDEB PUBLISHING COMPANY, 11 Hamlltem Place, Boston. DAISIES Queen Alexandra Daisies, rooted cuttings, .$1.00 per 100. Shasta Daisv Alaska, large field clumps. 8c. O. C. Day, 27 High St., Hudson, Mass. For List of Advertisers See Page 527 October 9, 1909 HORTICULTURE 523 DECORATIVE FI.ANTS A. Leutby & Co., FerklDS St., Nurseries. Rosllndale, Mass. Imported FlaDts for Fall Delivery. For page see List of Advertisers. Godfrey AscbmanD, 1012 W. Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Ueacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. The Geo. Wittbold Co., 1657 Buckingham Place, Chicago, 111. For page see List of Advertisers. Kobert Craig Co., Market and 49th Sts., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. John Scott, Brooklyn, N. Y. For page ace List of AdvertlBerB. EVERGREENS New England Nurseries, Bedford, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Bobbink & Atkins, Kutberford, N. J. For page see List of Advertlgera. FEHJfS A. Leuthy & Co., Rosllndale, Mnsi. For page see List of Advertisers. U. H. Barrows & Son, Whitman, Masa Nephrolepis Magnlflca. For page see List of Advertisers. John Scott, Brooklyn, nT"!. For page see List of Advertisers. Frank Oechslin, 4911 Quiucy ftieet, Chicago. Ferns for Dishes. For page see List of Advertisers. Tke Geo. Wittbold Co., 1657 Backlngham Place, Chicago, III. For page see List of AdYertlsera. Godfrey Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., I-hlladelphla. For page see List of Advertisers. The F. R^ Plerson Co., Tarrytown-on- Hudson, N. Y. Nephrolepis Elegantlsslma Compacta. For page see List of Advertisers. Anderson's terns for In and oatdoors. Largest commercial collection In the coan- try. Ask for descriptive catalogue. J. F. Anderson, Fern Specialist, Short Hlllg. N. J. Whltmanl ferns; Runners, $2 per 100; 6 in., $5 per doz.; 7 In. and 8 In,, 75c. and $1 each. Cash with order. Edw. G. Davis, Shawmut Ave., New Bedford, Mass. FERTII.IZERS German Kail Works, 93 Nassau St., New York, N. Y. Potash. Wm. Biliott & Sons, 42 Vesey St., New York. Thompson's Manures. FXORISTS' LETTERS. Boston Florist Letter Co., 66 Pearl St., Boston, Mass. For page see List of AdTertigera. W. C. Krlck, 1164-66 Greene Ave., Brook- lyn, N. Y. Immortelle Letters. For page see List of Advertisers. FLORISTS SUPPLIES N. F. McCarthy & Co., 84 Hawiey St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. H. M. Robinson & Co., 15 Province St. and 9 Chapman Place, Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Reed & Keller, 122 W. 25th" St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. H. Bayersdorfer & Co., 1129 Arch St., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. Rosens, 48 West 29th St., New York City. For page see List of Advertisers. FLO^VER POTS W. H. Ernest. 28th and M Sts., Washington, D. C. For page see List of Advertlgera. A. H. Hews & Co., Cambridge, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Hliflnger Bros.. Ft. Edward. N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. The Peters & Reed Pottery Co., Red Pots, Seed Pans, etc. Znnesville. O. Syracuse Pottery Co.. Syracuse, N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. FREE SI AS Schlegel & Fottler, 26 & 27 So. Market St., Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. FRUIT TREES Dw.irf Frnlt Trees, by F. A. Waagh, mailed to your address tor 55 cents by Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. OALAX Michigan Cut Flower Co., 38 and 40 Broad way, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. Bice Bros.. 115 N. 6th St., Mlnneapbui; Minn. For page see List of Advertlgera. GREEN GALAXl Fresh from patch, ready for shipment. Medium size, 4Uc. 1000; large size, 45c. 1000. Cash with order. B. H. Thompson, R. F. D. 1. DobsoD, N. C. J. L. Banner, Montezuma, N. C. Galax and Leucothoe. For page see List of Advertisers. GALAX LEAVES Green gaiax, new crop, fresh from the woods, 5Uc. per lOOO; .14.00 per case of 10,000. Dagger ferns, 75c. 1000. The kind .vou want. Cash with order. Woodruff & Son, Lowgap, N. C. GERANIUMS R. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. For page see List of Advertlsera. Geraniums, Nutt, $12.50 per 1000; RIcard, Poitevlne, $15. A. M. Herr, Lancaster, Pa. Geranium — Rooted cuttings S. A. Nutt and Beaute Poitevlne, $1.25 per 100; $10.00 per lOOO. October and November delivery. Fine stock. Write for prices on large quantities. See vlnca ad. A. L. Munk, Mt. Gilead, O. GLASS Boston Plate & Window Glass C*., Boston. For page see List of Advertlserg. Standard Plate Glass Co., 26-30 Sndbaiy St., Boston. For page see List of Advertlserg. Foley Mfg. Co.. Western Ave., betweCB 25th & 26th Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertlgers. Sharp, Partridge & Co., 22d & Lumber Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertlgera. Parghelsky Bros., Inc., 59 Montrose Aye., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertlgerg. Metropolitan Material Co., 1.S92-1402 Metr*- polltan Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. Greenhouse glass, lowest prices. John- ston Glass Co^^Hartford City, Ind. Glass. High Grade, Double Thick Green- house Glass. Lord & Bumham, 1133 Broad- way, N. Y. GLAZING POINTS H. A. Dreer. Philadelphia. Pa. Peerless Glazing Point. For page see List of Advertlgera. GliAZING POINTS, Lord & Burnbam. .>crt Craig Co., Market and 48th Its. Philadelphia. Pa. Fof page ae* List of Advertl»«i». P. Onwerkerk, P. O. No. 1, Hoboken, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Dliigee * Conard Co., West Grove, Pa. Novelties in Roses. For page see List of Advertisera. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, lU. For page see List of Advertlaera. A. N. Plerson, Cromwell, C>»nn. White Klllamey, My Maryland, Bambi»r». W. & T. Smith Co., Geneva, N. Y. American Grown Kosee. For page see List of Advertisers. The Rose, by H. B. Ellwanger; mailed for $1.80 by Horticulture, IJ Hamilton Place, Boston. Band Book of Cultural Notes on Beeca Coder Glass, by F. P. Brlgham. mailed t« Kor address for 25c., by Horticulture Puk- htng Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. SEED ORCWERS Hjaimar Hartmann & Co. Cauliflower and Cabbage Seed. Langangstraede 20, Copenhagen, Denmark. For page see List of Advertisers. C. C. Morse & Co., 48-56 Jackson St., San Francisco, Cal. For page see List of Advertiserg. A. J. Pleters, Seed Grower, Holllster, Cal. For page see List of Advertisers. SEEDS T. J. Grey Co., 32 So. Market St., Boston. For page see List of Advertiserg. Joseph Hreck & Sons, 51 and n2 N. Market St., Boston, Maai. For page see List of Advertisera. W. Atlee Burpee Ac Co., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. Arthur T. Boddington, 342 W. 14th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Blckards B ros. , 37 E. 19th St., New York. For page tee List of Advertisers. R. * J. Fargubar & Co., 6-7 So. Market St., Boston. Giant Cyclamen Seed. For page see List of Advertiserg. H. F. Mlchell Co., 1018 Market St., Pblla. For page see List of Advertisers. i. U. Thorburn & Co., 33 Barclay St., N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Leonard Seed Co., Chicago, 111. Beans, Peas, Sweet Corn, Onion. For page see List of Advertisers. Bchlegel & Fottler Co.. 26 & 27 So. Market St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. B. F. Wlnterson Co., Chlca^ Beeda for I'lantsmen, Nurserymen, Seeds- men. For page see List of Advertisers. A. C. Zvolanek. Round Brook, N. J. Winter Flowering Sweet Peag. For page see List of Advertiserg. C. C. Morse & Co., 48-56 Jackson St., San Francisco, Cal. For page see List of Advertisers. 0. V. Zangen, Hoboken, N. J. Giant Cyclamen Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. SEEDS — Continned Holmes Seed Co., Harrisburg, Pa. Green Prolific Pole Lima Bean: Delicious Early Sweet Corn. For page see List of Advertisers. H. B. Fiske Seed Co., Boston. Cyclamen Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. SHRUBS The George WIttboId Co., 1657 Buckingham Place, Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. SILKALINE John C. Meyer & Co., Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertiserg SBIZI.AX Smilax, 2^4-in.. $1.50 per 100. Cash with order. L. Menand, Albany, N. Y. SPHAGNUM MOSS Live Sphagnum moss, orchid peat and orchid baskets always on hand. Lager ft Hnrrell, Summit, N. J. SPRAYERS Chas. J. Jager Co.. Boston. Demlng Spray Pump. For page see List of Advertisers. B. H. Hunt, 76-78 Wabash Av., Chicago, 111. New Chicago Sprayer. For page see List of Advertisers. STANDARD THERMOSTAT Standard Thermometer Co., 65 Lester St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. STEVIA Stevia, 2 in., 2 cts. Double Alyssum, 2 In., 2 cts. Cash with order. O. C. Day, Hudson, Mass. SULFUR BURNER Benj. Dorrance, Dorranceton, Pa. SIVEET PEAS A. C. Zvolanek. Bound Brook, N. J. Winter Flowering. For page see Li.'it of Advertisers. VEGETABIf PL&NTS R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. For page see List of Advertisers. VKHTIXATING APPARATUS Plerson D-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., betweea 25th & 26th Sts., Chicago. The Advance Co., Richmond, Ind. For page see List of Advertisers. Quaker City Machine Co., Richmond, Ind. 20th Century Ventilating Arm. For page see List of Advertisers. VENTILATING MACHINERY, New Model encased, self-oiling gear; Standard Model Open Gear. Lord & Burnham, 1188 Broadway, N Y. VINCAS VInca Major Variegata and Vinca Major, fine clumps, large, $4.00 per 100. See Gera- nlum ad. A. L. Hunk. Mt. Gllead, O. VIOI,ETS. Charles H. Green. Spencer. Mass. Violets Field Grown. For page see List of Advertisers. J. C. Schmidt. Bristol, Pa. 'WXLD SMIIiAX E. A. Beaven, Evergreen. Ala. Southern Wild Smilax. For page see List of Advertisers. Louisville Floral Co., Louisville, Ala. Southern Wild Smilax. For page see List of Advertisers. IXriRED TOOTHPICKS W. J. Cowee, Berlin, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. WI&EWOBK Reed Sc Keller, 122 W. 26th St., N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Durand & Marohn, Albany, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Wirework. Write for our catalogue. Holton & Hnnkel Co., Mllwankee, Wis. William E. Heilscher'a Wire Works, 88-40 Broadway, Detroit, Midi. Wirework — Compare our prices with others. Scranton Florist Supply Co., 101 N. 7th St., Scranton, Pa. IVHOIfSATE FTORISTI Baataa N. F. McCarthy i Co., 84 Hawley 81., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. H. M. Robinson * Co.. 15 Province H. and 9 Chapman PI., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Welct Bros., 226 Devonshire St., BcsteB. For page see List of Advertisers. Buffalo. N. Y. WUllam F. Kasting Co., 383-87 HUllcott flt, Buffalo, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Chleago Chas. W. McKeller, 51 Wabash At*., Chicago. For page see List of Advertiserg. Peter Relnberg, 51 Wabash Ave., Chlcaco. For page see List of Advertisers. B. F. Wlnterson Co., 45-49 Wabash Ava., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, UL For page see List of Advertiserg. Hoerber Bros., Atlas Block, 51 Wabash Ava., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Crom-well, Conn. A. N. Plerson, Cromwell, Coon. For page see List of Advertiserg, Detroit Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, 38 and 41 Broadway, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. Minneapolis Rice Bros., 115 N. 6th St., Minneapolis Minn. For page see List of Advertisers. Xaw Tork Ford Bros., 48 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. H. B. Froment, 67 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Alex. J. Guttmau, 34 W. 28th St., N«w York. For page see List of Advertisers. B. C. Horao, 65 W. 2Sth St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. A. H. Langjahr, 85 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertiserg. Jameg McManus, 42 W. 28th St., New Yo*k. For page see List of Advertisers. John I. Raynor, 49 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. W. F. Sheridan, 39 W. 28th St., New Yortl For page see List of Advertisers. Moore, Hentz & Nash, 55 and 67 W. Mtfe St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Wm. H: Kuebler, 28 .Wllloughby 8*^ Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. MUlang Bros., 41 W. 28th St., New York. For page sec List of Advertiserg. John Young. 51 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Greater New York BnorisU" AssoclatlOB. 162 Livingston St., Brooklyn, N. T. For page gee List of Advertisers. Advertisers 526 HORTICULTURE. October 9, 1909 WHOI.ESAXE XXORISTS— New York — Continued Frank Mlllang, 55-57 W. aeth St., N« York. For page see List of Advertisers. PblUp F. Kcssler, 55 & 67 W. 26tli Bt, New York. For page see List of Adyertlsera. A. L. Yonii« & Co., 54 W. 28tli St., N. T. For page see List of Adyertlsera. Growers' Cut Flower Co., 39 W. 28th St., Now York. For page see List of Advertisers. J. K. Allea, lOfi W. 2Stli St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Charles Mlllang, 55 and 67 West 26th St., New York. For page see List of Advertlaera. B. S. Sllnn, Jr., 55-57 W. 26th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. PhUadelphla W. E. McKlsslck & Bros., 1619-1621 Bao- ste.td St., PhUadelphla, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Leo Nlesaen Co., 1209 Arch St., PhUadel- phla, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. The S. S. Pennock-Meehan Co., 160e-U Ludlow St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. New Offers in This Issue. AUCTION YOUR SURPLUS. Wdi. Elliott & Sons. 42 Vesey St., New York. For page see List of Ailvei-tisers- CARNATIONS. M. J. Schaarf, Dansville, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. CUT FLOWER BOXES. Bangor Box Co.," Bangor, Me. For page see List of Advertisers. CHOICE SHAPELY EVERGREENS, PEONIES, ETC. Bobbink & Atldns. Kntherford, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. FLORICULTURE. Home Correspondence Scliool, Springfield, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. FIELD GROWN ROSES FOR FORC- ING. ]Vt. II. Walsli. Woods Hole. Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. HARDY PERENNIAL SEEDLINGS. Palisades Nurseries. Sparliill. N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. HARDY PERENNIAL PHLOXES. Henry A. Drccr. 714 Chestnut St.. Phila. For page see I.,ist of Advertisers. HARDY FERNS: GALAX. N. F. McCarthy & Co., 84 Hawley St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. HARDY PERENNIALS. Old Town Nurseries. Sf>. Natick, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. LILACS: TREES, SHRUBS, HARDY PLANTS. Ellwangcr & Harry, Rochester, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. MAY-FLOWERING TULIPS. A. T. Boddington, 342 W. 14th St.. New York. For page see List of Advertisers. MAKE THE FARM PAY. Home CorrespondcMKc Sclioi'l, Springfield, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. MUSHROOM SPAWN: CHINESE SACRED LILY BULBS. H. F. Micliell Co., Philadelptiia. For page see List of Advertisers. NORWAY SPRUCE, HEMLOCK, ARBOR VITAE, PINES. F. E. r.uiino .Nursery i.'o., Stratfr^rd, Cnnn. For page see Li.st of Advertisers N E W OF FER S- Continued NURSERY STOCK FOR FALL PLANTING. American Nursery Co., 150 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. ORCHIDS IN BLOOM: LORRAINE BEGONIAS: EVERGREENS; CELOSIAS. Julius Roehrs Co., Rutherford, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. ORCHIDS: SPECIAL CLEARANCE SALE. Lager &- Hun-ell, Summit, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. PALMS: FERNS. A. N. Pierson. Cromwell, Conn. For page see List of Advertisers. PANSY PLANTS. Aug. ZirngieV)eI. S. Norwich, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. PALMS: DECORATIVE PLANTS. .Joseph lieacock. ^Vyncote. Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. RUSTIC VINES, BRANCHES, BARK, ETC. Mapes Rustic Works. Clayton. N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. SWEET PEAS, BEST THREE NEW SPENCERS FOR 1910. W. Atlee nurpH.- >>c i;,,, riiiladelpbla. For page see List of Advertisers^ TREATISE ON MUSHROOMS. Wm. Elliott & Sons. 42 Vesey St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. TOBACCO POWDER. H. A. Stoolbotf Co.. Mt. Vcnion, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. AN INSECT FRIEND. An insect, slightly resembling tlie dragon fly, was received at tlie Divis- ion of Zoology of ttie Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture by State Zoologist Surface, accompanied by a letter liaving tlie name attaclied of a prominent Luzerne county physician, who wrote: "The enclosed specimen is highly destructive to my maple shade trees. Kindly inform me what to do." The specimen proved to be a Tha- lessa, which State Zoologist Surface pronounced "a destroyer of other in- sects, and, especially, of some of the worst enemies of trees." In this re- spect it is like the lady bug, which feeds upon the San Jose scale. The Thalessa has long antennae and a tail composed of three black hairs, like those of a horse's tail, each about three inches long. These form a long tube which it inserts in the holes made in trees by borers, and having encountered a borer it deposits its eggs in or near it. These eggs devel- op larvae which teed upon the borer and destroy it. Owners of fruit and shade trees, instead of destroying the Thalessa. should protect and preserve this useful insect. NEW ORLEANS NOTES. A storm of unusual violence, which started about midnight of the 19th of September and continued with increas- ing force for twenty-four hours, swept over this cily and left wreck and ruin in its wake, liusiness was paralyzed for quite a while, and the florists were badly hit. A great many chrysanthe- mums are grown in the open here spe- cially for All Saints' Day, November 1st, and in nearly every case these were blown down and badly damaged. Several gieenhouses of olden type were completely demolished. Lath sheds are the favorite structures for summering palms and the one on C. W. Bichling's place went down before the storm and almost completely ruined his decora- tive stock. A couple of sheds at J. A. Newsham's and the roof of a ware- house were also swept away, but no plants were damaged. The Metalrie Ridge Nursery Co. had about 500 lights blown out, but here also all plants practically escaped damage. The worst wreck of all was at Horticultural Hall in Audubon Park, where a whole sec- tion of about 300 feet, foundations and all was toppled over, completely de- stroying the plants underneath. This was a relic of the Exposition of 1885 and was one of the show places in town. It will probably be rebuilt. A table of Cattleya P.owringiana at Newsham's is a glorious sight at pres- ent, bud and bloom rioting in profu- sion. This cattleya does not seem to take in the northern markets, being one of the smaller flowered ones, but its bright cheerful color and rare beau- ty ought to triumph over mere size. A feeling tht we ought soon to en- tertain the S. A. F. and O. H. here at their annual convention is springing up, and while the idea has not quite crystallized yet, it will soon do so. This city is an ideal convention one, even in the month of August and much good would result to, as well as from, the moUier society in a visit here. OBITUARY. B. Hasselbring Viernard Hasselbiing. florist of Flint, Mich., died on September 25, after but a few hours' illness. Mr. Hasselbring was born in Germany in 1S41, came to this country in 1&T2 and located in Saginaw: in 1877 rented the green- houses at r'lint, which later he pur- chased. A widow, four sons and a daughter survive him. James Dennis James Dennis died on September 16 at the Rhode Island Hospital, at the age of 73. He run the greenhouses at the rear of ol2A Pawtucket avenue, E. Providence, for a number of years. He leaves a widow and a daughter. George Lambert George Lambert, florist of Atlanta, Ga., was found dead at his boarding place on the morning of September 28. Little Ads Bring Big Returns Little ads in our Classified Columns bring big returns to both advertiser and purchaser. Anything that can be sold to florists, gardeners, park and cemetery superin- tendents, etc.. can be sold through this medium in this department, and at very small cost. Don't fail to read them each issue, for you will find one or more that will prove profitable to you. I They Cost Only One I Cent a Word Undisplayed I October 9, 1909 HORTICULTURi: o27 List of Advertisers Page Advance, The Co- • • -531 AUenJ.K 311 American Nursery (Eng.)-; 494 American Nursery C0507 American Woodenware M'i'g Co S30 Aachniann Godtrey.. -soy Bangor Box Co 517 Banner J. L. 521 liarrows H.H. ol Sou.^gt} Qayersdorfer H.& Co. 518 Beaven E, A 52 1 Bobbink & Atkins, ... 494 Boddington a. i'..--.si5 tfosiun rionst letter Co 317 Boiton Plate and Win- dow Glass Co 330 Bowc M 516 tfreck Joseph & Sons 514 Breitmeyer^s J. Sons- 516 Bridgcman's Seed Warehouse 515 Brown A. C 495 Bwpee W. A. & Co 509-515 Burr C. R, & Co 404 Cwrlllo & Baldwin . 496 Chicago Carnation Co 495 Clarke's David, Sons, 510 Ceaa J. J 530 Cooine Nursery Co. . 510 Cowee W. J 521 Craig, Robt.Co 507 CkBwbuck Geo.W 510 Danker F. A 5r6 Ding«e& Conard Co. 495 Doane, Geo. B 531 Dorner l"'. Sons & Co. 49 5 Dow Geo. E 515 Oreer H. A 511-530 Dmilop John H ..,.516 Dorand & Marohn. . . 5 10 Djsart, R.J 514 Kdwards Folding Box Co 518 HUotlWm &Sons 508-514 Ellwanger & Barry... 507 ■aler J. G 53r Ernest W. H 530 ■yres 516 ?arquhar R.& J. & Co. 515 Fisher David, Est. of. 507 Fiske H. E. Seed Co. 515 Foley Mfg. Co 531 Ford Bros 520 Froment H.E 520 Galvln Thos. F 517 Groter N.Y. Flocisu' Ajfociation 520 Green Chas ... .495 Grey T. J. Co 515 Growers* Cut Flower Co 530 Gnde Bros. Co 516 Outtman Alex . J 330 Hail Asso. 531 H -rtmann Hjahnar & Co 5,4 Hauswirth the Florist 516 Heacockjos. Co ....510 Herbert 310 ilews A. H- & Co 530 Hflfinger Bros 530 HUl.TheE.G.Co -.495 Hltchlngs&Co 533 Hoerber Bros 518 Hoffman 516 Holmes Seed Co 514 Home Correspondence Schools 528-530 Horan E. C 520 Hunt A- E. &Co 495 Hunt Bros 493 Hunt E. H 539 Jacobs S. J. ii Sons. .331 Jager, Chas. J. Co. .. 529 RastlneW. F. Co. .-.321 Kentucky Tobacco Product Co 529 Kervan Co .511 Kessler P. F 520 King Cons. Co 511 KrickW. C 531 Krocschell Bros. Co. .531 Kuebler Wm H- ■ 330 Lager & Hurrell 496 Langjahr. Alfred H. . - 320 Leeslcy Bros 494 Leonard Seed Co 515 Leathv A. & Co 507 Littlefield H. F 495 Lord & Burnham Co- 532 Louisville Floral Co -331 Low Stuart & Co 4g6 Page MacMulkin E 516 Mapes Rustic \V0rks-517 McCarthyN. F.&C0.531 jlcConnell Alex 516 XcKeUar Charles W. 318 McKenna P. & Sons. .516 AlcKlssIck, W. E. & Bros 518 McManmon J. J 507 iVl{:ManusJas 3*0 Meyer J. C & Co 521 MichellH.F. C0.----513 Michigan Cut Flower Exchange 531 Millang Bros 330 Millang Charles 520 Millang Frank 320 Miller E. S 510 Moninger J. C 531 Moore, Hentz & Nash 510 Morse C. C. &Co 515 Murray Samuel 51& New Eng. Nurseries-494 Niessen Leo. Co 518 Oechslin Frank 496 Old Town Nurseries.. 494 Ordonez Bros 49^ Ouwerkerk P 494 Palethorpc P. R. Co. . 539 Pallisades Nurseries. .307 Palmer W. J. & Son.. 516 Park Floral Co 316 Parshelsky Bros 330 Peacock DahliaFarms 507 Pennock-Meehan Co. 519 Perkins St. Nurseries. 507 Pierce, F. O. Co. .. .531 Pierson, A. N. , Inc. . 5C7 Plerson F.R. Co 496 Pierson U Bar Co 532 Pieters A. J 514 Poehlmann Bros. Co.. 518 Pratt B G. Co 339 Pulverized Manure C0523 Quaker City Mach. C0531 Raynor John 1 520 Reed& Keller 521 Relnberg Peter 518 Renter S. J. &Son,Inc.495 Rice Bros 318 Rickards Bros 515 Robinson H.M.& Co. 518 Rock Wm. L. Flo.Co. 516 Roehrs Julius Co. 496-307 510 Roland, Thomas . . • 496 Rolker August &Sons530 Rosens 521 Sander & Son 496 SchaBM. J 495 Schlegel & Fottlcr C0.51S Schmidt J. C 510 Schulz Jacob 516 Scott , John 496 Sharp,Partridge & Co 530 Sheridan W. F 530 Siggers & Siggers 531 Skidelsky & Irwin... .493 Slinn B. S., Jr 521 Smith Elmer D. & C0.495 Smith W. &T. Co .-.494 Smyth Wm. J 516 Standard Plate Glass Co 530 Standard Thermometer Co 531 Steams A.T. Lumber Co 531 Stoothoff H. A 529 Stumpp & Walter Co. 339 Sunnyfield NurseryCo5C7 Syracuse Pottery Co . 530 Tailby 517 Talmadge Geo. E 308 I'norburn J.M. & Co. 314 Totty Chas. H 507 Valentine, J. A ji6 Vincent R. Jr. & Sons, 495-5>4 Walsh M. H 494 Wants, For Sale. etc. .537 Ward R.M.8i;Co....5i4 Waterer John& Sons. 494 Welch Bros 518 Wild Gilbert H 5»7 WittboldGeo. C0....507 Wilson 316 Wimerson.E. F. C0..J18 Wood Bros 495 Yokohama Nurseries. 5r4 Young A. L 531 Votsig lohn $20 Young & Nugent 516 Zangen O. V 515 Zion lulius A 517 Ziingiebel A 5to| Zvolanek A.C 515 RAILROAD GARDENING. An excellent and practical paper on the comparative value of hardy peren- nial and tender plants in railroad gar- dening was read at the annual con- vention of the Railroad Gardeners' As- sociation at Philadelphia by Patrick Foy, gardener for the Norfolk and Western R. R., Roanoke, Va. Mr. Foy advocated the use of hardy plants as almost a necessity, from the fact that in the past twenty years railroad mileage has so increased, and property adjacent thereto has been so improved that were these grounds to depend on their plants for their adornment a great deal of it would be allowed to remain unadorned. He called attention to the fact that some of the most beautiful plants and shrubs that grow most luxuriantly in the southern states will not thrive in the northern states nor in the great northwest, so the fellow whose lot is cast in Pennsylvania, Massachusetts or New York, or out in some of the north-western states is deprived of the enjoyment of having in his collec- tion the majestic Magnolia grandi- tlora, the beautiful Crepe Myrtle and the sweet scented Cape Jasmine, and the grandest of all climbing roses, the Marechal Xiel rose, and many other things which are at the disposal of the gardener in a more favored clime. He recommended the planting with hardy decorative plants all station grounds away from headquarters and of less importance, and that pi'ominent cen- ters by all means be planted with both tender and hardy plants. KANSAS CITY'S PARK SYSTEM. Under the provisions of the law which permits this city to issue $150,- 000 in bonds for the acquisition of land tor public parks, the park commission- ers have just issued $45,000 worth of bonds. Out of the proceeds, land is to be purchased or condemned for arti- ficial lakes, sunken gardens and a parkway from Washington boulevard and Tenth street to Tauromee avenue and Eleventh street. In addition, two playgrounds and a small park are to be provided. In the development of Kansas City, the board of park commissioners are giving attention to a system of boule- vards. Engineers are now laying out a clifl: drive to follow the Kaw river bluffs; extensions of the boulevards in the heart of the city also are pro- posed. In addition to the permission to bor- row $150,000 for the acquisition' of lands, the municipal authorities can levy a one-half mill assessment for the maintenance and improvement of the park system. This amounts to $35,000 a year. Much of the land taken for park pur- poses is low priced property, and the municipality is saving money by pur- chasing the ground at present. George E. Kessler, who designed the park and boulevard system of Kansas City, Mis- souri, is supervising the work here. One of the active promoters of the im- provement is The Mercantile Club, which is one of the affiliated organiza- tions of the American Civic Associa- tion. Cornus florida in the Boston parks is loaded with brilliant fruit this year. The coral beriies in association with iHiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiim I WANTS, FOR SALE, ETC. | S Advertisements in this column one 3 S cent a word. Initiab count as words. S S Cash w^ith order. All correspondence S = addressed "care HORTICUL- = = TURE " should be sent to J I Ham- S S ilton Place, Boston. S fhiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiim HELP WANTED HORTICULTURE needs a wide- awake representative In every town In the land. Good commission paid on advertising and subscriptions. If you are ambitious, write for terms. WANTED— Buyers and agents to sell our cement block and fence post macblD- ery. Send for circtjlars and prices. Ad- dress W. L. Keller Cement Block Machine Co., Kearney, Neb. WANTED — Young man as decorator and designer; good salesman; must be thorough- ly exoerienced for retail store trade; state refereccea and salary expected. Fred C. Weber, 4S26 Olive St., St. Louis, Mo. SITUATIONS WANTED SITUATION WANTED— By a gardener and orchid grower; thoroughly experienced, able and willing to work up a collection with any lady or gentleman requiring his services: good experience in greenhouse plants, vegetables and lawn; married; mid- dle age; best of references. Address Gar- dener, 13ox 114, Secaucus, N. J. WANTED — Young man, single, with ex- perience in growing ferns, orchids, sweet peas, etc. Commercial. $55 a month. Ad- dress J. 28, care HORTICULTURE. FOR SALE MUST SELL AT ONCE Two greenhouses (16x61, 25x152) cost $2300; dwelling house, cost $2800; two-story bam, cost $500; elevated tank, cost $250; chicken house. $100; 3% acres land — right on the pike worth easy $300 an acre — say $1050; a total of $7000. All new. built a year ago, and run successfully by party who has had to go away tor his health. Will sell for $6000. and give easy terms — say part cash and part on mortgage. Mt. Ephraim I'ike, 6 m. from Camden. N. J. A. B. McGuffey, care Horticulture, 9th and Market Sts.. Philadelphia. FOR SALE — Collection of over 400 va- rieties of pressed, wild growing Flowers and Plants. Classified and with botanical names attached. Gathered in the years of 1861-1862. Very well preserved. Valuable for botanical studies or tor collectors of curiosities. Address Nielsen, 104 Salem St., Portland, Maine. FOR SALB— Special 16 x 18 and 16 X M double thick glass In "A" and "B" qnalt- ties. But now and save money. Wrtt« PARSHELSKY BROTHERS, INC., M Montrose Ave., Brooklyn. N. Y. FOR S.\LE— At Southampton, L. I., H acre, 8-room house, hot house, 100 ft. long, and barn. All newly painted and in good condition. Easv terms. Inquire Pacific Paint Co., 27 Sixth Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. FOR SALE— 1200 ft. of good 4 Inch pipe; also large sectional Sunray boiler. Apply to Mrs. H. Baeppler, Teaneck. P. 0. Bogota, N. .T. BOILER FOR SALE. Weathered eight section boiler, in use two seasons, good as new. $100. Cash. Chas. E. Evans, Watertown, Mass. MISCELLANEOUS WANTS W.^NTED- Rose plants of any kind and seedling perennials, cheap. Melrose Gar- den Co., 90 Melrose St.. Providence, R. I. the bronzy red tint of the changing foliage make a fine effect and help to justify Mr. Pettlgrew's characterization of this species as the best of our na- tive ornamental trees. Other cornuses, the crataeguses, viburnums, etc., are all well supplied with fruit this season. 528 HORTICULTURE October 9, 190» CHICAGO NOTES. General News. A gem of beauty is the sunken gar- den at the Sears. Roebuck & Co.'s plant on the west side of Chicago. This is one of the largest mail order houses in the world and apparently no ex- pense is spared to beautify their grounds. I'ractically all is done for the pleasure of their 10,000 employes: as their grounds are so extensive, lit-- tie of the gardens can be seen from the streets. A special feature is a pergola. 25 x 125 ft., its artistically shaped roof supported by massive con- crete pillars, which material also forms the floor and steps as well as the entrance to the garden itself. Sixty thousand plants each year are required and from six to twelve men, under Head Gardener Geo. H. Cook, devote their time to the grounds. The banks of the garden are completely hidden by geraniums, begonias, asters, etc., while beyond the banks are shrubs and trees. The gardens are beautifully laid out. Beds of various designs, gorgeous with color, all harmoniously arranged to show what a beauty spot can be made in connection with great walls of brick and with a mammoth business enter- prise as the main feature. It is to the credit of the management that the ten- der plants are not allowed to be killed by the frost, but are given to the em- ployes in the fall. A greenhouse for the care of their palms, etc., is now in process of con- struction, and others will be built later. If our large cities had more oUch beauty spots as this, what object- It ssons in horticulture they would be to the people! The neat invitations sent out by the Wholesale Florists' Employees' Club arc meeting with a ready acceptance. The officers, H. W. Rogers of Weiland & Risch, G. F. Poehlm.ann of Poehl- The Chicago Retail Florists' Associa- tion has issued a circular dated Octo- ber 1, to the wholesalers, asking them to refrain from selling to the consum- ers or allow their employees to do so. They also ask that no designs be per- mitted to be made up on their prem- ises. October 9th is the limit in which to send a reply and if none is sent by vicinity of Chicago, and though it has been a poor year for out-of-door flow- ers in general, still there are' enough in the average gai'den to supply all ordinary wants. Lloyd Vaughan has returned from New York where he has been to look up the violet question for the coming Gardens of a Chicago Business House The Pergola. that time it is to be regarded as a re- fusal to comply. The request is signed by forty-three of the leading retail florists of Chicago. A one-story structure for the home of the South Park Commissioners, Chi- cago, is under way and will be en- closed before the snow flies. Supt. J. F. Foster says it will be a model of convenience, with private rooms for §tA J-- !«>?«:• -'trf-/* -..-■.jKVi. >V season. Mr. Vaughan found things in ihe Rhinebeck district in a flourishing condition and shipnipnts are expected to begin about the middle of Novem- ber. A number of Chicago firms will ex- hibit at the State Fair at Springfield this week. The scarcity of floWers has prevented m.any from taking this op- portunity of showing their stock and their skill in handling it. The remodeling and repairing of the dome of the Garfield Park Conserva- tories is begun, under the direction of ihe city architect, Henry Seirks. Personal. Mrs. August Poehlmann is home from a three weeks' stay in the hos- pital, and is fast regaining her health. Percy Jones, whom we reported last week as being ill and consequently ab- sent from the Flower Growers' Market of which he is manager, was taken to the hospital a few days ago and after an operation pneumonia set in, making his condition the cause of grave anx- iety. He is said to be on the road to recovery, though still very sick. Visitors: A. Leedle, Springfield, O.; Dan. MacRorie. San Francisco, Cal. ; E. A. Petersou, Hoopstown, 111.; John Bourgaise, of North Side Greenhouses, Racine, Wis. Gardens of a CiiiCAtio Business House Formal mann Bros., and J. C. Enders are get- ting everything in shape and at a meet- ing Friday evening will perfect all ar- rangements for elaborate! decorations, etc. The club consists of fourteen members, representing various whole- sale houses in the city and their an- nual events are always a great success. Bedding. board and secretary and various clubs, and a fine, big. well-lighted place for the work of the engineering depart- ment. It is expected to be ready for occupancy April 1st, 1910. The retailers about the city are re- porting very poor business No severe frost has as yet been reported in the MAKE THC FA.RM PAY Complete Home Study Courses in Agiiculture. Horticulture. Flort* culture, Landscape Gardening. Forestry, Poultry Culture, and Veterinary Science under Prof. Brooks of the Mass. Agricultural Col- lege, Prof. Craig of Cornell University and other eminent teachers. Over one hundred Home Study Courses under able professors in leading colleges 250 page catalog free. Write to day The Home Correspondence School Dept. H. A.. Springfield. Maas. Ctetober 9, 1909 HORTICULTURE 529 Tobacco Papor IS THE STRONGEST, BEST PACKED, EASIEST APPLIED. 24 skeeU $ 0.75 144 (heeU 3.50 288 tlieeU 6.50 1728 slieeU 35.10 "NICO-FUME" Furnishes the Most Nicotine for the Money ... riaoufactured by ... THE KENTUCKY TOBACCO PRODUCT CO., LouifiTlllc, Kj. LIQUID OVER 40% NICOTINE By far the CHEAPEST. JUST NOTE PRICEI Pint % 1.50 K Gallon 5.50 Gallon lO.SO 5 G^aion* 47.25 Dried, screened and packed In bags of 100 Iba. each. PULVERIZED SHEEP INANURE PURE UNIFORM RELIABLE A strong and quick acting manure, highly recommended for carnations and chrysanthemums. SHREDDED CATTLE MANURE KASY TO HANDLE AND APPLl Stronger and better In every wa^ than rough manure. leasts muci^ longer on the benches. Unequalled ft»» mulching and feeding roses, UquM manuring and mixing with bench an* potting soil. Used by all the largeit growers. Ask Your Supply Man or Write Us for Circulars and Pricep. THE Pulverized Manure Go. 31 Union stock Yards CHICAGO Which Spray Pump^ ^^^^^M Bhall you bnr?Bnvthe Spray Pump that tally meets the demands ofthe Govermnent Agri-' cultural Scientists and all practi- cal Fruit Growers. These ptimps are widely known as DEMING SPRAYERS and are made in 23 styles for use in small gardens or immense orchards. Write for onr 1909 catalog with Spraying Chart. Add 4 cents post- age ana receive "Spraying tor ^ Profit," a useful guide book. CHARLES J. JAGER CO. Sll-SSB FruUtam., SPRAYED CATALOGUES RECEIVED. Champion City Greenhouses, Good & Reese Co., proprietors, Springfield, O. — Fall Trade List for Nurserymen and Dealers only. Roses are a leading specialty. Royal Tottenham Nurseries, Ltd., Dedemsvaart, Netherlands.— Wholesale Trade List of hardy perennials, rock plants, ferns, aquatics, conifers, shrubs, etc. A very complete list. V. Lemoine et Fils, Nancy, France — List of Gladiolus hybrids Lemonel varieties; also Nanceianus and Dra- cocephalus varieties of gladioli, her- New Chicago Sprayer This sprayer Is made of aluminum with two brass plates, one fine, one coarse. These are easily removed and quickly cleaned. Spraying face 4y2 Inches wide, nozzle 6% Inches long; % Inch pipe connec- tions. These sprayers will never wear out and are said by users to be the finest on the market Send to us for testimonials from growers using them. Price $2.50 Each E. H. Hunt, 76-78 Wabash Ave., Chicago, 111. The Best BugKillerani! Bloom Saver For PROOF Write »• P.R.PaMhonraCo. OWENSIORO, IT. |KILMDEAD( ' '' 'ThebestofaUj 26 lb*., f I.CX) .Dusting or llimigatiii^ PR.A-rT-s SCALECIDE Will positively destroy SAN JuSE SCALE and all soft bodied sucking insects without injui7 to the tree. Simple, more effective and cheaper than Lime Sulphur. Not an experiment. One gallon nukes 16 to 20 gallonB spray b^ simi>ly adding water. Send for Booidet, "Orcliarti Itisurance." B. G. PR«n CO.. so CHURCH ST., HEW YORK CITY. baceous peonies and other specialties of this well-known firm. Daniel A. Clarke, Flskeville, R. I.— Clarke's Hardy Flowers, Fall, 1909. A booklet, prettily illustrated with por- traits of desirable garden perennials. (j i)lpi pots in crate $4.8H 525 6.00 10003 5.00 800355 4t 5.80 5004 456 4y3 3205 siosM t* «■ M 4-50 5-24 4-51 3.78 W. H. ' 28th t M Sts., ERNEST Washington, D. C. imericaH Flower and Tree Tub. STANDARD PLATE GLASS CO. rianufacturers — Importers — Jobbers NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY FRENCH OR AMERICAN GREENHOUSE GLASS LOWEST PRICES ON REQUEST 26-30 Sudbury St. BOSTON, HASS. 61-63 Portland St. GLASS Low prices are helping demand on Green House Glass, take advantage, write us for prices Sharp, Partridge & Co., 22nil& Lumber sts., CHICAGO, ILL. BOSTON PLATE & WINDOW GLASS CO. GREENHOUSE GLASS """*~ *~° 261 to 287 A Street BOSTON AMERICAN 20 to 22 Canal Street GREENHOUSES BUILDING OR CONTEMPLATED. Akron, O. — M. J. GUbo, five houses. Erie, Pa. — Chas. Offerle, two houses. Skaneateles, N. Y.— J. G. White, one liouse. Chester, Pa. — J. Lazenby, range of houses. Lone Oak, Ky. — R. C. Gore, one house. Greenfield, Mass. — A. E. Lawrence, one house. New Cannan, Ct. — Stephen Hoyt, remodeling. Holdredge, Neb. — Davidson Floral Co., addition. St. Paul, Minn.— Holm & Olson, house, 24x110. N. Milwaukee, Wis. — A. Groth. house, 20x150. Kirkwood, Mo. — W. J. Edwards, range of houses. Auburn, N. Y. — W. J. M. Edmonds, range of houses. Cold Spring, N. Y. — Jas. Cunning- ham, house, 24x100. Providence, R. I. — A. J. Johnson, two houses, 25x100, 18x34; office, 14x18. Pontiac, III.— W. J. Miller & Son, three houses, each 27x100; boiler room, 20x81. Rochester, N. Y.— The will of Ed- ward O. Graham, the veteran Nursery- man, has been filed. An estate of $10,000 is left to his wife; no mention is made of his three daughters, all minors. GLASS Greenhouse and Hot Bed SIZES OUR SPECIALTY IMMENSE STOCK Plate and MTindo^v Glass Write for Our Prices PARSHELSKY BROS., Inc. S9 AfontTOSe Ave., BROOKLTN, N. T. In writing advertisers kindly men- tion HORTICULTURE. 'Holds Glass — ==" * Firmly See the Point t^ PEERLESS Qlsslne Points are the best. No rights or leftB. Box of 1,000 potnU T5ota. pottpkld. BENBT A. DREER, 114 Chertaot St., Phlla., fk FLORICULTURE Complete Home Study Course in practical Floriculture under Prof. , ^^ -V Craig and Prof, Batchelor of Cornell f^tjr^m. University. \^^^«wk Course includes Greenhouse Con- ^^^M^«\ struction and Management and the «■ ^^^^Bf growing of Small Fruits and Vege- ^W tables as well as Flowers Under Glass. i Prof. Craig Personal Instruction. Advict. Expert 250 Page Catalogue free. Write today The Home Correspondence School Dept. H. F., Springfield, Maas. October 9, 1909 horticulture: 531 KROESCHELL BOILER MADE OF FIBE BOX FLANGE PLATE Can not Crack Witir Spice in Front, Sides and Back The Mest Pepular Boiler Made SEND FOR CATALOGUE. KROESCHELL BROS. GO. 466 Erie St., CHICAGO, ILL. ■TerytblJis for Oreenboase BuUdlDc Write for Inform mation aod prices. In Widths from 14 feet o inches to 54 feet o inches. Withont posts, KINO TRUSS SASH BAR HOUSES. IRON GUTTERS AND EAVES. IRON AND CYPRESS BENCHES. VENTILATING MACHINERY. KING CONSTRUCTION CO. NORTH TONAWAXPA. N. Y. THE ADVANCE VENTILATING MACHINE is the slickest thing on the market for it's purpose. It is what our machiDe does, the ease with which it does it and not the price that brings us the orders and keeps our customers. Give us a trial, we guaran- tee satisfaction. ThtldvanceGt. RICHMOND, IND. Send your biuuiefts direct to Wtahingfrn. Saves time and Insures bettor service. Personal atteodon guaranteed. Twenty-five yean' active service. SPECIALTY: " Workine «• th» Pallww oi Otbers." SieGERS & 8IG6ER8 PATVNT LAWYmXS B«x », NaMooal Unh WuMo«tea, D. C Th« FLORISTS' HAIL 1S80CIATIM •F AXERICl, iamrer of .;8,5eO,t«f S> R. af fflaa*. For peuticakn addrcB J*hn GU ■•tor.tM'y.eaddl* lllv«r,M. J. ^^g ^^Now Is the Time j£ ^^•^^^ ^^H^^^^ TO ORDER AN ^wi wr^ ^^^^^^ lAIPBOVED mm r . ^^ Recordins: 1 V ■ Thermometer // '^mMM Illinois State Florists* Association. i^y ^.V\«\ Jt .W^SF Edwardsville, 111., Oct. 28, 19C8. Jw ;j^rMlm The Recording Thermometer is tm -.JlfiSr working 0. k. 1 would not part with fM <^K^m it for twice the cost. Send me $1.00 M-'-^KB^r worth of charts for the same. ^ H ^ ^SBSf^ Send for Prices. i^Standard Thermometer Co. ■ (Successors to PARKER MFG. CO.) f 65 Lester Street, BOSTON, MASS. MANUFACTURERS OF GREENHOUSE MATERIAL - VENTILATING APPARATUS - PUTTY lor.BEKs IN GREENHOUSE GLASS — BOILERS — PIPE — FITTINGS We carry on hand everything necessary for the complete Erecting, Heating, Ventilating or Repairing of Greenhouses. Let us quote you. Write to ns about your Material and Plans for any size and style of GREENHOUSE for new structure or repairs. Hot Bed Sash In stock or any size required. Pecky Cypress Benches most lasting and least expensive. The Foley Mfg. Go. Western Ave. and 26th St. CHICAGO, - ILL. IRON PIPE Second Hand Suitable for all greenhouse purposes, steam, water, gas or oil, also for fences or posts. All sizes. Prices low. EO. B. DOANE & SON GO. 18 Midway St., Boston, Mass. Telephone. Main 4419 GREENHOUSE CONSTRUCTION LUMBER John C. Moninger Co. 117 E. Blackhawk St., CHICAQO. In ordering goods please add "I saw It In HORTICULTURE." - CYPRESS SASH BARS .3'2 feet or longer HOT BED SASH PECKY CYPRESS BENCH LUMBER GREENHOUSES ERECTED AND EQUIPPED COMPLETE IF DESIRED Write for Circular "D' ' and Prices^ The A. T. STEAMS LIMBER CO. NEPONSET, BOSTON, MASS. A STIC A USE IT NOW. F.O.PIERGEGO. 12 W.BROADWAY NEW YORK riastlca Is elastic and tenacious, admits of ex- pansion and contraction. Putty becomes hard and brittle. Broken glass more easily removed without breaking of other glass as occurs with hard putty. Lasts longer than putty. Easy to apply. Evans 20tii Century An Will Mjt twist the shafting pipe. Iliraa times V le power of old style elbow uma. Sold ouly with Evans Challenge Machia.. IVrite for fret Caialorue it QUAKER CITY MACHINE OO. Richmond, Ind, 532 HORTICULTURE October 9, 1909 ^^^^^^^^^^^ ■ .ii«M^^^^^^B ^ ^ ■ '-'■■''■■ V - 5,-, , '-i Be Particular About Your Greenhouse Don't take "say-sos" — find out what kind of work the greenhouse builder has done before you give him the job. This is what you always do if you have other important building work. We stand ready to show you, and we have an illustrated circular to help us. Send for it. Hitchings & Company Designing & Sales Offices General Offices & Factory 1 1 70 Broadway, N.Y. Elizabeth, N.J. A Two Compartmemt HoMse, 50 Feet Long BuiMt at Edgeworth, Pa. An attractive little house, isn't it? It has one compartment for propagating bedding plants, growing chrysanthemums and for general purposes — the other for potted plants and such decorative kinds in tubs as are brought in from the grounds in the fall. To accommodate the taller ones, the center is left open and has only tables around the sides. But there are any number of ways to arrange it; the main point to start with, is to choose the right firm and then you are sure of getting the right construction. As a starter, just try us. LORD AND BURNHAM COMPANY Irvington-on=Hudson, N.Y. New York — Boston — Philadelphia — Chicago A GREENHOUSE FACT OF IMPORTANCE Greenhouse designing and building is a business by itself. It is no more possible for a general builder to give you a prac- tical, satisfactory greenhouse than it is for the local blacksmith to make an automobile. If you want a greenhouse designed harmoniously, artistically — a house that will yield the greatest amount of plants and flowers with least trouble — one that is built to withstand the destructive conditions that must exist in every greenhouse, then go to a professional greenhouse builder. We are that kind of builders. We build a distinctly different kind of house from any one else — no one else can build it, the patent is ours. It has an all steel, all galvanized frame of unusual strength, but extreme lightness. It is in fact the lightest greenhouse built, and the lighter your house, the more and better your flowers will be. Our catalog tells interestingly and illustrates plainly just why U-Bar greenhouses are the best houses for you. Let us send you this catalog. PIERSON U-BAR CO I MADISON AVt.NEW YORK. DESIGNERS and BUILDERS of U-BAR GREENHOUSES LIBRA LILIFM AURATUM 534 HORTICULTURi: October 16, 1909 HeacoGk's Palms Price List as on Page 510 Last Week Joseph Heacock Co., WYNCOTE, PA. Having just returned from Europe I am now in a position to offer 20,000 AZALEAS in leading varieties at lowest wholesale prices, also Araucarias, Asparagus, Crotons, Arecas, Cocos, Kentlas, Latanias, Phoenix, Rubbers, Pandanus, 1 50,000 Small Ferns lor Dishes in best sorts Wholesale Price List on Application. A. LEUTHY & CO. PERKINS ST. NURSERIES ROSLINDALE, BOSTON, MASS. OUR SPECIALTIES Araacarias, Palms, Azaleas and Blooming Plants for Christmas and Easter GODFREY ASCHMANN, Importer, Grower and Wholesale Dealer In Arau- carla Eicelsa, Robusta Compacta and Exeelsa Glaoca; Kentla Forsteriana and Belmoreana; Sago Palms, Areca Lutes- cens, Cocos Weddelllaua. UBADQVARTBRS FOR FERNS gnch as Whltmanl, Boston, Amerpohll, Scottll, Todeaoldes. Begonia Glolre de Ijarralne, G Inch, by the thousand. Primula Chinese, etc., cheap for cash. Send for prices. 1012 West Ontario Street PHILADELPHIA, PA. ROBERT CRAIG CO. ROSES. PALMS, and novelties In DecoratiTe Plants MARKET and 49th STREETS., PHILADELPHIA, PA. . PANSY PLANTS From my well-known strain, none bet- ter; also DAISIES (bellis) and FOR- GET-ME-NOT, fine plants, $2.00 per 1000. LETTUCE GRAND RAPIDS, BIG BOSTON, $1.00 per 1000. J. C. SCHMIDT, BRISTOL, PA. NOW READY ZirDgicbel's Fine Strain of they can't be beat; well known for a century; good strong plants, 50c per lob, $4, 00 per 1000. AUGUSTUS ZIRNGIEBEL, EAST NORWICH, N. Y. ALTERNANTHERA "Jewel" (new) 3-in pots, #1.00 per doz. ; IB8 00 per loo. AftparagQB plumosue uaiiiis. )-in.S5.00 per 100 " Sprengeri, 3-in. 95.00 per 100; 5-in. SS.50 per doz. WM. TRICKER, Arlington, N. J. NEPHROLEPIS ELEGANTISSIMA COMPACTA Another New Fern Originating with Us. To be introduced Fall, 1909. Of all the valuable introductions in ferns that we have sent out, beginning with the Pierson (Nephrolepis Piersoni). we consider Eleganlissima c mpacta the mtst valuable of all. paiticularly irom a commercial standpoint. While this resembles Elegantissima in a general way, it is far superior to that variety, on account of its perfect habit Yet it can hardly be compared with Elegantissima except in a generil way, because it occupies a place by itself, and is as distinct from Elegantissima as that variety is from Piersoni, — in fact, it bears the same relation to Elegantissima that Scottii does to Bostoniensis. Elegantissima compacia has an ideal habit. The fronds are cor>iderabty shorter than those cf Elegantissimn, and it is a more compact plant. It throws a great many more crowns naturally, mak ng a very bus y, dwarf, com- pact plant. The difference between the two varieties can be seen at a glance. F.ne, strong plants. 2V4-ln. pots, $5.00 per i^ozen. $35.00 per 100 ; 4-in. pots, $7.50 per dozen, $£0.00 per 100 ; 6*ln. pans, $1.50 each ; 8-ln. pans, $3.00 each. We make a specialty of all kinds of Nephrolepis, carrying a large stock of all sizes at all times, — Piersoni, Elegantissima, Superbissima, Bostoniensis, Scottii, Whitmani, Amerpohli, etc. F. R. PIERSON CO., Tarrytown-on-Hudson, N. v. ORCHIDS In enormous quantities for exhibition purposes and cut bloom grower. Choice varieties selected from large importations. Choice named, well known and certificated hybrids. Stuart Low & Company beg to call the attention of lovers of Orchids in the United States to their large, varied and well grown stock which is being frequently augmented by large importations Al o their large and well grown stock of Roses — FRUIT TREES IN POTS — TRAINED GOOSEBERRIES AND CURRANTS — f-ruit Trees for outside planting. Catalogues on application. Estimates free BUSH HILL PARK, Enfield, England STUART LOW & CO., ORCHIDS ROEHRS, Rutherford, N, J. A. N. PIERSON, Inc., Cromwell, Conn. FULL LINE OF PALMS AND FERNS Sond for Catalogue NEPHROLEPIS MAQNIFICA THE 8KNSATI0NAI. NOVELTY Stronf 2H-ln. .took, $25.00 per 100. WHITMANII »%-lB., $40. Irwin Co., 1215 BeU Bldg.. PHILA . PA. Field Grown Carnations 400 Queen, 300 Fair Maid, $0.00 per 100. 100 Lawson $4.00 per 100. Princess of Wales Violets $.5.00 per 100. gash. CHARLES H. GREEN, SPENCER, MASS. CARNATIONS F. DORNER & SONS CO. LaFayette, Ind. DOUBLE ARCH Carnation Supports FOR DES( KIPTION SEND FOR CIRC I I..\K. SIO.OO per 1000. Elmer D. Smith & Co., Adrian, Mich. 536 HORTICULTURE October 16, 1909 LEESLEY BROS. Ornamental Trees, Shrubs and Hardy Plants Tempting Qii;illtj and Tempting Figures on the following BRIDAL WREATH (Splrea Van Houttei) SIBERIAN DOGWOOD (Cornns Slblrlca) HIGH BUSH CRANBERRY (Vlbnrnum OpnlDS) MOCK ORANGE OR SYRINGA (Pblladelpbna) In varletr We Have Everything for Beautifying the Landscape. Wholesale Catalogue Free Upon Ap- plication. Write us for anything you may want. N. 40tli and Peterson Ave., CmCAQO, ILL. CHOICE EVERGREENS All our Evergreens are well cultivated and are dug wilh a ball of roots and eaitb. Shade, Ornamental Standard and Weeping Trees We have thousands in all sizes and varie- ties. Straight stemmed, healthy and vigorous. Herbaceous Plants The largest and most complete collection in this country. Decorative Plants, Palms, Ferns, Bay Trees, Boxwood, Etc., In ImmenAC variety. Special Prices on large quantities given on application. /'rice-List mailed on request. BOBBINK&ATKINS Nurserymen and Florists RUTHERFORD, N.J. HARDY PERENNIAL PLANTS SPECIAL OFFER. DoroDicum excelsum, $6.oo per tto.' Doronicum caucasicum, $5.00 per ico. Veronica longtfolia subscssilis, $4 00 per ico. Write (or prices on Hardy Perennial Plants. OLD TOWN NURSERIES, S. NAHCK. MASS. A SPECIALTY ThePingee&ConardCo.wffle I — Landscape Gardeners — i Now is your opportunity to get a lot of fine large shrub* and evergreens, I have a graud collection of shrubs suitable for this climate, grown here one plant of which will make as much show in a bed as three of the average stock that is put out. This is a rare opportunity to get such stock. J J. KcMANMON. Nurseryman, lowell. Mass. FIELD GROWN ROSES FOR FORCING ORDER NOW. Lady Qay, Hiawatha and Delight, first quality, three- year old plants. Also hybrid perpetuals, strong, selected, two year old plants in the following varieties : — Frau Karl Druschkl, Mrs. John Laing, Mrs. Crawford, Magna Charta, Baroness Rothschild, and Ulrich Brunner. Send for catalogue describing Walsh's rambler roses, and all the leading hybrid perpetuals and hybrid teas for outdoor cultivation. M. H. WALSH ROSE I SPECIALIST WOODS HOLE, MASS. JOHN WATERER & SON, Ltd. Amtrican Nursery Bagshot, England Are Specialists In the REALLY HARDY VARIETIES of Rhododendron Hybrids and in Select Varieties of Hardy Border Plants The F. E. CONINE NURSERY CO. Norway Spruce, Hemlock, Arbor Vitae and Pines Xv-A^ROK EONIES 16 Acres for Fall Delivery. WRITE FOR PRICES. GILBERT H. WILD, Sarcoxie. Mo. Mr. Buyer of California Privet Note these low Prices on best grown 2-3 ft. $22.50 per 1000; $200 per 10,000 3-4 ft. $27.50 per 1000; $250 p»r 10,000 BERBEWLY THUNBERCII Very bushy. 12-18 In. $7 per 100; $60 per 1000. Pleased to send sample. Boxing free. C.R.BURR & COMPANY The Burr Nurseries MANCHESTER, • • CONN. Box Trees >od 5^ THREE GOOD GARDEN ROSES 537 CATTLEYA CITRIN A— Illustrated 539 EUROPEAN HORTICULTURE— Frederick Moore 539 NEWS OF THE CLUBS AND SOCIETIES: Pittsburgh Florists' and Gardeners' Club — New York Horticultural Importers' Protective Associa- tion— New "iork Florists' Club — Society ot Ameri- can B'lorists— Connecticut Horticultural Society — Detroit Florist Club 540 Massachusetts Horticultural Society— Gardeners' and Florists' Club of Boston— Chrysanthemum So- ciety of America— Illinois State Fair^Trophies at the Portola Flower and Fruit Show, Illustration.. 541 Royal Horticultural Society, Frederick Moore— Amerncau Carnation Society 542 NARCISSUS J. B. M. Camm— Illustrated 542 MISSOURI VALLEY FAIR AND EXPOSITION 543 LEVAVASEUR'S 190'J ROSE NOVELTIES 543 SEED TRADE: The Burpee Purchase — Crop News — Notes 544-546 LILIUM AURATUM 546 OF INI EREST TO RETAIL FLORISTS: New Flower Stores 548 A Novel Decoration Scheme, P. Danzer— Flowers by Telegraph 549 FLO'WER MARKET REPORTS: Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Detroit 551 Indianapolis, New York, Philadelphia 553 DURING RECESS: Astoria Florists' Bowling Club 558 OBITUARY: John S. Zschorna — Fred Zappe 55>> SOME WORK OF THE U. S. DEPARTMENT OF AG- RICULTURE AS AFFECTING FLORICULTURE— Prof. B. T. Galkiv.ay 559 MISCELLANEOUS- Incorporated 542 The War of the Dahlias. 543 Personal '. 543 Chicago Notes 549 Prospective Exhibitions 558 Catalogues Received b58 News Notes 55S-562 Philadelphia Note? 561 Greenhouses Building or Contemplated 562 The questiou of gardener?" wages in The gardeners' public and private grounds, brought J predicament tip for discussion in th'e last meet- ing of the Xew York Florists' Club, acquires added importance Ihrougli the news that the accomplished gardener of Elizabeth Park, Hartford, Conn., has resigned to go into commercial horti- culture because of the inadequate remuneration in the park department. There seems a lack of discrimination between the ordinary type of work- man and the well-trained, well-read and profi- cient all-around gardener in most places and it is notorious that the services of tlie latter class are, in many instances, shamefully underestimated and under- paid. When such men switch ofE into commercial lines, commercial floriculture is the gainer, sometimes more than the individual, who, if he has not had the benefit of a commercial training earlier in life, is liable to en- counter many unforeseen discouragements and bitter e.xperienees as he progresses. Referring to the carnation fam- vicissitudes ine existing at the time of writ- of the flower trade jng^ our correspondent in Detroit, in last week's notes, remarked that it seemed odd no remedy for the shortage had been found. Our reports from various markets this week indicate that the remedy was not long in making its appearance, and, like the North Pole finding, there was entirely too nmch of it. Following directly upon the discomfiture of the garden crops, the carnation girded itself for action and for a few days it certainly "made good," but the reverse came as suddenly as the uplift and, in some markets at least, it didn't take twenty-four hours to cut the prices one-half and load up the whole- saler's storage boxes with carnations of high and low degree. We are sorry. These acute fluctuations are bad for everybody. Xow enters the chrysanthemum and all thought of famine for the next few weeks may be promptly dismissed. It will require a big allotment of tliat promised prosperity to absorb the flower crop — roses, carnations, chrysanthemums, violets, orchids — which is now in sight. We have received a communication The "sleepy" from a correspondent who is engaged carnation in the wholesale cut flower business calling attention to the numerous com- plaints received concerning the non-keeping qualities of carnations shipped out by him. His care to procure and ship only absolutely fresh stock counts for nothing with the customer, who will accept no other explanation than that the flowers were old. He has tried every im- aginable device in handling and caring for the stock and is almost in despair over the repeated failure to find any process that can be depended upon to obviate the trouble. We have reminded our correspondent that the difficulty complained of is an old one which has taxed the ingenuity of the most advanced carnation growers and exhibitors to explain. All sorts of theories have been advanced in discussions of the subject of "'sleepi- ness," as it is called, in carnations, at the meetings of the American Carnation Society and elsewhere but the stubborn ghost still walks and the reproach of having sent mtt worthless goods, on which he cannot enforce payment, is the charge which the carnation shipper must continue to face. C. W. Ward says in his book, "Tlie American Carnation," that "the chief value of any fiower consists in its being placed in the hands of the consumer in a fresh, lasting condition," and dwells upon the necessity of proper handling of the blooms from the time they are cut, factors in which are — picking in early morning, when the blooms have not reached full maturity, avoidance of changes in temperature and im- pure air, etc., all of which, together with much other information essential for the full success of anyone growing or dealing in the divine flower is fully covered in the book above mentioned. October Ifi, 1909 HORTICULTURE 539 Cattleya citrina The picture represents the same plant which \yas illustrated in Hoticulture in the issue of December 12, 1908. In the first picture it bore two spraj's of two flowers each ; it now shows three, indicating that the treatment as recommended in the article by M. J. Pope in connection with the first illustration is congenial to this Cattleya. A cool, airy house such as primulas, azaleas, etc., are grown in ; very little water but a cool, moist atmosphere at all times, is Mr. Pope's prescription for success with this interesting, sweet-scented and alto- gether beautiful flower. The species has the reputation of "going back" after a few years of cultivation. That this is due to improper cultural methods and not a fault of the plant itself would seem to be the logical inference from Mr. Pope's experience with it. Xo doubt this eminently successful orchid grower will be pleased to give, through HoRTicrLTUKE, on request, further de- tailed information on this or any other topic connected with the growing of orchids. European Horticulture DAHLI.i .\XD ACrUMX FLOWEK SHOW AT LEIPZIG The German Dahlia Society — a union of a relatively few enthusiastic amateurs — is, notwithstanding the few- ness of the members, one of the most active of German horticultural societies. They understand how, by means of their annual Journal and various exhibitions to keep alive an interest in dahlias and other autumnal flowers. The first exhibition was held at Magdeburg in 1898, and that at Leipzig was tlie thirteenth in the series. The late exhibition was held in the Festival Saloon of the pub- lishing liouse and the adjacent rooms, all of them very suitable for such a purpose owing to the admirable light- ing arrangements that allowed every object to be seen at its best. The show was abundantly advertised; colored posters, w-hfch, however, owing to their faint coloring were not visible at a moderate distance, placards in the trains, etc., made the show known to the inhabitants of the city, yet the attendance was but moderate owing to the rainy Sunday. The "Show" dahlia has had its day in Germany, and the various modern forms of single, partially double, collarette, etc., with stiff stems throwing the blooms well above the foliage have taken its place ; so we find the gigantic chrysanthemum-flowered, the American Fantasie, and the enormous decorative varieties and the modest little Pompons. As actually new forms of these last, mention may be made of Kardinal and Puppenfee Fairy Doll) the latter looking like a modern double dai.?y in shape and size, and almost pure white. The exhibition was astonishingly filled with German varie- ties, and the names attached to them were descriptive in many instances of their color. Two collarette varieties were quite up-to-date, namely, Cook and Peary. It is impossible in a note of this kind to give the names and descriptions of the varieties, or those of the exhibitors, so numerous were they. BERBEIUS GAGNEPAINII The list of shrubs, natives of temperate climates pos- sessing an ornamental character, lias been enriched by the introduction of Berberis Gagnepainii by Messrs. J. Veitch of Chelsea. The species is found in northern India and western China, where it and a number of allied forms are met with. The seeds were collected by E. H. Wilson. The species flowered in 1907, and was then identified at the Kew Botanic Gardens with B. acuminata, Franchet, and figured in the Botanical Mag- azine under that name. The typical B. acuminata has larger, coarser, thicker leaves armed with stouter spines than B. Gagnepainii, and there are other differences which may be due to local conditions. So it is somewhat uncertain whether they are the same plant. A figure of B. Gagnepainii showing foliage and fruit, together with a descriptive note by W. Botting Hemsley, appeared in The Garden- er's Chronicle for October Snd. APPLE ST. EVERARD This variety is the result of a cross of the well-known Cox's Orange Pippin with Margil, a medium sized delicious variety. The fruit of the new comer is of middling size, roundish, and with the distinctive red- dish stripe of Margil. Its flesh is of a rich flavor and juicy — an excellent dessert apple. The variety was shown by J. Veitch and Sons at the Eo.yal Horticultural Society's meeting at the Vincent Square Hall on Sep- tember 28, and received a first class certificate from the Royal Horticultural Society. AX AXGLO-.JAPAXE^'E EXHrBITIOX IX LOXDOX, 1910 It is announced that an Anglo-Japanese exhibition will be held at Shepherd's Bush next year, in which tliere will be gardens in Japanese style, laid out by gardeners from the Island Kingdom. We have seen such gardens before, but doubtless the projected gardens at the White City will be laid out in a more ambitious manner than those. At the Vienna International exhi- bition in 18T3, an extensive garden with stone lanterns, bridges, streams of water, flat stepping stones as paths and fords was a greatly admired object in the grounds. 540 rtORTICU LTURE: Oetiber 16, 1909 NEWS OF THE CLUBS AND SOCIETIES PITTSBURGH FLORISTS' AND GARDENERS' CLUB. The first meeting of the club in their new quarters at the Fort Pitt Hotel on Tuesday, Oct. 5, brought out a large attendance of members. The surroundings were delightful, and every one seemed favorably impressed. In the absence of Prest. Burki. Vice- President Randolph took the chair. It was Dahlia Night, but to Ihe dis- appointment of the members, the ship- ment promised from R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons, White Marsh, Md., did not arrive. Neil McCallum of West End Park showed a collection of hardy flowers in recognition of the variety and excellence of which he was unan- imously awarded a gratuity. Frank Crook showed Cattleya labiata and Odontoglossum giande. The cattle- vas were of Sander's stock, shipped in 1901, and still holding up well, con- sidering our Pittsburgh climate. The judges, .1. Hutchinson and Jas. Moore, awarded a substantial prize to this exhibit. Randolph & McClements showed a dozen of a new yellow sport from chrysanthemum Polly Rose, which looked very promising, also about fittv pots of fine crotons and other foliage plants for which they were awarded a certificate of merit. Asked how to get mealy bugs off crotons, Mr. Randolph said he never allowed them to get on, but if un- fortunately any plants were infested he recommended Fels Alco-Naptha soap. Among his plants he pointed out Ficus pandurata, as hardy as an aspidistra, which though introduced a number of years ago, is only just be- ginning to take. Jas. Moore of Phipps' Conservatories showed a specimen bloom of Aristolo- ohia gigas, a curious freak, looking as though it was a cross between a goose and a pitcher plant. The very successful outings of the club in 1908 were called to mind and it was decided to have the first one of this season on Monday, November 1st; the members to meet at Phipps' Conservatories, Schenley Park, at 10 a. m., and after inspecting the chrys- anthemums there to visit Randolph & McClements. The Finance Committee reported the matter of financing the Carna- tion Convention as well under way and everything in good shape. Five new members were elected and three names proposed for membership. Subject for next meeting: Chrys- anthemums. H. P. JOSLIN, Sei- y. NEW YORK HORTICULTURAL IM- PORTERS' PROTECTIVE ASSOCIATION. A regular meeting of the New York Horticultural . Importers' Protective Association was held on Thursday, October 7th at the Astor House, New York; a full attendance being present. This organization was formed about two years ago, primarily for Ihe pur- pose of regulating credits of buyers of plants, seeds, bulbs, etc. It in- cludes practically all of the large wholesale importers and agents. J. McHUTCHlSON, Sec'y. NEW YORK FLORISTS' CLUB. The meeting on Monday evening, October 11, was attended by about seventy-five members. Plant market committee. Transportation committee and Outing committee all presented fa- vorable reports, the latter showing a net profit of ?P1.97. Three new mem- bei s were received and six were pro- posed. The proposed amendments to the By-laws developed lots of oratory. There were amendments to the amend- ments, motions to lay on table, refer, etc., but the proposition ta permit nominations for officers from the floor at the November meeting was finally passed by a decisive vote. An interesting discussion on the al- leged inadequate pay received by gar- deners in the city employ was launched by Robert E. Berry. The subject was committed to the tender mercies of the legislative committee. Information of the death of the sis- ter of J. K. .Mien and of the son of J. B. Nugent being given, Messrs. Shaw, Gutiman and Rickards were ap- pointed on the first mentioned and Messis. Traendly, Pepper, and Miller ,on the last named to prepare suiiable resolutions of condolence. H. A. Barnard of Stuart Low & Co., Enfield, England, was discovered in the hall and duly culled upon to ad- dress the club, which he did in char- acteristically appropriate and pleasing manner, remarking on the beauty of the landscape, the vastness of the country, the adornment of the railroad stations, the comforts enjoyed by the middle classes, and other impressions gained in his recent trip in the East- ern States. He especially dwelt upon the wonderful future befoie the Amer- ican horticultural industries and the boundless field for the fiorists' voca- tion. The award committee gave a cul- tural certificate to C. H. Totty for an exhibit of very handsome chrysanthe- mum blooms. SOCIETY AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HOR- TICULTURISTS. Registration of Canna. Public notice is hereby given that Vaughan's Seed Store, S4 Randolph street, Chicago, 111., offers for regis- tration the plant described below. Any ptison objecting to the registration or 10 the use of the proposed name is requested to communicate with the un- dei signed at once. Failing to receive o'ujection to the registration, the same will be made three weaks from this date. Description — Seedling, deep velvety green foliage. Very free and robust grower, extra free bloomer, carrying three and four perfect flower spikes at one time. Color bright vermilion with narrow golden yellow border. Four feet. Name — MultiHora. W. N. RUDD, Secretary. October 8, 1909. CONNECTICUT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. Our first October business meeting was held on the 8th instant. President Huss presiding. Two applicants were received into membership; namely, Shiras Morris, of Hartford, and C. D. Wisner, of South Manchester. Inas- much as our recent dahlia exhibition fell on two rainy days, and the reve- nue pertaining to it was consequently sma'l, the announcement by the secre- tary that the bill introduced into our last legislature increasing the annual appropriations by the state to incor- porated agricultural societies, had been passed and approved, was received with gratification and applause. Un- der the provisions of this bill $G,000 is annually appropriated to such so- cieties for the payment of premiums on agricultural products; each incor- porated agricultural society applying for it, and previously having paid out $200 in premiums, can receive re- imbursement from the state tor that sum; and any balance then unused out of the ?G,000 is payable, on appli- cation, pro rata, to such societies as expend over $200 in premiums. It is believed that a great stimulus will be given to the healthful competition among the members of our state hor- ticultural organizations by this new measure; flOO only, and the contin- gent pro rata surplus mentioned, be- ing available under the old law, to each society. Our society is in a flourishing con- dition, retaining most of its old mem- beis, and constantly receiving new ones. All are looking forward with expectancy to our forthcoming chrys- anthemum exhibition at Hartford, Nov. 4 and 5. GEORGE W. SMITH, Secretary. Melrose, Conn. DETROIT FLORIST CLUB. The Detroit Florist Club, under the energetic leadership of Mr. Charles Plumb, seems to have started an ac- tivity which is bound to be of perma- nent benefit to its members. Of course, no oflScer can succeed without the support of the members, but the program lined out by the committee on essays alone is certainly tempting enough to bring about a full attend- ance. A committee of two is already busy to gather facts from various prominent florists throughout the country, to compile statistics as to the cost of running a retail store and the cost of running a greenhouse plant. Two growers and two retailers are compiling data as to the productive- ness of vari(;us plants and flowers un- der cultivation, respectively, and the demand of the buying public tor these products. The result of this investi- gation will be given out in time to serve as a guide for next season's planting. Such features as "Store manage- ment," "Greenhouse management," and "The desirability of a theoretical train- ing for young florists" will be treated by outside e.-cperts. Evenings devoted to such important discussions inter- speised with evenings for entertain- ment are bound to bring out full at- tendance and lasting good. FRANK DANZER. Oc-tober 16, 1909 HORTICULTURE 541 MASSACHUSETTS HORTICUL- TURAL SOCIETY. The annual fruit exhibition of the Massachusetts Horticultural So- ciety will be held at Horticultural Hall, Boston, October 19 to 24, inclusive. This exhibition will be held in connec- tion with the New England Fruit Show at which every New England state will present the best products of its orch- ards. The main object of this combined ex- hibition is to demonstrate the superior quality of New England fruit; to en- courage better methods of production and marketing, and to call attention to the possibilities of commercial fruit growing in the New England States. On account of the orchid show in May, 1910, for which extensive prepar- ations are being made, the usual spring exhibition at Horticultural Hall, Boston, will be omitted next year. The January show will also be omitted, but there will be an exhibi- tion in February which, if the pro- posed plan of amalgamating the mar- ket shows with it should be adopted, will be a very extensive and interest- ing affair, especially from the florists' trade standpoint. The dates set for this show are February 20, 27 and 28, and not February 19 and 20, as has been announced elsewhere. New England Fruit Show. The several New England States will hold a Fruit Show at Horticultural Hall, Boston, Mass., from October 19th to 24th, 1909. This proposed show is one of the results of the meeting of the Gover- nois of the New England States in Boston, November, 1908, at which meeting questions relative to the pro- moting of New England's fruit inter- ests were discussed. This will not only be a collectii.'U of fine fruit, grown en- tirely in New England, but it is to be of educational value, for besides ex- hibits of fruit, orchard tools, spraying outfits, and materials, there will be lectures by the best experts in the country on all matters pertaining to fruit growing, and problems which the orchardist will encounter will be dis- cussed. New England has a wonder- ful future before her in fruit growing, for, contrary to the general opinion, her soils are not run out nor her farms abandoned fo-r lack of soil fertility. Lack of knowledge and industry are largely responsible for the present con- dition of fruit growing here. New England can produce as good looking apples as the West. This has been proved beyond a doubt by the few men who are really caring for their or- chards, and the quality of New Eng- land grown apples surpasses that of apples grown in any other section of the country. GARDENERS' AND FLORISTS' CLUB OF BOSTON. Owing to the New England Fruit Show occupying all the halls in the Horticultural building on October 19, the regular club meeting will be held on Tuesday evening, October 26 at 8 o'clock. J. K. M. L. Farquhar will favor us with a stereopticon lecture on "Hardy Bulbous Plants." He will also show a number of views of in- teresting horticultural sights as seen Trophies to be Competed for in the Professional Classes at the Portola Flower and Fruit Show, San Francisco, Cal. during his late European trip. Numer- ous exhibits are planned and the meeting will undoubtedly be very largely attended. At the meeting on Nov. 16 Miss Louise Hetzer of the Lowthorpe Ladies' School of Horticulture, Groton, Mass., will speak on "Jottings of a Journey Abroad." Ladies will be made welcome at both the October and No- vember meetings. W. N. CRAIG, Secretary. CHRYSANTHEMUM SOCIETY OF AMERICA. At the joint exhibition of this So- ciety and the American Institute of the City of New York, to be held in New York on November 10, 11 and 12 the following special prizes are of- fered, open to all unless otherwise stated. Class A— C. S. A. prize. Best 10 blooms of any one variety, long stems, Silver Cup. Class B— H. W. Buckbee prize, Best 12 blooms 12 varieties American seed- lings, 12-inch stems. Silver Cup. Class C — J. C. Vaughan prize, (open to private gardeners only). Best specimen bush plant, any variety. Sliver cup. Class D — Stumpp & Walter prize. Best 10 blooms of Miriam Hankey, long stems. Silver cup. Class Ea— W. Wells & Co. prize, 6 blooms Pockett's crimson, long stems, first, gold; second, silver; third, bronze medal. Class Eb— W. Wells & Co. prize. Vase of single varieties, assorted col- ors. 12 sprays to constitute the vase, first, silver; second, bronze medal. Class F — F. R. Pierson Co. prize, (open to private gardeners only). Best 12 blooms in 4 varieties, 24-inch stems, 3 blooms in a vase, $10. Class G — Peter Henderson & Co. prize, 12 vases of Ostrich Plume chrysanthemums, 12 varieties, 3 blooms to a vase, first, $10; second, $5. Class H— Elmer D. Smith & Co. prize, 12 vases Anemone varieties, 12 varieties, 6 of which to be introduc- tions of 1909, 5 sprays to each vase, first, $15; second, $10. Class I— Chas. H. Totty prize, 6 blooms, one variety, introduction 1909, long stems, first, $15; second, $10. Class J — Skidelsky & Irwin Co. prize, 12 sprays Pompon varieties, 12 varieties, first, $2; second, $1. Class K — Foley Manufacturing Co. prize, Best undisseminated seedling, 6 blooms — white, pink or yellow; purity of color to be chief factor in judging, $10. Class L — Traendly & Schenck prize, Vase 12 blooms Col. D. Apple- ton, long stems; open to commercial growers only, first, $6; second, $4. Class M — William Duckham prize, 12 blooms, 12 varieties, not over 12- inch stems, first, $10; second, $5. New York Florists' Club prizes, Six blooms of chrysanthemum seedling or variety never before exhibited in this country. To be judged under both the exhibition and commercial scales, the highest total number of points under both scales to decide the winner, first, silver medal; second, bronze medal. ILLINOIS STATE FAIR. The floricultual department of the Illinois Stale Fair was exceptionally large and creditable this year. Prom- inent among the prize winners in the ornamental plant classes were G. M. Brinkerhoff, George Van Horn, Wirth & Gaupp, Geo. A. Kuhl, A. C. Brown and Vaughan's Seed Store. Roses made a fine showing. Among the ex- hibitors in the various rose classes were Poehlmann Bros. Co., A. 0. Can- field and A. C. Brown. The same ex- hibitors and the Chicago Carnation Co. showed carnations. Bassett & Washburn showed O. P. Bassett carna- tions not for competition, and Peter Reinberg a general collection of roses. Design work of artistic excellence was shown by Schiller and A. Lange of Chi- cago; Geo. A. Kuhl, Wirth & Gaupp, A. C. Brown and others. Among the combination designs of noticeable qual- ity were the following: Bridal bou- quet of Kaiserin roses, spray of Den- drobium formosum and shower of lily 542 HORTICULTURE October 16, 1909 of the valley, by Schiller; centre piece, fern dish filled with orchids and lily of the valley, by Erinkerhoff; cross of boxwood foliage with cluster of or- chids and lily of the valley and square base of American Beauty and white ro.ses and lily of the valley, by Schil- ler; urn — body of bronze galax, cluster of violets and lily of the valley, han- dles of red roses, American Beauty in top and whita chrysanthemums in b£se, also by Schiller. The gate receipts were over $17,000 in excess of last year. NARCISSUS J. B. M. CAMM. AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. A few words regarding the new section (Sec. C) added to our premium list may not be out of place, inas- much as it may not be altogther clear to all of your readers. In Section B there are separate classes for each of all the leading varieties, so that no variety is obliged to compete with other varieties. None of the new comers were included in this list for obvious reasons, and if one of them wished to compete, it had to compete in the classes provided for any variety in its color, not named in the list. This put these varieties in exactly the position which was con- sidered unjust in the older standby. Now there is no denying the fact that the new varieties are the most interesting part of the whole show, and they should be encouraged in every possible way. The only relief from the above conditions was for the disseminator to offer a special prize, which was very frequently done, though not always. So now in order to bring the matter down to more of a system and to give the new vari- eties the prominence they deserve, we have made a separate section for them and a separate class for each variety. The premiums will be uniform, $6.00 for 1st, $4.00 for 2nd; 50 blooms to be shown, as in Sec. B. It is stipulated, however, the dissemin- ator K)ust pay tor the two premiums and he must agree to do so before his variety is included in the list. This seems perfectly just to us, be- cause any man who disseminates a variety ought to be willing to back it up to that extent the first year it is on the market. If the variety "makes good" it is put into Sec. B next year. Several of the novelties of last sea- son have already been put into this list, and it is hoped that all those who sent out varieties last year will come forward and "stick in" their pets. A. F. J. Baur, Sec. Indianapolis, Ind. ROYAL HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. In the v^eitch collection at the ex- hibition of September 28 were some fruits not yet in general cultivation. The new apple. Rev. W. Wilks, named after the secretary of the Society, was observed in several examples. It is a large, handsome fruit of slightly coni- cal shape, and was borne in numbers of two to five on trees grafted in March last year. Among the novelties in Paul & Sons' display were a golden variegated Lir- iodendron, Quercus magniflca, Co- toneaster nummularia having purple- colored fruits; Catalpa Bignonoides purpurea, this purple tint being only visible in the leaf stalks, and the rind of the young shoots. Carnations of the winter flowering Here is one of the most graceful narcissi which, now that its price has got down to a moderate limit should be much more widely disseminated. The trumpet is rich yellow changing to creamy yellow and the perianth is white. The flower has great substance. or hybrid perpetual class were staged by Messrs. Cutbush & Son. I noted among them Mrs. Joe Wright, a pink, picotee-edged flower, that should have a future: Lady Millar, a blusu Mal- maison, having several fine points, as has likewise Mrs. Rob. Norman, and C. H. Curtis, a nice bloom of a scarlet color. F. Sander & Sons were exhibitors of a small lot of Laelio-cattleyas of dis- tinct forms or of new colors, of which mention may be made of L. c. Walter Gott=C. bicolor and L.-c. Bletchleyen- sis. Charleswoith & Co. staged a plant of Cattleya Mrs. Pitt superba=C. Har- risoniae x C. aurea. a showy and pleasing novelty. An Award of Merit was made to this variety. A similar award was made to Cattleya Basil=C. Enid X C. Mantinii. Other pretty va- rieties were Sophro-cattleya Nestor aurifera, Cattleya Vulcan superba=C. Mossiae x C. Schilleriana, a striking novelty, flowers 8 inches in total width. Messrs. Stuart Low & Co., Bush Hill, Middlesex, showed Cattleya Rhoda conspicua^Cattlej a Iris X C. Hardy- ana,, Cycnoches maculata, a plant having two long racemes of yellow ■lowers spotted with purple; Cypripe- dium Maratonae, a flower with a lip of greenish-brown, and dorsal sepal with a white margin at the tipper part. J. Veitch & Sons were awarded a Botanical Cc tificate for Disa polygo- noides, an Australian species having (lower stems 1 1-2 and 2 feet high, bearing minute oiange and yellow flowers. Lieut. -Col. Holford showed Laelio- cattleya-Pizarro, the flowers oif which are of an extremely rich orange color, and the lip purple. The full width of a bloom was 7 Inches. First-class Cer- tificate. He also showed Laelio-cat- tleya Golden Fleece, a flower with orange-colored sepals and petals, the lip orange lined with purple. FREDERICK MOORE. INCORPORATED. Walla Walla, Wash.— Walla Walla Floral Co., by Jas. Wait, F. E. Mojon- nier and H. H. Curr. Capital stock, $50,000. Buffalo, N. Y. — Lenox Flower Shop has been incorporated with a capital stock of $4,000 by J. Rowland Clouds- ley. Edward H. Altman of Buffalo, and others. Memphis, Tenn. — Italian Seed Com- pany. Capital stock, $5,000. Notice the bulb offer of James Vick's Sons in this issue. It's "a cinch." We Declare -APHINE- To be the most effective insecticide, on the market today, fur the destruction of all Qreenhouse pests. It kills the insects without the slightest injury to flower or foliage. These assertions are based on expert tests made oy urquestionatle authori'ies. Aphine can be applied as a spray — wash — or dipping solution — It is used at the average strength of i part Aphine to 40 parts water. $2.50 per gallon. George E. Talmadge, Inc. MADISON, N. J. le O EMI I« JS RUTHERFORD, N. J„ PHOENIX and KENTIAS October 16, 1909 HORTICULTURE 543 MISSOURI VALLEY FAIR AND EXPOSITION. The craft in Kansas City liave had a very strenuous week, the Pall fes- festivitles bringing in over 250,000 strangers. First prize on display of Decorative Plants was won by Sam Murray, with a magnificent group, most artistically arranged. It contained a grand speci- men of Araucaria compatta. some ten feet high, with leaves down to the pot; Kentias, Cocos, Phoenix Roebelenii, etc.; fringed with Amerpohli and Todeaoides ferns producing a very fine effect. Second prize was received by W. L. Rocli, who showed a large group of good material. Third prize to Ed. Humfeld, with a splendid variety of rare and choice hot-house plants. Fourth prize to The Rosery, and fifth 1o W. J. Barnes. On floral designs, Sam Murray re- ceived first prize for a very fine lot of artistically arranged designs, pro- nounced by many people to have been the most beautiful they had ever seen. Miss Mary Hayden was the artist. Second prize was won by Ed. Hum- feld, with some very high-class work. Third prize by W. t,. Rock. There were also prizes for groups 'of crotons, in which W. L. Rock, re- ceived first, W. J. Barnes, second; six araucarias, first Ed. Humfeld, second W. J. Barnes, third W. L. Rock; six kentias, first The Rosery, second W. L. Rock, third W. J. Barnes; six Whit- mani ferns, first W. J. Barnes, second Sam Murray; six Boston ferns, first W. h. Rock, second W. .T. Barnes; six any other ferns, first Sam Murray, second The Rosery, third W. J. Barnes; standard and pyramid bays, first W. L. Rock. There was also a very fine display of fruits, especially apples. The Agricultural display was very large and very fine. One of the promi- I'.ent features of one of these collec- tions was a Billiken, made of wheat, of which it was said that if all of the old maids would tickle the soles of its feet, marriage would result within six months. It is said that many of them availed themselves of this opportun- ity. The Electrical parade, with Pallas Athene in the lead, was very fine indeed. The Automobile parade in which nothing but artificial flowers, were used, was not up to the standard. The weather was ideal and the at- tendance good. In talking with one of the Park management was told that they expected to clean up over $5,000. THE WAR OF THE DAHLIAS. We have all read of the famous "War of Roses," of the houses of Stuart and of York, and of the ro- mance and bloodshed during those days of English chivalry. Now comes the War of Dahlias. Yes, indeed. History, that musty old bromide, is repeating herself once more, for right here in Boston the War of Dahlias is about to be waged. The New England Dahlia Society is rent in twain. The old society claims the rent is not severe, that only a small fragment of the original dahlia asso- ciation circle is missing, but the real war comes in the publishing of "The Dahlia News." A rival publication has LILACS THE CHOICEST VARIETIES Including the famous HIOHLAND PARK COLLECTION Catalogue containing descriptions of S.5 different kinds will be sent on request. This Catalogue also contains accurate and trustworthy description of the best Trees, Shrubs and Hardy Plants ELLW ANGER & BARRY, Mount Hope Nurseries, Box T, Rochester, N. Y. ^ Privet Hedge by iheff^ We grow California Privet by the (square) mile and sell it by the ^.lunninK) mile. Our extensive advertising of this superior h<^(igo is helping to create demand tor it in every section. Not all ot this demand can be taken care of by us — every florist will have calls for Cahtornia Privet this fall and next spring. YOU want to be ready to supply demands of this character and to Get Your Share of this Privets Trade The extensive acreage on which we produce California Privet enables us to offer it to you for less money than it would cost to grow it. Our supe- rior faciUties for handling of the stock enables us to offer you a better grade. _. us send you details of the largest and most complete assortment of Privet to be found America, with special trade quotations. For prompt attention, address Desk H- Let sprung Into existence. Away back in Holland's foolish days fortunes were wasted and murders committed over tulip bulbs. While it is not probable there will be many assassinations in connection with Boston's dahlia war, the matter wil doubtless go into the courts. Alas, all is not a bed of blos- soms for tl^e dahlia faddists. — Boston Joiininl. PERSONAL. D. Y. Mellis of Flatbush, N. Y., has returned from his visit to Scotland. E. J. Faucourt of S. S. Pennock- Meehan Co. is reported as a visitor in Indianapolis. Alexander McKay, Saxonville, Mass., has retired from business on account of failing health and will go to Scot- land. Patricl< J. Reynolds, gardener for .J. P. Kernochan, was married to Miss Margaret J. Donovan at Newport, R. I., October 5. A. H. Knickman, formerly of New York, has taken a position with S. .1. Reuter & Son, at their New London (Conn.) store. (Charles Flackburn and Miss .Jose- phine McCullough, daughter of J. Al- bert McCuIlough were married at Cin- cinnati, Ohio, on October 2. LEVAVASSEUR'S 1909 ROSE NOVELTIES. Mr. Winfried Roelker of Aug. Roel- ken & Sons, New York sends us the following descriptions of Levavas- seur's three new roses, raised at Or- leans, France. Mr. Roelker saw these roses in full bloom towards end of July, and was fairly surprised at the brilliancy of their coloring. ROSE ORLEANS, a cross between Baby Rambler (Mad. Norbert Levavasseur) and an unnamed Polyantha seedling, is of a bright pink, well covered with large flower heads; the foliage a healthy green; plants standing about two feet high, of striking appearance. This rose promises to outshine the Baby Dorothy Perkins (Maman Leva- vasseur). It is reported to be a very free and continuous summer bloomer, retaining its brightness. MRS. TAFT is a cross between Baby Rambler and Crimson Rambler, possibly more in- tense in color than the latter variety; said to be constant in color, and far superior to the old Baby Rambler. Both novelties will prove valuable acquisitions to the rose trade, as well for growing in pots, as for outdoor bedding purposes. JEANNE d'ARC is a white Baby Rambler, of which it is a seedling, but with smaller foli- age. Messrs. Roelker are sending out a plate at these new roses in colors. The Burr Nurseries at Manchester, Conn., will build a large concrete building to ineet the increasing de- mands of business. The building will be 50x100, 14 feet high. Mr. and Mrs. H. S. Hill have recent- ly moved from Gardner to East Brook- field, Mass., where Mr. Hill manages the Pine-Croft Greenhouses. RUTHERFORD N. J. ROEHRS. PALMS, All Sorts and Sizes 544 HORTICULTURE October 16, 1909 IF YOU COULD SEE OUR BULBS You would place an order with us at once. They are large, sound, smooth, bright colored; just the kind for forcing or outdoor planting. Although we have had the hrgest trade so far in the history of this concern, we shall not be satisfied until we get YOUR order. SPCCIAI^ BARGAIN As an inducement for a general order of bulbs, we offer Mixed Double Hyacinths, for a few days only, at $2.35 per hundred. This is the same grade catalogued at $2.75. This offer is made for orders of not less than 50 bulbs, and only to those who mention this paper. BETTER SEND US AN ORDER TODAY JAMES VICK'S SONS,- Rochester, N.Y. Seed Trade The Burpee Purchase. The purchase of a ranch in the Lom- poc Valley by W. Atlee Burpee & Co. Is most interesting reading and may prove the forerunner of other pur- chases in the Golden State by fellow- seedsmen. As was once remarked on another occasion, Mr. Burpee and his chief push, Mr. Earl, do not follow, but. establish precedents, and have been pioneers before. This purchase was whispered in HORTICULTURE'S seed trade ear some months ago, but we did not feel at liberty to make it pub- lic, and it is probable that permission to publish the facts might not have been given at the time. For years it has been rumored that one of the largest jobbing houses was considering the establishment of a seed growing plant in California, and the result ot the Burpee experiment will be watched with much interest. It is hoped the result will be such as to encourage others to go and do likewise. Crop News. Some criticism of HORTICUL- TURE'S prop news has been made, but if anyone can point out where we have been conspicuously at fault, we should be pleased. If the writer's memory is correct, we have predicted crop results with remarkable accuracy. Latest re- ports on Sugar Corn show general im- provement as stated in issue of October 2, and the Connecticut crop promises to prove much better than was expect- ed some weeks ago, but onion seed in Connecticut has been very poor as a whole. A few crops have been a fair average, but they could not make up for the failures, yet there will be tons of Connecticut-grown onion seeds of- fered for sale, and as in former years, several times more of such seed will be sold than is grown in the entire state. And there are other items which go much the same way. Not much has been heard of potatoes as yet, but a good deal will be heard soon, and it will not be a joyful noise either as far as Maine is concerned. Reports that the tubers were rotting badly have been in circulation for some weeks, and it now can be said definite- ly that these reports are only too well- founded, and' the worst has not been told. For years Maine stock has com- manded a premium, and in fact it was difficult to dispose of other stock, hence there will be woe in many parts of the country, particularly in the South, but the real heavy losers will be the Maine farmers and those dealers who have bought farms and grow their own potatoes. Many thousands of bushels will be thrown away, and troubles and tribulations await dealers who handle Maine potatoes in all parts of the country. The losses in any event will be heavy, and if the trouble spreads and continues, they will be enormous. New York potatoes were once the standard of excellence, and they will probably come into their own again this year, and for a brief period will likely dominate the situation, though New York will have strong rivals for the crown, notably Michigan and Wis- consin, whose crops ot "Murphies" are said to be e.\cellent in quality, though short in quantity. It looks as if choice seed potatoes would bring strong prices by next spring, and it will pay well to hold them over winter. Buyers have to be educated up to high prices, and seldom are willing to pay actual values early in the season, and there seems little chance of prices being lower next spring. Beans are like corn, still a more or less uncertain factor in the general crop situation, and probably will not prove as large as expected a few weeks ago, but really accurate information will not be obtainable for a few weeks yet. All that can be given is the trend of things at this writing. Of course, the bean crop is made, but it is not housed, and "there's many a slip 'twixt cup and lip" — between the maturing and safe storing of a crop of beans — as many a grower has learned to his sorrow. It is said that the Lima bean crop — meaning commercial Limas for con- sumption— is the largest ever harvested in California, while the quality is very fine. If threshing and storing can be completed before rain comes, the enor- mous crop will unquestionably have the effect of depressing prices. This great crop was produced in five coun- ties, and divided about as follows: Ventura, 950,000 bags; Orange, 275,000 bags; Los Angeles, 100,000 bags; Santa Barbara, 20,000 bags; San Diego, 15,000 bags. It will be noted that Ventura county produces nearly two-thirds of the entire output, but in some of the other counties the business is in its in- fancy and the splendid success attend- ing this year's venture will no doubt lead to a large extension of the indus- try. All this will be hailed with sat- isfaction by seedsmen, as it indicates that they will not have to be depend- ent on a small group of men in a very restricted territory for their seed Limas, and, by the way, it may be taken for granted that the crop of seed Limas this year will be above average — both in quantity and quality. Notes. "Culture of Garden Peas for Canning Purposes," is the title of a paper by Mr. W. S. Siebert, printed in "The Con- ner'' ot October 7th. It is able, and in the main reliable and accurate. Not otly canners, but seedsmen will find ibis paper interesting and informing. Some criticism of it may follow in next week's issue. Boston seedsmen report an unusual- ly heavy bulb trade — some say the largest they have ever had. They have had to cable second, and even third orders. So far as can be learned, trade has been exceptionally good every- where, and the promises of a pennant year for the trade as a whole were never brighter. The season of 1909-10 will almost surely set a new high rec- ord. The advent of Mr. Theo. Cobb, for over twenty years with D. M. Ferry & Co., into the corporation of J. F. Noll & Co., of Newark, N. J., addsi a live wire to the staff of that concern. Mr. Cobb has been considering this move since last spring, and his connection with the business has been contingent upon Mr. Dungan's becoming identi- fied with it. With Dungan and Cobb working Jn harmony, J. F. Noll & Co. (Inc.) will become known by many who have never yet heard of them. They will have the hearty congratula- tions of all broad-minded, right-think- ing persons, and best wishes for their success. Canadense, Super- bum, Single and Double Tigers, named Elegans, LILIES Tenuifolium, Wallacei, etc. GERMAN AND JAPAN IRIS, DEL- PHINIUM FORMOSUM Write for prices EC mi I CD Wading River ■ OilHILLCIf L.I., N. Y. October 16, 1909 HORTICULTURE 545 Dreer's Special Offer OF Hardy Perennial Phloxes We are the largest growers of Perennial Phlox In the world. Our collectiou is unequalled, and we are pre- pared to furnish the new and rare kinds as well as all the popular standard varieties in large quantities. The plants we offer are all strong one-year-old field- grown plants and will make a fine display of flowers next season. $8.00 $75.00 New and Rare Varieties. Per 100 Per 1000 Aglae Adanson (Tall). Immense flowers, snow-white, with red eye F. G. Von Lassburg (Medium). The pur- est white in cultivation ; individual flowers larger than any other white.. Jules Cambon (Medium). Brilliant red- dish-purple, with exceptionally large, pure white centre Louis Blanc (Tall). Reddish-violet, with purple -shadings and darker eye. A distinct dark-colored variety Prosper Henry (Dwarf). Large compact truss of pure white with bright crim- son-carmine center Siebold (Dwarf). An improvement on the popular scarlet "Coquellcot," brighter and stronger George A. Strohlein (Medium). Bright scarlet, with crimson-red eye; does not bleach Mme. Paul Dutrie (Medium). A delicate lilac-rose, reminding one of some of the beautiful soft pink Orchids. The flowers are very large, and borne in panicles of immense size 10.00 Vesuvius (Medium). One of our new seedlings; pure red, with bright purple eye; a dazzling color Von Hochberg (Medium). The ideal crimson Phlox ; the richest of its color 10.00 8.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 10.00 10.00 i.OO 75.00 50.00 50.00 50.00 90.00 90.00 90.00 50.00 90.00 General Collection of Hardy Phlox. Best Scarlet and Red Varieties. Consul H. Trost (Medium). Pure red, with bright French- purple eye. Coquelicot (Dwarf). A fine pure scarlet, with crimson-red eye. Etna (Medium). Crimson red suffused with fiery red; cherry- red eye. Frau Dora Umgeller (Tall). Crimson red; a strong free- floweriug late variety. General \un Heutsz (Medium). Scarlet, with rose shadings and crimson-red eye. Pecheur d'lslande (Tall). Crimson red, suffused with cochi- neal-red and carmine-red eye. Professor Virehow (Medium). Bright carmine, overlaid with orange scarlet, fine. B. P. Struthers (Tall). Rosy carmine, with claret-red eye, line. Price: Anv of the Scarlet or Red Varieties, $6.00 per 100; $50.00 per 1000. Best White Varieties. Albion (Tall). One of our own Introductions; producing very large panicles of pure white flowers with a faint aniline-red eye. Diadem (Dwarf). A fine dwarf, pure white. Helena Vacaresco (Dwarf). Very large-flowering dwarf, white. Uermine (Dwarf). The dwarfest variety in our collection, never exceeding ten inches in height; pure white flowers of good size, early; unequalled for bordering; a perfect little gem. .Jeanne d'Arc (Tall). A good standard late white. Louise Abbema (Dwarf). A dwarf pure white of fine form. Mrs. Jenkins (Tall). The best tall early white for massing. Price: Any of the White Varieties, $5.00 per 100; $40.00 per 1000. Best Pink and Rose-colored Varieties. Bacchante (Tall). Tyrian rose with crimson-carmine eye. Caran d'.Ache (Dwarf). Geranium-red, with old rose shadings and white eye; very effective. Clara Benz (Dwarf). Lovely carmine rose, with darker eye. General Giovaninelli (Dwarf). Bright Tyrian rose, with light sliadings at the base of each petal, a pure red eye; very effective. La Vague (Medium). Pure mauve, with aniline-red eye. Pacha (Dwarf). Deep rose pink, suffused with Solferino-red and carmine-purple eye. Pantheon (Tall). Bright carmine rose. Selnia (Tall). Large flower, pale rose mauve, with claret-red eye. Sunshine (Dwarf). Large, aniline-red with crimson-red eye and light halo. Von Goethe (Tall). Tyrian rose, suffused with carmine lake and carmine-red eye. Price: Any of the Pink or Rose sorts, $5.00 per 100; $40.00 per 1000. Best Purple and Crimson Varieties. B. Comtc (Tall). A glowing reddish or French purple; one of the finest dark-colored varieties. Charles Sellier (Dwarf). Bright reddish-violet with large white star-shaped centre. Champs Klysee (Medium). A very bright rosy magenta of an effe(.-tive shade. Chevalier de Boufflers. (Medium). Deep reddish violet, with brighter shadings. Eclaireur (Tall). Brilliant rosy magenta, with largfe lighter halo; an excellent variety. Edniond Boissier (Dwarf). Bright reddish-violet, with large white halo. Edmond Rostand (Medium). Reddish violet, shading brighter towards the centre with an exceptionally large white centre. La Foudre (Tall). Rich glowing French purple, shading crimson. Le Mahdi (Tall). Deep reddish violet, with darker eye. Obergartner Wittig (Medium). Bright magenta, with crim- son-carmine eye; large flower and truss; one of the best. Price: Anv of the Purple and Crimson sorts; $5.00 per 100; $40.00 per 1000. Best Light Varieties With Dark Eyes. Bridesmaid (Tall). White, with large crimson-carmine centre. Colibri (Tall). White, with crimson-carmine centre; very late. Henry Murger (Tall). Beautiful variety; white, crimson-car- mine centre. H. O. Wijers (Tall). Glistening white, with bright crimson- carmine eye. Price: Anv of the Light Varieties with Dark Eyes, $5.00 per 100; $40.00 per 1000. Best Mottled Varieties. Antonin Mercie. (Medium.) Light ground color, upper half of petal deeply suffused- bluish-lilac; large, white halo. Beranger (Dwarf). Ground color white, delicately suffused with rosy pink, distinct amaranth-red eye. De Miribel" (Medium). White, suffused with bright rosy scar- let, red eye. , . ' ^ Eugene Danzanvillier (Tall). Lilac, shading white towards the edges : large white centre. Mozart (Tall). Ground color white, suffused salmon; aniline- red eve Price: Any of the Mottled Varieties, $5.00 per 100; $40.00 per 1000. Phlox Sufruticosa — Miss Lingard. Extra strong plants of this valuable early white flowering variety $6.00 per 100; $50.00 per 1000. For the most complete assortment of Hardy Perennials offered in America, see our current Wholesale Li»t. HENRY A. DREER, 714 Chestnut Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. 546 HORTICULTURE October 16, 1909 LILIUM AURATUM. The subject of our cover illustration needs no introduction to tlie readers of HORTICULTURE. But all who plant auratums do not make a suc- cess of it and inquiries as to its char- acter and needs are often met with. The present is a good time for plant- ing Lilium auratum. The bulbs should be set not less than ten inches deep in well-drained soil. They should then be mulched so that no frost can reach them, as auratum is one of the very few lilies that commence to grow now and continue to grow right along all through the winter. SEED TRADE NOTES. T. W. Wood & Sons, who started their seed business in the store at the corner of 6th and Marshall streets In 1879, recently remodeled and reno- vated the place and It is now one of the best equipped retail seed estab- lishments in this section. Huntington & Page, prominent for many years in the seed business of Indianapolis, Ind., have gone into re- ceiver's hands. Thomas Quill has been appointed receiver. Liabilities are given as ?30,000 and assets $20,000. There is a possibility of another seed house making a start in Providence. It would seom that there are enough there already, still if another starts let's wish it success. USEFUL BOOKS. We can supply the following books, postpaid, at the prices listed: — The American Carnation. C. W. Ward. Price, $3.50 Chrysanthemum Manual. Smith. Price, 40 cents. The Chrysanthemum. Herrington. Price, 50 cents. Manual of the Trees of North Amer- ica. C. S. Sargent. Price, $6.00. Soils: How to Handle and Improve Them. S. W. Fletcher. Price, $2.20. Daffodils-Narcissus and How to Grow Them. A. M. Kirby. Price, $1.10. The Art of Landscape Gardening. By Humphrey Repton. Price, $;;.20. Roses and How to Grow Them. By Many Experts. Price, $1.21. The New Cyclopedia of American Horticulture. L. H. Bailey. Four vol- umes, $20.00. How to Plan the Home Grounds. S. Parsons, Jr. Price, $1.10. How to Make a Vegetable Garden. Edith L. FuUerton. Price, $2.20. "Money in Grasses," by Joseph Theo- dore Barenbiug, Bavenbiug Burgers & Co., Arnhem, Holland.— This is a book of sterling value to anyone interested iu the glass seed industry and to every gardener who has tn do with lawns and pleasure grounds. Price, $1.00 pcstpaid. ROBERT J. DYSART Public Accountant and Auditor simple methcHU of correct accounttnf twpecUllT »d»pted for flori»t»' um*. Books Balanced and Adjusted MsrcbanU Buk BvUdtas 28 8TATE STREET, - BOSTON Ttir»i>«D«, luiB ea. MICHELL'S RELIABLE SEEDS Micheirs Giant Cyclamen Grown for us in England by a leading specialist, and cannot be excelled for size and brilliancy of coloring. loo seeds looo Duke of Connau^ht, crimson.. .$1.25 $10.00 £xceiBier, white with red eye 1.25 10.00 Grandif lora Alba, pure white. . . . 1.25 10.00 Princess of "Wales, deep pink 1.35 10.00 Salmon Qaeen, salmon rose 1.35 10.00 Mixed 1. 00 9.00 Our Latest Wholesale Henry F. Michell Co., ' Mignonette IVIicliell's Colossal An extra fine strain ; produces im- mense spikes. Seeds saved in greenhouse from selected spikes. Trade packet, 40c; $3.00 per oz. Catalogue for the Asking 018 Market Street Phila. Two Valuable Seed Novelties Do not fail to include in your next catalogue HOLMES' DELICIOUS SWEET CORN and HOLMES'tGREEN PROLIFIC POLE LIMA Two of the greatest acquisitions ever offered. See our full page advertisement in Horticulture of Sept. iStti for descriptions and illustrations. Liberal terms to the trade. Write at once before our limited surplus is all engaged. HOLIYIES SEED CO., Harrisburg, Pa. MWMMWMMWWMMAIMMMWMMMJ THOMPSON'S MANURES vine and Plant, 25 lb.. $2.00 Chrysanthemum, 25 " $3.75 W. ELLIOTT & SONS, NEW YORK o i« r> B i« ]v o XV French and Dutch Bulbs FOR FALL SHIPIMENT Wholesale Price List mailed to Florists on application. Joseph Breck & Sons Corp. 47-54 NO. MARKET ST., BOSTON, MASS. CABBAGE. Succession, Flat Dutch and Savoy, $i.co per lOoo. $8.50 per 10,000. CEIiERr. White Plume and Golden Self Blanching. $1.00 per 1000. $8.50 per $10,000. PARSLEY. 95 cts. per too. $1.25 per toco. Cash with Ordkr R. VINCENT, JR., & SONS CO. White Marsh, Md. c AULIFLOWERS A B B A G E ESTABLISHED 1802 Paper White Narcissus and all other DUTCH BULBS of High Grade. A few LILIUM HARRISII "7/5" left at $37.00 per 1000 J. M. THORBURN & CO. 33 Barclay Street NEW YORK NOTICE I have purchased all the assets of the A. J. Pieters Seed Company and will fill all contracts for 1909 crop. Deliveries are now being made and I shall have a surplus list ready in October. Please write n e about what you want and let me quote you on 1910 crop. Address all correspondence to A. J PIETERS Seed Grower HOLLISTER, - - CAL. LILY OP THE VALLEY PIPS. ~ HIALMAR HARTMANN & CO. Longangsstraede 20, COPENHAGEN, DENMARK. Ward's Lily Bulbs Not how cheap, but how good. Ralph M. Ward & Co. 12 W.Broadway, New York In ordering goods please add "I saw It In HORTICUTURE. . October 16, 1909 HORTICULTURE 547 •^ SINGLE LATE MAY-FLOWERING ^ or DECORATION DAY TULIPS These are exceptionally useful flowers for Decoration Day, and every florist should plant out a few. Once planted, they will remain for years and serve you with a wealth of bloom. 100 1000 IJcauty of America. Creamy white, turning pink... $1 00 $8 GO liizarres. Handsome, rich flowers, with yellow ground ; finest mixed 75 6 00 Bouton d'Or. Deep golden yellow; very handsome flowers 85 7 50 Bridesmaid. Lovely soft pinlj ; 85 7 50 B.vbloems (Roses). White ground, blotched, striped or feathered with lilac 85 7 50 Bybloems (Violets). White ground, striped and blotched purple and blue 90 8 00 Darwin. Very large flowers. They include every known shade 85 750 Golden Crown. Large, bright yellow 1 00 7 50 Gesneriana, Scarlet (true). Largest and handsomest of all Tulips; fine for Decoration Day 125 10 00 Macrospeila. Crimson-scarlet, black center 85 7 50 Isabella (Shandon Bells). Carmine-rose, shaded creamy white 1 00 9 00 Maiden's BInsh, or Picolee. Clear white, margined on the edge with pink, pointed and reflexed petals; most beautiful 90 8 00 PARROT, or DRAGON TULIPS Parrot Tulips should be more largely grown. Their odd colors and fantastic shades make them ready sellers, and make a unique decoration when placed in vases or low bowls. 100 1000 .\dmiral de Constantinople. Large : red, yellow edge, $0 85 $7 50 Cramoisie Brillante. Rich blood-crimson, with bluish markings 85 7 50 Lntea major. Large, showy yellow 75 7 00 Markgraaf von Baden. Red and yellow, orange in- side ; very showy 1 00 9 00 Perfecta. Yellow, striped red 85 7 50 SuperBne Mixed Parrot Tulips 75 6 00 ARTHUR T. BODDINGTON, SEEDSMAN 342 W. 14th Street, New York City, N. Y. CYCLAMEN NEW CROP FARQUHAR'S GIANT STRAIN Is UNEXCELLED for size and profusion of bloom To obtain large flowering plants for Thanksgiving and Christmas 1910, seeds should be sown now. Giant Crimson Giant Blood Red Giant Salmon Giant Pink Giant Excelsior, Giant White Picturatum, Price per 1000 seeds, $10 00 100 seeds, $1.00 R. &J. FARQUHAR & GO. 6 & 7 So. Market St., Boston, Mass. White with claret base Pink with claret base CYCLAMEN SEED Especially grown for us In England. A superb, large flowering strain in 10 separate colors. lOO seeds, »1.00 ; lOOO seeds, S8.00 H. E. FISKESEEDCO. Faneull Hall Square BOSTON, - - MASS. Burpee's Seeds PHILADELPHIA LEONARD SEED CO. CONTRACT GROWERS AND WHOLESALE DEALERS BEANS, PEAS, SWEET CORN, ONION, GARDEN SEEDS ONiox SETS Qg| Qyf pf jpgj ^_ ki??zISVx'reet. C H I CACO FLOWER SEEDS . I. MURSb & 10. San Francisco, Cal. Onion, Lettuce, Sweet Peas llL California Specialties CATALOGUE Designing and Illustrating For florists, seertsmcn, etc. Photograpbs ami designs of all liinds carefully made and promptly submitted. CEO. E. DOW „_ 178 Washington St, Boston, Mass^ Ust of Wholesale Price* mailed t* those who plant tor preflt MY GIANT CYCLAMEN are ahead in Growth and Flowers. Bloodred, Carmine. Daybreak, Lilac. Pink, Pure White, White carmine eyed, each separate Tr. Pkt. $i.oo. ico^ Seeds $6.00. Above even mixed Tr. Pkt. 75c, 1000 Seeds $5.00. For larger quantities, special quo.ation. O. V. ZANCEN,Seedsmar,HOBOKEN,N.J. NEW PRICE LIST of my celebrated winter flowering Sweet Pea Seed is being mailed. If yoo have not received a copy please send for one. Nerw crop of seed will be ready around July 16tfc next. ANT. C. ZVOLANEK Bound Brook, - ■ - New Jersey BERMUDA LILIES Harrlsli and Longiflonini. Selected. Lillum Longiflorum Qlganteum C. S. by the case of 300. THOMAS J. GREY CO. 32 south Market Street, Boston, Mass. FRENCH AND DUTCH BULBS Columbia Farm Harris!! Fischers Purity Freesias Send for trade list; Schlegel & Fofiler Go. 2« t 2r So. Market St.. BOSTON, JIASS. BRIDGEMAN'S SEED WAREHOUSE RICKARDS BROS. Props. 17 East I9tli St., - HEW YORK CITY 548 HORTICULTURE October 16, 1909 JOHN BREITMEYER'S ^=SONS=^ Cor. Miami and Qiiatiot Aves. DETROIT, MICH. Artistic Designs . . . Higli Grade Gut Blooms We cover all Michigan points and good •ectiona of Ohio» Indiana and Canada. WILLIAM J. SMYTH FLORIST Cor. Michigan Ave. and 31st St., CHICAGO We ship to all points in Illinois and Iowa. Phones: Douglaa744, Douglas S23, Douglas 740 THE FLORIST HAUSWIRTH Out of Town orders for Hospitals Carefully filled. 232 Michigan Ave. CHICAGO AUDITORIUM ANNEX Tel. Harrlion S8S SAMUEL MURRAY Florist Coates House Conservatory 101 r BROADWAY, KANSAS CITY, MO. Both 'Piionea 2670 Main. WASHINGTON, D. C. *Silr QUDE*S 1214 r ST icvy The Far-Famed Flowers of TORONTO Delivered on m:\n or telegraph order for any occasiou, in any part of tlie DoiuiQion. JOHN H. DUNLOP, 06 Yonee St., Toronto. Ont. Tlie Park Floral Co. J. A. VALENTINE, Pres. DENVER, COLORADO WILLIAM L. ROCK FLOWER CO. KANSAS CITY. MO. will ctirefully execnte orders lor Kansas City and any town in Missouri or Kansas. Flowers ^Quality BUFFALO. N. Y. W. J. PALMER &. SON, 304 Main St. Of Interest to Retail Florists Fairmount, W. Va.— Miss Elizabeth Wallace has taken over the floral es- tablishment of H. Glenn Fleming. Detroit, Mich. — J.F.Sullivan's store is being materially improved by lower- ing the show windows and the intro- duction of other up-to-date features. NEW FLOWER STORES. Hamilton, O.— W. J. Grey ,^ Jr. Grand Forks, N. D.— N. P. Linberg. Covington, Ky. — Anna Cronan, Madi- son avenue. Pittsburgh, Pa.— A. W. Smith Co., Liberty avenue. Boston, Mass.— P. L. Carbone, 342 Boylston street. Muskegee, Okla.,— C. E. Taube, 230 West Broadway. Santa Barbara, Cal.— George Whip- ple, State street. Cincinnati, 0.— C. J. Jones, Walnut Hills. J. Linfoot. Bridgeton, N. J.— Theo. B. Edwards, East Commerce St. Rochester, N. Y.— Wm. Dobbertln, 208 Clinton avenue. Georgetown, D. C— Geo. A. Comley, 1205 Wisconsin avenue. Cleveland, O.— D. Charlesworth & Son, 10601 Euclid avenue. Cleveland, O.^ Jones & Russell, cor. Euclid and Huron avenues. Stamford, Conn.— McMillan & Co., Carroll & Willard Building. . Chicago, 111.— George Woodward, 50th street and Lake avenue. Philadelphia, Pa.— London Flower Shop, Ltd., 1609 Chestnut street. San Francisco, Cal.— N. Jung, Haight street. N. Peterson, Haight street. Binghamton, N. Y.— W. R. Grey & Son. at 58 Court street with W. S. Smith & Sons. St. Louis, Mo.— Mullanphy Floral Co., Grand avenue and Herbert street. Grimm & Gorley, Washington avenue. Henry Kahis. St. Louis, Mo.— John H. Kahrs, flor- ist, has leased for five years the store in the Oriel Building at 322 N. 6th street. The rental is $3,000 a year. The store has a frontage of 8 feet and a depth of 23 feet. Rutherford, N. J.- The Julius Roehrs Co. have decided to withdraw from sale this season the novelty, Celosia Pride of Castle Gould, of which they have one house full at present but not yet in such shape as to offer to the trade. ALEX. MeCONNELL S7I FIFTH AVENUE NEW YORK CITY Telegraphic orders forwarded to any part of the United States, Canada, and all principal cities of Europe. Orders transferred or intrusted by the trade to our selection for delivery on steamship! or elsewhere receive special attentioc TelephoneCalls,487an(l 488 MurrayHIII Cable Address, ALHXCONNELL DAVID CLARKE'5 SONS DellTcr orders from any part of the couatry tt New York City Or OUT-OOINQ STBAMERS Write or lelegraph 2139-2141 Broadway, New York Telephone 1593-1^^3 Cohimbus M. A. BOWE In the Heart of New York City 1294 Broadway Tel. 2270, 38th St. NEW YORK Our Motto— The Golden Rule YOUNG & NUGENT 42 West 28 St., NEW YORK "rLXtMtRS BY TELtGRAPtl" UbBANY, M. T. ~ nowew or Design Wortc 9KUYERKD IH ALBAKY AND VICDim ON TKLKGRAPHIC ORDER. n NORTH PEARL ST., ALBANY. M.T. Flower Deliveries In Brooklyn and other Long Island Points New York City, New Jersey, etc. At Theatres, Hotels, Steamers or Residences. WILSON Fultoa SI and Breeie Aie., Broolilyn, N. Y. DANKER, ^^.T' ORDERS FOR Choice Flowers and Floral Emblems FILLED PROMPTLY BOSTON'S~BEST In Quality and Design QMi b« relied npon when yon transfer jmB retail orders to EDWARD MACMULKIN l»4 BoyUtOB Street, Bostoa For Ste inert wailmK from Montreal and Queb Order by Mail or Telegraph from MONTREAL Careful attention and prompt r^elivery. LOUISVILLE, KY. JACOB SCHULZ, 660 South Fourth Ave. (October 16, 190& HORTICULTURE 549 A NOVEL DECORATION SCHEME. The* difflculty of decorating a large ■ Ucpartraent store is well known. In a recent local decoration of this kind iD Detroit, Breitmeyer hit on a novel plan whereby they not only filled the place acceptably, but also expressed the sentiment of the harvest season by suspending fourteen hammocks made of common chicken wire between the large columns on some bare wall spaces. The underside was covered with green moss, the inside filled with damp sphagnum and some jars with water. These were then filled with hydrangea, purple wild asters, zinnias, marigolds, corn showing the ripe fruic and a variety of berries. As' green, tamarix, laurel-leaved willow, Wichu- raiana roses, corn stalks and autumn- colored oak leaves were used. There were many other good features such as a marble fountain covered with oak bark to look like a grotto, etc., all of which worked harmoniously to produce an artistic and seasonable decoration. FRANK DANZER. NEW ENGLAND FLOWER DELIVERIES Send flower orders for delivery in Boston and all New England points lo THOS. F. GALVIN 124 Tremont St., Boston TRANSFER Your orders for flower or plant deliv- ery in Eastern New England to JULIUS A. ZINN 2 Beacon St , Boston WELLESLEY COLLEGE Oau »mU, Walnut Hill asd Rockridge Hall ^Sckl>ol«. TAILBY.Wellesley, Mass. Tel, Welluley 44-1 ud 1. Night 44-]. CHICAGO NOTES. Business and General News. The Warv.'ick Flower Shop at 574 47th street is iu charge of a new man- ager, Frank Vogt, who has formerly been in the retail business in various parts of the city. The first snow of the season ap- peared Tuesday, Oct. 12th. There was just enough to warn the florist that the time had come for everything lo be in shape for the winter. No one except the ooal men felt jubilant at the first sight of snow in the air. George Woodward, whose connection wih the private place of H. H. Mitchell has made him well known here, will open a retail flower store at 51st and Lake streets about the loth of October. Mr. Mitchell is moving his palms, etc., to his summer home at Lake Geneva, Wis. A series of assemblies will be given by the West End Woman's Club .that will make florists in other cities hope the idea may prove infectious. The first one comes off this week and is called a rose festival, that being the club flower. The decorations will call for thousands of roses and the dancers will wear garlands of roses. The work of City F'orester J. H. Prost and the useful knowledge he has disseminated by means of the various pamphlets he has issued is bearing fruit in the interest the people of Chi- cago are taking in the planting of trees and care for those already plant- ed. Oaks and other hard wood trees have not done well in the past, but it is claimed that with the right treat- ment they might be made to thrive. Among the large growers in and around Chicago, stock is in first-class condition. The rose Mrs. Jardine has struck a wave of appreciation. Wietor Bros., who are keen observers, have p\U in 20,000 of it this year against 1000 last year, and regard it as lead- ing in the qualities of continuous blooming, long keeping and fragrance. Carnations Enchantress and White perfection are placed at the head of the list for shipping qualities by John Kruchten, who has been giving them a decisive test in shipments three limes a week to New Orleans. Hoerber Bros., whose advertisement as wholesale florists appears regularly in this paper, have what is regarded as a model plant for rose and carna- tion growing and visitors to Chicago should visit their new office at 51 Wa- ba'Hh avenue and inspect the quality of material their expert grower, F. Benthey, is already turning' out from this up-to-date equipment. The houses are of Foley construction, ten oif them, each 271,^x300; seven devoted to roses and three to carnations. W. F. Hoer- ber manages the selling department and F. C. Hoerber the greenhouses. Personal. Miss Then leaves for a week in Detroit in a few days. Florists are especially interested in the success of Miss Grace Kennicott, daughter of the late Flint Kennicott, who has a marvellous voice and has THE BEST LETTERS Boston Florist Letter Go. 66 PEAKL ST., BOSTON N. F. McCarthy, Mp. Ordar direct or bur from your local •opplr dealor. Insist oq haTinv th* BOSTON InacnptioDs, Emblem*, etc.. Always in Stock made a great success in the musical world. Miss Ida Evert after an absence of seven months has again taken a stand in the Market. She will handle stock grown by her father and brother at 255 Devon avenue. Mr. Evert makes the growing of fancy vegetables a winter specialty. Anton Then, one of the old time successful Chicago growers has been making an extended auto tour of Michigan and various sections of Illinois and says h.3 finds indications of a good lively year ahead. He is building a new office. A series of friendly visits for the promotion both of good will and busi- ness are being exchanged between the ladies of the Flower Growers' Market. Two weeks ago Mrs. A. W. Myers was th'2 hostess and this week Miss Josepha Then will entertain. These social events include tours of the greenhouses. Visitor: Frank M. Smith of Smith & Fetters, Cleveland. "FLOWERS BY TELEGRAPH." Leading Retail Florists Listed by Towns for Ready Reference. Denver, Colo.— Park Floral Co., 1706 Broadway. Washington, D. C— Gude Bros., 1214 F St. Chicago— Hauswlrth, "The Florist," 232 Michigan Ave. Chicago — William J. Smyth, Michigan Ave. and 31st St. Chicago— George Wittbold Co., 1657-59 Duckingham Place. Louisville, Ky. — Jacob Schulz, 550 Sontb Fourth Ave. Bogton— Thos. F. Galvin, 124 Tremont St. Boston — Edward MacMulkin, 194 Boyl- ston St. Boston — HofEman, Florist, 59-61 Massa- chusetts av. Boston — Julius A. Zinn, 2 Beacon St. Wellesley, Mass. — Tallby. Detroit, Mich. — J. Breltmeyer's Sons, Miami and Gratiot Aves. Kansas City, Mo. — Samuel Murray, 1071 Broadway. Kansas Citv, Mo. — Wm. L. Rock Flowei Co., 1116 Walnut St. Albauy, N. Y.— H. G. Eyres, 11 N. Pearl St. Albany, N. Y.— F. A. Danker, 40 Maiden Lane. New York— David Clarke's Sons, 2139- 2141 Broadway. New York — Alex. MoConnell, 571 5th Ave. New York— Young & Nugent, 42 W. 28th St. New Y'ork — M. A. Bowe, 1294 Broadway. Brooklyn, N. Y.— Robert G. Wilson. Ful- ton St. and Greene Ave. Buffalo. N. Y.— Palmer's, 304 Main St. Montreal, Can. — P. McKenna & Son, St. Catherine and Gay Sts. Toronto, Can.— J. H. Dunlop, 96 Ycnge St. 550 HORTICULTURE October 16, 190* aiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiimiiimiiiiiiiiiinniiniiiiiiimiuiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiinii MUMS $10.00 -$25.00 per 100 All the best commercial varieties on the market. We are headquarters for Mums. You will find here the best values. CATTLEYAS $6. OO per dozen, $40.00 per I OO Business hours: 7. A. M. to 8 P. M. LEO NiESSEN CO. 1209 Arch Street, - PHILADELPHIA, PA. ShilllllllllilllllllllllillllllllllillllliillllllllllllllllllilllllllllillllllR HOERBER BROS. SI Wabash Avb. CHICAGO, III. Long Distance Phono Randolph 2758 Cut Flowers ALWAYS GOOD, FRESH STOCK Telegraph, Telephone or Bring in Your Orders WE GROW OUR OWN FLOWERS. Roses and Carnations Our Specialty GHRYSANTHEMUIMS SINGLE VIOLETS W.E.McKISSICK&BROS.,^F?^?.'f.'' 1619-1621 Ranstead St.. PliiladElpliia ^ / \ f CUT FLOWER BOXES EDWARDS FOJ.DING BOX CO MANUFACTURERS PHILADELPHIA. 'PA. 4 "- . ' ' / V CHAS. W. MeKEUAR 51 WABASH AVE., CHICAGO Western Headquarters for Choice Orchids Valley, Roses and all Cut Flowers PETER REINBERG WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS SI Wabash Av., Chicago, 111. Long Distance Phone, Central 6004 WINTERSON'S SEED STORE 4S-47-49 Wabath Ave., Chicago. Seedsmen, Plantsmen, Nurserymen Florists' Supplies We can supply everything used by th« Florist. SUPPLY CATALOG FREE. Cor- respoudeiice solicited. POEHLMANN BROS. GO. 33-35-37 Randolph St., • CHICAGO CUT FLOWERS Greenhouses. - Morton Qrove, IIL Rice Brothers I IS N. 6th Street, niNNEAPOLIS, niNN WHOLESALE FLORISTS and SUPPLIES CUT FLOWERS received twice daily, and can 611 four orders to yoiir sattsfaction. A CGmplcte line of RaxiT Greens — WILD SMILAX, BOXWOOD aARI)Y FANCY FERNS, GALAX LEAVES. Write for qtiotatioiis on large quantities. In ordering goods please add "I saw It In HORTICULTURE." WELCH BROS. AMERICAN BEAUTY, KILLARNEY, RICHHOND, HARYLAND AND ALLTHE SUPERIOR R0SB5, LILY OF THE VALLEY, CARNATIONS, ORCHIDS 226 Devonshire Street, Boston, Mass. WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKETS— ™*" """^^^SU^iRs only CHICAGO Oct. 12 I TWIB ariBs ! I Oct. II I PBILA. Oct. II B06T0> Oct. 14 Rosms j Am. Beauty, Fancy and Special. .■ lao.oc to " Extra J15 00 to " No. I jie.oc to *' Lower grades 5 .00 to B«*6e,'Maid,Chatenay, F. & S 5.00 to " " Lower grades 3.00 to KMaroey, Fan. & Sp I 5.00 to Lower grades [ a. 00 to lUchmoDd, Fancy & SpeciaL . I 5.0c to " Lower grades j 3.00 to My Maryland, Kaisertn [ j.oc to OAf^HATIONS I a.oo to mtSGELUANEaUS Chrysanthemums Gladioli Violets Canfeyac Lily oV the vlaiey .! ! .\,.\...'. Mignonette j.T,... to Gardenias 35*00 to Aidlantum to Siollax •> ' ta.oo to Aspavagus Plumasus , strings (100)40.00 to " " ft Spren. (iocbchB.)|as.oo to 33-00 20.00 15.0c 10.00 8x>o 4.00 8.00 4.00 10.00 60.C0 12.00 3.00 to to 75.00 15.00 4.00 60.00 25.00 15.00 10. o« 6.00 6.0D 3.00 6.00 3.00 6.00 3.00 4. CO 35.00 25.00 15.00 10.00 8.00 6.00 8.00 6.00 7. CO 6,00 8. CO to to . 40.00 19.50 3.00 20. 00 •75 10.00 35-O0 95.00 50.00 15.00 4.00 25.00 1. 00 15.C0 50.00 3500 17.00 15,00 10.00 6. CO 5.C0 3.00 6.00 3.00 6.00 3.00 3.00 8.0a 6.00 4.00 8.00 5.00 8.00 5.00 S.oo la.oo 3.00 .50 40.00 10 00 15.00 95.00 25.00 .60 50.00 19.50 4.00 25,00 1. 00 20,00 50.00 SO.ao 18.00 10.00 4.00 2.00 a.oo -25 3.00 .50 2.00 •5Q .50 8.00 to I. 00 to •35 to 35.00 to 8.00 10 a^>o to .50 to 16.00 to .75 » 10.00 to ■5>oo t5oo fCilUmey, Fan. & Sp 400 10 6.00 *' Lower grades 2.03 to 4.00 Richmond, Fancy & Special 4.00 to b.oo " Lower grades a. 00 to 4.C0 My Maryland, Kaiserin 4 00 to 8 00 CARNATIONS a.oo to 3.00 ntlSCELLANEOUS Chrysanthemums 800 to 25.00 Gladioli to Asters ! to Violets j .£o to .60 Cattleyas ' 40.00 to 50.00 LiUcG 18.C0 to Lily of the Valley , 3.00 to 4.00 Mignonette to Gardenias to Adiaooum ' .75 t* ^-^^ ^Uajc ' za.50 to 15.C0 Asparagus Plumoajfi, strings (loo)j 35.00 to 50.00 " " & Spren. (100 bchs.) ao.co to 25.00 30.00 25.00 18.00 4.00 4.00 3-00 4.00 3XW 4.00 3.00 4.03 to to to to to to to to to to to 35.00 30.0c 22.00 [6.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 •0.00 15.00 6x0 a.oo 12.50 to 25,00 to to to .60 to to 5c .00 T5.00 4.00 .50 30.00 13.50 3.00 to to 25.00 to 35.00 1.50 to 15.00 to 2000 30.00 to 50.00 30.00 to 50.00 25.00 to 3.00 5.00 3.CO 3.00 8 00 3.00 .50 .50 .50 to 35.00 to 35.00 10.00 8.00 6.00 8.00 6.00 8.00 ^.00 6. CO 3.00 8 00 25.00 4.00 1.50 .60 75.00 15.00 4.0c 1.50 35.00 1.50 15.00 50.00 30.00 12.50 8.00 3.00 6.00 2. CO 6, CO a. CO 6.00 3 00 3.00 3s.e« i5.»o lO.Ofr 5.oa 8.0O '4.00 10. ac 4.a* I 8.00 to to to 30,00 • 50 10 .6a 50.00 ID 75.00 la.50 10 15.00 3.00 to 4.00 lo 95.00 1. 00 to 1.50 to 15.00 to 5».*» to St.o> 552 H O K T I C U L T U RE October 16, 1909 FORD BROTHERS 48 West 28th Street NEW YORK fi ROSES, flNCI MNIliS A Full Line of All CUT FLOWERS •Telephone, 3870 or 3871 Madison Sqnare H. E. FROMENT Wholesale Commission Florist, Choice Cut Flowers, 57 West 28th St. :: NEW YORK Telephones: 2200, 2201, Madison Square. Alfred H. Langjahr All choice cnt-flowers in season. Send for quotations. Correspondence with shippers of first class stock invited. 55 West 29th Strert New York Telephones 4r26-4627 MadlBon Sqnare Edward C. Horan Wholesale Florist 55 WEST 28th ST. T«'- 11" «'«"«»'"• Square NCW YOrfc PHILIP F, KESSLER 55 & 5? W. 26th St., New York. GUT FLOWERS WHOLESALE Open from 5 a. m. to 6 p. m. Sunday till 10 a. m. FINEST LILIES IN THE MARKET. Tel. 5243 and 2921 Madison Square. JOHN YOUNG WHOLESALE FLORIST Finest American Beautiea and Carnations 51 West 26 St. - NEW YORK FRANK MILLANG Wholesale Florist 55-57 West 26th St., NEW YORK Shipments, any quantity, Whole- gale Market Rates. Greater Ne-w YorK Florists* Association, Inc. Now Open for Gut Flower Consignments ' 162 LWngston Street, BROOKLYN, N. Y. Geo. W. Crawbuck Telephone Connection Manager 3642-43 Main Moore, Hentz & Nash Wholesale Commission Florists JOHN I. RAYNOR Wholesale Commission Florist SELLING AGENT FOR LARGEST GROWERS A full line of Choice Cut Flower Stock for all purposes. Comprises every variety grown for New Vork market, at current prices 1998 HADisoN SQUARE 49 West 28th St., New Vork City 55 and 57 West 26th Street New York Telephone No. 756 Madison Square MILLANC BROS. WHOLESALE FLORISTS 41 West Twenty-Eighth Street •Phones ||*ynadl8onSq. NEW YORK Walter F. Sheridan Wholesale Commistion I>ea.ler i/n CHOICE CUT FLOWERS 39 West 28th Strait, Mem York Telejjhone : 3532-36.13 Madison Squar* HEADQUARTERS FOR NOVELTIES ORCHIDS A SPECIALTY THK HICHKST GRADE OP VALLEY *^"o WAV* ON HAND CAROENIAS, DAISIES, ROSES AND CARNATIONS JAMES McMANUS,7S9"K.42 W. 28th St.. New York NEW YORK QUOTATIONS PER 100. To Dealers Only ROSES AND CARNATIONS American Beauty, Fancy and Special •' " Extra No. I •* *• Lower Grades Qride, Tlsld, Golden Qate, Fancy and Special. *' *' Lower Grades Klllaroey, Fancy and Special * * Lower Grades Rlcbmond, Fancy and Special " Lower Grades Chatenay Hy Haryland ■ Carnations , Fancy VEST 28tH STREET PHONES. 1664--16&5 MA.DI.VON SOUARK >- ENOUGH SAID CENTRALLY LOCATED, THE HUB OF THE FLOWER MARKET SECTION CHARLES MILLANG Wholesale Florist 55 & 57 W. 26 St., NEW YORK Telephone 7062 Madison t¥1(ervan company Fresh Cut Evergreens. Mosses. Southern Smllax, Galax and Leucothoe. Preserved and Fresh Cut. Cycas and Palmetto. T,i.|^[a.i.s,. M3W.!8St.Ntwyoik. Ourand & Marohn MANUFACTURERS OF All Kinds of Wire Work Florists' Wire Designs a Specialty 24 Beaver St., ALBANY, N.Y. WILLIAM H. KUEBLER Brooklyn's Foremost and Best WHOLESALE COMMISSION HOUSE A First Class Market for all CUT FLOWERS 28 Willoughby St., Brooklyn, N. Y. Tel. 4591 Main 48 W. 29th Street. New York City Telephone No. 17.57 Mad. Sq. FLORISTS' SUPPLIES GALAX, bronze and green, fresh crop, »1.00. 1000; $7.50, 10,000. LEUCOTHOE SPRAYS, 75c, 100. GREEN SHEET MOSS, $2.00 large bag. RKED « Leucothoe Quality, Packing and Price All Right Wholesale Only. Send for Quotations. J. L. BANNER. MONTEZUMA, N.C. 654 n O R T I C U L T U R r. October 16, 1909 Buyer's Directory and Ready Reference Guide Advertisements under this head, one cent a word. Initials count as words. Display advertisers In this Issue are also listed under this classification without charge. RefK-ence to litat of Advertisers will indicate the respective pages. Buyers tailing to find what they want in this list will confer a favor by wn^ng us and wo will try to put them in communication with reliable dealers. AOOOITNTANT R. J. Dysart, 28 State St., Boston. For page Bee LiBt of AdTertlaera. ASIANTUMS Oodfrey Aschmann. 1012 West Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of AdTertlaera. ARAUCARIAS A. Lentby & Co., Perkins St Nnnerlee, Bosllndale, Mass. For page see List of Adyertlsera. Oodfrey AscbmaoD, 1012 West Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. ASPABA6US Asparagus plumosus from 2>4 Inch pots, <2.60 per 100; J22.50 per 1000. Cash with order, please. Floral Hill Gardens, G. F. Neipp, Prop., Chatham. N. J. Asparagus plumosus, strong 2 and 3-ln., $3.00 and $5.00 per 100. Sprengeri, extra heavy, 31n., $5.00 per 100. Cash. Frank Sokol, College St., Worcester, Mass. Asparagus Sprengeri, 2^4 In. pots, strong plants, $2.50 pei' 100. Virginia Nursery Co., Purcellville, Va. Asparagus Sprengeri, 2 In., 2c. Ham- meischmidt & Clark, Medina, O. AUCTION BAI.es •Wm. Elliott & Sons. 42 Vesey St., New York^ BAMBOO OANES Tokohama Nursery Co.. 31 Barclay Street, New York. Bamboo Sticks, Colored Green. For page see List of Advertlaera. BAT TREES. 2000 Bay and Boi Trees in all alaea. Pyramid and Standards. Write for tlet. JoUug Roehrs. Rutherford. N. J. BEDDENO PLANTS A. Leuthy A Co., Perking St. Nnreertee, Roellndale, Maes. For page see List of Advertlsera. a. Aachmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., PhflT- delpbla. Pa. For twge see List of Advertlaera. H. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co.i^Whlte Marsh, Maryland. For page see List of Advertlserg. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. For page wee List of Advertisers. BEGONIAS Oodfrey Aschmann. 1012 West Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertlaera. Rex Begouias. A fine assortment of 12 named varieties from 2^ in. pots, strong plants, $4.00 per 100. Virginia Nursery Co., Purceliville. Va. Rex begonia, 2-in., strong, 3c! J. H. Dann & Son. Westfieid, N. Y. BOILERS BOILERS. "Burnham" Boilers made for greenhouse heating. Lord & Burnham, 1133 Broadway, N. Y. Kroescheil Bros. Co., 466 Erie St., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. BOOKS Pronunciation of Plant Names, sent for tW cents, postpaid, by HORTICULTOEB PPB. CO.. 11 Hamilton Place. Boston. Iris, Peony and Phlox Manuals. 25 cts. each In Stamps. C. S. Harrison. York, Nebraska. BOX'WOOD TREES New England Nnrserles, Inc., Bedford, Mass. For page gee List of Advertlserg. BUILDING MATERIAL BUILDING MATERIAL of all descrip- tion for All Cypress, Seml-Ironr Iron Frame or Truss Houses. Hot Bed Saab and Frames. I.;ord & Burnham Co., 1133 Broad- way, N. Y. BT7LBS AND TUBERS Joseph Breck & Sons. 47-54 N. Market St., Boston. Dutch and French Bulbs. For page see List of Advertlserg. J. M. Thorburn & Co., 33 Barclay St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. A. T. Boddington, 342 W. 14th St., N. I. For page see List of Advertisers. RIckards Bros., 37 East 19th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. H. FT MlchelT 'CoT Phlladelphiiu For page see List of Advertisers. T. J. Grey & Co., 32 and 33 So. Market St., Boston. Bermuda Lilies. For page see List of Advertlserg. Yokohama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay St., New York. For page see List of Advertlserg. Ralph M. Ward & Co., 12 W. Broadway. New York. Lily Bulbs. Horseshoe Brand. For page see List of Advertisers. Scblegel & Fottler Co.. 26 & 27 S. Market St.. Boston. French and Dutch Bulbs. For page see List of Advertisers. CARNATIONS F. Dorner & Sons Co., Lafayette, Ind. Carnations for Immediate Delivery. For page see List of Advertisers. Chicago Carnation Co., Jollet, III. Sangamo and Conquest. For page see List of Advertisers. S. S. Pennock Meeban Co., Philadelphia. Field Grown Carnation Plants. For page see List of Advertisers. S. J. Renter & Son, Westerly, E. i. Field Grown Carnations. For page see List of Advertlserg Skldelsky & Irwin Co., 1215 Betz BIdg.. Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. Chas. H. Green. Spencer. Mass. Carnations Field Grown. For page see List of Advertisers. H. F. Llttlefield, Worcester, Mass. Field Grown Plants. For pnge see List nf Advertisers. Dlngee & Conard Co., West Grove. Pa. New Seedling Carnations. A. C. Brown, Springfield. III. " Carnation Sangamo. For page see List of Advertisers. UNUSUALLY FINE STOCK. White Enchantress, $60 per 1000; R. P. Enchantress, f'lO per 1000. Satisfaction guaranteed. Cash, or C. O. D. A. J. Staheiin, Bedford. Mich. CARNATION STAPLE Pillsbury's Carnation Staple, 50c. per 1000. postpaid. I. L. Pillsbury, Galesburg, IIL CARNATION SUPPORTS Elmer D. Smitn & Co., Adrian, Mich. Double Arch Carnation Supports. For page see List of Advertisers. CHRYSANTHEMUMS C. H. Totty, MadUon, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers Wood Bros., FIsbkUl, N. Y. Cbrysanthemuma Rooted Cuttlnca, For page see List of Advertisers. HerrlngtoD's book on the Cbrysantbe- mum mailed to your address for 60c., by Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. 25,000 stock plants Golden Glow, Octo- ber Frost, $25 per 1000. to clear benches. I. M. Rayner, Greenport. N. Y. Chrysanthemums, field clumps. Pompons, 4c.; singles. 8c. Hugo Kind. Hammon- ton, N. J. CINERARIAS Cinerarias, extra fine, 3 in., $4.00 per 100. Wettlin Floral Co., Hornell, N. Y. CONIFERS John Waterer & Sons. Ltd.. Amerloa Nursery, Bagshot, Eng. For page see List of Advertisers. CUT FLOWER BOXES. Edwards Folding Box Co., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. Bangor Box Co., Bangor, Me. WE PAY THE FREIGHT On Cut Flower Boxes. On all orders for $15.00 or more received during October we will pay the freight east of the MisslsslppL All orders vfest of the river, we pay to the river. Samples of stock and prices on re- quest. Climax Manufacturing Co., Castor- land, N. Y. Dept. H. Folding cut flower boxes, the best made^ Write for list. Holton & Hunkel Co., MU- wankee. Wig. CYCLAMEN Thomas Roland, Nabant, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. DAHLIAS Peacock Dahlia Farms, Wlillamstown Jooe- tlon. N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. R. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., White Manh, Md. For page see List of Advertisers. Herbert. Atco. N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Wllmore's Dahlia Manual will be mailed for twenty-flve cents by HORTICDLTDBB PUBLISHING COMPANY. 11 HamtltM Place, Boston. DAISIES Queen Alexandra Daisies, rooted cuttings, $1.00 per 100. Shasta Daisy Alaska, large field clumps. 8c. O. C. Day. 27 High St., Hudson. Mass. DECORATIVE PLANTS A. Leuthy & Co.. Perkins St.. Nnrserlee, Roslindale. Mass. Imported Plants for Fall Delivery. For page see List of Advertisers. Godfrey Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. The Geo. Wlttbold Co., 1657 Buckingham Place, Chicago, 111. Robert Craig Co., Market and 49tb Sts., Philadelphia. Pa. For page gee List of Advertisers. John Scott, Brooklyn, N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. For List of Advertisers See Page 559 October 16, 190!J H ORTl CULTURE 555 EVERGREENS New England Nurseries, Bedford, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Bobblnk & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. For page see List of AdvertlBW. FEKNS A. Lenthy & Co., Rosllndale, Mesi. For page see List of Advertlaers. a. H. Barrows & Son, Wbltman, Mass. Nephrolepls Magulfica. For page see List of Advertisers. John Scott, Brooklyn, N. I. For page see List of Advertlsere. Frank Oechsliu, 4911 Quincy Street, Chicago. Fema for Dishes. For page see List of Advertisers. Tk« Geo. Wlttbold Co., 1657 BDcUngham Place, Chicago, 111. For page see List of Advertisers. Oodfrey Aachmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., I-hlladelphla. For page see List of Advertisers. The F. R. Plerson Co., Tarrytown-on- Hudson, N. Y. Nephrolepls Elegantlsslma Compacta. For page see List of Advertisers. A. N. Pierson, Cromwell, Conn. For page see List of Advertisers. Anderson's ferns for in and ootdoora. Largest commercial collection in the conn- try. Ask for descriptive catalogue. J. F. Anderson, Fern Specialist. Short Hills. N. J. Whitmani ferns; Runners, $2 per 100; 6 in., $5 per doz. ; 7 In. and 8 In., 75c. and fl each. Cash with order. Edw. G. Davis, hawmut Ave., New Bedford. Mass. FERTIUZERS German Kali Works, 93 Nassau St., New York, N. Y. Potash. For page see List of Advertisers. Wm. Elliott & Sons, 42 Vesey St., New York. Thompson's Manures. For page see List of Advertisers. IXORISTS' I.ETTERS. Boston Florist Letter Co., 66 Pearl St., Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertlsere. W. C. Krick, 1164^66 Greene Ave^Brook- lyn, N. Y. Immortelle Letters. For page see List of Advertisers. EXORISTS SUPPLIES N. F. McCarthy & Co., 84 Hawley St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. H. U. Robinson & Co., 15 Province St and 9 Chapman Place, Boston. Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Bced & Keller, 122 W. 25th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. H. Bayersdorfer & Co.. 1129 Arch St., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. Rosens, 48 West 29th St., New York^City. For page see List of Advertisers. Mapes Rustic Works. Cla.vton, N. J. Rustle Vines. Branches, Bark, Etc. For page see List of Advertisers. FI.O^VER POTS W. H. Ernest, 2.Sth and M Sts., Washington, D. C. For page see List of Advertisers. A. H. Hews & Co., Cambridge, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Hllflnger Bros.. Ft. Edward. N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. The Peters & Reed Pottery Co., Red Pots, Seed Fans, etc. Zanesville, O. Syracuse Pottery Co.. Syracuse, N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. FREESIAS Schlegel & Fottler. 26 & 27 So. Market St., Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. FRUIT TREES Dwarf Fruit Trees, by F. A. Wanch, mailed to your address for 55 cents by Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. QAIaAX Michigan Cut Flower Co., 38 ond 40 Broad way, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. Bice Bros.. 115 N. 0th St.. Minneapolis, Minn. For page see List of Advertisers. GREEN GALAX. Fresh from patch, ready for shipment. Medium size, 40c. 1000; large size, 45c. 1000. Cash with order. B. H. Thompson, R. F. D. 1, Dobson, N. C. - J. L. Banner, Montezuma, N. C. Galax and Leucothoe. For page see List of Advertisers. Green galas, new crop, fresh from the woods, 50c. per 1000; $4.00 per case of 10,000. Dagger ferns, 75c. 1000. The kind you want. Cash with order. Woodruff & Son, Lowgap, N. C. GERANIUMS R. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. For page see List of Advertisers. Geraniums, Nutt, $12.50 per 1000; Ricard, Poltevine, $15. A. M. Herr, Lancaster, Pa. Geranium — Rooted cuttings S. A. Nutt and Beaute Poltevine, $1.25 per 100; $10.00 per 1000. October and November delivery. Fine stock. Write for prices on large quantities. See vlnca ad. A. L. Munk, Mt. GUead, O. GXASS Boston Plate & Window Glass Ce., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Standard Plate Glass Co., 26-30 Sadbary St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co.. Western Ave., betweea 25th & 26th Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Sharp, Partridge & Co., 22d & Lumber Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Parshelsky Bros., Inc., 59 Montroee Are., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Metropolitan Material Co., 1S92-1402 Metro- politan Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of AdTertisers. Greenhonse glass, lowest prices. Jobn- ston Glass Co., Hartford City, Ind. Glass, High Grade, Double Thick Green- house Glass. Lord & Bnmham, 1133 Broad- way. N. Y. GLAZING POINTS H. A. Dreer, Phlladeiphla. Pa. Peerless Glazing Point. For page see List of Advertisers. GLAZING POINTS, Lord & Bornbam. Special Glazing Nells (Points). Lord * Burnham, 1133 Broadway, N. Y. GREENHOUSE BUILDING MATE- RIAL Lord & Burnham Co., 1133 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Plerson U-Bnr Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. A. T. Stearns Lnmber Co., Neponset, Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. King Construction Co., N. Tonawanda, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Hitchlngs & Co., 1170 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. J. C. Monlnger Co., 117 East Blackhawk St., Chicago, III. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., between 25th & 2eth Sts., Chicago. Pecky Cypress for Benches. For page see List of Advertisers. P. Jacobs & Sons. 1359-63 Flushing Are., Brooklyn, N. Y. I GREENHOUSE OONSTRUCIION I GREENIIODSB CONSTRUCTION, Seml- I Iron (Iri'enhouse, New Truss Bouses and I Iron Frame Houses. Lord & Bnrnham, 1133 Broadway, N. Y. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., betweea 23th & 26th Sts., Chicago. For page see Llat of Advertisers. Hitchlngs & Co., 1170 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. GUTTERS GUTTERS, Cast Iron Gutters, L. * B. Improved V Shaped Gutter with drip fat- ter attachment. Lord & Burnham, lia , Broadway, N. Y. HAIL INSURANCE Florists' Hall Asso. of America. J. G. Bsier, Saddle River, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. HARDY FERNS, MOSS AND GREENS H. M. Robinson & Co., 15 Province St. and 8 Chapman Place, Boston, Masa For page see List of Advertisers. Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, 38 and 40 Broadway, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. The Kervan Co., 113 W. 28th St., Now York. For page see List of Advertisers. KIce Bros., 115 N. 6th St., MInneapolla, Minn. For page see List of Advertisers. HEATING APPARATUS Lord 4 Bnrnham Co., 1133 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Plerson U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. I. For page see List of Advertisers. Kroeschell Bros. Co., 466 Erie St., ChlcafO. For page see List of Advertisers. HEDGE PLANTS C. R. Burr & Co., Manchester, Conn. Hedge Plants for Fall Delivery. For page see List of Advertisers. HERBACEOUS PERENNIALS HARDY PLANTS. Extra Fine Stock. All Field Grown. Anthemls Tinctoria, Aegopodium Varie- gata, Helianthus Max. and Blgldus, Rib- bon Grass, German Iris eight distinct va- rieties, and Rudbeckia Golden Glow, $2.00 per loo. Achillea The Pearl, Boeconia, Coreopsis, Hemerocallis Fulva, $2.50 per 100. Agrostemna Coronaria, Funkla Coer- ulea, Gypsophila .\cutifolia, Pyrethrum Ulignosum, Phlox Cameron, Phlox Peach- blow, $3.00 per 100. Gaillardia, $3.50 per 100. Delphinium Formosum, Hemerocallis Kwam.so, Hibiscus Crimson Eye, Phlox Isabell Dupuy. $4.00 per 100. Shasta Iiaisies Burlianks Imp., Lychnis Chalce- donica, Rudbeckia Purpurea, Phlox Brides- maid, $5.M per 100. Hemerocallis Midden- dorfli, .Japanese Iris, asst. colors, Siberian iris. Yuccas, $6.00 per 100. Hardy Chry- santhemums new and distinct varieties, Eulalia Gracillima, variegata, Japonlca and Zebrina, Poppy Orientalis, $7.00 per 100 WAGNER PARK CONSERVATORIES, Sidney, Ohio. P. Onwerkerk, P. O. No. 1, Hoboken, N. i. For page see List of Advertisers. New England Nurseries, Bedford, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. The Geo. Wlttbold Co., 1657 Bnckinghai Place. Chicago. HOT-BED SASH The A. T. Stearns Lumber Co., Neponset, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Pierson U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Lord & Burnham Co., 1133 Broadway, N. T. For page see List of Advertijers. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., betweem 2.1th & 26th Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. In writing to Advertisers kindly mention Horticulture 556 HORTICULTURE October 16, 1909 htdz;angeas. American ETerbloomlng Hydrangea (H. Arborescens Grandlflora alba), heavy two- year plants for agents' use. Peonia Fea- tlva Maxima and Queen Victoria, low per 1000. One hundred other choice varletie* of Peonlas at low prices. The E. Y. Tms Co., CeatervUle, Ind. INSECTICIDES. Nlcetlclde kills all greenhouse pests. P. R. Palethorpe Co., BUeveDtb St., Owensboro, Ky. For page see List of Advertlsera. Stnmpp & Walter Co., 50 Barclay St., New York. Kllmdead Tobacco Oast. For page see List of AdvertUerg. B. G. Pratt Co., 50 Church St., New York. Scaleclde. For page see List of Adverttgerg. Geo. E. Talmadge, Inc., Madison, N. J. Aphlne. For page see List of Advertisers. H. A. Stoothoff Co., Mt. Vernon, N. Y. Tobacco Powder. For page see List of Advertisers. "The Fumigating Kind Tobacco Pow- der"— The first on the market and the kind tkat has so many imitators, has . oor guar- antee tag of satisfaction or money back, and "The Moon Trade Mark" on every bac S.OO per 100 lbs. The H. A. Stootholt C«., ennt Vernon, N. Y., makers and sellen. IRIS Iris, all types. Venr select list C. Betscher. Canal Dover, O. JERUSALEM CHERRIES Jerusalem cherries, 4-ln., $5.00 per 100. Cash. Krank Sokol, College St., Worces- ter, Mass. JAPANESE PLANTS Tekohama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay Bt., New York. For page see List of Advertlaera. KEHTIA8 ~ Godfrey Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St.. Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. A. Leuthy & Co.. Rosllndale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. .Tos. Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. Home-Grown, Established Plants. For page see List of Advertlsecs. LANDSCAPE GARBENINO COURSE Home Correspondence School, Springfield, Mass. Dept. 8. For page sec List of Advertisers. LILACS EUwanger & Barry, Rochester, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. LILY OF THE VALLEY PIPS HJalmar Hartmann & Co., Langangstraede 20, Copenhagen, Denmark. For page see List of Advertlsera. MASTICA r. O. Pierce Co., 12 W. Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. inCO.FlTME Kentucky Tobacco Product Co., Louisville, Ky. NURSERY STOCK John Waterer «• Sons. Ltd., American Nursery, Bagshot, Encland. For page see List of Advertisers. P. Ouwerkerk, 218 .Tane St., Weehawken Heights. N. J. For page see List of Advertlsera. Mew England Nnraerles, Inc., Bedford, Masa For page see List of AdTcrtlsera. W. A T. Smith Co., Geneva, N. T. For page see List of Advertlsera. Bobblnk & Atkins. Rutherford. N. J. For page see List of Advertlsera. Leesley Bros., Chicago, 111. Trees, Shmbs, Evergreens, Hardy Plants. For page see List of Advertisers. C. R. Burr & Co., Manchester, Conn. California Privet: Berberry Thunbergll. For page see List of Advertisers. NUR SERY STOCK — Continued J. J. McManmon, Nurseryman, Lowell, Mass. Shrubs and Specimen Evergreens. For page sec List of Advertisers. P. E. Conine Nursery Co., Stratford, Conn. Norway Spruce, Hemlock, Arbor Vltae, Pines. For page see List of Advertisers. American Nursery Co., 130 Broadway, New York. Nursery Stork for Fall Planting. Manual of the Trees of North America, by C. S. Sargent, mailed to your address for $6.00, by Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. TREES, SHRUBS, ROSES, EVER- GREENS, PEONIES, HARDY PLANTS. BLLWANGER & BARRY, Rochester, N. I. Shade and Fruit Trees, Hedge, Berry Plants, Asparagus Roots, Rliubarb. Ken- tucky Nursery Co., Louisville, Ky. ONION SETS Leonard Seed Co., Chicago, III. For page see List of Advertisers. ORCHID PLANTS Lager & Hurrell, Summit, N. J. Fresh Imported and Established Orchids. For page see List of Advertlsera. Sander, St. Albans, England. Importers, Exporters, Growera, Hybridists, For page see List of Advertlsera. Carrlllo & Baldwin, Secaucns, N. J. For page see List of Advertlsera. Ordonez Bros., Madison, N. J., Box lOB. C. Lablata: D. Blglbbum Arrived. For page see List of Advertlsera. SFuart Low'&~CoyrBush Hill Park, Enfield, Bug. For page see List of Advertisers. r,argest stock In the country. Ask for prices. Julius Roehra, Rutherford, N. J. Orchid Growersr^an^naT By B. S. Wil- liams. 300 Illustrations, 800 pages; descrip- tions of upwards of 2500 species and varie- ties of orchidaceous plants, etc. The most complete work on Orchids and orchid cul- ture ever published. Price, $10.00. Ordera filled by HORTICULTURE, 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. PAINT AND PUTTY PAINT AND PUTTY: Ideal Greenhouse Lead: Special Greenhouse Putty. Lord ft Bnmham, 11.^ Broadway, N. T. PALMS A. Leuthy 4 Co., Perkins St. Nuraeries, Roslludale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Robert Craig Co.„ Market and 49tb Sts., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. Home-Grown Palms. For page see List of Advertisers. Gee. Wlttbold~Co., 1657 Buckingham Placa, Chicago. John Scott, Brooklyn. N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. A. N. Pierson. Cromwell. Conn. For page see List of Advertisers. PANSY PLANTS. Aug. Zirnglebel. S. Norwich, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. BROWN'S PANSIES. Extra select, superb giant, mixed pansy plants, $2.50 per 1000: $20.00 per 10,000. Cash with order. Peter Brown, 124 Ruby St., Lancaster, Pa. The KENILWORTH STRAIN of giant pansies, strong plants, 1000, $3.00: 100 pre- paid, 50c. RAINBOW blend contain the latest Introductions of giant pansies, 1000, $2.50; 100 prepaid, 45c. Chas. Frost, Ken- Ilworth, N. J. PATKHTS SIggera & Slggera, Washington, D. C. For page 547 bosion r lorlst LfCttci Co 549 Boston Plate and Win- dow Glass Co 563 Bowe M- 548 ttre-K Josepn & Sons 546 Breitmeyei s J. ^011^.548 Bndgeman' s £> e e o Warebouse 547 Brown A. C 53s Burpee W. A. a L.o 547 BurrC. R. & Co 536 CttrrUlo& baidwin . 534 Chicago Carnation ^!^- ■■• 535 City of San Antonio. .559 ^ukrtce's uaviu, ■"•uaA,54t) Conine Nursery Co. . 5j6 Cowce W J 553 Craig, Robt., Co 5^4 Orawbuck Geo.W 552 Duiker F. A £48 Dlngee & Conard Co. 530 Doane, Geo. B ^6, Dorner f . ^jns & *-'«j.535 Dorrancc Benj 561 D«w Geo. E 547 Oreer H. A 545-363 Uuolop jonn H .^4tt Dtirand & Marohn. --551 D)sart, R J 546 Bdwards Folding Box Co 5t;o 11 ntWm &Sons -46 Ellwanger & Barry... 543 iCfticr J. o. 3(>a £niest W. H 5C3 Kyres 548 ufiar R.&J.&CU.547 Fisher David, Est. of. 5 6 Fiske H. E. Seed Co. 547 Folcv Mig. Co 563 Ford Bros 552 rroaent H.E 552 Calvin Tnos. F 549 German Kali Works. .561 Greater N.Y. Floruu' Auociaiion 553 Green Chas H 535 Grey 1. J. Co 547 ^uueBros.Co- ■ 548 Juttman Alex. J 55a Hail \sso 562 Harrison Nurseries --543 H irunaun njauum 6t Co 5*6 Hauswirth the Florist 548 Heacockjos. Co •.•■534 Herbert 535 £icws A. H. & Co. ■ • . 562 Hil&ager Bros 5(2 am.TheE.G.Co 535 Hltchings&Co 564 Hoerber Bros 550 Hoffman 5.8 Holmes Seed Co 546 Home Correspondence Schools 560 Horan E. C 552 Hunt A. E & Co.. ...535 Hunt Bros 535 Hunt E. H 561 Jager. Chas. J. Co. . .£61 KastingW. F. Co. ...553 Kervan Co 55a Kessler P. F 552 King Cons. Co 56 * Krlck W. C 5F3 Kroeschell Bros. Co.. 563 Kuebler Wm H---- 55a Lager & Hurreil 534 Langjahr. Alfred H.. .552 Leesley Bros 536 Leonard Seed Co..... 547 Leuchy A. & Co 534 Littlefield H. F 5jn Lord & Burnham C0.564 Low Stuart & Co ... .534 McCarthy N. F.& Co. 550-555 MacMulktn E 548 Page Mapes Rustic Works.549 .«ib^x)aneil Alex 348 McKeUar Charles W. 550 McKenna P. & Sons..548 McMssick, W. K. & Bros 550 McManmon J. J... .- -536 McManusJas 55* Metropolitan Material Co 563 Meyer J. C & Co.. ..553 MichellH. F.Co 540 Michigan Cut Flower Exchange 553 Mitlang Bros 551 Millang Charles 5:9 Mlllang Frank 552 Miller E. S 544 Moninger J. C 562 Moore, Hentz & Nash 552 Morse C.C. & Co.... 547 M urray Samuel 548 New Eng. Nurseries 536 Niessen Leo. Co 350 Oechslin Frank 534 Old Town Nurseries.. 530 Ordonez Bros. 534 Ouwerkerk P 536 PalethorpeP. R. Co., 561 Palmer W. J. & Son.. 548 Park Floral Co 548 Parshelsky Bros 563 Patten .."t Co 535 PeacocK DahliaFarms 535 Pennock-Meehan Co. 551 Perkins St. Nurseries. 534 Pierce, F. O. Co. .563 Pierson, A. N., Inc. -534 PlersonF. R. Co 594 Pierson U Bar Co- . ■ . 564 Pieters A. J 5^0 -''^hlmann Bros, Co, 550 Pratt B G. Co 561 Quaker City Mach.Co563 Raynor John 1 553 Reed& Keller 553 Relnberg Peter. 550 ReuterS.J &Son, 1110.535 Rice Bros 5 o K.LKards Bros 547 Kobinson H M.&C0.S5 Rock Wm.L FI0.C0.548 Roehrs Julius Co. 53|-54«-54^ 5^3 Roland, Thomas .. -sm "^^Iker August &Sons562 Rosens 552 uti'icr /fe Son... .. --534 Schlegel & Fotller C0.547 Schmidt J. C 534 Schulz Jacob 548 '^cott. John 534 Sharp, Partridge & Co 563 Sheridan W. F 55a Sigeers & Siggcrs....5*a Skidelsky & Irwin ^35 Slinn B S.. Jr ^53 Smith Elmer D. & Co. 535 Smith W.&T. Co ...536 Smyth Wm. J.. ..548 Standard Plate Glass Co 563 Standard Thermometer Co s'i St:ams A.T. Lumber Co 563 Stoothoff H. A. 561 ■ifimoD ^ Walter Co. 561 RunnyfieldNurscryCo5^f Syracuse Pottery Co .56a Tailby 549 Talmadgc Geo. E....543 I'Dorburn J.M. & Co-546 Tottv Chac. H 535 Tricker Wm 534 Valentine, J . A. 548 Vincent R. Jr. &Sons, 535-546 Vick Jas 8: Sons 544 Walsh M.H. 536 Wants, For Sale. etc. .559 Ward R.M.&Co... .546 Waterer John & Sons • 536 Welch Bros 550 Wild Gilbert H S36 Wilson 548 Wlnterson.E. F, Co.-<5o Wood Bros 535 Yokohama Nurseries. 546 Young A. L. 553 Young lohn 552 Young & Nugent .... 548 Zangen O. V 547 Zinn Julius A 549 Zungiebel A 5?4 Zvolanek AC 547 SOME WORK OF THE U. S. DE- PARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE I AS AFFECTING FLORI- CULTURE. t By B. T. Galloway, Chief of the Bureau I of Plant Industry, U. S. Department j of Agriculture, before the Society : of American Florists, at I Cincinnati. The United States Department of Agriculture is doing considerable work bearing both directly and indirectly upon floriculture. I shall not attempt to discuss all of this work, but will endeavor to point out and emphasize certain lines of investigation and ex- periment that are now being carried on by the Bureau of Plant Industry. Introducing New Plants. 'As is pretty well known, the Depart- ment has for a number of years been making a special endeavor in the mat- ter of introducing new plants and seeds from foreign countries. While the greater portion of the introductions have been more strictly of an agricul- tural nature, there are some things which have been brought in of interest to the horticulturist. During the past three years the Department has had Mr. Frank N. Meyer, an agricultural explorer, visiting little-known regions of Asia, with the result that quite a number of promising crops have been sent in by him. It is too early yet to predict what these things will do. They are being tested at a number of our stations and also in co-operation with reliable horticulturists in differ- ent parts of the country with a \iew to determining their possibilities and adaptation to varying conditions of soil and climate. Among some of the things which Mr. Meyer has secured is a new and striking white bark pine which grows to great size and seems specially fitted for cemeteries and cer- tain tyi)es of ptiblic parks and grounds. Mr. Meyer has secured also a number of iuleresting quick-growing and more or less ornamental, drought and alkali resistant willows. One of the prob- lems met with by horticulturists in certain parts of the West has to do with plants that may be suitable for ornamental purposes under arid or semi-arid conditions. It is believed that some of the willows found by Mr. Meyer will be useful in this connec- miimifiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiiun I WANTS, FOR SALE, ETC. I FOR SALE BOILER FOR SALE Weatliered eight section boiler, in use two seasons, good as new, $100. Casli. Chas. E. Evans, Watertown, Mass. FOR SAI.B— Special 16 x 18 and 16 x 2* double thick glass In "A" and "B" Qnail- ties. But now and save money. Writ* PARSHELSKY BROTHERS, INC., H Montrose Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. FOE SALE — At Southampton, L. 1., % acre, 8-room house, hot house, 100 ft. long, and barn. All newly painted and in good condition. Easy terms. Inquire Pacific Paint Co., 27 Sixtli Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. T'OR SALE— 1200 ft. of good 4 Inch pipe; also large sectional Sunray boiler. Apply to Mrs. H. Baeppler, Teaneck. P. O. Bogota, N. .T. S ilton Place, Boston. s miiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiijn HELP WANTED Wanted— Violet Grower Must be steady, experienced and strictly up-to-date. Address, DALE ESTATE, Brampton, Canada. WANTED— Buyers and agents to sell our cement block and fence post machin- ery. Send for circulars and prices. Ad- dress W. L. Keller Cement Block Machine Co., Kearney, Neb. WANTED — An expert grower of all kinds of fruits under glass; also au ex- pert florist and plantsman, lueluding Chrysantliemums and Carnations. Apply to J. Featherstoue, Greenlawn Conserva- tories, Penn and Murtland Aves., Pitts- burgh, E. E., l>a. WANTED experienced vegetable and' flower seed i«\cker to take charge of pack- ing room. Must know the seed business. Give reference and salary wanted. Gur- ney Seed Company. Yankton, South Dakota. WANTED — Young man, single, with ex- perience in growing ferns, orchids, sweet peas, etc. Commercial. $55 a month. Ad- dress J. 28, care HORTICULTURE. SITUATIONS WANTED SITUATION WANTED— By a gardener and orchid grower; thoroughly experienced, able and willing to work up a collection with any lady or gentleman requiring his sen'ices; good experience in greenhouse plants, vegetables and lawn; married; mid- dle age; best of references. Address Gar- dener. Box 114, Secaucus, N. J. SITUATION WANTED— Gardener and Superintendent: Thorough in all branches of his profession; over IS years last place; best of references; employer would be pleased to see any one personally; married, no family: English. R. H., care J. Terry, Berkeley Ave., Newport, R. I. MISCELLANEOUS WANTS NOTICE TO ENGINEERS AND LAND- SCAPE GARDENERS. San Antonio, Texas, Oct. 6, 1909. The City of San Antonio invites com- petitive, suggestive plans for platting, de- signing and beautifying a new City Ceme- tery to be known as "Jlission Cemetery." Topographical maps of the tract of land upon which said cemetery is to be estab- li.shed can be seen in the office of the City Engineer. A cash prize or premium of Five Hun- dred (?.500.00) Dollars is offered for the best and most acceptable plan, a cash prize or premium of Three Hundred ($300.00) I'ollars for the second best plan, a cash prize or premium of Two Hundred (.$200.00) Dollars for the third best plan for so platting, designing and beautifying said cemetery, which prizes aliove men- tioned will be awarded upon the recom- mendation of the Mayor and the Cemetery Committee of 'the City Council, who re- sen-e the right to reject any or all plans submitted, and whose decision as to the award of said prizes or premiums shall be final. All plans for which prizes have been awarded become the property of the City of San Antonio. All plans must be securely sealed, ad- dressed to the "Cemetery Committee of the City Council, San Antonio. Texas," and be submitted on or before 11 A. M., January 6th, 1010. BRYAN CALLAGHAN, Mavor. Attest: FRED FRIED, City Clerk. WANTED — Rose plants of any kind and seedling perennials, cheap. Melrose Gar- den Co., 90 Melrose St., Providence, R. I. 560 HORTICULTURE October Ifi, 1909 tion. Several new forms of poplars have been secured, one of wbich it is believed will prove a valuable tree for avenues and streets. Mr. Meyer also seemed a collection of Chinese pis- tachio, a beautiful ornamental tree and a very promising stock tor the pis- tachio nut — a plant which tne Depart- ment is endeavoring to introduce in various parts of the country. Various forms of elms have also heen found, and introduced. Some of these have promise of value in their ability to resist drought and alkali, hence may become quite useful in connection with the development of gardens and parks in the semi-arid regions of the United States. Some promising cold and drought resistant roses were secured which may be of value in connection with the drier sections of the country or may become useful adjuncts to the horticultural possibilities of other sec- tions. Plant Breeding and Improvement. Closely associated with the plant in- troduction work is that which has to do with the improvement of plants by breeding and selection. Considerable work of this kind has been under way for a number of years, the results of which have already been published. Mr. Oliver's efforts in the direction of improving the lily have been set forth in bulletins from the Depart- ment, and his work in securing new types of dahlias has also been de- scribed from time to time in other pub- lications. As a finishing touch to our lily work we secured a large number of appar- ently healthy bulbs of such varieties as the multiflorum, Harrisii, and gi- ganteum. They were flowered and what was thought to be desirable crosses made between the varieties. Nearly 60 quarts of seed resulted which was dis- tributed in southern California and elsewhere. One firm has eight acres of these seedlings in fine condition which will bloom next spring. .Other lots are equally promising. The future of lily growing will depend upon the growers growing the bulbs upon new ground; that is, to put other crops in the ground for at least three years succeeding the lily crop. In connec- tion with the work with dahlias I may say that we now have about six seed- lings which are promising. One of them is a semi-double red with long stems and early in blooming. Considerable work is in progress in the matter of getting at the basic prin- ciples involved in improvement by breeding and selection of commercial florist crops, such as the rose and car- nation. The principles involved in car- nation breeding are being studied by Mr. J. B. Norton, who has already pre- sented one or two papers before this Society bearing on his work and the results he has secured. Mr. Oliver is doing considerable breeding work with roses, chrysanthemums, pansies, glad- ioli, and sunflowers. I may say that one of the roses discovered by Mr. Meyer has flowered. It has double yel- low flowers and has the peculiar dis- tinction of being the first of all the rcses to bloom in the spring. This and several other species introduced from China and elsewhere are being used by Mr. Oliver in his breeding work and already some promising seed- lings for outdoor planting have been secured, notably a cross between the new double yellow rose and the white Rugosa. Mr. Meyer while in China was instructed to secure the wild forms ol chrysanthemums from which our culti- vated varieties have sprung. He suc- ceeded in securing a variety with white or rosy-white flowers and also a yellow variety, both from the very cold re- gions of north China. These wild forms Mr. Oliver is crossing with some of our best hardy cultivated varieties in order to secure a thoroughly hardy race for outdoor culture in the north. Some promising seedlings have already been secured. Mr. Oliver has also be- gun some interesting work with pan- sies, crossing a summer blooming spe- cies secured from Australia with other varieties. This Australian variety blooms abundantly during our hottest summers, provided it gets sufficient moisture. We look to obtaining some Interesting results along this line. We need a productive annual sunflower for summer cutting with larger and better shaped flowers than we have in the common varieties. This Mr. Oliver has secured by crossing, the resulting progeny having large and well devel- oped flowers with long stems well adapted for cutting. In connection with the plant breeding and improve- ment work an interesting line of study has been conducted for some time by Prof. L. C. Corbett, having to do with the comparative merits of blind and flowering wood for propagation pur- poses in rose growing. Studies of Diseases. The Bureau of Plant Industry is con- tinuing its investigations of the dis- eases affecting crops under glass. The results of this work, as is well known to the florist trade, have been pub- lished from time to time in the bulle- tins of the Department and elsewhere. The results of studies of wet stem rot of carnations, dry stem rot, microspo- rium spot, bacterial spot, and other diseases of this crop have been set forth from time to time, so that there is little new to be added regarding the manner 'n which the various diseases work or the methods of preventing the same. Wet stem rot has proved quite destructive in a number of sections of the country recently and as already pointed out, the fungus which causes this disease lives in the soil on decay- ing organic matter, especially if the soil happens to be poor in lime. The crown gall disease of roses and chrysanthemums has received some at- tention from our pathologists. The cause of the disease has been dis- covered to be a bacterial trouble. We have also found out that it is spread by cuttings, which frequently become infected in the cutting bench. Some evidence has also been secured show- ing that certain varieties are not so susceptible to this trouble as others. Experiments In Bulb Growing. For a number of years the Bureau of Plant Industry has been giving atten- tion to the possibilities of bulb culture in the United States. Various efforts have been made to encourage bulb growing in different sections and four or five years ago co-operative experi- ments weie inaugurated in the State of Washington with several individuals, the work having for its object experi- ments and demonstrations in the mat- ter of growing bulbs, especially Dutch bulbs in that section of the country. Reports of this work have been made from time to time, but as it progressed it W9s seen that to secure the best re- sults the Government should have con- trol of a certain amount of land upon which it could inaugurate with its own men a line of experimentation and demonstration that would necessarily have to last for several years. The citizens of BeUingham, Wash., were very much interested in this work, and for the purpose of encouraging the De- partment to undertake it near this town, placed at our disposal ten acres of land four miles from the city. The ground is well adapted to bulb culture and in addition to putting it into thor- ough shape for the work in view, the Chamber of Commerce, through whom the site was secured, also constructed the necessary buildings, provided water for irrigation, and also furnished other necessary equipment. The Department now has three experienced men in charge of this garden carrying on tests in the growing of various bulbs. Good slocks of the bulbs have been secured from Holland and planting was started last fall. Tests will be conducted so as to show the best methods of culti- vating and manuring, the best soil con- ditions for each class of bulbs, etc. Careful records will be kept of the operations so that when definite results have been secured, publications may be prepared and issued tor the infor- mation of persons desiring to take up the v/ork of propagating bulbs to sup- ply the trade. It will be well under- stood, of course, by the members of this Society that time is an important element in work of this nature, and premature reports are to be avoided. It is probably sufficient to say that the Department recognizes the importance of developing the bulb industry in the United Slates and is putting forth its best efforts to this end. With the im- provement of transportation facilities, which is likely to come within the next few years, and with the gradual ad- justment and settlement of agricultural and horticultural practices through the northwestern section of Ihe country, it is believed that more interest will be taken in intensive crops, such as bulb and seed growing. The latent possi- bilities for the development of indus- tries of this nature are present and as soon as it is demonstrated that the work is practicable and profitable, men with sufficient capital to inaugurate It will not be wanting. 'nr rest of Prof. Galloiua/s paper, relating to special vork with Carnations will appear tK next week's issue. Landscape Gardening A course (or Home-makers and Gardeners taught by Prof Craig and Prot Batchelor, ol Cornell University. Gardeners who understand up- to-date methods and practice are in demand for the best positions. A knowledge of Land-iCape Gar- dening is indispensab'e to those who would liave the pleasantest homes. 250 page catalogue free. Write to-day. The Home Correspondence School Dept. H, Sprinerfield, Mast- Prof. Ckaig October 16. 1909 HORTUULTUREJC D-Vl PHILADELPHIA NOTES. Mr. and Mjs. Brown, and J. B. Hobbs. of Richmond, Va.. were vis- itors on the 9th inst. Louis Hansen, gi-ower for Mrs. Smith, Secane, Pa., Is sending in some exceptionally fine White Perfection, Beacon. Winsor and Enchantress car- nations. The crop is being handled at wholesale in Philadelphia by Alfred M. Campbell. A nice lot of new yellow Dickson rose, Harry Kirk, was seen around the Pennock-Meehan market on the 11th and was quickly monopolized by an enterprising retailer. Dr. Huey thinks this is the best yellow to date and equal to Killarney as a hardy hybrid tea. A. B. Cartledge's new twin screw power yacht, Marguerite U, was launched from the stocks into the Delaware river on Saturday the 9th inst, amidst a shower of baptismal champagne and the hurrahs of many friends. Messrs, Baxter, Green and Kahlert were among the store associ- ates from Pennock Bros who helped at the christening. We could tell more about this long-looked-for event but the mere announcement is enough. Hoopeston, III, — Andrew Peterson, of this place, purchased at sheriff's sale, Oct. 1, all the stock of the Mo- mence Greenhouses, Momence, 111. '' 'ThebestofaU^J ■■'■••:.';';.C'^ii;:K 'i" r • - ri I &is^^t .Dusting or llimi^atiii^ M tucUr St. NcwTork. THIS KILLS MILDEW EVERY TIME FOR PARTICULARS WKITE Benjamin Dorrance ROSE GROWERS Dorrancetoo, Penna. Which Spray Pump^ ^^^^^^B shall yon bay? Bny the Spray Pomp that fully meets the demands of the QoTemment Agrl^ cnltnral Scientists and all practi- cal Fmlt Grower*. These pomps ar« widely known aa DEMING SPRAYERS and are made in 23 styles for ase in small gardens or immense orchards. Write for onr 1909 catalog with Sprayinr Chart. Add 4 cents post- aco ana receive "Sprayinf for Pr«flt."a Qseful ffUlde book. Fruit t^ARD PL/ Profit -Im , , , 'acturers — im,. , IS tlie only kind w l ij bring \oung stock into earliest '"^ '''^and to secure maximum yields from fiA V i stock use POTASH, according to the .. dil^'erent fruits. Quantity is increased and quality improved by its application: that i Potash Pays Proof can be shown by liun- dreds of poor orchards turned into good ones by the applica- tion of Potash. Your commer- cial fertilizer should contain at least loto 12 percent, of Potash IVrite for Valuable Literature, sent Free of Oiarge on Application. GERMAN KALI WORKS. 93 Nassau Street, NEW YORK CITY CHICAGO-Monadnock Block ATLANTA, QA.— Candler BIdg. Address office nearest you New Chicago Sprayer CHARLES J. JABfR CO. Ml-llt FiukHa n.. SPRAYED TTils sprayer Is made of aluminum with two brass plates, one fine, one coarse. These are easily removed and quickly cleaned. Spraying face 4% Inches wide, nozzle 6^^ Inches long; % Inch pipe connec- tions. These sprayers will never wear out and are said by users to be the finest on the market Send to us for testimonials from growers using them. Price $2.50 Each £. H. Hunt, 76-78 Wabash Ave., Chicago, 111. SCALECIDE Will positively destroy SAN Ma^Y. SCALE and all soft bodied sacking insects withoot injury to the tree. Simple, more effective and cheaper than Lime Sulphur. Not an experiment. On* ^iion mftkea 16 to SO galtonfl spraj by dmi.lj addlne water. Send for BooElet, "Orcharti Insorance." B. G. PRAH CO.. 50 CHURCH ST., NEW YORK COY. The Best BligKillerand Bloom Saver For PROOF P.R.PaisttrarpiCo. ■WEItllM, IT. are easy to kill with The Fumigating Kind Tobacco Powder All our bags have our guarantee tag on the bag, reading "Satisfaction or Money Back," and this trade mark^ $3.00 per bag 100 lbs. It costs 1 3 cts. to thoroughly fumigate a house 100x25. We sell direct to the grower. The H. A. Stoothoff Co. Mount Vernon, N. Y. THEY'RE STICKING OUT all over these pages. WHATr Bargains in good things. -Ob"o TLTUREl October 16, 1909 /V I^OKi ^ "!»', lORTlCU oecured, notably a crc^ 99 POT MAKERS FOR 7 , I new double yellow ros' - ^b^ ^^>*rf ' ' Rugosa. Mr. Meyer.wi>AKIJ PUTS WORLDS LARGEST MANUFACTURERS! instructed to ser- chrysantb'^""'!" 1=:=: vateri - ■ cf" ^H CATALOGUE AND DISCOUNTS Pearson Street, LONG ISLAND CITY, N. Y. 4. H. HEWS & CO., Inc. CAMBRIDGE, MASS. 4S2-460 No. Branch St, CHICAGO, ILL. GREENHOUSES BUILDING OR CONTEMPLATED. Hughsonville, N. Y. — One house. Clinton, la. — J. R. Bather, house, 20x85. Jerseyville, III. — I. W. Spacht. one house. Utica, N- Y. — Wm. Mathews, one house. Columbus, O. — Ralph Knight, one house. Milford, Mass. — W. D. Howard, en- larging. Milford, Mass. — Evelyn B. Taylor, additions. Manchester, Massj — A. L. Croll, con- servatory. Minneapolis, Minn. — Mrs. T. Lowry, one house. Worcester, Mass. — John Coulson, one house. Edgewood, W. Va.— Prank Siebert, two houses. Belleville, III. — Henry Emunds, car- nation house. Paxton, III. — Addems. Morgan & Co., additions. Framingham, Mass. — S. J. Goddard, house, 3.5x135. STANDARD FLOWER POTS Packed in small crates, easy to handle. Price per crate tsoo ft in.pots in crate $4.88 1500 25i " " 5.25 1500 a)^ ** ** 6.00 1000 3 '* " 5.00 800356 " " 5.80 5004 " " 4.50 456 4^. ;; ;: 5-^4 3«>S , " * 4-51 «io5J4 « - 3'78 Price per crate 144 6 in. pots in crate $3.16 1207 '* " 4.20 608 " " 3XK) HAND MADE 48 9 in. pots in crate $3.60 48 10 " " 4.80 34 I" " " 3.60 24 13 •* •' 4.80 12 14 " " 4.80 616 " " 4.5c Seed pans, same price as pots. Send for price list of Cylinders for Cut flowers. Hanging Baskets, LawD Vases, etc. Tenperccnt.off for cash with order. Address Hilflnjrer Bros., Pottery, Fort Edward.N.Y. August Rolker &. Sons. AgU. II Barclay SL» N. Y. GIty. Syracuse Red Pots ALL THE STANDARD SIZES It will soon be time to order large pots for fall potting. We have a full line of the best. Syracuse Pottery Co., ^'"'n^'y'^^ r— S TA NDARD FLOWER — FOOi:' If your greenhouses are within 503 miles of the Capitol, write us, we can save you money. W. H. ERNEST ■^ 28th t M Sts., - Washington, D. C. —J imericafi Flower and Tree Tub. No. Top. Deep Price 1 )3"< 12 $1.00 2 U'l 14 1 25 3 16 16 1,50 4 19 18 2 00 i 21 20 3 00 6 25 22 4,00 7 259i 24 5,50 Th«A nericanWooHenwat MIg.Co TOLEDO . OHIO I>o ^N^ot P^orget TO OR HER A STT'i'X^E: 1. Di. mater, 6 in. Price, $5.00 each. It will save you time, worry and fuei< RUPPTON, THE HOME OF PRIMKOSES Shiremanstown, Pa., Aug. 13, 1908. Messrs. Parker Mfg. Co DtAR Sirs:— The "I" Thermostat gotten from you last winter worked with perfect success and is as much better than our old one as the modern watch is ahead of the sand clock Should we need any more or could make a sale, you will hear from us. Yours respectfully, FLORIST AND SEEDSMAN. JOHN F. RuPP. STANDARD THERMOMETER CO. (Surcessors to Parker MfR. Co.) 65 Lester Street, BOSTON, MASS. Oswego, N. Y. — Carl Bekstedt, vio- let liouse. 12x100. Milwaukee, Wis. — E. Praefke, two carnation houses. North Woburn, Mass. — Joseph Far- rell, violet house. New London, Conn. — Edward A. Smith, one house. Hollywood, Cal. — Wra. Haerle, or- chid house, 4.5x1 3S. Indianapolis, Ind. — Pahud Floral Co., propagating house. Roxburgh, Pa. — R. E. Lange, carna- tion house. 27x100. New Philadelphia, O.— T. B. Stroup, rose house, 24x100. Chicago, III. — Washington Park, tour houses, each 16x110. Louisville, Ky.— F. Walker & Co., conservatory, 2i)xl46. Mansfield, Mass. — A. Hartwell, vege- table forcing houses. Belleville, Mo. — Henry Emmons, car- nation house, 22x150. Nahant, Mass. — Thomas Roland, range of plant houses. Winona, Minn. — Ed. Kirchuer, re- tarding house, below ground level. Kalamazoo, Mich. — G. Van Bochove & Bro.. three houses, each 30x300. New Castle, Ind. — Benthey-Coats- worth Co., propagating house, 28x140. NEWS NOTES. Dighton, Mass. — Ellery Briggs is in- stalling a steam pump. Richmond, Ind. — At the flower show of the fall festival, Oct. 6, Charles Knopf Floral Co. won a majority of first jirizes. Wakefield, Mass.— The greenhouses formerly run by H. E. Wiley have been rejuvenated and put in first-class order and were opened for business on Oct. 9 by their new owner, Chas. C. Ball. Kansas City, Mo. — William L. Rock, the florist, has laid out and will main- tain for the pleasure of the public a garden and park of eighteen acres. Milford, Mass.— W. D. Howard, the So. Main street florist, is making ex- tensive alterations. An addition is being built to the boiler room and a new steam boiler of SO horse power is being installed. Anything of Value to the profession CAN BE SOLD through advertising in Horticulture Copyrights Send your busincs^ direct to Washington. Saves time and insures bctt«r service Personal attention guaranteed. Twenty-five years' active service. SPECIALTY: "Working on the Failure at Others." 8IGGER8 & SIGGERS PATENT LAWVKRS Box 9, National Union BulldlOK Walhlntrton, O. C. GREENHOUSE GflNSTRUCTION LUMBER John C. Moninger Co, 117 E. Blackhawk St.. CHICAQO. The FLORISTS' HAIL ISSOCIATIOPf OF AMERICA, Insurer of 32,600,000 8((. ft. of glasf). For pariiculars address John C. E8ler,Sec';,8addle River, N.J. October 16, 1909 HORTICULTURE {>G3 KROESGHELL BOILER MADE OF FIBE BOX FLAN6E PLATE Can not Crack Witir Spici li Front, Sides and Back Th« Mest Popular Boiler Made SEND FOR MTALOGUE. IROESCHELL BROS. CO. 466 Erie St., CHICAGO, ILL. Breirtblng for OrcenbODBe BnUding Write for Infor- mation and prices. In Widths from 14 feet o inches to 54 feet o inches. Withont posts. KINQ TRUSS SASH BAR HOUSES. IRON aUTTERS AND EAVES. IRON AND CYPRESS BENCHES. VENTILATING MACHINERY. KING CONSTRUCTION CO. NORTH TONAWANDA, N. Y. THE ADVANCE VENTILATING MACHINE has been used by all the different classes ot florist and under the most severe circumstances but it has pleased all with its ease of operation and lasting quali- ties. Every customer is an advertiser. Let us tell you about our new pipe carrier, its a dandy. The Advance Co. RICHMOND, INO. SASH BARS feet or longrer HOT BED SASH PECKY CYPRESS BENCH LUMBER CYPRESS GREENHOUSES ERECTED AND EQUIPPED COMPLETE IF DESIRED Write for Circular "D' ' and Prices The A. T. STEARNS LUMBER CO. NEPONSET, BOSTON, MASS. STANDARD PLATE GLASS CO. rianufacturers — Importers — Jobbers NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY FRENCH OR AMERICAN GREENHOUSE GLASS LOWEST PRICES ON REQUEST 26-30 Sudbury St. BOSTON, flASS. 61-63 Portland St. GLASS Low prices are helping demand on Green Hou.e Glass, take advantage, write us for prices Sharp, Partridge & Co., 22nd & Lumber Sts., CHICAGO, ILL. BOSTON PLATE & WINDOW GLASS CO. GREENHOUSE GLASS ^""*'* *"" 261 to 287 A Street BOSTON AMERICAN 20 to 22 Canal Street FOR GLASS SALE New American natural glass made 8x10 and 10x12 B, sin- gle, $1.65 per box; 8x10. 10x12 and 10x15, B, double, $1.80 per box; 12x14 to 12x20, 14x16 to 14x20, B, double. $1.92 per box; 16x16 and 16x18, B, double, $2.00 per box; 12x24, B, double, $2.08 per box; 16x20, 16x22 and 16x24, B, double. $2.13 per box. Discount In large quantities. DIDC Good serviceable second-hand with r I r C good threads and a coupling with eact length, no Junk — 1 In., 3c; IVi In., 4%c.; 1% in., 5c.; 2 In., 6%e.; 2% In., 10%c; 3 In., at 14e. and 4 In. at 19c. New 2 In. standard black, S^^e. Old 4 lu. greenhouse pipe, 14c. per foot; 4 In. boiler tubes, 7c. per foot. We quote you above only a few of our prices. We manufacture aud Job In every- thing pertaining to greenhouses, both new and second-band. Get our prices before placing .vour orders. lUI ETROPOLITAN ATERIAL CO. Greenhouse Wreckers 392-1402 Hetropolltan Ave.. Brooklyn, N. Y. Write to us about your Material and Plans for auv size and style of GREENHOUSE for new strvicture or rep.iirs. Hot Bed Sash lu stock or any size required. Pecky Cypress Benches most lastiug and least expi^'usive. The Foley Mfg. Co. Western Ave. and 26th St. CHICAGO, • - ILL. GLASS Greenhouse and Hot Bed sizes OUR SPECIALTY IMMENSE STOCK Plate and V^indoiv Glass Write for Our Prices PARSHELSKY BROS., Inc. 69 Montrose Ave., BROOKLYN, N. T. IRON PIPE Second Hand Suitable for all greenhouse pur- poses, steam, water, gas or oil, also for fences or posts. All sizes Prices low. Geo. B. Ooane&SonCo. -18 Midway St., Boston Telephone, Main 4419 A STIC A USE IT NOW. F.O.PIERCE CO. "12 W.BROADWAY NEW YORK Hastlca is elastic and tenacious, admits of ex- pansion and contraction. Putty becomes hard and brittle. Broken glass more easily removed without breaking of other glass as occurs with bard putty. Lasts longer than putty. Easy to apply- Evans 20th Centui) Ann Will not twist tile sliafting pipe. Thrao times lie power o< old style eH»w arms. Sold Duly witli EvaDS CiulleDge Maclli.a. JVrite for fref Cataloeue to QUAKER CITY MACHINE CO. Richmond, Ind. >«»«»»»»»«»««»»"«»««*«»»" Holds Class Firmly See the Point * PEERLESS Glftzlng Points are the beat. Ko rights or lefts. Box of 1.000 poiDU 75 ctfl. postpaid. BENBT A. DREES, 114 Ckertait St., FMI.., r». 564 HOKTICULTURE October 16, 1909 A Light House Is The Only Right House and you don't have to look twice to see how light this bouse is. It is our Flit Iron Rafter, Curved Eave Con- struction — strong, rigid, durable — the result of years of experience in the development of high grade greenhouses. You cannot afford to go ahead with the building of your houses until you have investigated our method of building them. Drop us a line. Hitchings & Company Designing & Sales Offices Genera] Offices & Factory 1 1 70 Broadway, N. Y. Elizabeth, N. J. PARTICULARITIES Quite a mouthful, that word. In associating it with our greenhouses it means a greenhouse that is care- fully worked out in all the details — particular attention given, not only to the particular points, but loall the points. No annoying, rough finished, crude pieces of workmanship It is a top notch house tbroushout. That's what we mean by "particularities." It is the house for particular people. LORD AND BURNHAM COMPANY Irvington-on-Hudson, N. Y. New York — Boston — Philadelphia — Chicago THE PALM HOUSE PLAIN We just wanted you to see how a palm house that Is free from any apparent attempts to make it or- namental, can be especially pleasing, even if plain, pro- vided it is built U-Bar way. This one is, it backs up what we have been saying all along about ihe U-Bar construction — that it is ornamental by It- -self — its graceful simplicity makes it a welcome con- trast to ether construc- tions. Want our catalog ? PIERSON U-BAR CO 1 MADISON AVE. N EW YORK DESIGNERS and BUILDERS of U-BAR GREENHOUSES POLYGONUM MULTIFLORUM •One of the recent Arnold Arhon-tniu iutiodiutions. oollpc teil in China \ Irwin Co., 1215 Betz Bldn., PHILA.. PA. Boston Ferns NEPHROLEPIS BOSTONIENSIS Harris Type This is the best of all the Boston ferns. 2j^in., $6.00 per lOo; $50.00 per 1000 2 -in., 4 50 per 100; 40.00 per 1000 Good strong plants ready for shift. RANDOLPH & MgCLEMENTS Baum and Beatty Su., PITTSBURG, PA. Canadense, Super- bum, Single and Double Tigers, named Elegans, LILIES Tenuifolium, Wallacei, etc. GERMAN AND JAPAN IRIS, DEL- PHINIUM FORMOSUM Write for prices E.S. MILLER "JfWvT I HOLLYHOCKS Double Red, Pink, White and Yellow, Trans- planted Plants, One \'ear Old. $5.00 per iot ; $45.00 per 1000 Also strong, field grtwn plants. Per loo Per iioc Aginlegi » Coerulea $5.00 $45 &o Delphinium Formosum 4-50 35'0" Oenothera ' ruticosa Major 4.00 ^5-*:o Hyrethrum Roseum 4.00 35-O0 Veronica Ameihysiioa 4 co > 5 00 '* Spicata 4-5 > 35 00 Papaver Orientale, ( in. pots .... 5.0 4500 " " 3 "'*... . 4,30 3. .00 Cash with order please. Write for samples to FLOURTOWN, PA. GEO. F KIMBLE, CYCLAMEN Best Strain in Cultivation. 4 in. pots. .$25 00 per 103 I 6 in pots. .$75 00 per io» ORCHIDS All Orchids. Nothing but Orchids. Best Orchids. Good Orchids. We Collect Them. Write Today. CARRILLO & BALDWIN, Secaucus, N. J. 5 in pots. . 50. 00 7 in, pots. .ICO. 00 THOMAS ROLAND, NAHANT, MASS. ORCHIDS lAMrg«*t Importers f Exporters, ' and HybridiltU Ut the World Sander, St. Albans, EnQland and 23B Broadway, Room I WEW YORK CITY ORCHID5! Just to hand a fine lot of C. Lablata, C. Gl^ns Sanderlanae, D. Blglbbum. ORDONEZ BROS. 41 West 28th St.. New York City, and Madison. N. J. Anived io fine condition Cattleya Glgas (Hardyana Type), C. Qleas Sanderlana, C. Gaskelliana, C. Speolos- Isslma, C. CUrysotoxa, Oncldium Furcatiim, Odontoglossum Luteopurpureum. Mllto- ola Veslllaria. MiltoDla Roezlil and maay more. Write for prices. LAGER & HURRELL, ^"x"."" NEPHROLEPIS MAGNIFICA THE BKN8ATIONAI. NOVBLTT BtrcDK 2H-ln. iteck. (25.00 p«r 100. WHITMANII IH-iB., tM.UO ptT 1000; 3H-ln-, from Bcoefe. $8.00 per 100. BOSTON FERNS $30.00 pe- 1000. H. H. BARROWS & SON. WHITMAH. mass. FERNS FOR OISHES Assorted varieties, 2 in. pots, $3.50 per 100, $30 per looc PRIMROSES OBCONICA AND CHINESE Best strains, z% in. pots. $3 per 100, $25 per 1000, Cash with order. FRANK OECHSLIN 4911 QuInrySt.. - - CHTOAOO. ILL. PALMS, FERNS AND DECORATIVE PLANTS JOHN SCOTT Rutland Road and E. 45th St. Tel. 28,0 Bedford BROOKLYN, N.Y. FLORICULTURE] Complete Home Studv Course in practical Fluri culture under Prof Qn'ig and Pro( Batchelder ,>t Cornell Univ^^rsity Courw includes Greenhouse Construe Hon and Maxiagemeni and the gri'Wiiij; "\ Small Fruits and Vegetables as wrll as Flower- I'mJcr GIa&S Personal iTi^tT-turtions Eiperl Advxce 2S0 »act OTakOOUt '•>(( wBiTf to o«t . Th« HOME CORRE3PONDEJMCE SCHOOL P^pt. H. F, Sprir^gflcIA MmM. October 23, 1909 HORTICULTURE 567 GERANIUMS We have a large stock ready in 2 in. pots and in the very best shape we have ever had them ; prices for good Standard Sorts $2.00 per 100; $18.50 per 1000. IVY GERANIUMS. A splendid Assortment in nice shape. 2 in. pots at $2.00 per 100. FUCHSIAS, a good assortment; Al}ssum, Giant and Dwarf; Lemon \'erbenas ; Kathleen Mallard and Double Lobelia; Lantanas 10 kind;; Heliotrope; Golden Redder and Verschaffeltii Coieus ; Alternantheras. An immense stock ready from 2 in. pots at $2.00 per 100. DAHLIA ROOTS. Jack Rose, Fringed 20th Century and Rose Pink Century, $3.50 per doz.; $25.00 per 100. Other Good Varieties, $1.00 per doz. $5.00 per 100. Cash with Order. R. Vincent, Jr, & Sons Co., white marsh, md. From Pot CHRYSANTHEMUMS ai» Clay Frick. Wblte Shaw, Early Snow, nn. Jas. narshail. The Harriott, $3.00 per 100. Autumn Glory, Ada Spauldlng, Dr. En8:ue- hard. Dorothy Devens, Oeo. Kalb. Glory of the Pacific, Harry Hay, Ivory, Jeanne Nonin, J. E. Lager, J n. Troy, J K Shaw, naud Dean, Meta, ninnie Wanemaker, Hrs. Alice Byron, Hrs Baer, Hra. Robert HcArthur, Had P. Bergmann, Robt. Halllday, Timothy Baton, Wm Duckham, etc., $3.00 per 100, $2000 per 1000. Send for Catalogue of Roses, own root and grafted, and other misceUsuieous stoclc. WOOD BROTHERS FISHKILL, N.Y. PEONIES S«nd for our list. The very cheicect Commercial Varietiea. FIELD CARNATIONS Pure White Enchcmtres* Afterglow, Winona, Winsor, splendid plants, $6 per 100, $50 per 1000 THE E. G. HILL CO., Richmond, Indiana. FIELD CROWN CARNATION PLANTS Winsor and Winona, extra fine, $5.00 per 100. H. F. LITTLEFIELD, Worcester, Mass. CHARLES H. TOTTV Wholesale Florist Chrysanthemum Novelties My Specialty Madison, N. J. PEACOCK'S CELEBRATED NEW DAHLIAS JACK ROSE and other cut flower sorts. SEND FOR CATALOG. Peacock Dahlia Farms Winiamstown Junction, N.J. HERBE^iT, ITiO,NTj. DAHLl XS Evtry Day In the Year SH^^STiV Come and see Shasta growing, and be convinced that it is the greatest money making carnation in sight toda.v. In point of freedom it exceils any variety ever introduced. Carries more buds right now than most varieties produce in a whole season. The quality is there, too. High score everywhere. 89 points at the A. C. S. meet last January. Can be seen at either Indianapolis or Tewksbury. Booking orders now for Jan. delivery .$12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. PATTEN & CO. Tewksbury, Mass. BAUR & SMITH Indianapolis, - Ind. New, brilliant, glistening pink carnation for 19 10 $12.00 per 100. $100.00 per lOOO A. C. BROWN, CHICAGO CARNATION CO. Springfield, III. JoUet, Ul. A New Seedling Carnation light pink, overlaid with a deep rose pink, the color extending ovei the petals from the center almost to the edge. The most attractive Novelty for 1910. $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. A. T. PYFER. Maoaser. Chicago Carnation Co., Joliet, ni. MARY TOLMAN A NEW LIGHT PINK CARNATION FOR 1910 A. E. HUNT & CO. Evanston, III. $12.00 per 100. $100.00 per 1000. CHICAGO CARNATION CO., HUNT BROS., Joliet, III. Park Ridge, III. A new carnation of great promise for 1910. Clear, pleasing pink. Evtry one who has seen this variety likes it. $12.00 per 100, $100.00 per 1000. CHAS. KNOPF FLORAL CO. S. J. REUTER & SON, inc. Richmond, Ind. Westerly, R. I. 10,000 Extra Fine Carnation Plartts From $3.00--$4.00 per 100 See Classified Adv. M. J. SCHAAF, DANSVILLE, N. Y. Field Grown Carnations 4i:]0 Queen, 300 Fair Maid, $6.00 per 100. lilO r.awson $4.00 per 100. - Princess of Wales Violets $.5.00 per 100. Cash. CHARLES H.GREEN, SPENCER, MASS. CARNATIONS F. DORNER & SONS CO. LaFayette, Ind.. ASPARAGUS SPKENGERI AND TENUISSIMUS From 4 inch pots ready for 6 inch $6.00 per 100 Elmer D. Smith & Co., Adrian, Mich. 568 HORTICULTURE October 23, 1909 LEESLEY BROS. Ornamental Trees, Shrubs and Hardy Plants Tempting Quality and Tempting Flgnres on the following BRIDAL WREATH (Splrea Van Houttet) SIBERIAN DOGWOOD (Cornns Slblrlca) HIGH BUSH CRANBERRY^ (Vlbnrnum Opulas) MOCK ORANGE OR SYRINGA (Fhlladelphns) In variety We Hare Everything for Beautifying the Landscape. Wholesale Catalogue Free Upon Ap- plication. Write us for anything you may want. N. 40th and Peterson Ave., CHICAQO, ILL. Boiibink & Atkins Nurserymen and Florists Rutherford, - N.J. BOXWOOD AND EVERGREENS : Boxwood, Pyramid: 21^ ft. ...$1.00 each 4^ ft. .$3.50 each 8 ft. . . . 2.00 each 5 ft. . 4.00 each Shi ft. ... 2.50 each 5>^-6 ft. . 5.00 each 4 ft. . . . 3.00 each 6 ft. . 6.00 each Boxwood, Bush: 12-1.5 Inches 25 each 1516 inches 35 each 18-24 Inches 50 each 24 Inches 75 to $1.00 each Larger sizes, $1.50, $2.00 & $2.50 each We have a large quantity and fine as- sortment of small EVERGREENS for Window Boxes and Vases: 10-12 inches $20.00 per 1000 12-15 inches 25.00 per 1000 15-18 Inches 35.00 per 1000 KENTIAS AND BAY TREES Our stock Is larger and finer than ever. We can flII orders for all sizes. A Visit to our Nursery will convince you we have the quality that gives sat- isfaction. Ask for Wholesale Catalog A SPECIALTY ThePingee&ConardCo.Me I — Landscape^ardeners — i Now is your opportunity to get a lot of fine large shrubs and evergreens. I have a graud collection of shrubs suitable for (his climate, grown here one plant of which will make as much show in a bed as three of the average stock that is put out. This is a rare opportunity to get such stock. J. J. McMANMON, Nurseryman, Lowell. Mass. Privet Hedge by th^Mile We grow Calitomja Privet by the (square) mile and sell it by the _,,^a^^^^^^^^^ ^^^ ^^ send you details of the largest and of f.his Privet >-<^'.-jttlimKB^^P*^ mo-.t complete assortment of Privet to be found -.r^ - ■^Sii^S^^BBIr^ '^ Amenca, with special trade quotations. J?Fa,de "''^^^''jiXSKBpfB^^^ For prompt attention, address Desk H. W^^^^^^ juiiiiiiMiiiimiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiui I RHODODENDRONS, ANDROMEDAS, KALMIASl I AND SPECIMEN EVERGREENS | I JOHN WATERER & SONS, Ltd. | I AMERICAN NURSERY i I BAQSHOT - - - - ENGLAND § niiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiHiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiinmiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiB American Grown Roses Fruit and Ornamental Trees, Shrubs, Small Fruits, Clematis, Evergreens. Write for Trade List. W. & T. SiVIITH COa Geneva. N. Y. Trees, Shrubs, Evergreens, Vines, and Herbaceous Stock Finest Selection of Standard and New Varieties. Planting Time NOW Get Busy EASTERN NURSERIES Henry S. Dawson, Mgr. JAMAICA PLAIN, MASS. v: We have still in the field many thousand peonies, absolutely true to name, strong root*, 3-6 eyes, @ $6.00 per 100; $50.00 per loto. Humel, late pink; Pulcherrima, mottled pink; Victor Tricolor, salmon; Alba plena, cream; Queen Emma, peachblossom; Rosea Elegans, pink and salmon; Grandlflora rubra, red; Harle Lemolne, blush. ■fc*Cl_- Festlva Maxima, pure white, '^ $10.00 per ico. Golden Harvest, yellow, (oj $jo.co per 100. nount Blanc, cream, (^ $1000 per 100. FIELD-CROWN PHLOX Boule de feu, red, Athls, briglit pink, and Jeanne d'Arc, wiiite, (5' $3.00 per 100. SUNNVFIRD NURSERy CQ , Poughkeepsle, N, T, Mr. Buyer of California Privet Note the.se low I'rices on best grown 2 3 ft. $22.50 per 1000; $200 per 10,000 3-4 ft. $27. ,50 per 1000; $250 per 10,000 BERBER.R.Y THUNBERGIl Very bushy. 1218 In. $T per 100; $60 per 1000. Pleased to send sample. C.R.BURR & COMPANY The Burr Nurseries MANCHESTER, - - CONN. Box Trees t f EVEMREEHS >» Tilt -' t«ll Oar Priou ar* Alway* Right — Catalsf PrM THE NEW EN6LAN0 NURSERIES, lie. HOLLAND NURSERIES Best Hardy Rhododendrona, Azaleas, Conifer*, Clematit, H. P. Roaes, Shrubs, and Herba- ceous Plants. PniTWrPlfTDIf 216 JailEI) DEVOTED TO THE FLORIST, PLANTSMAN. LANDSCAPE GARDENER AND KINDRED INTERESTS Published Every Saturday at 11 Hamilton Place, Boston, Mass. Subscription. SI.OO per Year 630 HORTICULTURE November 6, 190» PHHI IS THE NEW INSECTICIDE THAT KILLS PLANT LICE OF EVERY SPECIES This has been demonstrated in tests made bythe highest scientific authorities of the land, and is proclaimed an infallible spray for all outside plants. For the Greenhouse and Conservatory it has no equal among the various remedies now in use. APHINE is a combination of essential and ethereal oils, combined with nicotine, in a readily soluble and available form, and can be applied as a spray, wash or dipping solution. It is used at an average strength of one part APHINE to forty parts of water — full directions on each can. Price $2.50 per Gallon COLLIER'S WEEKLY SAYS : — " ^//««^ has a future as long and -ivide as the United States." MR. CHARLES H. TOTTY SldS'. — " Aphine will do ahyou claim and more." PPOF. JOHN B. SMITH: — "You can guarantee your material to he effective against plant lice. I know that from personal experience." PROF. EDMUND B. SOUTHWICK: — "/ have given your preparation for the destruction of Aphids a very thorough trial ; for this special purpose J have found nothing that com- pares with it." ANOTHER SAYS : — " Apkine will do the work, ij you don't believe it, try it." Aphine is now on sale in New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington* Boston, Rochester, Buffalo, Detroit, Chicago, St. Louis and Denver, with negotiations pending for agencies in other cities in the United States and Canada. The first shipment has just been made to the Pacific Coast to Messrs. Mac- Rorie-McLaren Company, San Francisco, Cal., selling agents for Aphine. If your supply house does not handle Aphine, write us and we will send you name of our nearest selling agent. GEORGE E. TALMADGE, Inc. Madison, N. J. November 6, 1909 HORTICULTURk- 631 GERANIUMS From 2 in. pots at ^2.00 per 100, I18.50 per 1000 for good Standard Sorts; Ntw Puce List now ready. We have the largest and finest stock in America. Inspection invited. IVY QERANIUnS, A splendid assortment at $2 00 per 100. CANNA ROOTS, Only the best kinds, good strong division at J2.00 and ^3.00 per 100. Write us for Special Prices on large lots. We have 1,000,000 to sell. DAHLIA ROOTS, Jack Rose, Fringed 20th Century and Rose Pink Century $3.50 per doz , S25.00 per 100. Other good kinds $i.oo per doz., $5 00 per 100, J40.00 per looc. Send for Descriptive List. HARDY CHRYSANTHEMUMS, Stock Plants, $1.00 per doz., I6.00 per 100, in good assortment. R. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., white marsh, md. CARNATIONS Field Grown Plants Per 100 Per looo Pres. Scelye, ist size $5.00 $40.00 White Lawson, ist size S 00 40.00 Plok LawsoD, zd size 4.00 MISCELLANEOUS Per jcx> Stevia Compacta, field grown, $6.00 Asparagus Plumosa, from a^ in. pots 4.00 " 3 " ■' 6 00 Send for Catalogue of Roses, own root and grafted, and other miscellaneous stock. WOOD BROTHERS FISHKILL, N.T. PEONIES Send for our list* The very choicest Commercixl Varieties. FIELD CARNATIONS Pure White Enchantress Afterglow, Winona, Wiosor, splendid plants, $6 per 100, $50 per 1000 THE E. G. HILL CO., Richmond, Indiana. FIELD CROWN CARNATION PLANTS Winsor and Winona, extra fine, $5.00 per 100. H. F. UTTLEFIELD, Worcester, Mass. CHARLES H. TOTTIT Wholesale Florist Chrysantliemum Novelties My Specialty Madison, N. J. CARNATIONS F. DORNER & SONS CO. LaFayette, Ind. HERBERT, ATGO, N.J. DAHLIAS Every Day In the Year A New Seedling CarnaUon of Wonderful Merit. Will be offered to the Flori.U' Trade in February. 1910. Orders Booked Now. New Creation. 'THE COIVSTJVN^O:' was grawn by Wm. Bestcr, of Hagerstown, Md. Color between Rose Pink and Winsor. Produces long Stems and large liloomsfrom October to June. Free of any disease and no cropper. Calyx perfect Blooms keep in good condition r« days. This Carnation has been grown and tested by Mr. Bester for three years and all points guaranteed. Pro- duced under the most scientific cultural conditions and will supercede the Lawson. Price for Strong Cuttings, 810.00 per 100. Florists' Supplies, Novelties, Etc. Box 4515. WEST PARK, PHILA. EstatUshtii iSSr PA. A is0 Representing A . Herrmann, 4O4-412 East 34th St., Neiv York, and others, Tioga Branch conducted by A . M. Ford, Tioga, Phila., Fa. Plants can also be secured of Wm. Bester, Florist^ Hagerstown . Md. SHiVSTA. Come and see Shasta growing, and be convinced that It Is the greatest money making carnation In sight today. In point of freedom It eicells any variety ever Introduced. Carries more Irnds right now than most varieties produce in a whole season. The quality is there, too. High score everywhere. 89 points at the A, C. S. meet last January. Can be seen at either Indianapolis or Tewksbury. Booking orders now for Jan. delivery $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. PATTEN & CO. Tewksbury, Mass. BAUR & SMITH Indianapolis, - Ind. New, brilliant, gibtening pink carnation for J910 $12.00 per lOO. $100.00 per lOOO A. C. BROWN, CHICAGO CARNATION CO. Springfield, III. Joliet, 111. A New Seedling Carnation light pink, overlaid with a deep rose pink, the color extending over the petals from the center almost to the edge. The most attractive Novelty for 1910. $12.00 per lOO; $100.00 per lOOO. Chicago Carnation Co., A. T. PYFER, Manager. Joliet, ni. MARY TOLMAN A NEW LIGHT PINK CARNATION FOR 1910 $12.00 per 100. $100.00 per 1000. A. E. HUNT & CO., Evanston, III. CHICAGO CARNATION CO. Joliet, III. HUNT BROS., Park Ridge, III. A new carnation of great promise for 1910. Clear, pleasing pink. Every one who has seen this variety lilces it. $12.00 per 100, $100.00 per 1000. CHAS. KNOPF FLORAL CO. S. J. REUTER & SON, Inc. Richmond, Ind. Westerly, R. I. 632 HORTICULTURE November 6, 1909 THE LIdEKIV tree, ANN All the perfect restoration of a hisuiru Ml' ' "ic "I ihc most striking exampits of mark :.y nioij-rn methods of tree surgery. The Preservation of Historic Trees This Is a matter which is attracting attention of thought- ful people everywhere. Historical societies and village-improve- ment associations are interesting themselves in the preserva- tion of trees, many of which are century-old landmarks. 1 have been particularly successful in doiuy; this sort of worU as evidenced by examples to be found among the his- toric trees of Mt. Vernon, notably the restoration of the Holly planted by George Washington, which had been so severely injured by wind storms and decay that its restoration was considered hopeless. The top of the tree was crowned and the weakened branches bolted to a reinforcing rod and the fri'e now has a new lease of life. Another example was the restoration of the famous Liberty Tree at Annapolis, Md. Probably more cement and re- inforcing material was used In this tree than on any similar job in the country, but the tree is now as solid as a rock and is likely to withstand the wear and tear of several cen- turies. The art of tree surgery is comparatively new, but it Is based on scientific principles of plant growth and the knowl- edge of the source of disease and decay. After decay has been arrested and all the dead and useless limbs removed I give special attention to new growth by the proper feeding of the tree. I will give personal attention to any inquiries which the ii'Mders of Horticulture may send regarding any trees which for sentimental or other reasons they would like preserved for generations to come. I undertake the management of orchards as n'ell as all kinds of ornamental plantations, grading, sur- veying, making of Hower gardens and give pro- fessional advice on estate management. Practical Forestry, Landscape Archi- tecture, Plans and Consultations JOHN T. WITHERS I Montgomery St., Jersey City, N. J. DAYBREAK A Superb New Rose Raised by JACKSON DAWSON Wichuraiana type, formerly known as seedling No. 7 (Wichuraiana X The Dawson). A vigorous grower, profuse bloomer and easy forcer. Foliage light yellowish green. Hardy as far north as Canada. Flowers single, in loosely pyramidal clusters. Color deep yellowish pink, a shade darker than Lady Duncan, slightly lighter tint towards centre. Stamens very bright orange. Flowers full, round, cupped. See illustration of plant in this issue. THIS IS A ROSE EVERY NURSERYMAN "WILU WANT PRICES — Strong three-year-old plants, $3.00 each; $25.00 per dozen. Two-year-old plants, $2.50 each ; $20.00 per dozen. EASTERN NURSERIES Henry S. Dawson, Mgr. JAMAICA PLAIN, MASS. November 6, 1909 HORTICULTURE BOTANtCAi 633 Notes From the Arnold Arboretum A horticiilturally very important geiiiis is Viburnum of which quite a number of new specie? have been recent- ly introduced from China. Some of them are decidu- ous and some evergreen : all of the former may be ex- pected to prove hardy in the neighborhood of Boston, while the latter can only be depended upon farther south. One of the handsomest and certainly the most graceful and distinct of the new species is Viburnum l-ansuense, a shrub related to the Highbush Cranberry, but smaller in every part and with much more finely divided foliage. The slender-stalked bright green leaves are ovate-oblong in outline, from one and a half to two inches long, deep- ly three or sometimes nearly five-lobed, the middle lobe elongated into a slender point and like the lateral lobes furnished with a few large teeth. The pinkish white flowers appear in slender-stalked clusters about one and a half inch in diameter along the upper part of last year's branches and are followed by comparatively large ovoid bright red fruits. Particularly in fruit this Viburnum is very handsome and presents with its small deeply cut foliage an appearance very different from any other Viburnum. Very distinct is also Viburnum erubescens on account of its flowers being arranged in drooping panicles and not in umbel-like clusters as in almost all other species. In its native habitat it grows into a small tree attaining twenty feet in height. The leaves are generally obovate or obovate-oblong, short-pointed, serrate at the margin and from two to four inches long. The white flowers are funnelform, not flat as in most other species, about one- third of an inch long and are borne on slender drooping panicles from two to four inches in length ; they are fol- lowed by dark crimson fruits. Similar in habit and general appearance is Viburnum Henryi, but the flowers are flat as in most other species, not funnelform. The panicles are much broader and somewhat larger and the leaves are narrower, of a firmer texture and quite glabrous, not hairy on the veins of the under surface as in the preceding species. Viburnum betulifolium is closely related to V. dilata- tum and differs chiefly in its smaller glabrous foliage and larger and looser flower clusters. The leaves are borne on very slender stalks and usually rhombic-ovate or oval in outline, pointed and toothed, from two and a half to four inches long and glabrous on both sides. The flow- ers appear in large and loose corymbs from four to six inches in diameter and are followed by scarlet fruits. Another species of the same affinity is Viburnum Wilsoni with denser and smaller corymbs covered with a dense and short yellowish tomentum ; the leaves are generally ovate, pointed and pubescent on both surfaces. To this species Viburnum dasyanthum is very closely related, but the yellowish tomentum is confined to the upper part of the corymb and the more elongated leaves are glabrous. Viburnnm corylifolium is also closely related to V. dilatatum, but the young slioots. leaf-stalks and the inflorescence are densely covered witli long spreading yellowish hairs and the scarlet fruits are larger. Another very distinct species is Viburnum foetidum (V. ccanofhoides) with rather small, but numerous flower clusters. The leaves are only one or two, rarely three inches long, obovate to oblong in outline with a few large teeth near the apex and quite glabrous. The white flowers are borne in corymbs from one and a half to three inches in diameter and followed by scarlet fruits. Viburnum Veitchii is similar to V. Lantana, but the flower clusters are larger. The leaves are ovate, pointed, cordate at the base, finely toothed, from four to five inches long, covered on the under surface with a white tomen- tum and slightly hairy on the upper surface. The flowers appear in terminal panicles from three to four inches broad and are followed by black fruits. Vibur- num buddleifolium is very similar to this, but the leaves are narrower, more lanceolate in outline. All the Viburnums mentioned above are deciduous; some of the new evergreen species will be mentioned in the next issue. Alternanthera ^^JeweF' For a number of years foliage plants have been ar- tistically used for massing or color effect in the flower garden, parterre, private and public gardens, cemeteries, and all places where plants are used for bedding or decoration. Changes liave constantly been made with the advent of new or improved varieties, which add beauty and effectiveness in the general display. Progress is ever the order of the day and there is always beauty in variety. Mention might be made of such plants as CTotons, acalyphas, pandanus, philanthus, abutilons, coleus and a few others amongst the stronger growing varieties but for effectiveness in general designs, or car- pet bedding nothing can vie with the alternantheras. Of these we have several varieties and distinct forms, some strong and free-growing, others dwarf and com- pact, with several shades of color — some sombre, others of distinct yellow, wliile others again are of an orange red varying to . rose carmine and cerise. The vivid and brilliant colors are most striking and our semi-tropical summers are conducive to their full development of growth and color. For many years the variety amcena and A. spectabilis, latifolia and versicolor, with several sports of more or less value have been in cultivation, though of late years they have dwin- dled down to two or three distinct colors of red and yellow. We are indebted to Wm. Pfitzer, of Stuttgart, Ger- many, for the recent introduction of Alternanthera Jewel, which has proved a most valuable addition to this class of plants. In habit it is compact and spreading, foliage as large and probably larger than A. latifolia. The young foliageis bronzy orange, changing to rosy carmine and brilliant crimson. For massing where color effect is desired it is unequalled, also for borders — espe- cially with subtropical plants — and can be used for many and varied purposes in parks, cemeteries and all gardens where bedding plants are used. It is by no means a delicate or tender plant but is of free growth compact habit and vivid coloring. 634 HORTICULTURE November 6, 1909 HORTICULTURE TOL. X NOVEMBER 6, 1909 RO. 19 PUBLISHED WEEKLY BY HORTICULTURE PUBLISHING CO. 11 Hamilton Place. Boston. Mass. Telephone, Oxford 193 WM. J. STEWART, Editor and Manaeer SUBSCRIPTION PRICE Oaa Year, in advance, $1.00; To Foreign Countries, $3.00: To Canada, $1.50 ■ Va r| ADVERTISING RATES Per Inch, 30 inches to page • Si.oo. Discounts on Contracts for consecutive insertions, as follours: One month (4 times) 5 per cent. ; three months (13 times) 10 percent.; ■Is months (36 times) 30 per cent. ; one year (53 times) 30 per cent. Page and half page spaces, special rates on application. Katercd as second-class matter December 8, 1904, at the Post Office at Bottoa, Mass under the Act of Congress of March 3, 1879. CONTENTS Page COVER ILLUSTRATION— Rose "Professor Sargent" and Jackson Dawson who raised it. NOTES PROM THE ARNOLD ARBORETUM— Alfred Rehder 633 ALTERNANTHERA "JEWEL"— Wm. Tricker 633 TREATMENT OF CATTLEYAS— M. J. Pope— Illus- trated 635 A NEW RAMBLER ROSE— Illustrated 636 CARNATION SHASTA— Illustrated 636 THE LONSDALE BANQUET— G. C. Watson— Portrait 637 DAHLIA WM. J. STEWART— Illustrated 637 THE EXHIBITIONS: Lenox, Mass., Flower Show, Wm. Scott — Flower City's Flower Show 638 Boston Chrysanthemum Show — Nassau County Hor- ticultural Society — Madison, N. J., Show 639 NEWS OF THE CLUBS AND SOCIETIES: Horticultural Society of New York— American Car- nation Society — Florists' Club of Washington — So- ciety of American Florists— Florists' Club of Phila- delphia— St. Louis Horticultural Society — Chrysan- themum Society of America — Detroit and Toledo Florist Clubs Visit Elmer D. Smith & Co., Illustrated 640 American Nurserymen's Association 644 CHRYSANTHEMUM SEASON AT PITTSBURGH— Jas. Hutchinson 642 SEED TRADE: About Wholesale Prices— For the Good of the Trade — Notes 646 OF INTEREST TO RETAIL FLORISTS: New Flower Stores — Steamer Departures — Trade Notes 648 W. G. Matthews, Portrait.. 649 FLOWER MARKET REPORTS: Boston, Buffalo 651 Chicago, Indianapolis, New York 653 Philadelphia, Twin Cities, Washington 658 OBITUARY: George D. Henson, Portrait — Percy Jones — John H. Beach 658 MISCELLANEOUS: Mushrooms in Carnation Bed 636 Pterostyrax (Halesia) hispida, F. M 636 Tree Preservation 636 Chrysanthemum Donatello, Illustration 639 Business Changes 642 Personal 649 New Orleans Notes 659 Chicago Notes 660 New Bedford Notes 660 Incorporated 660 A New Fungicide 660 Cucasa 660 A Triumphant Insecticide 661 News Notes 661 Catalogues Received 662 Greenhouses Building or Contemplated 662 Publications Received 662 We are especially proud of our cover A rose illustration this week. It is a very and a gardener happy combination — Jackson Daw- son and one of his most highly prized rose productions — and the excellent likeness of this uni- versally loved gardener will be appreciated at home and abroad by a myriad of friends. The handsome rose, appropriately named in honor of Professor C. S. Sar- gent is delicate pink in color and grows to a height of ten feet. It is the result of a cross between Wichuraiana X Crimson Rambler and a pink H. P. It was awarded a silver medal at the Rose Exhibition of the Massachu- setts Horticultural Society, June 26, 1909. A disposition to break away from Where novelty the beaten path in flower exhibition and originality arrangements is somewhat in evi- are indispensable dence this season and should be re- garded as a very hopeful sign. It is not possible to perpetually interest people in monot- onous lines of blooms and conventional mounds of potted plants, however finely they may be grown, as has been repeatedly proved, to the sad discomfiture of well-mean- ing promoters, and novel effects must be forthcoming to insure financial success for flower shows as is the case in every other venture for which continued public support is sought. It is equally true that the skill to produce plants and flowers which are tritimphs of the growers' art does not always carry with it the ability to arrange artistically or to conceive and carry into execution orig- inal and impressive efiects. Here is one prime reason, in addition to others which are obvious to everybody why the professional floral decorator should always have something to say about planning our public exhibitions. To the fact that he has been of tener than otherwise con- spicuous by his absence is undoubtedly due much of the inertness and stagnation which so often characterize ex- hibitions that from a cultural standpoint are highly meritorious. The attentive observer cannot fail to One effect notice the steady trend in the wholesale of abundance flower markets for several years back, in the direction of a wider and wider di- vergence between selling value of stock which is first- class as to quality and that which is not. The variation between the selling price of best and second best, for- merly but a trifle, is today a wide gap and the probability is that it will become more so. As the sources of supply increase, so the buyer grows more and more insistent as to grading and quality and the grower or the wholesale dealer finds he can get standard prices only on the top grade material. Except in rare cases of scarcity on some special line the balance of the stock, which of course is the main bulk, becomes a subject of dicker, with the re- sult that the figure at which the small fraction of choice stock was sold often bears but little relationship to the actual average for an entire cut. There was a time when published quotations in the trade papers, from week to week, meant something but that time has gone and, while one may do everything possible to insure ac- curacy in such quotations, it is a fact that they convey very little information to anybody. The grower who is able to produce regularly the largest percentage of first grade flowers is the one who will come out on top. The bare number of flowers cut becomes of less and less im- portance under these conditions in which it often hap- pens that, of one thousand blooms, one hundred will realize as many dollars as will the remaining nine hundred. November 6. 1909 HORTICULTURE 635 Treatment of Cattleyas Editor HORTICULTURE:— I have a % span house 20 x 50 feet and 13 feet to the ridge. I have this house full of cattleyas of the following varieties: Labiata, Triana;, Percivaliana, Speoio- sissima, Schroderae, Mossiae, Mendelli and gigas in varieties, all this year's importations. When potting 1 gave plenty of drainage. Will they stand plenty of water, as they are breaking away very good and making plenty of new roots? Can I give them full sun- light after a month or so? I am re- moving the shade froiSi the house by degrees. The house runs east and west. Will they stand and and feed now? What is lime of soot and how is it used? How much Nicoticide should I use to fumigate this house ginner and any information you can each time, and how often as a preven- tive for the cattleya fly? I am a be- give me through your valuable col- umns will be highly appreciated by — A SUBSCRIBER. Editor of Horticulture : In reply to the questions asked (1) by Subscriber, would say the following: Subscriber had bet- ter use the water rather sparing- ly on his cattleyas from now until toward spring when the days begin to get longer and the sun has more power again. It does not pay to try to hurry them along, on account of the winter setting in now. A good watering once a week ought to be enough from now on, using a little weak liquid manure at the same time. It would be foolish to attempt to lay down strict rules as to how often the plants should be watered as each house has its own peculiarities, the plants in one house drying out much faslcv than the plants in an adjoining house. I find the safest way is to wateh your plants and water them as soon as they are thoroughly dry. A little careful attention to this will soon teach "Subscriber" more about watering than anybod}' could tell him who is not thoroughly acquainted with the existing conditions of the house. Never water a cattleya in winter unless it is dry. Cat- tleya gigas and C. speciosissima should be kept a few degrees warmer and a little dryer at the roots than the other species mentioned. This can be accomplished by grouping them together at the warmest end of the house. These two varieties will also stand more sun than the rest of them; indeed they will simply refuse to flower if not given plenty of light at all times. Keep Cattleya Mendelli at the coolest end of the house. C. Schroederi requires to be kept quite dry during winter. If the house is damped down once or twice a day and the plants syringed on all favorable occasions very little other watering will be required during the dull winter months for the three varieties mentioned above. (2) The sooner Subscriber gets off the shading from his houses, the better, as the sun has lost its burning power long ago, at least up this way. Our houses are covered with ground glass, which gives suflBcient shade Cattleta gigas for cattleyas during summer and far too much of it during winter. (3) I have used lime and soot to a con- siderable extent and find it throws off a beneficial gas which helps to put color and substance into the plants. Air-slaked lime and soot in equal proportion are mixed thoroughly together and strewn thinly under the benches and back of the heating pipes towards night about once a week, if time permits. (4) I doubt if the cattleya-fly can be eradicated by the use of Nicoticide. The safest way is to watch the young growths and to cut off any that come to an abrupt point as that is al- ways a sign that there are larvae in it. New imported cattleyas have plenty of good eyes and they will soon break away again. The time to look out for the fly is as soon as the plants start to grow, or when the young growth is about 1 inch high. If the larvae of the catt- leya-fly are destroyed then there will be no more trouble from them afterwards. Fumigate the house once a month with Nicoticide to keep down insect pests; four ounces of Nicoticide ought to be sufficient. If not both- ered with insects a good fumigation two or three times a year will be advisable to keep the pests out, but to my knowledge there are few, if any greenhouses, and especially orchid houses, that are not infested with some kind of an insect. Naugaiuck, Conn. (^.^■O^ Orchids are a timely topic. Any of our readers, inter- ested in their culture, etc., are invited to send to the of- fice of HORTICULTURE Inquiries concerning any points on which they may desire further light and full replies will be given In these columns. 636 HORTICULTURE November 6, 1909 MUSHROOMS IN CARNATION BED. Editor HORTICULTURE: Will you please let me know through your columns if anybody has had the following experience in his carnation soil, and if so, what he would advise me to do? In my carnation house in the centre bed, 50x5 teet, mushroom spawn has got In somehow. I am picking from one to two quarts a day since about September 18th. So far the carnations seem none the worse for it! and look clean and thrifty. The crop, of course, is very welcome to the table of my employers. If someone has had any similar experience, will he pleas© let me profit by his experience? G. BLBIKEN. A NEW RAMBLER ROSE. In reply to the query of Mr. Bleiken I would state that it is a very common occurrence to have mushrooms come ui) in carnation beds. We have never seen any bad effects. Some times they will lift up a plant; then, we dig up the stool and press the soil again around the plant. M. A. PATTEN. Tewksbury, Alass. PTEROSTYRAX (HALESIA) HISPIDA. This a shrub of much value, as a solitary decorative object on the lawn or by the water side, and is better in these respects than Chionanthus vir- ginica, to which it comes nearest, but its habit is less pleasing. Pterostyrax hispida possesses large handsome foli- age of a light green tint, and is an abundant bloomer in a young state, and the blooming period is consider- ably longer than in CJhionanthus. The flowers are white, and bear a resem- blance to those of Deutzia crenata. Owing to the compact habit of Pter- ostyrax hispida no pruning is required, it is not injured by frost, and is not particular as to the nature of the soil or its position. F. M. New llosh DAiuiii..\K Our advertising columns announce the introduction of the new rose Day- break, an illustration of which appears herewith. As one of .Jackson Dawson's productions no doubt will be enter- tained as to the excellent qualities and permanent value of this latest progeny of the prolific Wichuraiana lineage. On the other side, the parentage is also of a high standard. The Dawson has proved to be one of the hardiest and most prolifie of pillar and piazza roses. CARNATION SHASTA. The photograph ot Shasta, repro- duced herewith, shows a bed which was planted the first week in August, con- taining about 1800 plants. The photo- graph was taken October 1st. Mr. Baur states that they are running this bed for blooms only, the intention at pres- ent being not to take any cuttings from these plants. They have another house full containing about 8000 plants, which they have kept cut back from which to take cuttings. Propagation will begin about November 1st, and delivery of rooted cuttings will begin about January 1st, 1910. Over 40,000 have been sold to date and indications lioint toward a large total sale on this variety. It will be remembered that Shasta elicited more favorable com- ment than any other variety at the A. C. S. convention, where it scored 89 points last January. As a commercial white carnation it has a most promis- ing future. Carnation Shasta TREE PRESERVATION. We venture to say that practically every reader of these lines knows of some tree, historically valuable or prized for its associations or for its own beauty and shade which is rapid- ly going to decay because of lack of intelligent care. Some of us know many such trees and how glad we should be to see them put under the care of an expert in that new but al- ready indispensable art known as tree Kurp:ery. Every tree lover should read I he announcement on "The Preserva- tion of Historic Trees,'' by John T. Withers, which appears on another page of this issue. November 6, 1909 HORTICULTURE 637 THE LONSDALE BANQUET. The classic halls of Dooner's Hotel, situated in the heart of Philadelphia on tile siiot where Franklin flew his historic kite, have been the scene of many horticultural gatherings during the past twenty-five years, all of them of commanding importance and dis- tinction, but it is safe to say that none of these surpassed if they equalled the Edwin Lonsdale. splendid array of leading lights in the horticultural world that assembled on the evening of October 28th. 1909, to laud and bid Godspeed to Edwin Lons- dale on his departure from Philadel- phia to take up his permanent resi- dence in California as manager of the new Burpee seed farms on the Pacific Coast. The affair was a glorious suc- cess in every way. and a fitting testi- monial to the fine personality and high standing of the guest of honor as well as a creditable offering on the altar of friendship by the entire horticul- tural trade of the East to one of its most distinguished sons who has lived, loved and labored amongst them for nearly thirty years. Busy men in Bos- ton, New York, Washington, and other distant cities threw aside their Im- portant affairs in order to journey to the City of Brotherly Love to testify their friendship, love and admiration for a fellow-worker who has nobly held his end up and done much as a soldier of the common good, and every one went away happy in the thought not only that he had done his own duty as a man and brother, but that ho had enjoyed as well a feast of rea- son and a flow of soul so splendid that it would remain a pleasant red letter memory in his heart to the end of time. This is the reply that the Amer- ican people make to critics who claim that they have no ideals and no senti- ments and that their only thought is the almighty dollar! To give in detail the faintest out- line of the magnificent speeches made during the evening on all phases of the florists' trade, the seed trade, the nursery trade and allied horticultural industries would take up two or three papers the size of HORTICULTURE, so we must content ourselves by giv- ing below merely a list of a few of the fcriunate seventy-seven guests and the merest outline of the program. A full stenogi'aphic report of these speeches has been preserved for the benefit of the present and future by that keen exponent of progress and af- fairs, W. Atlee Burpee, and we feel sure it will be put to good and per- manent use for the public weal as be- hooves a man who stands at the head of the beatified hosts of wilderness- adorners and happiness-bringers to the huugi'y and forlorn of the human race. A pleasing incident of the proceed- ings was the presentation of a Victrola —the latest and most wonderful of re- producing instruments — to the guest of honor, after listening to Harry Lau- der, Melba, Caruso and La Boheme from its magic sounding boards. To say that Edwin Lonsdale was pleased with the great ovation given him sounds stale, flat and unprofitable — he was simply all broken up. There is a question as to who made the best speech of the evening. Some say Dr. Washburn ; others swear by J. Otto Thilow. Patrick O'Mara of New York was crisp, scintillating and to the point. Elijah Wood of Boston was particularly happy and W. R. Smith of Washington got the hearts of them all in his ode to appreciation of the men who do things. F. R. Pier- son was good, too, and some of the local stars shone out. Far be it from us to pose as a critic or judge. It is best to keep out of hot water In such a question. But we can say in all sin- cerity that everybody did well — speak- ers and singeis alike. W. C. Lang- bridge, of the Jerome B. Rice Co., Cam- bridge, N. Y., made a fine address on behalf of the American Seed Trade As- sociation, and was ably followed by Thomas E. Meehan, of Thomas Meehan & Sons, on behalf of the nursery trade. Edward Dooners' "Kilkenny" was one of the gems of the evening. However, one thing v/e are sure of, and that is that Howard Earl's speech was by all odds the biggest. It occupied two hun- dred typewritten pages and had to be wheeled up to the platform on a truck The toastmaster was greatly relieved and gladly con.sented when a member of the committee asked for leave to print. .Joseph Heaccck, the newly elected president of the Florists' Club, acted as chairman and was ably assisted by Toastmaster Ex-Mayor Smith — the lat- ter having in no way deteriorated in his role of "the greatest ever" in the way of witty toastmaster. He (the ex-Mayor) is like a fiddle, a meer- schaum pipe or a Scotch m-m-; gets better with age and more mellow and altogether delightful! Robert Craig gave an appreciative tribute to Wil- liam K. Harris, who was absent through sickness, but who sent a fine message by wire which was read by Secretary Rust, as were a great many other messages of regret from all parts of the country. William Wunder made a hit with his stories and monologues, and Thomas Hogan and C. H. Reed were also de- lightful in the "Plow of Soul." Frank Dooner gave the company "Loch IjO- mond" and made their hearts warm to him more than ever, although they were already highly strung on the faultless care he and his chef had be- stowed on the dinner arrangements. R. C. Bendig made an efficient accom- pauist on the piano. I'.obeit Craig sent a fine lot of the Lonsdale crotons to decorate the tables and these after they had been nicely trousered in green and silver by Rob- ert Klft proved a great attraction. The flowers for the tables consisted mainly of pink and white Killarney roses, Farleyense ferns and hardy chrysan- themums. These were furnished by Robert Scott & Sons and were ar- ranged artistically by George Craig, who also furnished several wagon loads of palms. It was a great night, all right, and our only regret is that exigencies of space compel us to be brief and cut out many of the delight- ful tilings, and no doubt also many of the appreciative mentions that should be given to those who helped to make the affair a success. Two things in particular we must not forget — the fine speeches made by Jno. Westcott and .Jno. Burton. Both of these old war-horses rose to their opportunities in splendid shape. In the v/ords of the program, "Join we together in the public good for what we can," we all did so — each one to the best of his ability as called on and the highest encomiums are iu or- der for one and all. The writer is proud to have been a cog in the wheel and is full of admiration for the noble way in which everybody aided and abetted in giving a good send-off to our dear old friend and distinguished horticulturist, Edwin Lonsdale. May he live long and prosper. And may that othei' deaj old friend and distin- guished horticulturist, W. Atlee Bur- pee, live long and prosper, too. We are proud of them both and think the new combination will accomplish far- reaching results. G. C. WATSON. DAHLIA WM. J. STEWART. The dahlia shown in the illustration is said to be a seedling from A. D. Livoni, raised by C. S. Finacom, Dra- cut, Mass. It is pure white and very Plantation of Dahlia W.m. J. Stewart floriferous, an excellent flower for florists' cut flower use. Mr. Pinaoom has a 35-acre farm and grows' between four and five hundred varieties of dahlias. The variety here Illustrated is his most highly prized seedling. 638 tlORTICU LTU RE- Novembei- 6, 1909 THE EXHIBITIONS LENOX (MASS.) FLOWER SHOW. A report of the annual chrysanthe- mum exhibition of the Lenox Horti- cultural Sooiety has already appeared in at least one of the horticultural papeis, in which the prize list has been fully given, and various com- ments appended. Lencx, Mass., nestles Itself among the beautiful Berkshire Mountains, and as an ideal summer home has few equals. Here the New York business man can retire for his happy vacation, and can rely on peace and solitude un- disturbed. It is off the beaten track and all we hear of Lenox is an oc- casional note in the Society column. These busines.s men and million- aires have their gardens and garden- ers and in out-door life and the beau- tifying of their places they take espe- cial pride, but the gardeners who are largely responsible for the appearance of their places get little of the passing comment. Now and then we read of some of their horticultural doings in a vague way, but anyone who is a competent judge and who visits some of these places and particularly their flower show, feels that these men are very much slighted by the press gen- erally. In Lenox they are doing a pioneer work horticulturally in many respects, and this is very clearly em- phasized at their exhibitions. Perhaps the most outstanding and leading feature of these exhibitions are the plant groups. Here these groups are put up on a scale that we never see attempted at any of our other exhibitions. It is a long way by rail to transport these delicate plants to any of our large centers, but it certainly would be a grand feature for some of our New York exhibitions to have one or two of them just for once, as a sample. Perhaps if some of the show committees would use a lit- tle persuasion, and some liberal donor provide the necessary transport charges, we might be able to see this consummated. Here the groups are put up with re- markable taste and so arranged that when you stai:d in frtnt of them you can see the individuality of every plant used. It is in the province of the gardener to produce fine specimens but usually when he groups them they are so massed as to hide their indi- vidual beauty. In building the one- side mounds so often seen, it is not really necessary to have good plants, as only one side and sometimes only the top, shows. To show them to perfection, considerable decorative art is necessary, and this the gardeners in Lenox seem to study to as great an extent as they do the cultural details. If is not the Intention of the writer to discuss the superior merits of either of the groups as put up by Mr. Here- mans, Mr. A. Jenkins or Mr. E. Jenkins. The judges had their own troubles in making the awards, but in any case they were all really good from the most critical standing point, and were cer- tainly a revelation to the writer and others, and an object lesson in their line. Notable among tlie individual plants used were some specimens of Croton Warreni at least five feet high and perfect in foliage and color, sev- eral beautiful pieces of orchids, and many well-grown palms, while the ground work was mainly composed of Adiaiitum Farleyense, lily of the val- ley and Gypsophylla paniculata. For the group of orchids, Mr. Love- less carried off first honors, with Mr. Heremans a close second, both groups being exceptionally fine and reflecting great credit on the exhibitois, both for cultivation and the tasteful man- ner in which they were arranged. For specimen chrysanthemum plants, Robert Spiers carried off the principal honors, while Mr. Loveless was first and Robert Spiers second for" twelve plants grown in six-inch pots. This was as fine a lot of plants as we have seen grown in this size of pot. Every bloom would have graced an exhibi- tion table in the cut-bloom class. The principal prize in the cut-bloom chrjsanthemum section was for 24 blooms, distinct. Here Edw. Jenkins was first, Thomas Proctor second and F. Heremans third. In competition for the C. S. A. cup, F. Heremans was awarded first for a splendid vase of Mrs. F. S. Vallis, this being perfect in form and finish; A. J. Loveless being second with Montigne. These were monster blooms, but hardly finished. Had the show been a week later the tables might have been turned. Thom- as Proctor came in third with a well finished vase of Lady Hopetown. It would take too much of your valuable space to enumerate all the varieties shown in each class, so we give herewith a list of some of last year's novelties which showed to best advantage in competition with the old- er kinds: Pres. Taft, Leslie Morrison, Pockett's Crimson, G. W. Pook, Frank Payne, Merstham Blush, Chas. Beck- ett, Mrs. O. H. Kahn, Mrs. C. H. Totty, Pockett's Surprise, Rose Pockett. Some of the most prominent of the old varieties were: Mrs. J. C. Neil, Mrs. Henry Patridge, Mary Mason, Mrs. Norman Davis, H. J. Johns, Mrs, F. S. Vallis and Lady Hopetown. In the vegetable classes, Rol>t. Spiers carried oft first prize with a really excellent collection; Mr. Edw. Jenkins being second and F. Heremans, third. To show the excellence of the vege- tables shown in this class, we have no hesitancy in saying that the third prize lot would have taken first prize in any show except Lenox. For grapes, Mr. Carlquist carried off first honors, both for black and white, F. Heremans being second. Both showed Gros Colman in good form, being excellent in color and finish, while Muscat of Alexandria for white was exceptionally good. In fact we never saw it shown better this late in the season. Altogether the show was worth a long journey to' see. We are glad we went, and consider the time well spent. WM. SCOTT. Elmsford. N. Y. THE FLOWER CITY'S FLOWER SHOW. The first Flower Show of the Com- mercial Florists' Association, of Rochester, N. Y., opened at Convention Hall on Tuesday afternoon, Novem- ber 2nd, with a display of floral wealth and beauty seldom seen at such exhibitions. Convention Hall was one immense, undivided garden of beauty, and the visitor was guided along paths and' walks amid tropical gardens dense with palms and ferns; beds of violets and roses; and masses of chrysanthemums, bouvardias and primulas which smiled at one as he passed from one glorious view to another still more beautiful. At the rear of the hall and reach- ing twenty feet toward the ceiling, a rock garden was constructed from the top of which a cascade tossed and tumbled to the little lake below. The walls of the building were covered with scenic paintings, and from the center of the roof thousands of yards of southern smilax were gracefully festooned to the supporting columns. A part of the famous Kimball orchid collection was shown by Mrs. W. S. Kimball. These were undoubtedly the most interesting and rarest of the many beautiful exhibits. W'hile the orchids formed a consider- able part of Mrs. Kimball's exhibit, the major part was a display of chry- santhemums. The method of exhibiting was en- tirely distinct from any flower show held in the past, the plan being to make the hall a great garden, rather than a series of small booths or tables containing individual exhibits, and the success of this idea is in a great measure due to Mr. Charles H. Vick, chairman of the general committee, assisted bv George B. Hart, W. L. Kel- ler, J. M." Keller, F. L. Keller, R. G Salter, E. P. Wilson, A. T. Salter, 0. J. Brown, F. W. Vick, William Pitkin, C. B. Ogston, F. R. Schlegel, H. B. Stringer and E. A. Osborne. The opening of the exhibition was very informal. President F. W. Vick, of the Florists' Association, introduced Mayor Edgerton, who spoke briefly and extended his congratulations. Then there was a crash of music, and from the Fifty-fourth Regiment Band's inclcsure, where Conductor Fred T. Zeitler and his musicians were sta- tioned, there came the strains of the Schiicht march, "Do It For Rochester." In the many pergolas, leading into the miniature gardens were hung cages of canary birds. The exhibit from the Highland Park conservatories, in charge of John Dun- bar, superintendent, showed a desert of sand in which hundreds of speci- mens of cacti and other succulent plants grow. An interesting exhibit showing what may be accomplished in landscape i;ardening in a small scale, was made by Walter Ticknor. A complete list of exhibitors fol- lows: A. W. Darling, Charles E. Fry, John House, Vick & Hill Company, E. R. Fry, Prank Bennett; Hiram W. Sibley, Etienne Berry; R. H. Pringle, H. E. Wilson, Thomann & Teute, George Crooke * Co., G. T. Boucher; Mrs. G. N. Perkins, John Condle, gar- November 6, 1P09 HORTICULTURE. (SS!) dener; Clifford & Son, George Ben- nett; George Eastman, William Pirie. gardener; Salter Brothers; Warham Whitney, T. Strezeski. gardener; A. Al. Lindsay, John McKeown, C. D. Bon- bright, Otto Grasinze, F. Kronsbein, Ed. Brockman, F. Schlegel's Sons, Charles Suhr, Brown Brothers Nur- sery Co., A. Rayton, Fred Teute; City Tarks Department, .John Dunbar, su- perintendent; Charlton Nursery Co.; AValter Tickner, Mrs. William S. Kim- ball, C. B. Ogston, gardener; George J. Keller, Ellwanger &. Bai-ry, Chase Brothers Co., E. C. Campbell, Thomas Cogger, George B. Hart, Wm. Ehmann, Grossman Eros., .7. Thomann, H. C. Salmon, W. D. Oviatt, ,r. B. Keller Sous, W. D. Ellwanger. Out-of-town exhibitors were: Mrs. D. M. Osborne, Auburn, N. Y. ; Mrs. J. Fav Kennell, Chili, N. Y.; Wm. Scott Co.", Chili, N. Y.: Chas. H. Totty, Madi- son, N. J.; E. D. Smith & Co., Adrian. Mich.; Mrs. F. F. Thompson. Canan- daigua, N. Y.; Robert Ballantyne, gar- dener; A. N. Pierson, Cromwell, Conn. THE BOSTON CHRYSANTHEMUM SHOW. As we go to press the halls of the Jlassachusetts Horticultural Society present a scene of gorgeous beauty. Chrysanthemums and orchids shine re- splendent in a setting of evergreens, palms and feras, the Judges are hard at work on their difficult duty and the public are thronging the open spaces, listening to the music and feasting their eyes on the scene, brilliant under hundreds of electric lights. It is a de- light to the old enthusiasts to see the big trained specimen plants once again on deck. W. A. Riggs, \V. C. Rust, Thos. W. Head, and James Marlborough are the rivals this year. In the groups of foliage and flowering plants cover- ing 300 square feet, Edw. MacMulkin and T. D. Hatfield are represented. MacMulkin's is a stately production in which palms and bays piedominate; Hatfield's is composed principally of pot chrysanthemums. Mrs. J. L. Gard- ner also has a handsome group edged with fine plants of Selaginella Emil- liana. R. & J, Farqtihar & Co. have a very extensive display of large coni- fers in tubs, also Lorraine begonias and cactus dahlias in pots. In the commercial plant groups, W. H. El- liott and Wm. McGillivray are coni- pelitors, and in the other plant classes are found Martin Sullivan. E. H. Wet- terlow, J. L. Smith and other local glowers. E. H. Wetterlow and E. A. ■Richards, from Manchester and Green- field, respectively, also James Nicol of fjuincy. are entered for the Gane prizes. In the pompon classes. R. Vin- cent, Jr. & Sons Co., and the Bellevue Nurseries are represented by large and effective displays. The gigantic vases of 75 specimen blooms each, are as heretofore a unique feature of this show. W. W. Edgar Co., T. W. Head, James Nical. Edw. MacMulkin, Mrs. E. M. Gill, D. F. Roy, Thos. W. Head. N. F. Conley and Wm. A. Riggs are con- spicuous in this class. In the various other cut flower classes, Thomas How- den, Peter B. Robb, W. C. Ritchie, E. K. Butler, Wm. McGillivray, Mrs. E. M. Gill, D. F. Roy, Thos. W. Head, H. A. Abraham, Wm. Swan. W. X. Craig, W. S. Russell, and F. H. Kennard are all prominent contributors and the competition in vases of one specifie'l color is exceedingly active, there being numerous entries. The flowers from Mr. Robb and Mr. Howden, both of ■Whitiusville, are remarkable for size and finish, as are those from T. W. Head, who is a very larg3 contributor. Wheeler & Co. represented by J. Mutch, and Edw. MacMulkin, are com- petitors in the class for table, 50 square feet, of orchids, both beautiful. Lager & Hurrel! have 25 square feet filled with orchids. Julius Roehrs Co. stage new Croton F. Sander and some choice cypripediuras. Riverside Greenhouses show seedling coleus. Peter Fisher, Patten & Co., and 3. J. Goddard are in with some handsome carnations. The entries for dinner table decora- tions of chrysanthemums are Edw. MacMulkin, Mrs. E. M. Gill and W. J. Creed. Next week we shall tell who won out. Chrysanthemum Donatello NASSAU COUNTY HORTICUL- TURAL SOCIETY. The fifth annual fall show of this society, which was held in Pembroke Hall, Glen Cove, Oct. 2Sth and 29th, was a notable success in every way. Chrysanthemums were on a whole, much better this year than in previous years. The vegetables also were of a very high standard and the judges, in several instances, had quite a diffioult task to pick the winning exhibit. A novel feature was introduced at this show by Mrs. B. Sterns — the offer of a premium for the best model of a flower .garden exhibited by an assis- tant gardener. M. Sims, assistant for J. Ingram, landscape gardener. Oys- ter Bay. showed considerable skill in his model and was awarded first premium D. Beaton, assistant for S. J. Trepass. won second prize with a very neatly executed design. ' Mr. F. Moquin, assistant for G. Wilson, also showed good taste in the arrangement of his model. The principal prize winners in the chrysanthemum class- es were: A. Mackenzie, superintend- ent for P. C. Chubb; J. F. Johnston, superintendent for P. Daua; J. Elms- lie, superintendent for W. L. Hark- ness: W. Eccles, superintendent for M. Schiff and J. Robinson, superintendent tor C. Hoyt The blooms staged by Mr. Eccles and Mr. Elmslie were ex- ceptionally fine, Mr. Eccles' vase of Beatrice May in the class for six white being the largest blooms of that vari- ety the writer has ever seen. Mr. Eccles was awarded the prize for the largest bloom in the show tor a flower of that variety. Mr. Eccles staged a fifty-foot group of chrysanthemums which deserves special comment — the dats of stuff used and the arrange- ment both being fine. Other winners of first or second prizes in addition to the exhibitors above named were: C. W. Knight, R. Cartwright, J. Ross, J. W. Everett, G. Wilson and S. J. Trepass in chrysan- themums; V. Cleres and G. Wilson in roses; J. Ingi'am and H. F. Matz in carnations. Other prize winners In the miscellaneous classes were H. Gant, E. R. Reidenbach, J. O'Brien, F. Pet- trocia, G. Ashworth, J. Macdonald. President Everett won the silver cup offered by Mrs. H. T. Pratt for best collection of fruit. H. Gant has the honor of having his name inscribed upon the Troy cup for collection of outdoor roses. This cup has to be won three times before becoming the prop- erty of an exhibitor. J. F. Matz ex- hibited a floral design for which he was awarded a certificate of merit. The judges were Wm. Turner, Oce- anic, N. J.; J. F. Huss, Hartford, Conn, and Peter Duff. Orange, N. J. J. Dnthie proved an able manager. WM. A. MacKENZIE, Cor. Sec. MADISON (N. J.) SHOW. The 14th Annual Flower Show of the Jlorris County Gardeners' and Florists' Society was a success in every way. The attendance was con- siderably larger than on any other like occasion. What we have been work- ing for so long, is to awaken pMblic interest, and it looks as if the time is fast coming. Several automobile parties came a distance of 40 miles just to see the show. The show itself was vei-y satisfactory — the quality of the flowers and the way they were ar- ranged. I'here were fewer chrysanthemums than in other seasons, but what was wanting on this end was more than made up in roses and carnations. ITiere was never shown in any place a finer lot of either. iSLger & Hurrell had a very choice collection of orchids, and Harry Tur- ner had his Celosla "Castle Gould" in fine shape. He brought two seedling chrysanthemums from Lenox, one well-named "Big Bill Taft" and the other the "Suffragette." Some of the ladies thought it was too nice a flower tor the name. C. H. Totty says, "It Is all right for she has two or three mean habits." Duckham's central group was, as always, a feature, and the com- mittee of arrangements deserve great credit. E. R. The list of awards at this show is held over, for lack of room, until next week when it will appear In full. 640 HORTICULTURE, November 6, 1909 NEWS OF THE CLUBS AND SOCIETIES HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY OF NEW YORK. The regular monthly meeting of the society will be held at the American Museum of Natural History, 77th St. and Columbus Ave., N. Y. City, at 4 p. m., on Wednesday, November 10th, 1909. The Chrysanthemum Society of America will be holding its meeting in N. Y. City at that time, and in view of this fact it was thought appropri- ate to devote this meeting of the Hor- ticultural Society to that popular flower. A paper will be presented by Mr. W. H. Waite, one of the most suc- cessful growers of the chrysanthemum, followed by a general discussion by others. Facilities are available at the Ameri- can Museum of Natural History for the display of cut flowers and plants, and those having choice or unusual specimens are requested to bring them to the meeting. A hearty invitation is e.xtended to all, especially to those who ma>' be visiting N. Y. City, to attend .this meeting and join in the discus- sion. All are welcome. This will give an opportunity to those, who are not familiar with the American Museum of Natural History, to see what a flue building and admirable facilities are at the disposal of the Horticultural Society of New York, net only for the holding of its monthly meetings and exhibitions, but also for its large ex- hibitions. The building is easily ac- cessible from all parts of the city, and this will probably appeal strongly to visitors. For the benefit of visitors it may be stated that the American Mu- seum of Natural History may be reached by subway, the elevated lines on 6th and 9th avenues, and by surface lines on 8th and Columbus avenues. SOCIETY AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HOR- TICULTURISTS. Registration of Chrysanthemums. Public notice is hereby given that Samuel Cockburn and Sons, of Wood- lawn, New York, N. Y.. offer for reg- istration the plant described below. .-Vny person objecting to the registra- tion or to the use of the proposed name is requested to communicate with the undersigned at once. Fail- ing to receive objection to the regis- tration the same will be made three weeks from this date. Description — Grows about two feet high. Can be cut 1st to 5th of Octo- ber; dark green foliage. Parentage — Glory of Pacific. Color, mauve pink. Size of flower, about 5 inches. Origi- nated with us about four (4) yeais ago. (The Chrysanthemum Society of America passed on this in New York, Philadelphia and Cincinnati in lOOS I. Fain. Name — Dr. Frederick A. Cook. W. N. RUDD, Secretary. Date— October RO, 1909. AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. The following varieties have been entered in our new section thus far: Mrs. J. C. Vaughan, Pink Delight, Mrs. Chas. Knopf, Ruby, Mayday, 0. P. Bassett, Wanoka, Apple Blossom, Georgia, Bay State, W. H. Taft, Gov. Dineen, Alvina. Each variety will constitute a class by itself, for which the disseminator offers a first premi- um of IG.OO and a second premium of $4.00. In each class 50 blooms are to be shown, except in the class for Alvina, which calls for six plants grown in not over 8 in. pots. Anyone wishing to offer other spe- cial premiums, should foi-ward full particulars at once, in order to reach me before the premium list goes to press. A. F. J. B.\UR, Sec. Indianapolis, Ind. FLORISTS' CLUB OF PHILADEL- PHIA. At the meet in;; of this club on Tues- day evening last two vases of White Killavney rose showing stmng and vig- orous growth were exhibited by the S. S. Pennock-Meehan Co. These were grown by the A. N. Pierson Co., Crom-- well, Conn. .Joseph Heacock and Edward Towill gave a description and history of th? new Dorothy Gordon carnation. The committee reported on this carnation as follows; Joseph Heacock Co. exhibited two vases of Dorothy Gordon carnation. Flowers SM: to 4 Inches in width; stems 24 inches and over. Good pleasing color, a shade of pinli similar to Kose Pink Enchantress, but more uniform and larger and better sub- stance. The flowers in one vase were four days old and they were in fine con- dition, which speaks well for the keeping quality. The stock seems very clean and healthy. Dorotli.v Gordon is without doubt a splendid commercial variety. (Signed) LEO NIESSEN, ROBERT KIFT. Committee. Chas. H. Fox will read a paper at the next moRfhly meeting of the club, the first Tuesday in December. ST. LOUIS HORTICULTURAL SO- CIETY. Flow/er Show. At the Coliseum on afternoons and evenings, November 3tli to 12th, will be held the greatest Flower and Po- mological Display ever made in St. l.ouis. Many novel and picturesque effects. Concert every afternoon and evening by Poepping's Band. There has been donate:! by the Mer- mod .laccard & King .Jewelry Co. a silver cup for the best 100 chrysanthe- mums, "any variety.' The chrysan- themums as well as the American Beauties are to be staged the first day of the exhibition, November 9th. Will all members of Ladies' S. A. F. and other visiting ladies to the St. Louis Flower Show come to Miss M. Meinhardt at the Coliseum Building, Tuesday, Noveniler 9th, 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p. m,, as she wishes their names. CHRYSANTHEMUM SOCIETY OF AMERICA. It is Mr. Thomas Proctor of Lenox, Mass, not Mr. David Fraser, as pre- viously announced, who is to present a paper on "Pot-Grown Chrysanthe- mums tor Exhibition Cut Blooms" at the New York meeting of the Society. Work of Committees. New York— Oroba, Jap., white. JSxhibited by Elmer D. Smith & Co.. Adrian, Mich., S6 points. Certificate. Cincinnati, Ohio — Same variety. Same award. Cincinnati, Ohio— Donatello (ex- hibited iu 190S as No. 36-44) Jap., yel- low. Exhibited by Elmer D. Smith & Co.. SS points. Certificate. Madison, N. J.— Mrs. W. Arnold, Jap., white. Exhibited by C. H. Totty. SS noints. Certificate CHAS. W. JOHNSON, See'y. A VISIT TO ELMER D. SMITH & CO. (^,ood delegations from the Detroit and Toledo Florist Clubs visited, on in- vitation, the noted establishment of Elmer D. Smith & Co. at Adrian, Mich,, on October 30. Those who went were well repaid for the trip. They found the chrysanthemums about two weeks later than last year. There were many promising novelties to be seen, espe- cially among the Pompons. The inner man was well taken care of. FLORISTS' CLUB OF WASHINGTON. At the meeting of the Florists' Club on November 2nd, there was an un- usually large attendance. The main interest of the meeting centered in the approaching flower show. All are , striving hard tc make this the "finest ever." The subject of street fakirs was again taken up, and the secretary was instructed to write to tue commission- ers, asking whether or not the depart- ment stores have a right to sell flowers without a regular florists' license. A motion was carried to invite the Baltimore florists over for Ttiesday night, November 9th. DETROIT AND TOLKDO FLORISTS' CLUKS VISITING El. MICK D. SMITH A" CO. November 6, 1909 tlOKTlCUUl URE, 641 Before You Think Of Buying Elsewhere send for our list and quotations or, better still, come and look over our stock which is not ex- celled anywhere. A splendid assortment in all sizes of the best plants to grow on for the Christmas and Enster trade. Lorraine Begonias, Poinsettias, Azaleas, Ferns, Genistas, etc. We have just what you need. William W. Edgar Co. WAVERLEY, MASS. A FEW FINE PRINCESS OF WALES VIOLET PLANTS At $5.00 per 100 WILLIAIYI SilYI Cliftondale, Mass. We still have a few thousand AZALEAS to offer at import prices in the best commercial varieties; also Bay and Box Trees, Euonymus, Eurya Latifolia, Araucaria, Asparagus, Lrotons, Arecas, Cocos, Kcntias, Latania?, Phcenix, Rub- bers, Pandanus and Small Ferns for Dishes in best sorts at lowest wholesale prices. Wholesale Price List on Application. A. LEUTHY & CO. PERKINS ST. NURSERIES ROSLINDALE, BOSTON, MASS. OUR SPECIALTIES Araacarias, Palms, Azaleas and Blooming Plants (or Christmas and Easter GODFREY ASCHMANN, Importer, Grower and Wholesale Dealer In Arau- caria E}zcel8a, Robnsta Compacts and Bzcelsa Olanca; Kentia Forsterlana and Bdmoreana; Sago Palms, Areca Lntei- cena, Cocos Weddelllana. HBADCtCARTBRS FH>R FE»INS ■nch as Whltmanl, Boston, Amerpohll, Bcottll, Todeaoldes. Bagonia Glolre de Lorraine, 6 Inch, by the thousand. Primula Chinese, etc., cheap for cash. Send for prices. 1012 West Ontario Street PHILADELPHIA, PA. LA NTS STAKES HYDRANGEA Hortensis Otaksa Splendid field grown stock, suit- able for six inch pots, 3 to 4 leads, in prime condition to force for Easter. $3.50 per dozen $25 00 per 100 HENRY A. DREER 714 Chestnut Street PHILADELPHIA, PA. st^ywyyitwyy*iyysM*MU*a^^mkn^m^nn^^nmnn^nnM>^Mmiy*MUim»; PEACOCK'S PEERLESS DAHLIAS RPI n DnnT3 00 per 100. IMPORTANT Flowering, Foliag:e anv work room, office, etc., has been added, and under the plant and show houses is a large con- crete cellar with every convenience for handling and storing large bay trees, a mushrotmi cellar, flower rooms, stor- age, etc. Outdoors are concrete heated ))its and frames for every conceivable jiurpose. The arrangement of each compartment has been carefully l.lanned. Cellars, work-rooms, office and greenhouses are all fitted with electric lights. Three large Lord cS: Burnhani boilers heat the whole range. The chrysanthemums are fine; many of the new as well as standard varie- ties are represented by well developed flowers. Amongst the best noted were: O. H. Khan, Leslie Morrison, Yellow Miller. President Taft. Mrs. Geo. Hunt, Edith Smith. Reginald Valis, Dorothy Bady, O. A. F.roonihead. Mrs. Trainter, Dazzler, and Brilliant. The last named makes an excellent bush plant. The show-house was skilfully arranged, the centre bench of Cattleya labiata and Oncidium varicosum amongst superb l)lants of Adiantum Farleyense giViUg a charming effect. In the same house a combination of Lilium Harrisii, be- gonias, Amaranthus salicifolia, Stro- bilanthes D>erianus, ferns, lily of the valley and other useful things were used to ad\antage. Begonia Vernon gracilis as an edging plant is very ef- fective. In this compartment we no- ticed a magnificent hanging basket of the rare Polypodium Knightii. A novel feature of the exhibition was one of the corridors filled entirely with idants in fiuit. Tomatoes and peppers of various shapes and colors, Solanum capsicastrum, Ardisia crenata, and or- anges were arranged with telling ef- fect. In the i>a!ni house are some noble plants, amongst which we noticed a fine basket of Polypi.'diuni .=ul)auricula- lum, lietter known as Goniophlebium subauriculatuni. The other sections contain many evidences of the skill of Supt. .lohn Featherstone and his staff of assistants. J. UrTCHIXSON. BUSINESS CHANGES. St. Paul, Minn- — Wm. Swanson has bought the greenhouses of Carl Hau- gen. New Britain, Conn. — C. A. Parker has purchased the Traut greenhouse property. New Haven, Conn. — F. H. Kimberly has disposed of his greenhouse prop- erty to Charles Munro. Willoughby, O. — The greenhouse establishment of H. R. Carlton has been sold to Jas. B. Knight and A. B. Wilson. Beatty, O. — The Fairview Floral Company establishment has been sold at receiver's sale to the Geo. H. Mel- len Co. of Springfield. Westfield, Mass. — Henry Barton has sold his florist business at 58 Elm street and his greenhouse on Noble street to C. H. .Jacobs, who will take possession .\"ov. 1. Mr. Ja- cobs is already in the florist business, having his greenhouse on Smith ave- nue. Mr. Barton first started in business nearly 9'2 years ago, and has built up a large business. He has made no definite plans for the future. Novemuei- 6, 1909 tlOKTl CULTURE 643 ^S#>^-^-*St^-*^v^l^l#>^i^-li^-^-*lfi ^ ^ m ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ m Come and See DOROTHY GORDON growing and judge for \-ourself of its good qualities. Orders for 60,000 R. C. have been booked without spending anything for printers' ink. DOR.OTHY GORDON is beyond question the best commercial pink carnation in sight today. Its pedigree, La7i>son on Enchantress, alone should recommend it to every carnation grower, but pedigree is by no means its chief merit. It possesses many of its own, such as 1st Vigorous constitution and freedom from disease. 2nd Size. Blooms average over 3 inches, of excellent form. 3rd Color. Resembles Rose Pink Enchantress, but is superior to that variety in being more uniform. 4th Long stiff stem. 5tfa Fragrant. 6th Keeping qualities of the best. 7th Blooming qualities 30 per cent, better than Enchantress. We had a stock of 6,ooo plants last season. The flowers were all sold at the holidays to the trade in Philadelphia at Si 2 per 100 and uniformly sold for 50 per cent, more than we got for Enchantress during the rest of the season. DOROTHY GORDON will be disseminated during the winter of 1909 and 1910 at the popular price of $10.00 per 100, $75.00 per ICOO. Strictly on its merits. No carna tion grower can aflEord to be without it. Come and see it, examine our books, and decide for yourself. It must be sold on its merits or not at all. Orders filled in strict rotation. Joseph Heacock Company, Wyncote, Pa. Wyncote is 10 miles north of Philadelphia on Phila. & Reading R. R. 100 trains every week day. g^Wf^w^^i^Wf^^wwwmfwy^mrii^mf^^ Lily of the Valley Clumps EXTRA STRONG 6 to 1 2 pips. For immediate delivery. $10.00 per 100 90.00 per 1000 Skidelsky ®> Irwin Co., 1215 BeU Bldg.. PHILA.. PA. Boston Ferns NEPHROLEPIS BOSTONIEKSIS Harris Type This is the best of all the Boston ferns. 2^-in., $6.00 per 100; $50.00 per 1000 2 -in.', 4 50 per 100; 40.00 per 1000 Good strong plants ready for shift. RANDOLPH & McCLEMENTS Baum and Beatty St»., PITTSBURG, PA. A. N. PIERSON, Inc., Cromwell, Conn. FULL LINE OF PALMS AND FERNS Send for Catalogue ORCHIDS IN BLOOM ROEHRS, Rutherford, N. J- PALMS, FERNS AND DECORATIVE PLANTS JOHN SCOTT Rutland Road and E. 45th St. Td. 2890 Bedford BROOKLYN, N.Y. ORCHIDS ORCHIDS All Orchids. Nothing but Orchids. Best Orchids. Qood Orchids. We Collect Them. Write Today. CARRILLO & BALDWIN, Secaucus. N. J. NEPHROLkPIS MAGNIFICA THE SENSATIONAL NOVSaiTT BtreDK 2H-ln. ftock, $3S.OO per 100. WHiTMANII IH-lB., MO.OO per 1000; 3Vz-\a., from Beoek. $8.00 per 100. BOSTON FERNS $30.00 per 1000. H. H. BARROWS & SON. WHITMAN. MASS. FERNS FOR DISHES Assorted varieties, 2 in. pots, $3.50 per loo, $30 per 1000 PRIMROSES OBGONICA AND CHINESE Best strains, zj^ in. pots, $3 per 100, $25 per 1000, Cash with order. FRANK OECHSLIN 911 QafncySt., - - CHICAGO, ILL. tjargest Importers, Exporters, and HybridisU <« tht Worid Zander, St. Alban», Enql«nd and 235 Broadway, Room I NEW YORK CITY ORCHIDS! ORCHIDS! Arrived iu first-class conditiou, C. ilossiae. ORDONEZ BROS. 41 West 28th St.. New York City, and Madison, N. J. Ariived in fine condition Cattleya Gigas (Hardyana Type), C. GIffU Sanderiana, C. Gaskelllaoa, C. Specla#- Issima, C. Chrysotoxa, Oncldlam Fnrcatais, Odontogipssum Luteo-purpureom, MUt*- nla Vexlllaria. Miltonla RoezlII and maDj more. Write f©r prices. LAGER & HURRELL, ^T^." 644 HORTICULTURE November 6, 1909 AMERICAN NURSERYMEN'S ASSO- SOCIATION. John Hall, who has been secretary of the Western New York Horticul- tural Society for the past twenty-cue years, has been appointed secretary of the National Nurserymen's Associa- tion to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation of George C. Seager. Mr. Seager has been secretary since 1S9 U Mr. Hall is well qualified to fill the office and the appointment is consid- ered a good one by the members of the Association. The lateness of the chrysanthemums this year has caused the Detroit Florist Club to change the date tor its show to November !9. "Why are florists averse to commercial bookkeeping?" was a query drawn from the question box at the last meeting of this club. LEESLEY BROS. Ornamental Trees, Shrubs and Hardy Plants Tempting Quality and Tempting Figure* on the following BRIDAL WREATH (Splrea Van Houttel) SIBERIAN DOGWOOD (Cornns Slblrlca) HIGH BUSH CRANBERRY (Viburnum Opalus) MOCKi ORANGE OR SYRINGA (Flilladelpbns) In variety We Have E^ye^ythlng for Beautifying tbe Landaeape. Wholeaale Catalogue Free Upon Ap- plication. Write u« for anything you may want. N. 40th and Peterson Ave., CHICAQO, ILL. AUCTION SALE Tuesdays and Fridays OF High Grade Nursery Stock W. ELLIOTT & SONS, NEW YORK K»OE^HR^S RUTHERFORD, N. J. EVERGREENS Privet Hedge by th^Mlte We grow California Privet by the (square) mile and sell it by the Uunmng) mile. Our extensive attvertismg of this superior hedge ^^.^-i^^g^Bs^ q^. is helpmg to create demand tor it in every section. Not all ^,.r-*&^.^^^^&^ extensive ot this demand can be taken care of by us— every ^.^-^^S^^^P^ acreage on which we florist will have calls for California Privet this .^<^-^^^^^ ■ Pyo^'ice California faU and next spring YOU want to be ready ^- ' .^^ Pnvet enables us to offer it to supply demands of this character ^^.^ >^ ^?i ^'*^^?n "^^J^?^^ ^^'^ '* and to ^-■^^^^^ht,'' .y would cost to grow it. Our supe- ^,,.^.^■^'"^1^^^^^^^^ nor facilities for handling of (he stock Ge^ YOTH* Slia.IT6 ^.^'^'''\,s^^^^^^^^ embles us to offer you a better grade. ^ .-"'"'^''"'^fliri^S^^^^^^^^ ^* ^'"' ^^""^ y^^ details of the largest and of f'.Tlis ^?nVCt ^-'^'"''"'^ -tf^td^^S^^^^^^ most complete assortment of Privet to be found --r<^ .jet^^^^S^^^^ '^ Amenca, with special trade quotations. X^X*&de ^..^fS} Ji^SSSSS^^^^ For prompt attention, address Desk H< JOHN WATERER & SON, Ltd. American Nursery Bagshot, England Are Specialists in the REALLY HARDY VARIETIES of Rhododendron Hybrids and in Select Varieties of Hardy Border Plants American Grown Roses Fruit and Ornamental Trees, Shrubs, Small Fruits, Clematis, Evergreens. Write for Trade List. W. & T. SMITH CO. Geneva. N.'xY. DOROTHY PERKINS Severn! thousand strong plants, six to oight branches, Ave to eight feet, fine for forcing, at $10.00 per TOO; also a few hundred AV'M. C. EGAN at $12.00 per 100. HOOPES, BRO. & THOMAS CO., West Chester, Pa. A SPECIALTY ThePingee&ConardCo.wesy Box Trees «d othtr EVERGREENS for Tubs "d Boies Our Prtoea are Always Right — Catalog Prac THE NEW ENGLAND NURSERIES, Inc. HOLLAND NURSERIES Best Hardy Rhododendron*, Azaleas, Conifers, Clematis, H. P. Roses, Shrubs, and Herba- ceous Plants. PniTWrDVITDV 216 JansSt.WeehawkeDHgtl. • V/U TT CilVlVCIVIV, F. 0. No. 1. Hobokec, N. J. HARDY PERENNIAL PLANTS SPECIAL OFFER. Doronicum excelsum, $6.00 per t o. Doronicum caucasiciim, $5 00 per 100. Veronica longifolia subscssilis, $40^ per 100. Write for prices on Hardy Perennial Plants. OLD TOWN NURSERIES, S. NA'ICK. MASS. Bobbink & Atkins Nurserymen and Florists Rutherford, - N.J. BOXWOOD AND EVERGREENS Boxwood, Pyramid: IVitt. ...$1.00 each 414 ft. .$3.50 each 3 ft. ... 2.00 each 5 ft. . 4.00 each 8Hft. ... 2.50 each 5^-6 ft. . 5.00 each 4 ft. . . . 3.00 each 6 ft. . 6.00 each Boxwooo, Bush: 12- 1."; Inches 25 each 1516 Inches 35 each 18-24 Inches 50 each 24 Inches 75 to $1.00 each Larger sizes. $1.50, $2.00 & $2.50 each We have a large quantity and fine as- sortment of small EVERGREENS for Window Roxes and Vases: 10-12 inches $20.00 per 1000 12-15 inches 25.00 per 1000 15-18 inches 35.00 per 1000 KENTIAS AND BAY TREES Our stocli Is larger and finer than pver. We can fill orders for all sizes. A Visit to our Nursery will convince you we have the quality that gives sat- isfaction. AZALEAS. Have arrived in splendid condition We have all the most important varieties and sizes. Ask for price*. Ask for Wholesale Catalog November 6, 1909 HORTICULTURE 645 NARCISSUS BICOLOR VICTORIA The finest of all the bicolor varieties. We offer a grand lot of mother, or double-nosed bulbs. These bulbs are exceptionally fine, as indicated by the number of bulbs in a case, cases containing 1,350 each. Full case hts, 1,250 bulbs, for $35.00; less quant- ities, $a 50 Der ico. Narc. Paper White Grandiflora. Selected bulbs, 14cm. and up, 1,000 to the case, $11.00; less quantities, $1.50 per 100. Narcissus Golden Spur. Double-nosed bulbs, $3.25 per 100, $20.00 per 1000. Narcissus Princeps. Double-nosed bulbs, $1.15 per 100, $10.00 per 1 ,0: o. Narcissus Emperor. Double-nosed bulbs, $2.00 per 100, $17.50 per 1,000. Narcissus Poeticus. $0.75 pter 100, $5.00 per 1,000, Chinese Sacred Lilies. Bundle of 120 bulbs for $4.30. Tulips. Per 100. Per 1000 Artus $1.50 $11.50 Chrysolora x.oo 7.50 LaReine >.25 9.50 Pottebakker White 1. 25 10.50 Rose Luisante a.25 Yellow Prince 1. 00 8.50 Murillo 3.00 17.00 Rex Rubrorum 1-75 15.00 Bizarres. mixed 1. 00 7 50 Byblooms, mixed 1. 00 8.00 Gesneriana Spathulata 1.25 10.50 Golden Crown .89 6.50 Hyacinths. Finest Selected Named, $5.00 per 100, $45.00 per I, coo. Fine Named, $4.00 per loc, $35.00 per i,030. Separate Colors, $2.50 per 100, $22 50 per 1,000. Miniature, or Dutch Romans; Finest Named Sorts, $2. co per 100, $18,00 per i.oco. Gladiolus. Per 100 Per icoo Colvilli alba *' The Bride," $0.75 $5.50 Peach Blossom i.oo 8.00 Allium Neapolitanqm 65cts. per loo; $4.50 per 1000. Snowdrops. Single 75 cts. per loo; $6.00 per 1000. Freesia refracta alba. French-grown bulbs, mammoth size, $1.25 per 100, $9.00 per 1,000. Lily of the Valley. Our finest Perfection grade. New impoitation ready in November. Case of 2,0 o pips, $26.00; less quantities, $14.00 per i.oco. Spanish Iris. Mixed Colors, $2.50 per 1,000; finest named sorts, $4.00 per i,coo. All of the above-named bulbs now ready except where otherwise noted. Complete list of bulbs in wholesale list, sent free on application. F. R. Pierson Co. Tarrytown-on-Hudson NEW YORK. HERE'S WHERE THE BULBS FLY Just to dispose of a late importation. Your chance. Better talte advantage of a good thing HYACINTHS Per 100 Now Sinsle Named (Our selection. State color wanted) $4.75 Double Kamed " " " " " 4.50 Single Unnamed, separate colors or ml:sed 2.35 Double Unnamed, *' " '* " 2.35 Per loo Now Artus $1.15 Belle Alliance 2.00 Chrysolora 75 LaReine 90 Yellow Prince 80 Due van Tliol. Scarlet 1.35 Mixed, fine quality 65 Catalogued $5.50-$8.50 5.50- 7.00 2.50 2.75 SINGLE TULIPS Cat. $1.30 2.25 .85 1.00 1.00 1.60 .85 DOUBLE TULIPS Imperator Rubrum $2.25 $2.60 Murillo 1.75 2.00 Rex Rubrorum 1.65 1.85 Rubra Maxima 1.75 2.00 Superfine Mixed Early 80 1.10 SINGLE NARCISSUS Per loo Now Cat. Princeps Maximus $.80 $1.00 Empress 1.60 1.75 Emperor 1.80 2.00 Golden Spur 2.00 2.25 Poeticus, Pheasant's Eye 50 .65 Poeticus, Burbidgli 50 .65 DOUBLE NARCISSUS Altio-pleno Odorato $ .50 $ .65 Von Sion, True Daflfodil 1.00 1.25 Von Sion, Double Nose 1.80 2.00 Mixed 60 .75 Single Jonqnils 60 .75 Chinese Lilies, per basket... 1.10 1.25 Not less than 50 bulbs of each kind. To secure these prices must mention this paper JAMES ViCK'S SONS, ""•'Bf?:"' Special Fall Sale of Bulbs Fall, 1 909. 48 1 .000 Bulbs Ready to Ship. In ordering bulbs, please state whether by express or freight. If bulbs are not satis- factory on arrival fire them back at once at our expense. We carry only the best. We prefer to ship C. O. D., with privilege of examining. A trial order will convince. SINGLE DUTCH HYACINTHS. NARCISSUS. In red, rose, dark red. white, pure white, Per 100 Per 1000 blush white, blue, dark blue and yellow. All Paper White Grandiflora $ 80 $6 00 the same price. Per 100, $2.50; Per 1000, $20. p^, riLLARIA MELEAGRIS. SINGLE TULIPS. Guinea Hen Flower, mixed... 100 8 00 Per 100 Per 1000 ._.„ Bizard Pronkert, red and yellow $1 00 $8 00 IRIS. Canary Bird pure yellow 100 8 00 Anglica, in superior mixture. . 1 25 10 00 Cardinals Hat, dark red 100 8 00 Hispanica, in extra mixture .50 4 00 Colour Ponceau, crimson and Germanica, in extra mixture. . 1 50 12 50 wh'te 1 00 S 00 Kaempferi. in extra mixture. . 1 25 10 00 W? '" "^''*^°' ^^^'^' P"""^ 1 00 8 OO P»™°'=>, the Peacock Iris 1 00 8 00 La'l Van Rhijn.'purpie Violet." :; 1 00 8 00 Iri* Tuberose (Snake Head). 1 25 10 00 Ma Van Almable, red and yel- rn ADIOI HIS AMirnir^A r-ii;f n.nn,., low striped 1 00 8 00 OUAUIUUIVJS AMILKICA, Laiif. grown. Purple Crown, dark purple 1 00 8 00 America, 7-in. circumference . 5 00 40 00 Very flue mixed 80 6 00 America, 5 to 6-ln. clrcumfr'n'ce 3 50 30 00 Parrot Tulips, mixed 80 6 00 America, bulblets 5 00 Bizarre and B.vbloemen, mixed. 80 6 00 [ ^ai | a I II Y Rill RS CaKI (rrn™,. Breeders Plain Colored, mixed. 80 6 00 «-AUl-A UIUT BUl^B^, Caiit. grown. Darwin Tulips, mixed 80 600 Calla Bulbs, 3 to 4-ln. clrcnm- Various species of Tulips, mixed 80 6 00 I ference, fine 3 50 30 OO Address all orders to Berrydale Experiment Gardens, Holland, Mich. Route No. 1, Box 54. LOOK I LOOK! LOOKt A Chance of Your Lifetime. Never to Return. single separate colors, per HYACINTHS. lOOO, $12. CO. HYACINTHS, to name, Gertrude, Giganthca, Moreno, Robert Stciger. Roi des Beiges, Baron van Thuyll, pink and white, Grandeur a Mcr- veille, Madame Van der Hoop, La Grandcsse, L' Innocence, Paix de L' Europe, Grand Maitre, Czar Peter, King of the Blues, Lord Derby. Queen of the Blues, Regulus. All Hyacinths are true to name and of fine qual- ity, per looo, $2a.oo. TULIPS, single and double in separate colors, per looo, $4.00. Artus ._ $6.00 per i ooo Belle Alliance lO.oo " Cardinal's Hat 5.00 " Duchess de Parma 5,00 *' Rose Blanche 4.00 ** Yellow Prince 5.00 '* La Candeur 8.00 " CROCUS, striped, white and purple, $1.50 per I ooo. A fine stock of BOX WOOD, in ail sixes and shapes, specimen E VERGREENS, Pot grown DEUTZIA LEMOINEI, and LILACS, now ready for delivery. F. W. O. SCHMITZ, Prince Bay, N. Y. 646 HORTICULTURE, November 6, 1909 Seed Trade About Wholesale Prices. The VVlioIesale Seedsmen's LeagU'; prices which have been issued, confirm fully the forecasts in last week's Sefd Trade Notes. The advances predicted ou the general line of garden peas have materialized in full, and it is (|Uite generally recognized by leading leaguers that prices must go higher on many lines, for as one remarked about the prrjsenl prices, "It is the first step, and we don't want to make it too long. Wait until we lix prices lor the January lists." It is doubtful if peas will go much higher, but beans a)e likely to, and many items in mel- ons, squashes and pumpkins, and pos- sibly cucumbers, but from all infor- mation obtainable, there seems little justification for any marked advances in cucuniijer seed. It is thought by many that onion 3eed is priced too high. However this may be, there is time to correct any errois either way, before prices aie finally fixed for the annual wholesale lists. It should be remenibtred that wholesale dealers are really only feeling their way a.t this season of the year or earlier, and are without sufficient data to be sure of their giound. j3y Decembei' they will know pretty nearly where they are at. Offerings of peas are drying up. One large jobbing house has withdrawn of- fers on a number of important vaiie- ties. and asserts it will soon be sold out of every bushel of available sur- plus of all varieties. Those seedsmen, mainly ictaileis, who are always trail- ing the market, and ever from 50c. to $1.00 per bu. on peas under cuneni prices, are likely to meet with a dis- agreeable surprise when they really decide to buy. Such people almost in- variably have lo pay more, but this lime it will not be so much a matter of price, as of getting relialile high- grade stocks. It i.s the system of "sav- ing at the tap and losing at the bung." But it was ever thus, and will long continue the same. For the Good of the Trade. The warning to the seed and can- ning trades in last week's issue against buying any of the so-called "Farmers' Alaskas," a wild and degenerate type of ])eas grown by the farmers of Wis- consin, seems to have ai-oused certain i)arties to a defense of this stock, and angry criticism of the writer. It is pleasing to note that not a firm of high reputation has thus far expressed any but sentiments of warm approval of what we said, and as we are not making any strenuous efforts to please the former class, we shall go our own way, repeating the warning as often as may seem advisable. We may add In passing that it is the wounded bird that always flutters. There is no de- sire lo break down the disclaimer, but it nuist not serve as a coVeil behind which to hide from the results of dis- leputable practices, and it would be a line stroke of policy for the American Seed Trade Association or the Whole- sale Seedsmen's League to go on rec- ord in this matter. Let it be known of all men that the disclaimer is to protect the honest seedsman against unfounded claims, "strikes" and black- mail and not to give the fakir and humbug immunity. If our law-makers understood this better, there would be I — Reliable Flower Seeds — i VINCA AliBA. White with rose centre. ALBA PUKA. Pure white. ROSICA. Pink. Price, 2o cts. per trade pkt.; per oz. 60 cts. MIXED. 15 cts. per trade pkt-; per oz. 50 cts. ASPARAGUS Plumosus Nanus GreeDlioiise tirowii Seed. 100 Seeds $ 0.50 500 '* 3.00 I, coo " 3.50 S^ooo ** io,oco " 16.00 ,0.00 Our Latest Wholesale Catalogue for the Asking. I— Henry F. Michell Co. " 1.^^:;'' * Phila. —I less disposition to enact hostile legis- lation. Against such laws as that enacted bv the State of Noith Carolina last year, the disclaimer is useless, un- less each and every purchaser of seed can be induced to sign a waiver of the lights conferred by this act. This is a weighty and vital problem for the Seed Trade — the disclaimer, and its ef- fect and relation lo such enactments as those of North Carolina. The trade surely cannot afford to countenance its employment to defend flagrant viola- lions of the law of common business hcnest\'. But more hereafter. ESTABLISHED I802 Notes. L. C. .Matthews has opened a new grass seed house at Kinmund. 111. Hamilton, C— The Gray Flower & Seed Store has opened for business at 1.51 N. 3rd street. Omaha, Neb.— The Nebraska Seed Co. will build a two-story addition to its warehouse at 120S Jones St., cost- ing $8,000. Large-sized Longiflorum Giganteum lilies are very scarce, and there is con- siderable scrambling among the deal- ei s to fill orders. Yankton, S. Dak.— The Gurney Seed Co. has purchased the Yankton .Xursery, which for years has been conducted by C. W. Gurney. Hjalmar Hartmaun. seed growers and exporters, of Copenhagen, Den- mark, have sent out a handsome wall hanger, giving a life-size colored rep- resentation of Extra Earliest Dwarf Snowball Cauliflower. jersey City, N. J. — A two story seed house at Fifteenth and Provost streets, owned by Jacot & Mullen of 1 Water street. New York City, was damaged by fire on October 28 and $50,000 worth of grass and other seeds destroyed. The firemen poured water on the burning seed bags for nearly four hours. The loss wil! aggi-egate $70,000; insured. MAKE THE FARM PAY | Complete Home Study Courses in Agnculiure. MorticuItur«. Floricullure, Landscape Gardening, Forestry. Poultry Culture, and Veterinary Science under Prof Brooks of the Mass. Agricultural Colletre, Prof. Craig of Cornell University, and other eminent teachers Over one hundrtrj Home Study Courses under able professors in leading ColleKes, The HOME CORRESPONDENCE SCHOOL , Dept. H. A„ Sprinsfield. MaA«. PADRAPP Wakefield and Succession. UHDDnUC $i.co per looo. $8.50 per io,o;o. PARSLEY 25 cts. per 100. $1.25 per 1000. I CTTIIPP ^'g Boston, Boston Market and LC I I UUC Grand Rapids. $i.co per 1000. Cash with Order R. VINCENT, JR., & SONS CO. White Marsh, Md. Paper White Narcissus and all other DUTCH BULBS of High Grade. A few LILIUM HARRISII "7/5" left at $37.00 per 1000 J. M. THORBURN & CO. 33 Barclay Street NEW YORK NOTICE I have purchased all the assets of the A. J. Pieters Seed Company and will fill all contracts for 1909 crop. ' Deliveries are now being made and I shall have a surplus list ready in October. Please write n e about what you want and let me quote you on 1910 crop. Address all correspondence to A. J. PIETERS Seed Grower HOLLISTER, - - CAL. C AUUFLOWERS A B B A C E LILY OF THE VALLEY PIPS. HJALMAR HARTMANN & CO. Longangsstraede 20, COPENHAGEN, DENMARK. Ward's Lily Bulbs Not how cheap, but how good. Ralph M. Ward & Co. 12 W. Broadway, New York In ordering goods please add "I saw It In HORTICUTURE. O KJ r> E> I« IVOA2V French and Dutch Bulbs FOR FALL SHIPMENT Wholesale Price List mailed to Florists od application, Joseph Breck & Sons Corp. 4r-&4 no. MARKET ST., BOSTOII, MAM. November 6, 1909 HORTICULTURE 647 ■^ SINGLE LATE MAY-FLOWERING -^ or DECORATION DAY TULIPS These are exceptionally useful flowers for Decoration Day, and every florist should plant out a tew. Once planted, they will remain for years and serve you with a wealth of bloom. 100 1000 Beanty of America. Creamy white, turning pink... $1 00 $8 00 Bizarres. Handsome, rich flowers, with yellow ground ; finest mixed 75 6 00 Benton d'Or. Deep golden yellow; very handsome flowers 85 7 50 Bridesmaid. Lovely soft pink 85 7 50 Bybloems (Roses). White ground, blotched, striped or feathered with lilac 85 7 50 Bybloems (Violets). White ground, striped and blotched purple and blue 90 8 00 Darwin. Very large flowers. They Include every known shade 85 750 Golden Crown. Large, bright yellow 1 00 7 50 Gesneriana, Scarlet (true). Largest and handsomest of all Tulips : fine for Decoration Day 1 25 10 00 Macrospella. Crimson-scarlet, black center 85 7 50 Isabella (Shandon Bells). Carmine-rose, shaded creamy white 1 00 9 00 Maiden's Blasta, or Picotee. Clear white, margined on the edge with pink, pointed and reflexed petals ; most beautiful 90 8 00 PARROT, or DRAGON TULIPS Parrot Tulips should be more largely grown. Their odd colors and fantastic shades make them ready sellers, and make a unique decoration when placed in vases or low bowls. 100 1000 .\dmiral de Constantinople. Large ; red, yellow edge. $0 85 $7 50 CramoisieBrillante. Rich blood-crimson, with bluish markings 85 750 Lutea major. Large, showy yellow 75 7 00 .Markgraaf von Baden. Red and yellow, orange in- side ; very showy 100 ®^ Perfecta. Yellow, striped red 85 750 Super Aae Mixed Parrot Tulips 75 6 00 ARTHUR T. BODDINGTON, SEEDSMAN 342 W. 14th Street, New York City, N. Y. CYCLAMEN NEW CROP FARQJHAR'S GIANT STRAIN Is UNEXCELLED for size and profusion of bloom To obtain large flowering plants for Thanksgiving and Christmas 1910, seeds should be sown now. Giant Crimson Giant Blood Red Giant Salmon Giant Pink Giant Excelsior, ^:^:i^ Pink with laret base Giant White Picturatum, ' Price per 1000 seeds, $10.00 100 seeds, $1.00 R. &J. FARQUHAR & CO. 6 & 7So. Market St., Boston, Mass. LEONARD SEED CO. CONTRACT GROWERS AND WHOLESALE DEALERS BEANS, PEAS, SWEET CORN, ONION, GARDEN SEEDS 1 ONION SETS I FLOWEK SEEDS Get Our Prices e. kinzie street. CHICAGO .1. MURSb & LU.San Francisco, Cal. Onion, Lettuce, Sweet Peas llL California Specialties CYCLAMEN SEED Especially grown for us In England. A 8uperb, large flowering strain In 10 separate colors. lOO seeds, Sl.OO ; lOOO seeds, S8.00 H. E. FISKE SEED CO. Faneull Hall Square BOSTON, - - MASS. Burpee's Seeds PMILADELPHIA Mhc List of WholeMie Price* i 9aty to those who plant for pram CATALOGUE Designing and Illustrating etc. Photograph: ds carefully made itted. DOW Boston, Mass [IS I MY GIANT CYCLAMEN are ahead in Growth and Flowers. Bloodred, Carmine. Daybreak, Lilac, Pink, Pure White, White carmine eyed, each separate Tr. Pkl. $i.oo, icoo Seeds $6.00. Above even mixed Tr. Pkt. 75c, 1000 Seeds $5.00. For larger quantities, special quotation. O. V. ZANCEN. Seedsman, HOBOKEN. N.J. NEW PRICE LIST of my celebrated winter flowering Swe«t Pea Seed Is being mailed. If you haxe not received a copy please send for one. N*w crop of seed will be ready around July 16tk next. ANT. C. Bound Brook, ZVOLANEK - - - New Jersey BERMUDA LILIES Harrlsli and Longifiorum. Selected. Lillum Longifiorum Qiganteum C. S. by the case of 300. THOMAS J. GREY CO. 32 south Market Street, Boston, Mass. FRENCH AND DUTCH BULBS Columbia Farm Harrisii Fischers Purity Freesias Send for trade list. Schlegel & Fottler Co. 26 k 27 So. Market St., BOSTON, MASS. BRIDGEMAN'S SEED WAREHOUSE RICKARDS BROS. Props. 37 East 19th St., - NEW YORK CITY 648 HORTICULTURE November 6, 1909 JOHN BREITMEYER'S =^SONS— Cor. Miami and Gratiot Aves. DETROIT, MICH. Artistic Designs . . . Higli Grade Gut Blooms We cover all Michigan points and good sections of Ohio, Indiana and Canada. WILLIAM J. SMYTH FLORIST OBr. Michigan Ave, and 3lst St.. CmCAGO We ship to all points in Illinois and Iowa. Phones: Dougla>744, Douglis S23, Douflas 740 THE LOR 1ST HAUSWIRTH r Out ol Town orders for Hospltali Carefully filled. 232 Michigan Ave. CHICAGO AUDITORIUM ANNEX Tel. Hirrlton S8t Samuel murray Florist Coates House Conservatory lOir BROADWAY, KANSAS CITY, MO. Both 'Phones 2670 Main. WASHINGTON, D. C. *')r^'Kf?r G U D E ' S 1x14 r rtn The Far-Famed Flowers of TORONTO Delivered on mail or telegraph order for any occasion, in any part of the Dominion. JOHN H. DUNLOP, 96 Yonee St., Toronto. Ont. The Park Floral Co. J. A. VALENTINE, Pres. DENVER, COLORADO WILLIAM L. ROCK FLOWER CO. Kansas City, Mo. will carefully execute orders for Kansas City and any town In Missouri or Kansas. Of Interest to Retail Florists NEW FLOWER STORES. Cincinnati, O. — Edwards & Co., Nor- wood. Johnstown, Pa.— Wm. Schmidt, Post Office square. Bridgeport, Conn.— R. H. Hawkins, Stratford Hotel. Boston.— Thos. J. Clarli, Boylston street, cor. Berkeley. Molina, III.— Peterson & Elkstam Bros.. 540 Tenth Ave. Cleveland, O.— Wilhelm Bros.. South- worth Block. Detroit, avehue. Cambridge, Mass. — John McKenzie, cor. Mass. Ave. and Davenport St. Chicago, III.— C. Clemensen, 78th street and Railroad avenue, store and conservatory. Flowers? Quality BUFFALO. N. Y. W. J. PALMER &. SON, 304 Main St. STEAMER DEPARTURES Allan Line. Victorian, Montreal-Llverpool.Nov. 11 Sardinian, Montreal-London. .Nov. 13 Hesperian, Montreal-Glasgow. Nov. 13 American. New York, N.-Y.-S'hampton..NoT. 18 Atlantic Transport. Mesaba, New York-London. . .Nov. 13 Cunard. Campania, N. Y. -Liverpool. . .Nov. 10 Ivemla, Boston-Liverpool Nov. 16 Ultonla, N. Y.-Medlterranean.Nov. 11 French Line. La Savole, New York-Havre. .Nov. 11 Leyland Line. Canadian, Boston-Liverpool.. .Nov. 10 North German Lloyd. K. P'z'n Cecille, N. Y.-Br'm'n.Nov. 9 G. Washington, N. Y.-Br'm'n.Nov. 16 Red Star. Lapland. New York-Antwerp. Nov. 10 White Star. Arabic, New York-Liverpool. .Nov. 13 ^•v Adriatic, N. Y. -Southampton. Nov. 10 ^ ,N Dominion, Montreal-Llverp'l. .Nov. 13 U TRADE NOTES. Washington, D. C. — .John H. Small, president o£ the Board ot Trade, and Wni. F. Gude, president o£ the Cham- ber of Coramevce. were appointed joint chairmen of a committee to entertain the fifty-six members of the Japanese nobiliiy, who have been "doing" Wash- ington the past week. The sightseers visited Mt. Vernon, where they placed a very handsome wreath made of bronze magnolia leaves, lily of the val- ley and orchids at the tomb ot George Washington. P. H. Kramer is moving back into his old quarters on F street, which have been entirely remodeled and im- proved. Detroit, Mich. — A tone of general satisfaction prevails in the trade. The demand is good and the supply keeps tip well. Carnations still show some backwardness, but having a good sup- ply of chrysanthemums of all grades this has no bad effect. ALEX. MeCONNELL 871 FIFTH AVENUE NEW YORK CITY Telegraphic orders forwarded to a>y part of the United SUtet, Canada, aad all principal cities of Europe. OfdeiB transferred or intrusted by the trade to our selection for delivery on steamships or elsewhere receive special attention. TelephoneCills,4B7and488MurrayHIII Cable Address, ALEXCOlf IfBLL DAVID CLARKE'S S0N3 Dclirer orders from any put of the couatry to New York City Or OUT-QOINQ STEAMERS Write or telegraph 213P-2141 Broadway. • New Y*r» Telepbonc i54»-i'^53 CoKunbus MT^TBOWE In the Heart of New York City 1294 Broadway Tel. 2270, 38tti St. NEW YORK Our Motto— The Qoldeo Rule YOUNG & NU6ENT 42 West 28 St., NEW YORK " rco wtRs Br teleorami •• 4I3ANy, M. Y. CToww or Design Waric SKUYERKD IN ALBANY AND YICOnTV ON TELIGRAPHIC ORDER. 11 NORTH PEARL ST., ALBANY, NJ. Flower Deliveries In Brooklyn and other Long Island Polnta New Y'ork City, New Jersey, etc. At Theatres, Hotels, Steamers or Residence*. WILSON Fultoi SL and 6reeie Are., Brooklyn, lUL DANKER, "Vi'V*." ORDERS FOR Choice Flowers and Floral Emblems PILLED PROMPTLY BOSTON'S BEST In Quality and Design Os b* l«Ucd upon when yon transfer yoai retail orders to EDWARD MACMULKIN It4 BoyUton Street^ Bo5tOM For Steiiiner* sailins fpom (Montreal and Queb Order by Mail or Teleffraph from MONTREAL Careful attention and prompt deltTery. LOUISVILLE, KY. JACOB SCHULZ, 660 South Fourth Ave. November 6, 1909 horticulture: 649 Just What You Have Been Looking For! Rustic Hollow Logs for Ivy Planting, $1.00 up. Laurel, Cedar, Pine and Autumn Branches for all decorations, 50c. up. Rustic Cedar Bark, 100 sq. ft., $2.50 in b'd'ls. Grape Vine, per coil, $2.00. Cedar Post and Poles, per ft., 3c. up. Loose Laurel, per bbl., $1.00. Pine Cones on branches, per bbl., $1.50. Green, Sheet and Sphagnum Moss, also Jersey Peat at Mar- ket Prices. Mapes' Rustic Works CLAYTON, - - N.J. BELL 'PHONE, 29 L MATTHEWS florIst "~" DAYTON, OHIO Is elegantly equipped to take care prop- erly of all orders for flowers entrusted to him night or day For Dayton, Ohio and Vicinity. Milwaukee, Wis. CCPollworthCo. WILL TAKE PROPER „,. CARE OF YOUR ORDERS IN WlSCOllSlll rTHE BOSTOW- CUT FLOWER CO. Will fill orders for flowers, design work or plants promptly as ordered to any address in Boston and vicinity. Usual Commission. |14 Bromfield Street, Boston. Telephone, Main 36S1. NEW ENGLAND FLOWER DELIVERIES Send flower orders for delivery in Boston and all New England points to THOS. F. GALVIN 124 trentont St., Boston TRANSFER Your orders for flower or plant deliv- ery in Eastern New England to JULIUS A. ZINN 2 Beacon St., Boston PORTRAIT OF W. G. MATTHEWS. This is the poitrait of W. G. Mat- thews, proprietor of (he Dayton Floral Company, Dayton, Ohio. Mr. Mat- thi=ws has been established in Dayton since 1SS3. He has 20,000 sq. ft. of glass, and runs a city store at the Phillips House, 16 W. Third street. As stated in his advertisement, he can fill WELLESLEY COLLEGE Daaa Hall, Walnut Hill and Rockrtdn Hall Sckools. TAILBY.Wellesley, Mass. Tel. Wellelley 44-1 and «. Night 44-5. In writing advertisers kindly men- tion HORTICULTURE. orders for flowers and designs in good shape, in any part of southern Ohio. PERSONAL. Miss Elsa -Bertermann. daughter of John Bertermann. and Arthur Hotoh- kiss were married at Indianapolis, Ind.. on Oft. 21. .T. Fred Dawson of Olmsted Bros., has gone to Seattle, Wash., on impor- tant business in connection with the disposition of the Exposition grounds. Walter B. Ridgeway, after having been engaged for the past year and a half in planting at the Alaska- Yukon- I'acifio Exposition, has returned to the employ of the Eastern Nui series, Ja- maica Plain, Mass. William J. Moore has been appoint- ed manager of the Washington branch of the Pennock-Meehan Co. and en- tered on his duties November 1st. Mr. Moore will undoubtedly give a good account of himself in the new field. Charles W. Cox has been appointed to succeed Edwin Lonsdale as super- intendent of gardens and grounds at Girard College. Mr. Cox was garden- er at the Penna. Hospital, Philadel- phia, and previously had been in a number of commercial and private places. He is a man of fine experience and a good grower. THE BEST LETTERS Boston Florist Letter Co. 66 PEARL ST., BOSTON N. F. McCahthy, MfT. Order «Krect or buy from rour local topvlr doalor. laaut od baTinr tho BOSTON Inftcnptioaj, EaablenM, vtc. Always in Stock ers. on Tuesday evening, November 2, at his home in Manchester, Mass., by I hi Jeffry Colony and members of the Society, the occasion being the anni- veisary of his birth. Dr. Tyler, in his genial way presented him with a gold chain and charm on behalf of his Iriends in tlie Horticultural Society, and Pilgrim Boyle presented him with a be;nitiful easy chair. Mr. Salter was much overcome, but managed to thank his friends very feelingly. Refresh- ments were served. The evening was pleasantly spent with appropriate speeches, also music and dancing, un- til the clock struck the midnight hour. A pleasant surprise was tendered to James Salter, the genial president of the North Shore Horticultural Society, and also ex-Governor of the Jeffry Colony United Order of PilgHm Fath- "FLOWERS BY TELEGRAPH." Leading Retail Florists Listed by Towns for Ready Reference. Alliany, N. Y.— H. G. Eyres, 11 N. Pearl St. Alljany, N. Y.— F. A. Danker, 40 Maiden Rane. Boston— Thos. P. Galvln, 124 Tremont St. Boston — Edward MacMulkin. 194 Boyl- StOD St. Boston — Hoffman, Florist, 59-61 Massa- cliusetts Ave. Boston — .Julius A. Zinn, 2 Beacon St. Boston — The Boston Cut Flower Co., 14 Bromfleld St. Brooklyn, N. Y.— Robert G. Wilson, Ful- ton St. aud Greene Ave. Buffalo, N. Y.— Palmer's. 304 Main St, Chicago— Hauswirth, "The Florist," 232 Miehigan Ave. Chicago — William .1, Smyth, Michigan Ave. and 31st St. Dayton, O— Matthews, The Florist. Denver, Colo, — Park Floral Co., 1706 P.roadwaj'. Detroit, Mich. — J. Breltmeyer's Sons, Miami and Gratiot Ayes. Kansfis City, Mo. — Samuel Murray, 1071 Broadway. Kansas City, Mo. — Wm. 11;. Rock Flower Co., lim Walnut St. Louisville, Ky. — Jacob Schulz, 550 South l-'ourth Ave, Milwaukee. Wi.s,— C .C. PoUworth Co. Montreal. Can. — P. McKenna & Son, St. Catherine and Gay Sts. New York— David Clarke's Sons, 2139- 2141 Broadway. New Y'ork- Alex. McConnell, 571 Fifth Ave. New York— Young & Nugent, 42 W. 28tli St. New York— M. A. Bowe, 1294 Broadway. Toronto. Can. — J. Hr Dunlop, 96 Yonge St. Washiiisrton, D. C— Gude Bros,, 1214 F. St,. Wellesley. Mass. — Tallby. CUT FLOWER BOXES Quality Right. Prompt Delivery Prices Right Bangor Box Co., Bangor, Me. 650 HORTICULTURE. November 6, 1909 aiiiiiiiiiiiiiinniiiiiiiiiiiniiiiimiiiiiiiiiHiiiiiuiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiK MUMS $8.00 -$25.00 per 100 All the best commercial varieties, including 12,000 WHITE IVORY POMPONS CATTLEYAS and Choice varieties. GARDENIAS $3.00— $4.00 per dozen bunches. Selected stock — lowest marljet price. Business hours: 7. A. M. to 8 P. M. LEO NiESSEU CO, 1209 Arch Street, - PHILADELPHIA, PA. ■siiiiiiiiiiiiiiimimiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiNiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiin HOERBER BROS. 51 Wabash Ave. Long Distance Phone GHIGAGO ILL. Randol/th 2758 Cut Flowers ALWAYS GOOD, FRESH STOCK Telegraph, Telephone or Bring in Your Orders WE GROW OUR OWN FLOWERS. Roses and Carnations Our Specialty Easter Lilies Choice Stock. $1.50 per dozen. $lO.0O per 100. W.E McKISSiCK&BROS. 1619-1621 RansteadS*.. Philadelphia Wholesale I Florists p / \ ^ CUT FLOWER BOXES EDWARDS FOLDING BOX CO MANUFACTURERS PHILADELPHIA, PA. J \ . ' ' / k CHAS. W. MeKELLAR SI WABASH AVE., CHICAGO Western Headquarters for Choice Orchids Valley, Roses and all Cut Flowers PETER REINBERQ WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS 51 Wabash Av., Chicago, 111. Long Distance Ptione, Central 6004 WINTERSON'S SEED STORE 45-47-49 Waba>h Ave., Chicago. Seedsmen, Plantsmen, Nurserymen Florists' Supplies We can suppl.v evcr.vtliing used li.v th» Florist. SUPl'LY ('AT.\LOG FREE. Cor- respondence solii'ited. POEHIMANN BROS. GO. S3-35-37 Randolph St., • CHICAGO CUT FLOWERS Qreenhouses, - Morton Qrove, IIL Rice BrotHers ;i IS N. 6tb street, niNNEAPOLlS, HINN. WHOLESALE FLORISTS and SUPPLIES CUT FLOWERS received twice daily, >Dd can fill ronr orderi to your satisfaction. A complete line ol Hardy Greens — WILD SMILAX, BOXWOOD, HARDY FANCY FERNS, GALAX LEAVF:S. Write for qwMations on large quantities. In ordering goods please add "I saw It In HORTICULTURE." WELCH BROS. AMERICAN BEAUTY, KILLARNEY, RICHnOND, HARVLAND AND ALL THE SUPERIOR ROSES, LILY OF THE VALLEY, CARNATIONS, ORCHIDS 226 Devonshire Street, Boston, Mass. WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKETS— "^^ "''•^^WDEiuBR. o«.v CSKAGO Nov. a I TWUr CITTBS I Nov, 3 I FHII.A. Nov. 2 B08T0V Nov. 4 Am. BMUty, Fancy and Sfieciai.. . ias-oo " Extra • ■ lao oo " No. I U5-*><> " Lower grades | 4.00 »fUe,'Mald,Chatenay. F. & S.... 4.00 " " Lower grades a. 00 iCHtoroey, Fan. & Sp 1 8.c» ' ' Lower zrades | 3 .00 Richmond, Fancy & Special... . . . .' 4.00 " Lower grades | 2.00 My Maryland 1 4.00 CAMMAr/OMS, Nov. and Fan. Ordinary.. ... . M/aCf LXAA/£OL/S Chry saDt hemums, lancy . • ■ • *' ordinary. Catttfeya 4.00 2.00 15.00 10.00 L4tieE.. !'. to Lily of the Valley 3.00 Violets 75 Mignonette Sweet Peas Gardenias 30.00 Adianttm 75 Smllax 10.00 AspavafTus Plumosus, strings (100), 40. 00 " " & Spren. (100 bcbs.) 35.00 30.00 25.00 30.00 10.00 6.00 4.00 10.00 6.00 6.00 4.00 to. 00 3.00 3-«o ao.oo I3.0C 50.00 15.00 4.00 1. 00 23.00 I. CO la.oo 50 00 50.00 25.00 15.00 10. oe 6.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 3.00 4. CO • .00 1.50 lO.CO 5.00 40.00 ia.50 3.00 .50 95.00 1,00 10.00 33. 00 aj.oo to to 10 to to to to to to to to to to 30.00 35.00 15.00 10.00 8.00 6.00 8.00 6.00 8.00 6.00 8.00 3 50 a. 00 25.00 10.00 60.00 15.00 4.00 •75 3S.«o X.35 15.00 50.00 3500 35.00 IS 30.00 13.00 to 20.00 10.00 to 12.00 8.00 to 10.00 S.oo to 6.00 3.00 to 400 6.00 to 8.00 3.00 to 5.00 5.00 to 6.00 3.00 to 4.00 3°» to B.oo 3.00 ta 4.00 1.50 to 2.oe l^.OD to 25,co 8.00 to 12.50 40.00 to 10 00 to l».50 3.00 to S.oo •JO to 10 to •75 aS.co to 1. 00 to 15.00 to 20.00 as. 00 to 50.00 to 50.00 12.00 s.oo 4.00 2,0« 2.QC •25 a.ae • 25 2.00 •50 ■ 50 1.50 1. 00 8.00 4.00 20.00 8.00 9. 00 .20 1.00 SO .CO • 75 10.00 •5.00 15.00 la to M to to to J. 00 a. CO I 50 15.00 8.0a 30.00 lo.ao 4-0* • 40 •5.00 1. 00 la.aa So.aa af.eo BeJ.M.McCullough'sSonsGo. WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED Specl.Tl attention given to shipping orders. .Tobl^ers of Florists' Supplies, Seeds and Bnllis. :: ;: Price lists on application. Plione, Main 584. 316WaIiiut St., Cincinnati, O. FLORISTS' SUPPLIES Send for Mew Catalogue H. Bayersdorfer & Co. 1189 ARCH ST., PHILADELPHIA. HERE'S GOOD NEWS! In our GREENS DEPARTMENT we have new crop Leucothoe, $7.50 per 1000; $1.00 per loo; Bronze Galax, the only stock in New England; Green Galax, new crop; New Imported Bronze Magnolia Foliage; Southern Smilax; Ferns; Laurel. In our FIjOWER DEPARTMENT, everything in Flowers, from Orchids down; finest quality, bottom market prices. We have secured the sole agency for Barrowi' sensational new fern, Nephrolepis magnifica; in pots or cut fronds. Try it. HENRY M. ROBINSON & CO. IS Province Street, 9 Chapman Place, Boston, Mass. LoKG Distance Phones, 2617-3618 Main. November 6, 1909 rtOKTICULTURt 651 Bron Voah-^** Galax This stock is in splendid condition every leaf guaranteed. Never had bet ter stock to offer the fall trade. $8.50 per case of 10,000 Some Specials for Hallowe'en Week $10.00 Box of Roses— 500 of the best No. 2's, giving a very good assortment. Carnations — Special, $3.00; fancy, $2.00 to $2.50; 1st, $1.50. In lots of 500 or more, good quality, cur selection, at $2.00 per 100. Chrysanthemums — Pink, white and yellow. Quality that makes these prices unusual. Fancy $2.00 to $3.00 per doz. ; medium, $1.25 to $1 .50 per doz. ; small, $5.00 to $8.00 per lOO- Open from 7 a. Maryland, White and Pink Kiiiarney— Some extra choice, long strmmed. Fancy, $8.00; ex- tra, $6.00; No. I, $5.00; No. 2, $3.00. Beauties — Specials, $30.00; fancy, $25.00; extra, $20.00; ists, $15.00; 2ds, $10.00. Valley — Special, $5.00 (limited quantity) ; ex- tra, $4.00; No. I, $3.00. Gardenias — Per doz., $3.00, very choice. Spe- cial rates on season contracts. Cattleyas — Per doz., $6.00; per 100, $40.00. m. to 6 p. m. S. S. Pennock = Meehan Co. 1608-20 LUDLOW ST., THE WHOLESALE FLORISTS OF 1212 New York Ave., WASHINGTON PHILADELPHIA, PA. Flower Market Reports. The state of the market BOSTON in Boston this week may be told in one word — slump. Warm weather and other con- tributing causes are to blame and there is no remedy but patience. Roses of all varieties are abundant and even first-class Beauties are given the un- welcome privilege of standing in the wholesalers' ice boxes until by reason of senility they become candidates for the old roses' home — the fakir's "hole- in-the-wall." Carnations are also down in value, although ujj in quality. Lily of the valley — finest ever — is in the same trouble. Chrysanthemums are in their height just now and are in part responsilile for the trouble. Tli'-y aie selling low. So are violets and cattleyas. Trade still continues ac- BUFFALO tive and there is plenty of everything in the line of cut material. Chrysanthemums came in more plentifully and thus far have moved at a good pace and at good prices. Sunday and ."Vloiulay the temperature rising to 70 caused roses to come in full open and at time of mailing this report (Tuesday) we are again loaded with material of all kinds, especially roses. Carnations are coming on more freely, selec-t stock selling on sight. It is hoped that cold weather will soon come upon us, not alone to moderate the supply but to accelerate the demand. WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKETS.- PBR 100. TO DBALBRB ONLY. cvtovmATi Nov. a DBTOBOrr Nov. a aUFPAl>0 Nov. 2 PITTSBURO Nov, a CARNATIONS. Novelties and Fsmcy " Ordinary M«flceLLA^eou6 Chrysanthemums, Fancy . . . < " Ordinary.. Cattleyu UUec lily of the VaUer Violets Mignonette Sweet Peas GMfUniM As^ttTKCUB PlunoHM, •krlBgs (leo) ** *' & Sprea. (loo bch«.) 4.00 3-00 30.0« 6.00 lo.oo 3.00 x.oo la.oo 25.00 95.00 Roses An. Bewity, Fan. and Sp. ao.oo to 25.00 *' Extra 15.00 10 " No. 1 10.00 to ** Loirer grades •• 4.00 to Bride, 'Maid, Chatenay, F. ft S 4.00 to '* " Low. gr I 3.00 to KilUxney, Fan. & Sp ; 4.00 to " Louver grades 3.00 to Richmond, Fancy & Special 4.00 to '* Lower grades I 3.00 to My Maryland I 4 00 to 6.00 8.00 4.00 8.0D 4.00 8.00 4-00 8 00 to to to 95.00 to 10.00 M to 15.00 to 4.00 to .30 to to to tm i5.e 35-< 35.< 30.00 to 35.00 to i8.a 4.00 4.00 3.<» 4.00 3.00 4.00 3.00 4^0 3 to to to to to to to to to 12.50 30.00 la.S* 3.00 •5« • 5.o« 13.00 30.00 30.00 to to to to . to . to t« . 35.00 30.00 23.00 16.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 3.00 3. CO as.oo 5«.-oo 15.00 4.00 .60 90 00 50.00 50.00 ao.oo 15.00 6«oo a. 00 a. 00 3-00 5.00 a. 00 3.00 to 10 800 10.00 3.00 .50 t.oo •50 25.00 8.00 6.00 8.00 6.00 6.00 ''.00 6. CO 3.00 8 00 3.00 a.oo 35.00 75.00 15.00 4.00 .60 1.50 .60 as. 00 1.50 15.00 50.00 50.00 ' 30.00 30.00 13. 00 4.00 6.00 3.CO 6.00 3.00 6.00 3 00 4.00 30.00 to 4.00 to 60.00 ko . •75 to .50 to .... to to 1. 00 13,50 to 35.00 to 3500 to 35.« 35. ao 15.0a 6,o« 10,00 4.00 8.0c 4.00 10.00 4.00 1.50 30.00 'S-oo IB. 50 4.M 1.00 1.00 1.10 15.00 5a.o» Sa.oo 652 HORl'l CULTURE November 6, 1909 FORD BROTHERS 48 West 28th Street NEW YORK Fl iSES, FK! GIHliS A Full Line of All CUT FLOWERS Telephone, 3870 or 38" 1 MadUon Square H. E. FROMENT Wholesale Commission Florist, Choice Cut Flowers, 57 West 28th St. :: NEW YORK Telephones: 2200, 2201, Madison Square. Alfred H. Langjahr All choice cnt-flowers in season. Send for quotations. Correspondence with shippers of first-class stock invited. 55 West 28th Street. New York Telephones 4G26-4627 Madison Square Edward C. Horan Wholesale Florist 55 WEST 28th ST. ''••• 1463 ««"»<>■• Si""' New York PHILIP F. KESSLER 55 & 57 W. 26th St., New York. CUT FLOWERS WHOLESALE Open from 5 a. m. to 6 p. m. Sunday till 10 a. m. FINEST LILIES IN THE MARKET. Tel. 5243 and 2921 Madison Squ-ire. JOHN YOUNG WHOLESALE FLORIST Finett American Beautiet and Carnations 51 West 28 St. - NEW YORK FRANK MILLANG WholBsale Florist 55-57 West 26th St., NEW YORK 6hipment«, any qaantity. Whole- sale Market Rates. Greater Ne^v YorK Florists' Association, Inc. Now Open for Gut Flower Consignments 162 Livingston Street, BROOKLYN, N. Y. Geo. W. Crawbuck Telephone Connection Manager 3642.43 Main Moore, Hentz & Nash Wholesale Commission Florists 55 and 57 West 26th Street Telephone No. 756 MadUon Square New York MILLANC BROS. WHOLESALE FLORISTS 41 West Twenty-Eighth Street ■SphoD.* |||« nadlson Sq. NEW YORK I I JOHN I. RAYNOR. Wholesale Commission Florist SELLING AGENT LARGEST GROWERS FOR 1 A full line of Choice Cut Flower Stock for all purposes. Comprises every variety grown for New York market, at current prices TBL. 1998 HADisoN SQUARE 49 West 28th St., New York City Walter F. Gheridan Wholesale Committion Dealer in CHOICE CUT FLOWERS 39 West 28th Strett. New Y»rk Telephone : 3532-3S.^.1 Madison Squar* HEADQUARTERS FOR NOVELTIES ORCHIDS A SPECIALTY THK HIGHEST GRADE OF VALLEY ^^^o WAYS ON HAND GARDENIAS, DAISIES, ROSES AND CARNATIONS JAMES McMANUS, tssK",. 42 W. 28th St., New York NEW YORK QUOTATIONS PER 100. To Dealers OBly Hrst Half of WMk beginning Noy. 1 1909 ROSES AND CARNATIONS American Beauty, Fancy and Special •• " Extra No. I *' ** Lower Grades Bride, *nald, Golden Oate. Fancy and Special. * * *• Lower Grades Klllarney, Fancy and Special * * Lower Grades Richmond, Fancy and Special ' ' Lower Grades Chatenay Hy riaryland -. Carnatlon5, Fancy and Novelties. ■ . ■ ■ " Ordinary Last Half of Week | end! ngOct 30 1 1909 la.oo to 3O.O0 8.00 to 1 3. 00 4.00 to 6.00 50 to 2. 00 2. 00 to 5.00 •25 lO t .00 3. CO to 4.00 ■'■'5 to 1.00 3.00 to 5.00 ■ SO to 1.00 -50 to 5.00 • 50 to 6.00 1.50 to 2.00 ■ 75 to 1. 00 I3.O0 to 8.00 to 4.00 to .50 to 3.00 to .50 to 3.00 to .50 to 3.00 to .50 to .50 to ■ .50 to 1.50 to .75 to io.ee 6.00 1. 00 4.00 1. 00 6.M i.oe 5.o« 1. 00 55 MADISON SOUARE ENOUGH SAID CENTRALLY LOCATED, THE HUB OP THE FLOWER MARKET SECTION CHARLES MILLANG Wholesale Florist 55 & 57 W. 26 St., NEW YORK Telephone 7062 Madison t¥i(eiiva¥Mpany Fresh Cut Evergreens, Mosses. Southern Smllax, Galax and Leucothoe. Preserved and Fresh Cut Cycas and Palmetto. !j|J9JMad.sq. 1 1 3 W. 28 St, Now York. Tel. Durand & Marohn M.\NUFACTURERS OF All Kinds of Wire Work Plorlsts' Wire Designs a Specialty 24BoavorSt., ALBANY. N.Y. WILLIAM H. KUEBLER Brooklyn's Foremost and Best WHOLESALE COMMISSION HOUSE A First Class Market for all CUT FLOWERS 28 WUloughby St., Brooklyn, N. Y. Tel. 4591 Main 48 W. 29th Street, New York City Telephone No. 1767 Mad. Sq. FLORISTS' SUPPLIES GALAX, bronze and green, fresh crop, Jl.OO, 1000; $7.50, 10,000. LEUCOTHOB SPRAYS, 75c, 100. GEEEN SHEET MOSS, $2.00 large bag. REED (Q. KELLER 123 West 2Stb St., New York Florists' Supplies We manufacture all our letal Designs, Baskets, Wire Wort ft Noveltl6i and are dealers in Hiiswire Deooratlve Greene and Flerlets' RequlelUe November 6, 1909 HORTICULTURE 65"S BOXWOOD SPRAYS Clean, Choice Stock, No Heavy Wood. Every case guaranteed. We ship every- where. Let us quote you on your requirements, for shipment now or later. PiltsburgK Cut Flower Co., Ltd. pi^Ts^BurcnrPA WHOLESALE FLORISTS 54 WeSkt 28th St. NEW YORK Telenhone 3559 Madison Sq. A. L YOUNC & CO. RECEIVERS & SHIP- PERS OF CUT FLOWERS. CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED. MICHIGAN CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE, Inc. WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISIS Conslgrnmeats Sollctted Bardy Fancy Fern Our SpeHattff 18-40 BROADWAY. DETROIT. MICH. B. S. SLINN, JR. VIOLETS Selling Agent for the Largest and Best Growers in the Hudson Kiver District. 55 and 57 West 26tli St., New York City. Do not be fooled by imitators ot the MEYER GREEN SILKALiNE See that you get the original. For sale by all reliable houses. John C. Meyer & Co., L^'e°.1,?C. KRICK'S FLORIST NOVELTIES Manufacturer and Patentee of the Per- fect Adjustable Pot Handle or Hanger, Perfect Adjustable Plant Stands and the * riginal Genuine Immortelle let- ters, etc. Every Letter Marked. 1164-66 Greene Av., Brooklyn. N.Y. For Sale by all Supply Houses Wired Toothpicks Manufactured by W. J. COWEE, BERLIN, N. Y. ■%iiiii tt. 75; so,ooo....$7.S0. Srapl* tea. For aale by dealer* Flower Market Reports. {ContinitfiJ from page bSl) The retailers have all CHICAGO ihey can do this week, which meaus that The wholesalers nius-t also be very busy. A great abundancp of chrysanthemum? is the spt-cial feature of the market, and whil,3 prices are a little lower than the grower likes, the consumer is in- clined to look at it with satisfaction. .All other blooms can be said to be in about the right proportion to the de- maud, though carnations are still far from plentiful. The great topic of in- terest is of course the f'ower show, which demands every moment that can be given up to it. Some of the llorists who have exhibits are finding it ex- tremely diflicult to get time to attend to- thei'- booths on account of the un- usual amount of business this week. WILLIAM F.KASTING GO. WHOLESALE FLORISTS 383-387 Ellicott Street BUFFALO, - N. Y. SOUTHERN WILD SMILAX Now ready In limited quantity. E. A. BEAVEN EVERGREEN, ALABAMA. GROWERS FOR NEW YORK MARKET Are 'nvlted to call or write. I can dispose of your Bowers for the coming season at top prices and guarantee prompt returns. 106 W. 28th St. New York Established 1887 Open 6 A. M Dally Tel. 167 Madison Sq. J. K. ALLEN NEW YORK QUOTA nONS PER 100. To Dealers Only MISCELLANEOUS Cattleyas UHm Lily of the Valley Chrysanthemums ' Lower Grades.. . Violet* Gardenias Adlaotum anMu Asparagus Plumosus, strings " *' & SpiCfi. (loo bclis) LastH ■If of Week ending Oct. 30 | 1309 25.00 to 40.00 4.00 to 6.00 1. 00 to 3. CO 8.00 to 15.00 3 CO to 6.00 .20 to .50 19.00 to 25.00 50 to • 75 8.0a to 13.00 20.00 to 30.00 12.00 to 20.00 First Half e( Weak iMginnlnii Nov. 1 1N9 20.00 4.00 I. CO 8. CO 3.00 .20 12.00 • 50 S.oo 20.00 12.00 40.« 6.1 3.~ 15.00 to 6.0. to .30 to 25.00 ■T5 12.0. 30.« to to to Trade conditions INDIANAPOLIS are of the best and from present indications will keep booming. While there is no general advance in prices worthy of note the best quality in the different lines bring top-notch prices. This is most noticeable in fancy Beau- ties and' chrysanthemums. The qual- ity of the latter is all that can be de- sired. The majority ot stock is equal to show blooms. The single varietits have -taken a stiong hold and are grown and handled in large quantities. .Mid-winter quality of carnations is al- ready seen. Oichids, lily of the val- ley, sweet peas and violets are much used at the present time. Harrisii lilies are not in heavy demand, but good stocli is procurable in quantities. We are getting all NEW YORK we ever get here in election week. Add to this the warm temperature and the situation will be apparent to any one who is familiar with New York's flower market history. Stagnation and accu- mulation of stock is the condition most in evidence, but there is considerable activity in retail lines and it will re- quire only a little fortitude on the part of those who are puzzled and all pros- pects are hopeful for the near future. Chrysanthemums are making the usual fuss and thev are not getting much out of it themselvesr while making the road a rough one for their floral fel- low-travelers. Galax ani LeuGOthoe Quality, Packing and Price All Right Wholesale Only. Send for Quotations. J. L. BANNER, MONTEZUIMA, N.C. 654 HORTI CULTURE November 6, 1909 Buyer's Directory and Ready Reference Guide Advertisements under this head, one cent a word. Initials count as words. Display advertisers In tbls lasue are also listed under this classlQcatlon without charge. Refweuce to Ldat of Advertisers will indicate the respectlTe pages. Buyers falling to find what they want In this list will confer a favor by wn^ng us and we will try to put them In communication with reliable dealer*. ACOOtnrTANT R. J. Dysart, 28 State St., Boston. For page gee LIgt of Advertlgera. ASIAMTUMS Godfrey Asehmann, 1012 West Ontario St., Phlladelpbia, Pa. For page see List of Advertlacn. ARAUCARIAS A. Lentby & Co., Perkins St. NunerlM, Bosllndale, Mass. For page see List of Advertlgers. Oodtrey Ascbmann, 1012 West Ontario St., Pbiladelphla, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. ASPARAGUS Elmer D. Smith & Co., Adrian, Mlcb. Asparagus Sprengeri aud Tenulssimus. For page see List of Advertisers. Asparagus plumosus from 214 Inch pots, 12.60 per 100; t2l'.50 per 1000. Cash with order, please. Floral Hill Gardens, G. F. Nelpp, Prop., Chatham. N. J. Asparagus Sprengeri, 2 In., 2c. Ham- merschmldt & Clark, Medina, 0. Asparagus Sprengeri, strong, 2-lii., 2c. H. Klahr. Schoharie, N. Y. 250 Asparagus Spreugeri, 3-in., $4.50 per 100. R. K. Stokesberry, Leetonia. Ohio. Asparagus Sprengeri. 2i/4-in. pots, strong plants. $2.00 per 100. Virginia Nursery Co., Purcellville, Va. AZALEAS Bol.blnk & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. For page see List of Advertiser.s. A. Leuthy, Rosliudale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. BAMBOO OANES Tokobama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay Streat. New Tork. Bamboo Sticks, Colored Green. For page see Hat of Advertlsera. BAT TREE&! Bobblnk & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. 2000 Bay and Box Trees in all ■laes. Pyramid and Standards. Write for list. Jnllua Roehra. Rutherford. N. J. ' BEDDING PLANTS A. Lentby & Co., Perkins St. NnrMrlea, Roallndale, Man. For page see List of Advertisers. O. Aicbmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., Phlla- delpbia, Pa. For page see LIgt of Advertlsera. B. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., White Marsh, Maryland. For page see List of Advertisers. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. For page nee List of Advertisers. BEGONIAS Godfrey Ascbmann. 1012 West Ontario St.. Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Hex Begonia, 2-tn., strong, 3c. J. H. Dann & Son. Westfleld, N. Y. BOILERS BOILERS. "Burnham" Boilers made for peenhonse beating. Lord & Bornbam, 118S Broadway, N. Y. Kroescbell Bros. Co., 466 Brie St., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. BOOKS Pronanclatlon of Plant Names, gent for 10 cents, pogtpald. by HORTICUI-TORB PUB. CO.. 11 Hamilton PUce. Boston. Iris, Peony and Phlox Manuals, 2S eta. each In Stamps. C. S. Harrison, York, Nebraska. BOX'WOOD TREES New England Norserieg, Inc., Bedford, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. BUILDING MATERIAL BUILDING MATERIAL o( all descrip- tion for All Cypress, Seml-lron. Iron Frame or Truss Houses. Hot Bed Sash and Frames. Lord & Burnham Co., 1133 Broad- way, N. Y. BTTLBS AND TUBERS Joseph Breck & Sons, 47-54 N. Market St., Boston. Datch and French Bnlbs. For page see List of Advertisers. J. M. Thorbum & Co., 33 Barclay St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. A. T. lioddlngton, 342 W. 14tb St., N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Rlckards Bros., .'WTlast 19th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. ilT^FrMichell Co., Philadelphia; For page see List of Advertisers. T. J. Grey jb Co., 32 and 33 So. Market St., Boston. Bermuda Lilies. For page see List of \dvertl»ers. Yokohama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay dt.. New York. For page see Hat of Advertisers. Ralph M. Ward & Co., 12 W. Broadway. New York. Lily Bulbs, Horseshoe Brand. For page see List of Advertisers. Schlegel & Fottier Co., 26 & 27 S. Market St.. Boston. French and Dotch Bulbs. For page see List of Advertisers. P. R. Plerson Co., Tarrytown-on-Hudson, N. Y. Narcissi, Chinese Sacred Lilies, Hyacinths, LllluuL Longiflorum. CARNATIONS F. Dnrner & Sons Co., Lafayette, Ind. Carnations for Immediate Delivery. For page see List of Advertisers. Chicago Carnation Co., Jollet, 111. Sangamo and Conquest. For page see List of Advertisers. S. J. Renter & Son, Westerly, B. 1 Field Grown Carnations. For page see List of Advertisers Skldelsky & Irwin Co., 1215 Betz Bldg.. Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. Chas. H. Green, Spencer. Mass. Carnations Field Grown. For page see List of Advertisers. H. F. Llttlefield, Worcester, Mass. Field Grown Plants. For page see List of Advertisers. Baur & Smith, Indianapolis, Ind. Patten & Co., Tewksbury, Mass. Carnation Shasta. For page see List of Advertisers. A. C. Brown, Springfield. III. Carnation Sangamo. For page see List of Advertisers. Chas. Knopf Floral Co., Richmond, Ind.. and S. J. Renter & Son, Inc., Westerly, R. I. Carnation Admiration. For page see List of Advertisers. WoodTJros., Fl8hkill7T^7~Y; Field Grown. For page see List of Advertisers. CARNATION STAPLE Plllsbury's Carnation Staple, 6O0. per 1000, postpaid. I. L. Pillsbnry, Galeabarc III. CEDAR BARK S. S. Pennock-Meehan Co., Philadelphia, Pa. For Covering Window Boxes. CHRISTMAS AND EASTER PLANTS William W. Edgar Co., Waverley, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. OHRTSANTHEMUMS C. H. Totty, MadUon, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Wood Bros., FlsbkUl, N. Y. Chrysantbeniums Rooted Cuttings. R. T. McGorum, Natick. Mass. Golden Glow Chrysanthemum Stock Plants. Herrlngton's book 00 the Chryssnttae mam mailed to your address for SOc., by Hortlcultnre Publishing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boaton. Golden Glow, PaciHc Supreme. Polly Rose and Glory of Pacific. Stock plants, 25 as- sorted as wanted, $1.00. Chas. Frost, Ken- ilworth, N. J. CONIFERS John Waterer & Sons, Ltd., AmerlcsB Nursery, Bagshot, Eng. For page see LIgt of Advertisers. OUT FLO\irER BOXES. Edwards Folding Box Co., Philadelphia. For page gee List of Advertlgers. Bangor Box Co., Bangor, Me. For page see List of Advertisers. WE PAY THE FREIGHT On Cut Flower Boxes. On all orders for $15.00 or more received during October we will pay the freight east of the MlsslsslppL All orders west of the river, we pay to the river. Samples of stock and prices on re- quest. Climax Manufacturing Co., Castor- land, N. Y. Dept. H. Folding cut flower boxes, the best Write for list. Holton & Hunkel Co. wankee. Wis. CYCLAMEN Thomas Roland, Nahant, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Cvclamen giganteum, mixed, 2-in., 8c H. klahr, Schoharie. N. Y. DAHLIAS Peacock Dahlia Farms, Wllllamatown Jaae- tlon, N. J. For page «ee List of Advertisers. Herbert, Atco, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Wilmore's Dahlia Manual will be mallei for twenty-flve cents by HORTICIILTDBB PUBLISHING COMPANY, 11 HamiltM Place, Boston. DAISIES Queen Alexandra Daisies, rooted cuttings, $1.00 per 100. Shasta Daisy Alaska, large field clumps. 8c. O. C. Day, 27 High SL, Hudson, Mass. ^^ DECORATIVE PLANTS A. Leuthy & Co., Perkins St., Nuraeriaa, Rosliudale, Mass. Imported Plants for Fall Delivery. For page see List of Advertlgers. IfU- Godfrey Ascbmann, 1013 W. Ontario St., PbUadelphIa, Pa. For page gee LIgt of Advertlgers. Joseph Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Robert Craig Co., Market and 49tb Bts.. Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. John Scott, Brooklyn. N. T. For page see List of Advertli For List of Advertisers See Page 659 November fi. 1909 HOKTlCULTURE 655 EVEROKEEirS New BngliiDd Nurseries, Bedford, Mass. For paxe see List of AdvertUers. Bobbink & Atkins, Butbertord, N. J. For page see List of AdTertlsers. FESNS A. Lentbf & Co.. BosllDdale, For page see List of Adrertisera. U. H. Barrows & Son, Wbltman, Uasa. Nephrolepls MagulSca. For page see List of AdTertlsera. Jobn Scott, Brooklyn, N. I. For page see List of AdTertlsers. Frank Oecbslin, 4911 Quincy Street, Cblcago. Ferns for Dishes. For page see List of Advertisers. The F. B. Plerson Co., Tarry town-on- Hudson, N. Y. Nepbrolepls Elegantlaslma Compact*. Also Nephrolepls Superbissima. A. N. Pierson, Cromwell, Conn. For page see List of AdTertlsera. Julius Roehrs Co., Rutherford, N. J. Farleyeuse. For page see List of Advertisers. Randolph & McClements, Pittsburg, Pa. Boston Ferns. For page see List of Advertisers. George A. Kuhl, Pekin, 111. Boston Ferna. Anderson's ferns for In and oatdoon. Largest commercial collection In the coan- trj. Ask for descriptive catalogne. J. F. Anderson, Fern Speclallat, Short Hills. N. J. "~ FXORISTS' I.ETTEBS. * Boston Florist Letter Co., 66 Pearl St., Boston, Mass. For page see List of AdvertUers W. C. Krlck, 1164-66 Greene Ave., Braok- lyn, N. Y. Immortelle Letters. For page see List of Advertisers. FXiOKIBTS 817PPI.IX!S N. F. McCarthy & Co., 84 Hawley St, Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. H. M. Robinson & Co., 15 Province St aad 9 Chapman Place, Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. BMd & Keller, 122 W. 25th St, New Tork. For page see List of Advertisers. B. Bayersdorfer & Co., 1129 Arch St, Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. Rosens, 48 West 29th St., New York City. For page see List of Advertisers. Mapes Rustic Works, Clayton, N. J. Rustic Vines, Branches, Bark, Etc. For page see List of Advertisers. XXO^TEB POTS W. H. Ernest, 28th and M Sts., Washington, D. C. For page see List of Advertlseri. ~a H. Hews & Co., . Cambridge, HaM. For page see List of Advertisers. Hllflnger Bros.. Ft. Edward, N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. The Peters & Reed Pottery Co., Red Pots, Seed Pans, etc. ZanesvUle, O. Sjracnse Pottery Co., Syracase, N. X. For page see List of Advertlsera. FRE£SI.AS Schlegel & Fottler, 26 & 27 So. Market St, Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertlsera. FRUIT TREES Dwarf Fruit Trees, by F. A. Waofh, mailed to your address for 65 cents iqr Hortlcnltnre Pobllshlng Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. OAI.AX Michigan Cnt Flower Co., 88 and 40 Broad way, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. Bice Bros.. 11.^ N. 6th St. MlnnsapoUa, Mtnn. For page see List of Advertisers. J. L. Banner, Montezuma, N. C. Galax and Lencothoe. For page see List of Advertisers. GERANIUMS R. Vincent Jr. & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. For page see List of Advertlsera. I'rcd W. Kiti by, Lancaster, Pa. lUiiiled Cuttings. Geraniums, S. A. Nutt, Beauty Poitevine, Madame Baruey, Bucbuer, from tield, 5c. each; rooted cuttings, $9.00 per lUUU; un- rooted, ifu.oo per 1000. Carl Dornbirer, U417 Carnegie Ave.. Cleveland, O. ~Geraulums, Nutt, $12.50 per 1000; Rlcard, Poitevine, $15. A. M. Herr, Lancaster, Pa. GLABIOU Surplus stock of choice named gladioli. Also bulbs aud bulblets from my private collection at bargain prices. L. Merton Gage, Orange, Mass. " OI^SS Boston Plate & Window Glass Ce., Booton. For page see List of Advertisers. SUndard Plate Glass Co., 26-30 Sodbary St, Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co.. Western Ave., betwsea 25th & 26tb Sta, Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Sharp, Partridge & Co., 22d & Lnmber Sts., Cblcago. For page see List of Advertisers. Parshelsky Bros., Inc., 69 Montrose At*., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Metropolitan Material Co., 1892-1402 Metie- polltan Ave., Brooklyn, N. X. Ureenbonee glass, lowest prices. John- ston Glass Co., Hartford City, Ind. Glass, High Grade, Donble Thick Green- house Glass. Lord & Bnmham, 1188 Broad- way, N. Y. OLABIOU F. R. Plerson Co., Tarrytowu, N. Y. OliASS REPAIR CI.AMP Alexander Klokner. Wauwatosa, Wis. OI^ZINO POINTS H. A. Dreer, Philadelphia, Pa. Peerless Glazing Point For page see List of Advertlsera. GLAZING POINTS, Lord & Bnrnhaa. Special Glazing Nails (Points). Lord * Bnmham, 1133 Broadway, N. Y. OOU> FISH Price list now ready. Extra large and line crop of flsh this season. No fungus; no lice. Our little book, "The Gold Fish Dealer's Guide," tells you how to handle flsh, prevent and cure diseases; free to cus- tomers. Glen Mary Flsh ITarm, Chas. Pom- mert, Prop., Amelia, O. Largest gold flsh hatchery In the world. GREENHOUSE BUILDING MATX- RIAL, Lord & Bnmham Co., 1133 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertlsera. Plerson U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., «. X. For page see List of Advertlsera. A. T. Steams Lumber Co., Neponaet, Boston. For page see List of Advertlsera. King Constmctlon Co., N. Tonawanda, New York. For page see List of Advertlsera. Hltchlngs & Co., 1170 Broadway, New Xerk. For page see List of Advertlsera. J. C. Monlnger Co., 117 Bast Blackhawk St., Chicago, III. For page see List of Advertlsera. Foley Ufg. Co., Western Ave., betweea 26th & 26th SU.. Chicago. Pecky Cypress for Benches. For page see List of Advertlsera. P. Jacobs & Sons. 1350-63 Flashing Ave., Brooklyn. N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. GREENHOUSE 0ONSTRU011OT> GRKENIIODSB CONSTRUCTION, Semi Iron Greenhouse, New Tmss Houses and Iron Frame Houses. Lord & Bnrnham. 1133 Broadway, N. Y. Foley Mfg. Co.. Western Ave., betweea 25th & 26th Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. BItchlngs ft Co., 1170 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertlsera. GUTTERS GUTTERS, Cast Iron Qattera, L. * B. Improved V Shaped Gutter with drip gat- ter attachment. Lord & Bnrnham, fm Broadway, N. Y. HAIL INSURANCE Florists' Hall Asso. of America, 1. G. Esler, Saddle River, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. HARDY FERNS, MOSS AND GREENS H. M. Robinson & Co., 15 Province St. and 9 Chapman Place, Boston, Masa. For page see List of Advertlsera. Michigan Cnt Flower Exchange, 88 and 40 Broadway, Detroit, Mick. For page see List of Advertlsera. The Kervan Co., 113 W. 28th St., N«w York. For page see List of Advertisers. Rice Bros., 116 N. 6th St., MlnneapeUiL Minn. ^^ For page see List of Advertlsera. HEATXNO APPARATUS Lord & Bnrnham Co., 1133 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertlsera. Pleraon D-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. X. For page see List of Advertisers. Kroeschell Bros. Co.. 466 Erie St., Chlcag*. For page see List of Advertlsera. HEDGE PLANTS C. B. Bnrr & Co., Manchester, Conn. Hedge Plants for Fall Delivery. HERBACEOUS PERENNIALS P. Onwerkerk, P. O. No. 1, Hoboken. N. t. For page see List of Advertlsera. New England Nuraeries, Bedford. •« For page see List of Advertisers. HOLLYHOCKS George F. Kimble, Flourtown, Pa. HOT-BED SASH The A. T. Steams Lumber Co., Neponaat, Mass. For page see List of Advertlsera. Plerson U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. X. For page see List of Advertlsera. Lord & Bnrnham Co., 1133 Broadway, N. X. For page see List of Advertlsera. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., betwaa* 2.5th & 26th Sts., Cblcago. For page see List of Advertlsera. INSECTICIDES. ' Nlcotlclda kills all greenboase pesta. P. B. Paletborpe Co., Bleventh St., Owensboro, Ky. For page see List of Advertlsera. Stnmpp & Walter Co., 60 Barclay St., New York. Kllmdead Tobacco Dnst. For page see List of Advertlsera. B. Q. Pratt Co., 60 Chnrch St, New Xoik. Scaleclde. For page see List of Advertisers. Geo. B. Talmadge, Inc., Madison, N. I, Aphlne. For page see List of Advertiser*. H. A. Stoothotf Co., Mt. Vernon, N. X. Tobacco Powder. For page see List of Advertlsera. IRIS F. B. Plerson Co., Tarrytown-on-Hundon, N. Y. JAPANESE PLANTS Tekohama Nursery Co., 81 Barclay St., New York. For page see List of Advertlsera. In writing to Advertisers kindly mention Horticulture 656 liORTI CULTURE November 6, 1909 KEKTZAB Godfrey AscbmaBn, 1012 W. Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see Llat of Advertlaerg. A. Leuthj & Co., Roellndale, Mass. For page see List of AdTertlsere. Julius Roehrs Co.. Rutherford, N. J. For page see List of AdvertlserB. .ToB. Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. Home-GrowD, Established Planta. For page see List of Advertlaerg. Bobblnk & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. LANDSCAPE GARDENING COURSE Home Correspondence School, Springfield, Mass. Dept. 8. For page sec List of Advertisers. Lilliir OF THE VAX1,EV CLUMPS Skldelsljy & Irwin Co., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. JjUrr OF THE VAULEY PIPS HJalmar Hartmann & Co., Langaogstrmad* 20, Copenhagen, Denmark. For page sec List of AdTertlg«f. MASTICA r. O. Pierce Co., 12 W. Broadway, New Tork. For page see List of Advertisers. NICO-FXnCB Kentacky Tobacco Prodnct Co., Loalsvllle. Ky. For page see List of Advertisers. NUBSERT STOCK John Waterer & Sons, Ltd., American Nnrsery, Bagshot, Bngland. For page see List of Advertisers. P. Ouwerkerk, 216 Jane St., Weebawkon Heights, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. New BnelaDd~Nnrserles, Inc., Bedford, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. W. ft T. Smith Co., Geneva, N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. ' BobblDk & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. Boxwood and Evergreens. For page see List of Advertisers. Leesley Bros., Chicago, III. Trees, Shrubs, Evergreens, Hardy Plants. For page see List of Advertisers. C. R. Burr & Co., Manchester, Conn. California Privet: Berberry Thunbergll. EiasterD Nurseries, Jamaica Plain, Mass. Trees, Shrubs, Evergreens, Vines and Herbaceous Stock. Uaonal of the Trees of North America, by C. S. Sargent, malted to yonr addrcai for $6.00, by Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. TREES, SHRUBS, ROSES, EVKB- OREENS, PEONIES, HARDY PLANTS. BLLWANGER & BARRY, Rochester, N. I. Shade and Fruit Trees, Hedge, Berry Plants, Asparagus Roots, Rhubarb. Ken- tucky Nursery Co., Louisville, Ky. ONION SETS Leonard Seed Co., Chicago, III. For page see List of Advertisers. ORCHXD PI.AMTS Lager & Hurreil, Summit, N. J. Freeh Imported and Established Orcbtds. For page see Llat of Advertisers. Sander, St. Albans, England. Importers. Exporters, Growers, Hybridists. For page see List of^Adv^rtlsers. Carrlllo & Baldwin, Secancoa, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Ordonez Bros., Madison, N. J., Box lOS. C. Lablata: D. Blglbbam Arrived. For page see List of Advertlgerg. largest stock In the country. Ask for prices. Jallus Roehrs, Rutherford, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Orchid Growers' Manual. By B. S. Wil- liams. 300 Illustrations. 800 pages; descrip- tions of upwards of 2500 species and varie- ties of orchidaceous plants, etc. The most complete work on Orchids and orchid cul- ture ever published. Price. $10.00. Orders filled by HORTICULTURE, 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. PAINT AITD F1TTTT PAINT AND PUTTY: Ideal Greenhons* Lead: Special Greenhouse Patty. liord ft Bumham. 11.33 Broadway. N. I. PAIJCS A. Leuthy & Co., Perkins St. Nnrserles, Roellndale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Robert Craig Co., Market and 49tb Sts., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. Home-Grown Palms. For page see List of Advertisers. John Scott, Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. A. N. Plerson, Cromwell, Conn. For page see List of Advertisers. Julius Roehrs Co.. Rutheoford. N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. PANST PIAXTS. Aug. Zlrnglebel. S. Norwich, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. BROWN'S PANSIES. Extra select, superb giant, mixed pansy plants, $2.50 per 1000; $20.00 per 10.000. Cash with order. Peter Brown, 124 Ruby St., Lancaster, Pa. The KENILWORTH STRAIN of giant pansles, strong plants, 1000, $3.00; 100 pre- paid, 50c. RAINBOW blend contain the latest Introductions of giant pansles, 1000, $2.50; 100 prepaid, 45c. Chas. Frost, Ken- llworth, N. J. PATENTS SIggers & Slggers, Washington, D. C. For page see List of Advertisers. PEAT Orchid Peat and Moss always on buid. Julius Roehrs Co.. Rutherford. N. J. PEONIES The E. G. Hill Co., Richmond, Ind. For page see List of Advertisers. S. G. Harris, Tarrytown, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Sunnyfield Nnrsery Co., Poughkeepsle, N. T. Peony list ready. Write for one today. Standard varieties. Prices right. Gilbert H. Wild, Sarcoxie, Mo. PHIiOXES Old Town Nurseries, So. Natlck, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Henry A. Dreer, 714 Chestnut St., Phila. Hardy Perennials. Sunnyfield Nursery Co., Poughkeepsle, N. Y. PHOENIX Julius Roehrs Co., Rutherford, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. PHOTOGRAPHS: DESIGNING: IL- LUSTRATING Geo. B. Dow, 178 Washington St., Bostoa. For page see List of Advertisers. PIPE AND PUTIN CM Foley Mfg. Co., between Western At*, urn* 26th St., Chicago. 111. Kroeschell Bros. Co., 466 Erie St., Cbicac*- For page see List of Advertisers. PIPE AND FITTINGS. Cast Iron and Wrought Pipe, Valves, Elbows, Pipe Hortn, Automatic Air Headers, etc. Lord ft Bbtb- ham, 113.3 Broadway, N. Y. Geo. B. Doane & Son Co., 18 Midway St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Metropolitan Material Co., 1302-1401 Ifat- ropoUtan Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. PLANT PRESERVATIVES Keep your ferns six months without cold storage; liowers, 20 to 30 days, at practi- cally no cost. Formula and complete In- structions on receipt of $1.00, Barton, 110 Portsea 8t.. New Haven, Conn. PLANT STAKES Seele's Tieless Plant Stakes and Trel- Uses. H. D. Seele & Sons. Blkbart, lad. PLANT TUBS American Wooden Ware Mfg. Co., 369-TB So. Erie St., Toledo, O. For page see List of Advertiners. POT HANGERS Pot hangers, Kramer's, $1 doz. by exp., $1.25 by mall. I. N. Kramer ft Son, Cadat Rapids, Iowa. PRIMULAS F. Oeschlln, 2572 W. Adams St., Cbicaga. Dl- Prlmroses Obconica and Cblnensis. For page see List of Advertisers. Primula cblnensis, 9 colors mixed, S inch. 2c.; Obconica Ronsderter, Lattmaaaa Hybrids, 10 colors mixed, 2 Inch 2c; Ok- conlca gigantea, mixed, 2 Inch 2'4c. J. Lk Schiller, 929 Prouty Ave., Toledo. O. Primula, Chinese, 2^4 in., 2c.; 3 In^ 4c. Obconla gigantea rosea, 2>4 In., 2c. Extra fine. Hammerschmidt & Clark, Medina, 0. PRIVET Harrison's Nurseries, Berlin, Md. Privet Hedge b,v the Mile, For page see List of Advertisers. "CALIFORNrA~12^to^8 In., 2 to 4 bran., $10 per M; 18 to 24 In., 3 to 5 bran., $12 U; 24 to 30 in., 4 to 6 bran., $14 M; 24 to SO in., 5 to 8 bran., $16 M. AMOOR RIVER PRIVET 12 to 18 In., $12.60 M; 18 to 24 in., $15 M, well branched; 18 to 24 In., heavy, $16 M; 24 to 30 in., heavy, $20 M. F. O. B. Bostlc. Cask with order. Vaideslan Nurseries, Bostie Dept.. Bostlc, North Carolina. California Privet, well rooted and well graded. Write for prices. John H. Lane, Little Silver, N. J, RHODODENDRONS John Waterer ft Sons, Ltd., American Nursery. Bagshot, England. For page see List of Advertisers. P. Ouwerkerk. Hoboken. N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. R08E» EUlwrt Craig Co.. Market and 4*th Ks. Philadelphia, Pa. For page see Llat of Advertlseia. P. Oawerkerk, P. O. No. 1, Hoboken, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Dtngee ft Consrd Co., West Grove, Pa. Novelties In Roses. For page see List of Advertisers. Peahlmann Bros. Co.. Morton Grova, n. For page see List of Advertlseia. W. 4 T. Smith Co.. Geneva, N. Y. American Grown Roses. For page see List of Advertisera. Julius Roehrs Co., Rutherford, N. J. Rambler Rose: Newport Fairy. Th* Rose, by H. B. Bllwanger; mailed for Sl.SO by Horticulture, 11 Bamlltoa Place, Boston. Hand Book of Cultural Notes on Basea Under Glass, by F. P. Brigham, mailed t* raar address for 25c., by Horticulture Pnk- lUhIng Co.. 11 Hamilton Place, Boaton. Baby Rambler roses, stmns.', three-year- old, ti'eld-trrown, own runt, have been cut hnck and lifted and have hopome well estab- lished in 5-in. pots, at $12,f)0 per 100, Vir- ginia Nursery Co., Purcellville. V.t, SEED ORO'WERS Hjalmar Hartmann ft Co. Canllflower and Cabbage Seed. Laagangstraede 20, Copenhagen. Denmark. For page see List of Advertiser!. C. C. Morse ft Co., 48-56 Jackson St., San Francisco, Cal. For page see List of Advertisers. A. J. Pleters, Seed Grower, Holllster, Cal. For page see List of Advertisers. SEED8 T. J. Orey Co., 32 So. Market St., Boataa. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Kreck & Sons, 51 and R2 N. Market St., Boston, Maaa. For page see List of Advertisers. W. Atlee Burpee A: Co.. PhlladelpiUa. For page see List of .\dvertl8era. For List of Advertisers See Page 659 November 6. 1909 HORTICULTURE 657 SEEDS - Contiiined Arthar T. Boddlu^ton, 342 W. 14tli St., New York. For page see Lkt of AdTertlaerg. Blckards Bro8., 37 B. 19tli St., New Xerk. For page tee Llet of Advertlgera. K. * J. Farqahar & Co., 6-7 So. Market St.. Boston. Giant Cjclamen Seed. For page tee Llat of Adrertlaera. H. F. Utchell Co., 1018 Market St., FbUm. For page »ee Llat of Advertlgera. t. H. Thorboro & Co., 38 Barclay St., N. X. For page aee Llat of Advertlgera. Leonard Seed Co., Chicago, III. Beang, Peas, Sweet Com, Onion. For page aee Llat of Advertlaera. ■rUegel & Fottler Co., 26 & 27 So. Market St., Boston. For page aee Llat of Adrertlaera. E. F. Wtnteraon Co., Chicago. for I'lantamen, Nnrserymen, Seed*- men. For page aee Llat of Advertlaera. A. C. Zvolanek, Roand Brook, N. J. Winter Flowering Sweet Peaa. For page gee LUt of Advertlgera. C. C. Uorae & Co., 48-56 Jackeon St., Saa Francisco, Cal. For page aee Llat of Advertlaera. O. V. Zangen, Hoboken, N. J. Giant Cyclamen Seed. For page gee List of Advertlaen. H. B. Flske Seed Co., Boston. Cyclamen Seed. For page see List of Advertlaera. SrLKAIilNE John C. Meyer & Co., Boston, Uaaa. For page see List of Advertlaera SMTLAX Smllax, 214-ln.. $1.50 per 100. Cash vrith order. L. Menand, Albany. N. Y. SNO'WBROPS P. B. Plerson Co., Tarrytown, N. Y. SPHAOHTTM MOS8 Live Sphagnum moss, orchid peat aad arcUd baakets alwaya on hand. Lager A Hnrrell, Snmmlt, N. J. A fnll stock of moss on hand all year aroand. Spbagnnm moss, $1.50 per bale; aheet green moss, $2.50 per bbl.; clamp moss, 75c. per bag. H. Kenney, 88 Boches- ter Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. SPRATERS Chaa. J. Jager Co., BoatOD. Demlng Spray Pnmp. For page see List of AdvertlserB. a. H. Hnnt, 76-78 Wabash Av., Chicago^ III. New Chicago Sprayer. For page see List of Advertlaera. STEVIA Wood Bros., Fishkill, N. Y. For page ."ee List of Advertisers. S\irEET PEAS A. C. Zvolanek. Bonnd Brook, N. J. Winter Flowering. For page see List of Advertisers. VEGETABI.E FIiANTS R. Vincent, Jr., & Sona Co., White Marsh, Md. For page see Llat of Advertlaera. VEHTTLATTNO APPARATUS Plerson U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. X. For page aee List of Advertlaera. Foley Mfg. Co.. Western Ave., betweeB 25th & 26th Sts., Chicago. The Advance Co., Richmond, Ind. For page gee List of Advertlaera. Qaaker City Machine Co., Richmond, Ind. 20th Century Ventilating Arm. For page see List of Advertlgera. VENTILATING MACHINERY, New ICodel encased, self-olling gear; Standard Model Open Gear. Lord & Bomham. un Broadway, N T. VHTOAS Vlnca rosea and alba, 214 In., extra Qne, $1.75 per 100. Hammerscbmidt & Clark, Medina, O. VIOI.ETS. Charles H. Green. Spencer. Mass. Violets Field Grown. For page see List of Advertisers. William Sim, Cllftondale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. ■WUJi SMTIAX E. A. Beaven, Evergreen, Ala. Southern Wild Smllax. For page gee Llgt of Advertlgera. -WIRED TOOTHPICKS W. J. Cowee, Berlhi, N. Y. For page see List of Advertlaera. WIKEWOBK Reed & KeUer, 122 W. 2Stb St., N. T. For page gee List of Advertlaera. Dnrand Ic Marohn, Albany, N. T. For page see List of AdvertUera. WIrework. Write for oinr catalogne. Holton A Hnnkel Co., Mflwankec, Wla. William E. HeUschera Wire Works, Sfr40 Broadway, Detroit. Mich. WIrework — Compare oar prlcea wltk othera. Scranton Florist Snpply Co^ 101 N. 7th St.. Scranton. Pa. 50 per cent less than mannfacturlng coat. Our specialty — 100 assorted designs, $10.00. H. Kenney, 88 Rochester Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. WHOUSBAIJE FLORISTS B«at«m N. P. McCarthy A Co., 84 Hawtoy UL. Beaton. For page see Llat of Advertlaeca. H. M. Robinson « Co., 15 Province tt and 9 Chapman Pi., Boaton. For page aee List of Advertlaera. Welch Bros., 226 Devonshire St, •>«• For page see Llat of Advertlaera. Bniialo, N. T. WUllaim F. Kaating Co., 883-87 BUicett St. Buffalo, N. T. For page aee List of Advertlaera. Obleac* Cbaa. W. McEeUer, 61 Wabaik Av*., Chicago. For page see List of Advertlaera. Peter Relnberg, 51 Wabash Ave., Chlcaca. For page see List of Advertisers. B. F. Wluterson Co., 45-49 Wahaab Ava~ Chicago. For page see List of Advertlaera. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, lU. For page see List of Advertisers. Hoerber Bros., Atlas Block, 51 Wabash Ave., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Cincinnati, Ohio The J. M. McCnllongh's Sons Co., Ctada- nati, Ohio. For page see List of Advertisers. Cromirelli Conn. A. N. Flenon, Cromwell, Conn. For page aee Llat of Advertlaera. Detroit Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, 88 aad Broadway, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertlaera. Mln neapolis Rice Bros., 116 N. eth St., Mlnneapolto Minn. For page see List of Advertlaera. «rHOI.ESAI£ FX.ORI8TS Continned JTow Tork Ford Bros., 48 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertlaera. H. E. Froment, 57 W. 28th St., New Yort. For page see List of Advertisers. Alex. J. Gnttmau, 34 W. asth St., Naw York. For page sec List of Advertisers. B. C. Borao, 55 W. Satb St., New Yac£ For page see List of Advertlsera. A. H. Langjahr, 56 W. 28th St., New Xof£ For page see List of Advertisers. James McManus, 42 W. 28th St., New YmC For page see List of Advertlsera, Jobn I. Raynor, 49 W728th St., New Ioi£ For page see List of Advertisers. W. F. Sheridan, 38 W. 28th St., New Y. For page see List of Advertlgera. Moore, Hentz & Nanh, 55 and 67 W. St. New York. For page see List of Advertlaera. Wm. H^ Euebler, ^ Wllloocta>T SI Brooklyn. N. Y. -» , stead St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page sec Llat of Advertisers. Leo Niesaen Co., 1209 Arch St, PhBadai- phla. Pa. For page see List of Advertlaera. The 8. S. Pennook-Meehan Co., ISOB-U Ludlow St., Philadelphia. Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. New Offers in This Issue. BOXWOOD SPRAYS. Pittsburg Cut Flower Co.. Ltd., Pittsburg, Pa. For page fee List of Advertisers. CHRYSANTHEMUMS. STOCK PLANTS. I. M. Rayner, Greenport. X. Y. For page tee List of Advertisers. CROTONS. LORRAINES, FERNS AND OTHER SEASONABLE DECORATIVE PLANTS. Robert Craig Co., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advert'tiers. FALL SALE OF BULBS. Berrydale Experiment Gardens, Holland, Mich. For page see List 6f Advertisers. FOLIAGE AND DECORATIVE PLANTS. Anton Scliultheis, College Point, N. Y. For page see List of Advertlsera. NEW CARNATION CONSTANT. C. S. Ford, West Park, Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. ¥rriting to Ad¥8rfis8rs 658 NEW OFFERS-Contlnued NEW CARNATION DOROTHY GOR- DON. Joseph Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. NEW ROSE DAYBREAK. Eastern Nurseries, Jamaica Plain, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. HARDY CHRYSANTHEMUMS. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., Wliite Marsh, Md. For page see List of Advertisers. HYACINTHS, TULIPS, BOXWOOD, EVERGREENS, POT-GROWN DEUTZIAS AND LILACS. F. W. O. Schmitz, Prince Bay, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. HYDRANGEA HORTENSIS OTAKSA. Henry A. Dreer, Phiiadelpliia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. PLANT AUCTION SALES. Wm. Elliott & Sons, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. TREE SURGERY. John T. Withers, Jersey City, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. VIOLET PLANTS. Raeder Co., Hyde Park, Mass. For page :see List of Advertisers. Flower Market Reports {Continued from pagt bSi) Tie Improved PHILADELPHIA trading conditions continued the past week and the market has been very satisfactory. Compared with the same date a year ago, all the experts agree that present season is away ahead. There is a rising tide in chrysanthe- mum receipts — quality of the highest — with Appleton, Eaton and Yellow Eaton among the leaders. Prices so far have been good and better returns will accrue to the growers than for the past five years, unless the bottom drops out of the remainder of the sea- son. There is no marked change in the rose situation. Carnations have been good for some time as to flower, but short as to stem. Thisi defect is less apparent this week, and it will only be a short time when this staple will be showing its proper form. Or- chids are much scarcer and prices have hardened considerably. There are now a few cypripediums coming in from local sources. Violets are not plenti- ful; but enough for the demand — as there seems to be no strong desire for these so far. Local sweet pea crops are just commencing, and there is also a limited supply of good mignonette and bouvardia. Fall business has TWIN CITIES been good right along. Chrysanthe- mums are coming along fine, plenty and good. There was quite a demand for them on October 30. when Chicago and Minneapolis had their football game, which was attended by over 10,000 persons. Violets are scarce yet. Carnations have WASHINGTON responded to the beautiful weather, and the best ones shown now are equal to the regular grade of winter flowers. There has been a marked scarcity of roses during the past week, especially in the yellow varieties, only one retail store in town having any of the lat- ter, and they not of the best quality. HORTICULTURE Obituary* George D. Henson. By the death of George Dowell Hen- son, one of the oldest and most re- liable salesmen in the employ of Jo- SG])h Breck & Sons, Corporation, New England loses not only an able and highly esteemed seedsman, but also a man whose life history is an example of what industry and integrity can accomplish. Mr. Henson was born a slave on a southern plantation sixty-eight years ago; his early life was, one of hard- ship. Twice before he was seventeen he ran away — the first time he was captured and taken back; the second, concealed in a load of hay he escaped into the ranks of the Union army, where he became the bods'-servaut of General McClelian. After the war he came to Boston and worked as a November 6, 1909 George D. Henson freight hand in the old Fitchburg sta- tion. When his hard day's work was over he went to evening school, where all his education was acquired. In 1S78 he entered the employ of Joseph Breck & Sous, where he learned the seed business thoroughly and for the past thirty-one years labored faith- fully for the best interests of the firm. He was an honored and beloved mem- ber of the African Methodist-Episcopal Church, in. the various societies of which he was throughout his lite an energetic worker. His loss is felt by all who knew him; he was loved and trusted by his em- ployers and by all his fellow-employes. His many customers, who would "do business" with no one but "George," will miss him. His reputation for kind- liness, honestj- and absolute trust- worthiness might well be envied by people of his own and of every other race. gle for life. Mr. Jones' intimate friends have known for some time that something was undermining his constitution, and his air of abstraction noticed frequently in business and sometimes mistaken for a lack of so- ciability, was the working of the slow poison that was to result in his death. Percy Jones was born in Canada, forty-six years ago. His father and grandfather were English clergymen, and since his father's death, when he was but fourteen, he had made his own way in life. He early entered the employ of the Northwestern R. R. and rose to the responsible position of auditor, but the strain of business life proved too much for his health and he was obliged to seek another climate and spent some time in Flor- ida and Alabama. Six years ago he started in the Flower Growers' Mar- ket, and one year later was elected manager, and during the five years he has held that office he has placed that business on a secure footing and had bright prospects for the coming season. He leaves a wife and three brothers. There was a profusion of beautiful floral designs and the choicest blos- soms of the greenhouses were there to an extent that makes enumeration impossible, but among them was a design by the Flower Growers' Mar- ket in the shape of a large floral vase bearing long-stemmed American Beauty roses. The pall bearers were Geo. Walther, John Sinner, Chas. Klehm, Mr. Ryan, A. Garland and H. Clifton. Mrs. Lily Garland Jones is a sister of the Garland Bros, of DesPlaines and of Mrs. Fred Wittbold. The fam- ily have the sincere sympathy of the trade for the double bereavement. But one day previous to the death of Percy Jones at the University Hos- pital, Josephine Garland, only daugh- ter of Geo. M. Garland of Des Plaines, 111., passed away after an illness of over a year. She had a sweet disposi- tion, and her parents and two brothers will keenly feel their loss. She was born in Chicago 23 years ago, but lived most of her life in Des Plaines. The funeral occurred Sunday, Oct. 24, and she was laid at rest in the family lot at Park Ridge, where the following day the same family were called to follow the remains of Percy Jones. Percy Jones. Only those who have known him long and intimately realize the loss the Chicago florists have met with In the death of Percy Jones. Still in the prime of life, he passed away on Saturday, Oct. 23, after a brave strug- John H. Beach. John H. Beach, who until his re- tirement from business fifteen years ago conducted an extensive florist busi- ness in Bridgeport, Conn., died on Oc- tober 29, at the age of i, $1700 down. bal. easy, lumber will bring over $1700 right in town, low taxes. W. W. Hodge, 8 Grand View Ave., Somer- ville. ' FOR SALE — Special 16 x 18 and 16 x M double thick glass In "A" and "B" qnall- tles. But now and save money. Wrlta PARSHELSKY BROTHERS, INC., M Montrose Ave.. Brooklyn. N. Y. FOR SALE— At Southampton, L. I., H acre, 8-room house, hot house, 1()0 ft. long, and bam. All newly painted and In good condition. Easy terms. Inquire Pacific Paint Co., 27 Sixth Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. FOR SALE — Greenhouse property, with stock and all; 12.000 sq., ft. glass. 1 13-room house. 1 o-room house with ail improve- ments; a nioe big store front: good retail trade: established 15 years; acre of ground, with lot on main street. 7710 Lorain Ave., Cleveland, Ohio. TO LET TO LET — Part of large store with large basement. Situated In the center of the wholesale florists' trade. Good opportunity for florists' supplies, green goods. Ferns, etc., or anv business connected with the florist trade. Address Manhattan Flower Market. Wholesale Florists. 46 West 28th I St., New York City. 660 HORTlCULTURi: November 6, 1909 CHICAGO NOTES. The Exhibition. For eighteen years OWcago has had an annual flower show thai has done her credit, and this year is one of the best. As a reward for those who send their treasures for exhibition there are between four and five thousand dollars to be distributed. Besides this the op- portunity for advertising is greater than in perhaps any other city, as Chi- cago IS so centrally located that it dlraws from all sides of the coimtry. A single idea prevails throughout the whole, making a harmonious, pleasing effect. A Japanese garden with winding walks through sodded lawns, pagodas, rustic bridges, tower- ing palms, huge beds of decorative stock and specimen blooming plants made a scene delightful beyond de- scription. Surrounding the Japanese garden are the booths by the retailers, show- ing how flowers may be used to best advantage in decorating for weddings, receptions and other occasions. The home owner has new opportunities for learning how to adorn his grounds, tor City Forester Prost lectures each evening, telling how to beautify the yards and vacant lots. Visitors are supplied free with pamphlets on this subject. .Among the roses the lovers of that flower are trying as usual to find something which will surpass the American Beauty. The predomiuating flower, of course, is the chrysanthemum. Thousands upon thousands of blooms, in all classes large and small, delight the eye on every side. Among the Growers. The Wittbold Co., whose business comprises out-door planting and land- scape work as well as indoor deco- rative, recommend the fall planting of shrubs as they become well estab- lished during the winter. They have recently gotten out for their custom- ers' use a folder with fall and spring scenes and suggestions for planting. The firm of Geo. Wittbold Co. con- sists of Geo. Wittbold, the founder of the business fifty-two years ago, and who is still actively in it, and bis four sons, Louis, the manager. Otto, who is in charge of the place at Edge- brook, and Fred and Henry, who di- vide the decorating work between them. Among their yearly contracts are the floral decorations for Mar- shall Field and Carson Pirie Scott. The Disposition of Old Wire Frames. For some time past the disposition of old wire designs, wreaths, etc., from the cemeteries in and about Chicago has been a vexed question and people have viewed the matter according to the way their personal interests lay. The Cemetery Associa- tion has assumed the ownership of all the designs placed on the graves and instructed the sexton to remove them after a certain number of days. No one seems to have objected so far, but it is right at this point the dis- agreement begins. The Board of Health has long claimed that these moss-filled designs, having often been used where death has occurred from contagious diseases, should be de- stroyed. The sextons have been in the habit of selling them back to the city florists for a nominal sum, and in order to prevent this an ordinance has been drafted by the Assistant Cor- poration Council and was introduced at the last meeting, prohibiting the sale of these designs, wreaths, etc., within the city limits. Wholesale Employes' Ball. Success crowned the efforts of the managers of the fourth annual recep- tion given by the Wholesale Florists' Employes' Club, Wednesday evening, October 27, at Columbia Hall, Chicago. The attendance was large and nearly 100 couples enjoyed the dancing till the wee sma' hours. The decorations were by the Geo. WittbAld Co. Personal. The wedding of Edgar B. Wash- burn of Hinsdale, 111., and Miss Belle Story, of Riverside, 111., took place on Oct. 20 in St. Paul's Episcopal church at Riverside. Samuelson had the de- coration, which consisted of white chrysanthemums at the chancel and white roses at the altar. The rest, with the exception of the pews for the relatives, was done in wild smilax and palms. The bride's bouquet was lily of the valley. Mr. Washburn is the son of C. K Washburn and grand- son of O. P. Bassett, comprising the firm of Bassett & Washburn, whole- sale florists. Mr. and Mrs. Washburn will reside in the O. P. Bassett home at Hinsdale. The usual number of callers from out-of-town are going the rounds, glad to see their old friends in the market. Among the earlier visitors to the Flower Show was H. B. Philpott, who arrived from Winnipeg, Friday. Be- ing an active member of the Chicago Florist Club, he is serving on a num- l)er of committees. He leaves next v.-eek to attend the meeting of the Canadian Horticultural Society of which he is first vice-president. Mrs. H. F. Port, who closed her store on West Madison street last summer and rented her greenhouses at May wood, has again embarked in the florist business at 321.3 West Har- rison street. NEW BEDFORD NOTES. Peter Murray, Fairhaven, has made extensive additions to his greenhouses and installed a fine new delivery wagon. Peter Davis has leased S. S. Peck- ham's greenhouse plant in Fairhaven for three years. He has stocked the entire place with carnations, which are looking fine. At the annual show of the Newport Horticultural Society, Dennis Shea, gardener for Mrs. Horatio Hathaway, was awarded first premium in the decorative class, for the best seedling dahlia. The flower is nearly pure white, about six inches in width and two in depth. It is as yet unnamed. A NEW FUNGICIDE. During the recent fruit exhibition at Boston George T. Powell, of Ghent, N. Y., delivered an address upon the methods to be followed in making and caring for an orchard, and spoke par- ticularly of the difficulties that con- front New England fruit growers ia resisting the attacks of San Jose Scale and other fungi, as well as of insects. It was necessary, he said, to find a substitute for the Bordeaux Mixture. To auote him, as reported In the Bos- ton Transcript: "A very important essential in New England apple culture is that of spray- ing. The San Jose Scale is spreading over every section of the country. For five years I have used one of the Mis- cible Oils, 'Scalecide,' with much suc- cess, for the control of all scale In- sects. A new fungicide, called 'Sulto- cide' has been brought out the past season, that gives promise of very val- uable results. Bordeaux Mixture has of late been very injurious to many kinds of apples, discoloring them, and we must look to something better as a fungicide." This new fungicide called "Sulfo- cide'' is made by B. G. Pratt Company of New York City, and was on exhibi- tion at the show. A special diploma was awarded them. INCORPORATED. West Newbury.— T. C. Thurlow's Sons, nursery, capital $15,000. Olympia, Wash. — The Yakima Inde- pendent Nursery, of Wapata, has filed articles of incorporation, with a capi- tal of $10,000. W. A. & Ethel Berg. CUCASA. Cucasa is a soluble saccharate of copper and lime, coming into use in Europe in place of the rather cumber- some Bordeaux Mixture. Many influ- ential institutions and experiment sta- tions report favorably on its use. Cucasa yields a solution of copper that has all the fungicidal properties of Bordeaux Mixture, but with the added advantages of affording a clear solution in any dilution and of keep- ing comparatively long. Being a clear solution, It does not clog the nozzle of sprays; furthermore, much less of it need he used than of the Bordeaux Mixture, for efficient protection. A solution of cucasa is uniformly alka- line; there can, therefore, be no cop- per sulphate present in it that would injure the foliage. When sprayed on the trees, the thin layer of the solution is readily changed by the atmosphere, as in the case of Bordeaux Mixture, into the in- soluble film of copper compound that has the specific power to kill fungi. The thinness of this film has the ad- vantage of interfering all the less with the important functions of the foliage, and also of sticking very close — which was found in one case to be for three months after one spraying. Cucasa consists of molecular pro- portions of copper sulphate (CuS0<.5 H20), slaked lime (Ca[OH]2), and cane sugar, thus being distinguisihed from other copper and sugar solu- tions by the proportions in which the constituents are present in order to produce a clear, alkaline, fungicidal solution. Its inventor is Dr. C. Rumm of Stuttgart, Germany.— .l/ercfc's Re- port. ROBERT J. mrSARf Public Accountant and Auditor SlFuple methods of correct accouDtlng especially adapted for tlorlsts' use. Books Balanced and Adjusted Merchants Rank Building 28 8TATE STREET, - BOSTON Telephone, Main 58. November 6, 19(.'9 HORTICULTURE. 661 Tobacco Paper IS THE STRONGEST, BEST PACKED, EASIEST APPLIED. 24 tbeeU $ 0.75 144 (heeU 3.50 288 theeU 6.50 1728 theeU 35.10 Nluu'rUlTlt °"" "" '"'"'" ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ By far the CHEAPEST. Furnishes the just note price. Most Nicotine for the Money pi„, , ,50 ... nanufactured by ... >i Gallon 5.50 THE KErrroCKT TOBACCO PRODUCT CO., LouUtUIc, Ky. scl^ron. ■ ■ ■ •" i 1 ! . ^ 47!25 A TRIUMPHANT INSECTICIDE. There are insecticides and insecti- cides, and then again some more. The terrible ravages of insect pests in tliese latter days has furnished the incentive for the making and exploiting of num- berless compounds for special or gen- eral purposes in the never-ending war- fare upon insect pests. We know of none, however, which has more quick- ly demonstrated its efficacy than tie re- cently introduced "Aphine" which, in the course of a comparatively few weeks, has become a talisman among horticulturists of unimpeachable ver- acity and unquestioned skill. The tes- timonials given in the adveitisement of this preparation in this paper are well worth reading. NEWS NOTES. Mt. Airy, Pa. — The greenhouses of S. E. Graver were badly damaged by fire on Oct. 23. Atlanta, Ga. — A severe hail storm on Oct. 14 wrecked many greenhouses in this vicinity, causing very heavy loss. Newton, Kansas — Bankruptcy pro- ceedings have been commenced by at- torneys for Claude L. Shanks, florist. Assets, $10,000: liabilities $13,000. WIZ/lRb namKtj Dried, screened and packed In bags of 100 lbs. e«ch. PULVERIZED SHEEP MANURE PUKE UNIFORM ReLIABI.E A strong and quick acting manure, highly recommended for carnations and chrysanthemums. SHREDDED CATTLE MANURE EAST TO HANDLE AND A PPLT Stronger and better In every war titan rough mantu-e. leasts mue* longer on the benches. Unequalled t«»* mulching and feeding roses, llqut*> manuring and mixing with bench an# potting soil. Used by all the largest grrowers. Ask Tour Supply Man or Write Us for Circalarg and Prices. THE Pulverized Manure Co. 31 Uniin Stock Yards CHICAGO New Chicago Sprayer This sprayer Is made of aluminum with two brass plates, one fine, one coarse. These are easily removed and quickly cleaned. Spraying face 4y2 inches wide, nozzle 6% inches long; % Inch pipe connec- tions. These sprayers will never wear out and are said by users to be the finest on the market Send to us for testimonials from growers using them. Price $2.50 Each £. H. Hunt, 76-78 Wabash Ave., Chicago, 111. SCALECIDE Will positively de.'^troy SAN JOSE SCALE and all soft bodied sucking insects without injury to the tree. Simple, more effective and cheaper than Lime Sulphur, Not an fxperinient. On© gallon makes 16 to i!0 ^alions spra; b^ Gimnlj adding water. Send for BoosJet, "Oreharti Insurance," B. G. PRATT CO.. SO CHURCH ST.. N€W YORK CHY. The Best BugKillerano Bloom Savei For PROOF Writ«to P.R.PaiethorpeCo OWENSRORO. lY. Olxai JUL) f5s are easy to kill with The Fumigating Kind Tobacco Powder All our bags have our guarantee lag on the bag, reading "Satisfaction or Money Back." and this trade marlO $3.00 per bag 1 00 lbs. It costs I 5 cts. to thoroughly fumigate a house 100x25. We sell direct to the grower. The H. A. Stoothoff Co. Mount Vernon, N. Y. \T Which Spray Pump^ ^^^^^^ shall yoa bay? Buy the Spray Pomp that fally meets the demands or the Government Agrl-' caltnral Scientists and aU practi- cal Pmlt Growers. These pomps are widely known as DEMING SPRAYERS and are made In 23 styles (or nse In small gardens or Immense orchards. Write for oar 1909 catalog- with Spraying Chart. Add 4 cents post- age ana receive "Spraying Tor profit," a useful gnlde book. CHARLES J, JA6ER CO. SPRAYED ,|KILMDEAD( - '^ M'hebestofaU,/' >Dustin^or lliimlatin^ 26 tb*., • I .OO 1 00 lb*.. ■ a.oo 80lb*» I.7B eOOtI &1im^^(/mkr& 14,00 3000 1b,.. 62-60 In ordering goods please add "I saw It in HORTICULTURE." 662 HORTICULTU RE. Novpmber 6, 1909 I^OIC HEWS STANDARD POTS WORLDS LARGEST MANUFACTURERS) POT MAKERS FOR 140 YEARS Pearson Street, LONG ISLAND CITY, N. Y. WRITE FOR CATALOGUE AND DISCOUNTS A. H. HEWS & CO., Inc. CAMBRIDGE, MASS. 452-460 No. Branch St, CHICAGO, ILL. CATALOGUES RECEIVED. Wagner's Nursery, Pasadena, CaJ. — Trade List of Nursery Stock and Suc- culents. Morrisville Nurseries, S. C. Moon, proprietor, Morrisville, Pa. — Wholesale Price List of trees, shrubs and hardy herbaceous plants. California Horticulture: The Fruit Growers' Guide, issued by the Fancher Creek Nurseries, Fresno, Cal. There have been many beautiful, artistic and useful catalogues sent out by dealers in ornamental garden and landscape material within the past few years, hut in many respects this handsome publication places all the rest In the shade. This is particularly true of thii text matter which is largely devoted to cultural and other useful informa- tion, making it almost a cyclopaedia of the subjects on which i' treats. It is a very interesting and readable hook. The cover is rich, bearing on the front olive branches in fruit and on the back a cluster of luscious grapes, both in natural colors and size. Peaches and figs form the subjects of two inserts, also in natural colors. Ac- companying the book is thei Advance Price Catalogue of the fruit tree de- partment of this company. Geo. C. STANDARD FLOWER POTS Pftcked in small crates, easy to handle. Price per crate 144 6 in. pots in crate $3.t6 1207 ** *' 4.20 608 " " 3.00 HAND MADE 48 9 in. pots in crate $3.60 48 10 " '* 4.80 34 II " •' 3^ 24 la " *• 4.80 12 14 " " 4.80 6 16 " " 4.50 Seed pans, same price as pots. Send for price list of Cylinders for Cut flowers. Hanging Baskets, Lawn Vases, etc. Ten percent, ofl for cash with order. Address Hilfinger Bros., Pottery. Fort Edward,N.Y. August Rolker & Sons» Agtt. tl Barclay St. N. Y. GIty Syracuse Red Pots ALL THE STANDARD SIZES It will soon be time to order large pots for fall potting. We have a full line of the best. Syracuse Pottery Co., ^y«,'^i " 6.00 10003 " 5.00 800 3}4 " 5.80 5004,, " 4.5° 456 4Vj ** ;; 5=4 3»oS *• " 4-51 •10554 " 3.78 PO^ If your greenhouses are within 500 miles of the Capitol, write us, we can save you money. w. H. ■^ 28th « M Sts., ERNEST Washington, D. C. ^ kmerican Flower and Tree Tub. No. Top. Deep Price 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Th« AmericanWoodenware MIg.Co TOLEDO. OHIO Roedlng is president of the corpora- tion. Kelway's Manual of Horticulture, 57tti Edition, 1909-1910. Kelway & Son, Langport, Somerset, England. We know of no publication in its field that can be compared to this splendid product of the horticultur- ist's genius and industry and the printers' art. As in previous editions, it stands as a model for the maker of floral catalogues. Printed on heavy coated paper and substantially bound, with covers in white and gold, it will be accorded a place on the library table by the most fastidious, and its contents within are a veritable mine of interest and delight for the garden lover and plant enthusiast. There are a number of colored plates from photographs taken in colors from the object illustrated. A prodigious amount of information as to species, varieties, time of flowering, culture, etc., has been embodied in its 344 pages. In sending out such a publi- cation the Messrs. Kelway have put the horticulture-loving fraternity un- der perpetual obligation. GREENHOUSES BUILDING OR CONTEMPLATED. Union, N. H. — Prank Vamey, enlarg- ing. Holllston, IVlass. — J. E. Long, one house. St. Paul, Minn. — Holm & Olson, one house. Dighton, Mass. — Josiah Place, one house. Cranston, R. I.- — Wm. Hay, two houses. Port Huron, Mich. — C. W. Asmann, one house. Mansfield, Mass. — F. F. Shepardson, one house. Addison, N. Y. — Joseph Newcomb, one house. Norwalk, Conn. — A. N. Simpson, two houses. Independence, la. — J. D. Murphy, two houses. Middletown, Conn. — H. L. Camp, house, 22x100. Mansfield, Mass- — Henry Carlos, house, 20x120. Westfield, Mass.— J. H. & J. Nich- olas, one house. Olean, N. Y. — D. R. Herron, range of King houses. New Haven, Conn. — J. J. Sokol, carnation house. Akron, O. — Ideal Greenhouses, range of eight houses. East Cleveland, O. — Fred Ponting, range of houses. Des Plaines, III. — Hoerber Bros., range of houses. Plymouth, Ind. — Jacob Jordan, vege- table forcing house. Marion, Ind. — F. W. Herliman, car- nation house, 21x100. Newton, Kans.— Fred Hasler and Wm. Hasselman, one house. Philadelphia, Pa.— Sax & Abbott, Broad St. and Hunting Park Ave., re- modeling. East Hadley, Mass. — Montgomery Rose Company, two rose houses, King construction. PUBLICATION RECEIVED. The 34th annual report of the Board of Commissioners of the Boston Park System for last year has been issued. .\ttection is called to the need of more liberal appropriations for maintenance and development. The r;upprc-ssion of the gypsy and brown-tail moths is mentioned as having been a heavy drain on the resources of the depart- ment. Continued and growing satis- faction with the use of oil for the sup- pression of du?t on the roads, is ex- pressed. The detailed report of work performed during the year, by Super- intendent J. A. Pettigrew, is Illustrated with some fine views of park and play- ground scenery and is very interesting. \V. Elliott & Sons are in possession of their first consignment, of Holland nursery stock, which they are offer- ing every Tuesday and Friday at auc- tion in New York. TIC A > FO f? I'ri'/ I —T- USE IT NOW. P.O. PIERCE CO. 12 W.BROADWAY NEW YORK riastlca Is elastic and tenacious, admits of ex- pansion and contraction. Putty becomes hard and brittle. Broken glass more easily removed without breaking of other glass as occurs with hard putty. Lasts longer than putty. Easy to apply. "»»»»»»^««"«««"««»«»»»»' I Holds Glass Firmly See the Point * PEERLESS I Qlazlnic Points are the best. No rigbis or lefts. Box of I.OOOpolDU 75 CIS. postpsld. DENBT A. DREEK, I 714 CbeatBBt 8k., Phllb, Pk. FLORICULTURE! Complete Home Study Cnursr m practical Flon culture under Prof Craig and Vrui Batchelder ol Cornell University- Course includes Greenhouse Construction and ManagetneDt and the growing ol Small Fruits and Veffetables as wtll a& Flower- l.'nder Glass Personal Inslructxovs. Ezpert Ad-iice Ths HOME CORRE3PONDEJSCE SCHOOL D«pt. H. F_ Sprinsfleld. Mmm I November 6, 1909 flORTlCULTUREl (i63 KROESCHELL BOILER yADE OF FIRE BOX FLANGE PLATE Can not Crack Water Space In Front, Sides and Back The Mest Popular Boiler Made SEND FOR CATALOGUE. KROESCHELL BROS. GO. 466 Erie St., CHICAGO, ILL. ■mytblBc for OrcMilKnia* BvOdlnc Write for Inter- mat Ion end prices. In Widths from 14 feet o inches to 54 feet o inches. Withont posts. KINQ TRUSS SASH BAR HOUSES. IRON QUTTERS AND EAVES. IRON AND CYPRESS BENCHES. VENTILATING MACHINERY. KING CONSTRUCTION CO. NORTH TONA WANDA, N. Y. THE ADVANCE VENTILATING MACHINE is the best machine you want to install in your houses if you want the best. We guarantee satisfaction. Our same best prices are given to all. Write for it, we can save you money. All we need ask in one trial order. We know we can please you as we have pleased all our customers in 43 states, with but one exception. Write for circulars, &c. The Advance Co. RICHMOND. IND. SASH BARS 32 feet or longrer HOT BED SASH PECKY CYPRESS BENCH LUMBER CYPRESS GREENHOUSES ERECTED ANO EQUIPPED COMPLETE IF DESIRED Write tor Clrcalar "D" and Prices The A. T. STEARNS LUMBER CO. NEPON8ET, BOSTON, MASS. STANDARD PLATE GLASS CO. rianufacturers — Importers — Jobbers NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY FRENCH OR AMERICAN GREENHOUSE GLASS LOWEST PRICES ON REQUEST 26-30 Sudbury St. BOSTON, HASS. 61-63 Portland St. GLASS Our Specialty Can interest you with our prices all the time; we ask you to write us. "Result," "Satisfaction." Sharp, Partridge & Co., Chicago, III. BOSTON PLATE & WINDOW GLASS CO. GREENHOUSE GLASS *^"""*'* *"° 261 to 287 A Street BOSTON AMERICAN 20 to 22 Canal Street «S. JA.OOBS «fc SOPCSS X3S&-13&& :]b:^ook:i^'S'iv, iv. MANUFACTURERS OF CREENHOUSE MATERIAL — VENTILATING APPARATUS — PUTTY JOBBERS IN GREENHOUSE GLASS — BOILERS — PIPE — FITTINGS We carry on hand everything necessary for the complete Erecting, Heating, Ventilating or Repairing of Greenhouses. Let us quote you. Write to us about your Material and Plans tor any size and style of GREENHOUSE for new structure or repairs. Hot Bed Sash Id stock or any size required. Pecky Cypress Benches most lasting and least expcnslye. The Foley Mfg. Co. Western Ave. and 26th St. CHICAGO, - - ILL. Send your business direct to Washington. Saves time and insures better service. Personal anention guaranteed. Twenty-five years' active service. SPECIALTY: "Working on the FaUure of Others." 8IGGER8 & 8IGGERS PATBNT LAWYERS Box 9, National Union Building Waihlngton, D. C. Evans 20th Century Arm Will not twist the shafting pipe. Threr times lie ptower of old style elbow arms Sold only with Evans Challenge Machine IVrite for free Catalogue t" QUAKER CITY MACHINE CO. Richmond, Ind. In ordering goods please add "I saw It In HORTICULTURE." GLASS Greenhouse and Hot Bed SIZES OUR SPECIALTY IMMENSE STOCK Plate and 'Windo'w Glass Write for Our Prices PARSHELSKY BROS., Inc. 69 Montroge Ave., BROOKL,TN, M. T. IRON PIPE Second Hand Suitable for all greenhouse pur- poses, steam, water, gas or oil, also for fences or posts. All sizes Prices low. Geo. B. Ooane &, Son Co. ■18 Midway St., Boston Telephone, Main 4411. GREENHOUSE CONSTRUCTION LUMBER John C. Moninger Co. 117 E. Blackhawk St.. CHICAOO. The FLORISTS' HAIL ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA, insurer of 32,600,000 Sq. ft. of glass. For particulars address John C. Esler,Sec'y, Saddle River, N.J. 664 HOKTICULTURIL November 6, 1909 A Light House Is The Only Right House and you don't have to look twice to see how light this house is. It is our Flat Iron Rafter, Curved Eave Con- struction— strong, rigid, durable — the result of years of experience in the development of high grade greenhouses. You cannot afford to go ahead with ihe building of your houses until you have investigated our method of building them. Drop us a line. Hitchings & Company Designing & Sales Offices General Offices & Factory 1 1 70 Broadway, N. Y. Elizabeth, N. J. A Two Compartmeet HoMse, 50 Feet Long ByMt at Ed^eworth, Pa, An attractive little house, isn't il? It has one compartment for propagating bedding plants, growing chrysanthemums and for general purposes — the other for potted plants and such decorative kinds in tubs as are brought in from the grounds in the fall. To accommodate the taller ones, the center is left open and has only tables around the sides. But there are any number of ways to arrange it; the main point to start with, IS to choose the right firm and then you are sure of getting the right construction. As a starter, just try us. Irvington-on-Hudson, N. Y. New York Boston St James BIdg. Tremont BIdg. Philadelphia Chicago Heed BIdg. The Rookery You Can't Form Any Conception of What A U=Bar is by Seeing It from the Outside IT is the inside that shows up the bubble-like U-Bar construction. At first you may wonder how so light a construction can be so durable and so rigid. It is because of the steel casing of the roof-bar which gives both strength to the frame and a perfect protection to the bar. No house is as free from exposed parts of wood, none so thoroughly takes care of all condensation. To cap the climax there is no house can equal it for grow- ing. Don't fake our say so about it. ask any gardener who has worked or is work- ing in a U-Bar house. Glad to send you our catalog. PIER50N U-BAR CO 1 MADISON AVE, N EW YORK DESIGNERS and BUILDERS of U-BAR GREENHOUSES FIELD OF DAHLIAS Photographed Sept. 20, 1909. J. L. Moore, Northboro, Mass DEVOTED TO THE FLORIST, PLANTSMAN. LANDSCAPE GARDENER AND KINDRED INTERESTS Published Every Saturday at 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. Mass. Subscription. $l.OO per Year 666 rlOKTlCUL-TURE. November 13, 1909 Nephrolepis Elegantissima == Compaota = Another New Fern Originating witit Usm F. R. PIERSON CO., Of all the valuable introduction's in ferns that we have sent out, beginning with the Pieison (Xephrolepsis Piersoui), we con- sider Elegantissima Compacta the most valuable of all, particu- larly from a commercial standpoint. While this resembles Elegantissima in a general way, it is far superior to that variety, on account of its perfect habit. Yet it can hardly be compared with Elegantissima except in a general way, because it occupies a place by itself, and is as distinct from Elegantissima as that variety is from Piersoni — in fact it bears the same relation to Elegantissima that Scottii does to Bostonieusis. Elegantissima Compacta has an ideal habit. The fronds are considerably shorter than those of Elegantissima, and it is a more compact plant. It throws a great many more crowns naturally, making a very bushy, dwarf, compa^^t plant. The difference be- tween the two varieties can be seen at a glance. Fine, strong plants. 2i4-ln. pots, $5.00 per doz., $35,00 per 100; 4-in. pots. $7 50 per doz., $50.0u per 100 ; 6-in. pans $1.50 each; 8-in. pans, $3 00 each. We make a specialty of all kinds of Nephrolepis, carrying a large stock of all sizes at all times — Piersoni, Elegantissima, Superbissima, Bostooiensis, Scottii, Whitmani, Amerpohli, etc. - Tarrytown-on-the-Hudson, NEW YORK Lily of the Valley Clumps EXTRA STRONG 6 to la pips. For immediate delivery. $10.00 per 100 90.00 per 1000 Skidelsky ®> Irwin Co., 1215 Beti Bldg., PHILA.. PA. Boston Ferns NEPHROLEPIS BOSTONIENSIS Harris Type This is the best of all the Boston ferns. zyi-m., $6.00 per lOo; $50.00 per 1000 2 -in., 4.50 per 100; 40. co per 1000 Good strong plants ready for shift. RANDOLPH & McCLEMENTS Baum and Beatly Si,., PITTSBURG, PA. A. N. PIERSON, Inc., Cromwell, Conn. FULL LINE OF PALMS AND FERNS Send fan Catalogue ORCHIDS ROEHRS, Rutherford, N, J. PALMS, FERNS AND DECORATIVE PLANTS JOHN SCOTT Rutland Road and E. 45th St. Tel. 2890 Bedford BROOKLYN, N.Y. COST® i>ao jvioi«e; and where quality is con-^idered is Tvorth more tban double. Silliman's EVERY -PRIG BKRRIED brand of Eighteenth year. Now booking orders r>ecember shipment. Write for prices. A. B. SILLIMAN & CO. Boone, la. HEAGOGK'S PALMS Areca Luteecens Lach 6 in. pot, 3 in pot, 24 to 26 in, high $0.75 6 in. pot 3 in pot, 26 to 28 in. high i.oo 7 in. pot, . in pot, 30 to 32 in. high 2.«o Coros Weddelliana Per loc 2% in, pot 8 to 10 in. high $(o.oo 3% in. pot, 10 to 12 in. high i5.:>. Ager- atum, Lobelia K. Mallard, f«j"c. per 100. Scottl Ferns, $1.00 per ioj. Aqullegius, Coreopsis. DlKitalis, Sweet Williams. Pansles Giant Prize, 50c. per 100. EDWARD W-LLIS, Atco, N.J. FIELD GROWN CARNATION PLANTS Winsor and Winona, extra fine, $5 00 per 100. H. F. LITTLEFIELD, Worcester. Mass. CARNATIONS F. DORNER & SONS CO. LaFayette, Ind. HERBERT, ATGO, N.J. DAHLIAS Every Day In the Year SHiVSO^^V- Come and see Shasta growing, and be oonvlnced that it Is the greatest monef malting carnation In sight today. In point of freedom it excella any variety erer Introduced. Carries more buds right now than most varieties produce in a wiaoie season. The quality is there, too. High score everywhere. 89 points at the A. C. S. meet last January. Can be seen at either Indianapolis or Tewksbury. Booking orders now for Jan. delivery $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. PATTEN & CO. Tewksbury, Mass. BAUR & SMITH Indianapolis, - Ind. New, brilliant, glistening pink carnation for J9I0 $12.00 per lOO. $100.00 per lOOO . A. C. BROWN, CHICAGO CARNATION CO. Springfiild, 111. Joliet, 111. m . ■- — . A New Seedling Carnation light pink, overlaid with a deep rose pink, the color extending over the petals from the center almost to the edge. The most attractive Novelty for 1010. $12.00 per lOO ; $100.00 per 1000. Chicago Carnation Co., A. T. PYFER, Manager. Joliet, ni. MARY TOLMAN A NEW LIGHT PINK CARNATION FOR 1910 $12.00 per 100. $100.00 per 1000. A. E. HUNT & CO., Evanston, III. CHICAGO CARNATION CO. Joliet, III. HUNT BROS., Park Ridge, III. A new carnation of great promise for 1910. Clear, pleasing pink. Every one who has seen this variety likes it. $12.00 per 100, $100.00 per 1000. CHAS. KNOPF FLORAL CO. S. J. REUTER & SON, inc. Richmond, Ind. Westerly, R. I. DOROTHY PERKINS Several thousand strong plants, six to oight branches, Ave to eight fe©t, fine for forcing, at $10.00 per 100; also a few hundred WM. C. EG.\N at |12.00 per 100. HOOPES, BRO. & THOIVIAS CO., West Ciiester, Pa. THE CONSTANT A New Seedling Carnaiion of Wonderful Merit. Will be offered to tfie trade in Februay, iQio. For description, price, etc., see "Horticulture," issue of November ntti. f^ C C-rkOn Florists Supplies, 1 Est C 9. rUKU ^ovelties, Etc. 1 1881 P.O. Box 4515, West Park, Phila., Pa. RUfHERFORD, N. J. PHOENIX and KENTIAS 668 HORTICULTURE November 13, 1909 DAYBREAK A Superb New Rose Raised by JACKSON DAWSON Wichuraiana type, formerly known as seedling No. 7 (Wichuraiana X The Dawson). A vigorous grower, profuse bloomer and easy forcer. Foliage light yellowish green. Hardy as far north as Canada. Flowers single, in loosely pyramidal clusters. Color deep yellowish pink, a shade darker than Lady Dunc&n, slightly lighter tint towards centre. Stamens very bright orange. Flowers full, round, cupped. See illustration of plant in this issue. THIS IS A ROSE EVERY NURSERYMAN WILL IVANT PRICES — Strong three-year-old plants, $3.00 each; $25.00 per dozen. Two-year-old plants, $2.50 each ; $20.00 per dozen. EASTERN NURSERIES Henry S. Dawson, Mgr. JAMAICA PLAIN, MASS. AUCTION SALE Tuesdays and Fridays OF High Grade Nursery StocK W. ELLIOTT & SONS, NEW YORK Privet Hedge by the*Mtle We grow California Privet by the (square) mile and aell it by the Viunning) mile. Uur extensive aavertising of this 3Upenoi hedge is belpmg to create demand tor it m every section. Not all ot this demand can be taken care ol by us — every florist will have calls for Cahtornia Privet this fall and next spring. YOU want to be ready to supply demands of this character ^- and to .,^'V Get Your Share of this Privet^ Trade The extensive acreage on which we produce Calitornia Privet enables ua to offer it o you for less money than it would cost to grow it. Our supe- rior facilities for handling of the stock '' enables us to offer you a better grade. Let us send you details of the largest and most complete assortment of Privet to be found America, with special trade quotationa. For prompt attention, address Desk H- A SPECIALTY The Dingee&ConardCo.wesi Grove Box Trees -d Mber EVERGREENS for Tubs ><>loonis, showing a number of single varieties, most of this year's introduc- tions in the large-flowered varieties and a number of novelties to be sent out by them in 1910. These latter in- cluded such varieties as Gladys Black- burn, R. P. Felton, Hetty Wells, W. Mease, Keith Luxford, and Mrs. H. Stevens. W. S. ROCHESTER FLOWER SHOW. ^Sw L.ist Week's Issue. I The show at Rochester, N. Y., was a magnificent popular success and it was well worthy of it. There were over 80(10 admissions in a single day. As C. H. Vick expressed it, it was "a unique idea in the holding of a com- mercial show, that the individual in- terests represented should sacrifice their personal plans for exhibitions to carry out a unified plan. "Several of the exhibitors had their exhibits rearranged to make possible the ground plan or arran.gement de- vised by Ailing S. DeForest, but no nuninur of diRa|)proval was heard." the officers of the Flower City Flor- ists' Association are: President, F. W. Vick; vice-president, E. P. Wilson; secretary, H. B. Stringer; treasurer. \V, L. Keller. The general plan for the decorations and landscape effects was prepared by Mr. Ailing S. De Forest, landscape architect, and it reflects great credit on bis skill and artistic ability. November 13, 1909 HOKTICULTURi: 675 PHILADELPHIA SHOW. The annual chrysanthemum, show of the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society was held at Horticultui-al Hall, Nov. 9-12. This show compares favorably with many of the preceding shows, both in variety and quality. The competition for prizes was all by private gardeners and the results speak well for their ability as growers and in many instances their excellent taste in decorating. The prizes for ohrysanthenium cut blooms resulted in one of the finest displays exhibited in Philadelphia. The tables of blooms afforded opportunity for close inspec- tion and the classes in which arrange- ment for effect and the use of decora- tive leaves and matei-ial were admiss- able resulted in a splendid decoration of the grand stairway. As usual the display of orehids, feras, palms and foliage plants, for which the shows at this season have long been famous, brought out many finely grown specimens, and new and rare plants. The groups of foliage and fiowering plants arranged for effect, resulted in hold and effective decora- tions which added materially to the genei-al effect. Crotons with the maxi- mum of coloring in large shapely spec- imens were effectively arranged. The lower hall contained for the most part the vegetable exhibits. The seedsmen whose liberal prize offerings bring out good collections and individ- ual classes of vegetables had many competitors. We have heard much this past summer of the dearth of good vegetables, owing to the absence of rain; but such was not evident on this occasion. The products of the garden were exceptionally good in many cases, and the hot-house vegeta- bles looked tempting. Another and important part oi the show was the exhibit of the growers and seedsmen whose tnterpris-' and liberal displays make the show more complete, inter- esting and instructive. To comment upon everything worthy of mention would take too much space, but the following will serve as examples of the general excellence. The large bush plants without which no show is complete were fairly veil done and the most prominent varieties wero Dr. Enguehard, G. W. Childs, Golden Age, Mrs. Joseph Sinnott, Mrs. Frank Thompson. The winners, which were about evenly divided, were Mrs. Joseph H. Sinnclt, .gardener David Ingram and Mrs. F. C. Penfleld, gar- dener John McCleary. In the classes for single stem 6-inch pots many good exhibits were made. Mr. P. A. B. Widener, gardener William Klein- heinz, carried oft several firsts, having such varieties as Glenview, Lynne- wood Hall, Mrs. Wm. Duckham with fine finish. Other winners in these classes were Mrs. Charles Wheeler, gardener Wm. Fowler; Mr. C. B. Nevir- bold. gardeper Samuel Batchelor, with fine Oheltonii, Nellie Pockett and Dr. Enguehard; Mr.«i. Penfield with Merza. A bright feature of the pot plants were the single flowering varieties, C. B. Newbold and P. A. B. Widener winning w-ith excellent plants, such varieties as Anna White, Eva Reiman, Albert Williams and some seedlings being especially desirable. In cut blooms C. B, Newbold won in the 50 blooms in 10 varieties against five competitors and some fine blooms were shown. His varieties were Miss Norman Davis, Colonel W. Appleton, O. H. Broomhead, Clara AVells, Glen- view. Miriam Hankey, Cheltonii, Nellie Pockett, W. Duckham and Mrs, W. Dnckham. P. A. B. Widener was sec- ond. In the class for 6 vases, 6 vari- eties. 5 blooms each, J. W. Pepper, gardener Wm. Robertson, was first with Merza, Mary Mason, Cheltonii, Beatrice May, Glenview and Mrs. W. Duckham. C. B. Newbold was second with a fine lot. In the class for 4 vases, 5 blooms each, P. A. B. Widener was first and C. B. Newbold second. For the vase of 10 blooms, white, J. W. Pepper first with Nellie Pockett. Mr. Widener second with I.rynnewood Hall. Other winners in the cut bloom classes were; Mrs. R. B. Ellison, gar- dener Alex. Lendroth; Mrs. W. M. Potts, gardener W. G. Heudersan; and Mr. W. W. Frazier, gard. Hugh Scott. For hardy pompon chrysanthemums the silver cup given by "Meehan & Sons" was won by J. W. Pepper. In the class for 25 blooms arranged for effect with foliage, C. B. Newbold's and J. W. Pepper's displays were taste- fully arranged and made an admirable feature to the grand staircase. It was won in tlie order named against five competitors. John Wanamaker, gardener John Dodds, was first with a fine table of orchids, tastefully arranged with ferns intermingled. For the best six foliage plants, John Wanamaker was first with Anthuiium Veitchii, Croton "Queen Victoria," Dracaena "Bronze Beauty," and Kentia Belmoreana aurea as among the best. P. A. B. Widener was second mith smaller but very choice varieties of Phyllotaenium, Cyclanthus cipardus, Sphoerogyne and Acanthus niontanus, G. W. Childs Drexel, gar- dener Thomas Long, was first on ferns with Gleichenia flabellata, Davallia Fijiensis plumosa, Adiantum William- sii, Nephrolepis Scholzeli. Mr. Long has a national raputation for fern growing, always keeping abreast of the times in the newer introductions and being among the first to show finished examples. A silver medal was also awarded Mr. Long for Nephrolepis ex- altata superba. It seems, however, more like a crested fern of N. mfescens tripinnatif da. Among foliage plants, Mrs. Penfield and J. W. Childs Drexel were winners in other classes and each showed fine examples. Mr. John Wanamaker was first with Gloire de Lorraine begonia, Lonsdal.^ variety, with Mrs. Ellison second with the pink variety. He was also first for Nephrolepis Schoelzeli with a magnificent pan. For the group of foliage plants arranged for effect, Mrs. Penfield won. Mr. J. W. Pepper was first with crotons, among the best varieties being Dayspring, Hookerii, Queen Victoria, Edwin Lonsdale, Veit- chii and Robert Craig, large plants in from 10 to 14-inch pots. Edward A. Schmidt, gardener John Hobson, was second. He has fine plants and is a well-known plantsman; the color, how- ever, was lacking owing undoubtedly to the shade of his greenhouse by over- lapping trees. Among the trade exhibits were noted from Julius Roehrs Co. — a table of choice orchids with a fine plant of Brasso-cattleya Digbyiana labiata; a new croton named F. Sander was also shown. Lager & Hurrell.— some .50 plants of choice orchids which seemed to be an attractive spot. Robert Craig Co, — fine plants of Gloire de Lorraine begonia, cyclamen and Nephrolepis Schoelzeli. Henry A. Dreer, Inc. — a large exhibit of Nephrolepis Schoelzeli, a collection of palms and choice green- house plants, collection of hardy chrys- anthemums and sundries, bulbs and other specialties. Henry F. Mlchell Co. — a tasteful arrangement of bulbs, grass seed and sundries, hardy chrys- anthemums, etc. Hosea Waterer^ choice bulbs, Scilla maritima and me- tallic hose. Overbrook Gardens — potted plants of single and hardy chrysanthe- mum. Thos. Meehan & Sons— hardy chrysanthemums and cacti. R. Vin- cent, Jr., & Sons Co.— hardy chrysan- themums. John Towill — vase of 50 "My Maryland" rose. FRANCIS 0. CANNING. J? ^^ mmm I ' • - ^ ' J ^ > '^i --m ... 1 KuciiK.stKR Flowee Show Partial View. 676 HORTICULTURE November 13. ]9u9 CONNECTICUT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. Our annual exhibition of chrjsanthe- ruums and other seasonable products, was held last week at Putnam Phalanx Hall. Hartford, and we have yet to hear of any person that does not de- clare it to have been the most suc- cessful p,nd interesting exhibition ever givon by the society. Prepaiations were begun for it almost a year ago by interested gardeners and florists. Though some expected wall and ceil- ing decoration was not forthcoming, the generous supply of potted palms, ferns, and similar decorative plants, by Messrs. John Coombs, James J. Goodwin, Walter L. Goodwin, and others, arranged by the deft hands of President John P". Huss, and his as- sistant, Francis Roulier, and by J. A. Weber and others, left little to be desired in the way of beautiful and artistic embellishment of the hall. Great interest centered in the trained bush and standard chrysanthe- mums, in various colors, some contain- ing as high as 200 splendid blooms. Nothing more beautiful was ever seen in the state; the highest degree of horticultural skill being manifested in their production. Anemone and single stem varieties also delighted the at- tendants. From the greenhouses of Miss H. F. Whiting, West Hartford, gardener Carl Peterson, a small but perfect collection of roses was ex- , hibited. Neil Nelson, gardener of the Hartford Retreat, showed some fine ■chrysanthemum blooms, as well as a i group of cyclamens and primroses in > pots. Mr. Huss, besides showing I chrysanthemums of nearly every de- scription, also staged cosmos and be- gonias. W. A. Weber's plant of pom- pon chrysanthemums, bearing nine grafts, of as many different colors, was greatly admired, the children present being greatly interested in this demonstration of the art of graftage. Miss Whiting was the only exhibitor of violets. A. H. Wingett, of Lenox, Mass., one of the judges, contributed, not tor competition, a new and hand- some carnation, "Lady Algy," a sal- mon pink sport of Beacon. Mr. Huss also showed a collection of orchids, and A. Righenzi won first honors for a pillow made of chosanthemums, bearing in the foreground the society's Initials. Mr. Coombs received the first award for the best floral piece o£ chrysanthemums, a beautiful bridal design in basket form. Others ex- hibiting chrysanthemums were: Mrs. William C. Lauman, of Noi-wich, gar- dener Charles Thos. Beasley; T. B. Brown, of Windsor; H. L. Metcalfe, Cuno A. Helfricht, James J. Wall; W. A. Kinne and Oscar F. Gritzmacher, of New Britain; and Miss Theodate Pope, of Farmington, gardener W. S. Mason. George A. Parker, superin- tendent of .parks, sent 25 varieties of fine chrysanthemum blooms. A finer display of vegetables has probably never been shown in Hart- ford. The special award of $2.5, in this department, by Arthur T. Bod- dington, of New York, elicited three excellent collections, which, with that of James J. Goodwin (by Joseph Guz- zo, vegetable gardener) who took the society's prize for the best collection, filled tables running along one whole side of the hall. The Boddington prize ■was given as follows: First, Charles "The Triumphant Insecticide" (See page 661 last week's "Horticulture.") "So many 'killers' have from time to time been heard from that we con- fess to having developed a strong disposition to be shown just what they will kill. A representative of the American Florist had recently an oppor- tunity of witnessing a number of interesting tests with 'Aphine' at Chas. H. Totty's greenhouses, Madison, N. J. The tests were made by George E. Tal- madge in the presence of Mr. Totty, ^v■i^iam E. Tricker, his foreman, and the writer. Orchids affected with scale, gra.pe vines in which mealy bug had obtained a hold, and black and green aphis on chrysanthemums and roses were all treated. The solution was applied with a small sprayer. We can say for this preparation that 'it does the work,' and it is so far from do- ing au;< damage to the plants that the foliage soon takes on a better color after it has been applied. The results of these tests show that there is an insecticide on the market that is effective and that is easily and quickly applied, at a comparatively small cost. "The day after these tests were made, Mr. Totty, whose reputation for fair dealing is unquestioned, said: " 'I have nothing but praise for the new insecticide, 'Aphine,' that we tested yesterday. The scale on the calanthes and cattleyas were" all dead when examined through a glass this morning, and the plants are not in- jured in the leaot. The mealy bug was likewise wiped out where the mix- ture touched it. If Mr. Talmad.ge will maintain a uniform quality in his produci, he will have an enonaous sale, for it is xmquestionably right every way.' " — Amfricau F/oris/^ Sept. /S, jgoQ. Manufactured by GEORGE E. TALMADGE, Inc., Madison, N.J. Send for Descriptive Circular, M. Beach, West Hartford, gardener R. Cawte; second, R. & H. Scoville, of Ohapinville, gardener Walter Angus; third. Walter L. Goodwin, gardener J. A. Weber. Mr. Cawte showed, in- cluding garden herbs, over fifty vari- eties of vegetables. Mr. Angus, who had .iust exhibited at New Haven, had the miFl'ortune there to lose his coat by theft, and had to return home pre- maturely. In fruits, George W. Smith, of Mel- rose, was the only exhibitor, showing nine varieties of native grapes, nine of apples, six of pears, and one of quince, and necessarily recsived the lirst prize. Mr. Huss entered in 25 classes, and received either fii-st or second prize in every class. Mr. Weber entered in 13 classes, and received 11 awards. Other prize-takers in the chrysanthemum or concomitant floricultural classes were: Mr. Beasley, Mr. Righenzi, Mr. Kinne (ten firsts, and two seconds), Mr. Gritzmacher, Mr. Peterson, Mr. Brown, Mr. Helfricht, Mr. Mason, Mr. Nelson and Mr. Coombs. The following gratuities were also awarded: Cultural certificates to J. A. Weber for speciinen single chrys- anthemum plant, for a specimen plant of anemone chrysanthemum, and for a grafted specimen of pompon chrys- anthemum: and to Thomas J. Dryden for Lorraine begonia: diploma to J. F. Huss for collection of single and anemone chrysanthemums in pots, with special mention of the following varieties; Gertrude Osmunds, Bishop Hemmingham, Mi. J. A. Peterson, Mrs. Edward F. Swift, Mrs. Bassett. Hon- orable mention to Mr. Huss for col- lection of orehids; certificate of meiit to Mr. Coombs for collection of palms and ferns; cultural certificate to Mr. Peterson for collection of roses. 1500 school children were given free admission, and some of them gave an- noyance by unruly conduct. The judges were F. Heeremans and A. H. Wingett, of Lenox, who also kindly served in this capacity at our recent dahlia show. Our attendance was large, and the event doubtless a finan- cial success. GEORGE W. SMITH. Sec. Melrose, Conn., Nov. 8, 1909. WASHINGTON FLOWER SHOW. The annual flower show given by the Florists' Club of Washington opened on the 8th Nov. at the old Masonic Temple. While the preceding shows have all been up to the standard, there is no question as to this exhibit being the handsomest ever attempted by the ilnb and the immense crowd of Mon- day evening attested to the growing popularity of the exhibits. The idea first impressed upon one's mind on entering the hall, was that of white marble and flowers. The centre of the room was given up to a central Court of Honor which was decorated by Geo. Shaffer with different colored cbyrsanthemums (single stems), wild sniilax and hundreds of vari-colored elect i-ic lights. The lour corners of the room were accentuated by four large vases mounted on pillars (imi- tating marble) and conUiining im- mense single-stem chrysanthemums, while at the base were grouped hardy ferns and vases of blooms. Two were filled by Gude Bros, and the other two liy Geo. Cooke. The U. S. Botanic tiarden had one of the finest and most unique displays they have ever made. November ]3, 1909 HORTICULTURE ■■■iilliiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiliiiiiiiiiiiiiiillliiiiiiiiiiiiilillillllisiiiMiiiiiilliiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiMiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiigniii^H I Chrysanthemum Novelties [ I BEST IN THE WORLD AS USUAL 1 s The splendid showing of my last year's varieties at all the Eastern shows, proves = E how the standard is maintained. As the American Agent of W. Wells & Co. of 5 5 Merstham, England, I have arrangd for simultaneous distribution of their = S novelty list of 1910 so that the American cultivator for the first time in history = E can obtam the Wells Pockett novelties at the same time as the British grower. That E E list will include Mrs. David Syme, the gold medal winner and other splendid kinds = E not yet named. The 1909 list comprises some grand varieties for the exhibition E E grower. R. F. Felton the deepest shade of yellow, Well's Late Pink a grand S S thing in the style of Brighthurst, Mrs. H, Stevens, Gladys Blackburn, W. Mease, = E W. Hotston, and other splendid varieties. E E In American Raised Seedlings I will offer Mrs. A. R. Peacock, Mrs. W. Arnold, E 5 whites. Mrs. W. Wincott, pink, all certificated by the C. S. A. and a yellow sport E E of the well-known Ivory. E E If Your Name is not on My Mailing List, Write Me. E I CHARLES H. TOTTY, Madison, N. J. | klHIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIUilllllllilllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllilllilllllllllilllllilllll^J consistiug of all the rarest plants in Supt. Smith's very rare collection. The large triangle at the front was decor- ated by Fred Kramer in chrysanthe- mums, ferns and Queen Beatrice roses, while the corresponding one at the other end was fragrant with Gude's American Beauties. Chas. Totty of Madison, N. J., had a very compre- hensive display of pompons embracing nearly every variety and Henry A. Dreer of Riverton, N. J., had his usual generous exhibit of prize ferns and fine chrysanthemums. Mre. L. Z. Leiter's usual public spiritedness was manifest by her fine collection (said to be the finest in Washington) of begonias and ferns. The Washington Florist Co. had an exhibit for the first time and their display of the "Mrs. Taft" rose drew a good crowd around it. The rose is a very delicate shell pink with a darker centre and is an exquisite addition to the rose world. W. W. ICimmel of Massachusetts aven- ue, had his usual handsome display of fine chyrsanthemums and unique bas- kets. A good crowd around Edw. S. Schmid's' table, attested to the popu- larity of that gentleman's fine display of bulbs, gold fish, aquatic plants, etc. W. Marche, Mayberry & Hoover, Geo. Cooke and Geo. Shaffer all had table and mantel decorations, but up to a late hour Monday evening the decorators had not finished so a de- scription cannot be furnished here. The show will continue during the entire week and it is to wind up with a sacred concert on Sunday. Especial thanks are due lo Pres. Kramer and Chairman Cooke tor their untiring efforts that have made of this exhibition such a success. THE BOSTON EXHIBITION. In our issue of last week we gave a fairly comprehensive description of the very fine exhibition of the Massa- chusetts Horticultural Society which was in progress at the time. We now append the list of awards with a few other conimtms. The vases of ten each long-stemmed flowers of one variety, competing as to color, presented some wonderfully fine tlowers. In red, Mis. H. Patiidge and Leslie Morrison, both from the Plant Estate, took precedence over everything in their color, although T. Carrington from Mrs. Fred Ayer was also much admired. In white, Merza by Peter B. Robb, vanquished Nellie Pockett and Beatrice May. Mrs. Win. Duckham in yellow and Brighthursc in pink, both from the Plant Estate, were invincible. The six best varie- ties of 1909, as seen in the winning set frt)m the same exhibitor, were Leslie Morrison, Rose Pockett, Frank Ij. Payne, Chas. Beckett, Mrs. L. Thorne and O. H. Kahn. The vases of singles from Miss E. J. Clark of Pomfret Cen- tre, Conn., were very fine. R. "Vin- cent, .Tr. & Sons Co. staged no less than 100 varieties of pompons, right up-to-date with the finest new sorts, and promise even a bigger display for next year. W. H. Elliott's commer- cial chrysanthemum plants were beau- tiful. Many of the brightest of the sin- gle varieties were included. A table of 11)0 varieties of apples, one specimen of each, selected from the exhibits of the New England Fruit Show, the pre- vious week, was a centre of attraction. An exhibit of American Beauty roses and lily of the valley of very high quality, grown by Carl Jurgens and f-taged by Welch Bros., was continu- ously besieged by an admiring group of visitors. Following is a snnimaiy of the av/ards. Group of foliage and flowering pluuts (.H>veriiig three hundred square feet: 1st. Eilwaid MacMulkin; 2d, Mrs. J. L. Gard- ner. Tal)le of orchids, both plants and llowers, accuratel.v named: 1st, Wheeler & Co.: 2(1, Edw. MacMuIkiu. Chrysauthe- niunis (two specimen plants, anv color or class): 1st. W. A. Klggs; 2d, Morton F. riant; 3d, Dr. C. G. Weld. Twenty-flTe plants, commercial specimens: 1st, W. II. Elliott; 2d, J. S. Bailey. Twelve plants, sins'e flowering sorts: W. H. Elliott. Six plants, one bloom to each: 1st, Mrs. Les- ter Leland; 2d. ditto; 3d, Mrs. A. W. lilake. liest chr.vsanthemum plant on ex- hibition: W. A. Kiggs. a silver medal. Two Xeutias: Ist. Edw. MacMulkin; 2d, Wm. Whitman; 3d, Edw. MacMulkin. Two arecas. AVm. Whitman. In the cut flower chrysanthemum classes the winners of first ana second prizes were Thos. Ilowden, Morton F. I'lant, Mrs. Le.s- ter Leland, Mrs. J. M. Sears, P. B. Kobb. W. A. Uiggs, Wm. Swan. Winthrop Ames, Eben U. Jordan, E. K. Butler, W. W. Ed- gar Co., .1. S. Bailey, Mrs. Frederick Ayer. The Gaue Memoriiil prizes were won by James Nicol and Thomas Howdeu, 1st and 2nd respectively, with splendid vases of Mrs. Jerome Jones and Yellow Mrs. Jerome Jones. The table decorations won in the following order; Ed. MacMulkin. 1st; Mrs. E. M. Gill. 2nd; W. J. Creed. 3rd. The National Chrysanthemum Society's trophy was awarded to W. A. Riggs for the most meritorious displa.v of chrysan- themums. .SIt>VEi; ilEDALS; T. D. Hatfield, for artistic disijlay of chrysanthemums; R. .t J. Farquhai &; Co., for meritorious displaj of coniferous trees and shrubs. BRONZE MEDALS; Wm. C. Rust, chr.vsanthemum grown in form of a chair; R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., display of pompon chrysanthemums; Laugwater Gar- dens, display of single chrysanthemums. FIRST CLASS CERTIFICATES OF MERIT; Bellevue Nurseries. Anemone ja- ponica Prince Henry; Julius Roehrs Co.. Croton F. Sander; Peter Fisher, new car- nation Ma.v Day. HONORABLE MKNTIO.X: R. & J. 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Not bow cheap But how good L if^0t/yyyyyt0%iityy%/yuyyyyyvt0uyvyyyyyyyvyyvyvyyyyyy%ti^Mvyyyvyv¥yyvyiiyyyyyv>iivvvv^ J quhar & Co., display of begonias, dahlias aud ferns; Julius Roehrs Co., display of orchids; Lager & Hurrell, display of or- chids; W. W. Kawson & Co., display of neriiies; S. J. Goddard. new carnation Pinli Delight; M. A. Patten, white carna- tion Shasta.. „ VOTE OF THANKS: Langwater Gar- dens, vase of chrysanthemum Old Gold. The Massachusetts Agricultural College received honorable mention for a collection of cabbages showing the false economy of buying poor seed. iVIASSACHUSETTS AGRICULTURAL COLLEGE. The exhibit of table decorations by the student.s attracted a throng of visi- tors at the Massachusetts Agricultural College, Friday and Saturday, Novem- ber 5tli and "jth. The exhiliit consisted of ten tables prepared and deco'-ated by members of the class in floricul- ture, the decoration of each table be- ing the work of two men working as a team. Each team was restiicted to the use of chrysanthenuuns as flowers, but the choice of foliage was left to the students. The combinations of the various varieties of chrysanthemums with smilax, ferns, barberries and au- tumn leaves made up a varied and striking display and called forth much praise from the many visitors. The first prize, consisting of $12 contributed by men interested in floricultural edu- cation, was awarded to H. F. Willard of Leominster, Mass., and C. .1. Green of Bridaewater, Mass. The decorations on this table were very simple. In the center was a vase containing four .splendid Nellie Pockett chrysanthe- mitms and several fronds of maiden- hair fern of the Adiantum formosum type. The vase was slightly banked with ferns, and at the base were two more fine Nellie Pockett blooms. Un- der each plate was a single frond of rhe fern, while at each of the four cor- ners of the table was a group of three chrysanthemums of the anemone type on a mat of ferns. The dark green ferns and the pure white flowers har- monized especially well with the china, which had a delicate fern in the pat- tern, and the .judges were unanimous in their choice of the table for first place. The second prize, consisting of Scott's "Manual of Floriculture" con- tributed by the Florists' Review, and Partial View of Pompon Dahlia Fiei.i> J. L. Moore, Northboro, Mass. November 13, 1909 HORTICULTURE 679 five years' subscription to "HORTICUL- TURE," contributed by Horticulture Publishing Company, was awarded to I. W. Davis of Lowell, Mass., and B. M. Brown of West Springfield, Mass. Six huge Bonnafton chrysanthemums cen- tered in a heavy mass of smllax, in which were scattered six more of the same blooms, made a striking decora- tion for this table. The judge? were: Pi'of. A. S. Kinney, instractor in bot- any at Mount Holyoke, H. W. Field of Northampton, and Dr. W. B. Lancaster of Amherst. The tables were loaned by E. D. Marsh of Amherst, the china by the Charles Hall Company of Springfield, and the silver by the Ladies' Benevolent Society of the First Church, Amherst. Besides the exhibi- tion of table decorations, there were shown violets, carnations, roses and a lar,i?e nixmber of varieties of chrysan- themums, all i-aised in the college greenhouses. ROYAL HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY, LONDON. The Vincent Square Hall was over- flowing with exhibits on Tuesday, Oc- tober 2G, orchids being more especially plentiful; then came dahlias, winter- flowering and tuberous i-ooted begon- ias, the latter extremely decorative and whose season' will soon ecme to an end. Perennial asters made a fine show; it is doubtful il these flowers have ever been observed to greater ad- vantage. New Zealand shrubby vercn- icas, ben-ied shrubs and finely grown hollies were abundant. Added to these attvactions there were competitive ex- hibits of onions, apples, pears and grapes. Paeony -flowered dahlias formed at- tractive features, Mr. Baker of Wol- verhampton having a particularly shov.'y group of these rather coarse looking flowers. Of varieties I may mention the following: A. B. Ban- tock. crimson, semi-double, splashed with white, and sometimes with lake the petals spatulate, pointed at tae tips a.nd the anther mass bright yel- low; Glory of Baarn is of the same form, but is of a siiade of lilac; John E. Falre is purplish rose; Colonel St. G. Wolseley. creamy white, flushed occasionally with rose; Mrs. Copland, old rose and something more than ■semi-dovtble in form; Faust is a very striking orange scarlet variety; El- phinstone is of a royal purple tint, lighter in tone towards the tips of the petals, and 8 inches in average di- p,meter. Another, its equal in size, was Baron de Grancy; The Warrior, a blood red flower, was a striking vari- ety, 7 inches in diameter; and Lady Norman, which was 8 inches across; ■Germania, Duke Henry, Countess of Lonsdale and Mrs. Mackellar were £;ood varieties, in color, form and size. Small exhibits of dahlias were shown by J. Cheal & Sons, who also LILIES Canadense, Super- bum, Single and Double Tigers, named Elegans, Tenuilolium, Wallacei, etc. German and Japan Iris, Delphinium Fot- moBum. Gladoli, Callae, Cinnauion Vines, Madeira Vines, Hyaclnthus Cooperias, Milla and Beasera. Write for prices. EC mi I CD Wading River ■ Oi niLLCIf L.I., N. Y. HERE'S WHERE THE BULBS FLY Just to dispose of a late importation. Your chance. Better take advantage of a good thing List week we sold half our surplus. This offer may not appear again. HYACINTHS Per loo Now Catalogued Double Named $4.50 $5.50-$7.00 Single Unnamed 2.35 2.50 Double Unnamed 2.35 2.75 SINGLE TULIPS fo" no» cat LaUeine $.90 $1.00 Yellow Prince 80 1.00 Duo van Thol, Scarlet 1.35 1.60 Superline Mixe.l 85 1.00 DOUBLE TULIPS Imperator Rubrum $2.25 $2.60 MurlUo 1-75 2.00 Rex Rubrorum 1-65 l.so Superfine Mixed Early 80 1.10 Cblnese Lilies, per SINGLE NARCISSUS Per too Now Prlnceps Maxlmus $ .80 Empress 1.60 Emperor 1.80 Golden Spur 2.00 Poeticus, Pheasant's Eye 50 Poeticus, Burbldgil 50 DOUBLE NARCISSUS Albo-pleno Odorato $ .50 Von Slon, True Daffodil 1.00 Von Sion, Double Nose 1.80 Mixed 60 Cat. $1.00 1.75 2.00 2.25 .85 .65 $ .65 1.25 2.00 .75 Single Jonquils 60 basket $1.10 .75 Not less than 50 bulbs of each kind. To secure these prices must mention this paper JAMES ViCK'S SONS, "o^Kfiy"' Special Fall Sale of Bulbs Fall, 1 909. 48 1 .000 Bulbs Ready to Ship. In ordering bulbs, please state whether by express or freight. If bulbs are not satis- factory on arrival fire them back at once at our expense. We carry only the best. We prefer to ship C. O. D., with privilege of examining. A trial order will convince. SINGLE DUTCH HYACINTHS. 1 NARCISSUS. In red rose, dark red. white, pure white. Per 100 Per 1000 blush white blue, dark blue and yellow. All Paper White Grandiflora $ 80 $6 00 the same price. Per 100, $2.50; Per 1000, $20. pm flLLARIA MELEACRIS. SINGLE TULIPS. Guinea Hen Flower, mixed... 100 8 00 Per 100 Per 1000 BIzard Pronkert, red and yellow $1 00 $8 00 IKIi. Canary Bird, pure yellow 1 00 8 00 Anglica, in superior mixture.. 1 25 10 00 Cardinal's Hat, dark red 100 8 00 Hispanica, In extra mixture.. 50 4 00 Colour Ponceau, crimson and Germanlca, in extra mixture. . 1 50 12 50 white 100 800 Kaempferi. in extra mixture. . 1 25 10 00 Jacoha Van Bcieren, large, pure o nn Pavonia, the Peacock Iris 1 00 8 00 white .•••■,"i;;'" i ^ Inn Iris Tuberosa (Snake Head). 125 10 00 Lae Van Rhijn. purple violet... 1 00 8 UO ' Ma Van Almable, red and yel- GLADIOLIUS AMERICA, Calif, grown. low StriD6Q J- 'J" " '-"-' Purnle Crown dark purple 1 00 8 00 America, 7-In. circumference . 5 00 40 00 Vef? fine m?ied .... .... 80 6 00 America, 5 to 6-ln. circumfr'n'ce 3 50 30 00 Parrot Tulips, mixed 80 6 00 America, bulblets 5 00 Bizarre and Bybloemen, mixed. 80 6 00 CALLA LILY BULBS, Calif, grown. Breeder's Plain Colored, mixed. 80 6 00 ~ o . .• i • Darwin Tulips, mixed 80 6 00 Calla Bulbs 3 to 4-ln. circum- Various species of Tulips, mixed 80 6 00 | ference, fine 3 50 30 00 Address all orders to Berrydale Experiment Gardens, Holland, Mich. Route No. 1, Box 54. j Iris Pallida Dalmatica f C No florist or landscape-gardener can afford to be without a good » * stock of this beautiful hardy plant ; it is beautiful in the border, » * and beautiful in floral decorations; easy and strong grower. J C In color, a beautiful shade of lavender, similar to the darkest 9 J shades of Vanda coerulea. 9 t $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. » ! J. A. PETERSON f I McHenry Ave., Westwood, CINCINNATI, O. | 680 HORTICULTURE November 13, 1909 showed a number of what may be termed pompon cactus foi-ms, having flowers of about 4 inches in diameter, very suitable for bouquet worli, and single-flowered varieties in telling tints. David Russell, Brentwood, made an admirable display of hollies, green, silver and gold variegated. A fine form of the silver variegated weeping holly was noted, as likewise the spe- cies fragrans, and Ilex Lawsoulana aureo maculata, both of them rare. This nurseryman showed Osmanthus argentis variegatus, and O. aureo-vari- egatus. Mr. Vickery Gibbs sta,ged a grand group of hardy astei-s (Michaelmas Daisies). Each bouquet consisted of flowering shoots, arranged in cups or funnels of water, one above the other, thus forming pyramids of bloom, measuring 4 to 8 feet in height, and 3 to 6 feet in largest diameter. In next week's issue we shall men- tion some of the many new and rare orchids staged on this occasion. < A full account of the Dobb's Ferry show will appear in the next issue of HORTICULTURE. Bobbink & Atkins Nurserymen and Florists Rutherford, - N.J. BOXWOOD AND EVERGREENS Boxwood, Pyramid: 2% ft. ...$1.00 each 4% ft. .$3.50 each 8 ft. ... 2.00 each 5 ft. . 4.00 each 8% ft. ... 2.50 each 5V4-6 ft. . 5.00 each 4 ft. . . . 3.00 each 6 ft. . 6.00 each Boxwood, Bush: 12-1.') Inches 25 each 15-16 Inches 35 each 18-24 inches 50 each 24 inches 75 to Sl.OO each Larger sizes, $1.50, $2.00 & $2.50 each We have a large quantity and line as- sortment of small EVERGREENS for Window Boxes and Vases: 10-12 inches $20.00 per 100 12-15 inches 25.00 per 100 15-18 inches 35.00 per 100 KENTIA8 AND BAY TREES Our stock Is larger and finer than ever. We can fill orders for all sizes. A Visit to our Nursery will convince you we have the quality that gives sat- isfaction. AZALEAS. Have arrived in splendid condition. We h.nve all the most important varie- ties and sizes. Anyliotly in want of a quantity will do well to inspect our plants before placing their order. Sebryyeriana Niolie Paul. Weber Prof. Wolters Raphael Simon Mardner Vervueuctna Louis de Kerchove Mine. Van iler Iiputsche Perle Cruyssen .Inhu Llewellyn Dr. Moore Mme. Jos. Ver- Mme. Cam. Van vaene Laugebove Memoire de L'Van Paul de Schryver Houtte Sigismund Rucker and others. Dla. Dia. in. Doz. 100 In. Doz. 100 S-10, $3.50 $25 15-16, $9.00 $75 10-12, 4.50 35 16-18, 12.00 00 12-14, 6.00 45 18-20, 25.00 200 14-15, 7.50 60 20-24, 36.00 300 Order early to save heavy express charges; impossible to ship by freight in cold w-eather. In ordering goods please add "I saw It in HORTICULTURE." MR. BUYER Make Yourself Familiar With THE BEST Our stock is exceptionally fine this season and we can assure you of the very highest quality in the plants listed. CBOTONS, 4 in., $25.00 per 100; 5 in., $6.00 and $9.00 per doz.; 6 in., $9.00, $12.00 and $15.00 per doz.; 7 in., $24.00, $30.00 and $30.00 per doz.; 8 in., .$3.00 and $4.00 each. CYCLAMEN WELL, BLOOMED, $6.00, $9.00, $12.00, $15.00 and $18.00 per doz. BEGONIA LORRAINE, DARK AND LIGHT, WELL BLOOMED, 3 in. pots, $25.00 per 100; 4 in. pots, $40.00 per 100; 5 in. pots, $6.00 per doz.; 6 in. pots, $9.00 and $12.00 per doz.; 7 in. pots, $15.00 and .$18.00 per doz.; 8 in. pots, .$24.00 and $.'30.00 per doz.; 12 in. pots, $6.00 each. DRACAENA MAS8ANGEANA, 6 in. pots, $15.00 and $18.00 per doz. ; 9 In. pots, $4.00 and $5.00 each. ARECA LCTESCENS, 6 in. pots, $12.00 and $15.00 per doz. ; 7 in. pots, $18.00 and $24.00 per doz. NEPH. AMERPOHLII, SCOTTII, TODEAOIDES, IN GOOD CONDITION, 6 in. pots, $6.00 per doz. ; 8 in. pots, $12.00 per doz. Large plants at $15.00, $18.00, $24.00 and $30.00 per doz. NEPH. BOSTONIENSIS, large tubs, $3.00, $3.50 and $4.00 each. Send a sample order and we will do business with you. ROBERT CRAIG CO., Stamford Telephone 1130 Stamford. New York Telephone 7254 Mad. FERNWOOD NURSERY STAMFORD, - CONN. New York Office, SO W. 30th Street Having been unable to supply all the Boxwood asked for, from our first consignment, we beg to announce that we have re- ceived an additional 120 cases of first class Boxwood from 12 inches to 8 feet, and are now ready for shipment. Also have now ready for Thanksgiving, Begonia Gloire de Lorraine, Cyclamen and a large assortment of Boston and Scotti Ferns, Dracaena Massangeana, Araucarias and Palms, all of which are the very best. Our Prices Are Reasonable. Come and be convinced. and see them — / Little Ads Bring Big Returns Little ads in our Classified Columns bring big returns to both advertiser and purchaser. Anything that can be sold to florists, gardeners, park and cemetery superin- tendents, etc., can be sold through this medium in this department, and at very small cost. Don't fail to read them each issue, for you will find cue or more that will prove profitable to you. They Cost Only One Cent a Word Undisplayed Landscape Gardening A course for Home-makers and Gardeners taught by Prof. Craig and Proi. Batchelor, of Cornell University. Gardeners who understand up- to-date methods and practice are in demand for the best positions. A knowledge of Landscape Gar- dening is indispensable to those who would have the pleasantest homes. 250 page catalogue free. Write to-day. The Home Correspondence School Dept. H. Springfield, Mait. Prof. Ckaig In ordering goods please add "I It In HORTICULTURE." November 13, 1909 HORTICULTURE 681 AWARDS AT MADISON, N. J. In our account of the exhibition of the Morris County Gardeners' and Florists' Society last week the list of prize win- ners was crowded out. William Duck- ham was the winner of the "3G flowers in 6 varieties" prize, the "24 flowers in 24 varieties," the Dr. McAIpin special and the R. D. Foote special for 25 carnations, one variety, and first for 6 plants for table decoration. .Tohn Downing had more lirst prizes to his credit than any other ex- hibitor. He secured the Rickard Bros.' cup with his group and the trophy was well won. The winners of first prizes on chrysan- themums were James Fraser. Ed. " Mc- Elhaney of New Brunswick, N. .1., Alex. Michel, E. E. Wild, H. Hentz, Jr.. Alex. Brown, Chas, Barbaner and Jas. Allenge. In roses, first prizes went to Ia A. Noe, Henry Hentz, Jr., L. B. Coddington, Wm. Muhlmichel, Wm. Duekham, D. Falconer, E. H. Behre. F. L. Moore, A. McKendry, P. H. Cox and Wm. Inglis. Conspicuous among the carnation prize winners were Brant Bros, and Messrs. Duekham. Inglis, Tott.y and Fraser. In violets, Wm. Duck- ham and Max Schneider fought it out. Edw. Reagan showed some fine plants of Nephrolepis Scholzelli which won first prize. J. D. Preusner got a certificate of merit for Nephrolepis Preusneri. John Heerenians sent from South Carolina some Sea Island cotton, tillandsia and peanuts. Mr. Heereman's prize for the largest chrysanthemum in the exhibition was won h,v John Downing. We still have a few thousand AZALEAS to offer at innport prices in the best commercial varieties: also Bay and Box Trees, Euonymus, Eurya Latifoha. Araucaria, Asparagus, Croions, Arecas, Cocos, Kentias, Lataniap, Phcenix, Rub- bers. Pandanus and Small Ferns for Dishes in best sorts at lowest wholesale prices. Wholesale Price List on Application. A. LEUTHY & CO. PBRKINS ST. NURSERIES ROSLINOALE, BOSTON, MASS. OUR SPECIALTIES Araacarias, Palms, Azaleas and Blooming Plants for Christmas and Easter GODFREY ASCHMANN, Importer, Grower and Wholesale Dealer In Araa- carla Excelsa, Robusta Compacta and Bzcelna Glanca; Kentia Foraterlana and Belmoreana; Sago Palms, Areca Latei- cens, Cocos Weddelllana. BEADQUARTBRS POR FBRNS inch as Whltmanl, Boston, Amerpohll, Bcottll, Todeaoldes. Begonia Gloire de Lorraine, 6 inch, by the thousand. Primula Chinese, etc., cheap for cash. Send for prices. 1012 West Ontario Street PHILADELPHIA, PA. PANSY PLANTS From my well-known strain, none bet- ter; also DAISIES (bellis) and FOR- GET-ME-NOT, fine plants, $2.00 per 1000. LETTUCE GRAND RAPIDS, BIG BOSTON, $1.00 per 10OO. J. C. SCHMIDT, BRISTOL, PA. In ordering goods please add "I saw It In HORTICUTURE. PLANTS STAKES HYDRANGEA Hortensis Otaksa Splendid field grown stock, suit- able for six inch pots, 3 to 4 leads, in prime condition to force for Easter. $3.50 per dozen $25.00 per 100 HENRY A. DREER 714 Chestnut Street PHILADELPHIA, PA. PEACOCK'S PEERLESS DAHLIAS FFFI n PnOT*^ •'^<='* "^"se. Fringed 20th Century, riV^X^U t^yjKJ I O, Rose Pink Century, Virginia Haule, Big Chief. $3 SO per doz., $25.00 per 100. Best cut flower sorts, $1.00 per do?.., $5.00 per 100. PEACOCK DAHLIA FARMS, 7JN^^i?b"^^^TJf ROEHRS, RUTHERFORD N. J. PALIVIS, All Sorts and Sizes Given Away If Taken Away- At Once To clear our benches for work, we will literally give away 50,000 stock mums at $2.00 per 100; $15 00 per lOOO; loof a kind in 100 lots allowed, 25 of a kind in icoo lots allowed. List — GOLDEN GLOW. OCTOBER FROST, ROSEKIE, BERGMAN N, POLLY KOSK, PACIFIC SUPREME, WHITE CLOUD, MONROVIA, ALICE ROOSE. VELT, ALICE BYRON, TOUSET, EN- GUEHARD, EATON, WHITE BON. NAFFON, APPLETON, WINTER CHEER, B,*ILEY, WHITE DEAN, NONIN. GOLDEN «'EDDING, CLAY FRK^K, INTENSITY, BLACK HAWK, and many others — all the staple and newer ones. SPECIAL: — GOLDEN EAGLE, best new yellow, and LYNNWOOD HALL, best late white, »3 00 per 100. A FEW FINE PRINCESS OF WALES VIOLET PLANTS At $5.00 per 100 WILLIAIVI SIIYI Cliftondale, Mass. 1 I. M. Rayner GREENPORT, N. Y. CYCLAMEN Best Strain in Cultivation. 4 in, pots. .$25 00 per loo I 6 in pots. -$75 00 per io» IMPORTANT Flowering, Foliag:e and DecoratiTe Plants for immediate delivery. Also fine list of Christmas and Easter Plants Also others. Write for our descriptive catalogue. Sent free. A. SCHULTHEIS 316 Nineteenth 5t., College Point, N.Y. 5 m. pots. . 50.0c 7 in. pots, .ico.oo THOMAS ROLAND, NAHANT. MASS. LEESLEY BROS. Ornamental Trees, Shrubs and Hardy Plants Wholesale Catalogue Free Upon Application. H. 40th and Peterson Ave., CHICAGO, ILL. SMITH'S Chrysanthemum Manual By Elmer D. Smiih The most practical work of its kind. 40c prepaid. Elmer D. Smith & Co., Adrian. Mich. In ordering goods pTease add "I saw It In HORTICULTURE." ■682 HORTICULTURE November 13, 1909 Seed Trade Dissolution of Partnership. The partnership between Sherman & Eberle, seedsmen, of 112 South Pearl St., Albany, N. Y., is on the eve of dis- solution. A complete agreement has not yet been reached, nor is it known who will retain the business, but it is pretty well settled that whichever partner sells, he will immediately start in business either under his own name or with new connections. The state- ment that George Philp had severed .his connection with Sherman & Eberle is correct, but it develops that Mr. Philp was immediately engaged by Mr. Eberle in anticipation of the coming dissolution of the Sherman & Eberle co-partnership, and is now out drum- ming trade lor his new employer. George has winning ways, and is re- garded a very successful salesman. -Advance in Contract Growing Prices. Contract growing prices are sure to •show a marked advance on the general lines o£ peas and beans the coming season. Farmers are demanding more for their part in the business, and the growers must in turn advance their fig- ures. So far as can be ascertained, none of the principal growers have yet definitely fixed a schedule of prices, but this will not be long delayed, and it can be stated as a fact that there will be a sharp advance over last year's growing prices. More full and specific information will be given in the near .future. Philadelphia Seed Trade Notes. Jno. R. Satterthwaite succeeds to Tomlinson & Satterthwaite in the seed business at Trenton, N. J. I. N. Simon & Son, seedsmen, 43 North Water street, have moved to 6 North Front street. They occupy the whole building, four stories and base- ment and are now right in line tor transient trade from the ferries and Market street. The Phila. Seed Co., a new concern making a specialty of grass and field seeds have located at 127 North Water street. C. A. Neall is president, J. C. Rupp, secretary. Both were for years with Scarlett of Baltimore and Mr. Neall was in the Agricultural Depart- ment at Washington for four years. Notes. George C. Stumpp, of Slumpp & Wal- ter Co., New York City, has been elecl- ■ ed Mayor of Bergenfleld, N. J. The J F. Noll Seed Co., 115 Mul- berry St, Newark, N. J., has been or- ganized as J. F. Noll & Co., with a capital of |100,000. INCORPORATED. Northwest Nursery Co., North Yak- ima, Wash, ?25,000. C. E. Honner, W. W. Ewing, J. H. Royer. Crystal Springs Nursery Co., Seat- tle, Wash. Capital $10,000. M. Fu- ruvs, W. L. Gazzam, W. A. Kuehn. The Caldwell Nursery Co., of Cald- well Ida., has been incorporated with a capital stock of $25,000, by W. S. Hawkes, Charles T. Hawkes, H. H. Cummins and W. R. Wilkerson. Michell's Seasonable Seeds — i VERBENA SEED S^Fa^lTy Strain. This is without doubt the finest strain ever offered to the trade, combining large size, purity of color and free fl.jWeriDg qualities. Tr. Pkt. Oz. Pink 30c... $1.25 Striped ■•■ .30c... 1.25 Mixed. 30c... i.oo Tr. Pkt. Oz. Blue 30c.. .$1.25 Scarlet.... 30c.. . White 30c. . 1.25 1.25 SWEET PEAS, (WlOlef FIOWeflllQ) Christmae Pink (Pink and White) White (Florence Dcnzer). Rlre. Alex. Wallace (Lav- ender). Price 25c per oz; 1 4 lb. 75c; per lb. $2. Also all other varieties as listed in our Wholesale Catalogue a copy of which is yours lor the asking. MOSS, Green Lump. '" ^"''oLTaltT ^'"'"* 75c per Bag — Henry F. Michell Co. 1018 Market Street Phila. —I CONTINENTAL EARLY VEGETA- BLES AND SALAD PLANTS. To write of the above in general is not an easy matter, as in most parts the so-called local varieties are those chiefly cultivated. I will in the pres- ent note mention those exposed for sale in the market of Frankfort-on- the-Main. Of radishes the leading va- rieties are Erste Ernte (earliest crop). The root is bright red, top consisting of a little bunch of short leaves. One of the liest radishes for forcing but al- most useless for open air cultivation in the hot months, owing to the root becoming woolly very soon. Markt- konigin, or properly Ruhm von Mech- an, is a very early variety forming short leaves, and globular root. It is ' a superior summer variety. The Wuerz- burger radish is considered a good va- riety, which, however, on account of its largs size is r.ot much in demand. The earliest to come into use, and the one meeting with most favor is the Gran halh-lange. I advise those who would cultivate this radish to press the seeds into the soil singly, and to sow in drills in the ordinary manner. The seeds should be inserted in the soil at a regular distance apart, which by a little practice is rapidly done. In a garden frame ! ft. (i in. in length by 3 1-2 ft. broad, five rows of seven seeds each are pressed in by finger and thumb. In raising a cropi of early kohlrabi gardPi'crs often .-ourl fL^ilure by sow- ing seeds tDat are lets than one year old, wheieas, by employing seed of fully one year old, it is seldom that a plant runs into flower. Great care must be observed that the growth of the plants receives no check. The Ul- mor Fruhe Glas-Kohl-rabi (Early Ulm) is still the best variety. Of forcing lettuces there are numer- ous varieties, but it does not pay the market gardener to cultivate loo many of these. The variety Ideal does not pay, it boing too small; and when grown in W£:rmth it produces a rather tall stalk. It is interesting to observe how carefully the jjurchaser handles the Paris lettuces, so that not a leaf is lost — for there are only three of them. It is far different with the Frankfurters when the early lettuces come into the market, for then the buyer cannot have too much in the handful and it becomes necessary to sell by weight. Ruhl's Marktbeher- scher (King of the Market) is a new introduction of a Wiesbaden gardener. This variety possesses every good prop- erty which a lettuce can have. The well-developed head is of a golden tint, large and firm, and is weather- pioot. Sutton's Commodore Nutt, a famous English variety, has been in- troduced. The head is of a green color, and it comes early into use. The method of making the head yellowish is not hs yet much known. When the head has formed, in frame-grown pHnts the frame is forthwith uncov- ered and the plants are sprinkled with water, and ;he lights replaced. When the sun shines on the glass a steamy atmosphere is created and scorching is thereby avoided. The heads under this sort of treatment become of a pleasing yellow tint. The varieties Schwarz- korii (Black-seeded); and Steinkopf (Stone -head) are equally good varie- ties. F. M. Paper White Narcissus and all other DUTCH BULBS of High Grade. A few LILIUM HARRISII "7/5" left at $37.00 per 1000 J. M. THORBURN & CO. 33 Barclay Street NEW YORK LILY OF THE VALLEY PIPS. HJALMAR HARTMANN & CO. Longangsstraede 20, COPENHAGEN, DENMARK. pinQApQ Wakefield and Succession UHDDHUC $i.coper lOOD. PARSLEY ^s'^'^''"'"" >.50 per lo.oco. $1.25 per 1000, I CTTIIpC ^'g Boston, Boston Market and LC I I UUU Grand Rapids. $1.00 per 1000. Cash with Order R. VINCENT, JR., & SONS CO. White Marsh, Md. November 13, 1909 HORTICULTURE 683 SINGLE LATE MAY-FLOWERING -^ or DECORATION DAY TULIPS These are exceptionally useful flowers for Decoration Day, and every florist should plant out a few. Once planted, they will remain for years and serve you with a wealth of bloom. 100 1000 Beanty of America. Creamy white, turning pink... $1 00 $8 00 Bizarres. Handsome, rich flowers, with yellow ground ; finest mixed 75 6 00 Bonton d'Or. Deep golden yellow; very handsome flowers ^ 7 50 Bridesmaid. Lovely soft pink 85 7 50 Bybloems (Roses). White ground, blotched, striped or feathered with lilac 85 7 50 Bybloems (Violets). White ground, striped and blotched purple and blue 90 8 00 Darwin. Very large flowers. They include every known shade 85 750 Golden Crown. Large, bright yellow I 00 7 50 Gesneriana, Scarlet (true). Largest and handsomest of all Tulips; fine for Decoration Day 125 10 00 Macrospeila. Crimson-scarlet, black center 85 7 50 Isabella (Shandon Bells). Carmine-rose, shaded creamy white 100 900 Maiden's Blush, or Picotee. Clear white, margined on the edge with pink, pointed and reflexed petals; most beautiful 90 8 00 PARROT, or DRAGON TULIPS Parrot Tulips should be more largely grown. Their odd colors and fantastic shades make them ready sellers, and make a unique decoration when placed in vases or low bowls. 100 1000 .\dmiral de Constantinople. Large ; red, yellow edge. $0 85 $7 50 Cramoisie Brillante. Rich blood-crimson, with bluish markings |5 1^ Lntea major. Large, showy yellow 75 7 00 Marltgraaf von Baden. Red and yellow, orange in- side: very showy 1 00 9 00 Perfecta. Yellow, striped red 85 I ?„ Superfine Mixed Parrot Tulips 75 6 00 ARTHUR T. BODDINGTON, SEEDSMAN 342 W. 14th Street, New York City, N. Y. CYCLAMEN NEW CROP FARQUHAR'S GIANT STRAIN Is UNEXCELLED for size and profusion of bloom To obtain large flowering plants for Thanksgiving and Christmas 1910, seeds should be sown now. Giant Crimson Giant Blood Red Giant Salmon Giant Pink Ghnt Excelsior, ^'''"""' Giant White ~" clarel base Picturatum "'"" -"" claret base Price per 1000 seeds, $1000 100 seeds, $1.00 R. &J. FARQUHAR & GO. 6 & 7 So. Market St., Boston, Mass. LEONARD SEED CO. CONTRACT GROWERS AND WHOLESALE DEALERS BEANS, PEAS, SWEET CORN, ONION, GARDEN SEEDS CHICAGO FLOWER SKEDS 061 UUr f TlCeS 79 and 81 E. KIMZLE STREET, C. C. IVIORSE & CO.SarFVanciscorCal. Onion, Lettuce, Sweet Peas TrL California Specialties O I« I> E I« IVOA^V French and Dutch Bulbs FOR FALL SHIPMENT Wholesale Price List mailed to Florists on application, Joseph Breck &, Sons Cor^. 4r-M no. HAKKET ST.. BOSTOH, MASK. Burpee's Seeds PMILADELPHIA Utt of Wholesale Prices t* those who plant for CATALOGUE Designing and Illustrating For florists, seedsmen, etc. Photograph: and designs of all kinds carefully made and promptly submitted. CEO. E. DOW _178 Washington St, Boston, Mass bs I "J MY GIANT CYCLAMEN are ahead in Growth and Flowers. Bloodred, Carmine. Daybreak. Lilac, Pink, Pure White, White carmine eyed, each separate Tr. Pkt. $i.oo, icor Seeds $6.00. Above even mixed Tr. Pkt. 75c, looo Seeds $5.00. For larger quantities, special quotation. O. V ZANCEN.Seedsmirt.HOBOKEN, N.J. NEW PRICE LIST of my celebrated winter flowerlnf Sweet Pea Seed Is helcg mailed. If yon haT* not received a copy please send for one. Htm crop of seed will be reedy aronnd Jaly IStk next. ANT. C. ZVOLANEK Bound Brook, ■ - - New Jersey BERMUDA LILIES Harrlsli and Longiflorum. Selected, Lllium Longiflorum Qiganteum C. S. by the case of 300. THOMAS J. GREY CO. 32 south Market Street, Boston, Mass. FRENCH AND DUTCH BULBS Columbia Farm Harrisii Fischers Purity Freesias Send for trade list. Schlegel & Fotiler Co. 26 t 2t So. Market St., BOSTON, MASS. BRIDGEMAN'S SEED WAREHOUSE RICKARDS BROS. Props. 17 Eist 19th St., - HEW YORK CITY 684 ttOKTlCULTURt November 13, 1909 JOHN BREITMEYER'S — SONS^= Cor. Miami and Gratiot Aves. DETROIT, MICH. Artistic Designs . . . Higli Grade Cut Blooms We cover all Michigan points and good sections of Ohio, Indiana and Canada. WILLIAM J. SMYTH FLORIST Cor. fUchlgan Ave, and 3ist St., CHICAGO We ship to all points in Illinois and Iowa. Phones: Douglai744, DouglisS23, 0ou{las740 THE LOR 1ST HAUSWIRTH F Out of Town orders for Hospitals Carefully filled. 232 Michigan Ave. CHICAGO AUDITORIUM ANNEX Tel. Hirrliot^SSS samuelIviurray Florist Coates House Conservatory lOU BROADWAY, KANSAS CITY, MO. Both 'Phones 2670 Main. WASHINGTON, D C. "^vTs^i"" Q U D E ' 5 The Far-Famed Flowers of TORONTO Delivered on mall or telegraph order for any occasion, in any part ot tlie Dominion. JOHN H. DUNLOP, 96 Yonee St., - Toronto. Ont. The Park Floral Co. J. A. VALENTINE, Pres. DENVER, COLORADO WILLIAM L. ROCK FLOWER CO. Kansas City, - Mo. will carefully execute orders for Kansas City and any town In Missouri or Kansas. Flowers? Quality BUFFALO. N. Y. W. J. PALMER & SON, 304 Main St. Of Interest to Florists Retail NEW FLOWER STORES. Newark, N. J. — I). Cole. Cliuton St. iVlcKeesport, Pa. — W. H. Fisher, Fifth Ave. Muskegon, Mich. — Pew & Dawes, 54 West Western Ave. Freeport, III. — Freepoi't Floral Com- ii;iny. Steiihenson St. Columbus, O. — Riverside Floral Co., Goodale and High Sts. Berkeley, Cal.— H. M. Sanborn Co., University and Shattuck aves. t STEAMER DEPARTURES | Allan Line. Numidiau, Bostou-Glasgow. . .Nov. 17 I'orsican, Montreal-Liverp'l. .Nov. 10 romeranian, Montr'l-London.Nov. 20 Ionian, Montreal-Glasgow. . . .Nov. 20 American. St. Louis, N. Y.-S'liamptou. .Nov. 20 Atlantic Transport. Miimetouka, N. Y. -London. . .Nov. 20 Cunard. Ivernia, Boston-Liverpool. .. .Nov. 16 I.usitauia. N. Y. Liverpool. . .Nov. 17 French Line. La Lorraine. N", Y. -Havre Nov. IS Hamburg-American. Ties. Grant, N. Y. -Hamburg. Nov. 17 Victoria. N. Y. -Hamburg .■■■ Nov. 20 North German Lloyd. I'rinz's Irene. N. Y- Med'ii.Xov. 20 G. Wasli'gton. N. Y.-l!r'm'n.Nov. 16 K. Willielm II. N'. Y.-Br'm'n . Nov. 23 Red Star. Finland, N. Y.-.\utwerp Nov. 17 White Star. Celtic, N. Y. -Liverpool Nov. 20 Majestic, N. Y'.-Sonthampton.Nov. 17 Cymric. Boston-Liverpool. .. .Nov. 17 Meaantic, Montreal-Liverp'l. .Nov. 20 PERSONAL. Carl Diedrick has accepted a posi- tion wilh S. M. Ranks, florist, of West- port, Cnnn. Li. D. Robinson, .Jr., and Miss Edna S. Nash were married at Springfield, Mass., an the evening of November 3. Peter Zuger. who has recently start- ed as florist and landscape gardener at South Manchester. Conn., requests that trade catalogues be sent to him. Edward A. Whitney, florist of Old- town, Mass., has been appointed super- intendent of the South Attleboro ceme- tery to succeed F. E. Shaw, who re- signed. .lames Cleary, florist, of New Bed- ford, Mass.. was pleasantly surprised by his fellow florists last week and made the recipient of a handsome silver mounted harness. Visitors in Boston— George C. Wat- son, Phila., Pa.; E. A. Moseley, Wash- ington, D. C; Elmer D. Smith, Adrian, Mich. The formal opening of Stephen B. Hoyt's new greenhouses at the Old Homestead in South Main street, New- Canaan, Conn., took place on Novem- ber 4. ALEX. MeGDNNELL S7I FI7TH AVENUE NEW YORK CITY Telegraphic orders forwarded lo aa; part of the United .States, Canada, and all principal cities of Europe. Ordeis transferred or intrusted by the trade to our selection for delivery on steamships or elsewhere receive special attention. TeleptioneCalis,487and 488 MurrayHIII Cable Address, AtEXCONNELL DAVID CLARKE'5 SONS Deliver orders from any part of the couatry to New York City Or OUT-OOINQ STEAMERS Write or telegraph 2139-2141 Broadway, New York Telephone m«9-Ti^? Columbus M. A. BOWE In the Heart of New York City 1294 Broadway Tel. 2270, 38th St. NEW YORK Our Motto— The Oolden Rule YOUfiG & NUGENT 42 West 28 St., NEW YORK "^LOiVtR BY TELEGRAPH" fOSANY, H. y. CTowrs or De»lga Worfc DHJVERKD IN ALBANY AND VlOimt ON TKLKGRAPHIC ORDER. 11 NORTH PEARL ST., ALBANY, ILT. Flower Deliveries In Brooklyn and other Long Island Points New York City, New Jerse.v, etc. At Theatres, Hotels, Steamers or Residences. WILSON Fultoi St. and BraeieAfe., Brooklyn, HY. DANirER;ii,':\7' ORDERS FOR Choice Flowers and Floral Emblems FILLED PROMPTLY BOSTON'S BEST In Quality and Design Qto bt relied open when you tiansier ycm retail orders to EDWARD MACMULKIN 1*4 BoyUton Street^ Bo5to« For Ste-imer* sailins fiKtm Montreal and Queb Order by Mail or Telegraph from MONTREAL Careful attention and prompt ''elivery. LOUISVILLE, KY. JACOB SCHULZ, 660 South Fourth Ave. November 13, 1909 HORTICULTURE 685. RUSTIC WINDOW BOXES Made to order 75c per runoing foot vip. Cedar Bark, per bundle, loo square feel $i^.^o. HOLLOW RUST G LOGS (For Ivies, etc.) 3 feet high and upwards, from $1.00 up. Laurel, Cedar and Pine Branches in barrels $1.00, in bundles 50c. Grape Vine per coil $2. MAPES RUSTIC WORKS, CLAYTON, N.J. ROBERT J. OYSART Public Accountant and Auditor Simple methods of correct accounting especially adapted for florists' use. Books Balanced and Adjusted Merchants Bank Building 28 STATE STREET, - BOSTON _ Telephone, Main 58. "^ MATTHtWS florIst ^~' DAYTON, OHIO Is elegantly equipped to take care prop- erly of all orders for flowers entrusted to him night or day For Dayton, Ohio and Vicinity. Milwaukee, Wis. C. C. Pollworth Co. WILL TAKE PROPER ^,. CARE OF YOUR ORDERS IN WlSCOllSlll rTHE BOSTOIM- cut flower CO. Will fill orders for flowers, design work or plants promptlyas ordered to any address in Boston and vicinity. Usual Commission. 14 Bromfield Street, Boston. Telephone, Main 3681. NEW ENGLAND FLOWER DELIVERIES Send flower orders for delivery in Boston and all New England points to THOS. F. GALVIN 124 Tremont St., Boston TRANSFER Your orders for flower or plaot deliv- ery in Eastern New England to JULIUS A. ZiNN 2 Beacon St , Boston WELLESLEY COLLEGE Dana Hall, Walnut Hill and Rockridge Hall Scfaoou. TAILBY, Wellesley, Mass. Tgl. Wellesley 44-1 and «. Night 44-1. In writing advertisers kindly men- tiTn HORTICULTURE. Boston tried the 50 cent admission plan at this year's chrysanthemum show, with 25 cent rate on Sunday and It proved a success. 25 cents has been the maximum heretofore. The receipts exceeded last year's by $300.00. MISSISSIPPI MATTERS. This sipction of the couuliy is show- iiitj jitrnng sisns of waking up to the opportunities oltered in the floricul- lural line. Pass Christian and Biloxi are two famous summer resorts on the coast and a good business is done the whole season, both in plants and cut f'.owers. J. B. .\damE has been estab- lished at the former place. for a num- ber of years and a year ago added a nice rose house to his plant, which has been a success from the start. At Bi- loxi Geo. D. Mahn, a former grower of New Orleans, ventured in business about I wo years ago and has now an established trade. Washingtonia ro- busta and Phoenix Canariensis are two palms largely planted for outside deco- ration, and both of these growers keep a supply of all sizes. Columbus, an inland town of about 12.000 inhabitants, boasts of two pro- gressive florists. T. G. Owen has a range of 125.000 sq. ft. of glass, devoted chieliy to roses and carnations, which he grows in good shape. This cut goes to Memphis, Birmingham, New Or- leans and the smaller towns in the state. The Columbus Floral Co. has a lange of 10,000 ft. devoted to the re- tail trade, and both plants and cut llowers are raised. Nearby towns hav- ing no florist draw heavily on this firm at times, and never meet with disappointment. P.. P. Kline is the manager and takes pride in the re- Rult.s achieved At Booneville, in the northern part of the state, some lady florists grow a big lot of chrysanthe- mums and grow them well. They are retailed from the finest stores in New Orleans and certainly don't have to blu.sh when placed alongside the finest from Chicago. Jackson, the capital city, has one establishment started a year ago and the venture is succeeding. At Greenville a new modern range has just been built and there is no fear foi- its future. Meridian, an important railroad centre, supports two florists — Mrs. Watts and -J. W. Marshall, Jr. The latter this last summer added two small houses of Lord & Burnham ma- terial, for roses. The soil in this state is eminently suited for roses, and where irrigation can be supplied in times of drouth a great cut can be had all season from the out.'-ide. Indoors the plants show remarkable vigor and certain varieties like Kaiserin and W. R. Smith pro- duce flo'vers that can not be surpassed anywhere. No matter how hard the plant is cut it comes up smiling for inr;re. stronger than ever. The very grip of the soil Inspires confidence in a grower. There are many small towns yet without a florist and a grower with a small capital need have no hesitancy ill embarking in business in any of them. NEW ORLEANS NOTES. J. A. Newsham has built a handsome show room in front of his place and is contemplating adding a rose house and orchid house. H. Papworth was at the Chica.go show this week as one of the .judges. The weather for the last two weeks has been exceptionally warm and all outside flowers are blooming finely, looses, especially the Pink and White Cochets. are producing blooms that surpass anything grown under glass. THE BEST LETTERS Boston Florist Letter Go. 66 PEARL ST.. BOSTON N. F. McCarthy, Mfr. Ordar direct or buT from your local mpplv dealar. Insist on havios the BOSTON InBcnptions, E^blenu, •!€., Alwayt in Stock Alternanthera is just taking on its brightest hues and flower beds in the parks are a blaze of color. All Saints' day trade this year was rather a disappointment. The regular stores and growers did about the usual amount of business, only two — J. A. Newsham and Metairie Ridge Nursery Co. reporting a substantial increase.. The chrysanthemums received from the north were not nearly so fine as the hcrae-raJsed ones, or the ones received from points in Mississippi and Ala- bama. The retail prices ranged from $3 to 110 per dozen, the biggest quan- tity being sold at -$5 and $6. The truck farmers and other small growers who raise some chrysanthemums for this holiday, and lieiiend on the markets for their outlet were badly stung, many of them having to haul the bulk of their cut home, even after slaughteiing the lirices. Some refused .good wholesale offers a few days previous, which made the dose all the more bitter. "FLOWERS BY TELEGRAPH." Leading Retail Florists Listed by Towns for Ready Reference. Albany, N. T.— H. G. Eyres, 11 N. Pearl- St. Albany, N. Y.— F. A. Danker, 40 Maiden Lane. Boston— Thos. F. Galvln, 124 Tremont St. Boston — Edward MacMulkin. 194 Boyl- .ston St. Boston — HoEEman. Florist, 59-61 Massa- chusetts Ave. Boston — ,Tulius A. Zinn, 2 Beacon St. Boston— The Boston Cut Flower Co., 14. Bromfield St. Brooklyn. N. Y.— Robert G. Wilson, Ful- ton St. and Greene Ave. Buffalo. N. Y.— Palmer's, 304 Main St. Chicago— Hauswirth, "The Florist," 232 Michigan Ave. Chicago — William J. Smyth, Michigan Ave. and 31st St. Dayton, O.— Matthews, The Florist. Denver, Colo.— Park Floral Co., 1706 Broadway. Detroit, Mich. — J. Breitmeyer's Sons, Miami and Gratiot Aves. Kansas City, Mo. — Samuel Murray, 1071 Broadway. Kansas City, Mo. — Wm. L. Rock Flower Co., 1116 Walnut St. Louisville, Ky. — Jacob Schulz, 550 South' Fourth Ave. Milwaukee, Wis.— C .C. Pollworth Co. Montreal. Can.— P. McKenna & Son, St. Catherine and Gay Sts. New York— David Clarke's Sons, 2139- 2141 Broadway. New York — Alex. McConnell, 571 Fifth- Ave. New York— Young & Nugent, 42 W. 28th- St. New York — M. A. Bowe, 1294 Broadway. Toronto, Can. — J. H. Dunlop, 96 Yonge St. AVashington, D. C— Gude Bros., 1214 F. St.. Wellesley, Mass. — Tallby. '686 HORTICULTURE November 13, 1909 siiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiHiiiiiuiiiiiimiiiiiiiiiim MUMS $8.00 -$25.00 per 100 All the best commercial varieties, including White Ivory and Major Bonnaffon in any quantity. Mow Or op Bronze Galax, $7m50 per case Business hours: 7. A. M. to 8 P. M. LEO N I ESS EN CO. 1209 Arch Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. silliilllillllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllillllllillllliilllllin HOERBER BROS. St Wabash Ave. OHIO AGO ILL. Long Distance Phono Randolph 2758 Cut Flowers ALWAYS GOOD, FRESH STOCK Telegraph, Telephone or Bring in Your Orders WE GROW OUR OWN FLOWERS. Roses and Carnations Our Specialty Easter Lilies Choice Stock. $1.50 per dozen. SIO.OO per lOO. Wliolesale Florists W.E.McKISSiCK&BROS., 1619-1621 Ranstead St., Philadelphia 1 / \ f CUT FLOWER BOXES 1 1 EDWARDS FOI.DING BOX CO MANUFACTURERS PHILADELPHIA. 'PA. A \ . ^ ' / k mi W. McKELLAR 51 WABASH AVE,, CHICAGO Western Headquarters for Choice Orchids Valley, Roses and all Cut Flowers PETER REINBERQ WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS 51 Wabash Av., Chicago, 111. Long Distance Phone, Central 6004 WINTERSON'S SEED STORE 4S-47-49 Wabuh Ave., Chicago. Seedsmen, Plantsmen, Nurserymen Florists' Supplies W*' ('an siippiv evorvthing used by ths Florist. SUl't'LY CATALOG FREE. Cor- respoudeiice solifited. POEHLMANN BROS. GO. 33-35-37 Randolph St., . CHICAGO CUT FLOWERS QreenhouseSa - Morton Qrov*. IIL Rice BrotHers •-ri If N. 6tb Street. HINNEAPOLIS, niNN. WHOLESALE FLORISTS and SUPPLIES CUT FLOWERS receiTed twice daily, and can fill »■ orders to your sati^ction. A complete line of ■Mtty Greem— WILD SMILAX, BOXWOOD, ■ARDV FANCY FERNS, GAI^X LBIAVES. Write for quotatioiis on large quantities. In ordering good* ploate add "I aaw ■H In HORTICULTURE." WELCH BROS. AMERICAN BEAUTY. KILLARNEY, RICHHOND, HARYLAND AND ALLTHB SUPERIOR ROSES, LILY OF THE VALLEY, CARNATIONS, ORCHIDS 226 Devonshire Street, Boston, Mass. WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKETS— "*■* '"^'^'^^S'ErBRs only CHICAGO Nov. 9 I Twur aTiBS I Nov. 8 I PBILA. Nov. 9 BOSTO» Nov. II WO«fiS Ah. B«»uty, Fancy and Special. . . izs-oo " Kxua ' |3o o« " No. I Us-'M " Lower grades I 4.00 BaMe/Mald, Chatenay. F. & S..-- 4.00 " " Luywer grades I 2.0D KDI»ney . Fan. & Sp , g.oo ' * Lower grades j 3 .00 Mchmond, Fancy a Special ' 4.00 " Lower grades j a. 00 My Maryland 1 4.00 OAMMAr/OAfS, Nov. and FaQ.i 4.00 *' Ordinary 2.00 MimCeULANEOUS Chrysanthemums, fancy I^S-oo to " ordinary 1 10.00 to Cattlfeyas ' 15.00 to UHes I to LUv of the Valley | 3.00 to Violets .75 to Mignonette to Sweet Peas ' to . Gardenias jzo.oo to Adlantmn | .73 to Sailljnc 10.00 to Aipava^s T^lmnosos, strtngs (100)40.00 to *' '* & Spren. (100 bchs.);35.oo to 30.0c 25.00 20.00 lOOO 6x>o 4.00 10.00 6.00 6.00 4.00 IJ.OO S.oo 3«> ao.oo 12. oc 50.00 15.00 4.00 1. 00 2 s.oo I. CO 12 00 50 00 50.00 25.00 to 15.00 10.00 6.00 6.00 4.0c 6.00 3 .00 6.00 4.00 4 fO 3 00 2. CO 10.00 5.00 40 00 12,50 3.00 •75 as -CO t^.oo 10 00 35-00 25.00 30.00 25.00 13.00 10.00 8.00 6.00 8.00 6.00 8.C0 6.00 8.00 4 00 3.00 23.00 10.00 60.00 15.00 4.00 l.CO 35.00 1.25 15-0 50.00 3500 25.00 15.00 10.00 8.00 5.C0 3.00 6.00 3.00 5.00 3.00 3.0* 3.00 1.50 30.0*. 20.00 12.00 10.00 6.00 4 oc 8.00 5.00 6.00 4.00 8.00 4.00 2.00 1 ft 00 to 2 5. CO 8.00 to 12. 50 40.00 to 10 03 to 12. 50 ^■oo to 5.00 •50 to w to •75 25.-0 to 1. 00 to i^ 00 to 20.00 25.00 to 50.00 to 50.00 13. 00 S.oo 4.00 2.00 2.0c .»5 2,00 ■'S 3. 00 .JO i.;o to 8.03 4.00 20.00 8 oo 2.00 1. 00 zo.oo .75 10. oe 25.00 15.00 10 to . to M to to t« 6 oo 3 00 5 •• 1. 00 6.e« !.«• 6.*o I.OO 6.0* 8. CO 1.50 15.00 3.0* 30.00 lo.ao 4.00 •40 •J.OO 1.00 12.00 50,00 Bfl.CO IMJ.M.McCullough'sSonsCo. WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED Special attention given to shipping orders. Jobbers of Florists' Supplies, Seeds and Bulbs. :: :: Price lists on application. Plione, Main 584. 3l6Walnut St., Cincinnati, O. FLORISTS' SUPPLIES Send for Mew Oaialoguo H. Bayersdorfer & Co. 1129 AKCH ST., PHILADELPHIA. HERE'S GOOD NEWS! In our GREENS DEPARTMENT we have new crop Leucothoe, $7.50 per icoo; $1.00 per loo; Bronze Galax, the only stock in New England; Green Galax, new crop; New Imported Bronze Magnolia Foliage; Southern Smilax; Ferns; Laurel. In our FLOWER DEPARTMENT, everything in Flowers, from Orchids down; finest quality, bottom market prices. We have secured the sole agency for Barrows' sensational new fern, Nephrolepis magnifica; in pots or cut fronds. Try it. HENRY M. ROBINSON & CO. LoWG Distance Phones, 2617-2618 Main. IS Province Street, 9 Chapman Place, Boston, Mass. November 13, 1909 HORTICULTURE. 687 9oAi,i-v-i Bronze Galax This stock is in splendid condition, every leaf guaranteed. Never had bet- ter stock to offer the fall trade. $8.50 per case of 10,000 Open from 7 a. m. to 6 p. m. S. S. Pennock=Meehan Co. 1608-20 LUDLOW ST., THE WHOLESALE FLORISTS OF 1212 New York Ave., WASHINGTON PHILADELPHIA, PA. Flower Market Reports. With the exception of BOSTON chrjsanthemums, the various items on the wholesale market list are moving with much more life than they did last week, although in a hroad sense the tone of the marliet is comparatively dull. Any change from the stagnation of last week is, however, very wel- come. Orchids and gardenias show a vivacity which encourages, and all lines of roses are acquiring a degree of speed as gratifying as it was unex- pected; but they must be good in order to find buyers. Violets are be- ing held back, apparently, for the Yale trouble at New Haven on Saturday. For the coming few days much de- pends on the weather. Chicago market has CHICAGO been suffering from the effects of the flower show and the thousand dollars spent by the visitors at the Coliseum meant one thousand dollars not in the re- tailers' money drawer. The demand certainly was light, whatever the cause, and this week opens up with no great improvement. The warm weather has also been a factor in creating condi- tions amounting almost if not quite to a slump. Carnations are lower in price than for several weeks and the stock is excellent. Bouvardia has taken quite a prominent place these last few days and the orders can hard- ly be filled. This shows what an ad- vertisement the flower show booths are for the retailer. The Wienhoeber table decoration which received first prize the six consecutive days of the show was done in pink bouvardia, and John Kruchteu is the lucky man who furnished it and who has that flower in abundance this year. Chrysanthe- mums of every size and color are in in quantity. Everything is fine ex- cept the price, which might be said to be too fine. The tone of the mar- NEW YORK ket has not improved since our last report. It has been, in fact, a very unsatisfac- tory week, prices being low and all lines of material tar in excess of the requirements. Chrysanthemums are in their full tide and, while making the conditions almost intolerable for all other things, have not been able to develop any compensating prosperity on their own account. They are bringing prices lower on the average than ever before, for same quality. Roses have suffered as much as any other single item and in addition to slack demand are decidedly off in quality in many instances. Carnations are a dead proposition at the present time. Of these, also, there are many inferior lots coming in. Violets were never better but they move feebly and when disposed of in quantity the prices are low, as indeed they are on everything whenever a purchaser for wholesale quantities appears. The situation favors the retail store keeper in a general way but it also puts tat on the sidewalk merchant, who is en- abled to carry and offer at cheap fig- ures the highest grade of stock, a fact which bears hard upon the store- keeper in many respects. The bottom fell PHILADELPHIA out last week and everybody is in the dumps. There was a falling off all along the line and no special class of flowers was exempt from lack of activity. Chrjsanthemums, roses, car- nations, and all the staples, suffered from over supply, the only item hold- ing its own being the orchid, which was, and remains, scarce. Violets im- proved a little as to quality. Sweet peas and mignonette are also improv- ing. Jardine roses are coming in mucli better. This is a great rose. Many have been free with their criticism; but they have another think coming. WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKETS.-to D^Kkt^/oHLv CV40V4NAT1 Nov. g DBIHIDIT Nov. q EIUPPAL/O Nov. 9 PITTS BUB r Nov. 9 Roaes Am, Beauty , Fan. and Sp { 20.00 " Extra I 15.00 " No.i 8.00 '* Lower grades 6.00 Bride, 'Mold. Chatenay, F. & 5 I 6.00 *' " Low.gr I 2.00 KilUrney, Fan. &Sp j 6.00 '* Lower grades | 2.00 Richmond, Fancy & Special : 6.00 " Lower grades a. 00 My Maryland | 600 CARNATIONS, Novelties and Fancy " Ordinary MtSCeLLANBOUS * Chrysanthemums, Fancy • . • . " Ordinary.. Cattleyas Ldles. Uly of the Valley Violets Mignonette Sweet Peas G&rdenias Adkotum SMllax. 2.50 1. 00 15 00 4.00 13.50 3.C0 -35 ■ 50 40,00 1,00 ia.50 Asparagus Plumoaua, ttriDgs (too)| 25.00 ** " ft Spren. (100 bchf.) 25. co 30.00 ao.oo 15 00 8 oc 8.00 4.00 8.00 4.00 8.00 4, CO 8 00 3.00 a. 00 30.00 8. CO 60.00 15.00 4.0c •3 5 I, CO 50.00 15.00 50.00 35» 30.00 35.00 18.00 4.00 4.00 3-«» 4.00 3. 00 4.00 3.00 4.0 35.00 30.0c 23.0C 16.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 3.. 00 3.CO 10.00 I5.OO 6 .CO a. 00 a. 00 3.00 5.00 a.Qo 3.00 25.00 ao.oo 8.00 6.00 8.00 6.00 B.00 ^.00 6. CO 3.00 8 00 3.00 a.oc 19,50 33.00 ia.5« 3.00 ■50 35.00 1.50 15.00 30.00 30.00 to 95,00 800 to 51.00 to 15.00 TO.OO to 4.00 3.00 to .60 .50 to to .50 to 35.00 30 00 to ,50 10 30 00 to 50.00 35.00 to 50.00 35... 35.00 75.00 15.00 4.0c •75 •75 35.00 1.50 15.00 50.00 5o.*o 15.00 6.00 3.0s 6,00 3.CO 6.00 a. CO 6.00 4.00 25.0« 2a. or la.oo i.oc S.oft 4.00 8.0c In to 15.00 4.00 50.00 3 00 to .25 to ■75 12.50 30.00 30.00 3.00. 1.50 30.00 12.00 6e.co la oO' 4 00 •75 .75 1.50 15.00 50.o« 5«.00' '688 horticulture: November 13, 1909 FORD BROTHERS 48 West 28tli Street NEW YORK [MEUINCY aillONS A Full Line of All CUT FLOWERS tEelephone, 3870 or 3871 Atadison Sqnare H. E. FROMENT Wholesale Commission Florist, Choice Cut Flowers, 57 West 28th St. :: NEW YORK Telephones: 2200, 2201, Madison Square. Alfred H. Langjahr All choice cut-flowers in season. Send for quotations. Correspondence with shippers of first-class stock invited. 55 West 28th Street, New York Telephocea 4626-4627 Madison Square Edward C. Horan Wholesale Florist 55 WEST 28th ST. ra. \*^ll Madison Square NCW YOfk PHILIP F. KESSLER 55 & sr W. 26th St., New York. CUT FLOWERS WHOLESALE Open from S a. m. to 6 p. m, Sunday till 10 a. m. FINEST LILIES IN THE MARKET. Tel. 5243 and 2921 Madison Square. JOHN YOUNG WHOLESALE FLORIST Finest American Beauties and Carnations S I West 26 St. - NEW YORK FRANK MILLANG WholBsale Florist 55-57 West 26th St., NEW YORK Shipments, any qnantity. Whole- sale Market Rates. Greater Ne-w YorK JFlorists' Association, Inc. Now Open for Gut Flower Consignments 162 Livingston Street, BROOKLYN, N. Y. Geo. W. Crawbuck Telephone Connection Manager 3642-43 Main Moore, Henfz & Nash Wholesale Commission Florists 55 and 57 West 26th Street New York Telephone No. 756 MadUoa Square MILLAIMC BROS. WHOLESALE FLORISTS 41 West Twenty-Eighth Street •Phonss !!*• nadlson Sq NEW YORK JOHN I. RAYNOR Wholesale Commission Florist "^Akirdr^cnoll^s A full line of Choice Cut Flower Stock for all purposes. Comprises every variety grown for New York market, at current prices TEL. 1998 HADisoN SQUARE 49 West 28th St., New York City Walter F. Sheridan Wholesale Cotntnisfion Dealer in CHOICE CUT FLOWERS 39 West 28th Strait, Mew Yerk Telephone : 3532-3S33 Madison Squara HEADQUARTERS FOR NOVELTIES ORCHIDS A SPECIALTY THK HICHCST GRADE OF VALLEY ^'^"o WAYS ON HAND GARDENIAS, DAISIES, ROSES AND CARNATIONS JAMES McMANUS, 7J9'&42 W. 28th St., New York NEW YORK QUOTATIONS PERIOD. To Dealers Only ROSES AND CARNATIONS AmericaD Beauty, Fancy and Special •• " Extra No. 1 •* •* Lower Grades Bride, 'natd, Golden Gate. Fancy and Special. " *' Lower Grades. Klllarney, Fancy and Special * * Lower Grades Richmond, Fancy and Special * ' Lower Grades Chatenay riy Haryiaod Caroatloos, Fancy and Novelties... " Ordinary Last Half of Week First Half of Wssk ending No V 6 beginning Ho*. 8 1W!) 1909 ts.oo to 20.00 13.00 to >S.M 8.00 to 12. GO 8.00 to to.oa 4.00 to 6.00 4.00 to 6.5 MADI.VON .SOVARIC ENOUGH SAID CENTRALLY LOCATED, THE HUB OP THE FLOWER MARKET SECTION CHARLES MILLANG Wholesale Fiorist 55 & 57 W. 26 St., NEW YORK Telephone 7062 Madison THE KERVAN COMPANY Fresh Cut Evergreens, Mosses. Southern Smilax, Galax and Leucothoe. Preserved and Fresh Cut Cycas and Palmetto. l3W.28St„NewYorl(. Tel. jJ|J9|Mad.Sq. Durand & Marohn MANUFACTURERS OF All Kinds of Wire Work Florists' Wire Designs a Specialty 24BeaverSt., ALBANY, N.Y. WILLIAM H. KUEBLER Brooklyn's Foremost and Best WHOLESALE COMMISSION HOUSE A First CIa5s Market for all CUT FLOWERS 28 Willoufhby St., Brooklyn, N. Y. Tel. 4591 Main ROSE>IVS 48 W. 29lh Street, New York City Telephone No. 1757 Mad. Sq. FLORISTS' SUPPLIES GALAX, bronze and green, fresh crop, »1.00, 1000; $7.50, 10,000. LEDCOTHOB SPRAYS. 75c, 100. GREEN SHEHT MOSS, J2.00 large bag. REED (Sl KELLER 122 West 25tb St., New York Florists' Supplies We manufacture all our Ifltal Designs, Baskets, Wire Work ft NoTeltles and are dealers in BlaiBWire Deoorative Greens and Flarista* RequlsltM November 13. 3909 HORTICULTURE 680 BOXWOOD SPRAYS Clean, Choice Stock, No Heavy Wood. Every case guaranteed. We ship every- where. Let us quote you on your requirements, for shipment now or later. PiltsburgH Cut Flower Co., I^td. 222 Oliver A.ve., PITTSBURGH, PA. WHOLESALE FLORISTS 54 West 28th St. NEW YORK Telephone 3559 Madison Sq. Michigan cut flower EXCHANGE, Inc. WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS CoDslgnmeats Solicited Bardy Fancy Fern Our Specialty t8-40 BROADWAY. DETROIT. MICH. B. S. SLINN, JR. VIOLETS Selling Agent for the Largest and Best Qrowers in the Hudson Kiver District. 55 and 57 West 26th St.. New York City. Do not be deceived by fake Green Thread. Demand the MEYER 6REEN SiLKALINE and you will get full length and quality com- bined. For sale by all reliable houses. John C. Meyer & Co., ^Sweil. ?,"»«. KRICK'S FLORIST NOVELTIES Manufacturer and Patentee of the Pcr- (ect Adjustable Pot Handle or Hanger, Perfect Adjustable Plant Stands and the I Tiginal Genuine Immortelle Let- ters, etc. Every Letter Marked. 1164-66 Greene Av., Brooklyn, N.Y. For Sale by all Supply Houses Wired Toothpicks Manufactured by W. J. COWEE, BERLIN, N. Y. i^ tl.75; 50,000.... $7.50. Sampl. IrM, For sale by dealers PHILADELPHIA NOTES. The Roebllng conservatories at Tren- ton, N. J. are showing with pride a pure snow-white Dendrobium Phalae- nopsis — with an unpronounceable and unspellable terminal. At least, Mr. Goodier's assistant — the expert Mr. Keeling — was unable to satisfy either himself or the writer on the latter points. Mr. Keeling is from Bradford Forks. Another Lord & Burnliam house has heen ordered by the Robert Craig Co. for their Norwood place, to be deliv- ered within four weeks. Wm. Henry Maule has awarded the construction of their greenhouse at their Jersey testing grounds to the King Construction Co. Wm. Robertson has a lemon yellow sport from Cheltoni chrysanthemum which is considered b/ the experts to be very superior. A. L YOUNG & CO. RECEIVERS &. SHIP- PERS OF CUT FLOWERS. CONSIGNMENTS SOUCITED. WILLIAM F.KASTING GO. ^UlUUUBs WHOLESALE FLORISTS 383-387 Ellicott Street BUFFALO, - N. Y. SOUTHERN WILD SMILAX Now ready In limited quantity. f BOSTON \ 1 FLO WERSl V N. F. McCarthy & go., t % 84 Hawley St. g E. A. BEAVEN EVERGREEN, ALABAMA. \ BOSTON'S BEST # %^ HOUSE "M GROWERS FOR NEW YORK MARKET Are 'nvlted to call or write. I can dispose of your flowers for the coming season at top prices and guarantee prompt returns. Established 1887 ■ UM JK ■ ■ ^^| 106 W. 28th 51. ?er.^67'^M'!;dPsS'^%. J. K- ALLEN New York NEW YORK QUOTATIONS PER 100. To Dealers Only FlritH.lft<««k beglsnlsK Nov. 8 1909 MISCELLANEOUS Cattleyas UHw Lily of the V.lley Narcis. Paper White Chrysanthemums " Lower Grades Violets Qardenias Adlantum Smtiax Asparagus Plumosus, strings " ** & Spico. (too bciis)-.. Lsst Half of We.li ending Nov. 6 1909 25.00 3.00 to to 40.00 6.00 1.00 to 3.C0 8 00 to 10 3.00 15.00 2. CO to 6.00 .20 to .50 13. GO to 25. 00 8.00 to to .75 13.00 20.00 12.DQ to to 30.00 20.00 30.00 3.00 x.co 8.00 2.00 .30 12.00 • 50 8.00 30.00 X2.00 to to 4O..O i.m 3.00 13.00 to 6.O. to .75 to 35.00 to .75 to 30. < The thanks of HORTICULTURE and the writer are due to Francis Can- ning for reporting the P. H. S. fall show, on account of pressure of outside business this season. We hate to have anybody else do it, but we could not get a better substitute. James F. Mapes, of the Mapes Rustic Works, Clayton, N. J., has nearing completion his new factory t52 X 146 tt. — of corrugated galvanized iron — to replace the structure destroyed by fire last September. New machin- ery has been introduced, and those in the trade who need window boxes, rustic logs, or anything in the line of natural bark or branches will find this concern h-eadquarters. Their adver- tisement in another column of this issue is interesting reading. The S. S. Pennock-Meehan Co. wish us to explain that last week's prices on cattleyas, etc., were inserted through a misunderstanding. NEWS NOTES. St. Louis, Mo. — An involuntary pe- tition in bankruptcy has been filed against the Michel Plant & Bulb Co. Kalamazoo, Mich. — A buggy contain- ing L. P. Tliurston, general manager of the Michigan Nursery Company, and his daughter, was struck by an auto at a street crossing, both vehicles being wrecked and the occupants thrown into the street. Mr. Thurston v,'as severely cut and bruised but his daughter escaped injury. Thurston has retained attorneys and threatens suit for damages against the motor company. Galax ani Leucothoe j Quality, Packing and Price All Right i Wholesale Only. ] Send for Quotations. I J. L. BANNER. MONTEZtlMA. 690 HORTICULTURE November 13, 1909 Buyer's Directory and Ready Reference Guide Advertisements under, this head, one cent a word. Initials count as words. Display advertlBeni In tills lasne are also listed under this classification without charge. Refweuca to Ldat ol Advertisers will Indicate the respectlT* pages. Buyers failing to find what they want in this list will confer a favor by wn^ng us and we will try to put them In oommunication with reliable deatora. AOOOtmTANT R. J. Dyaart, 28 SUte St., Boaton. For page see LUt of AdrertlBera. AJDIANTUMS Godfrey Aacbmann. 1012 West Ontario St.. Philadelphia, Pa. For page aee List of Adrertli ARAUCARIAS A. Leathy & Co., Perkins St. Nanerlw, RosUndale, Uaaa. For page gee List of Advertlgerg. Oodirey Ascbmann, 1012 West Ontario St.. Phlladelpbla, Pa. For page aee Llgt of Advertlaers. " ASPARAGUS Elmer D. Smith & Co., Adrian, Mich. Asparagus Sprengerl and Tenulsslmus. For page see List of Advertisers. Aaparagas plnmosna from 2>4 Inch pota, $2.80 per 100; |22.50 per 1000. Cash with order, please. Floral Hill Gardens, G. F. Helpp, Prop., Chatham. N. J. ' _ Aspa ragus Sprengerl, strong, 21n.,'~2c; H. Klahr. Schoharie, N. Y. ,o«^'^ ,f ^gJ''''^"*' Sprengerl, 3-ln., $4.50 per 100. R. K. Stokeslie£r.v^_Leetonia. Ohio. Asparagus Sprengerl. 2i^-in. pots, strong plants $2 00 per lou. Virginia Nursery Co., Pnrcellville, Va. Asparagus Sprengerl— Gooa plants for 6 in. pots from bench to make room, ,$3.00 P^r 100- Cash. J. T. Eriekson, Swamp- Bcott, Mass. Asparagus Plumosus, and Spreugerl, 2W ioko""''',.?^™"^ plants, ready to ship, $2.50 per 100. O. B. Kenrick, Alexander Ave.. Belmont. Mass. AUCTION SAIiES Wm. Elliott & Sons, New York For page see List of Advertisers. AZALEAS Bobblnk & Atkins, Rutherford, N J For page see List of Advertisers.^ A. Leuthy, RosUndale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. BAMBOO OANES Tokohatna Nursery Co., 31 Barclay Street. New York. Bamboo Sticks, Colored Green. For page see List of Advertlsera. BAY TREES. Bobblnk & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J tor page see List of Advertisers. pyramid and Standards. Write for Hat. fnllua Roehrs. Rutherford. N. J. |_ BEDDING PLANTS A. Lenthy A Co., Perkins St. Nnrawiea, RosUndale, Maaa. For page see Llgt of Advertisers. O. Aachmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., Phlla- delpbla. Pa. Fw page see Llgt of Advertlsera. B. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., White Marsh, Maryland. For page see List of Advertisers. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. BEGONL&S . Godfrey Aachmann. 1012 West Ontario St.. Philadelphia, Pa. For page see Llat of Advertlsera. Rex Begonia, 2-In., strong, 3c. jT^^ Dann & Son. Westfleld, N. Y. BOILERS BOILERS. "Burnham" Boilers made fer S^eenhonse heating. Lord & Bnrnham, 1188 roadway. N. Y. Kroeschell Bros. Co., 466 Erie St.. Chicago. For page gee List of Advertisers. BOOKS Pronnnclatlon of Plant Names, sent for fO cents, postpaid, by HORTICULTOBB PDB. CO., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. Iris, Peony and Phlox Manuals, 25 cts. each In Stamps. C. S. Harrison, York, Nebraska. BOXIVOOS TREES New England Nurseries, Inc., Bedford, Mass. For paga aee Llat of Advertlaera. F. W. O. Schmltz, Prince Bay, N. Y. BUILDINa MATERIAL BUILDING MATERIAL of all descrip- tion for All Cypress, Semi-Iron. Iron Frame or Truss Houses. Hot Bed Sash and Frames. Lord & Burnham Co., 1138 Broad- way, N. Y. BTTLBS AND TUBERS Joaepb Breck & Sons, 47-54 N. Market St.. Boston. Dutch and French Bnlba. For page see Llgt of Advertisers. J. M. Tborbum & Co., 33 Barclay St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. A. T. itoddlngton, 342 W. 14th 8L, N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. BIckards Bros^ttlEast 19th St., New Terk. For page see List of Advertisers. H. F. MIchell Co., PhlladelpbT£ For page see Llat of Advertisers. T. J. Grey & Co., 32 and 83 So. Market St., Boston. Bermuda Lilies. For page see List of AdTertlitera. Yokohama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Ralph M. Ward & Co., 12 W. Broadway, New York. Lily Bulbs, Horseshoe Brand. For page see List of Advertlgers. Schlegel & Fottler Co., 26 & 27 S. Market St.. Boston. French and Dutch Bnlbs. For page see List of Advertisers. Berrydale Experiment Gardens, Holland, Mich. For page see List of Advertlse'-s. F. W. O. Schmltz. Prince Bay, N. Y. F. R. Plerson Co., Tarry town-on-Hudson, N. Y. Narcissi, Chinese Sacred Lilies, Hyacinths, Llllum Longlflorum. CARNATIONS- F. Dorner & Sons Co., I.afayette, Ind. Carnations for Immediate Delivery. For page see List of Advertisers. Chicago Carnation Co., Jollet, III. Sangamo and Conquest. For page see List of Advertisers. S. J. Renter sTSod, Westerly, B. i. Field Grown Carnations. For page see List of Advertisers. Chas. H. Green, Spencer. Mass. Carnations Field Grown. H. F. Llttleficld, Worcester, Mass. Field Grown Plants. For page see List of Advertisers. Baur & Smith, Indianapolis, Ind. Patten & Co., Tewksbury, Mass. Carnation Shasta. For page see List of Advertisers. 111. A. C. Brown, Springfield, Carnation Sangamo, For page see List of Advertisers. Chas. Knopf Floral Co., Richmond, Ind., and S. J. Renter & Son, Inc., Westerly, R. I. Carnation Admiration. For page see List of Advertisers. CARNATIONS — Continiied Wood Bros., Flshkill, N. Y. Field Grown. For page see List of Advertisers. C. S. Ford, West Park, I'hiladelphla, Pa. New Carnation Constant. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. New Carnation Dorothy Gordon. CARNATION STAPLE Plllsbury's Carnation Staple, 50o. rm 1000, poatpaid. I. L. PUlsbury, Galeabnrg, CHRISTMAS AND EASTER PLANTS William W. Edgar Co., Waverley, Mass. CHRYSANTHEMUMS C. H. Totty, MadlsoD. N. J. For page see List of Advertlaera. Wood Bros., Flshkill, N. Y. Chryganthemuma Rooted Cuttlnffi I. M. Rayner, Greenport, N. Y. Stock Plants. For page see List of Advertisers. B. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., Hardy Chrysanthemums. White Marsh. Md. Herrlngton's book on the Chrysanthe- mum mailed to yonr address for SOc., by Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 Bamllten Place, Boston. Golden Glow, Pacific Supreme. Polly Rose and Glory of Pacific. Stock plants, 25 as- sorted as wanted, $1.00. Chas. Frost, Ken- llworth, N. J. CONIFERS John Waterer & Sons, Ltd., Amerlcma Nursery, Bagsbot, Eng. For paga see List of Advertlsera. COSMOS — Early Flowering Headquarters seed. New England grown. The trade supplied, each variety separate. lOc. a package. H. N. Smith, South Sud- bury, Mass. CUT FLOWER BOZEsi Edwards Folding Box Co., Philadelphia. For page aee List of Advertlaera. Bangor Box Co., Bangor, Me. WE PAY THE FREIGHT On Cut Flower Boxes. On all orders for $15.00 or more received during October we will pay the freight east of the Mississippi All orders west of the river, we pay to the river. Samples of stock and prices on re- quest. Climax Manufacturing Co., Castor- land, N. Y. Dept. H. Folding cut flower boxes, the best Write for list. Holton & Hunkel Co., IfU- waukee. Wis. CYCLAMEN Thomas Roland, Nabant, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Cyclamen giganteum. mixed. 2-In., Sc H. Klahr, Schoharie. N. Y. DAHLIAS Peacock Dahlia Farms, Wllllamstown Jaae- tlon. N. J. For page aee List of Advertlsera. Herbert, Atco, N. J. For page see List of Advertlsera. Wllmore's Dahlia Manual will be mallet for twenty-flve cents by HORTICDLTDKS PUBLISHING COMPANY, U HamUtM Place, Boston. For List of Advertisers See Page 695 November 13, 1909 HORTICULTURE 691 DAISIES Queen Alexandra Daisies, rooted cuttings, »1.00 per 100. Shasta Daisy Alaska, large aeld clumps. 8c. O. C. Day, 27 High St.. Hudson, Mass. DECORATIVE PLANTS ▲. Leutby & Co.. Perkins St., NnrserlM, Kosllndale, Mass. Imported Plants for Fall DellTary. For page see List of Adrertlserg. Godfrey Ascbmann, 1013 W. Ontario St., Pblladelpbia, Pa. For page see List of AdvertlBere. Joseph Ueacock Co., Wyncote, Pa, For page see List of Advertisers. Robert Craig Co., Market and 48tb Sta., Pblladelpbia, Pa. For page see List of Advertlsera. Jobn Scott, Brooklyn, N. T. For page see List ot Advertlaara. Anton Schultbels, College Point, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. EVERGREENS New England Nurseries, Bedford, Haaa. For page see List of Advertisers. Bobbink & Atkins, Rutberford, N. J. For page see List of Advertlaera. F. W. O. Scbmltz. Prince Bay, N. Y. FEBITS A. Lentby & Co.. Rosllndale. Maaa. For page see List of Advertlsera. H. H. Barrows & Son, Wbltman, Nepbrolepls Magnlflca. For page see List of Advertlsera, Jobn Scott, Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertlsera. Frank OecbsUn, 4911 Qulncy Street, Chicago. Fema for DIahea. For page see List of Advertlaera. Tha F. R. Plerson Co., Tarrytown-en- Hudson, N. Y. Nepbrolepls Elegantlsslma Compacta. Also Nepbrolepls Superbissima. A. N. Pierson, Cromwell, Conn. For page see List of Advertlsera. Julius Roebrs Co., Rutherford, N. J. Parleyeuse. For page see List 6t Advertisers. Randolph & McClemeuts, Pittsburg, Pa. Boston Ferns. For page see List of Advertisers. Robert Craig Co., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Anderaon's ferns for In and ontdoora. Largest commercial collection In the cosn- try. Ask for descriptive catalogne. J. F. Anderson, Fern Specialist, Short Hllla. N. J. 200 Boston Ferns, to clear bench, at 15 cts. Stocky. Right for 5 and 6 in. pots. E. A. Chipman, Woonsocket, R. I. IXORISTS' letters! Boaton Florist Letter Co., 66 Pearl St., Boston, Mass. For r'age see List of AdTcrtlaen. W. C. Krick, 1164-66 Greene Ave., Brook- lyn, N. Y. Immortelle Lettem. For page see List of Advertisers. FLORISTS SUPPLIES M. F. McCarthy & Co., 84 Hawley St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. H. II. Robinson & Co., 15 Province St and 9 Chapman Place, Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Bead & Keller, 122 W. 25th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. H. Bayersdorfer & Co., 1129 Arch St. Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertlaera. Rosens, 48 West 29th St., New York City. For page see. List of Advertisers. Mapes Rustic Works. Clayton, N. J. Rustic Vines, Branches, Bark, Etc. FLOVirER POTS W. H. Ernest, 2Sth and M Sts., Washington, D. C. For page see List of Advertlaera. A. H. Hews & Co., Cambridge, Uasa. For page see List of Advertlsera. FLO'WER POTS — Continned Bllflnger Bros.. Ft. Edward, N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. The Peters & Reed Pottery Co., Red Pots, Seed Pans, etc. Zanesvllle, O. Syracnae Pottery Co., Syracnae, N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. FREESIAS Scblegel & Fottler, 26 & 27 So. Market Bt., Boston, Mass. For page aec List of Advertlaers. FRUIT TREES Dwarf Fruit Trees, by F. A. Waach, mailed to your address for 55 centa dj Hortlcniture Pnbllsbing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boaton. OALAZ Michigan Cat Flower Co., 88 and 40 Bioa< way, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertlaera. Rice Broa.. 115 N. eth St., MlnneapoUi^ Minn. For page see List of Advertlaera. J. L. Banner, Montezuma, N. C. Galax and Leucothoe. For page see List of Advertisers. GERANIUMS R. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. For page see List of Advertlaera. Geraniums, S. A. Nutt, Beauty Poltevlne, Madame Barney. Bucliner, from field, 5c. each; rooted cuttings. $9.00 per 1000; un- rooted, $5.00 per 1000. Carl Dornblrer, 6417 Carnegie Ave.. Cleveland, O. Geraniums, Nutt, $12.50 per 1000; Ricard, Poltevlne, $15. A. M. Herr. Lancaster, Pa. GLADIOLI Surplus stock of choice named gladioli. Also bulbs and bulblets from my private collection at bargain prices. L. Merton Gage, Orange, Mass. GLASS Boston Plate & Window Glass Co., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Standard Plate Glass Co., 26-30~SDdbnr7 St.. Boaton. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co.. Western Ave., betweea 25th & 26tb Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Sharp, Partridge & Co., 22d & Lumber Sts.. Chicago^ For page see List of Advertisers. Parahelsky Bros., Inc., 59 Montrose Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see Llat of Advertlaers. Metropolitan Material Co.,' I.pes, Bro.&Thomas Co 667 HoranE.C 688 Hunt A. E. &Co 667 Htuit Bros 667 Hut £. H 697 Jager, Oias. J. Co. . .697 KastingW. F. Co. ...689 Kervan Co 68S fCcMler P. F 683 King Cons. Co 699 Knopf Chas 667 Krick W. C 689 Kroeschell Bros. Co. .699 Kuebler Wm H 688 Lager &Hurrell 666 Langjahr. Alfred H. . . 688 Leesley Bros. 681 Latmard Seed Co .683 Leuthv A. & Co 681 LittlefieldH. F 667 Lord & Bumham Co. 7C0 McCarthy N. F.& Co.ieg MacMnBcin E. 684 Mapes Rustic Works. 685 Matthews, The Florist685 Page McConnell Alex 684 McCullough's J. M. Sons Co 686 McKellar Charles W. 686 McKeniu P. & Sons.. 684 McKlssick,W. E. & Bros 686 McManusJas 688 Metropolitan Material Co 699 Meyer J. C & Co 689 MichellH.F.Co 68/ Michigan Cut Flower Exchange 689 MUlang Bros 688 Millang Charles 688 Millang Frank 688 Miller E. S 679 Moninger J. C 699 Moore, Hentz & Nash 688 Morse C. C. & Co.... 683 Murray Samuel 684 New Eng. Nurseries. 668 Nlessen Leo. Co 686 Oechslin Frank 666 Ordonez Bros 666 Ouwerketk P 668 PalethorpeP. R. Co.. 697 Palmer W.J. & Son.. 684 Park Floral Co 684 Parshelsky Bros 699 Patten ^^ Co 667 Peacock DahliaFarms 681 Penoock-Meehan Co. 687 Perkln.i^St. Nurseries- 681 Peterson J . A 679 Pieroe, F. O. Co. 698 Pierson, A. N., Inc. .6^6 PiersonF.R. Co 666 Pierson U Bar Co. . . .700 Pittsburgh Cut Flower Co., Ltd 689 PoehlmanD Bros. Co.. 686 Pollwonh C. C. Co.. 685 Pratt B G. Co 697 Quaker City Mach. C0699 Randolph & McCl*m- ents 666 Rayner I. M 68t Raynor John 1 688 Reed& Keller 688 Reinberg Pe«er 686 Renter S. J.&Son,Inc.667 Rice Bros 686 Rickards Bros 683 Robinson H.M. &C0.686 Rock Wm. L Flo. Co. £84 Roehrs Julius Co. 666-667-681 Roland, Thomas .... 681 Rolker August & Sons698 Rosens 688 Sander & Son 666 Schlegel & Fottler C0.683 Schmidt J. C <8i Schuliheis A 681 Schulz Jacob 684 Scott, John 666 Sharp, Partridge & Co 699 Sheridan W. F 688 Siggers & Siggers. . . .699 Sim Wm 681 Skidclsky & Irwin.. ..666 Slinn B. S., Jr 689 Smith Elmer D. & C0.681 Smith W. &T. Co ...668 Smyth Wm. J 684 Standard Plate Glass Co 699 Steams A.T. Lumber Co 609 Stillman A. B 666 Stoothoff H. A 697 Stumpp & Walter Co. 697 Syracuse Pottery Co .698 Tallby 685 Talmadge Geo. E 676 ThorburnJ.M.&Co.<82 Totty Chas. H 677 Valentine, J . A 684 Vicks Jas. Sons 679 VincentR.Jr.&Sons, 667-681 Wallace Ed 667 Wants, For Sale, etc..f95 Ward R.M.&C0....678 Waterer John & Sons . 668 Welch Bros 686 Wilson 684 Wlnterson.E. F. Co.. 686 Wood Bros 667 Yokohama Nurseries. 68r Young A. L ••• .689 Young John 688 Young & Nugent 684 ZangenO. V 683 Zinn Julius A 685 Zvolaoek AC 683 Obituary* Lyman Arnold Budlong. On Nov. Sib, at his home on Foster ave., Chicago, there passed away a man who had done much to elevate the calling of the scientific market gar- dener. His was a lite crowned by suc- cess, not only financially, but because by his example one of the best call- ings has been dignified. Lyman A. Budloug met death at his beautiful home after but three days' illness and though eighty-two years of age was still active in the business he had established and which is now un- der the management of his son, Jas. J. Budlong. Born Dec. 22, 1829, Mr. Budlong spent his early years in his native town of Cranston, R. I., and received more than a common education for those times. After teaching for a few terms he came West where he located in that part of Chicago then known as Jefi'erson, which appealed to him and he has seen the prairies drained, cultivated, built up into residence dis- tricts and become a part of the city itself. Lyman A. Budlong was the founder of the pickle industry and from a modest beginning fifty-two years ago, teaching in winter to get a start, his vegetable gardens now cover 800 acres. The present firm, L. A. Budlong Co., was organized in 1900, with L. A. Bud- long, president; Joseph J. Budlong. his son, vice-president: and son-in-law, H. H. Chester, secretary. He leaves four children, Jos. J., Edw. L., and Mrs. A. L. Jones of Chicago, and Mrs. H. H. Chester of Wheaton, 111. His wife passed away five years ago. James S. Grant. I regret to announce the death of this talented gardener on September 10, at the Cape of Good Hope, at the age of 33. The deceased was at one time head gardener to the late Cecil Rhodes at Groot Schuur; but at the time of his death he was in the service of Mr. H. M. Arderne at The Hill, Claremont, Cape Colony. He was for- merly ='mployed in the orchid depart- ment of Messrs. Sander & Sons, St. Albans, England; from whence he emigrated to the Cape, taking servicf in the Municipal Gardens, Cape Tow-n. He was an expert cultivator of orchids, and his death is greatly regretted. F. M. IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIUD I WANTS, FOR SALE, ETC. | S Advertisements in this column one s S cent a word. Initials count as words. S S Cash w^ith order. AU correspondence S = addressed "care HORTICUL- = = TURE " should be sent to 1 1 Ham- 3 S ilton Place, Boston, S ffllllllllllllllllllllllllHIIIIIIIIHilllllllllllffl HELP WANTED Hlppolyte Millet. A famous Belgian horticulturist, died recently in the person of H. Mil- let, of Tirlemont. Sixty years have flown since M. H. Millet assumed a leading part in the organization of the Agricultural Committee of that town; and he organized horticultural lectures and took part in them for 60 years, encouraging a taste for arbori- culture, and for plants and fruit in general. Two months ago the deceased celebrated his 60th year of teaching, and his pupils and old students took that opportunity to present him with a testimonial of their affection and esteem. F. M. David Thomson. Our English contemporaries give considerable space to obituary notes HORTICULTURE needs a wide- awake representative In every town In the land. Good commission paid on advertising and subscriptions. If you are ambitious, write for terms. MISCELLANEOUS WANTS W.^NTED — Rose plants of any kind an* seedling perennials, cheap. Melrose Gar- den Co.. 90 Melrose St.. Providence, B. I. FOR SALE FOK SALE— Special 16 Jt 18 and 10 z M double thick glass In "A" and "B" qnall- ties. Buy now and save money. Writ* PARSHELSKY BROTHERS, INC., ■• Montrose Ave., Broofclyn. N. T. FOR SALE— At Southampton, L. I., H acre, 8-room house, hot bouse, 100 ft. long, and bam. All newly painted and In good condition. Easy terms. Inquire Padflc Faint Co., 27 Sixth Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. ~FOR SALE — Greenhouse property, with stock and all; 12.000 sq. ft. glass, 1 13-room house, 1 5-room house with all Improve-. ments; a nice big store front; good retail trade; established 15 years; acre of ground, with lot on main street. 7710 Lorain Ave., Cleveland. Ohio. TO LET TO LET — Part of large store with largo basement. Situated In the center of the wholesale florists' trade. Good opportunity for florists' supplies, green goods, Ferns, etc., or any business connected with the florist trade. Address Manhattan Flower Market, Wholesale Florists, 46 West 28tb St., New York City. SITUATIONS WANTED SITUATION WANTED— By g.irdener and florist; German, single man; life ex- perience in growing Carnations, Chrysan- themums, Christmas and Easter stock and bedding plants. Address R. S., care of W. Hening, Lock Bos 73, Watertown. Conn. of this eminent gardener who died on October 22 at Esk Bank, Scotland, at the age of 87 years. Mr. Thomson was the recipient of the highest hon- ors during his life that could be con- ferred upon a man horticulturally, in- teilectually and socially a giant among his fellows. His influence and the in- spiration of his life is indelibly writ- ten in the annals of British horti- culture and in the hearts of the gar- dening fraternity. Albert Relchspfarr. Albert Reichspfarr of Richmond, Ky., died November 1. Mr. Reichs- pfarr was up to about ten years ago employed by Nanz & Neuner, Lexing- ton, following which he went into business as a florist in Richmond. A. W. Stelncke. A. W. Stelncke, 64. a Woodmere florist for 3G vears, died of dropsy at his home, 2450 Fort St., W., Detroit, this morning. He was senior member of the firm of Steincke & Son. Mrs. William Falconer. Mrs. William Falconer, wife of the superintendent of Allegheny Ceme- tery, Pittsburgh, Pa., died on Novem- ber 2, following a stroke of paralysis. ■696 HORTICULTURE November 13, 1909 DURING RECESS. Pittsburgh Florists and Gardeners Go Visiting. About forty members met at the Shenley Park greenhouses on the morn- ing of Monday, November 1st, to look over the chrys- anthemum display. The party was conducted through the spacious con- servatories by Superin- tendent Burke and Mr. Jones, where many things of special merit were noted. The chrysanthe- mums were for the most part massed in solid blocks of color. Many of the standard as well as the newer varieties were represented by many very large flowers. Besides the large blooms, singles and pompons add to the attractiveness of the dis- play. Amongst these The Lisco. and Mrs. - Sligh are particular favorites, compartment is almost en- devoted to oddities, amongst which are some very curious flowers. Mr. .fones called our attention to one in particular, which he said was pre- Bented by Elmer D. Smith, called Reine du J.^pon. Not one in the party could tell which type it belong^^d to. From Shenley Park the party was conducted to the establishment of Randolph & Mct^lemeiits, where a sumptuous spread awaited them. Randolph & McClemcnts always do things right and this lepas' was no exception. Mr. Jones acted as toastmaster and called upon John Bader, who responded in his usual hu- morous, fatherly way, also on Israel Rosnosky, whose special forte is story- telling. After a hearty vote of thanks to Messrs. Randolph & McClements and their respective ladies, the greenhouses were inspected and were found to con- tain many examples of good culture: chief amongst which were the finest lot of crotons the \Yriter has ever seen. The chrysanthemums are particularly fine, also everything grown in this rnamniolh plant. After more refresh- meiil the party ended a piofitable and enjoyable day by visitingi the conser- vatories of H. C. Prick and H. J. Heinz. J H. Hub, John One tirely Patriot Florists Have an Outing. The Detroit Florist Club members have another pleasant visit to their ■credit this fall— this time to Mt. Clem- ens, over sixty participating. Every place called upon was found in pros- perous and altogether admiralile shape. At Robert Klagge's La Detroit rose was especially worth noting. At Breitmeyer's a little diversion was in- troduced by the presentation of a dia- mond pin to the retiring Club Presi- dent, AVm. E. Brown, Mr, Phil. Breit- meyer being the ofliciating spokesman. At Van BoesJager's the potting shed was transformed for the time being into a banquet hall. Cabbage, pump- kins, lettuce, cucumbers, carrots, onions, beets, etc., took the place of the conventional floral decorations in the ornamentation of the table. The rest of the symposium was fully up to the established ideals. Iris Pallida Dalmatica MASSACHUSETTS HORTICUL- TURAL SOCIETY. The Committee on Gatdens of the Massachusetts Horticultural Society announces its list of awards for es- tates and gardens visited during the present year. The change in tlie schedule of prizes, by which medals have been offered instead of money, has worked well and the number of entries .and visits mad0 has exceeded that of previous years. The prizes awarded are as follows: George E. Barnard, Ipswich, favor- ably reported for the second year of the Hunnewell Premium: Col. Harry E. Converse and Andrew G. Weelfs of Marion reported upon favorably for the first and second awards resneclive- ly in the first year's competition for the Hunnewell Premium. Special prize for estate of one to • three acres: 1st, F. W. Dahl, Roxbury. Garden of Spring Flowering Plants: 1st, Langwater Gardens, North Easton. Garden of Summer or Fall Flower- ing Plants: 1st, Miss B. M. Tower, Lexington; 2d, Geo. E. Barnard, Ips- wich. G.arden of Peonies: 1st, Mrs. James McKissock, V/est Newton. Garden of Irises: 1st, Henry A. Bel- clier, Randolph. 1st. Geo. E. Barnard, A. Belcher, Randolph. 1st, F. VV. Dahl, Rox- 1st, Geo. E. Bar- F. W. Dahl, Rox- Rock Garden Ipswich: 2d, H Fruit Garden: bury. Vegetable Garden nard, Ip.'iWich; 2d, bury. Bronze medals were awarded to Robert Cameron, Cambridge, for supe- rior cultivation of late flowering tu- lips: W. W. Rawson & Co. for sv/eet pea garden at Marblehead; Duncan Finlayson, Jamaica Plain, for fine con- dition of Weld Garden; Robert Rust, Pomfret, Conn., for fine condition of "Courtlands" estate: B. Hammond Tracy. Wenhani. for gladiolus culture; and C. \V. Parker, Marblehead, tor "Redgate" estate. Honorable mentions were awarded to Mrs. t\. R, Foote, Marblehead, for rose garden; and W. H. Swanton, Newton, for estate. WM. P. RICH, Secretary. EXHIBITION AT RED BANK, N. J. The Monmouth County Horticul- tural Society held its 12th annual show on November 3, in the Armory. It was in all respects an unprece- dented success. James Kennedy, Wm. Powlen. Wm. Turner, N. Butterbach, H, Kettel and George Hale were the ,!iiants in the chrysanthemum and dec- orative plant classes. In the cut (lower .'■lasses competition was very lively, Wm. Ttirner, Wm. Dowlen. Gforge Hale, N, Butterbach, Jas. Ken- nedy, Jas. Stevens and A. Bauer were Ijiize winners. The same 'exhibitors wtre generally successful in the rose, cii nation and violet competitions. The Totty cup was won by William I'urner with Leslie Morrison, Rose I'ockett, Mrs. O. H. Kahu, Merstham I'lush, Pockett's Crimson and C. H. Totty as the best six novelties of 1909. .Mr. Turner also won the Julius Roehrs prize for orchids and W. W. Kennedy & Sons received a certificate for dis- iday of commercial chrysanthemum plants. EXHIBITION AT LONG BRANCH, N. J. The Elberon Horticultural Society held its first annual exhibition on Oc- tober 27-28. The gardeners on the many fine estates in the neighbor- hood supported the show: by fine ex- amples of their cultural skill and in all re'spects the affair was creditable and gratifying. Among the prize win- ners in the various classes of chrys- anthemum plants and cut blooms were James Kennedy, Peter Murray, A. Bauer, W. R. Symons, Wm. Dowlen, W. W. Kennedy & Son. Peter Ewan, .lames Kennedy, Jas. Stevens and Au- gust Grieb. In th3 rose and carna- tion classes. Peter Murray, Wm. Tur- ner, Wm. Bryan. W. R. Seymour, A. I'auer and Peter Murray were con- spicuous. We have before us a list of over one hundred visitors to the Chicago show from all sections, representing twenty different states of the Union and some from outside, which lack of room pre- vents our publishing. ->rovember ]3, ]9n9 horticulture: 697 A BENEFICIAL INSECT. Commenting on a note which we re- printed from one of Prof. Surface's bulletins, a nurseyman writes us as follows. "We are as iiiuoli *up a tree' now as the doctor was wheu he seut the iuseet spoken of on page 52G, Oct. 9th issue. We would like to know our friends when we meet them and so would like a description of the Tbalessa Lady." We referred our correspondent's In- iiuiry to Prof. Surface, who has replied as follows: Replying to your favor of the 15th, I beg to say that it is only reasonable that your correspondent should desire to be familiar with the beneficial in- sects and know the Thalessa men- tioned in our Weekly Press Bulletin for September 21st, and kindly passed along by you on page 526 of your issue of October 9th. However. I would beg to call your attention to the tact that in that article, although condensed to the ultimate of condensation, I said, "The Thalessa has long antennae and a tail composed of three black hairs, like those of a horse's tail, each about three inches long. These form a long tubs which it inserts in the holes made in trees, etc." This certainly gives a de- scription of one of the characterizing features of the Thalessa, so that any- one would know the insect when he sees it. What other insect possibly is there having a "tail composed of three black hairs, like those of a horse's tail, each about three inches long!" This, tnen, is a distinct feature and other de- scriptions are not necessary. I could give a technical description which would be worse than useless, because it occupies space and print and be meaningless to almost all readers. I might add that the insect in ques- tion belongs to the great order of Hy- menoptera or that including the bees, ■wasps, ants, etc. This consequently means that it has four membraneous ■wings, furnished with but few cross veins; the hind wings smaller than the fore-wings, and the mouth parts with jaws which bite, and a tongue for suck- ing. It also means that it is an in- sect of complete itietamorphosis or, in other words, existing through four stages, viz., the egg, the larva or pupa, and the imago or adult This, how- ever, does not describe it any nearer than characterizing the great ento- mological order to which it belongs. I might further add that it belongs to the sub-order Terebrantia, which is marked by having two segments in- stead of one in the trochanters or basal part of the hind leg, and that the tip of the abdomen of the female is not furnished with a sting, but with this boring saw described as a long tail. This marks the sub-order. The family Ichneumonidae belongs to the group known as the Parasitic Hymen- optera, which includes most of our in- sects that are beneficial because para- sitic upon other insects. This family is marked by the abdomen being con- stricted at the piece inserted normally back of the thorax or middle part; having several crossing cells and also a stigma or dark spot in the forewings and a certain vein crossing between two certain veins and two certain wing veins consolidated from the base. . This now marks or characterizes the family Ichneumonidae. It is a large family, and to trace the description of the Thalessa to its genus would be- New Chicago Sprayer- This sprayer Is made of aluminum w ith two brass plates, one fine, one coarse. These are easily removed and quickly cleaned. Spraying !;ace 4y2 inches wide, nozzle 6^4 Indiea long; % Inch pipe connec- :ions. These sprayers will never wear out and are said by users to be the finest on the market Send to us for testimonials from growers using them. Price $2.50 Each £. H. Hunt, 76-7 & Wabash Ave., Chicago, 111. 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These pampa are widely known as DERIING SPRAYERS and are made In 23 styles for nse In small grardens or immense orchards. Write for oar 1909 catalog with SpraylnK Chart. Add 4 cents post- agre ana receive "Spraying for Profltc**a oaefnl guide book. - CHARLES J. JAGER CO. SS1-3S9 FrukUa 8t., B"■■ "an*) Suitable for all greenhouse pur- poses, steam, water, gas or oil, also for fences or posts. All sizes Prices low. Geo. B. Ooane & Son Co. ■18 Midway St., Boston Telephone, Main 4419 700 HOKTlCULTURt November 13, 1909 \iL.:^d^^' This Everlasting Pounding on our materials — our greenhouses, has but one thing in view — we want you to want our materials — our houses, and there's only one way to keep acquainted and that's to keep after you and after your order. We don't want one order only, but also the next one. We know we won't get the next one if the first is not all we say — that's why we build so good a house — the reason you are sure of pleasant dealing. Hitchings & Company Designing & Sales Offices General Offices & Factory 1 1 70 Broadway, N. Y. Elizabeth, N. J. Erected for F. R. Piertoo Co.. Scarborough. N. Y. Talk It Over With Us Fflrst Then get our opinions, other estimates on other greenhouse construction. We will take our chances on your seeing the superiority of both our advice and our houses. We believe you will not allow a few dollars difference to stand between what the other fellow wants to sell you and what our fifty years' experience in the business tells us you ought to have. We are willing to leave it to your common sense and keen business judgment. Irvington-on-Hudson, N. Y. Nevf York St James BIdg. Boston Treinont BIdz. Philadelphia Heed BIdg. Chicago The Kookery -■<^w> 1 "itiiKlfliilli"^-^-'-^^''-'-' d FOR ICE-FREE ROOFS If there is no eave plate for the ice to cling to — no gutter for it to hang to — then your house is ice-free. The Curved Eave U-Bar houie is the successful ice-free construction. It is also the lightest, strongest and most attractive. The ideal construction for private estates, parks, public institutions and florists' show rooms. PIER50N U-BAR CO.#V DESIGNERS and BUILDERS or^^ U-BAR GREENHOUSES Chetsanthemum Show at Garfield Park Conservatories, Chicago \10MCAPE (l4fiDGN£i Go/to//, Mass. ^i/bscr/ptfon, ^lOOj 702 HORTlCULTURf- Xnvember 20, 1909 ■■■MllllllllilllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllilliSliniMIMIIinillllllllllllllllllEiDllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllilllllllllHHH I Chrysanthemum Novelties i BEST IN THE WORLD AS USUAL E The splendid showing of my last year's varieties at all the Eastern shows, proves = S how the standard is maintained. As the American Agent of W. We'ls & Co. of S E Merstham, England, I have arrang d for simultaneous distribution of their = S novelty list of 1910 so that the American cultivator for the first time in history = S can obtam the Wells Pockett novelties at the same t me as the British grower. That E E list will include Mrs. David Syme, the gold medal winner and other splendid kinds = S not yet named. The 1909 list comprises some grand varieties for the exhibition E S grower. R. F. Felton the deepest shade of yellow, Well's Late Pink a grand S S thing in the style of Brighthurst, Mrs. H. Stevens, Gladys Blackburn, W. Mease, E S W. Hotston, and other splendid varieties. S 5 In American Raised Seedlings I will offer Mrs. A. R. Peacock, Mrs. W. Arnold, E E whites. Mrs. W. Wincott, pink, all certificated by the C. S. A. and a yellow sport E s of the well-known Ivory. E 5 If Your Name is not on My Mailing List, Write Me. E I CHARLES H. TOTTY, Madison, N. J. | ■^llllllllllllllillllllillllillllllllllllllilllllilliKlllllllllllllllllllllllillllillllllllllSllllllilllllillllllllllllllllilllllllllllllllllillJIIIII^J Lily of the Valley Clumps EXTRA STRONG 6 to I 2 pips. For immediate delivery. $10.00 per 100 90.00 per 1000 Skidelsky ®> Irwin Co., 1215 Betz Bldg.. PHILA.. PA. JOHN WATERER & SON, Ltd. American Nursery Bagshot, England Are Specialists In the REALLY HARDY VARIETIES of Rhododendron Hybrids and in Select Varieties of Hardy Border Plants ROBERT CRAIG CO. ROSES, PALMS, and iroyeltles In Decorative Plants MARKET and 49th STREETS., PHIUDELPHIA, PA. American Grown Roses Fruit and Ornamental Trees, Shrubs, Small Fruits, Clematis, Evergreens. Write for Trade List. W. & T. SMITH CO. Geneva. N. Y. I EESLEY BROS. Ornamental Trees, Shrubs and Hardy Plants Wholesale Catalogue Free Upon Application N. 40th and Peterson A»e., CHICAGO, ILL, j TiieDlngee&COnardCO.MfOVe PANSY PLANTS From my well-known strain, none bet- ter; also DAISIES (bellis) and FOR- GET-ME-NOT, fine plants, $2.00 per 1000. LETTUCE GRAND RAPIDS, BIG BOSTON, $1.00 per 1000. I. C. SCHMIDT, BRISTOL, PA. A SPECIALTY Box Trees .od other EVERGREENS for Tubs --<^ Boies Our PrIOM are Always Rlgbt — CaUlog Free THE NEW ENGLAND NURSERIES, Inc. RUiHERFORD, N. J. EVERGREENS HOLLAND NURSERIES Best Hardy Rhodoclendron*, Azaleas, Conifers, Clematis, H. P. Roses, Shrubs, and Herba- ceous Plants. . U U W CRKtRR., p 0. No, 1 . Hoboken, N. J. November 20, 1909 HORTICULTURt- 703 GERANIUMS Our Standard List contains 42 Double and Semi-Double Varieties, representing the very cream of the World, is the fiaest collection ever oflFered to the American trade, in good 2 in. stock at $2.00 per 100 ; $18.50 per 1000; in lots of not less than 1000 and not less than 100 of a kind, except in the following Special Offer. We will send 1000 in 20 distinct varieties, our selection, for $18.50. We have been sending out these collections for a number of years and are willing to stake our reputation on them. We have a large stock of Lantanas, Fuchsias, Lemon Verbenas, Alyssum, Coleus, Double Lobelia, etc., $2.00 per 100, and are not in much danger of being sold out. R. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., white marsh, md. CARNATIONS Field Grown Plants Per 100 Per looo Pres. S«elye, isi size $5.00 $40.00 White L«wson, ist size 5 00 40.00 Pink Lawson, 2d size 4.00 MISCELLANEOUS Per loo 5tevia Compacta, field grown, $6.00 Asparagus Plumosa, from 3% in. pots ^,00 ■' 3 " ■• 6 00 Send for Catalogue of Roses, own root and grafted, and other miscellaneous stock WOOD BROTHERS FISHKILL, N.Y. PEONIES Send for our list. The very choicest Coniiiier«<\l Varieties. FIELD CARNATIONS Pure White Enchantress Afterglow, Winona, Winsor, splendid plants, $6 per 100, $50 per 1000 THE E. G. HILL CO., RIchRiond, Indiana. FIELD CROWN CARNATION PLANTS Winsor and Winona, extra fine, $5.00 per 100. H. F. LITTLEFIELD, Worcester Mast. CARNATIONS F. DORNER & SONS CO. LaFayette, Ind. I«OOTrEI> CUTTIIVle generally and also by the florists themselves. We noticed, a few days ago, in the "If the blind windbW of a prominent flower store lead the blind" i^ a certain city a spray of the tiny blossoms of the pompon "Baby" chrysanthemum in a little vase and, alongside of it, a specimen bloom of one of the largest market varieties — the former labelled "The chrysanthemum of our grandmothers" and the latter marked "The chrysan- them^um of today." The florist who displayed them would have the public believe that the difference be- tween the two represented the line of development siiice our grandmothers' days and he probably believed it himself, in ignorance that the one represents fully as modem a development as the other and comes from a distinct ancestry. The term "our grandmothers' days" in somewhat indefinite. Some of us have grand- mothers still alive and healthy ; others have to ■ trace back many years to find when tlieir gi-andmother lived. But, at least, it is a fact that about fifty years ago they were having chrysanthemum shows in London where blooms grown four or five to a plant were shown, from foiir to six inches in diameter, and many new sorts were being constantly raised and imported to Great Britain and to America. We know of one writer who, in des- cribing some of the chrysanthemum novelties of 1863, remarked that "very little if any improvement has been made in the past ten years." Our florist friend should revise his clironology. Another instance of willingness An assumption to distort history in order to ex- without foundation dte sensational comparisons may be seen in the window of a florist who is displapng an absurd composition of jwmpon November 20, 1909 HORTICULTURE 707 chrysanthemums packed tightly in a conical bunch, the different colors arranged in riogs alternately with car- nations and inscribed "The style of 1870." Our mem- ory goes back beyond 1870 and we recall something of the kind built of "everlastings" and "princess pine" by the country people, and exposed on the Christmas stands at the market and that is as near as our friend comes to facts as to the 1870 style of floral work. The truth is that there were in Boston and elsewhere in 1870 floral artists — and a few of them are still alive — who have few rivals in the whole line of present-day florists; who could take a pile of Bonsilene, Safrano, Malmaison or Marcchal Niel roses, with heliotrope, jasmine or sim- ilar material and choice ferns and in a few minutes tie them into bouquets of such lightness, symmetry and grace as would make the eyes of their successors of the present day stick out in wonder. And the people who bought flowers in 1870 knew a good thing when they saw it as well as do those of 1909. It is incontrovert- ibly true that in attaining the beautiful floral effects which are at the disposal of the public today the grower has done the lion's share. Beyond making use of the abundance of improved material which the producer has provided for him we do not see that the average floral artist of the present time shows any particular advancement over his predecessor. We admit that they are very often brilliant business men, shrewd buyers and clever traders but we should like to see some of the young men in the retail trade get out and rub up against one another in friendly emulation and rivalry at the flower shows; study artistic effect in form and color combinations and contrasts; educate themselves in art as is being done by those engaged in professions artis- tically far below that of the florist. The barouche load of floral monstrosities so often seen in the van of a funeral procession sufficiently shows what the florist business of today is unfortunately compelled to answer for. Allamanda Williamsii Editor HOBTICULTDBE. This useful Allamanda mentioned in Mr. Stewart's interesting article in your last issue was raised by Samuel Sarple, head gardener at Dallam Tower in Westmoreland,' England. I have several times seen the original plant and believe it is still in existence. A. Williamsii is not a hybrid but a seedling from A. Hendersonii. Mr. Sarple's stock was acquired by the one-time well-known Upper HoUoway firm of B. S. Williams & Son and introduced as stated by Mr. Stewart in 1891. North Easton, Mass. €b^ Epidendrum decipiens ■'i i^. The subject of the illustration is a handsome Epiden- drum from Columbia, the flowers of which resemble the well-known Epidendrum radicans. The sepals and petals are orange scarlet and the lip bright orange, beau- tifully marked with carmine. The plant was described by Lindley as long ago as 1853, but is still rarely seen in cultivation. It is alto- gether a better plant than E. radicans, the flowers being of a better color and the whole plant of a more com- pact and neater habit. It grows about three feet tall including the flowers, never roots along the stem like E. radicans and is a rery free grower and bloomer. It propagates itself quite freely from the nodes along the flowerstems if these are left on long enough. The plant from wkich the photograph was taken was collected by Mr. Carillo of the firm of Carillo & Baldwin and is now in the collection of Mrs. B. B. Tuttle ai Naugatuck, Conn. _ Naugaiuck, Conn. Next week the Thanksgiving Turkey has the right of way on our regular publication day. We go to press Wednesday, remember, and all communications — adver- tisements or reading matter — must consequently reach us one day earlier than the usual limit, for appearance in next week's paper. 708 HORTICULTURi: November 20, 1909 THE EXHIBITIONS DOBBS FERRY SHOW. The 9th annual chrysanthemum ex- hibition of the Dobbs Ferry, N. Y. Horticultural Association, was held in the Village Hall, Dobbs Ferry, on Nov. 5 and 6. Tlie number ot ex- hibits and the general quality of the exhibition excelled any of this so- ciety's previous shows. Because of lack of accommodation, the society limits competition to the villages ot Hastings, Dobbs Ferry and Irvington. This may appear nai-row, but anyone attending these exhibitions would readily see that this provision is necessary, as every available cor- ner of the building was packed. This society is very much to be commended on its large heartedness and public spirit. The gardeners work hard and compete freely in a spirit ot friendly rivalry, for comparatively small prizes which are donated by the . various trades people and residents. The hall is given gratuitously by the village authorities for the occasion and the gate receipts are turned over wholly to the Dobbs Ferry Hospital. On the last evening of the show, the flowers and vegetables are all sold, first by private sales and then what is left at 10 o'clock, is disposed of by auction. Considerably over $200 was realized by this m.eans. The individual blooms were not as large as those seen at a number of other exhibitions, but the competition was keener, and many close decisions had to be given by the judges. From the standpoint of groups and tables of plants, the showing was much more creditable than at most other places. On the second day the table decora- tions and centrepieces were a very at- tractive feature. Considerable exciteiment prevailed over the gold medal offered by Lord & Burnham Co., for the best 12 bloom* of chrysanthemums in 4 varieties, 3 of each. The lots were very evenly matched, but John Brunger, gardener to Mr. I. N. Seligman, won out with a nice even lot of fresh flowers. For the Thorburn prize for best collection of vegetables, the tussle finally sim- mered down between Robt. Boreham and Jos. Dunbar, Mr. Boreham win- ning out. The judges were Jas. Stu- art and Thos. Aitchinson of Mamar- oneck, and Jos. Mooney, Hastings. We should like to publish the complete list of awards but lacii the room. As a summary we might say that in the list of first prizes Thomas Lee's name appears once, Henry Kastlierg five times. Robert Boreham twice, John Brunger four times. John Gof£ six times, Wm. Ilutchings twice, D. MacRae once. W. Ilowe three times, H. Kelling six times, M. Fl.inigan once, C. Wilson once, H. Heath three tiiAes, John Holgerson, Thos. Johnstone, J. Thomas, J. Bradley and P. Bradley, once each. PASADENA FLOWER SHOW. The second annual flower show of the Pasadena Gardeners' Association was far and away ahead of that of last year in every respect. Among the flor- ists exhibiting were Howard & Smith, who put up a handsome booth. One of the most interesting exhibits was the botanical display of P. D. Barnhart, containing 10? varieties of tropical (lowers, shrubs and fruits from nearly every country on the face of the globe, duly classified and labeled to at- tract the attention of visitors. CHRYSANTHEMUM SHOW AT GARFIELD PARK, CHICAGO. (See Cover Illustration.) A two weeks' chrj-santhemum show is on at the Garfield Park conserva- tories and .Manager J. Sells and his assistants are kept busy till 10 p. m. each day showing visitors about and answering their questions. Mr. Sells, who has spent 35 years in the West Side Park System, say^, they would like to see these special fall exhibi- tions more generally patronized by the public. 6,000 chrysanthemums are in bloom now, comprising fully 100 vari- eties. These exhibits, one at this time, one at the holidays and one at Easter are a source of much pleasure and educa- tion to the public. In addition to the clu-}-sauthemums, the house of econ- omic plants just now shows lemons in fruit, olive trees, Japan plums in bloom and many other interesting trees. The big domed palm house ha,s also two large ba.nana trees in fniit. The orchid house is showing a good variety of these fantastic blooms. Mr. Sells is to be congratulated on his success this year, particularly con- sidering the unfavorable conditions under which he has labored. The new roof to the large dome is completed and the other work has been tem- porarily patched up to wait until spring. The repairs on the conserva- tories will cost in the neighborhood of $75,000. MILWAUKEE FLOWER SHOW. From Nov. 11 to 14 the Milwaukee Florists' Club gave their first large flower show in the auditoriuoi. The effect was that of a summer garden and winding walks, bordered with sod and multitudes of flowers produced an effect that pleased and fascinated the thousands of spectators. The long galleries around the arena were fes- tooned with wild smilax and from the ceiling were hung huge baskets in which were placed electric lamps. A novelty was a forest of oaks, maples, etc., which were placed in front of the stage making a good contrast for the vases of cut flowers arranged in fron of the boxes. The usual eccentricities in the way ot green roses, grafted chrysanthemum plants, etc., and a coi- ton plant in bloom, attracted a won- dering crowd. The opening night, de- spite a rain storm, was largely at- tended. During the four days musical programs were rendered each after- noon and evening by the First Regi- ment band of Chicago. Special features were an exhibit by Milwaukee Park Board and a model back-yard by the Milwaukee Florist.s' Club. This club has tor president C. Dallwig, vice-president G. Rusch, sec- retary E. Oestreicher, treasurer J. G. Heitman and with their various com- mittees have made a great success of their flower show. Special premiums were offered by Kroeschell Bros., A. Deitsch Co , J. Moninger Co., Poehl- raann Bros. Oo. and Peter Reinberg of Chicago, Morehead Mfg. Co., Detroit, and others, in addition to those offered by the Milwaukee firms. SHOW AT ALBANY, N. Y. The first annual flower show given under the auspices of the Albany Flor- ists' Club and the Hospital Corps, Sec- ond Battalion, Tenth Regiment, open- ing at the State Armor^', Albany, N. y., Thursday afternoon, November 11, and continuing until Sunday evening, was a grand success. The immense drill room was transformed into a garden of beauty. The Second Bat- talion Band rendered many selections at the evening sessions. Large bay trees and palms from the executive mansion conservatory were attractively arranged on either side of a bower of evergreens which covered the entrance. Many decorated booths placed on each side of the hall by a number of the florists of the city, added much attractiveness. Groups of palms covered the center on either side of which were numerous tables of flow ers and flowering plants. Trained chrysanthemum plants from Thos. K. Talbot, gardener for Mrs. Dean Sage; fruit display by W. E. Drislane Co.; chrysanthemum blooms from Ed. Jenkins and \. J. Loveless, Lenox, Mass., were among the notaible exhibits. F. A. Danker took first prize on a beautiful display of orchids, on brides' bouquet, decorated mantel and table decoration. Fred Goldring was first on large vase of 50 chiTsanthemums and on 12 pots of grand Easter lilies. Louis Menand was first with a fine col- lection of evergreens in pots. Henkes Bros, also had a splendid group of boxwoods, etc. The Rosery won first for bridesmaids' bouquet, second for mantel decoration and for table decor- ation and ri:'st for basket of chrysan- themums. The mantel decoration by W. E. King was also very handsomely arranged. 'The .show was under the di- rection of F. A Danker, chairman; E. F. Meany, secretary; and Louis Men- and, Sr., treasurer. WORCESTER COUNTY (MASS.) EXHIBITION. The exhibition on November 10-11 inst. was an excellent one. Of the lo- cal florists, there were represented H. F. A. Lange, E. W. Breed of Clinton, L. C. Midgley, H. F, Littlefield and C. D. Mackie. There were large dis- plays of chrysanthemums, roses, car- nations and palms. Among the gar- deners Messrs. Wm. .McAllister and G. De Boer of Whitinsville and Mr. Rus- sell of Upton were creditably repre- sented. NOTES. The annual flower show at R. F. Gloede's conservatories, Evanston, 111., last week, attracted thousands of vis- itors. Detroit, Mich. — Breitmeyer's floral establishment held their annual exhi- bition of chrysanthemums and other flowers Nov. 11, 12 and 13. The Georgia-Caiolina Fair at Au- .srusta, Ga. had a very creditable horti- cultural department in which P. J. Berckmans Company. Boatwright Flo- ral Co. and Balk's Nursery were repre- sented by interesting displays. November 20, 1909 HORTICULTURE 709 ST. LOUIS HORTICULTURAL SO- CIETY. Last week's show at the Coliseum was the best effort of this society since its organization. Exhibits were fine and attendance bttter than usual. The Park and Water Works Departments helped to fill the hall with fine dis- plays. A large Japanese pagoda by F. C. Weber attracted much attention. Ostertag's fisherman specialty, de- scribed in another column, was also very effective. P. H. Weber bad a beautiful table of orchids surrounded by fine decorative plants. Other im- port.aiU displays were by Sanders' Nursery, Theo. Miller, C. Young & Sons Co., Koenig Floral Co. and Elli- son Floral Co. During the week Chas. Knopf staged his new carnation Ad- miration, A. C. Brown staged Sangamo and his new seedling Clara Mae. J. A. Peterson showed plants of his new begonia Glory of Cincinnati. F. R. Pierson sent his new Nephrolepis and H. A. Dreer Acanthus montanus. Spe- cial mention should be made of J. F. Ammann's Ivory and John Steidle's White Killarney. Names of first prize winners includ- ed Wm. Schray & Sons Co., J. A. Peterson, Koenig Floral'Co., Vaughan's Seed Store, C. Young & Sons, E. G. Hill Co.. W. J. & M. S. Vesey, H. J. Weber & Sons Nursery, Chicago Car- nation Co., J. F. Ammann, Poeblmann Bros. Co., John Steidle, Tlieo. Miller, Sanders' Nurseries, F. H. Lemon and A. C. Brown. F. R. Pierson Co. were awarded a bron/e medal for Nephrole- pis superbissima. Peter Reinberg won the Hess & Culbertson loving cup for too Am. Beauties, W. J. & M. S. Vesey the Mermod, Jaccard & King cup for 100 chrysanthemums with variety Robinson. The Shaw gold medal was not awarded. The prize for seedling caniations not yet dis- seminated went to Chicago Carnation Co.'s Conquest and Sangamo. The best 2.5 white carnations was Miss Sara Hill by W. J. & M. S. Vesey, the best 25 pink, May day by J. F. Ammann, and the best 25 red, O. P. Bassett, by Ammann. On Wednesday night the society tendered a banquet to the visiting florists and the ladies were entertained by a theatre party by the St. Louis ladies. On Thursday the St. Louis Florist Club entertained the visitors at their meeting and at lunch at the New Knickerbocker Cafe, after which all were taken to the flower show in a big touring car. The show was in charge of Otto G. Koenig and Fred Meinbardt and they did their work well. The judges were I. C. Bertermann of Indianapolis, J. T. Temple of Davenport, la., and R. F. Tesson. There was a large num- ber of visitors. THE ST. LOUIS SHOW AS A LADY SAW IT. Mr. Editor:— We have just returned from the St. Louis Flower show, and thinking that you might like to know something about it from a visitor's point of view, I am taking the liberty of sending you these rambling com- ments, hoping that they may prove of interest to you, and to the readers of HORTICULTURE. We arrived early Tuesday morning, and going almost di- rectly to the Coliseum, found it even then in festive array, the flag decora- tions of the recent horse show having been left up, and they added quite con- siderably to the gala appearance of the auditorium, which is very fine indeed for exhibition and show purposes, and the light is excellent; indeed, you arc hardly aware that there is a roof over- head, as it does not seem to exclude a single ray of light. The floor of the auditorium w3s laid out in a handsome geometric design, the several figures lieiug out!ini?d with sod, and the space within covered with tanbark, forming a very pretty back- ground for tiie groups of plants ai\d vases of flowers. The central figure was a huge cir- cular basin encircled with a border of crotons, Pandanus Veitchii, ferns, etc., and a fine fountain in the center, the exhibit of the Water Works depart- ment. The Park department contributed two large groups of foliage plants, and the Missouri Botanical Garden a group of "Bible Plants," and, speak- ing of this group, while making a call on Mr. Gurney, at Tower Grove, the dear old gentleman gave us a very interesting account of how he gathered this collection of plants, which took something like sixteen years to com- plete, and told of their wonderful sig- nificance, giving one instance, that of the almond tree, the "flower of hasten- ing," and proving by chapter and verse that wherever mentioned in the Bible, the idea of "haste" was connected with the reference to the Almond. The display of roses was very fine, at least, they looked good to me; there were some very fine white and pink Killarneys, sent by Poehlmann Bros. Peter Reinberg won a beauti- ful silver cup for the best 100 Beauties and W. J. & M. S. Vesey the silver cup offered for the' best 100 chrysan- themums. Among the exhibitors from outside St. Louis I noticed the following: E. G. Hill Co., Fred. H. Lemon Co., and The Chas. Knopf Co., of Richmond. Ind.; W. J. & M. S. Vesey, Ft. Wayne; J. A. Peterson, Cincinnati; Chicago Carnation Co.. Joliet, 111.; H. A. Dreer, Phila., Pa.; Peter Reinberg and Poehl- mann Bros., Chicago, 111.; J. F. Am- mann, Edwardsville, 111.; and A. C. Brown, of Springfield, 111., who has on exhibition one new carnation, "San- gamo"; also, D. S. Brown, of Kirk- wood, Mo., has a table of cut orchids, cattleyas, cypripediums, etc. There were several booths showing table and mantel decorations, which were after the same old stereotyped style, a mass of flowers, suggesting nothing, but, just simply a mass of flowers. Why do our good people per- sist in making a "hodge-podge" of what might, and ought to be, a beauti- ful picture? The Schisler-Corneli Seed Co. and the St. Louis Seed Co. each had a booth tastefully decorated with autumn leaves and greenery, and fine displays of seeds, bulbs, etc. F. C. Weber showed a very pretty Jap- anese booth of bamboo, decorated with Japanese lanterns and foliage plants, and this booth was to have been used on Wednesday afternoon, for the serv- ing of tea, at which the Japanese ladies accompanying the visiting Com- mission, were to have assisted, but un- fortunately, the Baroness was taken ill on the car and had to be taken back to her hotel, and of course her ladies could not leave her. The most unique of all the booths was gotten up as a fisherman's tent, of poles covered with autumn branches and decorated -with all sorts of "finny" things, nets and rods, dried specimens of fish, and a big hornet's nest. There were eight covers laid, and the place cards were paper plates, each having a colored caricature of some member of the St. Francis Hunting & Fishing Club of St. Louis. In the center of the table was a deep pool, a fountain, and live fis'n and frogs sporting in the water; ferns, bulrushes, lycopodiums and other green, and tiny electric lights, making a very pretty and attractive scene. The chairs were .rustic, and each had a fisherman's duck coat hang- ing over the back; a clever idea cleverly carried out and refiecting much credit on the exhibitors, the Os- tertag Bros. Another novel feature was a fruit and flower design, entitled "Fall," the work of Theodore Miller, which received one of the special prizes, and it was a most artistic piece both in conception and execution. On a tall easel was a large, broad placque of dull bronze-yellow plush, and in the center a large cluster of ap- ples, pears and California grapes, some of the latter trailing down one side of the easel, which latter was decorated with two fine sprays of yel- low chrysanthemums, ferns and autumn leaves, tied with pale bronzy- yellow ribbon: it was a most har- monious combination of color and a "picture" at the same time. It brought to mind the beautiful and artistic ar- rangements of flowers that I saw in Hamburg and other European cities some two years ago, and which I wish might become popular here. In addi- tion to the flowers, there was a fine display of fruits, apples, peaches, etc., which looked most tempting, especial- ly when that "all gone" feeling had me in its grip. Among the visitors, I noticed Pres. Valentine, who stopped for a day on his way home from Chicago; also. W. N. Rudd, S. S. Skidelsky, Geo. Asmus, W. W. Coles, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. May- nard. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. A. Kuhl, Mr. Karens, and T. Mellstrom, of St. Al- bans, Eng. Mr. Jo. Hill, who staged the exhibits for the E. G. Hill Co. and the Fred. H. Lemon Co., was accom- panied by his wife and Mr. and Mrs. Gaar, Mrs. Hill's father and mother; Judge and Mrs. Vesey and Miss Mar- garet Vesey were also among the ex- hibitors, and received as usual, a fair share of the honors. The St. Louis ladies of the L. S. A. F. entertained with a matinee party on Wednesday afternoon, and in the even- ing, Mrs. Fred. Meinhardt gave a very pretty dinner at the Missouri Athletic Club for the visiting ladies. At the same time and place, the St. Louis Florists' Club entertained with a "stag" dinner for the visiting florists, and on Thursday afternoon there was a meeting of the Club, and a "smoker." The weather was ideal until Thurs- day evening, when there was a regu- lar "down-pour" of rain, which caused a very considerable falling-off in the attendance. A very pleasant feature was the serving of light refreshments in the interests of several charities, the Neighborhood House, the Home of the Friendless, and others, and there were concerts both afternoons and evenings, all of which served to make it seem more like a pleasant social 710 HORTICULTURIL November 20, 1909 gathering than just a mere "show." We left for home on Friday morning, so I do not know anything about the financial success of the show, and can only hope that it will be all that could be desired. H. C. P. RHODE ISLAND HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. The annual chrysanthemum show of I his Society was held at Providence, November 2 and 3. The attendance was unusually good. One of the fea- tures of the exhibition was a display of .fapanese evergreen planting and miniature fancy bedding by William Appleton. It attracted much attention. John A. Macrae was one of the larg- est exhibitors. Warwick Greenhouses, Farquhar Macrae and others were also represented. HYMN OF THANKSGIVING. (The Cavalier.) We th.ink Thee that the sun and rains Have brought the hanest to our flekls. That we have guerdon for our pains, With health and hope that plenty yields. We thank Thee for the touch of love That ha.s upheld us on our road; Has pointed to far heights above. And led to paths before untrod. And. while we thank Thee for the past. With bended knee and h.vmn of praise. Grant differing hand clasp hand at last. That peace, not discord, crown our days. AN IPSWICH GARDEN, The cut at the head of this article represents the flower garden on the beautiful estate of George E. Barnard, of Ipswich, Mass. The site was for- merly useless marsh and worthless old jiasture, filled with brush. An eleva- tion of about forty-five feet, finely wooded ■with oaks, maples, chestnut, spruce and pines, forms a beautiful feature of the landscape, fronted by a pond-like sheet of water formed by a bend in the Ipswich river. Sloping to water's edge is a fine piece of lawn adorned with numerous flower beds. This flower garden at the time of filling in was well drained and covered over with loam and a few years' work brought it to a high state of culUva- ficm. The walk shown in the picture is three hundred feet long, with sev- eral cross walks. The walks are edged with yellow Snap-dragons and White Peonies, and on the left is a lily pond and rockery planted with rhododen- drons, azaleas, lilies and other suitable plants. The balance of the estate, green- houses, rose garden, etc., is In keeping with the flower garden. The owner and Mr. Critchly, the gardener, have well demonstrated what can be ac- complished by patience, skill and money well spent. The Garden Com- mittee of the Massachusetts Horticul- tural Society recently visited the es- tate and were much impressed with Ita beauty. NEWS OF THE CLUBS AND SOCIETIES GARDENERS' AND FLORISTS- CLUB OF BOSTON. The November meeting of this or- ganization at Horticultural Hall was attended by a goodly number, includ- ing quite a few ladies, and all were well repaid in the very interesting ad- dress made by Miss Hetzer who had been announced as the lecturer of the evening. Miss Hetzer's subject was a recent European tour, via the Mediter- ranean, Italy, Germany, France, Great Britain and Ireland, and her notes by the way, horticulturally and otherwise, were pertinent and sprightly. Nature's exuberance and man's enforced econo- mies in land and material throughout portions of Europe, the grandeur of the German forests, Alpine scenery and flora, the gardening of Versailles, the floral riches of Hampton Court, the scarcity of insects but abundance of mildew and the luxuriant foliage char- acteristic of English summer scenery were all entertainingly portrayed and the lecturer was rewarded with a ris- ing vote of thanks. Miss Hetzer is at the School of Horticulture at Groton, Mass. On the exhibition stage there were a number of interesting displays. Backer & Co., showed two seedling carnations — a vase of each— one a very hand- some white, known as 96 C, and the other named Red Prince, brilliant scar- let. H. P. Woods showed a sport from Timothy Eaton chrysanthemum, soft- ly flushed with pale pink and of much more pleasing form than the parent, carrying fewer petals. W. N. Craig had several of his pretty seedling sin- gle chrysanthemums. Wm. Thatcher showed a plant of Adiantum polyphyl- lum — a lovely species. H. Eichholz of Waynesboro, Pa., sent flowers of a pink sport from carnation Enchantress which he has named Washington; nothing alarming. There were several other vases of carnations and roses from local members. Various routine reports and other matters were duly disposed of. An in- vitation to visit George E. Buxton and August Gaedeke at their respective es- tablishments in Nashua, N. H., on December 11 was gleefully accepted. In accordance with request of Chair- F R. Pierson a committee consisting of Messrs. P. Welch, D. Finlayson and Thos Roland was appointed to repre- sent the Club at a preliminary session to be held in Boston in connection with the S. A. F. Flower Show pro- ject. January 27 has been selected as the date for the annual banquet of the club. The life membership amendment was defeated. It was announced that Mr. E. U. Wilson would give a stereopticoa lecture on plant collecting and the flora of Western China at the Decem- ber meeting. Officers were nominated as follows: President Wm. Downs, J. W. Duncan; vice-president, W. J. Kennedy, Peter Miller; treasurer, Ed. Hatch; secre- tary, W. N. Craig; executive commit- tee, W. E. Fischer, J. Heurlein, Ralph Curtis, C. J. Harvey, Thos. Pegler, H. A. Stevens, J. P. A. Guerineau, C. E. Holbrow, H. E. Fiske, G. W. Butter- worth, Peter Fisher. AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. Miami Floral Co., Dayton, O., regis- ters new carnation Miami Queen (Mrs. Lawson x G. H. Crane). Color cerise pink, size 3 to 4 Indies. Habit com- pact, no surplus grass. Strong healthy grower. Blooms early and continues all the season. Calyx strong and does not burst. A. F. J. BAUR. Sec. HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY OF NEW YORK. The regular monthly meeting of this society took place in the Academy Room at the .American Museum of Nat- ural Histflry on Wednesday, November 10th, 1909, at 4 p. m. In the absence of the president, Mr. Wood, Patrick O'Mara acted as chairman during the business portion of the meeting, Mr. Scuthwick capably filling the chair when Mr. O'Mara was called away by a business engagement. Seven new members were elected to the society, this making a total of twenty-one new members since the opening meeting in October. The society desires all in- terested in horticulture, whether pro- fessionals or amateurs, to help the cause along by uniting themselves with the society. The annual dues are only $5.00, and if we can increase the membership sufficiently a great deal can be accomplished for horticulture here. The exhibition just closed was a pro- nounced success. This opened on the evening of the 3rd with a private view to members of the society, the Mu- seum, and affiliated organizations, and was open free to the public on Thurs- day, Friday and Saturday from 9 a. m. until 10 p. m On Sunday it was open from 1 to a. Over 30,000 people visited the exhibition, over 11,000 of these on Sunday afternoon. It is desired next fall to give an exhibition larger than the oije just closed, and to carry this tliiough successfully it is necessary to increase considerably the membership of the society. The society has at its disposal in the American Museum of Natural History unexcelled facilities for holding exhibitions of the largest November 20, 1909 HORTICULTURE ni order, and only an InsuflRciently large membership holds back the society. Let all those interested put their shoulder to the wheel and see what can be accomplished. At the conclusion of the business meeting an interesting paper was read by W. H. Waite, one of the most suc- cessful growers of the chrysanthemum. Considerable discussion followed and many points of interest were brought out. Reoixjnding to questions, Mr. Waite described the method employed in creating the large bush plants which he had shown at the late exhibition. Answering other inquiries, he went into detail describing soil? necessary for growing the chrysanthenmm, and other features of successful culture. The flowers used by Mr. Waite in illus- trating the chrysanthemum types were passed around for examination, creat- ing much interest, and a hearty vote of thanks was extended to him for his admirable paper. Thanks were also extended to Mr. Souihwick for a dis- play of chrysanthemums made by him. The secretary exhibited a series of photographs of the exhibition. These were of groups and individual plants, all prize winners. FLORISTS' AND GARDENERS' CLUB OF R. I. Robert Johnston was the unanimous choice for president of the Florists' and Gardeners' Club of Rhode Island at the annual meeting of the organiza- tion. The other officers elected 'were: Vice-president. E. A. Appletou; secre- tary. William E. Chappell; treasurer, William Hill; executive committee — Jaraes Huckey, Cornelius Hartstra and Karry Clark; librarian, James Dillon. The meeting was called to order at S o'clock, with forme" President James Hockey in the chair. After the reports of the various oflicers had been made adjournment was taken for refresh- ments. The rest of the evening was given over (.o a discussion of the best way to arouse more enthusiasm in the club and of acting more in conjunction ■with the Rhode Island Horticultural Society. Nearly all of the members took an active part in the debate, but no really satisfactory solution of the problems was reached. It was vottd to hold the annual sup- per of the club on Monday evening, Jan. 17, IfilO. A committee consisting of E. \. Appleton, Alexander Macrae and Harry Clark, was appointed to make arrangements. NASSAU COUNTY HORTICUL- TURAL SOCIETY. The regular monthly meeting of this society was held in Glencove, Nov. 12th. The treasurer, E. J. Brown, read a very satisfactorj' report in con- nection with the exhibition held Oct. 28 and 29. Vice-President J. Elmslie presented President Everett, with two silver cups won at the fall show. One, presented by Mrs. Smithers, has to be ■won three times. The other, present- ed by Mrs. H. L. Pratt, was won out- right. President Everett, before re- suming the chair, showed his apprecia- tion in a neat little speecli. Recording seeretao' Gant was presented with the Troy cup. This cup has to be won three times before competition for it closes. As usual there was a miniature show at this meeting. In the points com- HYDRANGEA Hortensis Otaksa Splendid field grown stock, suit- able for six inch pots, 3 to 4 leads, in prime condition to force for Easter. $3.50 per dozen $25.00 per 100 HENRY A. DREER 714 Chestnut Street PHILADELPHIA, PA LOOKi LOOKI LOOK! A Chance of Your Lifetime. Never to Return. HYACINTHS, single in separate colors, per TULIPS, single and double in separate colors 1000, $12. CO. per 1000, $4 00 HYACINTHS, to name, Gertrude. Ciganthea, o''!,"^'/,',: $6.00 per looo Moreno, Robert Sleiger, Roi des Beiges, Baron *;="?. •^''"^' '°°° vanThuyll, pink and white. Grandeur a Mer- Cardinals Hat 5.00 • veille, Madame Van der Hoop, La Grandesse, \ Uuchejs de Parma 5.00 L' Innocence. Paix de L' Europe, Grand : Rose blanche 4.00 Maitre, Czar Peter, King of the Blues, Lord ! Yellow Prince 5.00 Derby, Queen of the Blues, Regulus. All La Laodeur 8.00 Hyacinths are true to name and of fine qual- CROCUS, striped, white and purple, $1.50 per ity, per 1000, $22 ■:<>. 1000 A fine stock of BOXWOOD, in all sizes and shapes, specimen EVERGREENS Pot grown DEUTZIA LEMOINEI, and LILACS, now ready for delivery. F. W. O. SCHMITZ, Prince Bay, N. Y. petition Mr. Wilson was awarded 95 for Lorraine begonias, V. Cleres 84 1-3 for chr>'santhemu!ms, Paul Reul S3 1-3 for c-hrysanthemums, H. Gant 77 1-3. W. H. MACKENZIE, Cor. Sec. was practicable to do. The Bulletin for 1909 will be mailed during Christ- mas week. BENJAMIN HAILMOND, Sec. Fishkill-on-Hudson, N. Y. AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY. At a meeting of the Executive Com- mittee held in New York city in the American Museum of Natui-al History, the preparations for the next spring's exhibition was the topic for considera- tion and the date according to the book calls for the fourth Wednesday in Lent, which comes this year so early that various parties who were Snteresited in exhibiting raised the question, "Why do you have it so early, we cannot be sure of a crop," so upon deliberation the date was fixed for the Wednesday. IG, Thurs- day, 17, and FYidav, 18, of March, ISIO. This exhibition is to be held under the auspices of the New York Horti- cultural Society. This Society is one of the best supported in the East, and we look foi-ward to having many of the large private estates take an in- terest in the show. The place of ex- hibition being a public hall of the very highe.st class, the admission is free and a large attendance is properly expect- ed of all classes of city people. The matter of securing a list of handsome prizes is being looked after and the society asks the support of every one interested, not only in roses, but floriculture in general. The sec- ond edition of the schedule is issued and has been mailed to the members of the society and others as far as it CHRYSANTHEMUM SOCIETY OF AMERICA. Work of Committees. Philadelphia.— No. 227-1, Jap. Ref. deep yellow shaded bronze. Exhibited by Elmer D. Smith & Co., Adrian, Mich. 87 points, commercial; 85 points exhibition scale. Certificate. — Seedling, Jap. Inc., light pink. Ex- hibited by Heck Bros., Wyoniissing, Pa. 86 points, commercial; 85 points, exhibition. Certificate. New York. — Seedling, Jap. Inc., pink. Exhibited by Heck Bros., Wyomissing, Pa. 85 points. Certificate. Cincinnati, O. — Arlee, Single. Terra cotta, 3 to 4 inches. Exhibited by El- mer D. Smith & Co. S7 points. Cer- tificate. — Red Light, Single. Scarlet ma- roon, Elmer D. Smith & Co. 77 points. — Clorinda, Pompon. Bronze. Elmer D. Smith & Co. 89 points. Certifi- CHAS. W. JOHNSON, Secretary. The following officers were elected at the fortieth annual meeting of the Southwestern Iowa Horticultural So- ciety: President, S. W. Snyder, Cen- ter Point; vice-president, C. E. Deuel, Washington; secretary, Wesley Green, Davenport; treasurer, F. O. Harring- ton, AVilliamsburg. ri2 HOKTICULTURi: November 20, 1909 TO UNITE THE RETAIL FLORIST TRADE. A paper read at a special meeting held in Chicago, Nov. 8, by J. A. Valentine, President S. A. F. We are here in response to a call Issued by me as president of the S. A. F. to see whether some plan can be devised whereby that society can render such definite and valuable service to the retailer as will make Its membership necessary and attrac- tive to him. Prior to the last annual convention of the society, I was impressed with the fact that while there were nearly 1,000 florists enrolled, this number in- cluded very few retailers who were not also owners of greenhouses. The men who were exclusively retailers had not, as a class, found member- ship in our society attractive to them. I therefore recommended to the so- ciety, that, instead of carrying on its worlv as heretofore, in one large assembly room, the work should be divided into sections which should hold their sessions in different rooms and that a section should be organ- ized and devoted to the interests of the retailer. This recommendation met with the unanimous approval of the convention, and it was ordered that a plan should be prepared and submitted to the directors of the so- ciety at their next meeting. That meeting will be held in Rrocbester, N. Y., in mid-Lent which will bring it early in March. In order that the suggestion sub- mitted might be complete and satis- factory to the retailers, it seemed wise to have them get together, so that their needs could be formulated and It would be certain in advance that the plans adopted would meet with the ap- proval of the people it was desired to interest. To determine whether I was right in thinking that the retailers would be glad to join a movement of this sort, I wrote nearly 100 letters to such store men as I knew or had pre- viously had dealings with. I made no attempt to make the list complete or exclusive. It was simply to see what response would come from a fairly representative list. The letter sent out stated the action taken at the summer convention of the S. A. F. with regard to the proposed retailers section. It asked for endorsement and the privilege of quoting the recipient as favoring it in a general way. The letter further asked for suggestions. The response was so prompt and so general as to leave no doubt that the movement would have cordial support. I have had but one unfavorable reply. Probably there is not a retailer pres- ent today who has not. at some time, been worried as to how he could properly effect a delivery at some dis- tant point. Most of us have had some unpleasant experience resulting from selecting a name haphazard from the Florists' Directory. Such a man may have gone out of business. He may have a place largely devoted to vege- tables and treat the flower business as an insignificant side issue, or he may be one of those cautious people afraid to hand out the flowers unless he can take in the coin at tlie same time. Then there comes the matter of discounts. Some say 15 per cent, should be allowed — others say 20 per RAMBLER ROSE LADY DUNCAN. The aocomipanylng picture is repro- duced from a painting of this beauti- ful rose which is now being offered for the first time by the Eastern Nurser- ies. As a garden ornament or an Kaster forcing plant, it will take rank with any and all of its predecessors. The flowers are very large and beauti- fully colored. The foliage is rich and heav.v, denoting the influence of the rugosa blood. cent, and I find that still others say 25 per cent. Some florists will remit as soon as they get a bill; the ma- jority take 30 days and some settle when they have no other pressing need of the money. The detailed directions for delivery often make it necessary to send long and expensive telegrams. The florist in a small town may glad- ly fill an order for a dollar's worth of carnations and think himself prop- erly paid at 50 cents per dozen while the man on Fifth avenue will feel that the expense of a long delivery would make an order for ?1 a nuisance, and that high rents compelled him to charge three times as much per dozen as the village florist. We will have accomplished a great deal if we can form an organization that shall include one or more repre- sentatives in every city of the country who can be depended on to properly fill orders from any other member at a rate of discount fixed in advance. We must devise some plan where the prompt payment for such orders is made certain. We must have a tele- graph code that is practical, concise and comprehensive. The members should be kept as fully posted as prac- ticable concerning the prices prevail- ing in different localities. 1 think we will find no serious difficulty except in the two points which may be said to involve the character of the mem- bers, viz.: Will the recipients of an order fill it properly and will the sender pay for the goods? Of these two questions, the former is the more difficult of solution, but I believe it will be solved. Any mem- ber should see that his self-interest demands the proper filling of orders intrusted to him by another florist. We must not allow the adoption of any rule that would compel members to send their orders to any given florist. This would be fatal. Each member must feel that the securing of orders is assisted by membership in the organization, but that the reten- tion of patronage depends upon the quality of the service rendered. An offender may not attend the annual conventions, but he may be sure others will do so, and that they will exchange notes and get a line on how orders are being filled by different people. If service were bad enough, it might well be the occasion for ex- pulsion, but it would not need to be very bad before the majority of mem- bers would know about it. We should encourage our customers to make in- quiries from their friends and to re- port on all deliveries, but, in con- sidering such reports, we should bear in mind the disposition of some peo- ple to complain in season and out of season. The matter of credits is difficult at first sight; but seems certain of solu- tion. In the first place, make mem- bership cost enough so that it will be too valuable to lose for a trifling bill. In the next place, make the annual dues enough so that the organ- ization ran afford to exercise close supervision in the matter of accounts. I have given considerable thought to this particular feature and am in- clined to think that the following plan is practical and equitable. In addi- tion to a fixed membership fee, let the member or members from each city pay into the treasury a sum based on the population of their city. If there is only one member from the city, he should pay it all; if a second member comes in from that city he should pay one-half of the population fee which should then be refunded to the first member — and so on — no matter how many come in from that one city. The total population fee in the treasury from that city should remain constant, and each member from that city should have paid an equal amount. Let the money so paid be invested and the interest from such investment be combined with the membership fees to form a guarantee fund. Should any member fail or refuse to pay a bill due to any other member for a speci- fied time, say GO days, let this bill be November 20, 1909 HORTICULTURE 713 XXXX HOLLY $5.00 PER CASE Laurel Wreaths, $2.50 per dozen and up. Laurel Festooning, 6 cents a yard. Boxwood Wreaths, S6.00 to $18.00 per dozen. Bush Laurel, 500. Princess Pine Festooning, $6.00 per 100 yards, made all round. Leucothoe Sprays, $7 50 per io,ooo; $1,00 per 1000. Dagger and Fancy Ferns, $1.25 per 1000. New Crop Qalax, Bronze, ?i.5o per 1000. Green, Ji.oo per 1000. CUT BOXWOOD SPRAYS $16.00 PER 100 POUNDS A Full Line of Florists' Supplies. All Kinds of Insecticides. Seasonable Cut Flowers Chrysanthemums and Carnations, in all Standard Varieties. Roses— Beauties, Richmonds jriarylands. The Two Killarneys, Brides and Bridesmaids, Lilies, Orchids, Gardenias, j^Lily of the Valley, Violets, Adiantum, Asparagus. Henry M. Robinson Co., Boston, Mass. 15 Province Street and 9 Chapman Place. Telephones— Main 2617-2618. Fort Hill 25290. ALL ORDERS FILLED PROMPTLY, PROPERLY AND TO YOUR SATISFACTION. presented to the proper committee and. If it is found correct, paid from the gaurantee fund, thus consuming the membership fee of the delinquent member and severing his connection with the association. In case the account is a disputed one it should be provided that the debtor may pay to the arbitration committee the amount claimed and await its decision as to what amount is justly due; in such a case his mem- bership would not be affected. It should be provided that the guarantee of the association would not hold good except when the non-payment of ac- counts was promptly reported. Other- wise a florist might be badly delin- quent in a number of places at the same time and the association know nothing about it until some creditor became alarmed and then the hills would pour in from all directions. The secretary of the retail section should be the secretary of the S. A. F. and the membership fee and dues of the section should include the fees and dues of the parent society, so that members would only have to make payments to one person and con- fusion would thus be avoided. The membership fee of the section should also include the price of the tele- graph code book of the association. By buying in quantity, the cost of the code book could be very materially reduced. While the matter of deliveries seems the most vital single question to be taken up there are countless •questions which could be handled ai the annual conventions and which would make the sessions interesting and profitable. Everyone of us should be interested in the best ways of at- tending to the details of the business. What method do you use in keep- ing track of credits and guarding against dead beats? At times of rush how do you handle your orders and how do you prevent confusion in handling cards to go with orders? V/hat do you pay your clerks? What methods have you found effective to awaken their interest and insure thuir loyalty? Do you know where I can find a good man for my store? Do you believe it pays a retail florist to advertise and what methods are the most effective? I will venture to say that there are few of you who have not had these questions asked of you. Get together every summer, gentlemen, and discuss them. They will not be settled. Such questions are always alive and un- answered, but it will be a dull man who will not derive some benefit from talking such things over with other men in his line of work. If tailors and milliners can meet and co-operate in turning the attention of the public toward certain materials and certain styles, why may not the florist make his influence felt in support of his ideas of the beautiful and the artistic? ELBERON HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. This society held a meeting on Nov. 15th. The new officers took their places for the ioming year: Peter Mur- ray, president; Wm. Seymour, vice- president, Reginald Corey, secretary; Peter Ewen, treasurer; Alex. Fleming, recording secretary. Anthony Bauer made a report on the chrysanthemum show held in Long Branch. He said it had been a great success from every standpoint, especially from a financial point. The competition for points for the year ended at the last meeting, Peter Ewen, first, gets the Rickards Bros", cup; Wm. Seymour the Society cup; Frank Logan, the Seawarty cup and James Kennedy the Ewen medal. For summer exhibits for members hav- ing no greenhouses, A. Grieb got the first prize. ALEX. FLEMING, Rec. Sec. The recent show in Lenox, Mass., is reported to have been very success- ful financially. WANTED Every FLORIST AND Every GARDENER in every town of every state in the Union ti- use Aphine Make it your "BUY" WORD SEND FOR DESCRIPTIVE CIRCULAR George E. Talmadge Madison, N, J. 714 HORTICULTURE November 2(i. 1909 Bobbink & Atkins Nurserymen and Florists Rutherford, - N.J. BOXWOOD AND EVERGREENS Boxwood, Pyramid: Zhitt. ...$1.00 each 4^4 ft. .$3.50 eacli 8 ft. ... 2.00 each 5 ft. . 4.00 each B%ft. ... 2.50 each 5H-6 ft. . 5.00 each 4 ft. . . . 3.00 each 6 ft. . 6.00 each Boxwooo, Bush: 12-15 Inches 25 each 15-16 inches 35 each 18-24 inches 50 each 24 inches 75 to Sl.OO each Larger sizes. $1.50, $2.00 & $2.50 each We have a iarge quantity and fine as- sortment of small EVERGREENS for Window Boxes and Vases: 10-12 Inches $20.00 per 100 12-15 inches 25.00 per 100 15-18 Inches 35.00 per 100 KENTIAS AND BAY TREES Our stocli is larger and finer than ever. We can fill orders for all sizes. A Visit to our Nursery will convince you we have the quality that gives sat- isfaction. AZALEAS. Have arrived in splendid condition. We have aii the most important varie- ties and sizes. Anybody in want of a quantity will do well to Inspect our plants before placing their order. Schryveriana Niobe Paul Weber Prof. Wolters Raphael Simon Mardner Vervaeneana Louis de Kerchove Mme. Van der Deutsche Perle Cruyssen John Llewellyn Dr. Moore Mme. Jos. Ver- Mme. Cam. Van vaene Langehove Memoire de L'Van Paul de Schryver Houtte Slglsmund Rucker and others. Dia. Dia. in. Doz. 100 in. Doz. 100 8-10, $3.50 $25 15-16, $9.00 $75 10-12, 4.50 35 16-18, 12.00 90 12-14, 6.00 45 18-20, 25.00 • 200 14-15, 7.50 60 20-24, 36.00 300 Order early to save heavy express charges; Impossible to ship Ijy freight in cold weather. We still have a few thousand AZALEAS to oHcT at import prices in the best commercial varieties; also Bay and Box Trees, Euonymus, Eurya Latifolia, Araucarla, Asparagus, Crotons, Arecas, Cocos. Kentias, Latanias, Phcenix, Rub- bers, Pandanus and Small Ferns for Dishes in best sorts at lowest wholesale prices. Wholesale Price List on Application. A. LEUTHY & CO. PERKINS ST. NURSERIES ROSLINDALE, BOSTON, MASS. OUR SPECIALTIES Arancarias, Palms, Azaleas and Blooming Plants for Christmas and Easter GODFREY ASCUMANN, Importer, Grower and Wholeeale Dealer in Arau- carla Ezceisa, Robusta Compacta and Excelsa Gianca; Kentia Forsterlana and Belmoreana; Sago Palms, Areca Latea- cena, Cocos Weddeliiana. HEADaTJARTERS FOR FERNS ■Qch as WhitmanI, Boston, Amerpohii, Bcottil, Todeaoides. Begonia Gloire de Lorraine, 6 Inch, by the thousand. Primula Chinese, etc., cheap for cash. Send for prices. 1012 West Ontario Street PHILADELPHIA, PA. Stamford Telephone 1 130 Stamford. New York Telephone 7254 Mad. FERNWOOD NURSERY STAMFORD, - CONN. New York Office, 50 W. 30th Street Having been unable to supply all the Boxwood asked for, from our first consignment, we beg to announce that we have re- ceived an additional 120 cases of first class Boxwood from 12 inches to 8 feet, and are now ready for shipment. Also have now ready for Thanksgiving, Begonia Gloire de Lorraine, Cyclamen and a large assortment of Boston and Scotti Ferns, Dracaena Massangeana, Araucarias and Palms, all of which are the very best. Our Prices Are Reasonable. Come and see them and be convinced. ^yi0yt/yy^fyt0yyyyyyyytiytli0yt/yyt0tntn0tM*Mwyyvt0yy*/tn/tiytiyt0yyt0. PEACOCK'S PEERLESS DAHLIAS PI PI Pi DOOT^ J^ck Rose, Fringed 20tli Century, riCL^U r^KJKJ I O, Rose Pink Century, Virginia Haule, Big Chief, $3.50 per doz., $25.00 per 100. Best cut flower sorts, $1.00 per doz., $5.00 per 100. PEACOCK DAHLIA FARMS, 7r'^c"ii^rN^"T!f RUTHERFORD N. J. ROEHRS. Lorraine Begonias A. N. PIERSON, inc., Cromwell, Conn. FULL LINE OF PALMS AND FERNS Sonit for OataloguG Canadense, Super- bum, Single and Double Tigers, named Elegans, LILIES Tenuifolium, Wallace!, etc. German and Japan Iris, Delphinium For- mosuni. Gladoli, Callas. Cinnamon Vines, Aladeira Vines, Hyaolnthus Cooperias, Alilla and Bessera. Write for prices. E.S.MILLER "l'^'n"?" CYCLAMEN Best Strain in Cultivation. 4. ID. pots. .$25,00 per 10; I 6 in. pots- -$75 00 per io« 510 pots.. 50.00 " I 7 in. pots..ico.oo '* THOMAS ROLAND, NAHANT, MASS. IMPORTANT Flowering, Foliage and Decorative Plants for immediate delivery. Also fine list of Christmas and Easter Plants Also others. Write for our descriptive catalogue. Sent free. A. SGHULTHEIS 316 Nineteenth St., College Polllt, N.Y. iA^^ PLANTS '^^^AMBOO STAKES November 20, 1909 HORTlCULTURi: 715 Ready for Immediate Shipment Lilium Giganteum, 6 to 8 in. (400 " " 7 to 9 in. (300 " 8 to 10 In. (250 " lO to 11 in. (ISO Lilium IMultiflorum, 6 to 8 in. (400 " " 7 to 9 In. (300 " " 9 to 11 in. (180 per case; .$50 per 1000. 75 " 100 " ISO " as 50 " lOO " The above prices are f.o.b. N.Y. for selected quality, and all Horseshoe Brand bulbs. Advice from the Japan office states that the above Multiflorum are absolutely free from any disease but that there is only about 30% single crowns. This, however, should not be a disadvantage to the grower who forces them for cut flowers. If you wish bulbs for Cold Storage purposes or for delivery during 1910 from here, they should be ordered at once. Write us. RALPH M. WARD (Si, CO. 12 West Broadway, New York. Seitaro Aral, Yokohama. Japan A few Horseshoe Brand Cases of Paper White Grandiflora size 14 cm. up left at $10.00 per case of 1000 bulbs, in good condition. Not how cheap But how good J FRENCH BULB PROSPECTS. Japan writes that large sizes will be very scarce next year and that the prices have already advanced consider- ably. We learn that the south of France was visited by a very severe wind and hail storm, v.-hich ruined many hya- cinths and will cause considerable loss to many gi-owers. The loss to horti- cultural farmers is estimated at about two million francs. The storm came just after the growers had planted their hyacinths. There is every pros- pect that French bulbs will be higher next j'ear. Ghent writes that azalea prices will advance slightly and that the supply of certain varieties extensively used here will be limited. NEWS NOTES. Grand Rapids, Mich. — The Grand Rapids Vegetable Growers' Associa- tion, the new organization represent- ing firms including the Grand Rapids Greenhouse Co. and others, has taken possession of its central depot in the Crittenden building on S. Market street. W. A. Keeling of the Roebling con- servatories at Trenton, N. J., writes us that the varietal name of that pure white Dendrobium Phalaenopsis with the "unpronounceable and unspellable terminal" as referred to by our Phila- delphia correspondent last week, is "ITololeucium." While on the subject ■we might go further and correct the typographical error as to Mr. Keeling's native place, which should read Brad- ford, York, (Eng.) and not Bradford ^■Porks." COLD FRAME MATS Burlap $1-25 Water Proof Duck 2.00 Straw Mats 1.75 $14.00 doz. 22.00 " 20.00 " W. ELLIOTT ca SONS. 42 Vesey Street . . . NE'W YORK Our Annual Special will be issued DECEMBER I I The Best and Most Far Reaching Advertising iVledium of the Year. Has Highest Purchasing Power Behind It. A Businoss Pronosition Pure and Simple- PALMS, FERNS AND DECORATIVE PLANTS JOHN SCOTT Rutland Road and E. 45th St. Tel. 2890 Bedford BROOKLYN , N . Y. Given Away If Taken Away- At Once To clear our benches for work, we will literally give away 50,000 stock mums at $2.00 per 100; $15 00 per icoo; 10 of a kind in 100 lots allowed, 25 of a kind in I coo lots allowed. List — GOLDEN GLOW, OCTOBER FROST, ROSERIE, BERGMAN N, POLtY ROSE, PACIFIC SUPREME, 'WHITE CLOUD, MONROVIA, ALICE ROOSE. VELT, ALICE BYRON, TOUSET. EN. GUEHARD, EATON, WHITE BON- NAFFON, APPLETON, WINTER CHEER, BAILEY, W^HITE DEAN, NONIN, GOLDEN WEDDING, CLAY FRICK, INTENSITY, BLACK HAWK, and many others — all the staple and ne^ver onee* SPECIAL: — GOLDEN EAGLE, beat new yellow, and LYNNWOOD HALL, best late white, S3. 00 per 100. ■I. M. Rayner GREENPORT, N. Y. In ordering goods please add "I saw It In HORTICUTURE. 716 HORTICULTURE November 20, 190» f CHRISTMAS SPECIALTIES All Guaranteed for Quality as in Past Seasons. HOLLY Single case, J5.00. Two cases, J9.00. more cases, J4.00 a case. Five or MISTLETOE Extra fine berried. Very fine. Per lb., $0.50 ; 10 lb. lots, $0.35 per lb. LAUREL WREATHS 12 in. Frames $18.00 per 100. HOLLY WREATHS Per 100 $12.00 to $15.00. BOXWOOD. Jo. 15 per lb. in case lots of 50 pounds. Each case contains full 50 lbs. ; usually the case weight is included and you pay Boxwood value for old lumber. Watch out. VELVET POINSETTIAS. We have secured the agency for New England for Anderson's Velvet Poin- settias. Price with leaves and long stems, J2.50 per dozen. With short stem and no leaves, J 1.7 5 per dozen. LAUREL ROPING, 5c per yard. HARDY FERNS, best quality ever offered. GALAX, «7 5° per case of 10,000; per 1,000. 5i.ou. PRINCESS PINE, 8c per lb. PARTRIDGE BERRIES and GLOBES. CHRISTMAS BELLS. \ SEND FOR QUOTATIONS ON ANYTHING YOU NEED NOW OR FOR THE HOLIDAYS I N. F. McCarthy <^ Co. 84 Hawley St., Boston i L WKolesale Florists TEL. MAIN 5973 and S974. ORCHIDS IN BLOOM ROEHRS, Rutherford, N. J. HEACOCK'S PALMS Areca Lutescene Each 6 in. pot, 3 in pot, 24 to 26 in. high $0.75 6 in. pot, 3 in pot, 26 to 28 in. high i.oo 7 in. pot, 3 in pot, 30 to 32 in, high 2.»o CocoB Weddellfana Per 100 3^ in. pot 8 to 10 in. high $to.oo 3^ in. pot. 10 to 12 in. high Kentia Belmoreana 5 in. pot, 6 to 7 Ivs, 18 in. .100, $50.00 6 in. pot, 6 to 7 leaves, 22 to 24 in 7 in. pot or tub, 6 to 7 leaves, 54 to 36 in. 9 in. tub, 6 to 7 leaves, 42 to 48 in. heavy 9 in. tub, 6 to 7 leaves, 48 to 54 in. heavy 6.co Made-ap Kentia Fortteriana 7 in. pot, 4 in pot, 34 to 36 in 7 in. pot, 4 in pot, 36 to 38 in, Each 1.00 2.50 5 00 i5er 100. Narc. Paper White Cranulbs, 1% in. and up. $1.60 per 100; $14.00 per 1000. Bulbs. IMi to 1% in., $1.25 per 100; $10.00 per 1000. American Hybrids. A mixture of the choicest varieties of Gladiolus iu cul- tivation. .$1.00 per 100; $9.00 per 1000. Gladiolus, Colvillei and Nanus (type) Plant some of these among your car- nations; they will come in handy at any time. Peach Blossom. The most beautiful of all the Colvillei type of Gladiolus; the color is a lovely soft pink, on the order of the Killarney rose. $0.90 per 100; $8.75 per 1000. Blushing Bride. Flowers are large, pure white, with delicate pink spot. Useful for early forcing. $0.76 per 100; $6.00 per 1000. The Bride (Colvillei alba). This lovely white miniature Gladiolus makes a useful cut flower for early Spring use; will stand forcing. $0.65 per 100; .$6.00 per 1000. Ackernianii. Salmon-orange, with white blotches, edged scarlet; very pretty. $0.75 per 100; $6.60 per 1000. Remember you may deduct 5 per cent if *-asli accompanies order. ARTHUR T. BODDINGTON, Seedsman 342 W. 14th Street NEW YORK CITY ivyyyyy¥vyyyy¥vyyvyyy¥y¥vyy¥y*iy E> I« IVOA2\r Frencli and Dutcli Bulbs FOR FALL SHIPMENT Wholesale Price List mailed to Florists on applicatioD. Josepb Breck &, Sons Cory. ll4r-54 NO. MAKKBT ST., MBT91I, MAM, 720 tiORTICULTURt November 20, 1909 JOHN BREITMEYER'S ^=SONS=^ Cor. Miami and Qratlot Aves. DETROIT, MICH. Artistic Designs . . . Higli Grade Gut Blooms We coTer all Michigan point* and good •ectiona of Ohio, Indiana and Canada. WILLIAM J. SMYTH FLORIST Ok. niclilg:an Ave. and 31st St., CHICAGO We ship to all points in Illinois and Iowa. Phones: Douglas 744, Douglas S2}, 0ouglu740 THE FLORIST HAUSWIRTH Oat of Town orders for Hospital* Carelully filled. 232 Michigan Ave. CHICAGO AUDITORIUM ANNEX T«l. Harrison S8S SAMUEL MURRAY Florist Coates House Conservatory 101? BROADWAY, KANSAS CITY, MO. Both 'Phones 2670 Main. WASHINGTON, D. C. '^E" QUDE*5 The Far-Famed Flowers of TORONTO Delivered on mall or telegraph order for any occasion, in any part of the Dominion. JOHN H. DUNLOP, Oe Yonee St., - Toronto. Ont. The Park Floral Co. J. A. VALENTINE, Pres. DENVER, COLORADO WILLIAM L. ROCK FLOWER CO. Kansas City, - - Mo. will carefully execute orders for Kansas City and any town In Missouri or Kansas. Flowers ^Quality BUFFALO. N. Y. W. J. PALMER &. SON, 304 Main St. Of Interest to Retail Florists Chas. H. Brown, of New York city, announces the opening of his New Flower Shop at the Belnord, Broad- way, 86th and 87th streets. Kansas City, Mo.— The Budd Park Greenhouses have moved to 19th and Indiana streets and will hereafter be known as the Sunnyside Greenhouse. Greenwich, Conn. — It is stated that Robt. McMillan has brought suit against James Everard, of Stamford, for the sum of $1500 for floral decora- tions. * STEAMER DEPARTURES Allan Line. American. Philadelphia, N. Y.-S'h'mpton.NoT. 27 Atlantic Transport. Minnehaha, N. Y. -London. .. .Nov. Cunard. '■■"I Saxonla. Caronla. Boston-Liverpool. ... Nov. 30 N. Y. -Mediterranean. Nov. 27 French. La Provence, N. Y'. -Havre. . .Nov. 25 Hamburg-American. Pennsylvania, N. Y.-H'mburg.Nov. 27 North German Lloyd. K. Wilhelm II. N. Y. -Bremen. Nov. 23 Prinz Friedrioh Wiihelm, " Nov. 30 Red Star. Zeeland, N. Y. -Antwerp Nov. 24 White Star. Cedrle, N. Y.-Llverpoo! Nov. 27 Oceanic, N. Y.-Southampton.Nov. 24 Washington, D. C. — F. H. Kramer held an exhibition from Nov. 8 to 14 at his new store, 916 F street, N. W. He has now one of the best equipped stores in the city. Boston. — Julius A. Zinn, who for many years has been in the retail florist business at 2 Beacon street, will remove about Dee. 1st, to 2 Park street. His new store is a model in the way of equipment, and the loca- tion is unexcelled for first-class retail trade. The life of the retail flower dealer is not all a life of easy money making. Far from it. He has troubles of his own, lots of them, and the incidents big and little which go to make up the daily worries of one are usually com- mon to all. Our clever florist artist Mr. Luke J. Doogue of Boston, who has been "through the mill himself," ALEX. MeCONNELL 571 FIFTH AVENUK NEW YORK CITY Telegraphic orders iorwuded to aay part of the United States, CanatrcH;i> 226 Devonshire Street, Boston, IWass. WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKETS— ^'»''" "'^=WS'b1%m only CHICAGO Nov. 15 I Nov. .6 I FBILA. Nov. 16 BOSTOV Nov t8 Am. BcMity, Fancy a>d Sy«^ " Cxua No. I.... " Lower grades BiWe,'M*ld,ChateDay, F. & S.. •' " Lower grades ' 4,o« ({■araey , Fan. & Sp j 8.00 " Lowo- erades Mcbmond, Fancy & Special.. *• Lower grades .... My Maryland 40-00 35 eo 15.00 12.00 6.00 OAnNATIGNS, Nov. and Fan. *' Ordinary 4.00 8.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 2.00 mtSCeU-ANEGUS Chrysanthemums, fancy ■ " ordinary ■■ . Cattteyas Uies LUv o* the VaUey Violets Mignonette Sweet Peas Gardenias AdiantMB SmlljDc Aspavagos PltMBosuc, strings (ioo)!4o.oe " " & Spren. (loobchs.) to 30.00 10.00 40.00 I3.00 3.00 •75 .75 2e.eo ■73 12. CO 50.00 30.00 35.00 15.00 8.00 5.00 10.00 6.00 10.00 6.00 lO.OO S-oo 3.«> 35.00 15.00 50.00 15.00 4.00 1. 00 1. 00 30.00 1.50 15.00 50 00 30.00 25.00 15.00 lo.oe 6.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 3.00 4.C0 3-00 3. CO 15.00 10.00 40. oe 13*50 3.00 •75 35.00 1. 00 10. oo 35.00 35.00 35.00 35.00 15.00 10.00 8.00 6.00 8.00 6.00 8.00 6.00 8.00 4 00 3.00 25.00 ao.oo 60.00 15.00 4.00 1. 00 to to 35.00 1.25 15.00 50.00 3500 ao.«o 15.00 S.eo 3.00 6.00 2.00 6.00 3.00 8.00 a. 00 3.0* 3. 00 1. 00 t« to 35.0c 30.00 10.00 8,00 8.00 4.00 8.00 4.00 10.00 6.00 8.00 3.00 i.5« so 00 4.00 50.00 8.00 3.00 ■»5 3.00 .50 30.C0 1. 00 12.50 35.00 35-00 to 25.C0 to 60. ( to 13. 1 to 35.00 «5.c 50 .c 5o.« 35.00 12.00 6.00 4.0« 6.o« 1 .00 4.OT I. CO 6.00 1. 00 3.00 2.00 x.oo 10.00 to 6.00 to 30.00 b0 8.00 t« 3 .DO ta .35 to i.o« lo to 30. 00 to 10.00 to sjXd to xijf to 30.00 20I00 6.M 6.00 8 oo 4.00 8.00 4.00 3.«o 3. CO 35.00 10.00 30.00 lo.ao 4.0c -7» 3.00 ■5.*» 1. 00 1 3. 00 So.oo ILeJ.M.McGullough'sSonsCo. WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED Special attentloa given to shipping orders. Jobbers of Florists' Supplies, Seeds and Bulbs. :; :: Price lists on application. Phone, Main 584. 316Walnat St., Cincinnati, O. FLORISTS' SUPPLIES Send for New Oatalogum H. Bayersdorfer & Co. 1129 ARCH ST., PHILADELPHIA. Flower Market Reports. The market situation BOSTON here has not changed much from last week as reported, either in volume or quality of receipts or strength of the demand. Business has heen really dull since the beginning of the present week and there are heavy accumulations of oar- nations and chrysanthemums especial- ly. Roses are shortening up a little, the planning for holiday crops six weeks hence making short production now. but there are enough for all re- quirements. Crimson carnations and red chrj'santhemums are being care- fully hoarded for the Harvard demand at Saturday's football affair, but the violet lags although, no doubt, the call for this flower at New Haven will be up to the record. Gardenias are making a fine run this- fall. .\ good supply of every- BUFFALO thing has been had for two weeks past, but trade not as good as a few weeks ago. Indian summer weather prevailing brought on the chrysanthemums a lit- tle faster than desired, and while there always are plenty of roses and other material during the chrysanthemum season it can be said that the carna- tion and Beauty and other roses have November 20, 1909 H OK Tl CULTURE. '■2-6 NEW CROP GALAX (BRONZE) HEY usually color up and are in fine condition to market the latter part of November. ^ Our supply this season will be much above the aver- age as to quality. We are offering same at $6.50 per case, every leaf guaranteed ; delivery in about two weeks. Q Orders will be filled in ro- tation, so would appreciate your early response. ^ Immediate deliv- ery on Bronze and Green $7.50 case. S. S. PENNOCK-MEEHAN CO. 1608 -20 LUDLOW ST. PHILADELPHIA not suffered as iv other years, although ordinary roses are very plentiful. Se- lect Killarney, White Killarney and My Maryland have had a good demand, and while prices have not been fancy they always find a way out. Kaiserln and Carnot are still with us and some good blooms are had. Violets, lily of the valley, daisies, mignonette, etc., have sold readily. Short stemmed ear- nations remain with the wholesaler, but the fancy ones bring the price. Prices have been good, although the retailers have had practically their own way for the past weelc or so. A spell of warm weather CHICAGO which woilld be ideal in mid-summer has hasten- ed the chrysanthemum crop along so that Thanksgiving will practically see the end of the season. Beauties are decidedly in short supply and on Mon- day buyers were running from place to place to get these roses for their cus- tomers. This is also said to be caused by the warm wave which lasted for days and reached 73 degi-ees. Carna- tions are in good supply and the prices will not be excessive for Thanksgiving. Lilies are more abundant. Roses other than Beauties are plentiful and good. The cut flower INDIANAPOLIS market is in some- what of an indlf- ijerent condition due, no doubt, to the warm weather of the last ten days. Good, snappy cold weather would have a tendency to brighten up prospects and shorten the supply, which at pres- ent writing is far in excess of demand. Beauties are plentiful, quality good, fair demand and no advance in prices. Teas are very plentiful in all grades. Chrysanthemums are at their best just now. Carnations are showing decided improvement, length of stem increas- ing which adds considerably to selling qualities. Easter lilies are quite plen- tiful, no particular demand apparent. High grade lily of the valley is in fair cemand and good supply. Quite a quantity of orchids are arriving, al- though no special demand is noticed. Indoor sweet peas are gradually in- creasing, both in quantity and demand. Weather conditions NEW YORK and other things have favored an overpro- duction and price demoralization all along the line for the past ten days. The chrysanthemum has been coming in in approved western style — carload lots. Already it begins to show the wear and tear, and although there are quantities of late blooms yet lacking maturity, it is true nevertheless that the chrysanthemum's reign is ap- proaching its close. All indications point to more strenuous times in the wholesale districts. Already a whiff of frigid air is felt and with it comes the inspiration to the cunning operator to hoard his proauct in anticipation of a rise tor Thanksgiving week. There may be a rise but noi on hoarded stock. It is a vain hope. The big Harvard-Yale football game at Boston on Saturday of this week is too far removed to make much impression on this market except possibly on violets, but even on these old conditions no longer exist and many of the Hudson River boxes reach Boston and New Haven direct without touching New York at all. Orchids are scaicer and gardenias are maintaining a record pace. Carnations are excellent, but while the chrysanthemum avalanche is on they have biit little show. Their turn conies rext. The rose market has been very sluggish, the receipts being enormous, with Killarneys and Mary- land having a little the best of it so far. Lilies too abundant. Paper White narcissi popping up on all sides. Market for the PHILADELPHIA last week hts been rather slug- gish— too much stuff, and very low prices. Early in the season chrysan- themums found a ready market at good figures, but for the past two weeks things have been entirely diff- erent. In fact, there has been such a deluge from little growers and private places to the retail stores, that the regular wholesale centers could get better prices from the fakirs than from the retailers. That tells the whole story of the demoralization better than a page of explanation. The weather has been very warm, too, and that has had its effect. American Beauty roses are much more plentiful, and he is a smart salesman who, with even the finest long-stem stock gets top figures. Killarneys £U'e better and in large supply. Bridesmaid poor and not much in evidence. Brides are rather better but still below standard. White Killarneys are very good from local points, but the choicest are still coming from outside. Oattleyas and cypripediums are still scarce and in good demand. Carnations much im- proved as to quality and in good sup- ply. Gardenias continue top-notch favorites, splendid flowers coming in and satisfactory returns. Greens are moving a little better. Galax and box for futures are having a brisk call. WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKETS.-^ d^Tbm only CVHOVTNATI I Nov. 1 6 I Nov. i6 BUPPA1>0 Nov. i6 PITTSBimO Nov. i6 Koaes I Aflk BeMity, Fao. and Sp. ao.oo to " Extra 13.50 to '■ No. I j 8.00 to " Lower grades 6.00 to Bride, 'Maid, Chatenay, F. & S I 4.00 to " " Low. gr , 2.00 to KUlaniey, Fan. & Sp 4.00 " Lower grades 2.00 to Richmond, Fancy & Special to . " Lowergrades to My Maryland CARNATIONS, Novelties and Fancy " Ordinary msCCLLANBOUS Chrysanthemums, Fancy ' 15.00 " Ordinary. .' 4.00 Cattleyas ' Lilies. 1 8. CO Lily of the Valley 3,00 Violets Mignonette to • Sweet Peas to ■ Gardenias to • AdWatum i.oo t« Smllax 13-50 to Acparafus Ptumoaus, strings (ioo)| 25.00 to " *' & Spren. (i€x> bchs.) Jo.oo to as.oo 30.00 30.00 25.00 12.50 18.00 8.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 i.oo 3.00 6.00 4.00 3.00 3.00 4.00 3. 00 6. CO 4.0) 3.00 1.50 I.oo ao.oo 8.00 12.50 30.00 10.00 ia.5« 4.00 3.00 • 33 .50 25.00 3 00 1.50 15.00 15.00 50.00 30.00 25.00 30.00 35.00 30.0c 22. OC 16.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 3.00 2. CO 25.00 S'-.oo 15.00 4.00 .60 to 35.00 20 00 50,00 50.00 SO.QD 15.00 6«oo a.oc 3.00 5.00 a. 00 3.00 25.00 ao.oo 8.00 6.00 8.00 6.00 8. 00 6.00 6. CO 3.00 S 00 3,00 a. 00 10.00 3.00 • SO .50 20 03 .50 to to 35.00 25. o« .75 35.00 1.50 15.00 50.00 50,*o 15.00 6.00 3.00 6.00 2.00 6.00 1.00 6.00 10 25.04 to 20.00 K) 10. o« to 4.00 to 8.00 to 4.00 to ' 8.00 to to 15 00 25.00 4.00 73.00 50,00 15.00 4.00 3 00 ■75 3.00 t .50 20.00 I a. 00 6«.oo 19.00 4.00 •75 .25 .75 •75 12.50 30.00 30. CO 1.50 15.00 30.00 5* .00 724 HORTICULTURE November 1909 FORD BROTHERS 48 West 28tli Street NEW YORK flE ROSES, nm CAilliS A Full Line of All CUT FLOWERS Telephone, 3870 or 3871 Madison Square H. E. FROMENT Wholesale Commission Florist, Choice Cut Flowers, S7 West 28th St. :: NEW YORK Telephones : 2200, 2201 , Madison Square. Alfred H. Langjahr All choice cut-flowers in season. Send for quotations. Correspondence with shippers of first-class stock invited. 55 West 28th Street, New York Telephones 4626-4627 Madiaon Sqnare Edward C. Horan Wholesale Florist 55 WEST 28th ST. Tet \*%l M»dl«on Square NCW YOFk PHILIP F. KESSLER 55 & 5? W. 26th St., New York. CUT FLOWERS WHOLESALE Open from 5 a. m. to G p. m. Sunday till 10 a, m. FINEST LILIES IN THE MARKET. Tel. 5243 and 2921 Madison Square. JOHN YOUNG WHOLESALE FLORIST Finest American Beautiea and Carnations 5 1 West 28 St. - NEW YORK FRANK MILLANG Wholesale Florist 55-57 West 26th St., NEW YORK Shipments, any qnantity, Whole- Bale Market Bates. Greater New YorR Florists' Association, Inc. Now Open for Gut Flower Consignments 162 LlYlngrston street, BROOKLYH, W. Y. Geo. W. Crawbnck Manager Telephone CooDection 3642-43 Main Moore, Hentz S Nash Wholesale Commission Florists 55 and 57 West 26th Street New York Telephone No. 756 Madiaon Square IVIILLAiMC BROS. WHOLESALE FLORISTS 41 West Twenty-Eighth Street NEW YORK 'Pbooes 11^' ,-ladlson Sq I JOHN I. RAYNOR ! Wholesale Commission Florist ^^kkl^LlT^t^^H^l A full line of Choice Cut Flower Stock for all purposes. Comprises every variety grown for New York market, at current prices TEL. 1998 HADisoN SQUARE 49 West 28th St., New York City Walter F. Gheridan WholeMal9 Committion Dealer in CHOICE GUT FLOWERS 39 Wist 28th Strut, Mem York Tclepbone : 3532-35.13 Madison Equar* HEADQUARTERS FOR NOVELTIES ORCHIDS A SPECIALTY TMK HIGHEST GRADE OF VALLEY ALWAYS ON HAND GARDENIAS, DAISIES, ROSES AND CARNATIONS JAMES McMANUS,7S9'Ji.dT,.42 W. 28th St.. New York NEW YORK QUOTATIONS PER 100. To Dealers Oaly ROSES AND CARNATIONS American Beauty, Fancy and Special Extra No. I •' " Lower Grades Bride, '/laid, Golden Qate, Fancy and Special. '* *' Lower Grades Klllarney , Fancy and Special * * Lower Grades Richmond, Fancy and Special ' * Lower Grades Chatenay riy Haryland Carnations , Fancy .lod Novelties. " Ordinary "•ast Half of Wsek Hrst Half of Wtrt ending Nov 13 begliwtl ngNov. 15 1909 1909 13. oo to 30.00 3O.O0 to 3o.«e 8.00 to I3.00 10.00 to 15.U 4.00 to 6.00 6.00 to 8.«o 50 to 2.00 1. 00 to 4.00 a. 00 to 5.00 300 to s.« ■25 LO 1. 00 1. 00 to 3.00 «.oo to 4.00 3.00 to bM ■ »5 to 1.00 l.CO to 3.0* a. 00 to 5.00 3 00 to b.oo • 50 to 1,00 1. 00 to s.oo •50 to 5.00 X.OO to 5.00 •5° to 6.00 1. 00 to 6.0* 1.50 to ^.00 1.50 to 3.— ■75 10 I. 00 l.CO to 1.50 Alexander J. Guttman THE WHOLESALE FLORIST OF NEW YORK 34 WEST 28tH STREET PHONES. 1664--l5 MADI.VON SOV^HK. ENOUGH SAID CENTRALLY LOCATED, THE HUB OP THE FLOWER MARKET SECTION CHARLES MILLANG Wholesale Florist 55 & 57 W. 26 St., NEW YORK Telephone 7062 Madison THE KERVAN COMPANY Fresh Cut Ever^rreens, Mosses. Southern Smliax, Qalax and Leucothoe. Preserved and Fresh Cut Cycas and Palmetto. n- 1 ill' (•■'-Si ll3W.28SI.,llewyork. Durand & Marohn MANUFACTURERS OF All Kinds of Wire Work Florists' Wire Designs a Specialty 24 Beaver St., ALBANY, N.Y. WILLIAM H. KUEBLER Brooklyn's Foremost and Best WHOLESALE COMMISSION HOUSE A First Class Market for all CUT FLOWERS 28 WiUoughby St., Brooklyn, N. Y. Tel. 4591 Main 48 W. 29th Street, New York Citr Telephone No. 1757 Mad. 8q. FLORISTS' SUPPLIES GALAX, bronze and green, fresh crop, fLOO, 1000; J7.50, 10,000. LEDCOTHOB SPRAYS, 75c, 100. MOSS, $2.00 laree bag. GREEN SHEUBT REED (BL KELLER 123 West 2atb St., New York Florists' Supplies We manufacture all our iMal Designs, Baskets, Wire Work ft NoTeltlis and are dealers in Waisware Decorative Greens and Flerltts' RequlsltM November 20. 1909 HORTICULTURE 725 BOXWOOD SPRAYS Clean, Choice Stock, No Heavy Wood. Every case guaranteed. We ship every- where. Let us quote you on your requirements, for shipment now or later. Pittsburgh Cut Flower Co.. Ltd. pxtts°buTgh:pV WHOLESALE FLORISTS 54 West 28th St. NEW YORK Ttlephone 3559 Madison Sq. A. L YOUNC & CO. RECEIVERS & 8HIP< PERS OF CUT FLOWERS. CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED. MICHIGAN CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE, Inc. ITHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS Consl^ments SolicKed Bardy Fancy Fern Our Specialty 18-40 BROADWAY. DETROIT. MICH. B. S. SLINN, JR. VIOLETS Selling Agent for the Largest and Best Growers In the Hudson Klver District. 55in(l57West26thSt.. NewYorfcClty. Each Spool of the MEYER GREEN SILKALINE contaius full two ounces of thread. Weigh up your spools aud see that you get full weight. For sale by all reliable houses. John C. Meyer & Co., ^„°l'e°n,"n"4 KRICK'S FLORIST NOVELTIES Manufacturer and Patentee of the Per- fect Adjustable Pot Handle or Hanger, Perfect Adjustable Plant Stands and the < Tiginal Genuine Immortelle Let- ters, etc. Every Letter Marked. 1164-66 Greene Av., Brooklyn. N.Y. For Sale by all Supply Houses Wired Toothpicks Mcnufactured by W. J. COWEE, BERLIN, N. Y. ■wwn ..^1.75; 50,000 $7.50. Sampb fen. For »ale by dealer* PHILADELPHIA NOTES. Ben Harry, a promising young at- torney, son of W. S. Harry, florist, Conshohoclcen, was accidentally killed at the Chelten Ave. crossing of the Reading R. R. on Sunday last. The Ifith inst. was nomination night at the P. H. S. All the old officers are on the list tor another year without opposition. Dreer, Michell and Wa- terer premiums for 1910 were an- nounced. Edwin Lonsdale, Mrs. Lonsdale and their nejihew. Mr. Smith, leave for the Pacific coast on th? 4.30 p. m. train Saturday, tlse 2fith, from Broad St. sta- tion. The delay in installment of the successor at Girard Colleare has pre- vented an earlier departure. The latest addition to the Pennock- Meehan outfit is a 40 h. p. auto-deliv- ery wagon that can cover the ground WILLIAM F.KASTING GO. WHOLESALE FLORISTS 383-387 Ellicott Street BUFFALO, - N. Y. f BOSTON A 1 FLO WERSl V N. F. McCarthy & co., # % S4 Hawley St. M SOUTHERN WILD SMILAX Now ready In limited quantity. E. A. BEAVEN EVERGREEN, AUVBAMA. \ BOSTON'S BEST # %^ HOUSE "M GROWERS FOR NEW YORK MARKET Are 'nvlted to call or write. I can dispose of your flowers for the coming season at top prices and guarantee prompt returns. EstablUhed 1887 ■ ■# A I I P ^1 106 W. 28th St. ?er.^67'^ir%. J. K. ALLEN New York NEW YORK QUOTATIONS PER 100. To Dealers Only MISCELLANEOUS Cattlcyaa UHm Lily of the Valley Narcis. Paper White Chrysanthemums " Lower Grades Violet* Qardenlas Adlaatum SmHax Asparagus Plumosus, strings ** " & Sprcn. (loobciis). Last Half of We«<> ending Nov. 13 909 25.00 to 40.00 3.00 to 6.00 1. 00 to 3.00 to 3.00 8.00 to 15.00 2. CO to 6.00 .20 to .50 12.00 to 25.00 50 to • 75 l.oo to 12.00 20.00 to 30.00 12.00 to 20.00 FIrrtMfsfWwk beginning Nov. 15 1M9 20.00 to So.eo 3.00 ta 6.«a z.co te 2J— to 3.00 8.00 2.00 .35 12.00 •50 8.00 20.00 12.00 to 13.00 to 6.0a to .73 to 25.00 ts .75 to I2.a« to 30.0a in double quick time at the minimum of expense. The outside body is of the swellest, so far as artists' skill can go. The final awards of last week's show included a certificate of merit to Julius Roehrs Co. for "Fred Sander" croton, and Brasso-cattleya Digbyana labiata. The latter is a magnificent pink flower, of fine form and very distinct. It shows the Pigbyana character very strongly and also in its width of petals and fine coloring the influence of the other parent. C. labiata. Heck Bros., Wyomi?sing, Berks Co., Pa., exhibited their new chrysanthe- mum "Pink Seedling'' at last week's chrysanthemum show. This was award- ed a silver cup last year, and the com- mittee declared that this year it was bettor than ever. Our up-state friends seem to have a good thing in this — which is worth plaui;ing a campaign with, for their own benefit and the good of the trade ai large. There is both money and glory to he gained from such a novelty. Visitors: Alex. Montgomery and Wm. Nicholson, Boston; Paul and Henry Dailledouze, Brooklyn, N. Y.; Mrs. S. E. Scherrer, Bethlehem, Pa.; 0. J. Sawyer, Allentown; Chas. John- son, Nazareth; Mrs. Chas. Vorkeller, Bethlehem; Jno. Stanley and Jno. Rog- ers, Whitford; Wallace R. Pierson, Cromwell, Conn.; George A. Cooke; Washington, D. C; Ernest Ashley, Al- lentown; George W. Carr, Kingston; S. G. Marvin and Mrs. Marrin, Wilkes- barre. Galax >"« Leucothoe Quality, Packing and Price All Rlsht. Wholesale Only. Send fop Quotations. J. L. BANNER. MONTEZUMA, N.C. 726 HORTICULTURE November 20, 1909 Buyer's Directory and Ready Reference Guide Advertisements under this head, one cent a word. Initial* count as words. Dlsplaj adverUsers In thla temie are also Urted under this classlflcaUon without charge. Referenca to Ltat of AdvertlBers will Indicate the reapMtlTa pages. ^ ^ . .„ Buyers falling to find what they want In this list will confer a faTor by wnjlng us and we will try to put them In communication with reliable dealers. ACOOUMTAKT R. J. Dyiart, 28 State St., BMton. For page we Llit of AdvcrtlBere. ASIAMTTTMS Godfrey AicbmaDn. 1012 West Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page aee Hat of Adrertli ARAUCARIAS A. Lenthy t Co., FerkloB St. Nuneriw, Rosllndale, Mass. yor page see Llat of Advertlaerg. Oodtrey Aschmann, 1012 West Ontario St.. Philadelphia, Pa. For page aee Llat of AdvertlgetB. ASPARAGUS ' Elmer D. Smith & Co., Adrian, Mich. Aaparagns Sprengerl and Tenulsslmus. Asparagus plumosua from 2^ Inch pota, I2.&0 per 100; f22.50 per 1000. Cash with order, please. Floral Hill Gardens, G. F. Weipp, Prop., Chatham, N. J. Asparagus Sprengeri, strong. 2-ln., 2c. H. Klahr, Schoharie, N. Y. Asparagus Sprengeri. 2i,4-in. pots, strong plants. $2.00 per 100. Virginia Nursery Co., Purcellville, Va. Asparagus Sprengeri— Good plants for 6 In. pota from bench to make room, $5.00 per 100. Cash. J. T. Erickson, Swamp- scott, Mass. Asparagus Plumosus, and Sprengeri, 214 in., extra strong plants, ready . to ship, $2.50 per 100. O. B. Kenrick, Alexander Ave.. Belmont, Mass. AUCTION SAI.es Wm. Elliott & Sons, New York. AZALEAS Bobbink & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. A. Lenthy, Rosllndale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. BAMBOO OANES Tokohama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay Street, New York. Bamboo Sticks, Colored Green. For page see Uat of Advertisers. BAT TREES. Bobbink & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers^ aooo Bay and Box Trees In ~all alses. Pyramid and Standards. Write for Hat. Jnllus Roehrs. Rntherford. N. J. BEDDING PLANTS A. Lenthy A Co., Perkins St. Nnreerlee, Rosllndale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. O. Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., Phila- delphia, Pa. Foe page see List of Advertisers. R. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., White Marsh, Maryland. For page see List of Advertisers. J. C. Schmidt^ Bristol, Pa. For page nee List of Advertisers. Edward Wallis, Atco, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. BEGONIAS Godfrey Aschmann. 1012 West Ontario St.. Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Rex Begonia, 2-in., strong, 3c. J^ W. Dann & Son. Westfleld, N. Y. Rex Begonias. A fine assortment of 12 named varieties from 2>4 in. pots, strong plants, $4.00 per 100. Virginia Nursery Co., Purcellville. Va. BOILERS BOILERS. "Burnham" Botiera made for greenbonse beating. Lord & Bnmliam, lUS Broadway, N. Y. Kroescbell Bros. Co., 466 Brie St, Chicago. For page see List of AdTertlsers. BOOKS ' Pronnnclatlon of Plant Names, sent for n cents, postpaid, by HOETICULTOBB PUB. CO.. 11 Hamilton Place, j}OBton.^_ Iris, Peony and Phlox Manuals, 26 cts. Mch in Stamps. C. S. Harrison, York, Nebraska. __^_ Elmer D. Smith & Co., Adrian, Mich. Chrysanthemum Manual. For page see List of Advertisers. BOX'WOOD TREES New England Nnrseries, Inc., Bedford. Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Fernwood Nursery, Stamford, Conn. For page see List of Advertisers. BUILDINa MATERIAL BUILDING MATERIAL of all descrip- tion for All Cypress, Semi-Iron. Iron Frane or Tross Houses. Hot Bed Sash and Frames. Lord & Burnham Co., 1133 Broad- way. N. Y. BULBS AND TUBERS Joseph Breck & Sons, 47-54 N. Market St., Boston. Dotch and French Bnlbs. For page see List of Advertisers. J. M. Thorburn & Co., 33 Barclay St, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. A. T. Boddlngton, 342 W. 14th St., N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Blcksrds Brogr,~37~East 19th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Hr~F. Mlcheirc©;, Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. T. J. Grey * Co., 32 and 33 So. Market St., Boston. Bermuda Lilies. For page see List of Advertisers. Yokohama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Ralph M. Ward ft Co., 12 W. Broadway, New York. Lily Bulbs, Horseshoe Brand. For page see List of Advertisers. Schlegel & Fottler Co., 26 & 27 S. Market St.. Boston. French and Dotch Bnlbs. For page see List of Advertisers. H. E. Flske Seed Co., Boston, Mass. For Page See List of Advertisers. Berrydale Experiment Gardens, Holland, Mich. For page see List of Advertlse'-s. F. R. Plerson Co., Tan'ytown-on-Hudson, N. Y. Narcissi, Chinese Sacred Lilies, Hyacinths, Lllluni Longlflorum. For page see List of .Advertisers. E. S. Miller, Wading River, N. Y. For Page See List of Advertisers. CARNATIONS F. Dorner & Sons Co., Lafayette, Ind. Carnations for Immediate Delivery. For page see List of Advertisers. Chicago Carnation Co., JoIIet, III. Sangamo and Conquest. For page see List of Advertisers. S. J. Renter & Son, Westerly, B. 1. Field Grown Carnations. For page see List of Advertlseis. CARNATIONS— Continued H. F. LIttlefleld, Worcester, Mass. Field Grown Plants. For page see List of Advertisers. Baur & Smith, Indianapolis, Ind. Patten & Co., Tewksbury, Mass. Carnation Shasta. For page see List of Advertisers. A. C. Brown, Sprlngfleld, III. Carnation Sangamo. For page see List of Advertisers. Chas. Knopf Floral Co., Richmond, Ind., and S. J. Renter & Son, Inc., Westerly, E. I. Carnation Admbatlon. For page see List of Advertisers. Wood Bros., Fishkill, N. Y. Field Grown. For page see List of Advertisers. C. S. Ford, West Park, Philadelphia, Pa. New Carnation Constant. For page see List of Advertisers. Edward Wallis, Atco, N. J. ForPage SeeLlst, of _ Advertisers.^ CARNATION STAPLE PlUsbury's Carnation Staple, SOc. psi 1000, postpaid. I. L. PlUsbury, QaJeabarg, 111. CHRISTMAS AND EASTER PLANTS William W. Edgar Co., Waverley, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. OHRTSANTHEMUMS C. B. Totty, Madison, N. J. For page see Llat of Advertisers. Wood Bros.. FIshkUl, N. Y. Chrysanthemums Rooted Cuttings. I. M. Rayner, Greenport, N. Y. Stock Plants. For page aee List of Advertisers. Herrington's book on the Cbrysonthe mum mailed to your address for SOc., by Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. Golden Glow, Pacific Supreme. Polly Rose and Glory of Pacific. Stock plants, 25 as- sorted as wanted, $1.00. Chas. Frost, Ken- llworth, N. J. OONIFERa John Waterer & Sous, Ltd., Amerieoa Nursery, Bagshot, Eng. For page see List of Advertisers. COSMOS — Early Flowering Headquarters seed, New England grown. The trade supplied, each variety separate. 10c. a package. H. N. Smith, South Snd- bury, Mass. OUT FLOWER BOZEs! Edwards Folding Box Co., Phlladeipbla. For page see List of Advertisers. Bangor Box Co., Bangor, Me. For page see List of Advertisers. WE PAY THE FREIGHT On Cut Flower Boxes. On all orders fer $15.00 or more received during October we will pay the freight east of the Mississippi. All orders west of the river, we pay to the river. Samples of stock and prices on re- quest. Climax Manufacturing Co., Castor- land, N. Y. Dept. H. Folding cut flower boxes, the best mads. Write for list. Holton & Hunkel Co., Mil- waukee, Wis. CYCLAMEN Thomas Roland, Nahant, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Cyclamen giganteum, mixed, 2-ln., 8c. H. Klahr, Schoharie, N. Y. For List of Advertisers See Page 731 November 20, 1909 HOKTlCULTUR£ 727 DAHXJj^ Peacock Dahlia Farms, Wllllamatown Jbbc^ tlon, N. J. For page «ee Llat of Adygrtlaera. Herbert, Atco, N. J. For page see List of Advertlseni. Wllmore's Dablla Manual will be malic* for twenty-flve cents by HORTICDLTDBH FDBLISHINQ COMPANY, 11 HunlltMi Place, Boston. DECORATIVE PI.ANTS A. Leutby & Co., Perkins St.. Nnraeriaa, RosUndale, Mass. Imported Plants for Fall Dellrery. For page «ee Llat of AdvertUers. Godfrey Ascbmann, 1013 W. Ontario St., PhUadelpbla, Pa. For page aee Hat of Advertlsera. Joseph Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. For page aee List of Advertisers. Bobert Craig Co., Market and 48Ui Bts., Pblladelpbia, Pa. B^r page see List of Advertlaen. John Scott, Brooklyn, N. T. For page see List of Adrertlf Anton Schulthels, College Point, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. EVEHOREEirS New Bnxland Nnrserles, Bedford. for pags see List of Advertisers. Bobbink A Atkins, Butherford, N. 1. For page see Ust of AdTertlssra. FEBH8 A. Leothy A Co.. Bosllndale. For pags see List of Advertisers. H. B. Barrows ft Son, Whitman, Nepbrolepis Magnlflca. For pags see List of Advertlaen. John Scott, Brooklvn, N. Y. For pags see List of AdvertUen. Frank Oechslln, 4911 Qulncy Street, Chicago. Ferns for DIahaa. For page see Llat of Advertisers. T%» F. B. Pletson Co., TarrytowB-m- Uudson, N. Y. Nephrolepls Elegantlsalma Compacta. Also Nephrolepls Superblsslma. A. N. Plerson, Cromwell, Conn. For page see List of Advertisers. Jnllus Roehrs Co., Rutherford, N. J. Farleyense. For page see List of Advertisers. Bandolph & McClements, Pittsburg, Pa. Boston Ferns. Robert Craig Co., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Fernwood Nursery, Stamford, Conn. For page aee List of Advertisers. Anderson's ferns for In and ontdoora. Largest commercial collection In the coon- try. Ask for descriptive catalogue. J. F. Anderson, Fern Specialist, Short Hills, N. J. 200 Boston Ferns, to clear bench, at 15 cts. Stocky. Right for 5 and 6 In. pots. E. A. Chipman, Woonsocket, R. I. Dwarf ferns for fern dishes, 6 best sorts, in fine condition, 2e. ; $18.00 per 1000. The Good & Reese Co., Springfield, Ohio. XXOBISTS' IfTTERS. Boston Florist Letter Co., 66 Pearl St., Boston, Mass. For I'age see List of AdTortlsera. W. C. Krick, 1164-66 Greene Ave., Brook- lyn, N. Y. Immortelle Letters. For pa«s see List of Advertisers. FX.ORISTS SUFPI.IES N. F. McCarthy & Co., 84 Hawley St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. a. M. Robinson & Co., 15 Province St aa4 9 Chapman Place, Boston, Mass. For pags see List of Advertisers. Beed ft Keller, l^^W. 2Sth St, New Tort For page see List of Advertisers. H. Bayersdorfer ft Co., 1128 Arch St, Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. Rosens, 48 West 29th St., New York City. For page see List of Advertisers. Mapes Rustic Works, Clayton, N. J. Rustic Vines, Branches, Bark, Etc. For page see List of Advertisers. FIiO^VER POTS W. H. Ernest, 28th and M Sts., Washington, D. C. For page see List of Advertisers. A. H. Hews ft Co., Cambridge, Mai For page see List of Advertisers. Hllflnger Bros., Ft. Edward, N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. The Peters & Reed Pottery Co., Red Pots, Seed Pans, etc. Zanesvllie, O. Syracuse Pottery Co.. Syracase, N. T. For page see List of Advertlsera. FR££S1A.S Schlegel ft Fottier, 26 & 27 So. Market St, Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. FRUIT TR££S Dwarf Fruit Trees, by F. A. WaoKh, mailed to your address for 65 cents oy Hortlcnlture Publishing Co., U Hamilton Placet Boston. QAIjAX Michigan Cnt Flower Co., 88 and 40 Bre«« way, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. Bice Bros.. 115 N. 6th St, MInnsapoUa, Minn. For page see List of Advertisers. J. L. Banner, Montezuma, N. C. Galax and Lencothoe. For page see List of Advertisers. OERANIUMB R. Vincent Jr. ft Sons Co.. Wkltc lUnk. Ud. For page see List of Advertisers. Geraniums, S. A. Nutt, Beauty Poltevine, Madame Barney, Buchner, from field, 5c. each; rooted cuttings, $9.00 per 1000; un- rooted, $5.00 per 1000. Carl Dornblrer, 6417 Carnegie Ave.. Cleveland, O. Buchner, Poltevine, JauIIn, Nutt, Chas. Gervais, Henderson and Montmort: Booted cuttings, $1.25 per 100; $12.00 per 1000. Chas. Frost, Kcnilworth, N. J. Geraniums. Nutt $12.50 per 1000; Blcard, Poltevine, $15. A. M. Herr, Lancaster. Pa. OI.ADIOlil E. 8. Miller, Wading River, N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Surplus stock of choice named gladioli. Also bulbs and bulblets from my private collection at bargain prices. L. Merton Gage. Orange. Mass. OX^SS Boston Plate ft Window Glass Co., Beaton. For psge see List of Advertisers. Standard Plate Glaas Co., 26-80 Sndbory St. Boston. For page see Llat of Advertisers. Foley Mfr. Co.. Western Ave., between 25tb ft 26th Sts., Chicago. For page see Llat of Advertisers. Sharp, Psrtrldge ft Co.. 22d ft Lnmber St*.. Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Parshelsky Bros.. Inc., 69 Montrose Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. For psge see List of Advertisers. Metropolitan Msterial Co., 1X82-1402 Metro- polltan Ave., Brooklyn, N. T. Greenhouse crlnsB, lowest prices. John- sten Glass Co.. Hartford City. Ind. Glass. High Grade. Donhle^Thlck Green- houso Olaaa. Lord ft Baruham, U8> Broad- way, N. Y. OL.AZING POINTS H. A. Dreer, Philadelphia, Pa. Peerless Glazing Point For page see List of Advertisers. UliAZING POINTS, Lord ft Bnraham. Special Glazing Nails (Points). Lord ft Bnmham, 1133 Broadway, N. Y. GOLD FISH Price list now ready. Extra large and fine crop of fish this season. No fungus; no lice. Our little book, "The Gold Kish Dealer's Guide," tells you how to handle fish, prevent and cure diseases; free to cus- tomers. Glen Mary Fish F"arm, Chas. Pom- mert. Prop., Amelia, O. Largest gold fish hatchery in the world. Gold Fish. Gold Pish. Aquarium Plants. Aquarium Plants. Send for price list Franklin Barrett, 4815 D. St, Olney, Philadelphia, Pa. GREENHOUSE BULLDINO MATX- RIAIi Lord ft Bnrnham Co., 1133 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Plerson U-Bar Co., 1 Madison So., N. T. For page see Llat of Advertisers. A. T. Stearns Lnmber Co., Neponaet, Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. King Constmctlon Co., N. Tonawanda, New York. For page see List of Advertlsera. HItchlnga ft Co., 1170 Broadway, New Tack. For page see List of Advertisers. J. C. Monlnger Co., 117 E^ast Blackhawk St., Chicago, III. For page see List of Advertlsera. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., botwaan 25th ft 26th Sts., Chicago. Pecky Cypress for Benches. For page see List of Advertlsera. P. Jacobs ft Sons. 1358-63 FInshtnc Aton Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. GHEEMHOITSE 0OHSTRU011OX OREBNHODSB CON3TBDCTION, __ Iron Greenhouse, New Tmss Honscs »mt Iron Frame Honses. Lord ft Bnrnhaa, 1188 Broadway, N. Y. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., bstwaaa 25tb ft 2etb Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertlsera. Bltcblngs ft Co., 1170 Broadway, New Tatfe. For page see List of AdTertlseia. OUTTBmS GUTTBBS, Cast Iron Gnttera, L. ft Bl Improved V Shaped Gutter with drip rat- ter attachment. Lord ft Bnrnban, UM Broadway, N. Y. HAH. INSURANCE Florists' Hall Asso. of America. J. Q. Usler, Saddle Blver, N. J. For page see List of Advertlsera. HARDY FERNS, MOSS AND GREENS H. M. Robinson ft Co., 16 Province St aad 9 Chapman Place, Boston, Maaa, For page see Llat of Advertlsera. Michigan Cnt Flower Exchsnge, 88 and 40 Broadway, Detroit Mich. For page see List of Advertlsera. The Kervan Co., 113 W. 28th St, N* York. For page see List of Advertisers. Rice Bros., 116 N. eth St., Mlnnsai Minn. For page see List of Advertlsera. Pittsburg Cut Flower Co., Ltd., Pittsburg, Pa. Boxwood Sprays. For page tee List of Advertisers. HEATINO APPARATUS Lord ft Burnham Co., 1133 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertlsera. Plerson D-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. T. For page sea List of Advertlsera. Kroeechell Bros. Co.. 466 Erie St., Chlcag*. For page see List of Advertlaen. HERBACEOUS PERENNLALS P. Oawerkerk, P. O. No. 1, Bobokeo. M. J. For page sec List of Advertlsera. New England Nunerles, Bedford, For page see List of Advertlsera. HOLLY Holly wreaths. Box holly. Holly wreaths a specialty, iu large and small quantities. Selected box holly. Write for prices. H. B. Conwell, Milton, Del. HOLLYHOCKS Hollyhocks, double yellow, pink and white, $15.00 per 1000; single, mixed, $10.00 per 1000. Spring sown. Cash. Byer Bros., Chambersburg, Pa. In wrifing to Advertisers kindly mention Horticulture 728 HORTICULTURE November 20, 1909 HOT-BED SASH The A. T. Stearns Lamber Co., NepoBset, Uaaa. For page see List of Advertlgeri. Plenon D-Bar Co., 1 MadlsoD Sq., N. I. For page see List of Advertlgerg. Lord & Bnrnham Co., 1133 Broadway, N. I. For page see List of AdYertUera. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Are., betw««« atb & 26tb Sta., Chicago. For page see Llat of AdTertlaera. HTDEANGEAS. Henry A. Dreer, Philadelphia, Pa. Hydrangea Hortensis Otaksa. For page see Llat of Advertisers. INSECTICIDES. Nicotlclde kills all i^reeuhonae pests. P. R. Palethorpe Co., Blcventh St., Owensboro. Ky. For page see List of Advertlaers. Stnmpp & Walter Co., SO Barclay St., New York. Kllmdead Tobacco Dast. For page see List of AdverttoeCT. B. G. Pratt Co., 60 Chorch St., New York. Scaleclde. For page see List of Advertisers. Qeo. E. Talmadge, Inc., Madison, N. J. Apblne. For page see List of Advertisers. H. A. StoothofE Co., Mt. Vernon, N. T. Tobacco Powder. For page see List of Advertisers. IRIS J. A. Peterson, Cincinnati, Ohio. Iris Pallida Dalmatiia. For Page See List of Advertisers. e7 S. Miller, Wading River. N. Y. For page see List of .4rtvevtisers._ GERMAN IRIS, colors purple and cream. 75c. per doz.; $5.00 per lOCi. B.v mail. $1.00 per doz., 10c. each. M. L. McClave, Ben- ton Harbor, Mich. JAPANESE PLANTS Takohama Nursery Co., 81 Barclay lit.. New York. For page see List of Advertisers. KENTIAS Godfrey AschmaBD, 1012 W. Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see Llat of Advertisers. A. Leuthy & Co., RosUndale, Mass. For page see Llat of Advertisers. Julius Roehis Co., Rutherford. N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. .Tos. Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. Home-Grown, Established Plants. For page see List of Advertisers. Bobblnk & Atkins. Rutherford. N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. LANDSCAPE GARDENING COTTRSE Home Correspondence School, Springfield, Mass. Dept. 8. For page sec List of Advertisers. LILIES E. S. Miller. Wading River, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. LILY OF THE VALLEY CLUMPS Skldelsky & Irwin Co., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. LILT OF THE VALLEY PIPS H]almar Hartmann &. Co., LangangstrMds 20, Copenhagen, Denmark. For page see Llat of Advertisers. Lily of the vallev, fleld-grown, 25c. per doz.; $1.00 per 100 by mall; $6.00 per 1000 express. M. L. McClave, Benton Harbor, Mich. MASTICA ^ r. O. Pierce Co., 12 W. Broadway, New Terk. For page sec List of Advertisers. MISTLETOE Mistletoe— SilUman's Every Sprig Ber- ried brand. Now booking orders for De- cember shipment. A. B. Sllliman & Co., Home Office, Boone, Iowa. NIOO-FTTMX Kentucky Tobacco Product Co., Louisville, Ky. For page see List of Advertisers. NTJBSERT STOCK John Waterer «- Song, Ltd., American Nursery, Bagshot, England. For page see List of Advertisers. f. Ouwerkerk, 216 Jane St., Weehawken Heights, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. New EIngland Nurseries, Inc.. Bedford, For page see List of Advertisers. Eastern Nurseries, Jamaica Plain, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. W. A T. Smith Co., Geneva, N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Bobblnk & Atkins, Rutlterford, N. J. Boxwood and Evergreens. For page see Llat of Advertisers. Leesley Bros., Chicago, III. Trees, Shrubs, Evergreens, Hardy Plants. For page see List of Advertisers. DWARF BOX. Fine, well rooted plants, 3 to 8 in., $1.00 to $5.00 per lOti. B.v mail. 2 to 10c. each. Stock hue, but limited. Order soon. M. L. McClave, Benton Harbor, Mich. Manual of the Trees of North Amerlck, by C. S. Sargent, mailed to your addrcai for $8.00, by Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. TREES, SHRPBS, ROSES, EVER- GREENS, PEONIES, HARDY PLANTS. BLLWANGER & BARRY, Rochester, N. I. Shade and Fruit Trees, Hedge, Berry Plants, Asparagus Roots, Rhubarb. Ken- tucky Nursery Co., Louisville, Ky. ONION SETS Leonard Seed Co., Chicago, 111. For page see List of Advertisers. OBOHID PLANTS Lager & Hnrrell, Summit, N. J. Freeh Imported and Estalillshed Orchids For page see List of Advertisers. Sander, St. Albans, England. Importers. Exporters, Growers, Hybridists. For page see List of Advertisers. Carrillo & Baldwin, Mamaroueck, N. Y. For page see List of Advertlgers. Ordonez Bros., Madison, N. J., Box lOB. C. Lablata: D. Blglbbnm Arrived. For page see List of Advertlaers. Largest stock In the country. Ask for prices. Julius Roehrs, Rutherford, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Orchid Growers' Manual. By B. 8. Wil- liams. 300 Illustrations, 800 pages; descrip- tions of upwards of 2500 species and varie- ties of orchidaceous plants, etc. The most complete work on Orchids and orchid cul- ture ever published. Price, $10.00. Orders filled by HORTICULTURE, 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. PAIHT A]n> PT7TTT PAINT AND PUTTY: Ideal Greenbeus* Lead: Special Greenhouse Putty. liord k Bambam, 1138 Broadway, N. T. PALMS A. Leotby &. Co., Perkins St Nurseries, Roslladale, Mass. For page see List of Advertlsors. Robert Craig Co.^ Market and 49th 8U., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. Home-Orown Palms. For page see List of Advertisers. John Scott, Brooklyn, N. t. For page see List of Advertlgers. A. N. Plerson, Cromwell, Conn. For page see List of Advertisers. Julius Roehrs Co., Rutherford, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Fernwood Nursery, Stamford, Conn. Fur Page See List of Advertisers. PANSY PLANTS. Giant pansies, Kugnot, Odler, Cassler, Trimardeau, mixed, $2.50 per 1000; 2000, $4.00. Cish. Ever Bros., Chambersburg, Pa. PATxnrTs Slggers & SIggers, Wnsblngton, D. C. For page see List of Advertisers. PEAT Orchid Peat and Moss always on hand. Julius Roehrs Co., Rutherford, N. J. PEONZES The E. G. Hill Co., Richmond, Ind. For page see .List of Advertisers. Peony list ready. Write for one today. Standard varieties. Prices right. Gilbert H. Wild, Sarcoxle, Mo. PETUNIAS Petunias, double; rooted cuttings, $1.00 per 100; 2-in., 2c. Cash Byer Bros., Chambersburg. Fa. PHLOXES Old Town Nurseries, So. Natlck, Mass. PHOTOGRAPHS: DESIGNING: IL- LUSTRATING Geo. B. Dow, 178 Washington St., BoatOB. For page see List of Advertisers. PIFB AKD ITTTINOS Foley Mfg. Co., between Western A.f. aad 26tb St., Chicago, 111. Kroeechell Bros. Co., 466 Erie St., Chlcaf». For page see List of Advertisers. PIPE AND FITTINGS. Cast Iron and Wrought Pipe, Valves, Elbows, Pips Hooka, Automatic Air Headers, etc. L«Mrd * Bar*- ham, 1133 Broadway, N. Y. Geo. B. Doane & Son Co., 18 Midway Bt. Boston. For page see List of Advertlsora. Metropolitan Material Co., 13»H40« Mi«- ropol Itan Ave., Brooklyn, N. T. PLANT PRESERVATIVES Keep vour ferns six months without cold storage;" flowers, 20 to 30 days, at practi- cally no cost. Formula and complete In- structions on receipt of $1.00. Barton, 110 Portsea St., New Haven, Conn. PLANT STAKES Seele'B Tleless Plant Stakes and Trel- Uses. H. D. Seele & Sons, Elkhart. !■*. PLANT TUBS American Wooden Ware Mfg. Co., 369-TB So. Erie St., Toledo. O. For page see List of Advertisers. POT HANOEKS Pot bangerg, Kramer's, $1 dos. by ew., $1.25 by mall. I. N. Kramer dc Son, C«&r Rapids, Iowa. PRIMULAS F. Oeschlln, 2572 W. Adams St., Chleaf*, lU. Primroses Obconlca and Cblnenals. For page see List of Advertisers. Primula cblnensis, 9 colors mixed, 1 Inch, 2c.; Obconlca Ronsderfer, Lattmaua Hybrids, 10 colors mixed, 2 Inch 2c.; Ofc- conica gigantea, mixed, 2 Inch 2^. J. U, Schiller, 920 Prouty Ave., Toledo, O. PRIVET CALIFORNIA 12 to 18 In., 2 to 4 bran., $10 per M; 18 to 24 In., 3 to 5 bran., $12 M; 24 to 30 In., 4 to 6 bran., $14 M; 24 to 80 In., 5 to 8 bran., $16 M. AMOOR RIVER PRIVET 12 to 18 In., $12.50 M; 18 to 24 In., $15 M, well branched; 18 to 24 In., heavy, $16 M; 24 to 30 In., heavy, $20 M. F. O. B. Bostlc. Cash with order. Valdeslan Nurseries, Bostlc Dept., Bostlc, North Carolina. Harrison's Nurseries, Berlin, Md. Privet Hedge b.v the Mile. For page see List of Advertisers. California Prlvet7 well rooted and well graded. Write for prices. John H. Lane, Little Sliver, N. J. RHODODENDRONS John Waterer & Sons, Ltd., American Nursery, Bagshot, England. For page see List of Advertisers. P. Ouwerkerk, Hoboken, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. For List of Advertisers See Page 731 November 20, 1909 HORTICULTURE 729 BOSE» l«bMt Cnit Co., M&rkat and 4»U Mk PblUdelpliJa, Pa. Tot page »« Lit of A&rtTOan*. P. Oawcrkerk. P. O. No. 1, Hoboken. N. J. Tot pc^e »ec List of AdTtrtlwn. Dtngee & Cooard Co., West Qrore, F*. Novelties In Roee«. For page aeg List of Advertlaen. Pa>hlniann Broa. Co., Morton QroT«^ H. I\>r page see Uet of AdTertlsera. W. A T. Smith Co., GeDera, N. T. American Orown Roeee. For page aee List of AdvertJaera. Eastern Nurseries, Jamaica Plain, Mass. New Rose Daybreak. For page see List of Advertlsera. Tk* Rose, hj H. B. Ellwanger: mailed for Sl.SO b7 Hortlcultare, 11 Bamlltoa Place Boston. Band Book of Cnltoral Notes on UDd«r Glass, by P. P. Brlgham, mailed ta v*«r address for 25o., by Hortlcnitnre Pnk- Ilahlat Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boaton. Baby Rambler roses, strong, three-year- old, fleld-grown. own root, have been cut back and lifted and have become well estab- lished In 5-ln. pots, at $12.00 per 100. Vlr- glnla Nursery Co., Purccllvllle, Va. RUSTIC 'WINDOW BOX£S Maples Rustic Works, Clayton, N. J. For page see List of AdTertlsera. SEED ORO'VinERS □jalmar Uartmann A Co. CanllHower and Cabbage Seed. Laaaanfst ra ede 20, Copenhagen, Denmark. Tor page see List of Advertlsera. C. C. Morse & Co., 48-56 Jackson St., Ban Francisco, Cal. For page aee List of AdTertlsera. SEEDS T. J. Orey Co.. 32 So. Market St., Beaton. For page see List of Advertlsera. Joseph Breck & Sons, n and K2 N. Market St., Boston, Maaa. For pec* a*g l>lat of Advertiser*. W. Atlee Burpee A: Co., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertlsera. Arthor T. Boddlngton, 342 W. 14th St.. New York. For page see List of Advertlsera. Uckards Brosr,~S7 B. 19th St., New Tart For page tee List of Advertisers. B. * J. Farquhar & Co., 6-7 So. Market St., Boston. Giant Cyclamen Seed. For page aee List of Advertisers. B. F. MIchell Co., 1018 Market St., Phlla. For page see Llat of Advertlaera. }. H. Thorbnro 4b Co., 33 Barclay St., N. T. For page aee Llat of Advertlsera. Leonard Seed Co., Chicago, 111. Beans, Peas, Sweet Com, Onion. For page see List of Advertisers. ■rhlegel t: Fottler Co., 26 & 27 So. Market St., Boston. For page aee List of Advertisers. B. F. Wlnteraon Co., Chicago. ■•ada for Plantamen, Nurserymen, Seeds- men. For page aee List of Advertlsera. A. C. Zvolanek, Ponnd Brook, N. J. Winter Flowering Sweet Peaa. For page see List of Advertisers. C. C. Morse ft Co., 48-56 Jackson St., Baa Francisco, Cal. For page aee List of Adyertlaera. O. V. Zangen, Hoboken, N. J. Giant Cyclamen Seed. For page see List of Advertlsera. H. B. Flske Seed Co., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. SII.KAUNE John C. Meyer & Co., Boston, Maaa, For page see List of Advertlsera SPHAGNITM MOSS Live Sphagnum moss, orchid peat aad •rchld baskets always on hand. Lager * Barren. Summit, N. J. ^ A^fnTl stock of moss on Tiahd all year around. Sphagnum moss, $1.50 per bale; sheet green moss, $2.50 per bbl.; clump moss, 75c. per hag. H. Kenney, 88 Rochee- ter Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. SPRAYERS Cbaa. J. Jager Co., Boston. Demlng Spray Pump. For page see List of Advertlsera. B. Hunt, 76-78 Wabash Av., Chicago^ lU. New Chicago Sprayer. For page see List of Advertisers. STEVIA Wood Bros., FlshkiU, N. T. For page fee List of Advertisers. SIXTEET PEAS A. C. Zvolanek, Bound Brook, N. J. Winter Flowering. For page aee List of Advertlseta, VEGETABLE PLANTS B. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Csl, White Marsh, Md. For page aee Llat of Advertlaen. VENTTLATINO APPARATUS Plerson U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. T. For page aee List of Advertlsem, Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., betweea 25th & 26th Sts., Chicago. The Advance Co., Richmond, Ind. For page see List of Advertisers. Quaker City Machine Co., Richmond, Ind. 20th Century Ventilating Arm. VENTILATING APPARATUS— VENTILATING MACHINERY, New Model encased, self-oUing gear; Standard Model Open Gear. Lord & Bornham, lin Broadway, N Y. VIOLETS. William Sim, Cllftondale. Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. WTLD SBCILAX B. A. Beaven, Evergreen, Ala. Southern Wild Smllai. For page see List of Advertlsera. -WIRED TOOTHPICKS W. J. Cowee, Berlin, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. WIBBWORK Seed ft Keller, 122 W. 26th St., N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Dnrand ft Marohu, Albany, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Wlrework. Write for our catalogac. Bolton ft Hunkel Co., Milwaukee, Wla. William E. BeUscher'a Wire Worka, 8S-M Broadway, Detroit, Mich. Wlrework — Compare our prices with othera Scranton Florist Snpply Co., 901 N. 7th St.. Scranton. Pa. 50 per cent less than manufacturing cost. Our specialty — 100 assorted designs, $10.00, H. Kenney, 88 Rochester Ave., Brooklyn, N. T. WHOLESALE FLORISTS Bantam N. F. McCarthy ft Co., 84 Bawley at„ Boa ton. For page see List of Advertlsera. B. M. Robinson ft Co., 15 Province tt. and 9 Chapman PI., Boston. For page tee List of Advertisers. Weldi Bros., 226 Devonshire St, BoateB. For page see List of Advertisers. BoHalo. N. T. WnUajm F. Kastlng Co., 883-S7 Bilicott SL. Buffalo, N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Ohieac* Chas. W. McKeller, 61 WabaA Ave., Chicago. For page see List of Advertlsera. Peter Relnberg. 51 Wabash Ave., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. B. F. Wlnterson CoTI 45-48 Wabash Ave- dlcago. For page see List of Advertlsera. WHOLESALE FLORISTS— Clucago — Contiuned PoShlmann Bros. Co., Morton Orove, lU. For page see Llat of Advertlaera. Boerber Bros., Atlas Block, 61 Wabaab Ave,, Chicago. For page see Llat of Advertisers. Cincinnati, Ohio The J. M. McCullougb's Sons Ce., CtadB- nati, Ohio. For page see List of Advertisers. OromireU. Conn. A. N. Pietson, Cromwell, Conn. For page aee Llat of Advertlaen. Detroit Utehlgsn Cut Flower Exchange, S8 aad dl Broadway, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertlaen. Mlnne&poliB Rice Bros., 116 N. eth St., MlnnrapfflU Minn. For page see List of Advertlaen. Bow Tork Ford Broa,, 48 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. B. H Froment, 67 W. 28th St., New Yask. For page see List of Advertlsen. Alex. J. Guttmau. 34 W. 2Sth St., Na« York. For page see Llat of Advertlsera. B. C. Horao, 66 W. 28tti St.. New Yart. For page see List of Advertisers. A. B. Langlahr, 65 W. 28th St., New Yock. For page see List of Advertisers. James McManns, 42 W. 28th St., New Yefft. For page see List of Advertisers. Jdhn I. Raynor, 49 W. 2Sth St., New Tack. For page see Llat of Advertlsera. W. F. Sheridan. 39 W. 2Sth St., New Tecfc. For page see List of Advertlsera. Moore, Hentz ft Nash, 35 and 67 W. Mtk St.. New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Wm. H. Kuebler, 28 Wllloii«bby St, Brooklyn. N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Mlllang Bros.. 41 W. 28th St.. New Tack. For page see List of Advertisers. John Young, 61 W. 28th St.. New Tack. For page see List of Advertlsen. Greater New York Florlata' Aasoclatloa, 162 Livingston St., Brooklyn, N. T. For page see List of Advertlsera. Fnnk MUIang, 56-57 W. leth St., Maw York, For page see List of AdTertlsers. PbUlp F. Kcssler, 66 ft 67 W. 2Stk St., New York. For page see List of Advertlsen. A. U Yonag ft Co., 64 W. 2Stb St., N. T. For page see List of Advertlsen. J. K. Allea, 106 W. 2Sth St., New Teck. For page ace List of Advertlaera. Charles Mlllang, 66 and 67 Weat 2etb St. New York. For page see List of Advertlsera. B. 8. Sllnn, Jr., 55-57 W. 26th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. PUIsdelpUa W. B. McKtoslck ft Bros., 1619-1611 stead St., Philadelphia. Pa. For page see List of Advertlsen. Leo Nleseen Co., 1209 Arch St., Philadel- phia, Pa. For page see List of Advertlaen. The S. S. Pennock-Meehan Co., leOS-U- Ludlow St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertlsen. In writing fo Advarfisos kindly mention Horticidture 730 HORTICULTURE November 20, 1909 New Offers in This Issue. COLD FRAME MATS. W. Elliott & Sons, New York, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. FORCING GLADIOLI. Arthur T. Bodcliugtou, New York, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. GARDEN HOSE. Henry A. Dreer, I'hlladelphiii, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. HOLLY, BOXWOOD AND HOLIDAY SUPPLIES. Henry M. Robiusou i; Co., Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. HOLIDAY SPECIALTIES, HOLLY, MISTLETOE, VELVET POINSET- TIAS, LAUREL WREATHS, GALAX, ETC. N. F. McCarthy & Co., Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. HYACINTHS, TULIPS, CROCUS, AND EVERGREENS. P. W. O. Schmitz, Prince Bay, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. LILIUM GIGANTEUM AND LILIUM MULTIFLORUM. Ralph M. Ward & Co., New York, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. NARCISSI, TULIPS, HYACINTHS, GLADIOLI, ETC. F. K. Pierson Co., Tarrytown-on-Hudson, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. ROSE NOVELTIES "LADY DUN- CAN" AND "DAYBREAK." Eastern Nurseries, Jamaica Plain, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. SURPLUS BULBS. W. E. Marshall & Co., New York, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. BASKET PLANTS. As subjects for planting in hanging baskets in conservatories, windows, and verandas, during the warmer months, I would call attention to some species of suitable plants which are in vogue in France and Germany. Among lobelias of the L. erlnus sec- tion are L. e. Hamburgia, L. littor- alis (true) and Kathleen Mallard. L. llttoralis has small, white flowers suc- ceeded by pretty fruits that are the chief ornaments of the plant. Ham- burgia has flowers of a dark blue color. Lobelia Richardsonii is a variety whch grows more freely than Ham- burgia, and the growths are longer. It is necessary before planting Hambur- gia and Kathleen Mallard in baskets, in order to encourage the plants to grow vigorously, to place them for a considerable period of time in an in- termediate temperature. The plants having made long growths should be afforded cool treatment, and spare feeding. Glechoma hederacea varie- gata is a much admired plant for small baskets. Muehlenbeckia complexa, sev- eral campanulas, viz., C. isophylla, C. fragilis, a useful plant, with root- leaves on long stalks, a profuse bloom- er; Othonna crassifolia, a native of Barbary, and a plant of distinct char- acter, the shoots and leaves smooth and glaucous and the habit spreading, blooms freely in the late spring months if planted In light rich soils. The flowers are yellow. FREDERICK MOORE. ORCHIDS AT ROYAL HORTICUL- TURAL SOCIETY. At the exhibition on Octobei' 26, Ed- ward V. Low arranged a group con- sisting largely of Cattleya labiata va- rieties which he has been collecting in South Amei'ica. The major proportion were white-flowered, excepting the lip. which is more or less colored purple. Those having the largest amount of This color were Cooksoniae, Mrs. R. .^shworth, Gilmouriae, and G. G. Whitelegge. Those with the least pur- ple were Reedleyensis, and Amesiana. Sander & Sons, St. Albans, had an exhibit rich in cattleyag. Very fine were C. Lord Rothschild var. delicata — its chief feature being thei stain of deep orange in the throat; C. Clarkiae = C. bicolor x C. labiata; a variety of C. Hardyana having a beautiful lip of a puiple tint; C. Empress Frederick var. Sanderae, a flower having white petals and sepals, and lip white at the margin; tliroat orange on the in- side, lined with purple. Several cypri- pediums were deserving of notice, viz.: Minos, San Actaeus, insigne Lindeni, and J. Wilson Potter. Charlesworth & Co. showed Cattleya Empress Frederick gigantea, a flower measuring 6 inches across; the sepals and petals of an uniform light purple tint, the lip lobed and fringed bright purple in front, throat orange lined with purple; Odontioda Bradshawiae and Cypripedium Madame Alfred Bleu. Messrs. J. Veitcli & Sons showed Cy- pripedium Elatior Rex (Award of Merit) ; Cattleya porphyrophlebia = C. intermedia X C. superba; Brasso-cat- tleya Digbyana gigas. In Cypher & Son's collection we noted: Cattleya Mantiuii nobilior, Cy- pripediums Milo Westonbirt var. Eury- ades, Leeanum magnificum, nitens magnificum, some forms of C. insigne, as Commander-in-Chief and Laura I'.lmball, and the singular looking Phaio - Oymbidium Chardwarense, 7.'hose sepals and petals are orange and lip brownish purple, the flower al- most circular. Lieut. -Col. Holford received the So- ciety's gold medal for a group of or- chids of the finest quality. An award of merit fell to him for Cypripedium Beacon = C. Lowianum x nitens Lee- anum. Mr. Bath of Wisbech received an award of merit for the American carnation named May Day. Shrubby veronicas as standards 3 feet in height and small bushes were shown in bloom by Mr. H. B. May, Upper Edmonton The standards were formed in three years from the time of grafting and were distinctly ornamental. FREDERICK MOORE. Little Ads Bring Big Returns Little ads in our Classified Columns bring big returns to both advertiser and purchaser. Anything that can he sold to florists, gardeners, park and cemetery superin- tendents, etc., can be sold through this medium in this department, and at very small cost. Don't fail to read them each issue, for you will find one or more that will prove profitable to you. I They Cost Only One Cent a Word Undlsplayed AN INTERESTING NURSERY. On Thuisday, November 11th, a few friends paid a visit to Messrs. Farqu- liar's nursery at Roslindale, Mass. As- sembling at Horticultural Hall, Bos- ton, they were met by Messrs: Parqu- har and conveyed in automobiles. The route embraced a goodly portion of the i)arl-; system. Late as the season wa-j, many trees and shrubs were still in good foliage and fruit; particularly fine were large bushes of the beauti- ful Coruus florida. In Franklin Park the contrast between the red-brown of the oaks and the dark green of the conifers was very striking. Messrs. Farquhar's new nursery con- sists of a long, narrow valley flanked by low hills. On one of these latter (he greenhouse and other buildings are situated. One house, filled with negonia Gloire de Lorraine, some 300 ft. long .and every plant one mass of tiov/ers, created general admiration. Other houses were filled with cycla- mens, primulas, Boston ferns, arau- c.arias and miscellaneous decorative plants. In one of the greenhouses and in many pits we noted thousands of seed- lings of the new Chinese plants intro- duced by the Arnold Arboretum. All of these were too small to form any accurate Idea of their merits, but the variety is unquestionably g^reat and many look decidedly interesting. We noted nice young plants of Clematis rubens with Its very distinct dark fol- iage often marbled with white; also Clematis Armandi, an evergreen in some respects resembling Clematis in- divisa. We also noted many species of Vitis, and two — V. Henryana with crimson foliage striped white and V. Thomsoni with dark scarlet leaves — were very attractive. The seedling Rhododendrons from China, of which Messrs. Farqtihar have thousands, are full of interest and even in their pres- ent yotmg state exhibit much variety. These Chinese introductions promise great things, and if only a very moder- ate percentage prove adaptable to the climate of this vicinity they must have a great effect in the adornment of our gardens and parks of the future. The soil in the valley of this new nursery is pure peat of great d-^pth, and peat-loving plants generally thrive in it amazingly. We noted several fine plots of dwarf rhododendrons, well- budded and equally fine beds of kin- dred plants. Men were busy lifting the bulbs of Lilium auratum, L. speciosum and its varieties, L. tigrinum and others, and the bulbs generally were an exceptionally fine sample. Dahlias and other tender tuberous plants were already lifted and stood in well man- aged sheds. The whole of the stock at this Ros- lindale Nursery is in splendid condi- tion, and reflects the greatest credit on the proprietors and their competent staff. It is evident that a perfect un- derstanding exists between employer End employes, for without the hearty co-operation of all concerned such re- sults could not be obtained. Light refreshments were served to the visitors at the Nursery and a din- ner followed afterwards at the Parker House. Messrs. Parquhar have the happy knack of doing all things well and one and all of the guests were in- debted to them for a most interesting and thoroughly enjoyable afternoon. W. H. B. November 20, 1909 HORTICULTURE 731 List of Advertisers Page Advance, The Co.736 Allen J. K 725 Am. Nursery (Eng.) 702 Americau Wood- enware Mfg. Co 734 Aschmann G....714 Bangor Box Co. .721 Banner J. L 725 Barrows H. H. & Son 716 Baur & Smith... 703 Bayersdorfer H. & Co 722 Beaven B. A 725 Berrydale Ex- periment Gar- dens 717 Bobblnk & At- kins 714 Boddlngton A. T.719 Boston Cut Flower Co 721 Boston Florist Letter Co 721 Boston Plate and Window Glass Co 733 Bowe M 720 Breck Joseph & Sons 719 Breitmeyer's J. Sons 720 Brldgeman's Seed Warehouse ...710 Brown A. C 703 Burpee W. A. & Co 719 Carrlllo & Bald- win 716 Chicago Carna- tion Co 703 Clarke's David Sons 720 Cowee W. J 725 Craig, Robt., Co. 702 Crawbuck Geo. W 724 Danker F. A 720 Dawson Harry S. 704 Dingee & Conard Co 702 Doane, Geo. B. .735 Dorner F. & Sons Co 703 Dow Geo. E 719 Dreer H. A.. 711-734 Dunlop John H..720 Durand & Ma- rohn 724 Dysart R. J 721 Eastern Nurser- ies 704 Edgar W.'w.' !.' !716 Edwards Folding Box Co 722 Elliott Wm. & Sons 715 Esler J. G 735 Ernest W. H 734 Byres 720 Farquhar R. & J. & Co 719 Femwood Nur- series 714 Piske H. E. Seed Co 719 Foley Mfg. Co.. 735 Ford Bros 724 Ford C. S 703 Froment H. B...724 Galvln Thos. F. .721 Greater N. Y. Florists' Associa- tion 724 Grey T. J. Co... 719 Gnde Bros. Co.. .720 Guttman Alex J. 724 Hail Association. 735 Hartmann HJal- mar & Co 719 Hauswirth the FIori.st 720 Heaeoek Jos. Co. 716 Herbert 703 Hews A. H. & Co 734 Hllfinprer Bros. ..734 Hill, The E. G. Co 703 Hltchlngs & Co.. 736 Hoerber Bros 722 Hoffman 720 Page Home Corre- spondence School ....719-735 Horan B. C 724 Hunt A. B. & Co 703 Hunt Bros 703 Hunt B. H 733 Jacobs S. & Sons 735 Jager Chas. J. Co 733 Kasting W. F. Co 725 Kentucky Tobac- co Product Co. 733 Kervan Co 724 Kessler P. F 724 King Cons. Co.. 735 Knopf Chas 703 Krlck W. C 725 Kroeschell Bros. Co 735 Kuebler Wm. H.724 Lager & HniTell.716 Langjahr, A. H. .724 Leesley Bros.... 702 Leonard Seed Co.710 Leuthv A. & Co. 714 Littlefleld H. F..703 Lord & Bum- ham Co 736 McCarthy N. F. & Co 716-725 UacMulkin B 720 M a p e s Rustic Works 721 Marshall W E...716 Matthews, The Florist 721 McConnell, Alex.. 720 McCullough's J.' M. Sons Co„..722 McKellar C. W..722 McKenua P. & Sons 720 McKlsslck, W. E. & Bros 722 McMauus Jas....724 Meyer J. C. & Co.725 Mlchell H. F. Co.718 M 1 c h 1 g an Cut Flower Ex 725 Miilang Bros 724 Mlllang Charles.. 724 Miilang Frank. ..724 Miller E. S 714 Monlnger J. C. . .735 Moore, Hentz & Nash 724 Morse C. C. & Co.719 Murray Samuel.. 720 New Eng. Nur- series 702 Niessen Leo Co. .722 Oechslin Frank... 716 Ordonez Bros. . . . 716 Ouwerkerk P 706 Palethorpe P. R. Co 733 Palmer W. J. & Son 720 Park Floral Co.. 720 Parshelsky Bros. 735 Patten & Co.... 703 Pea cock Dahlia Farms 714 Pennock -Meehan Co 723 Perkins St. Nur- series 714 Peterson J. A. ..717 Pierce F. O. Co. .734 Plerson A. N., Inc 714 Plerson F. R. Co.717 Plerson U Bar Co 736 Pittsburgh Cut Flwr. Co., Ltd.72o Poehlmann Bros. Co 722 Pollworth C. C. Co 721 Pratt B. G. Co., 733 Rayner I. M 715 Ravnor John T. .724 Reed .t Keller. . .724 Relnberg Peter. .722 Renter S. J. & Son. Inc 703 Rice Bros 722 RIckards Bros. ..719 Page Robinson H. M. & Co 713 Rock Wm. L. Flo. Co 720 Roehrs Julius Co. 702-714-710 Roland, Thos 714 Rolker August & Sons 734 Rosens 724 Sander & Son. ..716 Schlegel & Fot- tler Co 719 Schmidt J. C 702 Schmitz F. W. O. 711 Schulthels A 714 Schultz Jacob... 720 Scott, John 715 Sharp, Partridge & Co 733 Sheridan W. P. .724 Slggers & Slg- gers 735 Sim Wm 703 Skldelsky & Ir- win 702 Sllnn B. S., Jr. .725 Smith Elmer D. & Co 703 Smith W. & T. Co 702 Smyth Wm. J... 720 Standard Plate Glass Co 735 Stearns A. T. Lumber Co. . . .735 Stoothoff H. A.. 733 Page Stumpp & Wal- ter Co 733 Syracuse Pottery Co 734 Tailby 721 Talmadge G. E..713 Thorbum J. M. & Co 719 Totty Chas. H..702 Valentine J. A.. 720 Vlcks Jas. Sons. 717 Vincent B. Jr. & Sons 703-719 Wallls Ed 703 Wants, For Sale, etc 731 Ward B. M. & Co 715 Waterer John & Sons 702 Welch Bros 722 Wilson 720 Winterson, E. F. Co 722 Wood Bros 703 Yokohama Nur- series 714 Young A. L 725 Young John 724 Young & Nugent. 720 Zangen O. V 719 Zlnn Julius A... 721 Zvolanek A. C..719 Obituary, Samuel J. Thompson. Samuel J. Thompson, florist, died on November 8 in his apartments over his store at 532 S. Fourth avenue, Louisville, Ky. Thos. McKenna Ulam. Thos. McKenna Ulam, formerly of Elliott & Ulam, and later in the flor- ist business for himself at Pittsburgh, died at his home, 507 Edgewood ave., Pittsburgh, Pa., Nov. 3, aged 47 years. He leaves one brother and two sisters and is also survived by his mother, Mrs. Harriet Ulam. August W. Steineke. August W. Steineke, Woodmere, Mich., who for many years conducted a florist's business under the firm name of A. W. Steineke & Son, died Novem- ber 5, aged G5 years. He was bom in Kronigsberge, Germany, and came to this country 36 years ago. He leaves a widow and his mother, who is over 90 years of age. Ernest H. Schmiedel. Ernest Heinrich Schmiedel was born July 5, 1846, in Doeblin, Saxony, Ger- many, and has been located in Am- erica about 25 years. He has been employed by the city of Harrisburg, Pa., for a number of years as a florist. He died, Sunday, Oct. 31, of cancer of the stomach. He leaves a wife, one daughter and three sons, all of Harrisburg. iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniu| I WANTS, FOR SALE, ETCl S Advertisements in this column one s S cent a word. Initiab count as 'wordc S S Cash with order. AU correspondence S = addressed "care HORTICUL- = = TURE" should be sent to H Ham- S S ilton Place, Boston. B lliiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiim HELP WANTED HORTICULTURE needs a wld*- awal feet between Jackson boule- vard and Randolph has been presented to the council. The annual meeting of the' Outdoor Improvement Association will be held at Champaign. 111., Nov. 18th and llitli. Pres. James of the University of Illi- nois is much interested in this work and sent a special request to Mayor Busse to be present or to send a lep- resentation. Florists whose greenhouses are in close proximity to the railroads as well as all florists who desire to see Chicago more beautiful are just now greatly interested in the war againsl smoke. Smoke Inspector Paul P. Bird at a meeting last week was warmly congratulated on his success. Among other things Mr. Bird says, "It is won- derful how the public has awakened. Two years ago it was luke warm, now it is red hot." Mr. Bird said it would be well to have a school for men who do furnace firing in Chicago, as they do in England Chicago City Gardens Association will put 400 families in the way of raising their own vegetables on vac- ant lands next summer. Classes in gardening will be held this winter. The returns on the Harvester tract for the past season averaged $25 for each plot and expenses averaged $G. 95 per cent, of those taking plots carried the work through. The Outdoor Art League of Chicago, placed 5,000 window boxes the past year and compelled a number of own- ers of smoking chimneys to repair their furnaces. Milwaukee Show. A number of the leading giowers of Chicago exhibited at Milwaukee last week and some of them brought back various prizes. Bassett & Washburn took first on Rhea Reid rose, 1st on seedling car- nation No. 36, and 1st on O. P. Bas- sett carnation in two classes, the best 100 red, and the best variety dissem- inated in 1909. any color. About thirty Chicago florists at- tended the banquet at Milwaukee giv- en by the Milwaukee Florists' Club and had a royal good time, returning home Sunday evening after witnessing the close of the first big show held in Milwaukee. It was pronounced by all to have been a great success as an exhibit and when the financial returns are in no doubt the balance will be on the right side. A. C. Brown of Springfield, 111., originator and introducer of carnation Sangamo, is a Chicago visitor on his way home from the Milwaukee show, where he exhibited his prize winning carnation Sangamo. At the Chicago and the St. Louis shows this flower took first prizes. It is* a beautiful light pink. Notes. The late chrysanthemums are just coming In, Timothy Eaton and Golden Dome being the first arrivals. A. E. Hunt of Park Ridge is showing a fine vase of the Mary Tolman car- nation at the Flower Growers' Market. Mr. Hunt is the originator of this car- nation and is pleased with Its suc- cess at the Milwaukee show last week, where it received 1st prize in the class in which it was entered. It is a beautiful light pink with deeply fringed petals. Chicago papers of last week an- nounce the bankruptcy of the Emma Eaton Flower Shop with liabilities of $25,620.00 and assets $315.00. Harry Rowe, speaking for the retail business says he thinks we are slowly getting over the effects of the financial depression and believes that the busi- ness of the retail florist should be judged by the sale of flowers outside of the funeral trade. He is right. The Bohanan Floral Co. had their large window adorned entirely in yel- low and brown this week and the effect was very pleasing and seasonable. "The Flower Growers' Market will have $30,000 spent on its improvement in the spring," says the new manager John Sinner. The present narrow stairs will be replaced by two modern stairways and a better elevator will be installed.. Harry Clifton, of 373 N. 48th avenue, will soon have the new front to his retail store completed, making a great improvement. Another meeting of the retailers was held at the Flower Growers' Market, Nov. 11, to discuss the question of their exclusive right to the retail trade. A committee was appointed to draft a set of resolutions and report at the next meeting. DURING RECESS. The Chicago Bowling Club had a spirited contest last Friday evening. The score was as follows: Carnations 7CS 708 715 TS. Roses 758 611 686 Orchids 673 661 680 vs. Violins 692 768 721 Chairman F. R Pierson of the S. A. F. Flower Show Committee has ap- pointed E. A. Stroud of Overbrook to succeed Edwin Lonsdale, whose re- moval to California has made a va- cancy on the committee. A SUGGESTION FOR FALL PLANT- ING. I have often wondered why it is that floiists serving suburban customers— those that have more or less garden space about their homes — do not make a greater cttoit to develop a demand lor hardy material. They work hard to push the sale of bedding plants at a time of the year when all are more than busy, cccup\ing greenhouse room and expensive help, with cost of pots, etc., added and at prices that scarcely moro than cover the expense of rais- ing the stuff, yet they pay no attention to the opportunity for a good profit calling for no expense in time or labor which lies in selling lily of the valley roots in fall and other things which are easily cared for in the garden, such as the irises, and yield a profusion of beautiful fragrant flowers. Everybody likes these things, and the only reason why they are not planted everywhere l.«! that the florist does not bring them forward properly. Brother florist, try it. Set forth to your customers the cheapness of these roots, the ease with which they can be grown on any kind of soil in shade or sunshine, one plant- ing sufficing tor several years, increas- ing fast, giving a profusion of fine flowers and not requiring the care and expense of keeping bedding plants at- tr.actlve. I have noticed In HORTI- CULTURE'S advertisements how cheaply the above mentioned and simi- lar stock can be bought in quantity, leavingl a good profit on retail sales, and I know from my own experience how little effort It takes to talk the people into buying and giving orders for planting. There is still time to do considerable this fall. ' McA. PERSONAL. Arthur Bodwell has taken a position with J. H. Ti-oy, New York. He was formerly gardener on the estate of the late William Barr, Llewellyn Park N. J. Sam Lundy, formerly with the Hoe- kel Floral Co., is now representing W. A. Manda of South Orange, N. J., on the Pacific coast. Walter R. Manson of Akron and Cleveland, Ohio, is now in the em- ploy of John Walker of Youngstown, Ohio, as manager of his greenhouses. E. Philpott is visiting Duluth and Minneapolis where he will spend a tew days before returning to his home in Winnepeg. James F. M. Farquhar, of Boston, sailed on Nov. 17 from. New York on the Lusitania for a brief European business trip. Visitors in New York: H. E. Fiske, T.oston, Mass.: Philip Freud of H. F. Michell, Phila.; Harry Holmes, of the Holmes' Seed Store, Harrlsburg, Pa.; lames Comont, of Merrs. Carter, Dun- nett & Beale, London, Eng. Visitors in Boston— H. S. De Forest. of Pierson U-Bar Co., New York; E. J. Fancourt of Pennock-Meehan Co.. Phila; Paul Berkowitz of H. Bayeis- rtorfer & Co., Phila; A. C. Zvolanek, Bound Brook, N. J.; F. R. Pierson, Tariytown, N. Y. November 20, 1909 HORTICULTURE 733 Tobacco Paper IS THE STRONGEST, BEST PACKED, EASIEST APPLIED. 24 skeeU $ 0.75 144 (heeU 3.50 288 tlieeU 6.50 1728 ihMiU 35.10 "NICO-FUME" Furnishes the Most Nicotine for the Money ... naoufacturcd bj ... THE KEirrUCKT TOBACCO PRODUCT CO., LouisrUlc, Kj. LIQUID OYER 40% mCOTINE By far th« CHEAPEST. JUST NOTE PRICE! Pint $ 1.80 yi Gjaion S.S0 Gallon 10.50 5 Gallon. 47.28 BUSINESS CHANGES. McCook, Neb. — March & Johnson have acquired the houses recently owned by McCook Greenhouses. They include about 6,000 feet of glass. Detroit, Mich. — The business of A. W. Steineke, formerly conducted under the firm name of Steineke & Sons, will hereafter be carried on by John Warneke under his own name. NEWS NOTES. Pasadena, Cal. — The Park Nursery Co. will remove from their old loca- tion at 190 VV. Colorado St. to Rose Ave. and Pasqual St. Jesse R. Vore and A. S. Hollingsworth have pur- chased the interest of their partner, T. E. Gould. The manufacturers of Aphine are arranging for an exhibition and test of the merits of their insecticide to be given in New York city the early part of December. All interested in horticulture will be welcome on the occasion, the date of which will be advertised in due time. Any growers having plants infested with disease or insects on which they would care to have test made as to the effective- ness of Aphine will be accommodated if they will forward their specimens to the place of exhibition. WIZARb TR«l>r ^^K^lil.^^ MURK Dried, ecreened and packed in bags ot 100 lbs. each. PULVERIZED SHEEP MANURE PUKE . UNIFORM KELIABtlS A strong and quick acting manure, highly recommended for carnations and chrysanthemums. SHREDDED CATTLE MANURE EASY TO HANDLE AND A PPLf Stronger and better in every way than rough manure. Ijasts mue^ longer on the benches. Uneqvialled te»- mulching and feeding roses, Uqul* manuring and mixing with bench aii4 potting soil. Used by all the largMt growers. Ask Your Supply Man or Write Us for Circulars and Prices. THE Pulverized Manure Go. 31 Union Stock Yards CHICAGO New Chicago Sprayer- This sprayer is made of aluminum with two brass plat«e, one fln«, one coarse. These are etislly removed and quickly cleaned. Spraying face 4% Inches wide, nozzle 6^ Inckea long; % inch pipe connec- tions. These sprayers will never we«r out and are said by users to be the finest on the market Send to us for testimonials from growers using them. Price $2.50 Each £. H. Hunt, 76-78 Wabash Ave., Chicago, III. SCALECIDE Will positively destroy SAN JOSE SCALE and all soft bodied sucking insects without injury to the tree. Simple, more effective and cheaper than Lime Sulphur. Not an experiment. One pnllon mabea 16 to *iO gallons spray h; slnn.ly adding water. Send for Booidet, "Orcha^ Insurance." B. G. PRfln CO.. 50 CHURCH ST., HEW YORK CITV. The Best BugKillerand Bloom Saver For PROOF Write lo P.R.PaiethonieCo. OWENSIORO, KY. are easy to kill with The Fumigating Kind Tobacco Powder All our bags have our guarantee tag on the bag, reading "Satisfaction or Money Back," and this trade mark) $3.00 per bag 100 lbs. It costs I 5 cts. to thoroughly fumigate a house 100x25. We sell direct to the grower. The H. A. Stoothoff Co. Mount Vernon, N. Y. Which Spray Pump^ ^^^^^^" shall you boy? Bay the Spray Ptimp that folly meets the demands of the Government Agri cnltnral Solentlsts and all praetl cal Pralt Growers. These pumps ar© widely known as DERIING SPRAYERS and are made In 23 styles for nse In small g-ardens or immense orchards. Write for oar 1909 catalog with Spraying Chart. Add 4 cents poat- age and receive "Spraying for Profit," a useful gnlde book. CHARLES J. JAGtR CO. ltl-S85 FrukUa M., B««t«m SPRAYED I KILMDEAD f '■ '^- fThebestofaUjJ Wtobacco,^^^ dusts for#,li|,. 'mA. .Dusting or Hftimi^atiii^ ^ BO llM.. I.7S BOO lb*.. I4.0O 2C BartliT St. New Tork. In ordering goods pTease add "I saw it In HORTICULTURE." 734 HORTICULTURE November 20, 190& P^OKi HEWS STANDARD POTS \ POT MAKERS FOR 140 YEARS WORLDS LARGEST MANUFACTURERS | Pearson Street, LONG ISLAND CITY, N. Y. WRITE FOR CATALOGUE AND DISCOUNTS A. H. HEWS & CO., Inc. CAMBRIDGE, MASS. 4S2-460 No. Branch St.* CHICAGO, ILL. GREENHOUSES BUILDING OR CONTEMPLATED. Bellevue, Ore.— Mr. Frost, one house, 25x80. Adrian, Mich.— Wm. L. Snyder, one house, 23x60. Pasadena, CaU— Park Nursery Co.. three houses. Toledo, Ohio.— Krueger Bros., three houses, 30x350. East Liverpool, O. — Prank G. Chap- man, one house. Dighton, Mass. — J. Harvey Briggs, one house, 33x100. Columbus, Ohio.— Ralph A. Knight, two houses, 30x150. Canton, Ohio. — Brown Floral Co., two house.s, 36x200. Alliance, Ohio. — Lamborn Floral Co., four houses, 30x300. Philadelphia, Pa. — Robert Crawford, conservatory, 22x75. McCook, Neb. — L. M. Best, four houses, 25x100 feet. Toledo, Ohio. — Mrs. Ewald Suder, two houses, 37x130. "Providence, R. I. — William Hay, at Oaklawn, new houses. STANDARD FLOWER POTS Pbcked ia tmalt crates, easy to handle. Price per crate 144 6 in. pots in crate $3.16 120 7 *' " 4.20 608 " ** 3*0 HAND MADE 48 9 in. potE in crate $3.60 48 10 " " 4.80 34 II " ** 3.60 24 la " " 4.80 12 14 " " 4. Bo 616 " " 4.50 Seed pans, same price as pots. Send for price list of Cylinders for Cut flowers. Hanging Baskets, Lawn Vases, etc Ten percent. o0 for cash with order. Address Hllfln^er Bros., Pottery, Fort Edward,N.y. Aogust Rolktr I Som. AgU. 11 Barclay St. N. Y. GIty. Syracuse Red Pots ALL THE STANDARD SIZES It will soon be time to order large pots for fall potting. We have a full line of the best. Syracuse Pottery Co.> sy«,*«v"»B- I— STANDARD FLOWER — If your greenhouses are within 500 miles of the Capitol, write us, we can save you money, W. H. ERNEST — 28th,t M Sts,, - Washington, D. C. — imerican Flower and Tree Tub. Price per crate tsoe*in.pou 1500 «5< " •ScoaX " in crate $4.88 " 6.00 10003 " 800354 " " 5.°° " 5.80 •004 " 4564% :: 3»os " ilosH " Sandusky, Ohio.— John P. Richard- son, three houses, 20x90. Maumee, Ohio.— C. W. Morduff, two vegetable houses, 30x150. Gardner, Mass.— Georg'e E. Tourtel- lot, vegetable forcing house. Walla Walla, Wash.— Walla Walla Floral Co., two houses, 34x200. Newburg, N. Y. — Yuess Garden Com- pany, house, 35x150; one 30x235. Columbus, Ohio. — Riverside Floral Co., two houses, one 30x100, the other 24x60. Columbus, Ohio. — Munk Floral Co., one house, Moninger construction, 22x100. Colorado Springs, Col. — Frank F. Crump, violet and chrysanthemum house, 21x150. Salem, Ohio.— W. A. Cogill, three houses. 31x120; also one 15x65, and two others 20x50 and 25x65. No. Top. Deep Price 1 13!^ 12 $1.00 2 WA 14 1.25 .3 16 16 1,50 4 19 18 2.00 5 21 20 3,00 fi 25 ?? 4.00 7 2i% 24 5.50 Ths AmericanWoodenware Mfg.Co TOLEDO. OHIO NEWS NOTES. San Francisco, Cal. — T. Moses has opened a wholesale flower market at 347 Bush street. Des Moines, la.— The Rush Floral Co. has sold a half interest in the business to Frank Stevens. Elkhart, Ind.— Mrs. B. M. Bullock gave a chrysanthemum exhibition at her greenhouses last week. Mankato, Minn.— The Windmiller Floral Co. gave a flower show Nov. 16 at the Mankato Theatre. Frankfort, Ind. — The formal open- ing of the Monticello Floral Company, of which Cloyo Levitzer is proprietor, was a decided success. Zanesville, Ohio. — Peters & Reed, flower pot manufacturers, intend to erect a new warehouse this coming spring, to be 25x100. Crawfordsville, Ind. — McDonald & Steele hold their annual flower show in the West Main street office of the Y. M. C. A. building, Nov. 19 and 20. Asbury Park, N. Y. — Alexander Ben- son, 40 years of age, an employe of N. A. Corlin, was recently killed in an accident caused by being struck by an express train of the Pennsyl- vania railroad at Deal Beach, Nov. 1. Gustav Venstrand, age 20, who was with him, was seriously injured. The Gibson Nurseries of Portland, Ore., has been awarded the grand prize for roses by the Alaska-Yukon Pacific Exhibition, and the beds plant- ed by this company are to be left as a permanent decoration. FIRE RECORD. Hartford, Conn.— J. Albert Brod- rib's greenhouses were destroyed by fire on Saturday evening last. Woodbury, N. J.— Lewis C. Duncan, engaged in the cultivation of vege- tables under glass, met with a loss of about $5,000 to his greenhouses. The fire Is supposed to have been of in- cendiary origin. Lebanon, Pa.— B. Yost suffered a severe loss by fire last week, losing not alone his greenhouses but also his home. The fire was supposed to be of incendiary origin. Loss $5,000. with no insurance. Springfield, Mo. — C. E. Smith, a seed expert from Washington, D. C, has been secured by the Springfield Seed Co. to inspect the seeds shipped by them. A new testing laboratory and refrigerator are being installed at their store and Mr. Smith will have charge of the laboratory. PATENTS GRANTED. 939,539. Pipe Coupling. Frank C. Parlow, Detroit, Mich. 939.592. Sash Bar Construction for Skylights in Greenhouses. James F. M. Farquhar, Boston, Mass. 939,740. Fruit Packing Device. Frank- lin B. Pease, Rochester, N. Y. 939,765. Rotary Lawn Rake. Charles Walte, Louisville, Ky. 939,926. Lawn Mower Trimming At- tachment. Henry Smith, Bellingham, Wash. DREER'S Florist ' peclalties. Xew Uraod New Style. Hose 'RIVBBTON" Furnished in lenghts up to 500 ft. without scam or The HOSE for the FLORIST •4. inch, per ft., 15 c Reel of 500 ft., '* J4,%c 2 Reels, 1000 ft.," 14 c 5^-inch, *' 13 c Reels, 500 ft., *' I2j4c Couplings furnished. HENRY A. DREER. 714 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, Pa. A STIC A ^ USE IT NOW. F. 0. PIERCE Ce. 12 W.BROADWAY NEW YORK riastlca Is elastic and tenacious, admits of ex- pansion and contraction. Putty becomes hard and brittle. Broken glass more easily removed without breaking of other glass as occurs with hard putty. Lasts longer than putty. Easy to apply. '-»**»*^r'in«r"*********^^^^**» Holds Class Firmly See the Point 49* PEERLESS 61*Klnff Points are th«beBi. No rights or lefts. Box o( 1,000 poioU 75oU. poitpald. HENBT A. DREER, 114 ChertBBt St., FhlU., P». November 2ii, 1909 flORTlCULTURi: 735 KROESGHELL BOILER MADE OF FIRE BOX FLANGE PLATE Can not Crack ^iter Space in Front, Sides and Baci( Tlie Mast Popuiar Boiier Made SEND FOR GArALOGUE. KROESGHELL BROS. GO. 466 Erie St., CHICAGO, ILL. UTuytblnc for OreVDboose BoUdtnc Write for Infor- mation and In Widths from 14 feet o inches to 54 feet o inches. Withont posts. KINO TRUSS SASH BAR HOUSES. IRON GUTTERS AND EAVES. IRON AND CYPRESS BENCHES. VENTILATING MACHINERY. KING CONSTRUCTION CO. NORTH TONA WANDA, N. Y. The Advance Ventilating Maciiine IS made of the best material. It is neat, strong, i It is compact. It is unexcelled. It is powerful. It is mechanically built. It is easily operated. It has no wearing parts. Ask a florist who owns one and see if it isn't highly recom- mended to you as being the best machine on the market. Write tor prices. They are very rea- sonable. We can save you money and give you better, or best for the same. The Advance Go. RICHMOND. IND. SASH BARS 32 feet or longer HOT BED SASH PECKY CYPRESS BENCH LUMBER CYPRESS GREENHOUSES ERECTED AND EQUIPPED COMPLETE IF DESIRED Write for Circular "D" and Prices The A. T. STEARNS LIMBER CO. NEPONSET, BOSTON, MASS. STANDARD PLATE GLASS CO. rianufacturers — Importers — Jobbers NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY FRENCH OR AMERICAN GREENHOUSE GLASS LOWEST PRICES ON REQUEST 26-30 Sudbury St. BOSTON, HASS. 61-63 Portland St. GLASS Our Specialty Cau iuterest you with our prices all the time; we ask you to write us. "Result," "Satisfaction." Sharp, Partridge & Co., Chicago, III. BOSTON PLATE & WINDOW GLASS CO. GREENHOUSE GLASS """*~ ^^^ 261 to 287 A Street BOSTON AMERICAN 20 to 22 Canal Street «s. JA.OOBS «fc Irwin Co., 1215 Betz BIdg.. PHILA . PA. JOHN WATERER & SON, Ltd. American Nursery Bagshot, England Are Specialists in the REALLY HARDY VARIETIES of Rhododendron Hybrids and in Select Varieties of Hardy Border Plants ROBERT CRAIG CO. POSES, PALMS, and novelties In Decorative Plants MARKET and 49th STREETS., PHILADELPHIA, PA. LEESLEY BROS. Ornamental Trees, Shrubs and Hardy Plants Wholesale Catalogue Free Upon Application N. 40tli and Peterson Ave., CHICAGO, ILL. TlieDlnpB&,COnarilCO.WG[0Ve PANSY PLANTS From my well-known strain, none bet- ter; also DAISIES (bellis) and FOR- GET-ME-NOT, fine plants, $2.00 per 1000. LETTUCE GRAND RAPIDS, BIG BOSTON, $1.00 per 1000. J. C. SCHIMIDT, BRISTOL, PA. American Grown Roses Fruit and Ornamental Trees, Shrubs, Small Fruits, Clematis, Evergreens. Write for Trade List. W. & T. SMITH CO. Geneva. N. Y. HOLLAND NURSERffiS^ Best Hardy Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Conifers, Clematis, H. P. Roses, Shrubs, and Herba- ceous Plants. A SPECIALTY Box Trees ""> <>»>« EVERGREENS tor Tubs »°<^ Boxes Our Prices are Always Right — Catalog Pre. THE NEW ENGLAND NURSERIES, Inc. P. OUWERKERK, " 6 Jaoe St. . Weehawken Hgti. P. 6. No. 1. Hoboken, N. J. DAHLIAS -GLADIOLUS 4(10 Varieties Dahlias. Selections from the best the Coimtry affords. Gladi- olus in mixture, in quantities from 1 doz. to 100.000. Order early for spring 1910. Cataloguf Free J. L. MOORE, Northboro, Mass. November 27, 1909 HORTICU LTURl:. 739 GERANIUMS Our Standard List contains 42 Double and Semi-DDuble Varieties, representing the very cream of the World, is the fiaest collection ever offered to the Americin trade, in good 2 in. stock at $2.00 per 100 ; $18.50 per 1000; in lots of not less than 1000 and not less than 100 of a kind, except in the following Special Offer. We will send 1000 In 20 distinct varieties, our selection, for $18.50. We have been sending out these collections for a number of years and are willing to stake our reputation on them. We have a large stock of Lantanas, Fuchsias, Lemon Verbenas, Alyssum, Coleus, Double Lobelia, etc., $2.00 per 100, and are not in much danger of being sold out. R. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., white marsh, md. CARNATIONS Field Grown Plants Pru. Scelye, White Lawson, Pink Lawson, 1st size I St size zd size Per 100 $5.00 5 00 4.00 Per rooo $40.00 40.00 MISCELLANEOUS Per 100 Stevla CompactB, field grown, $6.00 Asparagus Plumosa. from 3^ in. pots «.00 " 3 •' •* 6 00 Seod for Catalogue of Roses, own root and grafted, and other miscellaneous stock WOOD BROTHERS FISHKILL, N.Y. PEONIES Send for our list- The very choicest Commerei^l Varieties. FIELD CARNATIONS Pure White Enchantress Afterglow, Winona, Winsor, splendid plants, $6 per 100, $50 per 1000 THE E. G. HILL CO., Richmond, Indiana. FIELD CROWN CARNATION PLANTS Winsor and Winona, extra fine, $5 00 per 100. H. F. LITTLEFIELD, Worcester Mass. CARNATIONS F. DORNER & SONS CO. La Fayette, Ind. BiOOTEH* CUI'TIlVGia!* Geraniums, S. A. Nutt, Ricard, Perkins, Buck ner, $i,oo per kjo Carnations, Knchaotress, $1.50 per loo. Boston Market, Red Sport, $1.00 per 100. Double White Petunia, hardy Pinks. Vinca Var,, Salvia Bonfire, 75c. penoo. Ager- atum. Lobelia K. Mallard, 60c. per 100. Scotil Ferns, $1.00 per 100. Aquilegi s. Coreopsis Digitalis. Sweet Williams. Pansles Giant Prize, 50c. per roo. EDWARD WALLIS, AtCO, N.J. HERBERT, ATGO, N.J. DAHLIAS Every Day In the Year SHiVSTTA. Come and see Shasta growing, and be convinced that It Is the greatest monej making carnation In sight today. In point of freedom It excell. any variety erer Introduced. Carries more buds right now than most varieties produce In a whole season. The quality Is there, too. High score everywhere. 89 points at the A. C. S. meet last January. Can be seen at either Indianapolis or Tewksbory. Booking orders now for Jan. delivery $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. PATTEN & CO. Tewksbury, Mass. BAUR & SMITH Indianapolis, - Ind. New, brilliant, glistening pink carnation for J9J0 $12.00 per lOO. $100.00 per lOOO A. C. BROWN, CHICAGO CARNATION CO. Springs Id, ill. Joliet, 111. A New Seedling Carnation light pink, overlaid with a deep rose pink, the color extending over the petals from the center almost to the edge. The most attractive Novelty for 1010. $12.00 per 100 ; $100.00 per lOOO. Chicago Carnation Co., A. T. PYFER. Manager. Joliet, UI. MARY TOLMAN A NEW LIGHT PINK CARNATION FOR 1910 $12.00 per 100. SIOO.CQ per 1000. A. E. HUNT & CO., Evanston, III. CHICAGO CARNATION CO., Joliet, III. HUNT BROS., Park Ridge, III. A new carnation of grtat promise for 1910. Clear, pleasing pink. Every one who has seen this variety likes it. $12.00 per 100, $100.00 per 1000. CHAS. KNOPF FLORAL CO. S. J. REUTER & SON, Inc. Richmond, Ind. Westerly, R. I. SMITH'S Ghrysantlieniuni Manual By Elmer D. Smith The most practical work of its kind. 40c prepaid Elmer D. Smitii & ro., Atirlan, Mich. CHARLES H. TOTTIT Wholesale Florist Chrysanthemum Novelties My Specialty Madison, N. J. THE CONSTANT A New Seedling Carnation of Wonderful Merit. Will be offered to the trade in Februay, igio. For description, price, etc., see "Horticulture," issue of Novenitjer 6th. ^ C_ rf\W>W\ PloriBts Supplies, ( Est W. 9. rUKLI Novelties, Etc. ( 1881 P.O.Box4515. West Park, Phila., Pa. RUiHERFORD, N. J. PHOENIX and KENTIAS 740 HORTICULTURE November 27, 1909 Two Splendid ROSE. NOVELTIES Raised by JACKSON DAWSON NOW OFFERED FOR SALE FOR THE FIRST TIME LADY DUNCAN Rosa Wichura- iana f e r 1 1 Uzed with Rosa nigosa. Absolutely hardy. WINNER. of the Silver Medal of the M a s s a chusetts Horticultural So- ciety 1900. One of the finest hardy ramblers ever raised. Has the pros- trate long ram- pant growth of the mother, while the Rugosa blood shows In the foli- age, spines and flowers, the petals being a warm, lively pink and making a dell ghtful con- trast to the yel- low stamens. DAYBREAK Wlchuraiana type, formerly known as seedling No. 7 (Wichuraiana X The Dawson). A vigorous grower, profuse bloomer and easy forcer. Foliage ght yellowish green. Hardy as far north as Canada. Flowers single, in loosely pyramidal clusters. Color deep yellowish pink, a shade darker than Lady Duncan, slightly lighter tint towards centre. Stamens very bright orange. Flowers full, round cupped. See illustration of plant in issue of November 6. EVERY NURSERYMAN AND EASTER PLANT FORCER "WILL "WANT THESE TW^O NE"W ROSES. Stock limited, order now for prompt delivery. PRICES — Strong three-year-old plants, $1.00 each; $10.00 per dozen. Two-year-old plants, $1.00 each ; $ o.co per dozen. We carry a very large stock of fine Conifers, Deciduous Trees and Shrubs and Hardy Herbaceous Perennials. EASTERN NURSERIES Henry S. Dawson, Mgr. JAMAICA PLAIN, MASS. November 27, 1909 HORTICULTURE 741 Notes From the Arnold Arboretum Next to Vitis and its allies the most important genus of vines is Clematis of which already several new spe- cies have been mentioned in previous issues. The most beautiful of all the new forms of this genus is undoubt- edly Clematis montana var. ruhens differing from the type of the species which has been in cultivation since a long time in its larger and rosy red flowers produced in great profusion during the summer; also the leaves and the stem are tinged more or less purplish; the leaves are trifoliate with ovate, long-pointed leaflets fur- nished with a few large teeth. Another new variety is C. montana var. Wilsoni, distributed first by Veitch as C. repens, but the true C. repens is quite different and not in cultivation. The var. Wilsoni has pure white flowers, like the type, but they are much larger, meas- uring two to three inches in diameter, and it flowers in August instead of in spring, which much enhances its value, a^ not many shrubs are in bloom at that time. Another new variety is C. montana var. sericea with pubescent leaves and large white flowers. A very strik- ing and distinct new species is the evergreen Clematis Arrnandi with long-stalked dark green trifoliate leaves and white flowers, rosy pink on the back and nearly two inches in diameter, borne in large axillary panicles; the leaflets are ovate-lanceolate, from four or five inches in length and quite entire. Clematis Oouriana has pionate leaves with five ovate leaflets from two to three inches long, entire or with a few teeth and green on both sides ; the petioles and the young stems are purple; the white flowers are small, but appear in great profusion in large panicles. In regard to Clematis eriopoda mentioned in the issue of July 3 I may add here that its correct name is C. tangutica and C. eriopoda only a synonym of it. A very handsome and ornamental vine is Polygonum muUiflorum figured in the issue of October 23; it is very similar to the better known P. baldschimnicum. Another closely related species is Polygonum Auberti from Tibet with smaller leaves and slenderer panicles of white flowers. An interesting new climber is Schizandra Henryi closely related to S. chinensis which, though in cultiva- tion since some time, is still little known; it is particu- larly handsome in autumn with its drooping elongated clusters of bright scarlet fruits. Schizandra Henryi dif- fers in its larger leaves, from three to five inches long and of thickish texture, and in the longer fruiting racemes. With the large white bracts surrounding the flower- ing corymbs Schizophragma integrifolia presents a strik- ing picture when in bloom ; it is chiefly distinguished by its entire leaves from the Japanese S. hydrangeoides which is still rare in gardens, the plants found under this name in cultivation being usually Hydrangea peti- olaris. The large bract-like sepals of the sterile flow- ers which surround the broad corymbs of S. integri- folia are from two to three inches long and the ovate leaves measure from four to seven inches in length. 1 Of more botanical than horticultural interest seems > the new Aristolochia hetcropinjlla with rather small flow- ers similar to those of our native A. macrophylla (A. Sipho) and with variable, partly three-lobed, partly en- tire and ovate leaves from three to six inches in length. A number of other new Chinese Tines have already > been mentioned in previous issues as: Actinidia, Cle- matocleihra, Pcriploca, Paederia, Celastrus, Lonicera and Rubus. The East and the West As Horticulture is becoming a national paper and will soon liave a wide circulation in the west as well as in the east, it is well to note the conditions of the two sec- tions and the class of stock adapted to different locations. The climate of the Atlantic states is entirely different from that of the great middle west, and many things which can be successfully grown in Massachusetts are utterly worthless in Nebraska. I think at times, after repeated failures, that there is a sort of aristocracy in some plants. They had rather die than live in "the wild and woolly west." At any rate, many of them do die. I have spent thousands of dollars in finding out what I could not do, and the record of my failures ought to be a valuable asset to the public. Now let us examine into the causes. The air of Massachusetts is much more humid than that of the Middle West. Added to this, in the summer we will have the mercury up to 100 and over and the south wind blowing like a blast of a furnace. I have had beautiful white pines scorched to death by these Ameri- can siroccos, and at times you could smell the prairie grass as it was cooked and dried by the fierce heat. We do not have these hot winds every year. But they are sure to come — perhaps once in five or ten years they are sure to wipe out the "tenderfoots." We have not only the summer drouth but that of the winter also. While your atmosphere registers 90 degrees of moisture, ours on beautiful clear days will go but 5.5 or 60. Now when trees and plants are frozen and the dry air is pumping away at the tops it is hard on tender things. I have watched a fine strong Concord grajie vine in beautiful February weather kill down an inch a day, and the condition which gives strength and joy to the people is death to many plants. So it is that millions of dollars in the West have been wasted by following instructions taken from Eastern publications. The most beautiful catalogues, garden manuals and nursery books are published in the East. They are all right for the Atlantic States, but their directions are of little use west of the Missouri river. Most of those beautiful publications are so winning and fascinating that they are taken in as the true and only gospel of beauty. Every spring orders for impossi- ble things pour into our western nurseries and the pro- prietors are snubbed because they are so behind the times and don't keep up with the procession. Alas, they have been there before and have found to their cost what cannot be done. Nevertheless people are bound to have these things, and send for them to celebrate their funeral within a year. For instance the broad- leaved evergTeen azaleas, rhododendrons, kalmias and hollies must have a moist climate. Planted out on our prairies the tops are sucked dry and they are killed to tlie ground. In sheer desperation, not to be whipped, I bought one thousand of these beautiful shrubs and built a good screen over them to save them from the drying sun and hot winds and then I irrigated them when needed, and everyone under the best of care was dead in a year. Nevertheless the pictures in eastern cata- logues are as alluring as ever and people will send on just the same. York, Neb. (^ ifivyryvTr^ 742 HORTICULTURE. November 27. 1909 British Horticulture A HWEET PEA LIST A very useful list has been published by the jSTational Sweet Pea Society, giving the leading varieties in com- merce, and their distinctive tints. This authoritative selection should be exceedingly helpful to those culti- vators who are perplexed at the multiplicity of sorts which crowd the pages of the trade catalogues. The list is as follows: White, Etta Dyke, Xora Unwin, and Dorothy Eckford; crimson and scarlet. The King, King Edward, and Queen Alexandra ; rose and carmine, John Ingman, Marjorie Willis, and Prince of Wales ; yellow and buff, Clara Curtis and James Grieve; blue, A. J. Cook and Lord Xelson ; blush, Mrs. Hardcastle Sykes; cerise, Chrissie Unwin and Coccinea ; pink, Countess Spencer and Prima Donna; cream pink, Constance Ol- iver, Mrs. H. Bell, and Queen of Spain ; orange shades, Helen Lewis, St. George, and Miss Willmott; lavender, Frank Dolby, Mrs. C. Foster, and Lady Grizel Hamil- ton ; violet and purple, Eosie Adams and Duke of West- minster; magenta, Menie Christie; mauve, the Marquis and Mrs. AValter Wright : maroon and bronze. Black Knight and Hannah Dale ; picotee edged, Elsie Herbert and Mrs. C. W. Breadmore; striped and flaked (red and rose), Aurora Spencer, Yankee, and Jessie Cuthbert- son; striped and flaked (purple and blue). Prince Olaf; fancy, Sybil Eckford; bicolor. Mrs. Andrew Ireland and Jeanie Gordon ; marbled, Helen Pierce. TJie floral committee of the society have also issued a list of "too- much-alike" varieties. CHRYSANTHEMUM NOVELTIES Although the trade growers were strongly represent- ed, there was a falling oS of both as regards the quality and the quantity of the competitive section at the November show of the National Chrysanthemum So- ciety at the Crystal Palace, Sydenham. The numerous visitors, however, found much that was new and inter- esting amongst the various stands, indicating the con- tinuous activity of the British and continental hybrid- ists to add to their meritorious lists of triumphs. A complete list would occupy too much space. I must content myself with a selection of the leading novelties. Shanklin Sunshine is a new comer from the fertile Isle of Wight. It is a bold exhibition bloom of a very rich golden-yellow. Amongst the whites. White Queen, from the same raiser, attracted considerable attention. The spotless, snowy blooms are borne on stifl! stems, and the plant is evidently a vigorous grower. A first-class cer- tificate from the National Chrysanthemum Society, and an award of merit from the Eoyal Horticultural Society has been received. There is no dearth of good yellows. One of the newest is Yellow Mrs. Charles Beckett. This is a clear primrose sport, with somewhat broader florets than its white parent, and will evidently prove very useful for the show benches. Empress is an imposing canary yellow incurved Japanese bloom, with broad, loosely formed florets. David Ingamells, named after a well known Covent Garden florist, is a mid-sea- son market variety of a nice rich yellow, with excellent points as a commercial variety. SOME ATTRACTIVE TINTS Leviathan, aptly named, is a big Japanese bloom, of a ereamy-white tint, striped with pink, the florets being long and straight pointed. The delicate sliading of silvery-rose in the drooping florets of Miss Lilian Hall attracted many admirers. Another pleasing combina- tion was seer in Beefbam TCci'lin'i' — amber, shaded with cinnamon red. George J. Buzzard has a taking shade of wine red, wdth broad, straight florets. Of a similar color is Keith Luxford. On more than one stand was to be seen Lady Letchworth, a shapely, in- curved Japanese variety, the broad florets being of a bright golden hue, with a canary yellow reverse. Amongst the new sports Mrs. W. Iggulden is likely to find considerable favor. This is a sport from Madame G. Eivol, the reflexcd florets having a rich yellow tint. Dreadnought resembles Eeginald Yallis ; the long flor- ets are of a pleasing shade of ruby-rose. Captivation partakes somewhat after Bessie Godfrey, the full flow- ers being of a soft yellow shade. Single chrysanthe- mums are now enjoying increased popularity. This is largely due to the many new developments made amongst this section. The later additions include Bes- sie Payne, a graceful flower of a bright piidv hue; Syl- via Slade, a rosy garnet, with a white ring around the disc; White Pagram, an interesting sport from the rose- pink Edith Pagram ; Miss Mary Pope, a decided acqui- sition amongst the pinks; and Cissie Jervis, which is of a canary-yellow tint, shaded towards the edges with apricot bronze. ITEMS OF INTEREST "The British Fern Gazette" is the latest addition to horticultural journalism on this side. It is edited by Mr. C. T. Druery. F. L. S., a well known expert.— The carnations raised by the late Mr. Martin Smith, for many years president of the National Carnation So- ciety, are being distributed by Mr. C. Blick, of Hayes, Kent. — Mr. Seaton, after a three years' course of in- struction at the Eoyal Horticultural Society's gardens, has been appointed by the British Columbian Govern- ment to superintend one of its parks. — The partnership which has existed between Messrs. W. Bull and Edward Bull, nurserymen, Chelsea, has been dissolved owing to the ill-healtli of the first-named. The business will be continued by Mr. E. Bull. — A lady florist has been ap- pointed to superintend the table decorations of the new Lord Mayor at the Mansion House in London. London. >t>V. ddi*^. Adiantums in the South This class of ferns is very much in demand both ill cut fronds and in pots and pans from small fernery sizes up to large specimens, and at times the supply runs far short of the demand. For cut purposes A. hybridum and A. Croweanum are chiefly grown. These varieties also make fine i)ot plants. A. maguificum is the leader for ferneries and table decorations. It is hard to over- praise this vario'ty. As a house plant it always gives satisfaction to the purchaser. Its chief busine.«s seems to be to keep on growing no matter how it is maltreated. It is also about the only variety outside of A. Farley- ense that will keep in any kind of shape during the hot sunnucr months. A. capillus-vencris is losiiiL;- I'avor. The fronds of this variety are so short and dense that it requires careful watering to prevent the foliage from damping off. A. cuneatum, relegated to the background on the introduction of A. hybridum and A. Croweanum, is once more coming into its own and for design work is far ahead of either. A. Farleyense holds first place as a fancy, and grows readily when given proper care. Dur- November 27, 1909 nORTlCULTURt 743 ing summer this variety should stand on the bare boards or on inverted pots. Indeed all adiimtunis are better in summer on the bare wood than on ashes. A. giganteum is a variety that ought to be in more common use. So far as the writer knows, it is found only in one of the Bahama Islands and in Hernando County, Florida. In the latter place it grows on the sides of a deep pit or cave which always has lots of water at the bottom. The fronds gi'ow to an immense size and the stems measure from 21/^ to 3 ft. It grows very easily, stands quite a lot of sun and with liberal treatment makes a very fine specimen. A good potting material is made by adding about one- third of leaf mould to the soil and also a small percent- age of sand or charcoal screenings. Where leaf mould can not be obtained add enough sand and charcoal to make the mixture light. Provide plenty of drainage and pot firmly taking care not to bury the crowns. When planted out for cutting a good friable loam with the addition of a little old manure will answer very well. Adiantums, with the exception probably of A. Farley- ense and A. magnificum, require a long rest in summer and it is useless to try to make them grow then. The old fronds should be cut off, the pots placed close together on the bare boards and just enough water given to keep the crowns alive. In September they can be re- potted or shook out and put back in the old pots. Water sparingly until they are well started. When well estab- lished a watering with liquid manure once a week will be beneficial. A night temperature of 55 degrees is suf- ficient except for A. Farleyense which should be a few degrees warmer. Snails, shot bugs or wood lice, mealy bugs and the larvae of a night-prowling moth or butterfly are the chief insect pests and all have to be guarded against. A little air-slacked lime scattered on the benches between the pots will generally be sufiBcient to banish the snails, and bran mixed with enough paris green to change the color and spread on the benches will soon finish the shot bugs. Mealy t)ug generally attacks only the large speci- mens. Turn the plants on their side and syringe with a fine spray but good pressure and do it early in the day. The larvae of the' moth are the hardest problem and the amount of damage they do in the south is incalculable. The plants, too, should be dusted regularly with pyreth- rum powder or slug shot at least once a week, but the slug shot must be used sparingly or it will burn the ten- der foliage. Keep this up until cold weather sets in. New Orleans, La. Water Scenery In the Garden The treatment of the banks of sheets of water in a garden is of so varied a character that a brief descrip- tion of the subject is beyond the scope of a gardening journal, and I propose only to take the one to be com- monly met with in gardens on level land, and to leave rock work, formed of Alpine gardening and subtropical gardening to some future time. The water scenery is, or should be, something apart from the rest of the garden, and for that reason it ought to be differentiated in its nature. Few owners of gar- dens desire to have the ornate work of the flower gar- dener to extend over the whole of the so-called "pleasure ground," but they do enjoy the repose afforded by the fresh green of smooth turf, relieved here and there, per- haps, by small groups of not too obtrusive flowering plants and shrubs, and of the more ornamental trees of moderate growth. A considerable amount of restraint is therefore a necessity on the part of the planter, and the natural, rather than the artificial, should be the pre- dominating character. Assuming that the area of water is of small extent, low growing plants should be those chiefly employed more especially on the south, southwest and southeast sides, otherwise the surface of the water would be de- prived of its main feature — its brightness, under the sun's rays. There are numerous plants, perennial for the most part, which might be selected for enlivening the immediate surroundings, if a plain sward be not pre- ferred. 1 may mention a few of these, viz.. Aster amellus in variety, and especially Perry's Favorite, of a pleasing red tint, the only one yet raised ; A. Fremonti, excellent for early flowering ; hardy, very floriferous, and not particular as to the nature of the soil, providing it is not too moist. The plant forms caespitose tufts of dark green leaves, from which stems arise about 10 inches high, surmounted with blossoms 3 inches in diam- eter, violet with a yellow disc ; Astilbe Davidii, a plant having erect stems 3-4 feet in height bearing panicles of purplish red flowers. It does well in partial shade and a moist soil. The Aubrietias are capital plants of pleas- ing tints for forming masses ; and A. tauricola alba is a compact growing variety with white flowers. The campanulas offer many beautiful plants for planting in masses, and C. glomerata acaulis is one of the best. C. hybrida Fergusoni is an excellent variety, said to be a cross with C. pyramidalis. It possesses tall slender stems that are furnished with closely set flowers of a light blue tint. The varieties of C. persicifolia with blue or white flowers, are very desirable. The newer delphiniums make grand masses of color. Dielytra spectabilis and its variety alba. Gaillardias, invaluable plants for grouping, having large flowers, brilliant in coloring, of which the variety Beauty is one of the best; but there are many others worth planting; as are also the Incarvilleas, Delavayi, compacta and grandiflora — all quite hardy in temperate climates, and bearing hand- some flowers. The N. American Lithospermums Tweedii, L. canescens and L. Gastoni ; the second having clusters of tubular flowers of a deep orange, tint, are very decorative. Pentstemons in variety, especially P. heterophyllus— a very floriferous plant, with blue flow- ers. Phlox Laphami, a superior variety of P. cana- densis, much finer than the" type, and having flowers of the color of Plumbago capensis. The tritomas are cap- ital waterside plants, handsome in flower and leaf. The above list offers a number of uncommon species and varieties of an ornamental character, which are adapted for planting in irregular masses — small or large, according to space and taste ; and coming into bloom at different seasons. They differ in various points from the ordinary class of bedding plants, and for that reason they are desirable for this special garden feature — the decoration of the banks of lakes and streams. The list of such hardy perennials is very extensive, but some of those named are among the most recent introductions to gardens on this side of the At- lantic, and are being eagerly sought for. Deciduous and evergreen species of trees and shrubs of suitable dimensions are to be found in any good nursery list, and no useful purpose would be served in giving names here. London, Eng. 744 HORTICULTURE November 27, 1909 horticulture: TOL. X NOVEMBER 2r, 1909 50. 22 PUBLISHED WEEKLY BY HORTICULTURE PUBLISHING CO. 11 Hamilton Place, Boston, Mass. Telephone, Oxford sg2 V/K. J. STEWART. Editor and Manager SUBSCRIPTION PRICE Oa« Year,inftdvaBce,$i.oo; To Foreign Countries, $3. oo: To Canada, $1.50 Ht^ -■ ADVERTISING RATES Par lach, 30 inches to page $1.00. DlicouBtB on Contracts for consecutive iasertiont, as follows: Obc month (4 times) 5 per cent. ; three months (13 times) le per cent.; wUt Bi«oths (a6 times) 20 per cent. : one year (52 times) 30 per cent. Page and half page spaces, special rates on application. Eatarcd as seoond-class matter December 8, 1904, at the Post Office at Boitoa, Maw under the Act of Congress of March 3, 1879. CONTENTS Page COVER ILLUSTRATION— A New Spiraea. NOTES FROM THE ARNOLD ARBORETUM— Alfred Rehder 741 THE EAST AND THE WEST— C. S. Harrison 741 BRITISH HORTICULTURE— W. H. Adsett 742 ADIANTUMS IN THE SOUTH— Robert Lockerbie... 742 WATER SCENERY IN THE GARDEN- Frederick Moore 743 CODIAEUMS— George F. Stewart 745 CLIANTHUS DAMPIERI AND C. PUNICEUS— Fred- erick Moore 746 AGAVE NEGLECTA IN FLOWER— J. R.— Illustrated 746 "JACK ROSE" DAHLIA— L. K. Peacock 746 TWO GOOD DAHLIAS— Illustrated 747 SOME NEW CHRYSANTHEMUMS— C. Harman Payne 747 NEWS OF THE CLUBS AND SOCIETIES: National Chrysanthemum Society, London — New Or- leans Horticultural Society — Chrysanthemum So- ciety of America 748 Detroit Florist Club — Connecticut Horticultural So- ciety— Society of American Florists — North Shore Horticultural Society — Club and Society Notes 749 Chrysanthemum Society of America. Address of Pres. Elmer D. Smith 766 OBITUARY: J. H. Menard — H. F. A. Lange — Samuel J. Thompson 750 SEED TRADE: The American Seed Trade Association, W. Atlee Burpee — Notes — Catalogues Received 754 OF INTEREST TO RETAIL FLORISTS: New Flower Stores — Steamer Departures 756 Why Florists Grow Grey, Illustrated — New Orleans Flower Market — Flowers by Telegraph 757 FLOWER MARKET REPORTS: Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Detroit, Indianapolis 759 New York, Philadelphia 761 A TALK ON THE CHRYSANTHEMUM— W. H. Waite 768 MISCELLANEOUS: News Notes 754-769 Personal 758 Killarney Dropping Leaves, E. Holmes 768 Hardy Aster "Annie" — Illustrated 768 Chicago Notes 769 A Grand Rapids Marketing Plan 769 Greenhouses Building or Contemplated 770 Publications Received 770 Business Changes 770 Incorporated 770 Patents Granted 770 Ground having now been broken on the National preliminary work for the National Flower Show Flower Show to be held at Boston in preparations 1911, rapid progress on the project may be looked for. March, 1911, seems a long time ahead but it is none too long in which to prop- erly prepare for a show such as the country has reason to expect, considering the location selected and its great horticultural resources. We understand it to be the plan of the committee on schedule to proceed immedi- ately with the prize list for plants and such other ma- teriaj as may call for a long time in which to prepare. This plant schedule and the completion of the guaran- tee fund are the first essentials. "By grafting a twig from a chestnut A Touchdown tree on an apple bough it is claimed that an apple was obtained inside of which there were three well-grown and well-flavored chestnuts."' Now what do you think of that? We clip it from the Nov. 17 issue of the Seattle Daily Times in an arti- cle by F. J. Haskin on the "Bed Apple King of Fruits." Mr. Haskin naively remarks that this "must await the approving seal of some body of scientists" before being accepted as really truly true. He further mentions one famous horticulturist who has "so combined twigs from sweet and sour apple trees that he has produced a tree bearing apples sweet on one side and sour on the other !" In the face of all this stupendous advance on the part of the "famous horticulturists" of the limitless West the New England and New York apple growers might as well turn over their antiquated Baldwins and Green- ings to the brown-tail moth. These wizards have us beaten to a frazzle. Another Thanksgiving Day is here with its The best gladness and bounty. Whatever may have blessing befallen us of disappointment or adversity in the course of the year just passed, tlu-re are very few of us who cannot look back and find in our experiences since last Thanksgiving Day very much to feel grateful for, very much that we shall love to cherish in memory, very much to encourage and inspire us to face the unforeseen troubles and joys that await us in the months to come. Horticdlture, looking backward over the busy twelve months, and weighing the bitter against the sweet, finds the latter far outbalancing the former. Old friends have never wavered, new ones con- tinue to multiply, and "the smoke goes up the chimney just the same." Our appreciation and gratitude go out in full measure to all who have favored us with their kindly good-will. "It is a good thing to be rich and a good thing to be strong, but it is a better thing to be beloved by many friends." — Eiirii'idcs. Our good friend and observant lover of Climatic nature, C. S. Harrison, has given us in observations this issue a very clear idea of the cli- matic differences existing between the Atlantic coast and localities in a corresponding latitude November 27, 1009 HORTICULTURE 745 in tiic ^liddle West and the horticultural disadvantages which the people of the latter have to contend with. He might go farther and find a still greater variation on the Pacific Coast. It is probably a wise and beneficent pro- vision of Nature which gives us these dissimilar condi- tions in rain fall, temperature and other factors which so largely control vegetation but we cannot resist the conviction that the acts of man, wise or unwise, have much to do with some of these phenomena. Certain parts of Florida, once regarded as immune against in- jurious frosts, are no longer immune since her vast for- est protection has been destroyed. On the other hand is it not likely that the gigantic irrigation operations which are turning the western deserts into a verdant and fruitful empire may, in conjunction with the new bal- ance of verdure and forest growth, so modify in due time the severities of the weather of the prairie coun- tries that things now impossible may yet become prac- ticable? Man cannot change the order of the seasons, nor latitude, nor gulf stream, but he can preserve and extend forest growth and, outside of fLxed physical con- ditions, there is no one factor which has so much to do primarily in modifying climatic extremes and conserv- ing the comfort and well-being of humanity as the for- ests have. Mr. Harrison's articles will be continued in later issues. Codiaeum These well known hothouse evergreen shrubs are pop- ularly known as Crotons. Botanists, however, tell us that they are quite distinct from that genus, belonging to a difEerent section of Euphorbiacefe. About three or four species are known to exist, notable among which is C. pictum, from which many of the garden forms have originated. Codiaeums, as decorative plants, have few equals. Mixed with a few graceful palms, and ferns, a very imposing group can be made and a well grown specimen also looks well alone. As table plants they are among the best we have, especially the narrow leafed varieties, if grown about a foot high, in a five or six-inch pot. Codiseums are of easy culture and, after being estab- lished in pots from the cutting bed, there is no need of the humid high temperature they are so often subjected to. These, along with many other tropical plants, have been made unpopular by the sweatbox mode of cultiva- tion. I have heard an employer more than once say, "Oh, yes, they are beautiful, but they are grown in too uncomfortable an atmosphere to be enjoyed." Cuttings can be rooted, in three to four weeks, in a case, with a top and bottom temperature of seventy. Let them get dry at the roots before transferring to pots. ' This treatment firms up the young roots, mak- ing them loss liable to damp off when put in soil, which. for a first potting, should be about equal parts of loam, leafmold. and sand with some charcoal added to keep it sweet. If a large specimen is desired quickly take an old plant, with a top that has a good few breaks on it and girdle the stem close to the lower breaks, and put a three-and-a-half-inch paper pot on it, covering the gir- dled part about nn inch in a mixture of loam, sand and sphagnum moss. It will be well rooted in about a month and, before removing from the old plants, it is better to have it well established in a five-inch pot, using plenty of loam in the mixture for this shift. WTien well rooted in this pot, dry off the old plant quite severe- ly, allowing all the moisture for the top to be derived from the pot around the girdle. By this mode of treat- ment no leaves need be lost when it is severed from the old plant. If this method of propagation is used it is astonishing how large a specimen can be had in a very small pot. Each year, as the plant increases in size, it is better to prune the shoots back an inch or two, care being taken, however, to keep the plant evenly balanced. We find the end of January a good time to do this. After they break well repotting is in order, and we use a good fibery loam, to which has been added about a fifth part of manure, and to every shovelful of loam a handful of bonemeal. It is a good plan to sterilize the soil as this kills all the eggs of scale and mealy bug — two pests that are very fond of Coditeums. Red spider, another pest, that comes in mostly through the ventilators from outdoor trees, can be kept down by frequent use of the "Stott nozzle" on the end of the hose on bright morn- ings. I don't believe in having the foliage wet over night, as one is apt to loose a good many leaves by doing so. We find tliat sixty to sixty-five is a good winter night temperature, putting on air in the morning as soon as the glass reaches seventy. We give no fire heat from June until about the middle of September and on bright days have the ventilators full open and during that period do not close them tight at night. By this treatment one gets a nice firm short-jointed growth, and when used for decorative work they stand it a great deal better. When in vigorous growth Codiseums enjoy frequent waterings with liquid manure; some varieties will stand more than others and one has to be careful with the one he is acquainted with. Shading, enough to break the direct rays of the sun, is necessary from March until the end of September. It is a good plan also, to stop giving stimulants at this time of the year, giving plenty of air, and allowing the plants to get a little drier at the roots before watering. This treatment helps to finish up the season's growth, and has a tendency to bring out the brilliant red colorings on these varieties that are popular with the florists around Christmas. Good large-leaved varieties to grow are Andreanum, Baron Eothschild, Challenger, Czar Alexander III, Dayspring, Edwin Lonsdale, Evansianum, Earl Derby, Heroicus, Queen A^ictoria, Reidii, Stewartii, Thom- sonii, Undulatum. Veitchii. Farrow leaved varieties: Angustifoliuni, Chelsonii, Dodgsonee, Golden Ring, In- terruptum, Johannis. Lancifolium, Majesticum, Mrs. Dorman, Prince of Wales, Warrenii, Weismanii. ^e^n^ Viest Medford, Mass. OUR ANNUAL SPECIAL Will be Issued December 11 The best and most far reachinc Advertising medium of the year. Has highest purchasing power behind it. A Business Proposition Pure and Simple. Send Advertising Copy EARLY. 746 HORTICUUTURU November 27, 190:) CLIANTHUS DAMPIERI AND C. PUNICEUS. As most gardeners know, these spe- cies of the Glory Pea — natives of Aus- tralia— are very showy inhabitants of the cool greenhouse. They are of moderately easy culture when planted in a mixture of two-thirds turfy loam and one-third hard peat, with a small quantity of sand to afford porosity. When grown to a sufficiently large size, no more shifts should be afforded Into larger pots; but every second year the plants should be removed from the pots in which they have been growing and the balls reduced by about one inch all round, and the roots at the bottom disentangled with care, and the strongest cut back mod- erately. This operation is best per- formed in early spring, or at the time when growth is about completed, but when there is enough solar warmth to promote root growth. The work of repotting should be carried out with a moderate amount of firmness and with a potting stick or rammer. The plants thus treated are the better for being housed forthwith, and supplied mod- erately with moisture at the root and afforded an overhead sprinkling in the afternoon if the weather has been sunny. C. Dampieri has a prostrate habit of growth, and shows to the best advan- tage when grafted on C. puniceus, a hard-wooded, erect-growing species, or on Colutea arborescens, an allied Pap- ilionaceous species, having a similar habit. On the last named stock the grafted plants make fine ornaments in a lew months, of two feet or more in diameter and come into bloom a week or two sooner than those grafted on C. puniceus. They flower ver\' abun- dautly on Colutea, but in regard to the size of the flowers these do net equal those on C. puniceus. Cultiva- tors who may wish to have flowering plants in the summer till winter ar- rives, should graft C. Dampieri on both stocks. Seeds of the stocks, and of the named species should be sown simultaneously in pans — those of the stocks at a good distance apart. As soon as the characteristic leaves ap- pear grafting may be commenced, and the best method is by clelt grafting, the stocks being cut in wedge form, and the scions split upwards so as to fit them saddlewise. The knife must be thin and very sharp. It is scarcely possible to place a ligature around the point of union, nor is it required. When the union is completed the plants should be placed in pots of two inches in diameter, using coarse leaf mould and sand, and be further re- potted in five or six-inch pots when established. Good drainage with crocks is essential at all stages, as is likewise much moisture in the air. It is well to sink the pots during the summer in a bed of fine gravel, coarse sand, or finely sieved coal ashes. A white flowered form of C. puniceus is in commerce FREDERICK MOORE. AGAVE NEGLECTA IN FLOWER. The accompanying picture shows one of three Agaves neglecta (century plants) in flower by the side of the villa of Mi-. E. Rollins Morse at Newport, R. I. These three are in a batch of eight plants which have been on this place the past eight years, and all are probably about fifteen years old. They began to show their flower stems early in .lune and had not opened all their flowers October IS, when this picture was taken. The stem of the plant shown in the picture is twenty-two inches in circumference near the base and its height is thirty- two feet six inches. D. J. Coughlin, the gardener in charge here, infoims us that no special treatment has been giv'en those plants with a view to in- duce them to flower, except that they have never been watered other than by the rains that fell on them. And the vigorous and healthy condition of all Ibis batch proves that this is all the moisture they require. Mr. Coughlin is in the picture standing up on the tub, J. R. Reports on nursery trade from In- dianapolis are to the effect that a very large amount of fall planting is being done this year, of shrubbery and hardy ornamental material generally. JACK ROSE DAHLIA. So much has been said pro and con about this dahlia that I feel in duty bound, to at least, try to clear the atmosphere. In the first place, instances have been brought to my notice where a distinctly different variety was sold for Tack Rose; also the old question of properly growing and handling the blooms has a g'reat deal to do with .lack Rose dahlias as with any other flower. Last fall Jack Rose was con- demned by a great many who had seen flowers from cerUiin sources, and on seeing blooms grown by us could hardly conceive them to be the same variety. Jack Rose was certified by the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society after having been critically examined and passed upon by expert commit- tees at both the September and Octo- ber meetings. It was then pronounced the finest crimson dahlia on the mar- ket. Several of the leading catalogue firms who are most exclusive and al- ways insist on trying varieties out on their own grounds, waived this "try- out" after seeing the cut blooms in the open market and the dahlia growing on our place, and listed Jack Rose as the finest crimson florist dahlia in ex- istence. Now, after another year's growing, during which we had several acres, we can only add to the praise extend- ed by us last year. It was the health- iest plant we had on the place, the first to gel into bloom, and every flower was perfect the entire season; which, in our location, was a most try- ing one, owing to the extended droughts throughout the season. True the stems were not so long as they should have been, but were as long as Sylvia, recognized by all as a first- class flower with good stems, and later in the season Jack Rose stems aver- aged lon.ger than many of the recog- niz-^d standard varieties. Almost every special order for cut floweis included Jack Rose. In justice to the many florists and seedsmen who have stocked up on Jack Rose, it is only fair to say that no attention should be paid to detrimental remarks made by inexperienced growers, or even experienced growers, who only know the variety after one yeai''s ex- perience under adverse conditions, in the face of the perfect flowers pro- duced by competent growers under the conditions — ^probably the worst sea- son we have experienced in the last 25 yeai-s, with the exception, perhaps, of 1,S95. Another thing not to be forgotten is the forcing quality of Jack Rose, which is even today placed on the market and sold at prices far above chrysanthemums, as it has that bril- liantly rich crimson that appeals to all, and cannot be found in the chrys- anthemum; a decidedly richer shade than found even in the "Jacqueminot" rose. Perhaps one of its best quali- ties is largely responsible for the criticism of the color, and I wish to say most emphatically that it does not bleaoh one-fourth as badly as Lyndhurst. and yet Lyndhurst is the standard vermilion scarlet. Lyndhurst is inclined to show the open center if allowed to get old enough to fade, and the Jack Rose continues to un- November 27, 1009 HORTICULTURi: 747 TWO GOOD DAHLIAS. Dahlia Geisha The varieties of Peony-flowered dalilias shown herewith are among the most satisfactory of the last sea- Dahi.ia Bertha von Sutton son's introductions. Bertha von Sut- ton is a fine tint of pink; Geisha is bright red and yellow. Both are vigorous, profuse blooming, large flow- ered varieties, representing the best type of the peony-flowered section. fold for days until finally there is nothing left at the center, this being absolutely full, and even then the petals which have become somewhat bleached can be removed and it is still a perfect flower. If Jack Rose blooms were cut in the same condition and with the same regularity as Lynd- hiurst, there would be no complaint that the color was not everything that could be desired. The only criticism made on Jack Rose has been length of stem and color, and, as I am only answering the criticism, I am not ex- tolling the other merits of the flower. Last spring W. C. Ward, Quincy, Mass., wrote nie after Memorial Day, that Jack Rose was not only the best, but the only perfect cut-fiower dahlia; that if it had a single fault he did not know it, adding — "we are getting $1.50 per dozen for the blooms and cannot supply the demand." In con- clusion I would simply quote a news item from. Boston, Mass., under date of November 13th; "C. W. Ward of Quincy, is still sending to market some excellent Jack Rose dahlia blooms, which Thos. Pegler says are sellers." L. K. PEACOCK, Berlin, N. J. SOME NEW SHOW CHRYSANTHE- MUMS. During the present season, which has not been so favorable to the chrys- anthemum a,K some, we have had sev- eral opportunities of seeing some of the best of the most recent English productions in new chrj'santhemums. They are as a nile presented in rather better form than the new French var- ieties. These latter when first shown by the raisers on the Continent are lacking in the quality we know as "finish" and are often coarse and wanting in depth. At Messrs. W. Wells' nursery many of the novelties are Australian seed- lings sent over to England for trial. If they do well they are named and distributed and among some of the best at the time of our visit late in October, we noted Mrs. R. Luxford, a Jap. of medium size suitable for mar- ket purposes. It has long drooping florets, forming a globular flower, and slightly twisted at the tips; the color is golden chestnut with reverse of old gold. Alice Lemon is a grand Show flower 'of the typical Japanese build, large and spreading with an immense length of floret. The florets are drooping and of medium width. The color is rosy blush. H. W. Thorpe is a noble Incurved —a perfect flower of its class; petals regular, of good sub- stance and finely imbricated. Color pure white. Bessie G. Payne is one of the heavily built types of Japanese with broad, grooved florets of consid- erable width. The flowers are deep and globular and veiy solid. Color inside of florets golden chestnut, re- verse deep gold. At Messrs. Cannell's many of the novelties are of French origin, prin- cipally Calvats. We noted here some fine additions to the show type, of which Hon. Mrs. Lopes is a grand ex- ample. An immense spreading Jap- anese with petals of great length, and curly at the tips; color, canary yellow. Mrs. F. W. Duck — A Japanese, very close and compact in build, florets of medium width ; color amber, shaded pale purple, center golden. Hamilton — An Incurved of colonial origin. A large flower with medium; florets; pale lilac mauve, reverse silvery pink. In W. J. Godfrey's stand at the N. C. S. show, we specially admired the following- Acquisition — Jap. with very long drooping florets. Blooms solid and deep in build with medium sized florets; color amber yellow. Laura Hill — A massive Jap.; color orange terra cotta. Mrs. Arthur Ar- nold— Jap.: rather broad florets slight- ly incurvin.g; pale golden yellow. Mrs. W. Iggulden — A sport from Mme. G. Rivol. Florets rather stiff and intermingling; golden yellow. Mr. Norman Davis showed grand flowei-s, probably the best in the show. Thrv were Yellow Mrs. Cbas. Beckett — A huge Japanese with broad florets; color clear primrose. Mary Poulton — A most attractive Jap. of the show type; color shell pink. Miss Lilian Hall — Broad incurving floret, forming a Japanese show bloom of the largest dimensions; color silvery rose. Henry Poulton — Jap., a deeply built bloom; color crimson. Mrs. Robt. Brown — A fine show Jap. with broad florets; deep yellow suffused with chestnut red. At the meeting of the N. C. S. Floral Committee on the 3rd of November, there were several good show flowers staged. The under-mentioned were particularly fine: G. Hemming — Jap. of large lize, long drooping florets; a closely built flower: color amaranth, reverse silvery. Francis Joliffe — An immense Jap.; florets very long and rather broad; centre golden yellow, passing to straw yellow towards the tips, shaded rose. C. HARMAN PAYNE. 748 HORTICULTURE November 27, 1909 NEWS OF THE CLUBS AND SOCIETIES THE NATIONAL CHRYSANTHEMUM SOCIETY, LONDON. The great annual show of the Na- tional Chrysanthemuim Society, took place on November 3-5, at the Crystal Palace. As is usual on the occasion of a large show of any kind, the area in front of the great organ — which forms a part of the central transept, was utilized, and the general effect was charming, and satisfactory like- wise to the visitors, for the ease with which the flowers and plants could be inspected at close quarters. There is always a desire to inspect the latest good thing in novelties and there was a considerable number of these. Then the miscellaneous groups of plants standing about in prominent spots on the floor and in which chrys- anthemums of all kinds find a con- spicuous place, were very good. One pleasing feature was introduced on this occasion worth mentioning, name- ly, prizes for chrysanthemum plants growing in 5-inch pots and therefore suitable as decorative objects in the dwellin.g and for market purposes. In the open class for cut blooms of incurved chrysanthemums, the first prize for 3G, fell to W. Higgs, Jr., of Fetcham Park. His best white was H. W. Thorp, [he best yellow Mrs. B. Hankey; May Phillips was the finest yellowish-rose; W. J. Hig,gs the larg- est reddish bloom; Lady Isabel, pale blush; Clara Wells, yellowish pink. In the class for 48 Japanese varieties T. Waller, gardener to H. C. Ham- mersley was the winner of the first prize. As winner of this prize, the ex- hibitor took also the Holmes' Memor- ial challenge cup, and the Dean Me- morial gold medal. The finer varieties were Leigh Park Wonder, red; Mrs. A. T. Miller, white; R. Vallis, Mrs. Chalk, Mrs. R. H. Pearson, H. Perkins, Mildred Ware. President Viger, Geo. Mileham ot 190S, Mrs. A. H. Lee, etc. The president of the society offered a silver cup for the best 24, distinct, Japanese blooms, a prize taken by T. J. Brown, gardener at Gay's House, Holyport; his best varieties being Charles Tutt, Dr. Sharp, King of Crimsons, Miss P. Lunn, Chevalier Damage, GrOlden Elise, etc. In chrysanthemum blooms shown in vases the competition was not so good or so keen as usual. Messrs. W. Wells & Co.'s prize for G blooms of Japanese varieties, distrib- uted by tills firm in 1908 and 1909, was awarded to Mr. Mease, gardener to A. Tate. Esq., Downside, Leather- head. He had fine blooms of Rose Pockett, Pockett's Supreme, C. H. Totty, Mi-s. L. Thorn, Merstham Blush and Leslie Morrison. First class certificates were granted to Messrs. Wells & Co., for Mrs. L. Loxford, a Japanese variety of a chestnut-bi-own color; tor Pi-ancis Joliffe, straw yellow tinted with rose pink, and for Phcsphorescens, bronzy- terra cotta. For Mr. J. H. Greswell Williams, a bri.ght yellow, single flow- ered variety, shown by Mr. H. Tribe, and for George Hemming, a claret- colored Japanese, having a rosy tinge, the reverse of florets silvery sheen. shown by Mr. G. Mileham, and for Mrs. Colles (single) of a crushed strawberry color, shown by A. W. Bird. My readers will understand from the foregoing remark, that these ap- ply solely to a very few of the most important features of this exhibition of the N. C. S. FREDERICK MOORE. NEW ORLEANS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. The members of the New Orleans Horticultural Society were out in good force at the regular meeting on the 18th inst., this also being "chrysan- themum night." The committee ap- pointed at last meeting to investigate and report on the new club house, re- ported progress and expected to have the deal closed by next month. To avoid any legal difficulties in this con- nection, it was agreed to have the society incorporated at once. One honorary member was elected and the members present agreed to try and bring more enthusiastic amateurs in- to the society as honorary members. The exhibition of chrysanthemums and roses while not very extensive was very choice. M. Alost, the president, had Ame.i- ean Beauty and Pink Cochet roses grown under glass. The stems, foli- age and flowers were very fine and as this was Mr. Alost's first attempt at indoor culture he was warmly con- gratulated. John St. Mard had four varieties of chrysanthemums grown outdoors, very nice flowers, but a lit- tle lacking in finish. The Melairie Ridge Nursery Co. had about twenty varieties on exhibition, Mrs. Jerome Jones, Col. Appleton, T. Eaton, Na- goya. Golden Wedding and Buff Globe being up to the highest exhibition standard. Large vases of Bride, Bridesmaid and W. R. Smith roses were shown in fine form, the color of the Bridesmaids being superb. They also had a vase of fine American Beauties, the equal of anything com- ing to this market. Mr. Papworth gave a short interesting talk on the cultural methods adopted at his place. A large collection of blooms from outside were shown and the merits and demerits of each variety were freely discussed by the members present. A novelty here, the Dwarf Pearl tuberose, was also on the table from the same firm. These were grown in pots in the greenhouse and the flowers opened up nicely. R. Eichling had some fine long-stemmed Paper White narcissi, the first of the season. Mr. Eichling is very method- ical in his work and he stated that these were in flower ten days earlier than last year. For the next monthly meeting it was agreed to have an exhibition of flowering and fancy-foli- aged Christmas plants. A committee was appointed to draw up a resolution of sympathy on the death of J. H. Menard, one of the charter members of the society, the same to be printed and a copy sent to the family of the deceased and also to each member of the society. CHRYSANTHEMUM SOCIETY OF AMERICA. The official list of awards at the joint exhibition of the American Insti- tute of the City of New York and the Chrysanthemum Society of America, Nov. 10-12, has been received. Special Prizes. Chrysanthemum Society of America Prize — 10 blooms, one variety. Wil- liam Turner, gardener to M. C. D. Borden, Oceanic, N. J., silver cup. H. W. Buckbee Prize— 12 blooms, 12 varieties American seedlings, Elmer D. Smith & Co., Adrian, Mich., silver cup. J. C. Vaughan Prize — Specimen bush plant, W. H. AVaite, supt. to Samuel Untermyer, Yonkers, N. Y., silver cup. Stumpp & Walter Prize — 10 blooms of Miriam Hankey, Wm. Duckham, gardener to Mrs. D. Willis James, Madison, N. J., silver ctip. W. Wells & Co. Prize— 6 blooms Pockett's Crimson, Thomas W. Head, supt. to Morton F. Plant, Groton, Conn., gold medal. Harry Turner, gardener to Howard Gould, Port Washington, N. Y., silver medal. Francis Milne, gardener to E. H. Weatherbee, Mamaroneck, N. Y., bronze medal. W. Wells & Co. Prize— Vase of 12 sprays, single varieties, Geo. H. Hale, supt. to E. D. Adams, Seabright, N. J., silver medal. Elmer D. Smith & Co., bronze medal. F. R. Pierson Company Prize — 12 blooms in 4 varieties, 24-inch stems, William Turner, gardener to M. C. D. Borden, Oceanic, N. J., $10.00. . Charles H. Totty Prizes— 6 blooms, one variety, introduction 1909, Thom- as W. Head, 1st, $15.00. William Tur- ner, 2d, $10.00. Skidelsky & Irwin Co. Prize— 12 sprays Pompon varieties, 12 varieties. Francis Milne, gardener to E. H. Weatherbee, Mamaroneck, N. Y., $2.00. Foley Manufacturing Co Prize — Best undisseminated seedling, C blooms, William Duckham, $10.00. Tiaendly & Schenck Prize — ^Best vase 12 blooms. Col. D. Appleton, Charles H. Tctty, Madison, N. J., $6.00. William Duckham Prizes — 12 blooms 12 varieties, William Turner, 1st, $10.00. N. Butterbach, gardener to C. N. Bliss Estate, Oceanic, N. J., 2d, $5.00. New York Florists' Club Prize — 6 blooms seedling or variety never be- fore exhibited in this country. Geo. H. Hale, silver medal. Thomas W. Head, bronze medal. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., of White Marsh, Md., were given a diploma for collection of pompon chrysanthemums. Thomas Proctor of Lenox, Mass., N. Butterbach, William Turner and John F. Johnston were the winners of the big prizes for twenty-five blooms one variety, thirty varieties one bloom each, twenty varieties do., and ten varieties do., respectively. On the bal- ance of the regular schedule prize list the following names appear as win- ners of first premiums: William Tur- ner, seven firsts; Harry Turner, five; Scoct Bros., one; N. Butterbach, two; November 27, 1909 HORTICULTURE 749 Geo. H. Hale, six; Thos. W. Head, five; Francis Milue, five; Jas. Bell, two; A. Baner, one; Wm. Duckham, one; C. H. Totty, one; W. Dowlin, one; W. H. Waite, three; Jos. Ken- nedy, one; Max Schneider, one. The judges were Eugene DaiUedouze, A. B. CJartledge, Peter Duff, Wm. Nicholson, W. Wells and Alex. Mackenzie. DETROIT FLORIST CLUB. The annual fall display of the local florist club brought out a large ex- hibit, very good in quality and quan- tity which was well staged at the commodious quarters of the Michigan Cut Flower Exchange. On such oc- casions the club distributes certifi- cates and the judges J. F. Sullivan, Herman Knope and Frank Danzer made the following awards; To J. Breitmeyer's Sons first for collection of plants, specimen Boston fern, specimen Schoelzeli do., general display of carnations, bronze chrys- anthemums, collection fifty blooms of chrysanthemums and double violets. M. Bloy first for cyclamens, prim- roses, Lorraine and Taft begonias, Whitmanii ferns, roses Rhea Reid, La Detroit and general collection and pink chrysanthemums. Chas. Distel- rath first for chrysanthemum plants. Robert Klagge first for lily of the valley and single violets, Gus. Taepke first for white chrysanthemums, J. F. Sullivan first for yellow and Fred Pautke first for Bonnaffon. Honorable mention was given to Fred Pautke for collection of Pompons, seedling white Pompons and vase ot lupins; to Robert Klagge for cosmos. Van Boeslager for wallflower, R. H. Ellis for O. P. Bassett carnation, F. Dam- erow for White Enchantress, Chas. Distelrath for assorted carnations. Van Boeslager for seedling • "Clara" and "Marshall." On roses, Mr. Klagge far out- classed every thing about the same as Breitmeyers outclassed in carna- tions. Another very good showing was made by J. F. Sullivan with yel- low Chadwick. General interest was aroused through Van Boeslager's colored seedling carnations. The ap- pearance of the former gave strong evidence of vigor and abundance. FRANK DANZER. CONNECTICUT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. The November meeting of this so- ciety was held on the 19th inst., at the County Building, Hartford. Six persons were admitted to membership. Votes of thanks were extended to Ar- thur T. Boddington and the Stumpp & Walter Company, of New York, for their contributions to the success of the two autumn exhibitions of the so- ciety, by their offerings of special prizes. A short but very enthusiastic discussion ensued on the value and need of the parcels post. President Huss deplored thp lack ot this gi-eat public benefit, and spoke of the im- mense advance some of the nations of Europe have made over the United States in this respect. The secretary was appointed a committee of one to draft a set of resolutions, and bring them forward at a future meeting, ex- pj-pssive of the sentiments of the Con- necticut Horticultural Society on this subject. Alexander Gumming, Jr., our former popular secretary, who was assistant to Peter /uger in the horticultural de- partment of Elizabeth Park, Hartford, and who has lately been employed on the Exposition grounds at Seattle, Wash., is to return to Hartford, hav- ing been appointed head gardener of the park mentioned, to succeed Mr. Zuger, who lately resigned and has be- come a professional florist and land- scape gardener nt South Manchester. Our next meeting, set for December Kth, will be the annual meeting tor the election of officers for the next year. The society is about to close one of the most successful years in its history. GEORGE W. SMITH, Secretary. Melrose, Conn., Nov. 2-3, 1909. SOCIETY AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HOR- TICULTURISTS. Retail Florists' Delivery Association. Pursuant to action of preliminary meeting of retail florists held at Chi- cago, the following have been ap- pointed a committee on organization of a Retail Florists' Delivery Associa- tion: J. A. Valentine, Denver, Colo, (chairman); Wm. F. Gude. Washing- ton, D. C; Philip Breitmeyer, Detroit, Mich.; W. J. Palmer, Buffalo, N. Y.; E. Wienhoeber, Chicago, 111.; John Bertermann, Indianapolis, Ind.; W. L. Rock, Kansas City, Mo. Registration of Cannas. Public notice is hereby given that the Conard & Jones Company of West Grove, Pa., offer for registration the plants described below. Any person objecting to the registration or to the use of the proposed names is request- ed to communicate with the under- signed at once. Failing to receive ob- jection to the registration the same will be made three weeks from this date. Description — Green foliage, strong grower, moderate height, huge heads of fiery scarlet with yellow throat and narrow rim of yellow around the pet- als. Name — Halley's Comet. Description— Green foliage, vigorous grower, i to 5 feet, flowers extra large, petals broad, color La France pink. Name — Mrs. Alfred F. Conard. Description — Green foliage, 6 to 7 feet high Enormous flowers, beauti- fully wavy petals, orange scarlet, wondrously flaked with gold. An im- provement over Mrs. Kate Gray. Name — Mrs. Carl Kelsey. W. N. RUDD, Sec. Date — November 20, 1909. NORTH SHORE HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. The North Shore Horticultural So- ciety took final action at its meeting at Manchester, Mass., Nov. 19, looking to its incorporation, and elected the following officers: James Salter, pres- ident; Dr. W. H. Tyler, vice-presi- dent; James Macgregor, treasurer; James Scott, librarian; John D. Mor- rison, clerk; William Till, Joseph Clark, William Swan, Eric H. Wetter- low and George Gordon, executive committee. The speaker of the eve- ning was John W. Duncan of Boston, president of the American Association ot Park Superintendents. WARD'S Lily Bulbs •NOT HOW CHEAP— BUT HOW GOOD" RALPH M. WARD & CQ. 12 West Broadway, - - - New York CLUB AND SOCIETY NOTES. The sixth annual meeting of the American Breeders' Association will be held at Omaha, Neb., on December 8, 9 and 10, 1909; headquarters at Hotel Rome. Friday, Dec. 10th, will be devoted mainly to plant breeding. The preliminary prize schedule of the American Rose Society for Its coming exhibition at the American Museum of Natural History, New York city, has been distributed. The exhibition will be held March 16, 17 and 18, 1910. The list of valuable special prizes now numbers eight and more are coming. The annual dinner of the Gardeners and Florists of Andover, Mass., was held Friday evening, Nov. 12, at Phil- ips' Inn. The tables presented a beautiful appeai-ance. After the din- ner, which was well served and amply enjoyed by all, several speeches were made by Messrs. Lynch, Johnson, Mil- let, Playdon and Brown. A motion was adopted authorizing the florists to consult with the Andover Village Improvement Society and the Andover Guild in regard to possibilities of hold- ing an amateur flower show in August, 1910. This is a movement which will without doubt create a great deal of interest in the town. Aphine Is the new Insecticide which kills •> ^ plant lice of every species. Effective Indoors and Outdoors. NOW OV SALE FRO .VI COAST TO COAST. If your supply house does not handle Aphine write us for name of our nearest selling agents. George E. Talmadge Madison, N.J. 750 HORTICULTURE Novembei- 1909 Obituary, H. F. A. Lange. As we go to press the news comes to us of the death on Tuesday night, November 2S, of H. F. A. Lange at his home in Worcester, Mass. Much that we should desire to say regard- ing Mr. Lange must be deferred until our next issue, but we must here ex- press on behalf of the Boston fratern- ity a sense of great loss, for Mr. Lange was, in the days of his full vigor and health, an integral part of the line of public-spirited, broad- minded floriculturists to whom Boston and eastern New England were in- debted for much of the prestige that gave this section a prominent posi- tion in American horticulture. He was a self-made man and the leading figure for a generation in the florist trade of Worcester. He has been in failing health for some time. The management of the business has dur- ing his illness devolved upon his two sons, who have carried it on with commendable ability. J. H. Menard. The members of the New Orleans Horticultural Society and a large cir- cle of friends were startled at the news of the death of J. H. Menard, which occurred on the evening of Saturday, the 13th inst., after an ill- ness of only a few hours' duration, as the result of a paralytic stroke. He had been in business in New Orleans for over 30 years and was universally liked Briglit and cheerful by nature, his presence radiated sunshine in every assembly and the society was often indebted to him for his truly wise council. He was 63 years of age and is survived by a widow and sev- eral children, who will carry on the business. A large delegation of the society members were present at the funei-al to show both their respect for the deceased and their sympathy for his lamily. c Samuel J. Thompson. Samuel J. Thompson, a retail flor- ist of Louisville, Ky., died Nov. 8. He was born in Roanoke, Va. and was the son of the late George Thompson, who for many years conducted a florist business under the name of Geo. Thompson, Sr. & Sons. He leaves a wife, one son. two brothers and a sister all well known to the trade. Landscape Gardening A course for Home-makers and Gardeners taught by Prof. Craig and Prof Batchelor. of Cornell University. Gardeners who understand up- to-date methods and practice are in demand for the best positions. A knowledge of Landscape Gar- dening is indispensable to those who would have the pleasantest homes. 250 page catalogue free. Write to-day. The Home Correspondence School Dept. H, Springfield, Mass. Prof. Ckaig Important Announcement To Carnation Growers At the earnest solicitation of a large number of commercial and private growers, the Cottaae Gardens Company has decided to disseminate this year the two famous carnations MRS. C. W. WARD and AI.MA 'WARD Two varieties which are well linown to all the leading Rrowers of the country. Four years test in the New Yorli marliet has demonstrated their popularity and good stayiiic: qualities. For the past three years we have been growing from fifteen to twenty-five thousand of each, during which time the.v have aiwa.vs COMMANDED THE HIGHEST MARKET PRICES, and at no time has the suppl.v been equal to tile demand. On the exhibition table they haye talsen the HIGHEST HONORS, and we Ijelieve it is safe to sa.y these two carnations STA.VD WITHOIT .AN EQlAl,. INVITATION We extend a cordial invitation to all those interested to visit our estalilishment, where the.v will have an opportunity to see them growing and compare their good points with other standard varieties grown under the same conditions. MRS. C. W^. ^VARD MUS, r. W. WAUD is a perfectly formed flower with full centre; color deep pink several shades lighter than Lawson, deeper than Winsor; having strong, erect steins 24 to 36 inches in length. A vigorous, healthy grower and has never shown disease of any kind. A very early and free bioomer. producing fine flowers as early as September 1st, which bring from twenty-five to fifty per cent more than any other variety on the market. The keeping qualities of this variety are remarkable. Several shipments of bloc>ms sent to Europe reached their destinations in perfect con& Iris Pallida Dalmatica No florist or landscape-gardener can afford to be without a good stock of this beautiful hardy plant; it is beautiful in the border, and beautiful in floral decorations; easy and strong grower. In color, a beautiful shade of lavender, similar to the darkest shades of Vanda coerulea. $12.00 per 100;;$100.00 per|IOOO. J. A. PETERSON | McHenry Ave., Westwood, CINCINNATI, O. | LOOKI LOOK! LOOKF A Chance of Your Lifetime. Never to Return. HYACINTHS, single in separate colors, per 1000, $12. CO. HYACINTHS, to name, Gertrude, Gigaothea. Moreno, Robert Steiger, Roi des Beiges, Baron van Thuyll, pink and white, Grandeur a Mer- veille, Madame Van der Hoop, La Grandesse, L' Innocence, Paix de L' Europe, Grand Maitre, Czar Peter, King of the Blues. Lord Derby, single and double in separate colors per 1000, $4.00. Artus $6.00 per 1000 Belle Alliance 10.00 *' Cardinal's Hat 5.00 ' I>uchess de Parma 5.00 " Rose Blanche 4.00 " Yellow Prince 5.00 " La Candeur 8.00 " .vhite and purple, $1.50 per A fine stock of BOXWOOD, in all sizes and shapes, specimen EVERGREENS Pot grown DEUTZ/A LEMOINEI, and LILACS, now ready for delivery. F. W. O. SCHMITZ, Prince Bay, N. Y OUR ANNUAL .SPECIAIL Will be Issued December 11 The best and most far reaching Advertising medium of the year. Has highsst purchasing power behind it. A business proposition pure and simple. Send Advertising Copy EARI^Y. 752 HORTICULTURi: November 27, 1909 Bobbink & Atkins Nurserymen and Florists Rutherford, - N.J. BOXWOOD AND EVERGREENS Boxwood, Pyramid: 2^4 ft. ...$1.00 each 4% ft. .$3.50 each 8 f t. . . . 2.00 each 5 ft. . 4.00 each 8% ft. ... 2.50 each 5%-6 f t. . 5.00 each 4 ft. ... 3.00 each 6 ft. . 6.00 each We have a large quantity and fine as- sortment of small EVERGREENS for Window Boxes and Vases: 10-12 Inches $20.00 per 100 12-15 Inches 25.00 per 100 15-18 Inches 35.00 per 100 KENTIA8 AND BAY TREES Our stock Is larger and finer than ever. We can fill orders for all sizes. A Visit to our Nursery will convince you we have the quality that gives sat- isfaction. AZALEAS. Have arrived In splendid condition. We have all the most important varie- ties and sizes. Anybody in want of a quantity will do well to Inspect our plants before placing their order. Schryveriana Niobe Paul Weber Prof. Wolters Raphael Simon Mardner Vervaeneana Louis de Kerchove Mme. Van der Deutsche Perie Cruyssen John Llewellyn Dr. Moore Mme. Jos. Ver- Mme. Cam. Van vaene Langehove Memoire de L'Van Paul de Schryver Houtte SIgismund Rucker and others. DIa. DIa. in. Doz. 100 in. Doz. 100 8-10, $3.50 $25 15-16, $9.00 $75 10-12, 4.50 35 16-18, 12.00 90 12-14, 6.00 45 18-20, 25.00 200 14-15, 7.50 60 20-24, 36.00 300 Order early to save heavy express charges; impossible to ship by freight in cold weather. We still have a few thousand AZALEAS to offer at import prices in the best commercial varieties; also Bay and Box Trees, Euonymus, Eurya Latifolia, Araucaria, Asparagus, Crotons, Arecas, Cocos. KcDtias, Latania?, Phcenix, Rub- bers, Pandanus and Small Ferns for Dishes in best sorts at lowest wholesale prices. Wholesale Price List on Application, A. LEUTHY & CO. PERKINS ST. NURSERIES ROSLINDALE, BOSTON, MASS. OUR SPECIALTIES Arancarias, Palms, Azaleas and Blooming Plants for Christmas and Easter GODFREY ASCHMANN, Importer, Grower and Wholeaale Dealer In Arau- caria Bxceiaa, Robusta Compacta and Bxcelaa Glanca; Kentla Forsterlana and Belmoreana; Sago Palms, Areca Lntea- cen», Cocos Weddelilana. HEADQUARTERS FOR FERNS inch as WhitmanI, Boston, AmeriMJhll, Bcottll, Todeaoldes. Begonia Gloire de lorralne, 6 inch, by the thousand. Primula Chinese, etc., cheap tor caah. Send for price*. 1012 West Ontario Street PHILADELPHIA, PA. In ordering goods please add "I saw It In HORTICULTURE." Stamford Telephone, 1130 Stamford. New York Telephone, 7254 Mad. FERNWOOD NURSERY STAMFORD, - CONN. New York Office, 50 W. 30th Street 12 inch Bush, fine strong plants, at $o.2o 14-16 " " " " " at .25 18-20 " " extra strong stock, at .35 24-26 " Large Bushy Stock, a bargain .50 Pyramids all sizes, 30 inches to 9 feet. Dirt Cheap. NOW COMES CHRISTMAS ^ Beautiful Cyclamen, Begonia Qloire de Lorraine, Azaleas, Poinsettias and Filling Stock, a fine collec- tion of FERNS, Bostons and Scotti, 6 inches to 12 inches. A grand assortment of 4-inch ferns for Hamper work. Table Ferns always on hand. A fine selection. COME IN AND SEE US, Mail Orders Receive Special Attention. — / PEACOCK'S PEERLESS DAHLIAS PI PI n DnOT^ J^ck Rose, Fringed 20th Century, riCULf K.VJW I O, Rose Pink Century, Vlrgin4a Haule, Big Chief, $3.50 per doz,, $25.00Jper ico. Best cut flower sorts, $1.00 per doz., $5.00 per ICO. PEACOCK DAHLIA FARMS, WILIIAMSTOWN, .JUNCTION, N.J. RUTHERFORD N. J. ROEHRS, PALMS, All Sorts and Sizes A. N. PIERSON, Inc., Cromwell, Conn. FULL LINE OF PALIVIS AND FERNS Send for Catalogue CaDadense, Super- bum, Single and Double Tigers, named Elegans, LILIES Tenuifolium, Wallacei, etc. German and Japan Irie, Delphininna Fot- mo8um. Gladoll, Callas, Cinnamon Tinee, Madeira Vines, Hyaointhus Cooperias, Mllla and Besaera. Write for prices. EC nil I CD Wading River ■ Oi nlLLCn L.I., N. Y. CYCLAMEN Best Strain in Cultivation. 4 in. pots. .$25,00 per loo I 6 in. pots. .$75 00 per ic* sin pots.. 50.00 " I 7 in. pots, .ico.oo ** THOMAS ROLAND, NAHANT, MASS. IMPORTANT Flowering, Foliage and Decorative FlantB for immediate delivery. Also fine list of Christmas and Easter Plants Also others. Write for our descriptive catalogue. Sent free, A. SCHULTHEIS 316 Nineteenth St., College Point, N.Y. PLANTS 'BAMBOO STAKES November 27, 1909 HORTICULTURE 753 Cocos Weddeliana A Splendid Holiday Plant. We are sending out at the present time a splendid lot of Cocos Weddeliana, in 5=inch pots, at $1.00 each, perfect stock, of a rich dark green color, i8 to 24 inches high, just the sort of plants to appeal to your customer for house decoration. lYIay We Send You a Trial Lot of These? For a full and complete list of Seasonable, Decorative and other stock, see our current wholesale list. HENRY A. DREER 714 Chestnut St.. Philadelphia. Pa. f BEFORE YOU THINK Of Buying Elsewhere send for our list and quotations or, better siill, come and look over our stock which is not ex- celled anywhere. A splendid assortment in all sizes of the best plants to grow on for the Christmas and Easter trade. Lorraine Begoria?, Poinsettias, Azaleas, Ferns, Genistas, etc. We have just what you NEED. William W.Edgar Co.' ORCHIDS ROEHRS, Rutherford, N. J. WAVERLEY, MASS. J HEACOCK'S PALMS Areca Lutescens Each 6 in. pot, 3 in pot, 24 to 26 in. high $o-75 6 in. pot, 3 in pot, 26 to 28 in. high i.co 7 in. pot, '- in pot, 30 to 32 in. high 2.00 CoroB Weddelliana Per 100 2% in. pot 8 to 10 in. high $10.00 Each a% in. pot 10 to 12 in. high. Kentia Belnioreana 5 in. pot, 6 to 7 Ivs, 18 in. -ICO, $50.00 6 in. pot, 6 to 7 leaves, 22 to 24 in. 1,00 7 in. pot or tub, 6 to 7 leaves, ^4 to ^6 in. 2.50 9 in. tub, 6 to 7 leaves, 42 to 48 in. heavy 5 00 9 in. tub, 6 to 7 leaves, 48 to 54 in. heavy 6.c o Made*up Kentia Forf^teriana 7 in. pot, 4 in pot, 34 to 36 in 7 in. pot, 4 in pot, 36 to 38 in 9 in. tub, 4 in tub, 42 to 48 in 15.00 12 $6.00 12.00 30.00 Each $2.50 3.00 5-00 JOSEPH HEACOCK CO..Wyncote,Pa, NEPHROLEPIS MAGNIFICA THB SENSATIONAL NOVBOyTT mnug r^lu. iteck, *15.00 per 100. WHITMANil flM-kL, >M.OO per lOOO; S^ln., (rem Beaek $8.06 per 100. BOSTON FERNS S30.00 per 1000. H.H. BARROWS & SON, WHITMAN. MASS. Given Away If Taken Away- At Once To clear our benches for work, we will literally give away 50,000 stock mums at $2.00 per 100; $15 00 per 1000; 10 of a kind in 100 lots allowed, 25 of a kind in icoo lots allowed. List — GOLDEN GLOW, OCTOBER FKOST, KOSERIE, BE KG MANN, POLLY KOSE, PACIFIC SUPREME, WHITE CLOUD, MONROVIA, ALICE ROOSE. VELT, ALICE BYRON, TOCSET, EN- GUEHARD, EATON, WHITE BON- NAFFON, APPLETON, WINTER CHEEK, BAILEY, WHITE DEAN, NONIN. GOLDEN TVEDDING. CI.AY FRICK, INTENSITY, BLACK HAWK, and many others — all the staple and nearer ones. SPECIAL: — GOLDEN EAGLE, beet new yellow, and LYNNWOOD HALL, best late white, »3 00 per 100. I. M. Rayner GREENPORT, N. Y. FERNS FOR DISHES Assorted varieties, 2 in. pots, $3.5oper 100, $30 per 1000 PRIMROSES OBGONICA AND CHINESE Best strains, zJ4 in. pots, $3 per 100, $25 per 1000, Cash with order. FRANK OECHSLIN 911 QglncySt.. - - CHICAGO, II.L. OUR ANNUAL SPECIAL Will be Istued December 11 The best and most far reaching Advver- tising medium of the year. Has highest purchasing power behind it. A business proposition pure and simple. Send Advertising Copy EARLY. We have changed our domicile from Secaucns, N. J., to Mamar neck. New York. We are the largest col- lectors and importers of Orchids and we are now book- ing orders for all ccmmercial Caitleyas for delivery next Spring. CARRILLO & BALDWIN, Mamaroneck, New York, ORCHIDS lAMif«tt Imf>ort«rs, Bxporttri, Bi mm af%d HyhriMtU i« <;^ Worid ftander, St. Albans, EoqUmI and 236 Broadway, Roam I NEW YORK CITY ORCHIDS! ORCHIDS! Arrived Mosslae. Id flrst-class condition, C. ORDONEZ BROS. 41 West 28th St., New York City, and Madison, N. J. Ariivcd in fine condition Cattleya Warnerll, C. Harrlsonlae, C. Gaa- kelliana, C. gigas Hardyana type, Dendro- binm Phalaenopsis Schroederlana, Odonto- glo.ssum luteo-purpuream sceptrum. SUMMIT, N. J. LAGER & HURRELL, PALMS, FERNS AND DECORATIVE PLANTS JOHN SCOTT Rutland Road and E. 45th St. Tel, 28^ Bedford BROO KLYN , N . Y. In writing to Advertisers kindly mention Horticulture 754 H ORTlCULTURt November 27, 1909 Seed Trade THE AMERICAN SEED TRADE AS- SOCIATION. Some remarks by W. Atlee Burpee at the Lonsdale banquet in Philadelphia. In the few minutes I shall talk to you tonight, I can give hut a brief out- line of the history of the Ameiican Seed Trade Association and what it has accomplished. The first meeting was held in New York city at the Gilsey House, June 12th to the 14th, 188:;. R. A. Robbius of Wethersfield, Connecticut, familiarly known to the trade in the later years of his life as "Deacon Robbins," was elected chairman, and thus became the first president of the association. Of the 33 members who attended the first convention 19 are dead, while of the remaining 14 but 7 are now in active business afliliated with the seed trade. A few among the leading seedsmen of the day held aloof, evi- dently believing they were sufficient unto themselves, but the association went on its way. growing in member- ship and proving its usefulness, until now it has ICS active members, while not more than two or three repre- sentative houses are outside of Its fold, and to these the glad hand of fellowship is ever extended, with the invitation, "Knock and it shall be opened unto you." The advantages of organization and concentration of energies are too well appreciated to require argument. We have seen what aggregations of capital have accomplished, and the tremen- dous power they wield. We have seen what organization has done for the working men of the country. Accord- ing to statistics furnished by the Man- ufacturers' Association, less than 10 per cent, of the wage earners of the country are organized, yet this 10 per cent practically dominates the labor market, and in many instances dom- inates completely important industries. The founders o£ the American Seed Ti-ade Association appreciated the power of organization in securing de- sired and beneficial results, and in preventing undesirable and harmful measures, detrimental to their legiti- mate interests. A few disgruntled members of the trade groping tor an excuse for not joining the association have asked, "What has it done, what good is it?" If the annual convention of the as- sociation had done nothing more than to make the members acquainted with one another it would have a valid excuse for its existence. The moral force and effect of the Association of a body of men, whose aim is to elevate and improve their business, even if they accomplish nothing but to meet and discuss mat- ters of mutual interest and exchange ideas, would be quite sufficient to justi- fy such an organization, but the American Seed Trade Association has done more than this It has accom- plished practical results, has secured the enactment of much needed and useful legislation and accomplished the defeat of more or less vicious and unnecessary measures. It would be pleasing to give the full record of the I — Micheirs Seasonable Seeds — i VERBENA SEED S="B?a'nTy Strain. 1 his is without douht the finest str.iin ever offered to the trade, combining large size, purity of color and free fl wering qualities. Tr. Pkt. Oz. Blue 30C. . .$1.25 Scarlet 30c... 1.25 White 30C . . 1.25 Tr. Pkt. Oz. Pink 30c. ..$1.25 Striped .. .30c... 1.25 SWEET PEAS, (WmtW FlO^erlOQ) Christmas Pink (Pink and White) White (Florence Denzer). Mrs. Alex. Wallace (Lav. ender). Price 25c per oz; 1 4 lb. 7Sc; per lb. $2. Mixed.. ..30c. Also all other varieties as listed in our Wholesale Catalogue a copy of which is yours (or the asking. MOSS, Green Lump. In Bags Containing About One Barrel 75c per Bag WATSONIA ARDERNEI Florists it will pay you to grow some of these bulbs. The flower is pure white, produced on stems about five feet in lefigiii. For cut flowers, they have proved especially valuable, lastirg several days in a cut state, and are very decorative. The bloom and habit is simi- lar to that of the Gladiolus, coming into full bloom about Easter, when its pure white blooms are of great value. Immediate ordering advisable at the special low price of $6.00 per 100. — Henry F. Michell Co. 1018 Market Street Phila. —^ association in this respect, but this would require much time and pains- taking investigation, therefore a few only of the good things to tfie credit of the association may be mentioned. The special postage rate on seeds ob- tained in 18S8 and in force up to the present time; securing of special rates from the express companies in 1898 on seeds, bulbs, plants, etc.; the enact- ment of a law allowing the payment on the mailing of catalo.gues at pound rates, without the necessity of stamp- ing each individual piece. These are just a few of the practical things ac- complished. One important measure must not be overlooked and though the last to be accomplished by the association, is by no means the least important. This is securing specific instead of ad valorem duties on prac- tically all seeds. Some of these results were secured by co-operation with other organiza- tions, notably our friends the florists, but the defeat of a measure introduced in Congress raising postage rates to prohibitive figures; the defeat of the so-called Mann Pure Seed Bill for a time at least ; the killing of a ridicu- lous Pure Seed Bill introduced in the New York legislature last winter, and many other measures pro and con were brought about by the American Seed Trade Association unaided. Ail of these things were accom- plished by organization. Individual protests or efforts would have been as a "voice crying in the wilderness," and would have gone unheeded, hence, there is the strongest of reasons for every legitmate seedsman belonging to t,he association, and the time will come when the last outsider will join the ninety and nine and be safe with- in the fold. NOTES. San Francisco, Cal. — A. Nauvra- niont, formerly with the May Seed Co. has started in business for him- self under the firm name of the Cali- fornia Seed Co. Pasadena, Cal. — The Ross Seed Co., 148 W. Colorado street, has re- cently been purchased by Wm. Neil Campbell, Mr Campbell who has been connected with the concern se- curing control by purchasing the in- terest of his partner J. W. Ross. CATALOGUES RECEIVED. St. Przedpelski, Plock, Polonia, Russia. — Price list of Tree and Shrub Seeds. Ernst Benary, Eituit, Germany. — List of seed novelties for 1910, includ- ing asters, verbenas, lobelias, gerber- as, etc. Also Begonia gracilis Prima Donna. NEWS NOTES. York, Neb. — Joseph Hackethal has purchased a portion of the Harrison nursery property. Port Arthur, Tex.— C. H. Crawford of Minnesota is looking over the ground, with a view to establishing a Inrp-p niireorv hi^rp large nursery here. OUR ANNUAL SPECIAL }Vill be Issued December 11 The best and most far reaching Adver' tising medium of the year. Has highest purchasing power behind it. A business proposition pure and simple. Send Advertising Copy EARLY, COLD FRAME MATS Burlap $1.25 Water Proof Duck 2.00 Straw Mats 1.75 $14.00 doz. 22.00 '' 20.00 " W. ELLIOTT ca SONS. 42 Vesey Street . . NE'W YORK November £7, 1900 HORTICULTURE 755 CYCLAMEN i forcing gladiolus NEW CROP FARQUHAR'S GIANT STRAIN Is UNEXCELLED for size and profusion of bloom To obtain large flowering plants for Thanksgivmg and Christmas 1910, seeds should be sown now. Giant Crimson Giant Blood Red Giant Salmon Giant Pini( Giant Excelsior, ci Giant White Picturatum, Price per 1000 seeds. $10.00 100 seeds, $1.00 R. &J. FARQUHAR & CO. 6 & 7 So. Market St., Boston, Mass. White with laret base Pink with claret base ESTABLISHED I802 Finest strain of Long Island grown Early Jersey Waketield Cabbage and other high grade seeds for Market Gardeners and Florists. SEND FOR PRICES. M. THORBURN & CO. 33 Barclay Street NEW YORK WRITE FOR . M BULBS w YOU OUR ^ PRICES ' MAY WANT c AUUFLOWERS A B B A C E LILY OF THE VALLEY PIPS. HJALMAR HARTMANN & CO. Longangsstraede 20, COPENHAGEN, DENMARK. 25 cts. per 100. $1.25 per 1000. PARRARF Wakefield and Succession. UnDDnUL $i.oo per looD. $8.50 per 10,000. PARSLEY I CTTIIPP ^>g Boston, Boston Market and LCI I UUU Grand Rapids. $1.00 per xooo. Ca£h with Okcbr R. VINCENT, JR., & SONS CO. White Marsh, Md. Big Money in Forcing Aspaiagus I advertised 3 year old Asparagus Roots in this paper last fall and winter and a number of parties responded and were well pleased with the results. This year I have similar roots for sale. Let me hear from you. Also RHUBARB roots for forcing. Warren Shinn, "'^"nunan, Woodstown, N. J. Many florists plant these in boxes, or among their carnations, in tlie winter. They are excellent for decorative purposes and realize good prices, either whole- sale or retail. Gladiolus are a good catch crop and take up but little room. The following are the best for this purpose. Gladiolus Gandavensis Hybrids America. The flowers, which are of immense size, are of the most beauti- ful flesh-pink color. $3.25 per 100; S30.00 per 1000. Augusta. The florists' best white Gladiolus. First size bulbs, 1% inches and up. *2.00 per 100; $18.00 per 1000. Bulbs, 1% to 1% In., $1.75 per 100; $16.00 per 1000. Shakespeare. White and rose. $4.15 per 100; $46.00 per 1000. Mav. Pure white, flaked rosey crim- son; the best forcer. Selected bulbs, $l.~5 per 100; $15.00 per 1000. Breochleyensis (true.) Fiery scarlet. Selected bulbs, $1.50 per 100; $13.00 per 1000. First size bulbs, $1.25 per 100; $10.00 per 1000. Boddington's White and Light. Extra selected bulbs, 1% in. and up. $1.50 per 100; $14.00 per 1000. Bulbs, 1% to 1% in., $1.26 per 100; $10.00 per 1000. American Hybrids. A mixture of the choicest varieties of Gladiolus in cul- tivation. $1.00 per 100; $9.00 per 1000. Gladiolus, Colvillei and Nanus (tjrpe) Plant some of these among your car- nations; they will come in handy at any time. Peach Blossom. The most beautiful of all the Colvillei type of Gladiolus; the color is a lovely soft pink, on the order of the Killarney rose. $0.90 per 100; $8.75 per 1000. Blushing Bride. Flowers are large, pure white, with delicate pink spot. Useful for early forcing. $0.76 per 100: $6.00 per 1000. The Bride (Colvillei alba). This lovely white miniature Gladiolus makes a useful cut flower for early Spring use ; will stand forcing. $0.66 per 100; $5.00 per 1000. Acliermanii. Salmon-orange, with white blotches, edged scarlet; very pretty. $0.75 per 100; $«.50 per 1000. Remember you may deduct 5 per cent If cash accompanies order. ARTHUR T. BODDINGTON, Seedsman 342 W. 14th Street NEW YORK CITY LEONARD SEED CO. CONTRACT GROWERS AND WHOLESALE DEALERS BEANS, PEAS, SWEET CORN, ONION, GARDEN SEEDS ONION SETS FLOWER SEEDS Get Our Prices 79 and 81 E. K7NZIE STREET, CHICAGO CATALOGUE Designing and illustrating For florists, seedsmen, etc. Photographs and designs of all kinds carefully made and promptly submitted. CEO. E. DOW __178 Washington St, Boston, Mass. ing >h3 I Lde I 3^J MY GIANT CYCLAMEN are ahead in Growth and Flowers. Bloodred, Carmine. Daybreak, Lilac, Pink, Pure White, White carmine eyed, each separate Tr. PIct. $i.oo, icoo Seeds $6.oo. Above even mixed Tr. Pkt. 75c, 1000 Seeds $5.00. For larger quantities, special quotation. O.V ZANCEN.Seedsman.HOBOKEN, N. J. NEW PRICE LIST of my celebrated winter flowerlnf Sweet Pea Seed Is belDg mailed. If yoa bar* not received a copy please seed for one. Naw crop of seed will be ready aroond July IStk next. ANT. C. Bound Brook, ZVOLANEK - - - New Jersey Burpee's Seeds PHILADELPHIA Blue List of Wholesale Prices mailed only to those who plant for profit. BERMUDA LILIES Harrlsll and Longlflorum. Selected. Llllum Longlflorum Qlganteum C. S. by the case of 300. THOMAS J. GREY CO. 32 south Market Street, Boston, Mass. FRENCH AND DUTCH BULBS Columbia Farm Harrisil Fischers Purity Freesias Send for trade list, Schlegel & Fottler Co. 2i & 27 So. Market St., BOSTON, MASS. BRIDGEMAN'S SEED WAREHOUSE RICKAROS BROS. Props. 37 Eist 19th St., - NEW YORK CITY French and Dutch Bulbs FOR FALL SHIPMENT Wholesale Price List mailed to Florists 00 application. Joseph Breck k Sons Corf. 4r-ft4 HO. HAItKBT ST., BOSTOH, MJM, 756 HORTICULTURE November 27, l90a JOHN BREITMEYER'S Cor. Miami and Gratiot Aves. DETROIT, MICH. Artistic Designs . . . Higli Grade Cut Blooms We cover all Michigan points and good sections of Ohio, Indiana and Canada. WILLIAM J. SMYTH FLORIST On. Michigan Aye, and 31st St., CHICAGO We ship to all points in Illinois and Iowa. Phones: Douglaa744, Douglas 523, Douglas 740 HAUSWIRTH .Jo'ihr Out of Town orders for Hospitals Carefully filled. 232 Michigan Ave. CHICAGO AUDITORIUM ANNEX Tel. Hirrlaon 58S SAMUEL MURRAY Florist Coates House Conservatory lOU BROADWAY, KANSAS CITY, MO. Both 'Phones 2670 Main. WASHINGTON, D. C. •^S^ QUDE*5 laur 9T,r«w The Far-Famed Flowers of TORONTO Delivered on uiail or telegraph order for any ocrusicn, in any part of the Dominion. JOHN H. DUNLOP, Oe Yonee St., - Toronto. Ont. The Park Floral Co. J. A. VALENTINE, Pres. DENVER, COLORADO WILLIAM L. ROCK FLOWER CO. Kansas City, Mo. will carefully execute orders for Kansas City and any town In Missouri or Kansas. Flowers f Quality BUFFALO. N. Y. W. J. PALMER & SON, 304 Main St. Of Interest to Retail Florists Robert MacMillan & Co. of Green- wich, Conn., have won their suit against James Bverard the millionaire brewer for the price of floral decora- tions provided tor the birthday party of Everard's daughter. The sum of $1,115 is awarded. The bill was dis- puted on the ground that it was ex- orbitant. We congratulate Mr. Mac- Millan and the florist trade on his vindication. NEW FLOWER STORES. Wellsville, Ohio.— R. A. Mick, Main and 6th Sts. Beverly, Mass.— B. Larcom & Co., Cabot and Essex Sts. Crookston, Minn.— The Carnation Store, Post Offlce Building. West Somerville, Mass. — Frank J. Revnolds, Woodbridge Block. Somerville, Mass.— C. G. Ward & Co., Bristol Road and Broadway. Philadelphia, Pa.— F. Herbert Stein- metz, Twenlieth and Locust St. Columbus, Ohio. — River View Floral Co., North High St., Mrs. M. E. Krauss, m'g'r. STEAMER DEPARTURES American. St. Paul, N. Y.-S'h'mpton. . Atlantic Transport. Minnewaska, N. Y. -London.. Cunard. Carpathla, N. Y.-M'ditr'nean Mauretanja, N. Y. -Liverpool. French. La Touraine, N. Y.-Havre. . . Hamburg-American Graf Waldersee, N. Y.-Hamb North German Lloyd Koouig Albert, N. Y. M'ditr. Red Star. Vaderland, N. Y. -Antwerp. . . White Star. Baltic, N. Y.-Llverpool Teutonic, N. Y.-Soutbampton Romanic, BostonM'dtr'nean. Dec. 4 Dec. 4 Dec. 4 Dec. 1 Dec. 2 Dec. 4 Dec. 1 Dec. 1 Dec. 4 Dec. 1 ,^ Dec. 1 5 %<*i PERSONAL. William Wells of Merstham, Eng., who has been visiting C. H. Totty for several weeks returned home Nov. 17 sailing on the Lusitania. Mr. C. W. Smith has served the R. I, Horticultural Society as secre- tarj' for 21 years, filling the position and answering the requirements in- cumbent upon him with fervency and zeal. He has also been identified witli kindred societies for 7 years, which makes a service of 28 years in the harness and he is still an earnest worker with a salary inadequate for the position. Visitors in Boston: A. N. Broad- head, Jamestown, N. Y., visiting Welch Bros., and incidentally stop- ping off at the Harvard- Yale football niiyup; Robert Craig, Phiia., and E. A. Stroud, Overbrook, Pa., plenipoten- taries for the Keystone State in the National Flower Show Committee; J. N. Champion and S. H. Moore, New Haven, interested in dog show and football violets respectively; J. Muller, representing Julius Roehrs Co., Ruth- erford, N. J. ALEX. MeCONNELL 571 FIFTH AVENUE NEW YORK CITY Telegraphic orders forwuded to any part of the United States, CaDa4la, and all principal cities of Eurofie. Orders transferred or intrusted by the trade to onr selection for delivery on steamships or elsewhere receiTe special attention. TelephoneCalls,487an(l 488 MurrayHIII Cable Address, ALBXCOnNBLL DAVID CLARKE'S SONS D«UTer orderi from any part of the c New York CItjr Or OUT-OOINQ STBAMBRS Write or telegraph 2139-2141 Broadway, New York Telephone i5ja-i5J3 Columbus M. A. BOWE In the Heart of New York City 1294 Broadway Tel. 2270, 38th St. NEW YORK Our Motto— The Golden Rule YOUNG & NUGENT 42 West 28 St., NEW YORK "FLOmMM BY TCLEOHAPm" IU3ANT, M. T. Plowr* or Design Worfc 9KLTVERKD IN ALBANY AND VlCmiTt ON TELEGRAPHIC ORDER. 11 NORTH PEARL ST., ALBANY, JU Flower Deliveries In Brooklyn and other Long Island Points New York City, New Jerse.v, etc. At Theatres, Hotels, Steamers or Residences. WILSON Fultoi SI and firieie Atb., Brioklyn, N. Y. DANKER, ^i^?' ORDERS FOR Choice Flowers and Floral Emblems PILLED PROMPTLY BOSTON'S BEST In Quality and Design Qm be rtlied apon when you transfer yooi retail orders to EDWARD MACMULKIN i»4 BoylstoB StreeU Bo5toa LOUISVILLE, KY. JACOB SCHULZ, 660 South Fourth Ave. November 27, 1909 HORTICULTURE 757 RUSTIC WINDOW BOXES Made to order 75c per running foot up. Cedar Bark, per bundle, loo square feet $2.50. HOLLOW RUSTIC LOGS (For Ivies, etc.) 3 feet high and upwards, from $1.00 up. Laurel, Cedar and Pine Branches in barrels $1.00, in bundles 50c. Grape Vine per coil $2. MAPES RUSTIC WORKS, CLAYTON, N. J. Established 1874. FLORIST N. E. Cor. 44 St. & Madison Avenoe, N. Y. City Flowers shipped on all Steamers. Special Co'resoon. dents in all the large cities of Europe and theBritish Colonies. Telegraph & Cable address Dardsplor. ■■" MATTHEWS florIst DAYTON, OHIO Is elegantly equipped to take care prop- erly of all orders for flowers entrusted to him night or day For Dayton, Ohio and Vicinity. Milwaukee, Wis. CCPollworthCo. WILL TAKE PROPER CARE OP YOUR ORDERS IN Wisconsin i-THE BOSTON- CUT FLOWER CO. Will fill orders for flowers, design work or plants promptly as ordered to any address in Boston and vicinity. Usual Commission. 14 Bromfield Street, Boston. Telephone, Main 3681. NEW ENGLAND FLOWER DELIVERIES Send flower orders for delivery in Boston and all New England points to THOS. F. GALVIN 124 Tremont St., Boston TRANSFER Your orders for flower or plant deliY- ery in Eastern New England to JULIUS A. ZlNN 2 Beacon St , Boston ROBERT J. DYSART Public Accountant and Auditor simple methods of correct acconntlng ispeclally adapted for florists' use. Books Balanced and Adjusted Merchants Bank Building 28 STATE STREET, - BOSTOH Telephone, Main 58. WELLESLEY COLLEGE Oaaa HaU, Walnut Hill and Rockride* Hall Sckaola. TAILBY, Wellesley, Mass. Tel. Wellaley M-l and i. Nif he 44-3- ••Just look at these violets! I haven't -norQ them ten minutes and they are all black aud wilted. I will never enter that florist shop again." Thermometer — "I'm glad they don't blame me." "FLOWERS BY TELEGRAPH." Leading Retail Florists Listed by Towns for Ready Reference. Albany, N. Y.— H. G. Eyres, 11 N. Pearl St Albany, N. Y.— F. A. Danker, 40 Maiden Lane. Boston— Thos. F. Galvln, 124 Tremont St. Boston — Edward . MacMulkin, 194 Boyl- ston St. Boston— Hoflfman, Florist, 59-61 Massa- chusetts Ave. Boston— Julius A. Zlnn, 2 Beacon St. Boston— The Boston Cut Flower Co., 14 Bromfield St. „ „ , Brooklyn, N. Y.— Robert G. Wilson, Ful- ton St. aud Greene Ave. . „^ Buffalo. N. Y.— Palmer's, 304 Main St. Chicago— Hauswlrth, "The Florist," 232 Michigan Ave. ,„ ^, Chicago— William J. Smyth, Michigan Ave. and 31st St. „, _. ^ Dayton, O.— Matthews, The Florist. Denver, Colo.— Park Floral Co., 1706 Broadway. Detroit, Mich.— J. Breltmeyer's Sons, Miami and Gratiot Avee. Kansas City, Mo.— Samuel Murray, 1071 Broadway. „ , _, Kansas City, Mo.— Wm. L. Rock Flower Co., 1116 Walnut St. ^ „ ^ , ,^ _ ,. Louisville, Ky.— Jacob Schuiz, 550 South Fourth Ave. „ „ „ „ _x.. ,-. Milwaukee, Wis.— C .C. Pollworth Co. New York— David Clarke's Sons, 2139- 2141 Broadway. New York— Alex. McConnell, 571 Fifth New York— Young & Nugent, 42 W. 28th St New York— M. A. Bowe, 1294 Broadway. Toronto. Can.— J. H. Dunlop, 96 Yonge St Washington, D. C— Gude Bros., 1214 F. St., Wellesley, Mass.- Tallby. NEW ORLEANS FLOWER MARKET. A few cool nights have had a won- derfully tracing effect ou all green- house stock. Roses particularly have felt the benefit and are beginning to show their class. The cut of outdoor roses has been considerably shortened and the indoor stock will now have its innings. Trade in tlie stores contin- ues brisk and many important orders are on the books for delivery in a short time. Weddings and social functions are keeping everyone busy and the season bids fair to be a good one. Chrysanthemums sell well at good prices. My Maryland rose has made a hit and the best buyers ask for it in preference to any other pink. T. Eaton chrysanthemums from the .Metairie Ridge Nursery Co. are wonderful and readily retail at $10- per dozen. The J. Steekler Seed Co. report a lively demand for plants in. their catalogue trade. It will be very welcome news to the flower growing fraternity, and to the retail trade remote from New York city as well, to learn that the Cottage Gardens Company have decided to re- move the restrictions from those two superb carnations. Alma Ward and Mrs. C. W. Ward, and offer rooted cuttings to the trade. TTie dissemina- tion of these carnations, which have continuously brought the highest price in the New York market, brings a great acquisition within the reach of the carnation growers and, no doubt, the response will be a lively one. THE BEST LETTERS 3 FOR FLORISTS' USE THOSE MADE BY THE Boston Florist Letter Go. 66 PEABI, ST., BOSTON N. F. McCarthy, Mfr. Order k CHAS. W. MeKElLAR 51 WABASH AVE., CHICAGO Western Headquarters for Choice Orchids Valley, Roses and all Cut Flowers PETER REINBERQ WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS 51 Wabash Av., Chicago, 111. Long Distance Phone, Central 6004 WINTERSON'S SEED STORE 45-47-49 Wabaih Ave., Chicago. Seedsmen, Plantsmen, Nurserymen Florists' Supplies We can supply everything used by th» Florist. SUPPLY CATALOG FREE. Cor- respimdeuce solicited. POEHIMANN BROS. CO. 13-35-37 Randolph St., • CHICAGO CUT FLOWERS Qraanhouses, - Morton Qrova, IIL Rice BrotHers ' .ti* N.6tta street, niNNEAPOLIS, niMN. WHOLESALE FLORISTS and SUPPLIES CUT FLOWERS rMCJTed tvice daily, ud cu fill •■«r ordan to your utiifaaiaa. A camplete line of Um*j Gr«ea» — WILD SMILAX, BOXWCXID, ■ARDY FANCY FERNS, GALAX LEAVES. Write for qwitaiioB* oa larce qniMMiea. In erd«ring goods plaaM add"! mw H In HORTICULTURE." WELCH BROS. AMERICAN BEAUTY, KILLARNEY, RICHHOND, HARYLAND AND ALLTHE SUPERIOR ROSES, LILY OP THE VALLEY, CARNATIONS, ORCHIDS 226 Devonshire Street, Boston, Mass. WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKETS— "^"^ '""^^WSU!iR. o«.v CHICAGO Nov. 23 I TWIV aTIBS I I Nov. 13 I PBILA. Nov. 2 1 BMToar Nov. t4 Romms Am. BMHity, Fancy aad Special.. " Extra No. I " Lower grades BiMc/Mtid.Chateaay, F. &S... " " Lower grades CtMamey , Fan. & Sp ' ' Lower eradee Richmoad, Fancy & Special '* Lower grades My Maryland. 40.0a CO as 00 to 15.00 to 12.00 to 6.00 to 4.0a to 8-.00 to 4.00 10 It.oo to 4.00 to 4.00 to OAnMATIGNS, Nov. and Fao., Ordinary 4.00 2.00 Chrysanthemums, fancy 30.00 " ordinary ' le.oo Cmto7«s 40.00 12. CO 3.00 • 75 Ltftas Lily ol tbe Valley Violets Mignonette Sweet Peas Gardeniai JuUnntma S^lax Aspangas PtiNBOSuc, strhtss (lool 40.00 " " ft Spren. (100 bchi.ji to .75 2fl.OO .73 12. OC 50.00 30.00 15.00 15.00 5.00 10.00 6.00 10.00 6,00 10.00 5.00 3.00 95.00 15.00 50.00 iS-00 4.00 1. 00 1. 00 30.00 1.50 15.00 50 00 a 0.00 30.00 ao.oo 15.00 10. 00 6.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 3.00 4 CO 3 oo 2. CO 13.00 10.00 40.00 12.50 3.00 •75 95.00 1. 00 12. OO 35-00 23.00 40.00 30.00 30.00 15.00 8.00 6.00 8.00 6.00 8.00 6.oe 8.00 4 00 3.00 25.CO 30.00 60. OO 15.00 4.00 x.oo 35.00 "■25 15.00 50.00 3500 15.00 8.00 3.00 6. CO 2.00 6.00 9.00 8.00 2.00 9.00 3.00 1. 00 so 00 4.00 50.00 8.00 2.00 •>5 2.00 .50 ao.co 1. 00 12.50 35.00 35.00 35.00 20.00 10.00 8.00 8.00 4.00 8.00 4.00 10.00 6.00 8.00 3.00 i.5» 25. CO 8.00 60.00 13.50 5.00 1.00 3.00 t.oo 25.00 1.50 13-00 50.00 50.00 30.00 13. 00 6.«e 4.00 6.o« 40.1 25 «< 2. CO ta 8.«* 13. 00 a. 00 2.00 to to to 3.00 1.30 4. riginal Genuine Immortelle Let- ters, etc. Erery Letter Marked. 1164-66 Greene Av., Brooklyn. N.Y. For Sale by all Supply Houses Wired Toothpicks Manufactured by W. J. COWEE, BERLIN, N. Y. Wt^ao*».'$t*7S; 50,000.... $7.50. SampU iNSt For iaie by dealer* Flower Market Reports. (Contimited from page "I'g) The week opened NEW YORK with improved con- ditions and an appre- ciable increase In tiie demand for all kinds of cut flower stoclt. Prices have advanced generally and clearances were more easily effected than for some months past and all this, notwith- standing a general increase in the cut of small roses, due to the warm weather, and a crop coming on. Beau- ties and Richmonds were the excep- tions, the supply of these roses being lighter. Carnations are not so very plentiful, urJess they are being re- WILLIAM F.KASTING GO. WHOLESALE FLORISTS 383-387 Ellicott Street BUFFALO, - N. Y. SOUTHERN WILD SMILAX Now ready In limited quantity. E. A. BEAVEN EVERGREEN, ALABAMA. GROWERS FOR NEW YORK MARKET Are 'nvited to call or wrlta I can dispose of your flowers for the coming season at top prices and guarantee prompt returns. Established 1887 Open 6 A. M Dally Tel. 167 Madison Sq. J. K. ALLEN 106 W. 28th St. New York NEW YORK QUOTATIONS PER 100. To Dealers Only MISCELLANEOUS CattUyas UHm Lily of the Valley Narcis. Paper White Chrysanthemums " Lower Grades.... Violet* Qardenlaa Adlaotuoi SnHaz Asparagus Plumosua, strings " •* & SpMo. (loobcfas). List Half of Wt«l> ending Nov. 20 190!l 35.00 to 7500 3.00 to 6.00 1. 00 I. 4.00 1.50 to 2.00 B.oo to 25.00 3.0c to 6.00 .40 to .75 19.00 to 3SOO .50 to • 75 B.oo to 13. 00 20.00 to 30.00 15.00 to 25.»« First Mf of WMk keclntiisi: Nov. 22 1M9 50.00 3.00 I. CO 1.50 8.00 3.00 ■ 35 12.00 ■ 50 8.00 20.00 13. 00 75.00 6.« 4M 2.00 25.00 6.O. ■75 35..» ■ 75 13.0. 30,«. •5.0. served for Thanksgiving trade. Or- chids are bringing high prices, some selling at a dollar each. Lily of the valley is a good seller with quotations firm. The chrysanthemum supply is as heavy as it ever has been Thanks- giving week, but they move at fairly good figures. As always. Thanksgiv- ing business is an unknown quantity and it stock is not too plentiful ought to be good — weather permitting also. The price of violets is much below la!3t year's, and it is not likely that they will go much higher than present quotations. Good gardenias sell read- ily. Sluggish' condi- PHILADELPHIA tions prevailed again last week. Chrysanthemums came in in shoals, many of them appearing as if they had been held back for the Army-Navy game — which never came. Many more were evidently intended for Thanks- giving; but refused to hold out that long. Such stock of course, having no regular market, went for anything It would bring — very little as a rule. American Beauty market picked up considerably towards end of week, and at present writing is showing quite some activity. Richmond is improving in quality with demand excellent. Maryland is the best pink, with Kll- larney a close second. White Killar- {Continued on page 766) Galax ond Leucothoe Quality, Packing and Price All Rlcht Wholesale Only. Send for Quotations. J. L. BANNER, MONTEZUMA, N.C. 762 HORTICULTURE November 27, 1909 Buyer's Directory and Ready Reference Guide Advertisements unde« this head, one cent a word. InlUalA count as words. Display advertise™ In thia Iwroe are also Usted under tWs claealflcaUon without charge. Refwence to Uat of AdvertlBers win Indicate the respwjUT* pages. k_ -^m«-. ... ...^ w- ,»iii »™ ♦« nut than. Buyers falling to find what they want In this list will confer a fayor by wnang us and we will try to put them in communication with reliable dealars. AOOOUNTANT B. J. Dyurt, 28 State St., Boston. For psge te LUt of AdTertlaors. ASIANTUMS OedfrcT Aschmann. 1012 West Ontario Bt., Phlladelpbia, Pa. For page see List of AdTertlMCS. ARATJCARIAS A. Leathy t Co., Perking St. Nnrserlas, BoBllndale, Haas. For page see Hat of AdvertlaerB. OodfTey Aachmann, 1012 West Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see LIgt of Adyertlaers. ASPARAGUS Aaparagus plumosus from 2% inch pots, 12.60 per lUU; 122.50 per 1000. Cash with order, please. Floral Hill Gardens, Q. F. Welpp, Prop., Chatham, N. J. Asparaf;H.s Spreufjeii, 2i/4-in. pots, strong plants, Sli.iiO per 1(30. Virginia Nursery Co., Puroellville, Ga. Asparagus Sprengerl — Good plants for 6 In. pots from bench to make room, $5.00 per 100. Cash. J. T. Erickson, Swamp- acott, Mass. AZALEAS Bobblnk & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. A. Lcnthy, Rosllndale, Mass. For page see LIgt of AdTertlsera. BAMBOO OANES ' Yokohama Nnrsery Co., 31 Barclay Strest, New York. Bamboo Sticks, Colored Green. For page gee List of AdYertlaeni. BAT TREES. Bobblnk & Atkins, Rntherford, N. J. For page see Ljst of Advertisers. 2000 Bay and ' Box Trees liT all slsea. Pyramid and Standards. Write for Hat. Julius Roehrs. Rutherford. N. J. BEDDING PLANTS A Lcnthy A Co., Perkins Bt. Nnrssrlei, Rosllndale, Mass. For page aee LIgt of Advertisers. O. Asebmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., PUla- delphia. Pa. Fof page gee List of Advertisers. B. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., Wliite Marsh, Maryland. For page see List of Advertisers. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. For page nee List of Advertisers. Edward Wallis, Atco, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. BEGONIAS Qodfrey Ascbmsno. 1012 West Ontario St.. Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Bex Begonia, 2-ln., strong, 3c. J. H. Dann & Son. Westfleld, N. Y. Rex Begonias. A fine assortment of 12 named varieties from 2% in. pots, strong plants, $4.00 per 100. Virginia Nnrsery Co., Purceliville. Va. BOILERS BOILERS. "Burnham" Boilers made for greeohonge heating. Lord & Bornham, 1188 Broadway, N. Y. Kroeschell Bros. Co., 466 Brie St.. Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. BOOKS Iris, Peony and Phlox Mannals, 25 cts. •sch In Stamps. C. S. Harrison, York, Nebraska. Elmer D. Smith & Co., Adrian, Mich. ~ Chrysanthemum Manual. For page see List of Advertisers. BOXWOOD TREES New England Norseries, Inc., Bedfsrfl. Mass For page see List of Advertisers. Fernwood Nursery, Stamford, Conn. For page see List of Advertisers. Bobbink v>i: Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. For page see List of Aflvertisers. BUILDING MATERIAL BUILDING MATERIAL of sll dsSCTlF- Hon for All Cypress, Semi-Iron. Iron Frane or Trass Honaea. Hot Bed Sash aii4 Frameg. Lord & Burnham Co., 1183 Broad- way, N. Y. ^^:^r^=^=^ RHLBS AHD TUBERS Joseph Breck k Sons, 47-54 N. Market St., Boston. Dutch snd French BdIIm. For page see List of Advertisers. J. M. Thorburn & Co., 33 Barclay St, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. A. T. Koddlngton, 342 W. 14th St., N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. BIckards Bros., XTBaat 19th St., New Terk. For page see List of Advertisers. H. FT MichelT Co.7 Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertlgers. T. J. Grey * Co., 82 asd 33 So. Market St., Boston. Bermuda Lilies. For page siee List of Advertisers. Yokohama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Ralph M. Ward A Co., 12 W. Broadway. New York. Lily Bulbs, Horseshoe Brand. For page see List of Advertisers. Schlegel & Fottler Co., 26 & 27 8. Market St.. Boston. French and Dutch Bulbs. For page gee List of Advertisers. H. E. FIske Seed Co., Boston, Mass. For Page See List of Advertisers. Berrydale Experiment Gardens, Holland, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. F. R. Plerson Co., Tarrytown-on-Hudson, N. Y. Narcissi, Chinese Sacred Lilies, Hyacinths, LUtum Longlllorum. For page see List of Advertisers. E. S. Miller, Wading River, N. Y. For Page See List of Advertisers. F. W. O. Schmitz, Prince Bay, N. Y. rlyaeinths. Tulins. Crocus. For page see List of Advertisers. W. E. Marshall & Co., New York, N. Y. Surplus Bulbs. SPECIAL CLEARING PRICES. TULIPS. SINGLE— La Reiup, 85c per 100; $7. .50 per 1000. Rose Gris de Lin. 85c per 100; $7.50 per 1000. Artus, $1.10 per 100; .'f9..50 per 1000. DOUBLE— Murillo, fancy bulbs. $1.80 per 100; .$16.00 per lOOO. Tourne.sol, yellow, $2.00 per 100; $17.50 per 1000. NARCISSI. Empress, double-nose, $l.fiO iier 100; $14.00 per lOLK). Golden Spur, $1.40 per 100; $12.00 per 1000. Trumpet Major, $1.00 per lou; $8.00 per 1000. 2.50 at I (XX) rate. suns SEED STORE. 544 W. 63rd St., Chicago, 111. CARNATIONS F. Dorner & Sons Co., Lafayette, Ind. Carnations for Immediate Delivery. For page see List of Advertisers. Chicago Carnation Co., Joliet, Hi. Sangamo and Conquest. For page see List of Advertisers. CARNATIONS-Continned S. J. Renter & Son, Westerly, B. 1. Field Grown Carnations For page see Hat of Advertiseni. H. F. LIttlefield, Worcester, Mass. Field Grown Plants. For page see List of Advertisers. Baur & Smith, Indianapolis, Ind. Patten & Co., Tewksbury, Mass. Carnation Shasta. For page see List of Advertisers. A. C. Brown, Sprlngfleld. 111. Carnation Sangamo. For page see List of Advertisers. Chas. Knopf Floral Co., Richmond, Ind.. and S. J. Renter & Son, Inc., Westerly, B. I. Carnation AdmU-atlon. For page see List of Advertisers. Wood Bros., Flshklll, N. Y. Field Grown. For page see List of Advertisers. C. S. Ford, West Park, Philadelphia, Pa. New Carnation Constant. For page see List of Advertisers. Edward^Wallls, Atco, N. J. For Page See List of Advertisers. CARNATION STAPLE Plllsbury's Carnation Staple, 50a fm 1000. postpaid. I. L. Plllsbory, Galesbnrg, III. CHRISTMAS AND EASTER PLANTS William W. Edgar Co., Waverley, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. OHRTSANTHEUUMS C. H. Totty, MadUon, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Wood Bros., FIshkUl. N. Y. Chrysanthemums Rooted Cuttlni^ I. M. Rayner, Greenport, N. Y. Stock Plants. For page see List of Advertisers. Herrlngton's book on the Chrysaathe mum mailed to your address for fiOc., by Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 Haodltor Place, Boston. Golden Glow, Pacific Supreme. Polly Rose aud Glory of Pacific. Stock plants, 25 as- sorted as wanted, $1.00. Chas. Frost, Keo- ilworth, N. J. COLD FRAME MATS W. Elliott & Sons, New York, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. OONIFBRi John Waterer & Sods, Ltd., Amerieaa Nursery, Bagsbot, Eng. For page see List of Advertisers. COSMOS — Early Flowering Headquarters seed. New England grown. The trade supplied, each variety separate. 10c. a package. H. N. Smith, South Sud- bnry, Mass. OUT FLOWER BOXES. Edwards Folding Box Co., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. Bangor Box Co., Bangor, Me. WE PAY THE FREIGHT On Cut Flower Boxes. On all orders for $15.00 or more received during October ws will pay the freight east of the Mississippi All orders west of the river, we pay to the river. Samples of stock and prices on re- quest. Climax Manufacturing Co., Castor land, N. Y. Dept. H. Folding cut flower boxes, the best nada. Write for list. Holton & Hunkel Co., Ull- wsokee. Wis. CYCLAMEN Thomas Roland, Nahant, Mass For page see List of Advertisers. For List of Advertisers See Page 767 November 27, 1909 HOKTl CU LTURE 763 DAHUAS Peacock Dahlia Farms, WllUamatown Jaae- tlon, N. J. For paga lee LUt of AdTcrtlaera. Herbert, Atco, N. J. For page see List of Advertlsera. DAISIES Uaisj- Queen Alexaudrla, from 2H iu- pots. $2.50 per liAi. CasU. O. B. Konrick, 52 Alexander Ave.. Kelmont, Mass. i>£CUiLATIV£ ^I.AMTS A. LcDth; & Co.. Perking St., Naraeriaa, Roslindale, Mass. Imported Plants for Fall Dellvaij. For page lee Llat of Advertlaera. Godfrey Aachmann, lOU W. Ontario St., PhUadelpbla, Pa. For page »ee Llgt of Advertlgera. Joseph Beacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. For page see List of Advertlsera. Bobert Craig Co., Uarket and 4Sth Bta., Pblladelphla, Pa. For page gee List of Advertlgera. John Scott, Brooklyn, N. T. For page gee List of Adrertlaara. Acton Schulthels, College Point, N. T. For page see List of Advertlsera. EVEROBEEirS New England Nnrgeries, Bedford, Ifaaa For page gee Llgt of Advertlgera. Bobbink & Atkins, Butberford, N. J. For page gee List of AdTcrtlaera. FEHNS A. Lenthy & Co.. Roslindale. MeasL For page gee Uat of Advertisers. H. H. Barrows & Bon, Whitman Nephrolepls Magnlflea. For page aec Llgt of Advertisers. John Scott, Brooklyn, N. Y. For page gee Llgt of Advertigerg. Frank Oecbslin, 4911 Quincy Street, Chicago. Ferns for Dtghea. For page gee Llat of Advertigerg. A. N. Pierson, Cromwell, Conn. For page see List of Advertisers. Jnllus Roehrs Co., Rutherford, N. J. Parleyense. For page see List of Advertlserg. Robert Craig Co., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Fernwood Nursery, Stamford, Conn. For page see List of Advertisers. F. W. O. Schmitz. Prince Bay, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Anderson's ferng for In and ontdoon. Largest commercial collection In the conn- try. Ask for descriptive catalogue. J. F. Andergon, Fern Specialist. Short Hlllg. N. J. Dwarf ferns for fern dishes, 6 best sorts. In fine condition, 2c.; $18.00 per 1000. The Good & Reese Co.. Springfleld, Ohio. XXORISTS' Irauge Co.. N. Y. Geraniums, Nutt, $12.50 per 1000; Rlcar4, Peltevlne, $15. A. M. Herr, Lancaster. Pa. GI.ADIOEI E. S. Miller, Wading River, N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Arthur T. Bodrlington. New Yorls. N. Y. Forcing Gladioli. For page see List of Advertisers. Surplus stock of choice named gladioli. Also bulbs and bulblets from my private collection at bargain prices. L. Merton Gage. Orange. Mass. GOLD FISH Price list now ready. Extra large and fine crop of fish this season. No fungus; no lice. Our little hook. "The Gold Flsb Dealer's Guide." tells you bow to handle fish, prevent and cure diseases; free to cus- tomers. Glen Mary Fish Farm, Chas. Pom- mert. Prop., Amelia, O. Largest gold fish hatchery In the world. OI^SS Boston Plate & Window Glass Co., Boatoa. For page see List of Advertisere. Standard Plate Glass Co., 26-30 Sadbary St, Boston. For page see Llgt of Advertlgera. Foley Mfg. Co.. Western Ave., bet 25th & 26th Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertlsera. Sharp, Partridge A Co., 22d & Lumber Bta., i Chicago. For page see Llat of Advertlsera. Parahelsky Bros., Inc., 59 Montrose Arc, Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Adyertlsera. Metropolitan Material Co., 1892-1402 Hatra- polltan Ave., Brooklyn, N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Greenhonse glass, lowest prices. John- gton Glagg Co., Hartford City, Ind. Olagg, High Grade, Double Thick Qreen- houge Glass. Lord & Bnmham, 1188 Broad- wsy, N. Y. OIIAZINO POINTS H. A. Dreer. Philadelphia, Pa. Peerless Glazing Point For page see List of Advertlsera. Ur-AZING POINTS, Lord & Bnraham. Special Glazing Nails (Points). Lord * Bamham. 1133 Broadway, N. Y. GREENHOUSE BUILDING MATK> RIAL Lord & Burnham Co., 1133 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertlgera. Pierson U-Bar Co., 1 Madlgon Sq., N. X. For page gee Llat of Advertlgera. A. T. Stearns Lnmber Co., Nepoaaet, Boston. For page see List of Advertlsera. King Constmctton Co., N. Tonawanda, New York. For page see List of Advertlsera. Hltchlngs & Co., 1170 Broadway, New Tsck. For page see List of Advertlsera. J. C. Monlnger Co., 117 Bast Blackhawk St., Chicago, lU. For page see List of Advertlsera. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., batwasi 2Sth & 28th SU.. Chicago. Pecky Cypress for Benches. For page see List of Advertlsera. S. Jacobs & Sons. 1359-63 Flnshlng Ava- Brooklyn, N. Y. GREENHOUSE OONSTRUOITOM ORFENIIODSB CONSTRUCTION, Saaal- Iron Greeubouse, New Truss Houses aad Iron Frame Houses. Lord & Bnrnhaa, 1133 Broadway, N. Y. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., betwaaa 25th & 26th Sts., Chicago. For page see Llgt of Advertlsera. BItcblngs * Co., 1170 Broadway, New Yoik. For page see List of Advertlsera. OUTTERS GUTTERS, Cast Iron Qattere, L. ft B. Improved V Shaped Gutter with drip gat- ter attachment. Lord & Burnham. lUi Broadway, N. Y. ^^ HAIL INSURANCE Florists' Hall Asso. of America. J. Q. Esler, Saddle River. N. J. For page see List of Advertlsera. HARDT FERNS, MOSS AND GREENS H. M. Robinson & Co., 15 Province Bt aad 9 Chapman Place, Boston. Maaa. For page see Llgt of Advertlgera. The Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, 88 and 40 Broadway, Detroit, Mich. For page see Llat of Advertlsera. Kervan Co., 113 W. 28th St, Now York. For page sec List of Advertlsera. Rice Bros., 115 N. 6th St., MlnnaapoUa, Minn. For page see Llgt of Advertlgera. Pittsburg Cut Flower Co., Ltd., Pittsburg, Pa. Boxwood Sprays. For page .'ee List of Advertisers. HEATTNG APPARATUS Lord ft .Bnrnbam Co., 1133 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertlsera. Plenon U-Uar Co., 1 Madison So., N. X. For page see List of Advertigerg. Kroegchell Bros. Co., 466 Erie St., Chlcagai. For page gee List of Advertlgera. HERBACEOUS PERENNIALS P. Onwerkerk, P. O. No. 1, Hoboken, N. J. For page aee List of Advertlgera. New England Nuraeries. Bedfmd, Ifaa& For page see List of Advertlgera. HOLLY Holly wreaths. Box holly. Holly wreaths a specialty, in large and small quantities. Selected box holly. Write for prices. H. B. Conwell. Milton. Del. HOLLYHOCKS Hollyhocks, double yellow, pink and white, $15.00 per 1000; single, mixed, $10.00 per 1000. Spring sown. Cash. Byer Bros., Chambersburg, Pa. HOLIDAY SPECIALTIES N. F. McCarthy & Co., Boston, Mass. Holly, Mistletoe, Velvet Polusettlas, Laurel Wreaths, Galax, Etc. In writing to Advertisers l(indly mention Horticulture 764 horticulture: November 27, 1909 HOSE iSaiu Henry A. Dreer, Philadelphia, Pa. Garden Hose. HOT-BED SASH Tk* A. T. Stearns Lumber Co., NeponMt, Uau. For page see LUt of AdT«rH»er». Ptenon D-Bar Co., 1 Madison 8q., H. I. For page see List of AdTertlaera. Lord h Bnrnham Co., 1133 Broadway, N. T. For page «ee Llat of AdTertUerg;^^ Foley Mfg. Co., Weetem Are., ^nAmmm 2.5th ft 28th Sta., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. HTDEANGEAS. Henry A. Dreer, Philadelphia, Pa. Hydrangea Hortensls Otaksa. For page see List of Advertisers. INSECTICIDES. NIcoUclde kllU all greenhouse peata. P. B. Palotborpe Co., Blerenth St., Owensboro, Ky. For page see List of AdvertUera. Stompp * Walter Ca, 60 Barclay St., New York. Kllmdead Tobacco Doat. For oaae see List of Advertlaera. B. G. Pratt Co., BO Church St., New Iote. Scaleclde. For page see Llat of Advertlaera. Geo. B. Talmadge, Inc., Madison, N. J. Aphlne. For page see List of Advertisers. H. A. Stoothoff Co., Mt. Vernon, N. Y. Tobacco Powder. For page see List of Advertisers. IRIS J. A. Peterson, Cincinnati, Ohio. Iris I'liUiila Dalmatira. For Page^ee List of Advertisers^ ET^ST^Miller, Wading River, N. Y. For page see List of .^dverfisers. GERMAN litis, colors purple and cream 75c per doz.; $5.(X) per 100. B.v mail. $1.00 per doz., 10c. each. M. L. McClave, Ben- ton Harbor. Mich. JAPANESE PLANTS Takobama Nursery Co.. 81 Barclay St, New York. For page see List of Advertlaera. KEIfTIAS Godfrey Asctamaan, 1012 W. Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertlsera^ A. Leuthy & Co., Roallndale, Masa. For page see List of Advertisers. Julius Roehrs Co., Rutherford. N. J. For page jee List of Advertisers. JosT Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. Home-Grown, Hstabllsbed Planta. For page see List of Advertisers. Bobbink & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. LANDSCAPE GARDENING COURSE Home Correspondence School, Springfield, Mass. Dept. 8. For page sec List of Advertisers. IjILIES B. S. Miller, Wading River, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. MLY OF THE VALLEY CLUMPS Skldelsky & Irwin Co., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. LILY OF THE VALLEY PIPS HJalmar Hartmann & Co., Langangstraada 20, Copenhagen, Denmark. For page see List of Advertlsata . Lily of the valley, field-grown, 25c. per doz.; .$1.00 per 100 by mall; $6.00 per 1000 express. M. L. McClave, Benton Harbor, Mich. ^^— — -— ==:=^=^= MASTICA F O Pierce Co., 12 W. Broadway, New Yark. For page see List of Advertisers. Hioo-Fma Kentucky Tobacco Product Co., Louisville, Ky. NURSERY STOCK John Watorer & Sona, Ltd., American Nursery, Bagshot, Bngland. For page see Llat of Advertisers. P. Ouwerkerk, 216 Jane St., Weehawken Helghta, N. J. For page^ee List of Advertisers. New England Nurseries, Inc., Bedford, Mas& For page see Llat of Advertisers. Eastern Nurseries, Jamaica Plain, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. W. * T. Smith Co., Geneva, N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Bobbink & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. Boxwood and Evergreens. For page see List of Advertlaera. Leisley Bros., Chicago, 111. Trees, Shrubs, Evergreens, Hardy Plants. For page see List of Advertisers. DWARF BOX. Fine, well rooted plants, 3 to 8 In., $1.00 to $5.00 per 100. By mail, 2 to 10c. each. Stock line, but limited. Order soon. M. L. McClave, Benton Harbor, Mich. Manual of the^^Trees of North America, by C. S. Sargent, mailed to your addreaa for $6.00, by Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. TKBB^ SHRUBS, ROSES, BVEE- UHEENS, PEONIES, HARDY PLANTS. BLLWANGER & BARRY, Rocheater, N. Y. Shade and Fruit Trees, Hedge, Berry Plants, Asparagus Roots, Rhubarb. Ken- tucky Nursery Co., Louisville, Ky. ONION SETS Leonard Seed Co., Chicago, III. For page sea List of Advertisers. ORCHID PLANTS Lager & Hurrell, Summit, N. J. Freeh Imported and Established Orchids For page see Llat of Advertisers. Sander, St. Albans, England. Importers. Exporters, Growers, Hybrldlsta For page see List of Advertisers. Carrillo & Baldwin, Mamaroneck, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Ordonez Bros., Madison, N. J., Box lOS. C. Lablata: D. BIglbbum Arrived. For page see List of Advertlaera. Ijirgeat stock in the country. Ask for prices. Julius Roehrs, Rutherford, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Orchid Growers' Manual. By B. S. Wil- liams. 300 Illustrations, 800 pages; deecrlp- tlons of upwards of 2500 species and varie- ties of orchidaceous plants, etc. The maet complete work on Orchids and orchid cul- ture ever published. Price, $10.00. Orders filled by HORTICDLTDRE, 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. PAINT AND PUTTY PAINT AND P0TTY: Ideal Greenhenaa Lead: Special Greenhouse Putty. Lord * Burnham, 11.33 Broadway, N. T. PALMS A. Lenthy & Co., Perkins St. Noraertea, Roallndale, Mass. For page see Llrt of Advartlaara. Robert Craig Co., Market and '49th Bts., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertlaera. Joseph Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. Home-Grown Palms. For page see List of Advertlaera. J^h n Scott, Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. A. N. Plerson, Cromwell, Conn. For page see List of Advertisers. Julius Roehrs Co.. Rutherford. N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Fernwoort Nursery. Stamford, Conn. Tor Page See List of Advertisers. PANSY PLANTS. Giant pansles, Bugnot, Odler, Cassler, Trimardeau, mixed, $2.50 per 1000; 2000, $4.00. Cash. Byer Bros., Chambersburg, Pa. PATENTS SIggers Jc SIggera, Wnahlngton, D. C For page see List of AdvertlaeiB. PEAT Orchid Peat and Mosa alwaya on kand. Julius Roehrs Co.. Rutherford. N. J. PEONIES The E. G. Hill Co., Richmond, Ind. For page see List of Advertlsara. Peony list ready. Write for one today. Standard varieties. Prices right. Gilbert H. Wild, Sarcoxle, Mo. PETUNIAS Petunias, double; rooted cuttings, $1.00 per 100; 2in., 2c. Cash. Byer Bros., Chambersburg. Pa. PHOTOGRAPHS: DESIGNING: IL- LUSTRATING Geo. B. Dow, 178 Waahlngton St.. Boato*. Far page aee List of Advertlaera. piTB AHs nTTmai Foley Ufg. Co.. between Western Arai. aad 26th St., Chicago, III. Kroeschell Bros. Co., 466 Erie St., Cklcafl*. For page see List of Advertlaera. PIPE AND FITTINGS. Cast Iron aad Wrought Pipe, Valves, Elbows, Plpa Ho«k& Automatic Air Headers, etc. Lord * Bars- ham, lias Broadway, N. Y. Geo. B. Doane & Son Co., 18 Midway St., Boston. For page see List of AdvertlaatB. Metropolitan Material Co., 1398-14(M Met- ropolitan Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. PLANT PRESERVATIVES Keep vour ferns six months without cold storage;" flowers, 20 to 30 days, at practi- cally no cost. Formula and complete In- structions on receipt of $1,00. Barton, 110 Portsea St., New Haven, Conn. PLANT STAKES Seele's Tleless Plant Stakes and Trel- llsea. H. D. Seele & Sons. Elkhart, Imd. PLANT TUBS American Wooden Ware Mfg. Co., 889-78 So. Erie St., Toledo. O. For page see List of Advertisers. POT HANGERS Pot hangers. Kramer's, $1 doa. by ex».. $1.25 by mall. I. N. Kramer tc Son, Cadar Rapids, Iowa. PRIMULAS r. Oeschlln, 1572 W. Adams St.. Chicago, DL Primroses Obconica and ChlnenalB. For page see Ust of Advertlaera. Primula chlnensls, 9 colors mixed, 1 Inch, 2c.; Obconica Ronsderfor, LattmasM Hybrids, 10 colors mixed, 2 Inch 2c; Ofc- ronlca glgantea, mixed, 2 Inch 2^4c. J. U Schiller, 929 Prouty Ave., Toledo, O. PRIVET CALIFORNIA 12 to 18 In., 2 to 4 bran., $10 per M; 18 to 24 In., 3 to 5 bran., $12 U; 24 to 30 In., 4 to 6 bran., $14 M; 24 to 80 In.. 5 to 8 bran., $16 M. AMOOB RIVER PRIVET 12 to 18 In., $12.60 M; 18 to 24 In., $15 M, well branched; 18 to 24 In., heavy. $16 M; 24 to 30 In., heavy. $20 M. F. O. B. Bostlc. Caah with order. Valdeslan Nurseries. Boatlc Dept.. Bostlc, North Carolina. Harrison's Nurseries, Berlin, Ud. Privet Hedge by the Mile. For page see List of Advertisers. California Privet, well rooted and well graded. Write for prices. John H. Lane, Little Sliver, N. J. RHODODENDRONS John Waterer & Sons, Ltd., American Nursery. Bagshot, England. For page aee List of Advertlaera. P. Ouwerkerk, Hoboken, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. For List of Advertisers See Page 767 November 27, 1909 HORTICULTURE 765 BOBB» Batort Cmlx Co., lUrkat aa4 Mtk m»^ PlilladaifUa, Fa. T«t pmt* mt» Llit o< AdT»rtl«>i«. P. Omwarkcrk. P. O. No. 1, Hobokca. M. J. For page atu Urt of AdTMtlxra. OlDxec * Conard Co., West GcoTe^ Pa. Norelties In Rogee. For page aeo Hat of Advertlaef. PaaUmann Braa. Co., Morton OroTa^ VL For page eee Llgt of AdrertlaCTa. W. * T. Smith Co., Oenera, N. T. Anierlcan Orowo Rosea. For page gee List of Advertlaera. Eastern Nurseries, Jamaica Plain, Mass. New Rose Daybreak and Lady Duncan. For page see List of AdTertlsers. Tka Rose, \>j H. B. Bllwaoger; mailed (or S1.80 by Hortlcultore, 11 Bamlltaa Plag«> Boaton. Band Book of Cultural Notea on Raaea Uader Olasa, bj V. F. Brleham, mailed to Kr address for 25c., by Hortlcnltare Pnh- lag Co.. 11 Hamilton Place, Bostan. Baby Rambler roses, strong, three-year- old, fleld-gro^vn, own root, have been cut back and lifted and have become well es- tablished in 5-ln. pots, at $12.00 per 100. Virginia Nuiscry Co., rurcellvllle, Va. RUSTIC 'WINDOW BOXES Maples Rustic Works, Clayton, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. SEES GROIVERS BJalmar Hartmann & Co. Canlinower and Cabbage Seed. Laagaogstraede 20, Copenhagen, Denmark. For page see List of AdTertlsers. C. C. Morse A Co., 48-56 Jackson St., San Francisco, Cal. For pago »ec List of AdTertlsers. SEEDS T. J. Orny Co., 32 So. Market St., Boatan. For page see Ltat j)f AdTertlsers. Joseph Kreck & Sons, •1 and 52 N. Market St., Boston, Maaa. For page see List of Advertisers. W. Atlee Burpee Ac Co., Phlladelplila. For page see List of AdTertlsers. Artbnr T. Boddlngton, 842 W. 14tb St., New York. For page see Lift of AdTertlsers. Uckarda Bros., 37 B. 19th St., New York. For page tee List of AdTertlsers. B. & J. Farquhar & Co., 6-7 So. Market St., Boston. Giant Cyclamen Seed. For page see List of AdTertlsers. H. F. MIchell Co., 1018 Market St., Phlla. For page see List of AdTertlsers. J. U. Thorbura A Co., 83 Barclay St, N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Leonard Seed Co., Chicago, III. Beans, Peas, Sweet Corn, Onion. For page see List of AdTertlsers. ■rhlegel t: Fottler Co., 26 & 27 So. Market St., Boston. For page see List of AdTertlsers. B. F. Wlnteraon Co., Chicago. for riantsmen. Nurserymen, men. For page see List of AdTertlsers. A. C. ZTOlanek, Bound Brook, N. 2. Winter Flowering Sweet Peaa. For page see List of AdTertlsers. C. C. Morse & Co., 48-56 Jackson St., Baa Francisco, Cal. For page see List of AdTertlsers. O. T. Zangen, Boboken, N. J. Giant Cyclamen Seed. For page see List of Adrertlsera. B. B. Fiske Seed Co., Boston. For page gee List of AdTertlswa. SLLICAXINE Yehn C. Meyer & Co., Boston, Maaa. For page aee List of AdTertlsera SPHAONTTM MOSS Lire Sphagnum moss, orchid peat aad orchid baskets always on hand. Lager ft Barrel!, Summit, N. 3. A full stock of moss on hand all year around. Sphagnum moss, $1.50 per bale; sheet green moss, $2.50 per bbl.; clump moss, 75c. per hag. H. Kenney, 88 Roches- ter Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. SPRAYERS Chas. J. Jager Co., Boston. Deming Spray Fnmp. For page ace List of Advertisers. ■. H. Hunt, 76-78 Wabash At., Chlcag«k lU. New Chicago Sprayer. For page see List of Adrertlaera. STEVIA Wood Bros., Flshklll, N. Y. For page .^ee List of AdTertlsers. S'WEET PEAS A. C. Zrolanek, Bound Brook, N. J. Winter Flowering. For page see List of AdTertlsers. teoetabi;e pijints B. Vincent, Jr., A Sena C*., White Marsh, Md. For page see List of AdTertlseis. YENTILATINO APPARATUS Pleraon U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. X. For page see List of Advertlsera. Foley Mfg. Co., Western At«., betwaea 25th & 26th Sts., Chicago. The AdTance Co., Richmond, Ind. For page see List of AdTertlsers. VENTILATING APPARATUS- VENTILATING MACHINERY New Model encased, self-olllog gear; Standard Model Open Gear. Lord & Bornham, lUS Broadway, N Y. violets] William Sim, Cllftondale, Mass. WTLD SBTCLAX E. A. BeaTen, Evergreen, Ala. Southern Wild Smilai. For page see List of Advertisers. WIRED TOOTHPICKS W. J. Cowee Berlin, N. Y. For page see List of AdTertlsers. WIREWORK Seed Jb Keller, 122 W. 26tb St., N. Y. For page gee List of Advertisers. Dnrand t Marohn, Albany, N. Y. For page see List of AdTertlsers. WIreiwork. Write for our catalogne. Holton A Hnnkel Co., MllTraukee, WhL WUIIam B. Hellschers Wire Works, 88-M Broadway, Detroit. Mich. Wlrework — Compare our prices with others. Scranton Florist Supply Co., 901 N. 7th St., Scranton. Pa. 50 per cent less than manufacturing cost. Our specialty — 100 assorted designs, $10.00. H. Kenney, 88 Rochester Aye., Brooklyn, N. y. "(VHOLESAU; FLORISTS Bastaa N. F. McCarthy i Co., 84 Hawlay St.. Boston. For page see List of Advertlsera. H. H. Robinson A Co., 15 FroTlnca St and 9 Chapman PI., Boston. For page see Llgt of Advertisers. Weldi Bros., 226 Devonshire St, Bostaa. For page see List of Advertisers. BuHale. N. Y. WUUarm F. Kastlng Co., S83-8T Bllcott tt, Buffalo, N. Y. For page see List of Advertlsera. Obleago Chas. W. McKeller, SI Wabash At«v Chicago. For page gee List of Advertisers. Peter Relnberg, 51 Wabash Ave., Chicago. For page see List of AdTertlsers. B. F. Wlnteraon Co., 45-49 Wabaah Ava.. Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. WHOLESAXf IXORISTS— Chicago — Contiiiaed Posblmann Bros. Co., Morton Otots, IIL For page sse List of Advertisers. Boerber Bros., Atlas Block, 61 Wabaah Ava.. Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers, Cincinnati, Ohio The J. M. McCnllough's Sens 0*., Ctad» natl, Ohio. For page see List of Advertisers. Crornvrell. Conn. A. N. Plerson, Cromwell, Coaa. For page aac List of Advertisers. Detroit Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, 88 aa4 Broadway, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. Minneapolis Rice Bros., US N. eth St., MlnaeaaoU* Minn. For page see List of Advertisers. ITaw Tark Ford Bros., 48 W. 28th St., New Yark. For page see List of Advertisers. B. B. Froment S7 W. 28th St., New Yatk. Far page see List of Advertisers. Alex. J. Qnttmau, 84 W. astb 8t, Maw York. For page see List of Advertisers. B. C. Horao, 66 W. 23tti St., New Ysrt. For page see List of Advertisers. A. B. Langlahr, 66 W. ffith St, New Yotfe. For page see List of Advertisers. James McManns, 42 W. asth 8t, Nsw Ystft. For page see List of Advertisers. Jolhn I. Raynor, 49 W. aSth St., Naw Yaitt. For page see List of Advertisers. W. F. Sheridan, 39 W. 28th St., New Yart. For page gee List of Advertisers. Moore, Hentz & Nash, 55 and 67 W. Wtk St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Wm. B. Kuebler, 28 Wlllonghby SL. Brooklyn. N. Y. For page see Llat of Advertisers. Ulllang Bros., 41 W. 28th St, Naw YariL For page see Llgt of Advertisers. John Young, 61 W. aSth »t.. New Yatk. For page see List of Advertisers. Greater New York E^orlsta' AasocbtlOB, 182 Livingston St, Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertlgers. Frsnk MUlang, 55-57 W. 96th St., Haw York. For page see List of Advertisers. PblUp F. Kessier, 65 * 67 W. 2«tk St, New York. For page see List of AdTertlsers. A. U Yonng & Co., 64 W. 28th St., N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. J. K. Allei. 106 W. 28th St., New Tstk. For page see List of Advertisers. Charles Mlllang, 66 and SI West 26th St, New York. For page see Ust of Advertisers. B. 8. Sllnn, Jr., 65-57 W. 26th St, Naw York. For page see List of Advertisers. PUIadelpkla W. a McKlSBick & Bros., 1619-1011 stead St., PhUsdelpUa, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Leo Nlessen Co., 1200 Arch St, PhUadai- pbia. Fa. For page see List of Advertisers. The S. S. Pennock-Meehao Co., leOS-lt Ludlow St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertlgers. In writing to AdYeriisws Idndly mentim Horticulture 766 HORTICULTURE November 27, 1909 New Offers in This Issue. BOXWOOD. Peruwood Nureery, Stamford. Comi, For page see List of Advertisei-s. CARNATIONS ALMA WARD AND MRS. C. W. WARD. Cottage Gardens Co., Queeus, L. 1., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. COCOS WEDDELIANA. Henry A. Dreer, Philadelphia. Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. DAHLIAS, GLADIOLUS. J L. Mocire, Northbui", Mass. For page see List of Ailvertlsers. FORCING ASPARAGUS AND RHUBARB. Warren Shiun, Wonilstuwn. N. J. For page see List of Ailvertlsers. FLOWERS DELIVERED TO STEAM- ERS. Dards, New York. N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. FLORISTS' RIBBONS. S. S. Pennock-Meehan Co., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. GLASS CLEANER. Andersen ripeL-lalty Co., c'hii-ago, 111. For page see List of Ailvertlsers. NEW SEEDLING ROSE "RADI- ANCE." John Cook, lialtlmore, ild. For page see List of Advertisers. PLANT tubs! lienry A. Dreer, Philadelphia, I'a. B"or page see List of Advertisers. WATSONIA ARDERNEI. Henry F. Mic-hdl Co., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Flower Market Reports {^Continued from page yoi) ney is the best in whites althougli t'lere are some \ery fair Brides around. Enchantress, Bountiful, W. Perfection iind Beacon are the carnation leaders, and show marld to the herbaceous border. Tbey grew remarkably well, and from September up to quite recently they were the most beautiful plants in the garden. They were low and bushy, thus not requiring staking, and were a mass of blooms, every one a differ- ent color. When these early hardy singles become better known, I predict that they will be the most popular an- nual grown. They come into flower at the proper time of the year, just when other annuals and herbaceous plants are on the wane. These single chrys- anthemums also make beautiful ob- jects when grown in pots, either as specimens or for cut flowers. Section 9. Spidery and fantastic va- rieties.— The members of this section are merely curiosities. A comparison of the varieties Golden Shower and F. S Vallis shows the variability and possibilities of the genus. KILLARNEY DROPPING LEAVES. I would like a few suggestions in the management of Killarney roses. We have had no trouble in producing the very best plants, cutting flowers with 1% to 3V^ ft. stem, disbudding so that the first crop lasted from Aug. 24 to Nov. 1st. A fair amount of young growth is coming on and still the old leaves are hardening and falling, out of all proportion to the good of the plants. The soil has been kept reasonably moist: syring- ing about once a week; night tem- perature about 60 degrees: feeding was done in small doses when the crop was on. If you know of anyone able and willing to give any pointers on this subject kindly let me know through HORTICULTURE, New York. J. P. A. J. P. A. need not be unduly alarmed about his Killarney's dropping their leaves if they are otherwise doing as well as he says. It is character- istic of this variety to shed their old leaves, especially in dark weather. The best remedy seems to be to feed liberally and to keep them producing new leaves so fast that they can well spare any old ones they lose. Of course between crops a little extra care in watering is necessary but they should never be allowed to be- come dry. Montrose, Mass. E. HOLMES. November 2V, 1909 horticulture: 769 CHICAGO NOTES. A Great Exposition. At the Tribune's great Land Ex- position at the Coliseum, now open, an interesting feature is the demon- stration of what can be accomplished by irrigation in an arid country. The displays of fruit and vegetables from the irrigated sections are certainly grand and the free lectures with the aid of stereopticon views are of great educational value and are largely at- tended. The southern cotton exhibits are extremely interesting. Michigan has a large display of fruits and vegetables and the Western Michigan Development Bureau has enough pro- duce displayed to make a whole show of itself. Grain of all kinds to the extent of seventy bushels is here and the manager will tell you it was Michigan seed peas that took the first prize at the Detroit show. General News Notes. The Chicago Flower Show cleared about $.3,000 above all expenses. November has made a record as the warmest November in 38 years. A new retail store in the Masonic Temple and known as the Masonic Temple Floral Shop is the latest addi- tion to the loop district. Geo. Visas is proprietor and the store has en- trance on both Randolph and State streets. Last week a man carelessly left his horse untied and the animal damaged a street tree by eating a large piece from it. At City Forester Frosts' recommendation the owner of the horse was arrested and fined $5.00 and costs. The Freeport Floral Co. of Free- port, 111., recently incorporated with Louis Bauscher, sec'y and genl. manager, has taken over the business of Louis Bauscher, established in 1883. They have erected during the past season four houses and contem- plate extensive additions next season. Their new store in the business sec- tion of the city is just completed and they will build conservatories in con- nection next season. Personal. Anton Then is very ill with typhoid fever, Henry Smith. Grand Rapids, Mich., is taking a trip to Texas and looking after his interests in fruit and vege- table farms there. S. F. Willard, Jr.. son of S. F. Wil- lard. seedsman from Weathersfleld, Conn., has taken a position in the office of Vaughan's Greenhouses at Western Springs. Visitors in Chicago: H. E. Kidder, representing Ionia Pottery Co.; T. Mellstrom, representing Sander &• Sons, St. Albans. Eng. ; Alfred Mis- terfield, representing C. G. Gilbert, Oregon, 111. The latter will build additional houses in the spring: Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Soper, Rockford. 111.: Louis Bauscher. Freeport, 111.; Mr. Cochrane, of Cochrane & McKay. West Pullman, 111. Washington is the proud possessor of another wholesale house, "The Florists' Exchange." It is an incor- por.Tted company of Washington flor- ists with the following officers: J. Louis Loose, presi'lent: Theo. Diet- rich, vice-president; William Bowdler, secretaiT; .John Robertson, treasurer; Albert Schnell, manager. New Chicago Sprayer Tbls aprayer is made of aluminum w 1th two brass plates, one fine, one coarse. These are easily removed and quickly cleaned. Spraying face 4^! Inches wide, nozzle 6H Inckea long; ^ inch pipe connec- tions. These sprayers will never wear out and are said by users t» be the finest on the market Send to us for testimonials from growers using them. Price $2.50 Each E. H. Hunt, 76-78 Wabash Ave., Chicago, 111. PR.AXT-S SCALECIDE Will positively destroy SAX JOSK SCALE and all soft bodied sucking insects ■without injury to the tree. Simple, more effective and cheaper than Lime Sulphur. Not an experiment. On* pBllon niftkva 16 to 20 gallons spraj by eimiilj adding water. Send for BooKlet, "Oreha^ Insurance." B. G. PRATT CO.. 50 CHORCH ST.. HEW YORK CITY. The Best Bug KilleraM Bloom Savei For PROOF WriUt* P.R.PaMhorpiCa. OWENSIIM. IT. 0 Olixai (MU fSo are easy to kill with The Fumigating Kind Tobacco Powder All our bags have our guarantee tag on the bag, reading "Satisfaction or Money Back." and this trade marlQ $3.00 per bag 100 lbs. It costs I 5 cts. to thoroughly (mnigate a house 100x25. We sell direct to the grower. The H. A. Stoothoff Co. Mount Vernon, N. Y. Which Spray Pump^ ^^^^^^B Bhall yon buytBnyth© Spray Pump that folly meets the demands of the QoverniDent Agrl-^ caltnr&l Scientists and all practi- cal Pmlt Orowera. These ptimps are wldelj known aa DEMING SPRAYERS and are made In 23 styles for ose In ■mall gardens or immense orchards. Writ* for cor 1909 catalog with Sprarlnff Chart. Add 4 cents post- age ana receive "Sprayins tor TnttW*m oaeful guide book. CHARLES J. JAtfER GO. Sll-SIB nmaUtaM.. B«rtaa SPPAYED In ordering goods please add "1 taw it in HORTICULTURE." A GRAND RAPIDS MARKETING PLAN. N. B. Storer of the floral depart- ment of the Grand Rapids Green- house Co., Grand Rapids, Jllch., spent several days In Chicago last week. This company was organized two years ago and In addition to flowers grows mushrooms and vegetables. In- cluding large quantities of lettuce. The Grand Rapids vegetable growers have established a central depot for the vegetables from all the growers and when the produce is received It is graded and prices fixed accord- ingly. After a few trial orders pur- chasers from out of town become familiar with the grades by name as standard, etc., and can buy intelli- gently. The association consists of seven directors, five of whom are growers. S. J. Perry is sales mana- ger. NEWS NOTES. The Growers' Cut Flower Company, New York city, is recorded as having entered judgment against Abi-aham Jacobs for $140.00. Portland, Ore. — X. L. Crouch has liurchased of \V. H. Wood his large greenhouse, containing 30,000 feet of glass. 770 HORTICULTURE November 27, 1903 proRj HEWS STANDARD POTS WORLDS LARGEST MANUFACTURERS] POT MAKERS FOR 140 YEARS Pearson Street, LONG ISLAND CITY, N. Y. WRITE FOR CATALOGUE AND DISCOUNTS A. H. HEWS & CO., Inc. CAMBRIDGE, MASS. 452-460 No. Branch St. CHICAGO, ILU GREENHOUSES BUILDING OR CONTEMPLATED. Oregon, III.— C. G. Gilbert, addi- tions. Newport, Vt. — J. R. Farrant, one house. Waltham, Mass. — Pierce Bros., two houses. Berlin, N. H.— Smith & Co., re- modeling. Houston, Tex. — A. J. Reiss, range of greenhouses. Greenfield, Mass.— E. W. Todd, one house, 20x60. Norwood, Pa. — Robt. Craig Co., range of houses. Logansport, Ind. — Traction Com- pany, one plant house. Pana, III.— R. O. Henderson, Third street, range of houses. Oaklawn, R. I. — Wm. Hay, one house. King constructon. Cincinnati, Ohio. — J. Chas. Murphy, one carnation house, 27x100. Lenox, Mass. — Mrs. Robert Win- throp, one house, 11x100 feet. Benton Harbor, Mich. — Central Seed & Bulb Co.. one house, 15x100 feet. Philadelphia, Pa.— Ernst F. Hoehl, two houses, one 15x100 and one 10x65. STANDARD FLOWER POTS Packed ia imall cratei , easy to haficQe. Price per crate 144 6 in. pou in crate $3.16 1207 " '• 4.20 608 " " 3,00 HAND MADE 48 9 in. pots in crate $3.60 4810 •• " 4.80 ^11 " " 3.60 24 «3 " " 4.80 12 14 " " 4.80 6 16 " «. 4.50 Seed pans, tame price as pots. Send for price list of Cylinders for Cut flowers. Hanging Baskets, Lawn Vases, etc. Ten per cent, ofi for cas6 with order. Address HUflnger Bros., Pottery, FortEdward J(.Y. August Rolker i Soni. Act*, tl Barclay St. N. V. City. Syracuse Red Pots ALL THE STANDARD SIZES It will soon be time to order large pots for fall potting. We have a full line of the best. Syracuse Pottery Co., ^'^'^n^^y"^^- J— STANDARD FLOWER — I' y?u'. greenhouses are within 500 miles of the Capitol, write us, we can save you money. W. H. ERNEST — 28th I M Sts., - Washington, D. C. — ?rice per crate 1900* m pou in crate $4,88 •500 «M " " 5=5 1500 a>i ** " 6.C0 10003 " 5.00 «oo354 41 " 5-8o J004 " 4-SO «56 4'/j " :; 5.^4 3305 *' 4.5' MO 554 - 3.78 fcmerican Flower and Tree Tub. No. Top. Deep Price 1 WA 12 $1.00 2 WA 14 1.25 3 16 16 1.50 4 19 18 2 00 b 21 ?() 3.00 « 25 71 4.00 7 25?4 24 5.50 ThaA mericanWoodenw areMlg.Co TOLEDO OH 0 Dayljte Glass Cleaner Will Not Injure Paint or Putty 25 gals, or more. 5 to 25 gals Less tli.'in 5 gjils. OUIGIC— POWERFUL Leaves No Greapy Surface .$0.70 per gal. . .80 per gal. . 1.00 per ffal. ANDERSEN SPECIALTY CO, 4648 Calnmet Ave., CHICAGO PUBLICATIONS RECEIVED. The American Flower Garden, Dou- bleday. Page & Co. — Here is a beauti- ful book and as useful as it is beauti- ful. The author is Neltze Blanchan and the planting lists which form a very important and practical part of the contents are by Leonard Barron. The first chapter is entitled "The Partnership between Nature and Art." This is the sentiment that runs through the entire work and this is one of the strong points that give it unusual value as a book for the lover of nature who is possessed of a long- ing to get very close to nature and know how to work in conjunction and harmony with her. And the civilized world is full of people who are hun- gry for the truths this work unfolds so enticingly and convincingly. It answers a thousand questions that are on the lips daily of the earnest amateur cultivators, many of which, unfortunately, the florist and local gardener are, by a large majority, un- able to answer. For this reason the book before us has a place not alone on the library shelf of the amateur gardener but has also a distinct value for the florist who aims to serve sat- isfactorily the customers who look to him for advice and expect such ad- vice, when intelligently followed, to prove infallible. So we earnestly recommend the volume to our trade readers as something they will find well worth having. There are ninety- two full-page half-tone engravings and four beautiful color plates all depicting garden scenery worthy of being studied as examples of garden art. The lists by Leonard Barron arc well-selected and comprehensive. The price of The American Flower Garden is $5.35 delivered. Copies can he supplied from this office. PATENTS GRANTED. 940,153. Flower Supporter. Adam Helm, Connersville, Ind. 940,562. Apparatus for Jointing Pipes. Winfield S. Sigler, San Pedro, Mexico. OUR ANNUAL SPECIAL Will be Issued December 11 The best and most far reaching Adver- tising medium of the year. Has highest purchasing power behind it. A business proposition pure and simple. Send Advertising Copy EARLY. INCORPORATED. Caldwell, Idaho. — Caldwell Nursery Co., $25,000; W. S. Hawkes, C. T. Hawkes and W. R. Wilkerson. Princeton, Ind.— W. J. & S. A. Rit- tershand and J. T. Hannan have in- corporated for $25,000 under the name of Princeton Gardens. The business of T. C. Thurlow & Co., Cherry Hill Nurseries, West Newbury, Mass.. has been incorpor- ated under the laws of Massachusetts under the name of T. C. Thurlow's Sons, Inc.. with a capital of $15,000. George C. Thurlow will be president and Winthrop H. Thurlow, treasurer. They will carry on as before a retail and wholesale trade in high-grade ornamental stock. BUSINESS CHANGES. Seattle, Wash.— The Seattle Carna- tion Co., W. E. Hopkins, mgr., have combined with the Auburn Nurseries. Pasadena, Cal. — T. E. Gould for- merly with the Park Nursery Co. has associated himself with W. H. Wil- liams under the firm name of the Colorado .Nursery Co.. at 156 W. Colorado St. Marlon, la. — A severe hail storm on Nov. 11th broke about 300 lights of glass in the greenhouses of both Geo. Hutton and I. N. Kramer & Son. DREER'S/n Eflth. 1X.Z. 100. „. .65 7 15 55.00 Florist Specialties b i-K " .75 8.25 65 co KEYSTONE CEDAR C isJf " .85 9.35 75 00 PLANT TUBS D n% " i.oo 11.00 90.00 E 15V1 " 1.25 13.75 11000 F 16^ " 1.50 16.50 130 00 Three largest sizes have handles. Special PAII* TUBS. 8 inches, .30 3.50 28 00 11 " .30 3.50 28.00 Painted Green HENRY A. DREER 714 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, Pa. Ti C A ^^feenfiouseqiazin^ " USEJTKOW. P.O. PIERCE CO. 12 W. BROADWAY NEW YORK Hastlca Is elastic and tenacious, admits of ex* panslon and contraction. Putty becomes hard and brittle. Broken ^lass more easily remoyed wltbout breaking of other glass as occurs with bard putty. Latts longer than putty. Easy to apply. .November 27, 1909 rtOKTlCULTURE KROESCHELL BOILER yADE OF FIBE BOX FLANGE PLATE Can not Crack Water Spaci In Front, Sides and Back Tbe Me$t Popular Boiler Made SEND FOR CArALOGUE. KROESCHELL BROS. GO. 466 Erie St., CHICAGO, ILL. ■treiytblnc for Gre^obuuvo BuadlDK Write for liifi»r- matloD and prices la Widths from 14 feet o inches to 34 feet o inches. Withont posts. KINQ TRUSS SASH BAR HOUSES. IRON GUTTERS AND EAVES. IRON AND CYPRESS BENCHES. VENTILATING MACHINERY. KING CONSTRUCTION CO. NOBTH TONA WANDA, N. Y. The Advance Ventilating Macliine is made of the best material. It is neat, strong. It is compact. It is unexcelled. It is powerful. It is mechanically built. It is easily operated. It has no wearing parts. Ask a florist who owns one and see if it isn't highly recom- mended to you as being the best machine on the market. Write for prices. They are very rea- sonable. We can save you money and give you better, or best for the same. The Advance Go. RICHMOND, INO. SASH BARS feet or longrer HOT BED SASH PECKY CYPRESS BENCH LUMBER (JYPRESS^^ GREENHOUSES ERECTED AND EQUIPPED COMPLETE IF DESIRED Write for Circnlar "D" and Prices The A. T. STEARNS LUMBER CO. NEPONSET, BOSTON, MASS. STANDARD PLATE GLASS CO. rianufacturers — Importers — Jobbers NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY FRENCH OR AMERICAN GREENHOUSE GLASS LOWEST PRICES ON REQUEST 26-30 Sudbury St. BOSTON, HASS. 61-63 Portland St. GLASS Our Specialty Can interest yoa with our prices all the time; we ask you to write us. "Result," "Satisfaction." Sharp, Partridge & Co., Chicago, III. BOSTON PLATE & WINDOW GLASS CO. GREENHOUSE GLASS """*~ *"•* 261 to 287 A Street BOSTON AMERICAN 20 to 22 Canal Street GLASS FOR SALE New American nataral glaaa made 8x10 and 10x12 B, sin- gle, $1.56 per box; 8x10, 10x12 and 10x15, B, doable, $1.80 per box; 12x14 to 12x20, 14x16 to 14x20, B, double, $1.92 per box; 16x16 and 16x18, B, doable, $2.00 per box; 12x24, B, double, $2.08 per box; 16x20, 16x22 and 16x24, B, double. $2.13 per box. Discount In large quantities. D I D C G***! serviceable second-hand wltb ■ I r C good threads ajid a coupling with each length, no Jnnk — 1 In., 3c.; H4 In., 4%c.; 1% In., 5c.; 2 In., 6%c.; 2H In., 10%c; 3 In., at 14c. and 4 In. at 19c. New 3 In. standard black, S%c. Old 4 In. greenbonie pipe, 14c. per foot; 4 In. boiler tabes, 7c. per foot. We quote you above only a few of our prices. We manufacture aud Job In every- thing pertaining to greenhouses, both new and secondhand. Get our prices before placing your orders. METROPOLITAN ATERIAL CO. Greenhouse Wreckers 392-1402 netropolilan Ave.. Brooklyn, N. Y. Write to us about your Material and Plans for any size and style of GREENHOUSE for new structure or repairs. Hot Bed Sash In stock or any size required. Pecky Cypress Benches most lasting and least expensive. The Foley Mfg. Co. Western Ave. and 26tb St. CHICAGO, - - ILL. Send your business direct to Washington. Saves time and insures better service. Personal attention guaranteed. Twenty-five years' active service. SPECIALTY: "Working on the Failure ol Others." 8IG6ERS & 8I66ERS PATENT LAWYBRS Box 9, National Union Building Washington, D. C. GLASS Greenhouse and Hot Bed SIZES OUR SPECIALTY IMMENSE STOCK Plate and V^indo^v Glass Write for Our Prices PARSHELSKY BROS., Inc. 59 Montrose Ave., BROOKLYN, N. T. IRON PIPE Second Hand Suitable for all greenhouse purposes, steam, water, gas or oil, also for fences or posts. All sizes. Prices low. GEO. B. OOANE & SON CO. 18 Midway St., Boston, Mass. Telephone. Main 4419. GREENHOUSE CONSTRUCTION LUMBER John C. Moninger Co. 117 E. Blackhawk St., CHICAQO. 4 Holds Class FIrrnly i PEERLESS 1 Glftzlng Points ve tbebeJt. i No righ--3 or lefla. Box of * l.OOOpoin" 75 eta. poilp.id. I nENBT A. DREEB, I 714 CfaMtnDt St., mi.., r.. The FLORISTS' HAIL ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA, insurer of 32,600,000 sq. ft. of glass. For particulars address John C.Esler,Sec'y,Saddle River, N.J. HORTICULTURI^ November 27, 1909 Most Up-to-Date Factory in the Business Over 7 acres devoted solely to manu- facturing every kind of greenhouse ma- terials. We do not buy the various manufac- tured materials needed, and resell them — we manufacture everything at our factory. Puttj, Ventilating Machinery, Boileis — everything for the greenhouse. For this reason you can depend on getting from us, uniformly high-grade mate- rials. Such materials as can only be made by fully equipped greenhouse manufacturers. Buy all your materials tor your next, house direct from the Hitching? Manu- factory. Hitchings & Company Designing & Sales Offices 1 170 Broadway. N.Y. General Offices & Factory Elizabeth, N.J. SAFE OREENHOUSE, ^ There is something to be said against columns in a house, but there is a whole lot to be said for them. There is a structural danger line, which if you pass, you simply take ch inces — and mighty long ones at that. The Sectional Iron Frame Construction has the fewest columns of any safe construction. It's safe to be on the safe side. Let the other fellow do the experimenting. [rvington-on-Hudson, N.Y. New York St James BIdg. Boston Tremont BIJc. Philadelphia Heed BIdg Chicago The Rookery ABOUT THE WAY WE lUAKE OUR ROOF CONNECTIONS Everybody kicks against the heavy, ugly valleys necessary in the ordi- nary constructions. The UBar makes one that is clean cut, light and so skillfully handled that you scarcely notice it in the house. Other superior points of con- struction shown in the Advance Sheets of our new catalog which are now ready. PIERSONU-BAR COMPANY NUMBER ONE MADISON AVE. N. Y. w^m^^^^m Vol. X. DECEMBER 4, 1909 No. 23 Nkw Hybrid Astek Nova-Beli;ii Evening Star DEVOTED TO THE FLORIST. PLANTSMAN. LANDSCAPE GARDENER AND KINDRED INTERESTS Published Every Saturday at 11 Hamilton Place. Boston. Mass. Subscription. 91. OO per Year 0j^ 77-4 HORTICULTURE December 4, 1909 Bobbink & Atkins Nurserymen and Florists Rutherford, - N.J. BOXWOOD AND EVERGREENS Boxwood, Pyramid: 2V4ft. ...$1.00 each 4% ft. .$3.50 each 8 ft ... 2.00 each 5 ft. . 4.00 each 8V4ft. ... 2.50 each 5^-6 ft. . 5.00 each 4 ft. ... 3.00 each 6 ft. . 6.00 each We have a large quantity and floe as- Bortment of small EVEKGREENS for Window Boies and Vases: 10-12 Inches $20.00 per 100 12-15 Inches 25.00 per 100 15-18 Inches 35.00 per 100 KENTIA8 AND BAY TREES Our stock Is larger and finer than ever We can fill orders for all sizes. A Visit to our Nursery will convince you we have the quality that gives sat- isfaction. AZALEAS. Have arrived In splendid condition. We have all the most important varie- ties and sizes. Anybody In want of a quantity will do well to Inspect our plants before placing their order. Schryveriana NIobe Paul Weber Prof. Welters Raphael Simon Mardner Vervaeneana Louis de Kerchove Mme. Van der Deutsche Perle Cruyssen John Llewellyn Dr. Moore Mme. Jos. Ver- Mme. Cam. Van vaene Langehove Memolre de L'Van Paul de Schryver Houtte Slglsmund Rucker and others. DIa. Dla- In. Doz. 100 in. Doz. 100 8-10, $3.50 $25 15-16, $9.00 $75 10-12 4.50 35 16-18, 12.00 90 12-14, 6.00 45 18-20, 25.00 200 14-15, 7.60 60 20-24, 36.00 300 Order early to save heavy express charges; impossible to ship by freight In cold weather. NEW SEEDLING ROSE "RADIANCE" A Seedling from Cardinal, a brilliant rosy carmine with rich opaline tints in the open flower ; the form is fine, large, with cupped petals ; bud long, brilliant, radiant, with extra long stems ; a constant bloom- er, very fragrant, foliage abundant and of splendid substance. 2}4 inch pots $18 per 100, ready for delivery in March. Cash from unknoiuH correspondents. JOHN COOK, 318 N. Charles St., Baltii Md. r CHRISTMAS PLANTS We have on hand an extra fine lot of JERUSALEM CHERRIES •which we offer at $2 and $3 a dozen. Cash with order please PAUL DE NAVE T»i. 615-21 39 Farnhim St., Fall River, Mass. Important Announcement To Carnation Growers At the earnest solicitation of a large number of commercial and private growers, the Cottage Gardens Company has decided to disseminate this year the two famous carnations MRS. C. W. ViTARD and ALMA W^ARD Two varieties which are well known to all vears test in the New Yorl£ market has staving qualities. For the past three .ve.i twentv-flve thousand of each, during which THE HIGHEST MARKET PRICES, and the demand. On the exhibition tabi^ they have taken it is sate to say these two carnations the leading growers of the country. Four demonstrated their popularity and good [•s we have been growing from fifteen to time they have always COMMANDED at no time has the supply been equal to the HIGHEST HONORS, and we believe STAND W'lTHOUT AN EQUAL,. centre; color having strong, and has never September 1st, variety on the shipments of and wherever INVITATION We extend a cordial Invitation to all those interested to visit our establishment, where thev will have an opportunity to see them growing and compare their good points with other standard varieties grown under the same conditions. MRS. C. IV. ^VARD MES C. W. WARD is a perfectly formed flower with full deep pinii several shades lighter than Lawson, deeper than Winsor; erect stems 24 to 36 inches In .length. A vigorous, healthy grower shown disease of any kind. . , „ A very early and free bloomer, producing fine flowers as early as which brliig from twenty-flve to fifty per cent more than any other market. . , , l, « , The keeping qualities of this variety are remarkable. Several blooms sent to Europe reached their destinations in perfect condition, exhibited it has always been the last to show signs of wilting. Society of American Florists, Silver Medal, Boston. 1906; The Craig Cup for Best Seedlin" Plilladelphia, 1906; The Lawson Rronze Medal, Washington, 1908; The Hor- ticulturil Society of N. Y. Silver Medal, Sweepstake prize for liest 100 blooms. New York, ifi()9; The Horticultural Society of X. Y. Diploma, for best new variety. New York, 1909. Rooted Cuttings Ready December 15tK $2 00 per 12, $12.00 per 100, $100.00 per 1000. $95.00 per 1000 In lots of 2500. 25 at the 100 rate, 250 at the 1000 rate. ALMA "WARD This beautiful Carnation Is pure white except during dark weather when It shows delicate splashings of pink similar to the Cattieya Orchid, Increasing its popularity. ALMA WARD is the largest and most fraarant Ca'rnation ever grown, producing perfect flowers 3Vi to 4y2 inches in diameter on strong, erect stems 36 to 42 inches in length. This most remarkable variety takes the same place among carnations as the American Beauty Rose among roses, and has, during the past four years, been awarded numerous prizes including the following: The Lawson Silver Medal, Toronto, IP07, (No Gold Medal having been awarded); The Lawson Gold Medal, Washington, 1908; The Society of American Florists Silver Medal, Washington, 1908. .ry 1st $35.00 per 250, $65.00 per :1, Washington, 1908. Rooted Cuttings Ready Janua i, $5.00 per 25, $9.00 per 50, ?13.00 per 100, $35.( ner 1000. $3.00 per 12, $5.00 1 500, $120.00 per lOOO. Cottage Gardens Co., Inc., QUEENS, LONG ISLAND, N. Y. r of A Fe-w Left the New DaMrson Rambler Roses DAYBREAK and LADY DUNCAN 3 year old Plant* $1 aach, $10 per doz. A Large Stock of Choice Conifers, Deciduous Trees and Shrubs and Hardy Herbaceous Perennials EASTERN NUR.SERIES. JAMAICA PLAIN, MASS. HENRY S. DAWSON. Manager SMITH'S Ghrysantliemum Manual By Elmer D. Smith The most practical work of its kind. 40c prepaid. Elmer D. Smith & Co., Adrian, Mich. CHARLES H. TOTTY Wholesale Florist Chrysantliemm Novelties My Specialty IVIadison, N. J. December 4, 1909 HORTICULTURlu 775 GERANIUMS SPECIAL OFFER for immediate shipment. For Jz 500 cash we will send the fo'bwing collections of 1325 plants, in Zonals, Ivy Leaved, Fan- cy and Scented. This makes a complete assortment, and every one the best in its class. Do not ask us to send part of this order at this price. 50 each of the following 20 varieties Zonal tieranlums, 1000 In all. Alphonse Kicord, Anais Segalas, B aute Poitevine, Col. Thiimas, < ousin Janie, He uve Blanc, Jean Ohtrlee, Jules Vasseut, Le Cid, Mme. Lapoite Bisquit, M. A. Roseleur, Marq. de Ca^tellane, Mme. Barney, Mme. Buchner, Mme. Jaulin, Mme. Landry, Mrs. Lawrence Peter llendeison, Pres Baillet, S.A.Nu tt. 20 each of the following Ivy Leaved Geraniums, 100 in all. Ballade, Corden Glory, Dina Scalarandis, L'EIeganta, Ry- crolt's Surprise. 20 each of the following Variegated Qeranlums, 100 In all. Masterpiece, Mountain of Snow, Mrs. Pollock, Silver Leaf S. A. Nutt, Sophie Lumaresque. 10 each of the following Scented Qeranlums, 100 In all. Apple, Balm, Capitatum, Clorinda, Dale Park Beauty, Nutmeg, Quercifolium, Kadula Major, Rose, Scholteshampet. 25 Pansy Qeranlums. NEW GERANIUMS PRICE LIST NOW READY R. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., white marsh, md. CARNATIONS Field Grown Plants Per 100 Per loco Pres. Seelye, ist size $S.0O $41). 00 White Lswson, istsize 5 00 40. UO Pink Lansun, 2d size 4.00 MISCELLANEOUS Per loo 3tevia Compacta, field grown, $6.00 Asparagus ^luirosa, from ^>j^ in. pots ■*.00 Send for Catalogue of Roses, own root and grafted, and other miscellaneous stock. WOOD BROTHERS FiSHKILL, N.Y. PEONIES Send for our list. The very choicest ComBierfl^xI Varieties. FIELD CARNATIONS Pura White Enchantress Afterglow, Winona, Winsor, splendid plants, $6 per 100, $50 per 1000 THE E. G. HILL CO., Richmond, Indiana. FIELD CROWN CARNATION PLANTS Winsor and Winona, extra fine, $5 00 per 100. H. F. LITTLEFIELD, Worcester, Mast. CARNATIONS F. DORNER & SONS CO. LaFayette, Ind. Geraniums S. A. Nutt, Ricard. Perkins. Buck Dcr, fi.oo per loo Carnations, EDchar tre^s, $1.50 per 100. Boston Market, Red Sport, $i.oo per 100. Djuhltr White Petunia, Hardy Pirks. Vinca Var., Sdlvla Bonfire, 75c. per 100. Ag«rr- atum LnbelidK. Mallarr . 60c. per 100. 5cutii Ferns, $1.00 per 100. Aqulleglas, Coreopsis Dlzl.alls. Sweei Wll.iams. Pansles Giant Prizp, 50c. pf-r 100. EOWAf^D WALLIS, Atco. N.J HERBERT, ATGO, N.J. DAHLIAS Every Day n the Year A New Seedling Carnation of Wonderful Merit. Will be offered to the Florist.' Trade in February, 1910. Orders Booked Now. New Creation. was gnwn by Wm. Bester, of Hagerstown, Md. Color between Rose Pink and Winsor. Produces long Stems and large Blooms from October to June. Free of any disease and do cropper. Calyx perfect. Blooms keep in goo" condition k days. This Carnation has been grown and tested by Mr Bester for three years and all points guaranteed. Pro- duced uuder the moat scientific cultural conditions and will supercede the Lawson. Price for Strong Cuttings, JSIO.OO per 100. C^2, "Ili^ rf~^ "Ii> T^ Florists' Supp'les, Novelties, Etc. • ^» -^ ^_f-»CA-F^ Box 4S!S. Wfe&r PARK, PHlLA., PA. EUablisked /88r AiSO Represefiting A . Hrrrmann, 404-412 East ^4fk Sf., Nfiv York, and others. Tioga Branch conducted by A M.Ford, Tioga, Phtla.^ Pa. Plants can also be secured of Wm. Bester , Flori^ty flngersto'.v . Md. SHJVSTiV- Come and see Sbasta growing, and be convinced that It Is the greateet money making carnation In sliiht today. In point of freedom It eicells any variety ever Introduced. Carries more buds right now than ruost varieties produce In a whole season. The quality Is there, too. High score everywhere. 89 points at the A. C. S. meet last January. Can be seen at either Indianapolis or Tewksbury. Booking orders now for Jan. delivery $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. PATTEN & CO. Tewksbury, Mass. BAUR & SMITH Indianapolis, - Ind. New^, brilliant, glistening pink carnation for J9J0 $12.00 per lOO. $100.00 per lOOO CHICAGO CARNATION CO. Joliet, 111. A. C. BROWN, Springfi id, III A New Seedling Carnation light pink, overlaid with a deep rose pink, the color extending over the petals from the center almcst to the fdge. 1 he most attractive Novelty for 1910. $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per lOOO. Chicago Carnation Co., A. T. PYFER. Manager. JoUet, ni. MARY TOLMAN A NEW LICHT PINK CARNATION FOR 1910 $12.00 per 100. $100.00 per 1000. A. E. HUNT & CO., Evanston, III. CHICAGO CARNATION CO., Joliet, III. HUNT BROS., Park Ridge, III. A new carnation of great promise for igio. Clear, pleasing pink. Evtry one who has seen this variety likts it. $12.00 per 100, $100.00 per 1000. CHAS. KNOPF FLORAL CO. S. J. REUTER & SON, Inc. Richmond, Ind. Westerly, R. I. 776 HORTICULTURE December 4, 1909 New Everblooming Crimson Rambler Rose j FLOWER OF FAIRFIELD ! Flowers in June and continues constantly in bloom until frost ; identical in appearance with the old Crimson Rambler. Orders booked now for immediate or Spring import. Strong field-grown plants, $35.00 per 100; $320.00 per 1 000, f. o. b. Boston. f ! t L. R. & J. FARQUHAR & CO., Seedsmen and Nurserymen 6 and 7 South Harket 5t., Boston, flass. Lily of the Valley Clumps EXTRA STRONG 6 to 12 pips. For immediate delivery. $10.00 per 100 90.00 per 1000 Skidelsky ®} Irwin Co., 1215 Betz BIdg., PHILA., PA. ROBERT CRAIG CO. ROSES, PALMS, and novelties In Decorative Plants MARKET and 49th STREETS., PHILADELPHIA, PA. JOHN WATERER & SON, Ltd. American Nursery Bagshot, England Are Specialists In the REALLY HARDY VARIETIES of Rhododendron Hybrids and in Select Varieties of Hardy Border Plants LEESLEY BROS. Ornamental Trees, Shrubs and Hardy Plants Wholesale Catalogue Free Upon Application N. 4011) and Peterson Ave., CHICAGO, ILL. PANSY PLANTS From my well-known strain, none bet- ter; also DAISIES (bellis) and FOR- GET-ME-NOT, fine plants, $2.00 per 1000. LETTUCE GRAND RAPIDS, BIG BOSTON, $1.00 per 1000. J. C. SCHMIDT, BRISTOL, PA. American Grown Roses Fruit and Ornamental Trees, Shrubs, Small Fruits, Clematis, Evergreens. Write for Trade List. W. & T. SMITH CO. Geneva. N. Y. A SPECIALTY TheDingee&GonardCo.weme Box Trees .„d o,h« EVERGREENS for Tubs -^ Boxes Our Prices are Always Right — Catalog Free THE NEW ENGLAND NURSERIES, Inc. HOLLAND NURSERIES Best Hardy Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Conifers, Clematis, H. P. Roses, Shrubs, and Herba- c.-ous Plants. PmiWrCIf EDIT 216 Jar«St..WMhawkenHBta. . UUVTl!.KIVi:.niV, p. O. no. l.HoboHen.N. J. DAHLIAS -GLADIOLUS 400 Varieties D.ihlins. Selcitions from the l)est the Country affords. Gladi- olus in mixture, in quantities from 1 doz. to 100,000. Order eariy for spring 1910. Citttiio^ltf FrCf J. L. MOORE, Korttiboro, Mass. December 4, 1909 HORTICULTURE 777 Notes From the Arnold Arboretum The botanical exploration of Western and Central China in recent times has also resulted ip the discovery of a number of new Conifers of which several have been successfully introduced into cultivation. Besides the species mentioned below there are of the genera Pirius, Abies and Picea a few other species to which it has not yet been possible to assign names and of which conse- quently nothing can be said at present. A handsome new Pine which has already proved per- fectly hardy at the Arboretum is Pinus Armandi, from the allied P. koraiensis chiefly distinguished by the glabrous branches. The bright green slender leaves, five in a cluster, are about four inches long; the cones re- semble those of P. parviflora. This Pine was first intro- duced by the French missionary Armand David and dis- tributed by Vilmorin, from whom the Arboretum re- ceived seeds about ten j'ears ago; recently it has been again introduced by Wilson. Probably not hardy here will be Pinus yunnancnsis, a three-leafed Pine related to the Himalayan P. longifolia and P. Kashiaj the leaves are about eight inches long and the ovate cones measure about 3 inches in length. Abies Delavayi is allied to A. Veitchi; the leaves are about one inch long or a little less, with strongly revo- lute margins and only slightly whitish beneath and are arranged in two rows. The oblong dark blue cones are about three inches long with the bracts exceeding the scales and spreading before maturity. An allied species is Abies Fargesii, but the leaves are not revolute at the margin and very white on the under surface and the dark purple cones are somewhat longer with the bracts not exserted. This is according to Wilson one of the finest Chinese Conifers and reaches a height of 175 feet. As both species grow at an altitude of about ten to twelve thousand feet, they will doubtless prove perfectly hardy here. Eetelecria Davidiana will probably be hardier than the tender A'. Fortunei which is since a long time in cul- tivation, but still very rare in collections. It is a tall tree resembling in appearance a Fir, but differing from that genus in its persistent cone scales; the obtuse leaves are arranged in two rows and are from one to two inches long, green and lustrous on both sides; the upright ob- long cones are seven to eight inches long with tliickish rounded scales. Tsiiga yunnanensis is allied to T. Araragi (T. Sie- boldii), but easily distinguished by its larger leaves, nearly one inch long, entire at the margin and not den- ticulate; the nearly globose cones are a little over one inch thick. D Picea Neoveitchii resembles in foliage much the Jap- j: anese P. Torano (P. polita); the four-sided leaves are falcate, bright green and about three-quarters of an inch- long, while the cones are similar to those of P. Morinda and about six inches long. Picea Wilsoni is allied to P. C-? Alcockiana and has slender four-sided leaves, less than ^ one-half inch long and very numerous cones not exceed- ing two inches in length. Larlx chinensis is allied to the Himalayan L. Grif- fithii; like in this species the bracts exceed much the scales of the oblong cone, but the cones are shorter, only about two inches long. The bluish green linear leaves are about one inch long. Similar in foliage is Larix Potanini, but the cones are only one and a half inch long with the bracts shorter than the scales. Libocedrus macrolepis is a very handsome tree, also as a voung plant, and is related to Arbor Vitae and Thuy- opsis. The flattened branches are densely clothed with scale-like pointed dull green leaves. In its native hab- itat it reaches a height of about one hundred feet, but as it comes from southern China, it will probably not be hardy in the North. Cephaloiaxus Oliveri does not differ much from C drupacea; the leaves are about one inch long and ob- tusely pointed at the apex. Though since a long time in cultivation Cunning- hamia sinensis ought to be mentioned here, since Wilson secured seeds from trees growing at an elevation of four to five thousand feet. The plants raised from this seed will probably prove much hardier than those now in cul- tivation and may even be hardy in the neighborhood of Boston. In its native habitat it attains 80 feet in height and is a tree of very distinct and striking appear- ance resembling greatly the South American Araucaria brasiliensis. Also of Cupressus funebris Wilson collected seeds at its altitudinal limit, about three thousand five hundred feet, in Western China. This will make it possible to grow this beautiful tree with the habit of a Weeping Willow and a tall straight trunk much farther north than now, though we can hardly hope that it will be hardy here. Thalictrum dipterocarpum At the last meeting of the Boston Gardeners' and Florists' Club a very good specimen of the above plant was shown from the Hunnewell Gardens and though it attracted considerable attention no special mention was made of it. This plant was sent into cultivation by Mr. E. H. Wilson and when shown on Aug. 18, 1908, by Messrs. Veitch of Chelsea before the Eoyal Horticul- tural Society it was worthily granted an award of merit. Generally speaking the Thalictrums are not particularly ornamental plants but this new species is quite one of the best of the many fine hardy plants Mr. Wilson has been so successful in introducing. In its native habitat, Thalictrum dipterocarpum is found on mountain slopes growing among the grass and other dwarf vegetation where it attains a height of six to eight feet and in this country it would succeed well in the herbaceous border where, during the early stages of growth, it received the shade of surrounding plants. The foliage is particular- ly light and graceful resembling a maidenhair fern and the flowers which are very freely produced on each stem are about three-quarters of an inch across and bright rosy purple with a profusion of conspicuous citron-yel- low anthers. Mr. Wilson collected seed of this Thalict- rum around Tachien-la on the frontier of China and Tibet and considers it one of the most delightful plants he found in China, an opinion one can heartily agree with. .^i^n«.ir December 4, 1909 778 HORTICULTURE^ ^-m .^■^•r^rw^w^-w r-w '^^HJ-ntr flowers and verdure supplanted by the frigidity of snow n. V-l Iv 1 1 V^ \J JL/ 1 \J JtvlL^ and ice and yet the advent of the wintry days means to - him opportunity and cheery inspiration for worlc which TOL. X DECEviBER 4, 1909 "0. 23 pj.Qjj^jggg ^n ample return for well-directed effort. ' Chri'^tmas is ' coming — already the well-fed roses, HORTICULTURE PUBLl'sHING CO. bristling carnations and glowing poinsettias are burst- 11 HamYltor* Place. Bosto«. Mnss. nig into the luxuriant harvest which the diligent Telephone, Oxford .9. growcr has timed to a nicety. Thus every disagreeable WM. J, STEWART. Editor and Manager pliase of our life has its Compensations. Let us hope = that all conditions may conspire to bring success and o..ve„.ic.dv.nce.*.TTrFc"^rco:f"es,s.oo.ToC.nad.,»..5« Substantial recompense to thosewho toil among the fjow- ADVERTisiNQ RATES ^^.^ n:^ crs and whose days are devoted to softening winter's Per i«ch, 30 inches to page .'$1.00. harshuBSs and brightening with Naturc's faircst products Discounts on Contracts for consecutive insertions, as follows: ,, 1 .f tlipiv fpllowmen One month (4 times) 5 per cent ; three months (13 times) 10 per ceot.; 1116 llOmeS 01 TJieil ieilUWmeil. •Ix months(26timesi 20 per cent ; one year (52 timesi 30 percent. • . TPiivirlfPfl in nnotbpr column of thls Page and half page spaces, special rates on application. AS lemdlKeCl in anOUier COmmu Ul ullB The last paper, tlie hardy asters, of which America Entered a. -"°°-'--'„'— '■■:-^D'--tJ^';J;-r„1-i5'a;cS TX"" " ^°°' '^'" Aower of alouc fumishcs forty or fifty distinct spe- == autumn cies, are being given considerable attention CONTENTS in recent years by hybridists and improved Page forms are being brought forward from time to time for COVER ILLUSTRATION-New Hybrid Aster Nova- the hardy garden planter. They are among Belgu Evening btar. , ,-,■,■,■■ ^^ j.- i- x f \ i •„! NOTES FROM THE ARNOLD ARBORETUM— Alfred the most desirable m the entire list of hardy perennial Rehrter 777 subjects and the only reason why they have not been THALICTRUM DIPTEROCARPUM — Arthur E. ggg^ j^jgj.g frequently in our suburban grounds is prob- AS^tIr''nota:bei:gYi' evening ST^ : : : : : : : : : ; : : : Ws ^^^y their great abundance in a wild state It is only of PROGRESS IN geraniums— R. A. Vincent 779 late that American gardeners have begun to tuUy appre- NEWS OF THE CLUBS AND SOCIETIES: ciate the worth of native plants and their adaptability Royal Horticultural Society— H. E. Philpott, per- £qj. many purposes above any and all exotic material. trait — Pennsvlvania Horticultural Society — Garden- ,,, , ■' '^,. y .,, .-•'^ „,. i!„,.„,-,^ „,i,;„i-, «„,, 0+ ers- and Florists' Club of Boston-National Flower We have nothing either native or foieign which can at Show 780 all compare with the hardy asters for late display of Minnesota State Florists' Association — Chrysanthe- flowers in the garden. They are tlie very last to stay mum Society of America— American Carnation Socle- ^j^j^ ^g^ ^.j^g j^^gj. gpgeigs seeming reluctant to go, and THB~mTERESTs" OF ^RETAILER,' WHOLESALER stray sprays of bloom may often be found as late as the AND GROWER IN FLOWER SHOWS— J. F. Am- last week in November. i"3"n • • • •; ■■■■■' 'A; ■■■■■■■■■■■■ ''^^ Some of the most enterprising nurserymen PALM GROUP AT ALBANY FLORISTS' CLUB EX- c„„„i„i„„ , -^ ^„ + i ^^ ^-Z u,,,;„'' +„ HIBITION— Ilius 781 Supplying now make it a part ot their business to LOOKING OUTWARD— s. D. Dysinger 782 a demand have in stock at all seasons of the year, EVERBI OOMING CRIMSON RAMBLER "FLOWER hardy vines and climbing plants, as well as NEW ROSe'^Lr wrVAN FLEET-lilusV i ! ! i l ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ^85 ^^her oniamentaloutdoor nursery stock, in pots These PACKING PLANTS AND FLOWERS FOR SHIP- can be planted out at any time and are a valuable acqui- MENT— H. E. Philpott 785 sition for people who are not prepared to do their plant- SEED TRADE: ing at the usual dormant period. Of this kind of buy- Re«?7ed^°''° ^'""^ China-A Correction-Catalogues ^^^ g^.^ ^j^^^.^ ^^^ ^^^^^^ pj^^jy^ ^^^^^ ^^^^^ ^^^.^g ^f gircum- OF INTERES'T 'TO RE'TAIL FLORISTS: stances or because of procrastination— that world-wide Detroit Flower Trade — Steamer Departures 792 human failing — are sure to be looking for things with New Flower Stores— Why Florists Turn Grey, Illus. ^hich to adorn their gardens and homes at seasons when FLOWER^ Ma'rketTeporTS- '^^^ transplanting from the open ground is out of the ques- Boston. Buffalo. Chicago 795 tion. A very much larger trade than has been done m New York, Philadelphia 797 this line hitherto should and probably will be developed. OBITUARY: , ., „ ,, „ „ , , , The main requirement now is greater publicity. Special Carl Jurgens, portrait — George H. Brown — Frederick i j.- • j -j j j i- 1 •„„ Schneider- Jens Petersen Brudahl 802 advertising and a wide-spread educational campaign Miss Anna Cronan— Bernard Breckuer— The late H. with public demonstrations at the horticultural exhibi- F. A. Lange 803 tions everywhere, on this and analogous matters which ^^Oii^'^o^No^es^^* 790 *'^® people should be better informed about, would give a Forcing Spanish Iris! .. ..\ ....................... .. 791 ^^S impetus to the most profitable end of the nursery- Incorporated 791 man's business. Personal 792 = phiiSwf'Notes::::;:::;:;::::: ::::::: ::::::::: III Aster Nova-Belgii Evening Star Our National Fruit, poetry , 804 mi ■ 1 ,-^ 1 , t , ■ • . ■ 1 • About Infested Plants 804 ^ his beautiful hardy aster is a new variety raised m Business Changes 806 northern Europe, color a fine blue. These Michaelmas Greenhouses Building or Contemplated 806 Daisies, so-called, are being used extensively at the pres- News ' N^tes"!*"^ '.'.'.'.'.'.'.'.'.'. '. '. '. '. '.■.:■.■.:■.:■.:■.::::: : : : : : soe ^°* ^™^ especially in England, and indeed all over Eu- rope. Large beds are planted in Hyde Park, England, "Ance mair I hail thee, thou gloomy De- for fall effect. About Boston, Mass., they are also be- Welcome cember." coming very popular and far-seeing nurserymen are cat- December It is with mingled feelings that the flori- aloging them. At the Farquhar nurseries 'fully forty or culturist sees "gloomy December" enter, fifty selected varieties are grown among which' are some He is no true floriculturist if he feels no pangs of regret fifteen or twenty new sorts noticeablv improved in color at seeing outdoor verdure wrecked and the beauty of and size of flower and in floriferousness. December 4, 1909 HORTICULTURE 779 Progress in Geraniums The Zonal Pelargoniums are mostly natives of Cape of Good Hope, a few from Australia. Few subjects that have ever been taken in hand have so richly and liberally rewarded the hybridist's labor. The great number of varieties listed in the catalogues embraces a range of form and color that is truly astonishing and bewildering, and the number is being added to, each year. It would seem every year as if the height of per- fection had been reached, and yet when we see the results of the hybridizer's art in the new introductions each season we must confess tliat there is an improve- ment in many ways. What the future will be no one knows. It would be difficult indeed to name a more univer- sally popular flower than the "Geranium," or Pelargon- ium 7onalc with its allies, the Scented, Ivy Leaved and Fancys. The rose, the carnation, the chrysanthemum and other more or less popular flowers may all have their special seasons to fill, but it is for the Geranium to be everybody's flower. Everywhere and at all times, the joy alike of the rich and poor, the old and young, wherever civilized man may make his home, the Ger- anium is there to cheer and brigliten by its presence today the same as it did in our grandmothers' time. In the home of the tenement dweller we find it strug- gling for existence and succeeding well at the only window in the room. Perhaps the sun rarely if ever shines there, but j'et, from early spring until long after the frosty nights have been followed by winter's death and destruction of all that is beautiful in nature we find the Geranium is still there, blooming to gladden the heavy hearts and revive the drooping spirit, and when trouble comes or cares oppress, it is often the only beam of sunshine that enters the dreary home. In the conservatory of the wealthy we find the Geranium grown to magnificent specimens, that are a wonder to behold, masses of the most vivid scarlet daz- zling to the eye, or covered with flowers of the most exquisite marking or blending of colors that win enthu- siastic admiration from even the most careless observer. As a summer bedding plant there is nothing that can take the Geranium's place. In the spring we have flowers, flowers everywhere, beautiful beds of hyacinths and tulips which in a few weeks are gone, to be fol- lowed by a magnificent display of shrubbery that makes our home look indeed like a paradise, but how soon they fade and their loveliness has passed away as the dream of the night. Then the roses come. With gladness we hail the "Queen of Summer" and the air is made fragrant with her presence. They are beautiful indeed but how soon they bid us adieu, and in their place we have an abundance of green bushes and vines. It is all through the entire category of summer flowers — antici- pation, then realization for a short time, and then disap- pointment. It is then that we turn with a longing eye to the Geranium, as something we can depend on to till our empty vases and window boxes, and beautify our lawns, from the time they are planted in the early spring until cut down by the late frost; even then if they are dug up and given a favorable opportunity they will continue blooming all through the winter. The . Geranium is the one friend that we can depend on to stay with us and to always "make good." Great strides have been made during the past quarter of a century in the cultivation of geraniums. Only a few years ago it was the custom for every florist to carry his geranium stock over during the summer, and it was generally the stock that we had left from the summer Sales, not the best stock either but such plants as we could not sell. These were planted out either in the nursery or in frames, in many cases to fight for exist- ence with the weeds and trash; then about the middle of August the first batch of cuttings was taken ofE and laid on the greenhouse tables to wither a few days be- fore they were put in the cutting bench. A little later, after it had gotten cooler, another batch was taken off and put direct in the cutting bench. If this did not make enough of certain kinds the old stock was dug up and kept for winter propagation, making the bedding stock for late sales. After the cuttings had rooted they were either potted up in thumb pots or planted in flats to be placed in the most out-of-the-way corner of the greenhoiise until long about the last of February or first of March, or until the stevia, eupatorium and other necessary flowers had been cleared from the table, when they were brought forth to be gotten ready for spring sales. It was as necessary then as now that they should be in bloom, and that they should be fairly good plants, but now the flower-buying public has been educated to such a degree that to sell them a geranium it must be well branched, and have perfect foliage, leaves from the pot up, with a flower truss as large as a hydrangea held well above the foliage. But this manner of carrying stock and propagation could not last long, for there was always the deteriora- tion of stock, so that in a very few years the grower had breeded for himself a stock of the very poorest gerani- ums that nature would allow him to, and he was face to face with the fact that his geraniums did not bloom as they should, and that they seemed to have a weak diseased constitution, which he could not understand. Why should he have such poor stuff, when his friend who happened to be a private gardener and who had started with the same kind of stock, perhaps from the same source, should have them so fine? He would then get this friend to let him have his surplus cuttings in the fall, and the same process of deterioration would be started over again with the same results. Now the successful retail fiorist or the man that grows geraniums to the finished condition for the retail trade endeavors to sell completely out, and then buy new stock from a geranium specialist, in just the num- ber and kinds that his experience has taught him his trade is likely to require. In this way he gets what is up to the highest standard of perfection and it is the specialist's business to keep his stock selected up to as true a type as possible, always on the lookout for those with a weak or diseased constitution or those plants that show the least variation from the true type. The propagation of geraniums as carried on in this way has become a special branch of the florist business in which thousands of dollars are invested, requiring large ranges of houses. In most cases the stock is planted in greenhouses either on tables or solid beds, where it can stand for at least two years and propaga- tion is carried on to a certain extent throughout the whole year, those propagated during the last summer and fail being used as pot plants for spring sales, those propagated during the winter for bedding stock and those propagated in the summer for winter flowering. Whitemarsh, Md. (To he icontinued.) 780 HORTICULTURE December 4, 1909 NEWS OF THE CLUBS AND SOCIETIES ROYAL HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. At the committee meeting, Nov. 9, an award of merit was bestowed on Laelio-cattltya Corunna, whose par- entage was unknown to tlie exhibitor, Lieut. Col. Holtord. The petals and sepals were of a bright purple, the lip dark purple, with orange stain in the throat. The flowers measured generally about G inches in width. From this exhibitor came Cypripedium Dante magnificum = Euryades X Charlesworthii. The dorsal sepal has a white ground, and purple lines trav- ersing it. The pouch is of a brownish tint, and petals brown on green, I he flowers of moderate size. C. Leeanum Niobe, a flower of a dark brown var- nished purple color with dorsal sepal white with purple lines, a pleasing flower. Other varieties were C. Darius, C. Rossetti magnificura, a yellowish flower, etc. Mr. Goodson, an amateur cultivator of repute, showed Brasso- cattleya Lily Bourdas = Laelio-cattle- ya callystoglossa ignescens x Bras- savo'.a nigbyana. a la'ge flower, the threat bright purple, siriped purple at the mouth, paling off to faint lilac to- wards the edge; Sophro-cattleya Doris, a cross of Sophronitis gianditlora and Cattleya Dowiana, the color a bright scarlet in all its parts. Comte J. d'Hemptinn of Ghent, re- ceived an award of merit for Laello- cattleya Baroness Schroder variety Mme. Henriette. The solitary flower shown was of a light purple tint with a brighter purple streak down the lat- eral petals and sepals, lip orange, pur- ple at the tip. The color is a singular one among Laelio-cattleyas. Some Odontoglossum hybrids of fine colors and well grown, six in number, came from the same exhibitor. .1. Cvpher & Sons received a silver Banksian medal for a collection of Cypripediums. A beautiful Odouto- glossum was shown by S. P. Walker, named Jasper Walker. It was circu- lar in outline, and each segment, ex- cepting the lip. is white with a light purple tip, and the lip is white spot- ted with brown. Ed. V. Low showed Oncidium In- curvum album, a pure white Mexican species. The specimen shown pos- sessed an inflorescence 214 feet in height, bearing 200 of its minute blos- soms. Messrs. Charlesworth & Co. showed many plants of orchids and among them Sophro-cattleya Eros, ot a crim- son color; Sophro-laelio Marriotiana, orange scarlet; Houlettia Brocklehurs- tiana, a showy, distinct species, and several more species of orchids. Stuart Low & Co. showed a small group including Cattleya Armstrongae, having flowers of pale lilac, throat yellow, the edge of the lip light pur- ple; Laelio-cattleya Tenos = C. Bow- ringiana X L. C. Nysa, an orchid of a glorious color of two shades of pui-ple; Drewett's variety of Cypripedium Acleus; C. nitens magnificum, C. in- signe King Edward, C. triumphans superbum, a handsome, shiny, dark purple flower, and several other spe- cies and varieties. Carnations — Messrs. S. Low & Co. were exhibitors of carnations, among the new vaiieties of merit being Royal Purple. Pink Delight, Mrs. Crock, Rival, a full scarlet: Rosedore, also a fine scailet; Aristocrat and O. P. Bassett. Codiaeums shown ty J. Veitch & Sons were excellent examples of good culture, and to many persons were a great surprise. The leaf coloring was finely brought out, and the plants measured 2 feet to 7 feet in height. A silver gilt Flora Medal was awarded for the exhibit. H. B. May showed exo*;i; ferns in fine condition. The following were the newer varieties of Nephrolepis, viz., N. exaltata Maishalli with crest- ed pinna; appearing on the upoer sur- face of the fronds, which latter are superimposed in two or more layers, a highly decorative sport of N. ex- altata Amerpohli. A flist class certi- ficate was awarded to it. FREDERICK MOORE. H C. Phii.pott, I'l-esident-elect Canadian Hortioultunil Association. IVIINNESOTA STATE FLORISTS' ASSOCIATION. At the meeting on November 18, Mr. Ch. Hansen, just returned from Copen- hagen, entertained the members with his observations of the flower trade as carried on in that city, by florists exclusively. Mr. Dysinger read a very interesting and thoughtful paper en- titled "Looking Outward," H. Will gave a talk on the Chicago and Mil- waukee flower shows and Prof. LeRoy Cady read a paper on "Plant Breedin ; in Minnesota." He showed how Min- nesota had advanced from a fruit-bar- ren state to one of the most import- ant in the fruit-growing list and praised the work of the Experiment Station , through the work of which the yield of wheat had doubled in about 25 years. Exhibits of chrysanthemums and carnations were made by L. S. Don- aldson and chrysanthemums by E. Nagel & Sons. GARDENERS' AND FLORISTS' CLUB OF BOSTON. Landscape Gardening Classes. Members desiring to Join these (lasses are reminded that they were resumed on Tuesday evening, Novem- ber 23, and will be continued each Tuesday evening at 7.30 o'clock, at Horticultural Hall. The teacher is Mr. R. W. Aldrich, the tuition fee very low, and these classes give special opportunities for all desiring to gain more insight into landscape garden- ing than they possess, at a very low cost. These classes are restricted to club members; any not belonging to the club but desiring to join these classes must sign an application blank and forward one year's dues, $2.50, to ihe Secretary. Field Day. The club will hold its next field day at the establishment of Geo. E. Buxton and August Gaedeke & Co., Nashua, N. H., on Saturday, Decem- ber 11, 1909. This will be the first out- ing the club has had to the Granite State, and it is sincerely hoped that a large number will avail themselves of the opportunity to inspect the places named. Trains leave North Terminal Station at 11.30 a. m., arriving at Nashua .lunction at 12.33. W. N. CRAIG, Sec'y. NATIONAL FLOWER SHOW. A meeting of the National Flower Show Committee was held Nov. 19, at Horticultural Hall, Boston, for the purpose of organization and arrang- ing a preliminary schedule. J. K. M. L. Farquhar, Robert Craig, Edward A. Stroud, William J. Stewart of the S. A. F. committee, present. The com- mittee inspected Mechanics' Hall and obtained an option on it for March 23 to April 4, 1911. About $15,000 will be apportioned for premiums. All the committee present were very enthusiastic over the outlook for Bos- ton, 1911. President-elect of the S. A. F , F. R. Pierson, presided at the meeting and S. J. Goddard served as secretary. The S. A. F. Committee Chairman Pierson requested the Massachusetts Horticultural Society, Boston Co-op- erative Flower Market, Park St. Mar- ket. Gardeners' and Florists' Club, to appoint each three members to com- pose a general committee. The Mass- achusetts Horticultural Society will appoint at next regular directors' meeting. Boston Co-operative Flower Market appointed Wm. H. Elliot, Nor- ris F. Comley and John McFarland. Park St. Market— S. J. Goddard, E. Allan Peirce and A\ex. Montgomery. Gardeners' and Florists' Club — P. Welch, Duncan Fimlayson and Thos. Roland. The next meeting will be upon the call of Committee on Preliminary Schedule. S J. GODDARD, Sec. of meeting. December 4, 1909 HORTICULTURE 781 PENNSYLVANIA HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. We have received copies of the schedules of special premiums offered for the spring exhibi;ion to be held in Philadelphia, March 15, IG and 17, 1910, by Hosea Waterer (?215.50), Henry A. Dreer, Inc. ($120.00) and H. F. Michell Co. ($200.00). Waterer's premiums cover the various classes of tulips, narcisfi, hyacinths, callas, spireas, lilies, lilacs, rhododendron Pink Pearl and hippeastrums. Dreer provides for roses in thirteen classes, irises, primula^j, wall flowers, aspara- gus. Azalea mollis, campanulas, an- thuriums, amaryllis, Nephrolepis Schoelzeli, Acanthus montanus, etc. Mishell's list includes hyacinths, tu- lips, narcissi, lilies, lily of the valley. yellow callas, irises, cinerarias, ama- ryllises, violets, azaleas and similar spring forcing favorites. CHRYSANTHEMUM SOCIETY OF AMERICA. Work of Committees. Cincinnati, Ohio.— Seedling 201-6-08, Jap., white tinted light pink. Ex- hibited by Elmer D. Smith & Co., Adrian, Mich. 87 points. Certificate. —Seedling 299-2-08, Ref. Jap., shell pink. Exhibited by Elmer D. Smith & Co. 88 points. Certificate. Chicago, III. — Seedling 109, Anem., lemon yellow. 78 points. Philadelphia, Pa.— Seedling 299-2- 08, Jap., light pink. Exhibited by El- mer D. Smith &. Co. 8.3 points com- mercial, 83 points exhibition scale. AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. New Carnations register'ed by W. H. Shumway, Berlin, Conn: Elizabeth — Parentage uncertain. Color brilliant red. Size 3 to S'o inches. A good grower of excellent habit. Not over- much grass, every shoot flowers. Does not discolor after cutting, and a won- derful keeper. Almira — Enchantress X Wm. G. Scott. Bright pink like \Vm. Scott. Size 3 to 3% inches. Upright and erect in growth, with good con- stitution. Free bloomer and has a good calvx. Easy to propagate. A. F. J. BAUR, Secy. CLUB AND SOCIETY NOTES. The Colorado Florists' Club has elected the following otlicers: J. A. Valentine, pres. ; T. D. Long, vice- pres.; A. H. Bush, sec; Ben Boldt, treas.; C. R. Root, N. A. Benson and J. A. Sked, trustees. The Tri-City Florists' Association were entertained ou the evening of November IS by Emil Boehm, superin- tendent of parks, Davenport, Iowa. A discussion was had on "Christmas Bas- kets." Fine carnations were shown by Messrs. Anderson and Ewoldt. The fifteenth annual meeting and ex- hibition of the Vermont State Horti- cultural Society opened at Newport on November lb. At the session on Wed- nesday morning. Governor Prouty de- livered an address of welcome. Apples were the main topic for discussion. Palm Gkodp Hy Danker at the Exhibition of tbe Alliany. N. Y., Florists' Club. pres.; Eugene A. Appleton, vice-pres. ; William E. Chappell, sec; William Hill, treas.; executive committee. James Hockey, Cornelius Hartstra and Harry Clark: James Dillon, librarian. On Tuesday evening after the clos- ing and cleaning up after the Albany Florist Club Show, the hard workers and friends who helped to make the show the success which it was, drove to Henkes Bros', greenhouses at New- tonville and enjoyed a deer supper, which was served in the new green- house, Mr. Pred Henkes having just returned from the north woods with a great prize. The Minnesota State Horticultural Society will hold its forty-third an- nual meeting in Minneapolis on Tties- day. Wednesday. Thursday and Fri- day. Dec. 7 8, 9 and 10. In connection with this event will be held also the Minnesota State Forestry Association, the Minnesota Rose Society, the Plant Breeders' Auxiliary, the Women's Auxiliary, the Minnesota Florists' So- ciety, the Minnesota State Beekeepers' Society, all being auxiliaries of the Horticultural Society. The following officers were unani- mously elected by the Florists' and Gardeners' Club of Rhode Island at their last meeting: Robert Johnson. THE INTERESTS OF RETAILER, WHOLESALER AND GROWER IN FLOWER SHOWS. Remarks before tile St Louis Florist Chili. hy J. F. Auiiunuli. Most retailers who do not exhibit give as a reason — too much trouble and expense. Yet a well-managed flower show is the best educator and cheapest advertiser known to the pro- fession today. It is only the drones of the profession who will not grasp at the opportunity to advertise them- selves as well as help the good move- ment along by taking active part in the exhibitions. The retailer is the only branch of our profession who comes in direct touch with the cou- sunier. The more ways and means he can provide to create a demand for I he product the more he is benefited. Where is that means more at hand, and where can it Le procured for less money than at a flower show, where he is paid for filling his space and where newspaper items are published for him (advertising he could not pur- chase at all) for absolutely nothing? For the wholesaler I always have had a soft spot in my heart, for he stands between two fires all the time. The grower expects high prices and the retailer wants to buy cheap, so in steps the wholesaler and says, "We will split the difference," and it goes. If it were not for the wholesaler, the retailer and giower would not be on nearly such good terms as they are. On one thing we can all agree — that is, if the retailer can devise a scheme by which he can create a stronger de- mand for his goods the wholesaler is also benefited by it. When we talk about the grower I begin to feel a little more familiar with my subject, for I have been a victim to this branch for nearly a (luaiter of a century and I only hope I may continue so for another quarter. If flower shows are a benefit to the letailer and wholesaler they are dou- bly so to the grower, yet no producer of any article manufactnied or grown is so slow to take advantage of ex- hibiting his wares as the average glower of flowers and plants. We can readily recall where farmers and stock raisers, as well as manufacturers, pay exorbitant prices for space at various exhibitions and fairs to show their product. The flower grower on thf contraiy, is paid, and in most cases paid well for his exhibition, and in addition gets big advertisement for his goods. I hope the day is not far distant when all growers will see the flower shows in the light so many of our leaders have already and help to make them always a success. 782 HORTICULTURE. 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Dyslnger.) tion of life in human, animal or vege- prizes at the shows, your roses may To a man cooped up in an office table kingdoms the most interesting be the talk of the country, your car- ten hours a day, the outward view in thing possible on this old globe of nations and violets may be sought our business is always the rosy one. ours? And when you assist Nature in after by the best buyers, your gerani- The fellows who work in the fresh the development of life and beauty urns and bedding plants may be the air amid the growing flower.-i are to aren't you more interested than you finest in the land, your chrysanthe- be envied. They work with their would be In chasing facts and figures mums may be as large as wash tubs, hands and gain a glorious appetite. in an office? and your fame as a grower may be and if they woik with their heads the ^ Business to Love national. You may be "it" in the tlor- result is seen in better flowers, choicer ' ist world with a big I, but if you are varieties or improved sorts. Na ure Someone has aptly said. "The un- all these and mere and fail to look lends a helping hand an 1 from th? devout astronomer is mad," and it alter the clerical end of your work, common weeds ot our lorefathers liave might truthfully be i:aid, "The unbe- you will never be in the front ranks been evolved the priceless beauties of lieving florist is mad." Perhaps I of the trade, but will dnidge out your today. Surely work with such sur- may be called a "sentimental old life for a mere pittance and go bank- roundings oug'ht to bring out the maid" for expressing these thoughts, rupt in the end. best there is in any man's mental or hut I will go farther than the obi "Keeoina Tabs" spiritual being. The office man in maid and say that any florist- wl o is P g • many ways becomes narrow, wedded not in love with the growing end of No matter whether your busine.ss is to single ideas, systema'ic and auto- his business ought to get out an.l small or large, no matter whtther you matic. He may admire what you sta> out. The trade is not lisn fitted have one 30-loct greenhouse or a mil- growers produce, but he does not fall by anyone wlo sees only the dark lion feet, it is essential for the sue- in love with his work and surround- sides and difficulties of the business. ' cess of your business that you have lugs the way you fellows ought to. While the office man's posi ion is some method of bookkeeping, of keep- What can be more interesting than not as pleasant as the outside man's. ing accounts, of knowing what your to watch the seed swell, become a it Is nevertheless an important one, receipts and disbursements are and living plant, put forth roots ami and ri^ht theie is the weakest point what yrur jiiofils are. You need not December 4, 1909 horticulture: 783 GET YOUR HOLIDAY FLOWERS Holly, Greens and Florists' Supplies from New England's Largest, Most Central and Longest Established Wholesale Market. Roses, Orchids, Gardenias Carnations, Lily of the Valley, Violets, Poinsettias, Lilies, Sweet Peas. Everything Seasonable and Fancy in Cut Flower Stock, the Product of the Best Growers in New England, the Year Round. 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Of course we know that pay- ing $22.00 per 1000 for tulips which we sell for $20.00 is unprofitable, but do we know whether we should ob- tain $30.00 or $40.00 or $50.00 per 1000 for them in order to make the trans- action profitable? Too many fail to keep tab on expenses; too few keep tab on receipts and disbursements. How many talve inventory at the end of the year, and how many have any "end of the year" at all? How many go on the theoi-y that if they owe less this year than last, they are worth more and must be making money? Or if their sales are larger this year than last, their profits must necessarily be larger. You may know the ins and outs of your business to perfection, but you will never reach the full lim- it of success until you know where you are making the most money and where you lose the most. It's the small leaks that eventually sink the ship and the small holes should be firmly plugged before they become large ones. Use Brains as Well as Hands. If employes would learn to grow one thing well at a time, and strive to do better than the other fellow, what a vast improvement in quality and quantity there would soon be. I know of no field of human endeavor where the chanc'es for development are greater than in this. If some am- bitious florist had not tried to im- prove on the old-fashioned "pinks" we would have "pinks" today instead of 4-inch carnation blooms. If some enthusiast hadn't put time and thought on the small chrysanthemums Ever- BLOOMING Crimson Kambler, Flowkr of Fairfield. Showing Howers and young shoots on which next crop of flowers will follow. of a generation ago, we wouldn't have them today as large as dinner plates. So it is in every line of plants or flowers. If you can grow them a little better than your neighbor, your serv- ices will be worth more than his and someone will soon find it out. Brain work will develop you. If the bricklayer earns more in a year with his hands than you do with your brains, there is something wrong. Either there are too few bricklayers or too many florists, or the bricklayer has been using his brains and the florist his hands only. Be thorough in every- thing. If you can't pot as many plants in a day as your fellow worker perhaps you can do it better. How many employers are here tonight, but who started in the business at the foot of the ladder. Didn't you work for a small salary to start with and after you had made some progress start in with small capital for your- self? And what they have accom- plished others can also accomplish. I honestly believe that the outlook for faithful greenhouse men was never brighter than at present. With an im- mense demand for all our products, with hoards of idle money waiting for investment, any young man who knows the business, is honest, sober and in- dustrious, can in a few years be his own master. This has been proven over and over again in the Twin Cities the past fifteen or twenty years. If you are an employe in charge of a section growing roses you should know just how many of each variety you cut during the season, how many each plant produces; how much labor, fertilizer, etc., has been expended for 784 HORTICULTURE December 4, 1909 TRADE FOLLOWS THE FLAG Rice Standard : — Every im- portant city in North America has the Rice Standard (or banner) in its chief flower stores. The best at the lowest. Always! Also the newest. Christmas Specialties Beech Sprays; in brown, green and red brown; size, color and finish of the very best; sold regularly at $12.50 to $15.00 per TOO. Our price $10.00 per 100. A trial order will convince you. Sample for the asking Get our catalog. Moss Wreaths ; beautiful natural green, lasting, easily decorated with red immorielles for Xmas, moderate in price. Round. $1.00 to $2 00 doz. Crosses. $1.75 to $2.50 dozen. Price in quantity on application. Magnolia and Laurel Leaves ; put thro our preserving process, last- ing without losing their natural lustre — and, note the price: $2.00 PER BASKET. What A Good Judge Thinks From HORTICULTURE November 20, 1909. M. Rice & Co., rhiladelphia. Pa. — ?ataIogue of Florists' SuppUe.s, Rib- bon Specialties, etc. Tliis beautifui al- bum 11 X 14 inches, m covers of moss green with watered silk effect and em- liellished with halftone illustrations on heavy coated paper, is a credit to Messrs. Rice & Co., and the iudustry which they so wortuily represent. "Don't turn your back on a good thing" is the motto on the introductory page. We sliould say that the florist wno has not this useful liook on his desk is certainly turuing his back on a good thing. The illustrations are beautiful reproductions of beautiful handiwork, many of them new and representini; eveiT item of value to the up-to-date norist, from a complete wedding outflt of gates, kneel- ing stool, bell and vases, down to a toothpick. The issuing of such an elab- orate work is an evidence of notable enterprise. The typographical make-up and finish are also of a high order. Rice Stepping Stones: — Twenty-five years of them. Every one a step forward. Do better every year — always the slogan. We ris- "on stepping stones of our past selves to higher things ! " Cliristmis Baskets and Ribbons Five stories of our new building filled with these from the tiniest and lowest priced patterns to the most elaborate. You must have our catalog to get even the 'ainlest idea of the lovely things in store for your eager buyers. T hey make trade for you on sight. You are losing money every day if you do not have a selection to show your cus- tomers. Plenty of red patterns for Xmas — in both baskets and rilibons. Have you one of our Ribbon Display Cabinets? $4.50 to $-'6 00 — seven sizes. Don't forget red silk cords and tics. Great sellers. M. RICE & CO. LEADING FLORISTS' SUPPLY HOUSE Of America 1220 RACE STREET Phila. growing them, and approximately what each blossom has cost to pro- duce. Don't you think your employer would be interested in knowing all that, and wouldn't your services be worth more to him than if you simply put in ten hours a day doing what you were told to do? Get Out of the Rut. If you are a foreman or superin- tendent and can show your employer each week or month just what you have produced and what the market value is; how much you have ex- pended for labor, coal and sundries; if you can show these to your em- ployer, whether asked to or not, don't you think it will interest him more than if you simply kept on growing, and doing things in the same old rut? And finally if you are an employer and obtain weekly or monthly reports from your foremen and superinten- dents you know pretty near where you are at all the time, and if you don't obtain or require these reports, hut guess at results, will not your business finally terminate in guess- ing? I am an optimist; I believe in the business else I wouldn't be in it. I believe there is more money being made in the business today than ever b'efore. I believe the present holds far greater inducements than the past ever did. I believe the business in this part of the country is still in its in- fancy. I believe that every employer should try to develop the best there is in every one of his employes, both for his interest and heirs. I believe that every employe should at all times do his level best to improve his mind and his methods. I believe that with charity for all and malice towards none, we should assist one another and stand together in all matters per- taining to our business. I believe in mutual co-operation and assistance. If you can grow a rose or a plant bet- ter than your neighbor, you ought to tell him how to do it. There has never any harm come from the spread of knowledge. You never heard of any one becoming bankrupt because he told too much of what he knew. Lack of Unity a Great Drawback. In union there is strength. The lack of unity is the second great drawback to the business. Harmony and good fellowship should always abound. "Get together and stay there," should be our motto. If we would do this, "price cutting" and "ruinous compe- tition" would become obsolete terms, and department stores and Greeks would be a welcome addition to our ranks. Petty jealousies and sectional bickerings have no place in our busi- ness. The statement has been made, and I think we all believe it, that the price of our products has not in- creased in proportion to those of other lines, but the cost of production has. Who is to blame for this condition? The trade and the members of the trade alone. I believe that there is room for all and that true merit will always be rewarded wherever found. As I look outward and see the many points of the business as they come Into view, I wonder if in any business under the sun there are more things to annoy and worry both employer and employe, than in this. When "we retire at night we don't know whether the boiler will fail and frost put us out of business by morning or not. When we aris'e in he morning we don't know whether the sun will add dollars to our coffers or the clouds take dol- lars from it. In hot weather we pray for cooler and in the winter we long for summer. We look forward for six months or a year to the coming of Christmas and Blaster and rejoice when they are past. We sleep with one eye on the fireman and the other on the thermometer, and in our waking hours have one eye on the bank ac- count and the other on the help. To- day we worry because flowers are be- ing dumped and tomorrow sweat be- cause we haven't enough to fill or- ders. But with all its drawbacks and disappointments, its sunshine and shadows, its blights and blossoms, it is an alluring, enticing business, ever beckoning us onward and upward, and if our lives and those around us are sweetened by our contact with the beautiful things of nature in which we live and work, then our work is not in vain and the Great Master in looking outward will write success on each brow as we journey homeward. "Bishop, the Bird Man," who ad- vertises his specialties in pets, etc., this week is unique in his publicity methods and knows the value of sale- able novelties. If you are a retail florist, ask him about his money-m.tk- ing specialties. It will pay to "get next" to these things for llie holiday season. Please discontinue want ad. in HORTICULTURE. I have had many applications and think that among them can find a man who will do for me. New York. J. L. December 4, 1909 HORTICULTURE 785 XMAS XXXX HOLLY XMAS $5.00 PER CASE Laurel Wreaths, $2.50 per dozen and up. Laurel Festooning, 6 cents a yard. Boxwood Wreaths' $6.00 to 618 00 per dozen. Bush Laurel, 50c. Prince--s Pine Festooning, $6. 00 per 100 yards' made all round. Leucothoe Sprays, $750 per i,ooo; $1.00 per 100. Dagger and Fancy Ferns, $1 25 per 1000. New Crop Qalax, Bronze, $1.50 per loco. Green, li.oo per 1000. CUT BOXWOOD SPRAYS $16.00 PER 100 POUNDS A Full Line of Florists' Supplies. All Kinds of Insecticides. Chrysanthemums and Carna- tions, in all Standard Varieties. Roses — Beauties, Rich mends, riarylands. The Two Killarneys, Brides and Bridesmaids. Seasonable Cut Flowers Lilies, Orchids, Gardenias, Lily of the Valley, Violets, Adiantum, Asparagus, etc. Henry M. Robinson Co., Boston, Mass. 15 Province Street and 9 Chapman Place. Telephones— Main 2617-2618. Fort Hill 25290. ALL ORDERS FILLED PROMPTLY, PROPERLY AND TO YOUR SATISFACTION. ROSE DR. W. VAN FLEET. pink, deepening to the centre. It is now in its ninth year and has stood the winters at Little Silver, N. J., without injurj'. The variety was awarded a silver medal by the Horti- cultural Society of New York, last year. New Ever Blooming Rambler Kose, Dr. W. Van Fleet This new rose, to be introduced by Peter Henderson & Co., in 1910, was the subject of an illustration in our issue of July 24, last, showing it grow- ing and blooming profusely in the gar- den in the month of roses. Here we have it again as a tall bloomer. The photograph fiom which this picture was reproduced was the work of an amateur and the flowers were not fresh when "posed," so the illustra- tion does not do justice to the variety, but is interesting from the fact thai it shows the perpetual blooming char- acter of the rose — a characteristic rare among really hardy climbers. Dr. W. Van Fleet is a cross between Souv. de Pres. Carnot and Wichurai- ana. The flowers are four inches .and over in diameter, color delicate flesh PACKING PLANTS AND FLOWERS FOR SHIPMENT. Abstract of a paper read before the Cana- dian Horticultural Society by H. E. Phllpott. Packing Plants. All will admit that this is a very im- portant subject, for no matter how fine and nice the plants are before ship- ment, if improperly packed, or if they are handled carelessly by the express companies so that they arrive at their destination in poor condition, dissatis- faction is sure to follow. First see that the plants are in per- fect condition for shipping; that Is, thoroughly hardened, or finished to stand the trip, and if to be shipped without pots, the plants should be well rooted through, that the roots may hold the ball of earth intact, and above all see that they are thoroughly watered before packing. Palms and other plants not having fibrous roots to hold the soil, should be shipped in pots, some support being necessary to keep the soil from crum- bling. The "Neponset," or paper pots, are excellent for this purpose, being light, not subject to breakage, also packing closer in the crate. Packing wrapper or sacking, firmly tied around is often used instead of pots, and an- swers the purpose. In this connection, I might say that plants are usually packed without pots 786 HORTICULTURE December 4, 1909 SELECT FERNS for FINE STORE TRADE We offer a grand lot of exceptionally well-grown plants of the different varieties of NFPHROLEPIS which will be found one of the best selling and most profitai^ le plants that florists can handle. Our stock is in unusually fine shape, and we will guarantee it will please the most exacting, as it is exceptionally good value at the prices quoted. IMPROVED ELEQANTISSIMA. The finest of all this type. It was introduced by us in 1905.. This form of Elegantissima has been greatly improved, and shows no tendency to revert to the Boston, making it the most valuable fern of this type. Strong plants, 4 in. pots, ?3.oo per dozen ; 6-iD., $6 00 to $9.00 per dozen — according to size; 8-in., ?i2.oo to J18.00 per dozen — accord- ing to size. SUPERBISSiriA. Introduced by us in 1908. A very •unique and distinct novelty. Its distin- guishing characteristics are its dark green foliage and dense growth. Fronds are very heavily im- bricated, making them very dense and compact. Strong plants, 4- in. pots, $t, 00 per dozen ; 6-in., $6 00 to Jg.oo per dozen — according to size ; 8-in., $12 00 to $18 00 per dozen — according to size. BOSTONIENSIS, PIERSONI, WMIinANI, SCOTTII. Extra fine plants, 6 in. pots, J6.00 per dozen; 8-in. pans, ? 12.00 per dozen. F. R. PIERSON CO., Tarry towi\-on-Hudsoi\, New York unless specially agreed upon, and in the latter case a small additional charge is generally made, to cover ex- tra expense cl: crates and packing, as pl.ants in pots require much more room and care; it also adds considerably to the expense of shipping owing to in- creased weight. Such plants as table ferns, aspara- gus, small roses, chrysanthemums, ger- aniums, bedding plants, and plants of like nature, should be knocked out of pots, a little of (he top soil removed, and each plant wrapped in a small piece of paper, with the top open in mild weather, and with larger papers, and the top closed in colder weather. In long distance shipments a little damp moss should be placed around the root of each plant. Larger plants, such as Boston ferns, araucarias ficu.s, palms, and flowering plants should first have paper wrapped around the ball of soil, or pot, and then a larger piece covering the entire plant and coming high enough to pre- vent the tops from being bruised In transit; and in the case of flowering plants and plants with tender foliage, ti-ssue paper should be used inside the newspaper or other heavier paper to prevent bruising. About Crating. Experience has taught us that as a rule plants travel better, arrive in bet- ter condition, and give more satisfac- tion when packed upright in light, strong crates with plenty of ventila- tion in summer or mild weather. In cold weather boxes should be used in- stead of crates, well lined with paper, and in extreme weather use sheet wad- ding also to keep out the cold. In every instance the plants should be securely cleated, to hold them in place in the crates, should they be acciden- tally or carelessly tipped over while be- ing handled in transit. There may be some objections to the packing of plants upright on the ground of extra expense of packing and transportation, but I believe that in ninety-nine out of every one hundred cases, the better condition of plants, and, consequently, greater satisfaction will more than make up for the additional expense. I would strongly urge that no boxes, or crates, weigh more than 150 lbs.. ^C^ PREPARE FOR CHRISTMAS ^>@S |[4*a soaked through, and through. Then place two cleats across the stems and nail them down securely so they cannot shift. The box is now ready for the lid. I prefer the box covered with paper, thus making it as air tight as possible. The cutting and packing of ro.ses Is practically the same except that in long distances a piece of ice is pre- ferred. As regards the packing of sweet peas, as soon as they are cut, place them in water for two or three hours in a cold room at about 50 degrees, then pack them with wax paper and no ice. Place a sheet of wax paper between every row of bunches. Use fiat boxes and only one layer in each box. Express Companies. I feel I cannot close this paper with- out reference to the necessity for bet- ter equipment for transit, and perhaps WARD'S Lily Bulbs 'NOT HOW CHEAP— BUT HOW GOOD" RALPH M. WARD & GQ. 12 West Broadway. - • - New York more care in handling while "en route." Express cars are not properly equipped for handling flowers, espe- cially those on through trains, such as "Toronto and Winnipeg." In the first place, cars are loaded full and It is necessary for messengers to shift llowers from one part of car to an- other, when sorting express matter for the many routes throughout the West. It is impossible to maintain one tem- perature, or nearly so. as required for safety in handling these shipments during cold weather unless properly protected. The onlj' way (lowers can be han- dled with satisfaction under such cir- cumstances is that special apartments be built for same in through cars, about six feet from side door, in fore- part of car (this need not be a fixture), and when placed in this compartment can be kept at almost one temperature. A Few Left the Ne>v Dawson Rambler Roses DAYBREAK and LADY DUNCAN 3 year old Plants $1 each, $10 per doz. A Large Stock of Choice Conifers, Deciduous Trees and Shrubs and Hardy Herbaceous Perennials EASTERN NURSERIES, JAMAICA PLAIN. MASS. HENRY S. DAWSON Manager tfWMWIAAAMIWWWWVMWWMWWMmWWtlWVWWWWWIAmWWIMVinAAMMWMfllWM PEACOCK'S PEERLESS DAHLIAS [^IPI n DnOT^ ^^^^ Rose, Fringed 20th Century, nCL^U K.VJW I O, Rose Pink Century, Virginia HiUle, Big Chief. $3.50 per doz., $25.00^per ico. Best cut fiuwer sorts, $1.00 per doz., $5.00 per lOO. PEACOCK DAHLIA FARMS, ■Wri.I.I*MSTOWN, JCN^ITION, N.J. RUTHERFORD N. J. ROEHRS, Lorraine Begonias 788 SURPLUS BULBS HYACINTHS Perito Double Named $4.50 Double Uuuamerl 2.35 Single Unuamed 2.35 DOUBLE TULIPS Imperatur Rnbrorum 2.25 Rex Rubrorum 1-65 Superfine Mixed, early 75 SINGLE NARCISSUS Princeps niaxinuis 2.25 Golden Spur 1|5 Poeticus Burbidgei 50 DOUBLE NAKCI-iSUS Albo pleno odorato 50 Von Sion, True UaCfodil 1.00 Von Sion, Double Nose 1.80 Mixed 80 POLYANTHUS NABCIS^US MIXED .85 To SFL'ure tkese pricts must mention tilt's paper. JAMES VIGK S SONS, Rochester, N. Y. OVR ANNUAL SPECIAL Will be Issued December 11 The best and most far reaching Adver- tising medium of the year. Has highest purchasing power behind it. A business proposition pure and simple. HORTICULTURi: December 4, 1909 Send Advertising Copy EARLY. IMPORTANT Flowering, Foliage and Decorative Plants for immediate delivery. Also fine list of Christmas and Easter Plants Also others. Write for our descriptive catalogue. Sent free. A. SCHULTHEIS 316 Nineteenth St., College Point, N.Y. Canadense, Super- bum, Single and Double Tigers, named Elegans, LILIES Tenuifolium, Wallacei, etc. German and Japan Iris, Delphinium For- mo^um. GiMdoli, Callus. Cinnhmon Vines, Madeira Vinen, Hyaciuthus Cooperias, Milla and Be^sera. Write for prices. EC III I I CD Wading River lOi niLLCIf L.I., N. Y. I^OE^HieS RUfHERFORD, N.J. EVERGREENS PLANTS STAKES Grand Clearing Sale of Bulbs BELOW COST All A No. I Bulbs, Mo Rubbish 7500 DUTCH HYACINTHS, SINGLE Rose, Red, Dark Red, White, Pure White, Blue, Blush ■<« '°°° White, Dark Blue and Yellow $2.00 $15.00 14,000 TULIPS, SINGLE Lac Van Rhijh, Cardinal's Hat, Souvenir Bizarre, Jocaba Van Beierau, Canvy Bird, Ma Plus Amable, Couleur Ponceau, Purple Crown, Breeders Mixed,and Parrots Mixed 60 5 00 8000 CALLAS Calla Ethiopica ; Bulbs 3 inch circumference . . . . 2.50 20.00 7000 NARCISSUS Paper White grandi flora 60 5.00 Berrydale Experiment Garden KiM' 9 9 9 9 s 9 9 9 9 9 I 9 9 i Iris Pallida Dalmatica No florist or landscape-gardener can afford to be without a good stock of this beautiful hardy plant ; it is beautiful in the border, and beautiful in floral decorations; easy and strong grower. In c lor, a beautiful shade of lavender, similar to the darkest shades of Vanda coerulea. $12.00 per 100; $100 00 per 1000. J. A. PETERSON McHenry Ave., Westwood, CINCINNATI, O. ««aw(a«(«ww(«<««««<««(cw(«w(«w(«'(«(«<«w<«w«a(«<«>«(c«a«(a Wakefield and Succession. UrDDHuC $i.oo per ioo^. $8.50 per io,030. PARSLEY l\ cts. per 100. .25 per looo. I CTTIIpC B'g Boston. Boston Market and LCI lUUC Gtand Rapids. $l.oo per 1000. Cash with Order R. VINCENT, JR., & SONS CO. White Marsh, Md. FORCING GLADIOLUS Many florists plant these in boxes, or among their carnations, in tlie winter. They are excellent for decorative purposes and realize good prices, either whole- sale or retail. <.JladioUis are a good catch crop and take up but little room. The following are the best for this purpose. Gladiolus Gandavensis Hybrids America. The flowers, which are of iuiniense size, are of the most beauti- ful Hesh-pink color. $3.25 per 100; $30.00 per 10(10. Augusta. The florists' best white Gladiolus. First size bulbs. 1% inches and up. $2.00 per 100; $18.00 per 1(100. Bulbs. IVi to 1% in., $1.76 per 100; $16.00 per 1000. ShakeBpeare. White and rose. $4.75 per 100: $46.00 per lOOO. Ma.v. Pure white, flaked rosey crim- son ; the best forcer. Selected bulbs, $1.75 per 100; $15.00 per 1000. Brenchleyentiis (true.) Fiery scarlet. Selected bulbs. $1.80 per 100; $13.00 per 1000. First size bulbs, $1.25 per 100; .$10.00 per 1000. Bo(l(lingtoii*8 White and Light. Extra selected bulbs, 1% in. and up. $1.60 per 100; $14.00 per 1000. Bulbs, IV. to 1% in., $1.25 per 100; $10.00 per 1000. American Hybrids. A mixture of the choicest varieties of f^hidiolus In cul- tivation. $1.00 per 100; $9.00 per 1000. Gladiolus, Colvillei and Nanus (type) Plant some of these among your car- nations; they will come in handy at any time. Peach Blossom. The most beautiful of all the Colvillei type of Cladiolus; the color is a Ictvely soft pink, on the order of the Killarney rose. $0.90 per 100; $8.76 per 1000. Blushing Bride. Flowers are large, pure white, with delicate pink spot. Useful for early forcing. $0.75 per 100; $6.00 per 1000. The Bride (Colvillei alba). This lovely white miniature Gladiolus makes a useful cut flower for early Spring use; will stand forcing. $0.65 per 100: $5.00 per 1000. Ackernianii. Salmon-orange, with white blotches, edged scarlet: very pretty. $0.75 per 100; $6.50 per 1000. Remember you may deduct 5 per cent If cash accompanies order. ARTHUR T. BODDINGTON, Seedsman 342 W. 14th Street NEW YORK CITY M ESAL CO &, low LEONARD SEED CO. CONTRACT GROWERS AND WHOLESALE DEALERS BEANS, PEAS, SWEET CORN, ONION, GARDEN SEEDS ONION SETS FLOWER SKEDS Get Our Prices 79 and 81 E. KTNZIE STREET, CHICACO CATALOGUE Designing and Illustrating I For I and I and l_1 For florists, seedsmen, etc. Photographs d designs of all kinds carefully made d promptly submitted. CEO. E. DOW 78 Waslilngton St, Boston, Mass hs I [le I MY GIANT CYCLAMEN arc ahead in Growth and Flowers Bloodred, Carmine. Daybreak, Lilac, Pink, Pure White, White carmine eyed, each separate Tr. Plct $1 oi, iro- Seeds $6.oo. Above even mixed Tr. Pkt. 75c, looo Seeds $5.00. For larger quantities, special quoiatioo. O. V ZANCEN,$eedsmn,HOBOKEN,N J, NEW PRICE LIST of my celebrated winter flowering Sweet Pea Seed Is being mailed. If 70D bare not received a copy pleaae send for one. N»w crop of Beed will be ready around July 16th next. ANT. C. ZVOLANEK Bound Brook, - - - New Jersey Burpee's Seeds PHILADELPHIA Blue List of Wholesale Prices mailed only to those who plant for profit. BERMUDA LILIES Harrlsll and Longlflorum. Selected. Llllum Longlflorum Qlganteum C. S. by the case of 300. THOMAS J. CREY CO. 32 Suuih Market Street Boston. Mass. FRENCH AND DUTCH BULBS Columbia Farm Harrisii Fischers Purity Freesias ScDd for trade list, Schlegei & Fottler Co. 2i & 27 So. Market St.. BOSTON. MASS. BRIDGEMAN'S SEED WAREHOUSE RICKARDS BROS. Props. 37 East lath St.. - NEW YORK CITY SPIRAEA Japonic^, Multlflora and Floribunda GLADIOLI, THE BRID'=, JAPANESE LILI'S, LILY O THE VALLhY Joseph Breck & Sons Corp. 4r-54 NO. MARKET ST., BOSTON, MASS. 792 HORTICULTU RE December 4, 1909 JOHN BREITMEYER'S —SONS— Cor. Miami and Qratlot Ave». DETROIT, MICH. Artistic Designs . . . High Grade Gut Biooms We cover all Michigan points a»d good •ections of Ohio, Indiana a»d Canada. HAUSWIRTH WILLIAM J. SMYTH FLORIST Cor. Michigan Ave, and 3 1 st St.. CHICAGO We ship to all points in Illinois and Iowa. Phones: Douglai744, Douglis523, Dou(las740 THE FLORIST Out of Town orders for Hospitals Carefully filled. 232 Michigan Ave. CHICAGO AUDITORIUM ANNEX Tel. Harrlton 585 samuelHviurray Florist Coates House Conservatory 101 r BROADWAY, KANSAS CITY, MO. Both 'Phones 2670 Main. WASHINGTON, D. C. ^Er Q U D E ' 5 Tlifhu-Tr-TT The Far-Famed Flowers of TORONTO Delivered on mail or telegrapii order for any occasion, in any part of the Dominion. JOHN H. DUNLOP, ee Yonse St., Toronto. Ont. WILLIAM L ROCK FLOWER CO. Kansas City, Mo. will carefully execute orders for Kansas City iiud any town in Missouri or Kansas. Of Interest to Retail Florists DETROIT FLOWER TRADE. A very active Thanksgiving trade has put all of us in good humor and hi^h anticipations for Christmas. The past has shown that it is sate to judge Christmas by Thanksgiving. Every- thing brought in moved freely at good prices and at the rate demand is keep- ing up, prices at wholesale as well as retail will have to remain the same and even stiffen up some. Carnations are now retailing at from 75c. to $1.50, while roses bring from $1.50 to $5.00 per dozen with best Beauties at $12.00 per dozen. There is plenty of work tor receptions, balls and weddings in sight to insure a good season and enough of harmony among the trade to establish steady uniform prices. Looking back at the chiysanthemum season which is about closed, we can say that it was very satisfactory to all growers and retailers. The general demand is for medium sizes, selling at $3.00 to $4.00 per dozen; nevertheless, ..Dec. 14 ..Dec. 8 ..Dee. 9 Si STEAMER DEPARTLRES | Allan. Pretorian, Boston-Glasgow Dec. 10 American. New York, N. Y.-S'hampton. .Dec. 11 Atlantic Transport. MinneaiJolis, N. Y. -London Dec. 11 Cunard. Ivernia, Boston-Liverpool. Lueitania, N. Y. -Liverpool French. La Bretagne, N. Y. -Havre. Hamburg-American. Amcrika, N. Y.llamliurg Dec. 11 North German Lloyd. Berlin, N. Y.-Mediterrauean. .Dec. 11 Rhein, N. Y.-Breiueu Dec. 9 Red Star. Kroonland, N. Y.-Autwerp. . .Dec. 8 Lapland. N. Y. -Antwerp Dec. 14 jj- White Star. Rl ijL Arabic, N. Y. -Liverpool Dec. 11 Kj M Adriatic, N. Y.-Sliamijton.. . .Dec. 8 W W Cretic, N. Y.-Mediterrauean. .Dec. 8 W M •• Boston- " ..Dec. 9 A there was a scarcity this year of large ' blooms. Pompous and bronze shades are especially coming to the front. Tiie Park Floral Co. J. A. VALENTINE, Pres. DENVER, COLORADO ^ Flowers ^Qyality BUFFALO. N. Y. W. J. PALMER & SON, 304 Main St. PERSONAL. Wm. P. Rich, secretary of the Mas- sachusetts Horticultural Society, ad- dressed the Houghton Horticultural Society at Lynn, IVIass., Wednesday evening. Dec. 1, on the subject of "Horticulture." Julian N. Hanft is seriously ill, the result of a fall. He is an uncle of the Hanit Bros., florists. New York City, and up to the time of his illness has been regtilarly employed at their store on Madison avenue. He is nearly 80 years of age. Adin A. Hixon, secretary of the Worcester County (Mass.) Horticul- tural Society, who has been very sick for several weeks, has so far re- covered as to he able to make an oc- casional trip to his ofBce, but it wil! be some time before he will be able to resume his duties. ALEX. MeCONNELL 571 FIFTH AVENUE NEW YORK CITY Telegraphic orders lorwaided to any part of the United States, Canada, and all principal cities of Europe. Ordeii transferred or intrusted by tke trade to our selection for delivery on steamthipi or eUewhere receive special attention. TeleplioneCills,487an(l488MurraiiHill Cable Address, ALEXCOIfRBLL DAVID CLARKE'S SONS Deliver orden from any part of the couBtTy 10 New York City Or OUT-OOINQ STEAMERS Write or telegraph 2139-2141 Broadway, New York Telephone i55a-m-? Columbus mTI^bowe In the Heart of New York City 1294 Broadway Tel. 2270, 38th St. NEW YORK Our Motto— The Qolden Rule Y0UN6 & NU6ENT 42 West 28 St., NEW YORK "FLOWERS BY TELEORAPH " U3ANT, M. T. Flowers or Design Work DELIVERED IN ALBANY AND VICDim ON TELEGRAPHIC ORDER. 11 NORTH PEARL ST., ALBANY, 11.1 Flower Deliveries In Brooklyn and other Long Island Points New Tork City, New Jersey, etc. At Theatres, Hotels, Steamers or Residences. WILSON Fultoi SI and Greeie Aie., Brooklyn, N. Y. Albany, N. Y. ORDERS FOR Choice Flowers and Floral Emblems FILLED PROMPTLY DANKER, BOSTON'S BEST In Quality and Design Can be relied upon when you transfer your retail orders to EDWARD MACMULKIN 194 Bo\ Iston Street, Boston LOUISVILLE, KY. JACOB SCHULZ, 560 South Fourth Ave. December 4, 1909 HORTICULTURE, 79a^ RUSTIC WINDOW BOXES Made to order 75c per running foot up. Cedar Bark, per bundle, -.oo square feel $2.50. HOLLOW RUSTIC LOGS (For Ivies, etc.) 3 feet high and upwards, from Ji 00 up. Laurel, Cedar and Pine Branches in barrels $1.00, in bundles 50c. Grape Vine per coil $2. MAPES RUSTIC WORKS, CLAYTON, N.J. Established 1874. 13 ^v i^ n « FLORIST N. E. Cor. 44 St. & Madison Avenue, N. Y. City Flowers shipped on all Steamer';. Special Co'resDon- dents io all the large cities ol Europe and theBritish Colonies. Telegraph & Cable address Uarcspior. '~~ MATTHEWS florIst DAYTON, OHIO Is elegantly equipped to take care prop- erly of all orders for flowers entrusted to bim night or day For Dayton, Ohio and Vicinity. Milwaukee, Wis. CCPollworthCo. WILL TAKE PROPER .^j. CARE OP YOUR ORDERS IN " ISCODSID rTHE BOSTOrV.- CUT FLOWER CO. Will fill orders for flowers, design work or plants promptly as ordered to any address in Boston and vicinity. Usual Commission. 14 Bromfield Street, Boston. Telephone, Main 3681. NEW ENGLAND FLOWER DELIVERIES Send flower orders for delivery in Boston and all New England points to THOS. F. GALVIN 124 Tremont St., Boston TRANSFER Your orders for flower or plant deliv- ery in Eastern New England to JULIUS A. ZINN 2 Beacon St , Boston ROBERT J. DYSART Public Accountant and Auditor simple methods of correct accounting specially adapted for florists' use. Books Balanced and Adjusted Merchants Bank Building 28 STATE STREET, • BOSTON Telephone. Main .18. WELLESLEY COLLEGE Daaa Hall, Walnut HIM and Rockridg* Hall SckeoU. TAILBY, Wellesley, Mass. Tel. Wclluley 44-1 mnd >. Night 44-J. NEW FLOWER STORES. Rockland, Me. — Charles T. Speare. Bangor, Me.— JIartin. 268 Centre street. Boston, Mass. — Jas. J. McCormack, Arch street. St. Paul, Minn.— H. J. Puvogel, Grand avenue. Rapids City, S. D.— J. Glendinning, St. Joe street. Philadelphia, Pa.— White Bros., 231 No. Eighth street. Sioux City, la. — Louis Stevens, Ox- ford Hotel Building. Denver, Col.- Scott-Martin Floral Co.. 1506 Broadway. Millville, N. J. — Mrs. Rae Hender- son. 120 High street. Minneapolis, Minn. — Topel & Die- bels, 328 First avenue. Kansas City, Kan. — James Brough, 812 Jlinnesota avenue. Scranton, Pa. — Ira G. Marvin, whole- sale, .524 Spruce street. Portland, Me. — E. J. Harmon & Co.. New Baxter Building. Cleveland, Ohio. — Mrs. A. L. Brown, corner Lake and Detroit streets. New York, N. Y. — Onaway Florist, Seventh avenue and Fifty-Seventh street. Freeport, III. — Freeport Floral Co., Alfred Frueh building, Stephenson street. New York, N. Y. — Nicholas Schreiner, Seventy-First street and Lexington avenue. WHY FLORISTS TURN GREY. I am sorry I canuot pay this bill to-day liut If you will come in the first of the month I will tell you when to call again. IN BANKRUPTCY. Iowa City, la. — F. J. Regan, nur- seryman, assets $18,000, liabilities $25,000. Woodside, N. Y. — JIary Kelloge, sister of the late Herman Dreyer, is reported bankrupt. Chicago, III.— Charles Schneider has filed a petition in bankruptcy. He had formerly been doing business un- der the name of the Central Floral Co. P. J. Regan, Iowa City, la., formerly a nurseryman with an extensive busi- ness throughout eastern Iowa, has been adjudged a bankrupt; liabilities $25,000, assets $18,000 nominal. THE BEST LETTERS Boston Florist Letter Go. 66 PEARL ST., BOSTON N. F. McCarthy, Mgf. Order ciirect or buy from your local supply d«*I«r. Insist on bavins tbo BOSTON Inscriptioas, EablenM, otc. Always in Stock BRONZE. GALAX New crop ready, quality O. K. Size Medium. PRICE, S3.00 PER CASE. C'a.sh with order. Price less in large quantities. Try some of aiy stock tlus .year and save yourself some money. C. A. HOLDER, Round Peak, N. C. GALAX, FERNS, LEUCOTHOE, Etc. We are the largest dealers le^po^SIbIe, ard quality guaranteed. Oal X, green and brilliant bronze, $4 per caseof lo.oco. Fancy and Daggc r Ferrs, large si^e. J3.50 per case of 5/ CO. Leuculhoe. green, large size, 52 f er loco, ary quantity: small size. $ .co per loco, any quantity. Beautiful bronze Leucothoe,$3 per 1000, any quantity T. J. RAY & CO., Elk Pirt, ». C. Wired Toothpicks Manufactured by W. J. COWEE, BERLIN, N. Y. • •$1.75; 5,^^.$7.50. Sampla iiN, For sale by dealers "FLOWERS BY TELEGRAPH." Leading Retail Florists Listed by Towns for Ready Reference^ Albany, N. Y.— 11. G. Eyres. 11 N. Pear* Alliany, N. Y.— F. A. DanUer, 40 Maldea l.ane. Iloston — Thos. F. Galvin, 124 Tremont St. Boston— Edward MacMulkln. 104 Boyl- ston St. Boston — Hoffman. Florist, 59-61 Massa- chusetts Ave. Boston— Julius A. Zinn, 2 Beacon St. Boston — The Boston Cut Flower Co., 14 Bromflpld St. Brooklyn. N. Y.— Robert G. Wilson, Ful- tou St. and Greene Ave. Buffalo. N. Y.— Palmer's, 304 Main St. Chicafe'O— Hauswlrth, "The Florist," 232 Michigan Ave. Chicago— William J. Smyth, Michigan Ave. and 31st St. Dayton, O.— Matthews, The Florist. Denver, Colo.— Park Floral Co., 170e Broadway. Detroit, Mich. — J. Breltmeyer's Sons, Miami and Gratiot Aves. Kan.sas City, Mo. — Samuel Murray, 1071 Broadway. Kansas City, Mo. — Wm. L. Rock Flower Co., lilt; Walnut St. Louisville, Ky.— Jacob Scbuiz, 550 South Fourth Ave. Milwaukee. Wis.— C .C. Pollworth Co. New Y'ork- David Clarke's Sons, 2139- 2141 Broadway. New York— Alex. MeConnell, 571 Fifth Ave. New York — Young & Nugent, 42 W. 28th St. New York — M. A. Howe, 1294 Broadway. New Y'ork- Dards, N. E. cor. 44th St. and Madison .\ve. Toronto. Can.— J. H. Dnnlop, Dfi Yonge St. Washlntrton, D. C— Gude Bros., 1214 F. St.. Wellesley, Mass.— Tallby. St, 794 HORTICULTURE December 4, 1909 wMIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIMIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII!^ CARNATIONS Wiih the more favorable weather conditions, the quality has much improv d. You will find here the choicest qualities of Jill the best varieties; Winsor, Enchantress, Afterglow, Wi- nona, Beacon, Bassett, Victory, White Perfection, Etc. Special, $4.00 per 100 Fancies, 3.00 per too First, 2.00 per 100 SPECIAL 500 Fancies, our selection of colors, $2.50 per 100 Business hours: 7. A. M. to 8 P. M. LEO N I ESS EN CO, 1209 Arch Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. Sllllllllllllllllllllllllllilliillliillllllllliillllillllllllllllilllllllllllin HOERBER BROS. 51 Wabash Ave, GHIGAGO ILL. Long Distance Phone Randolph 2758 Cut Flowers ALWAYS GOOD, FRESH STOCK Telegraph, Telephone or Bring in Your Orders WE GROW OUR OWN FLOWERS. Roses and Carnations Our Specialty Easter Lilies Choice Stock. $1.50 per dozen. $10.00 per 100. W.EMcKISSiCK&BROS. 1619-1621 Ranstead St.. Philadelphia Wholesale I Florists 1 1 f CUT FLOWER BOXES EDWARDS FOLDING BOX CO MANUFACTURERS PHILADELPHIA, ^PA. i \ . ^ ' / ^ mi W. McKELUR 51 WABASH AVE., CHICAGO Western Headquarters for Choice Orchids Valley, Roses and all Cut Flowers PETER REINBERQ WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS 51 Wabash Av., Chicago, 111. Long Distance Phone, Central 6004 WINTERSON'S SEED STORE 45^7-49 Wabath Ave., Chicago. Seedsmen, Plantsmen, Nurserymen Florists' Supplies We can supply ererytliing used by th» Florist. SUl'I'LY CATALOG FREE." respoudeuce solicited. Cor- POEHLIMANN BROS. GO. S3-33-37 Randolph St., • CHICAGO CUT FLOWERS Qreen houses, - Morton Grcvc, IIL Rice BrotHers r-ttt N. 6th Street, niNNEAPOLIS, fllNN. WHOLESALE FLORISTS and SUPPLIES CUT FLX)WERS received rwice dnily. .nd cm fill fOH ordert to your satisfaction. A complete tine of Kaxly Greens— WILD SMILAX, BOXWOOD. ■ARDY FANCY FERNS. GALAX LEIAVES. Write for quotations on large quantilKS. In ordsring goodi pleas« add "I saw 'H In HORTICULTURE." WELCH BROS. AMERICAN BEAUTY, KILLARNBY, RICHHOND, HARYLAND AND ALLTHB SUPERIOR ROSES, LILY OF THE VALLEY, CARNATIONS, ORCHIDS 226 Devonshire Street, Boston, NIass. WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKETS— ^''*'* """^^^S'EitiRs ohl» CHICA&O Nov. 30 I Twix aiixs { I Nov. ^o I PHILA. Nov. lo BOSTOV Dec. 2 ROSBS Ab. Beauty, Faikcy and Special.. " Extra .. No. I ** Lower grades ■•Me,-Mald,Chatenay, F. & S... *' " Lower grades KOawey , Fan. & Sp '* Lower grades Mckmond, Fancy & Special " Lower grades My Maryland OAMMAT/OMS, 20.0c [5 00 13. 00 8.00 5.00 4 00 S.oo 6.00 8.00 6.00 Nov. and Fan. 3.00 Ordinary 2.0c Chrysanthemums, fancy " ordinary... Cattteyu UU«.. UIv of the Valley Violets Mignooelte Sweei Peas Roman Hy. Paper Whites. .. . Stevia Gardenias Afdlaotum Smilax Asparagos Plumasus, strings (100)31 " *' & Spren. (100 bchs.) 20, 3.00 to 75 to .50 to a 00 to 1. 00 to 35.00 to 30.0c 18 00 I5.0C 10 oc 8.00 5,0c 10 00 8.00 10. oc 8.00 4.00 3»o 15.00 6.0c 50.00 15.00 4.00 1. 00 1.50 3,00 1.50 35.00 1. 00 \2.0 t5.oo 4.00 lO.OO 6.00 3. CO 2.«0 12. 00 lO.OO 50.90 10. 90 4.00 .75 9.e« 3.00 1.50 35. < 1. 00 la.oo SO.« •f.«o K> 35. •• ILeJ.MMcCulloush'sSonsCo. WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED Siie4-ial attt'iitlon ^iven to shipping orders. Jobbers of Florists' Supplies, Seeds aud Kulbs. :: :: I'rlce lists on application. PhDne, Main 584. 316 Walnut St., CinciDnati, O. FLORISTS' SUPPLIES Send for Mew Catalogue H. Bayersdorfer & Co. 1129 ARCH ST., PHILADELPHIA. To Cut Flower Growers and Retail Florists IF YOU want to find a market for your product want a regular or special supply of the product of the best growers Consult the Advertisements on these Wholesale Flower Pages The Advertisers Represented Here are the Leading Concerns In the Whoiesale Flower Trade December 4, 1909 HORTICUL.TUR1L 795- Flower Market Reports. Business has been quite BOSTON dull for a few days past and there have been ac- cumulations of flowers from time to time ■which have had rather depres- sing effect on market prices of many items. Thanlisgiving business was generally satisfactory in advance or- ders, but inclement weather intei-- fered with the finish and some mater- ial was left on the hands of both wholesaler and retailer. Roses are very fine at present time and carna- tions are advancing in quality and quantity. Violets are superb. With a clean market on BUFFALO Monday trade opened brisk and while stock was not too plentiful prices have been better on all lines. The chrysanthe- mum was the Thanksgiving flower and the trade was well supplied in this line. Such varieties as Pink and White Maud Dean, Golden Wedding, White and Yellow Chadwick were of excellent quality and prices were good considering the amount which came in, together with the medium and ordi- nary quality. Carnations were on the scarce side and no left-overs while violets enjoyed their usual demand and there were plenty to be had. Peas were rather short in supply, Lily of the Valley, Roman Hyacinths and Nar- cissi were more plentiful and moved well. Beauties sold well, especially the medium grades; the slight ad- vance In prices had a tendency to check the sale of large quantities and in many instances Richmonds took the place of Beauties. Maryland is the leader in pink and some choice blooms were had, as well as Pink and White Killarney. Other roses had a good cleaning up. Stevia, smilax, Crowe- anum fern and other greens in good supply. Reports from the trade indi- cate that the week's volume of busi ness was better than previous years, for which all were thankful. Chrysanthemum season CHICAGO is practically over, though there are plenty of the favorites, big and little, still in the market. The flowers, however, are not considered good enough for ship- ping, as their keeping qualities are not at their best. This does not apply to all the stock, but as a general rule will hold good. Some of the social affairs of the past week helped the florists to work off their stock of chrysanthemums to good advantage. The general verdict is that we have had a short season, but the returns will be fairly satisfactory. Carna- tions are quite plentiful and the price Is lower than at any other time this fall for the same quality. There are plenty of violets from the east and also from local growers. Paper White narcissus is in. Long Beauties are fine and selling well, but the short ones are poor. Other roses are plen- tiful and prices keep fairly steady. Some cut poinsettias were brought into the market for Thanksgiving, but they did not take well. They seem to be a fixed holiday flower. Some elaborate coming out parties during Thanksgiving week and the demand for all kinds of flowers increased ac- cordingly. {Continjied on pagt 7 97) Christmas Greens Holly Best Delaware and Maryland Stock — every case guaran- teed — single case @ $5.00 ; 5 cases (a) §4.50; 10 cases (a) $4 00. Holly Wreaths Made right — not the butcher-shop kind, lis, S18, $20, $25 per too. Lycopodium, Laurel, Histletoe, Wild Smilax, Boxwood, Magnolia, Galax and a'l other Xmas staples. Send for Price List. Chrislmas Plants, Ribbons and Supplies Holly Trees, Berried Aucubas, Azileas, Evergreens, etc. Holly flowered Ribbon, Red Baby Ribbon, Red Cords. Immortelles, Crepe Paper and all the staple suf plies. SEND FOR CATALOG S. S. Pennock=Meehan Co. THE WHOLESALE FLORISTS OF 1608-20 LUDLOW ST., PHILADELPHIA, PA. 1212 New York Ave., WASHINQTON WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKETS.- PBR 100. TO ENBAtERS ONLY. Nov. 30 DenHDrr Nov. 30 BUFFALO Nov. 30 PrTTSBURQ Nov. 30 ROSES Am. BcMity, Fvx. and Sp. *' Extra " No.i '* Lower grades Bride, 'Maid, Chatenay,F. &S.. " " Low.gr miluniey, Fan. & Sp '* Lower grades Richmond , Fan cy & S pecial *' Lower grades..... .-< My Marylaod CARNATIONS, Novelties and Fancy " Ordinary imsCGLLANBOUfi Chrysanthemums, Fancy " Ordinary. Cattleyas UUes. Uly of the Valley Violets Mignonette Sweet Feas Roman Hy. Paper Whites Stevi) Gardenias AdWnBum SmUzx Acparagus Ptumoaua, itrings (loo) •' ** & Sprcn. (100 bchi.) 20.00 i«-50 8.0a 6.00 4.00 2.0c 4.00 2.00 6 oj 3.00 2 00 1.50 to 25.00 ao.oo 6.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 8.00 5 00 6. CO 3.00 3.O0 10. CO 3. CO -25 2. 00 I.OO to to . to . to to 15.00 4.0C I.OO 12.50 25,00 25.00 3.00 1.50 2 00 15.00 50.00 35.OO 30.00 25.00 15.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 4.0: to to to to to to to to to to to 3.00 a 00 15.00 to 19.5* to 3.00 to .50 to 2.00 I.OO I.OO 15.00 30.00 to ■ to 35.00 30.0c 20.00 la.oo 8 00 6.00 8 00 6.00 8.00 6.00 6.00 5.00 3. CO 20 00 12.00 15.00 4.00 .75 3. CO 1.50 50.00 50.00 35-Q* 20.00 I2XiO 5.00 8 00 4.00 8. CO 4.00 10.00 4.00 5-00 3 50 9.00 18.00 6 00 1 3.00 3.00 ■75 4.00 ■75 2.00 I.OO 25.00 25.0* 40.00 95.00 20.00 8.00 10. oo 6,00 I3.00 8.00 J3.CO 6.00 10 00 4.00 3,00 ao.oo 12.00 15.00 4.00 I 25 5. CO X 00 3.00 1.50 1.50 15.00 50.00 50. vo to 25. o« 15 CO l<0 20 00 b 00 Id 10 oe 3.00 U> 4.00 6.00 to 8.00 2. CO to 4 00 6 oo to 8.30 2.00 tm 4.00 6.00 to 8 00 to 4.o« 4.00 to 8.0* 2.C0 to 3.00 to I 50 IS 00 to 30.00 4.00 to 12.00 50.00 10 60.00 10 19 00 3 00 to 4 00 '' Sq. NE>V YORK i JOHN I. RAYNOR Wholesale Commission Florist SELLING AGENT FOR LARGEST GROWERS A full line of Choice Cut Flower Stocit for all purposes. Comprises every variety grown for New Vork market, at current prices 49 West 28th St., New York City TEL. 1998 HADISON SQUARE Walter F. Gheridan Wholetai« Cotnmit$ion Dealer in CHOICE GUT FLOWERS 39 West 28th Strut, New Yerk Telephone: 3532-35.'^ IWadison Squar* HEADQUARTERS FOR NOVELTIES ORCHIDS A SPECIALTY ALWAYS ON NAMD THE HICMKST W A I I CV ALWAYS CRAOE OP VMlaUCLT ON NAMD GARDENIAS, DAISIES. ROSES AND CARNATIONS r?o M.na A VII lo TelephoBt ._ .., 00*1. e* KI.^.... JAMES McMANUS,759«r,d8, 42 W. 28th St.. New York NEW YORK QUOTATIONS PER 100. To Dealers Only Hrtt Half of Wiak beginning Nov. 29 1909 ROSES AND CARNATIONS American Beauty » Fancy and Special •• " Extra No. I *' *' Lower Grades BHde, Tlald, Golden Gate, Fancy and Special. *• " Lower Grades Klllarney, Fancy and Special • ' Lower Grades Richmond, Fancy and Special * * Lower Grades Hy /laryland CArnatlon A , Fancy and Novelties. " Ordinary Last Half of Week ending Nov 27 1909 30.00 to 35-00 t2.00 6.00 to to 2Q.OO le.oo I.OO 6.00 to to 4.00 ■ 8.00 I.O* 6.00 kO to 4 00 10.00 I.OO 6.00 to to 4.00 10.0c I.OO to 5.00 1.50 to 10.00 2.00 to 5.00 I.OO to 3.00 30.00 to I a .00 to 6.00 to 1 .00 to 6.00 to I.OO to 6.00 to x.co to 6 00 to I.OO to 1.50 to 3 00 to x.co to 20. •• lo.ao 4 00 8.«o 400 5«* 3.CO Alexander J. Guttman THE WHOLESALE FLORIST OF NEW YORK 34 WEST 28tH STREET • PHONES. 1004-*1669 MADl.VON SOVARE - ENOUGH SAID CENTRALLY LOCATED, THE HUB OP THE FLOWER MARKET SECTION CHARLES MILLANG Wholesale Florist 55 & 57 W. 26 St., NEW YORK Telephone 7062 Madison THE KERVAN COMPANY Fresh Cut Evergreens, Mosses. Southern Smllax, Galax and Leucothoe. Preserved and Fresh v,ut Cycas and Palmetto. 13 W. 28 St., New York. Tel. |J|J^JMad.Sq. Ourand & Marohn MANUFACTURERS OF All Kinds of Wire Work Florists' Wire Designs a Specialty 24 Beaver St., ALBANY, N.Y. WILLIAM H. KUEBLER Brooklyn's Foremost and Best WHOLESALE COMMISSION HOUSE A First Class Market for all CUT FLOWERS 28 Willoughby St., Brooklyn, N. Y. Tel. 4591 Main 48 W. 29th Street, New York City Telephone No. 1757 Mad. Sq. FLORISTS' SUPPLIES GALAX, bronze and green, fresh crop, ;i.OO, 1000; J7.50, 10,000. LEUCOTHOB SPUAYS, 75c, 100. GREEN SHEBT MOSS, J2.00 large bag. REED (Q. KELLER 122 West 2«th St., New York Florists' Supplies We manufacture all our Metal Designs, Baskets, Wire Work & NoTeltlei and are dealers in Maiaware Oeoorative Greens and FleHtts' flequltttot December 4, 1909 HORTICULTURE 797 BOXWOOD SPRAYS Clean, Choice Stock, No Heavy Wood. Every case guaranteed. We ship every- where. Let us quote you on your requirements, for shipment now or later. Pittsburgh Cut Flower Co.. Ltd. p"ts°burgh:p;v WHOLESALE FLORISTS 54 West 28th St. NEW YORK Telephone 3559 Madison Sq, A. L YOUNG & CO. RECEIVERS & SHIP- PERS OF CUT FLOWERS. CONSIGNMENTS SOUOITED. MICHIGAN CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE, Inc. WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS Consl^ments Solicited Bardy Fancy Fern Our Specialty 88-40 BROADWAY. DETROIT. MICH. DO NOT BE FOOLED By imitators of the MEYER GREEN SILKALINE See that you get the original. For sale by all reliable houses, JOHN C. MEYER & CO., Boston and Lowell, Mass. KRICK'S FLORIST NOVELTIES Manufacturer and Patentee of the Per- fect Adjustable Pot Handle or Hanger, Perfect Adjustable Plant Stands and the ' riginal Genuine Immortelle Let- ters, etc. Every Letter Marked. 1164-66 Greene Av., Brooklyn, N.Y. For Sale by all Supply Houses Flower Market Reports. {Continued from page 7q_>) Trade is very quiet NEW YORK and demand light this weelv. Roses are coming in freely and there is an abundance of Beauty, Bride, Brides- maid and Killarney, averages on which will run considerably lower than last week. Cattleyas, which have been very scarce and have brought very high prices are a little easier. Chrys- anthemums are on the down grade and are losing favor with the buyers. Car- nations are on the increase, quality good. Lily of the valley is strong and active. It might have PHILADELPHIA been worse. Many will say — how could Thanksgiving week have been worse with such a storm Wed- nesday and Thursday? We can only illustrate the point by allusion to the old story of the lady who had the "might-have-been-worse" always at the tip of her tongue. One morning her gudeman thought he had her stumped, all right. Said he: "Janet, I had an awful dream last night — I dreamt I was in hell!" "Oh," says Janet, "it might have been worse." The indignant "How so?" came like a shot, and was met with — "It might have been true!" So in the same way this past Thanksgiving week might have been worse if the hell dream of many had been true — but on comparison with last year's volume of WILLIAM F.KASTING GO. WHOLESALE FLORISTS 383-387 Ellicott Street BUFFALO, - N. Y. SOUTHERN WILD SMILAX Now ready In limited quantity. E. A. BEAVEN EVERGREEN, ALABAMA. GROWERS FOR NEW YORK MARKET Are 'nvlted to call or write. I can dispose of your flowers for the coming season at top prices and guarantee rrompt returns. 106 W. 28th St. New York Established 1887 Open 6 A. M Dally 1el. 167 Madison Sq. J. K. ALLEN NEW YORK QUOTATIONS PER 100. To Dealers_Only_ MISCELLANEOUS Cattleyas UHw Lily of tbe Valley Narcis. Paper White Chrysanthemums " Lower Grades. . . . Violet* Sweet Peas (per loo bchs) Qardenlas Adlaatum SmHax Asparagus Plumosus, strings '* " & Spreo. (loo bch«). Last Half of We«k | endin I Nov. 27 1 1909 53.00 to 7500 6.00 to 8.00 2.00 to 4 00 1.50 to 3 00 8.00 to aS.oo 3.C0 to 6.00 .50 to I 03 6.00 to 10.00 13. 00 to 35.00 50 to .75 8.00 to la.oo 16.00 to 35.00 2O.OO to 25.00 First Mf of WMh bednnliiK Nov 29 1909 50.00 6 00 3. CO 1.50 8.03 3.00 50 6. ■>o 12.00 ■50 8.00 16.00 zo.oo to 2.00 to 25.00 to 6.0* to 1. 00 to 10. CO to 35-«» to -T5 •3 < •5.1 business it finally came out as a pretty fair Thanksgiving after all. At this writing (Xov. 30) American Beau- ties are up in price and there seems little chance of any surplus to cause a slump, so a gradually increasing schedule from now to after the holi- days would seem to be in order. Marylands and Killarneys are much finer at present than they have been at any time this season. White Kil- larney is far and away the best in white roses, although there are a few good Brides here and there. Of course Kaiserin is running down some now. Carnations are finer and prices much better. Chrysanthemums are on their last legs, although there are still some very good fiowers coming in. Gar- denias are a little more plentiful; but the demand keeps up so well that there is but little easening in the high figures. Very little life in the violet market this season for some reason as yet unexplained. Orchids holding firm at the high rates quoted last week. If you sell pot plants to customers with taste and tidy habits, the Ever Ready Flower Pot Cover, advertised in this paper, is just what you want to please the buyer and multiply sales. In the eye of a particular customer it improves the appearance and adds to the attractiveness of the plant fully 100 per cent. It comes in all sizes and the cost is within everybody's reach. Try a few. Galax and Leucothoe Quality, Packing and Price All RiKht. Wholesale Only. Send for Quotations. J. L. BANNER, ^^^^■'^l^^^- 798 HORTICULTURE December 4, 1909 Buyer's Directory and Ready Reference Guide Advertisements undeil this head, one cent a word. Initial* count as words. Display adyertisers In tUta la»ue *re al»o Urted under this classiflcaUon without charge. Reference to Urt of ^'^Ce" 7:inuTlTtTll7^V:^nn this list will confer a faror br wn.Mng us and we wUl trr to put .i.em In oommunicatlon with reliable dealers. AoootmTAirr R. J. Djurt, 28 State St., Beaton. For page Me Llat of AdTertlwra. AOIANTUMS QedfreT Atcbmann. 1U12 West Ontarto St., Fblladelpbia, Pa. For page aee List of AdTertlMOi. ARAUCARIAS A. Licatbr * Co., Perklus St. NonerlM, RosliDdale, Uaaa. For page gee Lint of AdTertlatm. Oodtrej Aai'bmaiio, 1012 Wecit Ontario St, Pblladelpbla, Pa. For page aee List of AdTertlaers. ASPARAGUS Aaparagns plnmosui from 2\4 Incb pots, f2.fiu per lUU; fSl-iiO per lUOO. Cash wltb order, pleaB*. Floral UIII Gardeus, G. F. Neipp, I'rop., Chatbum, N. J. Aspar:i;;us Spreugeri, 2^^-iu. pots, strong plnuts, $2.(iu per lUO. Virginia Nursery Co., Purcellville, Ga. Asparagus Sprengeri — Good plants for 6 Id. pots from tjeuch to mal^e room, $5.00 per lUO. Cash. J. T. Erlckson, Swamp- Bcott, Mass. A few hundred .Asparagus Spreugeri out of 2 iu. i)ots, fine plants, 2c. each. H. J. Blanchard. Ashburnham, Mass. AZALEAS Bobblnk & Atltius, Rutherford, N. J. For page aee List of Advertisers. A. Leuthy, Roslindale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. BAMBOO OANES rokobama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay Strevt, New York. Bamboo Sticks, Colored Gt«en. For page see List of Advertiaers. BAT TREES. Bobblnk & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. 2000 Bay and Box Trees Id all slses. Pyramid and Standards. Write for Hat. JolluB Rnehrs. Kutherford, N. J. BEDDING PLANTS A. Lentby A Co., Perkins 8t. Nuraertee, Roellndale, Mas*. For page see List of Advertisers. a. Aacbmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., PUla- delphla. Pa. Fw page see List of Advertlaera. R. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., White Marsb, Maryland. For page see List of AdTertlsera. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. For page see List of Advertl.xers. Edward Wall is. Atco, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. BEGONLAS Godfrey AaobmanD. ini2 West Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertlsera. Rex Begonia, 2-ln., strong, 3c. T. H. Dann & Son Westfleld, N. Y. Rex Begnni.ns. A flue assortment of 12 named varieties from 2y, In. pots, strong plants, $4.00 per 100. Virginia Nursery Co., Purcellville. Va. BOILERS BOILERS. "Biirnham" Rollers made for gr^enhonse besting. Lord & Barnbam, 11S3 Broadway, N. Y. Kroeschell Bros. Co.. 4efi Erie St.. Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. BOOKS Iris, Penny and Phlox Manuals, 25 cts. each In Stamps. C. S. Harrison, York, Nebraska. BOOKS — Continued Elmer D. Smith & Co., Adrian, Mich. Chrysanthemum Manual. For page see List of Advertl8ers^_ BOXW^OOD TREES New England Nurseries, Inc., Bedford, Mass. . For page aee List of Advertisers. Fernwood Nursery,Stamford. Conn. Bobblnk & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. For page sec LLst of Advertisers. CARNATIONS— Continued 8. J. Renter & Son, Westerly, B. 1. Field Grown Carnatlous. For page see List of Advertisers U. F. Llttlefield, WorceHier, Uaoa. Field Grown Plauts. For page see List of Advertisers. Baur & Smith, Indianapolis, Ind. Patten & Co., Tewksbury, Mass. Carnation Shasta. For page see List of Advertisers. BUILDING MATERIAL BUILDING MATERIAL of all deacrip- tlon for All Cypress, Semi-Iron. Iron Fraae or Truss Houses. Hot Bed Saab and Frames. Lord & Burnbam Co., 1133 Broad- way. N. Y. ^^^^^^^_____^ BULBS AND TUBERS Joseph Breck & Sons, 47.54 N. Market St., Boston. Dntch and French Bnlba. For page see List of Advertlsera. J. M. Ttaorbnrn & Co., 33 Barclay St, New York. For page see List of AdTertlsera. T. Boddlngton, 342 W. 14th St., N. For page see List of Advertisers. T. Blckarda Bros., 87 Bast l»th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. H7~Fr Michell cTTT Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. T. J. Grey tc Co., 82 and 33 So. Market St., Boston. Bermuda Lilies. For page sfe List of Adrertlyera. Yokohama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Ralph M. Ward * Co., 12 W. Broadway, New York. Lily Bulbs, Horseshoe Brand. For page see List of Advertisers. Scblegd & Fottlrr Co., 26 & 27 S. Market St., Boston. French and Dutch Bnlba. For page see List of Advertisers. H. E. Fiske Seed Co., Boston, Mass. For Page See List of Advertisers. Berrydale Experiment Gardeus, Holland, Mich. For page see List of Advertlse'S. F. R. Plerson Co., Tarrytown-on-Hudson, N. Y. Narcissi, Chinese Sacred Lilies, Hyacinths, Lilluni l.ougitlornm. ' E. S. Miller, Wading River, N. Y. For Page See List of Advertisers. P.~W~0. Schraitz7Prince BayrN.~Y^ H.vacinths, Tulins, Crocus. For page see List of Advertisers. SPECIAL CLEARING PRICES. TULIPS. SINGLE— La Reine, 85c per 100; $7.50 per 1000. Rose Oris de Lin, 85c per 100: $7.50 per 1000. Artus, $1.10 per 100; $9.50 per 10(X). DOUBLE — Murillo, fancy Iniibs. $1.80 per 100; $16,00 per loOO. Touruesol, yellow, $2.00 per 100; $17.50 per 1000. NARCISSI. Empress, double-nose, $1.60 per 100; $14.00 per 1000. Golden Spur, $1.40 per 100; $12.00 per 1000. Trumpet Major, $1.00 per 100; $8.00 per lOOfl. 2.50 at 1000 rate. SLUIS SEED STORE. 544 W. 63rd St., Chicago, 111. CARNATIONS F. Dorner & Sons Co., Lafayette. Ind. Carnations for Immediate Delivery. For page see List of Advertisers. Chicago Carnation Co.. Jollet, 111. Sangamo and Conquest. For page see List of Advertisers. A. C. Brown, Springfield, III. Carnation Sangumo. For page see List of AdvertUets. Chas. Knopf Floral Co., Richmond, Ind.. ani S. J. Reuter & Son, Inc., Westerly, E. I. Carnation Admbatlnn. For page see List of Advertlsera. Wood Bros., FIsbklll, N. Y. Field Grown. For page see List of Advertisers. C. S. Ford, West Park, PbTladelpbla, Pa. New Carnation Constant. For page see 1. 1st of Advertisers. Edward Wallis, Atco, N. J. For Page See List of Advertisers. Cottage Gardens Co., Queens, L. I., New York. Carnations Alma Ward and Mrs. C. W. Ward. For page see List of Advertisers. CARNATION STAPLE Plllsbury's Carnation Staple, BOo. yai 1000, postpaid. I. L. Plllsbury, Oalesbarg, III. CHRISTMAS AND EASTKR PLANTS William W. Edgar Co., Waverley. Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. OHRTSANTHEMUMS C. H. Totty, MadUon. N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Wood Bros., FIsbklll N. Y. Chrysanthemums Rooted Cuttlnga. I. M. Rayner, Greenport, N. Y. Stock Plants. Herrlngton's book on the Chrysantho- mnm mailed to your address for SOc., by Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. CHRYSANTHEMUM STOCK PLANTS. Mrs. Kalb, Timothy Eaton, Estelle. White Bonnaffon, Alice Byron, Lynnwood Hall, Angele Laurent, Desjouis, Glory of I'acitic, Mary Mann, Maud Dean, Pink Ivory. Rosette. Araorita, Major BonaCfon. Cremo, Halliday, Yellow Jones. Golden (Jlow, Baby, 75 cents per doz.; $5.00 per 1110. Golden Eagle and Babv Margaret, .f2.00 per dozen.; $12,00 per 100, Wil- liam Swayno, I', 0. Box 215, Keunett Suare, Pa, COLD FRAME MATS W. Elliott & Sons, New York, N. Y. OONIFERI John Waterer & Sous, Ltd., Amerleaa Nursery, Bagsbot, Eng. For page see List of Advertisers. COSMOS- Early Flowering Headquarters seed. New England grown. The trade supplied, each variety separate. 10c. a package. H. N. Smith, South Sud- bury, Mass. OUT FLOWER BOXES. Edwards Folding Box Co., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. Folding cut flower boxes, the best Write for list. Holton & Hnnkel Co., IIO- waukee. Wis. For List of Advertisers See Page 803 December 4, 1909 HORTICULTURE 799 CUT FLOWER BOXES -Continued MR TAY THE FKEIGUT On Cot Klower IJoXfs. On all orders for (15.U0 or luure received during Oclolier wt will puy tbe fieiflit east of tlie UlsslsslppL All orders west of the river, we paj to tb* river. Samples of stock aud prices on re- quest. Climax Mauufacturiug Co., Castor land, N. Y. Uept. U. CYCLAMEN Thomas liolaud, Naliant, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. DABCLX&S Peacock Dablla Farms, Wllilamstowo Joae- tlon, N. J. For page gee List of AdTertlaere. Herbert, Atco, N. J. For page see List of Advertlaera. J. L. Moore, Northboro, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. If j'ou are Iool;ing for up to-date Dahlias send for my lOlu trade prices on field clumps. J. K. Alexauder, The Eastern J'ahlia Kiug. E. Kridgewatcr, Mass. DAISIES Daisy Queen Alexandria, from 2^-m. pots. -$2.50 per 100. Cash. O. B. Kenrick, 52 Alexander Ave., Belmont, Mass. DECOBATIVE PI.AKTS A. Lentby & Co., Perkins St., Nurseries, Rosllndale, Mass. Imported I'lants for Fall DetlTeiy. For page eee Llat of AdTertlsers. Godfrey Ascbmann, lOU W. Ontario St., PbUadelphla. Pa. For page see Uat of Advertisers. Josepb lleacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Bobert Craig Co., Market and 49tli Sts., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. John Scott, Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of AdTertlscr*. Anton Scholthels, College Point, N. For page see List of Advertisers. EVEBGREEKS New England Nurseries, Bedford, „ For page see List of Advertisers. Boliblnk & Atkins, Uutberford, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. FERNS A. Lenthy & Co.. Rosllndale. Haaa. For page see List of Advertisers. U. H. Barrows II Son, Whitman, Nephrolepls Magulflca. For page see List of Advertisers. John Scott. Brooklvn, N. Y. ^or psge see List of Advertisers. Frank Oechslin, 4911 Quincy Street, Chicago. Ferns for Dishes. For page see List of Advertisers. A. N. Plerson, Cromwell, Conn. For page see List of Advertisers. JnlluB Roehrs Co., Rutherford, N. J. Farle.veuse. For page see List of Artvertlsem. Bobert Craig Co., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Fern wood Nu^^ery^ Stamford, Conn. F. W. O. Schmltz, Prlnce~Ba7r^N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Anderson's ferns for In and oatdoora. Largest commercial collection In tbe c»on- trj. Ask for descriptive catalogne. J. F. Anderson, Fern SpeHallst. Short Hills. W. J. FLORISTS' I.ETTERS. Beaton Florist Letter Co., 66 Pearl St., Boston. Mass. For page see List of Advertlsera. W. C. Krlck, UM-ee Greene Ave., Brook- lyn. N. Y. Immortelle Letters. For page see List of Advertisers. FLORISTS SITFFLIES N. F. McCarthy & Co., 84 Hawlejr St., Bnefon. For psge see I. lit of Advertisers. H. H. Rnldnson A Co.. l."". Province St. and 0 Cbflpman PInce. Boston. Mjikb. For page see Ll.st of Advertisers. FLORISTS SUPPLIES — Continned tteed & Keller, 122 W. 25th St, New York. For page gee List of Advertisers. U. Bayersdorfer & Co., 112il Arch Dt., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. Rosens. 4S West 2Uth St., New York City. For page see List of Advertisers. Mapes Rustic Works, Clayton, N. J. Rustic Vines, Braucbes, Hark. Etc For page see List of Advertiser's. FLOWER POTS W. H. Ernest, 2Sth and M Sts., Washington, D. C. For page see List of Advertisers. The Peters & Reed Pottery Co., Red Pots, Seed Pans, etc. ZanesvUle, O. A. H. Hews & Co., Cambridge, Maaa. For tuige see List of Advertisers. HllflDger Bros.. Ft. Edward. N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Byrscnse Pottery Co.. Syracnse, N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. FREESIAS Schlegel & Fottler. 26 & 27 So. Market St., Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertlsera. FRUIT TREES Dwarf Fruit Trees, by F. A. Wsngll. mailed to your address for 65 cents by Hortlcniture Pnbllshlng Co., 11 Uamtlton Place, Boston. OALAX Ulchlgan Cnt Flower Co., 38 and 40 Broad way, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. Bice Bros.. 11.'5 N. eth St., UlnnaapoUil MUo. For page see List of Advertisers. J. L. Banner, Montezuma, N. C. Galax and Leucotboe. For page see List of Advertisers. GERANIUMS R. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., White Matali, Md. For page see List of Advertisers. Geraniums. R. A. Nutt, Beauty Poltevlne, Madame Barney. Buchner, from field, 5c. each: rooted cuttings. $9.00 per looo: un- rooted, $."■..00 per 1000. Carl Dornblrer, 6417 Carnegie Ave.. Cleveland, O. Geraniums Ricard. S. A. Nutt, Bnchner, from 2 and 2'A In. pots, extra fine lot of strong, cool-grown plants: $2.25 per 100; $20.00 per 1000; and mixed $2.00 per 100, $18.00 per 1000. .T. R. Brooks, Oxford De- pot, Orange Co., N. Y. Geraniums. Nntt. $12..'>0 per 1000: Ricard. Poltevlne, $15. A. M. Herr. Lancaster. Pa. GLADIOLI E. S. Miller, Wading River, N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Arthur T. Boddington. New Y'ork, N. Y. Forcing Gladioli. For page see List of Advertisers. J. L. Moore, Northboro, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Surplus stock of choice named gladioli. Also hulbs and hullilets from my private collection at bargain prices. L. Merton Gage, Orange. Mass. GLASS Boston Plate k Window Glass C*., Boaten. For page see List of Advertisers. Standard Plate Glass Co., 26-30 Sndbnry St.. Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co.. Wesrom Ave., betweea 25tb ft 26th Sts.. Chlcsgo. For page see List of Advertisers. Sharp, Partridge & Co.. 22d ft Lumber Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Parshelsky Bros., Inc., 59 Montrose Are., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Metropolltnn Mnterlfll Co.. 1592-1402 Metro- polltan Ave., Brooklyn. N. Y. Greenhouse glass, lowest prices. John- stcn Glass Co.. Hart^rd City. Ind. GIsBR. High OmdeTnonhle Thick Oreen- hoiiM> OInos. Lord A Burabam, 1133 Broad- wsy. N. Y. n GLASS CLEANER Andersen Specialty Co., Chicago, 111. GLAZING POINTS H. A. Dreer. Philadelphia. Pa. Peerless Gtazlug I'oiut. For page see List of Advertisers. GLAZING POINTS, Lord ft B^r^bam^ S|.e>!ul Glazing Nails (Points). Lord * Burnham, 1133 Broadway, N. Y. GOLD FISH Price list now ready. Extra large and fine crop of flsb this season. No fungus; no lice. Our little book, -Tbe Gold Fish Dealer's Guide," tells you bow to bundle bsb, prevent and cure diseases; free to cus- touiere. Glen Mary Flsb Farm, CUas. Pom- mert. Prop., Amelia, O. Largest gold llsb hatchery in the world. Gold B'ish, Aquarium Plants; largest va- riety in tbe couutiT. Send for price-list Franklin Barrett, 4815 D St., Phila.. I'a. GREENHOUSE BUILDING MATE- RIAL I.,ord ft Burnham Co., 1133 Broadway, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Plersi>n U-Bar Co., 1 Madison 8q., N. I. For page see List of Advertisers. A. T. Stearns Lnmher Co., Neponaet, Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. King Constmctlon Co.. N. Tooawanda, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Hltchlngs ft Co., 1170 Broadway. New Tsck. For page see List of Advertisers. J. C. Moulnger Co., 117 East Blackhawk St., Chicago, III. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., betwsaa 2.'>th ft 26th Sts.. Chlraco. Pecky Cypress for Beni'hes. For page see List of Advertisers. S. Jacobs & Sons. 1359 63 Flnstalng ATSb. Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. GREENHOUSE C0NSTRUC110V GREENIIODSH CONSTRUCTION, „ Iron Greenhouse. New Truss Houses -_ Iron Frame Houses. Lord ft BnrnbaaL 1133 Broadway, N. Y. Foley Mfg. Co.. Western Ave., betwaaa 25th ft 26th Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Bituhlogs ft Co.. 1170 Broadway. New Tstfc. For page see List of Advertisers. GUTTERS GUTTERS, Cast Iron Ontters, L. * Bl Improved V Shaped Gotter with drip gat- ter attachment. Lord ft Bnrnbam. lUi Broadway. N. Y. HAIL INSURANCE ^ Florists' Hall Asso. of America. J. Q. Esler, Saddle River. N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. HARDT FERNS, MOSS ANB GREENS H. H. Rnhlnson ft Co., 15 Province St. aai 9 Chapman Place, Boston. Mass. For page see List of Advertlseta. Michigan Cot Flower Eichsnge, 88 and -10 Broadway. Detroit. Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. The Kervan Co., 113 W. 28tb St., Ns York. For page see List of Advertls Rice Bros., 115 N. fltb St., MlnnsapoUi, Minn. For page see List of Advertisers. Pittsburg Cut Flower Co., Ltd., Pittsburg. Pa. Boxwood Sprays. For page see List of Advertisers. Fanc.v Holly, short or long lirancbes, $3.00 case; Green Sheet Moss, f^.^2o lilil.: Laurel for decor.iting $2.-50 case: Laurel for roping $1.00 bag. Cash with first oredr. W. Z. Pniuell, Snow Hill, Md. In writing to Advertisers kindly mention Horticulture 800 H O R T I C U L T U R E December 4, 1909 KEATZNO APPAHATUS Lord & BarDham Co., 1133 Broadway, New York. For page «et Uat of AdTertUera. Plerson 0-ltar Co., 1 idadlsou ISq., N. I. For pagf ae« LIgt of Advtnlagra. Kroesc'bell brim, Co.. 466 Erie St., Cblca|«. For page see Llat of Adrertlsera. HERBACEOUS PERENNIAJLS P. Onwerkerk, P. O. No. 1, Hoboken, N. i. For page see Llst^if Advertlaerg. New Eugland Nurseries, Bedford, Ha — For page see LUt of AdTerttiers. HOLLY Holly wreaths. Box holly. Holly wreaths a sijeclaltv, lu laige auU small quautltles. Selei-ted Uix holly. Write tor prices. H. E. Couneli, Miltou, Del. HOLLYHOCKS Hollyhocks, double yellow, pink and white, Jlo.uu per luuu; siugle, mixed, Jlu.uU per luuo. Spriug sown. Cash. Byer Bros., Chambersbura, i'a. " HOSE Henry A. Dreer, Philadelphia, Pa. Garden Hose. For page see List of Adyertisers. HOT-BED SASH The A. T. Stearns Lumber Co., Neponaet, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Plerson U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. I. For page see List of AdYertlsers. Lord A Buruham Co., 1133 Broadway, N. I. For page see List of Advertiser*. Foley Mfg^ Co^^ Weetern Are., betwesa 2.")th & 26th Srs., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. HYDI^HGEAS. Henry A. Dreer, Philadelphia, Pa. Hydrangea Horteiisis Otaksa. For page see List of Advertisers. INSECTICIDES. Nicotlclde kills all greenbonie pesta. P. K. Paletborpe Co., Bleventh St., Oweusboro, Ky. For page see List of Advertisers. Stampp & Walter Co., 6U Barclay Bt., New York. Kllmdead Tobacco Dost. For page see List of Advertleere. B. G. Pratt Co., 50 Chorch St., New York. Scaleclde. For page see List of Advertiser*. Geo. B. Talmadge, Inc., Madison, N. J. Apblne. For page see List of Advertisers. H. A. StoothoCr Co., Mt. Vernon, N. Y. Tobacco Powder. For page see List of Advertisers. IRIS J. A. Peterson, Cincinnati, Ohio. Iris Pallida Dalmatlca. For Page See List of Advertisers. E. S. Miller, Wadiug River, N. Y. For page see List of .Advertisers. German Iris, Purple or Lavender; strong division; $2.r>0 per ]IH». .f20 per 1000. M. L. McClavo. lU'iitoii Har!n)r, Mich. JAPANESE PLANTS Yekohama Narsery Co.. 31 Barclay St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. KENTIAS Godfrey Ascbmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. A. Leuthy & Co., Roellndale, Maas. For page see List of Advertisers. Julius Roehrs Co.. Rutherford. N. J. For page see List of Advertisers, .loa. Ilearoek Co., Wyncote, Pa. Home-Growo, Established Plants. For psge see List of Advertisers. Bohhink & Atkins. Rutherford. N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. LANDSCAPE GARDENING COURSE Home Correspondence School, Springfield, Mass. Dept. 8. For page sec List of Advertisers. LILIES B. S. Miller, Wading River, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. LILY OF THE VALLEY CLUMPS Skldelsky & Irwin Co., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. LILY OF THE VALLEY PIPS aialmar Hartmann & Co., Langangstrsede 20, Copenhagen, Denmark. For page see List of Advertisers. Lily of the valley, field-gi'owu, ?1.00 per lOo by mail; $6.00 per luOO by express. M. L. McClave, Benton Harbor, Mich. MASTICA r. O. Pierce Co., 12 W. Broadway, New Yerk. For page see List of Advertisers. NIOO-FTJME Kentucky Tobacco Product Co., Louisville. Ky. For page see List of Advertisers. NURSERY STOCK John Waterer & Sons, Ltd., American Nursery, Bagsbot, England. For page see List of Advertlaers. C. Ouwerkerk, 216 Jane St., Weehawken Heights. N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Mew England Nurseries, Inc., Bedford, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Eastern Nurseries, Jamaica Plain, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. W. ic T. Smith Co., Geneva, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Bobbink & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. Boxwood and Evergreens. For page see List of Advertlaers. Leesley Bros., Chicago. III. Trees, Shrubs, Evergreens, Hardy Plants. For page see List of Advertisers. DWARF BOX. Fine, well rooted plants. 3 to 8 in., $1.00 to $5.00 per lUO. Stock fine, but limited. Order soon. M. L. McClave, Benton Uar- bor, Mich. Manual of the Trees of North America, by C. S. Sargent, mailed to your address for »6.00, by Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. trees; SHRTRS, ROSES, EVER- GREENS, PEONIES. HARDY PLANTS. HLLW4NGER & BARRY, Rochester, N. Y. ONION SETS Leonard Seed Co., Chicago, III. For page see List of Advertisers. ORCHID PLANT* Lager & Horrell, Summit, N. J. Fresh Imported and Established Orchids For page see List of Advertisers. Sander, St. Albans, England. Importers. Exporters, Growers, Hyhrldlsta For page see List of Advertisers. Carrillo & Baldwin, Mamaroneok, nT~Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Ordones Bros., Madlsnn, N. J., Box lOS C. Lahlata: D. Blglbhnm Arrived. For page see List of Advertisers. T.argest stock In the country. Ask for prices. Julius Roehrs, Rutherford, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Orchid Growers' Manual. By B. S. Wil- liams, son llluHtratlons. 800 pages; descrip- tions of upwards of 2.500 sppclee and varie- ties of orchidaceous plants, etc. The most complete work on Orchids and orchid cul- ture ever pnhllshed. Price. $10.00. Orders filled by HORTICULTURE, 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. PAIHT AND PUTl'T PAINT AND rUTTT: Ideal Gremhensc Lead: Speolsl Greenhouse Putty. Lord A Bnmhani. 113.1 Rmndway. N. Y. PALMS A. Leotby & Co., Perkins St. NorserlM, Boellndale, Mass. For page see List of Advertlsera. Robert Craig Co., Market and «9tb 8U., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertlsera. Joseph Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. Home-Grown Palma. For page see List of Advertlsera. John Scott, Brooklyn, N. t. For page see List of Advertisers. A. N. Plerson, Cromwell, Coun. For page see List of Advertlaers. Julius Roehrs Co., Rutherford. N. J. For page see List of Advertisers^ Henry A. Dreer. Philadelphia, Pa, Cocos Weddeliaua. For page see List of Advertisers. Fernwood Nursery, Stamford, Conn. PANSY PLANTS. Giant pansies. Bugnot, Odier, Gassier, Trimardeau, mixed, $2.50 per 1000; 2000, $4.00. Cash. Byer Bros., Chambersburg, Pa^ PATENTS Slggers & Slggers. Washington, D. C For page see List of Advertisers. PEAT Orchid Peat and Moss always on hand- Jnlliis Roehrs Co.. Rutherford. N. J. FEONXES The E. G. Hill Co., Richmond, Ind. For page see List of Advertisers. Peony list ready. Write for one today. Standard varieties. Prices right. Gilbert H. Wild, Sarcoxle, Mo. PETUNIAS Petunias, double; rooted cuttings, $1.0C per 100; 2in., 2c. Cash. Byer Bros., Chambersburg. Pa. PHOTOGRAPHS: DESIGNING: IL- LUSTRATING Geo. B. Dow, 178 Washington St., Beatoa. For page see List of Advertisers. PIPE AND FITTtMiiS Foley Mfg. Co., between Western At*, aid 26th St., Chicago, 111^ Kroeschell Bros. Co., 466 Erie St.. Cblcacn. For page see Llat of Advertlsera. PIPE AND FITTlN M; 24 to SU In., heavj, fM M. F. U. B. Bostlc. Caak wltb order. ValUeslan Nurseries, BoMlc Dept., Hostlc, Nurib t.'arollna. C'uliforiiia I'rivet, well rooted and well graded. Write for prkes. Jobn H. Lane, Uttle Silver, N. J. BHODODENDBONS John Waterer & Sons, Ltd., American Nursery, Uagsnot, Kuglaad. For page aee List of AdTertlu^iB. P. Uuwerkerk, Iloboken, N. J. For page see List of AdTertisera. BOSE» B«lwrt Cnlx Co.. Market aad 4»tk WU^ PhlUd«l»liU, Pa. Fof page »e« Lit of AdrtrtlMri. F. Odwerkerk. P. O.No. 1, Uebvken. N. J. For pete gee List of Advertlaera. Dtusee & Conard Co., West QroTe, Fn. Novelties In Roses. For page aee Ltet of Advertisers. Poahlnuinn Bros. Co., Morton QroTO, IB. For page see List of Advertiser*, W. A T. Smith Co., Geneva, N. Y. American Grown Roses. For page see List of Advertisers. Eastern Nurseries, Jamaica Plain, Mass. New Hose Dayl)reak and Lady Duncan. For page see List of Advertisers. John Cook, Baltimore, Md. New Secdliug Rose "Radiance." For page see List of Advertisers. Tho Rose, by H. B. Ellwanger; mailed tor $1.80 by Horticulture, 11 BamlltoD Place. Boston. Band Book of CultumI Notes on Rosea Under Glass, by F. I'. Brlgbam, mailed U r»«r address for 2.'>c., by Horticulture Pub- IlshliiK Co.. 11 Hamilton Place. Bogton. Baby Uanililer roses, strong, three-year- old, tieUl-t;rown. own root, have been cut back aiul lifted and have become well es- tablished in 15-in. pots, at $12.iX) per 100. Virginia Nursery Co., Purcellviile, Va. RUSTIC WINDOW BOX£S Maples Rustic Works, Clayton, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. SEED OROW^ERS BJalmar Hartmann & Co. Caullilower and Cabbage Seed. Laacangatraede 2U, Copeuhut^u, Denmark. For page see List of Advertisers. C C. Morse ft Co., 48-5(> Jackson St., Su> Francisco, Cab For page sec List of AdTerttsen. SEEDS T. J. Grey Co., 32 So. Majket St., Boaton. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Kreck & Sons, n and K2 N. Market St., Boston, Maaa. For page see List of Advertisers. W. Atlee Burpee fe Co., PblladelpUa. For page see List of Advertisers. Artlinr T. Boddlngtoo, 342 W. 14tti tM., New York. For page see Lift of Advertisers. Blckards Bros., '37 B. 19th St., New York. For page i.ee List of Advertisers. R. ft J. Farqnhar & Co., 6-7 So. Market St., Boston. Giant Cyclamen Seed. For page see List of Advertisers. H. F. MIcbell Co., 1018 Market St., PUIa. For page see List of Advertisers. J. M. Thorbarn t Co.. 83 Barclay St., N. Y. For page see List of Advertlsera. Leonard Seed Co., Chicago. lU. Beans, Peas, Sweet Com, Onion. For page see Llat of Advertisers. ■rhiegel & Fottler Co.. 2« & 27 So. Market St., Boston. For page aee List of Advertisers. E. F. Wlnterion CV7 Chicago. for Plaotsmen. Nurserymen, Saeda- men. For page see List of Advertisers. SEEDS — Continued A. C. ZTolanek, Bonnd Brook, N. }. Winter Flowering Sweet Peaa. For page see Llat of Adrertlaers. C. C. Morse & Co., 48-56 Jackson St., Baa Francisco, Cal. For page see List of AdTertlaara. O. V. Zangen, Uoboken, N. J. Glaut Cyclamen 6eed. For page see List of Advertisers. H. B. Flske Seed Co., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. SIL.KAX.INE John C. Meyer & Co., Boston, Maaa. For page see List of Advertlsera SPHAGNUM MOSS LlTe Sphagnum moss, orchid peat and •rctald baskets always on band. Lager * Barren, Summit. N. J. A full stock of moss on hand all year around. Sphagnum uioss, ?1.5U per bale; sheet green moss, ?2.5U per bbl.; clump moss, (5c. per bag. U. Keuuey, SS Roches- ter Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. SPRAYERS Cbas. J. Jager Co., Boston. Demlng Spray Pnmp. For page see List of Advertisers. B. H. Hunt, 76-78 Wabash Av., Chicago, HI. New Chicago Sprayer. For page see List of Advertisers. STEVIA Wood Bros., Flshklll, N. Y. For page s^ee List of Advertisers. SW^EET PEAS A. C. Zvolanek. Bound Brook, N. J. Winter Flowering. For page aee List of Advertisers. VEGETABLE PLANTS E. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. For page see Llat of Advertlaers. Warren Shinn, Woodstown, N. J. Forcing Asparagus and Rhubarb. VENTILATING APPARATUS Plerson U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., betwaea 25th & 26tb Sts., Chicago. The Advance Co., Richmond, Ind. For page see List of Advertisers. VENTILATING APPARATUS— VENTILATING MACHINERY, Now Model encased, self-olllng gear; Standard Model Open Gear. Lord t Bornham, 1188 Broadway, N Y. WILD SMILAX B. A. Beaven, Evergreen. Ala. Southern Wild Smilax. For page see List of Advertisers. W^IRED TOOTHPICKS W. J. Cowee, Berlin, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. WIBEWOBK Reed * Keller, 122 W. 26th St.. N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Dnrand t Marohn, Albany, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Wlrework. Write for our catalogue. Holton A Hunkel Co., Milwaukee, wy. WUlUm B. Hellscber's Wire Works, SS-M Broadway. Detroit. Mich. Wlrework — Compare our prices wit* othera Scranton Florist Supply Co., IDl N. 7th St.. Srranton. Pa. 50 per cent less than manufacturing cost. Our specialty — 100 assorted designs, $10.00. H. Keuney, 88 Rochester Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. WHOLESALE FLOBISTS B*at«m N. F. McCarth7 & Co.. 84 Hawlar M^ Boston. For page aae List of Advertlsera. H. M. Roblnaon Ik Co., 15 Provtnca M. and S Chapman PI., Boston. For page aee List of Advertisers. Welch Bros., 226 Devonshire St., BostSB. For page see List of Advertisers. Bniialo. N. T. WUUam F. Kastlng Co., 883-87 Elltcott SL, Buffalo, N. y. For page see List of Advertisers. Ohloago Cbas. W. McKeUer, SI WabaA Ara., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Peter Rein berg, 51 Wabash Ave., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. B. F. Wlnterson Co., 45-49 Wabash Ara,. Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Foehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, III. For page aee List of Advertisers. Boerber Bros., Atlas Block, 51 Wabaah Ara., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Cincinnati, Ohio The J. M. McCnIlough's Sons Ca. uati. Ohio. For page see List of Advertisers. Cromnrell, Conn. A. N. Plerson, Cromwell, Coaa. For page see List of Advertisers. Detroit Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, 88 aal M Broadway, Detroit, Mk-h. For page see List of Advertisers. Min neapolia Rice Bros., 115 N. Hth St., MlimeapoU% Mlun. For page see List of Advertisers. Vaw Tork Ford Bros., 48 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. H. B. Froment. 67 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Alex. J. Gnttmau. 34 W. 28th St., N«w York. For page see List of Advertisers. B. C. Boran, OS W. 28th St., New Ysak. For page see List of Advertisers. A. B. Langjabr. S5 W. 28th St., New Yack. For page see List of Advertisers. James McManns. 42 W. 28th St., New Yai*. For page see Llat of Advertisers. Jolin I. Raynor, 49 W. 28th St., New Ysck. For page see List of Advertlsera. W. F. Sheridan, 39 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Moore, Hentz & Nash, 55 and S7 W. Htk St.. New Tork. For page see List of Advertisers. Wm. H. Kuebler, 28 WlUonghby Bt^ Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Mtllsng Bros., 41 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. John Yonng, Bl W. 28th St.. New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Greater New York Florlats' AasoctatlOB, 162 Livingston St.. Brooklyn. N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Frank MUlang, 5S-57 W. 2eth St., Kmm York. For page see List of Advertisers. Philip F. Kessler, S5 ft S7 W. 2atk St, New York. For page aee List of Adrertlaera, In writing to Advertisers kindly mention Horticulture «02 HORTICULTURE December 4, 1909 WHOLESALE IXORIST8- New York — Continned A L. Young * Co., M W. 28th St., N. I. For paie tee Ust of Aavertlaeni. J K. Ailei, lt*iPw7^T5^t., New Xork. Tor page see LUt of AdTfrtUeri. CI>«rleB Mlliiig7~S6 and S7 West 26tli St., New York. For pdW »w l.l"t of ^-iTcrtlneni. B B Slluu, Jr., 65-57 W. HHtt. »l., N.w York. For page »«•» I-lwt of ArtTertlaera. Fhiladelphlm w K. MoKteskk & Bros.. 1819-l(m Ra* stead St.. rhlladelphta, I'a. For page see M»t of AdTertlsera. L*. Nle«eea Co., 12tW Arch St., PhlladW ""Fir' pige «e« LIs^ of Advertlaeni. Th, B. 8. PeiWS^^Me^han Co^ leOHi Ludlow St., Philadelphia. Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. New Offers in Thisjssue.^ Obituary. AGRICULTURAL LIME. The Caledonia Uav\ Co. Ciilodonla. N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. BRONZ GALAX. G A. Holder. Round Peak, N. C. For page see List of Advertisers. CHRISTMAS GREENS. Henrv F Mirlicll Co., riiUadelDhla, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. CHRISTMAS GREENS. S S Pennocl;-Moehan Co., Philadelphia. Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. CHRISTMAS PLANTS. Paul DeNave, Fall River, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. .CHRISTMAS SPECIALTIES FOR FLORISTS. M Rice & Co., Pliiladclphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. CHRISTMAS HOLLY AND GREENS; HOLIDAY FLOWERS. Henry M. Roliinson & Co., P.oston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. CHRISTMAS FLOWERING PLANTS, PALMS, FERNS, ETC. Godfrey Aschmann, Philadelphia. Pa. For page see List of Advertisers.. FLOWER POT COVER. Ever Ready Flower Pot Cover Co., Buffalo, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. (GALAX, FERNS, LEUCOTHOE, ETC. T J Rav & Co., Elk Park, N. C. For page' see List of Advertisers. GOLD FISH, AQUARIUMS, ETC. Bishop the Bird Man and Pioneer Gold Fish King. Baltimore, Md. For page see List of Advertisers. GREENHOUSE CONSTRUCTION, VENTILATING, ETC. Daniel Illtfe Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. ■HOLIDAY FLOWERS AND CHrTsT- MAS GREENS. Welch Bros.. Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. LILY^F THE VALLEY. Wm. Elliott & Sons, New York. N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. POTASH NOTE BOOK. German Kali Works, New York, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. ROSE "FLOWER OF FAIRFIELD'' EVER-BLOOMING CRIMSON RAMBLER. R. & .T. Farqnhar & Co., P.oston. Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. SELECT FERNS. F. R. Flerson, Tarrytown-on-Hndson. N. Y. For page see List of_Adve£tlsers^ SPIRAEA AND FORCING BULBS. .Joseph Preck & Sons. Corn.. Boston. For page_see List of Advertisers. SPECIAL GERANIUM OFFER. n Vincent. .Tr. & Sons Co.. Whitciharsh. Md. For pnire sec List of .Advertisers. Carl Jurgens. Carl Jursens, the far-famed lily ot the valley specialist and rose grower, died suddenly on November 2G. at his home in Newport, R. I. He had been about attending to his usual dutie.- until a short time ago when he got a cold which caused him to stay indoors as a precautionary measure, but his condition was not considered serious till he was suddenly affected wiih heart trouble and died in a short time. Mr. .Turgens was born in Holstein, Germany, in 1S44, served his florist apprenticeship in Hambufg, and worked at the trade tor some time in Paris, then in London, and ca.iie to \merica in 18C9, working at Astoria. L. I., for some time. He moved to Newport in 1871, when he Itiilt his first greenhouse there on Mill street, and established the business which he successfully conducted and conJnually Cari, .Turqe.ns extended up to the time of his death, his annual sales ot lily of the valley the past few years amounting to sev- eral million and other bulb flowers more than a million. He also grew large Quantities of roses, mostly Amer- ican Beauties and Kaiserins, which have long been noted for their high quality. Mr. Jurgens has the distinc- tion of having been the first to force lily of the valley commercially, aneter. .794 Renter S,J.&Son.775 Rice Bros 794 Rice, M. & Co. .784 Rickards Bros. ..791 Robinson & Co. .7.8.') Rock Wm. L. Co. 792 Roehrs Julius Co. 7,87-788 Roland. Thos 7.89 Rolker A.&Sons.S06 Rosens 796 Sander & Son. ..7.89 Schlegel & Pot- tier Co 791 Schmidt. .T. C...776 Schmltz F. W.0.7.SS Page Schultheis A 788 Schultz Jacob... 792 Scott, John 789 Sharp, I'artridge & Co 807 Sheridan W. P. .790 Siggers & Big- gers 807 Skidelsky & Ir- win 776 Slinn B. S., Jr. .790 Smith E. D.& Co.774 Smith W.&T.C0.776 Smyth Wm. J.. 792 Standard Plate Glass Co 807 Stearns A. T. Lumber Co 807 Stoothoff II. A. .805 Stumpii & Wal- ter Co 805 Syracuse I*ottcry Co 806 Tailby 793 Talmadge G. E..786 Page Thorburn J. M. >■« Co ..791 Totty Chas. H. .774 Valentine J. A. .792 \'icks Jas. Sous. 788 Vincent R. Jr. & Sous Co. ..775-791 Wallis Ed 775 Wants, For Sale. 803 Ward K. M.& Co.7S7 Wiiterer J.&Sons.776 Welch Bros. .783-704 Wilson 792 Winterson, E. F. Co 794 Wood Bros 775 Yokohama Nur-_ series 788 Young A. L 797 Young & Nugent. 792 Zangen O. V 791 Zlun Julius A... 793 Zvoianek A. C...791 Hospital on Nov. 15. He had con- ducted a florists establisliment for many years in Racine. Miss Anna Cronan. Miss Anna Cronan of Covington, Ky., died November 22 from ptomaine poisoning. Miss Cronan conducted a retail florists business in Covington. HELP WANTED Bernard Breckner. Bernard Breckner, one of the oldest members of the New York Cut Flower Exchange, died suddenly Sunday, Nov. 21, at his home at Bayside, I-.- 1. THE LATE H. F. A. LANGE. We would add to the notes on th'e death of H. F. A. Lange which we published in last week's issue that Mr. Lange was 62 years old, having been born in Hamburg, Germany, in 1847. His father was a florist in the old country. After being graduated from one of the German common schools when only 13 years old, Mr. Lange became apprenticed to a firm of gardenere tor a term of seven years. Having ac- quired proficiency in the art quicker than was usual he was graduated with honors in five years, and received his diploma as a professional florist. Mr. Lange concluded to follow his trade in America and came to this country in 1866. He came to Worces- ter in 1867 and took charge of a con- servatory owned by Dr. Benjamin F. Heywood. Three years later Mr. Lange entered into partnership with Dr. Heywood. In 1877 Mr. Lange leased the con- servatory upon his own account and conducted the establishment until 1882. In that year he purchased seven acres of land ar Grant Square. In less than a year he had put 5000 feet under glass besides erecting a substantial residence. For 35 years he has con- ducted a store on Main street and the greenhouses establishment has now grown to an area of 125,000 sq. ft. of glass. His two sons. Carl C. and Al- bert H.. who have been associated with him will continue the business. MISCELLANEOUS WANTS W.\NTED — Rose plants of any kind lln* seedling perennials, cheap. Melrose G«r den Co., 90 Melrose St.. Providence. B. 1 WANTED-A MAN — Or Woman — In every town sup- porting a florist, seedsman or nur- s e r y m a n, in the United States, to solicit subscriptions FOR. Horticulture Pleasant work and liberal pay make this a splendid means to add to your regular in- come. Write today for our exceptional offer. -Circulation Dept.- Horticulture Publishing Co. 1 1 Hamilton Place, Boston, Mass. WANTED- Jan. 1st. single man to take charge ot private conservatory, with good knowledge of foliage plants. Must be com- petent and well recommended. State age and enclose copy of references. Wages- $0U.00 monthly. Address M. C, care- HOKTICULTUKR. HELP WANTED— Man of all work to care for yard, small greenhouse, two horses, COM-, etc.; must be thoroughly competent, sober, and present good references; wagea $40 per month, with board and room. Ad- dress <:. B. Dlllev. Palestine, Tex. SITUATIONS WANTED orchid grower and gardener, thoroughly experienced man, able and willing to work up a collection for any lady or gentleman requiring my services. Good knowledge of stove, greenhouse plants, M- clalilc garden and lawn. First class testimonials. Address Gardener, Box 114, Secaucus. X^^^^^ .Icrsey. SITUATION WANTED— Carnation, violet t;rower; general stock; good references. .1 P. Hersey, 725 South St.. Roslindale, Mass. FOR SALE FOR 8AI.K— Special IB i 18 «nd 1« x M double thick glass In "A" «nd "B" qn»lV ties. Put now and save money. Write PARSHEI.SKY BHOTHERS, INC.. H Montnise Ave., Brooklyn. N. Y. FOR SALE — Greenhouse property, with- stock and all; 12.000 sq. ft. glass, 1 LS room house, 1 5-room house with all improve- ments; a nice big store front; good retail trade; established 15 years; acre of grouud, with lot on main street. 7710 Loralu Ave., Cleveland. Ohio. ~BOILEK FOR SALE— Small return tubu- lar. In good condition. Good for small power-plant or greenhouse. For particu- lars write or call "Engineer," 11 Hum- phreys Street, Dorchester. Mass. FOR SALE — Hinsdale, 111., E. C. Crosby greenhouse plant, running order. 4.".OnO ft. of glass 20.000 carnations, etc., 10 acres, 1 house. 2 cottages. 3 barns, 2 cisterns and village water; value $25.0IH). for $10,000 If taken at once; might divide; 30 minutes from Chicago. 804 HORTICULTURE December 4, 1909 Tobacco Paper IS THE STRONGEST, BEST PACKED, EASIEST APPLIED. 24 sheet* $ 0.75 144 sheet* 3.50 288 aheet* 6.50 1728 *heeU 35.10 "NICO-FUME Furnishes the Most Nicotine for the Money ... Hanufactured bj ... THE KENTUCKY TOBACCO PRODUCT CO., LoulSTlIlc, Ky. »' LIQUID OVER 40% NICOTINE By far the CHEAPEST. JUST NOTr PRICE! Pint $ 1.50 •/i Gallon 5.50 Gallon 10.50 5 Gallon* 47.25 PHILADELPHIA NOTES. Ralph Shrigley, late with Niessen, has joined forces with Samuel Lilley. Howard Earl will make his winter quarters this year at the Continental, the house where the Prince ot Wales used to stop. Philip Freud, of Michell's seed :8tore, has been particularly happy in this year's window displays. An air- ship model and Japanese air plants are the main theme. Godfre> Oschman reports large Christmas plant orders and is already nearly booked up to the limit. An im- portant municipal contract froim Bal- timore swelled la.st Friday's engage- ments. Papa Green, at the P.-M. Co.'s place, had a bad spell Thanksgiving Day and had to be taken to the Medico-Chi Hospital, where he did not recover consciousness until next day. At this writing he is reported to be getting along all right again. Joseph Hurley, late superintendent on the Paul estate at Radnor, is now in charge of the Hunter place at Haverford. The latter is a new estab- lishment and expensive landscape and building operations have been going on there for the past year or more. Edward Reid claims that all the troubles of the grower and wholesaler at the present time come from over- production. He cites as an instance the dose of bad medicine the lily of the valley men got a few years ago, and points to the normal and the re- sultant healthy conditicu rf that mar- ket now. M. Rice & Co. report an unusual de- mand for Christmas specialties, par- ticularly in the way of beech sprays and red ribbons and red baskets. Their five floors of florists' supply goods are at present an inspiring sight and the Christmas buyer is sim- ply overwhelmed in wonder and ad- miration. Among our visitors this week were the distinguished, debonair and hand- some Captain Lynch of West Grove, and the versatile and industrious Par- ker Thayer Barnes of Harrisburg, also H. Holmes of the Holmes Seed Co., HaiTisiburg, Pa. The faithful, fruitful and faultless Edwin Lonsdale, reported all well from Salt Lake— on his way to Oalifornia. Andoria Nuseries' business has been increasing so rapidly that addi- tional room has lately been acquired in the Whitemarsh Valley. The new addition is near the Spring Mill sta- tion of the Reading's Schuylkill Val- ley branch, and has been known here- tofore as the "Jerry Comfort Farm." We congratulate Mr. Harper on this evidence of well-won prosperity. To make the nursery business pay and grow takes men of the highest ability. J. Otto Thilow, chairman of the Florists' Club essay committee, re- ports that the subject for the monthly meeting, Dec. 7, will be: "The Follies of 1908-9— Will they be repeated in 1910?" by C. H. Fox. January, Ed- ward A. Stroud; February, Adolph Fahrenwald; March, Albert M. Herr. Subjects of the latter three will be announced later. We think the new committee shows commendable spirit in planning four months ahead, and congratulate them on getting such able speakers. OUR NATIONAL FRUIT. By James Handley, Quincy, III. (Dedicated to tlie Natiou.il Apple Show, Spoliime, Wash.) How graud are the scenes wheu sweet spring is unfolding. And loveliest pictures are opened to Yiew; And shilling in splendor for eyes then be- holding The forests and fields roljes of beauty renew. Then warmly we welcome the songsters of morning. When singing glad praises at advent of spring; M'hcn i)uds and bright blossoms the or- chard adorning, .\waUeiiing our hopes of harvest to bring. The red, rosy apple, the bright-golden apple. The ripe, luscious apple, of all fruits the king. The fading of bloom when fultilling its mission, Gives speed to our toil in the light of good cheer. Inspiring our zeal for fullest fruition. For picking in days when harvest is near. We gather the fi-nits with an exquisite pleasure. In tasting its flavor how closely we cling; And sending to othei-s rich gain of our treasure, We echo the chorus and gleefully sing: The red, rosy apple, the brigbt-golden apple, The ripe, luscious apple, of all fruits the icing. We choose the sweet bloom for the flower of our nation. To reign with our banners where'er un- furled, And rnlin;; o'er homes from the power of its station, The light of its blessings will shine through the w-orld. And, rising in heights of grandest promo- tion. The sway ot its scepter will speed on the way. Till all o'er the land and far o'er the ocean In strains of sweet music its cadence will sing: The red, rosy apple, the bright-golden apple, The ripe, luscious apple, of all fruits the king. — Southern Orchards and Homes. ABOUT INFESTED PLANTS. Editor HORTICULTURE. Dear Sir: — As a retail florist for the past several years I have always made it a rule to buy my stock of plants twice each year from whole- salers who have the highest reputa- tion and whose prices are not always the lowest, but still I keep getting disappointed and discouraged from the fact that instead of obtaining stock free from disease and insect pests, in about two weeks after I re- ceive such stock trouble develops so that a continuous battle has to be waged until I either di-spose of such stock or throw them in the trash pile. It seems to me that in the florist busi- ness like every other business nowa- days, the little dog has to bear all the woes and troubles of life while the big dog can wag his tail and lay the blame where it doesn't properly be- long and continue to foist the same inferior stock on the unsuspecting buyer who has yet not learned the way of crookedness or deceit, but who learns to his grief, about the time he expects to begin to realize on his purchase, that the plants are unsale- able from the fact that the germ- laden plants have had about time to develop Mr. Scale in his different shapes, kinds and habits and, as to White Fly, Mealy Bug and some new ones not yet gotten properly named, he is up against the real thing, with- out any apparent relief or sympathy and only rebuke from his customers, who when they do buy a plant, expect it to be perfect in every detail and often require a guarantee as to its health and condition generally. I would like to have your opinion as to who should bear the loss when such Infested stock is sent out and what is the remedy for such prac- tices. The little dog is thoroughly tired of suffering for the misdeeds of the big dog. Yours truly, Roanoake, Va. PATRICK FOY. Mr. Foy has surely run into a streak of misfortune. The introduc- tion of injurious bugs into any flor- ist's place is a crime meriting severe punishment, and the bigger the dog the bigger the club should be. It would be a plan worth trying, to ship the plants back to the place from whence they came, with a bill for the board of the bugs during the time the plants were on the place. Other- wise never buy any more goods from the offending party, and in the mean- time seek a remedy among the many excellent insecticides advertised in every issue of HORTICULTURE.— (Ed.) December 4, 1909 HORTICULTURE 805 Drlsd, screened and packed In bags of 100 lbs. each. PULVERIZED SHEEP MaNURE PURE UNIFORM RELIABLE A strong and quick acting manure, highly recommended for carnationB and chryEanthemums. SHREDDED CATTLE MANURE EAST TO HANDLE AND A PPLI Stronger and better In erery war tbaa rough manure. liasts raue^ longer on the benches. Unequalled fti» mulching and feeding roses, llquf manuring and mixing with bench an4 potUng soil. Used by all the largeat (rowers. Ask Your Supply Man or Writ© Ub for Circulars and Prices. THE Pulverized Manure Co. 31 Union Stflck Yards CHICAGO KILMDEAD Thebestofallj!; m. iiA Dusting or lumi^atiii^ m^^C&G//e/w SO Barclar St. New YorlL Which Spray Pump^ ^^^^^^" BhAll TOO bay?BDVthe Spray Pump that tally meets the demandB of the Govermnent Agri cnltaraJ Bcientletsand all practi- cal Prult Growers. These pumps are widely known as DEmiNG SPRAYERS and are made In 23 styles for nse In small gardens or Immense orchards. Write for oar 1909 catalog with Bprayine Chart. Add i cents post- age ana recelTe "Spraying ibr Fnflt." a asettil snide book. Gj<4<{US J. JAdtR GO, Ill-ISJ FraaUtaM.. BM«*a SPRAYED AGRICULTURAL LIME Especially prepared tor the soil. All ready to apply with drill or otherwise. It is fine, dry, pure, bulky, and cheap. Results guaranteed. Ask your fer- tilizer dealer or write CALEDONIA MARL CO., Caledonia, N. Y. OUR ANNUAL SPECIAL Will be Istued December II The best and most far reaching Advver- tising medium of the year. Has highest purchasing power behind it. A business proposition pure and simple. Send Advertising Copy EARLY. Air, food and water are no more necessary to the life and health of man than are nitrogen, hosphoric acid and TASH to all Fruits and Flowers Healthy stuck, resistant to luiigus disease and insects, are essentially dependent on plenty of Potash in the fertilizer. Balance your fertilizer with Potash and make it a complete plant food, for pi I, P{,i,o Ourncvi Farmer's Ne/e Booi isM\ of bandy l Olaall I ays information and contains list of books in our F.irtners Free Ltbrary. which covers your branch of horticul- tun-. Send for ii FREE. GERMAN KALI WORKS, 93 Nassau St.. New York Cbicago— Monadnock Block Atlanta, Ga.— 1224 Candler Bnilding New Chicago Sprayer This sprayer Is ma.de of aluminum w ith two brass plates, one fln«, one coarse. These are easily removed and quickly cleaned. Spraying face 4V4 Inches wide, nozzle 6% Incbea long; % Inch pipe connec- tions. These sprayers will never wear out and are said by users t« be the finest on the market Send to us for testimonials from growers using them. Price $2.50 Each EU U««m4> 2^6-78 Wabash Ave., • ri« nuni, cwcago, m. PRjV.-rT"S SCALECIDE Will positively destroy SAN JObE SCALE and all soft bodied sucking insects without injury to the tree. Simple, more effective and cheaper than Lime Sulphur. Not an experiment. One pallon makcB IB to 20 gallons spra; by eimi.l^ adding water. Send for Booidet,."Orcha^ Insurance," B. G. PRATT CO.. 50 CHURCH ST.. H€W YORK Cmf. The Best BugKilleraiM] Bloom Saver For PROOF Write to P.R.PatettrorpeCo OWENHORO, IT. 0 Olcuii JHU ^0 are easy to kill with The Fumigating Kind Tobacco Powder All our bags have our guarantee tag on the bag, reading "Satisfaction or Money Back," and this trade marlQ $3.00 per bag 100 lbs. It costs 1 5 cts. to thoroughly fumigate a house 100x25. We sell direct to the grower. The H. A. Stoothoff Co. Mount Vernon, N. Y. MAKE THE FARM PAY | Complete Home Sludy Courses in Agriculture. HonicuIlur«. rioricullure. Landscape Oardening. Foreslry. Poulir-y Culture. and Veterinary Science under Prof Brooks of the Mass. Agricultural College. Prof. Craig of Cornell University, and other eminent teachen. Over one hundred Home Study Cours« under "•^f Bn>ok« ■'''' professors in leading Colleges. THc HOME CORRESPONDENCE SCHOOL I Dept. H. A- Spring/ield. Ma*a. | 806 HORTICULTURE. IJecember 4, 1909 proic 99 HEWS STANDARD POTS =|"wbRLDS LARGEST MANUFACTURERS] POT MAKERS FOR 140 YEARS Pearson Street, LONG ISLAND CITY, N. Y« WRITE FOR CATALOGUE AND DISCOUNTS A. H. HEWS & CO., Inc. CAMBRIDGE, MASS. 452-460 No. Branch St^ CHICAGO, ILI. BUSINESS CHANGES. Fond du Lac, Wis.— Bush & Broome have purchased the Boulay green- houses. Pine Brook, N. J.— P. J. Schroeder has leased the plant of F. A. & E. J. Chapin. EVER READY FLOWER POT =COVERS= The best and cheapeal Pot Cover now on '' the market. New Reduced Price List. To fit 4 in. Pots ** " 5 ■' *' " " 6 " " Per doz. $i.oo I.IO I 20 1-35 i.6o 1.85 2.IO 2-35 Per loo $7.00 8.00 g.oo 10 00 12.00 14 00 16 00 18.00 Order now. C vers can be had in pink, green, white and red. Specify whether you wish Covers to fit stan- dard, ^ or J4 size pots. Only five cnts in stamps sent will bring prompt re- sponse of a sample Cover by mail wilfi all details of size ind colors. EVER READY FLOWER POT COVER CO. W. H. GIIEVE8. Minaser. 146 Hughes Avenue, - - BUFFALO, N. Y. Price per crate isootin pots in crate $4.88 igoo2H ** 5-25 iSooa>i " 6.00 10003 " " ^.oo 800 3J4 " " 5.80 5004,, " " 4.'io 4S6 4'4 5.24 3x0 s " *■ 4-'ii MOSK 3.7» STANDARD FLOWER POTS Packed in •mall ciatu, easy to handle. Price per crate 144 6 in. pots in crate $3.16 1207 " '* 4.20 608 '* " 3.00 HAND MADE 48 9 in. pots in crate $3.60 48 10 " " 4.80 24 II " " 3.60 24 la " " 4.80 12 14 " " 4.80 6i5 " " 4.50 Seed pans, same price as pots. Send for price list of Cylinders for Cut flowers, Hanging Baskets, Lawn Vases, etc. Ten per cent . ofi for cash with order. Address HUflnger Bros., Potterj, Fort Edward JJ.Y. August Rolker i Sont. Act*. •! Barclajr St. H. V. City. Syracuse Red Pots ALL THE STANDARD SIZES It will soon be time to order large pots for (all potting. We have a full line of the best. SYRACUSE, N. Y Syracuse Pottery Co., r-STANDARD FLOWER — If your greenhouses are within 500 miles of the Capitol, write us, we can save you money. W. H. ERNEST — 2«tli * M Sts., Washington, D. C. —J imerican FIowe Ho. Top. 1 \3'yi 2 UH 3 16 4 19 5 21 6 25 7 255. rand Tree Tub, Deep Price 12 $1.00 14 1.25 16 1.50 18 2 00 20 3 00 22 4.00 24 5.50 jdenware Mfg.Cfl legel & Fottler B The AmericatiWo TOLEDO Sold by Sch Co., Boston, Mass. GREENHOUSES BUILDING OR CONTEMPLATED. New Orleans, La.— P. Kaul, one house. West Union, la.— Mrs. Whorley, one house. Baldwinsville, Mass.— Gerry Blodgett, house, 20x150. Washington, D. C— C. P. Grose, house, 18x110. Concord, N. H. — Hermon Belles, one house 15 X 75. Lexington; Ky.— Keller Bros., two houses, 30x300. Collender Point, Conn. — H. C. Fleit- man, one house. Eaglehead, Mass. — Roberts & Hoare, one house 22x75. Cincinnati, Ohio. — Edward Sauto, two houses, 20x100. Bloomington, III. — Phoenix Nursery Co., one house, 18x227. Dayton, Ohio. — Miami Floral Co., five rose houses, 32x240. Bay Shore, L. I., N. Y.— H. L. Pat- they, six carnation houses, 18x130. Great Barrington, Mass. — F. S. Pearson, Edgewood Farm, house, 75 feet long. Dayton Ohio. — Mrs. Haschke, house, 14x125. The Advance Floral Co., house, 44x130. New Orleans, La.— Chas. Eble, three houses; Abele Bros., an asparagus house, 20x100. Knoxville, Tenn. — C. L. Baum, one house, 20x112 feet, for asparagus, and one lose house, 28x125. PATENTS GRANTED. 940,678. Automatic Pipe Coupling. Frank C. Doane and Fred E. Ceeder, Spcfeane, Wash. 940,854. Lawn Mower. Adelbert B. Case, Springfield, Mass. 941,091. Weeder. Francis M. New- land, Alger, Ohio. 941,150. Hose and Pipe Coupling. Sven M. .lohnson, Chicago, 111. 941,258. Fruit Picker. John R. .John- son, Louisville, Ky. Wm. Elliott & Sons, New York, held their last plant auction sale Tuesday, Nov. 29th, after a very satisfactory season. The advance duty on roses to four cents "specific" does not seem to have put a damper on their sale. OUR ANNUAL SPECIAL Will be Issued December 11 The best and most far reaching Adver- tising medium of the year. Has highest purchasing power behind it, A business proposition pure and simple. NEWS NOTES. Boston. — Dan Iliffe, the greenhouse construction and heating expert, has moved his office from Washington street, north, to 72 Pearl street. Send Advertising Copy EARLY. South Deerfield. — Ralph J. Bruce of Springfield, Mass., has purchased the estate of the late John H. Ockington. He intends to conduct an up-to-date nursery and flower farm. Bolivar, N. Y.— A. C. Rickerson of Bradford has purchased the C. J. Dougherty house and three acres of land on North Main St. in Bolivar, for $1300. He will erect three green- houses, each 20x100. Portland, Mich. — Fred Marquart. who has been connected with the hor- ticulture and forestry departments of the JI. A. C, is about to form part- nership with Mrs. Deana Dingman. A greenhouse which will cost $1,000 is now being erected. DREER'S FloriNt ■ pertalties. New Brard New Style. Hose 'KIVKKIO^'' Furnished in lenghts up to 500 ft. without seam or 'he HOSE for the FLORIST '/(.inch, per ft., 15 c. Reel of 560 ft., " 1454c. 2 ReeU, loooft.," 14 c. J^-inch, " 13 c. Reels, 500 ft., " i2S4c. Couplings furnished. hENRV A. DREER. 714 Chestnut St., Phiij^delphia, Pa. A STIC A FOR i>; / ( - -- feenl|ouseqiazm^ I^USE IT NOW. ^^F.fl.PJERCECO. 12 W.BROADWAY NEW YORK riaatlca Is elastic and tenacious, admits of ex- pansion and contraction. Putty becomes hard and brittle. Broken glass more easily removed without breaking of other glass a« occurs with bard putty. Lasts longer than i utty. Easy t* apply. FLORICULTURE! Complete Home Study Course in praclical Flon culture under Prof Craig and Prof Batcbelder oi Cornell University. Course includes Greenhouse Construction and Managemect and the gn.wmg o( Small Fruils an*1 VegeUbles as well ai Flouet- Under Class PeraoTuI iTvst'niclvona. Expert Aditcr 3S0 race caraLOOUC ra(c_ wsiTiro-oat . Th« HOME CORRESPONDENCE SCHOOL D»pt. H- F, Springftgid, Mw. j DANlELnriFFE Greenhouse Construction, Heat- ing, Ventilating ard Supporlirg. Plans and Specifications Furnished. 72 Pearl Street, Boston Residence, South Weym ulh, Mass. December 4, 1909 flORTICULTURi: 807 KROESGHELL BOILER MADE OF FIRE BOX FLANGE PLATE Can not Crack Witer Space in Front, Sides and Baci( The Mest Popuiar Boiier Made SEND FOR CATALOGUE. KROESGHELL BROS. GO. 466 Erie St., CHICAGO, ILL. Breiytblnx for OreenhooBe BnlldlBg Write for Infor- mation and prlres In Widths from 14 feet o inches to 54 feet o inches. Withont posts. KINO TRUSS SASH BAR HOUSES. IRON GUTTERS AND EAVES. IRON AND CYPRESS BENCHES. VENTILATING MACHINERY. KING CONSTRUCTION CO. NOBTH TONAWANDA, N. Y. The Advance is the machine that is superior to them all. It is the easiest operated. It will outlast twoother makes, because it is built right and of the best material, in fact tliere is no wearing out part in it, be- cause it is built that way. We ha^e one price which we give to all. Send us your trial order, we know that you will be pleased with our machine. The Advance Co. RICHMOND. IND. SASH BARS 32 feet or longer HOT BED SASH PECKY CYPRESS BENCH LUMBER CYPRESS GREENHOUSES ERECTED AND EQUIPPED COMPLETE IF DESIRED Wrtte tor Circular "D" and Prices The 'A. T. STEARNS LUMBER CO. NEPONSET, BOSTON, MASS. STANDARD PLATE GLA55 CO. Hanufacturers— Importers — Jobbers NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY FRENCH OR AMERICAN GREENHOUSE GLASS LOWEST PRICES ON REQUEST 26-30 Sudbury St. BOSTON, flASS. 61-63 Portland St. GLASS Our Specialty Can interest ynu with our prices all the time; we ask you to write us. "Result," "Satisfaction." Sharp, Partridge & Co., Chicago, III. BOSTON PLATE & WINDOW GLASS CO. GREENHOUSE GLASS ''ll.r.lo^li'' 261 to 287 A Street BOSTON 20 to 22 Canal Street MANUFACTURERS OF GREENHOUSE MATERIAL — VENTILATING APPARATUS — PUTTY J°°'"^''^ '^ GREENHOUSE GLASS — BOILERS — PIPE — FITTINGS We carry on hand everything necessary for the complete Erecting, Heating, Ventilating or Repairing of Greenhouses. Let us quote you. Write to us about your Material and Plans for any size and style of GREENHOUSE for Dfrw structure or repairs. Hot Bed Sash In stocl! or any size required. Peclcy Cypress Benches most lasting and least expensiye. The Foley Mfg. Go. Western Ave. and 26th St. CHICAGO, - ILL. Send your business direct to Washington. Saves time and insures bettsr service. Personal attention guaranteed. Twenty-five years' active service. SPECIALTY: "Working on the Failure ol Others." SIGGERS & SIGGER8 PATENT LAWYERS Boz 9, National Union Building Washington, D. C. Holds Glass Firmly See the Point »^ PEERLESS OlAzlne Points ue ihebeik. No nghis or lefts. Box oT 1.000 poiDU lb cu. po.tp.lcl. HENRY A. DREEB. 714 ChMtBDt St., Phtl.., Pk. GLASS Greenhouse and Hot Bed sizes OUR SPECIALTY IMMENSE STOCK Plate and Mfitxdo-w Glass Write for Our Prices PARSHELSKY BROS., Inc. 59 Montrose Ave., BROOKLTN, N. T. In ordering goods please add it in HORTICULTURE." 'I saw IRON PIPE Second Hand Suitable for all greenhouse purposes, steam, water, gas or oil, also for fences or posts. All sizes. Prices low. GEO. B. OOANE & SON CO. 18 Midway St., Boston, Mass. Telephone. Main 4419 SREENHOUSE CONSTRUCTION LMBER John C. Moninger Co. 117 E. Btackhawk St., CHICAQO. The FLORISTS' HAIL ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA, insurer of 32,500,000 sq. ft. of §:la8S. For particulars address John C.Esler,Sec'y,Saddle River, N.J. 808 HORTICULTURi:- December 4, 1909' OUR. CAST IRON CENTRE GUTTERS Not cast of brittle stove plate iron — but high grade, tough iron. Are not crcoked — are cast smooth and straight. Lengths of 8 feet 4 inches, making it necessary to use only half the posts re- quired with the shorter gutters that are on the market. Every gutter of ours is equipped with roof bar brackets which stiffen the roof and prevent bar end rot. Wiite for pric»s. Hitchings & Company Detigning & Sales Offices General Offices & Factory 1 1 70 Broadway, N. Y. Elizabeth, N. J. I A L€a]n=to HoMse Is Cheaper To BiiiiM In For example, il you have a retaining wall or building with a southern exposure, against which you can build the lean-to, the expense of the north side is done away with. There was a root cellar wall here which was carried up a few feet to give height enough for the right roof slant. It is 50 feet long and has two benches. It is Sectional Iron Franne Construction which is a guarantee for its lightness and durability. Built with our Curved Eave they make decidedly good looking houses. Whether you want a lean-to, or whatever kind of house you want, it's good business sense to have us fill your want. Irvington-on-Hudson, N. Y. New York St James Bldg. Boston Tremont BIdg. Philadelphia Heed BIdg Chicago The Rookery ABOUT ITS RIGIDITY A house may be rigid to start with, but will it stay rigid — which is the same thing as asking, is it enduriog ? Listen : All cypress core bars are dipped in a chemical preservative, and the portion exposed to the moisture of the house is incased in steel — every roof bar then becomes a rigid rafter— resulting in increased strength and decreased shade. Just as a circular piece of pipe is stronger than a square one, so is a U-Bar curved eave stronger than one spliced at that point. It is undoubtedly the house of greatest endurance and greatest lightness. The ideal construction for private estates, parks, public institutions and florists' showrooms. U-BAR GREENHOUSES PIERSON DESIGNERS and BUILDERS U-BAR CO. I MADISON /^^,NEW YORK. PUBUfriED EVERY S/raDA&il^JAMI!|QNPLACE.BOSraN. MASS. HORTICULTURE December 11, 1909 STEPPING STONES TO FORTUNE The Rice Stepping Stones of twenty-five years successful business and honorable achievement — "Step- ping Stones of our past selves to higher things " — are not merely that. They are a!so the trodden steps to fortune for countless thousands who follow the banner: RICE STANDARD Says Emerson: " Let aman make a steam engine or a lead pencil better than any other in the world — and the tread of humanity will make a beaten track to his habitation, even should he live in an untrodden wilder- ness." A recognition of that truth, and constant effort for something better all the time explains in a measure RICE SUCCESS No one ever become a leader in his chosen field who always waited for the other fellow to do something and then copied. The Rice originals have had copies without limit; but unfor- tunately for the copiers tbey have always been a year or two behind the times. "To win Dame Fortunes Golden smile Assiduous wait upon her, And gather gear by every wile That's justified by honor." To do something better than they have ever done before ; to work honorably, faithfully and assiduously for the the florists of America, that's the Rice slogan and the Rice principle. SEND FOR CATALOG CHIFFON SPECIAL Dec. 1 1 to Dec. 20 Only Good news for chiffon users — their name is legion — everybody now uses this indispensable adjunct of the florist's business! A fortunate deal with a foreign manufacturer war- rants this most unusual offer! The importation has just arrived and is offered without reserve to first comers: — 4 INCH @ 214 CENTS PER YARD 6 INCH @ 31/4 CENTS PER YARD 10 INCH @ 61/4 CENTS PER YARD For orders received up to and including December 20th, 1909 — subject unsold. All orders will be filled strictly in rotation. Quality— the usual Rice standard— the best — firm texture and artistic colors. Can furnish in White, Pink (light and dark), Lavender, Violet, Purple, Nile, Moss Green, Yellovsr and Red. Pieces contain about 35 yards. M. RICE & CO. LEADING FLORISTS' SUPPLY HOUSE Of America 1220 RACE STREET Phila. December 11, 1909 HORTICULTURE- 809 GERANIUMS SPECIAL OFFER for immediate shipment. For J25.00 cash we will send the folbwing collections of 1325 plants, in Zonals, Ivy Leaved, Fan- cy and Scented. This makes a complete assortment, acd every one the best in its class. Do not ask us to stnd part of this oider at this price. 50 each of the following 20 varieties Zonal Oeranlums, TOOO In all.' Alphonse Pictrd, Anais Sfpalas. Beaute Poitevine, Col. Th 'mas, ouiin Jatiie, }■ It uve Blanc, Jean Olierlee, Jules Vasstur, Le Cid, Mitie Lppoitt Ei«quit, M. A. Koseleur, Marq. de Calellane, Mme. Barney, Mme. Buchner, vim-. Jaulin, Mme. Landry, Mrs. Lawrence Peter Hendeis-on, Pres Baillet,S.A.NuU. 20 each of the following Ivy Leaved Qeranlums, 100 In all. Ballade, Corden Glory, Dina Scalarandis, L'Eleganta, Ry- cro't's Surprise. 20 each of the following Variegated Qeranlums, 100 in al . Masterpiece, Mountain of Snow, Mrs. Pollock, Silver Leaf S. A. Nun, Sophie Dumaresque. 10 each of the following Scented Qeranlums, 100 In all. Apple, Balm, Capitaium, Clorinda, Dale Park Beauty, Kutmeg, Quercifolium, kadula Major, Rose, Schjiteshampet. 25 Pansy Geraniums. NEW GERANIUMS PRICE LIST NOW READY R. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., white marsh, md. CARNATIONS Field Grown Plants Per 100 Per loco Pres. Scelye, ist size $6.00 $40.00 White Law5on, tst size 5 00 40.00 Pink L««Son, 2d size 4.00 MISCELLANEOUS Per loo 5tevla Compacta, field grown, $6.00 Asp^rasus Hluir OBa» ftom ■ % in. pots >* .00 " " 3 '< " 6 uo S«nd for Catalogue of Roses, cwn root and grafted, and other miscellaaeous stock. WOOD BROTHERS FISHKILL, N.Y. PEONIES Send for nur list. The very choicest CommereWl Varieties. FIELD CARNATIONS Pu e White Enchantress Afterglow, Winona, Winsor, splendid plant., $6 per 100, $50 per 1000 THE E, G. HILL GO,, Rictimond, Indiana. THE CONSTANT A New Seed'ing Carnaiioo of Wonderful Merit. Will be offered lo the irade in Februay, 1910. For descnpiinn. price, eic , see " HoKi icultuke," issue of November 6th. CC r/\Dr\ Florists Supplies, I Est • 9. rUKLf ^ovcltits, Etc. i iSbi P 0. eox4ii5. West Park. Phila., Pa. CARNATIONS F. DORNER & SONS CO. LaFayette, Ind. Oeraniums S. a. NuU, Kicard, Perkins. Buck ner. Ji.oo per 100 Curnaiions Fmha tre-s, $1.50 per. 100. Ho-ion Market. Ked Spoil. $1.00 per 100. D .uhl White PMunla. Hardy Pir ks. VincaVaf , SalvU Bonfiie, 75c. per 100. Ag«T- nlum L"bcli«K Mai'ar- ,6oc.perioo. Scotti F«»rns. $1.00 per 100. AqullegidS, Coreopsis Dizi alis. Svee> Wil iums, Pansles Giant K*rizF, 50c. p^r 100. EDWAF^D WaLLIS, Atro. M.J. HERBERT, ATGO, N.J. DAHLIAS Every Day In the Year Come and gee Sbnsta grow\aK. and be oonvlDoed that It U the (reateat monex making curunilini lu slsht today. Id i>oint of fr«-edoni It excella any raiiety e»er Intrixluced. CunieH umre liuds right now than moat varieties priMluce lu a whole season. The qinillly Is there, too. High score everywhere. 89 |«>lut8 at tb« A. C. S. meet last January. Can be seen at either Indlauapolls or Tewksbury. Booking orders novr for Jan. delivery J12.00 per lUO; $100.00 per 1000. PATTEN & CO. Tewksbury, Mass. BAUR & SMITH Indianapolis, - Ind. New, brilliant, glistening pink carnation for J9J0 $12.00 per lOO. $100.00 per lOOO A. C. BROWN, CHICAGO CARNATION CO. Jpringfi Id. III. Joliet, UI. A New Seedling Carnation :: light pink, overlaid with a deep rose pir.k, ihe color exiending over the plals from the center almrstiothe (dge. Ihe most attractive Novelty for 1910. $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per lOOO. ^ a.jji^''- Joliet, m. Chicago Carnation Co., MARY TOLMAN A NEW LIGHT PINK CARNATION FOR 1910 A. E. HUNT & CO. Evanston, III. $12.00 per 100. $100.00 per 1000. CHICAGO CARNATION CO., HUNT BROS.. Joliet, III. Park Ridge, III. A new carnation of grtal picniisc lor iciio. Cltar, pItaMng pink, tvny one v?ho has seen this vaiiet> likts it. $12.00 per 100, $100.00 per 1000. CHAS. KNOPF FLORAL CO. S. J. REUTER & SON, Inc. Richmond, Ind. Westerly, R. I. PEACOCK'S PEERLESS DAHLIAS RCI n DOOT^ J^ck Rofe, Fringed 20th Century, Cl^U t\VJyJ I J, ko^e P nk Centuiy, Viiginia n^ule, Big Chief. $3.50 per doz., $25.00 per ico. B<.si cut flower sorts, $1 00 per doz., $5.00 per TOO. PEACOCK DAHLIA FARMS, 7tf^^!?o^.fn-? Prices Quoted In these Columns are for Dealers Onlv. When Wrltine; to Advertisers Please Mention HORTICULTURE. 810 HORTICULTURE December U. 1909 MOT FOR THE HOLIDAYS ONLY BUT EVERY DAY Throughout the Entire Year Send to JULIUS ROEHRS CO. RUTHERFORD, N.J. For Palms and Decorative Foliage and Flowering Plants Orchids and Bay Trees Largest and Most Perfect Stock on the American Continent Decenjber. U, .1909 HORTICULTURE 811 m ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ Many People Of Many Minds I 1^ Can all be supplied with ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ CHRYSANTHEMUMS from one source. We grow all the best for the many purposes. To the inexperienced we are always pleased to offer suggestions. Novelties and Standard Sorts — As You Like Tlient. ELMER D. SMITH & CO. ADRIAN, MICHIGAN 1^ 1^ ^WWn^WWWWWWf^WWWf^WWWWi^WWfliWWf^Wf!'^ Lily of the Valley Clumps EXTRA STRONG 6 to I J pips. For immediate delivery. $10.00 per 100 90.00 per 1000 Skidelsky (Sb Irwin Co., 121S Betz BIdg., PHILA.. PA. ROBERT CRAIG CO. ROSES, PAms, and Hovelties In DecoratlTe Plants MARKET .nd 49th STREETS.. PHILADELPHIA, PA. LEESLEY BROS. Ornamental Trees, Shrubs and Hardy Plants Wholesale Catalrguc Free Upon Application H. 401h and Peterson *ve., CHICAGO. ILL. PANSY PLANTS From my well-known strain, none bet- ter; also DAISIES (bellis) and FOR- GET-ME-NOT, fine plants, $2.00 per 1000. LETTUCE GRAND RAPIDS, BIG BOSTON, $1.00 per 1000. J. C. SCHMIDT, BRISTOL, PA. JOHN WATERER & SON, Ltd. American Nursery Bagshot, Englanil Are Specialists In the REALLY HARDY VARIETIES of Rhododendron Hybrids and in Select Varieties of Hardy Border Plants American Grown Roses Fruit and Ornamental Trees, Shrubs, Small Fruits, Clematis, Evergreens. Write for Trade List. W. & T. SMITH CO. Geneva. N. Y. HOLLAND NURSERIES Best Hardy Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Conifers, Clematis, H. P. Roses, Shrubs, and Herba- ceous Plants. P. OUWERKERK, "i/o°5i.'i.^:2r.i"/r- A SPECIALTY TheDlngae&ConardCo.weme Box Trees u>d other EVERGREENS *»• Tubs >° ^|> APHINE is used at an average strength of 1 part to 40 parts of water— ?|f (I) full directions on each can. Price $2.50 per gallon. W nS W iiv APHINE is now on sale in New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington, Boston, Rochester, ^|^ iiv Buffalo, Detroit, Chicago, St. Louis, Denver and San Francisco ; with negotiations pending for agencies in cjL'a ylv other cities in the United States and Canada. c|i /Is (ll\ If your house does not handle APHINE write us and we will send you name of W /^X our nearest selling agent. Sfy f f W MANUFACTURED BY W I GEORGE E. TALMADGE, Inc. | ^k MADISON, N. J. ^-^ APHINE is endorsed by the leading experts on insecticides. December 11, 1909 HORTICULTURE 81S Cocos Weddeliana A Splendid Holiday Plant. We are setiHirg out at the present time a splendid lot of Cocos Weddeliana, in 5-inch pots, at $1.00 each, perfect stock, of a rich dark green color, i8 lo 24 imhes hijih, just the sort of plants to appeal to your customer for house decoration. lYIay We Send You a Trial Lot of These? For a full and complete list of Seasonable, Decorative and other stock, see our current wholesale list. HENRY A. DREER 714 Chestnut St., PhiladeloHia. Pa. ( BEFORE YOU THINK Of Buying Elsewhere send for our list and quotations or, better s ill, come and lojk over (tur stock which is not ex- celled anywhere. A splendid assortment in all sizes of the best plants to grow on for the Chrisinias and E.ister trade. Lorraine B^goiia-, Poinsctiia-, Azaleas, Ferns, Gerislas, ttc. We have Just what you NEED. William W.Edgar Co.' WAVERLEY, MASS. J HEAGOCK'S PALMS Arec» LuresrenH Each 6 in. pot, 3 in pot, 21 to 26 in. high. $-'.75 6 in pot 3 in pot, 26 to 2? in, high i.co 7 in. pot, in pot, ^o to 3^ in. high 2.00 Co'os W»*dilelli»iia Pence 2% tn. pot 8 to 10 in. high $ 0.00 tH in. p t iotot2in high 15*00 Kt^ntla B'-lmi»p»ana Each la 5 in pot. 6 to 7 Ivs, 18 in. .Tco, $50.00 $6.00 6 in pot, ft 10 7 leaves, 22 to 24 in . . . - . i.oo 12. lO 7 in. p*>t or tub. ' to 7 leaves, 4 to 6 in. 2.50 30.00 9 in. tub. 0 to 7 leaves, *2 to 48 in. heavy 5 00 9 in. tub, 6 to 7 leaves, 4^ to 54 in heavy b.co Ma<1e-up Kentia For-teriana Each 7 in. pot 4 in pot, 34 to 46 in $2.53 7 in. pot. 4 in pot, -6 to 38 in 3-oo 9 in. tub. 4 in tub, 42 to 48 in 5-«> JOSEPH HEAC'lCK CO..Wyncote.Pa. CHRISTMAS PLANTS We have on hand an extra fine lot of JERUSALEVl CHERRIES which we offer at $2 and $3 a dozen. Cash wilh order please PAUL DE NAVE M S1521 39 Famhiin St., Fall Riv^r, Mass. NEW SEED PHOENIX ROEBELENl The oily seed to be offered. SANDER, 235 Broadway, Room I ReprssBtitative, T. MELLSTROM, New York AZALEAS Now in Bloom and Bud. Orders taken for Chri»:ma8 and Enter de- livery in the be»t commercial varie- ties. Bay and Box Trees, Euonymus. Eurya latl- f jlla. Araacir|a», *«pa agus, Adiantums. CroCong, ■ reca Ijtescens, Cocos, KeniUs, L.ianlis. Phoenix. Rubbsrs, Pand^nus "mill Ferns fr DIslies in the l>est sorts, as well as many other Decorative and Foliage Plants at Lowest Wbalesale Puces. A. LEUTHY & CO. PERKINS ST. NURSERIES R08LIN0ALE, BOSTON, MASS. FERNS FOR DISHES Assorted varieties, 3 in pots. $1.50 per 100, $30 per 1000 PRIMROSES 0BCONIC\ AND CHINESE Best strains, t^t in. pots. $3 per 100, $25 per 1000, Cash with order. FRANK OECHSLIN 911 QolncySt., - - CHICAGO, I CI,. O leO JH I 13 « We have change ' our domicil; from S caucus. N. J., to Mainar neck. New Y-Tk Wc are the largest cul- lecitjrs and imuorters 01 Orchids and wc .trc now book- ing order- for all commercial Caiilcyas for delivery next Spring. CARRILLO & BALDWIN, Mamironeck. New York, ORCHIDS and HybriditU im th» World Zander, St. Alban», EngUind and 23B Broadway, Room I NEW YORK CITY ORCHIDS! ORCHIDS ! A large and attractive l"l of established plants, also im- portations coming which we offer at advamaeeous prices. ORDONEZ BROS. 41 West 28th St.. New York City, and .'Mad son. N. J Ariived in fine condition Cnttleya Wnnierll, C. Il.irrlsniilne. C. Ga*- bellliiiiii. C. fl^:is 1 1:1 rMvM 11:1 tv|ie. ripmlro- liliiin rUiilneinipsU S>!in»e»Ierl:iiijt. OdoutO- glussiiiii luteu-pur[>tireiiiu sceptrum. 8CMU1T, N J. LAGER & HURRELL, TO BUYERS Patronize our advertisers, they will treat you ris:ht 814 HORTICULTURE December 11, 1909 Two Splendid ROSE NOVRLTIE^ Raised by JACKSON DAWSON NOW OFFERED FOR SALE FOR THE FIRST TIME LADY DUNCAN Rosa Wichura- iana f e r t i 1 ized with Rosa rugosa. Absolutely hardy. WINNER of the Silver Medal of the M a s s ac husetts Horticultural So- ciety 1900. One of the finest hardy ramblers ever raised. Ha3 the pros- trate long ram- pant growth of the mother, while the Rugosa blood shows in the foli- age, spines and flowers, the petals being a warm, lively pink and making a deli ghtful con- trast to the yel- low stamens. DAYBREAK Wichuraiana type, formerly known as seedling No 7 (Wichuraiana X The Dawson). A vigorous grower, profuse bloomer and easy forcer, foliage light yellowish green. Hardy as far north as Canada. Flowers single, in loosely pyramidal clusters. Color deep yellowish pink, a shade darker than Lady Duncan, slightly lighter tint towards centre. Stamens very bright orange. Flowers lull, round, cupped. See illustration of plant in issue of November 6. EVERY NURSERYMAN AND EASTER PLANT FORCER WILL -WANT THESE TWO NEW^ ROSES Stock limited, order now for prompt delivery. PRICES — Strong three-year-old plants, $1.00 each; $10.00 per dozen. We carry a very large stock of fine Conifers, Deciduous Trees and Shrubs and Hardy Herbaceous Perennials. EASTERN NURSERIES Henry S. Dawson, Mgr. JAMAICA PLAIN, MASS. December 11, 1308. HORTICUL T U R E 815 Notes From the Arnold Arboretum Among tlie new broad-leaved evergreens from West- ern China by far the most important in number as well as in horticultural importance are the Ehododendrons. Of the more than one hundred species now known from China, more than sixty have been described during the last fifteen years from Western China alone, a number which hardly anyone would have thought possible be- fore the botanical exploration of that country was begun. Almost all of them belong to the true Rhododen- drons, while of the Azalea section no new species has been introduced. Some of the more noteworthy are the following of which at least several can be expected to prove hardy at the Arboretum, as they have been col- lected at high altitudes, in some cases at elevations of ten thousand feet or more. Rhododendron Augusiinii is a shrub reaching ten feet in height with oblong-lanceolate acute or acumi- nate leaves, from three to four inches long and glabrous except hairs on the midrib of the under surface which is sprinkled besides with brown dots. The flowers ap- pear in few-flowered clusters and measure about one and three-quarters of an inch in diameter ; in color they vary from white to pale purple. A very handsome species is Rhododendron auricu- latum with big leaves and the largest flowers of all. The oblong leaves are cordate at the base, from seven to nine inches long, whitish on the under surface and thinly covered with a dun-colored tomentum disappearing with age. The funnelform flowers are four inches long and measure over four inches in diameter; they vary from white to pink and are marked with a maroon blotch. Rhododendron Benthamianum is a shrub with oblong leaves only one to two inches long, rounded at the base and furnished on the under surface with yellow and brown scales. The purple flowers measure little over one inch in diameter and appear usually in clusters of three. It is allied to R. yunnanense, another species of recent introduction, and begins to flower when only one foot high. Rhododendron calophytum grows into a tree forty feet high. The lanceolate leaves are from nine to twelve inches long and whitish and glabrous on the under sur- face. The flowers vary from white to purple, measure two inches in diameter and are produced in large many- flowered clusters. Rhododendron Davidii is also a tree up to thirty feet high. The oblong obtuse leaves narrowed at the base are from two to three inches long and glabrous and pale on the under surface. The rose-colored flowers measure about two inches in diameter and appear in clusters of six to ten. _ Rhododendron maculiferum is a shrub with oval leaves cordate at the base, about two inches lon^ and glabrous and pale on the under surface. The flowers are pale purple and marked with dark spots, measure about one and a half inch in diameter and appear in clusters of five to ten. Rhododendron orbiculare is a shrub with very striking foliage calling to mind that of the Yellow Pond-lily. The leaves are broadly or nearly roundish, deeply cor- date at the base, from three to five inches long and glab- rous and whitish on the under surface. The rose-col- ored flowers are campanulate, two and a half inch in diameter and are produced in clusters of eight or ten. Rhododendron Souliei much resembles the preceding, but the leaves are smaller and narrower, only about two to three inches long and but slightly cordate at the base. Rhododendron sutchuense is a shrub with lanceolate leaves from five to seven inches long and glabrous and whitish on the under surface. The pale purple broadly campanulate flowers measure nearly three and a half inches in diameter and are produced in clusters of five to six. Of a type very different from the preceding species are Rhododendron intricatum and R. micranihum. The former is a low densely branched shrub, from one to three feet in height with oval leaves only one-third of an inch long, silvery white or later brownish on the under surface. The lilac flowers measure little more than three-quarters of an inch across and appear usually in clusters of five. Rhododendron micranthum is a shrub up to eight feet high resembling in foliage and flowers a Ledum. The lanceolate leaves are from one to two inches long and covered beneath with brown scales. The white flowers appear in dense many-flowered clusters and measure only one-third of an inch in diameter Trans-Atlantic Notes SOME OPINIONS ABOUT NEW ROSES It is of much value to rose cultivators to observe that which foreigners write or speak of new varieties. The well known rosarian Herman Kiese wrote in an Erfurt gardening journal too slightingly of the Lyon rose and the illustration, which does not approach anything like a good bloom of that variety. The flower is as beauti- fully formed as Kaiserin or Belle Siebrecht, and of a charming red-gold color which does not become paler in rainy weather. The variety is a capital autumn bloom- er, a strong grower, and when grown in a frame the color is improved. It is said that it will become one of the most desirable roses of the future for cutting purposes, and inquiries concerning this variety are very numerous. 816 HORTICULTUR£ Decennber 11, 190y The variety Bismarck will without doubt supersede the degenerating Caroline Testout, and a correct verdict in this case will be afforded in the coming year when a great number of budded stocks come into bloom. A grand rose which many persons have overlooked is Lady Fair of the La France tint and fine form, which nearly always comes singly on the stalk. Leuchtfeur is re- garded as superior to Grus an Teplitz, and is a good bedding rose, with dark foliage. THE JUBILEE EXHIBITION, HAARLEM, 1910 In the beginning of the month of October about 1,000,000 bulbs in variety in 1500 groups and beds were planted in the grounds. The parterre on the north side of the area bordering the Exhibition buildings are located in a formal manner; and the remainder of the area in landscape style. Two large buildings have been erected for special exhibitions. The Exhibition com- memorates the 50th year of the existence of the Nether- lands Society for Bulb Culture. The more unportant home and foreign societies will send deputations. CARNATION PAUL MARTIN As a variety of the Perpetual flowering class this earnation may be described as a desirable acquisition in regard to size of the bloom, which is very large, of fine double form, and of great freedom in flowering, making the variety a good decorative plant when grown in pots, and a remunerative plant for the florist. The color is rosy-salmon. The plant is readily increased by cut- tings; and hitherto it has been quite free from the car- nation rust and other maladies. BEGONIA THE GEM This charming novelty is a hybrid variety, the result of a cross of an unnamed tuberous rooted begonia with B. Socotrana. The hybrid has a branched inflorescence, and semi-double flowers of a carmine rose tint, 3 inches in diameter. It is a decided acquisition to the dwarf class of winter-flowering begonias; and obtained an award of merit wheji shown by Messrs. J. Veitch & Sons at the meeting of the R. H. S., on November 9. TWO EXCELLENT BOSES FOE THE FLORIST These two highly recommended new varieties of Hybrid Tea Eoses are of German origin, viz.. Kaiser Wilhelm II., a cross of Kaiserin Auguste Viktoria with Van Houtte, made by Mr. Nekola Welter, of Pallien, and a seedling — a cross of Frau Lilla Eautenstrauch with Sunset. The first named is distinguished by an erect habit freedom of growth, and dark green foliage. The flower is firey red, velvety very dark central petals. The flowers open readily, and the variety is certain to take a high place among dark colored H. T's. This variety comes into commerce this season. The second variety, likewise a H. T., is of the tint of old gold with orange, and is a rose of the future — of first rank. The flower buds are long, the flower very full, and fragrant; valuable as a cut flower and for florists' work. ACALTPHA HYBRIDS When the two introductions of Mr. F. Sander, viz., Acalypha Sanderiana, and A. Godseffiana came into com- merce, several horticulturists in Great Britain and abroad were of the opinion- that both novelties might form suitable objects for hybridizing. Herrn Eettig wrote in "Die Gartenwelt" in 1899 in reference to A. Sanderiana, that doubtless it would soon— if not already done — be crossed with some species having variegated leaves* which would certainly give rise to a number of useful varieties. Nine years have passed, and we have not heard of any hybrids of these two species, although several hybridists have engaged in the endeavor to ob- tain crosses; and the pursuit seems to have been aban- doned. Sir J. D. Hooker showed years ago that A. San- deriana, N. E. Brown, had been known for some years as A. hispida, Burm. Herrn Herman Sandhack, head gardener at Mehlem on the Rhine has given great attention to this crossing of Acalyphas, but without results ; and the vegetation of the seed offered greater difiiculties than the obtaining of it. The latter was in so far associated with difficul- ties from the fact that A. Sanderiana as seedbearer was the only available species and this bears no male blos- soms, or only produces female blooms under certain conditions that lead to pollination. In the summer of 1907 he had the satisfaction of obtaining seedlings of A. Sanderiana and A. GodselBana, and some rnonths af- ter vegetating he saw that these seedlings differed in leaf and growth from the parents. In the course of last spring Herrn Sandhack was enabled to discover flowers that differed in color from the dull red of Sanderiana and giving place to pale rose, orange, whitish green, and mignonette tints. He has selected the finest colored varieties, and intends to offer only these to the trade, in the hope that many gardeners and plant lovers will take up their culture which is as simple as that of A. Sander- iana. Some figures of these new varieties are given in "Die Gartenwelt" for November 7 last, viz., A. Cam- phausiana, A. Beissneriana, A. Hessdorfiana, A. Wagner- iana and A. Sandhackiana, all of them differing slightly in habit, foliage, flower color and shape. It would oc- cupy too much space in this journal to describe them, and it will suffice for me to state that the plants succeed under conditions found suitable for the more temperate orchids and adiantums, and later in the year they may be placed in a cool greenhouse along with coleus, pelar- goniums, etc., for several weeks. The plants may be kept for six weeks or longer period of time in corri- dors and apartments, if not deprived of a modicum of sunlight. London, Eng. December 11, 1909 HORTICULTURE, 817 Begonia Gloire de Lorraine This beautiful greenliouse flowering plant has '' been before the gardening world since 1893. Its beautiful pink flowers last so well that from early fall until spring the plant is a mass of bloom, almost entirely obscuring the foliage. If the old flowers are cut off about the end of March and the plant given a slight shift, it will, in a few weeks, again yield as good a crop of flowers as at the first, lasting well into the summer. We have used these cut-back plants for piazza decorations, they lasting six weeks in that position. November or early December is a good time to put in leaf cuttings, if large plants are desired the following fall, in ten or twelve inch pans. We get our best plants from medium sized, well ripened leaves. They root quickly in a temperature of seventy degrees, but I think it is a good plan to leave them in the sand until they begin to throw up the young shoots from the callous formed at the end of the leaf stem. I fail to find any difference between a leaf cutting with a heel attached and one with the plain leaf stem, equally good plants being raised from either. For a first potting take equal parts of loam and leafmould, with about a fourth of charcoal added to keep the soil sweet and porous, the compost being as rough as can be conveniently used in a two-inch pot. One of the best begonia growers I ever knew never used a particle of sand for potting them, except what was naturally in the soil, using equal parts of fibrous loam, leafmould, dried cow manure, or well decayed horse droppings, and to every four pails of that mixture one of charcoal, all as rough as could be equally worked around the plant while potting. I think pans are the best receptacle to grow them in, pajin.? strict attention to drainage. Leaf cuttings treated in the above manner, and grown in a rather huinid atmosphere, during the summer, if so desired can iic in ten or twelve-inch pans by Sept. 1, and some of the largest ones can be staked out with small twigs and made to measure about three feet through when in full flower. If allowed to droop equally around the pan without any support they make a very handsome hanging plant. Nice small plants in six-inch pots or pans may bo grown from cuttings secured from the ba.^c of a cut-back plant in April or May. Lorraine Begonias, we find, do best grown close to the glass; a good plan is to hang them to the rafters. No flowers !;hould be allowed to develop earlier than October first. Pinch the shoots and it will make them break gnt?y. ^^*22: 820 HORTICULTURE: December 11, 1909 Soils and Fertilizer for Rose Growing It IS not possible to state definitely what amount of phosphoric acid, potash and nitrogen should be con- tained in a soil that would bring the rose to its highest state of perfection. Nor in the present state of our knowledge of such matters can this be done for any plant, though it is possible as the result of experiment to oJTer certain general recommendations for the fer- tilization of many plants. Where roses are grown for cut flowers applications of fertilising materials containing relatively a large pro- portion of phosphoric acid with small amounts of nitrogen and potash produce the best results. In many cases application of bone meal, used singly, is sufficient to supply the phosphoric acid and nitrogen, the soil itself containing sufiicient potash. This is especially the case when certain clay or clay loam soils were used, these soils being derived from rocks rich in potash bearing minerals. The idea of analyzing the plant and the soil and adding to the latter the kind and amount of fertiliz- ing material shown to be necessary as the results of such analysis is an old one. This method is adapted only for laboratory experiments where all conditions are controlled. When attempted on a large scale in either greenhouse or open air cultivation, wheie the soil i.~ constantly undergoing many changes, chemical, physical and biological, this results in the introduction of many factors over which it is impossible to exer- cise the necessary control, thereby rendering such a method useless for practical purposes. It ii true that a sample of soil can be accurately an- alyzed and the exact composititon of the sample de- terii''ined, but hy reason of the changes noted above the analysis should be held to represent the soil only in a general way. Such an analysis is valuable chiefly for showing a general deficiency of some particular .substance, lime for instance, rather than as a guide to the proper fertilization. Moreover, there is no method by which the availability for plant use of tlte substances found can be determined. The value of grass roots — in fact all vegetable matter in a soil is due to the formation, by its decomposition in the soil, of humus, and to the further fact that dur- ing the process of decomposition there are produced acids that enter into combination with the minerals prc=cnt in the soil, rendering some of them more soluble in their new form, hence more available for the use of th" plants. Besides which, all green plants contain all the mineral elements necessary for plant growth, and by the decay of .such vegetable matter these min- erals are left in the soil for the succeeding crop. When too great a i]uantity of green plant matter is added to the soil there is danger of producing excessive quan- tities of acids, more than necessary to act on the soil minerals, thus leaving the soil itself in a "sour" or acid condition. The addition of lime hastens the de- composition of such vegetable matter and neutralizes .such acid conditions. Lime also has a physical effect in soils — rendering clayey, stiff soils more open and porous and causing sandy soils to become more com- pact. It is not likely that the amount of lime found in water that is nt for domestic use. even if "hard," will be sulTieient to produce any appreciable efl'oct on roses. Some classes of plants, azaleas, rhododendrons, etc., are intolerant of any small amounts of lime, however. High grade acid phosphate is the most quickly avail- able source of phosphoric acid and contains neither nitrogen or potash. Animal bone is less quickly avail- able and contains both nitrogen and phosphate of lime. For roses, when potash is needed, sulphate of potash is to be preferred to the muriate or to Kainit. L'se by mixing thoroughly throughout the soil before plant- ing, and by dissolving in water and applying as a liquid after plants are established and it is desirable to force them. Still, after all chemical fertilizers have been applied (to what would seem an ideal soil for growing roses) in the proper proportion and form it has never been known that a house planted in such soil wiU run a full sea,=on without the addition of a sheep manure top dressing, cow manure mulch, cow manure liquid ap- plications, or some other form of feeding, and be a success. I would suggest that at the next regular, meeting of the .LXmcrican Kose Society to be held in New York in the coming Jlarcb, our president appoint a permanent committee of fife members to study this question of soils and fertilizers for Eose growing purposes to co- operate with our several agricultural departments and if possible secure aid from national or state sources in tliis work. We should not claim that our position is as important as that of the farmer, but we are entitled to some- thing, as we have large investments, employ large forces of labor and pay big taxes. This is a question that should come before the S. -A. F. and 0. H., but the rose growers should bring this matter up and maintain a position or they will not receive the individual attention wliich they should have. It is a known fact that soil containing an ample supply of phosphoric acid in a proper form and con- taining absolutely no nitrogen is practically worthless, or if a soil contains plenty of all other plant food elements in their proper proportions and is lacking in one it is of no benefit. Each grower should also bear in mind that if his soil is perfection and his cut- ting, ventilating, watering, etc., are not properly at- tended to his labors go for naught. Chatham, N. J. December II, 1909 HORTICULTURE 821 Three New Chrysanthemums of Merit Elmer D. Smith & Co. ■1 ^fOT. *" f^T^^^^^^^^^^^^ m wffjrw^^FSji^jy^f^^l^^^^H ^ ipBl ^'.--S^^, W^ ■ •^:**' "'^Jsit-- 1 f w ^PH 1 % %' %Ji i t a f ^ 3 Oroba Arlek Naomah Oroba. — A large early white in the way of Beatrice May, being of the easiest culture with fine stem and foliage. It may not excel Beatrice May in size but its other splendid characteristics are so much superior that it will soon gain ascendency with the commercial grower. Three feet ; ready Oct. 20th. Best bud Aug. 15th. Arlee. — A rich golden amber of dwarf sturdy growth, excellent either as a pot plant or for cutting. Is a true single of the large flowering section producing large sprays which are borne erect. Entirely distinct and of exceptional merit. C. S. A. Cert. Naomah. — Large Japanese incurved, a seedling from Merza, more conical in form than its parent. This variety was not judged by C. S. A. Committee but we have decided to send it out on its merits as a worthy addition to the exhibition section. ] f the stem were a little more rigid this would be an ideal commercial sort as it possesses every other qualification and may prove very acceptable to those wlio plant early and give gen- erous treatment. Pure white. Foui and one-half feet; ready Nov. 1st. Bud Aug. 25th. Chrysanthemum Notes DECORATIVE CHRYSANTHEMUMS For garden culture and for pot plants many of the little Japanese decorative chrysanthemums are really most useful and there is now a distinct race of dwarf, free flowering varieties that are a great advance upon some of the older sorts. Aug. Nonin of Paris is a great specialist in this line and we have now quite a collection of his in cultivation here. The flowers are mostly as full and double as the larger sorts and among some of the best we have seen this season are the following: Eden; with stiff short florets, nice shade of rosy pink passing to pale pink in the centre. Provence; small compact flowers, bright rose. Picardie; dainty flowers of good size, color pale rose. Fee Parisienne; rosy mauve, paler towards the centre. Savoie; a pretty little Jap., very narrow florets, pure white. Aquitaine; a dec- orative Jap., semi-globular in form and petals reflex ing, golden buff passing to gold in the centre. Normandie ; purple amaranth. Fee Orientate; rather larger than the preceding, yellow centre, shaded rose and cream. Gascagne ; pale yellow deeper in the centre. Feu FoUet; fine pot plant, petals like a cactus dahlia, reddish crim- son, golden bronze reverse. SINGLE CHRYSANTHEMUMS Wherever we go we find the rage for these flowers in- creasing and in all the large miscellaneous exhibits at our shows the nurserymen include large numbers of the most recent seedlings. They are certainly selling well and our trade growers are now doing a larger business in singles than they are in the large show varieties. This applies not only to plants and cuttings but also to the flowers themselves when in season. At the nurseries of our leading growers the singles are grown in large num- bers and form a considerable portion of their autumn displays. Going around the shows this year we have noticed many of the most effective and promising sorts and a few notes may be useful to our American readers. One thing struck us as curious. Hitherto the French have shown no desire to embark in the cultivation of the sin- gles but at the recent show of the N. C. S. we met an 822 HORTICULTURE December 11, 190* old French friend who had a commission from a fellow countryman to procure a score of the best singles for introduction to the French flower-growing public. We spent some time going round the show to make a selec- tion and from the French point of view it is as evident that the daisy, or marguerite-like single, was most in accordance with our friend's taste. We think this is right, as the semi-doubles, so often termed single, are a long way in arrear of what we regard as the pure flor- ist's type and for decorative purposes have not the light artistic character of the real single. Among the best of recent introductions J. H. Gres- wold Williams with long florets of medium width, pale yellow, is a neat flower. Mrs. Colles is a single of good form, old rose red, centre yellow. Florence Mountste- phen is large. Freedom pure white like a marguerite, florets very long, rather narrow, centre yellow. Morn- ing Star very long florets, creamy white, centre yellow. Eureka is purely a show flower of great size, outer flor- ets white with large yellow centre. Blush Beauty is very large, rosy blush pink, centre yellow. Innovation is more of a decorative single, velvety reddish crimson. October White is very fine; it has long white florets, and a very small yellow centre. Gertrude ; medium sized florets, yellow centre, pure white. White Duchess has several rows of florets, pure white, centre yellow. The Lion is a fine shaped typical single dull rosy red. Gladys Gaywood is a flat petalled starry-shaped flower, small yellow centre, florets velvety crimson. Lorna Kensing- ton has very long florets thin and narrow, white tinged lilac mauve. Miss George has several rows of ray flor- ets, centre yellow; color pale rosy blush. Cattleya Wavriniana The above is a beautiful hybrid between Cattleya granulosa and C. Warscewiczii, or C. gigas, as it is usually called. This cross was first flowered by Mr. Peeters of Belgium in 1900. The plant illustrated here was raised by the writer of these notes and forms now a valuable addition to Mrs. B. B. Tuttle's interesting col- lection of orchids. Up to now four plants out of the same sowing have flowered and all are equally as good; all of them showing the influence of C. granulosa in the shape of the flower, whereas C. gigas has given addition- al size and a beautiful color towards the make-up of this lovely hybrid. The sepals and petals are a deep rose of a metalic hue due to the combination of the green color of one parent and the lavender of the other. The strongly three-lobed lip has the rose-colored side lobes veined with deep purple on the inner surface; the front lobe is of a rich shade of purple-magenta, growing paler towards the front margin and shading off to a deep car- mine on the isthmus formed between the front lobe and side lobes of the lip. The yellow markings of C. gigas, so conspicuous in most of its offsprings, are here almost entirely cut away, only a trace of yellow being notice- able along the edge of the isthmus. The flowers meas- ure about 6 inches across the petals. The plant illustrated was exhibited before the N. Y. H. S. at its recent flower show and was awarded first prize for hybrid orchid. It happens to be a free grower and a good bloomer, having produced five of its large blooms at its first flowering. Cattleya Gaskelliana Grown In the open with shndine of bamboo twigs, at "The Roses," St. Clair, Trinidad, B. W. I. {2^./:C^^ Naugatuch, Conn. December 11, 1909 HORTICULTURE 628 The East and the West II. DECIDUOUS AND EVERGREEN TREES We find that the same species are hardy or tender according to the location in which they have grown for thousands of years. Tlie bos elder of Nebraska is worth- less in Manitoba. Pines and maples from the extreme East do not do so well in Nebraska as trees of the same species grown in the West. I have known eastern elms to kill to the ground, while western ones would be unin- jured. A tree may be hardy in the north and yet not be able to endure the winter drought of the plains. Prof. Hansens of South Dakota originated the Sunbeam raspberry — a cross between Shafer's Colossal and a Manitoba wild red variety. These are hardy and very prolific in the Dakotas and Minnesota, but kill to the ground at this experiment station. They simply dry' down in winter. The tulip tree may live here in shel- tered places, but would be an utter failure in the open. Nebraska is 400 miles long and so has a variety of conditions. The Horticultural Society has cut the State up into several districts with recommendations of trees, shrubs and fruits for each district. White pines do well on the Sterling Morton place at Nebraska City which could not live a year at the western limit. Thousands of white pines have been planted here in York County and there are perhaps 25 yet living. As a general thing evergreens with soft foliage cannot endure the extremes of our variable climate. Most of the eleven kinds of the eastern slope of Eocky Mountain conifers do well. Those with soft foliage, like the Douglas spruce, need shelter from the sun and do well in groves surrounded by other trees. Scotch pine will do well in Manitoba but can't endure conditions at the 100th meridian. The ponderosa or bull pine is the hero of the West. It laughs at hot winds, blizzards, and droughts, and grows right on. All the plains from the Missouri river to the Eoekies can be covered with it, and since fabrics are being made of its long needles, you plant a grove of this species and you also plant a flock of sheep that the dogs can't worry and you know where they are nights. White spruce from Europe is a failure ; that from north- ern Maine is of but little account. That from northern Minnesota is better while the belt which swings around into the Black Hills fits our conditions and they are being raised by the million. Trees of variegated foliage soon revert to their orig- inal type. On the grounds of Robert Douglas of ever- green fame I saw some variegated catalpas of great beauty. I secured some. They put on their gala dress and then the sun commenced persecuting them and burned that charming foliage to a crisp. Then the trees seemed to say : "Well, if you don't like our style we will try something else," and they all reverted to the green dress Just like their neighbors. Deutzias, altheas and weigelas are a little tender and are not planted to a great extent. The reader might think we were badly, circumscribed and had but a few things to rely on, yet there are about twelve kinds of evergreens that do well and all of your 150 kinds of lilacs with two or three exceptions. Even we have aboiit 50 kinds of native trees and shrubs; the whole family of sj'ringas and spireas, the large collection of cornus, tamarisk and the Eussian olive do better here than in the East. Most of the perennials are a success. In short, with a careful selection we can pull down a sec- tion of paradise and live in it and so win a victory oyer adverse conditions. York. Neb. (^ ^fjt^yryvrc^ Pruning Peaches In the peach house, pruning is one of the most im- portant operations. To liave the proper fruiting wood for this year's crop depends upon whether the trees were properly cared for the past year when disbudding was done and the proper training depends upon how the new wood was tied in. A perfectly trained tree can only be secured by great care in the first training and pruning. All of the strong and rank growth must be taken off unless it is needed to form the shape desired. Cut off tlie wood that fruited last year when possible and leave the bottom new wood to take its place. When peaches are in flower all the air possible should be given; keep the atmosphere dry. To ensure fertiliz- ation some gardeners put a hive of bees into the house when the trees are in flower, with great success. If this is done it is well to have an opening on the outside of the house so they can get back to their hive if they should get out of the ventilator, which they will nat- urally do if the day is warm. When the peaches are in full bloom the outside entrance could be closed up for a few hours and make them all come out into the house. Others use a camel's hair brush to distribute the pollen. I prefer tapping the trees with my hand, to dislodge the pollen, three or four times a day; this must be done when the house has ventilation on, or dried up with fire heat. When the fruit is set and the growth starting give them a good syringing every bright morning and in the afternoon on bright days when closing the house up. This should be done early, so they can dry up before sunset. A good watering should be given as soon as the fruit is set for now root action has started. This should be done with the chill taken oS. The best and easiest way I have found is to have a faucet attached to the hot water pipe and run the water into a barrel, then use a Kinney pump to sj-phon the hot water from the can and water through the hose. This should be done early in the morning while the water is good and hot. ^:^ 1-^ M. V/ M\.M.^ pjyg rpjjjg pi-gsent issue marks the birthday an- ^OL. X DECEviBbR 11, 1909 w». 24 years old niversary of "the new paper." Time flies PUBLISHED WEEKLY BY and ^6 cau hardly realize that our fifth JHOR.TICULTURE PUBLISHING CO. milestone has already been reached and that our "new- 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. Mass. ness" is already pretty well brushed oS. HorticuI/- WM. J. STEWART. Edi^r and Manag<;r TUEE was started with a definite purpose, a large factor CRiPTioN PRICE ^n which was to provide for those engaged in floriculture OBeYe«r,inadvance,$i oo; ToForeigoCounirics, $2.00; ToCanada, $1.50 and allied Iwrticultural industries 3. publication on lines ADVERTISING RATES somcwhat different from any then in existence. We Per Inch, 30 inches to page ■''',,',''' * ' '^ Ducountson Contracts for consecutive iDsertion. as fonows: coufess that We have fallen far short of.our ideal, but One month (4 times) 5 per cent ; three months 113 times) loperceu^, j •!« months (j6 times, 20 per cent ; one yey (52"^"' 3° P"""- BTomise to kcep striviug awBV OH the Same couise and Page and half page spaces, special rates on application. r ^ r o ./ = , „ w D " >,«; . R ."^iTvuL hope, as we grow in strength, to continue to approach «meied as second-class matier December 8. .904, at the Post Office at Boston, M.« 1^ '. 6 , \ ^ . , , , ,, under ihe Act of cooEress of March j. is?.). nearer and nearer to the standard aimed at from the fjQW'p^l^'j'g Page, beginning. We need make no boast as to the value of ■COVER DESIGN, by George E. Dow. this paper as an advertising medium for the trade. NOTES FROM THE ARNOLD ARBORETUM- Better and farther-reaching than anything we might say Alfred Rehder «1& , ■ ■ j., •? j. » ?, x i » TRANSATLANTIC NOTES— Frederick Moore 815 or claim IS the very positive stamp of the trades ap- BEGONIA GLOIRE DE LORRAINE-Geo. F. Stewart ,^^^^j ^^.^ j^^ advertising columns bear from week to Illustrated °^* PROGRESS IN GERANIUMS— R. A. Vincent 818 week — unparalleled in the case of any other paper of its DENDROBIUM SANDERAE— Illustrated 819 ^ at the same affe BRITISH HORTICULTURE— W. H. Adsett 819 ^'^ss, ar tne same age. SOILS AND FERTILIZERS FOR ROSE GROWING— The comparatively small number of THREE CHRYSANTHEMUMS OF MERiT-m^^ A wonderful varieties commercially grown for CHRYSANTHEMUM NOTES— C. Harman Payne 821 development and the Cut flower trade has for many CATTLE YA GASKELLIANA— Illustration 822 !*-»«»/.+ u f -j. j. t- -lUi-u CATTLEYA WAVRINIANA— M. J. Pope-Illustrated 822 '*s «*f«<=* years been a favorite taunt with the THE EAST AND THE WEST— C. S. Harrison 823 "old-fashioned" gardener and the PRUNING PEACHES— James Wheeler 823 t ti, c i. c a ■ j TREATMENT OF NEWLY IMPORTED ORCHIDS— alleged decadence of the fine art of flower growing under Frederick Moore 825 glass has been often bemoaned both in public and in FRENCH GARDENING— W. H. Adsett. 825 ^ . ( AUTUMN SHOW AT EDINBURGH-Illustrated 826 private. "All you know is Bride, 'Maid and Beauty, THE FOLI lES OF 1908-'09— Chas. Henry Fox 827 carnations, and chrysanthemums" is the refrain which "^ Albert^Du Planty— Robert Marks-Andrew Irwin— many a florist has often had to listen to. No doubt Raymond Moore— John Seligman 829 some foundation for the criticism existed in years gone- LAND DEVELOPMENT FOR CIVIC BEAUTY— E. F. u k f +i ■ 1 fl ■ A t- ■ ^ A Reinisch 830 by but tiie commercial flower grower was industriously WORK OF THE BOSTON LANDSCAPE CLASS— II- and profitably improving the culture of those popular ABOUt'^'new' CARNATlbNS-illustrated'. '. '. '.'..'.'.'.'. . . 832 specialties to a standard of quality such as the world had SOME HOLIDAY ESSENTIALS— Illustrated 836 never before seen and he had the public with him— SOME RESULTS OBTAINED BY GERMAN PLANT i4.j ij 11.1,1 ji,ix i.- HYBRIDISTS— F. Moore 842 heart and soul and pocket-book — and so he kept on his NEWS OF THE CLUBS AND SOCIETIES: way. Indeed, there was a long period when, if one American Breeders' Association 844 ",j. «jj j t » t American Rose Society— Florists' Club of Washing- wanted to procure odds and ends" of promiscuous ton— Sec'y W. C. Hall, portrait— American Carnation flowers, the small obscure shop was the place they were Society — Chrysanthemum Society of America— Flor- j.viij.ij! ja l- x Ists' Club of Philadelphia— Elberon Horticultural most likely to be found. A reaction was sure to come, Society— N. Y. and N. J. Association of Plant Grow- in time. The vastly increased production of the stan- ers— Netherlands Society for Bulb Culture 848 . •' " . , ^ , ^, SEED TRADE: dard varieties of roses, carnations, violets, chrysanthe- Crop Estimates and Shortages— Relations of Supply mums and forced bulb flowers resulted in their becom- Men and Canners— Dutch Seed Trade 845 a ;? j i.i ^i , ^ j. 1 • ^ , 3 OF INTEREST TO RETAIL FLORISTS: '"g common and then the street fakir got busy and Steamer Departures— New Flower Stores— "When the result is well known in most of the large flower-pro- the Chowder Club Buys," lUus.— Flowers by Telegraph 851 , . or FLOWER MARKET REPORTS: aucing centres. Boston, Chicago, Detroit 859 -n . i.i^ • «alwav« room at the tnn" New York, Philadelphia 861 ^^^ '^""® '^ always room at tne top THE APPLE GROWING INDUSTRY— Aug. Wolf 868 Tendencies and here history begins once more to ^DaWi'a^XameVan den Dael and Queen Wilbel- '"' °"*'°°' ^^P^^* itself. Perhaps it was the plant mina— Illustration 828 grower who was tlie first to recognize and ^rXct^oT'i'gaTn^riL^eVli::!^^'^': : : ::::::::::: Ji ^ake advantage of the popular yeammg for "something A Model of Formal Gardening — Illustrated 830 different." For some years back the cut flower special- Personai''^.'^^"'^'::".'".''.''.^^ 834^ '^^ ^^^ ^""^ ^ ™°»t uncomfortable realization of the International Horticultural Exhibition at Brussells. 846 plantsman's activity and the public's approval thereof at New^'Sriean" Notes: l ! i : ! i l ; ! l i l ! : '. ! '. '. I ! : : l : : : : : : fss faster and the Christmas holidays especially. But the Controlling the San Jose Scale 868 cut flower grower has also heard the call and his prod- GrTenboretl^und^frkntemplated:::::::::^^ I'l -t, as seen in the daily stock of the society florist in Patents Granted 870 New York City and other centres which practically set December 11, 1909 H O R T 1 C U L T U R E 825. the pace for the rest of the country, begins to show a new complexion. Not only rich orchids in many species, luscious gardenias, and prim camellias but lancifolium lilies, ericas, bouvardias, wall flowers, daisies, pansies, antirrhinums and mignonette, together with half a score of new roses, now occupy places of honor in every Fifth Avenue show case and find favor among aristocratic buy- ers. The "old-fashioned" gardener can now see the dawning of the day he has longed for and he may rest assured that the present demonstration is but the begin- ning of what is to come. The increasing appreciation for promis- Opportunity cuous small flowers will, we hope, prove a boon to many growers who, with small, old fashioned houses, have found themselves unable to compete successfully in highly specialized products against the vast modern-equipped ranges of glass houses which are constantly going up. This varied auxiliary material which now seems to have a fair chance in sight has no need for glass palaces ; neither have the majority of the flowering plants for which a good regular mar- ket has now been established. Azaleas, ardesias, Lor- raine begonias, primroses, cyclamens, poinsettias, ericas, small ferns and very many other things now grown or that will yet be grown for the holiday trade, do famous- ly in antiquated structures — some of them undoubtedly better and more lasting than if more luxuriously housed. We call attention to these gradual tendencies in the commercial florist's business because they indicate a wider sphere and enhanced opportunity and because it is wise to observe and draw conclusions as to the future trend, from the centres where floral whims and fash- ions have their source. He prospers most who keeps a sharp outlook, not alone to learn what others are doing but with a purpose to utilize the knowledge thus ob- tained in determining the direction of general move- ments and development in the immediate future. Treatment of Newly Imported Orchids When a cultivator receives orchids direct from their native countr}', which may be hundreds or thousands of miles distant they should be unpacked, and all decayed growths, pseudo-bulbs and roots removed with a knife, and those that are sound and uninjured sponged with a mild insecticide or soapy water : as scale insects and others, besides cockroaches are pretty sure to be present on them. Having been cleansed, place them on sphag- num or wood moss in the glass house and afford shade from bright sunshine, and lightly syringe them with tepid water. Some orchidists after cleansing the plants hang them on rods or to the staging with the heads up- wards, and use the syringe once daily besides keeping the air in the house in a moist state by sprinkling the floor and walls. This kind of treatment may be per- _siEted ijyfor ten days or a little longer, the application, of water to the plants direct being very sparing. An- other method and a good one is to place the plants on the top of suitably sized clean pots filled with clean. crocks, sprinkling the plants and crocks once a day, un- til they begin to grow at the ends of tlie roots. With this method of restoration there is less fear of decay occurring, and the plants break freely. When the plants ^have fairly started to grow a small quantity of sphag- num or rough orchid peat, and pieces of charcoal may be laid on tlie crocks for the roots to cling to. Hanging the plants with the heart growths downwards is the better plan with Phalaenopsis, Aerides, Saccolabiums, Angrae- cums, etc., as by this means water cannot lodge in the breaks. When symptoms of growth are evident, those plants which come from hot climates, such as the Philip- pines, Burmah, India, etc., should be put into the warm- est house unless they are natives of the mountains of those countries. Growth having become active the plants should be placed in suitable mixtures, consisting of sphagnum, peat, and charcoal (this last for the sake of its moisture-holding property) in pots having perforated sides, on wood blocks) in baskets made of soft earthenware or in copper wire baskets. c^3^^ a^^^£,4y^ ^^^z-t^—zr-^^ French Gardening There is now a boom in the French system of inten- sive culture on this side. Several important experi- ments have been made in this method of raising produce by the use of hot-beds and the bell-glasses (cloches). Interest in the subject has been further stimulated by the publication of several books describing the commer- cial possibilities this method of growing offers. The sys- tem has been successfully put into practice by Misses Jones and Peers, at Thatcham in Berkshire, under the guidance of a French expert. It is contended by the advocates of this French system that it is possible to raise the crops of early vegetables and salads which are imported in such large quantities from the market gar- dens in the environs of Paris. Similar gardens have been constructed at Maryland in Essex, and Evesham in Worcestershire. One of the largest gardens of the kind is being now prepared in the Thames Valley. In Eng- land the bell glasses have for many years been utilized in private establishments, but it is only in recent times that its use has been adopted on an extensive scale by commercial growers in this country. Some four yeara ago, a party of market growers from Evesham paid a visit to the market gardens in the suburbs of Paris, and were impressed with the advantages of the French plan of raising heavy crops from a small area of land. Ott their return to England one or two of the more enter- prising of the party determined to introduce the system to this country. Others followed the example, and then the popular Press had sensational articles on the poten- tialities of "The Golden Soil," attractive but somewhat misleading to the unpractical. The new gardening has- evidently come to stay. W. H. Adsett. London. S26 HOKTIGU LTU R t:- December 11, 1909 Autumn Show at Edinburgh On the ISth, 19th ai)d 2iith Novem- ber last, the Scottish Horticultural Association held its annual show of chrysanthemums, fruit and vegetables, in the Waverley Market, Edinburgh. The site is an extensive one and measures about 150x380 feet. The schedule provides for 111 different ■classes which may be briefly divided into cutblooms, bouquets and tioral designs, chrysanthemum plants, other plants, truit and vegetables. The prizes amount to over £400, mostly in cash, although a few medals are in- cluded. Among the most valuable prizes were thei City of Edinburgh cup and £20 for the 1st, £15 for the 2nd, £10 for the 3rd and £5 for the 4th; the Scottish Challenge cup and £8 for the 1st, £6 for the 2nd, £4 for the 3rd ■and £3 lor the 4th, both for cut flower exhibits. The whole of the exhibits were ar- ranged on tables and a marked fea- ture was the absence of those fine decorative miscellaneous groups we are in the habit of seeing in and around London, and which contribute so materially to the general artistic ■eifect. There was only one such group and that came from W. Wells & Co., of Merstham. The pot plants of <;hrysanthemums, of course, were staged on the ground level. Alex. Morton, gardener to the Dow- ager Countess of Seafield, won the City of Edinboro cup with a truly grand show with his 45 superb blooms, 3 of each in 15 vases. They ■ are well worthy of special mention, viz.: Lady Talbot, Lady Conyers, Reg Vallis, Bessie Godfrey, Mrs. A. T. Mil- ler, Mrs. G. Mileham, Alg. Davis Mme. G. Rivol, Mme. P. Radaelli, Miss Hickling, W. Beadle, Victoria and Al- bert, Elsie Fulton, Edith Jameson and J, H. Silsbury. The second prize was awarded to D. Nicol who had several of the same varieties, but Splendor, Purity, F. S. Vallis, Mrs. F. W. Vallis, Mrs. C. Beckett, Hon. Mrs. Lopes, Mytchett Beautv, were in the place of those not shown by the first exhibitor. Al- together there were six exhibitors and the collections staged by them formed unquestionably the leading feature of the show in cut blooms. The next important prize, the Scot- tish Challenge cup, was awarded to John Finnie for a lot of grand blooms, F. S. Vallis, Mrs. F. W. Vallis, Lady Talbot, Marquise Visoonti Venosta, Bessie Godfrey, Reg. Vallis, Mrs. A. T. Miller, J. H. Silsbury, being those shown. For the second prize the award ■went to L. McLean, who showed some ■fine blooms of Mrs. L. Crossley, Jumbo, Alg. Davis, Lady Conyers. Class 3 had no fewer than ten com- petitors. The conditions of this class were as follows, viz., 6 vases of Jap- anese chrysanthemums in 6 varieties. Bkssie A-n^arded Silver Medal at Edinburgh, as 3 blooms in each vase. Mr. McKel- lar's lot came in first. We noticed in the four prize winning exhibits al- most every flower shown in the bigger classes was represented, showing the importance that the exhibitors attach to certain sorts for the purpose. In the class for new chrysanthe- m.ums not yet in commerce, first prize — the Association's silver medal — was awarded to W. Wells & Co., who staged a very fine display of their golden chestnut novelty, Bessie G. Payne. Second prize went to a novelty, Mary, that was a long way oft the first, shown by Mr. McLean; only one bloom was staged. M'-s. W. Iggulden, a sport from Mme. G. Rivol, Mrs. W. Hookey, a sport from Mrs. F. W. Vallis, and a G. Pa-tne best New Chrysanthemum not In Commerce. single called Miss Kate M. Cowan were the only other novelties in this class. In the pot plant classes for chrysan- themums there were many entries. Japanese pompons and singles were all represented but the culture was rather below the average. In the mis- cellaneous trade groups of chrysanthe- mums, W. Wells & Co. had a group of finely flowered plants arranged in a most effective style, edged and relieved here and there by au'umn foliage and ferns. Among the singles were Nar- cissus Marv Ellis, Crown Jewell Im- proved Robert Thorp, Mrs. Will Jor- dan, White Pagram, Kitty Bourne, etc. Large Japs of superior merit were also included. . Messrs. Geo. Williams & Son showed December 11, 1909 HORTICULTURE 827 a most interesting collection of cut flowers. Specially noteworthy were the huge strain of singles, almost worthy of the name of giant singles. Mrs. Chas. Howe, Leslie Spencer, Manor House Park, Caledonia, Mrs. Chamber- lain and Florrie King were some of the best. John Forbes showed a miscellaneous group, of which palms and foliage plants formed the background and among the numerous subjects worthy of notice were Bouvardias Bridal Wreath, Pres. Garfield, Elegance and Alfred Neuner, Salvia Glory of Zurich, Michaelmas daisies, Begonia Gloire de Lorraine and carnations in quantity, of which Enchantress, Nelson Fisher, Midas, Queen Louise, Enchantress, Robt. Craig, Britannia, Mrs. H. Bur- nett, Lady Bountiful, etc., formed no inconsiderable a portion. From Young & Co., of Cheltenham, carnations were staged in lightly arranged bunches in vases. They were Beacon, Irene, Brit- annia, Rosedore. Mrs. H. Burnett, Mi- kado. White Enchantress, Fortuna, Harlowarden and several others. A very good stand from H. W. Elli- son was contributed consisting of ferns nicely and effectively set up. Wilson & Co. also showed ferns. There were many fine displays of bouquets and floral designs from Scot- tish florists and some excellent designs were among the number: Specially in- teresting from an artistic point of view were the bridal bouquets. The Misses Todd exhibited a set each of a bride's bouquet and two bridesmaids' bouquets that were well worthy of a Paris flor- ist The dinner table decorations, seven in number, were on the contrary very poor in execution and scarcely worthy of so great a show. Fruit was numerous and formed the classes 71 to 8S. The chief products were grapes, apples and pears, but here again there were many small exhibits. The first prize in class 71. for a table of fruit, was awarded to D. Kidd. In this lot the decorative effect was of the highest order and the quality of the fruit staged amid surroundings of decorative chrysanthemums and smi- lax was excellent. Apples and pears on plates, grapes, Eros Maroc Muscat of Alexandria and Appleby Towers were remarkable fine examples of cul- tivation. In the grape classes, 72 to 79, there were S8 bunches shown in the usual English style. In one class for two bunches of Alicante. 12 exhibitors com- peted. The remaining classes, SO to 88, were well filled by numerous ex- hibitors and occupied a large portion of the space. Among the fruit and vegetable classes there were many and varied displays in most cases of a high order of merit. The jury, exhibitors and officers of the Society were entertained to din- ner, the chair being taken by Mr. Why- tock, president of the Society, and head gardener to the Duke of Buccleugh. C. HARMAN PAYNE. At the annual meeting of the El Paso County (Colo.) Horticultural So- ciety the following officers were elect- ed:' Dr. D. H. Rice, president; Dr. W. W. Arnold, first vice-president; J. F. Lilly, second vice-p''esident; F. W. Holman, secretary; W. W. William- son, feasurer; Fred Horn, .Tohn Berry and Edwin Pierce, members of sched- »te committee. THE FOLLIES OF 1908-9— WILL THEY BE REPEATED IN 1910? Charles Ileury Fox. Ijefore the Florists' Club of I'hiludelphia, December 7Ui, liX)9. It is highly probable that this title has an air of familiarity about it, for I believe it is a billboard term, but nevertheless this very negative sub- ject that I have chosen may help us as florists — I would rather say brother fiori.sts. After all, we are one and the sauie, and the names we arc known by — growers, wholesalers, and retail- ers— are terms designating the little corner we fill in the great game. You and I are neither independent nor de- pendent, but we are interdependent. Who says I am independent commits the worst folly of 1909, and I hope you will not find him in 1910. Pri- marily a lolly is the act of a fool. In order to succeed and advance our business we must not be fools. No one would commit the folly of selling, old stuff for fresh. No grower would purposely leave his carnation range closed at night when he should carry an abundance of air and a pipe, yet the folly of cutting the crop, shipping it the next day to the wholesaler, who in turn sells it to the retailer the next day or the next (as tiiey ji:at came in), and who in turn sells them to the customers (as they just came in), who comes back the next day to complain they were not fresh. Were they'.' Do we depend on each other? No one will question that. Are the follies of one the follies of all? This subject truly concerns all of us. We are a cosmic whole; what affects one afiects the other directly or indirectly. We do not know where it stops. Life is but a change, and we must change with it. What was O. K. five years ago will not go today. Our custom- ers are changing; they demand more, better goods, better service, intelli- gent service. I think I have a fine side light on this subject. What are gifts anyway? What can flowers be used for? Why are not n'.ore o£ them used at Christmas and on fvery occasion? Someone has said, "Flowers are frozen music. " Now there is hurdy-gurdy music and grand opera music; both have their use. But be careful you do not supply the hurdy-gurdy kind to a grand opera customer. We sell impressions, sentiment, and sympathy. Flowers properly used can form any expression you desire and will reach the sternest business man, as well as the most cultured and re- fined woman. Every birthday should bo garlanded with flowers. Every an- niversary should be honored with flowei-s. Married folks as well as single should remember St. Valen- tine's day and send flowers. A Thanksgiving table looks twice as good if flo^xers are used on it. But these sales cannot be encouraged as long as the public considers flowers extravagant, and almost a prohibitive lu.xury. We must get rid of these im- pressions, and the time to do it is when they want flowers. Have you ever stopped to think of the wonderful possibilities of the business we represent? Into what tlie bjsiness can be developed? What we must do to correct the errors in order to develop? One of the greatest of these errors is the extortionate prices at Christmas. No matter how good or how poor a season we have had, or what the outlook for the mid-winter and early spring social season may be, it is "wait for Christmas"; lay back; store the stuff; sail it down, and unload to your customei- at the highest possible price! Catch the dubs that want flowers for Christmas, and soak them good and hard. We think they have to have them, but they don't. They are ready at this holiday time to spend their money for gifts. All Fall you Kdimsuugh Show & Co.'s Exhibit of Chr.vsantbeuninis. 828 HORTICULTURE December 11, 1909 Decorative Dahlia Mme. Vanden Dael I'ure Wlilte. Peony Flowered Dahlia Qceen Wilhelmina Light rink. have led them along from cosmos and dahlias to chrysantheniuras, violets and orchids. You sold these at a profit, and pleased your customer, the wholesaler and yourself. You have spent good money, in advertising to bring the buyers to your store, but now with our 300 per cent, advance we un- dermine the good we have done all tail. All your advertising, all your ca- tering, all your good ideas are wasted energy. Instead of leading up to Christmas, and seizing the psycholog- ical monieut to persuade your cus- tom.er to buy flowers for Christmas gifts, und use flowcis in connetii'in with all otlior gifts, you turn on the cold water L^pigot, and give them a chill that they do not get -jver lor three or four weeks, with your extor- tionate prices. And for what, gentlemen? One <3ay. This one day ruins a whole month's business. You can't wipe it out of neo|)!e's miiiub. They will not go near a flower shop imless they are absolutely compelled to. When you turn on this cold water spigot, they Uu net get over it in thice or fi>;r wcelis or a year. Tiny may get over tlie .:hill. but thv? elTect of the ins;h prices at Christmas shows itself throughout the year; and you lower their vitality as buyers of flowe'rs, and when you turn it on again at the next flower season, be it Christmas, Easter, or Thanksgiving, you gradually give the;'n consumption, ;ind they leav.? us altogether. "\\"hy it is a yearly occurrence that for a week before, and three or four weekii after Christmas, the first re- mai-k a customer will make will be, "Flowers are awfully high now, aren't they?" Before you have had a chance to !;ay anything, showing what is up- permost in their thoughts. Now if those who tome into your store think that way, what nmst the thousand.-^ that pass by think? You know it is the thiiikery that does the work, and on thi.-! i.ccount they re- solve to buy gloves, confectionery, jewelry, etc.. and so florists lose thou- sands of dollars' worth of sales. Do these merchants advance theii prices because their cistomers want their goods? Not on your life; they are too clever. They have spent good money all season advertising and building up trade, and they are not y.ing to detract f:-(mi thai valuable at-.set, the customer, that they have pi-jcl.ologized into buying their wares just because tht^ic is nn increased de- mand foi them. 1 have actually heaid Horists say, direct, to tiie customer, who is com- plaining of the awful advance of 300 per cent., "'Well, flowers are very ex- pensive at Christmas, and we have a great demand for them and they are very scarce." And then your cus- tomer immediately thinks, "Well, it does not ha^e to be flowers; I am not going to be Buffaloed that way. Why not send candy at 80 cents per pound for the best, or why not jew- elry same price as at any other time of the year? — and it will keep, too, while flowers would be gone in a few days, anyway." So they go and spend their money elsewhere. Aside from this, we not only lose the sale but the confidence and respect of the cus- tomer as well. You will see flowers for sale the next day on the street at every corner at one-third less than you ask. Vio- lets for which you yesterday asked $].!S0 or .$2.00 per bunch— and^ by the way, violets are never worth $1.50 or $2.00; I mean a bunch of 50 — the next day after Christmas they will be poked under your nose for 50 cents per bunch If they were so scarce as you told your customer, how is it that there are so many on the street the next day? Gentlemen, put yourself in the po- sition of the retail customer and note the impression you get. Could you have confidence and respect for a business man who tried to charge you three times the fair price just because he thinks you must have the goods? Nov, though the retailer has much expense at this rush season, although he must employ extra help at high prices and he has extra delivery ex- pense, and he has extra wrapping ex- pense to protect from frost, and he must make good anything that is frozen, yet all this does not account for the exceedingly high prices asked by him. What is the reason? It Is the wornout system of irying to crowd out of one day's business the profit which should be spread over a month. We would make this profit, and more too, if prices were at a slight advance — say, 50 per cent. There would not be any to sell to the street man the next day. The commission man would be hap- pier, for if anyone has his troubles it is he. He is between the devil and deep sea, trying to please his store man and his grower. Yoti can go to any commission man a week before Christmas and he is afraid to tell you the price for fear his grower will de- c'are he is too low. How are we go- ing to sell under these conditions? Drop the follies of 1908. Let us be sane, and make a play for the biggest end of this Christmas shopping. Turn the tide our way, and explode this idea that the public has, that flowers are awfully extravagant at Christmas. Now, after all is said and done about follies of 190S, and extortionate high prices at Christmas, I must not be construed as an advocate of cheap prices or cheap work, but there is a vast difference between a square deal and "get what you. can" plan. December 11, 1909 HORTICULTURE 8^9 MARIE CORELLI SWEET PEA. Obituary. Albert Du Planty. Albert Du Planty, a pioneer florist of Vineland, N. J., died suddenly, Nov. 2;V at Johnson City, Tenn. Robert Marks. This capable gardener, long em- ployed as general superintendent of the estate of Mr. Darlington at Mam- aroneck, N. Y., died on November 29, aged sixty years. Andrew Irwin. Andrew Irwin, aged 75, died Nov. 28th, after an illness of twelve weeks. He was a veteran of the civil war and a life-long employee of the Pennsyl- vania railroad. Mr. Irwin was not connected with the florist trade but was the father of Mrs. Albert M. Herr, of Lancaster, Pa., treasurer of the Liadies' Society of American Florists. Raymond Moore. Following a very short illness, Ray- mond Moore, the only son of Mr. and Mrs. S. H. Moore, died Nov. 29, at his home, 94 Lake place, New Haven, Conn. Mr. Moore would have been 19 withiu a few weeks. He was a member of the class of 1909 at the New Haven High school and was a member of the High School fraternity of Theta Sigma. He was very popu- lar with his associates. Since gradu- ation he had been enijiloyed in his father's fiorist establishment in Chaj- ■el street. John Sellgman. John Seligman, wholesale florist of New York city, died on Sunday, No- vember 2S, aged 36 years. Mr. Selig- man has been ill and unable to at- tend to business for the past five or six months. He has been in business at 56 W. 26 street for four years, pre- vious to which he was engaged for thirteen years as a salesman in the wholesale store of M. A. Hart. He was an honest, industrious young man and the news of his death was received with sadness among the flor- ist trade. He leaves a widow a.nd two children. The business will be con- tinued under the management of his partner Joseph Levy. PROTECTION AGAINST INSECT PESTS. In his annual report just issued. Secretary Wilson of the Department of Agriculture says: "What we need is a federal statute which shall not only forbid the impor- tation or interstate transportation of injurious insects in all stages, with adequate penalties for its violation. The distinguished author (alluded to in the above name) was so pleased with this beautiful sweet pea, which Burpee will send out in 1910. when it was exhibited in London in 1909, that the name has been changed from Prince of Wales Spencer to Marie Cor- elli. We give below the introducer's description: This brightly colored variety might be described briefly as a glorified "Spencer" type of the popular grandi- flora Prince of Wales. Because of in- creased size and fluted character of flowers the effect is brighter and more pleasing. The flowers are brilliant rose-car- mine or red, of good size and fine form. The wings are a pure rich rose-crimson and the standard is the same with a tint of cherry-red. The whole effect is that of a brilliant crimson — clear, distinct and beautiful. The standard is large, round and wavy; the wings are full and inclined to remain boldly outright instead of drooping. The strong stems are long and usu- ally bear four blossoms each. The plant is very vigorous and free flower- ing. This is a variety that belongs in all first dozen sets and will become one of our standard shades in Spencers. but also provide for a thorough sys- tem of inspection and quarantine, at ports of entry, for nursery stock and other materials on which such in- sects may be imported, as well as a sufficient means of control of inter- state transportation of such materials. Such an inspection, in conjunction with the admirable systems now in existence in the states, would provide the country with a reasonable degree of protection against additional in- troductions of insect pests." The West Virginia Horticultural So- ciety, in session at Keyser, elected the following ofBcers: John Cornwell of Romney, president ; V. F. Alhire of Keyser, vice-president; A. L. Dairy of Morgantown, secretary, and H. L. Smith of Martinsburg, treasurer. '830 HORTICULTURE December 11, 1909 A MODEL OF FORMAL GARDEN- ING. Those who would lay out an estate after the fashion of the formal garden may well takB lessons from the mag- nificent effects obtained at Miramar near Trieste, the home of the lU-lated Maximilian of Mexico. Miramar, as tion. Appreciating this fact, many cities of this country have reserved and acciuired considerable land tor park purposes: have improved, and are maintaining the same in the best possible condition. First in this mo%e- ment were the cities along the At- lartie coast, out by and by the idea moved west and we have magnificent park and boulevard systems in the middle west. Railroad Gardening. the name might indicate, lies next the sea, and this serves as basis for the plan.. „ _ ^ Up from the beach tne first terrace slopes gently, almost imperceptibly, a hollow square. At the center there is a formal, circular flower bed. Thence north, south, east, west, walks of pav- ing stretch. At either side these lead to stairs of stone, ascending to the heights. A railing of heavy pillaring helps here wonderfully. On the top, too one has this heavy rail. Miramar's great charm, however, is the porches along the sea. These, by simple addition of a trelllsed root, are covered with vines of varied sort, through whose leaves the sunlight fil- ters Miramar is an almost unoccu- pied chateaux. It ranks, however among the most ^Plf ^lY^, "^ ^" continent. FELIX J. KOCH. LAND DEVELOPMENT FOR CIVIC BEAUTY. Alistract from a paper read before the National Laud Congress at (.W^S';. , ^°- veml-cr 18. 1909, by E. F. A. Relnisch, Topeka, Kans We are just beginning to under- stand the mission of the landscape gardener, the importance of his work and the value of the park as a means of instructing and familiarizing the public with the possibilities and beau- ties of the art of landscape develop- ment We are educating the people to appreciate the beneficial influence of the beautiful outdoors on the moral as well as the physical conditions of society. We have learned to realize that beside the esthetic our parks have a great economic value in as much as they raise the standard of health, hap- ■ plness and contentment of the people, especially in large centers of popula- Railroad station parks offer a great field for the landscape gardener of the future. In the past little more has been done in ornamentation ot station grounds than planting of ten- der greenhouse material, or bedding plants, which are generally grouped into more or less appropriate designs, carpet effects, names and trade-marks. This is not landscape gardening in its proper sense It is Quite expensive and transient, as the beds have to be renewed every year and at best only last a few months in this latitude, leaving the ground bare and unsightly from the time of the first frost in fall till the warm weather in May. The landscape gardener uses hardy mate- rial such as trees, shrubs and herba- ceou.': plants. This material is cheaper and the plantings perennial; it gives a more natural effect and is attractive the year around. What could be more pleasing than a gener- ous expanse of green turf with a back- ground of varying forms of masses of shrubs with the ever-changing tints of toliagp and succession of flowers? In winter the different colors of bark raiicje through all the tints of white and gray to almost black; yellow and crimson to brown, contrasted with the heavy green ot the interspersed ever- greens. Besides the ornamental— the emer- gency and economic plantings play an important part in railroad garden- ing, such as screens for shutting out unsightly features which are beyond the control of the railroad manage- ment, hedges along the property lines, snow hedges to protect cuts from fill- ing up vith snow and lastly timber plantings for posts, cross ties and tele- graph poles. The Santa Pe railroad has carried out this simple plan of using hardy plants for the embellisli- niont of station grounds and has im- proved most of the larger stations in this manner; several grounds are more than one acre in extent. This area of well kept rich green turf, fringed by a background of masses of shrubs with a varying skyline, is a picture long remembered by the weary trav- eler. Besides the Santa Fe, the Union Pacific maintains well planted station parks and at present is branching out into timber culture in planting exten- sive tracts of land with catalpa for cross ties, etc. Other large roads are planning systematic Improvement ot their stations in the same manner. beautiful green lawn with a fringe ot shrubs and a tew trees to give shade and coolness during the hot summer days He can also have a summer house pergola, tables and benches; however rudely built, they are ot great comfort, and their enjoyment much more than pays for the little cost and t.ouble of ouilding them. All these things adn to the comfort and beauty of the home, and have a ten- dency to forestall the discontent with farm life of the growing up sons and daughters of the twentieth century farmer. Give the home and its sur- roundings a touch of beauty and re- finement, set apart a little portion ot land for play and recreation, and you will have destroyed the monotony of farm life, and the city will have far less attractions to the young folks. In- stead your place will attract your city friends and a visit to it will be a great privilege to them. County Parks. I would also suggest rural parks, owned and maintained by the county or township, provided with shelters, necessities and conveniences for hold- ing picnics, and other meetings, and gatherings for play and recreation. These parks, and good roads, will go far toward elevating the standard of environments of the farmer and make country life more desirable and beau- tiful. Adorning the Home Grounds. The proper planting of trees, shrubs, vines and hardy perennials for the adornment of the home grounds ex- tends the habitation beyond the mere walls of the house, and makes for the inhabitants a beautiful, large and grand living room outdoors, and a pleasant sight for the passerby. It is within the reach of every farmer to have a WORK OF THE BOSTON LAND- SCAPE CLASS. On page S31 we give two illustra- tions of the work which is being done by the Landscape Class of the Garden- eis' and Florists' Club of. Boston. The upper illustration shows the student's solution of the problem ot locating a house and stable in suit- able positions on an irregularly and awkwardly shaped lot of land of very uneven surface, the outlines ot which, as well as of the buildings, were given him. The lower picture illus- trates the original typographical con- dition of the lot, and also shows the grades which the student has estab- lished. His further task, as shown by the plans, has been to arrange con- veniently a driveway and paths, and to produce a good general landscape C'iTsct. The arrangement of trees, shruD- bery, flowering plants, fruit trees, small fruits and vegetable garden Is a branch of the work in which the practical young gardener has a de- cided advantage over the so-called landscape architect. With the growing demand for the creation of large residential estates all over the country at the present time, there are greater opportunities for the trained gardener having prac- tical knowledge of landscape con- struction than ever before. The com- mendable work ot the Boston Land- scape Class will do much to enable tho ambitious gardener to avail him- self of these opportunities, and will at the same time enable him to meet the landscape architect on the van- tage ground. the class meets every Tuesday even- ing, 7.30 p. m., at Horticultural Hall, Boston. Visitors are always welcome and will find the proceedings very in- feiesting. December 11, 1909 HORTICULTURE S^ PLANS FOR LAYING OUT A SUBURBAN ESTATE By a Pupil of the Landscape Class of the Gardeners' ant\ Florist-;' Club of Boston "J J 831 Lay out and Planting Plan Grading Plan 832 HORTICULTURE December 11. 1909 About New Carnations "The present season, which had ;given no special promise of any strong favorites among the new intro- ductions, has now brought forward several new sorts which are quite sure to attract no small amount of attention. There are several varieties which surely have qualities deserving the attention of all carnation growers. Such varieties as Admiration, Dor- othy Gordon. Sangamo, Shasta and the two well-known sorts. Alma Ward and Mrs. C. W. Ward, furnish the ex- "pert with promising varieties to say the least. Besides these already men- tioned there are Mary Tolman, Con- ■quest and Scarlet Glow to be included -with the list which is steadily length- ening. Admiration was closely inspected 'last season by visitors to the carna- tion convention in Indianapolis and :made many friends at that time. It would be surprising if this variety did mot fulfil expectations. The growth is 'very strong, clean and healthy. The stem is stiff and the flower very at- tractive. The flower is a satiny, clear pink, between Winsor and Winona, which holds well through all degrees ■ of sunshine and it is a grand keeper :and shipper. Dorothy Gordon and Sangamo both Admiration appear to be sterling sorts, and are especially promising in the general habit of growth. Mrs. C. W. Ward and Alma Ward have been admired by carnation grow- ers for some time and there is no Alma Ward doubt that many will be glad to be able to get stock of these varieties. Mary Tolman should sell well for its color alone if for no other reason. It is a light pink with plenty of life and a favorite in the retail trade. Conquest may be termed a fancy, somewhat after the style of the old favorite Prosperity, but having a pink background instead of white. It is very attractive and it is hoped that this sort will fill the place left vacant by Prosperity. Scarlet Glow will be remembered by those visiting the carnation con- vention in Indianapolis last season, as it was shown in excellent form and also gave a good impression to those seeing it growing at Lafayette. Shasta has many good points, one of the strongest being keeping quali- ties. The color is clear and always true, form is good and in general It seems to be a good sort. An item of considerable importance as regards the value of any of these varieties is keeping qualities. This must be considered, as it is becoming of more vital importance each season. We must have sorts with good habit of growth, freedom and several other qualifications, but the keeping quali- ties are too often considered of little importance. This will not do, as it is largely because of this quality that the carnation is such a strong favo- rite among flower buyers and it is every carnation grower's interest to do everything possible to increase this popularity. December 11, 1909 HORTICULTURE 883 New Everblooming Crimson Rambler Rose , FLOWER OF FAIRFIELD , Flowers in June and continues constantly in bloom until frost ; identical in appearance with the old Crimson Rambler. Orders booked now for immediate or Spring import. Strong field-grown plants, $35.00 per 100; $320.00 per 1 000, f. o. b. Boston. I R. & J. FARQUHAR & CO. Seedsmen and Nurserymen 6 and 7 South Market St., Boston, Mass. BEGONIA GLOIRE DE LORRAINE The Finest Stock Ever Seen in Boston Awarded Silver Medal of the Massachusetts Horticultural Society three weeks ago See Them or Write for Prices Before Buying Elsewhere ! R. & J. FARQUHAR & CO. j 6 and 7 South Market St., Boston, Mass. Greenhouses: Poplar St., Roslindale, Mass. i L6ai Gn 834 rtORTl CULTURE December. 11, 190» PHILADELPHIA NOTES. James Mapes, the Rustic Work and Natural Foliage expert at Clayton, N. J., is having an excellent demand at present for window boxes, laurel and pine branches, and other materials for rustic effects. Berger Bros, are exhibiting a new pink rose from Stockton & Howe, Princeton, N. J., said to be larger and finer than Bridesmaid. Our opinion and further particulars will be forth- coming soon. Leo Niessen Co. — especially the ju- nior member of the firm, Arthur Nies- sen— are keen admirers of John Cook of Baltimore, and look with especial interest on his latest new rose, "Ra- diance," which they think is bound to create a great sensation in the near future. Edwin Lonsdale reports from Lom- poc, Cal.: "All well and family set- tled on the Burpee Seed Farm Decem- ber 1st." Some views and reviews from his experience there we hope to pub- lish as soon as space permits. Mrs. Lonsdale's health has already im- proved wonderfully in the glorious cli- mate. We regret to report that our veteran horticulturist, W. K. Harris, has not grown any stronger during the past month or two. His old friend, Robert Craig, was over to see him last Sun- day (December 5) and found him cheerful of spirit and as indomitable as ever; but very weak and wasted physically. Many other friends, the leading horticultural lights of our com- munity, are frequent and anxious visi- tors these days. The Michell Purity Aster which we illustrate herewith has attracted con- siderable attention in the wholesale flower markets during the past season. We understand that the Michell Co. are to introduce it in 1910. It is espe- cially desirable for cutting on account of long, strong stems and branching habit. The flowers are of excellent form and texture and snow white. We are informed that tor freedom of bloom there are few strains on the market today that can approach this. "Ha! Ha! Mr. Rice, I fool you once! I open your book at the right page. So send along that clothes brush to yours truly. — Kansas." "My dear Mr. Rice: I found the page all right. It's at . I need that clothes brush ; also a wash boiler. Ship same at once to yours truly, , Buffalo." These are samples of some of the entertain- ing replies received by M. Rice & Co. MicHKLL Purity At>TiiR to their "follow up letter" for their new catalog. We may mention that the brush is a good one. and that this office had no difficulty in finding the page and the phrase. Godfrey Aschmann remains a hardy perennial in our midst. He can show his guests around and talk to them as his advertisements entertainingly indicate. "Great statesmen may die; great financiers may die; even God- frey Aschmann may die — but bis plants live on forever!" That's one of Godfrey's own phrases — quoted with glee by one of Godfrey's rivals in the plant business of Philadelphia. So you see it's the City of Brotherly Love all right. nock and C. E. Meohan of Pennock- Meehan Co., Pliiladelphia; W. J. Palmer and Mrs. Palmer, Buffalo, N. Y. Visitors in Boston: James Comont, representing Carter, Dunnett & Beale, London, Eng.; Robert Paterson, Port Jefferson, N. Y.; B. O. Orpet, South Lancaster, Mass.; Ed. Roehrs, Ruth- erford, N. J.; A. Zirkman, represent- ing M. Rice & Co., Philadelphia, Pa.; E. Andre, Trinidad, B. W. I.; E. J. Harmon, Portland, Me. PERSONAL. Christian Rosenquist, a florist and gardener, ot Oakland, Cal., has been committed to the Stockton Asylum for the insane. Charles W. Smith, for many years secretary of the Rhode Island Horti- cultural Society, is seriously ill at his home, 3 9 Angell street. Providence, While his advanced age is looked up- on by his attending physician as un- favorable to his speedy recovery, hopes are entertained that he will be able to attend to his vsval duties in a short time. Visitors in New York: S. S. Pen- THE BEST LETTERS FOR W^ fe THOSE FLORISTS' n^ \ MADE USE i \ B BY THE Boston Florist Letter Co. 66 PEARL ST., BOSTON N. F. McCarthy, Mgr. Order direct dealer. . InsU or bur froD on bavins your the local supply BOSTON IntcnptioDS, Emblemi in Stoel , etc. , Always December-ll, 1909 HORTICULTURE -885 Japanese Bamboo Canes Illuitraiion showing process of bleaching and straigh/eniiig Horsishoe Brand Shimizu Bamboo Canes aver fire. Horseshoe Brand Bamboo Cane s are known to be first class by all who have used them. They are well cured, well packed and of full length. We give below prices on the general line, for advance orders. It takes sometimes nearly five months to get them here via Suez and early orders are advised. Six and eight feet Hakone Stakes will arrive Feb.-Mar., 1910. Hakone Stakes Shimizu Bamboo Commonly Used by Growers in this Country for Supporting Various Plants. 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ft. long .$8.00 . 9.00 .10.00 .14.00 .20.00 .25.00 .30.00 per bale of 2000 ' 2000 " " 2000 " " 2000 " " 2000 " " 2000 " " 2000 Western buyers please apply for quotations on the above f. o. b. their city. We can also have 8 ft., 9 ft. and 10 ft. packed 1000 in a bale. Aokumazasa Bamboo Very Thin and Strong — for Supporting Carnations, -for etc. 4 ft. long $8.00 5 " " 9.00 6 " " 10.00 per bale of 2000 " " 2000 " '■ 2000 Green Colored About 5 ft. long " 4 .• <■ " 3% " " " 3 ■' " " 2 " " •' IVa ■• " 1 Bleached and Straightened Hakone Stock — Very fine grade for Supporting Chrysanthemums, etc. 4 ft. long $12.00 per bale of 2000 5 " 6 " 20.00 " " 2000 25.00 " " 2000 35.00 " " 2000 50.00 " " 2000 60.00 ■' " 2000 70.00 •• " 2000 9 10 Yellow Bamboo Poles Much Stronger Than Above. 15 ft. long About 160 in a bale $100.00 per 1000 15" " .. .From 100 to 125 125.00 " 1000 15 '■ " ... " 50 " 75 200.00 " 1000 Ackuma Bamboo $12.00 per bale of 2000 12.00 3000 11.00 " " " 3000 10.00 '• " " 3000 10.00 4000 9.00 4000 7.00 " " " 5000 Ralph M. Ward CO. Co. Order Your Cold Storage Lilies Now For 1910 Delivery 12 West Broadway NEW YORK CITY «36 HORTICULTURE December 11, 1909 Some Holiday Essentials The illustrations on this page were taken at the plant-growing establish- ment of the Robert Craig .Company, Philadelphia. In addition to those shown here we have others which will appear later. The poinsettia, not- withstanding the avalanche of gaudy cloth imitations with which the coun- try has been flooded for several years past, continues to hold its own as a Christmas favorite. One plausible reason for the acceptance of the arti- ficial poinsettias for some purposes is found in the softness and proneness to wilt which the natural material has sometimes been guilty of. But this is not the fault of the plant but of the grower. Poinsettias are not the only subjects that have suffered severely in reputation because of in- discreet and unreasonable forcing. Craig's is one of the places where these unnatural methods are not employed, and if we had more Craigs we should see fewer artificial poinsettias. The picture shows the method of growing in pots for win- dow decoration, and in low pans of small plants for use on the table. The other illustration gives some idea of the vast quantity handled by this establishment. The dwarfs in four- Inch are very popular and house after house is devoted to this size. They are bought mainly tor making up in basket and design work and anyone who knows anything of our ninety million country can imagine the immense de- mand. There is a dwarf pot (or tall pan) — a compromise between a pot and a pan — for which we have not yet found an appropriate name — I suppose a "deep pan" would express the mean- ing—anyhow, these, filled in eight- Inch with poinsettias surrounded by ferns or asparagus are fine specimens for window plants. The ten-inch flat pans have shorter plants, mixed with foliage, giving a broad or flat effect, such as is necessary for table decora- tions. Many houses are devoted to this size and an immense business is done in same. Madame Pedrick Azalea, according to Mr. Craig, is far and away the best Christmas variety extant. This stands in the same class as Vervaeneana does for Easter. Another favorite azalea for Christmas seen here in fine shape and in quantity is Hexe, a miniature or dwarf form, brilliant crimson which was popularized by Sander under the name of Firefly. Crotons — or more properly Codiae- ums — are the subject of the remain- ing illustration. These richly colored plants have long been a leading spe- cialty with Mr. Craig, who has un- doubtedly done more to popularize them than any other man in America. The first and third specimens shown are the new variety Edwin Lonsdale, one of the most beautiful, sturdy and free-growing varieties ever introduced. The second in the picture Is Fascia- tus, the best yellow foliaged sort, and the last is Delicatissima. We would refer our readers to the excellent ar- ticle on the culture of Codiaeums by that expert grower, George P. Stew- art, which appeared in our issue of November 27. Crotons (Codiaeums). Different For.ms of Poinsettias. Sji^^^^^s^^^iihr'^^'iw ^^^^1 ^^^^^^^ ^^^8 ^zz^^^? ^Pyxk 3B31 ^^£ "^ ^ -» j^^, ^'^ ^^'^^ig \. ^ ■•'>•■-.• ■- vV' --'UJaial^BR^^v ■- rx-i-d** iaamiwaiM iMsa s^^^niasi pPSfG; ^^Svi'^ .''^''' - .-'•^-.^^^^g^tflv^^^' rl-..^^ ?,« ipvB^sras^^ 4 '^ ' ' ^J^ w/MmMmsm ^M^^2d : :^i^}-mm. House of Poinsettias, at Craig's. December 11, 1909 HORTICULTURE, 837 CRAIG QUALM Y" STANDS OUT EVERYWHERE. Craig Specialties Christmas 1909 POINSETTIAS Finest we have ever grown. 8-liKh pots S12 per luo 4-liic)i pots $25 per lUO 5-iiuti pots $83 per 100 7-lucli paus, 3 plants with ferns $12 and ?lo per doz. 8-lnch pans, 3 plants with terns SIS per doz. 0-Inch pans. 3 plants with ferns $24 per doz. S-inoh low pans, 5 plants with ferns $1.'> per doz. 10-lnc-h low pans, 6 plants with. . ferns $24 per doz BEGONIA LORRAINE Mostly of the Improved, bright colored, long keeping Lonsdale pink; but also a good supply of Agatha, and other types. 3-lnch pots $20 per 100 (for basket work) SMi-ln. pots $25 per 100 (for basket work) 4-lnoh pots $85 per 10(3 5-lnch pots $6 per doz. fi-lnrh pots $9 and $12 per doz. 7-lnoh pots $15 and $18 per doz. 8-lnch pots $24. $.30 and $36 per doz. 12-lnch pans, specimens $6 each CYCLAMEN Craig Giant Flowered 4-lnch pots $25 per 100 5-inch pots $fi. $n and $12 per doz. 6-Inch pots $12, $1.5, .$18 and $24 per doz BERRIED AUCUBAS Fine plants, well berried, 7 and 8-inch pots at $15 and $18 per doz. SOLANUM (JERUSALEM CHERRY). Well berried, 6-inch pots, at $6 and $7.50 per doz. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS 214-Inch pots $4 per 100, $35 per 1000 AZALEAS One full house of that sterling variety MadMine Patrick; also a large quantity of Ile.ve, Vervaeneana, Pauline Hard- ner, etc. 5V>-Ineh, 6-Inch and 7-inch pots at .$0, $12. $15 and $18 per doz. Larger plants.. at $2, $2,50 and $3 each. OTAHEITE ORANGES Plants with from 3 to 12 fruits at 25c. per fruit. FICUS PANDURATA The best of all house plants. 6-ln. pots. 22 to 24 in. high. .$24 per doz. 6-ln. pots, 28 to SO in. high. .$3U per doz. THE ANSWER /^UR stock for the Holidays ^^ is superior in quality to anything we have ever grown, notwithstanding the high standard maintained for years. You are cordially invited to call and in- spect same. If a thousand perfect Cycla- men plants in full bloom were spread out in front of you at Christmas — splendid ! Two thousand — my goodness ! Five thousand — Gosh! But twelve thousand — three houses full of them — Words fail! They are here. Come on up and feast your eyes. Same with Poinsettias, Lor- raines, Azaleas, Berried Plants, and all Xmas Staples. H ouses an d h ouses of th em. " Greetings and Welcome you'll find here before you. And t/te oflener you come the more we 'II adore you. ' ' CROTONS Finest collections of Crotons in America; exceptionally well colored. 4-luch pots $25 per 100 5-lnch pots $50 and $75 per loO 6-lnch pots $9, $12, $15 *; $18 per doz. 7-Inch pots $2 and $2.50 each 8-inch pots $3 and $4 each Made up plants. . $5, $6, $7.50 & $10 each J NEPHROLEPIS WHITMANII 8-Inch pots, strong. .$12 & $15 per doz. 9-lnch Azalea pots, very hiuulsiune plants $24 per doz. NEPHROLEPIS TODEAOIDES The best of the upright growing Ferns. 4-!nch pots .$20 per 100 einch pots $6 and $9 per doz. Larger plants at $12, $15 and $30 per doz. NEPHROLEPIS SCOTTII 6 Inch pots $G and $9 per doz. 8 inch pans $12 per doz. 10-Inch pans $18 and $24 per doz. NEPHROLEPIS BOSTONIENSIS 8-inch pots $12 per doz. 10-inch pans $18 and $24 per doz. 11-inch tul>s $3.50 and $4 each NEPHROLEPIS AMERPOHLII Philadelphia Lace Fern 4-inch pots $20 per 100 0 inch pots $6 and $9 per doz. 8-lnch pots $12 and $15 per doz. DRACAENA MASSANGEANA Kest of all Dracaenas for the house. 6-lnch pots, well colored, $13 and $18 per doz. DRACAENA FRAGRANS 6-in. pots, strong plants, $6 & $9 per doz. DRACAENA TERMINALIS 3-lnch pots $15 and $-_'n per 100 4-inch pots $25 per 100 DRACAENA LORD WOOLESLEY 4-in. and 5-In. pots, at $6 & $9 per doz. ARECA LUTESCENS 5-ineh pots $6 and $7 .50 per doz. fi-In. pots, very heav.v, $15 & $18 per doz. 7-ln. pots, very heavy $24 per doz. PANDANUS PACIFICA fi-lnch pots $12 per doz. 7-inch pots $18 per doz. PANDANUS VEITCHII Well colored; for basket work. 2% Inch pots $23 per loO BOXWOOD PYRAMIDS SH to 4>2 feet high, well shaped. In tubs.. at $3.50. $4 and $4.50 each PHOENIX ROEBELENII Most sjitisfactory plant; It is as dura- ble as a Kentia and as gniccfnl as a Cocos. 414-Inch pots. .$9 & $12 per doz. GARDENIA VEITCHII 5-Inch pots $35 per 100 ROBERT CRAIG CO., Phiiadelpliia MARKET and 49th ST. Branch : Norwood, Pa. IT WILL HELP US AND YOU IF WE HAVE YOUR XMAS ORDER EARLY. 838 HORTICULTURE, December 11, 1909 SELECT FERNS for FINE STORE TRADE We offer a grand lot of exceptionally well-grown plants of the different varieties of NF PHROLEPIS which will be found one of the best selling and most profita le plants that florists can handle. Our stock is in unusually fine shape, and we will guarantee it will please the most exacting, as it is exceptionally good value at the prices quoted. IMPROVED ELEQANTISSIMA. The finest of all this type. It was introduced by us in 1905. This form of Elegantissima has been greatly improved, and shows no tendency to revert to the Boston, making it the most valuable fern of this type. Strong plants, 4 in. pots, I3.00 per dozen; 6-in., $6 00 to I9 00 per dozen — according to size; 8-in., J12 00 to $18.00 per dozen — accord- ing to size. SUPERBISSinA. Introduced by us in 1908. A very unique and distinct novelty. Its distin- guishing characteristics are its dirk green foliage and jense growth. Fronds are very heavily im- bricated, making them very dense and compact. Strong plants, 4- in. pots, I3 00 per dozen; 6-iD., $6 00 to $9.00 per dozen — according to size; 8-in., Ji 2 00 to $18 00 per dozen — according to size. BOSTONIENSIS, PIERSONI, WHIinANI, SCOrXII. Extra fine plants, 6 in. pots, I6.00 per dozen; 8-in. pans, J 12.00 per dozen. F. R. PIERSON CO., Tarry towi\-on-Hudson, New York CANNAS ■ A select list of 30 extra good sorts, very heavy supply. DAHLIAS Jack Uose, Virginia A. Maule aud mauy of tlie free Ulooiulug Uiuds tlint pay. Very large clumps, critically grown. _ GLADIOLI America, Augusta, Jessie, May, Mrs. Kiug, i-riuceps— the extra good oues for florists: good for all purposes; sur- est bloomers. IRIS The cream of over 500 sorts. Every florist should grow a few; they add variety aud pay well. OXALIS Deppel — Lasiaudra — Shamrock. PfiONIAS 1200 sorts — greatest collection world- wide. La I'^rauce (I.em.). M. M. ''a- husac, liaroness Schroeder, Milton mil, P. Uuchartre, La France (f. M., Sara Bernhard). Marie Stuart, Dorches- ter, etc., iu extra supply; strong plants. VINES Cinnamon and Madeira vines. An excellent growing season has given us very fine clumps, bulbs and tubers. Our "supply is very large— ex- ceptional quality. Send us a list of wants for Sl'KCIAL LOW PRICES. Our aim is to have the best sorts, best quality, harmonized with low prices — too low for the quality. WE CAN USE QUITE A LOT OK ITEMS IN EXCHANGE, CARNATION R. C. etc. C. BETSCHER, Canal Dover, Ohio. CHARLES H. TOTTY Wholesale Florist Chrysanthemum Novelties My Specialty Madison, N. J. NEPHROLIPIS MAGNIFIGA TllK HRNRATIONAf. NOVELTY StrsDC 2H In. »took. $25.00 per 100. WHITMANII m-la., $40.00 (M-r 1000; 3H-ln., from Baoek, $8.00 per 100. BOSTON FERNS $30.00 per 1000. H. H. BARROWS & SON, WKITMAN. MASS. tC^ PREPARE FOR GHRISTMIS -^^ lleadqiiarters for Begonia Gloire de Lorraine. In perfect bloouiin;: ronditiou, 6 in. 5()(.-, 75(.-, .i;i.OO; 7 in. $1.25 to $1.50. I luive Ibe deep pink :iiid the liglit i)ii]k varieties. Ferns, Scott ii. Boston, Amerpuhli. Wliitinani iiiid Todeaoitleb, iu 7 iu. pots, 95c, $1.(K). $1.25. $1.50. Boston and Todeaoides, 5M; in. ■^5f and 40('. Primula, Chinehe in ldt»uin. hest euluis. J. F. lUipp strain, 5^4 In. pots. $2.50 to $;i.l)n per duz. Primula Kewensis (yellow novelty, will bloom in Feb. aud March) 4 in. 15<.-; 5V1 in- -ov each. Asparagus riuniOF>a Nana. 2V> in. 3c; 4 inlOc. Sprengeri, 3 in. 5c; 4 in. 10c. Kentia Forsteriana, bi;; stocl;. 35 to 50 in. Uigh, $1.50, .$2.00. $3.00. Made up. 50 in. hiixii, $4.(10. Kenfia Belmoreana, 4 in. 25l-; 3 in. for fern dishes. 10c. K. Forsteri- ana, 4 ill., 20 in. hiiJ^h, 20c. Latania Borboniea, 4 in. 2(lc. Areea LnteM-ens, ^^ in. ni;ule up, 35c to 40c. Cocos Wedileliana, 3 in. to 3^^ in. 15c, ISc, 20c, 25c. Begonia (iraeilis, deep red, and new Iniprjved Erfordi, 5i/4 in 25c. Vernon, 4 in. 10c. Fernw in 0 in. pans, made up iif three plants such as Pteris Victoriae silver leaved fern, V. Wllsoui, I*. Wimsettl. 30c. These pans are very attractive aud sell at si.L.'^Iit. Adiaiitnni cnneatum. 4 in. 10c. Jerusalem Cherries, full of berries, G iu. pots 2o<; 35c and 50c. ARAUCARIAS Excelsa, G in. pots. 4 years old. 20 in.. 2.") in., :iU in., oo in. high, $1.00, .$1.2.^, .$1.50. Exielsa itUuK-a I blue trees), 4 ye.-irs old. (J in., .fl.2."), .fL.'iO, .$1.7.5. Robnsta eom- pafta, 4 to 5 years old. 6 in. puts. .'( to 4 tiers, $1.2.''>, .$1.50, $1.75 to $2.00 each. Ferns for Dishes. A good assortment 2^ in. pots. $4.00 per 100. -Vzalea Incltca, in bloom for Christmas. Mad. Petrii-k best early donble pink, 7.»c, $1.00, .$1.25 to $1.50. Deutsche I'erle. pure double white, and "Vervaeneana. double variejrated rose. 75c. $1.00. $1.25. •$].."in tu .$2.00. Azaleas, all sorts for Easter, at .5(lc. 7.5c, $l.nu. $1.25, $1..50. .$2.00 to .$:;.1)0. Please state if wanted in or out of Pots. Cjclampn GrandiHorum in bud and bloom,, 4 in. 25c. All Plants Travel at Purchasers' Risk Only. Cash with order please. WHOLESALE QROWER AND inPORIER OF P jTT ED PLANIS 1012 West Ontario Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. NEW SEEDLING ROSE "RADIANCE" .\ -Needling from Cardinal, a brilliant rosy carmine with rich opaline tints in the open flower; the form is fine, large, with cuppeil petals; bud Inng, brilliant, radiant, with extra long stems ; a constant b'oom- er, very fragrant, foliage abundant and of splendid substance. 2% inch pots $18 per 100, ready for delivery in March. Cask f?oni Httkno'.un crrrespondeytts. JOHN COOK, 318 N. Charleg St., Baltimore. Md Roland's Xmas Plants Per Doz. Oranges $74.00 to $48.00 Ardeslas 12.00 to 36.00 Dracaena ternijnalJ6 9.00 to iS.oo Begonias j.8o to 36.00 Primulas 3.00 Cyclamen 5.0110 36.00 Azaleas. 6.00 to 36.C0 Pnlnsettias 3.00 to 15.00 Ericas.. iS.oo to 36.00 Camellias 18.00 to 24.00 Cane and sre our stock : ^reevhouses 39 niiHuies from t^orth Stativn ., Baton Thomas Roland NAHANT, MASS. December 11, 1909 SURPLUS BULBS HYACINTHS Per I'o Doulile Named $4. BO Double Umiamed -.'•^5 Slugle Uuuamed 2.35 DOUBLE Tl LIPS Impet'atup Rnbrorum 2.25 Rex Uubronim l.Uo Superflue Mixed, early 75 SINGLE NARCISSUS Priuceps maxlmus 2.25 Golden Spur 1.75 Poetlcus Burbldgel 50 DODKLE NAKCISSU8 Albo pleno odorato 50 Von Sion, True Daffodil I.UO Von Slon, Double Noae 1.80 Mixed 80 POLYANTHUS NARCISSUS MIXED .85 To secure these prices must meniion this paper. JAMES VICK S SONS, Rochester, N. Y. HOKT I CULTURE J339 To Clean Out nUTC*1 HYACINTHS A No. t Bilbs, Rose. Red, Ddrlc Red. ^Vhite Pure White, Bl.ie Blush W-.ite, Light Blue, Dark Blue, and Yellow; all single, $1 50 per i j ; $io oo per ico3. C4LLA »TH|1P1CA. Bulbs i inch Diameter. Fine Healthy Bubs, $200 per 100; $ 5 00 per I003. 3 0,000 Oladio i America Bulblets, $5.00 per 100. Larger Lot> Estimated. Berrydale Experiment Gardens, ROUTE NO I, BO.X 54. HOLLAND, MICH. IWIPORTANT Flowering, Foli"gean(l Decorative Plants for immediate delivery. AUo fine list of Christmas and Easter Plants Also others. Write for our descriptive catalogue. Sent free. A. SCHULTHEIS 316 Nineteenth St., College Point, N.Y. Canadense, Super- bum, Single and Double Tigers, named Elegans, LILIES Tenuifolium, Wallacei, etc. German and Japan Iris, Delphininm For- D30XI1IU. Gl>tcloiJ, t'allHe. Cinnaiiion Vines, Madeira VineM. Hj'aclutlius Couperias, Mflla and Be^sera. Write for prices. EC nil I CD Wading River ■ Oi niLLCIf L.I., N. Y. PALMS, FERNS AND DECORATIVE PLANTS JOHN SCOTT Rutland Road and E. 45th St. Xa 28()o Bedford BROO KLYN , N . Y. PLANTS BAMBOO STAKES j Stamtoid Telephone, 1130 itamford. New York Telephone, 7254 Mad. FERNWOOD NURSERY STAMFORD, - CONN. New York Office, SO W. 30tii Street 1 2 inch Bush, fine strong plants at $0.20 14-16 " " " " " at .25 18-20 " " extra strong stock at .35 24-26 " Large Bushy Stock, a bargain .50 Pyramids all sizes 30 inches to 9 feet. Diit Cheap. NOW COMES CHRISTMAS ^Beautiful Cyclamen, Begonia Qloire de Lorraine, Azaleas, Poinsettias and Filling Stock, a fine collec- tlan of FERNS, Bostons and Scotti, 6 inches to 12 inches. A grand assortment of 4-inch ferns for Hamper work. Table Ferns always on hand. A fine selection. COME IN AND SEE US. Mail Orders Receive Special Attention. ' iris Pallida Dalmatica ' I Iris Pallida Uaimatica I C No florist or landscape-gardener can afford to be without a good J « stock of this beautiful hardy plant ; it is beautiful in the border, 9 C and beautiful in floral decorations; easy and strong grower. J % In c lor, a beautiful shade of lavender, similar to the darkest » * shades of Vanda coerulea. » « $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. » I J. A. PETERSON 1 I McHenry Ave., Westwood, CINCINNATI, O. | LOOK1 LOOKI LOOKI A Chance of Your Lifetime. Never to Return. HYACINTHS, single in separate colors, per lOOO. $12. O. HYACINTHS to nrme, fle'trude, Giganlhea, .Moreno. Kobert Fteiper. Roi de. Beiges, Hsron van Thuyll, pink and white. Grandeur a Mer- veille, Madame Van der Hoop, La Grandcsse. L- Innocence P..ix de L' Ku.one. Grand Maiire, C?ar Peter, King of the Blues, Lord D.rby. Outen of the Blues. R^gulu=. A 1 Hyacinths are true to name and of tine qual- ity, per lOoo, $22 oo. A fine stock of BOXWOOD, in all sixes and shapes, specimen EVERGREENS Pot grown DEVIZIA LEMOINEI, and LILACS, now ready for delivery. TULIPS, single and double in separate colors per looo. $4 oo Anus $6oo per looo B.-lle Alliance lo oo " Cardinal's Hat 500 ' Diiche-s de Parma 500 " Rose Blanche 400 " Yellow Prince 500 La Cicdeur 8,00 " CROCl'S, striped, white and purple, $r.5o per 1000, F. W. O. SCHMITZ, Prince Bay, N. Y A. N. PIER80N, Inc., Cromwell, Conn. FULL LINE OF PALMS AND FERNS Send for Catalogue 840 HORTirrULTURE December 11, 1909 ^ ^ THE McMJ FLORISTS ATTENTION! ^ Once more I bring my specialties to your notice. They are rich and rare. Carry them in stock and you distinguish yourself. You attract the best trade. Your store attains a position that it can never get without these gems of the floral kingdom. Dendrobiums IVhere is the lady who does not admire them ? I CATT What Floral Work is C( AM HERE T( ^ In Holiday Stock I offer Cattlej valliana and Harrisoniae, Odonto| Vandas, Calanthes, Dendrobium and Insigne, Phalaenopses and Lae Gardenias, White and Yello «W.s,28,h«^J^|y|£3 1^ ^i(y^J(sfJSsfj(y^y^f'^^^jf\fjfifj(\fj^^^^ December 11, 1909 HORTICULTUHE 841 ^'^M/tAMAl^X^^MMAibX^^MMj VNUS WAY FLORISTS ATTENTION! ^ I handle more of this choice material than any other dealer in the country and am in a position to supply you regularly. Fresh ship- ments come in every hour of the day. Handling and packing are done in the most careful manner. Long distance is no drawback. Vandas IVhat can compare with them for richness and elegance ? EYAS iplete Without Them ? SUPPLY YOU Labiata, Trianae, Dowiana, Perci- ssum Grande (The Baby Orchid), rmosum, Cypripediums Leeanum s. Daises, Lily of the Valley. EW YORK . 759 Madison Square IcMANUS ^ — O-^ ^'^^W^1l^W\>v1^w^1^^>1l^ 842 HORTICULTURE: December 11, 19G9 ^iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiiiii niiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiiiim ii iiiiiiiiii^ I ORCHIDS ORCHIDS | = Our stock of Orchids was never larger or finer than at present, the great variety we cany 5 E enables us to supply you with = Orchids for Any Purpose 1 = From the tiniest little botanical orchids with flowers scarcely visible, to the large and 5 S Gorgeous Cattleyas. E = We have just received the following freshly imported Orchids : Cattleya Warnerii, C. E = Qigas, Hardyana type and Dendroblum Phalasnopsis Schroederianum, all in fine E S shape. We also ofTer a lot of fine bulbs of Calanthe Veitchii, also materials such as S S Peat and Moss, Baskets, Books on Orchids, etc. Write for prices. S I LAGER ®, HURRELU wVummit, N. J. | niiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiimiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii- SOME RESULTS OBTAINED BY GERMAN PLANT HYBRIDISTS. In a lengthy intei-esting article from the pen of Walter Danhardt, published in a recent number of Moller's Deutsche Gardner-Zeitung, and in which the earlier dependence on English, Ameri- can and French hybridists of roses, carnations, chrysanthemums, dahlias, and herbaceous perennials is freely acknowledged, attention is drawn to the great advances made by the Ger- mans in various directions. If German novelties in plants re- ceive but scant notice in the garden- ing press of England and France, more particularly the latter, the reasons for their silence are not intentional, but are due to the lack of interest in the German's endeavors to work in this field; and of looking around. Among cultivated plants which mostly have been improved by German hybridists and cross-breeders, and outside the em- pire are greatly valued and admired are the English or Odier pelargoniums. Among professionals it is well-known that the name Burger is inseparably connected with these plants in their improved form; and it is likewise gen- erally known wherein the improve- ments consist. He has after many years of effort succeeded In obtaining a new dwarf race, which produces 90 per cent of seedlings true to the type; that is, that the dwarf habit of the Burger race remains unaltered in al- most every seedling; and in union with this is a great variety in coloring in the flowers, and other features. After innumerable crosses of florists' varie- ties and botanical species, Herr Burger succeeded in getting a dwarf, compact, bushy race of plants, which he re- crossed with such Odier varieties as Mabel, Mad. Thibault, and Perle von Wien, which have no lilac tint in their flowers. From these crosses he got 20,- 000 seedlings in which scarcely two colors were alike, and the lilac tint was almost wholly obliterated. This amount of progress was frustrated by the cross- ing with the taller race, and the re- sulting seedlings grew higher again. Tliis malheur being at length got rid of, the colors had to be improved. There was a scarcity of the scarlet color; and in order to obtain this crossings with brick-red and scarlet- flowered zonals was undertaken — an uncommonly tiresome work. Burger was unsuccessful at the first in his efforts to obtain a zonal pelargonium as seed parent, a zonal being always used as the pollen parent and the zonal blood was predominant; moreover, the seedlings were mostly unfruitful, and for further work, useless. Attempts were then made by grafting the one on the other; but this sexual union was at the first not a success, but finally this disinclination was over- come by inarching, followed fortunate- ly, by the formation of seeds, and the raiser obtained brick-red colored seed- liui^s: as for example, Perle von Hal- berstadt, and the carmine-red Feurball, out of which sprang the pure scarlet- colored varieties. There was now a new feature to be gained, for the scar- let varieties had lost through the in- fluence of the zonal blood the charac- teristic spot of the true Odier pelargo- niums; and in order to replace it crosses with the spot-free scarlet, and the spotted violet-flowered varieties were made. These crosses had, how- ever, not been successful, as the scarlet color was spoilt by the influence exert- ed by the lilac-colored varieties; and further crosses and re-crosses had to be made till this fault was at length oblit- erated, and brilliant colors with beau- tiful dark spots obtained. By the in- fluence of the zonal blood in the Odier face of pelargoniums, growth and fo- liage were improved. Growth was more luxuriant and vigorous, the fo- liage more sappy and of a darker tint, and above all, it withstood the attacks of greenfly, the chief plague of the English pelargonium. The raiser is still at work on the problem how to obtain varieties immune to the plant louse: and he is hopeful of obtaining by further crosses with zonal varieties. Chance has played a role in the devel- opment of the new English pelargo- niums. He had crossed ten years ago varieties of Pelargoniums peltatum with his seedlings, but he had obtained no visible results thereby with P. pel- tatum; and yet the P. peltatum had im- parted very valuable properties to the new race which had for several years remained in abeyance, and which in many cases were awakened all at once, viz., the capability to bloom more than once. The pretty variety Ballkonigen, is one of these and it shows distinctly its P. peltatum origin. This fact is a valuable lesson for all hybridists, viz.: that valuable features of the par- ent plants often appear after a numer- ous series of crosses. The varieties of Herr Burger's raising have all the prop- erties of continuous flowering, are. indeed, "hybrid perpetuals"; and the plants bloom the more abundantly when they are not allowed to set their seeds. It was once said that these new pe- largoniums come true from seed. It may be stated that seedlings in gen- eral grow better and remain healthier than plants raised from cuttings. The seeds may be sown from July to Sep- tember, and the seedlings by good treatment may be as good as cutting- raised plants, and make excellent ware for selling purposes. It is an unpleas- ant fact that the seeds vegetate irregu- larly; but this misfortune may be over- come in future. The varieties Burger has been so fortunate as to raise from his numerous crossps, extending over a long series of years, are worthy of the attention of hybridists and gardeners in other countries, no other section of the pelar- gonium family possessing their good characteristics. FREDERICK MOORE. December 11, 1909 HORTICULTURE 843 Bobbink & Atkins Nurserymen and FlorUts Rutherford, - N.J. PYRAMID BOXWOOD 2% ft $1.00 each i'A ft $3.50 each 3 ft i.oo each 5 ft.... 4.0U eai h 3V. tt 2.50 each oMsft.... 5.00 each 4 ft 3.00 each t! ft.... li.oo each EVERGREENS We have a large quantity and fine assortment of small Evergreens for Window Uoxes and Vases. 10-12 Inches $20.00 per 100 12-15 Inches 25.00 per 100 15-18 Inches 35.00 per 100 KENTIA8 AND BAY TREES Our stock Is larger and finer than ever. We can fill orders for all sizes, r.nd any quantity. RHODODENDRONS In all bright colors: fine forcing vari- eties; good value. $6.00, $9.00, $12.00, $15.00 and $18.00 per dozen. POT GROWN Per doz. Per 100 Azalea Mollis $4.50 $3oM0 Ueutzia (iracilis, pot grown 2.00 15.00 Donlile Flowering Cherry 15.00 Kniilish Hawthorn, double seal let 12.00 Ijilac Charles X, Marie Le Graye, extva size, for 8-9 iuch pots 10.00 Mains, Flowering Crab.. 12.00 I'l-unus Triloba, Standard 1.5.00 Prunus Triloba. Bush 9.00 Staphylea Colchica 9.00 Viliurinim Opulus 6.00 Weigela Eva Rathke 12.00 Wistaria, blue 12.00 Dicjytra Spectabilis 6.00 Au*uba Variegated, for window boxes, 12-15 inches 4.00 Aucuba, fine plants, 18-24 inches 9.00 Kolmia Latifolia 9.00 Magnolia, pink ..1..50 to 2.50 ROSES li. P. low budded, 2 yr., fine stock for forcing in pots: following varities Sl.5.00 per loo. $120.IAI per 1000: Gen. Jacqueminot, La France, Paeo- nia, Ulrich P>runner. P.aron Bonstcttin, Marie Banman. Fiau Karl Druscbki, Baroness Rothschild, Mrs. John Laing Gen. Washington, Gabriel Luizet, Magna Charta, Mme. Plantier, Mrs. R. G. Sharuian Crawford. Crimson Rambler, Home Grown: Per doz. Per 100 2 yr. old: 2-3 in., well branched, own roots. . . $2.00 $12.00 2 yr. old: 2-3 in., well branched, budded 2.00 12.00 3 yr. old: 3-4 in., well branched, own roots... 3.00 15.00 3 vr. old: 3-4 in., well branched, budded 3.00 15.00 Dorothy Perkins, strong, field grown 2.00 15.00 Baby Rambler, Half Standards, 30 in. high. 9.00 Lady Gay. 2 yr. old 15.00 Baby Rambler, dormant, field grown, selected, budded plants 16.00 Anny JIueller, dormant plants, 2 yr. old (Pink Baby Rambler) 16.00 A visit to our Greenhouse end Nursery wl'l cnnvince vnu we have the qualify that give.s satisfaction. ^^'e have a tine selection of Nursery pro(hi'-ts. Shall be pleased to give special prices on lists. As/c lor Wholcsah Catalog. BETWEEN YOU AND ME, What do you think of the Buyers' Directory and Ready Reference Guide. You will find some good offers there also. Important Announcement To Carnation Growers At the earnest solicitation of a large number of commercial and prlTate growers, the Cottage Gardens Company has decided to disseminate this year the two famon» carnations MRS. C. "W. -WARD and AUMA W^ARD Two varieties which are well known to all the leading growers of the country. Pour years test In the New York market has demonstrated their popularity and good staying qualities. For the past three years we have been growing from fifteen to twenty-five thousand o( each, during which time they have always COMMANDED THE HIGHEST MARKET PRICKS, and at no time has the supply been equal to the demand. On the exhibition table they have taken the HIGHEST HONORS, and we believe It is safe to say these two carnations STAND WITHOUT AN EtiUAL.. INVITATION We extend a cordial invitation to all those Interested to visit our establishment* where they will have an opportunity to see them growing and compare their good points with other standard varieties grown under the same conditions. MRS. C. 'W. "WARD MRS. C. W. WARD Is a perfectly formed flower with full centre; color deep pink several shades lighter than Lawson, deeper than Wlnsor; having strong, erett stems 24 to 36 Inches In length. A vigorous, healthy grower and has never shown disease of any kind. A very early and free bloomer, producing fine flowers as early as September 1st, which bring from twenty-five to fifty per cent more than any other variety on the market. The keeping qualities of this variety are remarkable. Several shipments of blooms sent to li:ur(>pe reached their destinations In perfect condition, and wherever exhibited it has always been the last to show signs of wilting. AWA.RDS Societv of American Florists. Silver Medal, Boston. 1906; The Craig Cup for Best Seedling. Philadelphia, 1906; The Lawson Bronze Medal, Washington, l»o8: The llor- ticultui^il Soi icty of N. Y. Silver Medal, Sweepstake prize for best 100 blooms. New Viirk, lliiiO; The Horticultural Society of N. Y. Diploma, for best new variety. New York, 1UU9. R.ooted Cuttings Readx December 15th .?2.00 per 12, $12.00 per 100, $100.00 per luOO. $95.00 per 1000 in lots of 2500. 25 at the 100 rate, 250 at the looo rate. AUMA "WARD This beautiful Carnation is pure white delicate splasbings of piuk similar to the ALMA WARD is the largest and most perfect flowers 3% to 4M; inches lu diameter length. This mo.st remarkable variety takes American Beauty Rose among mses, and awarded numerous prizes including the The Lawson Silver Medal, Torcuito, The Lawson Gold Medal, Washington, Silver Medal, Washington, 1908. cxcefit during dark weather when It shows Cattleya Orchid. Increasing its popularlt.v. flagrant Ca'rnation ever grown, producing on strong, erect stems 36 to 42 inches in the same place among carnations as the has, during the past four years, been fallowing: 11 ti7, (No Gold Medal having been awarded); lOoS: The Society of American Florists $3.00 per 12, $5.00 per 500. $120.00 per 1000. Ri>otecl Cutting's Ready January 1st S, $9.00 per 50, $15.00 per 100, $35.00 per 250, $65.00 per Cottage Gardens Co., Inc., QUEENS, LONG ISLAND, N. Y. A Few Left the New Da-wson Rambler Roses DAYBR.EAK and LADY DUNCAN 3 year old Plants $1 each, $10 per doz A Large Stock of Choice Conifer<;, Deciduous Trees and Shrubs and Hardy Herbaceous Perennials EASTERN NURSERIES. JAMAICA PLAIN, MASS. HENRY S. DAWiON, Manager WANTED CALCEOLARIA, in 3-4 in pots -price per (00 KNICHT & STRUCK, No 1 Madison Ave., IV ew York 844 HORTICULTUli: December 11, 1909 HARDY ROSES For Forcing Ready for Immediate Delivery The rlglit time to buy Koses Is wlieii tliey are tresli and well ripened. Roses potted up In tbe fall or late winter liecome better estnblislied and fone lietter, and are far more satisfactory in e\ery way, and you can retard or force at your leisure. We recommend the American-grown "Eamblers." Don't attempt to force Imported Ramblers; the general experience Is that they are failures. somethij.g^New in Rose. ^^^^ Standard Baby Ramblers Tliese are Bal)y Ramblers, grown on stems or standards about one and a half feet high, and will be a novelty for your trade you cannot profitably overlook. They are offered for the first time in this country In the following varieties: B.4BY CATHERINE SEIMETH (Halt standard). White. 45 cents each, .i;4.FiO per dozen, .f.35.no per 1011. BABY "STARS and STRIPES" (Half Standard). White and red grafted on the same plant; most attractive, 00 cents each, S5.(10 jier dozen, $40.00 per 100. DABY DOROTHY (Half Standard), Deep pink. 60 cents each $0.00 per dozen, .$45.00 per 100. BABY B.VMBLER (Half standard). Crimson. 45 cents each ?4.50 per dozen, $.35.00 per 100. Hardy Perpetual Roses We offer extra strong foicins two-year-old dormant, low- budded stock, in tlie following varieties, true to name. Price, "6c. for 5 (of one variety), $13.00 per 100, $110.00 per 1000. Alfred Colonib. Carmine. Anne est of the single Roses tor forcing. Extra strong, two-year, field-grown, $3.25 for 10, $30.00 per 100. WEDDING BELLS. A seedling of the Crimson Rambler. The most floriferous Rose yet produced. The color Is white with the upper part of the petals soft-pink. Fine for forcing. Perfectly hardy. Extra strong two-year-old field-grown flowering plants, 3 to 4 feet. $2.28 tor 10, $16.00 per 100. LADY CW. A seedling from the popular Crimson Rambler, which It resembles in habit and general effect. The flowers are of a delicate cherry-pink c»pe Gar- dening is indtpptnsab!e lo those who would have the pleasantest homes, 250 page catalogue free. Write to-day. The Home CorrespoDdence School Dept. H. Springf'eld. Mais. Prof. Ckaig Rhubarb Clumps Wented I want 5»oco Rhubarb roots at once. Communicate at once vi h WARREN SHINN, Woodstown, N. i. n* up Apr Wakt field and ^ucccsslon. UMODHUL $i.co ptr icoj. $8.50 per io,o;o. r An5Lt T $1.25 per 1000. I CTTIIPC I^'B Boston. Boston Market and Lu I I UuC Gtaod K»pids. $t.oo per looo. f'ASH WITH (IrDBR R. VINCENT, JR., & SONS CO. White Marsh, Md. 846 HORTICULTURE December. .11. 1909 High Grade Half-tone and Line Engraving CUTS IN THIS ISSUE MADE BY US. HUB ENGRAVING CO. 173 Summer St., - Boston, Mass. Burpee's The Leading American Seed Catalog for 1910! An Elegant Book of 178 Pages, — it is "Thk Silent Salesman" of tha World's Largest Miil Order Seed Trade. It tells the plain trulh about the Best Seeds that can he grown,— as pr ived at our famius Fordhook Farms, — the largest, most complete Trial Gnmnris in Ameiica. Handsomely bound with covers lithot;raphed in nine colors it sh )ws, with the six colored platf-s. Nine No/el i'-s and Specialti-*s in unequaled Vegeia les, and five of the finest Bautiful New Klowers, including t*o superb "Gold Medal" Spercer Sweet Peas. Wiih hund eds of illustrations from photographs and cuefully written descriptions it is a Safe Guike to success in the gar 'en ani sh >uld be consulted by every one «ho plints seedi. whether for pleasure or profit. While too costly a book to send unsolicited (--xcppt to our regular cu-tom»rs), we ae pleased to mail it FREE to every one who has a g'irJen an 1 can appreciate Quality in S EPS. Shall we mail You a rooy? If so, kindly name tJns paper and write TO-DAY! W. ATLEE BURPEE & CO. Burpee Building Philadelphia ^^** Oar Blue List containing wholesale prices for florists and Market Gardeners mailed free. Send for a copy. as follows: Grass, $147; caraway, $63,052; linseed, $168; nasturtium, $767; rape, $207,657; canary, $406; flax, $1,163; mustard, $7,254; poppy, $11,9S4; spinach, $406. Taking into consideration large shipments through the Amsterdam consulate, the total seed exports to the United States in a good average year may be estimated at from $450,000 to $500,000. The year 1908 showed a general de- cline in the volume of trade of many leading articles, and seeds, being to a certain extent luxuries showed a decreased exportation by some $100,- 000, the exports via Rotterdam having dropped to $192,406. With the general business revival during 1909, how- ever, more seeds are again finding their way to America, the exports during the tirst two quarters of the year being as large as previously, with increased heavy shipments re- cently, since .the harvesting of this season's crop. There seems to be a slight upward trend in the prices of the seeds, which mainly interest the American buyers at present. In caraway seed there has been some heavy buying, owing, it is said, to the fact that orders booked for October delivery have proved hard to fill, as supplies are some- what low. Stocks in brown and white mustard are also a little below nor- mal, poppy seed seems very fine, rape eeed is quiet. Prices quoted on Octo- ber 20 in not less than ton lots, f. o. b. Rotterdam or Amsterdam per 112 pounds gross were: Caraway seed, 1909 crop, $7; brown mustard, 1909 crop, $8; white mustard, 1909, choice, $4.75; 1909, 1st, $4.62, 1909, 2d, $3.88; poppy seed, 1908, 1st, $7; canary seed, $2.6S; rape seed, 1908, choice, $4.18, 1909 broadleaf, $3.75. At these prices seeds are guaranteed to be unmixed Dutch grown. William A. Duncan, formerly a seedsman in St. Joseph, Mo., is in bankruptcy. Assets, $5,700; liabilities, $10,000. INTERNATIONAL HORTICULTUR- AL EXHIBITION AT BRUSSELS, 1910. In order to correct many erroneous views it is authoritatively stated that German horticulture will be repre- sented, as well as German art, indus- tries and manufacture. There will be no special gardens as is commonly in- ferred, but gardens will be laid out facing the halls and other buildings of the German section in which, accord- ing to the scheme of the Imperial Commissioners, as far as possible all branches of horticulture will be unit- ed in one harmonious whole. By this ONION SEED We are extensive growers of and dealers in choice varieties. Write for prices. We are also submitting contract figures for the 1910 crop. Schilder Bros., Chinicothe, Ohio arrangement the various objects and their uses and employment will be shown in a practical manner and their value brought fully into notice. Custom charges and rent for sites in the open air are not to be taken into consideration; and rail charges in the German Empire will be reduced one- half, and no charge is made for trans- port on Belgian lines. LILY OF VALLEY PERFECTION PIPS loco, $14.00; case of 2000, $26.00 Can be forced into flower January ist. SELECTED 3 YEA.R OLD 1000, $11.00; case of 2500, $26.00 W. BLLIOTT ca SONS. 42 Vesey Street . . . NEAV YORK December 11, 1909 klOKTI CULTURE 847 HEADQUARTERS Christmas Greens Holly Wreaths. XX, Jiosoperioo; Michell's Special, §1 2.O0 ; Michell's Extra Special, $15 oo per roo. Holly. The very choic- est, well berried, will sell on sight. Single Case, 2'x2'x4' or 16 cubic feet, $500; 5 Cases, S2250; 10 Cases, $42.50. Laurel Wreathing. Michell's extra heavy. 25 yards or over, 5cper)ard; 100 yards or over 4^c yard; 1000 yards or over 4c yard. Mistletoe. Well berried, perfect foliage. Case, 16 cubic feet, $10 00 ; smiller cases at $5.50 and S3. 00 Lycopodlum, $8.00 per 100 lbs. Lyco. Wreathing, 66.50 per 100 yards. Green Lump Moss, per bbl.. Si. 50. Sheet Moss, S2 75 per bbl. sack. Sphagnum, bbl. bale, 75c. CHRISTMAS GREENS, SEEDS, PLANTS, SUNDRIES HENRY F. MICHELL CO. Two Stores: 1018-518 MARKET STREET, PHILADELPHIA LEONARD SEED CO. CONTRACT GROWERS AND WHOLESALE DEALERS BEANS, PEAS, SWEET CORN, ONION, GARDEN SEEDS OVION SETS FLOWEK SKEDS Get Our Prices E. K7NZIE STREET. CHICAGO CATALOGUE Designing and Illustrating For llcristfi, seedsman', etc. Phnto^Tnpbs and (U*si;,'iis of all kinds carefully made and promptly submitted. CEO. E. DOW _ 178 Washington St, Boston, Mass lis I ie I BtRMUUA LILItS Harrlsil and Longiflorum. Selected. Lilium Longif orum Oiganteum C. S by the case of 300. THOMAS J. GREY CO. 32 south Market Street, Boston, Mass. ESTABLISHED 1802 Finest strain of Long Island grown Early Jersey Wakefield C bbage and other high grade seeds for Market Gardeners and Florists. SEND FOR PRICES. M. THORBURN & CO. 33 Barclay Street NEW YORK NEW PRICE LIST of my celebrated winter flowering Sweet Pea Seed Is being mailed. If yon hare not received a copy please send for one. N«w crop of seed will be ready aroand July l£tk neit. ANT. C. ZVOLANEK Bound Brook, - - - New Jersey MY GIANT CYCLAMEN are ahead in Qrowih and Flowers. Bloodred, Carmine. Da>break, Liloc, Pink, Pure White. White carmine e>ed, each separate Tr. Pitt. $1 0-, ito- Seeds $6 oo. Above even mixed Tr. Pl-t 7';c, -ooo Seeds $5.00, For larger quantities, special quo:ation. O. V ZANCEN,Seedsmn,HOBOKEN,N. I. SEED for FLORISTS TRUE IRISH SHAWROGK 2 :;c Trade Pkt.; $i.oo per oz. Stocks, Candytuft, ^^aivias, etc ,etc. Trade list for Fiori'^ts and Dealers only- Schlegel & FoHler Co. 26 & 27 So. Market St., BOsTON, MASS. BRIDGEMAN'S SEED WAREHOUSE RIGKARDS BROS. Props. 37 East lath St., - HEW YORK CITY SPIRAEA Japonic?, Multiflora and Floribunda GLADIOLI, THE BRID^^, JAPANESE LILIES, LILY O THE VALLtV Joseph Breck & Sons Corp. 4r-54 NO. Market st., bost>n, mass. C AULIFLOWERS^ A B B A C E LILY OF THE VALLEY PIPS. HJALMAR HARTMANN & CO. Longangsstraede 20, COPENHAGEN, DENMARK. 848 HORTICVLTUSC December 11, 1909 NEWS OF THE CLUBS AND SOCIETIES THE AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY. The coming Rose Show is gaining attention in various ways. Mr. John Cooli of Baltimore, Md., sends on a prize of $15 for the best 50 My Mary- land. Robt. Scott & Son, Sharon, Hill, Pa., say, "We would like to offer a prize of $25 for the best vase of Mrs. Jardine." The Conard & Jones Company say: "We offer a prize of $4 for the best pot-grown Amer- ican Pillar, and also $4 prize for the best six sprays of the new rose, American Pillar." Henry A. Dreer of Philadelphia, $5 for the best six plants In bloom of Harry Kirlc and $3 for the second prize for the same. Peter Hen- derson & Co., New Yorli City, for the test vase of roses, not less than 25 nor more than 50 blooms, one or more varieties, arranged for effect, acces- sories in other flowers, foliage and also ribbons permitted; exhibitors may supply their own vase for this prize; first prize, $15, second $10. The Dlngee Conard Co., for the best pot- grown new rose, "Charles Dingee," first prize $4, second $2. For the best blooms of "Charles Dingee," first prize $4 and second prize $2. His Honor, Mayor Breitmeyer of Detroit, offers a prize of $100 for exhibit of pot-grown roses. The Horticultural Society of New York under whose auspices this show is to be held in the American Museum of Natural History, 77th St. and Cen- tral Park West, are desirous of having an exhibit commensurate with the splendid quarters ottered to the ro- sarians of America for their display in the greatest flower-consuming city in the world. BENJAMIN HAMMOND, Sec'y. Fishkiil-on-Hudson, N. Y. FLORISTS' CLUB OF WASHINGTON. The regular monthly meeting of the club was held at Gude's Hall on Tues- day evening last. The principal busi- ness was winding up the loose threads of the late flower show. Certificates of merit were awarded Wm. R. Smith of Botanic Garden, Wm. Byrnes of Department of Agriculture, R. Vincent Jr. and Sons of White Marsh, Md., Mepsrs. Dudley of Parkersburg. W. Va. and Mrs. L. Z. Leiter of Washington, D. C. A vote of thanks was tendered Wm. F. Gude for refreshments. A committee composed of Wm. F. Gude, Geo. Cooke and E. C. Mayberry was appointed and later reported the following resolutions on the death of Geo. Hayes Brown, Siipt. U. S. Prop- agating Gardens and Public Parks and Buildings: Resolved, Whereas this organizatlou has lost by death of G. H. Urown an honorary meuilier, one whose fellowship was uplitt- liiS and ennobling; And whereas The fommunlty at large loses the services of one who combined in himself the qualities of a valuable public servant and devoted husband .-md father, and a generous public-spirited citizen; Therefore, be It resolved by the B'lorlsts' Club of Washington, D. C, thai we record an expression of the keen sorrow felt bv each memlTer in this loss and extend to the family of onr late nieniber our deep sympathy In their bereavement. Be It further resolved, that this resolu- tion be spread upon the minutes and a copy forwarded to the family of the late George Brown. WM. C, HALL. The New Secretary of the Canadian Horticultural Association. The gentleman whose portrait is here presented is a Montrealer, born and bred. His age is 38. He was brought up in a market garden, but in 1S96 he built a small greenhouse and started growing plants for market — a line in which he had had little ex- perience, but with hard worlc and regular perusal of the florist trade papers, he succeeded in working up a good business and in 1902 a partner- ship was formed with George A. Rob- inson under the firm name of Hall & Robinson. The business has been a William C. Hall success from the start, Mr. Robinson attending to the producing end and Mr. Hall the business management, and they have now 45,000 square feet of glass, growing a general line of stock for their store on St. Catherine street. West. Mr. Hall's selection tor the position of secretary of the Horti- cultural Association, is universally approved. AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. Carnation registered by Backer & Co., Billerica, Mass. Red Prince. J. H. Manley x Queen. Scarlet. Size 3 to 314 inches. Con- tinuous bloomer and free. Does not burst calyx. Holds color in hot weather. Stems 24 to 30 inches from start. A. F. J. BAUR, Sec. CHRYSANTHEMUM SOCIETY OF AMERICA. Work of Committee. Chicago, III. — Constellation Single, white. Exhibited by James Living- ston. Lake Geneva, Wis. 80 points. FLORISTS' CLUB OF PHILADEL- PHIA. The toi)ic of the day for the month- ly meeting of the above club was ably handled by Chas. Henry Fox, and turned on the perennial subject of supply and demand in the cut-flower tiade. All the orators, both growers and commission men. had something good to say, and ably held their ends up. Adolph Fahrenwald, Leo Niessen, Robt. Kift, Edward Reid, John Mclntyre, Robert Craig, Joseph TIeacock, Samuel S. Pennock and John Westcott were the principal speakers. Antoine Leu- thy, Boston, was a visitor. A new car- nation was exhibited by Henry Eich- holz, a sport from Enchantress, named 'Washington"— Lawson shade of pink; also a white chrysanthemum, a sport from Helen Frick. We understand the stock of the carnation has been sold to the Chica.go Carnation Co. Edvvard A. Stroud's subject for Jan- uary meeting will be "Establishing a retail trade in a growing community." ELBERON HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. The society held a meeting on De- cember 6, 1909. President Peter Mur- ray was in the chair. It was decided to make a carnation night of the first meeting in January. A paper will be read on the "Culture of Carnations." The season's competition for points started at this meeting. The score was as follows: B. Duncan, 90 per cent for mushrooms; A. Bauer, 90 for Neph- rolepis Amerpohli; P. Ewen 85, W. Seymour SO, W. Bryan 70, and B. Wey- coff fi5, for carnations; Grieb; 55 for lettuce. ALEX. FLEMING, Rec. Sec. LENOX HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. At the annual meeting of the Lenox (Mass.1 Horticultural Society on De- cember 4, ofllcers were elected as fol- lows: President, George Foulsham of Highland; vice-president, George Breed of Naumkeag; treasurer, Walter Jack of Spring Lawn; secretary, George In- stone of Allen Winden. The officers will be installed in January and Presi- dent Foulsham will then announce his committees and the date for the ball which will take place In January. N. Y. AND N. J. ASSOCIATION OF PLANT GROWERS. At the annual meeting of this Asso- ciation Dec. 7th, 1909, the following were elected: President, Julius Roehrs, Jr.; Vice- pres. A. L. Millei ; Secy., Wm. H. Sie- brecht, Jr.; Treasurer, H. C. Steinhoff; Directors, Louis Dupuy, F. R. Pierson, J. Roehrs, Sr., and David McKenzie. NETHERLANDS SOCtETY FOR BULB CULTURE, AT HAARLEM. At the last meeting of the commit- tee for tuberous plants, first class cer- tificates were awarded to show dahl- ias Flora, Brigadier and Debutante; and an award of merit to show dahl- ia Sr.ow storm. necember 11. 1909 ^ HORTICULTURE 849 r ■ Holiday Flower Transfers Orders entrusted to us will receive careful attention. Deliveries Made in United States and Canada and Principal Cities in Europe. ALEXANDER McCONNELL Cable Address: ^"7 t Ci^fU AvP NPW \ fWU Telephone: ALEXCONNELL OJV 1^11 Lll /A.VC., i"'lCW I Ul IV 487-488 Murray HUl riiiuiiiiiiiEiiiiniiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii^B = PARIS LONDON BERLIN I [Christmas Deliveries in Boston and Vicinity I i We are prepared to deliver in good shape, flowers, plants, or made up work E s as ordered. Florists at a distance may transfer their orders by mail, tele- s s gram or 'phone to us with a certainty of prompt and careful attention. s THOMAS F. GALVIN, Inc. I 124 TREMONT ST. BOSTON, MASS. CONSERVATORIES | L~ Telephones: Oxford 1736-1737-1738 Boylston, cor. Fairfield St. Tel. Back Bay 2023 5 niiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiimiiiiiiiiiiiiiuiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiitiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiHJ 9 \ \ Cut Flowers and Design Work OF HIGHEST QUALITY Delivered to Residences, Steamers, or Theatres in I New York City and Vicinity. b Transfer Orders for the Holidays Carefully Filled. YOUNG & NUGENT, 42 W28.hst^, New York \ 850 HORTICULTURE December 11, 1909 JOHN BREITMEYER'S Cor. Miami and Qratiot Aves. DETROIT, MICH. Artistic Designs . . . High Grade Gut Blooms We cover &1I Michigan poinU end sood ■ectiona of Ohio, Indiena and Canada. WILLIAM J. SMYTH FLORIST Oor. nicblgan Ave. and 3lst St., CHICAGO We ship to all points in Illinois and Iowa. Phones: Douglai 744, Douglis S23, Doufias 740 THE LORIST HAUSWIRTH F Out of Town orders for HospltaU Carefully filled. 232 Michigan Ave. CHICAGO jtUDrroRruH annex Tel. Hirrieon S8t SAMUEL MURRAY Florist Coates House Conservatory lOU BROADWAY, KANSAS CITY, MO. Both 'Phone* 2670 Main. WASHINGTON. D. C. ■^S^ QUDE'S The Far-Famed Flowers of TORONTO Delivered on mall or telegraph order for any occasion. In any part of the Dominion. JOHN H. DUNLOP, 06 Yonee St., - Toronto. Ont. The Park Floral Co. J. A. VALENTINE, Pres. DENVER, COLORADO WILLIAM L. ROCK FLOWER CO. Kansas City, - - Mo. will carefully exeonte orders for Kansas City and any town in Missouri or Kansas. ^ Flowers °p Quality BUFFAI.O, N.Y. W. J. PALMER & SON, 304 Main St. 'Of Interest to Retail Florists New York. — Tbe Newman Floral Company has vacated the flower store recently opened at 10 East 45th St. Boston. — C. S. Champney, who re- cently opened a flower store in Post Office Square, reports encouraging support. The location is a new one for the florist business and results will be noted with interest. Hartford, Conn. — The partnership existing as Caverley & Risley, florists, has been dissolved by mutual consent and Mr. Risley retires from the firm. The business will hereafter be con- ducted by Caverley & Co. The firm has been in business here for the past eight months and has hothouses on Annawan street. 'egg;gg& e§gggj=^/ gggggfi^' sss I STEAMER DEPARTURES ^ American. Si St. Louis, N. Y.-S'hampton..Dec. 18 ^ Atlantic Transport. Mcsaba, N. Y. -London Dec. 18 Cunard. Ivernla, Boston-Liverpool Dee. 14 Carmanla, N. Y. -Liverpool. . .Dec. 15 French. La Lorraine, N. Y. -Havre.... Dec. 1« Hamburg-American. Patricia, N. Y. -Hamburg Dec. 18 North German Lloyd. Kr'n Cecllle, N. Y.-Bremen. .Dec. 14 Keckar, N. Y.-Bremen Dec. 16 Red Star. Lapland, N. Y.-Antwerp Dec. 14 White Star. Celtic, N. Y. -Liverpool P^"^- Jf », Majestic, N. Y.-Shnmpton. ..Dec. 15 ^^ Cnnopie, Boston-Mertiter'n IXw. 18 m Cymric, Boston-Liverpool Dec. 15 W NEW FLOWER STORES. Newton, Kans. — Elwood Kline. Waterbury, Conn.— Alex. Dallas. Toronto, Ont.— S. A. Frost, College street. New York City.— Sharkey, 36 East 28th street. Beatrice, Neb.— Dole Floral Co., Ella street. Elkhart, Ind.— W. H. Troyer, 525 So. Main street. Peoria, III.— C. Loveridge, 127 So. Jefferson street. Freeport, III.— Falrview Flower Shop, French Building. Pawtucket, R. I. — Highland Floral Co., 23 High street. Chicago, III. — Geo. Henneman, Jr., 2258 Lincoln avenue. Moline, 111. — Peterson & Eckstam Bros., 540 Tenth avenue. Crookston, Minn. — The Carnation Store, Post Office building. Duluth, Minn. — J. J. LeBorious, branch at 6 East Superior street. James Mickeljohn, floral decorator, formerly with the Hotel Kniclter- boclcer. New York city, will take a similar position at the new Cafe de la Opera at Broadway and 41st street. ALEX. MeCONNELL 571 FIFTH AVENUE NEW YORK CITY Telegraphic oiders fonraided to aay part of the United States, Canada, aad all principal cities of Europe. Orden transferred or intrusted by tke trade to our selection for delivery on steamshipi 01 elsewhere receive special attention. TeleplioneCills,487anil 488 MurrayHIII Cable Address, ALEXCOflRELL DAVID CLARKE'S SONS DellTcr orden from any part o< the c New York CHy Or OUT-OOINQ STEAMERS Write or telesraph 2139-2141 Broadway, New Yotfc TeJepbonc i55*-'353 CotifUu M. A. BOWE In the Heart of New York City 1294 Broadway 1*1.2270, 33th St. NEW YORK Oor Motto— The Qolden Role Y0UN6 & NUBENT 42 Wist 28 St., NEW YORK "nOWEtlM Br TELEaRAPH" UAANT. M. T. Plowrs or Pe»iyii Wortt BKUVERKD IN ALBANY AND VlCmnff ON TELKGRAPHIC ORDER. 11 NORTH PEARL 8T^ ALBANY, M. Flower Deliveries In Brooklyn and other Long Island Points New York City, New Jersey, etc. At Theatres, Hotels, Steamers or Residences, WILSON Foltoi St and Grieie Aie.^, Brioklya, N. Y. DANKERr'V.'lV.*' ORDERS FOR Choice Flowers and Floral Emblems FILLED PROMPTLY BOSTON'S BEST In Quality and Design Can be relied upon when you transfer your tetail orders to EDWARD MACiVlULKlN 194 Boylston Street, Boston LOUISVILLE, KY. JACOB SCHULZ, 660 South Fourth Ave. December 11, 1909 HORTICULTURE 861 XMAS TREES Red Cedar, shapely and close, from $4.00 per doz. up. Green Moss. Thin and fresh, per hag T5c. Cedar and Laurel Wreathing. $40.00 per 1,000 yds. Pine Branches. Filled with Cones, per bdl $1.00. Laurel Pine and Cedar Branches, per bdl 50c. CASH WITH ORDERS McpEs' Rustic Woiks, CI.ATTON, N.J. Bell 'Phone, 29 L Established 1874. FLORIST N. E. Cor. 44 St. & Madison Avenne, N. Y. City Flowers shipped on all Steamers. Special Co'r-soon- dents in all the large cities ol Europe and thcBritish Colonies. Telegraph & Cable address Uarasplor. ^ MATTHEWS florIst DAYTON, OHIO Is elegantly equipped to take care prop- erly of all ordrrs for flowers entrusted to bim night or day For Dayton, Ohio and Vicinity. Milwaukee, Wis. CCPollworthCo. WILL TAKE PROPER CARE OP YOUR ORDERS IN rTHE BOSTON- CUT FLOWER CO. Will fill orders for flowers, design work or plants promptly as ordered to any address in Boston and vicinity. Usual Commission. 14 Bromfield Street, Boston. Telephone, Main 3681. NEW ENGLAND TRANSFER Your orders for flower or plant dcliT- cry in Eastern New England to JULIUS A. ZINN 2 Beacon St , Boston Wisconsin FLOWER DELIVERIES Send flower orders for deiivery in Boston and all New England poinis to THOS. Fa GALVIN 124 Tremont St., Boston ROBERT J. DYSART Public Accountant and Auditor simple methods of coireet Bccountlng jspeclally adapted for florists' use. Books Balanced and Adjusted Merchants Bank Building 28 STATE STREET, - BOSTON Telephone, Main 58. Florist 121 Baronne St., New Orleans, La. "When'the chowder club buys. uj.lloogue.-^^^^^^^^- ^ "We want the gates, with six birds on It. ^something tidy to send him. See?" Our president la dead and we want St "FLOWERS BY TELEGRAPH." Leading Retail Florists Listed by Towns for Ready Reference. Albany, N. Y.— H. G. Eyres, 11 N. Pearl Albany, N. T.— F. A. Danker, 40 Maiden Lane. Hoston— Tbos. F. Galvin, 124 Tremont St. Boston— Edward MacMulkIn, 194 Boyl- ston St. Boston— nofTman, Florist, 59-61 Massa- chusetts Ave. Boston— .Inllns A. Zlnn, 2 Beacon St. Boston — The Boston Cut Flower Co., 14 Brouifteld St. Boston — Champney, Inc., Delta Building, Post Offlce Square. Brookl.vn, N. Y.— Robert G. Wilson, Ful- ton St. and Greene Ave. BuEfalo. N. Y.— raluier's, 304 Main St. Chlcat-o- llauswirth, "The Florist," 232 Michigan Ave. Chicago— William J. Smyth. Michigan Ave. and 31st St. Dnvton, O.— Matthews, The Florist. Deliver, Colo.— Park Floral Co., 1706 Broadway. Detroit, Mich. — J. Breltmeyer's Sons, Miami and Gratiot Aves. Kansas City, Mo.— Samnel Murray, 1071 Brnailway. Kansas City, Mo.— Wm. L. Rock Flower Co., lllli Walnut St. Lnnlsvllle, Ky.— Jacob Sehniz, 550 South Fourth Ave. _ „ Milwaukee, Wla.— C .0. Pollworth Co. New York— David Clarke's Sons, 2139- 2141 Broadway. . „.^.. New York— Alex. McConnell, 571 Fifth New York— Young & Nugent, 42 W. 28th St New York— M. A. Bowe, 1294 Broadway. New Yoik— Dards, N. E. cor. 44th St. and Madison Ave. , „^, .,„ New Orleans, La.— Chas. Eble, 121 B.troiine St. „, Toronto. Can.— J. H. Dnnlop. 96 Yonge St. Washington, D. C— Gude Bros., 1214 F. St., Welleslcy, Mass.— Tallby. tVER REAPl^ COVER Prompt deliveries in this section. BOSTON, HASS. Orders for Flowers, Desien Work and Plants Promptly and Carefully Filled. 3 zi_Z"_i:E::rja CHAIWPNEY, Inc. lU^\,Y:hV%^. "miESLEY COLLEGE Dana Hail, Walnut Hill and RockHd^a Hall Scboois. TAILBY. Wellesley, Mass. T*I. Wellaley 44-> *ad t. Nifhl 44-}- EVER READY FLOWER POT =COVERS= Tfae bett and cheapeal Pot Cover now oa ' the market. New Reduced Price List. Per doz. Per loo To fit 4 in. Pots $i.oo $7.00 " " 5 ■' " 1. 10 8.00 " .1 g <( 41 1.20 9.00 " " 8 '* " 1.60 12,00 I '• " g '* '* 1.85 14 00 (I if jQ li 4i 2.10 16 00 It *< j2 " '* 2.35 18.00 Order now. Covers can be had in pink, green, white and red. Specify whether you wish Covers to fit stao- I dard, Ji o"" J4 size jxJts. Only five cents in stamps sent will bring prompt re- sponse of a sample Cover by mail with all details > Co. ' M^Holesale Florists tel ma,n 5973 .nd 84 Hawley St., Boston December 11, 1909 HORTICULTURE 857 Wholesale Commission Dealer in Cut Flowers 39 West 28th Street, Best in the Market for the Holidays Large Stock of AMERICAN BEAUIY Carnations, Violets, Gardenias, Orchids, Valley, Etc.1 FORD BROTHERS Telephones, 3870-3871 Mad. Sq. 48 WcSt 28 St., NEW YORK I PHILIP F. RESSLER | % 'Wholesale Commission Florist ^ I 55 West 26tH Street, - - - NEW YORK | I HOLIDAY SPECIALTIES f t Late Chrysanthemums, white, pink and yellow; Fine Lilies; » j Poinsettias; Lily of the Valley and Choice Bulb Stock. ' % OPEN 5 A. M. ...CALL % « 2 Moore, Hentz ®> Nash 55 (a» 57 West 26th Street, New York SELECT RO^EvS and all other choice flowers in full variety. Michigan Red Berries for Cliristmas, any quantity. Prices on application. 868 HORTICULTURE December 11, 1909 giiiiniiiiiiimriiiiiiiiimiiiniiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiimiiiiiimiiiiiiiiiiiPj CARNATIONS With the more favorable weather conditions, the quality has much improv d. You will find here the choicest qualities of all the best varieties: Winsor, Enchantress, Afterglow, Wi- nona, Beacon, Bassett, Victory, White Perfection, Etc. Special, $4.00 per 100 Fancies, 3.00 per 100 First, 2.00 per loo GARDENIAS $4. CO and $5.00 per dozen. Business hours: 7. A. M. to 8 P. M. LEO NiESSCM CO. 1209 Arch Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. SiiillllllllllllillllllllllllJIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIillllllllllllllllllililllliillliin HOERBER BROS. 51 Wabash Ave. OHIO AGO ILL. Long Distance Phone Randolph 2758 Cut Flowers ALWAYS GOOD, FRESH STOCK Telegraph, Telephone or Bring in Your Orders WE GROW OUR OWN FLOWERS. Roses and Carnations Our Specialty Easter Lilies Choice Stock. $1.50 per dozen. $10.00 per 100. W. E. McKISSiCK&BROS.,"F?o"^n?i' 1619-1621 Ran5teadSt..Philail£lplila ■5 / \ r CUT FLOWER BOXES EDWARDS FOLDING BOX CO MANUFACTURER* PHILADELPHIA, ^PA. A \ . ^ ' / k CHAS. W. McKElUR 51 WABASH AVE., CHICAGO Western Headquarters for Choice Orchids Valley, Roses and all Cut Flowers PETER^ REIN BERG WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS SI Wabash Av., Chicago, 111. Long Distance Phone, Central 6004 WINTERSON'S SEED STORE 45-47-49 Waba«h Ave., Chicago. Seedsmen, Piantsmen, Nurserymen Florists' Supplies We can supply ererythlng used by the Florist. SUin'LT CATALOG FREE. Cor- respoDdeuoe solicited. POEHLMANN BROS. GO. S3-35-37 Randolph St., • CHICAGO CUT FLOWERS Oreenhousas, - Moirttoini QiV&^m, IIL Rice Brothers • •IIB N. 6Ui Street, niNNEAPOLIS. niNN. WHOLESALE FLORISTS and SUPPLIES CUT FLOWERS receiTed twice daily, and can fill imv orders to your tatiiiaction. A complete line ol Mm&i Greens — WILD SMILAX, BOXWOOD, ■ARBY FANCY FERNS, GALAX LEAVES. Write for qoocatkms on large quantitieft. In ordaring goods plaaae add "I saw N In HORTICULTURE." WELCH BROS. AMERICAN BEAUTY, KILLARNEY, RICHHOND, HARYLAND AND ALL THE SUPERIOR ROSES, LILY OP THE VALLEY, CARNATIONS, ORCHIDS 226 Devonshire Street, Boston, Mass. WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKETS— "^"^ """^^^^S^BiS TO DBALBR8 ONLY CHICAGO Dec. 7 I Twur arixs i I Dec. 7 PBILA. Dec. 7 BO8T0S Dec. 9 mosMS Am. Be««ik7, Fancy and SpecW. " Extra No. I " Lower grades ■ Bi*k,'M«id,Cfaateiiay, F. &S.. " " Lower grades ■ KOkuuey , Fan. & Sp ' * Lower grades Rlchmoad, Fancy & Special " Lower grades My Maryland. 20.00 15 o® 2.00 to 8.00 to 5. 00 4.00 a.oo to 6.00 10 8.00 to 6,00 to to OA99HATIONS, Nov. and Fan. " Ordinary mtsceu-ANEous Chiysantbemums, fancy *' ordinary. .. Csttlkyms Lilies Lilv of the Valley Violets Mignonette Sweet Peas Roman Hy. Paper Whites-.-. Stevia Gardenias AdiBDtnm Smllax Asparagas Plumosus, string (100)30. " *' & Sprea. (100 bcb8.)j2o to to to 3.00 10 2. CO to 30.00 18.00 15. oc 10. oc 8.0c 5.00 10.00 8.00 10. oc 8.00 4.00 3.«o 45.00 to 12. CO to 3.00 to ■ 75 »o to .50 to 15.00 6.0C 50.00 15.00 4.00 1. 00 1.50 3,00 1.50 35.00 1. 00 I2.0t Sooc 40.00 30.00 30.00 15.00 10.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 8.00 5.00 40.00 30. OD 20.00 15.00 8.00 5.00 8.00 6.00 10. CO 8.00 10. CO 4.00 to 1.00 to 5 00 3.00 15.00 10.00 40 00 12.50 3.00 .75 a. 50 to 1 .00 to 25.00 to I .00 to 12.00 to 35.00 to 35.00 to 25.00 20.00 to to 35 00 25 00 12.00 5.00 6. CO a.oo 8.00 3,00 8.00 3,00 3.00 3.50 to 1.50 to 12.00 5.00 00.00 15.00 8.00 4. 00 100 1.00 ■ 50 3.00 .50 4.00 a. CO I. (O 1. 00 35.00 30. CO 1. 25 1. 00 ■ S.'O 12.00 50.00 3500 3S.OO 40.0c 30.00 >8.oo 8.00 10.00 4.0c 12.00 5 -00 12.00 5.00 10.00 4.00 9.00 20. CO 8. CO 75,00 12.00 4.00 I. CO 5 00 I 00 4.00 1.50 50.00 1.50 15.00 50.00 50.00 aO'OO 15.00 6.00 4.00 6 00 I 00 8 oo I. CO B.oo I 00 1. 00 10 10 10 to 10 to to to 3.50 to t.oo to 30.00 18 oo 8.M 6.00 8o« 4 00 10. oo 6 00 10 oo 6.00 10.00 3. CO 2.«0 10.00 to 4.00 to 35.00 to 8.00 to 2.00 to 50 to 1. 00 to to . a.oo to 1. 00 to 25 00 to .75 10.00 •5.00 i5-( to to to 12.00 8.00 50.00 10.00 4.00 ■75 a.oo 3.00 1.50 35.o» 1.00 I a. 00 fo.oa •|.«0 ILeJ.MJcCuIlough'sSonsCo. WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED Special attention Klven to shipping ordei^. Joliliers of Florists' Supplies, Seeds and Bulbs. :: :: Price lists on application. Phone, Main 584. 3i6Wa1nut St., Cincinnati, O. FLORISTS' SUPPLIES Send for Mew Catalogue H. Bayersdorfer & Co. 1129 ARCH ST., PHILADELPHIA. To Cut FlowerlGrowers and Retail Florists IF YOU want to find a market for your product wantfa ref ular or spetial supply of the "product of the best growers Consult the Advertisements on these Wholesale Flower Pages The Advertisers Represented Here are the Leading Concerns In the Wholesale Flower Trade December 11, 1909 horticulture: 86» Flower Market Reports. The past week has not BOSTON been satisfactory in all respects although it can- not be denied that the flower business has been remarkably good, exceeding In volume anything in the past for a corresponding date. The trouble has been simply overproduction. This maiket could not possibly consume to advantage and at standard prices the enormous product which has been let loose on it for the past two weeks. Reports from other centres show like conditions while the smaller commun- ities which depend to a greater or less degree upon the supply from the large shipping centres are getting all they want from local sources, tor the time being. The cause of all this is un- doubtedly the remarkably genial wea- ther which has brought along very rapidly many crops which ordinarily would not come in until the Holidays, when the increased demand would ab- sorb them all right. The outcome of the present overabundance may make trouble later on if inclement weather should set in and thus bring about famine conditions at an inopportune time. But this is something nobody can foretell. It is well to add that the general quality of stock now in mar- ket is exceedingly fine and much credit is due the growers for the high degree of cultural skill displayed in all lines of greenhouse product. The week succeeding CHICAGO Thanksgiving was very- dull so far as local sales went. There was little doing of a social nature and Christmas shopping occupied the time of those who usually buy the flowers. The cold wave which reached here Sunday was no half-way affair and florists are likely to find out promptly just what effect it will have on trade. It is to be hoped their happy anticipations will all be real- ized. At any rate, if the weather con- tinues cold it is more than likely that Christmas stock will be shortened. American Beauties have advanced in price 25 per cent already. Carnations more quickly cleaned up Monday morning and roses are not far in ex- cess of demand. Christmas green is beginning to line the streets, and boxes of holly give the Christmas look to the florists* houses. So far the holly seems unusually full of ber- ries. Some dealers have been DETROIT kept hustling at a live- ly clip all through the week; the majority though suffered from the usual after-holiday effect. This year's Thanksgiving paralleled the experiences of former years; while there is an increased demand it does not justify either the saving up of stock or any increase in prices. The need to keep prices at a medium level is still more accentuated by the fact that this holiday is practically the closing day of the chrysanthemum season. Locally we were fortunate to be a little off crop in carnations, roses, etc., which enables us to keep them at a slightly higher figiue than ordi- narily. A few days last week being very warm supply was soaring up to the danger mark but now that a cold snap has struck us it will be used up In a manner satisfactory to all. {Continued on page 8t)l) Greens '*" r:Vvt:^^^v.-:^o..--rS« Holly Best Delaware and Maryland Stock — every case guaran- teed — single case @ $5.00; 5 cases (a) ?4.5o; 10 cases (a) S4.00. Holly Wreaths Made right — not the butcher-shop kind. J15, gi8, I20, $25 per 100. Lycopodium, Laurel, flistletoe, Wild Smilax, Boxwood, Magnolia, Galax and al other Xmas staples. Send for Price List. Chrislmas Plants, Ribbons and Supplies Holly Trees, Berried Aucubas, Azaleas, Evergreens, etc. Holly flowered Ribbon, Ked Baby Ribbon, Red Cords. Immortelles, Crepe Paper and all the staple supplies. SEND FOR CATALOG S. S. Pennock=Meehan Co. THE WHOLESALE FLORISTS OP 1608-20 LUDLOW ST., PHILADELPHIA, PA. 1212 New York Ave., WASHINGTON WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKETS.-^ D^ffE^rbf^Lv. ClHCVfNATI Dec 7 DB'naDiT Dec. 7 BLIPPAIX) Dec. 7 PtTTSBURQ Dec. 7 4.00 to 35. CX) Roses A»*B«miT, Fan. and Sp. " Extra No.i " Lower grades Bride, 'Maid, Chatenay.F. &S.. " " Low. gr KJll«»ey, Fan. & Sp " Lower grades Rlchnwod, Fancy & Special. . . . . " Lower grades. My Maryland CARNATIONS, Novelties and Fancy 3.00 10 *' Ordinary 2.00 to 4.00 3.00 4.00 3.00 403 3.00 6 GO 8.00 5.00 10.00 6.00 10.00 6.00 TO.OO MISCeLLANBOUS Chrysanthemums, Fancy I 2.00 to ** Ordinary | to . Cattleyac Lilies Lily of the Valley Violets Mignonette Sweet Peas Roman Hy . Paper Whites Stevia Gmrdenias. AdWaum Sailax Aopu-afus Plumoflu*. itrlngs (too) " " & SprcB. (100 bchs.) 1.50 4. CO ■75 3. CO 1. 00 1. 00 13. 00 75 00 3.oe ao.oo 50.00 30.00 25.00 15.00 4.00 to 6.00 to 4.00 to 6.00 to 4.00 to 6.00 to 4.00 to 4.03 to 3. CO to 2 OO to 35.00 30.00 20,00 I*. 00 8 00 6.00 8 00 6.00 8.00 6.00 6. CO 3.00 3.00 1.50 1.00 .50 20 00 I3.CO 13.00 4.00 •75 .00 .00 3. CO x.So 50.00 50.00 3500 30JXi 12X0 5.00 8 00 4.00 8.00 4.00 10.00 4.00 5.00 350 to s.oo to 4C.00 15.00 ao.oo 8.00 XO.OO 6.00 1^.00 8.00 I a. CO 6.00 10.00 4.00 3.00 18.00 6 00 7";. CO 12.50 3.00 •75 4.00 -75 3. CO 1. 00 .50 25.00 25.0* to to 20.00 12.00 ICO.OO 15.00 4.0c I 25 5.00 I 00 3.00 »-50 1.50 15. 00 50.00 5o.eo 15.00 6 00 3.00 6.00 3. CO 6.00 3.00 6.00 35.0* 30.00 I0.0» i.OO 8.0ft 4.00 8.SC 4.00 S.oo 4.00 2.C0 to 3.00 t« 1.50 15.00 4.00 50.00 20.00 12.00 60.00 ID IS 00 300 U> to to 400 •75 ■»5 3.00 to to .73 300 1. 00 to 10 1.50 •75 I a. so 30.00 30.00 X.50 15 00 5c. 00 860 HORTICULTURE December 11, 1909 FORD BROTHERS 4« West 28m Street NEW YORK m ItOSES, fK! GIRNMiS A Full Line of :»11 CUT FLOWERS Telephone, 3870 or 38T1 Madison Square "H- E. FROMEIMT Wholesale Commission Florist, Choice Cut Flowers, 67 West 28th St. :: NEW YORK Telephones: 2200, 220l,M«Qison Square. Alfred H. Langjahr All choice cnt-flowers in season. Send for quotations. Correspondence with shippers of first-class stock invited. 55 West 28th Street. New York Telephones 4G26-4627 Madison Square Edward C. Horan Wholesale Florist 55 WEST 28th ST. New York IteL \*^^ Madison Square B. S. SLIIMN, JR. VIOLETS Selling Agent for the Largest and Best Qrowers in the Hudson klvcr District. 55 and 57 West 26th St., New York City. FRANK MILLANG Wholesale Florist 55-57 West 26th St., NEW YORK Shipments, any qnant.ity, Whole- gale Market Rates. Greater Ne-w YorK Florists' Association, Inc. Now Open for Gut Flower Consignments 162 Livingston Street, BROOKLYN, N. Y. Geo. W. Crawbuck Telephone Connection Manager 3642-43 Main Moore, Henfz & Nash Wliolesale Commission Florists 55 and 57 West 26th Street New York Telephone No. 756 Madison Square MILLANC BROS. WHOLESALE FLORiSTS 41 West Twenty-Eighth Street NEW YORK ■Ptaonas ||^^ .ladlson Sa Rf:£.D (SL KKLLCR 123 West 2Bth St., New York Florists' Supplies We manufacture all our letal Daslgns, Baskets, Hire Work & Novelties and are dealera in Witiwirt Decorative Greens and FUHtts' Requisite JOHN I. RAYNOR I Wholesale Commission Florist 2 A full line of Choice Cut Flower Stock '<"■■',! P"r?°"*J._f SELLING AGENT LARGEST GROWERS omprlses every variety grown for New Vorit market, at current prices FOR 1 TBL. 1998 nADISON SQUARE 49 West 28th St., New York City Walter F. Cheridan WholetaU CommitMion Bfaler in CHOICE CUT FLOWERS 39 West 28th Strut, New York Telephone: 3S32-3S.'' Madison Squar* HEADQUARTERS FOR NOVELTIES ORCHIDS A SPECIALTY ORAOK or VALLEY OH N*M» GARDENIA'S. DAISIES, ROSES AND CARNATIONS JAMES McMANUS, 758S42 W. 28th St.. New York PHILIPS. KESSLER »»"«»^ «■ """ CUT FLOWERS Sunday Open from 5 a. m. to 6 p. m till 10 a. m. Tel. 5243 and 2921 Madison Sq. Res., 345 J., Newtown. Finest Lilies In the Market Every Day in the Year. NEW YORK QUOTATIONS PER 100. To Dealers Only ROSES AND GAR^^ATIONS American Beauty, Fancy and Special *' " Extra No. I *• *' Lower Grades Bride, 'Hald, Golden Gate, Fancy and Special ■ •' " Lower Grades Klllarney, Fancy and Special • * Lower Grades Richmond, Fancy and Special " Lower Grades riy Haryland Carnations, Fancy and Novelties. . . . . '* Ordinary Last Half of Week ending Dec 4 1909 First Half of WMk beginning Dec. 6 1909 30. OO 10 35.00 ao.oo to 35»« 12.00 6 oo to to 20.00 10.00 12.00 6.00 to to 20. ce 10. eo I. CO 6.00 to to 4.00 8.00 I.CO 6.00 to to 4 00 8.00 I.OO 6.00 iO to 4 00 JO.OC I.OO 6.00 to to 4.00 10. o« I.OO 6.00 to to 4.00 10.00 I .CO 6 00 to to 4-oe 10. oo I.OO to 5.00 1.0c to 5.00 1.50 3.0c to to 10.00 3.00 I 50 3 00 to to 10. OS I.OO to 2 00 I.CO to a.co i^exander J. Guttman THE WHOLESALE FLORIST OF NEW YORK ?34 ' WEST 2ft tH STREET • PHONES. 1G04 — 166^ MADliON SQUAKE „ • ENOUGH SAID CENTRALLY LOCATED, THE HUB OP THE FLOWER MARKET SECTION CHARLES MILLANG Wholesale Florist 55 & 57 W. 26 St., NEW YORK Telepboue 7062 Madison THE KERVAN COMPANY Fresh Cut Evergreens, Mosses. Southern Smllax, Galax and Leucothoe. Preeervcd and Prtsh -ut Cycas and Palmetto. T.i.jJ|J^JMad.s,. |l3W.28St„NewYorl(. WILLIAM H. KUEBLER Brooklyn's Foremost and Best WHOLESALE C0IVIMI8SI0N HOUSE A First Class Market for all CUT FLOWERS 28 Willoughby St., Brooklyn, N. Y. Tel. 4591 Main Durand & Marohn MA>aJFACTURERS OF All Kinds of Wire Work Florists' Wire Designs a Specialty 24BeaverSt., ALBANY, N.Y. December 11, 1909 HORTICULTURE 861 BOXWOOD SPRAYS Clean, Choice Stock, No Heavy Wood. Every case guaranteed. We ship every- where. Let us quote you on your requirements, for shipment now or later. Pittsburgh Cut Flower Co., 222 Oliver Ave., PITTSBURGH, PA. WHOLESALE FLQIISTS 54 West 28th St. NEW YORK Ttlephone 3559 Madison Sq. A. L YOUNG & CO. RECEIVERS & SHIP- PERS OF CUT FLOWERS. CON^tQNMENTS SOLICITED. MICHIGAN CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE, Inc. WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS Consignments Solicited Bardy Fancy Fern Our Specialty 88-40 BROADWAY. DETROIT. MICH. DO NOr BE DECEIVED by fake Green Thread. Demand the MEYER GREEN SILKALINE and you will get full length and quality combined. For S^lc by All Reliable Floiists. John C. Meyer & Co., ^T.ll"^. KRICK'S FLORIST NOVELTIES Manufacturer and Patentee of the Per- fect Adjustable Pot Handle or Hanger, Perfect Adjustable Plant !>tands and the riginal Genuine Immorielle Let- ters, etc. Every Letter Marked. 1164-66 Greene Av., Brooklyn. N.Y. For Sale by all Supply Houses Flower Market Reports. {Continued from page 5jo) The flower trade has NEW YORK been most inspiriting for the past few days, as a retail proposition. From the wholesale point of view the outlooli is not so rosy The fact is, that a tre- mendous business is being done in both plants and flowers and no fault can be found with the New York public — up- per ten or lower ten. Business lags In the wUoleFale marts and markets, however, for it takes nothing less than a bliz/.aid to shut off the tremendous tidal wave of material which rolls into the wholesale establishments here ev- ery day. The retail trade may be booming but no inroad that it can make will disturb to any extent the lethargy that annoys and irritates the wholesale dealer. The truth is that the growers are producing too much for the legitimate needs of the local market and history tells why the ship- ping trade of the largest flower market in the world is moribund. It is true that no city can digest a surplus in bet- ter fashion than New York can. It is also true that the best surplus digester that ever was found — a shipping trade — is "a dead one" long ago and there Is nothing left except local trade. All kinds of flowers are abundant and Quality was never better. Chrysanthe- mums are nearing their end but wher- ever one turns that old standby, Mrs. WILLIAM F.KASTING GO. WHOLESALE FLORISTS 383-387 Ellicott Street BUFFALO, - N. Y. SOUTHERN WILD SMILAX Now ready In limited quantity. E. A. BE AVEN EVERGREEN, ALABAMA. BUY BOSTON FLOWERS N. F. McCarthy & co., 84 Hawley St. BOSTON'S BfeST HOUSE GROWERS FOR NEW YORK MARKET Are 'nvlted to call or wrlt& I can dispose of your flowers for the coming season at top prices and guarantee rrompt returns. Established 1887 Open 6 A. M Dally lei. 167 MadUon Sg. J. K. ALLEN 106 W. 28th St. New York NEW YORK QUOTA f IONS PER 100. To Dealers Only MISCELLANEOUS Cattlcyaa LlUe* Lily of the Valley Narcls. Pap.r White Cbrysanthemums *' Lower Grades.. .. Violets Sweet Peas (per loo bchs) Qardenlas Adiaaium SmHax Aaparagua Plumosus, strings " " & Spree. (loo bchs)- Last Half of Week ending Dec. 4 190S 40.00 to 6,00 to 2.00 to 1.50 to 8 00 to 3. CO to .40 to 6.00 to iS.oo to ■ SO to 8.00 to i6.oo to 3O.OO to FIritHAlfofWMk beglnnliig Dec. 6 1909 7500 40.00 to ^i.^^ 8.00 6.00 ts 3M 5.00 3.C0 to 5-~ 2.00 1.50 to 2.00 15.00 8.00 to 15. 00 6.00 3.00 to 6.0a • 75 .40 to 1.00 IC.OO 6.00 to lO.CO 35.00 15.00 to 35.00 .75 •50 to ■M I a. 00 8.00 to 12. oe 35.00 16.00 te 23.» 25.00 30.00 to •5.O. Jerome Jones, is in evidence. Con- temporary with Ivory this unrivalled standard chrysanthemum still holds its own. Is there any other variety ex- cept Mrs. Jerome Jones and Ivory left of the brilliant stars of 1S92? The first week of PHILADELPHIA December proved fairly normal as to demand, but there was far too much stock. The quoted figures were all light for early sales; but there was a big accumulation by end of the week, and the slaughter of the innocents, then, was frightful — bringing the aver- age returns for the growers down to almost unbelievable figures. There was no special class suffering more than another — too much of everything all along the line. The plant market is brisk. Holly and other greens also in lively demand. John Young, who has been identi- fied for many years with the wholesale flov.-er trade of New York City, has given up his store in 2Sth street to de- vote his entire attention to his exten- sive rose houses at Bedford, N. Y. 48 W. 29th Street, New York City Telephone No. YiWI Mad. Sq. FLORISTS' SUPPLIES GALAX, bronze and (jreen, fresh crop, »l.fiO. lUOO; $7.50, 10,000. LEUCOTHOB SPRAYS, -5c. 100. GREEN SHKKT MOSS, $2.00 large bag. Wired Toothpicks Manufactured by W. J. COWEE, BERLIN, N. V. -*1.75; 50,000.... $7.50. Sampb In*. For aale by dealer* 862 HORTICULTURE December 11, 1909 Buyer's Directory and Ready Reference Guide Advertisements under this head, one cent a word. Initials count as words. Display advertisers In this Issne are also listed under this classlflcaUon without charge. Retwenc« to Ltot d Advertisers will Indicate the respective pages. .,,»»* tv _ Buyers falling to find what they want In this lUt will confer a favor by writing us and we wUl try to put them in communication with reliable deals ra. AOOOtmTANT E. J. Dygart, 28 State St., Boston. For page ate List of AdTertlaers. ABIANTUMS Qodfrej Aichmann. 1012 West Ontario St., I'blladPlplila, I'a. For page aee lAat of AdrertlMTS. ARAUCARIAS A. Lenthy t Co., Perklna St. Nnrserlw, BoBllndale, Maaa. For page aee Llat of Advertlgerg. Oodtrey AscbmanD, 1012 West Ontario St., Pblladelpbla, Pa. For page see LUt of Advertisers. ASPARAGUS Aaparagns plumosna from 2\i Inch pots, I2.B0 per lUO; JL'ioO per luOO. Cash with order, please. Floral Ulll Gardeos, G. F. Weipp, I'rop., Chatham, N. J. Asparagus Sprengeri, 2V4-in. pots, strong plauts, $2.00 per lUO. Virgiuia Nursery Co., Pureellville, Ga. AZALEAS Bohhlnk & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. A. Leuthy, Roslludale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. BAMBOO CANES Tokohama Nnrsery Co., 31 Barclay Street, New York. Bamboo Sticks, Colored Green. For page see Llat of Advertisers. BAT TREES. Bohhlnk & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. Fit page see List of Advertisers. 2000 Bay and Box Trees In all sixes. Pyramid and Standards. Write for H»t. iDiluB Roehrs. Rutherford. N. J. BEDDING PLANTS A. Lenthy & Co., Perkins 8t. NniMrles. Roslindale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. O. Aachmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., Pblla- detphia. Pa. For page see Llat of Advertisers. B. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., White Marsh, Maryland. For page see List of Advertisers. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. For page see List of AdvertL-ers. Edward Wallis, Atco, N. .T. For page see List of Advertisers. BEGONIAS Oodfrey Aschmann. 1012 West Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Rex Begonia, 2-ln., strong, 3c. Dann & Son. Westfleld, N. Y. J. H. BOILERS BOILKUS. "Burnham" Bolters made for freenbnuae heating. Lord & Burnham, IIU Broadway. N. Y. Kroesrhell Bros. Co., 468 Erie St.. Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. BOOKS Iris, Peony and Phlox Manuals. 25 cts. lach In Stamps. C. S. Harrison, Xork, Hebrasiia. BOOKS — Continued Elmer D. Smith & Co.. Adrian, Mich. Ciirysautbemum Mauuai. For page see List of Advertisers. CARNATIONS— Continued Baur & Smith, Indianapolis, ind. Patten & Co., Tewksliury, Mass. Carnation Sli.-ista. For page see List of Advertisers. a ) C XT > H C iiii New England Nurseries, Inc., Bedferfl, Mass. * For page see List of Advertisers. Fernwood Nursery, Stamford, Conn. For page see List of Advertisers. Bobbink & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. BUILDING MATERIAL BUILDING MATERIAL of all dsecrlp- tlon for All Cypress, Semllron. Iron Franc or Truss Houses. Hot Bed Sash and Frames. Lord & Burnham Co., 1133 Broad- way, N. Y. BHLBS AKD TUBERS Joseph Breck & Sons. 47-54 N. Market 8t„ Boston. Dotch and French Bnlbs. For page see List of Advertisers. J. M. Thorbnm & Co., 33 Barclay St, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. A. T. Iloddlngton, 342 W. 14tb St., N. T. RIckards Bros., 37 Bast littb St., New Terk. For page see List of Advertisers. II. F. MIcbell Co., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. T. J. Grey t Co., 32 and 33 So. Market St., Boston. Bermuda Lilies. For page see List of ■\dvertl«era. Yokohama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay 8C, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Ralph M. Ward A Co., 12 W. Broadway. New York. Lily Bulbs, Horseshoe Brand. For page see List of Advertisers. Schlegel & Fottler Co., 26 & 27 S. Market St., Boston. French and Dutch Bnlbs. For page see List of Advertisers. H. E. Fiske Seed Co., Boston, Mass. For Page See List of Advertisers. Berrydaie Esperlmeut Gardens, Holland, Mich. For page see List of Advertlse''B. E. S. Miller, Wading River, N. Y. For Page See List of Advertisers^ F. W. O. Schraitz, Prince Bay, N. Y. Hyacinths, Tuli"S, Crocus. For page see List of Advertisers. OANNAS CANNAS— Best sorts, big stock. Send for list. C. Betscher, Cauai Dover, O. CARNATIONS F. Dorner & Sons Co., Lafayette, Ind. Carnations for Immediate Delivery, For page see List of Advertisers. Chicago Carnation Co., Jollet, IIL Sangamo and Conquest. For page see List of Advertisers. 8. J. Renter & Son, Westerly, E. I. Field Grown Carnations. For page see List of Advertisers H. F. LIttlefield. Worcester, Mass. Field Grown Plauts. A. C. Brown. SprlngHeld, III. Carnation Sangamo. For page see List of Advertisers. Chas. Knopf Floral Co., Richmond. Ind.. and S. J. Renter & Son, Inc., Westerly, B. I. CaruatUiu Admiration. For page see List of Advertisers. Wood Bros., FIsbklll, N. Y. Field Grown. For page see List of Advertisers. C. S. Ford, West Park, I'hiladelphia, Pa. New Caruatlou Constant. For page see i.ist of Advertl.'*er8. Edward Waliis, Atco, N. J. For Page See List of Advertisers. Cottage Gardens Co., Queens, L. I., New York. Carnations Alma Ward and Mi's. C. W. Ward. For page see List of Advertisers. CARNATION STAPLE Plllsbury's Carnation Staple, 50a pm 1000. postpaid. I. L. Plllsbury, Galesbars, HI. CHRISTMAS AND EASTER PLANTS Godfrey Aschmann, rhiiadolphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Wllilnm W. Edgar Co., Waverley. Maaa. For page see List of Advertisers. Paul DeNave, Fall River, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. CHRISTMAS GREENS Welch Bros., Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Henry F. Miiheli Co., rhiladeiphia. Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. S. S. Pennock-Meehan Co., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Henry M. Robinson & Co., Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. CHRISTMAS SPECIALTIES FOR FLORISTS M. Rice & Co., rhiladeiphia. Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. CHRYSANTHEMUMS C. H. Totty, UadUen. N. J. For page see Llat of Advertlsera Wood Bros., FIsbklll, N. Y. Chrysantheninms Hooted Ctittlngm. Herrlngton's book on the Chrysanthe- mnm mailed to your address for 50c.. by Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 UamlltoD Place, Boston. CHRYSANTHEMUM STOCK PLANTS. Mrs. Kall>, Timothy Eaton, Estelle, White Bonnaffon, Alice Byron. Lynnwood Hall, Angele Laurent, Desjouis, (iiory of Pacific, Mary Mann. Maud Dean, Pink Ivory. Rosette. Amnrira, Major Bonaffon, Cremo, Haliidny, Yellow Ji.ncs. Golden Glow, Baby, 7."i cents per doz.; S.l.OO per ICO. Golden Eagle and Babv Margaret, $2.00 per dozen.; $12.(X) per 100. Wil- liam Swayne, P. O. Box 215, Kennett Snare, Pa. CINNAMON VINES CINNAMON VINES— Big stock, extra large bulbs. C. Betscher, Canal Dover, O. For List of Advertisers See Page 867 December 11, 1909 HORTICULTURE 86S OONIFEBa John Waterer & Soas, Ltd., AmerlcsB Nursery, tta^^ibot, Eug. For page >m LIbi of Adrcrtliera. Eastern Nurseries, Jamaica I'lalu, Mass. For paae see List of Advertisers. COSMOS — Early Flowering Heailciiiarters seed. New Euglaud grown. The trade supplied, eacli vanelj separate, luc. a package. U. N. Smitb, Soutli Sud- bury, ilass. OUT XXOWEB BOXES. Edwards Folding Box Co., PblladelphU. For page see List of AdvertUera. Folding cut flower boxes, the beat made. Write for list. Uolton & Uuokel Co., Mil- waukee. Wis. ~ WE PAY TIJE FREIGUT On Cut Flower Boxes. On all orders for I15.UU or mure received during October wt will pay the freight east of the UlssisalppL All orders west of the river, we pay to the river, bamples of stock and prices on re- guest. Climax Manufacturiug Co., Castor land, N. Y. Dept. 11. ° CYCLAMEN Thomas Roland, Nahant, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Peacock Dahlia Farms, Wllllamatawn Jane- tlon, N. J. For page »ee List of Advertisers. Herbert, Atco, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. J. L. Moore, Northboro, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. If j'ou are looking for up-to-date Dahlias Bend for my 191U trade prices on held clumps. J, K. Alexander, The Eastern Dahlia King, E. liridgewater, Mass. DAHLIA — Big stock, big clumps, best sorts. C. Betscher, Canal Dover, O. DAISIES Daisy Queen Alexandria, from 214-ln. pots. I2.5U per 100. Cash. O. B. Keurick, 52 Alexander Ave., Belmont, Mass. DECORATIVE PLAMXS A. Leotby & Co., Perkins St., Narserlca, Rosllndale, Mass. Imported I'iants for Fall Delivery. - For page see List of Advertisers. Godfrey Ascbmann, lOU W. Ontario St., PhUadelpbla, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Ueacock Co., Wyneote, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. FERNS — Continned bobert Craig Co., Market and 49tb 8ta~ Pblladelpbia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. John Scott, Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Anton Sebultbels, College Point, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. EVERGREENS New England Nurseries. Bedford, Has*. For page see List of Advertlaere. UobUluk A Atkins, Kutberford, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Eastern Nurseries, Jamaica Plain, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. FERNS A. Lenthy & Co.. Rosllndale. Mas*. For page see List of Advertisers. H. H. Barrows & Sod, Whitman, Uaan Nephrolepis Magulhca. For page see List of Advertisers. John Scott, Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Frank Oechslin, 4011 Qulncy Street, Chicago. Ferns for Dishes. For page see List of Advertisers. A. N. Plerson, Cromwell, Conn. For page see List of Advertisers. Julius Roehrs Co.. Rutherford, N. J. Farleyense. For page see List of Advertisers. Robert Craig Co., Philadelphia, Pa. For page set List of AdveiUsers. F. 11. I'lerson, Tarrytown-on-Uudsou, N. Y. For page see List of Ad\ ertusers. Fernwood Nursery, Stamford, Conn. For page see List of Advertisers. F. W. O. Schmltz, Prince Bay, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Anderson's ferns for la and outdoors. Largest commercial collection in the coaa- cry. Ask for descriptive catalogue. J. F. Anderson, Fern Specialist, Short Hills, N. J. OAI.AX — Continned J. ti. Banner, Montezuma, N. C. Galax and Leucuthoe. For page see List of Advertisers. FERNS FOR DISHES Ferns for Dishes in six varieties, good bushy plants, 'Ai inch, $3.50 per lOU; $ao.UO per 1000. H. Hansen, 106 Avon St., Mai- den, Mass. FERTILIZERS Pulverized Manure Co., 31 Union Stock Yards, Chicago, III. Wizard Brand Cattle Manure. The Caledonia Marl Co.. Caledonia, N. Y. Agricultural Lime. For page see List of Advertisers. FLORISTS' letters! Boston .Florist Letter Co., 66 Pearl St., Boston, Mass. For page see List of Adveftlsers. W. C. Krlck, 1164-66 Greene Are., Brook- lyn, N. Y. Immortelle Letters. For page see List of Advertisers. FLORISTS STJFFLIES N. F. McCarthy & Co., 84 Hawley St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. a. M. Robinson & Co., 15 Province St and 8 Chapman Place, Boston. Mass. For page see List of Advertlaere. Beed A. Keilf^r, 122 W. 25tb St, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. H. Bayersdorfer & Co.. 1129 Arch St., Pblladelpbia. For page gee List of Advertisers. Rosens, 48 West 29th St., New York City. For page see List of Advertisers. Mapes Rustic Works, Clayton, N. J. Rustic Vines. Brnuches, Bark. Etc For page see List of Advertisers. FLOWER POTS W. H. Ernest 281 b and M Sts., Washington, D. C. Par page see Llat of Advertisers. The Peters & Reed Pottery Co., Red Pots, Seed Pans, etc. Zanesvllle, O. A. H. Hews & Co., Cambridge, Maaa. For page see List of Advertisers. Hllflnger Bros.. Ft. Edward. N. T. For page gee List of Advertisers. Syracuse Pottery Co., Syracuse. N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. FLOWER POT COVER Ever Ready Flower Pot Cover Co., Buffalo. N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. FREESIAS Bcblegel & Fottler, 26 & 27 So. Market St., Boston, Mass. FRUIT TREES Dw.irf Fruit Trees, by F. A. Waarll. mailed to your address for 55 cents by Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. OALAX Michigan Cnt Flower Co., S8 and 40 Broai way, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. Bice Bros., 115 N nth St. MlnneapoUa, Minn. For page see List of Advertisers. G. A. Holder. Round Peak, N. C. Bronz Galax. For page see List of Advertisers. T. J. Kay & Co., Elk I'ark, N. C. Galax, Ferns, Leucothoe, Etc. For page see List of Advertisers. GERANIUMS R. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., White Marah, Md. For page see List of Advertisers. Geraniums. S. A. Nutt, Beauty Poltevlne, Madame Barney. Buchner, from tield, 5c. each; rooted cuttings. $!).00 per 1000: un- rooted, $.-..00 per 100(1. Carl Dornblrer, 6417 Carnegie Ave.. Cleveland, O. Geraniums RIcard. S. A. Nutt, Buchner, from 2 and 2^2 in. puts, extra tine lot ot strong, cool-grown idaiits; $2.2.'* [ler 100; $20.UO per 1000; and mixed $2.00 per 100, $18.00 per 1000. J. R. Brooks, Oxford De- pot. Orange Co., N. Y. Geraniums. Nutt $12..'iO per 1000; RIcard, Poltevlne, $15. A. M. Herr, Lancaster. Pa, GLADIOLI E. S. Miller. Wading River, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Arthur T. Boddlngton, New York, N. T. Forcing Gladioli. J. L. Moore. Northboro, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Surplus stock of choice named gladioli. Also bulbs and bulblets from my private collection at bargain prices. L. Merton Gage. Orange. Mass. GLADIOLI — Best sorts, extra mixtures, all sizes. C. Betscher, Canal Dover, O. GLASS Boston Plate & Window Glass Co., Boston. For page see l.lat of Advertisers. Standard Plate Glass Co., 26-30 Sndbory St, ItOStOD. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co.. Western Ave., betwaea 25th & 26th Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Sharp, Partridge & Co., 22d & Lumber BtS.. Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Patshelsky Bros., Inc., 69 Montrose Are., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page gee List of Advertisers. Metropolitan Material Co., 1H92-1402 Metr» polltan Ave.. Brooklye. N. Y. For page see List ot Advertisers. Greenhouse glass, lowest prices. John- ston Glass Co., Hartford City, ind. ^ Glass. High Grade, Double Thick Green- house Glass. Lord & Bumbam, 1138 Broad- way. N. Y. GLAZING POINTS H. A. Dreer. Philadelphia. Pa. Peerless Glazing Point. For page see List of Advertisers. GI^ZING POINTS. Lord & Bnrnban. Special Glazing Nails (Points). Lord * Burnbam, 1133 Broadway. N. Y. GOLD FISH Bishop the Bird Man and Pioneer Gold Fish King. I'.althnore, Md. Gold Fish, Aquariums. Etc. Price list DOW ready. Extra larse and fine crop of bab this season. No fungus; no lice. Our little book. •'The Gold Fish Dealer's Guide." tells .vou how to handle fish, prevent and cure diseases; free to cus- tomers. Glen Mary Fish Farm. Chas. Pom- mert. Prop., Amelia, O. Largest gold flsb hatchery In the world. Gold Fish, Aqnnrlum Plants; largest va- riety In the country. Send for price-list. Franklin Barrett, 4815 D St, Phlla., Pa. In writing to Advertisers Itindly mention Horticulture 864 HOKTlCULTURi: December 11, 1909 GREENHOUSE BTJIIiDINO MATS- RIAL r^rd Sc BarDtaam Co., 1133 Broadway, New York. For page xfe l.bit of AdTertl«er». Pleraon Ullar Co., 1 Madlaoo 8q., N. T. For pagp sfe f.lat of AdTertl»ers. A. T. Scearna I.nmher Co., Neponaet^ Boston. For page Hrp List of Advertlaera. King Couatroi'tlnn Co.. N. Tonawanda, New York. For page see List of Advertlaera. HItchlngs ft Co., 1170 nroadway. New Tack. For page see LiBt of Advert Uera. J. C. MonlDger Co., li7~T?a8t Blackhawk St., Chicago. III. For page see List of Advertlaera. Foley Mfe. Co.. Western Are.. batwaM 2Sth & 2Rth St».. Chicago. Peoky CyprpsH for Renrhes. For page see 1. 1st of Advertlaer*. fl. Jacobs & Snni. I.conli-a and ChturUBla. Kor pags see List of Adrertlsara. I'rimula chlneusls, B colors mixed, 2 tncb. 2c.; Obcoulca Konsderfer. LattmanM Hybrids. 10 colors mixed, 2 Inch 2c.; Ob- ronli-u gl^'uiitea. mixed. 2 Inch 2^c. J. 1* Bcniller, »JI rrouty Ave., Toledo. O. Primula obconica. 4-iii(li. large plaints, mixed colors, full of bud and bloom, {.'i.uO pel- li»i). Sinensis. 4-inrli. nii.NHd i-nbirs, double mid sinirle, flue stock. $8.00 per IIIO. A bargain. Try Them. Alonzo J. Bryan, Washiuj^ton, New Jei-sey. RHODODENDRONS John Waterer & Sons, Ltd., American Nursery, Bagsbot. England. For page see List of Advertiser*. P. Ouwerkerk, Ilnboken. N. J. For page see List of Advertiser*. BOSE» ■atert Cmlg Co.. Market aad 4Mk I Pblladelptala. Pa. Vn' page se< Llat of Advertisers. r. Ouwerkerk. P. O No. L HolNikeo, N. J. For fMgf see TJst of Advertisers. Dliigee ft ronsrd Co.. Went Grove, Pa. Novelties In Roses. For page see Lb»t of Advertisers. Paahlmsnn Rma. Co., Morton Omva, n. For pare see List of Advertisers. W. i T. Pmlfb Co.. Geneva. N. T. Anierlrao Grown Roses. For page see List of Advertisers. Fsstern Nnroeries. .Inmnlra Plain. Mass. New Rose Dayhrenk nitil T.ady Duriean. For paire see 1,1st of Advertisers. ROSES CuuUnned John Cook, Baltimore, Md. New Seedling Rose ••Radiance." ^For page nee List of Advertisers. R. & J. Kariiubur A: Co., Boston. Ma.ss. Rose '•Flower of Falrtleld^^ Ever-Bloouilng Crimson Uaiubler. For page see l.lst of Advertisers. IB* iiuse, by a. K. Kllwanger;~malla4 for tl.au by Horticulture, 11 Uamlit«a Place. Boston. Hand Book of Cultaral Notes on Bsaca Dnder Glass, by F. P. Brlcbam. mailed ta raar address for 2.1c.. by llnrtleulture Vu^ lUblng Co.. 11 Hamilton Place. Bosron. Baby Rambler roses, strong, three-year^ old, tield-f;nian, own root, have been cut baik and lifted and have bei'ome well ea- taliMshed In .5In. pots, at JVJ.iio per luu. Virginia Nursery Co., Purcellvllle, Va. RUSTIC ■WINDOW BOXES Maples Rustic Works, Clayton, N. J. For page see List of Adveitlsen. SEED ORO'WERS HJalmar llartmann A Co. CanllHower and Calibage Seed. t7 Co.. 82 8o. Market St.. Boataa. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Breck A Sous. ■1 and n2 N. Market St., Boston, Maaa. For ptge see List of Adtertlsers. W. Atlee Burpee At Co., Pblladelpbla. For page see List of Advertisers. Arthnr T. Boddlngton, .142 W. 14tb BC, New York. For page see LItt of Advertisers. Uckards Broa.. 37 B. 19th St.. New Tark. For page tee List of Advertisers. B. A J. Farqubar A Co.. 6-7 So. Market St., Boston. For page see List of Advertbiers. H. F. MIcbell Co.. 1(118 Market St., Phlla. For page see List of Advertisers. J. M. Thorbnrn A Co.. 33 Barclay St., N. T. For page see List of Advert Isers. Leonard Seed Co., Cblcago, 111. Beans. Peas, Sweet Corn. Onion. For page see List of AdvertlHera. ichlegel & Fottler Co.. 26 A 27 So. Market St., Boston. For page see l.lst of Advertisers. K. F. WInterson Co., Chicago. >asda for Plautsmeo, Nurserymen, Saeds- men. For page see List of Advertisers. A. C. Zvolanek. Bonnd Brook. N. J. Winter Flowering Sweet Peaa. For page aee List of Advertisers. C. C. Morse A Co., 48-56 Jackson St., 8ao Francisco, Cal. For page see List of Advertlaera. O. V. Zangeu. Hoboken, N. J. Giant Cyclamen Seed. For pace see l.lst of Advertisers. H. B. FIske Seed Co.. Boston. For page see List of Advertiser*. SLLKAUNE Jobn C. Meyer A Co.. Boston. Ifaaa. For page see Llat of Advertiser* SPHAGNUM MOSS Live Sphagnum moss, orchid pest and •rrhld bsskers alwaya on hand. Lager A Rnrrell, Snmmit, N. J. A full stock of moas ou hand all year around. Sphagnum innss. $t.54i per bale; sheet green moss, $2..~>o per bbl.; clump moss. 75c. per bag. II. Keuney, 88 Bocbes- ter Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. SPIREA Joseph Breck & Sons, Corp., Boston. For page .see List of Advertisers. SPRAYERS Cbaa. J. Jager Co.. Boston. Doming Spray Pnmp. For page see Llat of Advertiser*. H. Hunt. 76-78 Wabash Av.. Chlcax*) 111. New Chicago Sprayer. For paga aea Llat of Advertlacta. ~ STEVIA " Wood Bros., FIsbklll. N. Y. For page see List of Advertiser*. SWEET PEAS A. C. Zvolanek. Bound Brook, N. J. Winter Flowering. For page see Lint of Ailvertlaera. VEOETABI^ PLANTS B. Vincent. Jr., A Son* C*., While Marsh, Md. For page sea Ltsi of Advertlaar*. VENTILATING APPARATUS Plerson 0-Bar Co.. 1 Madison 8q., N. T. For page sea List of Advertlaer*. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave., betwaaa 25th A 26th Sta., Cblcago. The Advance Co., Ulcbmond, Ind. For page see Llat uf Advertlsera. VENTILATING APPARATUS— VKNTllJlTING MACUI.\ERY, Naw Model encased, self-ulllug gear; Standard Model Opeu Gear. Lord A Burubam. Ilit Bruadvray, N Y. WILD SMILAX B. A. Beaven. Evergreen. Ala. Sonthrrn Wild Snillax. For page see List of Advertlaar*. W^IRED TOOTHPICKS W. J. Cnwee, Berlin, N. Y. For page see Llat of Advertlsera. WIREWORK Beed A Keller, 122 W. 26th St., N. T. For page see List of Advertiser*. Durand A Marobn. Albany, N. Y. For page see List of Advertiser*. WIrework. Write for our catalogna. Holtou A Hgnkel Co.. .Milwaukee. Wla. William E. Ilellscber's Wire Works, 3S-M> Broailway. Detroit. ^Ilcb. WIrework — Compare our prices witk others. Scraiilim Florist Supply Co., Jul N. 7lh St.. Siranton. Pa. .''S) per cent less than manufacturing cosC Our specialty — loo assorted designs, $10.00. 11. Keuney, 88 Rochester Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. WHOLESALE FLORISTS Baataa N. F. McCarthy A Co., 84 Hawlay at,. Boston. For page sae List of Advertlsera. B. M. Robinson A Co.. 15 Provinc* St and 9 Chapman PI.. Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Welch Bros.. 226 Devonshire St., Buataa. For page see List of Advertiser*. Bnifalo, N. Y. WllUam F. Kaating Co.. 88.H-87 Elllcott St, Buffalo. N. Y. For page see List of Advertiser*. dileaco Cbas. W. McKeller, 51 Wabasb Ara., Cblcago. For page see List of Advertiser*. Peter Relnherg. 51 Wabash Ave.. Cblcafo. For page see List of Advertisers. D. F. Wluterson Co., 45-49 Wabasli At*. Cblcsgo. For psge sae List of Advertlsera. In writing to Advertisers kindly mention Horticulture 866- HORTICULTURE December 11. 1909 WHOLESALE IXORI8T8— Chicago — Continued Foehlmann Bros. Co., Morton OroT«, 111 For patr see Ll»t of AdTertUenL Hoerber Bros.. Atlas llUuk. 51 Wabash AT*,, CblraKO. For page see Llat of AdTertlgert. Cincinnati* Oliio The J. M. McCullouBh's Son* C»., CUcl»- null, t>bio. For page see List of Advertise™. Cromwellt Conn» A. N Plerson, Cromwell, CoaB. For pate see List of Adrertlsera. Detroit Ulchlgan Cut Flower Eicbanite, 88 aad <• Broadway, Detroit, Mk-h. For pa»e ««e L'at of Advertlaera. Minneapolis Bice Bros., 116 N. «td St., MltineapoU* MluD. For page see Lint of Adyertlaers. New York Ford Bros., 48 W. 2>'th St., New York. For iiage Bee List of Advertisers. H. E. Krouieut, 57 W. a*th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Alei. J. Giittmau. 34 W. 28th St., New For pn?e pee Ust of Advertisers. BL C. Ilorao, 65 W. 28ih St.. New York. For |iage see List of Advertisers. A. H. Langjahr. 55 W. 28th St, New York. For page see List of Advertisers. James MrManus. 42 W. 28th St., New York. For page see LUt of Advertisers. Johu I. llayncir, 49 W. 28th St., New Yerfc. For page see List of Advertisers. W. F. Sheridan, 39 W. 2Sth St., New Yeck. For page see List of Advertisers. Moore, Henti & Nash, 55 and 67 W. SMk St.. New York. For page see List of Advertiser*. Wm. H. Kuehler, 28 Wllloughby 8t, Brooklrn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. lUllang Bros., 41 W. 28th St., New YertL For page see List of Advertisers. John Yonng, 61 W. aSth St., New Yerk. For page see List of Advertisers. Greater New York Florists" AsaoclatlM, 1R2 Livingston St., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Frank MUlang, 55-!)7 W. 16th St., New York. For page see List of Advertlsere. Philip F. Kessler, 65 * 67 W. 2Bth Bt, New York. For page see List of Advertiser*. A. L. Yonng A Co., 54 W. 28th St., N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. J. K. AUei, lOH W. 28th St., New Yerk. For page see List of Advertisers. Charles Mlllang, 66 and 67 West 2eth St., New York. For page List of Aivertlseni. B. 8. Slluu. Jr., 5.i-.'i7 W. 26th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Philadelphia W. El. M'Klsslck * Bros., 1619-16X1 E«J»- ste.irt St.. rhllfldelphla. Pa. For pn gp see Llwt of Advertisers. Leo Nlessen Co., 1209 Arch St., Philadel- phia. I'a. For page see List of Advertisers. The 8. S. Pennock-Meehan Co.. ie08-ll Lndlow St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. NEW OFFERS IN THIS ISSUE. BOXWOOD, EVERGREENS, KEN- TIAS, POT GROWN PLANTS, ROSES, ETC. BolibinU & Atkins, Rutlierford, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. CUT FLOWER SHIPMENTS FOR THE HOLIDAYS. John I. Rayuor, New Yorl;, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. CASTLE AUTOMATIC CIRCULATOR. The W. W. Castle Co., Boston, Mass. li'or page see List of Advertisers. CANNAS, DAHLIAS, GLADIOLI, PEONIES, IRIS,* ETC. C. Betsetier, Canal Dover, Ohio. For page see List of Advertisers. CATTLEYAS, DENDROBIUM PHA- LAENOPSIS, CALANTHES AND . OTHER ORCHIDS, MOSS. PEAT, ETC. Lager & Hurrell, Summit, N. J. For ijage see List of Advertisers. CHRYSANTHEMUMS. Elmer D. Smith & Co., Adrian, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. CHOICE CUT FLOWERS FOR HOLI- DAYS. H. E. Ifroment, New Yorli, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. CUT FLOWER ORDERS. .T. A. Budloug, CUicago, III. For page see List of Advertisers. CHRISTMAS FLOWERS. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Cbicago, 111. For page see List of Advertisers. CHRISTMAS GREENS. Henry F. Michell Co., Philadelphia, Pa For page see List of Advertisers. CHRISTMAS DELIVERIES IN BOS- TON AND VICINITY. Thomas F. Galvin, Boston, Mass. For page see List of Aclvertisers. CHRISTMAS FLOWERING AND DECORATIVE PLANTS. Robert Craig Co., Philadelphia, Pa. B^or page see List of Ad^■ertise^s. CUT FLOWERS WHOLESALE. Philip F. Kessler, New Y'ork, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. CALCEOLARIAS WANTED. Knight & Struck, New York, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. FLOWER DELIVERIES. Chas. Eble, New Orleans, La. For page see List of Advertisers. FLORISTS' RED POTS. Peters & Reed Pottery Co., Zane.sville, O. For page see List of Advertisers. FLOWER ORDERS FILLED. Chas. S. Champney, Inc., Boston, JIass. For page see List of Advertisers. FLOWER AND DESIGN WORK TRANSFER ORDERS. Toung & Nugent, New Y'ork, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. GREENHOUSE CASTINGS. Broadway Iron Foundr.v Co., Cambridge- port, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. GREENHOUSE BUILDING MATERIAL. John C. Monluger Co., Chicago, IIL For page see List of Advertisers. HARDY ROSES. Arthur T. Boddington, New Y'ork, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. HOLIDAY FLOWER TRANSFERS. Alexander McConnell, New Y'ork, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. HOLIDAY CUT FLOWERS. Ford Bros., New York, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. HOLIDAY FLOWERS. Walter F. Sheridan, New York, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. HALF TONES FOR CATALOGUE WORK. Hub Engraving Co., Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. HEADQUARTERS FOR ORCHIDS AND FANCY CUT FLOWER SPECIALTIES. James McManus. New Y'ork, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. JAPANESE BAMBOO CANES. Ralph M. Ward & Co., New York, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. NEW SEED OF PHOENIX ROEBE- LENI. Sander & Sons, New York, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. NEW SEED CATALOGUE. W. Atlee Burpee & Co., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. ONION SEED. Schilder Bros., Chillkothe, O. For page see List of Advertisers. PLANT POTS AND JARDINIERES. Jones, McDuffle & Stratton Co., Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. RECORDING THERMOMETER. Standard Thermometer Co., Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertlsere. RHUBARB CLUMPS WANTED, Warren Shinn, Woodstown, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. SPRAY FOR SAN JOSE SCALE. P. G. Street & Co., I{ochester, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. SELECT ROSES AND OTHER CHOICE FLOWERS. Moore, Hentz & Nash, New York, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. TRUE IRISH SHAMROCK SEED. Schlegel & Fottler Co., Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. XMAS. TREES, CHRISTMAS GREENS, ETC. Mapes Rustic Works,. Clayton, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. XMAS. PLANTS. Thomas Roland, Nahant. Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. For List of Advertisers See Page 867 December 11, 1909 HORTICULTURE 867- List of Advertisers rage Advance, The Vv.blZ Alleu J. K btil Am. Nuisciy. .. .811 Auierk-au W'ood- euwaie Cu. . . .870 Ascliuiauu U....8iJS Banner J. L....8j1 Bai-iows & bou..838 Baur & t^mitli. . .Su9 Bayersdorfer 11. .V CO &^S Heaven E. A 861 Beiiydale Expeii. Uaiuens 839 Betstliei- C 8cl8 Bobbiuk & At- kins 843 Boddingtou A. T.S44 Boston Cut Flowei- Co 851 Boston Florist Letter Co 834 Boston Plate & Window Glass Co 871 Bowe M. A 850 Brec-k J. & Sous.847 Breituieyer's J. Sons 850 Bridsenian's Seed Waiebouse ...847 Broad\\ay Iron Fdy. Co 872 Brown A. C SuS) Budlong J, A...8.j2 Burpee W.A &Co846 Buxton, U o a n e Co 872 Caledonia Marl Co 869 Carrillo & Bald- win 813 Castle W. W. Co.871 Co Sil Champney 851 Chicago Carna- tion Co 809 Clarke's U. Sons 8-")U Cook. Jolin 838 Cottage Gardens 8J3 Cowee W. J 861 Craig, Itobt., Co. 811-837 Crawbuck G. W.860 Danker F. A. . . ..sriO Dards 851 Dawson Uenrv S. „ , S14-843 De Navp, Panl. .813 DIngee & Conard „Co 811 Dorner & Sons „Co 809 Dow Geo. E....S47 Dreer II. A ^ 813-870.871 Dunlop John H.850 Duiand & Ma- rohii sfiO Dysart R. J a51 Eastern Nur.ser- „ Jfs 814-843 EHle, Chas 851 Edgar W. W....813 Edwards Folding Pox Co 858 Elliott W. & „Sons 8(6 Esler .1 G 872 Ernest W. H 870 Ever U e a d y Flower I'ot Co 851 Eyres 850 Farqiihar R. & ^•T- & .Co 833 Fernwood Nnrs- „erips 839 F i s k e H. E. Peed Co 847 Foley Mfg. Co. .,872 Ford Pros.. .8.37-.860 Ford C. S 809 Froment H. E . 856-860 Galvln. Thos. F. 8i9-851 Greater N. Y. Florists' Asso., Agt». 11 Barcliy St. N. Y. City. Syracuse Red Pots ALL THE STANDARD SIZES It will soon be time to order laige pots for fall potting. We have a full line of the best. Syracuse Pottery Co., SYRACUSE, N. Y. r— STANDARD FLOWER— i If your greenhouses are wilhin sot mi'es of the Capitol, write us, we can s^ve you money. w. — 28th « M Sts., ERNEST WasHngt'n, 0. C. Imerican Flower and TreeTub, No. I 2 3 4 5 6 7 Tht AmericanWoodenware Mfff.Co ▼ Ot-CDO. OHIO Sold by Schlegel & Fottler Co., Boston, Mass. All the Clay for our FLORISTS' RED POTS Is prepared by passing thronph a screen 1600 meshes to the square Inch. If lu a hnrry for pots, order from us. THE PETERS i REED POTTERY CO., Zantnitle, Ohio. riecember II, 1909 HORTICU LTURE ■871 IN TIME OF TROUBLE An Ever-Preseiit Help Some people know their heating apparatus is defective but keep procrastinating, find their troubles unexpectedly alter they begin firing. Some others Tlie Castle Automatic Circulator is the infallible remedy in both cases. It overcomes all irregularities and defects in piping and circuhtion and saves coal. Many leading growers are miag this device and their verdict is uniformly approving and enthusiastic. Write to us for testimonials, advice and estimates. W\JtT ^ A C'Tf IT f^C^ HEATING ENGINEER.S, • W. V>'im.V3 1 L/IL' ^^yj,, 170 SummerSlreet, BOSTON. MASS. GLASS Greenhouse and Hot Bed SIZf=S OUR SP^CIALTY IMMENSE STOCK Plate and M^indo'w Glass Write for Our Prices PARSHELSKY BROS., Inc. 69 Monrrose Ave., BROOKLYN. N. Y Anything of ValuB to the profession CAN BE SOLD through advertising in Horticulture Send your business direct to Washington. Saves time and insures better service. Personal attention guaranteed. Twenty-five years' active service. SPECIALTY: "Working on the FaUure ol Others." 8IGGERS & SIG6ER8 PATENT LAWYERS Bos 9, National Union Building WaahlnKton. D. C. Holds Glass Firmly See the Point 47* P£Eiri£SS Olaslne Point* ve Lhebe«t. No rii^hu or lerts. Box of 1.000 poiQU 75 cla. pottpald. i HENBT A. DREER. I lUCbMtaat B>., Pklla^Pft. Now Is the Time TO ORDER AN IMPKOVED Recording Thermometer Illinoi State Florists' Association. Edwardsville. Ill , Oct. 28, igoS. The Recording Thermometer is working o. k. I would not part with it for twice the cost. Send me $1.00 worth of charts for the sam^. J F. Ammann. Send for Prices. Standard Thermometer Co. («ucce«sor» to PARKER MFG. CO.) 65 Lester Street, BOSTON, MA5S. STANDARD PLATE QLA5S CO. rianufacturers — Importers — Jobbers NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY FRENCH OR AMERICAN GREENHOUSE GLASS LOWEST PRICES ON REQUEST 26-30 Sudbury St. BOSTON, HASS. 61-63 Portland St. Our Specialty Can interpst ynu wUU our prices all the time; we ask you to write us. "Result," "Satisfaction." Sharp, Partridge & Co., Chicago, III. GLASS BOSTON PLATE & WINDOW GLASS CO. GREENHOUSE GLASS ''Vl.T.lo^r 261 to 287 A Street BOSTON 20 to 22 Canal Street In writing to Advertisers kindly mention Horticulture «72 HORTICULTURE Deoemtmr 11, INI MERRY CHRISTMAS Here we are again at Christmas and another year almost gone. It is time to be making plans for next season and taking thought as to how this year's work can be improved on in 1910. If you have greenhouses you are probably thinking of making an addition ; if you are a retailer you expect to make your store nicer and neater than ever, possibly build a conservatory or a show house. If you have anything in the greenhouse line don't forget to consult us before you build and get our prices. We can interest you in our material if you only give us a chance. . . , This is our 41st successful year. We wish you all a Merry Xmas and much success for the New Year. JOHN C. MONINGER CO. 910 Blackhawk St., CHICAGO KROESCHELL BOILER HADE OF FIRE BOX FLAN6E PLATE Can not Crack Water Space in Front, Sides and Baci( Tlie Most Popular Boiler Made SEND FOR CAFALOGUE. KROESCHELL BROS. CO. 466 Erie St , CHICAGO, ILL BTerythlng for Greeoboase BnUdliig Write for Infop- matloD and prices In Widths from 14 feet o inches to 54 feet o inches. Withont posts. KING TPISS SASH BAR HOUSES. IKUN QUTTtRS A'D HAVES. IRON ANIi CYPRHSS BR^Ct1ES. VENTILAll^a MACHINEkY. KING CONSTRUCTION CO. NORTH TONAWANUA. N. If. Thp FLORISTS' HAIL ASSOOIATION OF AVIEKIC'A, iusiirt-r of 32,6(iO,000 S(|* ft. of ^laiiN. hot parliculais address John C. Esler,£ec'y, Saddle River, N.J. In ordering goods please add "I saw it in HORTICULTURE." The Advance Ventilating Machine is the machine that is superior to them all. li is the easiest operated. It will out Ia^l twoothtrmakrs, because it i-. built right and of the best material, in lact there is no wearing out part m it, be- cause ii is bui t that way. We have one price which we give 10 all. Send us your trial order, we know that you will be pleased with our machine. The Advance Co. RICHMOND. IND. CYPRESS SASH BARS 32 feel or longer HOT BED SASH PECKY CYPRESS BENCH LUMBER GREENHOUSES ERECTED AND EQUIPPED CGMPLETE IF LESIRED Write for Circular "D" and Prices The A. T. STtAII^S LIMBER CO. NEPONSET, BOSTON, MASS. GREENHOUSE CASTINGS Pipe Hooks, Purlins, Ridge and Wall Hooks of All Descriptions. Stock Patterns or Made to Order. Broadway Iron Foundry Co. 90 Broadway, Cambridgeport, Mas.. FOR SALE GLASS New Aiurrlian uatnral (laM made H%\0 and I01I2 B, .la- gle, $1.U per l><>x; 8x10, 10x12 and 10x15, B, double, $1.85 per box; l:;il4 to I'Jx'JO, 14x10 to 14x;.ii. K. double, $1.(12 per box: inilO and 1i;xl><. It. double, $2,08 per box; 12x24, B, doable, $2.08 per box; li;x20. 10x22 and 10x24, B, double, $2.19 per box. nine Good serrlceaMe aecond hand with rl> C irood threads and a eonpllng wltb e:irh length, no Jiiuk — 1 In., 3e. ; 1>4 Id., 4Hc.; H4 In.. 5c.; 2 In., 6^c.: 2V4 In.. lO^c.; 3 In., at 140. and 4 In. at lOc. New 2 In. standard black, SMc. Old 4 In. gre».nhouM pipe, 14e. per foot; 4 In. boiler tubes, Tc per foot. We quote yon above only a few of oar prii-es. We mannfactnre and job In every- thing pertaining to greenhouses, both new ana sei'ond-bnnd. Get our prices before placing your orders. MErPOPOLITAN ATERIAL CO. Greenh use Wreckers 3P2-inch, 6-inch and "inch pots at $9, $12, $15 and $18 per doz. Larger plants, .at $2, $2.50 and $3 each. OTAHEITE ORANGES I'hints with from U to 12 fruits at 25c. per fruit. FICUS PANDURATA The best of all house plants. 6-in. pots, 22 to 24 in. high. .$24 per doz. 6-in. pots. 28 to 30 in. high.. $30 per doz. Dollars and Cents That's what the Craig specialties mean to you. Strive as we may by pen and pencil — the qual- ity of our goods have to be seen to be appreciated. And it is the cold, hard cash that pays your Christ- mas Bills. THEREFORE send along your order at once. ROBERT CRAIG CO. CROTONS Finest collections of Crotons in America: exceptionally well colored. 4-inch pots $25 per 100 5-inch pots $.50 and $75 per 100 6-inch pots $0, $12. $15 A: $18 per doz. 7-incb pots $2 and $2.50 each 8-inch pots $3 and $4 each Made up plants. . $5, $6. $7.30 & $10 each NEPHROLEPIS WHITMANII 8-inch pots, strong. .$12 cit $15 per doz. 9-inch Azalea pots, very handsome pl.ints .$24 per doz. NEPHROLEPIS TODEAOIDES The best of the upright growing I'crus. linch pots $20 per 100' 6-inch pots $6 and $9 per doz. Larger plants at $12, $15 and $30 per doz. NEPHROLEPIS SCOTTII 6 inch pots $6 and $9 per doz. 5 inch pans $12 per doz. id-inch p.-uis $18 and $24 per doz. NEPHROLEPIS BOSTONIENSIS .s-inch pots $12 per doz. 10-inch pans $18 and $24 per doz. 11-inch tubs , $3.50 and $4 each NEPHROLEPIS AMERPOHLII Philadelphia Lace Fern 4-inch pots $20 per 100 6 inch pots $6 and $9 per doz. .s inch pots $12 and $15 per doz. DRACAENA MASSANGEANA He.^t of all Dracaenas for the house. 6-lnch pots, well colored. $15 and $18 per doz. DRACAENA FRAGRANS 6-in. pots, strong plants, $6 & $9 per doz. DRACAENA TERMINALIS 3-inch pots $15 and $20 per 100 4-inch pots $25 per 100 DRACAENA LORD WOOLESLEY 4-In. and 5-in. pots, at $6 & $9 per doz. ARECA LUTESCENS 5-inch pots $6 and $7.50 per doz. 6-in. pots, very heavy, $15 & $18 per doz. 7-in. pots, very heavy $24 per doz. PANDANUS PACIFICA 6-inch pots $12 per doz. 7-inoh pots $18 per doz. PANDANUS VEITCHII Well colored; for basket work, 2V4 Inch pots $25 per luo BOXWOOD PYRAMIDS 3\i to iV- feet high, well shaped, in tubs.. at $3.50. $4 and $4.50 each PHOENIX ROEBELENII Most satisfactory plant; it is as dura- ble as a Kentia and as graceful as a Cocos. 4V2-inch pots. .$9 & $12 per doz. GARDENIA VEITCHII 5-inch pots $35 per 100 ROBERT CRAIG CO., Philadelphia MARKET and 49th ST. Branch : Norwood, Pa. IT W^ILL HELP US AND YOU IF WE HAVE YOUR XMAS ORDER EARLY. December 18, 1909 HORTICU LTURl:. 875 GERANIUMS We are HEADQUARTERS and offer the finest collection in AMERICA, from 2-in pots at $2.00 per 100; $18.50 per 1000, 250 of a kind at ^^=^=^=^=^^=^^:==^^=^^:==s=. thousand rates. For I18.50 we will send you 1000, 50 each of 20 distinct kinds, in a collection on which we are willing to stake our reputation. A customer in writing this week says : "Wt; used your Geraniums last year and had the finest collection we ever had, sold out clean, had nothing left for stock." We have a splendid stock in 2-in. pots of the following at J2.00 per 100. Double Lobelia Kathleen Mallard, Alyssum, Giant and Dwarf ; Lemon Verbenas, Fuchsias 6 varieties, Verschafleltii, and Golden Redder Coleus, Lantanas 8 varieties; Ivy Leaved Geraniums 6 varieties, Scented Geraniums. Double Petunias, Mixed Colors, J3.00 per 100. Cannas Roots, Home Grown, 1,000,000 good strong divisions at $18.50 per 1000. King Humbert $6 00 per 100; J50.00 per 1000. NEW GERANIUM PRICE LIST NOW READY R. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., white marsh, mp. ROOTED COTTINGS CARNATIONS HEALTHY STOCK Beacon, Enchantress, King§ton Pet, White EnchantresB, Wingor. Price $3.00 per 100; $25 00 per 1000. Lady Bountiful, Mrs. T. W, Laweon, Ked LawHon, Fres. Seelye, Variegated Lawson, White Lawson! Price $2.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. ROSES Grafted and Own Root, each. Send for List. Have a few thousand WOOD BROTHERS FISHKILL, N.Y. PEONIES S«nd for our liat. The very choicest CoromereWI Varietiei. FIELD CARNATIONS Pure White Enchantress Afterglow, Winona, Winsor, splendid plants, $6 per 100, $50 per 1000 THE E. G. HILL CO., Richmond, IndiaRa. THE CONSTANT A New Seedling Carnation of Wonderful Merit. Will be offered to the trade in Februay, 1910, For description, price, etc., see " Horticulture," issue of November 6th. CC p/\Dr> FloristB Supplies, | Est > 9m rllnLf Noveltlfs, Etc. ( 18S1 P.0.Box4515. West Park, Phlla., Pa. CARNATIONS F. DORNER & SONS CO. LaFayette, Ind. Qeranlunis, S. A. Nutt, Ricard, Perkins. Buck ner, $1.00 per 100 Carnations Enchat tress, $1.50 per 100. Boston Market, Red Sport. $1,00 per 100. Double White Petunia, Hardy Pinks, Vinca Var., Salvia Bonfire, 75c. per 100. Ager- atum LobeliaK. Maltarr, 6oc.per 100. 5cotil Ferns, $1.00 per 100. Aqullegias, Coreopsis Dielcalls, Sweet WIlLlams, Pansles Giant ^*^lze, 50c. per 100. EDWARD WALLIS, Atco. N.J. HERBERT, ATCO, N.J. DAHLIAS Every Day In the Year SHiVST^- Come and see Sbaata growing, and be convinced that It U the greatest raoner making carnation In sight today. In point of freedom It excells any Tarlety erer Introduced. Carries more buds right now than most varieties produce In a wbole season. The quality Is there, too. High score everywhere. 89 points at the A. C. S. meet last January. Can be seen at either Indianapolis or Tewksbury. Booking orders now for Jan. delivery $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. PATTEN & CO. Tewksbury, Mass. BAUR & SMITH Indianapolis, - Ind. New, brilliant, glistening pink carnation for I9I0 $12.00 per lOO. $100.00 per lOOO A. C. BROWN. CHICAGO CARNATION CO. Springfitld. 111. Joliet. Ul. A New Seedling Carnation :: :: light pink, overlaid with a deep rose pink, ihe color extending over the petals from the center almcst to the edge. The most attractive Novelty for J 910. $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. A. T. PYFER. Manager. Chicago Carnation Co., Joliet, Dl. MARY TOLMAN A NEW LIGHT PINK CARNATION FOR 1910 $12.00 per 100. $100.00 per 1000. A. E. HUNT & CO., Evanston, ill. CHICAGO CARNATION CO. Joliet, III. HUNT BROS., Park Ridge, III. A new carnation of great promise for 1910. Clear, pleasing pink. Every one who has seen this variet) likes it. $12.00 per 100, $100.00 per 1000. CHAS. KNOPF FLORAL CO. S. J. REUTER & SON, inc. Riclimond, ind. Westerly, R. I. Chrysanthemums To meet the needs o( all. A full line of NOVELTIES AH the Standard kinds, as well as a fine line of Anemones, Pompons and Singles. Catalogue retiiiy early in Jantlary Elmer 0. Smith & CO., *°fi*' CARNATION Rooted cuttings, both standard varieties, and the Itest novelties of the season. Write ns liefore placing .your order. We will Kuarautee flrst-class stock and prompt de- livery. KATAI 00 for the Asking. SKiDELSKY & IRWIN CO. 1215 Betz Bld^:., PMILADELMMIA. PA. PANSY PLANTS From my well-known strain, none bet- ter; also DAISIES (bellis) and FOR- GET-ME-NOT, fine plants, $2.00 per 1000. LETTUCE GRAND RAPIDS, BIG BOSTON, $1.00 per 1000. J. C. SCHMIDT, BRISTOL, PA. 876 HORTICULTURE December 18, 1909 For Forcing Ready for Immediate Delivery The riEht time to buy Roses is when they are fresh and well ripened. Roses potted up in the fall or late winter become ■establfshed and force better, and are far more satisfactory in every way, and you can retard or force at your elsure ecoSraend the American grown "Ramblers." Don't attempt to force imported Ramblers; the general experience is that HARDY ROSES better We recomr tliey are failures. somethinB^ew in Rose, ^g^jf Standard Baby Ramblers These are Baby Ramblers, grown on stems or standards about one and a half feet high and will be a novelty for your trade you cannot profitably overlook. They are offered for the first time in this country In the following varieties: BABT CATHERINE SEIMETH (Half Standard). White. 45 cents each, $4.50 per dozen, $35.00 per 100, BABY DOROTHY (Half Standard). Deep pink. 60 cents each, $6.00 per dozen, $45.00 per 100. BABY BASIBI/ER (Half Standard). Crimson. 45 cents each, $4.50 per dozen, $35.00 per 100. BABY "STARS and STRIPES" (Half standard). White and red grafted on the same plant; most attractive. 50 cents each, $5.Q0 per dozen, $40.00 per 100. Hardy Perpetual Roses We offer extra strong forcing two-year-old dormant, low- budded stock, in the following varieties, true to name. Price, VSc. for 6 (of one variety), $12.00 per 100, $110.00 per 1000. Alfred Colomb. Carmine. Anne de Dlesbach. Bright carmine. Ball of Snow. Pure white. Baron de Bonstetten. Dark crimson shaded. Baroness Rothschild. Satiny pink ; extra. Captain Christy. Delicate flesh color. Duke of Edinburgh. Bright vermilion; very fine. Fisher Holmes. Dark rich scarlet. FRAD KARli DRBSCHKI. The finest white in existence. General Jacqueminot. Rich velvety crimson. General Washington. Beautiful red, shaded carmine. John Hopper. Beautiful rose-pink. I.a France. The finest light pink. Margaret Dickson. White, pale flesh center. Magna Charta. Clear rosy pink. Mme. Gabriel Lnizet. Light satiny pink. Mme. Plantier. White. Mrs. John I.aing. Soft pink. Most desirable variety. Paul Neyron. Beautiful dark pink. Prince Camille de Rohan. Velvety crimson. IJIrlch Brnnner. Cherry-red. Forcing Rambler Roses American Crown. The Only Stock for Forcing CRIMSON RAMBLER Large heavy plants, two years old, mossed and packed in bundles of 10. 10 100 3 to 4 feet ¥1.25 $12.00 3 to 5 feet l.'S 16.00 4 to 6 feet, extra strong and heavy 2.25 20.00 DOROTHY PERKINS Shell Pink. $1.25 for 10, $12.00 per 100. Extra strone, $1.'S for 10, $16.00 per 100. Tausendschon The new Rambler Rose. The name translated means a "thousand beauties." Color beautiful rose, shading to pink. $2.26 for 10, $20.00 per 100. Tausendschon (standard grown). Each 60c., doz. $5.00, 100 $40.00. HIAWATHA. The flowers are single and are of a deep. In- tense crimson shade with the petals shading to a pure white base. Flowers very freely and is undoubtedly one of the best of the single Roses for forcing. Extra strong, two-year, fleld-grown, $3.25 for 10, $30.00 per 100. WEDDING BELI,8. A seedling of the Crimson Rambler. The most floriferous Rose yet produced. The color is white with the »pper part of the petals soft-pink. Fine for forcing. Perfectly hardy. Extra strong two-year-old fleld-grown flowering plants, 3 to 4 feet. $2.26 for 10, $15.00 per 100. LiADY G.4Y. A seedling from the popular Crimson Rambler, which it resembles in habit and general effect. The flowers are of a delicate cherry-pink color, which fades to soft white. Strong plants, field-grown, $3.25 for 10, $16.00 per 100. Baby Rambler Roses BABY DOROTHY. The Pink Baby Rambler, and bound to find favor where the Babv Ramblers are popular. $1.18 for 10, $16.00 per 100. BABY RAMBLER (Mme. Norbert Levavasseur) Strong fleld-grown plants, $1.75 for 10. $15.00 per 100. ARTHUR T. BODDINGTON, SEEDSMAN, 342 West 14th Street, NEW YORK LEESLEY BROS. Ornamental Trees, Shrubs and Hardy Plants Wholesale Catalogue Free Upon Applicatioo N. 40111 and Petirsm «ii., CHICtSO, III. Box Trees "d other EVERGREENS for Tubs ^d Boies Our Prices are Always Right — Catalog Free THE NEW ENGLAND NURSERIES, Inc. DAHLIAS -GLADIOLUS) 400 Varieties Dahlias. Selections from the best the Country affords. Gladi- olus in mixture, in quantities from 1 doz. to 100,000. Order early for spring 1910. Cataio^uf Free J. L. MOORE, Northboro, Ma^ss. In ordering goods please add "I saw it in HORTICULTURE." A FeAV Left th'e NeMr Daw^son Rambler Roses DAYBREAK and LADY DUNCAN 3 year old Plants $1 eacb, $10 per doz. A Large Stock of Choice Conifers, Deciduous Trees and Shrubs and Hardy Herbaceous Perennials EASTERN NURSERIES. JAMAICA. PLAIN. MASS. HENRY S. DAWSON. Maniger American Grown Roses Fruit and Ornamental Trees, Shrubs, Small Fruits, Clematis, Evergreens. Write for Trade List. W. & T. SMITH CO. Geneva. N. Y. A SPECIALTY TheDingee&GonardCoMGrove HOLLAND NURSERIES Best Hardy Rhododendron*, Azaleas, Conifers, Clematis, H. P. Roses, Shrubs, and Herba- ceous Plants. . VJUn CAACKb., p. 0. No. 1 . Hoboken, N. J. December IS, 190i» HORTICULTURE, 877 Notes from the Arnold Arboretum Besides the Rhododendrons there are a number of other broad-leaved evergreens among the new Chinese introductions. Some have alread}' been mentioned in previous issues as Sarcococca, Sycopsis, Xylosma, Loni- cera pileata, Cle7natis Armandi and some evergreen species of Viburnum, Cotoneaster and Rub us, but there remain still a few not yet noted which may be briefly described here. A very handsome evergreen shrub is Berberis acumin- ata with arching spiny branches bright red when young. The lanceolate leaves are spiny along the margin and from three to four inches long. The slender-stalked bronzy yellow flowers appear in clusters and are followed by ovoid bluish black fruits. A shrub similar in appear- ance and habit is Berberis Gagnepainii with slender spines about one and a half inch in length. The lanceolate leaves are from one to almost two inches long and spiny along the margin. The yellow flowers are borne on slender stalks in clusters of three to five and are followed by ovoid violet-purple berries. Berberis Wallichiana, though known to cultivation since a long time, may be mentioned here, since the plants raised from recently introduced Chinese seeds have proved much hardier than the Himalayan plant. It is a hand- some shrub with oblong or lance-oblong leaves about two inches long and bright green on the upper and bluish white on the lower surface. The flowers appear in many-flowered clusters and are followed by ovoid bluish black berries. A very distinct and handsome species is Berberis verruculosa with yellow branches and spines which form a pleasing contrast with the glossy bright green foliage. The branches are rough with minute warts and the slender spines are about one half inch long. The oval leaves are from one half to three quarters of an inch long and have a few spiny teeth : on tlie upper surface they are bright glossy green and pale on the lower. The yellow flowers appear soli- tary or in few-flowered clusters on short stalks and the violet purple berries are ovoid. Only half evergreen is Berberis Wilsonae a low spiny shrub similar in habit to B. Thunbcrgii. The oblanceolate entire leaves are from one half to one inch long, dull green and strongly veined and assume late in autumn a brilliant scarlet color. The flowers appear in dense and short clusters along the braiichej- and are followed by very ornamental coral- red globose berries. A neat evergreen shrub of dense habit is Ilex Pernyi with short-stalked oval dark green leaves about one to one and a half inch in length and furnished with four spiny teeth. The small white axillary flowers are fol- lowed by red fruits about one third of an inch in diameter. Ilex Fargesii has lanceolate slender-stalked leaves finely toothed and from three to four inches long. The axillary fruits are red like in the preceding species. A handsome evergreen Privet is Ligustrum strongy- lophyllum with dark green short-stalked leaves broadly oval and about one inch long. The small white flowers are disposed in loose terminal panicles from three to five inches long. Very variable in the shape of its foliage is Ligustrum Henryi; the leaves vary from broadly ovate or nearly round to ovate-lanceolate and from less than one half to one and a half inch in length. The flowers are borne in dense and short panicles. The laigesl flowers of all the Jasmines in cultivation, has Jasininvm pi'imulinvm ; they measure one and a hahf-inch in diameter and are usually semi-double andi of a rich yellow color. The leaves are trifoliate with the middle leaflet oblong in outline and one and a half inch long and the two lateral ones shorter and broader. Jasminum floridum has also trifoliate, but smaller leaves and much smaller flowers in loose terminal corjTnbs; it is known to cultivation since a long time from the Himalayas, but the recently introduced Chinese form is apparently hardier. Stranvaesia undulata belong to genus little known in cultivation and allied to Photinia. It is a half-evergreen shrub with elliptic to oblong entire leaves from one and a half to three inches long and turning late in autumn to a brilliant scarlet. The small white flowers are dis- posed in terminal corymbs and followed by red fruits about one quarter of an inch in diameter. 'jAk>n. Geranium Red Wing The illustration shows a flower truss of this new zonal pelargonium raised by F. II. DeWitt & Co., of Wooster, Ohio. The variety is described as a strong grower and its introducers express the belief that with its splendid color it will divide honors with S. A. Nutt for first place among bedding geranium?:. 878 HORTICULTURE December 18, 19'J9 Progress in Geraniums While this great improvement alluded to in last issue has taken place with the double or more properly the semi-doubles, — which are the greatest favorites with the majority of the American people — the Singles, the favorites of Europe, especially England, have kept pace with them, so that the Single Geranium of today is a flower of marvelous beauty, such as a comparatively few people realize. Those who have not kept informed as to the newer introductions cannot form any conception of the grand colors and shades we have in this family, rivaling even the rose in beauty. In fact it would be almost impossible to compare a bed of Geraniums such as we had, say 20 years ago, with a bed of Paul Crampel, for instance — a perfect mass of most intense fiery scar- let, almost completely concealing the foliage with trusses of enormous size. Our Eugene Sue with its exquisite shade of russet orange is a color that carries extremely well, and so it is, on through an almost unlimited num- ber of varieties, embracing all the colors, shades and combinations of colors that it is imaginable to find in the Geranium, and while the singles are not well suited for the market trade where they have to stand rough handling, yet where there is a home trade they will meet every requirement of the most critical, and for the con- servatory a lasting eifect can be produced with them not excelled by any other flowering plant. As a few of the leading singles we might mention Pamela, one of Cannell's English round-flowered type, large pure white center shading through a maculated effect to a crimson lake border, an unusually strong grower for one of this race; Mrs. E. G. Hill, the stand- ard rosy salmoti among the single bedders ; Nuit Poite- vine a handsome darjj rosy purple; Feuer, which comes to us from Germany very highly recommended as a candidate for first place among the dwarf scarlet bed- ders; The Sirdar, a beautiful shade of intense scarlet and a true representative of the large English round- flowered class, and so on through a bewildering collec- tion of splendid sorts. A comparatively new race of Geraniums is the Cyelope. They are especially suitable for fancy pot plants, being distinguished from the other double varie- ties by the particular shape of the flower. The petals, which are elegant and showy, leave the white center visible in a very marked manner; we now have several handsome varieties in this class. Jules Vasseur, semi- double bright cardinal red, upper petals shaded carmine purple with a white eye; Leon Baudrier carmine lake shaded cerise to a white center, and others all capable of passing the most critical judgment; the Single Cyelope are the most striking of all Geraniums with the clear white centers of the individual flowers giving the open truss the appearance of having a light center sur- rounded by a border of the color of the flower. The Cactus-Flowering Geraniums are a very unique and striking beautiful distinct type originating in Eng- land about 1904. They have won a place of popular form as a novelty for the conservatory and window boxes, for which they usually are pleasing and attractive on account of their admirable elegance of form and exquisitely graceful, narrow, curled and twisted petals similar to those of the finest grade of Cactus Dahlia. With regard to the introductions of the last two years, we have refrained from saying much about them, con- fining ourselves as nearly as possible to those kinds which experience has taught us are useful and are already classed among those that measure up to the highest type of standard varieties or those which we are satisfied are capable of producing the most satisfactory results, and will be classed among the standards as soon as they become known to the geranium growers. Yet there are many among the novelties that are great ad- vancements towards perfection and well worthy of a trial. Among them we would especially mention Ed- mond Blanc, Bouc. 1907, semi-double and one of the most exquisite striking shades of deep carmine with a violet tinge, that we have seen ; Jamaique, Lem. 1907, a grand variety, rich cherry red, enormous trusses and splendid habit ; Suzanne Despres, Lem. 1907, large semi- doable flowers of the delicate shade which can best bfi described as apple blossom white, each petal bordered rose; Jean Lamarque, Brt. 1908, an effective color of violet not very much in evidence among other standard sorts, stained with rose; Mauna Loa, Lem. 1907, bright orange red, a color not very much in evidence among our standard sorts; Genitrix, Br't. 1907, light turkey red, in speaking of which Mr. Bruant says: "We have a group of this variety in our experimental garden ; it has shown itself to be remarkable for its uninterrupted blooming and its resistance to inclement weather." Jean de Vries, Br't. 1907, has very large semi-double flowers, velvety violet purple with the center splashed like a nasturtium. With these there are many others that will supersede some of the older varieties as soon as they are well disseminated. Among the 1909 imported novelties will be found the most beautiful colors that can be imagined — mag- nificent splendid solid colors that fairly dazzle the eye; others are exquisite combinations that baffle successful description and must be seen to be appreciated. Most of them are strong robust growers with beautiful foliage and we are confident there are some among them that are destined to become leaders in their different classes. Another new type described by Mr. Lemoine is Pelar- gonium Peltata Zonale, a cross between an Ivy and a Zonal and retaining all the best points of both parents, including the beautiful soft tinge of the Ivy and the hardy constitution of the Zonal. The flowers are semi- double and produced in fine trusses. Alliance is a beautiful representative of this type; it is an exquisite shade of pale lilac pink, the upper petals feathered and blotched rich crimson maroon. As a vase plant or for window boxes where they are exposed to the sun this type will be found superior to the Ivy Leaved kinds. White Marsh, Md. December 18, 1909 HORTICULTURE 879 horticulture: TOL. X DECEMBER 18, 1909 HO. 25 PUBLISHED TVEEKLY BY HOR-TICULTURE PUBLISHING CO. II Hamilton Place, Boston, Mass. Telephone, Oxford S92 WM. J. STEWART, Editor aad Manager SUBSCRIPTION PRICE Oa* Year, ia advance, $1 00: To Foreign Countries, $2.00: To Canada, $1.50 ADVERTISING RATES Par Inch, 30 inches to page $1.00. Discounts on Contracts for consecutive insertions, as follows; One month (4 times) 5 per cent ; three months U3 times) 10 percent.; ilz months (26 times) 20 per cent. ; one year (52 times) 30 per cent. Page and half page spaces, special rates on application. Sacared as second-class matter December 6, 1904, at the Post Office at Boston, Mass under the Act of Congress of March 3, 1879, CONTENTS Page COVER ILLVSTRATION— Portrait Abraham L. Miller. NOTE? FROM THE ARNOLD ARBORKTUM— Alfred Rehder S77 GERANIUM RED WING— Illustrated 877 PROGRESS IN GERANIUMS— R. A. Vincent 879 OBITUARY- William K. Harris, Portrait SSQ Sewall Fishei — Mrs. H. J. Kranljs 881 NEW CHRYSANTHEMUM HOWARD GOULD— 0. H. Tott> 881 HOUSE OF LORRAINE BEGONIAS— Illustration 881 NEWS or- THE CLUBS AND SOCIETIES: New York Florists' Club— President Elect A. L. Miller 882 A Vi'sit to Nashua, N. H.— Milwaukee Florists' Club.. 883 St. Louis Florist Club 884 Newport Horticultural Society — James Robertson, Portrait SS5 .American Carnation Society — Morris Co. Gardeners' And Florists' Society — North Shore Horticultural Society — American Peony Society 902 Lenox Horticultural Society — Albany Florist Club.. 903 .S):ED TRADE- Opposition to Pea and Bean Contract Prices — Postage on Sealed Seed Packets — Short Deliverier on Garden Beet Seeds— Notes 890 OF INTEREST TO RETAIL FLORISTS: Steamer Departures — New Flower Stores 892 Trying to Make an Impression, Illustration — Flowers by Telf graph 893 FLOWER MARKET REPORTS: Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Detroit 895 Indianapolis, N'ew York, Philadelphia 897 MISCELLANEOUS: Potash For Sale to All 890 Personal 892 Chicago Notes 903 The Soluble Oils for San Jose Scale 904 An Aphine Test 904 Greenhouses Building or Contemplated 90C An Explosion 906 Fire Record 906 Incorporated 906 Patents Granted 906 Tlie seed trade appears to be threatened More trouble with another hardship, according to for the the report in our seed news cohimn, seedsman which we sincerely hope will prove to have been incorrect. The insistence on first class postal rates on all sealed seed packets would certainly make a lot of trouble and expense, for a while at least, until some ingenious inventor has solved the problem of a scaled, yet not sealed, packet. Societies devoted to the protection of A wasteful native plants are making a strong appeal custom on behalf of the Mountain Laurel (Kal- mia latifolia) which is being used up in such quantities for garlanding at all seasons, but es- pecially at the Christmas holidays, that it is becoming very scarce and almost e.\tinct in many sections. It is much to be regretted that this beautiful native flower- ing shrub should be wantonly destroyed, especially as neither artistic taste nor any other purpose of real beauty are served" by the present approved methods of festooning the exterior.s and interiors of buildings with this laurel roping, so called. Bouquet green, lycopodium, ground pine or princess pine, as it is vari- ously termed, has Ijeen mostly superseded by the laurel, however, in n large section of the country and, as to its use in bouquet making, that was abandoned by llorists long ago. I-et us hope that the same advance in good taste which has banished bouquet green from the florists' work room may yet bring forward some ac- ceptable decorative material that will supersede the wasteful "roping" methods and so help to preserve our mountain laurels for more noble purposes. While feeling much in accord with the The florists' sentiments and aims of the organiza- duty tions which are endeavoring to arouse public interest on behalf of the hollj', laurel and other gems of the wildwood we fear their efforts will avail but little at the present time. Florists should really be their most active allies, and for the best of reasons. The florist business must depend for its dev elopment and success upon the general utilization, by the people, of the cultivated products of the florists' industry and skill rather than upon the use of material gathered in the wild or upon the trade in artificial manufactures or imitations of any kind. It is mani- festly the fiorists' duty to himself and to the business ho follows to place first and foremost the products of his craft before the public in such shape and manner as to develop a more general taste and appreciation for fresh flowers and plants and to discourage the use of substitutes in any place where natural twining vines or florists' products of ■ any kind are practicable. Have we not already too many make-believe palms in hotels and other places of public resort; too many artificial cattleyas and violets on the ladies' muffs; too many gaudy cloth poinsettias in the windows? Florists follow the most elegant and beautiful avoca- tion on the face of the earth; they should stand up for it in its purity and use everj' means at their command to educate the public to the idea that nothing in ex- istence can ever take the place of a fresh flower or a growing plant with people of refinement. 880 HOKTICULTURE December 18, 1909 DEATH OF WILLIAM K. HARRIS Respected and beloved of his neigh- bors and the trade of the entire conti- nent, Wni. K. Harris of Philadelphia, has entered into rest after a long period of suffering. Other pens have lovingly recorded on this page tributes to his memory that tell the story so much better than we are able to that we refrain from any extended obituary notes. Personally, we have lost a very dear friend and our heart is filled with emotion as we glance reminiscently of more than a quarter of a century back over a very intimate friendship with this genius and philosopher and feel honored that it has been our privi- lege to share "That best portion of a good man's life, — His little, nameless, unremembered acts of kindness and of love." Although a keen and shrewd busi- ness man, Mr. Harris never was known to intrude questions of trade or bar- gain into the social hours which he enjoyed so much in the company of his friends. His was a unique per- sonality, a sunshiny temperament, a big, kindly heart, a well-spent life devoid of selfishness or guile. He was an honor to his profession. Robert Craig's Story of Mr. Harris' Life. Wm. Kennard Harris was born March 10th, 1S38, in Philadelphia. He went to work at the age of ten years for Robert Dunk, who lived in the "Neck" in the southern part of Philadelphia, who was a grower of herbaceous plants and who had probably the best collec- tion in the state at that time. He was also a raiser of small fruits and garden truck. Mr. Dunk was a basket-maker and taught the art to young Harris, who became very expert at the work and at about twenty-five years of age started in business on his own ac- count. At the age of twenty-nine he gave up basket-making and started in the greenhouse business, buying out Wm. Hobson, who had three small greenhouses at 55th street and Darby road; the houses were in poor con- dition and Mr. Harris having little capital had a long struggle before he got the business in a prosperous con- dition, but it did finally grow so that Mr. Harris was able to start in a larger way at his present location, 55th street and Springfield avenue. He became one of the best commercial plant grow- ers of Philadelphia and has been a noted specialist for the last thirty years. He was one of the earliest to grow in quantity Ficus elastica and Panda- nus Veitchii. He raised many new seedling chrysanthemums, introducing many standard sorts. He also intro- duced Li Hum Harrisii. He was a great observer and quick to detect the merits of a new plant. No one grew zonal geraniums better than he did. About twenty-five years ago he grew by the houseful the then new varieties such as Madame Lemoine, Marie Lemoine, New Life, etc. He also raised many seedlings, one of the best of which was Bishop Wood. He was probably the foremost man in this country in growing the once famous tri-color ger- aniums, of which Madame Pollock was a good example. -As to his personal traits, he was noted for his strong common sense and good business qualities. His word "was as good as his bond," and he was withal kindly and considerate. He was a good bowler, a good shot and an all-round good fellow. He died at 9.30 a. m. on the morn- ing of December 13, in his rocking chair, passing away as one falling quietly into sleep. ROBERT CRAIG. John Burton's Reminiscences. There are few of our readers who have not known or heard of Wm. K. Harris, and all who have known him will be grieved to hear of his death. We of Philadelphia do not yet know what we have lost. His great person- ality in his business and social life made its impression on all who met him. It was the writer's good fortune for William K. Harris d number of years to be one of his near friends. A week rarely passed that we did not meet once or twice and with other of his friends spend an nour or so in a social game of bowl- ing, or talk over old times, or matters of interest to our local or national so- cieties, often having supper together afterwards, when our discussions would be renewed, at times reaching the point of argument but always ending in good nature on William's part; for, while positive in his views, he was always ready to listen to the other fellow. He would occasionally speak of his childhood and tell of his struggles as a youth. When ten years old he ran away from a brutal farmer and with one penny in his pocket, and twelve hours without eating, bought two small cakes, one of which he gave to an- other little fellow who seemed just as hungry as himself. This he after- wards considered the greatest act of generosity of his life. His generous actions did not stop with his child- hood, Init he never spoke of them. Though without much early educa- tion, he read a great deal and had his favorite writers, one of whom was Goldsmith. I once heard him say, "I can understand and learn more from one page of Goldsmith than a whole chapter of Emerson," though he be- lieved Emerson the greater writer. Mr. Harris had been a sufferer for years with a chronic trouble, but he rarely complained and never when it might interfere with the pleasure of his friends. He was confined to his home for several months, but was un- able to gain strength, slowly getting weaker. He said a few days before he died, "I am too tired, John." This was the last time I talked with him. I thank my old friend for having added to my pleasure in life. JOHN BURTON. George C. Watson's Word. William K. Harris belonged to an older generation than the writer. A respectful diflidence restrains any strong expression of opinion as to the place Mr. Harris will finally hold when the history of horticultural achieve- ment for his generation comes to be finally written — that is, it does not seem modest or proper for a younger man like the writer to size up a man like Mr. Harris. That duty is left to abler pens and more matured judg- ment and experience. One thing may be said with propriety, however, he was a big man! Strong in personal- ity, strong in will power, keen as a business man, far-seeing, .saving, in- dustrious. In his personal relations, simple and innocent as a child; kindly, charitable, impulsive, full of good hu- mor and sociability. A close associa- tion extending over twenty years served only to deepen and accentuate the bonds of amity and admiration. This is a personal word and is given in all sincerity and with love and rev- ''rance to the memory of our dear fiiend, "The Deacon." We do not get many original and unique characters like him in a life time. He shed lustre on the horticultural profession in many ways, and we believe his name will be remembered in history. GEORGE C. WATSON. John Westcott's Tribute. I have lost a dear, personal friend in the passing away of William K. Harris. I grieve not only for myself, but for the horticultural community of Philadelphia and the country at large. He gave us many good things in his time. He gave us Lilium Har- risii, he gave us Ivory chrysanthe- mum, he gave us Mrs. Wood geranium, he gave us branched rubbers and countless other good things; but to us who were closely associated with him he gave of himself — a pearl without price — the finest personality I think that I have ever had Ihe fortune to meet during my life time. He was the truest, kindest, best of friends, and no one can ever tell my sense of per- sonal loss — so I will not attempt to speak of it. It is certain that horti- culture has lost one of its brightest stars in the passing away of William K. Harris. JOHN WESTCOTT. December 18, 1909 HORTICULTURE 881 A Word from George Anderson. To my mind one of the most marked features in the make-up of William K. Han is was his emulation of ex- cellence. He was ambitious in every- thing he undertook. Another strong feature in his excellent record was his hard working, industrious methods. Away back in ISTl, when I was with Robert 13uist, I can remember that ex- cellent judge of human character siz- ing W. K. Harris up as a man who was suie to make his mark. Time has borne out the truth of this prophecy. I knew Mr. Harris tor nearly forty years and a better man as friend, neighbor, or fellow-workman I never knew. We will all miss him. GEORGE ANDERSON. From Hosea Waterer. Mr. Wm. K. Harris was one of the best florists and men I ever met. I knew him for twenty-eight years and always found him the same. He will be much missed bv all who knew him well. HOSEA WATERER. Resolutions by the Florists' Club of Philadelphia. At a special meeting of the Florists' Club of Philadelphia, held December 14th, 1909, to take action on the death of their late fellow-member and ex- president, William Kenuard Harris, the following resolutions were adopted: Whereas, the members of the Flor- ists' Club of Philadelphia have learned with deep regret of the death of their esteemed and beloved fellow-member; therefore be it Resolved, That feeling the sense of loss of one of such sterling worth, whose kindness, benevolence and cour- tesy so resplendent in his whole life, endeared him to all who knew him; therefore be it further Resolved, That these resolutions be published, and a copy of same be sent to his family as a token of high re- gard, and also as an expression of a sense of the great loss the club has sustained. ROBERT CRAIG, JOHN WESTCOTT, J. OTTO THILOW, Committee. By resolution it was agreed the club room should be draped in black and closed all day Thursday. The club's floral emblem was entrusted to John Westcott and A. B. Cartledge. A por- trait of Mr. Harris, suitably framed, was ordered for the club room. Jo- seph Heacock, president of the club, presided at the special meeting which was lai gely attended, amoiig those present being Fred Hahman, S. S. Ski- delsky, George Anderson, David Rust,. John Westcott, A. Fahrenwald, George C. Watson, David Rust, Gus Eick- meyer, Jno. Fowler, S. S. Pennock, J. Otto Thilow, H. Waterer, Alfred Bur- ton, J. W. Colflesh, Robert Craig, Ed- ward Towill. James Griffin, A. B. Cart- ledge and Edward Reid. OTHER DEATHS. Sewall Fisher. Sewall Fisher, formerly in business as a florist at Framingham, Mass., died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. R. Synimes, in Boston, on Sunday, Decem- ber 13, aged 76 years. Besides the daughter above mentioned, he leaves a widow and one son. Ml'. Fisher was widely known as a carnation laiser in the early days of that specialty, being a contemporary of the late John Thorpe. Silver Lake, introduced in 1SS4, Anna Webb, 1SS5, and Mrs. Fisher, 1890, were his most noted productions, the last named be- ing still grown in some places. Among his introductions were also Cardinal, Crystal, Clifton Fisher, Florence Fisher and Orient. Mr. Fisher was a man of very re- tiring disposition, modest and unas- suming to an extreme, affable and kindl,\ always, and enjoyed the re- spect and esteem of the Boston florists and the carnation fraternity every- where in the fullest degree. Mrs. H. J. Franks. We are very sorry to learn of the death at Allegan, Mich., December 12, of Mrs. H. J. Franks, mother of our Chicago representative, Mrs. M. B. Hancock. NEW CHRYSANTHEMUM HOWARD GOULD (BESSIE G. PAYNE.) Editor of HORTICULTURE. Dear Sir: — I notice that in your in- teresting notes of the Edinburgh Show, you mention the Wells variety which under the name of Bessie G, Payne, captured the Silver Medal. I would say that this chrysanthemum in botii England and this country, will be sent out and known under the name of Howard Gould. Owing to the fact that .Air. Wells was not in England at the time the flower was named, the distinguished gentleman Mr. C. Harman Payne named this variety, as he did not know the circumstances of the case, as it was growing in this country un- der a seedling number. With Mr. Gould's sanction it was named after him. The -.ariety is a splendid one and the mix-up in the names, while it could not be avoided, is perhaps to be regretted. However. Messrs. Wells in sending out their new catalogue for the coming year will explain this circumstance and as I before stated this variety will be called Howard Gould and not Bessie G. Payne. C. H. TOTTY. House of the Ix)n.si>.\le "Light Pink Lorraine" Begonia !\t Koliert Craig Co., Philadelphia. 882 HORTICULTURE December 18, 1909 ijiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiiiiii Ill III! iiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiiimiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiimiiimiiiiiiiiiiiiiiininiiiimiiimiamiiii^ ABOUT FLOWERS If you are in the flower business you have something to think about between . now and Christmas. I have been connected with the wholesale flower tiade 7 of New York for nearly twenty-six years. I know the goods and the people ^■^ who grow them. So, when you think of Christmas Flowers THINK OF CHARLES MILLANG. If there is anything in the great variety of fine stock grown for the New York market that you want I can supply it, in good condition and at fair rates. My central location in the big flower market building of the Metropolis affords Unexcelled facilities for knowing what is available and its value. I am receiving every day large shipments of superb stock from the best growers. Every Order Will Receive Careful Personal Attention Charles Millang' WHOLESALE FLORIST 55-5? West 26th St., NEW YORK Branch: CUT FLOWER MARKET, 57 West 26tli St., Ground Roor. Telephone, 7062 Madison Square. ^hiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiHHiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiiiiiiiiiiiHiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiin NEWS OF THE CLUBS AND SOCIETIES NEW YORK FLORISTS' CLUB. It is a long time since the New York Florists' Club had so big a meeting as on last Monday evening when, brav- ing the rain and slush of the most in- clement day of the season, nearly one bundled members were in attendance. Election of officers for the coming year was the principal cause of the excite- ment. However, everything passed off very quietly, the election of president and secretary being unanimous and the defeated candidates for the other offices accepting the situation very good-naturedly and severally asking that the election of their rivals be made unanimous. Harry Turner, the present presiding officer, W. E. Marshall and R. M. Schultz all declined to run for the presidency, thus leaving the field clear for A. L. Miller, whose portrait adorns the title page of this issue. For the vice-presidency, Jos. A. Manda de- feated Robert E. Berry, and for the treasurership, W. C. Rickards, Jr., the present incumbent, outdistanced J. K. Allen, Mr. Langjahr having declined. A. M. Henshaw declined to run for secretary against John Young, and so the services of this efficient officer are again, as for many years before, at the club's command. H. A. Bunyard, P. R. Pierson and Phil F. Kessler were elected trustees for three years, and Wm. Duckham for one year. \V. H. Siebrecht, Jr., made an inter- esting report for the joint committee of the Club, the N. Y. Market Associa- tion and the N. Y. & N. J. Associa- tion of Plant Growers on the avail- ability "of the property wanted for a plant market site, and the city's title to same. A. L. Miller, John Birnie and others urged that the club make an early effort to attain the desired object. Messrs. C. H. Totty, F. R. Pierson and Robert Simpson were constituted a committee to make preparations for the reception and entertainment of the American Rose Society at its approach- ing meeting and exhibition in this city. Messrs. Wm. Duckham, J. H. Pepper and C. B. Weathered were appointed transportation committee to the meet- ing of the American Carnation Society at Pittsburg in January. J. Austin Shaw, W. J. Elliott and John Young were appointed to prepare resolutions on the death of John Seligman. On the exhibition table were sweet peas Christmas Pink, Mrs. Alex. Wal- lace, Snow Bird, Florence Denzer, Chas. H. Totty and Wallacea, to which the judges awarded a cultural certifi- cate. Chas. H. Weber showed two seedling carnations, one white and one pink, the latter scoring a preliminary certificate. Frank E. Witney, Fish- kill, showed seedling carnation Wo- dinethe and this also won a prelimi- nary certificate. The "House Committee" put up a generous spread and a special vote of thanks was accorded J. B. Nugent for the gift of a luscious turkey. A. L. Miller, President-elect. Sound and successful, practical and popular, is the gentleman whom the prosperous New York Florists' Club has selected as its standard bearer for the year 1911. Abraham Lincoln Miller was born May 1, 1865, in East New York, now a part of Brooklyn, Greater New York. Twelve years ago he succeeded to the llorist business established in a small way thirty-three years before by his father, Henry Miller, on Jamaica avenue, Brooklyn. His foresight and confidence in the business was demon- strated by the addition of several new greenhouses and a little later, by the purchase of fourteen acres of land at Jamaica, L. I., where a range of houses was erected and the business run in conjunction with that at East New York. The Jamaica establish- ment comprises about 50,000 sq. ft. of glass, under which are grown Christ- mas and Easter plants and cut flowers. The collection of herbaceous and nur- sery stock is also very extensive. Mr. Miller has been a very active member of the N. Y. & N. J. Associa- tion of Plant Growers and president of that association. He has been a de- voted rnember of the New York Flor- ists' Club for twenty years and no one has ever been elected to the highest office in the club's power who has en- joyed the confidence and esteem of the members and of the trade in general 'uore than Mr. Miller has. December 18, 1909 HORTICU LTUKE, 883 XMAS XXXX HOLLY XMAS $5.00 PER CASE Laurel Wreaths, $2. 50 per dozen and up Laurel Festooning, 6 cents a yard. Boxwood Wreaths' 86.00 to S18 00 per dozen. Bush Laurel, 50c. Princess Pine Festconing, $6.00 per 100 yards> made all round. Leucothoe Sprays, $750 per 1,000; $1.00 per 100. Dagger and Fancy Ferns, $1 25 per 1000. New Crop Galax, Bronze, ?i.so per loco. Green, Ji.oo per looo. CUT BOXWOOD SPRAYS $16.00 PER 100 POUNDS A Full Line of Florists' Supplies. All Kinds of Insecticides. Chrysanthemums and Carna- tions, in all Standard Varieties. Roses — Beauties, Richmonds, Harylands, The Two Killarneys, Brides and Bridesmaids. Seasonable Cut Flowers Lilies, Orchids, Gardenias, Lily of the Valley, Violets, Adiantum, Asparagus, etc. Henry M. Robinson Co., Boston, Mass. 15 Province Street and 9 Chapman Place. Telephones— Main 2617-2618. Fort Hill 25290. ALL ORDERS FILLED PROMPTLY, PROPERLY AND TO YOUR SATISFACTION. A VISIT TO NASHUA. Saturday, December 11, was a "red- letter day" in the history of the Gar- deneis' and Florists' Club of Boston. Secretary Craig had called for a good turn-out of members in acceptance of the invitation to visit the respective establishments of George E. Buxton and August Gaedeke & Co., at Nashua, N. H., and the response was an en- thusiastic one, there being fully 75 in the party, comfortably filling the spe- cial car which had been attached to the 11.30 a. m. train from Boston. A trio of musicians accompanied the party and music was at no time lack- ing. On arrival at Nashua the visitors were met by their hosts and Judge C. W. Hoitt and escorted to the Tremont House where a fine dinner was en- joyed. Special cars were boarded for Mr. Buxton's range of greenhouses, which were found in a condition of splendid fertility and neatness. After a thorough inspection the route to the Gaedeke establishment was taken up and a brief stop was made at Judge Hoitt's beautiful home where the poul- try-loving members had an opportu- nity to admire a dazzling array of prize winning pheasants, bantams and other feathered kind. At each of the above places refreshments were lavish- ly provided and at Gaedeke's they found the long potting shed trans- formed into a refreshment room of un- limited resources. At the dinner there had been no speech-making other than a few words of welcome by Judge Hoitt, who pre- sided, and a brief response on behalf of the visitors by President Downs. At the wind-up at Gaedeke's, however, considerable oratory was turned loose, together with singing, cheering and general hilarity which was well main- tained on the homeward trip to Bos- ton. The most unassuming and mod- est of the whole party were Messrs. Buxton and Gaedeke, who well exem- plified the quiet modesty which Judge Hoitt declared to be a universal char- acteristic in New Hampshire states- men. At Mr. Buxton's place were seen three carnation seedlings, all white, viz.. Granite State, No. 3 and No. 7, in their fourth year and all showing strong points of superiority. Pink Beauty, another seedling, was much admired. It is a cross between Mar- ion Buxton and Mrs. Patten, color deep pink. Among the standard varieties showing up particularly fine were Wi- nona, Rose Pink Enchantress, Beacon, White Perfection, Pink Delight and Enchantress. Mr. Buxton is an "old stager" at the carnation business and has lost none of his skill. At August Gaedeke & Co.'s a bench of Bay State was most creditable and a house of the old stand-by. Fair Maid, was acknowledged by its raiser, Albert Roper, to be equal to the best he had ever seen. Very few carnations have earned so much money per square foot for the grower as this "bread and but- ter" favorite. Another specialty great- ly admired at Gaedeke's was the Lor- raine begonias — equal to the best pro- duced anywhere. There are two car- nation seedlings here also which may yet be heard from. MILWAUKEE FLORISTS' CLUB. The artistic success of the Milwau- kee Flower Show was so marked that the Milwaukee Florists' Club has prac- tically decided to hold another one next year, even though the affair was not a financial success. The annual meeting and election of officers of the club was held December 4, when the following officers were elected: President. Nicholas Zweifel; vice- president, Alex Klokner; treasurer, J. G. Heitm'ann; secretary, Eugene Oes- treicher; trustee for three years, Ar- thur Leidiger, and trustee for one year, Gust Pohl. The Utica (X. Y.) Florists' Club held its annual banquet at Genessee Hall, on the evening of Dec. 2, and a very pleasant time was enjoyed. APHINE The new insecticide dis- covery that kills plant lice of eveiy species. Effective indoors and outdoors. Send for Descriptive Cir- cular. George E. Ta'madge, Inc. MADISON, N.J. 884 HORTICULTURE December 18, 1909 THE ROLL CALL All business is a serious proposition. Few of us have time or inclination to indulge either in compliments or persiflage. When a little lightning comes out of the gloom however, it is all the more brilliant. We take pleasure in calling the roll of a few states at random showing the public appreciation of the little souvenir we are now sending out. MICHIGAN. We received your beautiful catalog and on looking It over find the phrase on page — . Mr. — — wishes me to say however, that one brush would hardly be enough. , Bay City, Mich. COLORADO. Your catalog is a good one. The phrase Is on page — . Thauk you. , Denver, Col. CONNECTICUT. Thanks for your very complete catalog. We have found the phrase on page — • As to your fairness the trade iu seuernl will testify. , New Haven, Conn. PENNSYLVANIA. The phrase is on page — . I think you have succeeded in our acquaintance. Your book is the best we have ever seen. Please send me the following rib- bons by next train. , Hazelton, Penna. OHIO. Your line catalogue is certainly a work of art, each page full of meat. It seems nothing a florist needs is miss- ing. , E. Liverpool, O. BRITISH COLUMBIA. Your catalog received. We find on looking it over there are a few things we want. The phrase is on page — . Yours truly, , Vancouver, B. C. INDIANA. Accept thanks fur grand catalog. It win receive a prouiiueut place in our office. J found the phrase all right — thank you. The Richmond ribbon will All a long felt want. , Kokomo, Ind. ONTARIO. The catalog received. The moment the writer gets time he is going to hunt for one of those solid back brushes which you think the florists need, and we think we need one as bad as any- one. , Toronto. NEW YORK. Your book is so fine we propose to keep it always in sight. llandy for reference and much appreciated. , Kingston, N. Y. GEORGIA. Y'our catalog arrived yesterday. It's a dandy too. Thauk you very much. . Atlanta, Ga. 'TP A pC We will be glad to send this handsome clothes biui-h 2^2 ^ 8 inches to any readt-r ol Hoiticulture * ^*-^ *^ who will write us giving the page at which the fol'owirg phrase ^' After experimenting a great deal we have succeeded" appears in our new catalogue. It is eas ly found and the souvenir will be cheeriuUy stnt to all in the trade whether customers or not. M. RICE & CO. LEADING FLORISTS' SUPPLY HOUSE Of America 1220 RACE STREET Phila. ST. LOUIS FLORIST CLUB. This club held its December meet- iDg on last Thursday afternoon, in their new meeting rooms. Odd Fellows building. There was also a good ex- hibition of new carnations. Those who exhibited were the Chicago Carnation Co., who staged a vase each of Con- quest, Mary Tolman, and Sangamo. Chas. Knopf Floral Co. of Richmond, hid., showed a vase of their fine pink Admiration, and the Miami Floral Co., of Dayton, Ohio, had a vase of their new dark pink Miami Queen. C. Delbever read a most interesting paper on "Advertising in a Florist Club." This paper was greatly dis- cussed by all present and will be again taken up at the next meeting from a taken up at the next meeting. Frank Fillmore consented when asked by the chair, to read a paper at the January meeting on "The Troubles of a Grower." The judges Messrs. Ammann, Guy and Fillmore who passed on the merits of the carnation exhibit reported as follows: — Admiration by Chas. Knopf Floral Co., an improved pink shade over Enchantress. Miami Queen by The Miami Floral Co.. very fine darit pink; improvement on Lawson. Con- quest by Chicago Carnation Co. fancy, on the Prosperity type, show- ing pink color, more distinct. San- gamo by the same exhibitor, fine medium pink color, stem and form very good; apparently a good com- mercial variety. Mary Tolman, also by same exhibitor, salmon pink; form and stem very good. New Year's meeting, January 13th, 1910. THE BEST LETTERS Boston Florist Letter Co. 66 PEARL ST., BOSTON N. F. McCarthy, Mgr Order direct or buy from jour local Biipph dealer. Insist on harinc the BOSTON InscriptioDs, Enblema. ate, Alwayi in Stock Galax »"i LeuGothoe Quality, Packing and Price All Right Wholesale Only. Send for Quotations. J. L. BANNER, montezcma Ferns and Leucothoe FRESH FRCM THE PATCH Fancy Ferns, ^%c per ickx) Dagger Feris, 75c per icxjo Leucothoe Sprays Green, $2.00 " *' " " Bronze 3.00 " " Terms, cash with first order BLBRINKLEY, Shell Creek, Tenn. In ordering goods please add "I saw it in HORTICULTURE." COVER EVER READY FLOWER POT =COVERS= The best and cheapeal Pot Cover now oD ~ the market. New Reduced Price List. To fit 4 in. Pots Per doz. $1.00 1. 10 ) 20 1-35 1.60 1.85 2.10 2-35 Per 100 $7.00 8.00 9.00 10 00 12.00 14 00 16^00 18,00 Order now. C vers can be had in pink, green, white and red. Specify whether you wish Covers to fit stan- dard, ^ or J^ size pots. Only five c-nts in stamps sent will bring prompt re- sponse of a sample Cover by mail with all details of size ^nd colors. EVER READY FLOWER POT COVER CO. W. H. GREVER, Manatet. 146 Hughes Avenue, - • BUFFALO, N.Y. bronze: GALAX New crop read.v, quality O. K. Size Medium. PRICE, S3.00 PER CASE. Cash with order. Price less in large quantities. Try some of aty stock thia year and save yourself some money. G. A. HOLDER, Round Peak, N. C. GALAX, FERNS, LEUCOTHOE, Etc. We are the largest deaieis ret'ponsible, and quality guaranteed. Qal X, green and brilliant bronze, $4 per case of io,oco. Fancy and Dagger Ferns, large size, $3 50 per case of 5,'^co Leucothoe. green, large size, J2 per loco, any quantity ; small size $ 00 per loco, any quantity. Beautiful bronze Leucothoe, $3 per 1000, any quantity. T. J. RAY & CO., Elk Park, N. C. December 18, 1909 HORTI CULTURE 885 NEWPORT HORTICULTURAL CIETY. SO- At the annual meeting of this so- ciety, held on the evening of Decem- ber 14th, the following oflScers were elected for the ensuing year: President, James Robertson; first vice-president, John P. Hammond; sec- ond vice-president, John Forbes; re- cording secretary. Daniel J. Coughlin; financial secretary, Andrew S. Meikle; treasurer, A. K. McMahon; sergeant- at-arms, William P. Smith. The fol- lowing with the above oflicers com- prise the executive committee: Sam- uel Speers, Alex. McLellan. Charles James Robertson Re-elected President of the Newport Horticultural Society. Newton. Bruce Butterton, Patrick F. Reynolds, William Mackay, John B. Urquhart and C. M. Bogholdt. The society voted to celebrate its twentieth anniversary in January with a dinner and appropriate accompani- ments for this is in the hands of an able committee. A good time is fully expected. David Mcintosh, now of Tuxedo Park. N. Y., former secretary of the society, was present at the meeting. HORTICULTURE: Please continue my ad. I will tell you when to stop. It has cost me $S.10 and through it I have sold $200 worth. Good work! H. J. BLANCHARD. SURPLUS BULBS HYACINTHS Per ICO Double Named $4.60 Double Unnamed 2.36 Single Unnamed 2.35 DOUBLE TCI.IPS Imperatur Rubrorum 2.25 Rex Rubrorum 1.65 Superfine Mixed, early 75 SINGLE NARCISSUS Prlnceps maximus 2.25 Golden Spur 1.75 Poettcus Bnrbldgei 50 DOUBLE NARCISSUS Albo pleno odorato 50 Von Slon, True Daffodil 1.00 Von Slon, Double Nose 1.80 Mixed 80 rOLYANTHUS NARCISSUS MIXED .85 To secure these prices tttust tnention this paper. JAMES VICK'S SONS, Rochester, N. Y. New Everblooming Crimson Ramb- bler Rose Flower of Fairfield Flowers in June and continues con- stantly in bloom until frost, identical in appearance with the old Crimson Rambler. Orders booked now for immediate or Spring import. Strong field-grown plants, 635.00 per 100, S3 20.00 per 1000, f o. b. Boston. RJU. FAROUHAR & CO. SEEDSMEN AND NURSERYMEN 6 and r South Market St.. Boston. To Clean Out DUTCH HYACINTHS A No. i Bulbs, Rose Red. Dark Red. White Pure White. Blue Blush White, Light Blue, Dark Blue, and Yellow; all single, $1.50 per to-; $10.00 per icoa. CALLA ETH IP ICA. Bulbs i inch Diameter. Fine Healthy Bulbs, $200 per 100; $15.00 per 1000. 3C0.000 Gladioli America Bulblets, $5.00 ptr lo.^. Larger Lots Estimated. Berrydale Experiment Gardens, ROUTE NO I, BOX 54. HOLLAND, MICH. WARD'S Lily Bulbs 'NOT HOW CHEAP— BUT HOW GOOD" RALPH M. WARD & GO. 12 West Broadway. - - - New York Sure Success in Forcing Asparagus I am the only party in this country ottering Asparagus Roots of the right size .Tud age for forcing, which is eight years. Lots of eyes on each root. Also Rhubarb Hoots for" forcing. WARREN SHINN, i. 'seryman WOOOSTOWN, - - N.J. In ordering goods please add "I saw it In HORTICULTURE." LILY OF VALLEY PERFECTION PIPS loco, $14.00; case of 2000, $26.00 Can be forced into flower January ist. SELECTED 3 YEAR OLD looo, $ii.oo; case of 2500, $26.00 W. ELLIOTT ca SONS. 42 Vesey Street . . . NEW YORK PEACOCK'S PEERLESS DAHLIAJ RPI n DnOT^ Jack Rose, Fringed 20th Century, L,L-,L» IWJKJ 1 O, i^osg pinij Century, Virginia riaule, Big Chief, $3.50 per doz., $25.00 per 100. Besi cut flower sorts, ^$1.00 per doz., $5.00 per 100. "jr::^,:^ ,:; '"^ ' T" & y;^ -^ WII.HAHSTOWN, PEACOCK DAHLIA IFARMS, auN.xioN n^ RUTHERFORD N. J. ROEHRS, PALMS, All Sotts and Sizes A. N. PIERSON, Inc., Cromwell, Conn. FULL LINE OF PALIMS AND FERNS Sand for Oataloguo 886 HORTICULTURE December 18, 1903 Bobbink & Atkins Nurserymen and Florists Rutherford, - N.J. PYRAMID BOXWOOD 2% ft $1.00 each 41/2 ft $3.50 each 3 ft 2.00 each 5 ft 4.00 each 3^4 ft 2.50 each 5% ft 5.00 each 4 ft 3.00 each 6 ft 6.00 each EVERGREENS We hare a large quantity and fine assortment of small Evergreens for Window Boxes and Vases. 10-12 inches $20.00 per 100 12-15 inches 25.00 per 100 15-18 Inches 35.00 per 100 KENTIAS AND BAY TREES Our stock Is larger and finer " than ever. We can fill orders for all sizes, and anv quantity. RHODODENDRONS In all bright colors; flue forcing vari- eties; good value. $0.00, $9.00, $12.00, $15.00 and $18.00 per dozen. POT GROWN Per 100 $35.00 15.00 6.00 Per doz. Azalea Mollis $4.50 Deutzia Gracilis, pot grown 2.00 Doulile Flowering Cherry 15.00 English Hawthorn, double scarlet 12.00 I^ilac Charles X, Marie Le Grave, extra size, for 8-9 inch pots 10.00 Mains, Flowering Crab.. 12.00 Prunus Triloba, Standard 15.00 Prunus Triloba. Bush 9.00 Staphylea Colchica 9.00 Viburnum Opulus 6.00 Welgela Eva Rathke 12.00 Wistaria, blue 12.00 Dielytra Spectabilis Aucuba Variegated, for window boxes, 12-15 inches 4.00 Aucuba. fine plants, 18-24 inches 9.00 Kalmia Latifolia 9.00 Magnolia, pink ..1.50 to 2.50 ROSES H. P. low budded, 2 yr., fine stock for forcing in pots; following varitles $15.00 per 100, $120.00 per 1000: Gen. Jacqueminot, La Prance, Paeo- nla, Ulrich Brunner, Baron Bonstettin, Marie Bauman, Frau Karl Druschkl, Baroness Rothschild, Mrs. John Lalng. Gen. Washington, Gabriel Lulzet, Magna Charta. Mme. Plantier, Mrs. E. G. Sharman Crawford. Crimson Rambler, Home Grown: Per doz. Per lOO 2 yr. old; 2-3 in., well branched, own roots... $2.00 $12.00 2 yr. old; 2-3 In., well branched, budded 2.00 12.00 3 yr. old; 3-4 in., well branched, own roots... 3.00 15.00 3 yr. old: 3-4 in., well branched, budded 3.00 15.00 Dorothy Perkins, strong, field grown 2.00 15.00 Baby Rambler, Half Standards, 30 in. high. 9.00 Lady Gay, 2 yr. old 15.00 Baby Rambler, dormant, field grown, selected, budded plants 16.00 Annv Mueller, dormant plants, 2 yr. old (Pink Baby Rambler) 16.00 A visit to our GreenliDuse and Nursery wlli convince you we have ttie quality that gives satisfaction. We have a fine selection of Nursery products. Shall be pleased to give special prices on lists. As/^ for Wholesale Calaloi^. RU I HERFORD, N, J. PHOENIX and KENTIAS Important Announcement To Carnation Growers At the earnest solicitation of a large number of commercial and private growers, the Cottage Gardens Company has decided to disseminate this year the two famoui carnations MRS. C. \9. -WARD and AUMA "WARD Two varieties which are well known to all the leading growers of the country. Four years test in the New York market has demonstrated their popularity and good staying qualities For the past three years we have been growing from fifteen to twentv-flve thousand of each, during which time they have always COMMANDED THE HIGHEST MARKET PRICES, and at no time has the supply been equal to *" On the exhibition table they have taken the HIGHEST HONORS, and we believe it is safe to say these two carnations STAND WITHOUT AN EQUAL. INVITATION We extend a cordial Invitation to all those Interested to visit our establishment, where they will have an opportunity to see them growing and compare their good points with other standard varieties grown under the same conditions. MRS. C. W. W^ARD MRS. C. W. WARD is a perfectly formed flower with full centre; color deep pink several shades lighter than Law son, deeper than Wlnsor; having strong, erect stems 24 to 36 inches In length. A vigorous, healthy grower and has never shown disease of any kind. , ^ ^ A very early and free bloomer, producing fine flowers as early as September 1st, which bring from twenty-five to fifty per cent more than any other variety on the market. , , „ , ,.. » .. The keeping qualities of this variety are remarkable. Several shipments of blooms sent to Europe reached their destinations in perfect condition, and wherever exhibited it has always been the last to show signs of wilting. AWARDS Society of American Florists, Silver Medal, Boston, 1906; The Craig Cup for Best Seedling Philadelphia, 1906; The Lawson Bronze Medal, Washington, 1908; The Hor- ticultural Society of N. Y. Sliver Medal, Sweepstake prize for best 100 blooms. New York, 1009; The" Horticultural Society of N. Y. Diploma, for best new variety, New York, 1909. Rooted Cuttings Peady January '5. 1910 December and first part of January cuttings all sold. $2 00 per 12, $12.00 per 100, $100.00 per 1000. $95.00 per 1000 In lots of 2500. 25 at the 100 rate, 250 at the 1000 rate. ALMA WARD This beautiful Carnation Is pure white except during dark weather when It shows delicate splashings of pink similar to the Cattleya Orchid, increasing Its popularity. ALMA WARD is the largest and most fragrant Ca'rnation ever grown, producing perfect flowers 3^4 to H4 inches in diameter on strong, erect stems 36 to 42 inches in length. , ^ This most remarkable variety takes the same place among carnations as the American Beauty Rose among roses, and has, during the past four years, been awarded numerous prizes Including the following: The Ijawson Silver Medal. Toronto, 1'. 07, (No Gold Medal having been awarded); The Lawson Gold Medal, Washington, 1908; The Society of American Florists Silver Medal, Washington, 1908. Rooted Cuttings Ready February 1, IQlO January cuttings all sold. $3 00 per 12, $5.00 per 25, $9.00 per 50, $15.00 per 100, $35.00 per 250, $85.00 per .WO. $120.00 per 1000. Cottage Gardens Co., Inc., QUEENS, LONG ISLAND, N. Y. A Fe-w Left the New Dawson Rambler Roses DAYBREAK and LADY DUNCAN 3 year old Plants $1 each, $10 per doz. A Large Stock of Choice Conifers, Deciduous Trees and Shrubs and Hardy Herbaceous Perennials EASTERN NURSERIES, JAMAICA PLAIN, MASS. HENRY S. DAWSON, Manager WANTED CALCEOLARIA, in 3-4 in pots -price per 100. KNIGHT & STRUCK, No 1 Madison Are., New York December 18, 1909 HORTICULTURE. 887 ^ -5! Come and See DOROTHY GORDON growing and judge for yourself of its good qualities. Orders for 60,000 R. C. have been booked without spending anything for printers' ink. DOROTHY GORDON is beyond question the best commercial pink carnation in sight today. Its pedigree, Lawion on Enchantress, alone should recommend it to every carnation grower, but pedigree is by no means its chief merit. It possesses many of its own, such as 1st Vigorous constitution and freedom from disease. 2nd Size. Blooms average over 3 inches, of excellent form. 3rd Color. Resembles Rose Pink Enchantress, but is superior to that variety in being mo e uniform. 4th Long stiff stem. 5th Fragrant. 6th Keeping qualities of the best. 7th Blooming qualities 30 per cent, better than Enchantress. We had a stock of 6,ooo plants last season. The flowers were all sold at the holidays to the trade in Philadelphia at $12 per 100 and uniformly sold for 50 per cent, more than we got for Enchantress during the rest of the season. DOR-OTHY GORDON will be disseminated during the winter of 1909 and 19 10 at the popular price of $10 00 per 100, $75.00 per 1000. Strictly on its merits. No carna- tion grower can afford to be without it. Come and see it, examine our books, and decide for yourself. It must be sold on its merits or not at all. Orders filled in strict rotation. Joseph Heacock Company, Wyncote, Pa. Wyncote is 10 miles north of Philadelphia on Phila. & Reading R. R. 100 trains every week day. tM •St '^ ISr iSr iSr iSt !St 'iSt iSr ISr it: ^^mwf^Wiff^wwi^iWifWi^mfmriW^ IMPORTAIMT Flowering, Foliagre and DecoratlTe Plants for immediate delivery. Also fine list of Christmas and Easter Plants Also others. Write for our descriptive catalogue. Scot free. A. SCHULTHEIS 316 Nineteenth St., College Point, N.Y. LiLilS Tenuifolium, Wallacei, etc. German and Japan Iris, Delphinium For- naoeum. Gladoli, Callas, Cinnamon Vines, Madeira Vines, Hyaointhus Cooperias, UlUa and Beseera. Write for prices. EC mi I CD Wading River ■ Oi IWILLCn L.I., N.Y. PALMS, FERNS AND DECORATIVE PLANTS \ JOHN SCOTT Rutland Road and E. 45th St. Tel. 2890 Bedford BROO KLYN , N. Y. Canadense, Super- bum, Single and Double Tigers, named Elegans, iris Pallida Dalmatica No florist or landscape-gardener can afford to be without a good stock of this beautiful hardy plant ; it is beautiful in tlie border, and beautiful in floral decorations; easy and strong grower. In color, a beautiful shade of lavender, similar to the darkest shades of Vanda coerulea. $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. J. A. PETERSON McHenry Ave., Westwood, CINCINNATI, O. I JOHN WATERER & SON, Ltd. American Nursery Bagshot, England Are Specialists In the REALLY HARDY VARIETIES of Rhododendron Hybrids and in Select Varieties of Hardy Border Plants Prices Quoted in these Columns are for Dealers Onlv. When Writine; to Advertisers Please Mention HORTICULTURE. 888 HORTICULTURE. December 18, 1909 SELECT FERNS for FINE STORE TRADE We offer a grand lot of exceptionally well-grown plants of the different varieties of NEPHROLEPIS which will be found one of the best selling and most profitable plants that florists can handle. Our stock is in unusually fine shape, and we will guarantee it will please the most exacting, as it is exceptionally good value at the prices quoted. IMPROVED ELEQANTISSIMA. The finest of all this type. It was introduced by us in 1905. This form of Elegantissima has been greatly improved, and shows no tendency to revert to the Boston, making it the most valuable fern of this type. Strong plants, 4 in. pots, $3.00 per dozen; 6-in., $6 00 to $9.00 per dozen— according to size; 8-in., $12.00 to J18.00 per dozen — accord- ing to size. SUPERBISSIHA. Introduced by us in 1908. A ver^ unique and distinct novelty. Its distin- guishing characteristics are its dirk green foliage and dense growth. Fronds are very heavily im- bricated, making them very dense and compact. Strong plants, 4-in. pots, $3.00 per dozen; 6-in., I6.00 to ;?9.oo per dozen — according to size ; 8-in.; $12 00 to S18.00 per dozen— according to size. BOSTONIENSIS, PIERSONI, WHIXriANI, SCOTTII. Extra fine plants, 6 in. pots, tt.oo per dozen; 8-in. pans, $12.00 per dozen. F. R. PIERSON CO., Tarry towi\-oi\-Hudsoi\, New York AZALEAS Now in Bloom and Bud. Orders taken for Christmas and Easter de- livery in the best commercial varie- ties. Bay and Box Trees, Euonymus, Eurya lati- folia, Araucarias, Asparagus, Adiantums, Crotons, Areca lutescens, Cocos, Kentlas, Latanlas, Phcenlx, Rubbers, Pandanus, Small Ferns for DIsbes in the best sorts, as well as many other Decorative and Foliage Plants at Lowest Wholesale Prices. A. LEUTHY & CO. PERKINS ST. NURSERIES ROSLINDALE, BOSTON, MASS. CHARLES H. TOTTY Wholesale Florist Chrysanthemmn Novelties My Specialty Madison, N. J. FERNS FOR DISHES Assorted varieties, 2 in. pots,$3.5oper 100, $30 per 1000 PRIMROSES OBGONIGA AND CHINESE Best strains, z}i in. pots, $3 per 100, $25 per 1000, Cash with order. FRANK OECHSLIN 911 Qoincy St., - - CHICAGO, IJCL. NEPHROLEPIS MAGNIFICA THB BRNSATIONAL NOVBLTT Kr«at m-in. stock, UB.Oe per 100. WHITMANII 1H-Iii>. MO-Oe pw IMO; 8H-la., frem B«aek. tS.C« per 100. BOSTON FERNS $30.00 per 1000. H. H. BARROWS & SON, whitman, mass. In ordering goods please add " I saw .t in HORTICULTURE." ^C^ PREPARE FOR CHRISTMAS ^3®& llpadiiiiarters for Begonia Gloire de Lorraine. lu perfect bloomlug condition, 6 In. .Wo, 75e, $1.00 ; 7 in. $1.25 to $1.50. 1 have the deep pluk and the light pink varieties. Ferns, Srottii, Boston, Amerpohli, Whitmani and Todeaoides, In 7 in. pots, 95c, $1.00. $1.25, $1.50. Boston and Todeaoides, 5^4 in. ,350 and 40e. .\sparagus Plumosa Nana, 2% in., 3c; 3 in., 6c; 4 in., 10c. fSprengeri, 3 in.. 5c; 4 in., 10c. .Vreca Luteseens, made up, 3 plants in a 5V4-in. pot, 35. Cocos Weddeliana, 3 in., loe, 18c, 20c. Ficus Elastica (Rubl)er.s), 4-5-6-7 in. pots, 25c, 35c, 40c, 50c. 3 ft. high, $1.00. Kentia Forsteriana, big stock, 35 to 50 in. high, $1.50, $2.00, ,$3.00. Made up, 50 In. high, .$4.00. Kentia Belmoreana, 4 in. 25r; 3 in. for fern dishes, 10c. K. Forsteri- ana, 4 in., 20 in. high, 20c. L,atania Borbonica, 4 in. 20c. .'\reca Luteseens, 5^4 In. nuu'.e up, 3.5c to 40c. Cocos Weddeliana, 3 in. to 3>^ in. 15c, 18c, 20c, 25c. Begonia Gracilis, deep red, and new Improved Erfordi, 5% in 25c. Vernon, 4 in. 10c. Ferns in 6 in. pans, made up of three plants such as Pteris Victoriae silver leaved fern, P. Wllsoni, P. Wimsetti, 30c. These pans are very attractive and sell at sight. Adiantum cuneatum, 4 in. 10c. .Jerusalem Cherries, full of berries, 6 in. pots 25c, 35e and 50c. ARAUCARIAS E.'icelsa, 6 in. pots, 4 vears old, 20 in., 25 in., 30 in., .35 in. high, $1.00, $1.25, $1.50. Excelsa glauca (blue trees), 4 years old, 0 in., $1.25, $1.50, $1.75. Robusta com- pacta, 4 to 5 years old, 6 In. pots, 3 to 4 tiers, $1.25, $1.50, $1.75 to $2.00 each. Ferns for Dishes. A good assortment 2^4 in. pots, $4.00 per lOO. Azalea Indica, in bloom for Christmas. Had. Petrlck best early double pink, 75c, $1.00, $1.25 to $1.50. Deutsche Perle, pure double white, and Vervaeneana, double variegated rose, 7oc, $1.00, $1.25, $1.50 to $2.00. Azaleas, all sorts for Easter, at 50c, 75c, $1.00, $1.25, $1.50, $2.00 to $3.00. Please state if wanted in or out of Pots. Cyclamen Grandiflorum in bud and bloom,, 4 in. 25c. All Plants Travel at Purchasers' Risk Only. Cash with order please. WHOLESALE QROWER AND inPORTER OF POTTED PLANTS 1012 West Ontario Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. NEW SEEDLING ROSE "RADIANCE" A Seedling from Cardinal, a brilliant rosy carmine with rich opaline tints in the open flower; the form is fine, large, with cupped petals ; bud long, brilliant, radiant, with extra long stems ; a constant bloom- er, very fragrant, foliage abundant and of splendid substance. 2% inch pots $18 per 100, ready for delivery in Marcii. Caih /rom unknoivn correspondents. JOHN COOK. 318 N. CharlcB St . - Baltimore, Md. Roland's Xmas Plants Per Doz. Oranges $74.0010 $48.00 Ardestas 12.00 to 36.00 Dracaena termlnalts 9.0010 18.00 Begonias 1.80 to 36.03 Primulas 3.00 Cyclamen 5.03 to 36.00 Azaleas 6.00 to 36.00 Polnsettias 3.0010 15.00 Brlcas 18.00 to 36.00 Camellias 18.00 to 24.00 Come a»d see our stock; greenhouses 39 minutes from I^orth Statitu , Boston Thomas Roland NAHANT, MA5S. December 18, 1909 HORTICULTURE 889 Cocos Weddeliana A Splendid Holiday Plant. We are sending out at the present time a splendid lot of Cocos Weddeliana, in 5°inch pots, at $1.00 each, perfect stock, of a rich dark green color, 1 8 to 24 inches high, just the sort of plants to appeal to your customer for house decoration. May We Send You a Trial Lot of These? For a full and complete list of Seasonable, Decorative and other stock, see our current wholesale list. HENRY A. DREER 714 Chestnut St.. Philadelphia, Pa. ( BEFORE YOU THINK Of Buying Elsewhere send for our list and quotations or, better still, come and look over our stock which is not ex- celled anywhere. A splendid assortment in all sizes of the best plants to grow on for the Christmas and Easter trade. Lorraine Begonias, Poinsettias, Azaleas, Ferns, Genistas, etc. We have just what you NEED. William W.Edgar Co.' WAVERLEY, MASS. J HEAOOCK'S PALMS Areca tutescens Each 6 in. pot, 3 in pot, 24 to 26 in. high $0.75 7 in. pot 3 in pot, 26 to 28 in. high i .00 6 in. pot, 1 in pot, 30 to 32 in. high 2.00 Cocos Weddelliana Per ioo 3% in. pot 8 to 10 in. high $(0.oo 1^ in. pot 10 to 12 in. high 15.00 Kentia Belmoreana 5 in. pot, 6 to 7 Ivs, 18 in. .too, $50.00 6 in pot, 6 to 7 leaves, 22 to 24 in.. . ■ . . 7 in. pot or tub, 6 to 7 leaves, (4 to 36 in. 5 in. tub, 6 to 7 leaves, 42 to 48 in. heavy 9 in. tub, 6 to 7 leaves, 48 to 54 in heavy Uade-up Kentia For»terlana 7 in. pot. 4 in pot, 34 to 36 in $2.50 7 in. pot, 4 in pot, 36 to 38 in 3.00 9 in. tub, 4 in tub, 42 to 48 in 500 JOSEPH HEACOCK CO.,Wyiicote.Pa. Each 1. 00 2.50 5 00 6. CO $6.00 12.00 30.00 Each CHRISTMAS PLANTS We h»ve on hand an extra fine lot of JERUSALEM CHERRIES which we offer at $2 and $3 a dozen. Cask wilh order please PAUL DE NAVE m 61521 39 Farntiam St., Fall Rl»er, Mass. NEW SEED PHOENIX ROEBELENI THE ONLY SEED TO^BE^OFFERED SANDER T. MELLSTROM ^^S^Br^^adway ffowYork ReprBsen ta tlve Room I THE WONDERFUL JAPAN AIR PLANT Imbedded in beautiful Murex shell; chain, ring, shell, and plant complete, — retaiK for 25 cents. Trade price $1.75 doz; $18.00 gross. The fastest se'ling and most attractive novelty of the age. Add it to your line. Sellsall the time; Pink Strombus, Concbs and all othi r shells suitable for inside and outside artistic effects, always on hand. ROSIN & CO., so. se'c^io si Philadelphia. ORCHIDS ROEHRS, Rutherford. N. J- ORCHIDS! ORCHIDS! A large and attractive lot of established plants, also im- portations coming which we offer at advantageous prices. ORDONEZ BROS. 41 West 28th St., New York City. and Madison. N. J. OROHII^S Ariivcd in fine condition Cattleya Warneril, C. HarrlBonlae, C. Qm- kelllana, C. glgas Hardyana type, Dendro- bium Phalaeuopsls Schroederlana, Odonto- glossum luteo-purpureum sceptmm. LAGER & HURRELL. '''^^"' Wc have changed our domicile from Secaucui, N. J., to Mamar^neck, New York. We are the largest col- lectors and importers of Orchids and we are now book- ing orders for all commercial Catlleyas for deliTcry next Spring. CARRILLO & BALDWIN, Mamaroneck. New York. ORCHIDS and HyhridUU Ut «A« WorUI Sander, St. Albans, Engtond and 23B Broechway, Room I NBW YORK CITY 8'.to HORTICULTURE December 18, 1909 Seed Trade Opposition to Pea and Bean Contract Prices. As was expected, the advance in con- tracting prices of peas and beans over last year's figures has met with con- siderable opposition from both seeds- men and cauners, but in both instances It is largely due to the buyer not fully understanding conditions. It was pointed out in these columns a few weeks ago that such an advance was Inevitable, because the growers were compelled to pay to the farmers an advance over last year, and as all were operating on as close a margin as was possible and leave them even a meagre profit, there was no alternative but to charge the advance to the consumer. It would be of course uutoitunate for the growers to take advantage of the situation to increase prices to an unjustifiable degree, but they should make due note of the congested condi- tion of the canned goods market, and especially affecting canned peas. Many years ago when testifying before a committee inquiring into operating ex- penses of railroads, William H. Van- derbilt was asked on what the rail- roads based their charges. His reply was, "All that the traffic will bear." This should not be the attitude of the seed-growers at this time, nor in fact at any time, and generally speaking it can be said with confidence that it is not. and the advances asked on future pea seed are, as a rule, amply justified. It is earnestly hoped that ijOth canners and seedsmen will duly appreciate this fact, and accept the situation, even though it apparently involves some hardship to them. More will be said along this and kin- dred lines in future issues of HORTI- CX;i,TURE. Postage on Sealed Seed Packets. We have been informed that the Postmaster General of the United States has had presented to him for approval a ruling made by the post- master in a western city to the effect that a packet of seeds sealed is not mailable at their office as third-class postage, unless the packet is made of transparent paper. From the beginning of the seed busi- ness in this country, packets of this character have been accepted for mail- ing as third-class matter, notwith- standing that they were sealed and any change in this matter would work serious hardships on the very large business interests concerned. It Is necessary to seal the packets in order to preserve the germinating quality of the seeds and to avoid mixture between the different kinds of seeds in the va- rious packets which are ordered at one time by a customer. In its final analysis, of course, the matter would resolve itself Into one of hardship to the customer as the In- creased postage required would neces- sarily have to be added wholly or in part to the price of the seed. Inas- much as the seed packets must be made up several months before they are sold, however, the first and immediate in- jury would be done to the seedsmen who already have prepared their stock of seeds and opaque packets for the following spring's business. A. T. Boddlngton and others write SUTTON'S SEEDS Of the most beautiful Flowers and the finest Vegetables SUTTON'S AMATEUR'S GUIDE IN HORTICULTURE Flower Seeds of $2.44 value and upwards for- warded post free. The finest Seed Catalogue ever published; illus- trated with nearly 260 photographic reproductions. Post Free for 25 cents on application to Sutton &, Sons, Reading, England. that they are bringing the matter to the attention of their congressman in the hope that they will enter a protest against any change in the classi- fication for mailing purposes of seed packets. Short Deliveries on Garden Beet Seeds. In the edition of HORTICULTURE of date the 11th of December, appeared an article on crop estimates which in some respects may lead to a miscon- ception as to supplies in sight. The article referred to stated that seed of Garden Beets with the three exceptions of Crosby's Egyptian, De- troit, and Edmunds will be delivered nearly or quite in full, but on the three exceptions there may be only a delivery of forty to sixty per cent. We sin- cerely wish this were correct, for as In the case of many contracts made between us and European contractors we cannot point to any such experi- ence as reported In the article referred to. The general average of deliveries ex- pected by us from Europe are instead of forty to sixty per cent of Crosby's Egyptian, and Edmunds, only twenty- five per cent, while of no other sort will the expected delivery reach over sixty per cent instead of one hundred per cent as reported, and in many cases the deliveries will be from twenty, or thirty to forty per cent. One London house on a contract of 6000 pounds Detroit has sent 448 pounds or eight per cent and write that will be the entire quantity they will send us on the contract. D. LANDRETH SEED CO. Bristol, Pa. Notes. The executive committee of the American Seed Trade Association will hold a session in Boston on December 27. J. B. Gibson, representing Rout- zahn Seed Co., Arroya Grande. Cal., was a visitor in New York last week. The crop of best quality lily of the valley pips has run short of the de- mand and the stock is very scarce here and In Europe. The delivery of Manettl rose stocks from Europe has also been cut short, no more being available. This will be a great disappointment to many peo- ple who will have to accept a partial supply. The heavy stock such as is used by nurserymen is particularly scarce. Morganhill, Cal. — The Leonard Coates Nursery Co., formerly of San Francisco, has removed to this place. POTASH FOR SALE TO ALL. Farmers who farm on business prin- ciples and fertilize their soils as a manufacturer puts money into a plant — for investment — have never needed much argument to be convinced that "Potash Pays." The trouble for the farmer has been not only the price, l)ut the difficulty of getting Potash at any price. The manufacturers have hiretofore absorbed it all. All this has been changed, and growers will now be able to buy all the Potash Salts they need, in any quantity they want it, of local dealers everywhere. The great German potash mines are now producing enough potash to en- able the American selling agency to guarantee delivery of all that is re- quired both by fertilizer manufactur- ers and by local dealers and farmers. Ask your dealer to carry these inval- uable salts in stock. Write to the Ger- man Kali Works, Continental Build- ing. Baltimore, Md., for their "Farm- ers' Note Book" and their valuable literature on fertilizing and cultiva- tion. Mention what crops you are most interested in. It will pav vou to do it. As is generally known, Robert Craig's keen judgment and foresight in the case of Ficus pandurata made a lot of money for that gentleman, be- sides giving the florist trade at large a plant of unexcelled qualities for dec- orative work. Mr. Craig, we under- stand, has another new "rubber" In store which, it is believed, will also prove an equally great winner. Per- haps the trade wilt do well to remem- ber this even if "altissimus" has to take a back seat in the meantime. Burpee's Seeds PHILADELPHIA Blue List of Wholesale Prices mailed only to those who plant for profit. P A R D A G P Wakefield and Succession. UHDDMuC $i,cx} per 1000. $8.50 per 10,0:0. PARSLEY l\ cts. per 100. .25 per 1000, I CTTIIpP Big Boston, Boston Market and LC I I UUQ Grand Kapids. $[.oo per looo. Cash with Ordbrs R. VINCENT, JR., & SONS CO. White Marsh. Md. RHUBARB SEED FOR SALE Fine crop of looo. Clean seed of fine Rhubarb Pric all right. Order now. Warren Shinn, Nurseryman, Woodstown N December 18, 1909 HORTICULTURE 891 J^ HEADQUARTERS "^ Christmas >.^;^ Greens .o..^>^j:k.V ■^-^t^WHJAi^ Holly Wreaths. XX, "F^jr_~2f^ yHBIf.'y^^j^', c ^-^^^^^ ?io.50 per loo ; Michell's M^Ml^^S^JfeJiSJfc^"'^^ iM Special, Si 2. oo; Michell's Jff^m^ff^^7^^Ly- iff^^ Extra Special, $15.00 per Holly. The very choic- est, well berried, will sell on sight. Single Case, 2'x2'x4' or 16 cubic feet, S5 00 ; 5 Cases, $22 50 ; 10 Cases, S42.50. Laurel Wreathing. Michell's extra heavy. 25 yards or over, Sc per yard; too yards or over 4j^c yard; 1000 yards or over 4c yard. Mistletoe. Well berried, perfect foliage. Case, 16 cubic feet, $10 00 : smaller cases at $5.50 and $3.00 Lycopodium Wreathing, S6.so per 100 yards. Green Lump IVloss, 1-50 per bbl. Sheet Moss, 275 per bbl. sack. Sphagnum, 75 per bbl. bale. CHRISTMAS GREENS, SEEDS, PLANTS. SUNDRIES HENRY F. MICHELL CO, 1018-518 MARKET STREET, PM I L AIJ t L" Ml A ESTABLISHED 1802 Finest strain of Long Island grown Early Jersey Wakefield Cabbage and other high grade seeds for Market Qardeners and Florists. SEND FOR PRICES. J. M. THORBURN & CO. 33 Barclay Street NEW YORK NEW PRICE LIST of my celebrated winter floweriag Sweat Pea Seed la belDg mailed. If 70a bar* not received a copy pleaae a«nd for one. New crop of seed will be ready aronnd July IMk next. ANT. C. Bound Brook, ZVOLANEK ' - - New Jersey MY GIANT CYCLAMEN are ahead in Growth and Flowers Bloodred, Carmine. Daybreak, Lilac, Pink, Pure White, White carmine eyed, each separate Tr. Pkt. $1,00, icoo Seeds $6.00. Above even mixed Tr. Pkt. 75c, 1000 Seeds $5.00. For larger quantities, special quo:ation. O. V. ZANCEN, Seedsman, HOBOKEN, N.J. SEED for FLORISTS TRUE IRISH SHAIVIROGK 25c Trade Pkt.; $i.ooperoz. Stocks, Candytuft, Salvias, etc , etc. Trade list for Florists and Dealers only. Schlegel & FoHler Co. 26 & 27 So. Market St., BOSTON, MASS. BRIDGEMAN'S SEED WAREHOUSE RIGKARDS BROS. Props. 17 Eist 19th St., - NEW YORK CITY LEONARD SEED CO SPIRAEA !■ ■■ %!# ■ m r^ I m m^ \# ^m Kl m^ \^ ^^ m Japonlca, multltlora and Floribunda CONTRACT GROWERS AND WHOLESALE DEALERS BEANS, PEAS, SWEET CORN, ONION, GARDEN SEEDS CHICAGO ^^oSTA^IIkos Get Our Prices 79 and 81 E. K5NZ1E STREET, Japonica, Multlflora and Floribunda GLADIOLI, THE BRIDE, JAPANESE LILIES, LILY Or THE VALLEY Joseph Breck & Sons Corp. 47-54 NO. MARKET ST., BOSTON, MASS. CATALOGUE Designing and Illustrating For florists, seedsmen, etc. Photographs and desigii.s of all kinds carefully made and promptly submitted. CEO. E. DOW _ 178 Washington St, Boston, Mass 'i BERMUDA LILIES HarrUil and Longlflorum. Selected. Lilhim Longlflorum Giganteum C. S. by the case of 300. THOMAS J. GREY CO. 32 south Market Street, Boston, Mass. C AULIFLOWERS A B B A C E LILY OF THE VALLEY PIPS. HJALMAR HARTMANN & CO. Longangsstraede 20, COPENHAGEN, DENMARK. 892 HORTICULTURE. Decembe.- 18, 1909 JOHN BREITMEYER'S Cor. Miami and Qratlot Aves. DETROIT, MICH. Artistic Designs . . . Higli Grade Gut Blooms We cover all Michigan poinU and good •ection* of Ohio, Indiana and .Canada. WILLIAM J. SMYTH FLORIST Osr. Michigan Ave, and 3 1st St., CHICAGO We ship to all points in Illinois and Iowa. Phones: Douglai744, DouglisS23, Doufla8 740 HAUSW IRTH FLORIST Out of Town orders for Hospitals Carefully filled. 232 Michigan Ave. CHICAGO AUDITORIUM ANNEX Tel. Hirrlnn t86 SAMUEL MURRAY Florist Coates House Conservatory lOir BROADWAY, KANSAS CITY, MO. Both 'Phones 2670 Main. WASHINGTON, D. C. ^?? QUDE'S 1 114 r rttcM HMtiiiiiliiiiiii The Far-Famed Flowers of TORONTO Delivered on mail or telegraph order for any occasion, In any part of the Dominion. JOHN H. DUNLOP, 06 Yonee St., Toronto. Ont. The Park Floral Co. J. A. VALENTINE, Pres. DENVER, WILLIAM L. ROCK FLOWER CO. Kansas City, Mo. n ill carefully execute orders for Kansas City and any town In Missouri or Kansas. Of Interest to Retail Florists The new store of Julius A. Zinn at 1 Park street, Boston, was opened on December 30. It is unique in that it has a wide frontage, facing Boston Common and an equally wide hack window opening on the old Granary Burying Ground, thus insuring bright daylight from both ends of the store. It is finely decorated and adorned with a big display of holiday material and there is no finer location for business in Boston than Mr. Zinn has thus come into possession of. COLORADO ^Flowers? Quality BUFFALO, N. Y. W. J. PALMER & SON, 304 Main St. /ggggggf egS^sisJe^ Sggggisie' IsTEAMER DEPARTURES Allan. Numidian, Bostou-GIasgow. .Dec. 24 American. Philadelphia. N. Y.-S'hamp'n.Dec. 25 Atlantic Transport. Minnetonka, N. Y. -London. . .Dec. 25 Cunard. Saxonia, Boston-Liverpool Dec. 28 Mauretanla, N. Y. -Liverpool. .Dec. 22 French. La Provence, N. Y. -Havre. .. .Dec. 23 Hamburg-American. Pretoria, N. Y.-IIamlmrg Dec. 25 Red Star. Finland. N. Y. -Antwerp Dec. 22 White Star. Cedric, N. Y.-Llverpool Dee. 24 Oceanic, N. Y.-S'hamptou Dec. 22 ?§S8Ssa8S)»»»' PERSONAL. F. J. Farney, of M. Rice & Co., Phila- delphia, and the Beyer Bros., of South Bend, Ind., were visitors in Indian- apolis, Ind., last week. Arthur Griffin, who was gardener tor a number of years at the E. T. Gerry Estate, Newport, R. I., has ac- cepted a similar position for Mr. Isaac Guggenheim at Port Washington, L. I. C. N. Dickinson of E. H. Hunt, Chi- cago, had a bad fall the first of last week in crossing where some street repair work was being done, and has been confined to his home with an in- jured arm, in consequence. E. G. Hill delivered a talk to the students of Earlham College, Rich- mond, Ind., on December 10, on his favorite topic, "Plant Breeding" and dwelling especially on the subject of cross-fertilization of roses. In speak- ing of the floral scientists of the day, Mr. Hill said he thought that the Frenchman who had produced the double geranium had a claim to a higher honor than Mr. Burbank. NEW FLOWER STORES. Marysville, Cal.— J. W. Evans In the Ellis block. Peoria, III.— C. Loveridge, 127 So. Jefferson avenue. Chicago, III. — The Woodlawn Flow- er Shop will open for business on Saturday, Dec. 18th, at 63d St. and Drexel Blvd. ALEX. MeCONNELL 571 FIFTH AVENUE NEW YORK CITY Telegraphic orders forwarded to any part of the United States, Canada, and all principal cities of Europe. OrdeiB transferred or intrusted by the trade to our selection for delivery on steamship* or elsewhere receive special attention. TelephoneGalls,487an(l 488 MurranHIII Cable Address, ALBXCOHHBLL DAVID CLARKE'S SONS DeiiTer order, irom mny part of Oic cana/Uj to New York CHy Or OUT-OOINa STEAMERS Write or telegraph 2139-2141 Broadway, New Yorl Teieplnne i55»-i?51 Columbu, M. A. BOWE In the Heart of New York City 1294 Broadway T»l. 2270, 38th St. NEW YORK Our Motto— The Golden Rule YOUtfifi & NU6ENT 42 West 28 St., NEW YORK "njQWBHS BY TELCamAPH" UiAANT. m. t. Flower* or Design Woric DBLIYERBD IN ALBANY AND nCDHn ON TELEGRAPHIC ORDER. U NORTH PEARL ST.. ALBANY. M.T Flower Deliveries In Brooklyn and other Long Island Points New Yoris City, New Jerse.v, etc. At Theatres, Hotels, Steamers or Residences. WILSON Fultoi St. and 6ra8ieATe.,BrooHifn, HY. Albany, N. Y. ORDERS FOR Choice Flowers and Floral Emblems FILLED PROIWPTLY BOSTON'S BEST In Quality and Design Can be relied upon when you transfer your letail orders to EDWARD MACMULKIN 194 Boylston Street, Boston. DANKER, LOUISVILLE, KY. JACOB SCHULZ, 560 South Fourth Ave. December 18, 1909 H ORTICU LI U RE 893 • — ■ V :bostoiV XvI'VEJieF'OOIv Flower Deliveries in Boston and Vicinity Send your orders for flower deliveries to us and be sure they are filled promptly and carefully. Flowers, plants or design work delivered in good shape. Orders may be sent by mail, telephone or telegraph. CHARLES S. CHAMPNEY, Inc. BOSTON, MASS. DELTA BUILDING, POST OFFICE SQ- 'PHONES: Fort Hill 2447 Dorchester 943-5 J XMAS TREES Red Cedar, shapely and close, from $4.00 per doz. up. Green Moss. Thin and fresh, per bag 75c. Cedar and Laurel Wreathing. $40.00 per 1,000 yds. Pine Branches. Filled with Cones, per bdl $1.00. Laurel Pine and Cedar Branches, per bdl 50c. CASff WITH ORDERS Mapes' Rustic Works, CtATTON, N.J. Bell 'Phone, 29 L TRYING TO MAKE AN IMPRESSION Established 1874. FLORIST N. E. Cor. 44 St. & Madison Avenue, N. Y. Citj Flowers shipped on all Steamers. Special Correspon- dents in all the large cities of Europe and theBritish Colonies. Tawgraph & Cable address Dardsplor. MITTHEWS DAYTON, OHIO The FLORIftT Is elegantly equipped to take care prop- erly of all orders for flowers entrusted to bim night or day For Dayton, Ohio and Vicinity. Milwaukee, Wis. C. C. Pollworth Co. WILL TAKE PROPER wi<5rnii<;in CARE OP YOUR ORDERS IN " ISCUUMU rTHE BOSTON- CUT FLOWER CO. I Will fill orders for flowers, design work or plants promptly as ordered to any address in Boston and vicinity. Usual Commission. 14 Bromfield Street, Boston. Telephone, Main 36S1. NEW ENGLAND FLOWER DELIVERIES Send flower orders for delivery in Boston and all New England points to THOS. F. GALVIN 124 Tremont St., Boston ~ WELLESLEY COLLEGE Dama Hall, Walnut Hill aad Rockrldf* Hall I*. TAILBY, Wellesiey, Maas. Tel. WdlolcT 44-1 ud •.. Nifht «4-s. Elderly Gentleman — "And have you nothing better?" "FLOWERS BY TELEGRAPH." Leading Retail Florists Listed by ■ owns for Ready Reference. Albany, N. Y.— H. G. Byres, 11 N. Pearl St. Albany, N. Y.—F. A. Danker, 40 Maiden Lane. Boston— Thos. F. Galvin, 124 Tremont St. Boston — Edward MacMnlkln, 194 Boyl- ston St. Boston— Hoftman, Florist, 59-61 Massa- chusetts Ave. Boston — JuUns A. Zlnn, 2 Beacon St. Boston— The Boston Cut Flower Co., 14 Bromfleld St. Boston — Champney, Inc., Delta Building, Post Office Square. Brooklyn, N. Y.— Robert G. Wilson, Ful- ton St. and Greene Ave. Buffalo, N. Y.— Palmer's, 304 Main St. Chicago— Hauswlrth, "The Florist," 232 Michigan Ave. Chicago — William J. Smyth, Michigan Ave. and 31st St. uayton, O. — Matthews, The Florist. Denver, Colo.— Park Floral Co., 1700 Broadway. jjetrolt, Mich. — J. Breltmeyer's Sons, Miami and Gratiot Aves. Kansas City, Mo.— Samuel Murray, 1071 Broadway. Kansas City. Mo. — Wm. L. Rock Flower Co., 1116 Walnut St. Louisville, Ky.— Jacob Schulz, 550 South Fourth Ave. Milwaukee, Wis.- C .C. Pollworth Co. New York— David Clarke's Sons, 2139- 2141 Broadway. New York- Alex. McConnell, 571 Fifth Ave. New York- Young & Nugent, 42 W. 28tb St. New York— M. A. Bowe, 1294 Broadway. New York— Dards, N. E. cor. 44th St. and Madison Ave. New Orleans, La.— Chas. Eble, 121 Baronne St. Toronto, Can. — J. H. Dunlop, 96 Yonge St. Washington, D. C— Gude Bros., 1214 F. St.. Wellesley, Mass. — Tallby. TRANSFER Your orders for flower or plant deliv- ery in Eastern New England to JULIUS A. ZINN 2 Beacon St , Boston Florist 121 Baronne St., New Orleans, La. Prompt deliveries in this section. ROBERT J. DYSART Public Accountant and Auditor Simple methods of correct accounting Mpeclally adapted for florists' use. Books Balanced and Adjusted Merchants Bank Balldbig 28 STATE STREET, • BOSTOtI Telephone, Main 68. 894 HORTICULTURE December IS, j.'j09 iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiiiiiiiiiiiiMiiiiiuiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiim:: CARNATIONS Our stock will consist largely of the better varieties. Quality will be very fine. GARDENIAS Splendid stock in large quantity. DOUBLE and SINGLE VIOLETS In fine condition for Xmas. We have the be t and largest stock of Cut Flowers we have ever c-ftered for Christmas. Business hours: 7. A. M. to 8 P. M. LEO NiESSEU CO. 1209 Arch Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. HOERBER BROS. 51 Wabash Ave. OHIO AGO ILL. Long Distance Phone Randolph 2758 Cut Flowers ALWAYS GOOD, FRESH STOCK Telegraph, Telephone or Bring in Your Orders WE GROW OUR OWN FLOWERS. Roses and Carnations Our Specialty :iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiw CHOICE CARNATIONS EXTRA QUALITY VALLEY Wholesale Floriats W.E.McKISSIGK&BROS., 1619-1621 Ranstead St.. Philadelphia CUT FLOWER BOXES EDWARDS FOJ.OING BOX CO i MANUFACTURERS i PHILADELPHIA, PA. GHAS. W. McKELLAR SI WABASH AVE., CHICAGO Western Headquarters for Choice Orchids Valley, Roses and all Cut Flowers PETER REINBERQ WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS 51 Wabash Av., Chicago, 111. Long Distance Phone, Central 6004 WINTERSON'S SEED STORE 45-47-49 Wabath Ave., Chicago. Seedsmen, Plantsmen, Nurserymen Florists' Supplies We can supply everything used by the Florist. SUl'l'LV CATALOG FREE." Cor- respoudeuce solicited. POEHLMANN BROS. GO. 13-35-37 Randolph St., - CHICAGO CUT FLOWERS areen houses, - Morton Qrove, IIL Rice Brothers ns N. 6tb Street, niNNEAPOLIS, niNN WHOLESALE FLORISTS and SUPPLIES CUT FLOWERS reoei'rcd twice daily, and en fill !•« ««da" to your satirfaction. A complete Use of ■mJt G«eii. - WILD SMILAX, BOXWOOD, ■ARDY FANCY FERNS, GALAX LEAVES. Wr«e for qwMalKNM oo large quantitMB. In erdaring goods pUsse add "I saw H In HORTICULTURE." WELCH BROS. AMERICAN BEAUTY. KILLARNEY. RICHHOND, HARVLAND AND ALLTHE SUPERIOR ROSES, LILY OF THE VALLEY, CARNATIONS, ORCHIDS 226 Devonshire Street, Boston, Mass. WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKETS— ^'^^''^ -^'^^^^Stiu TO DEALERS ONLY THICA&O Xmas Prices I TWIF CITIES I I Dec. M I PHIL A. Dec. 14 BOSTOV Dec. 16 Am. Beauty, Fancy and Special. .. '90.0c *' Extra •• -175 00 " No. I [50.00 ** Lower grades 20.00 Bride, 'Maid, Chatenay, F. & S... iia.oo " " Lower grades KUlarney , Fan. & Sp ' ' Lower grades Richmond, Fancy & Special... .. Lower grades 15.00 8.00 15.00 8.00 My Maryland, 15.00 CA/?M>iriOA/S, Nov. and Fan. 6.00 to *' Ordinary , 4.00 to MISCEI^UANEOUS Chrysanthemums, fancy 15.00 to '* ordinary lo.oo to Cattleyas.. 75-oo to Lilies 13. 00 to Lily of the Valley 3.00 to Violets j 1.00 to M ignonette 4 co to Sweet Peas i .00 to Roman Hy . Paper Whites 3 00 to Stevia I. CO to Gardenias 40.00 to Adlantum 75 to Smilax 10.00 to Asparagus Plumosus. strings (100)50.00 to " " & Spren. (100 bchs.)l2o.oo to 100.00 go. 00 75.00 40.00 15.00 10.00 20.00 12.00 25.00 15.00 23.00 8.00 6.00 25.00 15. oc 100.00 15.00 5.00 2.00 8.00 2.00 4 00 1.50 75.00 I.QO 12.00 60 00 50.00 to 30.00 to 20.00 to 15.00 10.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 8.00 5.00 5 CO 4 00 2.00 15.00 10.00 40 00 12.50 3.00 •75 2.50 1. 00 25.00 1. 00 12. GO 35.00 35.00 40.00 30.00 20.00 15.00 8.00 S-oo 8.00 6.00 10. oc 8.00 10. CO 5 00 3.00 25.00 20.00 60.00 15.00 4.00 1. 00 4.00 1.50 35.00 1.25 15.00 50.00 35 00 40.00 30.00 20.00 8.00 10. CO 6.00 10.00 6.00 15.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 3. CO 55 00 15.00 75.00 15.00 3.00 ■75 4.00 1.00 3. CO 1. 00 25.CO 1.00 15.00 50.00 50.00 to 45.00 to to to to to 10 00 1 3. 00 8.00 20.00 8.00 20.00 1 2.0a 20.00 5.00 4.00 to 30.00 10.00 10 20.00 4.00 to 35.00 to 8.00 to 5.00 2.00 to i.n ■50 to 5.00 1. 00 to 1.50 to 4.00 2.00 to I. so 1. 00 to 40.00 25 00 to 1.50 .73 to 20.00 10.00 to 25.00 to 23.00 40.00 30.00 10.00 4.00 6.00 1 .00 10.00 1. 00 8.00 1. 00 1. 00 3 00 2 00 50.00 50.00 15 00 8 00 8.00 4.00 12 00 8.00 13 00 6 00 12. 00 4 CO 3 CO 12.00 8.0c 30.00 la.oo 4.00 -75 4.00 3.00 1.50 35.00 1. 00 13.00 50.00 So.co ILeJ.M McGullough'sSonsCo. WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED Special attention given to shipping orders. Jobbers of Florists' Supplies, Seeds and Bulbs. :: :: Price lists on application. Phone, Main 584. SlGWalnut St., Cincinnati, O. FLORISTS' SUPPLIES SentI for Mew Catalogue H. Bayersdorfer & Co. 1129 ARCH ST., PHILADELPHIA. PHILADELPHIA NOTES. The "California red berry" witii its patiicles of red fruit like an ardesia, lias berome quite a popular holiday subject in the east, but it should be remembered that it will not stand frost in shiiiment. Most of the Phila- delphia commission houses are now handling this item. Another red-berried subject is the "Japanese miniature holly" — leaves about the size of boxwood, berries like small red currants. This is labeled Ilex cassine and is from North Caro- lina, but if it is the Japanese species it should be Ilex latifolia. Ilex cas- sine is a native of North Carolina and Florida; latifolia is a native of Japan. BUSINESS CHANGES. Salt Lake City, Utah. — The property of the Salt Lake Floral Company, be- tween State and Main streets, Elev- enth and Twelfth South, has been sold by Mayor John S. Bransford to W. W. Wilson and D. E. Law, of Butte. Thla is the property established several years ago by William A. Clark, Jr., for an associate who failed to make the business a success. It finally be- came a possession of the mayor, and has been prosperous under his owner- ship. December 18, 1909 HOKTICULTU RE .S9c Flower Market Reports. Demand is very light BOSTON this week and so it is fortunate that very little stock is coming in. The supply is re- markably light considering the amount ot good sunlight which we have had most ot the time. The wholesalers are busy with their greens trade which is very heavy this year. Holly is fine in quality with prospect of scarcity be- fore Christmas comes. Lycopodium is in full supply and it has been offered to parties in Chicago, where it is rep- resented to be very scarce, at a mod- erate price but was declined. The prospects for Christmas flower trade are not yet sufficiently developed to warrant any forecast and holiday prices will not be fixed until first of the week. Trade has been a little BUFFALO quiet in the flower mar- ket the past two weeks, though everyone is busy getting things in shape for the holiday trade. In the cut flower line carnations have been short in supply and as the chrysanthe- mums are about over the demand has been better on all lines. Giganteum lilies have moved better, also roses and other material. Beauties were in good supply, also lily of the valley, peas, mignonette. Narcisi and Roman hya- cinths have had a good call. The market for the past CHICAGO week has been rather stiff in prices owing to the very unsettled weather. The de- mand has been good and the supply equal to it. Carnations are soft and do not ship well. We must have some good clear, bright, cold days to bring them in shape again. A few chrysan- themums were on the market, but were slow of sale as prices were high and quality not very good. Callas are be- gining to come in, also Harrissi lilies. Roman hyacinths and Paper Whites are plentiful and demand slow. Holly is being received in small quantities and prices high, with prospects of still higher prices. Unless the weather changes considerably this week the prospects for Christmas supply will be very bad; the dark damp days keeping the flowers from developing and caus- ing them to be soft and faded. Last week gave plenty DETROIT ot time to prepare for the holiday trade. It is an annual experience, people being too busy with shopping to think of florists till the last minute. Fortunately, one might say, cold and dandy weather kept the supply short and prevented a slump in prices. The latter is just now more harmful than a few slow days, because retailers cannot with- stand the temptation to cut their prices. This, in view of the fact that in about a week there will prevail holi- day prices and a consequent rise in retailing, makes an extremely poor impression on our customers. A slow but steady advance in the retail price of all our product beginning three weeks before the holidays is much more preferable to a rapid advance during the last days. As a rule prices at present are slightly lower than at Thanksgiving. Violets are in most stores the same and long Beauties have advanced. {CentiHued on page $gy) Some CHRISTMAS Specialties with us in Greens HOLLY Extra selected, the best our gatherers can obtain in ihe Holly fields of Delaware andMaryland. P-M quality. Per case, $5.00. In lots of 5 cases, $4.50. In lots of 10 cases, $4.00. Special prices in quantity. Every case guaranteed. Holly Wreaths, per 100, $15 00; extra heavy and large, $18.00 to $20.00 per 100: extra special, $25.00. Laurel Wreathing, No. I, per yd., 6c: No. 2, per yd., 5c. Magnolia Leaves, green and brown, baskets contain 800 to toco leaves, $250 per basket. Boxwood, in 50-lb. cases, $7.50. Green and Bronze Qalax, $6 50 per case of 10,000. Qreen Leuccthoe, $6.00 per 1000. Bronze Leucothoe, $7.50 per I. 00. XWAS RED RIBBONS (>atin taffe a) quality same as our famous Kil'arney and My Maryland. 1^05 — .\'o. 2, 3cc; No. 5, 50c; No. 7, 65c; No. 9. 75c; No. 12, 90; No. 16, $l.io: Ni. 22, -Si-so; N'l. 40, $1.60. Red Baby Ribbon, 40c per spool. Red Cords, No. 1093, $3.50 per gross. Red Cords, No. 1096, $6.00 per gross. CREPE PAPER, IMnORTELLES, ARTIFICIAL POINSETTIAS in act anything in Xmas ncvelties. Our General Catalogue for the Asking. Open 7 a. m., close 6 p. m. Not open lor business on Suni^ays Not responsible for flowers after delivery to express company. S. S. Pennock=iV\eehan Co. THE WHOLESALE FLORISTS OF 1608-20 LUDLOW ST., PHILADELPHIA. PA. 1212 New York Ave., WASHINQTON, D.C. WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKETS.-ro de^Te^'s^only CINCINNATI Dec. 14 DBTROIT Dec. 14 BUFFALO Xmas Prices PITTSBURG Dec, 14 ROSES Am. Beauty, Fan. and Sp. 3 5-00 to " Extra 25.00 to '* No. I ao CO to " Lower grades 8. o to Bride, 'Maid. Chatenay,F. &S.... 8.00 to " '* Low.gr 4.00 to Killamey, Fan. & Sp 8.00 to ** Lower grades 4-03 to Richmond, Fancy & Special 8oj to *' Lower grades ^.co to My Maryland 600 to CARNATIONS. Noveltiesand Fancy | 3.03 to " Ordinarj* ' to MISCELLANEOUS Chrysanthemums, Fancy to " Ordinary. ■ to Cattleyas ' to Lilies. ■• ••• ■ 12.50 to Lily of the Valley " . . to Violets 75 to Mignonette to Sweet Peas ! to Roman Hy. Paper Whites | 3.00 to Stevia ICO to Gardenias. to Adlantum. ... ' i.oo to Smilax la so to Asparagus Plumosus, strings (100), 35.00 to " " & Spren. (100 bchs.) 25.00 to 50.00 35.00 25.00 15.00 10.00 6.00 10. oc 6.00 to. 00 6. CO S.oo 4 00 2.00 16.00 4.C0 1.50 3.00 IS 'CO 35.00 30.00 25.00 15.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 40 3 CO a 00 15.00 to U.oo to to 12.50 to 3.00 to .50 to 35.00 30.0c 20,0c 12.00 8 CO 6.00 8 00 6.00 8.00 6.00 6.C0 5.00 3. CO 3 0 03 12.00 15.0c 4.00 •'.5 3. CO 1.50 50.00 50.00 75.00 50.00 15,00 5.00 ao.oo 8 00 IS.0-. 4.00 1.50 3.00 I. CO 3.C0 I 00 to 100. oc to 60.00 to 40.00 to 20.00 to 20.00 to 15.00 to 35.00 to 20.00 to 25. CO to 30.00 to 25 00 to 8.00 iw 5 00 to 10.00 10 to 20.00 to 5 oc to 2.50 to t- .CO to 1.50 to 4 .00 to ».35 25.00 25.00 1.50 It;. 00 50.00 30.00 40 o 30 CO 15 CO 6.00 6.00 d.CO 8 GO 4.00 3. CO to 20.00 10 00 13. 00 5 00 12.0c 6. CO 10.00 6 00 8.00 4,00 2 CO •75 to to -50 I. CO I. CO 3c. CO I.oo 15.00 JO.OO o.co 75 00 12 00 4.00 I.'.O 4.00 ".50 3.00 1.50 5C.0C 1.50 50.00 5' .00 896 flORTlCULTURE December 18, 1909 FORD BROTHERS 48 West 28th Street NEW YORK m ROSES, n GillMIliS A Full Line of All CUT FLOWERS Telephone, 3870 or 3871 Madison Square H. E. FROMENT Wholesale Commission Florist, Choice Cut Flowers, 57 West 28th St. :: NEW YORK Telephones: 2200, 2201, Madison Square. Alfred H. Langjahr All choice cnt-flowers in season. Send for quotations. Correspondence with shippers of first-class stock invited. 55 West 28th Street. New York Tfllephones 4G26-4627 MadigOD Square Edward C. Horan Wholesale Florist 55 WEST 28th ST. T*'- U63 M«"lson Square NCW YOFk B. S. SLINN, JR. VIOLETS Selling Agent for the Largest and Best Growers In the Hudson Klver District. 55 and 57 West 26tli St.. New York City. FRANK MILLANG WholBsalB Florist 55-57 West 26th St., NEW YORK Shipments, any qnantity, T?hoIe- sale Market Rates. Greater Ne-vir YorK Florists* Association, Inc. Now Open for Gut Flower Consignments 162 Livingston Street, BROOKLYN, N. Y. Geo. W. Crawbuck Telephone Conoection Manager 3642-43 Main Moore, Henfz & Nash Wholesale Commission Florists 55 and 57 West 26th Street Telephone No. 756 ^a «• , MadUon Square NCW YOrk MILLANC BROS. WHOLESALE FLORISTS 41 West Twenty-Eighth Street •Pbon.. ||6« nadison Sq. NEW YORK 123 West 2Sth St., New York Florists' Supplies We manufacture all our letal Designs, Baskets, Hire Work t Noreltlii and are dealen in WMtwira Decerative 6reons and Rttittt' BequlshiB \ \ JOHN I. RAYNOR Wholesale Commission Florist "^AklTEtr^inollR^ A full line of Choice Cut Flower Stock for all purposes. Comprises every variety grown for New York market, at current prices TEL. 1998 HADisoN SQUARE 49 West 28th St., New York City Walter F. Sheridan Wholetale Com^mittion J>ealer in CHOICE CUT FLOWERS 39 Wtat 28th Strut, Hem Yerk Telephone: 3S32-3S.^^ Madison Squar* HEADQUARTERS FOR NOVELTIES ORCHIDS A SPECIALTY THK HIGHEST CRAOC OP VALLEY *'^"o wAva ON HAND CAROENIAS, DAISIES, ROSES AND CARNATIONS JAMES McMANUS,759mX42 W. 28th St.. New York PHILIP F. KESSLER 55 & 57 W. 26tli St., New York City Open from 5 a. m. to 6 p. m. Sunday till 10 a. m. Tel. 5243 and 2921 Madison Sq, Res., 345 J., Newtown. Finest Lilies In the Market Every Day In the Year. GUT FLOWERS NEW YORK QUOTATIONS PER 100. To Dealers Only ROSES AND CARNATIONS American Beeuty , Fancy and Special Extra No. I ** *' Lower Grades Bride^ '/laid, Golden Gate, Fancy and Special. ** *' Lower Grades Klllarney, Fancy and Special ** Lower Grades Richmond, Fancy and Special • ' Lower Grades riy ilaryland Carnatlona , Fancy ) The past week has INDIANAPOLIS been a rather quiet one, there being a decided falling o£E in trade since Thanksgiving. A few weddings and a number of debutante parties created quite a demand for fancy stock which at times was difficult to secure. Chrys- anthemums have about dropped out, but those who still have some to cut are realizing good prices for them. An increased demand for roses and carna- tions is noticed, the quality and quan- tity of which is sufficient for all in- quiries. Sweet peas are more plentiful, also narcissi and Roman hyacinths. Slevia is a welcome addition and quan- tities are being used. Violets, orchids and lily of the valley have been in heavy demand mostly for corsages. The prospects for a good crop of every- thing for Christmas is very encourag- ing. Quite a liberal quantity of poin- settias are to be had around this vicin- ity. There is already considerable ac- tivity in Christmas greens, but we arfi only at the beginning of the Christmas season and must not anticipate. Ga- lax, magnolia and leucothoe sprays are being handled in large quantities at the present time. Green goods of all descriptions are in good demand with supply ample. Business is in the NEW YORK customary languid condition which we have learned to expect during the two weeks preceding Christmas. The stock offered is of exceptional quality as a rule, but that doesn't appear to help it to move. The receipts on some lines have been light — due in part to a spell of colder weather— and consequently the accumulation in wholesale hands iWILLIAMF.KASTINGGO. WHOLESALE FLORISTS 383-387 Ellicott Street BUFFALO, - N. Y. SOUTHERN WILD SMILAX Now ready In limited quantity. E. A. BEAVEN EVERGREEN, ALABAMA. BUY BOSTON FLOWERS N. F. McCarthy & co., 84 Hawley St. BOSTON'S BEST HOUSE GROWERS FOR NEW YORK MARKET Are 'nrlted to call or write. I can dispose of your flowers for the coming season at top prices and guarantee prompt returns. 106 W. 28th St. New York Bstabllshed 1887 Open 6 A. M Daily Tel. 167 Madison Sq. J. K. ALLEN NEW YORK QUOTA flows PER 100. To Dealers Only MISCELLANEOUS Cattlcyas UHea Lily o« the Valley Narcis. Paper White Chrysanthemums " Lower Grades. Violets. Sweet Peas (per loo bchs) Gardenias AdlaotiMn Smllaz Asparagus P'umosus, strings " " & Snr«i (loo bchs). LastH ilf of We«k endin g Dec. n 1909 40.00 to 7500 6.00 to 8.00 2.00 to 5.00 '.50 to a. 00 8 00 to 15.00 5 CO to 6.00 -40 to .75 6.00 to 10.00 15. 00 to 35 oo 50 to .75 8.00 to 12.00 16.00 to 35.00 20.00 to 35.00 FIrit Half o< Weak beglnfllagDec. 13 1809 40.00 6-00 3. CO 1.50 8.00 5.00 ■40 6.00 15.00 50 8 oo i6.oe 30.00 5« 2.00 15.00 6.o« 1. 00 lo.co 35.00 75 13. OC 35.1 35.00 to 3j.«a has not been so unwieldy as it would otherwise have been. Price quotations are low enough for the season and to place them at a still lower figure would be of no advantage, but gross returns to the growers will be found to bear Utile relationship to quoted values as the dealers in those quarters where best grades are usually called for are buving but very little— "from hand-to- mouth" as it were. It is in evidence on all sides that My Maryland has al- most completely eclipsed the old fav- orite Bridesmaid rose at the present time, and White Killarney is also blocking the way for Bride to a con- siderable extent, although the latter is seen in unexcelled quality. Violets and lily of the valley have never been finer and the same is true of lilies and callas. Gardenias and cattleyas are in very light supply. The flower growers are certainly to be credited with plac- ing before the buyers a very varied and high class selection, and should the flower trade tall short at Christ- mas this year the blame must be placed elsewhere than on the character of the goods. We hope nobody will attempt to swell his income by "salting down" his flowers in advance of the holiday. Conditions im- PHILADELPHIA proved a little the past week, the demand being good all along the line with some stiffening in the prices ^especially so in the carnation mar- ket. Roses continue of excellent qual- ity and remain fairly steady at quoted rates. There are still a few chrysan- themums coming in, the most con- spicuous varieties being Jennie Nonln and Bonnaffon. Poinsettias have made their advent, and are being favorably received. Christmas prices will go into effect on the 22nd. These run about the same as last year on most items. Advance bookings seem to in- dicate every confidence in a fine holi- day demand. There has been a scram- ble for greens during the past few days in consequence of freight delays. This has affected particularly the sup- plies of boxwood sprays and loose lyco- podium. 48 W. 29th Street. New York City Telephone No. 1757 Mad. Sq. FLORISTS' SUPPLIES GALAX, bronze and green, fresh crop, $1.00, 1000; $7.60, 10,000. LBDCOTHOB SPRATS, 75c, 100. GREEN SHEBT MOSS, $2.00 larce bag. Wired Toothpicks Manufactured by W. J. COWEE, BERLIN, N. Y. .*1.75! 50,000 $7.50. Sample int. For sale by dealers 898 HORTI CULTURE December 18, 1909 Buyer's Directory and Ready Reference Guide Advertisements under this head, one cent a word. Initials count as words. Diaplar adverUBere In this l«me are also listed under this clasalflcaUon without charge. Refweuce to UMt ot AdTcrtlsers will Indicate the reapwrtlT* pages. „, » » » »v Buyers falllns to find what they want In this list will confer a laTor by wn^lng us and we wUl try to put them In communication with reliable dealers. AOOOmfTAKT B. J. Dyaart, 28 State St., Boston. For page see LJit of AdTcrtlaera. ASIANTUMS Qodfrey Aschmann. 1012 West Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For pag* see List of Adrertlatn. ARAVCARIAS A. Leotby ft Co., Perklna St. Naraerlw, RoBllDdale, Mass. For page see Ugt of Advertigera. Oodtrey Agcbmann, 1012 West Ontario St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. ASFARAOTTS Asparagus plumosus from 2^ Inch pots, 12.60 per 100; $22.50 per lUOO. Cash with order, please. Floral Ulll Gardens, O. F. Welpp, Prop., Chatham, N. J. A few huudred Asparagus Sprengeri out of 2 iu. pot.s, flne plants, 2c. each. H. J. Blanchai'd, AsUburnham. Mass. AZALEAS Bobblnk & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. A. Leuthy, Rosllndale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. BAMBOO OANES Tokohama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay Street, New York. Bamboo Sticks, Colored Green. For page see Ll.it of Advertisers. Ralph M. Ward & Co., New York, N. T. Japanese Bamboo Canes. BAT TREES. Bobblnk & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. SOOO Bay and Box Trees In all slsea. Pyramid and Standards. Write for Nat. InlluB Roehrs. Rutherford. N. J BEDDING PI— 2Sth ft 26tb Sts.. Chicago. Pecky Cypress for Benches. For page see List of Advertisers. R. Jacobs ft Son^ 1858-68 Flashing Atcw, Brooklyn, N. T. For page see List of Advertlaera. Broadway Iron FoundiT Co., Cambridge- port, Mass. Greenhouse Castings. GREENHOUSE 0ONSTRU011OM OBKBNIIODSB CONSTEDCTION. 8«al- Iron Oreeohouse, New Tmss Hoases and Iron Frame Houses. Lord ft BnrnhanL 1188 Broadway, N. T. Foley Mfe. Co., Western Ave., betweaa 25tb ft 2etb Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. BItchlnga ft Co., 1170 Broadway, New Toife. For page see List of Advertisers. GUTTERS GUTTERS, Cast Iron Gutters, L. ft B. Improved V Shaped Gutter with drip gat- ter attachment. Lord & Bnrnham, lUi Broadway, N. T. HAH. INSURANCE Florists' Hall Asso. of America. ]. O. Usler, Saddle River, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. HARDY FERNS, MOSS AND GREENS H. U. Robinson & Co., IS Province St. ■■< 9 Chapman Place, Boston, Haas. For page see List of Advertisers. kllchlgan Cnt Flower Exchange, 88 and 40 Broadway, Detroit, Kick. For page see List of Advertisers. The Eervan Co., 113 W. 28th St., N«w York. For page see List of Advertlssrs. Rice Bros., 115 N. 6th St., UlmMspsOi^ Minn. For page see List of Advertisers. Pittsburg Cut Flower Co., Ltd., Pittsburg, Pa. Boxwood Sprays. For page tee List of Advertisers. HEATING APPARATUS Lord ft Bnrnham Co., 1183 Broadway, New Tork. For page see List of Advertisers. Plenon D-Uar Co., 1 itladlson 8q., N. X. For page see List of Advertisers. Kroescheli Bros. Co., 466 Erie St.. Chlcag*. For page see List of Advertisers. HERBACEOUS PERENNIAXS P. Onwerkerk, P. O. No. 1, Hoboken. N. J. For psge see List of Advertisers. New England Nurseries, Bedford, Uass. For page see List of Advertisers. HOLLY Holly wreaths. Box holly, noliy wreaths a specialty. In large and small quantities. Selected box holly. Wi-lte for prices. H. E. Conwell, Milton, Del. HOSE Henry A. Dreer, Philadelphia, Pa. Garden Hose. For page see List of Advertisers. HOT-BED SASH The A. T. Steams Lnmber Co., NasonaeC Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Plerson U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Lord ft Bnrnham Co., 1133 Broadway, N. T For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Hfg. Co., Western Ave., betwstn a.'Sth ft 26th Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. HYDZU^NGEAS. Henry A. Dreer, Philadelphia, Pa. Hydrangea Hortensis Otaksa. For page see List of Advertisers. INSECTICIDES. Nlcotldd* kills all greenhouss pests. P. B. Palethorpe Co., Bleventh St., Owensbore, Ky. For page see List of Advertisers. Stnmpp ft Walter Ca, SO Barclay St. New Tork. Kllmdead Tobacco Dnst. For page see List of Advertisers. B. G. Pratt Co., SO Chnrch St., New Tork. Scaleclde. For page see List of Advertisers. Geo. E. Taimadge, Inc., Madison, N. J. Apblne. For page see List of Advertisers. H. A. Stoothoff Co., Mt. Vernon, N. T. Tobacco Powder. For page see List of Advertisers. ~P.~ G. Street & Co., Rochester, N. Y. Spray for San Jose Scale. IRIS J. A. Peterson, Cincinnati, Ohio. Iris Pallida Dalmatica. For Page See List of Advertisers. B. S. Miller, Wading River, N. Y. For page see List of Advertlaera. IRIS— The very best out of 500 sorts. C. Betscher, Canal Dover, O. JAPANESE PULNTS Tskehama Nursery Co.. SI Barclay St., New Tork. For page see List of Advertisers. KENTIAS Godfrey Aschmsan, 1012 W. Ontario St., Philadelphia, Ps. For page see List of Advertisers. A. Leuthy ft Co., Rosilndale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Julius Roehrs Co., Rutherford, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Jos. Heacock Co., Wyncote, Ps. Home-Orown, Bstabllshed Plants. For page see List of Advertisers. Bobblnk & Atkins. Rutherford. N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. LANDSCAPE GARDENING COURSE Home Correspondence School, Springfield. Mass. Dept. 8. For page see List of Advertisers. LILIES E. S. Miller, Wading River, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. LILY OF THE VALLEY PIPS RJalmar Hartmann ft Co., Langangstrasd* 20, Copenhagen, Denmark. For page »ee List of Advertlssrs. Wm. Elliott & Sons, New Tork, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. MADEIRA VINES MADEIRA VINES— Big stock, extra large bulbs. C. Betscher, Canal Dover, O. NICO-FUME Kentucky Tobacco Product Co., Louisville, Ky. For page see List of Advertisers. NURSERY STOCK John Waterer & Sons, Ltd., American Nursery, Bagshot, Bngland. For page see List of Advertisers. P. Ouwerkerk, 216 Jane St., Weebawk* Heights. N. J. For psge see List of Advertisers. New England Nnrserles, Inc., Bedford, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Eastern Nurseries, Jamaica Plain, Mass. For page sec List of Advertisers. W. ft T. Smith Co., Geneva, N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Bobblnk & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. Boxwood and Evergreens. For page see List of Advertisers. Leesley Bros., Chicago, 111. Trees, Shrubs, Evergreens, Hardy Plaats. For page see List of Advertisers. Manual of the Trees of North Amerlem, by C. S. Sargent, mailed to yonr addrsas. for 16.00, by Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. TREES, SHRUBS. ROSES, EVER- UBBENS, PEONIES, HARDY PLANTS. BLLWANGER ft BARRY, Rochester, M. X. ONION SETS Leonard Seed Co., Chicago, III. For page sea List of Advertisers. Schllder Bros., Chllllcothe, O. ORCHID PLANTS Lager ft Hurrell, Summit, N. J. Fresh Imported and Established OrchMs. For page see List of Advertisers. Sander, St. Albans, England. Importers, Exporters, Growers, Hybridists. For page see List of Advertisers. Carrlllo ft Baldwin, Mamaroneck, N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Ordonez Bros., Madison, N. J., Box lOd. C. Lablata: D. Biglbbum Arrived. For page see List of Advertisers. Ijirgest stock In the country. Ask for prices. Julius Roehrs, Rutherford, N. I. For page see List of Advertisers. Orchid Growers' Manual. By B. S. Wil- liams. 300 illustrations, 800 pages; descri^ tloos of upwards of 2500 species and varie- ties of orchidaceous plants, etc. The msst complete work on Orchids and orchid cvl- tnre ever published. Price, $10.00. Ordscs filled by HORTICULTURE, 11 Hamlltos Place, Boston. PAINT AND PUTTT PAINT AND PUTTT: Ideal Gre«nh«u«- Lead: Special Greenhouse Potty. Lec4 Ik Rnmbam. 1138 Broadway. N. T. PALMS A. Leothy ft Co., Perkins 8t Nnrsertas, Boalladale, Mass. For page see List of AdTSrtlsersw Robert Craig Co.. Market and 4Btk SU., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. Uome-Grown Palms. For page see List of Advertisers. John Scott. Brooklyn, N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. A. N. Plerson, Cromwell, Conn. For page see List of Advertisers. Julius Roehrs Co., Rutherford, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Henry A. Dreer, Philadelphia. Pa. Cocos Weddeliana. For page see List of Advertisers. Fernwood Nursery, Stamford, Conn. PATENTS SIggers ft Slggers. Washington. D. C For page see List of Advertisers. PEAT Orchid Peat and Moss always on bsnd. Julius Roehrs Co., Rutherford, N. J. For List of Advertisers See Page 903 December IS, 1909 HORTICULTURi: 901 PEONXES Tbe E. Q. Hill Co., KIcbmond, Ind. For page see List of Adrertlscrs. PEOJS'IES — 12U0 sorts, an enormous stock. List ready. C. Betseher, Canal Dover, O. PHOENIX ROEBEIiENI New Seed. Sander & Sons. New York, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. PHOTOGRAPHS: DESIGNING: LL- LUSTRATING Geo. B. Dow, 178 WastHugton St., Boatos. For page see List of Advertlaen. PIPB AND TTTTSBtaM Foley Mfg. Co., between Western At*, mat 26th St., Chicago, 111. Kroeechell Bros. Co., 466 Erie St., Chicago. For page see List of Advertlsera. PIPE AND FITTINGS. Cast Iron an« Wrought Pipe, Valres, Elbows, Pipe Hooka. Antomatlc Air Headers, etc. Lord & Bars ham, 1133 Broadway, N. Y. Boston Doane Co., 18 Midway St., Boston. Boston. For page see List of AdTortlara. Metropolitan Material Co., 13tt2-140« Mat ropoUtan Ave., Brooklyn, N. T. PliANT POTS AND JARDINIERES Jones, McDuffie & Stratton Co., Boston, Mass. PLANT PRESERVATIVES Keep your ferns six months without cold storage; flowers. 20 to 30 days, at practi- cally no cost. Formula and complete In- structions on receipt of $1.00. Barton, 110 Portsea St., New Haven, Conn. PLANT STAKES Scele'a TIeless Plant Stake* and Trel llBca. H. D. Seele & Sons, Elkhart, laA. ' P1.ANT TUBS American Wooden Ware Mfg. Co., 889-TB So. Erie St., Toledo, 0. For page see List of Adyertl-sers. Henry A. Dreer, Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. POTASH German Kali Works, New York, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. POT HAKOEmS Pot bangers. Kramer's, $1 doa. by exm., S1.25 by mall. L N. Kramer ft Sod, Cadu Rapids, Iowa. PRIMULAS r. Oescblln, £72 W. Adams St., Chleago, DL Primroses Obconica and Chlnenala. For page see List of AdTertlsera. Primula cblnensls, 9 colors mixed, 1 lack. 2c.; Obconica Ronsderfer, LattmaiM Hybrids, 10 colors mixed, 2 Inch 2e.: Ok- renlca glgantea, mixed, 2 Inch 2Hc. J. It. Bchlller, 929 Pronty ATe., Toledo, O. Primula obconica. 4-lnch. large plants, mixed colors, full of bud and bloom, $5.00 per 100. Sinensis, 4-inoh, mixed folors, double and single, fine stock, $8.00 per 100. A bargain. Try Them. Alonzo J. Bryan, Washington, New Jersey. RECORDING THERMOMETER Standard Thermometer Co., Boston, Mass. RHODODENDRONS John Waterer & Sons, Ltd., American Nursery, Bagsbot, England. For page see List of AdTertlsera. P. Ouwerkerk, Hoboken, N. J. For page see List of AdTertlsera. RIBBONS AND CHIFFONS M. Rice & Co., 1220 Race St., Phila., Pa. RHUBARB CLUMPS 'WANTED Warren Shinn, Woodstown, N. J. ROSE» lUlMtt Craig Co., Market and 4»tk Ma. Philadelphia, Pa. Fo* paga ae« List of AdTertlara. P. Ouwarkerk. P. O. No. 1. Hoboken, H. 1. For page see List of AdTertlsera. Dlitgee & Conard Co., West QroTe, Pa. Novelties In Roses. For page aee Ltet of Advertlaeia. Paahlmann Bpoa. Co., Morton QroT*, DL For page see List of Advertlaera. W. * T. Smith Co.. GeneTa, N. Y. American Grown Bceea. For page see List of AdTertlsera. Eastern Nurseries, Jamaica Plain, Mass. New Rose Daybreak and Lady Duncan. For page see List of AdTertlsera. John Cook, Baltimore, Md. New Seedling Rose "Radiance." For page see List of Advertisers. U. & J. Farquhar & Co., Boston, Mass. Rose "Flower of Fairfield" Ever-Blooming Crimson Rambler. For page see List of Advertisers. Arthur T. Boddington, New York, N. Y; Hardy Roses. For page see List of Advertisers. " Bobbiuk & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. For page see List o( Aihertisers. The Rose.Tiy^. b7 EUwaoger; mailed for J1.80 by Horticulture, 11 Hamlltoa Place, Boston. Hand Book of Cultural Notes on Boaes Onder Glass, by F. P. Brlgham. mailed to rwar address for 25c., by Horticulture Pab^ ilahlng Co.. 11 Hamilton Place, Boaton. RUSTIC WINDOW BOXES Maples Rustic Works, Clayton, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. SEED OROW^ERS HJalmar Hartmann & Co. Cauliflower and Cabbage Seed. Laagangstraede 20, Copenhagen. Denmark For page see List of Advertisers. C. C. Morse ft Co., 48-56 Jackson St., San Francisco, Cal. For page see List of AdTertlsera. SEEDS r. J. Grey Co., 82 So. Market St., Boatoa. For page see List of AdTertlsera. Joseph Breck ft Sons, 11 and 52 N. Market St., Boston, Maaa. For page aee List of Advertisers. W. Atlee Burpee Ac Co., Pblladelphla. For page aee List of AdTertlsera. Arthnr T. Boddington, 342 W. 14th St.. New York. For page see Llet of AdTertlsera. Uckards Bros., 37 B. 19tb St., New York. For page tee List of Advertlaera. R. ft J. Farqnbar ft Co., 6-7 So. Market St., Boaton. For page aee List of AdTertlsera. H. r. MIchell Co., 1018 Market St., Phlla. For page see Llet of AdTertlsera. I. U. Thorbnrn ft Co., 88 Barclay St, N. T. For page see List of AdTertlsera. Leonard Seed Co., Chicago, III. Beans, Peas, Sweet Corn, Onion. For page see List of AdTertlsera. IrUcgel ft- Fottler Co., 26 ft 27 So. Market St., Boston. True Irish Shamrock Seed. For page see List of Advertlaera. H. F. Wlnteraon Co., Chicago. for Plantsmen, NnrserymeB, Seeds- men. For page aee List of AdTertlsera. A. C. ZTolanek. Bound Brook, N. J. Winter Flowering Sweet Peas. For page see List of AdTertlsera. C. Morse ft Co., 48-56 Jackson St., Saa Francisco, Cal. For page aee List of AdTertlaerm. O. V. Zangen, Hoboken, N. J. Giant Cyclamen Seed. For pane see List of AdTertlsera. H. B. Flske Seed Co.. Boston. For page see List of AdTertlsera. SILKALINE John C. Meyer ft Co., Boaton, For page see List of AdTertlaera. SMZLAX Smilax 2 in. Extra Strong, $1.25 per 100; .flO.OO per 1000. Stafford Floral Co., Staf- ford Springs, Conn. SPHAGNUM MOSS Live Sphagnum moss, orchid peat aad orchid baskets always on hand. Lager ft Unrrell, Summit, N. J. A full stock of moss on hand all year around. Sphagnum moss, $1.50 per bale; sheet green moss, $2.50 per bbl.; clump moss, 75c. per bag. U. Kenney, 88 Roches- ter Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. SPIREA Joseph Breck & Sons, Corp., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. SPRAYERS Chas. J. Jager Co.. Boaton. Doming Spray Pnmp. For page see List of Advertlaera, B. H. Hunt, 76-78 Wabash At., Chlcage, la New Chicago Sprayer. For page see List of Adyertlans. STEVIA Wood Bros., FlshkiU, N. Y. SW^EET PEAS A. C. ZTOlanek, Bonnd Brook, N. J. Winter Flowering. For page see List of AdTertlsera. VEGETABLE PLANTS B. Vincent, Jr., ft Sona Co., White Marsh, Md. For page see Llat of AdTertlaera. VENTILATING APPARATUS Fleraon U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Sq., N. T. For page aee Llat of AdTertlaera. Foley Mfg. Co., Western Atc., betwsaa 25th ft 26th Sts., Chicago. The AdTance Co., Richmond, Ind. For page see List of AdTertlsera. VENTILATING MACHINERY, New Model encased, self-oiling gear; Standard Model Open Gear. Lord ft Bornham, lUt Broadway, N Y. WILD SMILAX E. A. BeaTen, ETergreen, Ala. Southern Wild Smilax. For page see List of AdTertlssrs. W^IRED TOOTHPICKS W. J. Cowee, Berlin, N. Y. For page see List of AdTertlaera. WXBEIVORK Seed ft Keller, 122 W. 26th St., N. T. For page see List of AdTertlsera. Dnrand ft Marohn, Albany, N. Y. For page see Llat of AdTertlsera. Wlrewerk. Write for our catalognc. Holton ft Hnnkel Co., Milwaukee. Wis. WlllUm E. Hellscher'a Wire Works, Broadway, Detroit, Mich. Wlrework— Compare our prlcee wltk otbera. Scranton Florlat Supply Co., tOl N. 7th St., Scranton, Pa. WHOLESALE FLORISTS B«at«B N. F McCarthy ft Co., 84 Hawlay M.. Boflton. For page see List of AdTertlsera. H. M. Robinson ft Co.. 15 PtOTlnce 8t and 9 Chapman PI., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Welch Bros., 226 Devonshire St., Boatea. For page see List of Advertisers. In wrifii^ fo Advertisers kindly mention Horticidture 902 HORTICULTURE. December 18, 1900 WHOI.ESAI.E FZX>RISTS— Continned BuUalo, N. Y. WUUaim F. Kastliig Co., 883-87 Olitcvn M« Buffalo, N. V. For page set Llgt of AdTertlgeri. diloago Chas. W^ McKelleri 61 Wabaah At», Chicago. For page see^lat of AdTertlgeri. Peter Relnberg, si^Wabash Atc., ChtctLgo. For pate see Llgt of AdTertlsera. B. F. Wluterson Co., 45-4U Wabaali At*., CblcaKo. For pace g»e Llgt of AdTertlaera. PoablmaiiD Bros. Co., .Morton UroTC. lli. For pate see List of AdTertlsera. Hoerber Broa., Atlas Block, 51 Wabaah AT«., Chicago. For page aee List of Advertlsera. J. A. Hudloug, Chicago, III. Cincinnati, Ohio The J. M. McColloagh'g Bona C«w, uatl, Oblo. For page see List of Advertlaen. Cromwell, Conn. A. N. Pleison, CromweU, Cou. For page see List of AdTertlaera. Detroit Mtchtgan Cut Flower Exchange, 88 aad *U Broadway, Detroit, Mich. For page see Llgt of AdTertlaere. Min neapolis Bice Bros., 116 N. Qtu St., llluoeapoUi^ MlUD. For page see List of Advertlgera. Mew York Ford Bros., 48 VV. 28th ist.. New Iferh. For page see List of AdTertlsera. U. !£. Fruuivut, 67 W. MUi 8t7 New IfoA. Ft page see Llgt of AdTertlsera. Alex. J. Uuttmau, 84 W. Kth 8t., New York. For page see List of AdTertlsera. IL C. Uorau, 66 W. 28t& »t., New lack. For page see List of AdTertlsera. A. B. Laugjahr, 65 W. 28th St., New lock For page see List of AdTertlsera. James UcMauus, 42 W. 2Stfa St., New lart. For page see List of AdTertlsera. Johu 1. Kayuur, 49 W. 28th St., New lera For page aee Llgt of AdTertlaera. W. F. Sheridan, 3» W. 28th St., New lack. For page aee List of AdTertlsera. Moore, Ueutz & Nash, 55 and 67 W. IRk St., New Xork. For page see List of AdTertlaera. Wm. W. Kuebler, K Wlilongiby Bt^ Brooklyn, N. Y. For page gee Llgt of AdTertlsera. MUlang Broa., 41 W. 28th St, New I»t£ For page gee List of AdTertlsera. John Vonng, 61 W. 28th St., New Tert. For page aee List of AdTertlsera. Greater New York Florists' AasoclatlOBi 162 Livingston St., Brooklyn, N. I. For page see List of AdTertlsera. Frank MUlang, 66-57 W. 18th St., M*w York. For page aee List of AdTertlaera. Philip F. KcBsler, 55 * 67 W. 2801 Bt. New York. For page see List of AdTertlaera. A. U Yonog A. Co., 64 W. 28th St., N. T For page see Llgt of AdTertlsera. J. K. Allei, 108 W. 2Sth St., New York For page see List of AdTertlsera. Charles Mlllang, 66 and 67 Weet 2Qth St., New York. For page aee Llat of AdTertlaera. B. 8. Sllnn. Jr., 65-57 W. 26th St.. New York. For page aee List of AdTertlsera. Pbiladelphia W. BL McKtealck & Broe., 1619-ieSl Baa- Btend St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see LiBt of AdTprtlBem. Leo Nleoeen Co., 1209 Arch St.. PhlladaJ phla. Pa. For page see List of AdTertlsera. The S. 8. Pennock-Mefhan Co^ leOB-U Ludlow St., Phlladel[Vhla. Pa. For page see List of AdTertlsers. New Offers in This Issue. ASPARAGUS, RUBBERS, COCOS, AND ARECAS. Godfrpj' .Asf-hmann, I'hiladelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. CARNATIONS, ROOTED CUTTINGS. Skidelsky & Irwin Co., Pbiladelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. CHRISTMAS FLOWER SHIPMENTS, WHOLESALE. Charles Millang, New York, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. FLOWER AND VEGETABLE SEEDS. Sutton & Sons, Reading, England. For page see List of Advertisers. FERNS AND LEUCOTHOE. B. S. Krinkie.v, Shell Creek, Tenn. For page see List of Advertisers. FLOWER DELIVERIES IN BOSTON. Chais. S. Champney, Inc., Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. FLORISTS' SUPPLY CATALOGUE. M.. Rice & Co., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. JAPANESE AIR PLANTS, DECORA- TIVE SHELLS, ETC. Rosin & Co., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. NEW CARNATION DOROTHY GOR- DON. Joseph Heacock Co.. Wyncote, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. POTASH. German Kali Works, Baltimore, Md. For page see List of Adverti.i Gallon 5.50 G^lon lO.SO THE KENTOCKT TOBACCO PRODHCt CO., LouUrlllC, Kj. 5 Gallon. 47 J« THE SOLUBLE OILS FOR SAN JOSE SCALE. Editor of HORTICULTURE: I have read with interest the article in your issue of Dec. 11th, under the heading, "Controlling the San Jose Scale." I wish to take exception to a few of the statements made in this article. It states: "It is true that where no spraying is being done for it (referring to the Scale) or where the wrong material, such as the solu- ble oils or too greatly diluted com- mercial preparations of any kind are being used — it is not being controlled." I will also quote from this article as follows: "It is necessary in spraying that the proper solution be used." Then referring to some party who sprayed 22,000 trees with an oil solu- tion and piactically every tree had been killed. The writer happens to be in touch with fruit growers in all parts of the country, especially as pertaining to the territory in which is found San Jose Scale and other scale insects. In a recent conversation with one of the very large Pennsylvania fruit growers, located near the Pennsylvania Experi- ment Station, the fruit grower in ques- tion made the statement that for fall spraying he was so decidedly in favor of a properly made soluble oil that he would not use the lime-sulphur wash if it cost him nothing. He had used very extensively both the lime-sulphur wash and soluble oils, and he made the further statement that the soluble oils, if properly made, did more in con- trolling the scale in one season's spraying than he had ever been able to do in four or five seasons' spraying with the lime-sulphur wash. In the past few w'eeks a number of the large fruit growers' associations have sent out circular letters to the effect that after five or six years of persistent spraying with the lime-sul- phur wash, they had found it impossi- ble to effectually destroy the scale in badly infested sections by the use of the above mentioned material. In one of the states where fruit is grown the most extensively, the grow- ers, after two or three years of thor- ough and careful experimenting, are using the soluble oils, and have even gone so far as to put up a plant for the purpose of attempting to make their own soluble oil, the results being so much better than they obtained with the lime-sulphur wash. It is safe to assume that the sales of soluble oils — properly made soluble oils — are this year at least five times greater than any year before. It is a significant fact that many large nurserymen who have thorough- ly tested out the matter and who use anywhere from 20 to 100 barrels a season, have decided definitely on the use of soluble oil, and give the other material mentioned no consideration whatever. All unprejudiced growers realize that properly made soluble oils have come to stay, and thorough tests have proven that they are much more ef- fectual in destroying the scale than the lime-sulphur wash. It is not the intention to endeavor to represent that the lime-sulphur wash is not worthy of consideration, for it is, but more largely as a spray for use in the spring, and quite largely for its fungicidal value. As to the question of injury by the use of oil, there have been some worth- less products put on the market that have never deserved the name of solu- ble oil, as they were more nearly a combination of ammonia, rosin and alkali, and such oils are injurious, especially on peach trees when sprayed in the spring; but this has no bearing on the value of a properly made solu- ble oil as a scale-destroying spray. It is my opinion that such an article as that you published in your paper is decidedly misleading, as more growers are every year trying the soluble oils, and more growers are adopting their use as scale-destroying remedies, and the writer is of the opinion that more illustrations of saved orchards through the use of soluble oils can be offered than could be shown from the use of the other wash. F. G. STREET. Rochester, N. Y. AN APHINE TEST. The Geo. E. Talmadge Co., Inc., gave an interesting demonstration on De- cember 13 at 50 West 28th street. New York, of the efficiency of Aphine as an insecticide. This preparation, which has now been on the market for some time and giving excellent results, as testified to by many growers of high lepute. has been working irregularly of late and complaints of injury to plants have been coming in to the office of Mr. M. C. Ebel from some who have been using it. Investigation disclosed the fact of unaccountable carelessness in Lhe mixing of the ingredients at the factory in Madison, N. J., and the re- sult has lieen the discharge of Mr. Tal- madge, who has hitherto had entire control of the manufacture. Mr. Ebel, who is the responsible financial head of the concern, has undertaken to undo the mischief, replace the spurious ar- ticle with the proper compound and maiulain the recognized virtues of the insecticide by careful compounding. The demonstration at New York was in pursuance of this object and It Is understood that a similar test will be made at Boston, where large quanti- ties of the liquid have been sold — di- rectly after the holidays. In compliance with Mr. Abel's pub- lished request portions of plants in- fested with green fly, scale, mealy bug, etc., were supplied by various grow- ers and there was no question but what the solution destroyed all the in- sects with which it came in contact, and without any apparent injury to the foliage. White chrysanthemums and other flowers thoroughly soaked with the liquid showed no indications of discoloration, and altogether the test was quite convincing to those who were present. Dried, screened and packed In bags ot I 100 lbs. each. PULVERIZED SHEEP JNANURE PUKE UNIFORM KELIABLK A strong and quick acting manure, highly recommended for carnations and chrysanthemums. SHREDDED CATTLE MANURE EAST TO HANDLE AND APPL,! I Stronger and better In every w«f [ than rough manure. Ijasts mue^ longer on the benches. Unequalled tv mulching and feeding roeee, liquid manuring and mixing with bench aiUI potting soil. Used by all the largest growera. Ask Tour Supply Man or Write Ui for Circulars and Prices. THE Pulverized Manure Go. 31 Union Stock Yards CHICAGO Which Spray Pump^ ^^^^^^» shall yon baytBuythe Spray Pump that taUj meete the demands of the OoTernment Agrl caltaraJ Scientists and all practi- cal Fmlt Growers. These pomps are widely known aa DEMING SPRAYERS and are made In 23 styles for ase In small g-ardens or immense orchards, Write for oar 1909 catalog with Spraying Chart. Add 4 cents post- agre and receive "Bprayinf lor - I?oflt,"a asefal guide book. CHARLES J. iABER CO. suits PMakMaM., SPPAYED December IS, 1909 HORTICULTURE 905 POTASH The German Kali Works have talked Potash and its benefits for twenty-five years. Thev have never sold a pound direct to local agents or farmers. You know how hard it was to buy and get Potash. Things have changed. Th'i mines are now producing enough to enable us to offer POTASH FOR SALE in carload lots of twentj' tons, to local dealers without interfering with the requirements of those to whom we have sold Potash to be used in mixed goods. We have, therefore, estab- lished a Selling Agency in Baltimore, Md., and in "n^ili^prv firlinrnnfpprl 1910 will sell all potash salts in carload lots for cash, l-FCllYCl J Vf uaiaillCCU direct from the mines to the buyers in original sealed bags, or kainit in bulk, at lower rates than were ever before quoted. PI I, 1) Yoxi can buy the real potasli salts — plant food without fillers or make- OtdSn 1 3yS weights — you save all the money you liave been spending for interest, ^^^^S^^^^^^^SS^ freight, excessive profits on fillers and mixing cliarges. J^or particulars and prices write to GERMAN KALI WORKS, Continental Building, Baltimore KILMDEAD 'ThebestofaU7i 'thetobacco,,g^^^ jlustslor/^ s|^. .Dusting or Tumigatiii^ f. so lb*.. 1.76 SOO lb*.. I4.00 50 Barclai7 SI-. New Tork. The Best BugKillerand Bloom Saver For PROOF Write to P.R.PaiettrarpflU. OWENSBORO, IT. I MARE THE FARM PAY | Complete Home Study Courses in Agncviliure. Honiculturc. Floriculture. Landscape Oardenin^. Forestry. Poultr> Culture. and Veterinary Science under Prof Brooks of the Hais. Agricultural College, Prof Craig of Cornell University, and other eminent teachera. Over one hundred Home Study Courses under kbie professors in leading Colleges. 280 pier t*T»i.oc r«tl ■(•■Tt To-O'f The HOME CORRESPONDENCE SCHOOL Oept. H. A., Springfield, Maaa. New Chicago Sprayer- This sprayer Is made of aluminum with two brass plates, one fine, one coarse These are easily removed and quickly cleaned. Spraying ^ace 41^ Inches wide, nozzle 6V4 Inctoea long; % Inch pipe conneo- uons. These sprayers will never wear out and are said by users X» be the finest on the market Send to us for testlmoniala from growers using them. Price $2.50 Each £. H. Hunt, 76-78 Wabash Ave., Chicago, 111. SCALECIDE WOl positively destroy SiN JObE SCALE and all soft bodied sucking insects without injury to the tree. Simple, more effective and cheaper than Lime Sulphar, Not an experiment. Od© gallon makes 16 to 'JO g&llonB Bpraj- bj fiimi.lj adding water. Send for BooKJet, "Orcha^ Insurance." B. G. PRAH CO., 50 CHURCH ST., N€W YORK CITY. fORIGULTURAL LIME Especially prepared for the soil. All ready to apply with drill or otherwise. It is fine, dry, pure, bulky, and cheap. Results guaranteed. Ask your fer- tilizer dealer or write CALEDONIA MARL CO., Caledonia, N. Y. (V W 0\KU fSo are easy to kill with The Fumigating Kind Tobacco Powder All our bags have our guarantee tag on the bag, reading "Satisfaction or Money Back." and this trade marJO $3.00 per bag 100 lbs. It costs 1 5 cts. to thoroughly fumigate a house 100x25. We sell direct to the grower. The H. A. Stoothoff Co. Mount Vernon, N. Y. 906 HORTICULTURE December 18, 1909 GREENHOUSES BUILDING OR CONTEMPLATED. Hermantown, Minn. — Hanron. one house. Lake Forest, III.— L. W. Swift, palm house. Sterling, III. — Frank & Son, one house. Port Huron, Mich. — Gene Chase, one house . Onset, Mass. — .J. G. Burrows, one house S X 30. Birdsboro, Pa. — Robert E. Brooks, conservatory. Wakefield, Mass.— C. C. Ball, one house, next spring. North Pelham, N. Y.—H. P. Wagner, four houses, 20x125. White Plains, N. Y.— White Plains Nursery Co., range of houses. Washington, D. C. — Chas. P. Grose, 723 17th St., house 18x110 ft. S. Royalston, IVIass. — E, B. Hanson, three cucumber houses 30 x 150. Greensburg, Ind. — John T. Dille and William C. Konzelman, four houses 145 ft. long. Newburgh, N. Y. — Henry C. Speng- ler. Jr,. at Cochecton Turnpike one house 30 X 100. AN EXPLOSION. FIRE RECORD. INCORPORATED. On the morning of December 9, an explosion in the hot water boilers of Edgar Bros,, at Waverley, Mass., did considerable damage to the heating ap- paratus and glass, and for a time the stock in the houses was in danger of ruin from the cold weather. Neighbor Peirce proved his neighborliness by securing for Messrs. Edgar, after a big hustle, temporary heating apparatus just in time to save the plants. The explosion was not due to any defect in the boilers, but to neglect to open the valves when building the fire. The Pioneer Manufacturers of Plant Tubs AMERICAN PLANT and TREE TUB Established in 1863. Incorpor- ated as Union Mfg. Co.. 1867. Incorporated as American Wood- enware Mf'g, Co. in 1902, Cedar Brass Price $ .45 .50 .65 ,85 1.00 1,25 1.50 2.00 3,00 4.00 5.50 T)ie Ameflcan WoodEnwaie Mfg. Co. Toledo, O Sold by H. E Fiske Seed Co., 12 Faneuil Hall Sq., Boilon Schleiel & Fouler Co,, 26 and 27 So. Market St., Boiton The American Wooden-Ware Manufacturing Co., TOLEDO, OHIO Send for Catalogue of Plant and Tree Tubs, Bound Jardineres, etc. PATENTS GRANTED. 942,177. Flower Pot Holder. Charles H. Keitsch, Buffalo, N. Y. 942,559. Quack Grass Digger. James Hopkins, Boardman, Wis. 942,744. Weed Cutter and Cultivator. Marcellus Pruyn, Sacra- mento, Cal. Nonantum, Mass. — Fire caused by an overheated furnace caused a loss of about $100 to the greenhouse of John McCarthy. Rockport, Me. — Fire destroyed the greenhouses of George Glarentzel, just over the Camden line, on Dec. 2. The Atlantic Engine Co. of Camden re- sponded early, but the greenhouses were a total loss, with no insurance. The ell of the house was destroyed and this was insured. The fire caught around the heating apparatus of the greenhouses. DR.£ER*S Florist ^ peclalties. New Brand New Style. Hose-RIVERTON" Furnished in lenghts up to 500 ft. without seam or joint. Ihe HOSE for the FLORIST */4.inch, per ft., 15 c. Reel of 500 ft., " 14^4 c. 2 Reels, 1000 ft.," 14 c. H-inch, '* 13 c. Reels, 500 ft., " 1254c. Couplings furnished. HENRV A. DREER, 714 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, Pa. Price per crate (500 • io.pots in crate $4.88 ■500 .X " " J.=5 ijoo tH " 6.00 10003 " " 3.00 8003)4 " " 5.80 >°°*,. '.'. " 4-5° 4564^ ,", " S-24 3»°» , ^ " 4-5> MOjX " " 3.78 Yankton, S. D.— George H. Whiting Co. Nurserymen. Glastonbury, Conn. — J. R. Morgan & Co. Nursery and florist business. Capital, $30,000. All the Clay for our FLORISTS' RED POTS Is prepared by passing through a screen 1600 meshes to the square iuck. If In a hurry for pot>;, order from us. THE PETERS & REED POTTERY CO., Zanesvllle. Ohio. STANDARD FLOWER POTS Packed U fmalt crates, easy to handle. Price per crate 144 6 in. pots in crate $3.16 1207 '* " 4.30 608 •■ " S.00 HAND MADE 48 9 in. pots in crate $3.60 48 10 " " 4.80 H »« " " 3.4o S4 la " " 4.(0 12 14 " " 4.80 616 " " 4.50 Seed pens, same price as pots. Send for price list of Cylinders for Cut flowers. Hanging Baskets, Lawn Vases, etc. Ten per cent , ofi for cash w ith order. Address Hllflng:er Bros., Pottery, Fort Edward^.Y. (ugutt Rolker i Soot. Afti. II Barclay St, N. V. City. Syracuse Red Pots ALL THE STANDARD SIZES It will soon be time to order large pots for tall potting. We have a full line of the best. Syracuse Pottery Co., ^^y^y"'^"- I— STANDARD FLOWER — If your greenhouses arc within 50 > miles of the Capitol, write us, we can save you money. W. H. ERNEST -^ 28th t M Sts., - Washington, 0 C — iroic HEWS STANDARD 99 POTS POT MAKERS FOR 140 YEARS WORLDS LARGEST MANUFACTURERS Pearson Street, LONG ISLAND CITY, N. Y. WRITE FOR CATALOGUE AND DISCOUNTS A. H. HEWS & CO., Inc. CAMBRIDGE, MASS. 4S2-460 No. Branch St. CHICAGO, ILU December IS, 1909 HORTICULTURE 907 KROESCHELL BOILER MADE OF FIRE BOX FLANGE PLATE Can not Crack Water Space in Front, Sides and Bacli Tlie Most Popular Boiler Made SEND FOR GArALOGUE. KROESCHELL BROS. GO. 466 Erie St., CHICAGO, ILL. Braiythlnx for O-ieenboaae BnUdliig Write for Infor- mation and prices la Widths from 14 feet o inches to 54 feet o inches. Withont posts. KINO TRUSS SASH BAR HOUSES. IRON GUTTERS AND EAVES. IRON AND CYPRESS BENCHES. VENTILATING MACHINERY. KING CONSTRUCTION CO. NOBTH TONAWANDA, N. T. The Advance Ventilating Maciiine is the machine that is superior to them all. It is the easiest operated. It will outlast two other makes, because it is built right and of the best material, in fact there is no wearing out part in it, be- cause it is built that way. We have one price which we give to all. Send us your trial order, we know that you will be pleased with Our machine. The Advance Go. RICHMOND, IND. SASH BARS feet or longer HOT BED SASH PECKY CYPRESS BENCH LUMBER CYPRESS?^ GREENHOUSES ERECTED AND EQUIPPED COMPLETE IF DESIRED Write for Circular "D" and Prices The A. T. STEARM LIMBER CO. NEPONSET, BOSTON, MASS. STANDARD PLATE GLASS CO. rianufacturers — Importers — ^Jobbers NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY FRENCH OR AMERICAN GREENHOUSE GLASS LOWEST PRICES ON REQUEST 26-30 Sudbury St. BOSTON, HASS. 61-63 Portland St. GLASS Our Specialty Can interest ynu -with our prices all the time; we ask you to write us. "Result," "Satisfaction." Sharp, Partridge & Co,, Chicago, BOSTON PLATE & WINDOW GLASS CO. GREENHOUSE GLASS '^""*'' *'*° 261 to 287 A Street BOSTON AMERICAN 20 to 22 Canal Street Write to us abont your Material and Plans for any size and style of GREENHOUSE for new Btruoture or repairs. Hot Bed Sash In stoch or any size required. Pecky Cypress Benches most lasting and least expensive. The Foley Mfg. Co. Western Ave. and 26th St. CHICAGO, - - ILL. GLASS Greenhouse and Hot Bed SIZES OUR SPECIALTY IMMENSE STOCK Plate and M^indoiv Glass Write for Our Prices PARSHELSKY BROS., Inc. 69 Montrose Ave.» BROOKLYN. N. Y. Send your business direct to Washington. Saves time and insures better service. Personal attention guaranteed. Twenty-five years' active service. SPECIALTY: "Working on the FaUurc of Others." SIG6ER8 & 8IGGERS PATENT LAWYERS Box 9, National Union Building Washlnston, O. C. IRON PIPE Second Hand Suitable for all greenhouse pur- poses, steam, water, gas or oil, also for fences or posts. All sizes Prices low. Buxton, Doane Co. 18 Midway St., Boston Telephone, Main 4419 ; Holds Class Firmly See the Point JW PEERLESS * Olftzlnfr PolntH ftre the best. No righis or lefla. Box of 1.000 poinu 75 cu. poltp&ld. , HENRT A. DREEB, I 714 ChntBQt St., mift., P». Greenhouse Material and Sash Of Every Description Get our Prices and Catalogue. S. J^VCOBS «s SOIVSB 1359-1385 Flushing Ave. E,i 1871. BROOKLYN, N. Y. FLORICULTURE! Compieli:- Home Study Cours* in practical Fiufi culture under Prof Craig and Pr(.( Batchelder ot Cornell University. Course lodudes Greenhouse Construction and Managcmect and the gn-wing o( Small Fruits anrt Vegetables as well as Flower- L'nder Class Personal InstT-ucttans. Expert Adx-tee leO »*«C CaTkLOOut rstt wniTc to oai . Ths HOME CORRESPONDENCE SCHOOL Oept. H. F.. Sprinefleld. Ma«B j GREENHOUSE CONSTRUCTION LUMBER John C. Moninger Co. II7E Blackhawk St., CMICAQO. The FLORISTS' HAIL ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA, insurer of 32,600,000 Sq. ft. of glass. For particulars address John C. Esler, Secy, Saddle River, N .J . 908 HOKTlCULTURi: December 18, 1909 THE TEST PRACTICAL The practical part is this : to manufac- ture materials only, is one thing, out to prove their defects by erecting them ALSO, is quite another. We both manu- facture and erect our own materials, which gives us every chance to see de- fects and make improvements. The question is do you or do you not want the up-to-date enduring construction? If you do, then get into communication with us. Send at once for Half Iron Frame Circu- lar. Hitchings Sl Company 1170 Broadway New^fork The Godfrey IHoiiisei At Seabrlght, No J * splendid houses — splendid plan One means best possible growing conditions; the other, the gardner's convenience in working the houses, besides greatest economy in healing. It is a layout that can be easily added to, with least expense I'eing the Sectional Iron Frame Construction, accounts for their attractiveness. had not been assured be- * Jodfrey would never such cases it is a good ucc ssful houses for If their durability yond all others, Mr. have bought them. In thing to have beenbuiid over fifty years, then we do for a man, by what men. other Lord amidl EMmham Coo Irvington-on-Hudson, N. Y. New York Boston Philadelphia Chicago St James Btdg. Tremont BIdg;. Heed BIdg. Thi Rookery Connecting passage at A. G. Vanderbilt's range, Newport, R. I. — used for propagating. ABOUT OUR CONNECTING PASSAGES They are worth all they cost in over- coming the shading of one house by an- other. You gain additional valuable bench room. They add to the at- tractiveness of the range. Because of their practicalness, they have always been one of the features of U-Bar plans. Explicitly explained in our new cataloff. PIERSON U-BAR COMPANY NUMBER ONE MADISON AVE. N. Y. Railroad Station Gardening On the Reading Railroad. wyofeato the/ I rioRrsitFiANrM4Jv, \^M^CAPE Gardens im Qq/to//, Mass. cSubscr/pt/on, ^100 \ 910 horticulture: December 25, 1909 Bobbink & Atkins Nurserymen and Florists Rutherford, - N.J. PYRAMID BOXWOOD 2% ft $1.00 each ihi ft. . . .$3.50 each 3 ft 2.00 each 5 ft 4.00 each 314 ft 2.50 each 5V4 ft 5.00 each 4 ft 3.00 each G ft 6.U0 e;ich EVERGREENS We have a large quantity and fine assortment of small Evergreens for Window Boxes and Vases. 1012 inches $20.00 per 100 12-15 Inches 25.00 per 100 15-18 inches 35.00 per 100 KENTIAS AMD BAY TREES Our stock is larger and finer than ever. We can fill orders for all sizes, and any quantity. RHODODENDRONS In all bright colors; line forcing vari- eties; good value. $6.00, $9.00, $12.00. $15.00 and $18.00 per dozen. POT GROWN Per doz. Per 100 Azalea Mollis $4.50 $35.00 Deutzia Gracilis, pot grown 2.00 15.00 DoMhie Flowering Cherry 15.00 (English Hawthorn, double scui let 12.00 Lilac Charles X, Marie Le Graye, extra size, for 8-9 Inch pots 10.00 Malus, Flowering Crab. . 12.00 Prunus Triloba, Standard 15.00 Prunus Triloba. Bush 9.00 Staphylea Cokhica 9.00 Vlliurnum Opulus 6.00 Weigela Eva Rathlse 12.00 Wistaria, blue 12.00 DIeiytra Spectabilis 6.00 Aucutia Variegated, for window boxes, 12-15 inches 4.00 Aucul>n, tine plants, 18-24 Inches 9.00 Kalmia r^atifoiia 9.00 Magnolia, pink ..1.50 to 2.50 ROSES H. I', low budded, 2 yr., fine stock for forcing in pots; following varltles $15.00 per 100, $120.00 per 1000: Gen. Jacqueminot, La France, Paeo- nla, Ulrich Bruuner, Baron Bonstettin, Marie Bauman, Frau Karl Druschkl, Baroness Rothschild, Mrs. John Lalng. Gen. Washington, Gabriel Lulzet, Magna Charta, Mme. Piantler, Mrs. R. G. Sharman Crawford. Crimson Rambler, Home Grown: Per doz. Per 100 2 yr. old; 2-3 in., well branched, own roots... $2.00 $12.00 2 yr. old; 2-3 in., well branched, budded 2.00 12.00 3 yr. old; 3-4 in., well branched, own roots... 3.00 15.00 3 yr. old; 3-4 in. well branched. Imdded 3.00 1.5.00 Dorothy Perkins, strong, field grown 2.00 15.00 Baby Rambler, Half Standards, 30 in. high. 9.00 Lady Gay, 2 yr. old 15.00 Baby Rambler, dormant, field grown, selected, budded plants 16.00 Anny Mueller, dormant plants. 2 yr. old (Pink Baby Rambler) 16.00 A visit to our Greenhouse and Nursery will convince you we have the quality that gives satisfaction. We have a fine selection of Nursery products. Shall be pleased to give special prices on lists. ^si for Wholesale Catalog. IiOE>HI«» RUTHERFORD, N, J. EVERGREENS ImportanL Announcement To Carnation Growers At the earnest solicitation of a large number of commercial and private grower*, the Cottage Gardens Company has decided to disseminate this year tne two famous carnations MRS. C. W. "WARD and ALMA "WARD Two varieties which are well known to all the leading growers of the country. Pour years test in the New York market has demonstrated their popularity and good staying qualities. For the past three years we have been growing from fifteen to twenty-flve thousand of each, during which time they have always COMMANDB3D THE HIGHEST iWARKET PRICES, and at no time has the supply been equal to the demand. On the exhibition tabl^they have taken the HIGHEST HONORS, and we believe it is safe to say these two camationB STAND WITHOtJT AN EaUAL. INVITATION We extend a cordial Invitation to ail those interested to visit our establishment, where they will have an opportunity to see them growing and compare their good points with other standard varieties grown under the same conditions. MRS. C. "W. "WARD MRS. C. W. WARD is a perfectly formed flower with full centre; color deep pink several shades lighter than Lawson, deeper than Wlnsor; bavlng strong, erect stems 24 to 36 Inches In length. A vigorous, healthy grower and has never shown disease of any kind. A very early and free bloomer, producing flue flowers as early as September Ist, which bring from twenty-flve to fifty per cent more than any other variety on the market. The keeping qualities of this variety are remarkable. Several shipments of binnnis sent to Europe reached their destinations in perfect condition, and wherever exhlliited it has always been the last to show signs of wilting. AWARDS Society of American Florists, Silver Medal, lioston. 1906; The Craig Cup for Best Seedling. Philadelphia, 1906; The Lawson Bronze Medal, Washington, 1908; The Hor- ticulturiil Society of N. Y. Silver Medal, Sweepstake prize for best 100 blooms. New York. I!iii9; The Horticultural Society of N. Y. Diploma, for best new variety, New York. 1909. Rooted Cuttings Ready January 15. IQIO December and first part of January cuttings all sold. $2.00 per 12, $12.00 per 100, $100.00 per 1000, $95.00 per 1000 in lots of 2500. 25 at the 100 rate, 250 at the 1000 rate. ALMA -WARD This beautiful Carnation is pure white delicate spiashings cf pink similar to the AI^MA WARD is the largest and most perfect flowers 3% to 45^ inches in diameter length. This most remarkable variety takes American Beauty Rose among roses, and awarded numerous prizes including the The Lawson Silver Medal. Toronto The Lawson Gold Medal, Washington, Silver Medal, Washington, 1908 except during dark weather when It shows Cattleya Orchid, increasing Its popularity. fiacrant Calrnatlon ever grown, producing on strong, erect stems 36 to 42 inches in tlie same place among carnations as the lias, during the past four years, been following: 11107, (No Gold Medal having been awarded); 1908; The Society of American Florists .00 per R.ooted Cuttings Ready February I, 1910 January cuttings all sold. $3 00 per 12, $5.00 per 25, $9.0o per 50, $15.00 per 100, $35.00 per 250, $65. ,500, $120.00 per lOOO. Cottage Gardens Co., Inc., QUEENS, LONG ISLAND, N. Y. A FeMr Left th'e New^ Dl&Mrson Rambler Roses 1 DAYBREAK and LADY DUNCAN 3 year old Plants $1 each, $10 per doz. A Large Stock of Choice Conifers, Deciduous Trees and Shrubs and Hardy Herbaceous Perennials EAST£R.N NUR.SER.1CS, JAMAICA PLAIN. MASS. HENRY S. DAWSON, Manager A. N. PIERSON, Inc., Gromwell, Conn. FULL LINE OF PALMS AND FERNS Send for Catalogue December 25, 1909 HORTICULTURt- 911 GERANIUMS We are HEADQUARTERS and offer the finest collection in AMERICA, from 2-in pots at $2.00 per 100; $18.50 per 1000, 250 of a kind at ^^-. thousand rates. For J18.50 we will send you 1000, 50 each of 20 distinct kinds, in a collection on which we are willing to stake our reputation. A customer in writing this week says : "We used your Geraniums last year and had the finest collection we ever had, sold out clean, had nothing left for stock." We have a splendid stock in 2-in. pots of the following at $2.00 per 100. Double Lobelia Kathleen Mallard, Alyssum, Giant and Dwarf ; Lemon Verbenas, Fuchsias 6 varieties, Verschaffeltii, and Golden Bedder Coleus, Lantanas 8 varieties; Ivy Leoved Ceroniiims 6 varieties, Scented Geraniums. Double Petunias, Mixed Colors, ?3-oo per 100. Cannas Roots, Home Grown, 1,000,000 good strong divisions at $18.50 per 1000. King Humbert J6 00 per 100; $50.00 per 1000. NEW GERANIUM PRICE LIST NOW READY R. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., white marsh, md. ROOTED COTTINGS CARNATIONS HEALTHY STOCK Beacon, KnchantreRB, Klngeton Pet, White Knctittntreiis, VTiuBor. Price $3.00 per 100; $25 00 per loor. Lady Bouotiful, Mrs. T. W. Lawsoii, Ked Lawnon, Preg. Seelye, Variepated LawHon, White La^vson. Price $2.50 per 100; $30. 00 per 1000. ROSES Grafted and Own Root, each. Send tor List. Have a few thousand WOOD BROTHERS FI8HKILL, N.Y. PEONIES S«nd for our list. The very choicest Commerei^l Varietiea. FIELD CARNATIONS Pure White Enchantress Afterglow, Winona, Winsor, splendid plants, $6 per 100, $50 per 1000 THE E. G. HILL CO., RIchinonil, Indiana. THE CONSTANT A New Seedling Carnaiion of Wonderful Merit. Will be offered to the irade in Februay, 1910. For descripiioD, price, etc., see '* Horticulture," issue of November 6th. Cf p/\Dr\ Frorists Supplies, I Est . 9. rUKl/ ^oveltles, Etc. \ 18&1 P.O. 60x4515. West Park. Phlla.. Pa CARNATIONS F. DORNER & SONS CO. LaFayette, Ind. Qeranlums. S. A. Nutt, Ricard, Perkins, Buck ner, $1.00 per 100 Carnations. Enchactress, $1.50 per 100. Boston Market, Red Sport, $1.00 per 100. Djublr WhltePelunla, Hardy Pinks, Vinca Var., Sdlvln Bonfire, 75c. per 100. Ager- atum LnbelidK. Mallar< .60c. per 100. 3cottl Ferns. $1.00 per 100. Aqullegias, Coreopsis Digitalis. Svveet Wll lams, Pansles Giant Prize, 50c. per 100. EDWARD WALLIS, Atco. N.J. HERBERT, ATCO, N.J. DAHLIAS Every Day In the Year SHA.S'TiV- Come and see Sbarta growlDg, and b« conTlnced that It Is the (reateat noaer making carnation In sight today. In point of freedom It eicells any rartety eTjr Introduced. Carries more buds right now than meet vsrletles produce In a ^fcole season. The quality Is there, too. High score everywhere. 89 points at U>« A. C. S. meet last January. Can be seen at either Indianapolis or Tewksbory. Booking orders now for Jan. dellrery $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. PATTEN & CO. Tewksbury, Mass. BAUR & SMITH Indianapolis, - Ind. Nevsr, brilliant, glistening pink carnation for J9J0 $12.00 per 100. $100.00 per 1000 A. C. BROWN, CHICAGO CARNATION CO. Springfi Id. 111. Joliet. Ul. A New Seedling Carnation :: :: light pink, overlaid with a deep rose pink, the color extending ovei the petals from the center almost to the f dge. 1 he most attractive Novelty for 1910. $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. Chicago Carnation Co., MARY TOLMAN A NEW LIGHT PINK CARNATION FOR 1910 $12.00 per 100. $100.00 per 1000. A. E. HUNT & CO., Evanston, III. CHICAGO CARNATION CO., Joliet, III. HUNT BROS., Park Ridge, III. A new carnation of grtat piomise for 1910. Clear, pleading pink. Every one who has seen this variety likes it. $12.00 per 100, $100.00 per 1000. CHAS. KNOPF FLORAL CO. S. J. REUTER & SON, Inc. Richmond, Ind. Westerly, R. I. CHRYSANTHEMUMS AND ASTER SEED All the leading kinds best suited to Florists use. ELMER D. SMITH & GO. ADRIAN, MICH. CARNATION Rooted cuttings, both standard varieties, and the best novelties of the season. Write us before placing your order. We will guarantee first-class stock and. prompt de- livery. KATALOa tor the Asking. SKIDELSKY & IRWIN CO. 12IS Betz BIdg., PHILADELPHIA, PA. PANSY PLANTS From my well-known strain, none bet- ter; also DAISIES (bellis) and FOR- GET-ME-NOT, fine plants, $2.00 per 1000. LETTUCE GRAND RAPIDS, BIG BOSTON, $1.00 per 1000. J. C. SCHMIDT, BRISTOL, PA. 912 HORTICULTURE December 25, 1909 HARDY ROSES For Forcing Ready for Immediate Delivery The richt time to buy Koses is when they are fresh and well ripened. Roses potted up in the fall or late winter become better established and force better, and are far more satisfactory iu every way, and yuu can retard or force at your leisure. We recommend the American-grown "Ramblers." Don't attempt to force imported Ramblers; the general experience is that they are failures. somethir.g^ew in Rose, ^^^jf Standard Baby Ramblers These are Baby Ramblers, grown on stems or standards about one and a half feet high, and will be a novelty for your trade you cannot profitably overlook. They are offered for the first time in this country in the following varieties: BABY DOROTHY (Half standard). Deep pink. 60 cents each, ?6.00 per dozen, $45.00 per 100. BABY RAMBLER (Half standard). Crimson. 45 cents each, J4.50 per dozen, $35.00 per 100. BABY CATHERINE SEIMETH (Half standard). White. 45 cents each, $4..''jO per dozen, $35.00 per 101). BABY "STARS and STRIPES" (Half standard). White and red grafted on the same plant; most attractive. 50 cents each, .«5.00 per dozen, $40.00 per 100. Hardy Perpetual Roses We offer extra strong forcing two-year-oid dormant, low- budded stock, in the following varieties, true to name. Price, 76c. for 5 (of one variety), ¥12.00 per 100, $110.00 per 1000. Alfred Colomb. Carmine. Anne de DietibBoh. Bright carmine. Ball of Snow. Pure white. Baron de Bonstetten. Dark crimson shaded. Baroness Rothschild. Satiny pink; extra. Captain Christ.v. Delicate flesh color. Duke of Eilinbursh. Bright vermilion; very fine. Fisher Holmes. Dark rich scarlet. FKAU KARL DRl'SCHKI. The finest white in existence. Ueneral Jacqueminot. Rich velvety crimson. General Washington. Beautiful red, shaded carmine. John Hopper. Beautiful rose-pink. La France. The finest light pink. Margaret Dickson. White, pale flesh center. Magna Charta. Clear rosy pink. Mme. Gabriel Luizet. Light satiny pink. Mme. Plantier. White. Mrs. John Laing. Soft pink. Most desirable variety. Paul Ne.» ron. Beautiful dark pink. Prince Cnmille de Rohan. Velvety crimson. UlrKh Brunner. Cherry-red. Forcing: Rambler Roses American Crown. The Only Stock for Forcing CRIMSON RAMBLER Large he.avy plants, two years old, mossed and packed in bundles of 10. 10 100 3 to 4 feet $1.25 $12.00 y to 5 feet l."5 15.00 4 to 6 feet, extra strong and heavy 2.25 20.00 DOROTHY PERKINS Shell Pink. S1.25 for 10, $12.00 per 100. Extra strong, $1.16 for 10, $15.00 per 100. Tausendschon The new Rambler Rose. The name translated means a "thousand beauties." Color beautiful rose, shading to pink. $2.26 for 10, $20.00 per 100. Tausendschon (standard grown). Each 60c., doz. $6.00, 100 $40.00. HIAWATHA. The flowers are single and are of a deep. In- tense crimson shade with the petals shading to a pure white base. Flowers very freely and is undoubtedly one of the best of the single Roses for forcing. Extra strong, two-vear, field-grown, $3.26 for 10, $30.00 per 100. WEDDING BELLS. A seedling of the Crimson Rambler. The most floriferous Rose yet produced. The color Is white with the mpper part of the petals soft-pink. Fine for forcing. Perfectly hardy. Extra strong two-year-old field-grown flowering plants, 3 to 4 feet. $2.26 for 10, $16.00 per 100. LADY GAY. A seedling from the popular Crimson Rambler, which it resembles in habit and general effect. The flowers are of a delicate cherry-pink color, which fades to soft white. Strong plants, field-grown, $2.26 for 10, $16.00 per 100. Baby Rambler Roses BABY DOROTHY. The Pink Baby Rambler, and bound to find favor where the Baby Ramblers are popular. $1.78 for 10, $16.00 per 100. BABY RAMBLER (Mme. Norbert Levavasseur) strong field-grown plants, $1.-5 for 10, $15.00 per 100. ARTHUR T. BODDINCTON SEEDSMAN, 342 West 14th Street, NEW YORK LEESLEY BROS. Ornamental Trees, Shrubs and Hardy Plants Wholesale Catalogue Free Upon AppHcatioD N. 40111 and Pelirsoi tie., CHICAGO, ILL. Box Trees «.d othtr EVERGREENS tor Tubs »°d Boies Oqf Prices are Always Rlf^ht — Catalog Free THE NEW ENGLAND NURSERIES, Inc. TREES THAT GROW Appfeg 6c, Peach 5c, Plum l2c Cherry 15C. Best quality, gootl bearers, graited stocU.not seedlings. ConcorJ Grapes $2.50 per 10 J Forest Tree Seed lings $1.00 per 1,000 up. Wi pay tUe freiKlit plete line ^elable, Flow^er and Tarm Seeds. Our arge iilustraled cat- alogue free. Also tree iample pacl^et of "New Coreless" Tomato, the best of all tomatp*^s. German Nurseries, BoK 236. Beatrice, Nob. of A Fe'w Left the Nevir Da^vson Rambler Roses DAYBREAK and LADY DUNCAN 3 year old Plants $1 eacb, $10 per doz. A Large Stock of Choice Conifers, Deciduous Trees and Shrubs and Hardy Herbaceous Perennials EASTERN NURSERIES. JAMAICA. PLAIN, MASS. KENRY S. DAWSON Manager American Grown Roses Fruit and Ornamental Trees, Shrubs, Small Fruits, Clematis, Evergreens. W. & T. SMITH CO. Geneva. N. Y. Write for Trade List. A SPECIALTY TheDingee&GonardCoMfove HOLLAND NURSERJES Best Hardy Rhododendron*. Azaleas, Conifers, Clematis, H. P. Roses, Shrubs, and Herba- ceous Plants. PniTWrDV^rDV 216Jiui,8t.,W«luwkeiiHKtt. . UUnCiIVIWEiIVA., p. 0. No. l.Hobokm, N. J. December 25, 1909 HOKTl CULTU RE. NEW YORK BOTANICAL QAkDEN. 913 Notes from the Arnold Arboretum Though the number of new Chinese trees and shrubs mentioned and described in these notes during this year is very large, it includes by no means all of the new introductions. The numerous species belonging to well- known genera as Salix, Prunus, Pyrus, Malus, Sorbus, Photinia, Fraxinus, Quercus, Betula, Eosa, Tilia, Jug- lans, Hydrangea and many others, also many species belonging to genera mentioned in the previous issues, have not yet been noted, chiefly for the reason that we are not sure of their correct names. As most of these Chinese plants are represented only by young seedlings we do not know much of them from a horticultural point of view except that we can gain some idea of their ornamental features from the her- barium specimens and the descriptions, but of their be- havior in cultivation and of their hardiness in our cli- mate we know little or nothing. Even this meagre in- formation shows us that our gardens will be enriched by a large number of highly ornamental plants, some of types not yet represented in our gardens, some simi- lar to kinds already in cultivation, but possibly superior in some way to the cultivated species; some, as the new Rhododendrons, Deutzias, Spireas and others will fur- nish valuable material for developing new types by hy- bridization, and in the case of some Himalayan species in cultivation for a long time, the Chinese forms re- cently introduced have proved hardier than the plants from the Himalayas. In the coming year we may expect many of the new introduction to bloom for the first time and besides we shall have the experience of this winter which will give us valuable hints about the hardiness of these plants. Furthermore we shall now be able to name even those plants which have not yet flowered, as the extensive her- barium collections brought together by Mr. Wilson are now being put in order by him and will soon be avail- able for study and for the determination of the names. The numbers of the herbarium specimens correspond with the seed numbers and thus we can find in our her- barium fruiting and in most cases also flowering speci- mens of the young seedling plants and these will en- able us to name the plants. Besides collecting the her- barium specimens Mr. Wilson took a large number of photographs showing the trees and other plants in their native habitat and this gives us a good idea how the trees will look at full maturity. The notes from the Arnold Arboretum will be re- sumed as soon as in spring the first of the new intro- ductions begin to bloom and the effects of the past win- ter are discernible. These future notes will with the other information then available do much more justice to horticultural interests than it has been possible dur- ing the last year. Ardisia crenulata This splendid tree or shrub is no doubt the best berried plant we have for the Christmas holidays. Its nice dark green shiny foliage makes a fine setting for its rich red berries, and for decorative purposes it is superior even to the red-berried solanums. Another point in its favor is its great keeping qualities. I have known a plant to keep in good condition, in an ordinary living room, for over two years, meanwhile retaining one crop of berries until another had grown and ripened. The genus is quite large, but it is very seldom we see any varieties except A. crenulata, it being considered far superior to any of the others, for florists' purposes. A. crenulata is of easy culture, although of some- what slow growth. It is nearly always propagated from .=eed, but I believe a plant can be had more quickly and better from a cutting. Quito often when a plant is over three years old, it gets bare of foliage and rather "leggy." It is the custom of many to root the bushy top by gird- ling as described in my article on Codiaeums. These plants from which the tops have been removed, are ex- cellent for getting cuttings from and they will break quite readily if placed in a good warm close atmosphere. The wood should be half ripened before being placed in the cutting bed, which is better to be rather tight, and having a top and bottom temperature of seventy degrees. If these conditions are followed, cuttings will root in a month, after which they should be transferred to small pots. The potting material should be a rather sandy loam, to which about a fourth of broken charcoal has been added. As the plant increases in size and vigor, the potting material may be enriched by adding about a fifth of sheep manure. If quick growth is desired, the plants should be kept in a moist, humid, atmosphere, the temperature being sixty-five to seventy at night. The advantage of a cutting over a seedling will be quickly seen, the cutting branching quite near the pot, whereas the seedling will grow a few inches of stem first. As soon as the plants begin to show signs of flowering, they should be given more air, and wetting overhead should be avoided until the berries are well set, also during the summer months the glass should be slightly shaded to prevent the leaves from burning. About October 1st the berries will be well developed, and the plants may be removed to a light sunny green- house, the night temperature being from fifty to fifty-five degrees, giving occasional waterings with manure water. These, with a little Clay's fertilizer once in three weeks, will produce fine colored berries, and add a glisten to the foliage. I may here add that it will do no harm to the plants to let them occasionally get on the dry side ; this will prevent the leaves from turning yellow, which they are liable to do if kept wet all the time. The large brown scale is the worst of the insect pests that bother Ardisias. To prevent, we find that sterilizing the soil helps, but if the plants get affected we use a two-inch potful of ker- osene to three gallons of water, keeping well agitated while applying the mixture to the plants with a "Stott nozzle." If this is done once in two weeks, syringing the plants next day with clean water, one will soon erad- icate the scale. \Nest Medford, Mass. 914 HORTICULTURE December 25, 1909 HORTICULTURE. TOL. Z DECEMBER 25, 1909 NO. 26 PUBLISHED WEEKLY BY HORTICULTURE PUBLISHING CO. 11 Hamilton Place, Boston, Mass. Telephone, Oxford tQS WM. J. STEWART, Editor and Manager SUBSCRIPTION PRICK On* Year.ioadTaaee, $1.00: To Poreien CouDtri»,$3.eo; To Canada, $i.)a ADVERTISINO RATES Par Inch, 90 iochei to page $x.ee. DlacouBti GO Contract! for consecutive insertion!, as follows: One month (4 tioies) 5 per cent. ; three months (13 times) 10 per coat.: ■I> months (s6 times) 30 per cent. : one year (S3 times) 30 per cent. Page and half page spaces, special rates on application. WttWred as seeond-clui matter December 8, 1904, at the Post Office a> Bostoa, Mass under the Act of Congress of March 3, 1879. CONTENTS Page COVER ILLUSTRATION— Railroad Station Gardening. NOTES FROM THE ARNOLD ARBORETUM— Alfred Rehder 913 ARDISIA CRENULATA— Geo. F. Stewart 913 TRANSATLANTIC NOTES— Frederick Moore 915 SWEET PEA NOTES— John Horn 915 NEWS OF THE CLUBS AND SOCIETIES: Connecticut Horticultural Society — Royal Horticul- tural Society — Gardeners' and Florists' Club of Boston — J. W. Duncan, portrait — Horticultural So- ciety of New York 916 Elberon Horticultural Society — Pittsburgh Florists' and Gardeners' Club — New Jersey Ploricultural So- ciety— Wm. Reid, portrait 917 Minneapolis State Horticultural Society — ^Nassau County Horticultural Society — Massachusetts Hor- ticultural Society — Iowa State Horticultural Society • — Pennsylvania Horticultural Society 918 Rochester Commercial Florists' Association — Amer- ican Rose Society — Maryland State Horticultural Society 919 Society of American Florists — New Orleans Horti- cultural Society— That Nashua Trip, Gustave Thom- men — Club and Society Notes 920 THREE NEW CHRYSANTHEMUMS— Illustrated .922 HORTICULTURE IN FRANCE 922 RAILROAD GARDENING — Illustrated— Paul Huebner, portrait 924 A GLIMPSE OF CALIFORNIA 924 SEED TRADE: The Canners and Their Allies — Postage on Sealed Seed Packets — Danish Cabbag'e Seed Crop — Notes from Lompoc — Notes 926 OF INTEREST TO RETAIL FLORISTS: Washington — Steamer Departures — New Flower Stores 928 "Orders Promptly Executed" — Illustration — Flowers by Telegraph 929 FLOWER MARKET REPORTS: Boston, Chicago, Detroit 931 Indianapolis, New York, Philadelphia 933 MISCELLANEOUS: New Orleans Notes 921 Personal 921 Fire Record 922 Parcel Post Advocated 925 Proposed Flower Show at Lincoln, Neb 925 Catalogues Received 926 Patents Granted 926 News Notes 927 Incorporated 928 Chicago Notes 938 Portland's Roses — Illustrated — F. J. Koch 940 Publications Received 940 Greenhouses Building or Contemplated 941 HoRTicuLTDRE extends the compliments of Merry the season to its rapidly increasing family Christmas of readers and advertisers hoping they will enjoy the holiday season to the fullest ex- tent ; to those, as well, who are still outside the family, hoping that they will promptly recognize the wisdom of getting within the lines ; to the profession at large, gar- dener, florist, nurseryman and seedsman, wherever his lot may be cast, hoping that everyone will have the wherewithal to procure that rare luxury of these days — a big turkey — and the keen appetite and good digestion wliich is due such a bird on such an occasion. We wish to record our approval of the Get busy appeal on behalf of the adoption of a for parcel post parcel post system, which the Connect- icut Horticultural Society has issued and which is published in full in this issue. Every line should carry conviction to the reader. It is a matter of common knowledge that the opposition of the big ex- press monopoly is primarily responsible for the present conditions which place the American public at the mercy of those companies. If it be true, as asserted that the annual deficit of $20,000,000 in the post office depart- ment is attributable largely to the fact that the rail- road companies get about four times as much for the transfer of low-class mail matter as they do for com- mercial merchandise, it would seem that it is about time for the people to wake up and do something. We don't forget the lame excuse advanced by the attorney for the United States Express Co. when the S. A. F. had that concern before the Interstate Commerce Commission, that they were forced to charge exorbitant rates to their customers because of the exorbitant rates they were obliged to pay the railroads ! As to what the parcel post privilege has done for horticulture in France, since its extension to shipments of cut flowers, our readers will find something worth reading and thinking about in our notes on the growth of French horticulture, which appear in another column of this paper. Two subjects are disturbing the peace of Paying mind of the florists around Boston at the the piper present time. One is the avowed purpose of the Framingham board of assessors to levy a tax upon the stock of the flower growers and nur- serymen of that town. The other is the failure of the Board of Public Works of Woburn to allow the horti- culturists the benefit of the low water rates which man- ufacturing concerns enjoy. As to the Framingham af- fair we presume the proposed levy is in the nature of an "emergency" tax. The good people of Framingham allowed a dishonest town treasurer to steal $150,000 of their funds and the amount must be made good some- how. Local florists, believing their growing stock is not legally taxable, do not take kindly to this proposed move on the part of the assessors and some have already engaged counsel to act in their behalf and defend their position. We have no opinion to advance on the merits of the case but will say that we are very sorry to see any additional burdens of any kind placed upon our horticul- tural industries. We fear, however, that this Framing- ham affair is only a beginning — a sort of entering wedge — and that this movement to mulct the florist to the limit is liable to prove a "rapid propagator." The popular opinion of the florists' affluence is well-known to our readers. Perhaps a little less display of automo- biles and a little less newspaper rant about "harvests" and holiday profits, might tend to put off for a time the day of reckoning. December 25, 1909 HORTICULTURE 915 Trans-Atlantic Notes SOME UNCOMMON EOSES The cultivation of roses in pots has diminished some- what, but it still forms an important branch of the florists' work and can now show a revival, in the in- creased attention paid to pot roses. The plants are more useful to the private gardener who possesses a limited space for his plants ; and they are portable, a matter that is unthinkable with plants grown on benches without pots. At one time pot culture was a paying business, but since imported blooms have become cheap, only such varieties as grow and bloom well in pots are now grown. The raisers of new varieties have brought into commerce some of great excellence, the forcing of which maty begin in October, if the previous culture has been of the right kind. Forcing in the earlier stages must be very slow and then by the end of December fine flowers are obtainable. Naturally, most of the varieties chosen should be the popular favorites in regard to color and shape; and the florist should choose such as do not readily drop their petals when sent to a distance. Of varieties not plentiful in gardens at the present time mention may be made of Elsie von Schwichow, a H. T. which is really a new Caroline Testout in habit and other properties except that the bud is longer and the color a different one — red carmine. It is mildly fra- grant. The flower is good for every purpose, and may be forced early much more willingly than C. Testout. TJeichskanzler, H. T. an extraordinarily large flower of a rose tint with a silvery glimmer, in form full, and with the fragrance, of La France, is suitable for every pur- pose, retaining its shape to the last, and is always long- stemmed. The plant succeeds in middling heavy soil, and is 8 days in advance of all other H. T. Whether this variety is identical with Otto von Bismarck which some persons assert it is, remains to be proved. Mrs. E. G. Hill, H. T. is a flower of alabaster white and blush — a rare color, a pretty bud, full form and good fragrance ; an excellent variety for cutting, requiring stiff rich soil. Mrs. Aaron Ward, H. T. a magnificent yellow flower of moderate size, deliciously fragrant, graceful shape, very enduring and for this reason it bears traveling without loss of petals. An excellent variety for forcing. Mad. P. Varin Bernier, T., light yellow, partially double with a strong fragrance. Fine large buds. The flowers if cut should be in the bud stage. The rose makes a fine subject for pot culture. PERPETUAL FI.OWEEING CARNATION SOCIETY The Horticultural Hall, Westminster, in which an ex- hibition of winter flowering carnations was held on Wednesday, December 8, was made very gay with these charming flowers. There appeared to be considerable improvement in the quality of the flowers, and a few new colors were seen. American carnations introduced since 1907 had a class to themselves, namely one of three vases with 13 blooms in each; and the first prize — a challenge cup — presented by the American Carnation Society was awarded to Bell & Sheldon, Castel Nursery, Guernsey, Pink Delight, May Day and Winona being among the varieties shown. First prize for a group of 12 varieties was taken by C. F. Waters of Deanlands, Balcombe, who staged very choice flowers of Eose Dore, Mrs. C. Knopf, Euby, Mrs. M. A. Patten, Mikado, and others. In the color classes first for 25 white was taken by W. H. Lancashire, with Perfection; first for 25 sal- mpn fell to W. H. Lancashire for Eose Dore ; Bell & Sheldon were first in cerise with Afterglow. Carnation Mary Vilden shown by Blackmore & Langdon, received an award of merit. A considerable number of carna- tions growing in pots formed an interesting feature of the show. London, Eng. Sweet Pea Notes The trials and troubles of all sweet pea growers for 1909, wiU soon be forgotten, but at the same time many will be greatly benelited by the experience gained and a littk- retrospect will, perhaps, be acceptable to all in- tending growers for 1010. The sowing period was anything but favorable, cold and wet land working disastrously against earlv sown seed, especially the white varieties, many blanks oc- curring because of the seeds' rotting. With this difficult}' over another and more serious stumbling block to the production of good sweet peas had to be contented with. I refer to the demon Drought, which perhaps is the most serious enemy the grower has to face Weeks of scorching sun retarded the growth of the halum, reducing the length of stem and greatly shortening tlie blooming period. This condition must impress upon all the real neces- sity of deep and thorough cultivation, accompanied by their sowing and facilities for giving the plants a periodical drenching (to the roots) with weak liquid manure ■\\ater. A? to the best varieties to come through the trying season none did better here than Frank Dolby, which \vithout doubt is the finest lavender up to date, its strong constitution, largo blooms and long stems making it a most desirable variety. Coming to white, none pleases better than Nora Unwin. Grown side by side with that standard variety, Dorothy Eckford, a decided improve- ment is noticeable. For the first time, here, T'rimrose Spencer came true to color, growing strongly on stout, long stems, with large blooms, stamping it as a variety which has come to stay. Helen Lewis is still one of the best of its color and it can be highly recommended for its sturdy habit and long stem. The bright, large, clear pink of the Countess of Spencer characterizes it as still head and shoulders above any other of the vSpencer varieties which are becoming as prolific on the market as the introducer (W. Atlee Burpee) is becoming famous on both sides of the water. We are looking forward with no little expectancy to see how these new varieties pan out in the coming season. Again we cannot overlook the merits of the two leading scarlets, viz. Queen Alexandra and Lving Edward, which have been subjected to thorough trial and are still gaining in popularity as the best scarlet varieties up to date. I cannot conclude these short notes without a word of praist to the new variety introduced last year — Apple Blossom — which is surely one of the best doers, with enormous blooms on giant stems. It is worthy of a trial by every grower. I hope to supplement these notes nearer the next Bowing period. s=AW M-^fK Westerly, E. I. 916 HORTICULTURE December 25, 1909 NEWS OF THE CLUBS AND SOCIETIES CONNECTICUT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. The annual meeting of this Society was held at the County Building, Hartford, on the 10th instant; and the following officers were elected, to serve for the ensuing year: Presi- dent, John F. Huss, Hartford; first vice-president, Thomas W. Pagan, New Britain; second vice-president, J. Vidbourne, Hartford; third vice-presi- dent, C. O. Purinton, Hartford; sec- retary, George W. Smith, Melrose; treasurer, W. W. Hunt, Hartford; librarian, William T. Hall, Hartford; botanist and professor of vegetable physiology, George W. Smith; pomo- logist, C. H. Sierman, Hartford; executive committee, J. M. Adams, J. A. Weber, C. A. Helfricht, Francis RouUer, of Hartford; W. H. Shum- way, of Berlin. It is expected that vice-presidents for the several counties other than Hartford county will be elected at the next meeting. The treasurer's report showed the Society to be in a flourishing financial condition; and the secretary reported that the present membership, 14S, is the ;iir:;est that the organization has ever had, to his knowledge. Presi- dent Huss, in a comprehensive writ- ten statement, reviewed the principal events in our history, and the salient features o£ our work, during the year past, and urged all to labor for greater triumphs in the year just about to commence. A leading feature of the meetirg was the exhibition, by J. A. Weber, gardener for Walter L. Goodwin, of a half cozen beautiful and thrifty Poin- settias in pots, bearing gorgeous red bracts. Mr. Weber was awarded a certificate of merit. A short discussion ensued concern- ing methods of extermination of the white fly. It was hoped that the new insectcide, Aphine, would prove effec- tive in this direction. At a previous meeting, the secre- tary was appointed a committee to draft resolutions in favor of the parcel post, and to present them for con- sideration by the Society. In pur- suance of this request, the resolutions of approval were unanimously adopted, ■with a vote that a copy thereof be sent to the president of the United States, to the postmaster general, to each Connecticut congressman, and to each of the Hartford daily news- papers. ROYAL HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY OF LONDON. Some Orchid Awards. At the Dec. 7th meeting of the Royal Horticultural Society, a first-class cer- tificate was awarded for Cypripedium Alcibiades Illustris (C. M. de Kurt x C. Leeanum giganteum) a glorious flower. Award of merit for Cypriped- ium Lion (C. Boadicea x C. Sallieri Hyeanuni.) Both the above named were shown by F. Sander & Son. GARDENERS' AND FLORISTS' CLUB OF BOSTON. The last monthly meeting was held on December 21, and as there was a considerable amount of business no special lecture was provided, but Prof. White of the Massachusetts Horticul- tural College at Amherst gave a short address on the objects of the college and explained the different subjects which the students are expected to un- dertake. His remarks were very prac- tical and received abundant applause. Several new members were elected. The election of officers was the prin- cipal business and after a ballot had been taken the result was as follows: President, .John W. Duncan; vice-presi- dent, Peter M. Miller; secretary, W. N. Craig; treasurer, Edward Hatch. Of the several nominations for the execu- tive committee the following were chosen: Messrs. W. E. Fischer, J. P. .\. Guerineau, Thos. Pegler and H. E Fiske. Some very interesting exhibits were before the members and specially note- J. W. UUN'CAN worthy was a collection of Zonale Pel- argoniums from Secretary Craig. The best varieties were Richmond Beauty, Emile Zola, .1. R. Barrie, Mrs. Brown Potter, Florence Leeds, Jacquerie — a. very fine crimson; Lucania — an ex- tremely good salmon pink, and Max- ine Koralevski — a beautiful salmon rose. The twenty-four bunches all showed evidence of high culture. P. W. Fletcher exhibited Lopezia miniata — a pretty greenhouse plant with coral- red flowers. A variety of well-grown calanthes came from Duncan Pinlay- son. Roses In variety came from Eber Holmes, Montrose, and a splendid vase of carnation May Day from Peter Fisher. President Downs announced that the annual banquet will be held on January 27. It was urged that more members take advantage of the Landscape class and, if necessary, a sum of $50 will be devoted to It. HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY OF NEW YORK. The regular monthly meeting of the society was held at the American Mu- seum of Natural History, on Wednes- day, December 8th, 1909, at 4 p. m. The lecture announced for the day was delivered by Mr. William Solotaroft: "Shade Trees in Cities." Mr. Solota- roff is connected with the Shade Tree Commission of East Orange, N. J., and is well qualified to speak upon this subject, as the following abstract of his lecture will make evident: The speaker opened his remarks by saying that upon the arrival here of the first settlers in this country, the first idea had been to procure a shelter and obtain ground for the raising of crops. These being the main and es- sential things, the preservation of trees, in the laying out of their vil- lages and towns, had not been consid- ered of importance. This habit, thus engendered, had grown with the peo- ple, and it was only comparatively re- cently that the necessity of trees in cities has been appreciated. For the city is not only a place of commerce, but it is largely made up of homes, and anything which adds to its beauty, which trees certainly do, increases the value of its property. The tree, there- fore, as an essential thing in the city is being recognized, and it is also be- coming evident that the trees in a city must not be left to the care of the in- dividual, but must be pladed under the charge of the city itself. If left to the individual there will be many kinds of trees on the same street, a condition usually to be avoided; they will be planted in different ways and at un- • equal distances; the pruning will not be properly done, nor the trees syste- matically treated for insect and fungus pests. To insure uniformity in the planting of trees and their proper maintenance after planting, it is neces- sary to place the whole matter under oflScial control. In cities where this has been done for many years, nota- bly, for example, in Washington, D. C, the results are most satisfactory. To insure this uniform result the street must be treated as a unit; that is, only one species of tree must be employed, and the pruning must be done with a definite aim in view; to provide shade without obstructing the sidewalks or roadways, interfering with the view, or preventing the free circulation of the air. It was the state of New Jersey which first recognized the necessity of vesting this power in a central body, and in 1893 that state enacted a law, a local option law, for the planting and care of shade trees. Passaic was the first city to adopt this law. New- ark followed, and the third city to make it active was East Orange. There are now 22 cities in New Jersey which have shade tree commissions. So successful have these commissions been that other states and cities have followed the example thus set them, the state of Pennsylvania exacting a similar law in 1907. The lecturer then exhibited a series of lantern slides, showing streets in various cities, planted as they should and should not be. The illustrations were certainly convincing. A number December 25, 1909 HORTICULTURE 917 of the views were taken in Wasliing- ton, D. C, the spealver remarking tlaat it was the abundance of fine shade trees and the care used in their selec- tion and planting which made that such a beautiful city. One street shown was planted entirely, with the American elm. In Indiana Avenue the oriental plane, Platanus orientalis, had been used, the lecturer speaking in the highest terms of this as a street shade tree. The American linden had been assigned to Massachusetts Avenue. We were then taken to his home city, East Orange, by the speaker by means of slides showing some of his own work. The results achieved in a few years were cer- tainly most gratifying. The work has been accomplished economically, at a small expense per capita. Mr. Solotarotf here remarked upon the importance o£ the choice of trees in street-planting. The desire was often for a rapidly growing tree, at the sacrifice of other more desirable qualities. The Carolina poplar was often selected on account of its rapid growth, but it was not recommended by the speaker, as its roots soon per- vaded everything, filling drain pipes, lifting pavements, and becoming a nuisance generally. The soft maple was also condemned as being un- desirable. The oaks were highly recommended, especially the red and pin oaks. A slide was exhibited of 12th St., in Washington, planted with red oaks, which, the speaker said, should be an inspiration to every tree- lover. The prejudice against the oaks was laid by the speaker to the fact that trees of this^ind were often taken directly from the woods. This is a severe test for any tree, and especially for the oaks, as the feeding roots are a long way from the base of the stem, and are all left in the ground when the tree is dug up. In nursery-grown trees this difficulty is overcome, the constant plowing and root-pruning to which they are sub- jected resulting in a ball of roots close to the stem, insuring a mass of feed- ing roots when the tree is trans- planted. A series of slides illustrated this point admirably. The subject of the pruning of trees was discussed. A fruit tree must be pruned to produce the greatest quan- tity of fruit; a lawn tree to preserve its odd or peculiar shape; but shade trees in streets must be pruned a uni- form height, and in such a manner as to make a compact top, at the same time retaining in so far as possible the natural habit and growth of the species. The proper methods of pruning were illustrated with lantern slides, a number portraying the dis- astrous results which follow pruning improperly done. Tree surgery was recommended for comparatively small wounds, but the speaker did not seem to feel so sure of it for large cavities. The pests of shade trees formed a part of the discussion. These the speaker divided into three classes. Those which feed upon the foliage, such as the caterpillar of the tussock moth; the borers, represented by the caterpillar of the leopard moth, and third, the scale insects, including the cottony scale. Methods of spraying were described, and several forms of spraying machines illustrated. The lecture aroused much interest. and at its close was freely discussed by Mr. Southwick, Mr. Troy, and others. ELBERON HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. The society held a meeting on Dec. 20th, '09, President Peter Murry in the chair. Chas. C. Dewild of Redbank, showed three seedling carnations. They scored as follows: white seed- ling, certificate of culture; red seed- ling, 73 points; pink seedling, 76. Arthur T. Boddington donated three medals, gold, silver and bronze for competition in points during the sea- son. In the report of the last meeting a misinformation in the date of the carnation night was made. It will be held on January 24th, 1910. ALEX FLEMING, Rec. Sec. WILLIAM REID. Secretary Elect, N. J. Floricultural Society. We present the portrait of the suc- cessful candidate for secretary of the William Reid New Jersey Floricultural Society. Hav- ing served his lime in one of the larg- est estates in Scotland. Mr. Reid emi- grated to this country in search of better fields, entering the estate of Mr. J. Brown of Flatbush, L. I., as head gardener, where he served until the death of his employer. He afterwards went to the large estate of Sidney and Austin Colgate, at Orange, N. J., where he now is. Mr. Reid is a good grower and highly esteemed by employers and and associates. NEW JERSEY FLORICULTURAL SOCIETY. The New Jersey Floricultural So- ciety of Orange, N. J., held its an- nual meeting on Friday last with a very large attendance. Flowers ex- hibited were numerous and attracted much attention. Albert Larson, gar- dener for Mr. A. B. Jenkins, exhibited a very fine seedling carnation of a light red color. A preliminary certificate was awarded for it. William Reid, gardener for Sidney and Austin Col- gate, showed a vase of carnation 0. P. Bassett, a magnificent flower and good stem, also a vase of White En- chantress, receiving a cultural certifi- cate for each. Max Snyder, gardener for Mr. Charles Hathaway, showed sweet peas, narcissus paper white and chrysanthemums, receiving a cultural certificate and two certificates of merit The following were unanimously elected officers for the ensuing year: President, Albert Larson; secretary, William Reid; vice-president, Deitrich Kindsgiab; treasurer, Walter Gray. The January meeting will be installa- tion night. PITTSBURGH FLORISTS' AND GARDENERS' CLUB. .\s usual of late at our club meet- ings, the attendance was large at the Dec. 7th meeting. On Nov. 11th there had been a joint meeting of all the committees at the Fort Pitt Hotel, having in charge the entertainment of the carnation convention, and a tenta- tive programme outlined. At the reg- ular meeting on the 7th the entertain- ment committee outlined, still tenta- tively and subject to revision, a smok- er with music, in the Grill room, for the first evening and a banquet and ladies' theatre party for the second evening. There is no doubt that the Fort Pitt Hotel will be the headquarters of the Convention; its size, convenient loca- tion, enterprising and liberal manage- ment, combining to put it at the head of Pittsburg hotels. At the November club meeting a committee had been named to consider the advisability of securing a site for and erecting a horticultural hall. Wm. Falconer, chairman of the committee, put several hard facts before the club for consideration, as to the difficulty of getting suitable ground and the ex- pense of the building. Mr. Negley, an- other member of the committee, said that this was not a horticultural sec- tion and the more he looked Into the matter the more obstacles he found. Other gentlemen also spoke, the gist of their remarks being that it was first necessary to form a society before seriously considering a location and the erection of a hall. And further, that the club might find ample scope for its energy and money in making its own organization stronger and more useful. On motion the commit- tee was discharged. The subject for consideration was, "Christmas Plants and Decorations," with a competitive display of plants suitable for Christmas decoration; also cypripediums. The judges, Wm. Fal- coner and J. A. Peterson, awarded first prize for Christmas plants to Jas. Wiseman, second prize to Frank Crook. First prize for three cypripediums to Frank Crook. They also awarded a cultural certifi- cate to Jas. Moore, foreman Phipps' Conservatories, for group of cypripe- diums and primroses; certificates of merit to Henry H. Negley for group of hybrid cypripediums, and to Jno. W. Jones for very fine group of bego- nias, poinsettias and cyclamen. A vase of fine seedling carnations was shown by the Finleyville Floral Co. The subject for the January meeting will be "Roses." H. P. JOSLIN, Secretary. 918 H ORTl CU LT U R £. December 25, 1909 MINNESOTA STATE HORTICUL- TURAL SOCIETY. The annual meeting of this society, held at Minneapolis, Dec. 7-10, was, as usual well attended. The old pioneers in Horticulture would not miss this meeting tor anything, and their sons and grandsons who attend go home with better knowledge after having taken part in the very interesting discussions followed the reading of valuable papers. The ever active president, Professor Sam B. Green of St. Anthony Park, opened the meeting with an address, urging the creation of a friendly re- lationship among the members, and Prof. Hansen of the Dept. of Horti- culture of South Dakota prophesied the production in the near future of a Minnesota winter apple, that will keep until the early apples are ripe and ready to be picked. Minnesota has at present summer, fall and late tall apples; apples which can hardly compare in size with the fruit from the far West, but are fully as good in color and far superior in flavor to any of the Western apples. The Society has offered a prize of $1000.00 for an apple of such keeping qualities. N. E. Chapman read a very able paper, glorifying the Minnesota straw- berry. Messrs. D. W. Valleau and F. J. Crider gave demonstrations in grafting and cross-pollination. At the plant breeders meeting, many eminent men participated. C. M. Loring, father of the Minneapolis Parks, offered two prizes of $100.00 and ?50.00 for the best Minnesota plums. In the oaEenient was a fruit ex- hibit consisting of over 1000 boxes and fruits raised in the Northwest. D. W. Longfellow, a Minneapolis commission merchant advocated the removal of the tariff on apples be- tween the U. S. and Canada. The Minnesota State Florists' Asso- ciation, an auxiliary to the Horticul- tural Society, held a meeting on Wednesday with Pres. Wirth in the chair. Polnsettias, cyclamens, aza- leas, chrysanthemums, primulas, car- nations, and all the standard varie- ties of roses were on exhibition and added considerably to make the hall attractive. Papers were read by C. J. Smith, Lakewood Cemetery; E. Meyer, nurseryman with the Minne- apolis park board, and others. In the afternoon the Woman's auxiliary held their meeting. At the election of officers Prof. Sam. B. Green of the State College of Agriculture was elected president for the third term. Other officers were chosen as follows: treasurer, George W. Strand, Taylor Palls: secretary, A. W. Latham, Minneapolis: executive board, Wynian Elliott. Minneapolis. Thomas E. Cashman, Owatonna. Seven members were given honor- ary life membership for long and meritorious service. Resolutions were unanimously adopted indorsing J. M. Underwood, Lake City, as candidate for the presidency of the State Agricultural Soc iety . C. N. RUEDLINGER. and yet at the opening the great church was well packed. The program in- cluded papers short and sharp, and to the point, followed by rattling com- ments and questions. This Society gathers under its wings all the affiliated societies of the state. When tlie time comes the chairman of each society conducts his own organization. Thus the rose society, plant breed- ers' association, forestry, womans' auxiliary, and the florists' association all have their places and the report of each meeting is published in the annual report of the parent society. In this way every body is interested. There are many progressive men in this society who are .engaged in producing new and hardy apples. The apple display was amazing. A thousand plates and boxes galore. Hundreds of choice seedlings were on exhibition. Experiments in top grafting on the hardy Hibernal and on the craos showed remarkable results. For in- stance the tender Jonathan and the luscious Grimes' Golden have been moved 200 miles north by being grafted on iron-clad stocks. One man brought 10 Missing Link apples from Illinois and lost every one. But he had taken the precaution to graft some scions on the Hibernal, and every graft lived and bore enor- mous crops. Some of the very finest specimens were from top worked fruit. From start to finish the four days were filled with good things, without a hitch or jar. C. S. HARRISON, Nebraska Delegate. The success of this Society is with- out precedent in all the annals of horticulture. It now has a member- ship of 3023, probably the largest in the world. It was about 10 below zero NASSAU COUNTY HORTICUL- TURAL SOCIETY. This Society held its regular month- ly meeting at Glencove, N. Y., Decem- ber 8th. President Everett occupied the chair. Members turned out in force to elect their officers for the ensuing year. Treasurer Brown in submitting his annual report gave a satisfactory account of the financial standing of the Society. Secretary Gant read a letter from .1. F. Huss, of Hartford. Conn., one of the judges at the fall show, complimenting the Society on the magnificent exhibition held last October. The points competition end- ed with P. Reul well in the lead. Mr. Reul exhibited a vase of gardenias this month which was awarded 91 2-3 points: V. Cleres and G- Wilson, Bego- nia Gloire de Lorraine, 89 and 85 1-3, respectively. P. Reul was awarded the gold medal with an aggregate of 1054 1-3 points; V. Cleres. silver medal, with 1035 1-3 points: G. Wilson, bronze medal, with 1031 1-3 points. V. Cleres was awarded cultural certificate for vase of carnations. A. Reidenbach, P. Reul, and H. Macdonald each staged nice exhibits which were awarded hon- orable mention. The officers elected for the coming year are: J. Duthie, president; E. Reidenbach, vice-president; E. J. Brown, treasurer; J. Ingram, recording secretary; O. Ador, corresponding sec- retary; executive committee, G. Wil- son, J. Everett, E. Barton. H. Gant, W. Eccles, J. Robinson. J. F. Johnson was appointed trustee for three years. A. Mackenzie, J. Duthie and J. Hollo- way acted as judges for the monthly exhibit. W. H. MACKENZIE, MASSACHUSETTS HORTICUL- TURAL SOCIETY. The inaugural meeting of the Massa- chusetts Horticultural Society for the year 1910 will be held at 12 o'clock, noon, on Saturday, January 1, at Hor- ticultural Hall, Boston. The business of the meeting will be the hearing of an inaugural address by the President, the report of the Board of Trustees, the reports of of- ficers, and the reports of the chairmen of the various committees. There will be a free exhibition of 7(10 photographs illustrating the flora, fauna, and scenery of central and western China, at Horticultural Hall, Boston, beginning Dec. 27, and last- ing two weeks. These photographs are the property of the Arnold Arboretum and were made by Mr. E. H. Wilson, the head of the Arboretum botanical explora- tion expedition during the years 1907- 1908. The collection is of great value and interest, for It contains the first pic- tures which have been made of the plants of western China, many of which are new to science. In addition to the botanical subjects there are pho- tographs of birds, animals, and objects of architectural and archaeological in- teiest. The exhibition will be open daily from 10 to 4 o'clock. WM. P. RICH, Secretary. IOWA STATE HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. The annual meeting and exhibition of this society was held at Des Moines on December 8 and 9. On the after- noon of Dec. S, the Iowa Florists' As- sociation had the flooi. Papers were read as follows: "Observations on Cladiolus," by G. D. Black of Inde- pendence; "Begouias," by C. W. Davi- son of Des Moines; "Carnations," Wil- liam Trillow of Des Moines: "Lilies," .lohn T. Temide of Davenport; "Hardy Perennials," J. T. D. Fulmer of Des .Moines; "Plants of Recent Introduc- tion Worthy of Further Trial," J. S. Wilson ot Des Moines. An evening session was held at whif-h Dr A. B. Dennis of Cedar Rap- ids spoke on "The Story of the Chest- nut," Eugene Secor of Forest City on "A (Jlimpse of Elysium," William Langham of Cedar Rapids on "Agri- culture in Our Public Schools," and \V. A. Burnap of Clear Lake on "Southern Florida." PENNSYLVANIA HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. The Pennsylvania Horticultural So- ciety held its annual meeting Tuesday night. All the officers were le-elected: President, C. B. Newhold; vice-presi- dents, H. F. Mlchell, J. G. Cassatt, Dr. J. Cheston Morris. Randall Morgan; treasurer, S. W. Keith; secretary, Dav- id Rust. The judges of vegetables at the Novemlier show made a report stating that they found Spanish on- ions, Lon.g Island cauliflower and stock grown under glass, among the exhibit. This report resulted in lively discussion as to proper rules to gov- ern such matters; and next year any such exhibits will be promptly dis- qualified. 'Vaughan's seed store madft a special offer of prizes for the ne"w December 25, 1909 HORTICULTURE 919 GREETINGS: " Time steals our YEARS ; But seals our FRIENDSHIPS truer Christmas Greetings and Sincere Good Wishes for the Coming Year M. Rice & Co. PHILADELPHIA, DEC. 25th, 1909. " M. RICE & CO. LEADING FLORISTS' SUPPLY HOUSE Of America 1220 RACE STREET Phila. A. H Deal sweet pea for the show nest June. Prizes were also offered by the Moore Seed Co. of PhiladelDhia, for Primula Chinensis for the January- meeting. All arrangements are com- pleted for the joint exhibition of the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, and the National Gardeners' Associa- tion, March 15, 16 and 17 next. A verj- good show is promised. Many exhibitors will be on hand from New York state and New England. Stringer, W. L. Keller and E. P. Wil- son. J. O. Pi-idmore, W. H. Dildine and C. H. Ogsten, who constitute the nom- inating committee, will report at the meeting of the association set for January 10th, at which time the an- nual election of officers will be held. ROCHESTER COMMERCIAL FLOR- ISTS' ASSOCIATION. About sixty of the members of the Rochester Commercial Florists' Asso- ciation met Dec. 13, in the store of James Vicks' Sons. Dr. Algernon S. Crapsey addressed the members on "Vacant Lot Gardening," and the as- sociation adopted a resolution com- mending the work of the Vacant Lot Commission and pledging it support. President F. W. Vick presided. The committee appointed some time ago to select suitable association rooms announced that such rooms had been rented in the Cutler building and that they would be ready for occu- pancy by the beginning of the new year. The committee was composed of E. S. Osborne and J. W. Keller. A committee to superintend the furnishing of the rooms, consisting of George B. Hart, Charles H. Vick, R. G. Salter and E. S. Osboine, was ap- pointed. A committee to revise the constitution and by-laws of the asso- ciation was appointed. It is expected that the changes will make provision for the reception of members who are not commercially allied to the associa- tion. The committee includes H. B. AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY. The fame of the American Rose So- ciety is spreading to the ends of the earth. The people in New Zealand have heard of the last Bulletin and write from Wellington in behalf of their parks, tor a copy. The Bulletin, giving the doings at the Buffalo Exhibition and transac- tions during the year, will be ready for mailing about Christmas. We had an inquiry from one of the private gardeners at Madison, N. J., who prom- ises to make an entry for the prize for Pot Grown Roses. At the Chicago Exhibition Vaughan's Seed Store made a show in that class ■which took the Ladies' prize for its general attractiveness. In the great city there are thousands of places where pot plants may be tended with much attention and made a thing of real beauty. In the metropolis of America, there is no place for large or even small gardens, but there are tens of thousands of places where a pot rose or two may be placed and we want this fact known on behalf of the Horticultural Society of New York, whose aim is to reach the people in an educational way and thus afford encouragement to the men who make their living by raising and selling flowers. We expect to send out an ad- ditional list of prizes next week. BENJAMIN HAMMOND, Sec'y. MARYLAND STATE HORTICUL- TURAL SOCIETY. This society at its meeting in Balti- moie last week, elected the following named officers: President, R. Vin- cent, Jr.; vice-president, J. S. Harris; secretary-treasurer, C. P. Close; local vice-presidents, C. L. Seybold, George Morrison; executive board, the officers and E. P. Cohill, W. I. Walker and J W. Kerr. There was a very fine exhibition in connection with the meeting — said to have been the best on record. Among the principal exhibitors were: R. Vin- cent. Jr., & Sons Co., John Cook, H. A. Dreer, H. F. Michell Co., H. Weber & Sons Co. and J. G. Harrison & Sons. APHINE The new insecticide dis- covery that kills plant lice of every species. Effective indoors and outdoors. Send for Descriptive Cir- cular. George E. Ta'madge, Inc. MADISON, N.J. 920 HORTICULTURE December 25, 1909 SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTI- CULTURISTS. A Few Words to the Members. As the year is fast drawing to a close, I hope you will not feel it an infliction if I address a tew words to you before stepping down and out. The most noteworthy work accom- plished by our Society during the year is the securing of a revision of the tariff in relation to bulbs. The duty Is now based upon the number and not the value of the bulbs. This is sim- ple, tends to the importation of a bet- ter average grade and does away with the accusations of sharp practices by removing the Inducement and the op- portunity. Under the old arrange- ment the honest importer was handi- capped but now he starts from scratch. This alone is much but it is signifi- cant of more. It means that this So- ciety has been able to secure attention In the halls of Congress and still more to have it apparent that the weight of its influence is cast on the side of honest and upright methods. Now that the Society has accomplished so much in this direction let us make it a continuing habit to do things that need doing. What about those florists who are not members? When they realize that efforts are constantly being made to secure results that will benefit them, there are few of them that will not contribute their portion of the expense. Each present member should start the new year right by getting a new mem- ber. Tell your friends that the next Presi- dent was one of the men who spent their own money and went to Wasn- Ington and produced results. It is safe to predict that still greater results will be "the outgrowth of his administration. The retailers are going to be with us at the next convention. They are already knocking at the door by scores, for we are showing them that there is something inside that is worth coming after. The committee in charge of that movement is actively at work. My personal thanks are due to every vice-president who has done his duty and nearly all of them have. Some few of them seem to have overlooked the fact that when they accept an ap- pointment they thereby incur "an obli- gation to work for the society that honors them. To the members of the different com- mittees I acknowledge a debt of grati- tude for the hard work they have done and the results secured. To Mr. Rudd, the efficient secretary. Is largely due the credit for the ad- vance the Society has made during the past year. His years of experience with the Society have made his coun- sel invaluable and I have frequently profited by his advice. The Society is larger and richer than ever before. Let us work together the coming year and see if we can not greet President Pierson with a mem- bership of two thousand at Rochester Instead of one thousand as at Cincin- nati. Reports indicate an unusually pros- perous condition in all parts of the country and the outlook for the imme- diate future is very encouraging, but history should teach us that booms are followed by depressions. Let us, therefore, use present profits in a con- servative manner so that if hard times should come in two or three years, we will have money in the bank instead of ranges of new glass that are not yet paid for. With a cordial Christmas Greeting for every one of you, I am. Enthusiastically yours, J. A. VALENTINE, President S. A. F. and O. H. President Valentine has appointed Mr. John K. M. L. Farquhar of Boston, as chairman of a Committee on Feder- ation and Affiliation of Amateur So- cieties. This appointment is made in pur- suance of a recommendation by Presi- dent Valentine at Cincinnati, and en- dorsed and ordered put into effect by vote of the Society. W. N. RUDD, Secretary. December 17, 1909. NEW ORLEANS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. The regular monthly meeting of this Society was held on the 16th inst. There was a good attendance of the growers, but the retail representation was meagre owing to a business rush. The committee appointed to select a site for a new clubhouse ran against a snag. It appears that the New Or- leans Land Company have bought a large tract of land including that where it was proposed to build the new clubhouse, and have already com- menced alterations and improvements to make a fine residential section of it. The Mayor, however, came to the rescue. The city is reclaiming another section of the lake front in the neigh- borhood and a site has been promised them as soon as improvements are completed. The committee was con- tinued with power. The tables were filled with a beau- tiful display of foliage and flowering plants. Abele Bros, exhibited Begonia Pres, Taft. Richard Eichling, grower for U. J. Virgin, had azaleas and cro- tons and a nice collection of smaller plants suitable for baskets, all well grown, also a fine specimen Adiantum O'Brienii. The Metairie Ridge Nurs- ery Co. had beautiful specimens of Begonias Gloire de Lorraine, Lons- dale's Pink and Pres. Taft, ardisias well berried, heaths, Epacris pallu- dosa, poinsettias, Adiantums Farley- ense and Croweanum and Dracaena terminalis. J. A. Newsham had a fine specimen of Cattleya Trianae alba, cut blooms of C. Trianae and Odontoglos- sum grande, the individual flowers of the latter measuring seven inches. E. Baker, an old and hijghly valued member of the Society, was congratu- lated on his appointment as superin- tendent of the new Parking Commis- sion which will have hereafter full con- trol of all tree planting in the streets of the city. Mr. Baker, in thanking the Society, showed where the new commission would be a help to the nurserymen. The work of incorporat- ing is progressing favorably. THAT VISIT TO NASHUA. A Word from One of the Seventy-Five. Gardeners and florists, like most other people, all like to see a sunny, cloudless day, a day without squalls and sudden changes, sudden drops or rises in temperature or any untoward events, which would prevent us from enjoying it to its utmost. The same applies to our inner nature, when we set out to enjoy ourselves, either sing- ly or in company of congenial souls. We like to look back to such a day with pleasure and we see ourselves and others in a better light, it no shadow of discomfort falls across our memory of such a day. There are too many dull and dis- agreeable days in our lives, as it Is, and a well and pleasantly spent day will greatly help us to forget the others and at the same time make us look forward to anticipate and wish for more of the same kind. The excursion of the Gardeners' and Florists' Club of Boston to Nashua on December 11 certainly was one of the sunshiny sort all over. Glorious sun and fresh crisp air, all day; a jolly, big crowd of jolly men; lots of things, new and old, in fine condition, to be seen and to cap it all, a trio of hosts whose hospitality it would be a severe task to excel, tried to outdo each other in making it pleasant and worth while for their brother florists and garden- ers, and certainly succeeded. GUSTAVE THOMMEN Rillerica. Mass. Notes. The Utica Florists' Club held an ex- hibition and later a dinner on the evening of December S. Guests were present from Little Falls, Ilion, Can- astota and Rome. The Springfield (0.) Florists' Club is considering the advisability of hold- ing an annual flower show. At Its regular meeting on Monday evening, Dec. 13, at the office of the Good & Reese Company, with President Roger Miirphey in the chair, an informal dis- cussion was had on the subject of the great annoyance and frequent exces- sive over-charges in connection with importations of stock from Holland. The Engelmann Botanical Club of St. Louis held its monthly meeting at the Central High School in Botani- cal Laboratory Hall last week. The program included the nomination of 1910 officers and a talk by Mr. Henry Stark, with illustrated lantern pictures on "Nature Photography" from both the technical and the practical stand- point. W. W. Ohlweiler, secretary, in- vited all local florists to be present at this meeting. A. C. Mattaz, of Hardin, won the first prize in the sweepstakes offered by the Illinois State Horticultural So- ciety for the best collection of apples grown in Illinois, exhibited at Cham- Ijaign, Dec. 17. The society, which held its annual convention at the Uni- versity of Illinois, elected officers as follows: President, R. O. Graham, of Normal; vice-president, F. D. Vories, of Neoga; secretary, W. B. Lloyd, of Kinmundy: treasure)-, J. W. Stanton, of Rich View. December 25, 1909 HORTICULTURE 921 NEW ORLEANS NOTES. The Holiday Supply. The mercury the past week got down to 32 degrees, but did not injure the tender plants even. About two cool nights followed by the same number of warm, rainy ones is the way the weather man has been serving it up of late. The outlook for Christmas is good. Certainly there never was such a fine and varied collection of flower- ing and foliage plants offered for sale in this city before, and if all goes as expected all hands will rejoice. Miscellaneous. Abele Bros, are propagating a white perpetual phlox and expect to have enough to offer it to the trade in the spring. J. A. Newsham has installed a new ice box in his show room. The Metairie Ridge Nursery Co. have made connections with the new city filtered water supply whereby they get good pressure and avoid staining the plants, as was the case when they had to de- pend on the dirty water from the bayou. H. Redfeld has just finished a new greenhouse. H. C. Doescher is in a peck of trouble, a serious leak liaving sprung in one of his boilers. His crop of cucumbers is coming along nicely. C. D. Otis of Lake Charles was a visitor this week. He is con- templating building a range of houses. PERSONAL. We are informed on good authority, ■contrary to the announcement which appeared on page S92 of last week's issue, that Arthur Griffin is not at the estate of Mr. Isaac Guggenheim, Port Washington, L. I. Visitors in Boston: H. S. DeForest, of Pierson U-Bar Co., New York; Ar- thur A. Niessen, Phila., Pa. Ada, Ohio. — The greenhouses of Henry Young have been sold to .1. H. Milner & Son for removal. New Everblooming Crimson Ramb- bler Rose Flower ojjairfield Flowers in June and continues con- stantlyin bloonn until frost, identical in appearance with the old Crimson Rambler. Orders booked now for immediate or Spring import. Strong field-grown plants, $35.00 per 100, $320.00 per 1000, f o. b Boston. R.&J. FARQUHAR & CO. SEEDSMEN AND NURSERYMEN 6 and 7 South Market St.. Boston. r DAHLIAS -GLADIOLUS 400 Varieties Dahlias. Selections from the best the Country affords. Gladi- olus In mixture, In quantities from 1 doz. to 100,000. Order early for spring 1910. Cataioffuf Fret J. L. MOORE, Worttilioro, Mass.^ JOHN WATERER & SON, Ltd. American Nursery Bagshot, England Are Specialists In the REALLY HARDY VARIETIES of Rhododendron Hybrids and in Select Varieties of Hardy Border Plants ai^vuuw0»yyyv»iyimy*i*tyttM^yttyv*iiitt*0tMyiMyiiywti*Myt0*0m0t0*M^ PEACOCK'S PEERLESS DAHLIAS RPI n DnnT< J^^k Rose, Fringed 20th Century, Cl^U t^Kjyj I O, Rose Pinlc Century, Virginia Haule, Big Cillef. $3.50 per doz., $25.00 per loo. Best cut flower sorts, $1.00 per doz., $5.00 per 100. PEACOCK DAHLIA FARMS, WltLI AMSTOWN, JUN'^TION, N. J. ORCHIDS IN BLOOM ROEHRS, Rutlierford, N. J. NEW SEEDLING ROSE "RADIANCE" A Seedling from Cardinal, a brilliant rosy carmine with rich opaline tints in the open flower; the form is fine, large, with cupped petals ; bud long, brilliant, radiant, with extra long stems ; a constant bloom- er, very tragrant, foliage abundant and of splendid substance. 2Yi inch pots $18 per 100, ready for delivery in March. Cash from uftkncivH c rr^sponiienis. JOHN COOK, 318 N. Charles St., Baltimore, Md. FERNS FOR DISHES Assorted varieties, 2 in. pots, $3.50 per 100, $30 per 1000 PRIMROSES OBGONICA AND CHINESE Best strains, x}^ in. pots, $3 per 100, $25 per 1000, Cash with order. FRANK OECHSLIN 911 Qulncy St., - - CHICAGO, IJLI,. NEPHROLEPIS MAGNIFICA THB 8KNSATIONAI. NOTBLTT MrcBf »i In. stock. tK.OO p«r 100. WHITMANII tVi-bi., f40.ue p«r 1000; S^ln., from Banek. $8.06 per 100. BOSTON FERNS $30.00 per 1000. H. H. BARROWS & SON. WHITMAN, mass. In ordering goods please add "I saw it in HORTICULTURE." We have changcH our domicile from Secaucus, N. J., to Mamar neck, New York. We arc ihe largest col- lectors and importers ol Orchids and we are now book- ing orders for all ccmmercial Cattlcyas for deliTery next Spring. CARRILLO & BALDWIN, Mamaroneck, New York. ORCHIDS Largest Importers, Exporters, Orotrers and HybrUUsts i« th* World Zander, St. 4lban», England and 235 Broadway, Room I NEW YORK CITY ORCHIDS! ORCHIDS! A large and attractive lit of established plants, also im- portations coming which we offer at advantageous prices. ORDONEZ BROS. 41 West 28th St.. New York City, and Madison, N. J. Ariived in fine condition Cattleya Wamerll, C. Harrlsonlae, C. G«»- kelUana, C. gigas Hardyaoa type, Dendro- bium Phalaenopsis Schroederlana, Odonto- glossum luteo-purpureum sceptrum. LAGER & HURRELl, ""i""- CHRISTMAS PLANTS We have on hand an extra fine lot of JERUSALEM CHERRIES which we offer at $2 and $3 a dozen. Ci2sk 'uiith order pleast PAUL DE IMAVE T"- 615 " 39 Farnham St., Fall RUer. Mass. 922 HORTICULTURE December 25, 1909 Cl.ORINDA. Clorinda — Semi-dwarf pompon, pro- ducing erect sprays of an even shade of bronze. C. S. A. Cert. Adonis — Light pink, slightly deeper than Gloria. The narrow petals reflex and interlace forming an artistic bloom THREE NEW CHRYSANTHEMUMS. Elmer D. Smith & Co. Adonis. of the largest size in which the depth exceeds the diameter, 5 ft. Best bud, August 25th. C. S. A. Cert. Itaska — Properly defined this variety is a semi-double incurved, but being so near single we have included It in Itaska. this section. A seedling from A. J. Balfour but a few shades lighter. The incurving petals give the blooms the appearance of pond lilies and being a most pleasing shade of pink they are \ery useful for decorative work. HORTICULTURE IN FRANCE. The following information concern- ing the recent action of the French Government for the promotion and de- velopment of horticulture is furnished by Consul-General A. Gaulin, of Mar- seilles: By virtue of a ministerial decree published in the Journal Officiel on October 14, 1909, a Technical Board of Horticulture has been created and at- tached to the French Ministry of Ag- riculture. The object of this new board is to promote the development of horticulture in France, and partic- ularly to examine and report upon all important matters relating to the in- dustry. In the letter submitting the above decree for the signature of the Presi- dent of the Republic, the Minister of Agriculture states that the French hor- ticultural production, which was of- ficially estimated at $57,000,000 in 1S92, exceeds at the present time $77,000,000. The extension of the parcel-post priv- ileges to the shipment of cut flowers is considered as one of the principal causes of this increase. But while ex- isting economic conditions are held to be on the whole fairly satisfactory, it is claimed that a groat deal still re- mains to be done, and an earnest at- tempt will be made to coordinate the individual efforts of the numerous hor- ticultural societies and syndicates and of the transportation companies, tech- nical experts, and inventors, from which it is expected that greater unity and cohesion among the interested parties will result. The technical board comprises a cer- tain number of ex-officio members and thirty other members appointed by the Minister of Agriculture, who is also its president. The ex-officio mem- bers are the director- general of cus- toms, the director of agriculture, the director of the board of foreign trade, the assistant director of agriculture, the inspector of the Ministry of Ag- riculture, the president of the National Horticultural Society of France, the president of the Horticultural Society of Versailles, the chief of the Board of Agricultural Information, and the chief of the technical deijartment. The minister designates a vice-president among the members of the board, and the secretary and assistant secretary from his otiicial staff. — '^m ^ ^ \ L 1 ^ / V V/ltf.lEme iiti/9^-' / ^ BucKBEE Cup. Awarded to Elmer D. Smith & Co. for 12 best American Seedling Chrysanthe- mums at New York. FIRE RECORD. Kennett Square, Po. — A large green- house and mushroom plant of Walter A. Scarlett burned Dec. 13. Upset lamp, cause. Loss. $7,000;. partly in- sured. Irvington, N. J. — A fire was discov- ered in the hothouse of Theodore Kemper, at Lyon and Union avenues, on the morning of Dec. 12. Origin unknown. Loss about $200. Kalamazoo, Mich. — A fire broke out here early in the morning of Dec. 9, which threatened to destroy the en- tire business section. The Central Xursery salesroom was destroyed, to- gether with its contents, about $1,300 worth. No insurance. Hamilton, Ohio. — The greenhouses at the country home of Col. J. C. Hooven, south of Hamilton, were partly destroyed by fire on Dec. 10. Neighbors went to the rescue and saved much of the property. Col. Hooven's magnificent countr.v home was burned to the ground last Au- gust. Perrysburg, Ohio. — A greenhouse and barn belonging to S. J. Lang, two miles east of town, were destroyed by fire on the morning of Dec. 8. The residence was slightly damaged. The loss is about $1,500, partially covered by insurance. It is believed the fire originated from the heating plant in the greenhouse. New York City, N. Y. — A fire broke out Dec. 15, a. m., in the fruit and flower store of Estrapos Gostaridio at 2704 Broadway, badly damaging the store and contents. The fire was caused by the explosion of a gaso- lene lamp. Gneis Bancs, 18 yeara old, a clerk in the store, was badly burned about the face and body, but will probably recover. December 25, 1909 HORTICULTURE. 923 SELECT FERNS for FINE STORE TRADE We offer a grand lot of exceptionally well-grown plants of the different varieties of NEPMROLEPIS which will be found one of the best selling and most profitable plants that florists can handle. Our stock is in unusually fine shape, and we will guarantee it will please the most exacting, as it is exceptionally good value at the prices quoted. IMPROVED ELEQANTIS5IMA. The finest of all this type. It was introduced by us in 1905. This form of Elegantissima has been greatly improved, and shows no tendency to revert to the Boston, making it the most valuable fern of this type. Strong plants, 4 in. pots, I3.00 per dozen; 6-in., $6 00 to $9 00 per dozen — according to size; 8-in., ?i2.oo to ?i8.oo per dozen — accord- ing to size. SUPERBISSiriA. Introduced by us in 1908. A very unique and distinct novelty. Its distin- guishing characteristics are its dark green foliage and dense growth. Fronds are very heavily im- bricated, making them very dense and compact. Strong plants, 4-in. pots, ?3 00 per dozen; 6-in., ^6.00 to $9.00 per dozen — according to size ; 8-in., $12 00 to S18 00 per dozen — according to size. BOSTONIENSIS, PIERSONI, WHIinANI, SCOTTII. Extra fine plants, 6 in. pots, I6.00 per dozen; 8-in. pans, $12.00 per dozen. F. R. PIERSON CO., Tarrytown-oi\-Hudsoi\, New York ROEHRS, Lorraine Begonias RUTHERFORD N. J. BEST VARIETIES iV^ivrvE>A.« IN BUD AND BLOOM Azalea Intlica, in bloom for New Years. Mad. Tetrick best e.Trly double pick. T5c, $1.00, .$l.i;o to $1.50. Deutsche Perle. pure double wbite, and Vervaeneaua, double variegated rose. 75c, $1.00, $1.25, $1.50 to $2.00. Azaleas, all sorts for Easter, at 50c, ".'ic, $1.00, $1.25, $1.50, $2.00 to $3.00. Please state if wanted in or out of Pots. 1012 West Ontario Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. HEAGOGK'S PALMS f Areca Lutescens Each 6 in. pot, 3 in pot, 2i to 26 in. high , $ J«75 7 in. pot 3 in pot, 26 to 28 in. high i.qo 6 in. pot, in pot, 30 to 3 1 in. high 2.00 Coeos Weddelliana Per 100 2% in. pot 8 to 10 in. high $10.00 fl^ in. pot 10 to 12 in. high i5>oo Kentla Belmoreana Each 13 5 in. pot, 6 to 7 Ivs, 18 in- -too, $50.00 $6.00 6 in pot, 6 to 7 leaves, 22 to 24 in i.oo 12.00 7 in. pot or tub, t to 7 leaves, -4 to >6in. 3.50 30.00 9 in. tub, 6 to 7 leaves, 42 to 48 in. heavy 5 00 g in. tub, 6 to 7 leaves, 48 to 54 in heavy 6.co Hade-ap Kentia Forateriana Each J in. pot. 4 in pot, 34 to 36 in $2.50 7 in. pot, 4 in pot, ^6 to 38 in 3.00 9 in. tub, 4 in tub, 42 to 48 in.. 5.00 JOSEPH HEACOCK CO.,Wyncote,Pa. Anything of ValuB to the profession CAN BE SOLD through advertising in Horticulture BEFORE YOU THINK Of Buying Elsewhere send for our list and quotations or, better siill, come and look over our stock which is not ex- celled anywhere. A splendid assortment in all sizes of the best plants to grow on for the Christmas and Easter trade. Lorraine Begonias, Poinsettias, Azaleas, Ferns, Genistas, etc. We have Just what you NEED. William W.Edgar Co.' WAVERLEY, MASS. J PALMS, FERNS AND DECORATIVE PLANTS JOHN SCOTT Rutland Road and E. 45th St. Tel. 2890 Bedford BROOKLYN , N . Y. IMPORTANT Flowering, Foliage and Decorative PlsntB for immediate delivery. Also fine list of Easter Plants Write for our descriptive catalogue. Sent free. A. SCHULTHEIS 316 Nineteenth St.. College Point, N.Y. In ordering good* pTease add "I saw It In HORTICULTURE." AZALEAS Now in Bloom and Bud. Orders taken for Christmas and Easter de- livery in the best commercial varie- ties. Bay and Box Trees, Euonymus, Eurya lati* folia, Araucarlas, Aspa agus, Adiantums, Crotons. Areca lutescens, Cocos, Kentias, Latanias, Phoenix, Rubbers, Pandanus, Small Ferns for Dishes in the best sorts, as well as many other Decorative and Foliage Plants Bt Lowest Wholesale Prices. A. LEUTHY & CO. PERKINS ST. NURSERIES ROSLINDALE, BOSTON, MASS. Canadense, Super- bum, Single and Double Tigers, named Elegani, LILIES Tenuifolium, Wallacei, etc. German and Japan Iris, Delphiniam For- mosum. Gladoil, Callae, Cinnamon Vines, Madeira Vines, Hyaointhus Cooperlas, Milla and Bessera. Write for prices. EC mi I CD Wading River ■ Oi iniLLCn L. I., N. Y. CHARLES H. TOTTY Wholesale Florist Chrysanthemum Novelties My Specialty Madison, N. J. 924 HORTICULTURE. December 25, 1909 Railroad Gardening The Illustrations of railroad garden- ing from the Reading system, given in this issue, are good examples of the effective use of flowering and foli- age plants in embellishing stations. The Philadelphia and Reading Railway has long been a conspicuous and credi- table force in this direction, and un- der the able management of Paul Huebner has become the Mecca of the railroad gardeners of the country. The comi. (Unity which the Reading system so efficiently serves are given constant pleasure by this policy, and are in- spired thereby to efforts of their own along horticultural lines. Of course, the management of the company look at the matter from a purely utilitarian standpoint — a dollars' and cents' prop- osition entirely — nevertheless, they are to be commended for their breadth of view and far-seeing good policy. There can be no question but what travel and settlement along its lines is in- creased thereby, while at the same time the value of its real estate Is greatly enhanced. Mr. Huebner uses plenty of flowering shrubs and hardy plants in his woric; but as the illus- tration shows, he is wise enough not to despise the splendid and glowing effect that can be secured only through the use of the cannas, geraniums and other tender subjects which make these erstwhile dull and unsightly lo- cations a glory all summer long. A spirited discussion took place at the third annual convention of the Rail- road Gardeners' Association of Amer- ica, held in Philadelphia last August, on the subject of "Shrubs vs. Flower- ing Plants," and the consensus of opin- ion there was undoubtedly in favor of a liberal use of both. After going over the Reading system in a body, the members of the Association were al- most unanimous in the aforesaid view, more especially as they had an oppor- tunity of comparing the other idea in the Pennsylvania Railroad system — which does not use flowering plants in its gardening. Cx. C. -WATSON. Station Gardening Notes IVloose Jaw, Saskatciiewan. — N. Stew- art Dunlop, chief of the floral depart- ment of the C. P. R., has sent out some half a million bulbs to station agents all along the system. These are arranged in packages, both for indoor and outdoor growth, the Idea being to encourage the station agents and employes in beautifying the grounds around the stations, especially in the rugged country to the north of Lake Superior and also the stations on the western prairies. Last summer the company had over fifteen hundred gardens between the two oceans, and this fall an additional five hundred packages have been sent out. A prize of $10 is offered for the best garden of each superintendent's division, and an additional prize of $50 for the Ijest on the division of each general superintendent. Pipestone, Le- duc and Grand Forks received the pre- mier prizes this year. Bedding at Trenton Junction, Reading R. R. Shore R. R. in his district. He has charge of all the gardening between Chicago and Toledo. Paul Huebner. We have much pleasure in giving herewith a very good portrait of that picturesque and lovable personality, Paul Huebner, landscape gardener for the Reading Railroad system. Some of Mr. Huebner's work is illustrated in this issue. He has held this position for nearly twenty years and by hi3 Carl Hirsch, of Hillsdale, Mich., in addition to his regular product of flor- ists' stock, roses, carnations, etc., furn- ishes all the plants, shrubbery, etc., for the station grounds of the Lake Paul Hurbner splendid work, combined with execu- tive ability and tact of a high order, has made the Reading famous. His early training in horticulture was ob- tained in Berlin, Pai is, London, and New York. The Reading management are justly proud of him, and if they don't pay him ten thousand a year on account of advertising it is not because he does not deserve it. G. C. W. A GLIMPSE OF CALIFORNIA. The following is a synopsis of an inter- view witli Edwin Lonsdale by our I*bila- ilelphia representative, George C. Watson, pre\'ious to Mr. Lonsdale's final departure for Lompoc. The valley of Lompoc, Cal., is an ideal situation from the standpoint of the seed grower. -Although most of the crops had been harvested there were evidences of the yield having been very heavy. Sweet peas were a great seed crop, I was assured by those who had grown them. In some fields where the crops had been gathered, some of those self-sown were in fine flower and there was a freshness to the colors and a general vigor to the plants that did one's heart good to see. It should be borne In mind in this connection that no rain had fallen on the ground where these self-sown plants were blooming, since last May. It is evidently a soil that retains moisture for a great length of time. Tliis is largely owing to its depth, and which is unknown, so the neighbors say, a statement which is backed by the whole of the residents of the val- ley. ^^■hat is meant by that is — when wells are being drilled a black material is brought up which has the appear- ance of loam. No manure or other concentrated fertilizers are needed on the ranch, its natural fertility is so great. I noticed some verbenas growing and seeding in the garden surround- ing the cozy cottage which is on the place, and a fair-sized bush, in tree shape, of the well-known "lemon ver- bena" (Aloysia citriodora). Among roses thriving with great luxuriance, were Marie Van Houtte, Papa Gontier, Safrano, Mme. Lombard and several others. Salpiglossis were blooming In great profusion, so also were ten-week stocks. The zonal pelargoniums, or geraniums as we call them generally, were evidently very much at home there. A clematis of the Jackmann type trained on our cottage porch,' was in full bloom when we were there, December 25, 1909 HORTICULTURE 926 ■which seemed to me quite unusual at this season of the year. It seems to me it might have been a second crop of flowers. In other parts of the Lompoc valley I saw asters, Semple's branching I pre- sume, doing well; also sweet peas were in bloom in some of the gardens. One of the most wonderful sights in this favored locality — right in the heart of Lonipoc — was a very large plant of the Banksian rose, and this was growing on the sidewalk, between the flagging and the curb. The streets and sidewalks in Lonipoc are laid out on a very generous scale — 100 feet in width— and the sidewalks are propor- tionally wide. The latter are so wide that a generous strip of ground is left upon which to plant palms or any- thing the owner of the property on which same fronts may fancy. In some cases this space is planted with an ivy geranium which does well in southern California, namely, Souv. de Charles Turner. Nothing could thrive and 'make such a cheerful impression as does this very variety of Pelargon- ium peltatum. This valuable variety is a warm shade of rose pink and is a double flowering variety the flowers and trusses of which are produced in great profusion. It was introduced in- to California by Samuel Cole of Ven- tura, through the Philadelphia firm of Henry A. Dreer. Mr. Cole is a special- ist and grows some of his products for that firm. Among same is the some- what rare gladiolus White Lady, which I understood is somewhat difficult to manage. Speaking about Ventura reminds me that we paid a visit to this noted place made famous by the late Mrs. Theo- dosia B. Shepherd. The place estab- lished by Mrs. Shepherd is now oper- ated as the Theodosia B. Shepherd Co. with Mr Francis as manager, who is doing some good work here. Mr. Thom.as Gould is also located here, and double-flowering petunias are one of his principal specialties. I have never seen better than were to be found here. It was with Mr. Gould that re-selected Early Blanche Ferry sweet pea originated — which was sent out a few years ago by W. Atlee Bur- pee & Co. Mr. Gould still grows the stock for Burpee. By the way, some good judges of the early flowering var- ieties of sweet peas declare that re- selected Early Blanche Ferry and Christmas Pink are identical as to tpye, or so nearly so that they cannot be distinguished apart. One of the most conspicuous plants in California is Phoenix Canariensis. This date palm has a majestic grace all its own and will grow under only half-favorable conditions, 10 to 12 feet high in from S to 10 years, and the larger arching fronds spring from the space with great vigor and grace. This palm is more suitable for the lawn than as a street palm. The street palm par-excellence is the Brahea fil- amentosa, sometimes called Washing- tonia filifera. This sturdy palm is fre- quently seen as a street palm in many of the cities of southern California. It resembles at first glance the well- known Latania Borbonica excepting that from the divisions of the leaves filaments are gracefully suspended. I could go on talking like this but I know your space is limited. I look forward to my work in that favored valley with enthusiasm and delight. PARCEL POST ADVOCATED. Resolutions Adopted by the Connecti- cut Horticultural Society. Whereas, The parcel post, as already long established and iu successful oper- ation by the leading nations of Europe, is one of the greatest and most pressing needs in the economical, commercial. Indus- trial and social all'airs of the people of the United States; and Whereas, Under our present postal sys- tem, it costs 04 cents to mail 4 pounds of merchandise from Hartford to West Hart- ford, and the package is limited to 4 pounds in weight; and Whereas, Citizens of Germany can today, under the parcel post system, send IIU pounds of merchandise, to any part of the German empire, for ao cents; and Whereas, The railway, steamboat and general transportation facilities of this country are second to those of no nation in the world, and are constantly increas- ing in erticiency; and Whereas, The adoption of the parcel post would involve no question of paternalistic or socialistic functions by our government, but simply a reduction of the present com- paratively enormous postal rate for mer- chandise, and an increase of the present very low weight limit of 4 pounds; and Whereas, l-*atriotic and civic pride im- peratively require that the United States shall no longer suffer the humiliation of standing far behind the nations of Europe in postal reform and improvement; and Whereas, All objections to the institu- tion of the parcel post in this country are factious, fictitious, or emanate mainly fiom private monopolistic corporations; and Whereas, Nothing insuperable stands in the way of the prompt introduction of the parcel post in this country, except an un- enlightened and uuaroused public senti- ment on the subject; Resolved, That the Connecticut Horticul- tural Society places on record its unquali- (ieil desire for the speedy adoption of the parcel post in the United States; affirming the Societ.v's conviction that horticultu- rists, farmers, merchants, manufacturers, and people of all other occupations, shall assiduously agitate for the realization of this desire, by means of correspondence, by word of mouth, by press and platform utterances, by the use of suitable stamps ou envelopes and letterheads, and by all otlier legitimate and proper means, 'until public interest is so awalvened that the people of this nation come to realize that they are losing hundreds of millions of dollars a year for lack of the parcel post, and until this country, liy following the successful leadership of Germany, Switzer- land anrl other European nations, shall be- gin to take her rightful position, if not in the vanguard, at least in the ranks, of the civilized nations of the earth, in this very Important matter of postal progress and reform. Re.-olved. That the^e resolutions be made known to the agricultural and horticultural press of Americfi, and that the.v be other- wise disseminated over the United States as far as the influence of this Society may be exerted. GEORGE W. SMITH, Secretary. Melrose. Conn., Dec. 14, 1909. PROPOSED FLOWER SHOW AT LINCOLN, NEB. Acting upon a suggestion from the Commercial Club, Lincoln florists have agreed to take part in a big flower show which will be given at the audi- torium next year, in the latter part of October or the early part of November. It is expected that the display will be, for the most part, a chrysanthemum exhibition. The show will probably be repeated every year, as it is thought the public will show decided interest and furnish plenty of support for it. Besides the professional florists, the state farm, the hospital for insane, other state institutions and some pri- vate owners of greenhouses, among whom is W. .T. Bryan, may be induced to participate. LOCATED AT LAST. Hiram — Look Maria, they's a band of Gypsies goin' through! Maria — How much longer is this town goin' to 'low them people to come through here bringin' them moths an' things? — Boston Herald. WARD'S Lily Bulbs "NOT HOW CHEAP— BUT HOW GOOD" RALPH M. WARD & CO. 12 West Broadway. - - - New York SURPLUS BULBS HYACINTHS Pcri.o Doable Named $4.50 Double Unnamed 2.3S Single Unnamed 2.38 DOUBLE TULIPS Imperatnr Rubrorum 2.25 Rex Rubrorum 1.65 Superfine Mixed, early 75 SINGLE NARCISSUS Prlnceps maxlmus 2.25 Golden Spur 1.75 Poetlcug Burbldgel 60 DOUBLE NARCISSUS Albo pleno odorato 50 Von Sion, True Daffodil 1.00 Von Slon, Double Nose 1.80 Mixed 80 POLYANTHUS NARCISSUS MIXED .85 T'-> sfLUre these pricti mint mention this paper. JAMES VICKS SONS, Rochester, H. V. To Clean Out DUTCH HYACINTHS. A No. i Bulbs, Rose' Red, Dark Red. White Pure White, Blue Blush White, Light Blue, Dark Blue, and Yellow; all stDgle, $1.50 per lo ; $io oo per icoo. CALLA bTH OPICA. Bulbs i inch Diameter, Fine Healthy Bulbs, $2 00 per 100; $15.00 per 1000. 3-0,000 Gladio'i America Bulblets, $5 00 per 100. Larger Lots Estimated. Berrydale Experiment Gardens, ROUTE NO I, BOX 54. HOLLAND, MICH. CYCLAMEN Best Strain in Cultivation, 4 in. pots. .$25.co per 100 I 6 in. pots. .$75.00 per 100 5 in. pots. . 50.00 7 in. pots. • ilo.oo THOMAS ROIAND. NAHANT, MASS. ROBERT CRAIG CO. KOSES, PALMS, and novelties In Decorative Plants MARKr and 49th STREETS., PHIUDELPHIA, PA. In ordering goods please add "I saw It in HORTICULTURE." 926 HORTICULTURJL December 25, 1909 Seed Trade The Canners and Their Allies. Supplementing what was said in a previous issue about the conference between a committee of the Machinery & Supplies Association and the Na- tional Canners' Association, it may be said that after a more or less heated discussion of the matters at issue, it looks as if the canners would be rea- sonable enough to meet their col- leagues of the Machinery & Supplies Association halt way, and it this proves to be true, there will be no serious difficulty in reaching an amicable ad- justment of all difficulties between the two organizations. There is no rea- son why there should be any unpleas- antness where each is willing to rec- ognize the other as an independent or- ganization, but as things have been conducted during the last few years, the Machinery & Supplies Association have been simply the tail of the dog and a very short one at that. It was remarked by one of the Machinery men that the governing party of the can- ners regarded the Machinery & Sup- plies Association as an asset in nego- tiating for terms and other conditions desired by them at these annual con- ventions. To illustrate, it was said that the canners had received an offer from the city of Toledo of $3,500 it they would hold the next annual con- vention there, but whether this was demanded by the canners cannot be definitely stated, although it is regard- ed as probable. Now with this $3,500, together with an admission fee of $2.00 to $3.00 which the National Canners' Association proposes to charge the members of the Machinery & Supplies Association and their friends, the can- ners would have a very tidy sum to bank after the convention, as it is esti- mated that at least another $3,500 would be received in the form of ad- missions. Taking everything into considera- tion, the canners have shown marked business astuteness in the way they have worked not only the Machinery & Supplies Association, but all the members of their own organizations, both those who are members of the National Association and those who are not. There never has been any doubt that had the little body of men who are now in control of the Canners' or- ganization, submitted this admission fee to a vote of their own organiza- tion, it would have been overwhelm- ingly defeated, therefore they have been very careful to refrain from do- ing this. It is earnestly to be hoped that they will show due regard for the associate organizations, which have usually met with them in their annual conven- tions, to insure cordial co-operation be- tween the different bodies, as either open or surpressed hostility is highly detrimental to the aims and purposes which all hold in common; that is, the development and success of the Canners. The fact that there will be no ex- hibits at the forthcoming convention at Atlantic City is generally regarded as operating against a large attend- ance, and in all probability the num- ber present will not exceed half those that attended the two last conventions. NEW SEED PHOENIX ROEBELENI THE ONLY SEED TO BE^OFFERED SANDER l-.-"^^.'?™."*' '^^^no'ZT'' NewYork Rept'Bsen ta tivo Postage on Sealed Seed Packets. It appears that the agitStion as to classification of seed packets as first- class matter has had a favorable re- sult. We learn through H. A. Bun- yard of A. T. Boddington, that the acting Third Assistant Postmaster Gen- eral has dug up a departmental regu- lation of direct application to the question at issue. 'This provides that merchandise sealed for the preserva- tion of its contents is mailable at third class rates, etc., etc. Postmasters who have made rulings of local application to the contrary have been notified to be good, and in one or two cases, at least, there is likely to be a change of administra- tion in the local postoffices involved. Danish Cabbage Seed Crop. Hjalntar Hartmann & Co., Copen- hagen, report that on the night of November 12 a snowstorm, of such ex- tent that according to the meteorolog- ical observation was unsurpassed in 20 years, was followed by severe freezing and many cabbages and other vege- tables intended for the market were entirely spoiled, winter coming so sud- denly that no preparations had been made to cover the stock. This means a large loss to the inhabitants of Am- ager, who are growing all kind of veg- etables for the Copenhagen market inrl for export to Russia, Finland and Germany. Considerable lots of cab- bage intended for seeds for the Ameri- can trade were affected by the frost. Notes from Lompoc. The acreage for sweet peas on the new Burpee farm at Lompoc, Cal., will be 37 acres this season. Mr. Lonsdale, in a letter, says that the paying crop in seed beans in that section is Ken- tucky Wonder, which is a big yielder and is easily threshed. The farmers do not like Lazy Wife or Sunshine Cluster, neither of which yield satis- factorily. Sunshine Cluster and Gold- en Wax are hard to thresh out clean. Kentucky Wonder is called Old Home- stead in some catalogues. The Lima does not do well in Lompoc because the plant does not stop growing and producing in time to ripen up the crop. Notes. Shindler & Co., seeds and flowers, have been incorporated to do business in New Orleans, La. Capital $5,000. Alfred Thomas Bridgeman, traveling auditor of the D. L. &. W. R. R.. died at Morristown, N. J., December 12, as the result of a stroke of apoplexy. Mr. Bridgeman was the son of the well- known seedsman, the late Alfred Bridgeman. The Rhudy and Hall Seed Company of Kansas City, Kan., has bought for $1,200 the stock of the William A. Duncan Seed Company of St. Joseph. Duncan filed a voluntary petition in bankruptcy, November 30. The sale was made through J. J. Garth, tempo- rary receiver for the bankrupt firm. The Ewing Seed Company, Nash- ville, Tenn., has been incorporated; capital stock, $15,000; incorporators, W. B. Ewing, .1. I. Newsom, Jr., B. R Wilkerson and William B. Shelton; for the purpose of buying and selling seeds, fertilizers, florists' supplies, gar- den implements, poultry, supplies, etc. CATALOGUES RECEIVED. Chase Nursery Co., Huntsville, Ala.— Chase's Extra Special Bulletin, "Clean- up" Bargains. Franz Birnstiel, Coburg— Illustrated catalogue and price list of Jardinieres, Fancy Flower Stands, Baskets, etc. John C. Moninger Co., Chicago. — "Boilers," an interesting descriptive list of the different types of heating apparatus offered by this house. Espe- cially useful are the "Rules for Figur- ing Greenhouse Heating," given on page 19. Other tables and plans on the following pages will be found very instructive and helpful. W. F. Cobb & Co., Franklin, Mass. — Catalog of Farm Seeds. Corn, oats and potatoes, northern grown, "None Except the Best," are the specialties in this well-printed catalog. "Catalog of Vegetable and Flower Seeds" is an attiactive companion to the above, fully illustrated. PATENTS GRANTED. 943,330. Pipe Coupling. John C. Yearke, Buffalo, N. Y., as- signor of one-half to Al- bert F. Yearke, Buffalo, N. Y. 943,373. Hotbed. George H. Barbour, Pittsburg, Pa. 943,461. Hose Coupling. Charles E. Judkins, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. WOW! Edward Moon, a prominent young farmer of Williamsfield, is something of a horticultural scientist. He has succeeded in producing an entirely new and strange weed of the hybrid class and he openly boasts of his skill and acumen along these lines, it being his opinion, openly expiessed, that he has IJurbank cheated to a fare you well.— Williamsfield, 111., Times. December 25, 1909 HORTICULTURE 927 NEWS NOTES. Richmond, Ky.— The establishment of the late A. Reichsptarr has been bought by J. Christman, Jr. Woodstock, Conn. — Charles Linde- man has closed up his nursery busi- ness and has gone to Hartford. Mt. Tabor, Ore. — The greenhouses and business of F. J. Broetje have been purchased by Crout & Wilson. Greensburg, Ind. — John L. Dille and William C. Konzleman will locate a flower growing business in this city. Muscatine, Iowa. — Fred Kranz is nourishing a variegated sport of En- chantress carnation, which he has named "Mrs. Fred Kranz." Appleton, Wis. — E. E. Niles of Oco- nomowoc. for a number of years land- scape gardener for the St. Louis parks, has been engaged to draft plans for beautifying the campus and grounds of Lawrence college. The work will be started early in the spring. South Orange, N. J.— The thief who has been stealing plants from green- houses and residences in this neigh- borhood has been captured and is held for the grand jury. His name is given as Joseph Kliucher. Joseph may find that Xew Jersey justice is another clincher. Williamsburg, la. — The impression has been created that the Williams- burg Nursery Co. will soon move to Cedar Rapids. This is a mistake. The yard and oflice will be continued at Williamsburg for at least four years and the stock will be increased beyond the largest line ever carried. 3-Year Valley 1000-$11.00. Case of 2500— $26.00 Sold Out of Perfection. WM. ELLIOTT & SONS, 42 Vesey St., New York. MICHELL'SI^S'^ ARE GOOD Seid f«r WIi.I«mI< Price Ul \iwi 1018 Market St^PhiU Burpee's Seeds PHILADELPHIA Blue List of Wholesale Prices mailed only to those who plant for profit. n 1 D D • p C Wakefield and Succession. uHDDAul. $i.cx)per looD. $8.50 per 10,000. DARQI EV 25 cts. per 100. rHnOLLI $1.25 per 1000. I CTTIIpr Big Boston, Boston Market and LL I I UuC Giand Kapids. $1.00 per 1000. Ca9h wtth Orcebs R. VINCENT, JR., & SONS CO. White Marsh, Md. SUTTON'S SEEDS Of the most beautiful Flowers and the finest Vegetables SUTTON'S AMATEUR'S GUIDE IN HORTICULTURE Flower Seeds of $2.44 value and upwards for- warded post free. The finest Seed Catalogue ever published; illus- trated with nearly 260 photographic reproductions. Post Free for 25 cents on application to Sutton 6l Sons, Reading, England. LEONARD SEED CO. CONTRACT GROWERS AND WHOLESALE DEALERS BEANS, PEAS, SWEET CORN, ONION, GARDEN SEEDS ?^J^e^r=Hkds Get Our Prices E. KFNZU: STREET, CHICAGO ESTABLISHED I802 NEW PRICE LIST of my celebrated winter flowering Swe«t Pea Seed Is helng mailed. If you hay* not received a copy please »«nd for one. N»w crop of seed will be ready aroand July IStfe next. ANT. C. Bound Brook, ZVOLANEK - - - New Jersey Lily of the Valley Pips JUST ARRIVED. Our usual high grade quality, also cold storage pips. Prices on application. MY GIANT CYCLAMEN are ahead in Growth and Flowers Bloodred, Carmine. Daybreak, Lilac, Plnl<, Pure White, White carmine eyed, each separate Tr. Pkl. $i-03, ICO' Seeds $6.00. Above even mixed Tr. Pkt. 75c, looo Seeds $5.00. For larger quantities, special quo:ation. O. V ZANCEN.Seedsmin.HOBOKEN, N J. M. THORBURN & CO. 33 Barclay Street NEW YORK Stock Seed FiBke** Branching in all colors. Tr. pkt. 40c. oz $4.^0. Pure White, Tr. pkt. 5 c. 02. $i.co. AUo Beauty of Nice strains. H. E Fiske Sfed Co.. Boston, MasB. BERMUDA LILIES HarrUU and Longlflorum. Selected, LilUim Longiflorum Qlganteum C. S. by the case of 300. THOMAS J. GREY CO. 32 SButh Market Street, Boston, Mass. CATALOGUE Designing and illustrating For Uorists, seedsmen, etc. Photographs and designs of all kinds carefully made and promptly submitted. CEO. E. DOW _ 178 Washington St, Boston, Mass SEED for FLORISTS TRUE IRISH SHAMROCK 2 ,c Trade Pkt.; $i.ooperoz. Stocks, Candytuft, Salvias, etc , etc. Trade list for Florists and Dealers only. Schlegel & Fotiler Co. 26 & 2r So. Market St., BOSTON, MASS. BRIDGEMAN'S SEED WAREHOUSE RICKARDSBROS. Props. >7 East 19th St., - HEW YORK CITY SPIRAEA Japonlcs, Multiflora and Floribunda GLADIOLI, THE BRIDR, JAPANESE LlLlhS, LILY Oh THE VALLtY Joseph Breck & Sons Corp. 47-54 NO. MARKET ST., BOSTON, MASS. ^J!C AULIFLOWERS A B B A C E LILY OF THE VALLEY PIPS. In ordering goods please add it in HORTICULTURE." ' I saw HJALMAR HARTMANN & CO. Longangsstraede 20, COPENHAGEN, DENMARK. 928 HORTICULTURE December 25, 1909 JOHN BREITMEYER'S ^=SONS— Cor. Miami and Qratlot Aves. DETROIT, MICH. Artistic Designs . . . Higli Grade Gut Blooms We cover all Michigan points and good •ections of Ohio* Indiana and Canada. WILLIAM J. SMYTH FLORIST Oor. niclilg:an Ave. and 3 1st St., CHICAGO We ship to all points in Illinois and Iowa. Phones: Douglas 744, Douglas 523, Dou{las740 THE FLORIST HAUSWIRTH Out of Town orders for Hospitals Carefully filled. 232 Michigan Ave. CHICAGO AUDITORIUM ANNEX Tel. Hirrlion S8S SAMUEL MURRAY Florist Coates House Conservatory lOir BROADWAY, KANSAS CITY, MO. Botb 'Phones 2670 Main. WASHINGTON, D. C. GUDE'S tUDC BBOS^CO SLORISTS The Far-Famed Flowers of TORONTO Delivered on mall or telegraph, order for any occasion, in any part of tlie Dominion. JOHN H. DUNLOP, Q6 Yonee St., - Toronto. Ont. Tiie Park Floral Co. J. A. VALENTINE, Pres. DENVER, COLORADO WILLIAM L ROCK FLOWER CO. Kansas City, - - Mo. will carefully execute ordere for Kansas City and any town In Missouri or Kansas. ^Flowers ^Quality BUFFALO. N. Y. W. J. PALMER & SON, 304 Main St. Of Interest to Retail PHorists The Christmas WASHINGTON rush is on; every- where the Christ- mas spirit is manifest. The florists' stores are veritable flower gardens; the present year rivaling all previous years in display of specimen plants. The distinguishing feature of practic- ally every store is the unusually large display of poinsettias and specimen azaleas. There is still a marked scarc- ity of red carnations and with tlie thermometer taking a steady down- ward tendency, prices have gone soar- ing up. If indications stand for any- thing this will be a banner year for both the retailer and grower. There are thousands of Christmas trees lin- ing the sidewalks, but close up against the buildings. One noticeable feature of the retail stores this year is the unusually large quantity of wreaths being handled by them. Heretofore this branch of the business has been ; eeGiE4siBe.e ggasKeis-' ^ STEAMER DEPARTURES Atlantic Transport. Miniii'timkii, N". Y.-l.ondon. . ..Ian. 1 Cunard. Sylvaiiia, Bos ton- Liverpool.. .Jan. 4 ^ Lusitauia, N. Y.-Liveri)ool. . .Dec. 29 & French. I. a Tduraiiie. N. Y. -Havre. .. .Dec. .'!(! North German Lloyd. I'riiizess Irene, N. Y. -Bremen. Dec. .30 Kaiser Wilh'ni, N. Y'.-Br'm'n . Jan. 4 Red Star. Zcclaiid, N. Y.-.-intwerp Dec. 2!l White Star. Laureutic. N. Y. -Liverpool. . .Jan. 1. Teutonic, N. Y.-S'hamptou. ..Dec. 2!) St. I'aul. N. \'. -Southampton. Jan. 1 iji Cymric, Boston-Liverpool Dec. 28 j Ks§ «g3gasgs;^'f=^?=5S!3Ks«3^j9«»p confined almost entirely to street ven- ders and the market stalls. There is a big demand for violets and lily of the valley, as well as for pink sweet peas and roses for debutantes. NEW FLOWER STORES. St. Louis, Mo.— F. A. Ryan Floral Co. Alameda, Cal. — H. Hayashi, Santa Clara avenue. Macomb, III. — F. E. Bonham, North Randolph street. Scranton, Pa.— Brown & Co.. Poll Theatre Building. Los Angeles, Cal. — The Rosery. Portland, Me.— L. J. Goddard, 631 Congress street. Macomb, III.— F. E. Bonham, North Randolph street. Kewanee, III.— E. F. Ingham, 126 North Main street. Chicago, III.— The Studio Florists, 607 North State street. INCORPORATED. Laramie, Wyo. — Overland Gardens. Incorporators, W. H. Mather, Mary Mather and N. E. Corthell. Capitai, $5,oon. ALEX. McGONNELL 571 FIFTH AVENUE NEW YORK CITY Telegraphic orders forwarded to aay part of the United States, Canada, and all principal cities of Europe. Orden transferred or intrusted by the trade to our selection for delivery on steamshipi or elsewhere receive special attention. TelephoneCalls,487and 488 MurrayHIII Cable Address, ALEXCONNELL DAVID CLARKE'5 SONS Deliver orders from any part of the countrj to New York City Or OUT-OOINa STEAMERS Write or telegraph 2139-2141 Broadway, New York Telephone is^s-mi^^ Columbus JVr\ArBO\/VE In the Heart of New York City 1294 Broadway Tel. 2270, 38th St. NEW YORK Our Motto — Tbe Golden Rule YOUNG & NUOENT 42 West 28 St., NEW YORK " njOWtHM BY TCLEamAPH" U3ANT, N. y. Plowera or Deglgn Woric DILITERED IN ALBANY AND VTCUnV ON TELEGRAPHIC ORDER. 11 NORTH PEARL ST., ALBANY, ■.! Flower Deliveries In Brooklyn and other Long l.sland Point*. New York City, New Jersey, etc. At Theatres, Hotels, Steamers or Residencei. WILSON Pultoi SL and Graeie Afe., Brooklyn, N.Y. DANKER, ^IV/' ORDERS FOR Choice Flowers and Floral Emblems FILLED PROMPTLY BOSTON'S BEST In Quality and Design Can be relied upon when yon Iransler your letail orders to EDWARD MACMULKIN 194 Boylston Street, Boston LOUISVILLE, KY. JACOB SCHULZ, 560 South Fourth Ave. December 25, 1909 HORTICULTURE 929' XMAS TREES Red Cedar, shapely and close, from $4.00 per doz. up. Green Moss. Thin and fresh, per bag 75c. Cedar and Laurel Wreathing. $40.00 per 1,000 yds. Pine Branches. Filled with Cones, per bdl $1.00. Laurel Pine and Cedar Branches, per bdl 50c. CASH WITH ORDERS Mapss' Rustic Works, ''^^.^r^- Bell 'Phone, 29 L Established 1874. FLORIST N. E. Cor. 44 St. & Madison Avenae, N. Y. City Flowers shipped on all Steamers. Special Co^r^spon. dents in all the large cities ot Europe and theBritish Colonies. Teleg:ruph & Cable address Uardspior. "^ MATTHEWS florIbt ^~ DAYTON, OHIO Is elegantly equipped to take care prop- erly of all orders for flowers entrusted to him night or day For Dayton, Ohio and Vicinity. Milwaukee, Wis. CCPollworthCo. WILL TAKE PROPER TX/ic^nnciti CARE OF YOUR ORDERS IN " ISCOIIS! II rTH- BOSTOIM- CUT FLOWER CO. Will fill orders for flowers, design work or plants promptly as ordered to any address in Boston and vicinity. Usual Commission. 14 Bromfield Street, Boston. Telephone, Main 368 1. NEW ENGLAND FLOWER DELIVERIES Send flower orders for delivery in BostOO and all New England points to THOS. F. GALVIN 124 Tremont St., Boston TRANSFER Your orders for flower or plant deliv- ery in Eastern New England to JULIUS A. ZINN 2 Beacon St , Soston Florist 121 Baronne St., New Orleans, La. "ORDERS PROMPTLY EXECUTED.' Prompt deliveries in this section. ROBERT J. DYSART Public Accountant and Auditor simple metbodB of correct accoanting especially adapted for florists' nse. Books Balanced and Adjusted Merchauts Bank Building 28 STATE STREET, - BOSTON Telephone, Main S8. "FLOWERS BY TELEGRAPH." Leading Retail Florists Listed by ■ owns for Ready Reference. Albany, N. Y.— H. G. Eyres, 11 N. Pearl St. Albany, N. Y.— F. A. Danker, 40 Maiden Lane. Boston— Thos. F. Galvin, 124 Tremont St. Boston— Edward MacMulkln, 194 Boyl- stou St. Boston — Hoffman. Florist, 59-61 Massa- i-tiusetts Ave. Boston— Julius A. Zlnn, 2 Beacon St. Boston— The Boston Cut Flower Co., 14 BromHeld St. Brooklyn, N. Y.— Robert G. Wilson, Ful- ton St. and Greene Ave. BuCfalo, N. Y.— Palmer's, 304 Main St. Chicago— Uauswlrth, "The Florist," 232 Michigan Ave. Chicago — William J. Smyth, Michigan Ave. and 31st St. uayton, O. — Matthews, The Florist. Denver, Colo.— Park Floral Co., 1706 Broadway. uetrolt, Mich. — J. Breltmeyer's Sons, Miami and Gratiot Aves. Kansas City, Mo. — Samuel Murray, 1071 Broadway. Kansas City, Mo.— Wm. U Rock Flower Co., 1110 Walnut St. Louisville, Ky.— Jacob Schulz, 550 South Fourth Ave. Milwaukee, Wis.— C .C. Pollworth Co. New York- David Clarke's Sons, 2139- 2141 Broadway. New York— Alex. McConnclI, 571 Fifth Ave. New York— Young & Nugent, 42 W. 28tb St. New York— M. A. Bowe, 1294 Broadway. New York— Dards, N. E. cor. 44th St. and Madison Ave. New Orleans, La.— Chas. Eble, 121 Baronne St. Toronto, Can. — J. H. Dnnlop, 96 Yonge St Washington, D. C— Gude Bros., 1214 F. St., Wellesley, Mass. — Tallby. WELLESLEY COLLEGE Dana Hall, Walnut Hill and Rockrtde* Hail School*. TAILBY, Wellesley, Mass. Tcl. Wtllesley 44-1 "nd «. Night 44-j. tVER REAP^ COVER , EVER READY FLOWER POT =COVERS= The best and cheapesV _ Pot Cover now on the market. New Reduced Price List. Per doz. Per loo To fit 4 in. Pots $i.oo $7.00 " " 5 ' *' 1. 10 8.00 '* '* 6 " *' J 23 g.oo *' " 7 " '* 1.35 1000 " " 8 " " 1.60 12.00 " " 9 *' " 1.85 14 00 *' '* 10 '* *' 2.10 j6 00 *t t« j2 tt tt 2.35 18.00 Order now. C-vers can be had in pink, green, white and red. Specify whether you wish Covers to fit stan- dard, % or J4 size pots. Only five cents in stamps sent will bring prompt re- sponse of a sample Cover by mail with all details of size and colors. EVER READY FLOWER POT COVER CO. W. H. GREVER, Manieer. 146 Hughes Avenue, • - BUFFALO, N.Y. THE BEST LETTERS Boston Florist Letter Go. 66 PEARIi ST., BOSTON N. F. McCarthy, Mgr. Ord«r direct or buy from your local sopplF dealar. Inuat on harinc th« BOSTON InccnptioBa, EmbleiiM, otc^ Alwayi in Stock 930 HORTICULTURE December 25, 1909 aiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiimiiiiiiiiiiiiiiimiiiiiiiniiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiin£ POINSETTIAwV $3.00— $5.00 per dozen. Large well shaped flowers of a fine color. BEAUTIES Richmond — Killarney The fine quality of our stock accounts for the large sales of these roses. Good value in all grades. Business hours: 7. A. M. to 8 P. M. LEO Ni ESSEN CO, 1209 Arch Street, - PHILADELPHIA, PA. MiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiHiiiiiiiimiiiiiNiiiiimiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiH HOERBER BROS. 51 Wabash Ave. OHIO AGO ILL. Long Distance Phono Randolph 2758 Cut Flowers ALWAYS GOOD, FRESH STOCK Telegraph, Telephone or Bring in Your Orders WE GROW OUR OWN FLOWERS. Rosgs and Carnations Our Specialty CUT EASTER LILIES Coustant Supply. Finest Quality. W.E.McKISSICK&BROS.rF-i- 1619-1621 Ransfead St., Philadelpliia n ^y CUT FLOWER BOXES EDWARDS FOjLDING BOX CO MANUFACTURERS PHILADELPHIA. ^PA. A \ . ^ ' / ^ CHAS. W. MeKELUR 51 WABASH AVE., CHICAGO Western Headquarters for Choice Orchids Valley, Roses and all Cut Flowers PETER REINBERQ WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS 51 Wabash Av.. Chicago, 111. Long Distance Phone, Central 6004 WINTERSON'S SEED STORE 45.47.49 Wabuh Ave., Chicago. Seedsmen, Plantsmen, Nurserymen Florists' Supplies We fan supply evervthing used hj th« Florist. SUI'PLY CATALOG FREE. Cor- respondence solicited. POEHLMANN BROS. CO. 13-35-37 Randolph St., • CHICAGO CUT FLOWERS Qreen houses, - Morton Grove. III. Rice Brothers lis N. «tii Street, niNNBAPOLIS, niNN. WHOLESALE FLORISTS and SUPPLIES CUT FLOWERS received tvice daily, and caa fill fovx orden to your satiafaction. A c»mplete line o< lianlT Greem — WILD SMILAX, BOXWOOD, ■ARDY FANCY FERNS, GALAX LEAVES. Write tor qaotationi on lar^ qtMBtities. I In ordsring goods plsasc add "I saw n In HORTICULTURE." WELCH BROS. AMERICAN BEAUTY, KILLARNEY. RICHnOND, HARVLAND AND ALL THE SUPERIOR ROSES, LILY OP THE VALLEY, CARNATIONS. ORCHIDS 226 Devonshire Street, Boston, Wlass. WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKETS— ™*"« ""'^^^"StirERs only CHICAGO Dec 21 1 TWIH CITIES I I Dec. 14 1 PHIL A. Dec. 21 BOSTOV Dec. 23 ROSES Am. Beauty, Fancy and Special.. . " Extra No. I ** Lower grades Bride, 'Maid, Chatenay, F. & S.... , *' " Lower grades ■ Killarney, Fan. & Sp " Lower grades Richmond, Fancy & Special. . ■ . . , " Lower grades My Maryland CARNATIONS, Nov. and Fan. Ordinary 90.0c 7500 50.00 25.00 13. 00 6.00 13. 00 6.00 35.00 15.00 25.00 13,00 6.00 MISOELLANEOUS Chrysanthemums, fancy '* ordinary jCattleyas Lilies.. Lily of the Valley Violets Mignonette Sweet Peas Roman Hy. Paper Whites Stevia Gardenias Adiantum Smllax Asparagus Plumosus, strings (100) *' *' & Spren. (too bchs.) 100.00 90.00 63.00 40.0c 30.00 10.00 20,00 10 00 50.00 35.00 33.00 8.00 12. 00 3.00 1. 00 6. CO 1.90 300 1.C0 50.00 15.00 60.00 to to to 100.00 to 15.00 5.00 2. DO 10.00 2.00 4 00 1.50 75.00 1,00 20.0c 75 oc 30.00 to to to to to to to to to to 30.00 20.00 13.00 10.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 4.00 8.00 5.00 5CO 4 00 2. CO to to 40.00 30.00 20.00 15.00 8.00 5.00 B.oo 6.00 10.00 8.00 10.00 5 00 3.00 15.00 10.00 40.00 12.50 3.00 •75 2.50 t.oo 33.00 1. 00 12.00 35.00 25.00 zo.oo 60.00 1500 4.00 4.00 1.50 35.00 1.25 15.-^0 50,00 3500 100.00 75.00 53.00 10.00 15. CO 10.00 25.00 lO.OO 3g.oo to.oo 10.00 800 5. CO 35 00 Iv.OO 83.00 13.00 3.00 1.23 5.00 I.OO 3.00 I.OO 40. CO I.OO 15.00 50.00 50.00 to 1 25.0c to to 60 oc to 30.00 to 20,0c 40.00 15.00 50.00 25.00 40.00 15.00 6 00 30. CO 15.00 6.00 3.O0 6.00 1 50 4.00 1.50 75.00 to 20.00 95.00 50.00 5 J.oc (2. 00 20.00 5 00 20.00 8 CO 30.00 8 00 12.00 8 00' 4 00 to to to 50.00 1 1.00 3.00 I 00 to 4.00 to 3.00 to 3.00 to I.OO to 40 00 to f.oo to 13.00 to to to 75.00 60 00 25 00 25.00 13. 00 25 00 12.00 50.00 12.00 25.00 12. 00 6.00 73.00 16.00 4.00 2.00 6.00 3.00 4.00 1.30 75.00 1.50 16 00 30.00 *o.co ILeJ.MMcGullough'sSonsCo. WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED Special attention given to shipping orders. Jobbers of Florists' Supplies, Seeds and Bulbs. :: :: Price lists on application. Phone, Main 584. 316Wa1nut St., Cincinnati, O. FLORISTS' SUPPLIES Send for New Catalogue H. Bayersdorfer & Co. 1189 ARCH ST., PHILADELPHIA. HERE'S GOOD NEWS I In our GREENS DEPARTMENT we have new crop Leucothoe, $7 50 pericoo: $i.oo per loo; Bronze Galax, the only stock in New England; Greeo Galax, new crop; New Imported Bronze Magnolia Foliage: Southern Smilax; Ferns; Laurel. In our FLOWER DEPARTMKNT, everything in Flowers, from Orchids down; finest quality, bottom market prices. We have secured the sole agency for Barrowi' sensational new fern, Nephrolepis magnifica; in pots or cut fronds. Try it, HENRY M. ROBINSON & CO. «', ^;".;'rn'pi:c:: Boston, Mass. LoHG Distance Phones, 2617-2618 Main. Prices Quoted in these Columns are for Dealers Only When Writine; to Advertisers Please Mention HORTICULTURE. December 25, 1909 HORTICULTURE 931 Flower Market Reports. This market, on Decem- BOSTON ber 23, is well supplied with practically every- thing in the way of seasonable cut flowers and the impression gained from an inspection of the wholesale marts is that there is little likelihood of any famine in any line. Business from out-of-town has been excellent, the demand for all Christmas greens having been exceptionally brisk and forecasting an equally lively flower call at the wind-up, but nothing sensa- tionally insistent or indicating present or expected starvation has come to light and the conviction grows that, while it is probable we are to have the biggest holiday trade ever experi- enced, there will be a sufficiency of material to supply everybody. Quality appears to be very high as a rule. Single violets are superb and calls from New York and elsewhere would seem to indicate that in places where the doubles have had exclusive sway hitherto, the singles are likely to sup- plant them, as they have already done in this market, where doubles have had but little standing for several years. The plant trade has been very satisfactory. growers being well cleaned up on azaleas, Lorraines, poinsettias and other holiday special- ties. Chicago market just he- CHICAGO fore Christmas, bore evidences of the fact that the long-looked-for cold weather is here. Whether the florists are ex- periencing as much benefit from this fact as they anticipated, is a matter of opinion. Still there is cold weather and cold weather. With the thermom- eter in the zero region for two weeks and flowers arriving frozen, the out- look for the holiday trade may natur- ally be a little depressing. At this writing there appears to be a general shortage, the carnation supply being the nearest to a sufficiency. Red car- nations will be scarce and the price Is away up. Roses of all kinds are in demand, red ones especially so. Beau- ties are at the top notch and many have come in frozen. Violets are of different prices, the California bring- ing J1.25 on Tuesday, while the short- er house grown ones are 75c. The New York violets have shared the fate of other flowers and some of the ship- ments come in frozen and worthless. Sweet peas will be of good quality and quantity is limited. Altogether as Christmas draws near the outlook for stock is not of the best and those who have anything good to sell will doubt- less get a good price for it. Some fortunate growers were able to disbud and otherwise cultivate their Rlchmonds so as to get them at their best for Christmas; 36-inch stems are reached by some of the fortunate ones and orders were taken early in the week for later delivery at $50.00 per 100. Tuesday the same grade brought from ?25 to $35. It has been a hustle and DETROIT a bustle all during last week to get enough ma- terial to satisfy the many demands of pleasure-hunting society. Supply at present is "between the frying pan and the fire"— dark cloudy weather and the secret desire to do a little pickling. Christmas trading opens very brisk and we are in hopes of hav- NEW YEAR C A C H year, more '— ' entertaining at at New Year's means more, and better busi- nesi, and this year will find us in splendid shape to care for our patrons. Quality the usual P/M Standard. Prices on Roses, Car- nations, etc., about 25 per cent less than Christmas. Greens and other staples about the same. Will be strong on Valley, Gardenias, Beauties, Killarneys, Mar> lands and Car- nations. S. S. Pennock-Meehan Co. The Wbolesale Plorlsta of i0os=ao rvctdiow St., PHILADELPHIA, PA 1212 New York Av»., WASHINGTON. D.C. 9oai.i<^ WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKETS.-to db''a\"e^"b°6nly. CINCINNATI Dec. ai DETROIT Dec. 2t BUFFALO Dec. 21 PITTSBURO Dec. 31 ROSES Am. Beauty, Fan. and Sp. " Extra No.i *' Lower grades Bride, 'Maid, Chatenay, F. & S.. '* " Low.gr KUlarncy , Fan. & Sp " Lower grades Richmond, Fancy & Special " Lower grades My Maryland CARNATIONS, Novelties and Fancy *' Ordinary MISCELLANEOUS Chrysanthemums, Fancy *' Ordinary. Cattleyas LUics. Lily of the Valley Violets Mignonette Sweet Peas Roman Hy. Paper Whites Stevia Gardenias. Adiantum ■ , Smllax Asparagus Plumosus, strings (loo) " " & Spren. (loobchs.) 90.0c 50.00 30.00 to 100.00 to 75. CO to 40 00 19. 00 6.00 13.00 6.00 13 03 6,00 15 00 10.00 15.00 1 0.00 15.00 10.00 1. 00 to 10 03 25'00 13. 00 13. 00 3.00 >-50 3.00 3.00 1. 00 1 3. 00 to to to to to to to to to to to to to to to so.oo 4. CO 2 00 4 00 1.50 1 3. CO 50.00 35.CO 75 00 to. 00 50.00 12.00 18.00 10.00 16.00 10,00 18.00 10.00 lO.O 6. CO 4 00 75.00 13.00 3.00 1.50 4 00 1-50 3.C0 1. 00 35 CO ISO 15.00 3.00 30 00 to 100 00 to 75-^'- to bo.oo to 40.00 to 25-oc to 18.00 to 25 00 to 18.00 to 35.00 to 18.00 to 35.00 to 10.00 CO 6.CO to to I CO. 00 to 20.0c to 5,00 to 2 00 to 8.00 to 2.00 to 4. CO to 1.50 to 50. CO to 3.00 to BO.OO to 5.00 to 50.00 75-00 50.00 25.00 15.00 10.00 20. CO 10.00 20 00 15.00 5.00 20.00 8 00 :5.oo 4.00 I 50 3.00 1. 00 3. CO 1. 00 25.00 25.00 to 100.00 to 60.00 to 40.00 to 20.00 to 20.00 to 15.00 to 25.00 to ;o,oo to 35. CO to 20.00 to 25 00 to 8.00 tu 5 ot to 25.00 to 10.00 10 to 20,00 to 5 -Of to 2.50 to ^,co to 1.50 to 4.00 to '■25 to to 1.50 to 1^.00 to 50.00 8s o- bo.co 15 00 12 50 30.00 8. CO 20 CO 8.00 35.00 30 00 15.00 ICO.CO 73 00 50.00 i5,oc> 25.00 15 00 70.0c 15.00 35.00 I 2.00 4 00 75 CO t*.- lOO.OO" I , 00 to 18 00 5- 00 3.30 8.00 1.50 4.00 »-50 3 CO "■SO 6.00 1.00 2.00 l.CO 50.00 15.00 10. 00 35 00 "■50 30.00 63.00 6 00 ing a better holiday at better prices than ever. This may sound somewhat sanguine, but is good logical calcula- tion. Most of the stores have exten- sive society affairs booked for this- week as well as the week after Christ- mas. (Reports continued on page 03^^ •932 flORTICULTURE December 25, 1909 FORD BROTHERS 4S West 28th street NEW YORK FINE BOS[S, FKy CiillONS A Full Line of All CUT FLOWERS Telephone, 3870 or 38T1 Madison Square H. E. FROMENT Wholesale Commission Florist, Choice Cut Flowers, 57 West 28th St. :: NEW YORK Telephones: 2200, 2201, Madison Square. Alfred H. Langjahr All choice cut-flowers in season. Send for quotations. Correspondence with shippers of first-class stock invited. 55 West 28th Strept New York Telephones 4C26-4627 MadlBOn Sqaflre Edward C. Horan Wholesale Florist 55 WEST 28th ST. 1M. \m MwlUon Square NCW YOrfc B. S. SLINN, JR. VIOLETS Selllnsr Agent for the Largrest and Best Growers in tbe Hudson Kiver District. 55an(l57;West26tliSt..NewYorkClty. FRANK MILLANG Wholesale Florist 55-57 West 26th St., NEW YORK Shipment^, any qnantity, Whole- sale jMartet Rates. Greater New YorK Florists' Association, Inc. Now Open for Gut Flower Consignments 162 Livingston Street, BROOKLYN, N. Y. Geo. W. Crawbuck Telephone Connection Manager 3642-43 Main Moore, Hentz & Nash Wholesale Commission Florists SS and 57 West 26th Street telephone No. 756 ^i _ %» i M»liMn Square NCW YOrlC MILLANC BROS. WHOLESALE FLORISTS 41 West Twenty-Eighth Street •Pho»«» ||g» nadlson Sq. NEW YORK RCRD (SL KEI^LCR 122 West 28th St., New Voric Florists' Supplies We manufacture all our ^etal Designs, Baskets, lire Work & NoTeltles and are dealers in ■itwart Decorative Greent and RaHtts' Reaulsttes i JOHN I. RAYNOR Wholesale Commission Florist '^ItkoKtr'^oRolB^s A tull line of Choice Cut Flower Stock for all purposes. Comprises every variety grown for New Vork market, at current prices TBU 1998 HADisoN SQUARE 49 West 28th St., New York City Walter F. Gheridan Wholesale Commistion l>ealer in CHOICE CUT FLOWERS 39 West 28th Strut, New York Telephone: 3532-3S.'l Madison Squar* HEADQUARTERS FOR NOVELTIES ORCHIDS A SPECIALTY CRADK or VAImLEY on mam D CARDENIAS, DAISIES, ROSES AND CARNATIONS JAMES McMANUS, 7Js"M.d!sa.42 W. 28th St.. New York PHILIP F KESSLER ^^ ^ ^^ "* "^^^^ ^^' "''*' ^"^'^ '^'^ CUT FLOWERS Sunday Open from 5 a. m. to 6 p. m, till 10 a. m. Tcl. 5243 and 2921 Madison Sq. Res,, 345 J Finest Lilies In the Market Every Day in the Year Newtown. NEW YORK QUOTATIONS PER 100. To Dealers Only ROSES AND CARNATIONS American Beauty, Fancy and Special • * * ' Extra No. I •' •' Lower Grades Bride, '/laid, Golden Gate, Fancy and Special ' ' *• Lower Grades Klilarney , Fancy and Special * ' Lower Grades Richmond, Fancy and Special " Lower Grades Hy riaryland Carnations , Fancy and Novelties. *' Ordinary Last Half of Week | endin gOec 1909 18 9Q.OO to 33.00 12.00 to 20.00 6.00 to 10.00 l.CO to 4 00 6.00 to 8.00 1. 00 LO 4.00 6.00 to 10.00 I. so to 4.00 6/X3 to 10.00 1,00 to 5.00 "■so to 10,00 a.oo to 3.0© 1. 00 to a. 00 Holiday Prices December 21 40.00 to 13.00 to 12.00 to 4. CO to 12.00 to 3. CO to 10.00 3. CO 15 00 to 4 00 to 4 00 to 5.00 to 3. CO to to 8 IS-— 35-e» 20.4 -oa 30.0a 10.00 3o.oa lo.aa 4.C0 Alexander J. Guttman THE WHOLESALE FtORIST OF NEW YORK :34 MrJESTS-^fitH STREET > " PHONES. io64--166J'->*ADISON JOUARK 1 ENOUCfi SAID CENTRALLY LOCATED, THE HUB OP THE FLOWER MARKET SECTION CHARLES MILLANG Wholesale Florist 55 & 57 W. 26 St., NEW YORK Telephone 7062 Madison thTkervan company Fresh Cut Evergreens, Mosses. Southern Smilax, Galax and Leucothoe. Preserved and Fresh wut Cycas and Palmetto. T.i. !J|J9iM,d.s,. 1 13 W. 28 St., New York. WILLIAM H. KUEBLER Brooklyn's Foremost and Best WHOLESALE COMMISSION HOUSE A First Class Market for all CUT FLOWERS 28 Willoughby St., Brooklyn, N. Y. Tel. 4591 Main Uurand & Marohn MANUFACTURERS OF All Kinds of Wire Work Florists' Wire Designs a Specialty 24BoaverSt., ALBANY, N.Y. December 25, 1909 HORTICULTURE 933 WHOLESALE FLORISTS 54 West 28th St. NEW YORK Ulenhone 3559 Madison Sq. A. L. YOUNG & CO. RECEIVERS & 8HIP< PERS OF CUT FLOWERS. CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED. MICHIGAN CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE, Inc. WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS CoDSl^niiMots SolicKed Baniy Fancy Fern Our SpfeUdty t8-40 BROADWAY, DETROIT. MICH. Count your spools in the boxes of MEYER GREEN SILKALINE AND THEN COUNT THE OTHER PARTIES John C. Meyer & Co., Boston and Lowell, Mass. KRiCK^FTORTsf NOVELTIES Manufacturer and Patentee of the Per- (cct Adjustable Pot Handle or Hanger, Perfect Adjustable Plant Stands and the riginal Genuine ImmorteUe Let- ters, etc. Every Letter Marked. 1164-66 Greene Av., Brooklyn, N.Y, For Sale by all Supply Houses WILLIAM F.KASTING CO. WHOLESALE FLORISTS 383-387 Ellicott Street BUFFALO, - N. Y. SOUTHERN WILD SMILAX Now ready In limited quantity. E. A. BEAVEN EVERGREEN, ALABAMA. BUY BOSTON FLOWERS N. F. McCarthy & go., 84 Hawley St. BOSTON'S BEST HOUSE GROWERS FOR NEW YORK MARKET Are 'DTlted to call or write. I can dispose of your flowers for the coming season at top prices and guarantee prompt returns. Bstabllehed 1887 Open 6 A. M Dally 1el. 167 Madison Sq. J. K. ALLEN 106 W. 28th St. New York Flower Market Reports. NEW YORK QUOTA f IONS PER 100. To Dealers Only {Continued from page QjO Genuine winter INDIANAPOLIS weather is here and a healthful tone pervades the cut flower market. There is no longer an over-supply of anything. Prices have hardened and the quality of the goods is now perfect. Beauties have been in fair demand and a few specials reached record figures for the season to date. Of other roses some remarkable stock of My Mary- land, Killarney and Richmond are ar- riving. Three and one-half foot stems on these and a good lively demand for some. Bride and Bridesmaid, however, are not relegated to the discard by any means and the best of them are bringing top-notch prices. The demand for orchids cleans up the market daily at good figures. There will be very few chrysanthemums left for the holi- days. Carnations are all high grade now; even the smallest growers have high-class quality only. Of bulbous stock there is ample supply. Peas, lily of the valley, cypripediums, violets, callas and lilies are in good supply and move well. All things considered, the outlook is bright and cheerful and there seems to be no reason why wholesaler, retailer and grower should not have the best Christmas ever. The usual lull which NEW YORK precedes the holiday uproar has prevailed throughout the wholesale flower dis- tricts during the firjt halt of the week. The niaiket is well supplied with most of the regular staples and it seems probable that, of roses and carnations especially, there will be a plentiful supply in readiness for the contem- plated rush of Friday and Saturday. There is in evidence a good crop of American Beauty, Maryland, Killarney and a suflHciency of Bride and Brides- maid roses and the quality is fine all through. While the carnation crop is not particularly heavy no shortage is feared. The call, up to the time of making this report, is quite limited. MISCELLANEOUS Catttoyw. Lily of the Valley Narcis. Paptr White Chrysanthemums " Lower Grades Violets Sweet Peas (per loo bchs) | 6.00 Gardenias Adlaotutii Smilax Asparagus Plumosus, strings • ■ " " & Sprcn. (100 bch«) LastH ■If of Week 1 ending 0« c. 18 1309 40.00 to 750c 6.00 to 8.00 2.00 to 5.CO 1.50 to 1 00 8.00 to 15.00 5 CO to 6.00 .40 to • TS 6.00 to xo.oo 15.00 to 35 00 50 to ■75 8.00 to 12.00 16.00 to 35.00 30.00 to 25.00 Holiday Prices December 21 40.00 10.00 3. CO 1.50 8.00 5.00 ■5» 8.00 8.00 ■ 50 (O.OO 30.00 30.00 to 75,0c la to to to to to to to to to to (o 4.00 3.00 iS.oo 6.o« 1.33 I '.CO 50.00 I 00 13.00 •S.oo •S.o» Violets move rather reluctantly and gardenias and lily of the valley lack the snap of two weeks ago. Orchids are holding their own in good shape. Chrysanthemums are about closed out. For the week PHILADELPHIA before Christmas conditions proved better than expected, as there is usu- ally a lull from about the 11th to the ISth. Business was really better for the week than it has been for some years back, which augurs well for Christmas trade. At this writing (De- cember 20lh), prices have jumped in many lines — two days earlier than the date set for the usual holiday figures. This is notably the case with carna- tions and violets. There have been a few dull days lately, which has doubt- less had some effect in keeping stock back. American Beauty roses as a general thing are in splendid shape- better than for years. The track seems all clear for a magnificent business and we hope to give a good report next week. As supplementary to the quotations in regular prices current, the following seasonable items should be added: Roses— Liberty fancy and special, $35 to $50, lower grades, $10 to $15; Mrs. Jardine, $12 to $25; Perle and Sunrise, $12. Poinsettias, $25 to $50. Callas, $25. Daisies, white, $3; yellow, $4. Snapdragon, $15. Bouvar- dia, $5 to $6. Cypripediums, $15. Den- drobiums, $50. Adiantum Farleyense, $15 per 100. Galax »"« LeuGothoe Quality, Packing and Price All Right Wholesale Only. Send for Quotations. J.L.BANNER, MO'^^^g^"^ Ferns and Leucothoe FRESH FROM THE PATCH Fancy Ferns, 75c per 1000 Dagger Ferns, 75c per 1000 Leucothoe Sprays Green $2.00 " " " " Bronze 3.00 " ** Temis. cash with first order B. L BRINKLEY, Shell Creek, Tenn. 48 W. 29th Street. New York CHy Telephone No. 1757 Mad. 8q. FLORISTS' SUPPLIES GALAX, bronze and green, fresh crop, tLOO, 1000; *7.50, 10,000. LKDCOTHOB PKAYS, 75c, 100. GRKKN SHHBt MOSS, $2.00 larce bag. Wired Toothpicks Manufactured by W. J. COWEE, BERLIN, N. Y. <%on....>1.75; 50,000.... $7.50. SampU in*. For »ale by dealers In ordering goods please add "I saw it in HORTICULTURE." 934 HORTICULTURE December 25, 1909 Buyer's Directory and Ready Reference Guide Advertisements under this head, one cent a word. Initials count as words. DlBplay adverUBenj In thlfl taaoe we also listed under thla clasalflcaUon without charge. Refweuce to List of AdTertlserB will Indicate the resp«ctlT« pages. .,,♦.. .v Buyers falling to find what they want In this Itet will confer a faror by wn.Mng us and we will try to put them In communication with reliable dealars. AOOOimTANT B. J. Dy»art, 28 State St.. BoatsB. For page aee Llat of AdTertlaera. ABIANTTJMS QedfrcT Aachmann, 1012 West OnUrto St., Phlladelpbia, Pa. AGEBATUMS Ageratums. flue purple, rooted cuttings, 50c. per lUO. $4.00 per lUOO; 3-in., 3c. eacn. W E Trimble Greenhouse Co., Princeton, 111. ALTERNANTHEBAS Alternantheras, red and yellow, rooted cuttings, 50c. per 101); ?4.00 per 1000. Cash. W E Trimble Greenhouse Co., Princeton, m. ALYSSUM Alyssum. best for florists, rooted cuttings, 50c. per 100; $4.00 per 1000. Cash. W. B. Trimble Greenhouse Co., Princeton, 111. ARAUCARIAS A. Lenthr A Co., PerklDB St. Nnnetlas, BoallDdale, Maaa. For page aee Uat of Advertlsera. ASF ABACUS Aaparasna plnmosna from 2hi Inch pota, 12.80 per 100; f.rj.50 per 1000. Cash wHh •rder, pleas*. Floral Ulll Gardena, Q. F. Nelpp, Prop., Cbatbam, N. J. A few hundred Asparagus Sprengerl out of 2 in. pots, flue plants, 2c. each. H. J. Blanchard, Ashburnham, Mass. Asparagus plumosus, 2!^-ln., $2.50 per 100; Sprengerl seedlings. Ic, $9.00 per 1000; Sprengerl, 2%-in., 2y2C.: 3-in., 5c.; 4in., 10c. cash. W. E. Trimble Greenhouse Co., Princeton, III. AZALEAS Bobbink & Atlilns, Rutherford, N. J. For page aee List of AdTertlsera. A. Lentby, Roallndale, Mass. For page aee Llat of AdTertlsera. Oodtrer Aachmann, 1012 West Ontario St.. Philadelphia. Pa. For page aee Llat of Adrertlaen. BAMBOO OAKE8 Yokohama Narsery Co., 81 Barclay Btreot, New York. Bamboo Sticks, Colored Green. For page see List of Adverttoerm. BAT TBEES. BobblDk & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. 2000 Bay and Box Trees In all alaea. Pyramid and Standards. Write for Hat. JoIluB Rnehra. Rutherford. N. J. BEDDING PIJVNTS A. Lenthy A Co., Perklna Bt. Nanorlca, Roallndale, Maaa. For page see List of Advertlaera. O. Aachmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., Phila- delphia, Pa. B. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., White Marah, Maryland. For page aee Llat of AdTcrtlaera. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. For page Hee List of AdTertlsera. Edward WalUs, Atco, N. J. For page see List of AdTertlsera. BEGONIAS Godfrey Aachmann. 1012 Weat Ontario Bt, Philadelphia, Pa. BOXLEBS BOILERS. "Burnham" Boilers mad* for freeoboaae heating. Lord & Bnmham, IISS Broadway, N. Y. • Kroeschell Bros. Co., 466 Erie St., Chicago. For page aee Uat of AdTertlsera. BOOKS Iris, Peony and Phlox Manuals, 25 cts. each In Stamps. C. S. Harrison, York, Nebraska. BOX'WOOD TREES New England Nnrserlea, Inc., Bedford. Maaa. For pag* *e* Llat of AdTertlsera. Bobbink & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. For page see List of AdTertlsera. BUILDING MATEBIAI. BDILDINO MATERIAL of all daacrlp- tlon for All Cypresa, Semi-Iron. Iron Fran* or Trnaa Houses. Hot Bed Saah and Frames. Lord & Burnham Co., 1133 Broad- way. N. Y. BTTLBS AND TUBEB8 Joseph Breck t Sona, 47-54 N. Market St., Boston. Dotch and French Bnlba. For page aee Llat of AdTertlsors. J. M. Thorbum & Co., 33 Barclay St, New York. For page aee Uat of AdTertla*ra. A. T. Hoddlngtoo, 842 W. 14th St.. N. T. For page see List of Advenlser^. Blckarda Bros., 37 Boat 10th St., New York. For page see List of Adrertlaers. a. W. MIchell Co., Philadelphia. For page aee Llat of Adrertlaera. T. J. Grey * Co., 82 aad 88 So. Market St.. Boston. Bermuda Lilies For page aee List of ^dTertlaera. Yokohama Nnraery Co., 31 Barclay St.. New York. For page see Llat of AdTertlsers. Ralph M. Ward * Co., 12 W. Broadway. New York. Lily Bulbs, Horseshoe Brand. For page see Llat of AdTertlsera. Schlegel & Fottler Co., 28 & 27 S. Market St.. Boston. French and Dutch Bnlbs. For page see List of AdTertlsera. H. E. Flske Seed Co., Boston, Masa. For Page See List of Advertlsera. Berrydale Experiment Gardens, Holland, Mich. For page see List of Advertise'^. E. S. Miller, Wading BlTer, N. Y. For Page See List of Advertisers. CALCEOLARIAS "WANTED Knight & Struck, New York, N. Y. O ANNAS CANNAS — Best sorts, big stock. Send for list. C. Betscher. Canal Dover, O. OABNATIONS F. Domer & Sons Co., Lafayette, Ind Carnations tor Immediate DellTory. For page see List of Advertisers. Chicago Carnation Co.T~JoIlet, III. Sangamo and Conquest. For page see Ust of Advertlaers. CARNATIONS— Continned S. J. Renter t Son, Weaterly, B. 1. Field Grown Camatlona. For page ae« List of AdTertlaats. Baur & Smith, Indianapolis, Ind. Patten & Co., Tewksbury, Mass. Carnation Shasta. For page see List of Advertisers. A. C. Brown, Sprlngfleld, III. Carnation Sangamo. For page see List of Advertisers. Chas. Knopf Floral Co., Richmond. Ind.. and S. J. Reuter & Son, Inc., Westerly, B. I. Carnation Admiration. For page see Llat of Advertlsera. Wood Bros., Flshklll. N. Y. For page see List of AdTertlsera. C. S. Ford, West Park, Phlladelpbia, Pa. New Carnation Constant. For page see l.lst of Advertisers. Edward Walljs, Atco, N. J. For Page See List of Advertlsera. Cottage Gardens Co., Queens, L. I., New York. Carnations Alma Ward and Mrs. C. W. Ward. For page see List of Advertisers. Skidelsky & Irwin Co., I'hlladelphla, Pa. Rooted Cuttings. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Heac«ek Co., Wyncote, Pa. New Carnation Dorothy Gordon. Well rooted carnation cuttings. En- chantress. $2.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. White Perfection, $2.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. Pink I>awson, .f2.00 per 100; $15.00 per 1000. Itose-pink Enchantress, $3.50 per 100; $30.00 per 1000. Red Beacon, $3.00 per 100; $25.00 per 1000. Red Victory, $2.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. Winsor. $2.50 per 100; $20 (10 per 1000. Variegated- Mrs. Pat- ten, ,1;2.50 per 100; $20.00 per 100t>. Cash. W. E. Trimble Greenhouse Co., Princeton, in^ CARNATIONS— Send for prices on what you want. A. M. Herr, Lancaster, Pa. CARNATION STAPLE Plllsbury's Carnation Staple, 50a Mi 1000. postpaid. I. L. PlUsbory, Oaleabarg, 111. CHRISTMAS AND EASTER PLANTS Godfrey Aschmann, Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. William W. Edgar Co., Waverley, Maaa. For page see List of Advertisers. Paul DeNave, Fall River, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Robert Craig Co., Philadelphia. Pa. Thomas Roland. Nahant. Mass. OHBTSANTHEMUMS C. H. Totty. MadUoB. N. J. For page see List of Advertlsera. Wood Bros., FlshkUl. N. Y. Chrysanthemums Rooted Cutting^ Elmer D .^.^. „. Smith & Co., Adrian, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. CHRYSANTHEMUM STOCK PLANTS, at reduced price for this week, to clear benches. Golden Glow, Pacific Supreme. G. S. Kaib, October Frost, Polly Rose, Early Snow, Clem. Touset. Ivory. Byron, W. Bonnaffon, White Cloud, Merza, Glory of I'acific, Roserie, P. Ivory. Duckham, Dr. Enguehard, Monrovia, Halllday, Pitcher, Bonnaffon, Baby etc., at 3c.; Poehlmann, Golden Eagle. 5c.; Gloria, 10c. ; Baby Mar- gerett 15c. Send for list of 60 varieties. Stafford Floral Co., Stafford Springs. Conn. For List of Advertisors See Page 939 December 25, 1909 rtOKTlCULTURE 935 CHRYSANTHEMUMS — Continued CHUYSANTIIEMUM STOCK PLANTS. Mrs. Kalb, Estelle, White Boiiuaffon, Alice B.viou, Ansele Lauieut, Uesjouls. Glory of Pacific, Maud Dcau, Pink ivory. Rosette, Amorita, Major lionuallou. Cremo, Halliday, Yellow Jones, Golden Glow, Baby, 30 cents per doz. ; $4.00 per loO. Golden Eagle and Baby Margaret, $1.50 per dozen; ?lu.uo per lix). William Swayue, P. O. Bos :Jlo, Keuaett Square. Pa. HerrlQgton'i book on tbe Chrjuatb* .mnm mailed to your address for 00c.. b; Horticulture PubllBblng Co., 1) Hamlltv Place, Boston. CINNAMON VINES CINNAMON VINES— Big stock, extra large bulbs. C. Betacher, Canal Dover, O. CONITERS Jobn Waterer & Sons, Ltd., AmerlcmA Nursery, Itaifsbot, Eng. For page lee List of AdTertlaer*. Eastern Nurseries, Jamaica Plain, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. COSMOS - Early Flowering Headquarters seed. New England grown. The trade supplied, each variety separate. lOe. a package. U. N. Smith, South Sad- 'bni7, Mass. CUT FLOWER BOXES. Edwards Folding Hoi Co., PhlladelphU. For page see List of Advertisers. Folding cut flower boxes, tbe best made Write for list. Uoltoa & Uaukel Co., Mil waukee. Wts. WE PAY THE FREIGHT On Cot Flower Boxes. On all orders for -$15.00 or more received during October we will pay the freight east of the MlsslsslppL All orders west of the river, we pay to the river. Samples of stock and prices on r»- Oaest. Climax Manufacturing Co., Castor land, N. Y. Uept. U. CYCLAMEN Thomas Rolaud, Nahant, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers, DAHLIAS Peacock Dahlia Farms, Wlillamstowo June tlon. N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Herbert, Atco, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. J. L. Moore, Northboro, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. If you are looking for up-to-date Dahlias send for my 1910 trade prices on field clumps. J. K. Alexander, The Eastern Dahlia King, E. Bridgewater, Mass. DAHLIA — Big stock, big clumps, best sorts. C. Betscher, Canal Dover, O. DECORATIVE PIA.NTS A. Leuthy & Co., Perkins St., Nurserlea. Rosllndale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Robert Craig Co., Market and 49th Sta., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. John Scott, Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of AdTertlsera. Anton Schulthels, College Point, N. Y. For page see I.lst of Advertisers. DRACAENAS Dracaena indivisa. ;i-in.. 5c. ; 4-in., 12c.; fine field-grown stock, ready for 5 and 6-in, pots. Cash. W. E. Triralile Greenhouse Co., Princ(^ton. III. EVERGREENS New England Nurseries, Bedford, Uass. For page see List of Advertisers. Bohbink * Atkins. Rutherford, N. J. For page see List of AdTertlsers. FERNS A. Leuthy & Co.. Rosllndale. Maaa. For page see List of Advertisers. II. U. Barrows & Son, Whitman, klasi Nephrolepis Magulfica. For page see List of Advertisers. John Scott, Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Frank Oechslin, 4911 Quincy Street, Chicago. Ferns for Dishes. For page see List of Advertisers. A. N. Pierson, Cromwell, Conn. For page see List of Advertisers. Julius Uoehrs Co., Rutherford, N. J. Karlcyense. For page see List of Advertisers. Robert Craig Co., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. F. It. riersou, Tarrytown-on-IIudsou, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Anderson's ferns for In and ontdoora. L,argest commercial collection In the cooa- ■.ry. Ask for descriptive catalogue. J. F. knderson. Fern Specialist, Short HIila. N. 1. FERNS FOR DISHES Ferns for Dishes in six varieties, good bushy plants, 2H inch, $3.50 per 100; $30.00 per 1000. H. Hansen, 106 Avon St., Mai- den, Mass. FERTILIZERS Pulverized Manure Co., 31 Union Stock Yards. Chicago, ill. Wizard Brand Cattle Manure. The Caledonia Mar! Co.. Caledonia, N. Y. Agricultural Lime. For page see List of Advertisers. FLORISTS' LETTERS. ttuaton Florist Letter Co., 66 Pearl St.. Boston. Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. <♦. C. Krtck, 1164-66 Greene Ave., Brook- lyn, N. Y. Immortelle Letters. For page see List of Advertisers. Eastern Nurseries, Jamaica Plain, Mass. For page see t,ist of Advertisers. FLORISTS SUPPLIES >. F. McCarthy & Co., 84 Hawley St, Boeton. For page see List of Advertisers. a. M. Robinson A Co., 15 Province St. and It Chapman Place, Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. M. Rice & Co., 1220 Race St., Phila., Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. tleed & Keller, 1£2 W. 25th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers, H. Bayersdorfer & Co., 1129 Arch St., Philadelphia. For page see List of Advertisers. Rosens, 48 West 2yth St., New York City. For page see List of Advertisers. Mapes Rustic Works, Clayton, N. J. Rustic Vines, Branches, Bark, Etc. For page see List of Advertisers. FLOAVER POTS W. H. Ernest, 28th and M Sts., Washington, D. C. For page see List of Advertisers. The Peters & Reed Pottery Co., Red Pots, Seed Pans, etc. Zauesville, O. ~i! H^ Hews & Co., Cambridge, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Hllflnger Bros.. Ft. Edward. N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Syracnse Pottery Co., Syracase, N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Peters & Reed Pottery Co., Zanesville, O. For page see List of Advertisers. FLO'WER POT COVER Ever Ready Flower Pot Cover Co., Buffalo. N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. FRUIT TREES Dwsrf Frnit Trees, by F. A. Waagh, mailed to your address for 55 cents by Horticulture Puhllshlug Co., 11 Hamilton OAX.AX Michigan Cnt Flower Co., 88 and 40 Broa4 way, Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. Bice Bros.. 115 N. Oth St., MlnnoapoUa, Minn. For page see List of Advertisers. J. L. Banner, Montezuma, N. C. Galax and Leucotboe. For page see List of Advertisers. G. A. Holder. Round Peak, N. C. Bronz Galax. H. M. Robinson & Co.. 15 Province St, For page see List of Advertisers. T. J. Ray & Co.. Elk Park, N. C. Galax, Ferns, Leucothoe, Etc. GERANIUMS R. Vlnce.-it. Jr. & Sons Co., White Uarak, Md. For page see List of Advertisers. Geraniums, S. A. Nutt. Beauty Poltevlne, Madame Barney. BucUner, from field, 5c. each; rooted cuttings, $i).UO per luoo; un- rooted, $5.00 per 1000. Carl Dornblrer, 6417 Carnegie Ave.. Cleveland, O. Geraniums Ricard. S. A. Nutt, Buchner, from 2 and 2V4 in. pots, extra fine lot of strong, cool-grown plants; $2.25 per 100; $20.00 per louO; and mixed $2.00 per loO, $1S.U0 per 1000. J. R. Brooks, Oxford De- pot,_OrangeCo^^_N^_Y^ 100,000 geraniums. Our stock is in fine shai)e and includes the foliowiug superb bedders: S. A. Nutt. Beaute Poltevlne. Al- phonse Ricard, double Gen. Grant. E. G. Hill, John Doyle Columbia, La Favorite, Snow Queen, Mrs. Perkins, Mme. Salleroi, Variegated S. A. Nutt. Rose-leaf, Ivy, Chas. Turner and La Rosiere. rooted cuttings, $1.50 per 100. $ln.00 per 1000: 2 in.. $2.00; 2V>-in.. $2.50: 3-in., $4.00: 4-in.. .$7.00 per 100. Cash. W. E. Trimble Greenhouse Co., Princeton. 111. Geraniums, strong 2 In. stock, Nutt, Heteranthe, Jean Viaud, La Favorite, L'Aube, Hill, $2.00 per 100; $18.00 per 1000; our selection. $17.00 per 1000. Pamela, $4.00 per 100. Anastasie Lecadre, $3.00 per 100. Red Wing, best novelty of the season. 25c. each; $2,150 per doz. Write for Geranium Catalogue. F. H. De Witt, & Co., Wooster, Ohio. GLADIOLI E. S. Miller, Wading River, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. J. L. Moore, Northboro, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Surplus stock of choice named gladioli. Also bulbs and bulMets from my private collection at hargaiu prices. L. Merton Gage. Orange. Mass. GLADIOLI — Best sorts, extra mixtures, all sizes. C. Betscher, Canal Dover. O. GLASS Boston Plate & Window Glass C*., Boatoa. For page see List of Advertisers. Standard Plate Glass Co., 26-30 Sodbary St., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co.. Western Ave., betwaea 25th A 26th Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Sharp, Partridge & Co., 22d & Lumber Bta., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. Parshelsky Bros., Inc., 69 Montrose Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Metropolitan Material Co., i:-i92-1402 Metro- politan Ave., Brooklya. N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Greenhouse glass, lowest prices. Joha- ston Glass Co., Hartford City. Ind. Glass. High Grade, Double Thick Green- house Glass. Lord & Bnmham, 1133 Broad- way, N. Y. GLAZING POINTS H. A. Dreer. Philadelphia. Pa. Peerless Glazing Point. For page see List of Advertisers. GLAZING POINTS. Lord & Hnrnham. Special Glazing Nails (Points). Lord * nnmhnm. 113.'! Broadway. N. Y. in writing to Advertisers kindly mention Horticulture 936 fiORTlCULTURC December 25, 190& GOLD FISH Price list now ready. Extra large and fine crop of flsh this season. No fungus; no lUe. Our little book, "The Gold KIsh Dealer's Guide," tells you how to handle flsh, prevent and cure diseases; free to cus- tomers. Glen Mary Fish Farm, Chas. Pom- mert. Prop., Amelia, O. Largest gold flsh hatchery In the world. Gold Flsh, Aquarium Plants; largest T»- rlety In the country. Send for price-list. Franklin Barrett, 4815 D St., Phlla., Pa. GREENHOUSE BUIIiDING MAT>- RIAl. Lord * Bambam Co., 1133 Broadway, New York. For page see List of AdTertl«er». Plerwn U-Uar Co., 1 Madison 8q., N. 1. For page see List of AdTcrtlserm. A. T. Stearns Lnmber Co., NcpooMt, Boston. For page see List of AdyertUiera. KIDK Construction Co., N. Ton«w»nd«. New York. For page see List of AdTertUera. Bltcblngs & Co., 1170 Broadway, New Tack. For page see List of Advertisers. J C. Monlnger Co.. 117 Kast Blackhawk St., Chicago, 111. For page see List of Adyertlsers. Foley Mf«. Co.. Western ATe., b««we»» 25th & 2«th Sts.. Chicago- Pecky Cypress for Benches. For page nee List of Advertlaers. It. Jacobs & Snnx. lS,'i9'63 Flnshlng At«, Brooklyn. N. Y. GREENHOUSE CONSTRUCTIO* CRKENIIODSB CONSTRrTCTION, SomI Iron Greenhouse, New Truss Houses and Iron Frame Houses. Lord A Barnham. 1183 Broadway. N. Y. Foley Mfg. Co.. Western Ave., between 23th & 28th Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. BItchlngs A Co., 1170 Broadway, New Twt. For page see List of Advertisers. GUTTERS GUTTEKS, Cast Iron Gutters, L. A B Improved V Shaped Gutter with drip gst ter attachment. Lord & Burnbam, lUi Broadway, N. Y. HAIIi INSURANCE Florists' Hall Asso. of America. 1. G. Esler, Saddle Ulver. N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. HARDY FERNS, MOSS AND GREENS H. M. Robinson & Co., 15 Province St. and 9 Chapman Place, Boston. Mass. For page see List of Advertlaers. Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, 88 and 40 Broadway. Detroit, Mich. For page see List of Advertisers. ne Kervan Co., 113 W. 28th St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Rice Bros., US N. eth St., MlnneapeUs. Minn. For page see List of Advertisers. Pittsburg Cut Flower Co., Ltd., Pittsburg. Pa. Boxwood Sprays. For page yev List of Advertlaers. B. L. Brickloy. Shell Creek, Temi. Ferns and Leiu-othoe. For page see List of Advertisers. HEATING APPARATUS Lord A Hurnham Co., 113ii Broadway. New York. For page iiee Llat of Advertisers. Plerson D-Itar Co., 1 Madison 8q., N. T For page see List of Advertisers. Kroeechell Bros. Co.. 4R8 Erie St.. Chlcage For page see List of Advertisers. HERBACEOUS PERENNIALS P. Onwerkerk, P. O. No. 1, Hoboken. N. J For page see List of Advertisers. New Eneland Nurseries. Bedford. Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. HOLLY Holly wreaths. Box holly. Holly wreaths a specialty, In large and small quantities. Selected box holly. Write for prices. H. K. Conwell, Milton, Del. HOSE Henry A. Dreer, Philadelphia, Pa. Garden Hose. HOT-BED SASH The A. T. Steams Lnmber Co., Neponsec Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Plerson D-Bar Co., I Madison Sq., N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Lord A Bnrnbam Co.. 1133 Broadway, N. Y For page see List of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co.. Western Ave., iMtwesa 2.'Sth A 26tb Sts., Chicago. For page see List of Advertisers. HYDRANGEAS. Henry A. Dreer, Philadelphia, Pa. Hydrangea Horteusls Otaksa. INSECTICIDES. NIcotlcldo kills all greenhouse pests. P. R. Palethorpe Co.. Eleventh St., Owensbore, Ky. For page see List of Advertisers. Stnmpp A Walter Co.. 60 Barclay St.. New York. Kllmdead Tobacco Dnst. For page see List of Advertisers. B. G. Pratt Co., 50 Church St., New York. Scaleclde. For page see List of Advertisers. Geo. E. Talmadge. Inc., Madison, N. J. Aphlne. For page see List of Advertisers. H. A. StoothofT Co., Mt. Vernon, N. Y. Tobacco Powder. For page see List of Advertisers. IRIS J. A. Peterson, Cincinnati, Ohio. Iris Pallida Dalmatlca. B. S. Miller, Wadlug River, N. Y. For pnge see List of Advertisers. IRIS — The very best out of 500 sorts. C. Betscher, Canal Dover, O. JAPANESE PLANTS Tekobama Nursery Co., 31 Barclay St., New York. For page see List of Advertisers. Rosin & Co., Philadelphia, Pa. Japanese Air Plants. KENTIAS Godfrey ABChmaan, 1012 W. Ontario St.. Philadelphia, Pa. A. Leuthy A Co.. Rosltndale, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Julius Uoehrs Co., Rutherford, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. .Tos. Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. Home-Orown, Established Plants. For page see I^lst of Advertlaers. Bobblnk & Atkins, Rutherford. N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. LANDSCAPE GARDENING COURSE Home Correspondence School, Springfield, Mass. Dept. 8. For page sec List of Advertisers. LILIES H. S. Miller. Wading River, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. LILY OF THE VALLEY PIPS R]almar Hartmann A Co.. Langangstraede 20. Copenhagen, Denmark. For page see List of Advertisers. Wm. Elliott & Sons, New York. N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. LOBELIAS Lobelia Kathleen Mallard, strong, well rooted cuttings, $l.t») per liM>; -72-in., $2.50 per 100. Cash. W. E. Trimble Greenhouse Co., Princeton, 111. MADEIRA VINES MADEIRA VINES— Big stock, extra large- bulbs. C. Betscher, Canal Dover, O. KICO-FUMB Kentucky Tobacco Product Co., Louisville. Ky. NURSERY STOCK John Waterer A Sons, Ltd., American Nursery, Bagshot, England. For page see List of Advertisers. P. Ouwerkerk, 2in Jane St., Weehawkeai Heights. N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. New England Nurseries, Inc., Bedford, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. Eastern Nurseries, Jamaica Plain, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. W. A T. Smith Co., Geneva, N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. Bobblnk A Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. Boxwood and Evergreeus. For page see List of Advertlsera. Leesley Bros., Chicago. III. Trees, Shrubs, Evergreeus, Hardy Plaats.. For page see List of Advertisers. Manual of the Trees of North America, by C. S. Sargent, mailed to your addrea*. for »8.00, by Horticulture Publishing Co., 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. TREES, SHRrnS, ROSES. BVKB- GREENS. PEONIES, HAUDY PLANTS. KI.LW ANGER A BARRY, Rochester, N. T.- ONION SETS Leonard Seed Co., Chicago, 111. For page see IJst of Advertisers. ORCHID PLANT* Lager A Hurrell, Summit. N. J. Freeh Imported and Established OrchMa For page see List of Advertisers. Sander, St. Albans, England. Importers. Exporters. Growers. Hytvldtsta.. For page see List of Advertisers. CarrlUo A Baldwin, Mamaroneck. N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. Ordonea Bros., Madison, N. J., Box 10& C. Lablata: D. BIglbbum Arrived. For page see List of Advertisers, Ijirgest stock In the country. Ask for prices. Julius Roebrs, Rutherford, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Orchid Growers' Manual. By B. 8. Wil- liams. 300 Illustrations, 800 pages; descrip- tions of upwards of ".iSlKj species and varie- ties of orchidaceous plants, etc. The msM complete work on Orchids and orchid cul- ture ever published. Price, |10.00. Orden filled by HORTICULTURE, 11 Hamlltoa Place, Boston. FATNT AND PUTTY PAINT AND PUTTY: Ideal GreenheoM Lead: Special Oreenhonse Putty. Lord * Bnmham, 1138 Broadway, N. Y. PALMS A. Lentby A Co., Perkins St Norserlca, Roallndale, Mass. For page see List of Advertlsera. Robert Craig Co., SJartet and *eth 8U., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. Joseph Heacock Co.. Wyncote, Pa. Home-GrowD Palms. For page see List of Advertisers. John Scott. Broottlyn. N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. A. N. Plerson. Cromwell. Conn. For page see List of Advertisers. Julius Roehrs Co., Rutherford. N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. Henry A. Dreer. Philadelphia, Pa. Cocos Weddellana. For List of Advertisers See Page 939 December 25, 190a HORTICULTURE 937 PATEKTS BlgS"* ft Slgicen, WiiiblDcton, D. C For page aee L,l8t ul AdTertlsen, PEAT Orchid Peat and Mum always on tenC Jollua Koebra Co.. Itiitberford. N. J. PELARGONIUMS Pelargoniums. Mme. Viliert, Sandlford'i Surprise, Mme. Layal, Liuda, Dorothy, Mrs. Eobt. Sanciilord, Mme. Thibault, stroug 2 in., $6.U0 per 100. F. H. De Witt & Co., Wooster, Ohio. fEONIBS Tbe E. O. Hill Co., KIchmond, lod. For page see .'..lat o( Adrertlacra. PEONIES — 12U0 sorts, an euormoua ■took. List ready. C. Betscher, Canal Dover, O. PHOENIX ROEBEI.ENI New Seed. Sander & Sons. New York, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. PHOTOGRAPHS: DESIGNING: IL- 1.USTRATING Geo. B. Dow, 178 Waablugtoa St., Boatoa. For page see List u( Advertlaera. PEPE AND FITTIMOB Foley Mfg. Co., between Weatem Av«. mm* 26tb St., Cblcago, HI. Kroescbell Bros. Co., 466 Erie St., Chlcagu For page see List of Advertlsera. Buxton Doaue Co., 18 Midway St., Boston. liimiuu. For page see List of AdvertlMra. Metropolitan Material Co., UU2-14UI Met ropolltau Ave.. Kro*>klyn. .N. Y h'uv page see List of Advertisers. PII'K A.NU FrrTlN(iS. Cast Iron aim Wroujiht ripe. Valves. Elbows. Pipe lloaka AatoniatU' Air lleaders, etc. Lord & Bura ham, 113.S Broadway, N. Y. PLANT PRESERVATIVES Keep your ferns six months without cold Htoiage; flowers. 20 to 30 days, at practi- cally no cost. Formula and complete In- structions on receipt of $1.01). Barton, 110 Portsea St., New Haven. Conn, PLANT STAKES Reele's TIelcss I'lant Stakes and Trel llses. 11. II. Seele & Sons, Elkbart, iBd. PLANT TUBS American Wooden Ware Mfg. Co., 369-TB So. Erie St., Toledo, O. For page see List of AdvertLsers. Henry A. Dreer, Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. POTASH German Kail Works, New York, N. Y. For page see List of Advertisers. POT HANOEBS Pot hangprB. Kramer's, $1 doa. by exs., S1.2S by mall. L N. Kramer ft Son, Cadar Rapids, Iowa. PRIMULAS F. Oesctalln, 1572 W. Adams St., Chicago, HI Prlmroaes Obconlca and Chlnensla. For page aee List of AdTertlaera. Primala chlnensla, 9 colors mixed, i lack, 2c.; Obconlca Ronsderfer, Lattmanoa Hybrids, 10 colors mixed. 2 Inch 2c.; Ob. cenlca glgantea. mixed, 2 Inch 2^. J. L. Schiller. 929 Pronty Atc., Toledo, O. Primula obconlca. 4-inch, large plants, mixed colors, full of bud and bloom. $5.00 per 100. Sinensis, 4-incb, mixed colors, double and single, fine stock, $8.00 per 100. A bargain. Try Them. Alonzo J. Bryan, Washington, New Jersey. RHODODENDRONS John Waterer ft Sons, Ltd., Amerlcou Nursery, Bagsuut, Euglaad. For page aee Hat of AdTertl— la. P. Onwerkerk, Uoboken, N. J. For page see Lbit of AdTertlaera. RIBBONS AND CHIFFONS M. Rice & Co., 12i;o Race St., Phila., Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. RHUBARB ROOTS AND SEED Warren Shinn, Woodstown, N. J. ROSEft Batert Ctalg Co., Markat and 4»th ata., PhUad«l»Ua. Pa. For page aea Llat of Adrertlaaiik P. Onwarkerk, P. O. No. 1, Uebokea, M. J. For page aea Hat of Advertlaera. Olngee ft Cooard Co., West Urove, Pa. For page aee Llat of Advertlaera. Paahlmann Broa. Co., Mortoa Ororak UL For page aee List of Advertlaeja. W. ft T. Smith Co.. OeDara, N. Y. American Grown Rcaca. For page see Llat of Advertlaera. Eastern Nurseries, Jamaica Plain, Maas. New Rose Daybreak and Lady Duncan. For page see List of AdvertUera. John Cook, Baltimore, Md. New Seedling Rose "Radiance." For page see List of Advertisers. R. & J. Farquhar & Co., Boston, Mass. Rose "Flower of Fairtield" Ever-Blooming Crimson Rambler. For page see List of Advertisers. Arthur T. Boddington, New York, N. Y. Hardy Roses. For page see List of Advertisers. "^Bobbink & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J^ For page see List of Advertisers. The Rose, by H7~Br Bllwanger; mailed for fl.80 by Horticulture, 11 Bamlltoa Place, Boaton. Hand Book of Cultural Notes on Raeee Under OI.iss, by F. P. Brlgham, mailed te ffmr address for 2^c., tiy Horticulture Pnl»- llshlDg Co.. 11 Hamilton Place, Boston. RUSTIC WINDOW BOXES Maplea Rustic Works, Clayton, N. J. For page see List of Advertisers. SEED OROW^ERS njalmar Hartmann ft Co. Cauliflower and Cabbage Seed. l^aagangstraede 20, (Copenhagen, Denmark. For page see List of Advertisers. C. C. Uorse ft Co.. 48-B6 Jackson St., San Francisco, Cal. For page see List of Adrertlsers. SEEDS r. J. Grey Co., 32 So. Market St., Bostoa. For page see List of Advertlaera. Joseph Breck ft Sona, U and fa N. Market St., Boston, Maaa. For page aee List of Advertisers. W. Atlee Burpee Ac Co., Philadelphia. For page aee List of Advertlaera. lithnr T. Boddington, 342 W. 14th St., New York. For page aes List of Advertlsera. Uckarda Bros., 37 B. IQtb St., New York. For page tee List of Advertlsera. K. ft J. Farquhar ft Co., 6-7 So. Market St., Boston. For page aee List of Advertlaera. a. F. MIcbell Co., 1018 Market St., Phlla. For page see Llat of Advertlaera. J. M. Thorbnra ft Co.. 83 Barclay St, N. T. For page aee List of Advertlaera. Leonard Seed Co., Chicago, III. Beans. Peas, Sweet Corn. Onion. For page see Llat of AdvertlBers. •rUcgel ft Fottler Co.. 26 ft 27 So. Market St., Boaton. True Irish Shamrock Seed. For page aee Llat of Advertisers. SEEDS — Continued B. F. Winteraon Co., Chicago. far riautamen, Noraet^meo, men. For page see List of AdTertlscn. ▲. C. Zvolanek. Bound Brook. N. i. Winter Flowering Sweet Peaa. For page aee List of Advertlaera. 0. C. Morse ft~Co., 48-66 Jackson St., Baa Francisco, Cal. For page aee Llat of AdTwtlaara. O. V. Zangen, Hoboken, N. J. Giant Cyclamen Seed. For page see List of Advertlaeia. H. B. Flske Seed Co., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. Sutton & Sons, Reading, England. Flower and Vegetalile Seeds. For page see List of Advertisers. SILKALINE John C. Meyer ft Co., Boston. Haas. For page see List of Advertlaera SMXLAX Smilax 2 in. Extra Strong, $1.25 per 100; $10.00 per 1000. Stafford Floral Co., Staf- ford Springs. Conn. SPHAGNUM MOSS Live Sphagnnm moas, orchid peat aal ercfald baskets always on hand. Lager A Hnrrell, Summit, N. J. A full stock of moss on hand all year around. Sphagnum moss, $1.50 per bale; abeet green moss, $2.50 per bbl.; clump moss, 7Sc. per bag. U. Kenney, 88 Roches- ter Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. SPIREA Joseph Breck & Sons, Corp., Boston. For page see List of Advertisers. SPRAYERS Cbaa. J. Jager Co.. Boston. Demlng Spray Pomp. For page see List of Advertisers. B. H. Hunt. 76-78 Wabash Av., Chicago. IlL New Chicago Sprayer. For page see Llat of Advertisers. SW^EET PEAS A. C. Zvolanek. Bound Brook. N. J. Winter Flowering. For page see List of Advertisers. VEGETABLE PLANTS R. Vincent, Jr., ft Sons Co., White Marsh. Md. For page see List of Advertlaera. VENTILATINO APPARATUS Plerson U-Bar Co.. 1 Madison Sq., N. T. For page see Llat of Advertisers. Foley Mfg. Co.. Western Ave., betwacB 25th & 26th Sts., Chicago. The Advance Co., Richmond, Ind. For page see List of Advertisers. VENTILATING MACHINERY, Naw Model encased, self-olUng gear; Standard Model Open Gear. Lord ft Bnrnbam. lUt Broadway. N Y. MTTLD SMILAX B. A. Beaven, Evergreen. Ala. Southern Wild Smilai. For page see List of Advertlaors. WIRED TOOTHPICKS W. J. Cowee, Berlin, N. Y. For page see List af Advertisers. WIREWORK Seed ft Keller, 122 W. 2Sth St., N. 1. For page see List of Advertiaers. Durand ft Marohn, Albany. N. Y. For page see List of Adv ertlsera. Wlrework. Write for our catalocn*. Holton ft Hnnkel Co., Milwaukee. Wliu WUlUm E. Hetlscher'a Wire Worka. SS-M Broadway. Detroit. Mich. Wlrework— Compare our prices witk otherSL Seranton Florlat Snppir Co.. 901 N. 7tb St.. Scranton, Pa. In writing to Advertisers kindly mention Horticulture 938 HORTICULTURE December 25, 1909 Butaa N. F. McCarthy * Co., 84 Hawley St., Boston. For pa^e g«e LUt of AdTertl«er». H M. Robinson & Co., 15 ProTlnc* St and 9 Cbaijuian PI., Boston. For page »ee List of AdTertlg«r». Welcb Bros., 226 Uevonshlre St., Boatas. For page ae* List of Adrertlaera. Bnifalo, N. Y. WUUam F. Kastliig Co., 383-87 Blltcott at, Buffalo, N. v. For page gee List of AdTertlaera. Obloago Chas. W. McKeller, Bl Wabaah At», Chicago. For page see List of AdTcrtlaera. Peter Kelnberg, 51 Wabash Ave., Chtcaao. For page see List of Advertlsera. D. F. Wluteraun Co., 45-W Wabash At*.. ■ Chicago. For page see List of AdvertlserB. Poablmann Bros. Co., .Morton O-rora, UL For page see Llat of AdTertlsera. Hoerber Broe., Atlas Block, 51 Wabaah Ats., Chicago. For page see List of Advertlsera. Cinciniiati^ Ohio The J. M. McCullongh'8 Sona C*., CUcIb- . uatl, UUlo. For page see List of Adrertlsera. Cromirell, Conn. A. N. Plerson, Cromwell, Coaa. For page aee Llat af AdTertlsera. Detroit Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, 88 and tti Broadway, Detroit, lllch. For page aee List of AdTertlsera. Min neapolis Bice Bros., 115 N. atb St., Minneapolis Minn. For page see List of AdTertlsera. Haw York Ford Bros., 48 W. 28th St., New York. For page vee List of AdTertlaers. H. Hi. Fruuieut, 57 W. 2Sth St., New )(ara Fer page aee List of AdTertlsera. Alex. J. Uuttmau, 34 W. ZBth Ut., Neit York. For page see Llat of Adrertlsers. B. C. Uurau, 56 W. 2Miti 8t., New TLtH. For page aee List of AdTertlsera. A. B. Langjahr, 53 W. 28th St., New Xork. For page see List of AdTertlsera. James McManus, 42 W. 2Sth St., New lark For page see List of AdTertlsera. Jeiiu I. Uayuor, 49 W. 28th St., New XarA For page see List of AdTertlsera. W. F. Sheridan, 39 W. »th St., New Terk For page see List of AdTertlsera. Uoore, Heutz & Nash, 55 and 67 W. 9Mk St., New York. For page see List of AdTertlsera. Wm^ R. Kuebler, tS WIMonghby BtT Brooklyn. N. Y. For page see List of AdTertlsera. MUlang Broe., 41 W. 28th St., New Yerk. For page see List of AdTertlsera. John Yonng, 51 W. 28tb St., New Tar£ For page see List of AdTertlsera. Greater New York Florists' Aseodatton. 162 Livingston St.. Brooklyn, N. T. For page see Llat of Advertlsera. Frank MUlang, 66-.'>7 W. Kth St., Mem York. For page see List of AdTertlsera. PhtUp F. Kcsslcr. 55 ft ST W. 2eth Bt., New York. For page aee List of Advertlscrm. A. l^ Yonng & Co.. 64 W. 28th St., N. T. For page see List of AdTertlsera. J. K. Allen, 10« W. 2Sth St., New York. For page see List of AdTertlsera. Charles MUlang, 55 and 57 West Zeth St., New York. For page lee List of A-lTirtlaera. B. 8. Sllnn, Jr., 5.V.'i7 W. 28th St., New York, for page see List of Adrertlsers. WHOI.ESAI^ FI.ORISTS— Continued Philadelphia W. EL McKlssIck & Broe., 1619-1621 Raa- stend St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertlsera. Leo Nleseen Co., 1209 Arch St., PhUadal' phU, Pa. For page see List of AdTertlsera. The S. S. Pennock-Meehan Co-, laoS-lt Lndlow St., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see Llat of AdTertlaera. New Offers in This Issue. CHRISTMAS GREETINGS. M. Rice & Co., Philadelphia, Pa. For page see List of Advertisers. CHRYSANTHEMUMS AND ASTER SEED. Elmer D. Smith & Co., Adriau^ Mich. F'or page see List of Advertisers. COMPLIMENTS OF THE SEASON. Foley Mfg. Co., Chicago, 111. For page see List of Advertisers. IRON FRAME GREENHOUSES; HEATING REPAIRS. D. Ilitt'e, 72 Pearl St., Boston, Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. NURSERY STOCK; LOVELESS TO- MATO. German Nurseries and Seed House, Beatrice. Xeb. For page see List of Advertisers. LILY OF THE VALLEY PIPS. J. M. Thorburu & Co., New York, N. T. For page see List of Advertisers. STOCK SEED, BEUATY OF NICE, ETC. 11. E. Fiske Co.. Boston. Mass. For page see List of Advertisers. CHICAGO NOTES. Flower Shipments and the Cold Weather. The cold weatlier of the week be- fore Christmas made the florists rather looli for a change, but the last week is here and Monday morning early, the thermometer registered three below, and all day long the cold was itensi- fied by a sharp, cutting wind. Any packages not properly wrapped and many that were, could not withstand the intense cold while waiting on a platform. The losses will no doubt foot up to a great amount when they are all known. The E. F. Winterson Co. has lost many valuable flowers because they were shipped without sufficient wrap- ping. 200 American Beauties and 400 Roman hyacinths were a part of one lot that the grower will lose while gaining experience. There are very few of the eastern shippers who send either plants or flowers to this market who will not have a loss to put on their books, where they had expected a good sum on the other side. Karry Rowe had some beautiful heathers come in from New York frozen. He immediately placed them in cold storage and they completely recovered. Chrysanthemums. Mathew Evert and son, .Tohn Evert, chrysanthemum specialists, closed out the last of their blooms Tuesday. A. W. Meyer of South Holland, 111., has been selling blooms of his new pom- poms in the Flower Growers' Market uii to Christmas and there will be some even later. They are single, with a fluffy twisted petal and come in white, yellow and pink. They are not yet named. Monlnger's New Building. The new brick warehouse of the Moninger Co., is nearing completion. It is two stories high, 50x75 feet, and is ecpiipped with all the latest im- provements. It has iron windows and doors and is to be used exclusively for heating pipe and fittings. The Moninger people have an optimistic outlook for the new year because there are many planning new buildings, which' is a good indication of an in- crease in business. Their new com- plete catalogues are just out. Visit of GIfford Pinchot. Gifford Pinchot, chief o£ forestry, was in Chicago last Monday, attend- ing a conference of railroad magnates. His plea was for the railroads to taice up the replanting of forests. It was suggested in return, by Pres. H. N. Mudge of the Rock Island road that it would be well for tlie government to take up this work as many think the railroads will be owned by the government within fifty years. Mr. Pinchot was assisted by assistant for- ester R. 3. Kellogg with facts and figures regarding I'eforestation. Mr. Pinchot is opposed to the present laws regarding taxation of timber lands. Miscellaneous. Trees to the value ot about $200 have been cut down and stolen from the home of Dr. Geo. Fiske on Sheri- dan Road. It is the opinion of the police that they were taken to be sold as Christmas trees. Residents of Lake t'orest have had to employ watchmen to guard their cedars. The usual amount of artificial dec- orations are used in the big depart- ment stores, but it is usually where the natural could not be used and when it is well done no doubt has its lesson which may perhaps result in good to the florist later. The Midwinter Flower Show of the West Chicago Park Commissioners will ofien Sunday, December 19, in the Garfleld Park Conservatory, under the supervision of John Sell, head garden- er for the West Park system. Personal. Anton Then has the sympathy of the trade in a succession of disasters which have fallen to his lot recently. His son is just recovering from an illness, a valuable horse died and an- other seems likely to follow, his heat- ing plant went wrong and the houses barely escaped freezing and now his daughter is ill. Those who know Mr. and Mrs. Then and their family, know there is plenty of grit and expect the tide to turn again soon. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Walther are re- ceiving the congratulations of their friends. Mr. Walther has been in the florists' business on 63rd street, Chi- cago, many vears and Mrs. Walther was Miss Margaret Hill, formerly of Maywood, daughter of the well-known florist of that suburb. Mr. Walther is manager of the Flower Growers' Market, successor to Percy Jones. Miss Frances Brundage of the E. H. Hunt Co., will spend Christmas at Galesburg. TU. H. H. Knope with J. Breitmoyers' Sons of Detroit, was a Chicago visitor. December 25, 1909 HORTICULTURE 93& List of Advertisers Page Advance.The Co.iM3 Allen. J. K 033 Am. Nuiserv . . . .9:;i Amerlcau Wood eiuvaie Co 9-t2 Aschmann, G...923 Banner, J. L 933 Barrows & Son. 921 Baur & Smith. ..911 Bayersdorfer, H. „& Co 930 Beaven. E. A.. 933 Berrydale Exper- Gardens 925 Bobhluk & At- „ kins 910 Boddlngton, A.T.912 B o s t on Cut Flower Co 929 Boston Florist Letter Co 929 Boston I'late & Window Glass „"'0 M2 Be we, M. A 928 Breck J. & Sons.927 Breitmeyer's, J. Sons 928 Bridgeman's Seed Warehouse . . 9'>7 Brlukley. B. S...933 Brown, A. C....9U Burpee, W. A. & Co 907 Buxton, Doane ~ Co 943 .041 Caledonia Marl Co I CarrllJo & ■Bald-' _. win 921 Chicago Carna- „,"o,n.Co 911 Clarke 3 D. Sons928 Cook. John. .. 9'>i Cottage Gardens'.910 Cowee, W. J ova Craig •ncbt.,Co:S2i Crawbuck, G.W.932 Danker, F. A.. n''8 Dards 929 Dawson. Hen^ T^^-.,- ■Jli)-9X2 De Nave, Paul.. 921 DIngee & Conard *-0 Q^ Domcr & Soiis Co gil Dow, Geo. E.'. 9'>7 Dreer, H. a 'ai'^ Dunlop, John H.928 Duraud & Ma- ^■■ohn 932 Dysart, R. j 929 Eastern Nurser- „'fs 910-912 Eble. Chas 0"9 Edgar W. W. Co.923 adwards Folding Box Co "930 Elliott, W. & Sons .... 907 Esler, J. G..'.'.;"94v> Ernest, W. H...942 'i'Ver Kea dy Flower Pot Co.929 Eyres 928 Farqnhar. R & „ J. & Co 921 F 1 s k e H. E. Seed Co. . . 997 Foley Mig. Co.. '.943 rord P.ros. . ').3o Ford, c. s....:::9u Froment, H. E..932 Galvin, Ihos. F.929 G e r man Kali ^ Works 941 tr e r m a n Nur- sery & Seed Co.912 Greater N. x. Florists' Asso.!932 Grey, T. J. Co... 927 Gude Bros. Co. .928 Guttman Alex J.032 Hall Association. 912 Hartmann lljal- mar & Co 927 Hauswirth 928 Heacock Jos. Co.023 Herbert 911 Hews A.H.&Co..ni2 Hilfinger Bros. ..042 Hill. TheE.G.Co.nil HItchings & Co..0-(4 Hoerber Bros 93u Page Hoffman 928 Home Corresp, School 012 Horan, E. C 932 Hunt. A. E.&Co.Oll Hunt Bros 911 Hunt. E. H 941 Iliffe Danl 942 Jager Chas.J.Co.941 Kastlng W.F.Co.033 Kervan Co 932 Kessier P. F 932 King Cons. Co. .943 Knopf Chas 911 Krick, W. C 933 Kroeschell Bros. Co 943 Kuebler Wm. H.932 Lager & Hurrell.921 Langjahr A. H..932 Leesley Bros . .912 Leonard Seed Co.927 Leuthy A. & Co.923 Lord & B u r n- ham Co 944 McCarthy N. F. & Co 933 MacMulkln, E...928 M apes Rustic Works 929 Matthews 92a McConuell, Alex.928 McCullough's. J. M. Sons Co.... 030 McKellar, C. W.930 McKlssIck W. E. & Bros 930 McManus, Jas...932 Mellstrom, T 926 Meyer J. C.&C0.033 MIchell H. F. Co.027 Michigan Cut Flower Ex 933 Mlllang Bros 032 Mlllang. Chas... .932 Millang, Frank.. 932 Miller, E. S 923 Moninger J.C.Co.943 Moore, Hentz & Nash 932 Moore, J. L 921 Morse C.C. & Co.927 ■ Murray Samuel.. 928 N. E. Nurseries. 912 NIessen Leo Co.. 930 OechsIIn, Frank.921 Ordonez Bros... 921 Ouwerkcrk, P. ..912 Palethorpe P .R. Co 941 Palmer W. J. & Son 928 Park Floral Co.. 928 Parshelsky Bros.942 Patten & Co 911 Peacock Dahlia Farms 921 Penuock-Meehan Co ..4.. 4.. 4.. 031 Perkins St. Nur- series 923 Peters & Reed Co 942 Pierson, A. N...910 Pierson v. R. Co.923 Pierson U-BarCo.944 Poehlmann Bros. 930 Pollworth, C. C. Co 929 Pratt B. G. Co.. 941 Ravnor, .John I.. 032 Reed & Keiier. .932 Reinbcrg. Peter. 930 Reuter S.J.&Son.911 Rice Bros 030 Rice M. & Co... 913 Rickards Bros.. .927 Robinson & Co. .930 Rock Wni. L. Co.928 Roehrs Julius Co. 910-021-923 Roland. Thos 025 Rolker, A.\:Scns.042 Rosens 933 Sander & Son. . . 921-926 Schlegel & Fot- tler Co 927 Schuitheis A 923 Schultz, Jacob. .928 Scott. John 923 Sharp. Partridge & Co 942 Sheridan W. F. .932 Siggers & Sig- gers 943 Page Skldelsky & Ir- win oil Sllnn. B. S., Jr.. 032 Smith E.D. & Co.911 hmitb, W.&i'.Cu912 Smyth, Wm, J... 928 Standard Plate Glass So 942 Stearns, A. T. Lumber Co 943 StoothoCf H. A.. 941 Stumpp & Wal- ter Co 941 Sutton & Sons. .927 Syracuse Pottery Co .942 Tallby 929 Talmadge, G. E.919 Thorburn, J. M. & Co 927 Totty, Chas. H..023 Valentine, J. A. .928 Page VIoks Jas. Sons.925 Vincent R. Jr. & Sons Co... 911-927 WalllB, Ed 911 Wants. For Sale.039 Ward. R.M.&C0.925 Waterer, J. & Sons 021 Welch Bros 930 Wilson 928 WInterson E. F. Co 930 Wood Bros 911 Yokohama Nur- series 923 Young, A. L. 9.33 Young & Nugent.928 Zangen, O. V 927 Zlnn, Julius A.. .929 ZvolaneK, A. C. .927 Begin Right by sending your dollar for Horticulture for the year 1910. You will help us and We shall try to help you. Tell your Friends that they will make no mis- take in taking HORTICULTURE. Only $1 for 52 Numbers It's Worth the Price. HELP WANTED \m WANTED -A MAN Or Woman — In every town sup- porting a florist, seedsman or nur- s e r y m a n, in the United States, to solicit subscriptions FOR Horticulture Pleasant work and liberal pay make this a splendid means to add to your regular in- come. Write today for our exceptional offer. -Circulation Dept.- Horliculture Publishing Co. 1 1 Hamilton Place, Boston, Mass. FOR SALE FOR SALE— SpecUl 16x18 and 16 zM double tblck glaa* In "A" and "B" opall- ties. Ru.T now and nave money. Wrlt» PARSHEI/SKY BROTHERS, INC., M Montrose Ave., Brooklyn, N. T. FOB SALE — Greenhouse property, with stock and all; 12.0U0 sq. ft glass, 1 IS-room bouse, 1 5-room bouse with all ImproT*- meuta; a nice big store front; good retail trade; established 15 years: acre of ground, with lot on main street. 7710 Lorain Ave., Clereland. Ohio. FOR SALE— A hothose, with two wings, each about .^0 ft. Ions, pnt up In sections, Includinc heater and all piping: will sell at a bargain. Apply to A. C. Chlsholm, 1320 Blue Hill Ave., Mattapan. Little Ads Bring Big Returns Little ads in our Classified ColumnB bring big returns to both advertiser and purchaser. Anything that can be sold to florists, gardeners, park and cemetery superin- tendents, etc., can be sold through thi» medium in this department, and at very small cost. Don't fail to read them each Issue, for you will find one or more that will prove profitable to you. Tliey Cost Only One Cent a Word Undisplayed 940 HOKTICULTURi: December 25, 1909 PORTLAND'S ROSES. Obituary, Geo. H. Cornell. George H. Cornell, who for about twenty years conducted a florist busi- ness witli greenhouses on Hamlet ave- nue, Woonsocket, R. I., died at the home of his daughter in that city, Fri- day, December 17th. He was born in Connecticut about seventy-five years ago; located in Woonsocket about thirty years ago. He was well-known to the florists of Providence, and in fact, to the whole Blackstone valley a quarter of a century ago. Ill health had prevented active business for some years past. We have received from one of Mr. Cornell's business competitors a most affectionate tribute to his memory, saying that in all the rivalry of busi- ness for a score of years he can re- call nothing but uniform courtesy and kindness. Mr. Cornell was an over- sensitive man and strangers sometimes thought him uncongenial, but closer acquaintance changed that opinion. The commercial instinct was not strong in him and his financial gains were not in proportion to the artistic ability of the man. His enjoyment of a new flower or plant was almost child-like. He was seldom seen away from the greenhouse without a flower in his button-hole or fingers. Few of the craft remember him now, so complete- ly had he dropped out of sight. So soon we become even less than a mem- ory. Nardy Pere. The death is announced at Hyeres of Monsieur F. Nardy on December 11th. This grand old man of Proven- cal horticulture had for fifty years been a contributor to the world's hor- ticultural press and in 1875 was ap- pointed delegate of the French Gov- ernment to the Centennial Exposition at Philadelphia. Upon his return to France he brought with him the first plants of the fa- mous Amsden peach which, because of Its extreme precocity, revolutionized the peach-growing industry of France. His "Guide Pratique du Jardinier," the fruit of the labors and observations of a life-time, his writings In the peri- odical press and his "Cultures des Re- gions Mediterraneennes" are to be found on the bookshelves of all serious- minded cultivators from the Spanish to the Italian frontiers. His son, Francois Nardy, is a mem- ber of the Toulon Chambre de Com- merce and president of the Syndicat des Commercants of Hyeres as well as director of the Jardin d'Acclimatation of Hyeres. Mrs. Olive Burbank. Mrs. Olive Burbank. mother of Luth- er Burbank died last week at her home in Santa Rosa, Cal. She was born 96 years ago in Massachusetts. Portland, Ore., has grown famous for her roses, and, whereas in Cali- fornia, while there may be flowers blooming at all months of the year, the floral display is not actually foist- ed upon you; in Portland the roses, in the summer, are literally every- where. In the delightful suburbs of this far northwestern city, it is the custom to have a strip of lawn between curb and sidewalk. In this, trees are planted of such sort as to throw shade on the walk. Then to make the stroll so much the more delightful, just next this paving, on the inner side, even the poorest suburbanite will run a row of rose-stocks. Neighbors arrange to vary these, so that as one man's plants cease blooming, the next begins to blossom, and thus at no time, when the snows are gone, is Portland devoid of its roses. FELIX J. KOCH. FUNERAL OF W. K. HARRIS. The token sent by the Florists' Club of Philadelphia to the funeral of their esteemed fellow member and ex-presi- dent, William K Harris, was the reg- ular club token -a crescent wreath on easel; but in this wreath a great amount of sentiment was evident. The groundwork of the wreath was ivy leaves with some sprays of Ficus rejiens, the cluster being composed of foliage of crotons, pandanus, panicum and adiantum with white camellias and flowers of Daphne Indica — all the foliage and flowers being supplied by John Weslcott — the easel being draped with evergreens from Waretown, a place Wm. K. Harris loved to visit as the guest of his old friend Westcott. The funeral was very largely at- tended, all the principal florists and seedsmen being present. The pall- bearers were .lohn Westcott, Robt. Craig, Geo. Anderson, J. Wm. Col- flesh. John Burton and Chas. H. Eim- erman. DAVID RUST. a complete list of the inembers en- rolled at the first convention twenty- five years ago, a general report on the progress of ornamental horticulture at the experiment stations, a report for the year by the botanist of the So- ciety, Prof. J. F. Cowell, the rules re- lating to the management of the trade exhibition at Cincinnati, full finaocial report of the National Flower Show at Chicago, and some interesting mem- bership statistics. The printed list shows a total of 219 life members and 776 annual members — 995 all told. A praiseworthy feature of the member- ship list is the record, after each name, of the year in which continuous affilia- tion began. The book is well printed and con- tains a frontispiece portrait of Presi- dent Valentine, also a number of illus- trations in connection with Dr. Gallo- way's paper on the "Floricultural Work of the U. S. Department of Agricul- ture." PUBLICATIONS RECEIVED. The S. A. F. Report. We have received a copy of the an- nual report of Secretary W. N. Rudd and find it a very interesting volume, comprising 270 pages of information, valuable not only to the members of the Society but to all other progres- sive horticulturists who ought to be members. Secretary Rudd is a re- sourceful man and experienced official and has incorporated a number of new features which will be found very use- ful. Of these we mention the extended financial report and auditing in detail, A Book Worth Having. Rambles on the Riviera, by Francis Miltown, although not a new book this year, is worthy of a word of rec- ommendation to horticultural readers, especially at this season of gift be- stowing, for it is sur« to make an acceptable holiday present. Horticul- tural topics are only incidentally touched upon but the book is descrip- tive of one of tlie most romantic and bewitching touring-grounds in the world and one that has much of horti- cultural interest attaching to it. The author has a most delightful, chatty way of tripi)ing from one point of in- December 25, 1909 HORTICU LTURE 941 terest to another and the reader is soon absorbed in the crisp, terse pen pictures with which the pages teem. The bool; is handsomely illustrated with seventy-five original drawings of which about one-half are full-page pictures. L. C. Page & Co., Boston, are the publishers. GREENHOUSES BUILDING OR CONTEMPLATED. New Orleans, La. — H. Redfeld, one house. Sabetha, Kans. — E. H. Marshall, one house. Jackson, La. — W. J. Brown, range of houses. Lenox, Mass. — R. W. Paterson, or- chid house. Skaneateles, N. Y.— J. G. White, carnation house. Ionia, Mich. — Miss E. Davis, one house, in spring. Auburn, N. Y.— Geo. Dobbs & Son, one house, 40x165. Bernardsville, N. J. — J. H. Tal- madge, one house. New Philadelphia, Ohio.— T. B. Stroup. rose house. Hammond, La. — B. F. Bauerle, cu- cumber house, 25x240. Tuckhoe, N. Y.— M. A. Schnoor, range of houses, in spring. Grand Forks, N. D. — Grand Forks Greenhouse Co. One house. Lake Charles, La.— C. D. Otis, range of houses, in spring. Spring Forge, Pa. — William Ness, range of houses, in spring. So. Paris,' Me.— E. P. Crockett, house, 26x50, with ofiice building. Kalamazoo, Mich. — G. Van Boehove & Bro., range of houses, in spring. Grand Rapids, Mich. — Eli Cross, two houses, in spring. Crabb & Hun- ter, range of houses, in spring. 'Thebestofall.|: Dusting or *\ KO ItMw I.7S BOO (bi., 1 *,00 20C Which Spray Pump^ ^^^^^^ ■hall yon bnyTBnythe Spray Pumc that folly meets the demands of the Govermneci- Agrl onltaral Scientists and all practl cal Prult Growers. These paizips are widely known aa DEMING SPRAYERS and are mace In 23 styles for use Ic ■mall gurdens cr Immense orchards. Writ© for oar 1909 catalog with Sprayln&r Chart. Add 4 cents post- agre aaa receive "Bprayinj for a Profit." a asefol guide book. GH^4Lfe& J. JA^fcK UU. Sll-tS5 FrftiktU ffi . BMtti produces an abundance of the best quality of FRUITS It strengthens the wood)- growth of tin- slock, and gives to the crop a size, color and flavor impossible to get without it. Potash brings young stoclc into earlier leariiig and adds to life of trees in bearing. |)_A„_|_ Po-wc ^'^'^^ your commercial fertilizer fOLdMl fciys read 2% Nitrogen. %% Phosphoric .■\cid and \o% PoT.\SH. If you apply barnyard manure, broadcast — 150 lbs. Muriate or Sulfate of Potash to the acre in addition. Every 2 pounds of Sulfate or Muriate of Potash added to IC^) pounds of fertilizer increases tlic Potash total by \%. Send for I'alttabte Text Book — about soil, crops, manure and firtilizer. Mailed on request. Free, GERMAN KALI WORKS 93 Nassau Street New York CmCAOO— Monadnock Block ATLANTA. OA.— 1224 Candler BIdg. New Chicago Sprayer This sprayer Is made of aluminum with two brass plates, one fine, one coarse. These are easily removed and quickly cleaned. Spraying face 4^! Inches wide, nozzle 6Vi Indtea long; % Inch pipe connec- tions. These sprayers will never wear out and are said by users to be the finest on the market Send to us for tesUmonialg from growers using them. Price $2.50 Each £. H. Hunt, r6-?8 Wabash Ave., Chicago, 111. PR.ATT-S SCAliECmE Will positively destroy SAJS' JC. E SCALE and all soft bodied sucking insects without injurj- to the trea Simple, more eifective and cheaper than Ijme Sulphur. Not an experiment. One ^bIIod makes IG to 20 |;allan6 sprav b; eimd; adding water. Send for Booklet, "Orchiwti Insurance." B. G. PRAH CO.. 50 CHURCH ST.. HEW YORK CITY. The Best Bug KilleraiKi Bloom Saver For PROOF Write to P.R.PatettiofpcCo. OWENSIORO, IT. 0 f^ W JUt> ^00 are easy to kill with The Fumigating Kind Tobacco Powder All our bags have our guarantee tag on the bag, reading "Satisfaction or Money Back," and this trade marlQ $3.00 per bag 1 00 lbs. It costs I 5 cts. to thoroughly fumigate a house 100x25. We sell direct to the grower. The H. A. Stoothoff Co. Mount Vernon, N. Y. AGRICULTURAL LIME Especially prepared for the soil. All ready to apply with drill or otherwise. It is fine, dry, pure, bulky, and cheap. Results guaranteed. Ask your fer- tilizer dealer or write CALEDONIA MARL CO., Caledonia, N. Y. ^42 HORTICULTURE December 25, 190» fo:r HEWS STANDARD POTS oners' POT MAKERS FOR 140 YEARS WORLDS LARGEST MANUFACTURERSj Pearson Street, LONG ISLAND CITY, N. Y. WRITE FOR CATALOGUE AND DISCOUNTS A. H. HEWS & CO., Inc. CAMBRIDGE, MASS. 4S2-460 No. Branch St- CHICAGO, ILL. DREER'S Diam. A II in. Florist Specialties B 12% " KEYSTONE CeD\R Ci3¥" PLANT TUBS D 14^** F 16^" Kach. Do*. 100. .65 715 55-00 .75 8.25 65 eo • 85 9-35 75 00 1. 00 11.00 90.00 r.25 13.75 no 00 1.50 lb. 50 130.00 Three largest sizes have handles. Special PAIL TUBS. 8 inches, .30 3.50 28 00 II " .30 3.50 28.00 Painted Green HENKT A. DREKR 714 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, Pa. STANDARD FLOWER POTS Packed in Gmall crates, easy to handle. Price per crate 1500 2 in. pots in crate$4. 1500 2 Ji " " 5-25 1500 2';4 " " 6.00 1000 3 " " 5.00 800 3H " " 5-8o 5004 " " 4-5° 456 4M " " 5-24 320 5 " " 4-51 210 sV, " " 3-78 Price per crate 144 6 in, pots in crate$3.i6 120 7 " " 4.20 608 '* " 3.00 HAND MADE 48 9 in. pots in crate$3.6o 48 ID " " 4 80 24 II " " 3 60 24 12 " ** 4.80 12 14 " " 4.80 6 j6 " " 4.50 Seed pans, same price as pots. Send for price list of Cylinders for Cut flowers. Hanging Baskets, Lawn Vases, etc. Ten per cent, off tor cash wlthorder. Addrest HilflngrerBros.,Pottery.FortEdward,N.Y. August Rolker & Sons, Agts. 31 Barclay SL, N. Y. City. American Flower and Tree T^ %^^> ^^i..^^ W-^'-^