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Orchidwood, Inc
830 Pelhamdale Avenue New Rochelle, New York
CABLB ADDRESS
Orchidwood, New Rochelle
telephone New Rochelle 1077
The meteoric rise of Orchidwood from an obscure orchid establishment to a leader in its field has been little short of astound¬ ing. The latest evidence of leadership is shown in the above picture. This is not Mr. Jewell’s palatial living room, but the reception room at Orchidwood. Here you may view orchid plants in comfort equal to that of your own home. This room is luxuriously furnished with an open fire¬ place at the far end. The French doors at the left lead to the new conservatory pictured on the next page.
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Equally amazing as the reception room is the new curved caved all steel construction conservatory shown above. This green¬ house is the most modern of its kind and is equipped with roller slat shading. It was built to exhibit the choicest of orchid plants and saves the visitor many steps by massing the finest flowers in one place. The planting of this house enables us to show many rare varieties under their natural growing conditions. Inspection of this house alone is worth a trip to Orchidwood.
foreword
UR FIRST Catalogue of Orchids has been so well received that we feel encouraged to go ahead with this, our second Catalogue and Price List. In this work we have added many new and inter¬ esting varieties, some of which are exclusive to our own estab¬ lishment.
“Orchidwood” has grown considerably in the past year through the acquisition of the four large greenhouses formerly owned by David Clarke and Sons, the extension of our old houses from eighty-five feet to one hundred fifty feet, and the construction of a new separate building for our laboratory. We have secured and will continue to acquire the finest stock available, so that the Orchid-buying public may be assured of the high-grade quality of our seedlings.
We cordially invite inspection of our establishment, which is one of the most uptodate in America; and we are always glad to show anyone interested in Orchids just what we are doing to advance the culture of these “Aristocrats.” We welcome at all times any inquiries regarding the growing of Orchids, and will endeavor to answer promptly all correspondence on this subject.
To THE average layman. Orchids have been more or less of a mystery whose cultural requirements were such as to demand the whole-time attention of a skilled expert, and which required a fortune to purchase even a modest collec¬ tion. Given moderate attention, the investment of a small sum in good varieties of Orchids will show greater dividends than an equal sum expended in any other kind of plants. Any structure that deserves the name of greenhouse ,will be suitable for the growing of some species in this large family; yet to derive maximum results from the plants selected, the house should be capable of supplying, approximately, the few needs of its inmates in the matter of light, heat and moisture. These few general hints, which we hope will be of assistance to the beginner, may be supplemented by information given on each genus to he found in the books listed here.
L'oht. In this Northern latitude, we find that the majority of Orchids need all the light possible in the dull days of Winter. As Spring advances, a light coating of paint mixed with gasolene is necessary to diminish the burning effect of the sun’s rays on the glass; and in Summer, an additional coat or two will help to diffuse the strong glare. Weather conditions will usually remove most of this shading by November when the remainder may he washed off. On small houses roller blinds may be used to advantage and, if placed six or so inches above the glass, will allow a free circulation of air over the roof.
Temperature. Remember that too much fire heat is dangerous — err on the safe side. Cattleyas and Laeliocattleyas succeed in a temperature of 60-63° at night, rising by sun heat to 75-80°, during their growing season. Brassocattleyas can benefit by slightly more heat, if such can be given without affecting other plants in the house. Vandas like a warm corner where shading is not very heavy. The majority of miscellaneous species can be grown in much cooler temperature, say 55-60° at night, rising appreciably by day.
Ventilation. Fresh air should be admitted at all times when the weather permits, and the use of bottom ventilators, allowing the air to pass over the warm pipes, is to be commended. A free circulation is encouraged by opening, very slightly, the top vents, being careful not to create a draught.
Potting. Generally speaking, potting is done when the plants resume active growth, which is evident by the pushing of new roots. The medium used — Osmunda fiber — is chopped into pieces suited to the size of the plant; that is, for big plants the fiber can be left in good sized chunks, while it can be pulled into shreds for little seedlings. In potting young plants and those requiring an added rooting stimulus, the addition of Sphagnum is beneficial. When potted, the plants should not have any disturbance of roots until it is necessary to again repot, say in two years. Newly potted plants should be kept on the dry side until established in the fresh compost, only an occasional spraying overhead being necessary.
Moisture. During the growing season, damping the walks and benches may be done four or five times a day, whilst in Winter, twice may be enough. When in full root action, all Orchids can be heavily watered, indeed, a full supply is necessary to secure plump bulbs, the Orchid’s reservoir of nourishment. Whilst resting, less water is given, and atmospheric conditions are kept less humid.
Books on Orchids
American Orchid Culture. Bv Prof. E. A. White. The only book written in America for both amateur and professional. Cloth, $4-50
The Book of the Orchid. By W . H. White. Contains many hints on growing, potting, ventilation, etc. Cloth, $1.50
The Orchid Growers’ Manual. By B. S. Williams. Descriptions of about 2500 species and varieties. Cloth, $10.00
Sander’s Orchid Guide. By H. F. C. Sander. Describes all the best known genera and species. Cloth, $8.00
Orchidwood, Inc.
830 PELHAMDALE AVENUE NEW ROCHELLE, NEW YORK
Above — Showing ^-4 and $ year old seedlings ~ Right — Six year old plant in bloom.
Lift — Orchid Seed Germinated Below — Showing i-iVi and 2 year old seedlings.
Brassocattleyas
These gorgeous hybrids are becoming more popular each year, and in every collection they are pointed out with pride as being the “elite” members of the group. The wonderful fringe on the lip, inherited from Brassavola Digbyana, coupled with the fine colors of the Cattleya make a very impres¬ sive flower. Our stock of these bigeneric hybrids is very complete, and we hope to still add to it from time to time as our seedlings reach maturity. The plants mentioned below are established representatives having four or five bulbs
with one lead.
B. C. America (B. C. Mme. C. Maron X C. Cooksonf). One of the same batch of seedlings has won a Gold Medal for excellence at New York Show. Only three plants in stock .... $50.00
B. C. Andre Maron (B. C. Nlrs. J . Leemann X C. Schroederx). Soft pastel
shades, with pleasing fragrance . 30.00
B. C. Dr. G. MacDonald (B. C. Ilene X C. Peetersf). One of the best
shaped varieties of Brassocattleya . 35-00
B. C. Imperatrice de Russie (B. Digbyana X C. M.endeli). Light colored
flowers of good substance .... ... 25 00
B. C. F. E. Dixon (B. C. Digbyana-Schroedera X C. Dowiana'). The well
marked lip is a prominent feature . . 35-00
B. C- Fusilier (B. C. M.rs. J. Leemann X C. Hardyatia') ... 35-00
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BRASSOCATTLE YA PENELOPE. (See page lo)
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B. C. HEATONENSis (B. Dtgbyana X C. Hardyana). A very useful, free
flowering hybrid of good shape. (See illustration, page 8.) . $20.00
B. C. Ilene (B. C. Mme. C. Maron X C. Dotviana) . 30.00
Special Variety . 50.00
B. C. Joyce Jewell (B. Digbyana X C. Fercivaliana'). A lovely rose pink
with yellow throat . 35.00
B. C. Mme. C. Maron (B. Digbyana X C. gigas'). One of the most popular
of all Brassovola hybrids . 20.00
B. C. Madeline (B. C. M.?ne. C. Nlaron X C. Triana'). A steady Winter¬ flowering variety . 30.00
B. C. Marguerite Fournier (B. Digpyana X C. labiata). .... 20.00
B. C. Mrs. J. Leemann (B. Digbyana X C. Dowiana'). The varying shades
of creamy yellow are very pleasing . 20.00
Good Variety . 30.00
B. C. Nestor (B. C. Mjne. C. Nlaron X C. labiata'). One of the largest of
bigeneric hybrids . 20.00
Larger Plants . 35.00
B. C. Penelope (B. C. Mme. C. Maron X C. Fabia). The influence of
C. Fa' ia is seen in the rich coloring . 30.00
Fine Variety . 50.00
B. C. Fossehli (B. C. Princess Patricia X C. Hardyana) . 35-00
B. C. Rudy (B. C. Mrj-. J. Leemann X C. labiata) (var. Peetersi) . 35 00
B. C. Sioux (B. C. Mrs. J. Leemann X C. Zephyr) . 20.00
B. C. Springtite (B. C. Mtne. C. Maron X C. Mossix) . 25.00
B. C. Thorntoni (B. Digbyana X C. Gaskelliana). A very useful variety
of easy culture . 20.00
B. C. Veitchi (B. Digbyana X C. Mossix). Has well shaped flowers of
good color . 20.00
B. C. Willing (B. C. Pocahontas X C. Gaskelliana) . 20.00
Brassolaelias
The free flowering qualities of Laelia, coupled with the large fringed lip of the Brassovola, give us an extremely satisfactory combination. Their culture is easy; and if a slightly warmer corner can be found at the end of the greenhouse they will repay all the attention bestowed. Plants offered have four or five bulbs with one lead.
B. L. Helen (B. Digbyana X L. tenebrosa). The variations in color range from creamy white to deep yellow. Exceptionally free flowering,
often twice a year . $15-00
Fine Yellow Variety . 35-00
B. L. Louis-Bel (B. Digbyana X L. Boothiana) . 15 00
B. L. Veitchi (B. Digbyana X L. purpurata) . 15-00
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Brassolaeliocattleyas
B. L. C. PRINCE OF WALES
The influence of Laelia in the makeup of these trigeneric hybrids lends a freedom of growth and a brightness of coloring. Although the fringed lip is still the most prominent feature of the beautiful blooms, thev retain the depth of color found in Laeliocattleyas. Plants mentioned have four or five bulbs with one lead.
B. L. C. Afterglow (B. C. Thorntotii X L. C. Kover). This new hybrid
promises to supersede many of the old varieties .... $30.00
B. L. C. Britain’s King (B. L. Veitchi X C. Gertrude^ . 15-00
B. L. C. Fenimore (B. L. C. Triune X L. C. Hyeana) . 20.00
B. L. C. Hymen (B. C. Veitchi X L. C. Hyeana) . 20.00
B. L. C. Kenneth (B. Digbyana X L. C. Wellsiana). One of the heavily-
fringed-lip type . 20.00
B. L. C. Lady Diana (B. L. Veitchi X C. Dowiana). A well-balanced
flower of good shape and color . 20.00
B. L. C. Metacomet (B. L. Helen X L. C. Berthe Fournier) .... 20.00
B. L. C. Prince of Wales (L. C. Dominiana X B. C. Veitchi). Faintly suffused with pink and purple on petals and sepals. (See illus¬ tration above.) . 30.00
B. L. C. Rowena (B. Digbyana X L. C. Doris) . 25-00
B. L. C. The Baroness (B. C. Mrs. I. Leemann X L. C. Ophir). One plant
only . 50.00
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C. SANTA MONICA. {See page i6)
Cattleya Hybrids
These form the bulk of almost every collection in America, being in many cases the “bread and butter’’ to the commercial grower. The almost endless combination of Cattleya crossed with Cattleya has raised the standard far above the average conception of just “a Cattleya.” Being all home-raised, their constitutions have adapted themselves to American climatic conditions, and the amateur can look for great success in the growing of the following varieties which have, on the average, four or five bulbs with one
lead.
C. Abekeniae (Dotviana X Lord Kothschild'). The influence of C. Doiviana
twice used is evident in the rich coloring of the lip . . $20.00
C. Adela QPercivaliana X Trianae). A true Winter variety of deep color . 20.00
C. Adula (Bicolor X Hardyatia() . 15-00
Special Variety. Deep bronze . 30.00
C. AMABiLis (labiata X gigas). Free growing type, with strong flower
stems . 20.00
Good Variety . 30.00
C. ARMAiNviLLiERENSis (M.endeli X gigas). Blooming in early Fall, this
variety is much in demand . 25.00
ALBA . 35-00
C. Ardens (Hardy ana X Dupre ana') . 20.00
C. Andrew Carnegie (Fabia X Sappho) . 20.00
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C. Armstrongi^ (^Hardyana X Loddigest) . $15-00
C. Ashtoni QHarrisoniana X gigas). Flowers slightly smaller, but more
in number than the average . 15-00
C. Atalanta (Leopoldi X gigas) . 15-00
C. Ballantineana (Trianae X gigas). Large, bold flower of good color
and size . 25-00
Extra Variety .... 40.00
C. Bella Simpson Qsnavior X Triana) . 15-00
C. Berti Qrlarrisoniana X labiata) . . 15-00
C- Blacki (Gaskelliana X Alendeli) . 18.00
C. Boadicea (Gaskelliana X Hardyana) . 20.00
C. Comet (Doiviana X Warneri). One of the best primary hybrids 25-00
Fine Variety. Magnificent deep color throughout . 50.00
C. CooKSONi (Hardyana X Triana). Blooms are much appreciated in
late Fall . 30.00
C. Cybele (Gaskelliana X Luedde/nanniana). Round flowers with fine
petals . 20.00
ALBA. Pure white; June to July . 50.00
C. Dionysius (Fabia X gigas). Its fine form attracts attention everywhere
it is seen . 35-00
ALBA . 20.00
C. Donald Mackenzie (Hardyana X Aiiss Williams) . 20.00
C. DUBiosA (Harrisoniana X Triana) . 15-00
C- Eleanor Gray (Dowiana X Aiarriottiana) . 20.00
C. Eleanore (Hardyana X gigas) . . . 20.00
ALBA. Greatly resembles Laeliocattleya Schroederr .... 35-00
C. Empress Frederick (Dowiana X Mossia). Well-balanced flower of
good size . 35-00
C. Enid (Mossia X gigas). One of the largest of hybrid Cattleyas, whose
flowers alwavs command good prices . 20-00
Good Variety . ... 35-00
FINE VARIETY . 50.00
C. Fabia (Doiviana X labiata). We have some exceptionally fine speci¬ mens of this popular variety . 18.00
Good Variety. Dark . 25.00
SPECIMEN PLANTS — 3 to 4 leads 40.00
C. Flora MacDonald (Fabia X Boadicea) . 20.00
C. Freya (Doiviana X Aiantini) . 15-00
C. Gay Gordon (Hardyana X Van Houtte) . 25-00
Good Variety . 50-00
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C. General Pulteney (Octave Doin X Triana). A great improvement
over the species when Winter hybrids are in demand . . . $20.00
C. gildeni (Hardyana X Maggie Raphael^). A very consistent Fall bloomer 25.00
C. Gladys (Atalanta X Dowiana'). Well-shaped flowers in lovely pastel
shades . 20.00
Good Variety . 35.00
C. Gudrun (labiata X Mendelf) . 25.00
C. Hardyana (Dowiana X gigas). Our stock of this variety is probably
the finest in the country . 15.00
Good Variety . 25.00
ALBA . 30.00
C. Harold (Gaskelliana X gigas). An extremely prolific bloomer; some of our plants have four and five leads, and give ten or more
flowers . 20.00
Special Variety . 30.00
C. Hentschelli (Dupreana X gigas). Having twice C. gigas in its makeup,
its flowers are of good size . 20.00
C. H. S. Leon (Schroederce X gigas). The soft shades of C. Schroedera are
perpetuated in this fine hybrid. Fall variety . 20.00
C. iNTERTEXTA (Mossia X Wameri) . 18.00
ALBA . 35-00
C. Iris (hicolor X Dowiana) . 15.00
C. John Knox (Dtipreana X Mendeli) . 20.00
C. jucuNDA (labiata X Schroedera) . 15-00
C. Julienne (Mendeli X Skinneri) . 15-00
C. Katadin (Empress Frederick X Lueddemanniana). Seedlings of this
American hybrid have shown a wonderful depth of color . 25-00 Good Variety . 35-00
C. Kensico (Enid X Zephyr) . 20.00
C. Kienastiana (Dowiana X Ltteddemanniana) . Well-formed flowers of
good substance . 20.00
C. Lady Evelyn (Atalanta X Hardyana) . 15-00
C. Leda (Dowiana X Percivaliana). Our collection embraces some of the
finest forms of this variety . 30.00
Fine Variety . 50.00
C. Lediata (labiata X Leda) . 20.00
C. Lieutenant Coppens (Doiviana X Undine). Of good color and fine
shape . 20.00
C. Lord Derby (labiata X Percivaliana). The golden throat is trans¬ mitted to this well-formed hybrid . 15-00
C. Lord Rothschild (Dowiana X Gaskelliana). An old favorite which
still holds a high position . 18.00
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C. LUEGEiE QEnid X Dowiana). Combines the fine shape of one parent
with the coloring of the other. In every way a desirable variety. $25.00
C. Magdalena Lowe (Dowiana X Prince Edward) . 18.00
C. Maggie Raphael (Dowiana X Triana). With its alba forms, this is
one of the best commercial varieties . 20.00
Good Variety . 35-00
C. Malcolm Canmore (armainvillierensis X Lueddemanniana) .... 20.00
C. Mantini (Boivringiana X Dowiana) . 15-00
Specimen Plant . 25-00
C. Miss Kemp (Bowringiana X Fabia). Has spikes of deep colored flowers . 15-00
C. Miss M. Armstrong (Dowiana X Helen Langley) . 18.00
C. Miss Williams (Gaskelliana X Harrisoniana) . 15-00
C. Moira (Fabia X Mantini) . 18-00
C. Mount Royal (Enid X Maggie Raphael) . 20.00
Fine Variety . 50.00
C. Mrs. Elizabeth Peterson (Empress Frederick X Zephyr). Has lovely
gold veining in the throat, with fine form . 20.00
C. Mrs. Edward Roehrs (A. Dimmock X Triana) . 30.00
C. Mrs. M.YRA Peeters (Gaskelliana alba y. Warneri alba). A June variety;
pure white flowers . 50.00
C. Mrs. Pitt (Dowiana X Harrisoniana) . 18.00
C. Mrs. Stewart Pool (Fabia X Moira) . 20.00
C. Octave Doin (Dowiana X Mendeli) . 25-00
C- Peetersi (Hardyana X labiata). Among the best of the Fall blooming
varieties . 20.00
C. Percimax (Maxima X Percivaliana). In coloring, this hybrid leans towards C. Maxima, with blooming period favoring the other parent . 10-00
C. PiTTiANA (Dowiana X granulosa). Fair-sized flowers of good shape . 15-00
C- Portia (labiata X Bowringiana). Flowers are intermediate in size
between those of its parents . 15-00
Specimen Plant . 30.00
C. President Wilson (Fabia X labiata) . 20.00
ALBA . 30.00
C. Pretoria (Dowiana X Peetersi). The fine form of C. Peetersi plus the
added color of C. Dowiana produces an excellent flower. . . 20.00
Good Variety (See illustration, page 16.) . 35-00
C- Prince John (Dowiana X Hardyana). The influence of twice used
C. Doiviana has given splendid coloring . 20.00
C. Princess Royal (Fabia X Hardyana) . 25-00
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C. Quibo (Dowiana X Miss Williams'). Some of these have a lovely m.auve
sheen on the petals and sepals . $15-00
Good Variety . 25-00
C. Rhoda (^Hardyana X .Iris) . 18-00
Good Variety. Full lip . 30.00
C. Robert Bruce (Doiviana X suavior) . 15-00
C. Roehrsiana QHardyana X Mendeli). Large flowers on a flne, long
stem . 30.00
C. Santa Monica (Mendeli X Lord Kothschild). Good shape and color.
Fall variety. (See illustration, page 12.) . 20.00
C. Shenandia (Lueddemanniana X Zephyr). Of recent introduction; a fine
addition to our list . 25.00
C. Shinjik (maxima X Triana) . 10.00
C. Sir Walter Scott (Harold X gigas) . 18.00
C. SUAVIOR (intermedia X Mendeli) . 15-00
Trilobed Splashed . 100.00
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C. Sylvia (Doiviana X Fabia). An improvement over C. Fabia in richness
of color, but of less robust constitution . $20.00
ALBA . 35-00
C. Thomas C. Kirkwood (^gigas X Princess Koyal') . 25-00
C. Tityus QEnid X Octave Doin') . 20.00
Good Variety . 30.00
C. Triclotho (Clotho X Triance) . 25.00
Fine Variety (See illustration above.) . 50.00
C. Trimos (Triana X Mossia) . 20.00
C. TRiuMPHANS (Dowiana X Pex). Yellow petals and sepals .... 35-00
C. Van Houtte (^Lord Rothschild X gig^rs). Splendid commercial variety . 20.00
Good Variety . 35-00
C. Venus (Dowiana X Iris) . 15 00
Full lip, bronze petals and sepals . 25-00
Full lip, yellow petals and sepals . 35-00
C. VERiFLORA (labiata X Triana) . 20.00
C. vESTALis (Doiviana X maxima). Show's very plainly the influence of
C. maxima in coloring . 15-00
C. Wendlandiana (Bowringiana X gigus) . 15-00
C. William Wallace (Dowiana X Hassilli) . 25-00
C. Zephyr (Doiviana X Schroedera). Lovely pale flowers with delicate
fragrance . 15-00
Good Variety . 30.00
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L. C. MRS HAROLD LLOYD. {See page z)]
Laeliocattleyas
This group of bigeneric hybrids gives a wonderful brilliance of color, the lip especially showing to good advantage. They are distinguished in the way the flowers are held above the foliage, and their free manner of growth. The hybridist’s art has produced varieties that will give almost year- round succession of bloom, and most of them can be depended on to flower on every growth. These plants have four or five bulbs with one lead, and we shall be glad to quote you on larger specimens.
The illustration above shows an ideal type of this group. The shape is nearly perfect, the coloring is rich throughout, and the texture is such as to
assure a long lasting flower.
Each
L. C. Abbotsford (L. C. Domos X C. Mossia) . $20.00
Good Variety . 30.00
L. C. A. C. Burrage (L. C. Herscentia X C. Dowiana'). The variations
range from white petals and sepals to deepest rose .... 20.00 Special Variety . 30.00
L. C. Andromeda (C. Dowiana X L. fiava') . 25-00
L. C. Antimachus (C. gigas X L. C. Do7niniana') . 20.00
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LAELIOCATTLEYA F. G. SEALE Y. {See page 21)
L. C. Aphrodite (C. Aiendeli X L. purpurata^. We have some very distinct
forms of this fine hybrid . $15-00
Special Variety . ... 30.00
L. C. Arran (L. C. Australia X C. Gaskelliana') . 15-00
L. C. Arras (C. Aiossia X L. C. Aphrodite'). The addition of C. Alossiae
makes a slightly fuller flower . 20.00
L. C. Arturo (L. C. Hyeana X C. gigas). A strong growing variety with
deep color . 20.00
L. C. Atawood (C. Atalanta Y. L. C. Geo. W oodhams) . 18.00
Specimen Plant . 30.00
L. C. Athene (L. C. callistoglossa X L. C. St. Gothard). Good sized flowers
showing a tendency to favor either parent . 25-00
Good Variety . 50-00
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L. C. Autodoin (C. Octave Doin X L. autumnalis'). Long-stemmed spray
in early Winter . $15.00
L. C. Barbarossa (C. Trianae X L. C. callistoglossa'). Fall blooming, has
very deep color in the lip . 20.00
Good Variety . 30.00
L. C. Basil (C. Mantini X L. C. callistoglossa'). A strong grower with
dark flowers . 18.00
L. C. Beatrice (C. Schroedera X L. C. callistoglossa). C. Schroderx imparts
a softness of color to all its progeny . 18.00
L. C. BELLA (C. lahiata X L. pttrparata). A favorite Winter variety . . 20.00
L. C. Beppo (L. C. Alex X C. Syros) . 20.00
Good Variety . .35.00
SPECIAL VARIETY . . 50.00
L. C. Black Prince (C. Hardyana X L. C. hletchleyensis) . 18.00
L. C. Blanche (C. Helen Langley X L. flava) . 18.00
L. C. HLETCHLEYENSIS (C. gigas X L. tcmbrosa). Many have a lovely bronze
tint in petals and sepals . 15.00
Line Variety . 30.00
L. C. Britannia (C. gigas X L. C. Canhamiana). A useful flower of fine
size . 20.00
Specimen Plant . 35.00
L. C. CALLISTOGLOSSA (C. gigas X L. purpurata). This primary hybrid has
proved a splendid subject for the hybridist . 20.00
Specimen Plant . 35.00
L. C. Cameronian (L. C. Dominiana X C. Princess Royal) . 15.00
Good Variety . 30.00
L. C. Canhamiana (C. Aiossia X L. purpurata). One of the best June
flowering varieties we have . 20.00
Specimen 'In" . 35.00
L. C. Caprice (L. C. G. S. Ball X C. intertext a) . 15.00
L. C. Carmencita (C. Doiviana X L. C. luminosa). Petals and sepals range
from clear yellow to deep bronze . 25.00
Special Variety . ... 50.00
L. C. Colmaniana (C. Doiviana X L. C. callistoglossa) . 25.00
L. C. Cortina (C. Empress Frederick X L. C. callistoglossa). Inherits much
of its parents’ deep coloring . 20.00
L. C. Creole (C. gigas X L. C. luminosa) . 25.00
L. C. Decia (C. Doivinana X L. Perrini). A very free blooming variety . 20.00
L. C. Delight (L. C. luminosa X L. C. Golden Oriole). A fine addition to
the ranks of golden colored varieties . 25.00
L. C. Dominiana (C. Doiviana X L. purpurata). Although introduced in
1899, is still as popular as ever . 20.00
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L. C. Dr. R. Schiffman (C. }>ieudeli X L. C. callistoglos a) .... S18.00 L. C. Duvaliana (C. hueddmianniana X L. purpurata^ . . 25-00
L. C. Ettrick (C. Doiviana X L. C. bletcbleyensis) 35-00
L. C. ELEGANS (C. Leopold! X L. purpurata) . . 15-00
Specimen Plants . .30.00
L. C. Eva Baldwin (L. C. Dominiana X C. Percivaliana') . 20.00
L. C. ExiMiA (C. Warner! X L. purpurata^. \’ery free hlooming. Where a number are grown, it is found that a few flowers can be cut at all times of the year . 18.00
L. C. Fascinator (C. Schroederx X L. purpurata^. We have over 800 plants of this varietv alone. It has a very free blooming habit and holds the blooms well above the foliage. (See illustration
above.) Light variety . . 15-00
Dark Lip Variety ... ... 25-00
SPECIMEN PLANTS . S40-00 to 50-00
L. C. F G. Sealey (L. cinnabarina X C. Empress Frederick^,. (See illus¬ tration, page 19-) . .... . 25.00
L. C. F. L. Wurzburg (C. Leda X L. C. E. B. Dane') . 35-00
L. C. G- G. Whitelegge (C. Elardyana X L. C. callistoglossd) 20-00
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L. C. Gladiator (C. Mossix X L. C. callistoglossa). Makes a splendid
plant for effective staging . $18.00
Good Variety . 30.00
L. C. Grisette (L. C. eximia X L. C. Golden Oriole'). Many have lovely
bronze tints. Time of flowering is variable . 15.00
Yellow Variety . 30.00
L. C. Hippolyta (C. Mossia X L. cinnahartna). The distinctive coloring
is much appreciated . 25.00
L C. Hon. Mrs. Astor (C. Gaskelliana X L. xanthina) . 18.00
L. C. Hyeana (C. Laivrenceana X L. purpurata) ... 18.00
L. C. IsFiELD (C. gigas X T. Pacavia) . 18.00
L. C. IvANHOE (C. Dowiana X L. C. exitnia). A good type of flower with
lasting qualities . 20.00
L. C. Jacquinetta (C. Empress Frederick X L. C. Lustre) 30.00
Good Variety . 50.00
L. C. Jas. Goodier cl. C. Canhamiana X C. Empress Frederick). This newer origination is a happy combination of size and shape; many have
exceptional coloring . 20.00
Good Dark Variety . 35-00
L. C. Josephine (C. Erianx X L. crispa) ... ... 20 00
L. C. Kathleen Grey (L. C. Canha7niana X L. tenebrosa) . 18.00
L. C. Lamorna (C. Hardyana X L. C. Dominiana). Inclines more to the
latter mentioned parent . 18.00
L. C. Lili.ian M. Stevens (L. C. Carmeticita X C. Percivaliana) . 20.00
L. C. LUMiNOSA (C. Dowiana X L. tenebrosa) . 25-00
aurea. Fine variety . 50.00
L. C. Margaret Kirkwood C^L. C. Alex X C. Maggie Raphael) . 25.00
L. C. Mary Crowe (L. C. C. G. Roebling X C. Lueddetnanniana) . 18.00
L. C. Martineti (C. Mossix X L. tenebrosa). The modified tenebrosa
color shows to good advantage . 20.00
Good Bro7i%e Variety . 35-00
L. C. Massasoit (L. C. Nella X C. Hardyana Ruby). The whole flower is
of lovely, deep color . 15-00
Extra Dark Variety . 30.00
L. C. Memoria H. a. Tracy (C. Hardyana X L. C. Canhamiana) . A very
good commercial variety . 20.00
ALBA . 30.00
L. C. Milo (C. Mossix X L. C. Hyeana). Some forms of this hne variety
are very distinct . 18.00
Extra Dark Variety . .25-00
L. C. Miss Dorothy Bushnell (C. Dowiana X L. C. Bryan) .... 20.00
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L. C. Mossemiliana (C. labiata X L. C. bletchleyensis') . $20.00
L. C. Mrs. Harold Lloyd (L. C. Aphrodite X C. Van Houtte'). Introduced
in 1928, this has proved of wonderful merit . 20.00
Larger Plants . 35.00
Good Variety . 50.00
ORCHIDWOOD VARIETY. (See illustration, page 18.) . 100.00
L. C. Mrs. M. A. House (L. C. Golden Oriole X C. Hardyana') . . 20.00
Good Variety. Yellow petals and sepals, with a beautiful deep lip . 35.00
L. C. Mrs. Reginald Brade (C. Schroedera X L. C. Aphrodite) 18.00
L. C. Myra (C. Triana X L. flava) . 25.00
Special Variety . 35-00
L. C. Nella (C. labiata X L. C. Do7niniana). A good Fall flowering
variety . 20.00
L. C. Nomad (L. C. brugensis X C. Dupreana) . 20.00
L. C. Nysa (C. gigas X L. crisp a) . 15-00
L. C. Osprey (C. Dowiatia X L. C. Aphrodite) . 18.00
L. C. Page Platt (L. C. Appatn X C. Hardyana) . 20.00
L. C. Pallas (C. Doiviana X L. crispa) . 15-00
Specimen Platit . 25-00
L. C. Pathan (C. Doiviana X L. C. Dominiana) . 18.00
L. C. Phoenix (C. Doiviana X L. C. Henry Greenwood). Very well balanced
flower, having fine color . 25-00
L. C. PoRTiTA (L. C. callistoglossa X C. Portia). Slightly larger than
C. Portia, and of similar growth . 20.00
L. C. Queenie (L. C. C. G. Roebling X L. C. Dominiana) . 18.00
L. C. Rabeiana (C. Dupreana X L. C. purpurata) . 20.00
L. C. Ramscapelle (C. Dowiana X L. C. Hyeana). The extra dark lip is a
strong feature . 20.00
L. C. Redskin (L. C. liiminosa X C. Empress Frederick) . The tawny tones
predominating suggest the original American . 25-00
Good Variety . 50.00
SPECIAL YELLOW VARIETY . 100.00
L. C. Robina (C. Doiviana X L. C. Robin Measures) . 18.00
L. C. Roger Sander (C. Mossia X L. C. luminosa). Many are of bronze
tint . 30.00
L. C. Rosarita (L. C. Hyeana X C. Hardyana). A dark variety; flowers
at a time when such are scarce . 20.00
L. C. Rosalind (C. Triana X L. C. Dominiana) . 20.00
L. C. S. A. Salvage (C. Gaskelliana X L. C. Dominiana) . 30.00
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L. C. ScARSDALE (L. C. Elsa X c. Triana) . $20.00
L. C. ScHROEDER^ (C. Maggie Raphael var. alha X L. C. bella var. alba) . 50.00 L. C. Secaucus (L. C. Rutherford X C. Dowiana) . 20.00
L. C. S. O. Stevenson (C. Empress Frederick X L. purpurata'). Fine bold
flower of good shape . 18.00
Specimeri Plants . 35.00
L. C. SouLANGE (C. Dowiana X L. C. Lustre) . 35.00
Good Variety . .... 50.00
L. C. St. George (C. Fabia X L. C. St. Gothard) . 30.00
L. C. Thyone (C. Dowiana X L. C. Ophir) . 35.00
L. C. Tuckahoe (L. C. Lhida X C. Mossice) ... 20.00
L. C. Whitiniae (C. Harrisonianna X L. purpurata) . 15.00
L. C. Weehawken (L. C. Ernest B. Dane X C. Dowiana). This American origination has not been widely distributed yet. Our stock contains many fine forms . 30.00
L. C. Wellesleyi (C. gigas X E. C. Martineti). Out of this batch has come a Gold Medal winner. We have flowered many wonderful
forms . 25.00
Good Variety . 50.00
var. Edward H. Roehrs . 100.00
var. Orchidwood . 250.00
Sophrolaeliocattleyas
IN THESE trigeneric hybrids an added shade of color derived from the little red Sophronitis Grandiflora has been introduced by the Orchid hybridist. Although slightly smaller than the average Catrleya hybrid, this lack of great size is more than compensated by the brilliancy of color.
S. L. C. Baldwini (C. gigas X S. L. C. Meuse) . $25.00
S. L. C. Mrs. George Baldwin (L. purpurata X S. L. C. Meuse) . 20.00
Good Variety . 35-00
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Cattleya Species
ORIGINALLY obtained from their native habitat, the woods of certain Central and South American countries, these species formed the limits of many commercial establishments in this country. With the introduction of Quarantine No. 37, there has been no great addition to the stock grown here, ex¬ cept through propagation by division, and many of these fine species are exceed¬ ingly scarce. Our stock is very representative and embraces many worthy speci¬ mens of this genus. Healthy plants of four and five bulbs, with one lead, are
quoted here.
C. Bowringiana. Has lovely spikes of over a dozen flowers in Fall. . $10.00
C. Dowiana aurea . 30.00
C. Gaskelliana. a favorite where flowers are desired in Summer 15-00
C. GiGAs. Largest of the Cattleya species . 15-00
Special Variety . 25-00
Frau Melanie Beyrodt. White petals and sepals, deep purple lip- Has made many fine white petalled hybrids . 35-00
C. Harrisoniana (Summer). Lilac rose color . 12.00
C. INTERMEDIA (Summer). Pale rose color . 12.00
C. LABiATA. As a parent, has produced many fine Fall flowering hybrids . 10.00 Good Variety . 25.00
C. Lueddemanniana. Large, bold flowers often twice a year. $15-00 to 25-00
C. Mendeli. Large, well-shaped flowers in Spring . 18-00
C. Mossi^e. In various shades, from white to deep rose . 15-00
Good Variety . 25-00
FINE VARIETY . 50-00
var. Mrs. J. T. Butterworth. Known as the World’s finest Mossi^ . Price on application
C. Percivaliana. Rather smaller than the average Cattleya, but bloom¬ ing at Thanksgiving, is much appreciated 15-00
Good Variety . 25-00
C- ScHROEDERvE- Delicate pale color with lovely fragrance ... 15-00
C. Skinneri (Spring). Rose purple . 12.00
C. Trian.e. Our stock of this fine Winter flowering species is very com¬ plete . 10.00
Good Variety . . 20.00
Distinct Variety . .. 25.00
Backhouseana . . 30.00
ALBA .... ... . . 30.00
Cine Variety . 100.00
A. C. Burrage . 100.00
Mrs. a. Cooley . ... 50.00
Mrs. C. Moore .... 50.00
The Premier . ... 75.00
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Cymhiciilims
OUR Stock of Cymbidium species and hybrids is very comprehensive, those listed representing only a part of the numerous varieties on hand. We are constantly adding to this assortment any of the new or fine varieties available here or abroad. Quotations on any size plant will be freely sub¬ mitted upon request, prices ranging from $15.00 for plants of two or three bulbs
up to $100.00 for specimens and fine varieties.
Species Native of
Aliofolium Burma . $15-00
iNsiGNE Annam . $20.00 to 30.00
Lowianum Burma. (See illustration, page 27.) . . 15-00 to 35-00
Tracyanum Burma . 15-00 to 25-00
HYBRIDS
Alexanderi (jburneo-Loivianum X insigne Sanderi). Butterfly (jnsigne Sanderi X Loivianum-grandiflomm') Capella fPauivelsi X W iganianuin)
Castor (insigne Sanderi X Woodhamsianu?n')
Erica fgrandifiora X Pauwelsi)
Egret (Gottiamim X Paiiwels'i)
Erin (^grandiflorum X gattonense)
Gottianum (ehurnemn X insignef Hanburyanum (jrythrostylum X Tracyanuin) Lowio-Schroeder^ (Poivianum X Schroederce)
Moira (Pauwelsi X Tracyaniirn)
Pauwelsi (insigne Sanderi X Lowia^ium')
ScHLEGELi (jnsigne Sanderi X W iganianuni)
Sybil (eburneum X Pauwelst)
These are popular known as the “Lady Slipper’’ Orchid, and are amongst the easiest Orchids to grow. They propagate easily by division, and last a very long time in flower.
Cypripedium Harrisianum . $5-00
Larger Plants . . .10.00
Cypripedium Lawrenceanum . ... 8.00
Larger Plants . . 10.00
Cypripedium Maudi.e . . 7-50
La ger Plants . 15-00
Selenepedium Grande . 8-00
Selenepedium Schroeder.e . 8.00
Selenepedium Sedeni . 8.00
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CYMBIDIUM LOWIANUM. {See page 26)
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Laelia Species
CLOSELY related to the Cattleya family, requiring similar cultural treatment, and of very free flowering habit. They have eight, instead of the usual four, pollen masses, which constitutes the main division between Cattleya and Laelia.
L. Anceps. We have some very good forms of Alba, Sanderiana, Schroe-
deriae, etc., all of which flower in Winter (See illustration above.) $10.00
Good Variety . 15-00 ’
L. cRisPA (Brazil). Summer . 10.00 | ;
L. Gouldiana. The Christmas flower of bright rose purple .... 12.00 jj
L. PURPURATA. Whose influence has been felt through almost the entire
range of Laeliocattleyas. A strong growing plant of easy culture. 12.00 j
Specimen Plants . 25-00 j
L. TENEBROSA. Bronze petals and sepals . ... 12.00 !
Sundries f
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Fresh Osmunda Fiber . |
per sack. |
$3.50 |
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Fresh Osmunda Fiber — Picked, ready for potting . |
per sack, |
5.00 |
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Live Sphagnum Moss . |
per sack. |
3.50 |
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Wire Hangers, 18 inches long . |
per dozen, single. |
2.00 |
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Wire Hangers, 18 inches long . |
per dozen, double. |
2.50 |
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Celluloid Labels, 4 inches long . |
. per 100, |
4.00 |
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DENDROBIUM NOBILE
Mhcellaneom Species
VERY interesting Collections of these species can be built up for a small sum. The flowers are not so showy as the Cattleyas, but their lasting qualities make them invaluable for display in the conser¬ vatory.
Angr^cum eburneum (Spring) . . $25.00
Brassavola Digbyana. a tough, leathery-looking species from the forests of Honduras, revels in
plenty of heat, with a little shade. (Summer) . 25.00
Brassia Brachiata . . . $5-00 to 10.00
Brassia Verrucosa. Greenish flowers,
spotted with purple. (Spring) . 5.00
Bulbophyllum Careyanum (Summer) . 10.00
CoELOGYNE CRisTATA. Lovely sprays of white flowers in early Spring . 10.00 Large Plants . 15-00
CoELOGYNE Dayana. Long chains of yellow and brown flowers. Spring. 7-50
Dendrobium Brymerianum — 6 bulbs, 1 lead . 15-00
Dendrobium Chrysotoxum. Sprays of golden yellow blooms. (Spring) . 8.00
Dendrobium fimbriatum (Spring) . 10.00
Dendrobium Moschatum (Late Spring) . 7.50
Dendrobium nobile. A most useful Orchid, having many clusters of
showy flowers in early Spring . 8.00
Dendrobium phalaenopsis. With terminal spikes of rose colored flowers.
(Fall) . 10.00
Dendrobium thyrsiflorum. Long drooping sprays of gold and white.
(Spring) . 8.00
Epidendrum ciliare (Summer) . 5.00
Epidendrum cochleatum (Summer) . 10.00
Epidendrum prismatocarpum. Long, lasting flowers of yellow, blotched
with purple. The Rainbow Orchid (Summer) . 10.00
Epidendrum vitellinum. A deep red spray (Fall) . 10.00
Miltonia vexillaria (Spring) . 8.00
Miltonia St. Andre (Spring) . 10.00
Odontoglossum bictoniense. Has spikes often 18 inches long, of a lovely
combination of rose and yellow green (Winter) . 10.00
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Odontoglossum citrosmum. Pendulous sprays of 15-20 flowers (Spring). $10.00 Odontoglossum pulchellum. The “Lilv of the Valley” Orchid. Fra¬
grant flowers of pure white (Winter) . 7-50
Oncidium altissimum. Long sprays, 3-4 feet, of yellow, blotched with
brown (Spring) . 10.00
Oncidium flexuosum. Dainty little yellow flowers. (Late Summer) . 8.00
Oncidium luridum. Long sprays, 4-5 feet, of brownish-purple flowers.
(Spring) . 10.00
Oncidium ornithorhynchum. Resembles a flight of birds in the flower
formation (Winter) . 10.00
Oncidium splendidum. One of the most useful of spray Orchids (Winter) 8.00
Oncidium tigrinum (Winter) . 10.00
Oncidium varicosum Rogersi. Large sprays of fair-sized, yellow flowers.
(Winter) . 8.00
OxNciDiuM Wentworthianum (Summer) . 5-00
Platyclinius Glumacea (Spring) . 8.00
SoBRALiA macrantha. The reed-like stems and leaves are quite deco¬ rative; flowers resemble Cattleyas (Summer) . 5-00
Vanda teres. With its hybrid. Miss Joachim, whose large, rose-colored
flowers find a ready market (Spring and Fall) . 8.00
Zygopetalum Discolor (Spring) . 5-00
Zygopetalum Mackayi (Late Fall) . $10.00 to 20.00
This beautiful trophy was awarded us at the 2nd National Atlantic City Flower and Garden Pageant, September 7, 1931, as first prize for the showing of a group of the 12 best orchids. It was donated by the Marlborough - Blenheim Hotel.
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Hybrid Seedlings
IN OUR endeavor to assure the Orchid-growing public of the highest quality seedlings, we have purchased the finest parent plants known whenever avail¬ able. Many of our stud plants have cost from $250 to $750, while $10,000 was paid for the stock of Cattleya Mossix Mrs. J. T. Butterworth, which is recog¬ nized by Orchid experts the world over as absolutely the finest Cattleya Moosia: ever seen. A five-bulb division of Sophrolaeliocattleya Radians which we have used to make several of our crosses is valued at $1,000, while a number of seedlings acquired through the purchase of the Roehrs Collection were de¬ veloped from parent plants of equal value. We have what is probably America’s most expensive commercial collection of Orchids being used to develop new hybrids which are to be offered to the public. They include Cattleyas, Laelio- cattleyas, Brassocattleyas, Brassolaeliocattleyas, Sophrocattleyas, Sophro- laeliocattleyas, Rolfearas, Potinaras and a number of spray varieties which
we can offer at the following prices:
Each
1 Ye.vr Old — Average 1 inch pots . $1.00
1$^ Years Old — Average Ij^ inch pots . . . .. 2.00
2 Years Old — Average 2 inch pots ... 3-00
3 Years Old — Average 3 inch pots . 5-00
4 Years Old — Average 4 inch pots . 7.00
5 Years Old — Average 5 inch pots . 8.00
5 to 6 Years Old with Sheaths . . 10.00
Special Quotations on Seedlings in Quantity
The gold medal shown here was won by Orchidwood at the 2nd National Atlantic City Flower and Garden Pageant as first prize for the group of 25 best orchids in the show. This was awarded in very close competition with another fine group of orchids in the same class.
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